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Vol. 162 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2016 No. 174 House of Representatives The House met at noon and was sion III football player of the year. Car- tral Minnesota Builders Association, called to order by the Speaker pro tem- ter Hanson has started every season for working to represent his and other pore (Mr. DENHAM). 4 years, was a preseason All-American, companies throughout the St. Cloud f and this year led his team in tackles. community and our State. Carter doesn’t just excel on the foot- Mike always goes above and beyond DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO ball field, but in the classroom and the by hosting job site tours, advocating TEMPORE community as well. He has maintained for the building industry at the State The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- a 4.0 grade point average for 4 years, capitol, as well as educating elected of- fore the House the following commu- and this year, he has been selected as ficials on the issues and concerns of his nication from the Speaker: the only Division III finalist for the field. He even recently represented his WASHINGTON, DC, National Football Foundation’s Camp- company and industry at a roundtable December 5, 2016. bell Trophy, which is given to the best we hosted to explain their concerns I hereby appoint the Honorable JEFF student athlete in football. about our Nation’s failing healthcare DENHAM to act as Speaker pro tempore on Carter is a global business leadership system. this day. major. He has already put his degree to Mike is a true asset to our commu- PAUL D. RYAN, good work by volunteering in Haiti and nity and the building industry. He is Speaker of the House of Representatives. for organizations like Kids Against well deserving of being named Builder f Hunger and St. Jude Children’s Re- of the Year. Congratulations, Mike. MORNING-HOUR DEBATE search Hospital. I am proud that a young man like DODD-FRANK The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Carter hails from the great State of Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. ant to the order of the House of Janu- Minnesota, and I am positive that we Speaker, the consequences of the Great ary 5, 2016, the Chair will now recog- are going to see great accomplishments Recession have been all too real: homes nize Members from lists submitted by from him in the future. and jobs lost, retirement plans ruined, the majority and minority leaders for The winner of the Gagliardi Trophy and fewer opportunities for Americans morning-hour debate. will be announced shortly, and while from all walks of life. Unfortunately, The Chair will alternate recognition there is great competition, I am con- Dodd-Frank has further entrenched the between the parties, with each party vinced that no one is more deserving too-big-to-fail bailout mentality, done limited to 1 hour and each Member than Carter Hanson. little to reduce the likelihood of an- other than the majority and minority CELEBRATING MIKE GOHMAN OF W. GOHMAN other severe recession, and hindered leaders and the minority whip limited CONSTRUCTION economic growth. to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. Thankfully, the Systemic Risk Des- bate continue beyond 1:50 p.m. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Mike ignation Improvement Act amends the f Gohman of W. Gohman Construction one-size-fits-all approach to regulation for being named Builder of the Year by taken by Dodd-Frank for large banks, CELEBRATING CARTER HANSON, A the Builders Association of Minnesota. providing a more tailored assessment GAGLIARDI RECIPIENT W. Gohman Construction was estab- of these financial institutions when de- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The lished in 1950 by Mike’s grandfather, termining their level of risk. This law Chair recognizes the gentleman from Willard Gohman, out of his shed. Like will require regulators to examine a Minnesota (Mr. EMMER) for 5 minutes. many of Minnesota’s small businesses, range of indicators—not just the size of Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. this company has evolved and grown. a bank—to understand whether or not Speaker, I rise today to celebrate one Today Mike is the third generation to a bank could threaten the financial in- of Minnesota’s most promising student own and run this incredible company, tegrity of the United States and wheth- athletes, St. John’s linebacker Carter and he continually works to uphold the er it should be designated as system- Hanson. Carter has been chosen as one integrity that his father and his grand- ically important. This reform will pro- of the semifinalists for the prestigious father started. vide a more pragmatic approach to reg- Gagliardi Trophy. To Mike, it has never been just about ulation, which will make the American This trophy is named after the the success of his company, but of the economy stronger. former St. John’s University Hall of building industry as a whole. He has I want to thank Mr. LUETKEMEYER Fame, renowned football coach John been an active member of the Builders and Chairman HENSARLING for their Gagliardi and is given to the best Divi- Association of Minnesota and the Cen- leadership on this issue and those who

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:12 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.000 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7146 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 supported it when it passed in the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, have the opportunities they need House last week. indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. today, and a social media initiative f f ‘‘Be in the Know about ElDo Mo’’ to HONORING AIR FORCE LIEUTEN- raise awareness about this wonderful RECESS ANT COLONEL ROCKO RODRI- city and its residents. Communities like El Dorado Springs The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- GUEZ ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair are the foundation of Missouri and our (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina declares the House in recess until 2 way of life. Thanks to the hard work asked and was given permission to ad- p.m. today. and dedication of these chamber lead- dress the House for 1 minute and to re- ers, we continue to sustain and Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 5 min- vise and extend his remarks.) strengthen our communities. utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. I applaud the chamber’s work to f Speaker, today, I am grateful to ex- grow and sustain its community, rec- ognizing its specific assets and oppor- b 1400 press my appreciation to Lieutenant Colonel Rocko Rodriguez, U.S. Air tunities, and I congratulate the cham- AFTER RECESS Force, of San Antonio, Texas. ber on all its accomplishments. The recess having expired, the House For the past year, I have had the f was called to order by the Speaker pro privilege of working alongside Rocko CONGRATULATING NEW DEMO- tempore (Mr. WOMACK) at 2 p.m. in the office as he served the people of CRAT COALITION LEADERSHIP South Carolina’s Second Congressional f District as a defense fellow on assign- (Mr. PETERS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 PRAYER ment from the Air Force. Lieutenant Colonel Rodriguez was minute.) The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick Mr. PETERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise commissioned in 2001, through the Offi- J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: today to congratulate the newly elect- cer Training School at Maxwell Air Loving and gracious God, we give ed leadership of the New Democrat Co- Force Base, Alabama. He distinguished You thanks for giving us another day. alition. himself early as a leader, holding var- We ask today that You bless the Our new chair, JIM HIMES, and newly ious positions in special operations and Members of the people’s House, to be elected co-chairs, JARED POLIS, SUZAN cyber operations. Rocko has served the best and most faithful servants of DELBENE, TERRI SEWELL, and DEREK honorably in Operations Iraqi and En- the people they serve. KILMER, are strong, bipartisan pro- during Freedom, Southern Watch, and May they be filled with gratitude at growth leaders. They bring the vision Deny Flight. the opportunity they have to serve in and experience to guide the New Demo- Rocko is a dedicated member of the this place. We thank You for the abili- crat Coalition in the 115th Congress. Air Force with academic achievements. ties they have been given to do their New Dems are pragmatic leaders who He will graduate from the Air Force work, to contribute to the common stand up for working families and work Legislative Fellowship program this good. across the aisle to expand economic op- Thursday and will receive his masters As this second session of the 114th portunity. They are focused on cre- of science degree from Georgetown Congress draws near its end, and legis- ating jobs and building an economy University Government Affairs Insti- that leaves no one behind, a mission lative business once again weighs heav- tute. Lieutenant Colonel Rodriguez that will not change under the next ad- ily on this Hill, withhold not Your spir- will soon be transitioning to work at ministration. it of wisdom and truth from this as- the U.S. Cyber Command Legislative I am eager to work with our new sembly. Give each Member clarity of Affairs Branch. leadership—and our 54 members—as we thought and purity of motive so that I wish Rocko, his wife, Sarah, and his continue to make the New Democrat they may render their service as their four children, Kaitlyn, Natalie, Troy, Coalition the home for strong civil best selves. and Timothy, all the best for continued rights and sensible, bipartisan, pro- In this time of waiting, as people of success. growth policy in Congress. faith prepare for holy celebrations, In conclusion, God bless our troops, f bless our Nation with peace and good and may the President, by his actions, will. May all Americans of whatever COMMUNICATION FROM THE never forget September the 11th in the faith or background work together to CLERK OF THE HOUSE global war on terrorism. build a commonweal, something which The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- can only be accomplished by Your f fore the House the following commu- grace. RECOGNIZING EL DORADO nication from the Clerk of the House of May all that is done this day in the SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Representatives: people’s House, be for Your greater (Mrs. HARTZLER asked and was OFFICE OF THE CLERK, honor and glory. given permission to address the House HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Washington, DC, December 2, 2016. Amen. for 1 minute.) Hon. PAUL D. RYAN, f Mrs. HARTZLER. Mr. Speaker, The Speaker, House of Representatives, today, I rise to recognize the El Dorado THE JOURNAL Washington, DC. Springs Chamber of Commerce, which DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The was honored among the 200 local cham- mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of Chair has examined the Journal of the bers as the 2016 Missouri Small Cham- the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- last day’s proceedings and announces ber of Commerce of the Year. tives, the Clerk received the following mes- to the House his approval thereof. sage from the Secretary of the Senate on De- The title is much deserved as the El cember 2, 2016, at 1:35 p.m.: Pursuant to clause one, rule I, the Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce, That the Senate passed with an amend- Journal stands approved. under Executive Director Jackson ment H.R. 1561. f Tough, has been a leader in promoting That the Senate agrees to the amendment economic development, community of the House S. 2577. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE With best wishes, I am, service, and tourism in the area. Sincerely, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the I am honored to represent this distin- KAREN L. HAAS. gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. guished organization. f WILSON) come forward and lead the With around 125 members, the cham- House in the Pledge of Allegiance. ber has created a number of initiatives ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Mr. WILSON of South Carolina led to better its community, including the PRO TEMPORE the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: ‘‘Clean-Up ElDo Mo’’ project to keep The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the the city pristine, a youth scholarship clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair an- United States of America, and to the Repub- fund to make sure tomorrow’s leaders nounces to the House that, in light of

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:50 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.002 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7147 the resignation of the gentlewoman (S. 795) to enhance whistleblower pro- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- from California (Ms. HAHN), the whole tection for contractor and grantee em- ant to the rule, the gentleman from number of the House is 434. ployees. Utah (Mr. CHAFFETZ) and the gen- f The Clerk read the title of the bill. tleman from Maryland (Mr. CUMMINGS) The text of the bill is as follows: each will control 20 minutes. RESIGNATION FROM THE HOUSE S. 795 The Chair recognizes the gentleman OF REPRESENTATIVES Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- from Utah. The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- resentatives of the United States of America in GENERAL LEAVE fore the House the following resigna- Congress assembled, Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I ask tion from the House of Representa- SECTION 1. ENHANCEMENT OF WHISTLEBLOWER unanimous consent that all Members tives: PROTECTION FOR CONTRACTOR AND GRANTEE EMPLOYEES. may have 5 legislative days in which to CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, (a) PROTECTION FOR EMPLOYEES OF GRANT- revise and extend their remarks and in- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EES AND SUBGRANTEES.— clude extraneous materials on the bill Washington, DC, December 2, 2016. (1) DEFENSE GRANTS.—Section 2409(a)(1) of under consideration. Speaker PAUL D. RYAN, title 10, United States Code, is amended by The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Washington, DC. inserting ‘‘or personal services contractor’’ DEAR SPEAKER RYAN: I hereby tender my objection to the request of the gen- after ‘‘subgrantee’’. resignation from the U.S. House of Rep- tleman from Utah? (2) CIVILIAN GRANTS.—Section 4712(a)(1) of resentatives effective midnight on December There was no objection. title 41, United States Code, is amended by 31, 2016. It has been my distinct honor to Mr. CHAFFETZ. I yield myself such striking ‘‘or grantee’’ and inserting ‘‘grant- serve the people of Michigan’s Tenth Con- time as I may consume. ee, or subgrantee or personal services con- gressional District for the past 14 years and tractor’’. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support I look forward to continuing my life in pub- (3) PERMANENT EXTENSION OF PILOT PRO- of this bill, S. 795, a bill to enhance lic service. GRAM FOR ENHANCEMENT OF CONTRACTOR PRO- whistleblower protection for con- Sincerely, TECTION FROM REPRISAL FOR DISCLOSURE OF tractor and grantee employees. It is a CANDICE S. MILLER, CERTAIN INFORMATION.— Member of Congress. bill with good bipartisan support in (A) IN GENERAL.—Section 4712 of title 41, both Chambers of Congress. United States Code, is amended— CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, I really do applaud and thank, in par- (i) in the section heading by striking ‘‘ HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pilot ticular, the gentleman from Maryland program for enhancement’’ and inserting Washington, DC, December 2, 2016. (Mr. CUMMINGS), the ranking member ‘‘ ’’; and Governor RICK SNYDER, Enhancement (ii) by striking subsection (i). on our committee, who has helped Lansing, MI. champion this and point this out and DEAR GOVERNOR SNYDER: I hereby tender (B) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of my resignation from the U.S. House of Rep- sections at the beginning of chapter 47 of lead our efforts in the House on this. resentatives effective midnight on December title 41, United States Code, is amended by In the House, the Committee on 31, 2016. It has been my distinct honor to striking the item relating to section 4712 and Oversight and Government Reform serve the people of Michigan’s Tenth Con- inserting the following new item: considered an identical bill, the Whis- gressional District for the past 14 years and ‘‘4712. Enhancement of contractor protection tleblower Protections for Contractors I look forward to continuing my life in pub- from reprisal for disclosure of Act, introduced by Ranking Member lic service. certain information.’’. CUMMINGS and myself, and the com- Sincerely, (b) PROHIBITION ON REIMBURSEMENT FOR mittee reported this legislation by CANDICE S. MILLER, LEGAL FEES ACCRUED IN DEFENSE AGAINST unanimous consent. In the Senate, it Member of Congress. REPRISAL CLAIMS.— has been Senators MCCASKILL and RON f (1) DEFENSE CONTRACTS.—Section 2324(k) of title 10, United States Code, is amended— JOHNSON who have worked arm in arm RECESS (A) by inserting ‘‘or subcontractor, or per- on this and are also very supportive of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- sonal services contractor’’ after ‘‘con- it. Today we bring up the Senate ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair tractor’’ each place it appears; version of this bill to expedite its ap- declares the House in recess until ap- (B) by inserting ‘‘, subcontract, or personal proval to get this bill to the Presi- proximately 4:30 p.m. today. services contract’’ after ‘‘contract’’ each dent’s desk. place it appears; and Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 7 min- As you know, Mr. Speaker, whistle- (C) in paragraph (1), by inserting ‘‘or to blowers are invaluable to the oversight utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. any other activity described in subpara- f graphs (A) through (C) of section 2409(a)(1) of work of Congress. We rely on people this title’’ after ‘‘statute or regulation’’. who are on the front lines seeing things b 1630 (2) CIVILIAN CONTRACTS.— as they truly are to provide informa- AFTER RECESS (A) IN GENERAL.—Section 4310 of title 41, tion and blow the whistle when they The recess having expired, the House United States Code, is amended— see something going awry. They are (i) by inserting ‘‘, subcontractor, or per- was called to order by the Speaker pro one of our best sources of information sonal services contractor’’ after ‘‘con- about waste, fraud, and abuse within tempore (Mr. ROTHFUS) at 4 o’clock and tractor’’ each place it appears; 30 minutes p.m. the Federal Government. (ii) by inserting ‘‘, subcontract, or personal As an institution, we should try to do f services contract’’ after ‘‘contract’’ each place it appears; and everything we can to encourage them ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER (iii) in subsection (b)(1), by inserting ‘‘or to to come and speak with us, and when PRO TEMPORE any other activity described in section they do, to make sure that they have The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- 4712(a)(1) of this title’’ after ‘‘statute or reg- the proper and adequate protections. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair ulation’’. That is exactly what this bill does, by will postpone further proceedings (B) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section recognizing that not all whistleblowers 4304(a)(15) of title 41, United States Code, is today on motions to suspend the rules are Federal employees. We have robust amended by inserting ‘‘or subcontractor, or Federal recognition and whistleblower on which a recorded vote or the yeas personal service contractor’’ after ‘‘con- and nays are ordered, or on which the tractor’’. protection for Federal employees, and vote incurs objection under clause 6 of (c) INCLUSION OF CONTRACT CLAUSE IN CON- we believe that contractors and others rule XX. TRACTS AWARDED BEFORE EFFECTIVE DATE.— should have that as well. Record votes on postponed questions At the time of any major modification to a It makes permanent a successful will be taken later. contract that was awarded before the date of pilot program that extended whistle- the enactment of this Act, the head of the f blower protections to civilian con- contracting agency shall make best efforts tractor and grantee employees. It also ENHANCING WHISTLEBLOWER to include in the contract a contract clause ensures whistleblower protections are providing for the applicability of the amend- PROTECTION FOR CONTRACTOR extended to subgrantees and personal AND GRANTEE EMPLOYEES ments made by this section and section 827 of the National Defense Authorization Act services contractors for both defense Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I move for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 and civilian contractors. It is impor- to suspend the rules and pass the bill Stat. 1833). tant because the Federal Government

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:12 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.005 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7148 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 spends half a trillion dollars a year on protected against retaliation when ian contractors to report waste, fraud, and grants and contracts. Think about they blow the whistle on wrongdoing. abuse and make permanent the civilian con- that; half a trillion dollars is going out Just the other day, we had a witness tractor protections. the door. There is always somebody come before our committee, and it was S. 795 extends whistleblower protections to doing something stupid somewhere; so clear that she was very, very concerned employees of subcontractors to report waste, to have this protection for a whistle- about retaliation to the point of al- fraud and abuse of federal taxpayer dollars. blower as a contractor, for instance, most being shaken. You could actually Whistleblower disclosures by Federal con- just seems wise and prudent. see it. When we see these folks, we re- tract employees can save lives as well as bil- In overseeing how these funds are alize and we are reminded of the fact lions of taxpayer dollars. spent, the best source for rooting out that they bring a very important re- For example, Section 1553 of the Obama waste is from grantees, subgrantees, source to us as the Committee on Over- Administration’s American Recovery and Rein- contractors, and subcontractors. One sight and Government Reform, and vestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) established loophole this bill closes is that per- that is they bring us information, in- whistleblower protections for all recipients of sonal services contractors were not formation that allows us to be able to stimulus funds, including all state and local protected in the past. These contrac- address problems that we wouldn’t government employees and all contractors, in- tors can be just as valuable in identi- even know about if it were not for cluding within the IC. fying the waste and fraud we are com- them. That provision was credited with the low mitted to preventing in the first place. I thank Chairman CHAFFETZ and our rate of fraud reported around stimulus funds. It only makes sense to offer those per- entire committee for taking the atti- During the Congressional oversight hear- sonal services contractors the same tude of protecting whistleblowers to ings, the Chair of the Legislation Committee of protections we give other contractors. the greatest extent we possibly can. the Council of Inspectors General on Integrity With this bill, we are sending a This bill would ensure that more em- and Efficiency (CIGIE) testified that: strong message to both whistleblowers ployees are protected by giving sub- OIGs indicated that their investigations and and their employers. We are serious grantees and personal services contrac- reviews of the whistleblower complaints had about stopping waste, fraud, and abuse, tors the same whistleblower protec- resulted in recovery of approximately $1.85 and we are serious about protecting tions currently given to contractors, million as of April of the first year it was in those who bring that information for- grant recipients, and subcontractors. force. One of the key provisions of ARRA is Sec- ward. Every dollar of wasted funds This bill also would make protections tion 1553 that gives the authority of OIGs to comes from the pocket of the same for civilian contractors and grantees investigate reprisal complaints from non-Fed- hardworking men and women who permanent. These are protections that eral employee whistleblowers. elected us to Congress. It is their contractors and grantees of the Depart- Federal whistleblower protection laws play a money. It is not our money. It is not ment of Defense already enjoy. critical role in keeping our Government honest, the Federal Government’s money. It is I urge every Member of Congress to efficient, and accountable by rooting out the taxpayers’ money. stand up for whistleblowers, to stand waste, fraud, and abuse as well as protecting As we work to protect these taxpayer up for good government, and to pass public health and safety. dollars, we also have a duty and re- this legislation. Mr. Speaker, I urge all Members to Whistleblowers can be some of the most sponsibility to protect these whistle- powerful tools in the federal government arse- blowers. They are the best allies we vote in favor of this very important and meaningful legislation. nal to protect taxpayer dollars. have. S. 795 accomplishes that goal. An For example, the Securities and Exchange identical bill was passed out of our I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I urge Commission finds of great assistance informa- committee. I would appreciate the sup- adoption. tion from whistleblowers who know of possible port of our colleagues to further this. I yield back the balance of my time. securities law violations that could be among Again, I thank Mr. CUMMINGS for his Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in the most powerful weapons in the law enforce- good work and passion on this. support of S. 795, a bill to enhance whistle- ment arsenal of the Securities and Exchange Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of blower protection for contractor and grantee Commission. my time. employees. According to USASpending.gov, in Fiscal Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I yield The Government Accountability Project, a Year 2015, the Federal government spent myself such time as I may consume. leading U.S. organization in support of Federal over $1 trillion in contracts and grants—$438 Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support whistleblower laws, supports without qualifica- billion in contracts and $614 billion in grants. of S. 795. I introduced the House com- tions S. 795, legislation to make permanent a If this bill does not pass, contractors and panion of this legislation, the Whistle- pilot program that provides whistleblower grantees are in danger of losing hard-fought blower Protections for Contractors rights for employees of government contrac- whistleblower protections if current protections Act. We are taking up the Senate tors. are not extended. measure today to make sure this bill The ‘‘Pilot program for enhancement of con- This bill makes those protections perma- can be signed by the President before tractor protection from reprisal for disclosure of nent, ensuring that contractors and grantees the end of this Congress. certain information’’ (pilot program) was estab- continue to have the security they need to re- I want to thank Senator MCCASKILL lished under 41 U.S.C. § 4712, as an amend- port waste, fraud and abuse of taxpayer dol- for all of her hard work and Senator ment to the FY2012 National Defense Author- lars. JOHNSON for all that he did to make ization Act (NDAA). Much of this funding flows through the prime this bill come to this point. Federal whistleblower protection laws are contractors and grantees to subcontractors I would also like to give special not new; they provide a means for government and sub-grantees. thanks to Chairman CHAFFETZ for employees to report waste, fraud, and abuse The bill applies to subcontractors’ existing being an original cosponsor and helping of taxpayer resources. prohibitions on reimbursable costs for contrac- bring this bill to the floor. Our com- I support this bill because the bill extends tors, including in their defense against retalia- mittee has always stood hand in hand federal contractor whistleblower protections to tion claims by whistleblowers. with regard to protecting whistle- employees of: Federal taxpayers should not foot the legal blowers, and we have made it abun- (1) personal services contractors working on bills for contractors who retaliate against em- dantly clear that we will do everything defense contracts (currently, the protections ployees that report waste, fraud and abuse of in our power to protect them from any apply to employees of defense contractors, taxpayer dollars. type of retaliation or any type of harm. subcontractors, grantees, or sub-grantees); The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Whistleblowers are the front line of and question is on the motion offered by defense against waste, fraud, and (2) personal services contractors or sub- the gentleman from Utah (Mr. abuse. Employees who work on Federal grantees working on federal civilian contracts CHAFFETZ) that the House suspend the contracts and grants see firsthand (currently, the protections apply to employees rules and pass the bill, S. 795. when taxpayer money is being wasted. of civilian contractors, subcontractors, or The question was taken; and (two- They risk their careers to challenge grantees). thirds being in the affirmative) the abuses of power and mismanagement of This bill would codify a pilot program that is rules were suspended and the bill was government resources. They must be already in place that allows employees of civil- passed.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:12 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.008 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7149 A motion to reconsider was laid on dustry contractors and their engineering and (b) DESIGNATIONS AND INSCRIPTIONS.—On the table. manufacturing workforce, as well as the po- each coin minted under this Act there shall litical leadership of Republicans and Demo- be— f crats in Congress and the White House. (1) a designation of the denomination of APOLLO 11 50TH ANNIVERSARY (10) The Apollo program, along with its the coin; COMMEMORATIVE COIN ACT predecessor Mercury and Gemini programs, (2) an inscription of the year ‘‘2019’’; and inspired generations of American students to (3) inscriptions of the words ‘‘Liberty’’, ‘‘In Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, I move to pursue careers in science, technology, engi- God We Trust’’, ‘‘United States of America’’, suspend the rules and pass the bill neering, and mathematics (STEM), which and ‘‘E Pluribus Unum’’. (H.R. 2726) to require the Secretary of has fueled innovation and economic growth (c) SELECTION AND APPROVAL PROCESS FOR the Treasury to mint commemorative throughout a range of industries over the OBVERSE DESIGN.— coins in recognition of the 50th anni- last four decades. (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall hold a versary of the first manned landing on (11) July 20, 2019, will mark the 50th anni- juried, compensated competition to deter- the Moon, as amended. versary of the Apollo 11 landing of Neil Arm- mine the design of the common obverse of The Clerk read the title of the bill. strong and Buzz Aldrin on the lunar surface. the coins minted under this Act, with such design being emblematic of the United The text of the bill is as follows: SEC. 3. COIN SPECIFICATIONS. (a) DENOMINATIONS.—In recognition and States space program leading up to the first H.R. 2726 celebration of the 50th anniversary of the manned Moon landing. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- first manned Moon landing, the Secretary of (2) SELECTION PROCESS.—Proposals for the resentatives of the United States of America in the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred obverse design of coins minted under this Congress assembled, to as the ‘‘Secretary’’) shall mint and issue Act may be submitted in accordance with SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. the following coins: the design selection and approval process de- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Apollo 11 (1) $5 GOLD COINS.—Not more than 50,000 $5 veloped by the Secretary in the sole discre- 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin coins, which shall— tion of the Secretary. Act’’. (A) weigh 8.359 grams; (3) PROPOSALS.—As part of the competition SEC. 2. FINDINGS. (B) be struck on a planchet having a di- described in this subsection, the Secretary The Congress finds the following: ameter of 0.850 inches; and may accept proposals from artists, engravers (1) On July 16, 1969, the Apollo 11 space- (C) contain not less than 90 percent gold. of the United States Mint, and members of craft launched from Launch Complex 39A at (2) $1 SILVER COINS.—Not more than 400,000 the general public, and any designs sub- the John F. Kennedy Space Center carrying $1 coins, which shall— mitted for the design review process de- Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael (A) weigh 26.73 grams; scribed herein shall be anonymized until a Collins, who would become the first of man- (B) be struck on a planchet having a di- final selection is made. kind to complete a crewed lunar landing. ameter of 1.500 inches; and (4) COMPENSATION.—The Secretary shall de- (2) The United States is the only country (C) contain not less than 90 percent silver. termine compensation for the winning design ever to have attempted and succeeded in (3) HALF-DOLLAR CLAD COINS.—Not more under this subsection, which shall be not less landing humans on a celestial body off the than 750,000 half-dollar coins which shall— than $5,000. Earth and safely returning them home, com- (A) weigh 11.34 grams; (d) REVERSE DESIGN.—The design on the pleting an unprecedented engineering, sci- (B) be struck on a planchet having a di- common reverse of the coins minted under entific and political achievement. ameter of 1.205 inches; and this Act shall be a representation of a close- (3) The Apollo 11 mission, culminating in (C) be minted to the specifications for half- up of the famous ‘‘Buzz Aldrin on the Moon’’ man’s first steps on the Moon on July 20, dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of photograph taken July 20, 1969, that shows 1969, honored the fallen astronauts of the title 31, United States Code. just the visor and part of the helmet of as- Apollo 1 crew, whose innovative work and (4) PROOF SILVER $1 COINS.—Not more than tronaut Buzz Aldrin, in which the visor has bravery will be remembered forever. 100,000 proof $1 silver coins which shall— a mirrored finish and reflects the image of (4) Apollo 11 accomplished the national (A) weigh 5 ounces; the United States flag and the lunar lander goal set forth in 1961 by President John F. (B) be struck on a planchet having a di- and the remainder of the helmet has a frost- Kennedy, who stated at Rice University the ameter of 3 inches; and ed finish. following year, ‘‘We choose to go to the (C) contain .999 fine silver. SEC. 5. ISSUANCE OF COINS. Moon. We choose to go to the Moon in this (b) LEGAL TENDER.—The coins minted (a) QUALITY OF COINS.—Except with respect decade and do the other things, not because under this Act shall be legal tender, as pro- to coins described under section 3(a)(4), coins they are easy, but because they are hard, be- vided in section 5103 of title 31, United States minted under this Act shall be issued in un- cause that goal will serve to organize and Code. circulated and proof qualities. measure the best of our energies and skills, (c) NUMISMATIC ITEMS.—For purposes of (b) PERIOD FOR ISSUANCE.—The Secretary because that challenge is one that we are sections 5134 and 5136 of title 31, United may issue coins minted under this Act only willing to accept, one we are unwilling to States Code, all coins minted under this Act during the 1-year period beginning on Janu- postpone, and one which we intend to win’’. shall be considered to be numismatic items. ary 1, 2019. (5) At the height of the Cold War, the Apol- (d) CONVEX SHAPE.— SEC. 6. SALE OF COINS. lo space program provided the United States (1) IN GENERAL.—The coins minted under (a) SALE PRICE.—The coins issued under and the free world with a powerful symbolic this Act shall be produced in a fashion simi- this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a win, demonstrating the strength, ambition, lar to the 2014 National Baseball Hall of price equal to the sum of— and determination of the United States in Fame 75th Anniversary Commemorative (1) the face value of the coins; technological and economic advancement, Coin, so that the reverse of the coin is con- (2) the surcharge provided in section 7(a) and securing our Nation’s leadership in space vex to more closely resemble the visor of the with respect to such coins; and for generations to come. astronaut’s helmet of the time and the ob- (3) the cost of designing and issuing the (6) The National Aeronautics and Space verse concave, providing a more dramatic coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of Administration’s (referred to in this Act as display of the obverse design chosen pursu- machinery, winning design compensation, ‘‘NASA’’) Marshall Space Flight Center in ant to section 4(c). overhead expenses, marketing, and ship- Huntsville, Alabama, designed, assembled, (2) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of ping). and tested the most powerful launch vehicle Congress that, to the extent possible without (b) BULK SALES.—The Secretary shall in history, the Saturn V rocket, which was significantly adding to the purchase price of make bulk sales of the coins issued under used for the Apollo missions in the 1960s and the coins, the coins minted under this Act this Act at a reasonable discount. 1970s. should be produced with the design of the re- (c) PREPAID ORDERS.— (7) The Saturn V weighed 6,200,000 pounds verse of the coins continuing over what (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall ac- and generated 7,600,000 pounds of thrust, would otherwise be the edge of the coins, cept prepaid orders for the coins minted which NASA has equated to generating more such that the reverse design extends all the under this Act before the issuance of such power than 86 Hoover Dams. way to the obverse design. coins. (8) During the time period from 1969 SEC. 4. DESIGN OF COINS. (2) DISCOUNT.—Sale prices with respect to through 1972, NASA completed eight Apollo (a) IN GENERAL.—The design for the coins prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be missions and landed 12 men on the Moon. minted under this Act shall be— at a reasonable discount. The six missions that landed on the Moon re- (1) selected by the Secretary after con- SEC. 7. SURCHARGES. turned with a wealth of groundbreaking sci- sultation with— (a) IN GENERAL.—All sales of coins minted entific data and over 800 pounds of lunar (A) the Commission of Fine Arts; and under this Act shall include a surcharge as samples. (B) with respect to the design of the re- follows: (9) An estimated 400,000 Americans contrib- verse of the coins, the Administrator of (1) A surcharge of $35 per coin for the $5 uted to the successful program that led to NASA; and coin. the lunar landing on July 20, 1969, including (2) reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advi- (2) A surcharge of $10 per coin for the $1 NASA scientists, engineers, astronauts, in- sory Committee. coin described under section 3(a)(2).

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:38 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.009 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7150 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 (3) A surcharge of $5 per coin for the half- There was no objection. After all taxpayer costs are satisfied, dollar coin. Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- surcharges on the sales price of the (4) A surcharge of $50 per coin for the $1 self such time as I may consume. coins will fund college scholarships for coin described under section 3(a)(4). I rise in support of H.R. 2726, the our future scientists, engineers, and as- (b) DISTRIBUTION.—Subject to section Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemo- 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all sur- tronauts, support educational initia- charges received by the Secretary from the rative Coin Act, which I introduced, tives that promote space exploration, sale of coins issued under this Act shall be along with my colleague from Florida, honor astronauts who have fallen in promptly paid by the Secretary as follows: Congresswoman FREDERICA WILSON. the line of duty, and memorialize this (1) one half to the Smithsonian Institu- This has been a truly bipartisan en- historical event through a stimulating tion’s National Air and Space Museum’s deavor, with 298 total cosponsors. new museum exhibit. ‘‘Destination Moon’’ exhibit, for design, edu- In 1961, President John F. Kennedy Mr. Speaker, July 20, 2019, will mark cation, and installation costs related to es- challenged the Nation with the fol- the 50th anniversary of the landing of tablishing and maintaining the exhibit, and lowing words: the Eagle lunar module on the Moon’s for costs related to creating a traveling ‘‘We choose to go to the Moon. We surface. We remain the only country version of the exhibition; choose to go to the Moon in this decade that has ever landed humans on the (2) one quarter to the Astronauts Memorial and do the other things, not because Foundation, for costs related to the preser- Moon and returned them safely to vation, maintenance, and enhancement of they are easy, but because they are Earth. hard, because that goal will serve to the Astronauts Memorial and for promotion b 1645 of space exploration through educational ini- organize and measure the best of our tiatives; and energies and skills, because that chal- This commemorative coin will cele- (3) one quarter to the Astronaut Scholar- lenge is one that we are willing to ac- brate what I feel is the most awe-in- ship Foundation, to aid its missions of pro- cept, one we are unwilling to postpone, spiring engineering and technological moting the importance of science and tech- and one which we intend to win. . . . ‘’ deed of the 20th century. I urge its im- nology to the general public and of aiding That famous speech launched the mediate support. the United States in retaining its world lead- Apollo program but, more importantly, Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ership in science and technology by pro- my time. viding college scholarships for the very best it galvanized our Nation and united us COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS, and brightest students pursuing degrees in into accomplishing perhaps the great- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, science, technology, engineering, or mathe- est technological achievement in Washington, DC, December 5, 2016. matics (STEM). human history, and it was truly a na- Hon. JEB HENSARLING, (c) AUDITS.—The recipients described under tional undertaking. An estimated Chairman, Committee on Financial Services, subsection (b) shall be subject to the audit 400,000 men and women from across the Washington, DC. requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States contributed to the effort. DEAR CHAIRMAN HENSARLING: I am writing United States Code, with regard to the Components of the Saturn V rocket, with respect to H.R. 2726, the ‘‘Apollo 11 50th amounts received under subsection (b). command and service module, lunar Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act.’’ (d) LIMITATION.—Notwithstanding sub- This bill contains provisions within the Rule section (a), no surcharge may be included landing module, and other critical parts were literally manufactured from X jurisdiction of the Committee on Ways and with respect to the issuance under this Act Means. of any coin during a calendar year if, as of every State in the Union—from Hunts- The Committee on Ways and Means will the time of such issuance, the issuance of ville, Alabama, to Seal Beach, Cali- not seek a sequential referral on H.R. 2726 so such coin would result in the number of com- fornia; New Orleans, Louisiana, to that it may proceed expeditiously to the memorative coin programs issued during Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and everywhere in House floor for consideration. This is done such year to exceed the annual commemora- between. with the understanding that the jurisdic- tive coin program issuance limitation under On July 16, 1969, a mere 8 years after tional interests of the Committee on Ways section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States the first American, Alan Shepard, trav- and Means over this and similar legislation Code (as in effect on the date of the enact- eled into space, a Saturn V rocket are in no way diminished or altered. In addi- ment of this Act). The Secretary of the tion, the Committee reserves the right to Treasury may issue guidance to carry out blasted off from Merritt Island, Flor- seek conferees on H.R. 2726 and requests your this subsection. ida, and raced to the Moon. Four days support when such a request is made. SEC. 8. FINANCIAL ASSURANCES. later, astronauts Neil Armstrong and I would appreciate your response con- The Secretary shall take such actions as Buzz Aldrin landed on the lunar surface firming this understanding with respect to may be necessary to ensure that— as Michael Collins stood watch. H.R. 2726 and ask that a copy of our ex- (1) minting and issuing coins under this This legislation commemorates our change of letters on this matter be included Act will not result in any net cost to the Nation’s commitment to space explo- in the Congressional Record during consider- United States Government; and ration, our pioneering spirit, and our ation of the bill on the House floor. Sincerely, (2) no funds, including applicable sur- unmatched ingenuity. The United KEVIN BRADY, charges, are disbursed to any recipient des- States’ leadership in space exploration ignated in section 7 until the total cost of Chairman. designing and issuing all of the coins author- has benefited our country’s national ized by this Act (including labor, materials, security and economy, strengthened HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, dies, use of machinery, winning design com- our international relationships, ad- COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES, pensation, overhead expenses, marketing, vanced scientific discovery and tech- Washington, DC, December 5, 2016. and shipping) is recovered by the United nology, and vastly improved life here Hon. KEVIN BRADY, States Treasury, consistent with sections on Earth for practically everyone. Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means, 5112(m) and 5134(f) of title 31, United States American space exploration con- Washington, DC. Code. DEAR CHAIRMAN BRADY: Thank you for tinues to inspire our next generation of your December 5th letter regarding H.R. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- pioneers and innovators. As such, we 2726, the ‘‘Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Com- ant to the rule, the gentleman from were deliberate in our efforts to ensure memorative Coin Act.’’ Florida (Mr. POSEY) and the gentle- that the sale of these coins would sup- I am most appreciative of your decision to woman from New York (Ms. port efforts to grow the next genera- forego action on H.R. 2726 so that it may VELA´ ZQUEZ) each will control 20 min- tion of space explorers while also hon- move expeditiously to the House floor. I ac- utes. oring the courage and sacrifice of knowledge that although you are waiving ac- The Chair recognizes the gentleman tion on the bill, the Committee on Ways and NASA astronauts lost in the line of Means is in no way waiving its jurisdictional from Florida. duty. interest in this or similar legislation. In ad- GENERAL LEAVE This legislation would authorize the dition, if a conference is necessary on this Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- minting and sale in 2019 of a limited legislation, I will support any request that imous consent that all Members may number of gold, silver, and clad coins your committee be represented therein. have 5 legislative days in which to re- in commemoration of the Apollo 11 mis- Finally, I shall be pleased to include your sion. The coins would be domed, with letter and this letter on H.R. 2726 in the Con- vise and extend their remarks and in- gressional Record during floor consideration clude extraneous material on this bill. the reverse featuring a representation of the same. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there of a spacesuit visor similar to the fa- Sincerely, objection to the request of the gen- mous Buzz Aldrin on the Moon photo- JEB HENSARLING, tleman from Florida? graph. Chairman.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:38 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.007 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7151 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, continue to remind all Americans of cans. The mission’s success reminded COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET, the boundlessness of what can be the world of our commitment to hard Washington, DC, November 29, 2016. achieved when we set our sights high work, determination, and patriotism. Hon. JEB HENSARLING, and, quite literally, aim for the Moon. When many questioned whether we Chairman, Committee on Financial Services, I also hope the coin minted as part of House of Representatives, Washington, DC. could rise to the challenge of putting a DEAR CHAIRMAN HENSARLING: I am writing this legislation will show our young man on the Moon within a decade, we concerning H.R. 2726, the Apollo 11: 50th An- people just how exciting the fields of came together, worked our hardest, niversary Commemorative Coin Act, which science, mathematics, and engineering and achieved this daunting task in just the House is expected to consider the week of can be and how critical they are to 8 years. We left the world in awe and December 5th. building a brighter future for all. wonder. Section 9 of the bill includes budgetary By ensuring that a quarter of the When our astronauts were 4 miles compliance language, which falls under the proceeds raised will be made available past the designated landing spot and jurisdiction of the Committee on the Budget. to the Astronaut Scholarship Founda- mission control told them that they It is my understanding that this language tion to make college scholarships will be removed from the bill prior to House had just 60 seconds of fuel left before consideration. In order to expedite House available for students pursuing degrees the landing would have to be aborted, consideration of H.R. 2726, the Committee in science, technology, engineering, they did not panic. With unrelenting will forgo action on the bill. This is being and mathematics, the legislation be- resolve, they managed to land on the done with the understanding that it does not fore us will make one step towards Moon with only 17 seconds to spare. in any way prejudice the Committee with re- opening up these fields to our best and When Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong spect its jurisdictional prerogatives on this brightest. planted our flag on the Moon, millions or similar legislation. The remaining surcharges associated of Americans felt a sense of pride that I would appreciate your response to this with the sale of the coins will go to- letter, confirming this understanding with was exhilarating and inspiring. wards the Smithsonian Institution’s The SPEAKER pro tempore. The respect to H.R. 2726 and would ask that a National Air and Space Museum’s Des- copy of our exchange of letters on this mat- time of the gentlewoman has expired. ter be included in the Congressional Record tination Moon exhibit and be provided Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I during floor consideration. to the Astronauts Memorial Founda- yield the gentlewoman an additional 30 Sincerely, tion for maintenance of the memorial seconds. TOM PRICE, M.D., and to further educational initiatives. Ms. WILSON of Florida. As Members For these reasons, I hope all Mem- Chairman, Committee on the Budget. of Congress, we should look to Apollo bers will support the legislation before 11 as inspiration as we work to tackle HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, us. challenges that seem unsurmountable. COMMITTEE FINANCIAL SERVICES, Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the I urge all of my colleagues to join me Washington, DC, November 30, 2016. gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. WIL- in voting for this bipartisan legisla- Hon. TOM PRICE, SON), who has been a champion for this Chairman, Committee on the Budget, important legislation. tion, which has 298 cosponsors and the Washington, DC. Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, support of Buzz Aldrin and Michael DEAR CHAIRMAN PRICE: Thank you for your Collins, Apollo 11’s two surviving as- November 30th letter regarding H.R. 2726, the I rise today to express my full support for the passage of H.R. 2726, the Apollo tronauts. ‘‘Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I Coin Act,’’ 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative I am most appreciative of your decision to Coin Act. yield myself the balance of my time. forego action on H.R. 2726 so that it may I want to thank my longtime friend Mr. Speaker, basically, I will say move expeditiously to the House floor. I ac- and Florida colleague, Representative that it is an honor for me to support knowledge that although you are waiving ac- POSEY, for his outstanding leadership this bill and this legislation. I ask all tion on the bill, the Committee on the Budg- as the sponsor of this bill. I am proud my colleagues to support it. et is in no way waiving its jurisdictional in- to have worked very closely with him Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance terest in this or similar legislation. In addi- of my time. tion, if a conference is necessary on this leg- to build bipartisan support for this leg- islation. I also want to thank Speaker Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- islation, I will support any request that your self the balance of my time. committee be represented therein. RYAN, Chairman HENSARLING, Ranking Finally, I shall he pleased to include your Member WATERS, and the Financial Mr. Speaker, we owe a debt of grati- letter and this letter on H.R. 2726 in the Con- Services Committee for their work to tude to the brave astronauts of the gressional Record during floor consideration bring this bill to the floor. Apollo program, some of whom made of the same. Mr. Speaker, the bill before us today the ultimate sacrifice in the line of Sincerely, authorizes the minting and distribu- duty. We are beholden to the hundreds JEB HENSARLING, tion of commemorative coins to cele- of thousands of men and women who, Chairman. brate the 50th anniversary of the first when challenged to go to the Moon in ´ Ms. VELAZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I manned lunar landing mission, Apollo this decade, accepted the challenge yield myself such time as I may con- 11. These coins will honor Apollo 11 with a passion and a resolve that ac- sume. crew members, Michael Collins, Buzz complished that which was thought Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak in favor Aldrin, and Neil Armstrong; NASA sci- unachievable. of H.R. 2726, legislation that will au- entists, engineers, and astronauts; and I want to thank the chairman and thorize the issuance of gold, silver, and the other 400,000 Americans who made the ranking member for their leader- clad coins in commemoration of the the mission possible. ship and support of this legislation. Of 50th anniversary of the first time in Surcharges from the sale of these course, finally, I want to express my history that mankind successfully coins will further our commitment to sincere gratitude to my longtime completed a crewed lunar landing. promote STEM education, space explo- friend and colleague from Florida, (Ms. The Apollo 11 mission was a momen- ration, and science discovery. It will WILSON), for her staunch support and tous occasion in its own right, but it honor astronauts who lost their lives tireless efforts to ensure that this re- was also a bittersweet achievement, as in service of our country and support markable achievement is commemo- it also served as a reminder of the first the Destination Moon exhibit, which rated. Apollo mission, whose courage we will will feature exciting Apollo 11 arti- Mr. Speaker, we have one oppor- never forget. facts. tunity to celebrate this historical I am pleased that, in addition to hon- As a former elementary school prin- event with a commemorative coin. I oring the Apollo 11 crew, the legisla- cipal and leading advocate for STEM urge my colleagues to join me in sup- tion before us today also recognizes the education, I am very happy that this porting this bill. estimated 400,000 Americans who con- bill supports college scholarships for Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance tributed to make possible the Apollo 11 future scientists, engineers, and astro- of my time. mission. By calling on the Treasury nauts. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Department to mint and issue coins in Mr. Speaker, the Apollo 11 mission is question is on the motion offered by honor of Apollo 11, I hope that we will a testament to our values as Ameri- the gentleman from Florida (Mr.

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BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION.—Section 4 of A motion to reconsider was laid on ‘‘(5) ACCESS TO DOCUMENTS.—The Commis- the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 the table. U.S.C. 78d) is amended by adding at the end sion shall ensure that the Advocate for the following: Small Business Capital Formation has full f ‘‘(j) OFFICE OF THE ADVOCATE FOR SMALL access to the documents and information of BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION.— the Commission and any self-regulatory or- ‘‘(1) OFFICE ESTABLISHED.—There is estab- ganization, as necessary to carry out the CREATING FINANCIAL PROS- lished within the Commission the Office of functions of the Office. PERITY FOR BUSINESSES AND the Advocate for Small Business Capital For- ‘‘(6) ANNUAL REPORT ON ACTIVITIES.— INVESTORS ACT mation (hereafter in this subsection referred ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than Decem- to as the ‘Office’). ber 31 of each year after 2016, the Advocate Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I move ‘‘(2) ADVOCATE FOR SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL for Small Business Capital Formation shall to suspend the rules and pass the bill FORMATION.— submit to the Committee on Banking, Hous- (H.R. 6427) to improve the operation of ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The head of the Office ing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the United States capital markets, and for shall be the Advocate for Small Business Committee on Financial Services of the other purposes. Capital Formation, who shall— House of Representatives a report on the ac- The Clerk read the title of the bill. ‘‘(i) report directly to the Commission; and tivities of the Advocate for Small Business The text of the bill is as follows: ‘‘(ii) be appointed by the Commission, from Capital Formation during the immediately among individuals having experience in ad- preceding fiscal year. H.R. 6427 vocating for the interests of small businesses ‘‘(B) CONTENTS.—Each report required Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- and encouraging small business capital for- under subparagraph (A) shall include— resentatives of the United States of America in mation. ‘‘(i) appropriate statistical information Congress assembled, ‘‘(B) COMPENSATION.—The annual rate of and full and substantive analysis; SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. pay for the Advocate for Small Business Cap- ‘‘(ii) information on steps that the Advo- ital Formation shall be equal to the highest cate for Small Business Capital Formation (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Creating Financial Prosperity for Busi- rate of annual pay for other senior execu- has taken during the reporting period to im- nesses and Investors Act’’. tives who report directly to the Commission. prove small business services and the respon- ‘‘(C) NO CURRENT EMPLOYEE OF THE COMMIS- siveness of the Commission and self-regu- (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- SION.—An individual may not be appointed as latory organizations to small business and tents for this Act is as follows: the Advocate for Small Business Capital For- small business investor concerns; Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. mation if the individual is currently em- ‘‘(iii) a summary of the most serious issues TITLE I—SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL ployed by the Commission. encountered by small businesses and small FORMATION ENHANCEMENT ‘‘(3) STAFF OF OFFICE.—The Advocate for business investors, including any unique Sec. 101. Annual review of government-busi- Small Business Capital Formation, after issues encountered by minority-owned and ness forum on capital forma- consultation with the Commission, may re- women-owned small businesses and their in- tion. tain or employ independent counsel, research vestors, during the reporting period; staff, and service staff, as the Advocate for ‘‘(iv) an inventory of the items summarized TITLE II—SEC SMALL BUSINESS Small Business Capital Formation deter- under clause (iii) (including items summa- ADVOCATE mines to be necessary to carry out the func- rized under such clause for any prior report- Sec. 201. Establishment of Office of the Ad- tions of the Office. ing period on which no action has been taken vocate for Small Business Cap- ‘‘(4) FUNCTIONS OF THE ADVOCATE FOR SMALL or that have not been resolved to the satis- ital Formation and Small Busi- BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION.—The Advocate faction of the Advocate for Small Business ness Capital Formation Advi- for Small Business Capital Formation Capital Formation as of the beginning of the sory Committee. shall— reporting period covered by the report) that TITLE III—SUPPORTING AMERICA’S ‘‘(A) assist small businesses and small includes— INNOVATORS business investors in resolving significant ‘‘(I) identification of any action taken by problems such businesses and investors may the Commission or the self-regulatory orga- Sec. 301. Investor limitation for qualifying have with the Commission or with self-regu- nization and the result of such action; venture capital funds. latory organizations; ‘‘(II) the length of time that each item has TITLE IV—FIX CROWDFUNDING ‘‘(B) identify areas in which small busi- remained on such inventory; and Sec. 401. Crowdfunding vehicles. nesses and small business investors would ‘‘(III) for items on which no action has Sec. 402. Crowdfunding exemption from reg- benefit from changes in the regulations of been taken, the reasons for inaction, and an istration. the Commission or the rules of self-regu- identification of any official who is respon- latory organizations; sible for such action; TITLE V—FAIR INVESTMENT OPPORTU- ‘‘(C) identify problems that small busi- ‘‘(v) recommendations for such changes to NITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERTS nesses have with securing access to capital, the regulations, guidance and orders of the Sec. 501. Definition of accredited investor. including any unique challenges to minority- Commission and such legislative actions as TITLE VI—U.S. TERRITORIES INVESTOR owned and women-owned small businesses; may be appropriate to resolve problems with PROTECTION ‘‘(D) analyze the potential impact on small the Commission and self-regulatory organi- Sec. 601. Termination of exemption. businesses and small business investors of— zations encountered by small businesses and ‘‘(i) proposed regulations of the Commis- small business investors and to encourage TITLE I—SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL sion that are likely to have a significant eco- small business capital formation; and FORMATION ENHANCEMENT nomic impact on small businesses and small ‘‘(vi) any other information, as determined SEC. 101. ANNUAL REVIEW OF GOVERNMENT- business capital formation; and appropriate by the Advocate for Small Busi- BUSINESS FORUM ON CAPITAL FOR- ‘‘(ii) proposed rules that are likely to have ness Capital Formation. MATION. a significant economic impact on small busi- ‘‘(C) CONFIDENTIALITY.—No report required Section 503 of the Small Business Invest- nesses and small business capital formation by subparagraph (A) may contain confiden- ment Incentive Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 80c–1) is of self-regulatory organizations registered tial information. amended by adding at the end the following: under this title; ‘‘(D) INDEPENDENCE.—Each report required ‘‘(e) The Commission shall— ‘‘(E) conduct outreach to small businesses under subparagraph (A) shall be provided di- ‘‘(1) review the findings and recommenda- and small business investors, including rectly to the committees of Congress listed tions of the forum; and through regional roundtables, in order to so- in such subparagraph without any prior re- ‘‘(2) each time the forum submits a finding licit views on relevant capital formation view or comment from the Commission, any or recommendation to the Commission, issues; commissioner, any other officer or employee promptly issue a public statement— ‘‘(F) to the extent practicable, propose to of the Commission, or the Office of Manage- ‘‘(A) assessing the finding or recommenda- the Commission changes in the regulations ment and Budget. tion of the forum; and or orders of the Commission and to Congress ‘‘(7) REGULATIONS.—The Commission shall ‘‘(B) disclosing the action, if any, the Com- any legislative, administrative, or personnel establish procedures requiring a formal re- mission intends to take with respect to the changes that may be appropriate to mitigate sponse to all recommendations submitted to finding or recommendation.’’. problems identified under this paragraph and the Commission by the Advocate for Small

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:42 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.013 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7153 Business Capital Formation, not later than 3 ‘‘(III) the pre-IPO and post-IPO investors ‘‘(B) disclosing the action, if any, the Com- months after the date of such submission. in such companies (both institutional, such mission intends to take with respect to the ‘‘(8) GOVERNMENT-BUSINESS FORUM ON as venture capital funds, and individual, finding or recommendation. SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION.—The such as angel investors); and ‘‘(h) FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT.— Advocate for Small Business Capital Forma- ‘‘(iv) who represent participants in the The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 tion shall be responsible for planning, orga- marketplace for the securities of emerging U.S.C. App.) shall not apply with respect to nizing, and executing the annual Govern- companies and smaller public companies, the Committee and its activities.’’. ment-Business Forum on Small Business such as securities exchanges, alternative (c) ANNUAL GOVERNMENT-BUSINESS FORUM Capital Formation described in section 503 of trading systems, analysts, information proc- ON SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION.— the Small Business Investment Incentive Act essors, and transfer agents; and Section 503(a) of the Small Business Invest- of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 80c–1). ‘‘(C) three non-voting members— ment Incentive Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 80c–1(a)) is amended by inserting ‘‘(acting through the ‘‘(9) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in ‘‘(i) one of whom shall be appointed by the this subsection may be construed as replac- Investor Advocate; Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation and in consultation with ing or reducing the responsibilities of the In- ‘‘(ii) one of whom shall be appointed by the the Small Business Capital Formation Advi- vestor Advocate with respect to small busi- North American Securities Administrators sory Committee)’’ after ‘‘Securities and Ex- ness investors.’’. Association; and change Commission’’. (b) SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION ‘‘(iii) one of whom shall be appointed by ADVISORY COMMITTEE.—Title I of the Securi- the Administrator of the Small Business Ad- TITLE III—SUPPORTING AMERICA’S ties Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78a et ministration. INNOVATORS seq.) is amended by adding at the end the fol- ‘‘(2) TERM.—Each member of the Com- SEC. 301. INVESTOR LIMITATION FOR QUALI- lowing: mittee appointed under subparagraph (B), FYING VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS. (C)(ii), or (C)(iii) of paragraph (1) shall serve Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company ‘‘SEC. 40. SMALL BUSINESS CAPITAL FORMATION Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a–3(c)(1)) is amend- ADVISORY COMMITTEE. for a term of 4 years. ‘‘(3) MEMBERS NOT COMMISSION EMPLOY- ed— ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT AND PURPOSE.— (1) by inserting after ‘‘one hundred per- ‘‘(1) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established EES.—Members appointed under subpara- graph (B), (C)(ii), or (C)(iii) of paragraph (1) sons’’ the following: ‘‘(or, with respect to a within the Commission the Small Business qualifying venture capital fund, 250 per- Capital Formation Advisory Committee shall not be treated as employees or agents of the Commission solely because of mem- sons)’’; and (hereafter in this section referred to as the (2) by adding at the end the following: ‘Committee’). bership on the Committee. ‘‘(c) CHAIRMAN; VICE CHAIRMAN; SEC- ‘‘(C) The term ‘qualifying venture capital ‘‘(2) FUNCTIONS.— RETARY; ASSISTANT SECRETARY.— fund’ means any venture capital fund (as de- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Committee shall ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The members of the fined pursuant to section 203(l)(1) of the In- provide the Commission with advice on the vestment Advisers Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80b– Commission’s rules, regulations, and policies Committee shall elect, from among the members of the Committee— 3(l)(1)) with no more than $10,000,000 in in- with regard to the Commission’s mission of vested capital, as such dollar amount is an- protecting investors, maintaining fair, or- ‘‘(A) a chairman; ‘‘(B) a vice chairman; nually adjusted by the Commission to reflect derly, and efficient markets, and facilitating the change in the Consumer Price Index for capital formation, as such rules, regulations, ‘‘(C) a secretary; and ‘‘(D) an assistant secretary. All Urban Consumers published by the Bu- and policies relate to— reau of Labor Statistics of the Department ‘‘(i) capital raising by emerging, privately ‘‘(2) TERM.—Each member elected under paragraph (1) shall serve for a term of 3 years of Labor.’’. held small businesses (‘emerging companies’) TITLE IV—FIX CROWDFUNDING and publicly traded companies with less than in the capacity for which the member was SEC. 401. CROWDFUNDING VEHICLES. $250,000,000 in public market capitalization elected under paragraph (1). ‘‘(d) MEETINGS.— (a) AMENDMENTS TO THE SECURITIES ACT OF (‘smaller public companies’) through securi- ‘‘(1) FREQUENCY OF MEETINGS.—The Com- 1933.—The Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. ties offerings, including private and limited mittee shall meet— 77a et seq.) is amended— offerings and initial and other public offer- ‘‘(A) not less frequently than four times (1) in section 4A(f)(3), by inserting ‘‘by any ings; annually, at the call of the chairman of the of paragraphs (1) through (14) of’’ before ‘‘(ii) trading in the securities of emerging Committee; and ‘‘section 3(c)’’; and companies and smaller public companies; ‘‘(B) from time to time, at the call of the (2) in section 4(a)(6)(B), by inserting after and Commission. ‘‘any investor’’ the following: ‘‘, other than a ‘‘(iii) public reporting and corporate gov- ‘‘(2) NOTICE.—The chairman of the Com- crowdfunding vehicle (as defined in section ernance requirements of emerging companies mittee shall give the members of the Com- 2(a) of the Investment Company Act of and smaller public companies. mittee written notice of each meeting, not 1940),’’. ‘‘(B) LIMITATION.—The Committee shall not later than 2 weeks before the date of the (b) AMENDMENTS TO THE INVESTMENT COM- provide any advice with respect to any poli- meeting. PANY ACT OF 1940.—The Investment Company cies, practices, actions, or decisions con- ‘‘(e) COMPENSATION AND TRAVEL EX- Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a–1 et seq.) is amend- cerning the Commission’s enforcement pro- PENSES.—Each member of the Committee ed— gram. who is not a full-time employee of the (1) in section 2(a), by adding at the end the ‘‘(b) MEMBERSHIP.— United States shall— following: ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The members of the ‘‘(1) be entitled to receive compensation at ‘‘(55) The term ‘crowdfunding vehicle’ Committee shall be— a rate not to exceed the daily equivalent of means a company— ‘‘(A) the Advocate for Small Business Cap- the annual rate of basic pay in effect for a ‘‘(A) whose purpose (as set forth in its or- ital Formation; position at level V of the Executive Schedule ganizational documents) is limited to acquir- ‘‘(B) not fewer than 10, and not more than under section 5316 of title 5, United States ing, holding, and disposing securities issued 20, members appointed by the Commission, Code, for each day during which the member by a single company in one or more trans- from among individuals— is engaged in the actual performance of the actions and made pursuant to section 4(a)(6) ‘‘(i) who represent— duties of the Committee; and of the Securities Act of 1933; ‘‘(I) emerging companies engaging in pri- ‘‘(2) while away from the home or regular ‘‘(B) which issues only one class of securi- vate and limited securities offerings or con- place of business of the member in the per- ties; sidering initial public offerings (‘IPO’) (in- formance of services for the Committee, be ‘‘(C) which receives no compensation in cluding the companies’ officers and direc- allowed travel expenses, including per diem connection with such acquisition, holding, or tors); in lieu of subsistence, in the same manner as disposition of securities; ‘‘(II) the professional advisors of such com- persons employed intermittently in the Gov- ‘‘(D) no associated person of which receives panies (including attorneys, accountants, in- ernment service are allowed expenses under any compensation in connection with such vestment bankers, and financial advisors); section 5703 of title 5, United States Code. acquisition, holding or disposition of securi- and ‘‘(f) STAFF.—The Commission shall make ties unless such person is acting as or on be- ‘‘(III) the investors in such companies (in- available to the Committee such staff as the half of an investment adviser registered cluding angel investors, venture capital chairman of the Committee determines are under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 or funds, and family offices); necessary to carry out this section. registered as an investment adviser in the ‘‘(ii) who are officers or directors of minor- ‘‘(g) REVIEW BY COMMISSION.—The Commis- State in which the investment adviser main- ity-owned small businesses or women-owned sion shall— tains its principal office and place of busi- small businesses; ‘‘(1) review the findings and recommenda- ness; ‘‘(iii) who represent— tions of the Committee; and ‘‘(E) the securities of which have been ‘‘(I) smaller public companies (including ‘‘(2) each time the Committee submits a issued in a transaction made pursuant to the companies’ officers and directors); finding or recommendation to the Commis- section 4(a)(6) of the Securities Act of 1933, ‘‘(II) the professional advisors of such com- sion, promptly issue a public statement— where both the crowdfunding vehicle and the panies (including attorneys, auditors, under- ‘‘(A) assessing the finding or recommenda- company whose securities it holds are co- writers, and financial advisors); and tion of the Committee; and issuers;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:42 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.010 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7154 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 ‘‘(F) which is current in its ongoing disclo- the two most recent years or joint income initiatives that the Financial Services sure obligations under Rule 202 of Regulation with that person’s spouse in excess of $300,000 Committee has worked on in a very Crowdfunding (17 C.F.R. 227.202); in each of those years and has a reasonable constructive and bipartisan manner ‘‘(G) the company whose securities it holds expectation of reaching the same income during the 114th Congress. is current in its ongoing disclosure obliga- level in the current year; For 6 years, our committee, and, in tions under Rule 202 of Regulation ‘‘(D) any natural person who is currently Crowdfunding (17 C.F.R. 227.202); and licensed or registered as a broker or invest- particular, the Subcommittee on Cap- ‘‘(H) is advised by an investment adviser ment adviser by the Commission, the Finan- ital Markets and Government Spon- registered under the Investment Advisers cial Industry Regulatory Authority, or an sored Enterprises, has sought to break Act of 1940 or registered as an investment ad- equivalent self-regulatory organization (as through the bipartisan gridlock in viser in the State in which the investment defined in section 3(a)(26) of the Securities Washington and to ensure that the adviser maintains its principal office and Exchange Act of 1934), or the securities divi- SEC, or the Securities and Exchange place of business.’’; and sion of a State or the equivalent State divi- Commission, fulfills an important part (2) in section 3(c), by adding at the end the sion responsible for licensing or registration of its mission to facilitate capital for- following: of individuals in connection with securities mation. ‘‘(15) Any crowdfunding vehicle.’’. activities; For example, the JOBS Act of 2012, SEC. 402. CROWDFUNDING EXEMPTION FROM ‘‘(E) any natural person the Commission REGISTRATION. determines, by regulation, to have demon- much of which originated in our com- Section 12(g)(6) of the Securities Exchange strable education or job experience to qual- mittee, has already been a measurable Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78l(g)(6)) is amended— ify such person as having professional knowl- success, as hundreds of companies have (1) by striking ‘‘The Commission’’ and in- edge of a subject related to a particular in- used its provisions to file for an initial serting the following: vestment, and whose education or job experi- public offering, and other businesses ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Commission’’; ence is verified by the Financial Industry have been able to raise well over $50 (2) by striking ‘‘section 4(6)’’ and inserting Regulatory Authority or an equivalent self- billion worth of capital through private ‘‘section 4(a)(6)’’; and regulatory organization (as defined in sec- channels. (3) by adding at the end the following: tion 3(a)(26) of the Securities Exchange Act Altogether, this translates to more ‘‘(B) TREATMENT OF SECURITIES ISSUED BY of 1934); or’’. growth, more innovation, and, most CERTAIN ISSUERS.—An exemption under sub- TITLE VI—U.S. TERRITORIES INVESTOR importantly, more jobs here for Ameri- paragraph (A) shall be unconditional for se- PROTECTION curities offered by an issuer that had a pub- cans who have been struggling in an SEC. 601. TERMINATION OF EXEMPTION. lic float of less than $75,000,000 as of the last economy that is producing only 1–2 (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 6(a) of the Invest- business day of the issuer’s most recently ment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a–6(a)) percent growth, at best. completed semiannual period, computed by is amended by striking paragraph (1). We didn’t stop at the JOBS Act, and multiplying the aggregate worldwide number (b) EFFECTIVE DATE AND SAFE HARBOR.— both Republicans and Democrats on of shares of the issuer’s common equity secu- (1) EFFECTIVE DATE.—Except as provided in our committee came together and con- rities held by non-affiliates by the price at paragraph (2), the amendment made by sub- tinued to generate good ideas that which such securities were last sold (or the section (a) shall take effect on the date of modernize our Nation’s security laws average bid and asked prices of such securi- the enactment of this Act. for the benefit of the small- and me- ties) in the principal market for such securi- (2) SAFE HARBOR.—With respect to a com- ties or, in the event the result of such public dium-sized enterprises, which often pay pany that is exempt under section 6(a)(1) of a disproportionate share of the costs float calculation is zero, had annual reve- the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 nues of less than $50,000,000 as of the issuer’s U.S.C. 80a–6(a)(1)) on the day before the date that come along with regulation. most recently completed fiscal year.’’. of the enactment of this Act, the amendment For example, during this Congress, TITLE V—FAIR INVESTMENT OPPORTUNI- made by subsection (a) shall take effect on our subcommittee has put forward TIES FOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERTS the date that is 3 years after the date of the nearly 40 bills to do just that, the vast SEC. 501. DEFINITION OF ACCREDITED INVES- enactment of this Act. majority of which gained, again, bipar- TOR. (3) EXTENSION OF SAFE HARBOR.—The Secu- tisan support in both committee and Section 2(a)(15) of the Securities Act of rities and Exchange Commission, by rule and here on the House floor. A year ago 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77b(a)(15)) is amended— regulation upon its own motion, or by order this month, a number of these meas- (1) by redesignating clauses (i) and (ii) as upon application, may conditionally or un- ures were signed into law at the White subparagraphs (A) and (F), respectively; and conditionally, under section 6(c) of the In- House by the President. (2) in subparagraph (A) (as so redesig- vestment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a– nated), by striking ‘‘; or’’ and inserting a 6(c)), further delay the effective date for a Today, we bring together a package semicolon, and inserting after such subpara- company described in paragraph (2) for a of another six bills on the House floor graph the following: maximum of 3 years following the initial 3- with the hopes that we, once again, can ‘‘(B) any natural person whose individual year period if, before the end of the initial 3- improve the environment in which en- net worth, or joint net worth with that per- year period, the Commission determines that trepreneurs and small businesses can son’s spouse, exceeds $1,000,000 (which such a rule, regulation, motion, or order is operate. amount, along with the amounts set forth in necessary or appropriate in the public inter- The provisions under H.R. 6427 in- subparagraph (C), shall be adjusted for infla- est and for the protection of investors. clude the following: tion by the Commission every 5 years to the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- First, a bill from Mr. CARNEY and Mr. nearest $10,000 to reflect the change in the ant to the rule, the gentleman from DUFFY that would create an Office of Consumer Price Index for All Urban Con- sumers published by the Bureau of Labor New Jersey (Mr. GARRETT) and the gen- the Advocate for Small Business Cap- Statistics) where, for purposes of calculating tlewoman from New York (Ms. ital Formation at the SEC. For too net worth under this subparagraph— VELA´ ZQUEZ) each will control 20 min- long, Mr. Speaker, the SEC has oper- ‘‘(i) the person’s primary residence shall utes. ated in a bureaucratic silo and ignored not be included as an asset; The Chair recognizes the gentleman the needs of small and growing busi- ‘‘(ii) indebtedness that is secured by the from New Jersey. nesses and entrepreneurs. So we have person’s primary residence, up to the esti- GENERAL LEAVE Mr. DUFFY’s bill, which gives small mated fair market value of the primary resi- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I ask businesses a permanent voice at the dence at the time of the sale of securities, SEC, and it passed out of committee shall not be included as a liability (except unanimous consent that all Members that if the amount of such indebtedness out- may have 5 legislative days in which to unanimously by a vote of 56–0. It also standing at the time of sale of securities ex- revise and extend their remarks and in- passed in the House overwhelmingly. ceeds the amount outstanding 60 days before clude extraneous materials on this bill. Secondly, Mr. Speaker, is a bill from such time, other than as a result of the ac- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Mr. POLIQUIN that would require the quisition of the primary residence, the objection to the request of the gen- SEC to respond to recommendations amount of such excess shall be included as a tleman from New Jersey? made at its annual government small liability); and There was no objection. business forum, ensuring that the SEC ‘‘(iii) indebtedness that is secured by the Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield no longer simply ignores the ideas gen- person’s primary residence in excess of the erated by small businesses at this estimated fair market value of the primary myself such time as I may consume. residence at the time of the sale of securities Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support event. This bill, again, passed our com- shall be included as a liability; of H.R. 6427, the Creating Financial mittee by a vote of 55–1 and passed the ‘‘(C) any natural person who had an indi- Prosperity for Businesses and Investors House by a vote of 390–1 earlier this vidual income in excess of $200,000 in each of Act. It is a compilation of legislative year.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:42 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.010 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7155 It also includes two bills from Mr. ture capital funds, and making im- Today I rise to support the Creating MCHENRY, who is on the floor and will provements to the equity crowdfunding Financial Prosperity for Businesses be speaking later, one which would fix rules implemented under the JOBS and Investors Act. some of the more unworkable provi- Act, this bill will help more startups Mr. Speaker, the title doesn’t do the sions of the crowd funding title of the and fast-growing businesses secure fi- act justice. This is about helping fami- JOBS Act, and a second bill that would nancing. lies, communities, small businesses, modernize the threshold for when ven- Beyond the small business provi- entrepreneurs, those that are risk-tak- ture capital funds would have to reg- sions, today’s bill will provide inves- ers in our society trying to make our ister with the SEC. Again, there was tors and retirees in Puerto Rico and society better, more prosperous, and huge bipartisan support, both passing other U.S. territories the same protec- helping families and communities like out of committee 57–2 and garnering tions as their mainland counterparts. the one I represent in western North near-unanimous support here on the For 7 decades, the Investment Com- Carolina be better off. We need a grow- House floor. pany Act of 1940 provided U.S. inves- ing economy to help families, to help There are two more. tors with basic safeguards, regulating small businesses, to help make us more Another title includes a bill from everything from leverage limits to cap- prosperous as Americans. DAVE SCHWEIKERT that would reform italization levels, to preventing con- So this act deals with a couple of the definition of an accredited investor flicts of interest. those areas in particular for families, for certain securities offerings so that Due to a historical artifact, however, small businesses, and entrepreneurs so it is not just the wealthy or the well- all funds located in and sold only to they can gain greater access to lend- connected who are able to invest in residents of U.S. territories are ex- ing, to loans, to capital that they need these companies. This bill passed the empted from the act. The reason is to help businesses grow and create House earlier, again, with near-unani- U.S. territories were deemed to be too jobs. mous support. geographically distant from Wash- Two of those bills, to that end, I au- Finally, we have a bill from our ington, D.C. Obviously, the cost of air thored earlier this year, which we Democratic colleague, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, travel today is no longer an issue. Reg- passed with over 400 votes, as indi- that would make a technical correction ulators routinely travel to Hawaii and vidual stand-alone items through the to an outdated law that exempts in- Alaska to conduct oversight. In fact, House of Representatives. Those two vestment companies from having to SEC Chair White testified earlier this bills, Supporting America’s Innovators register in U.S. territories. year that the exemption should be re- Act, and the Fix Crowdfunding Act, in In conclusion, Mr. Speaker, H.R. 6427 moved. particular, amend existing securities contains innovation and much-needed To close the loophole and provide ter- laws to make it easier for small busi- legislation to help get our economy off ritorial residents with the protections nesses and entrepreneurs to use inno- the slow growth track that it has been they deserve, I introduced the U.S. Ter- vative forms of capital formation. In- on for too long, and it continues the ritories Investor Protection Act. Over vestment crowdfunding and angel in- good bipartisanship that our com- the past year, we met with stake- vesting are two of those areas, in par- mittee is known for. holders, heard their concerns and fur- ticular, to support those ideas that en- I want to take this moment to thank ther fine-tuned the bill. able us to create jobs. Those two bills were a part of the all my colleagues over the years for Investment companies will have an larger package, that are a part of the their hard work and willingness to initial 3-year compliance period, with innovation initiative that Leader work with us in a bipartisan manner to an option at the approval of the SEC, MCCARTHY and I launched at the begin- move legislation like this. for an additional 3 years. This balances ning of this year. A number of bills b 1700 investor protections while granting have moved through the House with more than reasonable time for finan- In particular, I thank our chairman, wide bipartisan support that update cial institutions to comply. It is impor- JEB HENSARLING, for his tremendous outdated laws. tant to note that if investment compa- leadership of our full Financial Serv- So, today, this package is an impor- nies need further relief, they are able ices Committee and for all the work tant step in the right direction; but our to request such a reprieve under exist- that he has done to improve our capital work is not done. We have to continue ing law. markets in this country and to create to work with our Federal regulators a financial system that works for the I thank Chairman HENSARLING, and Members on both sides of the aisle benefit of all Americans. Ranking Member WATERS, and Con- to ensure that we update and ensure in- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of gressman GARRETT for working with vestment crowdfunding, angel invest- my time. me on this provision. Their cooperation ing, and other areas of innovation can Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I was critical to developing an approach actually be better deployed across our yield myself such time as I may con- that would apply the act in a manner society and to more people. sume. sensitive to investors and investment I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes’’ I rise in support of H.R. 6427, a bipar- companies alike. and ensure this bipartisan bill has wide tisan package of commonsense meas- In sum, I will argue that this is a approval here in the House today. ures that will help small businesses strong bill. It will reduce compliance Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I raise capital and better protect inves- costs, facilitate access to capital for continue to reserve the balance of my tors and retirees of the U.S. territories. thousands of small businesses, and bet- time. Today’s bill contains numerous bi- ter protect investors and retirees in Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield partisan solutions to ensure the SEC is territories like Puerto Rico. such time as he may consume to the more responsive to small business reg- I urge Members to support this legis- gentleman from Arizona (Mr. ulatory concerns. For example, it cre- lation, and I reserve the balance of my SCHWEIKERT). ates a new Office of the Advocate for time. Mr. SCHWEIKERT. Mr. Speaker, I Small Business Capital Formation and Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield am here to speak about one of the ideas a new Small Business Advisory Com- such time as he may consume to the in this package that I have, shall we mittee. Taken together, these efforts gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. say, 5 or 6 years in; and the interesting will ensure the agency is more respon- MCHENRY). I appreciate all of his hard thing, it was a conversation back and sive to entrepreneurs’ needs. work for the JOBS Act and all the rest forth with a number of Democrats on Furthermore, we have all heard that of his work as vice chair of the com- the other side. It was one of those—it demand for small business capital out- mittee and the time together that we started as sort of a philosophical de- strips supply. H.R. 6427 makes targeted had. bate. changes to attract more investors to Mr. MCHENRY. Mr. Speaker, I thank Often you hear us fussing at each the small business market. By expand- my colleague for his kind words and for other here on the floor, and we will get ing definition of accredited investor, his leadership on important issues in into these debates of, well, the con- raising the investor cap on small ven- the capital markets. centration of wealth in the country;

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We like this, as I have done over the last 14 bill (H.R. 5015) to restore amounts im- don’t decide you get to invest in cer- years, and to end where I began, to do properly withheld for tax purposes tain activities because you are an ex- so in a bipartisan manner, that they from severance payments to individ- pert in the technology or the business tell me we should be able to pass uals who retired or separated from model. through today in a pretty overwhelm- service in the Armed Forces for com- We actually have a series of rules ingly bipartisan manner as well. bat-related injuries, and for other pur- that, if you have $1 million, you and poses, as amended. your wife have a certain income, then The gentleman from Arizona ended The Clerk read the title of the bill. you are allowed to invest. You think his remarks with the statement: Every The text of the bill is as follows: day is a new beginning. about that. So if I came to you right H.R. 5015 now and said, I am going to judge you So I look at that as my days ahead. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- by the size of your bank account and This legislation is a new beginning for resentatives of the United States of America in not by your competence, that would be capital formation and is a new begin- Congress assembled, pretty outrageous. ning for bipartisanship in future legis- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. I guess for years and years, none of lation as well. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Combat-In- us had really sort of talked about it, I thank my colleagues from the other jured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016’’. thought about it in that way, that the side of the aisle that I have had the SEC. 2. FINDINGS. arbitrary rules that the SEC and we honor and privilege to work with on Congress makes the following findings: had allowed to continue were a world this legislation and other legislation as (1) Approximately 10,000 to 11,000 individ- where we judged people by their wealth uals are retired from service in the Armed well. I thank my colleagues from my Forces for medical reasons each year. and then gave them additional oppor- side of the aisle that I have had similar tunities instead of handing those same (2) Some of such individuals are separated opportunity to do so as well. We have from service in the Armed Forces for com- opportunities to people because of their gone through challenging times, from bat-related injuries (as defined in section expertise in investing or the tech- good economic times and bad—maybe 104(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of nology, their expertise in under- more bad than good—but, through it 1986). standing the risk profile of such tech- all, I think we have done so with the (3) Congress has recognized the tremendous nology. I am hoping that is where we American public’s interest in mind. personal sacrifice of veterans with combat- are heading. related injuries by, among other things, spe- There was a number of compromises Behind me also are some of our mem- cifically excluding from taxable income sev- to make both sides feel comfortable, bers of our committee who I also wish erance pay received for combat-related inju- and that is actually one of the reasons to recognize for their work as well. ries. we had such a bipartisan vote; and to They have left a profound impact on (4) Since 1991, the Secretary of Defense has improperly withheld taxes from severance that, I also thank my friend, Chairman myself during the time that I have known them, and I thank them humbly pay for wounded veterans, thus denying GARRETT. I am going to miss you be- them their due compensation and a signifi- cause you have worked hard to shep- for their being willing to put up with cant benefit intended by Congress. herd many of these concepts through me and to deal with me throughout the (5) Many veterans owed redress are beyond for years now. years, but be able to work together for the statutory period to file an amended tax I think this is a great start because the benefit of the American public as return because they were not or are not we are going to start judging our well. aware that taxes were improperly withheld. brothers and sisters by their talents I think that, together, we have done SEC. 3. RESTORATION OF AMOUNTS IMPROPERLY and not necessarily their bank account WITHHELD FOR TAX PURPOSES great things. I look forward to watch- FROM SEVERANCE PAYMENTS TO size, and that is why I am so happy on ing what other great things will be VETERANS WITH COMBAT-RELATED this one. done in a bipartisan manner as well. INJURIES. Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I am (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year prepared to close. I yield myself such I think my time may be just about after the date of the enactment of this Act, time as I may consume. out, but let me also just say this as the Secretary of Defense shall— Mr. Speaker, access to capital is the well. I want to end where I began, (1) identify— lifeblood of every business. By expand- which was thanking the chairman of (A) the severance payments— ing the pool of accredited investors and this committee, Mr. JEB HENSARLING, (i) that the Secretary paid after January venture capital firms, improving the for his leadership and, most impor- 17, 1991; (ii) that the Secretary computed under sec- equity crowdfunding rules, and giving tantly, for his friendship in the years I have known him in this capacity. tion 1212 of title 10, United States Code; small business a bigger voice in SEC (iii) that were not considered gross income decisionmaking, H.R. 6427 provides the I urge every Member to support the pursuant to section 104(a)(4) of the Internal tools necessary to inject much-needed underlying legislation, and I yield back Revenue Code of 1986; and equity capital into our Main Street the balance of my time. (iv) from which the Secretary withheld amounts for tax purposes; and businesses. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Finally, closing the U.S. territories (B) the individuals to whom such severance question is on the motion offered by loophole in the Investment Company payments were made; and the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Act of 1940 will harmonize regulatory (2) with respect to each person identified GARRETT) that the House suspend the under paragraph (1)(B), provide— oversight and give millions of investors rules and pass the bill, H.R. 6427. (A) notice of— and retirees, mostly in Puerto Rico, (i) the amount of severance payments in the peace of mind that their hard- The question was taken. paragraph (1)(A) which were improperly earned money will receive the same The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the withheld for tax purposes; and level of protection afforded to those on opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being (ii) such other information determined to the mainland. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. be necessary by the Secretary of the Treas- I thank the chairman, ranking mem- ury to carry out the purposes of this section; Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, on that and ber, and all of the cosponsors for their I demand the yeas and nays. hard work in bringing this bipartisan (B) instructions for filing amended tax re- The yeas and nays were ordered. turns to recover the amounts improperly package to the floor. I urge Members to withheld for tax purposes. support this bill, and I yield back the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- (b) EXTENSION OF LIMITATION ON TIME FOR balance of my time. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- CREDIT OR REFUND.— Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield ceedings on this motion will be post- (1) PERIOD FOR FILING CLAIM.—If a claim for myself such time as I may consume. poned. credit or refund under section 6511(a) of the

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The allowable amount of credit or refund of time lump-sum disability payment DEAR CHAIRMAN THORNBERRY: Thank you a specified overpayment shall be determined they receive when they leave the mili- for your letter regarding H.R. 5015, the without regard to the amount of tax paid tary. Unfortunately, errors in the De- ‘‘Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act within the period provided in section fense Department’s automatic payment of 2016.’’ As you noted, the bill was referred 6511(b)(2). system have resulted in taxes being im- to the Committee on Armed Services. (2) SPECIFIED OVERPAYMENT.—For purposes properly withheld from these injured I am most appreciative of your decision to of paragraph (1), the term ‘‘specified over- troops’ payments—sometimes for years waive formal consideration of H.R. 5015 so that it may proceed expeditiously to the payment’’ means an overpayment attrib- on end. utable to a severance payment described in House floor. I acknowledge that although As a result, thousands of combat-in- you waived formal consideration of the bill, subsection (a)(1). jured veterans—men and women who SEC. 4. REQUIREMENT THAT SECRETARY OF DE- the Committee on Armed Services is in no FENSE ENSURE AMOUNTS ARE NOT have sacrificed greatly for our coun- way waiving its jurisdiction over the subject WITHHELD FOR TAX PURPOSES try—have not received the full com- matter contained in those provisions of the FROM SEVERANCE PAYMENTS NOT pensation they are rightfully due. The bill that fall within your Rule X jurisdiction. CONSIDERED GROSS INCOME. Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness I will include a copy of our letters in the The Secretary of Defense shall take such Act provides an opportunity to right Congressional Record during consideration actions as may be necessary to ensure that this wrong for veterans injured during of this legislation on the House floor. amounts are not withheld for tax purposes Sincerely, their service. This legislation will from severance payments made by the Sec- KEVIN BRADY, retary to individuals when such payments allow veterans to recover income taxes Chairman. are not considered gross income pursuant to that were improperly collected by the Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- section 104(a)(4) of the Internal Revenue Department of Defense on certain dis- self such time as I may consume. Code of 1986. ability severance payments. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman SEC. 5. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Under this bill, the Defense Depart- BRADY for his efforts on behalf of this (a) IN GENERAL.—After completing the ment will be required to identify all legislation. identification required by section 3(a) and the veterans who have been impacted not later than one year after the date of the This is a pleasant responsibility that by this problem. They will inform we have when you consider that its enactment of this Act, the Secretary of De- these veterans of the full amount that fense shall submit to the appropriate com- corrective action will alone help 175 has been improperly withheld from mittees of Congress a report on the actions former military members in the State their disability payments, and they taken by the Secretary to carry out this Act. of Massachusetts and 13,800 across the will provide detailed instructions on (b) CONTENTS.—The report submitted under country. subsection (a) shall include the following: how veterans can recover the money Let me reiterate some of the points (1) The number of individuals identified through an amended tax return. that were made by Chairman BRADY. under section 3(a)(1)(B). Our men and women in uniform and The bill before us corrects an issue re- (2) Of all the severance payments described their families have sacrificed so much lated to a provision that was designed in section 3(a)(1)(A), the aggregate amount for our Nation. Errors like this are to alleviate some of the tax burdens of that the Secretary withheld for tax purposes completely unacceptable and cannot be from such payments. our Nation’s combat-injured veterans. allowed to go unaddressed. (3) A description of the actions the Sec- Under Federal law, veterans who suffer retary plans to take to carry out section 4. I thank Representative ROUZER for his leadership on the Combat-Injured combat-related injuries and who are (c) APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF CONGRESS separated from the military are not DEFINED.—In this section, the term ‘‘appro- Veterans Tax Fairness Act and his priate committees of Congress’’ means— dedication. This legislation takes im- supposed to be taxed on the one-time (1) the Committee on Armed Services, the portant action to ensure America’s lump-sum disability severance pay- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and the promises are kept to our combat-in- ment they receive from the Depart- Committee on Finance of the Senate; and jured heroes and their families. ment of Defense. (2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my col- Due to an accounting error at the De- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and the leagues to join me in supporting its fense Finance and Accounting Service, Committee on Ways and Means of the House approximately $78 million in tax pay- of Representatives. passage. I reserve the balance of my time. ments were inadvertently taken from The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES, combat-disabled servicemembers. Some ant to the rule, the gentleman from HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, of this improper withholding has taken Texas (Mr. BRADY) and the gentleman Washington, DC, November 30, 2016. place outside the 3-year period in from Massachusetts (Mr. NEAL) each Hon. KEVIN BRADY, which taxpayers could file an amended will control 20 minutes. Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means, tax return. The Chair recognizes the gentleman House of Representatives, Washington, DC. H.R. 5015 would right this wrong by from Texas. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: I write concerning instructing DOD to identify those who H.R. 5015, the Combat-Injured Veterans Tax GENERAL LEAVE were wrongfully taxed so that they can Fairness Act of 2016, which was referred to Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I the Committee on Armed Services, and in be reimbursed. This bill would allow ask unanimous consent that all Mem- addition to the Committee on Ways and those veterans identified by the DOD bers may have 5 legislative days within Means, for a period to be subsequently deter- to file amended returns to recoup those which to revise and extend their re- mined by the Speaker. unintentionally withheld funds. marks and include extraneous material In order to expedite this legislation for Mr. Speaker, I am curious with re- on H.R. 5015, currently under consider- floor consideration, the Committee on spect to two items in this bill, and I Armed Services will forgo action on this bill. ation. just would like to raise this ever so po- This decision is conditional on our mutual litely with the majority party. Vet- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there understanding that forgoing consideration in objection to the request of the gen- no way diminishes or alters the jurisdic- erans’ issues in the Congress have long tleman from Texas? tional interests of the Committee on Armed had a bipartisan flavor to them. We There was no objection. Services in this bill, any subsequent amend- have been supportive across the board Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I ments, or similar legislation. in the efforts that we make as it re- yield myself such time as I may con- Please place a copy of this letter and your lates to our veterans, and the dif- sume. response acknowledging our jurisdictional ferences we have generally are very Mr. Speaker, we have responsibilities interest into the Congressional Record dur- small; but in this case, it does not ap- ing consideration of the measure on the for all the brave men and women who House floor. pear that a Democrat was asked to co- protect and defend our great Nation, Sincerely, sponsor the bill in its original intro- especially those who are injured in the WILLIAM M. ‘‘MAC’’ THORNBERRY, duction. So I would hope in the future line of duty. The bill we are consid- Chairman. that even though this bill was largely

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I would say that I don’t want nearly 14,000 veterans did not receive sume. to suggest for a moment that this was the money to which they were entitled First, I really do applaud the work of done in a partisan atmosphere as much because of a taxing error made by the Representative ROUZER in this area and as I would like to think that it was just Federal Government. the bipartisan work of Senators BOOZ- overlooked. I hope in the future that Now, in case you are wondering how MAN and WARNER. we would be considered for sponsorship this error occurred, here is some back- This is an area that could have easily of this sort of legislation as well. ground: the Internal Revenue Code ex- been just swept aside over the years Also, I would like to highlight an cludes recurring disability payments and never really addressed. The gen- issue that is akin to the matter that is from taxable income for personal inju- tleman continued to raise the issue, before us, and it comes from our ries or sickness resulting from active bring it to our attention, and work friends on the committee, SAM JOHN- service in our Armed Forces. In 1991, a through the legislative process. Again, SON and JOHN LARSON. They worked to- Federal district court case, St. Clair v. gether on legislation that would pre- I thank the gentleman for his very im- United States, determined that one- portant leadership. vent exonerated felons from facing an time lump-sum disability severance undue tax burden with respect to pay- I also thank the chairman of the payments received for injuries result- Armed Services Committee, Chairman ments they received due to their ing from active service should be ex- wrongful conviction—emphasis on MAC THORNBERRY, and his team for cluded from taxable income as well. their approval of this measure and will- ‘‘wrongful conviction.’’ Despite this court decision and the Similar to the veterans in the situa- ingness to work with the author to resulting regulatory guidance that tion before us, these wrongfully con- bring this forward. stemmed from it, taxes on combat-re- victed individuals should not face an I, too, thank the ranking member, lated disability severance payments improper tax liability on amounts in- Mr. NEAL, and congratulate him on his have been withheld for many years. As tended to compensate for the tremen- naming as ranking member for the was mentioned earlier, the Defense Fi- dous injustices they faced under our Ways and Means Committee. I look for- nance and Accounting System claimed legal system. Legislation to that effect ward to working with the gentleman this was due to the limitations of its became law in 2015. However, due to on these and other issues moving for- automated computer payment system. the lengthy IRS process in providing ward. Go figure. Regardless, this is an issue guidance on the issue, the statute On behalf of 14,000 veterans who de- that needs to be addressed. would only allow less than 5 months serve to get the dollars they earned Many of the veterans affected are not for these exonerated individuals to from the Department of Defense, late is amend their prior year tax returns. even aware that their benefits were im- better than never. I applaud the efforts properly reduced. In most cases, the 3- Mr. JOHNSON and Mr. LARSON of Con- of Mr. ROUZER in doing that. year period in which they could file an necticut have worked tirelessly to Mr. Speaker, I urge support for this amended tax return to get their money make sure that these individuals are bipartisan bill. back has long since passed. not unfairly burdened further than I yield back the balance of my time. This legislation directs the Depart- they already have been and they have Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in proposed extending the statutory dead- ment of Defense to identify instances of improper withholding and determine support of H.R. 5015, Combat-Injured Vet- line for these individuals to file amend- erans Tax Fairness Act of 2016, because the ed returns. how much these combat-wounded vet- erans are owed. Those veterans who legislation directs the Defense Department So while I think the legislation be- (DoD) to restore improperly withheld for taxes fore us is sound, I do hope that the were adversely affected will then be able to apply to the IRS to receive the from severance payments to individuals who committee and the Congress will find retired or separated from service in the Armed time to consider similar IRS filing- money they are rightfully due. Our soldiers, sailors, airmen, and ma- Forces for combat-related injuries. deadline legislation with respect to The bill also requires the DoD to notify com- these exonerated individuals. rines risk their lives every day to pro- tect our freedoms, our values, and our bat-injured veterans if it had improperly with- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of held tax on their severance pay any time after my time. Republic. The revelation that there are January 17, 1991 and provide the veterans Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I thousands of veterans who did not re- with information on how to seek a refund from yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from ceive their full disability severance pay the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). North Carolina (Mr. ROUZER), who is is unacceptable, and it must be cor- H.R. 5015 works to remedy the egregious the author of the bill in the House. Be- rected immediately. action of withholding more than $78 million in sides his advocacy for small businesses Today we can make a great step to- and job growth, he is also a champion wards rectifying this problem. I think taxes from almost 14,000 combat-injured vet- for our military, especially those who we can all agree that these veterans de- erans. have been injured in combat. serve no less for their service and sac- This legislation additionally ensures that fur- Mr. ROUZER. Mr. Speaker, first, I rifice to our Nation. ther tax amounts will not be taken from com- want to make mention to the fine I want to make special mention of bat-injured veterans in the future. ranking member of the committee that Senator BOOZMAN of Arkansas and Sen- As a member of the House Committee on we did reach out, certainly, to as many ator WARNER of Virginia who have Homeland Security since its establishment, staff on the Democrat side as we pos- sponsored an identical bill in the and current Ranking Member of the Judiciary sibly could. Perhaps we could have United States Senate. Their leadership Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and done a little bit better job of that, but on this issue has been absolutely crit- Homeland Security this bill is of importance to I do want to make mention that we did ical. I commend this legislation to my me. make that effort—a point duly noted, colleagues and encourage its passage. The DoD held an average of over $5,500 though—and we will follow up multiple Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I want to ac- from each of the veterans since 1991. times the next time I have a bill that knowledge the gentleman for his good That amount of money could help combat- I think the gentleman would be inter- effort and his thoughtful response to injured veterans with hospital bills and the dif- ested in. the point that I raised. ficult transition back into civilian life. Mr. Speaker, I filed H.R. 5015, the Of course, thanks to Chairman I am pleased that the DoD will also have to Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness BRADY, this is an example, again, in a submit a report on the number

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SHORT TITLE. fice of the General Counsel of USDA spect. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Prescribed determined that the Forest Service had It is only through the efforts and sacrifice of Burn Approval Act of 2016’’. done nothing out of line and claimed our veterans that America has the freedoms SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. no responsibility to those harmed by and privileges we do today. In this Act: this carelessness. This commonsense I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- (1) NATIONAL FIRE DANGER RATING SYS- piece of legislation that we are ad- TEM.—The term ‘‘national fire danger rating porting H.R. 5015. dressing today, simply put, would re- Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- system’’ means the national system used to provide a measure of fire danger according to quire the Forest Service to conduct er, I rise in strong support of H.R. 5015, a bill a range of low to moderate to high to very prescribed burns only when the na- that would improve the fairness of the tax high to extreme. tional fire rating system indicates that code and treat our service members with the (2) PRESCRIBED BURN.—The term ‘‘pre- it is safe to do so in that county and respect they are due. scribed burn’’ means a planned fire inten- contiguous counties. tionally ignited. Veterans who suffered combat-related inju- Furthermore, this bill will encourage (3) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ ries who separated from the military are not greater collaboration with local offi- supposed to be taxed on any one-time dis- means the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. cials, helping to mitigate more of the ability payments. Unfortunately, an accounting risk to private lands. error has cost about 14,000 veterans more SEC. 3. LIMITATIONS ON PRESCRIBED BURNS. than $78 million in taxes. Just under 500 of (a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in We all strive to be good neighbors subsection (b), the Secretary shall not au- these veterans are from my home state of Illi- and hope our neighbors will do the thorize a prescribed burn on Forest Service same. With passage, this bill gives nois. land if, for the county or contiguous county H.R. 5015 fixes this problem by instructing many neighbors to the Forest Service in which the land is located, the national fire additional certainty, and I urge your the DoD to identify those who were wrongfully danger rating system indicates an extreme taxed so that they can be reimbursed. The fire danger level. support. lion’s share of the affected veterans are out- (b) EXCEPTION.—The Secretary may au- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of side of the window for amending their tax re- thorize a prescribed burn under a condition my time. described in subsection (a) if the Secretary turns to recoup the funds. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, coordinates with the applicable State gov- Consequently, this bill would allow those COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, ernment and local fire officials. Washington, DC, December 1, 2016. veterans identified by the DoD to file amended (c) REPORT.—At the end of each fiscal year, returns to recoup these unintentionally-with- Hon. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a re- Chairman, Committee on Agriculture, held funds. This is a good bill that helps our port describing— Washington, DC. service members as we should. I hope that (1) the number and locations of prescribed DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: I write regarding S. burns during that fiscal year; and this chamber can engage in similar bipartisan 3395, the Prescribed Burn Approval Act of (2) each prescribed burn during that fiscal efforts to support other needy Americans as 2016. This bill contains provisions under the year that was authorized by the Secretary we move into the next Congress. jurisdiction of the Committee on Natural Re- pursuant to subsection (b). I am troubled that some stakeholders are sources. advocating that a 15 to 20 percent corporate The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I recognize and appreciate your desire to tax rate serve as the central metric by which ant to the rule, the gentleman from bring this bill before the House of Represent- we judge any tax reform effort. To achieve this Oklahoma (Mr. LUCAS) and the gen- atives in an expeditious manner, and accord- rate, middle- and low-income families and tleman from Minnesota (Mr. PETERSON) ingly, I will agree that the Committee on small businesses will have to subsidize the each will control 20 minutes. Natural Resources be discharged from fur- wealthiest corporations, foregoing critical cred- The Chair recognizes the gentleman ther consideration of the bill. I do so with from Oklahoma. the understanding that this action does not its and deductions that provide much needed affect the jurisdiction of the Committee on assistance. GENERAL LEAVE Natural Resources. I sincerely hope that we advance the intent Mr. LUCAS. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- I also ask that a copy of this letter and of this bill to help Americans in need as we imous consent that all Members have 5 your response be included in the Congres- consider tax reform next year. legislative days within which to revise sional Record during consideration of S. 3395 I strongly support H.R. 5015, and I urge my and extend their remarks and include on the House floor. colleagues to support its passage. extraneous material on the bill under Thank you for your work on this impor- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The consideration. tant issue, and I look forward to its enact- question is on the motion offered by The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ment soon. the gentleman from Texas (Mr. BRADY) objection to the request of the gen- Sincerely, that the House suspend the rules and tleman from Oklahoma? ROB BISHOP, Chairman, Committee on Natural Resources. pass the bill, H.R. 5015, as amended. There was no objection. The question was taken. b 1730 The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Mr. LUCAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- self such time as I may consume. Washington, DC, December 1, 2016. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Hon. ROB BISHOP, Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S. 3395, the Chairman, Committee on Natural Resources, on that I demand the yeas and nays. Prescribed Burn Approval Act of 2016. Washington, DC. The yeas and nays were ordered. Across much of the country, Forest DEAR CHAIRMAN BISHOP: I am writing con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Service land borders private lands that cerning S. 3395, the Prescribed Burn Ap- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- are essential to the livelihood of farm- proval Act of 2016. The bill was agreed to in ceedings on this motion will be post- ers, ranchers, and foresters. While the the Senate on November 17, 2016, and was re- poned. Forest Service is tasked with man- ferred in the House primarily to the Com- mittee on Agriculture, with an additional re- f aging these lands, many techniques are effective but carry risk. ferral to the Committee on Natural Re- sources. PRESCRIBED BURN APPROVAL On April 3, 2013, the Forest Service ACT OF 2016 conducted a controlled burn on the Da- I ask that you allow the Committee on Natural Resources to be discharged from fur- Mr. LUCAS. Mr. Speaker, I move to kota Prairie Grasslands intended for ther consideration of the bill so that it may suspend the rules and pass the bill (S. 130 acres. As weather conditions be scheduled by the Majority Leader. This 3395) to require limitations on pre- changed, the fire escaped its boundary discharge in no way affects your Commit- scribed burns. and burned 16,000 acres of private land. tee’s jurisdiction over the subject matter of

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Mr. Speaker, I move to pleased to include this letter and any re- of dollars of damage was done not only suspend the rules and pass the bill (S. sponse in Congressional Record to memori- to the land but to fences and families. 1635) to authorize the Department of alize our mutual understanding. Families were devastated. State for fiscal year 2016, and for other Thank you for your consideration and for Multiple firefighting units and per- purposes, as amended. your continued cooperation between our sonnel were put in harm’s way. This The Clerk read the title of the bill. committees. Sincerely, burn should not have occurred that day The text of the bill is as follows: K. MICHAEL CONAWAY, without the collaboration and addi- S. 1635 Chairman. tional precautions that such a burn Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Mr. PETERSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield will require. It should happen in con- resentatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, myself such time as I may consume. sultation with local officials and those Mr. Speaker, the Prescribed Burn Ap- who know the land best, those who live SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. on the land and work the land each and (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as proval Act of 2016, S. 3395, will help al- the ‘‘Department of State Authorities Act, leviate unintentional disasters when every day—local farmers and ranchers. Fiscal Year 2017’’. prescribed burns don’t go exactly as It only makes sense that the Forest (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- planned. This is commonsense legisla- Service has the responsibility to co- tents for this Act is as follows: tion, and I urge my colleagues to vote ordinate with local and State fire offi- Sec. 1. Short title; Table of contents. in support of it. cials in circumstances where the threat Sec. 2. Definitions. Prescribed burns are an important of wildfire is high. This bill is a step in TITLE I—EMBASSY SECURITY AND tool used by the Forest Service to help the right direction to make certain PERSONNEL PROTECTION manage our national forests and grass- that necessary precautions are taken. Subtitle A—Review and Planning Requirements lands. However, there is the risk of Furthermore, this bill would add damage to nearby private property Sec. 101. Designation of high risk, high transparency and a degree of account- threat posts. when prescribed burns get out of con- ability to the Forest Service’s actions Sec. 102. Contingency plans for high risk, trol, which happened, as was described by ensuring that Congress is aware of high threat posts. recently, in the upper Midwest. the prescribed burns that are done Sec. 103. Direct reporting. This bill will allow the Forest Serv- under hazardous conditions. Sec. 104. Accountability Review Board rec- ommendations related to unsat- ice to continue to use prescribed burns I would like to thank Senator THUNE while taking practical steps to prevent isfactory leadership. for his work on this bill and the chair- Subtitle B—Physical Security and Personnel disasters. S. 3395 prohibits the Forest man for bringing this bill forward. Service from utilizing prescribed burns Requirements I urge my colleagues to vote in favor. in areas of high fire risk, unless the Sec. 111. Capital security cost sharing pro- Mr. PETERSON. Mr. Speaker, I have gram. Forest Service coordinates with State Sec. 112. Local guard contracts abroad under governments and local officials. no further speakers, and I yield back the balance of my time. diplomatic security program. Having local officials and responders Sec. 113. Transfer authority. aware of activities can help them be Mr. LUCAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- Sec. 114. Security enhancements for soft tar- prepared and equipped to assist, if nec- self such time as I may consume. gets. essary. Frankly, this is something I It is worth noting that before there Sec. 115. Exemption from certain procure- were ever farmers and ranchers on the ment protest procedures for would hope the Forest Service is al- noncompetitive contracting in ready doing, but this bill is a good step. plains, before Coronado ever came up emergency circumstances. It will make sure that it happens in the from the south, or Lewis and Clark Sec. 116. Sense of Congress regarding min- future. crossed through the north, and even be- imum security standards for Again, I urge my colleagues to sup- fore our Native American friends first temporary United States diplo- port the bill. appeared in North America fire has matic and consular posts. I yield back the balance of my time. been an important management tool in Sec. 117. Assignment of personnel at high Mr. LUCAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 risk, high threat posts. the ecosystem of the Great Plains— Sec. 118. Annual report on embassy con- minutes to the gentlewoman from whether the northern plains where my struction costs. South Dakota (Mrs. NOEM), who not colleague, Mrs. NOEM, lives or the Sec. 119. Embassy security, construction, only understands these issues but lives southern plains where I live—an impor- and maintenance. these issues. tant tool. Maintaining the health of Subtitle C—Security Training Mrs. NOEM. Mr. Speaker, I thank the the grasslands, addressing the woody Sec. 121. Security training for personnel as- chairman for yielding to me today. plants that are invasive, this is an im- signed to high risk, high threat Mr. Speaker, today, I rise in support portant tool. posts. Sec. 122. Sense of Congress regarding lan- of S. 3395, the Prescribed Burn Ap- This is why today we rise together to proval Act. This is a commonsense bill guage requirements for diplo- ask for our colleagues to vote for this matic security personnel as- that will prohibit the U.S. Forest Serv- bill, to provide the ability for everyone ice from authorizing prescribed burns signed to high risk, high threat who occupies the plains to comfortably post. in an area that is labeled an extreme work together to use this tool to main- Subtitle D—Expansion of the Marine Corps fire danger except under circumstances tain the health of the Great Plains. Security Guard Detachment Program that have local coordination. Unfortu- Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my col- Sec. 131. Marine Corps Security Guard Pro- nately, we have seen instances where leagues to join us in passing the bill. gram. the Forest Service has acted recklessly I yield back the balance of my time. TITLE II—OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GEN- by starting prescribed burns under ex- ERAL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE tremely hazardous conditions. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The AND BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOV- The Pautre fire in South Dakota is question is on the motion offered by ERNORS one such example. Despite the hot and the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Sec. 201. Competitive hiring status for windy conditions and being warned re- LUCAS) that the House suspend the former employees of the Office peatedly from local ranchers and local rules and pass the bill, S. 3395. of the Special Inspector Gen- officials that it was too windy and too The question was taken; and (two- eral for Iraq Reconstruction. dry to be starting a controlled burn, thirds being in the affirmative) the Sec. 202. Certification of independence of in- rules were suspended and the bill was formation technology systems the Forest Service still carried out a of the Office of Inspector Gen- prescribed burn that was intended to passed. eral of the Department of State cover just 130 acres of dead crested A motion to reconsider was laid on and Broadcasting Board of Gov- wheatgrass. the table. ernors.

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Sec. 203. Protecting the integrity of internal Sec. 502. Passports made in the United (6) SECRETARY.—Unless otherwise specified, investigations. States. the term ‘‘Secretary’’ means the Secretary Sec. 204. Report on Inspector General in- TITLE VI—WESTERN HEMISPHERE DRUG of State. spection and auditing of For- POLICY COMMISSION TITLE I—EMBASSY SECURITY AND eign Service posts and bureaus Sec. 601. Establishment. PERSONNEL PROTECTION and other offices of the Depart- Sec. 602. Duties. ment. Subtitle A—Review and Planning Sec. 603. Membership. Sec. 205. Implementing GAO and OIG rec- Requirements Sec. 604. Powers. ommendations. SEC. 101. DESIGNATION OF HIGH RISK, HIGH Sec. 605. Staff. Sec. 206. Inspector General salary limita- THREAT POSTS. Sec. 606. Sunset. tions. (a) IN GENERAL.—Title I of the Omnibus TITLE VII—MISCELLANEOUS TITLE III—INTERNATIONAL Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act PROVISIONS ORGANIZATIONS of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4801 et seq.; relating to dip- Sec. 701. Foreign relations exchange pro- lomatic security) is amended by inserting Sec. 301. Oversight of and accountability for after section 103 the following new sections: peacekeeper abuses. grams. Sec. 302. Reimbursement of contributing Sec. 702. United States Advisory Commis- ‘‘SEC. 104. DESIGNATION OF HIGH RISK, HIGH THREAT POSTS. countries. sion on Public Diplomacy. ‘‘(a) INITIAL DESIGNATION.—Not later than Sec. 303. Withholding of assistance. Sec. 703. Broadcasting Board of Governors. 30 days after the date of the enactment of Sec. 304. United Nations peacekeeping as- Sec. 704. Rewards for Justice. this section, the Department of State shall sessment formula. Sec. 705. Extension of period for reimburse- submit to the appropriate congressional Sec. 305. Reimbursement or application of ment of seized commercial fish- committees a report, in classified form, that credits. ermen. Sec. 306. Report on United States contribu- Sec. 706. Expansion of the Charles B. Rangel contains a list of diplomatic and consular tions to the United Nations re- International Affairs Program, posts designated as high risk, high threat lating to peacekeeping oper- the Thomas R. Pickering For- posts. ations. eign Affairs Fellowship Pro- ‘‘(b) DESIGNATIONS BEFORE OPENING OR RE- Sec. 307. Whistleblower protections for gram, and the Donald M. Payne OPENING POSTS.—Before opening or reopening United Nations personnel. International Development Fel- a diplomatic or consular post, the Secretary Sec. 308. Encouraging employment of United lowship Program. shall determine if such post should be des- States citizens at the United Sec. 707. GAO report on Department critical ignated as a high risk, high threat post. Nations. telecommunications equipment ‘‘(c) DESIGNATING EXISTING POSTS.—The Sec. 309. Statement of policy on Member or services obtained from sup- Secretary shall regularly review existing State’s voting practices at the pliers closely linked to a lead- diplomatic and consular posts to determine United Nations. ing cyber-threat actor. if any such post should be designated as a Sec. 310. Qualifications of the United Na- Sec. 708. Implementation plan for informa- high risk, high threat post if conditions at tions Secretary General. tion technology and knowledge such post or the surrounding security envi- Sec. 311. Policy regarding the United Na- management. ronment require such a designation. tions Human Rights Council. Sec. 709. Ransoms to foreign terrorist orga- ‘‘(d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: Sec. 312. Additional report on other United nizations. ‘‘(1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- States contributions to the Sec. 710. Strategy to combat terrorist use of TEES.—The term ‘appropriate congressional United Nations. social media. committees’ means the Committee on For- Sec. 313. Comparative report on peace- Sec. 711. Report on Department information eign Affairs of the House of Representatives keeping operations. technology acquisition prac- and the Committee on Foreign Relations of tices. the Senate. TITLE IV—PERSONNEL AND Sec. 712. Public availability of reports on ‘‘(2) HIGH RISK, HIGH THREAT POST.—The ORGANIZATIONAL ISSUES nominees to be chiefs of mis- term ‘high risk, high threat post’ means a Sec. 401. Locally-employed staff wages. sion. United States diplomatic or consular post or Sec. 402. Expansion of civil service opportu- Sec. 713. Recruitment and retention of indi- other United States mission abroad, as de- nities. viduals who have lived, worked, termined by the Secretary, that, among Sec. 403. Promotion to the Senior Foreign or studied in predominantly other factors— Service. Muslim countries or commu- ‘‘(A) is located in a country— Sec. 404. Lateral entry into the Foreign nities. ‘‘(i) with high to critical levels of political Service. Sec. 714. Sense of Congress regarding cov- violence and terrorism; and Sec. 405. Reemployment of annuitants and erage of appropriate therapies ‘‘(ii) the government of which lacks the workforce rightsizing. for dependents with autism ability or willingness to provide adequate se- Sec. 406. Integration of foreign economic spectrum disorder (ASD). curity; and policy. Sec. 715. Repeal of obsolete reports. ‘‘(B) has mission physical security plat- Sec. 407. Training support services. Sec. 716. Prohibition on additional funding. forms that fall below the Department of Sec. 408. Special agents. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. State’s established standards. Sec. 409. Limited appointments in the For- In this Act: ‘‘SEC. 105. BRIEFINGS ON EMBASSY SECURITY. eign Service. (1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- ‘‘(a) BRIEFING.—The Secretary shall pro- Sec. 410. Report on diversity recruitment, TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional vide monthly briefings to the appropriate employment, retention, and committees’’ means— congressional committees on— promotion. (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations of ‘‘(1) any plans to open or reopen a high Sec. 411. Market data for cost-of-living ad- the Senate; and risk, high threat post, including— justments. (B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of ‘‘(A) the importance and appropriateness of Sec. 412. Technical amendment to Federal the House of Representatives. the objectives of the proposed post to the na- Workforce Flexibility Act. (2) DEPARTMENT.—Unless otherwise speci- tional security of the United States, and the Sec. 413. Retention of mid- and senior-level fied, the term ‘‘Department’’ means the De- type and level of security threats such post professionals from traditionally partment of State. could encounter; under-represented minority (3) FOREIGN SERVICE.—The term ‘‘Foreign ‘‘(B) working plans to expedite the ap- groups. Service’’ has the meaning given such term in proval and funding for establishing and oper- Sec. 414. Employee assignment restrictions. section 102 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 ating such post, implementing physical secu- Sec. 415. Security clearance suspensions. (22 U.S.C. 3902). rity measures, providing necessary security Sec. 416. Sense of Congress on the integra- (4) INSPECTOR GENERAL.—Unless otherwise and management personnel, and the provi- tion of policies related to the specified, the term ‘‘Inspector General’’ sion of necessary equipment; participation of women in pre- means the Office of Inspector General of the ‘‘(C) security ‘tripwires’ that would deter- venting and resolving conflicts. Department of State and the Broadcasting mine specific action, including enhanced se- Sec. 417. Foreign Service families workforce Board of Governors. curity measures or evacuation of such post, study. (5) PEACEKEEPING CREDITS.—The term based on the improvement or deterioration Sec. 418. Special envoys, representatives, ad- ‘‘peacekeeping credits’’ means the amounts of the local security environment; and visors, and coordinators of the by which United States assessed peace- ‘‘(D) in coordination with the Secretary of Department. keeping contributions exceed actual expendi- Defense, an evaluation of available United Sec. 419. Combating anti-Semitism. tures, apportioned to the United States, of States military assets and operational plans TITLE V—CONSULAR AUTHORITIES peacekeeping operations by the United Na- to respond to such posts in extremis; Sec. 501. Codification of enhanced consular tions during a United Nations peacekeeping ‘‘(2) personnel staffing and rotation cycles immunities. fiscal year. at high risk, high threat posts;

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Committee on Appropriations of the Senate ‘‘(1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Subtitle B—Physical Security and Personnel and the Committee on Foreign Affairs and Committee on Armed Services, the Perma- Requirements the Committee on Appropriations of the nent Select Committee on Intelligence, and House of Representatives. Any such notifica- SEC. 111. CAPITAL SECURITY COST SHARING tion shall include a description of the par- the Committee on Appropriations of the PROGRAM. House of Representatives; and ticular security need necessitating the trans- (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS ON THE CAPITAL SE- ‘‘(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, fer at issue.’’. CURITY COST SHARING PROGRAM.—It is the the Committee on Armed Services, the Se- sense of Congress that the Capital Security SEC. 114. SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS FOR SOFT TARGETS. lect Committee on Intelligence, and the Cost Sharing Program should prioritize the Section 29 of the State Department Basic Committee on Appropriations of the Sen- construction of new facilities and the main- Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2701) is ate.’’. tenance of existing facilities at high risk, amended, in the third sentence, by inserting (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The table of high threat posts. ‘‘physical security enhancements and’’ after contents of the Omnibus Diplomatic Secu- (b) RESTRICTION ON CONSTRUCTION OF OF- ‘‘may include’’. rity and Antiterrorism Act of 1986 is amend- FICE SPACE.—Paragraph (2) of section 604(e) ed by inserting after the item relating to of the Secure Embassy Construction and SEC. 115. EXEMPTION FROM CERTAIN PROCURE- section 103 the following new items: Counterterrorism Act of 1999 (title VI of divi- MENT PROTEST PROCEDURES FOR ‘‘Sec. 104. Designation of high risk, high NONCOMPETITIVE CONTRACTING IN sion A of H.R. 3427, as enacted into law by EMERGENCY CIRCUMSTANCES. threat posts. section 1000(a)(7) of Public Law 106–113; 113 A determination by the Department to use ‘‘Sec. 105. Briefings on embassy security.’’. Stat. 1501A-453; 22 U.S.C. 4865 note) is amend- procedures other than competitive proce- SEC. 102. CONTINGENCY PLANS FOR HIGH RISK, ed by adding at the end the following new dures under section 3304 of title 41, United HIGH THREAT POSTS. sentence: ‘‘A project to construct a diplo- States Code, in order to meet emergency se- Subsection (a) of section 606 of the Secure matic facility of the United States may not curity requirements, as determined by the Embassy Construction and Counterterrorism include office space or other accommoda- Secretary or the Secretary’s designee, in- Act of 1999 (22 U.S.C. 4865; relating to diplo- tions for an employee of a Federal depart- cluding physical security upgrades, protec- matic security) is amended— ment or agency to the extent that the Sec- tive equipment, and other immediate threat (1) in paragraph (1)(A), in the first sen- retary of State determines that such depart- mitigation projects, shall not be subject to tence— ment or agency has not provided to the De- challenge by protest under either subchapter (A) by inserting ‘‘and from complex at- partment of State the full amount of funding V of chapter 35 of title 31, United States tacks (as such term is defined in section 416 required under paragraph (1), notwith- Code, or section 1491 of title 28, United of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and standing any authorization and appropria- States Code. Antiterrorism Act of 1986),’’ after ‘‘attacks tion of relevant funds by Congress.’’. from vehicles’’; and SEC. 116. SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING MIN- SEC. 112. LOCAL GUARD CONTRACTS ABROAD IMUM SECURITY STANDARDS FOR (B) by inserting ‘‘or such a complex at- UNDER DIPLOMATIC SECURITY PRO- TEMPORARY UNITED STATES DIPLO- tack’’ before the period at the end; GRAM. MATIC AND CONSULAR POSTS. (2) in paragraph (7), by inserting before the Section 136 of the Foreign Relations Au- It is the sense of Congress that— period at the end the following: ‘‘, including thorization Act, Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991 (1) the Overseas Security Policy Board’s at high risk, high threat posts (as such term (22 U.S.C. 4864) is amended by adding at the security standards for facilities should apply is defined in section 104 of the Omnibus Dip- end the following new subsection: to all facilities consistent with 12 FAM 311.2; lomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of ‘‘(h) AWARD OF LOCAL GUARD AND PROTEC- and 1986), including options for the deployment TIVE SERVICE CONTRACTS.—In evaluating pro- (2) such facilities should comply with re- of additional military personnel or equip- posals for local guard contracts under this quirements for attaining a waiver or excep- ment to bolster security and rapid deploy- section, the Secretary of State may award tion to applicable standards if it is in the na- ment of armed or surveillance assets in re- such contracts on the basis of best value as tional interest of the United States. sponse to an attack’’. determined by a cost-technical tradeoff anal- SEC. 117. ASSIGNMENT OF PERSONNEL AT HIGH SEC. 103. DIRECT REPORTING. ysis (as described in Federal Acquisition RISK, HIGH THREAT POSTS. The Assistant Secretary for Diplomatic Se- Regulation part 15.101) and, with respect to The Secretary to the extent practicable curity shall report directly to the Secretary, such contracts for posts that are not high shall station key personnel for sustained pe- without being required to obtain the ap- risk, high threat posts (as such term is de- riods of time at high risk, high threat posts proval or concurrence of any other official of fined in section 104 of the Omnibus Diplo- (as such term is defined in section 104 of the the Department, as threats and cir- matic Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986 Omnibus Diplomatic Security and cumstances require. (22 U.S.C. 4801 et seq.; relating to diplomatic Antiterrorism Act of 1986, as added by sec- SEC. 104. ACCOUNTABILITY REVIEW BOARD REC- security)), subject to congressional notifica- tion 401 of this Act) in order to— OMMENDATIONS RELATED TO UN- tion 15-days prior to any such award.’’. (1) establish institutional knowledge and SATISFACTORY LEADERSHIP. SEC. 113. TRANSFER AUTHORITY. situational awareness that would allow for a (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (c) of section Section 4 of the Foreign Service Buildings fuller familiarization of the local political 304 of the Diplomatic Security Act (22 U.S.C. Act, 1926 (22 U.S.C. 295) is amended by adding and security environment in which such 4834) is amended— at the end the following new subsection: posts are located; and

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(2) ensure that necessary security proce- ‘‘(c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The requirements of should prepare personnel described in such dures are implemented. this section shall take effect upon the date subsection to— SEC. 118. ANNUAL REPORT ON EMBASSY CON- of the enactment of this section. (1) speak the language at issue with suffi- STRUCTION COSTS. ‘‘(d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section and sec- cient structural accuracy and vocabulary to (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days tion 417: participate effectively in most formal and after the date of the enactment of this Act ‘‘(1) COMPLEX ATTACK.—The term ‘complex informal conversations on subjects germane and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall attack’ has the meaning given such term by to security; and submit to the appropriate congressional the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, as (2) read within an adequate range of speed committees a comprehensive report regard- follows: ‘An attack conducted by multiple and with almost complete comprehension on ing all ongoing embassy construction hostile elements which employ at least two subjects germane to security. projects and major embassy security upgrade distinct classes of weapon systems (i.e., indi- Subtitle D—Expansion of the Marine Corps projects. rect fire and direct fire, improvised explosive Security Guard Detachment Program (b) CONTENTS.—Each report required under devices, and surface to air fire).’. SEC. 131. MARINE CORPS SECURITY GUARD PRO- subsection (a) shall include the following ‘‘(2) HIGH RISK, HIGH THREAT POST.—The GRAM. with respect to each ongoing embassy con- term ‘high risk, high threat post’ has the (a) IN GENERAL.—Pursuant to the responsi- struction projects and major embassy secu- meaning given such term in section 104. bility of the Secretary for diplomatic secu- rity upgrade projects: ‘‘SEC. 417. SECURITY MANAGEMENT TRAINING rity under section 103 of the Diplomatic Se- (1) The initial cost estimate. FOR OFFICIALS ASSIGNED TO A curity Act (22 U.S.C. 4802; enacted as part of (2) The amount expended on the project to HIGH RISK, HIGH THREAT POST. the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and date. ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Officials described in Antiterrorism Act of 1986 (Public Law 99- (3) The projected timeline for completing subsection (c) who are assigned to a high 399)), the Secretary, in consultation with the the project. risk, high threat post shall receive security Secretary of Defense, shall conduct an an- (4) Any cost overruns incurred by the training described in subsection (b) on a nual review of the Marine Corps Security project. mandatory basis in order to improve the Guard Program, including the following: (c) INITIAL REPORT.—The first report re- ability of such officials to make security-re- (1) An evaluation of whether the size and quired under subsection (a) shall include an lated management decisions. composition of the Marine Corps Security annex regarding all embassy construction ‘‘(b) SECURITY TRAINING DESCRIBED.—Secu- Guard Program is adequate to meet global projects and major embassy security upgrade rity training referred to in subsection (a) diplomatic security requirements. projects completed during the 10-year period may include— (2) An assessment of whether the Marine ending on the date of the enactment of this ‘‘(1) development of skills to better evalu- Corps security guards are appropriately de- Act, including, for each such project, the fol- ate threats; ployed among United States embassies, con- lowing: ‘‘(2) effective use of security resources to sulates, and other diplomatic facilities to re- (1) The initial cost estimate. mitigate such threats; and spond to evolving security developments and (2) The amount actually expended on the ‘‘(3) improved familiarity of available secu- potential threats to United States interests project. rity resources. abroad. (3) Any additional time required to com- ‘‘(c) OFFICIALS DESCRIBED.—Officials re- (3) An assessment of the mission objectives plete the project beyond the initial timeline. ferred to in subsection (a) are the following: of the Marine Corps Security Guard Program (4) Any cost overruns incurred by the ‘‘(1) Members of the Senior Foreign Service and the procedural rules of engagement to project. appointed under section 302(a)(1) or 303 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. protect diplomatic personnel under the Pro- SEC. 119. EMBASSY SECURITY, CONSTRUCTION, gram. AND MAINTENANCE. 3942(a)(1) and 3943) or members of the Senior (b) REPORTING REQUIREMENT.—Not later Section 1 of the Foreign Service Buildings Executive Service (as such term is described than 180 days after the date of the enactment Act, 1926 (22 U.S.C. 292), is amended by add- in section 3132(a)(2) of title 5, United States of this Act and annually thereafter for three ing at the end the following new subsection: Code). years, the Secretary, in consultation with ‘‘(c) AUTHORIZATION FOR IMPROVEMENTS AND ‘‘(2) Foreign Service officers appointed the Secretary of Defense, shall submit to the CONSTRUCTION.—The Secretary of State may under section 302(a)(1) of the Foreign Service Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Com- improve or construct facilities overseas for Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3942(a)(1)) holding a po- mittee on Armed Services, and the Com- other Federal departments and agencies on sition in classes FS-1 or FS-2. mittee on Appropriations of the House of an advance-of-funds or reimbursable basis if ‘‘(3) Foreign Service Specialists appointed Representatives and the Committee on For- such advances or reimbursements are cred- by the Secretary under section 303 of the eign Relations, the Committee on Armed ited to the Embassy Security, Construction, Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3943) Services, and the Committee on Appropria- and Maintenance account and remain avail- holding a position in classes FS-1 or FS-2. tions of the Senate an unclassified report, able until expended.’’. ‘‘(4) Individuals holding a position in grades GS-14 or GS-15. with a classified annex as necessary, that ad- Subtitle C—Security Training ‘‘(5) Personal services contractors and dresses the requirements specified in sub- SEC. 121. SECURITY TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL other contractors serving in positions or ca- section (a). ASSIGNED TO HIGH RISK, HIGH pacities similar to the officials described in TITLE II—OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GEN- THREAT POSTS. paragraphs (1) through (4). ERAL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE (a) IN GENERAL.—Title IV of the Omnibus ‘‘(d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The requirements AND BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOV- Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of this section shall take effect beginning on ERNORS of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4851 et seq.; relating to dip- the date that is one year after the date of the SEC. 201. COMPETITIVE HIRING STATUS FOR lomatic security) is amended by adding at enactment of this section.’’. the end the following new sections: FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE OF- (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The table of FICE OF THE SPECIAL INSPECTOR ‘‘SEC. 416. SECURITY TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL contents of the Omnibus Diplomatic Secu- GENERAL FOR IRAQ RECONSTRUC- ASSIGNED TO A HIGH RISK, HIGH rity and Antiterrorism Act of 1986 is amend- TION. THREAT POST. ed by inserting after the item relating to Notwithstanding any other provision of ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Individuals assigned section 415 the following new items: law, any employee of the Office of the Spe- permanently to or who are in long-term tem- ‘‘Sec. 416. Security training for personnel cial Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruc- porary duty status as designated by the Sec- assigned to a high risk, high tion who completes at least 12 months of retary of State at a high risk, high threat threat post. continuous employment within the Office at post shall receive security training described ‘‘Sec. 417. Security management training for any time prior to October 5, 2013, and was in subsection (b) on a mandatory basis in officials assigned to a high risk, not terminated for cause shall acquire com- order to prepare such individuals for living high threat post.’’. petitive status for appointment to any posi- and working at such posts. SEC. 122. SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING LAN- tion in the competitive service for which the ‘‘(b) SECURITY TRAINING DESCRIBED.—Secu- GUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR DIPLO- employee possesses the required qualifica- rity training referred to in subsection (a)— MATIC SECURITY PERSONNEL AS- tions. ‘‘(1) is training to improve basic knowledge SIGNED TO HIGH RISK, HIGH and skills; and SEC. 202. CERTIFICATION OF INDEPENDENCE OF THREAT POST. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYS- ‘‘(2) may include— (a) IN GENERAL.—It is the sense of Congress TEMS OF THE OFFICE OF INSPEC- ‘‘(A) an ability to recognize, avoid, and re- that diplomatic security personnel assigned TOR GENERAL OF THE DEPART- spond to potential terrorist situations, in- permanently to or who are in long-term tem- MENT OF STATE AND BROAD- cluding a complex attack; porary duty status as designated by the Sec- CASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS. ‘‘(B) conducting surveillance detection; retary at a high risk, high threat post should Not later than one year after the date of ‘‘(C) providing emergency medical care; receive language training described in sub- the enactment of this Act and annually ‘‘(D) ability to detect the presence of im- section (b) in order to prepare such personnel thereafter for four years, the Secretary shall provised explosive devices; for duty requirements at such post. submit to the appropriate congressional ‘‘(E) minimal firearms familiarization; and (b) LANGUAGE TRAINING DESCRIBED.—Lan- committees, with respect to the network, in- ‘‘(F) defensive driving maneuvers. guage training referred to in subsection (a) formation systems, and files of the Office of

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.018 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7164 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 Inspector General of the Department and committees detailing the rationale for not (4) The creation of a United Nations Secu- Broadcasting Board of Governors managed implementing recommendations made by the rity Council ombudsman office that— by the Department, a certification that the GAO and OIG related to embassy security or (A) is authorized to conduct ongoing over- Department has ensured the integrity and those that may yield significant cost savings sight of peacekeeping operations; independence of such network, information to the Department, if implemented. (B) reports directly to the Security Council systems, and files, including the prevention SEC. 206. INSPECTOR GENERAL SALARY LIMITA- on— of access to such network, information sys- TIONS. (i) offenses committed by peacekeeping tems, and files other than as authorized by Section 412 of the Foreign Service Act of personnel or United Nations civilian staff or the Inspector General or the Attorney Gen- 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3972) is amended by inserting volunteers; and after subsection (a) the following new sub- eral, or, for purposes of ensuring information (ii) the actions taken in response to such and systems security pursuant to applicable section: ‘‘(b) The Inspector General of the United offenses; and statute, the Chief Information Officer of the (C) provides reports to the Security Coun- Department. States Agency for International Develop- ment (USAID) shall limit the payment of cil on the conduct of personnel in each SEC. 203. PROTECTING THE INTEGRITY OF IN- special differentials to USAID Foreign Serv- peacekeeping operation not less frequently TERNAL INVESTIGATIONS. than annually and before the expiration or Subsection (c) of section 209 of the Foreign ice criminal investigators to levels at which renewal of the mandate of any such peace- Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3929) is amend- the aggregate of basic pay and special dif- keeping operation. ed by adding at the end the following new ferential for any pay period would equal, for such criminal investigators, the bi-weekly (5) The provision of guidance from the paragraph: pay limitations on premium pay regularly United Nations on the establishment of a ‘‘(6) REQUIRED REPORTING OF ALLEGATIONS placed on other criminal investigators with- standing claims commission for each peace- AND INVESTIGATIONS AND INSPECTOR GENERAL in the Federal law enforcement community. keeping operation— AUTHORITY.— This provision shall be retroactive to Janu- (A) to address any grievances by a host ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The head of a bureau, ary 1, 2013.’’. post, or other office of the Department of country’s civilian population against United State (in this paragraph referred to as a ‘De- TITLE III—INTERNATIONAL Nations personnel in cases of alleged abuses partment entity’) shall submit to the Inspec- ORGANIZATIONS by peacekeeping personnel; and tor General a report of any allegation of— SEC. 301. OVERSIGHT OF AND ACCOUNTABILITY (B) to provide means for the government of ‘‘(i) waste, fraud, or abuse in a Department FOR PEACEKEEPER ABUSES. the country of which culpable United Na- program or operation; (a) STRATEGY TO ENSURE REFORM AND AC- tions peacekeeping or civilian personnel are ‘‘(ii) criminal or serious misconduct on the COUNTABILITY.—Not later than 180 days after nationals to compensate the victims of such part of a Department employee at the FS-1, the date of the enactment of this Act, the crimes. GS-15, or GM-15 level or higher; Secretary shall submit, in unclassified form, (6) The adoption of a United Nations policy ‘‘(iii) criminal misconduct on the part of a to the appropriate congressional commit- and plan that increases the number of troop- Department employee; and tees— or police-contributing countries that— ‘‘(iv) serious, noncriminal misconduct on (1) a United States strategy for combating (A) obtain and maintain DNA samples from the part of any Department employee who is sexual exploitation and abuse in United Na- each national of such country who is a mem- authorized to carry a weapon, make arrests, tions peacekeeping operations; and ber of a United Nations military contingent or conduct searches, such as conduct that, if (2) an implementation plan for achieving or formed police unit, consistent with na- proved, would constitute perjury or material the objectives set forth in the strategy de- tional laws, of such contingent or unit; and dishonesty, warrant suspension as discipline scribed in paragraph (1). (B) make such DNA samples available to (b) OBJECTIVES.—The objectives of the for a first offense, or result in loss of law en- investigators from the troop- or police con- strategy required under subsection (a) shall forcement authority. tributing country (except that such should be the following: ‘‘(B) DEADLINE.—The head of a Department not be made available to the United Nations) (1) To dramatically reduce the incidence of entity shall submit to the Inspector General if allegations of sexual exploitation or abuse sexual exploitation and abuse committed by a report of an allegation described in sub- arise. civilian and military personnel assigned to paragraph (A) not later than five business (7) The adoption of a United Nations policy United Nations peacekeeping operations. days after the date on which the head of such (2) To ensure the introduction and imple- that bars troop- or police-contributing coun- Department entity is made aware of such al- mentation by the United Nations of im- tries that fail to fulfill their obligation to legation.’’. proved training, oversight, and account- ensure good order and discipline among their SEC. 204. REPORT ON INSPECTOR GENERAL IN- ability mechanisms for United Nations troops from providing any further troops for SPECTION AND AUDITING OF FOR- peace operations or restricts peacekeeper re- EIGN SERVICE POSTS AND BUREAUS peacekeeping operations and the personnel involved with such operations. imbursements to such countries until appro- AND OTHER OFFICES OF THE DE- priate training, institutional reform, and PARTMENT. (3) To ensure swift justice for any such per- oversight mechanisms to prevent such prob- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days sonnel who are found to have committed sex- after the date of the enactment of this Act, ual exploitation or abuse. lems from recurring have been put in place. the Inspector General shall submit to the ap- (4) To assist the United Nations and troop- (8) The implementation of appropriate risk propriate congressional committees a report or police-contributing countries, as nec- reduction policies, including refusal by the on the requirement under section 209(a)(1) of essary and appropriate, to improve their United Nations to deploy uniformed per- the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. ability to prevent, identify, and prosecute sonnel from any troop- or police-contrib- 3929(a)(1)) that the Inspector General inspect sexual exploitation or abuse by personnel in- uting country that does not adequately— and audit, at least every five years, the ad- volved in peacekeeping operations. (A) investigate allegations of sexual ex- ministration of activities and operations of (c) ELEMENTS.—The strategy required ploitation or abuse involving nationals of each Foreign Service post and each bureau under subsection (a) shall include the fol- such country; and or other office of the Department. lowing elements and objectives: (B) ensure justice for those personnel de- (b) CONSIDERATION OF MULTI-TIER SYS- (1) The amendment of the model memo- termined to have been responsible for such TEM.—The report required under subsection randum of understanding and review of all sexual exploitation or abuse. (a) shall assess the advisability and feasi- current memorandums of understanding for (d) IMPLEMENTATION.—The United States bility of implementing a multi-tier system troop- or police-contributing countries par- Permanent Representative to the United Na- ticipating in United Nations peacekeeping for inspecting Foreign Service posts and bu- tions shall use the voice, vote, and influence reaus and other offices of the Department operations to strengthen provisions relating of the United States at the United Nations to under section 209(a)(1) of the Foreign Service to the investigation, repatriation, prosecu- Act of 1980 featuring more or less frequent tion, and discipline of troops or police that advance the objectives of the strategy re- inspections and audits based on risk, includ- are credibly alleged to have engaged in cases quired by subsection (a). ing security risk, as may be determined by of misconduct. (e) PEACEKEEPING TRAINING.—The United the Inspector General. (2) The establishment of onsite courts-mar- States should deny further United States SEC. 205. IMPLEMENTING GAO AND OIG REC- tial, as appropriate, for the prosecution of peacekeeper training or related assistance, crimes committed by military peacekeeping OMMENDATIONS. except for training specifically designed to (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of personnel, that is consistent with each reduce the incidence of sexual exploitation Congress that the Department has not imple- peacekeeping operations’ status of forces mented all of the recommendations made by agreement with its host country. or abuse, or to assist in its identification or the Government Accountability Office (GAO) (3) The exploration of appropriate arrange- prosecution, to any troop- or police-contrib- and the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) ments to waive the immunity of civilian em- uting country that does not— related to embassy security and that some ployees of the United Nations and its special- (1) implement and maintain effective recommendations may yield potentially sig- ized agencies, funds, and programs to enable measures to enhance the discovery of sexual nificant cost savings to the Department. the prosecution of such employees who are exploitation and abuse offenses committed (b) BRIEFING.—The Secretary shall provide credibly alleged to have engaged in sexual by peacekeeping personnel who are nationals a briefing to the appropriate congressional exploitation, abuse, or other crimes. of such country;

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REPORT ON UNITED STATES CONTRIBU- integrity established by the United Nations, nationals of such country and such country’s TIONS TO THE UNITED NATIONS RE- including such standards specified in United responses to such offenses. LATING TO PEACEKEEPING OPER- Nations Codes of Conduct and Codes of Eth- ATIONS. (f) ASSISTANCE.—The United States should ics, or whose conduct, with respect to pre- (a) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (1) of section develop support mechanisms to assist troop- venting sexual exploitation and abuse by 4(c) of the United Nations Participation Act or police-contributing countries, as nec- United Nations peacekeepers, has resulted in of 1945 (22 U.S.C. 287b(c)) is amended— essary and appropriate— the erosion of public confidence in the (1) by amending subparagraph (A) to read (1) to improve their capacity to investigate United Nations; as follows: (2) ensure that best practices with regard allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse ‘‘(A) A description of all assistance from offenses committed by nationals of such to whistleblower protections are extended to the United States to the United Nations to all personnel serving the United Nations or countries while participating in a United Na- support peacekeeping operations that— tions peacekeeping operation; and serving any United Nations agency, program, ‘‘(i) was provided during the previous fiscal commission, or fund, especially personnel (2) to appropriately hold accountable any year; individual who commits an act of sexual ex- participating in United Nations peace- ‘‘(ii) is expected to be provided during the keeping operations, United Nations police of- ploitation or abuse. fiscal year or (g) HUMAN RIGHTS REPORTING.—In coordi- ficers, United Nations staff, contractors, and ‘‘(iii) is included in the annual budget re- victims of misconduct, wrongdoing, or crimi- nation with the ombudsman described in quest to Congress for the forthcoming fiscal subsection (c)(4) (or other appropriate United nal behavior involving United Nations per- year.’’; sonnel; Nations official), the Secretary shall iden- (2) by amending subparagraph (D) to read tify, in the Department’s annual country re- (3) ensure that the United Nations imple- as follows: ments protective measures for whistle- ports on human rights practices, the coun- ‘‘(D) For assessed or voluntary contribu- tries of origin of any peacekeeping personnel blowers who report significant allegations of tions described in subparagraph (B)(iii) or misconduct, wrongdoing, or criminal behav- or units that— (C)(iii) that exceed $100,000 in value, includ- (1) are characterized by noteworthy pat- ior by personnel serving the United Nations ing in-kind contributions— or serving any United Nations agency, pro- terns of sexual exploitation or abuse; or ‘‘(i) the total amount or estimated value of (2) have failed to institute appropriate in- gram, commission, or fund, especially per- all such contributions to the United Nations sonnel participating in United Nations stitutional and procedural reforms after and to each of its affiliated agencies and re- being made aware of any such patterns. peacekeeping operations, United Nations lated bodies; staff, or contractors, specifically by imple- SEC. 302. REIMBURSEMENT OF CONTRIBUTING ‘‘(ii) the nature and estimated total value menting best practices for the protection of COUNTRIES. of all in-kind contributions in support of such whistleblowers from retaliation, includ- It is the policy of the United States that— United Nations peacekeeping operations and ing— (1) the present formula for determining the other international peacekeeping operations, (A) protection against retaliation for inter- troop reimbursement rate paid to troop- and including— nal and lawful public disclosures; police-contributing countries for United Na- ‘‘(I) logistics; (B) legal burdens of proof; tions peacekeeping operations should be ‘‘(II) airlift; (C) statutes of limitation for reporting re- clearly explained and made available to the ‘‘(III) arms and materiel; taliation; public on the United Nations Department of ‘‘(IV) nonmilitary technology and equip- (D) access to independent adjudicative bod- Peacekeeping Operations website; ment; ies, including external arbitration; and (2) regular audits of the nationally-deter- ‘‘(V) personnel; and (E) results that eliminate the effects of mined pay and benefits given to personnel ‘‘(VI) training; proven retaliation; from troop- and police-contributing coun- ‘‘(iii) the approximate percentage of all (4) insist that the United Nations provides tries participating in United Nations peace- such contributions to the United Nations and adequate redress to any whistleblower who keeping operations should be conducted to to each such agency or body when compared has suffered from retribution in violation of help inform the reimbursement rate referred with all contributions to the United Nations the protective measures specified in para- to in paragraph (1); and and to each such agency or body from any graph (3), including reinstatement to any po- (3) the survey mechanism developed by the source; and sition from which such whistleblower was United Nations Secretary General’s Senior ‘‘(iv) for each such United States Govern- wrongfully removed, or reassignment to a Advisory Group on Peacekeeping Operations ment contribution to the United Nations and comparable position at the same level of for collecting troop- and police-contributing to each such agency or body— pay, plus any compensation for any arrear- country data on common and extraordinary ‘‘(I) the amount or value of the contribu- age in salary to which such whistleblower expenses associated with deploying per- tion; would have otherwise been entitled but for sonnel to peacekeeping operations should be ‘‘(II) a description of the contribution, in- the wrongful retribution; coordinated with the audits described in cluding whether it is an assessed or vol- (5) call for public disclosure of the number untary contribution; paragraph (2) to ensure proper oversight and and general description of— ‘‘(III) the purpose of the contribution; accountability. (A) complaints submitted to the United ‘‘(IV) the department or agency of the SEC. 303. WITHHOLDING OF ASSISTANCE. Nations’ Ethics Office, local Conduct and United States Government responsible for It is the policy of the United States that Discipline teams, or other entity designated the contribution; and security assistance should not be provided to to receive complaints from whistleblowers; ‘‘(V) the United Nations or United Nations any unit of the security forces of a foreign (B) determinations that probable cause ex- affiliated agency or related body that re- country if such unit has engaged in a gross ists to conduct an investigation, and speci- ceived the contribution.’’; and violation of human rights or in acts of sexual fication of the entity conducting such inves- (3) by adding at the end the following new exploitation or abuse, including while serv- tigation, including the Office of Internal subparagraph: ing in a United Nations peacekeeping oper- ‘‘(E) The report required under this sub- Oversight Services, the Office of Audit and ation. section shall be submitted in unclassified Investigations (for UNDP), the Office of In- SEC. 304. UNITED NATIONS PEACEKEEPING AS- form, but may include a classified annex.’’. ternal Audit (for UNICEF), and the Inspector SESSMENT FORMULA. (b) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION.— General’s Office (for UNHCR); The Secretary shall direct the United Not later than 14 days after submitting each (C) dispositions of such investigations, in- States Permanent Representative to the report under section 4(c) of the United Na- cluding dismissal and referral for adjudica- United Nations to use the voice, vote, and in- tions Participation Act of 1945 (22 U.S.C. tion, specifying the adjudicating entity, such fluence of the United States at the United 287b(c)), the Director of the Office of Man- as the United Nations Dispute Tribunal; and Nations to urge the United Nations to share agement and Budget shall post a text-based, (D) results of adjudication, including dis- the raw data used to calculate Member State searchable version of any unclassified infor- ciplinary measures proscribed and whether peacekeeping assessment rates and to make mation described in paragraph (1)(D) of such such measures were effected, including infor- available the formula for determining peace- section (as amended by subsection (a) of this mation with respect to complaints regarding keeping assessments. section) on a publicly available website. allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse SEC. 305. REIMBURSEMENT OR APPLICATION OF SEC. 307. WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS FOR by United Nations peacekeepers, allegations CREDITS. UNITED NATIONS PERSONNEL. of fraud in procurement and contracting, and Notwithstanding any other provision of The President shall direct the United all other allegations of misconduct, wrong- law, the President shall direct the United States Permanent Representative to the doing, or criminal behavior;

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SEC. 308. ENCOURAGING EMPLOYMENT OF such agencies, missions, and programs have UNITED STATES CITIZENS AT THE the flexibility needed to hire and release em- SEC. 312. ADDITIONAL REPORT ON OTHER UNITED STATES CONTRIBUTIONS TO UNITED NATIONS. ployees as workforce needs change over time. Section 181 of the Foreign Relations Au- THE UNITED NATIONS. thorization Act, Fiscal Years 1992 and 1993 (c) STATEMENT OF POLICY.—It is the policy (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days (22 U.S.C. 276c-4) is amended to read as fol- of the United States to withhold support for after the date of the enactment of this Act lows: any candidate for the position of United Na- and annually thereafter, the Director of the ‘‘SEC. 181. EMPLOYMENT OF UNITED STATES tions Secretary General unless such can- Office of Management and Budget shall sub- CITIZENS BY CERTAIN INTER- didate has produced a clear vision for leading mit to Congress a report on all assessed and NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. the United Nations, including a robust re- voluntary contributions with a value greater ‘‘Not later than 180 days after the date of form agenda as described in subsection (b), than $100,000, including in-kind, of the the enactment of the Department of State and circulated such l to the Member States United States Government to the United Na- Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2017, and an- of the General Assembly. tions and its affiliated agencies and related bodies during the previous fiscal year. nually thereafter for three years, the Sec- SEC. 311. POLICY REGARDING THE UNITED NA- (b) CONTENT.—The report required under retary of State shall submit to Congress a TIONS HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL. report that provides— subsection (a) shall include the following ele- (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of ‘‘(1) for each international organization ments: Congress that the United States should use that had a geographic distribution formula (1) The total amount of all assessed and its voice, vote, and influence at the United in effect on January 1, 1991, an assessment of voluntary contributions, including in-kind, Nations to work to ensure that— whether that organization— of the United States Government to the (1) the United Nations Human Rights ‘‘(A) is taking good faith steps to increase United Nations and its affiliated agencies Council takes steps to remove permanent the staffing of United States citizens, includ- and related bodies during the previous fiscal items on the United Nations Human Rights ing, as appropriate, as assessment of any ad- year. Council’s agenda or program of work that (2) The approximate percentage of United ditional steps the organization could be tak- target or single out a specific country or a States Government contributions to each ing to increase such staffing; and specific territory or territories; United Nations affiliated agency or body in ‘‘(B) has met the requirements of its geo- (2) the United Nations Human Rights such fiscal year when compared with all con- graphic distribution formula; and Council does not include a Member State of tributions to each such agency or body from ‘‘(2) an assessment of United States rep- the United Nations— any source in such fiscal year. resentation among professional and senior- (A) subject to sanctions by the United Na- (3) For each such United States Govern- level positions at the United Nations, includ- tions Security Council; ment contribution— ing— (B) under a United Nations Security Coun- (A) the amount of each such contribution; ‘‘(A) an assessment of the proportion of cil-mandated investigation for human rights (B) a description of each such contribution United States citizens employed at the abuses; (including whether assessed or voluntary); United Nations Secretariat and at all United (C) which the Secretary has determined, (C) the department or agency of the United Nations specialized agencies, funds, and pro- for purposes of section 6(j) of the Export Ad- States Government responsible for each such grams relative to the total employment at ministration Act of 1979 (as continued in ef- contribution; the United Nations Secretariat and at all fect pursuant to the International Emer- (D) the purpose of each such contribution; such agencies, funds, and programs; gency Economic Powers Act), section 40 of and ‘‘(B) an assessment of compliance by the the Arms Export Control Act, section 620A of (E) the United Nations or its affiliated United Nations Secretariat and such agen- the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, or other agency or related body receiving the con- cies, funds, and programs with any applica- provision of law, is a government that has tribution. ble geographic distribution formula; and repeatedly provided support for acts of inter- (c) SCOPE OF INITIAL REPORT.—The first re- ‘‘(C) a description of any steps taken or national terrorism; or port required under subsection (a) shall in- planned to be taken by the United States to (D) which the President has designated as clude the information required under this increase the staffing of United States citi- a country of particular concern for religious section for the previous three fiscal years. zens at the United Nations Secretariat and freedom under section 402(b) of the Inter- (d) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION.— such agencies, funds and programs.’’. national Religious Freedom Act of 1998; and Not later than 14 days after submitting a re- SEC. 309. STATEMENT OF POLICY ON MEMBER (3) the percentage of United States citizens port required under subsection (a), the Direc- STATE’S VOTING PRACTICES AT THE tor of the Office of Management and Budget employed at the senior level in each of the UNITED NATIONS. shall post a public version of such report on Research and Right to Development Divi- It is the policy of the United States to a text-based, searchable, and publicly avail- sion, the Human Rights Treaties Division, strongly consider a Member State’s voting able Internet Web site. practices at the United Nations before enter- the Field Operations and Technical Coopera- tion Division, and the Human Rights Council SEC. 313. COMPARATIVE REPORT ON PEACE- ing into any agreements with the Member KEEPING OPERATIONS. State. and Special Procedures Division of the Not later than one year after the date of SEC. 310. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE UNITED NA- United Nations Human Rights Office of the the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller TIONS SECRETARY GENERAL. High Commissioner during the most recently General of the United States shall submit to (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—The Secretary completed plenary session of the United Na- the appropriate congressional committees a shall direct the United States Permanent tions General Assembly is at least equiva- report on the costs, strengths, and limita- Representative to the United Nations to use lent to the percentage of the total United tions of United States and United Nations the voice, vote, and influence of the United States assessed contribution to the United peacekeeping operations, which shall in- States at the United Nations to urge each fu- Nations regular budget during such plenary clude— ture candidate for the position of the United session of the United Nations General As- (1) a comparison of the costs of current Nations Secretary General to circulate to sembly. United Nations peacekeeping operations and the Member States of the General Assembly (b) REPORT.—Not later than 90 days after the estimated cost of comparable United a description of his or her priorities and ob- the date of the enactment of this Act, and States peacekeeping operations; and jectives for leading the organization and en- annually thereafter for each of the following (2) an analysis of the strengths and limita- suring that it upholds the principles outlined five years, the Secretary shall submit to the tions of— by the United Nations Charter, including appropriate congressional committees a re- (A) a peacekeeping operation led by the specific recommendations to improve stra- port that describes— United States; and

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LOCALLY-EMPLOYED STAFF WAGES. ‘‘(ii) the term ‘global affairs position’ (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ‘‘to fa- (a) MARKET-RESPONSIVE STAFF WAGES.— means any position funded with amounts ap- Not later than 180 days after the date of en- propriated to the Department under the cilitate the’’ and all that follows through actment of this Act and periodically there- heading ‘Diplomatic Policy and Support’.’’. ‘‘Afghanistan,’’; (2) by striking paragraph (2); and after, the Secretary shall establish and im- SEC. 404. LATERAL ENTRY INTO THE FOREIGN plement a prevailing wage rates goal for po- SERVICE. (3) by redesignating paragraph (3) as para- sitions in the local compensation plan, as de- graph (2). (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of scribed in section 408 of the Foreign Service (b) REPEAL OF SUNSET PROVISION.—Sub- Congress that the Foreign Service should section (a) of section 61 of the State Depart- Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3968), at each diplo- permit mid-career entry into the Foreign matic post that— ment Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. Service for qualified individuals who are 2733) is amended to read as follows: (1) is based on the specific recruiting and willing to bring their outstanding talents retention needs of each such post and local ‘‘(a) AUTHORITY.—The Secretary of State and experiences to the work of the Foreign may waive the application of section 8344 or labor market conditions, as determined an- Service. nually; and 8468 of title 5, United States Code, on a case- (2) is not less than the 50th percentile of (b) PILOT PROGRAM.—Not later than 180 by-case basis, for employment of an annu- the prevailing wage for comparable employ- days after the date of the enactment of this itant in a position in the Department of ment in the labor market surrounding each Act, the Secretary shall establish a three- State for which there is exceptional dif- such post. year pilot program for lateral entry into the ficulty in recruiting or retaining a qualified (b) EXCEPTION.—The prevailing wage rate Foreign Service that— employee, or when a temporary emergency goal established under subsection (a) shall (1) targets mid-career individuals from the hiring need exists.’’. not apply if compliance with such subsection civil service and private sector who have (c) RIGHTSIZING REPORT.—On the date on would be inconsistent with applicable United skills and experience that would be ex- which the President’s annual budget request States law, the law in the locality of employ- tremely valuable to the Foreign Service; is submitted to Congress each year through ment, or the public interest. (2) is in full comportment with current 2022, the Secretary shall submit to the ap- (c) RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENT.—The an- Foreign Service intake procedures, including propriate congressional committees a report alytical assumptions underlying the calcula- the requirement to pass the Foreign Service that describes the implementation status of tion of wage levels at each diplomatic post exam; all rightsizing recommendations made by under subsection (a), and the data upon (3) offers participants in such pilot pro- the Office of Management, Policy, which such calculation is based— gram placement in the Foreign Service at a Rightsizing, and Innovation of the Depart- (1) shall be filed electronically and re- grade level higher than FS–4 if such place- ment related to overseas staffing levels, in- tained for not less than five years; and ment is warranted by the education and cluding whether each such recommendation (2) shall be made available to the appro- qualifying experience of such individuals; was accepted or rejected by the relevant priate congressional committees upon re- (4) requires only one directed assignment chief of mission and regional bureau. quest. in a position appropriate to such pilot pro- SEC. 406. INTEGRATION OF FOREIGN ECONOMIC SEC. 402. EXPANSION OF CIVIL SERVICE OPPOR- gram participant’s grade level; POLICY. TUNITIES. (5) includes, as part of the required initial (a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary, in con- It is the sense of Congress that the Depart- training, a class or module that specifically junction with the Under Secretary of Eco- ment should— prepares participants in such pilot program nomic Growth, Energy, and the Environ- (1) expand the Overseas Development Pro- for life in the Foreign Service, including con- ment, shall establish— gram from 20 positions to not fewer than 40 veying to such participants essential ele- (1) foreign economic policy priorities for positions within one year of the date of the ments of the practical knowledge that is nor- each regional bureau, including for indi- enactment of this Act; mally acquired during a Foreign Service offi- vidual countries, as appropriate; and (2) analyze the costs and benefits of further cer’s initial assignments; and (2) policies and guidance for integrating expansion of the Overseas Development Pro- (6) includes an annual assessment of the such foreign economic policy priorities gram; and progress of such pilot program by a review throughout the Department. (3) expand the Overseas Development Pro- board consisting of Department officials (b) DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY.—Within gram to more than 40 positions if the bene- with appropriate expertise, including em- each regional bureau of the Department, the fits identified in paragraph (2) outweigh the ployees of the Foreign Service, in order to Secretary shall task an existing Deputy As- costs identified in such paragraph. evaluate such pilot program’s success. sistant Secretary with appropriate training SEC. 403. PROMOTION TO THE SENIOR FOREIGN (c) ANNUAL REPORTING.—Not later than one and background in economic and commercial SERVICE. year after the date of the enactment of this affairs with the responsibility for economic Section 601(c) of the Foreign Service Act of Act and annually thereafter for the duration matters and interests within the responsibil- 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4001(c)) is amended by adding of the pilot program described in subsection ities of each such regional bureau, including at the end the following new paragraph: (b), the Secretary shall submit to the appro- the integration of the foreign economic pol- ‘‘(6)(A) The promotion of any individual priate congressional committees a report icy priorities established pursuant to sub- joining the Service on or after January 1, that describes the following: section (a). 2017, to the Senior Foreign Service shall be (1) The cumulative number of accepted and (c) TRAINING.—The Secretary shall estab- contingent upon such individual completing unaccepted applicants to such pilot program. lish curriculum at the George P. Shultz Na- at least one tour in— (2) The cumulative number of pilot pro- tional Foreign Affairs Training Center to de- ‘‘(i) a global affairs bureau; or gram participants placed into each Foreign velop the practical foreign economic policy ‘‘(ii) a global affairs position. ‘‘(B) The requirements under subparagraph Service cone. expertise and skill sets of Foreign Service of- (A) shall not apply if the Secretary certifies (3) The grade level at which each pilot pro- ficers, including by making available dis- that the individual proposed for promotion gram participant entered the Foreign Serv- tance-learning courses in commercial, eco- to the Senior Foreign Service— ice. nomic, and business affairs, including in the ‘‘(i) has met all other requirements appli- (4) Information about the first assignment following: cable to such promotion; and to which each pilot program participant was (1) The global business environment. ‘‘(ii) was unable to complete a tour in a directed. (2) The economics of development. global affairs bureau or global affairs posi- (5) The structure and operation of such (3) Development and infrastructure fi- tion because there was not a reasonable op- pilot program, including— nance. portunity for such individual to be assigned (A) the operation of such pilot program to (4) Current trade and investment agree- to such a position. date; and ments negotiations. ‘‘(C) In this paragraph— (B) any observations and lessons learned (5) Implementing existing multilateral and ‘‘(i) the term ‘global affairs bureau’ means about such pilot program that the Secretary World Trade Organization agreements, and any bureau of the Department that is under considers relevant. United States trade and investment agree- the responsibility of— (d) LONGITUDINAL DATA.—The Secretary ments. ‘‘(I) the Under Secretary for Economic shall— (6) Best practices for customs and export Growth, Energy, and Environment; (1) collect and maintain data on the career procedures. ‘‘(II) the Under Secretary for Arms Control progression of each pilot program partici- (7) Market analysis and global supply and International Security Affairs; pant for the length of each participant’s For- chain management. ‘‘(III) the Under Secretary for Manage- eign Service career; and SEC. 407. TRAINING SUPPORT SERVICES. ment; (2) make the data described in paragraph Subparagraph (B) of section 704(a)(4) of the ‘‘(IV) the Assistant Secretary for Inter- (1) available to the appropriate congressional Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. national Organization Affairs; committees upon request. 4024(a)(4)) is amended by striking ‘‘language

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LEVEL PROFESSIONALS FROM TRA- cation and training specialists, including DITIONALLY UNDER-REPRESENTED (b) ADDITIONAL RECRUITMENT AND OUT- MINORITY GROUPS. language instructors and linguists, and other REACH REQUIRED.—The Department should specialists who perform work directly relat- The Secretary should provide attention conduct recruitment activities that— and oversight to the employment, retention, ing to the design, delivery, oversight, or co- (1) develop and implement effective mecha- ordination of training delivered by the insti- and promotion of traditionally under-rep- nisms to ensure that the Department is able resented minority groups to promote a di- tution’’. effectively to recruit and retain highly SEC. 408. SPECIAL AGENTS. verse representation among mid- and senior- qualified candidates from a wide diversity of level career professionals through programs (a) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (1) of section institutions; and 37(a) of the State Department Basic Authori- such as— (2) improve and expand recruitment and (1) the International Career Advancement ties Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2709(a)) is amended outreach programs at minority-serving insti- to read as follows: Program; tutions. ‘‘(1) conduct investigations concerning— (2) Seminar XXI at the Massachusetts In- ‘‘(A) illegal passport or visa issuance or (c) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after stitute of Technology’s Center for Inter- use; the date of the enactment of this Act and national Studies; and ‘‘(B) identity theft or document fraud af- quadrennially thereafter, the Secretary shall (3) other highly respected international fecting or relating to the programs, func- submit to Congress a comprehensive report leadership programs. tions, or authorities of the Department of that describes the efforts, consistent with SEC. 414. EMPLOYEE ASSIGNMENT RESTRIC- State; or existing law, including procedures, effects, TIONS. ‘‘(C) Federal offenses committed within and results of the Department since the pe- (a) APPEAL OF ASSIGNMENT RESTRICTION.— the special maritime and territorial jurisdic- riod covered by the prior such report, to pro- The Secretary shall establish a right and tion of the United States (as defined in sec- mote equal opportunity and inclusion for all process for employees to appeal any assign- tion 7(9) of title 18, United States Code), ex- American employees in direct hire and per- ment restriction or preclusion. cept as such jurisdiction relates to the prem- sonal service contractors status, particularly (b) CERTIFICATION.—Upon full implementa- ises of United States military missions and employees of the Foreign Service, including tion of a right and process for employees to related residences;’’. equal opportunity for all traditionally appeal an assignment restriction or pre- (b) CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in the amend- under-represented minority groups. clusion under subsection (a), the Secretary ment made by subsection (a) may be con- SEC. 411. MARKET DATA FOR COST-OF-LIVING AD- shall submit to the appropriate congres- strued to limit the investigative authority of JUSTMENTS. sional committee a report that— any Federal department or agency other (1) certifies that such process has been than the Department. (a) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the fully implemented; SEC. 409. LIMITED APPOINTMENTS IN THE FOR- (2) includes a detailed description of such EIGN SERVICE. Secretary shall submit to the appropriate process; and Section 309 of the Foreign Service Act of congressional committees a report that ex- (3) details the number and nature of as- 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3949), is amended— amines the feasibility and cost effectiveness signment restrictions and preclusions for the (1) in subsection (a) by striking ‘‘sub- of using private sector market data to deter- section (b)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsections (b) mine cost of living adjustments for Foreign previous three years. and (c)’’; Service officers and Federal Government ci- (c) NOTICE.—The Secretary shall— (2) in subsection (b)— vilians who are stationed abroad. (1) publish in the Foreign Affairs Manual information relating to the right and process (A) in paragraph (3)— (b) CONTENT.—The report required under established pursuant to subsection (a); and (i) by striking ‘‘if continued service’’ and subsection (a) shall include— (2) include a reference to such publication inserting the following: ‘‘if— (1) a list of at least four private sector pro- in the report required under subsection (b). ‘‘(A) continued service’’; viders of international cost-of-living data (d) PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION.—Para- (ii) in such subparagraph (A) (as so in- that the Secretary determines are qualified graph (2) of section 502(a) of the Foreign serted and designated by clause (i) of this to provide such data; Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 3982(a)) is subparagraph), by inserting ‘‘or’’ after the (2) a list of cities in which the Department amended— semicolon at the end; and maintains diplomatic posts for which private (1) by inserting ‘‘or prohibited from being (iii) by adding at the end the following new sector cost-of-living data is not available; assigned to’’ after ‘‘assigned to’’; and subparagraph: (3) a comparison of— (2) by striking ‘‘exclusively’’. ‘‘(B) the individual is serving in the uni- (A) the cost of purchasing cost-of-living formed services (as defined in section 4303 of data from each provider listed in paragraph SEC. 415. SECURITY CLEARANCE SUSPENSIONS. title 38, United States Code) and the limited (1); and (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 610 of the Foreign appointment expires in the course of such (B) the cost (including Department labor Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4010) is amend- service;’’; costs) of producing such rates internally; and ed— (B) in paragraph (4), by striking ‘‘and’’ at (4) for countries in which the Department (1) by striking the section heading and in- the end; provides a cost-of-living allowance greater serting the following: ‘‘SEPARATION FOR (C) in paragraph (5), by striking the period than zero and the World Bank estimates that CAUSE; SUSPENSION’’; and at the end and inserting a semicolon; and the national price level of the country is less (2) by adding at the end the following new (D) by adding at the end the following new than the national price level of the United subsection: paragraph: States, a comparison of cost-of-living allow- ‘‘(c)(1) In order to promote the efficiency of ‘‘(6) in exceptional circumstances if the ances, excluding housing costs, of the private the Service, the Secretary may suspend a Secretary determines the needs of the Serv- sector providers referred to in paragraph (1) member of the Service when— ice require the extension of— to rates constructed by the Department’s Of- ‘‘(A) the member’s security clearance is ‘‘(A) a limited noncareer appointment for a fice of Allowances. suspended; or period not to exceed one year; or ‘‘(B) there is reasonable cause to believe ‘‘(B) a limited appointment of a career can- (c) WAIVER.—If the Secretary determines that compliance with subsection (b)(4) at a that the member has committed a crime for didate for the minimum time needed to re- which a sentence of imprisonment may be solve a grievance, claim, investigation, or particular location is cost-prohibitive, the Secretary may waive the requirement under imposed. complaint not otherwise provided for in this ‘‘(2) Any member of the Service for whom section.’’; and such subsection for such location if the Sec- retary submits to the appropriate congres- a suspension is proposed under this sub- (3) by adding at the end the following new section shall be entitled to— subsection: sional committees written notice and an ex- planation of the reasons for such waiver. ‘‘(A) written notice stating the specific ‘‘(c)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) reasons for the proposed suspension; noncareer employees who have served for SEC. 412. TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO FEDERAL ‘‘(B) a reasonable time to respond orally five consecutive years under a limited ap- WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY ACT. and in writing to the proposed suspension; pointment under this section may be re- Chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, is ‘‘(C) obtain at such member’s own expense appointed to a subsequent noncareer limited representation by an attorney or other rep- appointment if there is at least a one-year amended— break in service before such new appoint- (1) in subparagraph (A) of section 5753(a)(2), resentative; and ment. by inserting ‘‘, excluding members of the ‘‘(D) a final written decision, including the ‘‘(2) The Secretary may waive the one-year Foreign Service other than chiefs of mission specific reasons for such decision, as soon as break requirement under paragraph (1) in and ambassadors at large’’ before the semi- practicable. cases of special need.’’. colon at the end; and ‘‘(3) Any member suspended under this sub- SEC. 410. REPORT ON DIVERSITY RECRUITMENT, (2) in subparagraph (A) of section 5754(a)(2), section may file a grievance in accordance EMPLOYMENT, RETENTION, AND by inserting ‘‘, excluding members of the with the procedures applicable to grievances PROMOTION. Foreign Service other than chiefs of mission under chapter 11 of title I. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary should pro- and ambassadors at large’’ before the semi- ‘‘(4) If a grievance is filed pursuant to para- vide oversight to the employment, retention, colon at the end. graph (3)—

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(2) The costs of all components of the Grievance Board shall be limited to a deter- 2651a); United States passports made outside the mination of whether the provisions of para- (D) a description of whether, and the ex- United States. graphs (1) and (2) have been fulfilled; and tent to which, the responsibilities assigned (3) Comparable costs to produce and pro- ‘‘(B) the Board may not exercise the au- to such position duplicate the responsibil- cure in the United States the items identi- thority provided under section 1106(8). ities of other current officials within the De- fied in paragraphs (1) and (2). ‘‘(5) In this subsection: partment, including other special envoys, TITLE VI—WESTERN HEMISPHERE DRUG ‘‘(A) The term ‘reasonable time’ means— representatives, advisors, and coordinators; POLICY COMMISSION ‘‘(i) with respect to a member of the Serv- (E) which current official of the Depart- SEC. 601. ESTABLISHMENT. ice assigned to duty in the United States, 15 ment would be assigned the responsibilities There is established an independent com- days after receiving notice of the proposed of such position in the absence of such posi- mission to be known as the ‘‘Western Hemi- suspension; and tion; sphere Drug Policy Commission’’ (in this ‘‘(ii) with respect to a member of the Serv- (F) to which current official of the Depart- title referred to as the ‘‘Commission’’). ice assigned to duty outside the United ment such position directly reports; SEC. 602. DUTIES. States, 30 days after receiving notice of the (G) the total number of staff assigned to (a) REVIEW OF ILLICIT DRUG CONTROL POLI- proposed suspension. support such position; and CIES.—The Commission shall conduct a com- ‘‘(B) The terms ‘suspend’ and ‘suspension’ (H) with the exception of positions created prehensive review of United States foreign mean placing a member of the Foreign Serv- by statute, a detailed explanation of the ne- policy in the Western Hemisphere to reduce ice in a temporary status without duties.’’. cessity of such position to the effective con- the illicit drug supply and drug abuse and re- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of duct of the foreign affairs of the United duce the damage associated with illicit drug contents in section 2 of the Foreign Service States. markets and trafficking. The Commission Act of 1980 is amended by striking the item SEC. 419. COMBATING ANTI-SEMITISM. shall also identify policy and program op- relating to section 610 and inserting the fol- Not later than 180 days after the date of tions to improve existing international coun- lowing new item: the enactment of this Act, the Special Envoy ternarcotics policy. The review shall include ‘‘Sec. 610. Separation for cause; Suspen- to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism of the the following topics: sion.’’. Office to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semi- (1) An evaluation of United States-funded SEC. 416. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON THE INTEGRA- tism of the Department shall provide to the international illicit drug control programs TION OF POLICIES RELATED TO THE appropriate congressional committees a in the Western Hemisphere, including drug PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN IN PRE- briefing on United States support to, and op- interdiction, crop eradication, alternative VENTING AND RESOLVING CON- portunities to coordinate with, American development, drug production surveys, po- FLICTS. lice and justice sector training, demand re- It is the sense of Congress that— and European Jewish and other civil society organizations, focusing on youth, to combat duction, and strategies to target drug king- (1) within each regional bureau of the De- pins. partment, the Secretary should task an ex- anti-Semitism and other forms of religious, ethnic, or racial intolerance in Europe. (2) An evaluation of the impact of United isting Deputy Assistant Secretary with the States counternarcotics assistance programs TITLE V—CONSULAR AUTHORITIES responsibility for overseeing the integration in the Western Hemisphere, including the of policy priorities related to the importance SEC. 501. CODIFICATION OF ENHANCED CON- Colombia Strategic Development Initiative, of the participation of women in preventing SULAR IMMUNITIES. the Merida Initiative, the Caribbean Basin and resolving conflicts; and Section 4 of the Diplomatic Relations Act Security Initiative and the Central America (2) the Director of the George P. Shultz Na- (22 U.S.C. 254c) is amended— Regional Security Initiative, in curbing drug tional Foreign Affairs Training Center (1) by striking ‘‘The President’’ and insert- production, drug trafficking, and drug-re- should incorporate at least one training ses- ing the following: lated violence and improving citizen secu- sion related to the importance of the partici- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The President’’; and rity. pation of women in preventing and resolving (2) by adding at the end the following new (3) An evaluation of how the President’s conflicts into— subsection: annual determination of major drug-transit (A) the A-100 course attended by Foreign ‘‘(b) CONSULAR IMMUNITY.— and major illicit drug producing countries Service Officers; and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of State, pursuant to section 706 of the Foreign Rela- (B) with respect to Foreign Service Offi- with the concurrence of the Attorney Gen- tions Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (22 cers who have completed the A-100 course, at eral, may, on the basis of reciprocity and U.S.C. 2291j–1) serves United States interests least one training course that will be com- under such terms and conditions as the Sec- with respect to United States international pleted not later than the date that is 1 year retary may determine, specify privileges and illicit drug control policies. after the date of the enactment of this Act. immunities for a consular post, the members (4) An evaluation of whether the proper in- SEC. 417. FOREIGN SERVICE FAMILIES WORK- of a consular post, and their families which dicators of success are being used to evaluate FORCE STUDY. result in more favorable or less favorable United States international illicit drug con- Not later than 180 days after the date of treatment than is provided in the Vienna trol policy. the enactment of this Act, the Secretary Convention on Consular Relations, of April (5) An evaluation of United States efforts shall submit to the appropriate congres- 24, 1963 (T.I.A.S. 6820), entered into force for to stop illicit proceeds from drug trafficking sional committees a report on workforce the United States on December 24, 1969. organizations from entering the United issues and challenges to career opportunities ‘‘(2) CONSULTATION.—Before exercising the States financial system. pertaining to tandem couples in the Foreign authority under paragraph (1), the Secretary (6) An evaluation of the links between the Service as well as couples with respect to of State shall consult with the Committee on illegal narcotics trade in the Western Hemi- which only one spouse is in the Foreign Foreign Affairs of the House of Representa- sphere and terrorist activities around the Service. tives and the Committee on Foreign Rela- world. SEC. 418. SPECIAL ENVOYS, REPRESENTATIVES, tions of the Senate regarding the cir- (7) An evaluation of United States efforts ADVISORS, AND COORDINATORS OF cumstances that may warrant the need for to combat narco-terrorism in the Western THE DEPARTMENT. privileges and immunities providing more fa- Hemisphere. Not later than 90 days after the date of the vorable or less favorable treatment than is (8) An evaluation of the financing of for- enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall provided in the Vienna Convention.’’. eign terrorist organizations by drug traf- submit to the appropriate congressional SEC. 502. PASSPORTS MADE IN THE UNITED ficking organizations and an evaluation of committees a report on special envoys, rep- STATES. United States efforts to stop such activities. resentatives, advisors, and coordinators of (a) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of (9) An evaluation of alternative drug policy the Department, that includes— Congress that all components of United models in the Western Hemisphere. (1) a tabulation of the current names, States passports, including all passport secu- (10) An evaluation of the impact of local ranks, positions, and responsibilities of all rity features, should be printed, manufac- drug consumption in Latin America and the special envoy, representative, advisor, and tured, and assembled exclusively within the Caribbean in promoting violence and insecu- coordinator positions at the Department, United States by United States companies rity. with a separate accounting of all such posi- and personnel, contractors, and subcontrac- (11) Recommendations on how best to im- tions at the level of Assistant Secretary (or tors with appropriate security clearances. prove United States counternarcotics poli- equivalent) or above; and (b) BRIEFINGS.—The Secretary, in coordina- cies in the Western Hemisphere. (2) for each position identified pursuant to tion with the heads of other relevant Federal (b) COORDINATION WITH GOVERNMENTS, paragraph (1)— agencies, shall provide a briefing, which may INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, AND NON- (A) the date on which such position was be given in a classified environment if nec- GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THE WEST- created; essary, to the appropriate congressional ERN HEMISPHERE.—In conducting the review (B) the mechanism by which such position committees that includes the following de- required under subsection (a), the Commis- was created, including the authority under tails: sion is encouraged to consult with— which such position was created; (1) A list of all components of the United (1) government, academic, and nongovern- (C) such positions authorized under section States passport made outside the United mental leaders, as well as leaders from inter- (d) of section 1 of the State Department States. national organizations, from throughout the

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United States, Latin America, and the Carib- (b) HEARINGS.—The Commission may hold out reimbursement, any of the personnel of bean; and such hearings and undertake such other ac- such agency to the Commission to assist in (2) the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control tivities as the Commission determines nec- carrying out the duties of the Commission. Commission (CICAD). essary to carry out its duties. Any such detail shall not interrupt or other- (c) REPORT.— (c) OTHER RESOURCES.— wise affect the civil service status or privi- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 18 months (1) DOCUMENTS, STATISTICAL DATA, AND leges of the personnel. after the first meeting of the Commission, OTHER SUCH INFORMATION.— (e) VOLUNTEER SERVICES.—Notwith- the Commission shall submit to the Com- (A) IN GENERAL.—The Library of Congress, standing section 1342 of title 31, United mittee on Foreign Affairs of the House of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, States Code, the Commission may accept and Representatives, the Committee on Foreign the Department, and any other Federal de- use voluntary and uncompensated services as Relations of the Senate, the Secretary, and partment or agency shall, in accordance with the Commission determines necessary. the Director of the Office of National Drug the protection of classified information, pro- SEC. 606. SUNSET. Control Policy a report that contains— vide reasonable access to documents, statis- The Commission shall terminate on the (A) a detailed statement of the rec- tical data, and other such information the date that is 60 days after the date on which ommendations, findings, and conclusions of Commission determines necessary to carry the Commission submits its report to Con- the Commission under subsection (a); and out its duties. gress pursuant to section 602(c). (B) summaries of the input and rec- (B) OBTAINING INFORMATION.—The Chair- TITLE VII—MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS ommendations of the leaders and organiza- person of the Commission shall request the tions with which the Commission consulted SEC. 701. FOREIGN RELATIONS EXCHANGE PRO- head of an agency described in subparagraph GRAMS. under subsection (b). (A) for access to documents, statistical data, (2) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY.—The report re- (a) EXCHANGES AUTHORIZED.—Title I of the or other such information described in such State Department Basic Authorities Act of quired under this subsection shall be made subparagraph that is under the control of available to the public. 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2651a et seq.) is amended by such agency in writing when necessary. adding at the end the following new section: SEC. 603. MEMBERSHIP. (2) OFFICE SPACE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUP- (a) NUMBER AND APPOINTMENT.—The Com- ‘‘SEC. 63. FOREIGN RELATIONS EXCHANGE PRO- PORT.—The Administrator of General Serv- GRAMS. mission shall be composed of ten members to ices shall make office space available for be appointed as follows: ‘‘(a) AUTHORITY.—The Secretary may es- day-to-day activities of the Commission and tablish exchange programs under which offi- (1) The majority leader and minority lead- for scheduled meetings of the Commission. er of the Senate shall each appoint two mem- cers or employees of the Department of Upon request, the Administrator shall pro- State, including individuals appointed under bers. vide, on a reimbursable basis, such adminis- (2) The Speaker and the minority leader of title 5, United States Code, and members of trative support as the Commission requests the Foreign Service (as defined in section 103 the House of Representatives shall each ap- to fulfill its duties. point two members. of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. (d) AUTHORITY TO USE UNITED STATES (3) The President shall appoint two mem- 3903)), may be assigned, for not more than MAILS.—The Commission may use the United bers. one year, to a position with any foreign gov- States mails in the same manner and under (b) PROHIBITION.— ernment or international entity that permits the same conditions as other departments (1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission may not an employee to be assigned to a position and agencies of the United States. include— with the Department of State. (e) AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT.— (A) Members of Congress; or ‘‘(b) SALARY AND BENEFITS.— (1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to the Federal (B) Federal, State, or local government of- ‘‘(1) MEMBERS OF FOREIGN SERVICE.—During Property and Administrative Services Act of ficials. a period in which a member of the Foreign 1949, the Commission is authorized to enter (2) MEMBER OF CONGRESS.—In this sub- Service is participating in an exchange pro- into contracts with Federal and State agen- section, the term ‘‘Member of Congress’’ in- gram authorized pursuant to subsection (a), cies, private firms, institutions, and individ- cludes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner such member shall be entitled to the salary uals for the conduct of activities necessary to the Congress. and benefits to which such member would re- (c) APPOINTMENT OF INITIAL MEMBERS.— to the discharge of its duties under section ceive but for the assignment under this sec- The initial members of the Commission shall 602. tion. be appointed not later than 30 days after the (2) TERMINATION.—A contract, lease, or ‘‘(2) NON-FOREIGN SERVICE EMPLOYEES OF date of the enactment of this Act. other legal agreement entered into by the DEPARTMENT.—An employee of the Depart- (d) VACANCIES.—Any vacancies shall not af- Commission may not extend beyond the date ment of State other than a member of the fect the power and duties of the Commission, of termination of the Commission. Foreign Service participating in an exchange but shall be filled in the same manner as the SEC. 605. STAFF. program authorized pursuant to subsection original appointment. An appointment re- (a) DIRECTOR.—The Commission shall have (a) shall be treated in all respects as if de- quired by subsection (a) should be made a Director who shall be appointed by a ma- tailed to an international organization pur- within 90 days of a vacancy on the Commis- jority vote of the Commission. The Director suant to section 3343(c) of title 5, United sion. shall be paid at a rate not to exceed the rate States Code. (e) PERIOD OF APPOINTMENT.—Each member of basic pay for level IV of the Executive ‘‘(3) FOREIGN PARTICIPANTS.—The salary shall be appointed for the life of the Commis- Schedule. and benefits of an employee of a foreign gov- sion. (b) STAFF.— ernment or international entity partici- (f) INITIAL MEETING AND SELECTION OF (1) IN GENERAL.—With the approval of the pating in an exchange program authorized CHAIRPERSON.— Commission, the Director may appoint such pursuant to subsection (a) shall be paid by (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days personnel as the Director determines to be after the date of the enactment of this Act, such government or entity during the period appropriate. Such personnel shall be paid at the Commission shall hold an initial meeting in which such employee is participating in a rate not to exceed the rate of basic pay for to develop and implement a schedule for such program, and shall not be reimbursed level IV of the Executive Schedule. completion of the review and report required by the Department of State. (2) ADDITIONAL STAFF.—The Commission ‘‘(c) NON-RECIPROCAL ASSIGNMENT.—The under section 362. may appoint and fix the compensation of Secretary may authorize a non-reciprocal as- (2) CHAIRPERSON.—At the initial meeting, such other personnel as may be necessary to signment of personnel pursuant to this sec- the Commission shall select a Chairperson enable the Commission to carry out its du- tion, with or without reimbursement from from among its members. ties, without regard to the provisions of title (g) QUORUM.—Six members of the Commis- the foreign government or international en- sion shall constitute a quorum. 5, United States Code, governing appoint- tity for all or part of the salary and other ex- (h) COMPENSATION.—Members of the Com- ments in the competitive service, and with- penses payable during such assignment, if mission— out regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and such is in the interests of the United States. (1) shall not be considered to be a Federal subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title re- ‘‘(d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in employee for any purpose by reason of serv- lating to classification and General Schedule this section may be construed to authorize ice on the Commission; and pay rates, except that no rate of pay fixed the appointment as an officer or employee of (2) shall serve without pay. under this subsection may exceed the equiva- the United States of— (i) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—Members shall re- lent of that payable to a person occupying a ‘‘(1) an individual whose allegiance is to ceive travel expenses, including per diem in position at level V of the Executive Sched- any country, government, or foreign or lieu of subsistence, in accordance with sec- ule. international entity other than to the tions 5702 and 5703 of title 5, United States (c) EXPERTS AND CONSULTANTS.—With the United States; or Code, while away from their homes or reg- approval of the Commission, the Director ‘‘(2) an individual who has not met the re- ular places of business in performance of may procure temporary and intermittent quirements of sections 3331, 3332, 3333, and services for the Commission. services under section 3109(b) of title 5, 7311 of title 5, United States Code, or any SEC. 604. POWERS. United States Code. other provision of law concerning eligibility (a) MEETINGS.—The Commission shall meet (d) DETAIL OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES.— for appointment as, and continuation of em- at the call of the Chairperson or a majority Upon the request of the Commission, the ployment as, an officer or employee of the of its members. head of any Federal agency may detail, with- United States.’’.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.018 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7171 SEC. 702. UNITED STATES ADVISORY COMMIS- the date of the enactment of this Act and by a foreign supplier, or a contractor or sub- SION ON PUBLIC DIPLOMACY. apply with respect to any reward authorized contractor of such supplier, that is closely (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 1334 of the For- under section 36 of the State Department linked to a leading cyber-threat actor. eign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (as so amended) (b) FORM.—The report shall be submitted of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6553) is amended by striking on or after such date. in unclassified form, but may include a clas- ‘‘October 1, 2015’’ and inserting ‘‘October 1, (b) EXTRADITIONS.— sified annex. 2020’’. (1) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of (c) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (b) RETROACTIVITY OF EFFECTIVE DATE.— Congress that the refusal by other countries (1) LEADING CYBER-THREAT ACTOR.—The The amendment made by subsection (a) shall to extradite or otherwise render to the term ‘‘leading cyber-threat actor’’ means a take effect as of October 1, 2016. Any lapse in United States fugitives who have been in- country identified as a leading threat actor powers, authorities, or responsibilities of the dicted or convicted within the United States in cyberspace in the report entitled ‘‘World- United States Advisory Commission on Pub- for serious crimes, including murder, hijack- wide Threat Assessment of the US Intel- lic Diplomacy from the period beginning on ing, and acts of domestic terrorism, is an im- ligence Community’’, dated February 9, 2016. October 1, 2016, and ending on the date of the pediment to justice, undermines inter- (2) CLOSELY LINKED.—The term ‘‘closely enactment of this Act, shall be deemed to national security, and deserves high level linked’’, with respect to a foreign supplier, have not so lapsed. diplomatic efforts toward resolution. contractor, or subcontrator and a leading SEC. 703. BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOV- (2) BRIEFING REQUIREMENT.—Not later than cyber-threat actor, means the foreign sup- ERNORS. 90 days after the date of the enactment of plier, contractor, or subcontractor— (a) BROADCASTING TO ASIA.—Section 309 of this Act, the President shall provide to Con- (A) has ties to the military forces of such the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, gress a briefing related to the issues raised Fiscal Years 1994 and 1995 (22 U.S.C. 6208) is actor; in paragraph (1), including— (B) has ties to the intelligence services of amended— (A) the number of fugitives and others for (1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ‘‘the such actor; whom the United States Government is seek- (C) is the beneficiary of significant low in- following countries’’ and all that follows ing extradition or rendition, both in total through the period at the end and inserting terest or no-interest loans, loan forgiveness, and listed by country; or other support of such actor; or ‘‘Asia.’’; and (B) the average length of time such extra- (2) in subsection (b)(1), by striking ‘‘the re- (D) is incorporated or headquartered in the dition or rendition requests have been out- territory of such actor. spective countries of’’. standing, both in general and by country; (b) PROHIBITIONS.— (C) discussion of diplomatic and other ef- SEC. 708. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR INFORMA- (1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any TION TECHNOLOGY AND KNOWL- forts the United States has undertaken to se- EDGE MANAGEMENT. other provision of law, any change to the cure the return of such fugitives; Not later than 90 days after the date of the Federal status of— (D) discussion of factors that have been enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall (A) the Cuba Service established pursuant barriers to the resolution of such cases; and submit to the appropriate congressional to section 4 of the Radio Broadcasting to (E) information on the number of United committees an implementation plan, includ- Cuba Act (22 U.S.C. 1465b; Public Law 98–111) States citizens whose extradition has been ing timelines and resources, required to— is prohibited unless such section is explicitly sought by foreign governments during the (1) establish a hub for analytics, data repealed and such service is dissolved by an past five years, both in total and listed by science, strategy, and knowledge manage- Act of Congress enacted on or after the date country, and a discussion of the outcome of ment at the Department; and of the enactment of this Act; and such requests. (2) migrate suitable information tech- (B) the Television Marti Service estab- SEC. 705. EXTENSION OF PERIOD FOR REIM- lished by section 244(a) of Television Broad- BURSEMENT OF SEIZED COMMER- nology (as such term is defined in section casting to Cuba Act (22 U.S.C. 1465cc; Public CIAL FISHERMEN. 11101(6) of title 40 United States Code) to a Law 101–246) is prohibited unless such section Subsection (e) of section 7 of the Fisher- cloud computing service or a cloud-based so- is explicitly repealed and such service is dis- men’s Protective Act of 1967 (22 U.S.C. 1977) lution. solved by an Act of Congress enacted on or is amended by striking ‘‘2008’’ and inserting SEC. 709. RANSOMS TO FOREIGN TERRORIST OR- after the date of the enactment of this Act. ‘‘2018’’. GANIZATIONS. (2) DEFINITION.—In this subsection, the SEC. 706. EXPANSION OF THE CHARLES B. RAN- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days term ‘‘change to the Federal status’’, with GEL INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS PRO- after the date of the enactment of this Act, respect to a service referred to in subpara- GRAM, THE THOMAS R. PICKERING the President, in consultation with the Sec- FOREIGN AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIP retary, shall transmit to the appropriate graph (A) or (B) of paragraph (1), includes PROGRAM, AND THE DONALD M. any significant restructuring, privatization, PAYNE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOP- congressional committees a report covering subordination to a private or private-public MENT FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM. the previous calendar providing the fol- entity, or merger with a private or public- (a) ADDITIONAL FELLOWSHIPS AUTHOR- lowing details: private entity of such service. IZED.—Beginning in fiscal year 2017, the Sec- (1) Which foreign governments are believed (c) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of retary shall— to have facilitated, directly or indirectly, Congress that the Broadcasting Board of (1) increase by ten the number of fellows the payment of ransoms. Governors should start broadcasting in the selected for the Charles B. Rangel Inter- (2) Which foreign terrorist organizations Sindhi language. national Affairs Program; received payments from foreign governments SEC. 704. REWARDS FOR JUSTICE. (2) increase by ten the number of fellows identified in paragraph (1). (a) REWARDS AUTHORIZED.— selected for the Thomas R. Pickering For- (3) The amount of each such payment. (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 36(b) of the State eign Affairs Fellowship Program; and (4) The means of delivering such payments. Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (22 (3) increase by five the number of fellows (5) A summary of the efforts of the United U.S.C. 2708(b)) is amended in paragraphs (4) selected for the Donald M. Payne Inter- States to counter such payments. and (5) by striking ‘‘or (9)’’ each place it ap- national Development Fellowship Program. (6) Recommendations for improving coordi- pears and inserting ‘‘(9), or (10)’’. (b) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in nation among the foreign allies of the United (2) REPORTS; DEFINITIONS.—Section 36 of this section may be construed as authorizing States to not pay ransoms. the State Department Basic Authorities Act the hiring of additional personnel at the De- (b) FORM.—The report required by sub- of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2708) is amended— partment beyond existing, projected hiring section (a) shall be submitted in unclassified (A) in subsection (g), by adding at the end patterns. form, may include a classified annex, shall the following new paragraph: SEC. 707. GAO REPORT ON DEPARTMENT CRIT- be made available to the public by posting ‘‘(4) REPORTS ON REWARDS AUTHORIZED.— ICAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIP- the unclassified form of such report on the Not less than 15 days after a reward is au- MENT OR SERVICES OBTAINED website of the Department, and may be in- FROM SUPPLIERS CLOSELY LINKED cluded in any other report that is required to thorized under this section, the Secretary of TO A LEADING CYBER-THREAT State shall submit to the appropriate con- ACTOR. be made public. gressional committees a report, which may (a) REPORT REQUIRED.—Not later than 180 SEC. 710. STRATEGY TO COMBAT TERRORIST USE be submitted in classified form if necessary days after the date of the enactment of this OF SOCIAL MEDIA. to protect intelligence sources and methods, Act, the Comptroller General of the United (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days detailing information about the reward, in- States shall submit to Congress a report on after the date of the enactment of this Act, cluding the identity of the individual for any critical telecommunications equipment, the President shall transmit to the appro- whom the reward is being made, the amount technologies, or services obtained or used by priate congressional committees a report on of the reward, the acts with respect to which the Department or its contractors or United States strategy to combat terrorists’ the reward is being made, and how the re- subcontrators that is— and terrorist organizations’ use of social ward is being publicized.’’; and (1) manufactured by a foreign supplier, or a media consistent with the President’s 2011 (B) in subsection (k)(2), by striking ‘‘Inter- contractor or subcontractor of such supplier, ‘‘Strategic Implementation Plan for Empow- national Relations’’ and inserting ‘‘Foreign that is closely linked to a leading cyber- ering Local Partners to Prevent Violent Ex- Affairs’’. threat actor; or tremism in the United States’’. (3) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments (2) from an entity that incorporates or uti- (b) ELEMENTS.—The report required by sub- made by paragraphs (1) and (2) take effect on lizes information technology manufactured section (a) shall include the following:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.018 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7172 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 (1) An evaluation of what role social media SEC. 713. RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF IN- SEC. 716. PROHIBITION ON ADDITIONAL FUND- plays in radicalization in the United States DIVIDUALS WHO HAVE LIVED, ING. and elsewhere. WORKED, OR STUDIED IN PREDOMI- No additional funds are authorized to be (2) An analysis of how terrorists and ter- NANTLY MUSLIM COUNTRIES OR appropriated to carry out this Act and the COMMUNITIES. rorist organizations are using social media, amendments made by this Act. including trends. (a) FINDINGS.—Congress finds that success- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- (3) A summary of the Federal Govern- ful engagement, including robust public di- ant to the rule, the gentleman from plomacy, with predominantly Muslim coun- ment’s efforts to disrupt and counter the use California (Mr. ROYCE) and the gen- of social media by terrorists and terrorist or- tries and communities is critical for achiev- ing United States foreign policy objectives. tleman from New York (Mr. ENGEL) ganizations, an evaluation of the success of each will control 20 minutes. such efforts, and recommendations for im- (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of provement. Congress that the Department should recruit The Chair recognizes the gentleman (4) An analysis of how social media is being more employees that have a personal back- from California. used for counter-radicalization and counter- ground in, and thorough understating of, the GENERAL LEAVE propaganda purposes, irrespective of whether cultures, languages, and history of the Mid- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- or not such efforts are made by the Federal dle East and wider Muslim world. imous consent that all Members may Government. (c) RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF CER- have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- (5) An assessment of the value to law en- TAIN INDIVIDUALS.—The Secretary shall forcement of social media posts by terrorists make every effort to recruit and retain indi- tend their remarks and to include ex- and terrorist organizations. viduals that have lived, worked, or studied in traneous material on this bill. (6) An overview of social media training predominantly Muslim countries or commu- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there available to law enforcement and intel- nities, including individuals who have stud- objection to the request of the gen- ligence personnel that enables such per- ied at an Islamic institution of higher learn- tleman from California? sonnel to understand and combat the use of ing. There was no objection. social media by terrorists and terrorist orga- SEC. 714. SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING COV- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- nizations, as well as recommendations for ERAGE OF APPROPRIATE THERA- self such time as I may consume. improving or expanding existing training op- PIES FOR DEPENDENTS WITH AU- Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank portunities. TISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD). (c) FORM.—The report required by sub- the ranking member of this committee, (a) FINDING.—Congress finds that physical, section (a) shall be submitted in unclassified occupational, speech, and applied behavioral Mr. ELIOT ENGEL, for his work on this form, but may include a classified annex in analysis (ABA) therapies are evidenced-based important piece of legislation to pro- accordance with the protection of intel- interventions proven to bring about positive tect U.S. personnel overseas, to im- ligence sources and methods. change and assist in the long term develop- prove the oversight of the Department (d) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- ment of children with autism spectrum dis- TEES DEFINED.—In this section, the term of State, and to modernize its work- order (ASD). ‘‘appropriate congressional committees’’ force. And I would also like to thank means— (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of the other members of the committee (1) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Congress that the Secretary should endeavor for their input as well on this legisla- Committee on the Armed Services, the Com- to ensure coverage and access, for depend- tion. mittee on Homeland Security, the Com- ents with ASD of overseas employees, to the The world is not getting any easier mittee on the Judiciary, and the Permanent therapies described in subsection (a), includ- ing through telehealth, computer software for the men and women serving over- Select Committee on Intelligence of the seas who represent this country at the House of Representatives; and programs, or alternative means if appro- (2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, priate providers are not accessible due to Department of State. These men and the Committee on Armed Services, the Com- such employees’ placement overseas. women work with many other agen- mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- SEC. 715. REPEAL OF OBSOLETE REPORTS. cies, including the Defense Depart- mental Affairs, the Committee on the Judi- (a) REPEAL OF CERTAIN REPORTING RE- ment. They have got a wide range of ciary, and the Select Committee on Intel- QUIREMENTS.—The following provisions of very important responsibilities. ligence of the Senate. law are repealed: They try to broker peace agreements. SEC. 711. REPORT ON DEPARTMENT INFORMA- (1) Section 12 of the Foreign Service Build- And, of course, not everybody wants TION TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION ings Act, 1926 (Act of May 7, 1926, 22 U.S.C. PRACTICES. peace in these agreements. They have 303). (a) REPORT REQUIRED.—Not later than 90 to fight human trafficking. In other (2) Section 404 of the Foreign Relations Au- days after the date of the enactment of this words, they have got to stand up to the thorization Act, Fiscal Years 1992 and 1993 Act, the Secretary shall submit to the appro- (Public Law 102–138, 22 U.S.C. 2778 note). criminal syndicates in some of these priate congressional committees a report de- countries. They have got to help our tailing the Department’s information tech- (b) OTHER REPORTING REFORM.— (1) Section 613 of the Foreign Relations Au- fellow Americans in distress. That is nology acquisition practices. just to name a few of the dangerous (b) ELEMENTS OF REPORT.—The report re- thorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law quired under subsection (a) shall include the 107–228, 22 U.S.C. 6901 note) is amended— tasks that they undertake. They work following elements: (A) by striking subsection (b); hard, often in very challenging, even (1) Agency chief investment officer author- (B) by striking ‘‘(a) POLICY.—’’; and life-threatening circumstances, so they ity enhancements, including reporting on in- (C) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) deserve our support, which includes re- cremental developments regarding whether as subsections (a) and (b), respectively, and forming a department that sorely information technology investments are de- moving such subsections, as so redesignated, needs to modernize. two ems to the left. livering functionality every six months. Mr. Speaker, the annual authoriza- (2) Enhanced transparency and risk man- (2) Section 721 of Appendix G of the Con- agement, including the methodology for cal- solidated Appropriations Act of 2000 (Public tion of the Department of State is crit- culating risk. Law 106–113, 22 U.S.C. 287 note) is amended— ical to maintaining congressional over- (3) The frequency and status of agency- (A) by striking subsection (c); and sight and making these needed agency wide portfolio reviews to identify opportuni- (B) by redesignating subsection (d) as sub- reforms. The House has passed an au- ties for information technology efficiency, section (c). thorization bill in each of the last six effectiveness, duplication, and potential sav- (3) Section 10 of the Palestinian Anti-Ter- Congresses, but, unfortunately, it has ings. rorism Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–446, 22 been 15 years since this legislation was U.S.C. 2378b note) is amended— (4) Data center consolidation and optimiza- signed into law. This year, we have an tion, including potential savings. (A) by striking subsection (b); and opportunity to break that unfortunate SEC. 712. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF REPORTS ON (B) by redesignating subsection (c) as sub- NOMINEES TO BE CHIEFS OF MIS- section (b). streak, which makes this legislation SION. (4) Section 1207 of the Bob Stump National all the more important. Not later than seven days after submitting Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year First and foremost, the bill includes the report required under section 304(a)(4) of 2003 (Public Law 107–314, 22 U.S.C. 6901 note) a number of critical embassy security the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. is amended— reforms and improvements. For exam- 3944(a)(4)) to the Committee on Foreign Re- (A) by striking subsection (d); and ple, the Department will be authorized lations of the Senate, the President shall (B) by redesignating subsection (e) as sub- make the report available to the public, in- section (d). to use so-called best value criteria cluding by posting the report on the website (5) Subsection (c) of section 601 of the For- when contracting for local guards at of the Department in a conspicuous manner eign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4001) is U.S. facilities overseas. This is an im- and location. amended by striking paragraphs (4) and (5). portant change.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.018 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7173 This authority has consistently been Authorizing and overseeing the State get what you pay for, and when it requested by the professionals over- Department is one of our committee’s comes to the safety of our diplomats, seeing the security at our embassies most important responsibilities. As the we should be focused on quality in ad- and has been a particular focus of two Obama administration comes to an end dition to cost; so we have included a members of the committee. So I would and we deal with the uncertainties of a provision that calls for the best value like to thank LOIS FRANKEL and RANDY transition in power, it is important security rather than the lowest cost. WEBER for their work. that Congress help to set the tone for There is a lot of value in keeping our The bill requires the State Depart- the future of our foreign policy. We diplomats safe, and I want to thank ment to designate a list of high-risk, need to do all we can to ensure the fu- representative LOIS FRANKEL for her high-threat posts, effectively ture of America’s leadership role in the work on this provision. prioritizing the resources and the secu- world. With this bill, we have also focused on improving the security of what we rity for these posts. Now, these are the b 1745 posts most at risk. The State Depart- call ‘‘soft targets,’’ not typical diplo- ment and Defense Department are di- This bill is also long, long overdue as matic facilities, but things like schools rected to jointly develop enhanced con- the chairman pointed out. The last and schoolbuses for the children of dip- tingency plans. Why? Because there are time the President signed a State De- lomats abroad. going to be surprises overseas. There partment authorization was in the year It is also important that the State are going to be emergency situations, 2002. So much has changed since then— Department reflect who we are as a including planning for the rapid de- from the invasion of Iraq and the sub- country. America is made up of people ployment of military resources to keep sequent rise of ISIS to the ascendance from all different backgrounds and per- our personnel safe in a time of crisis. of the Asia-Pacific in our foreign pol- spectives. Our diversity is one of our It includes provisions that improve icy to the growing threat of climate strengths. Our Foreign Service should security for the children and the fami- change. benefit from that strength and reflect lies of U.S. diplomats abroad. And it Think about the way terrorist groups it back to the world. makes sure that security failures, due use social media to recruit fighters and We also need to incorporate that to misconduct or due to unsatisfactory spread propaganda. This has become a strength into our foreign policy. A di- performance, are identified and those major foreign policy concern; yet the verse workforce means a diversity of responsible are held accountable, some- last time we passed the State Depart- views and experiences to aid our lead- thing that did not happen when it came ment authorization, Twitter and ers when they face tough decisions. Old to the Islamist terrorist attack in Facebook were still a few years from ways of thinking and worn-out ap- Benghazi. No one lost a day of pay as a coming online. Imagine that. That is proaches aren’t well suited to the mod- consequence of the mistakes made just one example. In nearly 15 years, ern range of challenges our diplomats there. countless issues have cropped up as face. This bill will push the Depart- The bill increases accountability also new foreign policy concerns, and tradi- ment to recruit, train, and retain a di- for sexual exploitation and abuse by tional areas of diplomacy and develop- verse workforce. Reports tell us that U.N. peacekeepers, which the Foreign ment have evolved. This bill will help the State Department has been slow to Affairs Committee has helped expose the State Department keep pace with change in these areas, so we want to through the hearings by Chairman the changes. give those efforts a shot in the arm. CHRIS SMITH. I would like to underscore a few pro- Additionally, I thank Chairman It also increases transparency for visions in this bill that I think are es- ROYCE for including my Western Hemi- how U.S. funds are spent at the United pecially important. The main thing I sphere Drug Policy Commission legis- Nations and mandates that the Depart- want to talk about is the heart and lation in this bill. The heroin epidemic ment work to increase the number of soul of American diplomacy: our dip- in this country is getting worse and American citizens employed by the lomats. Our diplomats are at the core worse. We need to make sure that our United Nations. This has been a focus of this bill. We want them to have the drug policy is focused on saving lives. of Mr. MO BROOKS. tools and resources for success. Here at home, that means doing more We have also included important pro- These men and women pursue a path on prevention and treatment. Looking visions to bolster the State Depart- of public service unlike any other, abroad, we need to take stock of what ment’s inspector general, an office that going to work—sometimes in dan- has worked and what hasn’t when it the Foreign Affairs Committee success- gerous places—as America’s face to the comes to our drug policy in Latin fully fought to have filled after it sat world. Diplomats are our front line of America and the Caribbean. That is vacant for 5 years. international engagement, advancing what this commission will do, and I am And lastly, the bill increases flexi- our interests and building bridges of grateful this measure is moving for- bility in the Department’s workforce, friendship and understanding. This is ward. allowing civil servants more opportuni- incredibly important work. It requires That idea, taking stock of our suc- ties to serve overseas and authorizing a the right people for the job—people cesses and failures, brings me to a few pilot program to acquire skilled work- with the skill, training, and confidence final thoughts on this bill. Even ers from the private sector. to carry out their work. though Congress has a role in foreign The passage of this legislation, S. We need to do all we can to enable policy, we are outside the day-to-day 1635, would strengthen the law. It is a our diplomats to carry out diplomacy. decisionmaking structures. That out- bipartisan bill, it improves congres- They need to be able to get out from side perspective gives us a chance to sional oversight of the Department, behind a desk and engage directly with step back and ask: What can we be and I think it deserves unanimous sup- cultures and communities, from gov- doing better? Where can we cut away port. ernment officials to civil society dead wood? What changes going on in I reserve the balance of my time. groups to everyday people on the the world require us to change our ap- Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- street; so we have included provisions proach? self such time as I may consume. in this bill that are focused on the se- Our State Department personnel may I rise in support of this bill. curity of our Embassies and on the have great new ideas about the way to Mr. Speaker, let me start by thank- proper training of our personnel. advance our interests, but they are ing my friend and the chairman of the We need the best possible security for constrained by existing law or are Foreign Affairs Committee, ED ROYCE our Embassies and diplomats abroad, bogged down in the constant hard work of California. He and I and our staffs and good security doesn’t always come demanded of them. Let’s be honest. By have been working on this bill for most cheap. This bill says that, when the their nature, bureaucracies tend not to of the 114th Congress. This may be the State Department hires local personnel change on their own. That is when Con- last Foreign Affairs bill the House will to protect our diplomatic facilities and gress needs to step in and say: ‘‘We can deal with this year, and it is an appro- staff, they shouldn’t be constrained help to solve this problem. We can priate capstone for the committee’s only to take the lowest cost bid. After make it easier for our diplomats to do work. all, the rule is generally true that you their jobs.’’ The thing is that we have

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Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 we are missing opportunities to bolster important work of ensuring the most minutes to the gentleman from Vir- American diplomacy and national se- effective security possible for our For- ginia (Mr. CONNOLLY), my good friend curity. eign Service and Americans abroad by and colleague on the Foreign Affairs Last week, we voted on the Defense directing joint DOD-State contingency Committee. Authorization Act. It included 80 provi- plans—including the rapid deployment Mr. CONNOLLY. I thank the gen- sions that fell, at least in part, under of Armed Forces—the designation of tleman from New York (Mr. ENGEL), the jurisdiction of the Foreign Affairs high-risk, high-threat posts with ade- my dear friend and the distinguished Committee when it landed on the quate funding and training commensu- ranking member of the House Foreign President’s desk. I respect our friends rate with the danger, and the utiliza- Affairs Committee. on the Armed Services Committee a tion of ‘‘best value’’ contracting. I rise today in support of S. 1635, the great deal, but I hear their message The bill provides numerous enhance- Department of State Authorities Act. There is an expression in Latin. I stud- loud and clear, that if we don’t act in ments of personnel issues for our men ied Latin for 6 years, but I rarely get to our own jurisdiction, someone else will. and women in the Foreign Service— I am encouraged that we have made from promotion opportunities to up- use it. It is mirabile dictu—wonderful it this far on this bill. I hope it be- dated cost-of-living adjustments to im- to relate—that we are actually going to pass the State Department author- comes a regular part of our commit- proved care of Foreign Service officers’ ization bill. tee’s work and that, a year from now, children-dependents with autism spec- The bill is not perfect, and it is not we are back here debating more good trum disorders. as comprehensive as one would hope; ideas about improving American diplo- During markup—and I thank the however, it is a product of compromise macy. For now, I again thank the chair for being so gracious for sup- under the fine leadership of ED ROYCE chairman. I am glad to support this porting it—I sponsored an amendment and ELIOT ENGEL. It is a welcome step that was approved that recognizes ap- bill, and I urge all my colleagues to do toward the annual authorization of the the same. plied behavior analysis, or ABA, as State Department operations I know I reserve the balance of my time. proven evidence-based intervention for we will get to next year. The regular Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 4 autistic children and that the Sec- enactment of a State Department au- minutes to the gentleman from New retary of State should ensure that cov- thorization is a long-neglected pri- Jersey (Mr. SMITH). He is the chairman erage of and access to ABA for depend- ority, and the clarity of our diplomacy of the Foreign Affairs Subcommittee ents with ASD of overseas employees is and development missions have suf- on Africa, Global Health, Global provided. fered absent one. Congress has not en- Human Rights, and International Orga- I travel all over the world, and I acted a full State authorization bill nizations. often hear from Foreign Service Offi- since 2002. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. I thank cers who cannot get ABA treatment for In a similar vein, the Foreign Assist- my good friend, the distinguished their children. They are anguished be- ance Act has not undergone a com- chairman of the Foreign Affairs Com- cause, if they try to go to a deploy- prehensive reauthorization since 1985, mittee, Mr. ROYCE, for his leadership ment where that is provided, it may when I was a staff member on the Sen- on this important bill. I thank ELIOT hinder their Foreign Service careers; ate Foreign Relations Committee. I ENGEL, the ranking member, and, of and, of course, they put their children have introduced the Global Partner- course, Senators CORKER and CARDIN. first. That shouldn’t be the case. There ships Act, which would do just that, This is a true bipartisan piece of legis- should be no choice. The children need and I have tried to streamline and lation. I thank my colleagues for their to be supported as well as the Foreign modernize the Foreign Assistance Act leadership on this. Service Officers. of 1961. Mr. Speaker, a highly skilled group The House Foreign Affairs Com- The bill on the floor today codifies of Foreign Service Officers—about mittee also adopted another amend- high standards for Embassy security 15,000 strong—are deployed worldwide ment I offered during markup, which is practices and ensures that we are mak- to promote peace and human rights, to whistleblower protections for U.N. per- ing smart investments in diplomatic support prosperity, and to protect sonnel—we have had hearings on that security. It also fights discrimination Americans while advancing the vital in our subcommittee—the capacity to and promotes diversity within the For- interests of the United States abroad. investigate allegations of sexual ex- eign Service. For most, posting overseas requires se- ploitation committed by peacekeepers I thank the committee—and particu- rious personal sacrifice. For some, de- and to hold those who commit such larly our leaders, Chairman ROYCE and ployment entails serious danger—from heinous crimes accountable. Ranking Member ENGEL—for including disease, crime, and terrorism. Mr. Speaker, I have traveled to my amendment that requires the State Mr. Speaker, after the American Em- places like Goma, in the DRC, where Department to report on its compli- bassies in Dar es Salaam and Nairobi peacekeepers were raping 13-year- ance with the Federal Information were attacked by terrorists in August olds—U.N. peacekeepers. The series of Technology Acquisition Reform Act, of 1998, I chaired hearings on Embassy hearings that we held on it found that FITARA, which is the Federal IT re- security in my subcommittee and au- the zero tolerance policy of the U.N. form bill I introduced and wrote with thored the Admiral James W. Nance was really zero compliance. That has Mr. ISSA. and Meg Donovan Foreign Relations to improve. There have been some im- I support this bill because it enables Authorization Act of 2000 and 2001 to provements made but far fewer than the kind of serious, credible, and ambi- significantly boost Embassy security, what are required. This legislation tious diplomacy that can solve the including reconfigured Embassies, set- helps to push that ball significantly world’s most intractable challenges, backs—a zone that puts the street far- down that lane. Hopefully, the peace- and I urge my colleagues to give it ther away from the building—and addi- keepers will do just that—protect. It is their full support. tional diplomatic security personnel. a duty for us to make sure that that Again, I congratulate our staffs—and The bill, dubbed the ‘‘Embassy Secu- happens. There are many other good particularly our chairman and ranking rity Act,’’ which passed the House in things in this bill. member, Mr. ROYCE and Mr. ENGEL, re- 1999, never even got a vote in the Sen- Again, I thank Chairman ROYCE for spectively—for their leadership in ate; but after much lobbying, my bill his leadership. bringing this bill before us today. was included in its entirety in the FY Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, in reclaim- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I reserve 2000 appropriations omnibus. In 2005, ing my time, I thank CHRIS SMITH for the balance of my time.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.028 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7175 Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- predominantly Muslim countries or threat, high-risk places like South self such time as I may consume. communities, including individuals Sudan, like the Central African Repub- I am waiting for one other speaker; who have studied at Islamic institu- lic, Yemen, Libya. It is our responsi- so, while we are waiting, let me at tions of higher learning.’’ bility to make sure that U.S. personnel least partially close. I know this was not submitted by a at these posts have every available I, first of all, thank Chairman Muslim—far from it—but although we means of protection, and this bill au- ROYCE’s staff for their hard work on desperately need people who have lived thorizes the Department to make crit- this very important bill. I thank Tom and studied in this area, to tell the ical upgrades in Embassy security. Sheehy, Ed Burrier, Tom Hill, and Secretary of State that the Secretary This bill also mandates that the De- Doug Anderson, and on my staff, Jason shall make every effort to get people partment uses leverage at the United Steinbaum, Doug Campbell, Eric like this is the way our enemies take Nations to make improvements that Jacobstein, Janice Kaguyutan, Sajit advantage of us. We should not be tell- have been ignored for too long. In just Gandhi, Jennifer Hendrixson White, ing the Secretary to make every effort. the last year, we have heard horrific and Mark Iozzi. We can only do as well As a former chief justice, that is the stories of peacekeepers sexually abus- as the wonderful staff that we have, kind of thing—you have to say, well, he ing and exploiting those they are sent and it is really appreciated, I know, by didn’t make every effort or she didn’t to protect. Sadly, these are not the Chairman ROYCE and by me. make every effort. We should not be co- first instances of such predatory behav- As was said before, Mr. Speaker, ercing the State Department to hire ior, but the United Nations has failed every single year, Congress passes a de- people who—if they are not appropriate to take steps to stop it. fense authorization. It happens without or have Muslim ties, they should not be Oversight is necessary at any agency. fail, and it should. It is a vitally impor- pushed into the State Department. It took 5 years for the Department’s in- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, let me say tant piece of legislation, and we have spector general position to be filled, in response that we should hire, in the an obligation to give our women and and this bill makes sure that the De- State Department, people who do have men in uniform the support and the re- partment’s watchdog has all the tools some experience. We should have some sources they need. it needs to perform its mandate. people there with some experience with This bill deserves our support. The b 1800 Muslim culture and Muslim countries, other body should move quickly so with that kind of a background. But The work of our diplomats is very that these critical reforms can be that said, we want to work with the different, but it is also critical to our signed into law by the President. national security. These dedicated pub- gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOHMERT) on implementation of this bill to make I yield back the balance of my time. lic servants help to project stability, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The enhance security, and diffuse crises be- certain that these concerns are han- dled. question is on the motion offered by fore they start. the gentleman from California (Mr. From a dollars-and-cents perspective, Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. ROYCE) that the House suspend the it makes a lot more sense to prevent rules and pass the bill, S. 1635, as crises than to try to stop them after FRANKEL). Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speak- amended. they are burning out of control. We The question was taken. need diplomacy to succeed so that er, I thank Chairman ROYCE and Rank- ing Member ENGEL, first, for the great The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the using our military remains the last re- bipartisan work. I really appreciate opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being sort in our foreign policy. This legisla- being on this committee. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. tion will help ensure that our diplo- I want to tell you a story that one of Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, on that macy does succeed. our Ambassadors told me that I I demand the yeas and nays. I hope this bill gets across the finish thought was amazing. I won’t say her The yeas and nays were ordered. line soon; I hope the Senate does its name or where she was, but she told me The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- job; and I hope we make a State De- she was overseas. The security that ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- partment authorization a yearly pri- they hired was so poor that they actu- ceedings on this motion will be post- ority for the Foreign Affairs Com- ally had to hire criminals; and her se- poned. mittee, for the Congress, and for the curity guard not only robbed her and f American people. her family, but killed their dog. That is I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote on this bill. just an example of some of the quality RECESS I yield back the balance of my time. of security that we had for our Ambas- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 sadors, who deserve absolutely our ut- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair minutes to the gentleman from Texas most protection. declares the House in recess until ap- (Mr. GOHMERT). So I just want to thank both the proximately 6:30 p.m. today. Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, I am a chairman and the ranking member for Accordingly (at 6 o’clock and 8 min- big fan of Chairman ROYCE’s work, and working with me to get this provision utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. I appreciate all the work of the com- in this bill that now is going to let our f mittee in these difficult areas. State Department get well-qualified se- Sometimes in trying to bring to- curity for Embassies, which they de- b 1830 gether a big authorization bill like serve to have. AFTER RECESS this, language gets inserted that can be Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- problematic. On page 105, for example, self such time as I may consume. The recess having expired, the House section 713, ‘‘Recruitment and reten- I want to thank the gentlewoman was called to order by the Speaker pro tion of individuals who have lived, from Florida for her contribution to tempore (Mr. HARDY) at 6 o’clock and worked, or studied in predominantly this legislation. 30 minutes p.m. Muslim countries or communities,’’ we Mr. Speaker, as chairman, I also f know that one of our problems when want to thank our ranking member, ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER we were trying to deal with radical Mr. ENGEL. I want to thank all my Islam is, number one, our President committee colleagues for their con- PRO TEMPORE doesn’t recognize radical Islam, al- tributions to this bill. I think we The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- though some of the best experts who should take the opportunity to thank ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings are radical Islamists say, yes, it exists, our counterparts, Senator CORKER and will resume on motions to suspend the and Muslim friends like President el- Senator CARDIN, in the Senate for rules previously postponed. Sisi acknowledge it is a problem. working with us to bring the first Votes will be taken in the following For example, here in subsection C, it State authorization bill to the Presi- order: says: ‘‘The Secretary shall make every dent’s desk in over 15 years. H.R. 5015, by the yeas and nays; effort to recruit and retain individuals Today, the Department is consid- H.R. 6427, by the yeas and nays; that have lived, worked, or studied in ering how to deploy diplomats in high- S. 1635, by the yeas and nays.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.030 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7176 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 The first electronic vote will be con- Johnson, Sam Moore Scott, Austin A motion to reconsider was laid on ducted as a 15-minute vote. Remaining Jones Moulton Scott, David the table. Jordan Mullin Sensenbrenner electronic votes will be conducted as 5- Joyce Murphy (FL) Serrano f minute votes. Kaptur Murphy (PA) Sessions Katko Nadler Sewell (AL) CREATING FINANCIAL PROS- f Keating Neal Sherman Kelly (IL) Neugebauer Shimkus PERITY FOR BUSINESSES AND COMBAT-INJURED VETERANS TAX Kelly (MS) Noem Shuster INVESTORS ACT FAIRNESS ACT OF 2016 Kelly (PA) Nolan Simpson Kennedy Norcross Sinema The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Kind Nugent Sires finished business is the vote on the mo- finished business is the vote on the mo- King (IA) Nunes Slaughter tion to suspend the rules and pass the King (NY) O’Rourke tion to suspend the rules and pass the Smith (MO) bill (H.R. 6427) to improve the oper- Kinzinger (IL) Olson Smith (NE) bill (H.R. 5015) to restore amounts im- Kline Palazzo Smith (NJ) ation of United States capital markets, Knight Pallone properly withheld for tax purposes Smith (TX) and for other purposes, on which the Kuster Palmer from severance payments to individ- Smith (WA) Labrador Pascrell yeas and nays were ordered. Speier uals who retired or separated from LaHood Paulsen The Clerk read the title of the bill. Stefanik service in the Armed Forces for com- Lamborn Payne Stewart The SPEAKER pro tempore. The bat-related injuries, and for other pur- Lance Pearce question is on the motion offered by Langevin Pelosi Stivers poses, as amended, on which the yeas Larsen (WA) Perlmutter Swalwell (CA) the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. and nays were ordered. Larson (CT) Perry Takano GARRETT) that the House suspend the The Clerk read the title of the bill. Latta Peters Thompson (CA) Thompson (MS) rules and pass the bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Lawrence Peterson Levin Pingree Thompson (PA) This is a 5-minute vote. question is on the motion offered by Lewis Pittenger Thornberry The vote was taken by electronic de- the gentleman from Texas (Mr. BRADY) Lieu, Ted Pitts Tiberi vice, and there were—yeas 391, nays 2, that the House suspend the rules and Lipinski Pocan Tipton not voting 40, as follows: LoBiondo Poliquin Titus pass the bill, as amended. Loebsack Polis Tonko [Roll No. 602] The vote was taken by electronic de- Lofgren Pompeo Torres YEAS—391 vice, and there were—yeas 392, nays 0, Long Posey Trott Abraham Comer Gohmert not voting 41, as follows: Loudermilk Price (NC) Tsongas Love Price, Tom Turner Adams Comstock Goodlatte [Roll No. 601] Lowenthal Quigley Upton Aderholt Conaway Gosar Aguilar Connolly Gowdy YEAS—392 Lowey Rangel Valadao Lucas Ratcliffe Van Hollen Allen Conyers Graham Abraham Clyburn Foster Luetkemeyer Reed Vargas Amash Cook Granger Adams Coffman Foxx Amodei Cooper Graves (GA) Lujan Grisham Renacci Veasey Aderholt Cohen Frankel (FL) Ashford Costa Graves (LA) (NM) Ribble Vela Aguilar Cole Franks (AZ) Babin Courtney Graves (MO) Luja´ n, Ben Ray Rice (NY) Vela´ zquez Allen Collins (GA) Frelinghuysen Barletta Cramer Grayson (NM) Rice (SC) Visclosky Amash Collins (NY) Fudge Barr Crawford Green, Al Lummis Rigell Wagner Amodei Comer Gabbard Barton Crenshaw Green, Gene Lynch Roby Walberg Ashford Comstock Gallego MacArthur Roe (TN) Bass Crowley Griffith Babin Conaway Garamendi Walden Beatty Cuellar Grijalva Maloney, Rogers (AL) Walker Barletta Connolly Garrett Carolyn Rogers (KY) Benishek Culberson Grothman Barr Conyers Gibbs Walorski Bera Cummings Guinta Maloney, Sean Rokita Walters, Mimi Barton Cook Gibson Marino Rooney (FL) Beyer Curbelo (FL) Guthrie Walz Bass Cooper Gohmert Massie Ros-Lehtinen Bilirakis Davidson Gutie´rrez Wasserman Beatty Costa Goodlatte Matsui Roskam Bishop (GA) Davis (CA) Hanabusa Schultz Benishek Costello (PA) Gosar McCarthy Ross Bishop (MI) Davis, Danny Hardy Waters, Maxine Bera Courtney Gowdy McCaul Rothfus Bishop (UT) Davis, Rodney Harper Watson Coleman Beyer Cramer Graham McClintock Rouzer Black DeFazio Harris Weber (TX) Bilirakis Crawford Granger McCollum Roybal-Allard Blackburn DeGette Hartzler Bishop (GA) Crenshaw Graves (GA) McGovern Royce Webster (FL) Blum Delaney Hastings Bishop (MI) Crowley Graves (LA) McHenry Ruiz Welch Blumenauer DeLauro Heck (NV) Bishop (UT) Cuellar Graves (MO) McKinley Ruppersberger Wenstrup Bonamici Denham Heck (WA) Black Culberson Grayson McMorris Russell Westerman Bost Dent Hensarling Blackburn Cummings Green, Al Rodgers Ryan (OH) Williams Boustany DeSantis Herrera Beutler Blum Curbelo (FL) Green, Gene McNerney Salmon Wilson (FL) Boyle, Brendan DeSaulnier Higgins Blumenauer Davidson Griffith McSally Sa´ nchez, Linda Wilson (SC) F. DesJarlais Hill Bonamici Davis (CA) Grijalva Meadows T. Womack Brady (PA) Deutch Himes Bost Davis, Danny Grothman Meehan Sanford Woodall Brady (TX) Diaz-Balart Hinojosa Boustany Davis, Rodney Guinta Meeks Sarbanes Yoder Brat Dingell Holding Boyle, Brendan DeFazio Guthrie Meng Scalise Yoho Brooks (AL) Doggett Hoyer F. DeGette Gutie´rrez Messer Schakowsky Young (AK) Brooks (IN) Dold Hudson Brady (PA) Delaney Hanabusa Mica Schiff Young (IA) Brownley (CA) Donovan Huelskamp Brady (TX) DeLauro Hardy Miller (FL) Schrader Young (IN) Buchanan Doyle, Michael Huffman Brat Denham Harper Moolenaar Schweikert Zeldin Buck F. Huizenga (MI) Brooks (AL) Dent Hartzler Mooney (WV) Scott (VA) Zinke Bucshon Duckworth Hultgren Brooks (IN) DeSantis Hastings Burgess Duncan (SC) Hurd (TX) Brownley (CA) DeSaulnier Heck (NV) NOT VOTING—41 Bustos Duncan (TN) Israel Buchanan DesJarlais Heck (WA) Becerra Harris Mulvaney Butterfield Ellison Issa Buck Deutch Hensarling Byrne Emmer (MN) Jackson Lee Bridenstine Hice, Jody B. Napolitano Bucshon Diaz-Balart Herrera Beutler Calvert Engel Jeffries Brown (FL) Honda Newhouse Burgess Dingell Higgins Carney Hunter Capps Eshoo Jenkins (KS) Poe (TX) ´ Bustos Doggett Hill Chu, Judy Hurt (VA) Cardenas Esty Jenkins (WV) Butterfield Dold Himes Reichert Carson (IN) Evans Johnson (GA) Clawson (FL) Jolly Richmond Byrne Donovan Hinojosa DelBene Kildee Carter (GA) Farenthold Johnson (OH) Calvert Doyle, Michael Holding Rohrabacher Carter (TX) Fitzpatrick Johnson, E. B. Duffy Kilmer Rush Capps F. Hoyer Edwards Kirkpatrick Cartwright Fleischmann Johnson, Sam Sanchez, Loretta Capuano Duckworth Hudson Ellmers (NC) LaMalfa Castor (FL) Fleming Jones ´ Stutzman Cardenas Duncan (SC) Huelskamp Farr Lee Castro (TX) Flores Jordan Westmoreland Carson (IN) Duncan (TN) Huffman Fincher Marchant Chabot Fortenberry Joyce Carter (GA) Ellison Huizenga (MI) Forbes McDermott Wittman Chaffetz Foster Kaptur Carter (TX) Emmer (MN) Hultgren Hanna Miller (MI) Yarmuth Cicilline Foxx Katko Cartwright Engel Hurd (TX) Clark (MA) Frankel (FL) Keating Castor (FL) Eshoo Israel Clarke (NY) Franks (AZ) Kelly (IL) Castro (TX) Esty Issa b 1852 Clay Frelinghuysen Kelly (MS) Chabot Evans Jackson Lee Cleaver Fudge Kelly (PA) Chaffetz Farenthold Jeffries So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Clyburn Gabbard Kennedy Cicilline Fitzpatrick Jenkins (KS) tive) the rules were suspended and the Coffman Gallego Kind Clark (MA) Fleischmann Jenkins (WV) bill, as amended, was passed. Cohen Garamendi King (IA) Clarke (NY) Fleming Johnson (GA) Cole Garrett King (NY) Clay Flores Johnson (OH) The result of the vote was announced Collins (GA) Gibbs Kinzinger (IL) Cleaver Fortenberry Johnson, E. B. as above recorded. Collins (NY) Gibson Kline

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.033 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7177 Knight Nunes Sewell (AL) The result of the vote was announced Labrador Olson Shimkus Kuster O’Rourke Sherman as above recorded. LaHood Palazzo Shuster Labrador Olson Shimkus Lamborn Pallone Simpson LaHood Palazzo Shuster A motion to reconsider was laid on Lance Palmer Sinema Lamborn Pallone Simpson the table. Langevin Pascrell Sires Lance Palmer Sinema Larsen (WA) Paulsen Slaughter Langevin Pascrell Sires f Larson (CT) Payne Smith (MO) Larsen (WA) Paulsen Slaughter Latta Pearce Smith (NE) Larson (CT) Payne Smith (MO) DEPARTMENT OF STATE OPER- Lawrence Pelosi Smith (NJ) Latta Pearce Smith (NE) Levin Perlmutter Smith (TX) Lawrence Pelosi Smith (NJ) ATIONS AUTHORIZATION AND Lewis Perry Smith (WA) Levin Perlmutter Smith (TX) EMBASSY SECURITY ACT, FIS- Lieu, Ted Peters Speier Lewis Perry Smith (WA) Lipinski Peterson CAL YEAR 2016 Stefanik Lieu, Ted Peters Speier LoBiondo Pingree Stewart Lipinski Peterson Stefanik The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Loebsack Pittenger LoBiondo Pingree Stewart finished business is the vote on the mo- Lofgren Pitts Stivers Swalwell (CA) Loebsack Pittenger Stivers tion to suspend the rules and pass the Long Pocan Lofgren Pitts Swalwell (CA) Loudermilk Poliquin Takano Long Pocan Takano bill (S. 1635) to authorize the Depart- Love Polis Thompson (CA) Loudermilk Poliquin Thompson (CA) ment of State for fiscal year 2016, and Lowenthal Pompeo Thompson (MS) Love Polis Thompson (MS) for other purposes, as amended, on Lowey Posey Thompson (PA) Lowenthal Pompeo Thompson (PA) Lucas Price (NC) Thornberry Lowey Posey Thornberry which the yeas and nays were ordered. Luetkemeyer Price, Tom Tiberi Lucas Price (NC) Tiberi The Clerk read the title of the bill. Lujan Grisham Quigley Tipton Luetkemeyer Price, Tom Tipton The SPEAKER pro tempore. The (NM) Rangel Titus Lujan Grisham Quigley Titus question is on the motion offered by Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ratcliffe Tonko (NM) Rangel Tonko (NM) Reed Torres Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ratcliffe Torres the gentleman from California (Mr. Lummis Renacci Trott (NM) Reed Trott ROYCE) that the House suspend the Lynch Ribble Tsongas Lummis Renacci Tsongas rules and pass the bill, as amended. MacArthur Rice (NY) Turner MacArthur Ribble Turner This is a 5-minute vote. Maloney, Rice (SC) Upton Maloney, Rice (NY) Upton Carolyn Richmond Valadao Carolyn Rice (SC) Valadao The vote was taken by electronic de- Maloney, Sean Rigell Van Hollen Maloney, Sean Richmond Van Hollen vice, and there were—yeas 374, nays 16, Marino Roby Vargas Marino Rigell Vargas not voting 43, as follows: Matsui Roe (TN) Veasey Massie Roby Veasey McCarthy Rogers (AL) Vela Matsui Roe (TN) Vela [Roll No. 603] McCaul Rogers (KY) Vela´ zquez McCarthy Rogers (AL) Vela´ zquez YEAS—374 McClintock Rokita Visclosky McCaul Rogers (KY) Visclosky McCollum Rooney (FL) Wagner Abraham Comer Garrett McClintock Rokita Wagner McGovern Ros-Lehtinen Walberg McCollum Rooney (FL) Walberg Adams Comstock Gibbs McHenry Roskam Aderholt Connolly Gibson Walden McGovern Ros-Lehtinen Walden McKinley Ross Walker McHenry Roskam Walker Aguilar Conyers Gosar McMorris Rothfus Allen Cook Gowdy Walorski McKinley Ross Walorski Rodgers Rouzer Walters, Mimi McMorris Rothfus Walters, Mimi Amash Cooper Graham McNerney Roybal-Allard Walz Rodgers Rouzer Walz Amodei Costa Granger McSally Royce Wasserman McNerney Roybal-Allard Wasserman Ashford Courtney Graves (GA) Meadows Ruiz Schultz McSally Royce Schultz Barletta Cramer Graves (LA) Meehan Ruppersberger Waters, Maxine Meadows Ruiz Waters, Maxine Barr Crawford Graves (MO) Meeks Russell Watson Coleman Meehan Ruppersberger Watson Coleman Barton Crenshaw Grayson Meng Ryan (OH) Weber (TX) Meeks Russell Weber (TX) Bass Crowley Green, Al Mica Salmon Meng Ryan (OH) Webster (FL) Beatty Cuellar Green, Gene Miller (FL) Sa´ nchez, Linda Welch Mica Salmon Welch Benishek Culberson Grijalva Moolenaar T. Wenstrup Miller (FL) Sa´ nchez, Linda Wenstrup Bera Cummings Guinta Mooney (WV) Sanford Westerman Moolenaar T. Westerman Beyer Curbelo (FL) Guthrie Moore Sarbanes Williams Mooney (WV) Sanford Williams Bilirakis Davidson Gutie´rrez Moulton Scalise Wilson (FL) Moore Sarbanes Wilson (FL) Bishop (GA) Davis (CA) Hanabusa Mullin Schakowsky Wilson (SC) Moulton Scalise Wilson (SC) Bishop (MI) Davis, Danny Hardy Murphy (FL) Schiff Womack Mullin Schakowsky Womack Bishop (UT) Davis, Rodney Harper Murphy (PA) Schrader Woodall Murphy (FL) Schiff Woodall Blum DeFazio Hartzler Nadler Schweikert Yarmuth Murphy (PA) Schrader Yarmuth Blumenauer DeGette Hastings Neugebauer Scott (VA) Yoder Nadler Schweikert Yoder Bonamici Delaney Heck (NV) Noem Scott, Austin Yoho Neal Scott (VA) Yoho Bost DeLauro Heck (WA) Nolan Scott, David Young (AK) Neugebauer Scott, Austin Young (AK) Boustany Denham Hensarling Norcross Serrano Young (IA) Noem Scott, David Young (IA) Boyle, Brendan Dent Herrera Beutler Nugent Sessions Young (IN) Nolan Sensenbrenner Young (IN) F. DeSantis Higgins Nunes Sewell (AL) Zeldin Norcross Serrano Zeldin Brady (PA) DeSaulnier Hill O’Rourke Sherman Zinke Nugent Sessions Zinke Brady (TX) DesJarlais Himes Brooks (AL) Deutch Hinojosa NAYS—16 NAYS—2 Brooks (IN) Diaz-Balart Holding Babin Gohmert King (IA) Brownley (CA) Dingell Hoyer Capuano Lynch Black Goodlatte Massie Buchanan Doggett Hudson Blackburn Griffith Bucshon Dold Huelskamp Sensenbrenner NOT VOTING—40 Brat Grothman Burgess Donovan Huffman Webster (FL) Becerra Hanna Miller (MI) Buck Harris Bustos Doyle, Michael Huizenga (MI) Bridenstine Hice, Jody B. Conaway Jones Mulvaney Butterfield F. Hultgren Brown (FL) Honda Napolitano Byrne Duckworth Hurd (TX) Carney Hunter NOT VOTING—43 Newhouse Calvert Duncan (SC) Israel Chu, Judy Hurt (VA) Poe (TX) Capps Duncan (TN) Issa Becerra Hice, Jody B. Miller (MI) Clawson (FL) Jolly Reichert Capuano Ellison Jackson Lee Bridenstine Honda Mulvaney Costello (PA) Kildee Rohrabacher Ca´ rdenas Emmer (MN) Jeffries Brown (FL) Hunter Napolitano DelBene Kilmer Rush Carson (IN) Engel Jenkins (KS) Carney Hurt (VA) Neal Duffy Kirkpatrick Sanchez, Loretta Carter (GA) Eshoo Jenkins (WV) Chu, Judy Jolly Newhouse Edwards LaMalfa Stutzman Carter (TX) Esty Johnson (GA) Clawson (FL) Keating Poe (TX) Ellmers (NC) Lee Westmoreland Cartwright Evans Johnson (OH) Costello (PA) Kildee Reichert Farr Marchant DelBene Kilmer Wittman Castor (FL) Farenthold Johnson, E. B. Rohrabacher Fincher McDermott Duffy Kirkpatrick Castro (TX) Fitzpatrick Johnson, Sam Rush Forbes Messer Edwards Kline Chabot Fleischmann Jordan Sanchez, Loretta Ellmers (NC) LaMalfa ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Chaffetz Fleming Joyce Stutzman Cicilline Flores Kaptur Farr Lee The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Fincher Marchant Westmoreland Clark (MA) Fortenberry Katko Wittman the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Clarke (NY) Foster Kelly (IL) Forbes McDermott ing. Clay Foxx Kelly (MS) Hanna Messer Cleaver Frankel (FL) Kelly (PA) Clyburn Franks (AZ) Kennedy b 1902 Coffman Frelinghuysen Kind b 1910 So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Cohen Fudge King (NY) Messrs. CONAWAY, GOODLATTE, Cole Gabbard Kinzinger (IL) tive) the rules were suspended and the Collins (GA) Gallego Knight and GRIFFITH changed their vote bill was passed. Collins (NY) Garamendi Kuster from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE7.019 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE H7178 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 5, 2016 So (two-thirds being in the affirma- (B) two shall have a term of office of 4 (4) In section 217(b)(1)(A), strike ‘‘section tive) the rules were suspended and the years, 2338’’ and insert ‘‘sections 2338 and 2339’’. bill, as amended, was passed. as designated at the time of appointment by (5) In section 512(c), strike ‘‘Section 7511’’ The result of the vote was announced the persons specified in section 301(b) of such and insert ‘‘Section 7511(b)’’. Act (2 U.S.C. 1381(b)). (6) In section 707(b)(4), strike ‘‘pursuant to as above recorded. section 709’’ and insert ‘‘pursuant to section A motion to reconsider was laid on (2) MEMBERS REPLACING MEMBERS WHOSE TERMS EXPIRE IN MAY 2017.—In accordance 708’’. the table. with the first sentence of section 301(e) of (7) In the tables in section 4701, relating to PERSONAL EXPLANATION the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 Department of Energy National Security Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Madam Speaker, I was (2 U.S.C. 1381(e)), the members of the Board Programs, Infrastructure and Operations, of Directors of the Office of Compliance who Construction, strike ‘‘04–D–125–04 RLUOB absent on Monday, December 5, 2016. Had I equipment installation’’ and insert ‘‘04–D–125 been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on are appointed to replace the 2 members whose terms expire in May 2017 shall each Chemistry and metallurgy research replace- rollcall No. 601—H.R. 5015—Combat-Injured have a term of office of 5 years. ment project, LANL’’. Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016, as (b) SERVICE OF CURRENT MEMBERS.—Not- The concurrent resolution was agreed amended, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 602—H.R. withstanding the second sentence of section to. 6427—Creating Financial Prosperity for Busi- 301(e) of the Congressional Accountability A motion to reconsider was laid on nesses and Investors Act, and ‘‘yea’’ on roll- Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1381(e)) or section 3 of the table. the Office of Compliance Administrative and call No. 603—House Amendment to S. 1635— f Department of State Authorities Act, Fiscal Technical Corrections Act of 2015 (Public Year 2017, as amended. Law 114–6; 2 U.S.C. 1381 note)— UNITED NATIONS (1) an individual serving as a member of f the Board of Directors of the Office of Com- (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was pliance whose term expires in March 2017 given permission to address the House PRESIDENTIAL ALLOWANCE MOD- for 1 minute.) ERNIZATION ACT OF 2016—VETO may be reappointed to serve one additional term at the length designated under para- Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT graph (1) of subsection (a), but may not be er, last week, the United Nations Gen- OF THE UNITED STATES reappointed to any additional terms after eral Assembly passed six anti-Israel Mr. CHAFFETZ. Madam Speaker, that additional term expires; and resolutions, including yet another one notwithstanding the order of the House (2) an individual serving as a member of that denies and distances Jewish and of September 22, 2016, I ask unanimous the Board of Directors of the Office of Com- Christian ties to the Temple Mount. pliance whose term expires in May 2017 may consent that the veto message of the In fact, Madam Speaker, the General be reappointed to serve one additional term Assembly will have taken up 20 anti- President on the bill, H.R. 1777, to- at the length referred to in paragraph (2) of gether with the accompanying bill, be subsection (a), but may not be reappointed Israel resolutions by the end of this referred to the Committee on Oversight to any additional terms after that additional session and will have only brought up and Government Reform. term expires. four—one, two, three, four—measures The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. (c) PERMITTING MEMBERS TO SERVE UNTIL against some of the world’s worst MCSALLY). Is there objection to the re- APPOINTMENT OF SUCCESSORS.—Section 301(e) human rights violators like Iran, quest of the gentleman from Utah? of the Congressional Accountability Act of China, Russia, North Korea, Venezuela, 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1381(e)) is amended by adding There was no objection. and Cuba—combined. at the end the following new paragraph: This just underscores, Madam Speak- f ‘‘(3) PERMITTING SERVICE UNTIL APPOINT- er, the need for systemwide reforms at MENT OF SUCCESSOR.—A member of the Board PROVIDING FOR APPOINTMENT OF may serve after the expiration of that mem- the United Nations. MEMBERS OF BOARD OF DIREC- ber’s term until a successor has taken of- With the new administration, Madam TORS OF OFFICE OF COMPLI- fice.’’. Speaker, we have an opportunity in the ANCE The bill was ordered to be engrossed upcoming Congress to wield our consid- erable influence and leverage to pro- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. and read a third time, was read the mote and enact reforms by reassessing Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous con- third time, and passed, and a motion to how we contribute taxpayer dollars to sent that the Committee on House Ad- reconsider was laid on the table. the corrupt U.N. system. ministration be discharged from fur- f The U.S. must stop legitimizing this ther consideration of the bill (H.R. DIRECTING THE SECRETARY OF farce at the United Nations. It is time 6415) to provide for the appointment of THE SENATE TO MAKE TECH- for us to take action and bring much- members of the Board of Directors of NICAL CORRECTIONS IN THE EN- needed reforms. the Office of Compliance to replace ROLLMENT OF S. 2943 members whose terms expire during f 2017, and for other purposes, and ask Mr. THORNBERRY. Madam Speaker, b 1915 I send to the desk a concurrent resolu- for its immediate consideration in the PLEASE MEET DAISY ARVIZU House. tion and ask unanimous consent for its The Clerk read the title of the bill. immediate consideration in the House. (Mr. O’ROURKE asked and was given The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there The Clerk read the title of the con- permission to address the House for 1 objection to the request of the gen- current resolution. minute.) Mr. O’ROURKE. Madam Speaker, tleman from Illinois? The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there please meet Daisy Arvizu, who was one There was no objection. objection to the request of the gen- of over 300 El Pasoans to join us at a The text of the bill is as follows: tleman from Texas? DREAMers town hall that we held in H.R. 6415 There was no objection. The text of the concurrent resolution downtown El Paso at the Community Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- is as follows: Foundation Room with the Border Net- resentatives of the United States of America in work for Human Rights and Las Amer- Congress assembled, H. CON. RES. 179 icas Immigration Center last week. It SECTION 1. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF Resolved by the House of Representatives (the BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF OFFICE Senate concurring), That in the enrollment of was an opportunity for our community OF COMPLIANCE. the bill S. 2943, the Secretary of the Senate to come forward, both the DREAMers (a) APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS.— shall make the following corrections: in our community and those who sup- (1) MEMBERS REPLACING MEMBERS WHOSE (1) In section 212(a), strike ‘‘less two’’ and port the DREAMers, like Daisy who TERMS EXPIRE IN MARCH 2017.—Notwith- insert ‘‘less than two’’. was brought here at the tender age of 1 standing the first sentence of section 301(e) (2) In section 217(a)(1), strike ‘‘is amended’’ year and 8 months, who works two of the Congressional Accountability Act of and insert ‘‘as amended by section 821(a), is jobs, a day job and a night job, and is 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1381(e)), of the members of the further amended’’ and strike ‘‘2338’’ and in- Board of Directors of the Office of Compli- sert ‘‘2339’’. also a student at the El Paso Commu- ance who are appointed to replace the 3 (3) In section 217(a)(2), strike ‘‘is amended’’ nity College. members whose terms expire in March 2017— and insert ‘‘, as amended by section 821(b), is Because the President-elect has (A) one shall have a term of office of 3 further amended’’ and strike ‘‘2338’’ and in- vowed to terminate the executive ac- years; and sert ‘‘2339’’. tion known as DACA, that means Daisy

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:08 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K05DE7.039 H05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSK30MX082PROD with HOUSE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7179 has uncertainty, at a minimum. In the ladder one step at a time throughout United States, for his approval, the fol- worst case scenario, she will be de- his 20-year driving career to become lowing bills: ported back to a country she does not the legend he is today. H.R. 4419. To update the financial disclo- know, a language she does not speak, Every time Tony faced an obstacle, sure requirements for judges of the District and she and this country will lose the he overcame it with unmatched tenac- of Columbia courts and to make other im- benefit of her potential. ity. He is a reminder to all of us that provements to the District of Columbia Madam Speaker, we need to do the champions aren’t born winners; they courts. right thing. We need to keep Daisy and are built through hard work, grit, and H.R. 5785. To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for an annuity supplement the 700-plus other DREAMers in this determination. for certain air traffic controllers. country for the benefit of our country Tony is driven by that same H.R. 6297. To reauthorize the Iran Sanc- and the potential that they can bring doggedness off the track, leading Stew- tions Act of 1996. to the United States. I ask for your art-Haas Racing in my congressional H.R. 5111. To prohibit the use of certain help, the help of the Members here, and district in Kannapolis, North Carolina, clauses in form contracts that restrict the the President-elect in making sure and helping folks in need through the ability of a consumer to communicate re- that we do the right thing for this Tony Stewart Foundation. His role garding the goods or services offered in country and for young DREAMers like might be changing, but I know interstate commerce that were the subject of the contract, and for other purposes. Daisy. Smoke’s presence at the racetrack and H.R. 3471. To amend title 38, United States f his impact on the sport we love will Code, to make certain improvements in the continue. 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE provision of automobiles and adaptive equip- Renee and I applaud Tony for his out- ment by the Department of Veterans Affairs. STATE THEATRE standing career, and we wish him all Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania the best as he begins this next chapter. further reported that on December 5, asked and was given permission to ad- Madam Speaker, on behalf of North 2016, she presented to the President of dress the House for 1 minute and to re- Carolina’s Eighth District and racing the United States, for his approval, the vise and extend his remarks.) fans everywhere, I am proud to say following bills: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. congratulations to Tony—always a Madam Speaker, on Saturday evening, H.R. 5509. To name the Department of Vet- racer, forever a champion. erans Affairs temporary lodging facility in I had the privilege of attending the f Indianapolis, Indiana, as the ‘‘Dr. Otis 10th anniversary celebration of The Bowen Veteran House’’. State Theatre in State College, Centre LEAVE OF ABSENCE H.R. 5995. To strike the sunset on certain County. By unanimous consent, leave of ab- provisions relating to the authorized protest The State Theatre first opened as a sence was granted to: of a task or delivery order under section 4106 of title 41, United States Code. movie house for Warner Bros. Pictures Mr. NEWHOUSE (at the request of Mr. on October 15, 1938, showing ‘‘The Sis- MCCARTHY) for today on account of f ters,’’ starring Errol Flynn and Bette flight delays due to weather. ADJOURNMENT Davis. Mr. POE of Texas (at the request of Closing in 2001, the theatre building Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. MCCARTHY) for today and the bal- was extensively refurbished and re- Madam Speaker, I move that the House ance of the week on account of per- now adjourn. opened in December 2006, as a state-of- sonal reasons. the-art venue for theatre, dance, The motion was agreed to; accord- Mr. DUFFY (at the request of Mr. music, film, concerts, and other re- ingly (at 7 o’clock and 19 minutes MCCARTHY) for today on account of p.m.), under its previous order, the gional and international performances. flight delays due to weather. Today, The State Theatre is a commu- House adjourned until tomorrow, Tues- Mrs. NAPOLITANO (at the request of nity-owned theatre dedicated to serv- day, December 6, 2016, at 10 a.m. for Ms. PELOSI) for today. ing the Centre County region. morning-hour debate. The theatre is a hub of local culture, f f featuring artists both homegrown and ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, nationally renowned. There is some- Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, ETC. thing for everyone at The State The- reported and found truly enrolled bills atre—rock ‘n’ roll, country, indie, and Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive of the House of the following titles, blues; drama, musical theatre, comedy, communications were taken from the which were thereupon signed by the and opera; movies, dance, stand-up, and Speaker’s table and referred as follows: Speaker: children’s programming. 7724. A letter from the Deputy Secretary, There is rarely a day at the theatre H.R. 5509. An act to name the Department Commodity Futures Trading Commission, without a show to be seen, a concert to of Veterans Affairs temporary lodging facil- transmitting the Commission’s final rules — ity in Indianapolis, Indiana, as the ‘‘Dr. Otis be heard, or a laugh to be had. Commodity Pool Operator Financial Reports Bowen Veteran House’’. (RIN: 3038-AE47) received December 1, 2016, Congratulations and thank you to H.R. 5995. An act to strike the sunset on pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law the leadership, employees, volunteers, certain provisions relating to the authorized 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- and supporters of The State Theatre protest of a task or delivery order under sec- mittee on Agriculture. for being a great venue for artists and tion 4106 of title 41, United States Code. 7725. A letter from the Honors Attorney, audiences. f Legal Division, Consumer Financial Protec- f tion Bureau, transmitting the Bureau’s final SENATE ENROLLED BILL SIGNED rules — Consumer Leasing (Regulation M) TRIBUTE TO THREE-TIME SPRINT The Speaker announced his signature [Docket No.: CFPB-2016-0036] (RIN: 3170- CUP SERIES CHAMPION TONY AA66) received December 1, 2016, pursuant to to an enrolled bill of the Senate of the STEWART 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. following title: 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Fi- (Mr. HUDSON asked and was given S. 1550. An act to amend title 31, United nancial Services. permission to address the House for 1 States Code, to establish entities tasked 7726. A letter from the Honors Attorney, minute and to revise and extend his re- with improving program and project man- Legal Division, Consumer Financial Protec- marks.) agement in certain Federal agencies, and for tion Bureau, transmitting the Bureau’s final Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise other purposes. rules — Truth in Lending (Regulation Z) today to pay tribute to the incredible f [Docket No.: CFPB-2016-0037] (RIN: 3170- career of three-time Sprint Cup Series AA67) received December 1, 2016, pursuant to champion Tony Stewart on his retire- BILLS PRESENTED TO THE 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. PRESIDENT 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Fi- ment. nancial Services. Tony Stewart, known to his many Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, 7727. A letter from the Senior Counsel, fans as ‘‘Smoke,’’ started his career as reported that on December 2, 2016, she Legal Division, Consumer Financial Protec- a kid go-kart racing. He climbed the presented to the President of the tion Bureau, transmitting the Bureau’s

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A letter from the Acting Director, Of- lation Z) [Docket No.: CFPB-2014-0031] (RIN: U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 3170-AA22) received November 30, 2016, pursu- 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on En- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104- ergy and Commerce. tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- 121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee 7736. A letter from the Director, Regu- porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- on Financial Services. latory Management Division, Environmental nomic Zone Off Alaska; Groundfish Fishery 7728. A letter from the Director, Office of Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- by Vessels Using Trawl Gear in the Gulf of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs, cy’s final rule — Oxathiapiprolin; Pesticide Alaska [Docket No.: 150818742-6210-02] (RIN: Securities and Exchange Commission, trans- Tolerances [EPA-HQ-OPP-2016-0049; FRL- 0648-XE990) received December 1, 2016, pursu- mitting a Report on Modernization and Sim- 9954-69] received December 1, 2016, pursuant ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104- plification of Regulation S-K, pursuant to 15 to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, 121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee U.S.C. 77s note; Public Law 114-94, Sec. Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on on Natural Resources. 72003(c); (129 Stat. 1785); to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. 7746. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- Financial Services. 7737. A letter from the Director, Regu- fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 7729. A letter from the Associate General latory Management Division, Environmental tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Counsel for Legislation and Regulations, Of- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- fice of the Public and Indian Housing, De- cy’s final rule — Quizalofop ethyl; Pesticide porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- partment of Housing and Urban Develop- Tolerances [EPA-HQ-OPP-2015-0412; FRL- nomic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Ocean Perch ment, transmitting the Department’s final 9950-89] received December 1, 2016, pursuant in the Bering Sea Subarea of the Bering Sea rule — Native American Housing Assistance to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, and Aleutian Islands Management Area and Self-Determination Act; Revisions to the Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on [Docket No.: 150916863-6211-02] (RIN: 0648- Indian Housing Block Grant Program For- Energy and Commerce. XE950) received December 1, 2016, pursuant mula [Docket No.: FR-5650-F-14] (RIN: 2577- 7738. A letter from the Director, Regu- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, AC90) received December 1, 2016, pursuant to latory Management Division, Environmental Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- Natural Resources. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Fi- cy’s final rule — Tau-Fluvalinate; Pesticide 7747. A letter from the Deputy Assistant nancial Services. Tolerance [EPA-HQ-OPP-2015-0439; FRL-9954- Administrator For Regulatory Programs, 7730. A letter from the Director, Regu- 33] received December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric latory Management Division, Environmental U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. Administration, transmitting the Adminis- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on En- tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Exclu- cy’s Major final rule — Renewable Fuel ergy and Commerce. sive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Chinook Standard Program: Standards for 2017 and 7739. A letter from the Deputy Bureau Salmon Bycatch Management in the Gulf of Biomass-Based Diesel Volume for 2018 [EPA- Chief, Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Alaska Trawl Fisheries; Amendment 103 HQ-OAR-2016-0004; FRL-9955-84-OAR] (RIN: Communications Commission, transmitting [160229157-6781-02] (RIN: 0648-BF84) received 2060-AS72) received December 1, 2016, pursu- the Commission’s final rule — Connect December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104- America Fund [WC Docket No.: 10-90] re- 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee ceived December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Stat. 868); to the Committee on Natural Re- on Energy and Commerce. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 sources. 7731. A letter from the Director, Regu- Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and 7748. A letter from the Deputy Assistant latory Management Division, Environmental Commerce. Administrator for Regulatory Programs, Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 7740. A letter from the Deputy Chief, NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric cy’s final rule — Air Plan Approval; Ken- Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Com- Administration, transmitting the Adminis- tucky; Revisions to Louisville Definitions munications Commission, transmitting the tration’s proposed rule — Fisheries of the and Ambient Air Quality Standards [EPA- Commission’s final rule — Protecting the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Modi- R04-OAR-2015-0521;FRL-9955-90-Region 4] re- Privacy of Customers of Broadband and fications to Recordkeeping and Reporting ceived December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Other Telecommunications Services [WC Requirements [Docket No.: 160225147-6147-01] 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Docket No.: 16-106] received December 1, 2016, (RIN: 0648-BF83) received December 1, 2016, Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law Commerce. 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- 7732. A letter from the Director, Regu- mittee on Energy and Commerce. mittee on Natural Resources. latory Management Division, Environmental 7741. A letter from the Director, Defense 7749. A letter from the Deputy Assistant Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Administrator For Regulatory Programs, cy’s final rule — Air Quality Plans; Ken- Defense, transmitting a notice of Proposed NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric tucky; Infrastructure Requirements for the Lease Pursuant to Section 62(a) of the Arms Administration, transmitting the Adminis- 2010 Sulfur Dioxide National Ambient Air Export Control Act, Transmittal No. 08-16; to tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Carib- Quality Standard [EPA-R04-OAR-2014-0426; the Committee on Foreign Affairs. bean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; FRL-9955-96-Region 4] received December 1, 7742. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico; Red 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Legislative Affairs, Department of State, Grouper Management Measures [Docket No.: Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the transmitting a report titled ‘‘Designations of 160613514-6908-02] (RIN: 0648-BG12) received Committee on Energy and Commerce. Countries of Particular Concern, Imposition December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 7733. A letter from the Director, Regu- of Presidential Actions, and Exercise of 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 latory Management Division, Environmental Waiver Authority Under the International Stat. 868); to the Committee on Natural Re- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- Religious Freedom Act of 1998’’; to the Com- sources. cy’s final rule — Bicyclopyrone; Pesticide mittee on Foreign Affairs. 7750. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- Tolerances [EPA-HQ-OPP-2015-0560; FRL- 7743. A letter from the Director, Inter- fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 9954-63] received December 1, 2016, pursuant national Cooperation, Office of Acquisition, tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Technology, and Logistics, Department of tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Defense, transmitting a letter informing porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- Energy and Commerce. Congress of the Department’s intent to sign nomic Zone Off Alaska; Reallocation of Pa- 7734. A letter from the Director, Regu- a Memorandum of Understanding Between cific Cod in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Is- latory Management Division, Environmental the Department of Defense of the United lands Management Area [Docket No.: Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- States of America and the Federal Ministry 150916863-6211-02] (RIN: 0648-XF012) received cy’s final rule — Determination of Attain- of Defence of the Federal Republic of Ger- December 1, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ment by the Attainment Date for the 2008 many, Transmittal No. 30-16, pursuant to 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Stand- Sec. 27(f) of the Arms Export Control Act Stat. 868); to the Committee on Natural Re- ards; Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh-Beaver Val- and Executive Order 13637; to the Committee sources. ley [EPA-R03-OAR-2016-0368; FRL-9955-91-Re- on Foreign Affairs. 7751. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- gion 3] received December 1, 2016, pursuant 7744. A letter from the Senior Procurement fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Executive, Office of Acquisition Policy, Gen- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on eral Services Administration, transmitting tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- Energy and Commerce. the Administration’s small entity compli- porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- 7735. A letter from the Director, Regu- ance guide — Federal Acquisition Regula- nomic Zone Off Alaska; Exchange of Flatfish latory Management Division, Environmental tion; Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-92 in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Man- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- [Docket No.: FAR 2016-0051, Sequence No.: 6] agement Area [Docket No.: 150916863-6211-02] cy’s final rule — Muscodor albus strain SA- received November 21, 2016, pursuant to 5 (RIN: 0648-XF010) received December 1, 2016, 13 and the volatiles produced on rehydration; U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law

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A letter from the Deputy Assistant purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Af- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Administrator For Regulatory Programs, fairs, and in addition to the Committees on lation pursuant to the following: NMFS, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Na- Rules, and Armed Services, for a period to be Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- subsequently determined by the Speaker, in Constitution tion, transmitting the Administration’s final each case for consideration of such provi- By Mr. HECK of Washington: rule — Fisheries Off West Coast States; sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the H.R. 6436. Coastal Pelagic Species Fisheries; Multi- committee concerned. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Year Specifications for Monitored and Pro- By Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas (for lation pursuant to the following: hibited Harvest Species Stock Categories himself and Mr. LARSON of Con- Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the Con- [Docket No.: 130808697-6907-02] (RIN: 0648- necticut): stitution of the United States XC808) received December 1, 2016, pursuant H.R. 6438. A bill to extend the waiver of By Mr. HIMES: to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, limitations with respect to excluding from H.R. 6437. Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on gross income amounts received by wrong- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Natural Resources. fully incarcerated individuals; to the Com- lation pursuant to the following: 7753. A letter from the Assistant Secretary mittee on Ways and Means. Article I, Section 8 of the United States for Legislation, Office of the Secretary, De- By Mr. THORNBERRY: Constitution, clauses 11, 12, 13, 14, 18 partment of Health and Human Services, H. Con. Res. 179. Concurrent resolution di- By Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas: transmitting the Fiscal Year 2012 Report to recting the Secretary of the Senate to make H.R. 6438. Congress on Administration of the Tribal certain corrections in the enrollment of S. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Self-Governance Program, pursuant to Sec. 2943; considered and agreed to. lation pursuant to the following: 458aaa-13(a), 25 U.S.C. 450 et seq., as amend- By Mr. CA´ RDENAS (for himself and Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 of the Con- ed; to the Committee on Natural Resources. Ms. LOFGREN): stitution of the United States of America. 7754. A letter from the Assistant Secretary H. Res. 941. A resolution expressing support f for Legislation, Office of the Secretary, De- for the designation of February 22, 2017, as partment of Health and Human Services, ‘‘National Heart Valve Disease Awareness ADDITIONAL SPONSORS transmitting the Fiscal Year 2013 Report to Day’’, coinciding with American Heart Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors Congress on Administration of the Tribal Month; to the Committee on Energy and were added to public bills and resolu- Self-Governance Program, pursuant to Sec. Commerce. 458aaa-13(a), 25 U.S.C. 450 et seq., as amend- By Mr. SESSIONS (for himself, Mr. tions, as follows: ed; to the Committee on Natural Resources. CARTER of Georgia, Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. H.R. 1098: Mr. CONYERS. H.R. 1457: Mr. KNIGHT. f BYRNE, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. BRAT, Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia, Mr. COL- H.R. 1608: Mr. LUETKEMEYER and Mr. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON LINS of Georgia, Mr. BROOKS of Ala- BEYER. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS bama, Mr. FARENTHOLD, Mr. ROE of H.R. 2293: Mr. WALZ. Tennessee, Mr. LABRADOR, Mr. H.R. 2537: Mr. REED. Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of DESANTIS, and Mr. MEADOWS): H.R. 3591: Ms. LEE, Mr. SWALWELL of Cali- committees were delivered to the Clerk H. Res. 942. A resolution recognizing the fornia, Mr. COURTNEY, Ms. NORTON, Mr. for printing and reference to the proper historical importance of Associate Justice DESAULNIER, Ms. KUSTER, Mr. GARAMENDI, calendar, as follows: Clarence Thomas; to the Committee on the Mr. ASHFORD, and Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. BISHOP of Utah: Committee on Nat- Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee H.R. 4216: Mr. HIGGINS and Mr. CLAY. ural Resources. H.R. 3711. A bill to authorize on House Administration, for a period to be H.R. 4220: Mr. POLIS. the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a subsequently determined by the Speaker, in H.R. 5131: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. special resource study of Chicano Park, lo- each case for consideration of such provi- H.R. 5235: Mr. KNIGHT and Mr. COOK. cated in San Diego, California, and for other sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the H.R. 5274: Mr. REED. purposes; with an amendment (Rept. 114–845). committee concerned. H.R. 5386: Ms. LOFGREN and Mr. GALLEGO. Referred to the Committee of the Whole By Ms. GABBARD: H.R. 5440: Mr. KIND. House on the state of the Union. H. Res. 943. A resolution recognizing the H.R. 5689: Ms. LOFGREN. 100th anniversary of the establishment of H.R. 5721: Mr. TONKO. f Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and H.R. 6020: Ms. PLASKETT. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Haleakala National Park in the State of Ha- H.R. 6021: Ms. PLASKETT. waii, and expressing support for designation H.R. 6072: Mr. DEFAZIO. Under clause 2 of rule XII, public of August 1, 2016, as ‘‘Hawaii Volcanoes and H.R. 6117: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. bills and resolutions of the following Haleakala National Parks Day’’; to the Com- H.R. 6275: Mrs. BEATTY. titles were introduced and severally re- mittee on Natural Resources. H.R. 6340: Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico, Mr. CONNOLLY, Mr. TAKANO, and ferred, as follows: f By Mr. PALLONE (for himself, Mr. Mr. SARBANES. H.R. 6382: Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. BERA, Mr. PASCRELL, and Mr. PAYNE): MEMORIALS HUFFMAN, Mr. SCOTT of Virginia, Ms. SCHA- H.R. 6434. A bill to provide for more trans- Under clause 3 of rule XII, parent and appropriate reimbursement of in- KOWSKY, and Mr. KILMER. 310. The SPEAKER presented a memorial H.R. 6421: Mr. SHERMAN and Ms. MENG. surers participating in the Write Your Own of the General Assembly of the State of Indi- program under the National Flood Insurance H.R. 6426: Mr. SMITH of Nebraska and Mr. ana, relative to Senate Enrolled Joint Reso- MASSIE. Program, and for other purposes; to the lution 14, requesting the Congress of the Committee on Financial Services. H.R. 6428: Mr. ELLISON, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. United States call a convention of the states LOEBSACK, and Mr. DEFAZIO. By Mr. MULLIN: to propose amendments to the Constitution H.R. 6435. A bill to authorize the Directors H.R. 6431: Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. HIGGINS, Mr. of the United States; which was referred to CRAMER, Mr. NOLAN, Mr. COLLINS of New of Veterans Integrated Service Networks of the Committee on the Judiciary. the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter York, Mr. KIND, Mr. WELCH, Mr. HUIZENGA of into contracts with appropriate civilian ac- f Michigan, Mr. ZINKE, Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. creditation entities or appropriate health GUINTA, Mr. DEFAZIO, Ms. DELBENE, Mr. CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY MURPHY of Pennsylvania, Mr. MICHAEL F. care evaluation entities to investigate med- STATEMENT ical centers of the Department of Veterans DOYLE of Pennsylvania, Mr. HECK of Wash- Affairs; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of ington, and Ms. LOFGREN. fairs. the Rules of the House of Representa- H.R. 6433: Mr. DOLD. By Mr. HECK of Washington (for him- H. Con. Res. 159: Mr. PETERS. tives, the following statements are sub- H. Con. Res. 176: Mr. VAN HOLLEN. self, Mr. SHERMAN, and Ms. KUSTER): mitted regarding the specific powers H. Res. 591: Mr. YARMUTH. H.R. 6436. A bill to require that any inter- granted to Congress in the Constitu- national insurance standards agreed to by H. Res. 899: Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. POLIQUIN, parties representing the United States re- tion to enact the accompanying bill or and Mr. ROE of Tennessee. flect existing United States laws, regula- joint resolution. H. Res. 928: Mr. SWALWELL of California, tions, and policies on regulation of insur- By Mr. PALLONE: Mr. KING of New York, and Ms. FRANKEL of ance, and for other purposes; to the Com- H.R. 6434. Florida. mittee on Financial Services. Congress has the power to enact this legis- f By Mr. HIMES: lation pursuant to the following: PETITIONS, ETC. H.R. 6437. A bill to prohibit funds available Clause 7 of Section 9 of Article I of the for the United States Armed Forces to be ob- Constitution Under clause 3 of rule XII,

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Vol. 162 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2016 No. 174 Senate The Senate met at 3 p.m. and was This legislation has earned wide sup- of No Child Left Behind last year and called to order by the President pro port from both sides of the aisle, and it now this medical innovation bill. I may tempore (Mr. HATCH). is one of the most important bills that have more to say about that later, but f will pass this year. It is not hard to see I commend the Senator from Tennessee why. It will encourage investment in for his outstanding work on this impor- PRAYER biomedical research to help deliver tant bill. The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- treatment and cures to patients. It will f fered the following prayer: cut through redtape and burdensome Let us pray. regulations while also protecting safe- AUTHORIZING THE SECRETARY OF Heavenly Father, help us today to be- ty, and it will build upon progress to THE TREASURY TO INCLUDE come people whose lives will be produc- support regenerative medicine and ALL FUNDS WHEN ISSUING CER- tive for Your glory. Forgive us when other innovative therapies. TAIN GEOGRAPHIC TARGETING we come short of Your will for us and Cures also includes provisions to ORDERS for our Nation. strengthen mental health programs Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Lord, show our lawmakers how to do and to provide much needed resources ask unanimous consent that the Com- things Your way, embracing Your pre- to help combat the opioid epidemic. It mittee on Banking, Housing, and cepts and walking in Your path. Re- is legislation that could have an im- Urban Affairs be discharged from fur- mind them that the narrow and dif- pact on each of our States and on each ther consideration of H.R. 5602 and the ficult road often leads to life and abun- of our constituents. Senate proceed to its immediate con- dant joy. As You teach them to live Later today, Senators will take the sideration. abundantly, replace their anxiety with next step in advancing 21st Century The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without calm, their confusion with clarity, and Cures. With continued cooperation, we objection, it is so ordered. their doubts with faith. May Your can pass this bipartisan bill very soon. The clerk will report the bill by title. heavenly peace, which transcends The Cures legislation is just one key The senior assistant legislative clerk human understanding, guard their area where the Senate has been work- read as follows: hearts and minds today and always. ing to complete its work before the A bill (H.R. 5602) to amend title 31, United We pray in Your Holy Name. Amen. holidays. Negotiations are ongoing on States Code, to authorize the Secretary of f a continuing resolution, which we will the Treasury to include all funds when PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE consider this week. issuing certain geographic targeting orders, This week we will also pass the De- and for other purposes. The President pro tempore led the fense authorization conference report, There being no objection, the Senate Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: and work continues to finalize other proceeded to consider the bill. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the outstanding conference reports, includ- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I United States of America, and to the Repub- ask unanimous consent that the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, ing the Water Resources Development indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Act—the so-called WRDA bill—and the Shelby-Brown substitute amendment be agreed to and the bill, as amended, f energy policy modernization bill. As these efforts continue, I thank all be considered read a third time. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY of those who have been working around The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without LEADER the clock to reach a conclusion on objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. these important issues. We will have a The amendment (No. 5127) in the na- LANKFORD). The majority leader is rec- busy week ahead. Let’s keep working ture of a substitute was agreed to. ognized. together to get it done. (The amendment is printed in today’s f f RECORD under ‘‘Text of Amendments.’’) The amendment was ordered to be WORK BEFORE THE SENATE COMMENDING THE SENATOR FROM engrossed and the bill to be read a Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, last TENNESSEE third time. week the House overwhelmingly passed Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I The bill was read the third time. the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, see the Senator from Tennessee on the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bill the medical innovation bill. Now it is floor. I particularly commend him for having been read the third time, the the Senate’s turn to move this bill for- his outstanding work on the Cures bill. question is, Shall the bill pass? ward and send it to the President’s The Senator has had two major accom- The bill (H.R. 5602), as amended, was desk for signature. plishments this Congress—the rewrite passed.

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Without objection, it is so ordered. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I f The amendment (No. 5128) was agreed ask unanimous consent that the Sen- to, as follows: ate proceed to the immediate consider- ZAPATA VETERANS POST OFFICE (Purpose: To improve the bill) ation of Calendar Nos. 675 through 683. The bill (H.R. 5591) to designate the There being no objection, the Senate On page 1, strike lines 3 and 4 and insert facility of the United States Postal the following: proceeded to consider the bills en bloc. Service located at 810 N US Highway 83 SECTION 1. INSTALLATION REUTILIZATION AU- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I in Zapata, Texas, as the ‘‘Zapata Vet- THORITY FOR ARSENALS, DEPOTS, ask unanimous consent that the bills erans Post Office,’’ was ordered to a AND PLANTS. be read a third time and passed and the third reading, was read the third time, On page 1, line 6, strike ‘‘arsenal, the Sec- motions to reconsider be considered and passed. retary concerned’’ and insert ‘‘arsenal, made and laid upon the table, all en depot, or plant, the Secretary of the Army’’. f On page 2, line 4, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ bloc. after ‘‘arsenal’’. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without OFFICER JOSEPH P. CALI POST On page 2, line 8, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ objection, it is so ordered. OFFICE BUILDING after ‘‘arsenal’’. On page 2, line 12, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ f The bill (H.R. 5676) to designate the facility of the United States Postal after ‘‘arsenal’’. SPECIAL WARFARE OPERATOR On page 2, line 17, strike ‘‘Secretary con- Service located at 6300 N. Northwest cerned’’ and insert ‘‘Secretary of the Army’’. MASTER CHIEF PETTY OFFICER Highway in Chicago, Illinois, as the On page 2, line 21, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ (SEAL) LOUIS ‘‘LOU’’ J. ‘‘Officer Joseph P. Cali Post Office after ‘‘arsenal’’. LANGLAIS POST OFFICE BUILD- Building,’’ was ordered to a third read- On page 4, line 3, insert ‘‘, DEPOT, OR ING ing, was read the third time, and PLANT’’ after ‘‘ARSENAL’’. passed. On page 4, line 5, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ The bill (H.R. 3218) to designate the after ‘‘arsenal’’. facility of the United States Postal f On page 4, line 6, strike ‘‘Department of Service located at 1221 State Street, the Defense’’ and insert ‘‘Army’’. Suite 12, Santa Barbara, California, as ABNER J. MIKVA POST OFFICE BUILDING The bill (S. 3336), as amended, was or- the ‘‘Special Warfare Operator Master dered to be engrossed for a third read- Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Louis ‘Lou’ The bill (H.R. 5798) to designate the ing, was read the third time, and J. Langlais Post Office Building,’’ was facility of the United States Postal passed. ordered to a third reading, was read the Service located at 1101 Davis Street in The amendment (No. 5129) was agreed third time, and passed. Evanston, Illinois, as the ‘‘Abner J. to, as follows: Mikva Post Office Building,’’ was or- (Purpose: To amend the title) f dered to a third reading, was read the Amend the title so as to read: ‘‘A bill to RICHARD ALLEN CABLE POST third time, and passed. provide installation reutilization authority OFFICE f for arsenals, depots, and plants.’’. The bill (H.R. 4887) to designate the SEGUNDO T. SABLAN AND CNMI f facility of the United States Postal FALLEN MILITARY HEROES NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- Service located at 23323 Shelby Road in POST OFFICE BUILDING TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017 Shelby, Indiana, as the ‘‘Richard Allen Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Cable Post Office,’’ was ordered to a The bill (H.R. 5889) to designate the facility of the United States Postal ask that the Chair lay before the Sen- third reading, was read the third time, ate the conference report accom- and passed. Service located at 1 Chalan Kanoa VLG in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, panying S. 2943. f as the ‘‘Segundo T. Sablan and CNMI The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Fallen Military Heroes Post Office Chair lays before the Senate the con- LEONARD MONTALTO POST Building,’’ was ordered to a third read- ference report to accompany S. 2943, OFFICE BUILDING ing, was read the third time, and which will be stated by title. The bill (H.R. 5150) to designate the passed. The legislative clerk read as follows: facility of the United States Postal The committee of conference on the dis- f Service located at 3031 Veterans Road agreeing votes of the two Houses on the West in Staten Island, New York, as PROVIDING ARSENAL INSTALLA- amendment of the House to the bill (S. 2943), the ‘‘Leonard Montalto Post Office TION REUTILIZATION AUTHOR- to authorize appropriations for fiscal year ITY 2017 for military activities of the Depart- Building,’’ was ordered to a third read- ment of Defense, for military construction, ing, was read the third time, and Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I and for defense activities of the Department passed. ask unanimous consent that the Com- of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other f mittee on Armed Services be dis- charged from further consideration of purposes, having met, have agreed that the ARMY FIRST LIEUTENANT DON- S. 3336 and the Senate proceed to its Senate recede from its disagreement to the ALD C. CARWILE POST OFFICE amendment of the House and agree to the immediate consideration. same with an amendment and the House BUILDING The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without agree to the same. Signed by a majority of The bill (H.R. 5309) to designate the objection, it is so ordered. the conferees on the part of both Houses. facility of the United States Postal The clerk will report the bill by title. CLOTURE MOTION Service located at 401 McElroy Drive in The senior assistant legislative clerk Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Oxford, Mississippi, as the ‘‘Army First read as follows: send a cloture motion to the desk. Lieutenant Donald C. Carwile Post Of- A bill (S. 3336) to provide arsenal installa- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- fice Building,’’ was ordered to a third tion reutilization authority. ture motion having been presented reading, was read the third time, and There being no objection, the Senate under rule XXII, the Chair directs the passed. proceeded to consider the bill. clerk to read the motion.

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They were ference report to accompany S. 2943, Na- most 2 years ago, I am hopeful that in pushed off of the lands they dwelt on tional Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal my lifetime there will be something before we showed up, we White folks Year 2017. done to be able to take care of retinas here in America. They have been Mitch McConnell, Deb Fischer, Thom that are damaged. We have a lot of Tillis, Daniel Coats, James M. Inhofe, pushed around. So when the Standing John Hoeven, Cory Gardner, Orrin G. those that are damaged—a lot of ret- Rock people heard the good news that Hatch, Mark Kirk, Tom Cotton, John inas that are damaged as a result of di- the Corps of Engineers had finally Cornyn, Lindsey Graham, Mike abetes and other maladies—but not a given them at least some small vic- Rounds, Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sul- lot has been done on injuries to ret- tory, it was very exciting for them. It livan, John McCain. inas. But there is work being done on is a victory for them. They have been Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I that now. objecting to this construction for more ask unanimous consent that the man- I had a very good meeting on Satur- than 2 years. datory quorum call be waived with re- day with one of the foremost people in The tribe was concerned about a spect to this cloture motion. the world dealing with retinas, Dr. number of issues, not the least of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Bressler of Johns Hopkins, and they which were their ancestral grounds, objection, it is so ordered. are doing some stuff. They are doing some of which land has their ancestors stem cell work. They are doing some f buried there. They were afraid of water transplants. They are doing some good contamination and other problems. RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY things. In a statement to the press, the LEADER On a very personal basis, Senator chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ALEXANDER came and talked to me one Tribe said: Democratic leader is recognized. evening. He asked if I had time. Of We wholeheartedly support the decision of course, I always have time for any Sen- the administration and commend with the f ator who wants to see me. utmost gratitude the courage it took on the COMMENDING THE SENIOR He came with tears in his eyes to part of President Obama, the Army Corps, SENATOR FROM TENNESSEE talk to me about some things he had the Department of Justice and the Depart- learned about people who had damaged ment of Interior to take steps to correct the Mr. REID. Mr. President, before I course of history and do the right thing. give my remarks, as I planned, I wish their eyes and how some work is being The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and all of to say a brief word about Senator done with these people who once could Indian country will be forever grateful to the ALEXANDER, the senior Senator from not see and, as in the Biblical passages, Obama administration for this historic deci- Tennessee. can now see. sion. During my time in Congress, he has It was a very wonderful meeting, and Indians have taken one loss after an- always been one of the most pleasant I had the opportunity to meet one indi- other. Rare are there any victories for people I have dealt with. He is always vidual he introduced me to—a man the Indians. very thorough in whatever he wants to named Doug Oliver, who was basically I agree with the chairman of the talk to you about, and I have found blind. Because of work done with stem tribe. This is a historic decision, and it cells, he can now see. He is off dis- him to be a remarkably good Senator. was a momentous step toward cor- ability, he can drive a car, and he can He has a background that is stunningly recting the course of a disgraceful his- read. He could not do that before. important—a longtime Governor of the tory. I appreciate it. It perhaps could have As I said last week here on the floor, State of Tennessee and someone who passed without him, but I doubt it, and has served in one of the Republican ad- the treatment of the Standing Rock I admire his legislative skills. I hope, Sioux by our government has been ministrations as Secretary of Edu- with the new Congress coming, he will shameful—not only recently but for cation. pull even those skills he doesn’t have more than a century. The Sioux were This Cures bill is not everything I now out of his back pocket so perhaps pushed to reservations first. I say ‘‘res- would wish it to be. I think it is too we can do even more. There is going to ervations’’—plural. But even that land weak in some parts. I think we could be a lot more that needs to be done in was taken—most of it—and then mas- have done better. But I have been the new Republican Congress. sive dams were built that put the around for a long time, and I under- So I express my public admiration to tribe’s best farmland underwater. The stand what legislation is all about. the senior Senator from Tennessee for result of these actions was a crippling We have gotten money. We have been the good work he has done for his State poverty that plagued the tribe for gen- trying for a couple years to get money and for the country for many decades. erations—even this generation. for opioids. There should be far more, f This mistreatment was not unique, and it should be given in a different as I have indicated, to Standing Rock. CELEBRATION AT STANDING ROCK way than we have it here, but it is Indeed, there are tribes all across the money. We have people—as we are sit- Mr. REID. Mr. President, in the bit- Nation with very similar histories. We ting here for a few minutes today— ter cold of a North Dakota December have them in Nevada. dying as a result of this scourge that is yesterday—and it can be cold up Yesterday’s decision will not make sweeping America. It is in Oklahoma, there—there was a celebration at up for the past, but the President’s ac- it is in Tennessee, and it is in places Standing Rock. Why? tion was a huge step toward correcting such as New Hampshire. It is all over. Along the banks of the Missouri a terrible wrong. Money, profits, and So that part of it is excellent. River, in this heavy snow, there were not human dignity, was the direction As to the resources we give the Na- hugs and tears of joy and drumming of the pipeline. The Obama administra- tional Institutes of Health, or NIH, and dancing as the people of the Stand- tion changed that. there is not enough we can do. I would ing Rock Tribe and others heard the For far too long, the pleas for justice hope there would be much more. I am good news. The Army Corps of Engi- for Native Americans have gone unan- pleased to report that this is the begin- neers did not—did not—approve the swered. At least now, on this occasion, ning of the Moonshot that Senator easement for the Dakota Access oil the Standing Rock Sioux and Native BIDEN will lead in research to defeat pipeline. Instead, the Corps of Engi- Americans throughout this country cancer. It can be done. We have made neers determined that the pipeline know that someone is listening and tremendous progress, and we are mak- must be rerouted. I am so glad. It is so their concerns are being addressed by ing it on a monthly basis now. important. the U.S. Government. There are a lot of good things in this This is a victory for the Standing I admire the support of those who legislation. One of the things that the Rock Sioux. We know the long history locked arms with the Standing Rock

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America, entertainers from all over that convention in Oklahoma where I McConnell amendment No. 5120 (to the in- America, and other celebrities were learned so much about the people of structions (amendment No. 5119) of the mo- some of the water protectors, and we Oklahoma. tion to refer), of a perfecting nature. must recognize the more than 2,000 vet- Some of us in the West have had over McConnell amendment No. 5121 (to amend- erans who traveled to Standing Rock the years kind of a negative impression ment No. 5120), of a perfecting nature. from across America to protect the of Oklahoma—the Okies coming into The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- protestors from violence. California, all of these uneducated peo- ator from Utah. It is also important to note that ple causing trouble—but that was a REMEMBERING JAMES TANCILL LYONS speech after speech and demonstration wonderful trip to Oklahoma. I was ter- Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I rise after demonstration were peaceful. All ribly impressed at the time and have today to pay tribute to Jim Lyons, a the leaders of this demonstration said always been impressed with the people longtime staffer on Capitol Hill—my time after time after time that it of Oklahoma. staffer—and a fixture in tax policy here would be peaceful, and it has been. The Just a little aside here: I have had in DC, who passed away on September only aggression has not been from the some good fortune at being able to leg- 29 of this year. Indians but from those people who are islate things here in Washington. One James Tancill Lyons was born on pushing the pipeline. of the things that can be looked at as March 7, 1973, to Stephen and Ann Lyons, both natives of the DC-Virginia It is no surprise that many of these good or bad—and maybe I won’t get a area with longstanding ties to the local veterans are Native Americans because lot of pats on the back for this with the community. Growing up in Springfield, American Indians serve in our Nation’s new administration—but a Senator VA, Jim was an accomplished athlete, Armed Forces in greater numbers per from Oklahoma and I did some very excelling in both baseball and basket- capita than any other ethnic group. good work. The Congressional Review ball. Oddly, for a sports fan in the DC Going back to World War II, of course, Act was Reid-Nichols legislation. That area, his favorite football team was the the great Ira Hayes, who was made fa- was hard to do, but what it basically Dallas Cowboys—a decision he made mous by Johnny Cash—they have a said is if there is a regulation promul- consciously because his older brother, long history of serving in all of our gated by an administration, we as a wars and stepping forward. Stephen, was a big Redskins fan. Congress have an opportunity to look Jim was also a great student, eventu- I am gratified at the strength of the it over again to determine if, in fact, ally graduating summa cum laude from Standing Rock Sioux. Their ancestral we have the ability, with enough folks, James Madison University. He went to burial grounds will remain protected to overturn that regulation. law school at the University of Texas, and their water clean. So, again, as the Presiding Officer is I thank President Obama and his ad- where he made the Editing Committee from Oklahoma, I want him to under- of the Texas Journal of Business Law ministration and the Army Corps of stand my affection for the State of Engineers for their action. This victory and won a scholarship for being the Oklahoma and the people of Oklahoma. best tax law student in his class after was the culmination of months and I have had some difficult tussles with pulling the top grade in his business as- months of analysis and deliberation. I people from Oklahoma over the years. sociations, income tax, international appreciate the conclusion reached. There is no better example of that than tax, corporate tax, and estate and gift But everyone should know that this Dr. Coburn. But having said that, I fight isn’t over. We know from long ex- tax classes. have never found more of a gentleman After law school, he earned a clerk- perience that our decisionmakers keel than Dr. Coburn. Even though we dis- ship at the Fifth Circuit Court of Ap- over for fossil fuel interests. We must agreed on some policy issues, he was peals and then got a job working for remain vigilant. My only hope is that always a gentleman and I have appre- Cleary Gottlieb, one of the finest law the Trump administration will not ciated the things I learned from him. firms in the country. Of course, you undo the justice the Native Americans I yield the floor. would never guess any of this if you have finally received. All of us must f knew Jim. While he was always an in- support the Standing Rock Sioux and RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME credibly valuable and often brilliant help them protect their history and attorney and congressional staffer, he their land and their water. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under talked about his college and law school As one aside, many decades ago I was the previous order, the leadership time days as though he spent most of his the Lieutenant Governor of the State is reserved. time having fun and just barely skat- of Nevada, and we had our Lieutenant f ing by. That, of course, was vintage Governors’ conference in Oklahoma. It Jim Lyons—incredibly outgoing but was a wonderful week that we spent in TSUNAMI WARNING, EDUCATION, AND RESEARCH ACT OF 2015 unbelievably humble. Oklahoma. One of the highlights of Jim could have a long conversation that trip was an education that I re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under with anyone about pretty much any- ceived one night of a—I assume it is the previous order, the Senate will re- thing, but he was never one to spend still going on; I don’t know—a wonder- sume consideration of the House mes- all that much time touting his own ac- ful pageant that took place in a place sage to accompany H.R. 34, which the complishments. Make no mistake, Jim that I believe is called Tahlequah—I clerk will report. Lyons was very accomplished. After his believe that was the name of the The legislative clerk read as follows: time at the law firm in New York, Jim place—where in such detail and in such House message to accompany H.R. 34, an made his way to the House Ways and magnificence was described how Okla- act to authorize and strengthen the tsunami Means Committee, and, following a homa has so many Native Americans detection, forecast, warning, research, and brief subsequent and successful stint at who came from Florida. It was a won- mitigation program of the National Oceanic the Department of Justice, he was and Atmospheric Administration, and for derful story. I was very impressed with hired by Chairman CHUCK GRASSLEY to other purposes. the Native Americans whom I met and serve as tax counsel on the Senate Fi- have met since that time in Oklahoma. Pending: nance Committee. And a memento I was given there in McConnell motion to concur in the amend- In his 8 years on the Finance Com- Oklahoma—frankly, someone stole it ment of the House to the amendment of the mittee, he made a mark on every major from me, but each one of us, each Lieu- Senate to the bill. tax bill, not to mention a number of tenant Governor, was given a little McConnell motion to concur in the amend- debt and budget deals that went ment of the House to the amendment of the painting by a famous Oklahoman—at Senate to the bill, with McConnell amend- through the Senate, including many the time, at least—whose time was ment No. 5117, to change the enactment date. tax-extenders bills, some of which he Tiger. I don’t know what his real name McConnell amendment No. 5118 (to amend- seemed to be able to cobble together was, but he was a famous artist. It was ment No. 5117), of a perfecting nature. singlehandedly.

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York City when much of that part of dolences to Jim’s family, his parents He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the country suffered a massive black- Stephen and Ann, his brother Steve, the technical aspects of the Tax Code, out. It is difficult to be in a place like his two nephews, Tyler and Blake, and as well as a clear understanding of the New York without power, and Jim no- of course his beloved dog Buddy. Re- real-world implications, immediately ticed many people on his way home cently, I have had the opportunity to seeing where a particular tax policy or who were stranded and in need of as- spend time with and get to know Jim’s bill would fit in the larger policy and, sistance. Rather than look down at the wonderful family. They are truly ex- when necessary, the political land- ground and head quickly for home, as traordinary people, and my prayers scape. Jim was one of those people who many would probably want to do in continue to go out to them. I know I could go into the weeds to discuss, de- that situation, Jim offered help to a am not alone in that regard. I care for bate, and negotiate tax policy literally dozen or so people, bringing them all them. Everybody who knew Jim and has now known them cares for them. with anyone on the planet but also home to his apartment, giving them Our sympathy and our heartfelt thanks break that same policy down to its es- both food and a comfortable space to go out to them for allowing their son sential elements and explain it to less- ride out the power outage. Most of to become the great person he became, er mortals, including, I have to say, these people were strangers. Yet Jim, and, of course, allowing him to come ever the kind soul, offered his time and more than a few of us U.S. Senators. and work with us on Capitol Hill. Of course, like all of us, Jim had his his home to help them through a dif- There being no objection, the mate- own ideological views and opinions, ficult evening. rial was ordered to be printed in the and he made no secret about the way Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- RECORD, as follows: he saw the world and his beliefs about sent that a copy of pages 14 and 15 from THANK YOU FOR TAKING CARE OF US the best path forward for our country. the August 2003 edition of Cleargolaw (By Alice Steinert) When necessary, he was a fierce advo- News, a newsletter for the law firm Here is a wonderfully refreshing story cate for his own views, but more impor- where Jim worked at that time, be about a truly good, kind person. tantly, for someone in his position, he printed in the RECORD following my re- The day of the blackout was scary for was able, when necessary, to dis- marks. some, devastating for others, and just plain passionately apply his accrued knowl- The article tells the story of Jim’s ef- inconvenient for many. There are those of us edge and expertise to any tax proposal, forts during the power blackout. who still have thighs and calves that ache whether it came from a conservative or These are the types of stories that from all those flights of stairs! Many people have constantly been shared since could not get home that night for a number liberal or a Republican or Democrat, of reasons—1) after walking down that many and then break it down to its essence Jim’s passing, and I know these memo- flights of stairs, some people were a bit lame and give a clear and concise assessment ries and stories from people who knew and therefore could not walk the distance to of the policy and its chances for being and worked with Jim have been helpful their homes, or their homes were too far to enacted. to his family during this difficult time. walk to; 2) there were few, if any, buses, taxi All of this made him an essential and When I hear these accounts of peo- cabs, cars, trains, ferries, no subways, and no indispensable part of our efforts on the ple’s interactions with Jim, I am re- hotel vacancies; 3) etc., etc., etc. minded of a popular hymn in my But, for those of us fortunate enough to Senate Finance Committee for close to know Jim Lyons, CGSH Associate a decade. As I think all of my col- church, which reads: extraordinaire, we certainly know the mean- leagues will attest, staffers with that Each life that touches ours for good ing of the true human spirit. kind of knowledge and ability to evalu- Reflects thine own great mercy, Lord; Jim invited many people to his home that ate policy and lay out its chances for Thou sendest blessings from above day when we had to evacuate OLP. He pro- success really can be hard to come by. Thru words and deeds of those who love. vided an immediate ‘‘base’’ for people to However, in the weeks since Jim’s What greater gift dost thou bestow, relax, calm down, regroup, make contact What greater goodness can we know with family/friends, eat, drink, whatever passing, it hasn’t been his accomplish- Than Christ-like friends, whose gentle ways they needed. But, for nine of us (Ron Becton, ments or his knowledge of the Tax Strengthen our faith, enrich our days. Robert Franklin, Monica Gagnon, Glenville Code that people have most remem- When such a friend from us departs, Hunter, Amy Menendez, Alice Steinert, bered; instead, most of the focus has We hold forever in our hearts Jason Steinert, Naj-Lah Toussaint and Carol been on his friendly demeanor, his mis- A sweet and hallowed memory, Whatley), he provided much, much more. He chievous sense of humor, and most of Bringing us nearer, Lord, to thee. provided a safe haven for the night. all, his kind heart. Jim Lyons led a life which touched At about 7:45 P.M. Jim walked from his home to OLP to see if there was anyone else Dozens of Jimmy’s friends and col- many others for the better. His posi- in need of assistance. Well, he found nine of leagues visited Jim and his family in tive influence has been felt by count- us who were seriously thinking about bunk- the hospital during his final days, and less people, pretty much anyone who ing down for the night in front of the lobby during the October recess, hundreds at- had the opportunity to interact with doors. Without hesitation Jim invited all of tended a memorial service held here in him. I personally already miss Jim’s us to his home (he had never even met some the Capitol. Each one of these people stalwart presence on the Finance Com- of us before). Not only did he provide us with had at least one personal story to share mittee. I miss his wise and plain-spo- a roof over our heads, he also offered food about Jim. Sure, some of the stories and beverage, the use of his cell phone, pil- ken advice and unequalled knowledge lows and blankets, and even gave up his bed did touch on his successes as a staffer of tax policy. More than that, I miss to two of us ladies. Not only that, he bought and his professional disposition, but far the kind and humorous manner that toothbrushes for us; What ensued was a night more often the stories were about endeared Jim to so many of us working we will all remember—good people, stimu- Jim’s kindness, even to strangers, or in and around the Senate. lating conversation, a lot of fun, and a great his ability to make people feel at There is a simple quote—an anony- deal of bonding and comeraderie. ease—and sometimes laugh uncontrol- mous proverb of sorts—that has often While we will individually, and as a group, thank Jim, I think everyone in the firm lably—even in tense situations. been attributed to Dr. Seuss, though should recognize what an exceptional person Jim was always quick to offer assist- its origin is ultimately in dispute: Jim is. If there were more ‘‘Jim’s’’ in the ance and comfort to those in need and ‘‘Don’t cry because it’s over, smile be- world, what a different place it would be. to provide a much needed laugh when cause it happened.’’ God Bless You Jim. things got really tough. He is one of Over the past couple of months, I REMEMBERING KING BHUMIBOL ADULYADEJ OF very few people I have come across on think that has been the prevailing sen- THAILAND Capitol Hill—and keep in mind I have timent among those of us who were Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I rise been here a while—who will be remem- lucky enough to know Jim Lyons. today, December 5, 2016, in commemo- bered more or less equally for the bills While tears have been shed and great ration of the 89th birthday of the late

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Without and improve safety measures and re- lution honors the late King’s lasting objection, it is so ordered. open the Gulf of Mexico to energy ex- legacy, extends our collective condo- FAREWELL TO THE SENATE ploration and put people back to work. lences to the royal family and the peo- Mr. VITTER. Mr. President, I rise We introduced legislation to dedicate a ple of Thailand, and celebrates the alli- today to speak on the Senate floor for majority of the BP penalties toward re- ance and friendship between our two the last time. I am not generally big on storing coastal ecosystems and econo- nations. I would like to thank the co- nostalgic reminiscences, but I would mies damaged by the spill. It was an sponsors of this resolution, Senators like to briefly reflect on what is clear- uphill battle to ensure Louisiana was WHITEHOUSE, ROBERTS, MARKEY, ly the greatest honor of my profes- fairly compensated, but we did, and we FLAKE, COTTON, and GARDNER. Addi- sional life—my 12 years in the U.S. achieved substantial wins, including tionally, I express my appreciation to Senate and 51⁄2 years in the U.S. House passage of that critical RESTORE Act Chairman BOB CORKER for his assist- of Representatives and the enormous that I described. ance in receiving timely consideration honor of serving the people of Lou- During the recovery fight following of this bipartisan effort in the Senate isiana to whom I will always be so each of these disasters, I found that the Foreign Relations Committee. deeply indebted. most effective leadership involved com- His Majesty, King Bhumibol In some ways it seems like just yes- municating clearly and employing so- Adulyadej, enjoyed a special relation- terday that I was on the floor of the lutions based on Louisiana common ship with the United States, having U.S. House being sworn in, surrounded sense, and what always inspired me and been born in Cambridge, MA, in 1927, by our very young children, except for kept me going was the unbelievable re- while his father was completing his Jack, who wasn’t born yet. I said then: silience, faith, and determination of medical studies at Harvard University. ‘‘I am honored, humbled, awestruck to my fellow Louisianans. Their strength He was always a trusted friend of the stand before you today.’’ I stated my and optimism have been oh so powerful United States in advancing a strong simple goal: to become at ease and reminders of how blessed I have been to and enduring alliance and partnership comfortable as I learn the ways of Con- serve them. between our two countries. gress, as I hopefully become an effec- On a host of other important issues, At the time of his death on October tive representative and respected col- I always sought to further two sets of 13, 2016, King Bhumibol Adulyadej was league and friend, but never to become political values, really modeled after the longest serving head of state in the so at ease and comfortable that I lose my two favorite Presidents, Ronald world and the longest serving in the these feelings of honor, of humility, of Reagan and Teddy Roosevelt. I always history of Thailand. He dedicated his awe, and, believe me, I haven’t. strove to further the central American life to the well-being of the Thai people My very first year in the Senate was tradition of limited government and and the sustainable development of his a very memorable one. That year Lou- individual freedom, and I was never country. His Majesty was an anchor of isiana was struck by Hurricanes Rita afraid to shake things up, to demand peace and stability for Thailand and and Katrina. After the initial shock of needed reforms to ensure that leaders for the region, earning him the deep those cataclysmic events, I realized in Washington served the American reverence of the Thai people and the that for quite some time, my priorities people and not the other way around. respect of leaders around the world. as Louisiana Senator would be domi- I have had the honor of protecting I hope my colleagues will join me to- nated by the desperate need to rebuild Louisiana’s traditions and proud herit- morrow in passing S. Con. Res. 57 as a our State, including dramatically im- age while here in the Senate. gesture of respect and appreciation for proving our hurricane and flood protec- Louisianans love the outdoors and the life of this great leader and as a tion and restoring our coastline. want strong environmental conserva- symbol of our continued commitment Katrina’s devastation was hard to tion and sportsmen’s policies to main- to and friendship with Thailand. Addi- imagine, destroying much of Southeast tain that culture, and that certainly tionally, I am sure my colleagues in Louisiana and Coastal Mississippi. Less includes securing the rights afforded to the Senate will join me in offering our than 1 month later, Hurricane Rita each American by the Second Amend- warmest congratulations and best slammed into Southwest Louisiana as ment, which I have fought to do. wishes to the new King of Thailand, another one of the most intense hurri- Louisianans respect the sanctity of His Majesty King Maha canes in history. I immediately went to life, which has been one of my top pri- Vajiralongkorn. work with Senator Landrieu and the orities while serving in Congress. I Mr. President, I yield the floor. rest of our Louisiana delegation as well have introduced many bills that end I suggest the absence of a quorum. as my good friends THAD COCHRAN, taxpayer funding of abortion and abor- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Trent Lott, and others to secure the tion mills and have proudly stood in clerk will call the roll. necessary disaster recovery assistance the defense of life. The legislative clerk proceeded to and also to make reforms to the Army When it comes to our Nation’s immi- call the roll. Corps of Engineers to better protect gration policies, I have been an advo- Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I ask our families and communities from fu- cate for targeted reforms that fix the unanimous consent that the order for ture natural disasters. immigration crisis, starting with bor- the quorum call be rescinded. Louisiana has continued to face and der security and enforcing the immi- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without survive other major disasters, includ- gration laws already on the books. I objection, it is so ordered. ing Hurricane Gustav in August and fought President Obama’s unconstitu- PASSAGE VITIATED—H.R. 5602, S. 3336, AND September 2008, Hurricane Ike in Sep- tional attempts to implement Execu- CALENDAR NOS. 675 THROUGH 683 tember of that same year, Hurricane tive amnesty, which only encourages Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I ask Isaac in 2012, the Red River flooding in more immigrants to come here ille- unanimous consent to vitiate passage Northern and Central Louisiana, and gally and insults the millions of fine of H.R. 5602, S. 3336, and Calendar Nos. the 1,000-year-flood event in greater immigrants who do follow U.S. law. 675 through 683. Baton Rouge and Acadiana this past I was also the first to introduce legis- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there August. lation in 2007 to end dangerous sanc- objection? As if all of that weren’t enough, in tuary city policies and have continued Without objection, it is so ordered. April of 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil to do so each Congress since. I have Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I suggest rig exploded off the coast of Louisiana, also been critical of too big to fail in the absence of a quorum. killing 11 men and devastating our the banking sector and have found

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Wendy Also during my time in Congress, I legislation, including the Water Re- joins me in that. have introduced several important gov- sources and Development Act of 2007 I want to specifically recognize some ernment reform bills so we can get and the even more significant WRDA of of our leaders: my chief of staff, Luke back to the best traditions of our de- 2014, several reauthorizations of the Bolar; my legislative director, Chris mocracy, which includes electing cit- highway bill, the bipartisan and his- Stanley; my wonderful finance direc- izen legislators, making sure they toric rewrite of the 40-year-old Toxic tor, Courtney Guastela; our state di- don’t make themselves into a separate Substances Control Act, which began rector, Chip Layton; and committee ruling class, and advocating for term as conversations between Senator staff director, Meredith West; our limits so individuals don’t remain in Frank Lautenberg and myself, a part- grants coordinator, Brenda Moore; my office for an eternity. nership which Senator TOM UDALL con- media head, John Brabender; and sen- Americans of all backgrounds think tinued after Frank’s unfortunate pass- ior infrastructure policy advisor, Washington is on a different planet and ing. Charles Brittingham; my senior eco- Members of Congress just don’t get it. We were also able to hold the admin- nomic adviser, David Stokes; campaign That is why I fought to end Congress’s istration accountable by conducting in- treasurer Bill Vanderbrook; and com- automatic pay raises each year. I first vestigations into some outright corrup- munications director, Cheyenne Klotz. introduced that language in 2009, and tion within the Obama EPA, and we ad- I know a few of our other former sen- the raises have been successfully vanced key transparency initiatives ior staff members are here or are blocked each year since. Congress can that shed light on government’s at- watching, like Mac Abrams, Joel be an effective representative body tempts to implement policies that were DiGrado, Bryan Zumwalt, Travis John- only when it lives under the same laws not based on sound science or strategic son, and Michael Long. Last, and obvi- it imposes on the rest of the country, needs. ously not least, is my beloved family. As chair of the Small Business Com- and one major way to support that is My five wonderful brothers and sisters, mittee, I have been advocating to through term limits. When I was a our children, their children, the ex- make sure the voices and concerns of member of the Louisiana State legisla- tended family, led by the ultimate small business owners across the coun- ture, I was successful in establishing leader of Team Vitter, my wife Wendy. try are heard in Washington. We have legislative term limits there, and I I can never thank them enough, and held 23 hearings here, 18 field hearings, have offered the leading term limits certainly I can never ever thank Wendy numerous roundtable discussions. We enough. Through it all, Wendy has been measure for Congress here, as well as have heard testimony from over 175 so enormously patient and supportive imposing it on myself. witnesses, usually about the disastrous I fought for commonsense legislation and understanding, not to mention negative effects of Obama policies like that helps all Americans have access to being the life of every Team Vitter the new waters of the United States high-quality and affordable health party, leading the rounds—rounds plu- rule, key and disastrous effects on care. That includes the work to dis- small businesses and job creators and ral—of Fireball shots. She and our mantle ObamaCare and replace it with their employees. daughter Lise are in the Gallery today. patient-centered health care reform, At the very same time, we found I thank them and Sophie, Airey, and which I am very hopeful the incoming common ground with Ranking Member Jack for decades of love and support. Trump administration will achieve. In SHAHEEN and other Democrats on the Lise, up there, was in my arms as a 2- the meantime, I have been fighting to committee. During my tenure as chair, year-old when I was first sworn into end Washington’s exemption from we passed 32 bipartisan bills out of the the House of Representatives and made ObamaCare, an illegal Obama adminis- committee, which is 22 more than my those previously quoted remarks: ‘‘I tration Executive order that allows predecessors did over a much longer pe- am honored, humbled, awestruck to Washington elites to avoid the most in- riod, and 8 of our bills have passed stand before you.’’ She has changed convenient, expensive aspects of the through the entire legislative process some, but as I said at the beginning of Affordable Care Act by giving them- and have been signed into law. my reflections, those feelings certainly selves taxpayer subsidized health care These accomplishments are but a have not. through an exchange meant solely for fraction of the years of hard work my I would like to close as I did that day small businesses. Also in the health staff and I have dedicated to the people in the House over 17 years ago; that is, care arena, I was able to pass into law of Louisiana and, indeed, the American simply by recognizing the wonderful, the bipartisan Steve Gleason Act of people. I have worked hard to be a loving forces that have brought me 2015. It provided immediate relief for champion for them because the govern- here today: God, family, led by my par- patients who have been denied access ment should serve the taxpayer and ents up above, and my wife Wendy, to lifesaving and life-altering medical not the other way around, and that in- staff and friends, and of course the equipment. It was about a 2014 Medi- cludes by working hard to stay in wonderful, wonderful people of Lou- care policy change that we had to re- touch through 398 townhall meetings, isiana. They are here with me today. verse. Our bill allowed these patients at least 5 in each parish of Louisiana, They are here with me always. I thank to have access to medical equipment through 231 telephone townhalls, and them from the depths of my heart. that truly empowers them, that is a through active, energetic casework and For the last time, I yield the floor. true lifeline, and it changes their lives constituent service. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- absolutely for the better. Clearly what I will treasure most ator from Louisiana. I have also fought against large drug about my service here is the people TRIBUTE TO DAVID VITTER manufacturing lobbies to allow for re- with whom I have been honored to Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I have importation of safe and approved pre- serve; my colleagues, including my fel- the honor to recognize and thank my scription medicine from other coun- low Louisianian Senator BILL CASSIDY, colleague and friend, the Honorable tries, which gives patients, especially mentors like former Senator Rick Senator DAVID VITTER, for his 25 years our seniors, relief from rising health Santorum and Senator JEFF SESSIONS, of service to Louisiana. Our State has care costs. and most especially each of the dedi- been fortunate to have him as its voice I have been honored to serve in the cated people who have been part of and advocate in this Chamber for the Senate in additional ways as well, in- Team Vitter. I have come to the Sen- past 12 years. cluding as a top Republican on the En- ate floor several times this year to On a personal note, when I arrived at vironment and Public Works Com- thank key departing staff members. the Senate, DAVID worked with me, mittee and most recently as chair of That is for a very simple reason. My sharing with me some of the privileges the Senate Committee on Small Busi- staff has been the key ingredient—the that normally he, as a senior Senator,

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He has set a pattern immediately assuming Roger Goddell It matters to the children who know that, again, by his graciousness and is the chief suspect for the power out- firsthand the burden of living with magnanimity, deserves repetition. age.’’ The quick-witted quip cut to the type 1 diabetes and who beg their par- As a new Senator, I was fortunate to emotion of the ‘‘Who Dat Nation.’’ ents for just one day off—their birth- have him as a resource for advice and As the 114th Congress comes to a day or Christmas—from having to deal knowledge that comes from time and close, the Senate will be losing an im- with the consequences of their juvenile experience in this body. There are some portant Member. DAVID brings a sound, diabetes. It matters to the family things that happen here that you have strategic mind to this Chamber that members who know the agonizing expe- to kind of have experience to follow. will be missed. I wish him, Wendy, rience of looking into the eyes of a DAVID had both the experience, the their children, Lise, Sophie, Airey, and loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s sharpness, and the insight to recognize. Jack, the best of luck in their journey disease, only to receive a confused look I again look forward to sharing what forward. On behalf of all Louisiana, I in return. It matters to the parents of he has taught me with whoever takes say thank you. young boys who have Duchenne mus- his place. I will note, as DAVID did, he I yield the floor. cular dystrophy, who know what it is helped lead our State through some of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- like to give their all in an effort to our worst times. From Hurricane ator from Louisiana. help their sons achieve their dreams, Katrina in 2005 to the great flood of Mr. VITTER. Mr. President, I thank whether it is finishing college or driv- 2016, all of the way in between, DAVID the Senator from Louisiana for his ing a car, even as every day their chil- has worked hard to make sure Lou- very kind remarks. More importantly, dren battle the progression of this de- isiana and the people of Louisiana have I want to thank him for years of great bilitating and ultimately terminal ill- what they need to recover. partnership, great work on behalf of ness. The 21st Century Cures Act will The hallmark of Senator VITTER’s Louisiana. I know he will make an out- drive progress in medical innovation so tenure is that he has always cared standing senior Senator. Thank you. that we can prevail against these dis- deeply about our State, constantly I yield the floor. eases and many more that cause so looking for what he could do that Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I sug- much pain and suffering, so much fear would benefit our State, not just in the gest the absence of a quorum. and uncertainty, and so much heart- short term but doing that which is con- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The break. sistent with his principles to help Lou- clerk will call the roll. There simply is no investment that isiana and the United States thrive in The senior assistant legislative clerk we can make that provides greater re- the long term. proceeded to call the roll. turn for Americans than our invest- He has been on the side of that fam- Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I ask ment in biomedical research. It not ily whose father goes for 2 weeks, unanimous consent that the order for only leads to new discoveries and the works on an oil rig in the middle of the the quorum call be rescinded. development of better treatments and Gulf of Mexico, working hard so his The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without even cures but also can have a dra- family has a better future. DAVID has objection, it is so ordered. matic effect on the budgets of families, been on the side of that mom juggling Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I rise in States, and the Federal Government. two jobs to earn enough to make sure strong support of the 21st Century The bill before us will help direct $4.8 her children’s needs are met. Cures Act, and I commend the chair- billion to the National Institutes of A recent example—again for the man and ranking member of the Senate Health, including $1.6 billion for the short-term and long-term perspective Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- BRAIN Initiative to improve our un- DAVID handled so well—he stayed per- sions Committee, Senator LAMAR derstanding of diseases such as ALS, sistent for years working across the ALEXANDER and Senator PATTY MUR- Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s, our Na- aisle, first with Senator Frank Lauten- RAY, for their unwavering commitment tion’s most costly disease. berg, then Senator UDALL, to pass the to this very significant bipartisan leg- We spend $263 billion a year caring much needed reform of the Toxic Sub- islation. for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Of stances Control Act, the first reform of The Senate HELP Committee, on that amount, approximately $160 bil- its kind in 40 years. which I am privileged to serve, has de- lion comes from the Medicare and Med- This reform protects both the work- voted considerable time and effort to icaid Programs. If the current trajec- ers—those people on that rig, perhaps, this comprehensive legislation. It in- tory continues as our population grows at least the people who would be proc- cludes many reforms and priorities older, this disease will bankrupt the essing the products of that rig—but that will benefit so many families Medicare and Medicaid Programs. That also gives the manufacturers of Lou- across our great country. The 21st Cen- is why I am so pleased to see the isiana and across the country the cer- tury Cures Act will support the re- BRAIN Initiative funded in this bill tainty they need to expand their busi- search and development of safe treat- and also the work we are doing in the nesses and create more jobs. ments and cures for millions of Ameri- Appropriations Committee to boost On a lighter note, DAVID is a great cans and their families who are coping funding for Alzheimer’s disease and Saints fan. We in Louisiana kind of with devastating diseases. It will im- other dementias so that we can finally liked the fact that when the slogan prove the process of moving new dis- find effective treatments, a means of ‘‘Who Dat’’ came up spontaneously, coveries from laboratory benches to pa- prevention, or perhaps even a cure for and people started to put it on their tient bedsides. this disease that brings so much heart- shirts and the NFL was going to go I doubt that there is a family in ache not only to those suffering from it court to stop this from happening, America who will not be touched by but to their families as well. DAVID wrote a letter to Roger Goddell. this important legislation in some way. Our bill will also help provide $1.8 bil- The letter started off by saying: ‘‘Who All of us have a family member, a co- lion for the Vice President’s Cancer Dat.’’ So speaking truth to power on worker, or a friend who has coura- Moonshot. We all know that Vice behalf of the ‘‘Who Dat Nation’’ is one geously faced the struggles of living President BIDEN has taken on this credit of his. with a debilitating chronic illness or a cause—a very personal one for him—be- Similarly, DAVID was tweeting before rare disease or who has received a dev- cause he lost his beloved son Beau to our President-elect made it perhaps as astating diagnosis and has passed away cancer. high profile. I remember during the far too soon, leaving a hole in our Another exciting field that will be 2013 Super Bowl in New Orleans—and hearts. Imagine how this could change funded by this bill is $30 million for re- again the context of this is, the Saints with the passage of the 21st Century generative medicine, using adult stem

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:50 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G05DE6.014 S05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSKBCBPHB2PROD with SENATE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6691 cells. How exciting it was to have an eral of my colleagues—Senators WAR- serious mental illness and to help their individual come before our policy REN, KIRK, BALDWIN, ALEXANDER, and families, who are often desperate to get lunch whose sight had been restored MURRAY—that is called the Advancing them the help they need. due to innovative stem cell surgery. NIH Strategic Planning and Improving I am pleased that the bill also in- This individual lives in Tennessee now Representation in Medical Research cludes the Mental Health on Campus but happens to be from Presque Isle, Act. Despite its extremely cumbersome Improvement Act, which I offered as an ME, just 13 miles from where I was name, it is an important bill that has amendment when we considered the born and grew up. How I wish so many been incorporated into this legislation. mental health legislation in com- older people in this country who are It will require the NIH to release peri- mittee. My colleague, Senator DICK losing their vision to macular degen- odically a strategic plan outlining how DURBIN, and I introduced this legisla- eration and glaucoma—in some cases, a the agency will meet its mission state- tion for the first time in 2009. I com- combination of both—or injuries to ment, and it will provide us with im- mend him for his leadership. their eyes could benefit from this ex- portant guidance and metrics as we College students in Maine and across citing development with adult stem continue to work together to increase the country must have access to crit- cells, which has restored the sight of this vital funding. ical and often lifesaving mental health someone who was legally blind. He now It will also help to ensure that study services. Despite growing demand for can drive. That is so exciting, and that populations in clinical research are these critical services, far too many is the promise of researching regenera- more representative of the diverse pop- students still lack access. Without tive medicine. ulation in our country. For example, these services, students may experi- In addition to support for NIH, the women face many of the same health ence detrimental effects that range 21st Century Cures Act will help direct threats as men, such as heart disease from declining academic performance $1 billion in much needed funding to and cancer, but they react differently to drug dependence and to being at address the horrendous heroin and to various treatments. greater risk of suicide. opioid abuse problem in this country. I remember years ago an infamous While millions of Americans suffer Maine has been particularly hard hit study that was called MRFIT. It had from mental illness, only a statistical by this epidemic. In just the first 9 only men enrolled in it. I believe, if few engage in unspeakable acts of vio- months of this year, Maine experienced memory serves me correctly, it was to lence against themselves or others. a record 286 overdose deaths. That is look at heart disease. Well, women Suicide, however, is the leading cause more than one a day. Tragically, that often have different symptoms of heart of death among Americans between the number already exceeds the 272 over- disease than do men, and they respond ages of 15 and 34. In addition, recent dose deaths in Maine during all of 2015. differently to different medications, tragedies on college campuses, such as I am distressed when I hear about the therapies, and treatments. We also the shooting at a community college in lack of treatment options for Mainers know that women are at higher risk for Roseburg, OR, or at Northern Illinois who are struggling with drug addic- certain chronic health conditions, such University, highlight the dire need for tion, particularly in rural areas. As a as Alzheimer’s disease and mental health outreach and counseling result of the shortage of treatment al- osteoporosis. They suffer from those services on college campuses. ternatives, this epidemic is playing out diseases in far greater numbers than do Perhaps some of the tragedies that in emergency rooms, county jails, and men. With Alzheimer’s disease, I am we have witnessed might have been on the main streets of my State. I wondering whether it is simply a mat- prevented had the resources been in can’t tell you how many sheriffs have ter that the biggest risk factor is age place to support timely diagnosis, come to me pleading for help, telling and women live longer than men, but early intervention, and effective treat- me that the intake area of their jail ment for those struggling with severe looks like a detox center or an emer- perhaps there are other factors at play. My point is that by helping to ensure mental illness. gency room of a hospital. They are that women, African Americans, One of the saddest meetings I have overwhelmed by these cases. We can and must do more to support Latinos, and other demographic groups had in the last year was with a group of access to treatment and to alert people are appropriately represented in clin- families from Maine who had adult of all ages to the risks of opioid abuse ical research, we can increase our sci- children who were suffering from se- and heroin use. The 21st Century Cures entific understanding of the causes, vere mental illness, yet these families Act will provide a vital infusion of $1 risk factors, prevention strategies, and felt powerless in getting them the help billion over 2 years to support grants effects of treatments for diseases that they needed. These adult children were to States to supplement treatment and commonly or disproportionately affect not compliant with the medication prevention efforts. these populations. they had been prescribed, and in many I was talking with one of my col- The bill before us also includes legis- cases their families felt powerless to be leagues earlier today. Both of us re- lation that I introduced with my col- able to get them the help they needed. member when we were in school hear- league from Wisconsin, Senator BALD- In one terrible case, a man’s son was ing lectures from recovering heroin ad- WIN, to help address the educational released from a hospital in the State of dicts who came into the schools, and I debt burden that many young research- Maine—from a hospital for people with can state that it was highly effective. ers face. This is so important to help mental illness—and he killed his moth- We would never have tried heroin. I ensure that America’s finest, up-and- er, thinking she was Al Qaeda. Only can’t even think of a proper analogy. coming young researchers continue to then could his father get his son the in- We know, unfortunately, that many help lead the world in biomedical dis- stitutionalized help his son so des- of the people who are using heroin covery in this country. I don’t want to perately needed. started with prescription opioids, and lose these young talented people to It was just such a painful, painful that is why I am encouraged by move- other countries. I want them to stay story to hear from this anguished fa- ments across our country and by ac- right here. If they come to work for the ther and husband. I believe the lan- tions taken, at my request and the re- NIH or the CDC or other federally fund- guage in this bill will help to change quest of other Senators, by the Centers ed institutions and agencies and we can that. for Medicare & Medicaid Services to get them help with their medical The 21st Century Cures Act passed make sure we are not putting pressure school, college, their advanced degrees, the House last week by an over- on providers to overprescribe opioids. and their debt, that is a very good whelming vote of 392 to 26. Think how Surely they are appropriate in certain agreement for us to be making. few bills pass with that kind of strong, cases, but the number of prescriptions It is also of tremendous importance bipartisan support. It is supported by has soared in this country and is twice that we were able to add mental health President Obama, who had an op-ed in the number prescribed on a per capita legislation to the 21st Century Cures Maine newspapers this weekend endors- basis as in our neighboring country of Act. The reforms in this bill will en- ing the bill. It is the product of years Canada. hance coordination, address a lack of of bipartisan work on the Senate HELP The 21st Century Cures Act also in- resources, and develop real solutions to Committee, and it has earned the sup- cludes a bill that I introduced with sev- improve outcomes for individuals with port of more than 300 organizations.

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I am surprised because, also wants to divert funds from the VA and Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of while this bill may not be perfect—and and cripple its ability to plan for the America are organized as nonprofit no bill is—there is so much that is long term to recruit doctors and nurses groups whose missions are simply to worthwhile, good, and significant in it and to invest in the information tech- help veterans. that will make such a difference to so nology that can improve veterans’ ex- Concerned Veterans for America is many American families. periences at the VA. These cuts will an issue advocacy group with a polit- I urge all of our colleagues to vote in undermine the quality of care at the ical mission. VSOs disclose their do- support of this bill so that we can VA. nors. CVA doesn’t have to. Yet CVA quickly send it to the President’s desk, There is nothing wrong with helping has incredible influence and the ear of where he is eager to sign it into law. It veterans get specialty care in the com- the President-elect. This is deeply con- may well be the most important, far- munity in a timely fashion when the cerning to me and, more importantly, reaching legislation that we pass this VA cannot do it. That often happens in it is deeply concerning to the veterans year in terms of its benefits for fami- rural communities, but CVA’s push for across this Nation. lies across this great Nation. wholesale dismantling of the VA is not I talk to veterans every week when I Mr. President, I suggest the absence what we want, and that is not what the am home in Montana. They universally of a quorum. veterans need. tell me that they like the care they re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The We need to talk to the veterans—the ceive from the VA once they get in the clerk will call the roll. veterans I have spoken to—and this is door; the problem is getting in the The senior assistant legislative clerk what we will see. door. They don’t want to see a private proceeded to call the roll. When folks volunteer to serve in the doc; they want to be seen by a VA doc. Mr. TESTER. Mr. President, I ask Armed Forces, this Nation is indebted They know that the VA understands unanimous consent that the order for to them. We must ensure that we de- their unique issues. They know that the quorum call be rescinded. liver on those promises that are made. doctors and nurses at the VA are atten- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Privatizing the VA will fail our vet- tive to the wounds of war. objection, it is so ordered. erans and their families. It will reduce My hope is that President-elect Don- SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS the quality of care that our veterans ald Trump starts talking with the folks Mr. TESTER. Mr. President, I rise receive, and it will be more expensive who want to help veterans and not to today on behalf of nearly 100,000 vet- for taxpayers. Privatizing the VA will organizations with a political agenda. erans who live in Montana. These are ultimately mean that veterans will My hope is that he will work with folks who have earned our deep respect wait longer for doctors’ appointments Chairman ISAKSON and me and count- and gratitude. and the cost of care will go up. less other reputable veterans groups to I have traveled the State many All we have to do is take a look at hold the VA accountable while increas- times, listened to their ideas, and I the Veterans Choice Program, which ing access to care. My hope is that he have listened to their concerns. Mon- allows veterans to access care at pri- will work with Democrats, Repub- tana’s veterans have not been shy vate facilities. It has resulted in longer licans, and Independents to reform our about expressing their views. wait times, and this is unacceptable. campaign finance laws so that we can What I have heard is this. There is no Under this program, veterans are ac- increase transparency and know who is doubt that we must hold the VA ac- tually waiting longer to see doctors. trying to influence this government. countable and work to improve access Hospitals are increasingly frustrated My hope is that he will put veterans to health care, jobs, education, trans- and refusing to see veterans, and costs first as he chooses the next VA Sec- portation, and housing for veterans. are going through the roof. Imagine retary. That is why it is critically important this program on steroids. That is what I remain hopeful that we can find that we are taking marching orders the CVA wants to do—all while starv- common ground to work together to from veterans and the advocacy organi- ing the VA’s existing workforce and in- hold the VA accountable, to improve zations that are led by veterans, be- frastructure. In fact, what CVA is care, and to ensure that we are all de- cause we know that their top priority pushing for is similar to what Speaker livering for veterans. When our broth- is to do right by the folks who they RYAN wants to do with Medicare, and ers and sisters and sons and daughters serve. we have seen the backlash to that pro- are sent to war, we make promises to Veterans in Montana also tell me posal by seniors across this Nation. them—promises we must keep. When that when it comes to solving the prob- The same is true with the veterans they come home, they are changed peo- lems facing veterans, they expect folks and proposals to privatize the VA. It is ple, and we cannot expect the private in Washington, DC, to check their poli- simply bad policy. Groups such as the sector to address these seen and unseen tics at the door and go to work. VFW, the American Legion, Disabled wounds of war. Unfortunately, there are groups out American Veterans, Iraq and Afghani- In this upcoming Congress, there will there that are funded by dark money. stan Veterans of America, and many be incredible opportunities to make They hide their out-of-touch political others oppose privatization, and they progress, and I am fully committed to agenda behind the veil of our Nation’s oppose it for good reason. Montana’s veterans and veterans veterans. The American Legion national com- across this country and their families, As the incoming ranking member of mander, Dale Barnett, said it best: and I will push back against those who the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I The private sector didn’t send our heroes attempt to undermine the noble mis- have serious concerns about who Presi- to war. Uncle Sam did. sion of the Veterans’ Administration. dent-Elect Trump is listening to when Barnett is right. The Federal Govern- Mr. President, I yield the floor. it comes to honoring our veterans and ment has an obligation to honor those Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I this Nation’s commitment to those incredible sacrifices. When we shirk wish to support the 21st Century Cures who have worn the uniform. That is that responsibility, it dishonors those Act, which would make vital invest- why it is so troubling that recent news brave men and women. We need to lis- ments in research to develop new treat- reports have indicated that the Trump ten to the American Legion and count- ments for deadly diseases, including administration is relying heavily on less other veterans groups, whose mis- cancer. The bill would also dedicate guidance from Concerned Veterans for sion is to help the veterans, not un- desperately needed funding to address America. Concerned Veterans for ravel the VA. Veterans service organi- some of our country’s most pressing America is a political advocacy group zations are very different and have a public health problems—opioid addic- funded by the Koch brothers, who want very different mission and tax struc- tion and mental illness. to dump unlimited amounts of dark ture than Concerned Veterans for First, I would like to speak about the money to push dangerous policies that America, the first being that VSOs bill’s provisions for cancer and rare dis- would privatize the VA or to convert take their cues from the veterans they eases. Cancer touches the lives of all the Veterans Health Administration represent, not from billionaire political Americans; it doesn’t discriminate. We

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We cancer at some point in their lives, ac- homeless population is battling mental have made progress with the FDA. I cording to the National Cancer Insti- illness. So, by improving our mental championed with Senators COLLINS and tute. We have made great strides in im- health system, we are also going to ad- MANCHIN on this. I thank my senior proving detection, treatment, and sur- dress connected issues like homeless- colleague from Tennessee for all of his vival rates for many cancers, including ness. action on the Regrow Act so we can early-stage breast cancer, prostate can- Under the bill, Health and Human make the fundamental point of using cer, and melanoma. Services will develop a strategic plan your own stem cells to accelerate heal- Despite this progress, other cancers to address mental health priorities. ing. In the case of using your own stem like pancreatic and certain brain can- There is increased funding to train our cells, they already have your exact cers remain extremely deadly, with doctors and nurses to better integrate DNA match. I think it is wise that we very low 5-year survival rates. These substance abuse and mental health go through a shorter process. I thank cancers are typically detected in late treatment into primary care visits. the Senator for putting the Kirk lan- stages, and even the most cutting-edge The bill also reauthorizes many im- guage in the Regrow Act. treatments may result in just a few portant existing programs, including I yield the floor. more months of life. the National Suicide Prevention Life- Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, The Cures Act designates nearly $4.8 line and the National Child Traumatic while we are waiting for Senator MUR- billion in additional funds for medical Stress Network, and increases support PHY, let me salute Senator KIRK for his research through the National Insti- for mental health and drug courts. leadership from the very beginning. He tutes of Health, $1.8 billion of which These innovative approaches to crimi- has pointed out to the committee and will expand and accelerate cancer re- nal justice provide an alternative proc- the Senate that, as the Mayo Clinic has search, in line with Vice President ess for individuals to receive and com- said, regenerative medicine is a game BIDEN’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative. ply with needed treatment and are sup- changer for stroke victims, for heart This research funding also supports im- ported by the law enforcement commu- disease, and for people with retinal dis- portant initiatives focused on precision nity. ease. medicine and neurological research. The bill further provides for police Thanks to Senator KIRK, Senator Next, I would like to talk about the training when police officers encounter COLLINS, Senator MANCHIN, and Sen- bill’s funding to combat opioid addic- individuals who exhibit mental illness. ator MCCONNELL, we have legislation tion, which is an epidemic in this coun- I recently convened meetings in Los that takes an important and respon- try. Nearly 2 million Americans are ad- Angeles and San Francisco with law sible step forward to recognize the dicted to opioids, and 19,000 Americans enforcement and community leaders, promise of regenerative medicine. overdosed and died in 2014. This epi- and they all stressed the importance of This bill includes $30 million to the demic stems from a surge in the use of deescalating situations with mentally National Institutes of Health for clin- prescription drugs. It is not a coinci- ill individuals to make sure that situa- ical trials to support regenerative med- dence that prescription overdose tions do not end with violent encoun- icine. Then there are two other provi- deaths quadrupled during the same pe- ters. sions in the bill. One of them allows riod that opioid prescriptions quad- In closing, I reiterate my support for the Food and Drug Administration to rupled. the 21 Century Cures Act and urge its make regenerative therapeutic prod- In 2012, 259 million prescriptions for swift passage. This is a great oppor- ucts eligible for the FDA’s existing ac- opioids were written. That means 80 tunity to spur this century’s medical celerated drug approval pathway. We percent of Americans could have a bot- innovation, improve access to needed have had great success over the last 4 tle of pills. Prescription drug abuse fre- treatments, and strengthen public or 5 years with an accelerated pathway quently leads to heroin addiction be- health. for drugs, similar to what Senators cause these drugs affect the brain in The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. BURR and BENNET and others got en- the same way. This problem is exacer- COATS). The Senator from Tennessee. acted into law. We are doing the same bated because heroin is significantly Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I thing with combination drugs and de- cheaper that prescription opioids like ask unanimous consent that Senator vices in this legislation. Now Senator OxyContin or fentanyl. KIRK be recognized next and then Sen- KIRK has added regenerative medicine This crisis demands an immediate, ator MURPHY following him and that to the accelerated pathway, and I sa- comprehensive, national response. Con- after that, I be recognized. We will be lute him for that leadership. gress took a first step earlier this year, voting at 5:30. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- passing the Comprehensive Addiction The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ator from Illinois. and Recovery Act in May. This bill au- objection, it is so ordered. Mr. KIRK. Mr. President, I wish to thorizes grants to expand access to The Senator from Illinois. remind my colleague, who is also the substance use disorder treatment, Mr. KIRK. Mr. President, 4 years ago chairman of the Appropriations Energy strengthen prescription drug moni- I climbed the Capitol steps for those Subcommittee that controls the toring programs, and supply first re- who could not. I vowed to return to the exascale funding, one of the most com- sponders with naloxone, which can re- Senate to create and establish a stand- plicated things we can face in our verse the effects of an overdose. How- ard of care for rehabilitation in this world is biological systems when we ever, this bill didn’t include any fund- legislation to make sure many people look at the new Aurora computer that ing for the initiatives it authorized. can have access to the best rehab, as I is going to be built in the Argonne Na- The Cures Act takes that step, pro- did. With the passage of the Cures Act tional Laboratories. I know that at viding $1 billion for the Department of tomorrow, we will achieve this lofty Oak Ridge, we have exascale com- Health and Human Services to fund goal. puters. My goal is to make sure we are many of the prevention and treatment The Cures Act also contains bipar- always way ahead of the Chinese. In programs authorized by Congress ear- tisan provisions to provide accelerated the case of Aurora, we now have $165 lier this year. approval of regenerative medicines and million to make sure that we have a Lastly, I would like to highlight the therapies. The Regrow Act, which is computer that is far faster than the bill’s provisions to improve our coun- also in this bill, is a major step forward computer in China. With that, we will try’s mental health system. This is an so that Americans will not have to go be able to model proteins themselves area where we fall far short. We don’t to other countries for their own stem to make sure we make these advances do nearly enough to ensure those with cells to be used in their own therapy. much faster. My hope is that we will be

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Every piece of legisla- research in a time of breathtaking op- going to be a whole heck of a lot more tion that he touches goes through by a portunity. likely that a life-changing, lifesaving couple hundred votes. When we see It will advance Vice President drug is going to be able to make it to LAMAR take over a bill, we know it is BIDEN’s Cancer Moonshot to find cures market in time to save a life. going to be going through on a big wal- for cancer and President Obama’s Pre- Every single one of the underlying loping. He got a huge vote in the Sen- cision Medicine Initiative, as well as reforms in this bill to the drug dis- ate, and I hope he gets a big vote again. the BRAIN Initiative. covery process is bipartisan. I think Everything he touches turns to gold, It will help move safe and effective about Senators BENNET and HATCH’s and we cannot have a better friend in treatments and cures through the de- bill, the promise for antibiotics and medical care than we have in LAMAR velopment and regulatory process more therapeutics for health, which estab- ALEXANDER. rapidly, and it will lower costs, making lishes a new pathway for antibacterial Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, the medicines available sooner and hope- and antifungal drugs that will treat se- Senator from Illinois is very generous, fully also at lower costs to patients. rious, life-threatening infections for and I thank him, but I would remind It will provide $1 billion in grants to patients. I think about Senator CASEY him that he was the persistent agent help deal with the raging opioid epi- and Senator ISAKSON working on the for the change in support for regenera- demic. Advancing Hope Act, which will extend tive medicine. That wasn’t easy to do, It includes legislation to help the one the pediatric priority review voucher and he has been the leader, along with in five adults in this country suffering program until 2020. It incentivizes drug others of us who cared about the same from a mental illness, help them re- companies to research treatment for thing, in making sure the United ceive treatment by updating many of life-altering diseases that impact pedi- States maintains its lead in supercom- our country’s mental health programs atric patients. puting competition around the world. for the first time in a decade. Inside this bill are all sorts of good, It will improve health information important, bipartisan achievements. Senator MURPHY, the Senator from technology for doctors who are eager Connecticut, is coming. I think what I As Senator ALEXANDER noted, there is to get rid of the overdocumentation of will do is begin, and when he comes I also help on the way for people suf- hospitals and their patients and help will stop and let him make his 5 min- fering from addiction. In my tiny little get the Nation’s electronic health utes of remarks and then resume so I State—only 1 percent of the Nation’s records system out of the ditch. don’t delay the vote because I know ev- population—we are going to have over From a taxpayer’s point of view, it eryone is looking forward to casting a 800 people die this year from drug does all of these things in a fiscally re- great big ‘‘yes’’ vote in a few minutes. overdoses. Yes, we need to get to the sponsible way by reducing other spend- source of that epidemic and stop people The U.S. Senate majority leader, ing to pay for every penny of the $6.3 from getting addicted to pain medica- whose position in the Senate this is, billion cost. tions in the first place, but, boy, we has said more than once in private I see the Senator from Connecticut have an awful lot of people showing up meetings I attended and on the floor of on the floor, so I would like to suspend with overdoses in our emergency rooms this body that the 21st Century Cures my remarks for 5 minutes so that he who have no place to go, have no detox bill on which we will be voting in a few can make his, and then I would ask programs, no long-term residential pro- minutes is the most important legisla- unanimous consent that the totality of grams. The $1 billion authorized in this tion Congress will pass this year. my remarks follow his remarks. legislation to fight the opioid epidemic In his address to the Nation this past Before he speaks, let me just say is going to save lives in my little weekend, President Obama urged us to once again how much I appreciate his State. vote for the bill today and tomorrow. leadership and that of Senator CASSIDY Finally, when it comes to the issue of ‘‘It could help us find a cure for Alz- and Senator CORNYN. One reason the mental health—Senator ALEXANDER, heimer’s,’’ the President said. ‘‘It could majority leader calls this the most im- Senator CASSIDY, and I were on the end cancer as we know it and help portant piece of legislation Congress floor last week talking about this leg- those seeking treatment for opioid ad- will act on this year is because it in- islation; the focus on funding preven- diction.’’ The President continued: cludes the mental health legislation tion, the focus on making sure parents ‘‘It’s an opportunity to save lives and that these Senators, including Senator are part of the care for their adult chil- an opportunity we just can’t miss.’’ MURPHY, Senator CORNYN, and Senator dren, the focus on ensuring that insur- Vice President BIDEN has been tele- CASSIDY, have offered. ance companies really do pay attention phoning Senators urging support for The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- to the Parity Act we passed 10 years 21st Century Cures because, in the Vice ator from Connecticut. ago in this Congress to assure that you President’s words, it is a big step for Mr. MURPHY. Mr. President, I appre- get covered for mental illness just like cancer research and the Cancer Moon- ciate Senator ALEXANDER’s kindness in physical illness. A broken leg really shot that is so close to his heart. allowing me to say a few words in sup- isn’t any different than a broken brain Speaker PAUL RYAN in the House of port of this bill on behalf of myself and when we think about it. We can treat Representatives has made 21st Century Senator MURRAY. I wish to congratu- both. These are important advances in Cures explicitly a centerpiece of his vi- late Senator ALEXANDER for once again mental health as well. sion for our country’s future, describ- showing how the Senate can work I know this place has a bad reputa- ing it as ‘‘bipartisan legislation that properly, how we can bring together tion; that people pay attention to the would accelerate the discovery, devel- Republicans and Democrats for a pri- fights here more often than they do to opment, and delivery of lifesaving ority that really has nothing to do the moments where we get together treatments.’’ with whether one is a Republican or a and cooperate. The 21st Century Cures With such bipartisan support from Democrat or whether one voted for Hil- Act that Senator MURRAY and Senator the President of the United States, the lary Clinton or Donald Trump. If peo- ALEXANDER, with help from Senator Vice President of the United States, ple are out there suffering from a life- CORNYN, me, Senator CASSIDY, and in the Speaker of the House, the Senate altering or potentially terminal dis- the House Congressmen UPTON, PAL- majority leader—two Democrats, two ease or suffering from mental illness or LONE, TIM MURPHY, and EDDIE BERNICE Republicans—it is no wonder that on addiction, they need help, and we are JOHNSON—this is an example of how last Wednesday, the House of Rep- coming together in maybe one of the this place can work better. resentatives approved 21st Century most important pieces of health legis- As we head in to what may be a very Cures by the overwhelming vote of 392 lation that has passed this Congress in charged atmosphere in January, I hope to 26. a very long time to deliver that help. we remember this moment. I wanted to

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We saw it in our Senate Health Com- Senators BURR, BENNET, HATCH, and Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I mittee, where we approved 19 bills that DONNELLY would speed safe break- thank the Senator for his words, sup- include 50 proposals, and every one through devices, putting senior people port, and his leadership this year. I with both a Democratic and Repub- in charge of the review process. thank also Senator MURRAY from lican sponsor, except for 1 bill offered CASEY, ISAKSON, BROWN, and KIRK’s Washington. She would be here, except solely by Senator MURRAY, who is the legislation. If you are the parent of a her plane is delayed. The vote will be ranking Democratic member of our child with a rare disease like brain can- held open to make sure she can be here, committee. cer, their bill would increase the likeli- but Senator MURRAY is a Member of We have a diverse committee of 22 hood that your child will be able to the Democratic leadership and well re- Members—that would be an under- take a drug that will help by giving a spected on that side of the aisle but statement, actually—some of the most drug company that develops a drug for also on this side of the aisle because, liberal Members and some of the most such a disease a voucher they could when she can, she creates an environ- conservative Members, but when our keep or sell that would speed up the re- ment where we can do today exactly committee considered these 19 bills view of another drug. what we are doing today. I think the during our 3 markups held over several One may say this is getting boring. American people appreciate that, and months, the largest number of votes This is too long. It is not boring to the Senator MURPHY and I both benefit against any one of these 19 bipartisan millions of Americans who stand to from that. I thank the Senator for bills was 2. Let me say that again. The benefit from this, and it is exactly the those remarks and will now continue largest number of votes—recorded kind of work we ought to be doing in my remarks. votes—against any one of these 19 bi- the United States Senate and what the At a Senate hearing earlier this year, partisan bills was 2 in our committee American people would like to see us Dr. Francis Collins, the distinguished of 22. do more of. head of the National Institutes of Here is what some of those 19 bipar- The Medical Electronic Data Tech- Health—an agency he calls the ‘‘Na- tisan bills—again, approved unani- nology Enhancement Act, with Sen- tional Institutes of Hope’’—offered mously or by a wide margin—would do ators BENNET and HATCH and many oth- ‘‘bold predictions’’ about major ad- to help move safe and effective treat- ers interested in that. vances to expect in the next 10 years ments and cures more rapidly through Senators BURR and CASEY and ISAK- from sustained investments in bio- the regulatory process and into pa- SON and ROBERTS have important legis- medical research, such as we are doing tients’ medicine cabinets and into doc- lation for planning ahead for events with this bill. tors’ offices. like bioterror attacks, to help protect One prediction is that scientists will For example, Senators BENNET, WAR- find ways to identify individuals at against anthrax, for example, or small- REN, BURR, and HATCH’s act would pox. risk for Alzheimer’s even before symp- allow researchers to use their own data The Combination Products Innova- toms appear, as well as how to slow or from previously approved therapies tion Act, with a number of Senators in- even prevent the disease. Today, Alz- when they submit for review a treat- volved on the committee, will help pre- heimer’s causes untold family grief and ment or cure for serious rare genetic vent the growing field of combination costs $236 billion a year. Left un- diseases, like Duchenne’s, a rare kind products—like bandaids with Neosporin checked, the cost in 2050 would be more of muscular dystrophy that could im- built in or a heart stent that can be than our Nation spends on national de- pact children as young as 3. implanted to deliver blood thinners to fense. Senators BURR and FRANKEN’s legis- Dr. Collins’ other predictions are lation will help to bring innovative prevent clots—from being caught in equally breathtaking. Using stem cells, medical devices—such as artificial redtape. doctors could use a patient’s own cells knees, insulin pumps, and heart Then there is legislation that will to rebuild his or her heart. This person- stents—to patients more quickly by give patients and their families a voice alized rebuilt heart, Dr. Collins says, getting rid of unnecessary burdens in in drug development. There is one that would make transplant waiting lists medical device evaluations and stream- is a top priority for the heads of FDA and anti-rejection drugs obsolete. He lining the review process for clinical and NIH which will help those agencies expects development of an artificial trials. attract and keep the kind of talent pancreas to help diabetes patients by Senators BALDWIN and COLLINS have they need to approve all these exciting tracking blood glucose levels and cre- a bill to improve opportunities for our advances that are coming. ating precise doses of insulin. He says a young researchers, essential to advanc- There is legislation to shorten the Zika vaccine should be widely avail- ing biomedical research. development of new treatments to help able by 2018, with universal flu vaccine Senator KIRK just talked about his those affected with life-threatening and HIV/AIDS vaccine available within legislation with BENNET, HATCH, MUR- superbugs. the decade. To relieve suffering and KOWSKI, ISAKSON, and COLLINS to im- The Advancing Precision Medicine deal with the epidemic of opioid addic- prove rehabilitation research and help Act, which Senator MURRAY and I co- tion that led to 28,000 overdose deaths the approximately 800,000 Americans sponsored, is in direct support of Presi- in America in 2014, he predicts new who suffer a stroke each year. dent Obama’s initiative to map 1 mil- nonaddictive medicines to manage Senators ISAKSON, MURPHY, CASEY, lion genomes so researchers can de- pain, an even more effective antidote WICKER, and VITTER will help advance velop treatments and cures tailored to than the $1 billion we would be author- our understanding of neurological dis- a patient’s genome. izing by our votes today. These truly eases. There are five or six other major would be miracles. Senator MURRAY, as I mentioned ear- pieces of legislation that I will include The bill has taken more than 2 years lier, will clarify that the FDA requires in the RECORD but not read at this time to assemble both in the Senate and the cleaning and validation data for reus- because we are approaching the time House. There have been major dif- able medical devices. for a vote, but let me conclude by say- ferences of opinion, but the resolution Senators MURRAY, HATCH, BENNET, ing that in addition to these bipartisan of those differences—thanks to Senator CASSIDY and WHITEHOUSE’s bill will im- policies, the 21st Century Cures bill in- MURRAY and many other Senators—has prove health information technology cludes $6.3 billion in funding. We usu- been bipartisan every step of the way. for doctors and their patients. We had ally don’t attach such funding to a bill We saw that on display in the work of six hearings on medical information authorizing programs. We usually work

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Members will have plenty to say about have been working on our authorizing In addition, this year’s portion of his life and his legacy later in the legislation, our appropriations com- Cures funding—including one-half bil- week, but today the Senate would like mittees have recommended major in- lion for opioid grants—is included in to specifically acknowledge his efforts creases in support for biomedical re- the continuing resolution that we will to help Americans struggling with can- search, and it is important that every vote on later this week. cer. Senator know this. In the current year, This is the kind of lasting legacy the He has known the cruel toll this dis- at the urging of Senators BLUNT and President of the United States and our ease can take, but he hasn’t let it de- Senator MURRAY, Congress added $2 Congress can be proud of. The next ad- feat him. He has chosen to fight back. billion a year to the $32 billion budget ministration or the next Congress will He has taken a leading role, and the of the National Institutes of Health, not be repealing this law because we Senate will soon pass the 21st Century which could total $20 billion over 10 have taken the time to work out our Cures Act as a testament to his tre- years. Then, the Senate Appropriations differences and create a consensus of mendous effort. Committee recommended another $2 support. We did this at this time last I think it is fitting to dedicate this billion increase for the next fiscal year, year with an equally complicated bill bill’s critical cancer initiatives in 2017, which could total another $20 bil- to fix No Child Left Behind, which, de- honor of someone who would be proud lion over 10 years. This 21st Century spite its complexities, received 85 votes of the Presiding Officer today, and that Cures legislation adds $4.8 billion in a in this body. When he signed it, the is his son Beau. In just a moment, that surge of one-time spending for the Na- President called it a ‘‘Christmas mir- is exactly what the Senate will do—re- tional Institutes of Health on top of acle.’’ naming the NIH’s cancer initiatives in the regular appropriated money toward The 21st Century Cures bill will this bill after Beau Biden. key objectives: $1.8 billion for the Can- present President Obama with another Mr. REID. Will the Senator yield for cer Moonshot, $1.4 billion for precision Christmas miracle, one that will help a brief statement? medicine, $1.6 for the BRAIN Initiative, virtually every family. When we pass Mr. MCCONNELL. If I could say to and it adds $1 billion for State grants this legislation, the real winners will my friend the Democratic leader, I to help States fight the opioid abuse be the American families whose lives have one more thing here. epidemic. I believe that for every State will be improved by this bipartisan leg- Therefore, Mr. President, I ask unan- represented by a Senator here tonight, islation. imous consent that the Senate proceed the opioid epidemic is on the front Mr. President, I yield the floor. to the consideration of H. Con. Res. 174, pages of the newspapers. It adds $500 I suggest the absence of a quorum. which is at the desk. million for the Food and Drug Admin- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The VICE PRESIDENT. The clerk istration, and 21st Century Cures also clerk will call the roll. will report the concurrent resolution gives the National Institutes of Health The senior assistant legislative clerk by title. $30 million for clinical trials to support proceeded to call the roll. The senior assistant legislative clerk regenerative medicine, which the Mayo Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I read as follows: Clinic has described as a ‘‘game-chang- ask unanimous consent that the order A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 174) ing area of medicine with the potential for the quorum call be rescinded. directing the Clerk of the House of Rep- resentatives to make a correction in the en- to fully heal damaged tissues and or- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without rollment of H.R. 34. gans, offering solutions and hope for objection, it is so ordered. There being no objection, the Senate people who have conditions that are be- Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, proceeded to consider the concurrent yond repair.’’ It gives the FDA author- with the permission of my distin- resolution. ity to allow regenerative therapeutic guished chairman, who has worked AMENDMENT NO. 5137 products to be eligible for FDA’s exist- very hard on this bill and whose efforts ing accelerated drug approval pathway. I appreciate very much, I wanted to (Purpose: To make additional corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 34) I wish to acknowledge the work of add, very briefly, that I hope very Speaker RYAN and Leader MCCONNELL much and look forward to working Mr. MCCONNELL. I call up an in designing a way to secure funding with my colleagues to assure that the amendment, which would rename a that both Democrats and Republicans second tranche of the opioid funding is title of the bill. can accept. That is not always easy. aligned with the CARA bill, or the I would say to the clerk that I would For those concerned about additional Comprehensive Addiction and Recov- like for her to read it in its entirety. spending—often on our side of the ery Act, which we just passed in such The VICE PRESIDENT. The clerk aisle—Speaker RYAN and House Budget bipartisan fashion a few months ago. will report. The senior assistant legislative clerk Chairman TOM PRICE made sure the We have not achieved that alignment funding is one time, not mandatory, yet, and I hope that we do very soon. I read as follows: paid for, and approved each year by Ap- appreciate the terrific efforts of my The Senator from Kentucky [Mr. propriations Committees. It doesn’t MCCONNELL] proposes an amendment num- chairman. bered 5137. add one penny to the overall budget be- With that, I yield. Beginning on page 1, line 7, strike ‘‘fol- cause for every increase in the discre- I suggest the absence of a quorum. lowing correction:’’ and all that follows and tionary budget, we reduce the same The PRESIDING OFFICER. The insert the following: amount in the mandatory ledger. clerk will call the roll. ‘‘following corrections: For those who worry that Congress The senior assistant legislative clerk ‘‘(1) Amend the long title so as to read: ‘An might not approve the $6.3 billion in proceeded to call the roll. Act to accelerate the discovery, develop- ment, and delivery of 21st century cures, and additional spending in later years—I Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I for other purposes.’. have heard a little of that from the ask unanimous consent that the order ‘‘(2) Amend the section heading for section other side of the aisle—my answer is for the quorum call be rescinded. 1001 so as to read: ‘BEAU BIDEN CANCER MOON- that the best way to ensure the money The VICE PRESIDENT. Without ob- SHOT AND NIH INNOVATION PROJECTS’. is spent in the following years is a big jection, it is so ordered. ‘‘(3) Amend the table of contents in section vote today and tomorrow when we fi- f 1 so that the item relating to section 1001 nally pass the bill, just as the House reads as follows: did last week. DIRECTING THE CLERK OF THE ‘‘ ‘1001. Beau Biden Cancer Moonshot and NIH In conclusion, it will be hard to ex- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES innovation projects.’.’’. plain why you voted to spend $6.3 bil- TO MAKE A CORRECTION IN THE Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I lion for cancer, the Precision Medicine ENROLLMENT OF H.R. 34 ask unanimous consent that the Initiative, and opioids this year but Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, it is amendment be agreed to, the concur- then voted not to spend it next year, a rare day when we see the Vice Presi- rent resolution, as amended, be agreed

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She had grown up in Chicago ed, was agreed to. siring to vote? with a family of modest means. (Applause.) The yeas and nays resulted—yeas 85, During the course of her childhood, The VICE PRESIDENT. Thank you. nays 13, as follows: she signed up for what is known as the The Democratic leader. [Rollcall Vote No. 156 Leg.] Merit music program in Chicago. They Mr. REID. Mr. President, I say to all YEAS—85 offered free instruments and free musi- my colleagues, the Presiding Officer cal instruction to kids from low-in- served in the Senate for 36 years. Dur- Alexander Feinstein Murphy Ayotte Fischer Nelson come families. It is a great program. ing that time he was here, he was Baldwin Flake Paul Tereza Lee signed up, and it turned out about as much a man of the Senate as Barrasso Franken Perdue she had an extraordinary talent at anyone could be. He was a Democrat, Bennet Gardner Peters piano. When she came to contact my Blumenthal Graham Reed but he was also available to anybody Blunt Grassley office, it was as she was leaving high anytime, and I so admire him. I know Reid Booker Hatch Risch school and applying to be accepted at Boozman Heinrich that he has worked very closely with Roberts the best music schools in the Amer- Burr Heitkamp the Republican leader on some very Rounds Cantwell Heller ica—Juilliard in New York and the important issues the last 8 years. Cardin Hirono Rubio Conservatory of Music in Manhattan. I want the record to be spread with Carper Hoeven Sasse She went to fill out the application, the fact that the Presiding Officer is as Casey Inhofe Schatz Scott and when it came to a question of her proud of his family as anyone could be, Cassidy Isakson Coats Johnson Sessions citizenship and nationality, she wasn’t and doing this for Beau only furthers Cochran Kaine Shaheen certain what to put. Her mother sug- the effect that this man, the Presiding Collins King Shelby gested that she call our office, and she Officer, has had on this country. I am Coons Kirk Stabenow Corker Klobuchar Sullivan did. We told her that under the law she grateful to the Republican leader for Cornyn Lankford Tester was undocumented, brought here at the allowing me to cosponsor this impor- Cotton Leahy Thune age of 2 on a visitor visa. Her mother tant amendment, changing the name of Crapo Markey Tillis had never filed any papers for her. She this bill to the Beau Biden Memorial Cruz McCain Toomey Daines McCaskill had grown up in America thinking she Moonshot. Vitter Donnelly McConnell Warner was an American citizen like her Durbin I am grateful to you, the Republican Menendez Whitehouse brother and sister who were born here, Enzi Mikulski leader. All of the Senators understand Wicker Ernst Moran and she came to realize at the age of 17 that the man presiding is really a man or 18 that in the eyes of the law she had of the Senate and always will be. NAYS—13 no legal standing in America. (Applause.) Boxer Manchin Schumer The law is pretty harsh for people f Brown Merkley Udall Capito Murkowski Warren like Tereza. The law says she needs to TSUNAMI WARNING, EDUCATION, Gillibrand Portman leave the United States for 10 years AND RESEARCH ACT OF 2015— Lee Sanders and apply to return to the United Continued NOT VOTING—2 States. Murray Wyden Where would she go—to Korea? She CLOTURE MOTION had never been there. She grew up in The VICE PRESIDENT. Pursuant to The VICE PRESIDENT. On this vote, Brazil for a short period of time. She rule XXII, the Chair lays before the the yeas are 85, the nays are 13. didn’t speak the language. She doesn’t Senate the pending cloture motion, Three-fifths of the Senators duly cho- speak Portuguese. which the clerk will state. sen and sworn having voted in the af- She was caught in the middle. That The senior assistant legislative clerk firmative, the motion is agreed to. is why I introduced the DREAM Act. It read as follows: Cloture having been invoked, the mo- said that young people brought to the CLOTURE MOTION tion to refer and the amendments United States by their parents before We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- thereto fall. the age of 16, if they finish school and ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the Mr. THUNE. I suggest the absence of have no serious criminal issues, should Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby a quorum. move to bring to a close debate on the mo- be given a chance to go to school fur- The VICE PRESIDENT. The clerk ther and have a legal status in America tion to concur in the House amendment to will call the roll. the Senate amendment to H.R. 34, an act to and, ultimately, to earn their way to authorize and strengthen the tsunami detec- The bill clerk proceeded to call the citizenship—going to the back of the tion, forecast, warning, research, and mitiga- roll. line and waiting their turn but at least tion program of the National Oceanic and Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask setting that as their goal. I introduced Atmospheric Administration, and for other unanimous consent that the order for that bill 15 years ago. It has never be- purposes. the quorum call be rescinded. come law, but there are 2.5 million peo- Mitch McConnell, Johnny Isakson, Bob The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Corker, Richard Burr, Pat Roberts, ple in that circumstance in America. LANKFORD). Without objection, it is so Six years ago, the President of the Roy Blunt, Thom Tillis, Lindsey Gra- ordered. ham, Lamar Alexander, John Cornyn, United States created something called Chuck Grassley, Michael B. Enzi, John DACA DACA, the Deferred Action for Child- Barrasso, Shelley Moore Capito, John Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, last Fri- hood Arrivals program, by an Execu- McCain, Bill Cassidy. day I had a meeting in Chicago with tive action. As a result of that action, The VICE PRESIDENT. By unani- about 50 in attendance. It was Friday President Obama allowed these eligible mous consent, the mandatory quorum morning, and we gathered groups of DREAMers—as they have come to be call has been waived. people from across the city of Chicago known—to receive DACA status. The question is, Is it the sense of the and the State of Illinois who were fo- In order to do it, they have to apply, Senate that debate on the motion to cusing on one make-or-break issue for come out of the shadows, declare them- concur in the House amendment to the many of us. It was an emotional issue, selves, file a fee of about $500 with the Senate amendment to H.R. 34 shall be one that caused many to break down in government, go through a criminal brought to a close? tears as they told me their stories. It is background check, and then be given The yeas and nays are mandatory the reason I have come back to the temporary—only temporary—legal sta- under the rule. floor of the Senate today and every day tus so they can’t be deported and can

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She volun- today to talk about an issue of great promised to end DACA. If he ends it, teered to tutor middle school students urgency—the fate of tens of thousands what happens to these young people? and worked part time to save money of American workers. For instance, there are 28 of these for her education. She participated in a In just a matter of weeks, 16,000 coal DACA young people who are in medical number of programs at Arizona State miners and their dependents will lose school at Loyola University in Chi- University, including the Walter their health care coverage and roughly cago—28 students who are undocu- Cronkite School of Journalism. She re- 6,000 others will join that group in the mented who are there without any Fed- corded a story about her life that was year 2017, and here we are just days eral Government assistance, and most aired on National Public Radio. This away from Congress wrapping up its of them have promised to give a year of experience sparked her interest in jour- work for the year. This should be a service to the State of Illinois in rural nalism and led to an internship at time to motivate us to action. areas and poor neighborhoods when KJZZ, the Phoenix affiliate for NPR. I have served in Congress a long they become doctors. If they lose their Last year Barbara graduated as val- time, and I know nothing motivates DACA status, they lose their ability to edictorian of her high school class with Congress more than a deadline, being work legally in the United States and a 4.5 grade point average. As a result of up against a deadline, as we are today. they cannot go through the clinical ex- her accomplishments, Barbara was ac- This time should be no different, and perience, which is part of becoming a cepted at Dartmouth College, an Ivy here is why: Without some resolution doctor. They would have to drop out of League school, where she is now a before Congress adjourns, the men and medical school. There is one thing we sophomore. women who have powered our Nation can say for certain: We don’t have an Barbara wrote a letter to me and said and spurred economic growth for gen- oversupply of doctors serving inner cit- this about DACA: erations will have the carpet ripped out ies and rural areas in my State and I am very grateful for DACA, as it allowed from under them. They will lose the across the Nation. We need these doc- me to work and not be deported to a country health care benefits they so rely on and tors. I do not know and have not been to since I have been promised. was five. Just like thousands of other un- If DACA changes, if it is eliminated, It is important to recognize the risks what will happen to these young peo- documented students in the United States, I have grown up and become accustomed to our coal miners take to better our lives ple? That is a challenge which I face, the culture here. The U.S. is where I belong every day. When you visit a coal mine, and other Members have as well. I sa- and I want to be a contributing member of which I have done—I have been under- lute Senator LINDSEY GRAHAM of South society, as I have proved in my 13 years here. ground in a coal mine—you see the rig- Carolina. He is working with me on Barbara and other DREAMers have orous and often very dangerous work- legislation to address this, to at least so much to give. They are young, they ing conditions where these men and give a temporary status to these are idealistic, they are energetic, and women do their job every day to pro- DACA-eligible young people while we they are amazing. These young people vide the energy we need to light this debate immigration reform in a larger have overcome odds that many young Chamber, to warm our homes, and to context. people never face in their lives. To keep our classrooms lit. These miners There are important issues at stake, think that in your freshman year of are the pillars of our communities, and but the most fundamental issue is one high school, you are reflecting on the many of them are veterans of our Na- of fairness and justice. These young fact that even if accepted to college, tion. For decades they have worked people did nothing wrong. They were you may not be able to go—that was hard and played by the rules. Yet the brought to this country by their par- her future as she saw it then. realities facing these men and women ents. They have grown up in this coun- If DACA is eliminated, Barbara will are stark. They are up against the try, gone to our schools, and there are lose her legal status and could be de- wall, and we are up against the wall some amazing stories of what they ported to Mexico—a country where she with them. The challenges they face have done with their lives. I wish to hasn’t lived since she was 5. Will Amer- will only grow if we fail to accommo- tell you one of those stories. I have ica be a better country if Barbara is de- date and have immediate action. done this over 100 times now on the ported or if she stays here and uses her We can talk about the realities of the floor of the Senate. talent, her determination, her energy, War on Coal, but this is about more This is Barbara Olachea. In 2002, and her inspiration, for our future? I than that. This is about people—tens of when Barbara was 5 years old, her fam- think the answer is clear. thousands of people, mostly older, ily brought her to the United States Now is the time for America, this Na- many suffering health issues—who rely from Mexico. She grew up in Phoenix, tion of immigrants, to come together on health care, and many are in need. AZ, and she knew she would face chal- and heal the wounds that divided us in This is about tens of thousands of coal lenges, being undocumented. Her older this election. I am just hoping that jobs that have been lost, devastating sister had been accepted to Arizona this President-elect, when he reflects my region of the country, forcing min- State University but couldn’t afford to on Barbara and 700,000-plus other ers to rely on these modest benefits go to school there. As an undocu- DACA eligibles, will realize that they more than ever before. This is about mented immigrant, she is not eligible can bring important values and employers who are bankrupt who can for Federal financial assistance. Ari- achievements to America’s future. I am no longer fund these benefit plans. zona law specifically prohibits State fi- hoping that in the Senate, we can over- We have a solution right here in nancial assistance to DREAMers such come our differences—and there are front of us that is ready for a vote to as Barbara and her sister. many deep differences, political dif- prevent any lapse in benefits. It is a so- During her freshman year in high ferences—and give these young people lution that has support from both sides school, a mentor told her that as a a chance. of the aisle. We passed the Miners Pro- DREAMer, ‘‘You’re going to have to Senator GRAHAM and I are basically tection Act out of the Finance Com- try harder than everybody else.’’ working on a bill that says at least sus- mittee in a bipartisan way, and it is a Barbara said: pend their status so they won’t be de- solution that could make a difference Those words confirmed what I had known ported, so they can continue to work. all along. Although I was only starting high in the livelihoods of tens of thousands school, I began to dread what most students Do that while we do our business here of Americans. anticipate with excitement: graduation day. on the issue of immigration. That is I had really hoped that we could offer What if I got into my dream school, but I only fair. It is only right. It is the the Miners Protection Act as an still couldn’t go because I couldn’t afford it? right American way to approach an amendment to the 21st Century Cures

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They contribute thousands of young people. opioid epidemic that hit my State of to our communities and make America We hoped that it would be a stop-gap West Virginia and many of our States better. measure until we passed immigration very hard, advanced medicine, and Can- In Nevada alone, DACA has helped reform. The Senate overwhelmingly cer Moonshot, I had to oppose us mov- over 12,000 DREAMers—DREAMers like passed a bipartisan bill but the House ing forward on the Cures Act tonight Brenda Romero. Brenda was just 2 refused to bring it to a vote. With the without an amendment process. That is years old when she crossed the border outcome of the election, it isn’t likely how important this issue is to our min- in southern California with her mother that comprehensive immigration re- ers. to reunite with members of their fam- form will happen over the next 4 years. Before Friday we will move forward ily. That is why it is so important for the on a bill to fund our government. We Growing up in Las Vegas, Brenda was next administration to continue this must take action in that bill—which I like any other American kid. She ex- vital program. For Brenda and hun- consider mostly our last chance, the celled in school, participated in stu- dreds of thousands like her, losing continuing resolution—to protect these dent government and played the cello DACA status means being adrift in the important benefits for our miners. If in the orchestra. But soon enough, she only country she calls home. we don’t, we will be failing to act for realized what it truly meant to be un- I urge the next administration: Don’t the benefit of thousands of American documented. Her friends could get put almost 800,000 young people back in workers. their driver’s licenses; Brenda could the shadows where they are afraid. I yield the floor. not. Her peers could get legally paying Don’t force hundreds of thousands of I suggest the absence of a quorum. jobs; Brenda could not. Her classmates DREAMers to lose their jobs. And don’t The PRESIDING OFFICER. The could speak with recruiters from the squander the huge economic benefits to clerk will call the roll. Armed Services about career opportu- this country. The senior assistant legislative clerk nities; Brenda could not. Brenda de- If Republicans want to do something, proceeded to call the roll. scribed the months after graduating then they should pass the DREAM Act. Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I ask high school as one of the lowest points unanimous consent that the order for in her life. f But that all changed with DACA. She the quorum call be rescinded. ARMS SALES NOTIFICATION The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without was finally able to get a job and en- objection, it is so ordered. rolled in the College of Southern Ne- Mr. CORKER. Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act f vada as soon as she saved enough money. Brenda became student body requires that Congress receive prior no- MORNING BUSINESS president her second year at the Col- tification of certain proposed arms Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I ask lege of Southern Nevada, working to sales as defined by that statute. Upon unanimous consent that the Senate be help other students who faced struggles such notification, the Congress has 30 in a period of morning business, with similar to hers. During her time as stu- calendar days during which the sale Senators permitted to speak therein dent body president, Brenda helped may be reviewed. The provision stipu- for up to 10 minutes each. award $10,000 to her fellow classmates lates that, in the Senate, the notifica- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without in scholarship funds. tion of proposed sales shall be sent to objection, it is so ordered. Brenda graduated from CSN with an the chairman of the Senate Foreign f associate’s degree in art and is cur- Relations Committee. rently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in In keeping with the committee’s in- DACA human services at the University of tention to see that relevant informa- Mr. REID. Mr. President, 15 years ago Nevada, Las Vegas. She wants to be a tion is available to the full Senate, I Senator DICK DURBIN introduced the higher education counselor, and she is ask unanimous consent to have printed DREAM Act in the U.S. Senate. This already well on her way. She is already in the RECORD the notifications which legislation provided a path to citizen- making her mark on the UNLV cam- have been received. If the cover letter ship for young people brought to the pus. As part of the Undocu-network references a classified annex, then such U.S. as children. Club, Brenda is helping to bring coun- annex is available to all Senators in These young people call themselves seling and services to students in need the office of the Foreign Relations DREAMers. And they are as American and promoting visibility for undocu- Committee, room SD–423. as you or me. They belong to this coun- mented students to the school adminis- There being no objection, the mate- try culturally and linguistically and tration. rial was ordered to be printed in the are American in all but paperwork. For Brenda’s story is impressive, but it is RECORD, as follows: many of them, this is the only country not unique. Every Senator has a story DEFENSE SECURITY they have ever known. to tell like Brenda’s. There are young COOPERATION AGENCY, In 2010, the DREAM Act passed the men and women just like her in all 50 Arlington, VA. House and came to the Senate for a states. Hon. BOB CORKER, vote. Sadly, Republicans killed the In addition to the moral reasons for Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, bill—eliminating the hopes and dreams supporting DACA, there are strong eco- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- of hundreds of thousands of DREAM- nomic reasons. DACA recipients will porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of ers. Because Republicans refused to add $433 billion to the economy over 10 the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, act, it was up to President Obama. years. After DACA, more than two- we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. In 2011, I joined 21 other Senators in thirds of recipients were able to secure 16–76, concerning the Department of the asking President Obama to grant de- a job and their wages rose by 42 per- Army’s proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Ac- ferred action to immigrant youth who cent. Six percent of recipients started ceptance for the Government of Peru for de- would have qualified under the DREAM their own businesses, a rate that is fense articles and services estimated to cost Act and who are not an enforcement nearly double the rate among the en- $668 million. After this letter is delivered to your office, we plan to issue a news release priority. And in 2012, President tire U.S. population. Fifty-four percent to notify the public of this proposed sale. Obama’s administration did just that. of recipients bought cars, and 12 per- Sincerely, They announced that young people who cent bought houses, all of which means J.W. RIXEY, Vice Admiral, USN, were brought to the United States as significant new tax revenue for States Director. children could apply for Deferred Ac- and localities. DACA recipients will Enclosures.

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TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–76 Peru intends to use these defense articles gree of protection for the sensitive tech- Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of and services to modernize its armed forces. nology being released as the U.S. Govern- Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the This will contribute to the Peruvian mili- ment. This sale is necessary in furtherance Arms Export Control Act, as amended tary’s goal of updating its capabilities while of the U.S. foreign policy and national secu- further enhancing interoperability between rity objectives outlined in the Policy Jus- (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of Peru, the United States, and other allies and tification. Peru. partners. This acquisition would support the 4. All defense articles and services listed in (ii) Total Estimated Value: first major step in Peru’s acquisition strat- this transmittal have been authorized for re- Major Defense Equipment * $434 million. egy to build a multi-dimensional brigade by lease and export to Peru. Other $234 million. 2030. Peru will have no difficulty absorbing Total $668 million. this equipment into its armed forces. DEFENSE SECURITY (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- The proposed sale of this equipment and COOPERATION AGENCY, tities of Articles or Services under Consider- support will not alter the basic military bal- Arlington, VA. ation for Purchase: ance in the region. Hon. BOB CORKER, Major Defense Equipment (MDE): The prime contractor for this program is Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, One hundred and seventy-eight (178) Recon- General Dynamics Land Systems. There are U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. ditioned Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles. no known offset agreements in connect with DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- One hundred and seventy-eight (178) M2 this potential sale. porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of Flex .50 Cal Machine Guns. Implementation of this proposed sale will the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, One hundred and seventy-eight (178) Re- require the temporary assignment of U.S. we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. mote Weapon Stations (RWS). Government or contractor representatives to 16–54, concerning the Department of the Non-MDE includes: Driver’s vision Peru for up to three years. Navy’s proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Ac- enhancers; Global Positioning System (GPS) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- ceptance to the Government of Australia for navigational capability; sets of special tools fense readiness as a result of this proposed defense articles and services estimated to testing equipment; associated M2 Flex spare sale. cost $115 million. After this letter is deliv- parts and tripods; M6 Smoke Grenade TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–76 ered to your office, we plan to issue a news launchers and associated spares; VIC–3 sys- Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of release to notify the public of this proposed tems; Operators New Equipment Training Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the sale. (OPNET) and Field Level Maintenance Arms Export Control Act Sincerely, Training (FLMNET); publications; training J.W. RIXEY, Vice Admiral, USN, manuals; Contractor Field Service Rep- Annex Item No. vii Director. resentative support; contractor and concur- (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: Enclosures. rent spare parts; project office technical sup- 1. The following Major Defense Equipment port; U.S. Government technical assistance; items do not contain any sensitive tech- TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–54 packaging, crating, and handling; de-proc- nologies or classified material: 178 M1126 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of essing services for shipment; and associated Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles with M2 Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the transportation. Flex .50 Cal machine guns and Remote Weap- Arms Export Control Act, as amended (iv) Military Department: Army. on Systems. The M1126 Stryker is an infan- (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None. try carrier vehicle transporting nine sol- Australia. (vi) Sales Commission, Fee. etc., Paid, Of- diers, their mission equipment and a crew of (ii) Total Estimated Value: fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. two consisting of a driver and vehicle com- Major Defense Equipment (MDE) * $ 0.00 (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained mander. It is equipped with armor protec- million. in the Defense Article or Defense Services tion, M2 machine guns and M6 smoke gre- Basic Case (GUW) $ 79.07 million. Proposed to be Sold: See Annex Attached. nade launchers for self-protection. The Amendment Funding $ 35.93 million. (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: Stryker is an eight-wheeled vehicle powered Total $115.00 million. December 2, 2016. by a 350hp diesel engine. It incorporates a (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms central tire inflation system, run-flat tires, tities of Articles or Services under Consider- Export Control Act. and a vehicle height management system. ation for Purchase: The Stryker is capable of supporting a com- POLICY JUSTIFICATION Non-MDE: FMS case AT–P–GUW, origi- munications suite, a Global Positioning Sys- nally offered below congressional notifica- Government of Peru—Reconditioned Stryker tem (GPS), and a high frequency and near- tion threshold at $79.07 million, was for ac- Infantry Carrier Vehicles term digital radio systems. The Stryker is quisition of two Range Systems to conduct The Government of Peru has requested a deployable by C–130 aircraft and combat ca- Electronic Warfare (EW), Electronic Surveil- possible sale of one hundred and seventy- pable upon arrival. The Stryker is capable of lance, and Airborne Electronic Attack for eight (178) Reconditioned Stryker Infantry self-deployment by highway and self-recov- Royal Australian Air Force aircrew training Carrier Vehicles; one hundred and seventy- ery. It has a low noise level that reduces on its twelve (12) Australian EA–18G aircraft. eight (178) M2 Flex .50 Cal Machine Guns; and crew fatigue and enhances survivability. It An amendment to AT–P–GUW is required to one hundred and seventy-eight (178) Remote moves about the battlefield quickly and is add $35.93 million in funding, to provide for Weapon Stations (RWS). Also included are optimized for close, complex, or urban ter- unfunded requirements to meet the scope of driver’s vision enhancers; Global Positioning rain. The Stryker program leverages non-de- the basic case and provide for the sale of ad- System (GPS) navigation capability; sets of velopmental items with common subsystems ditional classified technical data and soft- special tools testing equipment; associated and components to quickly acquire and filed ware, system integration and testing, tools M2 Flex spare parts and tripods; M6 Smoke these systems. and test equipment, support equipment, Grenade launchers and associated spares; 2. The AN/VAS–5 Driver’s Vision Enhancer spare and repair parts, publications, oper- VIC–3 systems; Operators New Equipment (DVE) is a compact thermal camera pro- ations manuals, and technical documents, Training (OPNET) and Field Level Mainte- viding armored vehicle drivers with day or personnel training, U.S. Government and nance Training (FLMNET); publications; night time visual awareness in clear or re- contractor technical assistance, and other training manuals; Contractor Field Service duced vision (fog, smoke, dust) situations. related elements of engineering, logistics, Representative support; contractor and con- The system provides the driver a 180 degree and program management. This amendment current spare parts; project office technical viewing angle using a high resolution infra- will push the original case value above noti- support; U.S. Government technical assist- red sensor and image stabilization to reduce fication threshold and thus requires notifica- ance; packaging, crating, and handling; de- the effect of shock and vibration. The viewer tion of the entire case. processing services for shipment; and associ- and monitor are ruggedized for operation in Military Department: Navy (AT–P–GUW– ated transportation. Total estimated pro- tactical environments. The system is UN- A1). gram cost is $668 million. CLASSIFIED but considered sensitive tech- Prior Related Cases. if any: This proposed sale will contribute to the nology. If a technically advanced adversary FMS case AT–P–LEN: $992M September 13, foreign policy objectives of the United were to obtain knowledge of the AN/VAS–5, 2012 (Airborne Electronic Attack Kits). States by helping to improve the security of the information could be used to identify FMS case AT–P–SCI $1.3B July 4, 2013 an important partner which has been and ways to countering the system or improve (twelve EA–18G aircrafts). continues to be an important force for polit- the adversary’s ability to avoid detection by FMS case AT–P–GUW $79M February 12, ical stability, peace, and economic progress the system in low-visibility environments. 2015 (Electronic Warfare Range System). in South America. It is in the U.S. national This is a low-level concern because the ther- (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- security interest for Peru to field capable mal imaging technology used in the AN/ fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. forces and multi-role equipment for border VAS–5 is considered mature and available in (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained security, disaster response, and to confront other industrial nation’s comparable per- in the Defense Article or Defense Services de-stabilizing internal threats, such as the formance thresholds. Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex. terrorist group Sendero Luminoso (Shining 3. A determination has been made that the (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: Path). recipient country can provide the same de- December 2, 2016.

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Range technology test equipment, transportation, publications Electronic Warfare Range System transfers programmable equipment able to and technical documentation, personnel emulate generic Integrated Air Defense Sys- training and training equipment, U.S. Gov- The Government of Australia has re- tems, threat and other emitters, along with ernment and contractor technical and logis- quested additional funding to a previously authentic threat emitters purchased from tics support services, and other related ele- implemented case for two Electronic Warfare vendors in Former Soviet Block states. The ments of logistics support. Range Systems to conduct Electronic War- range hardware is Unclassified either stand- (iv) Military Department: Navy. fare and Electronic Surveillance training alone or integrated. The range software is (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: within the borders of Australia. The original unclassified with the exception of one (1) Se- FMS case FI–P–SAA $2.4 billion—9 Jun FMS case, valued at $79.07 million, includes cret Digital Integrated Air Defense System 1992. non-MDE costs for all support elements re- (DIADS) software suite. The amendment fa- FMS case FI–P–SAB $675 million—7 Feb quired to provide for system integration cilitates transfer of classified information 1994. testing, tools and test equipment, support such as software, classified threat and fly- FMS case FI–P–GAD $25 million—13 Jul equipment, spare and repair parts, publica- out models, user event captured data, range 2001. tions, operations manuals, technical docu- operations manuals, and security classifica- FMS case FI–P–LBB $63 million—4 Aug ments, personnel training, U.S. Government tion guidance. The classified information en- 2001. and contractor technical assistance, and hances the usefulness of the range tech- FMS case FI–P–LBC $127 million—1 Jan other related elements of logistics and pro- nology being transferred and provides guid- 2004. gram support. The addition of $35.93 million ance on safeguarding sensitive information. FMS case FI–P–LBD $252 million—25 Jul in non-MDE funding to the basic case will 2. When EW range hardware and software 2007. provide for unfunded requirements to meet work together against a particular aircraft FMS case FI–P–LBH $307 million—3 Apr the scope of the basic case and provide for platform, the visual and recorded informa- 2009. the sale of additional classified technical tion becomes classified Secret. The range ca- FMS case FI–P–GAU $170 million—27 Jun data and software, system integration and pability is unclassified until the networks 2013. testing, tools and test equipment, support touch a Secret network (e.g., Link 16) or per- (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- equipment, spare and repair parts, publica- form against real world training missions. fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. tions, operations manuals, and technical The customer may capture intelligence re- (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained documents, personnel training, U.S. Govern- garding the authentic threat emitters that is in the Defense Article or Defense Services ment and contractor technical assistance, classified Confidential or Secret, as well as Proposed to be Sold: See Annex Attached. and other related elements of engineering, other training artifacts and debrief products (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: logistics, and program management. This capturing weapons capability and tactics. December 2, 2016. amendment will push the original case value 3. If a technologically advanced adversary * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms above notification threshold and thus re- were to obtain knowledge of the specific Export Control Act. quires notification of the entire case. The hardware and software elements, the infor- POLICY JUSTIFICATION total overall estimated value is $115 million. mation could be used to develop counter- Government of Finland—F–18 Mid-Life This sale will contribute to the foreign pol- measures that might reduce EA–18G weapon Upgrade Program icy and national security of the United system effectiveness or be used in the devel- The Government of Finland has requested States by helping to improve the security of opment of a system with similar or advanced a possible sale of follow-on equipment and a major contributor to political stability, se- capabilities. curity, and economic development in the 4. All defense articles and services listed in support for Finland’s F/A–18 Mid-Life Up- Western Pacific. Australia is an important this transmittal are authorized for release grade (MLU) program, consisting of: Ninety Major non-NATO Ally and partner that con- and export to the Government of Australia. (90) Multifunctional Information Distribu- tributes significantly to peacekeeping and tion System Joint Tactical Radio System humanitarian operations around the world. DEFENSE SECURITY (MIDS–JTRS) variant(s). The proposed pro- It is vital to the U.S. national interest to as- COOPERATION AGENCY, gram support also includes software test and sist our ally in developing and maintaining a Arlington, VA. integration center upgrades, flight testing, strong and ready self-defense capability. By Hon. BOB CORKER, spare and repair parts, support and test enabling Australian Defense Force (ADF) Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, equipment, transportation, publications and ranges, the U.S. Government will ensure con- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. technical documentation, personnel training sistency in training across platforms and DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- and training equipment, U.S. Government theaters, whether the exercises are con- porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of and contractor technical and logistics sup- ducted in the United States or in Australia, the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, port services, and other related elements of where U.S. aircrews will be able to partici- we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. logistics support. Total estimated program pate in training exercises alongside their 16–65, concerning the Department of the cost is $156 million. Australian counterparts. The proposed sale Navy’s proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Ac- This proposed sale will contribute to the will allow continued efforts to improve Aus- ceptance for the Government of Finland for foreign policy and national security objec- tralia’s capability in current and future coa- defense articles and services estimated to tives of the United State by helping to im- lition operations. Australia will use the cost $156 million. After this letter is deliv- prove the security of a friendly country range to enhance Electronic Warfare capa- ered to your office, we plan to issue a news which has been and continues to be an im- bilities as a deterrent to regional threats and release to notify the public of this proposed portant force for political stability and eco- to strengthen its homeland defense. Aus- sale. nomic progress in Europe. tralia will have no difficulty absorbing these Sincerely, The Finnish Air Force (FAF) intend to items into its armed forces. JAMES WORM, Acting Deputy Director, purchase this MLU program equipment and The proposed sale will not alter the basic (for J.W. Rixey, Vice Admiral, USN, services to extend the useful life of its F/A– military balance in the region. Director). 18 fighter aircraft and enhance their surviv- The prime contractors will be Leidos Enclosures. ability and communications connectivity. (hardware) and General Dynamics Mission TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–65 The FDF needs this upgrade to keep pace with technology advances in sensors, weap- Systems (software). The U.S. Government is Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of onry, and communications. Finland has ex- not aware of any known offsets associated Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the tensive experience operating the F/A–18 air- with this sale. Arms Export Control Act, as amended Implementation of this sale will require craft and will have no difficulty incor- (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of ten (10) temporary U.S. Government or con- porating the upgraded capabilities into its Finland. tractor representatives to Australia for as- forces. (ii) Total Estimated Value: The proposed sale of this equipment and sistance in integration and range operational Major Defense Equipment * $ 57 million. and maintenance training. Other $ 99 million. support will not alter the basic military bal- There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- Total $156 million. ance in the region. fense readiness as a result of this proposed (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- The principal contractors will be Raytheon amendment. tities of Articles or Services under Consider- in Waltham, Massachusetts; Lockheed Mar- TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–54 ation for Purchase: tin in Bethesda, Maryland; The Boeing Com- pany in St. Louis, Missouri; BAE North Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Major Defense Equipment (MDE): Ninety (90) Multifunctional Information America in Arlington, Virginia; General Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio Electric in Fairfield, Connecticut; General Arms Export Control Act System (MIDS–JTRS) Variant(s). Dynamics in West Falls Church, Virginia; Annex Item No. vii Non-MDE includes: Follow-on equipment Northrop Grumman in Falls Church, Vir- (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: and support for Finland’s F/A–18 Mid-Life ginia; Rockwell Collins in Cedar rapids,

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In tives for technical reviews, support, and ever before. And importantly, the Pak- that spirit, I look forward to working training. istani Army is continuing to secure the with General Qamar Javed Bajwa, There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- gains it has achieved by building roads, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s selec- fense readiness as a result of this proposed border posts, schools, and healthcare tion to be the next Chief of Army Staff. sale. facilities across North Waziristan to By taking on all terrorist groups oper- TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–65 promote economic development and ating in its country, Pakistan will find Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of give citizens a more prosperous and that the United States remains willing Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the peaceful future. and able to assist in this fight and de- Arms Export Control Act In the south, General Sharif also velop an enduring strategic partner- Annex Item No. vii took on the task of clearing Karachi, ship. (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: one of Pakistan’s largest cities, of an I congratulate Pakistan on carrying 1. The Multifunctional Information Dis- array of terrorist organizations, crimi- out a second consecutive transition of tribution System Joint Tactical Radio Sys- nal groups, and even political corrup- power in the military, and I wish Gen- tem (MIDS–JTRS) is not classified but is tion. The results were equally impres- eral Sharif well as he enters a well- considered a COMSEC Controlled Item (CCI). sive, leading to a dramatic decline in earned retirement. He has vowed to There are no training devices, associated documentation, or services to be provided militant attacks and ending the kind serve Pakistan even after his retire- with the sale of these MIDS–JTRS units. No of targeted killings, kidnappings for ment, and I would expect nothing less. sensitive information is provided or associ- ransom, and extortion that had become f ated with this sale. a feature of life in the city. 2. All defense articles and services listed in Much of the credit for the success of SECRETARY KERRY’S REMARKS this transmittal have been authorized for re- these operations is due to General AT COP22 lease and export to the Government of Fin- Sharif and the service and sacrifice of Mr. MARKEY. Mr. President, last land. tens of thousands of Pakistani soldiers year the world came together in Paris f who followed his lead. What was re- to support a truly historic agreement on climate change. And 2015 was also TRIBUTE TO GENERAL RAHEEL markable about General Sharif was not historic for another reason: It was the SHARIF only the commitment he demonstrated to rooting out terrorism, but also his hottest year in an observational record Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, today I efforts to improve economic develop- that stretches back to the 1880s. In wish to recognize the accomplishments ment, political life, and civic services fact, 15 of the 16 hottest years on the of General Raheel Sharif and to express for citizens throughout the country. He planet have occurred since 2000. Re- my gratitude to him upon his retire- recognized that failure to focus on the cently, July and August 2016 tied the ment as Pakistan’s Chief of Army root causes of radicalization, including global record for the hottest month, Staff. General Sharif has been a vital economic and political corruption, had and 2016 is on track to be the warmest partner for the United States in the exacerbated the growth of extremism year yet. The evidence on climate battle against terrorism. Since taking in Pakistan, and he showed foresight in change is overwhelming. Scientists office in November 2013, General Sharif seeking to remedy both cause and ef- have understood the fundamental phys- has continued to target terrorists oper- fect. ics for over a century. And the world ating within the borders of Pakistan. This is the kind of leadership that is agrees that we must take action to He has carried the fight to the north- imperative for the continued improve- curb dangerous carbon pollution and west frontier provinces of Pakistan, as ment of relations between the United reduce the effects of climate change. A well as promised to eliminate safe ha- States and Pakistan, which is impor- majority of the United States agrees vens for terrorists from the country tant for the stability of the entire re- that we must take action. completely. In taking these actions, gion, and for the national security of The swiftness with which the Paris General Sharif has demonstrated that both Pakistan and the United States. Climate Accord came into force dem- fighting against extremist groups is But despite the progress I witnessed onstrates the global commitment to firmly in the national security inter- firsthand when I visited Pakistan this addressing the serious concerns of cli- ests of Pakistan. past summer, the U.S.-Pakistan rela- mate change. It is also a testament to General Sharif comes from a military tionship has become strained. Among the leadership of President Barack family, with a long tradition of patri- other things, limitations on U.S. as- Obama and Secretary of State John otism and service to country. Among sistance to Pakistan and congressional Kerry. This year, the world again came his many brave military family mem- opposition to approve funding for the together at the United Nations Climate bers, his older brother Major Rana sale of defense articles have added to Change Conference in Marrakesh, Mo- Shabbir Sharif, who was killed in ac- tensions between our two governments. rocco, to begin forging the path to- tion, is regarded as the most decorated But even with these difficulties, U.S. wards a lower-emissions world and officer of the Pakistan Army, having and Pakistani leaders cannot allow am- clean energy future. And while there is received the three most coveted awards bivalence and suspicion to fester in our much work to be done, we are heading of the Army, and is fondly addressed as relationship. Our common interests in in the right direction. We have seen the the army’s ‘‘Superman.’’ This is a leg- counterterrorism, nuclear security, price of solar energy reach record lows acy difficult to live up to, but General and regional stability are too impor- and the rate of new solar installation Sharif has done so, honoring his broth- tant and too urgent. Both sides share reach record highs. We have seen er and family’s service, and continuing responsibility to improve U.S.-Paki- States, regions, and countries reduce to serve and protect his country and its stan relations, and the United States their carbon pollution while growing institutions. must continue to make clear its endur- their economies. These positive steps Since taking on the role of Chief of ing commitment to Pakistan’s sta- will not only curb carbon pollution, Army Staff, General Sharif has been at bility and economic growth. but also create good, well-paying clean the forefront of fighting the Taliban As we look to the future, there re- energy jobs. and other terrorist groups inside Paki- mains much to be done. While Pakistan Climate change is a challenge for the stan. In 2014, he initiated the launch of has made progress in its fight against entire world. Through the Paris Cli- Operation Zarb-e-Azb in North terrorism, the Haqqani Network con- mate Accord, the international com- Waziristan, a tribal area along the Af- tinues to operate within its border, in- munity has decided to face this chal- ghanistan-Pakistan border where mili- creasing cross-border attacks are car- lenge head on, and the United States tants had operated with impunity for ried out by armed militants on neigh- must continue to be the global leader.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:55 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE6.030 S05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSKBCBPHB2PROD with SENATE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6703 Under the leadership of Sectary of world that surrounds us and the importance wide agreement for carbon-neutral growth. State John Kerry, the United States of preserving it for generations to come. Why is this so important? Because inter- has carried this mantle. In the speech As Jonathan mentioned, climate change is national aviation wasn’t covered by what we deeply personal to me, but it’s personal to did in Paris, and if that aviation was a coun- that Secretary Kerry delivered last everyone in this room. I know that. And we try, it would rank among the top dozen month in Marrakesh, Morocco, at the obviously want it to be just as personal for greenhouse gas emitters in the world. 22nd meeting of the Conference of Par- everyone in every room: men, women, chil- A few weeks later, I was pleased to be in ties to the United Nationals Frame- dren, businesspeople, consumers, parents, Kigali, Rwanda, when representatives from work Convention on Climate Change teachers, students, grandparents. Wherever again nearly 200 countries came together to and first session of the Conference of we live, whatever our calling, whatever our phase down the global use and production of Parties to the Paris Agreement, Sec- background must be, this is an imperative. hydrofluorocarbons—which has been ex- Now, I know the danger of preaching to the pected to increase very rapidly with a danger retary Kerry shared his vision for our choir—and, obviously, all of us here are the that is multiple of times more damaging future: a brighter, cleaner, healthier proverbial choir. But I’m actually grateful than carbon dioxide. The Kigali agreement and more prosperous one. for that, because here at the 22nd COP, no could singlehandedly help us to avoid an en- He said: one can deny the remarkable progress that tire half a degree centigrade of warming by Thank you so much, everybody. I apologize we have made—progress that actually was the end of the century—while at the same for being a few moments late. There was a pretty hard to imagine even a few years ago. time opening up new opportunities for fire and then there was some traffic backed The global community is more united than growth in a range of industries. up, and so here I am and here are you, and ever not just in accepting the challenge, but All of these steps combine to move the nee- thank you for being here. in confronting it with real action, in making dle in the direction that we need to. And in Let me begin by thanking our terrific U.S. a difference. And no one should doubt the large part because global leaders have woken Special Envoy for Climate Change Jonathan overwhelming majority of the citizens of the up to the enormity of this challenge, the Pershing. I couldn’t be luckier than to have United States who know climate change is world is now beginning to move forward to- him in this job. He was over at the Energy happening and who are determined to keep gether towards a clean energy future. Department for a while. We stole him from our commitments that were made in Paris. Over the past decade, the global renewable Ernie Moniz, who is a great colleague and (Applause.) energy market has expanded more than six- was gracious in my theft. And he has done a None of us will forget the moment last De- fold. Last year, investment in renewable en- spectacular job working with all of our inter- cember at Le Bourget, when the former for- ergy was at an all-time high—nearly $350 bil- national partners as we begin the hard work eign minister of France, with Segolene and a lion. But that only tells you part of the story. An average of—that 350 billion is the of implementing the Paris Agreement. And I bunch of you there, led by our friend Laurent first time that we’ve been able to see that also want to thank Ambassador Jennifer Fabius, who gaveled in the strongest, most money outpacing what is being put into fos- Haverkamp, who, along with Jonathan and a ambitious global climate agreement ever ne- sil fuels. An average of half a million new lot of the team that I see sitting here, has gotiated. It was an accord that took literally solar panels were installed every single day done an absolutely terrific job in leading the decades to achieve—the proud work product last year. And for the first time since the State Department’s efforts to advance our of principled diplomacy, and ultimately, a Pre-Industrial Era, despite the fact that you climate goals this year. And I have to tell deeply held, shared understanding that we’re have global prices of oil and gas and coal you—well, let me just divert for a minute. I all in this together. that are lower than ever, still more of the also want to thank Brian Deese—I don’t And when we left Paris, no one rested on their laurels. Instead, the world—unified— world’s money was invested in renewable en- know if he’s here—but I’m grateful for Presi- ergy technologies than in new fossil fuel dent Obama’s senior advisor on climate moved expeditiously to begin the—to pull the agreement permanently into force, cross- plants. issues and the entire intrepid U.S. delegation And like many of you, I’ve seen this trans- ing the thresholds of 55 countries rep- to the COP, whom I had a chance to meet formation take hold in my own country. resenting 55 percent of global emissions, and with earlier this morning, but we’ve kind of That’s why I’m confident about the future, doing so far faster than even the most opti- traveled this road together. regardless of what policy might be chosen, mistic among us might have predicted. In a I also thank our international partners, because of the marketplace. I’ve met with and particularly the executive secretary of powerful statement of the whole world’s leaders and innovators in the energy indus- the UNFCCC, Patricia Espinosa; the out- broad commitment to this agreement, in less try all across our nation, and I am excited going president of the COP, Minister than a year, 109 countries representing near- about the path that they are on. America’s Segolene Royal of France; and the incoming ly 75 percent of the world’s emissions have wind generation has tripled since 2008 and COP president, my friend and our host this now formally committed to bold, decisive ac- that will continue, and solar generation has week, Minister Salaheddine Mezouar, the tion—and we are determined to affirm that increased 30 times over. And the reason both foreign minister of Morocco. And I also want action and to stick with it out of Marrakech. of those will continue is that the market- to thank our partners from Fiji, who will Now, we have in place—(applause)—so we place will dictate that, not the government. serve as president for the next COP, which I have in place a foundation, based on national I can tell you with confidence that the intend hopefully to attend as Citizen Kerry. climate goals—109 nations, each of them United States is right now, today, on our It’s a great pleasure for me to be able to be have come up with their own plan, each of us way to meeting all of the international tar- here in Marrakech. I’m reminded of one of setting goals that are based on our own abili- gets that we’ve set, and because of the mar- the 20th century’s most outsized figures ties and our own circumstances. This agree- ket decisions that are being made, I do not whose connection with this city is so fa- ment is, in fact, the essence of common but believe that that can or will be reversed. mous—Sir Winston Churchill. He loved to differentiated responsibilities. It provides (Applause.) paint the landscapes here and to absorb the support to countries that need help meeting Now, much of this is due to President beauty and the culture. the targets. It leaves no country to weather Obama’s leadership, and our Congress also And in fact, at the very height of World the storm of climate change alone. It mar- moving in a bipartisan fashion on things like War II, as he and President Franklin Roo- shals an array of tools in order to help devel- tax credits for renewable energy. This lead- sevelt and Allied leaders gathered in Casa- oping nations to invest in infrastructure, ership has helped to inspire targeted invest- blanca to plan the strategy for the European technology, and the science to get the job ment from the private sector. Today our Theater, Churchill was absolutely stunned to done. It supports the most vulnerable coun- emissions are being driven down because learn that Roosevelt had never been to this tries, so they can better adapt to the climate market-based forces are taking hold all over part of Morocco. impacts that many of those countries are al- the world. And that’s what we said we would So in a move that perhaps only Winston ready confronting. do in Paris. None of us pretended that in Churchill would get away with in the middle And finally, it enables us to ratchet up am- Paris, the agreement itself was going to of a global war—world war—Churchill con- bition over time as technology develops and achieve two degrees. What we knew is we vinced Roosevelt to extend his visit and as the price of clean energy comes down. were sending that critical message to the drive through what was still, at the time, a This is critical: the agreement calls on the marketplace, and businesses have responded, country engulfed in active combat. parties to revisit their national pledges as I just described. Most businesspeople have So after several hours on the loose, and be- every five years, in order to ensure that we come to understand: investing in clean en- cause we’re talking about Winston Churchill, keep pace with the technology and that we ergy simply makes good economic sense. plenty of Scotch—(laughter)—the two lead- accelerate the global transition to a clean You can make money. You can do good and ers arrived in Marrakech in time to see the energy economy. do well at the same time. sun set on the Atlas Mountains. This process—a cornerstone of our agree- Now, significantly, the renewable energy And Churchill said it was the loveliest ment—gives us a framework that is built to boom isn’t limited to industrialized coun- view on Earth. last, and a degree of global accountability tries, and that’s important to note. In fact, So I think it’s fitting, therefore, that al- that has never before existed. But I want to emerging economies like China, India, and most three-quarters of a century later, share with you that the progress that we’ve Brazil invested even more in renewable tech- friends and allies meet again in Marrakech made this year goes well beyond Paris. nologies last year than the developed world. in order to undertake a very important dis- In early October, the International Civil China alone invested more than 100 billion cussion—a discussion about the natural Aviation Organization established a sector- dollars. Ultimately, clean energy is expected

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It’s within our power to put the My friends, we are in the midst of a global have always warned me, and they warned me planet back on a better track. But doing renewable energy surge, and as a result, in on this trip this summer, if you really want that requires holding ourselves accountable many places, clean energy has already to understand what’s happening and what to the hard truth. It requires holding our- reached cost parity with fossil fuels. Millions the threat is, go to Antarctica. Nowhere on selves accountable to facts, not opinion; to around the world are currently employed by the planet are the stakes as high as they are science, not theories that haven’t been prov- the renewable energy industry. And if we on the opposite end of the globe. For half a en and can’t be proven; and certainly not to make the right choices, millions more people century, climate scientists have believed the political bromides and slogans. will be put to work. West Antarctic Ice Sheet is a sword of Damo- For all the progress that we are making, at So good things are happening. The energy cles hanging over our entire way of life. the current pace we will not meet our goal. curve is bending towards sustainability. The Should it break apart and melt into the sea, I said that earlier. We knew in Paris that market is clearly headed towards clean en- it alone could raise global sea levels by four what we were doing was trying to start down ergy, and that trend will only become more to five meters. And the scientists down there a road. But we also knew it doesn’t get us to pronounced. described to me how the pressure of the ice the end of the journey. Yes, renewables make Now, for those of us who have been work- and the weight of the ice pushes the entire up more than half of all the new electricity ing on this challenge for decades, this really continent down so that it’s grounded on the installation last year. That’s progress. But is a turning point. It is a cause for optimism, base of Earth’s crust and rock. But that al- the reality is because of the existing energy notwithstanding what you see in different lows warmer sea water to creep in under the infrastructure already in place, that new en- countries with respect to politics and glacier and speed up the process of the melt- ergy only generated a little more than 10 change. In no uncertain terms, the question ing and destabilize the glacier. percent of the world’s total energy. That is now is not whether we will transition to en- Antarctica contains ice sheets that are, in nowhere near what we need in order to some places, on the East Antarctic Ice Sheet ergy economy—to a clean energy economy. achieve our goals. That we’ve already begun to do. The ques- three miles deep. And if all that ice were If we’re going to have the ability to stave tion now is whether or not we are going to somehow able to melt away completely be- off the worst impacts of climate change, we have the will to get this job done. That’s the cause we are irresponsible about climate have to dramatically accelerate the transi- question now—whether we will make the change, in the coming centuries, sea level tion that is already starting. We need to get transition in time to be able to do what we would rise somewhere over 100 to 200 feet. to a point where clean sources are gener- That’s why I flew last week to McMurdo have to do to prevent catastrophic damage. ating most of the world’s energy, and we Station in Antarctica to meet with our sci- Ladies and gentlemen, I’m not a Cas- need to get there fast. Certainly experts tell entists and to understand better what is tak- sandra. You can tell from what I’ve said. But us by the middle of this century we have to ing place. I flew by helicopter over the West I’m a realist. Time is not on our side. The get there. Antarctic Ice Sheet. I walked out onto the world is already changing at an increasingly Now, I’ve said many times, and I’ll say it Ross Sea ice shelf. And I talked with the sci- alarming rate with increasingly alarming again today: It is not going to be govern- entists who are on the front lines, not people consequences. The last time that Morocco ments alone, or even principally, that solve involved in day to day politics, but people hosted the COP was in 2001, and the inter- the climate challenge. The private sector is who are making scientific judgment and vening 15 years have been among the 16 hot- the most important player. And already we doing extensive research. And they were test years in recorded history. 2016 is going are seeing real solutions coming from entre- crystal clear: The more they learn, the more to be the warmest year of all. Every month preneurs and academia. It’s going to be alarmed they become about the speed with so far has broken a record. And this year will innovators, workers, and business leaders, which these changes are happening. A sci- contribute its record-breaking heat to the entist from New Zealand named Gavin Dun- many of whom have been hammering away hottest decade in recorded history, which bar described what they’re seeing there as at this challenge for years who are going to was, by the way, preceded by the second-hot- the quote, ‘‘canary in the coal mine’’ and continue to create the technological ad- test decade, which was preceded by the third warned that some thresholds, if we cross vances that forever revolutionize the way hottest decade. At some point, even the them, cannot be reversed. that we power our world. strongest skeptic has to acknowledge that In other words, we can’t wait too long to But make no mistake, government leader- something disturbing is happening. translate the science that we have today ship is absolutely essential. And because We have seen record-breaking droughts ev- into the policies that are necessary to ad- today is the last opportunity I will have to erywhere—from India to Brazil to the west dress this challenge. These scientists urged address the COP as Secretary of State, I just coast of the United States. Storms that used me to remind my own government and gov- want to take a moment to underscore the to happen once every 500 years are becoming ernments around the world and everyone work that government leaders can do and relatively normal. In recent years, an aver- here that what we do right now—today— should do, especially the 200—almost 200 na- age of 22.5 million people have been displaced matters, because if we don’t go far enough tions represented here. by extreme weather events annually. We and if we don’t go fast enough, the damage Now, we know that we have not come to never saw that in the 20th Century. we inflict could take centuries to undo—if it Marrakech to bask in the glow of Paris. Communities in island states like Fiji have can be undone at all. We’ve come here to move forward. In doing already been forced to take steps to relocate I underscore today: We don’t get a second so, we cannot forget that the contributions permanently, because the places they have chance. The consequences of failure would in we’ve each made thus far were never meant called home for generations are now un- most cases be irreversible. And if we lose to be the ceiling. They’re a foundation on inhabitable. And there are many, many more this moment for action, there’s no speech which we expect to build. And unless our na- who know it’s only a matter of time before decades from now that will put these mas- tions voluntarily ratchet up our ambition, rising oceans begin to inundate their cities. sive ice sheets back together. There’s no and unless we continue to put sustained I know this is a lot for anyone to process— magic wand in any capital in the world that pressure on one another to act wisely, we hard to process. That’s why I have found you can wave to refill all of the lakes and will have difficulty meeting the current that whenever possible, the best way to try rivers that will dry up, or make farm—arid mitigation needs, let alone holding tempera- to understand and to see whether people are farm land fertile again. And we certainly ture increases at 2 degrees warming, which pushing the envelope of thinking on this or won’t have the power to hold back rising science tells us is a tipping point. not is to see for oneself what is happening. tides as they encroach on our shores. So we And if we fall short, it will be the single That’s why this summer I went to Greenland have to get this right, and we have to get it greatest instance in modern history of a gen- to visit the incredible Jakobshavn glacier. right now. eration in a time of crisis abdicating respon- Scientists pointed out to me the lines many The scientists in Antarctica told me that sibility for the future. And it won’t just be a meters above the water today that mark the they are still trying to figure out how quick- policy failure; because of the nature of this glacier’s retreat which it has done more in ly this is all happening. But they know for challenge, it will be a moral failure, a be- the past 15 years than it did in the entire certain that it’s happening, and it’s hap- trayal of devastating consequence. previous century. And while I was there, I pening faster than we previously thought Now, I know not—that’s not what any of us boarded a Danish naval vessel and I traveled possible. The alarm bells ought to be going here signed up for. As Pope Francis said, through the ice fjord. I saw the massive ice off everywhere. As an American glacial geol- ‘‘We receive this world as an inheritance chunks that had just broken off from the ogist told me down there, a fellow by the from past generations, but also as a loan for glacier to melt inexorably into the sea. And name of John Stone, he said, ‘‘The cata- future generations, to whom we will have to because they come off Greenland, which is on strophic period could already be underway.’’ return it.’’ rock, every bit of that ice contributes to the That’s why wise public policy demands that Now, I fully recognize the challenges that rise of the ocean. we take precautionary measures now. a number of countries face because they have Since the 1990s, the painful pace of that Still, despite the real-life changes that are a big population, they have a growing econ- melting has nearly tripled. Every day, 86 being done and the threat of more to come, omy, they have a lot of people in poverty,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:55 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G05DE6.032 S05DEPT1 rfrederick on DSKBCBPHB2PROD with SENATE December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6705 they’re determined to maintain stability and tween now and 2040, the demand for elec- have the ability to prevent the worst im- pull those people into the economy. And of tricity in Southeast Asia is likely to triple— pacts of climate change. course, they’re concerned about stability— and the bulk of that demand is currently ex- But again, we’re forced to ask: Do we have we all are. Access to affordable energy is a pected to be met by growth—where? In the the collective will? Because our success is key part of providing that stability. And the coal-fired power sector, rather than clean en- not going to happen by accident. It won’t dirtiest sources of energy are, unfortunately, ergy. That threatens everything we’re trying happen without sustained commitment, some of the cheapest. But I emphasize this: to achieve here. without cooperation and creative thinking. Only in the short term. In the long term, it’s We literally cannot use one hand to pat And it won’t happen without confident inves- an entirely different story, folks. In the long ourselves on the back for what we’ve done to tors and innovative entrepreneurs. And it term, carbon-intensive energy is actually take steps to address climate change, and certainly won’t happen without leadership. today, right now, one of the costliest and then turn around and use the other hand to For those in power in all parts of the most foolhardy investments any nation can write a big fat check enabling the widespread world, including my own, who may be con- possibly make. And that is because the final development of the dirtiest source of fuel in fronted with decisions about which road to invoice for carbon-based energy includes a an outdated way. It just doesn’t make sense. take at this critical juncture, I ask you, on lot more than just the price of the oil or the That’s suicide. And that’s how we all lose behalf of billions of people around the world: coal, or the natural gas; it—or the price of this fight. Don’t take my word for it. Don’t take just building the power plant. The real cost ac- Make no mistake: People all over the the existence of this COP as the stamp of ap- counting needs to fully consider all of the world are working for victory in this. And proval for it. I ask you to see for yourselves. downstream consequences, which, in the case this issue is increasingly capturing the at- Do your own due diligence before making ir- of dirty fuels, are enough to at least double tention of citizens everywhere, and certainly revocable choices. or triple the initial expenses. the private sector. The private sector wel- Examine closely what it is that has per- That’s the kind of accounting that we need comed the signals that we sent in Paris, but suaded the Pope, presidents, and prime min- to do today. Just think about the price of en- they are demanding even stronger signals isters all over the world, leaders around the vironmental and agricultural degradation. now—the private sector—so that they can in- world, to take on the responsibility of re- Think about the loss of an ability of farmers vest clean energy solutions with even great- sponding to this threat. Talk to the business in one area because of the lack of water or er confidence. leaders of Fortune 500 companies and smaller too much heat to be able to grow their crops One of the strongest signals that govern- innovative companies, all of whom are eager today. Think of the hospital bills for asthma ment can send, one of the most powerful to invest in the energy markets of the fu- and emphysema patients, and the millions of ways to reduce emissions at the lowest pos- ture. Get the best economists’ judgment on deaths that are linked to air pollution sible course—cost—is to move toward carbon the risk of inaction, of what the cost would caused by the use of fossil fuels. pricing that puts basic, free-market econom- be to global economies, versus the opportuni- In 2014, a study found that up to six million ics to work in addressing this challenge. ties that are to be found in the clean energy people in China have black lung because they Now obviously, this is not a new idea. market of the future. Speak with the mili- lived and worked so close to coal-fired power Many have come to this conclusion already. tary leaders who view climate change as a plants. There are nearly 20 million new asth- The share of global emissions that are cov- global security concern, as a threat multi- ma cases a year in India linked to coal-re- ered by a carbon price has tripled over the plier. Ask farmers about—and fisherman lated air pollution, and in the United States, last decade. Last year, more than 1,000 busi- about the impact of dramatic changes in asthma costs taxpayers more than $55 billion nesses and investors—including sectors that weather patterns on their current ability to annually. The greatest cause of children might be surprising to some of you—all came make a living and to support their families being hospitalized in the summer in the together to voice their support for carbon or on what they see for the future. Listen to United States is environmentally induced pricing. The long list of supporters includes faith leaders talk about the moral responsi- asthma. These are real costs, and they need energy companies like BP, Royal Dutch bility that human beings have to act as to be added to the tally. Shell, utilities like PG&E, transportation stewards of the planet that we have to share, We also have to include the price tag of re- companies like British Airways, construc- the only planet we have. Bring in the activ- building after devastating storms and flood- tion firms like Cemex, financial institutions ists and civil society, groups who have ing. Just in the first three quarters of this like Deutsche Bank, like Swiss Re, and con- worked for years with communities all over year alone, extreme weather events have sumer goods corporations like Unilever and the world to raise awareness and to respond cost the United States—have cost American Nokia. These companies all believe that car- to this threat. Ask young people about their taxpayers $27 billion in damage. In August bon pricing will establish the necessary cer- alone, Louisiana experienced flooding that legitimate concerns for the planet that their tainty in the marketplace that helps the pri- resulted in roughly $10 billion worth of dam- children will inherit in reducing emissions vate sector to move the capital that helps to age. worldwide. So none of us can afford to be oblivious to solve the problem. And above all, consult with the scientists Carbon pricing allows citizens, innovators, these expenses, and these initial costs are in who have dedicated their entire lives to ex- and companies—it allows the market to reality just a glimpse of what the future panding our understanding of this challenge, make independent decisions free from the could hold in store for us if we fail to re- and whose work will be in vain unless we government to be able to best drive their spond. Just imagine: Sea barriers that have sound the alarm loud enough for everyone to emission reductions. And this is also, by the to be built. Go down to Miami—in south hear. No one has a right to make decisions Miami, they’re building—they’re raising way, the chief reason that carbon pricing has that affect billions of people based on solely streets to deal with flooding that’s already received support from leaders and econo- ideology or without proper input. occurring, building new storm drains and as- mists on both sides of the aisle in the United Anyone who has these conversations, who sessing people additional tax in order to do States of America. A price on carbon, cou- takes the time to learn from these experts, it. Massive increases in cost of maintaining pled with government support for innovation who gets the full picture of what we’re fac- infrastructure to control flooding, withstand in key sectors, is easily one of the most com- ing—I believe they can only come to one le- storms. Power outages. All of this and more pelling tools for the world to accelerate the gitimate decision, and that is to act boldly has to be added to any honest assessment of clean energy transformation that we are on climate change and encourage others to high-carbon energy sources. And in an age of working to achieve. Now, while it may be do the same. increasing transparency and public demand some time before we see this ideal outcome, Now, I want to acknowledge that since this for accountability, citizens in the long run the effort to improve carbon markets ought COP started, obviously, an election took will not accept phony accounting or an ob- to be a priority going forward. place in my country. And I know it has left fuscation of the consequences of the deci- The bottom line is that there are many some here and elsewhere feeling uncertain sions. tools at the world’s disposal. The COP itself about the future. I obviously understand So everyone needs to make smarter is an important tool, in a sense. It has be- that uncertainty. And while I can’t stand choices—with the long game, not the short come much more of a—much more than just here and speculate about what policies our game, in mind. a gathering of government officials. It’s real- president-elect will pursue, I will tell you Coal, unfortunately, is the single biggest ly a yearly summit, 25,000 people strong this this: In the time that I have spent in public contributor to global carbon pollution. It year from all over the world, for all sectors life, one of the things I have learned is that provides about 30 percent of the world’s en- to showcase their commitment to climate some issues look a little bit different when ergy, but it produces nearly 50 percent of the action and to discuss ways to expand shared you’re actually in office compared to when world’s greenhouse gases. The unprecedented efforts. It’s a regular reminder of exactly you’re on the campaign trail. investments that we are now seeing in clean how much this movement has grown—and And the truth is that climate change energy will mean very, very little if, at the how many people, in how many countries, shouldn’t be a partisan issue in the first same time, new coal fire plants without car- are committed to action. place. It isn’t a partisan issue for our mili- bon capture are coming online and at a rate Walking around the conference here before tary leaders at the Pentagon who call cli- dumping into the atmosphere more and more I was coming in here and seeing this site in mate change a threat multiplier. (Applause.) of the very pollution that we’re all working Marrakech, and seeing the delegations and It isn’t a partisan issue for those military so hard to reduce. the business leaders, the entrepreneurs and leaders because of the way that climate Some of these projections, I have to tell the activists who have traveled from near change exacerbates conflicts all over the you, are deeply troubling. For example, be- and far to be here, it’s abundantly clear we world and who view it as a threat to military

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They thought of ana have benefited countless Hoosiers. heightened social and political tensions, ris- the future. They were reminded of the Pope Francis announced Archbishop ing food prices, increased risks to human stakes. Tobin’s selection as cardinal on Octo- health, and more. Ladies and gentlemen, here in Marrakech, ber 9, 2016, from the steps of St. Peter’s It isn’t a partisan issue for mayors from in the next hours, let us make clear to the Basilica in the Vatican. Less than a New Orleans to Miami, who are already world that we will always remember the month later, the Pope selected him to working hard to manage sunny-day floods stakes. Let us stand firm in support of the lead the archdiocese of Newark, NJ, and stronger storm surges caused by climate goals that we set in Paris and recommit our- change. It isn’t partisan for liberal and con- which serves 1.5 million Catholics and selves to double our efforts to meet them. is among the 10 largest dioceses in the servative business leaders alike who are in- Let us say that when it comes to climate vesting unprecedented amounts of money change, we will commit not just to doing our country. into renewables, voluntarily committing to best, but as Winston Churchill admonished, Outside of the church, Cardinal Tobin reduce their own emissions, and even holding we will do what is required. has dedicated himself to various orga- their supply chains accountable to their I look forward to working with you in this nizations including the Canon Law So- overall carbon footprint. important work for whatever number of ciety of America and the North Amer- And there’s nothing partisan about climate years ahead I have a chance to. Thank you. ican Orthodox-Catholic Theological change for the world scientists who are near unanimous in their conclusion that climate f Consultation. He also is a member of United States Conference of Catholic change is real, it is happening, human beings TRIBUTE TO CARDINAL JOSEPH for the most part are causing it, and we will Bishops, USCCB, subcommittee on the have increasing catastrophic impacts on our WILLIAM TOBIN Church in Africa and a consultant to way of life if we don’t take the dramatic Mr. DONNELLY. Mr. President, the committee on ecumenical and steps necessary to reduce the carbon foot- today I wish to recognize Archbishop interreligious affairs. print of our civilization. Joseph William Tobin of Indianapolis On behalf of Hoosiers, I congratulate Now, whether we are able to meet this mo- Cardinal Tobin and thank him for ment is a big test—probably as big a test of on his recent elevation to cardinal by courage and vision as you’ll ever find. Every Pope Francis and for his extraordinary blessing us with his leadership. Let us nation has a responsibility to do its part if service to Indiana. As a leader in our honor Cardinal Tobin for his selfless we are going to pass that test—and only State, Cardinal Tobin has dem- commitment to serving his fellow citi- those nations who step up and respond to onstrated his lifelong, faith-filled com- zens of the world and steadfast efforts this threat can legitimately lay claim to a mitment to serving others and giving a to make Indiana and the world a better mantle of global leadership. That’s a fact. place. More than his love of Marrakech, Winston voice to the voiceless. Churchill was known for his hard-nosed in- Born in Detroit, MI, Cardinal Tobin f sight and the way that he expressed it. He is the eldest of Joseph W. Tobin and TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT once argued, tellingly: ‘‘It’s not always Marie Terese Kerwin’s 13 children. COLONEL WADE E. WIEGEL enough that we do our best; sometimes we From an early age, it was apparent to have to do what is required.’’ his family that he was intellectually Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I We know today what is required. And with and spiritually gifted and wanted to would like to take a moment to recog- all of the real-world evidence, with all of the nize Lt. Col. Wade E. Wiegel for his 22 peer-reviewed science, with all of the plain use those talents by becoming a priest. Cardinal Tobin’s family instilled in years of service in the U.S. Marine just old common sense, there isn’t anyone Corps. Wade is a native of Iowa, and I him the importance of faith and fam- who can credibly argue otherwise. So we am proud to say that I nominated him have to continue this fight, my friends. We ily, and he pursued the priesthood with for the U.S. Naval Academy in 1990. In have to continue to defy expectations. We purpose and determination. He re- May 1994, he earned a bachelor of have to continue to accelerate the global ceived a bachelor of arts in philosophy science degree in mechanical engineer- transition to a clean energy economy. And from Holy Redeemer College in Water- we have to continue to hold one another ac- ing and reported to the Marine Corps’ ford, WI, and a masters in religious countable for the choices that our nations The Basic School. From there he com- education, as well as a masters in di- makes. pleted flight training and was des- vinity from Mount Saint Alphonsus Earlier this year, on Earth Day, I had the ignated a naval aviator in March 1997. great privilege of signing the Paris Agree- Seminary in Esopus, NY. He deployed aboard the USS Enterprise ment on behalf of President Obama and the Cardinal Tobin professed first vows United States. It was a special day. And be- in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom as a Redemptorist missionary on Au- and Operation Enduring Freedom. cause my daughter lives in New York, I in- gust 5, 1973, and he was ordained to the vited her to join me at the UN. She surprised Wade later served as the commanding me by bringing my 2-year-old granddaughter, priesthood on June 1, 1978. Over the officer for the VMFA–122 ‘‘Crusaders’’ Isabelle, along as well. next 12 years, Cardinal Tobin served and forward deployed the squadron for And that morning, I had been thinking communities in the Midwest, including 6 months into the Pacific Theater in about the history that had brought us to in his hometown of Detroit and in Chi- support of theater security cooperation that day. I thought about the first Earth cago. He then was elected general activities with Japan, South Korea, Day in 1970 that I mentioned earlier, when I consultor to the Superior General of joined with millions of Americans in teach- and the Philippines. After graduating ins to educate the public about the environ- the Redemptorists and moved to Rome, from the National War College, he mental challenges we faced. I thought about Italy. During his 21 years in Italy, he served as a military adviser in the Of- the first UN climate conference in Rio, was recognized for his efforts to pro- fice of the Under Secretary of Defense which is actually where I met my wife Te- mote dialogue and resolve tensions be- for Policy. Most recently, Wade has resa, and I thought of the urgency that we tween the Vatican and U.S. nuns. He served in the Office of Legislative Af- all felt way back then in 1992. And of course, was elected and reelected as superior fairs as a congressional affairs officer. I thought about that December night at Le general and later named archbishop by Bourget, when it seemed—for the first time— His personal decorations include the that the world had finally found the path Pope Benedict XVI, as well as sec- Defense Meritorious Service Medal, forward. retary of the Congregation for Insti- Meritorious Service Medal with Gold But as I sat and I played with my grand- tutes of Consecrated Life and Societies Star, the Navy and Marine Corps Com- daughter, waiting for my turn to go out and of Apostolic Life on August 2, 2010. mendation Medal, and the Navy and sign the Agreement, I thought, not of the Soon thereafter, he was ordained to the Marine Corps Achievement Medal with past, but I thought of the future. Her future. episcopacy on October 9, 2010, and ap- Gold Star. The world her children would one day in- proximately 2 years later, he was As he prepares to retire from the Ma- herit. And when it was time for me to go up on named Metropolitan Archbishop of In- rine Corps, I would like to take this op- that stage, I scooped her up and I brought dianapolis. portunity to thank him for his service her out with me. I wanted to share that mo- For 4 years, the Indianapolis arch- to our country and to wish him well in ment with her. And I’ll never forget it. diocese benefited greatly from Cardinal his future endeavors.

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Be- trooper, Vespia had busted a former fore that, he served as a tax counsel for playmate with a truckload of stolen ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED the committee when I was ranking furs. ‘‘How can you arrest me?’’ the At 3:06 p.m., a message from the member. man asked. ‘‘We played kick the can House of Representatives, delivered by Jim had a medical emergency during together.’’ Replied Vespia: ‘‘You went Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, a basketball game for charity which, one way, I went another.’’ announced that the Speaker has signed unfortunately for us all, he did not sur- After retiring from the State police, the following enrolled bills: vive. Vin was appointed chief of the South S. 1550. An act to amend title 31, United Those who knew Jim would not be Kingstown Police Department in 1981. States Code, to establish entities tasked surprised that he was spending an He would spend the next 35 years of his with improving program and project man- evening at an event to help others. career building an effective, profes- agement in certain Federal agencies, and for He was well known for his gen- sional force with strong ties to the other purposes. erosity, whether it was donating holi- community. He created new leadership H.R. 5509. An act to name the Department of Veterans Affairs temporary lodging facil- day gifts for children in foster care or programs within the department’s de- tective bureau and oversaw the con- ity in Indianapolis, Indiana, as the ‘‘Dr. Otis sharing his extensive knowledge of the Bowen Veteran House’’. Tax Code with younger staff who were struction of an innovative public safety H.R. 5995. An act to strike the sunset on learning the ropes. facility with state-of-the-art informa- certain provisions relating to the authorized He was incredibly smart and had a tion technology. protest of a task or delivery order under sec- zest for his work and for life that was Chief Vespia will be remembered for tion 4106 of title 41, United States Code. joyous and inspiring to all of those his leadership and fairness. Those he The enrolled bills were subsequently around him. led describe him as dedicated, rational, signed by the President pro tempore He loved to laugh and had a gift for and respectable. He has been called (Mr. HATCH). making others laugh. Jim’s quick wit ‘‘probably the most admired law en- is legendary, and he drew others to his forcement officer in Rhode Island.’’ I At 3:07 p.m., a message from the company to hear what funny story or was honored to have worked with him House of Representatives, delivered by observation he might share next. when I was attorney general and am Mrs. Cole, one of its reading clerks, an- Devising clever floor charts that proud to call him my friend. Chief nounced that the House has passed the made an insightful point about tax pol- Vespia’s 57 years of commitment and following bill, in which it requests the icy was a Jim Lyons specialty. He was service to the people of Rhode Island concurrence of the Senate: extremely gifted in using humor to represent the very best in law enforce- H.R. 6392. An act to amend the Dodd-Frank draw attention to a serious policy con- ment. Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protec- cern or to point out a political absurd- I commend him and his family for tion Act to specify when bank holding com- ity. the sacrifices they have made. On be- panies may be subject to certain enhanced It is a rare skill and one that Jim half of those he has served throughout supervision, and for other purposes. used to great effect. People liked to the years, I offer my thanks. I wish Vin The message further announced that hear what he had to say. The tragedy and Judith-Ann, his wife of 40 years, a the House agrees to the report of the of his loss in the prime of his life is im- happy retirement and the best of luck committee of conference on the dis- measurable. Those of us who knew him in all future endeavors.∑ agreeing votes of the two Houses on take comfort in learning from his ex- f the amendment of the House of Rep- resentatives to the bill (S. 2943) to au- ample. We can do serious work without MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE thorize appropriations for fiscal year taking ourselves too seriously. In fact, RECEIVED DURING ADJOURNMENT we might be much more successful by 2017 for military activities of the De- finding room to share a laugh with oth- ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED partment of Defense, for military con- ers. I wish Jim eternal peace and send Under the authority of the order of struction, and for defense activities of my best wishes to his loving family. the Senate of January 6, 2015, the Sec- the Department of Energy, to prescribe retary of the Senate, on December 2, f military personnel strengths for such 2016, during the adjournment of the fiscal year, and for other purposes. ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS Senate, received a message from the The message also announced that the House of Representatives announcing House agrees to the amendments of the that the Speaker had signed the fol- TRIBUTE TO VINCENT VESPIA, JR. Senate to the resolution (H.Con.Res. lowing enrolled bills: 122) supporting efforts to stop the ∑ Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, S. 1808. An act to require the Secretary of theft, illegal possession or sale, trans- South Kingstown Police Chief Vincent Homeland Security to conduct a Northern fer, and export of tribal cultural items Vespia, Jr., has dedicated his career to Border threat analysis, and for other pur- of American Indians, Alaska Natives, protecting and serving the people of poses. S. 1915. An act to direct the Secretary of and Native Hawaiians in the United Rhode Island. He retired this month States and internationally. after nearly 60 years of exceptional Homeland Security to make anthrax vac- cines available to emergency response pro- f service. viders, and for other purposes. The State’s longest serving police H.R. 3471. An act to amend title 38, United ENROLLED BILLS PRESENTED chief began his career in 1959 as a States Code, to make certain improvements The Secretary of the Senate reported trooper with the Rhode Island State in the provision of automobiles and adaptive that on December 2, 2016, she had pre- police. Chief Vespia would eventually equipment by the Department of Veterans Affairs. sented to the President of the United go on to become a State police orga- States the following enrolled bills: nized crime investigator. His work H.R. 5111. An act to prohibit the use of cer- helped bring down New England’s top tain clauses in form contracts that restrict S. 1808. An act to require the Secretary of the ability of a consumer to communicate Homeland Security to conduct a Northern organized crime family. There are regarding the goods or services offered in Border threat analysis, and for other pur- many stories about Vin Vespia. One of interstate commerce that were the subject of poses. the most famous was when he crashed the contract, and for other purposes. S. 1915. An act to direct the Secretary of through a second floor window of a H.R. 6297. An act to reauthorize the Iran Homeland Security to make anthrax vac- Federal Hill crap game from a bucket Sanctions Act of 1996. cines available to emergency response pro- of a cherry picker, brandishing a ma- Under the authority of the order of viders, and for other purposes. chine gun at the surprised dice players. the Senate of January 6, 2015, the en- The Secretary of the Senate reported As Pulitzer Prize winning author Mike rolled bills were signed on December 2, that on today, December 5, 2016, she

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A bill to establish the Daniel Web- cial Security Act to cover physician f ster Congressional Clerkship Program; to the services delivered by podiatric physi- REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Committee on Rules and Administration. cians to ensure access by Medicaid By Mr. WICKER (for himself and Mr. The following reports of committees COCHRAN): beneficiaries to appropriate quality were submitted: S. 3500. A bill to require the appropriate foot and ankle care, to amend title By Mr. THUNE, from the Committee on Federal banking agencies to treat certain XVIII of such Act to modify the re- Commerce, Science, and Transportation, non-significant investments in the capital of quirements for diabetic shoes to be in- with an amendment in the nature of a sub- unconsolidated financial institutions as cluded under Medicare, and for other stitute: qualifying capital instruments, and for other purposes. purposes; to the Committee on Banking, S. 3346. A bill to authorize the programs of S. 1169 the National Aeronautics and Space Admin- Housing, and Urban Affairs. By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself and At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the istration, and for other purposes (Rept. No. name of the Senator from North Caro- 114–390). Mr. BOOKER): By Mr. THUNE, from the Committee on S. 3501. A bill to require the Federal Com- lina (Mr. TILLIS) was added as a co- Commerce, Science, and Transportation: munications Commission to submit to Con- sponsor of S. 1169, a bill to reauthorize Report to accompany S. 3183, A bill to pro- gress a report on promoting broadband Inter- and improve the Juvenile Justice and hibit the circumvention of control measures net access service for veterans; to the Com- Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, used by Internet ticket sellers to ensure eq- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- and for other purposes. uitable consumer access to tickets for any tation. S. 2216 given event, and for other purposes (Rept. By Mr. DAINES (for himself and Mr. No. 114–391). BOOKER): At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the By Mr. THUNE, from the Committee on S. 3502. A bill to require the Federal Avia- name of the Senator from North Da- Commerce, Science, and Transportation, tion Administration to establish annual per- kota (Mr. HOEVEN) was added as a co- with an amendment in the nature of a sub- formance objectives and to hold the Chief sponsor of S. 2216, a bill to provide im- stitute: NextGen Officer accountable for meeting munity from suit for certain individ- S. 1403. A bill to amend the Magnuson-Ste- such objectives; to the Committee on Com- merce, Science, and Transportation. uals who disclose potential examples of vens Fishery Conservation and Management financial exploitation of senior citi- Act to promote sustainable conservation and f zens, and for other purposes. management for the Gulf of Mexico and SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND South Atlantic fisheries and the commu- S. 2268 nities that rely on them, and for other pur- SENATE RESOLUTIONS At the request of Mr. CORNYN, the poses. The following concurrent resolutions name of the Senator from Wisconsin f and Senate resolutions were read, and (Ms. BALDWIN) was added as a cospon- INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND referred (or acted upon), as indicated: sor of S. 2268, a bill to award a Congres- JOINT RESOLUTIONS By Mr. COONS (for himself and Mr. sional Gold Medal to the United States GRAHAM): Army Dust Off crews of the Vietnam The following bills and joint resolu- S. Res. 629. A resolution recognizing the War, collectively, in recognition of tions were introduced, read the first 225th anniversary of Alexander Hamilton’s their extraordinary heroism and life- and second times by unanimous con- seminal Report on the Subject of Manufac- saving actions in Vietnam. sent, and referred as indicated: tures; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. S. 2800 By Mr. FLAKE (for himself and Ms. By Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mr. At the request of Mr. COONS, the HEITKAMP): GRASSLEY, Mr. HATCH, Mr. LEE, Mr. name of the Senator from Idaho (Mr. S. 3494. A bill to provide U.S. Customs and SCOTT, and Mr. CRUZ): Border Protection with adequate flexibility RISCH) was added as a cosponsor of S. S. Res. 630. A resolution recognizing the in its employment authorities; to the Com- 2800, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- historical importance of Associate Justice mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- enue Code of 1986 and the Higher Edu- Clarence Thomas; to the Committee on the mental Affairs. cation Act of 1965 to provide an exclu- Judiciary. By Mr. DAINES (for himself and Mr. sion from income for student loan for- TESTER): f giveness for students who have died or S. 3495. A bill to amend the Food, Agri- ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS become disabled. culture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to designate certain research and extension S. 298 S. 2817 grants to increase participation by women At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the At the request of Mr. PETERS, the and underrepresented minorities in the fields name of the Senator from North Da- name of the Senator from Minnesota of science, technology, engineering, and kota (Ms. HEITKAMP) was added as a co- (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a co- mathematics as ‘‘Jeannette Rankin Women sponsor of S. 298, a bill to amend titles sponsor of S. 2817, a bill to improve un- and Minorities in STEM Fields Grants’’; to XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act derstanding and forecasting of space the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, weather events, and for other purposes. and Forestry. to provide States with the option of By Mr. CORNYN (for himself and Mr. providing services to children with S. 2957 CASEY): medically complex conditions under At the request of Mr. NELSON, the S. 3496. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- the Medicaid program and Children’s name of the Senator from Arkansas enue Code of 1986 to allow members of the Health Insurance Program through a (Mr. COTTON) was added as a cosponsor Ready Reserve of a reserve component of the care coordination program focused on of S. 2957, a bill to require the Sec- Armed Forces to make elective deferrals on improving health outcomes for chil- retary of the Treasury to mint com- the basis of their service to the Ready Re- serve and on the basis of their other employ- dren with medically complex condi- memorative coins in recognition of the ment; to the Committee on Finance. tions and lowering costs, and for other 50th anniversary of the first manned By Mr. COTTON (for himself, Mr. purposes. landing on the Moon. WICKER, Mr. BOOZMAN, Mr. COCHRAN, S. 313 S. 2989 and Mr. SHELBY): At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the At the request of Ms. MURKOWSKI, the S. 3497. A bill to provide the force and ef- name of the Senator from Idaho (Mr. name of the Senator from Missouri fect of law for certain regulations relating to the taking of double-crested cormorants to RISCH) was added as a cosponsor of S. (Mr. BLUNT) was added as a cosponsor reduce depredation at aquaculture facilities 313, a bill to amend title XVIII of the of S. 2989, a bill to award a Congres- and protect public resources; to the Com- Social Security Act to add physical sional Gold Medal, collectively, to the mittee on Environment and Public Works. therapists to the list of providers al- United States merchant mariners of

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SHORT TITLE. tion to a satellite-based one, to in- 38, United States Code, to improve the This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Service- crease safety and efficiency. NextGen provision of adult day health care serv- member Retirement Improvement Act’’. deployment has been bogged with ices for veterans. SEC. 2. ELECTIVE DEFERRALS BY MEMBERS OF delays and cost overruns, highlighted THE READY RESERVE OF A RESERVE by Government Accountability Office S. 3328 COMPONENT OF THE ARMED At the request of Mr. KAINE, his FORCES. reports. Final implementation is to be name was added as a cosponsor of S. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 402(g) of the In- completed by 2025. This legislation 3328, a bill to amend title 38, United ternal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by would simply create measurable annual States Code, to reform the rights and adding at the end the following new para- performance goals and hold federal of- processes relating to appeals of deci- graph: ficials accountable to meeting these ‘‘(9) ELECTIVE DEFERRALS BY MEMBERS OF sions regarding claims for benefits goals through the remainder of imple- READY RESERVE.— mentation. under the laws administered by the ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a qualified I want to thank Senator BOOKER for Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for ready reservist (other than a specified Fed- other purposes. eral employee ready reservist) for any tax- being original cosponsors of this bill S. 3405 able year, the limitations of subparagraphs and I ask my other Senate colleagues At the request of Mr. DAINES, the (A) and (C) of paragraph (1) shall be applied to join us in support of this legislation. name of the Senator from Idaho (Mr. separately with respect to— Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- ‘‘(i) elective deferrals of such qualified sent that the text of the bill be printed CRAPO) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3405, a bill to transfer certain items ready reservist with respect to the Thrift in the RECORD. Savings Fund (as defined in section 7701(j)), There being no objection, the text of from the United States Munitions List and the bill was ordered to be printed in to the Commerce Control List. ‘‘(ii) any other elective deferrals of such the RECORD, as follows: S. 3435 qualified ready reservist. S. 3502 At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the ‘‘(B) SPECIAL RULE FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- name of the Senator from West Vir- IN THE READY RESERVE NOT ELIGIBLE TO MAKE resentatives of the United States of America in ginia (Mrs. CAPITO) was added as a co- ELECTIVE DEFERRALS TO A PLAN OTHER THAN THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN.—In the case of a Congress assembled, sponsor of S. 3435, a bill to amend title SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. XVIII of the Social Security Act to specified Federal employee ready reservist for any taxable year— This Act may be cited as the ‘‘NextGen Ac- protect and preserve access of Medicare ‘‘(i) the applicable dollar amount in effect countability Act’’. beneficiaries in rural areas to health under paragraph (1)(B) for such taxable year SEC. 2. NEXTGEN ANNUAL PERFORMANCE care providers under the Medicare pro- shall be twice such amount (as determined GOALS. gram, and for other purposes. without regard to this subclause), and Section 214 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–95; 49 S. 3478 ‘‘(ii) for purposes of paragraph (1)(C), the applicable dollar amount under section U.S.C. 40101 note) is amended— At the request of Mr. RUBIO, the (1) by redesignating subsection (d) as sub- name of the Senator from Arkansas 414(v)(2)(B)(i) (as otherwise determined for purposes of paragraph (1)(C)) shall be twice section (e); and (Mr. BOOZMAN) was added as a cospon- such amount (as determined without regard (2) by inserting after subsection (c) the fol- sor of S. 3478, a bill to require contin- to this subclause). lowing: ‘‘(d) ANNUAL PERFORMANCE GOALS.—The ued and enhanced annual reporting to ‘‘(C) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this Administrator shall establish annual Congress in the Annual Report on paragraph— NextGen performance goals for each of the International Religious Freedom on ‘‘(i) QUALIFIED READY RESERVIST.—The performance metrics set forth in subsection anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the term ‘qualified ready reservist’ means any (a) to meet the performance metric baselines individual for any taxable year if such indi- safety and security of European Jewish identified under subsection (b). Such goals vidual received compensation for service as a communities, and the efforts of the shall be established in consultation with member of the Ready Reserve of a reserve United States to partner with Euro- public and private NextGen stakeholders, in- component (as defined in section 101 of title cluding the NextGen Advisory Committee.’’. pean governments, the European 37, United States Code) during such taxable Union, and civil society groups, to year. SEC. 3. NEXTGEN METRICS REPORT. Section 710(e)(2) of the Vision 100—Century combat anti-Semitism, and for other ‘‘(ii) SPECIFIED FEDERAL EMPLOYEE READY of Aviation Reauthorization Act (Public Law purposes. RESERVIST.—The term ‘specified Federal em- 108–176; 49 U.S.C. 40101 note) is amended— S. RES. 616 ployee ready reservist’ means any individual for any taxable year if such individual— (1) in subparagraph (D), by striking ‘‘and’’ At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, the at the end; name of the Senator from South Da- ‘‘(I) is a qualified ready reservist for such taxable year, (2) in subparagraph (E), by striking the pe- kota (Mr. ROUNDS) was added as a co- ‘‘(II) would be eligible to make elective de- riod at the end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and sponsor of S. Res. 616, a resolution sup- ferrals with respect to the Thrift Savings (3) by adding at the end the following: porting the goals and ideals of Amer- Fund (as defined in section 7701(j)) during ‘‘(F) a description of the progress made in ican Diabetes Month. such taxable year determined without regard meeting the annual NextGen performance goals relative to the performance metrics es- f to the service of such individual described in clause (i), and tablished under section 214 of the FAA Mod- STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED ‘‘(III) is not eligible to make elective defer- ernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Public BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS rals with respect to any plan other than such Law 112–95; 49 U.S.C. 40101 note).’’. SEC. 4. CHIEF NEXTGEN OFFICER. By Mr. CORNYN (for himself and Thrift Savings Fund during such taxable year.’’. Section 106(s) of title 49, United States Mr. CASEY): Code, is amended— S. 3496. A bill to amend the Internal (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable (1) in paragraph (2)(B), by adding at the Revenue Code of 1986 to allow members years beginning after the date of the enact- end the following: ‘‘In evaluating the per- of the Ready Reserve of a reserve com- ment of this Act. formance of the Chief NextGen Officer for ponent of the Armed Forces to make the purpose of awarding a bonus under this elective deferrals on the basis of their By Mr. DAINES (for himself and subparagraph, the Administrator shall con- sider the progress toward meeting the service to the Ready Reserve and on Mr. BOOKER): S. 3502. A bill to require the Federal NextGen performance goals established pur- the basis of their other employment; to suant to section 214(d) of the FAA Mod- the Committee on Finance. Aviation Administration to establish ernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Public Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask annual performance objectives and to Law 112–95; 49 U.S.C. 40101 note)’’; and unanimous consent that the text of the hold the Chief NextGen Officer ac- (2) in paragraph (3), by adding at the end bill be printed in the RECORD. countable for meeting such objectives; the following: ‘‘The annual performance

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RES. 629 now equal to or slightly higher than the newed focus to constitutional doctrines that Whereas December 5, 2016, is the 225th an- number of jobs leaving the United States, the Framers intended to undergird our re- niversary of Alexander Hamilton’s landmark which contributes to the manufacturing re- publican form of government, including fed- Report on the Subject of Manufactures (re- bound; eralism and the separation of powers; ferred to in this preamble as the ‘‘Hamilton Whereas manufacturing firms have a crit- Whereas, in fostering this philosophy of report’’), which he delivered on December 5, ical role in innovation, engaging new tech- law, Justice Thomas reinvigorated not only 1791; nologies that improve processes, support the jurisprudence of the United States, but Whereas the groundbreaking Hamilton re- product innovation, and create well-paying also the democracy of the United States; port stressed the importance of a diversified jobs; and Whereas Justice Thomas has been a re- national economy in which manufacturing, Whereas the brand ‘‘Made in the USA’’ car- markably prolific Associate Justice, writing alongside agriculture, contributes signifi- ries tremendous weight and appeal across influential opinions on topics including con- cantly to economic health; the world: Now, therefore, be it stitutional law, administrative law, and civil Resolved, That the Senate— Whereas Alexander Hamilton promoted a rights; (1) recognizes the 225th anniversary of modern economic vision years ahead of his Whereas, on August 10, 1846, in the name of Alexander Hamilton’s seminal Report on the time based on investment, industry, internal founding an establishment for the increase Subject of Manufactures; improvements, and expanded commerce; and diffusion of knowledge, Congress estab- (2) recognizes the vision of Alexander Ham- Whereas the Hamilton report had its roots lished the Smithsonian Institution as a trust ilton to make a case for a strong and diversi- in President George Washington’s first an- to be administered by a Board of Regents fied economy, which has withstood the test nual message to Congress on January 8, 1790, and a Secretary of the Smithsonian Institu- of time; when he argued that the people of the United tion; (3) expresses admiration and appreciation States should promote manufacturing to Whereas diversity, including intellectual for the variety of ways in which Alexander make the United States independent of other diversity, is a core value of the Smithsonian Hamilton contributed to the success of the nations for essential supplies, particularly Institution and the museums of the Smithso- young United States; military supplies; nian Institution should capitalize on the (4) acknowledges the importance of the Whereas the House of Representatives then richness inherent in differences; manufacturing industry’s contributions to requested the Secretary of the Treasury pre- Whereas, upon opening, the National Mu- the United States in promoting innovation, pare a report describing plans to encourage seum of African American History and Cul- job creation, and opportunity for the middle ‘‘manufactories’’ that would promote that ture (in this preamble referred to as the class; and independence; ‘‘Museum’’) is the only national museum de- (5) supports efforts to grow and sustain Whereas the Hamilton report recognized voted exclusively to the documentation of United States manufacturing industries by that the Federal Government could take African American life, history, and culture; creating a healthy business climate and es- steps to encourage innovation in the manu- Whereas the Museum omits the contribu- tablishing the level playing field vital to facturing sector, and recommended govern- tion made by Justice Thomas to the United United States manufacturing success. ment promotion of manufacturing through States; and incentives to encourage risk taking and in- f Whereas the Senate is hopeful that the Mu- novation, as well as reasonable and flexible seum will reflect that important contribu- SENATE RESOLUTION 630—RECOG- tion: Now, therefore, be it tariffs to counter Great Britain’s mer- NIZING THE HISTORICAL IMPOR- cantilist system; Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate Whereas Alexander Hamilton was one of TANCE OF ASSOCIATE JUSTICE that— the Founding Fathers, a delegate to the Con- CLARENCE THOMAS (1) Associate Justice Clarence Thomas is a stitutional Convention, a major author of Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mr. historically significant African American the Federalist papers, a signatory to the who has— GRASSLEY, Mr. HATCH, Mr. LEE, Mr. (A) overcome great challenges; Constitution of the United States, the first SCOTT, and Mr. CRUZ) submitted the Secretary of the Treasury, and the founder (B) served his country honorably for more following resolution; which was re- than 35 years; and of the First Bank of the United States and ferred to the Committee on the Judici- the Coast Guard; (C) made an important contribution to the Whereas Alexander Hamilton founded the ary: United States, in particular the jurispru- Society for the Establishment of Useful Man- S. RES. 630 dence of the United States; and ufactures in Paterson, New Jersey, which be- Whereas, in 1948, Clarence Thomas was (2) the life and work of Justice Thomas are came an important center for manufacturing born outside of Savannah, Georgia, in the an important part of the story of African production and innovation; small community of Pin Point, Georgia; Americans in the United States and should Whereas Alexander Hamilton used his in- Whereas Clarence Thomas was born into have a prominent place in the National Mu- fluence to define the role of the Federal Gov- poverty and under segregation; seum of African American History and Cul- ernment in promoting a sound financial Whereas, notwithstanding his humble be- ture. foundation for the young nation; ginnings and the many impediments he f Whereas manufacturing is critical to the faced, Clarence Thomas demonstrated in- AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND United States economy, and contributes ap- credible intellect, discipline, and strength in proximately $2,170,000,000,000 to the United attending and graduating from St. Benedict PROPOSED States economy annually; the Moor Catholic School, St. John Vianney SA 5127. Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. SHELBY Whereas manufacturing makes an outsized Minor Seminar, the College of the Holy (for himself and Mr. BROWN)) proposed an contribution to the United States economy Cross, and Yale Law School; amendment to the bill H.R. 5602, to amend in terms of total output and employment, Whereas Clarence Thomas had a distin- title 31, United States Code, to authorize the and supports more than 17,000,000 indirect guished legal career with service in State Secretary of the Treasury to include all

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Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mrs. ERNST) to the Committee on Financial Services and (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of proposed an amendment to the bill S. 3336, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the supra. contents for chapter 53 of title 31, United House of Representatives and the Committee SA 5130. Mr. MANCHIN (for himself and States Code, is amended in the item relating on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs and Mr. BROWN) submitted an amendment in- to section 5326 by striking ‘‘coin and cur- the Committee on Foreign Relations of the tended to be proposed by him to the bill H.R. rency’’. Senate a report that contains— (1) a list of the United States embassies in 34, to authorize and strengthen the tsunami SEC. 102. IMPROVING ANTITERROR FINANCE detection, forecast, warning, research, and which a full-time Department of the Treas- MONITORING OF FUNDS TRANS- ´ mitigation program of the National Oceanic FERS. ury financial attache is stationed and a de- and Atmospheric Administration, and for scription of how the interests of the Depart- other purposes; which was ordered to lie on (a) STUDY.— ment of the Treasury relating to terrorist fi- the table. (1) IN GENERAL.—To improve the ability of nancing and money laundering are addressed SA 5131. Ms. WARREN (for herself and Mr. the Department of the Treasury to better (via regional attache´s or otherwise) at US MERKLEY) submitted an amendment in- track cross-border fund transfers and iden- embassies where no such attache´s are tended to be proposed by her to the bill H.R. tify potential financing of terrorist or other present; 34, supra; which was ordered to lie on the forms of illicit finance, the Secretary shall (2) a list of the United States embassies at table. carry out a study to assess— which the Department of the Treasury has SA 5132. Ms. WARREN submitted an (A) the potential efficacy of requiring assigned a technical assistance advisor from amendment intended to be proposed by her banking regulators to establish a pilot pro- the Office of Technical Assistance of the De- to the bill H.R. 34, supra; which was ordered gram to provide technical assistance to de- partment of the Treasury; to lie on the table. pository institutions and credit unions that (3) an overview of how Department of the SA 5133. Mr. FLAKE submitted an amend- wish to provide account services to money Treasury financial attache´s and technical as- ment intended to be proposed by him to the services businesses serving individuals in So- sistance advisors assist in efforts to counter bill H.R. 34, supra; which was ordered to lie malia; illicit finance, to include money laundering, on the table. (B) whether such a pilot program could be terrorist financing, and proliferation financ- SA 5134. Mr. MERKLEY (for himself and a model for improving the ability of United ing; and Ms. WARREN) submitted an amendment in- States persons to make legitimate funds (4) an overview of patterns, trends, or tended to be proposed by him to the bill H.R. transfers through transparent and easily other issues identified by Department of the 34, supra; which was ordered to lie on the monitored channels while preserving strict Treasury attache´s and whether resources are table. compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (Pub- sufficient to address these issues. lic Law 91–508; 84 Stat. 1114) and related con- SA 5135. Mr. MERKLEY submitted an TITLE II—NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR COM- trols aimed at stopping money laundering amendment intended to be proposed by him BATING TERRORIST AND OTHER ILLICIT and the financing of terrorism; and to the bill H.R. 34, supra; which was ordered FINANCING to lie on the table. (C) consistent with current legal require- SA 5136. Mr. LEAHY (for himself, Mr. ments regarding confidential supervisory in- SEC. 201. DEVELOPMENT OF NATIONAL STRAT- EGY. GRASSLEY, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, and Mr. LEE) formation, the potential impact of allowing submitted an amendment intended to be pro- money services businesses to share certain (a) IN GENERAL.—The President, acting posed by him to the bill H.R. 34, supra; which State examination information with deposi- through the Secretary shall, in consultation was ordered to lie on the table. tory institutions and credit unions, or with the Attorney General, the Secretary of SA 5137. Mr. MCCONNELL (for himself and whether another appropriate mechanism State, the Secretary of Homeland Security, Mr. REID) proposed an amendment to the could be identified to allow a similar ex- the Director of National Intelligence, and concurrent resolution H. Con. Res. 174, di- change of information to give the depository the appropriate Federal banking agencies, recting the Clerk of the House of Representa- institutions and credit unions a better un- develop a national strategy for combating tives to make a correction in the enrollment derstanding of whether an individual money the financing of terrorism and related forms of H.R. 34. services business is adequately meeting its of illicit finance. (b) TRANSMITTAL TO CONGRESS.— f anti-money laundering and counter-terror fi- nancing obligations to combat money laun- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than January 31, TEXT OF AMENDMENTS dering, the financing of terror, or related il- 2018, the President shall submit to the appro- priate congressional committees a com- SA 5127. Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. licit finance. (2) PUBLIC INPUT.—The Secretary should prehensive national strategy developed in SHELBY (for himself and Mr. BROWN)) accordance with subsection (a). proposed an amendment to the bill solicit and consider public input as appro- priate in developing this study. (2) UPDATES.—Not later than January 31, H.R. 5602, to amend title 31, United 2020, and January 31, 2022, the President shall States Code, to authorize the Secretary (b) REPORT.—Not later than 270 days after submit to the appropriate congressional of the Treasury to include all funds the date of the enactment of this Act, the committees updated versions of the national when issuing certain geographic tar- Secretary shall submit to the Committee on strategy submitted under paragraph (1). Financial Services and the Committee on geting orders, and for other purposes; (c) SEPARATE PRESENTATION OF CLASSIFIED Foreign Affairs of the House of Representa- MATERIAL.—Any part of the national strat- as follows: tives and the Committee on Banking, Hous- egy that involves information that is prop- Strike all after the enacting clause and in- ing, and Urban Affairs and the Committee on erly classified under criteria established by sert the following: Foreign Relations of the Senate a report the President shall be submitted to the Con- TITLE I—ENHANCING ANTITERRORISM that contains all findings and determina- gress separately in a classified annex and, if TOOLS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE tions made in carrying out the study re- requested by the chairman or ranking Mem- TREASURY quired under subsection (a). ber of one of the appropriate congressional SEC. 101. INCLUSION OF ALL FUNDS. committees, as a briefing at an appropriate SEC. 103. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON INTER- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 5326 of title 31, level of security. NATIONAL COOPERATION REGARD- SEC. 202. CONTENTS. United States Code, is amended— ING TERRORIST FINANCING INTEL- (1) in the heading of such section, by strik- LIGENCE. (a) IN GENERAL.—The strategy described in ing ‘‘coin and currency’’; section 201 shall contain the following: (2) in subsection (a)— It is the sense of the Congress that the (1) EVALUATION OF EXISTING EFFORTS.—An (A) by striking ‘‘subtitle and’’ and insert- Secretary, acting through the Under Sec- assessment of the effectiveness of and ways ing ‘‘subtitle or to’’; and retary for Terrorism and Financial Crimes, in which the United States is currently ad- (B) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking should intensify work with foreign partners dressing the highest levels of risk of various ‘‘United States coins or currency (or such to help the foreign partners develop intel- forms of illicit finance, including those iden- other monetary instruments as the Sec- ligence analytic capacities, in a finance min- tified in the documents entitled ‘‘2015 Na- retary may describe in such order)’’ and in- istry or other appropriate agency, that are— tional Money Laundering Risk Assessment’’ serting ‘‘funds (as the Secretary may de- (1) commensurate to the threats faced by and ‘‘2015 National Terrorist Financing Risk scribe in such order),’’; and the foreign partner; and Assessment’’, published by the Department (3) in subsection (b)— (2) designed to better integrate intel- of the Treasury and a description of how the (A) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking ‘‘coins ligence efforts with the anti-money laun- strategy is integrated into, and supports, the or currency (or monetary instruments)’’ and dering and counter-terrorist financing re- broader counter terrorism strategy of the inserting ‘‘funds’’; and gimes of the foreign partner. United States.

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DEFINITIONS. to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize and illicit finance activities within and In this Act— strengthen the tsunami detection, fore- transiting the financial system of the United (1) the term ‘‘appropriate congressional States that outlines priorities to reduce the cast, warning, research, and mitigation committees’’ means— program of the National Oceanic and incidence, dollar value, and effects of illicit (A) the Committee on Financial Services, finance. Atmospheric Administration, and for the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Com- other purposes; which was ordered to (3) THREATS.—An identification of the mittee on Armed Services, the Committee on most significant illicit finance threats to the the Judiciary, Committee on Homeland Se- lie on the table; as follows: financial system of the United States. curity, and the Permanent Select Committee At the end, add the following: (4) REVIEWS AND PROPOSED CHANGES.—Re- on Intelligence of the House of Representa- TITLE XIX—MINERS PROTECTION views of enforcement efforts, relevant regu- tives; and SEC. 19001. SHORT TITLE. lations and relevant provisions of law and, if (B) the Committee on Banking, Housing, This title may be cited as the ‘‘Miners Pro- appropriate, discussions of proposed changes and Urban Affairs, the Committee on For- tection Act of 2016’’. determined to be appropriate to ensure that eign Relations, Committee on Armed Serv- SEC. 19002. INCLUSION OF CERTAIN RETIREES IN the United States pursues coordinated and ices, Committee on the Judiciary, Com- THE MULTIEMPLOYER HEALTH BEN- effective efforts at all levels of government, mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- EFIT PLAN. and with international partners of the mental Affairs, and the Select Committee on (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 402 of the Surface United States, in the fight against illicit fi- Intelligence of the Senate; Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 nance. (2) the term ‘‘appropriate Federal banking (30 U.S.C. 1232) is amended— (5) DETECTION AND PROSECUTION INITIA- agencies’’ has the meaning given the term in (1) in subsection (h)(2)(C)— TIVES.—A description of efforts to improve section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance (A) by striking ‘‘A transfer’’ and inserting detection and prosecution of illicit finance, Act (12 U.S.C. 1813); the following: including efforts to ensure that— (3) the term ‘‘Bank Secrecy Act’’ means— ‘‘(i) TRANSFER TO THE PLAN.—A transfer’’; (A) subject to legal restrictions, all appro- (A) section 21 of the Federal Deposit Insur- (B) by redesignating clauses (i) and (ii) as priate data collected by the Federal Govern- ance Act (12 U.S.C. 1829b); subclauses (I) and (II), respectively, and ment that is relevant to the efforts described (B) chapter 2 of title I of Public Law 91–508 moving such subclauses 2 ems to the right; in this section be available in a timely fash- (12 U.S.C. 1951 et seq.); and and ion to— (C) subchapter II of chapter 53 of title 31, (C) by striking the matter following such (i) all appropriate Federal departments and United States Code; subclause (II) (as so redesignated) and insert- agencies; and (4) the term ‘‘illicit finance’’ means the fi- ing the following: (ii) as appropriate and consistent with sec- nancing of terrorism, money laundering, or ‘‘(ii) CALCULATION OF EXCESS.—The excess tion 314 of the International Money Laun- other forms of illicit financing domestically determined under clause (i) shall be cal- dering Abatement and Financial Anti-Ter- or internationally, as defined by the Presi- culated by taking into account only— rorism Act of 2001 (31 U.S.C. 5311 note), to fi- dent; ‘‘(I) those beneficiaries actually enrolled in nancial institutions to assist the financial (5) the term ‘‘money services business’’ has the Plan as of the date of the enactment of institutions in efforts to comply with laws the meaning given the term under section the Miners Protection Act of 2016 who are el- aimed at curbing illicit finance; and 1010.100 of title 31, Code of Federal Regula- igible to receive health benefits under the (B) appropriate efforts are undertaken to tions; Plan on the first day of the calendar year for ensure that Federal departments and agen- (6) the term ‘‘Secretary’’ means the Sec- which the transfer is made, other than those cies charged with reducing and preventing il- retary of the Treasury; and beneficiaries enrolled in the Plan under the licit finance make thorough use of publicly (7) the term ‘‘State’’ means each of the terms of a participation agreement with the available data in furtherance of this effort. several States, the District of Columbia, and current or former employer of such bene- (6) THE ROLE OF THE PRIVATE FINANCIAL SEC- each territory or possession of the United ficiaries; and TOR IN PREVENTION OF ILLICIT FINANCE.—A States. ‘‘(II) those beneficiaries whose health bene- discussion of ways to enhance partnerships fits, defined as those benefits payable di- between the private financial sector and SA 5128. Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mrs. rectly following death or retirement or upon Federal departments and agencies with re- ERNST) proposed an amendment to the a finding of disability by an employer in the gard to the prevention and detection of il- bill S. 3336, to provide installation re- bituminous coal industry under a coal wage licit finance, including— utilization authority for arsenals, de- agreement (as defined in section 9701(b)(1) of (A) efforts to facilitate compliance with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986), would be laws aimed at stopping such illicit finance pots, and plants; as follows: denied or reduced as a result of a bankruptcy while maintaining the effectiveness of such On page 1, strike lines 3 and 4 and insert proceeding commenced in 2012 or 2015. efforts; and the following: ‘‘(iii) ELIGIBILITY OF CERTAIN RETIREES.— (B) providing guidance to strengthen inter- SECTION 1. INSTALLATION REUTILIZATION AU- Individuals referred to in clause (ii)(II) shall nal controls and to adopt on an industry- THORITY FOR ARSENALS, DEPOTS, be treated as eligible to receive health bene- wide basis more effective policies. AND PLANTS. fits under the Plan. (7) ENHANCEMENT OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL On page 1, line 6, strike ‘‘arsenal, the Sec- ‘‘(iv) REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSFER.—The COOPERATION.—A discussion of ways to com- retary concerned’’ and insert ‘‘arsenal, amount of the transfer otherwise determined bat illicit finance by enhancing— depot, or plant, the Secretary of the Army’’. under this subparagraph for a fiscal year (A) cooperative efforts between and among On page 2, line 4, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ shall be reduced by any amount transferred Federal, State, and local officials, including after ‘‘arsenal’’. for the fiscal year to the Plan, to pay bene- State regulators, State and local prosecu- On page 2, line 8, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ fits required under the Plan, from a vol- tors, and other law enforcement officials; after ‘‘arsenal’’. untary employees’ beneficiary association (B) cooperative efforts with and between On page 2, line 12, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ established as a result of a bankruptcy pro- governments of countries and with and be- after ‘‘arsenal’’. ceeding described in clause (ii). On page 2, line 17, strike ‘‘Secretary con- tween multinational institutions, including ‘‘(v) VEBA TRANSFER.—The administrator cerned’’ and insert ‘‘Secretary of the Army’’. the Financial Action Task Force, with exper- of such voluntary employees’ beneficiary as- On page 2, line 21, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ tise in fighting illicit finance. sociation shall transfer to the Plan any after ‘‘arsenal’’. (8) TREND ANALYSIS OF EMERGING ILLICIT FI- amounts received as a result of such bank- On page 4, line 3, insert ‘‘, DEPOT, OR NANCE THREATS.—A discussion of and data re- ruptcy proceeding, reduced by an amount for PLANT’’ after ‘‘ARSENAL’’. garding trends in illicit finance, including On page 4, line 5, insert ‘‘, depot, or plant’’ administrative costs of such association.’’; evolving forms of value transfer such as so- after ‘‘arsenal’’. and called cryptocurrencies, other methods that On page 4, line 6, strike ‘‘Department of (2) in subsection (i)— are computer, telecommunications, or Inter- the Defense’’ and insert ‘‘Army’’. (A) by redesignating paragraph (4) as para- net-based, cyber crime, or any other threats graph (5); and that the Secretary may choose to identify. SA 5129. Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mrs. (B) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- (9) BUDGET PRIORITIES.—A multiyear budg- lowing: ERNST) proposed an amendment to the et plan that identifies sufficient resources ‘‘(4) ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS.— bill S. 3336, to provide installation re- needed to successfully execute the full range ‘‘(A) CALCULATION.—If the dollar limitation of missions called for in this section. utilization authority for arsenals, de- specified in paragraph (3)(A) exceeds the ag- (10) TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENTS.—An anal- pots, and plants; as follows: gregate amount required to be transferred ysis of current and developing ways to lever- Amend the title so as to read: ‘‘A bill to under paragraphs (1) and (2) for a fiscal year, age technology to improve the effectiveness provide installation reutilization authority the Secretary of the Treasury shall transfer of efforts to stop the financing of terrorism for arsenals, depots, and plants.’’. an additional amount equal to the difference

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between such dollar limitation and such ag- ‘‘(VIII) the total value of all investment (b) EFFECTIVE DATES.— gregate amount to the trustees of the 1974 gains or losses during the plan year pre- (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendments made by UMWA Pension Plan to pay benefits required ceding such plan year; this section shall apply to fiscal years begin- under that plan. ‘‘(IX) any significant reduction in the num- ning after September 30, 2016. ‘‘(B) CESSATION OF TRANSFERS.—The trans- ber of active participants during the plan (2) REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.—Section fers described in subparagraph (A) shall year preceding such plan year, and the rea- 402(i)(4)(F) of the Surface Mining Control and cease as of the first fiscal year beginning son for such reduction; Reclamation Act of 1977 (30 U.S.C. after the first plan year for which the funded ‘‘(X) a list of employers that withdrew 1232(i)(4)(F)), as added by this section, shall percentage (as defined in section 432(i)(2) of from the plan in the plan year preceding apply to plan years beginning after the date the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) of the 1974 such plan year, and the resulting reduction of the enactment of this Act. UMWA Pension Plan is at least 100 percent. in contributions; SEC. 19003. CLARIFICATION OF FINANCING OBLI- ‘‘(C) PROHIBITION ON BENEFIT INCREASES, ‘‘(XI) a list of employers that paid with- GATIONS. ETC.—During a fiscal year in which the 1974 drawal liability to the plan during the plan (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (a) of section UMWA Pension Plan is receiving transfers year preceding such plan year and, for each 9704 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is under subparagraph (A), no amendment of employer, a total assessment of the with- amended— such plan which increases the liabilities of drawal liability paid, the annual payment (1) by striking paragraph (3), the plan by reason of any increase in bene- amount, and the number of years remaining (2) by striking ‘‘three premiums’’ and in- fits, any change in the accrual of benefits, or in the payment schedule with respect to such serting ‘‘two premiums’’, and any change in the rate at which benefits be- withdrawal liability; (3) by striking ‘‘, plus’’ at the end of para- come nonforfeitable under the plan may be ‘‘(XII) any material changes to benefits, graph (2) and inserting a period. adopted unless the amendment is required as accrual rates, or contribution rates during (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— a condition of qualification under part I of the plan year preceding such plan year; (1) Section 9704 of the Internal Revenue subchapter D of chapter 1 of the Internal ‘‘(XIII) any scheduled benefit increase or Code of 1986 is amended— Revenue Code of 1986. decrease in the plan year preceding such plan (A) by striking subsection (d), and ‘‘(D) TREATMENT OF TRANSFERS FOR PUR- year having a material effect on liabilities of (B) by redesignating subsections (e) POSES OF WITHDRAWAL LIABILITY UNDER the plan; through (j) as subsections (d) through (i), re- ERISA.—The amount of any transfer made ‘‘(XIV) details regarding any funding im- spectively. under subparagraph (A) (and any earnings provement plan or rehabilitation plan and (2) Subsection (d) of section 9704 of such attributable thereto) shall be disregarded in updates to such plan; Code, as so redesignated, is amended— determining the unfunded vested benefits of ‘‘(XV) the number of participants and (A) by striking ‘‘3 separate accounts for the 1974 UMWA Pension Plan and the alloca- beneficiaries during the plan year preceding each of the premiums described in sub- tion of such unfunded vested benefits to an such plan year who are active participants, sections (b), (c), and (d)’’ in paragraph (1) and employer for purposes of determining the the number of participants and beneficiaries inserting ‘‘2 separate accounts for each of employer’s withdrawal liability under sec- in pay status, and the number of terminated the premiums described in subsections (b) tion 4201. vested participants and beneficiaries; and (c)’’, and ‘‘(E) REQUIREMENT TO MAINTAIN CONTRIBU- ‘‘(XVI) the information contained on the (B) by striking ‘‘or the unassigned bene- TION RATE.—A transfer under subparagraph most recent annual funding notice submitted ficiaries premium account’’ in paragraph (A) shall not be made for a fiscal year unless by the plan under section 101(f) of the Em- (3)(B). the persons that are obligated to contribute ployee Retirement Income Security Act of (3) Subclause (I) of section 9703(b)(2)(C)(ii) to the 1974 UMWA Pension Plan on the date 1974; of such Code is amended by striking of the transfer are obligated to make the ‘‘(XVII) the information contained on the ‘‘9704(e)(3)(B)(i)’’ and inserting contributions at rates that are no less than most recent Department of Labor Form 5500 ‘‘9704(d)(3)(B)(i)’’. those in effect on the date which is 30 days of the plan; and (4) Paragraph (3) of section 9705(a) of such before the date of enactment of the Miners ‘‘(XVIII) copies of the plan document and Code is amended— Protection Act of 2016. amendments, other retirement benefit or an- (A) by striking ‘‘the unassigned beneficiary ‘‘(F) ENHANCED ANNUAL REPORTING.— cillary benefit plans relating to the plan and premium under section 9704(a)(3) and’’ in ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—Not later than the 90th contribution obligations under such plans, a subparagraph (B), and day of each plan year beginning after the breakdown of administrative expenses of the (B) by striking ‘‘9704(i)(1)(B)’’ and inserting date of enactment of the Miners Protection plan, participant census data and distribu- ‘‘9704(h)(1)(B)’’. Act of 2016, the trustees of the 1974 UMWA tion of benefits, the most recent actuarial (5) Paragraph (2) of section 9711(c) of such Pension Plan shall file with the Secretary of valuation report as of the plan year, copies Code is amended— the Treasury or the Secretary’s delegate and of collective bargaining agreements, and fi- (A) by striking ‘‘9704(j)(2)’’ in subparagraph the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation a nancial reports, and such other information (A)(i) and inserting ‘‘9704(i)(2)’’, report (including appropriate documentation as the Secretary of the Treasury or the Sec- (B) by striking ‘‘9704(j)(2)(B)’’ in subpara- and actuarial certifications from the plan retary’s delegate, in consultation with the graph (B) and inserting ‘‘9704(i)(2)(B)’’, and actuary, as required by the Secretary of the Secretary of Labor and the Director of the (C) by striking ‘‘9704(j)’’ and inserting Treasury or the Secretary’s delegate) that Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, may ‘‘9704(i)’’. contains— require. (6) Paragraph (4) of section 9712(d) of such ‘‘(I) whether the plan is in endangered or ‘‘(ii) ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION.—The report Code is amended by striking ‘‘9704(j)’’ and in- critical status under section 305 of the Em- required under clause (i) shall be submitted serting ‘‘9704(i)’’. ployee Retirement Income Security Act of electronically. (c) ELIMINATION OF ADDITIONAL BACKSTOP 1974 and section 432 of the Internal Revenue ‘‘(iii) INFORMATION SHARING.—The Sec- PREMIUM.— Code of 1986 as of the first day of such plan retary of the Treasury or the Secretary’s (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (1) of section year; delegate shall share the information in the 9712(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 ‘‘(II) the funded percentage (as defined in report under clause (i) with the Secretary of is amended by striking subparagraph (C). section 432(i)(2) of such Code) as of the first Labor. (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Paragraph day of such plan year, and the underlying ac- ‘‘(iv) PENALTY.—Any failure to file the re- (2) of section 9712(d) of such Code is amend- tuarial value of assets and liabilities taken port required under clause (i) on or before ed— into account in determining such percent- the date described in such clause shall be (A) by striking subparagraph (B), age; treated as a failure to file a report required (B) by striking ‘‘, and’’ at the end of sub- ‘‘(III) the market value of the assets of the to be filed under section 6058(a) of the Inter- paragraph (A) and inserting a period, and plan as of the last day of the plan year pre- nal Revenue Code of 1986, except that section (C) by striking ‘‘shall provide for—’’ and ceding such plan year; 6652(e) of such Code shall be applied with re- all that follows through ‘‘annual adjust- ‘‘(IV) the total value of all contributions spect to any such failure by substituting ments’’ and inserting ‘‘shall provide for an- made during the plan year preceding such ‘$100’ for ‘$25’. The preceding sentence shall nual adjustments’’. plan year; not apply if the Secretary of the Treasury or (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘(V) the total value of all benefits paid the Secretary’s delegate determines that made by this section shall apply to plan during the plan year preceding such plan reasonable diligence has been exercised by years beginning after September 30, 2016. year; the trustees of such plan in attempting to SEC. 19004. CUSTOMS USER FEES. ‘‘(VI) cash flow projections for such plan timely file such report. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 13031(j)(3)(A) of year and either the 6 or 10 succeeding plan ‘‘(G) 1974 UMWA PENSION PLAN DEFINED.— the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconcili- years, at the election of the trustees, and the For purposes of this paragraph, the term ation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c(j)(3)(A)) is assumptions relied upon in making such pro- ‘1974 UMWA Pension Plan’ has the meaning amended by striking ‘‘September 30, 2025’’ jections; given the term in section 9701(a)(3) of the In- and inserting ‘‘May 6, 2026’’. ‘‘(VII) funding standard account projec- ternal Revenue Code of 1986, but without re- (b) RATE FOR MERCHANDISE PROCESSING tions for such plan year and the 9 succeeding gard to the limitation on participation to in- FEES.—Section 503 of the United States– plan years, and the assumptions relied upon dividuals who retired in 1976 and there- Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementa- in making such projections; after.’’. tion Act (Public Law 112–41; 19 U.S.C. 3805

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Ms. WARREN (for herself by or related to the project; and promote competition in the market for drugs and Mr. MERKLEY) submitted an (H) expected objectives and milestones for and biological products by facilitating the amendment intended to be proposed by the project. timely entry of low-cost generic and bio- her to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize and (3) EXISTING DATABASE.—An agency may similar versions of those drugs and biological products. strengthen the tsunami detection, fore- satisfy the requirements under this sub- section if the Director of the Office of Man- (2) Since their enactment in 1984 and 2010, cast, warning, research, and mitigation agement and Budget determines that the respectively, the Drug Price Competition program of the National Oceanic and agency maintains a publicly accessible data- and Patent Term Restoration Act of 1984 Atmospheric Administration, and for base, including a database operated by or (Public Law 98–417; 98 Stat. 1585) and the Bio- other purposes; which was ordered to shared with another agency, that substan- logics Price Competition and Innovation Act lie on the table; as follows: tially meets the requirements of this sub- of 2009 (Subtitle A of title VII of Public Law 111–148; 124 Stat. 804), have provided path- Strike section 3037. section. (c) REQUIREMENT FOR ACKNOWLEDGMENT IN ways for making lower-cost versions of pre- viously approved drugs and previously li- SA 5132. Ms. WARREN submitted an COVERED STUDIES.—The acknowledgment section in each covered study shall include— censed biological products available to the amendment intended to be proposed by people of the United States in a timely man- her to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize and (1) the name of each agency that provided funding for the covered study; ner, thereby lowering overall prescription strengthen the tsunami detection, fore- (2) the project or award number associated drug costs for patients and taxpayers by bil- cast, warning, research, and mitigation with the covered study; and lions of dollars each year. program of the National Oceanic and (3) an estimate of the total cost of the cov- (3) In order for these pathways to function Atmospheric Administration, and for ered study. as intended, developers of generic drugs and other purposes; which was ordered to (d) STUDY.—Not later than 2 years after the biosimilar biological products (referred to in this section as ‘‘generic product developers’’) lie on the table; as follows: date of enactment of this Act, the Comp- troller General of the United States shall must be able to obtain quantities of the ref- Strike section 3033. conduct a study and make publicly available erence listed drug or biological product with which the generic drug or biosimilar biologi- SA 5133. Mr. FLAKE submitted an a report, which shall— (1) analyze the compliance of agencies, cal product is intended to compete (referred amendment intended to be proposed by contractors, subcontractors, and grantees to in this section as a ‘‘covered product’’) for him to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize with the requirements of this division; purposes of supporting an application for ap- and strengthen the tsunami detection, (2) identify any obstacles that remain to proval by the Food and Drug Administra- forecast, warning, research, and miti- prevent the public from accessing the cost tion, including for testing to show that— gation program of the National Oce- and findings of covered studies and other re- (A) a prospective generic drug is bioequiva- lent to the covered product in accordance anic and Atmospheric Administration, search and development projects funded by agencies; and with subsection (j) of section 505 of the Fed- and for other purposes; which was or- eral, Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. (3) analyze efforts by agencies to prevent dered to lie on the table; as follows: 355), or meets the requirements for approval duplicative spending. At the end, add the following: of an application submitted under subsection DIVISION C—FEDERAL RESEARCH SA 5134. Mr. MERKLEY (for himself (b)(2) of that section; or TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY (B) a prospective biosimilar biological and Ms. WARREN) submitted an amend- product is biosimilar to or interchangeable SEC. 20001. SHORT TITLE. ment intended to be proposed by him with its reference biological product under This division may be cited as the ‘‘Federal to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize and section 351(k) of the Public Health Service Research Transparency and Accountability strengthen the tsunami detection, fore- Act (42 U.S.C. 262(k)), as applicable. Act of 2016’’. cast, warning, research, and mitigation (4) For drugs and biological products that SEC. 20002. DEFINITIONS. program of the National Oceanic and are subject to a risk evaluation and mitiga- In this division— Atmospheric Administration, and for tion strategy, another essential component (1) the term ‘‘agency’’ has the meaning in the creation of low-cost generic and bio- given the term in section 551 of title 5, other purposes; which was ordered to similar versions of covered products is the United States Code; and lie on the table; as follows: ability of generic product developers to join (2) the term ‘‘covered study’’ means any Strike sections 5009 and 5011. the manufacturer of the covered product (re- study that— ferred to in this section as the ‘‘license hold- (A) is carried out in whole or in part with SA 5135. Mr. MERKLEY submitted an er’’) in a single, shared system of elements to Federal funds; and amendment intended to be proposed by assure safe use and supporting agreements, (B) is published, presented at a conference him to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize or secure a variance therefrom, as required or meeting, or otherwise made publicly and strengthen the tsunami detection, by section 505–1 of the Federal Food, Drug, available. forecast, warning, research, and miti- and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355–1). SEC. 20003. FEDERALLY FUNDED RESEARCH DIS- gation program of the National Oce- (5) Contrary to the policy of the United CLOSURES AND DATABASE. States to promote competition in the mar- anic and Atmospheric Administration, (a) PREVENTION OF DUPLICATIVE RESEARCH ket for drugs and biological products by fa- FUNDING.—The Director of the Office of Man- and for other purposes; which was or- cilitating the timely entry of lower-cost ge- agement and Budget shall coordinate with dered to lie on the table; as follows: neric and biosimilar versions of those drugs each agency that provides funding to entities Strike sections 5002, 5003, 5004, and 5012 of and biological products, certain license hold- to carry out research and development to es- division A. ers are preventing generic product devel- tablish a system to detect potential duplica- opers from obtaining quantities of the cov- tive applications for funding in order to pre- SA 5136. Mr. LEAHY (for himself, Mr. ered product necessary for the generic prod- vent duplicative funding. GRASSLEY, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, and Mr. uct developer to support an application for (b) DATABASE OF FEDERALLY FUNDED RE- LEE) submitted an amendment in- approval by the Food and Drug Administra- SEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.— tended to be proposed by him to the tion, including testing to show bioequiva- (1) IN GENERAL.—Each agency shall include bill H.R. 34, to authorize and strength- lence, biosimilarity, or interchangeability to in a publicly accessible database a search- the covered product, in some instances based able listing of each unclassified research and en the tsunami detection, forecast, on the justification that the covered product development project that is funded by the warning, research, and mitigation pro- is subject to a risk evaluation and mitiga- agency, including a contract, grant, coopera- gram of the National Oceanic and At- tion strategy with elements to assure safe tive agreement, or task order. mospheric Administration, and for use under section 505–1 of the Federal Food, (2) CONTENTS.—A database described in other purposes; which was ordered to Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355–1). paragraph (1) shall, with respect to each un- lie on the table; as follows: (6) The Director of the Center for Drug classified research and development project Evaluation and Research at the Food and At the end of title III of division A, add the of an agency, contain— Drug Administration has testified that some following: (A) the agency component that is carrying manufacturers of covered products have used out or providing funding or other assistance Subtitle K—CREATES Act REMS and distribution restrictions adopted for the project; SEC. 3201. SHORT TITLE. by the manufacturer on their own behalf as (B) the name of the project; This subtitle may be cited as the ‘‘Creating reasons to not sell quantities of a covered (C) an abstract or summary of the project; and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent product to generic product developers, caus- (D) the funding level for the project; Samples Act of 2016’’ or the ‘‘CREATES Act ing barriers and delays in getting generic (E) the duration of the project; of 2016’’. products on the market. The Food and Drug

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REMS that contains elements to assure safe authorized to obtain sufficient quantities of (9) While the antitrust laws may address use under section 505–1 of the Federal Food, an individual covered product subject to a the refusal by some license holders to pro- Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355–1); REMS with ETASU. vide quantities of a covered product to a ge- (7) the term ‘‘Secretary’’ means the Sec- (ii) AUTHORIZATION.—Not later than 90 days neric product developer, a more tailored retary of Health and Human Services; after the date on which a request under legal pathway would help ensure that ge- (8) the term ‘‘single, shared system of ele- clause (i) is received, the Secretary shall, by neric product developers can obtain nec- ments to assure safe use’’ means a single, essary quantities of a covered product in a shared system of elements to assure safe use written notice, authorize the eligible product timely way for purposes of developing a ge- under section 505–1 of the Federal Food, developer to obtain sufficient quantities of neric drug or biosimilar biological product, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355–1); and an individual covered product subject to a facilitating competition in the marketplace (9) the term ‘‘sufficient quantities’’ means REMS with ETASU for purposes of— an amount of a covered product that allows for drugs and biological products. (I) development and testing that does not the eligible product developer to— (10) The antitrust laws may address ac- involve human clinical trials, if the eligible (A) conduct testing to support an applica- tions by license holders who impede the product developer has agreed to comply with tion— prompt negotiation and development of a any conditions the Secretary determines (i) for approval under subsection (b)(2) or single, shared system of elements to assure necessary; or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, safe use, and the Food and Drug Administra- (II) development and testing that involves and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355); or tion has some authority to waive the re- human clinical trials, if the eligible product (ii) for licensing under section 351(k) of the quirement of a single, shared system. Clearer developer has— Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 262(k)); regulatory authority to approve different (aa)(AA) submitted protocols, informed and systems that meet the statutory require- consent documents, and informational mate- (B) fulfill any regulatory requirements re- rials for testing that include protections ments to ensure patient safety, however, lating to such an application for approval or would limit the effectiveness of bad faith ne- that provide safety protections comparable licensing. to those provided by the REMS for the cov- gotiations over single, shared systems to (b) CIVIL ACTION FOR FAILURE TO PROVIDE ered product; or delay generic approval. At the same time, SUFFICIENT QUANTITIES OF A COVERED PROD- (BB) otherwise satisfied the Secretary that clearer regulatory authority would ensure UCT.— such protections will be provided; and all systems protect patient safety. (1) IN GENERAL.—An eligible product devel- (bb) met any other requirements the Sec- SEC. 3203. ACTIONS FOR DELAYS OF GENERIC oper may bring a civil action against the li- DRUGS AND BIOSIMILAR BIOLOGI- cense holder for a covered product seeking retary may establish. CAL PRODUCTS. relief under this subsection in an appropriate (iii) NOTICE.—A covered product authoriza- tion issued under this subparagraph shall (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section— district court of the United States alleging (1) the term ‘‘covered product’’— that the license holder has declined to pro- state that the provision of the covered prod- (A) means— vide sufficient quantities of the covered uct by the license holder under the terms of (i) any drug approved under subsection (b) product to the eligible product developer on the authorization will not be a violation of or (j) of section 505 of the Federal Food, commercially reasonable, market-based the REMS for the covered product. Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355) or bio- terms. (3) AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSE.—In a civil action logical product licensed under subsection (a) (2) ELEMENTS.— brought under paragraph (1), it shall be an or (k) of section 351 of the Public Health (A) IN GENERAL.—To prevail in a civil ac- affirmative defense, on which the defendant Service Act (42 U.S.C. 262); tion brought under paragraph (1), an eligible has the burden of persuasion by a preponder- (ii) any combination of a drug or biological product developer shall prove, by a prepon- ance of the evidence— product described in clause (i); or derance of the evidence— (A) that, on the date on which the eligible (iii) when reasonably necessary to dem- (i) that— product developer requested to purchase suf- onstrate sameness, biosimilarity, or inter- (I) the covered product is not subject to a ficient quantities of the covered product changeability for purposes of section 505 of REMS with ETASU; or from the license holder— the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (II) if the covered product is subject to a (i) neither the license holder nor any of its (21 U.S.C. 355), or section 351 of the Public REMS with ETASU— agents, wholesalers, or distributors was en- Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 262), as applica- (aa) the eligible product developer has ob- gaged in the manufacturing or commercial ble, any product, including any device, that tained a covered product authorization from marketing of the covered product; and is marketed or intended for use with such the Secretary in accordance with subpara- (ii) neither the license holder nor any of its drug or biological product; and graph (B); and agents, wholesalers, or distributors other- (B) does not include any drug or biological (bb) the eligible product developer has pro- wise had access to inventory of the covered product that the Secretary has determined vided a copy of the covered product author- product to supply to the eligible product de- to be currently in shortage and that appears ization to the license holder; veloper on commercially reasonable, mar- on the drug shortage list in effect under sec- (ii) that, as of the date on which the civil ket-based terms; or tion 506E of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cos- action is filed, the product developer has not (B) that— metic Act (21 U.S.C. 356e), unless the short- obtained sufficient quantities of the covered (i) the license holder sells the covered age will not be promptly resolved— product on commercially reasonable, mar- product through agents, distributors, or (i) as demonstrated by the fact that the ket-based terms; wholesalers; drug or biological product has been in short- (iii) that the eligible product developer has (ii) the license holder has placed no restric- age for more than 6 months; or requested to purchase sufficient quantities of tions, explicit or implicit, on its agents, dis- (ii) as otherwise determined by the Sec- the covered product from the license holder; tributors, or wholesalers to sell covered retary; and products to eligible product developers; and

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(A) IN GENERAL.—If an eligible product de- term ‘‘antitrust laws’’— ‘‘(3) Amend the table of contents in section veloper prevails in a civil action brought (A) has the meaning given the term in sub- 1 so that the item relating to section 1001 under paragraph (1), the court shall— section (a) of the first section of the Clayton reads as follows: Act (15 U.S.C. 12); and (i) order the license holder to provide to ‘‘ ‘1001. Beau Biden Cancer Moonshot and NIH (B) includes section 5 of the Federal Trade the eligible product developer without delay innovation projects.’.’’. sufficient quantities of the covered product Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 45) to the extent on commercially reasonable, market-based that such section applies to unfair methods f terms; of competition. (ii) award to the eligible product developer (2) ANTITRUST LAWS.—Nothing in this sec- ACTION VITIATED—H.R. 5602, S. reasonable attorney fees and costs of the tion shall be construed to limit the oper- 3336, AND CALENDAR NOS. 675 civil action; and ation of any provision of the antitrust laws. THROUGH 683 (iii) award to the eligible product devel- SEC. 3204. REMS APPROVAL PROCESS FOR SUB- oper a monetary amount sufficient to deter SEQUENT FILERS. Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I ask the license holder from failing to provide Section 505–1 of the Federal Food Drug and unanimous consent to vitiate all action other eligible product developers with suffi- Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 355–1) is amended— taken during today’s session of the cient quantities of a covered product on com- (1) in subsection (g)(4)(B)— Senate on H.R. 5602, S. 3336, and Cal- mercially reasonable, market-based terms, if (A) in clause (i) by striking ‘‘or’’ after the the court finds, by a preponderance of the semicolon; endar Nos. 675 through 683. evidence— (B) in clause (ii) by striking the period at The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (I) that the license holder delayed pro- the end and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and objection, it is so ordered. viding sufficient quantities of the covered (C) by adding at the end the following: product to the eligible product developer ‘‘(iii) accommodate different approved risk f without a legitimate business justification; evaluation and mitigation strategies for a or reference drug product and a drug that is the ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, (II) that the license holder failed to comply subject of an abbreviated new drug applica- DECEMBER 6, 2016 with an order issued under clause (i). tion.’’; and Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I ask (B) MAXIMUM MONETARY AMOUNT.—A mone- (2) in subsection (i)(1), by striking subpara- unanimous consent that when the Sen- tary amount awarded under subparagraph graph (B) and inserting the following: ate completes its business today, it ad- (A)(iii) shall not be greater than the revenue ‘‘(B) Elements to assure safe use, if re- that the license holder earned on the covered quired under subsection (f) for the listed journ until 10 a.m., Tuesday, December product during the period— drug. 6; that following the prayer and pledge, (i) beginning on— ‘‘(i) Subject to clause (ii), a drug that is the morning hour be deemed expired, (I) for a covered product that is not subject the subject of an abbreviated new drug appli- the Journal of proceedings be approved to a REMS with ETASU, the date that is 31 cation may use— to date, and the time for the two lead- days after the date on which the license ‘‘(I) a single, shared system with the listed ers be reserved for their use later in holder received the request; or drug under subsection (f); or the day; further, that following leader (II) for a covered product that is subject to ‘‘(II) a different, comparable aspect of the remarks, the Senate resume consider- a REMS with ETASU, the date that is 31 elements to assure safe use under subsection days after the later of— (f). ation of the House message to accom- (aa) the date on which the license holder ‘‘(ii) The Secretary may require a drug pany H.R. 34 postcloture; finally, that received the request; or that is the subject of an abbreviated new all time during adjournment and recess (bb) the date on which the license holder drug application and the listed drug to use a of the Senate count postcloture on the received a copy of the covered product au- single, shared system under subsection (f), if motion to concur. thorization issued by the Secretary in ac- the Secretary determines that no different, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without cordance with paragraph (2)(B); and comparable aspect of the elements to assure objection, it is so ordered. (ii) ending on the date on which the eligi- safe use could satisfy the requirements of ble product developer received sufficient subsection (f).’’. f quantities of the covered product. (C) AVOIDANCE OF DELAY.—The court may SA 5137. Mr. McCONNELL (for him- ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 10 A.M. issue an order under subparagraph (A)(i) be- self and Mr. REID) proposed an amend- TOMORROW fore conducting further proceedings that ment to the concurrent resolution H. Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, if there may be necessary to determine whether the Con. Res. 174, directing the Clerk of the eligible product developer is entitled to an House of Representatives to make a is no further business to come before award under clause (ii) or (iii) of subpara- the Senate, I ask unanimous consent graph (A), or the amount of any such award. correction in the enrollment of H.R. 34; as follows: that it stand adjourned under the pre- (c) LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.—A license vious order. holder for a covered product shall not be lia- Beginning on page 1, line 7, strike ‘‘fol- ble for any claim arising out of the failure of lowing correction:’’ and all that follows and There being no objection, the Senate, an eligible product developer to follow ade- insert the following: at 6:52 p.m., adjourned until Tuesday, quate safeguards to assure safe use of the ‘‘following corrections: December 6, 2016, at 10 a.m.

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PEARLIE EVANS DID MAKE A She joined a cadre of other outstanding HONORING RICHARD COOPER DIFFERENCE women like Gwen Giles, Ruth Porter, Deverne Calloway, Marian Oldham and many others that enabled our group to convince HON. JARED HUFFMAN HON. WM. LACY CLAY many to overcome their political apathy and OF CALIFORNIA OF MISSOURI to reject disgraceful absentee elected offi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cials pretending to represent our interests. Monday, December 5, 2016 Monday, December 5, 2016 I owe a great deal of my political success Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I delivered the fol- to committed and dedicated women like recognition of Richard Cooper, Chief Execu- lowing remarks on behalf of my father, former Pearlie. In my elections to Congress, women managed all of my campaigns: Doris Moore, tive Officer of Mendo Lake Credit Union, who Congressman William (Bill) Clay, at the funeral Gwen Giles, Gwen Reed and Pearlie Evans is retiring after forty years of service to credit of Pearlie Evans on Saturday, November 26, each served as campaign managers in all 16 union members. 2016, in St. Louis, Missouri. of them. Richard Cooper was born in Bend, Oregon, My friendship with Pearlie spans more Pearlie, Virginia Cook, and Gwen Reed and raised in Alaska where he began his long than 50 years. During that time we worked also played a key role in electing my son career at Credit Union One in Anchorage. He together, laughed together, cried together, Lacy Clay to Congress. and raised a lot of hell together. continued his work in southern California until I first met Pearlie Evans in the early 1960s Pearlie journeyed through a career that 2008 when he moved to Mendocino County when a close political associate, Arthur Ken- forced the political system to change the and became the President and Chief Execu- nedy, introduced us. He and I had just helped face of our politics and to provide us with tive Officer at Mendo Lake Credit Union. A.J. Cervantes get elected. The new mayor people who truly voiced our legitimate con- Under Mr. Cooper’s leadership, Mendo Lake cerns. asked me to recommend someone to fill the Credit Union has thrived as a business and position of Commissioner of Social Services. She was always on the picket lines, at the flourished as an award-winning community I invited Pearlie to lunch and offered her sit-ins, in the marches for school equality, the position. She was honored but turned wherever the protests against injustice were partner. Renowned for his civic service, Mr. down the offer—telling me of her deep devo- being waged. She was there to give active Cooper was recognized as the Credit Union tion in helping residents at the Fellowship support in campaigns that changed the land- Times ‘‘Rock Star of the Year’’ in 2016. During Center and Plymouth House. Without any scape of bigoted policies and replaced them his tenure at Mendo Lake Credit Union, it was success, I mentioned that her salary would with opportunities for minorities in St. recognized with ‘‘Desjardins Youth Financial have been twice that at Fellowship Center Louis. Education Award’’ from the Credit Union Na- and help many more people like those at the Plymouth House. Then, I took her to lunch Very few lived their life with the enthu- tional Association in 2014; a ‘‘Trailblazer twice and once to dinner before she agreed. siasm, the commitment, the determination, Award for Serving the Underserved’’ by the Finally, a well-fed Pearlie Evans accepted the gusto of Pearlie. She lived every day Credit Union Times in 2015; and as a ‘‘Cali- the offer and performed exceptionally well in with the intent of giving back to the commu- fornia Small Business Volunteer Program of the position. nity and enhancing the lives of those denied the Year’’ by the Governor’s Office in 2012. Her background in social work, dealing the benefits of humane treatment. In touch- ing their lives, it was a testament to her en- In addition to his many contributions to with grassroots, ghetto residents, allowed these credit unions, Mr. Cooper has dedicated her to develop a realistic grasp of the prob- dearing respect for each individual’s human- lems faced by low-income, unemployed, pov- ity. countless hours as an active board member of erty stricken individuals. She provided the Carol and I join with you in acknowledging the Economic Development and Finance Cor- compassion and know-how in closing the gap that she was an uncommon lady with a phe- poration of Mendocino County, the Mendocino that kept many of them from resolving their nomenal effect on those of us who were Coast Botanical Gardens, the Mendocino Col- woes. graced by her presence. She was something lege Foundation, the Ukiah Senior Center En- Having disdain and contempt for all kinds special, something beautiful, something pre- dowment Fund, and the Ukiah Valley Medical of discrimination and segregation, her agen- cious. Center Community Advisory Council. da was about identifying injustice and re- shaping our society until it adjusted to ac- Although Pearlie would tell us not to shed Richard Cooper’s career is one of dedicated commodate the needs of its underprivileged. tears for her but rather for a world that is service and the highest level of civic engage- When my first District Director left, I suffering the ravages of war, disease, hunger ment. Please join me in congratulating him on asked Pearlie to run my congressional dis- and racism—still, without ignoring her re- his retirement and expressing our deep appre- trict office. But this time I knew better than quest not to shed tears for her passing, we ciation for his outstanding contributions to the are obligated to shed tears for future genera- to invite her to lunch or dinner. She accept- residents of Mendocino County. ed and made an ideal District Director for tions that will never experience the sight of the next 28 years. her doing battle with the giants of society f Perhaps, more than anyone else other than who have profited from exploiting those un- able to fight back. We mourn for those who CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT my wife Carol, Pearlie was able to success- OF MR. STEPHEN MANSTER fully put up with me and all my audacious- will never bear witness to her unyielding ness, my insolence, my sarcasm and my blus- fight against bureaucratic bigots in fighting ter. Her simple response of ‘‘ohhhhhhh, Con- for racial justice. HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN gressman’’ more often than not was the per- Yes, Pearlie, when remembering you, what OF VIRGINIA fect tonic to calm a rough or chaotic situa- you stood for, how much of your mission is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion. She was by my side through good times yet unfulfilled, our tears are justified. We and bad. Her advice and counsel was usually cry today because we will have no more to- Monday, December 5, 2016 sound. morrows with you. But we thank God for all Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Pearlie was also a pioneer in politics who the yesterdays we spent with you. developed a new strategy for advancing the recognize Bowling Green Town Manager Ste- cause of civil rights and enhancing opportu- We remember all of the good you have phen Manster on the occasion of his retire- nities. She ushered in the concept that it done, all of the people you have helped, all of ment from public service. Throughout his forty- was time to stop begging for what was ours the causes you have championed. We take year career, he worked in both local and re- by citizenship and to start demanding rights comfort in the fact that our community, our state and our nation are better as a result of gional levels of government. that were ours by birth. She played a key Mr. Manster was hired by the Town Council role in our developing the political appa- your having been here. ratus capable of delivering lopsided margins We have witnessed in you a towering, in- as Town Manager on January 3, 2006. Before in electing candidates. She had the unique credible, noble, dedicated defender of what’s coming to Bowling Green, he served for nine- ability to attract and surround us with peo- right—so we say in all sincerity—so long, teen years as the Executive Director of the ple of wisdom, vision, integrity and commit- our courageous sister in the struggle for Rappahannock Area Development Commis- ment to racial equality. equal justice—so long! sion (RADCO). During this time he was able

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:53 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K05DE8.001 E05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with REMARKS E1582 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 5, 2016 to work with the Town and Caroline County Mr. Cameron D. Clarke for his impressive aca- during her time there has enjoyed participating extensively, leading to a seamless transition demic achievements and being selected as in the Methodist Women organization. In her into the Town Manager position. one of America’s Rhodes Scholarship winners. spare time, she enjoys reading, collecting an- Stephen holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in It is with honor that I call attention to this out- tiques, cooking, and canning produce from her Sociology from Pennsylvania State University standing young man’s achievements. May he garden. She also has a passion for hybridized and a Degree of Master of City and Regional continue to obtain the success for which he lilies and has even won prizes for them. Es- Planning from Rutgers University. He has also works hard and may he always find purpose ther enjoys a good card game and has been completed extensive graduate work in the and fulfillment in his efforts. a member of the Canasta Card Club for 50 Master of Public Administration program at f years. Virginia Commonwealth University. Please join me in recognizing Esther Louise Mr. Manster’s commitment to public service HONORING ESTHER LOUISE HILL Hill on the occasion of her 100th birthday. ON THE OCCASION OF HER 100TH demonstrates a rare sense of dedication to f duty, and I am pleased to recognize this spe- BIRTHDAY cial occasion. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join IN HONOR OF BULLOCK COUNTY, me in celebrating the career of Mr. Stephen HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER ALABAMA UPON THE 150TH ANNI- Manster. OF MISSOURI VERSARY OF ITS FOUNDING f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF CAMERON D. Monday, December 5, 2016 HON. MARTHA ROBY OF ALABAMA CLARKE, 2017 RHODES SCHOLAR Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to honor Esther Louise Hill. She cele- HON. ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT brated her 100th birthday on Sunday, Decem- Monday, December 5, 2016 OF VIRGINIA ber 4th, 2016. Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Esther Louise Hill was born in Montgomery honor Bullock County, Alabama which today is Monday, December 5, 2016 City, Missouri on December 4, 1916 to Roy celebrating 150 years as a county. Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise and Emma Patterson. She has lived in What is now Bullock County was first inhab- today with great pride to recognize Cameron Jonesburg, Missouri most of her life. Esther ited by Creek Indians who moved westward D. Clarke, a Howard University senior major- married Richard Hill, who is now deceased. from Georgia and began cultivating the rich, ing in biology and community health, who was She graduated from a three-year program in spring-filled land. After the bitter Creek War, awarded a prestigious Rhodes Scholarship for 1938 from Missouri Baptist Hospital School of American settlers brought schools, churches, 2017. Mr. Clarke lives in Richmond, Virginia Nursing as a registered nurse. and mercantile life to complement the thriving and is the fourth student from Howard Univer- Her work experiences were in various divi- agriculture, and the town of Union Springs sity to have received this honor. sions of healthcare: hospitals, industry, and was born. While attending Howard University, Mr. public health. Esther started her career as a After the Civil War, portions of Macon, Clarke engaged in research at the University’s private duty nurse and after a year decided to Montgomery, Barbour and Pike Counties were W. Montague Cobb Research Laboratory, join the Barnes Hospital Nursing Staff. Before brought together to form Bullock County, after which maintains a national repository for Afri- World War II started, Esther moved to Dallas, Confederate Colonel E.C. Bullock. The late can-American skeletal remains. Mr. Clarke Texas. She utilized her nursing degree by 1800s and early 1900s were prosperous for also participated in research at Bahir Dar Uni- working at a substation with North American Bullock County, as railroad connections and versity in Ethiopia through a Howard Univer- Aviation during the war. After the end of the industrialization made the county seat of sity-National Science Foundation grant. As an war, Esther moved back to Missouri and Union Springs an important hub for Alabama Amgen Scholar, he conducted research at the joined the staff at a local nursing home, Katy and the South. National Institutes of Health’s Center for Can- Jane, located in Warrenton, Missouri. Unfortu- That history can still be seen in Bullock cer Research. Mr. Clarke is a certified emer- nately, during her time at Katy Jane, there County today. The National Register of His- gency medical technician (EMT) and is the was a devastating fire which had a profound toric Places, lists 47 homes and businesses lead author on five out of six publications. He effect on Esther. Esther started working as a that have been preserved as standing monu- is co-president of Howard University’s chapter public health nurse through the state of Mis- ments to the past. of the Peer Health Exchange and a news edi- souri, first in Warren County and then moving One hundred and fifty years after its found- tor of The Hilltop, the Howard University stu- to Montgomery County. She was moved by ing, Bullock County is home to fine, hard- dent newspaper. Currently, Mr. Clarke is the loss of life at Katy Jane and realized com- working people that I am proud to represent in among our own here on Capitol Hill as he is monsense steps could have prevented that Congress. an intern for the U.S. House Committee on tragedy. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to acknowl- Science, Space, and Technology. Eventually, Esther obtained the position of edge Bullock County’s sesquicentennial anni- Mr. Clarke is one of 32 men and women se- Institutional Advisory Nurse, covering fifteen versary and celebrate this special date with all lected from U.S. postsecondary institutions counties along the Missouri River. In this posi- those who call Bullock County home. who competed with over 800 applicants to re- tion, Esther taught nursing home caregivers f ceive this award to study at the University of the details of Missouri state law and proce- Oxford in England. With his Rhodes scholar- dures that should be part of nursing home HONORING SUPERINTENDENT JAY ship, Mr. Clarke intends to further his studies care. The Institutional Advisory Nurse position SPECK by pursuing a Master of Science degree with led to a role with the Missouri Department of an emphasis in primary health care. Ulti- Health Licensure Program for Nursing Homes. HON. MIKE THOMPSON mately, Mr. Clarke wants to attend medical With this position, she taught, investigated and OF CALIFORNIA school and work in public health policy and inspected nursing home facilities, and en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES forced licensure laws. Esther worked for the clinical research. Monday, December 5, 2016 ‘‘We are extremely proud of Mr. Clarke’s ac- Visiting Nurse Association for a few years but complishments,’’ said Dr. Wayne Frederick, eventually returned to the Missouri Depart- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, President of Howard University. ‘‘Mr. Clarke’s ment of Health. She ended her nursing career I rise, along with Congressman JOHN academic pursuits will lead to solutions in the with the Missouri Department of Health. Esther GARAMENDI, today to recognize and honor Jay broader society that are needed ever more so appreciates the opportunity she was given to Speck who is retiring after forty years of serv- today. Cameron is the epitome of Howard Uni- have a career that came full circle; from her ice to our community as an educator and ad- versity’s gift of solutions to the world.’’ His days at the Katy Jane Nursing Home where ministrator with the Solano County Office of achievements demonstrate what a person lack of structure allowed for a tragedy, to Education. committed to excellence in truth and service being involved with the adoption of solutions Mr. Speck began his career in education as can obtain when provided the opportunity. He to protect the most vulnerable. In addition to a special education teacher at the elementary exemplifies the best of Howard University and her successful career in nursing, Esther also and secondary levels and has since worked the Commonwealth of Virginia. taught at Tulane University in New Orleans, with Solano County as a program manager, I ask my colleagues in the U.S. House of Louisiana. Esther has been a lifelong member principal, director of special education, and as- Representatives to join me in congratulating of the Jonesburg United Methodist Church and sistant superintendent of human resources.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:53 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K05DE8.003 E05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with REMARKS December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1583 Mr. Speck has served as an outstanding edu- because of Mr. Harris’ work and my commu- PERSONAL EXPLANATION cator and leader in our community and dem- nity in Wisconsin has been strengthened by onstrates a unique and experienced under- the work he and his wife do through We Help HON. KEITH ELLISON standing of our community’s needs. He was War Victims. OF MINNESOTA sworn in for his first term as County Super- Mr. Speaker, please join me today to con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES intendent on January 3, 2011 and was re- gratulate Mr. Harris on his accomplishments Monday, December 5, 2016 elected and sworn in for his second term on and work on behalf of others. His selfless de- January 5, 2015. Mr. Speck is known for his Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, due to other fair-mindedness and his strong belief in the meanor in which he answers the call to serve commitments, I missed the following roll call potential of each individual student to learn in our district is truly valued. votes; had I been present, I would have voted and develop academically. as follows: f Roll call no. 594. I would have voted no. During his career, Mr. Speck pursued train- Roll call no. 595. I would have voted no. ing in interest-based problem solving and col- IN HONOR OF SERGEANT 1ST Roll call no. 596. I would have voted no. lective bargaining to enhance his skills as a CLASS JOHN MIMS Roll call no. 597. I would have vote no. trusted leader, highly skilled problem-solver, Roll call no. 598. I would have voted yes. and ardent collaborator. Mr. Speck has a solid Roll call no. 599. I would have voted no. educational foundation with a Bachelor of Arts HON. RICHARD HUDSON Roll call no. 600. I would have voted no. degree from the University of California, Davis f and holds teaching credentials from both Cali- OF NORTH CAROLINA HONORING MR. JOHN SUTTER fornia State University, Los Angeles and Cali- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fornia State University, Sacramento. Mr. Speck has represented Solano County public Monday, December 5, 2016 HON. BARBARA LEE schools as a member of many organizations OF CALIFORNIA including the California County Superintend- Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ents Educational Services Association, the As- honor the life and legacy of Sergeant 1st Monday, December 5, 2016 sociation of California School Administrators Class John Mims of the 82nd Airborne Divi- Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cele- and the Workforce Investment Board. sion, a World War II veteran and Bataan brate the remarkable life and career of Mr. Mr. Speaker, Superintendent Jay Speck has Death March survivor who passed away on John Sutter, and to congratulate him on his re- served our community with admirable leader- Sunday, November 27, 2016. Sergeant Mims tirement from the Board of Directors of the ship and dedication for forty years. It is fitting was a true American hero and our thoughts East Bay Regional Park District. and proper that we honor him here today and and prayers go out to his friends and family as As an outdoor enthusiast and lifelong resi- extend our best wishes for an enjoyable retire- they mourn the loss of this great man. dent of Oakland, California, John’s life has ment. been dedicated to preserving and protecting When his country needed him the most, it f the environment of California’s Bay Area. was John Mims who answered the call to Throughout his sixty years in public service, HONORING JIM HARRIS OF serve our great nation. After losing his father he has been involved in the conservation of WAUSAU, WI FOR HIS SERVICE when he was young, Mims lied about his age over 35,000 acres of land. TO OTHERS in order to join the Army. At the age of 15, John’s career in public service began in Mims served for nearly a year before the Army 1954 when he became an Alameda County HON. SEAN P. DUFFY discovered his true age and discharged him. deputy district attorney. He stayed in this posi- OF WISCONSIN However, a few short years later Mims re-en- tion until 1965, when he was appointed to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES listed in the Army and headed out to the Phil- Bay Conservation and Development Commis- ippines to begin his training. sion (BCDC) by Governor Pat Brown. Monday, December 5, 2016 John also served as a member of Oakland’s After a year in the Philippines, Mims fought Mr. DUFFY. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to City Council for over a decade from 1971– alongside his brothers in arms in the Battle of stand before you today to recognize Mr. Jim 1982, twice holding the position of vice mayor. Harris of Wausau, Wisconsin for his excep- Bataan which culminated in the surrender of In 1982, John was appointed by Governor tional service to others. 75,000 allied soldiers. The men were then Jerry Brown to serve as a judge on the Ala- Mr. Harris worked for more than 30 years in forced to march 65 miles, without food or meda County Superior Court. He remained a education. First, as a teacher in the Wisconsin water, to a prisoner-of-war camp in the Tarlac judge for 14 years until his election in 1996 to Indian Teacher Corps, where he taught chil- Province in what became known as the Ba- the East Bay Regional Park District Board of dren of the Ho Chunk Tribe, and later as one taan Death March. One of the greatest atroc- Directors. of the first male kindergarten teachers in Wis- ities of the entire war, the men suffered beat- Over John’s illustrious career, he has been consin. Along his journey in education, Mr. ings, endured torture, and witnessed unimagi- directly involved in a variety of community Harris also spent two decades as a school ad- nable horrors as he faced what can only be projects and organizations with special em- ministrator and an activist for public health. described as a living hell. In total more than phasis on preserving the natural environment During his many years of service in edu- 10,000 men died during the trek. of the Bay Area. In the 1950s he was prominently involved in cation, Mr. Harris got to know the children of Following the war, Mims continued his serv- the protection of the San Pablo Reservoir and Hmong Refugees who fled war in their home ice in the Army, returning to Japan from 1952 the foundation of the Martin Luther King, Jr. country to seek a better life in Wisconsin. Our to 1954 as sergeant in charge of the Tokyo Regional Shoreline. In 1961, John was the state has a vibrant Hmong community that Mr. Quartermaster Depot. After he retired in 1963, leader in the campaign that preserved Oak- Harris has grown close to. He founded We he returned home where he worked in a rug land’s Snow Park. Help War Victims, a nonprofit organization, factory and a curtain company. Living in Aber- In addition to his elected and appointed po- with his wife, Marty, also a public school edu- deen, North Carolina, he became an advocate sitions, John was a founding board member of cator. Founded over 30 years ago, We Help for other veterans and was a constant pres- the Greenbelt Alliance; and he has served as War Victims has been working with refugee ence at ceremonies remembering his fallen a board member for the Alameda County Solid families in the Wausau, Wisconsin area, pro- comrades. His work in the community made Waste Management Authority, Oakland Char- viding dozens of Lao schools with their first li- certain that the memories of those lost were ter Revision Committee, Oakland Cultural Af- braries, and helping families receive access to not forgotten, and it is that legacy which we fairs Commission, Chabot Space and Science medical care. celebrate today. While we may have lost this Center, Save the Bay, Alameda County Bar Since 2006, his organization has been work- great man, his legacy will live on and we will Association, California Democratic Council, ing with villagers in Laos to destroy land never forget the sacrifices made by Sergeant Oakland Citizens Committee for Urban Re- mines, bombs, rockets, mortars, and other newal, and the Metropolitan YMCA. Mims or any of those who fought to protect unexploded ordnance. Mr. Harris’ example di- On behalf of the residents of California’s rectly inspired me to fight for this cause in our freedoms against unimaginable dangers. 13th Congressional District, I wish to congratu- Congress and his advice has directly affected Mr. Speaker, please join me today in com- late Mr. John Sutter on a well-deserved retire- the focus of my efforts. Countless farmers and memorating the life of Sergeant 1st Class ment, and thank him for his many years of families across Laos live in safer communities John Mims for his service to God and country. service to our community.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:53 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05DE8.001 E05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with REMARKS E1584 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 5, 2016 PERSONAL EXPLANATION many years of service to my home state of All is Bright Connecticut. For ten years, Mr. Andrew May- And we will hear you on the wind HON. ED PERLMUTTER nard has served as State Senator for the And we will sleep in Heavenly Peace state’s 18th Senate district, which includes As we awake knowing you are watching over OF COLORADO us as where you’ve been Until, we meet Griswold, Groton, Stonington, Plainfield, Pres- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES you once again in heaven where all is ton, North Stonington, Sterling and Voluntown. bright Monday, December 5, 2016 His retirement at the end of his term will con- And your Brothers and Sisters in Arms will Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, on No- clude a distinguished career of public service live a good life vember 30, 2016, I was incorrectly recorded that began at the local level many years ago For you their best friend by remembering as voting ‘‘Nay’’ on H.R. 5047, the Protecting as a borough warden in the Town of your light Silent Night Veterans’ Educational Choice Act of 2016. I Stonington. Andy has been a powerful voice Holy Night All is Calm wish to reflect my intentions on roll call No. for southeastern Connecticut, earning the re- spect of both Democratic and Republican col- All is Bright 591, as a ‘‘Yea’’ vote. All because of The Men and Women of The f leagues and serving as the Deputy Majority Armed Forces, and Their Families who Leader for the Senate Democrats since 2011. fight the fight HONORING JOHN D. PRIDNIA Andy currently serves as chair of the Trans- All is Bright portation Committee, and a member of the In- Sleep in Heavenly Peace HON. CANDICE S. MILLER ternship and Program Review & Investigation Amen OF MICHIGAN Committees. He also served as chair of the f Select Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of the Environment Committee. PROTECTING VETERANS’ Monday, December 5, 2016 Andy’s unwavering advocacy for our region’s EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ACT OF 2016 Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I natural resources and tourist attractions SPEECH OF rise today to recognize John D. Pridnia, loving brought to life the long-delayed Thames River husband, proud father and grandfather, and Heritage Park and secured millions of dollars HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN pillar of our community. for expansion at the Mystic Seaport, our na- OF MARYLAND In search of a better life for his family, John tion’s leading maritime museum. Andy under- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES moved to Northeast Michigan becoming a stood the integral role of tourism, not only Tuesday, November 29, 2016 small business owner. Over the next 10 years, within the state, but within our region. It was he became a successful businessman, pas- this understanding that guided his leadership Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I submit sionate about building, developing, and cre- as he fought to secure the crucial funding this statement in support of H.R. 5047, the ating new ideas, businesses, and adventures. need to dredge the Mystic River and spear- Protecting Veterans’ Educational Choice Act of After raising his three children, he looked to head the Connecticut Treasures program. 2016. I will be unable to submit my recorded a life of public service. He served two terms Our region will miss Andy’s advocacy on the vote but I fully support this legislation that en- as a State Representative and two terms as a floor of the State Senate, but I am sure he will sures that veterans will not be unwittingly ex- State Senator where he served as the Chair- remain a strong and respected voice in his ploited by deceptive recruiters. man of the Senate Health Policy Committee. community. A true gentleman, Andy brought a H.R. 5047 is a bipartisan bill that reinforces Passionate about promoting business, encour- thoughtful, civilized tone in his campaigns for our commitment to the success of our service aging tourism, and promoting conservation, office and his bipartisan camaraderie which members, on and off the battlefield. The bill John was respected by his colleagues on both characterized his style in office. I ask my col- requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to sides of the isle. leagues to join me in thanking Andy for his supply all information regarding articulation Upon retiring from the legislature, John mar- tenure as an accomplished public servant, and agreements to service members who wish to ried his wife of 19 years Lisa Dailey. Living in wish him well in his future endeavors. use their VA education benefits. The bill will the small community of Port Austin, their fam- f inform service members, in advance, if and ily grew to include five beautiful grandchildren ALL IS BRIGHT how they can transfer credits and avoid unwit- and three great-grandchildren. tingly misusing their VA education benefits. In the close-knit community of Port Austin, In 2010, Congress passed the Post-9/11 John was passionate about beautifying and HON. PETE SESSIONS Veterans Education Assistance Improvements OF TEXAS developing the harbor and waterfront, creating Act which expanded educational benefits to in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spaces the entire community could come to- clude more service members and allows them gether and enjoy, such as a thriving local Monday, December 5, 2016 to use their benefits to receive not only tradi- farmer’s market. Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tional degrees but also apprenticeships, voca- Mr. Speaker, we can all agree that the tradi- honor of The Armed Forces and Their Fami- tional training certifications, and on-the-job tion of giving back to our communities is lies on this Christmas and Holiday Season, training. This expansion was vital in providing something that makes our nation unique, one with a poetic tribute by Albert Carey Caswell. access to a variety of educational platforms that makes this country the greatest in the Let us remember their selfless sacrifice, and but some for-profit institutions focused on re- world and this was a spirit that John embodied give a prayer of thanks for those who are sep- cruiting and scamming service members out of throughout his entire career and life. More im- arated by death and distance this Christmas. their benefits. H.R. 5047 provides education portantly, he has served as an example for fu- Silent Night career counseling to make sure service mem- ture generations, instilling in them the impor- Holy Night bers are informed of their options. tance of giving back to the communities and As a magnificent hero lays down their life all f country who have given us all so much. is Bright I ask that my colleagues join me today in As our Lord smiles at their light all is Calm RECOGNIZING ROB AUSTRIAN AND honoring John for his lifelong contributions to All is Bright MONICA MOSIMANN Way up in heaven where your soul took the 10th District of the great State of Michigan, flight! Round Yon Virgin Mother and our children, and the future of this country. Child HON. KEN BUCK f While, all in her tears your Mother so re- OF COLORADO members your smile Holy Infant so IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN HONOR OF SENATOR ANDREW tender and mild MAYNARD UPON HIS RETIREMENT As once all in your Mother’s arms the while Monday, December 5, 2016 Now sleep in heavenly peace my child Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- HON. JOE COURTNEY As your war is over my Daughter, my Son ognize Rob Austrian and Monica Mosimann Silent Night for their hard work and dedication to the peo- OF CONNECTICUT Holy Night IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As your family and your loved ones so miss ple of Colorado’s Fourth District as interns in my Washington, D.C. office for the Fall of Monday, December 5, 2016 you this night Silent Night But, your new battle has just begun 2016. Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today As an Angel in The Army of Our Lord, my The work of this young man and woman to thank an outstanding public servant for his Daughter my Son All is Calm has been exemplary, and I know they will

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TURNER sula and continued to fight valiantly. at the end of his internship, and I have re- OF OHIO Among these brave soldiers is Dominador cently hired Monica as a Staff Assistant in my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Soriano, a resident of San Antonio, Texas, D.C. office. I wish them both the best as they Monday, December 5, 2016 who fought as a member of both the Phil- pursue their respective career paths. Mr. ippine and United States Armies. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Rob Aus- Mr. TURNER. Mr. Speaker, as the co-Chair- He was drafted into the Philippine Army in trian and Monica Mosimann for their service man of the Congressional Romania Caucus 1938 and then inducted into the U.S. Army in the last several months to the people of Colo- and as the former President of the North At- the Far East on September 1, 1941. rado’s 4th district. lantic Treaty Organization Parliamentary As- Under the leadership of General Douglas f sembly, I congratulate Romania on its Great MacArthur, Soriano commanded the Echo Union Day. Romania is celebrating the anni- Company of the 83rd Infantry Regiment, keep- HONORING CITY OF REFUGE UCC versary of its unification on December 1, 1918. ing watch on Japanese ships moving through Romania is a loyal U.S. and NATO ally. Ro- the Tanon Strait. HON. BARBARA LEE mania and the United States work closely to- During the Japanese invasion he was shot OF CALIFORNIA gether to confront a host of global challenges, and in July of 1944 was captured, beaten and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES including through our joint efforts to bolster re- then released, but could barely walk. gional defense, halt nuclear proliferation, and Monday, December 5, 2016 Soriano continued working with the resist- increase energy security. With the signing of ance until the surrender of the Japanese on Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the U.S.-Romania Ballistic Missile Defense August 15, 1945. the City of Refuge UCC upon its 25th anniver- Agreement in September 2011, Romania es- Recently, the city of San Antonio honored sary for its legacy of promoting community tablished itself as a key strategic partner in Soriano and other Filipino veterans with a res- building, inclusion, and faith in the Bay Area. NATO’s emerging missile defense capabilities olution that recognized their efforts during First established in San Francisco, the City effort. The Missile Defense Interceptor site at World War II and supported legislation to of Refuge was founded in 1991 by a group of Deveselu Air Base near the Bulgarian border, award these courageous men the Congres- primarily gay and lesbian Christians with the which became operational in May 2016, now sional Gold Medal. goal of establishing a church that did not ad- provides missile defense protection to our al- The resolution is the first of its kind by any here to the exclusion of people based on gen- lies in Europe and the Middle East. city in the United States, and I believe that it der or sexual orientation. Three years later in Tragically, ongoing events in Ukraine are is time for Congress to follow suit. 1994, the City of Refuge joined the United unsettling the region and testing the trans- These brave Filipino soldiers answered Church of Christ (UCC) and became incor- atlantic alliance. As you know, Russia seeks President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s call to serve porated with over 5,000 churches worldwide to once again destabilize much of Eastern Eu- in World War II and they deserve the highest working to uphold the denomination’s commit- rope and restore influence over territories lost award that we can give, for there is no higher ment to social justice. following the collapse of the Soviet Union. duty than putting one’s life on the line for free- Founder and Senior Pastor Reverend Dr. That is why it is critically important for the dom and country. Yvette A. Flunder has been nationally recog- United States, Romania, and other European For these reasons, Mr. Speaker, I rise in nized for her work to promote the inclusion of allies to continue to work together to strength- support of S. 1555 the ‘‘Filipino Veterans of gay and lesbian parishioners and to minister en the transatlantic alliance and bolster re- World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act of to their specific needs. In response to the gional security. 2015.’’ AIDS epidemic, Rev. Dr. Flunder established The strategic partnership between the f the Ark of Refuge, a non-profit organization United States and Romania has greatly ad- that provided direct services to homeless and vanced our common interests in promoting PERSONAL EXPLANATION low-income individuals, and also created the transatlantic and regional security and free Hazard-Ashley House and Walker House in market opportunities. Our partnership should HON. MIA B. LOVE Oakland as a means to provide housing serv- continue to foster greater economic and cul- OF UTAH ices, education, and training for people af- tural exchanges, trade and investment, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fected by HIV/AIDS. In 2000, she created the social contacts. Fellowship of Affirming Ministries, a network of Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to Monday, December 5, 2016 more than 100 primarily African American join me in celebrating Romania’s Great Union Mrs. LOVE. Mr. Speaker, I submit the fol- churches around the world that work to pro- Day. lowing remarks regarding my absence from mote ‘‘radical inclusivity’’, whereby the ministry f votes which occurred on December 2, 2016. A is open to all without prejudice or discrimina- member of my immediate family experienced tion. FILIPINO VETERANS OF WORLD a medical crisis out of state, and I traveled to In 2013 the City of Refuge UCC relocated to WAR II CONGRESSIONAL GOLD support him. As a result, I missed votes for Oakland. Through the hard work and dedica- MEDAL ACT OF 2015 the day. tion of the ministry, staff, and congregation, f community members and in particular women, SPEECH OF immigrants, and those who identify as LGBTQ, HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE MR. ANTHONY XUEREB have found a safe space for self-expression, OF TEXAS belonging, and religious participation. Through IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. LEE M. ZELDIN the Church’s various ministries, this commu- Wednesday, November 30, 2016 OF NEW YORK nity provides support for those needing help IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES addressing substance abuse, homelessness, Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in HIV/AIDS treatment, and environmental jus- support of S. 1555, the ‘‘Filipino Veterans of Monday, December 5, 2016 tice. World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act of Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On behalf of California’s 13th Congressional 2015.’’ pay a special tribute to Mr. Anthony Xuereb. District, I would like to congratulate the City of S. 1555 honors the brave Filipino soldiers Anthony was born in Malta, and he had al- Refuge UCC on this important milestone, and who courageously fought for freedom in World ways yearned to come to the United States to thank the community for the many valuable War II by awarding the highest honor that this make a better life for himself. He came to this services that they provide to those in need. I Congress can bestow. country in 1934 during the Great Depression wish the congregation continued success in More than 260,000 Filipino veterans, 18,000 and struggled mightily to survive the terrible upholding its commitment to social justice and of who are still alive today, who for decades economic and social conditions of the time. He

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that teaches students marketable and useful STEM skills empowering students in future During World War II, he applied for military Monday, December 5, 2016 service, but unfortunately he lost most of his learning as well as career opportunities. Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I hearing in his left ear due to a diving accident Through the collaboration of Superintendent rise today to honor an outstanding educator, he suffered from, and was unable to serve. Jones’ visionary leadership, the help of a sup- Superintendent Nathaniel Jones of the Metro- Anthony still wanted to contribute to the coun- portive board, dedicated administrators, ex- politan School District of Pike Township. Su- try in whatever way possible, so he volun- traordinary teachers, and engaged parents, perintendent Jones is retiring after 43 years of teered for civilian duty as an Air Raid Warden Pike Township schools have become a more exceptional service to students and the com- and served in this position until the end of the positive learning environment where student munity. The people of the Fifth Congressional war. Air Raid Wardens were vital in ensuring achievement continues to soar. District of Indiana are forever grateful for Su- the safety of everyone in the neighborhood Throughout his career Superintendent Jones perintendent Jones’ contributions and commit- and he did not take his role lightly. He re- has received numerous awards that recognize ment to the students of the Pike Township turned to Malta in 1948, met the love of his the accomplishments and contributions he has School District and to our Hoosier community. life, and returned to the United States to start made to education in our community. From In- Superintendent Jones is an Indianapolis na- their new life together. diana University he received two ‘‘Distin- tive. He received his formal education from the guished Alumni Awards’’. In 1996, he earned Anthony’s exemplary life of service was mo- Indianapolis Public School (IPS) system. After the Milken Award, which aims to grant funds tivated and fueled by his love of God, family, graduating high school Superintendent Jones to accomplished mid-career educators. He re- and country. He was a humble man who lived went to Indiana University where he pursued ceived the Achiever Award from the Center for on a modest income and was very proud of his interest in education. Upon completion of Leadership, is a recipient of a Sagamore of his service as an Air Raid Warden. The serv- his B.S. in Elementary Education, he returned the Wabash Award, has received a Congres- ice these dedicated civilians provided was vital to IPS where he taught elementary school as sional Salute, and he received two District of in keeping civilians safe. It is important we ac- well as adult education classes for five years. Distinction awards. He was selected as one of knowledge people like Anthony, who dedi- He returned to IUPUI to earn his M.S. in Edu- the 100 top administrators in North America by cated their services to a nation in need during cation as well as an Administrative Certificate. the ‘‘Executive Educator’’ and has received a time of war. In honor and memory of An- In 1978, Superintendent Jones was named over 60 local, state, and national awards for thony Xuereb and all who served, and con- Assistant Principal to John Strange Elemen- his leadership and innovative approach to tinue to serve, our great nation, I would like to tary School of the Metropolitan School District educating students, teachers, and the commu- take this opportunity to recognize his devotion of Washington Township, and shortly there- nity. His award winning work is well regarded to our country. after in 1980 he was named Principal of Dela- not only from these institutions but from his ware Trail Elementary, at age 27, making him peers and fellow educators. He has been in- f one of the youngest principals in the state of vited to conduct and participate in numerous SUPPORT OF H.R. 4665, THE OUT- Indiana. He served the Washington Township conferences throughout the United States. In DOOR RECREATION JOBS AND School system in a variety of positions over 25 addition, he is a lifetime member of the ECONOMIC IMPACT ACT years; he served Washington Township as NAACP and in 2011 he was featured in the Principal, Director of Elementary Education, ‘‘Education Executive Publication’’ as a Trend- and as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum setter, and in a Who’s Who in ‘‘Black Indian- HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI and Instruction. His leadership proved truly apolis’’. OF OREGON transformational as every school he led as Superintendent Jones continues to serve Principal attained state and national recogni- the community through his roles on numerous IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion for academic achievement. In 1982, he boards. He currently sits on the Board of Di- Monday, December 5, 2016 earned his Education Specialist Degree in rectors for American Heart Association, he School Administration from Indiana University, was the Chair for National Council on Edu- Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Bloomington and in 1994 his Superintendent cating Black Children Conference in 2015, and support of H.R. 4665, the Outdoor Recreation Certification. In 2003, he became the first Afri- he was the Board Chairman for Conner Prairie Jobs and Economic Impact Act, introduced by can American to accept the role of Super- in 2011. In 2008, he served on the Indianap- my friend from Virginia, Congressman BEYER. intendent for the Metropolitan School District olis Marion-County Public Library Board of Di- I am proud to be a cosponsor of this legisla- of Pike Township and the first African Amer- rectors and the Teachers’ Treasures Board of tion to highlight the importance of the outdoor ican IPS graduate to be a Superintendent in Directors. He was the coordinator for the Lilly recreation economy. the state of Indiana. Initiative supported by the Lilly Endowment in In Oregon, we know how important the out- Superintendent Jones has been instru- 2000 through 2003. He was on the State Advi- door industry is to our economy. Northwest mental in creating positive change in each of sory Committee on Textbook Adoption in 2001 Oregon businesses like Keen, Columbia the school systems he has served. Pike High through 2003. Sportswear, and Nike have thrived and School in particular has made monumental I am proud to thank Superintendent Jones brought thousands of jobs to our communities. strides under Superintendent Jones’ leader- for his service in helping the students of Pike Surveys conducted by the Outdoor Industry ship. Pike High School has one of the most Township graduate from high school with the Association in 2012 show that, in my home successful pre-collegiate programs in Indiana essential skills necessary to be confident, cre- state, the industry contributes 141,000 direct with over 85 percent of students attending ative, productive, and prosperous in college, jobs, $4.0 billion in wages and salaries, and post-secondary institutions upon graduating careers, and life. He has always put the needs $12.8 billion in consumer spending annually. from high school and has a graduation rate of of students first throughout his educational ca- Nationwide, outdoor recreation generates over 91 percent. In 2005, the Standard & reer and truly enriched the lives of so many. $646 billion in consumer spending every year. Poor’s ratings recognized Pike High School for He takes great pride in addressing the indi- The climbers, hikers, hunters, and anglers significantly narrowing the Black-white and vidual needs of the children he serves. Super- who are passionate about the outdoors spend Hispanic-white achievement gaps. During Su- intendent Jones never overlooked the fact that time and money in hotels, campgrounds, res- perintendent Jones’ tenure the number of his students come to him from a variety of taurants, and stores in nearby communities, scholarships and grants received by Pike stu- backgrounds, possessing individual gifts, tal- providing an economic boost for local econo- dents has grown tremendously. Pike High ents, challenges and dreams. On behalf of all mies. They also purchase necessary attire, School boasts the highest number of Gates Hoosiers and the nation, I’d like to congratu- gear, and footwear from innovative businesses Scholars in Indiana. Superintendent Jones late Superintendent Nathaniel Jones on his to help them reach the summit, catch fish, and also implemented the STEM Center and success and wish him, his wife Cynthia, two enjoy our nation’s natural treasures. spearheaded major construction and renova- children, and their families all the best as Su- I am proud to support the Outdoor Recre- tion of many facilities, and earned over $75 perintendent Jones enjoys a well-deserved re- ation Jobs and Economic Impact Act. million in Federal Competitive Grants from tirement.

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No. 594, YEA on Roll Call No. 595, YEA on BBQ, and football—these are just some of the I am incredibly proud of the students of the Roll Call No. 596, YEA on Roll Call No. 597, things Texans love dearly. From high school Atascocita and Klein Collins High School foot- and NAY on Roll Call No. 598. football to college football, Texans will come ball teams for their successes this season. It out to every game no matter what the tem- is great to see students in my district rep- f perature and weather are. Our commitment to resent us so well with their hard work and tal- our football teams is so strong that preachers ent. I look forward to their upcoming games HONORING MR. DOUG SIDEN will find a way to mention the local team in and seeing them succeed and exceed expec- their sermons and make sure you get home tations for years to come. Best of luck at State HON. BARBARA LEE just in time to watch the game with friends and Semi-Finals. OF CALIFORNIA family. And that’s just the way it is. Football is a very special part of the culture f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Texas. From the stadiums to the food to the MERCHANT MARINE OF WORLD Monday, December 5, 2016 different student clubs that gather in the sta- WAR II CONGRESSIONAL GOLD diums, football games unite Texans. The Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor MEDAL ACT the invaluable service to our community from bands, the drill teams, the cheerleading the leadership of Mr. Doug Siden, and to con- teams, the students that form it all—they are SPEECH OF gratulate him on his retirement from the East an extraordinary group that make the culture HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Bay Park District Board of Directors. and character of Texas so unique in the United States. More than just uniting families OF TEXAS Mr. Siden has served for the past 24 years IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the East Bay Regional Park District and friends, football allows our community to Wednesday, November 30, 2016 (EBRPD) Board. During his tenure, Mr. Siden share in the joy of victory and the sadness of recognized the importance that the East Bay temporary defeat; it teaches our children to Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Parks play in the lives of so many local resi- keep working hard for their goals both individ- express my strong support for the bipartisan dents, and has worked tirelessly to provide ac- ually and with their teammates. H.R. 2992, the ‘‘Merchant Marine of World cess and an enjoyable experience for visitors Although professional and college football War II Congressional Gold Medal Act,’’ intro- to all of the District’s 66 locations. receive the most national attention, high duced by my colleague, Congresswoman school football is just as important in Texas. I As an EBRPD Board member, he worked SUSAN BROOKS of Indiana. still remember going to my son’s football diligently to help EBRPD pass Measures CC I stand to recognize every service member games, from his start at pee-wee leagues to and WW to support and expand the system. who has dedicated his or her life to the protec- his career playing for my alma mater, Abilene At $500 million, Measure WW was the largest tion of this nation and the world. Christian University. Those memories make The Merchant Marines of World War II were bond measure ever awarded to a local district me even more proud to say that two high vital in the collective effort to defeat the Axis to acquire and develop new parks, and it schools in my district have met their goals and powers. helped the Park District meet the increasing broken records this season. Serving our military as a distributor, Mer- demand to preserve open space for recreation Atascocita High School is fighting for a chant Marine fleets carry imports and exports and wildlife habitat. chance to compete in the state championship. during peacetime and become a naval auxil- Mr. Siden served for many years on the Last year they had a record-setting playoff iary during wartime, delivering troops and East Bay Economic Development Alliance’s run, reaching the Region II–6A Division I final. needed war supplies and materials. Executive Board, was a founding member and This year, they raised the bar even higher. Many Merchant Marines have sacrificed served as a chairperson of the Martin Luther With the outstanding sportsmanship of their their lives, perishing at the highest rate of cas- King Freedom Center in Oakland, and led the players, the football team of Atascocita High ualties of any service members, sometimes as fight to establish the Alameda County Creek School has exceeded expectations. I know high as 1 in 24 in any given mission. and Watershed Symposium. Additionally, dur- how proud the players, their parents, and their During World War II, a total of 1,554 ships ing his career he has served on the advisory school must be. Ranking at Number 18 in the were sunk by German U-boats, including 733 committees of the Golden Gate National state, the Eagles have some of the most ships weighing over 1,000 gross tons. Recreation Area and Pt. Reyes National Sea- promising players on their team. One hundred forty Merchant Marines have shore. Quarterback Daveon Boyd, now a senior, been awarded the Distinguished Service Mr. Siden is also a longtime Rotarian and has received four awards throughout his high Medal, the Merchant Marine’s highest honor, has served as a Baptist minister for over six school football career. He has surpassed the seven of whom were cadet graduates from the decades. He directed a youth camp for Baptist national average in number of yards, yards U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Churches of the West for 20 years, and led per game, touchdown passes, completion per- Mr. Speaker, I support H.R. 2992 which the effort to establish year-round camps in centage, attempts, and interceptions. This honors those civilians who answered the call Santa Cruz and near Lake Tahoe. He holds season alone, he’s had a 63 percent pass rate to serve our nation in the United States Mer- an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for 4,139 yards and 46 touchdowns. chant Marines during World War II. from the American Baptist Seminary of the But Boyd is not the only outstanding player f West for his leadership. in Atascocita High School. Samuel Cosmi, the GEORGIA DAY OF CODE On a personal note, Doug has been a long- offensive tackle, is a University of Houston time friend and partner in the East Bay, and pledge. Defensive tackles De’Marius Brooks HON. BARRY LOUDERMILK I greatly appreciate his leadership and coun- and Kendrix Burford, along with defensive OF GEORGIA sel. I wish him well on this new chapter of his backs Justin Campbell, Alerick Soularie, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life. Travian Blaylock give the Eagles an edge in On behalf of the residents of California’s size and speed. Monday, December 5, 2016 13th Congressional District, I congratulate Mr. Another high school in my district, Klein Col- Mr. LOUDERMILK. Mr. Speaker, computer Doug Siden on a well-deserved retirement. lins, won its first regional semi-finals at technology dominates our ever-evolving world. We honor his tireless support of open space, Baylor’s McLane Stadium in the Division II Re- As we continue moving towards a society de- parks, and healthy recreation, and also for his gion II–6A playoffs. While all the players have pendent on communicating through our tech- vision of a more ideal world in which all can done outstanding work, senior running back nical devices, the need for qualified people in enjoy and benefit from these natural treasures. D’Anthony Doyle rushed 167 yards and got a the STEM fields is rapidly growing.

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Two young children were Georgia’s Day of Code, during Computer held hostage inside the house, being used as Monday, December 5, 2016 Science Education week, is a great way to human shields. His partner returned fire, tak- place coding in the public eye. We must con- Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ing the wife to safety. Gutierrez was shot mul- tinue to promote this important vocation, and pay special tribute to Master Sergeant Michael tiple times, his life taken away by a vicious engage in our communities to advance tech- Thomas Donohue, in appreciation of his 30 criminal. nology development. years of meritorious service in the United Gutierrez gave his life to protect the young The need for those in the technology field is States Army, Navy, Navy Reserve, and New and innocent. As a veteran of the Department vast and, in Georgia alone, employers post York Army National Guard. since 1999, 45-year-old Gutierrez was a hundreds of IT-related jobs every day, which Throughout his military career, Master Ser- model police officer. Each day he got up, put shows how promising the future is for profes- geant Donohue has served with honor and on the uniform and badge and dedicated him- sionals entering this field. Georgia’s Day of distinction in numerous positions, from Aircraft self to his profession and community. He is Code encourages educators, parents, and pol- Handler and Tank Mechanic, to Intelligence now the 132nd officer to die in the line of duty icy makers to promote STEM-focused careers Analyst and Operations NCOIC, culminating this year alone. At least eight of these deaths to students across the state. We must con- with his service as a Senior Maintenance Su- occurred while responding to reports of do- tinue to advance and innovate in the tech- pervisor for the 42nd CAB. His unwavering mestic disturbance and violence. Hundreds of individuals came to honor nology sector, and what better way to do that dedication to duty and unparalleled profes- Gutierrez as he made his way from the hos- than to invest in our next generation. sionalism has consistently earned the respect of subordinates, peers, and superiors alike. pital to the medical examiner’s office. The hos- An innovative and relentless troubleshooter, pital was surrounded by fellow officers stand- f his vast technical knowledge greatly aided in ing in support of their fallen brother. The King COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF his Brigade’s success while deployed in sup- County Sheriff’s Department ordered all Depu- RAMONA NEILL port of Operation Iraqi Freedom 08–09. His ties to wear mourning bands in honor of the experience, gained from serving in two combat fallen peace officer. deployments in support of Operation Iraqi The needless murder of our officers is abso- HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, lutely unacceptable. These men and women OF IDAHO proved invaluable as he mentored junior non- work tirelessly, day in and day out trying to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commissioned officers and officers on a wide make a difference. It is time to put an end to spectrum of operational and technical topics, the needless murder of our peace officers. Monday, December 5, 2016 increasing their readiness for deployment and Congress must stand up for those who work Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, Ramona ultimately, unit effectiveness. His long and il- to protect the rest of us. The men and women (Johnnie) North Neill of Blackfoot, Idaho lustrious career has been marked by humility behind the badge are some of America’s best. passed away at the age of 88 on December and service, and reflects great credit upon Officer Reginald ‘‘Jake’’ Gutierrez’s life may 4, 2016 at the Gables of Blackfoot Assisted himself, the New York Army National Guard, be gone, but his memory serves as a re- Living and Memory Center. Mona was born United States Army, and United States Navy. minder of all those who gave their lives for the September 6, 1928 and raised in Kirksville, MSG Donohue’s deployments include Oper- thin blue line. Missouri to Oscar and Zelma Jewell North. ation El Dorado Canyon (USN, 1986), Oper- And that’s just the way it is. She lived there until the age of six when the ation Ernest Will (USN, 1988), multiple natural f family moved to Blackfoot, and attended grade disasters (1997–2012), Counter Drug oper- COMMEMORATING WORLD AIDS school, junior high, followed by graduating ations (1998–2001), World Trade Center DAY 2016 from high school in 1946. (2001), OIF (2008–2009), and OEF (2012– In December 1949 she met the love of her 2013). He provided mentorship and leadership and skillfully groomed the next generation of HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE life: James (Jimmy) K. Neill who was an Em- OF TEXAS leaders, which resulted in the Soldier and ployee of Idaho Power Company and was part IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the Mobile Line Crew that was upgrading NCO Warrior of the Year competitions for the Monday, December 5, 2016 the Electrical Power Grid in Blackfoot. Their Aviation Brigade in 2009, 2010, and 2011 and relationship quickly blossomed and they were New York State Soldier of the Year in 2011. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, World married on May 26, 1950 in Winnemucca, Ne- His faithfulness through these times was and AIDS Day affords us an opportunity to reflect vada. From there, Jim and Mona lived pri- is a testimony for others to follow, and I would on our progress in the fight against the global marily in Boise, Idaho until they moved perma- like to take this opportunity to recognize his AIDS pandemic and to rededicate ourselves to nently to Blackfoot, Idaho in the summer of devotion to our country. ending the disease once and for all. 1956 where she lived at the family home on f We have come a long way since the first Riverton Road up to the time that her health World AIDS Day in 1988 by dramatically ex- THE THIN BLUE LINE: OFFICER panding investments in HIV/AIDS prevention, forced her to move last year. REGINALD GUTIERREZ Mona enjoyed outdoors trips with her hus- care, treatment, and research. Strong advocacy has paved the way for the band and children, attending every scout, Ryan White Act, the Housing Opportunities for school, sports activity of her sons and the HON. TED POE People with AIDS Initiative, growing invest- grandchildren residing in Blackfoot as well as OF TEXAS ments in NIH research, and an end to the ban visiting or following the adventures of her two IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, December 5, 2016 on federal funds for syringe exchange. grandchildren in Washington state. Beyond our borders, our efforts have ex- Mona is survived by her sons: David K. Neill Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, our men tended care to millions in the developing (Marie Carter, deceased), Blackfoot, Kim O. and women in blue are the best we have. world, through increased resources for Neill (Christi Ann), Bainbridge Island, Wash- They are the thin blue line between good and PEPFAR and the Global Fund. ington, and James Todd Neill (Melody Renee), evil. Each day these men and women head Our investments have saved lives—pre- Scottsdale, Arizona, her four grandchildren: out into the field not knowing what they will venting millions of new HIV cases, expanding Cassandra Lynnette Neill, San Diego, Cali- face, not knowing if their day will be filled with access to improved treatments, and enabling fornia, Thomas K. Neill (Laura), Boise, Idaho, routine traffic stops, or extreme dangers. Our medical advances that help HIV/AIDS patients James K. Neill (Emily), Washington, D.C. and peace officers face the unknown and stand up live longer and healthier. Andrew Albert Neill, Washington, D.C. for the rest of us. Here and across the globe, AIDS deaths are She will be laid to rest at Dry Creek Ceme- Reginald ‘‘Jake’’ Gutierrez was one of these on the decline, and studies are pointing the tery in Boise, Idaho where she will be next to men. Gutierrez was responding to a domestic way to new approaches to limit the spread of her late husband James K. Neill. violence call in Tacoma, Washington after a the disease, with treatment as prevention.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:53 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05DE8.023 E05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with REMARKS December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1589 While our efforts have grown, we still only H.R. 6302 will raise the cap on overtime Kathleen had a distinguished legal career. reach half of all people eligible for HIV treat- compensation for U.S. Secret Service agents After graduating from Assumption College and ment; and more must be done. tasked with the responsibility for protecting the Boston College School of Law with honors, Working together, we must continue to president, vice president and major presi- Kathleen began working in the legal division of strengthen—not weaken—our national and dential and vice presidential candidates during the Board of Governors of the Federal Re- international efforts to combat AIDS and other campaigns. serve System in 1978. She served in the infectious diseases. Under current law, an executive branch em- Board’s legal division for decades and became We must work to achieve the Obama Ad- ployee’s premium pay, including overtime a well-known expert in international banking ministration’s goal of an AIDS-free generation. combined with basic pay cannot exceed the and trade negotiations. We must honor the memory of those we maximum rate of basic pay for a GS–15 or Those who knew her best will miss her have lost and act on our hope, optimism, and Level V executive schedule, whichever is warmth, wit, and generosity. Scott Alvarez, the determination to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic. greater. Fed’s General Counsel, remarked, ‘‘Kathleen We must continue to work with programs The maximum rate for a GS–15 employee was a dedicated employee, serving nearly 40 and clinics, like the Harris County Hospital in the Washington, D.C., area is set at years in the Board’s Legal Division. She was District (HCHD), who are treating and caring $160,300 in 2016, while the pay rate for Level a kind, brilliant, generous, witty, and wonder- for patients with HIV/AIDS. V is set at $150,200 adjusted for the current fully warm friend to all of us, and we will all In 1989, HCHD opened Thomas Street cost of living. miss her tremendously.’’ Health Center, the first free-standing facility H.R. 6302 will increase the pay rate cap by Mr. Speaker, Kathleen touched the lives of dedicated to outpatient HIV/AIDS care in the nearly $35,000. so many around her, and had a profound im- nation. The center has become the corner- The H.R. 6302 will also apply to agents re- pact on all of us through her work with the stone of all HIV/AIDS care available to Harris sponsible for protecting candidates’ spouses, Federal Reserve. County residents. former presidents, their spouses and children, I deeply admire Kathleen’s life-long commit- The Thomas Street Health Center has dedi- high profile foreign visitors, as well as other ment to public service, and extend my deepest cated their services to about 25 percent of government officials. sympathies to the family and friends she Harris County’s HIV/AIDS. More than 1,000 agents have exceeded the leaves behind. We will all miss her. Annually, the health center, along with overtime pay limit this year and can greatly Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me HCHD, serves 4,463 unique patients for about benefit from the prospective adjustments. today in honoring Kathleen O’Day, and recog- 37,000 patients’ visits. Some by as much as $60,000, according to nizing the important contributions she has We will continue to fight a tough fight the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Asso- made to our country. against HIV and AIDS. ciation. f We will continue to strengthen and support For these reasons I support H.R. 6302. centers like Thomas Street Health Center that f PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF SENATE AMENDMENT TO H.R. work diligently with HIV/AIDS patients. IN HONOR OF BEAUREGARD WIN- Our focus on HIV/AIDS prevention and 34, TSUNAMI WARNING, EDU- NING AHSAA CLASS 5A HIGH CATION, AND RESEARCH ACT OF awareness will be to ensure all of our friends, SCHOOL FOOTBALL TITLE relatives and children live healthy and full 2015, AND PROVIDING FOR CON- lives. SIDERATION OF H.R. 6392, SYS- There is a pressing need to raise aware- HON. MIKE ROGERS TEMIC RISK DESIGNATION IM- ness and engage in education within the Afri- OF ALABAMA PROVEMENT ACT OF 2016 can American community where HIV infections IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF have been and continue to rise. Monday, December 5, 2016 The incidence of HIV has decreased for the Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I HON. MARK DeSAULNIER majority population, while it has grown nearly ask for the House’s attention today to recog- OF CALIFORNIA unchecked among African Americans. nize Beauregard High School for winning their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This must change—decisions regarding first ever Alabama High School Athletic Asso- Wednesday, November 30, 2016 funding for agencies charged with infectious ciation (AHSAA) Class 5A football state title. Mr. DESAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise disease education and minority health must be The Hornets sealed their victory by beating today in support of H.R. 34, the 21st Century supported. Wenonah 33–13 on December 1st at Jordan- Cures Act. It is vital that we ensure that the f Hare Stadium in Auburn. National Institutes of Health (NIH) have the re- Not only was this Beauregard’s first state PERSONAL EXPLANATION sources they need to continue to advance bio- title, but also Lee County’s first ever state medical and mental health research, and im- champion! prove access to innovative treatments for HON. JAMES B. RENACCI Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- some of the most debilitating illnesses. OF OHIO lating the students and faculty of Beauregard The additional $4.8 billion authorized for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES High School, Coach Braun, the players and all NIH to improve biomedical research and treat- the Hornets fans on this exciting achievement. Monday, December 5, 2016 ment innovations is commendable, particularly Go Hornets! Mr. RENACCI. Mr. Speaker, had I been the $1.8 billion for the Vice President’s Cancer present, I would have voted: YEA on Roll Call f Moonshot, in line with the President’s budget No. 599. HONORING THE LIFE OF request, that will advance critical life-saving re- f KATHLEEN O’DAY search. I fully support the Cancer Moonshot’s mission to speed up the advancement of other OVERTIME PAY FOR SECRET treatments that will help individuals and fami- SERVICE AGENTS ACT OF 2016 HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN OF MASSACHUSETTS lies who are fighting diseases or disorders. As a Cancer survivor, I know all too well the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF value of these investments and how many HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Monday, December 5, 2016 lives can be saved as a result. OF TEXAS Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Additionally, the allocation of $1 billion to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to honor the extraordinary life of Kathleen step up federal efforts combating the growing O’Day. opioid and heroin epidemic is a positive step Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Kathleen passed away on November 28, towards better treatment of addicted individ- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in leaving three brothers, nieces, nephews, cous- uals. Every day, families across California and support of H.R. 6302, ‘‘The Overtime Pay For ins and many dear friends. She resided in Ar- the nation are torn apart by a loved one or Secret Service Agents Act’’. lington, Virginia, but was born and raised in neighbor abusing opioids. Hopefully our Re- This important legislation will provide an in- my hometown of Worcester, Massachusetts. publican colleagues consider this the first of crease in premium pay for United States Se- Her loved ones gathered in Worcester today many steps to advance meaningful policies cret Service agents performing protective serv- to honor her life and pay tribute to a truly re- designed to erode the strong grip these drugs ices. markable woman. have on so many Americans.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:53 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05DE8.027 E05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with REMARKS E1590 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 5, 2016 Unfortunately, key aspects of this legislation CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2943, have a mutual understanding about what fall short and are clearly designed to benefit NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- lands will be returned to ensure that the Big Pharma over American consumers, pa- TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017 Navy’s commitment to hold no more land than tients, and doctors. I am deeply troubled by it already has is upheld. the Majority’s decision to drastically reduce SPEECH OF There are other challenges associated with new NIH funding in the legislation compared HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO the Guam build-up that are addressed this to H.R. 6, stifling new research and vital OF GUAM year. The Senate Judiciary Committee major- progress. Additionally, it is disappointing that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ity objected to the House-passed provision that would address workforce challenges af- an amendment I authored, which would have Friday, December 2, 2016 helped to improve doctor-patient communica- fecting the health care and construction indus- tion around the diagnosis and treatment of se- Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to tries by providing flexibility to U.S. Customs vere or chronic illnesses, was not included in speak on the Fiscal Year 2017 National De- and Immigration Services as it evaluates H– this legislation. This oversight shows the lack fense Authorization Act, which was passed by 2B visa renewal applications. These industries of understanding of the importance of commu- a 375–34 vote on Friday. I commend Chair- directly support the military mission on Guam nication between patients and doctors in a pa- man THORNBERRY, Ranking Member SMITH and having an inadequate workforce on island tient’s treatment and recovery. and the committee staff who worked many could negatively impact our national security. long nights on the FY17 NDAA. I worked with However, in order to gather additional data f Mr. SMITH and members of the committee, and continue to build the argument in order to particularly Readiness Chairman ROB WITT- address the situation in the coming year, there IN HONOR OF PIEDMONT WINNING MAN, to include a number of provisions and is a reporting requirement that asks the Navy AHSAA CLASS 3A HIGH SCHOOL funding levels that will address certain readi- to document the mission specific impacts of a FOOTBALL TITLE ness shortfalls and continue to support the reduced workforce associated with increased Asia-Pacific Rebalance. denials of these applications. I am deeply dis- HON. MIKE ROGERS This conference agreement, along with the appointed that this tailored provision was not House report passed in May, includes a num- ultimately included in the Conference Report OF ALABAMA ber of provisions that are particularly important but I will work with the Department of Defense IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the people of Guam. Over the past few to address this matter in next year’s defense Monday, December 5, 2016 months of negotiations, we were able to se- bill or any other appropriate legislation next cure the provision that authorizes the payment year. Immediately, I will work with USCIS to Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I of claims to the survivors of the occupation of see if any additional emergency authorities ask for the House’s attention today to recog- Guam during World War II and the heirs of exist to find a temporary solution to the matter nize Piedmont High School for winning the those who were killed during the occupation. so that we do not hold up military construction Alabama High School Athletic Association During World War II, Guam was the only U.S. projects. We must find a more permanent so- (AHSAA) Class 3A football state title for the civilian population occupied by Japan, and lution to the repeated denials of H–2B labor second year in a row. during this time our people were subjected to on Guam so we can have a stable and con- The Bulldogs sealed their victory by beating rape, torture, assault, murder, and other inhu- sistent workforce to meet construction Mobile Christian 22–12 on December 1st at mane atrocities. The provision does not add to timelines and provide critical health care to the Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama. federal spending and utilizes mandatory fed- military and residents of Guam. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- eral spending provided only to the Govern- Additionally, ballooning cost estimates and lating the students and faculty of Piedmont ment of Guam for taxes paid by federal per- associated scheduling delays because of Navy High School, Coach Steve Smith, the players sonnel stationed on Guam. This is an impor- requirements for clearance of munitions and and all the Bulldogs fans on this exciting tant step towards recognizing the men, explosives of concern have disrupted numer- achievement for the second year in a row. Go women, and children who endured injustice ous projects and need to be addressed. While Bulldogs! yet remained and remain loyal and patriotic the Navy has demonstrated a commitment to Americans, and its inclusion this year is a hard finding a balance that assures public safety f fought victory for the people of Guam. I look while eliminating unnecessary, burdensome, forward to working with the Foreign Claims and duplicative requirements, there is more PERSONAL EXPLANATION Settlement Commission, the Trump Adminis- that needs to be done. Early next spring. I ex- tration and stakeholders on Guam to ensure pect the Navy to brief us on steps they are HON. BILL FLORES that the war claims program is implemented in taking to mitigate redundancies and find ac- a fair, transparent and equitable manner. I will ceptable efficiencies and we will continue to OF TEXAS work to ensure the process is as clear to the track this issue closely. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people of Guam as possible so that we can Additionally, this bill mandates a review of Monday, December 5, 2016 truly bring closure to this matter. distinguished Asian American and Pacific Is- We also successfully repealed the remain- lander war heroes who may have been un- Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise to state ing restrictions on civilian infrastructure justly overlooked in consideration of the Medal that I was not able to be on the House floor projects related to water and wastewater, as of Honor. I especially want to thank Ranking for roll call vote 600—Adoption of the Con- well as the construction of a cultural artifact Member SMITH for his leadership on issues im- ference Report to Accompany S. 2943—Na- repository, and authorized $67.5 million for portant to Asian American Pacific Islanders tional Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal these investments. This bill also authorizes (AAPIs) and working to get that provision in- Year 2017 taken on December 2, 2016. Had military infrastructure projects, including full cluded in the Conference report. This review I been present for this vote, I would have funding for six military construction projects for was first conducted for AAPIs who served dur- voted aye. housing, munitions, and power infrastructure ing World War II, but did not include those Congress has a duty to ensure our military development. These projects total nearly $250 who served during the Korean and Vietnam has every resource necessary to fight and de- million and demonstrate further the continued Wars. Similar reviews have been conducted feat the threats that exist in the world today. commitment of the U.S. government to the for African, Jewish, and Hispanic Americans The National Defense Authorization Act pro- Guam build-up and the realignment of Ma- and I believe that it is prudent to also conduct vides America’s uniformed men and women rines. a comprehensive review for AAPIs who may with the tools and support they need and de- At the same time, this build-up must con- have faced similar discrimination. It’s important serve. It gives our troops a much needed pay tinue to reflect the 2011 Four Pillars agree- we appropriately recognize those who have raise and ensures that promises made to them ment that commits the Navy to being a re- given so much in support of our freedoms. are kept. This strong defense bill will strength- sponsible community partner. Because of local There are numerous provisions in this year’s en our national security and help bring our concerns raised about land returns and how NDAA which help develop or restate our na- military into the 21st century. that will be calculated and tracked, we hold tional security priorities in the Asia-Pacific re- As I close, I ask everyone to continue pray- the Navy accountable to its ‘‘Net Negative’’ gion. We included several provisions which ing for our country, and for our military and commitment by including in this bill a reporting aim to help continue to build our relationship first responders who selflessly serve and sac- requirement on past, current, and future Navy with Taiwan, including requiring a feasibility re- rifice to protect us. land usage on Guam. It is important that we port on replenishment stops for Taiwanese

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These will help and the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, we were able Mars Chocolate and Wrigley products, includ- build our bilateral relationship and provide op- to protect the President’s Budget Request. ing Snickers, Skittles Candies, and Starburst portunities for mutual exchange of information However, these programs and their significant Fruit Chews. In October, Mars announced its and training. This relationship will continue to return on investment merit greater funding intent to combine its Chocolate and Wrigley be a critical asset for U.S. engagement in the contributions. segments to create Mars Wrigley Confec- region. We also seek to clarify and document f tionery, which will help the company continue aerial and maritime freedom of navigation op- to deliver value to customers around the erations in the South China Sea. This require- IN HONOR OF THE ORIGINAL world. ment tasks the Navy and Air Force with re- CALDWELL GOSPEL SINGERS OF In addition to its commitment to producing porting quarterly on important details per- SEALE, ALABAMA high quality products for its consumers, the taining to individual operations which are Waco facility has sought to create an environ- meant to challenge claims to disputed islands HON. MIKE ROGERS ment that is mutually beneficial to the local in the region and ensure freedom of naviga- OF ALABAMA community. For example, the Waco facility tion for all vessels and aircraft. Additionally, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES promotes sustainability and environmental effi- this report expresses a Sense of Congress in ciency through the use of a Wetlands Waste- support of trilateral cooperation between the Monday, December 5, 2016 water Treatment Facility, saving three to five United States, Japan, and South Korea. Japan Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I million gallons of water each year. The facility and South Korea are important American al- ask for the House’s attention today to recog- also uses locally sourced peanuts in its Snick- lies in the region and have taken steps to re- nize the Original Gospel Singers of Seale, Ala- ers bars, and it sponsors the annual Waco build their bilateral relationship, which the U.S. bama. Wild West Century Bike Tour to raise money must continue to encourage and foster. As we For over 40 years, this family has been for the American Red Cross. In recognition of continue a unified approach to countering nu- spreading the gospel through their musical tal- its outstanding commitment to diversity and clear proliferation in North Korea, as well as ents. What started as a duet in 1965, grew to unity in the workplace, the Waco facility re- deterring and destroying threats emanating be on television for their first debut on the cently received the Model of Unity Award from from the unstable regime, there are opportuni- ‘‘Home with Rozell Show’’ on WRBL in 1969. the Community Race Relations Coalition. ties to leverage the Guam National Guard in The group has traveled to several states On behalf of the Seventeenth Congressional defense of the homeland. Building on discus- and participated in many benefit programs to District and the State of Texas, I am pleased sions I have had with senior Army leaders, the give back to their community. In 2014, the to celebrate this important milestone with bill report encourages the Department of the Russell County Commission dedicated a por- Mars’ Waco facility, and I thank Mars for its Army and the National Guard Bureau to en- tion of roadway from Highway 169 South to continued dedication to our community. sure that there are resources made available Uchee Road as the ‘‘Original Caldwell Gospel As I close, I ask everyone to continue pray- in the Fiscal Year 2018 Budget to integrate Singers’’ Road. ing for our country, and for our military and the Guam Army National Guard into the secu- Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing first responders who selflessly serve and sac- rity force mission for the THAAD deployed to four decades of music by this special group. rifice to protect us. Guam. Not only does this mission fit perfectly f into the Total Force integration for which the f Army has been an advocate, it contributes to RECOGNIZING MARS, INCOR- Active and Reserve Component readiness, PORATED AND THE 40TH ANNI- SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS and enables the National Guard to utilize their VERSARY OF ITS WACO, TEXAS Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, capabilities for the homeland defense mission. PRODUCTION FACILITY The bill also continues to promote invasive agreed to by the Senate of February 4, specific prevention and management and re- 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- gional biosecurity issues and complements ap- HON. BILL FLORES tem for a computerized schedule of all propriations legislation for the Department of OF TEXAS meetings and hearings of Senate com- Agriculture and the National Oceanic and At- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- tees, and committees of conference. mospheric Administration which require brief- Monday, December 5, 2016 ing on the Regional Biosecurity Plan on rec- This title requires all such committees ommendations that will minimize the harmful Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to notify the Office of the Senate Daily ecological, social, cultural, and economic im- recognize Mars, Incorporated and the 40th An- Digest—designated by the Rules Com- pacts of invasive species. This will encourage niversary of its Waco, Texas production facil- mittee—of the time, place and purpose the Department of Defense and other federal ity. of the meetings, when scheduled and agencies to make progress on implementation As a family-owned business since its found- any cancellations or changes in the of high priority proposals contained within the ing in 1911, Mars has been a leading example meetings as they occur. Plan. of corporate responsibility practices that ben- As an additional procedure along Finally, this bill provides critical funding for a efit the communities in which it operates. with the computerization of this infor- number of Department of Defense programs Guided by five core principles—Quality, Re- mation, the Office of the Senate Daily that are important to Guam, the Asia-Pacific sponsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Free- Digest will prepare this information for rebalance, and our broader national security dom—Mars has had a positive social and eco- printing in the Extensions of Remarks interests. We provide critical funding to the nomic impact on many communities within the section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Long Range Strike Bomber program and addi- Seventeenth Congressional District of Texas. on Monday and Wednesday of each tional funding to keep the fielding of the MQ– Since 1976, when Mars opened the doors of week. 4 program on track. There is also $15 million its facility in Waco the company has provided Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, De- in additional funding for the Readiness and sustainable economic growth for our commu- cember 6, 2016 may be found in the Environmental Protection Integration Program. nity. As such, the Waco facility currently em- Daily Digest of today’s RECORD.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:09 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D05DE6.REC D05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with DIGEST December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1091 Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. McConnell (for Ernst) Amendment No. 5128, re- Page S6688 lating to installation reutilization authority. Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- Page S6684 sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. McConnell (for Ernst) Amendment No. 5129, to Page S6716 amend the title. Page S6684 Zapata Veterans Post Office: Senate passed H.R. Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. 5591, to designate the facility of the United States Page S6688 Postal Service located at 810 N US Highway 83 in Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- Zapata, Texas, as the ‘‘Zapata Veterans Post Office’’. sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. Page S6684 Page S6716 Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. Correct the Enrollment: Senate agreed to H. Con. Page S6688 Res. 174, directing the Clerk of the House of Rep- Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- resentatives to make a correction in the enrollment sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. of H.R. 34, after agreeing to the following amend- Page S6716 ment proposed thereto: Pages S6696–97 Officer Joseph P. Cali Post Office Building: Sen- McConnell/Reid Amendment No. 5137, to make ate passed H.R. 5676, to designate the facility of the additional corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 34. United States Postal Service located at 6300 N. Pages S6696–97 Northwest Highway in Chicago, Illinois, as the ‘‘Of- Conference Reports: ficer Joseph P. Cali Post Office Building’’. National Defense Authorization Act—Con- Page S6684 ference Report: Senate began consideration of the Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. conference report to accompany S. 2943, to authorize Page S6688 appropriations for fiscal year 2017 for military ac- Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- tivities of the Department of Defense, for military sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. construction, and for defense activities of the Depart- Page S6716 ment of Energy, to prescribe military personnel Abner J. Mikva Post Office Building: Senate strengths for such fiscal year. Pages S6684–96 passed H.R. 5798, to designate the facility of the A motion was entered to close further debate on United States Postal Service located at 1101 Davis the conference report to accompany the bill, and, in Street in Evanston, Illinois, as the ‘‘Abner J. Mikva accordance with the provisions of rule XXII of the Post Office Building’’. Page S6684 Standing Rules of the Senate, a vote on cloture will Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. occur upon disposition of the message of the House Page S6688 to accompany H.R. 34, to authorize and strengthen Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- the tsunami detection, forecast, warning, research, sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. and mitigation program of the National Oceanic and Page S6716 Atmospheric Administration. Pages S6684–85 Segundo T. Sablan and CNMI Fallen Military House Messages: Heroes Post Office Building: Senate passed H.R. Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research 5889, to designate the facility of the United States Act—Agreement: Senate resumed consideration of Postal Service located at 1 Chalan Kanoa VLG in the amendment of the House to the amendment of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, as the ‘‘Segundo the Senate to H.R. 34, to authorize and strengthen T. Sablan and CNMI Fallen Military Heroes Post the tsunami detection, forecast, warning, research, Office Building’’. Page S6684 and mitigation program of the National Oceanic and Subsequently, passage of the bill was vitiated. Atmospheric Administration, taking action on the Page S6688 following motions and amendments proposed there- Subsequently, all action taken during today’s ses- to: Page S6686 sion of the Senate on the bill was vitiated. Pending: Page S6716 McConnell motion to concur in the amendment of Installation Reutilization Authority: Committee the House to the amendment of the Senate to the on Armed Services was discharged from further con- bill. Page S6686 sideration of S. 3336, to provide installation reutili- McConnell motion to concur in the amendment of zation authority for arsenals, depots, and plants, and the House to the amendment of the Senate to the the bill was then passed, after agreeing to the fol- bill, with McConnell Amendment No. 5117, to lowing amendments proposed thereto: Page S6684 change the enactment date. Page S6686

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:09 Dec 06, 2016 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D05DE6.REC D05DEPT1 smartinez on DSK3GLQ082PROD with DIGEST December 5, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1093 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Senate Message: Message received from the Senate Coin Act: H.R. 2726, amended, to require the Sec- by the Clerk and subsequently presented to the retary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins House today appears on page H7146. in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the first Quorum Calls—Votes: Three yea-and-nay votes de- manned landing on the moon; Pages H7149–52 veloped during the proceedings of today and appear Creating Financial Prosperity for Businesses on pages H7176, H7176–77, H7177. There were no and Investors Act: H.R. 6427, to improve the oper- quorum calls. ation of United States capital markets, by a 2/3 yea- Adjournment: The House met at 12 noon and ad- and-nay vote of 391 yeas to 2 nays, Roll No. 602; journed at 7:19 p.m. Pages H7152–56, H7176–77 Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of Committee Meetings 2016: H.R. 5015, amended, to restore amounts im- No hearings were held. properly withheld for tax purposes from severance payments to individuals who retired or separated from service in the Armed Forces for combat-related Joint Meetings injuries, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote 392 yeas with No joint committee meetings were held. none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 601; f Pages H7156–59, H7176 COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, Prescribed Burn Approval Act of 2016: S. 3395, DECEMBER 6, 2016 to require limitations on prescribed burns; and (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Pages H7159–60 Department of State Operations Authorization Senate and Embassy Security Act, Fiscal Year 2016: S. Committee on Armed Services: to hold hearings to examine 1635, amended, to authorize the Department of emerging United States defense challenges and worldwide State for fiscal year 2016, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote threats, 9:30 a.m., SH–216. of 374 yeas to 16 nays, Roll No. 603. Committee on Foreign Relations: business meeting to con- sider H.R. 1150, to amend the International Religious Pages H7160–75, H7177–78 Freedom Act of 1998 to improve the ability of the Recess: The House recessed at 6:08 p.m. and recon- United States to advance religious freedom globally vened at 6:30 p.m. Page H7175 through enhanced diplomacy, training, counterterrorism, and foreign assistance efforts, and through stronger and Veto Message—Motion to Refer: Agreed by unani- more flexible political responses to religious freedom vio- mous consent that, notwithstanding the order of the lations and violent extremism worldwide, H.R. 2845, to House of September 22, 2016, the veto message of promote access to benefits under the African Growth and the President on the bill, H.R. 1777, to amend the Opportunity Act, H.R. 4481, to amend the Foreign As- Act of August 25, 1958, commonly known as the sistance Act of 1961 to provide assistance for developing ‘‘Former Presidents Act of 1958’’, with respect to countries to promote quality basic education and to estab- the monetary allowance payable to a former Presi- lish the goal of all children in school and learning as an objective of the United States foreign assistance policy, dent, together with the accompanying bill, be re- H.R. 4939, to increase engagement with the governments ferred to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- of the Caribbean region, the Caribbean diaspora commu- ment Reform. Page H7178 nity in the United States, and the private sector and civil Providing for the appointment of members of society in both the United States and the Caribbean, S. the Board of Directors of the Office of Compli- Res. 537, expressing profound concern about the ongoing ance to replace members whose terms expire political, economic, social and humanitarian crisis in Ven- ezuela, urging the release of political prisoners, and call- during 2017: The House agreed to discharge from ing for respect of constitutional and democratic processes, committee and pass H.R. 6415, to provide for the S. Res. 535, expressing the sense of the Senate regarding appointment of members of the Board of Directors the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States of the Office of Compliance to replace members from Mexico and China, an original bill to provide for whose terms expire during 2017. Page H7178 the approval of the Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make Government of the Kingdom of Norway Concerning certain corrections in the enrollment of S. 2943: Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, an original concurrent The House agreed to H. Con. Res. 179, directing resolution honoring in praise and remembrance the ex- the Secretary of the Senate to make certain correc- traordinary life, steady leadership, and remarkable, 70- tions in the enrollment of S. 2943. Page H7178 year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, S.

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(Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) 114–12), and the nomination of Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, Committee on Armed Services: December 6, to hold hear- of Connecticut, to be Ambassador to Malaysia, and lists ings to examine emerging United States defense chal- in the Foreign Service, all of the Department of State; to lenges and worldwide threats, 9:30 a.m., SH–216. be immediately followed by a hearing to examine defeat- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: De- ing the Iranian threat network, focusing on options for cember 7, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and countering Iranian proxies, 2:30 p.m., SD–419. Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security, to Committee on Judiciary: Subcommittee on Crime and hold hearings to examine assessing the security of our Terrorism, to hold hearings to examine whether addi- critical surface transportation infrastructure, 2:30 p.m., tional firewalls are needed to protect Congressional over- SR–253. Committee on Foreign Relations: December 6, business sight staff from retaliatory criminal referrals, 2:30 p.m., meeting to consider H.R. 1150, to amend the Inter- SD–226. national Religious Freedom Act of 1998 to improve the Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold closed hearings to ability of the United States to advance religious freedom examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., SH–219. globally through enhanced diplomacy, training, counter- terrorism, and foreign assistance efforts, and through House stronger and more flexible political responses to religious Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on freedom violations and violent extremism worldwide, Oversight and Investigations, hearing entitled ‘‘Volks- H.R. 2845, to promote access to benefits under the Afri- wagen’s Emissions Cheating Settlement: Questions Con- can Growth and Opportunity Act, H.R. 4481, to amend cerning ZEV Program Implementation’’, 11 a.m., 2322 the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to provide assistance Rayburn. for developing countries to promote quality basic edu- Committee on Foreign Affairs, Full Committee, hearing cation and to establish the goal of all children in school entitled ‘‘American Compassion in India: Government and learning as an objective of the United States foreign Obstacles’’, 10 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. assistance policy, H.R. 4939, to increase engagement Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, hearing entitled with the governments of the Caribbean region, the Carib- ‘‘Step or Stumble: The Obama Administration’s Pivot to bean diaspora community in the United States, and the Asia’’, 2 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. private sector and civil society in both the United States Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Over- and the Caribbean, S. Res. 537, expressing profound con- sight and Investigations, hearing entitled ‘‘Examining cern about the ongoing political, economic, social and hu- Decades of Data Manipulation at the United States Geo- manitarian crisis in Venezuela, urging the release of polit- logical Survey’’, 10 a.m., 1324 Longworth. ical prisoners, and calling for respect of constitutional and Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Sub- democratic processes, S. Res. 535, expressing the sense of committee on Information Technology; and Sub- the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into committee on Government Operations, joint hearing enti- the United States from Mexico and China, an original bill to provide for the approval of the Agreement for Coopera- tled ‘‘The Federal Information Technology Acquisition tion Between the Government of the United States of Reform Act (FITARA) Scorecard 3.0: Measuring Agen- America and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway cies’ Implementation’’, 2 p.m., 2154 Rayburn. Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, an original Committee on Rules, Full Committee, hearing on H.R. concurrent resolution honoring in praise and remem- 5143, the ‘‘Transparent Insurance Standards Act of brance the extraordinary life, steady leadership, and re- 2016’’, 3 p.m., H–313 Capitol. markable, 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of f Thailand, S. Con. Res. 30, expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, protocol to the North CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD Atlantic Treaty of 1949 on the Accession of Montenegro (Treaty Doc. 114–12), and the nomination of Kamala Week of December 6 through December 9, 2016 Shirin Lakhdhir, of Connecticut, to be Ambassador to Malaysia, and lists in the Foreign Service, all of the De- Senate Chamber partment of State; to be immediately followed by a hear- ing to examine defeating the Iranian threat network, fo- On Tuesday, at approximately 10 a.m., Senate will cusing on options for countering Iranian proxies, 2:30 continue consideration of the message of the House p.m., SD–419. to accompany H.R. 34, Tsunami Warning, Edu- December 8, Subcommittee on State Department and cation, and Research Act (the legislative vehicle for USAID Management, International Operations, and Bilat- 21st Century Cures Act), post-cloture. eral International Development, to hold hearings to ex- During the balance of the week, Senate may con- amine State Department and United States Agency for International Development management challenges and sider any cleared legislative and executive business. opportunities for the next administration, 10 a.m., SD–419.

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Committee on Indian Affairs: December 7, to hold an Committee on Financial Services, December 7, Sub- oversight hearing to examine the Department of the Inte- committee on Monetary Policy and Trade, hearing enti- rior’s Land Buy-Back Program for Tribal Nations, four tled ‘‘Unconventional Monetary Policy’’, 10 a.m., 2128 years later, 2:15 p.m., SD–628. Rayburn. Committee on Judiciary: December 6, Subcommittee on December 8, Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Crime and Terrorism, to hold hearings to examine wheth- Government Sponsored Enterprises, hearing entitled ‘‘The er additional firewalls are needed to protect Congressional Impact of Regulations on Short-Term Financing’’, 9:30 oversight staff from retaliatory criminal referrals, 2:30 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. p.m., SD–226. Committee on Foreign Affairs, December 7, Sub- December 7, Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition committee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats, Policy and Consumer Rights, to hold hearings to examine hearing entitled ‘‘Corruption: A Danger to Democracy in the competitive impact of the AT&T–Time Warner Europe and Eurasia’’, 10 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. transaction, 10 a.m., SD–226. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, December Select Committee on Intelligence: December 6, to hold 7, Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘Examining the closed hearings to examine certain intelligence matters, Costs of Overclassification on Transparency and Security’’, 2:30 p.m., SH–219. 9 a.m., 2154 Rayburn. December 7, Full Committee, to receive a closed brief- December 7, Subcommittee on Government Oper- ing on certain intelligence matters, 3 p.m., SH–219. ations, hearing entitled ‘‘Time and Attendance Abuse at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’’, 2 p.m., 2154 House Committees Rayburn. Committee on Agriculture, December 7, Full Committee, December 8, Subcommittee on Government Oper- hearing entitled ‘‘1890 Land-Grant Institutions: Recruit- ations, hearing entitled ‘‘DATA Act Implementation ment Challenges and Scholarship Opportunities’’, 10 Check-In’’, 9 a.m., 2154 Rayburn. a.m., 1300 Longworth. Committee on Rules, December 7, Full Committee, hear- Committee on Armed Services, December 7, Subcommittee ing on S. 612, to designate the Federal building and on Military Personnel, hearing entitled ‘‘California Na- United States courthouse located at 1300 Victoria Street tional Guard Bonus Repayment Issue’’, 2 p.m., 2118 in Laredo, Texas, as the ‘‘George P. Kazen Federal Build- Rayburn. ing and United States Courthouse’’, 3 p.m., H–313 Cap- December 8, Subcommittee on Oversight and Inves- itol. tigations, hearing entitled ‘‘Oversight Review of the U.S. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, December Navy’s Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Program’’, 9 a.m., 7, Full Committee, markup on General Services Adminis- 2118 Rayburn. tration Capital Investment and Leasing Program Resolu- Committee on Energy and Commerce, December 7, Sub- tions; and possible other matters cleared for consideration, committee on Health, hearing entitled ‘‘Waste and Du- 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. plication in the USDA Catfish Inspection Program’’, 10 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. Joint Meetings December 8, Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufac- Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: Decem- turing, and Trade, hearing entitled ‘‘Mixed Martial Arts: ber 7, to receive a briefing on Baltic security after the Issues and Perspectives’’, 10 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. Warsaw NATO summit, 2 p.m., 340, Cannon Building.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Tuesday, December 6 10 a.m., Tuesday, December 6

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Tuesday: Senate will continue consider- Program for Tuesday: To be announced. ation of the message of the House to accompany H.R. 34, Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Act (the leg- islative vehicle for 21st Century Cures Act), post-cloture.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Hudson, Richard, N.C., E1583 Roby, Martha, Ala., E1582 Huffman, Jared, Calif., E1581 Rogers, Mike, Ala., E1589, E1590, E1591 Bonamici, Suzanne, Ore., E1586 Jackson Lee, Sheila, Tex., E1585, E1587, E1588, E1589 Scott, Robert C. ‘‘Bobby’’, Va., E1582 Bordallo, Madeleine Z., Guam, E1590 Lee, Barbara, Calif., E1583, E1585, E1587 Sessions, Pete, Tex., E1584 Brooks, Susan W., Ind., E1586 Loudermilk, Barry, Ga., E1587 Simpson, Michael K., Idaho, E1588 Buck, Ken, Colo., E1584 Love, Mia B., Utah, E1585 Clay, Wm. Lacy, Mo., E1581 Luetkemeyer, Blaine, Mo., E1582 Thompson, Mike, Calif., E1582 Courtney, Joe, Conn., E1584 McGovern, James P., Mass., E1589 Turner, Michael R., Ohio, E1585 DeSaulnier, Mark, Calif., E1589 Miller, Candice S., Mich., E1584 Van Hollen, Chris, Md., E1584 Duffy, Sean, P., Wisc., E1583 Perlmutter, Ed, Colo., E1584 Wittman, Robert J., Va., E1581 Ellison, Keith, Minn., E1583 Poe, Ted, Tex., E1587, E1588 Zeldin, Lee M., N.Y., E1585, E1588 Flores, Bill, Tex., E1590, E1591 Renacci, James B., Ohio, E1587, E1589

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