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Vol. 163 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2017 No. 70 House of Representatives The House met at noon and was Of course, understanding our system by emitting an unprecedented volume called to order by the Speaker pro tem- of government means understanding of hot air. pore (Mr. MESSER). the U.S. Constitution. It is the greatest Now, a week earlier we had tax day, f gift left to us by the Founders, and it and millions of Americans across this has stood the test of time. country, including in Los Angeles, DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO The success of the Constitution is needed to demonstrate to try to get TEMPORE due to its carefully designed system of Donald Trump to reveal his tax re- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- checks and balances. By separating the turns. Every President since Richard fore the House the following commu- powers of government into separate Nixon has released their tax returns. nication from the Speaker: but equal branches and guaranteeing Donald Trump told us in May of 2014: If WASHINGTON, DC, individual rights, the Constitution has I decide to run for office, I will produce April 25, 2017. been, as James Madison suggested, my tax returns. And he said it again a I hereby appoint the Honorable LUKE ‘‘the guardian of true liberty.’’ year later. And then he said it during MESSER to act as Speaker pro tempore on Mr. Speaker, please join me in wish- the Republican debate in 2016. He said: this day. ing these bright young students good Oh, I will release my tax returns, but PAUL D. RYAN, luck on their AP exam and in their col- Speaker of the House of Representatives. they are under audit. lege applications. Well, according to Donald Trump, his f f 2011 and 2012 returns aren’t under MORNING-HOUR DEBATE CONFRONTING TRUMP ON ANTI- audit. He ought to release those. But The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- SCIENCE AGENDA AND TAXES he ought to release all of his tax re- turns. And this idea that they are ant to the order of the House of Janu- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The under audit is absolutely absurd. ary 3, 2017, the Chair will now recog- Chair recognizes the gentleman from The IRS has made it clear: Any tax- nize Members from lists submitted by California (Mr. SHERMAN) for 5 min- payer can release their tax return, the majority and minority leaders for utes. morning-hour debate. Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, last whether they are under audit or not, The Chair will alternate recognition Saturday was Earth Day, and tens of and everyone in the tax world—I head- between the parties, with each party thousands, hundreds of thousands, mil- ed the second largest tax agency in this limited to 1 hour and each Member lions of people across this country had country for several years, I am a CPA— other than the majority and minority to march in favor of science because, knows that you can release your tax leaders and the minority whip limited not since Galileo was condemned by returns whether you are under audit or to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- the Inquisition for asserting that the not. bate continue beyond 1:50 p.m. Earth orbits the Sun, not since Galileo Now, I understand that you don’t f was condemned by the Inquisition have want to release information to your ad- versary, and if you are being audited, WISHING ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL science deniers had such powerful friends. the IRS is your adversary. But Donald AMERICAN GOVERNMENT STU- Trump knows that the IRS already has DENTS GOOD LUCK ON UPCOM- Our species went 1,000 years without science. We call those years, in retro- his tax returns, so who is the adversary ING ADVANCED PLACEMENT spect, the Dark Ages. My time in this from which Donald Trump is with- EXAM Congress has convinced me that we holding information? The American The SPEAKER pro tempore. The should be guided by scientific con- people are the adversary that cannot Chair recognizes the gentleman from sensus, by scientific facts, not alter- see his tax return that the IRS already Florida (Mr. DUNN) for 5 minutes. native facts. has. Mr. DUNN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Scientific fact: Climate change is But it is not enough to just see Don- to wish Mr. Ryan Ziem’s American real and predominantly man-made, and ald Trump’s Form 1040, because he tells Government students at Arnold High if we don’t reduce our emission of us that he has 532 private businesses, School the very best luck in their up- greenhouse gasses, then we are going secret businesses in the sense that they coming advanced placement exam. I to lose our ports, our beaches, our do not report their financial informa- visited these students last fall, and I health, and entire countries like the tion to the SEC, over 532 of those busi- was impressed by their articulate ques- Maldives. ness entity investments. We need to tions and commitment to under- Another scientific fact: Donald see the tax returns of every business standing our system of government. Trump can’t stop global warming just entity that Trump controls. Over 100 of

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.000 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2818 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 those investments are in foreign coun- b 1400 where millions, including nearly 30,000 tries. We need to see the tax returns of U.S. troops, are within range of the AFTER RECESS Trump Panama Hotel, LLC; Trump North Korean artillery. This drill Korea, LLC; DT Dubai Golf Course, The recess having expired, the House comes on the heels of North Korea’s LLC; and all the business entities that was called to order by the Speaker pro threat to destroy U.S. aircraft carriers. he has that are doing business in Saudi tempore (Mr. POLIQUIN) at 2 p.m. Mr. Speaker, North Korea is the top threat facing the American people. Arabia, Qatar, and China. f Finally, Donald Trump ran as a popu- North Korea’s efforts to extend the list, especially on corporate issues, but PRAYER range of their ballistic missiles, while now he wants to allow corporate inver- The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick working to miniaturize a nuclear war- sions that provide tax benefits to cor- J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: head, will eventually place the West porate Benedict Arnolds who betray God of the universe, we give You Coast of the United States under direct nuclear threat. Intelligence experts es- our country and incorporate in some thanks for giving us another day. timate that the regime will be capable foreign country. He refuses to des- The House returns from a long recess of striking the West Coast in less than ignate China as a currency manipu- meeting with constituents as concerns lator, even though he pledged to the 4 years. about budget, taxes, and immigration, That is an unacceptable risk for U.S. American people during his rallies that among others, reveal the considerable national security and an intolerable he would do just that, and he refuses to divisions both in Congress and among threat facing the residents of Orange do anything about Chinese require- the American populace as well. County. I urge my colleagues to join ments for coproduction agreements. As opinions and emotions surge loud- me in condemning the recent North Donald Trump: His rallies sounded ly and with little indication of easy so- Korean provocations, demanding com- like BERNIE SANDERS, but he is gov- lution, we take this quiet moment to prehensive sanctions on the North Ko- erning like Goldman Sachs. ask Your blessing upon the Members of rean regime, and supporting all actions this people’s House. f necessary to secure the safety of our Give each Member peace and quiet Nation and allies. DELIVERING FOR THE AMERICAN discernment to work toward common f WORKER solutions that might ease our divisions and open the way to new hope and con- REMEMBERING RUBY ARNOLD The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. fidence that we as a nation will con- (Mr. CLEAVER asked and was given DUNN). The Chair recognizes the gen- tinue to shine as an example for all the permission to address the House for 1 tleman from Indiana (Mr. MESSER) for world to emulate. minute and to revise and extend his re- 5 minutes. May all that is done this day be for marks.) Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, for gen- Your greater honor and glory. Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, while it erations our Nation has celebrated the Amen. is widely known that Horace Peterson American Dream. I call it the Amer- of Kansas City was the visionary and ican promise, the simple idea that if f sole founder of the Black Archives of you work hard, you will be rewarded. THE JOURNAL Mid-America, it is little known who The American promise means that, if saved the institution from vanishing The SPEAKER pro tempore. The you show up for work every morning years later. and play by the rules, you will be able Chair has examined the Journal of the During the spring of 1998, Ruby Ar- to take care of your family and, over last day’s proceedings and announces nold, a diehard board member, began a time, your life will improve. Unfortu- to the House his approval thereof. personal crusade to secure a new home nately, for many Americans, that Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- for the organization she held dear. One promise no longer rings true today. nal stands approved. Monday morning, during a heavy rain- Before the election of Donald Trump, f storm, Ruby Arnold appeared at the front desk of the 29th floor of city hall. more than 50 percent of Americans saw PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE our economic conditions worsening, The security guard asked her if she and 50 percent of millennials think the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the had an appointment with anyone in American Dream is dead. When it gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. particular. ‘‘I don’t have an appoint- comes to economic security for low- LANCE) come forward and lead the ment,’’ she said, ‘‘but I have come to and middle-income workers, we House in the Pledge of Allegiance. see Mayor Emanuel Cleaver.’’ The assistant to the mayor replied: flatlined: paychecks have frozen, and Mr. LANCE led the Pledge of Alle- giance as follows: I’m sorry, but the mayor is not in. American families are having a harder A week later, Ruby came by again to and harder time making ends meet. As I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Repub- see the mayor and waited two hours for an uncle of mine used to say: When it an appointment that she did not have came to the end of the month, it seems lic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. to discuss a home for the Black Ar- like you got more month than money chives. to pay your bills. f And then, at a public event the next We need a renewed focus on improv- NORTH KOREA week, she asked again: Mayor, have ing the lives of everyday working you found a place for the Black Ar- Americans. That is why the Republican (Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California chives? Policy Committee, which I chair, asked and was given permission to ad- Ruby Arnold died before the opening launched a task force for the American dress the House for 1 minute.) of the new archives in the summer of worker, and our first hearing is today. Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. 2010, but former mayor, EMANUEL It is time to start delivering for the Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voice my CLEAVER, now the U.S. Representative American worker and restoring the deep concern regarding the dangerous from the Fifth District, said this loca- American promise. and irresponsible actions of the Kim tion for the Black Archives was not se- Jong-un regime in North Korea on be- cured by wishing or hoping but by the f half of the people of Orange County and merciful harassment I received from the Korean Americans I represent. RECESS one determined Ruby Arnold. May God This week marks the 85th anniver- bless her remarkable spirit. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- sary of the founding of the North Ko- f ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair rean Army. The North Korean military declares the House in recess until 2 marked the occasion by conducting a CELEBRATING THE PUBLIC SERV- p.m. today. large scale artillery drill in the coastal ICE OF CAROLANN GARAFOLA Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 10 region of Wonsan on the Sea of Japan. (Mr. LANCE asked and was given per- minutes p.m.), the House stood in re- Make no mistake, this was a direct mission to address the House for 1 cess. message to our ally, South Korea, minute.)

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.002 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2819 Mr. LANCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise DO EVERYTHING TO SECURE THE Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, as today to celebrate the public service of BORDER communities across my district and Carolann Garafola, mayor of Warren (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was across the Nation continue to deal with Township, New Jersey, as she is hon- given permission to address the House the crisis of opioid abuse and addiction, ored by the Somerset County Federa- for 1 minute.) it is hard to imagine that a synthetic tion of Republican Women as the re- Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, for drug exists that is 50 times stronger cipient of the Millicent Fenwick Award years, cries for help coming from those than heroin and 100 times stronger for Outstanding Public Service. on the front lines of the Rio Grande than morphine. Carolann’s service as a public official have fallen on deaf ears in Washington. Fentanyl is a manufactured opioid, began on the Warren Township plan- I have traveled to the southern bor- which, especially in its illicit versions, ning board 30 years ago. She then be- der many times in Texas, New Mexico, has contributed to tens of thousands of came the township committeewoman Arizona, and California. Law enforce- deaths. Especially concerning is the for that township, a post she has held ment and citizens do the best they can fact that this synthetic poison can be for 20 consecutive years, 6 as mayor. with what they have got, but they are ordered online and delivered via med- Carolann began her professional ca- outmanned, outgunned, and ical or express consignment couriers reer working with special needs chil- outfinanced by the drug cartels and from places like China, and because of dren in Glen Rock, New Jersey public other devious actors trying to enter its high potency in small amounts, schools, and is currently in her fifth the United States. Fentanyl is extremely difficult for law year as executive director of Mt. Beth- The Federal Government has been enforcement officials and authorities el Village in Warren, an apartment negligent for too long, but there is a to detect. community for adults with autism, de- new sheriff in town, and President That is why I have joined Congress- velopmental disabilities, and trau- Trump has promised that help is on the woman NIKI TSONGAS in introducing matic brain injuries. way. He wants to build a wall. the INTERDICT Act which will provide The Millicent Fenwick Award for Mr. Speaker, I believe that effective U.S. Customs and Border Protection Outstanding Public Service is awarded border security requires a comprehen- agents access to the latest chemical to a woman who serves in the tradition sive strategy that includes not only screening devices and scientific sup- of the late Congresswoman Fenwick, physical barriers in places but also in- port to both detect and intercept syn- one with a strong work ethic, high in- creased use of technology, more boots thetic opioids before they can cause tegrity, and a willingness to assist on the ground, and more boats in the our communities more harm and more those in need. Rio Grande. devastation. I congratulate Mayor Garafola on The United States has amazing capa- So I urge my colleagues to support this well-deserved recognition. bilities like aerial drones, aerostats, this bipartisan legislation. As both par- and seismic technology to detect cross- ties, we must come together, and this f ers. Let’s use and do everything to se- is one piece of a larger response to the RECOGNIZING ROTARY cure the Nation. opioid epidemic. Both parties can and INTERNATIONAL’S SUCCESS The Commander in Chief is right must come together to solve this crisis when he indicates border security is a to take on this challenge head on. (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina matter of national security. asked and was given permission to ad- f And that is just the way it is. dress the House for 1 minute and to re- vise and extend his remarks.) f ARMENIAN GENOCIDE Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. COMBATING OPIOID ABUSE ANNIVERSARY Speaker, through my service to South (Mr. BILIRAKIS asked and was given (Mr. VALADAO asked and was given Carolina’s Second Congressional Dis- permission to address the House for 1 permission to address the House for 1 trict and as past Cayce-West Columbia minute and to revise and extend his re- minute and to revise and extend his re- Rotary Club president, I appreciate Ro- marks.) marks.) tary International’s work in promoting Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I re- Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise worldwide Service Above Self. cently visited The Next 24, an addic- today to recognize the anniversary of In coordination with national gov- tion recovery residential home in New the Armenian genocide, a horrific ernments, Rotary International cre- Port Richey, Florida. They do fantastic event impacting many of my own con- ated the Global Polio Eradication Ini- work to give those impacted by addic- stituents in California. tiative, producing Polio Plus as one of tion a second chance. After all, the From 1915 to 1923, the Ottoman Em- the most successful public-private opioid crisis is not only a national epi- pire engaged in a systematic and orga- health initiatives in history. The ini- demic; it is happening here in our local nized deportation and extermination of tiative has provided immunizations for communities. over 2 million Armenians from their more than 2.5 billion children, spared Addiction knows no bounds and does homeland. It is estimated that nearly 15 million from disability, prevented not discriminate based on race, age, in- 1.5 million Armenian men, women, and over 1.5 million deaths, and has re- come, or ZIP Code. It seems like so children were killed and many more duced polio illnesses by 99 percent. many people have a story about how permanently displaced or forced to Earlier this year, I introduced H. they have been affected. flee. Res. 165, recognizing Rotary Inter- Thanks to the 21st Century Cures I recall one Armenian genocide re- national’s work on the Global Polio Act, Florida will soon receive $27 mil- membrance ceremony outside city hall Eradication Initiative and supporting lion in new grant funding to help fight in Fresno, California. During the cere- their ongoing services. the opioid crisis. The $27 million will mony, I was given a copy of the event While we have made remarkable go towards increasing access to treat- invitation, which had inscribed the strides, more work remains. I am ment and recovery services, strength- words of Avetis Aharonian, an influen- grateful to support the current presi- ening public education efforts, and im- tial Armenian writer and poet. It read: dent of the Global Polio Eradication proving pain management practices. ‘‘If evil of this magnitude can be ig- Initiative with Rotary International This critical grant is the first of two nored, if our own children forget, then President John Germ and past Vice rounds of funding to support an all- we deserve oblivion and earn the President Anne Matthews of Columbia, hands-on-deck approach in Florida to world’s scorn.’’ South Carolina. combat opioid abuse and save lives. The passionate and enduring advo- In conclusion, God bless our troops, f cacy of the Armenian Americans, espe- and we will never forget September the cially those in California’s Central Val- 11th in the global war on terrorism. SOLVING OPIOID CRISIS ley, is evidence that the descendants of Our sympathy to the family of Na- (Mr. FITZPATRICK asked and was those who escaped the genocide have tional Review conservative stalwart given permission to address the House not forgotten this evil or their obliga- Kate O’Beirne. for 1 minute.) tion to share its lessons with the world.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS. f past, this year I took part in the Cap- (a) IN GENERAL.—Under conditions to be itol Hill remembrance ceremony and b 1630 prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol supported the Armenian Caucus’ and the Capitol Police Board, the event shall AFTER RECESS screening of ‘‘The Promise,’’ a film be— The recess having expired, the House (1) free of admission charge and open to the made possible by Fresno-native Kirk public; and Kerkorian that depicts the Armenian was called to order by the Speaker pro (2) arranged not to interfere with the needs people’s will to survive. tempore (Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky) at 4 of Congress. To the Armenian community o’clock and 30 minutes p.m. (b) EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES.—The spon- throughout the United States, please f sors of the Memorial Service and Exhibition know that I stand with you today and shall assume full responsibility for all ex- always in honoring Aharonian’s words ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER penses and liabilities incident to all activi- and never forgetting all those impacted PRO TEMPORE ties associated with the events. by the Armenian genocide. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- SEC. 4. EVENT PREPARATIONS. Subject to the approval of the Architect of f ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair the Capitol, the sponsors referred to in sec- will postpone further proceedings b 1415 tion 3(b) are authorized to erect upon the today on motions to suspend the rules Capitol Grounds such stage, sound amplifi- MEDIA BIAS SETS RECORD on which a recorded vote or the yeas cation devices, and other related structures (Mr. SMITH of Texas asked and was and nays are ordered, or on which the and equipment, as may be required for the given permission to address the House vote incurs objection under clause 6 of Memorial Service and Exhibition. for 1 minute and to revise and extend rule XX. SEC. 5. ENFORCEMENT OF RESTRICTIONS. The Capitol Police Board shall provide for his remarks.) Record votes on postponed questions will be taken later. enforcement of the restrictions contained in Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, section 5104(c) of title 40, United States Code, the biased liberal media have forgotten f concerning sales, advertisements, displays, their responsibility to our democracy: and solicitations on the Capitol Grounds, as AUTHORIZING USE OF CAPITOL give the American people the facts, well as other restrictions applicable to the GROUNDS FOR NATIONAL PEACE don’t tell them what to think. Capitol Grounds, in connection with the A new report by the Media Research OFFICERS MEMORIAL SERVICE events. Center shows that coverage of Presi- Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I move The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- dent Trump by the broadcast networks to suspend the rules and agree to the ant to the rule, the gentleman from has been 89 percent negative, higher concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 35) Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON) and the gen- than any other President. authorizing the use of the Capitol tleman from Georgia (Mr. JOHNSON) Is it any wonder that half of Ameri- Grounds for the National Peace Offi- each will control 20 minutes. cans disapprove of the job President cers Memorial Service and the Na- The Chair recognizes the gentleman Trump is doing? tional Honor Guard and Pipe Band Ex- from Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON). The real wonder is that it is not hibition. GENERAL LEAVE greater, given what the public hears The Clerk read the title of the con- Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I ask and reads every day. current resolution. unanimous consent that all Members According to a recent Gallup Poll, 55 The text of the concurrent resolution may have 5 legislative days in which to percent of U.S. adults say that news or- is as follows: revise and extend their remarks and in- ganizations’ stories are ‘‘often inac- H. CON RES. 35 clude extraneous material on H. Con. curate.’’ Only 36 percent say the media Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Res. 35. get the facts straight. Senate concurring), The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Commonsense, reasonable Americans SECTION 1. USE OF THE CAPITOL GROUNDS FOR objection to the request of the gen- would do well to discount the liberal NATIONAL PEACE OFFICERS MEMO- tleman from Georgia? media since they don’t provide fair and RIAL SERVICE. There was no objection. objective information. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Grand Lodge of the Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary f myself such time as I may consume. shall be permitted to sponsor a public event, Mr. Speaker, H. Con. Res. 35 author- COMMUNICATION FROM THE the 36th Annual National Peace Officers Me- izes the use of the Capitol Grounds for CLERK OF THE HOUSE morial Service (in this resolution referred to as the ‘‘Memorial Service’’), on the Capitol the annual National Police Officers’ The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- Grounds, in order to honor the law enforce- Memorial Service and the National fore the House the following commu- ment officers who died in the line of duty Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhi- nication from the Clerk of the House of during 2016. bition. These events are held each year Representatives: (b) DATE OF MEMORIAL SERVICE.—The Me- as part of Police Week to honor the OFFICE OF THE CLERK, morial Service shall be held on May 15, 2017, men and women who sacrificed their HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, or on such other date as the Speaker of the lives in the line of duty. This use of the Washington, DC, April 25, 2017. House of Representatives and the Committee Capitol Grounds is a worthy recogni- Hon. PAUL D. RYAN, on Rules and Administration of the Senate jointly designate, with preparation for the tion of the honorable sacrifice of our The Speaker, House of Representatives, Nation’s brave first responders and Washington, DC. event to begin on May 11, 2017, and take- DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- down completed on May 16, 2017. their families. mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of SEC. 2. USE OF THE CAPITOL GROUNDS FOR NA- This year, 234 fallen officers will be the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- TIONAL HONOR GUARD AND PIPE honored, which is 100 more than last tives, the Clerk received the following mes- BAND EXHIBITION. year. Ten of these officers are from my sage from the Secretary of the Senate on (a) IN GENERAL.—The Grand Lodge of the home State of Georgia, and 70 died April 25, 2017, at 9:25 a.m.: Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary from 9/11-related cancer. This year, we Appointments: shall be permitted to sponsor a public event, will also remember five officers of the Board of Directors of the Office of Compli- the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Ex- ance. hibition (in this resolution referred to as the Dallas Police Department for their With best wishes, I am, ‘‘Exhibition’’), on the Capitol Grounds, in courage in the line of fire while re- Sincerely, order to allow law enforcement representa- sponding to the shootings in Dallas at KAREN L. HAAS. tives to exhibit their ability to demonstrate last July’s protest.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.006 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2821 This is a clear reminder of the sac- SECTION 1. USE OF CAPITOL GROUNDS FOR gia, in competing at the world cham- rifices that our men and women in law SOAP BOX DERBY RACES. pionship in Akron, Ohio. enforcement make every day as they (a) IN GENERAL.—The Greater Washington Mr. Speaker, I urge support of this Soap Box Derby Association (in this resolu- resolution, and I reserve the balance of put their lives on the line to maintain tion referred to as the ‘‘sponsor’’) shall be safe communities for us and our loved permitted to sponsor a public event, soap box my time. ones. We must do all we can to support derby races (in this resolution referred to as Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- these brave men and women and their the ‘‘event’’), on the Capitol Grounds. er, I yield myself such time as I may families. (b) DATE OF EVENT.—The event shall be consume. Mr. Speaker, I urge support of this held on June 17, 2017, or on such other date I would like to, first of all, thank my resolution, and I reserve the balance of as the Speaker of the House of Representa- good friend from Maryland, Represent- my time. tives and the Committee on Rules and Ad- ative STENY HOYER, for introducing Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- ministration of the Senate jointly designate. this resolution on behalf of the entire er, I yield myself such time as I may SEC. 2. TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Washington regional delegation. The (a) IN GENERAL.—Under conditions to be consume. Greater Washington Soap Box Derby is prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol an annual competitive event that en- Mr. Speaker, H. Con. Res. 35 author- and the Capitol Police Board, the event shall izes use of the Capitol Grounds for the be— courages boys and girls, ages 9 through annual National Peace Officers’ Memo- (1) free of admission charge and open to the 16, to construct and race their own rial Service on May 15 and a National public; and soapbox vehicles. Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhi- (2) arranged not to interfere with the needs This Capitol Hill event has become a bition. Both events will be coordinated of Congress. great tradition in Washington, D.C., in with the Architect of the Capitol and (b) EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES.—The spon- our metropolitan area over the last 20 the Capitol Police. sor shall assume full responsibility for all years. It provides a terrific opportunity The National Peace Officers’ Memo- expenses and liabilities incident to all activi- for children to appreciate the work- ties associated with the event. rial will honor the 144 law enforcement manship necessary to build the vehi- SEC. 3. EVENT PREPARATIONS. cles and enjoy the thrill of competi- officers killed in the line of duty in Subject to the approval of the Architect of 2016. In addition, the memorial event tion. the Capitol, the sponsor is authorized to The Greater Washington Soap Box will honor 70 police officers who died erect upon the Capitol Grounds such stage, from cancer related to 9/11 and 30 offi- sound amplification devices, and other re- Derby organizers will work with the cers who died within the past 5 years lated structures and equipment as may be re- Architect of the Capitol and the Cap- who were not previously honored. quired for the event. itol Police to ensure the appropriate Eight of those officers this year hail SEC. 4. ADDITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS. rules and regulations are in place and from my home State of Georgia. I offer The Architect of the Capitol and the Cap- that the event remains free to the pub- the deepest condolences to the families itol Police Board are authorized to make lic. of those officers who have had to en- such additional arrangements as may be re- I support this resolution, and I urge quired to carry out the event. dure the tragedy of losing a loved one my colleagues to vote for this legisla- who volunteered to protect my fellow SEC. 5. ENFORCEMENT OF RESTRICTIONS. tion. The Capitol Police Board shall provide for You know, the Washington Soap Box Georgians. enforcement of the restrictions contained in Derby was an event that was being held I have deep appreciation for the fall- section 5104(c) of title 40, United States Code, en officers and the ultimate sacrifice during the times that I was here in concerning sales, advertisements, displays, Washington, D.C., growing up. I was that they have made on behalf of their and solicitations on the Capitol Grounds, as born and raised here in Washington, local communities. I support this reso- well as other restrictions applicable to the D.C. I left at the age of 17 to come to lution and urge Members to join me in Capitol Grounds, with respect to the event. Georgia. When I got to Georgia, I fell supporting this tribute to law enforce- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- in love with Georgia; and I have been ment officers who died in the line of ant to the rule, the gentleman from there for the last 47 years or so, and it duty in the year 2016. Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON) and the gen- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance has been a good run for me. tleman from Georgia (Mr. JOHNSON) But I tell you, remembering those oc- of my time. each will control 20 minutes. Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield casions when the soapbox derby came The Chair recognizes the gentleman to Washington, D.C., in my youth and back the balance of my time. from Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON). The SPEAKER pro tempore. The going to watch the races, and, you GENERAL LEAVE question is on the motion offered by know, it was really a joyful occasion, Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I ask mass crowds gathered, people are root- the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. FER- unanimous consent that all Members ing for their neighbors and their rel- GUSON) that the House suspend the may have 5 legislative days in which to rules and agree to the concurrent reso- atives and their friends, and pretty revise and extend their remarks and in- lution, H. Con. Res. 35. soon everybody is rooting for every- The question was taken; and (two- clude extraneous materials on H. Con. body. And to see the cars, the crafts- thirds being in the affirmative) the Res. 36. manship that went into building those The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there rules were suspended and the concur- cars, it is really a joy. objection to the request of the gen- rent resolution was agreed to. I haven’t been to a soapbox derby A motion to reconsider was laid on tleman from Georgia? since those times, so I imagine the the table. There was no objection. craftsmanship that is going into these Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield vehicles now is probably astounding f myself as much time as I may con- what these young people and their sup- AUTHORIZING USE OF CAPITOL sume. porters do in preparation for this soap- GROUNDS FOR GREATER WASH- H. Con. Res. 36 authorizes the use of box derby. But still, although the vehi- INGTON SOAP BOX DERBY the Capitol Grounds for the annual cles have probably gotten more sophis- Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I move Greater Washington Soap Box Derby in ticated and the preparation has gotten to suspend the rules and agree to the June. more detailed, the aspiration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 36) Since the first official All-American soapbox derby remains the same, and authorizing the use of the Capitol Soap Box Derby in 1934, the mission of that is for young people to challenge Grounds for the Greater Washington the soapbox derby has been to build themselves to do something, get out of Soap Box Derby. knowledge and character and to teach their comfort zone, construct some- The Clerk read the title of the con- fair and honest competition. This tra- thing, build something, then watch it current resolution. dition also allows children to dem- actually move, and then even win the The text of the concurrent resolution onstrate their dedication and cre- competition. So it is a great thrill, I is as follows: ativity. am sure. H. CON. RES. 36 Winners from this local competition I reserve the balance of my time. Resolved by the House of Representatives (the will join those from other races, in- Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I re- Senate concurring), cluding from my home State of Geor- serve the balance of my time.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:47 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.011 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2822 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- tainly one of the great contests in the (H.R. 455) to designate the United er, I yield such time as he may con- world and teaches participating youth States courthouse located at 501 East sume to the gentleman from Maryland about fortitude, about leadership, Court Street in Jackson, Mississippi, (Mr. HOYER). about engineering, sportsmanship, and as the ‘‘R. Jess Brown United States Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank pride of achievement. Courthouse’’. the gentleman from Georgia for yield- b 1645 The Clerk read the title of the bill. ing, and I thank the chairman for The text of the bill is as follows: bringing this resolution to the floor. In addition to bringing families to- H.R. 455 Mr. Speaker, as I was sitting here lis- gether, the Soap Box Derby brings Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- tening to Congressman JOHNSON, I got communities closer together, Mr. resentatives of the United States of America in so inspired that I just want to go out Speaker. Many of the races are spon- Congress assembled, and jump in a soapbox or jump on a sored and cheered by their local civic SECTION 1. DESIGNATION. soapbox to give my talk. groups, police, fire departments, and The United States courthouse located at I have been at this for a very long pe- service organizations. 501 East Court Street in Jackson, Mis- riod of time. The soapbox derby has I have been proud, as I said, Mr. sissippi, shall be known and designated as been going on for 76 years; 36 of those Speaker, to sponsor this resolution for the ‘‘R. Jess Brown United States Court- house’’. years, I had the great privilege of serv- 26 years, and I believe strongly in the importance of this tradition and am SEC. 2. REFERENCES. ing in this body. I rise each year to Any reference in a law, map, regulation, sponsor the resolution allowing the convinced of the very positive impact document, paper, or other record of the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby the Derby has on young people from United States to the United States court- Association to hold its annual race on my district who participate, around house referred to in section 1 shall be deemed the Capitol Grounds. It is appropriate, this region, and around the country. to be a reference to the ‘‘R. Jess Brown I think, that it is here at the Capitol. Maryland’s Fifth District, my dis- United States Courthouse’’. The inspiration of the Capitol, the in- trict, has been home to a number of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- spiration of the dome, the inspiration Greater Washington Soap Box Derby ant to the rule, the gentleman from and excitement of which Congressman winners, including the winners from Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON) and the gen- JOHNSON just spoke, I think, captures 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, and 2014. tleman from Georgia (Mr. JOHNSON) the sense of what ‘‘soapbox derby’’ The Washington region is millions of each will control 20 minutes. means. people. My young people and their ad- The Chair recognizes the gentleman This year marks, as I said, the 76th visers, otherwise may be called par- from Georgia (Mr. FERGUSON). year of the derby, Mr. Speaker, at ents, are doing pretty well in this, and GENERAL LEAVE which young people from around the we are proud of that. Our racers even Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I ask region, from age 8 all the way to age 17, won the national championship in 2007 unanimous consent that all Members compete in three divisions. Those divi- and 2008. may have 5 legislative days in which to sions are stock, super stock, and mas- I hope my colleagues, Mr. Speaker, revise and extend their remarks and in- ters. So you are talking about these so- will join me in supporting this resolu- clude extraneous materials on H.R. 455. phisticated soapboxes. They are not tion and thanking the organizers of the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there your father’s soapbox, that is for sure. Greater Washington Soap Box Derby. I objection to the request of the gen- It is not only a fun and exciting hope they will also join me in con- tleman from Georgia? event, it is also educational and brings gratulating, in advance, all of the There was no objection. children together, young people to- young people from the region who will Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield gether, young adults together with be participating on June 17. myself such time as I may consume. their parents, grandparents, siblings, I also want to thank my cosponsors: H.R. 455 would designate the United and neighbors to plan and build their GERRY CONNOLLY, DON BEYER, JOHN States courthouse located at 501 East soapbox racers. DELANEY, JAMIE RASKIN, ANTHONY Court Street in Jackson, Mississippi, You know, one of the things we need BROWN, ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, and as the R. Jess Brown United States in America is more engineers. I am a BARBARA COMSTOCK. This is a bipar- Courthouse. lawyer. I don’t know that we need tisan resolution. I am sure everybody Mr. Brown, a native of Oklahoma, at- more lawyers. And we need doctors, of will support it, and I am sure that the tended Illinois State University, Indi- course, but people tell me, if we are excitement of which Congressman ana University, and the Texas South- going to make things in America, we JOHNSON spoke will be experienced by ern University law school. need more engineers, people who work those young people as they race to- In the 1960s, R. Jess Brown was one of with their hands, people who create, wards victory. Whether they win the only four African-American lawyers li- people who design, and that is what number one spot, they will be winners censed to practice in Mississippi. In this soapbox derby is about. for having participated in this creative 1962, Mr. Brown took on his most fa- Doing so, participating in this con- contest that makes them better people. mous case, where he worked on behalf test helps connect these young people Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- of James Meredith, an African-Amer- with hands-on engineering and manu- er, I yield back the balance of my time. ican student who sought enrollment at facturing lessons which promote great- Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield the University of Mississippi. Mr. er interest in the STEM fields which back the balance of my time. Brown’s successful lawsuit broke the we all talk about: science, technology, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The color barrier at the University of Mis- engineering, and math. This has been question is on the motion offered by sissippi and helped set the tone for fu- the case, Mr. Speaker, since the first the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. FER- ture litigation in the civil rights move- soapbox derby in 1938, and this long GUSON) that the House suspend the ment. tradition now continues in the 21st rules and agree to the concurrent reso- Although the Meredith case may be century. lution, H. Con. Res. 36. his most famous trial, Mr. Brown al- The winner in each division will then The question was taken; and (two- ready had established a history of liti- qualify to race against the regional thirds being in the affirmative) the gating for civil rights stretching back champions from across the Nation rules were suspended and the concur- to 1948, when he sued on behalf of later this year, at Derby Downs, at the rent resolution was agreed to. Black teachers in Jackson, Mississippi, All-American Soap Box Derby in A motion to reconsider was laid on who sought salaries on par with their Akron, Ohio. the table. White colleagues. This year, the Greater Washington f R. Jess Brown helped to break down Soap Box Derby will be held on June barriers and set historical precedent 17, Mr. Speaker. The derby has been R. JESS BROWN UNITED STATES that has shaped our Nation for the bet- called ‘‘the greatest amateur racing COURTHOUSE ter. It is only appropriate that we event in the world.’’ I don’t know Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I move honor the work of Mr. Brown by nam- whether it is the greatest, but it is cer- to suspend the rules and pass the bill ing this courthouse after him.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:47 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.013 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2823 Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Civil rights icons Medgar Wiley major role in fighting racial discrimi- my time. Evers and Dr. Aaron Henry. nation in the areas of transportation Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Mr. Speaker, Mr. Brown was admit- and other public accommodations. er, I rise in support of H.R. 455. I want ted to practice law before all Mis- During his lifetime, R. Jess Brown to commend my friend on the other sissippi court systems; the United received numerous awards and honors, side of the aisle for his eloquence and States District Court for the Northern including the NAACP’s Lawyer of the for his support of H.R. 455. District of Mississippi; the United Year Award, the National Bar Associa- I yield such time as he may consume States District Court for the Southern tion’s C. Francis Stradford Award, and to the gentleman from Mississippi (Mr. District of Mississippi; the United the Mississippi Teachers Association THOMPSON). States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Award for extraordinary service to edu- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Circuit; and the United States Supreme cation in Mississippi. Other accom- Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Court. Mr. Brown also served on the plishments are too numerous to men- Georgia for yielding me the time. Executive Board of the National Bar tion but, unfortunately, are not as well Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. Association for approximately 15 years. known as they should be, and this is 455, a bill to designate the United Mr. Speaker, on December 31, 1989, R. the least that we can do to honor the States courthouse in Jackson, Mis- Jess Brown died in Jackson, Mis- legacy of this important American. sissippi, as the R. Jess Brown United sissippi, at the age of 77. I support this legislation honoring States Courthouse. Mr. Speaker, R. Jess Brown is well- the life’s work of R. Jess Brown, and I Mr. Speaker, Richard Jess Brown was deserving of this honor, and I urge my urge my colleagues to join me and pass born on September 12, 1912, in Coffey- colleagues to join me in supporting H.R. 455. ville, Kansas. His parents, Ernestine H.R. 455. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance and Joe Brown, were jazz musicians Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I con- of my time. and performed in and managed a local tinue to reserve the balance of my Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I yield theater. time. back the balance of my time. Jess received a bachelor of science in Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The industrial arts from Illinois State Nor- er, I yield myself the balance of my question is on the motion offered by mal University and a master of science time. the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. FER- in industrial education from Indiana Mr. Speaker, R. Jess Brown is the GUSON) that the House suspend the University in Bloomington, Indiana. type of individual who is an American rules and pass the bill, H.R. 455. After teaching at Alcorn State Uni- success story. Just listening to the The question was taken; and (two- versity, Jess moved to Jackson, Mis- comments of my colleague, Congress- thirds being in the affirmative) the sissippi, where he taught industrial man THOMPSON, about R. Jess Brown rules were suspended and the bill was arts at Lanier High School, the only made me very proud of his accomplish- passed. Black high school in the city at that ments. He seemed to have been a Ren- A motion to reconsider was laid on time. While teaching at Lanier, Jess aissance man with a southern twist. He the table. became an intervening plaintiff in a seemed to be a gentleman and a schol- f lawsuit that sought equal pay for ar, yet someone who worked with his Black teachers in Jackson. hands, also, and showed others how to METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGA- After teaching in Jackson, Jess at- do so. NIZATION COORDINATION AND tended Texas Southern University Law That is why I rise in support of H.R. PLANNING AREA REFORM RE- School. Jess left the law school before 455, a bill to designate the Federal PEAL ACT receiving his juris doctorate, but was courthouse in Jackson, Mississippi, as Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- able to return to Mississippi and pass the R. Jess Brown United States Court- er, I move to suspend the rules and the Mississippi bar in 1953. house. I can’t think of any better name pass the bill (S. 496) to repeal the rule Beginning his law career in Vicks- for a courthouse in that locale other issued by the Federal Highway Admin- burg, Mississippi, Jess confined his than the R. Jess Brown United States istration and the Federal Transit Ad- practice to cases involving divorces, Courthouse. Attorney R. Jess Brown ministration entitled ‘‘Metropolitan deeds, land titles, and other practices was a towering champion during crit- Planning Organization Coordination that did not agitate White members of ical moments in the civil rights move- and Planning Area Reform’’. the bar. However, after the Brown v. ment in the South, and especially in The Clerk read the title of the bill. Board of Education of Topeka ruling in Mississippi. The text of the bill is as follows: 1954, Jess felt compelled to defend the Jess Brown received his law degree S. 496 civil rights of African Americans. from the Thurgood Marshall School of Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- In the fall of 1955, the conditions and Law at Texas Southern University, resentatives of the United States of America in hardships endured by Black lawyers in which is my law school alma mater, Congress assembled, the courts led Mr. Brown and seven and he practiced law in Mississippi SECTION 1. REPEAL. other Black attorneys to establish the throughout the sixties and seventies as The rule issued by the Federal Highway Magnolia Bar Association. one of the few attorneys willing to Administration and the Federal Transit Ad- Mr. Speaker, R. Jess Brown is cred- practice civil rights law. He made the ministration entitled ‘‘Metropolitan Plan- ited with filing the first civil suit on metamorphosis from being a divorce ning Organization Coordination and Plan- behalf of an African American in Mis- lawyer into being a civil rights lawyer. ning Area Reform’’ (81 Fed. Reg. 93448 (De- sissippi, that lawsuit on behalf of a Jef- He was associate counsel for the Na- cember 20, 2016)) shall have no force or effect, ferson County minister who challenged tional Association for the Advance- and any regulation revised by that rule shall be applied as if that rule had not been issued. laws that prevented Blacks from vot- ment of Colored People, the NAACP ing. Legal Defense and Educational Fund, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. Speaker, Jess Brown has an ex- and he filed the first civil rights suit in ant to the rule, the gentleman from tensive record as a civil rights lawyer. Mississippi in the 1950s in Jefferson Minnesota (Mr. LEWIS) and the gen- His list of clients include: Davis County, seeking the enforcement tleman from Georgia (Mr. JOHNSON) Clyde Kennard, who was charged of the right of Black citizens to become each will control 20 minutes. with and convicted of a fictitious crime registered voters. The Chair recognizes the gentleman while attempting to desegregate the In 1961, R. Jess Brown represented from Minnesota. University of Southern Mississippi; James H. Meredith in his suit to be al- GENERAL LEAVE James H. Meredith, whose litigation lowed to enter the University of Mis- Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- ultimately led to the integration of the sissippi. His victory in this case opened er, I ask unanimous consent that all University of Mississippi; the doors of that university to all Mis- Members may have 5 legislative days Dr. Gilbert Mason, who led the effort sissippi citizens. in which to revise and extend their re- to end racial segregation on the beach- While with the NAACP Legal Defense marks and include extraneous mate- es of Biloxi, Mississippi; and and Educational Fund, he played a rials on S. 496.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:28 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.017 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2824 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tion or control from local citizens. The members. The legislation you will consider objection to the request of the gen- MPO council representing the Twin today would immediately restore certainty tleman from Minnesota? Cities area is entirely appointed by the to the planning process for hundreds of plan- There was no objection. Governor. Through State statute, they ning organizations. Its bipartisan support is an indication that members from both par- b 1700 have the ability to levy taxes, and, like ties recognize the damage this Final Rule all MPOs, they determine what trans- Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- could inflict on the transportation planning portation projects to pursue. An expan- process and project implementation. er, I yield myself such time as I may sion of MPO boundaries could mean a We thank you for your consideration of consume. new tax for surrounding counties to Mr. Speaker, let me begin by thank- this matter, and reaffirm our request that fund transportation projects that do you support passage of S. 496. ing my colleague across the aisle, Rep- not address their local needs. Sincerely, resentative LIPINSKI, for his work on Mr. Speaker, I encourage my col- LESLIE WOLLACK, the original House version of this legis- leagues to support this measure and re- Executive Director, lation and to Senator DUCKWORTH for turn current law to what Congress in- National Association introducing the corresponding lan- tended when it passed the FAST Act. of Regional Coun- guage in the Senate. We all understood cils. This bill ensures that States, cities, DELANIA HARDY, the unintended ramifications that this and counties retain decisionmaking last-minute rule created, and we Executive Director, As- ability when it comes to planning their sociation of Metro- worked together to address this issue. development and transportation politan Planning Or- This bill rescinds the Federal High- growth. ganizations. way Administration and Federal Tran- Our language restores certainty to sit Administration’s Metropolitan local officials already in planning AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE Planning Organization Coordination phases for local projects and could save HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION and Planning Reform rule that was MPOs more than $340 million over the OFFICIALS, promulgated in December, 2016. next several years conforming to the Washington, DC, March 10, 2017. After being sworn in to the House of regulation. The essence of this bill is Re H.R. 1346 to repeal the rule issued by the FHWA and the FTA entitled ‘‘Metropoli- Representatives, one of the first pieces local control. The more government is of legislation I offered was to repeal tan Planning Organization and Coordina- removed from the people, the less re- tion and Planning Area Reform’’ this rule. Through the Transportation sponsive it becomes. Self-governance and Infrastructure Committee, we were works best when closest to home. DEAR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS: The Amer- ican Association of State Highway and able to work in a bipartisan manner to I want to thank Chairman SHUSTER achieve that goal, and I was proud to Transportation Officials (AASHTO) ex- for his leadership on this matter, as presses our full support of H.R. 1346 which serve as the lead Republican in advanc- well as my colleagues, Representative ing a commonsense policy unanimously will repeal the recently issued rule by the LIPINSKI and Senator DUCKWORTH, for Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) through our committee. their work on this bill, and I encourage and the Federal Transit Administration This flawed rule mandates the expan- all my colleagues to support our bill. (FTA) entitled ‘‘Metropolitan Planning Or- sion of boundaries for federally re- Mr. Speaker, I include in the RECORD ganization Coordination and Planning Area quired Metropolitan Planning Organi- a letter from the National Association Reform’’ (81 Fed. Reg. 93448) finalized on De- zations, or MPOs. There are 409 MPOs of Regional Councils and the Associa- cember 20, 2016. Representing all 50 states, in the United States, and the Depart- tion of Metropolitan Planning Organi- the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, AASHTO serves as a liaison between state ment of Transportation identified that zations, and a letter from the Amer- more than one-third of these MPOs departments of transportation (state DOTs) ican Association of State Highway and and the federal government. would immediately be subject to the Transportation Officials. new requirements of this rule. AASHTO and its members are supportive NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REGIONAL of voluntary opportunities to strengthen re- By requiring that MPO boundaries COUNCILS AND ASSOCIATION OF gional transportation planning by states and encompass the entire urbanized area METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANI- metropolitan planning organizations and any surrounding areas that may be ZATIONS, (MPOs). As expressed in our comments on urbanized within 20 years, the Depart- April 25, 2017. the NPRM regarding this rule, we do not see ment of Transportation has taken DEAR MEMBER OF CONGRESS: On behalf of a basis for making substantial changes to away the ability for States and local- the members of the Association of Metro- the planning process as required in the rule. politan Planning Organizations (AMPO) and ities to determine how to plan their National Association of Regional Councils AASHTO has significant concerns with the transportation networks. In many (NARC), we wish to express our strong sup- specific mandates that the rule imposes upon cases, this rule pushes an MPO into the port for a bill expected on the floor later states and MPOs. The regulation will add boundary of another MPO, forcing con- today: S. 496—‘‘To repeal the rule issued by significant additional legal and administra- solidation of areas that are represented the Federal Highway Administration and the tive requirements that would serve as bar- riers to constructive and flexible approaches by different governing bodies. These Federal Transit Administration entitled ‘‘Metropolitan Planning Organization Co- to planning and programming being imple- areas are not capped and could become mented by states and MPOs today. Imposing extremely expansive. There are even ordination and Planning Area Reform’’. This legislation passed the Senate unanimously these new requirements goes against the instances where MPOs would be man- on March 8. Identical legislation from Rep- Congressional intent of the Fixing America’s dated to include cities and counties in resentatives Daniel Lipinski and Jason Surface Transportation (FAST) Act to neighboring States. Lewis, H.R. 1346, has the support of 26 bipar- streamline project delivery. The rule also The question is: Why did the DOT tisan co-sponsors and passed the Transpor- epitomizes the one-size-fits-all approach that feel the need to institute this rule? tation and Infrastructure Committee by does not allow flexibility to tailor processes and solutions to the diverse needs, opportu- States already have the ability to reas- voice vote on March 29. AMPO and NARC support increased plan- nities, and constraints faced by states and sess their MPO boundaries. MPOs have MPOs across the nation. the ability to expand beyond their ning coordination at all levels, but this Final Rule has significant drawbacks that make We appreciate your tremendous leadership boundaries by using memorandums of its implementation impractical, and would in repealing this specific rule. If you would understanding. Minnesota uses several hinder the regional planning process and like to discuss these issues further, please for transportation planning. Addition- delay project implementation. Our extensive contact AASHTO’s Program Director for ally, every 4 years, MPOs are required joint comments to the federal docket explain Planning and Performance Management. to participate in a review process that in significant detail the problems with this Sincerely, identifies areas of concern like the rule and the negative consequences we be- DAVID BERNHARDT, P.E., planning of projects with neighboring lieve would result. Ours was one of more President, American areas. than 600 comments to the docket that asked Association of State this rule be withdrawn or substantially Highway and Trans- Meanwhile, in the instances of modified. Neither occurred, so legislative ac- portation Officials; unelected MPOs, like Minnesota’s Met- tion is required. Commissioner, ropolitan Council, this rule encourages Repeal of this Final Rule is a key priority Maine Department them to expand without any participa- for our organizations and for many of our of Transportation.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:28 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.020 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2825 Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- thank you, Mr. Chairman, and this Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP). For er, I reserve the balance of my time. committee for acting on legislation to densely populated regions like Northern New Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- remedy this.’’ Jersey, the proposed rule would reduce local er, I yield myself such time as I may Repeal of this rule is supported also decision-making by either forcing MPO con- consume. by the American Association of State solidation or requiring a burdensome multi-re- Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. Highway and Transportation Officials, gion single long-term TIP that could weaken 496, a straightforward bill to repeal the Association of Metropolitan Plan- local input. The NJTPA region covering my changes made to the transportation ning Organizations, and the National district already includes 6.7 million people and planning process in the waning days of Association of Regional Councils. its TIP is over $2 Billion—adding any more to the Obama administration. Last month, the Transportation and their plate would be unwieldy. We just need to On June 27, 2016, the Federal High- Infrastructure Committee passed H.R. witness the dysfunction at the Port Authority of way Administration and the Federal 1346, an identical bill to S. 496, by voice New York and New Jersey to know that man- Transit Administration jointly pub- vote. H.R. 1346, introduced by the gen- dating New Jersey to undertake transportation lished a proposed rule to make signifi- tleman from Illinois (Mr. LIPINSKI), is a planning with New York City and New York cant changes to surface transportation bipartisan bill with 29 cosponsors. State in this way would be a recipe for dis- planning regulations in an attempt to S. 496 stops the controversial changes aster. promote more effective regional plan- I have described from going into effect. I thank my colleagues for advancing this bill, ning by States and Metropolitan Plan- The bill does not preclude the adminis- look forward to this rule being put back on the ning Organizations, MPOs. The pro- tration from pursuing changes in the shelf, and hope DOT can come up with some- posed rule was well-intentioned, aim- future, through a new notice and com- thing less burdensome in their quest to reform ing to strengthen coordination among ment rulemaking, to improve the plan- transportation planning processes. planning partners and neighboring ning process by strengthening the co- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The communities. ordination of MPOs and States. question is on the motion offered by However, the rule was haphazardly Mr. Speaker, I support this legisla- the gentleman from Minnesota (Mr. put together on an expedited timeline, tion, and I urge my colleagues to do LEWIS) that the House suspend the with very little input from States and the same. rules and pass the bill, S. 496. local planning organizations. It is not I yield back the balance of my time. The question was taken. surprising, therefore, that the result Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the was overwhelming opposition to the er, I urge my colleagues to join me in opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being specific requirements of the rule. supporting this important legislation, in the affirmative, the ayes have it. This rule was not mandated by Con- and I yield back the balance of my Mr. LEWIS of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- gress. In fact, Congress made very few time. er, on that I demand the yeas and nays. changes to the planning process in the Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- The yeas and nays were ordered. most recent surface transportation re- port of S. 496, which is the first and likely only The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- authorization, the Fixing America’s legislation striking an Obama Administration ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Surface Transportation Act, also era rule or regulation outright that I will be ceedings on this motion will be post- known as the FAST Act. supporting this Congress. poned. Among other changes, the adminis- From when I first learned of the rule last f tration sought to require that, in any year, I have had strong concerns about the urbanized area represented by more United States Department of Transportation’s AVIATION EMPLOYEE SCREENING than one MPO, the MPOs would be re- (DOT) proposal on Metropolitan Planning Or- AND SECURITY ENHANCEMENT quired to either merge or realign their ganization Coordination and Planning Area ACT OF 2017 boundaries or develop unified planning Reform. Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I move to documents. This requirement for joint Planning was a top priority of one of my suspend the rules and pass the bill planning documents would apply in ur- predecessors in the United States House of (H.R. 876) to amend the Homeland Se- banized areas that cross State lines. Representatives, former Public Works Com- curity Act of 2002 to reform programs This provision, in particular, caused mittee Chairman Bob Roe. In the Intermodal of the Transportation Security Admin- substantial concern in the planning Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) istration, and for other purposes, as community. of 1991, the Congress overhauled the plan- amended. The FHWA and the FTA received 299 ning process and gave tremendous authority The Clerk read the title of the bill. comments in opposition to the pro- to local Metropolitan Planning Organizations The text of the bill is as follows: posed rule, of which 249 requested that (MPO). The process works well in Northern H.R. 876 the rulemaking be withdrawn. Only 16 New Jersey, where the North Jersey Trans- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- commenters expressed support for the portation Planning Authority (NJTPA) plays an resentatives of the United States of America in proposed rule. The agencies received important role advancing regional projects that Congress assembled, 156 comments in support of the intent provides an important opportunity for local SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. of the rule, but not the specific require- communities to offer meaningful input. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Aviation ments and procedures proposed. I joined my colleague, Mr. SIRES, in a letter Employee Screening and Security Enhance- The final rule, published in December last summer expressing concerns with the ment Act of 2017’’. of 2016, made a few modifications, in- draft rule and requesting that the comment pe- SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. cluding the addition of a waiver proc- riod be extended. In this Act: ess, subject to approval by the Sec- I appreciate the DOTs end goal: to make (1) ADMINISTRATION.—The term ‘‘Adminis- retary, from some of the joint planning planning more efficient, more comprehensible tration’’ means the Transportation Security requirements if an area can dem- to stakeholders and the public, and more fo- Administration. onstrate suitable coordination. Despite cused on projects that address critical regional (2) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- trator’’ means the Administrator of the the changes made by the agencies in needs. However, in a rush to judgment and ig- Transportation Security Administration. the final rule, strong opposition to the noring the concerns of many comments from (3) AIR CARRIER.—The term ‘‘air carrier’’ rule continues. across the county, the DOT finalized a well-in- has the meaning given such term in section Earlier this month, Atlanta Mayor tended, but misguided rule. Specifically, I ob- 40102 of title 49, United States Code. Kasim Reed testified before the Sub- ject to the severity of its reconstruction of the (4) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- committee on Highways and Transit on planning processes, practices, and under- TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional implementation of the FAST Act. His standings that have been in effect for MPOs committees’’ means the Committee on written testimony, submitted on behalf for decades, and the ability for the public to Homeland Security of the House of Rep- of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, resentatives and the Committee on Home- comment. land Security and Governmental Affairs and states: ‘‘The outgoing administration Most concerning to me is that the rule could the Committee on Commerce, Science, and proposed a new rule on MPO designa- require the redrawing of Metropolitan Planning Transportation of the Senate. tions that created unreasonable bur- Areas (MPAs) and require Urbanized Areas (5) FOREIGN AIR CARRIER.—The term ‘‘for- dens for a number of regions, and we (UZAs) to have a common MPO or common eign air carrier’’ has the meaning given such

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(B) recommendations and technical assist- area’’ has the meaning given such term in (b) CREDENTIALING STANDARDS.— ance for air carriers, foreign air carriers, and section 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Reg- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days airport operators to conduct their own em- ulations. after the date of the enactment of this Act, ployee inspections, as needed. (8) SECURITY IDENTIFICATION DISPLAY the Administrator shall, in consultation (2) ANNUAL REPORTING.—The Administrator AREA.—The term ‘‘Security Identification with air carriers, foreign air carriers, airport shall annually, for each of fiscal years 2018 Display Area’’ has the meaning given such operators, labor unions representing through 2022, submit to the appropriate con- term in section 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Fed- credentialed employees, and the Aviation Se- gressional committees a report on the fre- eral Regulations. curity Advisory Committee, assess quency, methodology, strategy, and effec- (9) STERILE AREA.—The term ‘‘sterile area’’ credentialing standards, policies, and prac- tiveness of employee inspection operations has the meaning given such term in section tices to ensure that insider threats to avia- at airports. 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regula- tion security are adequately addressed. (f) CENTRALIZED DATABASE.—Not later than tions. (2) REPORT.—Not later than 30 days after 180 days after the date of the enactment of SEC. 3. COST AND FEASIBILITY STUDY. completion of the assessment required under this Act, the Administrator, in consultation (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days paragraph (1), the Administrator shall report with the Aviation Security Advisory Com- after the date of the enactment of this Act, to the appropriate congressional committees mittee, shall— the Administrator, in consultation with the on the results of such assessment. (1) establish a national database of individ- Aviation Security Advisory Committee (es- (c) SIDA APPLICATIONS.— uals who have had either their airport or air- tablished under section 44946 of title 49, (1) SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS REQUIRED.— port operator-issued badge revoked for fail- United States Code), shall submit to the ap- Not later than 60 days after the date of the ure to comply with aviation security re- propriate congressional committees and the enactment of this Act, the Administrator quirements; Comptroller General of the United States a shall require airport operators to submit the (2) determine the appropriate reporting cost and feasibility study of a statistically social security number of an individual ap- mechanisms for air carriers, foreign air car- significant number of Category I, II, III, IV, plying for a credential granting access to the riers, and airport operators to— and X airports assessing the impact if all Security Identification Display Area to (A) submit to the Administration data re- employee access points from non-secured strengthen security vetting effectiveness. An garding individuals described in paragraph areas to secured areas of such airports are applicant who does not provide such appli- (1); and comprised of the following: cant’s social security number may be denied (B) access the database established pursu- (1) A secure door utilizing card and pin such a credential. ant to such paragraph; and entry or biometric technology. (2) SCREENING NOTICE.—The Administrator (3) establish a process to allow individuals (2) Surveillance video recording, capable of shall issue requirements for airport opera- whose names were mistakenly entered into storing video data for at least 30 days. tors to include in applications for access to such database to correct the record and have (3) Advanced screening technologies, in- a Security Identification Display Area a no- their names removed from such database. cluding at least one of the following: tice informing applicants that an employee SEC. 6. INSIDER THREAT COORDINATION EF- (A) Magnetometer (walk-through or hand- holding a credential granting access to a Se- FORTS. held). curity Identification Display Area may be The Department of Homeland Security is (B) Explosives detection canines. screened at any time while gaining access to, the lead interagency coordinator pertaining (C) Explosives trace detection swabbing. working in, or leaving a Security Identifica- to insider threat investigations and mitiga- (D) Advanced imaging technology. tion Display Area. tion efforts at airports. The Department (E) X-ray bag screening technology. SEC. 5. SECURING AIRPORT WORKER ACCESS. shall make every practicable effort to co- ordinate with other relevant Government en- (b) CONTENTS.—The study required under (a) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall subsection (a) shall include information re- work with airport operators and the Avia- tities, as well as the security representatives lated to the employee screening costs of tion Security Advisory Committee to iden- of air carriers, foreign air carriers, and air- those category I, II, III, IV, and X airports tify advanced technologies, including bio- port operators, as appropriate, when under- which have already implemented practices of metric identification technologies, for secur- taking such investigations and efforts. screening 100 percent of employees accessing ing employee access to the secured areas and SEC. 7. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY. secured areas of airports, including the fol- sterile areas of airports. Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator lowing: (b) RAP BACK VETTING.—Not later than 180 (1) Costs associated with establishing an days after the date of the enactment of this shall submit to the appropriate congres- operational minimum number of employee Act, the Administrator shall ensure that all sional committees a plan to conduct recur- entry and exit points. credentialed aviation worker populations ring reviews of the operational, technical, (2) A comparison of estimated costs and ef- currently requiring a fingerprint-based and management security controls for Ad- fectiveness associated with implementing criminal record history check are continu- ministration information technology sys- the security features specified in subsection ously vetted through the Federal Bureau of tems at airports. (a) to— Investigation’s Rap Back Service, in order to SEC. 8. NO ADDITIONAL FUNDS AUTHORIZED. (A) the Federal Government; and more rapidly detect and mitigate insider No additional funds are authorized to carry (B) airports and the aviation community. threats to aviation security. out the requirements of this Act. Such re- (c) COMPTROLLER GENERAL ASSESSMENT.— (c) INSIDER THREAT EDUCATION AND MITIGA- quirements shall be carried out using (1) IN GENERAL.—Upon completion of the TION.—Not later than 180 days after the date amounts otherwise authorized. study required under subsection (a), the of the enactment of this Act, the Adminis- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Comptroller General of the United States trator shall identify means of enhancing the ant to the rule, the gentleman from shall review such study to assess the quality Administration’s ability to leverage the re- New York (Mr. KATKO) and the gen- and reliability of such study. sources of the Department of Homeland Se- tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE) (2) ASSESSMENT.—Not later than 60 days curity and the intelligence community to after the receipt of the study required under each will control 20 minutes. educate Administration personnel on insider The Chair recognizes the gentleman subsection (a), the Comptroller General of threats to aviation security and how the Ad- the United States shall report to the Com- ministration can better mitigate such in- from New York. mittee on Homeland Security of the House of sider threats. GENERAL LEAVE Representatives and the Committee on (d) PLAYBOOK OPERATIONS.—The Adminis- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I ask Homeland Security and Governmental Af- trator shall ensure that Administration-led unanimous consent that all Members fairs and the Committee on Commerce, employee physical inspection efforts of avia- have 5 legislative days within which to Science, and Transportation of the Senate on tion workers, known as Playbook operations, revise and extend their remarks and in- the results of the review required under are targeted, strategic, and focused on pro- clude any extraneous material on the paragraph (1). viding the greatest level of security effec- bill under consideration. tiveness. SEC. 4. AIRPORT WORKER EDUCATION AND SE- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there CURITY AWARENESS. (e) COVERT TESTING.— (a) COOPERATIVE EFFORTS TO ENHANCE AIR- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall objection to the request of the gen- PORT SECURITY AWARENESS.—Not later than conduct covert testing of Administration-led tleman from New York? 180 days after the date of the enactment of employee inspection operations at airports There was no objection. this Act, the Administrator shall work with and measure existing levels of security effec- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- air carriers, foreign air carriers, airport op- tiveness. The Administrator shall provide— self such time as I may consume.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:11 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.007 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2827 Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong league, Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, for her tries from carrying laptops and other support of H.R. 876, the Aviation Em- shared leadership on this issue. I would large electronic devices aboard air- ployee Screening and Security En- also like to thank the chairman of the planes. That decision was informed by hancement Act of 2017, which seeks to full committee, Mr. MCCAUL, for shep- intelligence that ISIS and other ter- implement findings from a multiyear herding this legislation through the rorist organizations may have devel- investigation into the insider threat committee. oped innovative ways to plant explo- facing our Nation’s airports. This bi- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sives in electronic devices that TSA partisan legislation will help mitigate support this legislation, and I reserve may not be able to detect. This swift an increasingly disturbing threat to the balance of my time. action highlights the importance of safety of the traveling public. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TSA’s being able to adapt quickly in Mr. Speaker, as chairman of the COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS, response to the ever-evolving terrorist Committee on Homeland Security’s Washington, DC, April 25, 2017. threat landscape. Subcommittee on Transportation and Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, Here, in the United States, we have Protective Security, it is my duty to Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, been fortunate that there has never understand and respond to the ever- Washington, DC. been a case where an airport worker DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCAUL: I am writing with changing threat landscape facing our respect to H.R. 876, the ‘‘Aviation Employee has exploited their position to carry Nation’s aviation sector, which is a Screening and Security Enhancement Act of out a deadly attack on an airport, but critical component to both America’s 2017.’’ This bill contains provisions within we have seen such incidents abroad. economic and national security. In the Rule X jurisdiction of the Committee on Accordingly, Congress has given par- February of this year, we released a Ways and Means. ticular attention to the airport insider telling report on airport insider The Committee on Ways and Means will threat risk, and, in the 114th Congress, threats, which painted a disturbing pic- not seek a sequential referral on H.R. 876 so we enacted measures to enhance access that it may proceed expeditiously to the controls at airports and improve secu- ture of security vulnerabilities and House floor for consideration. This is done gaps in screening and access controls with the understanding that the jurisdic- rity vetting for airport workers. at airports across the country. Just 3 tional interests of the Committee on Ways b 1715 days after the release of our report, and Means over this and similar legislation Today, we consider H.R. 876, a bill news broke of a massive drug smug- are in no way diminished or altered. In addi- that seeks to address this risk by re- gling ring between Puerto Rico and the tion, the Committee reserves the right to quiring TSA to carry out a cost and continental United States involving seek conferees on H.R. 876 and requests your feasibility study of incorporating new both TSA and airport employees. This support when such a request is made. I would appreciate your response con- approaches to bolster access controls network of criminals exploited their firming this understanding with respect to to a diverse range of airports. access to secure areas of airports to H.R. 876 and ask that a copy of our exchange In an effort to help airports better smuggle an astounding 20 tons—or $100 of letters on this matter be included in the understand the effectiveness of their million worth—of cocaine into the Congressional Record during consideration current airport worker screening sys- United States and into our own com- of the bill on the House floor. Sincerely, tems, the measure also directs TSA to munities. increase covert testing of such sys- Another concerning example uncov- KEVIN BRADY, Chairman. tems. ered in our investigation throughout One feature of the bill that I want to last Congress was when an airport em- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, highlight is a provision targeted at fos- ployee offered to smuggle explosives on COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY, tering greater vigilance and awareness a passenger aircraft. Luckily, this indi- Washington, DC, April 25, 2017. among airport workers regarding the vidual was caught in a drug trafficking Hon. KEVIN BRADY, insider threat risk. ring by the FBI and was arrested. How- Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means, Specifically, it directs TSA to work ever, we have seen multiple examples Washington, DC. DEAR CHAIRMAN BRADY: Thank you for with airport operators, air carriers, of aviation workers with access to se- and unions to develop insider threat se- cure areas of airports being involved in your letter regarding H.R. 876, the ‘‘Aviation Employee Screening and Security Enhance- curity awareness training for airport serious criminal activities, including ment Act of 2017.’’ I appreciate your support workers within 180 days of enactment terror plotting, after being radicalized. in bringing this legislation before the House of the bill. We cannot allow these lapses in secu- of Representatives, and accordingly, under- H.R. 876, which was introduced in rity to continue placing the traveling stand that the Committee on Ways and February and approved by the full com- public at risk, and we must continue to Means will not seek a sequential referral of mittee in March, has bipartisan sup- work together like my brother across the bill. The Committee on Homeland Security con- port, including the support of Rep- the aisle, Mr. PAYNE, with our partners resentative BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, in security in the aviation sector and curs with the mutual understanding that by foregoing consideration on this bill at this the top-ranking Democrat on the at the Transportation Security Admin- time, the Committee on Ways and Means Homeland Security Committee’s istration. After a number of insider does not waive any jurisdiction over the sub- Transportation Security Sub- threat-related attacks at airports over- ject matter contained in this bill or similar committee. seas, along with plots here in the legislation in the future. In addition, should Mr. Speaker, I urge the passage of United States, it is essential that we a conference on this bill be necessary, I H.R. 876, and I yield back the balance act on this legislation. would support a request by the Committee of my time. This bill, if enacted, will enhance em- on Ways and Means for conferees on those Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- ployee vetting requirements, improve provisions within your jurisdiction. I will insert copies of this exchange in the self such time as I may consume. procedures governing the way airports Congressional Record during consideration Mr. Speaker, I echo the sentiment of issue security credentials, and reform of this bill on the House floor. I thank you my colleague, Mr. PAYNE. He is spot on TSA’s employee screening operations for your cooperation in this matter. in his discussion about the vulnerabili- to be more targeted and effective. It Sincerely, ties that have been highlighted over- will also provide policymakers with MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, seas that can easily come our way if we critical, previously unavailable data Chairman. don’t act on this bill. I applaud his relating to the cost and feasibility of Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- comments and thank him for those. providing full employee screening at self such time as I may consume. This issue is critical to the safety of all domestic airports. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. traveling Americans. We must act The insider threat is real, and it is 876, the Aviation Employee Screening today to close every known security our duty to ensure the Federal Govern- and Security Enhancement Act for gap. ment is taking every step possible to 2017. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to keep the traveling public safe. Mr. Speaker, last month, the Trans- support the bill, and I yield back the I would like to extend my sincere portation Security Administration balance of my time. gratitude to the ranking member of the issued a directive prohibiting travelers The SPEAKER pro tempore. The subcommittee, my friend and col- flying out of 10 airports in eight coun- question is on the motion offered by

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:11 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.024 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2828 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 the gentleman from New York (Mr. (2) Any review, formal or informal, of De- Their children were on Staten Island KATKO) that the House suspend the partment policies, programs, or activities to and could not be reached when being rules and pass the bill, H.R. 876, as assess the suitability of such policies, pro- released from school. grams, or activities for children and where amended. I know Mr. PAYNE can comment on feedback from organizations representing The question was taken. the needs of children should be reviewed and this as well, but I just want to publicly The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the incorporated. thank him, because I experienced that opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being (3) Any review, change, modification, or myself. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. promulgation of Department policies, pro- The subcommittee heard from weath- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, on that I grams, or activities to ensure that such poli- er-tested first responders who, among demand the yeas and nays. cies, programs, or activities are appropriate other important issues, stressed the The yeas and nays were ordered. for children. importance of integrating the needs of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- (4) Coordination with organizations or ex- children into emergency planning, re- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- perts outside the Department pursuant to such paragraph (6) conducted to inform any minding us that, after all, children are ceedings on this motion will be post- not just mini-adults. poned. such review, change, modification, or pro- mulgation of such policies, programs, or ac- While DHS and FEMA have taken f tivities. steps to elevate the safety of our most HOMELAND SECURITY FOR The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- important populations, DHS can still CHILDREN ACT ant to the rule, the gentleman from do more to ensure Department policies, programs, and activities to prepare for, Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I move New York (Mr. DONOVAN) and the gen- protect against, respond to, recover to suspend the rules and pass the bill tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE) from, and mitigate against disasters, (H.R. 1372) to amend the Homeland Se- each will control 20 minutes. and also consider the needs of children curity Act of 2002 to ensure that the The Chair recognizes the gentleman throughout our impacted communities. needs of children are considered in from New York. By authorizing a children’s needs homeland security planning, and for GENERAL LEAVE technical expert at FEMA, as H.R. 1372 other purposes, as amended. Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I ask The Clerk read the title of the bill. unanimous consent that all Members seeks to do, we can make certain that The text of the bill is as follows: may have 5 legislative days within the needs of children are integrated H.R. 1372 which to revise and extend their re- into emergency preparedness, protec- tion, response, recovery, and mitiga- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- marks and include any extraneous ma- resentatives of the United States of America in terials on the bill under consideration. tion activities. Congress assembled, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Further, H.R. 1372 will require DHS’s SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. objection to the request of the gen- Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans to This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Homeland tleman from New York? appropriately consider the needs of Security for Children Act’’. There was no objection. children throughout Departmental ac- SEC. 2. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE UNDER SEC- Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield tivities and report such efforts to Con- RETARY FOR STRATEGY, POLICY, myself such time as I may consume. gress. AND PLANS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support H.R. 1372 provides peace of mind that Paragraph (6) of section 709(c) of the Home- of H.R. 1372, the Homeland Security for land Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 349(c)) is the future of our most treasured assets, amended by inserting ‘‘, including feedback Children Act. our children, are safe in the face of from organizations representing the needs of According to the U.S. Census Bureau, emergencies. Additionally, the Con- children,’’ after ‘‘stakeholder feedback’’. there are about 74 million children in gressional Budget Office estimates that SEC. 3. TECHNICAL EXPERT AUTHORIZED. the United States, and while we are this legislation would not have a sig- Paragraph (2) of section 503(b) of the Home- constantly making progress to achieve nificant impact on the Federal budget. land Security Act (6 U.S.C. 313(b)) is amend- national resilience in the face of the I want to thank Chairman SHUSTER ed— next emergency, we must continue to of the Committee on Transportation (1) in subparagraph (G), by striking ‘‘and’’ ensure special consideration is made to at the end; and Infrastructure and Chairman integrate emergency planning at the BARLETTA of the Transportation and (2) in subparagraph (H), by striking the pe- Department of Homeland Security that riod at the end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and Infrastructure’s Subcommittee on Eco- (3) by adding at the end the following new addresses the unique needs of children nomic Development, Public Buildings, subparagraph: when emergencies arise. I want to and Emergency Management for work- ‘‘(I) identify and integrate the needs of thank Mr. PAYNE for introducing H.R. ing with the Committee on Homeland children into activities to prepare for, pro- 1372, which will ensure such consider- Security to see that this legislation re- tect against, respond to, recover from, and ation is made. ceives timely consideration on the mitigate against the risk of natural disas- Recently, the Subcommittee on ters, acts of terrorism, and other manmade House floor. Emergency Preparedness, Response, As chairman of the Subcommittee on disasters, including catastrophic incidents, and Communications held a series of including by appointing a technical expert, Emergency Preparedness, Response, who may consult with relevant outside orga- hearings focused on the progress and and Communications, I am committed nizations and experts, as necessary, to co- the future of achieving national pre- to ensuring FEMA has resources at its ordinate such integration, as necessary.’’. paredness in the face of events like disposal to meet its mission of safe- SEC. 4. REPORT. Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm guarding a more resilient nation. Not later than one year after the date of Sandy. Among the child safety efforts Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my fellow the enactment of this Act and annually made in the last 10 years, FEMA cre- Members to join me in supporting this thereafter for five years, the Under Sec- ated the National Emergency Child Lo- retary for Strategy, Policy, and Plans of the bill, and I reserve the balance of my cator Center within the National Cen- time. Department of Homeland Security shall sub- ter for Missing & Exploited Children to mit to the Committee on Homeland Security COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND ensure the swift reunification of chil- of the House of Representatives and the INFRASTRUCTURE, HOUSE OF REP- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- dren should a major emergency dis- RESENTATIVES, ernmental Affairs of the Senate a report de- place communities. Washington, DC, March 10, 2017. scribing the efforts the Department has un- Mr. Speaker, I know this personally, Hon. MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, dertaken to review and incorporate feedback having been an elected official on Stat- Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, from organizations representing the needs of en Island during the tragedy in lower Washington, DC. children into Department policy in accord- Manhattan in September of 2001. All DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCAUL: I write con- ance with paragraph (6) of section 709(c) of three bridges from Staten Island to cerning H.R. 1372, the ‘‘Homeland Security the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (as added New Jersey were closed, the Verrazano- for Children Act.’’ This legislation includes by section 2 of this Act), including informa- matters that fall within the Rule X jurisdic- tion on the following: Narrows Bridge was closed, and ferry tion of the Committee on Transportation (1) The designation of any individual re- service was stopped from Staten Island and Infrastructure. sponsible for carrying out such paragraph to Manhattan. We had many of our In order to expedite Floor consideration of (6). residents stuck at work in Manhattan. H.R. 1372, the Committee on Transportation

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:11 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.027 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2829 and Infrastructure will forgo action on this technical expert position at the Fed- A motion to reconsider was laid on bill. However, this is conditional on our mu- eral Emergency Management Agency. the table. tual understanding that forgoing consider- The position was established by former ation of the bill does not prejudice the Com- Administrator Fugate in response to a f mittee with respect to the appointment of conferees or to any future jurisdictional March 2015 recommendation by the b 1730 claim over the subject matters contained in FEMA National Advisory Council. the bill or similar legislation that fall within At the time, the National Advisory U.S. WANTS TO COMPETE FOR A the Committee’s Rule X jurisdiction. I re- Council had concluded that FEMA had WORLD EXPO ACT quest you urge the Speaker to name mem- made progress integrating the unique bers of the Committee to any conference needs of children into disaster plans Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- committee named to consider such provi- since Hurricane Katrina, despite the er, I move to suspend the rules and sions. fact that it did not have a technical pass the bill (H.R. 534) to require the Please place a copy of this letter and your lead to emphasize and address chil- Secretary of State to take such actions response acknowledging our jurisdictional dren’s issues. As a result, State and as may be necessary for the United interest in the Congressional Record during States to rejoin the Bureau of Inter- House Floor consideration of the bill. I look local governments and emergency managers were unaware of guidance re- national Expositions, and for other forward to working with the Committee on purposes, as amended. Homeland Security as the bill moves lated to children’s needs at the State through the legislative process. and local level, leaving children vul- The Clerk read the title of the bill. Sincerely, nerable. The text of the bill is as follows: BILL SHUSTER, According to Save the Children, 80 H.R. 534 Chairman. percent of the National Commission on Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Children and Disasters’ recommenda- resentatives of the United States of America in HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, tions from 2010 still remain open. Congress assembled, COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Washington, DC, March 16, 2017. Whatever progress has been made in in- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘U.S. Wants Hon. BILL SHUSTER, tegrating the needs of children in dis- to Compete for a World Expo Act’’. Chairman, Committee on Transportation and asters, it is clear there is still work left Infrastructure, Washington, DC. to be done. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. DEAR CHAIRMAN SHUSTER: Thank you for H.R. 1372 will ensure FEMA and DHS Congress finds the following: your letter regarding H.R. 1372, the ‘‘Home- has the expertise necessary to do its (1) The Bureau of International Expo- land Security for Children Act’’. I appreciate part to ensure the unique needs of chil- sitions (BIE) is the organization responsible your support in bringing this legislation be- dren are integrated into relevant ac- for governing World Fairs and International Expositions. fore the House of Representatives, and ac- tivities, plans, and policies. cordingly, understand that the Committee (2) Section 1(a) of Public Law 91–269 (22 The legislation has been endorsed by U.S.C. 2801(a)) found that ‘‘international ex- on Transportation and Infrastructure will Save the Children, and former Admin- waive further consideration of the bill. positions . . . have a significant impact on The Committee on Homeland Security con- istrator Fugate has said he supports ef- the economic growth of the region sur- curs with the mutual understanding that by forts to authorize the children’s needs rounding the exposition and . . . are impor- foregoing a action on this bill at this time, technical expert at FEMA. tant instruments of national policy’’. the Committee on Transportation and Infra- Mr. Speaker, the Homeland Security (3) The United States has not been an ac- structure does not waive any jurisdiction for Children Act is commonsense, bi- tive member of the BIE since 2001. over the subject matter contained in this bill partisan legislation that will ensure (4) State and local governments and pri- or similar legislation in the future. In addi- that the needs of the most vulnerable vate entities in the United States have con- tion, should a conference on this bill be nec- tinued to participate in international expo- among us are adequately integrated sitions held in foreign countries as a means essary, I would support your request to have into homeland security and disaster the Committee on Transportation and Infra- of promoting United States exports and cre- structure represented on the conference policies planning. ating jobs, but face significantly higher costs committee. I would like to just state, Mr. Speak- for such participation because the United I will insert copies of this exchange in the er, that this bill has been a long time States is not an active member. Congressional Record during consideration coming. I was just reminded of its im- (5) State and local governments and pri- of this bill on the House floor, I thank you portance by a program that I watched vate entities in the United States have ex- for your cooperation in this matter. on television the other day about the pressed interest in an international expo- Sincerely, tornadoes in Oklahoma, where we lost sition being hosted in the United States, but MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, 7 children in a school building that fell. the bid of a United States city, region, or State to host an international exposition is Chairman, It showed the disarray in the rest of Committee on Homeland Security. unlikely to be successful if the United States the parents being able to be reunited Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- is not a member of the BIE. with their children. This is a timely SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. self such time as I may consume. bill. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support It is the sense of Congress that— Before I yield back, I would like to (1) the United States should rejoin the BIE of H.R. 1372, the Homeland Security for thank Transportation and Infrastruc- immediately to promote domestic job cre- Children Act. ture Committee Chairman SHUSTER ation, global branding, and tourism to the Mr. Speaker, children are not tiny and Ranking Member DEFAZIO for United States; adults, as was stated, but too often agreeing to exchange letters to expe- (2) the Secretary of State, in partnership that is how the Federal policy treats dite consideration of H.R. 1372 on the with the Secretary of Commerce, State and them when there is not a deliberate ef- floor. local governments, and private and non-prof- it entities, should take all necessary steps to fort to do otherwise. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to The Department of Homeland Secu- facilitate the timely submission of a request support this bill, and I yield back the to rejoin the BIE; and rity, through its components, interacts balance of my time. (3) funding for the participation of the with children regularly, and its policies Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I once United States in international expositions or have a direct impact on them. That is again urge my colleagues to support other events facilitated by the BIE should why I introduced H.R. 1372, the Home- H.R. 1372, as amended, and I yield back continue to be privately solicited and land Security for Children Act. the balance of my time. sourced, in accordance with existing law. H.R. 1372 would make integrating the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The SEC. 4. AUTHORIZATION. unique needs of children a priority at question is on the motion offered by (a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of State is the Department of Homeland Security. the gentleman from New York (Mr. authorized to take such actions as the Sec- The bill directs the DHS Under Sec- DONOVAN) that the House suspend the retary determines necessary for the United retary for Strategy, Policy, and Plans rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1372, as States to rejoin and maintain membership in the BIE. to solicit and incorporate feedback amended. (b) AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT PRIVATE CON- from children’s organizations into De- The question was taken; and (two- TRIBUTIONS.—In addition to funds otherwise partment-wide policies and activities. thirds being in the affirmative) the available to the Secretary to carry out this Additionally, H.R. 1372 would for- rules were suspended and the bill, as section, the Secretary is authorized to ac- mally authorize the existing children’s amended, was passed. cept contributions for such purpose.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:11 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.020 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2830 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 (c) NOTIFICATION.—The Secretary of State World Expo, but since these countries In 2001, at the direction of Congress, shall notify the Committees on Foreign Af- are BIE members, the U.S. must rejoin the State Department withdrew from fairs and Appropriations of the House of Rep- the BIE in order for Minnesota to com- numerous international associations, resentatives and the Committees on Foreign pete on an even playing field when the including the Bureau of International Relations and Appropriations of the Senate upon taking any action under subsection (a). BIE makes its recommendations to the Expositions, or BIE. Then-Secretary of selection committee in May. SEC. 5. CONTINUATION OF PROHIBITION ON USE State Colin Powell warned that this ac- OF FEDERAL FUNDS FOR WORLD’S It is not just Minnesota that is inter- tion could force the U.S. to pay a high- FAIR PAVILIONS AND EXHIBITS. ested in this. At least five other U.S. er fee for participation and decrease Nothing in this Act may be construed to States and cities are actively exploring the chance of an American city being authorize any obligation or expenditure pro- hosting a World Expo in the future, in- selected as a host city. hibited by section 204 of the Admiral James cluding Los Angeles and San Francisco We are currently facing these con- W. Nance and Meg Donovan Foreign Rela- from my home State of California. sequences. As a nonmember of the BIE, tions Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2000 These cities know that World Expos and 2001 (22 U.S.C. 2452b) (relating to limita- the United States faces significantly tions on the obligation or expenditure of create American jobs. They promote higher costs to participate in expo- funds by the Department of State for a American exports. They enhance the sitions and will also face substantial United States pavilion or exhibit at an inter- image of America around the world. In- barriers in hosting since preference is national exposition or world’s fair registered deed, in November, the Departments of given to member nations. by the BIE). Commerce and State submitted reports Mr. Speaker, the remedy is simple. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- to the President certifying that the We must rejoin the BIE. Private sector ant to the rule, the gentleman from Minnesota proposal was in the national companies have shown interest in pay- California (Mr. ROYCE) and the gentle- interest of the United States and had ing membership dues, so rejoining the woman from California (Ms. BASS) each guaranteed financial support from BIE would not be an additional burden will control 20 minutes. State, from local, from private, and to taxpayers. The Chair recognizes the gentleman other sources. Hosting the World Expo would in- from California. Members should know that U.S. law crease revenue and tourism to Min- GENERAL LEAVE requires that the cost of hosting or nesota and the U.S. generally, put us at Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- participating in a World Expo be fund- the forefront of international discus- er, I ask unanimous consent that all ed entirely by private donors. This bill sion on health, and increase our Members may have 5 legislative days does not change that. In fact, it reaf- chances to hold specialized and World to revise and extend their remarks and firms that requirement. This bill also Expos in the future. I am proud of the to include any extraneous material in specifically authorizes the Department hard work that has gone into this by of State to accept private contribu- the RECORD. my colleagues. I am glad once again The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tions in order to cover any costs asso- that we are working in a bipartisan objection to the request of the gen- ciated with rejoining the organization. manner to pass legislation that ad- tleman from California? Indeed, the organizers of Minnesota’s vances our interests. There was no objection. 2023 Expo bid have committed to do Mr. Speaker, I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote, and Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- just that. I reserve the balance of my time. er, I yield myself such time as I may Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- vote ‘‘yes’’ on H.R. 534 in order to once consume. er, I include in the RECORD two letters again give the American people the op- I rise in support of H.R. 534, the U.S. of support for this bill. One is from the portunity to host a World Expo here in Wants to Compete for a World Expo administration, and the other is from Act. As always, I appreciate the assist- the United States. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ExpoUSA, the United States World’s ance of the ranking member, Mr. my time. Fairs Council. ENGEL, in expediting this legislation. I Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE, would like to commend two of our body self such time as I may consume. Washington, DC, April 24, 2017. here, Mr. TOM EMMER and Ms. BETTY I rise in strong support of the U.S. Hon. EDWARD R. ROYCE, MCCOLLUM. We thank them and their Wants to Compete for a World Expo Chairman, Committee on Foreign Affairs, Minnesota colleagues for their leader- House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Act. Let me thank our chairman, ED DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Department of ship on this issue. ROYCE, for his leadership of the Com- Mr. Speaker, this bill will enable State appreciates Congress’ interest in fa- mittee on Foreign Affairs. I also want cilitating the bids of states to host inter- American citizens and our businesses to thank my colleagues from Min- national expositions. Not only do such and State and local governments to nesota, Ms. MCCOLLUM and Mr. EMMER, events potentially generate considerable eco- once again compete on an even footing for their hard work on this measure. nomic benefits but they also create ideal op- against foreign countries to host a World Fairs and World Expos explore portunities for showcasing American com- World Expo here in the United States. and bring millions of people together mercial capabilities to interested inter- It does so by authorizing the Secretary from around the globe. They drive bil- national audiences. This is consistent with of State to take those steps necessary the President’s policy to promote domestic lions of dollars of investment to host job growth and American innovation. to rejoin the Bureau of International cities, and they provide a forum for As the Bureau of International Expositions Expositions. This BIE, as it is called, is working toward new and creative solu- (BIE) is the international organization re- the organization that governs World tions to serious problems. Across more sponsible for selecting venues offered by bid- Expos, and it determines which cities than a century, these Expos have given ders, the chances of U.S. bidders being se- get to host such an event. us some of the world’s most iconic ar- lected would be greatly enhanced if the U.S. The United States originally joined chitecture: the Golden Gate Bridge, the were to renew and maintain its membership the BIE back in 1928, but it withdrew Space Needle, and the Eiffel Tower. in the BIE. H.R. 534, the ‘‘U.S. Wants to from active membership in 2001. Unfor- They have brought together world Compete for a World Expo Act’’, as amended, tunately, the rules of the BIE make it would provide the needed permissive author- leaders and experts to discuss topics ity for the Secretary of State to do so. virtually impossible for bids from non- ranging from nutrition to the future of Further, the Department greatly appre- member nations to compete against energy. ciates the efforts of Congress to ensure the bids from member nations. This bill The last Expo held in the United bill is consistent with similar authoriza- will revise this. It will reverse the States was in 1984, and Minnesota is a tions. Insofar as BIE has advised of the need longstanding position, and we can lend potential candidate to host the 2023 for United States membership to be renewed our support to a recent surge of Amer- World Expo. This Expo could bring in by May 12, 2017, to ensure timely consider- ican interest in once again hosting a about 12 million visitors and $4 billion ation of the Minnesota Expo 2023 bid, the De- partment urges that, if possible, the bill be World Expo in the United States. of revenue to Minnesota and connect passed quickly. This will enable the Depart- Citizens from Minnesota have devel- the public and private sector to discuss ment to take the necessary steps to renew oped a comprehensive bid and are ac- Wellness and Well-Being for All. membership, enhancing prospects that state tively competing against cities in Ar- Mr. Speaker, we are at a grave dis- bids to host upcoming expositions will pre- gentina and Poland to host the 2023 advantage in competing for this event. vail. With the U.S. membership within BIE,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.011 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2831 costs for states to bid and host will be de- lars in economic activity for the region and sitions is the intergovernmental orga- creased by half and provide long-term sav- country in which they are held. Expo 2023 nization in charge of overseeing and ings for U.S. businesses interested in partici- will attract 12 million visitors, generating regulating World Expos. Despite being pating in future expos, both domestically 22,000 jobs in the upper Midwest region, pay- one of the founding members in 1928, and internationally. ing an annual wage of $47,000, and another Finally, expeditious renewal of United 18,000 jobs nationwide in the tourism, travel, the United States has not been a mem- States membership in the BIE will return and hospitality sectors. Total economic im- ber since 2001. The U.S. must renew its the United States to the decision-making pact in the Twin Cities metropolitan area membership so Minneapolis and every body for future World’s Fairs and Expos, off- will be $1.4 billion. International visitor city across the country can have an op- setting the growing influence of other coun- spending will total $581 million, and on aver- portunity to host a World’s Fair. tries, such as China. age will stay 6 days in Minnesota and an- That is why I have introduced and I The Office of Management and Budget has other 5 days in other locations around the no objection to the views expressed in this am happy to see H.R. 534 under consid- United States. eration before the House today. The letter. We ask for your support in expeditiously Thank you for your consideration in this U.S. Wants to Compete for a World moving legislation authorizing the United matter. States to rejoin the BIE. Expo Act provides the Secretary of Sincerely, Thank you for consideration of our request State with the authority to rejoin the JOSEPH E. MACMANUS, and for your interest in helping cities like Bureau of International Expositions so Bureau of Legislative Affairs. Minneapolis/St. Paul bid on future World’s that U.S. cities can compete against Fairs. foreign cities to host a World Expo. EXPOUSA, THE UNITED STATES Sincerely, WORLD’S FAIRS COUNCIL, The 6-month World Expo, held every 5 MARK RITCHIE, April 19, 2017. years, can draw millions of visitors and President and CEO, Hon. ED ROYCE, generate billions of dollars in tourism, Minnesota World’s Chairman, House Foreign Affairs Committee, construction, and other job-creating Fair Bid Committee, Washington, DC. Board Member, economic activity, all while promoting Hon. ELIOT ENGEL, ExpoUSA. exports of U.S. products around the Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Com- MANUEL DELGADO, world. mittee, Chairman, ExpoUSA. In Minnesota’s case, a 2016 economic Washington, DC. analysis conducted by Rockport Ana- DEAR CHAIRMAN ROYCE AND RANKING MEM- Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- BER ENGEL: On behalf of ExpoUSA and Min- er, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman lytics found that hosting the 2023 nesota’s World’s Fair Bid Committee, we from Minnesota (Mr. EMMER). He is the World Expo will attract 12 million visi- write in support of The U.S. Wants to Com- author of this bill. He has worked very tors, create almost 22,000 jobs, yield pete for a World Expo Act (H.R. 534). This hard preparing this legislation for pas- $185.3 million in State and local tax bill authorizes the United States to rejoin revenue, and generate $1.5 billion in Bureau of International Exhibitions (BIE), sage. Mr. EMMER. Mr. Speaker, I thank total economic benefits. This legisla- the organization that coordinates World’s tion also has safeguards for protecting Fairs, also known as Expos. Renewing mem- the chairman for yielding. I thank bership in the BIE will promote public diplo- Chairman ED ROYCE, Ranking Member taxpayers and ensuring proper use of macy, U.S. exports and travel and tourism. ENGEL as well, and the entire staff on funds. Recognizing the difficult fiscal It will also ensure that U.S. cities wanting the Committee on Foreign Affairs for climate our country currently faces, to host Expos will have that opportunity to working to get this important legisla- H.R. 534 authorizes the use of private compete against cities around the world. tion to the floor today. funds to pay outstanding as well as fu- H.R. 534 has gained bipartisan and national ture membership dues. It also main- support. Mr. Speaker, when many Americans look back in our Nation’s history, they tains taxpayer safeguards which pro- While the U.S. has not hosted a World’s hibit tax dollars from being used to Fair in more than 30 years, there’s been a remember the iconic nature of the 1962 surge of local interest over the past few World’s Fair in Seattle or the 1939 and fund a United States pavilion or ex- years. Houston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, 1964 World’s Fairs in New York. Those hibit at an international exposition or Las Vegas, and Philadelphia have actively events highlighted the best the United World’s Fair. By approving this legislation today, considered bidding for future Expos, and the States had to offer in science, tech- U.S. Government gave official support for we will give American cities the ability nology, and innovation, all while bring- Minnesota’s bid to host a World’s Fair in 2023 to compete with other cities around ing visitors and revenue to this great focused on health and wellness. After passing the world to host future Expos and country. a rigorous review by the United States Com- World’s Fairs where we can showcase merce Department, State Department, and While the United States remains a American innovation and success while the White House, the State Department for- global leader in these fields, our coun- continuing to be wise stewards of the mally recommended Minnesota’s bid to the try has been noticeably absent over the taxpayers’ hard-earned dollars. BIE. Minnesota will now compete against past three decades when it comes to Again, I thank Chairman ROYCE and Buenos Aires, Argentina and Lodz, Poland. hosting a World’s Fair. In fact, New Or- Voting will take place at the BIE General Ranking Member ENGEL in helping Council meeting in November 2017. leans was the last city in the United bring this legislation to the floor Under current rules, the BIE is required to States to host a World’s Fair in 1984. today. I urge my colleagues on both discriminate against bids from non-member But it is time for that to change and to sides of the aisle to support this legis- countries if there are competing proposals bring this incredible event back to our lation, and I look forward to bringing from member countries. Since Argentina and great country. Poland are BIE members, the U.S. must re- the next World’s Fair back to the Thankfully, in recent years there has United States. join the BIE in order for Minnesota to com- been an upsurge of local interest in pete against these foreign bidders when the Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I have no BIE makes its recommendations to the se- hosting a World’s Fair. Exploratory further speakers, and I yield back the lection committee in May. Therefore, Con- committees in Houston, Los Angeles, balance of my time. gress must pass legislation authorizing the Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- Secretary of State to rejoin the BIE by May and San Francisco are actively consid- er, I yield myself such time as I may 13, 2017 in order for Minnesota’s bid to be via- ering bidding to host a future World’s consume. ble. Fair. Currently, my home State of Expos held in the U.S. are local initiatives World Expos are designed to show- that are funded entirely by the private sec- Minnesota is competing against Argen- case a nation’s products, the tech- tor; therefore no taxpayer money will be tina and Poland to do just that, with nology, the innovative spirit. And what used to pay for Expo 2023. Additionally, if the goal of hosting the 2023 World nation on Earth produces more innova- Congress acts to rejoin the BIE, ExpoUSA Expo. However, under the current tive products and technology than the stands ready to pay the costs of BIE mem- rules, the Bureau of International Ex- United States or has a better or more bership with private sector funds, including positions will not give bids submitted skilled workforce? membership dues both past and current, in by a nonmember country the same con- Simply put, when Americans com- order to save money by reducing fees and to pete in the world on an even footing, give Minnesota and the U.S. a renewed voice sideration as those from a country who in the BIE. is a member of the organization. America wins. It is therefore in our in- World’s Fairs are the largest gatherings For those of you who may not know, terest to once again compete to host a held on the planet, generating billions of dol- the Bureau of International Expo- World Expo.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.017 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 This bill does that by empowering Whereas there are 1,900,000 Internally Dis- California (Mr. ROYCE) and the gentle- our fellow citizens to mount competi- placed Persons (IDPs) residing in South woman from California (Ms. BASS) each tive private bids to bring a World Expo Sudan and according to the United Nations will control 20 minutes. High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) an The Chair recognizes the gentleman to the U.S., and it does so while main- average of approximately 2,400 South Suda- taining a sound legal requirement that nese refugees arrive in Uganda every day; from California. participation in Expos continue to be Whereas 1,000,000 children in South Sudan GENERAL LEAVE privately funded. It goes further to per- are suffering from malnutrition in part due Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- mit private funding for the relatively to the deliberate actions of the Government er, I ask unanimous consent that all modest cost to rejoin the BIE. That is of South Sudan, at the same time according Members may have 5 legislative days why this measure has the support of to United Nations International Children’s to revise and extend their remarks and Members from both parties and the ad- Emergency Fund (UNICEF) there are more than 17,000 child soldiers forced into combat; include any extraneous material in the ministration, which has written that Whereas an anticipated 5,500,000 people are RECORD. H.R. 534 is consistent with the Presi- at risk for starvation by mid-year and with- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there dent’s policy to promote domestic job out urgent humanitarian intervention civil- objection to the request of the gen- growth and American innovation. ians will continue to die from acute mal- tleman from California? I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes’’ nutrition and millions more will remain at There was no objection. on this measure and give our fellow risk; Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- Americans the chance to compete and Whereas failure to act prior to the upcom- er, I yield myself such time as I may ing rainy season May to August, will further consume. win a World Expo for America. I again impede humanitarian efforts; thank the bill’s committed sponsors, Whereas the areas where famine has been Mr. Speaker, in July of 2011, all of us Representatives TOM EMMER and BETTY declared have seen some of the most intense here celebrated the establishment of MCCOLLUM. I want to give a special fighting; the world’s newest nation. Finally, thanks to Sean O’Neill, a detailee on Whereas USAID has been a leading pro- South Sudan had emerged after more my staff, whose skill and dedication vider of humanitarian support to South than 20 years of brutal suppression by have made today’s consideration of Sudan, including more than 620,000 tons of the government in Khartoum and a war life-saving food assistance since the conflict that saw some of the worst human this measure possible. broke out in 2013; and Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Whereas support provided by the Food and rights atrocities of our time. They of my time. Agriculture Organization of the United Na- emerged out of that. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The tions (FAO), UNICEF, and the World Food Tragically, though, the celebration question is on the motion offered by Program have been critical in reducing the was short-lived. By December of 2013, a the gentleman from California (Mr. number of civilians at risk of severe mal- long-simmering rivalry between two nutrition: Now, therefore, be it ROYCE) that the House suspend the leaders—South Sudan’s ethnic Dinka Resolved, That the House of Representa- President and ethnic Nuer Vice Presi- rules and pass the bill, H.R. 534, as tives— amended. (1) it is the sense of the House of Rep- dent—exploded in violence, and South The question was taken; and (two- resentatives that— Sudan became embroiled in yet an- thirds being in the affirmative) the (A) the Administrator of the United States other deadly civil conflict. rules were suspended and the bill, as Agency for International Development Today, over 100,000 people are starv- amended, was passed. should continue to provide immediate and ing to death; 5.5 million people—half of A motion to reconsider was laid on robust assistance to respond to the famine in the population—are at risk of starving South Sudan by providing food and other es- the table. by July; and 3.6 million people have sential resources and to collaborate with been displaced by conflict and famine f international relief organizations, such as World Food Program and others in an effort with 7,000 newly displaced South Suda- b 1745 to reach vulnerable populations; and nese crossing the Ugandan border each (B) the Administrator of the United States and every week. RELATING TO EFFORTS TO RE- Agency for International Development In February, famine was declared in SPOND TO THE FAMINE IN should be encouraged to continue to provide two of the areas that have experienced SOUTH SUDAN desperately needed and locally appropriate the heaviest fighting. Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- food aid through the Food for Peace and Let’s be clear: the famine unfolding Emergency Food Security Programs; and across South Sudan is completely man- er, I move to suspend the rules and (2) the House of Representatives— agree to the resolution (H. Res. 187) re- (A) calls upon the Government of South made. The leaders who have unleashed lating to efforts to respond to the fam- Sudan to declare and observe a cessation of this horror upon the citizens that they ine in South Sudan, as amended. hostilities to allow food and essential sup- are meant to represent—Salva Kiir and The Clerk read the title of the resolu- plies to reach affected civilians; Riek Machar—have plundered billions tion. (B) urges specifically that the Government of dollars in oil revenues and donor in- The text of the resolution is as fol- of South Sudan allow immediate and unre- vestment, manipulated ethnic tensions, stricted humanitarian access to southern and armed proxy militias. They have, lows: Unity, where the famine is currently under- H. RES. 187 way; as we can share with you, recruited Whereas on February 20, 2017, famine was (C) condemns all threats and violence child soldiers, killed U.N. peacekeeping formally declared in parts of South Sudan; against civilian populations and aid workers, forces, and forcibly displaced millions Whereas South Sudan is the world’s newest including the over 70 humanitarian aid work- of their citizens—civilians who have nation and for the past three years has expe- ers killed since the conflict began and the been run from their homes. rienced an ongoing armed conflict and the brutal attack by the South Sudanese mili- Lifesaving humanitarian supplies deliberate hindrance by the Government of tary on humanitarian aid workers, including have been looted by the government South Sudan of humanitarian access to op- Americans, at the Terrain Camp in July 2016; (D) condemns the multiple instances in and by the opposition. The government position communities in need; has blocked humanitarian access Whereas due to this deliberate action on which security forces have looted humani- the part of the Government of South Sudan tarian assistance destined for civilians in through bureaucratic manipulation and the armed opposition to prolong the con- need; and and through sheer brute force. Humani- flict South Sudan is experiencing a ‘‘man- (E) supports effort of the United States tarian workers have been deliberately made’’ famine currently affecting 100,000 Government, working with partners in the targeted. They have been abused, people; international community, including the raped, and murdered with impunity. Whereas according to the United States United Nations, the African Union, and the Yes, humanitarian workers. South European Union, to facilitate humanitarian Agency for International Development Sudan is now the most dangerous place (USAID) food insecurity is already prevalent access to affected areas, and encourages greater diplomatic pressure on the parties to in the world for humanitarians. in South Sudan and the ongoing conflict is It is also the most dangerous place exacerbating the situation; return to the negotiation table to stop the Whereas the United Nations has reported violence, and to allow full humanitarian ac- for their own citizens because they are that 4,900,000 people, over 40 percent of the cess. treated the same way by these two so- population, are in urgent need of food, agri- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- called leaders. And those South Sudan culture, and nutritional assistance; ant to the rule, the gentleman from leaders have, in effect, become exactly

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Tragically, South Sudan meets Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of those who bear responsibility for this all three conditions. my time. calamity are held to account through Over the years, the U.S. has played a Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- sanctions and other tools. leadership role in the region. The U.S. er, I yield 4 minutes to the gentleman Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentle- has helped South Sudan throughout from New Jersey (Mr. SMITH), the woman from California (Ms. BASS), the their struggle for independence, and chairman of the Foreign Affairs Sub- ranking member of the Africa, Global has tried to help the world’s newest na- committee on Africa, Global Health, Health, Global Human Rights, and tion over the last several years before Global Human Rights, and Inter- International Organizations Sub- and during the conflict. national Organizations. committee, for introducing this timely The tragedy is the people of South Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. and important resolution, which seeks Sudan are in the midst of a famine, not Speaker, I thank the distinguished to bring attention to the humanitarian because of a drought or other natural chairman for yielding and for his lead- catastrophe unfolding in South Sudan, disaster, but because of ongoing con- ership. I especially thank my good because in South Sudan it gets worse flict. There is heavy responsibility on friend and colleague, Ms. BASS, for this by the day. It has not mattered what all sides of the fighting. There is no in- resolution. Mr. Speaker, last August, my staff arguments we have brought to bear nocent party here. director Greg Simpkins and I visited against the President and the Vice In South Sudan, the U.N. has re- Juba, South Sudan, to press President President. Many world leaders and ported roughly 5 million people who Salva Kiir, his Vice President, the min- many of us have had these arguments are in urgent need of food and nutri- ister of defense, and five of his top gen- face-to-face. tional assistance. There are almost 2 erals to end the civil war, protect inno- This resolution makes clear that the million internally displaced persons in cent lives, and reverse the conditions U.S. Agency for International Develop- camps in South Sudan, and 2,400 South causing rampant disease and severe ment should have the flexibility to tai- Sudanese refugees arrive in Uganda malnutrition that could soon lead to a lor their response by using market- every single day. famine. based food aid where appropriate, and If the world does not act, 5 million Mr. Speaker, just 2 months ago, fam- U.S. commodities where needed. We people will be at risk for starvation by ine was formally declared in South need to ensure that food is not being mid-2017. Without urging humanitarian Sudan. I especially asked President used as a weapon in this civil war, and intervention, more civilians will con- Kiir to personally intervene and issue flexible food aid can help. tinue to die from acute malnutrition, and enforce an executive order of zero I urge all Members to join me in sup- and millions more will remain at risk. tolerance on rape and sexual abuse by porting this resolution and, more im- If we fail to act prior to the upcom- his soldiers and security personnel portantly, in continuing to dem- ing rainy season, which is May to Au- against mostly humanitarian aid work- onstrate the compassion of the Amer- gust, this will create additional prob- ers and civilians. I told the President ican people through lifesaving humani- lems that will further impede humani- that it was unconscionable in the ex- tarian assistance. Deep, arbitrary cuts tarian efforts. Unfortunately, the areas treme that South Sudanese soldiers to U.S. humanitarian assistance pro- where famine has been declared have had raped, beaten, and murdered hu- grams at a time when we are facing also seen some of the most intense manitarian aid workers in July at the famine in four countries beset by vio- fighting. Terrain compound. One of those work- lence—including countries where we The amendment to H. Res. 187 calls ers that was sexually assaulted, as it are fighting designated terrorist for USAID to continue providing des- turned out, was from my own district. groups—would be reckless and irre- perately needed and locally appro- I didn’t know until 3 days before leav- sponsible. Millions of lives are hanging priate food aid through the Food for ing on that trip that she was in the in the balance. It is in the U.S. interest Peace and Emergency Food Security compound and came close to being to respond in South Sudan, just as it is Programs, and calls on the Govern- raped and it was the intervention of in these other countries. ment of South Sudan to declare and ob- other forces that precluded her from Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of serve a cessation of hostilities to allow suffering that horrible trauma, but she my time. food and essential supplies to reach af- was, indeed, severely traumatized. Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- fected civilians. I asked him for a review to hold peo- self such time as I may consume. The resolution urges the Government ple to account and put them in prison— Mr. Speaker, I rise to express my of South Sudan to allow immediate and yes, there have been arrests, but there strong support for H. Res. 187, Relating unrestricted humanitarian access to have been no prosecutions yet—and, to Efforts to Respond to the Famine in the southern unity region, where the again, to issue a zero tolerance policy. South Sudan, as amended, which famine is currently underway. On March 28, I chaired a hearing on passed out of the Foreign Affairs Com- The amendment also condemns all the famine and the growing crisis in mittee, and has received bipartisan threats and violence against civilian South Sudan, which is also being support. populations and aid workers, including chaired by some of the other neigh- As always, Mr. Speaker, I thank and over 70 humanitarian aid workers that boring countries in the region. appreciate the leadership of Chairman have been killed since the conflict Matt Nims, the acting director of the ROYCE, Chairman SMITH, and Ranking began. Office of Food for Peace testified that Member ENGEL. The resolution condemns the brutal for 3 years the international commu- The United Nations has declared attack by the South Sudanese military nity has employed massive efforts to what is going on now in four countries on humanitarian aid workers, includ- stave off famine in South Sudan. Yet, as potentially the worse humanitarian ing Americans at the Terrain Camp in as conflict intensified, the food secu- crisis since the U.N. was formed in 1945. July of last year. rity situation continued to deteriorate. Famine has been declared in one coun- The resolution condemns the mul- And he said: try, and three others are at risk of tiple instances in which security forces This is a man-made crisis and the direct famine. Famine might be averted in have looted humanitarian assistance consequence of prolonged conflict. Somalia if the rains come. In Nigeria destined for civilians in need, and sup- Ken Isaacs, the vice president of Sa- and Yemen, famine might be averted if ports the effort of the U.S. Government maritan’s Purse—and Samaritan’s the world acts in time. working with partners in the inter- Purse has an extensive footprint in But South Sudan, which is the national community, including the South Sudan doing unbelievably great world’s newest nation, is currently ex- U.N., the African Union, and the Euro- humanitarian work—testified:

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It is essential that the South a man-made famine, and it is hard to argue doesn’t have to be this way. The world Sudanese Government and opposition with that assessment. is smart enough and resourceful forces cease their inhumane blocking Today, the United Nations reports enough to ensure that the worst of this of humanitarian workers and permit that two-thirds of South Sudan’s popu- tragedy can be prevented before the the delivery of assistance to the South lation requires humanitarian assist- situation gets further out of hand, but Sudanese. Millions of lives are at ance, and almost 5 million people— it is going to take a full-court press by stake. more than 40 percent of the popu- this administration, by the State De- As my late father, Donald Payne, the lation—are in urgent need of food, agri- partment, and by the international Member in this seat prior to me, fought culture, and nutritional assistance. community. for this Nation to exist over a decade of Clearly, the Government of South I grew up in Queens, New York, in an work here in the Congress, to now see Sudan and the rebels they face are Irish-American family. At an early age, what is going on, he was able to get the more interested in winning and holding I learned of the Great Hunger in Ire- situation in Darfur labeled a genocide. territory than in finding ways to feed land that killed more than 1 million I hope the next generation of Paynes and nurture their people and allow hu- people and forced more than 2 million does not have to do the same thing in manitarian access. Two months ago, more to flee. Those Irish didn’t have to South Sudan. there were 70 humanitarian-access inci- die just because a potato crop went Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- dents reported, causing suspension of bad. er, I reserve the balance of my time. operations in multiple locations. Aid In Ireland at the time, food was actu- Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 4 workers are being targeted in South ally being exported out of Ireland while minutes to the gentlewoman from Sudan, where eight Samaritan’s Purse people starved. So it was starvation Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE), my good workers were kidnapped and later re- not only because of food loss, but also friend and colleague and the chair of leased in February, and six African aid because of politics and repression— the Nigeria Caucus. workers in South Sudan were killed in very much the same situation that ex- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I March. ists in parts of Africa and in Yemen— thank the distinguished lady for her Stephen O’Brien, the head of the U.N. and only politics could ultimately commitment and this very important Office for the Coordination of Humani- change the underlying conditions in resolution, and the opportunities to tarian Affairs, accused South Sudan’s Ireland. meet with her and advocate as she con- Government of blocking foods and Now, we need both aid and political venes the South Sudan and Sudan Cau- medicines and restricting U.N. peace- pressure to help stop this famine and cus and works as the ranking member keepers from protecting civilians. He all of the ongoing famines now. So I on the Foreign Affairs Committee, described active hostility, access deni- urge my colleagues on both sides of the Subcommittee on Africa, with our als, and bureaucratic impediments to aisle to support this legislation. I urge chairman, Mr. SMITH; and, of course, I humanitarian organizations serving that the State Department: Seize the thank Mr. ROYCE and Mr. ENGEL, lead- that beleaguered nation. This is a man- bull by the horns and take action. ing the full committee; and those who made crisis. This resolution puts us on Don’t let history look back on America came to the floor, Mr. CROWLEY, and record and, again, encourages our ad- and say: Why did you not do enough certainly Mr. PAYNE, who has a legacy ministration and the world to do more while millions starved? Let history re- that he is holding in such high esteem to end it. flect the goodness of the heart of the by his own leadership. Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 American people, which I know exists. I was in South Sudan with the late minutes to the gentleman from New To this day, the people of Ireland re- Congressman Donald Payne as the York (Mr. CROWLEY), my good friend member the sultans from the then- right to return was implemented, and and Democratic Caucus chairman. Ottoman Empire that helped. They re- the individuals who were fleeing Sudan Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, I thank member the Choctaw Nation, who gave came with joy and tears. As they the gentlewoman for yielding to me. I $700 during the 1840s to help the starv- exited the buses that were bringing want to recognize the bipartisan sup- ing Irish. them in, they clearly were joyful. This port for this resolution. It heartens me. Let America be that shining country was a homecoming. I know of the great work of the gentle- in the future when Africa looks back We look forward to a great recogni- woman from California (Ms. BASS) for and says: Who was there to help? Let it tion of the assets and minerals and var- quite some time, as well as others on be America. That is the American way. ious wealth that Sudan, South Sudan the other side of the aisle, on this Working with our allies, America will could have to help all of its people and issue. succeed in preventing this famine if we even to try and help those still in She, along with the Sudan Caucus, move expeditiously. Darfur even though in Sudan. the Africa Subcommittee, and the CBC Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- We met with the then-President and Africa Task Force have been working er, I reserve the balance of my time. Vice President, who have now turned it every day in a very tenacious way to Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 into an enormous conflict and rising up draw attention to this issue and de- minutes to the gentleman from New against each other and killing and mand a strong international response. Jersey (Mr. PAYNE). causing people to flee. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, 100,000 peo- And so I want to congratulate Con- b 1800 ple in South Sudan are at risk of star- gresswoman BASS for this resolution, Mr. Speaker, there is no doubt that vation. Turmoil in the country could for us to be on record relating to ef- this is a crisis. I agree with my col- push another 5.5 million people into forts to respond to the famine in South league and friend from New Jersey (Mr. life-threatening hunger by summer. Sudan. And I take this moment just to SMITH): it is a manmade crisis. This hunger crisis in Sudan is man- read this story about a woman who is The United Nations is reporting that made, the result of a civil war that has an example of what the fear and fright the current situation in a number of decimated the agriculture and de- is: countries in Africa and the Middle East stroyed the economy, and it will take ‘‘By day, Mary Nyarac scours swamps constitutes the most serious humani- humanitarian action to fix it. for fish and edible water lilies. When tarian crisis since its founding over 70 I am proud to be a cosponsor of H. darkness falls and South Sudan’s mili- years ago. In South Sudan alone, Res. 187, introduced by Congresswoman tias retreat to their bases, she and hun- 100,000 people are in a state of famine KAREN BASS. This resolution aids the dreds of others fleeing a 3-year civil as we speak, and up to 5 million more people of South Sudan by increasing war slip onto dry land and tend crops are in serious danger of being in fam- emergency assistance to address the to stave off famine.

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Res. 187 expresses support men who can appear in daytime, the 20- almost entirely man-made. for the efforts of the United States Govern- year-old said as she sat beneath neem South Sudan is the world’s newest nation, ment, working with partners in the international trees in the northern county of Leer, located in the center of Africa and bordered by community, including the United Nations, the one of two areas in South Sudan where six countries. African Union, and the European Union, to fa- the United Nations in February made It is rich in oil, but following decades of civil cilitate humanitarian access to affected areas, the world’s first declaration of famine war it is also one of the least developed re- and encourages greater diplomatic pressure since 2011. She and other residents are gions on earth—only 15% of its citizens own on the parties to return to the negotiation table facing a catastrophe that’s being a mobile phone and there are very few tarmac to stop the violence, and to allow full humani- echoed by looming mass food shortages roads in an area larger in land mass than tarian access to displaced and starving popu- in Somalia, Yemen, and northern Nige- Spain and Portugal combined. lations, and to cease violations of humani- ria.’’ This makes the Nile River, which flows tarian principles. This is devastating—an article in through regional centers, an important trans- Finally, Mr. Speaker, let me conclude by ob- Bloomberg News—100,000 in those coun- port and trade route. serving that while bringing an end to the civil ties, 5 million all throughout Sudan Since South Sudan overwhelmingly voted to war and humanitarian relief the famine-strick- and South Sudan, but it is in all of break away from Sudan in 2011, the govern- en in South Sudan must be our first order of Sub-Saharan Africa. ment’s main concern has been to get oil flow- business, it is also very important to note that So I believe that this resolution ing following disagreements with the regime in all of us who worked to secure its independ- brings all of us together—Republicans Khartoum. ence want the country to succeed and be- and Democrats—and makes the state- There have been a few small armed rebel- come a productive and constructive member ment of the United States House of lions, border clashes and deadly cattle feuds of the community of nations. Representatives, then on to the Senate, but these have all taken place far from the That is why I have reintroduced the ‘‘Equal and then for the President to make the capital city of Juba. Rights and Access for the Women of South statement, as Congresswoman BASS so Signs of friction within the governing party, Sudan Act’’ (H.R. 48), which promotes the aptly states in this resolution, to let Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), human rights of women in South Sudan as the humanitarian aid come in. Let there be came when President Salva Kiir, an ethnic country transitions to a long-term government food that will reach those starving, and Dinka, the country’s largest group, fired his and to ensure women enjoy the right to partici- particularly the children, that are apt deputy Riek Machar, who is from the second pate fully in the political and economic life of to die in this region. largest tribe, the Nuer. the country. It is well-known, as well, that women President Kiir believes Mr. Machar was be- Despite its newly won independence women are not treated in the way that they hind a coup plot to oust him and seize power. in South Sudan continue to face brutal viola- should be, and I look forward to work- Mr. Machar denies the accusations, but has tions of their human rights. ing with Congresswoman BASS on H.R. publicly criticized Mr. Kiir for failing to tackle A lack of infrastructure as well as gender in- 48 that deals specifically with the corruption and vowed to challenge President equality has the potential to regress much of rights of women and providing them Kiir for leadership of the SPLM. the progress that has been made in South with human rights and women’s par- It is not clear what led to the breach in their Sudan. ticipation in leadership. That is cer- relationship but what started out as a political Such a lack of human development factors tainly missing. squabble has escalated into ethnic violence. only furthers the marginalization of women in But now people are starving, and so I The loyalties of the South Sudan army are South Sudan: would ask my colleagues to join me in divided with each of the principals com- 1. Inadequate health care has resulted in supporting H. Res. 187, relating to ef- manding significant military support and forces high maternal and infant mortality rates in forts to respond to the famine in South loyal to each man have clashed around the South Sudan; the maternal mortality rate is Sudan and be reminded of Mary, who country. one of the highest in the world with 1,054 scours swamps for fish and edible water And some of the most intense fighting has deaths per 100,000 live births. lilies, if at all possible, and fears the taken place in areas where famine is most se- 2. Additionally, literacy rates for women are onslaught of violence during the day. vere. staggeringly low; over 80% of women and girls They cannot live this way. They can Compounding matters, Mr. Speaker, South in South Sudan are illiterate. only die this way. Sudan is awash with guns after decades of Mr. Speaker, support H. Res. 187 so 3. The violence stemming from the conflict conflict and there is a history of ethnic tension that we can save lives. has led some traders to suspend their market Mr. Speaker, as a member of the South for politicians to exploit if they believe that presence resulting in food commodity price in- Sudan Caucus, and the sponsor of H.R. 48, could help them gain, or remain in, power. creases as much as 30 percent in high-conflict the ‘‘Equal Rights and Access for the Women It is against this backdrop that USAID is co- regions. of South Sudan Act,’’ I rise in strong support ordinating proactively and closely with the The ‘‘Equal Rights and Access for the of H. Res. 187, a resolution directing the United Nations, the African Union, the Euro- Women of South Sudan Act’’ puts equal rights United States Agency for International Devel- pean Union, and others to address South Su- and access for the women of South Sudan at opment (USAID) to increase emergency as- dan’s food insecurity. the forefront by: sistance to respond to the famine in South Complicating this situation is the fact that 1. Encouraging the appointment of women Sudan. while the Government of South Sudan has re- to high level positions within Republic of South On February 20, 2017 famine was declared portedly promised access to the most at-risk Sudan Government; formally in two counties of Unity State, which areas, humanitarian organizations remain un- 2. Ensuring that a significant portion of is located in the northern region of South able to provide vital food, water and shelter in United States development, humanitarian, and Sudan. many locations. relief assistance is channeled to local and The United Nations currently estimates that Mr. Speaker, the actions of South Sudan United States-based South Sudanese organi- more than 100,000 people in two Unity State Government in prohibiting humanitarian assist- zations, particularly South Sudanese women’s counties are directly affected by the famine. ance from getting to starving communities has organizations; In addition, food security experts are con- undermined the most proactive attempts by 3. Providing long-term financial assistance cerned that famine will spread. the United States and others to address what for primary, secondary, higher, nontraditional, According to expert analyses, in the ab- has now become a famine. and vocational education for South Sudanese sence of urgent humanitarian action, as many H. Res. 187 calls on South Sudan’s leaders girls, women, boys, and men; as 4.9 million South Sudanese, about 40 per- to put their petty disputes aside and to put the 4. Providing financial assistance to build cent of the country’s population, face the grim well-being of their people first. health infrastructure and deliver high-quality and certain prospect of starvation. The resolution condemns all threats and vio- comprehensive health care programs, includ- In 1998 the region suffered from a famine lence against civilian populations and aid ing primary, maternal, child, reproductive, and spurred by civil war and approximately 70,000 workers, including the over 70 humanitarian mental health care; to several hundred thousand people died dur- aid workers killed since the conflict began and 5. Requiring military training regarding the ing that famine. the brutal attack by the South Sudanese mili- protection, rights, and particular needs of

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States-sponsored programs. the upcoming rainy season will further But if we reflect for a minute that Mr. Speaker, as a nation, we should support impede delivery of humanitarian aid. Rwandans have lost their lives there, the Republic of South Sudan in its efforts to For too many reasons, the hunger ex- when we were dealing with this geno- become a freer, more equitable society that ists. cide issue in Sudan, we took Don respects, supports, and endorses the rights of USAID is a leading provider of hu- Cheadle, the actor who portrayed Paul women. manitarian aid, including more than Rusesabagina, who was also with us on I look forward to working with Congress- 620,000 tons of food assistance since that trip. woman BASS, the Ranking Member of the For- 2013. We went into Sudan in order to docu- eign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, members ment the genocide that was going on, b 1815 of the South Sudan Caucus, and all Members to speak to some of the survivors. We of the House to pass the ‘‘Equal Rights and This resolution calls on the govern- brought in a Nightline camera crew. Access for the Women of South Sudan Act’’ ment of South Sudan to cease hos- Yes, we have, in this case, brought and send it to the President’s desk for signa- tilities and allow aid to flow unre- the world community along to a cer- ture. stricted. tain extent. But here is part of the But before we can do that, we must end the In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus tragedy: those Rwandan peacekeepers man-made famine and alleviate the humani- teaches: ‘‘I was hungry, and you fed were slaughtered in South Sudan. So tarian suffering now ongoing in South Sudan. me. Lord, when did we see you hungry were Chinese peacekeepers. So were In- That is why I strongly support H. Res. 187 and feed you? Truly I tell you, what- dian and Kenyan and Fiji and Danish and urge all Members to join me in voting for ever you did for the least of my broth- peacekeepers. So were Egyptian and this important resolution. ers, you did for me.’’ Ethiopian and Bangladeshi peace- Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- In an effort to both stabilize the re- keepers. So were Benin and Burkina er, I reserve the balance of my time. gion and to feed those dying of hunger, Faso, and Chad and Mongolia. So were Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 I strongly urge my colleagues to sup- peacekeepers from Nepal and Nigeria minutes to the gentleman from New port H. Res. 187. and Norway, and the Philippines and York (Mr. SUOZZI), my fellow colleague Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- Pakistan. on the Foreign Affairs Committee. er, I continue to reserve the balance of And this is the kind of attitude that Mr. SUOZZI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in my time. we see from these warlords against support of H. Res. 187, sponsored by my Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I have no their own people and against others colleagues, Ranking Member BASS and more speakers. I propose to close. who try to come in to keep the peace. Chairman SMITH, and I applaud their Mr. Speaker, this crisis can be And this is why, frankly, in addition and Chairman ROYCE’s and Ranking stopped in its tracks. There is no need to this resolution, it is time—and I Member ENGEL’s continued bipartisan for millions to die. The world needs to know the support is there in the Secu- attention to this oft-neglected part of step up as it did in the Ebola crisis. rity Council, I know now there is the the world. The U.S. needs to continue to lead. support—to cut off the arms and the South Sudan faces a famine of Bib- Our contribution is vital and is based ammunition going in to South Sudan lical proportions which compels us to on the size of our economy and the fact that helps fuel these warlords. act. As the world’s newest country, that other countries who are not as for- We have heard the passion and dedi- South Sudan’s entry on the world stage tunate contribute in different ways. cation of Congresswoman BASS of Cali- has been fraught with disaster. A But the entire world should and does fornia. Of course, she has worked with drought caused by climate change, participate. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, the chairman which has become all too familiar in In 2011, 200,000 people had to die in of the Subcommittee on Africa, to this part of the world, has, since De- Somalia before the world took notice shine a light on this crisis. As always, cember 2013, been coupled with politi- and acted. This should never happen I appreciate the assistance of Mr. cally and ethnically fueled violence again. ENGEL, the ranking member. which has destroyed the infrastructure Mr. Speaker, I ask for an ‘‘aye’’ vote, I share the anguish of my colleagues as well as the economy. This has esca- and I yield back the balance of my in seeing the aspirations of South lated drought into famine. time. Sudan citizens dashed by kleptocrats Across the African Continent and the Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- and warlords, certainly not in the tra- globe, climate change and extreme er, I yield myself such time as I may dition of John Garang, warlords bent weather result in drought and the loss consume. on maintaining power at any cost. The of farmland. Families are forced to Mr. Speaker, many of us knew Presi- blood of countless civilians is on their leave their homes in the countryside to dent John Garang who tragically died hands, and the people of South Sudan seek work in the cities. The work is after many years of trying to secure deserve better. not there. Incompetent and/or corrupt freedom for the people of South Sudan, Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like governments fail to address the needs, tragically died in a helicopter crash. to recognize the bravery and selfless- and civil unrest devolves into violence. He was the father of his country. He ness of the humanitarians who are Countries are destabilized. was also one who always championed working to save lives and bring an end Here in South Sudan, the newness of peaceful coexistence among the tribes to the suffering that has been imposed the nation, the government’s efforts to in South Sudan. He was very different upon the people of South Sudan. stamp out civil unrest—especially from than obviously the current competing I have personally met with humani- nonruling tribes—and military forces warlords for that position. tarian workers who have been held at let loose upon their fellow countrymen I had worked with DON PAYNE’S fa- gunpoint, who have been threatened, has resulted in death, destruction, and ther. DON PAYNE, JR., spoke of this who have been abused in the worst destabilization. issue of the genocide resolution. We ways. I have met with people who have With nearly 3.5 million people dis- passed that resolution through this carried food and medicine on their placed and at least 50,000 dead, the House together. As a matter of fact, we backs through swamps because there international community, including brought it before the Human Rights were no roads. the United States, has responded with Council. DON PAYNE and I traveled up Without their commitment, without humanitarian aid to try and address to New York to raise this issue. their sacrifice, countless lives would the potential for 5.5 million humans at What is shocking to us about the cur- have now been lost. And while they risk for starvation by midyear. rent circumstances in South Sudan is don’t do this work for the accolades,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.018 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2837 they deserve our recognition and The question was taken. Black Esty (CT) Lawson (FL) Blackburn Evans Levin thanks here tonight. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Blum Faso Lewis (GA) I urge Members to join me in hon- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Blumenauer Ferguson Lewis (MN) oring them today by supporting this in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Blunt Rochester Fitzpatrick Lieu, Ted timely resolution. Mr. ROYCE of California. Mr. Speak- Bonamici Fleischmann Lipinski Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Bost Flores LoBiondo er, on that I demand the yeas and nays. Boyle, Brendan Fortenberry Loebsack of my time. The yeas and nays were ordered. F. Foster Lofgren Ms. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brady (PA) Foxx Long support of H. Res. 187 and to express my ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Brady (TX) Franks (AZ) Love Brat Frelinghuysen Lowenthal growing alarm that we have millions around ceedings on this motion will be post- Bridenstine Fudge Lowey the globe on the verge of starvation despite poned. Brooks (AL) Gabbard Lucas the fact that we live in a world that produces Brooks (IN) Gaetz Luetkemeyer f more than enough food to feed all its inhab- Brown (MD) Gallagher Lujan Grisham, Brownley (CA) Gallego M. itants. RECESS Buchanan Garamendi Luja´ n, Ben Ray H. Res. 187 rightfully calls for the U.S. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Buck Garrett Lynch Bucshon Gibbs MacArthur Agency for International Development (USAID) ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair to continue to provide emergency relief (food Budd Gohmert Maloney, declares the House in recess for a pe- Burgess Gonzalez (TX) Carolyn B. and other essential resources) to those af- riod of less than 15 minutes. Bustos Goodlatte Maloney, Sean fected in South Sudan. It also calls on USAID Accordingly (at 6 o’clock and 21 min- Butterfield Gosar Marchant Byrne Gottheimer Marshall to collaborate with international relief organiza- utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. tions and others to ensure that aid gets where Calvert Gowdy Mast Capuano Matsui f Granger it is most needed. The resolution also con- Carbajal Graves (GA) McCarthy ´ demns violence and threats against aid work- b 1831 Cardenas Graves (LA) McCaul ers assisting those in need and calls on the Carson (IN) Graves (MO) McClintock Carter (GA) Green, Al McCollum leaders of South Sudan to cease the fighting AFTER RECESS Carter (TX) Green, Gene McEachin so that these resources may reach those who The recess having expired, the House Cartwright Griffith McGovern need them. was called to order by the Speaker pro Castor (FL) Grijalva McHenry Castro (TX) Grothman McKinley This resolution focuses on the situation in tempore (Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee) at South Sudan where 7.5 million are at immi- Chabot Guthrie McMorris 6 o’clock and 31 minutes p.m. Chaffetz Hanabusa Rodgers nent risk. But unfortunately, at least 20 million Cheney Harper McNerney people around the world are facing severe f Chu, Judy Harris McSally food shortages as a result of below-average Cicilline Hartzler Meadows ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Clark (MA) Hastings Meehan rainfall and conflict. That is equivalent to the PRO TEMPORE Clarke (NY) Heck Meeks populations of the States of Connecticut, Iowa, Clay Hensarling Meng Utah, Mississippi, Arkansas, Nevada, Kansas, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Cleaver Herrera Beutler Messer and New Mexico combined. And conflicts in ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Clyburn Hice, Jody B. Mitchell Coffman Higgins (LA) Moolenaar South Sudan, Yemen Nigeria, and Somalia will resume on motions to suspend the rules previously postponed. Cohen Higgins (NY) Mooney (WV) are making bad situations even worse. Cole Hill Moulton People are starving and we cannot stand by Votes will be taken in the following Collins (GA) Himes Mullin and watch. I implore my colleagues to support order: Collins (NY) Hollingsworth Murphy (FL) H. Res. 187, by the yeas and nays; Comer Hoyer Murphy (PA) U.S. leadership and funding to address this Comstock Hudson Nadler dire situation. That’s what this resolution is H.R. 876, by the yeas and nays. Conaway Huffman Napolitano about. The United States has the ability to The first electronic vote will be con- Connolly Huizenga Neal save the lives of tens of millions of people and ducted as a 15-minute vote. The second Conyers Hultgren Noem electronic vote will be conducted as a Cook Hunter Nolan this resolution is crystal clear that we should Cooper Hurd Norcross do so. 5-minute vote. Correa Issa Nunes The U.S. cannot end these crises by itself. Costa Jackson Lee O’Halleran f Costello (PA) Jayapal O’Rourke However, my conscious—and I hope that all of Courtney Jeffries Olson my colleagues would not be clear knowing RELATING TO EFFORTS TO RE- Cramer Jenkins (KS) Palazzo that I could have done more as a Member of SPOND TO THE FAMINE IN Crawford Jenkins (WV) Pallone Congress to respond to the suffering and SOUTH SUDAN Crist Johnson (GA) Palmer Crowley Johnson (LA) Panetta deaths of millions of innocent adults and chil- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Cuellar Johnson (OH) Pascrell dren across the world facing starvation. This finished business is the vote on the mo- Culberson Johnson, E. B. Paulsen resolution and the recognition of the problem tion to suspend the rules and agree to Cummings Johnson, Sam Payne Curbelo (FL) Jordan Pearce is a good start. I urge my colleagues to also the resolution (H. Res. 187) relating to Davidson Joyce (OH) Pelosi support the inclusion of additional funding in efforts to respond to the famine in Davis (CA) Kaptur Perlmutter the FY 2017 funding bill that we may consider South Sudan, as amended, on which Davis, Rodney Katko Perry this week to prevent widespread famine and DeFazio Keating Peters the yeas and nays were ordered. DeGette Kelly (IL) Peterson cut off suffering from hunger as an obvious The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Delaney Kelly (MS) Pingree next step. It is also vital that we provide ade- tion. DeLauro Kelly (PA) Pittenger quate resources in FY 2018 as well to save The SPEAKER pro tempore. The DelBene Kennedy Pocan Demings Khanna Poe (TX) the lives of men, women and children. question is on the motion offered by Denham Kihuen Poliquin I want to thank my colleague, Congress- the gentleman from California (Mr. Dent Kildee Polis woman KAREN BASS, for her leadership and ROYCE) that the House suspend the DeSantis Kilmer Posey focus on this issue as well as Congressman DeSaulnier Kind Price (NC) rules and agree to the resolution, as DesJarlais King (IA) Quigley DONALD PAYNE, Jr. and Rep. CHRIS SMITH. I amended. Deutch King (NY) Raskin also want to thank the Chairman and Ranking The vote was taken by electronic de- Diaz-Balart Kinzinger Ratcliffe Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Mr. vice, and there were—yeas 411, nays 2, Dingell Knight Reed Doggett Krishnamoorthi Reichert ROYCE and Mr. ENGEL for their leadership and not voting 16, as follows: Donovan Kuster (NH) Renacci efforts as well. [Roll No. 222] Doyle, Michael Kustoff (TN) Rice (NY) F. Labrador Rice (SC) Now is the time for the U.S. to illustrate its YEAS—411 global leadership and act to save lives. Duffy LaHood Richmond Abraham Babin Beatty Duncan (SC) LaMalfa Roby The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Adams Bacon Bera Duncan (TN) Lamborn Roe (TN) question is on the motion offered by Aderholt Banks (IN) Bergman Dunn Lance Rogers (AL) the gentleman from California (Mr. Aguilar Barletta Beyer Ellison Langevin Rogers (KY) ROYCE) that the House suspend the Allen Barr Biggs Emmer Larsen (WA) Rokita Amash Barraga´ n Bilirakis Engel Larson (CT) Rooney, Francis rules and agree to the resolution, H. Amodei Barton Bishop (MI) Eshoo Latta Rooney, Thomas Res. 187, as amended. Arrington Bass Bishop (UT) Espaillat Lawrence J.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.042 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2838 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 Ros-Lehtinen Shimkus Valadao SWEARING IN OF THE HONORABLE I also want to thank my wife, Susan Rosen Shuster Vargas Roskam Simpson Veasey RON ESTES, OF KANSAS, AS A Estes, who is up in the gallery tonight. Ross Sinema Vela MEMBER OF THE HOUSE My mother, Lou Estes, is also up Rothfus Smith (MO) Vela´ zquez there, my son, Brent Estes, and my Rouzer Smith (NE) Visclosky The SPEAKER. Will Representative- Roybal-Allard Smith (NJ) Wagner elect Estes and the members of the daughters, Laura Estes and Grace Royce (CA) Smith (TX) Walberg Kansas delegation present themselves Estes. Ruiz Smith (WA) Walden As you all know, you can’t run an Ruppersberger Smucker Walker in the well. Rush Speier Walorski All Members will rise and the Rep- election and you can’t serve without Russell Stefanik Walters, Mimi resentative-elect will please raise his the support of family and friends, so I Rutherford Stewart Walz appreciate the effort that they put in Ryan (OH) Stivers Waters, Maxine right hand. Sa´ nchez Suozzi Watson Coleman Mr. ESTES appeared at the bar of the on my behalf. I look forward to serving Sanford Swalwell (CA) Weber (TX) House and took the oath of office, as with you. This is an honor to be a pub- Sarbanes Takano Webster (FL) lic servant and to work with you in the Scalise Taylor Welch follows: Chamber. Schakowsky Tenney Wenstrup Do you solemnly swear that you will sup- Schiff Thompson (CA) Westerman I want to mention that my back- Schneider Thompson (MS) Williams port and defend the Constitution of the Schrader Thompson (PA) Wilson (FL) United States against all enemies, foreign ground, both in the private sector be- Schweikert Thornberry Wilson (SC) and domestic; that you will bear true faith fore I was elected county treasurer and Scott (VA) Tiberi Wittman and allegiance to the same; that you take then State treasurer, was to focus on Scott, Austin Tipton Womack this obligation freely, without any mental Scott, David Titus Woodall how to make things more efficient and Sensenbrenner Tonko Yarmuth reservation or purpose of evasion; and that how do we get things done. The mes- Serrano Torres Yoder you will well and faithfully discharge the du- sage that came through in the election Sessions Trott Yoho ties of the office on which you are about to was that the voters in my district, like Sewell (AL) Tsongas Young (AK) enter, so help you God. Shea-Porter Turner Young (IA) the voters in your district, want to see Sherman Upton Zeldin The SPEAKER. Congratulations, you us accomplish things and want to get NAYS—2 are now a Member of the 115th Con- them done. gress. Jones Massie I appreciate the time, I appreciate NOT VOTING—16 f the opportunity, and I look forward to serving with you to accomplish things Bishop (GA) Lee Sires WELCOMING THE HONORABLE RON for our country. Davis, Danny Loudermilk Slaughter ESTES TO THE HOUSE OF REP- Farenthold Marino Soto RESENTATIVES Frankel (FL) Moore Wasserman f Gutie´rrez Newhouse Schultz Holding Rohrabacher The SPEAKER. Without objection, the gentlewoman from Kansas (Ms. ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER b 1852 JENKINS) is recognized for 1 minute. So (two-thirds being in the affirma- There was no objection. The SPEAKER. Under clause 5(d) of tive) the rules were suspended and the Ms. JENKINS of Kansas. Mr. Speak- rule XX, the Chair announces to the resolution, as amended, was agreed to. er, I rise this evening to congratulate House that, in light of the administra- The result of the vote was announced my good friend and our new House col- tion of the oath to the gentleman from Kansas (Mr. ESTES), the whole number as above recorded. league, RON ESTES. of the House is 431. A motion to reconsider was laid on I have known RON and his wife, the table. Susan, for many years. I can tell you, f Stated for: he is truly one of the nicest guys you Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, I was unavoid- will ever want to know. AVIATION EMPLOYEE SCREENING ably detained. Had I been present, I would RON and I share a common bond, hav- AND SECURITY ENHANCEMENT have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 222. ing served as State treasurers in Kan- ACT OF 2017 f sas, and I have watched him serve in The SPEAKER. Without objection, 5- COMMUNICATION FROM THE that role well. minute voting will continue. CLERK OF THE HOUSE With a nation $20 trillion in debt, it is always nice to add a fellow conserv- There was no objection. The SPEAKER laid before the House ative to Congress to help fix the debt The SPEAKER. The unfinished busi- the following communication from the and get our economy on the right fiscal ness is the vote on the motion to sus- Clerk of the House of Representatives: track, which I know RON is committed pend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. OFFICE OF THE CLERK, to doing. 876) to amend the Homeland Security HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Washington, DC, April 25, 2017. He has dedicated his entire life to Act of 2002 to reform programs of the Hon. PAUL D. RYAN, bold innovations and efficiency, re- Transportation Security Administra- The Speaker, House of Representatives, form, and problem solving in both the tion, and for other purposes, as amend- Washington, DC. public and the private sector. Kansans ed, on which the yeas and nays were or- DEAR MR. SPEAKER: I have the honor to in the Fourth District can be proud of dered. transmit herewith a copy of the Certificate their new Congressman, and I look for- The Clerk read the title of the bill. of Election received from the Honorable Kris W. Kobach, Secretary of State of Kansas, in- ward to working with Congressman The SPEAKER. The question is on dicating that, at the Special Election held on RON ESTES on behalf of Kansans. the motion offered by the gentleman April 11, 2017, the Honorable Ron Estes was Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from New York (Mr. KATKO) that the duly elected Representative in Congress for from Kansas (Mr. ESTES), our newest House suspend the rules and pass the the Fourth Congressional District, State of colleague. bill, as amended. Kansas. Mr. ESTES. Mr. Speaker, I thank This is a 5-minute vote. With best wishes, I am, Sincerely, Congresswoman JENKINS and our entire The vote was taken by electronic de- KAREN L. HAAS, Kansas delegation, and thank you to vice, and there were—yeas 409, nays 0, Clerk. all the Members for serving. not voting 21, as follows:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Jun 08, 2017 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD17\APRIL\H25AP7.REC H25AP7 April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2839 [Roll No. 223] Paulsen Rutherford Thornberry MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING Payne Ryan (OH) Tiberi FORMER REPRESENTATIVE DAW- YEAS—409 Pearce Sa´ nchez Tipton Perlmutter Sanford SON MATHIS Abraham DeGette Kaptur Titus Perry Sarbanes Adams Delaney Katko Tonko (Mr. BISHOP of Georgia asked and Peters Scalise Aderholt DeLauro Keating Torres Peterson Schakowsky was given permission to address the Aguilar DelBene Kelly (IL) Trott Pingree Schiff House for 1 minute and to revise and Allen Demings Kelly (MS) Tsongas Pittenger Schneider Upton extend his remarks.) Amash Denham Kelly (PA) Pocan Schrader Valadao Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, Amodei Dent Kennedy Poe (TX) Schweikert Arrington DeSantis Khanna Poliquin Scott (VA) Vargas it is with a heavy heart and solemn re- Babin DeSaulnier Kihuen Polis Scott, Austin Veasey membrance that I rise today to pay Bacon DesJarlais Kildee Posey Scott, David Vela tribute to an outstanding public serv- Banks (IN) Deutch Kilmer Price (NC) Sensenbrenner Vela´ zquez Barletta Diaz-Balart Kind Quigley Serrano Visclosky ant and friend of longstanding, the Barr Dingell King (IA) Raskin Sessions Wagner Honorable Dawson Mathis. Sadly, Barraga´ n Doggett King (NY) Ratcliffe Sewell (AL) Walberg former Congressman Mathis passed Barton Donovan Kinzinger Reed Shea-Porter Walden away on Monday, April 17, 2017. A me- Bass Doyle, Michael Knight Reichert Sherman Walker Beatty F. Krishnamoorthi Renacci Shimkus Walorski morial service will be held on Satur- Bera Duffy Kuster (NH) Rice (NY) Shuster Walters, Mimi day, April 29, 2017, at 2 p.m. in Nash- Bergman Duncan (SC) Kustoff (TN) Richmond Simpson Walz Beyer Duncan (TN) Labrador ville, Georgia. Roby Sinema Waters, Maxine Biggs Dunn LaHood A Georgia man through and through, Roe (TN) Smith (MO) Watson Coleman Bilirakis Ellison LaMalfa Dawson Mathis was born on November Rogers (AL) Smith (NE) Weber (TX) Bishop (GA) Emmer Lamborn Rogers (KY) Smith (NJ) 30, 1940, in Berrien County, to Marvin Bishop (UT) Engel Lance Webster (FL) Rokita Smith (TX) Welch Wilbur Mathis and Nell Dawson Abell. Black Eshoo Langevin Rooney, Francis Smith (WA) Wenstrup Blackburn Espaillat Larsen (WA) Rooney, Thomas Smucker He attended South Georgia College, Westerman Blum Estes (KS) Latta J. Soto now South Georgia State College, in Williams Blumenauer Esty (CT) Lawrence Ros-Lehtinen Speier Douglas. Before seeking public office, Blunt Rochester Evans Lawson (FL) Wilson (FL) Rosen Stefanik Dawson made a name for himself as the Bonamici Farenthold Levin Roskam Stewart Wilson (SC) Bost Faso Lewis (GA) Ross Stivers Wittman anchor and news director at WALB-TV Boyle, Brendan Ferguson Lewis (MN) Rothfus Suozzi Womack in Albany, Georgia, from 1964 until F. Fitzpatrick Lieu, Ted Rouzer Swalwell (CA) Woodall Brady (PA) Fleischmann Lipinski 1970. Roybal-Allard Takano Yarmuth That year, the young 29-year-old Brady (TX) Flores LoBiondo Royce (CA) Taylor Yoder Brat Fortenberry Loebsack Ruiz Tenney Yoho Dawson was elected to represent Geor- Bridenstine Foster Lofgren Ruppersberger Thompson (CA) Young (AK) gia’s Second Congressional District in Brooks (AL) Foxx Long Rush Thompson (MS) Young (IA) the United States House of Representa- Brooks (IN) Franks (AZ) Loudermilk Russell Thompson (PA) Zeldin Brown (MD) Frelinghuysen Love tives. He served on the House Agri- Brownley (CA) Fudge Lowenthal NOT VOTING—21 culture Committee where he was a Buchanan Gabbard Lowey staunch advocate for the farmers, Buck Gaetz Lucas Bishop (MI) Joyce (OH) Rohrabacher Bucshon Gallagher Luetkemeyer Connolly Larson (CT) Sires ranchers, and producers of the district Budd Gallego Lujan Grisham, Davis, Danny Lee Slaughter and the Nation. He was known for Burgess Garamendi M. Frankel (FL) Marino Turner working with lawmakers across the ´ Gutie´rrez Moore Bustos Garrett Lujan, Ben Ray Wasserman aisle to find common ground that Butterfield Gibbs Lynch Holding Newhouse Schultz Byrne Gohmert MacArthur Hoyer Pelosi would best serve the interests of Amer- Calvert Gonzalez (TX) Maloney, Hudson Rice (SC) icans across the country. Capuano Goodlatte Carolyn B. In 1980, Congressman Mathis ran un- Carbajal Gosar Maloney, Sean Ca´ rdenas Gottheimer Marchant b 1908 successfully for the United States Sen- Carson (IN) Gowdy Marshall ate. After being defeated in 1982 to re- Carter (GA) Granger Massie So (two-thirds being in the affirma- gain his House seat, Congressman Carter (TX) Graves (GA) Mast tive) the rules were suspended and the Mathis became a lobbyist in Wash- Cartwright Graves (LA) Matsui Castor (FL) Graves (MO) McCarthy bill, as amended, was passed. ington, D.C., advocating on behalf of Castro (TX) Green, Al McCaul The result of the vote was announced groups including Georgia peanut farm- Chabot Green, Gene McClintock as above recorded. ers. Chaffetz Griffith McCollum George Washington Carver once said: Cheney Grijalva McEachin The title of the bill was amended so Chu, Judy Grothman McGovern ‘‘No individual has any right to come Cicilline Guthrie McHenry as to read: ‘‘A bill to reform programs into the world and go out of it without Clark (MA) Hanabusa McKinley of the Transportation Security Admin- leaving behind him distinct and legiti- Clarke (NY) Harper McMorris Clay Harris Rodgers istration, and for other purposes.’’. mate reasons for having passed Cleaver Hartzler McNerney A motion to reconsider was laid on through it.’’ Indeed, Congressman Daw- Clyburn Hastings McSally the table. son Mathis devoted many years of dedi- Coffman Heck Meadows cated service to the people of Georgia Cohen Hensarling Meehan through his meaningful contribution of Cole Herrera Beutler Meeks f Collins (GA) Hice, Jody B. Meng energy, skill, and genuine passion, and Collins (NY) Higgins (LA) Messer for it, he will be remembered for years Comer Higgins (NY) Mitchell REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- to come. Comstock Hill Moolenaar VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF Conaway Himes Mooney (WV) On a personal note, Congressman Conyers Hollingsworth Moulton H.R. 1695, REGISTER OF COPY- Mathis was one of my predecessors in Cook Huffman Mullin RIGHTS SELECTION AND AC- serving the Second Congressional Dis- Cooper Huizenga Murphy (FL) COUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 Correa Hultgren Murphy (PA) trict of Georgia, and I was blessed with Costa Hunter Nadler his friendship, counsel, and mentorship Mr. COLLINS of Georgia, from the Costello (PA) Hurd Napolitano over the years. Congressman Mathis Courtney Issa Neal Committee on Rules, submitted a priv- Cramer Jackson Lee Noem was a great Representative for south- ileged report (Rept. No. 115–95) on the west Georgia and rural America, and I Crawford Jayapal Nolan resolution (H. Res. 275) providing for Crist Jeffries Norcross looked up to him as an example of how Crowley Jenkins (KS) Nunes consideration of the bill (H.R. 1695) to a public servant should serve his con- Cuellar Jenkins (WV) O’Halleran amend title 17, United States Code, to Culberson Johnson (GA) O’Rourke stituents. Cummings Johnson (LA) Olson provide additional responsibilities for Mr. Speaker, my wife, Vivian, and I, Curbelo (FL) Johnson (OH) Palazzo the Register of Copyrights, and for along with the more than 730,000 resi- Davidson Johnson, E. B. Pallone other purposes, which was referred to dents of Georgia’s Second Congres- Davis (CA) Johnson, Sam Palmer Davis, Rodney Jones Panetta the House Calendar and ordered to be sional District, salute Congressman DeFazio Jordan Pascrell printed. Dawson Mathis for his outstanding

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP7.019 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H2840 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 public service and his everlasting com- sian interference in our democracy is through the Violence Against Women mitment to improving the quality of an issue that affects everyone. I hope Act, one of the first bills I cosponsored. life for our citizens. I ask my col- that all Members will have the chance I saw it signed into law by President leagues here in the House of Represent- to review these critical materials. Obama. atives to join us in extending our deep- While the information in these docu- I am concerned that the cuts that est condolences to Congressman ments is classified, I remain pro- President Trump has proposed would Mathis’ family and friends during this foundly disturbed by the additional effectively eliminate the important difficult time. questions they raised. Unfortunately, I lifesaving care and rescue this organi- We pray that they will be consoled also remain very concerned about how zation provides to women, children, and comforted by an abiding faith and they are being portrayed by the White and others facing domestic violence. the holy spirit in the days, weeks, and House. There are 15,000 citizens in mid-Michi- months ahead. This growing credibility gap between gan who could lose access to these life- Mr. Speaker, I ask at this time for the administration and the American saving, important services. the House to observe a moment of si- people only underscores the need for an What kind of country are we if we lence in remembrance of the late Con- independent commission to uncover all don’t provide this sort of support to gressman Dawson Mathis. the facts. I am heartened, however, our most vulnerable citizens at the mo- ment of their need? f that today, Chairman CHAFFETZ and Ranking Member CUMMINGS came to- We need to reject these dangerous b 1915 gether in a bipartisan fashion regard- cuts. RECOGNIZING THE 17TH ANNUAL ing this issue. f MIRACLE MAKERS FASHION f GE’S ECONOMIC IMPACT IN NORTH SHOW AND LUNCHEON COAL REGULATIONS CAROLINA (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was (Mr. ROTHFUS asked and was given (Ms. FOXX asked and was given per- given permission to address the House permission to address the House for 1 mission to address the House for 1 for 1 minute and to revise and extend minute and to revise and extend his re- minute.) Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, her remarks.) marks.) GE will hold its 2017 Annual Meeting of Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, there Shareowners in Asheville, North Caro- would like to recognize the Women’s has been a lot of talk lately about lina. The company will also be cele- Committee of Big Brothers Big Sisters President Trump’s first 100 days in of- of Miami as the members gear up to brating its 125th anniversary. fice. GE likes to hold its shareowners celebrate the 17th annual Miracle Mak- The first 100 days of an administra- meeting in a different city each year to ers Fashion Show and Luncheon on tion offer a chance to watch a new highlight the company’s strong pres- April 27. President turn proposed policy changes ence in communities across the United Through its mentoring programs, Big into reality. In southwestern Pennsyl- States. It certainly has significant Brothers Big Sisters of Miami has vania, we are seeing President Trump business operations in North Carolina. given our community over 50 years of fulfill his pledge to end the war on proven success in providing at-risk GE supports nearly 18,000 jobs in the coal, and we are seeing real change. State between its direct employees and youth with the tools and resources to For example, the very day that Presi- discover their true potential and thrive its suppliers. For every one GE job, dent Trump signed legislation over- three North Carolina jobs are sup- in their personal, academic, and profes- turning one of former President sional lives. ported. The company also generates Obama’s anti-coal rules, a coal com- $7.2 billion in total production output Thanks to the invaluable dedication pany in Somerset County announced it of its staff and volunteers, Big Broth- per year in North Carolina, and com- would open a brand-new coal mine that pensates its employees more than ers Big Sisters of Miami has rightfully will create at least 70 new middle class earned its reputation as the gold stand- twice the State average. jobs. It would be great if President GE makes this investment in our ard of mentoring youngsters. Trump can make it out to the mine’s great State because it knows that the The upcoming Miracle Makers Fash- grand opening ceremony scheduled for workers in North Carolina, especially ion Show will highlight some of our June 8. those at the GE facility in West Jeffer- community’s most outstanding miracle I have met with miners as their son, in the Fifth District, work hard makers while bringing attention to the mines were closed during the previous and have a commitment to excellence. positive impact that mentoring has on administration, and I listened to their f our youth. stories as they worried about their kids I encourage all south Floridians who and paying their mortgages. AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH want to give back to our community to It is a new day, Mr. Speaker, and I (Mr. LANGEVIN asked and was given lend their time and their support to look forward to more employment op- permission to address the House for 1 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami. To- portunities being created as we begin minute and to revise and extend his re- gether, we can make a brighter future to roll back the job-killing regulations marks.) for all. in Washington, D.C. Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise f f today in recognition of Autism Aware- ness Month. INDEPENDENT COMMISSION REJECT DANGEROUS CUTS It is shocking to know that at least 1 NEEDED (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given in 68 children have been identified with (Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI asked and permission to address the House for 1 autism spectrum disorder in the United was given permission to address the minute.) States. My own family has been af- House for 1 minute and to revise and Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, last week fected by this situation with my neph- extend his remarks.) in Michigan, I toured the Bay Area ew Joshua, who is now 20 years old, a Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI. Mr. Speak- Women’s Center, which provides emer- bright and energetic young man who is er, today, as a member of the House gency shelter and counseling to sur- autistic. Oversight Committee, I had the oppor- vivors of domestic violence or sexual Mr. Speaker, early detection and tunity to view classified documents re- violence and their children. I toured treatment plans are crucial to the de- lated to General Michael Flynn’s dis- the Women’s Center to get a better un- velopment of a child’s social, behav- turbing foreign financial relationships. derstanding of their important work ioral, and communications skills. As I am very proud that Chairman and see what they do and how they such, we must invest in the research of CHAFFETZ and Ranking Member CUM- would be impacted by President new interventions, provide support to MINGS worked together in a bipartisan Trump’s proposed budget cuts. families and caregivers, and fund pro- fashion to bring those documents be- Two-thirds of the Women’s Center’s grams that assist those living with au- fore our committee. The issue of Rus- budget comes from Federal grants tism well into adulthood. Right now,

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(Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania There are currently 117,992 people I am hopeful that Julia can help con- asked and was given permission to ad- who need lifesaving organ transplants. vey such a message to our youth, and I dress the House for 1 minute and to re- Of those, there are nearly 1,000 Ken- will continue supporting programs that vise and extend his remarks.) tuckians on that list. To put it in per- help people with autism and their fami- Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. spective, every 10 minutes, someone is lies by providing the tools they need to Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratu- added to that list. succeed. late Nancy Lombardo on her well-de- Despite advances in medicine, there f served retirement. continues to be a gap between supply CONGRATULATING WESLEY SO ON Nancy is the executive officer for the and demand. On average, 22 people die HIS CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP Clearfield County League on Social each day while waiting for a trans- Services in Pennsylvania’s Fifth Con- plant. Kentucky legislation passed in (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given gressional District. For the past nearly 2006 enabling its residents to have their permission to address the House for 1 20 years, she has been instrumental in wishes documented through the Ken- minute and to revise and extend his re- leading several programs that the tucky Organ Donor Registry. By join- marks.) league provides for the betterment of ing the registry, an individual’s wishes Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise local communities. are documented electronically in a safe today to recognize Wesley So of Nancy manages several programs, in- and secure database. Several States Minnetonka, Minnesota, who earlier cluding Child Care Information Serv- have also created their own registry. this month became the United States ices of Clarion, Clearfield, and Jeffer- Ninety-five of Americans are in favor chess champion. At 23 years of age, son Counties; Children First, which is a of being a donor, but only 54 percent Wesley is already one of the world’s top seminar for divorced parents to help are registered. This is why registering chess grandmasters. cope with divorce and how it affects In St. Louis, for the U.S. Chess to be an organ donor is so important. their children; Safe Haven, which pro- Championship, Wesley So and his oppo- Mr. Speaker, I would also like to rec- vides a safe meeting place for custodial nent went into a playoff after a two- ognize my field representative, Amelia parents to have their children visit way tie for first place. In the two-game Wilson, who received a liver transplant with the noncustodial parent; as well playoff, So won the first game handily in 2005, and is currently awaiting a sec- as the Child and Adult Care Food Pro- and was able to force a draw in the sec- ond transplant. Amelia, my longtime gram. ond game with a perpetual check with friend and a fellow Monroe County na- Nancy has given her time to numer- his knight. He extended his no-loss tive, resides in Livingston County with ous boards to advocate for children’s streak to 67 games, one of the longest her husband, Allen Wilson. needs, day care services, child advo- runs in the game’s history. After courageously undergoing her cacy centers, children youth services, Mr. Speaker, Wesley So has quickly first transplant, Amelia has dedicated and more. She has been a valuable and made a name for himself in the world herself to advocating for organ dona- dedicated leader to the league for of chess since coming to America from tion. We are lucky to have her serving many years, and she will be missed. the Philippines 5 years ago. He is now the First District as our field rep- On behalf of the Congress of the the world’s number two ranked player resentative. Beyond her service to Ken- United States, I wish Nancy Lombardo and is in prime position to play the tucky, her activism for this noble all the best in her retirement. world’s top player, Norway’s Magnus cause is what truly elevates her as an Carlsen. f advocate, friend, and servant of the Congratulations to Wesley So on an First District. EDUCATION FUNDING IN THE impressive run of dominance. We will During National Donate Life Month, PRESIDENT’S BUDGET be cheering for him as he continues to I encourage everyone to remember the work on becoming the first American (Mrs. TORRES asked and was given bravery and diligence of people like chess grandmaster in more than 40 permission to address the House for 1 Amelia. This April, please consider the years. minute.) importance of donating life. f f Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, our chil- dren are this Nation’s greatest asset. b 1930 AVOID GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN Our future is in their hands. We have (Mr. CARBAJAL asked and was given to make sure that they have the tools WE MUST AVOID A GOVERNMENT permission to address the House for 1 they need to lead our country and SHUTDOWN minute.) tackle whatever challenges the future (Mr. BEYER asked and was given Mr. CARBAJAL. Mr. Speaker, I rise holds. permission to address the House for 1 today to urge this Congress to work to- This is why I was shocked the Presi- minute.) gether to avoid a shutdown of the Fed- dent’s budget makes drastic cuts to Mr. BEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to eral Government this week. education—cuts that will have the big- urge my colleagues to do everything in We must pass a clean funding bill gest impact on kids who need our help our power to avoid a government shut- that Members from both parties can the most. down. Federal workers protect our pub- support, without any ideological riders. In my district, a quarter of our kids lic health and environment, they de- We cannot allow the American public live in poverty, with parents working liver our mail, they help our businesses and central coast families in my dis- long hours and multiple jobs just to and home buyers, and they keep us trict to foot the bill resulting from par- make ends meet. Yet President Trump safe. Shutting down the government tisan gridlock. A shutdown would mean wants to cut before- and afterschool would suspend their paychecks, dam- disrupting economic growth and poten- programs, as well as over $4 million in age their morale, and shut off the es- tially triggering job losses across the programs to hire and train teachers sential services they provide. country, as we experienced in the par- and reduce class size. My friend, Mr. WITTMAN, and I have tisan 2013 shutdown. As this Congress crafts our budget, I drafted legislation to protect the pay A shutdown damages both our econ- ask my Republican colleagues to reject of Federal employees in case Congress omy and national security. It is vital these cuts and to truly invest in our fu- and the White House fail to reach an that this Congress put forward a clean ture. We will never make America agreement. I urge my colleagues on funding resolution. It would be irre- great if we leave our kids behind. both sides of the aisle to cosponsor the

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These two individuals slightly different subject, and that is from being considered because, if it be- made a difference for Arizona and for what is wrong with this picture. A mas- comes law, it means that Congress has the causes they dedicated themselves ter sergeant at one of the air bases in failed and we have shut down our gov- to. Burt and Sharon left behind a won- the United States who has served for ernment. derful legacy for their family, commu- some almost 30 years, married the last Republicans hold the White House nity, church, and State. 18 years to a young woman with three and both Chambers of the Congress, so Like Sharon, we do not have knowl- children. She attempted to return from what happens next is up to them. I edge of the moment of our life’s final deployment in the United Kingdom, hope my friends here will have nothing breath, but we are exhorted to run with had her passport removed, and she was to do with the White House plan to endurance the race that is set before deported to Mexico. Her children are in hold hostage the budget agreement and us. Sharon Giese ran her race with an the United States. She served for 18 payments to stabilize health insurance abundance of endurance and inspired years alongside her husband as he built rates. I urge my colleagues to act countless individuals around her. Her and maintained America’s fleet of spy swiftly and responsibly to work out a example will be celebrated and her loss planes. bipartisan funding bill and avoid a gov- mourned. What is wrong with this picture, ernment shutdown. f America, that a wife of a servicemem- f AUTISM SPEAKS OUT ber who served for 18 years alongside her husband, a master sergeant, cannot (Mr. LAMALFA asked and was given ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE FUNDING come back into the United States be- permission to address the House for 1 CUTS cause of an error that was made years minute and to revise and extend his re- (Mr. BERGMAN asked and was given and years ago? permission to address the House for 1 marks.) We are going to follow this up. When Mr. LAMALFA. Mr. Speaker, I rise minute.) our generals talk about taking care of tonight to recognize the beginning of Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise their troops, may I suggest they also World Autism Month. I am wearing on behalf of communities across Michi- this blue pin to raise awareness for take care of their spouses. We have got gan’s First District that depend on Es- those impacted by autism around the work to do here. But the subject matter for tonight is sential Air Service funding for indus- country. try, mobility, and economic success. I There are over 70 million people with a little different, although that issue is believe that, when it comes to pro- autism worldwide, with more children much on my mind. Some of you may tecting taxpayer dollars, we as Con- diagnosed each year than with AIDS, have seen this on the news a month and gress have a fiduciary responsibility to diabetes, and cancer combined. This a half ago. That is the Oroville Dam the American people. We owe it to disease impairs the ability for folks to spillway. A maintenance problem not them to evaluate what is working and communicate and socialize. This April, paid attention to over the years re- what isn’t and make the appropriate it is my goal to join forces with my sulted in a massive failure of the spill- adjustments. House colleagues to recognize what has way and put 188,000 of my constituents The Essential Air Service program is become the fastest growing serious de- and Mr. LAMALFA’s constituents at a great example of a program that is velopmental disorder in the United risk. working, and I am proud to support it. States, one that early intervention can This is the Interstate 5 bridge in EAS grants make it possible for 8 of greatly help. Washington State connecting the the 10 airports in Michigan’s First Dis- On average, having a child with au- United States to Canada. It collapsed. trict to provide reliable air services, tism costs a family $60,000 per year, an We could put up pictures of other promote economic stability and job expense that many families cannot af- bridges in Minnesota, et cetera. What growth, and support a healthy tourism ford but are left with no choice. we are talking about tonight is infra- industry in the Upper Peninsula and School-based services provide vital structure, not just about infrastruc- throughout northern Michigan. education and developmental tools for ture. The President wants a trillion- The benefits that this program pro- children with autism, but what hap- dollar infrastructure program, and we vides to small towns and cities in pens when the schooldays are over? await his proposal. It would be good. Michigan and across the United States Once a child with autism reaches the We would put millions of Americans to are well worth the investment, and I age of 18, many families face a services work if we were to have that infra- look forward to working with my col- cliff. They are no longer able to access structure program. leagues in Congress to ensure full Es- the care they need. But there is more to it than just in- sential Air Service funding. As we work to reform health care in frastructure. In the last 5-year trans- f this 115th Congress, we must ensure portation bill, I was successful in work- that individuals have access to the af- ing with other Members here to insert HONORING THE LIFE OF SHARON fordable treatment they need and im- into that bill that at least 70 percent of GIESE prove the outcomes for youth who are the value in our transit systems be (Mr. BIGGS asked and was given per- transitioning out of the school system American made. So tonight’s subject mission to address the House for 1 as well. Go to autismspeaks.org, and matter is really about the failing infra- minute and to revise and extend his re- let’s deal with and work for quality of structure, but it is also about making marks.) life improvements for these folks. I it in America. Mr. BIGGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today urge my House and Senate colleagues This is a subject matter that, for 7 to commemorate the life of Sharon to do the same. years, I have talked about on the floor Giese. Sharon passed away unexpect- f here: Make It In America. Our Presi- edly in Arizona last week, a few short dent wants to talk about this and, in days after the death of her husband, MAKE IT IN AMERICA fact, recently issued an executive order Burt. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. that says we ought to make it in Amer- Sharon was a respected, admired, and FITZPATRICK). Under the Speaker’s an- ica. He instructed his administration, cherished member of our community. nounced policy of January 3, 2017, the as few as they are, to make sure that, She had a long history of promoting gentleman from California (Mr. in every effort, the Buy American pro- conservative principles, and everyone GARAMENDI) is recognized for 60 min- visions be honored. That has not been she touched will miss her steady voice. utes as the designee of the minority the case in the past. What we need to Sharon Giese was a steadfast icon of leader. do is make certain that we make it in

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We have the Golden Gate bad. It was actually very good. It could strategic national resources: oil and Bridge. We have Yosemite. We have the have been better if there had been more natural gas. great industries of southern Cali- infrastructure and more Buy Amer- Now operating in Texas is an LNG— fornia—the entertainment, the movie ican, but there is one provision in the liquefied natural gas—facility export- industries and the rest—and we have American Recovery and Reinvestment ing American natural gas. They liquefy San Francisco. We also have major pol- Act that really made a difference. it, put it on a ship, and off it goes to icy problems. Make It In America: I b 1945 somewhere in the world like China. want to give you two different exam- That is okay. ples. It was for the Amtrak systems. Basi- It will take 100 or more LNG tank The San Francisco-Oakland Bay cally, the systems here on the East ships to meet the full export potential Bridge, now completed. It is a beautiful Coast, the electrification. New loco- of that one facility when it comes fully bridge, and it replaces an old bridge motives for the East Coast corridor. on line. There are five other LNG ex- that was built in the 1930s that was se- Wow. Some $700 million. I think it was port facilities licensed in the United riously deficient. However, it was made 80, maybe 90 new locomotives to be States, one which is being built near with a large, large input of Chinese built. the Washington Capital, in Maryland. steel. It actually came in $3.9 billion American companies looked at this Perhaps 250—225 new liquefied nat- over budget, but we did provide some and said: We don’t build locomotives ural gas tank ships are going to be 3,000 jobs in China, and we allowed the anymore. We certainly don’t build die- needed in the next decade or so. Chinese steel industry to build a new sel electric or all electric locomotives, Are any of them to be built in Amer- steel mill to be able to produce the so we will let this one go. ica? very high-quality steel that was sup- Well, there is that German company No, nada, none, unless we pass a posed to be in the bridge. However, the called Siemens. piece of legislation that we call ener- steel that they shipped wasn’t exactly They said: $700 million, 80 or so loco- gizing American shipbuilding. There high quality, the welds weren’t exactly motives. are 16 lines of law that say it is a stra- We have a manufacturing plant out good, and we wound up seriously over tegic national security issue to be able in Sacramento, California. We make budget for that as well as other rea- to build commercial ships in the light rail cars out there and transit sons. United States. The export of an equally cars. So maybe Californians don’t always strategic national asset—LNG and have the position of taking pride in all You say: 100 percent American made? Everything from the electric motors to crude oil—should be on those ships. that is done. This I take no pride in. This is not new policy. When the This was a serious mistake by the the brakes, to the wheels, to the paint, 100 percent American made? North Slope of Alaska opened nearly 50 State government, a serious mistake years ago, it was American steel in the by the agency that ran and put this The German company said: We can pipeline, it was American ships that bridge into process. What would it do that. We could make it in America. were taking that crude oil out of mean if, for example, instead of trying And they did. The last train has been Valdez, Alaska. Over the years, we to save 10 percent on the cost of steel, produced. This is the first train. kind of forgot about that and the law our Californian colleagues would have Don’t tell me we can’t make it in disappeared. Now it is not American actually said, well, maybe those jobs America. Don’t tell me that our Amer- ships and not American sailors. should be in America and that new ican taxpayer dollars should be spent We can do this. The energizing Amer- steel mill should be in America? Could in China, Japan, or someplace else. No. ican shipbuilding piece of legislation have, should have, but it didn’t happen. Build it in America. Buy American. Now, on the other side of the con- And we will put thousands—in fact, will be introduced this week. We have tinent we have New York. Now, we tens of thousands of people to work. some 20 or more coauthors. We want to Californians don’t much like to talk I want to give you another example. follow what our President says about: about New York but, hey, here is some- The American maritime industry has Buy American, build it in America. thing to talk about. Here is something been in a very steep decline for the last How many jobs are we talking about? that really worked out well. 4 decades. Following World War II, we Well over a couple hundred thousand It seems as though New York wanted had over 1,500 American ships. A dec- in the shipyards. And if that bill passes a new bridge over the Hudson River, ade ago we had over 200 ships on the as we have written it, that would re- the new Tappan Zee Bridge in New ocean. Our shipyards were making LNG quire that the engines, the compres- York, and they made a decision: it was tankers 20 years ago, and they were sors, the pumps, the anchors, and the going to be built with American steel. American flagged. There were Amer- electronic equipment be American Wow, what a noble thought. And all of ican mariners on those ships. Today, made also. We are talking about a that from New York, as opposed to we have less than 80 American flag- whole supply train throughout most California that said: Oh, let’s go with ships, and we don’t make large com- every State and businesses that are as China. mercial ships in the United States, ex- reflective as the American manufac- So what happened? The steel arrived. cept on rare occasions. turing sector used to be. The steel was quality. The bridge was The maritime industry is absolutely There is enormous potential in public built, $3.9 billion, on budget, on time, critical for national defense. policy that actually puts in place laws and there was some 7,700-plus Amer- How do you think our men, women, that build upon the strength of Amer- ican jobs. It makes a difference when and equipment get to the troubled ica, strengthening our national secu- you make it in America and when your spots of the world? rity, and at the same time strength- tax dollars—State, local, and Federal— You don’t fly the M1 tank on an air- ening a critical industry in America: are spent on American-made equip- plane. You put it on a ship. You put the the shipbuilding industry. ment and supplies: American steel, trucks on a ship. You put the artillery And, of course, American ships will American jobs, an American bridge. on a ship. be American flagged with American The Oakland Bay Bridge, San Fran- But where are the American ships? mariners. cisco-Oakland Bay Bridge: Chinese Oh, I know. We will call China and This is a good thing for America. steel, Chinese jobs, over budget, bad they will deliver our goods to the This is a very good thing for our na- quality, and the story is not a good South China Sea. I doubt it. I don’t tional security. It is a very good thing one. think so. for jobs.

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But no House adjourned until tomorrow, for the naval vessels and begin to give more willy-nilly not paying attention Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at 10 a.m. for America naval construction competi- to the law, which says: American food morning-hour debate. tion in the shipyards. It is not a bad for American schools. And now there thing to have competition. That is one. will be somebody watching to make f Number two. For more than 3 dec- sure that that law is followed. OATH OF OFFICE MEMBERS, RESI- ades we have had the School Lunch I would also add that a similar bill is DENT COMMISSIONER, AND DEL- Program, which is also the School now being pushed through the Cali- EGATES Breakfast Program, which is a critical fornia legislature. The oath of office required by the program that provides nutritious meals So, once again, it comes back to this sixth article of the Constitution of the to students in our schools who would issue: Do you want to grow the Amer- United States, and as provided by sec- not otherwise be fed. ican economy? Do you want to use our tion 2 of the act of May 13, 1884 (23 Now, there is one genius here that taxpayer money to support American Stat. 22), to be administered to Mem- said: Well, hungry kids can learn. jobs and American manufacturing? Or bers, Resident Commissioner, and Dele- Really? are you willing to just not worry about I know a lot of my colleagues that gates of the House of Representatives, it and let the jobs go wherever they can’t think if they are hungry. At least the text of which is carried in 5 U.S.C. may? that is a good reason to assume what 3331: I am still trying to find who it was; they are actually talking about in pol- ‘‘I, AB, do solemnly swear (or af- maybe one of my colleagues here in the icy. But a hungry kid will not be able firm) that I will support and defend House of Representatives or a Senator, to learn. They are thinking about their the Constitution of the United but quite probably some staff person stomach. They are thinking about that States against all enemies, foreign that when they wrote the American ache. We have had the school nutrition and domestic; that I will bear true Recovery Act, they said: Great, we program for some time—lunches and faith and allegiance to the same; need new electric locomotives on the breakfasts. that I take this obligation freely, Eastern corridor. And they said: 100 The law says that the food should be without any mental reservation or percent American made. Hundreds of produced in America, but the practice purpose of evasion; and that I will jobs in Sacramento building these. And is different. The practice is: We will well and faithfully discharge the the electric engines, the brakes, the buy wherever we can. duties of the office on which I am steel, all the rest of it, all gathered Now, I will give you an example. A about to enter. So help me God.’’ school district in Sacramento, Cali- from America, 100 percent American fornia, whose name actually happens to made. has been subscribed to in person and be similar to the city, decided that So don’t let anybody tell you it can’t filed in duplicate with the Clerk of the they should purchase Chinese peaches be done. If we write the law, it will be House of Representatives by the fol- in big cans. Yet, within 10 miles of that done. Those LNG ships, those oil tank- lowing Member of the 115th Congress, school there were three packing plants ers that will take our crude oil and pursuant to the provisions of 2 U.S.C. that produced California-grown peach- ship it around the world, those can be 25: es. built in America, in the American ship- RON ESTES, Fourth District of Kan- It turns out that the Chinese peaches yards with American welders and sas. have some label on it that says or- plumbers and boilermakers and naval f ganic. Right. Now, there is a label you architects and American businesses EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, can believe. It turns out that they are providing the jobs here in the United ETC. really not too organic at all. States. It is possible. So in terms of quality, in terms of But, colleagues, it takes a law. That Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive food that is produced domestically and is our business: to pass laws that sup- communications were taken from the locally, the Buy American provisions port the American jobs, that support Speaker’s table and referred as follows: that have been in the law for the American businesses, just like the 1126. A letter from the Acting Deputy Sec- School Lunch Program and School American Recovery Act. Sixteen lines retary, Department of Agriculture, transmit- Breakfast Program need to be observed of law. The export of crude oil, the ex- ting a report of violations of the Anti-Defi- by school districts across this Nation. port of LNG, starting with 5 percent in ciency Act by the Department of Agri- So we have introduced another bill the first year, and then building up to culture’s (USDA) Working Capital Fund, Na- called American Food for American tional Finance Center managed by the Office 25 percent over the next 7 years. Amer- of the Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to 31 Schools. It doesn’t change the basic re- ican ships will be built, American sail- U.S.C. 1351; Public Law 97-258; (96 Stat. 926); quirement that the food be American- ors will be on it, and American jobs to the Committee on Appropriations. produced food by our farmers and by will be here in the United States. We 1127. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- our packing houses and by the facili- can do it if we want to. ment of Defense, transmitting a letter on the ties that take that food and bring that Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance approved retirement of Vice Admiral Philip nutritious meal to the schools. No. It of my time. H. Cullom, United States Navy, and his ad- vancement to the grade of vice admiral on simply says that school districts can f no longer ignore the law. That they are the retired list, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. LEAVE OF ABSENCE 1370(c)(1); Public Law 96-513, Sec. 112 (as going to be required to follow the law, amended by Public Law 104-106, Sec. 502(b)); to report and to seek a waiver if the By unanimous consent, leave of ab- (110 Stat. 293); to the Committee on Armed cost of domestically-grown peaches, sence was granted to: Services. peaches grown within 10 miles of the Mr. MARINO (at the request of Mr. 1128. A letter from the Acting Chairman, Sacramento school district, are too ex- MCCARTHY) for today and the balance National Credit Union Administration, pensive compared to peaches that are of the week on account of a family transmitting the Administration’s 2016 An- imported from California or some other medical issue. nual Report, pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1752a(d); June 26, 1934, ch. 750, title I, Sec. 102(d) (as part of the world. They could seek a Mr. NEWHOUSE (at the request of Mr. amended by Public Law 95-630, Sec. 501); (92 MCCARTHY) for today and the balance waiver. They could prove that those Stat. 3680); to the Committee on Financial peaches are nutritious and that they of the week on account of a family ill- Services. are not somehow contaminated. ness. 1129. A letter from the Regulations Coordi- We have done the studies, and there Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois (at the nator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid is some question about whether there request of Ms. PELOSI) for today. Services, Department of Health and Human

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP7.057 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2845 Services, transmitting the Department’s 1139. A letter from the Attorney-Advisor, land Security Act of 2002 to reform programs Major final rule — Patient Protection and Department of Transportation, transmitting of the Transportation Security Administra- Affordable Care Act; Market Stabilization sixteen (16) notifications of a federal va- tion, and for other purposes; with amend- [CMS-9929-F] (RIN: 0938-AT14) received April cancy, designation of acting officer, nomina- ments (Rept. 115–94). Referred to the Com- 18, 2017, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); tion, action on nomination, or discontinu- mittee of the Whole House on the state of Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to ation of service in acting role, pursuant to 5 the Union. the Committee on Energy and Commerce. U.S.C. 3349(a); Public Law 105-277, 151(b); (112 Mr. COLLINS of Georgia: Committee on 1130. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Stat. 2681-614); to the Committee on Over- Rules. House Resolution 275. Resolution pro- ment of Health and Human Services, trans- sight and Government Reform. viding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1695) mitting a determination that a significant 1140. A letter from the Deputy Under Sec- to amend title 17, United States Code, to pro- potential for a public health emergency ex- retary for Operations, NOAA, Department of vide additional responsibilities for the Reg- ists that has a significant potential to affect Commerce, transmitting the National Oce- ister of Copyrights, and for other purposes national security or the health and security anic and Atmospheric Administration’s (Rept. 115–95). Referred to the House Cal- of United States citizens living abroad and Chesapeake Bay Office Biennial Report to endar. that involves nerve agents or certain insecti- Congress for Fiscal Years 2015-2016, pursuant f cides (organophosphorus and/or carbamate); to 15 U.S.C. 1511d(b)(7); Public Law 102-567, PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Sec. 307(b)(7) (as amended by Public Law 107- 1131. A letter from the Executive Sec- 372, Sec. 401(a)); (116 Stat. 3098); to the Com- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public retary, Department of State, transmitting mittee on Natural Resources. bills and resolutions of the following the Department’s report covering the period 1141. A letter from the Acting Solicitor titles were introduced and severally re- from December 8, 2016 to February 6, 2017 on General, Department of Justice, transmit- the Authorization for Use of Military Force ferred, as follows: ting notification that the department has Against Iraq Resolution, pursuant to 50 By Mr. KNIGHT: taken the position of amicus curiae in PHH U.S.C. 1541 note; Public Law 107-243, Sec. H.R. 2116. A bill to amend the Reclamation Corp. v. CFPB, No.: 15-1177 (D.C. Cir.) (filed 4(a); (116 Stat. 1501) and 50 U.S.C. 1541 note; Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Fa- March 17, 2017), pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Public Law 102-1, Sec. 3 (as amended by Pub- cilities Act to authorize the Secretary of the 530D(a)(1); Public Law 107-273, Sec. 202(a); lic Law 106-113, Sec. 1000(a)(7)); (113 Stat. Interior to participate in a series of water (116 Stat. 1771); to the Committee on the Ju- 1501A-422); to the Committee on Foreign Af- reclamation projects to provide a new water diciary. fairs. supply to communities previously impacted 1132. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 1142. A letter from the Deputy Assistant by perchlorate contamination plumes; to the ment of the Treasury, transmitting a six- General Counsel for the Division of Regu- Committee on Natural Resources. month periodic report on the national emer- latory Services, Department of Education, By Mr. SESSIONS (for himself and Mr. gency with respect to the Central African transmitting the Department’s final regula- PASCRELL): Republic that was declared in Executive tions — Adjustment of Civil Monetary Pen- H.R. 2117. A bill to amend the Employee Order 13667 of May 12, 2014, pursuant to 50 alties for Inflation [Docket ID: ED-2016-OGC- Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to U.S.C. 1641(c); Public Law 94-412, Sec. 401(c); 0051] (RIN: 1801-AA16) received April 17, 2017, permit multiemployer plans in critical sta- (90 Stat. 1257) and 50 U.S.C. 1703(c); Public pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law tus to modify plan rules relating to with- Law 95-223, Sec 204(c); (91 Stat. 1627); to the 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- drawal liability, and for other purposes; to Committee on Foreign Affairs. mittee on the Judiciary. the Committee on Education and the Work- 1133. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 1143. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- force. ment of the Treasury, transmitting a six- ment of Education, transmitting the Depart- By Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania month periodic report on the national emer- ment’s final regulations — Adjustment of (for himself and Mr. PETERS): gency with respect to Yemen that was de- Civil Monetary Penalties for Inflation H.R. 2118. A bill to amend the Federal clared in Executive Order 13611 of May 16, [Docket ID: ED-2016-OGC-0051] (RIN: 1801- Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the registration of establishments that service 2012, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1641(c); Public AA16) received April 17, 2017, pursuant to 5 devices, and for other purposes; to the Com- Law 94-412, Sec. 401(c); (90 Stat. 1257) and 50 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. mittee on Energy and Commerce. U.S.C. 1703(c); Public Law 95-223, Sec 204(c); 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on the By Mr. TED LIEU of California (for (91 Stat. 1627); to the Committee on Foreign Judiciary. himself, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. AGUILAR, Affairs. 1144. A letter from the Executive Sec- 1134. A letter from the Executive Sec- retary, Department of State, transmitting a Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. BONAMICI, Mr. retary, Department of State, transmitting report entitled ‘‘Report on Denials of Visas CARBAJAL, Ms. JUDY CHU of Cali- the 34th Annual Report to Congress on the to Confiscators of American Property’’, pur- fornia, Mr. CICILLINE, Ms. CLARK of Multinational Force and Observers Pursuant suant to Sec. 2225(c) of the Foreign Affairs Massachusetts, Ms. CLARKE of New to Sec. 6 of Public Law 97-132, for the Period Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998, as York, Mr. COHEN, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- Ending January 15, 2017; to the Committee contained in the Omnibus Consolidated and fornia, Ms. DEGETTE, Ms. DELBENE, on Foreign Affairs. Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Mrs. DEMINGS, Mr. DESAULNIER, Mr. 1135. A letter from the Acting Secretary, Act 1999, Public Law 105-277, 8 U.S.C. 1182d; ENGEL, Mr. ESPAILLAT, Ms. ESTY of American Battle Monuments Commission, to the Committee on the Judiciary. Connecticut, Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. AL transmitting the Commission’s FY 2016 No 1145. A letter from the Deputy CFO, GREEN of Texas, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. FEAR Act report, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2301 NESDIS, Department of Commerce, trans- HASTINGS, Mr. HIMES, Ms. JACKSON note; Public Law 107-174, 203(a) (as amended mitting the Department’s final rule — LEE, Ms. JAYAPAL, Mr. KEATING, Mr. by Public Law 109-435, Sec. 604(f)); (120 Stat. Schedule of Fees for Access to NOAA Envi- KILDEE, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. LARSEN of 3242); to the Committee on Oversight and ronmental Data, Information, and Related Washington, Ms. LEE, Mrs. LOWEY, Government Reform. Products and Services [Docket No.: 161107999- Mr. LYNCH, Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALO- 1136. A letter from the Associate General 6999-01] (RIN: 0648-BG39) received April 18, NEY of New York, Mr. SEAN PATRICK Counsel for General Law, Department of 2017, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public MALONEY of New York, Ms. MATSUI, Homeland Security, transmitting two notifi- C OLLUM OORE Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Ms. M C , Ms. M , Mr. cations of a change in previously submitted OULTON ADLER APOLI Committee on Science, Space, and Tech- M , Mr. N , Mrs. N - reported information, discontinuation of nology. TANO, Ms. NORTON, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. service in acting role, and designation of act- 1146. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- PANETTA, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. PETERS, ing officer, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 3349(a); Pub- ment of the Treasury, transmitting the De- Ms. PINGREE, Mr. POCAN, Mr. lic Law 105-277, 151(b); (112 Stat. 2681-614); to partment’s report on Foreign Exchange Poli- QUIGLEY, Ms. ROSEN, Mr. RUSH, Ms. the Committee on Oversight and Govern- cies of Major Trading Partners of the United SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. ment Reform. SERRANO, Ms. SINEMA, Ms. SLAUGH- 1137. A letter from the Associate General States for April 14, 2017, pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 5305; 19 U.S.C. 4421; jointly to the TER, Ms. SPEIER, Mr. SWALWELL of Counsel for General Law, Department of California, Mr. TAKANO, Ms. TSONGAS, Homeland Security, transmitting a notifica- Committees on Ways and Means and Finan- ´ cial Services. Ms. VELAZQUEZ, Ms. WASSERMAN tion on an action on nomination, pursuant to SCHULTZ, Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, Mr. 5 U.S.C. 3349(a); Public Law 105-277, 151(b); f WELCH, Ms. BROWNLEY of California, (112 Stat. 2681-614); to the Committee on REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON Mr. HIGGINS of New York, Ms. ESHOO, Oversight and Government Reform. Mr. MCGOVERN, and Mr. SCHRADER): 1138. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS H.R. 2119. A bill to prohibit, as an unfair or ment of Transportation, transmitting the Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of deceptive act or practice, commercial sexual Department’s FY 2016 No FEAR Act report, committees were delivered to the Clerk orientation conversion therapy, and for pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2301 note; Public Law for printing and reference to the proper other purposes; to the Committee on Energy 107-174, 203(a) (as amended by Public Law 109- and Commerce. 435, Sec. 604(f)); (120 Stat. 3242); to the Com- calendar, as follows: By Mr. PERRY: mittee on Oversight and Government Re- Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- H.R. 2120. A bill to direct the Secretary of form. curity. H.R. 876. A bill to amend the Home- Transportation to take actions to address

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:49 Aug 11, 2017 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD17\APRIL\H25AP7.REC H25AP7 H2846 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 25, 2017 issues affecting motorcoach and school bus and Infrastructure, and Ways and Means, for 49, United States Code, with respect to dis- operators, and for other purposes; to the a period to be subsequently determined by advantaged business enterprises, and for Committee on Transportation and Infra- the Speaker, in each case for consideration other purposes; to the Committee on Trans- structure. of such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- portation and Infrastructure. By Mr. ROTHFUS (for himself, Mr. tion of the committee concerned. By Mr. RUPPERSBERGER: FOSTER, and Mr. HULTGREN): By Mr. HARPER: H.R. 2140. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- H.R. 2121. A bill to require the appropriate H.R. 2130. A bill to award a Congressional enue Code of 1986 to increase the credit for Federal banking agencies to revise regula- Gold Medal to Myrlie Evers-Williams, in rec- employers establishing workplace child care tions to specify that certain funds shall not ognition of the great contributions and ulti- facilities, to increase the child care credit to be taken into account when calculating any mate sacrifice she and her husband, the as- encourage greater use of quality child care supplementary leverage ratio for custodial sassinated civil rights leader Medgar Wiley services, to provide incentives for students banks, and for other purposes; to the Com- Evers, made in the fight for racial equality to earn child care-related degrees and to mittee on Financial Services. in the United States; to the Committee on work in child care facilities, and to increase By Mr. MCKINLEY (for himself and Mr. Financial Services. the exclusion for employer-provided depend- DELANEY): By Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana (for him- ent care assistance; to the Committee on H.R. 2122. A bill to reinstate and extend the self and Mr. MCCAUL): Ways and Means. deadline for commencement of construction H.R. 2131. A bill to amend the Homeland By Mr. SCHNEIDER (for himself and of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Security Act of 2002 to direct the Chief Mr. ISSA): Randolph Dam; to the Committee on Energy Human Capital Officer of the Department of H.R. 2141. A bill to provide incentives to and Commerce. Homeland Security to improve consistency physicians to practice in rural and medically By Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania regarding discipline and adverse actions in underserved communities and for other pur- poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary. (for himself, Ms. BROWNLEY of Cali- the Department’s workforce, and for other By Ms. TSONGAS (for herself and Mr. fornia, Mr. LOBIONDO, and Mr. purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Se- FITZPATRICK): ESPAILLAT): curity. H.R. 2123. A bill to amend title 38, United H.R. 2142. A bill to improve the ability of By Mr. KATKO (for himself, Mr. U.S. Customs and Border Protection to States Code, to improve the ability of health MCCAUL, and Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN): interdict fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, care professionals to treat veterans through H.R. 2132. A bill to require the implementa- and other narcotics and psychoactive sub- the use of telemedicine, and for other pur- tion of a redress process and review of the stances that are illegally imported into the poses; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- Transportation Security Administration’s United States, and for other purposes; to the fairs. intelligence-based screening rules for avia- Committee on Homeland Security. By Ms. SCHAKOWSKY (for herself and tion security, and for other purposes; to the By Mr. VARGAS: Mr. KRISHNAMOORTHI): Committee on Homeland Security. H.R. 2143. A bill to impose a net worth tax H.R. 2124. A bill to require the Secretary of By Mr. LUETKEMEYER: of 14.25 percent on all individuals and trusts Transportation to modify a regulation re- H.R. 2133. A bill to provide regulatory re- with a net worth of $10,000,000 or more; to the garding denied boarding on an aircraft, and lief to community financial institutions, and Committee on Ways and Means. for other purposes; to the Committee on for other purposes; to the Committee on Fi- By Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California Transportation and Infrastructure. nancial Services. (for herself and Ms. KUSTER of New By Mr. BRAT: By Mr. LUETKEMEYER (for himself Hampshire): H.R. 2125. A bill to amend the Congres- and Mr. SESSIONS): H.R. 2144. A bill to amend the Federal sional Budget Act of 1974 to provide that any H.R. 2134. A bill to amend the Endangered Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for estimate prepared by the Congressional Species Act of 1973 to permit Governors of the appropriate, risk-based classification of Budget Office or the Joint Committee on States to regulate intrastate endangered spe- device accessories based on their intended Taxation shall include costs relating to serv- cies and intrastate threatened species, and uses; to the Committee on Energy and Com- icing the public debt, and for other purposes; for other purposes; to the Committee on Nat- merce. to the Committee on Rules, and in addition ural Resources. By Ms. MAXINE WATERS of Cali- to the Committee on the Budget, for a period By Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of fornia: to be subsequently determined by the Speak- New York (for herself, Mr. GRIJALVA, H.R. 2145. A bill to prohibit licenses or er, in each case for consideration of such pro- Mr. NADLER, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. other authorization for United States per- visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the TSONGAS, Mr. CROWLEY, Ms. sons to engage in activities relating to deep- committee concerned. DELAURO, Ms. MOORE, Mr. POCAN, Mr. water, Arctic offshore, or shale projects that By Mr. BUCHANAN: HUFFMAN, Ms. CLARK of Massachu- have the potential to produce oil in the Rus- H.R. 2126. A bill to strengthen welfare re- setts, and Ms. NORTON): sian Federation, or in maritime area claimed search and evaluation, and for other pur- H.R. 2135. A bill to designate certain Na- by the Russian Federation, and for other poses; to the Committee on Ways and Means, tional Forest System lands and certain pub- purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Af- and in addition to the Committee on Over- lic lands under the jurisdiction of the Sec- fairs. sight and Government Reform, for a period retary of the Interior in the States of Idaho, By Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN (for herself, to be subsequently determined by the Speak- Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. CHABOT, Mr. ENGEL, er, in each case for consideration of such pro- as wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Ms. SCHA- visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the wildland recovery areas, and biological con- KOWSKY, Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, and committee concerned. necting corridors, and for other purposes; to Mr. SCHNEIDER): By Mr. BUDD: the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Res. 274. A resolution condemning the H.R. 2127. A bill to amend the Labor-Man- By Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of Government of Iran’s state-sponsored perse- agement Reporting and Disclosure Act of New York: cution of its Baha’i minority and its contin- 1959 to require employee consent before labor H.R. 2136. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- ued violation of the International Covenants organization dues of such employee are used enue Code of 1986 to provide an exception on Human Rights; to the Committee on For- for any purpose not directly related to the from certain reporting requirements with re- eign Affairs. labor organization’s collective bargaining or spect to the foreign accounts of individuals By Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Penn- contract administration functions; to the who live abroad; to the Committee on Ways sylvania (for himself, Mr. BILIRAKIS, Committee on Education and the Workforce. and Means. Mr. CARBAJAL, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. By Mr. DAVIDSON: By Mr. MAST: COHEN, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. CROWLEY, H.R. 2128. A bill to amend the Securities H.R. 2137. A bill to direct the President to Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. Exchange Act of 1934 to permit private per- treat a harmful algal bloom caused by cer- FITZPATRICK, Mr. HASTINGS, Mr. KIL- sons to compel the Securities and Exchange tain activities of the Federal Government as MER, Mr. TED LIEU of California, Mrs. Commission to seek legal or equitable rem- an emergency for purposes of the Robert T. LOWEY, Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of edies in a civil action, instead of an adminis- Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency As- New York, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. NAD- trative proceeding, and for other purposes; to sistance Act, and for other purposes; to the LER, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. PASCRELL, Ms. the Committee on Financial Services. Committee on Transportation and Infra- ROSEN, Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, Ms. SCHA- By Mr. DEUTCH: structure. KOWSKY, Mr. SIRES, Mr. SUOZZI, Ms. H.R. 2129. A bill to establish the Climate By Mr. MCCAUL: VELA´ ZQUEZ, Ms. WASSERMAN Change Advisory Commission to develop rec- H.R. 2138. A bill to provide that members SCHULTZ, Mr. WEBER of Texas, Ms. ommendations, frameworks, and guidelines of the Armed Forces performing services in WILSON of Florida, Mr. RASKIN, Mr. for projects to respond to the impacts of cli- the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt shall be enti- LEVIN, and Mr. GOTTHEIMER): mate change, to issue Federal obligations, tled to tax benefits in the same manner as if H. Res. 276. A resolution expressing the the proceeds of which shall be used to fund such services were performed in a combat sense of the House that more should be done projects that aid in adaptation to climate zone; to the Committee on Ways and Means. to instill Holocaust education in school cur- change, and for other purposes; to the Com- By Ms. MOORE: ricula around the country; to the Committee mittee on Energy and Commerce, and in ad- H.R. 2139. A bill to amend the FAA Mod- on Education and the Workforce, and in ad- dition to the Committees on Transportation ernization and Reform Act of 2012 and title dition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:16 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L25AP7.100 H25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H2847 for a period to be subsequently determined foreign Nations, and among the several carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- by the Speaker, in each case for consider- States, and with the Indian Tribes . . .’’ ers, and all other Powers vested by this Con- ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- By Mr. MCKINLEY: stitution in the Government of the United risdiction of the committee concerned. H.R. 2122. States or in any Department or Officer By Mr. CA´ RDENAS (for himself, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- thereof. BUTTERFIELD, Mr. HASTINGS, Ms. lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. LUETKEMEYER: KELLY of Illinois, Ms. LEE, Mr. According to Article I, Section 8 of the H.R. 2133. LOEBSACK, Mr. MEEKS, Mr. PAYNE, Constitution: The Congress shall have power Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. VARGAS, and to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and lation pursuant to the following: Mr. WALZ): excises, to pay the debts and provide for the The constitutional authority on which this H. Res. 277. A resolution expressing support common defense and general welfare of the bill rests is the explicit power of Congress to for designation of April 2017 as National United States but all duties, imposts, and ex- regulate in commerce in and among the Stress Awareness Month; to the Committee cises shall be uniform throughout. states, as enumerate in Article 1, Section 8, on Energy and Commerce. By Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania: Clause 3, the Commerce Clause, of the United By Mr. SWALWELL of California (for H.R. 2123. States Constitution. himself, Mr. PEARCE, and Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Additionally, Article 1, Section 7, Clause 2 CRAWFORD): lation pursuant to the following: of the Constitution allows for every bill H. Res. 278. A resolution amending the Article I, Section 8, Clauses 12, 13, 14, and passed by the House of Representatives and Rules of the House of Representatives to per- 18 the Senate and signed by the President to be mit absent Members to participate in com- The Congress shall have Power to raise and codified into law; and therefore implicitly al- mittee hearings using video conferencing support armies; to provide and maintain a lows Congress to repeal any bill that has and related technologies and to establish a navy; to make rules for the government and been passed by both chambers and signed remote voting system under which absent regulation of the land and naval forces; and into law by the President. Members may cast votes in the House on mo- to make all laws which shall be necessary By Mr. LUETKEMEYER: tions to suspend the rules; to the Committee and proper for carrying into execution the H.R. 2134. on Rules. foregoing powers. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Ms. SCHAKOWSKY: lation pursuant to the following: f H.R. 2124. This bill is enacted pursuant to the power CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY Congress has the power to enact this legis- granted to Congress under Article 1, Section STATEMENT lation pursuant to the following: 8, Clause 18: The Congress shall have Power Article I, Section 8 to make all Laws which shall be necessary Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of By Mr. BRAT: and proper for carrying into Execution the the Rules of the House of Representa- H.R. 2125. foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vest- tives, the following statements are sub- Congress has the power to enact this legis- ed by this Constitution in the Government of mitted regarding the specific powers lation pursuant to the following: the United. States, or in any Department or Congress has explicit and implicit powers Officer thereof. granted to Congress in the Constitu- to spend, to raise revenue, and to borrow tion to enact the accompanying bill or By Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of throughout Article I, Section 8 of the Con- New York: joint resolution. stitution. Coherent management of fiscal H.R. 2135. By Mr. KNIGHT: powers requires a complete assessment of the Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2116. effects of proposed legislation, so it is both lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- necessary and proper for the estimating Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 lation pursuant to the following: agencies to inform Congress of total fiscal By Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 (Necessary impacts. New York: and Proper Clause) By Mr. BUCHANAN: H.R. 2136. By Mr. SESSIONS: H.R. 2126. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2117. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3: To regulate lation pursuant to the following: Article I, section 8. commerce with foreign Nations, and among Article I, section 8, clause 3 of the United By Mr. BUDD: the several States, and with the Indian States Constitution (relating to Congress’ H.R. 2127. Tribes; power to regulate commerce . . . among the Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. MAST: several states . . .). The United States Con- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2137. gress initially enacted ERISA under the United States Constitution Article 1, Sec- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Commerce Clause in order to stabilize em- tion 8. lation pursuant to the following: ployee pension plans that employees carry By Mr. DAVIDSON: Article I, Section 8 of the United States with them across state lines. This bill modi- H.R. 2128. Constitution Congress has the power to enact this legis- fies ERISA and is thus a regulation of com- By Mr. MCCAUL: lation pursuant to the following: merce—specifically pension plans—among H.R. 2138. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18, ‘‘The Con- more than one state. Congress has the power to enact this legis- gress shall have Power To . . . make all By Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania: lation pursuant to the following: Laws which shall be necessary and proper for Article I Section 8 of the Constitution of H.R. 2118. carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- the United States. Congress has the power to enact this legis- ers, and all other Powers vested by this Con- By Ms. MOORE: lation pursuant to the following: stitution in the Government of the United H.R. 2139. Article I, Section 8 of the United States States, or in any Department or Officer Congress has the power to enact this legis- Constitution thereof.’’ lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. TED LIEU of California: By Mr. DEUTCH: Article I, Section 8 of the United States H.R. 2119. H.R. 2129. Constitution Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. RUPPERSBERGER: lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2140. Under Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 of the U.S. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Constitution, Congress has the power to col- Constitution. lation pursuant to the following: lect taxes and expend funds to provide for By Mr. HARPER: The Congress enacts this bill pursuant to the general welfare of the United States. H.R. 2130. Clause 1 of Section 8 of Article I of the Congress may also make laws that are nec- Congress has the power to enact this legis- United States Constitution and Amendment essary and proper for carrying into execution lation pursuant to the following: XVI of the United States Constitution. their powers enumerated under Article I. Article I, Section 8, clause 6 By Mr. SCHNEIDER: By Mr. PERRY: By Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana: H.R. 2141. H.R. 2120. H.R. 2131. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 Article 1 Section 8 US Const. art I, sec 8, cl 18 By Ms. TSONGAS: By Mr. ROTHFUS: By Mr. KATKO: H.R. 2142. H.R. 2121. H.R. 2132. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 of the U.S. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18—To make all By Mr. VARGAS: Constitution, ‘‘[t]o regulate Commerce with Laws which shall be necessary and proper for H.R. 2143.

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Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 305: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of WELCH, Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. CAR- lation pursuant to the following: Texas, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of SON of Indiana, Mr. SMITH of Missouri, Ms. Congress has the constitutional authority New Mexico, and Mr. BERA. ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. MOOLENAAR, Mr. PERL- to enact this legislation pursuant Article 1, H.R. 350: Mr. ARRINGTON. MUTTER, Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS, Mr. Section 8, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution, H.R. 352: Mr. RATCLIFFE. KATKO, and Mr. MCGOVERN. which states: ‘‘The Congress shall have the H.R. 354: Mr. BARTON. H.R. 849: Mr. GRAVES of Missouri, Mr. power to lay and collect taxes, duties, im- H.R. 365: Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. WALKER, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, Mr. posts and excises, to pay the debts and pro- H.R. 469: Mr. BUDD, YOHO, Mr. ADERHOLT, and Mr. GOTTHEIMER. vide for the common defense and general H.R. 485: Mr. RICHMOND. H.R. 851: Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. welfare of the United States; but all duties, H.R. 488: Ms. PINGREE, Ms. JENKINS of Kan- H.R. 901: Mr. RUSSELL. imposts and excises shall be uniform sas, Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. PAL- H.R. 907: Ms. ROSEN. throughout the United States.’’ LONE, Ms. TENNEY, and Ms. CLARK of Massa- H.R. 909: Mr. ESPAILLAT, Mr. CASTRO of By Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California: chusetts. Texas, Mr. PASCRELL, and Ms. TENNEY. H.R. 2144. H.R. 490: Mr. LAMBORN. H.R. 948: Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 502: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. H.R. 949: Mr. COHEN, Mr. BARLETTA, and lation pursuant to the following: ELLISON, Mr. CRIST, Mr. SERRANO, Ms. JACK- Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. Article I, Section 8, Clause 3, which per- SON LEE, Ms. SEWELL of Alabama, Mr. DAVID H.R. 959: Mr. COURTNEY. mits Congress to regulate commerce. SCOTT of Georgia, Mr. FOSTER, Mr. LARSEN of H.R. 964: Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. PALLONE, and By Ms. MAXINE WATERS of Cali- Washington, Mr. SCHNEIDER, Mr. LANCE, Mr. Ms. MENG. fornia: CURBELO of Florida, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, H.R. 997: Mr. BROOKS of Alabama and Mr. H.R. 2145. Mr. HASTINGS, Mr. NORCROSS, Mr. JEFFRIES, JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. DOGGETT, Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas, Mr. H.R. 1002: Mr. MCKINLEY. lation pursuant to the following: CA´ RDENAS, Mr. BROWN of Maryland, Ms. H.R. 1005: Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. RYAN of Article I, Section VIII FRANKEL of Florida, Mr. VEASEY, Mr. YAR- Ohio, Mr. MOULTON, and Ms. DELBENE. ‘‘The Congress shall have power . . . to MUTH, and Mr. RICHMOND. H.R. 1006: Mr. CAPUANO. make all laws which shall be necessary and H.R. 510: Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee and Mr. H.R. 1017: Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. EMMER, Mr. proper for carrying the execution of the fore- CARTER of Texas. DUNCAN of Tennessee, and Mr. HUFFMAN. going powers, and all powers vested by this H.R. 544: Mr. CICILLINE, H.R. 1038: Mr. ADERHOLT. Constitution in the government of the H.R. 545: Mr. BARLETTA, Mr. COFFMAN, and H.R. 1054: Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Mr. United States, or in any department or offi- Mr. GOODLATTE, SCHNEIDER, and Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. cer thereof.’’ H.R. 633: Mr. ROKITA. H.R. 1057: Mr. COMER, Mr. HOLLINGSWORTH, H.R. 635: Mr. SHERMAN and Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. HURD, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mrs. WALORSKI, f H.R. 639: Mrs. COMSTOCK. and Mrs. NOEM. H.R. 644: Mr. BISHOP of Michigan. H.R. 1059: Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS H.R. 669: Mr. SHERMAN and Mr. JEFFRIES. H.R. 1060: Mr. WELCH. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 676: Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Penn- H.R. 1089: Ms. BONAMICI. were added to public bills and resolu- sylvania, Mr. LAWSON of Florida, Mr. H.R. 1090: Mr. KING of Iowa, Mr. POLIS, and tions, as follows: SWALWELL of California, Mr. COOPER, and Mr. Mr. PETERSON. THOMPSON of California. H.R. 1098: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 19: Mr. RUSH, Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of H.R. 686: Mr. KILMER. H.R. 1136: Mr. HILL, Mr. PALAZZO, and Mr. New Mexico, Ms. ROSEN, and Ms. BROWNLEY H.R. 695: Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. DUNCAN of BARR. of California. Tennessee, and Ms. BROWNLEY of California. H.R. 1143: Ms. KELLY of Illinois. ARRAGA´ N H.R. 20: Ms. B . H.R. 747: Mr. TED LIEU of California, Mrs. H.R. 1145: Ms. MOORE. H.R. 36: Mr. WALKER and Mr. BLUM. BLACKBURN, Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. H.R. 1146: Ms. LEE. H.R. 37: Mr. WALKER. PERRY, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Mr. H.R. 1148: Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, Mr. H.R. 48: Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, Mr. JOHNSON MCKINLEY, Mr. LYNCH, Ms. SINEMA, Mr. EMMER, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. BERA, and Ms. MAT- of Georgia, Mr. HASTINGS, Ms. NORTON, Ms. PAYNE, Mr. PALAZZO, Mr. CICILLINE, Ms. HER- SUI. BASS, and Mr. MEEKS. RERA BEUTLER, Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, Mrs. H.R. 1150: Mr. DEFAZIO. H.R. 51: Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. DAVIS of California, Ms. CLARK of Massachu- H.R. 1154: Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. H.R. 52: Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. setts, Mr. HARRIS, Mr. COFFMAN, Mr. RASKIN, H.R. 1155: Mr. PETERSON. H.R. 60: Mr. RUTHERFORD, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. Mr. WALDEN, Mr. LAWSON of Florida, Ms. H.R. 1158: Mr. HILL and Mr. THOMPSON of CLYBURN, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. RUSH, Mr. WIL- MOORE, Mr. DUFFY, Mr. COLLINS of Georgia, California. LIAMS, Mr. MOULTON, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- Mr. PETERSON, Mr. BARR, Mr. COURTNEY, and H.R. 1160: Mr. MCKINLEY. fornia, and Mr. LOBIONDO. Mr. CULBERSON. H.R. 1163: Mr. PALAZZO and Mr. NOLAN. H.R. 91: Ms. ROSEN. H.R. 750: Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. H.R. 1169: Mr. DEFAZIO. H.R. 95: Ms. ROSEN. H.R. 753: Mr. BROWN of Maryland. H.R. 1171: Mr. BARLETTA. H.R. 112: Ms. CASTOR of Florida. H.R. 754: Mr. SUOZZI and Mr. MEEKS. H.R. 1180: Mrs. COMSTOCK, Mr. ROE of Ten- H.R. 113: Mr. YARMUTH, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. H.R. 766: Mr. DOGGETT. nessee, Ms. STEFANIK, Mr. GOODLATTE, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Ms. MOORE, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. H.R. 770: Mr. GOTTHEIMER and Ms. MOORE. SESSIONS, Mr. WEBER of Texas, Mr. GUTHRIE, KEATING, and Mr. COURTNEY. H.R. 772: Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mr. BUDD and Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, Mr. FER- H.R. 115: Mr. KATKO, Mr. DUNCAN of Ten- Mr. LAMBORN. GUSON, and Ms. FOXX. nessee, Mr. MULLIN, Mr. FARENTHOLD, Mr. H.R. 781: Mr. MARSHALL, Mr. HULTGREN, H.R. 1200: Mr. WOMACK. AMODEI, Mr. ROGERS of Alabama, Mr. SEN- and Mr. GRAVES of Georgia. H.R. 1227: Mr. RASKIN and Mr. PERL- SENBRENNER, and Mr. MCCAUL. H.R. 785: Mr. YODER, Mr. FRANKS of Ari- MUTTER. H.R. 116: Mr. SOTO. zona, Mr. ROE of Tennessee, Ms. JENKINS of H.R. 1232: Mr. DESAULNIER, Ms. SHEA-POR- H.R. 140: Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Kansas, Mr. LAMBORN, and Mr. JODY B. HICE TER, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. BONAMICI, Ms. H.R. 169: Mr. CARBAJAL and Mr. SHERMAN. of Georgia. SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. SIRES. H.R. 173: Mrs. WALORSKI, Ms. SPEIER, Mr. H.R. 788: Mr. BROOKS of Alabama and Mr. H.R. 1243: Mr. TONKO, Mr. JEFFRIES, Ms. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania, Ms. KAP- FRANKS of Arizona. BONAMICI, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. SARBANES, TUR, and Mr. JENKINS of West Virginia. H.R. 807: Ms. JACKSON LEE, Mr. and Mr. QUIGLEY. H.R. 203: Ms. DELBENE, Ms. CLARK of Mas- O’HALLERAN, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, H.R. 1267: Miss RICE of New York. sachusetts, Ms. DELAURO, Ms. LEE, Mr. GRI- Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Ms. ROSEN, Mr. WELCH, H.R. 1276: Ms. JUDY CHU of California, Mr. JALVA, Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of New Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mr. HASTINGS, Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. KHANNA, and Mr. HUFFMAN. York, Mr. POCAN, Ms. MENG, Ms. MCCOLLUM, JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. TURNER, Mr. SCHRADER, H.R. 1284: Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. WELCH, Mr. TONKO, Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN and Mr. BERA. H.R. 1289: Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of New Mex- GRISHAM of New Mexico, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. H.R. 812: Ms. CLARKE of New York, Mr. ico. WALZ, Mr. HASTINGS, Mr. VEASEY, Ms. TSON- MEEKS, and Mr. ELLISON. H.R. 1290: Ms. TSONGAS. GAS, Mr. BISHOP of Georgia, Ms. MOORE, Mr. H.R. 816: Mr. CORREA. H.R. 1291: Mr. KHANNA. LOWENTHAL, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, Mr. LAN- H.R. 820: Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. SEWELL of Ala- H.R. 1299: Mr. QUIGLEY and Mr. KEATING. GEVIN, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. bama, Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. SUOZZI, Mr. H.R. 1316: Mr. ALLEN and Mr. ADERHOLT. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. TAKANO, Ms. PINGREE, Ms. MCGOVERN, and Mr. BLUMENAUER. H.R. 1318: Ms. ESHOO, Mr. COURTNEY, and SLAUGHTER, Mr. RUSH, Ms. SEWELL of Ala- H.R. 822: Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Ms. BONAMICI. bama, Mr. PASCRELL, and Ms. WASSERMAN H.R. 842: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. H.R. 1322: Mr. VISCLOSKY. SCHULTZ. H.R. 846: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania, Mr. H.R. 1328: Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. H.R. 233: Ms. MCCOLLUM and Ms. ROS- MCCAUL, Mr. BARTON, Mr. MURPHY of Penn- H.R. 1329: Mr. CARSON of Indiana and Ms. LEHTINEN. sylvania, Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania, Mr. KUSTER of New Hampshire. H.R. 253: Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. ELLISON, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. HARPER, Mr. H.R. 1341: Mr. GOODLATTE. H.R. 285: Mr. RATCLIFFE. MOULTON, Mr. DELANEY, Mr. ROSS, Mr. H.R. 1360: Mr. TIPTON and Mr. CULBERSON.

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H.R. 1361: Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, Mr. lina, Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Mr. O’HALLERAN, Ms. York, Mr. BISHOP of Utah, Mrs. RADEWAGEN, BARLETTA, and Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. JACKSON LEE, Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER, Mrs. Mr. RUSH, Mr. JONES, Mr. PETERS, Ms. H.R. 1363: Mr. COURTNEY. BEATTY, Mr. KILDEE, Mr. JOYCE of Ohio, Mr. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. VISCLOSKY, and Mr. POE of H.R. 1377: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY and Ms. PIN- JOHNSON of Ohio, and Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Texas. GREE. H.R. 1644: Mr. BARR, Mr. MCCAUL, and Mr. H.R. 1940: Mr. COHEN. H.R. 1378: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ and Mr. TED LIEU of California. H.R. 1953: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. NOLAN. H.R. 1650: Mr. MOULTON. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. MEEHAN, H.R. 1393: Mr. PITTENGER and Mr. FER- H.R. 1651: Ms. ESHOO, Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. COSTA, Ms. DELBENE, Ms. ESHOO, Mrs. GUSON. Mr. WELCH, and Mr. BARLETTA. COMSTOCK, Mr. WALZ, Mr. SWALWELL of Cali- H.R. 1406: Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania, Ms. H.R. 1659: Mr. LANGEVIN. fornia, Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. SPEIER, Mr. SUOZZI, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, Ms. H.R. 1661: Ms. DELBENE, Mr. JONES, and Mr. SIRES, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, TENNEY, Mr. EVANS, Mrs. TORRES, Mr. CICILLINE. Mr. KILMER, Mrs. HARTZLER, and Ms. ROY- O’HALLERAN, Ms. NORTON, Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, H.R. 1673: Mr. BROWN of Maryland. BAL-ALLARD. Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Ms. DELBENE, Mr. YARMUTH, H.R. 1676: Mr. CRAMER, Mr. COFFMAN, Mr. H.R. 1955: Mr. KIHUEN, Mr. BISHOP of Utah, Ms. SA´ NCHEZ, Ms. MOORE, and Mr. KEATING. BARLETTA, Mr. COURTNEY, Mr. MEEHAN, Mr. Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky, Mr. PETERSON, and H.R. 1409: Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Penn- FARENTHOLD, Mr. HUFFMAN, and Ms. PIN- Mr. LUCAS. sylvania, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. SMUCKER, Mr. GREE. H.R. 1960: Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. LYNCH, Mr. MOULTON, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. JOHNSON of H.R. 1677: Mr. COURTNEY and Mr. DELANEY. GRIJALVA, Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. Ohio, Mr. BIGGS, Mr. PALAZZO, Mr. YOUNG of H.R. 1697: Mr. SUOZZI, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. CAR- KILMER, Mr. LOWENTHAL, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Iowa, and Mr. CRAMER. TER of Georgia, Mr. SCHRADER, Mr. VELA, Ms. Mr. SMITH of Washington, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, Ms. H.R. 1421: Mr. NOLAN, Mr. CICILLINE, Ms. MCSALLY, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, ESHOO, Ms. DELAURO, Ms. SPEIER, Ms. MENG, MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico, and Mr. FLORES. Ms. NORTON, Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts, Mr. COHEN, Mr. DEUTCH, and Ms. SCHA- H.R. 1698: Mr. LOBIONDO, Mr. Mr. TONKO, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Ms. MOORE, Mr. KOWSKY. KRISHNAMOORTHI, Mr. ESPAILLAT, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. WELCH, Ms. WASSERMAN H.R. 1428: Mr. O’ROURKE. LOWENTHAL, Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, Mr. KING SCHULTZ, Mr. RASKIN, Mr. ELLISON, Mr. H.R. 1429: Mr. VISCLOSKY. of New York, Mr. ZELDIN, Mr. CARTER of LEWIS of Georgia, Mr. POCAN, Mr. PAYNE, Ms. H.R. 1438: Mr. SARBANES, Mr. O’ROURKE, Georgia, Mr. LANCE, Mrs. BUSTOS, Mr. CASTOR of Florida, Mr. WALZ, Mrs. DAVIS of Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. NORCROSS, and Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. FLORES, Mr. POLIQUIN, Mr. California, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, Mr. CARBAJAL. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, Mr. ABRAHAM, KEATING, and Mr. POLIS. H.R. 1472: Mr. O’ROURKE and Ms. PINGREE. Mr. PASCRELL, Ms. MCSALLY, Mr. JEFFRIES, H.R. 1969: Ms. BARRAGA´ N. H.R. 1474: Ms. ROSEN, Mr. DEUTCH, Miss and Mr. VELA. H.R. 1997: Mr. ENGEL and Ms. KAPTUR. RICE of New York, Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of H.R. 1711: Ms. SA´ NCHEZ, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. H.R. 2004: Mr. MESSER, Mr. BARR, and Mr. Pennsylvania, Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. AL GREEN CARBAJAL, Mr. SIRES, and Mr. MEEKS. RICE of South Carolina. of Texas, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, and Mr. LEVIN. H.R. 1727: Mrs. BEATTY. H.R. 2010: Mr. PALAZZO and Mr. HARPER. H.R. 1475: Mr. MEEKS, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. H.R. 1730: Ms. DELBENE, Ms. KUSTER of New H.R. 2012: Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. CASTOR of LYNCH, Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts, Ms. Hampshire, and Mr. PAYNE. Florida, Mr. EVANS, Mr. KEATING, Mr. TSONGAS, Mr. GARAMENDI, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, H.R. 1736: Mr. BANKS of Indiana. SCHIFF, Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts, Mr. Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mex- H.R. 1737: Mr. KUSTOFF of Tennessee. SOTO, Mr. HASTINGS, Mr. RASKIN, Mr. DEFA- ico, Mr. CAPUANO, Ms. SPEIER, Mr. LANGEVIN, H.R. 1748: Mr. RASKIN, Mr. LEWIS of Geor- ZIO, and Ms. BARRAGA´ N. Mr. LIPINSKI, Mr. PASCRELL, Ms. MOORE, Mr. gia, and Mr. KHANNA. H.R. 2029: Ms. GRANGER, Mr. KILDEE, and ELLISON, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. H.R. 1753: Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. CULBERSON. CICILLINE, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, Mr. POCAN, Mr. H.R. 1762: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 2052: Mrs. WALORSKI, Mrs. LAWRENCE, CARTWRIGHT, Mr. QUIGLEY, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. H.R. 1776: Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Ms. Ms. FRANKEL of Florida, and Mr. LIPINSKI. GRIJALVA, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. COHEN, Ms. JACK- BARRAGA´ N, and Mr. ELLISON. H.R. 2069: Mr. STIVERS. SON LEE, Mr. CONYERS, Ms. CLARKE of New H.R. 1777: Mr. MESSER, Mr. BLUM, Mr. AUS- H.R. 2073: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY and Ms. ´ York, Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania, Mr. TIN SCOTT of Georgia, Mrs. WALORSKI, Mr. BARRAGAN. H.R. 2105: Ms. TENNEY. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania, Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana, Mr. CARSON of Indiana, H.J. Res. 29: Ms. TENNEY. RASKIN, Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. Mr. KATKO, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. CARTER of H.J. Res. 31: Mr. PETERS, Ms. DELBENE, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. NADLER, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. Georgia, and Mr. COLE. BERA, and Ms. BARRAGA´ N. KEATING, and Mr. SWALWELL of California. H.R. 1778: Mr. GOSAR. H.J. Res. 33: Ms. PLASKETT. H.R. 1478: Mr. KHANNA. H.R. 1783: Mr. LANGEVIN. H.J. Res. 48: Ms. DELBENE. H.R. 1480: Mr. GARAMENDI. H.R. 1784: Mr. COHEN, Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. H.J. Res. 51: Mr. WALKER, Mr. GRAVES of H.R. 1485: Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California. GUTIE´ RREZ, Mr. CARBAJAL, and Mr. KEATING. Missouri, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, H.R. 1494: Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. BEN RAY H.R. 1789: Mr. BACON and Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. ADERHOLT, and Mr. FERGUSON. LUJA´ N of New Mexico, Mr. LANGEVIN, Ms. H.R. 1808: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania H. Con. Res. 8: Mr. CHABOT, Mr. KELLY of MOORE, Ms. PINGREE, Mrs. LAWRENCE, Mr. and Mr. ROKITA. Pennsylvania, Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. LYNCH, Mr. FOSTER, Mr. ROYCE of California, Ms. H.R. 1809: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. ROE of Tennessee, Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, SLAUGHTER, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. SABLAN, Mr. H.R. 1810: Mr. COURTNEY and Mr. Mr. JONES, and Mr. COFFMAN. O’ROURKE. JOYCE of Ohio, Mrs. DEMINGS, Mr. BUCK, Mr. H. Con. Res. 10: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. H.R. 1812: Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. RUSH, Ms. GONZALEZ of Texas, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. EMMER, Mr. WALZ, Mrs. BEATTY, and Mrs. SHEA-PORTER, and Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of FITZPATRICK, Ms. BONAMICI, Mr. HIGGINS of COMSTOCK. New York, Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, Mr. POLIS, Pennsylvania. H. Con. Res. 41: Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. SERRANO, Mr. ROSKAM, Ms. MCSALLY, H.R. 1825: Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Mr. PETERSON, H. Con. Res. 44: Mr. O’ROURKE, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. DEFAZIO, Ms. STEFANIK, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. KILMER, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, and Mr. KILMER. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas, Mr. Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. BARLETTA, Mr. H. Res. 15: Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, Ms. PITTENGER, Mr. KILMER, Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mr. LANCE, Mr. PASCRELL, and Mr. FORTENBERRY. JAYAPAL, Mr. SIRES, Mr. HECK, Mr. HIMES, DELANEY, Mr. DENT, Mr. TURNER, Ms. H.R. 1836: Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. LUCAS, Mr. BROWNLEY of California, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- H.R. 1838: Mr. CRAMER. WELCH, Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. BASS, Mr. fornia, Mr. SARBANES, Mr. LARSON of Con- H.R. 1847: Mrs. NOEM, Mr. PAULSEN, and GALLEGO, Mrs. BUSTOS, and Ms. EDDIE BER- necticut, Mr. MEEKS, Mr. SIRES, Mr. Ms. SLAUGHTER. NICE JOHNSON of Texas. KEATING, Mr. LOEBSACK, and Mr. HEN- H.R. 1881: Mr. BARLETTA and Mr. LAMBORN. H. Res. 30: Mr. AGUILAR, Mr. THOMPSON of SARLING, H.R. 1885: Mr. RASKIN. Pennsylvania, Mr. SHERMAN, Mr. LOEBSACK, H.R. 1551: Mr. CARTER of Georgia. H.R. 1886: Mr. RASKIN. Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALO- H.R. 1553: Ms. MCCOLLUM and Ms. JACKSON H.R. 1892: Mr. COHEN. NEY of New York, Mr. YODER, Ms. LEE. H.R. 1896: Mr. YODER. VELA´ ZQUEZ, and Ms. BONAMICI. H.R. 1555: Mr. MULLIN. H.R. 1897: Mr. YODER. H. Res. 90: Mr. SCOTT of Virginia and Mr. H.R. 1578: Ms. SEWELL of Alabama, Mr. H.R. 1898: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania RASKIN. RICHMOND, and Mr. DELANEY. and Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. H. Res. 128: Mr. KEATING. H.R. 1584: Mr. ELLISON, Ms. NORTON, and H.R. 1904: Mr. ROE of Tennessee, Mr. H. Res. 129: Mr. BACON, Mr. POLIS, Mr. Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. CICILLINE, Mr. THORNBERRY, Mr. STEWART, BARR, Mr. LOBIONDO, and Mr. FLORES. H.R. 1589: Mr. HASTINGS and Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. GUTHRIE, Mr. BUTTERFIELD, and Mr. LAN- H. Res. 187: Mr. SMITH of Washington. H.R. 1625: Mr. FITZPATRICK. GEVIN. H. Res. 195: Mr. COFFMAN. H.R. 1626: Mr. WELCH, Mr. FERGUSON, and H.R. 1905: Mr. RICHMOND. H. Res. 220: Mr. AGUILAR, Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Mrs. BUSTOS. H.R. 1909: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Ms. Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, and H.R. 1629: Mr. LYNCH, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- JAYAPAL, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, and Mr. RASKIN. Mr. GALLEGO. fornia, and Mr. QUIGLEY. H.R. 1926: Mr. RASKIN. H. Res. 237: Mr. RASKIN. H.R. 1639: Mr. TURNER, Mr. TIPTON, Ms. H.R. 1928: Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. TED LIEU of H. Res. 239: Mr. PAYNE, Mr. MEEKS, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, Mr. PRICE of North Caro- California, Mr. POLIS, Ms. CLARKE of New WILSON of Florida, and Mr. EVANS.

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Vol. 163 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2017 No. 70 Senate The Senate met at 10 a.m. and was appoint the Honorable BEN SASSE, a Senator negotiations over the State work pe- called to order by the Honorable BEN from the State of Nebraska, to perform the riod. I look forward to more productive SASSE, a Senator from the State of Ne- duties of the Chair. conversations with Senators, our braska. ORRIN G. HATCH, House colleagues, and the White House President pro tempore. f so we can get this important work done Mr. SASSE thereupon assumed the quite soon. PRAYER Chair as Acting President pro tempore. f The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- f fered the following prayer: DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Let us pray. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY CEREMONY LEADER O God most high, we know not what Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, a day will bring forth—sorrow or joy— The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- many decades ago, historic tragedy be- but our eyes are on You. pore. The majority leader is recog- fell a continent, and unimaginable hor- Sustain our Senators in their work. nized. ror visited a people. Give them the wisdom to repay Your Behind cold steel gates and within Grace with the currency of their grati- f huddled boxcars, man’s capacity for tude. Lead them to bear the burdens of ISSUES BEFORE THE SENATE cruelty reached grim new frontiers. An the marginalized and so fulfill the law Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, yes- inhuman campaign of extermination by of love. terday, the Senate confirmed former an inhuman regime not only took aim Lord, teach them anew the meaning Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue to at the Jewish people but also tore deep of faith, hope, and love. Give them even lead the Department of Agriculture. at the collective bonds of our human- tempers that can meet upsetting We also took the next step in advanc- ity. The scars of the Holocaust con- things with calm serenity. ing Rod Rosenstein to serve as Deputy Lord, keep them from being ashamed tinue to run deep in the sinew of our Attorney General. I look forward to of that which they should be proud and history and of our humanity. It must confirming Mr. Rosenstein so he can proud of that which they should be never be repeated. It also must never get to work without further delay. ashamed. be forgotten. We pray in Your powerful Name. After we take that vote, we will be Today, the President of the strongest Amen. able to advance the Department of Nation in the world will again join Labor nominee, Alexander Acosta. Mr. with survivors in the Capitol Rotunda f Acosta has an impressive background to help ensure it never is. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE that will serve him well as he leads the Today’s Days of Remembrance cere- The Presiding Officer led the Pledge Department on issues that can support mony serves as yet another reminder of of Allegiance, as follows: America’s employers and employees as the immeasurable suffering that was I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the well as the overall economy. inflicted upon millions of innocent United States of America, and to the Repub- I am pleased Mr. Acosta has outlined men, women, and children during the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, his commitment to ensuring that the Holocaust, especially the Jewish peo- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Department of Labor encourages, rath- ple. It also serves as a reminder of our f er than hampers, job growth—a wel- responsibility as free people to stand APPOINTMENT OF ACTING come change after 8 years of job-killing against evil and defend those who are PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE and opportunity-destroying rules and persecuted. regulations under the Obama adminis- f The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tration. I encourage my colleagues to clerk will please read a communication support his nomination so he can begin RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME to the Senate from the President pro this important work to help create The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- tempore (Mr. HATCH). jobs, enhance workforce development, pore. Under the previous order, the The senior assistant legislative clerk and support middle-class workers. leadership time is reserved. read the following letter: As we advance these nominees, Sen- f U.S. SENATE, ators are also continuing discussions PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, on government funding legislation. CONCLUSION OF MORNING Washington, DC, April 25, 2017. BUSINESS To the Senate: These talks have been part of a bipar- Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, tisan, bicameral process from the start, The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby with appropriators having continued pore. Morning business is closed.

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When asked about DACA, At- imperative that we get to the bottom The assistant bill clerk read the torney General Sessions said: ‘‘We of what happened and make sure it nomination of Rod J. Rosenstein, of can’t promise people who are here un- never happens again. I have called for Maryland, to be Deputy Attorney Gen- lawfully that they’re not going to be an independent, bipartisan investiga- eral. deported.’’ tion into Russia’s election inter- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- That is exactly what DACA is. It is a ference. The Republican majority of pore. Under the previous order, the commitment to young people who were the House and Senate have resisted time until 12:30 p.m. will be equally di- brought to the United States as chil- this call. vided in the usual form. dren and grew up in our country that Instead, Republicans in Congress The Democratic whip. they will be protected from deportation have referred this matter to the Intel- DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY on a temporary renewable basis. Attor- ligence Committees of both Houses, Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I will ney General Sessions’ statement is perhaps hoping it will fade away behind yield the floor if the Democratic leader contrary to his own administration’s closed doors. I hope the Intelligence arrives, but until his arrival, I would policy as established by President Committees will step up and conduct like to do two things—first, join in the Trump and Homeland Security Sec- an investigation that is worthy of the comments made by the majority lead- retary John Kelly, who have primary importance of this issue, but when it er, Senator MCCONNELL, relative to the responsibility for immigration enforce- comes to potential criminal acts in- Holocaust remembrance. ment. volving Russia’s election interference, This is the day on which we gather in The last confirmed nominee for Dep- the responsibility to investigate falls the Rotunda each year to remember uty Attorney General was Sally Yates, solely on the Justice Department. the atrocities of World War II, which a veteran prosecutor and U.S. attorney Attorney General Sessions has had to includes remembering the Holocaust from Georgia. Ms. Yates displayed recuse himself from the investigation victims, so many who were Jewish peo- sound judgment as Deputy Attorney because of his work for the Trump ple as well as Polish people—the list General, and she was unafraid to speak campaign and his failure to disclose his goes on and on—as well as those who truth to power. contacts with Russian officials last were gay and gypsies. This was an eth- Ms. Yates became the Acting Attor- year. That means the Deputy Attorney nic cleansing—the worst ever seen in ney General at the end of the Obama General now has the responsibility the history of this world. We remember administration, and when President over this investigation. it on this day, as we should. Trump signed his unconstitutional It will be incumbent on Mr. Rosen- Mr. President, on a separate issue, Muslim ban Executive order on Janu- stein to ensure this investigation is before us now is the nomination of Rod ary 27, Sally Yates told the White conducted with independence, dili- Rosenstein to be the Deputy Attorney House she could not defend the order in gence, and integrity. I believe that ap- General of the United States. court because she was not convinced it pointing a special counsel is the best The Deputy Attorney General over- was lawful. Ms. Yates was then fired by way to ensure this. I hope he will make sees the day-to-day operations of the President Trump for disagreeing with that appointment. If Mr. Rosenstein Department of Justice. In any cir- him. However, multiple Federal courts does not appoint a special counsel, the cumstance, this is an important posi- agreed with Ms. Yates’ position and spotlight will be on him personally to tion that requires a nominee with expe- blocked this unconstitutional Execu- make sure the investigation is con- rience, independence, management tive order. Time and history have prov- ducted properly, no matter where it skills, and good judgment, which is es- en Ms. Yates correct. leads. I hope he exercises good judg- pecially true today. We need a Deputy Attorney General ment. This investigation is too impor- Many of us questioned whether At- like Sally Yates, who is highly com- tant to get wrong. torney General Sessions was the right petent and has the independence to say The second issue that will require person to be the chief law enforcement no to the President and to the Attor- independence and good judgment from officer of the United States of America ney General when necessary. the Deputy Attorney General is the at this moment in history. Unfortu- Rod Rosenstein has served as the Justice Department’s threat to with- nately, many of the actions of the new U.S. Attorney for the District of Mary- hold Federal funding to prevent vio- Attorney General, since he was con- land since 2005 under both Democratic lence across America, including in the firmed, have not erased these concerns. and Republican Presidents. I do not city of Chicago. The Attorney General has already question his experience or his com- The Trump administration’s message begun making dramatic changes at the petence. As a member of the Senate Ju- has been confusing, to say the least, Justice Department, including on crit- diciary Committee, I looked closely at when it comes to Federal efforts to pre- ical issues like criminal justice, civil his nomination. I asked him many vent violence. On the one hand, Presi- rights, immigration, and funding for questions in the hearing. I sent some dent Trump, in the middle of the night, crime prevention. followup letters, and I appreciate that tweets ‘‘Chicago needs help,’’ and Just last week, Attorney General he has been forthcoming in his re- ‘‘Send in the Feds,’’ but then the ad- Sessions disparaged a Federal judge sponses. ministration threatens to cut off crit- from Hawaii who issued an order block- Mr. Rosenstein has pledged to be an ical funding for violence prevention ing the Trump administration’s Mus- independent voice and has committed under programs like Byrne JAG unless lim travel ban. that he will not recommend any cities agree to turn their local police Attorney General Sessions said: ‘‘I changes in Justice Department policies departments into deportation forces. really am amazed that a judge sitting until he evaluates them, discusses It is pretty obvious that cutting off on an island in the Pacific can issue an them with appropriate officials, and Federal violence prevention funding order that stops the President of the determines that changes are war- will hurt the cause of violence preven- United States from what appears to be ranted. tion. Do not take my word for it. Ask clearly his statutory and constitu- I expect he will be confirmed. Upon any law enforcement leader. tional power.’’ confirmation, Mr. Rosenstein will im- Listen to what the International As- Senator MAZIE HIRONO, my colleague mediately be tasked with responsi- sociation of Chiefs of Police said: ‘‘Pe- on the Senate Judiciary Committee bility over critically important issues nalizing communities by withholding and the junior Senator from Hawaii, over which he will need to display both assistance funding to law enforcement

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I flawed, incomplete, and unthought-out ensure that this fixation does not un- hope Mr. Rosenstein will look carefully proposal on a must-pass spending bill. dermine the important ways that the at this issue in Chicago and respect the It could tank what would have been Justice Department and local law en- judgment of Mr. Fardon and the career productive, bipartisan, bicameral nego- forcement cooperate to reduce violent DOJ professionals who spent over a tiations between the leaders in both crime. year investigating this matter. Houses. If the threat of the wall is re- This administration cannot call itself Mr. Rosenstein also will be respon- moved, as I hope is the case, our nego- a law-and-order administration and sible for reining in the Attorney Gen- tiations can continue and we can hope- then do something like cut the funds eral’s worst instincts on immigration. fully continue to resolve all of the out- for violence prevention when police It is no surprise to any Member of this standing issues by Friday. chiefs across America say that is just Chamber that when the issue of immi- Make no mistake about it, there are wrong. gration came to the floor, the leading other important issues to resolve—no The third area of critical importance opponent on immigration reform was poison pill riders, above all, and the is criminal justice policy. Today, our Senator Sessions of Alabama. I believe ratio of defense and nondefense spend- Federal prisons are 30 percent over ca- he offered 100 amendments to the im- ing in terms of increases above the pacity, and runaway prison expendi- migration reform bill that passed the baseline. On the nondefense side, min- tures are undermining important pub- U.S. Senate. He has spoken out over ers are very important on our side, get- lic safety priorities like crime preven- and over again about his opposition to ting permanent healthcare for these tion, drug courts, and addiction treat- immigration reform. miners who have struggled their whole ment. The Attorney General has already di- lives; the issue of cost-sharing, where 6 The largest increase in the Federal rected Federal prosecutors across the million people could lose their prison population has been nonviolent country to make immigration cases a healthcare because it would become drug offenders who are then separated higher priority and look for opportuni- unaffordable; and the issue of Puerto from their families for years on end as ties to bring serious felony charges Rico, which is struggling so, are among a result of inflexible mandatory min- against those who cross the border those that we feel are important as imum sentences. This has a destructive without authorization. Federal pros- well. There are other issues to resolve effect on communities and erodes faith ecutors understand this is not the right as well, but I am hopeful we can ad- in America in our criminal justice sys- approach. Listen to Paul Charlton, the dress them as the week moves forward. tem. U.S. attorney for Arizona under the Poison pill riders are something that Congress needs to pass legislation to Bush administration. According to could really hurt the bill, and we don’t reform our Federal drug sentencing him, this new directive will overburden want that to happen. laws, but the Justice Department’s the Federal courts already struggling THE PRESIDENT’S FIRST ONE HUNDRED DAYS policies for nonviolent drug offenses to handle the volume of immigration Mr. President, on another matter, as also can help. cases. He said: ‘‘Prosecution and incar- we quickly approach the 100-day mark Under the Obama administration, the ceration do not adequately address the of the Trump Presidency, it is a good Smart on Crime Initiative directed real need, which is a reform of the im- time to look back on what this admin- Federal prosecutors to reserve stiff migration laws.’’ istration has accomplished and has not mandatory minimum sentences for in- Let me conclude. I see the Demo- accomplished. One thing is clear: This dividuals convicted of serious offenses. cratic leader on the floor. President has either broken or failed to This initiative has been very effective There are a number of critical issues fulfill many of the promises he made to in focusing the Department’s limited that will require sound judgment and working families during the campaign. resources on the worst offenders and leadership from the next Deputy Attor- This morning, I wish to focus on one ensuring that people convicted of low- ney General. I hope Mr. Rosenstein will area in particular—this President’s level, nonviolent offenses are not sub- approach these issues with the profes- promises to working people on jobs and jected to these same mandatory min- sionalism and integrity that have the economy. imum penalties. earned him bipartisan praise as U.S. One of the President’s key rationales Attorney General Sessions has sig- Attorney in Maryland. I hope he will be as to why he would be an effective naled that he wants to eliminate the willing to speak truth to power and to President was that he was a good busi- Smart on Crime Initiative, and cer- stand up to the President and the At- nessman who could create jobs and get tainly those of us who listened to his torney General if necessary. the economy moving much faster than opposition to criminal sentencing re- I will support Mr. Rosenstein’s nomi- anyone predicted. But on the major form are not surprised. But, as Deputy nation. I hope we can work together issues of jobs, including outsourcing, Attorney General, Mr. Rosenstein will constructively on the important mat- ‘‘Buy American,’’ trade—key economic chair the Task Force on Crime Reduc- ters facing the Department of Justice. issues that help job growth in America, tion and Public Safety that has been Mr. President, I yield the floor. that help working families—President established by the President. This RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY LEADER Trump has made scant progress during gives him an important voice. I hope he The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- his first 100 days and has broken sev- will work to ensure that the Depart- pore. The Democratic leader is recog- eral core campaign promises he made ment’s charging policy reserves stiff nized. to kick-start the economy for working mandatory sentences for only serious Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, first families. violent offenders. let me thank my friend from Illinois On jobs, President Trump said he was Mr. Rosenstein would also be respon- for his always thoughtful and good going to be ‘‘the greatest job President sible for determining the fate of the words. I agree with his sentiments on that God ever created,’’ but have we Justice Department’s efforts to work Mr. Rosenstein, whom I will support as seen one significant piece of legislation constructively with State and local law well. that would create jobs from this Presi- enforcement to protect civil rights and GOVERNMENT SPENDING BILL dent? What about infrastructure, for improve community and police rela- Mr. President, first I want to say instance? That is something that tions. In particular, Mr. Rosenstein that it is very good news that the would create tons of good-paying jobs, should continue negotiations to pursue President seems to be taking the wall and Candidate Trump talked about it a police reform in Chicago, backed up by off the table in the negotiations we are lot when he campaigned. He promised an enforceable consent decree. The having on an appropriations bill this to fix America’s crumbling infrastruc- former U.S. attorney in Chicago, Zach week. It would remove the prospect of ture, pledging a $1 trillion plan to do

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That is taking what the President said in his rency manipulator on day one. Presi- not how you get things done here, and campaign. The bill would create 15 mil- dent Trump has done neither of those that is why the President has so little lion good-paying jobs, going to the things. He has broken his promise to to show for his first 100 days. working families of America. We name them a currency manipulator, We Democrats are prepared to work haven’t seen any proposal or gotten and he has backed off on his promise to with him to give the middle class and any response to our proposal from the get tough with trade on China in gen- those struggling to get there a much President. The only thing we have seen eral. needed boost, but the President and from President Trump on infrastruc- This is an issue I am passionate Republicans in Congress need to start ture is that he has proposed multibil- about. I didn’t agree with President reaching out and meeting us halfway. lion-dollar cuts to vital transportation Trump on a whole lot of issues, but As I have told the President many programs in his 2018 budget, saying one when he talked about China during the times, if he governs from the middle, if thing in the campaign—infrastructure campaign, I said: I am closer to Presi- he is willing to work with both parties jobs—yet doing exactly the opposite— dent Trump on how we treat China to get things done, we might be able to cutting infrastructure jobs—in his pro- than I was with President Obama or compromise on some of the important posed budget for next year. President Bush, and I thought it would economic issues where we have had On outsourcing, Candidate Trump la- be one of the areas where we could these values for a long time—the ones mented the fact that so many compa- make real progress. Instead, we have I just mentioned. If the President, Re- nies were shipping U.S. jobs overseas, seen a U-turn—China, not a currency publicans, and Congress continue their promising: ‘‘We’re going to stop it day manipulator, when he said over and ‘‘my way or the highway approach,’’ one. It’s so easy to stop.’’ over again they were, and they are ma- the next 100 days will be just like the While President Obama used regu- nipulating their currency. first—a lot of broken and unfulfilled latory measures to stop inversions in I know all the free-trade pundits get promises and very few accomplish- their tracks—a company in New York, up and say: Yes, but now they are not ments from this new administration. Pfizer, which I thought was so wrong to reducing the value of their currency; I yield the floor. try and invert—President Trump has they are doing the opposite of what I suggest the absence of a quorum. just signed an Executive order to re- they did when they made it easier for The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- view those rules and potentially undo them to export. But they are still ma- pore. The clerk will call the roll. them—the exact opposite of what he nipulating it. It still doesn’t flow. As The assistant bill clerk proceeded to campaigned on. This is astounding. He sure as we are sitting here, if China’s call the roll. said he was going to prevent jobs from advantage is to once again devalue the Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, I ask going overseas. President Obama put in currency so they can have more ex- unanimous consent that the order for regulations that have virtually stopped ports and unfair advantages over the quorum call be rescinded. inversions—companies moving their American workers, they will do it in a The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. headquarters overseas for tax breaks. minute. FLAKE). Without objection, it is so or- President Trump, directly in contradic- Furthermore, had he called China a dered. tion of what he talked about over and currency manipulator, it would have ANTIQUITIES ACT over and over again in his campaign, sent a shot across China’s bow. For Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, says: Now let’s review those rules and years, frankly, under Democratic and President Trump is expected to issue possibly undo them. It is just hard to Republican administrations, China has an Executive order directing the De- comprehend. gotten away with economic murder. partment of the Interior to review all President Trump said his policy They steal our intellectual property. of the national monuments issued over would be ‘‘Buy American and Hire They don’t let good American compa- the past 20 years, to see whether those American,’’ and he has had a bunch of nies into China. They buy American monuments should be reduced in size little rallies where he talks about this, companies to get their technology and or repealed. It is clear to me that many but he has refused to insist that pipe- then produce it in China and try to ex- of us know the value of our public lines and water infrastructure be made port it here. They have over the years lands. But I am questioning whether with American steel. manipulated the currency to their ad- our President understands that trying If he were serious about stopping out- vantage, among many other things. to illegally roll back those national sourcing, he would demand that Senate They are hurting us. Probably nothing monuments—some of the most treas- Republicans put Senator BALDWIN’s bill has done more to hurt American jobs ured lands in our country—is some- requiring infrastructure to be made than China’s rapacious trade policies. thing we should not do. with American steel on the Senate And President Trump is nowhere to be This shortsighted move is a pretext floor. If we increase water and sewer as found. In fact, he is doing the opposite to attacking the designation of the one of our biggest infrastructure pro- of what he promised on trade. Bears Ears National Monument in posals, American steel would get a Instead of sticking up for hard-work- Utah, which is sacred to the five tribes huge boost, if companies had to buy ing, middle-class Americans by trying that form the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal American steel. Senator BALDWIN has a to create jobs and get tough on both Coalition, and is a breathtaking site bill that does it. President Trump has trade and outsourcing, President for all Americans who come to experi- not gotten any action. He ought to tell Trump has spent the last few months ence what is the unbelievable, unique Leader MCCONNELL, tell Speaker RYAN looking out for powerful corporations beauty of the West. he is for that bill, and they should and the special interests he repeatedly Whether they are there hiking or bring it to the floor, and, with a lot of campaigned against, breaking promise climbing or vacationing, it is a special Democratic votes—probably every one, after promise to working families. It is place. But President Trump’s Execu- just about—we can pass it. a shame he has taken this route. tive order is expected to go even fur- On trade, which is another crucial On issues like infrastructure, out- ther than just Bears Ears, reviewing issue for the American worker—maybe sourcing, and trade, we Democrats any designation in the last 20 years, the issue that President Trump gar- agree with many of the things Can- threatening the question of the San nered the most support for from work- didate Trump was saying, but he is no- Juan Islands or Hanford Reach Na- ing families—well, he has made some where to be found to work with on tional Monuments and the creation of big promises, but he has either broken these issues. President Trump could other sites around the United States them or failed to deliver in his first 100 have chosen to spend his first 100 days and threatening our economy.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:43 Apr 25, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G25AP6.006 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2503 Time and again, the Trump adminis- cant lands of the local Tribes and some around it, and it continues to grow and tration is pushing for policies that are of the best rock climbing in the world. thrive, with new products, new serv- harmful to our recreation economy and Bears Ears encompasses Native ices, and more comfortable and innova- a disaster for our pristine places, and it American archaeological sites dating tive ways to enjoy the outdoors. The sets a terrible precedent for future con- back at least 13,000 years. The area is outdoor recreation economy is respon- servation efforts. covered in rock art, petroglyphs and sible for 7.6 million jobs in this coun- The Antiquities Act is one of our Na- pictographs, cliff dwellings, and arti- try. That is a growth of 1.5 million jobs tion’s most successful conservation facts. So if nothing else, those special since the last time the report was done. laws. It was signed into law in 1906 by places should be preserved. Meanwhile, the Trump administra- President Theodore Roosevelt to des- It is also special to many of the early tion seems perfectly content to do the ignate Devils Tower in Wyoming as our inhabitants of that area: the Ute Tribe, bidding of these natural resources in- Nation’s first national monument. the Navajo Tribe, the Uintah Ouray dustries instead of focusing on these In the 110 years since its enactment, Tribe, the Hopi Tribe, and the Zuni jobs and these recreational opportuni- the Antiquities Act has been a very Tribe. Bears Ears is important to these ties that are booming. In fact, the useful tool by 16 different Presidents— Tribal members for sacred ceremonies, clean energy economy is now sup- eight Republicans, eight Democrats— and hunting, and fishing. porting more jobs than fossil fuels in 26 to designate more than 140 national Bears Ears also continues to be one States and the District of Columbia. So monuments, including, as I mentioned, of the richest paleontological resources it is an economy that exists in many the San Juan Islands and Hanford in our Nation, with fossil records dat- parts of our country. Reach in the State of Washington. ing back millions of years. So it is easy On top of this effort to try and weak- Nearly half of all of our national to see why it is so important that this en these national monument designa- parks, including national icons such as special place was designated. tions and use the Antiquities Act in re- the Grand Canyon or Olympic National In addition to its historical and cul- verse, the President is also expected to Park, were first designated as national tural significance, Bears Ears is also a gut some of our key investments in monuments under the Antiquities Act. world-class recreation resource visited science and innovation that are also So it is a very helpful tool to making by rock climbers from all over the helping us grow in new ways. sure we preserve those special places. I world. It is also visited by hunters, I will tell you that pollution is not will note, too, that only 4 percent of all hikers, canyoneers, white water an economic strategy. We cannot turn land in the United States is set aside rafters, mountain bikers, and the en- the economy of the past into hope for this way, designated as part of the na- tire conservation community. That is the future. What we need to do is make tional park system or as a national why the Outdoor Retailer show, which sure we are paying attention to the monument. had previously located its biannual unique resources that these special So, of all the lands in the United event in Utah, decided after two dec- places represent and the great heritage States, we are asking to protect 4 per- ades that they were pulling out. That of both Democratic and Republican ad- cent of the lands, that are these unique is right. They are pulling out their $40 ministrations, which have done great special places, to be persevered for the million contribution to the Utah econ- work by protecting places like the American public and not turned over to omy because they are against the ef- Grand Canyon and Bears Ears. I hope all of my colleagues will real- special interests for oil and gas mining. forts by many in Utah to oppose the ize that this is a futile effort and that I also think it is important to note Bears Ears monument and try to get these special places do not belong only that the Antiquities Act gives the the President to reverse the Antiq- to us. They do not belong to the people President the authority to make sure uities Act and then use that Federal who are here on the Senate floor. They that these monuments are designated land for oil and gas exploration. I was belong to generations and generations because from time to time there are so proud to see the outdoor industry of Americans. those who do not believe in these spe- take such a bold step. Companies like To those great Presidents—Repub- cial places. REI, Patagonia, Black Diamond, and lican and Democratic—who made those I note that when the Grand Canyon Outdoor Research really made a big decisions and created those special was being considered, an editorial in and bold statement. They decided that places for all of us, thank you. I hope that time period editorialized: ‘‘The if a State was going to attack the very that some future generation will be idea of protecting the Grand Canyon economy that was so important to standing here thanking us for pro- represents a fiendish and diabolical their jobs in recreation, they were tecting Bears Ears and all of the na- scheme.’’ Now, I don’t think that is going to do something about it. tional monument designations that what Americans think today about the I agree with the Salt Lake Tribune have taken place over the last two dec- Grand Canyon, nor do they think that editorial on the Outdoor Retailer’s de- ades. it is something that hasn’t enriched cision, which said that the debate over Mr. President, I yield the floor. the lives of millions of Americans over public lands is about ‘‘who we are and I suggest the absence of a quorum. the years or added to our economy and where we are headed. To get there, we The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tourism. So I find it ironic that the need leaders with a better appreciation clerk will call the roll. same people think that the designation of the magnificent gifts God has given The legislative clerk proceeded to of Bears Ears is somehow a ‘‘fiendish everyone, not just Utahans.’’ call the roll. and diabolical scheme.’’ So what is ironic and, frankly, a bit Mr. PETERS. Mr. President, I ask Well, what I know is that the Presi- sad is that at the same time the Trump unanimous consent that the order for dent is wrong to think he can use the administration is waging war on our the quorum call be rescinded. Antiquities Act in reverse. In 1938, an public lands and fighting imaginary The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Attorney General’s opinion was issued ones, like the War on Coal, we have objection, it is so ordered. stating that the President did not have new data on just what an economic en- FARM SERVICE AGENCY the authority to use it in reverse. gine the recreation industry has be- Mr. PETERS. Mr. President, I rise So I think any attempt by the Trump come. Just today, the Outdoor Industry today to acknowledge and honor Michi- administration to modify or revoke Association released a new report on gan farmers. Agriculture is a vital part earlier national monument proposals is the economic contributions of the of Michigan’s economy. In fact, Michi- without the legal authority to do so. recreation economy. Today, the recre- gan is home to more than 51,000 farms But I also want to make sure that we ation industry generates $887 billion in that contribute over $100 billion to our are talking about how important and consumer spending every year. That is Nation’s economy. Michigan is also the how special Bears Ears is. It is a monu- up more than $200 billion—from $646 second most diverse agricultural pro- ment of true significance. It encom- billion—since the last time the study ducer in the Nation, growing more passes 1.3 million acres of beautiful was done a few years ago. What does than 300 commodities, including a sig- desert hills, mesas, and sandstone can- this tell us? Not only do more Ameri- nificant portion of our Nation’s milk, yons in southeastern Utah and is home cans enjoy recreation on our public corn, cherries, cucumbers, and much to some of the most spiritually signifi- lands, but an economy has been built more.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:43 Apr 25, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G25AP6.008 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 Last week I had the pleasure of vis- Today, ensuring that the Farm Serv- ists, including ISIS, jumped at the op- iting the Iciek Dairy Farm in Gladwin, ice Agency has sufficient funding is portunity to fill the vacuum in Libya. MI. It was incredible to see firsthand even more critical, especially following Later, the American Consulate in how this family-run dairy has grown President Trump’s proposed $4.7 billion Benghazi would be attacked, resulting from a small farm of a few dozen cows cut to the U.S. Department of Agri- in the deaths of four Americans, in- to a large, modern dairy operation with culture. cluding that of Ambassador Chris- 700 cows and seven full-time employ- Like our small businesses, students, topher Stevens. That was the result of ees. and families, America’s farmers de- President Obama’s failed strategy in Today, the Iciek Dairy works with serve to have affordable loan options, Libya. the Michigan State University Exten- and they deserve our attention and our To the east, as 2016 came to a close, sion program to help mentor new busi- support. I urge my colleagues to join Syria was embroiled in even more dis- nesses and farmers who are just start- me in asking for robust Farm Service array, more bloodshed, and more vio- ing off with their own small dairy oper- Agency funding so we can continue to lence than when the civil war initially ation. Michigan’s farmers and farmers support our farming communities as broke out. President Obama promised all across our country feed our country they support and sustain us each and the world—now infamously—that and people around the globe, and we every day. should the Syrian Government use must do what we can to support them. I suggest the absence of a quorum. chemical weapons that at that point a Our agricultural businesses rely on the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The red line would have been crossed. We ability to access the resources they clerk will call the roll. know how that turned out and so do need to keep growing, creating jobs, The legislative clerk proceeded to the citizens of Syria and so do, impor- and contributing to our economy. call the roll. tantly, other thugs, autocrats, and dic- Access to these resources can be es- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask tators around the world—red lines pecially challenging for new small unanimous consent that the order for crossed but not enforced. President Obama’s threats went un- farm operations that are just getting the quorum call be rescinded. answered. Russia became bolder in its started, including those small farms The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without support of Assad as it became clearer that make up 82 percent of Michigan’s objection, it is so ordered. that the United States would not inter- agricultural producers. Small farms FOREIGN POLICY vene. Now, in light of years of inaction that are just starting up or are facing Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, as we by the previous administration, we tough economic conditions sometimes come back into session after a 2-week have a refugee crisis in the Middle East struggle to find and secure affordable State work period, I think we need to and throughout Europe. Millions of credit. That is why I am working take stock of what we have been able people have been displaced both inter- across the aisle with Senator TILLIS to to accomplish in working together dur- nally and externally across Europe. We urge congressional appropriators to ing the last few months. Through the efforts of the adminis- have a war criminal leading the Syrian fully fund the Farm Service Agency Government who has repeatedly used tration and in working with Congress, loan programs as Congress considers chemical weapons and indiscriminately we have been able to greatly lessen the government funding bills for 2018. killed civilians, including children, in a The Farm Service Agency works with regulatory burden on many American region even further from any measure lenders to guarantee and deliver small job creators, which is something sorely of stability than when President dollar loans to the small farms that needed while our economy has been Obama took office. need them the most. When a farm has bumping along at, roughly, 2 percent Yet, instead of developing a strategy, no other options, Farm Service Agency growth of our gross domestic product instead of listening to his own military loans and guarantees can help farmers since the Great Recession of 2008. We and national security leadership, Presi- cover urgent operating costs for feed, have confirmed a ninth Supreme Court dent Obama and his team perversely seed, and fertilizer to get them through Justice, and we have seen strong, cred- opted to strengthen our adversary Iran. the season. Without these loans, farm- ible action taken against people like The ill-conceived JCPOA deal ce- ers could lose their ability to purchase the terrible Assad regime in Syria. mented the status of this state sponsor equipment and other necessities for the It is important to remember, as folks of terrorism as a future nuclear power planting season and could be forced to continue to judge the current adminis- as it released billions of dollars in curtail their operations. tration and its foreign policy in par- sanctions relief to the regime and em- Currently, more than 2,300 farms in ticular, how we got here and what this powered our enemy to engage in even Michigan have Farm Service Agency White House inherited after 8 years of more terrorist activities abroad and loans totaling over $630 million. Across the Obama administration. around the world. After 8 years of the the country last year, the Farm Serv- As President Obama left office, he Obama administration, the bottom line ice Agency made and guaranteed a left in his wake fires burning around is, our foremost enemy in the Middle total of 39,650 loans totaling $6.3 bil- the world. There is no better example East became stronger, not weaker. lion. It is critical that Farm Service than the Middle East. President Obama On top of all of that, President Agency funding reflect expected de- celebrated the Arab Spring as a testa- Obama pushed aside our strongest ally mand for loans so that small farms can ment to the power of a democratic in the region—Israel—time and time continue to have this crucial lifeline. voice, but he did little to help our part- again to appease nations that were This program is in such high demand ners across the Middle East and North working against us. That is simply not that just last year the Farm Service Africa find stability and prosperity. how the United States should operate Agency ran out of money to finance its Along the way, he made the world a lot in its leadership role around the world. operating loans, including more than more dangerous for all of us by his in- I could go on and on about the for- 1,000 loans that had already been ap- action or, in some cases, by his actions. eign policy failures of the last adminis- proved for small farmers. This led to a Libya is one of the most tragic exam- trations with respect to the Middle backlog of loans, and farmers were ples. East, but it is not the only region in forced to wait for months until Con- Without his coming to Congress but worse shape. Under President Obama’s gress passed emergency funding to get instead going to the United Nations for watch, Russia invaded Crimea and the loans they needed for their day-to- a resolution, under President Obama’s eastern Ukraine. It repeatedly threat- day operations. watch, the country fractured after he ened NATO member states and ramped Access to capital is critical across a helped to launch a poorly conceived up its cyber espionage to influence and range of businesses, but it is incredibly military campaign that helped depose undermine public confidence in free important to our farmers. They can Muammar Qadhafi, with no plan at all and fair elections both in the United lose out on an entire growing season if as to what to do afterward to stabilize States and in Europe. Along the way, they cannot buy the equipment and the the country. Apparently, despite all of our allies in Europe were cast aside supplies they need while they wait for President Obama’s criticisms of Presi- rather than assured of our support—all Congress to fund the Farm Service dent Bush’s 2003 invasion of Iraq, he with Russia’s mounting aggression Agency. learned very little from it, and terror- close by.

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Not Former Senator Mikulski wrote the vance its regional dominance by mak- only is he a very experienced and ac- committee and told us that he will be ing claims to islands disputed by our complished attorney, he has served in a ‘‘strong, experienced leader at the allies, going so far as to convert sand the Justice Department for almost Department of Justice who is fair and bars and reefs into island military three decades under five Presidents, committed to the equal application of bases—some with 10,000-foot military- but he served as the U.S. Attorney for our laws’’ and ‘‘In these polarized capable runways right there in the the District of Maryland under both times, now, more than ever we need a South China Sea. President Bush and President Obama— strong, experienced leader at the De- Finally, North Korea continues to de- a very rare record of service. During partment of Justice who is fair and velop and test its nuclear and ballistic his nominations hearing to be Deputy committed to the equal application of missile capabilities with the threat of Attorney General, Mr. Rosenstein our laws. I hope the Senate will con- soon being able to use both to reach promised us that he would ‘‘work to de- firm Rod Rosenstein for this important the continental United States. North fend the integrity and independence of position.’’ Korea carried out four nuclear tests our justice department, to protect pub- After Senator CARDIN described all during the Obama administration. lic safety, to preserve civil rights, to Mr. Rosenstein’s professional accom- That is simply unacceptable. pursue justice, to advance the rule of plishments when he was introducing The truth is, after two terms of inac- law and to promote public confidence.’’ him at the hearing, he said, ‘‘What im- tion, no coherent strategy, and leading However, many Members have men- presses me the most, he has done this from behind, our allies and partners tioned they are concerned about the in a totally non-partisan manner.’’ And around the world questioned the com- FBI Director’s announcement of an in- concluded by saying, ‘‘I think Mr. mitment and power of the United vestigation of Russia. And during his Rosenstein is the right person at the States and our ability to defend our na- nominations hearing, Mr. Rosenstein right time for Deputy Attorney Gen- tional interests around the globe. was repeatedly asked if he would com- eral.’’ I, personally, am thankful for what mit to appointing a special counsel to Finally, James Cole, President we have seen President Trump accom- handle any investigation in this mat- Obama’s Deputy Attorney General, plish so far, even in a short period of ter. I was impressed with his unfailing wrote to inform the committee that time. His tough but honest discussions commitment to independence when he Mr. Rosenstein will respect the need about America’s role in the world are answered these questions. for the Department ‘‘to not only en- Rather than prejudge investigations appreciated not only by those of us force the laws, but to also maintain a before he knows the facts, he here at home but by our allies and level of independence that enables it to unwaveringly promised to make deci- friends around the world who have been have credibility in the eyes of our citi- sions only after thoroughly reviewing hungry for American leadership. zens.’’ all the relevant information in a par- When Assad crossed a line the entire From all I see and know about him, ticular case. He committed to not pre- international community deemed ab- I believe Mr. Rosenstein will keep his judge the situation before he knew the horrent, President Trump, unlike promise for integrity and independ- facts. And he committed to conducting President Obama, took action. Unfor- ence. He promised us if he is confirmed every investigation with independence. tunately, President Trump has inher- I personally believe Mr. Rosenstein as Deputy Attorney General, ‘‘all in- ited foreign policy predicaments that possesses the necessary independence vestigations under my supervision were created by both the action and in- to conduct any investigation of this [will] be initiated and conducted in a action of his predecessor around the type. He told us he had never met with fair, professional, and impartial man- world. My hope is, President Trump Russian officials nor has he spoken to ner, without regard to political consid- will continue to work with the great the President or Attorney General erations.’’ We can’t ask for anything team he has assembled to make sure about this matter. And he spoke in more. I urge all my colleagues to join U.S. interests are put first and that great length about his career-long com- me in voting to confirm Mr. Rosenstein America continues to exert its leader- mitment to independence and to con- to be Deputy Attorney General. ship role around the world. duct his work free from political con- I yield the floor. The truth is, a strong America and cerns. I suggest the absence of a quorum. an America that leads is a stabilizing In fact, we already know that he has The PRESIDING OFFICER. The and peacekeeping influence around the a well-known reputation for independ- clerk will call the roll. world. Just the opposite is also true. As ence. In 2012, Attorney General Holder The senior assistant legislative clerk America retreats, there is no other specifically asked Mr. Rosenstein to proceeded to call the roll. country that can fill that leadership handle a special investigation into Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I ask vacuum. It is inherently destabilizing, leaks of classified information because unanimous consent that the order for and it is an invitation for bad actors of his reputation for independence and the quorum call be rescinded. around the world to take advantage of impartiality. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that power vacuum. When Republicans suggested a spe- objection, it is so ordered. I look forward to working with the cial prosecutor might be appropriate, ORDER OF PROCEDURE administration, as well as all of our members of the Judiciary Committee Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I ask colleagues in the Congress, to help assured us that none was necessary unanimous consent that all time keep Americans safe by making clear precisely because Mr. Rosenstein was postcloture on the Rosenstein nomina- that we will back up and support our at the helm of the investigation. One tion expire at 5 p.m. today and that, if allies and partners abroad and send a member of the Committee described confirmed, the President be imme- powerful message to those who threat- him as a ‘‘scrupulous man’’ and ‘‘inde- diately notified of the Senate’s action en our interests. pendent.’’ There was ‘‘no reason to be- and the Senate resume consideration of I yield the floor. lieve why [he] cannot work with the the Acosta nomination. I suggest the absence of a quorum. FBI and assemble a very strong pros- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ecution team where warranted.’’ objection, it is so ordered. clerk will call the roll. Mr. Rosenstein is still scrupulous and Mr. GRASSLEY. I yield the floor. The bill clerk proceeded to call the independent. If Mr. Rosenstein could f roll. conduct an investigation with inde- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I ask pendence under Holder then, he can RECESS unanimous consent that the order for certainly do it now. Furthermore, Mr. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the quorum call be rescinded. Rosenstein comes with high rec- the previous order, the Senate stands The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. ommendations from a bipartisan list of in recess until 2:15 p.m. CRUZ). Without objection, it is so or- former Attorneys General and Deputy Thereupon, the Senate, at 12:30 p.m., dered. Attorneys General. And he comes with recessed until 2:15 p.m. and reassem- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I high recommendations from his home bled when called to order by the Pre- support Mr. Rosenstein’s nomination state Senators, current and former. siding Officer (Mr. PORTMAN).

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I have never been convinced that ka’s fallen heroes—those young men truck convoys operating out of the that is the best way—to put all of our and women who have given their lives Balad Air Base in Iraq. Iraq at this money in the basket—that that is real- defending our freedom in Iraq and Af- time was increasingly unstable. It was ly the best way to better ensure the se- ghanistan. They all have different sto- dangerous, but Bill’s good nature made curity of our border with Mexico. As it ries. Their families all have the same it bearable. SGT Timothy Ossowski remembers turns out, most of the folks who are request: Remember their sacrifice. By SPC Bill Bailey fondly: ‘‘When I be- coming into the United States from telling the stories of these heroes here came his team leader, I thought I had that part of the world are not Mexi- on the Senate floor, we honor the re- struck the jackpot.’’ By 2007, the insur- cans. Actually, more Mexicans are quest of these Gold Star families. gency in Iraq had erupted to new levels going back into Mexico than Mexicans SPECIALIST WILLIAM ‘‘BILL’’ BAILEY of violence. Increased American forces coming across the border into the Today, Mr. President, I honor the life sought to seek out and destroy the al- United States. and service of William ‘‘Bill’’ Bailey of Qaida network. Casualties ran high. Most of the illegal immigration—not Bellevue, NE. Now, the name ‘‘Wil- Despite the high operations tempo, all but most of it—is coming from liam’’ comes from old German. It Bill and Dee communicated almost three countries: Honduras, Guatemala, means ‘‘determined protector’’. Bill every day through phone calls or texts. and El Salvador. The reason why they Bailey lived up to his name. His moth- On May 24, they were able to talk by come here is because their lives are er Margaret says he was a born pro- phone. In typical fashion, Bill men- miserable. They are miserable because tector. When Bill was very young, he tioned he was excited to finish his dull we buy drugs. We have this insatiable lost his father to a car accident. Mar- watchtower duty and start a new secu- appetite for illegal drugs. So a lot of garet recalls how Bill embraced his rity escort mission the next day. Bill them are trafficked through Honduras, younger sister Jessy just after her was also excited for his upcoming leave Guatemala, and El Salvador. birth. The word came to her at once: in June, when the Bailey family We send money down to those three protective. planned to celebrate Bill’s birthday. countries for the drugs, and we send As he grew, Bill naturally looked to The next day, May 25, 2007, Bill took guns down to that part of the world. protect those outside his family too. part in that security escort mission. When we catch bad guys in this coun- Ron Budwig was matched with Bill During it, his vehicle struck an impro- try from Honduras, Guatemala, and El through the Big Brothers Big Sisters vised explosive device. Three Nebraska Salvador, we send them back to those program. Army National Guard soldiers were three countries. Ron recalled a simple but profound wounded, and Bill Bailey was killed. So part of the security of our south- example of Bill looking out for Ron’s More than 1,000 people gathered in ern border involves actually trying to family. Ron’s mother was running late Bellevue to remember Bill. A Patriot help those three countries figure out to one of the program’s activities, and, Guard of more than 100 flag-flying mo- ways to keep their people home, rather meanwhile, the parking lot was filling torcycles accompanied his funeral pro- than wanting to come to our country. up. Bill went and stood in a parking cession. Specialist Bailey earned sev- Part of it is making sure that they space, keeping it open until Ron’s eral military awards, including the have decent lives to live. Twenty years mother could come. It was a simple Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, the ago, as you all may remember, a bunch act, but it said a lot. Iraqi Campaign Medal, and the Combat of gunmen rounded up the supreme Bill attended Bellevue East, where Action Badge. Bill’s brother-in-law, court justices in Colombia, took them the call to protect his country prompt- Damian Kuzeppa, summarized Bill’s into a room, and shot and killed ed him to enlist in the Nebraska Army life: them—shot them all to death. National Guard in 1995. After grad- Bill was a wonderful husband, brother, son, It was a time when the government uating from high school in 1996, he father. He dedicated quite a bit of his life to was tottering and there was a question served out his enlistment with distinc- helping other people. He was definitely a go- of whether they were going to survive tion. doer. He will definitely be missed. in Colombia. Some very brave people A few years later, in December 2000, William Bailey is survived by his stood up in Colombia and said: No, no, Bill met Deanna, whom everyone calls mother Margaret, his wife Deanna, and we want to survive, we want to fend off Dee. She was a bank teller at Wells their children, Cody, Maquala, the drug cartels, and we want to fend Fargo. He drove an armored truck. Catlynn, Billy, and Logan. Bill Bailey off the leftist guerillas. Ultimately, They met through a service window. is a true Nebraska hero. I am honored they were successful. It has taken 20 Now, Bill had left the service in 2001 to tell his story. years. when his enlistment ended. After 9/11, I yield the floor. They worked on something called he felt the call to serve his country The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Plan Colombia to help turn around again—but first things first. Bill and ator from Delaware. their country. We came in, and we Dee married in 2004. Dee’s children, BORDER SECURITY helped them. They did the heavy lift- Cody and Maquala, took immediately Mr. CARPER. Mr. President, I am ing, and we helped out as well. I like to to Bill and his children, Catlynn and pleased to be able to serve with the say that it is sort of like at Home Billy. Logan soon followed. Presiding Officer on the Committee on Depot: ‘‘You’’ can do it—using, in that As you can expect, Bill’s protective Homeland Security. Part of our respon- case, Colombia—and ‘‘we’’ being the nature made him a great father. It also sibilities on homeland security is to United States. made him a great firefighter. Extend- make sure, to the extent that we can, A similar kind of thing is going on in ing his protection beyond his family that our borders are secure. We do that Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador. once again, he joined the Bellevue Vol- in a variety of ways. We do that, in They have come up with their own unteer Fire Department. He was a nat- some cases, with our Border Patrol of- Plan Colombia. You might call it ural fit. Whether there or working as a ficers. We have a lot of them. We ap- ‘‘Plan Central America.’’ The three life flight dispatcher, Bill worked to preciate the work they do. countries have come up with things keep Bellevue safe. We also have, in many places, par- they are responsible for doing to im- That deep desire to serve his country ticularly along the border of Mexico— prove the quality of life for their folks continued to tug at him. In 2005, Bill as the Presiding Officer knows—a lot of and the ability to have economic reenlisted in the Nebraska Army Na- fencing that is there. We have a lot of growth and opportunity and hope. We tional Guard. Originally assigned to roads that our vehicles can travel are helping out as well. We have done

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A scrappy gang of pa- To the extent that those three coun- help themselves, we are going to be triots in the American Revolution—my tries can be more attractive to people falling short of where we want to be. own family included—won us our lib- who live there, that actually helps a I just wanted to share that before we erty, which we used to push for greater whole lot in terms of the pressure on recognize the next Senator. civil and human rights and to make in- our own borders. Plus, it is the right I am looking forward to the inau- vestments in agricultural and edu- thing to do. The other thing I would gural address of the new Senator from cational systems that sparked our mention, as to our energy policy in Illinois. economy, allowing us to strengthen this country, is that sometimes we The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- our military into the greatest fighting have had an ‘‘all of the above’’ energy ator from Oregon. force the world has ever seen. approach. It is not just coal, it is not Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, I am Success, however, was never guaran- just wind, it is not just solar, it is not honored to be on the floor for the maid- teed. From our founding, the United just geothermal, it is not just nuclear, en speech of my colleague Senator States of America was forged through and it is not just natural gas. It is all DUCKWORTH. fierce debates and stark divisions. of the above. It is conservation as well. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Slavery led to bloodshed across the We need a similar approach to con- ator from Illinois. country, including in the Senate Cham- tinuing to protect our borders, whether OUR SHARED VALUES ber, and culminated in brothers killing it is in the South or other places. But Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. President, I brothers during our Civil War. Yet our it should involve a variety of things. thank my friend and mentor, a great Union made it through our greatest There are some places along the 2,000 Illinoisan, Senator DURBIN for being challenges and emerged even stronger. miles where it will actually make some here today. I wouldn’t be here without We emerged a more perfect Union. sense. There are a lot of places where a his guidance and friendship over the Our strength has been on display out- fence makes more sense. There are a years. side of our military as well: When he- lot of places where it makes more sense It is truly an honor to stand at this roes like Frederick Douglass and Har- just to pave the roads alongside the desk, which was once held by another riet Tubman risked everything to help border. great Illinoisan by the name of Barack bring an end to slavery; when Martin The Presiding Officer actually spent, Obama, delivering my maiden speech Luther King, Jr., had a dream; when as he said, his ‘‘misspent youth’’—but I from the floor of the U.S. Senate to the the children of the Little Rock Nine will say his youth—earlier in his life people of Illinois, the same State that braved harassment and abuse to bring where he and other kayakers were in has been represented in Washington by an end to segregated schools and en- boats along the Rio Grande River. Part other impressive leaders like Paul sure educational opportunity for all; of border security is boats along that Simon and Abraham Lincoln. And it is and when the backbreaking work of stretch of the river, that stretch of the an honor to address the people of the Asian and American laborers united border because it is literally hundreds United States of America, the greatest our Nation from sea to shining sea of miles where the border is defined by Nation in the world. with the completion of the trans- a river. So in some places, boats make Though we have occasionally made continental railroad. sense. In other places, boat ramps choices as a society that do not reflect America catalyzed the industrial rev- make sense. our best selves, we are today the great- olution for the globe. We helped rescue Sometimes it makes sense to have est Nation on Earth because of the the global community from fascism drones up in the air that can surveil up founding ideals that have anchored our during World War II. We promoted civil to 100 miles into Mexico for folks com- Nation and because of the shared val- and human rights around the globe. We ing our way. Sometimes it makes sense ues that have guided the development explored space, launched the internet to put helicopters, sometimes fixed- and strength of our economy and our revolution, helped feed the world, built wing aircraft. But you can’t just send people—values like treating each other a world-class infrastructure network, them up with binoculars. You need to equally, showing strength and resil- developed a gold standard education put the right kind of surveillance ience in the face of hardship, and em- system, and grew the strongest econ- equipment on there. We have that bracing the diversity that makes us omy ever seen. equipment. The key is to put it on the who we are. They are shared values We were able to win World War II not aircraft. that have helped us to strive toward because of the brave troops in our Sometimes stationary towers going that more perfect Union the Constitu- Armed Forces alone but also because up 200, 300 feet makes sense. Some- tion’s Framers envisioned, a more per- our Nation’s manufacturers and steel times it makes sense to make those fect Union that offers everyone a mills were able to produce the tanks mobile. Sometimes we can put those chance to reach his or her potential, a and planes and firearms and other tools surveillance systems 5,000 feet up in more perfect Union that will not give we needed to defeat the Nazis. We were the air to look literally 100 miles into up on its people, and a more perfect able to build those weapons, launch the Mexico to see what is coming our way. Union whose people don’t give up on internet revolution, and send a man to If we have the right surveillance sys- themselves either. the Moon only because we had a well- tem, they could see not just during We face a great deal of challenges educated workforce made of people daylight, sunny skies, but they could and threats, threats I know well, but from all around the globe, all of whom see at night. They can see in fog and we cannot allow today’s hardships to had an opportunity to attend world- dense fog. So the key is all of the change who we are as a people, to tear class colleges and universities right above—it is not any one thing—and to down the pillars that make this Nation here in the United States, universities find out what works. The other thing great. Falling victim to fear and dema- we spent generations strengthening. is, maybe to continue to support and goguery will only ensure a weaker Our economy was able to grow to its ask our Border Patrol: What do you America for our children, and that is current strength not only because of guys and gals think? What do you simply not the future I want for my that well-educated workforce and those think makes sense? And listen to them. Abigail. who came from distant lands but also No, I am not smart enough to figure When we, as a society, think about all who came and stayed to contribute out how much money we put exactly in the future we want for all of our chil- to our society. It was also able to grow each one of those, but I think it makes dren, I think it is important for us to because we had invested heavily in in- sense, depending on what the needs are remember how we got here. Our Nation frastructure and built an interstate and on the advice of the folks who real- wasn’t founded as the dominant global system and air and rail networks that ly are the experts on the ground, what economic and military force that it is enabled our farmers, ranchers, and

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For generations, our manufacturers supported by those educational institu- Make no mistake, America has not and agricultural sectors have relied on tions that helped increase farm produc- lost her greatness. Our Nation remains a strong infrastructure network, in- tion and yields. the dominant force on the global stage. cluding roads, bridges, waterways, rail- Throughout our history, we pushed But if we don’t act, if we don’t invest ways, and air transportation, to get to expand human and civil rights from in ourselves, our adversaries are posi- their goods to market, both domesti- the abolitionists to the suffragettes, tioned to overtake us. cally and internationally. Illinois has learning from people like the Tuskegee Though some may try to convince us often led the way. We built the Na- Airmen, the Selma marchers, and the the path forward is less engagement tion’s first elevated electric rail line in LGBTQ leaders today that being inclu- with the world, less acceptance of oth- the 1800s. But today, far too much of sive and enabling people to reach their ers, and less investment in ourselves, I that infrastructure is crumbling. It is full potential only strengthens the know the path forward for our country in dire need of the investments our so- American core. We did all of these cannot include—does not include— ciety once understood the need for. The things as a result of our shared values, turning our backs on the shared values down payments previous generations and we have reaped their rewards for that built this Nation. made paid dividends to us all in the generations. Perhaps more than any other State, form of increased tourism, lower costs, We have seen our Nation’s strength Illinois knows this. We represent all more efficient shipments, easier travel, in our prouder moments, as when the strengths of our Nation, from our and so many other benefits. America chose to go to the Moon—not dynamic cities to our strong rural and If we fail to continue the investments because it was easy but, in President industrial communities and everything past generations have made, we risk Kennedy’s words, because it was hard. in between. We are the realization of falling behind our global competitors, We have seen our strength in trag- the values that have created that ro- hurting not only our tourism industry edy, reuniting under a common cause bust American economy, bolstered by a but also our manufacturers and our in the rubble of the Pentagon and strong agricultural community and hard-working ranchers, farmers, and Ground Zero on 9/11. manufacturing sector, both of which producers who will find it harder and We might get knocked down, but the innovate and strengthen our Nation more expensive to get their products to America that I know, the America that with the help of wise public policy and market. I fought for and love, does not give up. investments. If we choose to disregard our infra- Those investments enabled Illinois That is not a Democratic principle or a structure much longer, we simply will steelworkers to help us develop our Republican principle; it is simply the not be able to compete in the 21st cen- farmland, build our cities, and secure American way. tury global economy. Improving our in- America’s greatness has never de- our military strength. American manu- frastructure isn’t a partisan issue. It is pended on the strength of any indi- facturing built this Nation, but too common sense. It is an economic pri- many of the steel mills we relied on to vidual person, but on all of us working ority, a defense priority, and a national win World War II have been idled or together toward a common goal. When security imperative. This is something shuttered completely. we have failed to stay true to our core we can all work on together. After years of illegal trade practices, I am proud to say that the first bill values, when we deny another person like dumping of cheap foreign products I proposed after arriving here in the our Nation’s promise of opportunity, and currency manipulation by our Senate passed unanimously with bipar- our Nation’s strength suffers. When a competitors, our manufacturing base tisan support. It will cut redtape and child can’t access the tools to succeed has been weakened. That hurts not help streamline efforts to modernize in school, when a woman can’t afford only American jobs but also our Na- our infrastructure and allow our econ- basic healthcare, when refugees fleeing tion’s military strength as well as the omy to continue growing for genera- terror see the door slammed shut in resilience of our entire economy. We tions to come. their face, when we deny civil rights on simply need to do a better job of keep- That is also true of supporting our the basis of skin color or sexual ori- ing manufacturing jobs within our bor- schools, colleges, and universities. We entation or religion, and when a work- ders, and we need to make the invest- have developed global gold standards ing family can’t put food on the table, ments necessary to ensure that we for education that enable our manufac- our whole Nation suffers. At the end of have a workforce trained for our 21st turers, agricultural workers, engineers, the day, America’s greatness depends century jobs. and brilliant Americans all across on each of us remaining true to the We can do better by Illinois’ tens of every sector to push our economy fur- common values of our Nation. thousands of farmers as well. These ther. But we have lost sight of those val- farmers, ranchers, and agricultural There is a reason that wealthy elites ues. The Nation that built an inter- workers form the basis of our Nation. across the globe—including world lead- state highway system, that was a ref- They all wake up with a purpose, each ers from foreign lands—still send their uge for immigrants who became the farm feeding nearly 170 people every children to be educated on our shores, foundation of our economy, this Nation year while supporting an industry that in world class institutions like the Uni- that pushed humanity to new heights, is developing cutting-edge biofuels and versity of Illinois and the University of first with planes and helicopters and other technologies. Chicago. Our education system is wide- then into space, that same Nation I have seen firsthand the painful ly recognized as the best in the world. seems to have forgotten how to invest price our Nation pays because of our Our teachers and institutions continue in itself. overreliance on oil imported from our to produce some of the best trained and Our country that ushered in the era competitors. The simple fact is that most skilled professionals in every of aviation is now home to aging air- American farmers are helping us im- field imaginable—both American and ports that struggle to compete with prove our national security. They are international students. That is a good their global competitors. Our country helping to strengthen our Armed thing. that took on the Herculean task of re- Forces and our entire country every But more and more Americans are no versing the flow of the Chicago River day. They are already helping produce longer able to access those same edu- to protect the city’s drinking water billions of gallons of clean fuel for our cational opportunities. We have priced can no longer muster the resources to cars, our factories, and our military, too many of our own children out of modernize public water systems to pre- and every single one of those gallons the market for those colleges and uni- vent our children from being poisoned brings us closer to energy independ- versities that we have developed to en- by lead. Our country that built the ence. sure our Nation’s workforce remains

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Failing to go to school hungry; it comes from the should be preparing every single one of continue our Nation’s inclusive nature farmer in Illinois waking long before our children to lead our country into weakens our global standing as well as dawn and working long after dusk to the future. the rest of the world begins to look help power and feed our Nation; it Quality primary education should elsewhere for moral leadership. That comes from an immigrant family will- not be a privilege only for the wealthy, would be a failure for us and a weak- ing to put everything on the line to and it should not depend on rolling the ening of our Nation that I will fight to give their kids a chance at a better life dice on receiving a voucher. In the prevent. than their own; it comes from the hard greatest and wealthiest Nation in the Of course, I also know how much our work and compassion, the sacrifice world, a quality education should be a military has contributed to our Na- that Americans serving in our country right for every single American child. tion’s greatness throughout our his- in and out of the military demonstrate Our Nation’s promise of opportunity tory. We must do a better job of recog- every single day. should be a reality for every child in nizing these contributions, not just by We can all do a better job of remem- America, not just for those whose par- purchasing equipment and technology, bering the shared values that have ents can afford it. We already have though what our skilled workforce has helped to build this Nation, but I want some of the world’s greatest teachers, done is the envy of the world, but also to make one thing clear: America is al- the brightest students, and the best fa- by ensuring that we recognize and re- ready great. We shouldn’t let anyone cilities within our own borders. All we spect the sacrifices made by our troops, tell us otherwise. have to do is ensure they have the re- our military families, and our vet- We know we still have a lot of work sources they need to succeed. That erans. Servicemembers embody our to do as a country, but let us not lose means our kids should not have to values of shared sacrifice and persever- sight of the core values that make our worry about going to school hungry or ance, of loyalty and selfless service, improbable Union possible. We are still getting the help they need after school and they each make great sacrifices to the greatest Nation on the face of the or being able to pay for college when protect us. Earth, and if anyone has the capacity they graduate high school. They deserve from their leaders in to overcome the challenges of today, it That is why I focus on commonsense Washington a clear sense of mission is this Nation. It is the American peo- solutions to increase access to edu- and strategy, and they deserve to know ple. cational opportunity, whether by help- we fully support them. So, yes, when I thank my colleagues for joining me ing to lead the charge to make college the drums of war are beating in the today for my maiden speech. more affordable or doing well to ensure Thank you, Mr. President. White House or in Congress, you can The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the education we are providing people bet I am going to be right here on the ator from Illinois. actually helps them find good-paying floor of the Senate, asking tough ques- CONGRATULATING SENATOR DUCKWORTH jobs when they graduate. tions and making sure our leaders in Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I rise to In that vein, I am also disheartened Washington, especially those who have thank my colleague for her first by the recent erosion of civil rights never worn the uniform, truly consider speech. The first speech given on the protections in our Nation. The calls for the true costs of war—not just in dol- bigger walls and closed doors are not floor of the Senate is a memorable oc- lars and cents but in human lives—in casion for not only my colleague but only bad, costly policies, they run the commitments we are making on be- for the staff, friends, and family who counter to our society’s shared value half of the Nation. I will also be here to have followed this amazing story of for inclusion over exclusion. Too many remind my colleagues that we are all TAMMY DUCKWORTH, a U.S. Senator of us seem to forget the immigrant dishonored when any veteran is forced from Illinois. She didn’t disappoint roots within our own families. If we to lay their head down to sleep on the with this first speech. lose sight of our Nation’s founding same streets they defended. We must If there was ever an inspirational principles, as some in Washington end veterans homelessness. When our speech speaking to who we are as a na- would like us to do, we will lose out on troops come home, I will be working to tion and what we can be, she encap- the innovations we have seen from im- see that the veterans receive the care sulated it in her comments on the floor migrants and immigrant families. and support they earned for the sac- of the U.S. Senate. It was an aspira- If we had rejected immigrants years rifices they have made. tional speech, too—a challenge to all of ago, Apple Computers might never Each of these components of our soci- us to do a better job for this Nation, to have been founded by the son of a Syr- ety contribute to what has made our make it stronger and to represent more ian man. I worry that at a time when country great—our military, our val- effectively the people who have sent us we still have so much work to do to ues, our infrastructure, our agri- here to serve them. make our Union more perfect and to culture, our manufacturers, and our She brings a special quality to the provide truly equal rights for all, under world-class educational system. If we service that very few have been able to the current administration we are at fall prey to our fears, to our worst de- bring to the U.S. Senate. I first met risk of backtracking on hard-fought mons, and allow any of these pillars to MAJ TAMMY DUCKWORTH 12 years ago progress made by civil rights leaders fall, we will lose our opportunity to re- when she was my guest at the State of who bled and even died for the rights of main the leader of the world. We can the Union Address just weeks after her all Americans, regardless of race, gen- rebuild the foundation of our Nation’s helicopter had been shot down over der, religion, sexual orientation, in- strength and revamp it for the 21st cen- Iraq. I was amazed by her tenacity, her come or ZIP Code to have the right to tury, but we can’t simply rest on our courage, her good humor. I thought to vote, to have equal protection under past successes and act like our great- myself, this woman has really made the law, to have basic worker protec- ness is guaranteed forever. It isn’t. It history. I think she can even make tions, and for the everyday rights and will take work. more history, and she has, being elect- privileges so many of us take for grant- This is deeply personal for me. I ed to the U.S. House of Representatives ed. We still have so much progress left wouldn’t be here today without the as well as the U.S. Senate, an oppor- to make if we want the American public education that enabled me to tunity that fewer than 2,000 Americans dream to be accessible to all Ameri- serve in our military for more than two have had in our Nation’s history. cans—equal pay for equal work, a decades and allowed me to give back to I think back on what she brings to criminal justice system that truly pro- my Nation, both in and out of uniform. the Senate, and it is something that is vides justice for all, nationwide leave Our Nation would not be as strong as special and extraordinary. To come to policies that enable anyone to take it is today without the millions of indi- this Senate after her service in the time to care for a sick family member viduals who sacrificed to build it. Our military is to follow in the path of Sen- or to start a family, a society that is Nation’s strength—what truly makes ator Bob Dole, a disabled veteran from

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:25 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G25AP6.021 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2510 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 World War II, who led the Republican years—a full percentage point lower businesses. According to the American side of the aisle; Senator Daniel than the average growth rate over the Action Forum, the Obama administra- Inouye, a personal friend to both Sen- past 50 years. We cannot resign our- tion was responsible for implementing ator DUCKWORTH and me, who served in selves to that. Resigning ourselves to more than 675 major regulations that World War II; Senator Paul Douglas of long-term growth of 1.9 percent would cost the economy more than $800 bil- Illinois, who served as well; Strom mean resigning ourselves to decades of lion. Given those numbers, it is no sur- Thurmond, from South Carolina, a Re- fewer jobs and opportunities, low wage prise that the Obama economy left publican; and more recently, Max growth, and a reduced standard of liv- businesses with few resources to dedi- Cleland, a Vietnam veteran; Bob ing. Fortunately, there are a lot of cate to growing and creating jobs or Kerrey, John Kerry—the list goes on things we can do to get our economy that new business creation seriously and on, the great people who have thriving again and to spur economic dropped off during the Obama adminis- served our Nation in the military and growth. tration. then came to serve in the Senate. A recent report from the Economic Since the new Congress began in Jan- One of the points she made in that Innovation Group identified one impor- uary, Republicans in Congress and the speech was one of the reasons I sup- tant problem with our economy today, President have been focused on repeal- ported her so wholeheartedly. When we and that is a lack of what the EIG calls ing burdensome Obama-era regula- face the most difficult, trying, and economic dynamism. Economic dyna- tions. So far, we have saved individuals challenging votes in a Senate career, mism, as the Economic Innovation and businesses approximately $67 bil- the vote to go to war, having the voice Group defines it, refers to the rate at lion and freed them from 56 million of TAMMY DUCKWORTH on the floor is a which new businesses are born and die. hours of paperwork. Eliminating bur- reminder of the real cost of war and In a dynamic economy, the rate of densome regulations will continue to how we should avoid it at any cost, if new business creation is high and sig- be a priority for both Republicans in we can, and what we are asking our nificantly outstrips the rate of busi- Congress and for the White House. men and women in America to do if we ness death, but that has not been the In addition to removing burdensome send them off to war. She will have case in the United States lately. New regulations, we need to focus on re- more credibility, will have more con- business creation has significantly forming our Tax Code. Our current Tax fidence in her judgment, than virtually dropped over the past several years. Code is strangling businesses, both any colleague on the floor of the U.S. Between 2009 and 2011, business death large and small. Some corporations es- Senate. So she is going to play a spe- outstripped business birth, and while cape with paying very little in taxes, cial role. the numbers have since improved but others end up paying the highest Finally, let me say, in a short period slightly, the recovery has been poor corporate tax rate in the developed of time serving as a U.S. Senator from and far from historical norms. world. Meanwhile, small businesses and the State of Illinois, she has shown The Economic Innovation Group family farms face high tax rates, at that she is not going to be taking it notes that in 2012—which, by the way, times exceeding those paid by large easy. She has covered our State from was the economy’s best year for busi- corporations. one end to the other, most recently ness creation since the recession—it Tax reform needs to address these ob- during the Easter recess, with town still ‘‘fell far short of its worst year stacles to growth. We need to trim our meetings and meetings with all sorts of prior to 2008.’’ This is deeply con- excessive corporate tax rate to make people across our State, leaving a posi- cerning because new businesses have U.S. businesses competitive in the tive impression of her commitment to historically been responsible for a sub- global economy, and we need to reduce public service. stantial part of the job creation in this taxes for small businesses so that we When I saw her and her mom and her country, not to mention a key source do not choke off these sources of little daughter Abigail get on the plane of innovation. When new businesses are growth and innovation. Measures like just the other day, yesterday, to come not being created at a strong rate, allowing new businesses to deduct their out here, I realized it is a family com- workers face a whole host of problems. startup costs and expense more of their mitment which includes all of her fam- ‘‘A less dynamic economy,’’ the Eco- investments in machinery and equip- ily and her husband Bryan. They are nomic Innovation Group notes, ‘‘is one ment would spur new business creation committed to this country, they are likely to feature fewer jobs, lower labor and help small businesses thrive. committed to our great State, and we force participation, slack wage growth, Our goal is to take up tax reform this are fortunate to have her service. and rising inequality—exactly what we year, and I am looking forward to that Mr. President, I congratulate my col- see today.’’ debate. Reforming our Tax Code will go league. Restoring economic dynamism would a long way toward restoring dynamism I yield the floor. go a long way toward boosting eco- to our economy and encouraging I suggest the absence of a quorum. nomic growth and providing new jobs growth, job creation, and better wages. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The and opportunities for American work- There are other growth-boosting clerk will call the roll. ers. One big thing we can do to achieve measures we can take as well, like re- The assistant bill clerk proceeded to this is to relieve the burden of exces- moving unnecessary barriers that re- call the roll. sive government regulations. Obvi- strict access to capital. Both new and Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask ously, some government regulations existing businesses rely on capital to unanimous consent that the order for are important and necessary, but too help them innovate and expand. the quorum call be rescinded. many others are unnecessary and do The last 8 years were discouraging The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. nothing but load businesses with com- years for American workers, but the HOEVEN). Without objection, it is so or- pliance costs and paperwork hours. The stagnation of the Obama years does not dered. more resources businesses spend on have to be the new normal. American THE ECONOMY complying with regulations, the less workers and job creators are as dy- Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, it is no they have available for growth and in- namic and creative as ever; we just surprise that the economy continues to novation. Excessive regulations also need to clear the obstacles from their be one of the top issues on the minds of prevent many new businesses from ever paths. I look forward to working with Americans. The 8 years of the Obama getting off the ground. Small startups my colleagues this year as we make administration were characterized by simply do not have the resources to putting our economy on the path to weak economic growth, a dearth of jobs hire individuals—let alone consultants long-term health and vitality a top pri- and opportunities, and almost non- and lawyers—to do the costly work of ority for the U.S. Senate. existent wage growth. The Obama ad- complying with scores of government I yield the floor. ministration ushered in long-term eco- regulations. I suggest the absence of a quorum. nomic stagnation. Unfortunately, over the past 8 years, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The Congressional Budget Office pre- the Obama administration spent a lot clerk will call the roll. dicts that the economy will grow at a of time on imposing burdensome and The legislative clerk proceeded to rate of just 1.9 percent over the next 30 unnecessary regulations on American call the roll.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:25 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G25AP6.023 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2511 Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I lenges—but whatever the issue, Brian torney General of the United States at ask unanimous consent that the order always rose to the moment. the Justice Department. Rod has for the quorum call be rescinded After the 2014 election, when I be- served the people of Maryland extraor- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without came majority leader, I asked Brian to dinarily well since 2005 as the U.S. at- objection, it is so ordered. leave speechwriting behind and become torney for the District of Maryland. I TRIBUTE TO BRIAN MCGUIRE the chief of staff in my personal office. am pleased to support his nomination, Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, this He agreed, fortunately. He took to his and I hope the Senate will confirm him is one of those days I never look for- new opportunity to serve the people of in very short order. ward to. In my time in the Senate, I Kentucky with similar skill and always I might point out that he received a have had a lot of outstanding chiefs of good humor. favorable recommendation from the staff. It is a pretty impressive group of These days, you would be forgiven for Judiciary Committee by a lopsided men and women who have been in that thinking Brian had spent his formative vote of 19-to-1. position with me over the years—none years in Albany, KY, rather than Al- Rod Rosenstein is the total package. more impressive than the person who, bany, NY. He is an adaptable guy. He He has committed his life to public unfortunately, I have to say goodbye to led my office in pressing the Common- service. Rod graduated from the Whar- today. wealth’s priorities on issues as diverse ton School of the University of Penn- I am here today to pay tribute to as industrial hemp, clean coal tech- sylvania with a B.S. in economics, Brian McGuire, the chief of staff in my nology, and the fight against heroin summa cum laude, in 1986. He earned personal office, who is going to be leav- and opioid abuse. So we can see the his J.D. degree from Harvard Law ing after well over 10 years of service in versatility, from a skilled writer from School in 1989, where he was the editor several different capacities but over New York, of all places, to an effective of the Harvard Law Review. He then the last few years as my personal office advocate for Kentucky and Kentucky’s served as a law clerk to Judge Douglas chief of staff. He is really a uniquely interests. H. Ginsburg of the U.S. Court of Ap- gifted person. He is one of the most Brian will be ably succeeded by an- peals for the District of Columbia Cir- skilled writers I have ever encountered other impressive individual, Phil cuit. After finishing his clerkship in and, in fact, in my career, the most Maxson, a Kentucky native who I know 1990, he became a trial attorney in the skilled writer I ever encountered. But will continue Brian’s legacy of service Public Integrity Section of the Crimi- in addition to that, he is good at a to Kentucky and who will serve with nal Division of the Department of Jus- whole lot of other things, too, as I will similar distinction. tice. He has remained at the Justice subsequently describe in my remarks. Brian McGuire probably never imag- Department for his entire career. As I think back about the chiefs of ined he would find himself here. Like Mr. Rosenstein has devoted his life to staff I have fortunately been lucky me, he grew up dreaming of a career in public service. In Maryland, Rod was enough to have, none has been better the Major Leagues. As he put it, appointed in 2005 by President Bush at so many different things than Brian though, you can either hit the fastball and then held over by President McGuire. I always hate to see these or you can’t. And since neither of us Obama, with the strong support of his talented people go, but we know the could, we ended up here. But Brian is two home State Senators, which in- best way for each of us to operate is to more than just another power hitter; clude myself and the senior Senator at do what is in our own best interests. Of he, like his idol growing up, the Mets’ that time, Senator Barbara Mikulski. course, he has reached the point where Keith Hernandez, is an all-star. Brian Rod has now become the longest serv- he has a big family. There are more lu- is an indispensable utility player who ing U.S. attorney in the country today. crative alternatives out there—maybe can play every position, and I am not I really want to underscore that not as much fun and not as meaningful sure what I would have done without point. I know my colleagues know the as daily life around here but important him. He is also one of the most inter- prerogatives we have when we come to making sure our families are taken esting guys you will meet. Brian has a into office and there is an opening at care of. great sense of humor and a rather infa- the U.S. attorney’s office because of an It is hard to know really where to mous reputation for spot-on impres- election of a President from your own begin with Brian. He came to my office sions. He is probably the only one party where the previous U.S. attorney in 2007. It was a critical time. I had around here who holds Keith Her- was appointed by the other party. In just been elected Senate Republican nandez and Aristotle in similar rev- this case, it was a Republican who ap- leader. We were not in the majority, erence and can reference each with pointed Mr. Rosenstein. President but I had just been elected to this posi- similar ease. Obama came into office, and the senior tion. There was a lot of pressure to get At his core, though, Brian is incred- Senator and junior Senator had the op- things right. ibly grounded. He is all about the portunity to replace that U.S. attor- Obviously, I was setting up a new things that really matter—his Catholic ney, which has been the tradition in staff in the leadership office. I wanted faith, his two beautiful children, Stella the Senate. Senator Mikulski and I had the best I could find. When we set out and Max, and his wonderful wife Ash- no hesitation when asking Mr. Rosen- to hire a speechwriter, I certainly ley. Ashley, I am happy to say, is due stein to remain on as the U.S. attorney wasn’t envisioning an upstate New with their third child next month—just in Maryland. We did that because we Yorker with a master’s in philosophy in time for Mother’s Day. So Brian has knew how valuable he was for law en- and a resume that included stints at a lot to look forward to as he climbs forcement in our State. HUD and the Schenectady Daily Ga- the next mountain. I hope he takes As U.S. attorney for the District of zette. From HUD to the Schenectady some time to look back and reflect on Maryland, Rod has garnered broad bi- Daily Gazette and a guy from Albany, all he has accomplished here in his partisan support from the State and NY—not exactly what I had envisioned, time with us. local law enforcement officials across but that was Brian McGuire, and he Let me say again that Brian our great State as he has tackled prob- quickly proved himself in that role. McGuire, on so many different occa- lems of crime, terrorism, drug traf- That wouldn’t surprise anyone who sions, has made me look so much bet- ficking, gun and gang violence, civil knows Brian. He is, as I said earlier, a ter than I am. I could never thank him rights enforcement, environmental skilled writer. He is bright. He is tal- enough for the enormous contribution crimes, intellectual property fraud, and ented. He is guided by faith and his he made not only to my career but to corruption. I just mentioned a couple family. He is also the consummate pro- Kentucky and to the Nation. So it of those. fessional, going above and beyond each won’t surprise my colleagues to know I I sat down with the U.S. attorney to and every time, no matter what the am going to miss Brian McGuire a lot. talk about gang violence in our State challenge, and we have plenty of them. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- because I had been to Central America As the years went by, there would be ator from Maryland. and I saw the exporting of gang vio- many different challenging situa- Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I rise lence from Central America to Mary- tions—communications challenges, today in support of the nomination of land. The U.S. attorney, Mr. Rosen- policy challenges, political chal- Rod J. Rosenstein to be the Deputy At- stein, and I had a chance to talk about

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With In terms of his pro bono work, Rod also weighed in in support of Mr. a steady hand and superb management, he wrote in his Judiciary Committee ques- Rosenstein’s nomination. Scott has built it into an institution that is uni- versally respected in our state. He has been tionnaire: Shellenberger, the Baltimore County State’s attorney, wrote on behalf of the able to recruit and retain extremely talented My entire legal career has been devoted to Maryland State’s Attorneys’ Associa- attorneys, investigators and staff, and the public service, and much of my work directly office has been effective and successful in benefits disadvantaged persons. In addition tion: carrying out its mission. Rod has been an outstanding partner with to my official duties and public speaking, I I expect Rod to exercise the same have taught without compensation at area every local prosecutor in the State of Mary- law schools, served as a judge at law school land. Whether it is partnering with prosecu- management style as the Deputy At- moot court and mock trial competitions, and tors in the City of Baltimore to stem gun vi- torney General overseeing the dozens counseled other lawyers who have devoted olence, to the prosecution of prison gang cor- of divisions, offices, and agencies at some or all of their career to public service. ruption both in the city and in rural coun- the Department of Justice. He will use He has truly been a model for many ties . . . Rod has always been there for law that same commitment that he used as enforcement. When prosecutors in this State the U.S. attorney for the State of others in public service, a real role ask Rod for assistance, he does not care if model. you are a ‘‘D’’ or an ‘‘R,’’ he has only cared Maryland. Let me share a few examples with my about making this State a safer place. Rod Lastly, let me quote from former colleagues of how State and local offi- makes his decisions based on the law, the Deputy Attorney General James Cole, cials in Maryland have viewed Rod’s evidence, logic and reasons, never allowing who served in President Obama’s ad- work over the past decade. Let me emotion or passion to move him from his ministration under Attorney General begin with the city of Baltimore, which core mission. Holder. I know Mr. Cole well. He was has just entered into a consent decree I have full confidence that Rod will the special counsel during the House with the U.S. Department of Justice to call it like he sees it without regard to ethics investigation of former Speaker reform its police practices after the partisan or political considerations and Newt Gingrich, which committee I was death of Freddie Gray in custody 2 that he will continue to uphold his on. Mr. Cole supports Mr. Rosenstein’s years ago. oath to support and defend the Con- nomination. Mr. Cole writes: Baltimore police commissioner Kevin stitution and laws of the United Rod brings with him the knowledge, skill, Davis wrote: States. experience, and wisdom that is required for I must tell you that I have heard Mr. Rosenstein and the Baltimore Police this job. He also brings an understanding of, Department have collaborated on numerous from State and local officials directly and respect for, the important role the De- large-scale investigations and resulting in- who have worked with Rod on political partment of Justice occupies in our govern- dictments of violent criminal organizations corruption cases and thanked Rod for ment—the need for it to not only enforce the operating in Baltimore City. Under Mr. the manner in which he collaboratively laws, but to also maintain a level of inde- Rosenstein’s leadership, the U.S. Attorney’s worked to root out corruption and mis- pendence that enables it to have credibility Office and its prosecutors operate with the in the eyes of our citizens. Rod will make an conduct by State and local officials in excellent Deputy Attorney General. . . . highest sense of justice and integrity in the Maryland. As you can imagine, State course of these investigations and trials. Even at an earlier age, he exhibited the and local officials do not always wel- sound judgment and careful thought that Commissioner Davis continues: come Federal investigations or pros- was necessary to handle the very sensitive It is undeniable that Baltimore City is a ecutions into their domain, so this public corruption cases that were prosecuted safer place as a result of Mr. Rosenstein’s really speaks volumes about Rod as a by the [Public Integrity Section of the tenure as U.S. Attorney. Through our profes- prosecutor and a person and his ability Criminal Division]. sional collaborations, I have come to know That is Mr. Cole. Mr. Cole was a Mr. Rosenstein on a personal basis as well. to get along and accomplish results. Mr. Rosenstein is a man of utmost character Former Maryland attorney general former Deputy Attorney General, and and intellect. Doug Gansler wrote: he understands this role very well and understands Mr. Rosenstein is uniquely Former State’s attorney for Balti- I have always found [Rod] to be totally by- the-book and completely apolitical. Rod un- qualified to hold this position. more City, Gregg Bernstein, a Demo- derstands the importance of staying out of I want to conclude by urging my col- crat, wrote: the political limelight. The fact that I am a leagues to support Mr. Rosenstein’s Simply stated, Rod was a terrific partner. Democrat who served in elected office for 16 nomination. Even a cursory review of his body of work as years and that Rod was appointed by a Re- I especially thank Rod’s family for the United States Attorney for the District publican President never was mentioned. He of Maryland makes readily apparent that makes decisions for the right reasons and ar- their contribution to public service as Rod was committed to reducing the level of ticulates those reasons with aplomb. . . . well. As we know, we can’t do this violent crime in Baltimore. His commitment Rod is and always has been extremely eth- without a supportive family, and this and effort trickled down to other law en- ical and conscientious, qualities which have service comes at a steep price in terms forcement agencies as well, including the earned him the respect of his peers and col- of time spent doing public service and Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office. leagues. sacrifices made by his family. I thank In Rod, we saw a person who was not inter- As Deputy Attorney General, Rod his wife Lisa and his daughters, Julie ested in personal credit or accolade, but in- stead, one who created an atmosphere of col- Rosenstein would basically serve as the and Allison, for being willing to share laboration that had not been seen in Balti- chief operating officer at the Justice their husband and father with our more for some time. It was much more im- Department and manage the daily op- country. portant to him that everyone was working as erations of the Nation’s largest firm. I urge the Senate to confirm Mr. hard as they could to fight crime in the City The Department of Justice is a sprawl- Rosenstein’s nomination to be the next and the rest of Maryland. ing Cabinet Department with more Deputy Attorney General of the United Mr. Bernstein continues: than 100,000 employees and a $28 billion States at the Justice Department. As a result of his tireless efforts, Rod budget. That is a pretty big under- Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, Rod helped to reduce the homicide rate in Balti- taking. It is good to know that a per- Rosenstein’s nomination to be Deputy more to historically low levels not seen in son of his reputation has shown that he Attorney General comes at a unique decades. He also was responsible for super- will not yield to partisan pressure but moment in history and critical junc- vising a United States Attorney’s Office that do what is right. It is good to know ture for the Department of Justice, as was able to dismantle many of the gangs in that we have that type of person whom well as for this country. It has been 44 Baltimore that were responsible for much of the illegal drug trade and violence that have we can confirm as the Deputy Attorney years since the Senate considered a plagued the City. He has earned the uni- General. That is why it is so important Justice Department nominee who will versal respect and admiration of not only his that we have an effective manager and be in charge of an active criminal in- colleagues in the United States Attorney’s leader. vestigation into a sitting President’s

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This inves- I hope that Mr. Rosenstein will be an terference in our elections and connec- tigation now not only includes Mr. independent check on the excesses of tions with the Trump campaign and ad- Rosenstein’s potential boss, but also this administration, which has already ministration. several others inside the White House. sought to undermine the principle of In just the past 3 weeks, we learned Americans deserve an investigation judicial review. He has served as U.S. that a notable Trump campaign adviser that is independent and inspires public Attorney under both Democratic and was reportedly the subject of a FISA confidence, and that requires appoint- Republican administrations, so I hope warrant. CNN reported that this ad- ment of a special counsel who is free that, as Deputy Attorney General and viser was among those who ‘‘Russian from political influence. This issue is as Acting Attorney General in matters operatives tried to use . . . to infiltrate too important for us to skew for par- relating to the Trump campaign, he the Trump campaign.’’ The AP re- tisan motivations. Country must come will remember that he is not the Presi- ported that Paul Manafort, who before party, and I hope and trust Mr. dent’s attorney, but the people’s attor- worked for free as the Trump campaign Rosenstein will understand that if he is ney. chairman, previously received at least confirmed. Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I yield $1.2 million for consulting work on be- We know that this administration the floor. half of a Ukrainian ally of Russian and this President have already inter- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- President Putin. That is in addition to fered with the House Intelligence Com- ator from Delaware. reports that Mr. Manafort earned $10 mittee’s investigation into Russian ac- THE PRESIDENT’S BUDGET million per year for secret work on be- tivity and connections to the Trump Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I rise half of Vladimir Putin. We learned that campaign. DEVIN NUNES, the chairman today to address President Trump’s President Trump’s first National Secu- of the House Intelligence Committee, proposed budget for fiscal year 2018. My rity Advisor ‘‘failed to list payments recused himself from his own commit- predecessor in this seat, my friend, from Russia-linked entities’’ on his fi- tee’s investigation after what Ryan former Vice President Joe Biden, once nancial disclosure forms. We also Lizza of the New Yorker called a ‘‘co- said to me years ago: Show me your learned that the President’s son-in-law ordinated effort between the Trump budget and I will show you your values. and top adviser failed to disclose meet- Administration and [Chairman] Nunes One of my concerns about the pro- posal we have received—the initial ings with the Russian Ambassador and . . . to manufacture a fake scandal’’ in slimmed-down overview proposal we other officials on his application to ob- order to distract from, as well as ob- have received—is that it suggests val- tain top secret security clearance—just struct, any real investigation. Earlier ues that I think are quite out of line like when the Attorney General pro- this month, President Trump even said with what my home State of Delaware vided false testimony before the Senate that ‘‘it’s not too late’’ to fire FBI Di- would look for me to be doing in this Judiciary Committee in response to rector Comey. This administration body, what I think addresses the real questions from me and Senator cannot be trusted to respect the inde- needs and priorities of the American FRANKEN about his own Russian con- pendence of any investigation, which is people. tacts. why we need an outside special coun- Last month President Trump re- If confirmed, Mr. Rosenstein will as- sel. Whoever assumes the role of Dep- leased an overview of his budget—what sume leadership of the sprawling inves- uty Attorney General in this adminis- is called a skinny budget—and we tigation into Russia’s multifaceted at- tration will face extraordinary tests of haven’t yet received a full and detailed tempts to interfere with our elections, integrity. Mr. Rosenstein has a reputa- budget proposal. Even though what we an investigation that embroils not only tion for integrity that is unusual for have received is just an overview, it in- individuals in the Trump campaign, this administration’s nominees, and I dicates that the cuts President Trump but also those who are now in the hope he is up to the challenge. is proposing will significantly weaken President’s Cabinet and senior officials We already know from the intel- vital domestic programs, often with in the White House. Attorney General ligence community’s public report that the goal of completely eliminating ex- Sessions was forced to recuse himself Russian President Putin waged a isting and valued initiatives. from this investigation after the press multifaceted influence campaign to This chart gives a rough summary of revealed that he had misled the Judici- delegitimize Secretary Clinton and all the different Federal agencies that ary Committee and the American peo- help Donald Trump win the Presidency. would take double-digit hits in order to ple about his connections to Russian Worse, he intended to undermine public be able to pay for the significant $54 officials and agents. There is no ques- faith in our democratic process. This billion increase to defense spending. tion that the Attorney General’s interference did not end on November Targeting only nondefense programs recusal was required—and should have 8th. It is ongoing and, according to the that millions of Americans and Dela- happened on day 1 after assuming of- intelligence community, President wareans rely on ignores commitments fice. Justice Department regulations Putin will continue using cyberattacks made over the last couple of budget cy- required him to recuse himself because and propaganda campaigns to under- cles and years, as Republicans and of the integral role that then-Senator mine our future elections—but there is Democrats have worked together to en- Sessions played in the Trump cam- still much we do not know. sure placing equal priority on defense paign and his continuing contacts with We need a thorough, independent in- and nondefense spending. those directly under investigation. vestigation. President Putin’s goal last Under sequestration, under the Budg- These Department of Justice regula- year was to undermine our democratic et Control Act, we have already made tions protect the impartiality of all institutions—to corrode Americans’ significant cuts to important domestic Justice Department investigations. trust and faith in our government. If programs. After the difficult budgets of The Justice Department’s regula- we do not get to the bottom of Russian the last few years, in my view, we have tions regarding appointment of a spe- interference, he will have been success- already made too many cuts to some of cial counsel are equally significant. ful, and he will no doubt do it again. I the programs that helped build our Na- These regulations direct appointment hope that Mr. Rosenstein will do the tion. of a special counsel when there is ‘‘a right thing and appoint a special coun- To be clear, I am as passionate as conflict of interest for the Department sel to lead a truly independent inves- anyone in this body about supporting or other extraordinary circumstances’’ tigation—one in which all Americans our Armed Forces, particularly when and ‘‘it would be in the public interest can have confidence. they are in harm’s way and particu- to appoint an outside Special Counsel If confirmed, Mr. Rosenstein will face larly as we continue to conduct oper- to assume responsibility for the mat- other critical tests as well, including ations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria.

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The threats we face in this world. ment in both rural areas and urban TIGER Program has supported projects To pay for that $54 billion increase in areas. Take the Department of Agri- like a new regional rail transportation defense by cutting investments in edu- culture, which provides critical support center at the University of Delaware, cation, housing, job training, and more through the Rural Development Pro- taking advantage of the former Chrys- here at home strikes me as the wrong gram. In Delaware, at least, Rural De- ler rail yard, and the significant new set of priorities and the wrong direc- velopment, or RDA, has played a crit- growth we are seeing at the University tion. If anything like these proposed ical role in supporting housing, busi- of Delaware’s STAR campus. This is an Trump budget cuts are enacted, I know nesses, and communities in the rural investment that will have several mul- my home State of Delaware would lose parts of Delmarva—Delaware and tiples that will leverage private sector millions and millions of dollars for val- Maryland. benefits by promoting economic devel- uable and effective Federal programs The Trump budget would also elimi- opment, accessible housing, and multi- that help my constituents each and nate the Rural Business-Cooperative mobile transportation choices in the every day. Trump’s budget proposal Service, or RBS, which promotes eco- area. would cut research and health pro- nomic development in distressed rural Many of my colleagues have similar grams. It would cut job-creating infra- areas. That is a program which has experiences in their States about the structure programs. It would cut supported things like Del Tech auto- impact of the TIGER Grant Program. grants for higher education. It would motive technician training and archi- In the last year, it had a demand near- cut housing and so much more. tectural services for the Seaford His- ly 20 times the available funding. Yet I wish to take a few minutes to focus torical Society, among many other the Trump budget would again elimi- on a few of many proposed budget cuts things. nate all Federal funding to this vital to give a sense of the impact it might Something I am much more familiar transportation infrastructure program have on our livelihood, our security, with and more passionate about is the that creates jobs and helps to leverage and our prosperity at home. Let me Manufacturing Extension Partnership. private sector investment. start with some cuts that would di- Across the State of Delaware, the There are so many other programs on rectly affect our national security, our MEP, as it is known, has helped small the chopping block, it is hard to even safety. and medium manufacturing companies begin to touch on them: Community In my view, the deep cuts made in to be better at taking advantage of Development Block Grants, which I re- the proposed Trump budget would sim- cutting-edge technology, under- lied on in my previous job as county ply make us less safe. For example, the standing how to manage their inven- executive to provide support for low-in- U.S. Coast Guard, which has a station tory, how to invest more wisely in new come and disabled individuals to have in Delaware, would be cut by more capital equipment, and how to grow access to high quality housing; the than $1.3 billion. The Transportation and compete around the world. Security Administration, or TSA, has Since 2000, Delaware’s Manufacturing funds that support things like Meals on just as high a cut. Ironically, even Extension Partnership Program has Wheels, that allow our low-income sen- though these are the very agencies used Federal support to help Delaware iors to age in place rather than having that protect our ports and other points manufacturers increase sales by more to be moved to institutions; and many of entry, Trump proposes cutting their than $120 million, helping create more other programs through the Federal funding so that a southern border wall than 1,600 good-paying jobs and finding Department of Housing that have a can be built for an estimate well above over $100 million in cost savings in positive impact in communities up and $25 billion. This simply makes no Delaware’s small and medium manu- down my State, from Newark and Wil- sense. If you listen to the words of the facturers. These are great impacts for a mington to Dover and Seaford. Coast Guard Commandant, ADM Paul fairly small program. Why that pro- If you take the U.S. Department of Zukunft, he warned that simply focus- gram specifically targeted at helping Agriculture’s rural water and waste- ing all those resources on building a small and medium manufacturing com- water loan and grant programs, these wall along the border with Mexico panies would be a priority for elimi- would be eliminated entirely. These would make our ports and waterways nation is beyond me. programs are critical to ensuring that even more appealing to smugglers and Cuts to other areas that impact re- rural communities can access funds to those who seek to bring illicit drugs or search and energy in our economy also support safe drinking water and sewer to bring people into the United States strike me as unwise and ill-considered. systems. Many communities in South- through unlawful entry. It is not just our economy and national ern Delaware rely on rural water funds That is not all. The Trump budget security; Trump’s budget would also to ensure safe drinking water supplies would make us less safe by depleting threaten our infrastructure, our trans- for the families that live there. As I Federal protection from natural disas- portation, and our housing. have suggested, the list of potential ters, starting with a proposed $600 mil- As a Delawarean and someone who cuts to programs goes on and on. lion cut to FEMA State and local rides Amtrak between Wilmington and Let me move to some impacts on the grants. The budget also proposes re- Washington almost every day we are in environment, briefly. The Chesapeake structuring fees for the National Flood session, I know how important our pas- Bay is one of the world’s largest estu- Insurance Program, which would lead senger rail system is for the Northeast, ary systems, and Delaware is a State to raising rates for homeowners who as well as for connecting the rest of our that borders on the Chesapeake Bay get flood insurance. country. Amtrak’s long-distance routes watershed. Economists insist that My home State of Delaware is the are critically important to the Na- there is nearly $1 trillion worth of eco- lowest mean elevation State in Amer- tion’s economy and to sustaining pas- nomic value to the Chesapeake Bay wa- ica—literally the lowest lying State senger rail as a nationwide Federal tershed, yet the Trump budget cuts and ground zero for sea level rise. service. Yet, as our competitors around nearly half of the funding for the EPA These cuts would have a significant im- the world are investing billions of dol- to allow States to get grants that will pact on homeowners up and down my lars in high-speed rail and in efficient help improve air quality, clean up con- State, those at our seashore and those rail networks that connect whole coun- taminated waste sites, and remove lead in my home community of Wilmington tries, President Trump’s proposal from drinking water. Delaware alone who face steadily rising flood insurance would eliminate all Federal funding for would lose $3 million in these vital ini- premiums. Amtrak’s long-distance routes. tiatives. It is not just our safety, though, that Another effective Federal program There are millions of Americans who would be impacted by the President’s that has made a difference in my home rely on many more programs listed

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Dodd-Frank has I don’t think the President under- banks and credit unions with assets of forced community banks and credit stands that we cannot maintain our less than $10 billion from complying unions to merge, consolidate, or to go status as a global leader with defense with the loan-killing, anti-jobs disaster out of business because of the heavy and military alone. We need to ensure that we commonly refer to as Dodd- hand of regulation and because they that a complementary strength exists Frank. Every reasonable person with a can’t make the loans that they nor- in our development and diplomacy pro- passing knowledge of our banking sys- mally would be able to make. grams, which are less than one-tenth of tem knows the destabilizing effect that Nationwide, we have been losing an average of one community bank or our spending on national defense. Dodd-Frank has had on local econo- mies, community banks, and the Na- credit union a day—every single day— I recently had the opportunity to see since Dodd-Frank was passed because the impact that USAID and our pro- tion’s credit unions. Just last week, President Trump of its costs, which have driven our grams to assist the hungry and needy banks to sell or merge with larger around the world can make in stabi- turned to the problems wrought by Dodd-Frank by signing two Presi- banks. It is so ironic that this forced lizing fragile states and preventing consolidation—forcing our smaller them from becoming failed states. We dential memorandums to take a look at the Orderly Liquidation Authority banks and credit unions to either spent less than one percent of the Fed- merge with or be bought out by larger eral budget on these sorts of programs. and the systemic risk designation proc- ess at the Financial Stability Over- institutions—has caused even greater They provide a critical connection to concentration of assets on the books of parts of the world where a positive un- sight Council. I applaud the President’s efforts in that regard. I believe they even larger and, in some cases, too-big- derstanding of America and our values to-fail banks that Dodd-Frank was sup- would be a good thing. are desperately needed. Reforming this flawed law is crucial to the future suc- posed to do something about. The international affairs budget, My legislation will help 5,785 Amer- cess of the American economy. which includes needed funding for ican credit unions. It will help 5,461 Some of my colleagues were here USAID, the State Department, and community banks in our country sur- when Dodd-Frank was passed in 2010. other related programs, would be cut vive. Specifically, financial institu- As we all know, it was intended to pre- by one-third under the Trump budget— tions with assets of less than $10 bil- vent another 2008-like banking crisis a 29 percent cut to the State Depart- lion—if you are a financial institution by strengthening Federal Government ment alone. and you have less than $10 billion in as- regulation of financial services. But in If history is any indicator, the last 70 sets, you will be exempt completely the process, as so often happens, Con- years show these investments in diplo- from Dodd-Frank, its 2,300 pages and gress actually crippled America’s small macy and development are critical. its 22,000 pages of regulations. We are community banks and credit unions Foreign assistance is not charity. It talking about a lot of banks. that played absolutely no role—none, serves a humanitarian purpose, but it Banks with less than $10 billion in as- zero, nada—in instigating the 2008 also makes us stronger by promoting sets make up 92 percent of our Nation’s meltdown. And that is not just my American values around the world, banks, according to the FDIC. Banks opinion. Our Federal Reserve Chair, Dr. building coalitions that isolate our ad- with less than $10 billion in assets pro- Janet Yellen, appeared before the Sen- versaries, and helping make tens of vide 48 percent of all small business ate Banking Committee earlier this millions less susceptible to terrorism loans, 16 percent of residential mort- year—actually, February 14. When it and to extremism around the world. gages, 44 percent of lending to purchase was my turn to ask her questions, I farmland, 43 percent of lending for This is a false choice between signifi- asked her the following simple ques- cantly increasing our defense spending farm operations, and 35 percent of com- tion: ‘‘What did community banks do mercial real estate loans. If my bill and the need to sustain our invest- wrong in 2008?’’ ments in diplomacy and development. I passes, these institutions will no This was the Chairwoman’s answer: longer have to reduce their products hope my colleagues and constituents ‘‘Well, community banks were not the will take time to think about the many and service offerings in order to divert reason for the financial crisis. It was resources to compliance, to interpreta- different Federal programs that I have larger institutions that took risks and briefly discussed in these remarks tion, and to execution. risks that developed outside the bank- The expertise of our smaller banks about the proposed budget and all the ing system.’’ and credit unions in America in evalu- different ways that these Federal pro- Let me read that first sentence ating risk will no longer be reduced to grams have invested in our quality of again. Chair Yellen: ‘‘Well, community some algorithm—some mathematical life, in our national security, and our banks were not the reason for the fi- exercise. Instead, our institutions will economic prosperity. Many of them are nancial crisis.’’ be able to deliver the desperately need- scheduled for elimination under this I believe she is right. The fact is that ed capital to the customers they know budget. our smaller banks and our credit so well because that is what commu- As I have heard both Republicans and unions are smothering under the nity banks and credit unions do. They Democrats say in press interviews and weight of Dodd-Frank. I will give you take in local deposits, and they make on this floor: No President’s budget is an example of what I am talking about. loans to local borrowers whom they adopted without change. It is my hope The Truth in Lending Act passed by know and whose creditworthiness they that this budget will be set aside and Congress is actually 22 pages long. The can closely monitor because commu- that the folks who represent our States Federal Reserve Act, setting up our nity bankers, as we all know, are rela- here will begin anew the process of Federal Reserve System, is 32 pages tionship bankers. They don’t partici- building an appropriations path for- long. Glass-Steagall, about which we pate in widespread subprime lending. ward that actually protects our coun- heard a great deal, was 37 pages long. They don’t use derivatives to specu- try, protects our livelihood, and in- Dodd-Frank is a breathtaking 2,300 late, and they never did. Most of them vests significantly in sustaining and pages with 22,000 pages of regulations. have fewer than 100 employees. saving the very best of these programs You can stand on the thing and paint The type of regulation they need— that have benefited my home State and the ceiling. and I am not suggesting they don’t my constituents for so very long. That is why so many community need regulation. What I am suggesting With that, I yield the floor. banks no longer exist. Those that have is the type of regulation they need—be- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- managed to survive have seen their cause of the risks our small institu- ator from Louisiana. costs go up, their profits go down, and tions take—is much different than the

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The only question now is years ago, doctors used to bleed their So now there are his committee ap- this: What was the involvement and po- patients with the best of intentions. pointments, which include the Bank- tential collusion and aiding and abet- They stopped doing that because their ing, Appropriations, and Judiciary ting of Americans in that Russian patients died. That is why I suggest Committees, which are tailor-made for cyber attack on this country? In my today that we eliminate Dodd-Frank what he does. As a product of a small view, it was an act of war. We can de- for our smaller institutions. Making town and as someone who as treasurer bate that question. Dodd-Frank applicable to community in our State has been so aware of the What is undebatable is the need for a banks and credit unions is a lot like economic development issues, no one thorough, impartial, vigorous, and ag- using a sledgehammer to go after a would know better than he what a crit- gressive investigation that will give gnat. It is way over the top. ical role small banks play in gener- that information to the American peo- Now, certainly our smaller institu- ating the capital and delivering the ple. It must be an investigation that tions need regulation. Certainly, they capital to a small business that grows can pursue criminal wrongdoing, if it is need regulation to ensure that they are to be a bigger and a bigger and a big proved, and that can prosecute it and stable and secure. Our small institu- business, while along the way employ- ultimately make that investigation tions know that. They know they need ing more folks. transparent to the American people so it. They want it. They welcome it. But So, as we as a nation grapple with they know what actually happened. even after my bill becomes law, com- how to create better-paying jobs, it is I have asked Rod Rosenstein to fol- munity banks are still going to be sub- fitting that Senator KENNEDY would low the precedent that was established ject to a strict regulatory scheme es- begin by speaking directly to how to by Elliot Richardson under cir- tablished by dozens of applicable Fed- create better-paying jobs. I welcome cumstances that were not unlike the eral statutes. I am talking about the him as a colleague. I look forward to ones we encountered here. Banking Secrecy Act, the Electronic working with him for things that The saying is that history almost Fund Transfer Act, the Truth in Lend- would benefit our State, our Nation, never repeats, but it rhymes. What we ing Act, and the Equal Credit Oppor- and the people who live here. have here is a situation that rhymes tunity Act, and I could go on and on. I yield the floor. with the one that Elliot Richardson en- I suggest the absence of a quorum. All of these statutes will still apply countered when he was Attorney Gen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The to our smaller banks and credit unions. eral-designee. He was requested to ap- clerk will call the roll. Our smaller banks and credit unions— The bill clerk proceeded to call the point a special prosecutor as a condi- now exempt, if my bill passes, from roll. tion of his confirmation. He agreed to Dodd-Frank—will still be under the su- Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, I do so in 1973. He appointed Archibald pervision of the Federal Reserve. They ask unanimous consent that the order Cox. That, in turn, led to the Water- will still be under the supervision of for the quorum call be rescinded. gate investigation and, ultimately, it the Comptroller of the Currency. They The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without vindicated the judgment on the part of will still be regulated by the Federal objection, it is so ordered. our Senate Judiciary Committee that Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Na- Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, an independent special prosecutor was tional Credit Union Administration, in less than an hour, we will consider necessary under those circumstances. and even the Department of Justice. the nomination of Rod Rosenstein to My colleague who is presiding, as a America’s smaller lending institu- be Deputy Attorney General of the former State attorney general, knows tions need some relief. What they need United States. well the importance of independence is relief from the destabilizing con- We consider his nomination under and credibility in any judicial role of sequences of Dodd-Frank. The Reform- highly unusual, if not unique, cir- this kind. This Nation now faces a ing Finance for Local Economies Act, cumstances. Only today, there were looming constitutional crisis—again, in my estimation, is a step in that di- revelations from the House Oversight not unlike Watergate, which ulti- rection. I would also like to say, in Committee at a bipartisan conference mately resulted in United States v. closing, that I am pleased that both indicating that General Flynn, for- Nixon before the U.S. Supreme Court, a President Trump and Senate Repub- merly the National Security Advisor, subpoena that had to be enforced by licans are committed, as we are, to may have broken criminal laws by his that special prosecutor against the paving the way for new businesses and concealing payments from Russia—spe- President of the United States. the jobs they create through regu- cifically, from Russia Today—in con- Only Rod Rosenstein can vindicate latory reform as our actions have al- nection with his speaking fees and that important public interest. Only ready proven this year. travel expenses in 2015. He concealed the Deputy Attorney General of the However, I would also like to stress these payments in security clearance United States can appoint a special that helping our community banks and forms submitted in 2016, SF86 forms. prosecutor because the Attorney Gen- credit unions is a bipartisan issue and False statements on such forms are a eral rightly has recused himself. Jeff one that I hope will garner support violation of our criminal laws. His po- Sessions has recused himself because of from many of my colleagues, not only tential criminal liability is a serious his own conversations with Russian of- just on the Republican side of my aisle and important allegation that needs to ficials, which he failed to disclose dur- but by friends on the Democratic side be investigated further. ing testimony to the Judiciary Com- of the aisle. What we know for sure is that the in- mittee. I welcome their support. I look for- vestigation of this allegation and oth- Only the Deputy Attorney General ward to working with my fellow Sen- ers—this very colorful violation of Fed- can perform that vital function, and ators on the Banking Committee to eral criminal law—can be done reli- only a special prosecutor can do what find some commonsense solutions that ably, impartially, and credibly only by is necessary to vindicate the public in- will help grow our local economies. a special prosecutor. That is why I terest through a vigorous investigation I yield the floor. have asked Mr. Rosenstein to commit into any criminal wrongdoing and to The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. that he will appoint a special pros- prosecute lawbreakers. STRANGE). The Senator from Louisiana. ecutor to investigate this allegation as I have confidence that our Intel- CONGRATULATING SENATOR KENNEDY well as others involving the President’s ligence Committee in the Senate will Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I would staff, campaign associates, and staff in impartially and objectively do what- like to acknowledge my experienced connection with Russia’s interference ever it can to uncover the truth. But and talented friend from Louisiana in with our election. even if it succeeds—and there are ob- his maiden speech, speaking about There is no question that the Rus- stacles and challenges to its success—it something that reflects his experience. sians sought to interfere and that they cannot pursue a criminal investigation,

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We will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of sensitive. It may well lead, in an abun- relying on it to protect our Nation’s Russia Today, a propaganda arm of the dance of caution, toward redacting fundamental rights and liberties. The Russian Government. He concealed the rather than disclosing. independence of the judiciary is a sa- amount Russia Today paid him for That is why I have asked Rod Rosen- cred pillar of our democracy, and it speaking fees and travel expenses in stein, as a condition of his becoming must be free of political interference. those security clearance forms he sub- Deputy Attorney General, to commit The other hero of this era, in my mitted in 2016, the SF86. He dined with that he will appoint a special inde- view, will be the press, which has un- Vladimir Putin just 18 months after pendent prosecutor. Call that office covered many of the facts leading to leaving his position leading the De- whatever you wish—special counsel, my conclusion, joined by so many of fense Intelligence Agency. As a retired independent counsel, special pros- my colleagues, that there must be a general, he is prohibited from receipt ecutor. The role is what is significant. special prosecutor. That conclusion is of consulting fees, gifts, travel ex- It is someone who will uncover the not mine alone. It has been joined by penses, honorary or any other kind of wrongdoing and follow the evidence many of my colleagues, 10 of them hav- salary from a foreign government with- and the facts wherever they lead. ing cosigned a letter I wrote in mid- Neither Mr. Rosenstein nor Mr. Ses- out congressional consent. That action February asking for a special pros- sions can do so. Neither Rosenstein nor also is a potentially prosecutable ac- ecutor. Sessions will ever convince the public tion. The independence of our judiciary After the election, General Flynn that they are really pursuing their and of our prosecutors is so critically spoke repeatedly to Russian Ambas- boss, the President of the United important for the trust and credibility sador Kislyak regarding lifting sanc- States, if there is evidence that leads of the American people that the rule of to his culpability. They report to him. tions on Putin, an amazing act of dis- law will prevail and that no official Rod Rosenstein reports to Jeff Ses- loyalty. Misleading Vice President will put himself above the rule of law. sions, and he, in turn, reports to the PENCE and the American public on the That is the threat and the constitu- President of the United States. That is nature of these secret discussions, he tional crisis that we potentially face. why the appearance and the reality of demonstrated a lack of candor and Two high-ranking administration of- credibility inconsistent with the role of independence is so critically impor- ficials have been caught misrepre- tant, and that is why only a special National Security Advisor, and there- senting their ties with Russia. One of prosecutor can pursue that interest. fore he was compelled to resign. them is, in fact, the Attorney General, If we were in normal times, Rod The President also selected Carter Rosenstein would be an eminently ac- Jeff Sessions, who did so before the Ju- Page to serve during the campaign on ceptable nominee, and I would welcome diciary Committee, under oath. his foreign policy advisory committee. Mr. Rosenstein has said that he his nomination without attaching any He is the same individual we have wants to be approved by the Senate be- kind of request or condition. He is cer- learned who was under investigation fore he decides whether to appoint a tainly an honorable public servant. He for his contacts with Russian agents. special prosecutor, but that delay will is a career prosecutor. I admire his The President’s campaign manager, mean that a man who was hired and dedication and commitment to public Paul Manafort, worked for years on a can be fired by President Trump will service. As U.S. attorney for Maryland, disinformation campaign to benefit the he certainly has an admirable record. decide whether the Trump administra- Putin government and was paid mil- He is, in some senses, what we value in tion will face a thorough and complete lions of dollars to do so. The Presi- the Department of Justice—someone investigation. This body has a duty to dent’s son-in-law Jared Kushner held who is committed to the rule of law. insist on it before his confirmation. We an undisclosed meeting with both the That is why I have been surprised and must seize this opportunity to assure Russian Ambassador and also execu- disappointed that he has failed to heed accountability to the American people tives from a Russian bank, EDB, a my request. and make sure also about their con- bank built by Putin’s cronies. The Whatever happens today, I want to fidence in our electoral system. While President himself has sold real estate ensure my colleagues and, most espe- Mr. Rosenstein has claimed he needs to to Russian investors seeking to profit cially, him and the loyal and dedicated be in office to familiarize himself with from their corrupt activities in Russia members of the Department of Justice the facts of an investigation into the or, as his son, Donald Trump, put it, that I will support his work in his ca- Trump administration before he can ‘‘We see a lot of money pouring in from pacity as Deputy Attorney General, if commit to appointing a special pros- Russia.’’ he is confirmed today, because the pro- ecutor, the row of facts are all a mat- The administration’s supposed at- fessionalism of the Department of Jus- ter of public record now. tempts to investigate itself have pro- tice is of preeminent interest for me We know Russia interfered in the 2016 duced mixed signals and clear conflicts personally, having served as a U.S. at- election. We know the FBI is inves- of interest such as House Intelligence torney and also as attorney general of tigating Trump administration Chair DEVIN NUNES’s ill-fated trip to my State, but it is also vitally impor- lawbreaking associated with that in- the White House to discuss his com- tant to the American people. terference. That investigation has been mittee findings. We must consider his nomination in confirmed by the Director of the FBI The robust congressional oversight the light of the looming constitutional himself. We know Attorney General hearings that we all hope will happen crisis that our Nation confronts. It is a Jeff Sessions met with officials of Rus- are certainly essential, but only the crisis partly of the administration’s sia’s Government, and yet he said Department of Justice can analyze making by its attacks on the judiciary, under oath that he did not meet with these facts and information which are calling a member of the bench a ‘‘so- those Russians. That is more than only the tip of the iceberg—analyze it, called judge,’’ saying to the American ample information to justify appoint- digest it, determine its relevance to a people that a circuit court of appeals ing a special prosecutor, but there is criminal investigation and to a pros- will be responsible for any violence much more, including actions by Car- ecution, pursuit of a violation of law that may occur as a result of its ruling ter Page, Paul Manafort, Roger Stone. and charges. The FBI can investigate, on the constitutionality of Executive These kinds of abundant facts are but it cannot bring charges. Only a orders related to immigration, demean- known now and warrant this action lawyer from the Department of Justice ing and disparaging a judge because of and also more than justify this body can do so, and only a special prosecutor his ethnic heritage—a judge born, in insisting that he commit to appointing can make that judgment independently fact, in Indiana. that special prosecutor. and impartially without having to

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The provision stipu- nation in just a short time because of Barrasso Grassley Peters lates that, in the Senate, the notifica- his failure to commit to a special pros- Bennet Hassan Portman Blunt Hatch tion of proposed sales shall be sent to ecutor. I have no illusions about con- Reed Boozman Heinrich Risch the chairman of the Senate Foreign vincing my colleagues about joining Brown Heitkamp Roberts Relations Committee. me to vote on cloture with a degree of Burr Heller Rounds In keeping with the committee’s in- Cantwell Hirono Rubio realism about the views of this body on Capito Hoeven tention to see that relevant informa- Sanders his nomination, but I hope he will heed Cardin Inhofe tion is available to the full Senate, I Carper Isakson Sasse the example of Mr. Richardson in 1973 Schatz ask unanimous consent to have printed and also of Jim Comey, who at one Casey Johnson in the RECORD the notifications which Cassidy Kaine Schumer point also resorted to a special pros- Cochran Kennedy Scott have been received. If the cover letter ecutor to investigate a controversial Collins King Shaheen references a classified annex, then such matter that arose during President Coons Klobuchar Shelby annex is available to all Senators in Corker Lankford Stabenow George Bush’s administration. Cornyn Leahy Strange the office of the Foreign Relations There is clear, unmistakable, bipar- Cotton Lee Sullivan Committee, Room SD–423. tisan precedent for a special prosecutor Crapo Manchin Tester There being no objection, the mate- under these circumstances. There is Cruz Markey Thune rial was ordered to be printed in the Daines McCain not only precedent, there is historical Tillis RECORD, as follows: Donnelly McCaskill Toomey imperative. At the root of this con- Duckworth McConnell Udall DEFENSE SECURITY stitutional crisis is a concern for the Durbin Menendez Van Hollen COOPERATION AGENCY, Enzi Merkley Warner Arlington, VA. rule of law, for preserving the public’s Ernst Moran Whitehouse Hon. BOB CORKER, faith and trust and respect for our jus- Feinstein Murkowski Wicker tice system. It is at the foundation of Fischer Murphy Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, Wyden U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. what we do when we vote. When we Flake Murray Franken Nelson Young DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- make laws, we presume they will be porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of rigorously and fairly enforced without NAYS—6 the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, fear or favor, and that no official, not Blumenthal Cortez Masto Harris we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. even the President of the United Booker Gillibrand Warren 17–18, concerning the Air Force’s proposed States, will be placed above the law. The nomination was confirmed. Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to Canada That is the lesson of Watergate, but it The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under for defense articles and services estimated to cost $195 million. After this letter is deliv- is also the lesson established through- the previous order, the President will be immediately notified of the Senate’s ered to your office, we plan to issue a news out our history, going back to the release to notify the public of this proposed Founders and the preeminent role action. sale. played by our U.S. Supreme Court. f Sincerely, I will support Mr. Rosenstein in his EXECUTIVE CALENDER GREG KAUSNER, efforts to pursue the truth and pursue (For J.W. Rixey, Vice Admiral, justice, as I believe he must do, and I The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- USN, Director). hope he will do because the credibility ate will resume consideration of the Enclosures. the of the Department of Justice and following nomination, which the clerk TRANSMITTAL NO. 17–18 our justice system is so much at stake. will report. Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of I urge my colleagues to vote against The senior assistant legislative clerk Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended his nomination, as I will do, but I also read the nomination of R. Alexander Acosta, of Florida, to be Secretary of (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of pledge my support for him and the Canada. loyal, dedicated, hardworking members Labor. Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I sug- (ii) Total Estimated Value: of the Department of Justice if he is Major Defense Equipment* $ 0 million. gest the absence of a quorum. confirmed. Other $195 million. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Thank you, Mr. President. I yield the Total $195 million. clerk will call the roll. (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- floor. The assistant bill clerk proceeded to tities of Articles or Services under Consider- I suggest the absence of a quorum. call the roll. ation for Purchase: The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None. clerk will call the roll. Non-MDE: Non-MDE items and services unanimous consent that the order for The senior assistant legislative clerk under consideration for sale are follow-on the quorum call be rescinded. proceeded to call the roll. support for five (5) CC177 aircraft (Canada’s The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. designator for the C–17), including con- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I RUBIO). Without objection, it is so or- tractor logistics support (CLS) provided ask unanimous consent that the order dered. through the Globemaster III Integrated for the quorum call be rescinded. Sustainment Program (GISP), in-country f The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. field services support, alternate mission JOHNSON). Without objection, it is so LEGISLATIVE SESSION equipment, major modification and retrofit, ordered. software support, aircraft maintenance and Under the previous order, all time is technical support, support equipment, per- expired. MORNING BUSINESS sonnel training and training equipment, ad- The question is, Will the Senate ad- Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask ditional spare and repair parts, publications vise and consent to the Rosenstein and technical documentation, and other U.S. unanimous consent that the Senate be Government and contractor engineering, lo- nomination? in a period of morning business, with gistics and program support. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Senators permitted to speak therein (iv) Military Department: Air Force (QCR). ask for the yeas and nays. for up to 10 minutes each. (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: CN–D– The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without QZZ—$1.3B—15 Nov 06. sufficient second? objection, it is so ordered. (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- There appears to be a sufficient sec- fered. or Agreed to be Paid: None. f (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained ond. ARMS SALES NOTIFICATION in the Defense Article or Defense Services The clerk will call the roll. Proposed to be Sold,: None. The senior assistant legislative clerk Mr. CORKER. Mr. President, section (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: called the roll. 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act April 19, 2017.

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RIXEY, Generator sets; body armor, helmets, and The Government of Canada has requested a Vice Admiral, USN, Director. other Organization Clothing and Individual possible sale of follow-on support for five (5) Enclosures: Equipment (OCIE); small arms and associ- CC177 aircraft (Canada’s designator for the TRANSMITTAL NO. 17–10 ated accessories including tripods, cleaning C–17), including contractor logistics support kits, magazines, and mounts; mortar sys- (CLS) provided through the Globemaster III Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of tems and associated equipment; Chemical, Integrated Sustainment Program (GISP), in- Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explo- country field services support, aircraft main- Arms Export Control Act, as amended sive (CBRNE) detection and protective tenance and technical support, support (i) Prospective Purchaser, Government of equipment; dismounted and mounted radio equipment, alternate mission equipment, Iraq. systems; commercial navigation equipment software support, spares, personnel training (ii) Total Estimated Value: including compasses, binoculars, and and training equipment, U.S. Government Major Defense Equipment * $40.6 million. Geospatial Position System (GPS) limited to and contractor engineering and logistics sup- Other $255.0 million. the Standard Positioning System (SPS); port services, publications and technical doc- Total $295.6 million. M1142 HMMWVs; medical equipment; Mine umentation, and major modification and ret- (iii) Description and Qantity or Quantities Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles rofit kits support. The total estimated pro- of Articles or Services under Consideration (MRAP); cargo and transportation equip- gram cost is $195 million. for Purchase: ment, including light tactical vehicles, me- This proposed sale will contribute to the Major Defense Equipment (MDE): dium tactical vehicles, water trucks, fuel foreign policy and national security objec- Four thousand four hundred (4,400) M16A4 trucks, and ambulances; (36) refurbished tives of the United States by sustaining the Rifles. M119A2 105mm howitzers; spare parts, train- military capabilities of Canada, a NATO ally Forty-six (46) M2 50 Caliber Machine Guns. ing and associated equipment related to the that has been, and continues to be, an impor- One hundred eighty-six (186) M240B Ma- mentioned vehicles and artillery systems. tant force for ensuring political stability and chine Guns. This proposed sale will contribute to the economic progress in the world, including Thirty-six (36) M1151 High Mobility Multi- foreign policy and national security objec- through its involvement in military, peace- purpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs). tives of the United States, by supporting keeping, and humanitarian operations. The Seventy-seven (77) M1151 up-armored Iraq’s capacity to degrade and defeat the Is- sustainment of Canada’s C–17s will ensure HMMWVs. lamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). the country’s continued capability to rapidly Non-MDE: All necessary equipment and ac- Iraq will have no difficulty absorbing this deploy its forces, as well as the continued cessories to outfit two Peshmerga Regional equipment into its armed forces. interoperability between the U.S. and Cana- Brigades and two support artillery battal- The proposed sale of this equipment and dian Air Forces’ C–17s. ions, to include twelve (12) 3 kilowatt tac- support will not alter the basic military bal- The proposed sale of defense articles and tical quiet generator sets, body armor, hel- ance in the region. services is required to maintain the oper- mets, and other Organization Clothing and There are a number of contractors involved ational readiness of the Royal Canadian Air Individual Equipment (OCIE); small arms in this effort, including but not limited to Force C–17 aircraft. Canada’s current con- and associated accessories including tripods, AM General, Oshkosh Defense, Navistar De- tract supporting its five (5) C–17s will expire cleaning kits, magazines, and mounts; mor- fense, Harris Radio, and Colt Corporation. on 20 September 2017. The Royal Canadian tar systems and associated equipment; There are no known offset agreements pro- Air Force will have no difficulty absorbing Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, posed in connection with this potential sale. this support. and Explosive (CBRNE) detection and pro- Implementation of this proposed sale will The proposed sale of this equipment and tective equipment; dismounted and mounted not require the deployment of any additional support will not alter the basic military bal- radio systems; commercial navigation equip- U.S. Government or contractor personnel to ance in the region. ment including compasses, binoculars, and Iraq. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- Sources of supply will award contracts Geospatial Position System (GPS) limited to fense readiness as a result of this proposed when necessary to provide the defense arti- the Standard Positioning System (SPS); sale. cles ordered if items ordered are not avail- M1142 HMMWVs; medical equipment; Mine able from U.S. stock or are considered lead- Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles TRANSMITTAL NO. 17–10 time away. (MRAP); cargo and transportation equip- Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of The prime contractor will involve the fol- ment, including light tactical vehicles, me- Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the lowing contractors: dium tactical vehicles, water trucks, fuel Arms Export Control Act Boeing Company, Long Beach, California. trucks, and ambulances; thirty-six (36) refur- Annex Item No. vii Boeing Company Training Systems, St. bished M119A2 105mm howitzers; RF–7800V (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: Louis, Missouri. Very High Frequency (VHF) dismounted ra- 1. M16A4 Assault Rifle. The M16A4 assault Lockheed Martin Corporation/MFC, Lex- dios; spare parts, training and associated rifle is the fourth generation of the M16 se- ington, Kentucky. equipment related to the mentioned vehicles ries that fires 5.56mm NATO cartridges. The There are no known offsets. Any offset and artillery systems. A4 variant is equipped with a removable car- agreements will be defined in negotiations (iv) Military Department: Army (ADI, rying handle and full length quad Picatinny between the purchaser and the contractor. ADJ). rail for mounting optics and other ancillary Implementation of this proposed sale will (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None. devices. The highest level of information not require the assignment of any additional (vi) Sales Commission, Fee. etc., Paid. Of- that could be disclosed through the sale and U.S. Government or contractor representa- fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. testing of this end-item is UNCLASSIFIED. tives to Canada. There is an on-going foreign (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained 2. M2 Machine Gun. The M2 machine gun is military sales case providing C–17 in the Defense Article or Defense Services an air-cooled belt-fed machine gun that fires sustainment services. There are currently 13 Proposed to be Sold: None. the .50 caliber Browning Machine Gun (BMG) contractors from Boeing in-country pro- (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: cartridge. The highest level of information viding contractor technical services support April 18, 2017. that could be disclosed through the sale and on a continuing basis. * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms testing of this end-item is UNCLASSIFIED. There will be no adverse impact to U.S. de- Export Control Act. 3. M240B Machine Gun. The M240B machine fense readiness as a result of this proposed gun is a belt-fed, gas-operated medium ma- POLICY JUSTIFICATION sale. chine gun firing 7.62×51mm NATO cartridges. Government of Iraq—Equipment for Two The M240B variant is a tripod or vehicle- DEFENSE SECURITY Peshmerga Infantry Brigades and Two mounted configuration. The highest level of COOPERATION AGENCY, Support Artillery Battalions information that could be disclosed through Arlington, VA. The Government of Iraq has requested a the sale and testing of this end-item is UN- Hon. BOB CORKER, possible sale of the equipment necessary to CLASSIFIED. Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, fully outfit two full Peshmerga Regional Bri- 4. M1151 HMMWV. The M1151 is an ex- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. gades of light infantry, as well as the equip- panded capacity armament carrier HMMWV DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- ment necessary to outfit two artillery bat- variant that is armor-ready. Designed as an porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of talions that will ultimately provide support armament carrier, the M1151 provides for the the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, to those regional brigades. These artillery mounting and firing of various weapon sys- we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. battalions and infantry brigades will operate tems that are ring-mounted with a 360 de- 17–10, concerning the Army’s proposed Let- under the Kurdistan Regional Governments gree-arc of fire. The level of information ter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Govern- Ministry of Peshmerga (KRG MOP) with the that could be disclosed through the sale and ment of Iraq for defense articles and services concurrence of the central government. Re- testing of this end-item is UNCLASSIFIED.

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The (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- base construction and services estimated to level of information that could be disclosed fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. cost $319 million. After this letter is deliv- through the sale and testing of this end-item (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained ered to your office, we plan to issue a news is UNCLASSIFIED. in the Defense Article or Defense Services release to notify the public of this proposed 6. RF–7800V Very High Frequency (VHF) Proposed to be Sold: None. sale. (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: Dismounted Radio. The RF–7800V is a multi- Sincerely, April 11, 2017. purpose, exportable radio system that can be * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms J.W. RIXEY, configured for 10W handheld/dismounted, 50W Export Control Act. Vice Admiral, USN, Director. vehicle, or 50W base station use. The system Enclosures. POLICY JUSTIFICATION incorporates 128 and 256 bit Harris propri- TRANSMITTAL NO. 16–80 etary and Advanced Encryption Standard Republic of Iraq—Pilot and Maintenance Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of (AES) encryption and does not utilize SG/ Training Contractor Logistical Support Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the NATO waveforms. The system has an inte- (CLS) for Trainer Aircraft, and Base Sup- Arms Export Control Act, as amended grated GPS receiver which is SPS capable port only. This radio is not used by the U.S. mili- The Government of Iraq has requested a (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of tary and the highest level of information possible sale of pilot training; maintenance Kuwait. that could be disclosed through the sale and training; and contractor logistical services (ii) Total Estimated Value: testing of this end-item is UNCLASSIFIED. support for C–172, C–208, and T–6 aircraft for Major Defense Equipment * $0 million. 7. Tactical Quiet Generator Set. The 3KW up to five (5) years to include contractor air- Other $319 million. Tactical Quiet Generator Set—Mobile Elec- craft modification; repair and spare parts; Total $319 million. tric Power (MEP) 831A (60HZ) is a mobile publications; aircraft ferry; and miscella- (iii) Description and Quantity or electrical generator that runs on JP/Diesel neous parts, along with training base oper- Ouantities of Articles or Services under Con- fuel. These items are no longer in service ation support, base life support, security, sideration for Purchase: with the U.S. military, but are offered as re- construction, and other related elements of Non-MDE: Design, construction, and pro- furbished articles to Foreign Military Sales program support. The estimated total pro- curement of key airfield operations, com- (FMS) customers. The highest level of infor- gram value is $1.06 billion. mand and control, readiness, sustainment, mation that could be disclosed through the The proposed sale will contribute to the and life support facilities for the Al Mubarak sale and testing of this end-item is UNCLAS- foreign policy and national security of the Airbase in Kuwait. The U.S. Army Corps of SIFIED. United States by helping to provide for a sta- Engineers (USACE) will provide project man- 8. All other support and non-MDE equip- ble, sovereign, and democratic Iraq, capable agement, engineering services, technical ment offered on this case carry no tech- of combating terrorism and protecting its support, facility and infrastructure assess- nology transfer concerns. The highest level people and sovereignty. Iraq currently owns ments, surveys, planning, programming, de- of information that could be disclosed twelve (12) C–172, five (5) C–208, and fifteen sign, acquisition, contract administration, through the sale and testing of this end-item (15) T–6 training aircraft. The training pipe- construction management, and other tech- is UNCLASSIFIED. line will allow the Iraqi Air Force to tailor nical services for the construction of facili- 9. All equipment and support listed on this pilot training for several U.S.-origin oper- ties and infrastructure for the airbase. The transmittal are authorized for release and ational aircraft. The C–172s and T–6s are overall project includes, among other fea- export to the Government of Iraq. Iraq’s training platforms for their mobility tures, a main operations center, hangars, and fighter attack fleets. The C–208s are training facilities, barracks, warehouses, DEFENSE SECURITY Iraq’s platform of choice for training its In- support facilities, and other infrastructure COOPERATION AGENCY, telligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance required for a fully functioning airbase. Arlington, VA. (ISR) pilots. (iv) Military Department: U.S. Army Corps Hon. BOB CORKER, The proposed sale of training and support of Engineers (USACE) (HBE). Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, services will improve Iraq’s ability to train (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: N/A. U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. its pilots and maintenance technicians. By (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- training its own pilots and maintenance fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of technicians in-country, Iraq will decrease its (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, overseas training requirements, significantly in the Defense Article or Defense Services we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. reduce its training costs, and will enhance Proposed to be Sold: None. 17–03, concerning the Air Force’s proposed its ability to take over the sustainment of (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Gov- its aircraft. Iraq will have no difficulty ab- April 6, 2017. ernment of the Republic of Iraq for defense sorbing this support. In addition to its pri- * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms articles and services estimated to cost $1.06 mary mission—pilot and maintenance train- Export Control Act. billion. After this letter is delivered to your ing for Iraqi Air Force personnel—this pro- POLICY JUSTIFICATION office, we plan to issue a news release to no- posed sale includes Contractor Logistical Government of Kuwait—Facilities and tify the public of this proposed sale. Support costs for the trainer aircraft, as well Infrastructure Construction Support Service as possible future construction and base op- Sincerely, The Government of Kuwait has requested J.W. RIXEY, eration support costs. The proposed sale of this training and sup- possible sale for the design, construction, Vice Admiral, USN, Director. and procurement of key airfield operations, Enclosures. port will not alter the basic military balance command and control, readiness, TRANSMITTAL NO. 17–03 in the region. The principal contractor is Spartan Col- sustainment, and life support facilities for Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of lege, Tulsa, OK. At this time, there are no the Al Mubarak Airbase in Kuwait. The U.S. Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the known offset agreements proposed in connec- Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will pro- Arms Export Control Act, as amended tion with this potential sale. vide project management, engineering serv- (i) Prospective Purchaser: The Government Implementation of this proposed sale will ices, technical support, facility and infra- of Iraq. require the assignment of approximately structure assessments, surveys, planning, (ii) Total Estimated Value: four U.S. Government representatives and programming, design, acquisition, contract Major Defense Equipment * $0 billion. 50–55 contractor representatives to Iraq. administration, construction management, Other $1.06 billion. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- and other technical services for the con- Total $1.06 billion. fense readiness as a result of this proposed struction of facilities and infrastructure for (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- sale. All training and support listed on this the airbase. The overall project includes, tities of Articles or Services under Consider- transmittal are authorized for release and among other features, a main operations ation for Purchase: export to the Government of Iraq. center, hangars, training facilities, barracks, Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None. warehouses, support facilities, and other in- Non-MDE: Pilot training; maintenance DEFENSE SECURITY frastructure required for a fully functioning training; and contractor logistical services COOPERATION AGENCY, airbase. The estimated total cost is $319 mil- support for C–172, C–208, and T–6 aircraft for Arlington, VA. lion. up to five (5) years to include contractor air- Hon. BOB CORKER, The proposed sale will contribute to the craft modification; repair and spare parts; Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, foreign policy and national security of the publications; aircraft ferry; and miscella- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. United States by supporting the infrastruc- neous parts, along with training base oper- DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- ture needs of a friendly country which has ation support, base life support, security, porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of been, and continues to be, an important

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:06 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.041 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2521 force for political stability and economic across the country compete for their couldn’t put compost out on the curb progress in the Middle East. State championship title. The journey like they do with their trash and recy- The facilities being constructed are similar of a championship team is not merely a cling, and with that, Garbage to Gar- to other facilities built in the past by USACE in other Middle Eastern countries. story of glory or success, but rather an den was born. Tyler set up a table on These facilities replace existing facilities aggregation of hard work, sportsman- Congress Street during a First Friday and will provide autonomous airbase oper- ship, and persistence. Today I wish to Artwalk, and by the end of the day, 17 ations to the Kuwait Air Force. The new air- extend recognition to a team in Maine Portland residents had signed on to his base will ensure the continued readiness of whose perseverance and teamwork curbside composting service. Today the Kuwait Air Force and allow for the con- have made them a force to be reckoned one in seven Portland households par- tinued education of current and future Ku- with each season. I am proud to high- ticipates in Garbage to Garden. Tyler wait Air Force personnel. The construction of this airbase will enable Kuwait to enhance light the achievements of the Lewiston and his partners have expanded their the operational effectiveness of its military High School Blue Devils competition service to eight other Maine commu- and promote security and stability through- cheerleading team who, on the path to nities and three communities in Massa- out Kuwait. Kuwait will have no difficulty their third consecutive Class A State chusetts. absorbing this additional capability into its title for the sixth time in the last Tyler was able to create a unique and armed forces. seven seasons, have demonstrated a re- effective composting company, and The proposed sale of this infrastructure markable level of drive, ambition, and with more than 8,000 households, and support will not alter the basic military schools, restaurants, and businesses balance in the region. pride towards achieving success. USACE is the principal organization that Lewiston High School’s nationally using their services, they are the most will direct and manage this program. USACE recognized and distinguished competi- successful curbside composting com- will provide services through both in-house tion cheer program has a long history pany in the country. Tyler has created personnel and contract services. The esti- of talent and teamwork symbolic of the a sustainable and local experience. mated number of U.S. Government and con- pride felt for the Blue Devils through- Food scraps are composted by Benson tractor representatives to be assigned to Ku- out the community. As the eighth con- Farms in Gorham, and all food waste wait to implement the provisions of this pro- secutive Class A North/East Regional can be incorporated into Garbage to posed sale will be determined as a result of Garden’s compost, due to the high-heat program definitization. Champions, the cheer team has experi- There are no known offset agreements pro- enced few losses in recent years, but process they use. Garbage to Garden posed in connection with this potential sale. the program and student-athletes see also collects used cooking oil, and There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- each challenging loss as an opportunity Maine Standard Biofuels turns it into fense readiness as a result of this proposed to work harder and be stronger. The biofuel and soap, which is then used to sale. All defense articles and services listed Blue Devils fulfilled that promise and wash the composting buckets. Using in this transmittal are authorized for release more this past season. After a loss in clean composting buckets is a key part and export to the Government of Kuwait. the Kennebec Valley Athletic Con- of Garbage to Garden’s process, elimi- f ference, KVAC, the team responded nating the ‘‘ick factor’’ that turns ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS with an impressive display of discipline many people off from composting. Gar- and grit when they exceeded expecta- bage to Garden even offers free service tions and won the State title with a to those who volunteer for the com- REMEMBERING SHAWN GILBERT score of 95—representative of a nearly pany or for one of their partner organi- ∑ Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, today I seamless routine. zations. Every day, Garbage to Garden wish to honor the life of Shawn Gil- The Lewiston cheer program is much diverts 20 tons of food scraps from bert. Shawn was a prominent member more than a team of exceptional stu- landfills, and over a 3-year period, the of Montana’s Little Shell Tribal com- dent-athletes. These talented and as- average household will divert 1 ton of munity who tragically lost his battle piring young people have contributed food waste from landfills. with cancer this past January. Even in to a cheer dynasty that inspires young Garbage to Garden is a shining exam- his final days, Shawn maintained a athletes and is recognized as a premier ple of what can happen when you have positive attitude, and all who knew program throughout the State. The a little determination, a great idea, him fondly remember the constant pride felt for the program, team mem- and passion to make a difference. Tyler smile on his face. As is the Montana bers, peers, and the Lewiston commu- is an excellent example of a hard-work- way, Shawn loved the great outdoors. nity at large shows the level of dedica- ing Mainer who is making a difference He enjoyed snowmobiling, four-wheel- tion and ambition that has led to so in our State and beyond. I look forward ing, and hunting with his family, as many impressive successes. to following the company’s continued well as reloading his own ammunition I wish to join the city of Lewiston growth and remarkable service to and target practice with his pistols. and the entire Maine community in Maine communities. Thank you, Tyler, Shawn served his people as a member congratulating the Lewiston High for all you have already done for the of the tribal council and dreamt of the School competition cheering team for greater Portland community and our day his nation, Little Shell Nation, their well-earned recognition. The pro- great State of Maine. We are lucky to would be formally recognized. It is our gram has built a legacy of success, in- have people like you working to better duty and my honor to keep that dream stilling core values of hard work, perse- our communities.∑ alive as my colleague, Senator TESTER, verance, and sportsmanship and imbues f and I work to enact into law legisla- all that is significant about participa- NEW JERSEY HIGH SCHOOL tion to do just that. I had the pleasure tion and competition in sport at any ARMED SERVICE ENLISTMENT of meeting Shawn while he was in of- level. For this and so much more, the fice at the Little Shell Tribal head- Blue Devils competition cheer team ∑ Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, quarters. Along with his fellow tribal are true champions.∑ today I wish to honor the following leaders, Shawn presented me with a f New Jersey high school seniors for beautiful beaded bolo tie which sits on their commendable decision to enlist RECOGNIZING GARBAGE TO display in my office. It serves as a in the U.S. Armed Forces: Craig GARDEN daily reminder of the Little Shell peo- Ackerly, Bryan Adame, Aldo Aguayo ple and of Shawn. May God watch over ∑ Mr. KING. Mr. President, today I Flores, Alba Agyao, Dalton Ailtmar, his soul as his light lives on through wish to honor the work of Tyler Frank Janae Albright, Michael Vincent Alva- the memories of his loved ones.∑ and his award-winning company Gar- rez, Michael Luis Alvarez, Jose Alva- f bage to Garden—a curbside composting rez, Juan Alvarez, Alexander Alvarez service that was founded in Portland, Escobar, Andre Ascura, Daniel Ayala, RECOGNIZING THE LEWISTON ME. In August 2012, Tyler Frank was Elijah Baez, Justin Baez, Joseph HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITION living in Portland and wanted to start Barbato, David Batastini, Frederick CHEERLEADING TEAM a compost pile, but didn’t have the Bauer, Sergio Bautista Benitez, ∑ Mr. KING. Mr. President, each year space in his urban surroundings. He Joseluis Bejarano, Alejandro Bejarano high school student-athletes from and his roommates wondered why they Valencia, Nathan Bell, Joseph Bell,

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It Dino Cabrales, Jorge Cabral Gonzalez, Monaco, Carlos Monterrosa, Albert is thanks to their sacrifices that the Ralph Calitre, Brian Callahan, Chris- Montilla, Michael Mourey, Almadelia United States of America remains a topher Campos, Daniel Cano, Reinier Navarro Martinez, Shania Negron, beacon of hope and freedom throughout Carlos, Jose Caro, Rafael Castellanos, Mylique Nelson, Daniel Newkirk-Car- the world. We owe them, along with all Addison Chang, Eric Cho, Dhane penter, Victor Noa, Chelsea Nunez, those who serve our country, a deep Christensen, Anthony Ciarlo, Jack Jacob Nussbaum, Collins Nwekeze, debt of gratitude.∑ Lucas Ochoa, Peter Oliva, Tyler Cipas, Dashonda Clark, Amanda f Clarke, Tyler Cochran, Alexander Oliveira, Zachary Ortega, Kiara Colavito, Liam Collins, Vincent Osbourne Willis, Wesley Osoria, RECOGNIZING DESTINATIONS INN Concina, Dayana Coreas-Alvarez, Kevin Zachary Pacetti, Mariya Pakhomova, ∑ Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, our coun- Cornelio, Ethan Correa, Kevin Cosme, George Panchana, Nicholas Paola, try has been built upon a bedrock of Jonathan Cox, Jeffrey Cox, Nasir Kiana Papaleo, Nathaniel Paras guiding principles which has molded Crank-Williams, Kevin Cubillos, An- Clenista, Piiquline Park, Shweta Patel, the character of many Americans. Hard drew Cumming, Aidan Curran, Douglas Brandon Paul, Jacob Perez, Ashley work, risk-taking, and perseverance Dasilva, Joshua Dechillo, Michael Perezferrer, Charles Phan, Justin Mi- are some of the characteristics that Dehaas, Michael Delcher, Johanny Del- chael Pineda, Aidan Proulx, Cross have helped so many of our Nation’s Orbe, Esvicarla Delossantos, Chris- Quinlan, Nidhi Rakholia, Michelle Ra- citizens achieve the American Dream. topher DeRienzo, Damian Diaz, Diego mirez, Sheehan Ramirez, Adam Continually on the cutting edge of in- Diazrazuri, Thomas Digiovanni, Brett Randazzo, Jackie Remache, Ernesto novation, America’s entrepreneurs Dolgos, Heydi Dominguez, Eric Dough- Reyes, Nicholas Ribeirocarvalho, Evan share an inspiring creative spirit. As erty, Sean Dougherty, Christopher Ridgell, Alido Rivera, Brian Rivera, chairman of the Senate Committee on Dramis, Anna Drew, Santana Duran, Isis Rivera, Jayvon Roberson, Guy Small Business and Entrepreneurship, John Duran, Jared Durante, Miguel Robinson, Peter Robinson, Daniel it is my pleasure to recognize one such Duvergepena, Jesse Efymow, Linwood Roble, Stephan Roche, Viana Rodri- entrepreneur, Larry Fisher, and his guez, Guillermo Rodriguez Zavala, Mickey Evans, Matthew Eggink, Kath- small business, Destinations Inn, as Christopher Rojas, Yandry Romero, erine Espinal, Jacob Fallon, Tyler the Senate Small Business of the Darion Rosario, David Roxas, James Fanz, Joseph Fiduccia, Nicholas Month for April 2017. Fiorelli, Jack Flores, Salatiel Flores, Russell, Kevin Saar, Lau Sage, Vicuna With a lifelong understanding of Saltos, Nicholas Salvucci, Anthony Kimberly Fox, Jacob Franks, Richard business, Mr. Fisher has built many Sanchez, Christopher Sanford, Michael Furmanek, Benito Gabriel, Manuel successful businesses, including the Santangelo, Eddie Santiago, John Gallego, Matthew Galloway, Eddison critically acclaimed Black Swan Inn. Santiago, Giovanni Santos, Nicholas Garcia, Jack Garcia, Giselle Garcia Acquired in 1997, Mr. Fisher trans- Clavijo, Edgar Garcia Gonzalez, Mi- Scanzano, Jacob Schettino, Lisa Schrage, Jason Schultz, Dylan formed the unique 1933 English Tudor chael Garrido, Liam Gavin, Sebastian into a luxury themed suite lodging fa- Geary, Jake Gerber, Andrew Ghaleb, Schweibinz, Paloma Seijas, Kyle Seo, Armani Serrano, Dante Shearin, Ed- cility catering to couples, tourists, and Brian Gilligan, Ryan Goldy, Edward business travelers who are looking for Gomez, Adriana Gomez, Jeremy ward Simo, Gurvir Singh, Jacob Solem, Victor Souza, Terrell Stearns Bailey, a unique experience. Gomez, Matthew Gonzalez, Josue Gon- After the success of the Black Swan Brian Stevens, Brendan Stevenson, zalez, Christian Gonzalez, Carlos Gon- Inn, the Fishers purchased and opened Alaysia Stewart, Dawid Sura, Yerines zalez, Anthony Goodell, Destiny Suriel-Baez, Shane Tambussi, Joseph a sister hotel located in Idaho Falls in Goodridge, Jonathan Gorgonio Rami- Tamimi, Jordan Tanis, Nicholas 2010, the Destinations Inn. The building rez, Robert Gorny, Patrick Grabowski, Tejada, Michael Tesauro, Jailey was built in 1905 and has served as host Julian Guarderas, Christian Guevara, Torres, Fabio Toyos, Brandon to a number of businesses since that Grant Gunnarson, Samantha Harris, Tuberquia, Elvis Tumuxcurruchich, time, including the O.P. Skaggs Gro- Jonathan Hart, Anthony Hernandez, Paul Turnbull, Luke Turner, Jared cery Store and Ferrell’s Clothing. In Henry Hernandez, Travis Hickman, Tymon, Zaria Underwood Madden, Mi- 2006, the Destinations Inn reopened as a Christian Hoffman, Nicholas Hoffman, chael Valdes, Steve Valencia, Mateo premier luxury hotel and began to host Frank Hofmann, Sean Holl, Rose Hol- Valentine, Miranda Vallese, Jessica guests from all over the world. When lywood, Tyler Horner, Ryan Howard, Vanderzyde, Damian Vanriper, Francis the Fishers acquired the building in Brendan Ingino, Kyle Irwin, Zach Vanteeckelenburgh, John Vargas, Mi- 2010, they used their skills in artistry Irwin, Andrew Jones, Miguel Juarez chael Velthaus, Edward Villela, and contracting to transform the hotel Hernandez, Sabrina Jung, Madison Romelson Virtusio, Jeffrey Walsh, into a world-class themed suite lodging Kasza, Brendan Kelly, Bailey Kiefer, Kevin Watts, Jacob Wendt, Camdyn facility. Each of the 14 suites within Kaitlyn Kimble, Shayne King, Cody Williams, Tenzin Woeser, Brandon the Destinations Inn is creatively tai- Kniveton, Thomas Kopec, Benjamin Woodall, James Young, and Drew Zigo. lored to encapsulate an imaginative at- Kwok, Caelb Lamberson, Emma These outstanding individuals will mosphere. Combining their talents and Landsaw, Bryan Laumbach, Corey also be honored at various ‘‘Our Com- vision, Larry and Debbie Fisher have Laurenzi, Justin Lebron, Kevin Lee, munity Salutes’’ recognition events created a business environment where Sandro Lema, Derik Leon, Brandon held throughout New Jersey in May creativity and ideas thrive. The Fish- Lima, Derek Liptak, Alexzander 2017. ers exemplify professionalism and en- Lonky, Ever Lopez, Moises Luna, The future of our Nation remains trepreneurial passion through the suc- Marcus Macalinao, Jastin Macalino, strong because these individuals have cess of the Destinations Inn. Marc Macalino, Joshua MacMillan, decided to step forward and commit Born and raised in Pocatello, ID, Mr. Austin Madden, Liam Madden, Jaelon themselves to the defense of our Nation Fisher has been a mainstay in his com- Magat, Christopher Major, Julio and to uphold the ideals upon which it munity since his early years. Mr. Fish- Maldonado Martinez, Joana Mallari, was founded. Indeed, these New er currently serves on numerous boards Mark Mangravito, Armando Marrero, Jerseyans represent the very best of and committees, including the Poca- Jerwin Martilus, Miguel Martinez, America, and they should rest assured tello Development Authority, Grand Jayr Martinez Reyes, Pedro Martinez that the full support of the U.S. Sen- Teton Council of the Boy Scouts of Tapia, Evan Martinovitch, Anthony ate, as well as the American people, are America, and Portneuf Valley Inter- Mazza, Aubrey McCarrick, Matthew with them in whatever challenges may faith Fellowship. Recognized for his McGee, Caitlin McHorney, Jack McMa- lie ahead. commitment to the community, Mr.

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A communication from the Assist- voted as best lodging property several Armed Services. ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, years by the community, TripAdvisor EC–1273. A communication from the Acting and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, Hall of Fame Award for 5 years of cer- Deputy Secretary, Department of Agri- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- tificates of excellence, and the Commu- culture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the ative to a vacancy in the position of Under nity Black Belt Volunteer Award. Mr. Federal Grain Inspection Service Annual Re- Secretary (Terrorism and Financial Intel- Fisher has dedicated his life to serving port for 2016 and the Uniform Resource Loca- ligence), Department of the Treasury, re- tor (URL) for the report; to the Committee ceived in the Office of the President of the his customers and the community. It is on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Senate on April 7, 2017; to the Committee on my honor to recognize Larry and EC–1274. A communication from the Chief Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Debbie Fisher and the employees of Counsel, Federal Emergency Management EC–1283. A communication from the Assist- Destinations Inn who have done so Agency, Department of Homeland Security, ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, much for their community. You make transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, our State proud, and I look forward to a rule entitled ‘‘Final Flood Elevation Deter- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- watching your continued growth and minations; Panola County, MS, and Incor- ative to a vacancy in the position of Director ∑ porated Areas, et al.’’ (Docket No. FEMA– of the Mint, Department of the Treasury, re- success. 2017–0002) received during adjournment of the ceived during adjournment of the Senate in f Senate in the Office of the President of the the office of the President of the Senate on Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on April 11, 2017; to the Committee on Banking, MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Housing, and Urban Affairs. Messages from the President of the EC–1275. A communication from the Dep- EC–1284. A communication from the Chief United States were communicated to uty Assistant Secretary for Export Adminis- Counsel, Federal Emergency Management the Senate by Ms. Ridgway, one of his tration, Bureau of Industry and Security, Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Commerce, transmitting, pur- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of secretaries. suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ’’Re- a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community f visions to the Unverified List (UVL)’’ Eligibility (Loudon County, VA, et al.)’’ ((44 (RIN0694–AH29) received during adjournment CFR Part 64) (Docket No. FEMA–2016–0002)) EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED of the Senate in the Office of the President received during adjournment of the Senate In executive session the Presiding Of- of the Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Com- in the Office of the President of the Senate ficer laid before the Senate messages mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Bank- from the President of the United fairs. ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. EC–1276. A communication from the Chief EC–1285. A communication from the Chief States submitting sundry nominations Counsel, Federal Emergency Management Counsel, Federal Emergency Management which were referred to the appropriate Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Agency, Department of Homeland Security, committees. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of (The messages received today are a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community printed at the end of the Senate pro- Eligibility (Pierce County, WA, et al.)’’ ((44 Eligibility (Jackson County, MO, et al.)’’ ((44 ceedings.) CFR Part 64) (Docket No. FEMA–2016–0002)) CFR Part 64) (Docket No. FEMA–2016–0002)) received during adjournment of the Senate received during adjournment of the Senate f in the Office of the President of the Senate in the Office of the President of the Senate EXECUTIVE AND OTHER on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Bank- on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Bank- ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. COMMUNICATIONS EC–1277. A communication from the Chief EC–1286. A communication from the Chief The following communications were Counsel, Federal Emergency Management Counsel, Federal Emergency Management laid before the Senate, together with Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Agency, Department of Homeland Security, accompanying papers, reports, and doc- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of uments, and were referred as indicated: a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community Eligibility (Otsego County, NY, et al.)’’ ((44 Eligibility (Davidson County, TN, et al.)’’ EC–1267. A communication from the Dep- CFR Part 64) (Docket No. FEMA–2016–0002)) ((44 CFR Part 64) (Docket No. FEMA–2016– uty Director, Office of Senate Security, received during adjournment of the Senate 0002)) received during adjournment of the transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- in the Office of the President of the Senate Senate in the Office of the President of the ative to the National Defense Authorization on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Bank- Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2011 (OSS–2017– ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. 0369); to the Committee on Armed Services. EC–1278. A communication from the Assist- EC–1287. A communication from the Assist- EC–1268. A joint communication from the ant Director for Legislative Affairs, Con- ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of sumer Financial Protection Bureau, trans- and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, transmitting a re- mitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- quest relative to issuing a travel restriction ‘‘Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s ative to a vacancy in the position of Assist- on senior officials’ travel to Syria for the pe- Office of Minority and Women Inclusion An- ant Secretary (Financial Institutions), De- riod of April 7, 2017, until further notice; to nual Report to Congress’’; to the Committee partment of the Treasury, received during the Committee on Armed Services. on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. adjournment of the Senate in the Office of EC–1269. A communication from the Senior EC–1279. A communication from the Assist- the President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; Official performing the duties of the Under ant to the Board of Governors of the Federal to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Tech- Reserve System, transmitting, pursuant to Urban Affairs. nology, and Logistics), transmitting, pursu- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal EC–1288. A communication from the Acting ant to law, a report relative to Modification Reserve Bank Capital Stock’’ (RIN7100–AE47) Solicitor General, Department of Justice, to Support for Non-Federal Development and received in the Office of the President of the transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- Testing of Material for Chemical Agent De- Senate on April 6, 2017; to the Committee on ative to the Consumer Financial Protection fense; to the Committee on Armed Services. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Bureau’s for-cause removal provision; to the EC–1270. A communication from the Acting EC–1280. A communication from the Assist- Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Secretary of the Navy, transmitting, pursu- ant to the Board of Governors of the Federal Affairs. ant to law, a report relative to the Program Reserve System, transmitting, pursuant to EC–1289. A communication from the Assist- Acquisition Unit Cost (PAUC) and Average law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal ant Director for Legislative Affairs, Con- Procurement Cost (APUC) for the Advanced Reserve Bank Capital Stock’’ (RIN7100–AE47) sumer Financial Protection Bureau, trans- Arresting Gear (AAG) program; to the Com- received in the Office of the President of the mitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled mittee on Armed Services. Senate on April 6, 2017; to the Committee on ‘‘Fair Lending Report of the Consumer Fi- EC–1271. A communication from the Sec- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. nancial Protection Bureau’’; to the Com- retary of Defense, transmitting a report on EC–1281. A communication from the Chief mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- the approved retirement of Lieutenant Gen- Counsel, Federal Emergency Management fairs. eral William J. Bender, United States Air Agency, Department of Homeland Security, EC–1290. A communication from the Sec- Force, and his advancement to the grade of transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of retary of the Treasury, transmitting, pursu- lieutenant general on the retired list; to the a rule entitled ‘‘Final Flood Elevation Deter- ant to law, a six-month periodic report on Committee on Armed Services. minations; Carroll County, MS’’ (Docket No. the national emergency with respect to

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A communication from the Chief to law, a report relative to the export to the ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, of the Publications and Regulations Branch, People’s Republic of China of items not det- and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the rimental to the U.S. space launch industry; transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and ative to a vacancy in the position of General report of a rule entitled ‘‘Proposed Revenue Urban Affairs. Counsel, Department of the Treasury, re- Procedure for Requesting Consent to Change EC–1292. A communication from the Chair- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in a Method of Accounting’’ (Notice 2017–17) re- man, National Credit Union Administration, the Office of the President of the Senate on ceived during adjournment of the Senate in transmitting, pursuant to law, the National April 11, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. the Office of the President of the Senate on Credit Union Administration’s 2016 annual EC–1301. A communication from the Assist- April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. report; to the Committee on Banking, Hous- ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, EC–1310. A communication from the Chief ing , and Urban Affairs. and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, of the Publications and Regulations Branch, EC–1293. A communication from the Wild- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the life Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Service, De- ative to a vacancy in the position of General Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the partment of the Interior, transmitting, pur- Counsel, Department of the Treasury, re- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Notice on Windsor- suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Related Estate, Gift and Generation-Skip- ‘‘Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in the Office of the President of the Senate on ping Transfer Issues’’ (Notice 2017–15) re- Alaska; Harvest Regulations for Migratory April 11, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Birds in Alaska During the 2017 Season’’ EC–1302. A communication from the Assist- the Office of the President of the Senate on (RIN1018–BB71) received during adjournment ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. of the Senate in the Office of the President and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, EC–1311. A communication from the Chief of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to the Com- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, mittee on Environment and Public Works. ative to a vacancy in the position of Sec- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the EC–1294. A communication from the Chief retary of the Treasury, received during ad- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the of the Policy, Performance, and Management journment of the Senate in the Office of the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Announcement and Programs Division, Fish and Wildlife Serv- President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to Report Concerning Advance Pricing Agree- ice, Department of the Interior, transmit- the Committee on Finance. ments’’ (Announcement 2017–03) received ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–1303. A communication from the Assist- during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- titled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, fice of the President of the Senate on April and Plants; Reclassification of the West In- and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, 13, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. dian Manatee From Endangered to Threat- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- EC–1312. A communication from the Chief ened’’ (RIN1018–AY84) received during ad- ative to a vacancy in the position of Chief of the Publications and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the journment of the Senate in the Office of the Counsel, Internal Revenue Service, Depart- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to ment of the Treasury, received during ad- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Relief from Section the Committee on Environment and Public journment of the Senate in the Office of the 4975 of the Internal Revenue Code’’ (An- Works. President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to nouncement 2017–4) received during adjourn- EC–1295. A communication from the Spe- the Committee on Finance. cial Agent in Charge of the Branch of Inves- EC–1304. A communication from the Assist- ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- tigations, Office of Law Enforcement, Fish ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, dent of the Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. and Wildlife Service, transmitting, pursuant and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, EC–1313. A communication from the Chief to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Civil transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, Penalties; 2017 Inflation Adjustments for ative to a vacancy in the position of Mem- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Civil Monetary Penalties’’ (RIN1018–BB97) ber, Internal Revenue Service Oversight Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the received during adjournment of the Senate Board, Department of the Treasury, received report of a rule entitled ‘‘2017 Automobile in the Office of the President of the Senate during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- Price Inflation Adjustment’’ (Rev. Proc. on April 11, 2017; to the Committee on Envi- fice of the President of the Senate on April 2017–29) received during adjournment of the ronment and Public Works. 11, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. Senate in the Office of the President of the EC–1296. A communication from the Chief EC–1305. A communication from the Assist- Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on of the Policy, Performance, and Management ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, Finance. Programs Division, Fish and Wildlife Serv- and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, EC–1314. A communication from the Chief ice, Department of the Interior, transmit- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ative to a vacancy in the position of Mem- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the titled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wildlife ber, Internal Revenue Service Oversight Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the and Plants; Removal of the Scarlet-Chested Board, Department of the Treasury, received report of a rule entitled ‘‘Small Business/Self Parrot and the Turquoise Parrot From the during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- Employed Fast Track Settlement’’ (Rev. Federal List of Endangered and Threatened fice of the President of the Senate on April Proc. 2017–25) received during adjournment of Wildlife’’ (RIN1018–BB29) received during ad- 11, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. the Senate in the Office of the President of journment of the Senate in the Office of the EC–1306. A communication from the Assist- the Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Com- President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, mittee on Finance. the Committee on Environment and Public and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, EC–1315. A communication from the Chief Works. transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, EC–1297. A communication from the Assist- ative to a vacancy in the position of Assist- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, ant Secretary (Financial Markets), Depart- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, ment of the Treasury, received during ad- report of a rule entitled ‘‘March 2017 Supple- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- journment of the Senate in the Office of the ment to Rev. Proc. 2014–64, Implementation ative to a vacancy in the position of Under President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; to of Nonresident Alien Deposit Interest Regu- Secretary (Intelligence Affairs), Department the Committee on Finance. lations’’ (Rev. Proc. 2017–31) received during of the Treasury, received in the Office of the EC–1307. A communication from the Direc- adjournment of the Senate in the Office of President of the Senate on April 6, 2017; to tor, Office of Regulations and Reports Clear- the President of the Senate on April 13, 2017; the Committee on Finance. ance, Social Security Administration, trans- to the Committee on Finance. EC–1298. A communication from the Assist- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule EC–1316. A communication from the Prin- ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, entitled ‘‘Anti-Harassment and Hostile Work cipal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, Environment Case Tracking and Records Political-Military Affairs, Department of transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- System’’ (RIN0960–AH82) received during ad- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, an ad- ative to a vacancy in the position of Deputy journment of the Senate in the Office of the dendum to a certification, of the proposed Secretary, Department of the Treasury, re- President of the Senate on April 14, 2017; to sale or export of defense articles and/or de- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in the Committee on Finance. fense services to a Middle East country the Office of the President of the Senate on EC–1308. A communication from the Chief (OSS–2017–0378); to the Committee on For- April 11, 2017; to the Committee on Finance. of the Publications and Regulations Branch, eign Relations. EC–1299. A communication from the Assist- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the EC–1317. A communication from the Bu- ant General Counsel, General Law, Ethics, Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of and Regulation, Department of the Treasury, report of a rule entitled ‘‘Election by Quali- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, the De- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- fied Small Business to Claim Payroll Tax partment’s annual report concerning mili- ative to a vacancy in the position of General Credit for Increasing Research Activities’’ tary assistance and military exports (OSS–

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.009 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2525 2017–0402); to the Committee on Foreign Re- Accession of Montenegro of March 28, 2017; to grant Education Program)’’ (RIN1810–AA99) lations. the Committee on Foreign Relations. received in the Office of the President pro EC–1318. A communication from the Prin- EC–1330. A communication from the Bu- tempore of the Senate; to the Committee on cipal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Political-Military Affairs, Department of State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- EC–1339. A communication from the Chair- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, an ad- port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- man of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, dendum to a certification, of the proposed port Control Act (DDTC 17–008); to the Com- transmitting, pursuant to law, the Commis- sale or export of defense articles and/or de- mittee on Foreign Relations. sion’s fiscal year 2016 annual report relative fense services to a Middle East country EC–1331. A communication from the Bu- to the Notification and Federal Employee (OSS–2017–0379); to the Committee on For- reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of eign Relations. State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- 2002 (No FEAR Act); to the Committee on EC–1319. A communication from the Prin- port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- Homeland Security and Governmental Af- cipal Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of port Control Act (DDTC 17–017); to the Com- fairs. Political-Military Affairs, Department of mittee on Foreign Relations. EC–1340. A communication from the Direc- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, an ad- EC–1332. A communication from the Bu- tor, Office of the Secretary, Department of dendum to a certification, of the proposed reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting, sale or export of defense articles and/or de- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- pursuant to law, the Department’s fiscal fense services to a Middle East country port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- year 2016 annual report relative to the Noti- (OSS–2017–0380); to the Committee on For- port Control Act (DDTC 17–005); to the Com- fication and Federal Employee Antidiscrimi- eign Relations. mittee on Foreign Relations. nation and Retaliation Act of 2002 (No FEAR EC–1320. A communication from the Acting EC–1333. A communication from the Dep- Act); to the Committee on Homeland Secu- Assistant Attorney General, Office of Legis- uty Assistant Secretary for Program Oper- rity and Governmental Affairs. lative Affairs, Department of Justice, trans- ations, Employee Benefits Security Adminis- EC–1341. A communication from the Acting mitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled tration, Department of Labor, transmitting, Administrator, General Services Administra- ‘‘Report of the Attorney General to the Con- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Ad- gress of the United States on the Adminis- ‘‘Definition of the Term ‘Fiduciary’; Conflict ministration’s fiscal year 2016 report relative tration of the Foreign Agents Registration of Interest Rule—Retirement Investment Ad- to the Notification and Federal Employee Act of 1938, as amended,’’ for the six months vice; Best Interest Contract Exemption (Pro- Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of ending June 30, 2016; to the Committee on hibited Transaction Exemption 2016–01); 2002 (No FEAR Act); to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Class Exemption for Principal Transactions Homeland Security and Governmental Af- EC–1321. A communication from the Office in Certain Assets Between Investment Ad- fairs. EC–1342. A communication from the Chief of Presidential Appointments, Department of vice Fiduciaries and Employee Benefit Plans Judge, Superior Court of the District of Co- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, thirty- and IRAs (Prohibited Transaction Exemp- lumbia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- six (36) reports relative to vacancies in the tion 2016–02); Prohibited Transaction Exemp- port relative to the District of Columbia Department of State, received during ad- tions 75–1, 77–4, 80–83, 84–24 and 86–128’’ Family Court Act; to the Committee on journment of the Senate in the Office of the (RIN1210–AB79) received in the Office of the Homeland Security and Governmental Af- President of the Senate on April 14, 2017; to President of the Senate on April 7, 2017; to fairs. the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, the Committee on Foreign Relations. EC–1343. A communication from the Gen- EC–1322. A communication from the Acting and Pensions. eral Counsel, Privacy and Civil Liberties EC–1334. A communication from the Acting Assistant Attorney General, Office of Legis- Oversight Board, transmitting, pursuant to Secretary of Labor, transmitting, pursuant lative Affairs, Department of Justice, trans- law, the Board’s fiscal year 2016 annual re- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Revi- mitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled port relative to the Notification and Federal sion of FOIA Regulations’’ (RIN1290–AA30) ‘‘Report of the Attorney General to the Con- Employee Antidiscrimination and Retalia- received in the Office of the President of the gress of the United States on the Adminis- tion Act of 2002 (No FEAR Act); to the Com- Senate on April 7, 2017; to the Committee on tration of the Foreign Agents Registration mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- Act of 1938, as amended,’’ for the six months Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. mental Affairs. ending June 30, 2016; to the Committee on EC–1335. A communication from the Regu- EC–1344. A communication from the Acting Foreign Relations. lations Coordinator, Division of Select Chairman, Occupational Safety and Health EC–1323. A communication from the Bu- Agents and Toxins, Centers for Disease Con- Review Commission, transmitting, pursuant reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of trol and Prevention, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Commission’s fiscal year 2016 an- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Posses- nual report relative to the Notification and port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- sion, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and port Control Act (DDTC 16–074); to the Com- Toxins—Addition of Bacillus cereus Biovar Retaliation Act of 2002 (No FEAR Act); to mittee on Foreign Relations. anthracis to the HHS List of Select Agents the Committee on Homeland Security and EC–1324. A communication from the Bu- and Toxins’’ (RIN0920–AA64) received during Governmental Affairs. reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of adjournment of the Senate in the Office of EC–1345. A communication from the Presi- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- the President of the Senate on April 11, 2017; dent, Inter-American Foundation, transmit- port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- to the Committee on Health, Education, ting, pursuant to law, the Foundation’s fis- port Control Act (DDTC 16–137); to the Com- Labor, and Pensions. cal year 2016 annual report relative to the mittee on Foreign Relations. EC–1336. A communication from the Assist- Notification and Federal Employee Anti- EC–1325. A communication from the Bu- ant General Counsel for Regulatory Affairs, discrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, (No FEAR Act); to the Committee on Home- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of land Security and Governmental Affairs. port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- a rule entitled ‘‘Benefits Payable in Termi- EC–1346. A communication from the Sec- port Control Act (DDTC 16–126); to the Com- nated Single-Employer Plans; Interest As- retary of Transportation, transmitting, pur- mittee on Foreign Relations. sumptions for Valuing and Paying Benefits’’ suant to law, the Department’s fiscal year EC–1326. A communication from the Bu- (29 CFR Part 4022) received during adjourn- 2014 and fiscal year 2015 inventories of com- reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- mercial and inherently governmental posi- State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- dent of the Senate on April 13, 2017; to the tions in the Department of Transportation; port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and to the Committee on Homeland Security and port Control Act (DDTC 16–105); to the Com- Pensions. Governmental Affairs. mittee on Foreign Relations. EC–1337. A communication from the Dep- EC–1347. A communication from the Acting EC–1327. A communication from the Bu- uty Assistant General Counsel for the Divi- Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of sion of Regulatory Services, Department of Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- Education, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Commission’s fiscal year 2016 annual re- port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Adjustment of port relative to the Notification and Federal port Control Act (DDTC 16–100); to the Com- Civil Monetary Penalties for Inflation’’ Employee Antidiscrimination and Retalia- mittee on Foreign Relations. (RIN1801–AA16) received during adjournment tion Act of 2002 (No FEAR Act); to the Com- EC–1328. A communication from the Bu- of the Senate in the Office of the President mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- reau of Legislative Affairs, Department of of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the Com- mental Affairs. State, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and EC–1348. A communication from the Spe- port relative to section 36(c) of the Arms Ex- Pensions. cial Counsel, Office of Special Counsel, port Control Act (DDTC 16–080); to the Com- EC–1338. A communication from the Dep- transmitting, pursuant to law, the Office’s mittee on Foreign Relations. uty General Counsel, Office of General Coun- fiscal year 2016 report relative to the Notifi- EC–1329. A communication from the Presi- sel, Department of Education, transmitting, cation and Federal Employee Antidiscrimi- dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled nation and Retaliation Act of 2002 (No FEAR suant to law, a report relative to the Pro- ‘‘Title I—Improving the Academic Achieve- Act); to the Committee on Homeland Secu- tocol to the North Atlantic Treaty on the ment of the Disadvantaged (Subpart C—Mi- rity and Governmental Affairs.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.010 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 EC–1349. A communication from the Acting erans Affairs, transmitting, pursuant to law, mals Incidental to Space Vehicle and Missile Director, Environmental Protection Agency, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘VA Dental In- Launch Operations’’ (RIN0648–BG25) received transmitting, pursuant to law, the Agency’s surance Program’’ (RIN2900–AP91) received during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- fiscal year 2016 annual report relative to the in the Office of the President of the Senate fice of the President of the Senate on April Notification and Federal Employee Anti- on April 7, 2017; to the Committee on Vet- 10, 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, discrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 erans’ Affairs. Science, and Transportation. (No FEAR Act); to the Committee on Home- EC–1360. A communication from the Office EC–1367. A communication from the Assist- land Security and Governmental Affairs. Program Manager, Office of Regulation Pol- ant Secretary, Federal Maritime Commis- EC–1350. A communication from the Acting icy and Management, Department of Vet- sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory erans Affairs, transmitting, pursuant to law, port of a rule entitled ‘‘Amendments to Reg- Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Release of VA ulations Governing Service Contracts and the Commission’s fiscal year 2016 annual re- Records Relating to HIV’’ (RIN2900–AP73) re- NVOCC Service Arrangements’’ (RIN3072– port relative to the Notification and Federal ceived in the Office of the President of the AC53) received in the Office of the President Employee Antidiscrimination and Retalia- Senate on April 6, 2017; to the Committee on of the Senate on April 6, 2017; to the Com- tion Act of 2002 (No FEAR Act); to the Com- Veterans’ Affairs. mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- EC–1361. A communication from the Acting tation. EC–1368. A communication from the Man- mental Affairs. Deputy Administrator, Transportation Secu- EC–1351. A communication from the Direc- rity Administration, Department of Home- agement and Program Analyst, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of tor of Legislative Affairs, Office of the Direc- land Security, transmitting, pursuant to Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to tor of National Intelligence, transmitting, law, a report relative to the Administra- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- pursuant to law, the Office’s fiscal year 2016 tion’s decision to enter into a contract with ness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, annual report relative to the Notification a private security screening company to pro- S.A., Turboshaft Engines’’ ((RIN2120–AA64) vide screening services at Jackson Hole Air- and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination (Docket No. FAA–2016–7850)) received in the port (JAC); to the Committee on Commerce, and Retaliation Act of 2002 (No FEAR Act); Office of the President of the Senate on April to the Committee on Homeland Security and Science, and Transportation. EC–1362. A communication from the Asso- 6, 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, Governmental Affairs. Science, and Transportation. ciate Chief of the Mobility Division, Wireless EC–1352. A communication from the Acting EC–1369. A communication from the Acting Director, Environmental Protection Agency, Telecommunications Bureau, Federal Com- Chief of the Policy and Rules Division, Office transmitting, pursuant to law, the Agency’s munications Commission, transmitting, pur- of Engineering and Technology, Federal fiscal year 2016 annual report relative to the suant to law, the report of a rule entitled Communications Commission, transmitting, Notification and Federal Employee Anti- ‘‘Amendment of the Commission’s Rules pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled discrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 with Regard to the 800 MHz Cellular Radio- ‘‘Amendment of Parts 2, 15, 80, 90, 97, and 101 (No FEAR Act); to the Committee on Home- telephone Service’’ ((WT Docket No. 12–40; of the Commission’s Rules Regarding Imple- land Security and Governmental Affairs. WT Docket No. 10–112; WT Docket No. 16–138; mentation of the Final Acts of the World EC–1353. A communication from the Direc- RM No. 11510; RM No. 11660) (FCC 17–27)) re- Radiocommunication Conference (Geneva, tor, Court Services and Offender Supervision ceived in the Office of the President of the 2012) (WRC–12), Other Allocation Issues, and Agency for the District of Columbia, trans- Senate on April 7, 2017; to the Committee on Related Rule Updates’’ ((ET Doc. No. 15–99) mitting, pursuant to law, the Agency’s fiscal Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (ET Doc. No. 14–14) (FCC 17–33)) received dur- year 2016 annual report relative to the Noti- EC–1363. A communication from the Asso- ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office fication and Federal Employee Antidiscrimi- ciate Chief of the Mobility Division, Wireless of the President of the Senate on April 11, nation and Retaliation Act of 2002 (No FEAR Telecommunications Bureau, Federal Com- 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, Act); to the Committee on Homeland Secu- munications Commission, transmitting, pur- Science, and Transportation. rity and Governmental Affairs. suant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–1370. A communication from the Attor- EC–1354. A communication from the Direc- ‘‘Promoting Technological Solutions to ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- tor, Office of Communications and Legisla- Combat Contraband Wireless Device Use in partment of Transportation, transmitting, tive Affairs, Equal Employment Opportunity Correctional Facilities’’ ((GN Docket No. 13– pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, 111) (FCC 17–25)) received in the Office of the cancy for the position of Maritime Adminis- the Commission’s Annual Sunshine Act Re- President of the Senate on April 7, 2017; to trator, Maritime Administration, Depart- port for 2016; to the Committee on Homeland the Committee on Commerce, Science, and ment of Transportation, received during ad- Security and Governmental Affairs. Transportation. journment of the Senate in the Office of the EC–1355. A communication from the Direc- EC–1364. A communication from the Chief President of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to tor, Office of Legislative Affairs, Office of of Staff, Media Bureau, Federal Communica- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and the Director of National Intelligence, trans- tions Commission, transmitting, pursuant to Transportation. mitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Expanding EC–1371. A communication from the Attor- two (2) vacancies in the Office of the Direc- the Economic and Innovation Opportunities ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- tor of National Intelligence, received during of Spectrum Through Incentive Auctions; partment of Transportation, transmitting, adjournment of the Senate in the Office of Amendment of Parts 73 and 74 of the Com- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- the President of the Senate on April 10, 2017; mission’s Rules to Establish Rules for Dig- cancy for the position of Administrator, Na- to the Select Committee on Intelligence. ital Low Power Television and Television tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra- EC–1356. A communication from the Acting Translator Stations; Channel Sharing by tion, Department of Transportation, received Assistant Attorney General, Office of Legis- Full Power and Class A Stations Outside the during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- lative Affairs, Department of Justice, trans- Broadcast Television Spectrum Incentive fice of the President of the Senate on April mitting, pursuant to law, the Department’s Auction Context’’ ((GN Docket No. 12–268; 18, 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Annual Privacy Report for the period Octo- MB Docket No. 03–185; MB Docket No. 15–137) EC–1372. A communication from the Attor- (FCC 17–29)) received in the Office of the ber 1, 2013 through September 30, 2016; to the ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- Committee on the Judiciary. President of the Senate on April 7, 2017; to partment of Transportation, transmitting, EC–1357. A communication from the Direc- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- tor, Administrative Office of the United Transportation. cancy for the position of Administrator, Fed- EC–1365. A communication from the Dep- States Courts, transmitting, pursuant to eral Railroad Administration, Department of law, the Uniform Resource Locators (URLs) uty Chief, Disability Rights Office, Federal Transportation, received during adjourn- for two reports entitled ‘‘2016 Annual Report Communications Commission, transmitting, ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- of the Director of the Administrative Office pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled dent of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the of the United States Courts’’ and ‘‘Judicial ‘‘Structure and Practices of the Video Relay Committee on Commerce, Science, and Business of the United States Courts’’; to the Service Program; Telecommunications Transportation. Committee on the Judiciary. Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Serv- EC–1373. A communication from the Attor- EC–1358. A communication from the Asso- ices for Individuals with Hearing and Speech ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- ciate General Counsel for General Law, De- Disabilities’’ ((CG Docket No. 10–51 and CG partment of Transportation, transmitting, partment of Homeland Security, transmit- Docket No. 03–123) (FCC 17–26)) received in pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- ting, pursuant to law, two (2) reports relative the Office of the President of the Senate on cancy for the position of Administrator, to vacancies in U.S. Citizenship and Immi- April 7, 2017; to the Committee on Com- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Ad- gration Services, Department of Homeland merce, Science, and Transportation. ministration, Department of Transportation, Security, received during adjournment of the EC–1366. A communication from the Acting received during adjournment of the Senate Senate in the Office of the President of the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regu- in the Office of the President of the Senate Senate on April 13, 2017; to the Committee on latory Programs, Office of Sustainable Fish- on April 18, 2017; to the Committee on Com- the Judiciary. eries, Department of Commerce, transmit- merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–1359. A communication from the Chief ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–1374. A communication from the Attor- of Special Projects, Office of Regulation Pol- titled ‘‘Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- icy and Management, Department of Vet- to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mam- partment of Transportation, transmitting,

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A communication from the Attor- ther Transportation. ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- Resolved, that this application constitutes EC–1375. A communication from the Attor- partment of Transportation, transmitting, a continuing application in accordance with ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- Article V of the United States Constitution partment of Transportation, transmitting, cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary until the legislatures of at least two-thirds pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- of Transportation for Policy, Department of of the several states have made applications cancy for the position of Administrator, Fed- Transportation, received during adjourn- on the same subject; and be it further eral Transit Administration, Department of ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- Resolved, that the Legislative Assembly Transportation, received during adjourn- dent of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the adopts this application expressly subject to ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- Committee on Commerce, Science, and the following reservations, understandings, dent of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the Transportation. and declarations: Committee on Commerce, Science, and EC–1384. A communication from the Attor- 1. An application to the Congress of the Transportation. ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- United States to call an amendment conven- EC–1376. A communication from the Attor- partment of Transportation, transmitting, tion of the states pursuant to Article V of ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- the United States Constitution confers no partment of Transportation, transmitting, cancy for the position of Deputy Secretary, power to Congress other than the power to pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- Department of Transportation, received dur- call such a convention. The power of Con- cancy for the position of Administrator, Fed- ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office gress to exercise this ministerial duty con- eral Motor Carrier Safety Administration, of the President of the Senate on April 18, sists solely of the authority to name a rea- Department of Transportation, received dur- 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, sonable time and place for the initial meet- ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office Science, and Transportation. ing of a convention; 2. Congress shall perform its ministerial of the President of the Senate on April 18, EC–1385. A communication from the Attor- duty of calling an amendment convention of 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- the states only upon the receipt of applica- Science, and Transportation. partment of Transportation, transmitting, tions for an amendment convention for the EC–1377. A communication from the Attor- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- substantially same purpose as this applica- ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- cancy for the position of Secretary of Trans- tion from two-thirds of the legislatures of partment of Transportation, transmitting, portation, received during adjournment of the several states; pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- the Senate in the Office of the President of 3. Congress does not have the power or au- cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the Com- thority to determine any rules for the gov- for Research and Technology, Department of mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- erning of a convention for proposing amend- Transportation, received during adjourn- tation. ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- ments called pursuant to Article V of the f dent of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the United States Constitution. Congress does Committee on Commerce, Science, and PETITIONS AND MEMORIALS not have the power to set the number of del- Transportation. egates to be sent by any state to such a con- EC–1378. A communication from the Attor- The following petition or memorial vention, nor does it have the power to name ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- was laid before the Senate and was re- delegates to such a convention. The power to partment of Transportation, transmitting, ferred or ordered to lie on the table as name delegates remains exclusively within pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- indicated: the authority of the legislatures of the sev- cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary eral states; POM–16. A concurrent resolution adopted 4. By definition, an amendment convention for Governmental Affairs, Department of by the Legislature of the State of North Da- Transportation, received during adjourn- of the states means that states shall vote on kota urging the United States Congress, the basis of one state, one vote; ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- under Article V of the United States Con- dent of the Senate on April 18, 2017; to the 5. A convention for proposing amendments stitution, to call for a constitutional conven- convened pursuant to this application must Committee on Commerce, Science, and tion limited to proposing amendments to the Transportation. be limited to consideration of the topics United States Constitution, which impose specified herein and no other. This applica- EC–1379. A communication from the Attor- fiscal restraints on the federal government, ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- tion is made with the express understanding limit the power and jurisdiction of the fed- that an amendment that in any way seeks to partment of Transportation, transmitting, eral government, and limit the terms of of- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- amend, modify, or repeal any provision of fice for its officials and for members of Con- the Bill of Rights is not authorized for con- cancy for the position of Chief Financial Of- gress; to the Committee on the Judiciary. ficer, Department of Transportation, re- sideration at any stage. This application is ceived during adjournment of the Senate in HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 3006 void ab initio if ever used at any stage to the Office of the President of the Senate on Whereas, the founders of the United States consider any change to any provision of the April 18, 2017; to the Committee on Com- Constitution empowered state legislators to Bill of Rights; merce, Science, and Transportation. be guardians of liberty against excessive use 6. Pursuant to Article V of the United EC–1380. A communication from the Attor- of power by the federal government; and States Constitution, Congress may deter- ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- Whereas, the federal government has cre- mine whether proposed amendments must be partment of Transportation, transmitting, ated a crushing national debt through im- ratified by the legislatures of the several pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- proper and imprudent spending; and states or by special state ratification con- cancy for the position of General Counsel, Whereas, the federal government has ventions. The Legislative Assembly rec- Department of Transportation, received dur- ceased to operate under a proper interpreta- ommends Congress select ratification by the ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office tion of the United States Constitution; and legislatures of the several states; and 7. The Legislative Assembly may provide of the President of the Senate on April 18, Whereas, the federal government has in- further instructions to its delegates and may 2017; to the Committee on Commerce, vaded the legitimate roles of the states recall its delegates at any time for a breach Science, and Transportation. through the manipulative process of federal EC–1381. A communication from the Attor- mandates, most of which are unfunded to a of a duty or a violation of the instructions ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- great extent; and provided; and be it further Resolved, that the Secretary of State for- partment of Transportation, transmitting, Whereas, it is the solemn duty of the ward copies of this resolution to the Presi- pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- states to protect the liberty of our people, dent and Secretary of the Senate and the cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary particularly for the generations to come, by Speaker and Clerk of the House of Rep- for Aviation and International Affairs, De- proposing amendments to the United States resentatives of the Congress, each member of partment of Transportation, received during Constitution through a convention of the the United States Congressional Delegation adjournment of the Senate in the Office of states under Article V for the purpose of re- from North Dakota, and the presiding offi- the President of the Senate on April 18, 2017; straining these and related abuses of power: cers of each house of the legislatures of the to the Committee on Commerce, Science, Now, therefore, be it several states, requesting their cooperation. and Transportation. Resolved by the House of Representatives of EC–1382. A communication from the Attor- North Dakota, the Senate concurring therein: f ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- That the Sixty-fifth Legislative Assembly REPORTS OF COMMITTEES partment of Transportation, transmitting, urges the Congress, under the provisions of pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- Article V of the United States Constitution, The following reports of committees cancy for the position of Assistant Secretary to call a convention of the states limited to were submitted:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.013 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 By Mr. HATCH, from the Committee on Fi- which nominations were received by the Sen- Young, which nominations were received by nance, without amendment: ate and appeared in the Congressional the Senate and appeared in the Congres- S.J. Res. 41. An original joint resolution Record on March 27, 2017. sional Record on April 6, 2017. providing for an exception to the limitation Air Force nominations beginning with Lori Air Force nominations beginning with on the appointment of certain persons as the J. Betters and ending with Lisa S. Shear, Allen Seth Abrams and ending with Thomas United States Trade Representative. which nominations were received by the Sen- Benjamin Williams, which nominations were f ate and appeared in the Congressional received by the Senate and appeared in the Record on March 27, 2017. Congressional Record on April 6, 2017. EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF Air Force nomination of James A. Crider, Air Force nominations beginning with COMMITTEES to be Colonel. Chad A. Bellamy and ending with Andrew L. The following executive reports of Air Force nominations beginning with Jose Thornley, which nominations were received E. Barrera and ending with David H. Zonies, by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- nominations were submitted: which nominations were received by the Sen- sional Record on April 6, 2017. By Mr. MCCAIN for the Committee on ate and appeared in the Congressional Air Force nominations beginning with Armed Services. Record on March 27, 2017. Aimee L. Alviar and ending with David A. Navy nominations beginning with Rear Air Force nominations beginning with Whitehorn, which nominations were received Adm. (lh) Richard A. Brown and ending with Kristin L. Ader and ending with Christopher by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Rear Adm. (lh) John W. Tammen, Jr., which C. Vannatta, which nominations were re- sional Record on April 6, 2017. nominations were received by the Senate and ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Air Force nominations beginning with appeared in the Congressional Record on Congressional Record on March 27, 2017. Willie J. Babor and ending with Maureen March 21, 2017. Air Force nominations beginning with Schellie Wood, which nominations were re- Navy nominations beginning with Capt. Gregg Michael Caggianelli and ending with ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Kevin M. Jones and ending with Capt. Thom- William Scott Wiecher, which nominations Congressional Record on April 6, 2017. as J. Moreau, which nominations were re- were received by the Senate and appeared in Air Force nominations beginning with Hec- ceived by the Senate and appeared in the the Congressional Record on March 27, 2017. tor L. Coloncolon and ending with Kevin L. Congressional Record on March 21, 2017. Air Force nominations beginning with Pat- Lockett, which nominations were received Marine Corps nominations beginning with rick W. Albrecht and ending with Stephen S. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Brig. Gen. David G. Bellon and ending with Yoon, which nominations were received by sional Record on April 6, 2017. Brig. Gen. Patrick J. Hermesmann, which the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Air Force nominations beginning with nominations were received by the Senate and sional Record on March 27, 2017. Beth M. Baykan and ending with William T. appeared in the Congressional Record on Air Force nomination of Stephen N. Luker, Wilson, which nominations were received by March 21, 2017. to be Major. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Marine Corps nominations beginning with Air Force nominations beginning with sional Record on April 6, 2017. Brig. Gen. Edward D. Banta and ending with Tyler J. Banachowski and ending with Air Force nomination of Martin J. Ham- Brig. Gen. Eric M. Smith, which nominations Marita N. Zguri, which nominations were re- ilton, to be Colonel. were received by the Senate and appeared in ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Air Force nominations beginning with Mi- the Congressional Record on March 21, 2017. Congressional Record on March 27, 2017. chael A. Blackburn and ending with Jason S. Marine Corps nomination of Col. Michael Air Force nominations beginning with Joni Wrachford, which nominations were received S. Martin, to be Brigadier General. A. Abbott and ending with Danielle C. Yuen, by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Marine Corps nominations beginning with which nominations were received by the Sen- sional Record on April 6, 2017. Col. James H. Adams III and ending with ate and appeared in the Congressional Army nomination of Scott C. Apling, to be Col. Christian F. Wortman, which nomina- Record on March 27, 2017. Lieutenant Colonel. tions were received by the Senate and ap- Air Force nominations beginning with Mi- Army nomination of Patricia L. George, to peared in the Congressional Record on March chael J. Alfaro and ending with Sara M. Wil- be Colonel. 21, 2017. son, which nominations were received by the Army nomination of Adam J. Points, to be Army nomination of Maj. Gen. Bryan P. Senate and appeared in the Congressional Lieutenant Colonel. Fenton, to be Lieutenant General. Record on March 27, 2017. Army nomination of Larry G. Workman, to Army nomination of Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Air Force nominations beginning with Jes- be Lieutenant Colonel. Williams, to be Lieutenant General. sica L. Abbott and ending with Heath D. Army nomination of Robert J. Dunlap, to Navy nomination of Rear Adm. David H. Wright, which nominations were received by be Lieutenant Colonel. Lewis, to be Vice Admiral. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Wayne O. Dehaney, to Navy nomination of Rear Adm. Mathias W. sional Record on March 27, 2017. be Colonel. Winter, to be Vice Admiral. Air Force nominations beginning with Army nomination of Johnathan T. Navy nomination of Rear Adm. (lh) Steven Corey R. Anderson and ending with Andrew Parchem, to be Colonel. L. Parode, to be Rear Admiral. J. Stoy, which nominations were received by Army nominations beginning with Jacob Navy nomination of Rear Adm. (lh) John the Senate and appeared in the Congres- P. Absalon and ending with G010445, which P. Polowczyk, to be Rear Admiral. sional Record on March 27, 2017. nominations were received by the Senate and Navy nominations beginning with Rear Air Force nominations beginning with Ed- appeared in the Congressional Record on Adm. (lh) Jon A. Hill and ending with Rear ward R. Anderson III and ending with Ramon March 27, 2017. Adm. (lh) Gordon D. Peters, which nomina- Yambo Arias, which nominations were re- Army nominations beginning with Mark P. tions were received by the Senate and ap- ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Adams and ending with G010388, which nomi- peared in the Congressional Record on March Congressional Record on March 27, 2017. nations were received by the Senate and ap- 27, 2017. Air Force nominations beginning with Pat- peared in the Congressional Record on March Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, for the rick M. Albritton and ending with Ray A. 27, 2017. Committee on Armed Services I report Zuniga, which nominations were received by Army nominations beginning with Amir A. Abuakeel and ending with D013352, which favorably the following nomination the Senate and appeared in the Congres- sional Record on April 4, 2017. nominations were received by the Senate and lists which were printed in the RECORDs Air Force nominations beginning with Neil appeared in the Congressional Record on on the dates indicated, and ask unani- R. Copeland and ending with Olivia M. March 27, 2017. mous consent, to save the expense of Vaughan, which nominations were received Army nominations beginning with Vanessa reprinting on the Executive Calendar by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- R. Asmus and ending with D013007, which that these nominations lie at the Sec- sional Record on April 6, 2017. nominations were received by the Senate and retary’s desk for the information of Air Force nomination of Robert P. McCoy, appeared in the Congressional Record on Senators. to be Colonel. March 27, 2017. Air Force nomination of Allen R. Hender- Army nomination of Michael C. Flynn, to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without son, Jr., to be Colonel. be Lieutenant Colonel. objection, it is so ordered. Air Force nomination of George L. Bur- Army nomination of Steve L. Martinelli, Air Force nomination of Raymond C. Jones nett, to be Lieutenant Colonel. to be Colonel. III, to be Major. Air Force nomination of Dion R. Dixon, to Army nominations beginning with Ken- Air Force nomination of Christopher E. be Lieutenant Colonel. neth Ahorrio and ending with Paul W. Zie- Austin, to be Colonel. Air Force nomination of Rebecca A. Lipe, gler III, which nominations were received by Air Force nominations beginning with to be Major. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Robert D. Houghteling and ending with Carl Air Force nomination of Michael N. sional Record on March 27, 2017. H. Spears, Jr., which nominations were re- Tesfay, to be Major. Army nominations beginning with ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Air Force nomination of Megan G. K. Tolulope O. Adeyemi and ending with Congressional Record on March 27, 2017. Steele, to be Major. D013595, which nominations were received by Air Force nominations beginning with Lisa Air Force nominations beginning with the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Ann Banyasz and ending with Julie L. Wible, Ryan W. Abner and ending with Breanca G. sional Record on March 27, 2017.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:06 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.023 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2529 Army nominations beginning with Paul J. Subramanian, which nominations were re- topher T. Hambrick, which nominations E. Auchincloss and ending with D012628, ceived by the Senate and appeared in the were received by the Senate and appeared in which nominations were received by the Sen- Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. the Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. ate and appeared in the Congressional Army nomination of Mark W. Hopkins, to Marine Corps nominations beginning with Record on March 27, 2017. be Lieutenant Colonel. Jeremy T. Flannery and ending with Mark Army nominations beginning with Rachel Army nominations beginning with Thomas L. Oldroyd, which nominations were received A. Acciacca and ending with Lauren E. R. Matelski and ending with Joshua H. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- White, which nominations were received by Walker, which nominations were received by sional Record on April 4, 2017. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Marine Corps nomination of Joseph W. sional Record on March 27, 2017. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Hockett, to be Major. Army nomination of Christopher J. Brown, Army nomination of Mark B. Howell, to be Marine Corps nominations beginning with to be Lieutenant Colonel. Lieutenant Colonel. Francisco D. Amaya and ending with Tyson Army nominations beginning with Daniel Army nomination of Julio ColonGonzalez, E. Peters, which nominations were received B. King and ending with Todd E. Wainman, to be Lieutenant Colonel. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- Army nominations beginning with Jason sional Record on April 4, 2017. ate and appeared in the Congressional N. Bullock and ending with Gerald A. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Record on March 27, 2017. Nunziato, which nominations were received Michael M. Dodd and ending with Robert J. Army nomination of John J. Bottorff, to by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Snoddy, which nominations were received by be Major. sional Record on April 4, 2017. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Eugene L. Thomas III, Army nomination of Jennifer A. McAfee, sional Record on April 4, 2017. to be Major. to be Colonel. Marine Corps nomination of David S. Army nomination of John T. Bleigh, to be Army nomination of Nina R. Copeland, to Gersen, to be Major. Lieutenant Colonel. be Major. Marine Corps nomination of John W. Army nomination of Jeffrey D. Buck, to be Army nomination of Calvin E. Townsend, Glinsky, to be Major. Colonel. to be Major. Marine Corps nomination of Keith A. Ste- Army nomination of Michael W. Army nomination of Scott A. McDonald, to venson, to be Major. Preczewski, to be Major. be Lieutenant Colonel. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Army nominations beginning with Candy Army nomination of Thomas P. Lukins, to Quentin R. Carritt and ending with Eric A. Boparai and ending with Lincoln F. Wil- be Major. Sharpe, which nominations were received by liams, which nominations were received by Army nomination of Scott M. McFarland, the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- to be Colonel. sional Record on April 4, 2017. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Army nomination of Jeffrey A. Miller, to Marine Corps nominations beginning with Army nominations beginning with Charles be Colonel. Anthony P. Green and ending with Michael Army nomination of Joseph M. Kilonzo, to J. Haselby and ending with Jason T. A. Young, which nominations were received be Lieutenant Colonel. Ramspott, which nominations were received by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Brandi A. Schuyler, by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- sional Record on April 4, 2017. to be Lieutenant Colonel. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Marine Corps nomination of Stuart M. Army nomination of Alexander M. Willard, Army nomination of David J. Kaczmarek, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Barker, to be Lieutenant Colonel. to be Major. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Army nomination of Christopher K. Army nomination of Jonathan A. Johnson, to be Major. Richard Canedo and ending with David L. Berthold, to be Major. Ogden, Jr., which nominations were received Army nomination of Preston H. Leonard, Army nominations beginning with James A. Benson and ending with William M. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- to be Major. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Army nomination of Nicole E. Ussery, to Yanek II, which nominations were received by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Marine Corps nomination of John E. Simp- be Lieutenant Colonel. son III, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Army nomination of Michael D. Baker, to sional Record on April 6, 2017. Marine Corps nomination of Sean T. Hays, be Colonel. Army nomination of Crystal J. Smith, to to be Lieutenant Colonel. Army nomination of Bridget V. Kmetz, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Marine Corps nominations beginning with be Colonel. Army nomination of Dana B. Love, to be Luke A. Crouson and ending with Jason C. Army nominations beginning with Vedner Major. Flores, which nominations were received by Bellot and ending with James Robinson, Jr., Army nomination of Douglas A. McKewan, the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- to be Colonel. sional Record on April 4, 2017. ate and appeared in the Congressional Army nomination of David M. Wallace, to Marine Corps nominations beginning with Record on April 4, 2017. be Colonel. Army nominations beginning with Angela Army nomination of Lisa M. Patton, to be Arlington A. Finch, Jr. and ending with L. Funaro and ending with Chad Hackley, Colonel. Kevin M. Tscherch, which nominations were which nominations were received by the Sen- Army nomination of Basil J. Catanzaro, to received by the Senate and appeared in the ate and appeared in the Congressional be Colonel. Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Record on April 4, 2017. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Army nomination of Brian R. Harki, to be Daniel E. Alger, Jr. and ending with Jessica Stephen J. Acosta and ending with Donald R. Colonel. M. Wall, which nominations were received by Wright, which nominations were received by Army nominations beginning with Jona- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- than L. Bouriaque and ending with David A. sional Record on April 4, 2017. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Langer, which nominations were received by Marine Corps nominations beginning with Marine Corps nominations beginning with the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Anis A. Abuzeid and ending with Craig A. Joshua P. Bahr and ending with Janhendrik sional Record on April 4, 2017. Zoellner, which nominations were received C. Zurlippe, which nominations were re- Army nominations beginning with Tim- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- ceived by the Senate and appeared in the othy L. Baer and ending with Gerald R. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. White, which nominations were received by Marine Corps nominations beginning with Marine Corps nominations beginning with the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Daniel W. Annunziata and ending with Leah John T. Brown, Jr. and ending with Julius G. sional Record on April 4, 2017. R. Parrott, which nominations were received Jones, which nominations were received by Army nomination of James V. Crawford, to by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- be Colonel. sional Record on April 4, 2017. sional Record on April 4, 2017. Army nomination of Mohammed S. Aziz, to Marine Corps nomination of James R. Marine Corps nominations beginning with be Major. Reusse, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Eli J. Bressler and ending with James R. Army nomination of Seth C. Lydem, to be Marine Corps nominations beginning with Strand, which nominations were received by Major. Jose M. Acevedo and ending with Francisco the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Christopher C. Ostby, X. Zavala, which nominations were received sional Record on April 4, 2017. to be Colonel. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Marine Corps nominations beginning with Army nomination of Calvin E. Fish, to be sional Record on April 4, 2017. Chadwick W. Ardis and ending with Brad J. Colonel. Marine Corps nominations beginning with Wilde, which nominations were received by Army nomination of Aaron E. Lane, to be Henry Centeno, Jr. and ending with James L. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Major. Shelton, Jr., which nominations were re- sional Record on April 4, 2017. Army nomination of Damien Boffardi, to ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Marine Corps nomination of Duane A. be Lieutenant Colonel. Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. Gumbs, to be Major. Army nomination of Randy D. Dorsey, to Marine Corps nomination of Richard K. Navy nomination of Aaron B. Mayer, to be be Colonel. O’Brien, to be Major. Lieutenant Commander. Army nominations beginning with Ben- Marine Corps nominations beginning with Navy nomination of John J. Kitt, to be jamin R. Smith and ending with Stalin R. Michael J. Allen and ending with Chris- Commander.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.017 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 Navy nominations beginning with Jorge R. the National Global War on Terrorism Me- S. 936. A bill to designate certain National Balares, Jr. and ending with Brandon M. morial as a commemorative work in the Dis- Forest System land and certain public land Zoss, which nominations were received by trict of Columbia, and for other purposes; to under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the the Senate and appeared in the Congres- the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Interior in the States of Idaho, Montana, Or- sional Record on April 4, 2017. sources. egon, Washington, and Wyoming as wilder- Navy nomination of Mary E. Linnell, to be By Mr. LEAHY (for himself and Mr. ness, wild and scenic rivers, wildland recov- Lieutenant Commander. GRASSLEY): ery areas, and biological connecting cor- Navy nominations beginning with Spencer S. 927. A bill to allow acceleration certifi- ridors, and for other purposes; to the Com- M. Burk and ending with Brianna S. cates awarded under the Patents for Human- mittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Whittemore, which nominations were re- ity Program to be transferable; to the Com- By Mr. CASEY (for himself, Mr. BLUNT, ceived by the Senate and appeared in the mittee on the Judiciary. Mrs. GILLIBRAND, Mr. INHOFE, Mr. Congressional Record on April 4, 2017. By Mrs. MURRAY (for herself, Mr. MARKEY, Mr. ROUNDS, and Ms. KLO- Navy nominations beginning with Kirk J. BOOKER, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. BUCHAR): Hippensteel and ending with John M. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. BROWN, Ms. CANT- S. 937. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- Ruggero, which nominations were received WELL, Ms. DUCKWORTH, Mr. MARKEY, enue Code of 1986 to provide for a refundable by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Ms. WARREN, Mrs. GILLIBRAND, Ms. adoption tax credit; to the Committee on Fi- sional Record on April 4, 2017. HIRONO, Mr. SANDERS, Mr. WHITE- nance. Navy nomination of Evita M. Salles, to be HOUSE, Ms. HASSAN, Mr. WYDEN, Mr. By Mr. PETERS (for himself, Ms. COL- Lieutenant Commander. MERKLEY, Mr. SCHATZ, Mr. MURPHY, LINS, Mr. CARPER, and Mr. REED): Navy nomination of John P. H. Rue, to be Mr. LEAHY, Mr. CASEY, Mr. FRANKEN, S. 938. A bill to require notice of cost-free Captain. Ms. HARRIS, and Mr. DURBIN): Federal procurement technical assistance in Navy nominations beginning with Michael S. 928. A bill to prohibit, as an unfair or de- connection with registration of small busi- W. Ameche and ending with Joshua J. ceptive act or practice, commercial sexual ness concerns in procurement systems; to Whitlow, which nominations were received orientation conversion therapy, and for the Committee on Homeland Security and by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- other purposes; to the Committee on Com- Governmental Affairs. sional Record on April 6, 2017. merce, Science, and Transportation. By Mr. CRUZ: Navy nominations beginning with Rachel By Mrs. SHAHEEN: S. 939. A bill to reserve any amounts for- E. Carter and ending with Kevin D. Keith, S. 929. A bill to improve the HUBZone pro- feited to the United States Government as a which nominations were received by the Sen- gram; to the Committee on Small Business result of the criminal prosecution of Joaquin ate and appeared in the Congressional and Entrepreneurship. Archivaldo Guzman Loera (commonly known Record on April 6, 2017. By Mr. FLAKE (for himself, Mr. as ‘‘El Chapo’’), or of other felony convic- Navy nominations beginning with Mauer MCCAIN, and Mr. KING): tions involving the transportation of con- Biscotti III and ending with Adam J. S. 930. A bill to require the Administrator trolled substances into the United States, for Susmarski, which nominations were received of the Western Area Power Administration security measures along the Southern bor- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- to establish a pilot project to provide in- der, including the completion of a border sional Record on April 6, 2017. creased transparency for customers, and for wall; to the Committee on the Judiciary. Navy nomination of Donald V. Wilson, to other purposes; to the Committee on Energy By Mr. ENZI (for himself and Mr. NEL- be Commander. and Natural Resources. SON): Navy nomination of Michael A. Winslow, By Mr. GARDNER (for himself and Mr. S. 940. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- to be Lieutenant Commander. BENNET): enue Code of 1986 to modify the rules relat- Navy nominations beginning with Horacio S. 931. A bill to designate the facility of ing to loans made from a qualified employer G. Tan and ending with Derrick A. Thomas, the United States Postal Service located at plan, and for other purposes; to the Com- which nominations were received by the Sen- 4910 Brighton Boulevard in Denver, Colorado, mittee on Finance. ate and appeared in the Congressional as the ‘‘George Sakato Post Office’’; to the By Mr. TESTER: Record on April 6, 2017. Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- S. 941. A bill to withdraw certain National Navy nomination of Natalie C. O. Gilliver, ernmental Affairs. Forest System land in the Emigrant Crevice to be Lieutenant Commander. By Mr. DAINES (for himself, Mr. JOHN- area located in the Custer Gallatin National Navy nomination of John F. Sharpe, to be SON, Mr. PERDUE, Mr. PAUL, and Mr. Forest, Park County, Montana, from the Commander. LEE): mining and mineral leasing laws of the Navy nomination of Reann S. Mommsen, S. 932. A bill to amend the Congressional United States, and for other purposes; to the to be Lieutenant Commander. Budget Act of 1974 to provide that any esti- Committee on Energy and Natural Re- By Mr. HATCH for the Committee on Fi- mate prepared by the Congressional Budget sources. nance. Office or the Joint Committee on Taxation By Mr. HATCH: *Robert Lighthizer, of Florida, to be shall include costs relating to servicing the S.J. Res. 41. An original joint resolution United States Trade Representative, with public debt, and for other purposes; to the providing for an exception to the limitation the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Committee on the Budget. on the appointment of certain persons as the Plenipotentiary. By Mr. SULLIVAN (for himself and Mr. United States Trade Representative; from *Nomination was reported with rec- CASEY): the Committee on Finance; placed on the ommendation that it be confirmed sub- S. 933. A bill to direct the Secretary of Vet- calendar. ject to the nominee’s commitment to erans Affairs to carry out a pilot program to f respond to requests to appear and tes- provide veterans the option of using an alter- SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND tify before any duly constituted com- native appeals process to more quickly de- termine claims for disability compensation, SENATE RESOLUTIONS mittee of the Senate. and for other purposes; to the Committee on The following concurrent resolutions (Nominations without an asterisk Veterans’ Affairs. were reported with the recommenda- By Mr. ALEXANDER (for himself and and Senate resolutions were read, and tion that they be confirmed.) Mrs. MURRAY): referred (or acted upon), as indicated: f S. 934. A bill to amend the Federal Food, By Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mrs. Drug, and Cosmetic Act to revise and extend CAPITO, Mr. DAINES, Mr. CASSIDY, Mr. INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND the user-fee programs for prescription drugs, RUBIO, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. DURBIN, Mr. JOINT RESOLUTIONS medical devices, generic drugs, and bio- BOOKER, Mr. BROWN, Mr. MANCHIN, The following bills and joint resolu- similar biological products, and for other Mr. SANDERS, Mr. FRANKEN, Mr. tions were introduced, read the first purposes; to the Committee on Health, Edu- TESTER, and Mr. BLUMENTHAL): cation, Labor, and Pensions. S. Res. 138. A resolution honoring National and second times by unanimous con- By Mr. PAUL (for himself and Mr. Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day on sent, and referred as indicated: HELLER): April 9, 2017, and commemorating the 75th By Mrs. ERNST (for herself and Ms. S. 935. A bill to amend the Endangered Spe- anniversary of the fall of Bataan; to the HIRONO): cies Act of 1973 to permit Governors of Committee on Foreign Relations. S. 925. A bill to amend title 38, United States to regulate intrastate endangered spe- By Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. RUBIO, States Code, to improve the ability of health cies and intrastate threatened species, to Mr. BOOZMAN, and Mr. DURBIN): care professionals to treat veterans through amend the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to per- S. Res. 139. A resolution condemning the the use of telemedicine, and for other pur- mit the taking of certain black vultures and Government of Iran’s state-sponsored perse- poses; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- ravens, and for other purposes; to the Com- cution of its Baha’i minority and its contin- fairs. mittee on Environment and Public Works. ued violation of the International Covenants By Mrs. ERNST (for herself and Mr. By Mr. WHITEHOUSE (for himself, on Human Rights; to the Committee on For- MANCHIN): Mrs. SHAHEEN, Mr. BROWN, Mr. DUR- eign Relations. S. 926. A bill to authorize the Global War BIN, Mr. MARKEY, Ms. STABENOW, and By Mr. ISAKSON (for himself and Ms. on Terror Memorial Foundation to establish Mr. MENENDEZ): STABENOW):

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.018 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2531 S. Res. 140. A resolution supporting the Mexico (Mr. HEINRICH) were added as (Ms. BALDWIN) was added as a cospon- designation of April 2017 as ‘‘Parkinson’s cosponsors of S. 339, a bill to amend sor of S. 611, a bill to amend the Awareness Month’’; considered and agreed title 10, United States Code, to repeal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance to. the requirement for reduction of sur- Act to meet the needs of homeless chil- By Mr. SCOTT (for himself and Mr. GRAHAM): vivor annuities under the Survivor dren, youth, and families, and honor S. Res. 141. A resolution congratulating the Benefit Plan by veterans’ dependency the assessments and priorities of local University of South Carolina women’s bas- and indemnity compensation, and for communities. ketball team for winning the 2017 National other purposes. S. 632 Collegiate Athletic Association Division I S. 445 At the request of Mr. COONS, the Women’s Basketball Tournament Champion- At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the name of the Senator from Nevada (Ms. ship; considered and agreed to. CORTEZ MASTO) was added as a cospon- By Mr. KAINE (for himself and Mr. names of the Senator from Maine (Mr. sor of S. 632, a bill to amend title 28 of WARNER): KING), the Senator from Massachusetts S. Res. 142. A resolution commemorating (Mr. MARKEY), the Senator from Wis- the United States Code to authorize the 10th anniversary of the tragic events at consin (Ms. BALDWIN), the Senator the appointment of additional bank- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State from Ohio (Mr. BROWN), and the Sen- ruptcy judges; and for other purposes. University on April 16, 2007; considered and ator from Rhode Island (Mr. WHITE- S. 652 agreed to. HOUSE) were added as cosponsors of S. At the request of Mr. KAINE, the By Mr. TESTER: 445, a bill to amend title XVIII of the name of the Senator from Connecticut S. Res. 143. A resolution supporting fair and equitable grading treatment for exports Social Security Act to ensure more (Mr. BLUMENTHAL) was added as a co- of United States wheat products to Canada; timely access to home health services sponsor of S. 652, a bill to amend the to the Committee on Finance. for Medicare beneficiaries under the Public Health Service Act to reauthor- f Medicare program. ize a program for early detection, diag- S. 470 nosis, and treatment regarding deaf ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS At the request of Mr. CASEY, the and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, S. 59 name of the Senator from New York and young children. At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- S. 717 name of the Senator from Texas (Mr. sponsor of S. 470, a bill to amend the At the request of Mr. SULLIVAN, the CRUZ) was added as a cosponsor of S. 59, Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to en- name of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. a bill to provide that silencers be treat- hance the Child and Dependent Care GRASSLEY) was added as a cosponsor of ed the same as long guns. Tax Credit and make the credit fully S. 717, a bill to promote pro bono legal S. 109 refundable. services as a critical way in which to empower survivors of domestic vio- At the request of Mr. CASEY, the S. 487 lence. name of the Senator from Maryland At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the (Mr. CARDIN) was added as a cosponsor name of the Senator from North Caro- S. 720 At the request of Mr. PORTMAN, the of S. 109, a bill to amend title XVIII of lina (Mr. TILLIS) was added as a co- the Social Security Act to provide for sponsor of S. 487, a bill to amend the name of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. coverage under the Medicare program Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to pro- GRASSLEY) was added as a cosponsor of of pharmacist services. vide for an exclusion for assistance pro- S. 720, a bill to amend the Export Ad- S. 223 vided to participants in certain veteri- ministration Act of 1979 to include in the prohibitions on boycotts against At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the nary student loan repayment or for- name of the Senator from Michigan giveness programs. allies of the United States boycotts fostered by international governmental (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor S. 497 of S. 223, a bill to provide immunity organizations against Israel and to di- At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the rect the Export-Import Bank of the from suit for certain individuals who names of the Senator from Arkansas disclose potential examples of financial United States to oppose boycotts (Mr. COTTON) and the Senator from against Israel, and for other purposes. exploitation of senior citizens, and for New Hampshire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) were S. 722 other purposes. added as cosponsors of S. 497, a bill to At the request of Mr. CORKER, the S. 234 amend title XVIII of the Social Secu- names of the Senator from Missouri At the request of Mr. DONNELLY, the rity Act to provide for Medicare cov- (Mr. BLUNT), the Senator from Idaho name of the Senator from Wisconsin erage of certain lymphedema compres- (Mr. CRAPO), the Senator from Wash- (Ms. BALDWIN) was added as a cospon- sion treatment items as items of dura- ington (Ms. CANTWELL), and the Sen- sor of S. 234, a bill to provide incen- ble medical equipment. ator from Iowa (Mr. GRASSLEY) were tives for businesses to keep jobs in S. 517 added as cosponsors of S. 722, a bill to America. At the request of Mrs. FISCHER, the impose sanctions with respect to Iran S. 253 name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. in relation to Iran’s ballistic missile At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the MORAN) was added as a cosponsor of S. program, support for acts of inter- name of the Senator from Montana 517, a bill to amend the Clean Air Act national terrorism, and violations of (Mr. TESTER) was added as a cosponsor with respect to the ethanol waiver for human rights, and for other purposes. of S. 253, a bill to amend title XVIII of Reid vapor pressure limitations under S. 744 the Social Security Act to repeal the such Act. At the request of Mr. DONNELLY, the Medicare outpatient rehabilitation S. 569 names of the Senator from Georgia therapy caps. At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the (Mr. PERDUE) and the Senator from S. 292 names of the Senator from New Hamp- Massachusetts (Ms. WARREN) were At the request of Mr. REED, the shire (Ms. HASSAN) and the Senator added as cosponsors of S. 744, a bill to names of the Senator from Florida (Mr. from Michigan (Mr. PETERS) were amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act RUBIO) and the Senator from New York added as cosponsors of S. 569, a bill to to delay the inclusion in consumer (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were added as co- amend title 54, United States Code, to credit reports and to establish require- sponsors of S. 292, a bill to maximize provide consistent and reliable author- ments for debt collectors with respect discovery, and accelerate development ity for, and for the funding of, the Land to medical debt information of vet- and availability, of promising child- and Water Conservation Fund to maxi- erans due to inappropriate or delayed hood cancer treatments, and for other mize the effectiveness of the Fund for billing payments or reimbursements purposes. future generations, and for other pur- from the Department of Veterans Af- S. 339 poses. fairs, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. NELSON, the S. 611 S. 754 names of the Senator from New Mexico At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the At the request of Mr. KAINE, the (Mr. UDALL) and the Senator from New name of the Senator from Wisconsin name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr.

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These life saving inventions are (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor Agent Orange Act of 1991. exactly the kind of innovations that of S. 832, a bill to enhance the trans- S. RES. 99 our intellectual property system parency and accelerate the impact of At the request of Mr. MANCHIN, the should incentivize. programs under the African Growth name of the Senator from Arkansas In 2012, the Director of the PTO testi- and Opportunity Act and the Millen- (Mr. BOOZMAN) was added as a cospon- fied before the Judiciary Committee nium Challenge Corporation, and for sor of S. Res. 99, a resolution recog- that Patents for Humanity would at- other purposes. nizing the 11 African-American soldiers tract even more innovators if the win- S. 869 of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion ners could transfer their acceleration certificates to a third party. Fre- At the request of Mr. PAUL, the name who were massacred in Wereth, Bel- of the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. gium, during the Battle of the Bulge in quently, successful small businesses and individual inventors are unable to TOOMEY) was added as a cosponsor of S. December 1944. 869, a bill to repeal the violation of sov- f continue their projects or are pre- vented from taking advantage of the ereign nations’ laws and privacy mat- STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED ters. accelerated process because of acquisi- BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS tions and reorganizations. Transfer- S. 872 By Mr. LEAHY (for himself and ability of the award certificates would At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the Mr. GRASSLEY): increase the incentive for these small name of the Senator from New York S. 927. A bill to allow acceleration businesses and individuals to develop (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- certificates awarded under the Patents innovative technologies that would sponsor of S. 872, a bill to amend title for Humanity Program to be transfer- benefit the public and international de- XVIII of the Social Security Act to able; to the Committee on the Judici- velopment. make permanent the extension of the ary. This bipartisan legislation would Medicare-dependent hospital (MDH) Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, tomor- allow Patents for Humanity winners to program and the increased payments row, April 26, is World Intellectual transfer their acceleration certificates. under the Medicare low-volume hos- Property Day, an opportunity for peo- This straightforward, common sense pital program. ple around the world to appreciate and reform to the Patents for Humanity S. 878 learn about the role of intellectual Program passed the Senate by unani- At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the property rights in promoting innova- mous consent last Congress. I am hope- name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. tion. Our Founders believed that the ful that it will again this Congress and WYDEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. right to enjoy the benefit of one’s own that we can finally enact into law this 878, a bill to establish privacy protec- inventions was so important to the simple improvement to a successful tions for customers of broadband Inter- progress of science that they included program. We should take every oppor- net access service and other tele- it in the Constitution. More than 200 tunity we can to encourage and sup- communications services. years later, limited exclusive rights for port enterprising Americans with S. 901 inventors continue to incentivize the bright ideas that will benefit both our At the request of Ms. HIRONO, the research and development and make country and the world. name of the Senator from Maine (Mr. the United States the global leader in KING) was added as a cosponsor of S. innovation. By Mr. DAINES (for himself, Mr. 901, a bill to prohibit any reduction in In the spirit of this year’s theme, JOHNSON, Mr. PERDUE, Mr. the amount of the per diem allowance ‘‘Innovation—Improving Lives,’’ I am PAUL, and Mr. LEE): to which members of the Army, Navy, proud to partner with Senator GRASS- S. 932. A bill to amend the Congres- Air Force, and Marine Corps or civilian LEY to reintroduce the Patents for Hu- sional Budget Act of 1974 to provide employees of the Department of De- manity Program Improvement Act. that any estimate prepared by the Con- fense are entitled based on the dura- Patents for Humanity is a perfect ex- gressional Budget Office or the Joint tion of temporary duty assignments or ample of how intellectual property Committee on Taxation shall include official travel, and for other purposes. rights encourage inventors to develop costs relating to servicing the public creative solutions to some of the debt, and for other purposes; to the S. 910 world’s most pressing humanitarian Committee on the Budget. At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the challenges. Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask name of the Senator from Wisconsin Since 2012, the Patents for Humanity unanimous consent that the text of the (Ms. BALDWIN) was added as a cospon- Program of the U.S. Patent and Trade- bill be printed in the RECORD. sor of S. 910, a bill to prohibit discrimi- mark Office, PTO, has honored patent There being no objection, the text of nation against individuals with disabil- holders whose inventions apply cut- the bill was ordered to be printed in ities who need long-term services and ting-edge technology to meet global the RECORD, as follows: supports, and for other purposes. challenges in medicine, nutrition, sani- S. 932 S. 923 tation, energy, and living standards. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- At the request of Mr. KENNEDY, the The winning inventors receive a cer- resentatives of the United States of America in name of the Senator from Kentucky tificate to accelerate future PTO proc- Congress assembled, (Mr. PAUL) was added as a cosponsor of esses, such as a reexamination or addi- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. S. 923, a bill to exempt certain finan- tional patent applications. The Patents This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Budgetary cial institutions from regulations for Humanity Program provides an im- Accuracy in Scoring Interest Costs Act of issued under the Dodd-Frank Wall portant incentive for talented 2017’’ or the ‘‘BASIC Act’’. Street Reform and Consumer Protec- innovators to use their expertise and SEC. 2. CBO AND JCT ESTIMATES TO INCLUDE tion Act. DEBT SERVICING COSTS. intellect to enhance the public good. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Congressional Budget S. CON. RES. 12 The winners of the Patents for Hu- and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (2 At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the manity Program have addressed some U.S.C. 621 et seq.) is amended by inserting names of the Senator from Minnesota of the toughest challenges in the devel- after section 402 the following: (Mr. FRANKEN) and the Senator from oping world. One lab developed a vac- ‘‘ESTIMATES TO INCLUDE DEBT SERVICING COSTS Ohio (Mr. BROWN) were added as co- cine cooler that has been used in the ‘‘SEC. 403. Any estimate prepared by the sponsors of S. Con. Res. 12, a concur- fight against the Ebola virus. A non- Congressional Budget Office under section

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.029 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2533 402, and any estimate prepared by the Joint Whereas the productive peace between the (3) In Iran, ‘‘Bahai blood may be spilled Committee on Taxation, shall include, to the United States and Japan has produced a with impunity, and Bahai families are not extent practicable, the costs (if any) of serv- model of reconciliation between former com- entitled to restitution’’ and ‘‘Bahais cannot icing the public debt.’’. batants; receive compensation for injury or crimes (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of Whereas, in 2009, the Government of Japan committed against them and cannot inherit contents of such Act is amended by inserting offered an apology to the United States pris- property.’’; after the item relating to section 402 the fol- oners of war for the damage and suffering of (4) The Government of Iran ‘‘requires uni- lowing: the prisoners of war in Imperial Japan; versities to exclude Bahais from access to ‘‘403. Estimates to include debt servicing Whereas, in 2010, the Government of Japan higher education or expel them if their reli- costs.’’. established a program for former prisoners of gious affiliation becomes known.’’; and war and their families to visit Japan and the (5) In Iran, ‘‘Bahais are banned from gov- f former prisoner of war camps; and ernment employment’’ and ‘‘[t]here were re- SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS Whereas the former prisoners of war who ports of non-Bahais being pressured to refuse have participated in the program described employment to Bahais or dismissing Bahais in the ninth whereas clause have encouraged from their private sector jobs.’’; the Government of Japan to partner with Whereas on June 8, 2016, the United Na- SENATE RESOLUTION 138—HON- Japanese companies to continue the program tions Special Rapporteur on the situation of ORING NATIONAL FORMER PRIS- as— human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran ONER OF WAR RECOGNITION (1) an international model of reconcili- and the United Nations Special Rapporteur DAY ON APRIL 9, 2017, AND COM- ation; and on freedom of religion or belief issued a joint MEMORATING THE 75TH ANNI- (2) a permanent fund to support projects statement condemning the ‘‘wave of incite- VERSARY OF THE FALL OF BA- for remembrance, documentation, education, ment of hatred of the Baha’i community re- TAAN and exchange: Now, therefore, be it flected in speeches made by religious, judici- Resolved, That the Senate— ary and political officials in the Islamic Re- Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mrs. CAP- (1) honors National Former Prisoner of public of Iran’’; ITO, Mr. DAINES, Mr. CASSIDY, Mr. War Recognition Day on April 9, 2017; Whereas on September 6, 2016, the United RUBIO, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. DURBIN, Mr. (2) commemorates the 75th anniversary of Nations Secretary-General issued a report on BOOKER, Mr. BROWN, Mr. MANCHIN, Mr. the fall of Bataan on April 9, 1942; and the situation of human rights in the Islamic (3) applauds the efforts of the Government SANDERS, Mr. FRANKEN, Mr. TESTER, Republic of Iran (A/71/374), which stated that of Japan toward a historic apology for the ‘‘human rights violations have continued at and Mr. BLUMENTHAL) submitted the maltreatment of United States prisoners of an alarming rate’’; following resolution; which was re- war by Imperial Japan. Whereas on December 17, 2016, the United ferred to the Committee on Foreign f Nations General Assembly adopted a resolu- Relations: tion (A/RES/70/179), which ‘‘[e]xpresse[d] seri- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask SENATE RESOLUTION 139—CON- ous concern about ongoing severe limita- unanimous consent that the text of the DEMNING THE GOVERNMENT OF tions and restrictions on the right to free- bill be printed in the RECORD. IRAN’S STATE-SPONSORED PER- dom of thought, conscience, religion or belief There being no objection, the text of SECUTION OF ITS BAHA’I MINOR- and restrictions on the establishment of the bill was ordered to be printed in ITY AND ITS CONTINUED VIOLA- places of worship, as well as attacks against TION OF THE INTERNATIONAL places of worship and burial, as well as other the RECORD, as follows: human rights violations, including but not S. RES. 138 COVENANTS ON HUMAN RIGHTS limited to harassment, persecution and in- Whereas, throughout United States his- Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. RUBIO, citement to hatred that lead to violence tory, United States servicemen and service- Mr. BOOZMAN, and Mr. DURBIN) sub- against persons belonging to recognized and women held as prisoners of war have endured mitted the following resolution; which unrecognized religious minorities, including unimaginable cruelty and unspeakable treat- was referred to the Committee on For- Christians, Jews, Sufi Muslims, Sunni Mus- lims, Zoroastrians and members of the ment at the hands of their captors in— eign Relations: (1) British prison ships floating in the har- Baha’i Faith and their defenders’’; bor of New York City; S. RES. 139 Whereas since May 2008, the Government of (2) tiger cages in North Vietnam; Whereas in 1982, 1984, 1988, 1990, 1992, 1993, Iran has imprisoned the 7 members of the (3) coal mines in Omuta, Japan; and 1994, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, former ad hoc leadership group of the Baha’i (4) mine shafts in Berga, Germany; 2015, and 2016, Congress declared that it de- community in Iran, known as the Yaran-i- Whereas many of these servicemen and plored the religious persecution by the Gov- Iran, or ‘‘friends of Iran’’—Mrs. Fariba servicewomen, while in service to the United ernment of Iran of the Baha’i community Kamalabadi, Mr. Jamaloddin Khanjani, Mr. States, lost their lives as prisoners of war and would hold the Government of Iran re- Afif Naeimi, Mr. Saeid Rezaie, Mr. Behrouz under cruel and inhumane conditions; sponsible for upholding the rights of all Ira- Tavakkoli, Mrs. Mahvash Sabet, and Mr. Whereas United States service members nian nationals, including members of the Vahid Tizfahm—and these individuals were held as prisoners of war have— Baha’i Faith; convicted of charges including ‘‘spying for (1) endured situations few people of the Whereas the United States Commission on Israel, insulting religious sanctities, propa- United States can imagine; and International Religious Freedom 2016 Annual ganda against the regime and spreading cor- (2) found courage in a darkness that other Report states— ruption on earth’’ and sentenced to 20-year people of the United States will hopefully (1) ‘‘The Baha’i community, the largest prison terms, the longest sentences given to never experience; non-Muslim religious minority in Iran, long any prisoner of conscience in Iran at that Whereas National Former Prisoner of War has been subject to particularly severe reli- time, now reportedly reduced to 10 years; Recognition Day was established to memori- gious freedom violations. The government Whereas beginning in May 2011, officials of alize the surrender by General Edward P. views Baha’is, who number at least 300,000, the Government of Iran in 4 cities conducted King of 80,000 United States and Filipino as ‘heretics’ and consequently they face re- sweeping raids on the homes of dozens of in- troops on the Bataan Peninsula on April 9, pression on the grounds of apostasy.’’; dividuals associated with the Baha’i Insti- 1942, which led to— (2) ‘‘Since 1979, authorities have killed or tute for Higher Education (referred to in this (1) the infamous Bataan Death March; and executed more than 200 Baha’i leaders, and Resolution as ‘‘BIHE’’) and arrested and de- (2) nearly 4 years of brutal imprisonment more than 10,000 have been dismissed from tained several educators associated with and slave labor for the survivors; government and university jobs.’’; and BIHE, with 16 BIHE educators ultimately Whereas, by May 10, 1942, over 11,500 sol- (3) ‘‘Over the past 10 years, approximately sentenced to 4- or 5-year prison terms, 7 of diers from the United States and the Phil- 850 Baha’is have been arbitrarily arrested.’’; whom remain in prison; ippines surrendered on Corregidor, a fortress Whereas the Department of State 2015 Whereas scores of Baha’i cemeteries have island in Manila Bay, and at various bases on International Religious Freedom Report been attacked, and, in 2014, Revolutionary islands in the southern Philippines, which states— Guards began excavating a Baha’i cemetery resulted in the largest surrender of United (1) Religious minorities in Iran ‘‘continued in Shiraz, which is the site of 950 graves, and States soldiers in United States military his- to face societal discrimination, especially built a cultural and sport center on the cem- tory; the Bahai community, which reported con- etery site; Whereas, during World War II, over 26,000 tinuing problems at different levels of soci- Whereas the Baha’i International Commu- prisoners of war from the United States were ety, including personal harassment.’’; nity reported that there has been a recent held by Imperial Japan, of which an esti- (2) The Government of Iran ‘‘continued to surge in anti-Baha’i hate propaganda in Ira- mated 40 percent died, and nearly 1⁄3 of those prohibit Bahais from officially assembling or nian state-sponsored media outlets, noting deaths occurred on ‘‘hell ships’’ that carried maintaining administrative institutions, ac- that— the prisoners of war to Japan to become tively closed such institutions, harassed Ba- (1) in 2010 and 2011, approximately 22 anti- slave labor in Japanese companies; hais, and disregarded their property rights.’’; Baha’i articles were appearing every month;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:06 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.021 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 25, 2017 (2) in 2014, the number of anti-Baha’i arti- tors, the exact cause of the disease in most Carolyn Peck as the only 2 African-American cles rose to approximately 400 per month; individuals is still unknown; female head coaches to lead a National Col- and Whereas, as of March 2017, there is no ob- legiate Athletic Association Division I bas- (3) by 2016, the number of anti-Baha’i arti- jective test or biomarker for diagnosing Par- ketball team to a national title; cles rose to approximately 1,500 per month; kinson’s disease; Whereas this is the first National Colle- Whereas there are currently 90 Baha’is in Whereas there is no known cure or drug to giate Athletic Association Division I Wom- prison in Iran; slow or halt the progression of Parkinson’s en’s Basketball Tournament Championship Whereas the Government of Iran is party disease, and available treatments are limited for the University of South Carolina Game- to the International Covenants on Human in their ability to address the medical needs cocks women’s basketball team, who fin- Rights and is in violation of its obligations of patients and remain effective over time; ished the season with 33 wins and 4 losses; under such Covenants; Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson’s dis- Whereas A’ja Wilson, who is from Colum- Whereas section 105 of the Comprehensive ease vary from person to person and may in- bia, South Carolina, and an alumna of Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divest- clude— Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, was ment Act of 2010 (22 U.S.C. 8514) authorizes (1) tremors; named Southeastern Conference player of the President to impose sanctions on individ- (2) slowness of movement and rigidity; the year and the National Collegiate Ath- uals ‘‘responsible for or complicit in, or re- (3) difficulty with balance and gait; letic Association Division I Women’s Basket- sponsible for ordering, controlling, or other- (4) disturbances in speech and swallowing; ball Tournament Championship most valu- wise directing, the commission of serious (5) cognitive impairment and dementia; able player; human rights abuses against citizens of Iran (6) mood disorders; and Whereas the University of South Carolina or their family members on or after June 12, (7) a variety of other nonmotor symptoms; has been a leader on the Southeastern Con- 2009’’; and Whereas volunteers, researchers, care- ference Academic Honor Roll for last 10 Whereas the Iran Threat Reduction and givers, and medical professionals are work- years; Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 (Public Law ing to improve the quality of life for individ- Whereas, each year, University of South 112–158) amends and expands the authorities uals living with Parkinson’s disease and Carolina student-athletes support approxi- established under the Comprehensive Iran their families; and mately 100 events and organizations for a Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Whereas increased research, education, and total of more than 5,000 hours of service; Act of 2010 (Public Law 111–195) to sanction community support services are needed— Whereas A’ja Wilson received First Team Iranian human rights abusers: Now, there- (1) to find more effective treatments; and All-America recognition from the Women’s fore, be it (2) to provide access to quality care for in- Basketball Coaches Association, and senior Resolved, That the Senate— dividuals living with Parkinson’s disease: center Alaina Coates earned an All-America (1) condemns the Government of Iran’s Now, therefore, be it honorable mention; state-sponsored persecution of its Baha’i mi- Resolved, That the Senate— Whereas junior Kaela Davis was a College nority and its continued violation of the (1) designates April 2017 as ‘‘Parkinson’s Sports Information Directors of America International Covenants on Human Rights; Awareness Month’’; Academic All-District selection; (2) calls on the Government of Iran to im- (2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkin- Whereas University of South Carolina stu- mediately release the 7 imprisoned Baha’i son’s Awareness Month; dent-athletes earned a departmental grade leaders, the 7 imprisoned Baha’i educators, (3) continues to support research to find point average of 3.245 for the Fall 2016 semes- and all other prisoners held solely on ac- better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s ter, the 20th-consecutive semester in which count of their religion; disease; Gamecock student-athletes have combined (3) calls on the President and Secretary of (4) recognizes the individuals living with for a grade point average above 3.0; and State, in cooperation with responsible na- Parkinson’s disease who participate in vital Whereas the University of South Carolina tions, to immediately condemn the Govern- clinical trials to advance the knowledge of is ranked number 1 in the United States for ment of Iran’s continued violation of human the disease; and attendance at women’s basketball games: rights and demand the immediate release of (5) commends the dedication of organiza- Now, therefore, be it prisoners held solely on account of their reli- tions, volunteers, researchers, and millions Resolved, That the Senate— gion; and of individuals across the United States work- (1) congratulates the University of South (4) urges the President and Secretary of ing to improve the quality of life for individ- Carolina women’s basketball team for win- State to utilize available authorities to im- uals living with Parkinson’s disease and ning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic pose sanctions on officials of the Govern- their families. Association Division I Women’s Basketball ment of Iran and other individuals directly f Tournament Championship; and responsible for serious human rights abuses, (2) recognizes the achievements of— including abuses against the Baha’i commu- SENATE RESOLUTION 141—CON- (A) the team’s players, coaches, and staff, nity of Iran. GRATULATING THE UNIVERSITY whose hard work and dedication helped the f OF SOUTH CAROLINA WOMEN’S University of South Carolina women’s bas- BASKETBALL TEAM FOR WIN- ketball team win that Championship; and SENATE RESOLUTION 140—SUP- (B) the dedicated faculty and staff of the PORTING THE DESIGNATION OF NING THE 2017 NATIONAL COLLE- GIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION University of South Carolina for building an APRIL 2017 AS ‘‘PARKINSON’S educational environment that has helped AWARENESS MONTH’’ DIVISION I WOMEN’S BASKET- University of South Carolina student-ath- BALL TOURNAMENT CHAMPION- letes to thrive. Mr. ISAKSON (for himself and Ms. SHIP STABENOW) submitted the following f resolution; which was considered and Mr. SCOTT (for himself and Mr. GRA- HAM) submitted the following resolu- agreed to: SENATE RESOLUTION 142—COM- S. RES. 140 tion; which was considered and agreed to: MEMORATING THE 10TH ANNI- Whereas Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, VERSARY OF THE TRAGIC S. RES. 141 progressive neurological disease and is the EVENTS AT VIRGINIA POLY- second most common neurodegenerative dis- Whereas, on April 2, 2017, at American Air- TECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE ease in the United States; lines Center in Dallas, Texas, the University Whereas there is inadequate data on the of South Carolina Gamecocks won the na- UNIVERSITY ON APRIL 16, 2007 incidence and prevalence of Parkinson’s dis- tional title game for the National Collegiate Mr. KAINE (for himself and Mr. WAR- ease, but the disease affects an estimated Athletic Association Division I Women’s NER) submitted the following resolu- 1,000,000 individuals in the United States and Basketball Tournament over the Mississippi tion; which was considered and agreed its prevalence is expected to more than dou- State Bulldogs by a score of 67 to 55; to: ble by 2040; Whereas the University of South Carolina Whereas, according to the Centers for Dis- Gamecocks women’s basketball team won S. RES. 142 ease Control and Prevention, Parkinson’s the 2017 Southeastern Conference champion- Resolved, That the Senate— disease is the 14th leading cause of death in ship; (1) recognizes the 32 victims who lost their the United States; Whereas the University of South Carolina lives as a result of the tragic events at Vir- Whereas every day Parkinson’s disease Gamecocks women’s basketball team head ginia Polytechnic Institute and State Uni- greatly impacts millions of individuals in coach Dawn Staley, a 3-time Olympian who versity (referred to as ‘‘Virginia Tech’’) on the United States who are caregivers, family was elected to carry the United States flag April 16, 2007, Ross A. Alameddine, Chris- members, and friends of individuals with at the opening ceremony of the 2004 Summer topher James Bishop, Brian R. Bluhm, Ryan Parkinson’s disease; Olympics, was elected to the Naismith Me- Christopher Clark, Austin Michelle Cloyd, Whereas, although research suggests that morial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013, and Jocelyne Couture-Nowak, Kevin P. Granata, the cause of Parkinson’s disease is a com- is the new head coach of the United States Matthew Gregory Gwaltney, Caitlin Millar bination of genetic and environmental fac- women’s national basketball team, joins Hammaren, Jeremy Michael Herbstritt,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:06 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP6.032 S25APPT1 lotter on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2535 Rachael Elizabeth Hill, Emily Jane Hilscher, (A) grade wheat produced in Canada in the committees be discharged from further Jarrett Lee Lane, Matthew Joseph La Porte, same manner as wheat produced in the consideration of and the Senate now Henry J. Lee, Liviu Librescu, G.V. United States; and proceed to the immediate consider- Loganathan, Partahi Mamora Halomoan (B) be fair to agricultural producers in the ation of the following resolutions en Lumbantoruan, Lauren Ashley McCain, Dan- United States; and bloc: S. Res. 105, S. Res. 122, S. Res. 128, iel Patrick O’Neil, Juan Ramon Ortiz-Ortiz, (2) the President should— Minal Hiralal Panchal, Daniel Alejandro (A) examine whether the wheat grading S. Res. 129, S. Res. 130, S. Res. 131, and Perez Cueva, Erin Nicole Peterson, Michael laws of Canada adhere to trade agreements; S. Res. 133. Steven Pohle, Jr., Julia Kathleen Pryde, and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Mary Karen Read, Reema Joseph Samaha, (B) insist on full access for United States objection, it is so ordered. Waleed Mohamed Shaalan, Leslie Geraldine exporters of wheat to the Canadian market. There being no objection, the Senate Sherman, Maxine Shelly Turner, and Nicole f proceeded to consider the resolutions Regina White; en bloc. (2) recognizes the 17 individuals who sur- AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO S. RES. 128 vived the shooting and supports the contin- MEET Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, today I ued recovery of those survivors from phys- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I wish to ask my Senate colleagues to ical and psychological wounds; have 5 requests for committees to meet (3) offers condolences to the families and join me in designating April 2017 as Na- friends of the victims; during today’s session of the Senate. tional Congenital Diaphragmatic Her- (4) expresses hope that the memory of each They have the approval of the Majority nia Awareness Month. Congenital Dia- victim will live on; and and Minority leaders. phragmatic Hernia, also known as (5) recognizes— Pursuant to Rule XXVI, paragraph CDH, is a birth defect that occurs when (A) the resilience of the Virginia Tech 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Sen- the fetal diaphragm fails to fully de- community in the decade following the trag- ate, the following committees are au- velop, allowing abdominal organs to edy of April 16, 2007; and thorized to meet during today’s session move into the chest cavity and pre- (B) that the perseverance of the Virginia of the Senate: venting lung growth. When the lungs Tech community serves as an example to COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES do not develop properly during preg- communities that experience similar trage- The Committee on Armed Services is dies. nancy, it can be difficult for the baby authorized to meet during the session to breathe after birth, or the baby is f of the Senate on Tuesday, April 25, unable to take in enough oxygen to 2017, at 9:30 a.m., in open session, to re- stay healthy. Congenital diaphrag- ceive testimony on policy and strategy matic hernia is a birth defect that oc- SENATE RESOLUTION 143—SUP- in the Asia-Pacific. curs in 1 out of every 2,500 live births PORTING FAIR AND EQUITABLE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE worldwide. Only about 50 percent of GRADING TREATMENT FOR EX- The Committee on Finance is author- CDH cases are diagnosed in utero. The PORTS OF UNITED STATES ized to meet during the session of the Centers for Disease Control and Pre- WHEAT PRODUCTS TO CANADA Senate on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at 10 vention, CDC, estimates that CDH af- Mr. TESTER submitted the following a.m., in 215 Dirksen Senate Office fects 1,600 babies in the U.S. each year. resolution; which was referred to the Building, to consider the nomination of Every 10 minutes, a baby is born with Committee on Finance: Robert Lighthizer, of Florida, to be CDH, adding up to more than 700,000 S. RES. 143 United States Trade Representative. babies with CDH since 2000. According Whereas Canada is the second-largest COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS to the CDC, babies born with CDH ex- goods trading partner of the United States, The Committee on Foreign Relations perience a high mortality rate ranging with $575,000,000,000 in goods traded between is authorized to meet during the ses- from 20 to 60 percent, depending on the the 2 countries in 2015, as the United States sion of the Senate on Tuesday, April 25, severity of the defect and the treat- exported $280,000,000,000 in goods to Canada 2017, at 9:45 a.m., to hold a hearing en- ments available at delivery; yet most and imported $295,000,000,000 in goods from titled ‘‘The Crisis in Libya: Next Steps people have never heard of CDH. Canada in that year; and U.S. Policy Options.’’ Researchers are making great Whereas the efficient and equitable flow of progress to determine the cause of this agricultural goods across the border is a crit- COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY ical component of the trade relationship be- The Committee on the Judiciary is birth defect and to identify optimal tween the United States and Canada; authorized to meet during the session treatment methods. In fiscal year 2017, Whereas wheat is the third-most widely of the Senate, on April 25, 2017, at 10 the National Institutes of Health fund- produced field crop in the United States, and a.m., in room SD–226 of the Dirksen ed approximately $4 million in CDH re- approximately 1⁄2 of the wheat produced in Senate Office Building, to conduct a search, an increase of $700,000 from fis- the United States is exported; hearing entitled ‘‘Intellectual Prop- cal year 2015. There is still much Whereas Canadian law requires wheat im- progress to be made, however. The ported from the United States to be seg- erty—Driver of Innovation: Making Our Lives Healthier, Safer, and more cause of CDH remains unknown, and regated from wheat produced in Canada and there currently is no cure. CDH sur- automatically designated as feed quality, Productive.’’ the lowest possible designation, regardless of COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE vivors often endure long-term com- the actual quality or the variety of the The Senate Select Committee on In- plications, such as congenital heart de- wheat product; telligence is authorized to meet during fects and developmental delays, and Whereas United States Federal law allows the session of the 115th Congress of the the average CDH survivor will face wheat imported from Canada to be graded U.S. Senate on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, postnatal care of more than $100,000. under the same system as domestically from 2:15 p.m.–4:00 p.m., in room SH–219 Last month, members from the Asso- grown wheat; ciation of Congenital Diaphragmatic Whereas that unfair devaluation practice of the Senate Hart Office Building to hold a closed hearing. Hernia Research, Awareness and Sup- puts United States agricultural producers at port, also known as CHERUBS, visited a distinct disadvantage when attempting to f my office. Among them were David and access Canadian wheat markets; Whereas the treatment by Canada of PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR Allison Finger and their daughter United States wheat products is likely a vio- Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, I ask Vivienne from Hyattsville, MD. lation of trade agreements and is to the det- unanimous consent that my intern Vivienne was born with CDH and had riment of United States agricultural pro- Nicholas Piwonka be granted privileges to spend 60 days in the newborn inten- ducers; and of the floor for the remainder of the sive care unit after birth and had to Whereas the strong economic ties between day. have surgery to repair the hernia when the United States and Canada are extremely The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without she was only 3 weeks old. On March 18, important and well-served when a level play- 2017, Vivienne celebrated her second ing field exists across all industries: Now, objection, it is so ordered. therefore, be it f birthday and is doing very well. Babies like Vivienne, born with CDH, today Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate RESOLUTIONS DISCHARGED that— have a better chance of survival due to (1) wheat grading practices in Canada Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask early detection and research on treat- should— unanimous consent that applicable ment options.

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Desig- f APPOINTMENT nating this month in this fashion pro- CONGRATULATING THE UNIVER- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The vides an opportunity to raise public SITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA WOM- awareness about CDH; promote quality Chair, on behalf of the Democratic EN’S BASKETBALL TEAM FOR leader, in consultation with the vice prenatal care and ultrasounds to detect WINNING THE 2017 NATIONAL CDH in utero; and support finding for chairperson of the Committee on In- COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIA- dian Affairs, pursuant to the provisions the research necessary to improve TION DIVISION I WOMEN’S BAS- screening and treatment of CDH, dis- of Public Law 114–244, appoints the fol- KETBALL TOURNAMENT CHAM- lowing individual to serve as a member cover the causes of CDH, and develop a PIONSHIP cure for CDH. of the Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask Soboleff Commission on Native Chil- unanimous consent that the resolu- unanimous consent that the Senate dren: Tami DeCoteau of North Dakota. tions be agreed to, the preambles, proceed to the consideration of S. Res. f where applicable, be agreed to, and the 141, submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ORDERS FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL motions to reconsider be considered 26, 2017 made and laid upon the table, all en clerk will report the resolution by Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask bloc. title. unanimous consent that when the Sen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The senior assistant legislative clerk ate completes its business today, it ad- objection, it is so ordered. read as follows: journ until 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April The resolution (S. Res. 105) was A resolution (S. Res. 141) congratulating 26; further, that following the prayer agreed to. the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team for winning the 2017 Na- and pledge, the morning hour be The preamble was agreed to. tional Collegiate Athletic Association Divi- deemed expired, the Journal of pro- (The resolution, with its preamble, is sion I Women’s Basketball Tournament ceedings be approved to date, the time printed in the RECORD of March 30, 2017, Championship. for the two leaders be reserved for their under ‘‘Submitted Resolutions.’’) There being no objection, the Senate use later in the day, and morning busi- The resolutions (S. Res. 122 and S. proceeded to consider the resolution. Res. 128) were agreed to. ness be closed; further, that following Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask leader remarks, the Senate proceed to The preambles were agreed to. unanimous consent that the resolution (The resolutions, with their pre- executive session to resume consider- be agreed to, the preamble be agreed ation of the Acosta nomination, with ambles, are printed in the RECORD of to, and the motions to reconsider be April 7, 2017, under ‘‘Submitted Resolu- the time until 11:30 a.m. equally di- considered made and laid upon the vided in the usual form; finally, that tions.’’) table with no intervening action or de- The resolution (S. Res. 129) was notwithstanding the provisions of rule bate. XXII, the cloture vote on the Acosta agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (The resolution is printed in the nomination occur at 11:30 a.m. tomor- objection, it is so ordered. row. RECORD of April 7, 2017, under ‘‘Sub- The resolution (S. Res. 141) was mitted Resolutions.’’) The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without agreed to. objection, it is so ordered. The resolutions (S. Res. 130, S. Res. The preamble was agreed to. 131, and S. Res. 133) were agreed to. (The resolution, with its preamble, is f The preambles were agreed to. printed in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Sub- ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 9:30 A.M. (The resolutions, with their pre- mitted Resolutions.’’) TOMORROW ambles, are printed in the RECORD of f Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, if there is April 7, 2017, under ‘‘Submitted Resolu- no further business to come before the tions.’’) COMMEMORATING THE 10TH ANNI- Senate, I ask unanimous consent that f VERSARY OF THE TRAGIC EVENTS AT VIRGINIA POLY- it stand adjourned under the previous SUPPORTING THE DESIGNATION TECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE order. OF APRIL 2017 AS ‘‘PARKINSON’S UNIVERSITY ON APRIL 16, 2007 There being no objection, the Senate, AWARENESS MONTH’’ at 5:44 p.m., adjourned until Wednes- Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask day, April 26, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate f unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consider- proceed to the consideration of S. Res. ation of S. Res. 142, submitted earlier NOMINATIONS 140, submitted earlier today. today. Executive nominations received by The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the Senate: clerk will report the resolution by clerk will report the resolution by DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE title. title. KARI A. BINGEN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE A PRINCIPAL DEP- The senior assistant legislative clerk The senior assistant legislative clerk UTY UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, VICE MARCEL J. read as follows: read as follows: LETTRE II, RESIGNED. ROBERT DAIGLE, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE DIRECTOR OF A resolution (S. Res. 140) supporting the A resolution (S. Res. 142) commemorating COST ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAM EVALUATION, DE- designation of April 2017 as ‘‘Parkinson’s the 10th anniversary of the tragic events at PARTMENT OF DEFENSE, VICE JAMIE MICHAEL MORIN. Awareness Month.’’ ROBERT STORY KAREM, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State BIA, TO BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, There being no objection, the Senate University on April 16, 2007. VICE DEREK H. CHOLLET, RESIGNED. KENNETH P. RAPUANO, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AN ASSIST- proceeded to consider the resolution. There being no objection, the Senate ANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, VICE ERIC ROSENBACH, Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask proceeded to consider the resolution. RESIGNED. unanimous consent that the resolution Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask DEPARTMENT OF STATE be agreed to, the preamble be agreed unanimous consent that the resolution SCOTT P. BROWN, OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, TO BE AMBAS- to, and the motions to reconsider be be agreed to and the motion to recon- SADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO NEW ZEALAND, considered made and laid upon the sider be considered made and laid upon AND TO SERVE CONCURRENTLY AND WITHOUT ADDI- table with no intervening action or de- the table with no intervening action or TIONAL COMPENSATION AS AMBASSADOR EXTRAOR- DINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES bate. debate. OF AMERICA TO THE INDEPENDENT STATE OF SAMOA.

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JOHN J. SULLIVAN, OF MARYLAND, TO BE DEPUTY SEC- CARL TAYLOR JENKINS, OF VIRGINIA THE FOLLOWING–NAMED MEMBERS OF THE FOREIGN RETARY OF STATE, VICE ANTONY BLINKEN, RESIGNED. GREGORY ALAN JOHNSON, OF VIRGINIA SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTER- CATHLEEN MAURA JONES, OF VIRGINIA NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FOR- DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ROBERT HERBERT JOSWIAK, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- EIGN SERVICE OFFICER, A CONSULAR OFFICER, AND A STEPHEN ELLIOTT BOYD, OF ALABAMA, TO BE AN AS- LUMBIA SECRETARY IN THE DIPLOMATIC SERVICE OF THE SISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, VICE PETER JOSEPH ERIKA H. KARASIEWICZ, OF VIRGINIA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: CAITLIN MAUREEN KEEGAN, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- KADZIK. EDWARD FRANCIS ACEVEDO, OF FLORIDA LUMBIA BRIAN THOMAS ANDERSON, OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY PATRICIA ELIZABETH KEHOE, OF VIRGINIA MEGAN ELLSBETH KENNY, OF WASHINGTON JONATHAN A. ARMAH, OF WISCONSIN LEE FRANCIS CISSNA, OF MARYLAND, TO BE DIRECTOR BAILEY KIMSSY, OF VIRGINIA JONATHAN ERIC BANCO, OF CONNECTICUT OF UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION MARC J. KLINE, OF VIRGINIA RAZIA ZARINA BAQAI, OF CALIFORNIA SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, VICE PATRICK JAMES KNAPP, OF NEW YORK RAYMA BARAN, OF TEXAS LEON RODRIGUEZ. PATRICIA LOUISE KNISELEY, OF VIRGINIA SARAH ATWOOD BARMA, OF NEBRASKA JOANNE ELLEN KRAMB, OF VIRGINIA MICHAEL THOMAS BEHAN, OF CALIFORNIA FOREIGN SERVICE SCOTT MICHAEL KRUSHINSKI, OF VIRGINIA LILLIAN D BENJAMIN, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA THE FOLLOWING–NAMED MEMBERS OF THE FOREIGN DEREK JAMES KVERNO, OF CALIFORNIA KENT ANTHONY MACKINNON BENSON, OF FLORIDA SERVICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE TO BE A CON- CAYLEY ELYSE LAMB, OF VIRGINIA STEPHEN F. BERLINGUETTE, OF FLORIDA SULAR OFFICER AND A SECRETARY IN THE DIPLOMATIC PATTY BADA LANE, OF VIRGINIA NATHANIEL BILLS, OF VERMONT SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: ERIC JOHN LARSON, OF VIRGINIA BRINTON EDWARD BOHLING, OF VIRGINIA MARY H. LAWAL, OF VIRGINIA KIMBERLY ANN BOSTWICK, OF MARYLAND JOEL JUSTIN AGALSOFF, OF VIRGINIA JESSE ZELUCK LEEDS, OF VIRGINIA CIBELES GARCIA BURT, OF TEXAS MICHAEL ANDRUCHOW, OF VIRGINIA VICTORIA ELIZABETH LEWIS–YOUNG, OF NEW JERSEY HAROLD GEORGE CAREY, JR., OF CALIFORNIA JONATHAN MANUEL ARAYA, OF VIRGINIA PAIJ BRIGITTE LINTZ, OF VIRGINIA DAVID B. CHALMERS, OF WASHINGTON MEAGHAN CHRISTINE ARCHER, OF VIRGINIA ALEKSANDRA MARIA LIPSCOMB, OF VIRGINIA CORY COLEMAN, OF ALABAMA DANIEL JACOB BABINSKI, OF VIRGINIA ADAM RYAN LONGENECKER, OF VIRGINIA JENNIFER CONNOLLY, OF PENNSYLVANIA AMIN SHEILONI BAILEY, OF VIRGINIA GRAHAM TRUITT MACDONALD, OF FLORIDA TIMOTHY GUSTAVO CURTIN, OF MISSOURI ELIZABETH REUSS BAIOCCHI, OF FLORIDA ANUM SHAUKAT MALIK, OF VIRGINIA JOSEPH B. DEVER, OF MICHIGAN MERAH IRIS BAIRD, OF VIRGINIA SHEHERBANO MALIK, OF VIRGINIA CHARLEE NICOLE DOOM, OF NEW YORK AMY EILEEN BARNES, OF VIRGINIA BRIAN BEARCE MALLOY, OF ILLINOIS NICOLE ENERSEN, OF MINNESOTA BRIAN ANTHONY BARONE, OF NEW YORK SARA ELSBETH MANN, OF VIRGINIA JESSICA R. FABER, OF WASHINGTON REBECCA CHRISTINE BEARDSLEY, OF VIRGINIA LAUREN CHRISTINE MANNERS, OF VIRGINIA JACINTO F. FABIOSA, OF IOWA DANIELLE M. BERRA, OF VIRGINIA COLLIN MICHAEL MANNING, OF VIRGINIA TODD EVAN FLOWER, OF MISSOURI CHRISTINA HERTA BERTRAND, OF VIRGINIA KATHERINE ANNE MARKEY, OF VIRGINIA JUAN J. GAMBOA, OF TEXAS DEVIN DRAKE BICKMORE, OF VIRGINIA LESLIE EDNA MARKS, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ROY JOSEPH GEISER, OF VIRGINIA JEFFREY ROBERT BITTER, OF VIRGINIA COREY D. MARTIN, OF VIRGINIA THOMAS GIBB, OF COLORADO ALEXANDER JAMES BLACK, OF GEORGIA FIONA ROSE MASLAND, OF MASSACHUSETTS JAMES M. GILMAN, OF MASSACHUSETTS JOHN YOUNG BONDS IV, OF TEXAS BRIAN J. MASSEY, OF VIRGINIA JUSTIN ROSS GUNNOE, OF OHIO BRANDON WAYNE BOYATT, OF VIRGINIA LAQUANA LEIGH MCCALL, OF VIRGINIA CAITLIN GAYLE HALL, OF FLORIDA ERIC THOMAS BRASSIL, OF VIRGINIA MATTHEW RYAN MCCARTY, OF FLORIDA FRANCIS XAVIER HIGDON, OF FLORIDA TONI RAQUEL BRINK, OF VIRGINIA ANDRE SHAUN MCGLASHAN, OF VIRGINIA CAROLINE B. HILLAS, OF VIRGINIA CHARLENE SUZANNE BROWN, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- JOHN DEAN MCGREGOR III, OF MICHIGAN SHAWNA GILLESPIE HIRSCH, OF WASHINGTON LUMBIA DOMINIC PAUL MCINTYRE, OF VIRGINIA CHRISTOPHER ANDREW HOBBS, OF MASSACHUSETTS MARSHA L. BROWN, OF VIRGINIA KRISTIN AUSTRA MEANS, OF HAWAII COLIN MARK HOLMES, OF CALIFORNIA GREGORY S. BROWN, OF VIRGINIA WILLIAM D. MENZIE, OF VIRGINIA MARK K. HYLAND, OF CALIFORNIA TARA LYNN DI TROLIO CAMPBELL, OF VIRGINIA RICHARD A. MERCURIO, OF VIRGINIA MARKHAM ANTHONY ISOM, OF FLORIDA MARIJA CANIC, OF VIRGINIA LYLE VINCENT MIKOWICZ, OF NORTH CAROLINA JOHN JIRASEK, OF MINNESOTA DAVID W. CARR, OF VIRGINIA RONALD P. MILLER, OF VIRGINIA NERY Y. JUBERT RIVERA, OF MARYLAND ANA ALICIA CARRIEDO, OF VIRGINIA ANUPAM MOHANTY, OF VIRGINIA CHRISTINE KATIN, OF FLORIDA I JUN CHEN, OF VIRGINIA SCOTT ANDREW MOORE, OF MASSACHUSETTS ANNA IRIS KATZ, OF PENNSYLVANIA MATTHEW CLAYTON CHILDS, OF VIRGINIA EMMA ECKERT MOROS, OF VERMONT CHELSEA JACCARD KAUFMAN, OF VIRGINIA KWANG U. K. CHUNG, OF NEVADA NORMA IRIS MOZEE, OF COLORADO JAMES PATRICK KELLEHER, OF VIRGINIA GABRIELLE CHWAZIK–GEE, OF NEW YORK CLAIRE S. NEELY, OF VIRGINIA JULIA C. KENNEDY, OF TEXAS CASEY RICHARD CLARK, OF VIRGINIA JOSHUA MICHAEL NELSON, OF FLORIDA AMBER LILY KENNY, OF MISSOURI SEAN P. COGHLAN, OF VIRGINIA MELLISA LEA NELSON, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ASHLEY M. KING, OF WASHINGTON GREGORY ROBERT COLLINS, OF VIRGINIA DANE CLIFFORD RICHARD NIELSEN, OF VIRGINIA DENNIS KNECHT, OF OHIO RYAN WEISS COOPER, OF VIRGINIA CHRISTOPHER PANKIEWICZ NOHR, OF VIRGINIA LUKE RICHARD LEDENBACH, OF ILLINOIS JORDAN PAIGE COUGHENOUR, OF VIRGINIA GREGORY JOSEPH NORTON, OF VIRGINIA STEPHEN FONTAINE LITTLE, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- MICHAEL ANDREW CRAMER, OF CALIFORNIA ANNE LOVE NUECHTERLEIN, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- LUMBIA TRAMPES CHRISTOPHER CROW, OF VIRGINIA LUMBIA JESSICA–LOUISE BASS LOPEZ, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- COREY J. CROWLEY, OF VIRGINIA KATHERINE A. O’LEARY, OF VIRGINIA LUMBIA JENNY LYNN CURATOLA, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA JOHN ROBERT OLSON, OF VIRGINIA PATRICE A.D. LOPEZ, OF MARYLAND BENJAMIN JOHN CUSHING, OF VIRGINIA JONATHAN JARRETT ORR, OF VIRGINIA KENNETH W. MACLEAN, OF FLORIDA THOMAS A. DALTON, OF VIRGINIA SHANNON D. OTTMERS, OF VIRGINIA KATELIN B. MAHER, OF FLORIDA BRYAN RUSSEL DELEUW, OF VIRGINIA KRYSTAL AMANDA OVERMYER, OF NEBRASKA TERHI H. MAJANEN, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MARCO J. DELGADO RODRIGUEZ, OF VIRGINIA MONALISA PAK–ARCHER, OF VIRGINIA COURTNEY MCGILL MALONEY, OF MICHIGAN KEITH J. DOMINICK, OF VIRGINIA RUBY REYNA CHAN PARKER, OF MASSACHUSETTS ASHLEY B. MARCUS, OF VIRGINIA ANGUS JAMES DOWTON, OF CONNECTICUT SHANNON A. PARONG, OF VIRGINIA ANDREW MALONE MCCOWN, OF TEXAS THERESA MARGUERITE VERMEULEN DRAKE, OF VIR- KELLY LYNN PEDRONI, OF VIRGINIA ALEXIS MCGINNESS, OF CALIFORNIA GINIA ELIZABETH A. PENDZICK, OF VIRGINIA DHULCE–JANICE MCGUIRE, OF VIRGINIA MICHELLE LYNNE DURANT, OF VIRGINIA STEPHEN V. PERRY, OF VIRGINIA ISABELLE CHRISTINA MULIN, OF TEXAS CHRISTINE MARIA DWULET, OF VIRGINIA ALEXANDER ROBERT PICKETT, OF VIRGINIA SARAH MUWANGA–MASAGAZI, OF NORTH CAROLINA CHRISTOPHER JAMES EDGECOMB, OF GEORGIA ALLISON J. PILGER, OF VIRGINIA ANDREW JAMES NELSON, OF VIRGINIA APRIL MAE ELDREDGE, OF VIRGINIA ANDREW FORREST POE, OF VIRGINIA JANE ASHLEY NETHERTON, OF KENTUCKY LESLIE MARIE ELDRIDGE, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- ROBERT PHILIP POVTAK, OF VIRGINIA DANI L. NEWCOMB, OF FLORIDA BIA MARION EILEEN PREDA, OF VIRGINIA MARK ANDREW NEWTON, OF VIRGINIA ROBERT C. ELLIOTT, OF VIRGINIA JAMES TATE PRESTON, OF VIRGINIA OGHALE A.D. ODDO, OF KENTUCKY ANNA EROKHINA, OF VIRGINIA MICHAEL FRANCIS QUINE, OF VIRGINIA THERESA FINN OUTLAW, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ALISON K. ESQUIVEL, OF VIRGINIA ROBERT LEE REEVES, OF UTAH OLEKSANDRA MYKOLAYIVNA PRICE, OF NEW YORK ELIZABETH MARIE ESTELA, OF VIRGINIA CHRISTINE NOELLE REYES, OF VIRGINIA GUADALUPE ELIZABETH RAMIREZ, OF THE DISTRICT OF PENNY FIELDS, OF WASHINGTON CHRISTINA W. ROHRS, OF VIRGINIA COLUMBIA JEFFREY FINE, OF VIRGINIA JAMES B. RYAN, OF VIRGINIA MATTHEW DAVID RUSSELL, OF WISCONSIN THOMAS HAROLD FINKEN, JR., OF NEW YORK ANNE ELIZABETH SACKVILLE–WEST, OF THE DISTRICT DANIEL PATRICK RYAN, OF CALIFORNIA CARL F. FIORELLO, OF VIRGINIA OF COLUMBIA MELISSA A. SCHERER, OF VIRGINIA JOEL BRENDON FITCH, OF FLORIDA JASON E. SASALA, OF VIRGINIA KRISTI SCHOBER, OF TEXAS ANNE COVINGTON FOSS, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MOMOKO SATO, OF VIRGINIA AGATHE SECTOR, OF FLORIDA TIMOTHY J. FRANCIS, OF VIRGINIA SCOTT D. SCHAIPER, OF VIRGINIA JOSEPH A. SIDARI, OF ILLINOIS MARCUS SMOLIC FREDERICK–ROSE, OF VIRGINIA GREGORY THOMAS SCHROEDER, OF VIRGINIA AMY M. SOUTHWORTH, OF PENNSYLVANIA AMBER MARIE GARLOCK, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- NICHOLAS JOHN SCHUCK, OF OHIO JOANN CARLA SPARACINO, OF WASHINGTON BIA AMANDA CHRISTINE SHIFFLETT, OF VIRGINIA DYLAN J. STEARNS, OF FLORIDA CHELSEA NICOLE GEIER, OF WISCONSIN EDWARD DONGCHUL SHIN, OF VIRGINIA SHANNON LYNN STONE, OF WISCONSIN CHRISTINE E. GERSON, OF VIRGINIA LINDA LEE SHIN, OF VIRGINIA DAVID J. STRINE, OF CONNECTICUT KATHRYN K. GHENT, OF VIRGINIA BENJAMIN WICKE SHOAF, OF VIRGINIA PAMELA LESLIE STRONG, OF OREGON SAMUEL PATRICK GLEASON, OF TEXAS KARINA BRITKOVA SILVER, OF VIRGINIA ALENA JUNKO TANSEY, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ADAM GOODBERG, OF VIRGINIA CASEY RAYE SIMMONS, OF VIRGINIA JASON P TAYLOR, OF IDAHO GREGORY FOSTER GOVORUHK, OF VIRGINIA JESSICA SUSAN SKREBES, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- MARIA JULIA TELEVANTOS, OF PENNSYLVANIA ROSARIO GRANADOS–RUIZ, OF VIRGINIA BIA JOHN NICHOLAS THUROW, OF WYOMING JAMES GARRISON GREENLEAF, OF OKLAHOMA NATHAN ROGER PRIBBLE SLATTENGREN, OF IDAHO SERGIU ZGRIPCEA TROIE, OF MASSACHUSETTS LAURA MARIE GUNDERSON, OF VIRGINIA CLAUDE VANDIVER SMITH, OF VIRGINIA LAURA MONICA VILLANUEVA, OF VIRGINIA ANA HACIC–VLAHOVIC, OF VIRGINIA CHRISTOPHER BEARD COPEN SORENSEN, OF VIRGINIA CONSTANCE WARHOL, OF MINNESOTA KEITH ERIK HAGER, OF NEW YORK NATHAN ANDREW ST. JOHN, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- STACEY T. WARREN, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AARON RAY HALL, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BIA THIBAUT WILLIAMS, OF VIRGINIA JASON BRADFORD HARMS, OF COLORADO JOHN ROBERT STARK, OF FLORIDA ERIN N. WROBLEWSKI, OF INDIANA RAFI HAROUTUNIAN, OF VIRGINIA ROBERT WILLIAM STUCKEY, JR., OF VIRGINIA GRACE YANG, OF VIRGINIA ELIZABETH A. HARPER, OF VIRGINIA KATHLEEN M. SUDDARTH, OF VIRGINIA SHANNON R. YOUNG, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BETHANY ANNE HAWORTH, OF VIRGINIA SADIE LEE THIMSEN, OF VIRGINIA KATHERINE YOUNKER, OF CALIFORNIA KYLE JOSEPH HENNING, OF OREGON ERIN ROGAN THURBER, OF DELAWARE BENJAMIN D. ZINNER, OF MINNESOTA KATHRYN D. HINKLE, OF VIRGINIA MARTIN ALEXANDER THURN, OF FLORIDA MICHAEL ALLEN HINKLE, OF VIRGINIA JULIE GAIL TRAWEEK, OF TEXAS THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE HIEP ANH HOANG, OF VIRGINIA JENNIFER MARIE TURNER, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES SHARON M. HOCH, OF VIRGINIA BIA AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR PRO- ZACHARY JOHN HODYNA, OF MICHIGAN MARIE TONYA VLAHOS, OF VIRGINIA MOTION WITHIN THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE MATTHEW ALAN HOFFER, OF VIRGINIA BENJAMIN DAVIS WHITNEY, OF VIRGINIA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CLASS OF MINISTER– ANGIE M. HUNT, OF VIRGINIA LAUREN VICTORIA WILLY, OF COLORADO COUNSELOR: JILLIAN LARSEN ITHARAT, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUM- COURTNEY ANN WYCHE, OF VIRGINIA JIM NELSON BARNHART, JR., OF GEORGIA BIA HYOJUNG YANG, OF VIRGINIA ANDREW M. HERSCOWITZ, OF CALIFORNIA LLOYD JACKSON, OF VIRGINIA IVA ZIZA, OF MARYLAND TERESA L. MCGHIE, OF NEVADA

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THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE DAVID A. ASHFORD, OF NEW YORK DAVID GOSSACK, OF CALIFORNIA FOREIGN SERVICE FOR PROMOTION INTO THE SENIOR JEFFERY S. AUSTIN, OF SOUTH CAROLINA SARAH KEMP, OF NEW YORK FOREIGN SERVICE, AS A CAREER MEMBER OF THE SEN- GEORGE A. BALL III, OF FLORIDA KEITH KIRKHAM, OF MAINE IOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF THERESA L. BOYLE, OF COLORADO THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE AMERICA, CLASS OF COUNSELOR: LEONIDES L. CARDENAS, OF FLORIDA FOREIGN SERVICE FOR PROMOTION INTO THE SENIOR DARYA CHEHREZAD, OF CALIFORNIA HAVEN G. CRUZ–HUBBARD, OF MARYLAND FOREIGN SERVICE, AS A CAREER MEMBER OF THE SEN- CYNTHIA K. DUERR, OF FLORIDA TIMOTHY J. DONNAY, OF VERMONT IOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF RUSSELL A. DUNCAN, OF MARYLAND JOSEPH L. DORSEY, OF VIRGINIA AMERICA, CLASS OF COUNSELOR: PETER WILLIAM DUFFY, OF NEW HAMPSHIRE CONRAD ESTRADA, OF NEW YORK STEPHEN ALLEY, OF TENNESSEE JOHN L. DUNLOP, OF VIRGINIA KELAN R. EVANS, OF MISSOURI ISABELLA CASCARANO, OF VIRGINIA MICHAEL JAMES EDDY, OF MISSOURI JOHN F. GILMORE, OF FLORIDA WILLIAM CZAJKOWSKI, OF CALIFORNIA GABRIEL F. GRAU, OF FLORIDA JOHN J. HURLEY, OF MARYLAND BRIAN MCCLEARY, OF VIRGINIA ALER GRUBBS, OF INDIANA JEROMY J. MCKIM, OF WYOMING MARY AILEEN NANDI, OF NEW HAMPSHIRE ANDREW DAVID HOLLAND, OF CALIFORNIA DAVID G. MIDGARDEN, OF FLORIDA ALYCE CAMILLE RICHARDSON, OF THE DISTRICT OF CO- KAREN R. HUNTER, OF FLORIDA ROBERTO E. PANTALEON, OF FLORIDA JENNIFER MARIE LINK, OF ILLINOIS MARK C. PRESCOTT, OF NEW HAMPSHIRE LUMBIA SANDRA K. MINKEL, OF NEVADA SCOTT D. SAXE, OF PENNSYLVANIA SCOTT SHAW, OF ILLINOIS DIANE B. MOORE, OF NEW YORK ROBERT T. TANAKA, OF OHIO DOUGLAS WALLACE, OF CALIFORNIA THOMAS R. MORRIS, OF VIRGINIA FRED WANG, OF MARYLAND PAMELA WARD, OF CALIFORNIA MARGARET ELIZABETH ENIS SPEARS, OF MARYLAND SHARON WILLIAMS, OF KANSAS TANYA S. URQUIETA, OF SOUTH DAKOTA JEFFREY G. WILLNOW, OF OREGON f ANNE N. WILLIAMS, OF MARYLAND THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES DE- CONFIRMATION SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES DE- PARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FOR PROMOTION WITHIN PARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FOR PROMOTION WITHIN THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CLASS OF CAREER MINISTER: Executive nomination confirmed by OF AMERICA, CLASS OF MINISTER–COUNSELOR: DAVID CHARLES MILLER, OF WASHINGTON the Senate April 25, 2017: SCOTT S. SINDELAR, OF MINNESOTA JEANNE F. BAILEY, OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CLAY M. HAMILTON, OF TEXAS THE FOLLOWING–NAMED MEMBERS OF THE FOREIGN BOBBY GENE RICHEY, JR., OF TEXAS SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COM- ROD J. ROSENSTEIN, OF MARYLAND, TO BE DEPUTY AT- ERIC A. WENBERG, OF WYOMING MERCE FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FOREIGN SERVICE OFFI- TORNEY GENERAL. THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE CER, A CONSULAR OFFICER, AND A SECRETARY IN THE FOREIGN SERVICE FOR PROMOTION INTO THE SENIOR DIPLOMATIC SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMER- f FOREIGN SERVICE, AS A CAREER MEMBER OF THE SEN- ICA: IOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF FRED AZIZ, OF FLORIDA AMERICA, CLASS OF COUNSELOR: DAWN BRUNO, OF FLORIDA WITHDRAWAL ALI ABDI, OF VIRGINIA JULIE ANN CARDUCCI, OF FLORIDA MICHAEL LEO CONLON, OF VIRGINIA JAMES PRESTON CURTIS, OF GEORGIA Executive Message transmitted by PAUL ALLEN SPENCER–MACGREGOR, OF VIRGINIA MINDI B. HERTZOG, OF FLORIDA the President to the Senate on April 25, W. GARTH THORBURN II, OF FLORIDA NEIL PAUL PICKETT, OF FLORIDA ROBERT HENRY HANSON, OF WISCONSIN MATTHEW QUIGLEY, OF MICHIGAN 2017 withdrawing from further Senate THE FOLLOWING–NAMED MEMBERS OF THE FOREIGN NATHALIE SCHARF, OF FLORIDA consideration the following nomina- SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AG- THE FOLLOWING–NAMED CAREER MEMBERS OF THE tion: RICULTURE FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FOREIGN SERVICE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES DE- OFFICER, A CONSULAR OFFICER, AND A SECRETARY IN PARTMENT OF COMMERCE FOR PROMOTION WITHIN THE TODD M. RICKETTS, OF ILLINOIS, TO BE DEPUTY SEC- THE DIPLOMATIC SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES OF RETARY OF COMMERCE, WHICH WAS SENT TO THE SEN- AMERICA: AMERICA, CLASS OF MINISTER–COUNSELOR: ATE ON JANUARY 20, 2017.

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RECOGNIZING THE STATE CHAM- After completing his studies, Dave practiced his wife Emily, who serves as Director of PIONSHIP MORAVIA HIGH law in the private sector for eight years before Member Services for the Senate Majority SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL joining the United States Attorney’s Office in Whip, JOHN CORNYN of Texas, upon the birth TEAM 1985. From 1991 to 2007, he served as first of their beautiful daughter. Madelaine Walker assistant and was responsible for the daily op- Kirlin arrived into the world at 5:50 pm on HON. JOHN KATKO erations of the office. During his career, Mr. Monday April 24, 2017 at Sibley Memorial OF NEW YORK Capp served as interim United States Attorney Hospital in Washington, D.C. Madelaine on multiple occasions under administrations of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES weighed nine pounds and measured twenty- both political parties. This unique history is a one inches long. Madelaine is their second Tuesday, April 25, 2017 testament to the esteem held for Mr. Capp’s child, and her big brother Brock is just as ex- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to impeccable ethics and extraordinary talent. He cited as his parents. recognize the victory of the Moravia High also became the terrorism coordinator after I would also like to congratulate Madelaine’s School Boys’ Basketball Team in the New the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On grandparents, Michael Kirlin of Bethany York State Public High School Association December 23, 2009, David Capp was nomi- Beach, Delaware, and Brock and Cameron Hill Class C Championship on March 18, 2017. nated for United States Attorney for the North- of Crossville, Tennessee. Congratulations to The Moravia Blue Devils defeated the Lake ern District of Indiana and was confirmed by the entire Kirlin and Hill families as they wel- George Warriors by a score of 54–39 to se- the Senate on April 22, 2010. come their newest addition of pure pride and Throughout his noteworthy career, Mr. Capp cure the Blue Devils’ first state title in program joy. history. has been unwavering in his professional du- ties and in his pursuit of justice. Through his The Blue Devils, who finished the season f 22–5, were determined to win the program’s work, he has ensured the safety of those he first state title. Junior Kaleb Stayton led the has served, whether from violence, ethical CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT team with 17 points followed by senior Jordan lapses, the despoilment of our environment, or OF MS. TRACY CIAMPAGLIO Crossgrove with 12 points. Members of the predatory economic activity. David’s pains- AFTER 29 YEARS OF TEACHING state championship team include Stayton, taking commitment to justice has been wit- Crossgrove, Zack Becker, LinWei Chen, nessed time and again. He has left our world Parker Dickenson, Jack Fedrizzi, Carter Flick, a better place to live and given the people of HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN Gavin Genson, Kaden Hooper, Austin Kulas, our nation a future that is brighter because he OF VIRGINIA walked among us. Dustin Mondics, Gabe Short, Scottie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sovocool, and Zack Stanton. The team is Attorney Capp and I both grew up in the Glen Park neighborhood of Gary, Indiana. Al- coached by Todd Mulvaney. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 though we did not know each other growing I am honored to recognize the teamwork up, I have been blessed by David’s friendship Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to displayed by the Moravia Blue Devils and to for nearly four decades. And not possessing recognize and celebrate the retirement of Ms. congratulate the members of the team, their his legal acumen, I am proud to note that he Tracy Ciampaglio after 29 years of teaching. families, the coaching staff, and teachers at is the unquestioned national expert on fraud Tracy began teaching preschool in 1988 Moravia High School. This is a historic win for committed in uncontested elections. while in graduate school. From 1990 to 1994, Central New York and I am confident that the In summary, I most respect David Capp’s Tracy taught first grade and preschool, mar- positive experiences from the 2017 season will commitment to working hard and doing his ried her husband Timothy and cared for their yield continued success in both athletics and best. I appreciate his judicious temperament, first child. From 1994 to 1997, Tracy ran a academics. his dogged belief in doing the right thing—al- Parents Anonymous group that sought to f ways—and his unshakable devotion to public teach good parenting skills to the community. HONORING DAVID CAPP service. During this timeframe, Tracy and Timothy wel- Mr. Speaker, David Capp is the best. His comed their second child. From 1997 to 2006, leadership has introduced permanent positive Tracy taught preschool through first grade in HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY changes throughout Northern Indiana and our four different states while Timothy was de- OF INDIANA state. His vision has provided all of us with a ployed with the U.S. Coast Guard. This year, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guide to an improved and gentler future. His is Tracy will be retiring after 11 years as a sixth Tuesday, April 25, 2017 a life we should all seek to emulate. and seventh grade teacher at Holy Cross Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with pro- Academy. During Tracy’s 29 years, she has distinguished colleagues join me in paying trib- taught 1,650 students. found respect and admiration that I take this ute to an outstanding public servant and to time to honor David Capp and to wish him Tracy’s passion for educating can be seen wish him well upon his retirement. David in the lives she has impacted. Through Tracy’s well upon his retirement from his position as Capp’s impact on the region will be witnessed United States Attorney. For his relentless dedi- classes, many students who had difficulties by generations to come, and for his many con- reading not only received help and care, but cation to the people of Northwest Indiana and tributions, he is deserving of our gratitude. beyond, he is worthy of the highest praise. In also developed a passion for reading. Tracy honor of Dave’s remarkable career, a f consistently has former students visit to thank celebratory event will be held on Wednesday, IN RECOGNITION OF MADELAINE her for how she impacted their education and April 26, 2017, at the Hammond Federal WALKER KIRLIN lives. Courthouse. As the spouse of an educator and as some- David Capp graduated from Lew Wallace HON. PATRICK MEEHAN one who has known the Ciampaglio family for High School in Gary, Indiana, in 1968. He many years, I know firsthand the commitment OF PENNSYLVANIA went on to graduate with a Bachelor of the and sacrifice that Tracy has made through her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Arts degree from the University of Wis- life’s work of educating our Nation’s youth. I consin—Madison in 1972 and earned his Juris Tuesday, April 25, 2017 admire and applaud Tracy for her lifelong Doctor degree from the Valparaiso University Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- commitment to her calling and for her service School of Law in 1977. gratulate my Chief of Staff, Michael Kirlin, and to this great nation.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP8.007 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E524 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2017 RECOGNIZING THE STATE CHAM- IN RECOGNITION OF JOHN RUS- LaTroy Hawkins, Kenny Lofton, Lloyd PIONSHIP ONONDAGA THUNDER SELL OF CMS AND CONSUMERS McClendon and Ron Kittle, to name a few. BOYS ICE HOCKEY TEAM ENERGY FOR THE DEDICATION Players and coaches alike have observed OF THE JOHN G. RUSSELL LEAD- Phil’s enjoyment, pride, and passion for offici- ERSHIP CENTER ating. Consequently, he is highly respected for HON. JOHN KATKO his dedication, knowledge, and the fairness he OF NEW YORK HON. BILL HUIZENGA brings to the game. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MICHIGAN In addition to umpiring, Phil volunteered at the College Football Hall of Fame at its pre- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, April 25, 2017 vious location in South Bend, Indiana, where Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to he enjoyed greeting visitors and assisting with recognize the victory of the Onondaga Thun- Mr. HUIZENGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to assembling exhibits and displays. An avid der Boys’ Ice Hockey Team in the U14 Tier 3 recognize John Russell, Chairman of the sports enthusiast, Phil is a devoted fan of the New York State Championship on March 5, Board of Directors for CMS and Consumers Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks and 2017. The Onondaga Thunder defeated White Energy, for the dedication of the John G. Rus- spends the offseason rooting for and attending Plains by a score of 5–1 in the title game. sell Leadership Center in Grand Rapids, Notre Dame football games. With this win, the Onondaga Thunder took Michigan. Customer-focused and data-driven, I must also add that I have known this won- home the state title for the second time in John has inspired countless employees to ac- derful gentleman since we started first grade three years. complish extraordinary things, and with the together at Saint Mark’s Grade School in opening of this center, his legacy will continue Members of the state championship team Gary, Indiana. I have been blessed by his to train and motivate leaders for generations include Jordan Joslyn, Brackton Bowler, Tan- friendship my entire life and consider him a to come. ner Burns, Kaleb Benedict, Brett Collier, Zach most generous soul who has served the youth During his 35-year career in the energy in- of our state his entire life. His is a life we Delaney, Ben Hammond, Josh Kuchinski, dustry, John valued leadership and was deep- Tyler Murray, Brad O’Neil, Derek Shumaker, should all seek to emulate. ly committed to developing strong, capable Mr. Speaker, I ask you and all of our fellow Luke Pinkney, and Dominick Tutino. The team leaders throughout the company. He chal- is coached by Greg Burns and assistants colleagues to join me in commending Phil lenged the organization to consistently deliver ‘‘Hambone’’ Hamilton for his 50 dedicated Greg Murray and Tom Joslyn. breakthrough results and leave Michigan bet- I am honored to recognize the teamwork years of serving the youth of his community. ter than he found it. I applaud his distinguished officiating career displayed by the Onondaga Thunder and to A longtime Grand Rapids resident, John and passion for the game, and I am pleased congratulate the members of the team, their was President and Chief Executive Officer of to honor him today. families, and the coaching staff. This is a his- CMS and Consumers Energy from May 2010 toric win for Central New York and I am con- to July 2016. He was named Chairman of the f fident that the positive experiences from the Boards of CMS and Consumers Energy in 2017 season will yield continued success in May 2016. RECOGNIZING THE STATE CHAM- both athletics and academics. John also served on the boards of Grand PIONSHIP SKANEATELES GIRLS Valley State University, Business Leaders for VARSITY ICE HOCKEY TEAM f Michigan, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Hubbell Inc. and The Right Place Inc. HON. JOHN KATKO HONORING MRS. SHARON GIESE Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me OF NEW YORK in honoring John Russell for his outstanding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DAVID SCHWEIKERT leadership and commitment to the state of Michigan. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 OF ARIZONA f Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING MR. PHIL ‘‘HAMBONE’’ recognize the victory of the Skaneateles Girls Tuesday, April 25, 2017 HAMILTON Varsity Ice Hockey Team in the 2017 New York State Public High School Athletic Asso- Mr. SCHWEIKERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise ciation Championship on February 11, 2017. today to celebrate the life of a great friend to HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY The Skaneateles Lakers defeated Orchard Arizona, Mrs. Sharon Giese, who passed OF INDIANA Park by a score of 5–1 for their second state away on April 19, 2017. Sharon distinguished IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES title. herself in our community as a thoughtful lead- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 The Lakers, who never trailed a game and er and respected advocate. Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my had nine shutouts, finished out a perfect sea- Sharon Giese served with distinction as Ari- honor and privilege to stand before you and son with a 19–0 record. They scored 109 zona’s Republican National Committeewoman my fellow colleagues today to recognize Mr. goals this past season, while only getting from 2002 until her retirement in 2016. She Phil ‘‘Hambone’’ Hamilton, as he celebrates scored on 13 times. Members of the was President of the Arizona Federation of the 50th Anniversary of his baseball and soft- undefeated state championship team include Republican Women (AZFRW) from 1992 to ball umpiring career. For his lifetime of devo- Sophie Kush, Alison Weiss, Maria McLean, 1993; she was a supporter of and parliamen- tion to the youth in the community of North- Johna Halko, Lauren Jones, Kat Lindgren, tarian for the AFRW and National Federal of west Indiana and beyond, through the sports Katie Halko, Emily Cox, Grace Schnorr, Abby Republican Women for many decades; she of baseball and softball, Phil Hamilton is to be Kuhns, Cecily Kawejsza, Katrina Harter, Anne served several years as the official profes- commended. Rubel, Megan Teachout, Heather Tanzella, sional parliamentarian for the Chairman of The Phil’s love for umpiring began when he be- Jessica Smith, Sophia Burns, Ioanna Christou, Republican National Committee as well as the came a baseball team manager while attend- Grace Kush, Campbell Torrey, and Caroline Arizona Republican Party Chair at various ing Lew Wallace High School in Gary, Indiana. Corbett. The team is coached by Andy Rozak. meetings and conventions for over a decade; He was given the opportunity to umpire at a Not only did the Lakers play hard this sea- she was a delegate to Republican National practice game, and from that day forward, Phil son, but they studied hard as well. The Lakers Conventions in 2008, 2012 and 2016, held discovered his passion and skill for officiating. were also a New York State Scholar Athlete multiple positions in the Arizona Republican After high school, while working at U.S. team due to their academic accomplishments. Party, supported Republican Teens, was an Steel, Phil began umpiring for the Gary Little I am honored to recognize the teamwork elected precinct committeewoman, member for League, Gary Babe Ruth League, the National displayed by the Skaneateles Lakers and to many years on AZGOP central committee and Softball Association, the Amateur Softball As- congratulate the members of the team, their a Presidential Elector in 2016. sociation, and high school games throughout families, the coaching staff, and teachers at I am proud to honor the life and legacy of Northwest Indiana. Upon retiring from U.S. Skaneateles High School. This is a historic Mrs. Sharon Giese for her tireless and de- Steel, after thirty-six years of service, he win for Central New York and I am confident voted service to our country. I extend my con- began officiating full-time. that the positive experiences from the 2017 dolences to all of her friends, family, and loved As an umpire, he has called many games season will yield continued success in both ones. featuring future major league baseball players athletics and academics.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP8.008 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E525 IN APPRECIATION OF JAMES reer working at the University of Iowa and the ity. She truly has been an inspiration to stu- LIEBERMAN’S CAREER AT U.S. University of Colorado until his move to Uni- dents, staff, faculty, and colleagues throughout CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTEC- versity of Pittsburgh, where he remained until the state and our nation. TION AGENCY his retirement. In 2006, President George W. I extend my deepest appreciation to Berna- Bush awarded Dr. Starzl the National Medal of dette Gray-Little for her service and commit- HON. JAMIE RASKIN Science for his pioneering work in transplan- ment to the University of Kansas and I wish OF MARYLAND tation. He has also received awards from the her all the best in the years ahead. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES National Institute of Medicine, the American f Liver Foundation, the National Kidney Founda- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 tion, and the American Medical Foundation, HONORING MR. ROGER SHALALA Mr. RASKIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to among others. honor a fine constituent and public servant, Dr. Starzl was considered a ‘‘force of na- HON. JOHN KATKO James Lieberman. After thirty years, Mr. Lie- ture’’ to those who knew and loved him. One OF NEW YORK berman will be retiring from a prolific and sig- of his former students remarked that he came IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nificant career at the U.S. Customs and Bor- to recognize Dr. Starzl’s ‘‘work ethic and prag- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 der Protection Agency. matism as characteristics in many of my pa- Between 1985 and 2005, Mr. Lieberman’s tients and think that his salt-of-the-earth val- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to career blossomed as a U.S. Customs Service ues must have been instilled at an early age.’’ honor the esteemed career of Roger Shalala Contract Specialist. During this period, he I and other Iowans are proud to call Dr. Starzl following 50 years of dedicated service to the served as a Procuring and Administrative Con- one of our own. Elbridge Volunteer Fire Company in Elbridge, tracting Officer on many of the highest-visi- f New York. bility, highest-priority and highest-impact ac- On December 6, 1966, Mr. Shalala joined quisitions within the agency. From 2005 to BERNADETTE GRAY-LITTLE the Elbridge Volunteer Fire Company to serve 2007, Mr. Lieberman was asked to serve as his community. He served as the Depart- Chief of the Business Management Branch of HON. LYNN JENKINS ment’s President during 1968 and then main- the U.S. Customs and Border Protection OF KANSAS tained a 24 year tenure as Secretary, where Agency supervising contracting professionals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he gained a wealth of knowledge of the De- partment’s history and background. As such, who provided acquisition services to support Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the Offices of the Commissioner, Chief Coun- Mr. Shalala has become known as the resi- sel, International Trade, Internal Affairs, Con- Ms. JENKINS of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise dent historian of the Elbridge Volunteer Fire gressional Affairs, Public Affairs, Finance, today to recognize and congratulate Berna- Company. Training and Development, and Human Re- dette Gray-Little for her unwavering leadership During his time serving the Elbridge Volun- sources. Between 2007 and 2012 James and service as the 17th Chancellor of the Uni- teer Fire Company, Mr. Shalala’s passion for served as the Director of the Border Patrol versity of Kansas. As her tenure comes to an serving his community has never faltered. He Contracting Division. His division was respon- end and we reflect on her eight years as regularly volunteers at events to benefit the sible for acquiring all supplies, equipment and Chancellor, we celebrate the work Bernadette Department, including parades, fundraisers, services for Office of Border Patrol. After an Gray-Little has done to positively impact the pancake breakfasts, and chicken and biscuit exemplary demonstration of skill, Mr. Lieber- university, the state of Kansas, and beyond. dinners. man was asked to serve as the Director of the Chancellor Gray-Little has championed ini- It is my honor to recognize Roger Shalala’s Border Enforcement Contracting Division from tiatives for the University such as the imple- 50 years of devoted service to our community. 2012 to 2017. His career crescendoed during mentation of new admissions standards, f his time as the Acting Executive Director, Pro- prioritizing retention and graduation rates, and IN HONOR OF JESSICA MARK’S RE- curement Directorate, from 2016 to 2017. His succeeding at growing the freshman class for CEIPT OF THE YAVAPAI COUNTY department is comprised of seven divisions five consecutive years. She has overseen the TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD authorized for 166 full-time employees. physical transformation of KU’s campuses by We appreciate Mr. Lieberman’s profound securing support for new projects as well as commitment to public service and honor his major renovations for the university. HON. PAUL A. GOSAR long and successful career. Additionally, she has demonstrated courage OF ARIZONA f and compassion by leading university con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versations on matters such as sexual assault, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 HONORING DR. THOMAS E. STARZL diversity and inclusion, campus safety, and the living and working environment on the univer- Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, today I would like HON. DAVID LOEBSACK sity’s campus. to recognize Ms. Jessica Marks of Yavapai, OF IOWA When it comes to the state of Kansas, Arizona. Jessica is an accomplished and re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chancellor Gray-Little has made her imprint spected educator whose distinguished career through undertaking university efforts that has inspired countless young people in Ari- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 would help in creating new jobs to spur eco- zona to follow their dreams. Currently, she Mr. LOEBSACK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today nomic growth, launching startup companies, teaches Language Arts to the students of to honor Dr. Thomas E. Starzl of Les Mars, developing corporate partnerships, licensing Glassford Hill Middle School in Yavapai. Her Iowa. A pioneer in the world of science and new technologies, and fostering an entrepre- inspiring service to the youth of our district is medicine, Dr. Thomas E. Starzl will forever be neurial mindset among faculty, staff and stu- deserving of all of our admiration. It comes as remembered as an extraordinary member of dents alike. no surprise that she is being recognized as our community. Among his many accomplish- Chancellor Gray-Little demonstrated national the Yavapai County Teacher of the Year. ments, Dr. Starzl revolutionized medicine by leadership as a member of the board of direc- Jessica’s career in education began in successfully performing the first ever human tors of the Association of American Univer- 2011, where she taught at Liberty Traditional liver transplant. Dr. Starzl’s work saved thou- sities and the Association of Public and Land- School and later became a founding teacher sands of lives, and he became known as ‘‘the grant Universities. As a member on these at Prescott Valley’s Arizona Agribusiness and father of transplantation.’’ On March 4, 2017, boards, she played an important role on the Equine Center. On account of her teaching ex- Starzl passed away peacefully at his home in national level as a strong advocate for higher cellence, 100 percent of her students passed Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. education and the importance of research AIMS testing. Jessica has prioritized commu- Dr. Thomas Starzl was born in Les Mars, funding. We can see her impact as she led nity engagement, leadership skills and well- Iowa to a family of first generation Americans. the university to new heights in research fund- rounded character in her pedagogical ap- As an undergraduate, Dr. Starzl attended ing that will benefit people around the globe. proach. Outside of the classroom, she has Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri and As Chancellor of KU, Bernadette Gray-Little served as an adviser to the student yearbook, eventually went on to complete an M.D. and made history as the first female and first Afri- the community service organization Panthers Ph.D. in neuroscience at Northwestern Univer- can-American Chancellor in the university’s in Action, the National Junior Honor Society, sity Medical School in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. existence. Chancellor Gray-Little has led the and the school newspaper, amongst other ex- Starzl would spend a majority of his early ca- University of Kansas with strength and humil- tracurricular responsibilities. Jessica also

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25AP8.003 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2017 works hard planning the annual eighth grade COMMENDING ALPHA OMEGA– Jordan Marcano, and EJ Zawadzki, sopho- trip to Catalina Island. HENRY SCHEIN CARES HOLO- mores Charlie Bolesh and Michael Laszlo, Jessica’s service and mentorship to our CAUST SURVIVORS ORAL freshmen Zechariah Brown, and Dan youth is commendable. Her track record of ex- HEALTH PROGRAM Washburn. The team is coached by Kevin cellence began when she undertook her first King. teaching position, and has continued to the HON. THOMAS R. SUOZZI I am honored to recognize Coach Kevin present day. Jessica’s amazing career serves OF NEW YORK King on his fifth state title in program history as a beacon of civic duty and care for one’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and to honor the teamwork displayed by the community, and I sincerely appreciate the op- Westhill Warriors in earning the Class B Tuesday, April 25, 2017 portunity to recognize her today. Championship. I congratulate the members of Mr. SUOZZI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in the team, their families, the coaching staff, f commemoration of Yom HaShoah, to solemnly and teachers at Westhill Senior High School. remember the six million Jews and the millions This is a historic win for Central New York and HONORING NEW CITIZENS of others murdered by the Nazis during the I am confident that the positive experiences Holocaust. We reaffirm our commitment to from the 2017 season will yield continued suc- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY stand up and take action when we encounter cess in both athletics and academics. OF INDIANA persecution or an assault on human dignity. f As Holocaust survivor and Nobel Laureate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Professor Elie Wiesel counseled, ‘‘the oppo- FIFTY YEARS OF COLORADO Tuesday, April 25, 2017 site of love is not hate, it’s indifference.’’ LEADERSHIP ON ABORTION RIGHTS Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with As we mourn those who perished, we must great pleasure and sincerity that I take this honor the more than 100,000 survivors of the time to congratulate fifteen individuals who Holocaust who live here in our United States HON. DIANA DeGETTE took their oaths of citizenship on Friday, April of America, an estimated one third of whom OF COLORADO 21, 2017. This memorable occasion, presided live in poverty. It is through our understanding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES over by Magistrate Judge John E. Martin, was of history that we ‘‘never forget’’ their plight Tuesday, April 25, 2017 held at the United States Courthouse and and act to ensure that they live their lives in Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Speaker, 50 years ago Federal Building in Hammond, Indiana. comfort and dignity. I would like to commend the Alpha Omega- today, Colorado blazed a trail for the rights of America is a country founded by immi- Henry Schein Cares Holocaust Survivors Oral women and girls when it became the first state grants. From its beginning, settlers have come Health Program, an innovative public-private to loosen restrictions on legal abortions. Until from countries around the world to the United partnership that has improved the lives of this then, the procedure was available only if the States in search of better lives for their fami- most vulnerable population. In under two woman’s life was at stake. lies. Oath ceremonies are a shining example years, this program has provided critical, pro The new law allowed an abortion if the of what is so great about the United States of bono dental care to more than 600 Holocaust woman’s physical or mental health was threat- America—that people from all over the world survivors in 18 cities across North America. ened, if the pregnancy was the result of rape can come together and unite as members of The program serves as a model for what we or incest, or if the child might have serious a free, democratic nation. These individuals can accomplish when we work together to birth defects. realize that nowhere else in the world offers a help those in need. Mr. Speaker, this was seven years before better opportunity for success than here in As a Member of Congress who represents the U.S. Supreme Court would affirm a wom- America. constituents of the Jewish faith I am com- an’s constitutional right to choose in Roe v. On April 21, 2017, the following people, rep- pelled to remember today the millions of Jews Wade. Today, polling consistently shows that resenting many nations throughout the world, as well as individuals of other faiths who were seven in 10 Americans do not believe that took their oaths of citizenship in Hammond, In- murdered during the Holocaust and pay tribute Roe should be overturned. But back in 1967, diana: Laura Yvette Tirado, Sibu Kudakkachira to a partnership committed to enhance Holo- allowing any loosening of the near-absolute Mathew, Chiedozie Destiny Felix, Ofelia caust survivors’ quality of life. May their efforts ban on abortion was a risky move from a polit- Juarez Hernandez, Servando Leal, Graciella serve as an inspiration to us all to always ical point of view. Lopez-Strambu, Cecilia Mercy Mumbi Muchiri, choose action over indifference. A freshman Colorado state lawmaker, Rich- Uyen Thi Thu Nguyen, Andy Dai Nguyen, f ard Lamm, decided the risk was worth it, even Nakyung Nikkie Park, Yasmin Rahim, Alicia if it meant the end of his career. After intro- Ramirez, Hortencia Rodriguez, Hun Young RECOGNIZING THE STATE CHAM- ducing the bill, he worked State Senator John Susan Yang, and Bahradine Abderhmane PIONSHIP WESTHILL BOYS BAS- Bermingham and many others to persuade the Zakaria. KETBALL TEAM overwhelmingly male and Republican-domi- Although each individual has sought to be- nated legislature to pass it. Within weeks, Re- come a citizen of the United States for his or HON. JOHN KATKO publican Governor John Love signed it into her own reasons, be it for education, occupa- OF NEW YORK law. tion, or to offer their loved ones better lives, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The year before, only 10 abortions had each is inspired by the fact that the United been reported to Colorado’s health depart- States of America is, as Abraham Lincoln de- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ment. During the eight months remaining in scribed it, a country ‘‘. . . of the people, by the Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 1967 after the bill was signed, 120 abortions people, and for the people.’’ They realize that recognize the victory of the Westhill Senior were reported—including for a 12-year-old girl the United States is truly a free nation. By High School Boys’ Basketball Team in the who had been raped. Without that law, her seeking American citizenship, they have made New York State Public High School Associa- only recourse would have been either a back- the decision that they want to live in a place tion Class B Championship on March 18, alley procedure or carrying the pregnancy to where, as guaranteed by the First Amendment 2017. The Westhill Warriors defeated the Can- term. of the Constitution, they can practice religion ton Golden Bears by a score of 80–62 for their Within the next three years, 11 other states as they choose, speak their minds without fear fifth state title. emulated Colorado, while four others loosened of punishment, and assemble in peaceful pro- The Warriors, ranked number one in their restrictions on legal abortions even more. test should they choose to do so. class, finished the season 25–1. The team Rather than see his career come to an end, Mr. Speaker, I respectfully ask you and my had four players who scored double digits in Richard Lamm went on to serve three terms other distinguished colleagues to join me in the title game, including senior Kemeren Jack- as Colorado’s governor. Now age 81, he’s the congratulating these individuals who became son with 22 points, juniors Sean Dadey and co-director of the University of Denver’s Insti- citizens of the United States of America on Owen Matukas with 15 points each, and junior tute of Public Policy Studies. April 21, 2017. They, too, are American citi- John Geer with 11 points. Members of the Mr. Speaker, as a leader in women’s repro- zens, and they, too, are guaranteed the in- state championship team include Jackson, ductive rights, I am proud to hail from the alienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit Dadey, Matukas, Geer, as well as seniors state that, half a century ago, led the way in of happiness. We, as a free and democratic Braedon Elmer and Antonio Scrimale, juniors giving women and girls more control over their nation, congratulate them and welcome them. Holden Carroll, Corey Frassica, Chris Holt, own bodies. It’s thanks to enlightened people

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PATRICK MEEHAN struction of the city from the bombing that had work environment and that their wages were OF PENNSYLVANIA occurred. After his naval tour of 15 months, he commensurate with their value to the com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES returned to his home in Montross, VA to begin pany. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 working with his father at L.A. Clark Company, While Don has been a loyal servant and col- producing railroad ties. league for Local 1066, his greatest source of Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, today I recog- In 1950, Ben and his older brother built a pride is his loving family. Don wed his beloved nize the life of Emlen Tunnell, a Radnor High lumber mill. That same year, Ben married his wife, Barbara, on July 25, 1981, and the cou- School graduate, World War II hero, and the wife, Middy, with whom he would have three first African American to be inducted into the boys and a daughter. In 1951, Northern Neck ple has spent the past thirty-five years by NFL Hall of Fame. Lumber, Inc. opened for business in Warsaw, each other’s side. Don and Barbara are the Tunnell grew up in Garrett Hill, PA where he VA. After his brother’s death, Ben continued to proud parents of two sons, David and Michael. excelled in all athletics but decided to accept run the business until 1995 when he retired. I am proud that Don Tribby is my friend, and a football scholarship to Toledo University. Un- Ben’s two sons continue to run the business I cannot thank him enough for all he has done fortunately, a broken neck nearly cost him his today. for me over the years. I am even more grate- life and football career. But Tunnell recovered. Ben served on the Board of The Bank of ful for what he has done for so many for so When World War II broke out he desperately Montross for 34 years until it was sold. Ben is long, strangers and friends alike. wanted to enlist but was rejected from both a member of St. James Episcopal Church Mr. Speaker, Donald Tribby has been a the Army and Navy due to his injury. Finally, where he has served on the Vestry several the Coast Guard accepted Tunnell. Twice dedicated member and officer with United times. Steelworkers Local 1066 for nearly half a cen- while serving, he risked his own life to save a Ben has enjoyed the pleasures of the North- tury and served and worked beside his fellow fellow serviceman—extinguishing flames that ern Neck: golfing, fishing, boating, and hunt- union members with distinction. At this time, I engulfed a friend after a Japanese torpedo at- ing. He is proud of his three children from his ask that you and all of my distinguished col- tack, and again when he dove into freezing first marriage who have blessed him with nine leagues join me in wishing Don the best upon waters to rescue a shipmate. grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. his retirement and commending him for his After serving his country, Tunnell returned to Ben and his current wife of 33 years live in lifetime of dedicated service. football. He played two years with the Univer- Montross, and her two children and five grand- sity of Iowa before hitchhiking from Lancaster children have been part of an ever growing f Pike to New York where he tried out to be- family. come a Giant. It was a humble start to a stel- Mr. Speaker, I have had the pleasure of RECOGNIZING THE STATE CHAM- lar career. Tunnell spent 14 years in the knowing Ben for many years and am honored league—11 with the Giants and three as a PIONSHIP JAMESVILLE-DEWITT to recognize him and to celebrate his 90th GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM Green Bay Packer. In that time he was se- birthday. On behalf of the millions of Ameri- lected to the Pro Bowl nine times, played on cans that he has selflessly served through his two championship teams, and held the then military service and service to his community, HON. JOHN KATKO NFL record for consecutive games played at I thank him and wish him the happiest of birth- 143. In 1967 he became the first African days. OF NEW YORK American inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Tunnell is an American hero. Yet, his name has largely been lost to the history HONORING MR. DONALD TRIBBY Tuesday, April 25, 2017 books. That must change. The Sports Leg- ends of Delaware County and Delaware Coun- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ty Veterans Memorial have initiated a cam- OF INDIANA recognize the victory of the Jamesville-DeWitt paign to erect a seven-foot bronze statue of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Girls’ Basketball Team in the New York State Tunnell with that goal in mind. It is an impor- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Public High School Association Class A Championship on March 18, 2017. The tant step to properly honoring this great Penn- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with sylvanian. Through their efforts, Emlen Jamesville-DeWitt Red Rams defeated the great pleasure that I take this opportunity to Pittsford-Mendon Vikings by a score of 48–46 Tunnell’s remarkable life and accomplishments honor Mr. Donald Tribby upon his retirement will rightly be remembered for decades to to win the state title for the second year in a from United Steelworkers Local 1066. I have row. come. known Don for many years, and his dedication f to his fellow union members is unparalleled. The Red Rams’ victory over the undefeated and number one-ranked Vikings was a close CELEBRATING THE 90TH BIRTH- For nearly forty-eight years, he served in game, but the tournament’s most outstanding DAY OF BENJAMIN ‘‘BEN’’ MOR- many capacities as a member and officer with player Meg Hair scored 12 points and senior RIS OF WESTMORELAND COUN- Local 1066, and his contributions have helped Julia Kelner scored 11 points to secure the TY, VA to strengthen the organization and improve conditions for its members. title. Members of the state championship team HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN A third generation steelworker, Don Tribby’s include Hair, Kelner, as well as senior Angela outstanding career in the steel industry began Bussone, juniors Jamie Boeheim and Kasey OF VIRGINIA on September 27, 1968, as a motor inspector Vaughan, freshmen Sydney Baker, Paige IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES apprentice and journeyman, a position he Keeler, Maya Leslie, Gabby Stickle, Andrea Tuesday, April 25, 2017 would hold for the next ten years. Don then Sumida, and eighth graders Momoka LaClair Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to spent the remainder of his time at United and Tracey Edison. The team is coached by recognize and celebrate the 90th birthday of States (U.S.) Steel as a millwright apprentice Rob Siechen. Benjamin ‘‘Ben’’ Morris of Westmoreland and journeyman, where he excelled in his I am honored to recognize the teamwork County, VA. trade and proved to be an exceptional model displayed by the Jamesville-Dewitt Red Rams Born on May 6, 1927, Ben would attend for his fellow steelworkers to emulate. While and to congratulate the members of the team, grade school at Oak Grove School for first employed at U.S. Steel, Don became active in their families, the coaching staff, and teachers through twelfth grade. Upon graduating in Local 1066, first part-time as a griever, then at Jamesville-Dewitt High School. This is a 1945, Ben enlisted in the United States Navy full-time as Financial Secretary in 2003. In historic win for Central New York and I am to serve in World War II. 2008, he also took on the role of Benefits Co- confident that the positive experiences from By the time Ben completed boot camp in ordinator, and he remained in both capacities the 2017 season will yield continued success Maryland, the war had ended but the mission until his retirement in August of last year. in both athletics and academics.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25AP8.022 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2017 HONORING COAHOMA COUNTY dures, systems, and controls necessary for ac- brate their 40th Anniversary. As the commu- HIGH SCHOOL countability and performance to ensure Gulf nity and members of Morton & Pitalo gather Breeze will continue to operate under the insti- today, I ask my colleagues to join me in hon- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON tutional principles established by his adminis- oring them and their long history of service to OF MISSISSIPPI tration long after he leaves the post. the Sacramento region and beyond. During Mr. Eddy’s tenure, Gulf Breeze was Co-founded by Richard Morton and John IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES impressively recognized as the Number One Pitalo in 1977, Morton and Pitalo, Inc. is the Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Most Successful City in Florida over 215 top oldest locally-owned firm in the region. Mr. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- livable cities, based on national quality-of-life Morton and Mr. Pitalo have created an organi- er, I rise today to honor a group of high school rankings. zation that provides high-quality civil engineer- students from the second district of Mississippi Mr. Eddy has contributed to the creation of ing, land planning, and land surveying to their on their victory against Baldwyn High School countless successful projects and programs. clients. Providing all of these services via a Bearcats by the score of 60 to 47 on March He has demonstrated a profound dedication to single firm allows Morton & Pitalo to be closely 10th to win the State 2A Boys Basketball the concepts of effective and democratic local involved and knowledgeable in entire con- Championship. The team ended the season government. His negotiations on behalf of the struction projects, from start to finish. Dedi- with an overall record of 32 and 2. City have resulted in the expansion and rede- cated to the success of their projects, the I would first like to recognize the team be- velopment of a variety of enterprises. highly-talented staff’s teamwork is the key to ginning with the coaches. They include Head Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States the many accomplishments of Morton & Coach, Derrick Moore and Assistant Coaches, Congress, I am privileged to recognize Mr. Pitalo’s operations. As they commemorate Darryl Moore and Tim Williams; Trainers, ‘‘Buz’’ Eddy and congratulate him on his retire- their 40th Anniversary, they can celebrate hav- Latrentis Murrell and Antwonario Bryant. To ment. I thank him for his fairness, diligence, ing successfully completed thousands of the entire coaching staff, your hard work and encouragement, and trustworthy leadership; projects for the public and private sectors. dedication is greatly appreciated. and wish him all the best for continued suc- Mr. Speaker, as the members and friends of The players’ teamwork and athletic abilities cess in the future. Morton & Pitalo, Inc. celebrate their 40 years are also evident with this victory. Waltavious f of service to the Sacramento region and be- yond, I ask all my colleagues to join me in Cockerham, Keion Cosby, Bentavious CONGRATULATING THE 2017 honoring them for their dedication to their cli- Galmore, Markevious Holmes, Brandon CRISPUS ATTUCKS MEDICAL ents and to our community. Hornburger, Jaylin McCray, Derrick Moore, Jr., MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL’S VAR- Markevius Phillips, Alshun Ross, Dewayne SITY BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM f Rucker, Timarcus Sacks, Timothy Sacks, HONORING BETHEL COLLEGE Effernee Taylor, Keyshawn Thomas, Jammion HON. ANDRE´ CARSON MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH Burden, Gregg Johnson, Tykeevius Taylor, OF INDIANA MIKE LIGHTFOOT ON HIS RE- Jermaine Fry, and Quenton Wolfe, congratula- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TIREMENT tions on a victorious season. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Derrick Moore, a 1996 graduate of HON. JACKIE WALORSKI Coahoma County High School and former As- Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the 2017 Crispus Attucks Med- OF INDIANA sistant Coach under Coach Isaiah Peterson IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when the Red Panthers won back to back ti- ical Magnet High School’s Varsity Boys Bas- tles in 2005 and 2006, believes a team is a ketball Team. The Tigers were crowned the Tuesday, April 25, 2017 team when everyone has the mindset that Division 3A Indiana State Boys Basketball Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today they can win and be champions and when Champions on March 25, 2017 after a thrilling to honor Mike Lightfoot, who will retire at the each individual knows they are important to last second basket to clinch victory over Twin end of this season after 30 years as coach of the program. Lakes 73–71 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. the Bethel College Men’s Basketball Team. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me The Crispus Attucks basketball program is The tremendous achievements of the Bethel in recognizing and congratulating the one of our country’s most legendary basketball Pilots Men’s Basketball Team are a reflection Coahoma County High School Red Panthers programs, as it was the first all-black school in of Coach Lightfoot’s ability to see greatness in Boys Basketball Championship Team. the country to win an open state championship his players and inspire the team to be their in 1955. This year’s team was supported by f best. Coach Lightfoot was an inspiration not our entire community and especially alumni. only to his team, but to the entire Bethel Col- RECOGNIZING MR. ‘‘BUZ’’ EDDY, NBA Hall of Famer and leader of the 1955 lege community. As generations of students, THE CITY MANAGER OF THE and 1956 championship teams, Oscar Robert- faculty, and fans have gathered at the CITY OF GULF BREEZE son, cheered on the Tigers and following their Wiekamp Athletic Center, committed to the victory placed the championship medals home game excitement and school spirit, HON. MATT GAETZ around the necks of the players, coaches, and Coach Lightfoot has helped foster the team’s support staff. OF FLORIDA will to succeed and the institution’s faithful This is the team’s fourth state title, but the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES turnout. first since 1959. The Tigers were led to a 25– Coach Lightfoot has led the Bethel Pilots Tuesday, April 25, 2017 4 record by first year Head Coach Chris Haw- since 1987, and in that time the team secured Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize kins who has inspired the student athletes to 796 wins, including four NCCAA National Mr. ‘‘Buz’’ Eddy, the City Manager of The City excel. Additionally, all Attucks fans and in par- Championships and three NAIA National of Gulf Breeze, Florida. Mr. Eddy has served ticular the student body should be recognized Championships. His greatest legacy, however, the city in this role since 1992. On May 1, for their enthusiasm and pride in this team. is in helping the countless players he coached 2017, Mr. Eddy is retiring after twenty-five The young men on this team should be grow into strong leaders and dedicated mem- years of dedicated service. proud of their accomplishment. It is an honor bers of their community. He had an amazing Mr. Eddy has contributed his expertise and to join the entire Indianapolis community in ability to connect with these young men, in- guidance in many different capacities. He recognizing these outstanding student ath- spiring them to strive for great achievements, served on the Board of the Florida City/County letes. as evidenced by the 98 percent graduation Managers Association, and as a member of f rate among Coach Lightfoot’s players. the Gulf Breeze Sertoma and Gulf Breeze Ro- IN RECOGNITION OF MORTON & Mr. Speaker, on behalf of 2nd District Hoo- tary Clubs. Buz served as President of the PITALO, INC.’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY siers, I want to thank Coach Lightfoot for his Gulf Breeze Rotary Club in 2015–2016. Mr. unconditional dedication to the Pilots, Bethel Eddy also serves as the City’s representative HON. DORIS O. MATSUI College, and our entire community. His inno- on The Santa Rosa County RESTORE Coun- vative coaching styles and effective leadership OF CALIFORNIA cil and is President of Fairpoint Regional Utility resonates in the team’s excellent record as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES System. well as in the personal growth and achieve- As City Manager, Mr. Eddy made structural Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ment of every player he helped shape. I am transformation the cornerstone of his adminis- Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to grateful for the example he set for the young tration. He has put in place the plans, proce- recognize Morton & Pitalo, Inc. as they cele- Hoosiers of Bethel College.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.001 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E529 HONORING VELMA JACKSON HIGH row, an organization of which her husband around her; however, she recently joked with SCHOOL serves as general manager. The goal of the her family that she ‘‘has never been on an air- organization is to assist struggling young peo- plane and never will be!’’ HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON ple through training and competition in the As she celebrates her 100th birthday, I OF MISSISSIPPI fighting arts. would like join her family, friends, and the Mrs. Reis-Abernathy became a yoga in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tadmor Community to wish Lucille a very structor while battling cancer, showing her happy and blessed birthday. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 strength and resolve even in the face of ad- f Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- versity. Melany had the strength to continue er, I rise today to honor a group of high school fighting this disease and living her life with HONORING TWENTY-TWO TEACH- students from the second District of Mis- love and joy, as she always had. She truly ERS OF THE GREATER BOCA sissippi with a special congratulations for win- lived every moment to the fullest. RATON AREA ning the State 3A Boys Basketball Champion- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the ship when they defeated East Side by the United States House of Representatives to HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH score of 46 to 32 on March 10th with an over- join me in honoring the life of Mrs. Melany OF FLORIDA all record of 27 and 6. Reis-Abernathy. My thoughts and prayers are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with her family and friends during this difficult I would first like to recognize the team be- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ginning with the coaches. They include Head time. Coach, Anthony Carlyle and Assistant Coach- f Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the twenty two outstanding teachers es: Bryantae Garrett and Christian Johnson. IN HONOR OF KATY LUCILLE in South Florida who have been awarded the Their hard work and dedication is greatly ap- HENDERSON preciated. Teacher of the Year Award from the Rotary The players’ teamwork and athletic abilities Club of Boca Raton Sunrise. are also evident with this victory. The players HON. KEVIN BRADY For the past 31 years, the Rotary Club of OF TEXAS are Mason Riley, Robert Anderson, Kiryne Boca Raton Sunrise has offered this annual IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jobe, Brandon Weatherspoon, Robert distinction to one teacher at each of the twen- Kendrick, Charles Smith, Travius Brown, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ty-two schools in the greater Boca Raton area. Nikolas Weatherspoon, Haven Ousley, Carlton Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, this Each awardee is selected by the school’s prin- Beamon, Leaveon Griffin, Jamuel Brooks, month, the Houston County Tadmor Commu- cipal. These teachers have dedicated their DeMarion Jones, Andre Lee and Antwain nity will celebrate the one hundredth birthday time to inspiring, empowering, and bettering Dixon. of Katy Lucille Henderson, a cherished leader the next generation of youth in our community. Congratulations Velma Jackson High School and faithful servant in the community. Their passion in this effort is truly worthy of Falcon Boys Basketball Championship Team. On April 24th, 1917, George and Josephine our recognition. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Augusta Stewart Henderson welcomed a new These twenty-two exemplary teachers have in recognizing and congratulating Velma Jack- addition to the family, Katy Lucille Henderson, made a profound impact on their students son High School Boys Basketball Champion- better known as Lucille. In her life, Lucille has through their caring, commitment, and profes- ship Team. witnessed the growth and transformation that sionalism. They are a cohort defined by integ- f took place in the world during the 20th and rity, excellence, and the highest marks in all 21st Centuries. Growing up, Lucille’s family they do. The City of Boca Raton is fortunate IN RECOGNITION OF MRS. MELANY used a horse drawn buggy as their primary to have such outstanding faculty. REIS-ABERNATHY mode of transportation. She vividly remembers Congratulations to Maria Laing, Brad Chap- the introduction of many ‘‘modern’’ inventions pell, Kelly Green, CarolAnn Da Rocha, HON. DAVID G. VALADAO such as the electric light bulb, refrigeration, Meghan Forbush, Mariel Stark, Shari Farenga, OF CALIFORNIA and indoor plumbing. However, few modern Eileen O’Brien, Denise Rudy, Courtney Elkin, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES marvels have had a great impact on Lucille Emlyn McAna, Nora Buck, Robin Koota, Sarah Gregory, Jacqueline Grandison, Shelly Devino, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 compared to hearing her favorite hymn, How Great Thou Art, or the majestic voice of the Mary Fish, Anna Lillie-Young, Karen Gibson, Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to great Mahalia Jackson. Amanda Fraga, Lance Blank, and Sharon honor the life of Mrs. Melany Reis-Abernathy, After graduating high school in 1936, Lucille Gotschall on being nominated for this year’s who sadly passed away on March 18, 2017 married Carl Lester Franklin. While Carl Teacher of the Year Award. I am pleased to after a long battle with cancer. served in the military during World War II, Lu- honor them, and I thank them, for their contin- Mrs. Melany Reis-Abernathy was born in cille dedicated her time to working in the com- ued service. Modesto, California on March 27, 1973. Grow- munity and serving as a cook at the Kennard f ing up, Melany was the daughter of a dairy- West Side Schools. For more than 50 years, man and a District 5 Dairy Princess. She at- she has served the Lord as a Stewardess at TRIBUTE TO CAPTAIN JAMES DICK tended California Polytechnic State University, the Bethel Christian Methodist Episcopal San Luis Obispo, where she graduated in Church and as a respected role model in the HON. JOE COURTNEY 1996, and went on to work in the agriculture Tadmor Community. OF CONNECTICUT industry with the Farm Credit system and later Together, Lucille and Carl raised five chil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES at Rabobank North America Wholesale as a fi- dren: Carl E. Franklin, Barbara Franklin, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 nancial analyst. Marva G. Anglin, Charles D. Franklin, and An avid adventure seeker, Melany met her Ronald L. Franklin. Lucille is also blessed with Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today husband, Kevin Abernathy, while in a martial a stepdaughter, Doris Gibson. in honor of Captain James Dick for his more arts class in 1999. The two became quick Lucille’s family continues to grow as she is than 30 years of faithful and dedicated service friends due to their active lifestyles and similar blessed with twelve grandchildren and ten to the U.S. Navy and our country. upbringings in the dairy community and began great-grand children: Byron Franklin, Abria A 1987 graduate of the U.S. Naval Acad- dating soon after meeting. Melany and Kevin Perry, Brian Franklin, Bobby R. Anglin, emy and 1993 graduate of the Naval Post- got married on June 17, 2003 in Kauai, Hawaii George K. Anglin, Kyla N. Franklin, Micha A. graduate School, Captain Dick served as an at Ship Wreck Beach and made their home in Franklin, Diondra I. Franklin, Nichelle R. engineering officer on the USS San Jacinto Delhi, California. Kevin and Melany enjoyed Franklin, Patrice L. Franklin, Robbyn L. (CG 56) where he completed three deploy- water skiing, boating, hiking, running, and Traylor, and Rosslyn K. Douglas; along with ments to the Persian Gulf. In 2000, he re- snow skiing together. Although the two never Doris’ children: Mitchell, Marcus and Milton; turned to shipboard life aboard the USS had children of their own, Melany was known Malkijah Perry, Aniya Perry, Briana M. Frank- Klackring (FFG 42) as executive officer. In this and loved by her nieces and nephews as the lin, Jayna Franklin, Jordan Anglin, Jayron tour, he oversaw a crew of more than 200 ‘‘cool aunt’’. Anglin, Kennedy Anglin, Reign K. Traylor, sailors as they circumnavigated South Amer- Known for her dedicated service, Melany Ryleigh M. Traylor, and Cadence K. Douglas. ica as part of their UNITAS XLI exercises with and Kevin began working with disadvantaged From her home in the Tadmor Community, other foreign navies. In 2005, Captain Dick as- children through Aspiring Children for Tomor- Lucille continues to see the world transform sumed command of the USS Ramage (DDG

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Captain Dick transitioned from being a sur- ceration, chronic health and wellness issues, 7. Serve as character witnesses for youth at face warfare officer to serving as an excep- spiritual depravity and hopelessness about the the local youth court proceedings regarding tional navy acquisition professional in 2008. In future. cases that involves youth who are identified as this capacity, he served as Program Manager Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. was formu- at-risk youth with minor offences. They have for the Sea Warrior Program, as an Inter- lated in 2004 after being introduced to the an opportunity to negotiate with the judge on national Programs and Foreign Military Sales facts or the (10 Points) by the Memphis Chap- penalty recommendation for certain cases. expert, and most recently within the Inter- ter who was providing a training workshop on Pastor Evelyn Hubbard serves many times in national Fleet Support and Ship Transfer Di- community involvement in local metropolitan this capacity. rectorate. Captain Dick’s tireless efforts sup- areas. In April 2005, the Tunica 10 Point Coa- 8. Participate with local community organi- porting the U.S. Navy’s foreign military sales lition, Inc. organization was introduced to local zation ‘‘God Make Us One’’ to identify and endeavors have helped to ensure America’s clergy and community leaders. In 2007, the rectify diversity in the community to create ra- timeless values of freedom and democracy ex- Executive Board was officially established and cial harmony under the common core umbrella tend beyond our borders, around the globe. officers elected took office to start the local of Hope, Faith and Love. They meet quarterly I ask my colleagues to join me in recog- chapter. and have an annual celebration for the entire nizing Captain James Dick for his lifetime of Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. primary mis- community of Tunica County called ‘‘The dedication and service to the U.S. Navy and sion is to work closely with local organizations Great River Revival’’ orchestrated by Brother the country. We thank him for his sacrifice, his and law enforcement, clergy, school adminis- Billy Pritt. commitment, and his countless efforts to pre- trators, elected officials and community lead- 9. Partner with the Tunica County Recre- serve peace at home and spread freedom ers to assist with programs such as: after ation Commission to sponsor the Summer abroad. school programs, community outreach serv- Feeding Program, Snack Program and the ices and youth outreach enrichment activities. f Back-Pack Program annually. These programs Partnership with these agencies enables the are vital to the community to ensure the youth RECOGNIZING PONCE DE LEON organization to continue to assist youth and are receiving meals all year. HIGH SCHOOL’S SENIOR KOBY parents in creating a better community for all. 10. Sponsor an Annual Gospel Extrava- TOWNSEND They are also partners with community health ganza Concert each December for the Tunica centers, recreation centers to promote good County community which include world re- HON. MATT GAETZ health choices and provide a program that will nown Gospel Artists such as: Lee Williams help guide youth and parents to a healthy life- OF FLORIDA and the Spiritual QC’s, Harvey Watkins and style by eating healthy and exercising. the Canton Spirituals, The Jackson IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. organization Southernaires, and local Artists such as: The Tuesday, April 25, 2017 has many accomplishments over the years Tunica Harmonizers and the Tunica Gospel Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to with most of the involvement that are still on- Choir. This concert provides spiritual connec- recognize Ponce de Leon High School’s sen- going in the community. Some of the major tion for the entire community and is well re- ior Koby Townsend. accomplishments and ongoing initiatives for ceived. Koby has received and accepted an offer to the Tunica 10 Point Coalition are: The Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. current 1. Created the COW (Combating Obesity & continue his college basketball career at Hun- Board of Directors consist of Pastor Evelyn Intervention Program) initiative that enables tingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama. Hubbard, Executive Director; Dr. Billy Willis, the Tunica community to participate in a FREE In addition to his success as a basketball Chief Officer of Operations; Pastor Ben Pratt, Health & Wellness Program. President; and Pastor Kelvin Bell, Secretary/ player, Koby has excelled in the classroom. 2. Partner with the local faith-based organi- Treasurer. He is an active member of the Sr. Beta Club, zations to sponsor a weekly low impact exer- a national organization honoring high aca- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me cise and wellness program on Tuesday and in recognizing Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. demic achievement; and is set to graduate as Friday from 4:15pm until 5:15pm with an an- for their dedication to serving their community Magna Cum Laude of his high school class. nual membership fee of only $40.00. and this great state and country. Koby has also been an active member of 3. Initiated ‘‘Water for Flint Drive’’ in June the FCCLA club serving as treasurer for one 2016 with a Water-A-Thon Day at the f year. He competed in the speech contest and Rivergate Park in downtown Tunica. At the RAMON’S EL DORADO won 5 gold awards at the state level allowing event, there was 308 cases of water collected him the opportunity to compete at the national and $450.00 in donations that was used to level. HON. JOHN SHIMKUS transport the water to Flint, Michigan. One of OF ILLINOIS I am proud to recognize the diligence and the Tunica 10 Point Coalition, Inc. board mem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication this young man has shown to his ber and local pastor, Roman Fullilove volun- team and education. Koby is a role model for teered to transport the water to Flint using his Tuesday, April 25, 2017 fellow students and team members, and a church van. Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to cele- source of pride for his community and all 4. Partner with the local Sheriff Department, brate the 50th Anniversary of Ramon’s El Do- Northwest Florida. Sheriff K. C. Hamp to assist in the monthly ac- rado, an institution in my hometown of Collins- I urge my colleagues to join me in congratu- tivities of the ‘‘TRIAD’’ Program who provides ville, Illinois. lating Koby on his spectacular senior season activities and programs for the senior citizens In the 1960s Raymundo ‘‘Ramon’’ Otero and receiving this honor. I look forward to con- in the Tunica County community. This includes was working in St. Louis at the Chevrolet as- tinuing to follow his basketball career. special activities such as: Valentine Day Cele- sembly plant. An unfortunate accident oc- f bration, Black History Month Observation, curred in which he fell through scaffolding, in- Senior Citizen Prom, Cancer Awareness juring his back. He was paralyzed from the HONORING TUNICA 10 POINT Month, Home Coming Participation and waist down, and doctors told him he would COALITION, INC. Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinners celebra- never walk again. tions. They also partner with the Sheriff Office Six months later he found a doctor who HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON to present Domestic Violence Awareness pro- would perform a surgery that would allow him OF MISSISSIPPI grams and activities which consist of speakers to walk again. But payments from the plant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from various sources such as: local Judges, had already stopped. Mental Health and Law Enforcement. With a young, hungry child, Mr. Otero’s wife, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 5. Provide financial assistance of $1,000.00 Estella, sent him to borrow $5 from a neighbor Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- annually to the local Tunica Head Start Pro- and get food for the baby. But God interceded. er, I rise today to honor Tunica 10 Point Coali- gram to ensure each student receives a gift On his way to the store, Mr. Otero felt a tion, Inc. in Tunica County, Mississippi. during the Christmas Holiday Season. calling to buy meat instead, which he did.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.010 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E531 Once home, they made a tray of tacos, enough to grow.’’ The Mayor said, ‘‘Well, I ple who have been employed there over the burritos, enchiladas, and tostadas. He took don’t know for sure what I can do. You know last 50 years. that tray to a local bar, sold the food, and that the Black Archives was supposed to be in Idaho National Laboratory is this nation’s made $18.60. Thus began a cycle of making the main museum building on 18th Street but lead nuclear research, development and de- food and selling it. Horace wanted something different that we ployment laboratory. It also has emerged as a He eventually worked with a local fried could not do legally.’’ ‘‘All I know is that we world leader in cybersecurity, keeping our crit- chicken restaurant to sell his Mexican food for need a home for the Archives, and you are ical infrastructure safe from those who would ten cents of every dollar sold. Soon he bought the Mayor. I don’t know anyone else to ask,’’ do us harm, and broader clean energy re- out the owner, and Ramon’s El Dorado was Ms. Arnold replied, slowly and sadly. search and development. born in what was a former gas station. A week later, Ruby showed up at the May- One of INL’s crown jewels is the Advanced Mr. Otero used his mother’s recipes, who or’s office but because she didn’t have an ap- Test Reactor. This summer, we are cele- owned a restaurant in Durango City, Mexico. pointment, she waited for almost two hours to brating the 50th anniversary of ATR, and rec- He helped his hometown for many years by see the Mayor. Again, when she was taken to ognizing that experiments conducted there taking a truckload of food and clothing to Mex- see the Mayor, she made an appeal for help. have helped ensure our national security and ico. The Mayor had no solution to share with her advance knowledge about clean nuclear en- Ramon’s has expanded several times over so he said that he would continue to work on ergy. Just as importantly, we also recognize that, the years and now seats 280 people. it. She looked him straight in the eye and said, with regular maintenance and upgrades, ATR Mr. Otero died last year, but his sons Ray- ‘‘Mayor, I know you can do this.’’ will continue to be this nation’s test reactor of mond and Carlos continue the family tradition On the following Saturday, the Mayor held choice at least through 2050. today. an event for city leaders from Columbus, Ohio What makes ATR so unique—and valu- I am humbled to be able to honor Ramon’s on 18th and Vine in the Gem Theater. Ms. able—is its ingenious cloverleaf design, envi- on its 50th Anniversary of serving delicious Ruby Arnold was there among the elected offi- sioned by an engineer named Deslonde Mexican food to the people of southwestern Il- cials. ‘‘Have you found a place for the Black deBoisblanc on a lonely stretch of Highway 20 linois and beyond. Archives?’’ she asked the Mayor as he sat on in the Idaho desert more than a half century Congratulations to the Otero family. the stage answering questions about the 18th ago. f and Vine development. ‘‘Well, not yet,’’ he re- deBoisblanc’s design resulted in a one-of-a- plied, ‘‘but I do have an idea. Can we talk HONORING THE LIFE AND kind reactor that can house simultaneous ex- later?’’ She nodded and said ‘‘Mayor, I know periments under distinct temperatures, pres- ACHIEVEMENTS OF RUBY ARNOLD you can do this.’’ sures and irradiation conditions. That means, On Monday morning, as the Mayor ex- at the ATR complex, we can test materials for HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER pected, Ms. Arnold arrived without an appoint- academia, industry and the U.S. Navy—all at OF MISSOURI ment. The Mayor had told the staff to show the same time. The knowledge that our tal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her in if she appeared at the front desk. This ented scientists, engineers and technicians Tuesday, April 25, 2017 time, the Mayor was anxious to get her into pull out of this reactor is incredibly valuable. the office to present what he called an intrigu- For example, when the Navy began sending Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ing proposal. When she took a seat in his of- fuel samples from its nuclear submarines to recognize and honor the life of Ruby Arnold. fice, the Mayor smiled, and said, ‘‘Good news! the INL site, that science was in its infancy. While it is widely known that Horace Peterson I have been in conversation with Terry Dob- Eventually, nuclear fuel became more com- was the visionary and sole founder of the son, the director of the Kansas City Parks and plex. The Navy needed to test larger fuel ele- Black Archives of Mid-America (BAMA), it is Recreation Department about the old Parade ments, not just samples, and with the Cold little known who saved the institution from Park maintenance building at 1722 E. 17th War accelerating, it needed those test results vanishing, years later. Terrace.’’ ‘‘Can we get it?’’ asked Ruby. The more quickly. Years after Peterson’s accidental death, the Mayor replied, ‘‘I think so, but we’ve got to So, ATR was built, started up in 1967, and BAMA experienced internal tumult that unfor- make sure that the tons of horse manure un- two years later brought to full power of 250 tunately played out in the Kansas City media. derground does not present a threat since Megawatts. The impact on America’s Nuclear The unflattering press resulted in funding methane gas is a bi-product of manure.’’ Ms. Navy has been remarkable Early submarines shortfalls and eventually, the exodus from Arnold seemed pleased and the Mayor was had to be pulled out of duty every two years Vine Street, sometimes referred to as ‘‘The relieved. ‘‘Thank you, thank you. I told you or so for expensive and time-consuming re- fueling. Because of what we have learned Firehouse.’’ that you could do it,’’ Ruby said as she moved from experiments at ATR, the reactor cores for As BAMA began to fade in part because it towards the door. The Mayor told her she the Navy’s newest submarines last for their did not have an adequate home, or sufficient didn’t need to thank him, and with his tongue entire lifetimes, more than 30 years. funding, nor the extensive collection of arti- strangely planted in his cheek, the Mayor facts and memorabilia, some longtime sup- Idaho National Laboratory’s Advanced Test added, just stop driving him crazy. Reactor has saved taxpayers millions of dol- porters began to search for funding and a new Ruby Arnold died before the opening of the location. lars and made our country safer and more se- new Archives in the summer of 2010, but cure. That’s a testament not only to the facil- During the spring of 1998, Ruby Arnold, a former Mayor EMANUEL CLEAVER, then U.S. BAMA diehard board member, began a per- ity—and deBoisblanc’s unique design—but Representative from Missouri’s Fifth District, also to generations of world-class scientists, sonal crusade to secure a new home for the said, ‘‘This location for the Black Archives was organization she held dear. One Monday engineers, technicians and mechanics who not secured by wishing or hoping, but by the have kept the reactor functioning at the high- morning, during a heavy spring rain, Ruby Ar- merciful harassment I received from one de- nold appeared at the desk on the 29th floor of est possible level these five decades. termined Ruby Arnold. May God bless her re- ATR has also played a central role in help- City Hall. The security guard asked if she had markable spirit.’’ ing sustain this nation’s current light-water nu- an appointment with anyone in particular. ‘‘I f clear reactor fleet, which produces 19 percent don’t have an appointment but I have come to of America’s electricity and 63 percent of its see Mayor EMANUEL CLEAVER,’’ she said. ‘‘I’m RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- carbon-free electricity. sorry but the Mayor is not in,’’ Cheryl Rich- SARY OF THE ADVANCED TEST In 2007, ATR became a National Scientific ards, an assistant to the Mayor stepped in and REACTOR AT THE IDAHO NA- User Facility. That allows our colleges and stated. She told Ms. Arnold that on Monday TIONAL LABORATORY universities to run experiments at ATR, with mornings, the Mayor attended the Mayors the Department of Energy footing the bill. As Corp of Progress meeting, a support group of HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON a result, we have expanded knowledge about Kansas City business leaders. ‘‘Thank you, I’ll OF IDAHO clean nuclear energy throughout the nation wait. It’s raining pretty hard, anyway.’’ And IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and built a foundation for the next generation wait she did. Several hours later, the Mayor of reactors, including small modular reactors, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 and his security walked off the 29th floor ele- such as one that could begin producing power vators where he was greeted by one Ruby Ar- Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in the Idaho desert as soon as 2024. nold. ‘‘Mayor CLEAVER, I need your help to lo- call your attention to an extraordinary facility It is a great honor to congratulate INL on cate a home for the Black Archives. We don’t located on the Department of Energy’s 890– ATR’s 50th anniversary, acknowledge its dedi- have any money but we need a place large square-mile site in Idaho, and the many peo- cated, talented and determined workforce,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.013 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2017 from past and present, and look ahead to Act (FATCA) to address the unintended con- Springs C.M.E. Church. Later, he moved to many more years of valuable service to our sequences it imposes on American citizens the Lebanon Community and united with the nation. overseas that make it more difficult to access Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church under the f basic banking products and services in their leadership of Rev. A. Barron. country of residence. During the winter season, Mr. Wright, Sr. RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF As co-chair of the Americans Abroad Cau- married Claudie Mae Ware on November 13, LIEUTENANT COLONEL STEPH- cus, for years I have heard reports from con- 1954. This union was blessed with six chil- ANIE A. SIDO OF THE UNITED stituents overseas detailing how FATCA’s ex- dren. Willie wanted his children to leave no STATES ARMY pensive and duplicative reporting requirements task incomplete and often uttered these words have led foreign financial institutions to deny to his children: ‘‘Don’t ever stop anything you HON. AUMUA AMATA COLEMAN basic banking services to American citizens. start. If you don’t plan to finish it, don’t start RADEWAGEN Some Foreign Financial Institutions have sim- it.’’ ply closed accounts or refused to open new OF AMERICAN SAMOA Mr. Wright, Sr. was married with a seventh ones for U.S. citizens in order to minimize IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grade education but went back to school in their exposure to FATCA reporting require- 1969 to complete his education at Saints In- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ments, withholding fees and potential pen- dustry in the Migrant Farm/Manpower School Mrs. RADEWAGEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise alties. This practice leaves law-abiding Amer- under the direction of Dr. Arenia C. Mallory. today to recognize Lieutenant Colonel Steph- ican citizens without access to everyday finan- Mr. Wright, Sr. put his six children through anie A. Sido of the United States Army for her cial tools such as mortgages, bank accounts, their college education. extraordinary dedication to duty and service to insurance policies and pension funds—all of In 1962, Mr. Wright went to work at the our nation. which are critical services regardless of place Charcoal Plant in Lexington, MS. In 1968, he Colonel Sido will soon transition from her of residence. began his employment with the Holmes Coun- current assignment as an Army Congressional While I recognize the difficult job of the ty School Bus Garage as a Mechanic and Liaison in the House of Representatives to Treasury Department to make sure American continued his employment with the District serve as the Troop Commander at Landstuhl money around the world remains compliant until his retirement in 2008; an inspiring forty Regional Medical Center. Her new unit is the with the U.S. tax code, the current FATCA re- year career. largest U.S. hospital outside the United States, porting procedures subject ordinary Americans Mr. Wright made free standing metal toys as and serves as the sole military medical center to the same scrutiny as criminal tax evaders a hobby that gain bragging rights with all of for Europe, Middle East and Africa to our and money launderers. Revision of these re- his co-workers, family and all who saw them. Service Members, their families, and coalition porting policies is necessary to ensure that He designed an Electric Chair at the Holmes and allies troops. Americans remain competitive in international County Bus Garage and enjoyed plugging it A native of Grafton, Ohio, Stephanie began business and continue to contribute to econo- up for all of his friends. Willie and all of his her military career when she was commis- mies here in the U.S. and around the world. brothers were Blues guitarist and included sioned in 1999 through the University of Ak- Unfortunately, some have resorted to renounc- their dance moves for audiences to enjoy. Al- ron’s Army ROTC Program as a Medical Serv- ing their American citizenship in response. It is though his favorite musical instrument was the ice Corps Officer. Since that time she has now time to act and provide relief. harmonica, he was a master of them all. served at all leadership levels from platoon The IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) Mr. Willie Wright, Sr. will be truly missed leader to company commander. Stephanie has recognized this problem and on April 13, and his legacy will continue in the heart of also honorably served in multiple staff posi- 2015, issued a recommendation that the IRS those he left behind: a devoted wife of sixty- tions in combat, including two deployments to exclude from FATCA reporting financial ac- two years, Claudie Mae; 6 children: Artha Earl, Afghanistan. She is married to Edward, a U.S. counts maintained by a financial institution in Robert Lee, Earline (James Zachary), Willie, Army veteran and the proud mother to their the country in which the U.S. citizen is a bona Jr., Brinda and Charlie Edward; 11 Grand- son Patrick. fide resident. To date, no action has been children: Sammie, Tonya (Jeremy), Stephanie In 2016, Colonel Sido was selected to serve taken to institute such a policy to alleviate the (Jimmie), Robert, Jr., Alvia (Christopher), as Legislative Liaison to the Army House Liai- burden on overseas Americans as a result of Aries, Robbie (Sha’marcus), Chauntrell, son Office. In her role as a legislative liaison, FATCA. That is why I am proud to introduce Jamie, Marcus and Charlie Martez; 7 Great- Colonel Sido served as the primary liaison be- the Overseas Americans Financial Access Act Grands, 1 sister-in-law, 6 brothers-in-law, nu- tween Members of the 114th and 115th Con- which would implement TAS’s recommenda- merous nieces, nephews and loved ones. gresses, their Staffs, Legislative Committees, tion and exempt Americans from FATCA re- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me and the U.S. Army. In this role, she planned, porting if their accounts are held in the same in recognizing the legacy of Mr. Willie Wright, coordinated, and accompanied Congressional country where they are a bona fide resident. Sr. for his dedication to the community, friends and Staff Delegations on numerous worldwide As Members of Congress, it is our duty to and his family. represent our constituents’ best interests fact-finding and investigative missions, and f strengthened the relationships and trust need- whether they live in the United States or over- ed to continue the longstanding confidence the seas. I urge my colleagues to support this bill IN RECOGNITION OF LIEUTENANT U.S. Congress has in the U.S. Army. so that we may fulfill this duty and grant our COMMANDER JOHN J. PARMA Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the overseas constituents the relief they need. selfless service of Lieutenant Colonel Steph- f HON. DUNCAN HUNTER anie A. Sido and her family as they proceed HONORING WILLIE WRIGHT, SR. OF CALIFORNIA to the next chapter in her remarkable career IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and continue to serve our great nation. HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Tuesday, April 25, 2017 f OF MISSISSIPPI Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to INTRODUCTION OF OVERSEAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognize and celebrate the service of Lieu- AMERICANS FINANCIAL ACCESS Tuesday, April 25, 2017 tenant Commander John J. Parma, who will ACT Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- retire from the United States Navy this month er, I rise today to honor the legacy of Mr. after 21 years of distinguished and faithful HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Willie Wright, Sr. service to our nation. OF NEW YORK Mr. Wright, Sr. was born to the union of Since graduating from class 214 of Basic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES George Moses Wright and Fannie Cowan Underwater Demolition/SEAL training, LCDR Wright. This union was blessed with five beau- Parma has participated in numerous combat Tuesday, April 25, 2017 tiful children. All of his siblings preceded him missions around the world. His service has Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. in death years ago in New York and Alabama, taken him from West Africa to Bosnia. Addi- Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce the Overseas but God saw fit to leave the baby, ‘‘Willie’’ in tionally, he has executed many combat special Americans Financial Access Act on behalf of Rural Holmes County, Mississippi for eighty- reconnaissance missions behind enemy lines the estimated 6–8 million American citizens two years. in Afghanistan and sensitive site exploitations living and working abroad. This bill would As a child, Willie confessed Christ as his in Iraq, which have earned him numerous amend the Foreign Account Tax Compliance personal savior and united with the Popular awards and accolades.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.015 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E533 By his side throughout his successful career RECOGNIZING MASTER SERGEANT versary. The TRA, which was enacted on April and arduous deployments have been his wife, KEARY J. MILLER ON RECEIVING 10, 1979, has and continues to be the critical Megan, and their children Madison, Brooklyn, THE AIR FORCE CROSS cornerstone in preserving the relationship be- Dominic, and Kennedy. Their love and support tween the United States and Taiwan, and in has aided and strengthened LCDR Parma HON. MATT GAETZ maintaining both the peace and stability of the throughout his service, and I congratulate OF FLORIDA Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s democratic exist- them as well on this special occasion. I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ence. The significance of the TRA, as well as proud to share in the celebration of LCDR the significance of President Reagan’s Six As- Parma’s military career, and as he and his Tuesday, April 25, 2017 surances of 1982, cannot be understated. family move to this next chapter of his life, I Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege Regional military buildups confirm the ne- wish LCDR Parma fair winds and following to pay tribute to Master Sergeant Keary J. Mil- cessity of the TRA and the policy that the seas as he embarks on his future endeavors. ler upon being awarded the Air Force Cross, United States shall ‘‘make available to Taiwan the service’s highest combat medal of valor. such defense articles and defense services in f While supporting a joint special operations such quantity as may be necessary to enable IN RECOGNITION OF POST 67 ON team during the Battle of Roberts Ridge on Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY March 4, 2002, then-Tech. Sgt. Miller saved capability.’’ The security interests of our good the lives of ten U.S. service members and as- friend and security partner Taiwan must not be sisted in the recovery of seven who were marginalized. The commitments made in the HON. DORIS O. MATSUI killed in action all while facing insurmountable Congressionally-mandated Taiwan Relations OF CALIFORNIA odds and a barrage of heavy enemy fire. Act and President Reagan’s ‘‘Six Assurances’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The courage shown by this dedicated can never be compromised. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 pararescueman is a true testament of his It is my hope that by working with our character. Master Sergeant Miller embodies friends in Taiwan, we can help find the bal- Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the selfless commitment to service, sacrifice, ance necessary for the region. Doing so is yet recognize the Lt. Philip V. Lansdale Veterans and exceptional skill of our Nation’s service another way we guarantee Taiwan’s freedom of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 67 as they cele- members. and democracy. Our obligations under the brate the 100th Anniversary of their congres- The entire Northwest Florida community is TRA are clear, and I ask my colleagues to join sional charter. The VFW Post 67 is the sec- immensely proud of our area’s tradition of mili- me in working with the Administration in focus- ond Post in California to reach their centennial tary service and support for those who wear ing on this important issue as this session of milestone. As they gather tonight for their the uniform. It is a true honor to recognize Congress continues to unfold. Centennial Celebration, I would like to honor Master Sergeant Miller upon this most notable On this 38th Anniversary, I reaffirm my sup- the members of the VFW Post 67 for the su- distinction. port for the TRA and the Six Assurances, and perb work they have done on behalf of vet- I wish the people of Taiwan the very best. erans and veteran causes on a national stage f f and in the Sacramento area. CHARLES A. TINDLEY ACCELER- In 1916, 32 veterans who served in the U.S. ATED SCHOOL VARSITY BOYS HONORING ELIZABETH D. EVANS Army and U.S. Navy chose to continue to BASKETBALL TEAM serve our country by aiding their veteran HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON brothers and sisters in our region. The Post is HON. ANDRE´ CARSON OF MISSISSIPPI named after Lt. Philip V. Lansdale, who OF INDIANA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served on the U.S. Philadelphia. VFW Post 67 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was founded in Sacramento with the noble Tuesday, April 25, 2017 cause to ensure the war bonuses promised to Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- veterans after World War I, to promote com- Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today er, I rise today to honor the incredible educa- radeship, and to improve the well-being of vet- I rise to offer my congratulations to the tor, leader, and public servant, Elizabeth D. erans and their families. On January 3, 1917, Charles A. Tindley Accelerated School Varsity Evans. VFW Post 67 was recognized for its efforts Boys Basketball Team. The Tindley Tigers se- Elizabeth Evans joined the Mississippi Val- and received it congressional charter. cured the Division 1A Indiana State Boys Bas- ley State University faculty in the fall of 2003 VFW Post 67 has had many great leaders ketball Championship on March 25, 2017 at where she currently serves in the Social in its 100 years. Most notably are the first Post Bankers Life Field House after a 51–49 victory Sciences Department. She earned a Bachelor Commander, Mr. William Taylor, and the Sil- over Lafayette Central Catholic. of Science Degree in Mathematics from Mis- ver Star recipient Mr. Darold D. Decoe, Sr. as This is the Tigers first appearance in the sissippi Valley State University, where she National Commander in Chief. For a century, state finals and the team made it count by was commissioned as a Distinguished Grad- The VFW Post 67 has provided support to an clinching the school’s first state championship uate of the U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer abundant amount of veterans and has used its in any sport. The game’s last minute shot and Training Corps (AFROTC) program. She collective voice to advocate for veteran stolen inbound pass secured the win for the earned a Master of Arts Degree in Public causes. Current members are dedicated to Tindley Tigers, who were led by Head Coach Management from the University of Houston- continuing the mission of the VFW Post 67 Bob Wonell. Clear Lake, Texas, and a Ph.D. degree in and continue to be a haven for Sacramento’s The Tindley Tigers have secured their place Public Policy and Administration from Mis- veterans. in the storied history of Indiana basketball. I sissippi State University. In honoring tonight’s celebration, it is impor- extend my congratulations to the student ath- Other educational ventures include comple- tant to honor all of the important work and letes, coaching staff, school and our entire In- tion of the Air Force’s three-tier Professional contributions to veterans that the VFW Post dianapolis community on their accomplishment Military Education program (Squadron Officer 67 has helped advanced nationally and in the this season. School, Air Command and Staff College, and Sacramento region. The VFW played a major f Air War College) and Academic Instructor role in the formation of the Veterans Adminis- School while serving in the U.S. Air Force. tration as well as pursuing compensation for CELEBRATING THE 38TH ANNIVER- As an assistant professor in the Social Vietnam veterans and fighting for both the SARY OF THE TAIWAN RELA- Sciences Department and the Public Adminis- 20th and 21st century GI bills. We would like TIONS ACT tration Program, she teaches freshman to express gratitude to those involved in Post through senior level courses, manages the in- 67’s diligent service to our country’s veterans HON. EARL L. ‘‘BUDDY’’ CARTER ternship program, advises all students in the and their families. OF GEORGIA Public Administration program, and serves as Mr. Speaker, as the members of the VFW IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coordinator for the Public Administration pro- Post 67 take part in their centennial celebra- gram. tion, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Her primary interests are in continuous per- honoring them for their astounding service to Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise sonal improvement and student achievement. the veteran community in the Sacramento today to recognize the palpable achievements She believes that teaching is more than the area. of the Taiwan Relations Act on its 38th Anni- giving of information; it is working to ensure

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As my chief policy advisor, Bret was and the entire Breaux Vineyard team contin- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me integral to all aspects of our day-to-day oper- ued phenomenal success in all of their future in recognizing Elizabeth D. Evans, an Educa- ations, from managing the legislative team to endeavors. tor, a Leader and Public Servant for her dedi- coordinating with the communications staff. Al- f cation to serving others and giving back to the though we will miss him greatly, Team African American community. Denham wishes him the best in his next en- RECOGNIZING MOLLY ORTEGA FOR HER LIFETIME OF SERVICE f deavor and I look forward to working with him in his new role at the Association of American RECOGNIZING BRET MANLEY Railroads, where he will continue his work in HON. CHERI BUSTOS transportation. OF ILLINOIS HON. JEFF DENHAM Mr. Speaker, please join me in applauding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA Bret Manley for his unrelenting service and Tuesday, April 25, 2017 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognizing his great achievements during his Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Tuesday, April 25, 2017 time here in the House of Representatives. f honor Molly Ortega who is retiring after almost Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 35 years of federal service. Ms. Ortega has recognize Bret Manley and thank him for his IN RECOGNITION OF THE 20TH AN- worked for decades at the Federal Aviation years of dedicated service. NIVERSARY OF BREAUX VINE- Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Born and raised in San Dimas, California, YARDS Security Administration (TSA) to ensure these Bret went on to attend the University of Cali- vital agencies have the resources and staff fornia, Berkeley Walter A. Haas School of HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK they need to keep us safe. Business. At the University, he served as the OF VIRGINIA Ms. Ortega has utilized her decades of President of the Berkeley College Repub- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES agency experience and insights to improve the licans, was a member of Phi Delta Theta, safety of civil aviation in our region. She pro- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Order of Omega, the National Society of Col- vided support and guidance to the manage- legiate Scholars, and the Associated Students Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ment team in the staffing and training of es- of the University of California. Bret began his to recognize Breaux Vineyards of Purcellville, sential personnel at TSA, and prior to that she career in public service as an intern in Rep- Virginia on the occasion of its 20th Anniver- was employed at the FAA for nearly two dec- resentative Gary Miller’s office, where he was sary celebration. ades, working in multiple positions. I am proud hired shortly after. Always a hard worker, Bret Situated on a 404-acre estate overlooking to have such dedicated civil servants in my quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a the beautiful valley between the Blue Ridge community that set an example for future gen- legislative assistant and then a financial serv- and Short Hill Mountains, Breaux Vineyards erations. ices policy advisor for Representative Miller. has for several years been voted Virginia’s fa- Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank Ms. Or- Prior to leaving Representative Miller’s office, vorite winery because of its absolute commit- tega for her dedication to the safety of trav- Bret was recognized as one of Capitol Hill’s ment to excellence in the wines it produces elers and passengers in our region. I con- 50 Most Beautiful in 2010. and the hospitality that it extends to all of its gratulate her on a well-earned retirement and For the last six years, Bret has been a guid- guests. wish her luck in her future endeavors. ing figure in my office as Legislative Director. Breaux Vineyards wines have a superior f He has helped introduce 43 individual pieces international reputation, having placed among of legislation, five of which were ushered into the winners in more than 100 regional, na- CONGRATULATING THE 2017 EN- law. Thanks to Bret, you can now ride with tional, and international competitions. LISTEES FROM FLORIDA’S 20TH your pet on AMTRAK and the federal govern- While Breaux Vineyards is also recognized CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT ment can more easily sell excess properties, as a first-rate venue for weddings and cor- relieving American taxpayers of government porate meetings, I am grateful that the warm HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS waste. He was instrumental in orchestrating hospitality of the Breaux family and staff daily OF FLORIDA the first Congressional hearing at the Old Post extends to my constituents residing in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Office, which led to a long term lease of the Loudoun County and northern Virginia. Often building, eventually becoming the Trump Inter- using the expression ‘‘No reservation or RSVP Tuesday, April 25, 2017 national Hotel. required,’’ the vineyard invites local people Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to A champion of conservative values, he’s and visiting tourists, including children and honor 41 high school seniors from Florida’s also led the fight to keep the California High pets, to regularly enjoy the diverse events that 20th Congressional district, who have chosen Speed Rail project transparent and account- take place there each year, including the to enlist in the United States Armed Forces. able, while also managing a diverse portfolio Fourth Fridays activities that feature live enter- Of these 41 fine young people, 14 have of issues including financial services, immigra- tainment, the annual Dog Day celebration, the joined the United States Army, to include: Wil- tion, economics, and transportation and infra- Cajun Festival that is in its 20th year, and liam Bethel, Cameron Clayton, Javier Her- structure. He has worked tirelessly in his role other regularly scheduled events. In addition, nandez, Cassidy Anderson, Mack Cromer II, as my chief advisor during my tenure as Breaux Vineyards offers itself as a venue for Derly Dormeus, Benjamin Gacel, Clayton Gib- Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Rail- various local charity events, including the 3rd son, Ryan Golubovic, Tyler Grove, Ryan roads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. He Annual Corks for a Cause that on May 19th of Julien, Corey Pritchett, Sean Riley and Julio was instrumental with policy formulations and this year will be benefitting the Loudoun Child Alvarez. the eventual passage of the Passenger Rail Advocacy Center, a program of the Loudoun Seventeen have joined the United States Reform and Investment Act, Positive Train Abused Women’s Shelter. Marine Corps, to include: Jason Marquez, Control, and the Protecting our Infrastructure I am pleased to report that the wine industry Cristal Verdugo, Patrick Rhoden, Maikel of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act, among in Virginia has grown so rapidly that the Com- Suarez, Kathy Sylvestre, Henry Rivera, Albert many others. In addition, Bret also served as monwealth is now the fifth largest state for viti- Londono, Lindel Coffie, Maya Colson, Weston manager and coach at the biennial Congres- culture in the nation, with annual sales of Boyd, Nicolas Franco, Errohl Cruz, John sional Football Game for Charity. close to $1 billion. I am also pleased that Osegueda, Jonathan Thompson, Caitlin Silva, Although it is clear Bret doesn’t mind the Loudoun County has contributed to this suc- Melissa Edwards and Pierre Chery. grueling pace of Capitol Hill, he can often be cess as the location of 44 of Virginia’s 280 Five have joined the United States Navy, to found on the golf course or singing lead wineries, the most of any county in the Com- include: Jade Apolo-Hecker, Miguel Scott, Brit- vocals and playing guitar for his band, Full monwealth, and that Breaux Vineyards, tany Stewart, Shinequah Stone and Ofelia Fifth, self-described as ‘‘the most fun you’ll through its commitment to the quality of its Velasquez. have in public.’’ In addition to work and his wines and its hospitality, has been an extraor- Four have joined the United States Army seemingly endless list of hobbies, Bret is also dinary leader in our wine industry. National Guard, to include: Cobe Pate,

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Florida’s 20th Congressional district, I thank Jack’s incredible service has been recog- them for their service. I wish them the very Tuesday, April 25, 2017 nized by many over the years with a myriad of best of luck now and in their future. Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege awards and commendations. He is recipient of to pay tribute to Staff Sergeant Christopher G. f the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Baradat upon being awarded the Air Force Gold Seal Award, the Lewis Savitsky Staff Ex- HONORING JACK WALSH, RECIPI- Cross, the service’s highest combat medal of cellence Award, the Hazel Knapp Award for ENT OF THE 2017 CHARLES H. valor. regional leadership as well as the Derby His- FLYNN HUMANITARIAN AWARD During his third deployment, Staff Sergeant torical Society’s Dr. John I. Howe Award just Baradat called in close air support from A–10 to name a few. He was named to the Boys & HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Thunderbolt II fighter jets and AC–130 Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley OF CONNECTICUT gunships while exposing himself directly to Alumni Association Hall of Fame and honored IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enemy gunfire. His efforts resulted in the safe- by the Lower Naugatuck Valley Bar Associa- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ty and rescue of 150 troops and the destruc- tion with their Liberty Bell Award. The YMCA tion of 50 enemy and 13 separate fighting po- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is my great presented him with their Strong Community sitions. honor to join the communities of the Builder Award and the Women and Heart Dis- The courage shown by this dedicated Spe- Naugatuck Valley as they pay tribute to the ease Committee at Griffin Hospital presented cial Tactics Airman is a true testament of his outstanding and incalculable contributions of him with their ‘‘Caring Heart’’ Award. character. Staff Sergeant Baradat embodies Jack Walsh by honoring him with the 47th An- Tonight, marking his lifetime of service, Jack the selfless commitment to service, sacrifice, nual Charles H. Flynn Humanitarian Award. Walsh is presented with the Charles H. Flynn and exceptional skill of our Nation’s service The oldest award of its kind, this prestigious Humanitarian Award—and I cannot think of a members. honor is bestowed each year to a member of more deserving individual to recognize for The entire Northwest Florida community is the Valley community in recognition of their their commitment, dedication, and extraor- immensely proud of our areas tradition of mili- lifetime commitment to service. dinary good work. I am honored to join the tary service and support for those who wear A life-long resident of Derby, Connecticut, communities of the Naugatuck Valley in thank- the uniform. It is a true honor to recognize Jack dedicated his personal and professional ing Jack for his unparalleled public service— Staff Sergeant Baradat upon this most notable life to enriching the many communities of the his is a legacy that will not soon be matched distinction. Naugatuck Valley and improving the quality of and most certainly will continue to inspire f life for all of its residents. Jack began his ca- service in others for generations to come. reer as a teacher in Shelton and Derby, a high HONORING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY school basketball coach in Shelton, and the OF ELLA FITZGERALD f Director of the Derby Recreation Camp. In each of these roles, Jack helped to shape the HONORING RAYMOND RANGERS HON. ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT hearts and minds of the next generations of BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM OF VIRGINIA Valley residents, ensuring that they had ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cess to educational opportunities and provided a strong foundation on which to build their fu- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ture success. Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise In 1989, Jack began his tenure as President OF MISSISSIPPI today to honor ‘‘The First Lady of Song’’, Ella & CEO of the Valley United Way—a career IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fitzgerald on her 100th birthday. which spanned nearly thirty years until his re- Born on April 25, 1917 in Newport News, tirement just last November. Under his tenure Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Virginia, Ella Jane Fitzgerald went on to define the organization grew as a community re- Jazz music for more than half a century. source with the addition of the Youth Leader- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Fitzgerald’s career first began when she per- ship Program, the Volunteer Action Center, er, I rise today to honor the Raymond Rangers formed at an amateur night contest at the and the partner Agency Council, which has Boys Basketball Team, from my District, on Apollo Theater in 1934. She was just 17 years since expanded to become the Valley Council the victory over Leake Central Boys Basketball old and received first place. After overcoming for Health & Human Services. Jack also Team in the Mississippi Boys Class 4A Cham- a tumultuous childhood, Fitzgerald recorded helped to spearhead the Valley’s successful pionship Game (52–46). her first major hit, ‘‘A-Tisket A-Tasket,’’ in effort in the All-America City competition. I would like to recognize the team beginning 1938 just four short years after her appear- In addition to his professional contributions, with the coaching staff; Head Coach Robert ance at the Apollo Theater. Jack is an active member of the community. Green, and the Assistant Coach, Terrell An- In 1958, during the inaugural Grammy His seemingly innumerable titles include Chair derson. Because of their hard work and dedi- Awards, Fitzgerald won best jazz performance of the Electronic Valley project, President of cation, the Rangers’ 23–5 record has captured and best female vocal performance. Remem- the Board of Directors at the Derby Neck Li- their second state championship in the bered for her humble demeanor, effortless brary, member and past president of both the school’s history, and first state title (2017 Dis- stage presence, and inventive voice, Fitz- Derby/Shelton Rotary Club and the Ancient trict 3–4A Champions), since 1999. gerald recorded more than 200 albums in her Order of Hibernians, past President of the lifetime and sold over 40 million records. Dur- Board of Directors for the Derby Historical So- The players’ teamwork and athletic abilities ing her impressive and lengthy career, Fitz- ciety and former member of the board of di- are also evident with this victory. The players gerald worked with many other great jazz art- rectors for the Hallock’s Landing Senior Hous- are: Keyundrea Downs, Tremayne Watts, ists of the time including Duke Ellington, Nat ing Project. He served on the Valley Advisory Keivonte Watts, Tavian Coleman, Cameron King Cole, Frank Sinatra, and Dizzy Gillespie. Committee for the Community Foundation for Woodall, Jiris Killingsworth, DeMarius Daniels, Ella Fitzgerald won 13 Grammy’s during her Greater New Haven, is a Corporator for Griffin SharDarrion Allen, TraDavis Thompson, lifetime, and was awarded the National Medal Hospital and a member and past Co-chair of JeKeivious Williams, Girrod Harris, Jared of Arts by President Ronald Reagan in 1987 the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Yale/ Keyes, Alvin Brown and Jakorie Smith. and the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Griffin Prevention Resource Center. Jack is a Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me President George H.W. Bush in 1992. member of the Board of Directors for the On- in congratulating one of the basketball teams Mr. Speaker, although Ella Fitzgerald is no line Journalism Project, the parent organiza- in my district, Raymond Rangers Boys Basket- longer here with us, her music is still cele- tion for the Valley Independent Sentinel as ball Team. brated throughout the world, especially in her

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:23 Apr 26, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.028 E25APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2017 birthplace of Newport News, Virginia, and I well-being of the Montgomery County commu- ices, Jay has been generous in giving back to hope that it continues to inspire well beyond nity. his local community. A strong man of God, her 100th Birthday. On April 30th, Detective Akin of the Mont- Jay serves as a member at St. Mary’s Catho- f gomery County Sheriffs Department will enter lic Church in Delano and was responsible for a well-deserved retirement after almost thirty organizing the induction of rites celebration for RECOGNIZING MAYOR DAVID K. years of dedicated public service. Father Loji Pilones as the new priest of St. PENDERGRASS A native Texan, Brent was born and raised Mary’s. Jay was an organizer for the St. in Houston by his parents, JoAnn and Row- Mary’s Thanksgiving Community Feed, where HON. JIMMY PANETTA land Akin. Together with his five siblings: Joe, he helped provide meals for less fortunate OF CALIFORNIA Ricky, Bill, Deronda, and Rowland, Brent grew families during the holidays. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES up in the Houston community. In 1983, Brent His community service extends past his par- married the love of his life, Catherine Parada ish; Mr. Tamsi works as the Director on sev- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 and, two years later, packed their belongings eral community boards including the Greater Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- and moved to The Woodlands, TX where they Area Delano Youth Foundation and the Phil- nize David Pendergrass, the Mayor of Sand have resided ever since. In 1987, Brent and ippine Weekend Executive Committee. He is City, on his retirement after serving as mayor Catherine welcomed a beautiful daughter, also a Lifetime Member of Delano Harvest for thirty-five years. As an outstanding citizen Emily, who has blessed them with a son-in- Holidays. Mr. Tamsi’s love of service and and public servant, Mayor Pendergrass made law, Stephen Richards, and a grandson, community involvement extended into his cre- a significant impact on the lives of citizens and Noah. ation of the only Filipino Hall in the State of the business community in Sand City in his Brent officially began his career in law en- California, which works to promote Filipinos’ four decades of public service. forcement when he graduated from the t po- needs in the community. As Mayor, he has achieved high praise for lice academy in 1987. Just one year later, he Mr. Tamsi is being honored as the Grand his accomplishments in the local, regional and joined the Montgomery County Sheriff’s De- Marshal of the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta of his business community on the Central Coast. In partment, where he has served for nearly thir- home city of Delano, California, which holds addition to his time as mayor, David was a ty years, working under five sheriffs. Most re- one of the largest and oldest celebrations in professional artist and illustrator. He also had cently, Brent works as a Detective, but during the United States. This high honor is being be- a thirty-two-year tenure working for the United his many years of distinguished service, he stowed upon a great man who has spent States Army Training Division, in the Direc- held various positions within the department countless hours helping his community and torate of Plans, Training, and Mobilization as a Patrol Officer and Internal Affairs Officer. neighbors. Support Center. Throughout his career, Brent has helped Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the Mayor Pendergrass entered public service countless members of our community con- United States House of Representatives to in 1978 and twice served as Chair of the Mon- ducting criminal investigations, providing secu- join me in thanking Mr. Jay Tamsi for his terey Peninsula Water Management District. rity for community events, and patrolling the years of community service and congratulating Further, he served on the Fort Ord Reuse Au- cities and roads of Montgomery County. Brent him on being the Grand Marshal of the Cinco thority, the Monterey-Salinas Transit Board of has worked to solve many high profile cases, de Mayo Fiesta in Delano. Directors, the Regional Taxi Authority, the including the 1999 Wanda Pitts murder case. f Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority His close attention to detail, perseverance, HONORING MILLS ACADEMY and the Association of Monterey Area Govern- commitment to the law and serving his com- ments. munity is evident in every case he has worked HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON During his tenure, Mayor Pendergrass has on. OF MISSISSIPPI turned Sand City into a hub of economic and Brent has honorably dedicated himself to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commercial activity. The accomplishments he Montgomery County as is evidenced by count- has made to the Central Coast community will less first-hand accounts and the many com- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 be felt for generations. His involvement in mendations he has received, such as the Pub- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- local and regional governance has provided a lic Safety Hero Award in 2009. er, I rise today to honor a remarkable organi- positive economic impact to the local business I am pleased to join Brent’s family friends, zation, Mills Academy. sector. the citizens of Montgomery County, and the With Mississippi schools mandating funda- As Mayor, he has worked diligently on the entire Eighth Congressional District of Texas mental tests for kindergarten through third challenging issue of water supply quantity and to give thanks and wish him well as he begins grade students to pass in order to advance to quality for the Monterey Peninsula. He also his retirement. the next grade, one woman has made it her provided leadership in the community effort to f mission to help the children in the Greenville deal with the closure of Fort Ord and establish Public School District. Airnecia Mills, founder CSU Monterey Bay. Mayor Pendergrass has IN RECOGNITION OF MR. JAY and director of Mills Academy, an after-school deep roots in the community by raising three TAMSI tutoring program for students in pre-K all the children, fourteen grandchildren, and one way through college, has started a free third- great-grandchild. I am proud of the mayor’s HON. DAVID G. VALADAO grade reading comprehension program in an many personal and professional accomplish- OF CALIFORNIA effort to prepare area children for upcoming ments. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES state tests. ‘‘We’re encouraging students to Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize read passages and comprehend what the Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the dedication and hard work Mayor questions are asking them with the same Pendergrass has given to Sand City and the Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to strategies they will be tested on,’’ Mills said. Central Coast region. I ask my distinguished thank Mr. Jay Tamsi for his dedicated commu- Last year, all of Mills’ third-graders passed colleagues to join me in recognizing Mayor nity service and to congratulate him for being the reading gate and many of her students Pendergrass and to congratulate him on his selected as the Grand Marshal of the Cinco showed exceptional growth in their star lit- well-earned retirement. de Mayo Fiesta in Delano, California. eracy and reading test, she said. Aside from f Mr. Tamsi was born August 17, 1978 in Ba- the reading program, Mills Academy provides kersfield, California to his parents, Olivia and after-school help for students in pre-k through IN HONOR OF DETECTIVE BRENT Jimmy Tamsi. Mr. Tamsi has strong Kern 12th grade from 4:00–8:00 p.m. every week- AKIN County roots, having attended Cecil Avenue day. While helping students to enhance their Middle School in Delano, Delano High School, educational experience, the academy focuses HON. KEVIN BRADY and later the California State University, Ba- on promoting academic achievement, devel- OF TEXAS kersfield, where he graduated in 2001 with a oping stronger academic skills, test-taking and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications studying skills. Homework assistance, test and Marketing. prep and tutorials are given to students after Tuesday, April 25, 2017 As the President and Chief Executive Offi- school to help eliminate the illiteracy in the Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today, I cer of Kern County Hispanic Chamber of community. am honored to recognize and thank Brent Akin Commerce and a successful business owner Mills started this program towards the end for his selfless commitment to the safety and of his own company, Tamsi Consulting Serv- of 2015 and her family was super supportive

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Thanks James, who is in his 35th year coaching the ementary education with a special education to the Kiwanis Club, our future is in good Giants and boasted that ‘‘it’s been a team ef- and reading endorsement. hands. fort all year.’’ The entire team, including the She was an educator in the public school The impressive growth and charitable reach players, coaches, managers and fans should district and realized there was a need for extra of the Kiwanis Club of Elkhart is a true reflec- be proud of their record, including a 14 game help for students in the after-school extended tion of the hardworking Hoosier spirit its mem- winning streak, and for bringing their school a program. bers embody. third championship. With more than 20 students enrolled, Mills Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Indiana’s 2nd Dis- Winning a state championship is reaching said she hopes to continue the growth of the trict, I want to thank the Kiwanis Club of Elk- the pinnacle of basketball and the entire Indi- academy and wants to be able to make a big- hart for continuing to provide such a remark- anapolis community is proud to celebrate their ger impact. ‘‘I really believe I can make an im- able opportunity for children and young adults accomplishments this season. pact in children’s lives and I want to see to challenge themselves and fight for worthy f growth in them. One of my main goals is to causes in their own neighborhoods and on the see how I helped that child. I am very pas- global stage. RECOGNIZING THE PENSACOLA sionate about education because it’s the key f BLUE WAHOOS BASEBALL TEAM to success,’’ Mills said. IN RECOGNITION OF PORTUGUESE While Mills’ focus right now is on the third- HON. MATT GAETZ IMMIGRANT WEEK grade reading test, she also helps students OF FLORIDA prepare for the ACT. ‘‘I had one student to go HON. DORIS O. MATSUI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from a 16 to an 18, and he was preparing to Tuesday, April 25, 2017 get into nursing school and that was his main OF CALIFORNIA focus,’’ she said. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Parents in the community have been very Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the Pensacola Blue Wahoos Baseball Team, in Northwest Florida. In 2016, the Southern supportive of her mission and have partici- Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in pated in many of the Mills Academy events, League of Professional Baseball Clubs an- recognition of the 50th Anniversary of Por- nounced the Wahoos as the winners of the which include: fundraisers, paint classes, tuguese Immigrant Week. As members of the movie nights for the kids and even an event ‘‘Community Service Award’’. Portuguese community in the Sacramento re- In addition, the Director of Sports Turf Man- for Dr. Seuss’ birthday that the parents and gion celebrate and gather today, I ask my col- community supports,’’ she said. agement for the Blue Wahoos, Ray Sayre, leagues to join me in honoring them and their was named the ‘‘Groundskeeper of the Year’’ Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me long history and contributions to our region in recognizing Mills Academy for its dedication for the fourth consecutive season. and country. The team members have demonstrated a to serving and giving back to the community. California was discovered by Portuguese f profound dedication to their community by par- explorer Joao Rodrigues Cabrillo in 1542. ticipating in activities that directly benefit and CONGRATULATING THE KIWANIS Centuries later, in the mid-1800s, Portuguese uplift the Pensacola area. CLUB OF ELKHART ON CELE- immigrants made new roots for their families The Wahoos’ outreach has helped such or- BRATING 100 YEARS OF SERVICE setting in our state—many owned, operated, ganizations as the Epilepsy Foundation of or worked on a dairy farm or in the dairy-re- Northwest Florida, Autism Pensacola, the HON. JACKIE WALORSKI lated industry. Throughout the many decades, United Way, the National Alliance of Mental Ill- the Portuguese communities in California have ness, and many more. OF INDIANA made a great effort to preserve their culture IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Working with the Studer Community Insti- and identity. The Portuguese communities and tute, through such programs as ‘‘Kazoo’s Tuesday, April 25, 2017 their members contribute many services to the Grand Slam Reading Program’’, the team has Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today local community and they are always striving highlighted the priority of Early Childhood Edu- to congratulate the Kiwanis Club of Elkhart on to uphold the values that the Portuguese com- cation; this program reached over 9,000 stu- celebrating 100 years of service. munity holds dear. Fifty years ago, recognizing dents and parents in 2016. In 1917, the 36th Kiwanis Club was formed their contributions, then Governor Ronald The Blue Wahoos have a long history of in Elkhart, Indiana. Since then, this incredible Reagan declared the second week of March taking an active role in their community. In unit of volunteers and local leaders has been as ‘‘Portuguese Immigrant Week’’. We cele- 2012, their unwavering support and involve- dedicated to improving the lives of children brate the long history of the Portuguese com- ment resulted in them being named the around the world and right here at home. munity in our region. The community in Sac- ‘‘Southern League Organization of the Year’’, Kiwanis Clubs around the country and ramento continues to share their rich and ‘‘Ballpark Digest’s Organization of the Year’’, across the globe aim to encourage, support, beautiful heritage and we will continue to cele- and ‘‘Ballpark of the Year’’ by and inspire local youth to make a difference in brate their influence in our region. Baseballparks.com. their communities. From rebuilding schools to Mr. Speaker, as members of our community The tradition of excellence has continued hosting food drives, Kiwanians are serving gather to celebrate the outstanding contribu- since 2013, when the team was named ‘‘Sta- others while learning to work together and find tions of our Portuguese families, I ask all my dium Journey’s Best Minor League Ballpark positive solutions to society’s most challenging colleagues to join me in honoring them for Experience’’; and again, awarded the ‘‘South- problems. their dedication. ern League Community Service Award’’. Since The commitment of Elkhart Kiwanis to serv- f then, the Blue Wahoos have won many ing our community is demonstrated by its sig- BEN DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY awards from a multitude of organizations be- nature program, Knowledge is Dynamite—or BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM cause of their selfless contributions to the KID—Day. Twice a year, they honor a group Pensacola area. of local fourth grade students who have dem- HON. ANDRE´ CARSON I would like to personally thank all of the onstrated perseverance and personal growth. OF INDIANA past and present members of the Blue Wa- Over the last 30 years, they have recognized hoos, as well as all of the employees who par- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the achievements of more than 1,300 students ticipate and provide support for the team and and inspired countless more to set and strive Tuesday, April 25, 2017 community events. I would also like to thank toward meaningful goals. Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today Quint Studer and his team for providing the The longstanding tradition of volunteerism I rise before you to offer a word of congratula- leadership that supports this remarkable coop- and leadership runs strong in the Kiwanis tions to the Ben Davis High School Varsity erative contribution. members in Elkhart. I am incredibly grateful Boys Basketball Team. The Giants captured On behalf of the United States Congress, I for the positive role this organization has the Division 4A Indiana State Boys Basketball am honored to recognize the Pensacola Blue played in making our community a better Championship on March 25, 2017 at Bankers Wahoos Baseball Team for their continuous place. When children are empowered to break Life Field House in Indianapolis after a 55–52 devotion to enhancing their community and for through obstacles and help those in need, win over Fort Wayne North Side. their contribution to an immeasurable positive

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To qual- OF MISSISSIPPI HON. PETE OLSON ify, Maye and Treed had to compete at a local IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS qualifier, one of 50 sub-regional competitions, Tuesday, April 25, 2017 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and one of 10 regionals. Only 80 competed in Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Tuesday, April 25, 2017 the junior competition. er, I rise today to honor an intuitive and self- On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to motivated young man, Mr. Carl Tart. sional District of Texas, congratulations again congratulate Jordan Cheek of Needville, TX, Carl Tart is a 2016 graduate of Yazoo City to Maye and Treed Huang for their stellar per- for winning the 2016 Reserve World Cham- High School, finishing number 3 of 127 in his formances at the Drive, Chip and Putt National pionship Youth Title in the American Quarter class, with a 4.03 GPA and an ACT score of Finals. We’re proud of their hard work and Horse Association’s Versatility Ranch Horse 25. He chose to continue his education ap- look forward to seeing them play at Augusta World show. proximately 151 miles north of Yazoo City at again—at the Masters. the University of Mississippi, where he is pur- The show took place at the Houston Live- stock & Rodeo, where Jordan and her horse, suing a bachelor’s degree in Secondary f Science Education. He plans to return to Irish Cowboy, competed in ranch riding, ranch Yazoo City to teach at his alma mater. trail, reining, cutting, conformation halter, and BEST WISHES TO PEARLAND Carl is the recipient of the Ole Miss Aca- working cow work. Jordan has been riding POLICE CHIEF J.C. DOYLE demic Excellence Scholarship, Mississippi horses since the age of three and showing Boy’s State Delegate scholarship, the Bledsoe since she was eight. She competes in eques- Academic Award, the Mississippi Star Student trian drill team, halter, English performance, HON. PETE OLSON Scholarship and the King’s Memorial Scholar- western performance, reining, and speed OF TEXAS ship for students in the School of Education. events. Eight years ago, she also began judg- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He is also the recipient of three local scholar- ing horse competitions. After graduating from ships: the Yazoo County Conventions and Needville High School, Jordan plans to pursue Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Visitors Bureau Scholarship, the Yazoo Com- a nursing program at Texas Tech University. Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to munity Scholarship and the Community Solu- On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- thank Chief J.C. Doyle of Pearland, TX, for his tions of Mississippi Scholarship. He is also the sional District of Texas, congratulations again distinguished service with the Pearland Police recipient of the Robert Ben Williams Minority to Jordan for winning the 2016 Reserve World Department. Chief Doyle is retiring after 38 Scholarship Endowment, which supports Championship Youth Title. We are proud of years of service. scholarship awarded for academic excellence her hard work and look forward to her future and provides assistance for young Mississip- success. A lifetime Pearland resident, Chief Doyle joined the Pearland Police Department in pians. Being the first Fund to be established f by the university’s African American alumni, 1979. He has worked as a detective, a patrol the scholarship is named after Yazoo City Na- KATY SIBLINGS COMPETE AT sergeant and as the commander for a multi- tive Ben Williams, known as ‘‘Gentle Ben’’, DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT NA- agency Special Weapons and Tactics Team. who was the first African American football TIONAL FINALS He was the Assistant Chief of Police from player at Ole Miss. 1994 until 1999, when he was appointed Chief Carl has joined various organizations includ- HON. PETE OLSON of Police. He’s the longest-serving police Chief in the department and has been an integral ing the Ole Miss Black Student Union, Teach- OF TEXAS part of keeping the Pearland community safe. ers of Tomorrow, and holding the position as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Events Coordinator for the FASTrack, LLC. He We wish him an enjoyable and happy retire- plans to start his own organization in the Tuesday, April 25, 2017 ment. spring that supports no-kill animal shelters and Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- pet adoption agencies. He has also worked on congratulate Maye and Treed Huang of Katy, sional District of Texas, I wanted again to the campaigns of the reigning Homecoming TX, for qualifying and competing at the Drive, thank Chief Doyle for his dedicated public Queen MK Phillips and Miss Ole Miss Acacia Chip and Putt National Finals at the Augusta service. All of Pearland has benefitted from his Santos. National Golf Club in GA. commitment to safety and we thank him.

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Acosta Nomination—Agreement: Senate contin- Authorities for Committees to Meet: Page S2535 ued consideration the nomination of R. Alexander Privileges of the Floor: Page S2535 Acosta, of Florida, to be Secretary of Labor. Page S2518 Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- (Total—114) Page S2518 viding for further consideration of the nomination at Adjournment: Senate convened at 10 a.m. and ad- approximately 9:30 a.m., on Wednesday, April 26, journed at 5:44 p.m., until 9:30 a.m. on Wednes- 2017, with the time until 11:30 a.m. equally di- day, April 26, 2017. (For Senate’s program, see the vided in the usual form; and that notwithstanding remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s the provisions of Rule XXII, the vote on the motion Record on page S2536.) to invoke cloture on the nomination occur at 11:30 a.m. Page S2536 Committee Meetings Nomination Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- lowing nomination: (Committees not listed did not meet) By 94 yeas to 6 nays (Vote No. EX. 114), Rod U.S. ASSISTANCE FOR EGYPT J. Rosenstein, of Maryland, to be Deputy Attorney General. Pages S2500–18, S2538 Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs concluded Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- a hearing to examine United States assistance for lowing nominations: Egypt, after receiving testimony from Elliott Kari A. Bingen, of Virginia, to be a Principal Abrams, Council on Foreign Relations, New York, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense. New York; and Michele Dunne, Carnegie Endow- Robert Daigle, of Virginia, to be Director of Cost ment for International Peace, and Tom Malinowski, Assessment and Program Evaluation, Department of former Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Defense. Human Rights, and Labor, both of Washington, Robert Story Karem, of the District of Columbia, D.C. to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense. Kenneth P. Rapuano, of Virginia, to be an Assist- BUSINESS MEETING ant Secretary of Defense. Committee on Armed Services: Committee ordered favor- Scott P. Brown, of New Hampshire, to be Ambas- ably reported 5,550 nominations in the Army, Navy, sador to New Zealand, and to serve concurrently and Air Force, and Marine Corps. without additional compensation as Ambassador to ASIA-PACIFIC POLICY AND STRATEGY the Independent State of Samoa. John J. Sullivan, of Maryland, to be Deputy Sec- Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded a retary of State. hearing to examine policy and strategy in the Asia- Stephen Elliott Boyd, of Alabama, to be an Assist- Pacific, after receiving testimony from Kelly E. ant Attorney General. Magsamen, former Principal Deputy Assistant Sec- Lee Francis Cissna, of Maryland, to be Director of retary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Af- United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, fairs; Victor D. Cha, Center for Strategic and Inter- Department of Homeland Security. national Studies; Aaron L. Friedberg, Princeton Uni- Routine lists in the Foreign Service. versity; and Ashley J. Tellis, Carnegie Endowment Pages S2536–38 for International Peace. Nomination Withdrawn: Senate received notifica- BUSINESS MEETING tion of withdrawal of the following nomination: Committee on Finance: Committee ordered favorably Todd M. Ricketts, of Illinois, to be Deputy Sec- reported the following business items: retary of Commerce, which was sent to the Senate on An original joint resolution providing for an ex- January 20, 2017. Page S2538 ception to the limitation on the appointment of cer- Executive Communications: Pages S2523–27 tain persons as the United States Trade Representa- tive; and Petitions and Memorials: Page S2527 The nomination of Robert Lighthizer, of Florida, Executive Reports of Committees: Pages S2528–30 to be United States Trade Representative, with the Additional Cosponsors: Pages S2531–32 rank of Ambassador. Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: THE CRISIS IN LIBYA Pages S2532–35 Committee on Foreign Relations: Committee concluded Additional Statements: Pages S2521–23 a hearing to examine the crisis in Libya, focusing on

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next steps and United States policy options, after re- land Security Investigations, Immigration and Cus- ceiving testimony from Frederic Wehrey, Carnegie toms Enforcement, Department of Homeland Secu- Endowment for International Peace, Washington, rity; Kay Eron, Intel Corporation, Santa Clara, Cali- D.C.; and Deborah K. Jones, former United States fornia; Ashifi Gogo, Sproxil, Inc., Cambridge, Massa- Ambassador to Libya, McLean, Virginia. chusetts; Conor F. Madigan, Kateeva, Newark, Cali- INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY fornia; and Neal Gutterson, DuPont Pioneer, John- ston, Iowa. Committee on the Judiciary: Committee concluded a hearing to examine intellectual property, focusing on INTELLIGENCE making our lives healthier, safer, and more produc- Select Committee on Intelligence: Committee met in tive, after receiving testimony from Matthew C. closed sessions to receive briefings on certain intel- Allen, Acting Assistant Director, National Intellec- ligence matters from officials of the intelligence tual Property Rights Coordination Center, Home- community. h House of Representatives Res. 36, authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds Chamber Action for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby; Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 30 pub- Pages H2821–22 lic bills, H.R. 2116–2145; and 4 resolutions, H. Designating the United States courthouse located Res. 274, 276–278 were introduced. Pages H2845–47 at 501 East Court Street in Jackson, Mississippi, Additional Cosponsors: Pages H2848–50 as the ‘‘R. Jess Brown United States Courthouse’’: Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: H.R. 455, to designate the United States courthouse H.R. 876, to amend the Homeland Security Act located at 501 East Court Street in Jackson, Mis- of 2002 to reform programs of the Transportation sissippi, as the ‘‘R. Jess Brown United States Court- Security Administration, and for other purposes, house’’; Pages H2822–23 with amendments (H. Rept. 115–94); and Aviation Employee Screening and Security En- H. Res. 275, providing for consideration of the hancement Act of 2017: H.R. 876, amended, to bill (H.R. 1695) to amend title 17, United States amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to re- Code, to provide additional responsibilities for the form programs of the Transportation Security Ad- Register of Copyrights, and for other purposes (H. ministration, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 409 yeas Rept. 115–95). Page H2845 with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 223; Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he Pages H2825–28, H2838–39 appointed Representative Messer to act as Speaker Agreed to amend the title so as to read: ‘‘To re- pro tempore for today. Page H2817 form programs of the Transportation Security Ad- Recess: The House recessed at 12:10 p.m. and re- ministration, and for other purposes.’’. Page H2839 convened at 2 p.m. Page H2818 Homeland Security for Children Act: H.R. 1372, Recess: The House recessed at 2:17 p.m. and recon- amended, to amend the Homeland Security Act of vened at 4:30 p.m. Page H2820 2002 to ensure that the needs of children are consid- Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules ered in homeland security planning; Pages H2828–29 and pass the following measures: U.S. Wants to Compete for a World Expo Act: Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for H.R. 534, amended, to require the Secretary of State the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and to take such actions as may be necessary for the the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhi- United States to rejoin the Bureau of International bition: H. Con. Res. 35, authorizing the use of the Expositions; and Pages H2829–32 Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Me- Relating to efforts to respond to the famine in morial Service and the National Honor Guard and South Sudan: H. Res. 187, amended, relating to ef- Pipe Band Exhibition; Pages H2820–21 forts to respond to the famine in South Sudan, by Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 411 yeas to 2 nays, Roll the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby: H. Con. No. 222. Pages H2832–38

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Kobach, Kansas port, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable Secretary of State, indicating that, at the Special for the time specified in the report equally divided Election held April 11, 2017, the Honorable Ron and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, Estes was elected Representative to Congress for the shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be Fourth Congressional District, State of Kansas. subject to a demand for division of the question. The Pages H2838, H2844 rule waives all points of order against the amend- ments printed in the report. The rule provides one Whole Number of the House: The Speaker an- motion to recommit with or without instructions. nounced to the House that, in light of the adminis- Additionally, section 2 of the rule provides that H. tration of the oath to the gentleman from Kansas, Res. 254 shall be laid on the table. Testimony was the whole number of the House is 431. Page H2838 heard from Chairman Chaffetz, Chairman Goodlatte, Suspension—Proceedings Postponed: The House and Representatives Clay and Conyers. debated the following measure under suspension of the rules. Further proceedings were postponed. Repealing the rule issued by the Federal High- Joint Meetings way Administration and the Federal Transit Ad- No joint committee meetings were held. ministration entitled ‘‘Metropolitan Planning Or- f ganization Coordination and Planning Area Re- form’’: S. 496, to repeal the rule issued by the Fed- COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR WEDNESDAY, eral Highway Administration and the Federal Tran- APRIL 26, 2017 sit Administration entitled ‘‘Metropolitan Planning (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Organization Coordination and Planning Area Re- Senate form’’. Pages H2823–25 Senate Message: Message received from the Senate Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Depart- ment of Defense, to hold hearings to examine a review by the Clerk and subsequently presented to the of National Guard and Reserve programs and readiness, House today appears on page H2820. 10:30 a.m., SD–192. Quorum Calls—Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes de- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: to veloped during the proceedings of today and appear hold hearings to examine reopening the American fron- on pages H2837–38, H2839. There were no quorum tier, focusing on reducing regulatory barriers and expand- calls. ing American free enterprise in space, 10 a.m., SR–253. Committee on Environment and Public Works: to hold hear- Adjournment: The House met at 12 noon and ad- ings to examine the technical, scientific, and legal basis journed at 7:59 p.m. of the Waters of the United States Rule, 10:15 a.m., SD–406. Committee on Foreign Relations: to hold hearings to exam- Committee Meetings ine the nominations of Tulinabo Salama Mushingi, of Committee on Rules: Full Committee began a hearing Virginia, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal, on H.R. 1694, the ‘‘Fannie and Freddie Open and to serve concurrently and without additional com- Records Act of 2017’’; and held a hearing on H.R. pensation as Ambassador to the Republic of Guinea- 1695, the ‘‘Register of Copyrights Selection and Ac- Bissau, and Todd Philip Haskell, of Florida, to be Am- countability Act of 2017’’. The Committee granted, bassador to the Republic of the Congo, both of the De- by record vote of 8–3, a structured rule for H.R. partment of State, 1:30 p.m., SD–419. 1695. The rule provides one hour of general debate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: busi- ness meeting to consider S. 652, to amend the Public equally divided and controlled by the chair and Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early de- ranking minority member of the Committee on the tection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard- Judiciary. The rule waives all points of order against of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children, S. 849, consideration of the bill. The rule makes in order an to support programs for mosquito-borne and other vector- amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting borne disease surveillance and control, S. 920, to establish of the text of Rules Committee Print 115–13 and a National Clinical Care Commission, S. 916, to amend

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the Controlled Substances Act with regard to the provi- Committee on Natural Resources, Full Committee, markup sion of emergency medical services, and the nomination on H.R. 220, to authorize the expansion of an existing of Scott Gottlieb, of Connecticut, to be Commissioner of hydroelectric project, and for other purposes; H.R. 497, Food and Drugs, Department of Health and Human Serv- the ‘‘Santa Ana River Wash Plan Land Exchange Act’’; ices, 10 a.m., SD–430. H.R. 660, the ‘‘Bureau of Reclamation Transparency Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: Act’’; H.R. 1073, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- to hold hearings to examine duplication, waste, and fraud rior to establish a structure for visitor services on the Ar- in Federal programs, 10 a.m., SD–342. lington Ridge tract, in the area of the U.S. Marine Corps Committee on the Judiciary: to hold hearings to examine War Memorial, and for other purposes; H.R. 1135, to re- the nominations of Amul R. Thapar, of Kentucky, to be authorize the Historically Black Colleges and Universities United States Circuit Judge for the Sixth Circuit, and Historic Preservation program; H.R. 1500, the ‘‘Robert Makan Delrahim, of California, to be an Assistant Attor- Emmet Park Act of 2017’’; H.R. 1654, the ‘‘Water Sup- ney General, Department of Justice, 10 a.m., SD–226. ply Permitting Coordination Act’’; H.R. 1715, the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship: to hold ‘‘Medgar Evers House Study Act’’; H.R. 1769, the ‘‘San hearings to examine the challenges and opportunities of Luis Unit Drainage Resolution Act’’; H.R. 1807, the running a small business in rural America, 10 a.m., ‘‘Public Water Supply Invasive Species Compliance Act of SR–428A. 2017’’; H.R. 1873, the ‘‘Electricity Reliability and Forest Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold hearings to exam- Protection Act’’; H.R. 1967, the ‘‘Bureau of Reclamation ine the nomination of Courtney Elwood, of Virginia, to Pumped Storage Hydropower Development Act’’; and be General Counsel of the Central Intelligence Agency, H.R. 2085, to approve an agreement between the United 10 a.m., SD–106. States and the Republic of Palau, and for other purposes, House 4 p.m., 1324 Longworth. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Sub- Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Defense, committee on Intergovernmental Affairs, hearing entitled oversight hearing on U.S. Pacific Command, 1:30 p.m., ‘‘Unfunded Mandates: Examining Federally Imposed Bur- H–140 Capitol. This hearing will be closed. dens on State and Local Government’’, 10 a.m., 2154 Committee on Armed Services, Full Committee, hearing Rayburn. entitled ‘‘Military Assessment of the Security Challenges Subcommittee on Government Operations, hearing en- in the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region’’, 10 a.m., 2118 Ray- titled ‘‘Reviewing the Unintended Consequences of the burn. Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act’’, 2 p.m., 2154 Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, Rayburn. hearing entitled ‘‘Creating a Flexible and Effective Infor- Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Full Com- mation Technology Management and Acquisition System: mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘Advances in the Search for Elements for Success in a Rapidly Changing Landscape’’, Life’’, 10 a.m., 2318 Rayburn. 2 p.m., 2118 Rayburn. Committee on Small Business, Full Committee, hearing Committee on Education and the Workforce, Full Com- mittee, markup on H.R. 1180, the ‘‘Working Families entitled ‘‘Storm Watch: Making Sure SBA’s Disaster Loan Flexibility Act of 2017’’, 10:30 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. Program is Prepared’’, 11 a.m., 2360 Rayburn. Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on En- Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- vironment, hearing on ‘‘Nuclear Waste Policy Amend- committee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Mate- ments Act of 2017’’, 10 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. rials, hearing entitled ‘‘Building a 21st Century Infra- Committee on Financial Services, Full Committee, hearing structure for America: The State of Railroad, Pipeline, entitled ‘‘A Legislative Proposal to Create Hope and Op- and Hazardous Materials Safety Regulations and Opportu- portunity for Investors, Consumers, and Entrepreneurs’’, nities for Reform’’, 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. 10 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. Committee on Ways and Means, Subcommittee on Social Committee on Foreign Affairs, Subcommittee on Africa, Security, hearing entitled ‘‘Stopping Disability Fraud: Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Risk, Prevention, and Detection’’, 10 a.m., 2020 Ray- Organizations, hearing entitled ‘‘The Questionable Case burn. for Easing Sudan Sanctions’’, 2:30 p.m., 2200 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Oversight, hearing entitled ‘‘Exam- Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, hearing entitled ining the 2017 Tax Filing Season’’, 2 p.m., 1100 Long- ‘‘China’s Technological Rise: Challenges to U.S. Innova- worth. tion and Security’’, 2:30 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Crime, Joint Meetings Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations, hear- Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: to hold ing entitled ‘‘Oversight of the Federal Bureau of Prisons hearings to examine democracy and human rights abuses and the U.S. Marshals Service’’, 10 a.m., 2141 Rayburn. in Russia, 9:30 a.m., SD–124.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 26 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 26

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Wednesday: Senate will continue consider- Program for Wednesday: Consideration of H.R. ation of the nomination of R. Alexander Acosta, of Flor- 1695—Register of Copyrights Selection and Account- ida, to be Secretary of Labor, and vote on the motion to ability Act of 2017 (Subject to a Rule). invoke cloture on the nomination at 11:30 a.m.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Gosar, Paul, Ariz., E525 Raskin, Jamie, Md., E525 Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E534 Schweikert, David, Ariz., E524 Brady, Kevin, Tex., E529, E536 Huizenga, Bill, Mich., E524 Scott, Robert C. ‘‘Bobby’’, Va., E535 Bustos, Cheri, Ill., E534 Hunter, Duncan, Calif., E532 Shimkus, John, Ill., E530 Carson, Andre´, Ind., E528, E533, E537 Jenkins, Lynn, Kans., E525 Simpson, Michael K., Idaho, E531 Carter, Earl L. ‘‘Buddy’’, Ga., E533 Katko, John, N.Y., E523, E524, E524, E525, E526, E527 Cleaver, Emanuel, Mo., E531 Loebsack, David, Iowa, E525 Suozzi, Thomas R., N.Y., E526 Comstock, Barbara, Va., E534 Maloney, Carolyn B., N.Y., E532 Thompson, Bennie G., Miss., E528, E529, E530, E532, Courtney, Joe, Conn., E529 Matsui, Doris O., Calif., E528, E533, E537 E533, E535, E536, E538 DeGette, Diana, Colo., E526 Meehan, Patrick, Pa., E523, E527 Valadao, David G., Calif., E529, E536 DeLauro, Rosa L., Conn., E535 Olson, Pete, Tex., E538, E538, E538 Visclosky, Peter J., Ind., E523, E524, E526, E527 Denham, Jeff, Calif., E534 Panetta, Jimmy, Calif., E536 Walorski, Jackie, Ind., E528, E537 Deutch, Theodore E., Fla., E529 Radewagen, Aumua Amata Coleman, American Wittman, Robert J., Va., E523, E527 Gaetz, Matt, Fla., E528, E530, E533, E535, E537 Samoa, E532

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