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Vol. 159 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2013 No. 117 House of Representatives The House met at 2 p.m. and was last day’s proceedings and announces yesterday in The State newspaper of called to order by the Speaker pro tem- to the House her approval thereof. Columbia, South Carolina. pore (Ms. FOXX). Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- Mr. Krauthammer is recognized for f nal stands approved. his extraordinary insight and has iden- DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, pur- tified the President’s policy as ‘‘stun- PRO TEMPORE suant to clause 1, rule I, I demand a ning zigzag, following months of hesi- vote on agreeing to the Speaker’s ap- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- tation, ambivalence, contradiction, proval of the Journal. and studied delay’’; the President fore the House the following commu- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The nication from the Speaker: ‘‘having yet done nothing but hesitate, question is on the Speaker’s approval threaten, retract, and wander . . . WASHINGTON, DC, of the Journal. September 9, 2013. claiming . . . not his own red line but The question was taken; and the the world’s . . . a transparent attempt I hereby appoint the Honorable VIRGINIA Speaker pro tempore announced that FOXX to act as Speaker pro tempore on this at offloading responsibility.’’ day. the ayes appeared to have it. Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, I ob- ‘‘There’s no strategy, no purpose here JOHN A. BOEHNER, other than helping Obama escape self- Speaker of the House of Representatives. ject to the vote on the ground that a quorum is not present and make the inflicted humiliation. f ‘‘This is deeply unserious.’’ PRAYER point of order that a quorum is not present. The White House announced April 25 The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- that Syria had chemical weapons, but J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: ant to clause 8, rule XX, further pro- only after 4 months of serious scandals, Loving God, we give You thanks for ceedings on this question will be post- ObamaCare destroying jobs, and the giving us another day. As the tensions poned. upcoming debt debate vote, did it seek of violence continue to mount, we turn The point of no quorum is considered action. On my tour, I was inspired at to You, Lord God, as our hope and sal- withdrawn. the North Augusta Rotary Club by the vation. four-way test: Is it the truth? Critical moments in the life of any f person or any nation, as well as mo- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE In conclusion, God bless our troops, mentous undertakings, O Lord, bring The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the and we will never forget September the us to our knees before You. We humbly gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. 11th, 2001, and September the 11th, 2012, at Benghazi in the global war on ter- seek Your guidance and rely on Your HOLDING) come forward and lead the faithfulness. House in the Pledge of Allegiance. rorism. Be with us in the days ahead. Bless Mr. HOLDING led the Pledge of Alle- f the Members of the people’s House, all giance as follows: who work here, and our guests. Listen I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the MILITARY ACTION IN SYRIA to our heartfelt prayers. United States of America, and to the Repub- We seem to be entering a passageway lic for which it stands, one nation under God, (Mr. HOLDING asked and was given of darkness which may fill us with fear indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. permission to address the House for 1 and anxiety. Bring us safely to the f minute and to revise and extend his re- light at the end of the tunnel. Help all PRESIDENT’S POLICY DEEPLY marks.) Members of this assembly attend to the UNSERIOUS Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, be- voices of wisdom and of the American (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina fore I returned to Washington last people as matters of great import and asked and was given permission to ad- week, I was skeptical of the President’s danger are considered in these coming dress the House for 1 minute and to re- proposal for military action in Syria. days. vise and extend his remarks.) After classified briefings and hearing May all that is done this day be for Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. directly from Secretaries Kerry and Your greater honor and glory. Madam Speaker, over the past month, Hagel, I am more skeptical than ever. Amen. I have traveled by bus and car across This administration has done noth- f all five counties I represent in the Sec- ing to convince me and the American THE JOURNAL ond District of South Carolina, where I people that they have a focused, effec- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The found my constituents agree with tive plan for military action in Syria, Chair has examined the Journal of the Charles Krauthammer in his column or really any true plan at all. These

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Madam Speaker, I tion from Assad’s allies, Russia and any person but is accepting of those rise to support the First Amendment Hezbollah. who wish to profess their faith. as well—as a patriot, as a pastor, as a Madam Speaker, the test of a suc- f cessful foreign policy is that our Member of Congress. friends trust us and our enemies fear MILITARY RELIGIOUS LIBERTY Joseph Stalin, an enemy of America, us. President Obama has failed in this (Mr. FLEMING asked and was given once said it this way: regard, and a military strike will fail permission to address the House for 1 America is like a healthy body and its re- to benefit the United States’ broader minute and to revise and extend his re- sistance is threefold: its patriotism, its mo- strategy or international interests. marks.) rality, its spiritual life. If we can undermine Mr. FLEMING. Madam Speaker, the these three areas, America will collapse from f within. constitutional right to religious liberty USE POWER OF THE PURSE TO is, with increasing frequency, being de- President Eisenhower, a patriot, said STOP OBAMACARE nied to the men and women in our mili- it this way in October of 1954: (Mr. BURGESS asked and was given tary who swore to support and defend Atheism substitutes men for the Supreme permission to address the House for 1 the Constitution when they enlisted. Creator, and this leads inevitably to domina- minute and to revise and extend his re- Within the past month, we have seen tion and dictatorship. We must jealously guard our foundation in faith, for on it rests marks.) a new case of an Air Force veteran who Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, how the ability of the American individual to live says he was relieved of duty by his and thrive in this blessed land and to be able do Yucca Mountain, Iran Contra, and commander because he would not to help other less fortunate people to achieve the Vietnam War relate to the Afford- champion same-sex marriages. This freedom and individual opportunity. These able Care Act? All of those represent senior master sergeant with 19 years of we take for granted, but to others they are legislative limitations of funding to service to his country has now been en- often only a wistful dream. ‘‘In God We counter decisions made by the execu- tangled in the military justice system, Trust,’’ often have we heard the words of this tive branch. In each instance, Congress not for anything he has done or said, wonderful American motto. Let us make used its authority provided under the sure that familiarity has not made them but for refusing a commander’s order meaningless for us. We carry the torch of Constitution to place limits on Presi- to make a statement that would vio- dential decisions. We need to use those freedom as a sacred trust for all mankind. late his deeply held religious beliefs. We do not believe that God intended the constitutional powers again. What’s happening in this case vio- light He created to be put out by men. The Affordable Care Act is lurching lates current statutes, not to mention toward an uncertain start and is dra- the First Amendment. That’s why it’s f matically different than what was so crucial that Congress protect mili- signed into law over 3 years ago. Gone tary religious freedom and its expres- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER are the CLASS Act and the 1099 busi- sion. My amendment to do that was PRO TEMPORE ness activity reporting requirement. passed in this House, and we need the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- What about the Federal preexisting Senate to act and the President to stop ant to clause 4 of rule I, the following program? It hasn’t accepted a new pa- his threat to veto. enrolled bills were signed by the tient since February of this year. Speaker on Friday, August 2, 2013: How unfair is it that the large cor- f H.R. 2576, to amend title 49, United porations in this country received an FREE EXERCISE OF RELIGION States Code, to modify requirements 11th-hour Presidential exemption and (Mr. COLLINS of Georgia asked and relating to the availability of pipeline Members of Congress receive a subsidy? was given permission to address the safety regulatory documents, and for None of this is available to the average House for 1 minute and to revise and other purposes; American. extend his remarks.) H.R. 1171, to amend title 40, United I look at all of this and I ask: What Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam States Code, to improve veterans serv- tools are available to prevent this dis- Speaker, I rise in defense of the First ice organizations access to Federal sur- aster? And the answer is provided in Amendment right to free exercise of re- plus personal property; the historical record when previous ligion. Congresses used the one trump card Thomas Jefferson once asked: H.R. 678, to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hy- they have available. All that is re- Can the liberties of a nation be thought se- quired is the courage and the clarity of cure when we have removed their only firm dropower development under Federal vision to alter history. basis, a conviction in the minds of the people Reclamation law, and for other pur- that these liberties are a gift from God? poses; f The clear answer is no. H.R. 267, to improve hydropower, and GREECE V. GALLOWAY If freedom of religion is not protected for other purposes. (Mr. COLLINS of New York asked in the very places where laws are craft- and was given permission to address ed, how can we expect the laws enacted f the House for 1 minute.) to respect each individual’s freedom of ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Mr. COLLINS of New York. Madam religion? Speaker, I rise today to promote the As a pastor and a chaplain, I believe PRO TEMPORE First Amendment to the United States that freedom of religion isn’t some The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Constitution, specifically, the right of mere abstract concept to be debated in ant to clause 4 of rule I, the following all citizens to freely express their reli- the Halls of Congress or before the Su- enrolled bill was signed by Speaker pro gion. preme Court. Religious freedom gave tempore THORNBERRY on Tuesday, Au- This November, the Supreme Court is me the ability to preach God’s word in gust 6, 2013: scheduled to hear oral arguments in Georgia, and religious freedom allowed H.R. 1344, to amend title 49, United the case of Town of Greece v. Gallo- me to give faith-based encouragement States Code, to direct the Assistant way. The town of Greece, located just to soldiers while I served alongside Secretary of Homeland Security outside of my district in western New them in Iraq. (Transportation Security Administra- York, is accused of violating the First It is a precious liberty our Founders tion) to provide expedited air passenger Amendment because the vast majority fought and died to protect, and I will screening to severely injured or dis- of volunteers who opened town meet- not allow freedom and free exercise of abled members of the Armed Forces ings, they opened them with a prayer religious liberties to be undermined and severely injured or disabled vet- using Christian references. here or anywhere. erans, and for other purposes.

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Pursu- important ways, including by— in coordination with the Federal Interagency ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair (A) providing jobs for an estimated 5,600,000 Investment Working Group and the heads of declares the House in recess until ap- Americans, with compensation that is often other relevant Federal departments and proximately 4 p.m. today. higher than the national private-sector aver- agencies, shall conduct an interagency re- Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 14 min- age, as many of these jobs are in high- view of the global competitiveness of the utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. skilled, high-paying industries; United States in attracting foreign direct in- (B) strengthening the United States indus- vestment. f trial base and employing nearly 15 percent of (b) SPECIFIC MATTERS TO BE INCLUDED.— b 1600 the United States manufacturing sector The review conducted pursuant to subsection workforce; (a) shall include a review of— AFTER RECESS (C) establishing operations in the United (1) the current economic impact of foreign States from which to sell goods and services direct investment in the United States, with The recess having expired, the House around the world, thereby producing nearly particular focus on manufacturing, research was called to order by the Speaker pro 18 percent of United States exports; and development, trade, and jobs; tempore (Mr. COLLINS of New York) at (D) promoting innovation with more than (2) trends in global cross-border invest- 4 p.m. $41,000,000,000 in annual United States re- ment flows and the underlying factors for search and development activities; such trends; f (E) paying nearly 14 percent of United (3) Federal Government policies that are ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER States corporate income taxes; and closely linked to the ability of the United PRO TEMPORE (F) purchasing goods and services from States to attract and retain foreign direct local suppliers and small businesses worth investment; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- hundreds of billions of dollars annually. (4) foreign direct investment as compared ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair (9) These companies account for 5.8 percent to direct investment by domestic entities; will postpone further proceedings of United States private sector gross domes- (5) foreign direct investment that takes today on motions to suspend the rules tic product. the form of greenfield investment as com- on which a recorded vote or the yeas (10) The Department of Commerce has ini- pared to foreign direct investment reflecting and nays are ordered, or on which the tiatives in place to increase foreign direct merger and acquisition activity; investment. (6) the unique challenges posed by foreign vote incurs objection under clause 6 of (11) The President issued a statement in direct investment by state-owned enter- rule XX. 2011 reaffirming the longstanding open in- prises; Record votes on postponed questions vestment policy of the United States and en- (7) ongoing Federal Government efforts to will be taken later. couraged all countries to pursue such a pol- improve the investment climate and facili- f icy. tate greater levels of foreign direct invest- (12) The President signed an executive ment in the United States; GLOBAL INVESTMENT IN order in 2011 to establish the SelectUSA ini- (8) innovative and noteworthy State, re- AMERICAN JOBS ACT OF 2013 tiative and expanded its resources and ac- gional, and local government initiatives to tivities in 2012, so as to promote greater lev- attract foreign investment; and Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I move to els of business investment in the United (9) initiatives by other countries in order suspend the rules and pass the bill States. to identify best practices for increasing glob- (H.R. 2052) to direct the Secretary of (13) The President’s Council on Jobs and al competitiveness in attracting foreign di- Commerce, in coordination with the Competitiveness in 2011 recommended the es- rect investment. heads of other relevant Federal depart- tablishment of a National Investment Initia- (c) LIMITATION.—The review conducted pur- ments and agencies, to conduct an tive to attract $1,000,000,000,000 in foreign di- suant to subsection (a) shall not address laws interagency review of and report to rect investment over five years. or policies relating to the Committee on (14) Sound transportation infrastructure, a Foreign Investment in the United States. Congress on ways to increase the glob- well-educated and healthy workforce, safe (d) PUBLIC COMMENT.—Prior to— al competitiveness of the United States food and water, stable financial institutions, (1) conducting the review under subsection in attracting foreign direct invest- a fair and equitable justice system, and (a), the Secretary shall publish notice of the ment, as amended. transparent and accountable administrative review in the Federal Register and shall pro- The Clerk read the title of the bill. procedures are important factors that con- vide an opportunity for public comment on The text of the bill is as follows: tribute to United States global competitive- the matters to be covered by the review; and ness. (2) reporting pursuant to subsection (e), H.R. 2052 SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. the Secretary shall publish the proposed Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- It is the sense of Congress that— findings and recommendations to Congress resentatives of the United States of America in (1) the ability of the United States to at- in the Federal Register and shall provide an Congress assembled, tract foreign direct investment is directly opportunity for public comment. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. linked to the long-term economic prosperity, (e) REPORT TO CONGRESS.—Not later than This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Global In- global competitiveness, and security of the one year after the date of enactment of this vestment in American Jobs Act of 2013’’. United States; Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordi- SEC. 2. FINDINGS. (2) it is a top national priority to enhance nation with the Federal Interagency Invest- Congress finds the following: the global competitiveness, prosperity, and ment Working Group and the heads of other (1) It remains an urgent national priority security of the United States by— relevant Federal departments and agencies, to improve economic growth and create new (A) removing unnecessary barriers to for- shall report to Congress the findings of the jobs. eign direct investment and the jobs that it review required under subsection (a) and sub- (2) National security requires economic creates throughout the United States; and mit recommendations for increasing the strength and global engagement. (B) promoting policies to ensure the United global competitiveness of the United States (3) Businesses today have a wide array of States remains the premier global destina- in attracting foreign direct investment with- choices when considering where to invest, tion in which to invest, hire, innovate, and out weakening labor, consumer, financial, or expand, or establish new operations. manufacture products; environmental protections. (4) Administrations of both parties have (3) maintaining the United States’ com- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- consistently reaffirmed the need to promote mitment to open investment policy encour- ant to the rule, the gentleman from an open investment climate as a key to do- ages other countries to reciprocate and en- Nebraska (Mr. TERRY) and the gen- mestic economic prosperity and security. ables the United States to open new markets tleman from Georgia (Mr. BARROW) (5) The United States has historically been abroad for United States companies and the largest worldwide recipient of foreign di- their products; each will control 20 minutes. rect investment but has seen its share de- (4) while foreign direct investment can en- The Chair recognizes the gentleman cline in recent years. hance the Nation’s economic strength, poli- from Nebraska. (6) The United States faces increasing com- cies regarding foreign direct investment GENERAL LEAVE petition from other countries as it works to should reflect national security interests and Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- recruit investment from global companies. should not disadvantage domestic investors imous consent that all Members may (7) Foreign direct investment can benefit or companies; and the economy and workforce of every State (5) United States efforts to attract foreign have 5 legislative days in which to re- and Commonwealth in the United States. direct investment should be consistent with vise and extend their remarks and in- (8) According to the latest Federal statis- efforts to maintain and improve the domes- sert extraneous materials in the tics, the United States subsidiaries of com- tic standard of living. RECORD on the bill.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. those areas, both for the administra- I want to first thank the chairman 2052, the Global Investment in Amer- tion, where it can act on its own au- and his staff, as well as committee ican Jobs Act of 2013. thority, and for Congress, where the Democratic staff, for working so hard Now, we recently saw the latest job administration lacks the authority. and so diligently and collaboratively to numbers. While somewhat positive, the I would also like to thank some indi- come to an agreement on legislation reality is that we have more people out viduals who helped get this legislation that will help guide American job and of the workforce than since 1978. Peo- off the ground and to the House floor economic growth. ple are giving up looking for work, and today. First off, I’d like to thank the There is a strong incentive to invest it doesn’t have to be and shouldn’t be gentleman from Illinois (Mr. ROSKAM), in America, which remains the best that way. who has championed this issue for sev- place on Earth to find talented, moti- There are many foreign companies eral years. vated employees who are the core of who want to ‘‘in-source’’ their jobs to I would also like to thank the gentle- the middle class. America, but there have been many woman from Illinois (Ms. SCHA- My home State of Illinois ranks num- barriers standing in their way. There KOWSKY), the ranking member of this ber one in the Midwest in terms of for- are many foreign companies who subcommittee, as well as our friend, eign direct investment, with nearly should and want to come here. These the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. BAR- 1,600 foreign-based firms employing are good, high-paying jobs that many ROW), for his leadership. more than 300,000 Illinois residents. In Americans are looking for. I believe we can all agree that we attracting the investment, Illinois has In 2010 alone, U.S. affiliates of for- shouldn’t stop our efforts to put Amer- showcased its world-class transpor- eign firms employed an estimated 5.6 ica back to work until every American tation infrastructure, its diversified million Americans. These Americans who wants a job can find one. This leg- economy, its productive workforce, and also made, on average, $77,000 per year. islation is a step in the right direction, its cultural diversity and attractions. These U.S. subsidiaries invested $41.3 Mr. Speaker, and I urge my colleagues It has also maintained its strong billion in research and development to support this bill. labor, health, and environmental and made $149 billion in capital expend- I reserve the balance of my time. standards that helped build the middle itures in the United States that same Mr. BARROW of Georgia. Mr. Speak- class, which I believe is the key to suc- year. In the manufacturing sector er, I thank the gentleman from Ne- cessful foreign direct investment. alone, FDI inflows were nearly $84 bil- braska for his leadership on this issue. Some companies are working to re- lion in 2012, according to the National Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time spect the rights of workers as they in- Association of Manufacturers. as I may consume. vest in the United States. On Friday, it Unfortunately, according to the tes- Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support was announced that Volkswagen is timony of the Organization for Inter- of H.R. 2052, the Global Investment in working collaboratively with the national Investment at our legislative American Jobs Act, because it will en- United Auto Workers to unionize its hearing last spring, the United States’ courage the growth of good, American Chattanooga, Tennessee, plant. That share of foreign direct investment jobs. will help to ensure that the best inter- dropped from 41 percent at its high in Every time I go home, I’m reminded ests of American workers are a major 1999 to just 17 percent in 2011. Today, of how investors overseas spur jobs consideration at the plant and the we’re here to reverse that trend. here at home by tapping into the tal- company as it continues its investment My bill, H.R. 2052, and also, with the ent of America. Dutch companies like in the United States. gentlelady, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. DSM in Augusta, French companies That being said, it is important that BARROW on the other side of the aisle, like Alstom in Waynesboro, and Japa- the study authorized in this legislation this is a bipartisan piece of legislation nese companies like YKK in Dublin examine both the benefits and the that instructs the Department of Com- could invest in any country in the costs of foreign direct investment. merce to conduct an interagency re- world. They’re proud to invest in Geor- Doing so will allow us to determine the view geared to identifying those bar- gia’s 12th District because the families ways to drive investment that main- riers to foreign investment to the who work for them take pride in their tains high labor, health, environ- United States. It also instructs the De- work. mental, and national security stand- partment of Commerce to make rec- This bill requires the Department of ards. ommendations on ways to lower or Commerce to investigate how it can be And on that subject, I’d like to enter eliminate those same barriers. an attractive investment for foreign- into a colloquy on the amendment in The United States should be the lead- owned companies. The United States the nature of a substitute offered by er in attracting foreign investment. We still has the best workers in the world, Mr. TERRY. While I will not oppose this have a stable government, safe working and they deserve every opportunity to amendment, I must express my res- conditions, and the most skilled work- offer their skills to companies looking ervations. force in the world. I believe that our to expand. Mr. Chairman, you worked with me long-term global competitiveness and I’m proud that this bill also enjoys in a very collegial and bipartisan man- economic success as a nation is di- broad bipartisan support. This is how ner to craft a bipartisan bill. H.R. 2052 rectly tied to our ability to attract for- Congress can and should work, Demo- is a good product. eign investment. crats and Republicans coming together Now we have before us an amend- By creating an environment where to get Americans back to work. ment that makes three changes that foreign companies want to move their I urge my colleagues to support this could be perceived to weaken impor- manufacturing operations or distribu- bill, and I look forward to building a tant provisions of the bill. I have con- tion centers to the United States, we stronger future for American workers cerns about each of them, but I would are fostering an environment or atmos- by passing H.R. 2052. like to focus on the elimination of phere of organic, government stimulus- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of cost-benefit language regarding the free economic growth. my time. bill’s required review of the current We must be aware of the potential Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I’ll con- economic impact of foreign direct in- impact on the U.S.’ ability to attract tinue to reserve the balance of my vestment. foreign direct investment when consid- time. During our negotiations, I suggested ering new laws and regulations. Mr. BARROW of Georgia. Mr. Speak- that language because I believed that We want these companies to come er, I am pleased to yield as much time we needed to ensure that the review be here and help us grow our economy. as she may consume to the gentle- balanced, and you agreed.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 03:25 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09SE7.007 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE September 9, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5413 In addition, some of the language in advocates for their non-discriminatory ORGANIZATION FOR the findings and in the sense of Con- treatment under state and federal law. INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT, gress could be read as if there are only MEMBERS Washington, DC, September 9, 2013. benefits of FDI, and we wanted to be Re OFII Support of H.R. 2052, the ‘‘Global In- ABB Inc.; ACE INA Holdings, Inc.; Ahold vestment in American Jobs Act of 2013’’. evenhanded. While I do believe that USA, Inc.; Airbus North America Holdings; there are benefits to FDI, there are Air Liquide USA; Akzo Nobel Inc.; Alcatel- Hon. FRED UPTON, Chairman, Energy and Commerce Committee, also costs that must be considered. Lucent; Allianz of North America; ALSTOM; Anheuser-Busch; APG; APL Limited; Washington, DC. Regardless of the amendment before Hon. LEE TERRY, us now, can you assure me that the AREVA, Inc.; Arup; Astellas Pharma US, Inc.; AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals; BAE Chairman, Subcommittee on Commerce, Manu- bill’s requirement of a review of the Systems; Balfour Beatty; Barclays Capital; facturing and Trade, Washington, DC. current economic impact of foreign di- Barrick Gold Corp. of North America. Hon. HENRY WAXMAN, Ranking Member, Energy and Commerce Com- rect investment required under this BASF Corporation; Bayer Corp.; BG Group; mittee, Washington, DC. bill will include a review of both the BHP Billiton; BIC Corp.; Bimbo Foods, Inc.; Hon. JAN SCHAKOWSKY, benefits and costs of foreign direct in- bioMe´rieux, Inc.; BMW of North America; Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Commerce, BNP Paribas; Boehringer Ingelheim Corp.; vestment? Manufacturing and Trade, Washington, Bombardier Inc.; BOSCH; BP; Bridgestone Mr. TERRY. Will the gentlewoman DC. yield? Americas Holding; Brother International Corp.; BT; Bunge Ltd.; Bunzl USA, Inc.; Case DEAR CHAIRMAN UPTON, RANKING MEMBER Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. I yield to the WAXMAN, CHAIRMAN TERRY AND RANKING gentleman from Nebraska. New Holland; Cobham. Covidien; Credit Suisse Securities (USA); MEMBER SCHAKOWSKY: On behalf of the Orga- Mr. TERRY. Yes, I can assure you. I Cristal USA Inc.; Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; nization for International Investment (OFII) agree with the gentlelady that it Daimler; Dassault Falcon Jet Corp.; Deut- and its member companies, I write in strong should include both benefits and costs, sche Telekom; Diageo, Inc.; EADS, Inc.; support of H.R. 2052, the ‘‘Global Investment as we have suggested. And I do want to Electrolux North America; EMD Serono Inc.; in American Jobs Act of 2013’’ and commend state that I appreciate working with E.ON North America; Ericsson; Evonik the Energy and Commerce Committee for its leadership on this important bipartisan leg- you. And you have shown great Degussa Corporation; Experian; Flextronics International; Food Lion, LLC; France islation. As the United States continues to collegiality as well in our negotiations, confront significant economic challenges, and I want to thank you for that. Telecom North America; FUJIFILM Hold- ings America; Garmin International, Inc. this legislation is critical to enhancing our Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Thank you so nation’s efforts to attract global business in- GDF SUEZ Energy North America, Inc.; vestment and the jobs and economic growth much. Generali USA; GKN America Corp.; it generates. Reclaiming my time, if I could just GlaxoSmithKline; Hanson North America; say, I will not oppose the amendment, Henkel Corporation; Holcim (US) Inc.; Honda OFII is a business association comprised of but I do expect to work with you to en- North America; HSBC North America Hold- over 160 U.S. subsidiaries of companies sure that the review, should this bill ings; Huhtamaki; Hyundai Motor America; headquartered abroad (membership list is in- become law, is balanced and to ensure Iberdrola Renewables; ING America Insur- cluded). OFII works to ensure a level playing field for its member companies and promote that any report of this committee on ance Holdings; InterContinental Hotels Group; JBS USA; John Hancock Life Insur- policies which increase U.S. competitiveness H.R. 2052 include the clarification that in attracting foreign direct investment you just made. ance Co.; Kering; Kia Motor Corporation; Lafarge North America; Logitech Inc. (FDI). Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, having the L’Ore´al USA, Inc.; Louisiana Energy Serv- U.S. subsidiaries of global companies play right to close, I am going to reserve ice (LES); Louis Dreyfus Commodities; Lou- a major role in the national economy, di- the balance of my time and allow them isville Corporate Services, Inc.; LVMH Moet rectly employing 5.6 million Americans, sup- to finish their time, if they have any. Hennessy Louis Vuitton; Macquarie Aircraft porting an annual U.S. payroll of more than Mr. BARROW of Georgia. I thank the Leasing Services; Maersk Inc.; Magna Inter- $408 billion, and employing 17 percent of the gentleman. national; Mallinckrodt; Marvell Semicon- U.S. manufacturing workforce. In addition, We have no further speakers on our ductor; McCain Foods USA; Michelin North these companies account for a significant America, Inc.; National Grid; Nestle´ USA, share of U.S. research and development ac- side and, with that, I yield back the tivities, purchase goods and services worth balance of my time. Inc.; Nissan; Nomura Holding America, Inc.; Novartis Corporation; Novo Nordisk Phar- hundreds of billions of dollars every year Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- maceuticals; Oldcastle, Inc.; Panasonic from U.S. suppliers and small businesses, and self as much time as I may consume. Corp.; of North America. produce nearly 18 percent of all U.S. exports, I want to close by saying that this Pearson Inc.; Pernod Ricard USA; Philips which provide hundreds of billions of dollars truly has been a bipartisan effort. Both Electronics North America; QBE the Amer- in American goods and services annually to sides of the aisle want the U.S. to be in icas; Randstad North America; Reed Elsevier customers around the world. a better position to attract the foreign Inc.; Research in Motion; Rexam Inc.; However, the United States faces an in- direct investment which does create Rinnai; Rio Tinto America; Roche Holdings, creasingly competitive global environment jobs in the United States. That has Inc.; Rolls-Royce North America Inc.; Royal for job-creating FDI. Now more than ever be- fore, companies have an unprecedented array been on the decline. We need to reverse Bank of Canada; SABIC Innovative Plastics; Samsung; Sanofi US; SAP America; Sasol; of options when looking to invest, expand, or that. Schlumberger. establish new operations, including into And this is one of those times when Schneider Electric USA; Schott North emerging economies such as China and you go home and you hear, at your America; Shell Oil Company; Siemens Cor- Brazil. While the United States remains the townhall meeting, Why don’t you work poration; Smith & Nephew, Inc.; Societe world’s leading recipient of FDI, its share of together? The people need to see how Generale; Solvay America; Sony Corporation global investment has dropped significantly we worked together on this bill and re- of America; Sprint; Sumitomo Corp.; of from 41 percent in 1999 to just 17 percent in solved the differences between each America; Swiss Re America Holding Corp.; 2011. It is no longer enough for the U.S. to other on this. Today we’re here to have Syngenta Corporation; Takeda North Amer- merely be ‘‘open’’ to global investment; we must be ready to compete in a challenging what I think will be an overwhelmingly ica; Tate & Lyle North America, Inc.; TD Bank; TE Connectivity; Teva Pharma- global marketplace. positive vote. ceuticals USA; Thales USA, Inc.; The Tata OFII and its member companies believe the With that, I will submit a couple of Group; Thomson Reuters. ‘‘Global Investment in American Jobs Act’’ letters for the RECORD. One is about 150 ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc.; Tim is a critical step in ensuring the U.S. re- entities that signed on to a letter for Hortons; Toa Reinsurance Company of Amer- mains the world’s most attractive location the Organization for International In- ica; Tomkins Industries, Inc.; TOTAL Hold- for global businesses to invest, grow, and vestment, and then also another letter ings USA, Inc.; Toyota Motor North Amer- create jobs. The bill directs the Secretary of from Sanofi dated September 9, 2013. ica; Transamerica; Tyco; UBS; UCB; Umicore Commerce to lead the first-ever comprehen- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance USA; Unilever; Vivendi; Vodafone; Voith sive interagency review of U.S. competitive- of my time. Holding Inc.; Volkswagen of America, Inc.; ness for FDI. This examination of economic Volvo Cars North America; Volvo Group trends, best practices from around the world, ORGANIZATION FOR INTERNATIONAL North America, Inc.; Westfield LLC; White and key policies will result in recommenda- INVESTMENT Mountains, Inc.; Wipro Inc.; Wolters Kluwer tions to Congress outlining a new roadmap OFII is the only business association in U.S. Corporation; Wolseley; WPP Group for attracting and retaining top tier global Washington D.C. that exclusively represents USA, Inc.; XL Global Services; Zurich Insur- businesses. In addition, the legislation ex- U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies and ance Group. plicitly recognizes the importance of FDI to

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:28 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09SE7.008 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H5414 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 9, 2013 the U.S. economy by expressing the sense of position itself to compete for job-creating SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS MARKETPLACE RE- Congress that remaining competitive in at- FDI. PORT. tracting such investment is directly linked Sanofi has made a significant investment Title I of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 to our nation’s long-term economic strength in the U.S. Sanofi employs more than 17,000 U.S.C. 151 et seq.) is amended by adding at the and security. through our U.S. affiliates in pharma- end the following: Passage of the ‘‘Global Investment in ceuticals, vaccines, animal health, consumer ‘‘SEC. 14. COMMUNICATIONS MARKETPLACE RE- American Jobs Act’’ would send a powerful health and rare diseases. Sanofi has R&D fa- PORT. and bipartisan message that America is cilities in 8 states (AZ, CA, GA, MA, MD, ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In the last quarter of every ready to compete in a new way for global in- MO, NJ, and PA) and important R&D part- even-numbered year, the Commission shall pub- vestment. nerships with organizations such as Harvard, lish on its website and submit to the Committee Thank you for your leadership. MIT and Dana-Farber, reflecting the impor- on Energy and Commerce of the House of Rep- Sincerely, tance of research and development to the resentatives and the Committee on Commerce, NANCY L. MCLERNON, company in the U.S. Our U.S. affiliates have Science, and Transportation of the Senate a re- President & CEO, Organization manufacturing, packaging or distribution port on the state of the communications market- for International Investment. sites in 9 states (MO, PA, TN, MA, NJ, MN, place. NC, GA, MD and NV). Our U.S. affiliates ex- ‘‘(b) CONTENTS.—Each report required by sub- SANOFI, port products from 7 states (GA, PA, MA, section (a) shall— Washington, DC, September 9, 2013. MO, NJ, TN, and MN). And we have more ‘‘(1) assess the state of competition in the com- Hon. LEE TERRY, than $4 billion in contracts with over 15,000 munications marketplace, including competition House of Representatives, Chairman, Energy vendors and suppliers throughout the U.S. to deliver voice, video, audio, and data services and Commerce Committee, Subcommittee on H.R. 2052 has the support of a broad range among providers of telecommunications, pro- Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade, Wash- of cosponsors who understand that invest- viders of commercial mobile service (as defined ington, DC. ment from around the globe is important to in section 332), multichannel video programming DEAR CHAIRMAN TERRY: Sanofi is a leading every state and region across this country. distributors (as defined in section 602), broad- global and diversified healthcare company As a result, H.R. 2052 was unanimously ap- cast stations, providers of satellite communica- which discovers, develops and distributes proved by the Energy and Commerce Com- tions, Internet service providers, and other pro- therapeutic solutions focused on patients’ mittee on July 17, 2013. The House of Rep- viders of communications services; needs. Sanofi has core strengths in the field resentatives passed similar legislation dur- ‘‘(2) assess the state of deployment of commu- of healthcare with seven growth platforms: ing the 112th Congress with strong bipartisan nications capabilities, including advanced tele- diabetes solutions, human vaccines, innova- support. Passing this legislation will be an communications capability (as defined in section tive drugs, rare diseases, consumer important step in enhancing/ U.S. competi- 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 healthcare, emerging markets and animal tiveness and reinvigorating job growth in U.S.C. 1302)), regardless of the technology used health. our country. for such deployment, including whether ad- On behalf of Sanofi, I would like to thank Thank you once again for your work and vanced telecommunications capability is being and commend you and your colleagues and commitment to incentivize FDI in the deployed to all Americans in a reasonable and express our strong support for your bill, H.R. United States to expand the job market and timely fashion; 2052, the ‘‘Global Investment in American strengthen our economy. ‘‘(3) assess whether laws, regulations, or regu- Jobs Act of 2013.’’ As you know, the ‘‘Global Sincerely, latory practices (whether those of the Federal Investment in American Jobs Act’’ is bi- PATRICK MCLAIN, Government, States, political subdivisions of cameral and bipartisan legislation aimed at Vice President, Federal Government States, Indian tribes or tribal organizations (as improving America’s ability to attract job- Affairs, Policy & Issues Management. such terms are defined in section 4 of the Indian creating foreign direct investment (FDI) Self-Determination and Education Assistance from businesses around the world. The bill The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Act (25 U.S.C. 450b)), or foreign governments) requires the Secretary of Commerce to im- question is on the motion offered by pose a barrier to competitive entry into the com- plement a comprehensive review of the the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. munications marketplace or to the competitive United States’ ability to attract foreign di- TERRY) that the House suspend the expansion of existing providers of communica- rect investment. The review will look at rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2052, as tions services; what we are doing right and what we are amended. ‘‘(4) describe the agenda of the Commission for doing wrong. It will also look at what other The question was taken. the next 2-year period for addressing the chal- countries are doing that we should follow lenges and opportunities in the communications and what other countries are doing that we The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the marketplace that were identified through the as- should avoid. Following this review, the Sec- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being sessments under paragraphs (1) through (3); and retary will issue recommendations for all in the affirmative, the ayes have it. ‘‘(5) describe the actions that the Commission agencies of government setting out a com- Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, on that I has taken in pursuit of the agenda described prehensive plan for improving U.S. global demand the yeas and nays. pursuant to paragraph (4) in the previous report competiveness for attracting foreign invest- The yeas and nays were ordered. submitted under this section. ment. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ‘‘(c) EXTENSION.—If the President designates a FDI in the United States has been an en- Commissioner as Chairman of the Commission gine for economic growth, fueling U.S. man- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- during the last quarter of an even-numbered ufacturing, innovation, trade, and overall job ceedings on this motion will be post- year, the portion of the report required by sub- creation. U.S. subsidiaries of foreign- poned. section (b)(4) may be published on the website of headquartered companies account for 5.8 per- f the Commission and submitted to the Committee cent of U.S. private sector GDP and employ on Energy and Commerce of the House of Rep- 5.6 million American workers, including two b 1615 resentatives and the Committee on Commerce, million in the manufacturing sector. In addi- FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COM- Science, and Transportation of the Senate as an tion, these companies produce 18 percent of MISSION CONSOLIDATED RE- addendum during the first quarter of the fol- all U.S. exports, fund 14 percent of annual re- PORTING ACT OF 2013 lowing odd-numbered year. search and development activities, and sup- ‘‘(d) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS.— port a diverse supplier network throughout Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I move ‘‘(1) ASSESSING COMPETITION.—In assessing the country, purchasing goods and services to suspend the rules and pass the bill the state of competition under subsection (b)(1), worth hundreds of billions of dollars every (H.R. 2844) to amend the Communica- the Commission shall consider all forms of com- year from thousands of small and medium- tions Act of 1934 to consolidate the re- petition, including the effect of intermodal com- sized American companies. petition, facilities-based competition, and com- While the U.S. remains the world’s leading porting obligations of the Federal petition from new and emergent communications recipient of foreign direct investment, our Communications Commission in order services, including the provision of content and global share of such investment has dropped to improve congressional oversight and communications using the Internet. significantly since the turn of the 21st cen- reduce reporting burdens, as amended. ‘‘(2) ASSESSING DEPLOYMENT.—In assessing the tury, from 41 percent in 1999 to just over 17 The Clerk read the title of the bill. state of deployment under subsection (b)(2), the percent in 2011. In March, the Department of The text of the bill is as follows: Commission shall compile a list of geographical Commerce released new data showing the areas that are not served by any provider of ad- H.R. 2844 U.S. received $174.7 billion in global invest- vanced telecommunications capability. ment for 2012, a decrease of 25% compared Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ‘‘(3) INTERNATIONAL COMPARISONS AND DEMO- with $234 billion the previous year. Foreign- resentatives of the United States of America in GRAPHIC INFORMATION.—The Commission may headquartered companies, such as Sanofi, Congress assembled, use readily available data to draw appropriate have many options when looking to invest, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. comparisons between the United States commu- expand, or establish new operations, includ- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Federal Commu- nications marketplace and the international ing into emerging economies. In this chal- nications Commission Consolidated Reporting communications marketplace and to correlate its lenging global environment, the U.S. must Act of 2013’’. assessments with demographic information.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:28 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 6333 E:\CR\FM\A09SE7.012 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE September 9, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5415 ‘‘(4) CONSIDERING SMALL BUSINESSES.—In as- (j) ADDITIONAL OUTDATED REPORTS.—The The legislation before the House this sessing the state of competition under subsection Communications Act of 1934 is further amend- afternoon, H.R. 2844, the FCC Consoli- (b)(1) and regulatory barriers under subsection ed— dated Reporting Act, is a bipartisan (b)(3), the Commission shall consider market (1) in section 4— bill that seeks to provide flexibility entry barriers for entrepreneurs and other small (A) in subsection (b)(2)(B)(ii), by striking businesses in the communications marketplace ‘‘and shall furnish notice of such action’’ and and relief to both our job creators as in accordance with the national policy under all that follows through ‘‘subject of the waiver’’; well as the Federal Communications section 257(b).’’. and Commission. This bill is another step SEC. 3. CONSOLIDATION OF REDUNDANT RE- (B) in subsection (g), by striking paragraph in the process of streamlining govern- PORTS; CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. (2); ment so that businesses can focus their (a) ORBIT ACT REPORT.—Section 646 of the (2) in section 215— time and resources on growing our Communications Satellite Act of 1962 (47 U.S.C. (A) by striking subsection (b); and economy and creating jobs instead of (B) by redesignating subsection (c) as sub- 765e; 114 Stat. 57) is repealed. complying with outdated and burden- (b) SATELLITE COMPETITION REPORT.—Section section (b); 4 of Public Law 109–34 (47 U.S.C. 703) is re- (3) in section 227(e), by striking paragraph (4); some mandates from the Federal Gov- pealed. (4) in section 309(j)— ernment. Every dollar spent on out- (c) INTERNATIONAL BROADBAND DATA RE- (A) by striking paragraph (12); and dated FCC reporting mandates is a dol- PORT.—Section 103 of the Broadband Data Im- (B) in paragraph (15)(C), by striking clause lar that could otherwise be spent cre- provement Act (47 U.S.C. 1303) is amended— (iv); ating more high-paying jobs and in- (1) by striking subsection (b); and (5) in section 331(b), by striking the last sen- vesting in new infrastructure. (2) by redesignating subsections (c) through tence; (e) as subsections (b) through (d), respectively. (6) in section 336(e), by amending paragraph H.R. 2844 also recognizes the reality (d) STATUS OF COMPETITION IN THE MARKET (4) to read as follows: that our Nation is in a fiscal crisis and FOR THE DELIVERY OF VIDEO PROGRAMMING RE- ‘‘(4) REPORT.—The Commission shall annually that we must find ways to do more PORT.—Section 628 of the Communications Act advise the Congress on the amounts collected with less. By consolidating eight an- of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 548) is amended— pursuant to the program required by this sub- nual and tri-annual reports into a sin- (1) by striking subsection (g); section.’’; gle biannual Communications Market- (2) by redesignating subsection (j) as sub- (7) in section 339(c), by striking paragraph (1); place Report, not only do we recognize section (g); and (8) in section 396— (3) by transferring subsection (g) (as redesig- (A) by striking subsection (i); this new budget reality by giving the nated) so that it appears after subsection (f). (B) in subsection (k)— FCC more flexibility and tools to drive (e) REPORT ON CABLE INDUSTRY PRICES.— (i) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraph greater efficiencies but we can usher in (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 623 of the Commu- (F); and a platform to analyze the converged nications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 543) is amend- (ii) in paragraph (3)(B)(iii), by striking sub- nature of today’s highly competitive ed— clause (V); intermodal communications industry, (A) by striking subsection (k); and (C) in subsection (l)(1)(B), by striking ‘‘shall which has moved beyond the tradi- (B) by redesignating subsections (l) through be included’’ and all that follows through ‘‘The tional confines of the 1992 and 1996 (n) as subsections (k) through (m), respectively. audit report’’; and (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section (D) by striking subsection (m); Cable and Communications Act. 613(a)(3) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 (9) in section 398(b)(4), by striking the third This simple, commonsense measure U.S.C. 533(a)(3)) is amended by striking ‘‘623(l)’’ sentence; will also ensure that Congress has and inserting ‘‘623(k)’’. (10) in section 624A(b)(1)— timely access to the Commission’s best (f) TRIENNIAL REPORT IDENTIFYING AND ELIMI- (A) by striking ‘‘REPORT; REGULATIONS’’ and analysis of the communication’s land- NATING MARKET ENTRY BARRIERS FOR ENTRE- inserting ‘‘REGULATIONS’’; scape at the beginning of each Congress PRENEURS AND OTHER SMALL BUSINESSES.—Sec- (B) by striking ‘‘Within 1 year after’’ and all by requiring that the Communications tion 257 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 that follows through ‘‘on means of assuring’’ U.S.C. 257) is amended by striking subsection and inserting ‘‘The Commission shall issue such Marketplace Report be published in the (c). regulations as are necessary to assure’’; and last quarter of an even-numbered year. (g) SECTION 706 REPORT.—Section 706 of the (C) by striking ‘‘Within 180 days after’’ and This will allow Congress to better use Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C. 1302) all that follows through ‘‘to assure such com- findings to inform our legislative ac- is amended— patibility.’’; and tivities. (1) in subsection (b)— (11) in section 713, by striking subsection (a). Mr. Speaker, this bill is a great ex- (A) in the last sentence, by striking ‘‘If the SEC. 4. EFFECT ON AUTHORITY. Commission’s determination is negative, it’’ and ample of lawmakers from both sides of Nothing in this Act or the amendments made inserting ‘‘If the Commission determines in its the aisle coming together to reform by this Act shall be construed to expand or con- report under section 14 of the Communications outdated government mandates that tract the authority of the Federal Communica- Act of 1934 that advanced telecommunications were created by Congresses of the past. tions Commission. capability is not being deployed to all Americans I applaud Chairmen UPTON and WAL- SEC. 5. OTHER REPORTS. in a reasonable and timely fashion, the Commis- DEN, as well as Ranking Member sion’’; and Nothing in this Act or the amendments made by this Act shall be construed to prohibit or oth- ESHOO, for working so closely and coop- (B) by striking the first and second sentences; eratively with me on this legislation; (2) by striking subsection (c); erwise prevent the Federal Communications (3) in subsection (d), by striking ‘‘this sub- Commission from producing any additional re- and I strongly encourage my colleagues section’’ and inserting ‘‘this section’’; and ports otherwise within the authority of the Com- to join in supporting passage of this (4) by redesignating subsection (d) as sub- mission. commonsense measure. section (c). The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I reserve the balance of my time. (h) STATE OF COMPETITIVE MARKET CONDI- ant to the rule, the gentleman from Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- TIONS WITH RESPECT TO COMMERCIAL MOBILE Louisiana (Mr. SCALISE) and the gen- self such time as I may consume. RADIO SERVICES.—Section 332(c)(1)(C) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. tlewoman from California (Ms. ESHOO) I rise in support of H.R. 2844, a bill to 332(c)(1)(C)) is amended by striking the first and each will control 20 minutes. streamline many of the outdated re- second sentences. The Chair recognizes the gentleman porting requirements that Congress (i) PREVIOUSLY ELIMINATED ANNUAL RE- from Louisiana. has placed on the Federal Communica- PORT.— GENERAL LEAVE tions Commission. At a time when (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 4 of the Communica- Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I ask agency resources are limited, this bill, tions Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 154) is amended— (A) by striking subsection (k); and unanimous consent that all Members I think, is an example of how to make (B) by redesignating subsections (l) through may have 5 legislative days in which to the FCC’s reporting obligations more (o) as subsections (k) through (n), respectively. revise and extend their remarks and in- efficient, which in turn will ensure (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—The Commu- sert extraneous materials in the that the agency can focus on its mis- nications Act of 1934 is amended— RECORD on the bill. sion to protect the public interest and (A) in section 9(i), by striking ‘‘In the Com- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there promote competition across the com- mission’s annual report, the Commission shall objection to the request of the gen- munications marketplace. prepare an analysis of its progress in developing such systems and’’ and inserting ‘‘The Commis- tleman from Louisiana? The bill also ensures that the FCC sion’’; and There was no objection. has the flexibility to continue assess- (B) in section 309(j)(8)(B), by striking the last Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I yield ing the state of competition, which is sentence. myself such time as I may consume. so essential and so important in our

VerDate Mar 15 2010 03:25 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09SE7.004 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H5416 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 9, 2013 country across the entire communica- economy into the government econ- The yeas and nays were ordered. tions marketplace, including par- omy. We need to stop that. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ticular submarkets like wireless, cable, So this bill consolidates eight sepa- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- and satellite. This data is vital to both rate congressionally mandated reports ceedings on this motion will be post- consumers and to policymakers. on the communications industry into a poned. ALDEN single comprehensive report. As my I want to thank Chairman W ; f certainly the chairman of the full com- colleague from Louisiana said, it mittee, Chairman UPTON; and most es- changes the timeline so that Congress RECESS pecially, Representative SCALISE, for can get the information in a better and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- pursuing this legislation in a bipar- timely manner. And it cuts cost. I hope ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair tisan manner and for working with me this bill will receive strong bipartisan declares the House in recess subject to to ensure that the expert agency, the support in the House. I assume it will. the call of the Chair. FCC, was included in our deliberations. And I hope that our friends across the Accordingly (at 4 o’clock and 24 min- Mr. Speaker, the House passed a building will in this Congress take it utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. similar bill in the last Congress. So I up and pass it as well. recommend to all of our colleagues this With that, Mr. Speaker, I appreciate f very sensible bill that, again, is some- the bipartisan work of my friends from b 1845 thing that all Members can stand for, California and from Louisiana. I urge and that is to streamline a Federal the House to approve this measure and AFTER RECESS agency and kind of get rid of some of send it expeditiously over to the Sen- The recess having expired, the House the weeds of the past and clear a better ate. was called to order by the Speaker pro path for the agency to continue, again, Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, in clos- tempore (Mr. HOLDING) at 6 o’clock and assessing the state of competition ing, as we heard from our constituents, 45 minutes p.m. across the entire communications mar- as we just got back from this August f ketplace. work period where many of us held So with that, Mr. Speaker, I don’t be- townhall meetings throughout our dis- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER lieve I have any speakers on this side. trict, people are frustrated with why PRO TEMPORE I urge my colleagues—everyone in the Congress can’t work together to get The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- House—to support the bill. I think it things done. I think this is a good ex- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings deserves that kind of support. ample of how both parties came to- will resume on motions to suspend the I yield back the balance of my time. gether and looked at some very out- rules previously postponed. Mr. SCALISE. I want to thank the dated laws. Votes will be taken in the following gentlelady from California, again, for People also ask, Why are you always order: her hard work on this and the good bi- passing laws and why don’t you actu- H.R. 2052, by the yeas and nays; partisan cooperation that we’ve had in ally get rid of some of the laws on the H.R. 2844, by the yeas and nays. making these reforms. books that don’t make any sense? Well, The first electronic vote will be con- I yield 5 minutes to the gentleman that’s what we’re doing here with H.R. ducted as a 15-minute vote. The re- from Oregon (Mr. WALDEN), chairman 2844. We’re actually going through and maining electronic vote will be con- of the Telecommunications Sub- repealing laws that are burdens to our ducted as a 5-minute vote. committee. small businesses that are out there try- Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I thank ing to create jobs in the technology in- f the gentleman from Louisiana and the dustry. One of the great growing seg- GLOBAL INVESTMENT IN gentlelady from California for their ments of our economy is the tele- AMERICAN JOBS ACT OF 2013 great work on this, I think, really good communications industry; and yet look bill. at some of these reports that they’re The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- I was in small business for more than required and mandated to compile, finished business is the vote on the mo- 22 years with my wife, and these are many of which have no real bearing on tion to suspend the rules and pass the the sorts of odds and ends that can eat the marketplace today. As the chair- bill (H.R. 2052) to direct the Secretary a small business alive. It can eat an man of the subcommittee mentioned, of Commerce, in coordination with the agency alive as well. These are silly we actually do repeal the telegraph re- heads of other relevant Federal depart- mandates that get put on, often for a port. Why we still have a law on the ments and agencies, to conduct an good reason initially; but then nobody books that requires a report issued on interagency review of and report to ever goes back and says, Why are we competitiveness in the telegraph indus- Congress on ways to increase the glob- still asking for a report on the status try—that goes to show how we have so al competitiveness of the United States of the telegraph industry, or whatever many of these outdated laws on the in attracting foreign direct invest- else. We went back and did that. books still to this day. And Congress ment, as amended, on which the yeas This is the kind of nuts-and-bolts from time to time needs to go and re- and nays were ordered. work that I think helps clean up gov- peal outdated rules and regulations The Clerk read the title of the bill. ernment, helps make it more efficient, like this. That’s what we’re doing in The SPEAKER pro tempore. The makes it more productive, makes it this legislation. question is on the motion offered by more affordable, and gets out of the It’s a good, commonsense piece of the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. way and helps stop doing things it legislation that we worked on in a bi- TERRY) that the House suspend the doesn’t need to do. Too often, we don’t partisan way to bring to the floor. I rules and pass the bill, as amended. do that. urge all my colleagues to pass the leg- The vote was taken by electronic de- I think one of the hallmarks of our islation, and I yield back the balance of vice, and there were—yeas 379, nays 32, subcommittee has been a real bipar- my time. answered ‘‘present’’ 1, not voting 20, as tisan effort to make sure that when we The SPEAKER pro tempore. The follows: create programs, we then follow and question is on the motion offered by [Roll No. 448] make sure they’re working, like we’re the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. YEAS—379 doing with FirstNet and the Incentive SCALISE) that the House suspend the Aderholt Becerra Brady (TX) Auctions, to try and track and make rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2844, as Alexander Benishek Braley (IA) sure it’s working and then to dig deep- amended Amodei Bera (CA) Brooks (AL) Andrews Bilirakis Brooks (IN) er and look for those things that aren’t The question was taken. Bachus Bishop (NY) Brown (FL) working or they’re outdated, yet put a The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Barletta Bishop (UT) Brownley (CA) burden on an agency and cost either opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Barr Black Buchanan those who pay for that agency through in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Barrow (GA) Blackburn Burgess Barton Blumenauer Bustos their taxes or through fees, or what- Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, on that I Bass Bonamici Butterfield ever. It’s all coming out of the private demand the yeas and nays. Beatty Boustany Calvert

VerDate Mar 15 2010 03:25 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09SE7.011 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE September 9, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5417 Camp Green, Gene Meng Smith (TX) Tonko Watt This is a 5-minute vote. Campbell Griffin (AR) Messer Smith (WA) Tsongas Waxman Cantor Griffith (VA) Mica Southerland Turner Webster (FL) The vote was taken by electronic de- Capito Grimm Michaud Speier Upton Welch vice, and there were—yeas 415, nays 0, Capps Guthrie Miller (FL) Stewart Valadao Wenstrup not voting 17, as follows: Capuano Hahn Miller (MI) Stivers Van Hollen Westmoreland Ca´ rdenas Hall Miller, Gary Stutzman Vargas Whitfield [Roll No. 449] Carney Hanabusa Moore Swalwell (CA) Veasey Williams YEAS—415 Carson (IN) Hanna Moran Takano Vela Wilson (FL) Carter Harper Mulvaney Terry Visclosky Wilson (SC) Aderholt Denham Johnson (OH) Cartwright Hartzler Murphy (FL) Thompson (CA) Wagner Wittman Alexander Dent Johnson, E.B. Amash DeSantis Johnson, Sam Cassidy Hastings (FL) Murphy (PA) Thompson (MS) Walberg Wolf Amodei DesJarlais Jones Castor (FL) Hastings (WA) Napolitano Thompson (PA) Walden Womack Andrews Deutch Jordan Castro (TX) Heck (NV) Neal Thornberry Walorski Woodall Bachmann Diaz-Balart Joyce Chabot Heck (WA) Negrete McLeod Tiberi Walz Yarmuth Bachus Dingell Kaptur Chaffetz Hensarling Neugebauer Tierney Wasserman Yoder Barber Doggett Keating Chu Higgins Noem Tipton Schultz Young (AK) Barletta Doyle Kelly (IL) Cicilline Himes Nolan Titus Waters Young (IN) Barr Duckworth Kelly (PA) Clarke Hinojosa Nugent NAYS—32 Barrow (GA) Duffy Kennedy Clay Holding Nunes Barton Duncan (SC) Kildee Cleaver Holt Nunnelee Amash Hudson Poe (TX) Bachmann Huelskamp Posey Bass Duncan (TN) Kilmer Clyburn Honda O’Rourke Beatty Edwards Kind Bentivolio Jones Ribble Coble Horsford Olson Becerra Ellison King (IA) Bridenstine Jordan Royce Coffman Hoyer Owens Benishek Ellmers King (NY) Broun (GA) Kingston Salmon Cohen Huffman Palazzo Bentivolio Engel Kingston Cole Huizenga (MI) Pallone DeSantis Labrador Sanford Duncan (SC) LaMalfa Bera (CA) Enyart Kinzinger (IL) Collins (GA) Hultgren Pascrell Schweikert Bilirakis Eshoo Kirkpatrick Collins (NY) Hunter Pastor (AZ) Fincher Massie Stockman Fleming McClintock Bishop (NY) Esty Kline Conaway Hurt Paulsen Weber (TX) Foxx Meadows Bishop (UT) Farenthold Kuster Connolly Israel Payne Yoho Harris Mullin Black Farr Labrador Conyers Issa Pearce Blackburn Fattah LaMalfa Cook Jeffries Pelosi ANSWERED ‘‘PRESENT’’—1 Blumenauer Fincher Lamborn Cooper Jenkins Perlmutter Kaptur Bonamici Fitzpatrick Lance Costa Johnson (GA) Perry Boustany Fleischmann Langevin Cotton Johnson (OH) Peters (CA) NOT VOTING—20 Brady (TX) Fleming Lankford Courtney Johnson, E. B. Peters (MI) Braley (IA) Flores Larsen (WA) Barber Grijalva Rush Cramer Johnson, Sam Peterson Bridenstine Forbes Larson (CT) Bishop (GA) Gutie´rrez Sa´ nchez, Linda Crawford Joyce Petri Brooks (AL) Fortenberry Latham Brady (PA) Herrera Beutler T. Crenshaw Keating Pingree (ME) Brooks (IN) Foster Latta Bucshon Jackson Lee Schwartz Crowley Kelly (IL) Pittenger Broun (GA) Foxx Lee (CA) Franks (AZ) McCarthy (NY) Sherman Cuellar Kelly (PA) Pitts Brown (FL) Frankel (FL) Levin Gingrey (GA) Miller, George Vela´ zquez Culberson Kennedy Pocan Brownley (CA) Franks (AZ) Lewis Gohmert Nadler Young (FL) Cummings Kildee Polis Buchanan Frelinghuysen Lipinski Daines Kilmer Pompeo b 1911 Burgess Fudge LoBiondo Davis (CA) Kind Price (GA) Bustos Gabbard Loebsack Davis, Danny King (IA) Price (NC) Messrs. MEADOWS, FLEMING, Butterfield Gallego Lofgren Davis, Rodney King (NY) Quigley HUELSKAMP, DeSANTIS, RIBBLE, Calvert Garamendi Long DeFazio Kinzinger (IL) Radel FINCHER, JORDAN, POSEY, KING- Camp Garcia Lowenthal DeGette Kirkpatrick Rahall Campbell Gardner Lowey Delaney Kline Rangel STON, SALMON, BROUN of Georgia, Cantor Garrett Lucas DeLauro Kuster Reed WEBER of Texas, and SANFORD Capito Gerlach Luetkemeyer DelBene Lamborn Reichert changed their vote from ‘‘yea’’ to Capps Gibbs Lujan Grisham Denham Lance Renacci Capuano Gibson (NM) Dent Langevin Rice (SC) ‘‘nay.’’ Ca´ rdenas Gohmert Luja´ n, Ben Ray DesJarlais Lankford Richmond Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New Carney Goodlatte (NM) Deutch Larsen (WA) Rigell York changed her vote from ‘‘nay’’ to Carson (IN) Gosar Lummis Diaz-Balart Larson (CT) Roby ‘‘yea.’’ Carter Gowdy Lynch Dingell Latham Roe (TN) Cartwright Granger Maffei Doggett Latta Rogers (AL) So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Cassidy Graves (GA) Maloney, Doyle Lee (CA) Rogers (KY) tive) the rules were suspended and the Castor (FL) Graves (MO) Carolyn Duckworth Levin Rogers (MI) bill, as amended, was passed. Castro (TX) Grayson Maloney, Sean Duffy Lewis Rohrabacher The result of the vote was announced Chabot Green, Al Marchant Duncan (TN) Lipinski Rokita Chaffetz Green, Gene Marino Edwards LoBiondo Rooney as above recorded. Chu Griffin (AR) Massie Ellison Loebsack Ros-Lehtinen A motion to reconsider was laid on Cicilline Griffith (VA) Matheson Ellmers Lofgren Roskam the table. Clarke Grimm Matsui Engel Long Ross Stated for: Clay Guthrie McCarthy (CA) Enyart Lowenthal Rothfus Cleaver Hahn McCaul Eshoo Lowey Roybal-Allard Mr. FRANKS. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. Clyburn Hall McClintock Esty Lucas Ruiz 448, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been Coble Hanabusa McCollum Farenthold Luetkemeyer Runyan present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Coffman Hanna McDermott Farr Lujan Grisham Ruppersberger Cohen Harper McGovern Fattah (NM) Ryan (OH) f Cole Harris McHenry Fitzpatrick Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ryan (WI) FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COM- Collins (GA) Hartzler McIntyre Fleischmann (NM) Sanchez, Loretta Collins (NY) Hastings (FL) McKeon Flores Lummis Sarbanes MISSION CONSOLIDATED RE- Conaway Hastings (WA) McKinley Forbes Lynch Scalise PORTING ACT OF 2013 Connolly Heck (NV) McMorris Fortenberry Maffei Schakowsky Conyers Heck (WA) Rodgers Foster Maloney, Schiff The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Cook Hensarling McNerney Frankel (FL) Carolyn Schneider finished business is the vote on the mo- Cooper Higgins Meadows Frelinghuysen Maloney, Sean Schock tion to suspend the rules and pass the Costa Himes Meehan Fudge Marchant Schrader bill (H.R. 2844) to amend the Commu- Cotton Hinojosa Meeks Gabbard Marino Scott (VA) Courtney Holding Meng Gallego Matheson Scott, Austin nications Act of 1934 to consolidate the Cramer Holt Messer Garamendi Matsui Scott, David reporting obligations of the Federal Crawford Honda Mica Garcia McCarthy (CA) Sensenbrenner Communications Commission in order Crenshaw Horsford Michaud Gardner McCaul Serrano Crowley Hoyer Miller (FL) Garrett McCollum Sessions to improve congressional oversight and Cuellar Hudson Miller (MI) Gerlach McDermott Sewell (AL) reduce reporting burdens, as amended, Culberson Huelskamp Miller, Gary Gibbs McGovern Shea-Porter on which the yeas and nays were or- Cummings Huffman Moore Gibson McHenry Shimkus dered. Daines Huizenga (MI) Moran Goodlatte McIntyre Shuster Davis (CA) Hultgren Mullin Gosar McKeon Simpson The Clerk read the title of the bill. Davis, Danny Hunter Mulvaney Gowdy McKinley Sinema The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Davis, Rodney Hurt Murphy (FL) Granger McMorris Sires question is on the motion offered by DeFazio Israel Murphy (PA) Graves (GA) Rodgers Slaughter the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. DeGette Issa Nadler Graves (MO) McNerney Smith (MO) Delaney Jeffries Napolitano Grayson Meehan Smith (NE) SCALISE) that the House suspend the DeLauro Jenkins Neal Green, Al Meeks Smith (NJ) rules and pass the bill, as amended. DelBene Johnson (GA) Negrete McLeod

VerDate Mar 15 2010 03:25 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09SE7.006 H09SEPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H5418 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 9, 2013 Neugebauer Rooney Stutzman gesting that unemployment decreased ever elected to this body and is, right- Noem Ros-Lehtinen Swalwell (CA) to 7.3 percent in August, the lowest fully, being honored by the Hindu Nolan Roskam Takano 1 Nugent Ross Terry rate in over 4 ⁄2 years. American Foundation. I’m sure she’ll Nunes Rothfus Thompson (CA) While seemingly good news, if you have a unique and insightful perspec- Nunnelee Roybal-Allard Thompson (MS) actually look below the surface, labor tive for this occasion. O’Rourke Royce Thompson (PA) force participation fell to its lowest Olson Ruiz Thornberry f Owens Runyan level in 35 years, with only 63.2 percent Tiberi NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH Palazzo Ruppersberger Tierney of working-age Americans being em- Pallone Ryan (OH) Tipton (Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana asked and Pascrell Ryan (WI) ployed. While the unemployment rate Titus was given permission to address the Pastor (AZ) Salmon declined, it can be attributed to a Tonko Paulsen Sa´ nchez, Linda House for 1 minute and to revise and Tsongas growing share of individuals giving up Payne T. on trying to find a job. extend her remarks.) Pearce Sanchez, Loretta Turner Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speak- Upton Mr. Speaker, it’s not that American Pelosi Sanford er, after 9/11, September became Na- Perry Sarbanes Valadao workers are lazy or reliant upon hand- Peters (CA) Scalise Van Hollen outs. Over 12 million Americans are tional Preparedness Month, a month to Vargas Peters (MI) Schakowsky struggling to make ends meet, with encourage Americans to take steps to Peterson Schiff Veasey prepare for disasters or emergencies in Vela tens of millions more struggling with Petri Schneider their homes, businesses and commu- Pingree (ME) Schock Visclosky underemployment. nities. Pittenger Schrader Wagner The solution to our national employ- Pitts Schweikert Walberg Recent events such as Hurricane ment crisis is straightforward: we must Pocan Scott (VA) Walden Sandy; the Boston Marathon bombing; Poe (TX) Scott, Austin Walorski get a handle on out-of-control debt, a the West, Texas, plant explosion; dead- Polis Scott, David Walz cumbersome and out-of-date Tax Code, ly tornados in Oklahoma; and flooding Pompeo Sensenbrenner Wasserman and limit bloated regulations. Posey Serrano Schultz in my own district reinforce the need Price (GA) Sessions Waters As we continue our work here in the for preparedness planning. Price (NC) Sewell (AL) Watt House, I encourage all of my colleagues As chair of the Homeland Sub- Quigley Shea-Porter Waxman to focus their work on breaking down Radel Sherman committee on Emergency Prepared- Weber (TX) these barriers to employment. Our con- Rahall Shimkus Webster (FL) ness, Response, and Communications, Rangel Shuster Wenstrup stituents deserve as much. and as congressional cochair of Na- Reed Simpson Westmoreland Reichert Sinema f tional Preparedness Month, I urge all Whitfield Members to promote preparedness ac- Renacci Sires 1930 Ribble Slaughter Williams b Wilson (FL) tivities in their districts. Encourage Rice (SC) Smith (MO) RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE your constituents to build and main- Richmond Smith (NE) Wittman Rigell Smith (NJ) Wolf HINDU AMERICAN FOUNDATION tain emergency kits, develop and exer- Womack Roby Smith (TX) (Mr. SWALWELL of California asked cise emergency plans, and participate Roe (TN) Smith (WA) Woodall and was given permission to address in local preparedness activities. Rogers (AL) Southerland Yarmuth I also urge Members to learn more Rogers (KY) Speier Yoder the House for 1 minute.) about how local response organizations Rogers (MI) Stewart Yoho Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Rohrabacher Stivers Young (AK) are using social media and encourage Speaker, I’m proud to rise today on the Rokita Stockman Young (IN) your constituents to follow local re- House Floor and recognize the great sponders on Twitter and Facebook. NOT VOTING—17 work of the Hindu American Founda- Bishop (GA) Herrera Beutler Schwartz National Preparedness Month is also tion, which is having its annual North- a good time to thank our firefighters, Brady (PA) Jackson Lee Vela´ zquez ern California Awareness and Gala Din- Bucshon McCarthy (NY) Welch police officers, emergency managers, Gingrey (GA) Miller, George Wilson (SC) ner near my congressional district one and their families, whose persistent Grijalva Perlmutter Young (FL) week from Saturday. Gutie´rrez Rush sacrifices make our country more se- There are over 2 million Hindus in cure and more prepared. b 1925 the United States, and the Hindu American Foundation works to educate f So (two-thirds being in the affirma- people about their religious faith and IT’S TIME FOR THE HOUSE TO tive) the rules were suspended and the protect the free exercise of it around TAKE ACTION ON CLIMATE bill, as amended, was passed. the Nation and across our globe. CHANGE The result of the vote was announced I’m proud to stand as a Member of as above recorded. (Mr. MCNERNEY asked and was Congress with the Hindu American A motion to reconsider was laid on given permission to address the House Foundation on issues that are impor- the table. for 1 minute and to revise and extend tant to me and its members. For exam- his remarks.) f ple, I worked to get the FBI to collect Mr. MCNERNEY. Mr. Speaker, a re- THE JOURNAL data on anti-Hindu hate crimes, includ- port released last week by the National ing sending two letters to ask it to do Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. so. Thanks to this advocacy and the tion examined the relationship be- STEWART). Pursuant to clause 8 of rule Hindus across the Nation, we’ve tween climate change and the extreme XX, the unfinished business is the achieved this goal. weather events from last year. The re- question on agreeing to the Speaker’s I’ve also cosponsored H.R. 717, the port found compelling evidence that approval of the Journal, which the Reuniting Families Act, to enable peo- human-caused climate change contrib- Chair will put de novo. ple in the United States to be reunited uted to many of the extreme weather The question is on the Speaker’s ap- with family members abroad; cospon- events seen around the world last year, proval of the Journal. sored House Resolution 47, which calls including some of the heat waves and Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- on the Postal Service to adopt a com- droughts seen in the central United nal stands approved. memorative Diwali holiday; and I also States, as well as elevated sea levels f joined the India Caucus. that contributed to the unprecedented Saturday’s dinner will give the Hindu level of flooding in New York City after ADDRESSING EMPLOYMENT CRISIS American Foundation members and Superstorm Sandy. (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania supporters a great chance to talk about The report, based on the work of 78 asked and was given permission to ad- what we’ve done together and what the scientists, concluded that climate dress the House for 1 minute and to re- future may bring. change has an impact on extreme vise and extend his remarks.) I also look forward to attending the weather events. These storms and Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. gala and hearing from my colleague droughts are endangering lives and Mr. Speaker, last Friday, the Depart- here in the House, TULSI GABBARD, livelihoods, and costing taxpayers bil- ment of Labor released figures sug- from Hawaii, who is the first Hindu lions of dollars.

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The Republican ma- In our local communities, good It is our first freedom, and it’s a funda- jority of the House has refused to ac- things are happening and challenges mental human right. knowledge the overwhelming scientific are happening, and I hope that, as we But as President Ronald Reagan so evidence that the planet’s climate is look at these hard decisions, we’ll be accurately observed, freedom is never changing, and that human activity is a able to work with our communities as more than one generation away from major contributor to this change. well on some of the important issues extinction. Our freedoms are fragile, f they face. and how quickly we forget their impor- f tance. THANKS TO THE MINNESOTA An annual survey by the Newseum OVARIAN CANCER ALLIANCE PERSONAL EXPLANATION Institute’s First Amendment Center re- (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I vealed that only 24 percent of Ameri- permission to address the House for 1 was unavoidably detained in a classi- cans are aware that religious freedom minute and to revise and extend his re- fied security briefing on Syria and is a First Amendment right. We are marks.) missed H.R. 2052, the Global Invest- forgetting our first freedom. It is this Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise ment in American Jobs Act of 2013, as amnesia that results in the subjugation today to recognize National Ovarian amended. Had I been present, I would of the fundamental right of religious Cancer Awareness Month. have voted ‘‘aye.’’ freedom. This past weekend, I joined neighbors On H.R. 2844, the Federal Commu- Just last month, a justice of the New to help kick off the annual Minnesota nications Commission Consolidation Mexico Supreme Court recognized that Ovarian Cancer Alliance Walk and Reporting Act, I would have voted their decision to uphold fines against a Run. Each year, thousands come out to ‘‘aye,’’ and on the Journal vote, I wedding photographer who declined to this event in Edina Park to raise would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ photograph a same-sex wedding meant that the photographer is now ‘‘com- awareness of and education on ovarian f cancer, to raise funds for research, and pelled by law to compromise the very THE CONGRESSIONAL PRAYER to give support and hope to local religious beliefs that inspire’’ her life. CAUCUS women and their families that are But the justice called this trampling touched by this devastating disease. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under of religious freedom ‘‘the price of citi- In 2013 alone, the American Cancer the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- zenship.’’ The price of citizenship? No. Reli- Society estimates that about 22,000 uary 3, 2013, the gentleman from Vir- gious freedom is the very thing the Pil- new cases of ovarian cancer will be di- ginia (Mr. FORBES) is recognized for 60 grims sought when they landed in agnosed, and 14,000 women will die of minutes as the designee of the major- Plymouth and struggled to survive in a ovarian cancer in the United States. ity leader. new and unknown world. This last March, I met with a group GENERAL LEAVE Religious freedom was so important of doctors and nurses from every major Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I ask to our Founding Fathers that it was health system in the Twin Cities to unanimous consent that all Members the first freedom they named as bear- discuss cancer care and prevention, and may have 5 legislative days in which to ing protection from the government. I’m pleased to cosponsor legislation revise and extend their remarks and in- It’s not the price of citizenship; it is that ensures that cancer patients get clude extraneous materials on the sub- the hallmark of the American spirit of the care they need. ject of our Special Order. freedom. Mr. Speaker, the powerful stories of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there The American people recognize that hope that I heard this weekend are just objection to the request of the gen- the New Mexico Supreme Court’s deci- a fraction of what we see in our com- tleman from Virginia? sion is wrong. A recent Rasmussen poll munity as we work on our shared goal There was no objection. revealed that 85 percent of Americans of making cancer a thing of the past. Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I appre- believe that a wedding photographer f ciate the opportunity to come to the who has a deeply held religious belief floor tonight to discuss our first free- about marriage has a right to decline LOCAL ISSUES IMPACTING MANY dom, religious liberty, as we recognize AMERICANS to photograph a same-sex ceremony. the 226th anniversary of the signing of Even still, we see weekly reminders (Ms. JACKSON LEE asked and was our Constitution on September 17, Con- that religious freedom is being tram- given permission to address the House stitution Day. pled in the name of tolerance. The Su- for 1 minute and to revise and extend I’m hosting this special order as preme Court’s decision in United her remarks.) founder and cochairman of the Con- States v. Windsor has given validation Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, in gressional Prayer Caucus, a bipartisan to the basely false argument that the the midst of serious discussions on group of more than 90 Members of the only reason anyone has to support tra- America’s next step forward on issues House of Representatives dedicated to ditional marriage is bigotry. We’ve for- involving Syria, I rise simply to talk protecting religious freedom in Amer- gotten President Obama’s observation about local issues and issues impacting ica and preserving our Nation’s rich in 2012 that there are people of goodwill many Americans. One of them has to spiritual heritage. on both sides of the marriage debate. do with foster care and the situation of I cochair this caucus with my good Over the last few months alone, foster care in my own State, one deal- friend, Mr. MIKE MCINTYRE, a Demo- we’ve seen so many injustices, like the ing with children who’ve aged out in cratic Member from North Carolina, Oregon bakery that’s been forced to the city of Houston, and there are no who, unfortunately, cannot be with us close its doors because of the visceral facilities for them to be able to utilize, this evening. hate mail, threats and boycotts they except for a few, like Little Audrey’s, Faith and religious freedom are not received simply for living their lives which is under siege, and which we’re party-line issues. Members of the Con- according to their faith. trying to draw the attention of the gressional Prayer Caucus gather each As some workers protest for higher community to, to be able to help those week in the United States Capitol to wages, we see businesses like Hobby children or young people that have no pray for our Nation. We leave political Lobby that pay their full-time workers place to go, and then to provide more labels at the door, and we join in pray- significantly more than minimum counselors for foster care children so er for one another and our country. wage fighting for the ability to keep they have a lifeline while they’re in the On September 17, our Nation will their doors open and their workers em- foster care system. mark the 226th anniversary of the sign- ployed because they dare to operate Finally, some good news: I want to ing of the Constitution in Independence their business according to the dictates salute the Zion Ministries, the church Hall, Philadelphia. The Bill of Rights, of their conscience. that I joined yesterday, where they re- the first 10 amendments to the Con- We see an attack on the integrity of ceived their marker of historic preser- stitution, was soon to follow. the military chaplaincy, an institution

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And they have somehow ior Master Sergeant Monk fighting to Federal Government, but we want a caught it right. maintain their careers in the military Federal Government that comes under Joseph Stalin said: because they dare to hold a traditional the control of the States. What did America is like a healthy body and its re- view of marriage. they say about religion and those First sistance is threefold: its patriotism, its mo- In Iran, Pastor Abedini languishes in Amendment liberties? I picked out rality, its spiritual life. If we can undermine the notorious Evin prison because of three. I picked them out related to the these three areas, America will collapse from his Christian faith. He’s an American highest offices of our land. within. citizen who has been wrongly sen- The first was New York. Our Attor- He’s right: we are collapsing, to our tenced to 8 years in prison because he ney General, Eric Holder, was born, detriment and to those who yearn for dared to hold a certain religious belief, raised, and educated in New York. In freedom. torn from his wife and two young chil- its constitution, New York State says: I end with this. A patriot, a Presi- dren. The free exercise and enjoyment of reli- dent, a believer in prayer, a believer in As we approach the 1-year anniver- gious profession and worship, without dis- the First Amendment. President Eisen- sary of his incarceration, we need to crimination or preference, shall forever be hower stated in 1954: make sure that we realize that his allowed in this State to all humankind. Atheism substitutes men for the Supreme fight for freedom is a reminder of how That was New York. Creator and this leads inevitably to domina- important it is that we remain a bea- I went then to the State of Delaware, tion and dictatorship. con for the fundamental right of reli- the State of our Vice President. And in He went on to say: gious freedom and the ability to live that State, the preamble to the con- We must jealously guard our foundation in your life openly and freely on the basis stitution starts out by saying: faith. For on it rests the ability of the Amer- of your convictions. We must defend Through Divine goodness, all people have ican individual to live and thrive in this Pastor Abedini and advocate for his by nature the rights of worshiping and serv- blessed land and to be able to help other less immediate release to the safety of his ing their Creator according to the dictates of fortunate people to achieve freedom and in- their consciences. dividual opportunity. These we take for family. granted, but to others they are often only a As we honor Constitution Day, let us That’s Delaware. wistful dream. In God we trust, our motto. remember the fundamental right of re- And so then ultimately I went to the Often have we heard the words of this won- ligious freedom enshrined in the First last State that I looked at. And I went derful American motto. Let us make sure Amendment. Members of the Prayer to that because our President comes that familiarity has not made them mean- Caucus have not forgotten our first from Illinois. But that wasn’t one of ingless for us. We carry the torch of freedom freedom. We stand ready to guard and the 13 colonies, my friend from Vir- as a sacred trust for all mankind. protect it. ginia will inform me. So I went to Mas- And then President Eisenhower con- I’m proud to partner with my good sachusetts, where he was educated at cluded: friend, Mr. MCINTYRE, in leading this Harvard Law School. Article II in that We do not believe that God intended the extraordinary group of Members known constitution says: light that He created to be put out by men. as the Congressional Prayer Caucus. It is the right as well as the duty of all I thank my friend for allowing me I’m so pleased to be joined this men and society, publicly, and at stated sea- these statements tonight. And may we evening by my colleagues who are sons to worship the Supreme Being, the stand firmly to the point that ulti- working to protect religious freedom in great Creator and Preserver of the universe. mately our First Amendment lib- And no subject shall be hurt, molested, or re- America and around the world, and at erties—and even more than that—the this time I’d like to yield to my good strained in his person, liberty, or estate, for worshiping God in the manner and season God-blessed opportunities that come friend, Mr. TIM WALBERG from Michi- most agreeable to the dictates of his own from His truth will be applauded in gan. conscience. this land. Mr. WALBERG. I thank my friend Mr. Speaker, I would say those are Mr. FORBES. I thank the gentleman from Virginia and, Mr. Speaker, I ap- the foundational principles that led to from Michigan for his great leadership preciate the opportunity to speak on the adoption of our Constitution and, on these First Amendment rights and an issue of ultimate importance to- ultimately, the First Amendment. And for his words tonight. night, the First Amendment liberties. so a danger comes when we come to We have another great leader on b 1945 areas like prayer, where we have a mu- First Amendment rights, Mr. Speaker, We go back to those brave men whose nicipality like Greece, New York, that and that’s DOUG LAMBORN for Colorado. DOUG, it’s a pleasure to have you to- shoulders we stand upon, and here in is fighting in the case Greece v. Gallo- night. I would love to yield to you for the Chamber today, people like Jona- way for the opportunity to continue any comments you might have. than Witherspoon, who said: their tradition of opening with prayer. Patrick Henry said: Mr. LAMBORN. I want to thank my A republic once equally poised, must either friend and colleague, Representative preserve its virtue or lose its liberty. An appeal to arms and the God of hosts is all that is left us. RANDY FORBES of Virginia, for his lead- Congressman FORBES, we are stand- ership in this vital area of religious lib- ing for that virtue today. We are stand- An appeal. Isn’t that a prayer? An ap- peal to God? erty and for putting this time together. ing for that virtue in a country that, Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support An appeal to arms and the God of hosts is sadly, has walked away from accepting of our constitutionally granted right to it out of hand. And assuming that all that is left to us. But we shall not fight our battle alone. There is a just God that religious liberty and in support of our there will be differences—there will be military. I am grateful for our Nation’s theological differences, there will be presides over the destinies of nations. The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone. Is life military, and I feel privileged to rep- religious differences—America was so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased resent thousands of men and women in known from its inception as a place at the price of chains and slavery? uniform who serve at the five military where we could be free to have those And then he appeals to God again. A installations in my district. Our mili- foundational principles. prayer: tary is made up of brave, peace-loving Benjamin Franklin himself said: Forbid it, almighty God. I know not what men and women of all faiths serving to This will be the best security for maintain- course others may take, but as for me, give protect our freedom and our way of ing our liberties. A Nation of well-informed me liberty or give me death. men who have been taught to know and prize life. But there is a growing and trou- the rights which God has given them cannot So today we come to a situation in bling pattern of religious discrimina- be enslaved. It is in the religion of ignorance our country where we have people who tion against our men and women in that tyranny begins. are saying, basically, the same thing: arms.

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Also, in July of ing the Constitution originally because ligion was so important to him that this year, a Christian chaplain was or- it did not contain those basic indi- the Virginia Statute for Religious dered to remove a religious column he vidual liberties and freedoms, and it Freedom was listed along with the had written which simply detailed the was his work that made sure that we founding of the University of Virginia history of the phrase: enjoyed those individual liberties and and the writing of the United States There are no atheists in foxholes. freedoms today, based on our Constitu- Declaration of Independence as his Furthermore, in drafting religious tion. greatest lifetime achievements. Thom- freedom policies and regulations, offi- It was that First Amendment that as Jefferson believed deeply in that cials within the Pentagon have con- read: freedom of religion and wanted to sulted with radical atheists who once Congress shall make no law respecting an make sure that it was something that characterized Christians as ‘‘monsters establishment of religion or prohibiting the our Nation continued to espouse today, who terrorize their fellow Americans free exercise thereof. and it was his moral foundation. who are die-hard enemies of the United In today’s world, there are far too The statute ultimately facilitated States Constitution.’’ This same rad- many obstacles for many of our citi- the path to complete religious freedom ical atheist is calling on the Pentagon zens to truly practice what is promised in the United States. As we know, the to prosecute military chaplains who in the First Amendment. There are discussions that took place took place share their faith with servicemembers, challenges to religious symbols. Reli- based upon that Virginia Statute of claiming that even speaking about gious freedom for members of our mili- Religious Freedom. That was eventu- your Christian faith amounts to ‘‘un- tary is under attack. ally included in the First Amendment constitutional religious proselytizing Air Force Senior Master Sergeant to our Constitution. and oppression.’’ Phillip Monk was recently dismissed It is our duty to ensure that the Con- Mr. Speaker, this is an affront to our from his position and reassigned after gress continues to protect our First civil liberties and demeaning to this he refused to voice his opinion when Amendment freedoms for now and for Nation that has always believed in the his commanding officer asked him if he future generations. And I want to First Amendment freedom of self-ex- could agree with her belief that openly thank all of my colleagues in the Con- pression. Religious freedom is an inte- voicing a religious or moral opposition gressional Prayer Caucus to make sure gral part of America’s greatness and to same-sex marriage is discrimina- that we remember each and every day has been a pillar of our Nation from tion. He stood by his beliefs and paid as we are here the practice of religious the very beginning. We must remain the price professionally for that. freedom, and to make sure that we un- firmly committed to defending reli- Religious liberties are threatened, for derstand that our projection of that gious freedom. many, each and every day. freedom is what makes us the great Mr. FORBES. I thank the gentleman The Commonwealth of Virginia, as Nation that we are today. for his hard work in this area and for has been so eloquently stated, has a di- Mr. FORBES. Mr. WITTMAN, I thank being with us tonight. rect tie to the First Amendment. I you for your dedication to First We heard Mr. WALBERG mention Pat- stated Governor Patrick Henry’s ef- Amendment rights and to our military. rick Henry; and from the State that forts there; but also Thomas Jefferson One of the deep thinkers that we Patrick Henry came from is my good was very, very adamant and passionate have in this area in all forms of policy, friend, ROB WITTMAN. about preserving those religious free- especially as it comes to First Amend- ROB, thank you for being here and doms. ment liberties, is the gentleman from your fight in all this. The Virginia Statute for Religious Oklahoma (Mr. LANKFORD). Mr. WITTMAN. Thank you, Rep- Freedom was authored by Thomas Jef- Mr. LANKFORD, we are delighted to resentative FORBES. I want to thank ferson and James Madison in 1779, and have you tonight, and I would love to you for your leadership in the Congres- it states: hear some of your thoughts on this. sional Prayer Caucus and for taking No man shall be compelled to frequent or Mr. LANKFORD. It is absolutely my the time to make sure we got together support any religious worship place, or min- honor to have the chance to be here as today to recognize the importance of istry whatsoever, nor shall be enforced, re- well to be able to speak out on the today’s date and the efforts by our strained, molested, or burthened in his body issue that was critical in the founda- forefathers to make sure that we have or goods, nor shall otherwise suffer on ac- tion of our own Constitution and of our count of his religious opinions or belief; but Nation as a whole, and that is the right those liberties and freedoms to make that all men shall be free to profess, and by sure that we can freely practice our re- argument to maintain, their opinions in to believe. ligious beliefs here. matters of religion, and that the same shall We in America have this unique I’m pleased to be here as a member of in no wise diminish, enlarge, or affect their thing, the right to believe or the right our Prayer Caucus and join with my civil capacities. to not have a belief at all; but if you other colleagues on the Prayer Caucus Thomas Jefferson, the second Presi- believe, to also have the right to actu- to honor Constitution Day and the reli- dent of the United States, and one of ally live what you believe. It is this gious freedoms of all our citizens. our Nation’s Founding Fathers, under- unique American freedom that people September 17, 2013, marks the 226th stood the need for protecting our nat- around the world sometimes stare at anniversary of the signing of the great- ural rights, those provided to us by our with awe because they are bound to est governing document the world has Creator, those protected by our govern- have a certain set of beliefs to be in ever known: our Constitution. Reli- ment, all of which were more impor- that country, but not so with us in gious freedom is the very first freedom tant to him than any other element of America. You can have a belief, not protected in the First Amendment. what he espoused in the creation of our have a belief; but if you have one, you And just as Chairman FORBES has spo- government. And we know that none may live your faith. ken of, it was really a discussion that meant more to him or to our Nation Coptic Christians in Egypt would took place years ago in Virginia. than the freedom of religion. The stat- love to be able to live their faith and Governor Patrick Henry, there in the ute declares that compulsory religion not live in fear right now. The Baha’i church at St. John’s in Richmond, got is wrong, that no religion should be in Iran would love to be able to live out up and spoke about the importance of forced on an individual, and that the their faith and not live in fear right the individual liberties and freedoms freedom of religion is a natural right. now. The Christians in Syria would and the importance to make sure that love to be able to live out their faith we as a Nation had a Constitution that b 2000 and not live in fear. And the multiple preserved those. As you know, he led The statute’s doctrine and principles religions that try to practice in coun- that fight to make sure that James have inspired individuals throughout tries like China and Vietnam and other

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They son walking down the streets of Amer- Number one is health care providers were individuals that were protecting ica, you have the right to be able to themselves, who in many cases will be live out your faith, and it is essential the freedom of people they had never forced to participate in certain tech- for us. It’s a great value that we share, met and protecting our Nation. Jane niques, certain types of treatment that but it is essential that we also con- Horton, one of the widows, not long are against their deeply held religious tinue to protect. And on days like after her husband, Chris, was killed in beliefs, such as abortion, such as get- today, it is ironic that we are dis- Afghanistan, dropped by my office and cussing again this unique value to say: got a chance to visit with me. We ting abortion pills—what we call Can we still live out our faith as Amer- talked for a long time, and she handed abortifacients—sterilization proce- icans? me a tie that her husband had. I chose dures, and such as that. Let me just give you a couple of ex- to wear it today, 2 years after he was Another important group is religious amples where the challenge has been killed, so that we would not forget institutions. The Catholic Church has, put to the test recently. It wasn’t but those who stand for our freedom and for many decades—really, centuries— a couple of years ago that the Obama that we will not forget what they have gone about the work of the Lord to administration challenged the Missouri done for us and our Nation. provide health care to individuals but Synod Church on whether that church Mr. FORBES. Thank you, Mr. will be required, under the HHS man- and Hosanna-Tabor could choose their LANKFORD, and for your great work on dates, to actually provide certain pro- own minister or whether they would be this subject. cedures, such as sterilization and birth fought from the outside, that the gov- Probably no one has defended the control pills, that are against their ernment could step into the church and rights of our military and their First deeply held beliefs. Regardless of say, No, we have to help be a part of se- Amendment rights and the rights of whether you agree with that or not is lecting who the minister is. That was our chaplains more than the gentleman beside the point. According to the First argued all the way until it got to the from Louisiana (Mr. FLEMING). Amendment, the church and its insti- Supreme Court, where they lost 9–0, Mr. FLEMING, thank you for your ef- tutions should be allowed to do what is and the Supreme Court reaffirmed forts in that and for being here to- right by their own personal religious again that a church has the right to se- night. We would love to hear your beliefs. lect their own minister. thoughts on this very special amend- It is ironic that we are dealing with ment and right for Americans. The third group is private businesses. a great business that employs thou- Mr. FLEMING. I would like to thank You have already heard about Hobby sands upon thousands of people around my good friend from Virginia for hav- Lobby and many others who, because the country, called Hobby Lobby, that ing this Special Order this evening and of the HHS mandate, will have to pro- the founders of that company are the leadership that the gentleman has vide coverage through insurance for Christians, they live out their faith— provided in this area with the Prayer certain things, which may include they practiced their faith from when Caucus and so many other things, both abortions, and yet that’s against their they were a craft/framing shop in the on Armed Services and outside of own deeply held religious beliefs—and garage of the family, and they continue Armed Services, in that realm. suffering fines of tens of thousands of to practice that business the exact Mr. Speaker, I am greatly inspired dollars per episode and per day for hav- same way now—to say: Can they live and moved this evening with the ing done so. That is not right under the out their faith? speeches that I’ve heard talking about First Amendment. They are currently facing a set of religious liberty and all of the things There are 67 cases and over 200 plain- fines right now where the administra- that we are struggling with right now tiffs that have filed suit against the ad- tion has stepped in to say, if you pro- with religious liberty. ministration to protect the First vide health care insurance that we Religious freedom is at the center of Amendment right to religious freedom. choose, you’re fine; if you don’t provide who we are as Americans. With fore- They are working their way through any insurance at all, I’m going to fine sight and clarity, the Founding Fa- the courts. you $2,000; but if you provide insurance thers enshrined religious freedom as a that doesn’t meet the administration’s First Amendment right. Quote: ‘‘Con- Tyndale House, a Christian pub- religious belief, you will be fined, as a gress shall make no law respecting an lishing company, well known for their company, $36,500 per employee. establishment of religion, or prohib- production of the Bible, as well as fam- Let me run that past you again. In a iting the free exercise thereof’’—the ily-owned and operated business Fresh country where you are free to live out First Amendment. Unlimited, Inc., a fresh produce proc- your faith, if this particular company Despite these undisputed facts, time essing and packing company in Ohio, chooses not to provide insurance that and again we have witnessed a whit- and Beckwith Electric, a Florida-based violates their faith and it doesn’t fol- tling away of this freedom. The passage electric company, are among the 37 for- low up with the administration’s pol- of the President’s signature legislation, profit companies seeking relief from icy, they will be fined $36,500 per em- ObamaCare, ushered in a new wave of the HHS mandate. ployee per year. And so they changed government oppression for businesses, Hospitals, charities, Catholic dio- their insurance to meet the faith of the religious organizations, faith-based ceses, and religious colleges, including administration. It’s not right. We are a schools, charities, and hospitals. Louisiana College in my own State, are place where we cannot only have a be- Mr. Speaker, I am very concerned at various stages of defending their lief in a label, but also choose to live this evening that with ObamaCare and first freedom against the administra- out that label. That’s important for us with many other things that we’re see- tion’s constitutional HHS mandate. as a Nation. ing on the religious front, on the mili- Instead of supporting publishers, gro- Two things that I wanted to be able tary front, that Washington and this cers, electricians, doctors, nurses, to encourage us as well. One is that administration is actually substituting students, on September 25—just a few its religious beliefs for our own; a very teachers, and professors, ObamaCare days from now—will stand at flag poles dangerous precedent. strips away the ability for these indi- around this Nation. They will gather What have we talked about? viduals to live their lives in a manner early in the morning before other kids ObamaCare. You know, we discuss consistent with their religious beliefs. even get up and stand at a flag pole for ObamaCare and all the problems, the This administration has relentlessly an annual celebration called ‘‘See You cost and the rationing board and all of lambasted the religious freedom of at the Pole,’’ where students will gath- these things, but what’s left out of that hardworking Americans, threatening er to pray. It’s not a demonstration; discussion are some very, very impor- ruinous fines for noncompliance. And it’s not a declaration. It is just stu- tant points. again, companies such as Hobby Lobby,

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Mr. Speak- dom, has been awkwardly silent when an American citizen is wasting away in an Ira- Congressman FORTENBERRY, Con- er, tonight, as we talk about religious nian prison. gresswoman BLACK, and myself have freedom, it is especially appropriate For an entire year, my husband has faced put together a compendium of con- that this group is led by one Congress- threats and abuse daily by radicals in Evin science protections through legisla- man RANDY FORBES. Prison for refusing to deny his Christian tion. We’ve attempted many times to Mr. Speaker, I came into Congress faith. And still, President Obama has never get this up for a vote and passed approximately 11 years ago, and Mr. spoken a word about him. I am grateful for through the House and through the FORBES has been a prescient and noble congressional pressure, but I do hope that as Senate that would block many of these voice among us during that time. I a Nation we realize that if we do not collec- HHS mandates that come down from tively speak out against injustice it will truly believe that as long as there are only be a matter of time before all our chil- ObamaCare. So far we have not gotten men like RANDY FORBES in Congress dren will have to face what my children are the support from the other side of the that America will continue to be a facing today. aisle to get this done, but we will con- great and hopeful Nation. Mr. Speaker, the American people tinue until this is completed. would be outraged to truly know that Then, finally, military religious free- b 2015 the Obama administration has re- dom. We know that the military often- Mr. FORBES understands the impor- sponded with deafening silence when an times is a microcosm of what happens tance of religious freedom. He under- American father, husband, pastor, and in the demographics across America. stands that religious freedom is truly an American citizen, Mr. Speaker, was And today, religious freedom is under the cornerstone of all other freedoms. thrown into a harsh prison under an tremendous pressure. We have situa- I want to make sort of a layman’s oppressive regime for having the nerve tions where military members can no analysis of a quote sometime back to practice his Christian faith. The longer put a Bible out on their desk, from a great English statesman. He Obama administration should be ut- that somehow that’s offending someone said: terly ashamed of its disgusting failure and that’s breaking a statute or a law. Out of deep dark bondage arises great to speak out on behalf of Saeed Abedini You heard the recent case of Master faith. And that faith leads to great courage. and his precious family. No wonder the Sergeant Monk, who, because he And courage leads ultimately to freedom. wouldn’t champion something that was And freedom leads to abundance. And abun- oppressive Iranian regime holds the against his religious beliefs—closely dance leads to apathy. And apathy leads to Obama administration in such total de- held and taught by his own church—is dependence. And dependence leads back to rision as it arrogantly proceeds to bondage. now facing potential court-martial for build nuclear weapons with which to speaking out against that. The list That has been the litany so often of threaten the peace and security of the goes on and on, Mr. Speaker, of what’s great countries down through the ages, entire free world. happening, and it’s very recent. Mr. Speaker. I would just suggest to I hope that the American people will This is not your father’s military. you tonight that there is a solution to hold the Obama administration ac- This is not really the military you breaking that pattern. That is for us to countable for its absolutely criminal were in even 5 years ago. This is a new hold, as we are trying to do this silence in the face of such heartless in- military in which religious freedom is evening, to the great foundations of re- justice forced upon this beloved Amer- being pushed away and substituting ligious freedom. Because, as we so ican pastor, his innocent family, and so Washington’s morality, Washington’s clearly see in the insights of this great many others. faith—this administration’s faith—in- English statesman, that faith often- Mr. Speaker, on September 26, Saeed stead. times is the precursor to all other free- Abedini will have served in Iran’s harsh So with that, I do want to thank my doms. It is vitally important that we Evin Prison for an entire year. The ap- colleagues who are here tonight talk- protect it, and to fail to do so is to im- peal that Saeed Abedini just lost was ing about the important things. What peril our entire Nation. his last hope of being released under a could be more important than religious Mr. Speaker, I believe that’s exactly heartless and unjust Iranian judicial freedoms? I think many would say where we are in many places today. I system that still demands that he that’s the foundation, the basic founda- want to give one special example to- serve his 8-year sentence. Now, Saeed’s tion upon which this Nation was cre- night: wife, Naghmeh, is faced with ‘‘crushing ated and why many people have immi- Saeed Abedini is a United States cit- the child-like hope’’ she speaks of of grated over the centuries here and izen who has been imprisoned in Iran her two young children who have pa- many people even today continue to for exercising his Christian faith in a tiently ‘‘prayed in hope and expecta- immigrate to the United States be- manner that is both legal and pro- tion for their daddy’s swift return,’’ cause of its religious freedom. tected under Iranian law and inter- and telling them that it will be a very Let’s hold this dear. Let’s not let go national law. long time before they see their daddy of the First Amendment, the ability to A few days ago, the 36th branch of again. not only believe what you choose to be- the Tehran Court of Appeals confirmed Mr. Speaker, when I hear the words lieve in religion, but also to speak out Saeed Abedini’s prison sentence and he of Naghmeh Abedini and I roll them and express as well, even to take ac- is expected to serve the rest of the 8- over in my mind and I think of my own tion. All of these are fundamental and year sentence in a hostile Iranian pris- two little children at home, I am at very important. on. once heartbroken for the Abedini fam- So with that, I thank you again, Mr. The following statement is by ily and enraged at the lackadaisical at- FORBES, for the opportunity. Naghmeh Abedini, his wife and a resi- titude and silence of President Obama. Mr. FORBES. Dr. FLEMING, we thank dent of Idaho, in reaction to the news Iran has demonstrated an utter dis- you for your expertise in both the that Iran had upheld her husband’s regard for fundamental religious free- health care area and the military, and prison sentence. She said: dom by continuing to unjustly hold thanks for fighting this fight so well. When I learned that the Iranian Appeals Pastor Abedini, an American citizen, One of the truly great champions on Court confirmed Saeed’s 8-year imprison- Mr. Speaker—an American citizen—in religious freedom issues has been the ment I was heartbroken. As tears streamed a hellish Iranian prison for practicing chairman of the Judiciary Sub- down my face, I pondered how I could crush his faith. committee on the Constitution. He was the child-like hope with this news as my Iran’s tyrannical attempts to, in the actually selected as Christian States- children tightly closed their eyes and prayed words of Ronald Reagan, ‘‘stifle the in hope and expectation for their daddy’s man of the Year because he truly prac- swift return. freedom and muzzle the self-expression tices what he preaches, and we are de- Discouragement and disappointment of the people’’ have again been exposed lighted to have with us the gentleman washed over me. I was discouraged that after to the world after the imprisonment of from Arizona (Mr. FRANKS) tonight. a year of travel and numerous media inter- this beloved American pastor, who at

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I thank the gentleman single instance of oppressing religious arrows that should never be endured. from Texas for his words. freedom. Like SEAL Team 6, for example, those The Wall Street Journal has recently By relentlessly refusing to forget this heroic members that were put in written a big article about our next noble and gentle man, Pastor Saeed harm’s way in a situation they should speaker, about how hard he works for Abedini, we are upholding the sacred never have been put in in Afghanistan, constituents, but tonight he’s here to principle of international religious after SEAL Team 6 was outed as the work for the First Amendment and for freedom as a ‘‘first freedom’’ that, Mr. one that took out Osama bin Laden. freedom of religion. That is STEVE Speaker, is fundamental to all of hu- You can see the DVD, a recording of PEARCE from New Mexico. manity. the Ramp Ceremony. They have an Mr. PEARCE. I thank the gentleman Mr. FORBES. Congressman FRANKS, imam come up in his language and do we thank you for speaking out for this from Virginia for leading this discus- a Muslim prayer over the American sion. great pastor whose big sin was that he flag-draped caskets, and we know some loved children who did not have par- of those guys were devout Christians. Congress shall make no law respecting an ents and he loved his faith and his God. He says a prayer that when you get the establishment of religion or prohibiting the We just thank you for doing that. interpretation, basically it condemns free exercise thereof. Our next speaker is someone who has them to hell, that they will never de- Now, what would be in the minds of been recognized for a lot of things—his feat the Muslims, the followers of the people who wrote those words? It fight on the Judiciary Committee—but Allah. would do well to look at where they tonight he’s here to share and to stand It turns out today we see persecution came from. They came from countries up for First Amendment rights for reli- after persecution of Christians. When where kings ruled. The kings could tell gious freedom, LOUIE GOHMERT from you look at the underpinnings of this you what church you had to be in. Texas. Nation, it was Christians. About a They could tell you what you had to Congressman GOHMERT, thank you third of the people that signed the Dec- believe, what you had to profess. If it for being here. laration of Independence were ordained Mr. GOHMERT. Thank you, my dear conflicted with what you said, they had Christian ministers. the ultimate power over you. And so friend, RANDY FORBES, for all that you If you look at what drove Lincoln, it they came here to establish a new gov- do on behalf of religious freedom. I was coming closer and closer to a walk ernment. They wanted this Constitu- know it is not merely Christian free- with God. Some of the most powerful tion, this contract with the people and dom, but it is religious freedom, and it Christian messages ever delivered in- the government that said the govern- is under attack. When we look at what clude the second inaugural address of ment cannot bridge certain lines. And the Constitution says, I know it has al- Lincoln. Why? Because the Christian the establishment of religion and the ready been read, but so often we forget faith that he heard John Quincy Adams free practice thereof were protected. the first word. We just blow right past right down the hall talk about drove the first word of the First Amendment, him to come back into politics and to The gentleman from Virginia men- and that is that ‘‘Congress shall make get back involved to try to eliminate tioned early in his comments, there no law respecting an establishment of slavery. He knew that it was difficult was a young couple in Albuquerque, religion or prohibiting the free exercise for God to bless America when we were New Mexico, the State that I represent. thereof.’’ treating brothers and sisters by put- She had a way with cameras and start- Why was it that they singled out ting them in chains and bondage. ed a little in-home photography busi- Congress, because they mentioned The next big step toward true Chris- ness. Elaine Huguenin and her hus- States in some of the other amend- tian brotherhood and sisterhood in band, Jonathan, just wanted to give ex- ments. In the 10th Amendment, any- America came from Dr. Martin Luther pression. But they also wanted to de- thing that is not prohibited to the King, Jr. What was he? He was an or- fend their rights to believe what they States, that power is reserved to the dained Christian minister. And now did, so they made a pact between them- States and the people. within 50 years it has become only ac- selves that they would do nothing that So why is it that they singled out ceptable to persecute Christians. This compromised their faith, their reli- Congress? It is because this was in- administration and so many have gious beliefs. The Constitution protects tended for Congress and not for the taken a stand—yes, it is an outrage that. States. Because the people that voted that poisonous gas was used by anyone for these amendments knew that every in the Middle East, but you don’t hear b 2030 one of the States had some laws that the administration or others talking dealt with some aspect of Christianity, enough, including us in Congress, Very soon after establishing their whether it was the oath that was re- about the persecution of Christians. business, they had an inquiry from a quired to be taken, or in some cases, a One article here says ‘‘Syrian Rebels gay couple, asking that they photo- belief in Jesus Christ. There were all to Christians: Flee or Die,’’ an article graph their vows. The young couple in kinds of State and local university by Bob Unruh, who used to be with the the photography studio refused and laws that had to do with religion, and AP. He talks about the report. Over were surprised when they were taken that, if you wanted to be part of this, and over Christians were told, you ei- before the New Mexico Human Rights you had to believe this way. ther denounce your Christianity or die, Commission. They were equally sur- It was supposed to be a restriction on and we’ve done nothing about it. That prised when that commission found Congress. We’ve gotten so far afield was written in June. they had no rights of religion in this from that now we think that we are We have an article September 9. The country. The New Mexico Human not allowed to even bring up a hymn village of Maaloula has been taken Rights Commission said that you are here in Congress. Whereas, my friend over by Syrian rebels associated with guilty of violating a different law, one RANDY FORBES knows, and TRENT al Qaeda, who have stormed the Chris- that did not comport with the Con- FRANKS—you all know, right down the tian center and offered local Christians stitution. They fined them $6,000. The hall the man who coined the phrase a choice—conversion or death—as they young couple appealed to the New Mex- ‘‘separation of church and State,’’ screamed ‘‘Allah Akbar.’’ ico appeals courts, and just recently, Thomas Jefferson, as President came Well, there is too much persecution the New Mexico Court of Appeals found to church every Sunday he was in of Christianity. That was never sup- also that they were in violation—a Washington, and on some occasions he posed to be the case. That was what so court of appeals in this country igno- brought the Marine band to play the many said would be the salvation of rant of what the Constitution protects.

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Doctors God We Trust.’’ A few years ago, when tinue to impact our constituents as who are opposed to abortion fear that they opened the Visitors Center, they well as the American people. this government is going to tell them tried to take that phrase out of it. We know that we are still in the what they must do in violation of their Members of the Prayer Caucus came midst of a very sluggish economic re- consciences. here and stood, and because of that it’s covery and that the American worker Are we, the American people, sup- now written and engraved in the walls has fallen behind relative to the posi- posed to stand by? I think not. I think over there. We believe that, if you can tion that that worker was in coming it’s time for us all—not just Congress, engrave it there and if you can engrave out of World War II and through the not just your Representatives, but all— it here, we can engrave it once again in sixties and the seventies, into the to raise their voices and speak out the hearts of the people in this coun- eighties and the nineties. This is a against a government that is too try. matter of urgent concern to the mem- strong and that has forgotten its limi- I want to thank you for the time that bers of the Congressional Black Cau- tations written into that Constitution, you’ve allowed us today. I want to cus, and it should be a matter of urgent especially under the First Amend- thank the majority leader for yielding concern to everyone who is a Member ment—protecting our free exercise of us this time. I want to thank our of this august body. Part of the dete- religion. Speak with us. Stand up and Founders for giving us this great right rioration of the American worker, I be- speak with us. of freedom of religion, and my prayer lieve, empirically can be shown to be Mr. FORBES. I thank the gentleman and our prayer tonight is that the directly related to the deterioration of for his words tonight. American people will be wise enough to unionized membership here in this My dear friend from Virginia, Con- keep it. great country. So we will explore those gressman GRIFFITH, we are glad to have With that, I yield back the balance of topics. you with us tonight for your com- my time. We are a week removed from the ments. f Labor Day celebration, and we are also Mr. GRIFFITH of Virginia. I am so a few weeks removed from the 50th an- THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAU- glad to be with you this evening. niversary of the March on Washington, CUS—AFRICAN AMERICANS AND So many people in Washington and in a march that was projected as one both THE LABOR MOVEMENT other parts of the country believe that for jobs and for freedom. We often focus it was the intent of the Founding Fa- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. on the civil rights aspect of the thers to bleach from our society our re- WEBER of Texas). Under the Speaker’s march—and it produced some tremen- ligious beliefs, and you have heard oth- announced policy of January 3, 2013, dous pieces of legislation—but the ers speak this evening that that is not the gentleman from New York (Mr. March on Washington was also about the case. In particular, I would like to JEFFRIES) is recognized for 60 minutes jobs and economic opportunity, and it share with you, in the short time that as the designee of the minority leader. was put together with the significant we have remaining, the words of Thom- GENERAL LEAVE assistance of the organized labor move- as Jefferson from that famous letter to Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I ask ment here in America. the Danbury, Connecticut, Baptists, unanimous consent that all Members I’ve been joined by several distin- because everybody focuses on one be given 5 days to revise and extend guished colleagues, Members of the phrase and not the entire letter. their remarks. House of Representatives, but also of He opens with salutations to the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there members of the class of 2012—this won- Danbury, Connecticut, Baptists, and objection to the request of the gen- derful freshman class. I believe the then begins the meat of the letter: tleman from New York? first speaker will be the distinguished Believing with you that religion is a mat- There was no objection. gentleman—my good friend from the ter which lies solely between man and his Mr. JEFFRIES. It is an honor and a other side of the Hudson River, the al- God, that he owes account to none other for privilege, Mr. Speaker, to once again ways nattily dressed—Representative his faith or his worship, that the legitimate have this opportunity to stand here on Donald Payne, Jr. powers of government reach actions only and the floor of the House of Representa- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I would not opinions, I contemplate with sovereign reverence that act of the whole American tives and to anchor the CBC Special like to thank the gentleman from New people which declared that their legislature Order where, for the next 60 minutes, York for that kind introduction and for should ‘‘make no law respecting an estab- members of the Congressional Black his consistent leadership on the CBC’s lishment of religion or prohibiting the free Caucus have an opportunity to speak Special Order hours. Tonight’s topic is exercise thereof,’’ thus building a wall of sep- directly to the American people on an ‘‘African Americans and the Labor aration between church and State. Adhering issue of great significance to us, which Movement.’’ It is an American story. to this expression of the supreme will of the is the future of the organized labor Historically, union members have Nation in behalf of the rights of conscience, movement and how that relates to the played a critical role in the civil rights I shall see with sincere satisfaction the struggles of the past, and the involve- progress of those sentiments which tend to economic viability of the African restore to man all his natural rights, con- American community and to America ment continues today. When Dr. Mar- vinced he has no natural right in opposition as a whole. tin Luther King was jailed for civil dis- to his social duties. Now, today, we’ve all just returned obedience, it was unions and union Now, the next paragraph—the closing from the August recess. We are here members who came to the legal and fi- paragraph—of the letter is very in- back at the Capitol, and of course we’re nancial aid of Dr. King. African Amer- structive because the man who some in the midst of a very robust period of ican workers have played a pivotal role now say wanted to bleach religion out deliberation as it relates to the admin- in strengthening our unions and our ends the letter as President of the istration’s request for us to grant au- economy. The path to the middle class United States as follows: thorization for this country to strike for African Americans has always been I reciprocate your kind prayers for the pro- militarily against Syria for what ap- through union jobs. What we see is an tection and blessing of the common Father pears to be the use of chemical weap- erosion of that dream. People’s ways of and Creator of man, and tender you for your- ons, which is in violation of inter- life—what they’re used to, the levels at selves and your religious association, assur- national law, against the Syrian peo- which they’re used to living—are erod- ances of my high respect and esteem. ple. That debate will play itself out ing. It is because there is an attack on Obviously, it was never his intent to over the next few days and, perhaps, organized labor in this country, for bleach out of our society religion, and even the next few weeks; but while we there are forces within this Nation

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It the floor now to Representative JOYCE life—to live the American Dream. To was the only African American com- BEATTY. own a home, to feed their children, to pany of its kind in the United States of Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, it is a send them to school, to take care of America at that time, and I was proud great honor for me to join and thank their parents, to have health care, job to work there because my vocation was my colleague, Mr. JEFFRIES, for leading security has all been through labor. We printing in school. So I was very glad the Congressional Black Caucus’ im- stand here today and count the count- to go there and work in that atmos- portant discussion on achieving eco- less number of times that the labor phere. nomic security through the labor movement has been there for us in But as a 20-year-old does sometimes movement. America. This is a kinship that you when you’re young and you make mis- Labor unions played an important can expect from a fellow union mem- takes, I was fired by that company. role in the civil rights movement. ber. The owner of the company that fired Today, the labor movement continues I have been in two unions in my life- me was my uncle. My father was the to be an important issue for African time. Yes, I’m a Member of Congress hearing officer against me, and my Americans, just as important as it was today, but there have been times in my grandfather was a witness against me. 50 years ago during the March on life during which I’ve worked hourly Let me say that no one knows how Washington for Jobs and Freedom. jobs, and it was because of the unions I important it is to be represented, be- The labor unions and civil rights was able to get a living wage and have cause the union got my job back. In groups share the struggles of fighting the resources to raise my family. So I spite of everything that I was up for better pay and equal rights. The don’t come to you, preaching to you, against, the union got my job back. I overall goal of this movement remains not knowing how it is to have to get up stand here to let you know I under- the same. We must invest in education, every morning and punch a clock and stand what it is to be represented first- fair wages, and workers’ rights. We look for overtime and hope that you hand. must continue to fight for those in our can get it in order to increase the Mr. Speaker, the people of this coun- community who are denied economic wages that you bring home. The rea- try and this great State of New Jersey opportunity and equality. Labor unions sons to support unions are clear. Union deserve a wage that they can live on. are at the forefront of these endeavors. workers are more likely to have health Several months ago, colleagues of They ensure the gains that workers insurance and are more likely to have mine in the Congressional Black Cau- have made in the past are maintained pension plans. Receiving this preventa- cus took the SNAP challenge and we and that workers’ rights will be pro- tive care now helps lower health care lived on what a person would have to tected in the future. Union members costs later. live on for a day and try to make ends have played a critical role in the civil Let me also say something about the meet and eat. It was an eye-opening ex- rights movement, and their involve- Affordable Care Act at this point in perience. I had two bottles of water, a ment continues today. time. It is a great piece of legislation. microwave macaroni and cheese, and a Historically, the path of the middle It will go down in history just as Social half a can of tuna fish is what I had for class for African Americans was Security, Medicare and Medicaid have a day. So if we think people are living through a union job, and today unions changed this country, because I can see well on $4.17 a day, then you have an- continue to provide African Americans the goal line. It’s going to take some other thought coming. with economic security. You see, 13.3 time to get there, and, yes, it will have People need to have a living wage. percent of all union jobs in the United to be tweaked and looked at and We know what it costs to live in this States are African American, despite changed in some areas; but it is a mon- Nation. We will continue as the CBC, African Americans only making up 11.4 umental piece of legislation that is as a group, to voice our opinion and be percent of the overall domestic work- going to change health care in this Na- heard on these issues that impact our force. African American union jobs tion for millions of people who have districts, our States, and our Nation. earn up to $10,000, or 31 percent, more never had health care. To my fellow Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank my good per year than nonunion workers. Americans, that lowers the costs for all friend from New Jersey for those very If we really want to rebuild Amer- of you, because you pay for people who insightful and thoughtful observations. ica’s middle class, we need strong do not have health care. I think the organized labor move- unions. Labor unions play a major role ment has a pretty simple objective in in our economy and on behalf of work- b 2045 that a hard day’s work should be com- ers. The essence of what labor unions So now you will have millions of pensated by a good day’s pay; and any- do is to provide workers with a strong Americans paying into their own sys- body that works hard to provide for voice so they receive a fair share of the tem which lowers the cost for you. their family should be able to take care economic growth that they help create. Today, labor unions are still at the of their family, possibly even with a They have always been an important forefront of improving equality in the solidly middle class existence. That player in making sure that the econ- workplace. Right now in New Jersey, seems like that is consistent with the omy works for all Americans. we’re fighting to raise the minimum idea of who we are as a country. We, of Labor unions have paved the way for wage. Despite overwhelming support by course, right now have a minimum middle class people, for millions of the people of New Jersey, the Governor wage that is so low—$7.25 an hour— American workers, and pioneered bene- of New Jersey vetoed a bill that would that you can work 40 hours a week and fits such as paid health care and pen- have raised the minimum wage to $8.25. a family of four will still fall below the sions along the way. Even today, union But our workers will not be deterred. poverty line. workers still maintain more benefits This November, New Jerseyans will We’ve seen income inequality reach and job protection than nonunion have the chance to right that ship at levels that are as bad as they were dur- workers. the ballot box and raise the minimum ing the Great Depression. Part of the Union jobs continue to offer higher wage for millions of workers. reason for these economic phenomena salaries, pensions, health care, and In Jersey City, the second largest clearly have to do with the decline of benefits that give families the eco- city in the State, in my district, it is Americans and their participation in nomic security that they deserve, the expected the city will require paid sick the workforce as union members. It’s security to be able to send their chil- leave to all workers. This is important something that we just have to con- dren to college or trade schools. I know to our workers and to our economy be- front here in this country in deciding this firsthand because my dad was a

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It’s now my honor Unionized workers are more likely to In central Ohio, the Third Congres- and my privilege to yield such time as receive paid leave, have employer-pro- sional District of Ohio that I represent, he may consume to the gentleman vided health insurance, and to partici- labor unions are strong and a signifi- from Texas, MARC VEASEY. pate in employer-provided pension cant part of the community. During b 2100 plans. They reduce wage inequality by my August recess, I had the oppor- raising wages for low- and middle-wage tunity to visit the Sheet Metal Work- Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, Mr. workers and blue-collar workers with- ers Union, Local 24, located in Colum- JEFFRIES, thank you very much for out a college degree. And they raise bus, Ohio. I also had the opportunity to having us here to talk about the impor- wages of unionized workers by roughly have a labor town hall meeting where I tance of wages and labor unions in our 20 percent and raise compensation, in- had the opportunity to speak. Whether country. I want to thank my friend cluding both wages and benefits, by it’s a teacher educating our children, a from the Empire State of New York for about 28 percent. skilled tradesman improving our infra- putting this together. This is very im- Today, the labor movement is an im- structure, police and first responders portant and very timely as we try to portant tool for African Americans keeping us safe, electric workers, those pull our country out of the economic and, as unions, continue to play a piv- working in transportation, the Postal glut that it was in, as we are turning otal role in both securing legislative Service, nurses, automotive workers, things around and we’re getting job labor protections, such as safety and local, State, Federal, and municipal numbers back and things seem to be health, overtime, family and medical government employees, these individ- getting better slowly but surely. But leave, and making sure that those uals assist us every day and their work we want to make sure, as things get rights are enforced on the job. improves our communities and our better, people have a living wage, one Labor unions are critically vital to local economy. where they can earn a good salary and the African American community’s It is so important for us to come here have dignity and respect and be able to economic security. They have been his- today as Members of Congress and, yes, feed their families and take care of torically and will continue to be in the as members of the Congressional Black them. future. African American union work- Caucus. Let me tell you why. In our I was listening to the gentleman ers’ earnings are nearly 24 percent current economic climate, unions are from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE) talk higher than nonunion counterparts, more important than ever before. We about his life when he was growing up and labor unions provide key bar- need fair wages. We need a higher min- and the importance that labor unions gaining power by organizing the work- imum wage. As our economy continues played in his life. I can tell you, when ers to negotiate an agreement with to recover from the worst recession in I was in high school, that I worked at management. This agreement covers 80 years, many workers are experi- a grocery store and it was a union gro- things such as a safe place to work, de- encing decreased wages, forcing them cery store, probably the only one in the cent wages, and fringe benefits. to spend their savings or try to figure Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. I re- Unionized workers are 28 percent out how to make ends meet. member, we had benefits. We had time more likely to be covered by employer- Yes, unions are a vital part of our so- and a half. We were paid extra on holi- provided health insurance and are al- ciety and so important as we continue days. We were young people, but we most 54 percent more likely to have to rebuild America. We must ensure were allowed to make a little extra employer-provided pensions and are that workers can retire with dignity. money. No one got rich off it, but at more likely to receive paid leave. We must preserve the ideals and the least when we were working extra on Fifty years ago, the March on Wash- principles of the middle class. We must those days that people would normally ington was led with a labor message to make sure that we preserve the values have off, when we worked those extra increase economic security. Today we of that civil rights movement 50 years hours during the summer and when must work together to continue that ago and that labor movement that de- school was out, we were compensated charge. Working people need the col- fines our country. When unions are for it and compensated for it fairly. I lective voice and bargaining power strong and able to provide a voice to am really proud of that. unions provide to keep employers from American workers, our communities, Also, thinking back to my childhood, making the workplace look as it did in our States, and our Nation grows. I often think about the people who the past. So tonight I say ‘‘thank you’’ to all would come over to our house and play Unions are vital in ensuring that cor- my friends in labor, because you are dominoes and cards on Friday and Sat- porations do not focus on creating prof- making us have a better America. urday night, and when the men would its at the expense of their employees. Mr. JEFFRIES. Thank you, Con- talk about trying to uplift themselves African Americans are serving in key gresswoman BEATTY, for those very and getting that better job and better leadership roles in the larger labor comprehensive, thoughtful, and in- salary, and the companies that they movement. Arlene Holt Baker cur- sightful remarks, and for pointing out, often talked about. rently serves as the AFL–CIO’s execu- of course, the historic connection be- How do you get on there? That was a tive vice president, and Lee A. Saun- tween the struggle for civil rights here saying back then: Do you have a friend ders serves as the president of in America and the organized labor that can get me on over there? When AFSCME. movement. people were talking about getting on Today, labor unions are still on the Of course we know that A. Philip someplace that had a good salary, it forefront of efforts to ensure that the Randolph was very central in the 1963 was a place that had a union. It was a gains of the past are maintained and March on Washington, that great labor place that had one of our labor forces that those who fight for our dignity leader who, in 1937, formed the Broth- fighting for good wages, fighting so and equality continue to march on. erhood of Sleeping Car Porters. A. your family could have health care in- I encourage my colleagues in Con- Philip Randolph once made this obser- surance, fighting so your family could gress to continue to honor the tradi- vation: have dental insurance, and just basic tions of the Davis-Bacon wage protec- The essence of trade unionism is social up- things like that that so many people tions that have helped cement labor lift. The labor movement traditionally has take for granted every day, but it cer- agreements and other fair practices been the haven for the dispossessed, the de- tainly helped shape the person that I that have helped the African American spised, the neglected, the downtrodden, and am today. community and all Americans achieve the poor. A strong labor force is the key to prosperity and economic security. He echoed those words several dec- economic security. Labor unions have And as we think about what tran- ades ago, but I think they ring true historically sought to fight for work- spired last month with the March on

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The Caulker’s Association counted in States all across the country. is, and I’ll close out with this: Frederick Douglass, who worked as a For African Americans, labor unions As I’ve said many times and believe with caulker in Baltimore, as one of its continue to be vitally important be- all my heart, the coalition that can have the members. cause they are committed to maintain- greatest impact in the circle for human dig- After the end of the Civil War, 4 mil- ing the hard-fought gains of oppor- nity here in America is that of the Negro and lion former slaves were set free. Afri- tunity and equality. Since their incep- the forces of labor because their forces are so tion, labor unions have helped African closely intertwined. can Americans who were freed found it very difficult to find work because of Americans fight for equal rights and Mr. Speaker, Mr. JEFFRIES, thank racial tension. They were often used by equal pay and safe working conditions. you very much for this time. Let’s con- White employers as strikebreakers so Now, African Americans are more like- tinue to march on. ly than any other group to be a union Mr. JEFFRIES. Thank you, Rep- that their businesses could continue to operate while White employees were on member and earn more than 30 percent resentative VEASEY, for your very elo- more than their nonunion counter- quent thoughts and observations. strike. Well, as time went on, by 1902, at the parts. Labor unions will continue to be Of course, we understood that Dr. a vital part of our economy, and we King was very close with organized turn of the century, more than 40 na- tional unions didn’t have any members, must do all that we can to ensure that labor, with 1199 in New York, with the the labor movement thrives with the retail workers, and a variety of other not a single one, who were African American. But as the quest for civil same intensity as it did 60 years ago. unions. And of course on that tragic I urge my friends in labor to continue rights began in earnest, African Ameri- day down in Memphis, Tennessee, when their work. It is appreciated. I recently he was assassinated in 1968, he was cans would soon find a home—a good visited the A. Philip Randolph Insti- there in support of striking Black sani- home—with labor unions all across the tute. Ms. Clayola Brown is the presi- tation workers, so he leaves behind a country. dent. I went to their dinner just a few tremendous legacy. Part of that leg- By the 1930s, the Congress of Indus- days ago here in Washington, and I acy, of course, includes standing up for trial Organizations welcomed everyone wanted to commend them publicly for the rights of workers to organize and and counted both Blacks and Whites as the work they are doing. I thank them fight for decent wages and health care members and was among the most inte- for invoking the name of A. Philip and a pension. These are all things that grated organizations in the United Randolph who, as Mr. JEFFRIES said Dr. King would advocate for were he States at that time. By 1945, more than earlier, founded the Brotherhood of around today. half a million African Americans were Sleeping Car Porters. We have been joined by one of the members of unions that comprised the Let me also recognize the important leaders of the CBC, someone who was a Congress of Industrial Organizations. work of the Coalition of Black Trade distinguished civil rights attorney Labor unions played a critical role— Unionists, headed by my good friend prior to his arrival here in the Con- we’ve heard that tonight—in the civil Bill Lucy, who was secretary-treasurer gress and a judge, and now he serves as rights movement, and served as one of AFSCME for many years. And now vice chair in the Congressional Black means by which African Americans the Reverend Terry Melvin is carrying Caucus, one of the most eloquent could fight for civil rights and fair pay on the work of Bill Lucy. So I thank voices in the CBC, and I am pleased to and safe working conditions. my friends in labor and urge them to yield the floor to the gentleman from Mr. Speaker, we recently celebrated continue the great work that they are North Carolina (Mr. BUTTERFIELD) the 50th anniversary of the March on doing in this country. Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Thank you, very Washington for Jobs and Freedom. On Mr. JEFFRIES, I thank you for yield- much, Mr. JEFFRIES, for those very August 28, 1963, more than 300,000 peo- ing me this time and for your leader- kind words and thank you for yielding ple, including myself, witnessed the ship. me time this evening to talk about this call for civil and economic rights for b 2115 African Americans. And on that hot very important subject. Mr. JEFFRIES, Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- your leadership on this issue, the issue day in August, we heard Dr. Martin Lu- ther King, Jr., deliver his historic ‘‘I guished gentleman from North Caro- involving strong labor unions and lina for those observations and for your Have a Dream’’ speech. The march was bringing American jobs back to Amer- continued leadership here in the Con- one of the largest rallies for civil rights ican workers is so critically important, gress. and for that we appreciate your leader- in the history of our country, and it I would ask the Speaker how much ship. was organized in large part—I want to time is remaining on this Special Mr. Speaker, the economic success of make this point—it was organized in Order. the United States is something that large part by labor unions, including The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- other nations every day try to emu- the Amalgamated Clothing Workers tleman from New York has 15 minutes late. The success of our country is not and the United Auto Workers. remaining. because of us here in Congress, the pol- The large role labor unions played in Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, one of icymakers, but it is because of the hard organizing the March on Washington the things that’s been troubling to me work of so many Americans who helped cemented their place in history in pro- and to many of the people that I rep- build a strong and resilient Nation. viding for racial and economic equal- resent back home in Brooklyn and The role of African Americans has ity. parts of Queens has been to witness the been particularly important over the In 2012, more than 14 million people attack on organized labor, on unions years. The role African Americans were members of a labor union. But all across the country. Particularly in played in the early economic success of you know what? That is down from al- 2011, 2012, we witnessed it in Wisconsin, our country is one that is not well most 18 million 30 years ago. That is we witnessed it in Ohio, taking place in known to some people, but it was so very sad. Why is that? other parts of the country. vital to building the world power that The U.S. economy and Federal and And I think that it’s unfortunate we are today. Even before the Civil State laws have changed since the hey- that there are some forces out here in War, Black Americans were critical in day of industrial manufacturing where the country determined to crush the helping to build ships and other sea- unions could organize with relative ability of the American worker to or- going vessels that were used to move ease. Jobs that once required a human ganize and fight collectively for a de- agricultural goods and equipment to being are now being performed by a cent way of life. the growing Nation by serving as machine. Good paying American jobs And I think it’s important to point caulkers, a job that was dominated by have been relocated overseas where out some of the reasons why all Ameri- African Americans. labor is cheap and working conditions cans should be thankful for unions and

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We and Representative MARC VEASEY, I sition, as middle class America or should be thankful because of workers’ thought about the experience of myself working families; it’s put us in a worse compensation, there to provide a safety and my own family, growing up in position. net for folks who are injured on the Brooklyn to two parents in a working And we saw the attacks in Wisconsin, job. class neighborhood in Crown Heights. and we saw the attacks on collective We should be thankful because we My parents were married in April of bargaining in Ohio that the folks had now have the presence, as a result, in 1967. At the time they got married, to roll back after the people of Ohio significant part, of the organized labor they were both members of the Social rose up in opposition. movement, for unemployment insur- Service Employees Union, SSEU, which I was proud, as a member of the ance. subsequently became Local 371 and DC State legislature at the time, in 2012, We should of course be thankful be- 37. But they were both SSEU members. to support the effort to unionize by a cause many Americans, as a result of They got married in April of 1967. group of very courageous cable workers the efforts of organized labor, enjoy And just a short while thereafter, the in Brooklyn. Organized by the Commu- pensions, increasingly under assault, union decided to go out on strike be- nication Workers of America, they increasingly being taken away, but cause they were fighting for improved voted, in the face of significant pres- pensions have provided a vehicle for re- conditions, both for the workers and sure to the contrary, to join the union tirement security important to the for the clients that Social Service and to organize a chapter in order to American way of life and standard of workers served. fight for better wages and for stronger living. My parents, newlyweds at the time, health care and the possibility of a bet- We should be thankful to organized confronted what I imagine was an ex- ter retirement. labor because it fought for employer tremely difficult decision: Do we strike Unfortunately, the courageous na- health care insurance coverage, some- with our union brothers and sisters, ture of those workers has not been met thing that many folks in this country even though we’ll have no possible with a negotiated contract. The collec- still don’t have, and that’s one of the means of providing for ourselves, and tive bargaining process has failed them reasons why I strongly support the Af- we don’t know how long we’ll be out of to date. In fact, more than 20 of them fordable Care Act, an effort to correct work, or do we cross that picket line in were unceremoniously terminated ear- that inequity that exists in America. defiance of the collective action of the lier this year, and they were only But the fact that many employers do SSEU workers who went out on strike? brought back in the face of tremendous I’m proud that my parents joined provide health insurance is an out- pressure by public servants at all levels with their union brothers and sisters growth that resulted from, in large of government. and went out on strike. And as I look measure, the effort of organized labor. But more than 18 months later, from back at that decision, it’s a lot of rea- We should be thankful to organized the moment in which they voted to son for me and for my brother and for labor because of the presence of whis- join the union, they still are in limbo. our family to be thankful, because tleblower protection laws that give, in They have no contract, and in many when I think about it, in 1973, my many instances, workers the capacity ways, their lives have been turned up- younger brother was born with some to identify something that’s wrong, side down. In fact, every other worker heart difficulty, and I’m confident, and to be able to move forward and re- in the company that employed these looking back on it, that it was that veal it, often, in some instances, when union-negotiated health care that cable workers has been granted a sub- public funds are being squandered or helped our family get through what stantial raise, while these individuals the law is being broken; to reveal a was otherwise a very difficult time. remain in limbo. wrong without having to have the same We’re hopeful that we can do better, And my brother’s alive and well and level of fear that retaliation would doing wonderful things as a professor that we can bring the NLRB back to take place as a result of simply doing at Ohio State University right now. life, that it can serve as an objective the right thing. And then in 1980, my parents bought entity to regulate the relationship be- We should be thankful to organized their first and only home in Crown tween the workforce and employers labor because it fought for sexual har- Heights, the home that my brother and across America. assment laws designed to allow the I grew up in, the home that they still There are a lot of employers who workforce to be an environment where live in back in Brooklyn right now. want to do the right thing. We should men and women could exist without And it was that union-negotiated sal- encourage that because it’s good for fear of inappropriate behavior poi- ary that helped them put together the America. And in this economic recov- soning the atmosphere. We still have a money to make the down payment and ery that we have right now, there are a long way to go in that regard, but to pay the mortgage all of these years. lot of companies that are doing pretty we’ve got some good laws on the books Then in 1988, it was time for me to go well. But there are a lot of workers designed to protect against repulsive off to college. And one of the reasons who are still struggling. behavior in the workforce. why I was able to come out of college One of the things that I think we Lastly, we should be thankful, and relatively debt-free is because my have to confront here in the Congress this in no way is an exhaustive list, mother borrowed against her union-ne- is the fact that we have a very schizo- just a representative sample, but we gotiated pension in order to send her phrenic economic recovery. The stock should be thankful for holiday pay, children to college. market is way up, corporate profit’s thankful that organized labor fought And so the organized labor movement way up, the productivity of the Amer- for the opportunity for many Ameri- never has to worry about whether I’m ican worker is way up, yet, unemploy- cans to be able to enjoy Thanksgiving going to stand up for them because ment remains stubbornly high, and or Christmas or New Year’s or other they’ve always stood up for me and so wages remain stagnant. holidays with their families, still have many others just like me, as we heard How can that be when corporate an opportunity to be compensated as a from my colleagues in the freshman America is doing so well, when inves- result of the ability to get certain holi- class here in the Congress. And that’s tors in the stock market are doing so days, perhaps most significantly, the simply representative of stories that so well, when objective measures show Fourth of July, where we celebrate the many folks across America could that the productivity of the American birthday of this great Nation—off in re- share. worker has increased significantly? membrance of who we are and where Now, unfortunately, we know that But the American worker, in terms we need to go in this country. organized labor is under attack. About of their ability to live and pursue the

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As we fight The ladders to prosperity that Myers, Ran- Schaitberger as friends and I am like all our way through sequestration and dolph and King spoke of are still inaccessible Houstonians proud of how that serve the fire deal with the debt ceiling and the po- to many in our society—whether they are Afri- fighting community and our city as true self- tential default, God forbid, that we can American or another race or ethnicity. less public servants. have to confront next month, and we Many of my colleagues on the other side of The most important thing to remember work our way, deliberatively, through the aisle speak of disbanding labor unions and about unions is wrapped up in the answer to the question of whether a military limiting collective bargaining rights. one question—What does labor want? Samuel strike in Syria is appropriate, let’s not I proudly stand with our labor allies to fight Gompers—Founder of the American Federa- forget the fact that what makes Amer- these efforts because I know weakened orga- tion of Labor provided the answer: ica great is the capacity for people to nized labor means continued erosion of the More. We want more school houses and less work hard, to purchase a home, to middle class. jails; more books and less arsenals; more raise their family in safety, in secu- The Members of the Congressional Black learning and less vice; more constant work rity, with the ability to live a life Caucus will continue to oppose devastating and less crime; more leisure and less greed; where they provide for themselves and cuts to programs that will only increase eco- more justice and less revenge; in fact, more for their families and are able to hand nomic despair. of the opportunities to cultivate our better Together we will continue to propose and natures, to make manhood more noble, wom- to a generation of Americans that anhood more beautiful and childhood more come behind them, hopefully, an Amer- support policies that create economic oppor- happy and bright. These in brief are the pri- ica that is more prosperous, not less tunity for all people rather than for a select mary demands made by the Trade Unions in prosperous. few. the name of labor. These are the demands Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I join in b 2130 made by labor upon modern society and in support of my colleagues Representatives their consideration is involved the fate of We in the CBC believe that the best HAKEEM JEFFRIES and STEVEN HORSFORD in civilization. (1893) way to get there is not to continue to leading tonight’s Congressional Black Caucus Quote: Martin Luther King: attack organized labor but to recognize Special Order on the topic of Achieving Eco- Unless man [and women are] . . . com- what it has done for this country and nomic Security Through the Labor Movement. mitted to the belief that all mankind are to strengthen organized labor as we I want to offer special recognition for the [our sisters and] . . . brothers, then [we] . . . move forward. men and women of labor who are dedicated to labor . . . in vain and hypocritically in the With that, I yield back the balance of the working people of the 18th Congressional vineyards of equality. my time. District and the Greater Houston area. The right to earn a living wage, to work in Ms. FUDGE. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank I began my remarks with a special tribute to safe conditions, to enjoy a forty hour work my colleagues Congressmen JEFFRIES and one of the greatest labor leaders that I have week, have health care, be free of discrimina- HORSFORD for once again leading the Con- known and to honor the memory of Ronnie tion, have sick leave, receive overtime pay, gressional Black Caucus Special Order Hour. Raspberry of Houston, Texas. He passed have a pension, be free of sexual harassment African Americans have had a long history away in April of this year, and he will be re- have holiday pay and enjoy countless other with the labor movement. membered as a champion of working people, protections comes as direct result of what Within the labor community, African Ameri- one of the great community leaders in the cit- Unions mean to working men and women of cans joined with individuals of other races to ies of Houston and Harris in Texas. this nation. advance efforts to create ladders to prosperity People like Harris Country AFL–CIO Council Some would have you believe that the work- in an environment of economic and racial dis- President E. Dale Wortham, IBEW, Local 716, ing life of men and women is just the way it crimination. Secretary-Treasurer Richard C. Shaw, Steven is—but in truth it is what the blood, sweat and In the 1800s, such efforts led to African Flores, a member of the Latino Labor Leader- tears of working people made it to be. American union visionaries, such as Isaac ship Council, Tawn E. MacDonald, CWA, Labor Day is celebrated in recognition of the Myers, who realized the collective power of Af- Local 6222, Houston Chapter and Coalition of toil and trials that millions of workers endured rican Americans within the Trade Union move- Labor Union Women (CLUW), Zeph Cappo, before they earned the right to collective bar- ment. gaining and with that right the power to Under Myers, an organized group of ship Labor Council for Latin American Advance- change the fate of working people for genera- caulkers purchased and operated the Chesa- ment (LCLAA) and Scott Vinson, with the Coa- tions. The fruits of their effort extended to peake Marine Railway and Dry Dock Com- lition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU), and those in management as well as the poorest pany in Baltimore. Gayle Fallon, President—Houston Federation Within months, the cooperative employed of Teachers improve the lives of working peo- of the poor. 300 African American caulkers and received ple in the city of Houston. Unions are the reason that the basic stand- several government contracts. This list is not complete with a special men- ard of living in the United States has risen, Nearly 100 years later, A. Phillip Randolph tion of Houston Educational Support Per- without the protection of unions advocating the would organize the Brotherhood of Sleeping sonnel Union President Wretha Thomas who behalf of workers those gains would be com- Car Porters. works with local school bus drivers to be sure pletely lost. Randolph was instrumental in uniting the Af- that their rights are included when district ne- During the last Congress I introduced the rican American Civil Rights community and the gotiate labor agreements. New Jobs for America Act, that directs the labor movement with the shared ideals of col- I want to say a word about Clyde Fitzgerald Secretary of Labor to make grants to state lective prosperity and economic security. who was appointed to the Port of Houston Au- and local governments and Indian tribes to Randolph proposed a 1941 March on Wash- thority Commission by Harris County in June carry out employment training programs to aid ington that heavily influenced the economic 2013. I cannot complete the Us of outstanding unemployed individuals in securing employ- and social themes echoed by Bayard Rustin, labor leaders in Houston with mentioning ment in a new area of expertise, particularly in Martin Luther King, Jr., and others who were Dean E. Corgey who was appointed to the emerging markets and industries instrumental in making the 1963 March on Port of Houston Authority Commission in Jan- I also co-sponsored the American Jobs Act Washington a success. uary 2013. He represents the City of Houston, of 2011 which would have provided tax relief During celebrations of the 50th anniversary and serves on the Community Relations and for American workers and businesses, to put of the March on Washington last month, we Pension and Benefits Committees. workers back on the job while rebuilding and recalled the message of social and economic John Bland with the Transport Workers modernizing America, and to provide path- justice that union leaders spoke of in 1963. Union (AFL–CIO) and leader of Coalition of ways back to work for Americans looking for Dr. King was noted for saying, ‘‘it’s not Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) is doing out- jobs. enough to have a right to sit at a lunch standing job as well. I supported the Job Opportunities Between counter if you can’t afford to buy a meal.’’ My thanks to the unions that represents our Shores Act or JOBS Act that Amends the This message echoed the call of labor lead- Houston’s First responders. I want to recog- Workforce Investment Act of 1998 to direct the ers who asked ‘‘what good is it to be able to nize Houston Police Officers Union President Secretary of Labor to make grants to or enter serve at the counter when you can’t afford to Ray Hunt and the Immediate Past President into contracts with eligible entities to carry out buy a meal?’’ J.J. Berry. demonstration and pilot projects that provide

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These Texas accounted for nearly 13 percent of such were held down because they were women, are not isolated facts, when unions are strong workers across the country, the data showed. black, Hispanic, Native American, Asian, or and able to represent the people who want to My thanks to my colleagues’ Representa- poor. join them, these gains spread throughout the tives HAKEEM JEFFRIES and STEVEN HORSFORD It is not a crime if you sweat when you work economy and the overall community. for hosting this important special order. for a living and we should end the practice of Unions are not just good for workers. They Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in dividing how workers are treated based on are the best friend that a successful business support of the working people of this great Na- how they earn a living. can have. When workers form unions they are tion. Fannie Lou Hamer Quotes: able to boost wages, which helps attract and My fellow members of the Congressional To support whatever is right, and to bring retain staff for employers. When non-union Black Caucus and I are here tonight to honor in justice where we’ve had so much injustice. companies increase their wages, it gives all the Labor Movement. We do so one week after our Nation celebrated its 119th Labor That is the reason, we are here tonight—to workers more purchasing power. Day, and two weeks after we celebrated the bring justice where we’ve had so much injus- The benefits of unions flow to the entire 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington tice in the unwillingness of the current Repub- community with a strong middle class have for Jobs and Justice. It is only appropriate that lican controlled Congress to acknowledge the sufficient tax revenues to support schools, we pay homage to both tonight, as the Labor value of your worth to the American economy hospitals and roads. Today, labor unions are still on the forefront Movement and the Civil Rights Movement are by securing for your labor a living minimum sisters in the fight for dignity, freedom, and wage. of efforts to ensure that the gains of the past are maintained and to fight for those still de- justice. There is not America without the American Over the years, Labor Day like many holi- nied opportunity and equality worker. This is as true today was it was from days has lost much of its meaning. Today, Unions are a great community and I will tell the nation’s earliest beginnings. At our earliest most Americans simply think of it as the end you why you should be standing up with them history workers were indentured servants, of summer, or the beginning of school. One for your rights. bonded persons, or slaves. The sweat of their last moment to enjoy the beach or the back- In 1968, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King brow carved a nation out of stone, swamp, yard with friends and family. and dense wilderness to become one the went to Memphis to help sanitation workers However, Labor Day is also a day during greatest nation the world has ever known. who were fighting for their rights and dignity which we should honor those who paid the ul- Historically, the path to the middle class for as people who worked hard for a living, but timate price to secure their children a more African Americans was through a union job. had no living wage. perfect union. At Bay View in 1885, at African-American workers are more likely to In 1968 Memphis the color of the skin of Haymarket in 1886, at Pullman in 1894, and in be union members because they know that two black workers were prevented by Jim Memphis in 1968, members of the Labor acting as one is stronger than acting alone. Crow laws from finding shelter from a cold rain Movement laid down their lives so that others This is the message of the civil rights move- sought warmth in the back of a sanitation might earn a living. ment and one that African Americans have truck and were crushed to death—Martin Lu- My own support for collective bargaining learned well over the decades of struggle for ther King could not keep silent nor turn away. rights started early on with my father, John equal rights. He was killed in Memphis at the Lorraine Conyers Sr., who worked with the United Auto Equality also requires equal access to edu- Motel because of the power of his message to Workers to integrate factories in Detroit, be- cation, employment and pay. move the hearts and minds of people so that fore the Civil Rights Movement took that battle Coretta Scott King Quotes: they would fight for the rights and dignity of to the buses of Alabama and the lunch The greatness of a community is most ac- working people everywhere. counters of North Carolina. His battle—Labor’s curately measured by the compassionate ac- Talking Points: battle—was one which Dr. Martin Luther King tions of its members, . . . a heart of grace The 2013 Federal Poverty guidelines stipu- would later recognize as the final frontier for and a soul generated by love. late $23,550 for a family of four as poverty the Civil Rights Movement. Specifically, the Unionized workers promote greater income level. A $7.25 minimum wage earns $15,080 availability of jobs that paid a fair wage—wage equality and prevent wage discrimination. a year. Even at the poverty level of $23,550 upon which one could raise a family, plan for African American union workers earn up to for a family of four, families are unable to old age, and live a life beyond mere survival. $10,000 or 31% more per year than non-union make ends meet and often have to sacrifice Dr. King once spoke of the Labor Movement members. basic necessities. as the ‘‘first and pioneer anti-poverty pro- In 2011, nearly 20 percent of employed Afri- Fast food jobs used to be considered entry gram.’’ In his last battle, Dr. King went to can Americans worked for state, local, or fed- level jobs and often held by teenagers but Memphis, TN, the city that would claim his life, eral government compared to 14.2% of Whites now, in the new economy, the average age of to stand with the sanitation workers of that city and 10.4 percent of Hispanics. a fast food worker is 28, many of which have who sought what so many of us take for grant- African Americans are less likely than His- families to support. A family living on $15,000 ed and so many of us only dream of: a fair panics and nearly as likely as Whites to work a year must sacrifice many basic necessities day’s pay, for a fair day’s work. in the private sector, not including the self-em- most of us take for granted—like healthcare, Speaking to the sanitation workers of Mem- ployed. transportation, and food—to say nothing of the phis, he acknowledged the threats he had re- Few African Americans are self-employed— luxuries many of us enjoy on a regular basis. ceived, but he told them that he stood before only 3.8 percent reported being self-employed In Houston, nearly 500,000 people make them unafraid of any man, for he had been to in 2011—making them almost half as likely to poverty wages or less, or nearly one quarter the mountain top, and even if he didn’t reach be self-employed as Whites (7.2 percent). of all Houstonians. The ripple effects of this the Promised Land, he knew that others would Unionized workers are more likely to receive amount of people given more spending power one day. paid leave, more likely to have employer-pro- would create a tremendous amount of eco- Today, we are still on that mountaintop, vided health insurance, and are more likely to nomic activity spurring job creation and new waiting for the Promised Land. Through the be in employer-provided pension plans. markets for small business. Fast food workers sacrifices of labor and civil rights leaders, we The tools of unions must be part of the paid a living wage of $15/hr. not only puts were led out of bondage, but we still have not landscape for poor working Americans and the food on their tables but also puts more money reached the land promised in the American way forward for equity and fairness in income into the local economy. This is an economic dream. It is my hope that in the 21st Century, and the benefits of the success of our society. engine that needs to be started. we will see the same progress we saw Unions play a pivotal role by ensuring work- With 1.07 million restaurant and food serv- through the middle part of the 20th Century. I ers has continued educational access for their ice workers, Texas has the second-largest hope to see the middle class prosper, I hope current roles as well as encourage workers to restaurant workforce in the nation. And it leads to see management work with labor to pursue higher education. Nationally, 77 per- the nation in projected restaurant job growth produce wonders that we could not hope to cent of union employees in 2009 were cov- between 2013 and 2023, according to the Na- achieve without cooperation, and I hope to fi- ered by pension plans that provide a guaran- tional Restaurant Association. The trade group nally see poverty conquered through the

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AMERICAN EXCEPTIONALISM IN There is nothing just, or in our inter- I yield back the balance of my time. THE FACE OF WAR est, in lobbing a few bombs into a coun- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under try and walking away. f the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- The Secretary of State and the Presi- uary 3, 2013, the Chair recognizes the dent have both stated that we need to gentleman from Michigan (Mr. OMISSION FROM THE CONGRES- go to war because Assad broke a treaty SIONAL RECORD OF FRIDAY, BENTIVOLIO) for 30 minutes. that the entire world supports. The Mr. BENTIVOLIO. Mr. Speaker, I SEPTEMBER 6, 2013, AT PAGE U.N., they say, cannot act. Mr. Speak- H5408 stand here today as a former soldier. er, I am asking the same question my Like many of my colleagues in this constituents are asking: Why do we room who served, I took an oath to spend billions of dollars supporting an honor and defend the Constitution of international organization for peace the United States against enemies both RESIGNATION FROM THE HOUSE that cannot enforce a treaty supported OF REPRESENTATIVES domestic and abroad. American sol- by the entire world? If the U.N. is so diers do not swear to defend the Presi- hamstrung that it cannot rally the The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- dent; they don’t swear to defend Con- world to stop Assad and we have to uni- fore the House the following resigna- gress or political parties. They swear laterally attack Syria, what exactly is tion from the House of Representa- to defend the Constitution because this the point of having a U.N.? tives: document is the bulwark that protects The Secretary of State also had the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, our freedom. gall to tell both the Senate and the August 8, 2013. American soldiers swear to protect House Foreign Relations Committees Hon. JOHN BOEHNER, this document because our Founding that bombing Syria is ‘‘not a war in Washington, DC. Fathers understood that elected offi- the classic sense.’’ Let me tell you SPEAKER BOEHNER: I cannot express what a cials, from the President to us here in something, Mr. Speaker. If another na- tremendous honor it has been to serve the the House of Representatives, are fal- tion attacked us the way our President people of Louisiana’s Fifth Congressional lible human beings. They swear to pro- wants to attack Syria, everyone in this District, and from the bottom of my heart, I tect this document because they know room would call it war. Let me tell you am eternally grateful and I thank them for that the principles it defends are true something else, Mr. Speaker: war has the trust they have placed in me. and its wisdom will last long after consequences. I write to you today to officially let you we’re dead, just as it lasted long before The Secretary of State told the know that, effective September 27, 2013, I we were born. House Foreign Relations Committee will be resigning as a Member of the United The Constitution of the United that the goal of bombing Syria was to States Congress. States of America is the key difference ‘‘degrade’’ Assad’s chemical weapons I am honored that Governor Jindal has between us and other countries. It is and cause a stalemate in the fighting. given me the opportunity to serve as a mem- what makes our Nation exceptional. In other words, Assad will still have ber of his cabinet as his Secretary of Vet- Forged on the anvil of liberty, it has the capability of using chemical weap- erans Affairs. I am eager to get started and protected our Nation as we have grown begin reaching out to our state’s veterans in ons and could very well use them again order to make sure they know that our state from a fledgling Republic into a world to break the stalemate we create. Does and nation are grateful for their service. superpower. The soldier that we ask to anyone really think that we will just fight on our behalf knows that. We I look forward to continue serving the stop with the first round of bombings? great state that I love and the men and must honor our military by looking to That’s not how war works. Wars are a women who have given us so much. the wisdom of the Constitution when- ‘‘yes’’ or ‘‘no’’ question. You cannot, as Sincerely, ever we discuss sending our troops to Secretary Kerry and the White House RODNEY ALEXANDER. war. suggest, only kind of fight a war. If we The Constitution itself makes clear break it, we’re going to be forced to fix HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, that we should go to war ‘‘for the com- it. August 8, 2013. mon defense.’’ This statement, ‘‘for the Like I said, I’m an old soldier, and Governor BOBBY JINDAL, common defense,’’ was so important old soldiers need mission plans. When I State Capitol, 20th Floor, 900 North Third that it was used twice by our Founding look at this mission plan, I don’t see Street, Baton Rouge, LA. Fathers: once in the preamble, then anything that suggests we will simply GOVERNOR JINDAL, I cannot express what a again in laying out the duties of Con- be able to walk away after this bomb- tremendous honor it has been to serve the gress. ing campaign. people of Louisiana’s Fifth Congressional We live in a fallen world. Bad things America’s role in the world is not to District, and from the bottom of my heart, I happen to innocent people every day play parent to the rest of the nations, am eternally grateful and I thank them for across the globe. Drug cartels behead- chastising bad actors and picking win- the trust they have placed in me. ing people in central America, Chris- ners and losers in battles that don’t di- I write to you today to officially let you tians being burned alive in Nigeria, rectly threaten us. The point of our know that, effective September 27, 2013, I human trafficking in Asia—all of these Nation is to show the world the wisdom will be resigning as a Member of the United States Congress. things are heart-wrenching but none of of a free and representative govern- them involve our common defense. ment. I am honored that you have given me the When I see what is happening in My fellow Members of Congress, we opportunity to serve as a member of your Syria and read the intelligence given can show that wisdom here today with cabinet as your Secretary of Veterans Af- to us, I do not see how this terrible fairs. I am eager to get started and begin this vote. We can show the world that reaching out to our state’s veterans in order civil war involves our common defense. our Nation will not plunge itself into to make sure they know that our state and I understand the horrors of the Assad war because our President drew an ar- nation are grateful for their service. regime and it sickens me. It hurts to tificial red line and feels embarrassed I look forward to continue serving this see the pictures of dead children bru- that a dictator crossed it. great state that I love and the men and tally gassed by a hateful dictator. Yet Our military does not belong to the women who have given us so much. the actions our President wishes us to White House. It belongs to the people. Sincerely, take would do little to prevent such a I ask you, show the power and wisdom RODNEY ALEXANDER.

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A letter from the Associate General fore the House the following commu- United States, transmitting the Continu- Counsel for General Law, Department of nication from Teresa Lewis, Con- ation of the National Emergency with re- Homeland Security, transmitting a report stituent Services Liaison, the Honor- spect to Export Control Regulations; to the pursuant to the Federal Vacancies Reform Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to Act of 1998; to the Committee on Oversight able BRAD WENSTRUP, Member of Con- be printed. and Government Reform. gress: 2740. A letter from the President Of The 2751. A letter from the President Of The f United States, transmitting An Executive United States, transmitting an alternative Order prohibiting the importation into the plan for locality pay increases payable to ci- LEAVE OF ABSENCE United States of any jadeite or rubies mined vilian Federal employees covered by the By unanimous consent, leave of ab- or extracted from Burma; jointly to the General Schedule (GS) and certain other pay sence was granted to: Committees on Foreign Affairs and Ways and systems for 2014, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Mr. YOUNG of Florida (at the request Means and ordered to be printed. 5305(a)(3); (H. Doc. No. 113—57); to the Com- of Mr. CANTOR) for today and Sep- mittee on Oversight and Government Reform tember 10 on account of a family med- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, and ordered to be printed. ETC. 2752. A letter from the Director, Office of ical emergency. Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- f Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- communications were taken from the mitting the Administration’s final rule — ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED Speaker’s table and referred as follows: Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, 2741. A letter from the President Of The Recreational Management Measures for the reported and found truly enrolled bills United States, transmitting an alternative Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass of the House of the following titles, plan for monthly basic pay increases for Fisheries; Fishing Year 2013 [Docket No.: which were thereupon signed by the members of the uniformed services, pursuant 130403319-3545-02] (RIN: 0648-BD13) received Speaker on Friday, August 2, 2013: to 37 U.S.C. 1009(e); (H. Doc. No. 113–58); to August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Natural H.R. 267. An act to improve hydropower, the Committee on Armed Services and or- dered to be printed. Resources. and for other purposes. 2753. A letter from the Acting Deputy As- H.R. 678. An act to authorize all Bureau of 2742. A letter from the Director, Defense Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting sistant Administrator for Regulatory Pro- Reclamation conduit facilities for hydro- grams, NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmos- power development under Federal Reclama- Transmittal No. 13-41, Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer and Acceptance, pheric Administration, transmitting the Ad- tion law, and for other purposes. ministration’s final rule — Fisheries Off H.R. 1171. An act to amend title 40, United pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Ex- West Coast States; Coastal Pelagic Species States Code, to improve veterans service or- port Control Act, as amended; to the Com- Fisheries; Annual Specifications [Docket ganizations access to Federal surplus per- mittee on Armed Services. No.: 121210694-3514-02] (RIN: 0648-XC392) re- sonal property. 2743. A letter from the Under Secretary, H.R. 2576. An act to amend title 49, United Department of Defense, transmitting a re- ceived August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. States Code, to modify requirements relat- port identifying, for each of the Armed 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Natural ing to the availability of pipeline safety reg- Forces (other than the Coast Guard) and Resources. 2754. A letter from the Director, Office of ulatory documents and for other purposes. each Defense Agency, the percentage of funds that were expended during the pre- Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, ceding fiscal year for performance of depot- anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- further reported and found truly en- level maintenance and repair workloads by mitting the Administration’s final rule — rolled a bill of the House of the fol- the public and private sectors; to the Com- Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; Fisheries lowing title, which was thereupon mittee on Armed Services. of the Northeastern United States; North- signed by the Speaker pro tempore, Mr. 2744. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- east (NE) Multispecies Fishery; Framework Adjustment 48; Final Rule; Correction THORNBERRY, on Tuesday, August 6, ment of Defense, transmitting a letter on the 2013: approved retirement of Lieutenant General [Docket No.: 120814336-3495-03] (RIN: 0648- Rhett A. Hernandez, United States Army, BC27) received August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 H.R. 1344. An act to amend title 49, United and his advancement on the retired list in U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Nat- States Code, to direct the Assistant Sec- the grade of lieutenant general; to the Com- ural Resources. retary of Homeland Security (Transpor- mittee on Armed Services. 2755. A letter from the Director, Office of tation Security Administration) to provide 2745. A letter from the Acting Assistant Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- expedited air passenger screening to severely Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Department anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- injured or disabled members of the Armed of State, transmitting the Department’s re- mitting the Administration’s final rule — Forces and severely injured or disabled vet- port concerning efforts made by the United Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, erans, and for other purposes. Nations and the Specialized Agencies to em- and South Atlantic; Shrimp Fishery Off the f ploy an adequate number of Americans dur- Southern Atlantic States; Amendment 9 [Docket No.: 120919470-3513-02] (RIN: 0648- ADJOURNMENT ing 2012, pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 276c-4; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. BC58) received August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 Mr. BENTIVOLIO. Mr. Speaker, I 2746. A letter from the Director, Defense U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Nat- move that the House do now adjourn. Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting ural Resources. The motion was agreed to; accord- Transmittal No. 13-36, Notice of Proposed 2756. A letter from the Deputy Assistant ingly (at 9 o’clock and 38 minutes Issuance of Letter of Offer and Acceptance, Administrator for Regulatory Programs, p.m.), under its previous order, the pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Ex- NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, transmitting the Adminis- House adjourned until tomorrow, Tues- port Control Act, as amended; to the Com- mittee on Foreign Affairs. tration’s final rule — Snapper-Grouper Fish- day, September 10, 2013, at 10 a.m. for 2747. A letter from the Acting Assistant ery off the Southern Atlantic States; Regu- morning-hour debate. Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Department latory Amendment 13 [Docket No.: 120815345- f of State, transmitting pursuant to section 3525-02] (RIN: 0648-BC41) received August 10, 3(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, as 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the OMITTED FROM THE CONGRES- amended, certification regarding the pro- Committee on Natural Resources. SIONAL RECORD OF FRIDAY, posed transfer of major defense equipment 2757. A letter from the Deputy Assistant SEPTEMBER 6, 2013 AT PAGE (Transmittal No. RSAT-13-3520); to the Com- Administrator for Regulatory Programs, H5408 mittee on Foreign Affairs. NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric 2748. A letter from the Associate Director Administration, transmitting the Adminis- for PP&I, Department of the Treasury, tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Exclu- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, transmitting the Department’s final rule — sive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Bering Sea ETC. Technical Amendments to Counter-terrorism and Aleutian Islands Crab Rationalization Sanctions Regulations Implemented by Program [Docket No.: 120806311-3530-02] (RIN: Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive OFAC received August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 0648-BC25) received August 10, 2013, pursuant communications were taken from the U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on For- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Speaker’s table and referred as follows: eign Affairs. Natural Resources.

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2758. A letter from the Acting Deputy Di- 2767. A letter from the Chief, Publications By Mrs. CAPITO (for herself, Mr. COFF- rector, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue MAN, Mr. PITTENGER, Mr. DUFFY, Mr. NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Service, transmitting the Service’s final rule LATTA, Mr. BARR, Mr. BOUSTANY, Administration, transmitting the Adminis- — Update of Weighted Average Interest Mrs. MILLER of Michigan, Mr. SHU- tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Exclu- Rates, Yield Curves, and Segment Rates [No- STER, Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas, Mr. sive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific tice 2013-52] received August 10, 2013, pursu- CONAWAY, Mr. LANCE, Mr. Ocean Perch in the Western Regulatory Area ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee FITZPATRICK, Mr. MEADOWS, Mr. of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket No.: 120918468- on Ways and Means. BROOKS of Alabama, and Mr. TIPTON): 3111-02] (RIN: 0648-XC739) received August 10, 2768. A letter from the Chief, Publications H.R. 3067. A bill to amend the Patient Pro- 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue tection and Affordable Care Act to prohibit a Committee on Natural Resources. Service, transmitting the Service’s final rule government subsidy for the purchase of a 2759. A letter from the Acting Deputy Di- — 2013 Section 43 Inflation Adjustment [No- health plan by a Member of Congress; to the rector, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, tice 2013-50] received August 10, 2013, pursu- Committee on House Administration. NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee By Mr. BENISHEK: Administration, transmitting the Adminis- on Ways and Means. H.R. 3068. A bill relating to members of the tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Carib- 2769. A letter from the Principal Deputy Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chip- bean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; Assistant Attorney General, Department of pewa Indians of Michigan; to the Committee 2013 Commercial Accountability Measure Justice, transmitting Third Quarterly Re- on Natural Resources. and Closure for South Atlantic Gray port of FY 2013 under The Veterans’ Benefits By Mr. CONYERS (for himself, Mr. Triggerfish [Docket No.: 100812345-2142-03] Improvement Act of 2008; jointly to the Com- SCOTT of Virginia, Mr. COHEN, Mr. (RIN: 0648-XC728) received August 10, 2013, mittees on the Judiciary and Veterans’ Af- JOHNSON of Georgia, and Mr. PETERS pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- fairs. of Michigan): mittee on Natural Resources. 2770. A letter from the Principal Deputy H.R. 3069. A bill to improve public safety 2760. A letter from the Acting Deputy Di- Assistant Attorney General, Department of through increased law enforcement presence rector, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Justice, transmitting Second Quarterly Re- and enhanced public safety equipment and NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric port of FY 2013 on the Uniformed Services programs, and for other purposes; to the Administration, transmitting the Adminis- Employment and Reemployment Rights Act Committee on the Judiciary. tration’s final rule — Fisheries of the Carib- of 1994; jointly to the Committees on the Ju- By Mr. FITZPATRICK: bean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; diciary and Veterans’ Affairs. H.R. 3070. A bill to amend section 501 of the Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico; Ad- Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 justed Closure of the 2013 Gulf of Mexico Rec- f to reform access to certain business records reational Sector for Red Snapper [Docket REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON for foreign intelligence and international No.: 130212129-3474-02] (RIN: 0648-XC715) re- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS terrorism investigations, and for other pur- ceived August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Natural Under clause 2 of the rule XIII, re- and in addition to the Committee on Intel- Resources. ports of committees were delivered to ligence (Permanent Select), for a period to 2761. A letter from the Director, Office of the Clerk for printing and reference to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- the proper calendar, as follows: in each case for consideration of such provi- sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- Mr. UPTON: Committee on Energy and committee concerned. mitting the Administration’s final rule — Commerce. H.R. 2844. A bill to amend the By Mr. GINGREY of Georgia: Revisions to Framework Adjustment 50 to Communications Act of 1934 to consolidate the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Manage- H.R. 3071. A bill to amend the Patient Pro- the reporting obligations of the Federal tection and Affordable Care Act to provide ment Plan and Sector Annual Catch Entitle- Communications Commission in order to im- ments; Updated Annual Catch Limits for that no Government contribution may be prove congressional oversight and reduce re- made toward the cost of Exchange coverage Sectors and the Common Pool for Fishing porting burdens; with an amendment (Rept. Year 2013 [Docket No.: 130219149-3524-03] (RIN: for any Member of Congress or congressional 113–189). Referred to the Committee of the 0648-BC97) received August 10, 2013, pursuant staff; to the Committee on House Adminis- Whole House on the state of the Union. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on tration. Natural Resources. f By Mr. KILDEE: H.R. 3072. A bill to provide for the estab- 2762. A letter from the Director, Office of PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- lishment of the Local Food for Healthy Fam- anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public ilies Program; to the Committee on Agri- mitting the Administration’s final rule — bills and resolutions of the following culture, and in addition to the Committee on Highly Migratory Species; Atlantic Shark titles were introduced and severally re- Ways and Means, for a period to be subse- Management Measures; Amendment 5a ferred, as follows: quently determined by the Speaker, in each [Docket No.: 110831548-3536-02] (RIN: 0648- case for consideration of such provisions as By Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of BB29) received August 10, 2013, pursuant to 5 fall within the jurisdiction of the committee U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Nat- Texas (for herself and Mr. VEASEY): concerned. H.R. 3064. A bill to establish scientific ural Resources. By Mr. POE of Texas: 2763. A letter from the Director, Adminis- standards and protocols across forensic dis- H.J. Res. 58. A joint resolution prohibiting trative Office of the United States Courts, ciplines, and for other purposes; to the Com- the use of funds available to any United transmitting a report on applications for de- mittee on Science, Space, and Technology, States Government department or agency layed-notice search warrants and extensions and in addition to the Committee on the Ju- for the use of force in, or directed at, Syria during fiscal year 2012; to the Committee on diciary, for a period to be subsequently de- by the United States Armed Forces; to the the Judiciary. termined by the Speaker, in each case for Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addi- 2764. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- consideration of such provisions as fall with- tion to the Committee on Armed Services, ment of Transportation, transmitting the in the jurisdiction of the committee con- for a period to be subsequently determined Department’s 2013 annual report on rec- cerned. by the Speaker, in each case for consider- ommendations made by the Intelligent By Mr. GARRETT: ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- Transportation Systems Program Advisory H.R. 3065. A bill to repeal the War Powers risdiction of the committee concerned. Committee; to the Committee on Transpor- Resolution; to the Committee on Foreign Af- By Mr. SMITH of New Jersey (for him- tation and Infrastructure. fairs, and in addition to the Committee on self, Mr. WOLF, Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. 2765. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Rules, for a period to be subsequently deter- MARINO, Mr. HIGGINS, Mr. WEBER of ment of Energy, transmitting the Depart- mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- Texas, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. CULBERSON, ment’s report entitled, ‘‘Department of En- sideration of such provisions as fall within Mr. PITTS, Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mr. ergy FY 2012 Methane Hydrate Program Re- the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. FRANKS of Arizona, and Mr. FORTEN- port to Congress’’, pursuant to Section 968 of By Mr. COTTON: BERRY): the Energy Policy Act of 2005; to the Com- H.R. 3066. A bill to amend the Patient Pro- H. Con. Res. 51. Concurrent resolution ex- mittee on Science, Space, and Technology. tection and Affordable Care Act to prohibit a pressing the sense of Congress regarding the 2766. A letter from the Assistant Secretary government subsidy or contribution for the need for investigation and prosecution of war For Export Administration, Department of premiums of a health plan by a Member of crimes, crimes against humanity, and geno- Commerce, transmitting the Department’s Congress or Members’ staff or congressional cide, whether committed by officials of the final rule — Certification of Factual Infor- leadership or committee staff; to the Com- Government of Syria, or members of other mation to Import Administration During mittee on House Administration, and in ad- groups involved in civil war in Syria, and Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Pro- dition to the Committee on Energy and Com- calling on the President to direct the United ceedings [Docket No.: 0612243022-3538-03] merce, for a period to be subsequently deter- States representative to the United Nations (RIN: 0625-AA66) received August 10, 2013, mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- to use the voice and vote of the United pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- sideration of such provisions as fall within States to immediately promote the estab- mittee on Ways and Means. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. lishment of a Syrian war crimes tribunal,

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and for other purposes; to the Committee on trade amongst the Indian Tribes. This bill is H.R. 705: Mr. ROE of Tennessee and Mr. Foreign Affairs. enacted pursuant to treaties lawfully en- LOBIONDO. By Mr. BENISHEK: tered into and ratified pursuant to the power H.R. 721: Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS, Ms. H. Res. 335. A resolution to refer H.R. 3068, granted to Congress under Article II, Section DUCKWORTH, and Mr. LAMALFA. a bill making congressional reference to the 2, Clause 2. This bill is enacted pursuant to H.R. 725: Mr. O’ROURKE. United States Court of Federal Claims pursu- Article III Section 2 which grants Congress H.R. 744: Mr. GARCIA. ant to sections 1492 and 2509 of title 28, power to regulate jurisdiction in courts infe- H.R. 755: Mr. RADEL, Mr. YOHO, Mr. CREN- United States Code, the Indian trust-related rior to the United States Supreme Court. SHAW, and Mr. CASSIDY. claims of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa By Mr. CONYERS: H.R. 792: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, and Chippewa Indians of Michigan as well as H.R. 3069. Mr. LAMBORN, and Mr. PERRY. its individual members; to the Committee on Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 801: Mr. RENACCI. the Judiciary. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 833: Mr. RADEL. By Mr. FITZPATRICK: Article 1, section 8, clauses 1 and 18. H.R. 920: Mr. BRIDENSTINE and Ms. H. Res. 336. A resolution expressing support By Mr. FITZPATRICK: DUCKWORTH. for designation of the week beginning Sep- H.R. 3070. H.R. 946: Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. tember 8, 2013, as ‘‘National Direct Support Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 961: Mr. CONYERS, Mr. FOSTER, and Professionals Recognition Week‘‘; to the lation pursuant to the following: Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. Committee on Education and the Workforce. Clause 1 of section 8 of Article I of the Con- H.R. 980: Mrs. KIRKPATRICK. By Ms. NORTON: stitution H.R. 984: Mr. MAFFEI. H. Res. 337. A resolution recognizing the By Mr. GINGREY of Georgia: H.R. 997: Mr. LAMALFA and Mr. LONG. contributions of musician Chuck Brown, the H.R. 3071. H.R. 1008: Mr. HINOJOSA. Godfather of Go-Go, to music and to the Dis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1024: Mr. ANDREWS, Mr. ELLISON, Mr. trict of Columbia and expressing support for lation pursuant to the following: SENSENBRENNER, Mr. RUIZ, Mr. SMITH of Mis- the designation of a Chuck Brown Day; to United States Constitution Article I, Sec- souri, Mr. PERLMUTTER, Mr. RICE of South the Committee on Oversight and Govern- tion 8 Carolina, and Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. ment Reform. By Mr. KILDEE: H.R. 1077: Mr. COBLE, Mr. ROGERS of Michi- f H.R. 3072. gan, Mr. CULBERSON, and Mr. PERRY. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1078: Mr. BARR and Mr. LATHAM. CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1095: Mr. FORBES. STATEMENT Article 1 Section 8 gives Congress the H.R. 1130: Mr. JOYCE. H.R. 1155: Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee, Ms. Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of power to creates laws that provide for the general welfare of the United States. ESTY, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, and Mr. STOCKMAN. the Rules of the House of Representa- By Mr. POE of Texas: H.R. 1173: Ms. ESHOO. tives, the following statements are sub- H.J. Res. 58. H.R. 1199: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. mitted regarding the specific powers Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1238: Ms. LEE of California and Mr. granted to Congress in the Constitu- lation pursuant to the following: WELCH. tion to enact the accompanying bill or Article 1, Section 8, Clauses 1, 11, and 12 H.R. 1239: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. H.R. 1249: Mr. COBLE. joint resolution. f H.R. 1250: Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. SMITH of Mis- By Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of ADDITIONAL SPONSORS souri, Mr. BACHUS, Mr. SENSENBRENNER, and Texas: Mr. SMITH of Texas. H.R. 3064. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 1251: Mr. O’ROURKE. Congress has the power to enact this legis- were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 1252: Mr. BARLETTA, Ms. LOFGREN, and lation pursuant to the following: tions as follows: Mr. CLAY. Article I, section 8 of the Constitution of H.R. 7: Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. H.R. 1254: Mr. CRAWFORD and Mrs. BROOKS the United States. H.R. 23: Mr. YOHO. of Indiana. By Mr. GARRETT: H.R. 24: Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. BRALEY of Iowa, ORAN. H.R. 3065. H.R. 1281: Mr. M Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mr. GUTHRIE, Mr. KING- H.R. 1286: Mr. LEVIN. lation pursuant to the following: STON, Mr. CRAMER, Mr. MEADOWS, and Mr. H.R. 1384: Mr. HUFFMAN and Mr. ELLISON. Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 (The Con- DIAZ-BALART. H.R. 1461: Mr. MULVANEY, Mr. LAMALFA, gress shall have power . . . to declare War, H.R. 38: Mr. ROYCE. and Mr. PITTS. grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and H.R. 73: Mr. YOHO. H.R. 1563: Mr. VARGAS, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. make Rules concerning Captures on Land H.R. 75: Mr. FINCHER. BENTIVOLIO, Mr. ADERHOLT, and Mr. PRICE of and Water). H.R. 148: Mr. WELCH. North Carolina. By Mr. COTTON: H.R. 176: Mr. MARCHANT. H.R. 1572: Mrs. BACHMANN. H.R. 3066. H.R. 199: Mr. CONYERS. H.R. 1591: Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 262: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 1598: Mr. LOWENTHAL. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 301: Mr. GUTHRIE, Mr. RADEL, Mr. H.R. 1623: Ms. WATERS and Mr. TIERNEY. Article I, Section 9—No Money shall be CRENSHAW, Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD, Mr. H.R. 1726: Mr. DENT, Mr. PETRI, Mr. SAR- drawn from the Treasury, but in Con- CHABOT, and Mr. SMITH of Texas. BANES, and Mr. WALBERG. sequence of Appropriations made by Law; H.R. 303: Mr. GOODLATTE and Mr. BENISHEK. H.R. 1734: Mr. WELCH and Ms. TSONGAS. By Mrs. CAPITO: H.R. 320: Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD. H.R. 1735: Mr. FLORES, Mr. WILSON of South H.R. 3067. H.R. 383: Mr. NOLAN. Carolina, Mr. CONAWAY, Mr. FLEMING, and Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 449: Mr. POMPEO and Mr. YOUNG of In- Mr. NUNNELEE. lation pursuant to the following: diana. H.R. 1771: Ms. SHEA-PORTER and Mr. FOR- No Obamacare Subsidies for Members of H.R. 495: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. FITZPATRICK, TENBERRY. Congress Act and Mr. LONG. H.R. 1775: Mr. WEBER of Texas, Mr. JOHN- Article I Section 1: All legislative Powers H.R. 508: Mr. CARNEY and Mr. LARSON of SON of Georgia, and Mr. ANDREWS. herein granted shall be vested in a Congress Connecticut. H.R. 1779: Mr. GOSAR, Ms. SEWELL of Ala- of the United States. H.R. 521: Mr. MCGOVERN. bama, Mr. JONES, Mr. KELLY of Pennsyl- Article I Section 6 Clause 1: The Senators H.R. 525: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. vania, Mr. SALMON, Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas, and Representatives shall receive a Com- H.R. 565: Mr. RANGEL. Mr. MASSIE, Mr. BACHUS, Mr. ADERHOLT, Mr. pensation for their Services, to be H.R. 647: Mr. HORSFORD, Mr. FARR, Mr. NUGENT, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. MARINO, Mr. ascertained by Law, and paid out of the VARGAS, Ms. LEE of California, and Mr. TIBERI, Mr. ROGERS of Alabama, Mr. DAINES, Treasury of the United States. CRAMER. Mr. SHUSTER, Mr. KLINE, and Mr. GUTHRIE. Article I Section 8 Clause 18: The Congress H.R. 685: Mr. BUCHANAN, Mr. YOHO, Ms. H.R. 1798: Mr. YOUNG of Alaska and Mr. shall have Power to make all Laws which BROWN of Florida, Mr. MEEKS, Ms. JENKINS, DAVID SCOTT of Georgia. shall be necessary and proper for carrying Mrs. DAVIS of California, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS H.R. 1830: Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all of Illinois, Mr. MARINO, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. H.R. 1842: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. other Powers vested by the Constitution in PETRI, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, Mr. GARCIA, Mr. H.R. 1843: Mr. MORAN. the Government of the United States, or in PERRY, Mr. HOLT, Ms. HAHN, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. H.R. 1869: Mr. BENISHEK. any Department or Officer thereof. DIAZ-BALART, Ms. CLARKE, Mr. LARSON of H.R. 1890: Ms. SHEA-PORTER and Mr. By Mr. BENISHEK: Connecticut, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of Cali- KEATING. H.R. 3068. fornia, and Mr. SWALWELL of California. H.R. 1893: Mr. TAKANO, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 688: Ms. LEE of California and Ms. and Mr. MCGOVERN. lation pursuant to the following: DELBENE. H.R. 1921: Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. LEE of This bill is enacted pursuant to Article I, H.R. 690: Mr. WELCH, Mr. COLLINS of New California, Ms. CHU, and Mr. SCHIFF. Section 8 which allows Congress to regulate York, Mr. LUETKEMEYER, and Mr. NUGENT. H.R. 1941: Mr. CONNOLLY and Mr. SIRES.

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H.R. 1945: Mr. HORSFORD. H.R. 2606: Mr. MCDERMOTT and Ms. H. Res. 75: Ms. SHEA-PORTER. H.R. 1976: Mr. WELCH. SLAUGHTER. H. Res. 101: Mr. THOMPSON of California and H.R. 2023: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 2682: Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mr. TERRY, Mr. HECK of Nevada. H.R. 2030: Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. ROGERS of Michigan, Mr. COOK, Mr. SAN- H. Res. 109: Mr. FOSTER, Mr. DANNY K. H.R. 2039: Mr. HUFFMAN. FORD, and Mr. CARTER. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. HOLDING, Mr. COBLE, H.R. 2043: Mr. COSTA. H.R. 2689: Mr. HANNA. and Mr. COURTNEY. H.R. 2045: Mr. BURGESS. H.R. 2697: Mr. FITZPATRICK and Mr. BRADY H. Res. 123: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 2046: Mr. YOHO. of Pennsylvania. H.R. 2086: Mr. HORSFORD and Mr. TIERNEY. H.R. 2707: Ms. FUDGE. H. Res. 131: Mr. PITTENGER. H.R. 2129: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. H.R. 2717: Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN and Mr. H. Res. 147: Mr. SENSENBRENNER. H.R. 2146: Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. RADEL. H. Res. 187: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 2202: Mr. COLLINS of New York. H.R. 2720: Mr. RYAN of Ohio. H. Res. 188: Ms. MENG. H.R. 2224: Mr. HOLT, Mr. SCHIFF, Ms. TITUS, H.R. 2728: Mr. LANKFORD. H. Res. 227: Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. YOUNG of Florida, Mr. H.R. 2760: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. New York. MCGOVERN, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. HASTINGS of Flor- H.R. 2772: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of ida, Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York, Texas, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. ROYBAL- H. Res. 238: Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. DEUTCH, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. LOBIONDO, ALLARD, Mr. FARR, Mr. HONDA, Ms. LEE of H. Res. 254: Mr. CICILLINE, Ms. MICHELLE and Mr. REICHERT. California, Ms. BROWN of Florida, Mr. HAS- LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico, Mr. PAYNE, H.R. 2274: Mr. SCHWEIKERT. TINGS of Florida, Mr. BARLETTA, and Mr. Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. SCHOCK, Ms. BROWN of H.R. 2328: Mr. PETRI, Mr. RENACCI, Mr. GERLACH. Florida, Mr. CONNOLLY, Mr. ANDREWS, and YOHO, Mr. SCHWEIKERT, Mr. COFFMAN, and H.R. 2775: Mr. RENACCI, Mr. HOLDING, Mr. Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. WESTMORELAND, Mr. WOODALL, Mr. BRADY of H. Res. 293: Mr. JONES, Mr. SIMPSON, and H.R. 2330: Mr. MARINO and Mr. WALBERG. Texas, Mr. TIPTON, Mr. ADERHOLT, and Mr. Mr. WELCH. H.R. 2347: Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. YOHO. H. Res. 302: Mr. ROYCE, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, and H.R. 2349: Mr. ELLISON, Mr. RUSH, Ms. H.R. 2805: Mr. MCCAUL, Mr. MEADOWS, Mr. Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. BORDALLO, Mr. LEWIS, Mr. ENYART, Mr. DOGGETT, Mr. MORAN, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. H. Res. 313: Mr. BUTTERFIELD. PETERS of California, Ms. NORTON, Mr. GRI- FITZPATRICK, and Mr. PITTENGER. ´ JALVA, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. CARDENAS, Mrs. H.R. 2837: Mrs. CAPITO. NAPOLITANO, and Mr. FARR. H.R. 2847: Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. HOLT, Ms. f H.R. 2415: Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. CHU, and Mr. BISHOP of ´ LINDA T. SANCHEZ of California, Mr. DOG- New York. CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIM- GETT, Mr. VALADAO, Mr. HINOJOSA, and Mr. H.R. 2871: Mr. HARPER and Mr. PALAZZO. ITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIM- DELANEY. H.R. 2894: Mr. JOYCE, Mrs. WALORSKI, Mr. H.R. 2468: Mr. TAKANO. RENACCI, Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas, and Mr. ITED TARIFF BENEFITS H.R. 2478: Mr. BRIDENSTINE, Mr. SESSIONS, DUFFY. Under clause 9 of rule XXI, lists or Mr. FRANKS of Arizona, Mr. MCCLINTOCK, and H.R. 2901: Mr. MCCAUL. statements on congressional earmarks, Mr. LANKFORD. H.R. 2916: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania, Mr. H.R. 2485: Ms. JACKSON LEE, Mr. MEEKS, LANKFORD, and Mr. WESTMORELAND. limited tax benefits, or limited tariff and Mr. ISRAEL. H.R. 2936: Ms. DUCKWORTH, Mrs. CAROLYN benefits were submitted as follows: H.R. 2495: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois and B. MALONEY of New York, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. OFFERED BY MR. CAMP Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. GUTIE´ RREZ, and Mr. TIERNEY. The provisions that warranted a referral to H.R. 2502: Mr. RANGEL, Ms. HANABUSA, Mr. H.R. 2967: Mr. PITTS. HORSFORD, Mr. RUIZ, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. H.R. 2969: Mr. HECK of Nevada. the Committee on Ways and Means in H.R. ISRAEL, and Ms. TSONGAS. H.R. 2997: Mr. RADEL and Mr. WESTMORE- 2775, to condition the provision of premium H.R. 2504: Mr. HIMES, Mr. GRIFFIN of Ar- LAND. and cost-sharing subsidies under the Patient kansas, and Mr. LANGEVIN. H.R. 3023: Mr. BISHOP of Utah. Protection and Affordable Care Act upon a H.R. 2512: Mr. CICILLINE. H.R. 3043: Mr. HUNTER. certification that a program to verify house- H.R. 2520: Ms. TSONGAS. H.R. 3050: Ms. MENG and Ms. LORETTA SAN- hold income and other qualifications for H.R. 2522: Ms. MENG. CHEZ of California. such subsidies is operational, and for other H.R. 2527: Ms. WATERS, Ms. ROYBAL- H.J. Res. 19: Mr. ROONEY, Mr. CRENSHAW, purposes, do not contain any congressional ALLARD, and Mr. HORSFORD. and Mr. YOUNG of Florida. earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited H.R. 2548: Mr. COHEN, Mr. GRIFFIN of Ar- H.J. Res. 21: Mr. CLAY and Mr. DOGGETT. tariff benefits as defined in clause 9 of rule kansas, Mr. LONG, Mr. MCGOVERN, and Mr. H.J. Res. 55: Mr. CARTER, Mr. AMODEI, Mr. XXI of the Rules of the U.S. House of Rep- SCHOCK. NUNNELEE, and Mr. BARR. resentatives. H.R. 2549: Mr. MCGOVERN. H. Con. Res. 34: * * * OFFERED BY MR. UPTON H.R. 2557: Mr. WESTMORELAND. H. Con. Res. 48: Mr. PRICE of Georgia and H.R. 2575: Mrs. NOEM, Mrs. ELLMERS, Mr. Mr. RICE of South Carolina. The provisions that warranted a referral to MCKEON, and Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. H. Res. 30: Mr. SHIMKUS and Mr. RENACCI. the Committee on Energy and Commerce in H.R. 2590: Mr. HANNA. H. Res. 35: Mr. PITTENGER. H.R. 2775 do not contain any congressional H.R. 2591: Mr. ELLISON, Mr. SEAN PATRICK H. Res. 36: Mr. COLLINS of New York, Mr. earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited MALONEY of New York, Mr. CONNOLLY, Ms. REED, Mr. POE of Texas, Mr. TERRY, Mr. AUS- tariff benefits as defined in clause 9 of rule SCHAKOWSKY, and Ms. ESTY. TIN SCOTT of Georgia, and Mr. PAULSEN. XXI.

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Vol. 159 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2013 No. 117 Senate The Senate met at 2:00 p.m. and was Mr. KAINE thereupon assumed the of New York, at 5:30 p.m., and then called to order by the Honorable TIM chair as Acting President pro tempore. there will be two rollcall votes on the KAINE, a Senator from the Common- f confirmation of those nominations. We wealth of Virginia. may only have one rollcall vote and RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY one voice vote, but we will get both of PRAYER LEADER them done today. The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- I just moved to proceed to the joint fered the following prayer: pore. The majority leader is recog- resolution reported last week by the Let us pray. nized. Foreign Relations Committee to au- Shepherd of our souls, the center of f thorize the limited use of force against our joy, we look to You today for Syria. This matter demands the atten- strength and wisdom. Lord, we ac- THE CHAPLAIN tion of the Senate and this country. It knowledge that unless You guard our Mr. REID. Mr. President, I just had a is this resolution the Senate will turn Nation, our efforts to find security are brief conversation with the Chaplain, to. Regardless of where Senators stand futile. who came down to wish me well on my on the merits of this issue, we should Today illuminate the minds of our return. He indicated he was going to do have this debate. I hope all Senators Senators with the light of Your in- a special prayer this afternoon for the will support proceeding to this meas- sights, enabling them to act decisively. Senate in this time of crisis. I am al- ure. That vote will occur sometime on As they anticipate the forces that ways aware of how he looks out for us Wednesday on the motion to proceed. threaten freedom in our world, lead spiritually. The prayer is for Demo- Under a previous order, at 11 tomor- them on the path that will bring life, crats, Republicans—all of us. His pray- row morning, the Senate is to have a liberty, and joy. ers are very heart-warming. Not only is motion to proceed to the energy effi- ciency bill. It is obvious we are not We pray in Your merciful Name. he our chaplain, but he is a retired ad- going to be able to do that. I will work Amen. miral in the U.S. Navy. He has been all with the Republican leader to reach a f over the world in that capacity. We ap- consent agreement to defer consider- preciate him very much. We don’t ac- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ation of that bill to a later time. knowledge him as often as we should. I On the Syria resolution, I intend that The Presiding Officer led the Pledge appreciate how he is always available of Allegiance, as follows: the Senate should have a full and open and so kind and thoughtful to every- debate. I encourage Senators to come I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the one. United States of America, and to the Repub- to the floor to begin that debate. lic for which it stands, one nation under God, f Also this week, President Obama will indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. AUTHORIZING THE LIMITED AND come to the Capitol to address the f SPECIFIED USE OF THE UNITED Democratic caucus. He has also ex- STATES ARMED FORCES tended his invitation to the Repub- APPOINTMENT OF ACTING licans. I have not heard back from the PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE AGAINST SYRIA—MOTION TO PROCEED Republicans as to whether they wish to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The hear from the President. clerk will please read a communication Mr. REID. Mr. President, I now move President Obama will address the Na- to the Senate from the President pro to consider S.J. Res. 21. tion tomorrow evening. Senior admin- tempore (Mr. LEAHY). The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- istration officials will brief all Sen- The legislative clerk read the fol- pore. The clerk will report the joint ators in a classified session on Wednes- lowing letter. resolution by title. day. There will be other meetings in U.S. SENATE, The legislative clerk read as follows: the White House today with Demo- PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, Motion to proceed to S.J. Res. 21 to au- cratic and Republican Senators. The Washington, DC, September 9, 2013. thorize limited and specified use of the Senate will give this matter the seri- To the Senate: United States Armed Forces against Syria. ous attention it deserves. Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, SCHEDULE CHEMICAL WEAPONS of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby Mr. REID. Mr. President, this Mr. President, the first large-scale appoint the Honorable TIM KAINE, a Senator from the Commonwealth of Virginia, to per- evening the Senate will proceed to ex- military use of deadly military weap- form the duties of the Chair. ecutive session to consider a couple of ons occurred almost 100 years ago when PATRICK J. LEAHY, would-be judges, Caproni and Brod- the Germans deployed chlorine gas dur- President pro tempore. erick, both from the Southern District ing World War I. During that war,

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Great Britain, Austria, Hun- were just as terrible as those that con- such weapons of terror and destruction gary, France, Germany, Italy, and the vinced the global community to outlaw against the powerless it is our busi- United States all suffered losses. the use of such brutal tactics against ness. ‘‘This is a horrible weapon,’’ wrote soldiers, and, of course, against inno- The weapons in question are cat- German Major Karl von Zinger, who re- cent civilians such as those Asad mur- egorically different. Chemical weapons, ported a firsthand battlefield account dered last month. we know, can kill not just dozens or of the carnage to his superior officers. The evidence of the Asad regime, and hundreds of people but tens of thou- One hundred thousand soldiers died, their using outlawed nerve agents sands of innocents in a single attack— and most of the other casualties were against its own citizens, is clear and tens of thousands. These weapons don’t debilitated for life by the exposure to very convincing. The Syrian Govern- just pose a threat to the Syrian people these deadly toxins. The effects of ment has worked to hide the gruesome or to our allies in the region; they pose these killers were horrific. Those who evidence. They have done it a number a threat to every one of us, every didn’t die suffered blindness, burns, of different ways. After the bodies had American, and, in particular, every blisters, and labored breathing. For been cleared away, they sent a barrage member of the U.S. Armed Forces. those dying, it was as terrible as any- of weaponry in there—artillery and If we allow Asad’s use of chemical one could imagine. The great World tanks—and blasted the ground and de- weapons to go unchecked and unan- War I era poet Wilfred Owen from stroyed the evidence. They couldn’t de- swered, hostile forces around the world Great Britain wrote that gassed sol- stroy it; it is still there, but they did will also assume that these terrible diers cried out like men on fire as they try. They worked very hard to hide tactics of demons such as Asad are per- drowned in air thick with poison. The these gruesome attacks by repeatedly missible, that they are OK. That Amer- world was horrified by the gruesome- bombing the site of these grisly and ica cannot allow. That is why the mas- ness of these new evil weapons of war, unforgettable occurrences. Without sacres in Syria are our business and and so, as a global community, we question, this brutality demands a re- our concern, both as humans and as agreed these weapons should be ban- sponse. The satellite imagery and ama- Americans. America’s willingness to ished from the battlefield forever. teur video shot by eyewitnesses—and I stand for what is right should not end Despite the success of global efforts talked about that—paint a clear pic- at its borders. to eliminate their use, today the Syr- ture of the brutality of this awful re- Our intervention on behalf of those ian Government is the second largest gime. in danger hasn’t always been popular. holder of chemical weapons in the President Obama sought approval 2 Look back at history. There has al- world—only shortly behind North weeks ago for targeted military ac- ways been part of our society that pre- Korea. The well-documented use of tion—action that will hold President fers isolation. Look prior to World War these toxic and unsavory stockpiles by Asad accountable for these heinous I. Look prior to World War II. Some President Bashar al-Asad’s regime is a acts. Congress has done its due dili- prefer isolation. That is the easy thing certain violation of the overwhelming gence. Since President Obama an- to do. But sitting on the sidelines isn’t international consensus forged against nounced he would seek congressional what made the United States of Amer- these weapons nearly 10 decades ago. It approval for the limited military ac- ica the greatest Nation in the world in is a clear violation of human decency. tion against Syria, the Senate has held years past and, yes, today, and sitting This is not the first time Asad has used on the sidelines won’t make us a better chemical weapons against his own citi- many committee hearings and brief- ings as well as five classified all-Mem- Nation tomorrow. zens. We all heard in our classified As America faces yet another crisis briefings that these weapons have been bers briefings. There are more briefings of conscience, another opportunity to used a number of times, but this is the and much debate to come this week— intervene on behalf of humanity, my most gruesome and extensive. including open debate here in the Sen- This morning I watched some film in ate. mind returns to that turning point in my office. The film takes about 13 min- On a bipartisan basis the Senate For- the world’s history when the United utes. It was pictures that were taken eign Relations Committee passed a res- States of America faced down an evil following the dropping of those hor- olution that restricts the use of mili- regime that murdered millions of inno- rible weapons. I will never get that out tary force to 60 days, with a single 30- cent citizens. Millions of civilians and of my mind. There were little baby day extension. The resolution reflects prisoners of war were murdered by gas boys and girls dressed in colorful play President Obama’s proposal for limited in Nazi death camps—Belsen, Tre- clothes. Some of the boys and girls military action—including strikes of blinka, Auschwitz. Never again, swore looked like teenagers. They were limited duration and limited scope. the world. Never again would we per- retching and had spasms with their The resolution plainly states there mit the use of these poisonous weapons arms. Of course there were older people may be no U.S. military boots on the of war. as well. These poisons kill the kids ground. America’s intention, as speci- Fourteen blocks from here, down first. Their little bodies cannot take fied in the resolution, is not to engage Constitution Avenue, is the Holocaust this as well as older folks. It kills the in an open-ended conflict or invasion. Museum. We walk in there and see a older people also but more slowly. Nor is it the Commander in Chief’s in- quote on the wall from Dante’s famous The well-documented use of these un- tention to commit ground troops to ‘‘Inferno.’’ Here is what it says: ‘‘The savory stockpiles by Asad is a certain this conflict or to effect regime hottest places in hell are reserved for violation, I repeat, of the over- change. Rather, the Senate will be vot- those who, in times of great moral cri- whelming international consensus ing to uphold the century-long inter- sis, maintain their neutrality.’’ I re- forged against these weapons 10 dec- national consensus that chemical peat: ‘‘The hottest places in hell are re- ades past. I have talked about human weapons have no place on the battle- served for those who, in times of great decency. It is a clear violation of field and certainly no place in attack- moral crisis, maintain their neu- human decency. ing innocent civilians. This standard trality.’’ I have thought about those The August 21 attacks killed more demands any government—a dictator words very often—and very often late- than 1,000 civilians—including hun- or any other government—that has ly—as I have considered whether Amer- dreds of these children. This week we used chemical weapons to be held ac- ica should take action to avert further will further examine the evidence that countable. atrocities in Syria. is growing which proves the vicious- Some may disagree with my conclu- In Europe, in World War II, far too ness of these attacks and discuss their sions. I don’t expect everyone to agree many were neutral. Far too many brutal results. with the statement I am giving here around the world were neutral. Far too The innocent civilians who were today, as is anyone’s right, but this is many in America were neutral, and in killed by the Syrian Government dur- my firm conviction. Europe, in World War II. Six million

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Some sources, and I don’t doubt the conclu- shot across the bow’’ response by the say it is not in our security interest. sion of the President and others that United States. Russia, China, Britain, France, Ger- Asad is responsible for this attack. What will Hezbollah and Hamas and many, Italy, and the United States—we The President will also most likely Al Qaeda affiliate fighters do when this should all remember our history. There explain that such a horrendous viola- ‘‘show of force’’ is over? What is the were 1.2 million casualties in World tion of international norms deserves a President’s plan of action if the chem- War I from these poisons. worldwide response of condemnation. ical weapons fall into the hands of We should remember our history. Who could possibly look at those these anti-American jihadists? And Rabbi Hillel, a respected and famous standards and those rooms full of dead how about the always-threatened spill- scholar, said more than 2,000 years ago: children and not agree that the per- over of the Syria conflict into Lebanon ‘‘If I care only for myself, what am I? petrators have to face consequences for or Turkey or Jordan? Will an attack If not now, when?’’ their crimes? intended to slap Asad’s wrist while de- I, HARRY REID, say: If not now, when? The President will also surely discuss fending President Obama’s credibility I believe America must set the exam- the issue of credibility. He is likely to make expansion of the conflict more ple for the rest of the world. If America maintain, as he did recently in Stock- likely or less likely? Most importantly, must once again lead—as we have be- holm, that it is not his own credibility the President needs to explain to the fore and we will again—to set an exam- at stake, nor even American credi- American people more thoroughly ex- ple for the world, so be it. This is bility, but the credibility of the inter- actly how America’s national security America. It is who we are as a country. national community that will be and best interests will be served by this That is what we do as a country. That harmed by inaction. response. is where we stand as a country. That is I agree with those who say the Presi- The President, in my opinion, must the American tradition of which I am dent’s credibility and our Nation’s also address additional concerns that proud and a tradition which I have credibility are linked. They are. How- are widely—almost universally—shared faith will continue. ever, with his now notorious and, I be- by the American people. We all know We are the United States of America. lieve, ill-considered ‘‘red line’’ com- that taking America to war without ORDER OF PROCEDURE ment, President Obama has forced us support from the people is the surest Mr. REID. Mr. President, there is an to debate a military attack in yet an- path to disaster. I suggest this must be order outstanding. I ask unanimous other Middle Eastern country. Unfortu- avoided, and the President is going to consent that the order until 5 o’clock nately, it appears that the purpose of have to make his case as to how to today be modified on the motion to this military attack first and foremost avoid that. proceed, with the other aspects of the is perhaps to defend his own credi- Over this last week I visited with order remaining in place. bility. I am certain that if the Presi- Hoosiers from across Indiana to gather The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- dent had not drawn his red line, we their input. Through these visits, as pore. Without objection, it is so or- would not be having this discussion. In well as calls and e-mails by the thou- dered. that case, Asad’s use of such weapons sands, the vast majority—shockingly, RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME would be roundly condemned as yet an- the majority of Hoosiers I have heard The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- other example of his horrendous bru- from are opposed to U.S. military en- pore. Under the previous order, the tality, but we would be no more eager gagement in Syria. As all conscien- leadership time is reserved. to engage militarily in his civil war tious lawmakers, I know I have to bal- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- than we have been as the other 100,000 ance the views of my constituents with pore. Under the previous order, the Syrian people were being slaughtered my own judgment on how best to rep- Senate will be in a period of debate on by more conventional means. resent their interests and the interests the motion to proceed to S.J. Res. 21 Make no mistake—it is the credi- of our country. until 5 p.m., with Senators permitted bility issue that has brought us to this In this case, I must first ask myself, to speak for up to 10 minutes each. pass, and the credibility issue is of what do the people back home in my The Senator from Indiana. President Obama’s own making—his State know that many of the rest of us Mr. COATS. Mr. President, I ask and his alone. here in Washington perhaps do not, or unanimous consent to speak to the So tomorrow evening the President at least have expressed? issues the majority leader just ad- will need to explain to the American First, the people back home know dressed. I don’t anticipate speaking for public exactly what will be achieved by that America has been at war in far-off more than 12 to 15 minutes. I know the this limited, focused attack, as de- lands for more than a decade—12 years minority leader is delayed in being scribed by the administration, beyond on. They have seen long repeated de- able to be here. I would be happy to simply a token punishment for a hor- ployments of their loved ones, and they defer to him when he arrives or I would rendous crime in defense of his credi- have seen the body bags come home. be happy to defer to someone coming bility. The President has said the pro- They are aware of sacrifices that have back to speak on the business of the posed limited attack is to be a ‘‘shot been made in the name of protecting day. across the bow.’’ His Secretary of our interests, but they are less aware The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- State, Secretary Kerry, has said it is of positive results of those sacrifices. pore. Without objection, it is so or- going to be unbelievably small. We They see Iraq descending again into dered. need to know what the plan is, and will conflict as its own citizens continue to Mr. COATS. Mr. President, President be, should President Asad be slaughter one another because of dif- Obama will finally make his case to undeterred by this unbelievably small, ferent interpretations of the Koran or the American people tomorrow, ex- shot-across-the-bow attack. What if he different political motivations or just plaining why he wants to take military isn’t? What then? What do we do next? pure outright quests for power. They action against Syria. His explanation The President needs to explain that. see a corrupt government there that is long overdue. We need to know how this escalation authorizes overflights of Russian air- I think I have a pretty good idea of is likely to influence extremist radical craft bringing modern weapons to what I expect he will say. First, he will fighters now active in Syria—extremist Syria to fuel a similar conflict. explain that we have compelling evi- radical fighters. There is not a line be- Hoosiers see an Afghanistan so deep- dence that it was Asad himself who tween good guys and bad guys here. ly corrupt and ungrateful to the United used long-banned chemical weapons to There is the infiltration of Al Qaeda, States that the current regime tries to murder his own people. This is not seri- al-Nusra, and other terrorist organiza- extort huge ransom payments simply

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Without objection, it is so or- 12 years of effort have contributed to fear here during the past several years, dered. our own national security interests. as I have been engaged on the Iranian Mr. NELSON. Mr. President, I wish Hoosiers look at the spiraling dis- issue of the pursuit of nuclear weapons, to address the subject of Syria. aster in Egypt, where the choices have has been that our country will be too First of all, I wish to commend to been an extremist, deeply anti-Amer- militarily, politically, and economi- anyone who is listening to my voice to ican Islamic radicalism or a brutal and cally exhausted to confront the real view the videos the intelligence com- undemocratic military dictatorship. strategic enemy when our core inter- munity has released. They came from both benefiting from billions of Amer- ests require it. I fear a Syria attack social media. There are 13 videos that ican taxpayer dollars spent on weapons will make this problem even more dif- came from a body of in excess of 100 or lining uniform pockets. In the mean- ficult. To my knowledge, no one has videos, but they show the horror of time, fellow Christians are being killed yet to address this question within the what happens to the human body with in their churches. administration, which President an attack by a weapon of mass destruc- Simply put, the people of Indiana do Obama, like the previous three Presi- tion—in this case, chemical weapons, a not see that American policy and ac- dents, has declared a nuclear-weapons- gas called sarin. tion have attained meaningful results capable Iran to be ‘‘unacceptable.’’ It is my hope the President, when he in the Middle East. Instead, they see a I think this is a critical question we speaks to the Nation on Tuesday, will region of continuing and increasing vi- must have to ask ourselves. For all of show clips of those videos because I olence, chaos, and disintegration. They those who are saying: We will change think very few Americans have seen are war weary and they are discour- the perception of Iran to the point the extent of those videos, even though aged after more than a decade of wars where they will change their behavior they have been shown on some cable that have not produced the desired out- in the pursuit of nuclear weapons by a, shows in some limited amounts. They comes. quote, unbelievably small shot across could see the range of why, almost a What they do not see is an articulate the bow or a military response that century ago, in 1925, the nations of the response. They do not know what our could lead us into further conflict in world came together in a treaty after regional strategy is in the Middle East the Middle East—I think this under- the use of chemical weapons in World because no one is explaining it, much mines our credibility. I think the ques- War I. This treaty banned the use of less pursuing it. They cannot measure tion has to be asked: Is the reverse chemical weapons anywhere, any time, progress because they do not know the going to happen as a consequence of all including in war, because of the hor- destination. And they cannot evaluate of this? rific nature their use causes. In the this latest proposal for a fourth mili- This is a deeply historic and profound 1990s this was subsequently reaffirmed tary engagement in the Middle East be- moment for our Nation. It carries an in a convention or some kind of con- cause they cannot see how it contrib- importance that goes well beyond clave which the nations of the world— utes to our own security here at home. Syria or even the Middle East. This de- I believe in excess of 180 nations— More importantly, they worry that a bate carries important consequences signed banning the use of chemical focused, limited attack on Syria will for the relationship between the execu- weapons. end up being something else entirely tive and legislative branches of our If you watch the videos, you will see because so little thought has been de- government. why. You will see what happens to in- voted to potential unintended con- To refuse the Commander in Chief nocent human beings as they struggle sequences. Yes, they are war weary, war-making authorities when he has for life before the throes of death over- but the American people are also war asked for them is not a decision any of take them. You will see this on the vid- wise. us can take lightly. eos. Of course, parents may wish to use In addition to the above unanswered We must all balance the views of the discretion because it is going to make questions, for me, one of the most im- people we represent—even when they a lasting impression. You will see how portant questions is how this proposed have been nearly unanimous—with the body starts to shut down by the limited strike will affect Iran’s percep- other elements, such as the abstract, nerves being attacked. tion of our resolve and our ability to unknowable geostrategic factors that Interestingly, for the first time in a prevent that country from acquiring could carry profound consequences not CBS interview today, President Asad of nuclear weapons capability. It is not so just for this year or next year, for this Syria has said, has admitted, today, much what we do or how we do it but generation, but for many generations; that Syria has chemical weapons. Up how Iran perceives the action we take. and such as the compelling moral argu- to this point that was denied. No won- This may be the most significant ques- ments that resonate with special der he would want to deny, because tion of all because, unlike Syria, Iran strength in our unique Nation guided when you see what happens in the use poses threats to our core national secu- from birth by moral principles; and of them and what it does to the human rity interests. now even the constitutional challenges nervous system—and I don’t wish to be Part of the administration’s argu- that could affect the delicate balance graphic, because I want anybody listen- ment is that to do nothing would em- we have maintained for two centuries. ing to what I am saying to watch them. bolden the Iranian regime as they pur- I will weigh all I have said before I I hope the President will show them sue their own weapons-of-mass-destruc- announce how I intend to vote on the Tuesday night, to see how the human tion programs. But I think we have to resolution before us. I will defer to the body convulses when it attacks the raise the question, is that really so, or President’s request to address the Na- nervous system—the convulsions, the is it, perhaps, the reverse? Will a lim- tion. In my opinion, consequential ac- twitching, what happens to the face, ited punitive attack discourage the tions proposed by the President need to the respiratory system, and all of the mullahs in Iran because of some degree be clarified and numerous questions evidence that comes from that. of destruction—remember, unbeliev- need to be answered before we grant The American people need to know ably small—or will it actually encour- the authority to the President to en- what we are dealing with, not only in age the Iranians because there is no gage America in yet another Middle Syria but in other nations that possess followup option or broader strategic East conflict. chemical weapons. This is not only context informing our policy? If an at- With that, I yield the floor and sug- sarin, which was the gas used here, but tack is ineffective in altering Asad’s gest the absence of a quorum. also mustard gas and a toxin called VX behavior or fortune, will it not actu- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- that directly attacks the nervous sys- ally encourage Iran in pursuing its own pore. The clerk will call the roll. tem. It does not have to be inhaled,

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There were streams of for that national security—we will If the American people understand data of human signals and geospatial look so divided at that point, whatever the consequences of the use of this, intelligence that revealed regime ac- the scenario is for the future. they will understand why it is classi- tivities that were associated with the What about the mindset of other peo- fied as a weapon of mass destruction, preparations for that chemical weapons ple who want to do harm to the United along with biological weapons of mass attack. Syria chemical weapons per- States? Does it give additional license destruction introducing some plague sonnel, we know, were operating in the to North Korea if we were to do noth- among a community of innocents and, Damascus suburb from August 18 all ing? North Korea is sitting on a huge of course, the weapon of mass destruc- the way through August 21. That was stockpile of chemical weapons, not to tion that most everybody recognizes, the suburb that was attacked. Multiple mention their nuclear weapons. What the nuclear weapon. streams of intelligence indicate the about Iran? We are very concerned as There are three weapons of mass de- Syrian army executed the rocket and they continue to energize weapons ma- struction: chemical, biological, and nu- artillery attack against those suburbs terial and march down the road per- clear. This is why, in the family of civ- in the early morning hours of August haps to building a nuclear weapon. ilized nations, we have said their use is 21. We have satellite detections that What kind of message does it send to so abhorrent that civilized humans say corroborate those attacks from a re- Iran? Just game that out. If Iran had a they should be banned. But they gime-controlled neighborhood to where nuclear weapon or felt free to use weren’t. They were used extensively on the attacks landed. At the same time, chemical weapons, what would that do August 21. social media reports started exploding to the interests of the United States in Before I give the unclassified evi- about a chemical attack in the Damas- that region of the world, not to men- dence, I wish to point out that maybe cus suburbs. Those social media reports tion our allies in the region, of which there is a little opening on the occa- started coming at 2:30 in the morning. there are many. sion of the Russian Foreign Minister Three hospitals in Damascus received So it is clear to this Senator. I will today, since our Secretary of State, al- approximately 3,600 patients displaying admit I don’t know why the President most in an offhanded comment a few the symptoms of a nerve agent expo- did not keep his own counsel and make days ago, said it would certainly be a sure, and they received them in less the decision without saying he wanted game changer if he, Asad, would allow than 3 hours on the morning of August to come to Congress, but he made that the international community to come 21. decision, and now it is up to us. in and take control of his Syrian chem- As I said earlier, there have been Hopefully, there may be some valid- ical weapons. The Russian Foreign over 100 videos attributed to the at- ity to this report coming from the Rus- Minister today picked that up. Sup- tack. This has been distilled down into sian Foreign Minister, but we won’t posedly there is a comment by an offi- 13 videos, many of them showing large know that for a long while, until, as we cial out of Syria who says that is worth numbers of bodies exhibiting the phys- say, the proof is in the pudding with looking into. I can’t speak to the au- ical signs of nerve agent exposure. Any Asad turning over control of all the thenticity of that comment. I have Member of the Senate will have access chemical weapons to an international heard it was said. to the classified information that body. In the meantime, are we going to Whatever it is, of course, Asad is the shows the Syrian opposition does not support the President? Clearly, in the decisionmaker and it is ultimately have the capability to fabricate those interest of the national security of this going to come down on him. But in the videos or the physical symptoms country and our allies, I think that is meantime, what the United States verified by the medical personnel. a position we must take. I will vote yes ought to do—and the Congress of the So when we put all of this together, on the resolution. United States ought to authorize what with past Syrian practice and some of I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- the President of the United States has the small-scale attacks they have done sence of a quorum. requested, that the Congress back him previously, the conclusion is obvious: The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- in giving him the authority to use a The Syrian regime of Bashar Asad was pore. The clerk will call the roll. limited, short duration retaliation in willing and directed the attack on Au- The assistant legislative clerk pro- degrading Asad’s capability of utilizing gust 21. ceeded to call the roll. Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, I ask these weapons in the future. To this Senator, who has had the unanimous consent that the order for If Congress will give the President privilege of seeing and hearing classi- fied information—and I have visited the quorum call be rescinded. that authority, it may well be the addi- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- with President Asad three times, the tional incentive for the ultimate deci- pore. Without objection, it is so or- last time being 6 years ago where the sionmaker, President Asad, to do what dered. the Russian Foreign Minister has sug- two of us had a sharp exchange over Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, what gested. That would be a good thing. what was happening in Lebanon and is the pending business before the Sen- In the meantime, they are going to the fact he was harboring Hamas and ate? be debating this and we are going to be Hezbollah, which of course he denied— The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- put to the question: Do we support the the conclusion is obvious: There is a pore. The Senate is on the motion to President in this time of peril? substantial body of information that proceed to S.J. Res. 21. Let us look at the facts. I think when corroborates that the Syrian Govern- Ms. MIKULSKI. Which is? you see the videos, clearly, most every ment was responsible for the chemical The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- reasonable human being is going to weapons attack on August 21. pore. The Syria resolution. conclude chemical weapons were used There is additional information for Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, it is on innocents in the Damascus suburbs the Senators to see, but the question to that ominous resolution that I on the night of August 21. is, Are we going to agree to the Presi- would like to speak. The question then, of course, is, is dent’s request that we authorize him to Within a few days the Senate will be there a chain of custody to show in fact attack? If we don’t, where does that called upon to vote on whether to give they came from the Syrian army? leave the President on any kind of ne- the President of the United States lim- There is an unclassified body of evi- gotiations in the future? If the Presi- ited authority to use military action in dence that clearly shows, to put it in dent decides to go ahead and attack, response to Syrian President Asad’s the speak of the intelligence commu- we automatically give to the opponents use of chemical weapons against his nity, we have high confidence. That in these countries—especially Presi- own people. It is an enormous and means it happened. dent Asad and North Korea and Iran— grave decision. It is the most serious How did that happen? The assess- the obvious scenario that the American vote I can take. ment is the Syrian chemical weapons people are so divided that they won’t When a U.S. Senator is called upon to personnel, who are associated with the support the President. So if he were to authorize America’s use of military ac- chemical weapons part of the Syrian decide to attack—knowing it is his re- tion or military might, it calls for the

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I wanted to hear from the Arab those weapons again and to degrade can vote on our budget this year, but League, beyond: Yes, we want Asad to Asad’s capability and capacity to use there will be another vote next year. be accountable. I don’t know what that them. You can vote to confirm a member of means—hold him accountable. What I also listened to the President’s the Cabinet, but they serve at the does that mean? Does it mean if we use promise—and I take him at his word— pleasure of the President. But once you missiles they will send in Arab men to that any action would not be boots on vote to use military might or military defend Arab women and children? I the ground; that it is not an extended action, it is irrevocable, so I take it have not quite heard that. air campaign; that it is not another very seriously. I have waited to hear from our allies, Iraq or Afghanistan; that we are not in I say to the men and women of our and there are a hearty, reliable few it to try to do regime change. That military that we owe them a tremen- who have supported us. Are they going must come from the Syrian opposition dous debt of gratitude. I think that to help support the chemical weapons themselves, and I hope others help do should not only be with yellow ribbons, treaty? Are they going to help support that. It is meant to deter the use of but we also owe it to them to do the the moderates in the opposition? Have chemical weapons and to degrade due diligence to choose the wisest, they called for a donor conference on Asad’s capability. most prudent course. refugees? Hello out there. I believe the President’s plan is the This is what I have done as I have Then there is the U.N. Security best response to protect U.S. security contemplated my vote on the Syria Council. By the way, I applaud the interests in the region and to show resolution. I went to numerous brief- work of the U.N. weapons inspectors commitment to our common security ings before Asad used chemical weap- and the U.N.’s work on refugees, but interests with allies such as Turkey, ons, and I have gone to all of the brief- where is the Security Council? People Jordan, and Israel. Therefore, after ings since then. I participated as a will say: Oh, we can’t act unless the great reflection and as much due dili- member of the Intelligence Committee Security Council acts. Three times gence as I could do, I want to announce in a variety of meetings. I went to a Asad enablers at the U.N., Russia and today to my colleagues, and most of all classified House and Senate briefing. I China, have vetoed every effort to to the people of Maryland who sup- ported me, that I will support the have listened carefully to the Presi- move to a political solution—vetoed President’s request for a targeted, lim- dent, to the Secretary of State, to the three times efforts to move to a polit- ited military action against the Syrian Secretary of Defense, and even had the ical solution. The U.N. seems paralyzed President Bashar Asad’s regime in re- opportunity to sit with the Vice Presi- in this effort. sponse to the horrific, grim, and ghoul- dent of the United States in the Situa- In deciding my vote, I had to be sure that chemical weapons were used by ish use of chemical weapons. tion Room at the White House to go Let me be clear: I have no grand the Asad regime. I was 1 of 19 Senators over this situation and what options hopes or illusions about what this who voted against going to war in Iraq. are available to the United States of strike will do. I do not believe this I did vote after 9/11 to use lethal action America. strike will stop Syria’s brutal civil against the Taliban, but when it came In addition to listening here in Wash- war. I do not believe this strike will to the Iraq war, as a member of the In- ington, I have also listened to my stop Asad from being a ruthless, brutal telligence Committee I had reviewed Marylanders, whether at events or dictator. I do not believe a strike will meetings going around the State, these briefs and I did not believe Sad- eliminate all of his chemical weapons. whether it has been grocery shopping dam Hussein had nuclear weapons so I But I do believe it will deter and de- or just being out in the Maryland com- voted no. I was right. grade his capability to strike again, This time is different because, after munity. I have also gotten thousands and I do believe when you sign up for a extensive briefings and the evidence of e-mails and calls from Maryland convention to ban the use of chemical that has been outlined to members of constituents, and I want to thank them weapons, the United States of America for their civic engagement. They over- the Intelligence Committee, I am satis- acts in accordance with its responsi- whelmingly oppose military action in fied that, indeed, chemical weapons bility. Syria. My constituents have spoken were used in Syria and I am satisfied Syria is one of the toughest foreign loudly and clearly. They don’t want a the Asad regime gave the order to do policy issues on which we have focused; war. They don’t want boots on the so. there are not many good options. Yet I ground. They don’t want an all-in ef- There are those who say to me: Sen- believe the President’s plan is the best fort. They don’t want to use or expend ator BARB, aren’t you concerned about way and, as of this moment, the only America’s talent and treasure on an- the risks and the retaliations if we way forward. He has my support. other military expedition. They don’t take action? You bet I am. I worry In today’s late-breaking news, I un- want war, and neither do I. about that. I worry about my own derstand Russia has now said: Oh, let’s Yet the use of chemical weapons—a country. I worry about our own mili- put these weapons under international weapon of mass destruction—grim and tary. I worry about treasured allies control. Where were the Russians dur- ghoulish, mandates a response. The use such as Jordan, Israel, Turkey. But I ing the U.N. Security Council meetings of chemical weapons flies against all also worry about the risk of doing on those three other occasions? Is this international law and international nothing because, as I weigh this, I be- another tactic for delay? Is this just norms. It is an act that should have lieve the risk and retaliatory possibili- another tactic to enable Asad to have consequences or I believe it surely will ties are the same even if we do not act more time to focus? happen again—in Syria, possibly in because if they do not use them in re- I remain skeptical, but I will leave Korea, possibly used by Iran. taliation against us there is a very that to the President to analyze the Since the attack, I have been waiting good chance that if we leave it Russians’ intent about what their fol- and hoping for a worldwide reaction be- unresponded to, they will use them lowthrough is on that. Today is not to cause if it is serious enough for the anyway. There is no guarantee that by mandate the strike. My vote does not world to be aghast, then it is serious doing nothing the bad guys, who have mandate a strike. But my vote is to enough for them to respond. chemical weapons, will do nothing. In say: Mr. President, you are the Com- I have been waiting to hear from the fact, I fear that Asad, Iran, and North mander in Chief. We can only have one 189 countries that are signatories to Korea will be further emboldened. at a time. You analyze the situation the Chemical Weapons Convention. I Last, I had to review the President’s and if you think it is necessary to pro- believe if you sign a treaty or a con- resolution that is pending before us, tect the security of the United States vention, you sign up for the responsi- that came out of the Foreign Relations of America and to fulfill our respon- bility that comes with that, which Committee, modified, and the Presi- sibilities under the conventions we

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What the world was saying in 1925 with my colleagues and also further in Those who have some memory of this was clear: These chemical weapons this debate, in coming to closure, hope- war—either from a history class or would never, ever be accepted in the fully this week. having spoken to someone who served civilized world. This message was re- I yield the floor. there—understand what it meant. affirmed by the Convention on the Pro- I note the absence of a quorum. These photos can’t do justice to the hibition of the Development, Produc- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- devastation of chemical weapons and tion, Stockpiling, and Use of Chemical pore. The clerk will call the roll. poison gas, but this is a German gas at- Weapons, which went into effect in 1997 The bill clerk proceeded to call the tack on the Eastern Front in World and to which almost every country in roll. War I. We can see that as the gas the world has signed—almost every billowed, the victims were anyone who Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask country. Those who have not signed: happened to be in its wake. unanimous consent that the order for Angola, Egypt, North Korea, South This is also a photograph of British the quorum call be rescinded. Sudan, and Syria. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- troops from World War I who were sub- pore. Without objection, it is so or- jected to the poison gas, the chemical While not completely taken off the dered. weapon of the day, and blinded during world’s battlefields—notably in the Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I rise the battle of Estaire in 1918. These case of Iraq, which used poison gas today to discuss the situation in Syria photos show just a snapshot of the use against Iran and its own Kurdish peo- and the historic choice facing this Con- of poison gases which don’t reach the ple in the 1980s—the global prohibition gress and America. I have been deeply level of virulence of those used today. against using chemical weapons has concerned about the situation in Syria Yet maybe even more poignant are the been largely upheld for almost a cen- since March of 2011, when thousands of audio recordings of the actual former tury, that is, until last month in Da- Syrians from all backgrounds peace- World War I British soldiers main- mascus, Syria. Syria has one of the fully protested for a change in the poli- tained by the BBC for generations so largest stockpiles of chemical weapons tics and the economy of their country. the experience would not be forgotten. in the world. This is one excerpt of British troops I think many of us believed these At our hearing last week, I asked peaceful protests would lead to the end struggling to cope with the effects of chemical warfare: General Dempsey whether the reports of an autocratic Asad regime, just as which we have from the French were other despots have fallen in other parts Propped up against a wall was a dozen men—all gassed—their colours were black, accurate. They reported the Syrians of the Arab world. now have almost 1,000 tons of chemical Yet President Bashar al-Asad, like green and blue, tongues hanging out and eyes staring—one or two were dead and oth- agents and hundreds of tons of the his father before him, Hafez al-Asad, ers beyond human aid, some were coughing deadly gas sarin, which has been de- instead responded with horrific vio- up green froth from their lungs—as we ad- tected in the pathological investiga- lence to suppress the aspirations of his vanced we passed many more men lying in tion of those who were victims on Au- own people. With the disturbing help of the ditches and gutterways—shells were gust 21 in Damascus, Syria. Russia, Hezbollah, and Iran, Asad has bursting all around. managed to hang on to power and turn This BBC report went on to say: Despite all international warnings his country into a humanitarian night- My Respirator fell to pieces with the con- not to do so—the Syrian Government is mare. tinual removal and readjustment—the gas literally a superpower when it comes to I met with the Russian Ambassador closed my eyes and filled them with matter chemical weapons and has an arsenal to the United States here in my office and I could not see. I was left lying in the on such a large scale—on August 21, in in Washington on this issue. I visited trench with one other gassed man and var- the desperation of war, Bashar Asad the refugee camps along the Turkish ious wounded beings and corpses and forced unleashed these chemical weapons in to lie and spit, cough and gasp the whole of his own city on his own people. border. I talked with the moderate Syr- the day in that trench. ian opposition in Istanbul. I discussed Another soldier recorded by the BBC These are horrible pictures of what this situation with the Turkish Presi- said: happened as a result of that attack. I dent, Mr. Gul, and their Foreign Min- . . . the faces of our lads who lay in the have seen worse. One room of children ister, Davutoglu, and met with many open changed colour and presented a grue- stacked like cordwood—victims of Chicago-area Syrian Americans. some spectacle. Their faces and hands gradu- these chemical weapons. We don’t be- I hoped diplomatic and economic ally assumed a blue and green color and lieve it was the first time he has used pressure would bring an end to the their buttons and metal fittings on their uni- them, and his father used them before mayhem and human suffering in Syria. form were all discoloured. Many lay there him. But it is the largest scale we have I know the American people feel a re- with their legs drawn up and clutching their ever seen of the use of chemical weap- throats. sponsibility for those overseas in need ons by Asad in Syria. and those who are struggling to find As a result of the horrors of World freedom. But I also know something War I, in 1925 the Geneva Protocol pro- Syria has crossed the line the civ- else about the people of my State of Il- hibited the use of chemical and biologi- ilized world said must never be crossed. linois, and I believe of this country: cal weapons in war. It was drawn up Not only has the community of nations They are weary of war. and signed at a conference held in Ge- agreed that such weapons are never to Then came the August 21 chemical neva under the auspices of the League be used but other regimes with weap- attack in the suburbs of Damascus in of Nations, the precursor of the United ons of mass destruction or plans for the middle of the night. At that mo- Nations. This happened in June of 1925, such weapons—including North Korea ment an important challenge was and it became a force of law in Feb- and Iran—are undoubtedly watching to thrown down to the international com- ruary of 1928. Syria was a signatory to see what the world will do now. munity. That is not in any way to di- this agreement. Now that Bashar Asad has used minish the violence that has taken Let me read the opening of this pro- chemical weapons in Syria, now that place in Syria over the last several tocol. It is even relevant today. the world has reported it, now that the years. Over 100,000 died in that vio- Whereas the use in war of asphyxiating, photos are there for the world to see, lence. poisonous or other gases, and of all analo- and now that the pathological inves- But when it comes to the use of gous liquids, materials or devices, has been tigations are completed, what will the chemical weapons, the world made a justly condemned by the general opinion of world do? Ideally there is a place to re- the civilized world; and decision almost 100 years ago about Whereas the prohibition of such use has solve it—the U.N. Security Council. their use—even in war. How did we been declared in Treaties to which the ma- But, sadly, both Russia and China have reach this international consensus on jority of Powers of the world are Parties; and said they will veto not only any effort

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I can re- been honest with me and with the sands of Russian soldiers who were vic- call the scene. It was late at night, American people about the situation tims of chemical weapon attacks in after midnight, right here in the well we face. I know the options are not World War I. In May 1915 alone, Rus- of the Senate when three of us were good. They never are under these cir- sian soldiers on the Eastern Front suf- left. It was Kent Conrad of North Da- cumstances. But I also know that if we fered 9,000 casualties—1,000 of them fa- kota and, of course, from Minnesota turn our backs on this situation, there talities—as a result of German chem- our friend, the late Senator who served will be some dictator in Iran or North ical weapons. with so much distinction and spoke out Korea who will be emboldened to do Today I was in the airport in Chi- so many times on issues of morals and even more—to perhaps use not just cago, and the news was flashing about ethics. We cast the vote no and waited chemical weapons but even nuclear an overture made by President Putin in this empty Chamber. weapons. There comes a point when we to try to put an end to this con- I thought about that vote so many have to take a stand. troversy. I, of course, salute and ap- times. I think it was the right vote to I understand when the people I rep- plaud any effort to resolve this the vote no, but there comes a moment in resent across Illinois have said to me right way and verifiable way, and to do history when we have to stand as civ- so many times in the last week: Why is it with dispatch. ilized nations and say to those who are it always the United States? Why is it What I understand this proposal to be willing to ignore the rules and to break that we have to be involved in this so is that the Syrians will somehow de- the rules that a line cannot be crossed. many times? Why do we have to be the stroy their cache of chemical weapons I hope we can get that done, and not policemen to the world? and, of course, forswear never to use just for the memory of Senator Well, there is a basic answer to that. them. That would be a good oppor- Wellstone and Senator Conrad, but in I would like to believe we have values tunity, but it will be a difficult out- memory of so many who served here the rest of the world looks up to. Oh, come because investigating with a and faced these challenges in the past we have stumbled in our own history, third party, such as the United Na- in our history. I hope we can find a dip- and we will continue to do so, but we tions, verifying where these weapons lomatic solution that will avoid any continue to fight for those basic values are, removing them from Syria in the military use, but I know the reason we all around the world. midst of a civil war, is particularly have reached this point in diplomacy Secondly, if someone is in trouble in challenging. If there is a way to do this with this Putin overture has more to their country somewhere in the world diplomatically, safely, and to do it in a do with the President being determined and they have one 9–1–1 call to make, fashion where we can be certain this to stand for a matter of principle than they pray to God the United States type of atrocity will not occur again, almost anything else. We have to con- will answer because we have the best we absolutely have a responsibility to tinue to make it clear that we find it military in the world. We have re- pursue it. unacceptable to use these chemical sponded to challenges around the world I don’t understand how Russia and weapons. We paid a bitter price for the throughout history, and seldom do we China can be signatories to the 1925 Ge- war in Iraq as a nation when we were leave a residual power base behind. We neva Protocols and the Convention on misled as to weapons of mass destruc- go in, we do the job, we come home. the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, tion. That is something we can’t say for a and then turn around and protect Syria I have seen the evidence in briefings lot of nations. It is an awesome respon- in the Security Council of the United of this deadly attack in Damascus. I sibility. Nations. If there is one international think the evidence is overwhelming I think the President is doing the agency that should be involved in any and convincing. I think at this point right thing. I think his appeal to the major diplomatic effort to resolve this many Americans are reluctant to even leaders around the world and his appeal peacefully, it should be the United Na- consider the use of military force. So to the American people is consistent tions. we sat down and drew up a resolution with our values as a nation. We should call on Mr. Putin to step in the Senate Foreign Relations Com- The President doesn’t come quickly forward with the leaders in China and mittee last week. There are strict limi- to war. He is a person who understands, say they will work with the Security tations within this resolution about as I do, the heavy price that has to be Council to execute any diplomatic pol- the President’s authority and power. paid, and he understands there are mo- icy that can avoid further military He has 60 days to execute a military ments when a leader—a commander in confrontation. Until then, make no strategy—if nothing else intervenes, 60 chief, a person with the responsibility mistake, President Putin’s proposal days. He can extend it 30 days, but even of protecting his nation in a dangerous today, and the activities we are seeing Congress can object to that if it wishes. world—has to step forth and lead. If and hearing from Syria, are a direct re- He can use military weapons but only the United States did not take this on- sult of President Obama’s leadership. for the purposes specified. No troops on erous leadership role, I doubt anyone He has stepped up—even though it is an the ground. No troops in combat oper- else would have. unpopular position with some in this ations. As Senator MCCAIN said yester- I take very seriously the President’s country—and said we cannot ignore day, that will be part of the law. The promise that he won’t be putting boots this redline created by the world when President has already said that is his on the ground in Syria. I have been to it came to chemical weapons. It is time standard as well. So for those who are too many funerals and visited too for others to stand and join us in stop- worried about mission creep and where many disabled veterans to ever want to ping the advancement and use of chem- this might lead us, if, God forbid, we see us do that again, except when it is ical weapons once and for all. are faced with that possibility, this absolutely necessary for America’s sur- I have been listening to this Syria de- resolution strictly limits what the vival. bate, and I cannot say how many times President can do. I think what we are doing this week I have harkened back to that time 12 It was about 8 days ago that I got a in the Senate is a step in the right di- years ago when we debated entering phone call I will never forget at my rection, and I believe it is a step that the war in Iraq. It was another one of home in Springfield late on a Sunday can move us toward a safer world. If we those votes that come along in the night from the President himself. We can find, because of the President’s course of a congressional career that talked for about half an hour. We leadership, a diplomatic response that keeps you awake at night. talked about a lot of things because we avoids further military conflict but I was serving on the Intelligence go back a long way. He talked to me keeps us safe from these deadly chem- Committee in the Senate. I sat through about his thought process and what he ical weapons, we should pursue it.

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The Sen- marched upward and almost doubled August 11, 2013. It starts by talking ator from Connecticut. since then. about Torrance Dawkins, a 22-year-old Mr. MURPHY. Mr. President, I ask This has been a really bad summer in Waterbury man who was celebrating unanimous consent that the order for Connecticut. For instance, in places his birthday in a New Haven nightclub the quorum call be rescinded. such as New Haven and Hartford and when he was shot and killed at about The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Bridgeport, we thought we were mak- 1:30 on August 11. objection, it is so ordered. ing some real progress when it came to The article goes on and sort of cas- Mr. MURPHY. Mr. President, I ask the number of homicides by guns. This ually says that later that day New unanimous consent to speak as in summer, unfortunately, we saw far too Haven police responded to more gun vi- morning business. many, people such as Devaante Jack- olence. A local rapper was putting up The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without son, 18 years old, who was killed on Au- sheets on an upcoming concert he was objection, it is so ordered. gust 15 of this year in New Haven. He going to be holding in town, and he suf- GUN VIOLENCE was killed in a driveby shooting while fered a single gunshot wound to his Mr. MURPHY. Mr. President, almost simply standing on a sidewalk just neck. Davon Goodwin, who was 18 years all of this week on the floor of the Sen- after 8 o’clock on the evening of Au- old, was later that day shot in the ate will be dedicated to one of the most gust 15. A friend of Devaante’s said: thigh on Hamilton Street. And just be- serious, if not the most serious, mat- I don’t understand why somebody would do fore 5 p.m. that day, police were called ters this body ever considers—that of this to him. He’s real good. I never knew he to an area near Dixwell Avenue and war and peace and the question of had any problems with anybody because he found out that Jermaine Adams, 41, whether we engage American military always (got) along with everybody. had received a gunshot wound to his assets in conflicts across the globe. I Another friend said: face. Those last three people miracu- am sure I will be back to the floor later He wasn’t a bad kid; he was just in the lously survived. But we can see how this week to speak on that weighty wrong spot at the wrong time . . . everybody casual gun violence can be on a sum- matter. I appreciate the very pas- should know . . . stop the violence, put the mer Sunday in New Haven, CT. One sionate remarks of the Senator from Il- guns down. young man died as a consequence of a linois on this subject. A few days later in Hartford, at the dispute at a nightclub, and three other Almost every week over the last sev- same nightclub, in two separate inci- people luckily survived who were shot eral months when the Senate has been dents, two young men—Miguel later in the day. in session, I have come to the floor to Delgado, age 21, and Brian Simpe, age Every single day in this country—in talk about another subject of life-and- 19—were killed. Disputes started in the the United States of America—30 peo- death consequence; that is, the growing nightclub and spilled out onto the ple are dying due to gun violence. Al- number of individuals across this coun- streets of Hartford—two different dis- most 8,000 people have died since the try who have been killed by guns. We putes, two different incidents, and both tragedy in Sandy Hook, and this body are going to debate life and death on of these boys were killed. has done nothing to stop it. We have the Senate floor this week as we try to Brian was 19 years old. He graduated had commonsense legislation before figure out what the course of American from Manchester High School and at- this Senate that would just say: You intervention may or may not be in a tended Manchester Community Col- know what. If you have a criminal his- place on the other side of the Earth in lege. He worked at ShopRite in order tory, you should not be able to buy a which far too many innocent people, to make enough money to go to com- gun, no matter where you buy it—at a little babies and adults alike, are being munity college. He wanted to start his gun show, from a gun dealer, online. killed. We also need to debate what we own business. He was a kid who wanted We have had commonsense bipartisan are going to do to prevent the fact that to do something great with his life. Be- legislation on the floor saying: You babies and teenagers and adults right fore he headed out that night, he know what. It should be a crime to buy here in the United States of America tweeted, ‘‘Just another summer night a whole mess-load of guns from a gun are being killed. So I have brought this out.’’ Unfortunately, in places such as store and then go out and intentionally poster down—or a variant of it—a cou- Hartford and New Haven and Bridge- sell them to criminals. We cannot get ple of times a month every single port and Baltimore and Chicago and that passed either. month since about April of this year, Los Angeles, this is just another sum- We even tried to just say: Let’s beef and it shows a number. The number is mer night out. Too many people are up our mental health system to make a pretty simple number. It represents being killed simply as a result of com- sure people who have serious mental the number of people in the United mon disputes, this time happening in a illnesses get the treatment they need States who have been killed by guns nightclub in Hartford. so they do not resort to violence—the since December 14. Domestic violence, as we know, un- very few who do. That was part of the As we get further away from that fortunately, often leads to tragic homi- bill we could not get passed. date, maybe people forget what it is, cidal incidents. Janice Lesco, from So I am going to continue to come but in Connecticut we will never, ever Coventry, CT, died on August 24—just a down to the floor to give voices to forget what that date means. December few weeks ago—from a gunshot wound these victims, to talk about the real 14 is the date on which 20 little 6- and to the chest. Her husband, who shot people, the stories behind the dozens of 7-year-old boys and girls were killed in- her, then committed suicide. Her hus- people who are killed every day by side Sandy Hook Elementary School, band had a well-documented and dec- guns and the 8,000 people who have along with 6 teachers and professionals ade-long history of threats and abuse. been killed since Sandy Hook. We are who protected them, as well as the Ms. Lesco was a mother and a grand- going to make an important decision gunman and his mother. Twenty-eight mother. She had lived in Coventry for this week about whether we are going people in all were killed that day. It most of her life. to commit military assets to the Mid- has lit a spark under the American Luckily, in Connecticut we have an dle East, and maybe that debate will consciousness about this issue, which agreement that people who have a his- stretch into next week and the week has frankly been lingering for far too tory of domestic violence shouldn’t get after. But we should not forget that long. their hands on a gun, but they can if while people are dying overseas, people Twenty-eight people died in Newtown they walk into a gun show or if they are dying due to gun violence right on December 14, but every day across buy their gun on the Internet. We can’t here in the United States, and before it this country, on average, 30 people die simply make the decision here that if a is too late—before another 8,000 people

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The tics aside, weigh the facts, search our taken, and simply called for any state clerk will call the roll. consciences, and pass a resolution in that used chemical weapons to be held The legislative clerk proceeded to committee that we believe is in the na- accountable. call the roll. tional security interest of the Amer- On the day of the attack, August 21, Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I ask ican people. Russia blocked a Security Council unanimous consent that the order for I have said before and will say again: press statement simply expressing the quorum call be rescinded. This is not a declaration of war but a ‘‘concern’’ that chemical weapons The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without declaration of our values to the world. might have been used. objection, it is so ordered. I want to thank Senator CORKER for On August 6, Russia blocked another Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, we being a close partner in helping to tai- press statement welcoming the news come to this Chamber as we have many lor and focus the language of this reso- that a UN investigations team would times before—to make one of the most lution so it reflects the will of the com- investigate three sites, and calling for difficult decisions we are tasked to mittee, the interests of the American their full and fettered access to those make: the authorization of the use of people, and gives the President the au- sites. American military power—this time in thority he needs to respond to Syria’s Russia has also vetoed a Security Syria, to respond to the horrific at- use of chemical weapons against its Council resolution enshrining the June tack, including the use of chemical own people. 30 Geneva Communique brokered by weapons, of August 21 that took the What we know. What we know is Kofi Annan, vetoed a resolution calling lives of 1,429 Syrians, including at least clear, notwithstanding Asad’s inter- for an end to violence in Syria, vetoed 426 children. view and his denials. a draft resolution endorsing the Arab The world is watching, America is According to the declassified intel- League’s plan of action that would waiting to see what we do in this ligence assessment, we know—with have condemned human rights viola- Chamber in response to the threat the high confidence—that the Syrian Gov- tions. world faces from those who cross the ernment carried out a chemical weap- They blocked a press statement call- line of human decency and use chem- ons attack in the Damascus suburbs on ing for humanitarian access to the be- ical weapons against anyone, anywhere August 21. sieged city of Homs, and one calling for in the world. We know that the buck stops with Syrian authorities to provide the UN The images of August 21 were sick- Asad—his interview-denials aside. We with humanitarian access. ening and, in my view, the world can- know that he controls the regime’s Over the course of the conflict in not ignore the inhumanity and horror stockpiles of chemical agents, includ- Syria, the United States Government, of what Bashar al-Asad did. ing mustard, sarin, and VX gas, and specifically the State Department, has As I have had to say too many times has thousands of munitions capable of met consistently with its close allies before as a Member of Congress: I do delivering them, again, under his con- and partners, as well as with Syria’s not take the responsibility to author- trol. neighbors, to help prepare the region to ize military force lightly or make such It is inconceivable—and defies all detect, prevent, and respond to poten- decisions easily. I voted against the logic—that he would not know about tial use or proliferation of chemical war in Iraq when it was popular, ac- the preparations and deployment of weapons. cording to the polls, to vote for the war these horrific weapons. As Ambassador Power acknowledged and strongly supported the withdrawal We know that personnel involved in in her remarks at the Center for Amer- of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. But the program are carefully vetted to en- ican Progress on September 6, the today I urge my colleagues to support sure loyalty to the regime and the se- United States has regularly engaged this tightly crafted, clearly focused curity of the program. with the Russians and Iranians to at- resolution to give the President au- We know that chemical weapons per- tempt to get them to use their influ- thorization to use military force in the sonnel from the Syrian Scientific Stud- ence to stop the Asad regime from face of this horrific crime against hu- ies and Research Center, subordinate using chemical weapons. manity. to the regime’s Ministry of Defense, The same day, September 6, the Yes, there are clearly risks to any ac- were operating in the Damascus suburb United States and 10 other countries tion we authorize, but the con- of ‘Adra from Sunday, August 18 until issued a joint statement condemning sequences of inaction—the con- early in the morning on Wednesday Au- the Asad regime’s use of chemical sequences of standing down from fully gust 21 near an area the regime uses to weapons. They were: Australia, Can- upholding the norms of international mix chemical weapons including sarin. ada, France, Italy, Japan, the Republic behavior—are greater and graver still: Human intelligence, as well as signal of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Turkey, further humanitarian disaster in Syria, and geospatial intelligence have shown and Great Britain. Since then 14 other regional instability, the loss of Amer- regime activity in the preparation of nations have also signed onto that ican credibility around the world, an chemicals prior to the attack, includ- statement: Albania, Croatia, Denmark, emboldened Iran and North Korea, and ing the distribution and use of gas Estonia, Germany, Honduras, Hungary, the disintegration of international law. masks. Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Morocco, This vote will be among the most dif- Some may still be skeptical about Qatar, Romania, and the United Arab ficult any of us will be asked to make. Asad’s direct involvement, but clearly Emirates. But the American people expect us to the buck stops with Asad when it It is only the threat by the President, make the hard decisions and take the comes to the use of these weapons. and this resolution, that would drive hard votes. They expect us to put aside Some may also be skeptical that we both Russia and Syria to the negoti- political differences and personal have not done enough to allow diplo- ating table. ideologies, forget partisanship and pre- macy to work, but the fact is we have The facts are clear. We have tried di- conceptions, forget the polls and per- tried diplomacy. We have gone to the plomacy. sonal consequences. UN on many occasions, and it has only Let us understand that this action is This is a moment for a profile in bought Asad more time. not a choice of force or diplomacy. It is courage—a moment for each of us to do Notwithstanding Russia’s belated about both. what we know is right—based on what offer today to take action, which, by It is about enforcing international we know is in the best interest of the the way, only be on the table today norms that will, at the end of the day, United States, regardless of the polls specifically because of the threat of the leverage necessary UN action and help or pontifications of political pundits. use of force, let us not forget it has bring about a political solution. To be clear, the authorization Sen- been their intransigence that brought For those who want to see UN Secu- ator CORKER and I seek is for focused us to this point in the first place. rity Council action, those who want to

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This resolution will century, then we risk the same horrors and responses that have been given have clear and verifiable consequences. again in this century. from Syria, I do not think we have any It will help keep these weapons in Let us not fail the test of history. idea whether there is credibility at check, degrade Asad’s ability to deploy Let us say to the world that we can- present. them, and prevent the proliferation of not allow anyone to use chemical What I do know is there would be ab- chemical weapons and their use by weapons again, and that we can never solutely zero conversation about that anyone, anywhere in the world. allow such weapons to fall into the had our committee not passed an au- The resolution will have clear con- hands of stateless-actors and terrorists thorization out on a 10-to-7 vote and if sequences, but it is also not open- who would unleash them against Amer- we were not taking this up this week. ended. ica or American interests around the So I wish to commend the chairman for It appropriately narrows the scope, world. his leadership on this issue. I have en- duration, and breadth of the authority I repeat what I said earlier: Let us joyed working with him. I have enjoyed granted to meet Congressional con- understand that this action is not working with him on all the issues rel- cerns, and the concerns of the Amer- about force or diplomacy. It is about ative to Syria and all the other things ican people. both. It is about enforcing inter- It is tightly tailored to give the we have done in a bipartisan way. national norms that will, at the end of I think it has been the tradition—I President ‘‘necessary and appropriate’’ the day, leverage necessary UN action know it has been the tradition of this authority to use military force to re- and help bring about a political solu- body, when it comes to issues beyond spond to the use of weapons of mass de- tion. our shorelines, to set aside partisan- struction by the Syrian government; For those who want to see UN Secu- ship, as was mentioned a moment ago, protect the national security interests rity Council action, those who want to and do things that are in the best in- of the United States and our allies and push Syria to sign a chemical weapons partners; and degrade Syria’s capacity terests of our Nation. There is nothing agreement and give up their weapons, to use such weapons in the future. more important that each Member of It has a requirement for determina- this is the best path to getting there. this body will take up than the author- tion that the use of military force is Make no mistake, the use of chem- ization for the use of military force. I necessary, that appropriate diplomatic ical weapons by the Syrian regime ulti- sensed it the other day in our com- and other peaceful means to prevent mately represents a national security mittee. I have sensed it with those the deployment and use of chemical threat to the United States, a global whom I have talked to since. Each weapons by Syria have been used, and security threat we cannot ignore. Member is looking at this with a sense that the United States has both a spe- Let me read what our former col- of humility and soberness. I truly be- cific military plan to achieve the goal league and respected Chairman of the lieve it is up to each Member to make of responding to the use of weapons of Foreign Relations Committee, Senator this decision. mass destruction by the Syrian govern- Lugar, recently said in the press: ‘‘We I will say the issues of Syria are ment and that the use of military force are talking about weapons of mass de- something I am familiar with. I have is consistent with the broader goals of struction. We are talking about chem- traveled to the region, as I know the U.S. strategy toward Syria, including ical weapons in particular which may chairman and many others have. I have achieving a negotiated settlement to be the greatest threat to our country of traveled three times this year. I wrote the conflict, and a limitation that any security risk we have—much more an op-ed in the New York Times in specifies that the resolution ‘‘does not than any other government, or another April regarding what our response to authorize the use of United States nation—because they can be used by Syria should be. Our committee thank- Armed Forces on the ground in Syria terrorists, by very small groups. fully passed, on a 15-to-3 vote on May for the purposes of combat operations’’ The use of those weapons has got to 21, with the chairman’s leadership, the assuring there will be no ‘‘boots on the concern us to the point that we take Syria Transition Support Act. ground.’’ action whenever any country crosses This was to support the vetted mod- The authorization would end after 60 that line and use these weapons as we erate opposition and require the ad- days, with the President having the have seen in Syria.’’ ministration to develop a comprehen- ability to request and certify for an- Senator Lugar is right. We must be sive strategy. I know Members of this other 30 days, and with Congress hav- concerned—deeply concerned—and that body know I support this authoriza- ing an opportunity to pass a resolution is why we must act. The danger of pro- tion. I helped write it with the chair- of disapproval. It provides for an inte- liferation is too great—too much of a man. I am very comfortable with my grated United States Government risk—for us to stand silent and stand position in supporting this and believe strategy for Syria, including a com- down. what we have done with this authoriza- prehensive review of current and I urge my colleagues to put aside pol- tion we have done in the right and cor- planned U.S. diplomatic, political, eco- itics, polls, and preconceptions and do rect way. nomic and military policy towards what we know, at the end of the day, is I will say I have been very dismayed Syria, and requires a Report to Con- in the national security of the Amer- at the administration’s lack of re- gress on the status of the military op- ican people. sponse after stating publicly that they erations. I know my colleagues on both Again, I want to thank Senator were going to support the vetted mod- sides will want to offer a range of CORKER and members of the committee erate opposition in certain ways. I have amendments. for working quickly together to re- been very frustrated at the response Let me say in conclusion, history has spond to this crisis with a well-crafted and the lack of support in that way. As taught us harsh lessons when it comes resolution that is a declaration of our I mentioned, I was just in the area 3 to the use of chemical weapons. values and will send a clear message weeks ago. I visited the same refugee The images we saw of children lined that we—and the world—cannot and camp in Turkey on the Syrian border on the floor on August 21 were not the will not tolerate the use of chemical and in Jordan on the Syrian border. I first images the world has ever seen of weapons anywhere—by anyone. saw some of the same refugees whom I the horrors of chemical attacks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- saw there less than 1 year ago. We saw them almost 100 years ago in ator from Tennessee. Candidly, I am dismayed we have not World War I. Mr. CORKER. Mr. President, I would supported the vetted opposition in a If we do not learn from and live by like to thank the chairman for his better way. I know we have urged out the lessons of the past, if we fail the comments for a historical analysis of of our committee that we have a much

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I know there have been a through. way. number of editorial comments in pa- I believe it is important for us to No question the introduction of pers and publications around the coun- have this authorization because I be- chemical weapons has changed the dy- try referring to this as a pinprick. lieve it is the only thing at this point, namic tremendously. I think the chair- There have been other concerns by the fact that we passed it out of com- man was very articulate in explaining Members of this body as to the dura- mittee, the fact that it is on the floor, why this is important. I wish to say to tion of this effort, as to how long it that might possibly lead to a diplo- everybody in this body, to me an equal- will be. matic settlement. ly important issue for our Nation is the I have had the privilege, because of I also believe it is time for the Presi- credibility of the United States of the position I serve in on the Foreign dent to lead. I know there have been a America. I believe our President, Relations Committee, to be involved in lot of statements over the last week, whether you support him, whether you multiple phone calls and personal and the President had multiple audi- like him, I believe the President spoke meetings. There was one last night ences in which to speak. I understand for our Nation when he established a that lasted at great length with the this, and I understand reports out of red line some months ago regarding the President and Vice President. these meetings can come in many ways use of chemical weapons. I wish to say to every person in this not to be accurate. I believe it is very important for our body, I have no belief whatsoever that The President is coming to the Hill Nation’s credibility in the region and if military action is taken, it is going tomorrow. He will be making a major in the world that we have an appro- to be a pinprick—none. The American speech to the United States, the citi- priate response when we have a dic- military has incredible ability to deal zens of our country, tomorrow night. I tator such as Asad take the actions he with issues in a forceful way but also know many of them have lives, where has taken against international norms do so in a very short timeframe. all of them, most of them, get up in the the way he has but especially when the I do believe, based on the many meet- mornings, go to work, they raise their Commander in Chief of our Nation has ings we have had, both with military families, and they haven’t had the op- spoken the way he has about this issue. and civilian leadership, that to charac- portunity to spend as much time on To me this is twofold. Certainly, it is terize what is proposed as a pinprick or these issues. That is why we are elect- about the international norms that to characterize what is proposed as in- ed to do this. I will say this. It is very important have been spoken to eloquently by serting ourselves into a long-term civil for the President of the United States many, but to me it is also an issue of war, I think both of those characteriza- to come to Congress and for the Presi- this Nation’s credibility of the re- tions are wrong. dent of the United States to make his sponse as people are looking on to what Obviously, one of the dilemmas peo- case to the American people. we are going to do. ple here deal with is that we write pol- icy and then it is up to the administra- He is asking for this authorization. I That is why I support this authoriza- tion to carry that out—and no ques- believe it is important for us to give tion. I do wish to go back over a couple tion, none of us will be involved in the him this authorization. points the chairman referred to rel- direct carrying out. But it is my firm Again, I wish to thank the chairman ative to the substance of the authoriza- belief that there is not a thread of for working with us to make sure we tion. I think most people know the thinking by the administration that have narrowed this authorization in White House sent over an authoriza- what they are considering is a pin- such a way that I think it meets the tion that to me was very broad. It did prick. test of what the American people and not define what we were going to do in On the other hand, I have not a what all of us wish to see happen. But a specific way. thread of thought that they are also I do believe now it is up to the Presi- I know the chairman just talked considering doing something that is dent, over the next several days and about the fact that this authorization going to involve us in a long-term civil this week, to make his case to the is tailored. It is specific. Let me go war. Obviously, conflicts such as this American people as to why the Senate over again specifically what this au- are complex. should give him this authorization for thorization does. It is specific purposes In closing, let me say this. Each Sen- the use of military force, which I hope only: to respond to the use of weapons ator has to make their own decision. we will do. of mass destruction to dissuade future This is one of those things where lob- I thank you for the time, and I yield use, degrade ability, and to prevent bying is not something that is going to the floor. transfer, no boots on the ground for make up the minds of Senators. I think f combat operations. each Senator has to make up their own EXECUTIVE SESSION I know there have been some discus- hearts and minds. sions about that in our committee. What I can say is we are going to Very emphatically, this authorization have an open process. I know we have NOMINATION OF VALERIE E. eliminates and keeps any boots on the talked about the process going forward. CAPRONI TO BE UNITED STATES ground for combat operations from oc- I hope Senators will keep their amend- DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE curring. ments germane. I hope we have a sober SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW This has a time limit of 60 days with debate about an issue that is the most YORK a 30-day extension which Congress can important type of decision any Senator disapprove. It is geographically limited will make. to Syria only, which the original au- I am thrilled the President decided to NOMINATION OF VERNON S. BROD- thorization was not. It is against le- come to Congress for an authorization. ERICK TO BE UNITED STATES gitimate military targets only, which I know a lot of people have made many DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE again the original authorization was comments regarding this. Candidly, I SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW not. am pleased the President has come to YORK There are a series of determinations us for a debate. It is my hope the Sen- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. the President has to make prior to tak- ate, after hearing the facts and after KING). Under the previous order, the ing action with this authorization, in- having a thoughtful debate, will ap- Senate will proceed to executive ses- cluding that it is in the core national prove the authorization for the use of sion to consider the following nomina- interests of the United States and that military force. tions, which the clerk will report. he has a military plan to achieve the I couldn’t agree more with the chair- The assistant legislative clerk read objectives. man that if people wish to see a diplo- the nominations of Valerie E. Caproni,

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Under the Southern District of New York. plement the judicial conference’s rec- the previous order, there will be 30 Since the time of her nomination until ommendations for desperately needed minutes for debate equally divided in today, the seat to which Ms. Caproni is new judgeships. I hope that Senators the usual form. nominated has been added to the list of from both sides of the aisle will sup- The Senator from New Jersey. judicial emergency vacancies by the port this bill, which is based on what Mr. MENENDEZ. I ask that all time nonpartisan Administrative Office of judges across the Nation believe they during this debate on the Executive the Courts. Ms. Caproni is currently need to administer justice effectively. Calendar be equally divided on both vice president and deputy general Addressing the resources of a coequal sides and any quorum call that is counsel for Northrop Grumman Cor- branch of our government should not called be equally divided as well in poration. She has served the public in be politicized. We need to end seques- terms of charging time. various capacities, including as Gen- tration and act responsibly in address- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without eral Counsel of the Federal Bureau of ing the staffing needs of our justice objection, it is so ordered. Investigation from 2003 to 2011, as Re- system so that it can continue to serve Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, today we gional Director of the Securities and the American people and be a model for will be voting on just 2 of the 11 dis- Exchange Commission’s Pacific Re- other countries. trict and circuit nominees left pending gional Office from 1998 to 2001, and as a Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I will on the Senate floor prior to the August Federal prosecutor in the U.S. Attor- not support the nomination Valerie E. recess. Ten of these nominees had been ney’s Office for the Eastern District of Caproni to be U.S. District Judge for reported by voice vote, and there was New York from both 1985 to 1992 and the Southern District of New York. no good reason we could not have con- 1998 to 2001. During her tenure as a However, I expect that she will likely firmed them then and allowed them to Federal prosecutor, she served as Chief be confirmed, as will Mr. Broderick. get to work on behalf of the American of the Criminal Division, Chief of the These will be the 30th and 31st judicial people. I hope that Senate Republicans Organized Crime & Racketeering Unit, confirmations this year. With today’s will not seek to drag out the nominees and Chief of the Special Prosecutions confirmations, the Senate will have who will be left pending on the floor Unit. Ms. Caproni also has extensive confirmed 202 lower court nominees; we after today, as they did for the nomina- experience in private practice, having have defeated 2. That is 202–2 for Presi- tions left pending at the end of last served as counsel in the New York of- dent Obama. That is an outstanding year. It took us until May of this year fice of Simpson, Thacher & Bartlett record. That is a success rate of 99 per- to confirm 9 of the 10 circuit and dis- and as an associate at the law firm cent. I think we have had a pretty out- trict nominations that were ready for Cravath, Swaine & Moore. Following standing record this Congress. votes last year, and it will likely take law school, Ms. Caproni clerked for the And we have been doing that at a fast us another month or two to work our Honorable Phyllis Kravitch of the U.S. pace. During the last Congress we con- way through this new backlog. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Cir- firmed more judges than any Congress One effect of this obstruction is that cuit. since the 103rd Congress, which was for the first time in nearly 2 years, our Mr. Broderick has split his career be- 1993–94. Federal district courts are again facing tween Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, So far this year, the first of Presi- what the nonpartisan Congressional where he is currently a partner and was dent Obama’s second term, we have al- Research Service calls ‘‘historically previously counsel and an associate, ready confirmed more judges than were high’’ vacancies. This could have been and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the confirmed in the entire first year of avoided if Senate Republicans had sim- Southern District of New York, where President Bush’s second term. ply followed Senate tradition and al- he was an assistant U.S. attorney. A At a similar stage in President lowed votes on the nine consensus dis- graduate of Yale University and Har- Bush’s second term, only 10 judicial trict nominees before the recess. vard Law School, Mr. Broderick has ex- nominees had been confirmed. So we The Republicans’ effort to obstruct tensive experience in Federal court. He are now at a 31 to 10 comparison, with and delay the confirmations of nomi- has also tried 11 jury cases to verdict. President Obama clearly ahead of nees means that over the course of Since he was appointed in 2003 by where President Bush was at a similar President Obama’s administration the Mayor Bloomberg, Mr. Broderick has time frame. number of judicial vacancies nearly served on the Commission to Combat And, as I said, we have already con- doubled. In January 2009, there were 53 Police Corruption. firmed more nominees this year—31— Federal district and appellate court va- Both nominees have the support of than we did during the entirety of 2005, cancies. Today, there are 94 Federal their home State Senators, Senator the first year of President Bush’s sec- district and appellate court vacan- SCHUMER and Senator GILLIBRAND. ond term, when 21 lower court judges cies—37 of which have been designated Both nominees were also unanimously were confirmed. as judicial emergency vacancies by the rated ‘‘well qualified’’ by the non- So I just wanted to set the record nonpartisan Administrative Office of partisan ABA Standing Committee on straight—again—before we vote on the U.S. Courts. This is unacceptable. the Federal Judiciary, its highest rat- these nominations. We have the nominees we need to make ing. They were reported by the Judici- I also want to explain why I oppose progress, but we do not have the con- ary Committee by voice vote nearly 3 the confirmation of Ms. Caproni. From sent we need from Senate Republicans. months ago. 2003 to 2011, she served as the General Republicans have argued that we do I hope the Senate moves to confirm Counsel of the Federal Bureau of Inves- not need to pick up the pace of con- these nominees, but reducing Federal tigation. During that time, she was in- firming Federal judges, because we judicial vacancies from 94 to 92 is not volved in the national security let- have confirmed more of President enough. It is well past time for the ters—NSL—program at the FBI. This Obama’s nominees than at the same Senate to get serious about giving our program was the subject of a report by point in 2005, the fifth year of George Federal courts the resources they need the Office of Inspector General—OIG— W. Bush’s Presidency. The facts tell a to provide justice for the American within the Department of Justice— different story. President Bush made people. In July the Judiciary Commit- DOJ, published in 2010. just 5 new circuit and district nomina- tee’s Subcommittee on Bankruptcy and In that report, the FBI was criticized tions in 2005, compared to 43 new cir- the Courts held a hearing on the im- for its role in the potential abuse by cuit and district nominations by Presi- pact of sequestration that highlighted the FBI’s use of national security let- dent Obama this year. With more the damage that these senseless cuts ters. The report also detailed her of- nominees to consider, it only makes are doing to our justice system. To- fice’s knowledge of the use of exigent

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The her nomination earlier this year, I In 1985 Ms. Caproni became an Assist- clerk will call the roll. voiced my concern over the fact that I ant U.S. Attorney where she pros- The assistant legislative clerk pro- had made a request to the FBI over 6 ecuted a number of narcotics and other ceeded to call the roll. years ago, asking for documents re- criminal cases. In 1989, Ms. Caproni be- Mrs. GILLIBRAND. Mr. President, I garding exigent letters. came the General Counsel of the Urban ask unanimous consent that the order In March 2007, Chairman LEAHY and I Development Corp—now Empire State for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without requested copies of unclassified emails Development. There her primary re- objection, it is so ordered. related to the use of national security sponsibility was to provide legal advice letters issued by the FBI. I only re- Mrs. GILLIBRAND. Mr. President, I to the executives and directors of the rise to urge my colleagues on both ceived a few of these emails, and they corporation, focusing on administra- sides of the aisle to support Valerie were heavily redacted, so in 2008 I tive law, banking and bankruptcy law, Caproni for U.S. district judge for New asked for the rest. environmental and land use, real es- Ms. Caproni was general counsel of York’s Southern District. I know Ms. tate, and products liability. She re- Caproni to be a woman with impec- the FBI at the time and told me that turned to the U.S. Attorney’s Office in cable credentials, incredible intellect, the documents I was waiting for were 1992 where she prosecuted criminal and the kind of fair-minded judgment on her desk, awaiting her review. Well, cases and became part of the adminis- we need on the Federal bench. in 2013 as we approached her hearing, I tration of the Criminal Division. She Ms. Caproni serves as vice president still had not received those documents. served as Chief of the Criminal Divi- and general counsel for Northrop I asked Ms. Caproni about this in her sion from 1994 to 1998. In 1998 Ms. Grumman Corporation, where she leads hearing and she had no specific recol- Caproni became the regional director all aspects of litigation. Ms. Caproni lection of this request. So, I asked her of the SEC’s Pacific Regional Office joined Northrop Grumman from her again in writing. This led to a set of where she worked on enforcement of former position as general counsel to FOIA documents being produced, which Federal securities laws. the FBI, a position Director Robert are a poor substitute for properly an- From 2001 to 2003, she returned to pri- Mueller personally asked Ms. Caproni swering a Committee request. It also vate practice at Simpson Thacher & to serve in, in the wake of the horrific raises further questions as to why it Bartlett where she worked on white attacks of September 11. Ms. Caproni took 6 years and why Ms. Caproni told collar criminal defense. After this she knows full well the task at hand for me years ago that she was working on became General Counsel of the FBI the FBI is never easy—from protecting responding to our request. where her primary responsibility was America from terror and other at- I subsequently followed up with the to provide legal advice to executive tacks—a balance of defending our civil FBI with specific requests regarding management. She served there from liberties and civil rights. But as she Ms. Caproni’s involvement in the mat- 2003 to 2011. puts it: ter. The FBI has not responded to my In 2011 Ms. Caproni was hired by Nor- requests. They always strive to do the right thing, throp Grumman to be vice president and to maintain as a loadstar fealty to the I also made requests from the DOJ Constitution and the rule of law. Inspector General. While the IG did and deputy general counsel where she That is what Ms. Caproni believes to make some materials available to me, remains today. She is currently respon- her very core. there are outstanding requests to sible for supervision of all litigation and internal investigations, special- Ms. Caproni also served in the Secu- which they have not responded. rities and Exchange Commission, At issue is the correspondence be- izing in civil litigation and investiga- where she enforced regulatory pro- tween Ms. Caproni and OIG about the tions and setting strategy in cases and grams in the nine-State Pacific region. OIG’s draft report. These are not ‘‘in- investigations that affect the corpora- She and her staff strengthened co- ternal documents’’ as the IG has tion. The ABA Standing Committee on operation between the SEC and the claimed which relate to the internal the Federal Judiciary gave her a unani- U.S. Attorney’s Offices to crack down deliberative process of the OIG. They mous ‘‘Well Qualified’’ rating. on financial fraud. are not ‘‘internal’’ communications be- Vernon S. Broderick is also nomi- nated to be U.S. District Judge for the Ms. Caproni also served as Chief of cause the Inspector General’s office is the Criminal Division for the U.S. At- supposed to be separate and inde- Southern District of New York. Mr. Broderick received his B.A. from Yale torney’s Office for the Eastern District pendent from the FBI, and Ms. Caproni of New York and in private practice at was the FBI’s counsel. University in 1985 and his J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1988. Upon grad- several top firms. They are, however, a critical compo- Through her breadth of experience, nent required both for oversight of the uation, he joined Weil, Gotshal & Manges as an associate. His practice her talent, her intellect, and her strong underlying program as well as to en- character, I know Ms. Caproni will be sure that the back-and-forth between there mainly focused on civil litiga- tion, specifically large commercial dis- an outstanding jurist. an independent IG and the agency is I strongly believe this country needs putes that involved breach of contract, transparent and arms-length. more women such as she serving in the products liability, patent and bank- At the time we reported her nomina- Federal Judiciary, an institution that I ruptcy. tion out of Committee, I stated that believe needs more exceptional women. while I would not hold her nomination In 1994, he joined the United States I have no doubt that having Ms. in Committee, I reserved my right to Attorney’s Office, first in the General Caproni serve in the Federal Judiciary do so on the Senate floor. So now, even Crimes Unit, then in the Narcotics will bring us closer to achieving that though I have consented to the vote Unit and the Violent Gangs Unit. He goal of a Federal judiciary that reflects going forward, I will not support the was Chief of the Violent Gangs Unit our Nation. nomination. from 1999–2002. I was honored to recommend her for Ms. Caproni received her B.A. at Mr. Broderick rejoined Weil, Gotshal this position, and I urge all my col- Tulane in 1976 and her J.D. from the & Manges as a Counsel in 2002 and was leagues to vote in support of her con- University of Georgia School of Law in made a Partner in 2005. His practice fo- firmation. 1979. Upon graduation, she clerked for 1 cused on white collar criminal inves- I urge my colleagues to vote in favor year for the Honorable Phyllis tigations and prosecutions, regulatory of another outstanding New Yorker, Kravitch, United States Court of Ap- investigations and proceedings, and Vernon Broderick, to also be a U.S. dis- peals for the Eleventh Circuit. Fol- business litigation. The ABA Standing trict judge for the Southern District of lowing her clerkship, she entered pri- Committee on the Federal Judiciary New York. vate practice as a civil litigator for gave him a unanimous ‘‘Well Quali- Mr. Broderick served as an assistant Cravath, Swaine & Moore focusing on fied’’ rating. U.S. attorney in the Southern District

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RICHARD DURBIN, Further, if present and voting, the speak about the nomination of Valerie Committee on the Judiciary, U.S. Senate, Wash- Senator from Tennessee (Mr. ALEX- Caproni to serve as a judge on the U.S. ington, DC. ANDER) would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ District Court for the Southern Dis- DEAR SENATOR DURBIN: Thank you for the The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. DON- trict of New York. opportunity to meet with you to discuss my NELLY). Are there any other Senators When the Senate Judiciary Com- nomination as a judge for the United States in the Chamber desiring to vote? mittee considered Ms. Caproni’s nomi- District Court for the Southern District of The result was announced—yeas 73, New York. It was a pleasure to meet with nation on June 13 and reported her you and your staff. nays 24, as follows: nomination out of committee, I asked As I indicated in my Senate Judiciary [Rollcall Vote No. 201 Ex.] to be recorded as a ‘‘pass’’ on the vote. Committee Questionnaire, if confirmed, I YEAS—73 I did so because I wanted to meet in would follow the Code of Conduct for United Baldwin Gillibrand Murray person with Ms. Caproni to discuss States Judges, as well as any other applica- Baucus Graham Nelson matters that she worked on when she ble ethics rules or federal statutes to resolve Begich Hagan Portman served as general counsel of the Fed- any potential conflicts of interest. As I fur- Bennet Harkin Pryor Blumenthal Hatch eral Bureau of Investigation from 2003 ther stated, if I had personal or supervisory Reed involvement in a matter while at the FBI or Boxer Heinrich Reid to 2011. Brown Heitkamp Northrop Grumman, I would not participate Rockefeller During Ms. Caproni’s tenure, the FBI Burr Hirono Sanders in it as a judge. Cantwell Isakson adopted controversial new investiga- Schatz To follow up on our conversation and to be Cardin Johanns Schumer tive policies and implemented sweeping more specific, as required by 28 U.S.C. § 455, Carper Johnson (SD) Sessions new surveillance authorities granted I would recuse myself from any case in which Casey Kaine Chambliss King Shaheen by the USA PATRIOT Act. my impartiality could reasonably be ques- Stabenow For example, revised Attorney Gen- tioned. I would certainly recuse myself if I Chiesa Klobuchar Coats Leahy Tester eral’s guidelines for FBI investigations were presented with a case that would re- Collins Levin Thune and the FBI’s Domestic Investigations quire me to rule on the legality of a national Coons Manchin Toomey and Operations Guide allow the FBI to security program as to which I provided Corker Markey Udall (CO) conduct ‘‘assessments’’ using intrusive legal advice while I was a government em- Cornyn McCain Udall (NM) ployee, unless there were controlling prece- Donnelly McCaskill Vitter surveillance techniques on innocent dent already in place regarding such a pro- Durbin McConnell Warren Americans with no indication of gram. If such precedent did exist, I nonethe- Feinstein Menendez Whitehouse Fischer Mikulski wrongdoing or other factual predicate. less would consider recusal on a case-by-case Wicker Flake Murkowski Wyden And while the Justice Department’s basis, carefully considering any arguments Franken Murphy ‘‘Guidance Regarding the Use of Race and consulting with appropriate experts on by Federal Law Enforcement Agen- judicial ethics and, if appropriate, my col- NAYS—24 cies’’ prohibits the use of profiling by leagues. In those cases in which I did not Ayotte Enzi Merkley recuse, I would apply controlling law. Barrasso Grassley Moran Federal law enforcement in ‘‘tradi- Blunt Heller Paul tional law enforcement activities,’’ Please let me know if you have any other questions or matters you would like to dis- Boozman Hoeven Risch Coburn Inhofe Roberts this ban does not apply to profiling cuss. based on religion and national origin, Cochran Johnson (WI) Rubio Very truly yours, Crapo Kirk Scott and it does not apply to national secu- VALERIE CAPRONI. Cruz Lee Shelby rity and border security investigations. Mr. DURBIN. I yield the floor, and I The Justice Department’s Inspector NOT VOTING—3 suggest the absence of a quorum. General concluded that the FBI was Alexander Landrieu Warner The PRESIDING OFFICER. The guilty of ‘‘widespread and serious mis- The nomination was confirmed. clerk will call the roll. use’’ of the National Security Letter VOTE ON VERNON S BRODERICK The assistant legislative clerk pro- . authority when Ms. Caproni was gen- ceeded to call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. If there eral counsel. Also during Ms. Caproni’s Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I ask is no further debate, the question is, tenure, the FBI interpreted section 215 unanimous consent that the order for Will the Senate advise and consent to of the PATRIOT Act to permit the col- the quorum call be rescinded. the nomination of Vernon S. Brod- lection of noncontent ‘‘metadata’’ on The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without erick, of New York, to be United States every phone call of every American, in- objection, it is so ordered. District Judge for the Southern Dis- cluding the numbers of both callers and Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I yield trict of New York? the time and duration of the call. The nomination was confirmed. back the time. As general counsel, Ms. Caproni The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without would have been the final word in the the previous order, the motions to re- objection, it is so ordered. FBI on the legality of these and all consider are considered made and laid The question is, Will the Senate ad- other Bureau activities. upon the table. The President will be vise and consent to the nomination of As a result of my concerns about Ms. immediately notified of the Senate’s Valerie E. Caproni, of the District of Caproni’s involvement in these activi- action. ties, I asked for her commitment, if Columbia, to be United States District f confirmed, to recuse herself from mat- Judge for the Southern District of New ters on which she had been involved or York? LEGISLATIVE SESSION provided legal advice while working for Mr. CARDIN. I ask for the yeas and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the FBI or on which her impartiality nays. ate will resume legislative session. might reasonably be questioned. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a The majority leader is recognized. sufficient second? I met in my office with Ms. Caproni f on June 25, and on July 8, Ms. Caproni There appears to be a sufficient sec- sent me a letter memorializing her ond. MORNING BUSINESS commitment to recuse herself from The clerk will call the roll. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- such matters. I appreciated receiving The assistant legislative clerk called imous consent that we proceed to a pe- this letter, and I ask unanimous con- the roll. riod of morning business with Senators sent that the letter be printed in the Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the allowed to speak for up to 10 minutes RECORD. Senator from Louisiana (Ms. LAN- each. In light of our meeting and Ms. DRIEU) and the Senator from Virginia The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Caproni’s commitments to me, I will (Mr. WARNER) are necessarily absent. objection, it is so ordered.

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As We rented a home for $25 a month, ate nu- on the rights of all Americans who we all know, there are international tritious meals at home, and all walked to work hard and play by the rules. discussions relevant to the matter in school with clean clothes each day. Since then, we have seen how the All five children went to college, obtained middle class grew when we ensured Syria. post-graduate professional degrees, and pur- Normally what I would do in a situa- that hard work is rewarded with fair sued rewarding professional careers in law, pay and decent benefits. tion such as this is file cloture today, education and business. Seventy-five years ago, President but I don’t think that is to our benefit. How did that happen? Roosevelt signed the Fair Labor Stand- I don’t think we need to see how fast Because, first and foremost, my father had a job with a living wage and health care for ards Act, which ultimately ensured we can do this; we have to see how well his family that his union protected. Because that American workers would receive a we can do this, so I will not file cloture we had access to good quality public edu- minimum wage, reasonable work this evening on the Syria resolution. cation. Because we had access to affordable hours, and an end to child labor. I have spoken to the Republican lead- state universities and student loan programs One of the authors of that bill, Sen- er. I have talked to virtually all of my that we could later afford to repay. Because ator Hugo Black, sat at this specific Democratic Senators. We have enough blue collar working people had a chance. desk in the Senate and supported So- votes to get cloture, but I don’t think I hope we can restore all that in America cial Security, minimum wage, and pay- we should be counting numbers to- again. ing for overtime. He initially intro- night. I think what we need to do is to Bill Ross’s story is very much like duced that legislation in 1932. make sure the President has the oppor- my wife Connie’s story. Bill Ross was born in Ashtabula a bit before my wife President Roosevelt led us to decades tunity to speak to all 100 Senators and of prosperity by ensuring that hard all 300 million American people before who was also born there. Bill Ross’s dad carried a union card and his moth- work is met with fair wages and decent we do this. working conditions. A minimum wage As I have said before, when we get on er went to work when she could. My wife’s father carried a utility worker’s helped to lift millions of Americans this, we are going to deal with this in from poverty and allowed them to join a manner that is dignified and move union card for more than 30 years in Ashtabula, OH. Her mother was a home the middle class. forward in a way that is expeditious, Today workers face new challenges. yet thorough. care worker who worked, when she could, after the children were a little While corporate executives and Wall I have discussed this with the Presi- Street banks are earning record prof- dent and other people in the adminis- older. My wife, as did Bill Ross, was able to its, too many families in Ohio, Indiana, tration. I repeat: I wish to make sure Oklahoma, and across the country are the President has a full opportunity to go to school with minimal debt. She graduated from Kent State University still struggling. Some politicians have make his case to the Senate and the used the recession and the budget crisis American people before we vote on this in the 1970s with not much more than $1,200 in student debt. it created as grounds for attacking matter. worker’s rights. We have seen vicious As always, I will continue to discuss The ability of a living wage and car- rying a union card gave them a reason attacks on workers’ rights across the this with Senator MCCONNELL, and we to celebrate Labor Day because it gave country. We have seen it in North will see if we can reach some kind of Carolina. We saw it last year in Indi- agreement to move forward without so many working families a chance. The Presiding Officer comes from a ana and Michigan. We have seen it over cloture. If that doesn’t work out, I will State much like mine. He understands the last 3 years in Ohio. file cloture when it is appropriate. the importance of carrying a union Ohio passed one of the worst attacks The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- card and getting a living wage gives on collective bargaining rights in ator from Ohio. people the kind of opportunity that Ohio’s history, trying to convince peo- f people in this country deserve. ple that public employees caused the ORDER OF PROCEDURE For generations hard-working Ameri- financial crisis, not Wall Street. Work- cans left their homes every morning, ers fought back and shattered a record Mr. BROWN. Mr. President, I ask and some at night, to earn an honest for signatures needed to establish a unanimous consent to speak as if in living. They bent with swollen knees to ballot initiative and energized 2 mil- morning business for up to 15 minutes. put on steel-toed work boots to provide lion voters who came out to overturn After I conclude my remarks, I ask for loved ones. They put up with cal- that wrong-headed law. that Senator INHOFE of Oklahoma and loused hands to build a better life for Today, because the unity of not just Senator CASEY of Pennsylvania be rec- their children. labor union members but the huge ma- ognized. Middle-class Americans and people jority of voters in Ohio, police officers, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there struggling to enter the middle class la- firefighters, sanitation workers, teach- any objection? Without objection, it is bored to ensure that children have ers, and other public sector workers so ordered. enough food and clean clothes and an continue to have the right to bargain The Senator from Ohio. adequate education to thrive. and work with management through f We know steelworkers, nurses, me- collective bargaining to ensure safety chanics, teachers, and plumbers are not and fairness on the job. LABOR DAY always treated with the dignity they In Akron, OH, UAW workers at Mr. BROWN. Mr. President, most of deserve—especially, far too often, from Meggitt do high-quality and efficient us were in our States over Labor Day. our elected officials. work which allows them to be competi- I usually come to the floor a few days American history is a history of tive with workers in Mexico and has after Labor Day to talk about the im- struggle for working people—fighting prevented operations from being portance of Labor Day and what it for representation and fair wages, for outsourced and helped to attract new means to working Americans, what it access to good-paying jobs, and for the investment in Ohio. has meant to our country, and what it dignity every human being deserves. It In Toledo, Youngstown, Cleveland, has meant to building a strong middle is about fighting for democracy and and beyond, union autoworkers helped class. civil rights—as we were reminded a few bring back the American auto indus- I would like to read a letter sent to days ago when we marked the 50th an- try. They are building the cars of the me by Bill Ross, who is an Ohio busi- niversary of the March on Washington future that people want to drive. I met ness leader. Mr. Ross writes: for jobs and freedom. with business owners across Ohio over I grew up in a first generation immigrant More than a century ago, when John this August and the month before and family in a small Ohio town. Patterson Green, an Ohioan, and the month before and the month before

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We are talking about the fiscal lies. imum wage to $10.10 per hour will in- year where we would take another $52 I ask unanimous consent that the en- crease domestic production by nearly billion out of our military. tire letter be printed in the RECORD. $33 billion over 3 years as workers What Asad has done and continues to There being no objection, the mate- spend their raises in their local busi- do is reprehensible, but the United rial was ordered to be printed in the nesses and communities. This eco- States can’t afford another war given RECORD, as follows: nomic activity would generate 140,000 the current state of our military. The AN OPEN LETTER TO CNN REPORTER BARBARA new jobs over the course of 3 years. threats from Syria and the Middle East STARR It is no surprise that the American are not emerging threats. These [From The Huffington Post, posted Sept. 4, public is anxious about our place in an threats have been around for decades. 2013] increasingly multipolar, complicated, We knew they were there. There is DEAR MS. STARR: We are writing to let you dynamic global economy. People know nothing new about them. Yet the readi- in on a secret. It’s a big one—so get to a that after NAFTA and CAFTA and per- ness capabilities of our military con- fresh page in your reporter notebook and manent China trade relations were tinue to be decimated by drastic budg- have your pen poised and ready. passed, plants closed and we lost 5 mil- You told your viewers last Thursday that et cuts. there was ‘‘no question’’ that the military lion good manufacturing jobs. Never in Sixteen Air Force combat flying could afford to go into Syria and that you history has company after company squadrons have been grounded. We fi- ‘‘don’t think it’s really going to affect mili- implemented a business plan where nally, after 3 months, put them back in tary families at all.’’ they close down production in the air again, and right now we know it Here’s some inside information for you: Stuebenville or Toledo or Dayton, OH, costs more to get them back in a state There is no such thing as a person-less war. to move overseas to Wuhan or Shang- of readiness than the money we saved Our military cannot afford for Americans to hai, China, and sell the products back from grounding them for 3 months. Our forget that wars and battles and military to the United States. That business strikes are fought by troops, that troops are naval fleet has been reduced to histori- people, and that those people have families. plan led us to this. cally low levels, the end strength of In our military communities this summer In 1977 manufacturing was 20 percent our ground forces has been cut by more we couldn’t even afford to pay federal em- of our GDP and financial services rep- than 100,000 personnel, and hundreds of ployees for a five-day work week. Military resented significantly less. That thousands of DOD civilian employees families can’t get doctors’ appointments and flipped by 2010, where manufacturing is have been furloughed. Just in my State can’t get the counseling services needed to now only about 11 percent of GDP. Be- of Oklahoma, in one of my installa- grapple with the problems we already have, problems largely created by almost 12 years tween 2000 and 2010, because of wrong- tions, 14,000 civilian employees have headed trade agreements, because of of war. And while Congress was busy sending been furloughed. a warning letter to the president to ensure tax policy that has given incentives to We can’t have it both ways—con- move offshore, our country lost 5 mil- they get to sign off on whether or not we go tinuing to cut the funding of our mili- to war, they managed to ignore military lion manufacturing jobs and 60,000 tary while still expecting to meet our families when the sequester hit. Today clinic plants closed down. national security requirements. As hours are being slashed—along with pretty Since 2010 we have seen manufac- military readiness and capabilities de- much every other service military families turing jobs grow by more than 500,000. cline, we accept greater risk, and, as I need. Walking around our communities late- That is not good enough. We have to have always said, risk equals lives. ly, it doesn’t look like we can afford much of enact an agenda that includes the best anything—and certainly not a whole new Every time we have a hearing, we have war. trained workers, the most developed our combatant commanders come in and sophisticated infrastructure, the And that’s just taking ‘afford’ literally. and talk about the risks. Risk means most robust manufacturing base, and Figuratively, the picture is even grimmer. lives. As I have always said, risk equals An entire generation of military kids have the strongest defense against currency lives, and allowing these cuts to con- grown up with a parent they know primarily manipulation. Until every American tinue while proposing to send our through Skype. Couples are trying to piece worker is able to rise out of poverty, forces into harm’s way is immoral and together marriages that have been badly we still have work to do. Labor Day, fractured by more years spent apart than to- reprehensible. celebrated last week, shouldn’t simply gether. We grew hopeful that better days Over the last week I have heard a lot were coming as we watched the end of the mark the end of summer; it should from the President and his administra- mark the beginning of a renewed com- Iraq war, and we’re thrilled that the end of tion about how any action in Syria will mitment to fighting for American our involvement in Afghanistan is nigh, and be limited. I suggest there is no such workers, American businesses, and yet now all of cable news is breathless and thing as limited war. Once we decide to giddy with talk of war in Syria. strengthening our middle class. strike, we can’t predict where it will You boast, in your bio, that you have ex- Mr. President, I yield the floor. clusive access to Lt. Gen. Russel Honore and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- end or how the situation might esca- late. Let’s not forget that we have you’ve interviewed several secretaries of de- ator from Oklahoma. fense and other important people at the CIA. troops currently on the ground in Jor- f You may very well have Sec. Hagel on speed dan and Turkey, marines guarding our dial—but that doesn’t give you the right to SYRIA Embassies, and sailors and airmen sta- toss around your thoughts on how military Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, first of tioned around the region. We have al- families may or may not be affected by mili- all, let me thank my friend the distin- ready heard that Iran is ordering its tary action. Not until you’ve stood in our guished Senator from Ohio for includ- terrorist proxies to retaliate by attack- shoes for longer than a three-minute live ing me in his unanimous consent re- ing U.S. interests in the region, includ- shot. You see, Barbara, there’s no such thing as quest. I will briefly speak about an ing our Embassy in Iraq. The State De- ‘no boots on the ground.’ We in the military amendment. partment has ordered nonessential per- community sigh and shake our heads when We all understand that the issue is sonnel to evacuate our Embassy in we hear talk like that from the people on going to come before this body to send Lebanon. The threats to our forces are TV. Perhaps you consider a relatively small activity into Syria. I am very much op- real. number of troops to be the same as zero—but posed to any kind of force in Syria, but I wish to read for my colleagues ex- we don’t. We know that each of those service if it happens, we want to be sure there cerpts from a letter that was written members is somebody’s somebody. is some protection there. So I have an by two ladies, Rebekah Sanderlin and As journalists, we like to show both sides amendment that even if my amend- Molly Blake. These are spouses of two of the story. So we would like to also voice our thanks. For your careless words have ment passes, I will still oppose the ef- of our servicemen. They are respond- aimed a giant floodlight on the military-ci- fort of this President to send activity ing—much more eloquently than I vilian divide. Blue Star Families Director of into Syria, and I believe it would pre- could ever hope to—to the immense Research and Policy, Vivian Greentree said cipitate a war. hardship our military is enduring it best:

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We hear a sense of angst in our member- logical wear and tear on them is staggering. just the first budget. That was 41⁄2 ship and throughout the military commu- Planes take off from airfields in foreign years ago. Since that time, in his ex- nity. How can we be in the middle of the fall lands and from aircraft carriers, both of tended budget, he has taken $487 billion out of sequestration—furloughs, program which are staffed by thousands of American out of the military, and with seques- cuts, loss of mission readiness—we have fam- somebodies, just like those destroyer ships. 1 ilies who can’t get medical appointments. At every turn in a military operation you tration it will be another $ ⁄2 trillion. They are all wondering how they will man- will find people. Intel analysts, linguists, This just can’t happen. age if the situation in Syria continues to es- flight crews, and cooks. Even war plans . . . It is not just me who is saying this. calate. They wonder how will it affect them. rely on thousands of people who will be People would expect it more from me. Not, if it will affect them. But, how. pulled to a new duty, which causes reshuf- I am the ranking member on the Sen- ‘‘That statement, in all its small-minded fling far and wide in the military commu- ate Armed Services Committee. I have glory, captures the civilian-military divide nity. And this, most definitely, affects our gone there and worked with these guys more clearly than any survey ever could.’’ military families. and noticed the problems they have. I And maybe someday we will be able to Again, that is a quote from two of fight whole wars without using a single would suggest that not just me but Ad- human . . . And Rosie the Robot will clean the wives of our current servicemen. I miral Winnefeld, who is the second our kitchens while we tackle our morning hope all of my colleagues will read this highest military guy, the Vice Chair- commutes in flying cars. But today, in 2013, letter. I hope they understand that the man of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said: we can’t have a ‘surgical strike’ without decisions we make this week about There could be, for the first time in my ca- someone saying where to drop the bombs or whether to go to war in Syria have a reer— An admiral speaking now, the second where to aim those missiles. And those human dimension. highest person in our military— planes that drop the bombs? The destroyers If we expect the brave men and instances where we may be asked to re- that carry the missiles? They have pilots, women in our military to go to foreign spond to a crisis and we will have to say we captains and crews. All humans. Even the cannot. ‘‘unmanned’’ drones have human pilots, and lands and risk their lives on our behalf, the psychological wear and tear on them is we have a moral obligation to ensure And then we go to the very top per- staggering. Planes take off from airfields in that they and their families have the son, General Dempsey, the Chairman of foreign lands or from aircraft carriers, both support and the resources that are re- the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who said, of which are staffed by thousands of Amer- quired. Sequestration has already in- ‘‘Our military force is so degraded, so ican somebodies, just like those destroyer flicted severe damage on our military, unready, it would be immoral to use ships. At every turn in a military operation and we are now only a couple of weeks force.’’ you will find people. Intel analysts, lin- from another $52 billion being slashed I only say this because we are going guists, flight crews, and cooks. Even war plans, regardless of whether they were, as from an already devastated military to be facing this, and I would be op- you stated, ‘‘on deployment anyway’’ rely on budget. posed to this even with my amendment thousands of people who will be pulled to a I have been clear that I don’t support to postpone the sequestration of the new duty, which causes reshuffling far and the President’s call for military action military for 1 year. However, if that wide in the military community. in Syria. He still hasn’t presented Con- passes, I will still oppose this taking And this, most definitely, affects military gress and the American people with a place. I don’t think many people in families. plan for what he wants to accomplish, The big question is, as you said, ‘‘will it America realize what has happened to work?’’ and, as we learned from the most re- how he intends to accomplish it, or our military under the Obama adminis- cent wars, it bears recalling that things how he intends to pay for it. Will the tration. don’t always go as planned. But that’s not President pay for this operation with Well, I have just stated what has hap- the only question. Do not kid yourself, Bar- more furloughs and by grounding more pened. This is certainly not a time bara, and don’t you dare kid the viewers who squadrons again? The CNO has already when we would use force in Syria. Keep trust your reporting. come forward and stated that if oper- in mind that General Dempsey said it Sincerely, ations against Syria extend into Octo- would be immoral to use force, we are REBEKAH SANDERLIN and MOLLY BLAKE, ber, he won’t be able to afford it and Military Spouses. so degraded, and that is exactly what will likely require supplemental fund- we will be voting on in the next couple Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I wish to ing from Congress. of days. quote from the letter I just submitted Furthermore, the President hasn’t With that, I yield the floor. for the RECORD, and I ask my col- told us how a strike in Syria fits into f leagues to listen to the quote. These a broader strategy for the Middle East. are two ladies who are spouses of serv- What we decide to do is not just about CHIRIBIQUETE NATIONAL PARK icemen. They said: Syria. It is bigger than that. This is Mr. LEAHY. Mr President, I want to There is no such thing as a person-less war. about the growing threat from Iran, speak briefly about a recent develop- Our military cannot afford for Americans to stability in the Middle East, and our ment in Colombia of which many Sen- forget that wars and battles and military strikes are fought by troops, that troops are commitment to Israel and allies and ators may not be aware. people, and that those people have families. our ability to respond to other contin- Colombia is ranked as the second In our military communities this summer we gencies that are there. most biologically diverse country in couldn’t even afford to pay Federal employ- I recall knowing what was going to the world. The variety of plant and ani- ees for a five-day work week. Military fami- happen. This is 41⁄2 years ago, back mal life is staggering, which reflects lies can’t get doctors’ appointments and when President Obama was first elect- its similarly diverse geography—from can’t get counseling services needed to grap- ed, his first election. I knew that when Amazon rainforest to glacier-covered ple with the problems we already have, prob- he came out with his first budget, he mountains, and Caribbean and Pacific lems largely created by almost 12 years of war. Today clinic hours are being slashed— was going to do something devastating coastlines. along with pretty much every other service to the military. So I put myself into To its credit, Colombia has an exten- military families need. Walking around our Afghanistan, knowing, with the tanks sive system of national parks and bio- communities lately, it doesn’t look like we going back and forth, that I would be logical reserves. I have long been con- can afford much of anything—and certainly able to get the interest and the atten- vinced that as security improves in not a whole new war. tion of the American people, and it that country and long after the oil I am still quoting now these wives of worked. So in that very first budget 41⁄2 wells are depleted, its national parks our military men: years ago, he did away with the early and other protected areas will be And maybe someday we will be able to fifth-generation bomber then, the F–22; among Colombia’s greatest resource, fight whole wars without using a single did away with our future combat sys- attracting eco-tourists from around human, but today, in 2013, we can’t have a tem—the first ground capability in- the world. surgical strike without someone saying crease in about 50 years; did away with On August 21 President Santos took where to drop the bombs or where to aim our lift capacity, the C–17. Then, the an historic leap forward by doubling those missiles. And those planes that drop the bombs? The destroyers that carry the worst thing, which I hope doesn’t turn the size of Chiribiquete National Park, missiles? They have pilots, captains, and out to create the worst problem for which is home to a myriad of species crews. All humans. Even the ‘‘unmanned’’ America, he did away with the ground- including jaguars and is comprised of drones have human pilots, and the psycho- based operation in Poland. That was extraordinary rock formations and

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Over the the Colorado sky. tries which has often occurred in, or years, I have received numerous thank Annually, over 4,000 cadets are pro- adjacent to, environmentally fragile you notes and letters from constitu- vided 850 religious worship and edu- areas or indigenous reserves. ents praising the work of Joe Roberts. cational opportunities to practice their But President Santos’ single stroke And he has approached his battles personal faith. The chapel also provides of the pen has done more for environ- with cancer over the years with com- religious rites and observances such as mental conservation and species pro- mitment, humor and perspective, al- baptisms and dedications, weddings, fu- tection than what most heads of state ways sharing, teaching and counseling nerals and memorial services. Most do in a lifetime. I commend him for it despite the challenges of the disease. worship services are open to the gen- and congratulate the Colombian peo- I take this opportunity to thank Joe eral public and thousands of visitors ple. Colombia has set an example for for his service and his work on my be- each year attend worship. all of us who care about the environ- half with the people of South Dakota. I The Cadet Chapel fosters outstanding ment and recognize that we have a re- congratulate him on his many years of civic involvement by partnering with sponsibility to protect it for future service to the people of South Dakota the local community to host four an- generations. and to his country and commend him nual free concerts with over 2000 f for a job well done.∑ attendees. The U.S. Air Force Academy f Cadet Chapel is truly unique. Its iconic ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS architectural structure serves as a RECOGNIZING THE ORPHEUM symbol of the Academy and is recog- THEATER CENTER nized worldwide. Most important, the TRIBUTE TO JOSEPH ROBERTS ∑ Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. Cadet Chapel enables the free exercise ∑ Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. President, today I wish to honor the of religion for cadets in this unique President, Today I wish to recognize Orpheum Theater Center in Sioux campus setting and aids the Chaplain one of my staff members who is cur- Falls, SD on its centennial anniver- Corps at the Air Force Academy to in- rently battling cancer. Joseph F. Rob- sary. Since 1913, the Orpheum Theater spire men and women to become lead- erts has worked in my Rapid City con- has established itself as a place of ex- ers of character through spiritual for- gressional district office since Sep- cellence in the arts. mation. tember 2002. Combined with service in On a breezy Thursday evening in Oc- In the 50 years since the Cadet Chap- the Peace Corps and the U.S. Air tober, exactly 100 years ago today, the el was dedicated our Nation has sent Force, Joe has served our Nation for Orpheum Theater opened its doors and Air Force Academy graduates to serve approximately 19 years in Federal and charged patrons an unheard of price of in the skies and jungles of Vietnam and military service. $5 per seat. The opening night perform- the deserts of Iraq. Those that once As a member of my staff, Joe has ances stunned the audience with a bowed their head beneath the spires of provided exemplary constituent service broad spectrum of entertainment in- the Chapel served our country in the to veterans and their families, as well cluding the Orpheum Concert Orches- former Yugoslavia and in the moun- as servicemembers and constituents tra, two comedy acts, and headlines tains of Afghanistan, and they con- facing numerous issues. He has always from around the world via a state-of- tinue to serve the cause of freedom approached his work with a high degree the-art newsreel. around the globe today. We thank of professionalism and a genuine caring Over the past 100 years, the Orpheum them for their service, and we con- attitude. That caring attitude stems Theater has changed owners several gratulate the Air Force on the 50th an- from years of therapy and counseling times and has undergone many renova- niversary of the dedication of the Air services in the private sector he pro- tions, most recently in 2009. Thanks to Force Academy’s Cadet Chapel.∑ vided to the people of western South its dedicated staff and exceptional vol- f Dakota. unteers the Orpheum Theater has con- MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE His service in the U.S. Air Force has sistently provided a superb place to ex- served him well in working with vet- perience performing arts and annually At 2:04 p.m., a message from the erans, and he has taken particular in- 100,000 people visit this world-class House of Representatives, delivered by terest with veterans who suffer from venue. Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, military sexual assault, Traumatic South Dakotans have congregated at announced that the House has passed Brain Injuries, and Post-Traumatic the Orpheum Theater for elegant per- the following bills, in which it requests Stress Disorder. Veterans and their formances by entertainers both from the concurrence of the Senate: families know they have a true advo- within our community and around the H.R. 367. An act to amend chapter 8 of title cate with Joe in their corner when it world. I congratulate the Orpheum 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no comes to obtaining answers and deci- Theater Center on reaching this mile- sions on claims, searches for records force or effect unless a joint resolution of ap- stone, and wish it continued success. proval is enacted into law. and medical care issues. Joe’s time in Encore!∑ H.R. 1582. An act to protect consumers by the Peace Corps brought him to Roma- f prohibiting the Administrator of the Envi- nia and Guyana where he served in a ronmental Protection Agency from promul- number of capacities including edu- U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY CHAPEL gating as final certain energy-related rules cation and training on domestic vio- DEDICATION that are estimated to cost more than lence, sexual abuse, substance abuse ∑ Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, today I $1billion and will cause significant adverse effects to the economy. and communication, as well as working wish to celebrate the 50th anniversary H.R. 1897. An act to promote freedom and on infrastructure issues and providing of the dedication of the Cadet Chapel democracy in Vietnam. psychotherapy and other counseling as- at the U.S. Air Force Academy. In the H.R. 2009. An act to prohibit the Secretary sistance. These experiences helped him half century since its founding, the of the Treasury from enforcing the Patient greatly in my district office as he as- Cadet Chapel has become a National Protection and Affordable Care Act and the sisted constituents with local, State Historic Landmark and the most pop- Health Care and Education Reconciliation and Federal issues and problems, in- ular manmade attraction in Colorado. Act of 2010. H.R. 2879. An act to provide limitations on cluding a wide array of immigration Each year more than 750,000 visitors bonuses for Federal employees during se- and passport issues. explore this iconic and unique building. questration, to provide for investigative I have always been impressed by Today, the Cadet Chapel is a leave requirements for members of the Sen- Joe’s sense of dedication and commit- multifaith house of worship specifi- ior Executive Service, to establish certain

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An act to amend chapter 8 of title of the Publications and Regulations Branch, pursuant to section 803(a) of the Con- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the gressional Recognition for Excellence 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the in Arts Education Act (2 U.S.C. 803(a)), force or effect unless a joint resolution of ap- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Deadline to Submit and the order of the House of January proval is enacted into law; to the Committee Opinion and Advisory Letter Applications 3, 2013, the Speaker appoints the fol- on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- for Defined Benefit Mass Submitter Plans is lowing Member on the part of the fairs. Extended to January 31, 2014’’ (Announce- House of Representatives to the Con- H.R. 1582. An act to protect consumers by ment 2013–37) received during adjournment of gressional Award Board: Mr. Hudson of prohibiting the Administrator of the Envi- the Senate in the Office of the President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to the Com- North Carolina. ronmental Protection Agency from promul- gating as final certain energy-related rules mittee on Finance. f that are estimated to cost more than $1 bil- EC–2615. A communication from the Chief lion and will cause significant adverse ef- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE fects to the economy; to the Committee on Internal Revenue Service, Department of the RECEIVED DURING ADJOURNMENT Environment and Public Works. Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the H.R. 1897. An act to promote freedom and report of a rule entitled ‘‘Certain Transfers Under the authority of the order of democracy in Vietnam; to the Committee on of Property to Regulated Investment Compa- the Senate of January 3, 2013, the Sec- Foreign Relations. nies (RICs) and Real Estate Investment retary of the Senate, on August 2, 2013, H.R. 2879. An act to provide limitations on Trusts’’ (RIN1545–BI84) received during ad- during the adjournment of the Senate, bonuses for Federal employees during se- journment of the Senate in the Office of the received a message from the House of questration, to provide for investigative President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to the Committee on Finance. Representatives announcing that the leave requirements for members of the Sen- ior Executive Service, to establish certain EC–2616. A communication from the Chief House has agreed to the following con- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, current resolution, without amend- procedures for conducting in-person or tele- phonic interactions by Executive branch em- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the ment: ployees with individuals, and for other pur- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the S. Con. Res. 22. Concurrent resolution pro- poses; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Reimbursed Enter- viding for a conditional adjournment or re- rity and Governmental Affairs. tainment Expenses’’ (RIN1545–BI83) received cess of the Senate and an adjournment of the during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- f House of Representatives. fice of the President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to the Committee on Finance. The message also announced that the EXECUTIVE AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS EC–2617. A communication from the Chief House agrees to the amendment of the of the Publications and Regulations Branch, Senate to the bill (H. R. 1344) to amend The following communications were Internal Revenue Service, Department of the title 49, United States Code, to direct laid before the Senate, together with Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the the Assistant Secretary of Homeland accompanying papers, reports, and doc- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Applicable Federal Security (Transportation Security Ad- uments, and were referred as indicated: Rates—September 2013’’ (Rev. Rul. 2013–18) ministration) to provide expedited air received during adjournment of the Senate EC–2609. A communication from the Pro- in the Office of the President of the Senate passenger screening to severely injured gram Manager, Health Resources and Serv- on August 22, 2013; to the Committee on Fi- or disabled members of the Armed ices Administration, Department of Health nance. Forces and severely injured or disabled and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant EC–2618. A communication from the Chief veterans, and for other purposes. to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Na- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, tional Practitioner Data Bank and Privacy ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Act; Exempt Records System; Technical Cor- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Under the authority of the order of rection’’ (RIN0906–AA97) received during ad- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Regulations Per- the Senate of January 3, 2013, the Sec- journment of the Senate in the Office of the taining to the Disclosure of Return Informa- retary of the Senate, on August 2, 2013, President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to tion to Carry Out Eligibility Requirements during the adjournment of the Senate, the Committee on Finance. for Health Insurance Affordability Pro- received a message from the House of EC–2610. A communication from the Chief grams’’ (RIN1545–BK87) received during ad- Representatives announcing that the of the Publications and Regulations Branch, journment of the Senate in the Office of the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Speaker has signed the following en- President of the Senate on August 22, 2013; to Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the the Committee on Finance. rolled bills: report of a rule entitled ‘‘Appeals Settle- EC–2619. A communication from the Chief H.R. 267. An act to improve hydropower, ment Guideline—New Qualified Plug-In Elec- of the Publications and Regulations Branch, and for other purposes. tric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit (Revision)’’ Internal Revenue Service, Department of the H.R. 678. An act to authorize all Bureau of (UIL: 30D.00–00) received in the Office of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Reclamation conduit facilities for hydro- President of the Senate on August 12, 2013; to report of a rule entitled ‘‘Uniform Late S power development under Federal Reclama- the Committee on Finance. Election Relief Revenue Procedure’’ (Rev. tion law, and for other purposes. EC–2611. A communication from the Chief Proc. 2013–30) received during adjournment of H.R. 1171. An act to amend title 40, United of the Publications and Regulations Branch, the Senate in the Office of the President of States Code, to improve veterans service or- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the the Senate on August 22, 2013; to the Com- ganizations access to Federal surplus per- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the mittee on Finance. sonal property. report of a rule entitled ‘‘2013 Section 43 In- EC–2620. A communication from the Chief H.R. 1344. An act to amend title 49, United flation Adjustment’’ (Notice 2013–50) received of the Publications and Regulations Branch, States Code, to direct the Assistant Sec- in the Office of the President of the Senate Internal Revenue Service, Department of the retary of Homeland Security (Transpor- on August 12, 2013; to the Committee on Fi- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the tation Security Administration) to provide nance. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Requirement of a expedited air passenger screening to severely EC–2612. A communication from the Chief Section 4959 Excise Tax Return and Time for injured or disabled members of the Armed of the Publications and Regulations Branch, Filing the Return’’ (RIN1545–BL58) received Forces and severely injured or disabled vet- Internal Revenue Service, Department of the during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- erans, and for other purposes. Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the fice of the President of the Senate on August H.R. 2576. An act to amend title 49, United report of a rule entitled ‘‘Branded Prescrip- 22, 2013; to the Committee on Finance. States Code, to modify requirements relat- tion Drug Fee; Guidance for 2014 Fee Year’’ EC–2621. A communication from the Regu- ing to the availability of pipeline safety reg- (Notice 2013–51) received in the Office of the lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare ulatory documents, and for other purposes. President of the Senate on August 12, 2013; to and Medicaid Services, Department of Under the authority of the order of the Committee on Finance. Health and Human Services, transmitting, the Senate of January 3, 2013, the en- EC–2613. A communication from the Chief pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled of the Publications and Regulations Branch, ‘‘Medicare Program; Prospective Payment rolled bills were subsequently signed Internal Revenue Service, Department of the System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled on August 6, 2013, during the adjourn- Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Nursing Facilities for FY 2014’’ (RIN0938– ment of the Senate, by the Acting report of a rule entitled ‘‘Update of Weighted AR65) received during adjournment of the President pro tempore (Mr. LEVIN). Average Interest Rates, Yield Curves, and Senate in the Office of the President of the

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A communication from the Regu- quirements’’ (FRL No. 9843–7) received dur- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- and Medicaid Services, Department of of the President of the Senate on August 6, titled ‘‘Revisions to California State Imple- Health and Human Services, transmitting, 2013; to the Committee on Environment and mentation Plan, Antelope Valley Air Quality pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled Public Works. Management District and Ventura County ‘‘Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilita- EC–2630. A communication from the Direc- Air Pollution Control District’’ (FRL No. tion Facility Prospective Payment System tor of the Regulatory Management Division, 9845–5) received during adjournment of the for Federal Fiscal Year 2014’’ (RIN0938–AR66) Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Senate in the Office of the President of the received during adjournment of the Senate ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Senate on August 15, 2013; to the Committee in the Office of the President of the Senate titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air on Environment and Public Works. on August 5, 2013; to the Committee on Fi- Quality Implementation Plans; Pennsyl- EC–2638. A communication from the Direc- nance. vania; Update of the Motor Vehicle Emis- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, EC–2623. A communication from the Regu- sions Budgets for the Lancaster 1997 8-Hour Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare Ozone Maintenance Area’’ (FRL No. 9841–8) ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- and Medicaid Services, Department of received during adjournment of the Senate titled ‘‘Approval and Disapproval of Air Health and Human Services, transmitting, in the Office of the President of the Senate Quality State Implementation Plans; Ari- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled on August 6, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- zona; Regional Haze and Interstate Trans- ‘‘Medicare Program; FY 2014 Hospice Wage ronment and Public Works. port Requirements’’ (FRL No. 9845–5) re- Index and Payment Rate Update; Hospice EC–2631. A communication from the Direc- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Quality Reporting Requirements; and Up- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, the Office of the President of the Senate on dates on Payment Reform’’ (RIN0938–AR64) Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- August 15, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- received during adjournment of the Senate ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ronment and Public Works. in the Office of the President of the Senate titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air EC–2639. A communication from the Direc- on August 5, 2013; to the Committee on Fi- Quality Implementation Plans; Texas; Vic- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, nance. toria County 1997 8-Hour Ozone Section 110 Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- EC–2624. A communication from the Regu- (a) (1) Maintenance Plan’’ (FRL No. 9842–6) ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare received during adjournment of the Senate titled ‘‘Amendment to Standards and Prac- and Medicaid Services, Department of in the Office of the President of the Senate tices for All Appropriate Inquiries’’ (FRL No. Health and Human Services, transmitting, on August 6, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- 9845–9) received during adjournment of the pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ronment and Public Works. Senate in the Office of the President of the EC–2632. A communication from the Direc- ‘‘Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Pro- Senate on August 15, 2013; to the Committee tor of the Regulatory Management Division, spective Payment Systems for Acute Care on Environment and Public Works. Hospitals and Long Term Care Hospital Pro- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- EC–2640. A communication from the Direc- spective Payment System and Fiscal Year ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, titled ‘‘Significant New Use Rules on Certain 2014 Rates; Quality Reporting Requirements Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Chemical Substances’’ (FRL No. 9393–4) re- for Specific Providers; Hospital Conditions of ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Participation; Payment Policies Related to titled ‘‘Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Addi- the Office of the President of the Senate on Patient Status’’ (RIN0938–AR53) received tives: 2013 Renewable Fuel Standards’’ (FRL August 6, 2013; to the Committee on Environ- during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- No. 9834–5) received during adjournment of ment and Public Works. fice of the President of the Senate on August EC–2633. A communication from the Direc- the Senate in the Office of the President of 5, 2013; to the Committee on Finance. tor of the Regulatory Management Division, the Senate on August 15, 2013; to the Com- EC–2625. A communication from the Presi- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- mittee on Environment and Public Works. dent of the United States, transmitting, a EC–2641. A communication from the Direc- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- legislative proposal regarding Authorization tor of the Regulatory Management Division, titled ‘‘Disapproval of State Implementation Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- for the Use of United States Armed Forces in Plan; Infrastructure Requirements for the ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- connection with the conflict in Syria, re- 1997 8-Hour Ozone National Ambient Air titled ‘‘Electronic Reporting of Toxics Re- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Quality Standard; Montana’’ (FRL No. 9843– the Office of the President of the Senate on 2) received during adjournment of the Senate lease Inventory Data’’ (FRL No. 9835–5) re- August 31, 2013; to the Committee on Foreign in the Office of the President of the Senate ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Relations. on August 6, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- the Office of the President of the Senate on EC–2626. A communication from the Direc- ronment and Public Works. August 15, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- EC–2634. A communication from the Direc- ronment and Public Works. utive Office of the President, transmitting, tor of the Regulatory Management Division, EC–2642. A communication from the Direc- pursuant to law, a report entitled ‘‘OMB Se- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, questration Update Report to the President ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- and Congress for Fiscal Year 2014’’; to the titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Imple- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Committees on the Budget; and Homeland mentation Plans; Tennessee; Infrastructure titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air Security and Governmental Affairs. Requirements for the 2008 Lead National Quality Implementation Plans; Nevada; Re- EC–2627. A communication from the Direc- Ambient Air Quality Standards’’ (FRL No. gional Haze Federal Implementation Plan; tor of the Regulatory Management Division, 9845–2) received during adjournment of the Extension of BART Compliance Date for Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Senate in the Office of the President of the Reid Gardner Generating Station’’ (FRL No. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Senate on August 6, 2013; to the Committee 9843–8) received during adjournment of the titled ‘‘Disapproval of State Implementation on Environment and Public Works. Senate in the Office of the President of the Plans; State of Utah; Interstate Transport of EC–2635. A communication from the Direc- Senate on August 22, 2013; to the Committee Pollution for the 2006 PM2.5 NAAQS’’ (FRL tor of the Regulatory Management Division, on Environment and Public Works. No. 9844–9) received during adjournment of Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- EC–2643. A communication from the Direc- the Senate in the Office of the President of ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, the Senate on August 6, 2013; to the Com- titled ‘‘Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Recon- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- mittee on Environment and Public Works. sideration of Certain Provisions of New ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–2628. A communication from the Direc- Source Performance Standards’’ (FRL No. titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Imple- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, 9844–4) received during adjournment of the mentation Plans; State of Iowa’’ (FRL No. Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Senate in the Office of the President of the 9900–39–Region 7) received during adjourn- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Senate on August 6, 2013; to the Committee ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of State on Environment and Public Works. dent of the Senate on August 22, 2013; to the Implementation Plans: Alaska; Fairbanks EC–2636. A communication from the Direc- Committee on Environment and Public Carbon Monoxide Limited Maintenance Plan tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Works. and State Implementation Plan Revision’’ Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- EC–2644. A communication from the Direc- (FRL No. 9844–8) received during adjourn- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- dent of the Senate on August 6, 2013; to the Quality Implementation Plans; State of Wy- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Committee on Environment and Public oming; Revised General Conformity Require- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air Works. ments and an Associated Revision’’ (FRL No. Quality Implementation Plans; Ohio; Redes- EC–2629. A communication from the Direc- 9846–8) received during adjournment of the ignation of the Ohio Portions of the Parkers- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Senate in the Office of the President of the burg-Marietta and Wheeling Areas to Attain- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Senate on August 15, 2013; to the Committee ment of the 1997 Annual Fine Particulate ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- on Environment and Public Works. Matter Standard’’ (FRL No. 9900–28–Region 5)

VerDate Mar 15 2010 01:54 Sep 11, 2013 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD13\RECFILES\S09SE3.REC S09SE3 bjneal on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S6294 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 9, 2013 received during adjournment of the Senate dures, Execution and Filing of Forms: Cor- of the President of the Senate on August 8, in the Office of the President of the Senate rection of State Office Address for Filings 2013; to the Committee on Environment and on August 22, 2013; to the Committee on En- and Recordings, Including Proper Offices for Public Works. vironment and Public Works. Recording of Mining Claims; New Mexico/ EC–2660. A communication from the Direc- EC–2645. A communication from the Direc- Oklahoma/Texas/Kansas’’ (RIN1004–AE33) re- tor of Congressional Affairs, Nuclear Reactor tor of the Regulatory Management Division, ceived during adjournment of the Senate in Regulation, Nuclear Regulatory Commis- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- the Office of the President of the Senate on sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- August 02, 2013; to the Committee on Envi- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Guidance for Assess- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air ronment and Public Works. ment of Flooding Hazards Due to Dam Fail- Quality Implementation Plans; Wisconsin; EC–2653. A communication from the Dep- ure’’ (JLD–ISG–2013–01) received during ad- Disapproval of PM2.5 Permitting Require- uty Secretary, Bureau of Land Management, journment of the Senate in the Office of the ments; Correction’’ (FRL No. 9900–30 – Re- Department of the Interior, transmitting, President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to gion 5) received during adjournment of the pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled the Committee on Environment and Public Senate in the Office of the President of the ‘‘Commercial Filming and Similar Projects Works. Senate on August 22, 2013; to the Committee and Still Photography Activities’’ (RIN1004– EC–2661. A communication from the Direc- on Environment and Public Works. AD30) received during adjournment of the tor of Congressional Affairs, Office of the EC–2646. A communication from the Direc- Senate in the Office of the President of the General Counsel, Nuclear Regulatory Com- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Senate on August 27, 2013; to the Committee mission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- on Environment and Public Works. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Guidance for As- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–2654. A communication from the Direc- sessment of Flooding Hazards Due to Dam titled ‘‘Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program: tor, Office of the Secretary, Department of Failure’’ (JLD–ISG–2013–01) received during Final Amendments and Confidentiality De- the Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, adjournment of the Senate in the Office of terminations for Subpart I’’ (FRL No. 9845–6) the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Freedom of In- the President of the Senate on August 16, received during adjournment of the Senate formation Act Regulations’’ (RIN1093–AA15) 2013; to the Committee on Environment and in the Office of the President of the Senate received during adjournment of the Senate Public Works. on August 22, 2013; to the Committee on En- in the Office of the President of the Senate EC–2662. A communication from the Direc- vironment and Public Works. on August 15, 2013; to the Committee on En- tor of Congressional Affairs, Office of Admin- EC–2647. A communication from the Direc- vironment and Public Works. istration, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, tor of the Regulatory Management Division, EC–2655. A communication from the Chief transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- of the Endangered Species Listing Branch, a rule entitled ‘‘The Rulemaking Process’’ ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the (Management Directive 6.3) received during titled ‘‘Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle and Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the adjournment of the Senate in the Office of Nonroad Technical Amendments’’ (FRL No. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and the President of the Senate on August 20, 9900–11–OAR) received during adjournment of Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determina- 2013; to the Committee on Environment and the Senate in the Office of the President of tion of Endangered Status for Sphaeralcea Public Works. the Senate on August 27, 2013; to the Com- gierischii (Gierish Mallow) Throughout Its EC–2663. A communication from the Chair- mittee on Environment and Public Works. Range’’ (RIN1018–AY58) received during ad- man, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, trans- EC–2648. A communication from the Direc- journment of the Senate in the Office of the mitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled tor of the Regulatory Management Division, President of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to ‘‘Report to Congress on Abnormal Occur- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- the Committee on Environment and Public rences: Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 Revision 1’’; to ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Works. the Committee on Environment and Public titled ‘‘Virginia: Final Authorization of EC–2656. A communication from the Chief Works. State Hazardous Waste Management Pro- of the Endangered Species Listing Branch, EC–2664. A communication from the Assist- gram Revisions’’ (FRL No. 9900–47–Region 3) Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the ant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works), received during adjournment of the Senate Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of in the Office of the President of the Senate report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and the Secretary of the Army’s recommenda- on August 28, 2013; to the Committee on En- Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation tion to increase the authorized total project vironment and Public Works. of Critical Habitat for Sphaeralcea gierischii cost of the Corpus Christi Ship Chanel, EC–2649. A communication from the Direc- (Gierish Mallow)’’ (RIN1018–AZ46) received Texas, Deep-Draft Navigation and Ecosystem tor of the Regulatory Management Division, during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- Restoration Project; to the Committee on Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- fice of the President of the Senate on August Environment and Public Works. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- 8, 2013; to the Committee on Environment EC–2665. A communication from the Acting titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air and Public Works. Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- Quality Implementation Plans; Connecticut; EC–2657. A communication from the Chief quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- NOx Emission Trading Orders as Single of the Branch of Listing, Fish and Wildlife tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Source SIP Revisions’’ (FRL No. 9900–63–Re- Service, Department of the Interior, trans- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- gion 1) received during adjournment of the mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule tion Regulation; Federal Acquisition Cir- Senate in the Office of the President of the entitled ‘‘Endangered and Threatened Wild- cular 2005–69; Introduction’’ (FAC 2005–69) re- Senate on August 29, 2013; to the Committee life and Plants; Endangered Species Status ceived in the Office of the President of the on Environment and Public Works. for Diamond Darter’’ (RIN1018–AY12) re- Senate on August 1, 2013; to the Committee EC–2650. A communication from the Direc- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, the Office of the President of the Senate on fairs. Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- August 8, 2013; to the Committee on Environ- EC–2666. A communication from the Acting ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ment and Public Works. Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- titled ‘‘Determination of Attainment for the EC–2658. A communication from the Acting quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- West Central Pinal Nonattainment Area for Chief of the Branch of Recovery and State tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the the 2006 Fine Particle Standard; Arizona; De- Grant, Fish and Wildlife Service, Depart- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- termination Regarding Applicability of ment of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant tion Regulation; Iran Threat Reduction’’ Clean Air Act Requirements’’ (FRL No. 9900– to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endan- (RIN9000–AM44) received in the Office of the 58–Region 9) received during adjournment of gered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; President of the Senate on August 1, 2013; to the Senate in the Office of the President of Establishment of a Nonessential Experi- the Committee on Homeland Security and the Senate on August 29, 2013; to the Com- mental Population of Topeka Shiner Governmental Affairs. mittee on Environment and Public Works. (Notropis topeka) in Northern Missouri’’ EC–2667. A communication from the Acting EC–2651. A communication from the Divi- (RIN1018–AY45) received during adjournment Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- sion Chief of Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of of the Senate in the Office of the President quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- Land Management, Department of the Inte- of the Senate on August 8, 2013; to the Com- tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the rior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- mittee on Environment and Public Works. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Minerals Manage- EC–2659. A communication from the Acting tion Regulation; Definition of Contingency ment: Adjustment of Cost Recovery Fees’’ Chief of the Branch of Recovery and State Operation’’ (RIN9000–AM48) received in the (RIN1004–AE32) received during adjournment Grant, Fish and Wildlife Service, Depart- Office of the President of the Senate on Au- of the Senate in the Office of the President ment of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant gust 1, 2013; to the Committee on Homeland of the Senate on August 16, 2013; to the Com- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endan- Security and Governmental Affairs. mittee on Environment and Public Works. gered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; EC–2668. A communication from the Acting EC–2652. A communication from the Divi- Reclassification of Acmispon dendroideus Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- sion Chief of Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of var. traskiae (=Lotus d. subsp. traskiae) and quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- Land Management, Department of the Inte- Castilleja grisea as Threatened Throughtout tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the rior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Their Ranges’’ (RIN1018–AY04) received dur- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Application Proce- ing adjournment of the Senate in the Office tion Regulation; Documenting Contractor

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A communication from the Chair- rity and Governmental Affairs. quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- man of the Council of the District of Colum- f tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- on D.C. Act 20–118, ‘‘Workers’ Compensation REPORTS OF COMMITTEES DURING tion Regulation; Least Developed Countries Statute of Limitations Temporary Amend- ADJOURNMENT that are Designated Countries’’ (RIN9000– ment Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on AM62) received in the Office of the President Homeland Security and Governmental Af- Under the authority of the order of of the Senate on August 1, 2013; to the Com- fairs. the Senate of August 1, 2013, the fol- mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- EC–2679. A communication from the Chair- lowing reports of committees were sub- mental Affairs. man of the Council of the District of Colum- mitted on September 4, 2013: EC–2670. A communication from the Acting bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report By Mr. SANDERS, from the Committee on Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- on D.C. Act 20–121, ‘‘Closing of a Public Veterans’ Affairs, without amendment: quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- Street and Alley and Elimination of Building S. 572. A bill to amend title 38, United tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Restriction Lines in and abutting Squares States Code, to clarify the conditions under report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- 5641 and N–5641, S.O. 07–2117, Act of 2013’’; to which certain persons may be treated as ad- tion Regulation; Update to Biobased Report- the Committee on Homeland Security and judicated mentally incompetent for certain ing Requirements’’ (RIN9000–AM63) received Governmental Affairs. purposes (Rept. No. 113–86). in the Office of the President of the Senate EC–2680. A communication from the Chair- on August 1, 2013; to the Committee on S. 893. A bill to provide for an increase, ef- man of the Council of the District of Colum- fective December 1, 2013, in the rates of com- Homeland Security and Governmental Af- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report fairs. pensation for veterans with service-con- on D.C. Act 20–122, ‘‘Delta Sigma Theta Way nected disabilities and the rates of depend- EC–2671. A communication from the Acting Designation Act of 2013’’; to the Committee Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- ency and indemnity compensation for the on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- survivors of certain disabled veterans, and quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- fairs. tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the for other purposes (Rept. No. 113–87). EC–2681. A communication from the Chair- By Ms. STABENOW, from the Committee report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- man of the Council of the District of Colum- tion Regulation; Federal Acquisition Cir- on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Report to accompany S. 954, An original cular 2005–69, Technical Amendments’’ (FAC on D.C. Act 20–123, ‘‘Atlas Court Alley Des- 2005–69) received in the Office of the Presi- bill to reauthorize agricultural programs ignation Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on through 2018 (Rept. No. 113–88). dent of the Senate on August 1, 2013; to the Homeland Security and Governmental Af- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- fairs. f ernmental Affairs. EC–2682. A communication from the Chair- EC–2672. A communication from the Acting INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND man of the Council of the District of Colum- Senior Procurement Executive, Office of Ac- JOINT RESOLUTIONS bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report quisition Policy, General Services Adminis- on D.C. Act 20–134, ‘‘Board of Elections Peti- The following bills and joint resolu- tration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the tion Circulation Requirements Amendment report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal Acquisi- tions were introduced, read the first Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on Homeland tion Regulation; Federal Acquisition Cir- and second times by unanimous con- Security and Governmental Affairs. cular 2005–69, Small Entity Compliance sent, and referred as indicated: EC–2683. A communication from the Chair- Guide’’ (FAC2005–69) received in the Office of man of the Council of the District of Colum- By Mr. THUNE (for himself, Mr. ENZI, the President of the Senate on August 1, bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Mr. BARRASSO, Mr. ALEXANDER, Mr. 2013; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- on D.C. Act 20–135, ‘‘Dimitar Peshev Plaza RUBIO, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. SCOTT, and rity and Governmental Affairs. Mr. MCCONNELL): EC–2673. A communication from the Asso- Designation Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- S. 1487. A bill to limit the availability of ciate Attorney General Counsel for General tax credits and reductions in cost-sharing Law, Department of Homeland Security, fairs. EC–2684. A communication from the Chair- under the Patient Protection and Affordable transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- Care Act to individuals who receive health ative to a vacancy in the position of Assist- man of the Council of the District of Colum- bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report insurance coverage pursuant to the provi- ant Secretary, U.S. Immigration and Cus- sions of a Taft-Hartley plan; to the Com- toms Enforcement, received during adjourn- on D.C. Act 20–136, ‘‘Capitol Hill Business Improvement District Amendment Act of mittee on Finance. ment of the Senate in the Office of the Presi- By Mr. COATS (for himself, Mr. dent of the Senate on August 20, 2013; to the 2013’’; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- MCCONNELL, Mr. ALEXANDER, Mr. Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- rity and Governmental Affairs. BOOZMAN, Mr. COBURN, Mr. FLAKE, ernmental Affairs. EC–2685. A communication from the Dis- Mr. JOHANNS, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. ISAK- EC–2674. A communication from the Gen- trict of Columbia Auditor, transmitting, pur- SON, and Ms. AYOTTE): eral Counsel, Executive Office of the Presi- suant to law, a report entitled, ‘‘District of S. 1488. A bill to delay the application of dent, Office of Management and Budget, Columbia Agencies’ Compliance with Fiscal the individual health insurance mandate, to transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- Year 2013 Small Business Enterprise Expend- delay the application of the employer health ative to a vacancy in the position of Intellec- iture Goals through the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal tual Property Enforcement Coordinator, Of- Year 2013’’; to the Committee on Homeland insurance mandate, and for other purposes; fice of Management and Budget, received Security and Governmental Affairs. to the Committee on Finance. during adjournment of the Senate in the Of- EC–2686. A communication from the Acting f Chairman of the National Transportation fice of the President of the Senate on August SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND 27, 2013; to the Committee on Homeland Se- Safety Board, transmitting, pursuant to law, curity and Governmental Affairs. the Board’s Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Report SENATE RESOLUTIONS EC–2675. A communication from the Acting on The Notification and Federal Employee The following concurrent resolutions Director, Office of Personnel Management, Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of and Senate resolutions were read, and 2002; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of referred (or acted upon), as indicated: a rule entitled ‘‘Pay Under the General rity and Governmental Affairs. Schedule and Recruitment, Relocation, and EC–2687. A communication from the Execu- By Mr. NELSON: Retention Incentives’’ (RIN3206–AM13) re- tive Director for Operations, Nuclear Regu- S. Res. 218. A resolution honoring the leg- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in latory Commission, transmitting, pursuant acy of A. Philip Randolph and saluting his the Office of the President of the Senate on to law, the Uniform Resource Locator (URL) efforts on behalf of the people of the United August 29, 2013; to the Committee on Home- for the Commission’s commercial activities States to form ‘‘a more perfect union’’; to land Security and Governmental Affairs. inventory; to the Committee on Homeland the Committee on the Judiciary. EC–2676. A communication from the Chair- Security and Governmental Affairs. By Mr. CARDIN: man of the Council of the District of Colum- EC–2688. A communication from the Acting S. Res. 219. A resolution calling for Syrian bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Secretary of Labor, Department of Labor, President Bashar al-Assad and others to be on D.C. Act 20–112, ‘‘Vending Regulation transmitting, pursuant to law, the Depart- tried before the International Criminal Temporary Amendment Act of 2013’’; to the ment’s fiscal year 2012 annual report relative Court for committing war crimes and crimes Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- to the Notification and Federal Employee against humanity; to the Committee on For- ernmental Affairs. Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of eign Relations. EC–2677. A communication from the Chair- 2002; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- By Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. man of the Council of the District of Colum- rity and Governmental Affairs. MCCONNELL):

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S. Res. 220. A resolution to authorize rep- S. 367 S. 623 resentation by the Senate Legal Counsel in At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the the case of Wade v. Miller, et al.; considered name of the Senator from North Caro- name of the Senator from Massachu- and agreed to. lina (Mrs. HAGAN) was added as a co- setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- f sponsor of S. 367, a bill to amend title sponsor of S. 623, a bill to amend title ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS XVIII of the Social Security Act to re- XVIII of the Social Security Act to en- peal the Medicare outpatient rehabili- S. 54 sure the continued access of Medicare tation therapy caps. At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the beneficiaries to diagnostic imaging name of the Senator from Massachu- S. 373 services. setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, the S. 641 sponsor of S. 54, a bill to increase pub- name of the Senator from Colorado At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the lic safety by punishing and deterring (Mr. UDALL) was added as a cosponsor name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. firearms trafficking. of S. 373, a bill to amend titles 10, 32, BEGICH) was added as a cosponsor of S. 37, and 38 of the United States Code, to S. 119 641, a bill to amend the Public Health add a definition of spouse for purposes At the request of Mrs. BOXER, the Service Act to increase the number of names of the Senator from Vermont of military personnel policies and mili- permanent faculty in palliative care at tary and veteran benefits that recog- (Mr. SANDERS) and the Senator from accredited allopathic and osteopathic nizes new State definitions of spouse. Massachusetts (Mr. MARKEY) were medical schools, nursing schools, and added as cosponsors of S. 119, a bill to S. 375 other programs, to promote education prohibit the application of certain re- At the request of Mr. TESTER, the in palliative care and hospice, and to strictive eligibility requirements to name of the Senator from Indiana (Mr. support the development of faculty ca- foreign nongovernmental organizations DONNELLY) was added as a cosponsor of reers in academic palliative medicine. with respect to the provision of assist- S. 375, a bill to require Senate can- S. 653 ance under part I of the Foreign Assist- didates to file designations, state- At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the ance Act of 1961. ments, and reports in electronic form. name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. S. 122 S. 381 MORAN) was added as a cosponsor of S. At the request of Mr. CHAMBLISS, the At the request of Mr. BROWN, the 653, a bill to provide for the establish- name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. names of the Senator from Georgia ment of the Special Envoy to Promote ROBERTS) was added as a cosponsor of (Mr. CHAMBLISS) and the Senator from Religious Freedom of Religious Minori- S. 122, a bill to promote freedom, fair- Arkansas (Mr. PRYOR) were added as ties in the Near East and South Cen- ness, and economic opportunity by re- cosponsors of S. 381, a bill to award a tral Asia. Congressional Gold Medal to the World pealing the income tax and other taxes, S. 709 War II members of the ‘‘Doolittle abolishing the Internal Revenue Serv- At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the Tokyo Raiders’’, for outstanding her- ice, and enacting a national sales tax name of the Senator from North Caro- oism, valor, skill, and service to the to be administered primarily by the lina (Mrs. HAGAN) was added as a co- United States in conducting the bomb- States. sponsor of S. 709, a bill to amend title ings of Tokyo. S. 123 XVIII of the Social Security Act to in- At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, S. 398 crease diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease the name of the Senator from Massa- At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the and related dementias, leading to bet- chusetts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a names of the Senator from North Caro- ter care and outcomes for Americans cosponsor of S. 123, a bill to modernize lina (Mrs. HAGAN) and the Senator living with Alzheimer’s disease and re- voter registration, promote access to from Hawaii (Ms. HIRONO) were added lated dementias. as cosponsors of S. 398, a bill to estab- voting for individuals with disabilities, S. 734 protect the ability of individuals to ex- lish the Commission to Study the Po- tential Creation of a National Women’s At the request of Mr. NELSON, the ercise the right to vote in elections for name of the Senator from Massachu- Federal office, and for other purposes. History Museum, and for other pur- poses. setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- S. 264 sponsor of S. 734, a bill to amend title S. 411 At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the 10, United States Code, to repeal the At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the name of the Senator from Massachu- requirement for reduction of survivor names of the Senator from Mississippi setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- annuities under the Survivor Benefit (Mr. WICKER) and the Senator from sponsor of S. 264, a bill to expand ac- Plan by veterans’ dependency and in- Montana (Mr. TESTER) were added as cess to community mental health cen- demnity compensation. ters and improve the quality of mental cosponsors of S. 411, a bill to amend the S. 783 health care for all Americans. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the S. 314 and modify the railroad track mainte- name of the Senator from Minnesota At the request of Ms. STABENOW, her nance credit. (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a co- name was added as a cosponsor of S. S. 412 sponsor of S. 783, a bill to amend the 314, a bill to amend the Public Health At the request of Ms. LANDRIEU, the Helium Act to improve helium stew- Service Act to improve the health of name of the Senator from Massachu- ardship, and for other purposes. children and help better understand setts (Mr. MARKEY) was added as a co- and enhance awareness about unex- sponsor of S. 412, a bill to authorize S. 896 pected sudden death in early life. certain major medical facility leases At the request of Mr. BEGICH, the At the request of Mrs. HAGAN, her for the Department of Veterans Affairs, name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. name was added as a cosponsor of S. and for other purposes. MERKLEY) was added as a cosponsor of 314, supra. S. 569 S. 896, a bill to amend title II of the So- S. 346 At the request of Mr. BROWN, the cial Security Act to repeal the Govern- At the request of Mr. TESTER, the names of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. ment pension offset and windfall elimi- name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. BEGICH) and the Senator from Michigan nation provisions. CHAMBLISS) was added as a cosponsor of (Ms. STABENOW) were added as cospon- S. 917 S. 346, a bill to amend title 10, United sors of S. 569, a bill to amend title At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the States Code, to permit veterans who XVIII of the Social Security Act to name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. have a service-connected, permanent count a period of receipt of outpatient WARNER) was added as a cosponsor of S. disability rated as total to travel on observation services in a hospital to- 917, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- military aircraft in the same manner ward satisfying the 3-day inpatient enue Code of 1986 to provide a reduced and to the same extent as retired mem- hospital requirement for coverage of rate of excise tax on beer produced do- bers of the Armed Forces entitled to skilled nursing facility services under mestically by certain qualifying pro- such travel. Medicare. ducers.

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At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the S. 1204, a bill to amend the Patient name of the Senator from Alaska (Ms. Protection and Affordable Care Act to S. 1320 MURKOWSKI) was added as a cosponsor protect rights of conscience with re- At the request of Mr. DONNELLY, the of S. 1012, a bill to amend title XVIII of gard to requirements for coverage of name of the Senator from Colorado the Social Security Act to improve op- specific items and services, to amend (Mr. BENNET) was added as a cosponsor erations of recovery auditors under the the Public Health Service Act to pro- of S. 1320, a bill to establish a tiered Medicare integrity program, to in- hibit certain abortion-related discrimi- hiring preference for members of the crease transparency and accuracy in nation in governmental activities, and reserve components of the armed audits conducted by contractors, and for other purposes. forces. for other purposes. S. 1217 S. 1406 S. 1053 At the request of Mr. CORKER, the At the request of Ms. AYOTTE, the At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. name of the Senator from Louisiana name of the Senator from Maryland CHAMBLISS) was added as a cosponsor of (Ms. LANDRIEU) was added as a cospon- (Mr. CARDIN) was added as a cosponsor S. 1217, a bill to provide secondary sor of S. 1406, a bill to amend the Horse of S. 1053, a bill to amend title XVIII of mortgage market reform, and for other Protection Act to designate additional the Social Security Act to strengthen purposes. unlawful acts under the Act, strength- and protect Medicare hospice pro- S. 1226 en penalties for violations of the Act, grams. At the request of Mr. BROWN, the improve Department of Agriculture en- S. 1064 name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. forcement of the Act, and for other At the request of Mr. BROWN, the DURBIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. purposes. 1226, a bill to promote industry growth name of the Senator from Hawaii (Ms. S. 1423 HIRONO) was added as a cosponsor of S. and competitiveness and to improve 1064, a bill to amend title XVIII of the worker training, retention, and ad- At the request of Mr. UDALL of Colo- Social Security Act to provide for vancement, and for other purposes. rado, the name of the Senator from Colorado (Mr. BENNET) was added as a treatment of clinical psychologists as S. 1228 cosponsor of S. 1423, a bill to amend the physicians for purposes of furnishing At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the Energy Employees Occupational Illness clinical psychologist services under the name of the Senator from Wyoming Compensation Program Act of 2000 to Medicare program. (Mr. ENZI) was added as a cosponsor of strengthen the quality control meas- S. 1228, a bill to establish a program to S. 1069 ures in place for part B lung disease provide incentive payments to partici- At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, claims and to establish the Advisory pating Medicare beneficiaries who vol- the names of the Senator from New Board on Toxic Substances and Worker untarily establish and maintain better Jersey (Mr. MENENDEZ) and the Sen- Health for the contractor employee health. ator from Vermont (Mr. SANDERS) were compensation program under subtitle added as cosponsors of S. 1069, a bill to S. 1271 E of such Act. prohibit discrimination in adoption or At the request of Mr. RUBIO, the foster care placements based on the name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. S. 1455 sexual orientation, gender identity, or KIRK) was added as a cosponsor of S. At the request of Mr. COBURN, the marital status of any prospective adop- 1271, a bill to direct the President to names of the Senator from Arizona tive or foster parent, or the sexual ori- establish guidelines for the United (Mr. FLAKE), the Senator from Wis- entation or gender identity of the child States foreign assistance programs, consin (Mr. JOHNSON), the Senator from involved. and for other purposes. Missouri (Mr. BLUNT) and the Senator S. 1114 S. 1292 from New Hampshire (Ms. AYOTTE) At the request of Mr. BROWN, the At the request of Mr. CRUZ, the were added as cosponsors of S. 1455, a name of the Senator from Maine (Mr. names of the Senator from Alabama bill to condition the provision of pre- KING) was added as a cosponsor of S. (Mr. SESSIONS) and the Senator from mium and cost-sharing subsidies under 1114, a bill to provide for identification Idaho (Mr. CRAPO) were added as co- the Patient Protection and Affordable of misaligned currency, require action sponsors of S. 1292, a bill to prohibit Care Act upon a certification that a to correct the misalignment, and for the funding of the Patient Protection program to verify household income is other purposes. and Affordable Care Act. operational. S. 1130 S. 1300 S. 1456 At the request of Mr. MERKLEY, the At the request of Mr. FLAKE, the At the request of Ms. AYOTTE, the name of the Senator from New York name of the Senator from New Mexico names of the Senator from Nebraska (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a cospon- (Mr. HEINRICH) was added as a cospon- (Mr. JOHANNS) and the Senator from sor of S. 1130, a bill to require the At- sor of S. 1300, a bill to amend the New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were torney General to disclose each deci- Healthy Forests Restoration Act of added as cosponsors of S. 1456, a bill to sion, order, or opinion of a Foreign In- 2003 to provide for the conduct of stew- award the Congressional Gold Medal to telligence Surveillance Court that in- ardship end result contracting projects. Shimon Peres.

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S.J. RES. 2 8802 (6 Fed. Reg. 3109) on June 25, 1941, de- S. RES. 219 At the request of Mr. VITTER, the claring that ‘‘there shall be no discrimina- Whereas the United States intelligence name of the Senator from South Caro- tion in the employment of workers in de- community assessed with high confidence fense industries and in government because lina (Mr. SCOTT) was added as a cospon- that the Government of Syria carried out a of race, creed, color, or national origin’’ and chemical weapons attack in the Damascus sor of S.J. Res. 2, a joint resolution established the Fair Employment Practices suburbs on August 21, 2013, killing 1,429 Syr- proposing an amendment to the Con- Commission to oversee that order; ians; stitution of the United States relative Whereas Mr. Randolph urged President to limiting the number of terms that a Harry Truman to end segregation in the Whereas the United Nations estimates Member of Congress may serve. Armed Forces of the United States; that, since the uprising in Syria began in March 2011, more than 100,000 people, mainly S.J. RES. 19 Whereas, after the urging of Mr. Randolph, President Truman issued Executive Order civilians, have been killed; At the request of Mr. UDALL of New 9981 (13 Fed. Reg. 4313) on July 26, 1948, de- Whereas Syria and neighboring countries Mexico, the name of the Senator from claring that ‘‘[T]here shall be equality of are facing a growing humanitarian crisis, New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added treatment and opportunity for all persons in with 2,000,000 Syrians having fled the coun- as a cosponsor of S.J. Res. 19, a joint the armed services without regard to race, try, and millions more being displaced inter- resolution proposing an amendment to color, religion or national origin. This policy nally; the Constitution of the United States shall be put into effect as rapidly as possible, Whereas, under the command of President relating to contributions and expendi- having due regard to the time required to ef- Bashar al-Assad, Syrian government forces tures intended to affect elections. fectuate any necessary changes without im- and shabiha forces have been accused of pairing efficiency or morale.’’ and closed the gross human rights violations, including S. RES. 213 segregated Marine Corps boot camp at heavy shelling of civilian areas, widespread At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the Montford Point in Jacksonville, North Caro- pillaging and the burning of homes, denial of name of the Senator from South Caro- lina; basic human needs such as food, water, and lina (Mr. GRAHAM) was added as a co- Whereas Mr. Randolph was actively in- medical care, mass torture and arrests, un- sponsor of S. Res. 213, a resolution ex- volved in the planning and organization of lawful detention, and brutal execution-style many civil rights efforts, including the pray- pressing support for the free and peace- killings; er pilgrimage for freedom in 1957, the ful exercise of representative democ- Whereas terrorist groups operating in marches for school integration in 1958 and racy in Venezuela and condemning vio- Syria have reportedly engaged in kidnapping 1959, and the March on Washington in 1963; lence and intimidation against the Whereas Mr. Randolph was the first speak- for ransom, violence, summary executions, country’s political opposition. er of the day at the March on Washington on torture, and other gross human rights viola- tions against civilians; f August 28, 1963, during which Dr. Martin Lu- ther King delivered his famous ‘‘I Have a Whereas the United States has imple- SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS Dream’’ speech; mented a series of sanctions through five Ex- Whereas the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Pub- ecutive orders pertaining to the situation in lic Law 88–352; 78 Stat. 241), the Voting Syria; SENATE RESOLUTION 218—HON- Rights Act of 1965 (Public Law 89–110; 79 Whereas the United Nations Human Rights ORING THE LEGACY OF A. PHIL- Stat. 437), and the Civil Rights Act of 1968 Council has held four special sessions, issued IP RANDOLPH AND SALUTING (Public Law 90–284; 82 Stat. 73) are the fruits four reports of the Independent International of the seeds that Mr. Randolph and others HIS EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab like him sowed many years before; THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED Republic, and adopted seven resolutions de- Whereas Mr. Randolph helped to found the voted to the situation in Syria; STATES TO FORM ‘‘A MORE PER- Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Whereas the United Nations Security FECT UNION’’ Rights; Council has adopted three resolutions au- Mr. NELSON submitted the following Whereas Amtrak named one of its luxury thorizing an advance team to monitor the resolution; which was referred to the sleeping cars, the Superliner II Deluxe Sleep- ceasefire in Syria and a short-lived United er 32503, the ‘‘A. Philip Randolph’’ in honor Nations Supervision Mission in Syria Committee on the Judiciary: of Mr. Randolph; (UNSMIS); S. RES. 218 Whereas a bust in the likeness of Mr. Ran- Whereas the United Nations General As- Whereas A. Philip Randolph was born on dolph stands in Union Station in Wash- sembly has adopted five resolutions regard- April 15, 1889, and grew up in Jacksonville, ington, DC, as a tribute to his work on behalf ing human rights and the situation in Syria; Florida; of African-American rail workers; Whereas Mr. Randolph attended the Whereas, in 1964, Mr. Randolph was award- Whereas the situation in Syria continues Cookman Institute, one of the first high ed the Presidential Medal of Freedom by to deteriorate despite such actions by the schools for African Americans in the United President Lyndon Johnson; international community; States, located in Jacksonville, Florida, and Whereas the civil rights revolution was Whereas United Nations Security Council graduated valedictorian of his class in 1907; launched, in no small part, based on the ef- Resolution 1540 (2004) prohibits all United Whereas Mr. Randolph was an inspira- forts of Mr. Randolph and the work of states- Nations member states, including Syria, tional person who demonstrated an men like him; and from providing any form of support to non- unyielding struggle for human rights on be- Whereas, upon the celebration of the 50th state actors that attempt to develop, ac- half of marginalized groups in society; anniversary of the March on Washington in quire, possess, transfer, or use chemical Whereas Mr. Randolph was active in both 2013, it is fitting to honor the work of Mr. weapons or other weapons of mass destruc- the civil rights movement and the labor Randolph and his commitment to a better tion, and it reaffirms that weapon of mass movement in the United States; United States: Now, therefore, be it destruction proliferation ‘‘constitutes a Whereas Mr. Randolph was a tireless and Resolved, That the Senate honors the leg- threat to international peace and security’’; highly effective advocate for African-Amer- acy of A. Philip Randolph and salutes his ef- Whereas, on February 22, 2012, the United ican rights during the 1930s and 1940s, focus- forts on behalf of the people of the United Nations Independent International Commis- ing particularly on employment rights; States to form ‘‘a more perfect union’’. sion of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic Whereas Mr. Randolph led the effort to or- found in its second report that, after further ganize the porters of the Pullman Company, f review, ‘‘a reliable body of evidence exists one of the largest railroad car companies in SENATE RESOLUTION 219—CALL- that, consistent with other verified cir- the United States at that time; ING FOR SYRIAN PRESIDENT cumstances, provides reasonable grounds to Whereas Mr. Randolph founded the Broth- BASHAR AL-ASSAD AND OTHERS erhood of Sleeping Car Porters, an organiza- believe that particular individuals, including tion that advanced the rights of African- TO BE TRIED BEFORE THE commanding officers and officials at the American workers to dignity, respect, and a INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL highest levels of Government, bear responsi- decent livelihood; COURT FOR COMMITTING WAR bility for crimes against humanity and other Whereas Mr. Randolph urged President CRIMES AND CRIMES AGAINST gross human rights violations’’; Franklin Roosevelt to end employment dis- HUMANITY crimination against African Americans in the Federal Government; Mr. CARDIN submitted the following Whereas, after the urging of Mr. Randolph, resolution; which was referred to the President Roosevelt issued Executive Order Committee on Foreign Relations:

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Res. 21, to authorize the to announce that the Committee on humanity, war crimes, and gross violations limited and specified use of the United of international human rights and that anti- Rules and Administration will meet at States Armed Forces against Syria; which government forces committed war crimes; 10 a.m., on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, was ordered to lie on the table. Whereas the February 5, 2013, United Na- to consider the nominations of Ann tions Independent International Commission f Miller Ravel and Lee E. Goodman to be of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic TEXT OF AMENDMENTS members of the Federal Election Com- found that government forces, affiliated mi- SA 1849. Mr. PAUL submitted an mission and to consider an original res- litia, and anti-government forces have vio- amendment intended to be proposed by olution authorizing expenditures by lated the rights of children and that govern- him to the joint resolution S.J. Res. 21, the Senate Committee on Rules and ment forces and affiliated militia have com- to authorize the limited and specified Administration for the remainder of mitted widespread sexual violence; the 113th Congress. Whereas the report recommends that the use of the United States Armed Forces against Syria; which was ordered to lie For further information regarding United Nations Security Council ‘‘take ap- this meeting, please contact Adam propriate action and commit to human on the table; as follows: rights and the rule of law by means of refer- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- Topper at the Rules and Administra- ral to justice, possibly to the International lowing: tion Committee at 202–224–6352, Criminal Court, bearing in mind that, in the SEC. ll. TERMINATION OF THE PRESIDENT’S Mr. CASEY. Mr. President, I ask context of the Syrian Arab Republic, only AUTHORITY TO USE FORCE AGAINST unanimous consent that the order for the Security Council is competent to refer THE GOVERNMENT OF SYRIA. the quorum call be rescinded. the situation to the Court’’; Notwithstanding any other provision of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas the United Nations conducted an law, the authority to use force resides in objection, it is so ordered. investigation into the alleged August 21, Congress, and the President does not have f 2013, chemical weapons attack in the Damas- authority to carry out the military action set forth in this resolution absent passage of AUTHORIZING SENATE LEGAL cus suburbs; COUNSEL Whereas the United Nations High Commis- the resolution. sioner for Human Rights has repeatedly f Mr. CASEY. Mr. President, I ask called on the United Nations Security Coun- NOTICES OF HEARINGS unanimous consent that the Senate cil to consider referring the situation of proceed to the consideration of S. Res. COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS Syria to the International Criminal Court; Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, I 220 which was submitted earlier today. and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The would like to announce that the Com- Whereas the International Criminal Court clerk will report the resolution by mittee on Indian Affairs will meet dur- is an independent body whose mission is to title. investigate and prosecute individuals for ing the session of the Senate on Sep- The legislative clerk read as follows: crimes within its jurisdiction, including tember 10, 2013, in room SD–628 of the A resolution (S. Res. 220) to authorize rep- crimes against humanity, war crimes, and Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:30 resentation by the Senate Legal Counsel in genocide: Now, therefore, be it p.m., to conduct a legislative hearing the case of Wade v. Miller, et al. Resolved, That the Senate— to receive testimony on the following The PRESIDING OFFICER. There (1) strongly condemns the ongoing vio- bills: S. 1448, to provide for equitable being no objection, the Senate pro- lence, the use of chemical weapons, and the compensation to the Spokane Tribe of ceeded to consider the resolution. systematic gross human rights violations Mr. CASEY. Mr. President, I ask carried out by Syrian government forces Indians of the Spokane Reservation for under direction of President Bashar al-Assad the use of tribal land for the produc- unanimous consent the resolution be as well as abuses committed by other groups tion of hydropower by the Grand Cou- agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, involved in the civil war in Syria; lee Dam, and for other purposes; S. and the motions to reconsider be laid (2) expresses its support for the people of 1219, to authorize the Pechanga Band of upon the table, with no intervening ac- Syria seeking peaceful democratic change; Luiseno Mission Indians Water Rights tion or debate. and Settlement, and for other purposes; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (3) calls on the United Nations Security and S. 1447, to make technical correc- objection, it is so ordered. Council, based on evidence that war crimes The resolution (S. Res. 220) was tions to certain Native American water and crimes against humanity have been per- agreed to. petrated in Syria, to refer the situation of rights settlements in the State of New The preamble was agreed to. Syria to the International Criminal Court. Mexico, and for other purposes. (The resolution, with its preamble, is Those wishing additional information printed in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Sub- f may contact the Indian Affairs Com- mitted Resolutions.’’) mittee at (202) 224–2251. f SENATE RESOLUTION 220—TO AU- COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, I ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, THORIZE REPRESENTATION BY would like to announce that the Com- SEPTEMBER 10, 2011 THE SENATE LEGAL COUNSEL IN mittee on Indian Affairs will meet dur- Mr. CASEY. Mr. President, I ask THE CASE OF WADE V. MILLER, ing the session of the Senate on Sep- unanimous consent that when the Sen- ET AL tember 10, 2013, in room SD–628 of the ate completes its business today, it ad- Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:30 journ until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sep- MCCONNELL) submitted the following p.m., to conduct a business meeting to tember 10, 2013; that following the resolution; which was considered and authorize expenditures by the Com- prayer and pledge, the morning hour be agreed to: mittee through February of 2015. deemed expired, the Journal of pro- S. RES. 220 Those wishing additional information ceedings be approved to date, the time Whereas, ninety-five current and former may contact the Indian Affairs Com- for the two leaders be reserved for their Senators are named as defendants in the case mittee at (202) 224–2251. use later in the day; that following any of Wade v. Miller, et al., No. 13–708, now COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, leader remarks, the Senate be in a pe- pending in the United States District Court AND PENSIONS riod of morning business until 11 a.m., for the District of Columbia; Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, I wish to with the time equally divided and con- Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and announce that the Committee on trolled between the two leaders or 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- their designees, with Senators per- 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(1), the sions will meet in open session on mitted to speak therein for up to 10 Senate may direct its counsel to defend cur- Thursday, September 12, 2013, at 10 minutes each; further, that at 11 a.m. rent and former Members of the Senate in the Senate resume consideration of the civil actions relating to their official respon- a.m. in room 430 of the Dirksen Senate sibilities: Now, therefore, be it Office Building to conduct a hearing motion to proceed to S. J. Res. 21, and Resolved, That the Senate Legal Counsel is entitled ‘‘Dental Crisis in America: The the time until noon be equally divided authorized to represent the ninety-five cur- Need to Address Cost’’ and controlled between the two leaders rent and former Senators named as defend- For further information regarding or their designees, with Senators per- ants in the case of Wade v. Miller, et al. this meeting, please contact Sophie mitted to speak therein for up to 10

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IN RECOGNITION OF THE 90TH AN- experienced many changes. For the first 81 Proclaimed, This 8th day of June, 2012. NIVERSARY OF THE HOLLYWOOD years of its existence, it was located on SIGN Broadway Street, where the current Victory f Center now stands. In 1919, it moved to its HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF current location on West Marion Street. HONORING THE LIFE OF MAY SONG VANG PAO OF CALIFORNIA Today, the dedicated parishioners of St. Patrick’s Church continue to extend their com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mitment to service for their community and be- HON. JIM COSTA Monday, September 9, 2013 yond. Whether it be from the $25,000 in aid Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to they were able to distribute to unfortunate OF CALIFORNIA celebrate the 90th anniversary of a true Cali- families who sought help with bill payments to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fornia icon—the Hollywood Sign in the hills of their impressive Food Pantry program which Monday, September 9, 2013 Hollywood, California. serves more than 300 families a month, the First erected in 1923, the Hollywood Sign parishioners of St. Patrick’s Church truly em- Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to originally read ‘‘Hollywoodland’’ to advertise body the spirit of selfless service. pay to tribute to the life of May Song Vang the new housing developments that sur- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Pao, who passed away on August 5, 2013 at rounded the Hollywood Hills. In 1949, the sign today in recognizing St. Patrick’s Church on the age of 62. Mrs. Gen. Vang Pao was con- was changed to simply ‘‘Hollywood,’’ and the occasion of their 175th anniversary and I stantly filled with optimism and drive despite since then has become a symbol of the vi- wish them many more years of dedicated her nearly eight year battle with cancer. Al- brant Hollywood movie industry, a beacon at- service to the community. though faced with increasingly insurmountable tracting talent and tourists to come to Los An- f odds, Mrs. Gen. Vang Pao continued to battle geles from all over the world, and a national the disease to help maintain the legacy of her treasure. TRIBUTE TO THE DEMPSEY late husband, General Vang Pao. FAMILY In 1973, the Hollywood sign was declared a May Song was born in Laos on February 5, historical and cultural monument of Los Ange- 1951 to Nhia Chou Moua and Yee Lee. Re- les. Thus, the Hollywood Sign Trust was es- HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ceiving an education was very important to tablished to protect the icon. Throughout the OF GEORGIA May even though it went against her father’s years, the Hollywood Sign Trust has become IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES beliefs and the gender roles at the time. She an avid supporter of cultural events in and Monday, September 9, 2013 became a nurse and focused most of her at- around Hollywood. The Trust’s current mission tention on caring for the disabled. May’s deci- is to repair, maintain, refurbish, and provide Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I sion to receive an education was the begin- improvements to the Hollywood Sign. submit the following Proclamation: ning of her lifelong message that it is impor- Over the years, the Hollywood Sign has at- Whereas, the birth of Ezekiel Dempsey in tant for both men and women to be educated. the state of North Carolina in the 1800’s tracted not only those who dream of a career In 1973, she married General Vang Pao, began the Dempsey family lineage which has in film and television, but also visitors from who was the only ethnic Hmong general in the blessed us with descendants that have helped every corner of the world. As a symbol of Royal Lao Army. This achievement earned to shape our nation; and hope, adventure and a bit of glamour, the Hol- him worldwide recognition. After aiding the Whereas, the Dempsey Family has pro- lywood Sign stretches vibrantly across Mount United States forces in the Vietnam War, Mr. duced many well respected citizens and the Lee, visible throughout Los Angeles. and Mrs. General Vang Pao as well as many patriarchs and matriarchs of the Dempsey I am proud to recognize the Hollywood Sign other Hmong refugees resettled in the United Family are pillars of strength that have upon its 90th Anniversary, and I ask all Mem- States. Eventually settling in California’s Cen- touched many throughout our nation, family bers to join me today in honoring this historic tral Valley, Mr. and Mrs. General Vang Pao members of the past and present such as monument. continued their roles as leaders in the Hmong Rev. Tom Dempsey, Stephen Dempsey, Wil- f community. liam Dempsey, James Dempsey and Sarah RECOGNIZING THE 175TH ANNIVER- Dempsey; and Mrs. Gen. Vang Pao was instrumental in SARY OF ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- helping refugees settle into their new Amer- sional District of Georgia, we are honored to ican lives. She inspired many young men and HON. BILL FOSTER have members of the Dempsey family for they women to strive for greatness and brought the are some of our most beloved citizens in our Hmong community together under her benevo- OF ILLINOIS lent leadership. Mrs. Gen. Vang Pao will re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES District; and Whereas, family is one of the most honored main an inspiration to those in both the Amer- Monday, September 9, 2013 and cherished institutions in the world, we ican and Asian Hmong communities. Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to take pride in knowing that families such as the After the passing of General Vang Pao in recognize the 175th anniversary of St. Pat- Dempsey family have set aside this time to January 2011, Mrs. Gen. Vang Pao remained rick’s Church, the oldest Roman Catholic fellowship with each other, honor one another strong and unified the entire Hmong commu- Church in the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois. and to pass along history to each other by nity. She helped the community recover from St. Patrick’s Church dates back to 1838 with meeting at this year’s family reunion in DeKalb the loss of their mentor and hero. In 2012, she the arrival of Reverend John Francis Plunkett, County, Georgia; and founded the General Vang Pao Foundation in an Irish immigrant who was assigned to pro- Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fresno which aims to help and support dis- vide spiritual needs to the construction work- Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this advantaged Hmong families. ers of the Illinois & Michigan Canal project. As day to honor and recognize the Dempsey fam- Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I a result of the canal project, many immigrant ily; ask my colleagues in the House of Represent- families migrated to the area and as the com- Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- atives to pay tribute to the life of May Song munity grew, St. Patrick’s Church was born. SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim June 8, 2012, as Vang Pao. She will always be remembered as Throughout the next 175 years and seven- Dempsey Family Reunion Day in the 4th Con- an influential member of our very important teen pastors, St. Patrick’s Church thrived and gressional District of Georgia. Hmong community.

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Edith will be recognized for OF GEORGIA Mr. Speaker, my wife Vivian and I, along her lifetime of dedicated service on September IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with the more than 700,000 people of the Sec- 22, 2013 at First Church of God. ond Congressional District salute Dr. Lindsey Edith Brown was born on February 13, 1917 Monday, September 9, 2013 for his outstanding achievements, service, and in Muskogee, Oklahoma. She was one of four Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, it is public distinction. I ask my colleagues in the children born to Luther Albert Brown and Dora with a heavy heart and solemn remembrance House of Representatives to join us in extend- Rozolia Draper Brown. Having gone on to live that I pay tribute to a terrific educator and out- ing our deepest condolences to Dr. Lindsey’s in Kansas City, Kansas, and Chicago, Illinois, standing citizen of Columbus, Georgia, Dr. family, friends and the Columbus, Georgia Edith finally relocated to Gary, Indiana, in Eddie T. Lindsey, Jr. Dr. Lindsey passed away community during this difficult time. We pray 1940. Quite the accomplished student, Edith on Monday, August 12, 2013. A Homegoing that they will be consoled and comforted by an completed her Bachelor of Science and Mas- Celebration was held on Friday, August 16, abiding faith and the Holy Spirit in the days, ter of Science degrees in education at Indiana 2013 at 12:00 pm at the First African Baptist weeks and months ahead. University in Bloomington. From there, she de- Church in Columbus, Georgia. f cided to go into the teaching profession. As a Born on January 24, 1932, Dr. Eddie teacher at Frederick Douglass Elementary Lindsey grew up in Columbus, Georgia. He TRIBUTE TO JACK O’NEILL School in Gary for over 27 years, Edith was was a graduate of Spencer High School, and able to enrich the lives of so many young peo- went on to attend Savannah State University HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF ple in the Gary community. For her commit- where he found his passion for education. OF CALIFORNIA ment to the youth of Northwest Indiana, she is Upon graduating, he began his teaching ca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worthy of the highest praise. reer first at Carver High School and then Monday, September 9, 2013 Equally impressive, Edith has always been taught at his Alma Mater, Spencer High Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to seen as the foundation of her family. She and School. From 1964–1966, he served as As- honor Burbank, California resident and home- her husband, the late William Henry Coleman, sistant Principal of Carver Elementary School town hero Jack O’Neill. were blessed with the births of two wonderful before serving as Principal of Marshall Junior Mr. O’Neill started his career at the National children: Norma Louise Coleman and the late High School for one year. Then in 1967, he Broadcasting Company (NBC) in New York in Merle Jean Coleman. Edith’s family, as well as was named Principal of Spencer High School, January of 1967. He rose through the ranks the many people whose lives she has where he served for eight more years. starting as an entry-level cost coordinator and touched, admire her for devoting unselfish In 1975, Dr. Lindsey made history as the in 2005 retired as NBC’s Vice President of Fa- love, time, dedication, guidance, and spirit to first African-American assistant superintendent cilities and Corporate Sourcing. His tireless her family, her students, her church, and her in Muscogee County when he was named the work ethic, charisma, and commitment to the community. Assistant Superintendent for Policy and Proce- community led him to become the face of As well as being dearly loved and respected dures for the Muscogee County School Dis- NBC in Burbank. by her family, her students, and her commu- trict. In 1980, he became the Assistant Super- In 1977, Mr. O’Neill transferred from NBC’s nity, Edith is also well known for her involve- intendent for Policy and Student Services, New York office to KNBC’s facility in Burbank, ment with her church, First Church of God. where he served for over 20 years until his re- California. In the late 1980’s when the City of Over the course of seventy-three years, Edith tirement on June 30, 1991. Burbank initiated its Media District Specific has taught Sunday School, been the director Dr. Lindsey’s impact stretched far beyond Plan and NBC proposed the NBC Plaza, Mr. of the Daily Vacation Bible School, held mem- his immediate students, however, as he was O’Neill attended countless meetings with resi- berships in the local and national Missionary also the first African-American teacher to get dents, the City Council, and Planning Board Societies, sung in the church choir, created a six-year certificate, and the first African answering the difficult questions and creating beautiful and meaningful bulletin board dis- American to serve on the Muscogee County positive dialogue in the city. Mr. O’Neill was plays, served as a deaconess, and taught a School Board, blazing a trail for many other instrumental in keeping NBC in Burbank and manners class for young children. Black teachers and administrators. He created saved countless jobs in the Los Angeles re- For years, Edith has also been a distin- and published the school district’s first policy gion. guished member of the American Association booklet and student behavior code, a manual After Mr. O’Neill’s retirement from NBC, he of University Women, the Women’s Associa- that is still being used today. became Chief Operating Officer of the Bob tion of the Northwest Indiana Symphony Soci- Dr. Lindsey’s commitment to education was Hope Family Estate in 2006, where he super- ety, the Red Hat Society, and the Sigma reflected in his own academic achievements, vised the family’s expansive real estate port- Gamma Rho Sorority. Since her arrival in as he continued to pursue a higher level of folio and advised the Hope Family businesses Northwest Indiana, Edith has been known as education, receiving a Master’s Degree from throughout the world. Currently, Mr. O’Neill a good-hearted woman who is always willing Atlanta University and a Doctorate of Edu- serves as a Principal at the O’Neill Group, a to help the people of her church and her com- cation from Auburn University in 1978. real estate and business consulting firm. munity. For her selflessness, she is to be A love for education surrounded Dr. Lindsey Always willing to serve the community, Mr. commended and admired. outside of the classroom as well. His wife of O’Neill has volunteered and served as emcee Mr. Speaker, Mary Edith Brown Coleman 57 years, Constance, is a retired educator of or host at various fundraisers for groups like has given her time and efforts selflessly to her the Muscogee County School District. His two the Boys and Girls Club of Burbank, Burbank church and the community in Northwest Indi- sons also followed in his footsteps; his oldest Unified School District, Burbank Temporary ana throughout her illustrious life. She has son, Eddie, is Coordinator of Edgewood Alter- Aid Center, Burbank Public Library, and Bur- taught every member of her family and ex- native School, and his youngest son, Chris- bank Sunrise Rotary. tended family the true meaning of service to topher, is Principal of G.W. Carver High I ask all Members of Congress to join me in others. I respectfully ask that you and my School. honoring Jack O’Neill for his exemplary serv- other distinguished colleagues join me in com- George Washington Carver once said, ‘‘No ice to the Burbank community. mending Edith for her lifetime of service. individual has any right to come into the world f and go out of it without leaving behind distinct f and legitimate reasons for having passed HONORING MRS. MARY EDITH IN RECOGNITION OF UNITED WAY through it.’’ We are all so blessed that Dr. BROWN COLEMAN OF DENTON COUNTY Eddie Lindsey passed this way and during his life’s journey did so much for so many for so HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS long. He leaves behind a great legacy in edu- OF INDIANA OF TEXAS cation to the thousands of students, teachers, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and administrators whose lives he touched and brightened. Monday, September 9, 2013 Monday, September 9, 2013 On a personal note, Dr. Eddie Lindsey was Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a close personal friend of mine and one of the great pleasure and sincere respect that I con- honor the United Way of Denton County and

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In January 2012, Larry was ap- taken on many challenges from the 90,000 in- pointed to the NextGen aviation park board of dividuals that don’t know where their next CONGRATULATING THE CHICAGO directors. meal will come from to the high rate of high BOTANIC GARDEN ON SETTING A The Virginia resident spent many years school dropouts to the more than 8,000 chil- NEW ATTENDANCE RECORD working for the FAA, between New Jersey and dren under the age of 5 that live in poverty. Washington, DC, including 10 years as the au- United Way has built programs to tackle HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER tomation and surveillance engineering chief. these problems, and it has made a significant OF ILLINOIS Larry was recognized as an expert in the avia- difference in the lives of many people in Den- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion industry throughout the country. ton County. They have mobilized volunteers to He came in contact with and touched many Monday, September 9, 2013 mentor children, provided effective training for people throughout his career in aviation. His parents and caregivers, and assisted in sup- Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today dedication and loyalty to the aviation industry plying critical needs, such as food, clothing, to congratulate the Chicago Botanic Garden and to the ideals of ensuring safer skies for and school supplies. Over the past year, on setting a new monthly attendance record. those who fly will be missed. He exemplified through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance In July, the Garden attracted 159,361 people, the positive human values of kindness, dedi- Program, 612 Federal Tax returns have been shattering the previous record by nearly cation, and dignity, and was an outstanding prepared, free of charge, for low income Den- 10,000 visitors. This marks the third consecu- example to all who knew him. Larry Williams ton County households. Their work returned tive month with more than 100,000 visitors— was truly a remarkable gentleman; a loving over $1 million to the community and saved a streak equaled only twice before. husband, father, and grandfather; and a great families $137,000 in tax preparation fees. In Since opening its gates 41 years ago, the friend to all of us. one day alone, the organization’s food bank Botanic Garden has brought joy to hundreds f collected more than 40,000 pounds of food of thousands of people each year. With its donations. They have also rallied community fabulously varied grounds, the Chicago Bo- COMMEMORATING THE FIFTIETH based and faith based organizations to work tanic Garden is a natural refuge from the ANNIVERSARY OF DR. MARTIN together to implement Bank On Denton Coun- urban environment just outside its walls. LUTHER KING, JR.’S ‘‘I HAVE A ty, a program to provide cost effective financial The record–breaking attendance figures are DREAM’’ SPEECH services to underserved communities. a testament to the Botanic Garden’s sustained All totaled, United Way of Denton County excellence and prominent position in the com- HON. JEFF MILLER volunteers donated more than 19,200 hours munity as one of the region’s most popular OF FLORIDA this year, valued at more than $425,000 to tourist and cultural destinations. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I have visited the Botanic Garden many help more than 55,000 people in Denton Monday, September 9, 2013 County. Additionally, donors gave $2,068,024 times with my own family, as have countless to the United Way of Denton County to sup- other families in our community. Visitors ap- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am port its mission this year alone. preciate its beauty, are enriched by its re- privileged to commemorate the Fiftieth Anni- The United Way of Denton County has an search, and create treasured memories year versary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s ‘‘I Have incredible positive effect on the community. It round. a Dream’’ speech. This incredibly moving ora- is my pleasure to recognize its 62 years of In its mission to further our understanding of tion set the stage to bring equal rights to all service to the community, and I am privileged nature and our environment, the Chicago Bo- people; his words are as poignant and touch- to represent the United Way of Denton County tanic Garden educates its visitors and the ing today as they were when spoken fifty in the U.S. House of Representatives. community on the critical importance of con- years ago. From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on f servation efforts. The Botanic Garden has grown our understanding of and appreciation August 28, 1963, Dr. King delivered this now RECOGNIZING GULFSTREAM for nature’s simple beauty. famous speech while hundreds of thousands STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Spread across 385 acres, the Botanic Gar- of onlookers participated in the March on den features thousands of plant species and Washington. The speech began with reference HON. JACK KINGSTON hosts more than 100,000 volumes in its li- to the Emancipation Proclamation, which OF GEORGIA brary. The Garden offers an abundance of ac- ended slavery in the United States and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tivities for the entire community. brought about hope for the future; however, This achievement demonstrates that people Dr. King continued to highlight how there was Monday, September 9, 2013 with access to inspired institutions like the Chi- still more work to be done, even one hundred Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cago Botanic Garden live happier, healthier years after Lincoln made that address. Then, recognize the accomplishments of the Gulf- lives. I congratulate the Garden, and all those through an artful combination of skilled writing stream Student Leadership Program and its who make it a distinctive paragon of the Tenth and improvisation, Dr. King delivered what is exceptional efforts to improve high school District. I am grateful it is part of the Tenth arguably one of the most memorable speech- graduation rates in Savannah, Georgia. The District. es of our Nation’s history. Gulfstream Student Leadership Program sum- f In his speech, Dr. King envisioned a Nation mer trip to Washington provides students with where the families of former slaves and those the opportunity to see first–hand the inner CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION OF of former slave owners would live together in workings of our government and gain an ap- LARRY WILLIAMS harmony. He urged people to look past years preciation of our nation’s history and monu- of racial segregation, injustice, and inequality ments. HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO to join together as one. He did so, as all par- The students that I met last week in the OF NEW JERSEY ents would, with the hope that his children Capitol were rising seniors who had completed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES could live in a land free from hatred. Dr. King three years of the Student Leadership Pro- stated that this was the freedom that our gram. The program went into effect five years Monday, September 9, 2013 Founding Fathers fought so hard to protect, so ago, and 96 percent of the initial class of 150 Mr. LOBIONDO. Mr. Speaker, Larry Wil- we owed it to them and ourselves to create students went on to graduate. Currently, elev- liams, the former Director of the FAA William this change. en local high schools participate in the Student J. Hughes Technical Center, passed away on Perhaps Dr. King did not know how monu- Leadership Program, and the 2012–2013 Friday, August 9, after suffering a heart attack. mental this one speech would become to the class includes close to 650 students. Larry Williams served as the director of the American civil rights movement. It allowed This incredible program is made possible Technical Center from 1982 to 1987. After many Americans to reflect on years of racial through the efforts of the Gulfstream Commu- leaving the Center, he went on to work with separation and realize that change was on the nity Relations Staff, teachers and community aviation-related companies in the private sec- horizon. Unfortunately, Dr. King did not live to

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As organizations throughout our Nation join tion programs, juvenile alternatives to incarcer- Monday, September 9, 2013 in commemorating the anniversary of this mo- ation, mentoring, counseling, college prepara- mentous speech, I would like to recognize and Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I tion, scholarships, and senior citizen program- thank Operation People for Peace, and its present the following U.S. Citizen of Distinc- ming. He recognized the needs of the people Chairman Arthur Rocker, Sr., who has tion: of Brooklyn and found solutions. His work has partnered with over four hundred churches Whereas, our lives have been touched by provided critical services to those most in and organizations throughout the Gulf Coast the life of this one man, Bobby Hurd who has need. to collect food donations to help feed thou- given so much of himself in order for others to Bishop Figueroa’s efforts as a founding sands of families, as well as, thank the South- stand; and member of Brooklyn Congregations Together, ern Christian Leadership Conference chapters Whereas, his work is present in the gospel which united church communities in the bor- of the Gulf Coast, the National Congress of music industry for all to see, and ‘‘The Bobby ough to best meet the needs of the people, Black Women chapters of the Gulf Coast, and Hurd Show’’ has been instrumental in spread- are commendable. The community remains in- all organizations across Northwest Florida for ing the gospel and promoting gospel artists in debted to the New Life Covenant Fellowship, their efforts. We are truly blessed to have the Metropolitan Atlanta area and beyond; and which educates and empowers new leaders. these organizations helping to keep the mem- Whereas, this giant of a man accomplished Bishop Figueroa is truly a gifted teacher, ory of Dr. King’s words fresh in the minds of so much during his time on earth, he was an preacher, and singer. He is an inspirational leader whose work the people in our community. electrician by trade, a promoter by talent, a community advocate by concern and a friend would not have been possible without the love Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States and support of his wife Doreen Figueroa and Congress, it gives me great pride to recognize to all; and Whereas, he gave of himself, his time, his their devoted children and grandchildren. We the Fiftieth Anniversary of the ‘‘I Have a thank his family for sharing him with us all. Mr. Dream’’ speech. My wife Vicki joins me in talent and his life to uplift those in need, he never asked for fame or fortune he just want- Speaker, I ask that you and my other distin- thanking those throughout Northwest Florida guished colleagues join me in congratulating for hosting celebrations along the Gulf Coast ed to help somebody and to inspire anybody by being involved in community activities and Bishop Figueroa on his 30th pastoral anniver- to commemorate this incredible speech. Most sary. For his commitment to the people of importantly, we would like to remember Dr. spreading the gospel; he encouraged every- body to do the same by witnessing him walk Brooklyn and to his service of those less fortu- Martin Luther King, Jr. for his tremendous nate, he is worthy of the highest praise. service to this Nation and his efforts to put an the walk and talk the talk; and f end to racial inequality. Whereas, Bobby Hurd led by doing both be- hind the scenes and on the front lines, he was COMMENDING ALPHA DELTA an ambassador of goodwill who will be truly f KAPPA INTERNATIONAL HON- missed; and ORARY ORGANIZATION FOR RECOGNIZING MAJOR ROBERT S. Whereas, Bobby Hurd was a husband, a fa- WOMEN EDUCATORS SWENSON, USAFR, RETIRED ther, a grandfather, and a friend; he was our warrior, our patriarch, a man of great integrity who remained true to the uplifting of our com- HON. MO BROOKS OF ALABAMA HON. ADAM SMITH munity until his end; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF WASHINGTON Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Monday, September 9, 2013 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fourth District of Georgia recognizes Bobby Hurd as a citizen of great worth and so noted Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I Monday, September 9, 2013 distinction; rise today to commend the Alpha Delta Kappa Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- International Honorary Organization for rise to congratulate and recognize Major Rob- SON, Jr. do hereby attest to the 113th Con- Women Educators on its sixty-six years of ert S. Swenson, USAFR, Retired. Major gress that he is deemed worthy and deserving dedicated service and proclaim October 2013 Swenson, a World War II veteran who did not of this Congressional Honor by declaring Mr. as Alpha Delta Kappa Month. Established in receive his Bronze Star Medal for his bravery Bobby Hurd U.S. Citizen of Distinction in the 1947, Alpha Delta Kappa’s goals have been to during the Varsity Operation in 1945, received 4th Congressional District of Georgia. establish high standards of education, give his medal on August 10, 2013 at the Trigger Proclaimed, This 12th day of July, 2013. recognition to outstanding educators, build a Time Convention in the City of SeaTac, Wash- f fraternal fellowship among educators and to promote educational and charitable projects ington. STATEMENT ON THE 30TH ANNI- and activities enriching the lives of individuals In 1945, as a glider pilot in the 435th Troop VERSARY OF BISHOP ERIC R. Carrier Group, 75th Squadron, Major Swenson everywhere. FIGUEROA, SR. With a membership of over 33,000 edu- and his fellow airmen distinguished them- cators representing all fifty U.S. states, Puerto selves when enemy infantry mounted a Rico, Canada, Mexico, Jamaica and Australia, counter attack. The 435th Troop Carrier Group HON. HAKEEM S. JEFFRIES OF NEW YORK Alpha Delta Kappa is committed to edu- fought and repelled the attack of approxi- cational excellence, personal and professional mately 200 enemy soldiers, a tank, a self-pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES growth and for collectively channeling their en- pelled artillery, and two 20mm flak guns. Monday, September 9, 2013 ergies toward the good of their schools, com- After the battle, a request was made by Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in munities, the teaching profession and the Major Charles 0. Gordon that all members of recognition of the achievements of Bishop Eric world. the 435th Troop Carrier Group be given due R. Figueroa, Sr. During his 30 years of serv- Women in education constitute a great por- recognition. However, at the end of the war, ice, Bishop Figueroa has ministered to thou- tion of the nation’s working force and are con- the order was lost and went unfulfilled. The sands and worked tirelessly to improve the stantly striving to serve their communities and records have since been conserved at the Si- lives of all those he encountered. In honor of nation in educational, cultural, and charitable lent Wings Museum Archives and Major Gen- his three decades of service to our commu- programs leading to harmony, happiness, and eral Kenneth Dahl, Deputy Commanding Gen- nity, Bishop Figueroa was honored at a peace among all people. eral, I Corps at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, celebratory banquet on Monday, May 20, 2013 Over the last few years, the members of will formally present the Bronze Star Medal to at Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach, New Alpha Delta Kappa have given altruistically to Major Swenson at the convention. York. the communities they serve by raising nearly Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I rec- In 1983, Bishop Figueroa founded New Life $14.5 million dollars and volunteering over 2 ognize Major Robert S. Swenson, USAFR, Tabernacle, which has been an important part million service hours. Retired, for his fearlessness and dedication to of our community. In addition to his ministry at I congratulate Alpha Delta Kappa Inter- serving his country. the church, Bishop Figueroa has dem- national Honorary Organization for Women

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MULLINS NIVERSARY OF THE BLESSING TO NORTHWEST FLORIDA OF THE GRAPES CEREMONY AT Over the years, Masonic Lodge 422 has THE HOLY TRINITY ARMENIAN maintained steady membership and has re- CHURCH mained devoted to restoring the charitable and HON. JEFF MILLER philosophic legacy of old Masonic orders. OF FLORIDA Members of those old orders include our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JIM COSTA founding fathers George Washington, Thomas Monday, September 9, 2013 OF CALIFORNIA Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, whose IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise prominence, accomplishments, and positive in- today to recognize the service of Vickie B. Monday, September 9, 2013 fluence remain a motivational force for con- temporary Freemasons. Mullins upon her retirement from UF/IFAS Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Santa Rosa County Extension as the 4–H recognize the Holy Trinity Armenian Church Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Agent for Youth Development. For over forty during their celebration of the 100th Blessing in not only honoring Masonic Lodge 422, but years, Mrs. Mullins has served the Gulf Coast of the Grapes ceremony. This is a very special also in wishing this shining example of tradi- community, and I am privileged to recognize time for the Armenian community as they tion, resilience, and generosity many more her success and myriad achievements. gather on this holy day. years of existence. From a very young age, Mrs. Mullins has The blessing of grapes is a special tradition called Northwest Florida home. Born in Anda- within the Armenian Church. The ceremony f lusia, Alabama, Mrs. Mullins and her family takes place on a major feast day, ‘‘Assumption moved in 1955 to Pensacola, Florida, where of St. Mary’’ which is a celebration of St. Mary TRIBUTE TO ABBIE BURANNICE she graduated from Woodham High School being assumed into Heaven. Grapes have a BENN AND JACK BENN and Pensacola Junior College. She continued symbolic significance in the Christian faith, her studies at Florida State University, receiv- and on this day they are considered to be for- ing both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in bidden fruit before being blessed by the Priest HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. Home Economics Education. Upon graduation, at the closing of the ceremony. OF GEORGIA Mrs. Mullins performed post graduate work at Holy Trinity Armenian Church is an historical IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mississippi State University and the University landmark in Fresno, California. The first Arme- of Mississippi. nian Church was destroyed in a fire in 1913, Monday, September 9, 2013 Leading up to her career as a 4–H Agent, and the Holy Trinity Armenian Church was Mrs. Mullins served the Gulf Coast in numer- built at an alternate location. Armenian archi- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I ous capacities. She worked in the Escambia tect, Lawrence Cone, created the magnificent submit the following Proclamation: County School System from 1972 to 1973, church as a sacred place for the Armenian Whereas, On December 29, 1881, the union taught in the Amory and Nettleton School Dis- community. It was the first traditional Arme- of Abbie Burannice Benn and Jack Benn in tricts, served as the Mississippi State Board of nian Church in the United States. Morgan County, Georgia, blessed us with de- Health Nutritionist, and directed and taught the The Central Valley is home to thousands of scendants that have helped to shape our na- Nettleton First Baptist Church Weekday Early Armenians, and as a community we must also tion; and Education Program. She was also an adjunct celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the Holy Whereas, to this union fourteen children instructor at Pensacola Junior College and the Trinity Armenian Church. They have made ev- were born; Carrie Benn, Emma Benn, John University of West Florida and the Culinary erlasting contributions to the City of Fresno, Benn, Jack Benn, Willie Benn, Anderson Arts Instructor at Locklin Vocational Technical and our entire country. Benn, Birder Benn, Joseph Benn, Elbert Benn, School 1993–1997, where she was selected Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Lula Benn, Corlor Benn, Mattie Benn, Arthur as the Locklin Teacher of the Year. In 1973, in recognizing the 100th Year Anniversary of Benn and Rosey Benn; and from the children Mrs. Mullins joined the Escambia County Ex- the Blessing of the Grapes Ceremony at the of Abbie and Jack Benn, and we have seen tension Service and became the first Ex- Holy Trinity Armenian Church. Their mission to and are seeing generations of many well re- panded Food and Nutrition Education Program provide an infinite amount of faith, hope, and spected citizens, so today we honor all of the Youth Agent in Escambia County. She later love to the public is highly respected and matriarchs and patriarchs, who are pillars of joined the Mississippi Extension Service in praised. strength for the Benn, Brinkley and Randolph 1979, and in 1997, Mrs. Mullins joined the UF/ f families; and IFAS Santa Rosa County Extension, where she has served the last fifteen years as a 4– COMMEMORATING THE 150TH ANNI- Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- H Agent. VERSARY OF MASONIC LODGE sional District of Georgia, we are honored to If there is one common thread sewn 422 have many members of the Benn, Brinkley throughout her professional career, it is Mrs. and Randolph families who are productive citi- Mullins’ passion and dedication for bettering HON. BILL FOSTER zens in our District; and the lives of those around her. The positive im- OF ILLINOIS Whereas, family is one of the most honored pact Mrs. Mullins has made on the lives of our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and cherished institutions in the world, we Nation’s youth is unquestioned, and it is evi- take pride in knowing that families such as the Monday, September 9, 2013 denced by the numerous accolades she has Benn, Brinkley and Randolph families have set earned over the years. These include the Flor- Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to aside this time to fellowship with each other, ida and National Extension Distinguished commemorate the 150th anniversary of Ma- honor one another and to pass along history Service Award, the Florida and National Ex- sonic Lodge 422 of Joliet, Illinois. Tracing their to each other by meeting at this year’s family tension Meritorious Service Award, the Re- founding to the Civil War, the 250 members of reunion in Georgia; and gional and National Power of Youth Award, Masonic Lodge 422 recently celebrated the Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the the State, Regional, and National Beyond longevity of their fraternal organization, and re- Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Youth Leadership Award, and the National 4– flected on its early days in the Chicago neigh- day to honor and recognize the Benn, Brinkley H Program of Distinction Award. borhood of Hyde Park. and Randolph families; Mr. Speaker, I extend my gratitude to Vickie Throughout history, Freemasons have dedi- Mullins for her years of dedicated service to cated their lives to cultivating good moral char- Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- Northwest Florida. She is an inspiration to acter both within themselves and their commu- SON, Jr., do hereby proclaim, July 20, 2013, as those around her, and we in Northwest Florida nities. They have consistently involved them- Benn, Brinkley & Randolph Family Reunion are blessed to have her as part of the commu- selves in a variety of charitable causes, in Day in the 4th Congressional District. nity. My wife Vicki joins me in wishing Vickie; their belief that one of their important roles is Proclaimed, This 20th day of July, 2013.

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A & E Pharmacy has OF COLORADO OF PENNSYLVANIA been very successful throughout its nearly 60 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years of operation, at one time being the larg- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, September 9, 2013 est pharmacy in Pensacola. Whereas the Gulf Monday, September 9, 2013 Coast has seen an influx of large chain phar- Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to macies as most other areas of the country memory of Mr. Pete Mirelez, who served as a honor and congratulate the committee mem- have over the years, A & E Pharmacy remains role model and mentor to his community. He bers and volunteers of the 30th Annual a local treasure in our community thanks to was proud to be the first Hispanic Adams Pittston Tomato Festival. The City of Pittston, Mr. Enfinger’s strong leadership. County Commissioner and stated that after his Pennsylvania has once again staged this re- Mr. Enfinger never veered too far from his family and friends his second love was Adams markable and unique civic event celebrating upbringing on a farm or from his will to serve County. both the exceptional tomatoes grown through- the people of Northwest Florida. In 1970, he Pete Mirelez was born in LaSalle, Colorado out the Northeastern Pennsylvania region and began raising Red Angus Cattle, a mission and was the first person in his family to re- the warmth and hospitality of the City of that earned him significant recognition for his ceive a college degree, completing his studies Pittston. success and a term as President of The at Chadron State College in Chadron, Ne- The four-day festival that kicked-off on Southeastern Red Angus Association. He was braska. Pete served as Adams County’s first Thursday, August 15 was designed in part to also instrumental in preserving the Coon Hill Director of the War on Poverty Program and showcase just how far the festival has come Cemetery for many years: raising money for was named Regional Director of the California since its humble beginnings thirty years ago. its support, restoring its grounds, and acting Migrant Council in 1968. In 1972, Pete was In 1983, Valentine ‘‘Val’’ Delia founded the as steward of the cemetery’s history for the named the National Director of the office of festival as a way to showcase the produce of entire community. We were very fortunate to Economic Opportunity Migrant Division in his garden. Since then, the festival has grown have such a talented man as a friend, neigh- Washington D.C., before becoming an Adams from a small gathering of local farmers in a bor, and tireless servant to our community. County Commissioner. During Pete’s time as parking lot in downtown Pittston to a widely Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Adams County Commissioner, an edition of recognized and beloved iconic component of Congress, I am privileged to honor the life of the Brighton Sentinel named him as ‘‘one of the region’s summer entertainment. Mr. Alvin Enfinger. My wife Vicki and I offer the most influential people in Adams County″. With attractions such as local musicians, our prayers and sincerest condolences to his After serving Adams County, Pete was ap- local vendors, a parade, 5K run, and the re- five children, Art Enfinger, Rhonda Enfinger, pointed by President Jimmy Carter as Rep- nowned ‘‘Tomato Fights’’ that raise money for David Enfinger, Beth Orr, and Jan Herrera; resentative to the Secretary of the U.S. De- food-related charities, the Pittston Tomato eleven grandchildren; and eighteen great partment of Transportation, Region 8, and Festival showcases the best aspects of the grandchildren. He will truly be missed. served from 1979 to 1981. Afterwards, Pete community. The festival highlights the city’s vi- f served the Colorado Department of Transpor- tation Highway Commission for twelve years brant Italian-American culture, displays its HONORING WILLIAM P. CLARK beautiful and historic revitalization projects, until becoming a lobbyist for Adams County and fosters an atmosphere of community and School Districts. sense of service to others in each and every HON. LOIS CAPPS Pete was a loving husband, father, grand- one of the thousands of visitors it brings to the OF CALIFORNIA father, and mentor of mine who I was proud City of Pittston. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to also call a friend. He exemplified the Amer- In recognition of the 30th Annual Pittston Monday, September 9, 2013 ican dream by showing that through education Tomato Festival, I add my congratulations and Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to and service a person could create positive best wishes for continued success in bringing honor the memory of William P. Clark from change in his community. His true public serv- family recreation and a strengthened sense of San Luis Obispo County, who passed away ice will be missed. community to the City of Pittston and North- on August 10, 2013. f eastern Pennsylvania. William Clark was born in Oxnard, California IN HONOR OF THE FIFTIETH ANNI- on October 23, 1931. As a fourth-generation f VERSARY OF TEMPLE BETH EL Californian, Mr. Clark served on several state IN SALINAS, CALIFORNIA HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE courts and as a longtime advisor to President OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA’S Ronald Regan. Since 1969, Mr. Clark was ap- ALVIN HENRY ENFINGER pointed to the SLO County Superior Court, the HON. SAM FARR California State Appellate Court in Los Ange- OF CALIFORNIA HON. JEFF MILLER les and later to the California State Supreme IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF FLORIDA Court by then Governor Reagan, where he Monday, September 9, 2013 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served as an associate justice for eight years. Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Monday, September 9, 2013 Recognized for his dedication to public serv- ice, he was appointed as the Deputy Sec- honor and celebrate the Fiftieth Anniversary of Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise retary of State in 1981 by President Reagan. Temple Beth El in Salinas, California. On be- today to recognize the life and service of A year later, he became the National Security half of the entire House, I am privileged to ex- Northwest Florida’s Alvin Henry Enfinger, who Advisor and then served as the Secretary of tend the gratitude of Congress and the Amer- passed away on September 2, 2013. Mr. the Interior until 1985. In his later years, Mr. ican people for the past and future service of Enfinger spent his entire life serving those Clark moved to his ranch in Shandon, Cali- the Beth El congregation. around him through his knowledge of medicine fornia where he and his wife, Joan, built the The First Hebrew Congregation and Com- and farming and his predisposition to help his Chapel Hill that he donated to his local com- munity Center of Salinas was established in fellow man. munity. 1935. During World War II, and for a few Born on September 27, 1925, Mr. Enfinger He is survived by his five children. years thereafter, Chaplain Hertz of Fort Ord spent the early years of his life working on his On a personal note, Mr. Clark was a gra- served the congregation as its first religious family’s farm in Chumuckla, Florida. At the cious host when he invited me to visit the leader. In 1949, Rabbi Seymour Stern joined age of 18, he enlisted in the Navy during beautiful Chapel Hill. He was a kind man of the congregation as the synagogue’s first World War II. After his military service, Mr. character who proudly served his country and Rabbi. Rabbi Abraham Haseklorn took over Enfinger returned home, married the love of I am honored to have met him. the rabbinic duties in 1953, and served until his life Doris Gillman and looked toward his I offer my most heartfelt condolences to Mr. his retirement in 1973. He and his wife Alda professional future. Clark’s family and friends. Please join me in made an invaluable contribution to the Salinas

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The Perkasie Lions Club has an im- in the South to being a first-hand witness of gregation and Rabbi Marcy Delbick. pressive history in Bucks County, and I look the Civil Rights movement in New York, we For several years, Temple Beth El has forward to their continued contributions to the commemorate her birthday with awe and in- served members throughout Salinas, Mon- community. spiration. terey, Prunedale, Gilroy and San Benito Coun- f Miss Susie was born into a large, loving ty. Their goal has been to provide both a spir- family on July 6, 1899, in Lowndes County, itual and social center for members and guest. RECOGNIZING FIRE AND RESCUE Alabama as the third of eleven children. In Its membership has spanned the entire spec- AND EMS PERSONNEL OF FLOR- 1923 she moved to New York as part of the trum of Jewish thought and tradition, along IDA’S 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DIS- Great Migration of African Americans from the with diverse age levels and religious back- TRICT rural South to cities in the North, Midwest, and grounds. Reform, Conservative, Orthodox as West. Miss Susie dedicated her professional well as unaffiliated members have added a HON. VERN BUCHANAN pursuits to children, first as a schoolteacher unique variety to their gatherings. Throughout OF FLORIDA and then as a childcare provider. At one point, the years they have adapted to the changing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she moved to Hollywood to work for a family needs of the times, while maintaining the re- in the film industry. During her time on the Monday, September 9, 2013 spect for the traditions of their ancestors. west coast, she enjoyed socializing with movie The objective of Temple Beth El has been Mr. BUCHANAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today stars and attending movie premieres. She both religious and cultural, providing Sunday to recognize fire and rescue and EMS per- fondly remembers meeting Ronald Reagan, and Hebrew school for children as well as sonnel who have provided distinguished serv- Clark Gable, and Cary Grant. education programs for adults. At the start, the ice to the people of Florida’s 16th Congres- Family has always surrounded Miss Susie: religious school began with ten students, sional District. she takes great delight in being an aunt to though soon outgrew the available space and As first responders, fire departments and over 100 nieces and nephews. Throughout her often spilled into congregants’ homes. Today, emergency medical service teams are sum- life, she has brightened many lives with her Temple Beth El offers education programs for moned on short notice to serve their respec- positive attitude and infectious laugh. She re- children throughout the school year. A vast tive communities. Oftentimes, they arrive at sides in Vandalia Houses and was an active array of adult education classes are provided, scenes of great adversity and trauma, to member of the Vandalia Houses Senior Cen- from an introduction to Judiasm to the Lunch which they reliably bring strength and ter tenant patrol through her 100th birthday. and Learn program. composure. These brave men and women Miss Susie credits her healthy lifestyle free of Tikkun Olam, ‘‘repairing the world″, is a spend hundreds of hours in training so that smoking and drinking for her longevity. major part of the Temple Beth El congregation they are prepared when they get ‘‘the call.’’ Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other community outreach. Members often prepare Last year, I established the 16th District distinguished colleagues join me in celebrating meals at the homeless shelter for the less for- Congressional Fire and Rescue and EMS Ms. Susannah Mushatt Jones on her 114th tunate, and are principle bell ringers for the Awards to honor officers, departments, and birthday. Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Drive on Christ- units for outstanding achievement. f On behalf of the people of Florida’s 16th mas Eve. For over 50 years the yearly Kosher TRIBUTE TO THE CHARLES District, it is my privilege to congratulate the Luncheon is a much heralded community FAMILY event where corned beef and pastrami sand- following winners, who were selected by an wiches are served, providing Jewish outreach independent committee comprised of a cross- of the most delicious kind. section of current and retired fire and rescue HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. Mr. Speaker, in closing I say Mazel Tov to personnel living in the district. OF GEORGIA the Temple Beth El congregation for their Battalion Chief Stacey S. Bailey of the East IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years of service devoted to the advancement Manatee Fire Rescue received the Career Monday, September 9, 2013 of religious, cultural, and educational opportu- Service Award. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I nities. I know I speak for the House in saluting The Sarasota K–9 Search and Rescue submit the following Proclamation: their dedication, in making the community a Team received the Associate Service Award. Whereas, the birth of Oliver Charles, son of better place and congratulating them on the Battalion Chief Russell McCord of the En- Mr. Handy and Mrs. Alfhosine Batiste Charles celebration of their Golden Anniversary. glewood Area Fire Control received the Career in Freetown, Louisiana, on December 27, f Service Award. 1897, began the Charles family lineage which Firefighter/Paramedic Brian Kolesa received has blessed us with descendants who have IN HONOR OF THE PERKASIE the Above and Beyond the Call of Duty helped to shape our nation; and LIONS CLUB Award. Whereas, Mr. Oliver Charles united in holy I appreciate this opportunity to recognize matrimony to Mrs. Laura Livingston Charles HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK 16th District fire and rescue and EMS per- on March 18, 1927 in Freetown, Louisiana, OF PENNSYLVANIA sonnel. their union has produced many well respected IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f citizens and the patriarchs and matriarchs of the Charles Family are pillars of strength who Monday, September 9, 2013 STATEMENT ON THE 114TH BIRTH- have touched many throughout our nation, DAY OF MS. SUSANNAH Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, for 75 family members of the past and present, giv- MUSHATT JONES years, the Perkasie Lions Club has dedicated ing us generations of the Charles family lin- their time to bettering both the lives of those eage; and in their community and disadvantaged individ- HON. HAKEEM S. JEFFRIES Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- uals abroad. Currently meeting only five OF NEW YORK sional District of Georgia, we are honored to blocks from where it first assembled, and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have members of the Charles family for they club’s reach and positive impact has only are some of our most beloved citizens in our Monday, September 9, 2013 grown with its age. Since 1938, they have District; and completed a variety of projects, with their main Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Whereas, family is one of the most honored focus being assistance to the blind. Not only celebration of the 114th birthday of Ms. and cherished institutions in the world, we does the Lions Club provide medical equip- Susannah Mushatt Jones, who is affection- take pride in knowing that families such as the ment and glasses to those unable to afford ately called Miss Susie. Considered the oldest Charles family have set aside this time to fel- them, but they also help enrich the lives of resident in New York State by the Gerontology lowship with each other, honor one another children within the community. The members Research Group, she is a beloved member of and to pass along history to each other by have made comprehensive improvements to the Brooklyn community I am proud to rep- meeting at this year’s family reunion in Geor- Lions Camp Kirby, where hearing and visually resent in Congress. In honor of her birthday, gia; and impaired children can take part in a variety of Miss Susie was honored on July 12, 2013, at Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the activities. From exploring the outdoors to the Vandalia Senior Center in Brooklyn, NY. Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this

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On August Merit-Chamber of Commerce, Distinguished Charles Family Reunion Day in the 4th Con- 23, this unfortunate oversight was corrected Citizen of the Year-Corona Jaycees, Out- gressional District of Georgia. by the Naperville Heritage Society in partner- standing Citizen-Riverside County Board of Proclaimed, this 6th day of July, 2013. ship with the City of Naperville, who erected a Supervisors, Distinguished Citizen of the Year- f statue in his honor. Boy Scouts, Woman of the Year-73rd Assem- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me bly District, YMCA Ira D. Calvert Distinguished HONORING SHERIFF JEFF CAPPA in recognizing the legacy of Joseph Naper and Service Award, and the Women of Distinction commemorating the unveiling of a statue in his Award for her achievements in helping ad- HON. LUKE MESSER honor. Men and Women like Naper helped to vance the status of women in Corona. OF INDIANA build the America we know today, and for that Arloene is survived by the love of her life, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES great service they are owed our eternal grati- her husband, and their three children: son, Monday, September 9, 2013 tude and honor. Edwin, of Massachusetts, and two daughters, Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f Michelle, of Corona, and LaJune Hughes, of recognize Sheriff Jeff Cappa of Richmond, In- TRIBUTE TO ARLOENE WATTS Oklahoma. diana. On Tuesday, August 13, 2013, what would My friend, Sheriff Jeff Cappa, of the Wayne HON. KEN CALVERT have been her 91st birthday, a memorial hon- County Sheriff’s Office was recently honored oring Arloene’s extraordinary life was held. OF CALIFORNIA as the Indiana Sheriff’s Association 2013 Arloene will always be remembered for her in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sheriff of the Year at the Association’s annual credible work ethic, generosity, advancement gathering. Among his many accomplishments Monday, September 9, 2013 of women, contributions to the community and as Sheriff, Jeff returned the department to a Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to love of family. Her dedication to her work and true merit-based system for both hiring and honor and pay tribute to a dear friend of mine, community are a testament to a life lived well promotions, created a 24-hour supervision of Arloene Watts. Arloene passed away on Mon- and a legacy that will continue. I extend my the jail and enforcement division, expanded day, August 5, 2013. A resident of Corona for condolences to Arloene’s family and friends; medical coverage at the jail to full-time and over half a century, she was a pillar of the although Arloene may be gone, the light and around-the-clock service, and launched a stra- community and will be deeply missed. goodness she brought to the world remain and tegic plan for the department. Arloene was born August 13, 1922 in Car- will never be forgotten. Sheriff Cappa is known throughout the son, Oregon, before moving with her family to county and region as a Sheriff willing to work Minnesota. Arloene grew up on the family f with the community to better serve its citizens. farm, where her work ethic and values were His working relationship with the county coun- formed. In 1941, she moved to Auburn, Cali- IN RECOGNITION OF REV. DR. cil and county commissioners is a testament fornia to attend school at Sierra College. She DWIGHT C. NORTHINGTON to efficient local government. Jeff’s outreach and her husband, Ed, were married shortly and leadership is a key to the continued thereafter in 1943. In 1957, the pair packed up HON. FRANK PALLONE JR. growth, safety, and development of the com- and moved to a small town in Southern Cali- munities throughout Wayne County. fornia—Corona. Arolene began her community OF NEW JERSEY I ask the 6th Congressional District to join work almost immediately, taking on roles with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me in thanking Sheriff Jeff Cappa and his the Girl Scouts and Boys Scouts of America, team for their tireless effort towards increased Monday, September 9, 2013 and in parent-teacher groups. public safety in Wayne County and in con- Arloene’s passion for service took shape gratulating Jeff for his designation as the 2013 Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to early, and she became a champion for the de- Indiana Sheriff’s Association Sheriff of the congratulate Rev. Dr. Dwight C. Northington velopment of women’s rights in business Year. on his retirement as Senior Pastor of Calvary throughout the community. With experience in Baptist Church in Red Bank, New Jersey. Dr. f personal finance and secretarial training, Northington has led Calvary Baptist Church for COMMEMORATING THE DEDICA- Arloene started her own business, an employ- over 21 years and his dedication is truly de- TION OF THE JOSEPH NAPER ment agency, in 1963. During a time when serving of this body’s recognition. STATUE less than four percent of American businesses Before entering the ministry, Dr. Northington were owned by women, Arloene became a worked as an executive for Travelers Insur- HON. BILL FOSTER pioneer. Her knack for career planning led the ance Company. He was born in Baltimore, business to become very successful, eventu- OF ILLINOIS Maryland. He is married to his wife Rebecca ally leading to its sale in 1990 after having IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and together they have two daughters, Bianca Arloene at the helm for 27 years. She contin- Monday, September 9, 2013 and Alisha, a granddaughter Aniya and grand- ued to pave the way for women in the commu- son Nukeil. Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great nity over the years, becoming the first woman In addition to his 21 years of service to Cal- pride that I rise today to honor the life and leg- to serve as Corona Planning Commissioner. In vary Baptist Church, Dr. Northington is an ac- acy of Joseph Naper, founder of Naperville, addition, she earned a spot by appointment on tive member of the community. He has served and to commemorate the dedication of a stat- the Temescal Valley-El Cerrito Community as the past moderator of the Seacoast Mis- ue in his honor. The statue, which stands at Plan Advisory Committee. Her continued inter- sionary Baptist Association, past member of his former homestead, serves as a permanent est in business development within the city led the Red Bank Board of Education and past testament to the strength, compassion, and in- her to become actively involved in the Corona president of the Westside Ministerial Alliance. genuity of this pioneer of the West. Chamber of Commerce, becoming its first fe- Joseph Naper held many diverse profes- male president in 1974. Dr. Northington is committed to learning and sions in life—he was at various times a ship It is hard to imagine that Arloene would teaching. He graduated from Morgan State captain, frontiersman, trader, land surveyor, have any free time on her hands, yet she al- University, Eastern Baptist Theological Semi- soldier and politician—but to all of them he ways found time for her community. She nary and Drew University and has taught hom- brought the same care for community. served as Trustee of Circle City Hospital, Di- iletics at New Brunswick Theological Seminary Through hard work and endurance of spirit, rector of the local YMCA, and Executive Direc- and worked as an Adjunct Professor of the Naper raised the physical foundations of the tor of Corona-Norco United Way. In addition, Brookdale Community College Psychology De- town we know today as Naperville from a spot Arloene was President of Soroptimist Inter- partment. of land on the West Branch of the DuPage national of Corona, and President of the Wom- Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- River that he settled in 1831. Equally impor- en’s Improvement Club. She was also a dedi- lating Dr. Northington on his pastoral retire- tantly, Naper built the cultural and spiritual cated member of the Corona-Norco Unified ment and thanking him for his many years of foundations of his community, helping to pro- School District’s Partner in Education Program dedicated service and leadership to the Cal- vide educational, intellectual, and religious op- and the Inland Empire Better Business Bu- vary Baptist Church congregation and the portunities for fellow settlers. reau. It is no surprise that Arolene was the re- greater community.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:36 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09SE8.015 E09SEPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 9, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1259 RECOGNIZING JAMES MARTIN OF IN RECOGNITION OF LOUIS lanta, by witnessing the music, dance, food, MIRAMAR, FLORIDA AS A HAS- CATALDO AND ALICE GEORGE art, and fashion that Black Music has inspired TINGS STAR STUDENT on an international stage; and HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING Whereas, our beloved District has found a HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS OF MASSACHUSETTS jewel in the music that touches the minds and souls of untold millions; and OF FLORIDA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, our community has been strength- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, September 9, 2013 ened in times of joy and sorrow through Monday, September 9, 2013 Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to music; putting rhythm in our feet, adrenalin in recognize the outstanding civic contributions of Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I our blood, and pizzazz in our spirits; and Mr. Louis Cataldo and Mrs. Alice George on rise today to recognize the achievements of Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the the occasion of their retirement from the James Martin of Miramar, Florida, and to Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Mercy Otis Warren Woman of the Year Selec- honor him as a Hastings Star Student. day to honor and recognize Black Music as a tion Committee. At the age of 17, James recently graduated unique and wonderful cultural contribution to Mr. Cataldo first conceived the Mercy Otis Suma Cum Laude from Florida Atlantic Uni- our District, the Nation, and the world; Warren Award as a way of recognizing the Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- versity with a GPA of 3.9. He earned a Bach- contributions of Cape Cod’s women, past and SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim June 4, 2013 as elor’s of Science in Molecular Biology. Having present. The honor has been bestowed upon Black Music Day in the 4th Congressional Dis- been home-schooled by his mother from a twelve women since 2002 for their exceptional trict. young age, James started college at the age leadership, involvement in local institutions, Proclaimed, this 4th day of June, 2013. of 14. He is a shining example of what hard and community enrichment. Mr. Cataldo’s love work and dedication can accomplish. f of history and the Cape Cod community are While in college, James worked alongside a HONORING THE CALIFORNIA HIS- evident in the award’s namesake, as Mercy Nobel Prize winner Dr. Eric Wieschaus at PANIC CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE Otis Warren was a citizen of Barnstable Coun- Princeton University. After graduating, James ty and a vocal advocate for civil liberties in the was offered a job with Dr. Wieschaus as a midst of the American Revolution. Mr. HON. BARBARA LEE paid lab assistant while he decides which PhD Cataldo’s initiative has helped preserve the OF CALIFORNIA programs to apply to. His goal is to pursue a memory of an often–overlooked American pa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES career as a professor, and I have no doubt he triot while praising the distinguished women Monday, September 9, 2013 will contribute greatly to the Molecular Biology who continue Warren’s legacy today. Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise field. A charter member of the Mercy Otis Warren I would also like to recognize the dedication today to honor the California Hispanic Cham- Woman of the Year Selection Committee, Mrs. bers of Commerce, CHCC, as it celebrates its of Joan Martin, James’ mother, to her son’s Alice George has presided as its chair from education. The active participation on the part 35th anniversary at its annual convention the beginning. In partnership with Mr. Cataldo being held at Oakland, California. I commend of one’s parents is important to a good edu- and the Barnstable County Commissioners, cation, and Joan has gone above and beyond CHCC for their choice to hold this important Mrs. George has led the charge to bring Cape event in my congressional district, known for in that regard and is to be commended. Cod’s most inspiring women to the forefront. Mr. Speaker, the accomplishments of James its spirit of diversity and innovation, as well as She has long been a central figure in its proud history of Hispanic and Latino entre- Martin are an inspiration to students every- Barnstable and actively serves in many chari- where, especially within the minority commu- preneurship. table and community organizations. Mrs. In 1978, a group of local Hispanic chamber nity. I am proud to honor such an outstanding George also worked with Mr. Cataldo in bring- leaders from throughout California convened individual. We can all look forward to the ing the Mercy Otis Warren statue to the to discuss the lack of representation of His- bright future this young man has ahead of grounds of the county courthouse. panic businesses in State government. These him. Following eleven wonderful years at the leaders also recognized the need for an orga- f helm, Mr. Cataldo and and Mrs. George will nization that would effectively represent the in- step down from their positions on the selection terest of the rapidly growing number of His- IN HONOR OF THE JAMES committee. Mr. Speaker, please join me in panic-owned businesses in California. From MICHENER ART MUSEUM thanking Mr. Louis Cataldo and Mrs. Alice those beginnings, the CHCC has grown into a George for over a decade of service to south- network of over 65 Hispanic chambers and HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK eastern Massachusetts. I ask that my col- business associations throughout the State of OF PENNSYLVANIA leagues join me in applauding them for their California. Through its network, the CHCC selfless advocacy efforts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES represents the interest of over 700,000 His- f panic business owners in the State, making it Monday, September 9, 2013 BLACK MUSIC DAY the largest ethnic business organization in the Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, we are Nation. proud to recognize the 25th anniversary of As a longtime advocate for the advance- Bucks County’s cultural treasure—the James HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ment of disadvantaged and minority-owned A. Michener Art Museum. In the span of 25 OF GEORGIA businesses, I applaud the CHCC’s mission to years, the museum in Doylestown, Bucks IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES promote, support, and encourage the ad- County, Pennsylvania has preserved the artis- Monday, September 9, 2013 vancement and development of Hispanic and tic heritage of the county through its extensive Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I minority-owned businesses, and to provide an permanent art collection and by reaching out submit the following Proclamation. organizational forum for the exchange of to diverse audiences with national and re- Whereas, in the Fourth Congressional Dis- ideas, information, technical assistance, pro- gional exhibitions, scholarly publications and trict of Georgia, many individuals and organi- curement opportunities, and any other form of educational programs. Its art collection has zations strive to bring awareness, enlighten- business opportunities that enhance the His- grown from 115 objects to nearly 3,000, in- ment, and entertainment to our community panic and minority business communities. I cluding 182 Bucks County related exhibitions through African American culture and music; also commend its development of a program featuring over 300 local artists. The museum and of advocacy in order to inform and educate is housed in an historic 19th century jail that Whereas, June is recognized as Black elected and appointed officials, legislative bod- has been expanded to 72,000 square feet of Music Month, this is a unique opportunity for ies, agencies, and public and private organiza- gallery and event space and two beautiful our Nation to showcase the different musi- tions about the concerns, needs, and opportu- public gardens. We know that last year nearly cians, writers, producers, promoters, per- nities which affect the Hispanic and minority 150,000 people visited this outstanding reposi- formers, managers, attorneys, agents, and ac- business communities of California, and to tory of Bucks County’s creative tradition. And countants who have contributed to making foster unity and communication between orga- so we proudly acknowledge the James A. Black Music a heavyweight in the industry of nizations, corporations, and individuals who Michener Art Museum as a cultural pillar in entertainment around the world; and support the goals and objectives of the CHCC. Bucks County and congratulate those who Whereas, today we celebrate the kickoff of CHCC’s numerous programs are making gave the museum life and sustain it today. Black Music Month at the Artist Factory in At- real impacts in this State. Through their

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:36 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09SE8.020 E09SEPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1260 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 9, 2013 Project Homeowner initiative, CHCC has to accommodate the growing number of in- annual family church outing, family night, and worked to help borrowers understand their fi- coming students. Col. Jackson has overseen a family Sunday where the board honored nancials, and in some cases reach agree- the construction of four residence halls, seven three families from the congregation—a young ments on home loan modifications. The ABC/ major buildings and additional renovation family, a middle-aged family, and a senior ETP program works to connect minority and projects. His proudest accomplishments in- family. She greatly contributed to the vitality of women-owned firms with tools and non-tradi- clude the Library Mall, the Net Zero Energy the Church through the numerous roles that tional capital streams, while providing edu- Lab, and the recent completion of the SMART she held. From 1985 to 1993 she led the cational opportunities to bolster budding busi- project which will have a long-term beneficial Tuesday afternoon Bible Study. She also led nesses through an innovative, original cur- impact for the UNT campus. Col. Jackson the Circle South in the Missionary Society. riculum. acted as a vital proponent of this project that Mrs. Davis was an outstanding Sunday School Since 2008, the CHCC Foundation has will save the University over $3 million in utility teacher, who my brother, Hasan, and I were worked to promote charitable programs to cre- and operation costs annually and ensure reli- very fortunate to have learned from. ate and develop educational and economic able systems to support UNT into the future. Throughout her life, Mrs. Davis has been an development programs to increase adult lead- The SMART project recently received a Green avid student. She took many courses in adult ership for CHCC and its members, and to pro- Ribbon Award in the infrastructure category education from the City of New York. She re- vide scholarship opportunities for qualified stu- from the U.S. Green Building Council North ceived her first, second, and third certificates dents to attend educational institutions to Texas as the best example of the implementa- of progress from the National Baptist Con- study business and economic development. tion of sustainable infrastructure design, con- gress of Christian Education. Mrs. Davis also The Foundation also partners with the United struction or management practices. greatly enjoys reading and painting. Health Care Foundation to provide scholarship On a personal level, I am grateful to Col. We thank her beloved goddaughter, Rose opportunities to promising students entering Jackson for his advice and expertise as a Davis Utendahl, for traveling from Alabama for the medical field. member of my Service Academy Board. As a this celebration. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you Therefore, on behalf of the residents of Cali- USAF Academy graduate and higher edu- and my other distinguished colleagues join me fornia’s 13th Congressional District, I would cation representative, Col. Jackson’s role was in congratulating Mrs. Davis on her 100th like to salute the CHCC, and all of those who to comprehensively screen and interview high birthday. For her dedication to the community, have contributed to its 35 years of success. school and college applicants wishing to re- she is worthy of the highest praise. Thank you for your long-term belief in entre- ceive a congressional nomination and to ad- f preneurship and for your contributions to our vise me upon the selection of qualified service IN RECOGNITION OF BOB DUBOIS community. Once again, congratulations, and I academy candidates. wish you the very best as you strive for an- I join his family, friends and colleagues in HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING other 35 years of excellence. congratulating Col. Charles Jackson upon his OF MASSACHUSETTS f exemplary service to our community, state and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nation and extend my warmest wishes upon a IN RECOGNITION OF COL. well-earned retirement. His positive contribu- Monday, September 9, 2013 CHARLES JACKSON tions and dedicated efforts will continue to en- Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to hance The University of North Texas for years recognize Mr. Bob DuBois as he prepares to HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS to come, and I am privileged to represent the step down from his role as Executive Director OF TEXAS University of North Texas in the U.S. House of of the Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Representatives. A longtime fixture on Cape Cod, Mr. DuBois f has worked tirelessly to strengthen the Cham- Monday, September 9, 2013 ber of Commerce, the thriving business com- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to STATEMENT ON THE 100TH munity it represents, and the entire Yarmouth honor the exemplary career of Col. Charles BIRTHDAY OF LUCY T. DAVIS community. For the past twenty-three years, Jackson who recently retired from his position Mr. DuBois has served as the Chamber’s Ex- as Assistant Vice President for Facilities at the HON. HAKEEM S. JEFFRIES ecutive Director, and he has touched many University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton, OF NEW YORK lives in this role. Many of his colleagues and Texas. For over a decade, he has competently IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends recall the many early mornings and overseen the rapid growth of new construction late nights he spent in the Chamber’s office, and renovation of numerous campus buildings. Monday, September 9, 2013 seeing him at countless events and meetings Prior to his work at UNT, Col. Jackson spent Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in around town, and his diligence in promoting the majority of his career serving his country celebration of the 100th birthday of Mrs. Lucy Yarmouth’s thriving businesses. His many on active duty with the United States Air Force T. Davis. Mrs. Davis is a beloved member of years of hard work have been invaluable to (USAF). As a registered professional engineer the community; throughout her life, she has the town’s success, and he will certainly be and member of the Association of Physical brightened the lives of all she encountered. In missed by those who work and live in the Plant Administrators, Col. Jackson has distin- celebration of her centennial birthday, Mrs. community. guished himself as an accomplished military Davis was honored on May 11, 2013 at the Mr. Speaker, I am happy to recognize Mr. and civilian engineer through his successful di- Bishop Hucles Nursing Home in Brooklyn, NY. Bob DuBois for the service that he has given rection of numerous projects and develop- Mrs. Davis was born in Macon, Georgia on to the Town of Yarmouth. I ask that my col- ments, domestically and abroad. May 12, 1913, and in 1931 her family moved leagues join me in thanking him for all that he Col. Jackson received a B.A. in civil engi- to Brooklyn, NY as part of the Great Migration has done for the town, and in wishing him well neering from the U.S. Air Force Academy and of African Americans from the rural South to in his future endeavors. a M.A. in engineering/facilities from the Air cities in the North, Midwest, and West. While f Force Institute of Technology. He served as doing domestic work during the day, Mrs. DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, the commander of the 7th Engineering Squad- Davis took night courses to learn office skills. INC. ron at Carswell Air Force Base at Fort Worth, During World War II she moved to Wash- Texas. His civil engineer leadership positions ington, DC to work for the United States De- include duty assignments stateside in Colo- partment of Defense as a typist. After World HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. rado, Texas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma and War II, Mrs. Davis returned to Brooklyn, NY OF GEORGIA overseas in Japan, Germany and Belgium. where she became a supervisor at the Depart- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Col. Jackson dedicated 30 years of his life as ment of Motor Vehicles. Monday, September 9, 2013 a civil engineer in the Air Force and achieved She has been an active member of Corner- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I the rank of Colonel upon his retirement in May stone Baptist Church since 1950. In 1984, Dr. submit the following Proclamation: 1998. Harry S. Wright appointed Mrs. Davis as the Whereas, since 1913, Delta Sigma Theta Following his departure from the Air Force, third chairperson of the Board of Christian Sorority, Inc., has been and continues to be a Col. Jackson began employment at UNT as Education at Cornerstone Baptist Church. Dur- worthy instrument for good; and Facilities Maintenance Manager and was se- ing her tenure as chairperson, the board spon- Whereas, the Decatur Alumnae Chapter of lected for his current position in 2005. Since sored a Youth Speak Out; a Cinema Club; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was char- 2000, the UNT campus has rapidly expanded and a series of family activities including an tered on October 5, 1973, in Decatur, Georgia,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:36 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09SE8.022 E09SEPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 9, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1261 by sixteen stellar sorors who had the foresight games for Kerman and McLane High Schools, its founding in 1988, Books for Africa has and vision to establish a Delta chapter in and Fresno City College. He also ran the foot- grown into the largest shipper of donated text DeKalb County, Georgia; and ball chain gang for over fifty years, and taught and library books to the African continent, hav- Whereas, the Decatur Alumnae Chapter of a current events class to high school seniors ing shipped over 27 million books to 48 coun- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is celebrating from 1965 to 2010. tries. In 2012 alone, Books for Africa shipped its forty year anniversary; and During Don’s retirement he enjoyed spend- more than 2.2 million books to 22 African Whereas, its members give of themselves ing time with his late wife Carol Kraft Larson. countries. tirelessly and unconditionally to serve our Carol passed away in 2004, but her kindness Ending the book famine in Africa is the mis- community through projects such as voter reg- and love for teaching will always be remem- sion that led Thomas Warth to found Books istration, health walks, mentorships and schol- bered. They raised one daughter, Lynn, who for Africa. Troubled by a chronic shortage of arships; and has furthered the family’s tradition by working books in Africa and the reality that 40 percent Whereas, the lives of many in our district as an elementary school teacher. of school-age children do not attend school, are touched by the leadership and service Furthermore, Don has a tremendous interest Mr. Warth put his vision and enthusiasm into given by the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta So- in the World’s Fair. His vast collection of an ongoing commitment to transform lives by rority, Inc., our nation and the world are better World’s Fair memorabilia is housed in the facilitating the shipment of container after con- places due to their commitment to excellence Special Collections Department of the Henry tainer of books that put real books in the in all of their endeavors; and Madden Library at California State University, hands of real people. By sending textbooks to Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fresno. The collection has been named in his areas with empty shelves and into the hands Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this honor and is considered second only to that of of children eager to read, learn, and explore day to honor and recognize their outstanding the Smithsonian in Washington DC. the world of literature, Books for Africa is mak- service to our District for the past forty (40) Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I ing a difference in the lives of young people. years and to wish them well on their anniver- ask my colleagues in the House of Represent- Books for Africa is promoting literacy, and em- sary; atives to recognize Donald Larson on his 80th powering the next generation to break the Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- birthday. He serves as a pillar in our commu- endless cycle of poverty that will improve qual- SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim October 5, 2013 nity, and I thank him for all of his contributions ity of life. as Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma to our education system. This success would not have been possible Theta Sorority, Inc., Day in the 4th Congres- f without the joint partnership of public and pri- sional District. vate sectors. Books for Africa frequently works Proclaimed, this 5th day of October, 2013. CONGRATULATING JOE A. RAVER with USAID, Peace Corps, and the Sir Emeka f Offor Foundation to deliver books. Together HON. LUKE MESSER with the generous support of publishers, RECOGNIZING DONALD LARSON AS OF INDIANA schools, libraries, organizations and individ- HE CELEBRATES HIS 80TH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES uals who donate books, Books for Africa is BIRTHDAY making a positive impact in the lives of people Monday, September 9, 2013 in African countries. HON. JIM COSTA Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, in honor of Thomas Warth and OF CALIFORNIA congratulate Joe A. Raver, the incoming presi- the dedicated staff, partners, donors, board, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dent and CEO of Hillenbrand, Inc., and volunteers, I am pleased to submit this headquartered in Batesville, Indiana, in my Monday, September 9, 2013 statement for the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD congressional district. recognizing the 25th anniversary of Books for Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Raver is the current president of Africa. recognize Donald Larson as he celebrates his Hillenbrand’s Process Equipment Group and f 80th birthday. His many years of dedication to senior vice president of the company. Pre- education and service deserve both acknowl- viously, he had been president of Batesville RECOGNIZING THE 100TH edgement and appreciation. Casket Company. Joe had also served as vice ANNIVERSARY OF ORLANDO, INC. Don and his twin brother, Phil, were born on president and general manager of the res- September 5, 1933, to Bengt John and Olive piratory care division of Hill-Rom Holdings, HON. DANIEL WEBSTER Emmingham Larson. He grew up in Kerman, where he first served as vice president of OF FLORIDA California, and graduated from Kerman High Strategy and Shared Services. Prior to joining IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School in 1951. After attending the College of Hill-Rom, Joe spent 10 years in a variety of Monday, September 09, 2013 the Sequoias, Don continued his education at senior leadership positions at Batesville Cas- the University of California, Berkeley. Imme- ket Company and Hillenbrand Industries. Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I diately following graduation, Don began his For more than a century, the Hillenbrand rise today to acknowledge a special occasion teaching career in Caruthers, California. He companies have served as a staple in the In- for Orlando, Inc. (Orlando Regional Chamber taught sixth grade for two years, and then diana and American corporate landscape, of Commerce). In 1913, Orlando, Inc. was first went on to teach at Kerman High School for premiering innovative products in the funeral established and this year they celebrate their two years. During his first few years of teach- services, and process equipment industries. I 100th anniversary. It is my pleasure to recog- ing, Don was also completing a Masters at have no doubt that Hillenbrand will continue to nize them on their Centennial. California State University, Fresno. He taught be a dynamic company that Hoosiers can be During the past century, Orlando, Inc. has six years for Fresno Unified and ended his proud of with Joe at the helm. been through many phases of growth and teaching career after 35 years with Fresno I congratulate Joe on this new chapter in his change to create the longstanding history they City College. life and wish him the very best as he takes the have today. From their establishment in 1913 Staying active and involved in the commu- lead at Hillenbrand. as the Board of Trade, followed by becoming nity has always been very important to Don. f the Downtown Chamber, then as the Greater He takes great pride in his lifelong member- Orlando Chamber, then the Orlando Regional ship at the First Covenant Church in Fresno HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVER- Chamber of Commerce and now today, Or- where he has taught Sunday school for over SARY OF BOOKS FOR AFRICA lando, Inc., their goal and focus of serving the six decades. Don has served at various orga- Central Florida region has always remained nizations including Fresno County Housing HON. BETTY McCOLLUM constant. They have been and continue to be Authority, Fresno Economic Opportunities OF MINNESOTA a leader in connecting Central Florida’s busi- Commission, and Fresno County Democratic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nesses and communities and maintain suc- Central Committee. He has also served on the cess by focusing on what matters most to State Center Community College Foundation Monday, September 9, 2013 Central Floridians. and was the co-chair of the Capital Campaign Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise Orlando, Inc. specifically focuses on re- for the Old Administration Building on the to pay tribute to the staff, board, donors, and gional entrepreneurship and is one of four Fresno City College campus. In addition to volunteers of Books for Africa on the occasion lines of businesses which make up the Central these impressive undertakings, Don also of the 25th anniversary of this nonprofit orga- Florida Partnership. The Central Florida Part- found time to be the scorekeeper at basketball nization based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Since nership, comprised of Orlando, Inc.,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:36 Sep 10, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09SE8.025 E09SEPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1262 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 9, 2013 BusinessForce, myregion.org and Leadership Harris as a citizen of great worth and so noted A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF Orlando, is committed to advancing Central distinction; MARION ALICE FALKNER GASH Florida’s entrepreneurs and moving ‘‘Ideas to Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- Results.’’ In their quest to build the best entre- SON, Jr. do hereby attest to the 113th Con- HON. JIM COSTA preneurial environment, Orlando, Inc. is posi- gress that he is deemed worthy and deserving OF CALIFORNIA tioned to serve the growing demands of entre- of this Congressional Honor by declaring Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES preneurs and businesses throughout the Cen- Thomas Wesley Harris, Jr. U.S. Citizen of Dis- Monday, September 9, 2013 tral Florida region by offering some of the tinction in the 4th Congressional District of Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to most powerful and influential business pro- Georgia. grams in Central Florida. After a century, Or- pay tribute to the life of Marion Alice Falkner lando, Inc. has thousands of member busi- Proclaimed, this 15th day of July, 2013. Gash, who passed away on July 31, 2013, nesses that they serve. two weeks before her 100th birthday. She had Through the high quality, expertise and f an exceptional spirit with an ‘‘I-can-do-it’’ atti- tude. Marion inspired others through her mili- strong leadership displayed by Orlando, Inc., HONORING KENNETH A. CAMP tary service, professional achievements, excel- they have earned and have been accredited a lence in teaching, support of her community, ‘‘Five–Star Chamber’’ by the United States and devotion to family and friends. Chamber of Commerce. This honor is the HON. LUKE MESSER Marion Alice Falkner was born at her fam- highest level of achievement awarded by the ily’s Germania Farm in Yazoo County, Mis- OF INDIANA United States Chamber of Commerce, and sissippi on August 14, 1913. She was born to with nearly 7,000 Chambers in the US, only IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Marion and Minniealice Falkner and was the 217 currently remain accredited. eldest of seven children. Marion graduated The excellence with which Orlando, Inc. and Monday, September 9, 2013 from Hinds Junior College in Raymond, Mis- the Central Florida Partnership serve Central Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sissippi and continued onto Maryville College Florida’s business community and enterprises honor the extraordinary accomplishments of in Tennessee to obtain her teaching creden- is evident from their history and recognitions. Kenneth A. Camp, President and CEO of tial. After graduation, Marion taught for six I commend them for their many achievements Hillenbrand, Inc., headquartered in Batesville, years in Bentonia, Mississippi. In 1940, she and I am pleased to congratulate them on the Indiana, in my congressional district. moved to New Orleans to attend Soule Busi- celebration of their 100th anniversary. May ness College and worked for attorney John their leadership, service and dedication inspire Mr. Camp was elected President and Chief Minor Wisdom who later became a judge of many to follow in their footsteps. Executive Officer of Batesville Casket Com- the United States Court of Appeals for the f pany May 1, 2001, and as President, CEO Fifth Circuit. and Director of Hillenbrand, Inc., March 31, Shortly after Congress declared war, Marion TRIBUTE TO THOMAS WESLEY 2008. Previously he had served as senior vice moved to Washington, D.C. to serve her coun- HARRIS president of Hillenbrand Industries, Inc., and try. She worked at the Pentagon in the Office as vice president before that. Mr. Camp joined of the Budget of the War Department. In 1943, HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. Hillenbrand in 1981, and has held various po- she joined the Navy WAVES and rose to the OF GEORGIA sitions with both Hillenbrand and Batesville rank of Lieutenant J.G., serving as the Admin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Casket. During the course of his career, Ken istrative Officer to Admiral W.K. Romoser, has had senior responsibilities in sales, mar- Monday, September 9, 2013 Commander of the Naval Training School in keting, human resources, manufacturing and Hollywood, Florida. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I logistics. From 1972 to 1978, Ken served his In 1946, Marion married Navy Lt. Russell present the following U.S. Citizen of Distinc- country as a commissioned officer and aviator Warner Gash, and they raised two sons, tion: in the United States Army. Frank and Warner. At the time, Navy policy Whereas, our lives have been touched by The Hillenbrand companies have been a did not allow female officers to have children the life of this one man, Thomas Wesley Har- premier example of corporate success in Indi- so Marion reluctantly resigned her commission ris, Jr., who has given so much to our state ana by developing and producing innovative and assumed the role of navy wife for the rest and nation; and products in the funeral services, and process of Russell’s naval career. Over the next 15 Whereas, Thomas ‘‘Tom’’ Harris has been equipment industries. Ken’s hard work and years, the family moved to eight duty stations instrumental as a pioneer in the beauty indus- leadership within the company has been vital in six different states and Cuba. In 1961, the try with his artistic talents, his high standards to that success. family settled in Fresno, California, and Mrs. in creating and innovating cosmetology, being Gash returned to teaching. a mentor for hair stylists and in propelling Ken soon will retire from his duties leading Mrs. Gash taught English and speech, di- many careers in Atlanta and beyond; and this dynamic Hoosier company. I ask the en- rected plays, coached debate teams, and es- Whereas, this giant of a man accomplished tire 6th Congressional District to join me in tablished a forensics program at Central Union so much during his time on earth, he served thanking Ken for his long career and service High School. While working full time, she our country honorably in the U.S. Army, he to both his business and community. earned her Master’s degree in education at was an entrepreneur, creating Tom Harris Hair California State University, Fresno in 1967. Designers, he was a strong community advo- f After retiring in 1978, she continued to volun- cate, a motivator and a friend to all; and teer in school, church, military, veterans and Whereas, he gave of himself, his time, his OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL community activities. Mrs. Gash was a great talent and his life to uplift those in need, he DEBT teacher who positively affected the lives of never asked for fame or fortune he just want- thousands of students. ed to help somebody and to inspire anybody Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I by being involved in community activities and HON. MIKE COFFMAN ask my colleagues in the House of Represent- taking the time to encourage and train young OF COLORADO atives to pay tribute to the life of Marion Alice Falkner Gash, a veteran of World War II and stylists into using their skills to impact an in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dustry; and a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, teacher, Whereas, Tom Harris led by doing both be- Monday, September 9, 2013 and friend. hind the scenes and on the front lines, he was f Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January an ambassador of goodwill who will be truly TRIBUTE TO THE JORDAN FAMILY missed; and 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- Whereas, Tom Harris was a husband, a fa- fice, the national debt was ther, a grandfather, and a friend; he was our $10,626,877,048,913.08. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. OF GEORGIA warrior, our patriarch, a man of great integrity Today, it is $16,932,605,798,305. We’ve IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who remained true to the uplifting of our com- added $6,305,728,749,392 to our debt in 4 munity; and years. This is $6 trillion in debt our nation, our Monday, September 9, 2013 Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the economy, and our children could have avoided Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I Fourth District of Georgia recognizes Tom with a balanced budget amendment. submit the following Proclamation:

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Kennedy, a proud American, and we must thank him for Dicey Shields Jordan (1858), Summie, John, Hiram Johnson, and C. K. McClatchy high his service to our country. James, Hilliard (Hill), Mary, Woodie, Henry Ar- schools at a banquet which included their par- f thur, Babe, Alice and Emma were born; In ents and Sacramento law enforcement offi- 1885, James was united in marriage to his cers. STATEMENT ON 30 YEARS OF OUT- second wife Nancy Polk Jordan wherein, Ber- Mr. Duarte’s honors include inductions into STANDING SERVICE OF COUNCIL- tha, Gilbert, Luther, Pledger, Judson and Lucy the San Francisco Parks and Recreation Hall MAN ALBERT VANN were born. The Jordan Family has produced of Fame in 1975, the Greater Sacramento many well respected citizens and the patri- Softball Association Hall of Fame, and the La- HON. HAKEEM S. JEFFRIES archs and matriarchs of the Jordan Family are Salle Club Baseball Hall of Fame at Christian OF NEW YORK pillars of strength that have touched many Brothers High School in Sacramento in 2001. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES throughout our nation, family members of the Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Monday, September 9, 2013 past and present such as Mrs. Janice Ander- me today in paying honor to Joe Duarte for son Edwards, Rev. Frankie Jordan, Rev. Dar- being an exemplary member of the Sac- Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rell White, Mrs. Evelyn Boynton, Miss Beverly ramento community. His life and commitment recognition of the achievements of Council- Gray, Mrs. Annie Ruth Johnson, Mrs. Martha to our community is an inspiration to us all. man Albert Vann. During his years of service, Ann Whitlock, Mr. Jerome Anderson, Mr. The Greater Sacramento area has lost a true Councilman Vann has helped thousands and Summie Jordan, Ms. Rheba Brackery, Miss citizen of the community who always put serv- worked tirelessly to improve the lives of all Rasheedah Carter, Ms. Vel Ford and Mrs. 0llie ice above self. I ask that we take a moment those he encountered. In celebration of his 30 Brooks; and and give our utmost respect and condolences years of outstanding service, Councilman Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- to his wife, Phyllis, and their three children. Vann was honored on May 9, 2013, at Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn, NY, where sional District of Georgia, we are honored to f have members of the Jordan family for they the library was renamed in his honor. are some of our most beloved citizens in our HONORING THE SERVICE OF As both a teacher and elected official, District; and KENNETH ABRAHAMIAN Councilman Vann has served the people of Whereas, family is one of the most honored Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, the community and cherished institutions in the world, we HON. JIM COSTA in which he was born and raised. Councilman take pride in knowing that families such as the OF CALIFORNIA Vann graduated from Franklin K. Lane High Jordan family have set aside this time to fel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School and went on to earn his B.B.A. from Toledo University, his Master’s Degree in Edu- lowship with each other, honor one another Monday, September 9, 2013 and to pass along history to each other by cation from Yeshiva University, and his Mas- meeting at this year’s family reunion in DeKalb Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ter’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling from County, Georgia; and recognize the service of Kenneth Abrahamian Long Island University. He served as a ser- Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the as he receives his World War II (WWII) Med- geant in the United States Marine Corps. Prior Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this als. He is the recipient of the Philippine Lib- to being elected to public office, Councilman day to honor and recognize the Jordan family; eration Medal, WWII Victory Medal, WWII Asi- Vann taught at PS 256, JHS 35, and JHS 271 Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- atic Pacific Medal, Navy Good Conduct Medal, in Brooklyn, NY. SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim June 28, 2013 as and American Campaign Medal. Mr. Councilman Vann served in the New York Jordan Family Reunion Day in the 4th Con- Abrahamian is a source of pride for our Cen- State Assembly from 1974–2001. Throughout gressional District of Georgia. tral Valley and our entire nation. these years, he continually and fervently rep- Proclaimed, this 28th day of June, 2013. Mr. Abrahamian grew up in the Valley and resented the needs of his constituents. As f graduated from Central High School in 1941. Chairman of the New York State Black & Following his graduation, he enlisted in the Puerto Rican Caucus, he worked to prevent IN HONOR OF JOE DUARTE United States Navy to serve his country in racial gerrymandering of the New York City WWII. He served honorably and proudly from Council. In 1982 he filed a lawsuit that in- HON. DORIS O. MATSUI 1942 to 1946. Mr. Abrahamian was stationed creased the representation of communities of OF CALIFORNIA in the Pacific as a machinist mate aboard the color—this landmark victory led to the creation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES USS Spangler and the USS Ajax. of two additional Congressional Districts, three Mr. Abrahamian married Isabelle Zadurian additional State Senate Districts, and six addi- Monday, September 9, 2013 at the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church tional State Assembly Districts that rep- Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, it is with sad- in Fresno, California. They have three chil- resented communities of color in New York ness that I rise in honor of Joe Duarte, who dren; Jeanette, Patricia, and Kenneth, daugh- State. passed away on July 23 in Sacramento, at the ter-in-law, Sue, and two grandchildren; Ken- In 2001, Mr. Vann was elected to the New age of 84. I ask all my colleagues to join me neth Andrew and Allyson Marie. York City Council. He has done a tremendous in honoring Mr. Duarte as his family and The Abrahamians have spent their entire job as Chair of the Council’s Committee on friends gather to celebrate his life and legacy. lives in the Rolinda area, a small unincor- Community Development, where he has ad- Mr. Duarte, a former Merchant Marine, de- porated community in Fresno County. They dressed poverty, foreclosures, and predatory voted his life to helping our community. A life- farmed raisins, almonds, alfalfa, barley, black- equity. While in the New York City Council, long athlete who played professional baseball eyed peas, broccoli, corn, cotton, oats, onions, Councilman Vann founded the 36th Council with the St. Louis Browns, Mr. Duarte was sugar beets, turkeys, and wheat. Mr. District Katrina Relief Effort, the Black Brook- committed to promoting recreational and aca- Abrahamian truly understands the importance lyn Empowerment Convention, and New York demic activities for the youth of Sacramento. of hard work and he has shown that through City Works, which strives to reduce the dis- As a member of the Greater Sacramento his labor on the farm and service in the mili- proportionately high unemployment rate in Evening Optimist Club, in 1971 Mr. Duarte tary. As a resident of the Rolinda area, Mr. Black and Latino communities. founded the Optimist All-Star baseball, basket- Abrahamian is known to be a great neighbor Recognizing the importance of empowering ball, and football games. He organized the and friend. residents to improve their communities, he best high school seniors from the Greater Staying involved and supporting the commu- created several taskforces including: Edu- Sacramento area into teams to participate in nity has always been very important to Mr. cation Taskforce; Senior Taskforce; Commu- these games. Not stopping with baseball, bas- Abrahamian. He is an active member of his nity Safety Taskforce; Youth Taskforce; and ketball, and football, Mr. Duarte also organized church, and he always participates in the an- the Coalition for the Improvement of Bedford- girls softball and volleyball games. nual Rolinda Charity BBQ. Mr. Abrahamian’s Stuyvesant. Through his leadership with the Mr. Duarte created and organized the Youth spirit and drive keep him going every day. A Council’s HIV/AIDS Faith-Based Initiative, Appreciation Night for Students from more couple months short of 90 years old, Mr. Councilman Vann has improved HIV/AIDS

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After successfully bringing the Councilman Vann has truly been a trail- mosexual man living with HIV, Sean organized 10 year-old boy aboard the second raft, they blazer, whose positive influence will have an support for the HIV/AIDS community. He was unfortunately became caught in the damn, everlasting effect on the community. His active in Bay Positives, an organization estab- trapping all five boys. The 45 year-old man record of achievement would not have been lished in 1990 as the first peer-run agency in was able to escape the dam, swim to shore, possible without the love and support of his the world for young people living with HIV/ and dial 9–1–1. wife, Mildred Vann, their four children and AIDS. In 1993, he was photographed by cele- At this same time, off-duty Sergeants eight grandchildren. We thank his family for brated American photographer Annie Leibovitz Eppard and Ahlgren were kayaking down the sharing him with us all. Mr. Speaker, I ask that as part of one of the first public awareness river, and in an act of great courage rescued you and my other distinguished colleagues campaigns about HIV, organized by the San all five boys, whose ages ranged from 10 to join me in congratulating Councilman Vann on Francisco AIDS Foundation. 14. Sgt. Eppard has a history of heroism, hav- his 30 years of outstanding service. For his In 1993, Sean met Pedro Zamora, who ing once rescued a woman at the exact same commitment to the people of Brooklyn, he is gained fame as part of the cast of MTV Real dam in 2009. worthy of the highest praise. World, San Francisco. Sean and Pedro’s on- The selfless heroism of these extraordinary f air relationship and marriage was thrown into people serves as an example to us all. These the national spotlight, bringing international at- individuals put their own lives in harm’s way TRIBUTE TO JORDAN AND SYLVIA tention and putting a human face to the reali- for the well-being of others. While the 10 year- WEDLOWE ties of HIV/AIDS. Though Sean’s on-air pres- old boy was treated for hypothermia, no one ence was short, the impact of their televised else was injured in an event that could have HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. relationship was great, and after Pedro’s tragic ended in tragedy. OF GEORGIA death from AIDS at the age of 22, Sean went Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on to become an even greater advocate for in honoring these brave individuals for their the HIV/AIDS community. courageous acts and altruistic service. Monday, September 9, 2013 Throughout his life, Sean travelled across f Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I the country to educate others about HIV/AIDS submit the following proclamation: and living with the disease. He spoke at col- IN CELEBRATION OF MRS. GRACIE Whereas, the union of Jordan and Sylvia leges, universities, and many organizations in- G. SIMPSON’S 85TH BIRTHDAY Wedlowe in Twiggs County, Georgia in the cluding the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against 1800’s began the Wedlowe family lineage Defamation, the Human Rights Campaign, HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. which has blessed us with descendants that Health Initiatives for Youth, and the AIDS Alli- OF GEORGIA have helped to shape our nation; and ance for Children, Youth & Families. Sean IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, the Wedlowe Family has pro- was also a celebrated pastry chef, and just Monday, September 9, 2013 duced many well respected citizens and the last May could be found making homemade patriarchs and matriarchs of the Wedlowe ice cream at RIS restaurant in Washington Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise family are pillars of strength that have touched D.C. to pay tribute to a beloved role model and gra- many throughout our nation, family members Mr. Speaker, this week we lost a great voice cious woman of faith, Mrs. Gracie G. Simpson. of the past and present; and for the HIV/AIDS community. There are ap- On Sunday, September 1, 2013, Mrs. Simp- Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- proximately 50,000 new HIV infections every son was honored by her family and friends at sional District of Georgia, we are honored to year, and only through education, public a birthday celebration at the Howard Commu- have members of the Wedlowe family for they awareness and community outreach can we nity Club in Macon, Georgia. are some of our most beloved citizens in our prevent the spread of the HIV virus. Sean Gracie Mae Peck was born on August 29, District; and used his voice to bring attention to the HIV 1928, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Willie B. Whereas, family is one of the most honored community, and as we pay tribute to his life, Peck and the late Claire Mae Fulton. She was and cherished institutions in the world, we we must also continue his efforts. One day at the second child, with one older sister, one take pride in knowing that families such as the a time, we move closer to an AIDS-free gen- younger sister, and two younger brothers, all Wedlowe family have set aside this time to fel- eration. of whom are now deceased. lowship with each other, honor one another I offer my heartfelt condolences to Sean’s Back in the days when she was young, and to pass along history to each other by family and his partner Michael. Undoubtedly, many children did not have the opportunity to meeting at this year’s family reunion in DeKalb Sean touched the lives of countless friends complete school and had to begin working at County, Georgia; and and strangers alike. He leaves behind a leg- a young age. For 43 years of her life, Mrs. Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the acy of activism, bravery, and service to the Simpson worked at Tom’s Foods, Inc., known Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this HIV community. He will be dearly missed. to many as ‘‘the candy company.’’ However, day to honor and recognize the Wedlowe fam- f she was able to return to school to take com- ily; puter classes before retiring. Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- HONORING THE COURAGEOUS Mrs. Simpson was married to J. Z. Simpson, SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim June 29, 2013 as ACTIONS OF SIX INDIVIDUALS Sr., for 54 years until his death in October of Wedlowe Family Reunion Day in the 4th Con- 2008. She has three sons, Donald Gibson, Jr., gressional District of Georgia. HON. BILL FOSTER Zebbie Simpson, and Michael Simpson, and Proclaimed, this 29th day of June, 2013. OF ILLINOIS one daughter, Jan Simpson Walker. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES She has eight grandchildren: Donald, Eunicer, Christen, Jerome, Marcus, Marvin, IN MEMORY OF SEAN FRANKLIN Monday, September 9, 2013 Keisha, and Kelicia. She also has six great- SASSER Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to grandchildren: Grace, Hannah, Abigail, honor the courageous actions of four young Katelynn, DJ, and Christian. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS individuals, and two members of the Aurora Mrs. Simpson has achieved numerous suc- OF FLORIDA Police Department, Sergeants Dan Eppard cesses in her life, but none of this would have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Rick Ahlgren. With great valor and her- been possible without the love and support of oism, all six individuals, including Sergeants her adoring family. Voted ‘‘Reigning Queen’’ at Monday, September 9, 2013 Eppard and Ahlgren risked their lives to save Pearl Stephens Village Senior Apartments, Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I those of others who were trapped in a dam she enjoys fishing and going on walks. She rise today to honor the life of Sean Franklin while rafting on the Vermillion River near loves spending time with her family and is a Sasser. Sean was an educator and an activist, Oglesby, Illinois. great cook. She makes a mean sweet potato and dedicated his life to speaking out about On June 28, 2013, a 45 year-old man and pie and a delicious peach cobbler. She is full HIV/AIDS. Sadly, Sean passed away on Au- his 10 year-old son were rafting on the river of life and spunk and her family knows very

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Since then, Father O’Mara has been re- Choir, Deaconesses, Food Bank, Women of Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to appointed as pastor to St. Mary in 2004 and Flow Ministry, and Kitchen Ministry. congratulate Arizona State University presi- 2011. On July 3, 2013, he was appointed as The race of life isn’t given to the swift or to dent Dr. Michael Crow on the impressive pastor to the St. Gabriel Parish in Indianapolis. the strong, but to those who endure until the progress that ASU has made since Dr. Crow The commitment that Father O’Mara has end. Mrs. Simpson has run the race of life began leading there in 2002. I would like to made has not stopped at serving the church, with grace and dignity and God has blessed recognize the Arizona State University Bio- but to the community as well. He has also her over her lifetime. design Institute, which I was able to visit and been greatly involved with the Hispanic com- tour on July 11th. munity in Indianapolis. He immersed himself in Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me The Biodesign Institute is an outstanding ex- the Spanish language and took classes in paying tribute to Mrs. Simpson for her 85 ample of success in transdisciplinary research, through Indiana University in order to become fruitful and productive years of life. with the Institute’s technologies and fields of bilingual so that he could preach to all mem- research coming together to address national bers of the congregation. f and global challenges with ‘‘bio–inspired’’ solu- He has committed his life to the church and tions in: new vaccine discovery and delivery; has served the church for 25 years now. That RUBY MARIE SINGS LANGFORD early detection and treatment of cancer and kind of commitment is not made lightly. Com- JOHNSON infectious diseases; techniques for detecting mitting your life to the church is one of the and removing contaminants from air and water greatest sacrifices a person can make and Fa- and the application of nanotechnology for bio- ther O’Mara had to have put in a lot of time, HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. medicine and electronics. thought, and prayer before deciding to commit OF GEORGIA Arizona State University Biodesign re- himself fully to the church. searchers generate an average of 50 invention f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES disclosures and patents annually and have RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE Monday, September 9, 2013 fostered more than a dozen spinout, startup companies. In 2009, the institute won Arizo- OF AN ORGANIZED WORKFORCE na’s ‘‘Excellence in Economic Development AND LABOR UNIONS Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I Award’’ for its innovative contributions to the present the following U.S. Citizen of Distinc- state’s economic growth. HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON tion: Whereas, our lives have been touched by The Biodesign Institute embodies the guid- OF TEXAS the life of this one woman . . . who has given ing principles of the New American University, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of herself in order for others to stand; and as defined by Arizona State University Presi- Monday, September 9, 2013 dent Michael Crow. ASU is a comprehensive Whereas, Mrs. Ruby Marie Sings Langford metropolitan university that has become the Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Johnson’s work is present in DeKalb County, largest in the U.S. and recently ranked among Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the im- Georgia for all to see, being an advocate for elite 100 world universities. ASU ranked #17 portance of an organized workforce, and the the youth, the elderly, the poor and ordinary in the country for research expenditures at a critical role that labor unions play in the build- citizens like you and me; and university without a medical school. The Wall ing of a robust and diverse economy. The United States has benefitted greatly from the Whereas, this remarkable woman gave of Street Journal asked corporate recruiters which schools produced the best qualified labor movement, and protecting workers’ herself, her time, her talent and her life; she rights is more important now than ever before, never asked for fame or fortune to uplift those graduates in the country and they ranked ASU #5. There has been significant progress at particularly for African Americans. in need, she just wanted to do what was right; ASU. Labor unions have provided a range of ben- and Congratulations to Dr. Crow and to the Ari- efits for working men and women throughout Whereas, Mrs. Johnson led by doing behind zona State University Biodesign Institute for our history, many of which we take for granted the scenes, front and center for the state of successfully fusing intellectual disciplines to as being a normal part of life in the workplace. Georgia, DeKalb County, her church, Beulah conduct use–inspired and impactful research Simple concepts such as weekends and paid Baptist Church and for the DeKalb County which are advancing our country’s technology vacation time are thanks to the efforts of labor chapter of the NAACP; this virtuous Proverbs development and economy. unions. More complex protections such as workplace safety standards and anti-discrimi- 31 woman was a mother, grandmother, a f nation laws also are the result of an organized daughter and a friend; she was our warrior, HONORING FATHER MICHAEL and informed workforce coming together to re- our matriarch, a woman of great integrity who O’MARA sist unfair demands by employers. remained true to the uplifting of our community Within the African American community, until her end; and HON. TODD ROKITA labor unions have provided a pathway to Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the OF INDIANA greater income equality and fairness in the Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES workplace. While African American union day to bestow a Congressional recognition on workers can earn up to $10,000 or 31 percent Monday, September 9, 2013 Mrs. Ruby Marie Sings Langford Johnson for more than non-union members, workers her leadership, friendship and service to all of Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to across all races enjoy better wages when they the citizens in Georgia and throughout the Na- recognize and salute a remarkable Hoosier, are a member of a union. More simply, orga- tion; a citizen of great worth and so noted dis- Father Michael O’Mara. Father O’Mara is a nized labor enables fair wages, safe working tinction; now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ true leader in his community and the Hoosier conditions, and equality in the workplace. JOHNSON, Jr., do hereby attest to the 113th state. I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude Mr. Speaker, as our economy continues its Congress that Mrs. Ruby Marie Sings and appreciation for his leadership and service recovery, it is important that we preserve a sense of decency and respect among our Langford Johnson of DeKalb County, Georgia to his country, his community, and the State of Indiana. workers. Fifty years ago, the March on Wash- is deemed worthy and deserving of this ‘‘Con- Father O’Mara grew up in Greensburg, Indi- ington was as much a civil rights movement gressional Honor’’ Mrs. Ruby Marie Sings ana and was ordained on June 18, 1988 in as it was a labor movement. Labor unions Langford Johnson U.S. Citizen of Distinction in the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul in Indian- have fought to protect working men and the 4th Congressional District. apolis. Father O’Mara has served dutifully to women across all races, and I encourage my Proclaimed, this 28th day of June, 2013. the church for many years and presided over colleagues to continue this legacy by standing

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JEFF DENHAM was founded as The Episcopal Day School in by Turlock Unified School District in 2006 as OF CALIFORNIA 1961 as an independent elementary school. a part-time ROP welding instructor and even- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Housed originally in the facilities of the Church tually worked his way into a full-time position as an Agriculture teacher. Alice Pollard, former Monday, September 9, 2013 of St. Michael and All Angels, the school moved into Grace Episcopal Church in 1967. Principal of Adult and Career Education at Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In 1976, The Episcopal Day School merged Turlock Unified School District has praised Mr. acknowledge and honor Monica Nino, former with The Donoho School and became the Russell’s devotion to his students, ‘‘Chad self- Stanislaus County Chief Executive Officer, and Lower Division. lessly gives up his weekends, his spring and to thank her for her leadership and dedication The Donoho School currently enrolls more winter breaks, as well as spending more hours to the citizens of Stanislaus County. than 400 students in Pre-K through 12th that you want to know during the summer After 25 years of devoted service to grade. It is an active member of the Alabama helping his students.’’ Cindy Young, Director Stanislaus County, she is now San Joaquin Association of Independent Schools, Alabama of Yosemite ROP in Stanislaus County, re- County’s new Chief Executive Officer. In her High School Athletic Association, College layed her awe at his commitment to his stu- short 18 months as CEO for Stanislaus Coun- Board, National Association for College Ad- dents, ‘‘When I visit his classroom, I see more ty, Nino proved herself a very competent ex- mission Counseling, National Association of than a classroom, I see a business. His stu- ecutive, providing the thorough information Independent Schools, National Association of dents are involved and engaged. They are needed for the five elected supervisors to Secondary School Principals, National Honor committed to excellence. They are respectful make good decisions, especially on budget Society and Southern Association of Inde- and he is respectful of them. Mr. Russell is matters. pendent Schools. The school will celebrate its building tomorrow’s workforce.’’ Ms. Nino was born and raised in Stanislaus 50th anniversary with an awards ceremony on It didn’t take long after starting his career at County. She earned her Associate’s degree September 16th. THS for Mr. Russell to make a reputation as from Modesto Junior College, her Bachelor’s Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating one of the foremost Ag Mechanics instructors degree in Accounting from California State The Donoho School’s achievements and in the State as his students began to win University, Fresno and her Master’s degree in thanking them for their dedication to providing award after award at the Stanislaus County Public Administration from California State Anniston’s children with a quality education. and California State fairs. In 2009, Dominic University, Stanislaus. f Agresti-Assali, one of Mr. Russell’s stand-out In 1988, Monica started as an accountant in welding students, custom-made two 54 foot al- the Stanislaus County’s Auditor-Controller’s CONGRATULATING CHAD RUSSELL mond trailers that went on to win 1st place in Office. She joined the executive office in 1991. the State Ag Mechanics over-$10,000 division, She helped oversee the budget during heavy HON. JEFF DENHAM earning Best in Division and Best in Show cuts to deal with reduced income resulting OF CALIFORNIA honors along with two other corporately-spon- from the housing crash of the past half-decade IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sored awards. and related economic woes. That same year, eight other THS students Monday, September 9, 2013 Ms. Nino was appointed Stanislaus County earned first place and Best of Show honors at Chief Executive Officer in January 2012. Prior Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the State Fair. Most recently, in 2013, Mr. to her appointment as CEO for Stanislaus acknowledge and congratulate Turlock High Russell earned his 5th Instructor Sweepstakes County, she had held the position of Assistant School Agriculture Department Chair Chad award at the State Fair based on his students’ Executive Officer with Stanislaus County since Russell, upon being awarded the ‘‘Instructor outstanding performance and THS junior Trey 2005. Nino is the first woman and first Latina Sweepstakes Award’’ by the California State Smith won a Golden Bear Award, the fair’s to hold the permanent post. Fair for a fifth year. This award is a tribute to highest honor. Mr. Russell’s students are high- As Chief Executive Officer with Stanislaus Mr. Russell’s professional accomplishments in ly sought after for welding jobs at local busi- County, under the direction of the Board of the field of education, as well as his dedicated nesses due to the reputation he has estab- Supervisors, Ms. Nino oversaw all aspects of commitment to his students and the art of lished in the community as a result of his stu- Stanislaus County government, which included welding. dents’ extensive accomplishments. 26 County departments, an operating budget Chad Allen Russell was born on May 23, Based in part on his students’ numerous ac- of $891 million, and over 3,700 employees. 1982, in Turlock, CA to Bev and Tom Russell. complishments and his own stellar record as a Ms. Nino also sat on the Stanislaus County He grew up in Turlock, CA, the second largest welding instructor, Mr. Russell was recently Animal Services Agency, Joint Powers Agen- city in Stanislaus County, which has a popu- awarded the Yosemite Regional Occupation cy, Stanislaus Regional 911, and Doctors lation of 68,549. It is home to California State Program (YROP) Teacher of the Year award Medical Center Governing Board. University, Stanislaus, and has earned the title from Stanislaus County Office of Education. Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring and ‘‘Heart of the Valley’’ for its extensive agricul- ROP is a program designed to prepare stu- commending Monica Nino, former Stanislaus tural production. dents for a career by providing a wide variety County Chief Executive Officer, for her numer- As a child, Mr. Russell attended Mt. View- of specialized career education programs for ous years of selfless service to the betterment Chatom Schools and from 1996–2000 Mr. high school students. The goal is for students of our community. Russell was a standout FFA student at to develop marketable skills, abilities, attitudes f Turlock High School, mentored by several re- and work habits so that they can secure jobs, nown agriculture instructors including Dale upgrade skills, and prepare for advanced ca- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 50TH AN- Pollard, Joe Digrazia, and Lori Marchy. While reers. NIVERSARY OF THE DONOHO at THS, Mr. Russell was an active participant For the past five years, Mr. Russell has SCHOOL in FFA and distinguished himself by winning served as the Department Chair of the THS several awards including the State FFA Star Agriculture Department and has overseen its HON. MIKE ROGERS Agribusinessman Award and, in his senior expansion to five teachers. He has been in- OF ALABAMA year, Outstanding Project at the CA State Fair. strumental in helping to secure University of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Russell’s facility with welding led him California approval for many of the agriculture after high school to a job in that industry, courses at THS, allowing students to partici- Monday, September 9, 2013 where he worked for three years. Although Mr. pate in a Career Technical Education program Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I Russell’s salary as a welder was nearly dou- while maintaining four-year college eligibility. ask for the House’s attention today to honor ble what a teacher earns, he felt called to this Mr. Russell’s long-term plans are to pursue a an extraordinary college preparatory school in new profession and moved back to Turlock to Master’s in Agriculture and continue to build my district. The Donoho School, founded in begin attending Modesto Junior College, the THS Agriculture Department into one of 1963, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this where he earned an A.A. degree in Agri- the premiere programs in the State. With his month. culture. After MJC, Mr. Russell transferred to outstanding commitment to THS students and

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President of the Detroit Regional Chamber service at Turlock High School, and congratu- Upon retirement from the police force, Mr. and Executive Director of the Detroit Regional lating him upon receiving the California State Hartman continued to offer his time and en- Economic Partnership, where he built a large Fair ‘‘Instructor Sweepstakes Award’’ not once ergy to the people of Indiana. He was elected regional organization. In addition, he led nu- but five times. as Sheriff of Newton County and began his merous highly successful marketing missions f first term in 2007, a position he still held at the involving complex interaction and negotiations time of his passing. He was a selfless, re- with international business and government IN RECOGNITION OF ARKY spectful, and gracious leader, always putting MARKHAM leaders. Adding to his list of accomplishments the people and department before himself and is the development and marketing of several working to provide the best service and safety business parks. HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN possible to Newton County residents. After working for over 30 years in economic OF MASSACHUSETTS On and off the job, Mr. Hartman was in- development in 25 countries and on four con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vested in Indiana. He was the Vice-President of the Newton County Fair Board and the tinents, and leading six separate economic de- Monday, September 9, 2013 President of the Newton County 4–H Council. velopment organizations, Bill Bassitt and his Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today In his youth, he was an active member of 4– wife Nancy, will relocate to their home in Ohio. to ask the House of Representatives to join H as well as Future Farmers of America. Married for 45 years, they have four children me in recognizing Arky Markham of North- Mr. Hartman was a true family man who is and 7 grandchildren, which they look forward ampton, Massachusetts. survived by Teri, his loving wife of 41 years, to spending more time with in the coming Ms. Markham has dedicated her entire life three children, his mother, and his brother. Mr. years. and professional career to a simple pursuit: Donald E. Hartman, Sr. was a man committed Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Alli- helping those in need, and giving a voice to to his family, his community, and his country. ance CEO Bill Bassitt on his retirement and in the voiceless. America is a better nation because of Mr. thanking him for his exemplary leadership and As a social worker, she has spent a career Hartman. He will be truly missed. Thank you service to the community. protecting and promoting the human rights of for all you have given to this country and the vulnerable populations, including war veterans, state of Indiana. Rest in peace, Mr. Hartman. f and those without healthcare. f As a political activist, she has stood up time HONORING BOBBY E. COLLINS and again for the causes that matter to her, ACKNOWLEDGING WILLIAM ‘‘BILL’’ demonstrating against nuclear weapons, and BASSITT leading her community for peace, and against HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON wars. HON. JEFF DENHAM OF TEXAS Ms. Markham has routinely volunteered and OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES founded groups on behalf of social justice IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES causes, including the American Friends Serv- Monday, September 9, 2013 Monday, September 9, 2013 ice Committee, where she was a co-organizer and chief fundraiser for the first Martin Luther Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. King celebration in Northampton; Social Work- acknowledge and honor William ‘‘Bill’’ Bassin, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Bobby ers for Peace and Justice; The Middle East President and CEO of the Stanislaus Eco- E. Collins, the newly appointed Postmaster for Peace Coalition; the Franklin/Hampshire nomic Development and Workforce Alliance the Dallas Post Office. In this new position, Health Care Coalition which later helped to on his retirement and to thank him for his Mr. Collins will oversee 1,435 employees form Mass-Care, a state-wide organization dedicated, life-long spirit of community service. across 31 stations, managing more than that continues to advocate for single-payer Bill Bassitt holds a Bachelor’s Degree from 540,000 deliveries throughout Dallas and its health care; the Northampton Bill of Rights Xavier University and a Master’s Degree from suburbs. Defense Committee and the Alliance for Bowling Green State University. He has also Mr. Collins spent decades refining his ca- Peace and Justice. completed course work in economic develop- reer with the U.S. Postal Service, which dates As Ms. Markham’s community, friends, and ment at the University of Oklahoma and was as far back as 1980 when he started as a let- colleagues gather this month to celebrate her a graduate of the U.S. Chamber’s Institute for ter carrier in Houston, Texas. Throughout his 98th birthday and her life’s work of ‘doing Organizational Management from the Univer- career, Mr. Collins advanced quickly within the good,’ I ask that the House of Representatives sity of Delaware, as well as the Center for Postal Service. He served in a number of su- join me in honoring a true champion of human Creative Management. He is a member of nu- pervisory roles in various parts of the country rights. merous professional organizations and has such as Texas, Arizona, and Missouri. Today, f been the keynote speaker at many local, after devoting 33 years of service to assist the state, regional, and national conferences. Postal Service with its mission to reliably de- TRIBUTE TO DONALD E. Since 2002, Mr. Bassitt has held the posi- HARTMAN, SR. liver mail to every corner of our Nation, Mr. tion of President and CEO of the Stanislaus Collins takes this new responsibility with much Economic Development and Workforce Alli- enthusiasm. HON. TODD ROKITA ance. As CEO, Bill Bassitt conducted three The United States Postal Service is an im- OF INDIANA private sector fundraising campaigns to pro- portant American institution that is fortunate to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vide private sector funding to support the op- erations of the Alliance. Under his direction, have such dedicated employees on board. Mr. Monday, September 9, 2013 the Stanislaus Economic Development and Collins has demonstrated his unwavering com- Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Workforce Alliance has been successful in mitment to the Postal Service and his fellow honor and remembrance of a remarkable indi- bringing public and private sector leaders to- neighbors through decades of service and this vidual, Donald E. Hartman, Sr., who passed gether to breed change, address systemic new position will enable Mr. Collins to achieve away on August 15, 2013. I wish to express issues and market Stanislaus County as a even more. my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his place to do business. Mr. Speaker, as we work together to ad- leadership and service to the state of Indiana. With 28 years experience in the Chamber of dress the various issues that the Postal Serv- Throughout his life Mr. Hartman served our Commerce and economic development man- ice currently faces, it is important that we rec- country and Indiana with honor. He joined the agement in four states, Bill Bassitt has had an ognize the individuals working diligently behind U.S. Army in 1965 as a member of the military exceptional impact on the community. His ca- the scenes to keep postal operations running police and served overseas in Heidelberg, reer includes several years in the international smoothly. I am proud to congratulate Mr. Col- Germany. He then gave 26 years to the Indi- business arena, working in over 24 countries, lins for achieving this milestone in his career, ana State Police. During his career he was covering four continents, developing reciprocal and I have every confidence that he will serve recognized numerous times for his dedication trade agreements and seeking to bring direct the Dallas area well as Postmaster.

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Jerry’s son, Rick, resides in OF MINNESOTA tion of Principal at John C. Kimball High Martinsville with his wife, Vickie, and they both IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School in Tracy, California, where she con- work in their county government. Jerry’s Monday, September 9, 2013 tinues today. daughter, Jill Kivett, resides in Rensselaer and Dr. Domenichelli has received numerous is a teacher at North Newton High School. Mr. KLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- awards, including the Association of California Jerry’s son, Monte, resides in Camby with his ognize Dianna Ruskowsky for her 25 years of School Administrators/State of California High wife, Lisa, and was Chief Deputy Prosecutor dedicated service to the House Committee on School Principal of the Year 2012, the 2001– for Morgan County. Life has continued to Education and the Workforce—and the Amer- 2002 Internet Institute Award from the National bless Jerry and Mary Kivett with seven grand- ican people. Semiconductor Corporation, and the 1994 Par- children and four great grandchildren. In a career spanning the terms of seven ent Teacher Association/Honorary Service Jerry worked at the IBM in Greencastle and Committee Chairmen, Dianna Ruskowsky has Award. worked nights in order to either coach or at- distinguished herself as an exemplary steward She is a proud member of the Association tend his children’s sporting events, rarely of Committee resources and a true expert of of California School Administrators, where she missing any of them. Mary spent over twenty her craft. She is routinely sought out for guid- is a Regional Representative to the Equity, years in the Morgan County Clerk’s Office. ance and assistance from her colleagues on Achievement and Diversity for Success Com- They have done some traveling to England both sides of the aisle—from fellow Commit- mittee. Dr. Domenichelli’s memberships also and stateside over the years and still enjoy va- tees to House Leadership offices. include the National Association of Secondary cationing. They are members of the Hall Civic Dianna’s contributions take place behind the School Principals and Phi Delta Kappa Inter- Association and are lifelong Republicans. As scenes, but her work does not go unnoticed. national, Contra Costa County Chapter 1072. parents and grandparents they have been ex- Her guidance and advice ensures everyone In addition, she has served her community cellent role models in family values. They from our interns to our Staff Director has the as a member of the following organizations: have shared years of watching sports on all knowledge they need to make wise decisions Parent Teacher Student Association/Principal; levels together and can quote you names, and adhere to the letter of the law. University of the Pacific, Beyond our Gates teams, statistics, and eve have long ago for- Dianna’s attention to detail and dedication to Advisory Board; Jack and Jill of America, In- gotten. the successful operation of the Committee are corporated/Lifetime Associate; and Parent without equal. The American people can rest f Teachers Association/Ways and Means Com- assured every penny of their tax dollars that mittee Chair 1994. HONORING JIM MCCASLAND flows through the Committee is accounted for Cheryl has been married to her husband of and invested in the most efficient manner. 29 years, Ronald Domenichelli and they have HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Perhaps even more admirable is Dianna’s two beautiful daughters Angelica Dominique OF TEXAS own investment in the lives of the many young Domenichelli and Vanessa Marie staffers she has taken under her wing over the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Domenichelli. years. Dianna routinely goes out of her way to Monday, September 9, 2013 Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- help new staff members feel welcome and at lating Dr. Cheryl Domenichelli upon receiving Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. home in our Committee family. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Jim Our Committee could—quite literally—not the 2012 Secondary Principal of the Year by the Association of California School Adminis- McCasland, recipient of the 2013 Heroes of run without Dianna’s service, and we continue Labor Award by Dallas American Federation to be grateful for all she does. trators. This is an outstanding honor and one for which the community should be quite of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organiza- f proud. tions (AFL–CIO). Mr. McCasland recently re- ACKNOWLEDGING DR. CHERYL f tired as the Executive Secretary of the Dallas DOMENICHELLI AFL–CIO, but his contributions to the Dallas HONORING JERRY AND ANN labor community will forever stand proud. Dur- HON. JEFF DENHAM KIVETT ing his career which spanned over four dec- ades, Mr. McCasland was widely recognized OF CALIFORNIA for his steadfast commitment to many Dallas IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. TODD ROKITA area and national organizations. Monday, September 9, 2013 OF INDIANA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. McCasland has been a member of Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Communications Workers of America since acknowledge and congratulate John C. Monday, September 9, 2013 1969, where he was both a job steward and Kimball High School Principal Dr. Cheryl Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a chief steward. He also served on the com- Domenichelli, upon being named the Associa- recognize and salute a remarkable Hoosier, munity services committee, public relations tion of California School Administrators’ 2012 Jerry Kivett. Jerry is a true leader in his com- committee, and the legislative committee. Mr. Secondary Principal of the Year. This award is munity and the Hoosier state. I wish to ex- McCasland joined the Central Labor Council a tribute to Dr. Domenichelli’s professional ac- press my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation (CLC) in 1981 and was elected to be the CLC complishments in the field of education, espe- for his leadership and service to his country, Vice President in 1983. He also proudly cially since the recognition is from her peers. his community, and the State of Indiana. served as the Picket Chairman on two occa- Dr. Cheryl Alexander Domenichelli was born Jerry grew up on the family farm owned by sions. In 1984, Mr. McCasland was elected on September 26 in San Francisco, California. his parents, Hugh C. and Martha Kivett, in the State AFL–CIO Vice President from Dis- She obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Hall, Indiana. Jerry attended Martinsville High trict 7. Design, from John F. Kennedy University in School and graduated in 1948. He participated Mr. McCasland was also active in the Dallas Orinda, California. She continued her edu- in sports and today is still a sports enthusiast. County Democratic Party serving on multiple cation by earning her Teaching Credential with Jerry worked the family farm with his brother, committees on different occasions. In 1992, and emphasis in Art and Introductory Science Jack, and father, Hugh, during much of his Mr. McCasland was on Bill Clinton’s Dallas and Secondary Education and Teaching at younger years and was a natural farmer as County steering committee and was previously California State University, East Bay and a many generations of Kivetts were farmers. on the steering committees for Michael Masters of Education, Educational Leadership It was during a youth event in the basement Dukakis and Mark White. He also served as a and Administration at Saint Mary’s College of of the Mt. Pleasant Christian Church in Hall delegate to numerous precinct conventions California. Finally, she completed her edu- that his eyes met those of Mary Ward of Mon- and State Democratic conventions. cation with a Doctorate in Education, Edu- rovia. It was love at first sight and today this Mr. McCasland served on the Board of Di- cational Leadership at the University of Cali- love has lasted 65 years. Jerry and Mary rectors for both the United Way and the Dallas fornia Berkeley. bought a farm of their own in Hall and have County Red Cross. In 1987 Mr. McCasland

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Committee on Homeland Security and This title requires all such committees SD–538 Governmental Affairs to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Business meeting to consider an original Digest—designated by the Rules Com- SEPTEMBER 12 resolution authorizing expenditures by 10 a.m. the committee during the 113th Con- mittee—of the time, place and purpose gress. Committee on Banking, Housing, and of the meetings, when scheduled and S–216 Urban Affairs any cancellations or changes in the Committee on Homeland Security and Business meeting to consider an original meetings as they occur. Governmental Affairs resolution authorizing expenditures by Business meeting to consider an original As an additional procedure along the committee during the 113th Con- with the computerization of this infor- resolution authorizing expenditures by gress; to be immediately followed by a the committee during the 113th Con- mation, the Office of the Senate Daily hearing to examine essential elements Digest will prepare this information for gress. of housing finance reform. S–216 printing in the Extensions of Remarks SD–538 section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Committee on Foreign Relations SEPTEMBER 18 To hold hearings to examine the nomina- on Monday and Wednesday of each 2 p.m. tion of Nisha Desai Biswal, of the Dis- week. Special Committee on Aging trict of Columbia, to be Assistant Sec- Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, Sep- To hold hearings to examine older Amer- retary of State for South Asian Affairs. tember 10, 2013 may be found in the icans, focusing on the changing face of SD–419 Daily Digest of today’s record. HIV/AIDS in America. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, SD–562 and Pensions MEETINGS SCHEDULED Subcommittee on Primary Health and SEPTEMBER 19 Aging SEPTEMBER 11 To hold hearings to examine dental crisis 9:30 a.m. Committee on Armed Services 9:30 a.m. in America, focusing on the need to ad- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Committee on Homeland Security and dress the cost. tions of Deborah Lee James, of Vir- Governmental Affairs SD–430 ginia, to be Secretary of the Air Force, To hold hearings to examine the Depart- Committee on the Judiciary Jessica Garfola Wright, of Pennsyl- ment of Homeland Security at 10 years, Business meeting to consider S. 987, to vania, to be Under Secretary for Per- focusing on examining challenges and maintain the free flow of information achievements and addressing emerging sonnel and Readiness, and Marcel J. to the public by providing conditions Lettre II, of Maryland, to be Principal threats. for the federally compelled disclosure SD–342 Deputy Under Secretary for Intel- of information by certain persons con- ligence, all of the Department of De- 10 a.m. nected with the news media, S. 357, to Committee on the Judiciary fense, Frank G. Klotz, of Virginia, to be encourage, enhance, and integrate Blue To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Alert plans throughout the United tions of Robert Leon Wilkins, to be Security, and Kevin A. Ohlson, of Vir- States in order to disseminate informa- United States Circuit Judge for the ginia, to be a Judge of the United tion when a law enforcement officer is District of Columbia Circuit, Timothy States Court of Appeals for the Armed seriously injured or killed in the line of L. Brooks, to be United States District Forces. Judge for the Western District of Ar- duty, an original resolution author- SD–G50 kansas, James Donato, and Beth izing expenditures by the Committee Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Labson Freeman, both to be United for the 113th Congress, and the nomina- sources States District Judge for the Northern tions of Cornelia T. L. Pillard, to be To hold hearings to examine wildlife District of California, and Pedro A. United States Circuit Judge for the management authority within the Delgado Hernandez, to be United District of Columbia Circuit, Landya State of Alaska under the Alaska Na- States District Judge for the District B. McCafferty, to be United States Dis- tional Interest Lands Act and the Alas- of Puerto Rico. trict Judge for the District of New ka Native Claims Settlement Act. SD–226 Hampshire, Brian Morris, and Susan P. SD–366 10:30 a.m. Watters, both to be a United States Committee on Appropriations District Judge for the District of Mon- CANCELLATIONS Subcommittee on Financial Services and tana, Jeffrey Alker Meyer, to be United General Government States District Judge for the District SEPTEMBER 11 To hold hearings to examine proposed of Connecticut, and Kenneth Allen Po- 2:30 p.m. budget estimates and justification for lite, Jr., to be United States Attorney Joint Economic Committee fiscal year 2014 for the Federal Commu- for the Eastern District of Louisiana, To hold hearings to examine the eco- nications Commission. Department of Justice. nomic outlook. SD–138 SD–226 SD–G50

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HIGHLIGHTS See Re´sume´ of Congressional Activity. Senate tween the two Leaders, or their designees, with Sen- Chamber Action ators permitted to speak therein for up to ten min- Routine Proceedings, pages S6273–S6299 utes each. Page S6299 Measures Introduced: Two bills and three resolu- Nominations Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- tions were introduced, as follows: S. 1487–1488, and lowing nominations: S. Res. 218–220. Pages S6295–96 By 73 yeas to 24 nays (Vote No. EX. 201), Val- Measures Reported: erie E. Caproni, of the District of Columbia, to be Reported on Wednesday, September 4, during the United States District Judge for the Southern Dis- adjournment: trict of New York. Pages S6284–87, S6300 S. 572, to amend title 38, United States Code, to Vernon S. Broderick, of New York, to be United clarify the conditions under which certain persons States District Judge for the Southern District of may be treated as adjudicated mentally incompetent New York. Pages S6287, S6300 for certain purposes. (S. Rept. No. 113–86) Messages from the House: Pages S6291–92 S. 893, to provide for an increase, effective De- Measures Referred: Page S6292 cember 1, 2013, in the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the Executive Communications: Pages S6292–95 rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for Additional Cosponsors: Page S6296 the survivors of certain disabled veterans. (S. Rept. Additional Statements: Page S6291 No. 113–87) Report to accompany S. 954, to reauthorize agri- Amendments Submitted: Page S6299 cultural programs through 2018. (S. Rept. No. Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Page S6299 113–88) Page S6295 Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. Measures Passed: (Total—201) Page S6287 Authorize Legal Counsel: Senate agreed to S. Res. Adjournment: Senate convened at 2 p.m. and ad- 220, to authorize representation by the Senate Legal journed at 6:59 p.m., until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sep- Counsel in the case of Wade v. Miller, et al. tember 10, 2013. (For Senate’s program, see the re- Page S6299 marks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s Measures Considered: Record on page S6300.) Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Committee Meetings Use of Chemical Weapons—Agreement: Senate began consideration of the motion to proceed to con- (Committees not listed did not meet) sideration of S.J. Res. 21, to authorize the limited and specified use of the United States Armed Forces SYRIA against Syria. Pages S6273–84 Committee on Armed Services: On Wednesday, Sep- A unanimous-consent-time agreement was reached tember 4, 2013, Committee received a closed brief- providing for further consideration of the motion to ing on the situation in Syria from Charles T. Hagel, proceed to consideration of the joint resolution at 11 Secretary, and General Martin E. Dempsey, USA, a.m., on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, and the time Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, both of the Depart- until 12 p.m., be equally divided and controlled be- ment of Defense. D836

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SYRIA ing to examine the authorization of use of force in Committee on Foreign Relations: On Tuesday, Sep- Syria, after receiving testimony from John F. Kerry, tember 3, 2013, Committee concluded a hearing to Secretary of State; James R. Clapper, Director of Na- examine the authorization of use of force in Syria, tional Intelligence; and James N. Miller, Under Sec- after receiving testimony from John F. Kerry, Sec- retary for Policy, and Vice Admiral Kurt W. Tidd, retary of State; and Chuck Hagel, Secretary, and Director for Operations, Joint Staff Pentagon, both General Martin E. Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint of the Department of Defense. Chiefs of Staff, Joint Staff Pentagon, both of the De- BUSINESS MEETING partment of Defense. Committee on Foreign Relations: On Wednesday, Sep- tember 4, 2013, Committee ordered favorably re- SYRIA ported S.J. Res. 21, to authorize the limited and Committee on Foreign Relations: On Wednesday, Sep- specified use of the United States Armed Forces tember 4, 2013, Committee concluded a closed hear- against Syria. h House of Representatives Federal Communications Commission Consoli- Chamber Action dated Reporting Act of 2013: H.R. 2844, amended, Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 9 public to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to con- bills, H.R. 3064–3072; and 5 resolutions, H.J. Res. solidate the reporting obligations of the Federal 58; H. Con. Res. 51; and H. Res. 335–337 were in- Communications Commission in order to improve troduced. Pages H5434–35 congressional oversight and reduce reporting bur- Additional Cosponsors: Pages H5435–36 dens, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 415 yeas with Report Filed: A report was filed today as follows: none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 449. H.R. 2844, to amend the Communications Act of Pages H5414, H5417–18 1934 to consolidate the reporting obligations of the Recess: The House recessed at 4:24 p.m. and recon- Federal Communications Commission in order to vened at 6:45 p.m. Page H5416 improve congressional oversight and reduce reporting Quorum Calls—Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes de- burdens, with an amendment (H. Rept. 113–189). veloped during the proceedings of today and appear Page H5434 on pages H5416–17 and H5417–18. There were no Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he quorum calls. appointed Representative Foxx to act as Speaker pro Adjournment: The House met at 2 p.m. and ad- tempore for today. Page H5409 journed at 9:38 p.m. Journal: The House agreed to the Speaker’s approval of the Journal by voice vote. Page H5409 Recess: The House recessed at 2:14 p.m. and recon- Committee Meeting vened at 4 p.m. Page H5411 On Wednesday, September 4, 2013, the following hearing was held: Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules and pass the following measures: Committee on Foreign Affairs: Full Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Syria: Weighing the Obama Ad- Global Investment in American Jobs Act of ministration’s Response’’. Testimony was heard from 2013: H.R. 2052, amended, to direct the Secretary John F. Kerry, Secretary, Department of State; of Commerce, in coordination with the heads of Chuck Hagel, Secretary, Department of Defense; and other relevant Federal departments and agencies, to conduct an interagency review of and report to Con- General Martin E. Dempsey, Chairman, Joint Chiefs gress on ways to increase the global competitiveness of Staff, Department of Defense. of the United States in attracting foreign direct in- vestment, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 379 yeas to 32 nays with 1 answering ‘‘present’’, Roll No. 448 Joint Meetings No joint committee meetings were held. and Pages H5411–14, H5416–17

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Signed on August 9, 2013. 28, 2015; to be immediately followed by a hearing to ex- (Public Law 113–24) amine S. 1448, to provide for equitable compensation to H.R. 1092, to designate the air route traffic con- the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation trol center located in Nashua, New Hampshire, as for the use of tribal land for the production of hydro- the ‘‘Patricia Clark Boston Air Route Traffic Control power by the Grand Coulee Dam, S. 1219, to authorize Center’’. Signed on August 9, 2013. (Public Law the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Water 113–25) Rights Settlement, and S. 1447, to make technical correc- H.R. 1171, to amend title 40, United States tions to certain Native American water rights settlements Code, to improve veterans service organizations ac- in the State of New Mexico, 2:30 p.m., SD–628. Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on Bankruptcy cess to Federal surplus personal property. Signed on and the Courts, to hold hearings to examine an original August 9, 2013. (Public Law 113–26) bill entitled, ‘‘Federal Judgeship Act of 2013’’, 10:30 H.R. 1344, to amend title 49, United States a.m., SD–226. Code, to direct the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine conflicts Security (Transportation Security Administration) to between state and Federal marijuana laws, 2:30 p.m., provide expedited air passenger screening to severely SH–216. injured or disabled members of the Armed Forces Committee on Rules and Administration: business meeting and severely injured or disabled veterans. Signed on to consider the nominations of Ann Miller Ravel, of Cali- August 9, 2013. (Public Law 113–27) fornia, and Lee E. Goodman, of Virginia, both to be a H.R. 1911, of 1965 to establish interest rates for Member of the Federal Election Commission, and an new loans made on or after July 1, 2013, to direct original resolution authorizing expenditures by the com- the Secretary of Education to convene the Advisory mittee during the 113th Congress, 10 a.m., SR–301. Committee on Improving Postsecondary Education Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: to hold a joint hearing with the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to exam- Data to conduct a study on improvements to post- ine a legislative presentation of the American Legion, secondary education transparency at the Federal level. 10:15 a.m., SD–G50. Signed on August 9, 2013. (Public Law 113–28) Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold closed hearings to H.R. 2167, to authorize the Secretary of Housing examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., SH–219. and Urban Development to establish additional re- quirements to improve the fiscal safety and sound- House ness of the home equity conversion mortgage insur- Committee on Armed Services, Full Committee, hearing on ance program. Signed on August 9, 2013. (Public Proposed Authorization to Use Military Force in Syria, 10 Law 113–29) a.m., 2118 Rayburn. H.R. 2576, to amend title 49, United States Committee on Education and the Workforce, Full Com- Code, to modify requirements relating to the avail- mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘Education Research: Exploring ability of pipeline safety regulatory documents. Opportunities to Strengthen the Institute of Education Signed on August 9, 2013. (Public Law 113–30) Sciences’’, 10 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. H.R. 2611, to designate the headquarters build- Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on En- ing of the Coast Guard on the campus located at vironment and the Economy, hearing entitled ‘‘Imple- 2701 Martin Luther King, Jr., Avenue Southeast in menting the Nuclear Waste Policy Act—Next Steps’’, 10 the District of Columbia as the ‘‘Douglas A. Munro a.m., 2123 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Health, hearing entitled ‘‘PPACA Coast Guard Headquarters Building’’. Signed on Au- Pulse Check: Part 2’’, 10:15 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. gust 9, 2013. (Public Law 113–31) Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Over- f sight and Investigations, hearing entitled ‘‘Reducing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Housing Programs: Inspector COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, General Perspectives’’, 10 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 Committee on Foreign Affairs, Subcommittee on Western (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Hemisphere, hearing entitled ‘‘Challenges to Democracy in the Western Hemisphere’’, 3 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. Senate Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: to Human Rights, and International Organizations, hearing hold hearings to examine the nominations of Wanda entitled ‘‘India’s Missing Girls’’, 3 p.m., 2200 Rayburn.

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Committee on Homeland Security, Full Committee, hearing mediately followed by a hearing to examine essential ele- entitled ‘‘Crisis in Syria: Implications for Homeland Secu- ments of housing finance reform, 10 a.m., SD–538. rity’’, 10 a.m., 311 Cannon. Committee on Foreign Relations: September 12, to hold Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Courts, In- hearings to examine the nomination of Nisha Desai tellectual Property and the Internet, hearing entitled Biswal, of the District of Columbia, to be Assistant Sec- ‘‘Satellite Television Laws in Title 17’’, 10 a.m., 2141 retary of State for South Asian Affairs, 10 a.m., SD–419. Rayburn. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Sep- Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Public tember 12, Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging, Lands and Environmental Regulation, hearing entitled to hold hearings to examine dental crisis in America, fo- ‘‘School Trust Lands Ownership Within Federal Conserva- cusing on the need to address the cost, 10 a.m., SD–430. tion Areas’’, 11 a.m., 1324 Longworth. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Full Com- September 11, to hold hearings to examine the Depart- mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘Preventing Violations of Federal ment of Homeland Security at 10 years, focusing on ex- Transparency Laws’’, 9 a.m., 2154 Rayburn. amining challenges and achievements and addressing Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Subcommittee emerging threats, 9:30 a.m., SD–342. on Research and Technology, hearing entitled ‘‘Exam- Committee on Indian Affairs: September 10, business ining Federal Advanced Manufacturing Programs’’, 10 meeting to consider an original resolution authorizing ex- a.m., 2318 Rayburn. penditures by the committee from October 1, 2013, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- through February 28, 2015; to be immediately followed committee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, by a hearing to examine S. 1448, to provide for equitable hearing entitled ‘‘Maritime Transportation Regulations: compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spo- Impacts on Safety, Security, Jobs and the Environment, kane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the produc- Part 1’’, 10:30 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. tion of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, S. 1219, to authorize the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indi- CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD ans Water Rights Settlement, and S. 1447, to make tech- Week of September 10 through September 13, nical corrections to certain Native American water rights 2013 settlements in the State of New Mexico, 2:30 p.m., SD–628. Committee on the Judiciary: September 10, Subcommittee Senate Chamber on Bankruptcy and the Courts, to hold hearings to exam- On Tuesday, at 11 a.m., Senate will continue con- ine an original bill entitled, ‘‘Federal Judgeship Act of sideration of the motion to proceed to consideration 2013’’, 10:30 a.m., SD–226. of S.J. Res. 21, Authorization for the Use of Military September 10, Full Committee, to hold hearings to ex- Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond amine conflicts between state and Federal marijuana laws, to Use of Chemical Weapons. 2:30 p.m., SH–216. During the balance of the week, Senate may con- September 11, Full Committee, to hold hearings to ex- amine the nominations of Robert Leon Wilkins, to be sider any cleared legislative and executive business. United States Circuit Judge for the District of Columbia Senate Committees Circuit, Timothy L. Brooks, to be United States District Judge for the Western District of Arkansas, James (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Donato, and Beth Labson Freeman, both to be United Committee on Appropriations: September 11, Sub- States District Judge for the Northern District of Cali- committee on Financial Services and General Govern- fornia, and Pedro A. Delgado Hernandez, to be United ment, to hold hearings to examine proposed budget esti- States District Judge for the District of Puerto Rico, 10 mates and justification for fiscal year 2014 for the Federal a.m., SD–226. Communications Commission, 10:30 a.m., SD–138. September 12, Full Committee, business meeting to Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Sep- consider S. 987, to maintain the free flow of information tember 10, to hold hearings to examine the nominations to the public by providing conditions for the federally of Wanda Felton, of New York, to be First Vice Presi- compelled disclosure of information by certain persons dent of the Export-Import Bank of the United States, and connected with the news media, S. 357, to encourage, en- Katherine M. O’Regan, of New York, to be Assistant hance, and integrate Blue Alert plans throughout the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, 10 a.m., United States in order to disseminate information when SD–538. a law enforcement officer is seriously injured or killed in September 11, Subcommittee on National Security and the line of duty, an original resolution authorizing ex- International Trade and Finance, to hold hearings to ex- penditures by the Committee for the 113th Congress, and amine assessing the investment climate and improving the nominations of Cornelia T. L. Pillard, to be United market access in financial services in India, 2 p.m., States Circuit Judge for the District of Columbia Circuit, SD–538. Landya B. McCafferty, to be United States District Judge September 12, Full Committee, business meeting to for the District of New Hampshire, Brian Morris, and consider an original resolution authorizing expenditures Susan P. Watters, both to be a United States District by the committee during the 113th Congress; to be im- Judge for the District of Montana, Jeffrey Alker Meyer,

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to be United States District Judge for the District of Committee on Homeland Security, September 11, Sub- Connecticut, and Kenneth Allen Polite, Jr., to be United committee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, States Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana, De- and Security Technologies, hearing entitled ‘‘The Threat partment of Justice, 10 a.m., SD–226. to Americans’ Personal Information: A Look into the Se- Committee on Rules and Administration: September 10, curity and Reliability of the Health Exchange Data business meeting to consider the nominations of Ann Hub’’, 2 p.m., 311 Cannon. Miller Ravel, of California, and Lee E. Goodman, of Vir- Committee on the Judiciary, September 11, Full Com- ginia, both to be a Member of the Federal Election Com- mittee, markup on H.R. 2655, the ‘‘Lawsuit Abuse Re- mission, and an original resolution authorizing expendi- duction Act of 2013’’; H.R. 2871, to amend title 28, tures by the committee during the 113th Congress, 10 United States Code, to modify the composition of the a.m., SR–301. southern judicial district of Mississippi to improve judi- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: September 10, to hold a joint hearing with the House Committee on Veterans’ Af- cial efficiency, and for other purposes; and H.R. 2922, to fairs to examine a legislative presentation of the American extend the authority of the Supreme Court Police to pro- Legion, 10:15 a.m., SD–G50. tect court officials away from the Supreme Court grounds, Select Committee on Intelligence: September 10, to hold 10 a.m., 2141 Rayburn. closed hearings to examine certain intelligence matters, Committee on Natural Resources, September 11, Full 2:30 p.m., SH–219. Committee, hearing on the Reauthorization of the Mag- September 12, Full Committee, to hold closed hearings nuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, to examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., 10 a.m., 1324 Longworth. SH–219. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, September 11, Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, U.S. Postal House Committees Service and the Census, hearing entitled ‘‘Ensuring an Committee on Armed Services, September 12, Sub- Accurate and Affordable 2020 Census’’, 9:30 a.m., 2154 committee on Seapower and Projection Forces, hearing on Rayburn. Undersea Warfare Capabilities and Challenges, 9 a.m., September 11, Subcommittee on Government Oper- 2118 Rayburn. ations, hearing entitled ‘‘Oversight of the SIGTARP Re- Committee on Education and the Workforce, September 11, port on Treasury’s Role in the Delphi Pension Bailout’’, Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce 1:30 p.m., 2154 Rayburn. Training, hearing entitled ‘‘Keeping College Within Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, September 11, Sub- Reach: Supporting Higher Education Opportunities for committee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, America’s Servicemembers and Veterans’’, 12 p.m., 2175 hearing entitled ‘‘Implementation Update: Fully Devel- Rayburn. oped Claims’’, 3 p.m., 334 Cannon. Committee on Energy and Commerce, September 11, Sub- September 12, Subcommittee on Economic Oppor- committee on Technology, hearing entitled ‘‘Innovation tunity, hearing entitled ‘‘A Review of the Performance of Versus Regulation in the Video Marketplace’’, 2 p.m. 2133 Rayburn. the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP) and Committee on Financial Services, September 11, Sub- the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP)’’, committee on Monetary Policy and Trade, hearing enti- 10 a.m., 334 Cannon. tled ‘‘The Fed Turns 100: Lessons Learned over a Century Committee on Ways and Means, September 11, Sub- of Central Banking’’, 2 p.m., 2128 Rayburn. committee on Human Resources, hearing on preventing September 12, Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘The the payment of unemployment benefits to incarcerated in- Semi-Annual Report of the Consumer Financial Protec- dividuals and other ways to improve the integrity of the tion Bureau’’, 9 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. Unemployment Insurance program, 1:15 p.m., 1100 Committee on Foreign Affairs, September 12, Sub- Longworth. committee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Sep- Rights, and International Organizations, hearing entitled tember 12, Full Committee, hearing entitled ‘‘Ongoing ‘‘The Troubling Path Ahead for U.S.-Zimbabwe Rela- Intelligence Activities’’, 9 a.m., HVC–304. This is a tions’’, 12 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. closed hearing.

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Re´sume´ of Congressional Activity

FIRST SESSION OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRTEENTH CONGRESS The first table gives a comprehensive re´sume´ of all legislative business transacted by the Senate and House. The second table accounts for all nominations submitted to the Senate by the President for Senate confirmation.

DATA ON LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY DISPOSITION OF EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS January 3 through August 31, 2013 January 3 through August 31, 2013

Senate House Total Civilian nominations, totaling 350, disposed of as follows: Days in session ...... 97 102 . . Confirmed ...... 156 ′ ′ Time in session ...... 679 hrs., 36 503 hrs., 7 .. Unconfirmed ...... 188 Congressional Record: Withdrawn ...... 6 Pages of proceedings ...... S6,267 H5,405 . . Extensions of remarks ...... E1,247 . . Public bills enacted into law ...... 4 27 31 Other Civilian nominations, totaling 1,000, disposed of as follows: Private bills enacted into law ...... Confirmed ...... 16 Bills in conference ...... 1 1 . . Unconfirmed ...... 984 Measures passed, total ...... 229 218 447 Senate bills ...... 37 4 . . House bills ...... 28 126 . . Air Force nominations, totaling 5,222, disposed of as follows: Senate joint resolutions ...... Confirmed ...... 1,029 House joint resolutions ...... Unconfirmed ...... 4,193 Senate concurrent resolutions ...... 12 10 . . House concurrent resolutions ...... 10 12 . . Army nominations, totaling 5,329, disposed of as follows: Simple resolutions ...... 142 66 . . Measures reported, total ...... *124 *183 307 Confirmed ...... 5,315 Senate bills ...... 85 . . . . Unconfirmed ...... 14 House bills ...... 7 141 . . Senate joint resolutions ...... 1 . . . . Navy nominations, totaling 3,171, disposed of as follows: House joint resolutions ...... Senate concurrent resolutions ...... 1 . . . . Confirmed ...... 1,995 House concurrent resolutions ...... 4 . . Unconfirmed ...... 1,175 Simple resolutions ...... 30 38 . . Withdrawn ...... 1 Special reports ...... 12 5 . . Conference reports ...... Marine Corps nominations, totaling 762, disposed of as follows: Measures pending on calendar ...... 109 46 . . Confirmed ...... 761 Measures introduced, total ...... 1,746 3,504 5,250 Unconfirmed ...... 1 Bills ...... 1,486 3,063 .. Joint resolutions ...... 20 57 . . Concurrent resolutions ...... 23 50 . . Summary Simple resolutions ...... 217 334 . . Quorum calls ...... 2 1 . . Total nominations carried over from the First Session ...... 0 Yea-and-nay votes ...... 200 181 . . Total nominations received this Session ...... 15,834 Recorded votes ...... 265 . . Total confirmed ...... 9,272 Bills vetoed ...... Total unconfirmed ...... 6,555 Vetoes overridden ...... Total withdrawn ...... 7 Total returned to the White House ...... 0

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

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Tuesday: After the transaction of any Program for Tuesday: Consideration of the following morning business (not to extend beyond 11 a.m.), Senate measures under suspension of the rules: 1) H.R. 1155— will continue consideration of the motion to proceed to National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers consideration of S.J. Res. 21, Authorization for the Use Reform Act of 2013, as amended; 2) H.R. 2747— of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Re- Streamlining Claims Processing for Federal Contractor spond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Employees Act; 3) H.R. 1891—Science Laureates of the (Senate will recess from 12 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. for their United States Act of 2013; 4) S. 130—Powell Shooting respective party conferences.) Range Land Conveyance Act; 5) S. 157—Denali National Park Improvement Act; 6) S. 304—Natchez Trace Park- way Land Conveyance Act of 2013; 7) S. 256—A bill to amend Public Law 93–435 with respect to the Northern Mariana Islands, providing parity with Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa; and 8) S. 459—Minuteman Missile National Historic Site Boundary Modification Act.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue.

HOUSE Foster, Bill, Ill., E1251, E1255, E1258, E1264 Matsui, Doris O., Calif., E1263 Gosar, Paul A., Ariz., E1265 Messer, Luke, Ind., E1258, E1261, E1262 Bishop, Sanford D., Jr., Ga., E1252, E1264 Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E1259, E1264 Miller, Jeff, Fla., E1253, E1255, E1256 Brooks, Mo, Ala., E1254 Jeffries, Hakeem S., N.Y., E1254, E1257, E1260, E1263 Pallone, Frank, Jr., N.J., E1258 Buchanan, Vern, Fla.,E1257 Johnson, Eddie Bernice, Tex., E1265, E1267, E1268 Pelosi, Nancy, Calif., E1269 Burgess, Michael C., Tex., E1252, E1260 Johnson, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’, Jr., Ga., E1251, E1254, Polis, Jared, Colo., E1256 Calvert, Ken, Calif., E1258 E1255, E1257, E1259, E1260, E1262, E1262, E1264, E1265 Rogers, Mike, Ala., E1266 Capps, Lois, Calif., E1256 Keating, William R., Mass., E1259, E1260 Cartwright, Matt, Pa., E1256 Kingston, Jack, Ga., E1253 Rokita, Todd, Ind., E1265, E1267, E1268 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E1262 Kline, John, Minn., E1268 Schiff, Adam B., Calif., E1251, E1252 Costa, Jim, Calif., E1251, E1255, E1261, E1262, E1263 Lee, Barbara, Calif., E1259 Schneider, Bradley S., Ill., E1253 Denham, Jeff, Calif., E1266, E1266, E1267, E1268 LoBiondo, Frank A., N.J., E1253 Smith, Adam, Wash., E1254 Farr, Sam, Calif., E1256 McCollum, Betty, Minn., E1261 Visclosky, Peter J., Ind., E1252 Fitzpatrick, Michael G., Pa., E1257, E1259 McGovern, James P., Mass., E1267 Webster, Daniel, Fla., E1261

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