July 29, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6449 Gospel Music Heritage Month, and I , of Manhattan I rise today in support of H. Res. 1527, Con- yield back the balance of my time. Beach, California, of Olney, gratulating the Men’s National The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Maryland, of , Soccer Team for its inspiring performance in question is on the motion offered by California, DaMarcus Beasley of Ft. Wayne, the 2010 FIFA World Cup. , of Nacogdoches, Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I the gentlewoman from California (Ms. , of Las Vegas, Ne- CHU) that the House suspend the rules vada, of Redlands, Cali- stand before this body to commend the U.S. and pass the joint resolution, H.J. Res. fornia, of , Texas, Men’s National Soccer Team on their truly 90. of Los Alamitos, Cali- amazing performance in this year’s FIFA The question was taken; and (two- fornia, of Jonesboro, Georgia, World Cup. thirds being in the affirmative) the of New Rochelle, New York, I would also like to commend my distin- rules were suspended and the joint res- Jay DeMerit of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Jose´ guished colleague from Texas, Mr. GOHMERT, olution was passed. Torres of Longview, Texas, of for introducing this resolution that recognizes Boca Raton, Florida, of Homer A motion to reconsider was laid on the men who represented our Nation on soc- Glen, , of Fontana, Cali- cer’s grandest stage. And I thank the gen- the table. fornia, , of Phoenix, Arizona, tleman from Texas for allowing me to be a co- f of Alexandria, Virginia, of Irvine, California, and sponsor on his resolution. CONGRATULATING UNITED of , ; Mr. Speaker, our men’s soccer team com- STATES MEN’S SOCCER TEAM and peted admirably and played their way to a 1, (3) commends the United States Soccer 1 and 2 record, earning them a chance to play Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, I move to sus- Federation, the United States Soccer Foun- in the elite ‘Round-of–16’. While all of the pend the rules and agree to the resolu- dation, and coaches and parents of young players on our national soccer team deserve tion (H. Res. 1527) congratulating the soccer players around the country for their praise for their performance, one player in par- United States Men’s National Soccer role in the success of soccer in the United ticular earned the right to receive special rec- Team for its inspiring performance in States. ognition for his efforts. the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Landon Donovan’s performance not only The Clerk read the title of the resolu- ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from helped his team to advance deep into the tion. California (Ms. CHU) and the gentleman World Cup but his performance as an indi- The text of the resolution is as fol- from Louisiana (Mr. CAO) each will vidual earned him a place in U.S. soccer his- lows: control 20 minutes. tory. Mr. Donovan now holds the U.S. World H. RES. 1527 The Chair recognizes the gentle- Cup record for most matches played, 12, most Whereas the United States Men’s National woman from California. goals scored, 5 and the most consecutive Soccer Team made the Nation proud and im- GENERAL LEAVE games with a goal, 3. pressed fans around the world with steadfast Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- Mr. Donovan’s goal in the 91st minute of the play and an impressive performance in the mous consent that all Members may match against Algeria, allowed the U.S. to win 2010 FIFA World Cup; have 5 legislative days in which to re- ‘‘Group C’’ and gave the team it’s first World Whereas the team won its group in the vise and extend their remarks. Cup Group first place finish since 1930. The FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1930; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there win over Algeria was also the U.S.’s first vic- Whereas Nacogdoches, Texas, native Clint Dempsey scored a goal against in objection to the request of the gentle- tory since the 2002 World Cup and gave our the opening match to ensure a tie; woman from California? team it’s fifth shutout in FIFA World Cup play. Whereas Landon Donovan of Redlands, There was no objection. Mr. Speaker, the U.S. Men’s National Soc- California, and Michael Bradley of Manhat- Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, I urge my col- cer Team proved that the U.S. can compete at tan Beach, California, each scored goals leagues to support this resolution. the international level with the most elite against Slovenia to tie the match and put On behalf of the Committee on Oversight teams in the world. I am truly proud of the the United States in position to advance to and Government Reform, I present H. Res. team’s players, coaches, training personnel the second round with a win over Algeria; 1527 for consideration. This measure con- and administrative staff who all worked and Whereas the team advanced to the Round- gratulates the United States Men’s National competed tirelessly to be the best they could of-16 with a 1–0 victory over Algeria, the first Soccer Team for its inspiring performance in FIFA World Cup victory for the United be, and represent our great country to the rest States in 8 years and its fifth shutout in the 2010 FIFA World Cup. of the world. FIFA World Cup play; Mr. Speaker, with this resolution, we ex- Mr. Speaker, I ask all members to join me Whereas Landon Donovan clinched the vic- press our great pride in our Nation’s perform- in strong support of H. Res. 1527. tory over Algeria with the second of his ance in this year’s FIFA World Cup. Its stun- Mr. CAO. Mr. Speaker, I yield the three goals in the 2010 FIFA World Cup in ning win over Algeria on June 23 marked the gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOHMERT) dramatic fashion in the first minute of added first time that the U.S. won first place in its as much time as he may consume. time following 90 minutes of exhausting play group since 1930. Cheers erupted all over the Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, I do by both sides; country as forward Landon Donovan scored thank my friend from California and Whereas Landon Donovan now holds the the winning goal in the 91st minute of play, in my friend from Louisiana. all-time United States records for FIFA I urge my colleagues to support this World Cup career appearances at 12 and what may have been the most dramatic mo- FIFA World Cup career goals at 5; ment in the history of the team. resolution for the wonderful, out- Whereas the United States demonstrated The U.S. team also played well in its standing job the United States Men’s that it can compete with the elite soccer matches against England and Slovenia, with National Soccer Team did in rep- programs in the world; and goals scored by Clint Dempsey, Landon Dono- resenting this country. Whereas the team’s achievement reflects van, and Michael Bradley, ensuring the team Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of House Res- the growth in popularity of soccer in the would have the chance to advance to the sec- olution 1527 to congratulate the United States United States and the importance of athletic ond round of the Cup. The team, comprised of Men’s National Soccer Team for its valiant participation for building character and con- excellent players from around the country, performance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup. fidence in the Nation’s youth: Now, there- In a country where baseball is said to be the fore, be it demonstrated that the U.S. can compete at Resolved, That the House of Representa- elite levels with the top teams of the world, National pastime and the NFL draws the larg- tives— and it is fitting that we should congratulate est TV viewership, this year’s World Cup team (1) congratulates the United States Men’s them on their historic performance today. showed Americans how exciting the game of National Soccer Team for its historic per- H. Res. 1527 was introduced by our col- Soccer can be. As our United States team formance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup; league, Representative LOUIE GOHMERT of seemed to overcome insurmountable obsta- (2) recognizes the United States Men’s Na- Texas, on July 15, 2010. It was referred to the cles, the American spirit showed through time tional Soccer Team head coach Committee on Oversight and Government Re- and time again. When all seemed lost against of Manhattan Beach, CA, the team’s coach- Algeria, and the prospects of even moving out ing, training, and administrative personnel, form, which ordered it reported favorably by and each of the players for their tenacious unanimous consent on July 28, 2010. It enjoys of group play seemed dim, Landon Donovan play and dedication to excellence, including the bipartisan support of 50 cosponsors. scored a goal that will be on highlight reels for of North Brunswick, New Jer- I reserve the balance of my time. years to come. That goal ensured that the sey, of Arlington Heights, Mr. CAO. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself team would win its group in the FIFA World Illinois, of Alta Loma, such time as I may consume. Cup for the first time since 1930.

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He was also a member for someone to blame, they showed their re- H.R. 2765. An act to amend title 28, United of the United States team in the 2008 Beijing States Code, to prohibit recognition and en- solve to represent America well and show the Summer Olympics. During the 2010 World forcement of foreign defamation judgments rest of the world the values that we as Ameri- Cup, the young, quick appeared and certain foreign judgments against the cans stand for. Despite two goals being wiped during the Slovenia v. U.S. game. He is a star providers of interactive computer services. off the scoreboard, our players rose to the on the rise of whom East Texas is extremely H.R. 4380. An act to amend the Harmonized challenge, took the game into their own hands proud as are all Americans. We wish both Tariff Schedule of the United States to mod- and displayed their indomitable spirit. men the best of luck in their future endeavors. ify temporarily certain rates of duty, and for other purposes. It was in these times of perseverance and They are local as well as national heroes and fortitude that I couldn’t help but be proud as H.R. 5610. An act to provide a technical ad- role models to many aspiring young soccer justment with respect to funding for inde- an American and proud to be represented by players. the fine players on our team. When these pendent living centers under the Rehabilita- Although our U.S. team didn’t prevail in our guys put on their red, white and blue jerseys tion Act of 1973 in order to ensure stability final game, the teamwork and passion inspired for such centers. they represented more than themselves, more millions of Americans and speaks volumes than their team, they represent a nation. A na- about soccer in the United States. We offer f tion that prides itself on the things that our founders spelled out in our Declaration of our thanks and congratulations the United SENATE ENROLLED BILL SIGNED States Men’s National Soccer Team, and Independence and our Constitution. Though The Speaker announced her signa- we did not achieve the ultimate goal of win- know that all members of Congress will likely be supporting this resolution. ture to enrolled bills of the Senate of ning the World Cup, our team handled them- the following titles: selves with class. We owe a debt of gratitude Mr. CAO. Mr. Speaker, I yield back to each and every one of them for their hard the balance of my time. S. 1749. An act to amend title 18, United Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, again, I would States Code, to prohibit the possession or work in preparation for this tournament and for use of cell phones and similar wireless de- also representing us as a nation so very well. like to urge my colleagues to join me in congratulating the U.S. Men’s Na- vices by Federal prisoners. I would also like to recognize my constitu- S. 1789. An act to restore fairness to Fed- ents and members of the United States Men’s tional Soccer Team for their inspiring eral cocaine sentencing. National Soccer team, Clint Dempsey of World Cup performance. Nacogdoches and Francisco Jose Torres of Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance f Longview, on their performances in the World of my time. Cup. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The BILLS PRESENTED TO THE Clint Dempsey began kicking a soccer ball question is on the motion offered by PRESIDENT around in the Texas town of Nacogdoches the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Lorraine C. Miller, Clerk of the with his family and neighborhood children. He CHU) that the House suspend the rules House, reports that on July 29, 2010 she attended Furman University in South Carolina and agree to the resolution, H. Res. presented to the President of the and was a star player—starting 61 out of 62 1527. United States, for his approval, the fol- games and scoring 17 goals. After college, The question was taken; and (two- lowing bills. Clint joined the based-New England thirds being in the affirmative) the H.R. 5610. To provide a technical adjust- Revolution, an American rules were suspended and the resolu- ment with respect to funding for independent club. He was named the MLS Rookie of the tion was agreed to. living centers under the Rehabilitation Act Year for 2004 after having a spectacular first A motion to reconsider was laid on of 1973 in order to ensure stability for such season playing 24 of 30 games and scoring 7 the table. centers. goals. He led the Revs to three Major League H.R. 2765. To amend title 28, United States Code, to prohibit recognition and enforce- Soccer Cup playoffs in 2005, 2006 and 2007. f At the 2006 World Cup in Germany, he won ment of foreign defamation judgments and certain foreign judgments against the pro- the Honda Player of the Year for 2006, the LEAVE OF ABSENCE viders of interactive computer services. highest individual honor in USA soccer, for H.R. 4899. Making supplemental appropria- being the only American player to score in the By unanimous consent, leave of ab- tions for the fiscal year ending September 30, tournament. He has also been awarded the sence was granted to: 2010, and for other purposes. 2007 U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year and the Ms. KILPATRICK of Michigan (at the FIFA Confederations Cup Bronze Ball in 2009 request of Mr. HOYER) for today after 6 f for his performance during the Confederations p.m. and the balance of the week. ADJOURNMENT Cup Final against Brazil. On June 12, 2010, Mr. SHADEGG (at the request of Mr. Clint Dempsey scored a goal in an intense BOEHNER) for today and the balance of Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, I move that opening match against England to insure a 1– the week on account of family reasons. the House do now adjourn. 1 tie during the World Cup in South Africa. Mr. POE of Texas (at the request of The motion was agreed to; accord- Clint or ‘‘Duece,’’ as many of his teammates Mr. BOEHNER) for today from 1 until 2 ingly (at 1 o’clock and 10 minutes know him, is known for his toughness, drib- p.m. on account of other congressional a.m.), the House adjourned until today, bling abilities, and versatility on the field.h business. Friday, July 30, 2010, at 9 a.m. EXPENDITURE REPORTS CONCERNING OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL Reports concerning the foreign currencies and U.S. dollars utilized for speaker-Authorized Official Travel during the first and second quarters of 2010 pursuant to Public Law 95–384 are as follows: REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, STACEE BAKO, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 5 AND JULY 10, 2010

Date Per diem 1 Transportation Other purposes Total U.S. dollar U.S. dollar U.S. dollar U.S. dollar Name of Member or employee Country Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent Arrival Departure currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency 2 currency 2 currency 2 currency 2

Stacee Bako ...... 7/06 7/07 Germany ...... 98.46 ...... 98.46 7/07 7/09 Afghanistan ...... 10.00 ...... 10.00

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