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Vol. 165 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2019 No. 168 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was cot that insults and demeans Native Native Americans and to do one thing: called to order by the Speaker pro tem- Americans to help generate profits for Change the mascot. pore (Mr. RUSH). the NFL owners. f f In the 21st century, we should rightly condemn the use of racial slurs that HONORING THE LIFE OF THOMAS DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO disparage African Americans, Latinos, H. TRACY, JR. TEMPORE Asians, or anyone. And there is no The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- doubt about it. The term ‘‘redskin,’’ in Chair recognizes the gentleman from fore the House the following commu- fact, was used in conjunction with Illinois (Mr. RODNEY DAVIS) for 5 min- nication from the Speaker: scalp hunting in the 19th century. utes. WASHINGTON, DC, In 1863, in Winona, Minnesota, my Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. October 23, 2019. home State, a newspaper, the Winona Speaker, I rise today to honor my I hereby appoint the Honorable BOBBY L. Daily Republican, printed an an- friend, Tom Tracy, Jr., an active and RUSH to act as Speaker pro tempore on this nouncement: ‘‘The State reward for beloved community member who day. dead Indians has been increased to $200 passed away unexpectedly last month NANCY PELOSI, Speaker of the House of Representatives. for every redskin sent to purgatory. at the age of 47. This sum is more than the dead bodies Tom grew up in Ivesdale, Illinois. f of all the Indians east of the Red River After graduating from Bement High MORNING-HOUR DEBATE are worth.’’ School, he went on to attend Southern The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- A news story published in the Atch- Illinois University at Carbondale and ant to the order of the House of Janu- ison Daily Champion in Atchison, Kan- earned his MBA from Eastern Illinois ary 3, 2019, the Chair will now recog- sas, on October 9, 1985, told the stories University. nize Members from lists submitted by of settlers’ ‘‘hunt for redskins, with a He spent over two decades working in the majority and minority leaders for view of obtaining their scalps.’’ the banking industry before accepting morning-hour debate. No doubt about it, this is a negative the role of president and CEO of Farm The Chair will alternate recognition word. This is a slur. So it is remark- Credit Illinois in 2015. In this position, between the parties. All time shall be able that the NFL commissioners and he led an organization of 220 full-time equally allocated between the parties, owners continue to sanction the racist employees and a multibillion-dollar and in no event shall debate continue and shameful use of the term ‘‘red- loan portfolio for its farm owners. beyond 11:50 a.m. Each Member, other skin’’ to describe Native Americans Those who worked closely with him than the majority and minority leaders and then profit from it. described Tom as an extraordinary ex- and the minority whip, shall be limited There are millions of Native Ameri- ecutive with a kind and charitable to 5 minutes. cans in this country whose ancestors heart. f endured forced removal from their Outside of work, Tom showed he grew lands, suppression of their culture, and up in Bement and learned how to actu- NFL SHOULD END RACIST EXPLOI- state-sponsored campaigns of ethnic ally get involved in his community to TATION OF NATIVE AMERICANS cleansing. make it better. Tom gave generously The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The NFL racist mascot mocks this to Parkland College. He gave gener- Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from painful history. ously to local charities, and he served Minnesota (Ms. MCCOLLUM) for 5 min- Tomorrow night, the Washington on the board for Kirby Medical Center’s utes. team and its racist mascot will be in Kirby Foundation in Monticello. Tom Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, the Minnesota, the home of 11 proud sov- lived his entire life in humble service National Football League is cele- ereign Tribal nations. I will be joining to his friends, to his neighbors, and to brating its 100th anniversary, and its Tribal leaders, elected officials, and his family. popularity and economic success is in- other Minnesotans gathering outside He was a kind young man. Tom’s life disputable. Millions of fans watched the stadium. We will be speaking out was full of promise. He is truly going the NFL last year, and the league’s 32 against racism and exploitation. We to be missed. teams split more than $16 billion in will stand proudly with our Native Shannon and I are deeply saddened revenue. American brothers and sisters. With by his passing, and our prayers are One team, the Washington franchise, one voice, we will be calling on the with all those who knew Tom, all those exploits a racist slur and a racist mas- NFL to end its racist exploitation of who worked with Tom, but especially

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:40 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.000 H23OCPT1 H8392 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 his wife, Erin, and his children, Alex That is why passing the SHIELD Act In recent days, we have seen this ad- and Maggie. is so critical to maintaining the foun- ministration cynically abandon our Rest in peace, my friend. dation of our democracy, our system of Kurdish allies in northeast Syria and f free and fair elections. open the door to a Turkish invasion. We know Russia and possibly other These decisions were made without HONORING THE HONORABLE LOU foreign powers will likely use similar consulting our allies, our distinguished FREY, JR. tactics in 2020. And why wouldn’t they? diplomats, and regional experts like The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Russia has suffered almost no con- Ambassador Jeffrey. Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from sequences for their actions in 2016. Much damage has been done. Yester- Florida (Mrs. MURPHY) for 5 minutes. While Russia assisted a Republican day, President Putin and President Mrs. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speak- on that occasion, it could aid a Demo- Erdogan signed an agreement, I be- er, I rise today to honor former Con- crat in the future. That is because Mos- lieve, that harms American interests in gressman Lou Frey, who represented cow’s loyalty is to itself, not to any that part of the world. the Orlando area in this Chamber for a U.S. political party. My colleagues on Hundreds of people have been killed. decade, from 1969 to 1979. the other side of the aisle should never Tens of thousands have been displaced. He passed away recently but leaves forget that fact. Dangerous ISIS prisoners, who have behind an enduring legacy. Congress- To defend our democracy, we need to been killing and wounding Americans, man Frey was many things, but above act now to protect our elections. We are now on the loose, threatening in- all, he was a loving husband, a wonder- need to pass the SHIELD Act. creased international terrorist actions ful father and grandfather, and an ex- I commend Chairwoman LOFGREN for in Europe and the United States. This traordinary public servant who cared her leadership in drafting this critical is a real threat. deeply about central Florida and about piece of legislation, and I urge all of Turkey’s actions have shown it to be this country. my colleagues to support it. a dangerous actor on the international He was a man with strongly held f stage, but it is not the first time. We views, but also one willing to make must immediately impose sanctions to WORDS OF PRESIDENT ZELENSKY principled compromises in the interest show our commitment to a stable HAVE BEEN IGNORED of bipartisan progress. His accomplish- international order and the rule of law, ments before, during, and after his ten- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The and Turkey must understand that. ure in Congress are too long to list, but Chair recognizes the gentleman from Clearly, the international reputation their impact can be summarized like Pennsylvania (Mr. MEUSER) for 5 min- of the United States has, I think, been this: Because of him, Orlando is a bet- utes. deeply damaged. ter city; Florida is a better State; and Mr. MEUSER. Mr. Speaker, an over- As chairman of the Transatlantic America is a better Nation. looked factor of these relentless inves- Legislators’ Dialogue, I know. Our Eu- As the chair of Future Forum, a tigations and this impeachment in- ropean partners ask me all the time: group dedicated to empowering young quiry is the way in which the words of Are we together? Do we share the same people, I regard Lou Frey as a role Ukrainian President Zelensky have values of the rule of law, of democratic model. One of his most passionate been largely ignored. freedoms? causes was helping younger Americans Zelensky said, without condition, The United States should never, ever learn about this country, about how that he felt no pressure from President end up standing alone. The past few our government works, and about how Trump related to corruption investiga- days also reminds us of another injus- choosing a career in public service can tions in Ukraine. President Zelensky’s tice that must be rectified. bring you a sense of inner joy and en- words have been largely ignored be- In 1915, the Ottoman Empire em- able you to improve the lives of others. cause they do not fit the narrative barked upon systematic deportation of Lou, working with former Senator pushed by the Democratic leadership of 1.5 million Armenians. These innocent Bob Graham, was instrumental in get- this House. men, women, and children became the ting Florida to pass legislation requir- Just think, had President Zelensky first genocide in the 20th century. Yet, ing all students in the State to com- wanted to severely damage our Presi- as I stand here this morning, the brutal plete civics education. When I saw how dent, he could have lied and stated he atrocity has still not received the offi- young Floridians responded in the did feel pressure. Doesn’t that scenario cial recognition by our government wake of the Pulse and Parkland shoot- give you chills? Had a foreign leader that it deserves. ings, turning those tragedies into a res- simply altered and fabricated one pub- 1015 olute call for government action, I licly stated phrase, the entire Demo- b thought of and silently thanked Lou cratic Caucus of this House would be Turkey outrageously continues to ig- Frey. calling for our President’s head, re- nore the voices of the survivors and the Rest in peace, Congressman. peating it over and over. descendants around the world. Many of PROTECT AMERICA FROM FOREIGN That is the reality of this sickening these survivors settled in my district INTERFERENCE IN ELECTIONS and dangerous presumption of guilt in the San Joaquin Valley where they Mrs. MURPHY of Florida. I rise in that some Members of this body are have lived and where they have raised strong support of the SHIELD Act. I choosing to push. their children in the blessings of lib- helped introduce this legislation, and Our President deserves nothing less erty, and they made it in the American the House will consider it on the floor than the due process and presumption way. later today. of innocence afforded to all Americans But this is not justice. The road to This bill will protect our country by our Constitution. Anything less is justice begins with full recognition of from foreign interference in our elec- an affront to the Republic our Found- the Armenian people’s suffering. Both tions. Russia’s assault on our democ- ers created and to all the electorate, Turkey and the United States, imme- racy in 2016 exposed gaps in our Na- Democratic and Republican. diately, should recognize that the Ar- tion’s defenses. f menian genocide occurred, as the Euro- It used to be that the primary threat pean Union has done. from adversary nations was their po- RECOGNIZING ARMENIAN GENO- I am proud to support H. Res. 296 tential use of traditional weapons of CIDE AND TURKISH INVASION which, over the objections of Ankara, war. But our society is rapidly chang- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The would establish permanent U.S. rec- ing and so is the nature of conflict. Chair recognizes the gentleman from ognition and ongoing American re- Today, our enemies are far more like- California (Mr. COSTA) for 5 minutes. membrance of the Armenian genocide. ly to use computer malware than Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today That is the right thing to do. cruise missiles to do us harm, and they as a concerned American, concerned I call upon my colleagues who have don’t think twice about exploiting because our country stands at a cross- yet to publicly endorse this bipartisan loopholes in our laws in order to influ- roads in foreign policy and history, I resolution to join me, with over 110 co- ence our elections. might add. sponsors, in calling for a long-overdue

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:40 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.002 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8393 passage by the United States House of is crucial in ensuring older Americans was written more than 25 years ago, Representatives. and those with limited mobility are and the world has changed dramati- Mr. Speaker, the horrors of the Ar- able to access quality medical care by cally since its enactment. President menian genocide can never ever be un- eliminating roadblocks like finding Trump has made the modernization of done. Words alone cannot comfort transportation to a doctor’s appoint- trade between our three countries a top those who suffered nor dry the tears of ment. By increasing convenience and priority and has allowed us the chance another mother or grandmother who flexibility for patients, it encourages to make some much-needed updates. has lost her children or grandchildren. individuals to take a more proactive USMCA upgrades and modernizes By acknowledging the suffering of the approach in managing their health. NAFTA. It will boost our economy, and victims through the official recogni- Telemedicine can also have a positive it is a win for farmers, producers, and, tion of the Armenian genocide, we can impact on the health and well-being of definitely, consumers. at least ensure that future generations our veterans. Their sacrifice and will- We have an opportunity to take ac- will never ever forget this atrocity to ingness to dedicate their lives to serve tion on trade, but the work must come mankind. our country is a debt that we can never first. It is our constitutional duty to ELECTION INTERFERENCE truly repay. The least we can do, how- start this process in the House. Delay- Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ever, is to ensure that they have access ing the enactment of USMCA hurts to talk about the growing serious to quality healthcare. This includes American jobs, border security, and ag- threat to our democracy and the inter- mental health. riculture, as well as innovation. We ference in elections of foreign adver- Many of our men and women in uni- cannot afford to let this opportunity saries. Yes, these things are all related. form are suffering privately with post- pass. With the 2020 elections fast approach- traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, Mr. Speaker, let’s begin the work in ing, now is the time to take action by brain injuries, and more. The Depart- the Ways and Means Committee, and supporting the SHIELD Act. The ment of Veterans Affairs estimates let’s get this done. It is time to pass SHIELD Act puts four commonsense that roughly 20 veterans commit sui- USMCA. bipartisan reforms to improve our de- cide a day. We must do our part to pre- f fenses against anyone meddling in our vent tragedies like this from hap- REMEMBERING ASSISTANT CHIEF elections. No one should do that, and pening. CHRISTIAN JOHNSON every American should take issue. It That is why I introduced H.R. 2123, closes loopholes, strengthens reporting the Veterans E-Health and Telemedi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The requirements, restricts exchange of in- cine Support Act—or the VETS Act, as Chair recognizes the gentleman from formation between campaigns, and lim- we call it—in 2017, alongside Congress- Washington (Mr. NEWHOUSE) for 5 min- its any involvement with foreign woman JULIA BROWNLEY. This bipar- utes. agents. tisan legislation reduces barriers for Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, today As public officials, we raise our hand veterans seeking healthcare by remov- I rise to honor the life and service of to protect and defend the Constitution ing burdensome location requirements, Assistant Fire Chief Christian Johnson of the United States. We must rise to increasing access to care regardless of of Okanogan County Fire District 3. this occasion to do just that. That is where the healthcare professional or Chief Johnson recently passed away what we should do as Members of the the patient is located. due to injuries he sustained while House of Representatives. Our con- Prior to the VETS Act’s enactment, fighting the Spring Coulee fire in north stituents expect it from us to ensure VA doctors could only provide tele- central Washington last September. that every vote is counted and that no health services across State lines if Mr. Speaker, Chief Johnson is an one—no foreign source—can meddle in both the veteran and the doctor were American hero. He served our country American elections, ever, as took place located in Federal facilities. Undoing honorably, retiring from the Army in 2016. this restriction was successful under after 22 years before joining the fire de- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to the VETS Act’s adoption, and it is just partment nearly 20 years ago to serve join with Congresswoman ZOE LOFGREN one way that we can improve access to his local community. His wife, Pam, and others who have worked very hard telehealth for millions of veterans na- described him as selfless, kind, and al- on this important legislation to pass tionwide. ways ready to help someone in need. He the SHIELD Act this week. It is the Prior to the VETS Act, we were able was well-known and well-loved in right thing to do. to do that successfully a number of Okanogan County, which is clear from the community’s outpouring of support f years ago with the STEP Act, the Serv- icemembers’ Telemedicine and E- in recent weeks. TELEMEDICINE Health Portability Act, and it did the I encourage all in north central The SPEAKER pro tempore. The same thing for 1.1 million American he- Washington to pay their respects at Chair recognizes the gentleman from roes who are members of our Active- Chief Johnson’s memorial this Thurs- Pennsylvania (Mr. THOMPSON) for 5 Duty military, Reserve, and Guard. day, October 24, at 1 p.m. at the minutes. The act lifted those same bureaucratic Okanogan County Fairgrounds. Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. barriers to expand better access My deepest condolences go out to Mr. Speaker, I rise today to discuss the through telemedicine. Pam and the Johnson family. The peo- importance of telemedicine. Through innovation and bipartisan ple of central Washington are eternally Recently, I had the pleasure of par- support, we can continue to strengthen grateful for his selfless service to pro- ticipating in a roundtable discussion at telemedicine care for all Americans. tect our communities. Saint Francis University in Cambria Chief Johnson, may you rest in f County, Pennsylvania. Representatives peace. from the university, Better Care Amer- PASSING USMCA A RENEWED VISION FOR JOB CORPS CIVILIAN ica, University of Pittsburgh Medical The SPEAKER pro tempore. The CONSERVATION CENTERS Center, and Highmark, among others, Chair recognizes the gentleman from Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise gathered to share their expertise on Nebraska (Mr. SMITH) for 5 minutes. today to applaud and thank the U.S. telemedicine and its impact on rural Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speak- Department of Agriculture and the health. er, I rise today to urge my colleagues U.S. Forest Service for their recent an- Telemedicine is an incredibly impor- to reconsider the unilateral push for- nouncement renewing their commit- tant tool for millions of Americans, ward with impeachment. We have im- ment and vision to the Job Corps Civil- but particularly for those who live in portant and timely bipartisan issues to ian Conservation Center program. rural communities. With telemedicine, work on, such as passing USMCA. Operated by the USDA and the For- we can increase access to care for those Canada and Mexico represent 34 per- est Service, Job Corps Civilian Con- who live far away from a doctor’s office cent of all U.S. exports—by far, our servation Centers, or CCCs, serve rural or hospital. most important trading partners. communities across the country by Of course, this benefit extends be- The North American Free Trade training the next generation of Amer- yond rural communities. Telemedicine Agreement that we know as NAFTA ica’s workforce to carry out a unique

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:40 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.005 H23OCPT1 H8394 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 and particularly important mission: RECOGNIZING POLICE OFFICERS Towards the Cure Walk in my home- conserving our Federal lands, miti- FROM MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYL- town of Levittown. This walk benefits gating fire threats, and suppressing ac- VANIA, FOR THEIR SERVICE pediatric cancer research funding and tive wildfires. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The supports quality of life projects for My central Washington district is Chair recognizes the gentleman from children and teens who are fighting home to two of these centers: Columbia Pennsylvania (Mr. FITZPATRICK) for 5 cancer. Basin in Moses Lake and Fort Simcoe minutes. Mr. Speaker, as long as organizations in White Swan. At these centers, stu- Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I like this exist, we can continue the dents learn hands-on skills that they rise today to recognize four police offi- fight to end childhood cancer forever. utilize to expand public access to Fed- cers from Middletown Township, Bucks f eral lands, improve campsites in na- County, Pennsylvania. Officers Ryan IN HONOR OF FRANK TROUTMAN, tional forests throughout Washington Morrison, Christopher Viscardi, Glenn JR. State, and serve as impactful stewards McPherson, and Robert Compton were of our environment. recognized for their service during The SPEAKER pro tempore. The I have strongly supported and de- three separate cases this year. Chair recognizes the gentleman from fended Job Corps Civilian Conservation On April 5, Officers McPherson and Georgia (Mr. CARTER) for 5 minutes. Centers because I have witnessed first- Viscardi were in Doylestown, Pennsyl- Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speak- hand how these programs act as cata- vania, to attend a court hearing. As er, I rise today to honor Mr. Frank lysts for the young people I represent, they sat in their vehicle, they noticed Troutman, Jr., who passed away on Au- giving them a chance to give back to a man threatening to jump from the gust 10 at the age of 84. A great citizen of the State of Geor- their community while learning life- top of the Bucks County Justice Center gia, Mr. Troutman was passionate with changing skills. parking garage. Both officers quickly every endeavor he undertook. jumped into action, and Officer I was sincerely grateful to Secretary In academics, he graduated from the McPherson calmed the man down while Perdue for committing to work with University of Georgia, earning Phi Officer Viscardi contacted local law en- me and my colleagues in Congress to Beta Kappa membership, attended the forcement for assistance. help improve CCC programs across the university’s law school, and remained a On June 16, Officer Compton was able country instead of transferring oper- lifelong voracious reader and lover of to track down and detain the suspect ations to the Department of Labor ear- history. He was one of the biggest following two gas station robberies by lier this year. Now, with this recent Georgia Bulldog fans in the State, announcement, Secretary Perdue has the same suspect. On July 2, Officer Morrison noticed a making the trip to Pasadena in 1943 to followed through on his word. see the Dawgs play UCLA in the Rose Under the Secretary’s direction, For- car tailgating him and flashing high beams, which initiated a traffic stop. Bowl. est Service Chief Vicki Christiansen Mr. Troutman served for 15 years as During that stop, Officer Morrison announced a recommitment to Job president of his family’s Castleberry’s found the driver was intoxicated and Corps CCC students by realigning the food business, introducing modern the passenger had several warrants and mission of these centers with the For- techniques to the company, and mak- was in possession of a firearm and nar- est Service’s own motto, which is ‘‘Car- ing it into the business that it is today. ing for the Land and Serving People.’’ cotics. Mr. Speaker, because of the actions And he was the first Republican elected The U.S. Forest Service is uniquely to the Richmond County Commission, qualified to administer Civilian Con- of these brave officers and their col- leagues, Pennsylvania’s First District being largely responsible for intro- servation Centers, which play a critical ducing the Republican Party in the role throughout the United States and is a safer place. We thank these heroes for their service. State of Georgia. go above and beyond traditional Job It would be hard to find anyone in Corps programs. Under this new vision, b 1030 Georgia more passionate about our these specialized Job Corps programs IN RECOGNITION OF MASON CHANDLER ALLEN State than Mr. Troutman, and I am will better prepare both urban and Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I thankful to have called him a fellow rural youth to become the next genera- rise today to honor the life of Mason Georgian. His family and friends will tion of responsible land managers. Chandler Allen. A fellow native of be in our thoughts and prayers during The Forest Service has committed to Levittown, Pennsylvania, Mason was this difficult time. revamp the CCC’s curriculum to meet an intelligent and thoughtful 11-year- IN REMEMBRANCE OF JUDGE TOM EDENFIELD the needs of Forest Service regions old boy when he was diagnosed with Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speak- across the United States. Focusing on osteosarcoma, the most common form er, I rise today to remember the life of regional performance targets will allow of bone cancer, in late 2015. Judge Tom Edenfield, who passed away the agency to increase student learning Through months of exhaustive chem- on Tuesday, October 15, at the age of opportunities while making much- otherapy, physical therapy, and several 80. needed improvements to forest condi- surgeries, Mason was never without a Born and raised in Savannah, Geor- tions. By strengthening the alumni smile or his amazing sense of humor. gia, Judge Edenfield made our commu- network and supporting a pipeline be- He even got to hang out with his foot- nity a better place to live during his tween CCCs and the Forest Service, ball idol, Philadelphia Eagles’ star numerous posts in the judicial system. these centers can focus on jobs in for- Darren Sproles, at an Eagles practice, Only a few examples of his positions estry, firefighting, and conservation, and later, on the sideline of an Eagles include his work as a special assistant which are all critical careers through- game. to the district attorney, creating his out the rural West. A year after homeschooling, Mason own law firm, and presiding as a mu- In the words of Chief Christiansen: came back to school with the aid of nicipal court judge. Constantly using ‘‘Our Job Corps faculty and students crutches, and was excited to join clubs, his position to help others as a munic- embody the Forest Service values of launch the school’s newspaper, and was ipal court judge, he would often sus- service, interdependence, conservation, soon able to leave the crutches behind. pend sentences in return for individ- diversity, and safety.’’ Following a holiday season surrounded uals attending a house of worship. He As I have seen firsthand, these stu- by his family, the cancer returned in additionally assisted with the county’s dents and our public lands deserve this January of 2017. And on March 11, drug court in order to help people re- investment. Mason lost his battle with cancer. claim their lives from substance abuse So, Mr. Speaker, I thank Secretary Soon after, Mason’s family and problems and avoid incarceration. Sonny Perdue and Chief Vicki friends founded the Mason Chandler Judge Edenfield’s colleagues remem- Christiansen for their commitment to Allen Memorial Foundation to increase ber him as always having a smile on rural America, our national lands, and awareness and funding to fight pedi- his face and a bad joke, along with the students of the Civilian Conserva- atric cancer. On September 28, the being a mentor to all members of the tion Centers. foundation held its third annual Steps bar. He will be missed throughout our

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Working The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick the highest accolades in education, in the industry for over 50 years, she J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: earning 12 honorary doctorate degrees. Before serving in the Halls of Con- became the first female president of Loving and gracious God, we give gress, he served the people of Maryland the Georgia Association of Realtors in You thanks for giving us another day. for 14 years in the general assembly, 1987, as well as the first female member Help us this day to draw closer to including breaking the color barrier of the Georgia Realtors Hall of Fame. You, so that with Your spirit, and with his election to speaker pro tem- She founded scholarships for female aware of Your presence among us, we pore, the second highest ranking office realtors to attend the National Wom- may all face the tasks of this day. in the Maryland House of Delegates. en’s Leadership Conference and re- Bless the Members of the people’s House. Help them to think clearly, He would come to Congress in 1996. mained heavily involved in real estate All of his contributions and service to well into her nineties. Her colleagues speak confidently, and act coura- geously in the belief that all noble this Nation could never be summed up remember her as someone who blazed a in a few seconds, but it stands on its trail for many women in real estate service is based upon patience, truth, and love. own. When the history books are writ- and beyond. ten, I know his name and legacy will be Yet, Ms. Konter’s passion to better May these decisive days through which we are living make them gen- proudly enshrined within its pages. our community reached everyone. She His passing is a great loss to his fam- uine enough to maintain their integ- served as the director of the Savannah ily and friends, the city of Baltimore, rity, great enough to be humble, and Jewish Educational Alliance, trustee this institution, and our Nation. for the Armstrong Atlantic State Uni- good enough to keep their faith, always I hope you are dancing with the an- versity Foundation, owned two local regarding public office as a sacred gels. May you rest in peace, my friend. supermarkets, and more. trust. Give them the wisdom and the f Ms. Konter will be missed throughout courage to fail not their fellow citi- Savannah. Her family and friends will zens, nor You. CELEBRATING PARAMEDIC ROGER be in my thoughts and prayers during May all that is done this day be for SWOR this most difficult time. Your greater honor and glory. (Mr. STAUBER asked and was given IN RECOGNITION OF PIERCE COUNTY HIGH Amen. permission to address the House for 1 SCHOOL f minute.) Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Mr. STAUBER. Madam Speaker, I er, I rise today to recognize Pierce THE JOURNAL rise today to celebrate Roger Swor, a County High School for being recog- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The paramedic from my district who has nized by the Department of Education Chair has examined the Journal of the dedicated his life to providing excep- as a Blue Ribbon School for 2019. last day’s proceedings and announces tional emergency medical care. This prestigious award recognized ap- to the House her approval thereof. Roger is now the longest-serving proximately 350 schools across the Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- street paramedic in Minnesota and was country for their commitment to aca- nal stands approved. recently honored by the National Reg- istry of Emergency Medical Techni- demic excellence and closing the f achievement gaps among diverse cians for achieving 40 years of National groups of students. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE EMS Certification. This is a distinc- To commemorate the award, Pierce The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the tion held by very few EMS profes- County High School will receive a flag gentlewoman from Massachusetts (Mrs. sionals. Roger has answered tens of thousands that is a symbol of excellence in teach- TRAHAN) come forward and lead the ing and learning. The school has been House in the Pledge of Allegiance. of 911 calls in his career. He has done providing a high-quality education to Mrs. TRAHAN led the Pledge of Alle- everything from holding dying crash its students for a number of years, and giance as follows: victims in his arms to delivering ba- bies. As described by his nephew, this is not the first time the school has I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the been recognized. United States of America, and to the Repub- Adam, who served many shifts along- In 2018, Pierce County’s principal, lic for which it stands, one nation under God, side his uncle, ‘‘Roger is universally re- Ms. Dara Bennett, was named the Prin- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. garded as the paramedic you want to see when you are in trouble.’’ cipal of the Year in the State of Geor- f gia. Additionally, the National Federa- On behalf of Minnesota’s Eighth Con- tion of State High School Associations ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER gressional District, I congratulate named their athletic department the PRO TEMPORE Roger on his recent achievement and third best in the Nation. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The thank him for his professional service. Paramedic Roger Swor, you are the To teachers, students, and staff alike Chair will entertain up to 15 requests best of the best. at Pierce County High School, con- for 1-minute speeches on each side of gratulations on your awards and keep the aisle. f up the good work. f IMPLEMENT ELECTRONIC SYS- TEMS TO KEEP OUR ROADS f REMEMBERING ELIJAH CUMMINGS SAFE (Ms. KELLY of Illinois asked and was (Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire RECESS given permission to address the House asked and was given permission to ad- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- for 1 minute.) dress the House for 1 minute and to re- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Ms. KELLY of Illinois. Madam vise and extend her remarks.) declares the House in recess until noon Speaker, I rise today to remember our Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. today. dear colleague, Congressman Elijah Madam Speaker, I rise today in support Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 35 Cummings. of the SAFE DRIVERS Act introduced minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- Throughout his life, he was a pas- by my colleague, Representative SETH cess. sionate and committed leader but also MOULTON.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:40 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.008 H23OCPT1 H8396 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 In June of this year, seven members He passed away in 2017, but he is not HONORING GEORGE RAMIREZ FOR of Jarheads Motorcycle Club were trag- forgotten. I am so proud that we re- HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO ically killed in my district when they cently named a street after him on BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS were hit by a truck that crossed over Staten Island. (Mr. VELA asked and was given per- into the wrong lane on Route 2 in Ran- Frank was the founder and chairman mission to address the House for 1 dolph, New Hampshire. of the board of Rolling Thunder, Chap- minute.) The Massachusetts driver responsible ter 2 New York, as well as an integral Mr. VELA. Madam Speaker, I rise for this accident should not have had part of creating two chapters in Brook- today to honor Mr. George Ramirez for an active driver’s license and should lyn. his extraordinary contribution to the not have been behind the wheel that Frank always wanted to use culture and arts in Brownsville, Texas. day. Despite his criminal history, the motorcycling to give back to our com- Mr. Ramirez was the longtime presi- driver still had a license because of a munity, particularly our veterans. dent of the Brownsville Society for the loophole where State DMVs often do Every year, he oversaw the Disabled Performing Arts and founder of the not process out-of-State infractions. American Veterans support run for The SAFE DRIVERS Act would help Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival. He Chapter 2 New York, raising over has been invaluable in bringing quality States implement electronic systems $75,000 for disabled veterans. to ensure that dangerous drivers are cultural entertainment to my commu- It is a fitting honor that his wife and nity. Under Mr. Ramirez’ leadership, kept off our roads. By incentivizing children have formed a scholarship States to modernize their databases, the Brownsville Society for the Per- fund in his honor. This fund will con- forming Arts has produced hundreds of we can keep our roads safe and prevent tinue Frank’s passion for supporting further tragedies. shows, concerts, and cultural pro- veterans, ensuring that children of vet- grams. f erans or students who volunteer with He dedicated his life to making the CONGRATULATING STAFF SER- veterans organizations can afford an arts accessible to the people of the Rio GEANT DAKOTA BOWEN, NCO OF education. Grande Valley. 2019 This scholarship ensures that we will In June 2017, Mr. Ramirez established (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina always remember and learn from his own low-powered radio station, asked and was given permission to ad- Frank and his legacy of service. which enabled him to bring music to dress the House for 1 minute and to re- Frank, we will continue to honor you everyone. vise and extend his remarks.) and your work. Mr. Ramirez helped create a number Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. God Bless Frank, and God bless the of cultural events, including the Madam Speaker, congratulations to United States of America. Brownsville Guitar Ensemble Festival Staff Sergeant Dakota Bowen, who f and Competition, the Brownsville serves with Charlie Company, 3rd Bat- International Flamenco Festival, and talion, 39th Infantry Regiment, at Fort CONDEMNING UNFAIR the Ancient Cultures Festival. Jackson, South Carolina. He is the IMPEACHMENT PROCEEDINGS He also spearheaded the efforts to Army’s 2019 Noncommissioned Officer (Mr. COMER asked and was given bring Handel’s ‘‘Messiah’’ concerts to of the Year. permission to address the House for 1 Brownsville, Mozart’s ‘‘Requiem in D The NCO of the Year is the Army’s minute and to revise and extend his re- Minor,’’ Bach’s ‘‘Mass in B Minor,’’ and top soldier, with competition annually marks.) the annual children’s ‘‘Hansel and on a variety of tasks testing their Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise Gretel’’ opera production. knowledge, skills, and abilities. Staff today to strongly condemn the unfair, A group of students in the University Sergeant Bowen emerged as the top closed-door, hyperpartisan, impeach- of Texas opera program had never seen NCO of the competition to win soldier ment inquiry process being conducted an opera, so he coordinated and funded of the year as this year’s top NCO. by House Democrats. a trip to take them to the Houston General Joseph Martin, the Army Nothing, not even the cold, hard Grand Opera. He was very active in Vice Chief of Staff, calls NCOs the facts, will stop the partisan politics of helping students gain exposure to the heart and soul of the Army. ‘‘When the my colleagues on the left from nul- arts, offering several music scholar- Army desperately needs leadership, we lifying the 2016 election. ships. turn to you, and you have never failed One of Speaker PELOSI’s committee Mr. Ramirez’ latest accomplishment us,’’ he said in a keynote speech at the chairs who she chose to lead this proc- was playing a vital role in the opening awards ceremony. ess promised years ago that she would of the Brownsville Performing Arts As a 30-year Army veteran myself find a way to impeach the President. Academy, a place that will carry on with three sons who have served in the This has been the plan from the begin- the tradition of Mr. Ramirez’ work. Army, I know firsthand that this anal- ning. ysis is correct. f South Carolina is grateful for Staff Certain minority rights have been de- nied to Republicans during this proc- STOP POLITICAL GAMES AND GET Sergeant Dakota Bowen and his com- BACK TO WORK mitment to American families, pro- ess, like equal subpoena power, a right moting the truth that freedom is not that Republicans provided Democrats (Mr. GUEST asked and was given per- free. during the Clinton impeachment. mission to address the House for 1 In conclusion, God bless our troops, Chairman SCHIFF started this trend minute and to revise and extend his re- and we will never forget September the of dishonesty by promoting false alle- marks.) 11th, or the anniversary today of the gations related to the President and Mr. GUEST. Madam Speaker, the im- Beirut bombing, murdering 241 service- Russia. Now, he has publicly peachment of a President is a serious members, in the global war on ter- mischaracterized his committee’s han- process that will have lasting effects rorism. dling of the whistleblower inquiry and on our Republic. It requires a trans- deceived the American people about his parent and trustworthy Congress to f relationship with the whistleblower. conduct a proper investigation because HONORING THE LIFE OF FRANK Democrats still refuse to hold a full of the attempts to undo the will of the ‘‘TOWKAR’’ APPICE House vote on their impeachment in- American people. (Mr. ROSE of New York asked and quiry, yet they continue this baseless As a former prosecutor, I know that was given permission to address the impeachment inquiry of President holding hearings behind closed doors is House for 1 minute.) Trump instead of tackling the issues not transparent. Withholding informa- Mr. ROSE of New York. Madam most important to our citizens. tion from the American people does not Speaker, I rise today to honor the life I urge the American people to take a promote trust. Misconstruing the facts of Frank ‘‘TowKar’’ Appice, a veteran hard look at the lack of transparency to the American public is not proper. of the U.S. Navy, avid motorcyclist, and accountability surrounding this These actions alone point to an ille- and active member of our community. unfounded impeachment inquiry. gitimate process that will continue to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:40 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.011 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8397 divide our Nation for the sake of par- farmers, or stopping into small busi- the next decade. I refuse to accept tisan politics. nesses, everywhere I go the message is that. I ask, is the political gamesmanship loud and clear: Uncertainty is hurting Regular people can’t choose to not worth letting our infrastructure con- our bottom line. pay their bills, and PG&E shouldn’t be tinue to crumble? Is it worth ignoring Agriculture is the backbone of Iowa’s able to abuse that fact by refusing to the opioid crisis in our country? Is it economy. One out of every $5 is pro- invest in their grid. These blackouts worth undermining our democracy to duced from Iowa agriculture in our are happening because rich executives attack a duly elected President? State. Supporting farmers is neither a decided to give themselves millions of We have real problems in this coun- partisan nor a political issue; it is sim- dollars in bonuses instead of investing try that the American people elected ply the right thing to do. in their crumbling infrastructure. us to solve, and we cannot ignore these Between devastating weather events, Hundreds of thousands of people lost problems while we focus on this im- ongoing trade wars, and the EPA’s un- power because of these executives’ proper and partisan political process. precedented abuse of biofuel waivers, greed. PG&E even proposed handing Madam Speaker, I encourage my col- our farmers have been put through out another $16 million in additional leagues across the aisle to stop the po- enough. They are asking for our help. bonuses this year. It took a judge to litical games so that we can get back As elected Representatives, we owe stop their plan. Meanwhile, their shut- to work on the issues that are impor- them the right answer. We must an- offs are estimated to cost our families tant to the American people. swer their call and get this deal done more than $2 billion. f right and without unnecessary delay. f Madam Speaker, I thank my col- MEDICARE LOW-INCOME b 1215 leagues for the work they have done, LEGISLATION PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES and I urge them to expedite negotia- tions and finalize this agreement soon (Mr. DELGADO asked and was given (Mr. SCHRADER asked and was to make sure that we can make lives permission to address the House for 1 given permission to address the House whole for the people suffering in the minute.) for 1 minute.) State of Iowa and across this country. Mr. DELGADO. Madam Speaker, I Mr. SCHRADER. Madam Speaker, I f rise today on behalf of seniors in up- rise today in support of H.R. 3, the state New York. Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019. MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL This August, I joined a forum with It is high time that our struggling (Mrs. TRAHAN asked and was given AARP in New Paltz on the need to ad- seniors are given the right to negotiate permission to address the House for 1 dress the skyrocketing cost of prescrip- drug costs just like we have in com- minute.) tion drugs in our communities. I heard mercial plans, the Veterans Adminis- Mrs. TRAHAN. Madam Speaker, I harrowing stories from seniors, many tration, the Department of Defense, rise today on behalf of millions of of whom are on fixed income, who have and Medicaid. Americans to call ‘‘foul’’ on Major seen the medication they rely on triple Seniors should not be subject to arti- League Baseball. in price. ficially high copays and out-of-pocket This week, Major League Baseball is The system is working against our expenses because of an out-of-date law discussing a proposal to cut the num- seniors. Right now, qualified covered that prohibits Medicare from negoti- ber of minor league franchises by 25 retirement accounts are included in de- ating prices with pharmaceutical com- percent. The Lowell Spinners, a Red termining income and eligibility under panies. Price negotiation is a free mar- Sox affiliate, is among the 42 teams the Medicare part D low-income sub- ket principle that our country em- being forced out. sidy program, and this means seniors braces in almost every other aspect of This plan is a betrayal of the fans must choose between saving for retire- life. Why should our seniors not have and players as well as stadium vendors ment and lifesaving medication. the same right? and employees around the Nation. It is Saving for retirement shouldn’t jeop- H.R. 3 also limits Medicare part D an affront to the people of Lowell who ardize how low-income subsidies for out-of-pocket expenses to $2,000 a year. swung for the fences in building Medicare part D beneficiaries are dis- This aligns closely with how the pri- LeLacheur Park, one of the Nation’s tributed. That is why I joined my col- vate market works and a Senate com- best minor league parks. leagues in introducing H.R. 4655, the panion bill. As the World Series gets underway, Enhancing Retirement Security for Making sure seniors can afford their remember that the minor league sys- Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2019, to medicines keeps them out of the expen- tem produces the talent we see on the remove retirement accounts from that sive hospital system and saves patients baseball diamond. MLB’s plan is way determination and lower out-of-pocket and taxpayers, alike, lots of money. off base and will hurt so many commu- costs for our seniors. Finally, there is an effort in the bill nities across the country that rely on Madam Speaker, I urge my col- to limit the inflationary impact on minor league teams’ presence. leagues to support H.R. 4655. drug costs that have been on the mar- Let’s call it a balk and get back to f ket for a long time and improve price rooting for the home team. ELECTION REFORM transparency so we can actually shed f some light on what is going on. (Mr. HIGGINS of New York asked and This is long overdue. It is time for bi- THE NEW NORMAL: BLACKOUTS was given permission to address the partisan and bicameral action on one (Mr. HARDER of California asked House for 1 minute.) of the most pressing issues of our day and was given permission to address Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Madam for seniors and all Americans. the House for 1 minute.) Speaker, this Saturday, October 26, f Mr. HARDER of California. Madam early voting begins in New York State Speaker, I rise in frustration for my for the first time, expanding the win- FIND AGREEMENT ON USMCA constituents in California’s Central dow for voters to select their govern- (Mrs. AXNE asked and was given per- Valley. Folks across my community ment representatives. mission to address the House for 1 are reeling from blackouts caused by This country has long upheld its pro- minute.) greed, corruption, and mismanagement tection of free and fair elections, keep- Mrs. AXNE. Madam Speaker, I rise at our State’s largest utility, PG&E. ing the power and decisionmaking today to urge my colleagues to con- I am not the only one who is fed up. where it should be: with, and only with, tinue to work with U.S. Trade Rep- More than 1,000 people in my district the American people. resentative Robert Lighthizer to find had their power cut by PG&E, some for Foreign interference in our elections agreement on the USMCA soon. days. is real, and its existence is threatening I visit each of the 16 counties in my Now the company is saying more the legitimacy of our elections, na- district every month, and whether it is blackouts could be coming this week tional security, and the democracy this touring manufacturers, visiting with and that it could be the new normal for Nation was founded on.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.013 H23OCPT1 H8398 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 Today the House will vote on the am overjoyed that this community has in part B of the report of the Committee on SHIELD Act, adding further trans- given them a safe place to remember Rules. Each such amendment may be offered parency in campaigns, stiffer penalties their service together. only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in for voter deception, and further restric- Madam Speaker, they are our best; the report, shall be considered as read, shall tions against foreign interference, in- they are our shining stars; and they are be debatable for the time specified in the re- cluding making campaigns mandatory our heroes. port equally divided and controlled by the reporters if there is any offer of foreign May God bless them. proponent and an opponent, shall not be sub- assistance in those campaigns. f ject to amendment, and shall not be subject Madam Speaker, I urge others to join to a demand for division of the question in me in voting to protect the vote of the COMMUNICATION FROM THE the House or in the Committee of the Whole. CLERK OF THE HOUSE All points of order against such amendments American people. are waived. At the conclusion of consider- f The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- ation of the bill for amendment the Com- fore the House the following commu- mittee shall rise and report the bill to the PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES nication from the Clerk of the House of House with such amendments as may have (Mr. RUIZ asked and was given per- Representatives: been adopted. Any Member may demand a separate vote in the House on any amend- mission to address the House for 1 OFFICE OF THE CLERK, ment adopted in the Committee of the Whole minute and to revise and extend his re- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, to the bill or to the amendment in the na- Washington, DC, October 23, 2019. marks.) ture of a substitute made in order as original Hon. NANCY PELOSI, Mr. RUIZ. Madam Speaker, I rise text. The previous question shall be consid- The Speaker, House of Representatives, today because seniors in my district ered as ordered on the bill and amendments are walking out of the pharmacy with- Washington, DC. thereto to final passage without intervening out their medications after they look DEAR MADAM SPEAKER: Pursuant to the motion except one motion to recommit with permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II or without instructions. at the out-of-pocket price and say to of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- themselves, ‘‘I can’t afford this.’’ They tives, the Clerk received the following mes- b 1230 are not taking the medications they sage from the Secretary of the Senate on Oc- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- need, which jeopardizes their lives, and tober 23, 2019, at 9:21 a.m.: tleman from Florida is recognized for 1 this is unacceptable. That the Senate passed S. 1590. hour. With best wishes, I am, It is their health—their very lives— Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, for that are on the line. That is why, when Sincerely, CHERYL L. JOHNSON. the purpose of debate only, I yield the we are talking about prescription customary 30 minutes to the gen- f drugs, we must focus on lowering the tleman from Oklahoma (Mr. COLE), my out-of-pocket costs for seniors. PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION friend, pending which I yield myself That is why I support H.R. 3, the OF H.R. 4617, STOPPING HARM- such time as I may consume. During Lower Drug Costs Now Act, because it FUL INTERFERENCE IN ELEC- consideration of this resolution, all requires Medicare to negotiate drug TIONS FOR A LASTING DEMOC- time yielded is for the purpose of de- prices so that my constituents can get RACY ACT bate only. a fair and affordable price for their Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, by GENERAL LEAVE medication. It also caps the annual direction of the Committee on Rules, I Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I out-of-pocket costs for those seniors call up House Resolution 650 and ask ask unanimous consent that all Mem- who require many medications or ex- for its immediate consideration. bers be given 5 legislative days to re- pensive medication. The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- vise and extend their remarks. No one should have to choose be- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there lows: tween buying groceries to eat or get- objection to the request of the gen- ting medications they need, and H.R. 3 H. RES. 650 tleman from Florida? will lower costs so seniors don’t have Resolved, That at any time after adoption There was no objection. to make that decision. of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, on to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the Tuesday, the Rules Committee met and f House resolved into the Committee of the reported a rule, House Resolution 650, BRIDGETON VFW Whole House on the state of the Union for providing for consideration of H.R. consideration of the bill (H.R. 4617) to amend (Mr. VAN DREW asked and was given 4617, the Stopping Harmful Inter- the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to ference in Elections for a Lasting De- permission to address the House for 1 clarify the obligation to report acts of for- minute and to revise and extend his re- eign election influence and require imple- mocracy, better known as the SHIELD marks.) mentation of compliance and reporting sys- Act, under a structured rule. Mr. VAN DREW. Madam Speaker, tems by Federal campaigns to detect and re- The rule provides 1 hour of debate, today I want to show my appreciation port such acts, and for other purposes. The equally divided and controlled by the for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post first reading of the bill shall be dispensed Chair and ranking member of the Com- of Bridgeton in south Jersey. This com- with. All points of order against consider- mittee on House Administration. The munity provides a space for veterans to ation of the bill are waived. General debate rule also executes a manager’s amend- shall be confined to the bill and shall not ex- ment from Chairwoman LOFGREN, come together and connect with oth- ceed one hour equally divided and controlled ers, and these are other folks who un- makes in order 14 amendments, and by the chair and ranking minority member provides one motion to recommit on derstand the hardships and the rewards of the Committee on House Administration. the bill. of serving our Nation. After general debate the bill shall be consid- Madam Speaker, it is going to be in- ered for amendment under the five-minute The Veterans of Foreign Wars meet teresting to watch my Republican monthly to share their experiences and rule. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Com- friends twist pretzel-like today to con- bond with one another in Bridgeton. vince themselves that voting against a They also organize special services for mittee on House Administration now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as bill that will protect the sanctity of holidays, like Memorial Day and Vet- an original bill for the purpose of amend- our electoral process from foreign in- erans Day, so the members can com- ment under the five-minute rule an amend- terference is the right thing to do for memorate these days together. ment in the nature of a substitute consisting the American people. In addition, the VFW reaches out to of the text of Rules Committee Print 116-35 Through today’s rule, the Democrats the greater Bridgeton community by modified by the amendment printed in part bring to the floor a bill that states that hosting barbecues, community dinners, A of the report of the Committee on Rules those campaigns that are offered as- accompanying this resolution. That amend- and other festivals to connect with sistance from foreign actors should be their neighbors and sometimes raise ment in the nature of a substitute shall be considered as read. All points of order required to report such attempts at as- funds for important charitable causes. against that amendment in the nature of a sistance. I would like to thank the brave vet- substitute are waived. No amendment to Sadly, I predict that my Republican erans of the Bridgeton VFW. Their that amendment in the nature of a sub- friends will vote against such protec- service to our Nation is tremendous. I stitute shall be in order except those printed tions.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.015 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8399 We, as Democrats, say that foreign from the polls on election day, the Rus- that. H.R. 4736, the Honest Elections governments should not be allowed to sians also engaged in voter suppression Act updates existing election laws in a buy political advertisements in a clear tactics, including the malicious dis- fair way. It strengthens the Foreign and ongoing attempt to spread con- semination of misinformation in a bra- Agents Registration Act to combat spiracy theories and sow discord among zen attempt to sow confusion in the election interference, modernizes on- the American electorate. electorate in 2016. I might add, that line political ad disclosure, increases I predict that for reasons three Florida counties had their elec- monitoring of spending by foreign na- undecipherable, the Republicans will tions offices compromised by Russian tionals in our elections, and bans the still vote against today’s bill. hackers. practice of ballot harvesting. In fact, let us pause here for a mo- A vote for today’s rule is a vote to These are the kinds of bipartisan so- ment. The use of social media plat- bring forth a bill that will work to put lutions Republicans and Democrats forms by maligned actors to undermine an end to these dastardly deeds. Unfor- should be able to come together on. our democracy is not only historical, tunately, for reasons unfathomable, But instead, the majority is once again but is happening today, as we speak. Republicans will stand brick-wall-like proposing a partisan bill that fails to An article that appeared in yesterday’s against such reform. put forward real solutions to these Washington Post outlines how Russia’s Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- problems. intelligence apparatus through the ance of my time. Let’s take a look at just a few of Internet Research Agency continues to Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I rise to those provisions in H.R. 4617: use Facebook and Facebook’s photo- exercise the time that the gentleman First, H.R. 4617 imposes draconian sharing app, Instagram, to sow discord from Florida (Mr. HASTINGS), my good limitations on online political adver- among the American people. friend, has extended to me. tising that will only make it harder for With alarming precision, they target Madam Speaker, I thank the gen- Americans to participate in our elec- our vulnerabilities, our fears, our baser tleman from Florida, my very good tions. It applies a model of regulation instincts in hopes of tearing asunder friend, the distinguished vice-chairman designed for TV ads to online ads, the fabric of our democracy. of the Rules Committee, for yielding which are two very different media. As it turns out, past is indeed pro- me the customary 30 minutes, and I And it requires the same four-second logue, and unless we want Facebook yield myself such time as I may con- disclosures for online ads as they cur- and others to be left to play an ongoing sume. rently require for TV ads, even though game of whack-a-mole against Russian, Madam Speaker, I would be the first online ads are generally significantly and now apparently Iranian, and poten- to admit that there are some good shorter. tially other intelligence agencies, we things in this bill. But to say also to H.R. 4617 also attempts to add limita- in Congress need to provide the needed my good friend, at the end of the day it tions on the ability of foreign nationals to buy online ads for electioneering support that any platform can fully is a very easy no. And that is sad. meet the threat posed by these nefar- Frankly, we could have had an oppor- communications. But I note this will ious actors. tunity to work together in a bipartisan likely have very little effect. The pri- Madam Speaker, on this side of the fashion and actually produce a product mary means by which Russia interfered aisle, we say that we should strengthen in the 2016 election was through tradi- that would be effective and one in the ban against foreign nationals and tional social media posts and troll which every Member of this Chamber foreign governments spending money farms, which this bill will not impact. could vote for. But my friends have in our elections, and we have put pen What is worse, the bill also expands chosen not to do that. to paper in today’s bill to ensure that the definition of the term ‘‘election- Madam Speaker, we are here on an- we do, indeed, strengthen such a ban. eering communication’’ to include, other attempt by the majority to push Again, I predict that many, if not all, ‘‘issues of national importance.’’ This of my colleagues across the aisle will deeply partisan measures to change term is going to become so overinclu- vote against today’s bill, and, there- America’s electoral system in response sive that it will become meaningless. If fore, against the notion that foreign to the 2016 Presidential election. a company wants to take out an adver- governments ought not to be spending Earlier this year, the majority tisement talking about the need for money in our elections. pushed through H.R. 1, which they gave jobs in their community, they may be Today’s bill is a direct rebuke of the the misnomer of the, ‘‘For the People shocked to learn that they have actu- Trump campaign’s sharing of nonpublic Act.’’ The reality was that H.R. 1 was ally purchased an electioneering com- polling information with Russian intel- completely misnamed. It was not ‘‘for munication and are now subject to new ligence in the hopes that this informa- the people,’’ it was for the Democratic rules of political advertisement. tion would make it to Moscow in order majority, by the Democratic majority This kind of overinclusive, ill-defined to help with their beyond well-docu- in hopes of maintaining the Demo- regulation will do nothing to protect mented campaign to interfere with the cratic majority for many years to our democracy, and will, instead, just 2016 Presidential election. come. simply make it harder for Americans Simply put, this bill treats the be- Similarly today, we are considering to exercise their right to freedom of havior engaged in by the Trump cam- H.R. 4617, yet another misnamed and speech. paign as an illegal solicitation of sup- misguided bill aimed at changing What is worse, the bill expands the port. Why? Because that is what it was. America’s election laws. The majority power of the United States Attorney Again, I say to the American people, has called H.R. 4617 the SHIELD Act. General—hardly a nonpartisan figure— watch today’s vote. I once again pre- Unfortunately, this bill shields us from by allowing that political official to dict that you will see Republicans vote exactly nothing. It expands the power interfere in State elections, by any against making such behavior illegal, of the Federal Government, limits free- means necessary. This unprecedented and that is sad. dom of speech, and reduces the ability intervention ability would mean that Finally—and this one is personal—to- of the American people to participate the Congress is once again expanding day’s bill incorporates language that in their own elections, all while failing the power of Washington at the ex- will punish those who seek to intimi- to protect our democracy from foreign pense of the States. date, misinform, or maliciously mis- interference. Madam Speaker, a bill this flawed direct those who simply wish to exer- Before I talk about the problems should never have come before the cise that great American pastime: cast- with the SHIELD Act, I think we Rules Committee and should not be ing a ballot. should be clear: Republicans stand coming to the floor. Republicans are Attempts to dissuade voters from ready and willing to work with Demo- ready and willing to work with Demo- going to the polls, whether through vi- crats on bipartisan solutions to reform crats on bipartisan solutions to pre- olence or other means, have been part our election system and protect it from vent foreign interference and secure of this country’s history for far too foreign influence. our elections, but instead, the majority long. My good friend from Illinois, Rank- is putting forward a deeply partisan We now know that in addition to ing Member RODNEY DAVIS, has pro- product that will not secure our elec- homegrown efforts to keep voters away posed such a bill that would do exactly tions and will only make it harder for

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And, frankly, they are putting for- that it does little to stop foreign polit- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. ward a product that I think they have ical propaganda and, instead, creates a Madam Speaker, I thank the gen- every confidence the Senate will not chilling effect on America’s free tleman from Florida for reminding ev- take up, and the President, I would speech. erybody here that I was offered a predict, would almost certainly not If the House had held hearings on chance by my good friend ED PERL- sign. this legislation, then we could have ap- MUTTER, a Democrat from Colorado, to We can and should do better than propriately tailored language to ad- actually ask Facebook, ask Mark that. I look forward to when my friends dress the real problem of foreign inter- Zuckerberg, a question of why they decide they want to do better than that ference without affecting free speech. took that payment. to actually working with them. In 2016, the Russians tampered in our The answer, Mr. HASTINGS, is yes. I Madam Speaker, I urge opposition to elections and engaged in stunning mis- went over to the Financial Services the rule, and I reserve the balance of information campaigns in an effort to Committee. I specifically spoke with my time. undermine our elections. Mr. PERLMUTTER in the committee Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I hearing room, where he told me that b 1245 reserve the balance of my time. Chairwoman WATERS would allow Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I yield 3 Much of what the Russians did was Members who were not on the com- minutes to the gentleman from Illinois already illegal. If we want to stop this mittee, like me, to ask questions, but I (Mr. RODNEY DAVIS), distinguished from happening in the future, then we probably have to come back in about 5 ranking member of the Committee on should be strengthening existing laws hours. House Administration, and my good and making sure law enforcement has I am hoping to do that. I am hoping friend. the resources it needs to track down to go back there later this afternoon Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. foreign nationals that are breaking the and ask that question. Madam Speaker, I appreciate the op- law by spreading propaganda. Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, in portunity to come to this great institu- Instead, this bill provides zero re- light of the process questions that the tion to talk about this piece of legisla- sources to help law enforcement en- gentleman asked about hearings, I am tion. I thank the ranking member and force existing laws and, rather, imposes proud of our Democratic majority’s also my colleague from Florida (Mr. new regulations that will harm Ameri- record when it comes to regular order. HASTINGS) for a great spirited debate cans’ right to free speech. At the beginning of this Congress, we last night in the Rules Committee, but The sweeping language in this bill instituted a rule to require hearings I still, today, have to rise in opposition will very likely silence the voices of and markups for bills that come to the rule for consideration of H.R. honest American organizations and through the Rules Committee, and we 4617. nonpolitical companies that wish to have followed that rule. Last night at the Rules Committee speak out on ‘‘issues of national impor- In fact, the House Administration meeting, there was bipartisan con- tance.’’ Committee, the primary committee of sensus that this bill has not gone The SPEAKER pro tempore. The jurisdiction for this bill, held three through regular order. We did not have time of the gentleman has expired. hearings to develop the SHIELD Act. the opportunity to hold a single hear- Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I yield Those three hearings took place on ing addressing foreign political propa- the gentleman an additional 30 sec- February 14, May 8, and May 21, and ganda in the Committee on House Ad- onds. they are clearly listed in the House Ad- ministration. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. ministration Committee’s report. We are focusing on paid political ad- SHIELD’s burdensome regulations will Mr. Speaker, with that in mind, I in- vertisements, when the Senate Intel’s make it more difficult for Americans clude in the RECORD the House Admin- bipartisan report stated that ‘‘paid ad- to be heard. Isn’t that the goal of the istration Committee’s report. vertisements were not key’’ to Russia’s Russians, to shut down our free and HEARINGS activity. Out of the $1.4 billion spent open society and silence the voices of For the purposes of section 103(i) of H. Res. on political advertisements in the 2016 Americans? 6 of the 116th Congress the following hear- election cycle on digital advertising, Madam Speaker, we should support ings were used to develop or consider H.R. the Russians spent $100,000 of that over our law enforcement to do their jobs, 2722: not make up new regulations that chill (1) On Wednesday, May 8, 2019 the Com- 2 years on paid political Facebook ads. mittee held a hearing titled ‘‘Election Secu- This is relevant information. This free speech. rity.’’ The following witnesses testified: Mr. should have been considered and dis- This bill is a misinformation stunt to Larry Norden, Brennan Center for Justice; cussed in a committee hearing before the American people. It sends a mes- Ms. Marian Schneider, Verified Voting; Mr. sidestepping process and rushing a bill sage to America that something is Joseph Lorenzo Hall, Center for Democracy to the floor that does not address key being done to stop what happened in and Technology; The Honorable Jocelyn Ben- issues. 2016 when, in reality, it fails to address son, Secretary of State, State of Michigan; None of us had a chance to ask the actual threat. It is a Trojan horse and The Honorable John Merrill, Secretary of State, State of Alabama. Facebook: ‘‘Why did you take a pay- from the majority. (2) On Tuesday, May 21, 2019, the Com- ment from Russia?’’ Do we actually want to stop foreign mittee held a hearing titled ‘‘Oversight of ‘‘Was it in rubles?’’ interference, or do my colleagues sim- the Election Assistance Commission.’’ The ‘‘Was it in dollars?’’ ply want talking points? following witnesses testified: The Honorable ‘‘Why in the world did you take Madam Speaker, you have a bill be- Christy McCormick, Commissioner and $100,000 from Russia and put overtly po- fore you that will not stop meddling. I Chairwoman, Election Assistance Commis- litical ads online?’’ urge a ‘‘no’’ vote. sion, accompanied by The Honorable Ben- At some point, companies that par- Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I jamin Hovland, Commissioner and Vice Chair, Election Assistance Commission; The ticipate in the political process, we would ask my friend Mr. DAVIS if he Honorable Don Palmer, Commissioner, Elec- need to have them in front of us to ask would stand by just a minute. I have a tion Assistance Commission; and The Honor- them why; ask them how. But we query of him. able Thomas Hicks, Commissioner, Election didn’t get a chance to do that because Last night in the Rules Committee, Assistance Commission. the Committee on House Administra- our colleague ED PERLMUTTER offered (3) On Thursday, February 14, 2019, the tion had zero hearings before rushing the gentleman an opportunity to come Committee held a hearing titled ‘‘For the this bill to the floor. today to ask Mr. Zuckerberg the ques- People: Our American Democracy.’’ The fol- We have a process here in the House tions that he put here. Is the gen- lowing witnesses testified: Mr. Chiraag Bains, Director of Legal Strategies, Demos; for a reason, Madam Speaker. The tleman availing himself of that oppor- Ms. Wendy Weiser, Director, Democracy Pro- process is set up to make sure what tunity? gram, Brennan Center for Justice at NYU gets to the floor will address the prob- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Will School of Law; Mr. Fred Wertheimer, Presi- lem at hand and will not harm the the gentleman yield? dent, Democracy 21; The Honorable Kim

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.019 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8401 Wyman, Secretary of State, State of Wash- ment with the bias of those that par- H.R. 2353, the ‘‘Duty To Refuse And Report ington; Mr. Alejandro Rangel-Lopez, Senior ticipated, Russian operatives, in this Foreign Interference In Elections Act’’ that I in- at Dodge City High School, Dodge City Kan- campaign, Russian bots. troduced in April of this year. sas, and plaintiff in LULAC & Rangel-Lopez Time is of the essence. One of the Madam Speaker, our friends across the v. Cox; Mr. Peter Earle, Wisconsin Civil Rights Trial Lawyer; Mr. Brandon A. Jessup, most important elements of this bill aisle voted against Republicans voted against Data Science and Information Systems Pro- that I applaud is the inclusion of my H.R. 1, the ‘‘For The People Act of 2019,’’ fessional; Executive Director, Michigan For- language in H.R. 2353, Duty to Refuse which, inter alia, would secure our elections, ward; and David Keating, President, Insti- and Report Foreign Interference in and then against H.R. 2722, the ‘‘Securing tute for Free Speech. American Elections. America’s Federal Elections Act’’ or SAFE Act, COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION I don’t think one American would which closes dangerous gaps in our voting se- On Wednesday, October 16, 2019, the Com- disagree, not respecting any party af- curity into the 21st Century. mittee met in open session and ordered the filiation, that if an operative from an- Today our Republican colleagues have an- bill H.R. 4617 favorably reported with an other country came to you to give you other chance to demonstrate that they take amendment to the House, by a roll call vote information, it is your responsibility seriously their oath to defend the Constitution of 6 to 1, a quorum being present. During to report it to the FBI under the Fed- against all enemies, foreign or domestic. consideration of the bill an amendment eral election laws, which was my bill, Madam Speaker, on January 6, 2017, rep- (Amendment No. 5) was offered by Mr. Davis of Illinois and was agreed to by voice vote: Duty to Refuse and Report Foreign In- resentatives of the Intelligence Community ad- An amendment (No. 5) offered by Mr. Davis terference. vised the President-Elect that the Russian of Illinois to amend section 201(b) of the We don’t disagree in that. I hope we Federation conducted a sophisticated cam- amendment in the nature of a substitute to don’t disagree that it is inappropriate paign to subvert our democracy with the goal insert ‘‘labor organization’’ after ‘‘a corpora- to seek foreign assistance for a cam- of electing Donald Trump and defeating Hillary tion’’ and after ‘‘the corporation’’ each place paign, because one of the things of the Clinton. that it appears. Founding Fathers that I think is very The Report issued by Special Counsel Rob- Mr. HASTINGS. In addition to those clear in the Constitution and is very ert Mueller on March 22, 2019 revealed that three hearings, the House Administra- clear in the papers that surround it— the Russians effectuated their goals by selec- tion Committee held eight other elec- the Federalist Papers and the com- tively disseminating stolen emails, with the tion-related hearings this year. ments of Benjamin Franklin when the end of maximizing the adverse impact this I also want to point out that while it audience was waiting, wondering would have on Secretary Clinton’s electoral isn’t the primary committee of juris- whether we had a monarchy or a repub- prospects. diction for this bill, the Judiciary lic, and he said a republic, if we can The Mueller Report further indicated that Committee held two hearings on elec- keep it—that is that this Constitution Russia’s misinformation efforts also included tion security. and this process of elections was sup- the proliferation of fake online profiles on so- The House Administration Com- posed to be unfettered, one vote, one cial media platforms, with the goal of echoing mittee also held a markup on H.R. 4617. person. and amplifying politically divisive messages, Several amendments were offered, in- That is why we have had to perfect it so as to sow discord within the electorate and cluding an amendment by the gen- with the Voting Rights Act that we are suppress the vote for Secretary Clinton. tleman who just spoke, my friend, trying to reauthorize, certain aspects As the Mueller Report lays bare, the Trump Ranking Member DAVIS, that was of it. That is why we have written laws Campaign knew what Russia was doing and adopted by the committee. to protect voters and election laws welcomed that assistance, did nothing to dis- This is how the process is supposed to wherein we protect voters—one vote, courage it, did not report it, denied its exist- work, Mr. Speaker, and I am hopeful one person. ence and knowingly and happily accepted the that that will help clarify some aspects So, I support the underlying bill, benefits of the hostile foreign interference. of what was brought up about process. H.R. 4617, Stopping Harmful Inter- While some may tolerate this as awful but Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the ference in Elections for a Lasting De- lawful conduct, none of the bill’s sponsors or gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON mocracy. supporters do because it is deeply corrosive of LEE), my good friend. Remember, Benjamin Franklin said our democracy. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I it is a republic, if we can keep it. In April of this year I introduced H.R. 2353, thank the gentleman for his leadership. Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of the ‘‘Duty to Refuse and Report Foreign Inter- I thank the House Administration the Rule for H.R. 4617, the ‘‘Stopping Harmful ference in American Elections Act of 2019,’’ to Committee, both the chairman and Interference in Elections for A Lasting Democ- impose an affirmative duty to refuse any offer ranking member. I thank the gen- racy Act,’’ or SHIELD Act and the underlying of election campaign assistance from any tleman from Oklahoma for managing legislation. agent or entity acting on behalf or in the inter- this rule. I support this legislation introduced by my est of a foreign government and to report to I want to emphasize, particularly to colleague, the Chairwoman of the Committee the Federal Bureau of Investigation any such the gentleman from Florida, for his on House Administration, the gentlelady from offer of assistance from an agent or entity act- recitation of the number of hearings California, Chairwoman LOFGREN, because it: ing on behalf or in the interest of a foreign that were held, but I want to empha- 1. Creates a duty to report illicit offers of government. size that time is of the essence. campaign assistance from foreign govern- This duty to refuse and report applies to Right now, in many of our jurisdic- ments and their agents; candidates and any person working for, or vol- tions, there are local elections going 2. Helps prevent foreign interference in fu- unteering with, a candidate for election to fed- on. In just a couple of weeks or more, ture elections by improving transparency of eral office. many will begin to engage in either online political advertisements; The legislation also requires the Federal primaries or the signing up of can- 3. Closes loopholes that allow foreign na- Election Commission to require that a can- didates for the 2020 election. We have tionals and foreign governments to spend in didate for election to federal office must certify taken an oath to protect and serve and U.S. elections; quarterly that he or she is compliance with the to uphold the Constitution of the 4. Restricts exchange of campaign informa- above requirements on penalty of not more United States. tion between candidates and foreign govern- than 5 years in prison and a fine of not more Everyone knows what happened in ments and their agents; and than $250,000. 2016. Everywhere you go, local officials 5. Prohibits deceptive practices about voting Madam Speaker, the threat to our country is and State officials are asking us, the procedures. real, as documented in detail in the report Federal Government: What are you Madam Speaker, earlier this year FBI Direc- issued by Special Counsel Mueller, confirmed doing to protect the sanctity of the tor Christopher Wray testified before the Con- by the unanimous assessment of our nation’s 2020 election? gress that foreign interference in on our de- Intelligence Community, and affirmed most re- There is no doubt that, in volume 1, mocracy is ‘‘a 365-day-a-year threat.’’ cently by FBI Director Wray who testified in there is clarity of the number of Rus- This is outrageous; American elections are Congress that foreign interference in on our sian operatives contacting and inter- to be decided by Americans. democracy is ‘‘a 365-day-a-year threat.’’ acting with the Trump campaign in That is why I am particularly pleased that It is past time to write into the books of law 2016. There is no conflict or disagree- H.R. 4617 incorporates the key provisions of the sensible and self-protective principle that

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.010 H23OCPT1 H8402 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 American elections are to be decided only by inquiry until such time as both the bills. It is the Senate’s fault. It is American citizens, and not influenced by for- NDAA and the Defense Appropriations Trump’s fault. It is somebody else’s eign adversaries. Act for fiscal year 2020 have been en- fault. I encourage all members to join me in vot- acted. We have enough of that squabbling, ing to keep Americans in control of our elec- Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous finger-pointing, and blame. What we toral process and elections by voting to pass consent to insert the text of my need are results. Results will require H.R. 4716, the SHIELD Act. amendment in the RECORD, along with the leadership of this House to focus on Mr. COLE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- extraneous material, immediately getting first things done first, and that self such time as I may consume. prior to the vote on the previous ques- means we need to get these essential Just quickly, to respond to a couple tion. defense bills signed into law. To get of points my friends made, first, let’s The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. them signed into law, they have to be remember, in 2016, President Obama JACKSON LEE). Is there objection to the done in a bipartisan way. was the President of the United States request of the gentleman from Okla- Madam Speaker, I am absolutely when a lot of the activity that my homa? convinced that, given the chaos and friends are concerned about took place. There was no objection. volatility of this world, the United In 2018, when President Trump was Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I yield 3 States is going to be tested severely in President, we don’t have accusations of minutes to the gentleman from Texas the weeks to come. The best thing this foreign interference. As a matter of (Mr. THORNBERRY), my good friend, the Congress can do is put aside the polit- fact, it was a pretty good election cycle distinguished ranking member of the ical squabbling and focus on support for my friends, and I congratulate House Armed Services Committee. for those people who are defending us, them on that. Mr. THORNBERRY. Madam Speaker, the American military. So, I suspect this administration has I thank the gentleman for yielding and done a better job than the last admin- join him in opposing the previous ques- b 1300 istration in dealing with these issues. tion so that Congress can meet its Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, But I agree there are some things we most fundamental responsibilities through you, I would advise my friend can and should work on to improve our under the Constitution. that I have no further speakers, and I system, and we have offered—Mr. Article I, Section 8 says that it is am prepared to close if he is. DAVIS chief among them—a variety of Congress’ responsibility to ‘‘raise and Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I yield 3 areas where we can cooperate and support,’’ ‘‘provide and maintain’’ for minutes to the gentlewoman from where we, frankly, agree. the military forces of the United Texas (Ms. GRANGER), the distinguished In the areas where we can’t agree, States. ranking Republican Member of the let’s set them aside and have our dis- Congress is failing in that responsi- Committee on Appropriations, my good agreements. But where we can, let’s bility. Not only have we missed the Oc- friend. put things together that we all agree tober 1 deadline, but we are currently Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I on and at least get those things passed. operating under a stopgap funding thank the gentleman from Oklahoma That would be my recommended measure that prevents our military for yielding. choice. from adapting to a volatile world, and Madam Speaker, I urge my col- Madam Speaker, if we defeat the pre- even that expires in less than a month. leagues to vote ‘‘no’’ and defeat the vious question, I will offer an amend- In this debate today, we have heard a previous question. ment to the rule to immediately sus- lot about Russian attempts to interfere The House should focus on our con- pend the House’s impeachment inquiry in our elections. Well, who is on the stitutional responsibility to fund the until the National Defense Authoriza- front lines of protecting the country in government and provide for our na- tion Act for Fiscal Year 2020 and the cyberspace as well as the other do- tional defense. Defense Appropriations Act for fiscal mains? It is the American military. It Current government funding runs out year 2020 are law. is the Cyber Command that is funded in 29 days. But instead of finalizing the Madam Speaker, Congress has failed for less than a month. National Defense Authorization Act or to meet the deadline for one of our It seems to me that we ought to start Defense appropriations bill, we are de- most crucial responsibilities, to pass with the first responsibility of pro- bating partisan messaging bills and the authorization act and the appro- viding for our military, which is on the distracted by an impeachment process priations bill for our national defense front lines of defending us, yes, in that lacks any semblance of trans- prior to the start of the fiscal year. We cyberspace as well as all the other do- parency. did not succeed in getting either of mains of warfare. Last year, Republicans made defense these bills into law by September 30, While this House and Washington in their highest priority. The Defense ap- and now the Department of Defense is general are consumed by secret im- propriations bill was law before the end operating under a continuing resolu- peachment proceedings, adversaries are of the fiscal year, and the NDAA was tion, which in no way adequately sup- looking to take advantage of this signed in August. This year, the NDAA ports and funds our military. Washington dysfunction. has been in conference for more than a Instead of pushing forward, the Who gets caught in the middle of all month, and the House last acted on De- House is distracted by an unprece- this political squabbling? It is our fense appropriations in June. dented and unauthorized impeachment troops, the very men and women who China and Russia aren’t slowing inquiry, which is remarkable mostly volunteer to risk their lives to protect down their defense buildup. Why should for the complete lack of transparency us. They are the ones who suffer the we handicap our own military and the majority has adopted. Republicans most. allow our enemies to take advantage of have been repeatedly denied their rea- There are dozens of programs in our distraction? This is dangerous and sonable requests to attend depositions every military service that cannot shortsighted. with witnesses and even to review tran- begin under the current stopgap fund- Our highest priority must be keeping scripts and other documents. Moreover, ing measure. There are dozens of pro- the government functioning and the the House is proceeding in this inquiry grams in every service where we need Defense Department fully funded. This without ever taking a vote to authorize to do more of something, but we can’t House must focus on providing for our it or establish the parameters and en- do more under the current continuing national defense and work with our sure due process. resolution. colleagues in the Senate and the White At a time when threats are con- There are many programs we need to House. tinuing to emerge around the world, hire good people to work on. You can’t In order to achieve this goal, I urge a and our constituents want us to tackle do that under the current stopgap ‘‘no’’ vote on the previous question, a important issues impacting their ev- funding measure. ‘‘no’’ vote on the rule, and a ‘‘no’’ vote eryday lives, the House can ill afford Instead, what we get is political on the underlying measure. the distraction this inquiry is causing. squabbling. Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I Consequently, my amendment will Now, I know there will be people who yield myself such time as I may con- require us to suspend the impeachment say: Well, the House has passed these sume.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.011 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8403 Madam Speaker, very briefly, the But back to the legislation at hand. jamin Franklin, when approached, was last three speakers, including my good The tragedy here is that we could asked what form of government had friend from Oklahoma, have mentioned work together on a variety of things been agreed upon; his response: ‘‘A Re- the ongoing impeachment inquiry here that we both agree would make good public, if you can keep it.’’ in the House of Representatives, and law. My good friend, the ranking—ex- We come here today to keep it, to not they speak of it as being a lack of cuse me—the chairwoman on the House only keep it, but make more perfect transparency. It is almost as if the Re- Administration Committee, Ms. LOF- that Union which we have all taken an publicans are not in the hearings that GREN, mentioned that last night. oath to protect, not just for us and our are going on in this inquiry. There are actually elements in this children, but for generations unborn, In my understanding, although I am bill which, I agree with my friend, are so that they may know and benefit not a member of either of the commit- things we could work on together. from the greatest experiment ever tees of jurisdiction, I have spoken with There are other things that, whether known to humankind, the democratic and have heard publicly the person who we are right or wrong, my friend knows Republic we call the United States of is the responsible person for ongoing we will disagree with and we will not America. matters at this time say that the other accept and, frankly, the United States To do this, to protect our democracy side is there. Their lawyers are asking Senate will not accept and the Presi- from enemies foreign and domestic, we questions. Members, if they choose, are dent will not accept. must put country over party. Indeed, asking questions. So it is a classic legislative dilemma: there have been more than a few times So I don’t understand what they are What do you want to do? Do you want in our history when it was imperative talking about about a lack of trans- to make a point or do you want to that the partisan give way to the patri- parency, particularly when the pre- make law? otic. This is undoubtedly one of those vious impeachments that were done If you want to make law, you get to times and one of those paramount were done by special prosecutors. This the things that you agree on and that issues. is a solemn process. can pass the other Chamber and be Madam Speaker, I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote And while I agree with my colleagues signed by the President. So far in this on the rule and a ‘‘yes’’ vote on the about the National Defense Authoriza- area of election security, I think my previous question. tion measure, the simple fact of the friends have been more interested in The material previously referred to matter is that we also have a constitu- making a point than actually in mak- by Mr. COLE is as follows: tional responsibility to ensure that the ing law. AMENDMENT TO HOUSE RESOLUTION 650 executive branch of this government So I urge opposition to the rule on At the end of the resolution, add the fol- functions in an appropriate manner H.R. 4617 because it is deeply flawed lowing: and does not do as they are doing: fail- and a partisan bill that will not solve SEC. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution, ing to respond to the oversight respon- the underlying problems. It will not the Committees on the Judiciary, Ways and sibilities of the Article I House of Rep- Means, Financial Services, Oversight and prevent foreign interference in our Reform, and Foreign Affairs and the Perma- resentatives. elections. It will only make it harder I rather suspect that that is just talk nent Select Committee on Intelligence shall for Americans to participate in their when they say that there is no trans- suspend pursuing matters referred to by the own democracy. parency. I suggest to them to stick Speaker in her announcement of September It applies inappropriate regulatory 24, 2019, until such time as the National De- around. They are going to see some schemes to online advertisement. It ap- fense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 transparency real soon. plies overly inclusive definitions that and the Department of Defense Appropria- Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- tions Act for Fiscal Year 2020 are signed into ance of my time. could make almost any advertisement a political advertisement and expands law. Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I yield Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I the power of the Attorney General at myself the balance of my time. yield back the balance of my time, and the expense of the States. I want to begin by thanking my very I move the previous question on the My friends seemed, over and over, to good friend from Florida for what we resolution. want to federalize State elections. We always get, which is always a thought- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The don’t want to do that. That is a big ful debate, always professional, always question is on ordering the previous mistake. One of the best securities we civil. And even when we disagree, I al- question. ways enjoy the exchange, so I thank have is that we have multiple jurisdic- The question was taken; and the my friend for that. tions, and the people close to the peo- Speaker pro tempore announced that I will disagree vehemently, though, ple make the laws under which our the ayes appeared to have it. that the process in terms of impeach- elections occur. Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, on that I ment that we are going through right We can work together in a bipartisan demand the yeas and nays. now is remotely transparent. The manner and find real solutions to real The yeas and nays were ordered. American people can’t get in there. problems, and I hope and I believe some The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- And, frankly, I can tell you, Members, day we will, Madam Speaker. But in ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- under the rules of the Intelligence the interim, I urge the House to reject ceedings on this question will be post- Committee, all of us, as long as it is both this rule and this bill so that we poned. can actually advance, together, on not classified, are supposed to be able f to get transcripts. We haven’t been something that can pass and become able to get those things. So we will law. ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER watch as this unfolds. Madam Speaker, I urge my col- PRO TEMPORE But my friends would have been far leagues to vote ‘‘no’’ on the previous The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. better to do what has been done in pre- question, ‘‘no’’ on the rule, and ‘‘no’’ SCHRIER). Pursuant to clause 8 of rule vious impeachments; that is, to hold a on the underlying legislation. XX, the Chair will postpone further formal vote, to set up a process. I yield back the balance of my time. proceedings today on motions to sus- I do remind my friend, when we went Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I pend the rules on which a recorded vote through this during the Clinton years, yield myself such time as I may con- or the yeas and nays are ordered, or the President, President Clinton, had sume. votes objected to under clause 6 of rule the right to have counsel there, the Madam Speaker, I do agree with my XX. right to cross-examine witnesses, the good friend from Oklahoma that our The House will resume proceedings right to subpoena witnesses. Our exchanges are civil; and although we on postponed questions at a later time. friends who were then in the minority have respectable disagreement, the f had the right to subpoena witnesses. simple fact of the matter is that each None of that exists now. There is no of us discharges our responsibilities in DEBBIE SMITH REAUTHORIZATION process. It is very one-sided, very a responsible way. ACT OF 2019 opaque, very obscure, and extremely Madam Speaker, after exiting the Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I partisan. Constitutional Convention in 1787, Ben- move to suspend the rules and pass the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.024 H23OCPT1 H8404 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 bill (H.R. 777) to reauthorize programs the rights of survivors of sexual as- evidence, including evidence collected authorized under the Debbie Smith Act sault, is critical to helping States proc- in rape kits, with greater percentages of 2004. ess DNA evidence and reduce the Na- of funding allocated to testing these The Clerk read the title of the bill. tion’s large backlog of untested DNA kits provided in subsequent amend- The text of the bill is as follows: samples. ments. H.R. 777 The law, which I helped author and b 1315 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- enact in its original form in 2004, was resentatives of the United States of America in developed in response to a crisis of un- The act also supports audits of evi- Congress assembled, tested DNA samples, a problem that we dence awaiting analysis at law enforce- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. have helped to reduce but which, unfor- ment agencies and charges the Depart- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Debbie tunately, still requires our urgent at- ment of Justice with the task of main- Smith Reauthorization Act of 2019’’. tention today. taining national testing guidelines. SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION. Over the past several decades, evi- Despite these efforts, the rape kit Section 2 of the DNA Analysis Backlog dence from DNA samples has helped us backlog continues to be a major con- Elimination Act of 2000 (34 U.S.C. 40701) is solve an increasing number of criminal cern, with a large volume of kits still amended— untested in this country, harming the (1) in subsection (a)— cases and has been particularly valu- (A) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘includ- able in identifying the perpetrators of survivors of sexual assault and jeopard- ing’’ and inserting ‘‘prioritizing, to the ex- the horrible and all-too-common crime izing public safety. Therefore, we must tent practicable consistent with public safe- of sexual assault. continue the valuable programs au- ty considerations’’; and The use of DNA evidence kits in sex- thorized by this important law. (B) in paragraph (8), by striking ‘‘includ- ual assault cases is critical, and it is That is why we included the reau- ing’’ and inserting ‘‘in particular,’’; imperative that the evidence that is thorization of this program in the Vio- (2) in subsection (b)— collected is analyzed as soon as pos- lence Against Women Act, or VAWA (A) in paragraph (6), by striking ‘‘and’’ at reauthorization bill, developed by the the end; sible. When the evidence is collected (B) in paragraph (7), by striking the period and processed, the DNA profile is added Judiciary Committee and passed by the at the end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and to the Combined DNA Index System so House earlier this year. Unfortunately, (C) by adding at the end the following: that matches against other DNA pro- VAWA is languishing in the Senate. ‘‘(8) provide assurances that the DNA sec- files can be sought, increasing the While we take steps to separately tion of the laboratory to be used to conduct scope of the database. pass the reauthorization of the Debbie DNA analyses has a written policy that By testing the DNA evidence left at Smith program today, I again call on prioritizes the analysis of, to the extent the scene of a rape or sexual assault, the Senate to fulfill their responsi- practicable consistent with public safety bility to pass the Violence Against considerations, samples from homicides and we can increase the likelihood of iden- sexual assaults.’’; tifying the perpetrators, making it Women Act reauthorization without (3) in subsection (c)(3)— more likely that they will be captured, needless additional delay. Therefore, I (A) in subparagraph (B), by striking ‘‘2014 punished, and prevented from doing it support H.R. 777. through 2019’’ and inserting ‘‘2019 through again. This, in turn, allows victims to Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- 2024’’; and obtain some measure of justice and so- ance of my time. (B) in subparagraph (C), by striking ‘‘2014 ciety to take violent criminals off the Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield through 2019’’ and inserting ‘‘2019 through streets. DNA evidence also allows us, myself such time as I may consume. 2024’’; and definitively, to exonerate the falsely Madam Speaker, I was actually on (4) in subsection (j), by striking ‘‘2015 the Arizona task force to look into Ari- through 2019’’ and inserting ‘‘2019 through accused. 2024’’. Over time, however, crime labs zona’s backlog on these rape kits, and SEC. 3. TRAINING AND EDUCATION. across the country, regrettably, devel- so it is something that I am very pas- Section 303(b) of the DNA Sexual Assault oped a large backlog of DNA samples sionate about doing. I am pleased that Justice Act of 2004 (34 U.S.C. 40722(b)) is that they had not tested, an intoler- after months of inaction and after the amended by striking ‘‘2015 through 2019’’ and able situation calling out for Federal authorization for the program had al- inserting ‘‘2019 through 2024’’. action. ready expired, my colleagues in the SEC. 4. SEXUAL ASSAULT FORENSIC EXAM In response, in 2000, I cosponsored the majority have finally brought a Debbie GRANTS. passage of the DNA Analysis Backlog Smith reauthorization bill to the Section 304(d) of the DNA Sexual Assault House floor. Justice Act of 2004 (34 U.S.C. 40723(d)) is Elimination Act, which provided $40 amended by striking ‘‘2015 through 2019’’ and million to help States analyze DNA Unfortunately, I think it is the inserting ‘‘2019 through 2024’’. evidence; and in 2002, I introduced the wrong one. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Rape Kit DNA Analysis Backlog Elimi- Senator CORNYN’s bill, S. 820, passed ant to the rule, the gentleman from nation Act. This legislation authorized the Senate in May by unanimous con- New York (Mr. NADLER) and the gentle- funding to help police departments fi- sent. It has been sitting here in the woman from Arizona (Mrs. LESKO) each nance the testing of rape kits to reduce House waiting to be acted upon for will control 20 minutes. the backlog. Working with my col- more than 5 months. But my col- The Chair recognizes the gentleman leagues and with advocates, we main- leagues have been too busy chasing im- from New York. tained the pressure to address this peachment conspiracies to notice or GENERAL LEAVE problem. care. I offered an amendment right Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I ask Then, in 2004, I was the original co- here at this desk previously on the unanimous consent that all Members sponsor of the Justice for All Act, in- floor to move forward the Debbie have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- troduced by our colleague JIM SENSEN- Smith Act, but the Democrats voted it tend their remarks and include extra- BRENNER. That bill included many of down at that time. The program ex- neous material on the bill under con- the provisions of my 2002 bill. pired at the end of September without sideration. Title II of that bill, named the so much as a glance from my fellow The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Debbie Smith Act by Congresswoman Democratic colleagues. Finally, House objection to the request of the gen- MALONEY, authorized substantial fund- Republicans had to file a discharge pe- tleman from New York? ing for DNA testing and strengthened tition to force consideration of this im- There was no objection. the ability of State and local law en- portant legislation. Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I forcement specifically to test rape Let me repeat that, Madam Speaker. yield myself such time as I may con- kits. We subsequently reauthorized the Democrats were too busy on their cru- sume. Debbie Smith Act in 2008 and again in sade against the duly-elected President Madam Speaker, I rise in strong sup- 2014. to engage in their efforts to nullify the port of H.R. 777, the Debbie Smith Re- In recent years, the grants we have will and vote of the American people to authorization Act of 2019. reauthorized under the Debbie Smith take up and pass a bipartisan bill to The Debbie Smith Act, named for a Act have supported the work of crime help rape survivors and victims and courageous woman who has fought for labs to build capacity and process DNA law enforcement.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.027 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8405 Even today, all we are doing is ensur- Committee. Debbie was a rape sur- knowing the VAWA bill was so con- ing there will be more delay in the re- vivor, and I remember being struck by troversial and it wouldn’t be heard in authorization of this vital program. her story of waiting more than 6 years the Senate. So, in fact, never in the That is because rather than pass the for her rape kit to be processed. And history of the Violence Against Women bipartisan bill the Senate passed 5 Debbie’s story is not unique. Act has the Debbie Smith Act been in- months ago, the majority is bringing Across this country, DNA evidence cluded in that bill. And, in fact, I have an alternative bill to the floor. collected at crime scenes sits in a been told that Debbie Smith herself did In the ultimate act of hubris and par- backlog, because forensic labs have not want it included in the Violence tisanship, the majority is insisting limited capacity or resources to proc- Against Women Act, because she knew that this body pass a bill with an H.R. ess it in a timely manner. it was controversial. number instead of the Senate bill that So I wrote and passed the Debbie Madam Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to has sat idle here for 5 months. Smith Act, which at the time was the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. What would happen if we passed the called the most important antirape CLINE). Senate bill? It would go immediately 16 legislation ever signed into law. Mr. CLINE. Madam Speaker, Debbie blocks down Pennsylvania Avenue and The results of the grant program Smith’s courage to share her story be signed by the President today. In- speak for themselves. The National In- with the world has changed the lives of stead, unfortunately, the majority is stitute of Justice reports that since millions, and the law bearing her name engaging, I believe, in a game of polit- 2005 Debbie Smith funding is respon- has helped countless victims of sexual ical brinksmanship and holding their sible for 192,000, or about 42 percent, of assault see their attackers face the jus- authorization of these precious grant DNA matches in the FBI database. tice they deserve. dollars hostage, grant dollars that pro- So when it can match and convict a The importance of DNA evidence in vide closure and solace to countless rapist, it prevents future rapes. The criminal investigations and prosecu- survivors of rape and the family mem- FBI says rapists will attack roughly tions is unquestionable. Since this pro- bers of victims of rape. seven times, so if you catch that per- gram was first enacted, incredible The majority’s actions are putting an son and put them in jail, you protect progress has been made to reduce DNA unnecessary delay in getting this pro- other women from being hurt. backlogs. In my home State of Vir- gram reauthorized. And for what rea- And as improved technology enables ginia, the FBI’s National DNA Index son? I can’t think of a single good rea- collection of DNA evidence, demand for contains more than 447,000 offender son. Perhaps someone on the other side grant funding has dramatically in- profiles and has aided in more than of the aisle can provide one. Is that creased. We need this funding. This 11,000 criminal investigations. what they want? They want the credit funding keeps rapists and other crimi- This legislation will reauthorize this for the bill, a House bill instead of a nals off the street, and perhaps more vital program and will continue to sup- Senate bill? importantly, the program can deliver port State and local law enforcement As Debbie Smith herself was recently some measure of justice to survivors of agencies’ efforts to reduce DNA back- quoted, ‘‘Don’t punish the victims.’’ violence. logs and analyze DNA evidence col- Not acting on the Senate bill is doing Unfortunately, this Debbie Smith lected from crimes. just that. Act authorization expired on Sep- As a former prosecutor, I know all Madam Speaker, I will support this tember 30. And the Violence Against too well how critical DNA evidence is bill today. I believe these programs and Women Reauthorization Act passed by to achieving justice for victims of sex- the survivors they serve are too crit- this House that included an extension ual violence. I have been a strong advo- ical to be the subject of partisan of the Debbie Smith program has not cate to reauthorize this program. I games. I am disappointed, however, been passed in the Senate. signed the discharge petition and spoke that my colleagues do not feel the I truly want to thank not only Chair- on this bill last month. same way, otherwise they would put man NADLER, but also Speaker PELOSI, With passage of this bill today, we forward the Senate bill. I expect and Leader HOYER, the entire Democratic move a step closer to protecting people hope we will be back on this floor in Caucus for recognizing the importance from violent sexual predators and the very near future to pass a bill to of this grant program and moving H.R. allow justice to be served through our actually authorize this vital program. 777 forward. legal system. Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- Despite its lapse in authorization, we It would have been better if we had ance of my time. have an opportunity to make sure that taken up the Senate bill instead of Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I re- this successful program continues to pointing fingers and casting blame, but mind my colleagues that the reauthor- help solve and prevent violent rape and I hope that we will pass legislation ization of this bill has been sitting in protect survivors. quickly to get this grant money to the the VAWA reauthorization bill passed The Debbie Smith Act has always en- States and to those agencies that need by this House many months ago, it has joyed broad bipartisan support, and I it to make sure that justice is served. been sitting in the Senate since then. hope we continue that tradition today. I urge my colleagues to support this Madam Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to I urge all of my colleagues to support legislation. the distinguished gentlewoman from the reauthorization of the Debbie Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I New York (Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY). Smith Act. It protects women from yield 3 minutes to the distinguished Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New sexual violence. It is important. gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON York. I thank the gentleman from the And, again, I thank all of my col- LEE). great State of New York for yielding leagues that have supported this legis- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, and for his outstanding leadership on lation in the past, particularly ANN I thank the gentleman from New York the Judiciary Committee. WAGNER, who has championed fighting for yielding, and I express my apprecia- Madam Speaker, I rise in support of sex trafficking and protecting women tion to the manager of our friends on this bill, H.R. 777, the Debbie Smith in other areas. the other side of the aisle, my col- Reauthorization Act, as amended. I Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, the league from Arizona, and my colleague was pleased to introduce this bill with chairman said he wanted to remind me on the Judiciary Committee. my colleague and good friend ANN and others that the Debbie Smith Act Let me say, first of all, to CAROLYN WAGNER of Missouri. was included in the VAWA Act that MALONEY, if we go down memory lane, I first passed this bill in 2004. This was passed out of the House. You didn’t we have been together on this issue critical State backlog grant program have to remind me. Unfortunately, as from the very start. We know when you provides funding for forensic labs and he knows and others know, the VAWA had Debbie Smith come when she was local law enforcement to process DNA Act was loaded with liberal poison pills willing to speak at a time that, I would evidence, including rape kits. knowing that Republicans wouldn’t say, was most concerning in the early In 2001, I invited a woman named vote for it, and it was a political act. stages of this. She was willing to come Debbie Smith to testify before the And so, to me, it was a political act to the United States Congress and to Oversight and Government Reform to also include it in the VAWA bill, share her story.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.029 H23OCPT1 H8406 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 And, Congresswoman MALONEY, let for men and boys, something very Since the Debbie Smith program was me thank you for crafting the legisla- unique. I can’t view that as controver- created back in 2005, nearly 200,000 tion, working with any number of bi- sial. DNA matches have been made in crimi- partisan cosponsors, some of whom are We, likewise, have extended the pro- nal cases, providing justice to victims no longer in the United States Con- tection of the arm of justice to Native in cases that may have otherwise gone gress, but I remember as a member of American women. unsolved. the Judiciary Committee being very And, let me just speak to law en- But law enforcement can’t keep up. closely aligned and supporting this bill. forcement, because I speak to them al- Untested DNA cases have increased by And so we have made great strides. most every weekend that I am at 85 percent since 2011. In my own home And the over 140,000 cases that have home: $291 million; and the creativity State of Missouri alone, more than been solved is a testament to the great of prosecutors, local prosecutors, and 5,400 untested rape kits are sitting in need of this legislation. There is no law enforcement is amazing with those labs and in storerooms. We need the doubt. dollars. Debbie Smith programs now more than And, of course, as we know from So I believe that we can do both. We ever. 2004—that is 15 years ago—that at that can continue to affirm and complement This legislation authorizes $151 mil- time, and continuing to a certain ex- the enormity of the work of CAROLYN lion for Debbie Smith DNA Backlog tent, the enormity of the backlog. MALONEY, the years of work that we Grant programs, $4.5 million for grants Those of us who interact with law en- have worked with her and attacked the to State and local governments for forcement and interact with our dis- backlog, which none of us ever want to training programs, and $30 million for trict attorneys, we know that that has hear or see. We want no backlog. State and local governments to create been an atrocious Achilles heel in pro- We hope that this bill moves in the programs to collect and use DNA evi- viding comfort and justice to those Senate, but it is not accurate that this dence related to sexual assault. who have been violated. bill, the Violence Against Women Act— The Senate unanimously sent their I am reminded of the forensic lab there are active supporters of this leg- version of this legislation over to the that we had in Houston; we had to do a islation in the Senate, and I am look- House in May, but the House leadership completely massive overhaul for the ing forward to what we do best, work- did not bring it to the floor, allowing it Harris County lab to ensure that we ing in a bipartisan manner to pass the to expire on September 30. were in compliance or that we were Debbie Smith DNA bill and pass, to Both Democrats and Republicans on going after the backlog. That is the give relief to victims of domestic vio- the Judiciary Committee, along with word that we should be focused on, the lence and others, the Violence Against Congresswoman MALONEY, have led the ‘‘backlog.’’ Backlog means injustice or Women Act. charge on this reauthorization. It sad- no justice. Madam Speaker, I ask Members to dens me that the Judiciary members And certainly, as I have heard sto- vote for Debbie Smith. had to file a discharge petition to get Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield ries—just as recently as last night, I Speaker PELOSI to put this bill on the was on the phone with a constituent 5 minutes to the gentlewoman from floor. with a story that was just over- Missouri (Mrs. WAGNER), my friend. This is not about personal ownership Mrs. WAGNER. Madam Speaker, I whelming, and she was trying to craft or asserting the House’s authority. thank the gentlewoman from Arizona her next direction. This is about getting something signed (Mrs. LESKO), my friend, for yielding. And so this legislation is answering into law. Madam Speaker, I rise today to urge the pain of individuals who have come I worry that the Senate version of my colleagues to support H.R. 777, the forward—and even those who are not this bill includes accountability and Debbie Smith Reauthorization Act. able to identify a person immediately, performance measures that are not in Along with my friend CAROLYN MALO- and the DNA provides that oppor- the House bill. If the Senate bill were NEY, I introduced the Debbie Smith Act tunity—and it reauthorizes the bill. It being voted upon today, the President ensures that grantee states and local- with the support of the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network, RAINN. could sign it into law tomorrow. ities prioritize DNA analysis of crime Looking forward, I implore both par- scene samples, rape kits, other sexual Madam Speaker, I thank Congress- woman MALONEY for her untiring work ties, House and Senate, to ensure the assault evidence, and also carries cases Debbie Smith Reauthorization gets to without an identified suspect. to end and prevent sex trafficking and other forms of violence against women, the President’s desk as soon as pos- I am glad that this bill is on the sible. floor. But let me be very clear, we which I also support, and for her will- Madam Speaker, I thank Leader wrote a Violence Against Women Act ingness to reach across the aisle to get MCCARTHY, Ranking Member COLLINS, starting in 2017 that was a monumental things done. She is a warrior for vul- Chairman NADLER very, very much, tribute to this month, in fact, which is nerable women and children, and I am and Congresswoman MALONEY most of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. so proud to work with her on this im- portant legislation. all. b 1330 Debbie Smith programs provide Madam Speaker, I urge my col- We know that there are many around much-needed funding for crime labs to leagues to join me in reauthorizing the Nation who have experienced and process DNA evidence and strengthen these programs that convict dangerous suffered this. In fact, there was a re- the national DNA database, which has predators and help victims to get the cent trial in Houston with a family over 17 million profiles in it. It pro- justice that they deserve. that was killed in totality, except one vides justice to victims. Under Debbie Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield member, because of domestic violence. Smith, Congress provides $151 million, 2 minutes to the gentleman from North We need the Violence Against Women annually, to State and local labs for Dakota (Mr. ARMSTRONG), my friend. Act. And I might take an exception to DNA and rape kit testing. Mr. ARMSTRONG. Madam Speaker, the fact that this bill is a holistic bill. Better technology has improved our only in Congress can we fight about It is a law enforcement bill. It is a bill ability to test and track DNA samples something that I think we all generally of improving services to victims of do- from crime scenes, and this data is agree on. mestic violence and dating violence making a real difference in the efforts The bill the House is considering and sexual assault. to bring rapists and other sexual preda- today will reauthorize the Debbie The SPEAKER pro tempore. The tors of sexual violence to justice. The Smith grant program. I strongly sup- time of the gentlewoman has expired. FBI DNA database has been used in port reauthorization. Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I more than—are you ready for this, But this law has a 15-year history of yield an additional 1 minute to the Madam Speaker?—465,270 investiga- nearly unanimous support in Congress gentlewoman from Texas. tions. under both Republican and Democratic Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, One in five rape kits entered into the majorities and Presidents, but more we have some very unique aspects in national database generates a DNA importantly, it has a 15-year history as that legislation. We have counseling match pointing to a serial rapist. a standalone bill.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.031 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8407 So my question is: What changed? shouldn’t pass it. We should only pass a than by standing here and saying: When did it become so essential to be- bill exactly the way the Senate wants Don’t pass this bill. Only pass a bill— come a part of VAWA? And if it is es- it; otherwise, it is only for show. which we won’t do—exactly in a form sential to be a part of VAWA, then why On this bill, look what happened. that we don’t like, exactly the way the did we pull it out, and why are we vot- This reauthorization was included in Senate wanted it. ing on it again as a standalone bill? the VAWA reauthorization, which we Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- On May 16, the Senate continued the passed and sent to the Senate. ance of my time. bipartisan tradition and they passed a Ah, but that was political, we are Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield standalone reauthorization. We sat on told, because the Senate doesn’t agree myself such time as I may consume. that bill for months in the House. in every respect with the VAWA reau- Madam Speaker, I don’t think that House Republicans—I know; I was thorization we passed, so they won’t anybody said that we have to do ex- part of it. I was on the floor arguing for touch it. actly what the Senate asks all the it before the last break, before the Sep- Well, I don’t understand that. I al- time, but it does make sense that, if a tember 30 authorization lapsed. We ways thought, from the time I was in Senate bill has been sitting here for 5 tried twice to get it voted on. third grade, that they should pass their months and it extends it, what we are As stated by the founder of the Rape, own version of the VAWA bill. If it is doing in the House bill, plus it has ac- Abuse, and Incest National Network, different from ours, we go to con- countability measures, that it would the House is using the Debbie Smith ference. get done sooner and it would get signed Act as leverage to get the Senate to But, no. No, we can’t rely on them to into law sooner, and then the States pass other things that have nothing to do that. They have to have a bill that and the local law enforcement would do with DNA testing. they agree with totally, or they won’t have the money sooner to get rid of the So, finally, today we brought the look at the subject no matter how im- backlog of the rape kits. That is all we Debbie Smith Act to the floor, but even portant. are saying. today, it is the wrong bill. The bill we Ah, but they introduced their own. So I don’t understand the reason we are considering today has some serious They took it out of VAWA, and they are just not doing that bill, except flaws, but, more importantly, it is did their own Debbie Smith bill. maybe that they want an H.R. name, making changes to the Senate bill that Fine. We are doing a Debbie Smith some House Member’s name on it in- nobody ever asked for. bill because we don’t agree exactly stead of a Senate Member’s name on it. Just like the Senate, it extends the with what they did. They put in some That is all I can think of. program to 2024. However, for some new accountability provisions. We have Madam Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to reason, we have inexplicably omitted always had accountability provisions the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. CHABOT), accountability provisions that Con- in the bill, still there. It has always my friend. gress has required for these grant pro- been the law. They are adding some Mr. CHABOT. Madam Speaker, I rise grams for nearly a decade. new ones which we judge to be unduly today in support of H.R. 777, the Debbie These accountability measures are burdensome on small providers. It is a Smith Reauthorization Act of 2019. important. They include mandating a judgment. Madam Speaker, I want to thank our report on the effectiveness of the grant We should pass this bill. They have colleagues, CAROLYN MALONEY and program to reduce the backlog of passed a different version of the bill. DEBBIE LESKO and others, for their unanalyzed DNA evidence in sexual as- We can go to conference, iron it out. leadership on this important legisla- sault cases. They require recommenda- That is the way the process is supposed tion to reauthorize the DNA Backlog tions to enhance the grant program, to work. Elimination grant program for another and they require the National Institute My Republican colleagues seem to 5 years. of Justice to define goals of the DNA think that we should never talk to the Madam Speaker, there are over Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Senate; we should only pass a bill ex- 400,000 victims of sexual assault in this Reduction program and develop per- actly the way they passed it. Or if they country each and every year. That formance measures for each one of haven’t passed it exactly the way we equates to approximately one sexual these goals. All of these are worthy. know they will want it and if we pass assault per minute. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The a bill differently, then it is just polit- Debbie Smith was one of those vic- time of the gentleman has expired. ical posturing. That is nonsense. tims; and although she underwent fo- Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield This reauthorization bill is a good rensic examination, her kit went the gentleman from North Dakota an bill. It is the way we think it ought to unanalyzed for over 5 years. The pur- additional 30 seconds. be. If we pass it—they have already pose of this legislation is to ensure Mr. ARMSTRONG. Madam Speaker, I passed a different reauthorization bill. that no other victim ever has to wait can’t think of an issue where account- I regret that they didn’t pass the entire that long for justice again. ability matters more than when we are VAWA reauthorization bill, but we can DNA analysis is an invaluable tool in collecting DNA evidence to get convic- go to conference. We can iron it out. identifying and convicting criminal tions of violent sexual offenders and to If someone wants to argue that the suspects. The increased use of DNA evi- give some semblance of justice. provisions in that bill are better, let dence in criminal prosecutions has led I am going to support the bill. I hope them offer it here, but not be heard to to an increase in the collection and we get it back quickly. I hope we get to say we should only do exactly what the processing of DNA kits, which has led some resolution with the Senate. This Senate wants. That doesn’t make to a substantial backlog in the proc- needs to be done as quickly as possible. sense. essing of DNA evidence, really, all Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, how We are our own independent body. We across the country. much time do I have remaining? were elected to do our job. This is the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- way we want to do it. This is the way b 1345 tleman from New York has 81⁄2 minutes we think the bill ought to be. We put it Fortunately, last year, after a 7-year remaining. in the VAWA reauthorization bill. We effort, my home State of Ohio was able Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I have given up waiting for the Senate to clear its backlog of nearly 14,000 of yield myself such time as I may con- on that one. these kits, but many other States sume. They passed a Debbie Smith bill in a haven’t been so successful. In March, Madam Speaker, I am a little puzzled version we don’t entirely approve of. the GAO estimated that the number of by what I am hearing on the floor We will pass our own version. We will backlog requests for crime scene evi- today and, frankly, what I heard in get together. We will see if we can dence nearly doubled to nearly 170,000. committee this morning on a different agree on it. That is the way the process Unfortunately, at the end of Sep- bill. ought to work. tember, the funding authorization for The gist of that is, well, we passed a If we pass this bill, that is the way this program expired. bill, but we know it is not exactly the the process will work, and we are more While the legislation offered by Con- way the Senate wants it; therefore, we likely to get a reauthorization bill gresswoman MALONEY is an important

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.033 H23OCPT1 H8408 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 step in the right direction, this body Reauthorization Act, expired last Sep- In my congressional district, these grant pro- really should have already considered tember 30, 2018, when the Republicans grams have resulted in forensic laboratories the Senate-passed reauthorization so had the majority in the House, the ma- being hired to clear much of the Houston Po- as to get it to the President’s desk. jority in the Senate, and the President. lice Department’s backlog of untested DNA Continued funding will ensure that So the fact that it lapsed was unfortu- benefit from this type of legislation. law enforcement nationwide will have nate, but it was also the responsibility Just within the past year, decades-old rape the resources they need to process DNA of the Republican Party, which then kits that sat untested in Houston have identi- evidence, prosecute, and punish those had control of the Senate, the House, fied at least one-third of potential offenders in who commit these heinous acts of vio- and the Presidency to get its continu- cases where there was sufficient DNA, ac- lence. ation, which they neglected to do. cording to the Houston Police Department. Again, I thank Congresswoman We continue to urge the Senate to do In my district more than 6,600 rape kits MALONEY and Congresswoman LESKO the right thing and pass the reauthor- have been cleared because of the funding for their leadership on this, and I urge ization of the Violence Against Women made possible by the grant programs that its passage. Act, which includes the Debbie Smith H.R. 777 will reauthorize. Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I re- Reauthorization Act. This record of success highlights the impor- serve the balance of my time. And we will also, again, today pass tance and continuing need to provide ade- Mrs. LESKO. Madam Speaker, I yield provisions to reauthorize the Debbie quate funding so law enforcement agencies myself the balance of my time. Smith Act by advancing this bill can conduct necessary DNA testing and train- In closing, Madam Speaker, I will today. In doing so, we reaffirm our ing. support this bill, and I urge my col- commitment to this important pro- Madam Speaker, when enacted in 2004, the leagues to do the same. While this is gram. Debbie Smith Act was the first piece of legisla- not the most expeditious manner to get I, therefore, urge my colleagues to tion aimed at ending the backlog of untested this vital program reauthorized, it is support this bill, and to continue to rape kits and other unanalyzed DNA evidence. the one that our Democratic majority fight to support the more comprehen- Debbie Smith grants have played a critical has put before us. sive measures in the Violence Against role in states across the country. I am not in the habit of holding rape Women Act. The importance of the Debbie Smith Act is victims and survivors hostage to play Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- highlighted by the fact that delays in proc- political games, and it really deeply ance of my time. essing DNA evidence can result in delays ap- saddens me that it appears that our Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, as a prehending or prosecuting violent or serial of- majority may be doing this. senior member of both the Judiciary Com- fenders or it can result in wrongfully convicted We had the opportunity to pass the mittee and a co-sponsor, I rise in strong sup- individuals serving time in prison for crimes Senate bill, and it has been sitting here port of H.R. 777, the ‘‘Debbie Smith Reauthor- they did not commit. for 5 months. We had the opportunity ization Act of 2019,’’ which reauthorizes the Law enforcement has increasingly recog- to show rape victims and survivors Debbie Smith Act and the Debbie Smith Back- nized that the backlog of DNA evidence await- that we care about their plight. We had log Grant program for an additional five years, ing entry in state databases can prevent law the opportunity to send the Debbie through FY 2024. enforcement officials from solving many hei- Smith Reauthorization Act of 2019 to These grant programs to address DNA nous crimes—which has made the Debbie the President’s desk today. Instead, backlogs and provide DNA training and tech- Smith Act recognized as such a crucial pro- our majority has decided to squander nical assistance on local, state, and federal gram. these opportunities. levels. Madam Speaker, the DNA Initiative is an in- It was bad enough that the Demo- It is essential that these programs be reau- valuable tool for law enforcement today, and it cratic majority allowed this authoriza- thorized so that the backlog of unprocessed will continue to be a legislative priority of mine. tion to elapse last month. It is even rape kits can be reduced and then eliminated, That is why I am pleased to co-sponsor H.R. worse that we are placing this reau- and perpetrators of sexual assault crimes can 777 and urge my colleagues to join me in vot- thorization into the realm of uncer- be prosecuted and convicted. ing to approve this critically important legisla- tainty. There is an ever-present need to continue tion. There is no timetable or guarantee robust funding for programs such as the Why We Also Need the Enactment of the that the Senate will act on this bill. Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program in Entire Violence Against Women Reauthoriza- The one thing we know is that if we order to make sure victims do not fall through tion Act were voting on the Senate bill, it would the cracks of the system. Although the country needs the provisions pass today. It could have been signed Women who have been raped have a right of the Debbie Smith Act, survivors of domestic by the President immediately. Unfor- to expect police to thoroughly investigate the violence and sexual assault need and deserve tunately, we are now only marginally case and prosecute the offenders; however, more. better off than we were this morning many rape kits across the country are never The Senate must pass the full VAWA Reau- with regards to this reauthorization. even tested, and the perpetrators never face thorization, which includes: In the rush to impeach our President, justice. Improving services for victims of domestic our majority appears to have forgotten Under the Debbie Smith Act, not less than violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and what we were sent here to do. Despite 40 percent of the total amount awarded in stalking; the petty motives sometimes of our grants must be used for DNA analyses of Giving law enforcement enhanced tools to majority, I will vote for the bill before samples from crime scenes, rape kits and combat domestic violence and sexual assault; us today and show support for the vic- other sexual assault evidence, and in cases Making vital new investments in prevention; tims and survivors of rape. I urge my that do not have an identified suspect. Helping to better protect Native American colleagues to do the same. Madam Speaker, the number of backlogged women; Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- DNA samples was in excess of 100,000 na- Preserving and improving housing protec- ance of my time. tionwide as recently as January 2014. tions for survivors; Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I H.R. 777 reauthorizes for five years (until Strengthening the health care system’s re- yield myself the balance of my time to the end of fiscal year 2024) the following pro- sponse to domestic violence and sexual as- close. grams: sault. Madam Speaker, it is critical that we 1. ‘‘Debbie Smith Reauthorization’’ grants The SPEAKER pro tempore. The do all that we can to prevent sexual as- for state and local DNA crime laboratories to question is on the motion offered by sault and that we ensure survivors re- address DNA backlogs and enhance their ca- the gentleman from New York (Mr. ceive the essential services they need, pacity. NADLER) that the House suspend the which is why we passed the reauthor- 2. DNA training and technical directed to rules and pass the bill, H.R. 777, as ization of the Violence Against Women law enforcement, courts, forensic scientists, amended. Act earlier this year. and corrections. The question was taken. And I would remind my colleagues 3. DNA training and technical assistance di- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the that the VAWA Act, which included rected to sexual assault nurse examiner/ opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being the authorization for the Debbie Smith (‘‘SANE’’) programs. in the affirmative, the ayes have it.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.035 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8409 Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, on Green, Al (TX) Lynch Sarbanes Scalise Stewart Weber (TX) Grijalva Malinowski Scanlon Schweikert Taylor Webster (FL) that I demand the yeas and nays. Haaland Maloney, Schakowsky Scott, Austin Thornberry Wenstrup The yeas and nays were ordered. Harder (CA) Carolyn B. Schiff Sensenbrenner Tipton Westerman The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Hastings Maloney, Sean Schneider Shimkus Turner Williams ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Hayes Matsui Schrader Simpson Upton Wilson (SC) Heck McAdams Schrier Smith (MO) Wagner Wittman ceedings on this motion will be post- Higgins (NY) McBath Scott (VA) Smith (NE) Walberg Womack poned. Hill (CA) McCollum Scott, David Smith (NJ) Walden Woodall Himes McGovern Serrano Spano Walker Wright f Horn, Kendra S. McNerney Sewell (AL) Stauber Walorski Yoho Horsford Meeks Shalala Stefanik Waltz Young ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Houlahan Meng Sherman Steube Watkins Zeldin PRO TEMPORE Hoyer Moore Sherrill Huffman Moulton Sires NOT VOTING—28 The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. Jackson Lee Mucarsel-Powell Slotkin Amodei Gabbard Reschenthaler JACKSON LEE). Proceedings will resume Jayapal Murphy (FL) Smith (WA) Bergman Grothman Roe, David P. on questions previously postponed. Jeffries Nadler Soto Bilirakis Joyce (PA) Smucker Johnson (GA) Napolitano Spanberger Votes will be taken in the following Bishop (NC) Keller Steil Johnson (TX) Neal Speier Collins (GA) Kelly (PA) Stivers order: Kaptur Neguse Stanton Davis, Danny K. Lowey Takano Ordering the previous question on Keating Norcross Stevens Eshoo McEachin Thompson (PA) Kelly (IL) O’Halleran Suozzi House Resolution 650; and Estes Meuser Timmons Kennedy Ocasio-Cortez Swalwell (CA) Evans Morelle Adoption of House Resolution 650, if Khanna Omar Thompson (CA) Fudge Peters ordered. Kildee Pallone Thompson (MS) The first electronic vote will be con- Kilmer Panetta Titus b 1419 Kim Pappas Tlaib ducted as a 15-minute vote. Pursuant Kind Pascrell Tonko Messrs. LUCAS and GUEST changed to clause 9 of rule XX, remaining elec- Kirkpatrick Payne Torres (CA) their vote from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ tronic votes will be conducted as 5- Krishnamoorthi Perlmutter Torres Small Mr. HECK and Ms. WILD changed Kuster (NH) Peterson (NM) minute votes. Lamb Phillips Trahan their vote from ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ f Langevin Pingree Trone So the previous question was ordered. Larsen (WA) Pocan Underwood The result of the vote was announced PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Larson (CT) Porter Van Drew as above recorded. Lawrence Pressley Vargas OF H.R. 4617, STOPPING HARM- Lawson (FL) Price (NC) Veasey Stated against: FUL INTERFERENCE IN ELEC- Lee (CA) Quigley Vela Mr. ESTES. Madam Speaker, had I been TIONS FOR A LASTING DEMOC- Lee (NV) Raskin Vela´ zquez present, I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall Levin (CA) Rice (NY) Visclosky RACY ACT Levin (MI) Richmond Wasserman No. 579. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Lewis Rose (NY) Schultz The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the unfin- Lieu, Ted Rouda Waters question is on the resolution. Lipinski Roybal-Allard Watson Coleman The question was taken; and the ished business is the vote on ordering Loebsack Ruiz Welch the previous question on the resolution Lofgren Ruppersberger Wexton Speaker pro tempore announced that (H. Res. 650) providing for consider- Lowenthal Rush Wild the ayes appeared to have it. Luja´ n Ryan Wilson (FL) Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, on that I ation of the bill (H.R. 4617) to amend Luria Sa´ nchez Yarmuth the Federal Election Campaign Act of demand the yeas and nays. 1971 to clarify the obligation to report NAYS—180 The yeas and nays were ordered. acts of foreign election influence and Abraham Fitzpatrick LaHood The SPEAKER pro tempore. This require implementation of compliance Aderholt Fleischmann LaMalfa will be a 5-minute vote. and reporting systems by Federal cam- Allen Flores Lamborn The vote was taken by electronic de- Amash Fortenberry Latta vice, and there were—yeas 226, nays paigns to detect and report such acts, Armstrong Foxx (NC) Lesko and for other purposes, on which the Arrington Fulcher Long 180, not voting 25, as follows: yeas and nays were ordered. Babin Gaetz Loudermilk [Roll No. 580] Bacon Gallagher Lucas The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Baird Gianforte Luetkemeyer YEAS—226 tion. Balderson Gibbs Marchant Adams Cooper Golden The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Banks Gohmert Marshall Aguilar Correa Gomez Barr Gonzalez (OH) Massie Allred Costa Gonzalez (TX) question is on ordering the previous Biggs Gooden Mast Axne Courtney Gottheimer question. Bishop (UT) Gosar McCarthy Barraga´ n Cox (CA) Green, Al (TX) The vote was taken by electronic de- Bost Granger McCaul Bass Craig Grijalva vice, and there were—yeas 223, nays Brady Graves (GA) McClintock Beatty Crist Haaland Brooks (AL) Graves (LA) McHenry Bera Crow Harder (CA) 180, not voting 28, as follows: Brooks (IN) Graves (MO) McKinley Beyer Cuellar Hastings [Roll No. 579] Buchanan Green (TN) Meadows Bishop (GA) Cunningham Hayes Buck Griffith Miller Blumenauer Davids (KS) Heck YEAS—223 Bucshon Guest Mitchell Blunt Rochester Davis (CA) Higgins (NY) Adams Castor (FL) DeGette Budd Guthrie Moolenaar Bonamici Davis, Danny K. Hill (CA) Aguilar Castro (TX) DeLauro Burchett Hagedorn Mooney (WV) Boyle, Brendan Dean Himes Allred Chu, Judy DelBene Burgess Harris Mullin F. DeFazio Horn, Kendra S. Axne Cicilline Delgado Byrne Hartzler Murphy (NC) Brindisi DeGette Horsford Barraga´ n Cisneros Demings Calvert Hern, Kevin Newhouse Brown (MD) DeLauro Houlahan Bass Clark (MA) DeSaulnier Carter (GA) Herrera Beutler Norman Brownley (CA) DelBene Hoyer Beatty Clarke (NY) Deutch Carter (TX) Hice (GA) Nunes Bustos Delgado Huffman Bera Clay Dingell Chabot Higgins (LA) Olson Butterfield Demings Jackson Lee Beyer Cleaver Doggett Cheney Hill (AR) Palazzo Carbajal DeSaulnier Jayapal Bishop (GA) Clyburn Doyle, Michael Cline Holding Palmer Ca´ rdenas Deutch Jeffries Blumenauer Cohen F. Cloud Hollingsworth Pence Carson (IN) Dingell Johnson (GA) Blunt Rochester Connolly Engel Cole Hudson Perry Cartwright Doggett Johnson (TX) Bonamici Cooper Escobar Comer Huizenga Posey Case Doyle, Michael Kaptur Boyle, Brendan Correa Espaillat Conaway Hunter Ratcliffe Casten (IL) F. Keating F. Costa Finkenauer Cook Hurd (TX) Reed Castor (FL) Engel Kelly (IL) Brindisi Courtney Fletcher Crawford Johnson (LA) Rice (SC) Castro (TX) Escobar Kennedy Brown (MD) Cox (CA) Foster Crenshaw Johnson (OH) Riggleman Chu, Judy Espaillat Khanna Brownley (CA) Craig Frankel Curtis Johnson (SD) Roby Cicilline Evans Kildee Bustos Crist Gallego Davidson (OH) Jordan Rodgers (WA) Cisneros Finkenauer Kilmer Butterfield Crow Garamendi Davis, Rodney Joyce (OH) Rogers (AL) Clark (MA) Fletcher Kim Carbajal Cuellar Garcı´a (IL) DesJarlais Katko Rogers (KY) Clarke (NY) Foster Kind Ca´ rdenas Cunningham Garcia (TX) Diaz-Balart Kelly (MS) Rooney (FL) Clay Frankel Kirkpatrick Carson (IN) Davids (KS) Golden Duncan King (IA) Rose, John W. Cleaver Gallego Krishnamoorthi Cartwright Davis (CA) Gomez Dunn King (NY) Rouzer Clyburn Garamendi Kuster (NH) Case Dean Gonzalez (TX) Emmer Kinzinger Roy Cohen Garcı´a (IL) Lamb Casten (IL) DeFazio Gottheimer Ferguson Kustoff (TN) Rutherford Connolly Garcia (TX) Langevin

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:14 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.036 H23OCPT1 H8410 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 Larsen (WA) O’Halleran Shalala Wittman Wright Young House on the state of the Union for the Larson (CT) Ocasio-Cortez Sherman Womack Yoho Zeldin Lawrence Omar Sherrill consideration of the bill (H.R. 4617) to Lawson (FL) Pallone Sires NOT VOTING—25 amend the Federal Election Campaign Lee (CA) Panetta Slotkin Amodei Joyce (PA) Smucker Act of 1971 to clarify the obligation to Lee (NV) Pappas Smith (WA) Bergman Keller Steil report acts of foreign election influ- Bilirakis Kelly (PA) Levin (CA) Pascrell Soto Stivers ence and require implementation of Levin (MI) Payne Spanberger Bishop (NC) Lowey Takano Lewis Perlmutter Speier Collins (GA) McEachin Thompson (PA) compliance and reporting systems by Lieu, Ted Peterson Stanton Eshoo Meuser Timmons Federal campaigns to detect and report Lipinski Phillips Stevens Fudge Peters Woodall such acts, and for other purposes, with Loebsack Pingree Suozzi Gabbard Reschenthaler Lofgren Pocan Swalwell (CA) Grothman Roe, David P. Mr. CUELLAR in the chair. Lowenthal Porter Thompson (CA) The Clerk read the title of the bill. ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Luja´ n Pressley Thompson (MS) The CHAIR. Pursuant to the rule, the The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Luria Price (NC) Titus bill is considered read the first time. Lynch Quigley Tlaib the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- General debate shall not exceed 1 Malinowski Raskin Tonko ing. Maloney, Rice (NY) Torres (CA) hour equally divided and controlled by Carolyn B. Richmond Torres Small b 1428 the chair and ranking minority mem- Maloney, Sean Rose (NY) (NM) Matsui Rouda Trahan So the resolution was agreed to. ber of the Committee on House Admin- McAdams Roybal-Allard Trone The result of the vote was announced istration. McBath Ruiz Underwood as above recorded. The gentlewoman from California McCollum Ruppersberger Van Drew A motion to reconsider was laid on (Ms. LOFGREN) and the gentleman from McGovern Rush Vargas McNerney Ryan Veasey the table. Illinois (Mr. RODNEY DAVIS) each will Meeks Sa´ nchez Vela PERSONAL EXPLANATION control 30 minutes. Meng Sarbanes Vela´ zquez Mr. DAVID P. ROE of Tennessee. Madam The Chair recognizes the gentle- Moore Scanlon Visclosky woman from California. Morelle Schakowsky Wasserman Speaker, due to a roundtable on veterans sui- Moulton Schiff Schultz cide at the White House, which is part of my Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I yield Mucarsel-Powell Schneider Waters work as Ranking Member of the Veterans Af- myself such time as I may consume. Murphy (FL) Schrader Watson Coleman fairs Committee, I was unable to make the first Mr. Chairman, H.R. 4617 is com- Nadler Schrier Welch Napolitano Scott (VA) Wexton series of votes. prehensive legislation to strengthen Neal Scott, David Wild Had I been present, I would have voted the resilience of our democracy and Neguse Serrano Wilson (FL) ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 579 and ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall protect against foreign interference in Norcross Sewell (AL) Yarmuth No. 580. our elections, including by foreign gov- NAYS—180 PERSONAL EXPLANATION ernments. Mr. BISHOP of North Carolina. Madam These concerns go back to the ear- Abraham Gohmert Moolenaar Aderholt Gonzalez (OH) Mooney (WV) Speaker, I was unable to attend votes be- liest days of our country. In his fare- Allen Gooden Mullin tween October 15 and 23 due to a long stand- well address to the people of the United Amash Gosar Murphy (NC) ing family committment. While this would not States, our first President, George Armstrong Granger Newhouse have change the outcome, below is how I Washington, warned that ‘‘Against the Arrington Graves (GA) Norman Babin Graves (LA) Nunes would have voted on each roll call. insidious wiles of foreign influence . . . Bacon Graves (MO) Olson Had I been present, I would have voted: the jealousy of a free people ought to Baird Green (TN) Palazzo ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 576, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. be constantly awake, since history and Balderson Griffith Palmer 577, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 578, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall Banks Guest Pence experience prove that foreign influence Barr Guthrie Perry No. 579, and ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 580. is one of the most baneful foes of the Biggs Hagedorn Posey PERSONAL EXPLANATION republican government.’’ Bishop (UT) Harris Ratcliffe Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, The Mr. Chair, the 2020 Federal elections Bost Hartzler Reed Brady Hern, Kevin Rice (SC) White House held a roundtable on the Na- are fast-approaching. Public confidence Brooks (AL) Herrera Beutler Riggleman tional Crisis of Veteran Suicide, which I was and trust in our elections is of the ut- Brooks (IN) Hice (GA) Roby invited to be a part of. Had I been present, I most importance. We know that for- Buchanan Higgins (LA) Rodgers (WA) would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 579 Buck Hill (AR) Rogers (AL) eign adversaries are working to under- Bucshon Holding Rogers (KY) and ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 580. mine that trust today. To quote former Budd Hollingsworth Rooney (FL) f Special Counsel Mueller in July, ‘‘They Burchett Hudson Rose, John W. STOPPING HARMFUL INTER- are doing it as we sit here.’’ Burgess Huizenga Rouzer Our adversaries have a variety of Byrne Hunter Roy FERENCE IN ELECTIONS FOR A Calvert Hurd (TX) Rutherford LASTING DEMOCRACY ACT tools to interfere in our democracy. Carter (GA) Johnson (LA) Scalise These tools sow disinformation to pro- Carter (TX) Johnson (OH) Schweikert GENERAL LEAVE voke discord. Their goal is to divide us Chabot Johnson (SD) Scott, Austin Ms. LOFGREN. Madam Speaker, I Cheney Jordan Sensenbrenner and attack our values of equality and Cline Joyce (OH) Shimkus ask unanimous consent that all Mem- freedom. Their tactics are calculated Cloud Katko Simpson bers may have 5 legislative days in to undermine confidence in our demo- Cole Kelly (MS) Smith (MO) which to revise and extend their re- cratic institutions so that they will Comer King (IA) Smith (NE) marks and to insert extraneous mate- Conaway King (NY) Smith (NJ) collapse under the pressure of the divi- Cook Kinzinger Spano rial on H.R. 4617. sion and distrust. The need to act is ur- Crawford Kustoff (TN) Stauber The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there gent. Crenshaw LaHood Stefanik objection to the request of the gentle- We have been warned repeatedly Curtis LaMalfa Steube woman from California? Davidson (OH) Lamborn Stewart about this. The former Director of Na- Davis, Rodney Latta Taylor There was no objection. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- tional Intelligence, Dan Coats, wrote DesJarlais Lesko Thornberry earlier this year in his Worldwide Diaz-Balart Long Tipton ant to House Resolution 650 and rule Duncan Loudermilk Turner XVIII, the Chair declares the House in Threat Assessment, that as the 2020 Dunn Lucas Upton the Committee of the Whole House on elections advance, our ‘‘adversaries and Emmer Luetkemeyer Wagner strategic competitors almost certainly Estes Marchant Walberg the state of the Union for the consider- Ferguson Marshall Walden ation of the bill, H.R. 4617. will use online influence operations to Fitzpatrick Massie Walker The Chair appoints the gentleman try to weaken democratic institutions, Fleischmann Mast Walorski undermine U.S. alliances and partner- Flores McCarthy Waltz from Texas (Mr. CUELLAR) to preside Fortenberry McCaul Watkins over the Committee of the Whole. ships, and shape policy outcomes in the Foxx (NC) McClintock Weber (TX) United States and elsewhere.’’ Fulcher McHenry Webster (FL) b 1432 He also wrote that their tactics will Gaetz McKinley Wenstrup IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE include spreading disinformation, con- Gallagher Meadows Westerman Gianforte Miller Williams Accordingly, the House resolved ducting hack-and-leak operations, or Gibbs Mitchell Wilson (SC) itself into the Committee of the Whole manipulating data in a more targeted

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:14 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.008 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8411 fashion to influence U.S. policy, ac- Title II closes loopholes and gaps in Unfortunately, that is not the route tions, and elections. the law that permit foreign nationals that the majority party chose to take Earlier this month, the Senate Select and foreign governments to influence this Congress. We saw this pattern first Committee on Intelligence released a elections. It codifies existing FEC reg- begin with the majority’s H.R. 1. Over report showing how the Kremlin’s ‘‘in- ulations prohibiting foreign nationals 700 pages of political initiatives to help formation warfare campaign was broad from influencing decisions about cam- them Federalize elections, then again, in scope and entailed objectives beyond paign spending. It requires the FEC to for the SAVE Act, a partisan election the result of the 2016 presidential elec- conduct an audit of illicit money in security bill, again attempting to Fed- tion.’’ This included using content to elections and report its recommenda- eralize elections and take power away ‘‘push Americans further away from tions to Congress after every election from States. Both bills were drafted one another and to foment distrust in cycle. It prohibits foreign spending in without bipartisan input and rushed government institutions.’’ The Senate connection with ballot initiatives and through the House. report also found that ‘‘no single group referenda; and it prohibits foreign Back then, I told my colleagues if of Americans was targeted by IRA’’— spending and political advertising that they were serious about reforming elec- that is the Russian group—‘‘informa- promotes, attacks, supports, or opposes tions and making them more secure, tion operatives more than African the election of candidates—or in the we needed to work together. But here Americans.’’ case of foreign governments, political we are again with another partisan Among the bipartisan Senate report’s advertising during an election year election bill that has no chance—zero recommendations, are for Congress to about national legislative issues of chance—of becoming law. This time it ‘‘examine legislative approaches to en- public importance. is the SHIELD Act, a bill aimed at pre- suring Americans know the sources of I will note that some of these ele- venting foreign interference in our online political advertisements,’’ and ments received bipartisan support elections, like what we saw with Rus- to harmonize the rules that apply on- when similar provisions were included sia’s misinformation campaign through line with television, radio, and sat- in H.R. 1. social media in the 2016 Presidential ellite communications. Title III deters foreign interference election. H.R. 4617 does just that. It builds on in elections. For example, it restricts Look, it is safe to say that no one on two other bills that strengthen the in- campaigns from sharing nonpublic either side of the aisle wants foreign tegrity of our democracy. In March, campaign materials, like internal op- meddling in our elections. Let me re- the House passed H.R. 1, the For the position research and internal polling peat that: I don’t believe a single Re- People Act, which included strong data with foreign governments and publican or Democrat in this House standards for ballot box election secu- their agents, or those on the sanctions wants foreign meddling in our elec- rity, as well as provisions to shut down list, which can include oligarchs. tions. loopholes that allow foreign money, in- It also includes the Deceptive Prac- And I want to be clear that there is cluding from foreign governments, to tices and Voter Intimidation Preven- bipartisan agreement on some of the influence elections here. tion Act—this was also part of H.R. 1— intended goals of SHIELD. We should In June, the House passed H.R. 2722, and prohibits knowingly false state- have increased transparency and polit- the SAFE Act, which sets strong cyber- ments about voting and elections that ical digital advertising, and we should security standards for election infra- are made with the intent to impede close the loopholes that allow for for- structure and provides resources to someone from exercising their fran- eign nationals to meddle in our elec- States to replace paperless and other chise. It also provides mechanisms to tions. outdated systems with voter-verified ensure that state and local officials But this bill isn’t a serious attempt paper ballot systems. and the attorney general, as necessary, to address the type of interference that Now we are turning to another ele- disseminate correct information in the we saw in 2016, Mr. Chairman. It is ment of election security. H.R. 4617 wake of false information that might jammed full of poison pills that the closes gaps in the law that allow for- spread. Democrats knew would make SHIELD eign nationals and foreign governments Mr. Chair, free and fair elections are a nonstarter. The SHIELD Act con- to launder money into our elections. It the core of what it means to live in a tains provisions that would Federalize promotes full transparency of the democracy like ours. Free and fair elections, which as I have already sources behind online campaign adver- elections are at the heart of what it pointed out, is the favorite solution of tising, and it codifies a basic norm that means to be a citizen of the United our majority for any issue. political committees should report of- States. It is our solemn duty to defend This bill expands the powers of the fers of illicit campaign assistance from them. Department of Justice to allow the At- foreign governments, both to the FBI I urge my colleagues to support this torney General to insert himself or and the FEC, rather than welcome in- important legislation, and I reserve the herself into individual races at the terference from foreign governments. balance of my time. Federal, State, and local level. That is Title I of the bill enhances reporting Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. a complete Federal overreach of requirements and advances trans- Chair, I yield myself such time as I States’ constitutional rights to main- parency and accountability. It estab- may consume. tain their own elections. lishes a duty upon political commit- Mr. Chairman, I said many times Think about it: The AG can come in tees to report to the FBI and the FEC since becoming the ranking member of to your race, every State and local race illicit offers of campaign assistance the Committee on House Administra- if they—he or she—wants to ‘‘correct from foreign governments, foreign po- tion, the committee with leading juris- the record.’’ There are also provisions litical parties, and their agents. This diction over election legislation in the of this bill that I believe are unconsti- provision of the bill was informed by House, that the greatest threat to our tutional and will have a chilling effect various proposals that were introduced Nation’s election system is partisan- on our freedom of speech. For instance, in the House, including by Representa- ship. we should not be proposing broad, tive JACKSON LEE, Representative Why is partisanship the greatest vague regulations for disclosing online SWALWELL, Representative threat? political ads that create unworkable MALINOWSKI, and Representative Because when you have one side standards for the American public. SLOTKIN. The bill also includes the drafting partisan legislation to further Out of the $1.4 billion spent on polit- Honest Ads Act, a bipartisan piece of their own political agenda, it causes in- ical digital ads in 2016, Russia spent legislation that takes an important action. When it comes to securing our $100,000 over 2 years on Facebook ads. step to provide more transparency to Nation’s elections, we cannot afford in- The majority of those were not even digital political advertising, including action. That is why it is imperative election ads, so it wouldn’t have even the ads that the Russians targeted to that our colleagues across the aisle been regulated by the Honest Ads Act. Americans to build followers and the work with us to find a bipartisan solu- Why would we then overreach and engagement of unwitting American tion to preventing foreign interference threaten American’s free speech with citizens. in elections. this bill when it doesn’t even address

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:14 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.041 H23OCPT1 H8412 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 what Russia did? We need serious elec- Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Chair- What would have made a difference is tion security legislation that will pro- man, we know that there have been the Obama administration, which was tect Americans’ First Amendment foreign attacks on our election infra- advised that the Russians were at- rights. That is why I introduced the structure. That is a fact. tempting to hack into our system, that Honest Elections Act, which, if passed, Knowing there are those out there they were meddling. The Obama cyber- would actually address the type of for- who seek to rob us of our democracy, security czar, he brought it to their at- eign meddling we saw in 2016 and high- why would we leave our door wide tention and proposed countermeasures, lighted in the Senate intel report. open? Why would we not create a shield and he was told to stand down. We did nothing within the power that b 1445 when our democracy is under attack? The SHIELD Act, carefully drafted we already have to try to stop foreign The Honest Elections Act would by my colleague and chair, Ms. LOF- influence in our elections. That is strengthen existing laws, such as the GREN, requires that political campaigns where we need to be focused. Foreign Agents Registration Act, report any information they receive This goes further than needs to hap- FARA; the Federal Election Campaign from foreign agents to the FBI so we pen by giving the Federal Government Act; and the Help America Vote Act. can centralize information and stop at- more power, more authority to take And it would modernize online polit- tacks. Why would we not want to do away the authority that has been given ical ad disclosure without infringing on that? to the States to oversee their elections. free speech or requiring unworkable The SHIELD Act establishes strong If these weren’t enough concerns, standards for Americans. penalties for online voter intimidation this thing has been rushed to the floor Our bill also increases monitoring of by foreign actors. Why would we not with zero hearings. Let me repeat that: spending by foreign nationals in elec- want to do that? There have been no hearings, no fact- tions and addresses domestic inter- The SHIELD Act closes loopholes findings to get to the bottom of what ference in our elections, something the that allow foreigners to spend their would be the best solution to this prob- SHIELD Act fails to accomplish. money in our elections. Why would we lem. None. We may never be able to prevent not want to do that? It was a quickly scheduled markup criminal activity, whether that is in There are enemies out there every that was rushed to the floor. And here our elections or in our day-to-day lives, day trying to cast doubt on our elec- we are again, working on a piece of leg- but we can provide our law enforce- tions. We have no excuse—no excuse— islation that would do nothing to fix the problem and has no chance of going ment with the best tools and resources for not doing all we can to make our- anywhere in the Senate. available. selves less vulnerable. I suggest that we work together on a The Honest Elections Act is simply a This should be a bipartisan no- bipartisan basis to actually come up better solution to preventing foreign brainer, Mr. Chairman. I urge my col- with a solution that works for the interference in our elections than the leagues to support the SHIELD Act to SHIELD Act and its unintended con- American people. protect our democracy. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I would sequences on Americans. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Again, I will say the greatest threat note that I think this bill would have Chair, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- done a lot to save us from the Russian to our Nation’s election system is par- tleman from Georgia (Mr. tisanship because it is the partisanship attacks in 2016. LOUDERMILK), my good friend and a I will tell you one thing. The chair- we are seeing from the majority today very well-respected member of the man of the Trump campaign, Mr. that is keeping the American people House Administration Committee. Manafort, gave internal polling and from having bipartisan legislation Mr. LOUDERMILK. Mr. Chair, I target data to a Russian agent mul- right now that will prevent any poten- thank my good friend, colleague, and tiple times while the Russians were tial foreign interference in our elec- the ranking member for yielding this buying ads. That would be prohibited tions. time. under this act. I keep hearing my Democratic col- I also want to say how thankful I am Mr. Chair, I yield 1 minute to the leagues talk about urgency, but this is that we are in this body, in public, in gentleman from Maryland (Mr. the third time we have been here with front of the American people debating RASKIN), a much-valued member of the a partisan election bill in the House something that is very important to House Administration Committee. that has yet to become law or make this Nation, that at least this process Mr. RASKIN. Mr. Chair, I thank any real change whatsoever. If Demo- isn’t held in the basement of this build- Madam Chair for her exceptional work crats are serious about this urgency in ing, behind closed doors, away from the on the SHIELD Act, which is long over- protecting our Nation’s elections in the American people like some other issues due. 2020 cycle, prove it. Stop with the po- are being held right now. I am at least For 2 years, our colleagues across the litical games. Come back to the table still thankful for that. aisle had control over the Judiciary and work with us on something that But here we go again. It is another Committee, the Rules Committee, and actually stands a chance at becoming attempt by our friends on the other the House Administration Committee. law and protecting our Nation’s elec- side to bring a bad idea to fix a bad sit- They had no hearings about the sweep- tions. uation. This is the third attempt for a ing and systematic campaign by the Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of Federal takeover of our election sys- Russians to subvert and undermine our my time. tem. election. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I would It kind of reminds me of a popular The Democrats have brought forth note that it was Justice Kavanaugh, in commercial that is on television right the SHIELD Act. There is not a single the Bluman v. Federal Election Com- now about these young people in a hor- partisan word in this act. We hear our mission case, who wrote the opinion ror show. There is something evil after colleagues declaring it is partisan. that ‘‘it is fundamental to the defini- them, and they are outside of this Name me one provision in this act that tion of our national political commu- spooky, old house and are like: ‘‘We is partisan. There is nothing partisan nity that foreign citizens do not have a have to go somewhere to hide.’’ about it, except that their response to constitutional right to participate in, One of the young people says: ‘‘Why it is partisan. and thus may be excluded from, activi- don’t we get in the running car?’’ Now, some of our colleagues said that ties of democratic self-government.’’ The others say: ‘‘That is a dumb idea. this is unconstitutional. A takeover, a The idea that we are going to in- Let’s go hide in the spooky shed behind Federal takeover, I think we just heard fringe on foreign governments’ rights the chainsaws.’’ the words uttered by our distinguished to participate is simply not legally Here we go, running to chainsaws colleague from Georgia. supported. again, running to chainsaws, getting Do you know who engineered the Mr. Chair, I yield 1 minute to the ourselves in a worse situation. This Federal takeover of the American elec- gentlewoman from California (Mrs. would have done nothing to prohibit tions? The Founders of America did, DAVIS), a valued member of our com- the Russian meddling in the 2016 elec- the Framers of our Constitution. In Ar- mittee. tion—nothing. ticle IV, they were the ones who said

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:14 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.043 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8413 that Congress may make or alter regu- Mr. Chair, I yield 1 minute to the are a guest, you are not entitled to par- lations governing the time, place, and gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. ticipate in our elections or in the de- manner of elections for the House of BUTTERFIELD), a respected and valued bate that influences them. Representatives and the U.S. Senate. member of the committee. b 1500 It was the Framers of the Constitu- Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Chair, I tion who put in Article IV that Con- thank the gentlewoman for yielding. I That is especially important in a na- gress must guarantee to the people of rise today in strong support of H.R. tion where sovereignty is vested not every State a republican form of gov- 4617, the SHIELD Act. with the government, but with the peo- ernment. Mr. Chairman, the world knows that ple. In most countries, the government So, this is in the Constitution. We our democracy was attacked in 2016 by is the sovereign. Here in America, the people are sovereign. But in America, are doing our job to protect our elec- foreign actors. We have a responsibility our sovereign doesn’t govern. It hires tions, the sovereignty of our country, as a Congress to fight back against for- help. That is what all of us are. We are and the integrity of the democracy eign cyber intrusions into our democ- against foreign attack. hired help. racy and protect the sanctity of our And once we are hired, the sovereign We should all be together on it, and elections. The SHIELD Act does just I deplore the partisan response to this people then discuss among themselves that. the job we are doing, and every 2 years excellent legislation. Mr. Chair, right now, our country is Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. this discussion informs their decision facing an existential crisis. The ques- over whether to keep us or to hire Chair, I yield 2 minutes to the gen- tion for each of us is: What are we tleman from North Carolina (Mr. MUR- somebody else. That is a unique exer- going to do? What are we going to do to cise of American sovereignty, and it PHY), my good and new friend, our new- defend the principles and the Constitu- est Member of this institution. ought to be off limits to all others. tion upon which this country was Mr. MURPHY of North Carolina. Mr. But where I fervently disagree is founded? Chairman, it is an honor to serve be- with this bill’s use of governmental The vote today on the SHIELD Act side Mr. DAVIS. power to interfere with freedom of Mr. Chairman, I rise today with my will be one of those moments that, speech and association that is abso- adamant opposition to H.R. 4617, other- some years from now, we will all look lutely essential to the preservation of wise known as the SHIELD Act. back on, and each of us will have to our liberty. Except for incitement to I think my Republican colleagues give an account for what we did. We commit crimes, every person must be would agree that this bill is misleading must take a vote to defend our democ- free to speak their minds. at best and should be more effectively racy from foreign interference and en- If a foreign national inserts himself monikered as the First Amendment sure that every American vote counts. into an American political discussion, suppression act. The words of my good friend and our the remedy is to call him out, tell him Simply put, this bill is an extension dear colleague, Congressman Cum- to butt out, and denounce such conduct of House Democrats’ efforts to fed- mings, are swirling around this Cham- for the meddling that it is. The remedy eralize the election process away from ber today. He said the following: is not to insert the government into the States by substantially restricting ‘‘When we are dancing with the angels, the discussion over how the govern- free speech through governmental the question will be asked: In 2019, ment is doing. Once government seizes the power to overreach. Furthermore, it does not ac- what did we do to make sure we kept tell the people what they can say or tually do anything further to secure our democracy intact? Did we stand on the sidelines and say nothing? Did we who they can talk to, we will have our elections from foreign interference. cracked the touchstone of our Bill of In the buildup to the 2016 election, play games?’’ Rights, and that crack will grow until Russian operatives broke many exist- Mr. Chair, I ask my colleagues to support this legislation. it shatters the bedrock of our freedom. ing U.S. laws in their attempt to Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, may I ask spread misinformation. Nothing in Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Chair, before I yield to my good friend how much time remains. SHIELD would provide additional re- The CHAIR. The gentlewoman from from California, I do want to respond. sources to law enforcement officials to California has 19 minutes remaining. pursue these foreign actors. My great friend and colleague from the great State of Maryland mentioned The gentleman from Illinois has 18 Additionally, this bill will create a minutes remaining. that Republicans said that this bill is chilling effect on free speech by pun- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I yield unconstitutional. Well, it wasn’t just ishing organizations that have nothing myself such time as I may consume. to do with politics, and it mandates us. I would just like to note that it was Federal overreach on a substantial Americans for Prosperity says this eight Justices who said, in the Citizens scale. bill is unconstitutional. Heritage Ac- United case, that, while the First The SHIELD Act even gives the Fed- tion says the bill is unconstitutional. Amendment protects political speech, eral Government the duty of deter- Even the ACLU said this bill is uncon- disclosure permits citizens and share- mining what qualifies as a legitimate stitutional. holders to react to the speech. They news source. It is not every day, Mr. Chair, that were the ones, in the Citizens United To combat this recklessness, I actu- you get those three organizations to- case, who urged transparency. And it ally offered a commonsense amend- gether on the same issue, but it is here. was Justice Kavanaugh himself who ment that Democratic leadership The unconstitutionality of this bill is pointed out that foreign citizens don’t would not consider for debate. It, sim- from them and their remarks, adding have a First Amendment right to med- ply enough, would have struck the to what we are saying here and debat- dle in our elections. word ‘‘legitimate’’ from the section be- ing on the floor. Mr. Chair, I yield 3 minutes to the cause it is vague, overbroad, and open Mr. Chair, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. SAR- to subjective interpretation. Do we gentleman from California (Mr. BANES), who has done so much on our really want the Federal Government MCCLINTOCK), my good friend. ethics and election reform effort. deciding on what is or is not a legiti- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Chairman, I Mr. SARBANES. Mr. Chair, I thank mate news outlet? fervently agree with the premise of Chairwoman LOFGREN for her incred- Two minutes is not enough time to this bill. American political campaigns ible work. Nobody has done more in fully detail the unintended con- should remain among Americans. this Congress to protect our democracy sequences of the SHIELD Act, which I In California, it is now common for and lift up the voices of everyday intend to vote against later on today admitted noncitizens, some of them Americans than ZOE LOFGREN, so I on the floor. here illegally, to inject themselves into thank her for yielding. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I would campaigns and attempt to influence The measure of partisanship here is note that the legitimate press function voters. not whether the Republicans have re- referred to is part of the FEC analysis Perhaps we can all agree: You are ei- fused to get on this and it is a Demo- that has been longstanding. It is noth- ther a citizen or you are not. If you are cratic bill. That is not how you meas- ing new in this bill. not a citizen, you are a guest. If you ure partisanship, because that is an

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And this is were in a court of law, I would tell you nent has done something wrong, the one of the most bipartisan bills you in advance that I am about to make an Attorney General is going to make could possibly put together, judged by argument that is conditionally rel- that decision all by himself. what people out in the country want to evant, meaning: Bear with me. It will The CHAIR. The time of the gen- see. make sense when I get to the point. tleman has expired. Republicans, Independents, Demo- So this morning, in committee—and I Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. crats coming off of the 2016 election serve on the Energy and Commerce Chair, I yield the gentleman from Vir- said to this Congress: ‘‘Protect our Committee—we were having a hearing ginia an additional 30 seconds. house.’’ Not this House, the United and ObamaCare came up. About five or Mr. GRIFFITH. Mr. Chair, when you States of America. ‘‘Protect our elec- six times, people said, on the Democrat don’t like it, you are going to come tions from foreign interference.’’ side of the aisle, ObamaCare is being back and say: Oh, my gosh, they are That wasn’t just coming from Demo- sabotaged by the Trump administra- sabotaging the intent of the bill. crats. That wasn’t a partisan voice out tion. Well, forget the intent. Read the bill. in the wilderness. That was everybody Well, I started thinking about that, Read the bill. saying it, including Republicans and and I realized that that wasn’t really This bill has significant problems. It Independents. fair, that the problem was that this needs to go back to committee and be So the fact that the Republicans Congress and the Democrats in this worked on some more. I appreciate it, don’t want to get on a bill that Ameri- House voted for a bill that mentioned but until this is corrected, I must vote cans want to see doesn’t make the bill the Secretary, HHS Secretary, 3,033 ‘‘no’’ to try to protect our election sys- partisan. It means that Republicans times; 974 times it said the ‘‘Secretary tem from having it being taken over by are not listening carefully enough to shall’’ and then went on to say some- whomever the Attorney General might what the American people want to see. thing else. be. We have tried now, three times— According to Dr. BURGESS, he esti- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I yield three times—to get our Republican col- mated that there were actually 262 dif- myself such time as I may consume. leagues to support these basic meas- ferent action items in ObamaCare I would just note that the provision ures that would safeguard the integrity voted on by the Democrats. None of the referred to relates only to the time, of our elections. H.R. 1, the For the Republicans in the House at the time— place, or manner of holding an elec- People Act, contained many of the I was not here, but none of the Repub- tion. So if you have a digital ad that same provisions. I get it. I heard what you said: Oh, licans voted for it. 262 action items says Democrats vote Tuesday, Repub- the bill is too big. It does these other were given over to the Secretary. licans vote Wednesday, you can send things. We love the election security So now we have the SHIELD Act, and out an ad saying everybody votes on stuff—we can go get those quotes from you are saying: All right, Morgan, Tuesday. the H.R. 1 debate—oh, if you would just what does this have to do with the Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the do the election security or the ballot SHIELD Act? gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON I direct you to page 49, lines 10 to 25, box security measures to protect our LEE), my colleague on the Judiciary Corrective Action: ‘‘If the Attorney elections, we would be on that in a Committee. General receives a credible report that minute. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Chair, let Well, you got a second chance, a sec- materially false information has been me thank the gentlewoman for her ond bite at the apple with the SAFE or is being communicated in violation’’ leadership. Act. I thank the gentlewoman from of this bill, ‘‘and if the Attorney Gen- Maybe my friends have gotten a lit- California (Ms. LOFGREN) for shep- eral determines that the State and tle bit of absentmindedness. This is herding that through the committee, local officials have not taken adequate volume I and II of the Mueller report, the SAFE Act, that would protect the steps to promptly communicate accu- a distinguished veteran of the Vietnam ballot box. rate information to correct the materi- war. But did Republicans vote for that to ally false information, the Attorney Page 174, volume I, it says specifi- protect our democracy? No, they General shall, pursuant to the written cally, well-documented: ‘‘On February missed the second. Strike two. procedures and standards under sub- 16, 2018, a Federal grand jury in the So now we have the SHIELD Act to section (b)’’—which, by the way, the District of Columbia returned an in- protect us against foreign interference, Attorney General determines—‘‘com- dictment against 13 Russian nationals foreign money coming into our elec- municate to the public, by any and three Russian entities—including tions and trying to influence the out- means’’—any means—‘‘including by the Internet Research Agency, IRA, come, misinformation campaigns com- means of written, electronic, or tele- and Concord Management and Con- ing from overseas, all this interference phonic communications, accurate in- sulting LLC, Concord—with violating that we have to push back on, that the formation designed to correct the ma- U.S. criminal laws in order to interfere American people are concerned about. terially false information.’’ with U.S. elections and political proc- So here you get a third chance to What we are about to do in this bill, esses. The indictment charges all of the show that you want to protect our elec- Mr. Chairman, is we are about to give defendants with conspiracy to defraud tions and safeguard our elections. This the Attorney General the power to the United States . . . three defendants is the opportunity to stand up, support come into our congressional elections with conspiracy to commit wire fraud what the American people want to see, and to come into any election and start and bank fraud . . . and five defendants which is us protecting our democracy. running ads, to run robocalls, to get in- with aggravated identity theft, Counts The CHAIR. Members are reminded volved in the election process, because Three through Eight. Internet Re- to address their remarks to the Chair. I wouldn’t want Attorney General search Agency Indictment. Concord, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Holder making decisions on my ads, which is one of the entities charged in Chair, there are too many comments I and I don’t think my friends, Mr. the Count One conspiracy, entered an would like to make, so I will reserve Chairman, on the other side of the aisle appearance through U.S. counsel and them until we have a few less speakers. would want Attorney General Barr moved to dismiss. . . . ‘’ I am sure we will have a chance to de- making decisions on their ads. They were indicted on the basis of bate some of the issues that my good But that is what this bill does. It cre- their interference in the 2016 election. friend and colleague from Maryland ates a situation where the Attorney Let me be very clear. I rise to sup- brought up. General is going to come into our dis- port this legislation, grateful that in

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:14 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.047 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8415 this bill is H.R. 2353. Duty to refuse or ence and knowingly and happily accepted the So it is not bipartisan. This bill is report foreign interference was lan- benefits of the hostile foreign interference. not bipartisan. There are 187 cospon- guage that I had that said that you While some may tolerate this as awful but sors of the SHIELD Act, and not a sin- cannot accept information from a for- lawful conduct, none of the bill’s sponsors or gle Republican. eign operative. supporters do because it is deeply corrosive of And that is a ploy? That is how we With that in mind, I thank the gen- our democracy. run away from bipartisanship? No, bi- tlewoman from California for her lead- In April of this year I introduced H.R. 2353, partisanship was taken away from us. ership. the ‘‘Duty to Refuse and Report Foreign Inter- Now, how do you get bipartisanship? Mr. Chair, I rise in strong support of H.R. ference in American Elections Act of 2019,’’ to Well, you have hearings. 4617, the ‘‘Stopping Harmful Interference in impose an affirmative duty to refuse any offer Not a single hearing was held in the Elections for A Lasting Democracy Act,’’ or of election campaign assistance from any House Administration Committee SHIELD Act and the underlying legislation. agent or entity acting on behalf or in the inter- where we could ask questions to the so- I support this legislation introduced by my est of a foreign government and to report to cial media platforms that are going to colleague, the Chairwoman of the Committee the Federal Bureau of Investigation any such be affected by this piece of legislation on House Administration, the gentlelady from offer of assistance from an agent or entity act- if it becomes law. I certainly would California, Chairwoman LOFGREN, because it: ing on behalf or in the interest of a foreign have loved to have asked Mark 1. Creates a duty to report illicit offers of government. Zuckerberg. campaign assistance from foreign govern- This duty to refuse and report applies to I tried to go over, today, to the Com- ments and their agents; candidates and any person working for, or vol- mittee on Financial Services to ask 2. Helps prevent foreign interference in fu- unteering with, a candidate for election to fed- Mr. Zuckerberg why in the world did Facebook or anybody at Facebook take ture elections by improving transparency of eral office. online political advertisements; The legislation also requires the Federal a payment from Russia for overtly po- 3. Closes loopholes that allow foreign na- Election Commission to require that a can- litical ads. They took $100,000 in pay- tionals and foreign governments to spend in didate for election to federal office must certify ment out of $1.4 billion in digital ads that were bought during the 2016 cycle. U.S. elections; quarterly that he or she is compliance with the That check was cashed. 4. Restricts exchange of campaign informa- above requirements on penalty of not more I don’t know if they wrote a check; I tion between candidates and foreign govern- than 5 years in prison and a fine of not more don’t know if they paid cash; I don’t ments and their agents; and than $250,000. know if they paid rubles; but we ought 5. Prohibits deceptive practices about voting Mr. Chair, the threat to our country is real, to be able to get to the bottom of it. procedures. as documented in detail in the report issued I didn’t even have a chance to ask be- Mr. Chair, earlier this year FBI Director by Special Counsel Mueller, confirmed by the fore this bill was rushed to the floor. Christopher Wray testified before the Con- unanimous assessment of our nation’s Intel- Too many questions. gress that foreign interference in on our de- ligence Community, and affirmed most re- mocracy is ‘‘a 365-day-a-year threat.’’ cently by FBI Director Wray who testified in b 1515 This is outrageous; American elections are Congress that foreign interference in on our If you want bipartisanship, you have to be decided by Americans. democracy is ‘‘a 365-day-a-year threat.’’ got to earn bipartisanship by allowing That is why I am particularly pleased that It is past time to write into the books of law us to have a seat at the table. H.R. 4617 incorporates the key provisions of the sensible and self-protective principle that Now, it is not too hard to have dis- H.R. 2353, the ‘‘Duty To Refuse And Report American elections are to be decided only by cussions. It is not too hard to sit down Foreign Interference In Elections Act’’ that I in- American citizens, and not influenced by for- and work out bipartisan solutions. troduced in April of this year. eign adversaries. There are only nine members of the Mr. Chair, our friends across the aisle voted I encourage all members to join me in vot- House Administration Committee. We against Republicans voted against H.R. 1, the ing to keep Americans in control of our elec- didn’t have a chance to do that, to sit ‘‘For The People Act of 2019,’’ which, inter toral process and elections by voting to pass down and talk about our priorities. It alia, would secure our elections, and then H.R. 4716, the SHIELD Act. was great H.R. 1 was brought up. That against H.R. 2722, the ‘‘Securing America’s Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. is the bill that was written in secret by Federal Elections Act’’ or SAFE Act, which Chair, I yield myself such time as I special interests before we were all closes dangerous gaps in our voting security may consume. even sworn in. H.R. 1 had every single into the 21st Century. I have some folks who are on their Member of the majority party signed Today our Republican colleagues have an- way here to offer some more remarks, on as a cosponsor before they even had other chance to demonstrate that they take so, while we are waiting, I will offer my a chance to read it. It wasn’t even in- seriously their oath to defend the Constitution remarks on some of the comments that troduced yet. against all enemies, foreign or domestic. were made by my colleagues. And let’s talk about what H.R. 1 did, Mr. Chair, on January 6, 2017, representa- One of my colleagues talked about what my colleague called strike one. tives of the Intelligence Community advised bipartisanship, that this is a bipartisan H.R. 1. Every single Member of this in- the President-Elect that the Russian Federa- bill. It is not a bipartisan bill. stitution who voted for that bill voted tion conducted a sophisticated campaign to Mr. Chairman, the majority party to put either your taxpayer dollars or subvert our democracy with the goal of elect- clearly had an opportunity to put corporate money for the first time ever ing Donald Trump and defeating Hillary Clin- through our committee and onto the in our Nation’s history into their own ton. floor a bill that had Republican and political campaign coffers. That is not The Report issued by Special Counsel Rob- Democrat cosponsors. Instead of doing a strike to vote against that bill. That ert Mueller on March 22, 2019 revealed that that, they chose to follow the exact is a freaking home run. That is ter- the Russians effectuated their goals by selec- same path that they followed in the rible. Nobody thinks getting more tively disseminating stolen emails, with the past through other committees and money out of politics would be solved end of maximizing the adverse impact this other pieces of legislation: They don’t by those provisions. would have on Secretary Clinton’s electoral want to put real solutions forward; The SAFE Act, well, when the major- prospects. they want to put political talking ity decided to write their bill after we The Mueller Report further indicated that points forward. had one hearing, they didn’t even lis- Russia’s misinformation efforts also included They decided to combine what my ten to their own witness about the effi- the proliferation of fake online profiles on so- colleague from Virginia just talked cacy of certain types of voting ma- cial media platforms, with the goal of echoing about, allowing an Attorney General to chines and the safety capabilities. and amplifying politically divisive messages, participate, possibly, in Federal cam- They didn’t listen to their own witness. so as to sow discord within the electorate and paigns. That should scare every Amer- They still tried to create a process that suppress the vote for Secretary Clinton. ican, regardless of whether you are Re- would have made safe election ma- As the Mueller Report lays bare, the Trump publican or Democrat. Let’s keep our chines with a voter verified paper Campaign knew what Russia was doing and elections run in the most safe and ef- backup mechanism which would have welcomed that assistance, did nothing to dis- fective way possible: at the State and made them essentially illegal after the courage it, did not report it, denied its exist- local level. year 2021 or 2022.

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That is a goal payer dollars now because somebody in are seeking to buy online ads. that I certainly share, and I think all Washington that didn’t consult with The Honest Ads Act would change of us share. us, didn’t allow us a chance to work in that, and that is why it is a bipartisan In fact, I tried to offer an amendment a bipartisan way, they would have bill; 18 Democratic sponsors, 18 Repub- to the bill that would have closed a wasted hundreds of thousands of dol- lican sponsors, the chair of Senate Ju- gaping hole in the security of our elec- lars on voting machines. diciary, the vice chair of the Intel- tion system. It is a weakness that basi- My local Democratic election official ligence Committee. cally rolls out the red carpet to foreign in my home county of Christian Coun- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I yield interference. Unfortunately, my col- ty, Illinois, they worked with their an additional 30 seconds to the gen- leagues on the other side of the aisle local Republican county board to pur- tleman from Washington. blocked my amendment. Mr. KILMER. Mr. Chairman, they see chase almost $300,000 in election ma- My proposal would have prohibited this as a way to strengthen our democ- chines that if the SAFE Act was signed the practice known as ballot har- racy and our national security. To en- into law, that expense would have lit vesting, which is something that is able law enforcement and the press and only legal in a few states, where lit- 300 grand up with a match. That is others to better detect and investigate erally anyone can collect absentee bal- wrong. Let’s talk to our local election foreign involvement in our elections. officials. I do. That is certainly not The House has a choice to make, a lots. In California where ballot har- strike two. I think that is another choice to keep loopholes open and con- vesting is legal, anyone, including paid home run, too. tinue to see threats against our democ- campaign workers and foreign nation- Now the SHIELD Act. Again, I said it racy or a choice to take action and als, are allowed to collect an unlimited is not bipartisan. 137 cosponsors, all pass the SHIELD Act. I am proud to be number of ballots. Democrats. We want to talk about bi- a sponsor of this bill. California Democrats have refused to partisanship, Mr. Chair, we can talk all I thank Chair LOFGREN and her team put any guard rails on ballot collec- we want. I want to see some action. I for their hard work on this, and I am tion, leaving it wide open to fraud and haven’t seen some action. We talked in confident the House will make the abuse by both foreign and domestic bad the Rules Committee last night about right choice and pass this bill. actors. no hearings, no ability to question wit- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I re- Every time I voice my concern about nesses. We can come together. Nobody, serve the balance of my time. ballot harvesting, my friends on the and I mean nobody, in this institution, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. other side of the aisle and the media no one wants foreign interference. You Chairman, I will tell you, my colleague keep asking for evidence of abuse. want a bipartisan bill? Our next col- from the great State of Washington, Mr. Chairman, the reason there is no league who is going to talk was a co- you can’t get much more bipartisan evidence of ballot harvesting fraud is sponsor of a bipartisan bill that could than Mr. KILMER. I certainly wish we because California Democrats have de- have come to the floor, but we weren’t would have been able to have the bill signed a system that doesn’t collect given the chance. on the floor that my colleague spoke evidence. If you collect ballots in Cali- Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of about that had an even number of Re- fornia, you aren’t required to give your my time. publican and Democratic cosponsors, name to the voter whose ballot you are Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I yield 1 but unfortunately, we don’t have the collecting, and when you turn in that minute to the gentleman from Wash- opportunity to do that, Mr. Chairman. ballot to election officials, you are not ington (Mr. KILMER), who is a leader in Unfortunately, we are watching poi- required to give your name at that the Honest Ads Act. son pills like the one that my colleague point either. There is no requirement Mr. KILMER. Mr. Chairman, I thank from Virginia spoke about where an at- to document the chain of custody of Congresswoman LOFGREN for yielding torney general can come in and decide ballots. And there is nothing in the and for her leadership on this critical to correct the record on Federal elec- State law prohibiting foreign nationals election security package. tions. I think that is scary for any from collecting and handling ballots. Mr. Chairman, foreign interests American. That is not a solution. Let me repeat that. There is nothing in I do believe that we will see this bill shouldn’t be able to influence Amer- California law prohibiting foreign na- passed. I am not proud that this bill is ican elections, period. That is not a tionals from collecting and handling going to pass, because this bill is not Democratic notion. It is not a Repub- ballots. going to be signed into law. lican notion. That is an American no- And I know my good friend and col- You know, in reality, the only rule is tion. We know that there is an election league, the chairperson of the House there are no rules. Mr. Chairman, this just a year away, and we know that Administration Committee, have dis- isn’t the Wild West. We shouldn’t wait just this week one of the world’s most cussed a couple of times about Su- for fraud and abuse to occur before we prominent social media companies ac- preme Court Justice Kavanaugh. I act. By rejecting my amendment, knowledged that Russia, Iran, China, think her and I agree with Justice Democrats have not only left a door and other adversaries are actively Kavanaugh, that foreign bad actors, open to foreign involvement in our working to interfere in our next elec- they don’t have freedom of speech pro- elections, they have laid out the wel- tions. tections in the United States of Amer- come mat. This is a no-brainer. It is time to ica. But the sad fact, Mr. Chairman, is Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I yield take real action to fix loopholes and that if this bill were to pass into law, 1 minute to the gentleman from Penn- protect our elections from foreign in- it would do nothing to affect the bad sylvania (Mr. LAMB), a star in our cau- terference. That is why the SHIELD actors who interfered in our 2016 elec- cus. Act is so important. There is a ton in tions. Nothing. Mr. LAMB. Mr. Chair, I thank the this bill, and I am proud that many of Our bill, the Honest Elections Act gentlewoman for yielding. the components of the SHIELD Act are would. We will positively affect those I am proud to stand up in support of based on bills the New Democratic Coa- bad actors, and we will make sure they the SHIELD Act, which incorporates lition endorsed, among them the Hon- are held accountable. my bill, H.R. 4703, The DEFEND Act. est Ads Act. If this bill passes, I believe the ma- The DEFEND Act, as incorporated Right now if a candidate or a group jority party would give more free here, would forbid paid internet activ- runs political ads on television that is speech protections to those foreign bad ity by foreign actors, foreign political publicly available information. The actors. parties, foreign intelligence services public and the press are able to access Mr. Chair, I yield 3 minutes to the and the like. that information on who is buying the distinguished gentleman from Cali- This is a problem because in 2016 ad, how much they are paying. Same fornia (Mr. CALVERT), my good friend. across Pennsylvania users of social

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And the truth is, the actual opin- tunity for Republicans and Democrats ions of coal miners were much more Foreign governments have found a to work together, just like we did to mixed. They know, in fact, that they weakness in our national security. protect America’s election systems for have been let down on issues like They are exploiting it by using social the 2018 election cycle. healthcare and pensions, by both Re- media platforms to influence Ameri- I want to see results, Mr. Chair. I am publicans and Democrats, and they cans, with the hope that they will vote not seeing results with the SHIELD have been supported and protected on for foreign interests, not American in- Act. Let’s come together. Let’s take an- those same issues by Members of both terests. Democrats and Republicans need to other swing, take another crack at the parties. come together now—today—to do bat. Let’s hit another home run to- In fact, just today, the House Natural something about it. It is what our gether. Because according to my count Resources Committee passed the Min- Founders—Washington, Adams, Jeffer- right now, that bipartisan investment ers Pension Protection Act, and I was son, Madison, and others—would have of $300-plus million that we worked to- proud to stand with members of both demanded. gether on, that is a grand slam. Let’s parties in support of that. That is why I am proud to support start working on some more grand Mr. Chair, the man in this image died the SHIELD Act, an important legisla- slams together. in 1987 at the age of 57—too young— tive package that includes my bill, the Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of like most miners, of black lung. These Firewall Act, that simply prevents for- my time. miners have given a lot. We cannot eign nationals from paying for online Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chair, I yield allow the Russians or anyone else to political advertisements, something to myself such time as I may consume. take anything else from them and af- which my distinguished colleague from Mr. Chair, I am disappointed that, fect our elections. Illinois referred to just moments ago. apparently, we are not going to get Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I yield Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to support for this important bill from at 1 minute to the gentlewoman from support this historic and necessary least the ranking member and some of Michigan (Ms. SLOTKIN), a new Member package and help us build a wall, a dig- the Members who have spoken today of Congress from Michigan, who had a ital wall, to protect Americans from on the other side of the aisle. There are no poison pills in this bill, distinguished career in the intelligence foreign interference in our elections. community. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. and much of the bill is made up of bills Ms. SLOTKIN. Mr. Chair, I thank the Chair, I yield myself the balance of my that had bipartisan support. It is interesting to hear that some- gentlewoman for yielding, and thank time. how this is partisan because the Repub- her for all the work she has done on the Mr. Chair, I thank my colleagues for lican leadership refuses to step forward SHIELD Act. their comments today. As a former CIA officer and Pentagon Look, there is a lot of activity and to confront the danger that we face official, as the wife of a 30-year Army the opportunity to come to this floor from Russian interference in our elec- tions and the possible interference officer and the stepmom of a current and debate very important issues, and from other nations. We have been told Army officer, I know that when our there are no more important issues by the FBI that might include Iran as country sees a threat, we have the re- than protecting the validity and safety sponsibility to act and to consider well as Turkey. of our election system here in this in- I listened carefully to my friend, the ways to protect our country. stitution in the great United States of I think we have all said it many ranking member, about the money that America. was appropriated—and that was bipar- times here today, no matter who you You know what? We heard a lot are, what political party you are from, tisan; we supported that—in the last about this process not being bipartisan, Congress for election security. Demo- we can all agree that foreigners have Mr. Chairman. Well, let’s talk about no role in our political process. crats included $600 million this year for what we have done in a bipartisan election security. We sent it to the I am incredibly proud to be sup- manner to protect our elections. porting the SHIELD Act. Certain por- Senate, and unlike last year, they now When Republicans were in charge of are refusing to act. tions of it are modeled off legislation I this institution, we worked in a bipar- I remember back in law school that I have been working on since I first tisan fashion to actually appropriate was told by one of my professors, who started in Congress in January, the over $300 million to go to our States, to I liked so much, that if you can’t argue PAID AD Act, in particular. It is the work with our local officials, to part- the law and you can’t argue the facts, very basic idea that foreigners should ner with the Department of Homeland argue a lot. I think that is some of not be able to buy an ad for or against Security to ensure that our election in- what we heard today. a candidate in an American political frastructure is safer than it was in 2016. We have had some hearings on these election. That should be illegal, plain We all learned the lessons of 2016, and issues, three in the House Administra- and simple. we worked together to put solutions on tion Committee. Although the Elec- Michigan was particularly targeted the table. tions Subcommittee, which has been so by these ads. They are divisive. They That is exactly what we should be active, did not focus entirely on these are hateful. They are meant to split us doing here. But on the SHIELD Act, issues, it did touch also on these issues, apart and stoke fears in our commu- unfortunately, the Democratic major- in fact, just earlier this week. In the nity. It is a classic in the playbook the ity did not allow us a seat at the table. House Administration Committee, Russians have used in Eastern Europe, You know, you go to my home State there have been 11 of these hearings. and now they are using it here in the of Illinois, where they have been raving To say that this bill threatens First United States. about their partnership with this ad- Amendment rights is certainly incor- The SHIELD Act closes these loop- ministration’s Department of Home- rect. Now, I value the ACLU. We work holes that currently allow foreign enti- land Security, and look at the 2018 with them very closely on a variety of ties to purchase campaign ads. I am election cycle. We had record turnout issues, including the role of due process thrilled to support it. in a midterm election, and not one in- in immigration, and they have an im- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I yield stance of foreign interference has been portant role in American society. But 1 minute to the gentleman from Min- brought forth, So it looks like we have when it comes to campaign finance re- nesota (Mr. PHILLIPS), a valued new done something good together in a bi- form, they have a long history of op- Member of Congress. partisan fashion in the past. posing laws that regulate the raising

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They, I think, misunder- something that most people would The text of the amendment in the na- stand the issue of free speech when it think you would do anyway, that we ture of a substitute is as follows: comes to foreign governments. shouldn’t need a law to require it. But, H.R. 4617 I will quote the entire thing again apparently, we do, and this bill would Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- that Justice Kavanaugh wrote: ‘‘The include that. resentatives of the United States of America in United States has a compelling inter- I want to mention the Honest Ads Congress assembled, est for purposes of First Amendment Act because the Honest Ads Act has SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. analysis in limiting the participation been introduced with a broad bipar- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as of foreign citizens in activities of tisan group to make sure that there is the ‘‘Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections American democratic self-government, disclosure. for a Lasting Democracy Act’’ or the ‘‘SHIELD and in thereby preventing foreign in- We have had a disclosure regime Act’’. fluence over the U.S. political proc- when it comes to broadcast TV and (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- ess.’’ radio for a long time, but it did not ex- tents of this Act is as follows: We don’t have to worry about wheth- tend to the digital advertising environ- Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. er the Russian trolls’ rights to free ment. That is a mistake because as in- TITLE I—ENHANCED REPORTING speech are being violated when we keep formation migrates to the digital REQUIREMENTS them from interfering in our elections world, we need to have disclosure Subtitle A—Establishing Duty to Report Foreign because we have a compelling interest there, too. The Honest Ads Act does Election Interference to keep the Russians and others from that. It is incorporated in the SHIELD Sec. 101. Federal campaign reporting of foreign trying to subvert our elections, to hurt Act. contacts. our country. We have a right to defend It is important. It requires the plat- Sec. 102. Federal campaign foreign contact re- ourselves from them, and the SHIELD forms to maintain copies of the ads for porting compliance system. Act does that. Sec. 103. Criminal penalties. 4 years. It requires that there be a dis- Sec. 104. Rule of construction. I would like to note also that ele- closure of who is paying for it. The ments in this bill would have prevented American people have a right to know Subtitle B—Strengthening Oversight of Online Political Advertising some of the misconduct or problems who is trying to influence them online, that occurred in the 2016 election. just as they do in TV broadcasting. Sec. 111. Short title. I was interested that my colleague Sec. 112. Purpose. Does it make a difference? Yes, it Sec. 113. Expansion of definition of public com- expressed concern that we didn’t hear does. I remember in my State of Cali- munication. from some of the platforms, that we fornia, a number of years ago, there Sec. 114. Expansion of definition of election- didn’t hear from Mark Zuckerberg. He was an initiative to control smoking in eering communication. is correct. We did not call Facebook restaurants. It was polling at, like, 80 Sec. 115. Application of disclaimer statements to into the House Administration Com- percent, something of that nature. online communications. mittee. Frankly, if they had said, ‘‘We Then it came out that the backers of Sec. 116. Political record requirements for on- don’t want to do this,’’ I would have the initiative were the tobacco compa- line platforms. Sec. 117. Preventing contributions, expendi- said, ‘‘Too bad.’’ nies. They were doing it to undercut We need to set some rules that pre- tures, independent expenditures, local ordinances that were stricter and disbursements for election- vent the lack of responsibility on the than what they were trying to put into eering communications by foreign part of some of these platforms. They place at the State level. nationals in the form of online accepted money from Russian Support for the initiative dropped advertising. influencers to place ads to harm our like a stone because people aren’t stu- TITLE II—CLOSING LOOPHOLES ALLOW- democracy. This bill requires them to pid. They know that they have to con- ING SPENDING BY FOREIGN NATIONALS make a reasonable effort to find out sider the source of the information IN ELECTIONS that the ads that are being placed are when information is sent to them. Sec. 201. Clarification of prohibition on partici- not actually coming from our foreign The American voters have a right to pation by foreign nationals in adversaries. know who is spending money to influ- election-related activities. We, as I mentioned earlier, in this ence them. Sec. 202. Clarification of application of foreign bill directly prohibit the sharing of I would like to say that this measure money ban to certain disburse- sensitive campaign information by ments and activities. deserves the support of every Member Sec. 203. Audit and report on illicit foreign American campaigns with foreign ac- of this body. To say that the Senate money in Federal elections. tors. That happened in the 2016 elec- will take it up—I would hate to think Sec. 204. Prohibition on contributions and do- tion. We had the chairman of the that the Senate cares so little about nations by foreign nationals in Trump campaign, Mr. Manafort, shar- protecting our country from foreign in- connections with ballot initiatives ing internal polling data with a Rus- fluence that they would simply say no. and referenda. sian agent, sharing the playbook for Mr. Chair, I urge adoption of this Sec. 205. Expansion of limitations on foreign the States at play with a Russian bill. I think it is important for our nationals participating in polit- agent. country. I think it is essential for our ical advertising. I have wondered a lot about what was democracy. TITLE III—DETERRING FOREIGN going on there. I didn’t get an answer Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of INTERFERENCE IN ELECTIONS to that, but this bill makes that imper- my time. Subtitle A—Deterrence Under Federal Election missible. This bill makes that a crime. The CHAIR. All time for general de- Campaign Act of 1971 It also requires campaigns to report bate has expired. Sec. 301. Restrictions on exchange of campaign to the FBI when they have been con- Pursuant to the rule, the bill shall be information between candidates tacted by a foreign campaign. We all considered for amendment under the 5- and foreign powers. Sec. 302. Clarification of standard for deter- know now that the Russians contacted minute rule. mining existence of coordination the Trump campaign, and the Presi- In lieu of the amendment in the na- between campaigns and outside dent’s son said: ‘‘If it is what you say, ture of a substitute recommended by interests. I love it.’’ They supposedly had dirt on the Committee on House Administra- Subtitle B—Prohibiting Deceptive Practices and the Democratic opponent. They were tion, printed in the bill, it shall be in Preventing Voter Intimidation going to funnel information into the order to consider as an original bill for Sec. 311. Short title. campaign. Did the campaign tell the the purpose of amendment under the 5- Sec. 312. Prohibition on deceptive practices in FBI? No, they did not. minute rule an amendment in the na- Federal elections.

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Sec. 313. Corrective action. an elected official or an employee of an elected ‘‘(2) RETENTION AND PRESERVATION OF Sec. 314. Reports to Congress. official shall not be considered to be made solely RECORDS.—Each political committee shall estab- TITLE IV—MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS in an official capacity for purposes of clause (i), lish a policy that provides for the retention and and a contact or communication shall not be preservation of records and information related Sec. 401. Effective dates of provisions. considered to be made for purposes of enabling to reportable foreign contacts (as so defined) for Sec. 402. Severability. the observation of elections for purposes of a period of not less than 3 years. TITLE I—ENHANCED REPORTING clause (ii), if the contact or communication in- ‘‘(3) CERTIFICATION.— REQUIREMENTS volves a contribution, donation, expenditure, ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Upon filing its statement Subtitle A—Establishing Duty to Report disbursement, or solicitation described in section of organization under section 303(a), and with Foreign Election Interference 319. each report filed under section 304(a), the treas- SEC. 101. FEDERAL CAMPAIGN REPORTING OF ‘‘(C) COVERED FOREIGN NATIONAL DEFINED.— urer of each political committee (other than an FOREIGN CONTACTS. ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—In this paragraph, the term authorized committee) shall certify that— (a) INITIAL NOTICE.— ‘covered foreign national’ means— ‘‘(i) the committee has in place policies that ‘‘(I) a foreign principal (as defined in section (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 304 of the Federal meet the requirements of paragraphs (1) and (2); Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30104) 1(b) of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of ‘‘(ii) the committee has designated an official is amended by adding at the end the following 1938 (22 U.S.C. 611(b)) that is a government of a to monitor compliance with such policies; and new subsection: foreign country or a foreign political party; ‘‘(iii) not later than 1 week after the begin- ‘‘(II) any person who acts as an agent, rep- ‘‘(j) DISCLOSURE OF REPORTABLE FOREIGN ning of any formal or informal affiliation with resentative, employee, or servant, or any person CONTACTS.— the committee, all officials, employees, and who acts in any other capacity at the order, re- ‘‘(1) COMMITTEE OBLIGATION TO NOTIFY.—Not agents of such committee will— quest, or under the direction or control, of a for- later than 1 week after a reportable foreign con- ‘‘(I) receive notice of such policies; eign principal described in subclause (I) or of a tact, each political committee shall notify the ‘‘(II) be informed of the prohibitions under person any of whose activities are directly or in- Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Com- section 319; and directly supervised, directed, controlled, fi- mission of the reportable foreign contact and ‘‘(III) sign a certification affirming their un- nanced, or subsidized in whole or in major part provide a summary of the circumstances with re- derstanding of such policies and prohibitions. by a foreign principal described in subclause (I); spect to such reportable foreign contact. ‘‘(B) AUTHORIZED COMMITTEES.—With respect or ‘‘(2) INDIVIDUAL OBLIGATION TO NOTIFY.—Not to an authorized committee, the candidate shall ‘‘(III) any person included in the list of spe- later than 3 days after a reportable foreign con- make the certification required under subpara- cially designated nationals and blocked persons tact— graph (A).’’. maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Con- ‘‘(A) each candidate shall notify the treasurer (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.— trol of the Department of the Treasury pursuant or other designated official of the principal cam- (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendment made by to authorities relating to the imposition of sanc- paign committee of such candidate of the report- subsection (a) shall apply with respect to polit- tions relating to the conduct of a foreign prin- able foreign contact and provide a summary of ical committees which file a statement of organi- cipal described in subclause (I). the circumstances with respect to such report- zation under section 303(a) of the Federal Elec- ‘‘(ii) CLARIFICATION REGARDING APPLICATION able foreign contact; and tion Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30103(a)) TO CITIZENS OF THE UNITED STATES.—In the case ‘‘(B) each official, employee, or agent of a po- on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. of a citizen of the United States, subclause (II) litical committee shall notify the treasurer or (2) TRANSITION RULE FOR EXISTING COMMIT- of clause (i) applies only to the extent that the other designated official of the committee of the TEES.—Not later than 30 days after the date of person involved acts within the scope of that reportable foreign contact and provide a sum- the enactment of this Act, each political com- person’s status as the agent of a foreign prin- mary of the circumstances with respect to such mittee under the Federal Election Campaign Act cipal described in subclause (I) of clause (i).’’. reportable foreign contact. of 1971 shall file a certification with the Federal (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made EPORTABLE FOREIGN CONTACT.—In this Election Commission that the committee is in ‘‘(3) R by paragraph (1) shall apply with respect to re- subsection: compliance with the requirements of section portable foreign contacts which occur on or ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘reportable for- 302(j) of such Act (as added by subsection (a)). after the date of the enactment of this Act. eign contact’ means any direct or indirect con- SEC. 103. CRIMINAL PENALTIES. (b) INFORMATION INCLUDED ON REPORT.— Section 309(d)(1) of the Federal Election Cam- tact or communication that— (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 304(b) of such Act (52 paign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30109(d)(1)) is ‘‘(i) is between— U.S.C. 30104(b)) is amended— amended by adding at the end the following ‘‘(I) a candidate, a political committee, or any (A) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of paragraph new subparagraphs: official, employee, or agent of such committee; (7); and (B) by striking the period at the end of para- ‘‘(E) Any person who knowingly and willfully ‘‘(II) an individual that the person described graph (8) and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and commits a violation of subsection (j) or (b)(9) of in subclause (I) knows, has reason to know, or (C) by adding at the end the following new section 304 or section 302(j) shall be fined not reasonably believes is a covered foreign na- paragraph: more than $500,000, imprisoned not more than 5 tional; and ‘‘(9) for any reportable foreign contact (as de- years, or both. ‘‘(ii) the person described in clause (i)(I) fined in subsection (j)(3))— ‘‘(F) Any person who knowingly and willfully knows, has reason to know, or reasonably be- ‘‘(A) the date, time, and location of the con- conceals or destroys any materials relating to a lieves involves— tact; reportable foreign contact (as defined in section ‘‘(I) an offer or other proposal for a contribu- ‘‘(B) the date and time of when a designated 304(j)) shall be fined not more than $1,000,000, tion, donation, expenditure, disbursement, or so- official of the committee was notified of the con- imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.’’. licitation described in section 319; or tact; SEC. 104. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. ‘‘(II) coordination or collaboration with, an ‘‘(C) the identity of individuals involved; and Nothing in this subtitle or the amendments offer or provision of information or services to or ‘‘(D) a description of the contact, including made by this subtitle shall be construed— from, or persistent and repeated contact with, a the nature of any contribution, donation, ex- (1) to impede legitimate journalistic activities; covered foreign national in connection with an penditure, disbursement, or solicitation involved or election. and the nature of any activity described in sub- (2) to impose any additional limitation on the ‘‘(B) EXCEPTIONS.— section (j)(3)(A)(ii)(II) involved.’’. right to express political views or to participate ‘‘(i) CONTACTS IN OFFICIAL CAPACITY AS ELECT- (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made in public discourse of any individual who— ED OFFICIAL.—The term ‘reportable foreign con- by paragraph (1) shall apply with respect to re- (A) resides in the United States; tact’ shall not include any contact or commu- ports filed on or after the expiration of the 60- (B) is not a citizen of the United States or a nication with a covered foreign national by an day period which begins on the date of the en- national of the United States, as defined in sec- elected official or an employee of an elected offi- actment of this Act. tion 101(a)(22) of the Immigration and Nation- cial solely in an official capacity as such an of- SEC. 102. FEDERAL CAMPAIGN FOREIGN CONTACT ality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(22)); and ficial or employee. REPORTING COMPLIANCE SYSTEM. (C) is not lawfully admitted for permanent (ii) CONTACTS FOR PURPOSES OF ENABLING OB- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 302 of the Federal residence, as defined by section 101(a)(20) of the SERVATION OF ELECTIONS BY INTERNATIONAL OB- Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30102) Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. SERVERS.—The term ‘reportable foreign contact’ is amended by adding at the end the following 1101(a)(20)). shall not include any contact or communication new subsection: Subtitle B—Strengthening Oversight of with a covered foreign national by any person ‘‘(j) REPORTABLE FOREIGN CONTACTS COMPLI- Online Political Advertising which is made for purposes of enabling the ob- ANCE POLICY.— servation of elections in the United States by a ‘‘(1) REPORTING.—Each political committee SEC. 111. SHORT TITLE. foreign national or observation of elections out- shall establish a policy that requires all offi- This subtitle may be cited as the ‘‘Honest Ads side of the United States by a candidate, polit- cials, employees, and agents of such committee Act’’. ical committee, or any official, employee, or to notify the treasurer or other appropriate des- SEC. 112. PURPOSE. agent of such committee. ignated official of the committee of any report- The purpose of this subtitle is to enhance the (iii) EXCEPTIONS NOT APPLICABLE IF CONTACTS able foreign contact (as defined in section 304(j)) integrity of American democracy and national OR COMMUNICATIONS INVOLVE PROHIBITED DIS- not later than 3 days after such contact was security by improving disclosure requirements BURSEMENTS.—A contact or communication by made. for online political advertisements in order to

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uphold the Supreme Court’s well-established (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made 318(d) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30120(d)) is amend- standard that the electorate bears the right to be by this section shall apply with respect to com- ed— fully informed. munications made on or after January 1, 2020. (1) in paragraph (1)(A)— SEC. 113. EXPANSION OF DEFINITION OF PUBLIC SEC. 115. APPLICATION OF DISCLAIMER STATE- (A) by striking ‘‘which is transmitted through COMMUNICATION. MENTS TO ONLINE COMMUNICA- radio’’ and inserting ‘‘which is in an audio for- (a) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (22) of section TIONS. mat’’; and 301 of the Federal Election Campaign Act of (a) CLEAR AND CONSPICUOUS MANNER RE- (B) by striking ‘‘BY RADIO’’ in the heading 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101(22)) is amended by striking QUIREMENT.—Subsection (a) of section 318 of the and inserting ‘‘AUDIO FORMAT’’; ‘‘or satellite communication’’ and inserting Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 (2) in paragraph (1)(B)— ‘‘satellite, paid internet, or paid digital commu- U.S.C. 30120(a)) is amended— (A) by striking ‘‘which is transmitted through nication’’. (1) by striking ‘‘shall clearly state’’ each place television’’ and inserting ‘‘which is in video for- (b) TREATMENT OF CONTRIBUTIONS AND EX- it appears in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) and in- mat’’; and PENDITURES.—Section 301 of such Act (52 U.S.C. serting ‘‘shall state in a clear and conspicuous (B) by striking ‘‘BY TELEVISION’’ in the head- 30101) is amended— manner’’; and ing and inserting ‘‘VIDEO FORMAT’’; and (2) by adding at the end the following flush (1) in paragraph (8)(B)(v), by striking ‘‘on (3) in paragraph (2)— sentence: ‘‘For purposes of this section, a com- broadcasting stations, or in newspapers, maga- (A) by striking ‘‘transmitted through radio or munication does not make a statement in a clear zines, or similar types of general public political television’’ and inserting ‘‘made in audio or and conspicuous manner if it is difficult to read advertising’’ and inserting ‘‘in any public com- video format’’; and or hear or if the placement is easily over- munication’’; and (B) by striking ‘‘through television’’ in the looked.’’. (2) in paragraph (9)(B)— second sentence and inserting ‘‘in video for- (b) SPECIAL RULES FOR QUALIFIED INTERNET (A) by amending clause (i) to read as follows: mat’’. OR DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS.— ‘‘(i) any news story, commentary, or editorial (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 318 of such Act (52 SEC. 116. POLITICAL RECORD REQUIREMENTS distributed through the facilities of any broad- U.S.C. 30120) is amended by adding at the end FOR ONLINE PLATFORMS. casting station or any print, online, or digital the following new subsection: (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 304 of the Federal newspaper, magazine, blog, publication, or peri- ‘‘(e) SPECIAL RULES FOR QUALIFIED INTERNET Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30104), odical, unless such broadcasting, print, online, OR DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS.— as amended by section 101(a), is further amend- or digital facilities are owned or controlled by ‘‘(1) SPECIAL RULES WITH RESPECT TO STATE- ed by adding at the end the following new sub- any political party, political committee, or can- MENTS.—In the case of any communication to section: didate;’’; and which this section applies which is a qualified ‘‘(k) DISCLOSURE OF CERTAIN ONLINE ADVER- (B) in clause (iv), by striking ‘‘on broad- internet or digital communication (as defined in TISEMENTS.— casting stations, or in newspapers, magazines, section 304(f)(3)(D)) which is disseminated ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.— or similar types of general public political adver- through a medium in which the provision of all ‘‘(A) REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE PLAT- tising’’ and inserting ‘‘in any public commu- of the information specified in this section is not FORMS.—An online platform shall maintain, and nication’’. possible, the communication shall, in a clear make available for online public inspection in (c) DISCLOSURE AND DISCLAIMER STATE- and conspicuous manner— machine readable format, a complete record of MENTS.—Subsection (a) of section 318 of such ‘‘(A) state the name of the person who paid any request to purchase on such online platform Act (52 U.S.C. 30120) is amended— for the communication; and a qualified political advertisement which is (1) by striking ‘‘financing any communication ‘‘(B) provide a means for the recipient of the made by a person whose aggregate requests to through any broadcasting station, newspaper, communication to obtain the remainder of the purchase qualified political advertisements on magazine, outdoor advertising facility, mailing, information required under this section with such online platform during the calendar year or any other type of general public political ad- minimal effort and without receiving or viewing exceeds $500. vertising’’ and inserting ‘‘financing any public any additional material other than such re- ‘‘(B) REQUIREMENTS FOR ADVERTISERS.—Any communication’’; and quired information. person who requests to purchase a qualified po- (2) by striking ‘‘solicits any contribution ‘‘(2) SAFE HARBOR FOR DETERMINING CLEAR litical advertisement on an online platform shall through any broadcasting station, newspaper, AND CONSPICUOUS MANNER.—A statement in a provide the online platform with such informa- magazine, outdoor advertising facility, mailing, qualified internet or digital communication (as tion as is necessary for the online platform to or any other type of general public political ad- defined in section 304(f)(3)(D)) shall be consid- comply with the requirements of subparagraph vertising’’ and inserting ‘‘solicits any contribu- ered to be made in a clear and conspicuous man- (A). tion through any public communication’’. ner as provided in subsection (a) if the commu- ‘‘(2) CONTENTS OF RECORD.—A record main- SEC. 114. EXPANSION OF DEFINITION OF ELEC- nication meets the following requirements: tained under paragraph (1)(A) shall contain— TIONEERING COMMUNICATION. ‘‘(A) TEXT OR GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS.—In ‘‘(A) a digital copy of the qualified political (a) EXPANSION TO ONLINE COMMUNICATIONS.— the case of a text or graphic communication, the advertisement; (1) APPLICATION TO QUALIFIED INTERNET AND statement— ‘‘(B) a description of the audience targeted by DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS.— ‘‘(i) appears in letters at least as large as the the advertisement, the number of views gen- (A) IN GENERAL.—Subparagraph (A) of section majority of the text in the communication; and erated from the advertisement, and the date and 304(f)(3) of the Federal Election Campaign Act ‘‘(ii) meets the requirements of paragraphs (2) time that the advertisement is first displayed of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30104(f)(3)(A)) is amended by and (3) of subsection (c). and last displayed; and striking ‘‘or satellite communication’’ each place ‘‘(B) AUDIO COMMUNICATIONS.—In the case of ‘‘(C) information regarding— it appears in clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting an audio communication, the statement is spo- ‘‘(i) the average rate charged for the adver- ‘‘satellite, or qualified internet or digital com- ken in a clearly audible and intelligible manner tisement; munication’’. at the beginning or end of the communication ‘‘(ii) the name of the candidate to which the and lasts at least 3 seconds. (B) QUALIFIED INTERNET OR DIGITAL COMMU- advertisement refers and the office to which the ‘‘(C) VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS.—In the case of NICATION.—Paragraph (3) of section 304(f) of candidate is seeking election, the election to a video communication which also includes such Act (52 U.S.C. 30104(f)) is amended by add- which the advertisement refers, or the national audio, the statement— ing at the end the following new subparagraph: legislative issue to which the advertisement re- ‘‘(i) is included at either the beginning or the ‘‘(D) QUALIFIED INTERNET OR DIGITAL COMMU- fers (as applicable); end of the communication; and NICATION.—The term ‘qualified internet or dig- ‘‘(ii) is made both in— ‘‘(iii) in the case of a request made by, or on ital communication’ means any communication ‘‘(I) a written format that meets the require- behalf of, a candidate, the name of the can- which is placed or promoted for a fee on an on- ments of subparagraph (A) and appears for at didate, the authorized committee of the can- line platform (as defined in subsection (k)(3)).’’. least 4 seconds; and didate, and the treasurer of such committee; and (2) NONAPPLICATION OF RELEVANT ELECTORATE ‘‘(II) an audible format that meets the require- ‘‘(iv) in the case of any request not described TO ONLINE COMMUNICATIONS.—Section ments of subparagraph (B). in clause (iii), the name of the person pur- 304(f)(3)(A)(i)(III) of such Act (52 U.S.C. ‘‘(D) OTHER COMMUNICATIONS.—In the case of chasing the advertisement, the name and ad- 30104(f)(3)(A)(i)(III)) is amended by inserting any other type of communication, the statement dress of a contact person for such person, and ‘‘any broadcast, cable, or satellite’’ before ‘‘com- is at least as clear and conspicuous as the state- a list of the chief executive officers or members munication’’. ment specified in subparagraph (A), (B), or of the executive committee or of the board of di- (3) NEWS EXEMPTION.—Section 304(f)(3)(B)(i) (C).’’. rectors of such person. of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30104(f)(3)(B)(i)) is (2) NONAPPLICATION OF CERTAIN EXCEP- ‘‘(3) ONLINE PLATFORM.—For purposes of this amended to read as follows: TIONS.—The exceptions provided in section subsection, the term ‘online platform’ means ‘‘(i) a communication appearing in a news 110.11(f)(1)(i) and (ii) of title 11, Code of Federal any public-facing website, web application, or story, commentary, or editorial distributed Regulations, or any successor to such rules, digital application (including a social network, through the facilities of any broadcasting sta- shall have no application to qualified internet ad network, or search engine) which— tion or any online or digital newspaper, maga- or digital communications (as defined in section ‘‘(A) sells qualified political advertisements; zine, blog, publication, or periodical, unless 304(f)(3)(D) of the Federal Election Campaign and such broadcasting, online, or digital facilities Act of 1971, as added by this Act). ‘‘(B) has 50,000,000 or more unique monthly are owned or controlled by any political party, (c) MODIFICATION OF ADDITIONAL REQUIRE- United States visitors or users for a majority of political committee, or candidate;’’. 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‘‘(4) QUALIFIED POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT.— purchased by a foreign national, directly or in- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made For purposes of this subsection, the term ‘quali- directly. For purposes of the previous sentence, by this section shall take effect upon the expira- fied political advertisement’ means any adver- a station, provider, or online platform shall not tion of the 180-day period which begins on the tisement (including search engine marketing, be considered to have made reasonable efforts date of the enactment of this Act. display advertisements, video advertisements, under this paragraph in the case of the avail- SEC. 202. CLARIFICATION OF APPLICATION OF native advertisements, and sponsorships) that— ability of a communication unless the station, FOREIGN MONEY BAN TO CERTAIN ‘‘(A) is made by or on behalf of a candidate; provider, or online platform directly inquires DISBURSEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES. or from the individual or entity making such pur- (a) APPLICATION TO DISBURSEMENTS TO SUPER ‘‘(B) communicates a message relating to any chase whether the purchase is to be made by a PACS.—Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Elec- political matter of national importance, includ- foreign national, directly or indirectly. tion Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. ing— ‘‘(2) SPECIAL RULES FOR DISBURSEMENT PAID 30121(a)(1)(A)) is amended by striking the semi- ‘‘(i) a candidate; WITH CREDIT CARD.—For purposes of paragraph colon and inserting the following: ‘‘, including ‘‘(ii) any election to Federal office; or (1), a television or radio broadcast station, pro- any disbursement to a political committee which ‘‘(iii) a national legislative issue of public im- vider of cable or satellite television, or online accepts donations or contributions that do not portance. platform shall be considered to have made rea- comply with the limitations, prohibitions, and ‘‘(5) TIME TO MAINTAIN FILE.—The informa- sonable efforts under such paragraph in the reporting requirements of this Act (or any dis- tion required under this subsection shall be case of a purchase of the availability of a com- bursement to or on behalf of any account of a made available as soon as possible and shall be munication which is made with a credit card political committee which is established for the retained by the online platform for a period of if— purpose of accepting such donations or con- not less than 4 years. ‘‘(A) the individual or entity making such tributions);’’. ‘‘(6) SAFE HARBOR FOR PLATFORMS MAKING purchase is required, at the time of making such (b) CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH CORPORATE BEST EFFORTS TO IDENTIFY REQUESTS WHICH ARE purchase, to disclose the credit verification PACS MAY MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDI- SUBJECT TO RECORD MAINTENANCE REQUIRE- value of such credit card; and TURES.—Section 316(b) of such Act (52 U.S.C. MENTS.—In accordance with rules established by ‘‘(B) the billing address associated with such 30118(b)) is amended by adding at the end the the Commission, if an online platform shows credit card is located in the United States or, in following new paragraph: that the platform used best efforts to determine the case of a purchase made by an individual ‘‘(8) A separate segregated fund established by whether or not a request to purchase a qualified who is a United States citizen living outside of a corporation may not make a contribution or political advertisement was subject to the re- the United States, the individual provides the expenditure during a year unless the fund has quirements of this subsection, the online plat- television or radio broadcast station, provider of certified to the Commission the following during form shall not be considered to be in violation of cable or satellite television, or online platform the year: such requirements. with the United States mailing address the indi- ‘‘(A) Each individual who manages the fund, ‘‘(7) PENALTIES.—For penalties for failure by vidual uses for voter registration purposes.’’. and who is responsible for exercising decision- online platforms, and persons requesting to pur- TITLE II—CLOSING LOOPHOLES ALLOW- making authority for the fund, is a citizen of chase a qualified political advertisement on on- ING SPENDING BY FOREIGN NATIONALS the United States or is lawfully admitted for line platforms, to comply with the requirements IN ELECTIONS permanent residence in the United States. ‘‘(B) No foreign national under section 319 of this subsection, see section 309.’’. SEC. 201. CLARIFICATION OF PROHIBITION ON (b) RULEMAKING.—Not later than 120 days PARTICIPATION BY FOREIGN NA- participates in any way in the decisionmaking after the date of the enactment of this Act, the TIONALS IN ELECTION-RELATED AC- processes of the fund with regard to contribu- Federal Election Commission shall establish TIVITIES. tions or expenditures under this Act. rules— (a) CLARIFICATION OF PROHIBITION.—Section ‘‘(C) The fund does not solicit or accept rec- (1) requiring common data formats for the 319(a) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of ommendations from any foreign national under record required to be maintained under section 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121(a)) is amended— section 319 with respect to the contributions or 304(k) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of (1) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of paragraph expenditures made by the fund. 1971 (as added by subsection (a)) so that all on- (1); ‘‘(D) Any member of the board of directors of line platforms submit and maintain data online (2) by striking the period at the end of para- the corporation who is a foreign national under in a common, machine-readable and publicly ac- graph (2) and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and section 319 abstains from voting on matters con- cessible format; (3) by adding at the end the following new cerning the fund or its activities.’’. (2) establishing search interface requirements paragraph: SEC. 203. AUDIT AND REPORT ON ILLICIT FOR- relating to such record, including searches by ‘‘(3) a foreign national to direct, dictate, con- EIGN MONEY IN FEDERAL ELEC- candidate name, issue, purchaser, and date; and trol, or directly or indirectly participate in the TIONS. (3) establishing the criteria for the safe harbor decision making process of any person (includ- (a) IN GENERAL.—Title III of the Federal Elec- exception provided under paragraph (6) of sec- ing a corporation, labor organization, political tion Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et tion 304(k) of such Act (as added by subsection committee, or political organization) with regard seq.) is amended by inserting after section 319 (a)). to such person’s Federal or non-Federal elec- the following new section: (c) REPORTING.—Not later than 2 years after tion-related activity, including any decision ‘‘SEC. 319A. AUDIT AND REPORT ON DISBURSE- the date of the enactment of this Act, and bian- concerning the making of contributions, dona- MENTS BY FOREIGN NATIONALS. nually thereafter, the Chairman of the Federal tions, expenditures, or disbursements in connec- ‘‘(a) AUDIT.— Election Commission shall submit a report to tion with an election for any Federal, State, or ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission shall con- Congress on— local office or any decision concerning the ad- duct an audit after each Federal election cycle (1) matters relating to compliance with and ministration of a political committee.’’. to determine the incidence of illicit foreign the enforcement of the requirements of section (b) CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE.—Section money in such Federal election cycle. 304(k) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 319 of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30121), as amended by ‘‘(2) PROCEDURES.—In carrying out paragraph 1971, as added by subsection (a); section 117, is further amended by adding at the (1), the Commission shall conduct random au- (2) recommendations for any modifications to end the following new subsection: dits of any disbursements required to be reported ‘‘(d) CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE REQUIRED such section to assist in carrying out its pur- under this Act, in accordance with procedures PRIOR TO CARRYING OUT ACTIVITY.—Prior to poses; and established by the Commission. (3) identifying ways to bring transparency the making in connection with an election for ‘‘(b) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after and accountability to political advertisements Federal office of any contribution, donation, ex- the end of each Federal election cycle, the Com- distributed online for free. penditure, independent expenditure, or dis- mission shall submit to Congress a report con- bursement for an electioneering communication taining— SEC. 117. PREVENTING CONTRIBUTIONS, EX- by a corporation, labor organization (as defined PENDITURES, INDEPENDENT EX- ‘‘(1) results of the audit required by subsection PENDITURES, AND DISBURSEMENTS in section 316(b)), limited liability corporation, (a)(1); and FOR ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICA- or partnership during a year, the chief executive ‘‘(2) recommendations to address the presence TIONS BY FOREIGN NATIONALS IN officer of the corporation, labor organization, of illicit foreign money in elections, as appro- THE FORM OF ONLINE ADVERTISING. limited liability corporation, or partnership (or, priate. Section 319 of the Federal Election Campaign if the corporation, labor organization, limited li- ‘‘(c) DEFINITIONS.—As used in this section: Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121) is amended by add- ability corporation, or partnership does not ‘‘(1) The term ‘Federal election cycle’ means ing at the end the following new subsection: have a chief executive officer, the highest rank- the period which begins on the day after the ‘‘(c) RESPONSIBILITIES OF BROADCAST STA- ing official of the corporation, labor organiza- date of a regularly scheduled general election TIONS, PROVIDERS OF CABLE AND SATELLITE tion, limited liability corporation, or partner- for Federal office and which ends on the date of TELEVISION, AND ONLINE PLATFORMS.— ship), shall file a certification with the Commis- the first regularly scheduled general election for ‘‘(1) RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIBED.—Each tele- sion, under penalty of perjury, that a foreign Federal office held after such date. vision or radio broadcast station, provider of national did not direct, dictate, control, or di- ‘‘(2) The term ‘illicit foreign money’ means cable or satellite television, or online platform rectly or indirectly participate in the decision any disbursement by a foreign national (as de- (as defined in section 304(k)(3)) shall make rea- making process relating to such activity in vio- fined in section 319(b)) prohibited under such sonable efforts to ensure that communications lation of subsection (a)(3), unless the chief exec- section.’’. described in section 318(a) and made available utive officer has previously filed such a certifi- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made by such station, provider, or platform are not cation during that calendar year.’’. by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to the

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Federal election cycle that began during Novem- ‘‘(e) RESTRICTIONS ON EXCHANGE OF INFORMA- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—No person’’; and ber 2018, and each succeeding Federal election TION BETWEEN CANDIDATES AND FOREIGN POW- (2) by inserting at the end the following new cycle. ERS.— paragraphs: SEC. 204. PROHIBITION ON CONTRIBUTIONS AND ‘‘(1) TREATMENT OF OFFER TO SHARE NON- ‘‘(2) FALSE STATEMENTS REGARDING FEDERAL DONATIONS BY FOREIGN NATIONALS PUBLIC CAMPAIGN MATERIAL AS SOLICITATION OF ELECTIONS.— IN CONNECTIONS WITH BALLOT INI- CONTRIBUTION FROM FOREIGN NATIONAL.—If a ‘‘(A) PROHIBITION.—No person, whether act- TIATIVES AND REFERENDA. candidate or an individual affiliated with the ing under color of law or otherwise, shall, with- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the campaign of a candidate, or if a political com- in 60 days before an election described in para- Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 mittee or an individual affiliated with a polit- graph (5), by any means, including by means of U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A)) is amended by striking ical committee, provides or offers to provide non- written, electronic, or telephonic communica- ‘‘election’’ and inserting the following: ‘‘elec- public campaign material to a covered foreign tions, communicate or cause to be communicated tion, including a State or local ballot initiative national or to another person whom the can- information described in subparagraph (B), or or referendum’’. didate, committee, or individual knows or has produce information described in subparagraph (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made reason to know will provide the material to a (B) with the intent that such information be by this section shall apply with respect to elec- covered foreign national, the candidate, com- communicated, if such person— tions held in 2020 or any succeeding year. mittee, or individual (as the case may be) shall ‘‘(i) knows such information to be materially SEC. 205. EXPANSION OF LIMITATIONS ON FOR- be considered for purposes of this section to false; and EIGN NATIONALS PARTICIPATING IN have solicited a contribution or donation de- ‘‘(ii) has the intent to impede or prevent an- POLITICAL ADVERTISING. scribed in subsection (a)(1)(A) from a foreign other person from exercising the right to vote in (a) DISBURSEMENTS DESCRIBED.—Section national. an election described in paragraph (5). 319(a)(1) of the Federal Election Campaign Act ‘‘(2) DEFINITIONS.—In this subsection, the fol- ‘‘(B) INFORMATION DESCRIBED.—Information of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)) is amended— lowing definitions apply: is described in this subparagraph if such infor- (1) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of subpara- ‘‘(A) The term ‘candidate’ means an indi- mation is regarding— graph (B); and vidual who seeks nomination for, or election to, ‘‘(i) the time, place, or manner of holding any (2) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting any Federal, State, or local public office. election described in paragraph (5); or the following: ‘‘(B) The term ‘covered foreign national’ has ‘‘(ii) the qualifications for or restrictions on ‘‘(C) an expenditure; the meaning given such term in section voter eligibility for any such election, includ- ‘‘(D) an independent expenditure; 304(j)(3)(C). ing— ‘‘(E) a disbursement for an electioneering com- ‘‘(C) The term ‘individual affiliated with a ‘‘(I) any criminal penalties associated with munication (within the meaning of section campaign’ means, with respect to a candidate, voting in any such election; or 304(f)(3)); an employee of any organization legally author- ‘‘(II) information regarding a voter’s registra- ‘‘(F) a disbursement for a communication ized under Federal, State, or local law to sup- tion status or eligibility. which is placed or promoted for a fee on a port the candidate’s campaign for nomination ‘‘(3) FALSE STATEMENTS REGARDING PUBLIC EN- website, web application, or digital application for, or election to, any Federal, State, or local DORSEMENTS.— that refers to a clearly identified candidate for public office, as well as any independent con- ‘‘(A) PROHIBITION.—No person, whether act- election for Federal office and is disseminated tractor of such an organization and any indi- ing under color of law or otherwise, shall, with- within 60 days before a general, special or run- vidual who performs services on behalf of the in 60 days before an election described in para- off election for the office sought by the can- organization, whether paid or unpaid. graph (5), by any means, including by means of didate or 30 days before a primary or preference ‘‘(D) The term ‘individual affiliated with a written, electronic, or telephonic communica- election, or a convention or caucus of a political political committee’ means, with respect to a po- tions, communicate, or cause to be commu- party that has authority to nominate a can- litical committee, an employee of the committee nicated, a materially false statement about an didate for the office sought by the candidate; as well as any independent contractor of the endorsement, if such person— ‘‘(G) a disbursement for a broadcast, cable or committee and any individual who performs ‘‘(i) knows such statement to be false; and satellite communication, or for a communication services on behalf of the committee, whether ‘‘(ii) has the intent to impede or prevent an- which is placed or promoted for a fee on a paid or unpaid. other person from exercising the right to vote in website, web application, or digital application, ‘‘(E) The term ‘nonpublic campaign material’ an election described in paragraph (5). that promotes, supports, attacks or opposes the means, with respect to a candidate or a political ‘‘(B) DEFINITION OF ‘MATERIALLY FALSE’.—For election of a clearly identified candidate for committee, campaign material that is produced purposes of subparagraph (A), a statement Federal, State, or local office (regardless of by the candidate or the committee or produced about an endorsement is ‘materially false’ if, whether the communication contains express at the candidate or committee’s expense or re- with respect to an upcoming election described advocacy or the functional equivalent of express quest which is not distributed or made available in paragraph (5)— advocacy); to the general public or otherwise in the public ‘‘(i) the statement states that a specifically ‘‘(H) a disbursement for a broadcast, cable, or domain, including polling and focus group data named person, political party, or organization satellite communication, or for any communica- and opposition research, except that such term has endorsed the election of a specific candidate tion which is placed or promoted for a fee on an does not include material produced for purposes for a Federal office described in such para- online platform (as defined in section 304(k)(3)), of consultations relating solely to the can- graph; and that discusses a national legislative issue of didate’s or committee’s position on a legislative ‘‘(ii) such person, political party, or organiza- public importance in a year in which a regu- or policy matter.’’. tion has not endorsed the election of such can- didate. larly scheduled general election for Federal of- SEC. 302. CLARIFICATION OF STANDARD FOR DE- ‘‘(4) HINDERING, INTERFERING WITH, OR PRE- fice is held, but only if the disbursement is made TERMINING EXISTENCE OF COORDI- by a covered foreign national described in sec- NATION BETWEEN CAMPAIGNS AND VENTING VOTING OR REGISTERING TO VOTE.—No tion 304(j)(3)(C); or OUTSIDE INTERESTS. person, whether acting under color of law or ‘‘(I) a disbursement by a covered foreign na- Section 315(a) of the Federal Election Cam- otherwise, shall intentionally hinder, interfere tional described in section 304(j)(3)(C) to com- paign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30116(a)) is amend- with, or prevent another person from voting, pensate any person for internet activity that ed by adding at the end the following new para- registering to vote, or aiding another person to promotes, supports, attacks or opposes the elec- graph: vote or register to vote in an election described tion of a clearly identified candidate for Fed- ‘‘(10) For purposes of paragraph (7), an ex- in paragraph (5). eral, State, or local office (regardless of whether penditure or disbursement may be considered to ‘‘(5) ELECTION DESCRIBED.—An election de- the activity communication contains express ad- have been made in cooperation, consultation, or scribed in this paragraph is any general, pri- vocacy or the functional equivalent of express concert with, or coordinated with, a person mary, run-off, or special election held solely or advocacy);’’. without regard to whether or not the coopera- in part for the purpose of nominating or electing (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made tion, consultation, or coordination is carried out a candidate for the office of President, Vice by this section shall apply with respect to dis- pursuant to agreement or formal collabora- President, presidential elector, Member of the bursements made on or after the date of the en- tion.’’. Senate, Member of the House of Representatives, or Delegate or Commissioner from a Territory or actment of this Act. Subtitle B—Prohibiting Deceptive Practices possession.’’. TITLE III—DETERRING FOREIGN and Preventing Voter Intimidation (b) PRIVATE RIGHT OF ACTION.— INTERFERENCE IN ELECTIONS SEC. 311. SHORT TITLE. (1) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (c) of section 2004 Subtitle A—Deterrence Under Federal This subtitle may be cited as the ‘‘Deceptive of the Revised Statutes (52 U.S.C. 10101(c)) is Election Campaign Act of 1971 Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act amended— SEC. 301. RESTRICTIONS ON EXCHANGE OF CAM- of 2019’’. (A) by striking ‘‘Whenever any person’’ and PAIGN INFORMATION BETWEEN CAN- SEC. 312. PROHIBITION ON DECEPTIVE PRAC- inserting the following: DIDATES AND FOREIGN POWERS. TICES IN FEDERAL ELECTIONS. ‘‘(1) Whenever any person’’; and Section 319 of the Federal Election Campaign (a) PROHIBITION.—Subsection (b) of section (B) by adding at the end the following new Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121), as amended by sec- 2004 of the Revised Statutes (52 U.S.C. 10101(b)) paragraph: tion 117 and section 201(b), is further amended is amended— ‘‘(2) Any person aggrieved by a violation of by adding at the end the following new sub- (1) by striking ‘‘No person’’ and inserting the subsection (b)(2), (b)(3), or (b)(4) may institute a section: following: civil action for preventive relief, including an

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application in a United States district court for or Delegate or Commissioner from a Territory or (c) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— a permanent or temporary injunction, restrain- possession.’’. There are authorized to be appropriated to the ing order, or other order. In any such action, (2) MODIFICATION OF PENALTY FOR VOTER IN- Attorney General such sums as may be nec- the court, in its discretion, may allow the pre- TIMIDATION.—Section 594(a) of title 18, United essary to carry out this subtitle. vailing party a reasonable attorney’s fee as part States Code, as amended by paragraph (1), is SEC. 314. REPORTS TO CONGRESS. of the costs.’’. amended by striking ‘‘fined under this title or (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— imprisoned not more than one year’’ and insert- after each general election for Federal office, (A) Subsection (e) of section 2004 of the Re- ing ‘‘fined not more than $100,000, imprisoned the Attorney General shall submit to Congress a vised Statutes (52 U.S.C. 10101(e)) is amended by for not more than 5 years’’. report compiling all allegations received by the striking ‘‘subsection (c)’’ and inserting ‘‘sub- (3) SENTENCING GUIDELINES.— Attorney General of deceptive practices de- section (c)(1)’’. (A) REVIEW AND AMENDMENT.—Not later than scribed in paragraphs (2), (3), and (4) of section (B) Subsection (g) of section 2004 of the Re- 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, 2004(b) of the Revised Statutes (52 U.S.C. vised Statutes (52 U.S.C. 10101(g)) is amended by the United States Sentencing Commission, pur- 10101(b)), as added by section 312(a), relating to striking ‘‘subsection (c)’’ and inserting ‘‘sub- suant to its authority under section 994 of title the general election for Federal office and any section (c)(1)’’. 28, United States Code, and in accordance with primary, run-off, or a special election for Fed- (c) CRIMINAL PENALTIES.— this section, shall review and, if appropriate, eral office held in the 2 years preceding the gen- (1) DECEPTIVE ACTS.—Section 594 of title 18, amend the Federal sentencing guidelines and eral election. United States Code, is amended— policy statements applicable to persons con- (b) CONTENTS.— (A) by striking ‘‘Whoever’’ and inserting the victed of any offense under section 594 of title (1) IN GENERAL.—Each report submitted under following: 18, United States Code, as amended by this sec- subsection (a) shall include— ‘‘(a) INTIMIDATION.—Whoever’’; tion. (A) a description of each allegation of a de- (B) in subsection (a), as inserted by subpara- (B) AUTHORIZATION.—The United States Sen- ceptive practice described in subsection (a), in- graph (A), by striking ‘‘at any election’’ and in- tencing Commission may amend the Federal cluding the geographic location, racial and eth- serting ‘‘at any general, primary, run-off, or Sentencing Guidelines in accordance with the nic composition, and language minority-group special election’’; and procedures set forth in section 21(a) of the Sen- membership of the persons toward whom the al- (C) by adding at the end the following new tencing Act of 1987 (28 U.S.C. 994 note) as leged deceptive practice was directed; subsections: though the authority under that section had not (B) the status of the investigation of each al- ‘‘(b) DECEPTIVE ACTS.— expired. legation described in subparagraph (A); ‘‘(1) FALSE STATEMENTS REGARDING FEDERAL (4) PAYMENTS FOR REFRAINING FROM VOTING.— (C) a description of each corrective action ELECTIONS.— Subsection (c) of section 11 of the Voting Rights taken by the Attorney General under section ‘‘(A) PROHIBITION.—It shall be unlawful for Act of 1965 (52 U.S.C. 10307) is amended by strik- 4(a) in response to an allegation described in any person, whether acting under color of law ing ‘‘either for registration to vote or for voting’’ subparagraph (A); or otherwise, within 60 days before an election and inserting ‘‘for registration to vote, for vot- (D) a description of each referral of an allega- described in subsection (e), by any means, in- ing, or for not voting’’. tion described in subparagraph (A) to other Fed- cluding by means of written, electronic, or tele- eral, State, or local agencies; SEC. 313. CORRECTIVE ACTION. phonic communications, to communicate or (E) to the extent information is available, a (a) CORRECTIVE ACTION.— cause to be communicated information described description of any civil action instituted under (1) IN GENERAL.—If the Attorney General re- in subparagraph (B), or produce information de- section 2004(c)(2) of the Revised Statutes (52 ceives a credible report that materially false in- scribed in subparagraph (B) with the intent that U.S.C. 10101(c)(2)), as added by section 312(b), formation has been or is being communicated in such information be communicated, if such per- in connection with an allegation described in violation of paragraphs (2) and (3) of section son— subparagraph (A); and ‘‘(i) knows such information to be materially 2004(b) of the Revised Statutes (52 U.S.C. (F) a description of any criminal prosecution false; and 10101(b)), as added by section 312(a), and if the instituted under section 594 of title 18, United ‘‘(ii) has the intent to mislead voters, or the Attorney General determines that State and States Code, as amended by section 3(c), in con- intent to impede or prevent another person from local election officials have not taken adequate nection with the receipt of an allegation de- exercising the right to vote in an election de- steps to promptly communicate accurate infor- scribed in subparagraph (A) by the Attorney scribed in subsection (e). mation to correct the materially false informa- General. ‘‘(B) INFORMATION DESCRIBED.—Information tion, the Attorney General shall, pursuant to (2) EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INFORMATION.— is described in this subparagraph if such infor- the written procedures and standards under (A) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General shall mation is regarding— subsection (b), communicate to the public, by not include in a report submitted under sub- ‘‘(i) the time or place of holding any election any means, including by means of written, elec- section (a) any information protected from dis- described in subsection (e); or tronic, or telephonic communications, accurate closure by rule 6(e) of the Federal Rules of ‘‘(ii) the qualifications for or restrictions on information designed to correct the materially Criminal Procedure or any Federal criminal voter eligibility for any such election, includ- false information. statute. ing— (2) COMMUNICATION OF CORRECTIVE INFORMA- (B) EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN OTHER INFORMA- ‘‘(I) any criminal penalties associated with TION.—Any information communicated by the TION.—The Attorney General may determine voting in any such election; or Attorney General under paragraph (1)— that the following information shall not be in- ‘‘(II) information regarding a voter’s registra- (A) shall— cluded in a report submitted under subsection tion status or eligibility. (i) be accurate and objective; (a): ‘‘(2) PENALTY.—Any person who violates (ii) consist of only the information necessary (i) Any information that is privileged. paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than to correct the materially false information that (ii) Any information concerning an ongoing $100,000, imprisoned for not more than 5 years, has been or is being communicated; and investigation. or both. (iii) to the extent practicable, be by a means (iii) Any information concerning a criminal or ‘‘(c) HINDERING, INTERFERING WITH, OR PRE- that the Attorney General determines will reach civil proceeding conducted under seal. VENTING VOTING OR REGISTERING TO VOTE.— the persons to whom the materially false infor- (iv) Any other nonpublic information that the ‘‘(1) PROHIBITION.—It shall be unlawful for mation has been or is being communicated; and Attorney General determines the disclosure of any person, whether acting under color of law (B) shall not be designed to favor or disfavor which could reasonably be expected to infringe or otherwise, to intentionally hinder, interfere any particular candidate, organization, or polit- on the rights of any individual or adversely af- with, or prevent another person from voting, ical party. fect the integrity of a pending or future criminal registering to vote, or aiding another person to (b) WRITTEN PROCEDURES AND STANDARDS FOR investigation. vote or register to vote in an election described TAKING CORRECTIVE ACTION.— (c) REPORT MADE PUBLIC.—On the date that in subsection (e). (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days after the Attorney General submits the report under ‘‘(2) PENALTY.—Any person who violates the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney subsection (a), the Attorney General shall also paragraph (1) shall be fined not more than General shall publish written procedures and make the report publicly available through the $100,000, imprisoned for not more than 5 years, standards for determining when and how cor- Internet and other appropriate means. or both. rective action will be taken under this section. Subtitle C—Inadmissibility and Deportability ‘‘(d) ATTEMPT.—Any person who attempts to (2) INCLUSION OF APPROPRIATE DEADLINES.— of Aliens Engaging in Improper Election In- commit any offense described in subsection (a), The procedures and standards under paragraph terference (b)(1), or (c)(1) shall be subject to the same pen- (1) shall include appropriate deadlines, based in SEC. 321. INADMISSIBILITY AND DEPORTABILITY alties as those prescribed for the offense that the part on the number of days remaining before the OF ALIENS ENGAGING IN IMPROPER person attempted to commit. upcoming election. INTERFERENCE IN UNITED STATES ‘‘(e) ELECTION DESCRIBED.—An election de- (3) CONSULTATION.—In developing the proce- ELECTIONS. scribed in this subsection is any general, pri- dures and standards under paragraph (1), the (a) INADMISSIBILITY.—Section 212(a)(3) of the mary, run-off, or special election held solely or Attorney General shall consult with the Election Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. in part for the purpose of nominating or electing Assistance Commission, State and local election 1182(a)(3)) is amended by adding at the end the a candidate for the office of President, Vice officials, civil rights organizations, voting rights following: President, presidential elector, Member of the groups, voter protection groups, and other inter- ‘‘(H) IMPROPER INTERFERENCE IN A UNITED Senate, Member of the House of Representatives, ested community organizations. STATES ELECTION.—Any alien who a consular

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(a) REQUIRING DISCLOSURE.—If the Federal (b) DEPORTABILITY.—Section 237(a) of such Election Commission makes a determination agree with that. Act (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)) is amended by adding at that a foreign national has initiated or has Thomas Jefferson famously said that, the end the following: attempted to initiate a disinformation cam- ‘‘We in America do not have govern- ‘‘(8) IMPROPER INTERFERENCE IN A UNITED paign targeted at an election for public of- ment by the majority. We have govern- STATES ELECTION.—Any alien who has engaged, fice held in a State, the Commission shall ment by the majority who partici- is engaged, or at any time after admission en- notify the State involved of the determina- pate.’’ gages in improper interference in a United tion not later than 30 days after making the We know that disinformation hurts States election is deportable.’’. determination. participation when done effectively, as (c) DEFINITION.—Section 101(a) of such Act (8 (b) DEFINITIONS.—In this section the term it was just a short time ago in the re- U.S.C. 1101(a)) is amended by adding at the end ‘‘foreign national’’ has the meaning given cent Presidential election. And we also the following: such term in section 319(b) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. know that effective oversight and this ‘‘(53) The term ‘improper interference in a government’s engagement of both par- United States election’ means conduct by an 30121(b)). ties at the Federal level, the State alien that— The CHAIR. Pursuant to House Reso- level, and the local level, when we are ‘‘(A)(i) violates Federal criminal, voting lution 650, the gentleman from Cali- rights, or campaign finance law, or open, honest, and afford transparency fornia (Mr. DESAULNIER) and a Member to American voters, they will partici- ‘‘(ii) is performed by any person acting as an opposed each will control 5 minutes. agent of or on behalf of a foreign government or pate at a higher rate and also at a criminal enterprise; and The Chair recognizes the gentleman more knowledgeable rate. ‘‘(B) includes any covert, fraudulent, decep- from California. It is our responsibility to recognize tive, or unlawful act or attempted act, under- b 1545 that disinformation is a threat to the taken with the purpose or effect of undermining participation that is vital to our con- Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. Chairman, as public confidence in election processes or insti- tinued success as a democracy, and it tutions, or influencing, undermining confidence the first amendment, I don’t want to belabor many of the points that have is our responsibility to act. in, or altering the result or reported result of, a Mr. Chairman, I urge my colleagues general or primary Federal, State, or local elec- been brought up in the general debate tion or caucus, including— to support this simple amendment, and by my friend from Illinois and my very I reserve the balance of my time. ‘‘(i) the campaign of a candidate; or good friend from the Bay Area. I do ‘‘(ii) a ballot measure, including an amend- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. want to say, as someone who has been Chairman, I rise in opposition to the ment, a bond issue, an initiative, a recall, a re- in elected office in the San Francisco ferral or a referendum.’’, amendment. Bay Area for a long time, where so The CHAIR. The gentleman is recog- TITLE IV—MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS many of the innovations around social nized for 5 minutes. SEC. 401. EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROVISIONS. platforms and communications have Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Each provision of this Act and each amend- taken place—much of it in Ms. LOF- Chairman, the core function of the ment made by a provision of this Act shall take GREN’s district—how proud I have been Federal Election Commission is to be effect on the effective date provided under this Act for such provision or such amendment with- of them. But how now—appropriately I the independent regulatory agency out regard to whether or not the Federal Elec- think—skeptical I am of their ability charged with administering and enforc- tion Commission, the Attorney General, or any to unilaterally, or merely by them- ing Federal campaign finance law. The other person has promulgated regulations to selves, enforce the proper protections FEC has jurisdiction over the financing carry out such provision or such amendment. for American democracy. That is why I of campaigns for the U.S. House, the SEC. 402. SEVERABILITY. think this bill and this discussion are Senate, the Presidency, and the Vice If any provision of this Act or any amendment so very important. Presidency. made by this Act, or the application of a provi- We know from the Mueller report We do think States should be notified sion of this Act or an amendment made by this that 126 million Americans were con- of disinformation by foreign actors. Act to any person or circumstance, is held to be tacted, either directly or indirectly, The FEC is not equipped to investigate, unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act, and just on Facebook by the Russians. We much less make a final determination, the application of the provisions to any person also know the outcome of the Presi- that foreign nationals have meddled in or circumstance, shall not be affected by the an election. This is better left to law holding. dential election was based on less than 80,000 votes in three key States in the enforcement and intelligence agencies. The CHAIR. No amendment to that electoral college. We know that Mr. In one way that they are not amendment in the nature of a sub- Mueller said that this was a systematic equipped is that FEC commissioners do stitute shall be in order except those attempt by the Russians. And we know not have the authority to obtain clear- printed in part B of House Report 116– ances to access certain classified infor- also that the President’s appointed FBI 253. Each such amendment may be of- mation, which would make it impos- director has said recently, ‘‘Russia at- fered only in the order printed in the sible for any commissioner or the FEC tempted to interfere with the last elec- report, by a Member designated in the to make such a notification to States, tion and continues to engage in malign report, shall be considered read, shall not to mention the fact that the FEC influence operations to this day. This be debatable for the time specified in chair is too busy attacking the Presi- is a threat we need to take extremely the report, equally divided and con- dent to spend time on additional notifi- seriously and to tackle and respond to trolled by the proponent and an oppo- cation requirements. with fierce determination and focus.’’ nent, shall not be subject to amend- It is also worth noting that the ma- Mr. Chairman, we also have talked a ment, and shall not be subject to a de- jority of the committee’s position has lot, in the last few years, about the mand for division of the question. been that the FEC is dysfunctional, role of the Federal Government, State even to the point that they voted to AMENDMENT NO. 1 OFFERED BY MR. DESAULNIER governments, and local communities, make it a five-member partisan com- The CHAIR. It is now in order to con- and I agree with how diffused our his- mission in H.R. 1. sider amendment No. 1 printed in part toric relationships are. But here is an The Department of Justice, FBI, B of House Report 116–253. instance in my amendment. It is a sim- DHS, and other national security agen- Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. Chairman, I ple one. It is to give the States and cies are better suited to address the have an amendment at the desk. local jurisdictions the information problem of foreign meddling in our The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate they need to be aware of some of these elections, which is exactly what we the amendment. influences that are afforded by this allow them to do in the Honest Elec- The text of the amendment is as fol- bill. tions Act—my bill—that I would cer- lows: My amendment is very simple. It re- tainly hope some on the other side of Page 54, insert after line 14 the following: quires that when the FEC is made the aisle would cosponsor.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.018 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8425 Mr. Chairman, for these reasons, I him or herself in State and local elec- ficials to correct the materially false urge a ‘‘no’’ vote, and I reserve the bal- tions. This should be a concern for all information. It is only if State and ance of my time. Americans as it says Washington local election officials fall short of Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. Chairman, I knows best when it comes to our local making a correction that the Attorney appreciate my friend from Illinois’ elections. General would ensure that voters do baseball metaphor earlier, and I would Not only does this section represent not fall victim to deceptive practices. say that for this metaphor, I disagree. a massive Federal overreach, it is also I don’t believe this is an example of I think his call is wrong. vague. Federal interference or overreach. It is I think this amendment is a simple For example, the section requires the an example of putting to use all levels strike. As he knows, the bill requires Attorney General to determine wheth- of government to protect voters in our other agencies to give the information er State and local election officials democracy. to the FEC. They are merely a col- have taken ‘‘adequate steps’’ to com- Let’s be clear, section 313 is, at its lector, in many instances, of the infor- municate information to address mis- core, about enhancing transparency mation, so they are the appropriate information. and disclosure. The sort of activity we body to disseminate that information. What are adequate steps? It doesn’t are talking about here is merely pro- That is what my amendment does. I say. viding factual information to voters to don’t disagree or think that it is appro- What is misinformation? This bill ensure they are not deceived, that they priate to debate the gentleman’s other turns the United States Attorney Gen- are adequately informed, and that they aspects, which may be true or not, eral into a fact-checker. have a fair chance of participating in based on his perspective. The amend- This section also requires the Attor- their democracy. ment is basically consistent with the ney General to communicate to the Section 313, page 51, directs the U.S. bill that the information goes here, and public ‘‘by any means’’ to address mis- Attorney General to work in partner- it should be disseminated to the information. ship with the Election Assistance Com- States. Taken together, this language would mission, State and local officials, and Mr. Chairman, I yield back the bal- grant the United States Attorney Gen- others to come up with procedures and ance of my time. eral power without guardrails and we, standards for how to take corrective Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. as Congress, should find this con- action if there is an instance of materi- Chairman, I appreciate my colleague cerning. ally false information regarding vot- from California offering an amendment In addition to the troublesome sub- ing. It is not just whatever he or she and participating in this process. It is stance of this section, it also arrived thinks at the time. This is going to be not every time that we have disagree- on the floor through a deficient proc- said in advance. ments on not only legislation, but ess. The procedures in the partnership de- amendments like this. As a member of the Judiciary Com- termines exactly how the AG could I believe that this amendment needs mittee, I have an interest in ensuring step in when there is materially false to be clarified before it should be put legislation under my committee’s ju- information being spread. The informa- into law. And just as with the SHIELD risdiction is considered in the Judici- tion communicated by the AG also Act, I believe it should go back to the ary Committee. This did not happen should be designed not to favor or dis- drawing board and we ought to be able here. favor any particular candidate, organi- to have more hearings to find out the Despite the request from Judiciary zation, or political party. effect on free speech in the United Committee Ranking Member COLLINS, I think this is an example of how States of America, but also give us a this section of the legislation was not local, State, and Federal levels of gov- chance in a bipartisan way to question afforded the opportunity of a markup ernment could work together to pro- the social media platforms that we by the Judiciary Committee, despite it tect voters in our democracy. This is want to work with us to protect this having jurisdiction. In fact, this is at not an academic issue. We have seen Nation from foreign meddling. least the fourth piece of legislation situations where online, or elsewhere, For the reasons I mentioned above this year that Ranking Member COL- information has been spread to people and for the reasons that I stated just LINS requested to markup but was de- that certain people—for example, one now, I am going to urge a ‘‘no’’ vote on nied an opportunity by the chairman of party or the other—would be allowed this amendment. the Judiciary Committee. to vote on a day that wasn’t election Mr. Chairman, I yield back the bal- Because this section is a Federal in- day. Well, that needs to be corrected or ance of my time. trusion into State and local elections people will be disenfranchised if they The CHAIR. The question is on the and came to the floor through a defi- believe it because they saw it on the amendment offered by the gentleman cient process, I urge my colleagues to internet. from California (Mr. DESAULNIER). support my amendment to strike this Mr. Chairman, I think, though I am The amendment was agreed to. section, and I reserve the balance of sure well-intended, this amendment is AMENDMENT NO. 2 OFFERED BY MRS. LESKO my time. a mistake. I urge its defeat, and I re- The CHAIR. It is now in order to con- Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I rise serve the balance of my time. sider amendment No. 2 printed in part in opposition to the amendment. Mrs. LESKO. Mr. Chairman, I yield 2 B of House Report 116–253. The CHAIR. The gentlewoman from minutes to the gentleman from Illinois Mrs. LESKO. Mr. Chairman, I have California is recognized for 5 minutes. (Mr. RODNEY DAVIS), my good friend. an amendment at the desk. Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Chairman, I op- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate pose the amendment. I think the Chairman, I thank my good friend from the amendment. amendment strikes what is really a Arizona (Mrs. LESKO) for yielding. The text of the amendment is as fol- commonsense section of the underlying Mr. Chairman, this amendment is a lows: bill. very well-intended amendment. I agree Strike section 313 (and redesignate the suc- Section 313, beginning on page 49, with my colleague from California that ceeding sections accordingly). line 11, comes from the Deceptive Prac- it is a very well-intended amendment The CHAIR. Pursuant to House Reso- tices and Voter Intimidation Act. It that is going to actually correct, I be- lution 650, the gentlewoman from Ari- first gives deference to State and local lieve, what would be an unintended zona (Mrs. LESKO) and a Member op- officials to combat deceptive practices consequence if this bill were to ever be- posed each will control 5 minutes. in their localities if there is a credible come law. The Chair recognizes the gentle- report made that materially false in- woman from Arizona. formation has been communicated to b 1600 Mrs. LESKO. Mr. Chairman, I rise in the public regarding Federal elections This section that is being amended support of my amendment to H.R. 4617, such as the time, place, or manner of today provides unprecedented power to which would strike from the bill a sec- holding an election. the Attorney General to intercede in tion that gives the U.S. Attorney Gen- Section 313 provides that the respon- Federal races when he or she believes eral unprecedented power to involve sibility first falls on State and local of- State and local officials have not taken

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.058 H23OCPT1 H8426 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 ‘‘adequate steps’’ to correct ‘‘misin- the U.S. Government should know ev- within the audio at intervals of not greater formation.’’ erything and should do everything. I than two minutes each. Madam Chair, the Attorney General think local control is better, that they ‘‘(c) INAPPLICABILITY TO CERTAIN ENTI- TIES.—This section does not apply to the fol- is a partisan official. They are not a know better what is going on. lowing: nonpartisan official. Imagine if Attor- Madam Chair, I ask my colleagues to ‘‘(1) A radio or television broadcasting sta- ney General Barr was given broad au- support the amendment, and I yield tion, including a cable or satellite television thority to take ‘‘adequate steps.’’ This back the balance of my time. operator, programmer, or producer, that is the language in the bill. The Acting CHAIR (Ms. DEGETTE). broadcasts materially deceptive audio or vis- These are the facts, Madam Chair. If The question is on the amendment of- ual media prohibited by this section as part Attorney General Barr was given broad fered by the gentlewoman from Arizona of a bona fide newscast, news interview, news documentary, or on-the-spot coverage of authority to take adequate steps in (Mrs. LESKO). bona fide news events, if the broadcast clear- correcting the record in any Demo- The question was taken; and the Act- ly acknowledges through content or a disclo- cratic districts, imagine that. Imagine ing Chair announced that the noes ap- sure, in a manner that can be easily heard or the uproar. There would be a public up- peared to have it. read by the average listener or viewer, that roar. The same could be said for a Mrs. LESKO. Madam Chair, I demand there are questions about the authenticity of Democratic Attorney General. a recorded vote. the materially deceptive audio or visual The section not only gives broad au- The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to media. thority to the AG, but it is extremely clause 6 of rule XVIII, further pro- ‘‘(2) A radio or television broadcasting sta- vague and will also leave State and ceedings on the amendment offered by tion, including a cable or satellite television local election officials struggling to the gentlewoman from Arizona will be operator, programmer, or producer, when it is paid to broadcast materially deceptive comply with this section. postponed. audio or visual media. To make matters worse, we have not AMENDMENT NO. 3 OFFERED BY MR. LYNCH ‘‘(3) An internet website, or a regularly heard from a single State or local elec- The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order published newspaper, magazine, or other pe- tion official about how this might im- to consider amendment No. 3 printed in riodical of general circulation, including an pact their ability to conduct elections. part B of House Report 116–253. internet or electronic publication, that rou- This is the reason why we have hear- Mr. LYNCH. Madam Chair, I have an tinely carries news and commentary of gen- ings. This is the reason why we call amendment at the desk. eral interest, and that publishes materially people into Congress to listen to them deceptive audio or visual media prohibited The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will by this section, if the publication clearly about the impact of legislation that we designate the amendment. states that the materially deceptive audio or are debating in this House. The text of the amendment is as fol- visual media does not accurately represent And we did not have a single hearing lows: the speech or conduct of the candidate. before this bill was rushed to the floor. Page 54, insert after line 14 the following: ‘‘(4) Materially deceptive audio or visual media that constitutes satire or parody. This is not regular order. This is not Subtitle C—Prohibiting Use of Deepfakes in ‘‘(d) CIVIL ACTION.— what the Democratic majority prom- Election Campaigns ‘‘(1) INJUNCTIVE OR OTHER EQUITABLE RE- ised when they were given the majority SEC. 321. PROHIBITION ON DISTRIBUTION OF MA- by the American people to run this in- LIEF.—A candidate for elective office whose TERIALLY DECEPTIVE AUDIO OR voice or likeness appears in a materially de- stitution. This is a broken promise VISUAL MEDIA PRIOR TO ELECTION. ceptive audio or visual media distributed in that they made to the American peo- (a) IN GENERAL.—Title III of the Federal violation of this section may seek injunctive ple, and I think we need to pass this Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. or other equitable relief prohibiting the dis- amendment. 30101 et seq.), as amended by section 203, is tribution of audio or visual media in viola- Ms. LOFGREN. Madam Chair, I further amended by adding at the end the tion of this section. An action under this following new section: would note that this bill is supported paragraph shall be entitled to precedence in ‘‘SEC. 325. PROHIBITION ON DISTRIBUTION OF by a broad spectrum of civil rights accordance with the Federal Rules of Civil MATERIALLY DECEPTIVE MEDIA Procedure. groups, including the Leadership Con- PRIOR TO ELECTION. ‘‘(2) DAMAGES.—A candidate for elective of- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in ference on Civil and Human Rights, the fice whose voice or likeness appears in a ma- subsections (b) and (c), a person, political NAACP, as well as the Brennan Center terially deceptive audio or visual media dis- committee, or other entity shall not, within for Justice. And there is a reason for tributed in violation of this section may 60 days of a election for Federal office at that. bring an action for general or special dam- which a candidate for elective office will ap- A lot of the mischief that goes on to ages against the person, committee, or other pear on the ballot, distribute, with actual entity that distributed the materially decep- try and prevent people from voting has malice, materially deceptive audio or visual tive audio or visual media. The court may a racial impact. We have seen the sup- media of the candidate with the intent to in- also award a prevailing party reasonable at- pression of the vote, the efforts that jure the candidate’s reputation or to deceive torney’s fees and costs. This paragraph shall a voter into voting for or against the can- have been undertaken to suppress the not be construed to limit or preclude a plain- didate. vote through confusion and through tiff from securing or recovering any other ‘‘(b) EXCEPTION.— lies, where a piece of information available remedy. ‘‘(1) REQUIRED LANGUAGE.—The prohibition would go into a minority community— ‘‘(3) BURDEN OF PROOF.—In any civil action in subsection (a) does not apply if the audio alleging a violation of this section, the ‘‘the vote is now on Wednesday, not on or visual media includes— plaintiff shall bear the burden of establishing Tuesday’’—so that people will be con- ‘‘(A) a disclosure stating: ‘‘This lllll the violation through clear and convincing fused and not show up to vote. has been manipulated.’’; and evidence. That is simply wrong. We need to ‘‘(B) filled in the blank in the disclosure ‘‘(e) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—This section take steps that are reasonable, as this under subparagraph (A), the term ‘image’, shall not be construed to alter or negate any is, to confront that. ‘video’, or ‘audio’, as most accurately de- rights, obligations, or immunities of an This bill will help. That is why so scribes the media. interactive service provider under section 230 many groups support it. ‘‘(2) VISUAL MEDIA.—For visual media, the of title 47, United States Code. I urge defeat of the amendment, and text of the disclosure shall appear in a size ‘‘(f) MATERIALLY DECEPTIVE AUDIO OR VIS- that is easily readable by the average viewer I yield back the balance of my time. UAL MEDIA DEFINED.—In this section, the and no smaller than the largest font size of term ‘materially deceptive audio or visual Mrs. LESKO. Madam Chair, I agree other text appearing in the visual media. If media’ means an image or an audio or video that it is wrong if somebody pulls out the visual media does not include any other recording of a candidate’s appearance, false information about an election, text, the disclosure shall appear in a size speech, or conduct that has been inten- like the date or time, but I certainly that is easily readable by the average viewer. tionally manipulated in a manner such that don’t agree that the United States At- For visual media that is video, the disclosure both of the following conditions are met: torney General should get involved in shall appear for the duration of the video. ‘‘(1) The image or audio or video recording local elections. ‘‘(3) AUDIO-ONLY MEDIA.—If the media con- would falsely appear to a reasonable person On this bill and other bills, I think sists of audio only, the disclosure shall be to be authentic. read in a clearly spoken manner and in a ‘‘(2) The image or audio or video recording there is a fundamental difference be- pitch that can be easily heard by the average would cause a reasonable person to have a tween the way some of my Democratic listener, at the beginning of the audio, at the fundamentally different understanding or colleagues believe and what fellow Re- end of the audio, and, if the audio is greater impression of the expressive content of the publicans and I believe. They believe than two minutes in length, interspersed image or audio or video recording than that

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.061 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8427 person would have if the person were hearing The Congressional Research Service can identify which images or video are or seeing the unaltered, original version of similarly warns that hostile state ac- deepfakes. Perhaps the Committee on the image or audio or video recording.’’. tors could release digitally altered vid- Science, Space, and Technology should (b) CRIMINAL PENALTIES.—Section 309(d)(1) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 eos of government officials or can- hold a hearing on this issue as well. (52 U.S.C. 30109(d)(1)), as amended by section didates making incendiary comments In dealing with this issue, Congress 103, is further amended by adding at the end or engaged in inappropriate behavior to needs to appropriately weigh the First the following new subparagraph: erode public trust, degrade our public Amendment protections afforded to ‘‘(G) Any person who knowingly and will- discourse, defame particular can- public speech with the dangerous po- fully commits a violation of section 325 shall didates, and sway elections. tential of deepfakes to add further be fined not more than $100,000, imprisoned The proliferation of deepfake tech- damage to our already polarized cli- not more than 5 years, or both.’’. nologies presents a serious threat to mate. (c) EFFECT ON DEFAMATION ACTION.—For purposes of an action for defamation, a viola- the integrity of U.S. elections, consid- This amendment, like many of these tion of section 325 of the Federal Election ering that our Nation’s 17 intelligence amendments, would be better served to Campaign Act of 1971, as added by subsection agencies already determined that our pass through regular order and give the (a), shall constitute defamation per se. most fundamental democratic process American public a chance to learn The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to has come under attack by foreign ad- about these very important and, at House Resolution 650, the gentleman versaries. With high confidence, the times, recent and troubling issues. from Massachusetts (Mr. LYNCH) and a U.S. intelligence community found I reserve the balance of my time. Member opposed each will control 5 that Russian President Vladimir Putin Mr. LYNCH. Madam Chair, I do ap- minutes. ordered an influence campaign aimed preciate the gentleman from Illinois’ The Chair recognizes the gentleman at the 2016 election that included clan- thoughtful support for this amend- from Massachusetts. destine intelligence operations and bla- ment. Mr. LYNCH. Madam Chair, I yield tant meddling by state-owned agencies, I thank Chair LOFGREN for her lead- myself such time as I may consume. state-funded media outlets, third-party ership again in bringing the SHIELD First of all, I thank Ms. LOFGREN for intermediaries, and paid social media Act to the floor and working with me her leadership and her courage and trolls. The final report issued by Spe- on this amendment. I again urge my colleagues on both hard work in bringing this important cial Counsel Robert Mueller augmented sides of the aisle to support this bill to the floor. this assessment. amendment, and I yield back the bal- My amendment to H.R. 4617, the According to the ‘‘2019 Worldwide ance of my time. SHIELD Act, would generally prohibit Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intel- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. the use of so-called deepfakes within 60 ligence Community,’’ our adversaries Madam Chair, I yield back the balance days of a Federal election. will continue refining their inter- These digital photo, audio, and video of my time. ference capabilities and add new tac- forgeries are generated using artificial The Acting CHAIR. The question is tics to dramatically alter the threat intelligence. They appear realistic and on the amendment offered by the gen- landscape for 2020 and future elections. are intended to manipulate or deceive tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. In the interest of enhancing election their audience. LYNCH). This amendment also establishes security, campaign law must adapt to The amendment was agreed to. these evolving technologies. A prohibi- criminal and civil penalties for the ma- AMENDMENT NO. 4 OFFERED BY MR. LEVIN OF licious use of deepfakes in Federal elec- tion on the use of deepfakes in Federal MICHIGAN tions while providing necessary exemp- elections is a great first step in the The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order tions for broadcasting or publication of right direction. to consider amendment No. 4 printed in deepfake content by news media orga- Madam Chair, I urge my colleagues part B of House Report 116–253. nizations in satire or parity and other on both sides of the aisle to support Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Madam appropriate cases. this amendment, and I reserve the bal- Chair, I have an amendment at the As chairman of the National Security ance of my time. desk. Subcommittee of the Oversight and Re- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will form Committee, I can attest to the es- Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to designate the amendment. calating warnings that we have re- the amendment, although I am not The text of the amendment is as fol- ceived from U.S. intelligence commu- necessarily opposed it. lows: nity officials and national security ex- The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- Page 36, insert after line 22 the following: perts regarding the use of these tion, the gentleman is recognized for 5 SEC. 206. PROHIBITING ESTABLISHMENT OF COR- deepfake technologies as an emerging minutes. PORATION TO CONCEAL ELECTION tool of foreign election interference. There was no objection. CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. BY FOREIGN NATIONALS. During our recent hearing to exam- (a) PROHIBITION.—Chapter 29 of title 18, ine election security, government and Madam Chair, this is a problem. Misin- United States Code is amended by adding at private-sector panelists testified about formation, false representation, the end the following: the capacity of deepfake technologies digitally manipulated images, that is a ‘‘§ 612. Establishment of corporation to con- to ‘‘weaponize’’ false information on a problem. ceal election contributions and donations massive scale. That is because it is al- What we do in this institution, and by foreign nationals ready widely accessible, easy to use, the political nature of our jobs, I think ‘‘(a) OFFENSE.—It shall be unlawful for an low cost, and rapidly evolving. we have all been victims of videos that owner, officer, attorney, or incorporation In reference to the security of the try to provide false information. This agent of a corporation, company, or other 2020 U.S. Presidential election, FBI Di- has to be addressed. entity to establish or use the corporation, rector Christopher Wray has stated I believe we need to have some hear- company, or other entity with the intent to ings on this issue because it is pretty conceal an activity of a foreign national (as that deepfake content is a ‘‘topic of defined in section 319 of the Federal Election great concern,’’ as Federal intelligence complicated. And we haven’t had a sin- Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121)) pro- agencies combat the threat of election gle hearing with any of the platforms, hibited under such section 319. meddling by foreign adversaries that where many of these videos would be ‘‘(b) PENALTY.—Any person who violates are intent on developing new ways to published, before this bill was rushed subsection (a) shall be imprisoned for not perpetuate malign influence oper- to the floor. more than 5 years, fined under this title, or ations. I agree with my colleague from Mas- both.’’. (b) TABLE OF SECTIONS.—The table of sec- According to the nonpartisan Council sachusetts (Mr. LYNCH) that deepfakes on Foreign Relations, deepfakes tions for chapter 29 of title 18, United States present a unique challenge for Congress Code, is amended by inserting after the item present ‘‘disinformation on steroids’’ to address. I would hate to see a poten- relating to section 611 the following: and could easily be deployed to influ- tial solution that is being offered by ‘‘612. Establishment of corporation to con- ence an election, spark violence, exac- my good friend put on a partisan bill. ceal election contributions and erbate societal divisions, and under- An additional problem I see is that I donations by foreign nation- mine other democratic institutions. am not aware of any technology that als.’’.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0655 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.023 H23OCPT1 H8428 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to statement. I am proud to support this Madam Chair, I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote on House Resolution 650, the gentleman amendment, a commonsense measure this amendment, and I yield back the from Michigan (Mr. LEVIN) and a Mem- to close a loophole that is allowing il- balance of my time. ber opposed each will control 5 min- legal political spending by foreign na- The Acting CHAIR. The question is utes. tionals in United States elections. on the amendment offered by the gen- The Chair recognizes the gentleman In the 2016 election, millions of tleman from Michigan (Mr. LEVIN). from Michigan. Americans saw and engaged with polit- The amendment was agreed to. Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Madam ical advertisements paid for by foreign AMENDMENT NO. 5 OFFERED BY MR. LANGEVIN Chair, my bipartisan amendment nationals. Last year, Facebook CEO The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order cracks down on foreign influence in our Mark Zuckerberg confirmed in sworn to consider amendment No. 5 printed in elections. testimony before Congress that foreign part B of House Report 116–253. I would like to begin by thanking my nationals were purchasing campaign Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Chair, I friend and coauthor of this amend- ads and issue ads through American have an amendment at the desk. ment, Ranking Member MCCAUL, with shell companies. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will whom I have the great privilege of As elected officials, we took an oath designate the amendment. serving on the House Foreign Affairs to defend the Constitution of the The text of the amendment is as fol- Committee, as well as my colleagues United States of America against both lows: cosponsoring this amendment, espe- foreign and domestic adversaries and Page 28, insert after line 12 the following: cially Representatives ROUDA, SLOTKIN, threats. That includes the cornerstone SEC. 118. INDEPENDENT STUDY ON MEDIA LIT- ERACY AND ONLINE POLITICAL CON- and SPEIER. of our democracy, free and fair elec- TENT CONSUMPTION. I also thank Chairwoman LOFGREN tions. (a) INDEPENDENT STUDY.—Not later than 30 for her inspiring leadership and for b 1615 days after the date of enactment of this Act, working with me on this provision. the Federal Election Commission shall com- I came to Congress to strengthen our This amendment and the underlying mission an independent study and report on democracy, and that is the funda- bill seek to end a dangerous and well- media literacy with respect to online polit- mental purpose of this truly bipartisan documented form of foreign election ical content consumption among voting-age interference. Americans. amendment that I am proposing today. (b) ELEMENTS.—The study and report under Current campaign finance laws pro- I thank Representatives LEVIN and subsection (a) shall include the following: hibit foreign nationals from making MCCAUL for offering this important (1) An evaluation of media literacy skills, campaign contributions or conducting amendment, and I look forward to con- such as the ability to evaluate sources, syn- political activity. But because of a tinuing to work with them to address thesize multiple accounts into a coherent loophole, there is no law specifically this critical issue. understanding of an issue, understand the preventing foreign nationals from set- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. context of communications, and responsibly ting up a shell corporation or company Madam Chair, I claim the time in oppo- create and share information, among voting- sition, although I am not opposed to age Americans. to hide illegal political activity. (2) An analysis of the effects of media lit- Our bipartisan amendment will nail this amendment. eracy education and particular media lit- that loophole shut by prohibiting for- The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- eracy skills on the ability to critically con- eign nationals from funneling money tion, the gentleman is recognized for 5 sume online political content, including po- through shell companies to engage in minutes. litical advertising. political activity in America. There was no objection. (3) Recommendations for improving vot- We must keep our democratic process Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. ing-age Americans’ ability to critically con- safe from all bad actors, including for- Madam Chair, I support this amend- sume online political content, including po- eign actors, and strengthen the integ- ment. litical advertising. (c) DEADLINE.—Not later than 270 days rity of our elections. That is what this I want to thank my colleagues, Mr. after the date of enactment of this Act, the amendment does. LEVIN, Ranking Member MCCAUL, Mr. entity conducting the study and report Specifically, this amendment will ROUDA, Ms. SPEIER, and Ms. SLOTKIN, under subsection (a) shall submit the report make it a felony for an owner, officer, for offering this very thoughtful to the Commission. attorney, or incorporated agent of a amendment. I would like to note that, (d) SUBMISSION TO CONGRESS.—Not later corporation, company, or other entity even though the issue of using shell than 30 days after receiving the report under to establish or use the corporation, corporations to make contributions is subsection (c), the Commission shall submit the report to the Committee on House Ad- company, or other entity with the in- covered under the existing straw donor ministration of the House of Representatives tent to conceal the political activities prohibition, I do believe more clarity is and the Committee on Rules and Adminis- of foreign actors. needed on this issue. tration of the Senate, together with such Put simply, passing our amendment Madam Chair, I want to thank my comments on the report as the Commission will ensure serious consequences for colleagues. I am prepared to close, and considers appropriate. anyone who starts or operates a shell I reserve the balance of my time. (e) DEFINITION OF MEDIA LITERACY.—The company, or anyone who helps start or Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Madam term ‘‘media literacy’’ means the ability Chair, I will close by thanking the gen- to— operate a shell company, for the pur- (1) access relevant and accurate informa- pose of concealing political activities tleman from Illinois for his kinds tion through media; of bad foreign actors. words on this. We really have worked (2) critically analyze media content and I am proud to partner with the gen- hard as a team. It is a truly bipartisan the influences of media; tleman from Texas in proposing this bi- effort. (3) evaluate the comprehensiveness, rel- partisan amendment to defend our Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- evance, credibility, authority, and accuracy elections against foreign interference. ance of my time. of information; Our elections are a sacred cornerstone Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. (4) make educated decisions based on infor- Madam Chair, I thank, again, my good mation obtained from media and digital of our democracy, and we must do ev- sources; erything in our power to protect them. friend from the great State of Michigan (5) operate various forms of technology and I urge my colleagues to support this for offering this amendment. digital tools; and amendment. The only thing that I wish could have (6) reflect on how the use of media and I am particularly pleased to yield 1 happened is I wish we could have had technology may affect private and public minute to the gentleman from Cali- some hearings on this bill so that we life. fornia (Mr. ROUDA), my good friend. could have brought experts in on shell The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Mr. ROUDA. Madam Chair, I thank corporations that are making straw House Resolution 650, the gentleman my friend from Michigan, Representa- donor donations to Federal campaigns from Rhode Island (Mr. LANGEVIN) and tive LEVIN, for yielding. that are already prohibited so we could a Member opposed each will control 5 Madam Chair, preventing foreign find out the best way to ensure that minutes. election interference is a bipartisan doesn’t happen in the future, especially The Chair recognizes the gentleman issue. This amendment is proof of that from nefarious foreign actors. from Rhode Island.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.065 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8429 Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Chair, I Madam Chair, I urge my colleagues Lastly, Stone Bridge Pizza & Salad: yield myself such time as I may con- to support my amendment so we can We always crave the classic—obviously sume. explore how best to build up our citi- a political ad. I don’t know anybody Madam Chair, it is quite evident that zens’ resilience to foreign online influ- who would eat pizza like that, but our democracy is under attack from ence campaigns. clearly this is not a political ad. concerted foreign influence campaigns, Madam Chair, I reserve the balance I think we need to take a step back. and online disinformation is one of our of my time. We need to realize that the current enemies’ most potent weapons. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. FEC that is dysfunctional is the last Starting in 2013, Russian operatives Madam Chair, I claim the time in oppo- place for independent review of any- associated with the Internet Research sition to this amendment. thing. We need to make sure that the Agency waged a robust and systematic The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman is FEC does its job in a nonpartisan way. influence campaign on Facebook, recognized for 5 minutes. Madam Chair, we need to vote ‘‘no’’ Instagram, and Twitter that reached Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. on this amendment, and I reserve the millions of users in the United States. Madam Chair, I yield myself such time balance of my time. These operatives used political ad- as I may consume. Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Chair, may I vertisements and falsified news articles Madam Chair, I thank my colleague, inquire how much time I have remain- and other content in an attempt to de- Mr. LANGEVIN, for offering this amend- ing. ceive social media users, widen our po- ment. As good a friend as he is, it The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman litical and social divisions, and weaken somewhat pains me to have to stand up from Rhode Island has 2 minutes re- our confidence and participation in the and be opposed to it. maining. democratic process. Again, the FEC, the Federal Election Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Chair, if Their efforts, particularly sur- Commission, is the independent regu- only my colleague had actually read rounding the 2016 election, were dis- latory agency charged with admin- and understood the bill, he would know turbingly successful. istering and enforcing the Federal that it is an independent study. I think About 60 percent of Americans who campaign finance law. They have juris- that would make a difference in how, prefer getting their news through so- diction over the financing of cam- perhaps, he felt about the bill. cial media say they have shared false paigns for us here in the House, our Madam Chair, I yield 1 minute to the information. Additionally, public con- colleagues in the Senate, the Presi- gentlewoman from Michigan (Ms. fidence in our democracy is low, and we dent, and the Vice President. They are SLOTKIN). are perhaps more polarized than ever not the fake news police, much to the Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Chair, I rise before. chagrin of the current FEC Chair. today in support of this amendment to With the 2020 elections right around This amendment requires an inde- the SHIELD Act, the digital citizen- the corner, we must act now to build pendent report from the FEC, and I am ship and media literacy amendment. up our resilience to these efforts and not convinced that the FEC Chair is We have said it before. No matter ensure Americans are informed, crit- capable of issuing any independent re- who we are, Democrats, Republicans, ical consumers of online content. Vot- port, any independent guidance, or any or Independents, we should all agree ers must view online political adver- independent legal interpretations; and, that we don’t want foreigners manipu- tising with a discerning eye and be able frankly, I don’t think she is capable of lating our citizens, sowing discord in to make educated decisions based on offering any independent tweets. our society, and playing in our polit- the content that they consume. I think it is worth noting that every ical process. This amendment, Madam Chair, to single House Democrat voted to make We know that foreign entities con- the SHIELD Act would direct the FEC the FEC a partisan agency earlier this tinue to target social media ads and to commission a study on Americans’ Congress in H.R. 1 and has lamented disinformation at voters, particularly media literacy skills, including the how dysfunctional they believe the in swing States like mine, Michigan. ability to critically evaluate sources FEC is. If the FEC were a partisan These ads are horrible. They seek to di- and responsibly share information. It agency, would we want them deter- vide us and influence our political would require a report on the impact of mining which news was fake news and process. media literacy education on how Amer- which news was legitimate? The Senate Select Committee on In- icans consume and understand online I agree we need to understand and telligence released a bipartisan report political content, with a focus on polit- improve media literacy with respect to late last month and said that the pub- ical advertisements. The study would political content in this country, but lic needs to be informed and both un- also include recommendations to im- the FEC is not the entity to lead that derstand and identify disinformation prove voters’ resilience to endeavor. that is critical to preventing foreign disinformation. Let’s take a look at the danger of influence. This means our citizens, and A functioning democracy depends on overregulating online ads and misinter- especially our kids, need to have the informed citizens who can responsibly preting political content. The ad I have tools to spot this disinformation. participate in the political process, and behind me and the ones behind it are In this new age of digital warfare, we the unquestioning consumption and already being labeled as political ads need education. Education is critical. sharing of disinformation online under- on Facebook. These came straight from This study helps us get at this so that mines the integrity of this system. My the Facebook ad library. we can all understand how to identify amendment will help shed light on the First off, we have my favorite. As the propaganda and flag it. skills Americans need to resist these proud dad of two Yorkies at home in Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. malicious campaigns. Taylorville, Illinois, this political ad Madam Chair, I yield myself such time Renee Hobbs, the director of Media for hotdogcollars.com would allow me as I may consume. Education Lab in Rhode Island and a to get my two Yorkies some new dog Madam Chair, I appreciate the com- professor at the University of Rhode Is- collars. I don’t know—except maybe ments from my good friend from Michi- land, puts it plainly: the American flag dog collar—how po- gan. I, too, am in a swing district. We ‘‘Learning to recognize and resist litical that is. don’t want misinformation. propaganda and disinformation is an Next up is the very political ad To address comments made by my essential dimension of education in a Facebook is now categorizing under good friend from Rhode Island, I under- digital age. After all, it is the only current law and under their current stand that what the gentleman is ask- long-term strategy that embodies our regulations as a political ad—Pizza ing for is an independent report. I don’t country’s vital democratic traditions Crave. Hey, it is Halloween season, it is believe the FEC can offer an inde- of robust dialogue and debate in the almost upon us, $10 pizza pies. I don’t pendent assessment of anything right marketplace of ideas.’’ know why that is categorized as polit- now. Professor Hobbs is right, and as more ical, but it is. Madam Chair, you have an FEC that and more Americans rely on social Do we really want the FEC to figure is completely dysfunctional. You have media to get their news, media literacy out that they are the agency to correct a Chair of the FEC who is doing noth- is becoming ever more important. that? No. Facebook ought to correct it. ing but taking partisan shots at our

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.068 H23OCPT1 H8430 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 President. That is not what the FEC ‘‘(4) IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER.—In this the summer.’’ Then he accepted the should be. subsection, the term ‘immediate family offer of assistance. He told a lot of peo- The FEC is incapable of offering any member’ means, with respect to a candidate, ple about the offer, including his broth- independent review of anything. That a parent, parent-in-law, spouse, adult child, er-in-law and the chairman of the cam- or sibling.’’. is my concern. That is why I believe if paign, he had a meeting around the we could work together and come up The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to offer, but he never told law enforce- with a more viable solution to get a House Resolution 650, the gentleman ment. true independent study, I think we from California (Mr. SWALWELL) and a This is the part of the honor code could do that. Member opposed each will control 5 that most candidates in America fol- Madam Chair, I am ready to close, minutes. low. It is just the right thing to do. Un- and I reserve the balance of my time. The Chair recognizes the gentleman fortunately, Donald Trump, Jr.’s con- Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Chair, I from California. duct highlights that we have to take Mr. SWALWELL of California. yield myself the balance of my time to parts of the honor code that good peo- Madam Chair, I yield myself such time close. ple usually just follow and codify them as I may consume. Madam Chair, to address my col- into law. Madam Chair, I rise in support of the league’s point, again, it is not the FEC I wrote the Duty to Report Act last underlying bill and my amendment, that is going to do the study. It is an Congress with Senator RICHARD which would include a candidate’s im- independent study that will be done, be BLUMENTHAL, who sponsored it in the mediate family members to those commissioned to be concluded, and Senate, that also would include imme- whose direct or indirect contacts or that would be the final product, not diate family members, not just the communications with a foreign na- the FEC. candidate to tell law enforcement, but tional may amount to a reportable for- So, with that, Russia’s election inter- the parent, parent-in-law, spouse, adult eign contact. ference efforts in 2016 were sweeping child, or sibling. I also think it is very fitting that we I am afraid that someone like Don and damaging, and we know that social are doing this legislation in the same media was one of their greatest weap- Jr., who didn’t have an official role in week that we will honor Oversight and the Trump campaign, would not be in- ons. As the 2020 elections approach, and Reform Committee Chairman, Elijah for future elections, we must ensure cluded in the SHIELD Act as written, Cummings, someone who I have had and that is the reason I am offering that our citizens are resilient to for- the privilege of not only working with eign influence companies by arming this amendment. but being represented by when I was a Madam Chair, I ask for support on them with the skills to be critical con- law student in Baltimore. my amendment, and I reserve the bal- sumers of online political content. But Elijah, the gentleman from ance of my time. I urge my colleagues to support my Maryland, and I worked to write the Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. amendment to study media literacy Protecting Our Democracy Act imme- Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to and its impact on American voters— diately after the Russian interference this amendment. again, an independent study that will campaign. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman be commissioned. Every member of the Democrat Cau- from Illinois is recognized for 5 min- Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- cus and members from the Republican utes. ance of my time. Caucus signed on to that. I still believe Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. that is the best way to address what Madam Chair, this amendment amends Madam Chair, to clarify, I don’t think the Russians did in 2016 and to harden the underlying duty to report section. the FEC is capable of actually commis- our systems so they don’t do it again. The goal of this underlying section is sioning an independent study. I would But I believe that this effort, the something I share with my friend be happy to work with the gentleman SHIELD Act, led by Chairwoman ZOE across the aisle. If a foreign national from Rhode Island to find another LOFGREN will go a very, very long way would approach me with an offer of as- agency that we believe could offer a in protecting our elections, and I thank sistance in my campaign, I would abso- fair assessment. the chairwoman for her leadership in lutely alert the FBI. Madam Chair, I will urge a ‘‘no’’ vote this effort. My colleague from California men- on this amendment for those reasons, American elections should be decided tions an instance with the President’s and I yield back the balance of my by Americans. Ms. LOFGREN’s bill will son. I mean, clearly, I know that he time. go a long way to stopping secret for- and my Democratic colleagues, they The Acting CHAIR. The question is eign attempts to influence our democ- look at this, this is not about what is on the amendment offered by the gen- racy, as we saw in 2016. going to happen to many of the col- tleman from Rhode Island (Mr. LAN- We know that as a part of Russia’s leagues here, because, likely, we are GEVIN). attack on us, it purchased social media never going to be approached by a for- The amendment was agreed to. advertisements. eign national. But if we are, I think we Madam Chair, 3,500 advertisements all agree, it is a pretty bipartisan con- b 1630 on political or public policy topics sensus, we would call the FBI. AMENDMENT NO. 6 OFFERED BY MR. SWALWELL were purchased using rubles. To com- This is a partisan attack on the OF CALIFORNIA bat this conduct, I had introduced in President. But rarely are instances as The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order May, H.R. 2853, the Corporate Duty to blatant as what I mentioned before to consider amendment No. 6 printed in Report Act. Part of my bill would re- about being contacted and I would call part B of House Report 116–253. quire companies distributing political the FBI. What this underlying section Mr. SWALWELL of California. communications, including social is asking of political committees is for Madam Chair, I have an amendment at media companies, to take the small but them to serve as immigration officials, the desk, No. 6, made in order under important step in at least asking if the where they will be in a position to de- the rule. purchaser is a foreign national. I thank termine the citizenship of anyone that The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will Chairwoman LOFGREN for including their campaign comes into contact designate the amendment. this concept in the SHIELD Act. with. The text of the amendment is as fol- We also learned in June 2016 that But, again, I believe through bipar- lows: Donald Trump, Jr., was told over email tisan negotiations, we could make this Page 3, line 15, insert ‘‘and each immediate that the Russian Government was of- work. The underlying duty to report family member of a candidate’’ after ‘‘each fering ‘‘official documents and infor- section was already vague to begin candidate’’. mation that would incriminate Hillary with, and adding in additional parties, Page 4, line 9, insert ‘‘an immediate family and her dealings with Russia,’’ which as this amendment does, that must member of the candidate,’’ after ‘‘a can- didate,’’. was, ‘‘part of Russia and its govern- comply only adds to our concern that Page 7, line 9, strike the closing quotation ment support for Mr. Trump.’’ we are setting up campaign commit- mark and the second period. Don Jr., replied in part, ‘‘If it’s what tees, as well as their families, we are Page 7, insert after line 9 the following: you say, I love it, especially later in setting them up for failure.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.069 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8431 It is also worth noting that this will be judged on the chilling effect to SEC. 104. REPORT TO CONGRESSIONAL INTEL- amendment would affect family mem- free speech that this legislation, if put LIGENCE COMMITTEES. (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year bers the candidate has no control over. into law, would have on our system after the date of enactment of this Act, and My family members own fast food res- that is so much different from those annually thereafter, the Director of the Fed- taurants. So are they going to have to nefarious countries and leaders who eral Bureau of Investigation shall submit to ask—if this becomes law—every cus- want to meddle in our election process. the congressional intelligence committees a tomer if they are a foreign national But my point earlier still stands. I report relating to notifications received by representing a foreign government? agree that somebody who would fall the Federal Bureau of Investigation under Do they have a duty to report? under FARA, the Foreign Agent Reg- section 304(j)(1) of the Federal Election Cam- istration Act, would be the ones that paign Act of 1971 (as added by section 101(a) That is something that needs to be of this Act). clarified. we would have a duty to report, if they (b) ELEMENTS.—Each report under sub- We have to do a little bit more work. came to our campaign. But at the same section (a) shall include, at a minimum, the I think we can work this out, but time, how do we know? Are they going following with respect to notifications de- again, the secretive nature of how this to wear a badge that says, Hey, I am a scribed in subsection (a): bill was written and forced onto the FARA-registered individual from an- (1) The number of such notifications re- floor with zero hearings doesn’t give us other country, and I am coming to talk ceived from political committees during the a chance, or frankly, the majority a to you since you are a Member of Con- year covered by the report. (2) A description of protocols and proce- chance to ask these questions and ad- gress in a political campaign? dures developed by the Federal Bureau of In- dress our concerns. I mean, am I going to have my kids vestigation relating to receipt and mainte- Madam Chair, I would urge a ‘‘no’’ who are in college, am I going to have nance of records relating to such notifica- vote, and I reserve the balance of my to have them ask everyone they come tions. time. into contact with, ‘‘Are you registered (3) With respect to such notifications re- Mr. SWALWELL of California. under the Foreign Agent Registration ceived during the year covered by the report, Madam Chair, I yield myself the bal- Act in Washington, D.C., because I a description of any subsequent actions ance of my time. have a duty to report.’’ taken by the Director resulting from the re- How are we going to know? That is ceipt of such notifications. I appreciate the gentleman’s con- (c) CONGRESSIONAL INTELLIGENCE COMMIT- cerns and I accept that the gentleman why we have to take a step back. We TEES DEFINED.—In this section, the term would report, if he was contacted by a have to sit down. We have to work this ‘‘congressional intelligence committees’’ has foreign national. And I want to clarify, together. There are too many unin- the meaning given that term in section 3 of in the legislation under section (c)(1), tended consequences that, yes, Madam the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. the term is covered, ‘‘foreign na- Chair, we will be judged by in this 3003). tional,’’ which means a foreign prin- country. We will be judged by the free- The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to cipal who would fall subject to the For- doms and the freedom of speech that House Resolution 650, the gentleman eign Agents Registration Act. So it is many in this country take for granted, from Maryland (Mr. BROWN) and a not an immigrant. It is not any person that we should stand together, Repub- Member opposed each will control 5 born outside the United States. It is licans and Democrats, to protect, or we minutes. someone acting on behalf of a foreign will be judged by bad legislation that The Chair recognizes the gentleman agent. could be turned into law that could from Maryland. And it also has a ‘‘knowing stand- have a chilling effect on these free- Mr. BROWN of Maryland. Madam ard,’’ meaning that you would have to doms, on these liberties that our adver- Chair, I yield myself such time as I have some knowledge that this person saries that meddle in our elections may consume. Madam Chair, I want to recognize, is acting on behalf of a foreign agent. want to use to take them away from first, the hard work of Chairwoman And the Donald Trump, Jr., example, it every single American. LOFGREN. Your hard work and your was represented that the individuals Vote ‘‘no’’ on this amendment. Vote leadership on this important issue and were working with the prosecutor gen- to protect free speech and vote to take the underlying bill. It is clear that our eral of Russia, so clearly, that would be a step back to clarify how we work to foreign adversaries have and will con- notice that this is on behalf of a for- ensure that no foreign entity can inter- tinue to interfere and influence our eign agent. fere with our elections again. elections and attempt to erode con- Now, I also want to just point out Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- fidence in our government and destroy that, yes, there is an honor code that ance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is our democratic system. we all follow, and I believe most of my The Mueller report made clear that colleagues would tell the FBI. And, of on the amendment offered by the gen- tleman from California (Mr. the Russian Government interfered in course, in 2000, when the Gore cam- the 2016 Presidential election in a paign received debate prep materials SWALWELL). The amendment was agreed to. sweeping and systematic fashion. And for the Bush campaign, the Gore cam- Mr. Mueller testified earlier this year paign went to the FBI because it was AMENDMENT NO. 7 OFFERED BY MR. BROWN OF MARYLAND that many more countries have devel- provided by a foreign national. oped misinformation campaigns since However, what we learned in 2016 is The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 7 printed in 2016 targeted at the United States, our not everyone is as honorable, and so we democracy, and our system of elec- have to codify this. And I do believe part B of House Report 116–253. Mr. BROWN of Maryland. Madam tions. that we will be judged by what we do as Chair, I have an amendment at the Facebook on Monday disclosed that our democracy has been tested. And desk. it had taken down four new foreign in- not only what we do, but what we learn The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will terference operations originating from from the vulnerabilities that have been designate the amendment. Iran and Russia. Soliciting or accept- exposed. The text of the amendment is as fol- ing foreign interference doesn’t just And that is why I think it is so im- lows: violate our democratic norms; it clear- portant that Ms. LOFGREN’s legislation Page 3, line 11, insert after ‘‘foreign con- ly violates our laws. is voted for and passed on this floor, tact.’’ the following: ‘‘The Federal Bureau of Yet, in June, President Trump said and that we include this amendment to Investigation, not later than 1 week after re- there would be nothing wrong with ac- make sure it is not just candidates, but ceiving a notification from a political com- cepting from a foreign government in- also the family members. mittee under this paragraph, shall submit to criminating information about an op- Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- the political committee, the Permanent Se- ponent and saw no reason—the Presi- ance of my time. lect Committee on Intelligence of the House dent saw no reason—to call the FBI if Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. of Representatives, and the Select Com- it were to happen. Madam Chair, I agree with my col- mittee on Intelligence of the Senate written or electronic confirmation of receipt of the He went one step further and said it league from California. We will be notification.’’ was wrong for FBI Director Chris Wray judged on how we actually impact for- Page 11, insert after line 23 the following to say that public officials or cam- eign interference in our elections. We (and redesignate the succeeding section): paigns should contact the FBI if they

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:38 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.072 H23OCPT1 H8432 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 are contacted by other nations seeking but detail how they are managing and of these efforts and recommendations to influence or interfere with our elec- responding to notifications from polit- for how we can address these tactics in tions. ical committees will inevitably lead to future elections. The President’s remarks mirrored selective leaks and will politicize the Americans in rural communities face one given by his son-in-law, Jared well-intended goal of preventing for- many hurdles to exercising the right to Kushner, who also said he was not sure eign influence. vote, including the distance to the he would call the FBI if a foreign gov- Madam Chair, for those reasons, I op- nearest poll. We cannot add additional ernment offered damaging information pose this bill. And since my colleague hurdles of foreign disinformation and about a political foe. yielded back, I yield back the balance its influence on voter turnout. That is why it is critical that we pass of my time. There is nothing more important this legislation, to protect the integ- The Acting CHAIR. The question is than protecting our democracy and en- rity of our elections. on the amendment offered by the gen- suring every American has the ability The underlying bill requires public tleman from Maryland (Mr. BROWN). to vote and the opportunity to make officials, candidates, and campaigns to The amendment was agreed to. their voices heard. report to the FBI when foreign govern- AMENDMENT NO. 8 OFFERED BY MR. DELGADO Madam Chair, I urge my colleagues ments and their agents contact them The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to support this amendment, and I re- and holds them responsible when they to consider amendment No. 8 printed in serve the balance of my time. fail to report. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Chair, my amendment part B of House Report 116–253. Mr. DELGADO. Madam Chair, I have Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to strengthens this legislation by requir- the amendment. ing the FBI to confirm receipt of any an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman notification of possible foreign inter- from Illinois is recognized for 5 min- ference operations. designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as fol- utes. Additionally, the FBI must also no- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. tify both the House and Senate Intel- lows: Page 33, line 7, strike ‘‘and’’ Madam Chair, I, too, like my colleague ligence Committees guaranteeing that from New York, represent a district Congress, as a coequal branch of gov- Page 33, insert after line 7 the following (and redesignate the succeeding provision ac- with a very large rural population. I ernment, is made aware when foreign cordingly): want to see rural turnout as high as agents and hostile nations are attempt- ‘‘(2) an analysis of the extent to which il- possible. ing to undermine our democracy. licit foreign money was used to carry out But the mission of the FEC is to ad- Finally, my amendment would re- disinformation and propaganda campaigns minister and enforce Federal campaign quire the FBI to submit an annual re- focused on depressing turnout among rural finance law. I mean, if this becomes port to Congress related to all the noti- communities and the success or failure of law, along with some of the other pre- fications it has received and the cor- these efforts, together with recommenda- vious amendments and amendments responding actions the Bureau has tions to address these efforts in future elec- after this, I don’t know when the FEC taken in response. tions; and’’. The FBI cannot be passive to these The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to is going to have any time to actually threats to our national security but House Resolution 650, the gentleman enforce campaign finance violations must take decisive action to respond to from New York (Mr. DELGADO) and a that are happening right now. The FEC election interference. Member opposed each will control 5 is not equipped to receive all these Madam Chair, I strongly encourage minutes. mandates from Congress. my colleagues to support this amend- The Chair recognizes the gentleman This is an extremely important job, a ment and this underlying bill, and I from New York. job some on the Commission, including the Chair, are ignoring by spending all yield back the balance of my time. b 1645 Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. their time attacking the President. I Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to Mr. DELGADO. Madam Chair, I yield think we need to let the FEC focus on this amendment. myself such time as I may consume. their day job. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman Today, I rise in support of my amend- There are many groups, within and from Illinois is recognized for 5 min- ment to the SHIELD Act, which is outside government, that could utes. meant to keep foreign influences from produce a report on misinformation, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. depressing voter turnout in rural com- such as the U.S. Commission on Civil Madam Chair, the provision this sec- munities. Rights, maybe even the Brennan Cen- tion seeks to amend has problems in Protecting our democracy and up- ter. Let’s let them do it. and of itself. I object to this amend- holding the sanctity of our elections is Help us help the FEC to be able to do ment because I object to the under- of critical importance. the job that we have required it to do. lying premise of the bill. It is unrea- Madam Chair, the SHIELD Act is ur- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance sonable to require candidates to vet gently needed legislation. Americans of my time. every foreign national they come into will go to the polls in a matter of Mr. DELGADO. Madam Chair, I contact with. weeks, and every day, we are presented would note to my friend that in order I understand that this bill requires with more data that our foreign adver- for the FEC to enforce the law as you that candidates know or have reason to saries are working to influence our suggest, which I certainly believe they know that foreign nationals are cov- elections and undermine our democ- ought to, it would help if they would ered. My question is: Would not any racy. have the data and the information to government employee, such as those These destructive tactics, as we have do so and to be able to track down at- that work at an embassy, be covered seen in previous election cycles, con- tempts to break the law. under this bill? Wouldn’t a conversa- tinue to get more sophisticated, with This would be exactly what we are tion with a traffic officer or embassy outside parties now manipulating our trying to do with this amendment. To clerk be subject to penalties under this elections through the ballot box, social speculate on who might—when, where, section? media, and spreading misinformation. and how—be able to do this is a waste I absolutely believe that campaigns My amendment fights against these of time when we know at this point should have to report offers of assist- tactics and requires an analysis, fol- that we are under siege. ance from foreign nationals. The issue lowing each Federal election, into Madam Chair, I reserve the balance with this bill and, thus, this amend- whether or not illicit foreign money of my time. ment, is that it is overbroad and puts was used to carry out disinformation Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. the responsibility on campaigns. Cam- or propaganda campaigns focused on Madam Chair, I look forward to work- paigns are ill-prepared to interpret this depressing turnout among rural com- ing with my colleague from New York language. munities. to address many issues regarding rural I am also concerned that requiring The amendment also requires a America. I would love to be able to sit the FBI to not only notify Congress, breakdown of the successes or failures down and find a workable solution.

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So we are (B) by striking the period at the end of one my colleague has are going to stop paragraph (3) and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and either going to talk about amendments in their tracks when this amendment (C) by adding at the end the following: that are going to remain talking points passes on a partisan rollcall vote for ‘‘(4) a person to knowingly provide sub- or we can sit down together and work this amendment, and then it is not stantial assistance to another person in car- in a bipartisan fashion to get a law going to be signed into law. rying out an activity described in paragraph passed that is going to have the impact Again, I can’t wait to work with my (1), (2), or (3).’’; and that my colleague from New York and colleague on finding a way to get this (2) by adding at the end the following new I want it to have. information into the right hands and subsections: Let’s sit down, without having to ‘‘(f) KNOWINGLY DESCRIBED.— have those who can study it without ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of sub- write the rules that the FEC would having to go through a dysfunctional section (a)(4), the term ‘knowingly’ means have to follow. Let’s work together and Federal Election Commission and also actual knowledge, constructive knowledge, send a letter to the U.S. Commission have them study why we had historic awareness of pertinent facts that would lead on Civil Rights. Let’s send a letter to turnout not just in urban America but a reasonable person to conclude there is a the Brennan Center and see if they can in rural America during the 2018 mid- substantial probability, or awareness of per- study it. terms. Let’s talk about what we have tinent facts that would lead a reasonable person to conduct a reasonable inquiry to es- Why do we have to wait so long? This done right to make sure that voters is a much easier way to address the tablish— have a chance to get to the polls at his- ‘‘(A) with respect to an activity described problem that I think he and I agree toric turnout numbers like we saw dur- in subsection (a)(1), that the contribution, ought to be addressed. Let’s do that. ing the 2018 election cycle, which al- donation, expenditure, independent expendi- When this bill passes on a partisan lowed many of my colleagues to get ture, or disbursement is from a foreign na- rollcall today and goes nowhere when elected to this institution. tional; it moves into the Senate, let’s commit Madam Chair, I urge a ‘‘no’’ vote on ‘‘(B) with respect to an activity described in subsection (a)(2), that the contribution or to working together to see what we can this amendment. I look forward to do to get this done because rural Amer- donation solicited, accepted, or received is working with my colleague in the fu- from a foreign national; and ica is too important to be affected by ture to address the problem of access partisanship here in Washington, D.C. ‘‘(C) with respect to an activity described and voter access in rural America, and in subsection (a)(3), that the person direct- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance I yield back the balance of my time. ing, dictating, controlling, or directly or in- of my time. Mr. DELGADO. Madam Chair, I directly participating in the decision making Mr. DELGADO. Madam Chair, I process is a foreign national. would be more than happy to work would like to note, to bring the discus- sion back full circle, when my friend ‘‘(2) PERTINENT FACTS.—For purposes of with my colleague to do whatever we paragraph (1), pertinent facts include, but can to deal with protecting our elec- says that the FEC is dysfunctional but are not limited to, that the person making tions and ensuring that they remain began this conversation saying that it the contribution, donation, expenditure, free and fair. has the responsibility to enforce elec- independent expenditure, or disbursement, or As I am sure the gentleman under- tion laws, those two points don’t really that the person from whom the contribution stands, representing a rural district, go hand in hand. or donation is solicited, accepted, or re- ceived, or that the person directing, dic- too many folks in our communities are I think it is important that if we are going to make the FEC able and capa- tating, controlling, or directly or indirectly being left behind, and they should not participating in the decision making proc- be left behind in the least bit when it ble of enforcing the laws that we know ess— comes to the sanctity of our elections. are critical to protecting our democ- ‘‘(A) uses a foreign passport or passport While we might be in a position racy, then we should operate on the as- number for identification purposes; where, unfortunately, partisanship gets sumption of how we could make the ‘‘(B) provides a foreign address; in the way of these issues, I will note FEC as functional as possible and give ‘‘(C) uses a check or other written instru- that to simply say these things won’t the FEC data and information to ment drawn on a foreign bank, or by a wire become law is part of the problem. I achieve its stated purpose. transfer from a foreign bank, in carrying out the activity; or I thank Chairwoman LOFGREN for her think it is also important to ‘‘(D) resides abroad. deconstruct why these things are not leadership on this issue and urge my ‘‘(g) SUBSTANTIAL ASSISTANCE DEFINED.— making their way into law in the first colleagues on both sides of the aisle to As used in this section, the term ‘substantial place. put the protection of our democracy assistance’ means, with respect to an activ- When people become overly partisan over partisan division and pass both ity prohibited by paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of in this environment, we are at an im- my amendment and the underlying subsection (a), involvement with an intent to passe, unfortunately. I am here to bill. facilitate successful completion of the activ- ity.’’. work beyond that. Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance ance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is House Resolution 650, the gentlewoman Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. on the amendment offered by the gen- from Pennsylvania (Ms. HOULAHAN) and a Member opposed each will control 5 Madam Chair, again, I agree with my tleman from New York (Mr. DELGADO). colleague. This place becomes overly The amendment was agreed to. minutes. partisan. This entire process, this bill, The Chair recognizes the gentle- AMENDMENT NO. 9 OFFERED BY MS. HOULAHAN woman from Pennsylvania. with zero hearings in the House Admin- The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order Ms. HOULAHAN. Madam Chair- istration Committee before it was to consider amendment No. 9 printed in woman, I yield myself such time as I forced to markup through our com- part B of House Report 116–253. may consume. mittee, without us to have a chance to Ms. HOULAHAN. Madam Chair, I I thank Chairwoman LOFGREN today ask experts what they can and cannot have an amendment at the desk. for having supported such an amazing do to address many of the problems The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will body of work and for also supporting that my colleague from New York ac- designate the amendment. this amendment. tually offers solutions for, that is the The text of the amendment is as fol- I rise today in support of my amend- problem of partisanship. lows: ment to H.R. 4617, which helps secure We can’t just blame the Senate. I was Page 40, insert after line 6 the following: our elections by holding Americans told by many of my colleagues on the SEC. 303. PROHIBITION ON PROVISION OF SUB- who help foreigners funnel money into other side of the aisle when we were in STANTIAL ASSISTANCE RELATING our elections more accountable. the majority, ‘‘So what if the Senate is TO CONTRIBUTION OR DONATION BY FOREIGN NATIONALS. Throughout our history, people have not going to pass it? We ought to work Section 319 of the Federal Election Cam- fought for the right to vote, and our together in the House.’’ I agreed then, paign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121), as amend- men and women in uniform have died and I agree now. We ought to find solu- ed by section 117, section 201(a), section to protect that right. Being an Amer- tions. 201(b), and section 301, is further amended— ican is a privilege, and the right for

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It is now in order assault on the American electorate and this one, how things were ramrodded to consider amendment No. 10 printed on the democracy that our forefathers through, how regular order wasn’t fol- in part B of House Report 116–253. built. Americans who help foreign ac- lowed, how they weren’t given a chance Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Chair, I have tors meddle in our elections must be to sit down and come up with solu- an amendment at the desk. held accountable under the law. tions. Well, I find it ironic that the The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will To vote against my amendment is, success story we have of the Repub- designate the amendment. therefore, to condone the actions of lican majority in the 115th Congress of The text of the amendment is as fol- Americans who act against the inter- investing $380 million in election secu- lows: ests of our country and who help for- rity funds, where we saw historic turn- Page 54, insert after line 14 the following: eigners undermine our elections. out in the 2018 midterms—we saw his- Subtitle C—Assessment of Exemption of Reg- I believe I speak for my colleagues on toric turnout, and we saw success. istration Requirements Under FARA for both sides of the aisle when I say this That is what a Republican majority Registered Lobbyists body is committed to defending our gave. The Democrat majority, they SEC. 321. ASSESSMENT OF EXEMPTION OF REG- country’s democratic processes. This have given us hearings—well, wait, no. ISTRATION REQUIREMENTS UNDER No hearings before this bill was put to FARA FOR REGISTERED LOBBYISTS. need not be partisan because there is Not later than 90 days after the date of the nothing more fundamentally American the floor, that is a problem. enactment of this Act, the Comptroller Gen- than protecting our most sacred right, I really want to say thank you to my eral of the United States shall conduct and the right to vote, from all foreign in- colleague from Pennsylvania for offer- submit to Congress an assessment of the im- terference. ing this amendment. It is a common- plications of the exemption provided under Madam Chair, I reserve the balance sense amendment. But, again, the FEC the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, of my time. is not the place. I am not going to be as amended (22 U.S.C. 611 et seq.) for agents Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. opposed to this amendment. The DOJ of foreign principals who are also registered lobbyists under the Lobbying Disclosure Act Madam Chair, I rise in opposition, al- is the place. Madam Chair, I am going to make of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and shall in- though I am not opposed to this clude in the assessment an analysis of the amendment. sure I reserve my time. If I had a chal- lenge flag, I thought my colleague last extent to which revisions in such Acts might The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- mitigate the risk of foreign government tion, the gentleman from Illinois is time yielded back, but I believe the money influencing elections or political recognized for 5 minutes. judgment from the referees up there processes in the United States. There was no objection. was that he did not yield back. Maybe The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. we could check the replay a little later, House Resolution 650, the gentlewoman so I will go ahead and reserve this Madam Chair, I thank my good friend from Michigan (Ms. SLOTKIN) and a from the great State of Pennsylvania time. Member opposed each will control 5 Madam Chair, I reserve the balance for offering this amendment. minutes. However, I would like to add, this is of my time. Ms. HOULAHAN. Madam Chair, I will The Chair recognizes the gentle- an incredibly wonky amendment to an take it as the deepest compliment from woman from Michigan. already complicated, convoluted, and Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Chair, I rise my colleague, Mr. DAVIS, that he says confusing bill. I don’t think you should today in support of an amendment to that my amendment is wonky since I have to be a high-powered campaign fi- the SHIELD Act, which takes a step believe that is our responsibility here nance attorney to understand what is toward solving a tough, complicated, in Congress, to legislate and to develop at stake in terms of election security. outstanding challenge in preventing good policy. The issue of foreign nationals med- I will also take that back to the foreign influence in our elections, and dling in elections can be resolved more working group that was a bipartisan that is closing loopholes that currently simply by passing my bill, the Honest working group that developed this allow lobbyists of foreign governments Elections Act. My bill does not have to amendment with me, the bipartisan to contribute to U.S. campaigns. empower the FEC, an already—I have Task Force Sentry, which really Again, no matter who we are or what said, and I hope my colleagues agree— worked very hard to find a way to party we are from, we can all agree pretty dysfunctional agency. make sure that we would codify what that we don’t want foreigners playing If they didn’t believe it was dysfunc- was already being practiced by the in our political process. tional, they wouldn’t have voted, in FEC. I am very proud that the SHIELD H.R. 1, to make it a partisan agency. If This doesn’t give the FEC any more Act includes legislation—we have dis- they think it is great now, why did power. It simply gives the power to us cussed it earlier—that closes loopholes they try to make it into an even more to be able to actually criminalize peo- so that foreigners cannot buy ads for or partisan agency? ple by defining what it means to sup- against a candidate in an American So, I think we all agree it is dysfunc- port foreign interference. election. That idea was very simple. tional. We may have different reasons I believe that this amendment does Particularly on social media, this is why. speak for itself, and I am very, very important. But my bill doesn’t empower a dys- grateful for the compliments of how So why, then, if we are not letting functional FEC to address the problem this is a policy wonk’s dream. I will go foreign entities buy ads in our political of foreign nationals meddling in our ahead and interpret the gentleman’s process is it okay that lobbyists for elections. My bill empowers the De- words. foreign governments are able to con- partment of Justice, which has juris- I very much would encourage Ameri- tribute to candidates, campaigns, and diction over enforcing the Foreign cans to understand why we need to pre- otherwise influence U.S. elections? Agents Registration Act. That is a bet- vent funneling foreign money into our There is some work to be done on ter option. elections. this. It is, admittedly, complicated. Clearly, I am not going to get an op- Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- But in order to properly close these tion because this bill was brought to ance of my time. loopholes, we need to first understand the floor without any hearings, with- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. what those loopholes are and how they out any opportunity for us to have Madam Chair, I yield back the balance impact foreign entities’ ability to in- input, and that is a problem. That is a of my time. fluence our elections. problem with legislating in this insti- The Acting CHAIR. The question is My amendment directs the Govern- tution. on the amendment offered by the gen- ment Accountability Office to assess

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.081 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8435 existing law to identify loopholes in The Chair recognizes the gentle- trying to disrupt the voices and votes FARA, the Foreign Agents Registra- woman from New Jersey. of Americans. It also protects against tion Act, and then recommend the Ms. SHERRILL. Madam Chair, I rise longstanding efforts to disenfranchise right legislative fixes. today to offer an amendment to communities of color, women, and The SHIELD Act does a great deal to strengthen protections from deceptive other marginalized groups. meet the threat of foreign influence practices in Federal elections. In my home State of New Jersey, and interference with robust legislative We know that in the lead-up to the early voting can occur up to 45 days be- responses. This amendment will help us 2016 election, our adversaries employed fore an election. In fact, 39 States continue that work and get us closer to multiple systematic efforts to spread across the country have some form of a solution to an outstanding vulnera- disinformation and sow confusion early voting. That is why we need this bility in our system. among American voters. In one par- critical amendment to extend protec- Madam Chair, I urge my colleagues ticularly egregious example, Russian tions and prohibit disinformation be- to support this amendment, and I re- bots used social media to mislead vot- fore any American casts their ballot. serve the balance of my time. ers and tell them that they could ‘‘vote I urge my colleagues to pass this im- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. from home’’ by simply texting a code portant amendment, safeguard our de- Madam Chair, I rise in opposition, al- or going online. mocracy, and ensure that the Amer- though I am supportive of this amend- On the eve of the 2018 election, ican people, not our foreign adver- ment. Facebook deleted many accounts—in- saries, determine the results of our The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- cluding those with links to the Russian elections. tion, the gentleman from Illinois is Government—that were engaged in co- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance recognized for 5 minutes. ordinated, deceptive behavior. of my time. There was no objection. Today, we know that our adversaries Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. are not only working to hijack our po- Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to Madam Chair, I just want to say to my litical system just before an election, this amendment. colleague from the great State of they are interfering in our democracy The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman Michigan, thank you. on a continuous basis. from Illinois is recognized for 5 min- Finally—finally—we have a study Madam Chair, election security is utes. that is not too wonky, a perfect not about Democrats or Republicans. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. amount of wonkiness, that is going to Election security is about all Ameri- Madam Chair, I appreciate my new col- go through an agency that is going to cans coming together to defend our league from New Jersey offering this give us an unbiased review: the GAO. shared democracy—our democracy—en- amendment and participating in this Thank you, thank you, thank you, shrined in our Constitution. process. I look to work with her and thank you. Pass this amendment. I have prioritized election security many of my colleagues when the ma- Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- since arriving in Washington 10 months jority party finally comes to the table ance of my time. ago. As chairwoman of the House and wants to put a bipartisan solution Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Chair, I am Science Subcommittee on Investiga- together. just shocked because I have them run- tions and Oversight, I held a hearing on Everyone here is against deceptive ning, jumping up and down over there. disinformation and the threat posed by practices. This includes providing false I continue to think that the gen- online imposters and deep fakes. information about the time or place of tleman from Illinois doesn’t under- I have worked with a group of col- voting and qualifications for voting. stand that when he calls our bills leagues on both sides of the aisle on But the underlying section here pre- wonky and our amendments wonky, we election security, and we have heard sents numerous questions because of are deeply proud of that over here. I over and over again from experts on its vagueness. Some of the situations am thrilled that he is supportive. the need for more robust protections to this would apply to seem pretty ridicu- There actually is a bipartisan agree- combat this new era of coordinated lous. ment on the need to reform FARA, as disinformation efforts. Do you want to know how ridiculous reflected, I think, by Senator GRASS- As a proud Representative of the this section of the SHIELD Act is? LEY’s bipartisan bill, very similar lan- great State of New Jersey, I will al- Let’s talk about public endorsements. guage. I am thrilled. I thank the gentleman ways defend our right as Americans to Recently, former Secretary of State for his support and for jumping up and have a spirited debate, particularly Hillary Clinton said about current down, giving us a little energy. when it comes to what matters to us in Presidential candidate, our colleague, Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- the run-up to our elections. Congresswoman TULSI GABBARD: ance of my time. One of the things I love about my dis- I think the Russians have got their eye on The Acting CHAIR. The question is trict is, while we don’t always agree on somebody and are grooming her to be a on the amendment offered by the gen- the path forward, we agree on the need third-party candidate. She’s a favorite of the Russians. tlewoman from Michigan (Ms. for honest and respectful debate. That SLOTKIN). is what our democracy is all about. It So Secretary Clinton is suggesting The amendment was agreed to. is what I signed up to defend when I the Russians endorse Congresswoman GABBARD. Is that not a false endorse- AMENDMENT NO. 11 OFFERED BY MS. SHERRILL joined the United States Navy. The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order So it is essential that we stand to- ment? Would Hillary Clinton not be to consider amendment No. 11 printed gether as Americans to strengthen our subject to 5 years in prison according in part B of House Report 116–253. laws and to ensure that our foreign ad- this section if this bill were passed? Ms. SHERRILL. Madam Chair, I have versaries are not able to dictate the Let the RECORD show, nobody is an amendment at the desk. outcomes of our elections. chanting ‘‘Lock her up.’’ The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will I offer this amendment to prohibit This is another ridiculous section of designate the amendment. any attempts to deceive voters 90 days the bill. It is not surprising, given the The text of the amendment is as fol- before a Federal primary and general warp speed with which this bill is being lows: elections. This includes knowingly pro- rushed to the floor. Page 41, line 1, strike ‘‘60’’ and insert ‘‘90’’. viding false information about the I have to commend my colleague Page 42, line 11, strike ‘‘60’’ and insert time or place of voting, what qualifica- from New Jersey because this amend- ‘‘90’’. tions a voter must have in order to ment is right about the amount of Page 45, line 20, strike ‘‘60’’ and insert vote, or public endorsements of can- wonkiness that we need in amendments ‘‘90’’. didates. and pieces of legislation. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Expanding the provisions in the De- But I will stand here and say, as a House Resolution 650, the gentlewoman ceptive Practices and Voter Intimida- Member of this institution, that we can from New Jersey (Ms. SHERRILL) and a tion Act from 60 days before an elec- never get so wonky with our jobs and Member opposed each will control 5 tion to 90 days will better protect our our writing of bills that it has a minutes. democracy from hostile foreign actors chilling effect on the First Amendment

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American turnout declined in 2016 for (and redesignate the succeeding provision ac- Madam Chair, I yield back the balance the Presidential election for the first cordingly): of my time. time in 20 years, according to the U.S. ‘‘(2) an analysis of the extent to which il- licit foreign money was used to carry out The Acting CHAIR. The question is Census Bureau, falling to less than 60 on the amendment offered by the gen- disinformation and propaganda campaigns percent, from a record high of 66.6 per- focused on influencing military and veteran tlewoman from New Jersey (Ms. cent in 2012. communities and the success or failure of SHERRILL). Election security is not a partisan these efforts, together with recommenda- The amendment was agreed to. issue; it is essential to our democracy; tions to address these efforts in future elec- AMENDMENT NO. 12 OFFERED BY MR. and Americans deserve to have the con- tions; and’’. CUNNINGHAM fidence of knowing the information The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order they seek hasn’t been manipulated by House Resolution 650, the gentleman to consider amendment No. 12 printed foreign adversaries. from South Carolina (Mr. CUNNINGHAM) in part B of House Report 116–253. Our next elections are quickly ap- and a Member opposed each will con- Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Chair, I proaching, so the time to show the trol 5 minutes. have an amendment at the desk. world that we stand united on election The Chair recognizes the gentleman The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will security is now. I ask all my col- from South Carolina. designate the amendment. leagues, Republicans and Democrats b 1715 The text of the amendment is as fol- alike, to support this amendment to lows: protect against foreign interference in Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Chair, Page 33, line 7, strike ‘‘and’’ America’s elections. today I rise in support of my amend- Page 33, insert after line 7 the following Madam Chair, I reserve the balance ment to help protect our Nation’s vet- (and redesignate the succeeding provision ac- of my time. erans and servicemembers from tar- cordingly): Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. geted disinformation campaigns ‘‘(2) an analysis of the extent to which il- Madam Chair, I rise in opposition, al- bankrolled by foreign governments. licit foreign money was used to carry out Earlier this month the Republican- disinformation and propaganda campaigns though I am not necessarily opposed. focused on depressing turnout among Afri- The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- led Senate Intelligence Committee re- can-American and other minority commu- tion, the gentleman from Illinois is leased its report on Russia’s attempts nities and the success or failure of these ef- recognized for 5 minutes. to interfere with the 2016 U.S. Presi- forts, together with recommendations to ad- There was no objection. dential election. In that report, the dress these efforts in future elections; and’’. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. committee described how Russian-in- The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Madam Chair, I have had the oppor- fluenced operatives created fake online House Resolution 650, the gentleman tunity to travel the country with my personas to target specific groups, in- from South Carolina (Mr. CUNNINGHAM) friend and colleague Congresswoman cluding veterans, with the goal of sow- and a Member opposed each will con- MARCIA FUDGE on the subject of the ing discord in the American political trol 5 minutes. Voting Rights Act. system. The Chair recognizes the gentleman We have heard testimony that minor- To that end, operatives created social from South Carolina. ity turnout across the board was higher media pages impersonating congres- Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Chair, I than ever: Hispanic and Asian commu- sionally-chartered veteran service or- rise today in support of my straight- nities jumped 13 points above the turn- ganizations, or VSOs, to push their di- forward, commonsense amendment out levels in 2014 when compared to the visive message. In one such case, a which would specifically examine how 2018 election cycle; this last midterm, page impersonating Vietnam Veterans illicit foreign money was used to carry in 2018, African American turnout of America run by a troll farm in Bul- out disinformation and propaganda jumped 11 points. garia grew to nearly 200,000 followers campaigns focused on depressing turn- I hope this trend continues, and I before it was shut down. out among African American and other hope we see increased minority turnout After learning of this illicit account, minority communities and the success in our upcoming elections. VVA launched their own 2-year inves- or failure of these efforts during our re- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance tigation into the issue, and they found cent elections. This amendment would of my time. more than 150 similar efforts across also call for recommendations to ad- Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Chair, in every major social media platform. dress these concerns in future elec- closing, I urge both Democrats and Re- And while I think their actions are tions. publicans to support this commonsense reprehensible, I have to admit that Republicans and Democrats agree amendment to prevent malicious mis- their approach makes sense. Numerous that foreign adversaries should never information and propaganda campaigns studies have shown that veterans vote be allowed to sow discord in our polit- from targeting African American and at higher rates than those who haven’t ical system and interfere with our elec- other minority communities. served. And those votes are especially toral process. Unfortunately, in the Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- concentrated in swing states. In my last two elections, we saw massive mis- ance of my time. South Carolina district, veterans make information campaigns launched by Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. up nearly 13 percent of the voting pop- hostile foreign powers, and we know— Madam Chair, I yield back the balance ulation, so I for one prefer my chances we know—those efforts disproportion- of my time. against a fellow American, rather than ately targeted African American com- The Acting CHAIR. The question is a campaign run out of a troll farm in munities. on the amendment offered by the gen- Saint Petersburg. Last May, the House Judiciary Com- tleman from South Carolina (Mr. Joking aside, it is unacceptable that mittee released a trove of over 3,500 CUNNINGHAM). we are allowing those same men and Facebook ads posted by Russia-linked The amendment was agreed to. women who have served our Nation accounts between 2014 and 2017. In 2015, AMENDMENT NO. 13 OFFERED BY MR. overseas to be susceptible to these ma- for instance, Kremlin-backed accounts CUNNINGHAM lign influences. That is why I am proud tweeted and retweeted dozens of mes- The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to support the underlying bill, which sages manipulating the tragic mass to consider amendment No. 13 printed would prohibit foreign governments shooting at the predominantly African in part B of House Report 116–253. from sponsoring influenced campaigns American Mother Emanuel AME Madam Chair, I have an amendment designed to affect the outcome of a Church in downtown Charleston. Ads at the desk. Federal election.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.086 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8437 But since we know that foreign ad- chasing the advertisement is acting as the information about the contents of a versaries aren’t interested in playing agent of a foreign principal under the For- specific advertisement, its target audi- by our own rules, my amendment eign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as ence, and the issue it addresses. would require the FEC to investigate amended (22 U.S.C. 611 et seq.), a statement Additionally, it would require disclo- that the person is acting as the agent of a sure information about those pur- those foreign influence campaigns after foreign principal and the identification of each election so we can put a stop to the foreign principal involved.’’. chasing the advertisement. Disclosure sheds light on corruption. It unmasks them. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to influence. And it stops our democracy Madam Chair, I reserve the balance House Resolution 650, the gentlewoman of my time. from becoming vulnerable to foreign from Virginia (Ms. SPANBERGER) and a Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. governments, nonstate actors, and Member opposed each will control 5 Madam Chair, I claim the time in oppo- shadowy influence groups constantly minutes. working to distract and mislead the sition to the amendment, even though The Chair recognizes the gentle- American people. My amendment I am not opposed to it. woman from Virginia. The Acting CHAIR. Without objec- Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Chair, I would strengthen this disclosure re- tion, the gentleman from Illinois is rise in support of my amendment to quirement. My amendment would add that on- recognized for 5 minutes. H.R. 4617, the SHIELD Act. There was no objection. Today the House is discussing and de- line platforms need to include a state- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. bating how we can safeguard the integ- ment when the person purchasing a po- litical advertisement is acting as the Madam Chair, as much as I would like rity of our elections, the bedrock of our agent of a foreign principal. to have some fun with my good friend democracy. How do we protect our and colleague from South Carolina and Not only would it include language electoral systems from foreign threats? making it clear that they are acting on oppose this amendment and have great And how do we prevent foreign influ- debate back and forth, it is a pretty behalf of a foreign entity, but it would ence over our electorate? require the online platform to identify darn good amendment. As we stand here today, the number the foreign principal involved. That I think we need to do everything we of countries engaged in active cam- principal could be a foreign govern- can in a bipartisan way to make sure paigns to mislead the electorate, the ment, a foreign political party or a that our Nation’s heroes have the right American people continues to grow. to vote not only here at home, but nonstate actor. According to a new report from the Fundamentally, my amendment to abroad. University of Oxford, the number of I look forward to working with you— the SHIELD Act would put the power countries engaged in disinformation after this bill that will pass today on a back in the hands of the American peo- campaigns has more than doubled in partisan roll call but will go nowhere— ple. It would help address a critical un- the last 2 years. Additionally, at least to make sure that our Nation’s heroes derlying question, who is in charge of seven countries have used their intel- are not adversely affected by any prop- deciding American elections? Is it ligence or military apparatuses to de- aganda or any attempts to stop them those abroad, working to divide and in- ploy disinformation on social media to from exercising that right. fluence the American people? Or is it influence a foreign country and its peo- Madam Chair, I reserve the balance the American people themselves? ple. of my time. By requiring online records of pur- As a former intelligence officer, I Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Chair, in chase requests that include public in- recognize the risks that these potential closing, I want to thank Chairwoman formation on the foreign principal be- attacks, yes, attacks, pose as we head LOFGREN for her leadership on the hind these advertisements, the Amer- into the next year’s Federal, State, and House Administration Committee and ican people will be able to see clearly local elections. There is a legitimate all the members of the committee for who is attempting to influence their fear across our intelligence community their work on this critical legislation. decisions. that foreign governments will build on I also want to thank Chairman MCGOV- As Congress acts today to restore the Russia’s extensive information warfare ERN and the members of the Rules trust of those we serve in our system of strategy. Foreign actors from Russia Committee for allowing my amend- government, my amendment would to China to North Korea to Iran are ments to come to the floor. I want to strengthen our efforts to prevent the eager to undermine the foundations of thank my colleague, Mr. DAVIS, across spread of foreign influence in our our democracy. democratic system. the aisle for his work. And I hope that Leading up to the 2016 Presidential all my colleagues on both sides of the I urge my colleagues to support my election Facebook disclosed that it had amendment to H.R. 4617 to increase aisle will join me in supporting my found more than $100,000 worth of ads straightforward, commonsense amend- transparency in online advertisements, on divisive issues purchased by a Rus- something that should not be con- ment, as well as the underlying bill. sian company linked to the Kremlin, Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- troversial. and the potential return on investment ance of my time. Madam Chair, I reserve the balance is extremely high. As we approach 2020, Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. of my time. they have every reason to follow this Madam Chair, I yield back the balance Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. playbook again and to strengthen their of my time. Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to The Acting CHAIR. The question is disinformation operations. this amendment. In the context of these threats, we on the amendment offered by the gen- The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman need to take a serious look at how we tleman from South Carolina (Mr. from Illinois is recognized for 5 min- build resiliency against foreign inter- utes. CUNNINGHAM). The amendment was agreed to. ference on social media platforms. Dig- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. ital advertising can be a far less ex- Madam Chair, I thank my colleague AMENDMENT NO. 14 OFFERED BY MS. SPANBERGER pense and time intensive as a tool for from Virginia for offering this amend- The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order propaganda, and it can spread ment, but this amendment shares the to consider amendment No. 14 printed disinformation, confusion, hate, and di- same flaw as the main text of the bill, in part B of House Report 116–253. vision at an alarming rate. putting media platforms in charge of Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Chair, I The SHIELD Act takes real steps to enforcing our Nation’s laws. have an amendment at the desk. require large online platforms to keep They are not doing a good job right The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will records of qualified political advertise- now. I don’t know if Mr. Zuckerberg is designate the amendment. ments, and I would like to thank my still across the street testifying in The text of the amendment is as fol- colleagues for their hard work on this front of the Financial Services Com- lows: critical issue. mittee, but if they were doing a good Page 23, line 8, strike ‘‘and a list’’ and in- The SHIELD Act would require on- job, he wouldn’t have been here so sert ‘‘a list’’. line companies to keep publicly avail- long. Page 23, line 11, strike the period and in- able records about online digital polit- Rather, we need to strengthen FARA sert the following: ‘‘, and, if the person pur- ical advertisements. It would require and help the Department of Justice do

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.091 H23OCPT1 H8438 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 its job. I do not understand why the tlewoman from Virginia (Ms. Beatty Grijalva Pappas Bera Haaland Pascrell PANBERGER Democrats want the social media com- S ). Beyer Harder (CA) Payne panies to have more responsibilities The amendment was agreed to. Bishop (GA) Hastings Perlmutter Blumenauer Hayes when they failed miserably in 2016. AMENDMENT NO. 2 OFFERED BY MRS. LESKO Peterson I strongly urge a ‘‘no’’ vote. I also Blunt Rochester Heck Phillips The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to Bonamici urge every Member, both Republicans Higgins (NY) Pingree clause 6 of rule XVIII, the unfinished Boyle, Brendan Hill (CA) Plaskett and Democrats, to take a look at my business is the request for a recorded F. Himes Pocan Brindisi Horn, Kendra S. bill. It is a nonpartisan bill. vote on amendment No. 2 printed in Porter I don’t want to empower the media Brown (MD) Horsford Pressley part B of House Report 116–253 offered Brownley (CA) Houlahan platforms or restrict speech by Amer- Price (NC) by the gentlewoman from Arizona Bustos Hoyer Quigley ican citizens. I want to give the DOJ Butterfield Huffman (Mrs. LESKO) on which further pro- Raskin the resources to do its job Carbajal Jackson Lee Rice (NY) ceedings were postponed and on which ´ Madam Chair, I reserve the balance Cardenas Jayapal Richmond the noes prevailed by voice vote. Carson (IN) Jeffries Rose (NY) of my time The Clerk will redesignate the Cartwright Johnson (GA) Rouda Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Chair, Case Johnson (TX) amendment. Roybal-Allard the purpose of this amendment is, in Casten (IL) Kaptur Ruiz Castor (FL) Keating fact, to ensure that the American peo- The Clerk redesignated the amend- Ruppersberger ment. Castro (TX) Kelly (IL) Rush ple are aware when an agent of a for- Chu, Judy Kennedy Ryan eign principal under FARA parameters RECORDED VOTE Cicilline Khanna Sablan The Acting CHAIR. A recorded vote Cisneros Kildee San Nicolas purchases a political advertisement. Clark (MA) Kilmer We, as Members of Congress, have the has been demanded. Sa´ nchez Clarke (NY) Kim Sarbanes ability to set the parameters under A recorded vote was ordered. Clay Kirkpatrick Scanlon which the transparency and informa- The vote was taken by electronic de- Cleaver Krishnamoorthi Schakowsky Clyburn Kuster (NH) Schiff tion is available to the American pub- vice, and there were—ayes 180, noes 231, Cohen Lamb Schneider lic. And in doing so, we need to make Connolly Langevin not voting 26, as follows: Schrader Cooper Larsen (WA) sure that not only do the American Schrier [Roll No. 581] Correa Larson (CT) Scott (VA) people know when there is a foreign in- Costa Lawrence AYES—180 Scott, David dividual purchasing advertisements Courtney Lawson (FL) Abraham Gosar Nunes Serrano Cox (CA) Lee (CA) meant to influence them, but when Aderholt Granger Olson Sewell (AL) Craig Lee (NV) someone else is purchasing those ad- Allen Graves (GA) Palazzo Shalala Crist Levin (CA) Amash Graves (LA) Palmer Sherman vertisements on behalf of a foreign en- Crow Levin (MI) Arrington Graves (MO) Pence Sherrill tity as described by FARA. Cuellar Lewis Babin Green (TN) Perry Sires Cunningham Lieu, Ted Madam Chair, I reserve the balance Bacon Griffith Posey Davids (KS) Lipinski Slotkin of my time. Baird Guest Ratcliffe Davis (CA) Loebsack Smith (WA) Balderson Guthrie Reed Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Davis, Danny K. Lofgren Soto Banks Hagedorn Rice (SC) Madam Chair, I appreciate the gentle- Dean Lowenthal Spanberger Barr Harris Riggleman DeFazio Lowey Speier woman’s willingness to want to help fix Bergman Hartzler Roby DeGette Luja´ n Stanton Biggs Hern, Kevin Rodgers (WA) a bill where the underlying bill is one DeLauro Lynch Stevens Bishop (NC) Herrera Beutler Roe, David P. that we never had a chance to have an DelBene Malinowski Suozzi Bishop (UT) Hice (GA) Rogers (AL) Delgado Maloney, Swalwell (CA) open debate about, never had a chance Bost Higgins (LA) Rogers (KY) Demings Carolyn B. Thompson (CA) to have hearings about. Brady Hill (AR) Rooney (FL) DeSaulnier Maloney, Sean Thompson (MS) Brooks (AL) Holding Rose, John W. When it doesn’t pass, I look forward Deutch Matsui Titus Brooks (IN) Hollingsworth Rouzer to working with my colleagues. When Dingell McAdams Tlaib Buchanan Hudson Roy Doggett McBath Tonko it doesn’t pass into law—it will pass Buck Huizenga Rutherford Doyle, Michael McCollum Torres (CA) Bucshon Hunter Scalise here on a partisan roll call—when it F. McGovern Torres Small Budd Hurd (TX) Schweikert doesn’t pass into law, I look forward to Engel McNerney (NM) Burchett Johnson (LA) Scott, Austin Escobar Meeks Trahan working with my colleagues. Burgess Johnson (OH) Sensenbrenner Espaillat Meng Trone But I do have a bill that would ad- Byrne Johnson (SD) Shimkus Evans Moore Underwood Calvert Jordan Simpson dress this situation. FARA, let’s work Finkenauer Morelle Van Drew Carter (GA) Joyce (OH) Smith (MO) together to let the DOJ have the re- Fitzpatrick Moulton Vargas Carter (TX) Katko Smith (NE) Fletcher Mucarsel-Powell Veasey sources and the ability to do their job. Chabot Kelly (MS) Smith (NJ) Foster Murphy (FL) Vela The SHIELD Act is not allowing that Cheney King (IA) Spano Frankel Nadler Vela´ zquez Cline King (NY) Stauber to happen. The Honest Elections Act, Fudge Napolitano Visclosky Cloud Kinzinger Stefanik Gallego Neal Wasserman my bill, will allow that to happen. I Cole Kustoff (TN) Steube Garamendi Neguse Schultz would urge everybody to take a look at Comer LaHood Stewart Garcı´a (IL) Norcross Waters Conaway LaMalfa Taylor that. Garcia (TX) Norton Watson Coleman Cook Lamborn Thornberry Madam Chair, I reserve the balance Golden O’Halleran Welch Crawford Latta Tipton Gomez Ocasio-Cortez Wexton of my time Crenshaw Lesko Turner Gonzalez (TX) Omar Wild Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Chair, I Curtis Long Upton Gottheimer Pallone Wilson (FL) Davidson (OH) Loudermilk Wagner also support increasing the enforce- Green, Al (TX) Panetta Yarmuth ment of FARA. Davis, Rodney Lucas Walberg DesJarlais Luetkemeyer Walden NOT VOTING—26 But this, in particular, is about Diaz-Balart Marchant Walker transparency and the transparency Duncan Marshall Walorski Amodei Grothman Peters that it brings as it relates to the un- Dunn Massie Waltz Armstrong Joyce (PA) Radewagen Emmer Mast Watkins Bilirakis Keller Reschenthaler derlying aspect of the Honest Ads Act, Ferguson McCarthy Weber (TX) Collins (GA) Kelly (PA) Smucker which is a bipartisan bill, Republicans Fleischmann McCaul Webster (FL) Eshoo Kind Steil and Democrats in equal amounts. This Flores McClintock Wenstrup Estes Luria Stivers Gabbard McEachin Takano is about transparency. This is about al- Fortenberry McHenry Westerman Foxx (NC) McKinley Williams Gonza´ lez-Colo´ n Meuser Thompson (PA) lowing the American people to know Fulcher Meadows Wilson (SC) (PR) Mitchell Timmons who, in fact, is purchasing the ads that Gaetz Miller Wittman Gallagher Moolenaar Womack are meant to influence them. b 1759 Madam Chair, I yield back the bal- Gianforte Mooney (WV) Woodall Gibbs Mullin Wright Messrs. RUSH, VAN DREW, Ms. ance of my time. Gohmert Murphy (NC) Yoho Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Gonzalez (OH) Newhouse Young WILD, and Mr. LOWENTHAL changed Madam Chair, I yield back the balance Gooden Norman Zeldin their vote from ‘‘aye’’ to ‘‘no.’’ of my time. NOES—231 So the amendment was rejected. The Acting CHAIR. The question is Adams Allred Barraga´ n The result of the vote was announced on the amendment offered by the gen- Aguilar Axne Bass as above recorded.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.093 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8439 The Acting CHAIR (Mr. THOMPSON of TITLE II—DISCLAIMER REQUIREMENTS subject to the jurisdiction of the United Mississippi). The question is on the FOR ONLINE POLITICAL ADVERTISE- States, or any bona fide media outlet for amendment in the nature of a sub- MENTS which there is on file with the United States stitute, as amended. Sec. 201. Clarifying disclaimer requirements Postal Service information in compliance with section 3685 of title 39, United States The amendment was agreed to. for online political advertise- ments. Code, published in the United States, solely The Acting CHAIR. Under the rule, by virtue of any bona fide news or journal- TITLE III—REDUCING ILLICIT FOREIGN the Committee rises. istic activities, including the solicitation or MONEY IN ELECTIONS Accordingly, the Committee rose; acceptance of paid advertisements, subscrip- Sec. 301. Report on illicit foreign money in and the Speaker pro tempore (Ms. tions, free social media access which is made Federal elections. available to the general public, or other DEGETTE) having assumed the chair, Sec. 302. Prohibition on contributions and compensation therefor, so long as it is at Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Acting donations by foreign nationals least 80 per centum beneficially owned by, Chair of the Committee of the Whole in connections with ballot ini- and its officers and directors, if any, are citi- House on the state of the Union, re- tiatives and referenda. zens of the United States, and such media ported that that Committee, having TITLE IV—PROHIBITING PAYMENT OF outlet is not owned, directed, supervised, had under consideration the bill (H.R. ELECTION ASSISTANCE FUNDS TO controlled, subsidized, or financed, and none 4617) to amend the Federal Election STATES ALLOWING BALLOT HAR- of its policies are determined by, any foreign Campaign Act of 1971 to clarify the ob- VESTING principal defined in subsection (b), or by any ligation to report acts of foreign elec- Sec. 401. Prohibition on payments to States agent of a foreign principal required to reg- ister under this Act.’’. tion influence and require implementa- allowing collection and trans- (b) DEFINITION.—Section 1 of such Act (22 tion of compliance and reporting sys- mission of ballots by certain third parties. U.S.C. 611) is amended by adding at the end tems by Federal campaigns to detect the following new subsection: TITLE V—PROHIBITING PAYMENT OF and report such acts, and for other pur- ‘‘(q) The term ‘media outlet’ means any of ELECTION ASSISTANCE FUNDS TO the following: poses, and, pursuant to House Resolu- STATES ALLOWING VOTING BY NON- ‘‘(1) Any newspaper, magazine, or peri- tion 650, he reported the bill back to CITIZENS odical. the House with an amendment adopted Sec. 501. Prohibition on payments to States in the Committee of the Whole. ‘‘(2) Any broadcast, satellite or cable tele- allowing voting by non-citizens. vision or radio station. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under TITLE VI—INADMISSIBILITY AND DE- ‘‘(3) Any Internet-based website, applica- the rule, the previous question is or- PORTABILITY OF ALIENS ENGAGING IN tion, or platform.’’. dered. IMPROPER ELECTION INTERFERENCE SEC. 103. TREATMENT OF ACTIVITIES TO INFLU- Is a separate vote demanded on any Sec. 601. Inadmissibility and deportability ENCE PUBLIC OPINION ON ELEC- amendment to the amendment re- of aliens engaging in improper TIONS AS POLITICAL ACTIVITY. ported from the Committee of the interference in United States Section 1(o) of the Foreign Agents Reg- elections. istration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. Whole? 611(o)) is amended by striking the semicolon If not, the question is on the amend- TITLE I—FOREIGN AGENTS at the end and inserting the following: ‘‘, or ment in the nature of a substitute, as REGISTRATION REFORM with reference to public opinion about public amended. SEC. 101. CLARIFICATION OF COVERAGE OF AC- officials, candidates, or elections of the TIVITIES DIRECTED WITHIN THE United States.’’. The amendment was agreed to. UNITED STATES BY AGENTS OUT- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The SIDE OF UNITED STATES. SEC. 104. EFFECTIVE DATE. question is on the engrossment and (a) TREATMENT OF AGENTS ENGAGED IN AC- The amendments made by this title shall apply with respect to activities carried out third reading of the bill. TIVITIES AS AGENTS OF FOREIGN PRINCIPALS.— Section 1(c)(1) of the Foreign Agents Reg- on or after the date of the enactment of this The bill was ordered to be engrossed Act. and read a third time, and was read the istration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 611(c)(1)) is amended— TITLE II—DISCLAIMER REQUIREMENTS third time. (1) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of clause FOR ONLINE POLITICAL ADVERTISE- MOTION TO RECOMMIT (iii); MENTS Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. (2) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of clause SEC. 201. CLARIFYING DISCLAIMER REQUIRE- Madam Speaker, I have a motion to re- (iv) and inserting ‘‘or’’; and MENTS FOR ONLINE POLITICAL AD- commit at the desk. (3) by adding at the end the following new VERTISEMENTS. clause: (a) CLARIFICATION.—Section 318 of the Fed- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is the ‘‘(v) engages outside the United States in eral Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. gentleman opposed to the bill? political activities for or in the interests of 30120) is amended by adding at the end the Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. I am such foreign principal which are directed at following new subsection: in its current form. persons within the United States, including ‘‘(e) APPLICATION OF REQUIREMENTS TO ON- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The activities consisting of communications dis- LINE COMMUNICATIONS.— Clerk will report the motion to recom- seminated within the United States through ‘‘(1) METHOD OF PROVISION OF INFORMA- TION.—Except as provided in paragraph (2) or mit. telecommunications or computer equipment or services, the Internet, broadcast, cable, paragraph (3), a covered Internet commu- The Clerk read as follows: satellite, print, or mail; and’’. nication shall provide the information re- Mr. Rodney Davis of Illinois moves to re- (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section 9 of quired under this section on the face of the commit the bill H.R. 4617 to the Committee such Act (22 U.S.C. 619) is amended by strik- communication. on House Administration with instructions ing the period at the end and inserting the ‘‘(2) AUTHORIZING USE OF ALTERNATIVE to report the same back to the House forth- following: ‘‘, and shall be applicable outside MECHANISMS.— with with the following amendment: the United States to the extent described in ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of a covered Strike subsection (b) of section 1 and all section 1(c)(1)(v).’’. Internet communication described in sub- that follows and insert the following: SEC. 102. APPLICATION OF PRESS EXEMPTION TO paragraph (C) of paragraph (4), the commu- (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- OTHER FORMS OF MEDIA FOR PUR- nication may provide the information re- tents of this Act is as follows: POSES OF ENGAGEMENT IN POLIT- quired under this section through the use of ICAL ACTIVITIES. a technological mechanism described in sub- TITLE I—FOREIGN AGENTS (a) APPLICATION.—Section 1(d) of the For- paragraph (B), so long as the communication REGISTRATION REFORM eign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as presents an indicator described in subpara- Sec. 101. Clarification of coverage of activi- amended (22 U.S.C. 611(d)(1)) is amended— graph (C). ties directed within the United (1) by striking ‘‘(d)’’ and insert ‘‘(d)(1)’’; ‘‘(B) TECHNOLOGICAL MECHANISM DE- States by agents outside of and SCRIBED.—A technological mechanism de- United States. (2) by adding at the end the following new scribed in this subparagraph is, with respect Sec. 102. Application of press exemption to paragraph: to a communication, any technology which other forms of media for pur- ‘‘(2) In addition to the exception described enables the individual reading, observing, or poses of engagement in polit- in paragraph (1), to the extent that a person listening to the communication to read, ob- ical activities. engages with the United States in political serve, or listen to the information required Sec. 103. Treatment of activities to influ- activities, the term ‘agent of a foreign prin- under this section without navigating more ence public opinion on elections cipal’ does not include any bona fide media than one step away from the communication as political activity. outlet organized under the laws of the itself. Such mechanism may take any form, Sec. 104. Effective date. United States or of any State or other place including hover-over, mouse-over, voice-

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.097 H23OCPT1 H8440 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 over, rollover, pop-up screen, scrolling text, U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A)) is amended by striking 21001 et seq.), as amended by section 401, is rotating panels, or click-through or ‘‘election’’ and inserting the following: further amended by adding at the end the hyperlink to a landing page. ‘‘election, including a State or local ballot following new part: ‘‘(C) INDICATOR DESCRIBED.—An indicator initiative or referendum’’. ‘‘PART 8—PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO described in this subparagraph is, with re- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment STATES ALLOWING VOTING BY NON- spect to a communication, any clear and made by this section shall apply with respect CITIZENS conspicuous visible or audible element of the to elections held in 2020 or any succeeding year. ‘‘SEC. 298. ELIGIBILITY FOR PAYMENTS OF communication that gives notice to the indi- STATES ALLOWING VOTING BY NON- vidual reading, observing, or listening to the TITLE IV—PROHIBITING PAYMENT OF CITIZENS. communication that the individual may ELECTION ASSISTANCE FUNDS TO ‘‘A State is not eligible to receive funds read, observe, or listen to the information STATES ALLOWING BALLOT HAR- under this Act if the State allows an indi- required under this section through a tech- VESTING vidual who is not a citizen of the United nological mechanism. An indicator may take SEC. 401. PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO STATES States to vote in an election for public of- any form, including words such as ‘Paid for ALLOWING COLLECTION AND fice.’’. by’, ‘Paid by’, ‘Sponsored by’, or ‘Ad by’, a TRANSMISSION OF BALLOTS BY CER- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of website URL, an image, a sound, a symbol, TAIN THIRD PARTIES. contents for such Act, as amended by section or an icon. (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle D of title II of 401, is further amended by inserting after the ‘‘(3) WAIVER.—A disclaimer shall not be re- the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. item relating to section 297 the following quired for any covered internet communica- 21001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end new item: tion that cannot provide a clear and con- the following new part: ‘‘PART 8–PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO spicuous statement of the information re- ‘‘PART 7—PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO STATES ALLOWING VOTING BY NON-CITIZENS quired under this section either on the face STATES ALLOWING COLLECTION AND of communication or through the use of a TRANSMISSION OF BALLOTS BY CER- ‘‘Sec. 298. Eligibility for payments of States technological mechanism under paragraph TAIN THIRD PARTIES allowing voting by non-citi- zens.’’. (2). ‘‘SEC. 297. ELIGIBILITY FOR PAYMENTS OF ‘‘(4) COVERED INTERNET COMMUNICATION DE- STATES ALLOWING COLLECTION TITLE VI—INADMISSIBILITY AND DEPORT- FINED.—In this subsection, the term ‘covered AND TRANSMISSION OF BALLOTS BY ABILITY OF ALIENS ENGAGING IN IM- Internet communication’ means any commu- CERTAIN THIRD PARTIES. PROPER ELECTION INTERFERENCE ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—A State is not eligible to nication which is required to include infor- SEC. 601. INADMISSIBILITY AND DEPORTABILITY mation under this section and which is any receive funds under this Act unless the State OF ALIENS ENGAGING IN IMPROPER of the following: has in effect a law that prohibits an indi- INTERFERENCE IN UNITED STATES ‘‘(A) Any electronic mailing of more than vidual from the knowing collection and ELECTIONS. 500 substantially similar communications transmission of a ballot in an election for (a) INADMISSIBILITY.—Section 212(a)(3) of which is disseminated by a political com- Federal office that was mailed to another the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 mittee. person, other than an individual described as U.S.C. 1182(a)(3)) is amended by adding at the ‘‘(B) Any communication disseminated on follows: end the following: a publicly-available website of a political ‘‘(1) An election official while engaged in ‘‘(H) IMPROPER INTERFERENCE IN A UNITED committee. official duties as authorized by law. STATES ELECTION.—Any alien who a consular ‘‘(C) Any communication placed for a fee ‘‘(2) An employee of the United States officer, the Secretary of Homeland Security, on another person’s website or Internet- Postal Service while engaged in official du- the Secretary of State, or the Attorney Gen- based application or platform.’’. ties as authorized by law. eral knows, or has reasonable grounds to be- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘(3) Any other individual who is allowed by lieve, is seeking admission to the United made by this section shall apply with respect law to collect and transmit United States States to engage in improper interference in to communications made after the expira- mail, while engaged in official duties as au- a United States election, or has engaged in tion of the 30-day period which begins on the thorized by law. improper interference in a United States date of the enactment of this Act. ‘‘(4) A family member, household member, election, is inadmissible.’’. TITLE III—REDUCING ILLICIT FOREIGN or caregiver of the person to whom the ballot (b) DEPORTABILITY.—Section 237(a) of such MONEY IN ELECTIONS was mailed. Act (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)) is amended by adding at SEC. 301. REPORT ON ILLICIT FOREIGN MONEY ‘‘(b) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- the end the following: IN FEDERAL ELECTIONS. tion, with respect to a person to whom the ‘‘(8) IMPROPER INTERFERENCE IN A UNITED (a) IN GENERAL.—Title III of the Federal ballot was mailed: STATES ELECTION.—Any alien who has en- Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. ‘‘(1) The term ‘caregiver’ means an indi- gaged, is engaged, or at any time after ad- 30101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after vidual who provides medical or health care mission engages in improper interference in section 319 the following new section: assistance to such person in a residence, a United States election is deportable.’’. ‘‘SEC. 319A. REPORT ON PRESENCE OF ILLICIT nursing care institution, hospice facility, as- (c) DEFINITION.—Section 101(a) of such Act FOREIGN MONEY. sisted living center, assisted living facility, (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)) is amended by adding at the ‘‘(a) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after assisted living home, residential care insti- end the following: the end of each Federal election cycle, the tution, adult day health care facility, or ‘‘(53) The term ‘improper interference in a Commission shall submit to Congress a re- adult foster care home. United States election’ means conduct by an port containing— ‘‘(2) The term ‘family member’ means an alien that— ‘‘(1) an analysis of the presence of illicit individual who is related to such person by ‘‘(A)(i) violates Federal criminal, voting foreign money in such cycle; and blood, marriage, adoption or legal guardian- rights, or campaign finance law, or ‘‘(2) recommendations to address the pres- ship. ‘‘(ii) is performed by any person acting as ence of illicit foreign money in elections, as ‘‘(3) The term ‘household member’ means an agent of or on behalf of a foreign govern- appropriate. an individual who resides at the same resi- ment or criminal enterprise; and ‘‘(b) DEFINITIONS.—As used in this section: dence as such person.’’. ‘‘(B) includes any covert, fraudulent, de- ‘‘(1) The term ‘Federal election cycle’ (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of ceptive, or unlawful act or attempted act, means the period which begins on the day contents of such Act is amended by inserting undertaken with the purpose or effect of un- after the date of a regularly scheduled gen- after the item relating to section 296 the fol- dermining public confidence in election proc- eral election for Federal office and which lowing new item: esses or institutions, or influencing, under- ends on the date of the first regularly sched- ‘‘PART 7–PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO mining confidence in, or altering the result uled general election for Federal office held STATES ALLOWING COLLECTION AND TRANS- or reported result of, a general or primary after such date. MISSION OF BALLOTS BY CERTAIN THIRD PAR- Federal, State, or local election or caucus, ‘‘(2) The term ‘illicit foreign money’ means TIES including— any disbursement by a foreign national (as ‘‘Sec. 297. Eligibility for payments of States ‘‘(i) the campaign of a candidate; or defined in section 319(b)) prohibited under allowing collection and trans- ‘‘(ii) a ballot measure, including an amend- such section.’’. mission of ballots by certain ment, a bond issue, an initiative, a recall, a (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment third parties.’’. referral, or a referendum.’’. made by subsection (a) shall apply with re- spect to the Federal election cycle that TITLE V—PROHIBITING PAYMENT OF Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois (dur- began during November 2018, and each suc- ELECTION ASSISTANCE FUNDS TO ing the reading). Madam Speaker, I ask ceeding Federal election cycle. STATES ALLOWING VOTING BY NON- unanimous consent to dispense with SEC. 302. PROHIBITION ON CONTRIBUTIONS AND CITIZENS the reading. DONATIONS BY FOREIGN NATION- SEC. 501. PROHIBITION ON PAYMENTS TO STATES The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ALS IN CONNECTIONS WITH BALLOT ALLOWING VOTING BY NON-CITI- INITIATIVES AND REFERENDA. ZENS. objection to the request of the gen- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle D of title II of tleman from Illinois? Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. There was no objection.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:42 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.033 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8441 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Ms. LOFGREN. Madam Speaker, I RECORDED VOTE ant to the rule, the gentleman from Il- rise in opposition to the motion to re- Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. linois is recognized for 5 minutes. commit. Madam Speaker, I demand a recorded Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- vote. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of tlewoman from California is recognized A recorded vote was ordered. the motion to recommit, a proposal for 5 minutes. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- that would actually assist law enforce- Ms. LOFGREN. Madam Speaker, I ant to clause 9 of rule XX, this 5- ment in pursuing those individuals who would like to say that this motion to minute vote on the motion to recom- seek to disrupt our elections, as op- recommit should be opposed. It is so mit will be followed by 5-minute votes posed to the partisan bill we have been much weaker than the bill that we on: have an opportunity to pass to get for- debating here today. Passage of H.R. 4617, if ordered; and I first want to address some of the eign interference out of our elections The motion to suspend the rules and accusations made here today about so that millions of Americans are not pass H.R. 777. how my colleagues and I on this side of exposed unwittingly to ads by Russian This is a 5-minute vote. the aisle do not care about election se- trolls. curity or how we are the only thing I yield the balance of my time to the The vote was taken by electronic de- standing in the way of securing elec- gentleman from New York (Mr. ROSE). vice, and there were—ayes 182, noes 225, tions. This is simply not true. Mr. ROSE of New York. Madam not voting 24, as follows: In the 115th Congress, a Republican- Speaker, I rise today in strong opposi- [Roll No. 582] controlled Congress appropriated over tion to this blatant attempt to help AYES—182 $400 million to the States and to DHS foreign agents subvert our democracy. Abraham Gooden Nunes prior to the 2018 midterms to bolster Madam Speaker, we stand at the Aderholt Gosar Olson election security, allowing for unprece- crossroads of history. Foreign enemies Allen Gottheimer Palazzo Amash Granger dented cooperation between DHS and have attacked our elections in a sweep- Palmer ing and systematic fashion, and they Arrington Graves (GA) Pence all 50 States and 1,400 localities. Ear- Babin Graves (LA) are continuing to do so. Perry lier this year, $33 million was appro- Bacon Graves (MO) Posey We are faced today with a very sim- priated to DHS to continue these as- Baird Green (TN) Ratcliffe ple question: Should Iran, Russia, and Balderson Griffith sistance efforts. Reed China be allowed to interfere in our Banks Guest Rice (SC) I also introduced a bill during the de- Barr Guthrie elections? Should they have more of a Riggleman bate of the SAFE Act that will provide Bergman Hagedorn Roby even more funding for DHS to combat say in who gets elected than our con- Biggs Harris Rodgers (WA) Bishop (NC) Hartzler nefarious activity. But last week, I in- stituents? Roe, David P. Let me tell you my answer. Our sol- Bishop (UT) Hern, Kevin Rogers (AL) troduced, along with many of my col- Bost Herrera Beutler diers did not fight our enemies over- Rogers (KY) leagues, the Honest Elections Act, Brady Hice (GA) Rooney (FL) seas just to watch them try to corrupt Brindisi Higgins (LA) which the entire basis for this motion Rose, John W. our democracy here at home. I am not Brooks (AL) Hill (AR) Rouzer to recommit is based upon. So don’t Brooks (IN) Holding sure when that became a controversial Roy Buchanan Hollingsworth tell me that we on this side of the aisle Rutherford position, but it is a damn shame that it Buck Hudson are standing in the way. Scalise Bucshon Huizenga has. Schweikert According to the report recently re- Budd Hunter Protecting America should not be a Scott, Austin leased by the Senate Intelligence Com- Burchett Hurd (TX) one-party issue. It should be what Sensenbrenner Burgess Johnson (LA) mittee, out of the $1.4 billion spent on Shimkus unites us, not a cause for petty games. Byrne Johnson (OH) digital political ads in the 2016 election Simpson But once again, the minority party Calvert Johnson (SD) Smith (MO) cycle, Russia spent $100,000 over 2 years Carter (GA) Jordan has decided it is more important to Smith (NE) on Facebook ads. The majority of those practice the kind of politics that put Carter (TX) Joyce (OH) were not election ads, so they wouldn’t Chabot Katko Smith (NJ) them in the minority in the first place. Spano necessarily be regulated by the Honest Cheney Kelly (MS) They have decided, yet again, to play Cline King (IA) Stauber Ads Act portion of SHIELD and will Cloud King (NY) Stefanik another political stunt, just like they Stewart not address the real threat that we saw played this morning in the SCIF. It is Cole Kinzinger in 2016. Comer Kustoff (TN) Taylor the same exact thing. Thornberry My motion today strengthens and re- Conaway LaHood That is your choice. My choice is to Cook LaMalfa Tipton forms the Foreign Agents Registration Crawford Lamborn Turner stand up to say American elections are Upton Act, FARA, to combat election inter- for Americans only. Crenshaw Latta ference. It modernizes online political Curtis Lesko Van Drew The SHIELD Act puts forward crit- Wagner ad disclosure. It increases monitoring Davidson (OH) Long ical reforms to improve our defenses Davis, Rodney Loudermilk Walberg of spending by foreign nationals in against foreign influence and inter- DesJarlais Lucas Walden Walker elections. It incentivizes States to pro- ference. The bill strengthens reporting Diaz-Balart Luetkemeyer hibit the practice of ballot harvesting Duncan Marchant Walorski requirements, closes loopholes, and de- Dunn Marshall Waltz and encourages States to stop this re- ters illegal foreign activity in our elec- Emmer Massie Watkins cent trend of noncitizen voting. tions. Ferguson Mast Weber (TX) Webster (FL) Madam Speaker, I urge my col- I can understand if some of my col- Fitzpatrick McCarthy leagues to vote for this motion to re- Fleischmann McCaul Wenstrup leagues are worried that they cannot Flores McClintock Westerman commit because I was given some ad- win on a fair and level election playing Fortenberry McHenry Williams vice by our colleague from Idaho (Mr. field, but for all those who believe in Foxx (NC) McKinley Wilson (SC) Wittman SIMPSON) before I came up here. He free and fair elections, who swore an Fulcher Meadows said: ‘‘The more you talk, the fewer Gaetz Miller Womack oath to protect and defend the Con- Gallagher Moolenaar Woodall votes this MTR will get.’’ stitution, I urge you to reject this Gianforte Mooney (WV) Wright So, let’s make sure everyone goes MTR and stand with the United States Gibbs Mullin Yoho back to their districts. But first, vote Gohmert Murphy (NC) Young of America. Gonzalez (OH) Norman Zeldin for this motion to recommit. Vote to Ms. LOFGREN. Madam Speaker, I protect our elections from interference yield back the balance of my time. NOES—225 from foreign countries like Russia, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without Adams Blunt Rochester Cartwright China, and all others. Vote to hunt objection, the previous question is or- Aguilar Bonamici Case down those who are attempting to Allred Boyle, Brendan Casten (IL) dered on the motion to recommit. Axne F. Castor (FL) interfere in our elections. And vote, fi- There was no objection. Barraga´ n Brown (MD) Castro (TX) nally, to restore the American people’s The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Bass Brownley (CA) Chu, Judy trust in our institutions. question is on the motion to recommit. Beatty Bustos Cicilline Madam Speaker, I urge a ‘‘yes’’ vote The question was taken; and the Bera Butterfield Cisneros Beyer Carbajal Clark (MA) on this motion to recommit, and I Speaker pro tempore announced that Bishop (GA) Ca´ rdenas Clarke (NY) yield back the balance of my time. the noes appeared to have it. Blumenauer Carson (IN) Clay

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Cleaver Johnson (TX) Pocan RECORDED VOTE Banks Griffith Pence Clyburn Kaptur Porter Barr Guest Perry Cohen Keating Pressley Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Bergman Guthrie Peterson Connolly Kelly (IL) Price (NC) Madam Speaker, I demand a recorded Biggs Hagedorn Posey Cooper Kennedy Quigley vote. Bishop (NC) Harris Ratcliffe Correa Khanna Raskin A recorded vote was ordered. Bishop (UT) Hartzler Reed Costa Kildee Rice (NY) Bost Hern, Kevin Rice (SC) Courtney Kilmer Richmond The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Brady Herrera Beutler Riggleman Cox (CA) Kim Rose (NY) 5-minute vote. Brooks (AL) Hice (GA) Roby Craig Kirkpatrick Rouda Brooks (IN) Higgins (LA) Rodgers (WA) Crist Krishnamoorthi The vote was taken by electronic de- Buchanan Hill (AR) Roybal-Allard Roe, David P. Crow Kuster (NH) vice, and there were—ayes 227, noes 181, Buck Holding Ruiz Rogers (AL) Cuellar Lamb Bucshon Hollingsworth Ruppersberger not voting 23, as follows: Rogers (KY) Cunningham Langevin Budd Hudson Rush Rooney (FL) Davids (KS) Larsen (WA) [Roll No. 583] Burchett Huizenga Ryan Rose, John W. Davis (CA) Larson (CT) Sa´ nchez AYES—227 Burgess Hunter Davis, Danny K. Lawrence Byrne Hurd (TX) Rouzer Sarbanes Adams Golden Ocasio-Cortez Dean Lawson (FL) Calvert Johnson (LA) Roy Scanlon Aguilar Gomez Omar DeFazio Lee (CA) Carter (GA) Johnson (OH) Rutherford Schakowsky Allred Gonzalez (TX) DeGette Lee (NV) Pallone Carter (TX) Johnson (SD) Scalise Schiff Axne Gottheimer DeLauro Levin (CA) Panetta Chabot Jordan Schweikert Schneider Barraga´ n Green, Al (TX) DelBene Levin (MI) Pappas Cheney Joyce (OH) Scott, Austin Schrader Bass Grijalva Delgado Lewis Pascrell Cline Katko Sensenbrenner Schrier Beatty Haaland Demings Lieu, Ted Payne Cloud Kelly (MS) Shimkus Scott (VA) Bera Harder (CA) DeSaulnier Lipinski Perlmutter Cole King (IA) Simpson Scott, David Beyer Hastings Deutch Loebsack Phillips Comer King (NY) Smith (MO) Serrano Bishop (GA) Hayes Dingell Lofgren Pingree Conaway Kinzinger Smith (NE) Sewell (AL) Blumenauer Heck Doggett Lowenthal Pocan Cook Kustoff (TN) Shalala Blunt Rochester Higgins (NY) Smith (NJ) Doyle, Michael Lowey Porter Crawford LaHood Sherman Bonamici Hill (CA) Spano F. Luja´ n Pressley Crenshaw LaMalfa Sherrill Boyle, Brendan Himes Stauber Engel Luria Price (NC) Curtis Lamborn Sires F. Horn, Kendra S. Stefanik Escobar Lynch Quigley Davidson (OH) Latta Slotkin Brindisi Horsford Stewart Eshoo Malinowski Raskin Davis, Rodney Lesko Brown (MD) Houlahan Taylor Espaillat Maloney, Smith (WA) Rice (NY) DesJarlais Long Brownley (CA) Hoyer Thornberry Evans Carolyn B. Soto Richmond Diaz-Balart Loudermilk Spanberger Bustos Huffman Tipton Finkenauer Maloney, Sean Rose (NY) Duncan Lucas Speier Butterfield Jackson Lee Turner Fletcher Matsui Rouda Dunn Luetkemeyer Carbajal Jayapal Upton Foster McAdams Stanton Emmer Marchant Ca´ rdenas Jeffries Roybal-Allard Wagner Frankel McBath Stevens Ferguson Marshall Carson (IN) Johnson (GA) Ruiz Walberg Fudge McCollum Suozzi Fitzpatrick Massie Cartwright Johnson (TX) Ruppersberger Walden Gallego McGovern Swalwell (CA) Fleischmann Mast Case Kaptur Rush Walker Garamendi McNerney Thompson (CA) Flores McCarthy Casten (IL) Keating Ryan Garcı´a (IL) Meeks Thompson (MS) Fortenberry McCaul Walorski Castor (FL) Kelly (IL) Sa´ nchez Garcia (TX) Meng Titus Foxx (NC) McClintock Waltz Castro (TX) Kennedy Sarbanes Golden Moore Tlaib Fulcher McHenry Watkins Chu, Judy Khanna Scanlon Gomez Morelle Tonko Gaetz McKinley Weber (TX) Cicilline Kildee Schakowsky Gonzalez (TX) Moulton Torres (CA) Gallagher Meadows Webster (FL) Cisneros Kilmer Schiff Green, Al (TX) Mucarsel-Powell Torres Small Gianforte Miller Wenstrup Clark (MA) Kim Schneider Grijalva Murphy (FL) (NM) Gibbs Moolenaar Westerman Clarke (NY) Kirkpatrick Schrader Haaland Nadler Trahan Gohmert Mooney (WV) Williams Clay Krishnamoorthi Schrier Harder (CA) Napolitano Trone Gonzalez (OH) Mullin Wilson (SC) Cleaver Kuster (NH) Scott (VA) Hastings Neal Underwood Gooden Murphy (NC) Wittman Clyburn Lamb Scott, David Hayes Neguse Vargas Gosar Newhouse Womack Cohen Langevin Serrano Heck Norcross Veasey Granger Norman Woodall Connolly Larsen (WA) Sewell (AL) Higgins (NY) O’Halleran Vela Graves (GA) Nunes Wright Cooper Larson (CT) Hill (CA) Ocasio-Cortez Vela´ zquez Shalala Graves (LA) Olson Yoho Correa Lawrence Himes Omar Visclosky Sherman Graves (MO) Palazzo Young Costa Lawson (FL) Horn, Kendra S. Pallone Wasserman Sherrill Green (TN) Palmer Zeldin Courtney Lee (CA) Horsford Panetta Schultz Sires Cox (CA) Lee (NV) Houlahan Pappas Waters Slotkin NOT VOTING—23 Craig Levin (CA) Hoyer Pascrell Watson Coleman Smith (WA) Amodei Keller Smucker Crist Levin (MI) Soto Huffman Payne Welch Armstrong Kelly (PA) Steil Crow Lewis Spanberger Jackson Lee Perlmutter Wexton Bilirakis Kind Steube Cuellar Lieu, Ted Speier Jayapal Peterson Wild Collins (GA) McEachin Stivers Cunningham Lipinski Stanton Jeffries Phillips Wilson (FL) Estes Meuser Takano Davids (KS) Loebsack Stevens Johnson (GA) Pingree Yarmuth Gabbard Mitchell Thompson (PA) Davis (CA) Lofgren Suozzi Grothman Peters Timmons Davis, Danny K. Lowenthal Swalwell (CA) NOT VOTING—24 Dean Lowey Joyce (PA) Reschenthaler Thompson (CA) DeFazio Luja´ n Amodei Keller Reschenthaler Thompson (MS) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Armstrong Kelly (PA) Smucker DeGette Luria Titus Bilirakis Kind Steil DeLauro Lynch The Speaker Pro Tempore (during Tlaib Collins (GA) McEachin Steube DelBene Malinowski the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Tonko Estes Meuser Stivers Delgado Maloney, Torres (CA) ing. Gabbard Mitchell Takano Demings Carolyn B. Torres Small Grothman Newhouse Thompson (PA) DeSaulnier Maloney, Sean (NM) b 1824 Joyce (PA) Peters Timmons Deutch Matsui Dingell McAdams Trahan So the bill was passed. Trone ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Doggett McBath The result of the vote was announced Doyle, Michael McCollum Underwood The Speaker Pro Tempore (during F. McGovern Van Drew as above recorded. the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Engel McNerney Vargas A motion to reconsider was laid on Escobar Meeks Veasey the table. ing. Eshoo Meng Vela Espaillat Moore Vela´ zquez f Evans Morelle Visclosky b 1816 Finkenauer Moulton Wasserman DEBBIE SMITH REAUTHORIZATION Fletcher Mucarsel-Powell Schultz ACT OF 2019 So the motion to recommit was re- Foster Murphy (FL) Waters jected. Frankel Nadler Watson Coleman The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Welch The result of the vote was announced Fudge Napolitano ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the unfin- Gallego Neal Wexton ished business is the vote on the mo- as above recorded. Garamendi Neguse Wild Garcı´a (IL) Norcross Wilson (FL) tion to suspend the rules and pass the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Garcia (TX) O’Halleran Yarmuth bill (H.R. 777) to reauthorize programs question is on the passage of the bill. NOES—181 authorized under the Debbie Smith Act The question was taken; and the of 2004, as amended, on which the yeas Abraham Amash Bacon Speaker pro tempore announced that Aderholt Arrington Baird and nays were ordered. the ayes appeared to have it. Allen Babin Balderson The Clerk read the title of the bill.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.034 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8443 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Meadows Rogers (AL) Taylor Japan. Had I been present, I would have question is on the motion offered by Meeks Rogers (KY) Thompson (CA) Meng Rooney (FL) Thompson (MS) voted: ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 579, ‘‘yea’’ on roll- the gentleman from New York (Mr. Miller Rose (NY) Thornberry call No. 580, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 581,‘‘nay’’ NADLER) that the House suspend the Moolenaar Rose, John W. Tipton on rollcall No. 582, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 583, rules and pass the bill, as amended. Mooney (WV) Rouda Titus and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 584. Moore Rouzer Tlaib This is a 5-minute vote. Morelle Roy Tonko f The vote was taken by electronic de- Moulton Roybal-Allard Torres (CA) Mucarsel-Powell Ruiz MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING vice, and there were—yeas 402, nays 1, Torres Small Mullin Ruppersberger (NM) 241 AMERICAN HEROES KILLED not voting 28, as follows: Murphy (FL) Rush Trahan Murphy (NC) Rutherford IN 1983 BEIRUT BARRACKS BOMB- [Roll No. 584] Trone Nadler Ryan Turner ING ´ YEAS—402 Napolitano Sanchez Underwood (Mr. PENCE asked and was given per- Neal Sarbanes Upton Abraham Curtis Horn, Kendra S. Neguse Scalise mission to address the House for 1 Van Drew Adams Davidson (OH) Horsford Newhouse Scanlon Vargas minute.) Aderholt Davis (CA) Houlahan Norcross Schakowsky Veasey Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, friends, Aguilar Davis, Danny K. Hoyer Nunes Schiff Vela Allen Davis, Rodney Hudson O’Halleran Schneider colleagues, and distinguished guests in Vela´ zquez Allred Dean Huffman Ocasio-Cortez Schrader the gallery, we are gathered here today Visclosky Arrington DeFazio Huizenga Olson Schrier on the 36th anniversary of the 1983 Bei- Axne DeGette Hunter Omar Schweikert Wagner Babin DeLauro Hurd (TX) Palazzo Scott (VA) Walberg rut barracks bombing to honor 241 Bacon DelBene Jackson Lee Pallone Scott, Austin Walden American heroes who made the ulti- Baird Delgado Jayapal Palmer Scott, David Walker mate sacrifice. Balderson Demings Jeffries Walorski Panetta Sensenbrenner The 241 names—220 of which are my Banks DeSaulnier Johnson (GA) Pappas Serrano Waltz Barr DesJarlais Johnson (LA) Pascrell Sewell (AL) Wasserman fellow Marines—will be forever etched Barraga´ n Deutch Johnson (OH) Payne Shalala Schultz in our hearts and on the walls of the Beatty Diaz-Balart Johnson (SD) Pence Sherman Waters Beirut Memorial in Jacksonville, Bera Dingell Johnson (TX) Perlmutter Sherrill Watkins Bergman Doggett Jordan Perry Shimkus Watson Coleman North Carolina. Beyer Doyle, Michael Joyce (OH) Peterson Simpson Weber (TX) Although you may not recognize Biggs F. Kaptur Phillips Sires Webster (FL) these names, they are the names of Bishop (GA) Duncan Katko Welch Pingree Slotkin sons, brothers, fathers, and friends. Bishop (NC) Dunn Keating Pocan Smith (MO) Wenstrup Bishop (UT) Emmer Kelly (IL) Porter Smith (NE) Westerman They are the names of true American Blumenauer Engel Kelly (MS) Posey Smith (NJ) Wexton patriots who came in peace and were Blunt Rochester Escobar Kennedy Pressley Smith (WA) Wild stolen from us by an act of pure evil. Bonamici Eshoo Khanna Price (NC) Soto Williams Bost Espaillat Kildee Quigley Spanberger Wilson (FL) They are the heroes who gave their Boyle, Brendan Evans Kilmer Ratcliffe Spano Wilson (SC) lives so we could keep ours. F. Ferguson Kim Reed Speier Wittman Semper fidelis means ‘‘always faith- Brady Finkenauer King (IA) Rice (NY) Stanton Womack ful.’’ It is the motto of the United Brindisi Fitzpatrick King (NY) Rice (SC) Stauber Woodall Brooks (AL) Fleischmann Kinzinger Richmond Stefanik Wright States Marine Corps. Today, we re- Brooks (IN) Fletcher Kirkpatrick Riggleman Stevens Yarmuth member the 241 fallen heroes of Beirut. Brown (MD) Flores Krishnamoorthi Roby Stewart Yoho Today, we remain faithful. Brownley (CA) Fortenberry Kuster (NH) Rodgers (WA) Suozzi Young Buchanan Foster Kustoff (TN) Roe, David P. Swalwell (CA) Zeldin Madam Speaker, I ask that all Mem- Buck Foxx (NC) LaHood bers and distinguished guests in the Bucshon Frankel LaMalfa NAYS—1 gallery rise for a moment of silence. Budd Fudge Lamb Amash Burchett Fulcher Lamborn f Burgess Gaetz Langevin NOT VOTING—28 Bustos Gallagher Larsen (WA) Amodei Joyce (PA) Reschenthaler HOUR OF MEETING ON TOMOR- Butterfield Gallego Larson (CT) Armstrong Keller ROW, AND ADJOURNMENT FROM Byrne Garamendi Latta Smucker Bass Kelly (PA) Calvert Garcı´a (IL) Lawrence Steil THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2019, TO Bilirakis Kind Carbajal Garcia (TX) Lawson (FL) Steube MONDAY OCTOBER 28, 2019 Cleaver McEachin Ca´ rdenas Gianforte Lee (CA) Stivers Collins (GA) Meuser Carson (IN) Gibbs Lee (NV) Takano Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I ask Davids (KS) Mitchell Carter (GA) Gohmert Lesko Thompson (PA) unanimous consent that when the Estes Norman Carter (TX) Golden Levin (CA) Timmons Gabbard Peters House adjourns today, it adjourn to Cartwright Gomez Levin (MI) Grothman Raskin Case Gonzalez (OH) Lewis meet at 9 a.m. tomorrow; and further, when the House adjourns on that day, Casten (IL) Gonzalez (TX) Lieu, Ted b 1831 Castor (FL) Gooden Lipinski it adjourn to meet on Monday, October Castro (TX) Gosar Loebsack So (two-thirds being in the affirma- 28, 2019, when it should convene at noon Chabot Gottheimer Lofgren tive) the rules were suspended and the Cheney Granger Long for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for Chu, Judy Graves (GA) Loudermilk bill, as amended, was passed. legislative business. Cicilline Graves (LA) Lowenthal The result of the vote was announced The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Cisneros Graves (MO) Lowey as above recorded. Clark (MA) Green (TN) Lucas ROUDA). Is there objection to the re- Clarke (NY) Green, Al (TX) Luetkemeyer A motion to reconsider was laid on quest of the gentleman from Maryland? Clay Griffith Luja´ n the table. There was no objection. Cline Grijalva Luria PERSONAL EXPLANATION Cloud Guest Lynch f Clyburn Guthrie Malinowski Mr. PETERS. Madam Speaker, had I been Cohen Haaland Maloney, present, I would have voted: ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM Cole Hagedorn Carolyn B. No. 568 (H. Res. 630 final passage); ‘‘yea’’ on Comer Harder (CA) Maloney, Sean (Mr. SCALISE asked and was given Conaway Harris Marchant rollcall No. 569 (H.R. 4406 final passage); permission to address the House for 1 Connolly Hartzler Marshall ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 570 (H.R. 4407 final pas- minute and to revise and extend his re- Cook Hastings Massie sage); ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 577 (H.R. 2513 marks.) Cooper Hayes Mast final passage); ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 578 (H.R. Correa Heck Matsui Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I rise for Costa Hern, Kevin McAdams 2426 final passage); ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 583 the purpose of inquiring of the major- Courtney Herrera Beutler McBath (H.R. 4617 final passage); and ‘‘yea’’ on roll- ity leader the schedule for next week. I Cox (CA) Hice (GA) McCarthy call No. 584 (H.R. 777 final passage). Craig Higgins (LA) McCaul would be happy to yield to my friend, Crawford Higgins (NY) McClintock PERSONAL EXPLANATION the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Crenshaw Hill (AR) McCollum Mr. TAKANO. Madam Speaker, please ac- HOYER), the distinguished majority Crist Hill (CA) McGovern cept the following vote recommendations in leader of the House. Crow Himes McHenry Cuellar Holding McKinley my absence as I represent the United States Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank Cunningham Hollingsworth McNerney at the formal ascension of the Emperor in my friend from Louisiana for yielding.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.103 H23OCPT1 H8444 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 On Monday, Mr. Speaker, the House mination and make recommendations And, again, it has only been done will meet at 12 p.m. for morning-hour to the House, as they do with other three times, but in each of those cases, debate and 2 p.m. for legislative busi- matters that the committees consider. there were fair sets of rules used, so ness, with votes postponed until 6:30 Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I thank that you could actually find out what p.m. the gentleman. As this determination was happening. And if there was some- On Tuesday and Wednesday, the moves forward, there is a growing cry thing that reached the level of high House will meet at 10 a.m. for morning- for fairness. And I know we talked a crimes and misdemeanors, it was not hour debate, and 12 p.m. for legislative little bit about that last week, but we based on what one person decided, but business. saw it again this week with more based on everybody being able to On Thursday, the House will meet at closed hearings, more hearings where present the evidence, everybody being 9 a.m. for legislative business; the last both sides were not allowed the same able to bring witnesses forward. That is votes of the week are expected no later equal rights that have always been pro- not happening right now, and it ought than 3 p.m. vided in impeachment inquiries. to change. We will consider several bills under And, of course, when you look And I would hope, and ask the gen- suspension of the rules. The complete through our Nation’s history, fortu- tleman, if this is going to continue list of suspensions will be announced nately, there are not that many in- moving forward, if there is going to be by close of business on Friday. stances where Congress had to try to any credibility to whatever report The House will consider H.R. 823, the impeach or inquire about impeaching a would come out of it. Colorado Outdoor Recreation and President—three times. There is much less credibility if it is Economy Act; H.R. 2181, the Chaco Cul- In fact, in all three cases, it started done in secret with one person and one tural Heritage Area Protection Act; with a vote of the full House, and it person only getting to choose who and H.R. 1373, the Grand Canyon Cen- started with a fair set of rules. And in comes forth to testify, as opposed to an tennial Protection Act. These three the last two that were the most public, open process, as has always been the bills all recognize the need to protect where you saw the proceedings on tele- case in our country’s history. some of America’s most iconic and im- vision, you saw both sides vote for Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman portant public lands. Nixon, where you had a divided govern- from Maryland. The House, Mr. Speaker, will also ment. You had a Democrat House and a Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank consider H.R. 4695, the Protect Against Republican President. the gentleman for yielding. Conflict by Turkey Act. This bipar- And then, for the Clinton impeach- Mr. Speaker, no matter how many tisan legislation, cosponsored by the ment, you had a Republican House and times the gentleman from Louisiana, chair and ranking member of the Com- a Democrat President. They used the the Republican whip, says that these mittee on Foreign Affairs, provides a same set of rules. Both sides got to call are unfair hearings, or that they are strong, targeted response to the crisis witnesses, both sides got to subpoena. secret hearings, or that Republicans caused by Turkey’s invasion of North- The President’s legal counsel actually can’t participate, no matter how many ern Syria. got to be in the room and, maybe most times he says that, it will not be true. It sanctions senior Turkish officials importantly, the public got to be in the b 1845 involved in the decision and those com- room. mitting human rights abuses, and pe- Members of Congress, even if they He talks about secret hearings. I will nalizes Turkish financial institutions weren’t on the relevant committees, show you the front page of The Wash- involved in perpetuating President were allowed to watch these hearings. ington Post about the hearing yester- Erdogan’s practices. That is not going on today. These hear- day. It is on the front page. Lastly, the House will consider H.Res ings are going on in secret in a secret Now, I know your Members can read. 296 affirming the United States’ record room. There are over 105 Members, 40 or so of on the Armenian Genocide. A number of my colleagues and I your Members, who are authorized to Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I thank went down to see what was going on, to sit in the committee. the gentleman for his response. see the hearings and the proceedings. It The President, Mr. Speaker, called I would like the gentleman to walk turned out, what we found out in the the Republicans, and he has tweeted through, if he could, the scheduling SCIF, which is designed for classified about how they need to be tougher. process for how the House will further briefings, it wasn’t a classified brief- What I want to ask, Mr. Speaker, is: proceed with the impeachment inquiry. ing. The chairman, himself, acknowl- When are they going to focus on de- Mr. HOYER. Will the gentleman edged that it was not a classified brief- fending the Constitution of the United yield? ing. In fact, it included a Department States? Mr. SCALISE. I yield to the gen- of Defense official. And members of the I ask the gentleman: Does he believe tleman. Committee on Armed Services asked if that the President is above the law? Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I cannot they would be able to participate in Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I would respond to that at this point in time. that hearing, and they were denied the imagine the gentleman would also We haven’t made that decision to move ability. agree that the chairman of the Intel- ahead. The committees, as the gen- And so when the press can’t see ligence Committee should also not be tleman knows, are considering it, and what’s going on, when the public can’t above the law. He should not be able to if they decide that the House should see what’s going on, when Members of write his own rules of impeachment, move forward, then we will make that Congress try to see what is going on, his own rules of engagement, in secret. decision. and the chairman takes the witness These meetings are being held in se- Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I, again, and runs out of the room, it begs the cret. In fact, when some of us went into ask the question I had asked last week: question, ‘‘What are they trying to the room today, he ran out with the Are we currently in an impeachment hide.’’ witness. inquiry, as the Speaker said we are a What kind of tainted document are What are you trying to hide when, as few weeks ago? they creating, if it is an impeachment any kind of secret hearing, people run Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I will re- inquiry? out of the room as soon as the lights spond as I responded last week. We are And if it is not, then stop trying to come on? What is really going on? doing our constitutional duty of over- use two different sets of rules. But if it If you want to talk about numbers— sight of the administration and the ac- is—and the Speaker, herself, is the one Mr. HOYER. Read the paper. tions of the President of the United who said it is an impeachment in- Mr. SCALISE. The sad part is, the States to determine whether or not quiry—at a minimum, use the same only way you can find out what hap- there had been violations of law, standards that have always been used pens in those secret hearings is reading whether the President has committed for that serious of a process. The House the paper because somebody on the ma- high crimes and misdemeanors. And of Representatives has a constitutional jority staff is, against the direction of when those hearings are concluded, ob- ability to ultimately make this kind of the chairman, selectively leaking in- viously, they will make some deter- decision. formation to the press.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.105 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8445 The press knows more about this im- It is not how you should be running sold Javelin missiles to Ukraine so peachment inquiry than voting Mem- an impeachment operation to try to they could protect themselves against bers of Congress. Mr. Speaker, 75 per- take out a President of the United the Russians, the aggression that the cent of this Congress is denied access States when we have an election next gentleman was talking about on the to those hearings, 75 percent. year. Let the people of this country eastern front, where the previous Maybe you can read what was leaked make that decision, not one person sit- President allowed the Russians to by somebody on your majority staff, ting in a secret room downstairs, keep- come into Crimea when Ukraine was Mr. Speaker. Maybe that is where you ing other people out. When Members of asking us to help them. can get your information because that Congress who are trying to find out Ukraine, back when President Obama is the only place to get information. what is going on walk in the room, he was in office, was asking us to sell That shouldn’t be where Members of runs out of the room with the witness. them those same Javelin missiles, and Congress have to go to find out what Is that really the fair process that President Obama wouldn’t do it. He has happened. this country deserves? It falls well never answered why he wouldn’t, but it By the way, you talk to some of the short. We can absolutely do better than is a fact that he didn’t sell the Jave- people who were in the room, and they this. lins. But President Trump did and al- were directed by the chairman not to Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gen- lowed Ukraine to defend themselves say anything. He can say something or tleman. against the Russians. somebody on his staff can say some- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, as usual, In fact, they talked about maybe thing, and he hasn’t done anything to the whip did not answer my question. I buying more, but they were already al- control the leaks. But then they say, said, is the President above the law? lowed to buy what they needed to de- actually, there was a lot of other testi- But he wants to pound on the table, fend themselves, and I am glad they mony that contradicted what was Mr. Speaker, because neither the facts were. It helped a friend. leaked to the paper. But nobody really nor the law is on his side. But you talk about all of those knows because they are denied access. The process is consistent with the things that are going on right now with Do you know, if you take the voting rules put in place by the current Sec- impeachment. The real issue is what is Members of Congress who are not al- retary of State, Mr. Pompeo, and Mr. not happening here in this Congress. lowed in that room, it represents over Trey Gowdy, who was a Member of this I will refer you to a different news- 230 million American citizens who are body. paper, as you want to talk about news- denied representation in those im- Let me ask the gentleman, Mr. papers, the front page of The Wash- peachment hearings, over 230 million Speaker: Does he believe it appropriate ington Times: Democrats writing more Americans who are denied access be- that the Congress appropriates $391 subpoenas than laws. Impeachment in- cause 75 percent of voting Members of million to help an ally confront Rus- quiries sideline Pelosi’s agenda. Congress are not allowed in the room? sia—which I understand Mr. Putin In fact, if you look at the difference You can talk about who is allowed in probably wasn’t for—but does he be- between subpoenas and bills that came the room. Everybody should be allowed lieve that the President should have out of this House that are actually in the room. The press should be al- withheld that money from Ukraine to signed into law, you have produced 56 lowed in the room. Cameras should be defend itself on its eastern front? subpoenas. You have produced only 46 in the room, like in previous impeach- Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, the law laws. That is 20 percent more sub- ments. poenas that you have produced than If you want to try to remove a Presi- requires the President to verify that there is not corruption involved with laws to help people across this country. dent—maybe you don’t agree with the Mr. HOYER. Would the gentleman 2016 election result, and you are con- the taxpayer money that is in ques- tion. That is a law we passed. I believe like to know the reason for that? cerned about what might happen next Mr. SCALISE. I would be happy to the gentleman from Maryland voted, as year. That is not why you impeach a yield when we talk about all the things I did vote, for that law. It is a good law President, by the way. that this House could be doing that it to say that if we are going to send tax- But if you really do want to search is not, like lowering drug prices, like payer money to a foreign country, we for the truth, you search for the truth getting better trade deals with our ought to make sure that there is no in public. The people of this country friends in Mexico and in Canada and in corruption. ought to be able to see what is hap- all the other countries that are lined There were claims of corruption in pening. It shouldn’t be a selected story up that would love to come behind Ukraine. In fact, a lot of the inter- in the newspaper that was leaked by USMCA that can’t right now. the majority staff. It should be some- ference in our election by the Russians They can’t because there is this in- thing every Member of Congress who is went through Ukraine in 2016. fatuation with impeachment, in a one- Now, President Trump wasn’t the going to be asked to vote on this actu- sided way, in a closed way, in a Soviet- President back then when this country ally can find something out about. style Star Chamber. We can’t go and read the transcripts. was allowing Russia to interfere with But that is not happening right now. Seventy-five percent of us can’t. Yet, the election. This is what is not happening; this is that is the process that is going on Mr. HOYER. He has no evidence of what is happening. It is not what the right now. that. If the gentleman will yield, he American people expected out of this If you want to call that fair, maybe has no evidence of that. majority. it is fair to you, but is it really the jus- Mr. SCALISE. But he is looking into Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gen- tice that we look for across the street it, as he should be. tleman. at the Supreme Court? Mr. HOYER. He makes a bald-faced Mr. HOYER. I thank the gentleman Imagine if only one side—the accused assertion that he has no way to back for yielding. It is a wonderful poster. couldn’t present witnesses. You could up. Mr. SCALISE. It is factual. accuse anybody of anything. And you Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I yield to Mr. HOYER. We passed over 250 bills. have that ability, as you are doing the gentleman. The Senate won’t take them up, par- right now, and then you tie the hands Mr. HOYER. It is not true, in my ticularly one bill that says what 90 per- behind the back of those you are accus- opinion, but he has no way to back up cent of the American people want done: ing because they can’t even be in the that statement, and I think the gen- Pass a comprehensive background room. tleman must know that. check to make their communities The other side can’t even bring wit- Mr. SCALISE. Again, we can talk safer. nesses forward. There are witnesses about why we needed to root out cor- They won’t bring it up. No wonder it that our Members would like to bring ruption, why we want to find out what can’t be signed, because they won’t forward who were in that room, yet happened in the 2016 election where the bring up any of our bills. they are not even allowed that oppor- Russians tried to interfere, because we The Republican leadership in the tunity. That is not fair. Maybe in the don’t want it to happen again. Senate stops our bills from going to Soviet Union that is fair, but not in We also know, as it was discussed on the Senate. They are not even being the United States of America. that phone call, that President Trump considered.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.107 H23OCPT1 H8446 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 Then they have a poster that says Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank majority. It has been an assertion to you haven’t passed any bills? Oh, no, the gentleman for yielding. impeach the President, finding some- we passed them, and the American peo- Of course, the Acting Chief of Staff, thing; if there is nothing there, just ple support them. who is, I think, also the acting head of keep looking. Yes, we had an election in 2018, and OMB—not technically but actually, in You had the Mueller investigation; the people spoke, which is why I am my view—he said there was a quid pro 2,800 subpoenas, 22 months meandering the majority leader and you are the quo. Now, he tried to clean it up. I get around, looking for something, hoping; minority whip. that. I get that. and we saw the chairman of the Intel- So, yes, we honor those elections. But he said, yes, there was a quid pro ligence Committee said publicly, time And when you were in the majority, quo. and time again, for 2 years, that he, you passed bills you wanted to pass. And you read the transcript—which himself, had more than circumstantial So, I tell my friend, it is an inter- is not a transcript but a report of the evidence of criminal acts. It turned out esting poster, but it is a reflection of substance of the conversation—in there were none. the refusal of the Republicans in the which he brings up a number of things, The chairman never showed the evi- United States Senate to consider legis- including Joe Biden and Hunter Biden. dence that he had. Maybe he went and lation supported by the overwhelming And, yes, we now have testimony had a meeting with Mueller and majority of the American people. How that says there was a quid pro quo. Mueller discarded it. But if he really sad. There was going to be no meeting at did have more than circumstantial evi- But, let me ask you again: Are you the White House. There was going to be dence, he would have brought it for- saying it was right to keep the $391 no sending of the $391 million that we ward. He would have shown all of us, million, to refuse to have a meeting thought was essential for our Ukrain- but he didn’t. He made the assertion, with Mr. Zelensky at the White House ian friends defending democracy in but it was a false assertion. until he agreed to conduct a political Ukraine from Putin. And if it wasn’t false, by the way, I investigation that would advantage the Now, we have had a more recent ac- would challenge the gentleman to bring it forward. He ought to have that President of the United States? Do you tion where a telephone conversation duty to bring it forward. believe that was right? with Erdogan led to another headline Mr. SCALISE. Well, first of all, the Mr. HOYER. We are in that process. on that same page: Russia and Turkey Mr. SCALISE. No, no. We are talking gentleman is making an assertion that reach deal on Syria. America in re- about the Mueller investigation, but it has been disputed—in fact, disputed by treat. America no longer a factor in didn’t happen. So the collusion argu- the President of Ukraine, this alleged trying to bring peace. ment that was supposedly going to quid pro quo that didn’t happen. b 1900 yield some kind of ability to go and Zelensky himself said it didn’t happen. impeach the President didn’t turn out In fact, he got the money. He got the Mr. Speaker, I asked a question. Is the President above the law? to be true. money. So, instead of stopping and moving I asked another question: Is it right Now, we had to check to make sure, on to the business of the American peo- to keep the $391 million that we appro- like the law says, in two different ple, instead of more subpoenas—not priated because we thought Ukraine places. We have two different sets of laws. No lower drug prices because it is was at great risk? And again, the ques- law that require the administration en- an impeachment infatuation. Instead tion wasn’t answered. It was answered sure that there is not corruption before of moving on, they went to this be- with a question and with an assertion they send the money. cause there was this whistleblower. I can assure the gentleman from that the President had the authority to And let’s go back to the memo of the Maryland that, if he would have sent make sure that there wasn’t corruption whistleblower, before the whistle- the money over and there was corrup- in Ukraine. blower complaint. The whistleblower tion involved, you would be going after Mr. Speaker, we are concerned actually wrote a memo. Admittedly, him for breaking the law, for not fol- whether there is corruption in the they never even listened to the phone lowing the law. United States of America. That con- conversation, but they talked to other You voted for the law. I voted for the cerns us, and that is why these hear- people. law. Again, it is a good law. But then ings are proceeding, consistent with And if it was so dangerous what those he ultimately released the money. our constitutional duty. other people heard, they had a legal You talk about the Javelin missiles. And all the Republicans can do is— ability and authority to go and file He sold that to them before the phone not defend the actions, because they their own whistleblower complaint, but call even happened because it was a are indefensible. All they can do is talk they didn’t. So someone with a polit- friend saying protect us against Rus- about process. ical bias, by the inspector general’s sia. One thousand subpoenas issued by own admission, a person with a polit- President Obama wouldn’t stand up Dan Burton when he was the Repub- ical bias who had access to information to Russia when Ukraine made that lican chairman of the Oversight and that was classified, in violation of law, same phone call, yet President Trump Government Reform Committee. One hears what they want to hear, writes a did. President Trump said: I will sell hundred subpoenas, unilaterally, under memo saying it was crazy; it was dis- you those missiles so you can protect the Gowdy rule, under the Pompeo turbing. Those were the words that the yourself and can defend yourself rule, under the Republican rules, uni- whistleblower wrote about the phone against the Russians. laterally. conversation. And Zelensky, on that phone call, Trey Gowdy, himself, as chairman of Lo and behold, the phone conversa- was thanking the President, again, for the Benghazi Select Committee, three tion gets released by the President. It selling those missiles to them. It has dozen subpoenas, without any input, was unprecedented. He didn’t have to allowed them to push back the Russian under the Gowdy-Pompeo rules. do it. I might have preferred if he aggression and to root out—ultimately, So I ask the gentleman, do you think didn’t do it because you don’t want a they talked about rooting out and get- it is consistent with our Constitution pattern where every conversation be- ting to the bottom of the corruption that the President of the United States tween world leaders is going to be out and the interference that happened suggest to a foreign leader that they in the public. with Russia in our 2016 election, which become involved in our elections? But, okay, it is now. And all of those I hoped we would be more vigilant to Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, first of assertions that were made were false. root out together. all, it is not a question. It is a false as- It wasn’t a crazy conversation. It It shouldn’t just be President Trump sertion that the gentleman is making. wasn’t a disturbing conversation. It wanting to stop it from happening And so you can make claims about peo- was two people talking about—one con- again. All of us should want to make ple, but ultimately, if it is not backed gratulating the other on his election. sure that that doesn’t happen again. up in fact, you just continue on. One talking about how he got elected Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gen- This has been the pattern of this ma- on a platform of rooting out corrup- tleman. jority, really, since before you took the tion, which he is doing, and we are

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.108 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8447 helping them with. That was the con- I don’t think it was dirt. It was the Democratic members of the committee versation. use of a computer which, by the way, released this information. So now the whistleblower isn’t even some of the Trump family is doing the I am not sure how the paper got this going to be brought forward, according same thing—somewhat irrelevant. information. I know they get almost to the chairman, because the chairman What is relevant is not all this stuff all the information on all these net- is the only person who gets to bring about fairness and this, that, and the works. But this was the testimony that witnesses forward. other. We are following the Constitu- was prepared by the witness who was Then the gentleman talked about tion. We are following the rules of this there—who was there. Trey Gowdy’s committee, the Benghazi House. We are following the law, and He talks about the whistleblower and Select Committee. He tries to use that every legal scholar that I have read as- hearsay, but what he doesn’t talk as the reference point for holding an serts that. The only people who don’t about: Does he believe the President is impeachment inquiry. assert that are the people who are above the law? Does he believe it is ap- Let’s all be clear: Trey Gowdy’s com- afraid of the facts, afraid of what has propriate? mittee on Benghazi was a special select been done. And the transcript—I could read it committee to find out what happened. I asked the gentleman questions: Do Mr. HOYER. Will the gentleman again. I keep saying ‘‘transcript.’’ It is you think this is right? Do you think not a transcript. A report of the phone yield on that point? the President is above the law? He Mr. SCALISE. I will ultimately call that the President thought was mentions the Mueller report. okay, that is why he released it. He yield, but you mentioned all of these What he fails to mention and he just things, and so I want to clear up the thought it was perfect. ignores is the Mueller report said there In addition, he said: The other thing, things that the gentleman mentioned. was evidence to suggest that there was So the Trey Gowdy committee, where there is a lot of talk about Biden’s son, the failure to follow the law and co- four Americans died and we were try- that Biden stopped the prosecutor, and operate with the law, in other words, ing to get to the bottom of that—not to a lot of people want to find out about obstruction of justice. But he said Jus- impeach anybody, but to find out how that. So whatever you can do with the tice Department rules, of which he was four Americans died when people Attorney General—he wants his law- an employee, do not provide for the should have known that there was dan- yer. It should be the Justice Depart- ability to indict a President of the ger over there and the proper pre- ment’s lawyer, but Mr. BARR to partici- United States. That did not mean that cautions weren’t taken. So he had a pate. And, of course, he wanted Mr. there wasn’t obstruction of justice. committee. Giuliani to participate as well. Do you know, I would ask the gen- But what he said was this is the body So, Mr. Speaker, I would conclude, tleman from Maryland, that Chairman to deal with this matter. So we are fol- we are going down this rat hole too Gowdy allowed the minority to call lowing our constitutional duty, and we long. We are going to have hearings. witnesses? He didn’t sit there and say: are going to continue to do so, and We are going to find out the truth, and Hey, I won and you lost, and so I can there are going to be public hearings. we are finding out the truth every day, just roll over you and then back up the There is going to be debate. There is and every day our Republican col- car again. That is not what Trey going to be a vote on the rule if some- leagues get more nervous. thing is brought to the floor and full Gowdy did. He was the chairman, but Every day there is some Republican opportunity to debate on both sides of he let the ranking member, the minor- who says: I don’t know how long I can the aisle. ity leader of the committee, call their defend President Trump. Every day Right now, of course, there are mem- witnesses. that is happening now, because the bers of the committee—you would That is not happening right now. Not facts are coming out. think this was somehow Mr. SCHIFF one witness has been allowed by our When you don’t have the facts, as I side. Closed hearings to the public. and the Democrats meeting in some se- cret room. They are meeting with the have said, Mr. Speaker, you attack the If this is something that you are so process. Republicans know the facts concerned about, if you are concerned Republican members of the committee. And, by the way, I asked the gen- aren’t on their side. They can’t answer about corruption, why root it out in se- the fundamental question: Is it accept- tleman the question about Mr. NUNES. cret, behind closed doors, with a one- able for a President to seek foreign in- But Mr. NUNES, apparently, comes sided set of rules that represents and terference in elections? reflects more how the Soviet Union sometimes and he doesn’t come some- times. And Mr. MEADOWS is apparently They will say: Oh, there is no proof of would conduct something like this as that. And the problem they have is al- opposed to how the United States of always there, so he can always tell you what is going on. This is an endless de- most every day there is proof of that, America has always conducted im- not hearsay. peachment inquiries? We are talking bate. If the Republicans think we are vio- Yes, the whistleblower did the right about impeachment inquiries in secret, thing. The whistleblower heard some- behind closed doors. lating the law, of course they can go to court, as we have been forced to do by thing that he felt was dangerous to our So, yes, the gentleman raised a lot of national security, to our men and issues, and I wanted to go back to each this President who has instructed peo- ple not to cooperate with Congress, not women in uniform, and to the democ- of those. racy that we hold so dear, and so he So what we have asked for is the to testify before the Congress because said something. You have seen the same fairness that has always been al- he feels aggrieved. signs: You see something, say some- lowed, both sides—not just the winning He will have his day in court. That is thing. He heard this. side, both sides. This is America. how we run these kinds of events in Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman America: under our Constitution, One could say, well, he didn’t hear it, from Maryland. under our laws. And, yes, he will have but then the President admitted it. Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank due process. Then the Chief of Staff, Acting Chief of the gentleman for yielding. But right now we are trying to find Staff, Mr. Mulvaney, said, yes, that is What he didn’t mention was the out whether there is probable cause to what we did. And he instructed, don’t Benghazi Gowdy commission was the believe the President of the United get that money to the Ukrainians. eighth Republican-led investigation of States committed high crimes and mis- Those are facts. We know those are that matter. They all reached the same demeanors and abused the power of his facts. conclusion and found no evidence of office, as Hamilton said the purpose of So I tell my friend, we really ought wrongdoing; eight Republican-led, and the impeachment provision was de- to conclude this. We believe we are fol- they kept after it, over and over and signed to address. Hamilton said that lowing the law. If you don’t feel we are over again. in two of the Federalist Papers. following the law, go to court, just as Why? As the minority leader said, on But we are going to endlessly talk we had to go to court with the Presi- television, well, no, we got something about fairness, with Republicans sit- dent refusing to cooperate with the out of it. We got some dirt on Hillary ting in the committee. He asserts, with Congress of the United States in its Clinton. no knowledge, that somehow the constitutional duty.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.110 H23OCPT1 H8448 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 b 1915 take the witness and run out of the because it only tells one side of the And we are going to be fair, and I am room as soon as other voting Members story. The old saying is, a grand jury sure the Senate will be fair if we take of Congress showed up? That happened can indict a ham sandwich, if they action here. And I don’t know that we today. want to. There is a reason for that be- are going to take action. That hasn’t If the chairman really wanted to get cause only one side can call witnesses. been decided. But we are going to con- the facts out, would he literally close When we have had impeachment in- tinue to try to find the truth, to try to the meetings? Tell all Members, Re- quiries in the past you don’t have to get to the bottom of what has hap- publican and Democrat, not to go talk reinvent the wheel. It has only hap- pened. to the press. And then somebody mys- pened three times. And in modern I, frankly, think what we did in Tur- teriously, selectively leaks things to times they have used the exact same key in that Erdogan phone call is as the press that are negative, in many standard. The standard is: Both sides get to damaging to the interests of the United cases disputed by other testimony that call witnesses. That is not going on States of America. And the President was given in secret, so it can’t get out. And so you get one side of the story. right now. talks about the public. The public It was done in public. That is not ought to know. I guess if you are okay with having only one side of a story told, that being done right now. I want any Member of the Congress I It is going on in secret. The press will yield to to tell me what the deal might be your prerogative because you are in the majority, but don’t call that can’t go in. You can’t go in. I can’t go was between Putin and Trump when in, unless they run out with the wit- they met in private and refused to tell fair. It is clearly not fair if only one side gets to tell their story and the ness. anybody. That is not a fair process. Maybe other side doesn’t get to bring their Mr. Trump is great at disclosure. He that is the process that you want to witnesses. says, I have nothing to hide in my tax conduct, but don’t call it fair, because The President who you are accusing returns. I will show my tax returns. it is not. of possibly committing some crime so That was 3 years ago. We have, by law, And, ultimately, it is not going to re- high, high crime and misdemeanors is requested those returns. It has been de- sult in a fair document that is going to the standard, if you are accusing him nied. It has been denied. be determining whether or not a Presi- of that, you can’t lay it out yet, you No openness. No, Mr. and Mrs. Amer- dent of the United States is impeached. ica, this is what my interests are. I am are hoping and looking around for And Members of both sides, 75 per- acting in your interests, not in mine. something, which isn’t the process, by cent of the Members of this body, Re- Doral. He decided that was too much, the way, that has been used in the past. publican and Democrat, are going to be and Republicans criticized him. If you don’t like the results of the asked to cast a vote on something that And, Mr. Speaker, on Turkey we had election, there is an election next year. they can’t even go and determine and a vote in this House. He was really And if you don’t trust the people of find out about. They can’t sit in the angry about that vote. 354 people of this country to make that decision, do hearings. They can’t read the testi- this House said this is wrong, Mr. you really go into a Star Chamber and mony. 230 million Americans are rep- President, this is harmful to our allies. run a Soviet-style set of hearings resented by those Members of Congress You are exposing allies that we asked where only one side gets to tell their who cannot get access to what is going to participate to confront terrorists. side of the story? on in that room. Maybe you can get it You are letting them out perhaps to be Mr. HOYER. Mr. SCALISE, watch your from reading leaked press reports. murdered and slaughtered. 354-to-60. words. Watch your words, Mr. SCALISE. Is that really how you determine We voted on that. You and I both know it has no analogy whether or not to impeach a President We need to deal with the facts. And to what you have just said. You ought of the United States? That is not fair. we are going to find out the facts no to know that. If you don’t know it, you Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman matter how hard the Republicans want ought to sit down with your counsel from Maryland. to pound on the table and talk about and find out about it. That is an allega- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank process and ignore any discussion on tion that is absolutely untrue and very the gentleman for yielding. I hesitate the substance of what is being dis- offensive. to respond because this is a circular closed. Mr. SCALISE. What is the allegation discussion. So, Mr. Speaker, we can conclude that is untrue? Mr. SCALISE and the Republican this colloquy because it is not going to Mr. HOYER. It is very offensive. party, at the behest of Mr. Trump, need come to any end. I understand the gen- Mr. SCALISE. Who can call the wit- to get tougher. They can’t mention the tleman’s perception. I think he is mis- nesses? Just your side. You think it is facts. The facts are known by the tran- representing each time he says that fair that only you can call the wit- script the President sent down here. this is not a fair procedure or that this nesses, and then you want to get the Again, not a transcript, a report of a is not a procedure consistent with the truth? Are you going to get the facts telephone call, the statement of the rules that the Republicans adopted in when you shut out the other side? ambassador, I think, a former U.S. ma- their rules package when they were in When you don’t let the President have rine. the majority. his own legal counsel there, like has al- They don’t want to talk about the So I hope that we can move on, de- ways been done. facts. I get that. So we can go around cide what the facts are, have a com- Mr. HOYER. Mr. SCALISE, I know you and around in circles. mittee recommendation as is the proc- are not a lawyer. Do you have any idea And I will tell you, to have eight ess of this House and then have a vote what a grand jury is? hearings on Benghazi? Don’t give me on the floor of the House, if such is re- Mr. SCALISE. This is not a grand this Trey Gowdy allowed this to hap- quired, and the committees decide that jury. This is the United States House pen and that to happen. It was the moving forward is appropriate under of Representatives. eighth hearing you Republicans had on the facts adduced by those committees. Mr. HOYER. Of course it is. that one subject, eight, and you never Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, if we Mr. SCALISE. If you want to run a got the result you wanted, so you just really are about getting to the facts, to grand jury, go get a jury. kept doing it over and over and over. think that you can suggest it is a fair This is the United States Congress. Getting the same result. We all know process when only one side gets to Voting Members of Congress are being that quote. choose who the witnesses are—again, shut out of the room, Mr. Speaker. There are going to be public hear- the gentleman references Trey Gowdy’s Voting Members of Congress are being ings, Mr. Speaker, but they are going committee. Chairman Gowdy allowed shut out of this process. You want to to be public hearings when the wit- both sides, Republican and Democrat, call that fair? Good luck. But it is not nesses can’t check one another, can’t to bring forward witnesses because he fair. give one story and then parrot the wanted to get the facts. If you really It is a one-sided process to create a other story that was said. wanted to get the facts, would the document with a determined outcome. And Ambassador Sondland, of course. chairman of the committee, literally, It is going to be a tainted document, I don’t know that he was our friend. He

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.113 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8449 was the President’s friend, big contrib- been answered about why those Ameri- want to find an outcome—this isn’t a utor, special envoy to the European cans died. grand jury. This is the United States Union, but apparently doing part-time And all of us should be concerned House of Representatives, and there work in Ukraine along with Mr. about what happened at Benghazi. To are 75 percent in this body who are Giuliani. ridicule the fact that there were eight going to be asked to vote on something The facts are going to come out, Mr. hearings on something so alarming? that they cannot see, they cannot par- Speaker. And they are going to try to Nobody was fishing around, looking— ticipate in, they have absolutely no ac- say, oh, the process. You are going to By the way, we never tried to im- cess to. That is not what this country have public hearings, Mr. SCHIFF has peach the President over anything. All is all about. said so. He said so in his letter. of the things that we disagreed with Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gen- And you are going to have to answer him on, none of those. Even times tleman. the question: Do I believe that the con- when he would sign executive orders Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, the gen- duct that has been pursued by the that circumvented the law, and we tleman keeps misstating the facts and President of the United States, if he would challenge him in the court, and the law and the process. Every Member is going to have ac- were a Democrat, would I believe that we won a number of those court cases, cess to all the documents, all the testi- was right? That is the question you’re but that doesn’t mean it rose to the mony before they are asked to vote on going to have to answer. It is going to level of high crimes and misdemeanors. it, period. be a tough question for your side be- And so we never went down that road. Mr. SCALISE. When? cause the facts almost every day are But maybe some, in some part of a Mr. HOYER. When they have con- mounting up. base, want to see impeachment, no cluded their private sessions, which are So I want to urge my friend, let’s matter what. And some have said that. trying to get at the facts and not hav- conclude this discussion, because I am Some in your own party have said they ing been tainted by some circus. Every- not going to agree with you, and you just want to impeach the President be- body is going to have the right to see are not going to agree with me. cause if they don’t, he will get re- what evidence is adduced. But ultimately the American peo- elected. That has been said by members That is the fear, of course, and I ple—and those 236 million people you of your party. again suggest the gentleman think of talk about, there is not going to be any That is not why you impeach a Presi- this: If he saw these headlines and it indictment, there is not going to be dent, because you think he is going to was a Democratic President and Tur- any impeachment, unless 218 of us in get reelected. The American people key and Russia were deciding what is this body vote. And we are all going to make that determination next year. happening in the Middle East and de- vote. It is not going to be any Star We have had investigation after in- ciding whether they are going to go Chamber. Everybody is going to have vestigation. Again, Mueller alone had after ISIS, our ally, and then this other to vote. 2,800 subpoenas. He had the full author- headline replete with the aid to And then they are going to have to ity to bring charges against the Presi- Ukraine was conditioned on a quid pro answer to their constituents, did I vote dent on collusion, on obstruction. Even quo or they weren’t going to be in the my conscience, or did I vote my poli- the Attorney General said that he had White House, they may not get the $391 tics? the authority to bring charges, but million, he would be outraged. He Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I don’t even if he did have those, he wouldn’t would be on this ceiling. know if the gentleman is asserting that have brought charges on obstruction, Mr. SCALISE. I would if it was true, we will have a vote on impeachment, because there wasn’t obstruction and but it is not. that might be breaking news, but if there wasn’t collusion. But he had full Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, do I still these Members, all of us, are going to authority to bring charges on both have my time? vote on impeachment, shouldn’t we be fronts, and he didn’t. But, again, 222 Mr. SCALISE. You can only read it able to see what goes on? Shouldn’t we months of that meandering witch hunt in the press because of selective leak- be able to have access to the hearings? to try to find something. And it wasn’t ing. And so that is how Members of Shouldn’t we be able to have access to found because it wasn’t there. Congress are supposed to make a deter- the transcripts? Can we now? And then you had the whistleblower, mination on impeachment of the Presi- I would ask the gentleman, would he the so-called whistleblower. Who, if dent, based on selected leaks to the release the transcripts now of these you are worried about who is talking press? Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, the gen- hearings so that Members can start to somebody to try to get their stories tleman wasn’t here during the Clinton preparing? So Members can know what straight, interestingly, the whistle- impeachment with Starr. Starr might they are going to vote on? blower—who, again, was identified to Are you going to keep it in secret as well—— be somebody with a political bias— Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, here is and then drop something on the floor went and met with Chairman SCHIFF’s another headline: ‘‘Democrats Writing after it has been baked and predeter- staff prior to filing the whistleblower More Subpoenas Than Laws.’’ That is a mined what the outcome should be be- complaint. headline. That is what angers people fore Members really have an idea of Yes, somebody did collude. Real in- who want to see their prescription drug what is going on in those rooms that teresting how that happened. Before prices lowered, but they can’t because are being denied entrance to those the whistleblower complaint was filed, of this infatuation with impeachment. rooms right now? It has never hap- they actually sat down with the staff That is what is holding this country pened before in other impeachment in- of the majority leader, Chairman back. That is what is holding this quiries. SCHIFF, and lo and behold, you get a House back from doing the people’s And you can say it is about process. political document that comes out work. It is about history. with allegations, disproven in many Mr. Speaker, I would ask if the gen- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I don’t say cases, but that is where we are. That is tleman has anything else. If not, I that. the basis for starting an impeachment would be ready to yield back. Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, Mr. inquiry. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance HOYER mocked that the process is That is not really an impeachment of my time. tainted, that the process is being run inquiry, because we are not following f like it might be run in the Soviet the same rules that have always been Union, not in the United States of followed under an impeachment in- 150TH BIRTHDAY OF SANTA ANA, America. It has never been done like quiry, but that is the genesis of this, CALIFORNIA that before. and that is where we are. (Mr. CORREA asked and was given And you talk about Trey Gowdy, as if permission to address the House for 1 we were looking around for something b 1930 minute.) to impeach a President on. We weren’t. And if that is what the document is Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise You had four Americans die. There going to ultimately yield, it will be a today in celebration of the city of are a lot of questions that still haven’t tainted document. But I guess if you Santa Ana’s 150th birthday.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:59 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.114 H23OCPT1 H8450 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 My hometown was founded on Octo- Colonel Morris is the epitome of what anon, in support of the 1st Battalion, ber 27, 1869, on just 70 acres of land in the Greatest Generation embodied. He 8th Marine Regiment and the 24th Ma- Orange County; and today, Santa Ana worked five jobs to stay in school dur- rine Amphibious Unit. is the second largest city in Orange ing the Depression and graduated from I vividly remember the evenings we County. Texas A&M with a bachelor’s degree in sat on the roof of the Marine barracks It is home to veterans of World War agriculture. with the American flag flying over our II, the Korean war, the Vietnam war, Working his way through school head. The barrage of small arms gun- and the last few conflicts. didn’t stop him from being an engaged fire and mortar rounds made it very It is also home to the largest His- member of the Aggie community. He clear that we were in harm’s way every panic population, percentagewise, in was senior class president, chaired the day. the country. It is essentially the new committee that set the first require- On this very day 36 years ago, a ter- Ellis Island of the United States. ments for seniors to earn the famous rorist affiliated with Hezbollah and fi- Congratulations to the city of Santa Aggie Ring, and was a member of the nanced by Iran drove a truck bomb Ana on their 150 years. Congratulations track and field team. into the barracks we called home. to their constituents and to the council He also knew what it meant to fight and to the mayor. 241 American servicemen were killed, for a man’s right to live free. He fought 220 of which were my fellow marines. f in the 38th Infantry of the 2nd Infantry 241 sons, brothers, fathers, and friends IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY BEHIND Division in World War II. He went on to never returned home. 241 came in CLOSED DOORS land on Omaha Beach during the inva- peace, and 241 lives were stolen from us sion of Normandy and, with his unit, he by an act of absolute pure evil. (Mr. WRIGHT asked and was given liberated the first city in France. It was the deadliest day for the Ma- permission to address the House for 1 Colonel Morris married his high rine Corps since the Battle of Iwo minute.) school sweetheart, and they were mar- Mr. WRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, my col- Jima. ried for 77 years. leagues on the other side of the aisle Colonel Morris celebrated his 109th It is by the grace of God that I was seem to think it is appropriate to con- birthday this August. When asked able to come home to my wife, Denise, duct an impeachment inquiry behind about the secret to living a long life, who was expecting our first child. My closed doors, shutting out the Amer- Colonel Morris said, ‘‘Do your best.’’ battalion had shipped out 10 days be- ican people. We could improve from adhering to fore the bombing. They have denied Republican Mem- such sage, simple advice. Mr. Speaker, today is not about me. bers of Congress the right to fully par- Colonel Morris, we thank you for People may not recognize the 241 ticipate in the inquiry process but ex- your service and for leading a life wor- names listed here, but they are the pect them to cast a vote to impeach a thy of example. May you rest in peace names of the 241 who answered the call duly elected President of the United now. God bless you, sir. of duty 36 years ago. States without seeing all the facts. In addition to all that, Democrats de- f Today is about those 241 soldiers, nied us the right to vote on a resolu- sailors, and marines who laid down HONORING THE 36TH ANNIVER- their lives to protect our freedoms, and tion to censure Chairman SCHIFF for SARY OF THE 241 MARINES LOST his deception of Americans day in and today is about every veteran who has IN BEIRUT, LEBANON nobly worn the uniform of our Armed day out. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under This morning, I joined dozens of my Forces. the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- colleagues as we stormed into the SCIF On this somber day, I look out at the uary 3, 2019, the gentleman from Indi- demanding transparency, shedding flag flying above the U.S. Capitol and ana (Mr. PENCE) is recognized for 60 light on this corrupt process. Instead of feel the same reverence I felt standing minutes as the designee of the minor- having a conversation, Chairman below the Stars and Stripes on the roof ity leader. SCHIFF abruptly ended the deposition, of the Beirut barracks in 1983. Though taking the witness with him out of the GENERAL LEAVE I will never know exactly why I was room. Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- spared when so many were not, I under- The Speaker of this House is putting imous consent that all Members may stand that our first duty is to remem- her hatred of the President above what have 5 legislative days in which to re- ber and be faithful. is best for her constituents. She is vise and extend their remarks and in- Mr. Speaker, three of my fellow ma- harming the entire Nation by con- clude extraneous materials on the rines, Representatives GALLAGHER, ducting this inquiry in such a manner. topic of my Special Order. CARBAJAL, and MOULTON, joined me to Mr. Speaker, enough is enough. We The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there offer legislation to remember the faith are better than this; our country is bet- objection to the request of the gen- and loyalty of the 241. ter than this; and the American people tleman from Indiana? Fellow marine, Representative There was no objection. certainly deserve better than this. GALLEGO, joined me to offer legislation They deserve better than an impeach- Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, we are here to provide a sliver of justice for the ment inquiry in a secret room based on today to honor the 241 American heroes Gold Star families who lost their loved assertions of a phantom whistleblower. who made the ultimate sacrifice on ones. Our bill, the OORAH Act, passed this very day 36 years ago in Beirut, f both the House and Senate, and for Lebanon. that I am very grateful. TRIBUTE TO COLONEL TOM C. For my family and so many families, ‘‘IKE’’ MORRIS today is deeply emotional. But, Mr. Speaker, there is still work to be done here. Terrorists and those (Mr. ROY asked and was given per- When I enlisted in 1979 as a young who support them financially must be mission to address the House for 1 man, I wanted to serve and be part of held accountable for their terrible ac- minute.) something bigger. That led me to the Mr. ROY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to United States Marine Corps and, like tions. pay tribute to a constituent of the 21st every marine, I took an oath to God, Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleagues Congressional District of Texas. This country, and to the Corps. for participating in this Special Order man was a hero, veteran, and the old- Semper fidelis is not just a slogan or to remember the sacrifice of those who est known graduate of Texas A&M Uni- a creed; it is a way of life that only answered the call of duty to defend our versity, the alma mater of my bride. those who have earned the eagle, globe, freedom in conflicts across the globe. His name was Colonel Tom C. ‘‘Ike’’ and anchor can fully understand. Sem- Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman Morris. per fidelis is part of the very fabric of from Indiana (Mr. BAIRD), my fellow Colonel Morris passed away Sunday every marine, past and present. Hoosier and decorated Vietnam vet- in San Antonio at the age of 109 years I served as a first lieutenant in the eran. old, leaving behind a life and legacy all 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines. In 1983, my Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, I thank the of us can only aspire to someday. battalion was ordered to Beirut, Leb- gentleman for yielding.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:59 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.116 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8451 Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join my Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield to Sergeant Anthony K. Brown from De- colleague in remembering the 36th an- the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. troit niversary of the appalling terrorist at- BERGMAN), my friend, colleague, and Hospital Corpsman 2 Michael H. tack on American troops stationed in fellow marine. Johnson from Detroit Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983. Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Sergeant Michael R. Massman from This horrific attack took the lives of my friend, colleague, and fellow ma- Port Huron 241 U.S. troops and injured countless rine, GREG PENCE, for the honor to Sergeant William H. Pollard from others. This incident marked the high- speak before this body tonight on such Flint est single-day death toll for the United a—you don’t call an occasion like this First Lieutenant William A. Zimmer- States Marine Corps since the Battle of important, but I think we call it rel- man from Grand Haven Iwo Jima. evant. We will never forget. My friend and fellow Hoosier, GREG It is relevant because Marines, for a In the Marines’ Hymn, the third stan- PENCE, was stationed in Beirut just 10 long time, since 1775, have fought to za ends with: ‘‘If the Army and the days before the terrorist attack and defend freedom, and we go to the fight Navy ever look on Heaven’s scenes, lost many fellow marines in the bomb- to win, but we also go to the fight to they will find the streets are guarded ing. help others. by United States Marines.’’ Here with us today, seated in the gal- On Sunday, 23 October 1983, you have I would suggest to you that some of lery, are a few of the Gold Star families heard the story told already, how 220 those marines are on duty today. We who lost their loved ones and family marines, 18 sailors, and 3 soldiers lost honor their service, we honor their sac- members on that fateful day. their lives when a terrorist’s truck rifice, and we honor our country by re- Mr. Speaker, freedom truly is not bomb exploded at a barracks compound membering. God bless you all and Sem- free, and I thank them for their sac- in Beirut, Lebanon. per Fidelis. rifice and pay tribute to the brave serv- The same day, 58 of our French Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I thank my icemembers who paid the ultimate sac- brothers in arms lost their lives in an friends, colleagues, and distinguished rifice to defend and protect the United additional attack by Hezbollah. guests in the gallery for their partici- States of America. In what would be the deadliest day pation in my Special Order. Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield to for the Marine Corps since the battle of As a Beirut veteran, I am deeply the gentlewoman from West Virginia Iwo Jima, seven of the marines and moved by their remarks, and I know (Mrs. MILLER), my friend and col- sailors were Michiganders, including their words will comfort the Gold Star league. Lance Corporal David Bousum of Fife Families across this Nation. Lake, Michigan. Today, on the 36th anniversary of b 1945 I remember that day very vividly. At this horrific attack, and every day, we Mrs. MILLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise the time, I was a KC–130 pilot stationed must strive to ensure that all are re- today to speak in honor of those who at Naval Air Station Glenview, Illinois, membered, and all are honored. We re- lost their lives in the Beirut terrorist flying the KC–130 refuelers. We used to member their loyalty, their selfless- attacks. fly all around the world, in and out of ness, and their courage. We are hum- The men and women of our Armed the Middle East doing our mission. bled by their tremendous sacrifice. Forces are true American heroes. They Five days after the bombing was the We must hold them closely in our demonstrate bravery, courage, and an annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball for hearts and hometowns. We must live in unmatched sense of duty to us all. our unit and our greater Chicago ma- gratitude for the precious gift they They fight each day to preserve our rines. And that year, we had as our have given to us here today. great Nation and defend us from en- guest of honor then-Major General Al Most of all, we must uphold our emies we can and cannot see. Gray, commander of the 2nd Marine Di- promise to honor our fallen. We must Our veterans have fought for our vision, who a couple years after that remain always faithful. independence and liberty countless became the commandant of the Marine Mr. Speaker, I will always remain times throughout our history. They Corps. faithful. God bless America, and Sem- have fought off tyranny to defend free- The Marines are full of tradition and per Fi. dom around the world. They have de- pageantry. And I will tell you what, Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance fended the innocent who cannot defend the only thing we do more than cele- of my time. themselves. They have worked to pre- brate, is grieve. And of the roughly 50 Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, in the morning serve peace for all. Because of them, we years of birthday balls that I have at- of October 22, 1983, a suicide bomber drove are here in this Chamber today. And tended, that one was heavy with grief. a truck full of explosives into a Marine com- because of them, our Star-Spangled We had lost our brothers through a hei- pound in Beirut, Lebanon, killing 241 U.S. Banner waves proudly above. nous act, and a cowardly act. It took us service members. This was the deadliest at- This is what the valiant men and a while to get over it at that time, but, tack against our U.S. Marines since Iwo Jima. women were doing in Beirut in 1983. in the end, you really never get over it. These Marines were stationed in Beirut to They were part of an important peace- All you do is set your course for the fu- assist with the Palestinian withdrawal during keeping mission when Lebanon was ture fight to make sure that that does the Lebanese civil war—they were protecting facing a violent civil war. not happen again. those who were being persecuted and fought In a single moment, 220 marines, 18 The loss of life will always have an to keep peace in the area. sailors, and 3 soldiers lost their lives, impact on our entire armed services There is a memorial at Camp Lejeune for and 128 Americans were wounded. community and our Nation. Our mis- those who lost their lives that day and it reads, Two hundred and forty-one Ameri- sion, as the Marine Corps, is to be the ‘‘They came in Peace.’’ I do not think I could cans gave their lives that day. This was most ready when the Nation is least say it any better. Our service men and women the largest number of casualties lost in ready, and we will always be that, go overseas to ensure war does not reach our one day since the Tet Offensive in the whether it be in the 1770s or in the shores. They selflessly put aside their fears, Vietnam war. This event is one of the 2070s and beyond. and without hesitation say bravely, ‘‘I will darkest in our history. Today, we honor the fallen, we honor serve, send me.’’ As a wife, a mother, and a grand- their lives, their legacies, and their Some may know that my dear friend, Con- mother, I cannot imagine the pain 241 families. gressman GREG PENCE, was serving that day families have endured since that fate- We will never forget the sacrifices in Beirut. I am thankful that my friend’s life ful day 36 years ago. made by Michigan’s own that day. We was spared on that day. Today, I would like to honor those lost the following warriors, marines, For those who perished that day we will who made the ultimate sacrifice in Bei- and sailors: never forget your ultimate sacrifice to your rut, for their fearless service and for Lance Corporal David Bousum from country. Of those who passed away, eight working toward the more peaceful Fife Lake were from Texas: world that we all want. They will never Lance Corporal Johansen Banks from Leland E. Gann, Matilde Hernandez Jr. and be forgotten. Detroit Timothy R McMahon from Austin; Rodolfo

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.118 H23OCPT1 H8452 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 Hernandez from El Paso; Michael S. Fulton in them. He had received the Bronze remaining enemy within the position. from Ft. Worth; Marcus E. Coleman from Dal- Star and the Purple Heart, among This attack was successful, and the las; Johnnie D. Caesar from El Campo; and other decorations. enemy were driven from the position David W. Brown from Conroe. But Lydean remained curious about with heavy losses. We must never forget this day and those that entry in his diary, and what ‘‘Technician Felt’s prompt, heroic ac- who were murdered because of what the free- seemed to be a confusing note on one tions in voluntarily attacking the doms they believed in so fiercely they were Army form that suggested there might enemy single-handedly were an inspira- willing to put their life on line. be something more, though there was tion to his comrades and reflect the f no official record of it. Now, Lydean, highest traditions of the United States who has all of the timidity of a heat- Army. By command of General Mac- TRIBUTE TO LEON G. FELT seeking missile, wouldn’t give up. She Arthur.’’ The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under wrote the National Personnel and Long ago, soldiers coined the term the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- Record Center of the National Ar- ‘‘snafu’’ to describe the military bu- uary 3, 2019, the Chair recognizes the chives. The Archives could find no reaucracy. It is an acronym that, gentleman from California (Mr. record of other medals, including the roughly translated, means, ‘‘Situation MCCLINTOCK) for 30 minutes. Silver Star. A fire in 1973, they feared, Normal—All Fouled Up.’’ Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would have destroyed any record if he Well, in a terrible snafu, the medal rise tonight to tell a remarkable story had. But Lydean persisted. was never given to Technician Felt. He of the unacknowledged patriotism and The archives kept digging, and then was never told of how grateful his heroism of a 23-year-old Army scout, they stumbled upon a curious thing: a country was for the sacrifices he made, who, on December 3, 1944, was im- collection of citations of the most he- for the bravery that saved the soldiers mersed in the horror and peril of some roic deeds of World War II. In it, they in his unit, and for the exemplary her- of the worst of the fighting in the found the citation for Leon G. Felt and oism and leadership that turned the bloody nightmare of the Philippines what he did that December day in 1944. tide of battle. campaign. At Mount Cabunganan, They were right about one thing: he His family arranged to surprise him Technician 5th Class Leon G. Felt he- was never awarded the Silver Star. with this long-overdue presentation roically engaged the enemy. On February 12, 1945, as he lay recov- about 3 weeks ago on October 5. This His family keeps the steel helmet he ering from his wounds in an Army hos- was the Saturday before his 98th birth- wore that day. The back half of that pital, Leon Felt had been awarded the day. They gathered from across the helmet is riddled with shrapnel holes Nation’s second highest honor, the Dis- country. They decorated the house and from the inside out. A grenade ex- tinguished Service Cross, revered more made a cake. ploded beneath him, and the deadly than any other medal, but the Medal of I have never been more honored or shrapnel blew up his left side, blowing Honor itself. But somewhere along the more moved than to have been asked to off his helmet from below with enough way, probably because of a clerical fulfill that long-overdue presentation force to pierce it. error, his service record was never up- that General MacArthur had ordered so Now, Leon never talked much about dated, and word never reached him. long ago. what happened that day. The war Now, here are the words that were On my way to meet this gentle giant, ended, and he came home after months supposed to have been spoken as he re- as his family called him, I received in Army hospitals dealing with his ceived our Nation’s second highest word that Leon Felt had passed away grave injuries. The only thing his fam- military honor: in the early hours of that morning, sur- ily really knew, years later, was a brief ‘‘Technician Fifth Grade Leon G. rounded by his loving family. But they entry in his journal. It said, ‘‘Lieuten- Felt, Serial Number 39902244, Cavalry, were still gathered at the house, in ant Hanna told me he put me in for a United States Army. For extraordinary grief now as well as pride, and so I Silver Star for what I did in the at- heroism against the enemy at Mount made the presentation posthumously tack,’’ but nothing came of it. Cabunganan, Leyte, Philippine Islands, to his widow, an extraordinary woman His wife told me that the Army’s on 3 December 1944. in her own right. final orders to Leon and his comrades ‘‘Advancing through very rugged ter- There is some consolation in this were: go home, get a job, look after rain, his troop encountered the enemy story. As his health began slipping in your families. Well, that is exactly entrenched in a strong position astride the days before he died, his family told what Leon Felt did. He joined the a narrow ridge. The enemy were well him that he had been awarded the Na- Southern Pacific Railroad, ultimately dug in, their rifle pits being concealed tion’s second-highest military honor retiring as a shop foreman. He became with top coverings of brush and grass. and that he was about to receive it at deeply involved in his church. He mar- During an attack by our troops, the ad- his birthday celebration. ried Lois Wade, his wife of 32 years, vance of the right platoon was tempo- Mrs. Felt told me that his face until she died in 1976. He then married rarily diverted by heavy enemy fire, brightened up, and he said, ‘‘So, I real- Nola Pulsipher, who survives him after but upon receiving reinforcing fire ly am your hero.’’ And his wife replied, 42 years of marriage. He raised eight from the left platoon, the intensity of ‘‘That is what I have been telling you children and today has 41 grand- the enemy fire slackened. Seizing this all these years.’’ children, 110 great-grandchildren with opportunity, Technician Felt, a scout The tragedy is that this honor should three more on the way, and seven for his platoon, voluntarily rushed the have followed Leon Felt throughout his great-great-grandchildren. nearest enemy rifle pit, and grasping life, as Shakespeare said, to ‘‘remem- The war never left him. Nola says she the top cover, stripped it off, exposing ber, with advantage, what feats he did would often rescue him from his fre- three occupants whom he killed. Con- that day.’’ He should have been feasted quent nightmares, and all he could say tinuing his advance, he reached and un- and feted, and thanked every day of his through his tears was, ‘‘It’s either kill covered a second pit and killed three life, as this honor spoke of his coura- or be killed.’’ His children only knew more enemy. He then advanced toward geous deeds. that he was in the thick of the war, a third pit but was struck and wounded Instead of feeling guilt, he should that he had come home wounded, and by the fragments from an exploding have felt pride. For every nightmare he that those days in the Philippines still hand grenade. suffered alone, he should have enjoyed haunted him. the gratitude of his fellow citizens. In- In recent years, Leon’s family began b 2000 stead, Technician Leon Felt, a recipi- looking into his service record. Having ‘‘Despite his wound and the warning ent of the Distinguished Service Cross read his journal, his daughter, Lydean, shouts of his comrades, he continued to that he never received, did what he was began searching for what he did that push his attack, and reaching the fox- told, quietly went home, got a job, and day that would have rated a rec- hole, killed its two occupants. Unable looked after his family. ommendation for the Silver Star. They to advance farther because of his His memorial service will be held in had ordered copies of his medals, but wounds, he from his advanced position Dixon, California, tomorrow, and he there was no mention of a Silver Star directed the attack of his platoon upon will be buried with full military honors

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.039 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8453 at the Sacramento Valley National us what we owe heroes like him for the Leon Gustave Felt, United States Cemetery. He will take to his grave sacrifices often unrecognized and unre- Army, recipient of the Distinguished pieces of shrapnel from the injuries he quited that they have made, to answer Service Cross. sustained at Mount Cabunganan. He James Michener’s haunting question: Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance will also take the Distinguished Serv- ‘‘Where do we get such men?’’—and of my time. ice Cross that he was supposed to have also to place in the RECORD in these f been awarded 74 years ago. hallowed Halls an apology, really, for a I want to say to his family on behalf 74-year-old clerical mistake, a snafu ADJOURNMENT of our country that this long-missing that prevented him from knowing in medal now attests that the American Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I life the gratitude and respect that our people finally know what the Felt fam- move that the House do now adjourn. Nation can now express only after his ily has known all along, that he really The motion was agreed to; accord- death. was and is our Nation’s hero, too. ingly (at 8 o’clock and 6 minutes p.m.), Mr. Speaker, I wanted to tell this Mr. Speaker, I ask that the House ob- under its previous order, the House ad- story tonight, not for Leon Felt’s sake, serve a moment of silence to honor the journed until tomorrow, Thursday, Oc- but for our country’s sake, to hremind memory of Technician Fifth Grade tober 24, 2019, at 9 a.m. EXPENDITURE REPORTS CONCERNING OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL Reports concerning the foreign currencies and U.S. dollars utilized for Official Foreign Travel during the second and third quarters of 2019, pursuant to Public Law 95–384, are as follows:

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, DELEGATION TO FRANCE, EXPENDED BETWEEN SEPT. 4 AND SEPT. 8, 2019

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

Hon. Nancy Pelosi ...... 9/5 9/8 France ...... 2,418.00 ...... (3) ...... 2,418.00 Wyndee Parker ...... 9/5 9/8 France ...... 1,526.00 ...... 1,034.50 ...... 2,560.50 Terri McCullough ...... 9/5 9 /8 France ...... 1,526.00 ...... 1,034.50 ...... 2,560.50 Kate Knudson ...... 9/5 9/8 France ...... 1,526.00 ...... 1,034.50 ...... 2,560.50 Dr. Brian Monahan ...... 9/5 9/8 France ...... 1,526.00 ...... (3) ...... 2,560.50 Committee total ...... 8,522.00 ...... 3,103.50 ...... 11,625.50 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. 3 Military air transportation. HON. NANCY PELOSI, Oct. 7, 2019.

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND SEPT. 30, 2019

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

HOUSE COMMITTEES Please Note: If there were no expenditures during the calendar quarter noted above, please check the box at right to so indicate and return. ◊ 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. HON. JERROLD NADLER, Oct. 15, 2019.

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND SEPT. 30, 2019

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

Hon. Amata Radewagen ...... 6/28 6/30 Switzerland ...... 1,151.03 ...... 493.74 ...... 1,644.77 6/30 7/4 Israel ...... 2,106.00 ...... 967.46 ...... 3,073.46 7 /4 7 /6 Qatar ...... 769.05 ...... 206.65 ...... 975.70 7 /6 7 /7 Cyprus ...... 585.11 ...... 591.01 ...... 1,176.12 7 /7 7 /7 Greece ...... 257.00 ...... 39.20 ...... 296.20 Sarah Lim ...... 8/15 8/29 Switzerland ...... 4,332.91 ...... 2,462.13 ...... 6,795.04 Kenneth Degenfelder ...... 7/26 7/31 Micronesia ...... 328.00 ...... 2,750.09 ...... 3,078.09 Brian Modeste ...... 7/26 7/31 Micronesia ...... 328.00 ...... 2,450.09 ...... 2,778.09 Committee total ...... 9,857.10 ...... 7,662.31 ...... 2,298.06 ...... 19,817.47 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. HON. RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA, Oct. 11, 2019.

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, COMMITTEE ON RULES, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND SEPT. 30, 2019

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

HOUSE COMMITTEES Please Note: If there were no expenditures during the calendar quarter noted above, please check the box at right to so indicate and return. ◊ 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN, Oct. 8, 2019.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 8634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC7.121 H23OCPT1 H8454 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, COMMITTEE ON SMALL BUSINESS, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND SEPT. 30, 2019

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

HOUSE COMMITTEES Please Note: If there were no expenditures during the calendar quarter noted above, please check the box at right to so indicate and return. ◊ 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. HON. NYDIA M. VELA´ZQUEZ, Oct. 8, 2019.

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, JOINT COMMITTEE ON TAXATION, EXPENDED BETWEEN APRIL 1 AND JUNE 30, 2019

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

HOUSE COMMITTEES Please Note: If there were no expenditures during the calendar quarter noted above, please check the box at right to so indicate and return. ◊ 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. HON. RICHARD E. NEAL, Oct. 3, 2019.

REPORT OF EXPENDITURES FOR OFFICIAL FOREIGN TRAVEL, JOINT COMMITTEE ON TAXATION, EXPENDED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND SEPT. 30, 2019

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

HOUSE COMMITTEES Please Note: If there were no expenditures during the calendar quarter noted above, please check the box at right to so indicate and return. ◊ 1 Per diem constitutes lodging and meals. 2 If foreign currency is used, enter U.S. dollar equivalent; if U.S. currency is used, enter amount expended. h HON. RICHARD E. NEAL, Oct. 3, 2019.

EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Regulations; Consistency Update for Vir- sions to Implement the Revocation of the ETC. ginia [EPA-R03-OAR-2011-0140; FRL-9999-40- 1997 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Region 3] October 18, 2019, pursuant to 5 Standards Final Rule [EPA-R03-OAR-2017- Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 0382; FRL-10001-45-Region 3] received October communications were taken from the 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on En- 18, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Speaker’s table and referred as follows: ergy and Commerce. Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to 2734. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 2739. A letter from the Director, Regu- the Committee on Energy and Commerce. ment of Defense, transmitting a letter stat- latory Management Division, Environmental 2743. A letter from the Director, Regu- ing that the last grade Major General Lee K. Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- latory Management Division, Environmental Levy II, United States Air Force, served sat- cy’s final rule — National Emission Stand- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- isfactorily, before retirement, was major ards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Clay cy’s final rule — Approval of Air Quality Im- general, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 1370(c)(1); Pub- Ceramics Manufacturing [EPA-HQ-OAR-2013- plementation Plans; Ohio and West Virginia; lic Law 96-513, Sec. 112 (as amended by Public 0290; FRL-10001-21-OAR] (RIN: 2060-AT25] re- Attainment Plans for the Steubenville, Ohio- Law 104-106, Sec. 502(b)); (110 Stat. 293); to ceived October 18, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. West Virginia 2010 Sulfur Dioxide Nonattain- the Committee on Armed Services. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 ment Area [EPA-R03-OAR-2019-0044; EPA- 2735. A letter from the General Counsel, Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and R05-OAR-2015-0699; FRL-10001-26-Region 5] re- National Credit Union Administration, Commerce. ceived October 18, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. transmitting the Administration’s final rule 2740. A letter from the Director, Regu- 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 — Federal Credit Union Bylaws (RIN: 3313- latory Management Division, Environmental Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and AE86) received October 22, 2019, pursuant to 5 Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- Commerce. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. cy’s final rule — Air Plan Approval; Arkan- 2744. A letter from the Director, Regu- 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Fi- sas; Interstate Transport Requirements for latory Management Division, Environmental nancial Services. the 2010 1-Hour SO2 NAAQS [EPA-R06-OAR- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 2736. A letter from the General Counsel, 2019-0438; FRL-10000-92-Region 6] received Oc- cy’s withdrawal of direct final rule — Air National Credit Union Administration, tober 18, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Plan Approval: ID; Update to CRB Fee Bill- transmitting the Administration’s final rule 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 ing Procedures [EPA-R10-OAR-2019-0403; — Supervisory Committee Audits and Stat. 868); to the Committee on Energy and FRL-10001-24-Region 10] received October 18, Verifications (RIN: 3133-AE91) received Octo- Commerce. 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public ber 22, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); 2741. A letter from the Director, Regu- Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to latory Management Division, Environmental Committee on Energy and Commerce. the Committee on Financial Services. Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 2745. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 2737. A letter from the Secretary, Securi- cy’s final rule — Approval and Promulgation for Export Administration, Bureau of Indus- ties and Exchange Commission, transmitting Air Quality Implementation Plans; Pennsyl- try and Security, Department of Commerce, the Commission’s Major final rule — Revi- vania; Philadelphia County Reasonably transmitting the Department’s final rule — sions to Prohibitions and Restrictions on Available Control Technology for the 2008 Addition of Certain Entities to the Entity Proprietary Trading and Certain Interests Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Stand- List [Docket No.: 190925-0044] (RIN: 0694- in, and Relationships With, Hedge Funds and ard [EPA-R03-OAR-2019-0082; FRL-10001-46- AH68) received October 22, 2019, pursuant to Private Equity Funds [Release No.: BHCA-7; Region 3] received October 18, 2019, pursuant 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. File no.: S7-14-18] (RIN: 3235-AM10) received to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on For- October 22, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on eign Affairs. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Energy and Commerce. 2746. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- Stat. 868); to the Committee on Financial 2742. A letter from the Director, Regu- fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- Services. latory Management Division, Environmental tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- 2738. A letter from the Director, Regu- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- latory Management Division, Environmental cy’s final rule — Approval and Promulgation porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Vir- nomic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Hook- cy’s final rule — Outer Continental Shelf Air ginia; Correction Due to Vacatur of Revi- and-Line Catcher/Processors in the Central

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC7.012 H23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H8455 Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS By Mr. CORREA (for himself, Mrs. [Docket No.: 170816769-8162-02] (RIN: 0648- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public NAPOLITANO, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. COSTA, XG869) received October 21, 2019, pursuant to Ms. SA´ NCHEZ, Ms. OCASIO-CORTEZ, Ms. 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. bills and resolutions of the following GARCIA of Texas, Ms. HAALAND, Ms. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Nat- titles were introduced and severally re- ROYBAL-ALLARD, Mr. HUFFMAN, Ms. ural Resources. ferred, as follows: NORTON, Ms. JUDY CHU of California, 2747. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- By Mr. RYAN (for himself, Ms. UNDER- Ms. ESCOBAR, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- WOOD, Mr. GONZALEZ of Ohio, and Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- STIVERS): BARRAGA´ N, Mr. CISNEROS, Mr. SMITH tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- H.R. 4801. A bill to amend the Public of Washington, Mr. ROUDA, Ms. POR- porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- Health Service Act to reauthorize the TER, Mr. KHANNA, Mr. FOSTER, Mr. nomic Zone Off Alaska; Reallocation of Pa- Healthy Start program; to the Committee on CA´ RDENAS, Ms. LEE of California, Ms. cific Cod in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Is- Energy and Commerce. ESHOO, Mr. SOTO, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, lands Management Area [Docket No.: By Mr. WILSON of South Carolina (for Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN, Ms. SCHA- 170817779-8161-02] (RIN: 0648-XG591) received himself and Mr. DEUTCH): KOWSKY, Mr. TAKANO, Mrs. TRAHAN, October 21, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. H.R. 4802. A bill to amend the State De- Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois, 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 partment Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to au- Ms. TITUS, and Mr. ESPAILLAT): Stat. 868); to the Committee on Natural Re- thorize rewards under the Department of H.R. 4809. A bill to require the White House sources. State’s rewards program relating to informa- and each agency to provide an official 2748. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- tion regarding individuals or entities en- website in the five most commonly used lan- fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- gaged in activities in contravention of guages in the United States other than tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- United States or United Nations sanctions, English as determined by the Census data tion, transmitting the Administration’s tem- and for other purposes; to the Committee on and any other languages determined to be porary rule — Fisheries of the Exclusive Eco- Foreign Affairs. appropriate by the Director of the Office of nomic Zone Off Alaska; Alaska Plaice in the By Mr. NADLER (for himself, Mr. COL- Management and Budget, and for other pur- Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Manage- LINS of Georgia, Mr. SMITH of Wash- poses; to the Committee on Oversight and ment Area [Docket No.: 170817779-8161-02] ington, Mr. THORNBERRY, Ms. LOF- Reform. (RIN: 0648-XF292) received October 21, 2019, GREN, Mr. BUCK, Mr. TED LIEU of By Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois (for pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law California, and Mr. GALLEGO): himself, Mr. VAN DREW, Mr. BUCSHON, 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- H.R. 4803. A bill to facilitate the automatic Mr. SHIMKUS, and Mr. LATTA): H.R. 4810. A bill to facilitate responsible, mittee on Natural Resources. acquisition of citizenship for lawful perma- nent resident children of military and Fed- informed dispensing of controlled substances 2749. A letter from the Director, Office of and other prescribed medications, and for Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- eral Government personnel residing abroad, and for other purposes; to the Committee on other purposes; to the Committee on Energy anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- and Commerce. mitting the Administration’s temporary rule the Judiciary. By Ms. JACKSON LEE (for herself, Mr. By Mr. BIGGS: — Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone H.R. 4811. A bill to amend title XXVII of TED LIEU of California, and Mr. KING Off Alaska; Pacific Ocean Perch in the Ber- the Public Health Service Act to provide for ing Sea Subarea of the Bering Sea and Aleu- of New York): H.R. 4804. A bill to amend the Endangered a definition of short-term limited duration tian Islands Management Area [Docket No.: Species Act of 1973 to prohibit the taking for insurance, and for other purposes; to the 180713633-9174-02] (RIN: 0648-XY039) received a trophy of any endangered or threatened Committee on Energy and Commerce. October 21, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. species of fish or wildlife in the United By Mr. GRIFFITH: 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 H.R. 4812. A bill to amend the Controlled States and the importation of endangered Stat. 868); to the Committee on Natural Re- Substances Act to provide for the modifica- and threatened species trophies into the sources. tion, transfer, and termination of a registra- United States, and for other purposes; to the 2750. A letter from the Attorney — Advisor, tion to manufacture, distribute, or dispense Committee on Natural Resources. U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland controlled substances or list I chemicals, and By Mr. KIM (for himself, Mr. Security, transmitting the Department’s for other purposes; to the Committee on En- BURCHETT, and Ms. KENDRA S. HORN temporary final rule — Special Local Regu- ergy and Commerce, and in addition to the of Oklahoma): Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to lation; Gulf of Mexico, Fort Myers Beach, FL H.R. 4805. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- be subsequently determined by the Speaker, [Docket Number: USCG-2019-0602] (RIN: 1625- enue Code of 1986 to provide an exclusion in each case for consideration of such provi- AA08] received October 22, 2019, pursuant to from gross income for interest on certain 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the small business loans; to the Committee on committee concerned. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Ways and Means. Transportation and Infrastructure. By Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois: By Mr. LATTA: H.R. 4813. A bill to prohibit large platform 2751. A letter from the Attorney-Advisor, H.R. 4806. A bill to amend the Controlled Office of Regulations and Administrative utilities from being a financial institution or Substances Act to authorize the debarment being affiliated with a person that is a finan- Law, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of of certain registrants, and for other pur- Homeland Security, transmitting the De- cial institution, and for other purposes; to poses; to the Committee on Energy and Com- the Committee on Financial Services, and in partment’s temporary rule — Safety Zone merce, and in addition to the Committee on for Fireworks Display; Patapsco River, Inner addition to the Committee on Agriculture, the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- for a period to be subsequently determined Harbor, Baltimore, MD [Docket Number: quently determined by the Speaker, in each USCG-2019-0571] (RIN: 1625-AA00) received by the Speaker, in each case for consider- case for consideration of such provisions as ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- October 22, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. fall within the jurisdiction of the committee 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 risdiction of the committee concerned. concerned. By Ms. MATSUI (for herself and Mr. Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- By Ms. PINGREE (for herself, Mr. tation and Infrastructure. JOHNSON of Ohio): MCKINLEY, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, H.R. 4814. A bill to improve reporting of 2752. A letter from the Attorney-Advisor, and Miss RICE of New York): the distribution of controlled substances, Office of Regulations and Administrative H.R. 4807. A bill to amend title 10, United and for other purposes; to the Committee on Law, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of States Code, to provide for the award of a Energy and Commerce, and in addition to Homeland Security, transmitting the De- military service medal to members of the the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period partment’s temporary final rule — Safety Armed Forces who served honorably during to be subsequently determined by the Speak- Zone; Manasquan Inlet, Manasquan, NJ the Cold War, and for other purposes; to the er, in each case for consideration of such pro- [Docket No.: USCG-2019-0799] (RIN: 1625- Committee on Armed Services. visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the AA00) received October 22, 2019, pursuant to By Mr. CLYBURN: committee concerned. 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. H.R. 4808. A bill to require Community De- By Mr. AGUILAR: 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on velopment Block Grant and Surface Trans- H.R. 4815. A bill to provide for joint reports Transportation and Infrastructure. portation Block Grant recipients to develop by relevant Federal agencies to Congress re- 2753. A letter from the Alternate OSD a strategy to support inclusive zoning poli- garding incidents of terrorism, and for other FRLO, Office of the Secretary, Department cies, to allow for a credit to support housing purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Se- of Defense, transmitting the Department’s affordability, and for other purposes; to the curity. direct final rule — Voluntary State Tax Committee on Ways and Means, and in addi- By Mrs. AXNE: Withholding From Retired Pay [Docket ID: tion to the Committees on Financial Serv- H.R. 4816. A bill to amend the Commodity DOD-2019-OS-0012] (RIN:0790-AK19) received ices, and Transportation and Infrastructure, Exchange Act to modify provisions relating October 21, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. for a period to be subsequently determined to whistleblower incentives and protection, 801(a)(1)(A); Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 by the Speaker, in each case for consider- and for other purposes; to the Committee on Stat. 868); jointly to the Committees on ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- Agriculture, and in addition to the Com- Armed Services and Ways and Means. risdiction of the committee concerned. mittee on Oversight and Reform, for a period

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to be subsequently determined by the Speak- fornia, Ms. MOORE, Ms. NORTON, Mr. poses; to the Committee on Natural Re- er, in each case for consideration of such pro- CA´ RDENAS, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. sources, and in addition to the Committee on visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the ENGEL, and Mr. HASTINGS): Transportation and Infrastructure, for a pe- committee concerned. H.R. 4822. A bill to promote and ensure de- riod to be subsequently determined by the By Mr. BAIRD (for himself, Mr. livery of high-quality special education and Speaker, in each case for consideration of STEUBE, Mr. GOSAR, Mr. THOMPSON of related services to students with visual dis- such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- Pennsylvania, Mr. COOK, Mr. abilities or who are deaf or hard of hearing tion of the committee concerned. MOOLENAAR, Mr. BANKS, Mr. BISHOP or deaf-blind through instructional meth- By Ms. DELBENE (for herself and Mr. of Georgia, Mr. CROW, Mr. WATKINS, odologies meeting their unique learning YOUNG): Mr. CALVERT, Mr. WALTZ, Mr. PENCE, needs, to enhance accountability for the pro- H.R. 4829. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- Mr. CRENSHAW, Mr. ABRAHAM, Mr. vision of such services, and for other pur- enue Code of 1986 to provide that the 50 per- BOST, Mr. MOULTON, Ms. STEVENS, poses; to the Committee on Education and cent limitation on the deduction for meal ex- Mr. MAST, Mr. CASE, Mr. TAYLOR, Mr. Labor. penses does not apply to meals provided on BUCSHON, Mr. CRAWFORD, Mr. By Ms. CLARKE of New York (for her- certain fishing boats or at certain fish proc- RESCHENTHALER, Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. self, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. GRIJALVA, essing facilities; to the Committee on Ways GREEN of Tennessee, Mr. ALLRED, Mrs. DINGELL, Ms. JACKSON LEE, Ms. and Means. Mrs. WALORSKI, Mr. LAMB, Mr. ROSE VELA´ ZQUEZ, Ms. PRESSLEY, Mr. CASE, By Mr. DESAULNIER (for himself and of New York, Mr. GOLDEN, Mrs. Mr. SOTO, Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER, Ms. Mr. CARTER of Georgia): H.R. 4830. A bill to provide payment for pa- BROOKS of Indiana, Mr. BACON, Mr. HAALAND, Ms. MOORE, Ms. SCHA- tient navigator services under title XIX of VISCLOSKY, Mrs. WAGNER, Mrs. LURIA, KOWSKY, Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mrs. KIRK- the Social Security Act, and for other pur- Mrs. HARTZLER, Mrs. MILLER, and Mr. PATRICK, Ms. BARRAGA´ N, Ms. NORTON, poses; to the Committee on Energy and Com- WENSTRUP): Mr. KILDEE, Mr. ESPAILLAT, Mr. H.R. 4817. A bill to direct the Secretary of CLEAVER, Mr. KENNEDY, and Mr. merce. Veterans Affairs to ensure that certain De- WELCH): By Mrs. DINGELL (for herself and Mr. partment of Veterans Affairs medical facili- H.R. 4823. A bill to direct the Adminis- YOUNG): ties have physical locations for the disposal trator of the Federal Emergency Manage- H.R. 4831. A bill to reauthorize and amend of controlled substances medications; to the ment Agency to revise the policy of the the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Agency to address the threats of climate Establishment Act; to the Committee on Natural Resources. By Mr. BARR (for himself, Mr. MURPHY change, to include considerations of climate By Ms. FUDGE (for herself and Mr. of North Carolina, Mr. HAGEDORN, change in the strategic plan of the Agency, KATKO): Mr. MITCHELL, Mr. HUIZENGA, Mr. and for other purposes; to the Committee on H.R. 4832. A bill to amend the Safe Drink- GRAVES of Louisiana, and Mr. SHIM- Transportation and Infrastructure. ing Water Act and the Federal Water Pollu- KUS): By Mr. COHEN (for himself, Ms. SCHA- tion Control Act to establish pilot programs H.R. 4818. A bill to impose sanctions with KOWSKY, Ms. NORTON, Ms. JACKSON to assist low-income households in maintain- respect to the provision of certain vessels for LEE, and Ms. MOORE): the construction of Russian energy export H.R. 4824. A bill to reauthorize the VOW to ing access to sanitation services and drink- pipelines, and for other purposes; to the Hire Heroes Act of 2011, to provide assistance ing water, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addi- to small businesses owned by veterans, and Committee on Transportation and Infra- structure, and in addition to the Committees tion to the Committees on the Judiciary, Fi- for other purposes; to the Committee on Vet- on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and nancial Services, Oversight and Reform, and erans’ Affairs, and in addition to the Com- Means, for a period to be subsequently deter- Ways and Means, for a period to be subse- mittees on Oversight and Reform, Armed mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- quently determined by the Speaker, in each Services, Science, Space, and Technology, sideration of such provisions as fall within case for consideration of such provisions as and the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. fall within the jurisdiction of the committee quently determined by the Speaker, in each By Mr. GOLDEN (for himself and Mr. concerned. case for consideration of such provisions as By Mr. BLUMENAUER (for himself, WRIGHT): fall within the jurisdiction of the committee H.R. 4833. A bill to amend the Older Ameri- Mr. BUCHANAN, Ms. PRESSLEY, Ms. concerned. cans Act of 1965 to establish a grant program SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. By Mr. COLE (for himself, Mr. MULLIN, for multigenerational collaboration; to the GARCI´A of Illinois, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. Mr. KEVIN HERN of Oklahoma, Mr. Committee on Education and Labor. LIPINSKI, and Ms. HAALAND): MCHENRY, Mr. CARTER of Texas, and By Mr. GOTTHEIMER (for himself and H.R. 4819. A bill to amend title 23, United Mr. HUDSON): Mr. PASCRELL): States Code, to allow States to use funding H.R. 4825. A bill to amend title 28, United H.R. 4834. A bill to amend title XVIII of the provided under the surface transportation States Code, to provide for the secure stor- Social Security Act to provide for an excep- block grant program and the congestion age of a licensed firearm possessed by a Fed- tion to the definition of an off-campus out- mitigation and air quality improvement pro- eral judge, and for other purposes; to the patient department of a provider under the gram to develop and implement vision zero Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition Medicare program for certain departments of plans in eligible localities, and for other pur- to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, a provider if such provider was forced to re- poses; to the Committee on Transportation for a period to be subsequently determined locate its campus; to the Committee on En- and Infrastructure. by the Speaker, in each case for consider- ergy and Commerce, and in addition to the By Mr. BRINDISI (for himself, Ms. ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- Committee on Ways and Means, for a period CRAIG, and Mr. KATKO): risdiction of the committee concerned. to be subsequently determined by the Speak- H.R. 4820. A bill to amend the Department By Ms. CRAIG: er, in each case for consideration of such pro- of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to H.R. 4826. A bill to award career pathways visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the provide assistance to manage farmer and innovation grants to local educational agen- committee concerned. rancher stress and for the mental health of cies and consortia of local educational agen- By Mrs. HAYES (for herself and Ms. individuals in rural areas, and for other pur- cies, to provide technical assistance within WILD): poses; to the Committee on Agriculture. the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult H.R. 4835. A bill to provide grants to im- ´ By Mr. CARDENAS (for himself, Mrs. Education to administer the grants and sup- prove trauma support services and mental RADEWAGEN, Ms. GABBARD, Mr. port the local educational agencies with the health care for children and youth in edu- WOMACK, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. CASE, preparation of grant applications and man- cational settings, and for other purposes; to Mr. SABLAN, and Mr. SAN NICOLAS): agement of grant funds, to amend the Higher the Committee on Education and Labor. H.R. 4821. A bill to amend title IV of the Education Act of 1965 to support community By Mr. HORSFORD (for himself, Ms. Personal Responsibility and Work Oppor- college and industry partnerships, and for NORTON, and Ms. KELLY of Illinois): tunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to restore other purposes; to the Committee on Edu- H.R. 4836. A bill to build safer, thriving Medicaid coverage for citizens of the Freely cation and Labor. communities, and save lives by investing in Associated States lawfully residing in the By Mr. CRIST: effective violence reduction initiatives; to United States under the Compacts of Free H.R. 4827. A bill to amend the Older Ameri- the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addi- Association between the Government of the cans Act of 1965 to enhance age-friendly com- tion to the Committee on Energy and Com- United States and the Governments of the munities for older individuals; to the Com- merce, for a period to be subsequently deter- Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic mittee on Education and Labor. mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of By Mr. CUNNINGHAM (for himself, Mr. sideration of such provisions as fall within Palau; to the Committee on Energy and GRAVES of Louisiana, Mr. AUSTIN the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. Commerce. SCOTT of Georgia, Mr. VEASEY, and By Mrs. LEE of Nevada: By Mr. CARTWRIGHT (for himself, Mr. Mrs. DINGELL): H.R. 4837. A bill to prohibit Federal agen- MCKINLEY, Mr. MOULTON, Mr. LUJA´ N, H.R. 4828. A bill to amend the Dingell- cies from using funds for grants related to Mr. PETERS, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Ms. Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with re- the history of wine in countries outside of SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. KING of spect to sport fish restoration and rec- the United States, whether insects are at- New York, Mr. SWALWELL of Cali- reational boating safety, and for other pur- tracted to artificial light, or the levels of

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stress on humans when discussing politics in be subsequently determined by the Speaker, TAKANO, Ms. KUSTER of New Hamp- social situations, and for other purposes; to in each case for consideration of such provi- shire, Mr. STIVERS, Mrs. WATSON the Committee on Oversight and Reform. sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the COLEMAN, Ms. KENDRA S. HORN of By Mr. MCGOVERN (for himself and committee concerned. Oklahoma, and Mrs. WALORSKI): Mr. SMITH of Nebraska): By Mr. SIRES: H. Res. 653. A resolution calling on Con- H.R. 4838. A bill to amend title XVIII of the H.R. 4848. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- gress, schools, and State and local edu- Social Security Act to allow payments under enue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for em- cational agencies to recognize the signifi- the Medicare program for certain items and ployer-provided job training, and for other cant educational implications of dyslexia services furnished by off-campus outpatient purposes; to the Committee on Ways and that must be addressed, and supporting the departments of a provider to be determined Means, and in addition to the Committee on designation of October 2019 as ‘‘National under the prospective payment system for Education and Labor, for a period to be sub- Dyslexia Awareness Month’’; to the Com- hospital outpatient department services, and sequently determined by the Speaker, in mittee on Education and Labor. for other purposes; to the Committee on En- each case for consideration of such provi- ergy and Commerce, and in addition to the sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the f Committee on Ways and Means, for a period committee concerned. to be subsequently determined by the Speak- By Mr. SMITH of Missouri (for himself CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY er, in each case for consideration of such pro- and Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois): STATEMENT visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the H.R. 4849. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of committee concerned. enue Code of 1986 to increase the exclusion the Rules of the House of Representa- By Mr. MEADOWS: for educational assistance programs; to the H.R. 4839. A bill to amend part E of title IV Committee on Ways and Means. tives, the following statements are sub- of the Social Security Act to require States By Ms. SPANBERGER (for herself and mitted regarding the specific powers to provide for the placement of a foster child Mr. REED): granted to Congress in the Constitu- in a cottage home, and to make a child so H.R. 4850. A bill to provide for certain addi- tion to enact the accompanying bill or placed eligible for foster care maintenance tional requirements with respect to patent joint resolution. disclosures; to the Committee on Energy and payments; to the Committee on Ways and By Mr. RYAN: Commerce, and in addition to the Committee Means. H.R. 4801. on the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- By Mr. O’HALLERAN (for himself, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- quently determined by the Speaker, in each GOSAR, Mrs. KIRKPATRICK, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: case for consideration of such provisions as SCHWEIKERT, Mr. STANTON, Mrs. Article 1, Section 8: ‘‘To make all Laws fall within the jurisdiction of the committee LESKO, and Mr. GALLEGO): which shall be necessary and proper for car- H.R. 4840. A bill to modify the boundary of concerned. rying into Execution the foregoing Powers, the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, By Ms. STEFANIK (for herself and Mr. and all other Powers vested by this Constitu- and for other purposes; to the Committee on KELLER): tion in the Government of the United States, Natural Resources. H.R. 4851. A bill to amend the Higher Edu- or in any Department or Officer thereof.’’ By Mr. PHILLIPS: cation Act of 1965 to carry out a State work- By Mr. WILSON of South Carolina: H.R. 4841. A bill to require the prudential force incentive program; to the Committee H.R. 4802. banking regulators to provide annual testi- on Education and Labor. Congress has the power to enact this legis- mony to Congress on their supervision and By Mrs. TORRES of California: lation pursuant to the following: regulation activities, and for other purposes; H.R. 4852. A bill to amend title 38, United Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1. to the Committee on Financial Services. States Code, to require the Secretary of Vet- By Mr. NADLER: By Mr. PHILLIPS (for himself, Ms. erans Affairs to make available to veterans H.R. 4803. CRAIG, Mr. EMMER, Mrs. FLETCHER, certain additional information about post- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. HAGEDORN, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. secondary educational institutions, and for lation pursuant to the following: OLSON, Ms. OMAR, Mr. PETERSON, Mr. other purposes; to the Committee on Vet- Article I, Section 8, clause 4 provides Con- STAUBER, and Mr. YOHO): erans’ Affairs. H.R. 4842. A bill to authorize the Secretary By Mrs. TRAHAN (for herself and Mr. gress with the power to establish a ‘‘uniform rule of Naturalization.’’ of State to provide funds for a United States COMER): pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, and for other H.R. 4853. A bill to amend the Older Ameri- By Ms. JACKSON LEE: purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Af- cans Act of 1965 to eliminate the percentage H.R. 4804. fairs. cap on funding available to carry out the Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. POCAN (for himself, Mr. COURT- program to provide support services to older This bill is enacted pursuant to the power NEY, Ms. NORTON, Ms. LEE of Cali- caregivers; to the Committee on Education granted to Congress under Article I, Section fornia, Ms. WILD, Mrs. WATSON COLE- and Labor. 8, Clauses 3 and 18 of the United States Con- MAN, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. NORCROSS, By Mr. YOHO: stitution. Mr. NADLER, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, H.R. 4854. A bill to amend title II of the So- By Mr. KIM: Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. WILSON of Florida, cial Security Act to update and improve eli- H.R. 4805. Ms. TLAIB, Mr. LEVIN of Michigan, gibility criteria for the Social Security Dis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Ms. MENG, and Mr. TAKANO): ability Program, and for other purposes; to H.R. 4843. A bill to authorize the Susan the Committee on Ways and Means, and in lation pursuant to the following: Harwood Training Grant Program; to the addition to the Committee on Oversight and Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 Committee on Education and Labor. Reform, for a period to be subsequently de- By Mr. LATTA: By Mr. ROONEY of Florida: termined by the Speaker, in each case for H.R. 4806. H.R. 4844. A bill to remove the authorized consideration of such provisions as fall with- Congress has the power to enact this legis- purpose of maintaining water supply for ag- in the jurisdiction of the committee con- lation pursuant to the following: ricultural uses for the project for cerned. Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the United Caloosahatchee River and Lake Okeechobee By Mr. BANKS: States Constitution. drainage areas, Florida; to the Committee on H.J. Res. 78. A joint resolution expressing By Ms. PINGREE: Transportation and Infrastructure. support for freedom of conscience; to the H.R. 4807. By Mr. ROSE of New York: Committee on the Judiciary. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4845. A bill to amend title 36, United By Mr. BLUMENAUER (for himself, lation pursuant to the following: States Code, to grant a Federal charter to Ms. BONAMICI, Mr. WALDEN, Mr. Article I, Section 8 of the United States the National Lighthouse Center and Mu- DEFAZIO, and Mr. SCHRADER): Constitution seum; to the Committee on the Judiciary. H. Con. Res. 69. Concurrent resolution con- By Mr. CLYBURN: By Ms. SCANLON: gratulating the Portland Trail Blazers on H.R. 4808. H.R. 4846. A bill to amend the Older Ameri- the 50th anniversary of their inaugural sea- Congress has the power to enact this legis- cans Act of 1965 to provide priority for the son; to the Committee on Oversight and Re- lation pursuant to the following: senior community service employment pro- form. Article I, Section 8 gram; to the Committee on Education and By Mr. CORREA: By Mr. CORREA: Labor. H. Res. 652. A resolution honoring the city H.R. 4809. By Mr. SHERMAN: of Santa Ana’s 150th anniversary; to the Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4847. A bill to establish a United Committee on Oversight and Reform. lation pursuant to the following: States Global Health Commission and a By Mr. WESTERMAN (for himself, Ms. (1) The U.S. Constitution including Article United States Global Health Attache´ Pro- WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Ms. BROWNLEY 1, Section 8 gram, and for other purposes; to the Com- of California, Mr. MOULTON, Mr. By Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois: mittee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to BUCSHON, Mr. HILL of Arkansas, Mr. H.R. 4810. the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent PALAZZO, Mr. KILMER, Mrs. BEATTY, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Select), and Armed Services, for a period to Mr. SWALWELL of California, Mr. lation pursuant to the following:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:59 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L23OC7.100 H23OCPT1 H8458 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 23, 2019 The Necessary and Proper Clause, Article Article I, Section 8 tion in the government of the United States, I, Section 8 of the United States Constitu- By Mr. COLE: or in any department or officer thereof. tion H.R. 4825. By Mrs. HAYES: By Mr. BIGGS: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4835. H.R. 4811. lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 gives Con- lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: gress the authority to make all needful Article I Section 8 Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitu- Rules and regulations respecting US Terri- By Mr. HORSFORD: tion tory. H.R. 4836. By Mr. GRIFFITH: Article 1 Section 8 of the United States Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4812. Constitution lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Ms. CRAIG: Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 of the Con- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4826. stitution of the United States This bill is enacted pursuant to the power Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mrs. LEE of Nevada: granted to Congress under Article I, Section lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4837. 8 of the United States Constitution. Article 1 Section 8 of the United States Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois: Constitution. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4813. By Mr. CRIST: Article 1, Section 9, Clause 7: ‘‘No Money Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4827. shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- Consequence of Appropriations made by Law; Article I Section 8 Clause 3 lation pursuant to the following: and a regular Statement and Account of the By Ms. MATSUI: The constitutional authority of Congress Receipts and Expenditures of all public H.R. 4814. to enact this legislation is provided by Arti- Money shall be published from time to Congress has the power to enact this legis- cle I, Section 8 of the United States Con- time.’’ lation pursuant to the following: stitution. By Mr. MCGOVERN: Article 1, Section 8 of the US Constitution By Mr. CUNNINGHAM: H.R. 4838. By Mr. AGUILAR: H.R. 4828. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4815. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 lation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 Clause 3: To regulate By Mr. MEADOWS: Article 1, section 8, clause 18 of the United Commerce with foreign Nations, and among H.R. 4839. States Constitution the several States, and with the Indian Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mrs. AXNE: Tribes. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4816. Article 1 Section 8 Clause 1: The Congress Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 states: ‘‘The Congress has the power to enact this legis- shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Congress shall have Power to . . . provide for lation pursuant to the following: Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the . . . the general Welfare of the United States Article 1, Section 8 of the US Constitution Debts and provide for the common Defence . . .’’ By Mr. BAIRD: and general Welfare of the United States; but By Mr. O’HALLERAN: H.R. 4817. all Duties, Imposts and Excises shall be uni- H.R. 4840. Congress has the power to enact this legis- form throughout the United States. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 Clause 18: The Congress lation pursuant to the following: Pursuant to Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3, shall have Power . . . To make all Laws Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 Congress has the authority to regulate for- which shall be necessary and proper for car- By Mr. PHILLIPS: eign and interstate commerce. In addition, rying into Execution the foregoing Powers, H.R. 4841. Congress has the power to make all Laws and all other Powers vested by this Constitu- Congress has the power to enact this legis- necessary and proper to carry out all other tion in the Government of the United States, lation pursuant to the following: of its vested powers pursuant to Article 1, or in any Department or Officer thereof. Under Article I, Section 8 of the Constitu- Section 8, Clause 18. By Ms. DELBENE: tion, Congress has the power ‘‘to make all By Mr. BARR: H.R. 4829. Laws which shall be necessary and proper for H.R. 4818. Congress has the power to enact this legis- carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: ers, and all other Powers vested by this Con- lation pursuant to the following: Article 1 Section 8 stitution in the Government of the United Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution of By Mr. DESAULNIER: States, or any Department or Officer there- the United States H.R. 4830. of’’. By Mr. BLUMENAUER: Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. PHILLIPS: H.R. 4819. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4842. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Article 1, Section 8. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: By Mrs. DINGELL: lation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section VIII, Clause VII H.R. 4831. ARTICLE I, SECTION 8, CLAUSE 18 By Mr. BRINDISI: Congress has the power to enact this legis- ‘‘The Congress shall have Power To . . . H.R. 4820. lation pursuant to the following: make all Laws which shall be necessary and Congress has the power to enact this legis- The Constitutional authority of Congress proper for carrying into Execution the fore- lation pursuant to the following: to enact this legislation is provided by Arti- going Powers, and all other Powers vested by Article I, Section 8 cle I, Section 8 of the United States Con- this Constitution in the Government of the By Mr. CA´ RDENAS: stitution. United States, or in any Department or Offi- H.R. 4821. By Ms. FUDGE: cer thereof.’’ Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4832. By Mr. POCAN: lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4843. Article 1, Section 1. lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- All legislative powers herein granted shall Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 lation pursuant to the following: be vested in a Congress of the United States, The Congress shall have Power * * * To Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitu- which shall consist of a Senate and House of regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, tion. Representatives. and among the several States, and wit the By Mr. ROONEY of Florida: By Mr. CARTWRIGHT: Indian Tribes. H.R. 4844. H.R. 4822. By Mr. GOLDEN: Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4833. lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- Article 1, Section 8 Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the United lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. ROSE of New York: States Constitution Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution of H.R. 4845. By Ms. CLARKE of New York: the United States Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4823. By Mr. GOTTHEIMER: lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4834. Article I, Section 8 lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- ‘‘to make all Laws which shall be nec- Article 1, Section 8. lation pursuant to the following: essary and proper for carrying into Execu- By Mr. COHEN: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18: To make all tion the foregoing Powers, and all other H.R. 4824. laws that shall be necessary and proper for Powers vested by this Constitution in the Congress has the power to enact this legis- carrying into execution the foregoing pow- Government of the United States, or any De- lation pursuant to the following: ers, and all powers vested by this Constitu- partment or Officer thereof’’.

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By Ms. SCANLON: H.R. 451: Ms. JACKSON LEE. H.R. 1869: Mr. SMITH of Washington, Ms. H.R. 4846. H.R. 463: Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. HOULAHAN, and Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 478: Mr. JOYCE of Ohio. H.R. 1882: Ms. SA´ NCHEZ. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 535: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. H.R. 1903: Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois. Article 1 Section 8 H.R. 613: Mr. DELGADO. H.R. 2128: Mr. HUFFMAN. By Mr. SHERMAN: H.R. 625: Mrs. WAGNER. H.R. 2135: Mrs. LURIA. H.R. 4847. H.R. 649: Mr. HASTINGS. H.R. 2146: Mr. RUSH, Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 671: Mr. MEADOWS. DESAULNIER, and Mr. SOTO. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 712: Ms. WILD. H.R. 2147: Mr. GUTHRIE, Ms. SLOTKIN, Mr. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 H.R. 737: Mr. EVANS, Ms. SEWELL of Ala- MCCAUL, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. OLSON, Mr. BISHOP By Mr. SIRES: bama, and Mr. GAETZ. of North Carolina, Mr. RICE of South Caro- H.R. 4848. H.R. 777: Mr. NADLER, Ms. NORTON, and Mr. lina, Ms. CHENEY, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- TAYLOR. MURPHY of North Carolina, Mr. MALINOWSKI, lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 847: Mrs. LURIA. Mr. BURGESS, Mr. ALLEN, and Mr. WENSTRUP. Pursuant to clause 3(d)(1) of rule XIII of H.R. 865: Ms. GABBARD, Mr. CORREA, Mr. H.R. 2179: Mr. BACON. the Rules of the House of Representatives, HASTINGS, Mr. BUTTERFIELD, and Mr. THOMP- H.R. 2191: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. the Committee finds the authority for this SON of California. H.R. 2201: Mr. PETERSON, Mr. LARSEN of legislation in article I, section 8 of the Con- H.R. 884: Ms. TORRES SMALL of New Mex- Washington, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, and Mrs. stitution. ico. AXNE. By Mr. SMITH of Missouri: H.R. 895: Mrs. AXNE. H.R. 2207: Ms. SCANLON and Ms. H.R. 4849. H.R. 921: Mr. VELA. SPANBERGER. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 934: Mr. RASKIN. H.R. 2214: Mr. KIM, Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 935: Mr. TRONE and Ms. DELBENE. CLEAVER, and Mr. MCEACHIN. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1 of the United H.R. 945: Mr. WITTMAN, Mr. STAUBER, and H.R. 2235: Mr. CONNOLLY. States Constitution. Ms. SLOTKIN. H.R. 2256: Mr. SMITH of Washington. By Ms. SPANBERGER: H.R. 960: Mr. DELGADO. H.R. 2258: Ms. SEWELL of Alabama and Mr. H.R. 4850. H.R. 961: Ms. STEVENS and Mr. GOMEZ. BUDD. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 991: Mr. BACON and Mr. MEEKS. H.R. 2279: Ms. SPANBERGER, Mr. KIND, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1002: Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Ms. SMUCKER, and Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 SPANBERGER, Ms. MENG, Mr. BLUMENAUER, H.R. 2282: Mr. PETERS. By Ms. STEFANIK: and Ms. ESCOBAR. H.R. 2311: Mr. NORCROSS. H.R. 4851. H.R. 1007: Miss RICE of New York. H.R. 2349: Mr. TED LIEU of California. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1025: Mr. CRENSHAW, Mr. FITZPATRICK, H.R. 2411: Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. BEYER, and lation pursuant to the following: and Ms. HAALAND. Mr. ROONEY of Florida. Article I, section 8 of the Constitution of H.R. 1078: Ms. TORRES SMALL of New Mex- H.R. 2415: Mr. AGUILAR. the United States ico. H.R. 2420: Mr. MALINOWSKI, Ms. DELBENE, By Mrs. TORRES of California: H.R. 1108: Mr. WESTERMAN, Mr. KEVIN HERN Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky, Mr. H.R. 4852. of Oklahoma, and Mr. RIGGLEMAN. COOPER, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. KILDEE, Mrs. DIN- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1142: Mr. CORREA. GELL, Mrs. AXNE, Ms. KENDRA S. HORN of lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1224: Ms. PORTER, Mrs. AXNE, Ms. Oklahoma, and Mrs. LURIA. According to Article 1: Section 8: Clause KELLY of Illinois, Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Geor- H.R. 2431: Mr. SOTO. 18: of the United States Constitution, seen gia, Mrs. MILLER, Mr. SUOZZI, Ms. H.R. 2435: Ms. SPANBERGER and Mrs. WAT- ´ below, this bill falls within the Constitu- VELAZQUEZ, Mr. KIM, Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. PAS- SON COLEMAN. tional Authority of the United States Con- CRELL, Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Pennsyl- H.R. 2438: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD and Mr. gress. vania, Mr. DELGADO, and Mr. O’HALLERAN. DESAULNIER. Article 1: Section 8: Clause 18: To make all H.R. 1230: Mr. NADLER. H.R. 2442: Mr. CARTWRIGHT and Mr. SUOZZI. ´ Laws which shall be necessary and proper for H.R. 1243: Mr. GARCIA of Illinois. H.R. 2478: Mr. COX of California. carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- H.R. 1309: Mr. FORTENBERRY. H.R. 2487: Mr. STEUBE. H.R. 2521: Mr. WALDEN and Mrs. AXNE. ers, and all other Powers vested by this Con- H.R. 1315: Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. H.R. 2540: Mr. SENSENBRENNER, Mr. POSEY, stitution in the Government of the United H.R. 1341: Mr. STEUBE. and Mr. DAVID P. ROE of Tennessee. States, or in any Department or Officer H.R. 1345: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. H.R. 1379: Mr. JEFFRIES and Mr. STANTON. H.R. 2584: Mr. KILMER, Mr. BOST, and Mr. thereof. H.R. 1380: Mr. HORSFORD, Mrs. BUSTOS, Mr. COLE. By Mrs. TRAHAN: EVANS, Mr. MCEACHIN, Ms. KENDRA S. HORN H.R. 2628: Mr. SPANO. H.R. 4853. of Oklahoma, Mrs. LURIA, Mr. STANTON, Mr. H.R. 2645: Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- CLAY, and Ms. SHERRILL. STEUBE, and Mrs. LURIA. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1394: Mrs. FLETCHER. H.R. 2650: Mr. KUSTOFF of Tennessee. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 H.R. 1407: Ms. SPANBERGER and Mr. STEIL. H.R. 2683: Mr. SIRES. By Mr. YOHO: H.R. 1446: Mr. MEEKS. H.R. 2694: Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois and Ms. H.R. 4854. H.R. 1497: Ms. TLAIB. HILL of California. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1498: Mrs. DEMINGS. H.R. 2734: Mrs. LURIA. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1528: Mrs. MILLER. H.R. 2747: Mrs. AXNE and Mr. CISNEROS. Article 1, Section 8 H.R. 1529: Mr. LIPINSKI. H.R. 2767: Mr. CISNEROS. By Mr. BANKS: H.R. 1570: Mr. BUCSHON, Ms. DAVIDS of Kan- H.R. 2772: Mr. SOTO. H.J. Res. 78. sas, and Mr. VISCLOSKY. H.R. 2802: Ms. SEWELL of Alabama, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1601: Mr. NORMAN. MAST, and Mrs. LURIA. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1636: Ms. BARRAGA´ N. H.R. 2808: Mrs. AXNE. The constitutional authority of Congress H.R. 1643: Mr. SIRES. H.R. 2812: Mr. BISHOP of Georgia and Mr. to enact this legislation is provided by Arti- H.R. 1646: Ms. KENDRA S. HORN of Okla- SUOZZI. cle I, section 8 of the United States Constitu- homa. H.R. 2818: Mr. MCKINLEY and Ms. tion, specifically clause 18 (relating to the H.R. 1652: Mr. SOTO and Ms. GABBARD. FINKENAUER. power to make all laws necessary and proper H.R. 1680: Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana and Mr. H.R. 2825: Ms. WILD and Mr. HILL of Arkan- for carrying out the powers vested in Con- CRAWFORD. sas. gress). H.R. 1692: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. H.R. 2831: Mrs. WAGNER. f H.R. 1695: Mr. STAUBER. H.R. 2913: Mr. SENSENBRENNER. H.R. 1713: Mr. COX of California, Mr. KIL- H.R. 2932: Mr. TAYLOR. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS DEE, Mr. NADLER, Mr. THOMPSON of Cali- H.R. 2986: Mr. KIND. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors fornia, and Mr. O’HALLERAN. H.R. 2989: Mr. CALVERT. H.R. 1717: Mr. VISCLOSKY. H.R. 2990: Mr. BALDERSON, Mr. KELLY of were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 1765: Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mississippi, Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia, tions, as follows: H.R. 1766: Ms. BROWNLEY of California, Mr. and Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. H.R. 51: Mr. COSTA. TURNER, and Miss RICE of New York. H.R. 3038: Mr. CISNEROS and Mr. SWALWELL H.R. 94: Mr. CROW. H.R. 1774: Mrs. WAGNER. of California. H.R. 129: Mr. MULLIN. H.R. 1777: Ms. JACKSON LEE. H.R. 3068: Ms. GABBARD, Mr. MCGOVERN, H.R. 141: Mr. BALDERSON, Mr. NADLER, and H.R. 1794: Mr. KILMER, Mr. RUTHERFORD, Mr. LEVIN of California, Mr. TONKO, Mr. Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois. and Mrs. FLETCHER. POCAN, Mrs. TRAHAN, Mr. PAPPAS, and Mrs. H.R. 144: Mr. RICE of South Carolina. H.R. 1865: Mrs. ROBY and Ms. FRANKEL. LURIA. H.R. 217: Mr. LAHOOD and Mr. MAST. H.R. 1866: Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. H.R. 3073: Mr. SARBANES and Mr. GOLDEN.

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H.R. 3077: Mr. ALLRED, Mr. PRICE of North H.R. 4228: Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of H.R. 4737: Ms. UNDERWOOD. Carolina, Ms. BROWNLEY of California, and New York and Mr. CORREA. H.R. 4739: Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. BUTTERFIELD. H.R. 4230: Mr. VISCLOSKY and Ms. H.R. 4753: Mr. TAYLOR. H.R. 3078: Mr. TIPTON. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. H.R. 4754: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, H.R. 3085: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. H.R. 4237: Mr. WALKER and Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. YOHO, and Mr. SENSENBRENNER. H.R. 3103: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina and H.R. 4269: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 4758: Mr. WITTMAN and Mr. HAGEDORN. Mr. DELGADO. H.R. 4279: Mr. EVANS and Mr. CARTWRIGHT. H.R. 4764: Ms. JACKSON LEE and Mr. BUDD. H.R. 3127: Ms. SPANBERGER, Mr. HOLLINGS- H.R. 4297: Ms. BARRAGA´ N and Mr. GRIJALVA. H.R. 4779: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. WORTH, and Mr. SMUCKER. H.R. 4300: Mr. KEATING. H.R. 4782: Ms. TITUS. ´ H.R. 3128: Mr. TED LIEU of California and H.R. 4303: Mr. WELCH, Mr. GARCIA of Illi- H.R. 4794: Mr. ENGEL, Ms. MENG, and Miss Mr. STEUBE. nois, and Mr. YARMUTH. RICE of New York. H.R. 3129: Mrs. NAPOLITANO. H.R. 4304: Mr. DUNN. H.J. Res. 38: Mr. LEWIS. H.R. 3131: Mr. CURTIS. H.R. 4305: Mr. REED, Mr. SEAN PATRICK H.J. Res. 48: Mr. MALINOWSKI. ALONEY RENSHAW H.R. 3165: Mr. VISCLOSKY. M of New York, Mr. C , Mr. H.J. Res. 67: Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. H.R. 3182: Mr. MCADAMS. NADLER, Mrs. ROBY, Mr. WOMACK, Mr. H. Con. Res. 54: Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. H.R. 3219: Ms. GARCIA of Texas. MCHENRY, Mr. STAUBER, Mr. SMITH of New H. Res. 49: Mr. TED LIEU of California, Mr. H.R. 3222: Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. AGUILAR, and Jersey, Mr. BURGESS, Mr. MITCHELL, Mr. SENSENBRENNER, and Mr. MEEKS. Mrs. DAVIS of California. GOTTHEIMER, Mr. VAN DREW, Mr. NEWHOUSE, H. Res. 230: Mr. WITTMAN. H.R. 3225: Mr. PANETTA, Ms. ROYBAL- Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana, Mr. LUJA´ N, Mr. WAT- H. Res. 255: Mr. COOK, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. ALLARD, and Mr. QUIGLEY. KINS, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. WILSON of South JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. CUELLAR, and Mr. H.R. 3265: Mr. KEATING. Carolina, and Mr. RESCHENTHALER. LATTA. H.R. 3355: Mr. MCGOVERN. H.R. 4319: Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois. H. Res. 296: Mr. DESAULNIER, Mr. H.R. 3373: Mr. HASTINGS. H.R. 4333: Mr. KATKO. LAMALFA, Ms. SCANLON, Mr. THOMPSON of H.R. 3374: Mr. MEEKS and Mr. PAPPAS. H.R. 4334: Mr. KELLER. Mississippi, and Mr. CLAY. H.R. 3463: Mr. BUTTERFIELD. H.R. 4348: Mr. VISCLOSKY and Mr. SUOZZI. H. Res. 410: Mr. SIRES, Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. H.R. 3473: Mr. SMITH of Washington. H.R. 4374: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. KEATING, Ms. TITUS, Mr. BERA, and Ms. WILD. H.R. 3495: Mrs. TRAHAN, Mr. KIND, Mr. H.R. 4386: Mrs. FLETCHER, Mr. COHEN, Mr. H. Res. 515: Mrs. LURIA. PAYNE, Mr. COOK, Mr. KING of Iowa, Ms. WIL- CASE, and Mr. SOTO. RIST OWENTHAL SON of Florida, Mr. CLAY, Mr. JOHNSON of H.R. 4397: Ms. SLOTKIN. H. Res. 520: Mr. C and Mr. L . Ohio, Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of New H.R. 4399: Mr. WENSTRUP. H. Res. 531: Ms. BASS, Mr. PAPPAS, Mr. York, Mr. LUCAS, and Mr. GRAVES of Geor- H.R. 4482: Ms. SLOTKIN. MCGOVERN, and Ms. JACKSON LEE. gia. H.R. 4487: Mr. COX of California and Mr. H. Res. 538: Mr. MITCHELL. H.R. 3502: Mr. WEBSTER of Florida and Mr. GALLAGHER. H. Res. 546: Mr. MEEKS, Mrs. WATSON COLE- MCCAUL. H.R. 4560: Ms. JACKSON LEE. MAN, Mr. KEATING, Mr. TED LIEU of Cali- H.R. 3513: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. H.R. 4584: Mr. GRIJALVA. fornia, Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Ms. WILD, Ms. H.R. 3524: Mr. RUSH. H.R. 4588: Mr. SOTO and Mr. CRENSHAW. BROWNLEY of California, and Mr. BERA. H.R. 3529: Mr. UPTON. H.R. 4589: Mr. STAUBER, Ms. ROYBAL- H. Res. 574: Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. CONNOLLY, H.R. 3559: Mr. PAPPAS. ALLARD, Mr. CRENSHAW, and Mr. PAPPAS. and Mr. COHEN. H.R. 3588: Mrs. WAGNER. H.R. 4615: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD and Mr. H. Res. 620: Mr. CRAWFORD. H.R. 3632: Mrs. TRAHAN, Mr. CRENSHAW, Mr. CARSON of Indiana. H. Res. 633: Mr. GUTHRIE. KIND, and Mr. SMITH of Washington. H.R. 4623: Mr. KENNEDY. H. Res. 636: Ms. UNDERWOOD. H.R. 3665: Mr. CRIST. H.R. 4639: Ms. UNDERWOOD and Mr. TRONE. H. Res. 639: Mr. GROTHMAN, Mr. GUTHRIE, H.R. 3668: Mr. PALLONE. H.R. 4650: Mr. MALINOWSKI. Mr. HARRIS, and Mrs. HARTZLER. H.R. 3708: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. H.R. 4670: Mr. SOTO. H.R. 3760: Mr. GOMEZ, Mrs. CAROLYN B. H.R. 4674: Ms. FRANKEL, Ms. CASTOR of f MALONEY of New York, and Mr. VARGAS. Florida, Mr. HIGGINS of New York, Ms. H.R. 3787: Mr. TAYLOR. HAALAND, Mr. PANETTA, Ms. JUDY CHU of H.R. 3794: Mr. PERLMUTTER. California, Ms. BARRAGA´ N, and Mr. GARCI´A of PETITIONS, ETC. H.R. 3815: Mrs. AXNE. Illinois. Under clause 3 of rule XII, petitions H.R. 3820: Mrs. LURIA. H.R. 4678: Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. and papers were laid on the clerk’s H.R. 3822: Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. H.R. 4686: Mr. SIRES and Mr. STEUBE. desk and referred as follows: H.R. 3870: Mr. REED. H.R. 4691: Ms. CASTOR of Florida. H.R. 3896: Mrs. KIRKPATRICK, Ms. HAALAND, H.R. 4695: Miss RICE of New York, Mr. 56. The SPEAKER presented a petition of Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. CRIST, Mr. VARGAS, and LOWENTHAL, Mr. LUJA´ N, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. the City Council of the City of New York, Mr. SIRES. BASS, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. CLEAVER, Mr. LAN- relative to Resolution No. 1047, calling on H.R. 3934: Mr. WALKER. GEVIN, Mrs. LURIA, and Mr. DESAULNIER. the United States Congress to pass, and the H.R. 3956: Mr. YARMUTH. H.R. 4700: Mr. GUTHRIE, Mr. CARTER of President to sign, legislation that would pro- H.R. 3957: Mr. WELCH. Georgia, Mr. GIANFORTE, Mr. LONG, Mr. SCA- hibit the enactment of the federal rule enti- H.R. 3960: Mr. AGUILAR and Mr. THOMPSON LISE, Mr. BURGESS, Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana, tled, ‘‘Inadmissibility on Public Charge of Mississippi. and Mr. BILIRAKIS. Grounds’’; to the Committee on the Judici- H.R. 3973: Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire H.R. 4701: Mr. GARCI´A of Illinois. ary. and Mr. SERRANO. H.R. 4705: Ms. OMAR. 57. Also, a petition of the Council of the H.R. 4037: Mr. DAVID P. ROE of Tennessee. H.R. 4724: Ms. OCASIO-CORTEZ. City of New York, relative to Resolution No. H.R. 4051: Ms. JACKSON LEE. H.R. 4736: Mr. WALBERG, Mr. CRENSHAW, 866-A, calling on the United States Congress H.R. 4096: Mrs. HAYES. Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. HILL of Arkansas, to re-introduce and pass, and the President H.R. 4098: Mr. YOHO. Mr. KINZINGER, Mr. SMUCKER, Mr. HURD of to sign, the 3-D Firearms Prohibition Act; H.R. 4105: Mr. KIND. Texas, Mr. CONAWAY, Mr. FITZPATRICK, and jointly to the Committees on Energy and H.R. 4162: Mr. WOMACK. Mr. MITCHELL. Commerce and the Judiciary.

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Vol. 165 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2019 No. 168 Senate The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was because of Senator Stevens’ service as our States. I offer these thanks not called to order by the President pro the President pro tempore, a position I only as the majority leader but as the tempore (Mr. GRASSLEY). now hold. senior Senator from Kentucky, which f Senator Stevens was known for his has been hit hard by this epidemic. tireless work on behalf of the State of f PRAYER Alaska and their citizens. He had quite The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- a reputation for reaching across party REMEMBERING TED STEVENS fered the following prayer: lines to get the job done. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, Let us pray. I am honored to attend today’s cere- later today, in the old Senate Chamber, Eternal God, give our lawmakers this mony adding Senator Stevens’ portrait family, friends, and former colleagues day the wisdom to know Your words to the historic walls of the U.S. Cap- of our late colleague, Senator Ted Ste- and obey Your precepts. As they follow itol. vens, will gather for the unveiling of Your leading, may they remember the I yield the floor. the Senator’s leadership portrait. many times You have delivered them I suggest the absence of a quorum. Senator Stevens’ likeness will join in the past. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the storied ranks of the leadership por- Lord, give them the courage to not clerk will call the roll. trait collection—images of majority retreat from life’s battles but to faith- The legislative clerk proceeded to leaders, minority leaders, and Presi- fully keep their hands in Yours. call the roll. dents pro tem, which are proudly dis- Guide us, Great Jehovah. We are pil- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I played around the building. grims in this land. We are weak, but ask unanimous consent that the order Our distinguished predecessors watch You are mighty. Guide us with Your for the quorum call be rescinded. over the corridors they walked, the powerful hand. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without rooms in which they debated, and the In the time of our distress, console us objection, it is so ordered. body they served. with Your merciful presence. f It is fitting that Senator Stevens is We pray in Your Loving Name. being recognized for his service as Amen. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY President pro tem. As we all know, un- LEADER f like the elected party leaders, that is The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- not a job which you can campaign or PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE jority leader is recognized. persuade your way into. The only way The President pro tempore led the f to become President pro tem is to per- Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: suade your home State, over and over, THE FIRST LADY I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the to rehire you, and Ted Stevens was United States of America, and to the Repub- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, about the most dogged advocate for his lic for which it stands, one nation under God, first, I want to acknowledge two nota- home State that anybody could pos- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ble events taking place in the Capitol sibly imagine. He was Alaska’s son and The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. today. Alaska’s champion 24 hours a day and SASSE). The Senator from Iowa. As we speak, the First Lady of the then some. Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I ask United States is just down the hall for I look forward to honoring our unanimous consent to speak as in a special event related to our Nation’s former colleague’s memory this after- morning business. opioid epidemic, marking the progress noon. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that Congress and the administration f objection, it is so ordered. have made in recent years and focusing H.R. 4617 f our efforts on the work still ahead. I will have more to say on the subject Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, on REMEMBERING TED STEVENS tomorrow, which will mark the 1-year another matter, later today, I under- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, later anniversary of President Trump sign- stand the House of Representatives will today, I will attend the portrait unveil- ing our landmark opioid legislation vote on H.R. 4617. This is the latest in- ing of my former colleague and friend, into law. stallment in Speaker PELOSI’s cam- Senator Ted Stevens, who served in the I want to warmly welcome the First paign to expand government’s control Senate from 1968 until 2009. Lady to the Senate this morning and over America’s political speech. This portrait is being added to the thank her for her continued focus on It is a transparent attack on the Senate leadership portrait collection this crisis, which affects so many of First Amendment that has united an

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.000 S23OCPT1 S6052 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 unlikely band of opponents across the private citizens’ names along with hate to cut taxes. But tax reform political spectrum. Everybody from their employers or businesses. In this passed, and the results are clear. It has hardcore conservatives to the ACLU is era of political harassment and online increased Americans’ take-home pay speaking out against this effort to mobs, the implication was clear as day. and helped generate one of the best erode Americans’ constitutional rights. From Twitter posts to partisan mes- economic moments for working fami- The proposal would give the Federal saging bills, House Democrats’ mission lies in a generation. Election Commission unprecedented li- is the same: Chill the exercise of free Since tax reform, 22 States, including cense to track and regulate Americans’ speech. Send a message to Americans my State of Kentucky, have set new political speech on the internet and de- with inconvenient views that speaking record-low unemployment rates. The cide what speech qualifies as political up is more trouble than it is worth. national unemployment rate has set a in the first place. This proposal will not do anything to 50-year low. But, alas, rather than ac- If it were not bad enough on principle stop maligned foreign actors—some- knowledge that the sky hasn’t fallen, to fill more Washington, DC, filing thing that every Member of this body our Democratic friends still want to cabinets with which citizens hold what cares deeply about. As three former undermine tax reform—and listen to beliefs, their bill would also deputize FEC Chairmen recently pointed out, where they have elected to start. Lis- media companies into this effort. They foreign adversaries like Russia are not ten to this. Democrats’ first target is would force publications to keep exces- going to stop their malign operations changing the Tax Code so that working sive records for any advertisement for fear of an FEC fine. Let me say that families across the country have to they accept not only for political cam- again. Adversaries like Russia are not subsidize wealthy people in States like paigns but on any issue of national im- going to stop their malign operations New York, New Jersey, and California. portance. for fear of an FEC fine. Here is the background. As part of When this regulatory burden has ‘‘Campaign-finance law isn’t the tool tax reform, in order to maximize mid- been tried on a smaller scale, it has to prevent foreign meddling. . . . Ad- dle-class relief, the deductibility of frightened media platforms into reject- versaries won’t be scared off by civil State and local tax payments was ing political ads altogether. It is a penalties. . . . This is a job for diplo- capped. Most middle-class taxpayers textbook example of policy designed to matic, national security, and counter- were more than compensated for this reduce the amount of free speech in our intelligence agencies. [This legislation] through other tax cuts, but for some country. Press organizations such as is a needless sacrifice to First Amend- wealthy people who elect to live in the Washington Post and the Balti- ment rights, not a serious effort to se- high-tax States, this represented a par- more Sun have already sued over simi- cure elections.’’ tial increase. lar regulations on First Amendment That is three former Chairmen of the Republicans didn’t think it was fair grounds and won in court. Federal Election Commission. I cer- that middle-class working families in House Democrats want to violate the tainly agree. It was focusing on defense States the Obama economy left behind First Amendment and harm journalists and counterintelligence, not attacking had to subsidize the tax bills of rich in order to give more control to the the First Amendment, that made the people in high-tax States without FEC. That would be the same FEC that 2018 elections go more smoothly than limit. We didn’t eliminate the State Democrats have recently tried to shift the 2016 elections. That is why the hun- and local tax deduction; we just capped from a bipartisan body to a partisan dreds of millions of dollars Congress it for high earners. That cap is what body for the first time in its history. has set aside for State grants have Democrats want to undermine. Their A different part of the House bill re- made a big difference. That needs to re- resolution would help high-tax States— fers to ‘‘legitimate journalistic activi- main our focus as we continue our ef- typically governed by Democrats—cre- ties.’’ I look forward to hearing what forts to avoid repeating the mistakes ate workarounds for their high-earners. Orwellian commission or process House of 2016. Let’s be clear about what would hap- Democrats may have in mind for deter- House Democrats have achieved pen if Democrats got their real objec- mining whether Washington, DC, something remarkable here. They have tive and repealed the SALT cap alto- deems a particular journalist legiti- drafted legislation that is so anti-First gether. According to data from the mate. Amendment that it has united every- Joint Committee on Taxation, 94 per- These are just a few examples. Even body from former FEC Commissioners, cent of the benefit would flow to tax- the ACLU—widely viewed as a left- to the ACLU, to yours truly in opposi- payers who earn more than $200,000 a leaning organization that is not known tion. year. That is what they are advocating. for siding with Republicans—is pub- I am sorry that Speaker PELOSI Ninety-four percent of the benefit licly opposing the Democrats’ bill. deems go-nowhere messaging bills a would flow to taxpayers who earn more Here is what the ACLU said: better use of the House’s time than the than $200,000 a year. More than half of ‘‘The SHIELD Act . . . strikes the wrong USMCA and the 176,000 new American it would actually go to people who balance, sweeping too broadly and encom- jobs that experts tell us it would cre- make more than $1 million a year—cut- passing more speech than necessary. . . . The ate. The American people deserve a ting taxes for the rich. Repealing the SHIELD Act goes too far . . . to the det- House of Representatives that works SALT cap would give millionaires an riment of the public and the First Amend- with the Senate and the President to average tax cut of $60,000. Meanwhile, ment.’’ actually make law and make progress the average tax cut for taxpayers earn- That is the ACLU. for the families we represent. ing between $50,000 and $100,000 would Congress has real business to attend f be less than $10. There would be $60,000 to. House Democrats need to stop tax cuts for wealthy people and $10 tax blocking the USMCA. Senate Demo- TAX REFORM cuts for the middle class. Apparently crats need to stop blocking defense Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, that sounds like a good trade to our funding. Yet, rather than working on today Senate Democrats will push for- Democratic colleagues. It doesn’t these issues, we instead see Democrats ward their own resolution that seeks to sound like good trade to me. continue to fixate—fixate—on chipping undermine part of the historic tax re- I am sorry to break it to my Demo- away at the First Amendment. It is a form we passed in 2017. cratic colleagues, but the middle-class pet project they return to time and Remember, back then, Washington Kentuckians I represent have zero in- again. It is disturbing, especially in Democrats were downright hysterical terest—zero interest—in cross-sub- light of recent blatant attempts to in- about our plan to let working Ameri- sidizing the tax bills of millionaires timidate Americans into silence. cans send less of their paycheck to the who live in Brooklyn and the Bay Area. Just a few months ago, a sitting IRS. Speaker PELOSI called the tax It is bad enough that my Democratic House Democrat earned national criti- cuts ‘‘Armageddon.’’ She said it was colleagues want to unwind tax reform, cism when he publicly tweeted out a ‘‘the worst bill in the history of the but it is downright comical that their list of his own constituents in San An- United States Congress.’’ That is the top priority—a top priority—is helping tonio, TX, who had donated to Presi- Speaker on the 2017 tax reform bill. I wealthy people in blue States find loop- dent Trump’s campaign. He listed these guess that shows how much Democrats holes to pay even less. They won’t even

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.001 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6053 propose to repeal the SALT cap out- the administration’s sensible rule to now being openly embraced by the right because they know it is bad pol- disallow bogus charitable deductions Democratic Party. Leading Democrats icy and negates all of their talking that are designed to circumvent the have embraced putting the government points about tax fairness. They just SALT, or the State and local tax, de- in control of everything from Ameri- want to bless a backdoor workaround. duction cap that was part of the 2017 can’s energy usage to healthcare. I urge Members on both sides to use tax reform bill. It is not socialism or government-run common sense and reject Democrats’ Frankly, I welcome this vote and to- healthcare that I want to focus on resolution when we vote on it later day’s debate. It gives us an opportunity today. I want to talk about another today. to review all the benefits of the Tax trend that has been gradually emerging Cuts and Jobs Act. f in the Democratic Party but doesn’t al- While drafting the Tax Cuts and Jobs ways get the coverage that proposals MEASURE PLACED ON THE Act, Congress made a conscious choice like Medicare for All receive. It is the CALENDAR—S.J. RES. 59 to cap the State and local tax deduc- growing Democratic hostility to reli- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I tion, or SALT, at $10,000. Doing so al- gion, which culminated a couple of understand there is a joint resolution lowed us to provide additional tax re- weeks ago in a Democratic Presi- at the desk that is due a second read- lief to the middle class, support fami- dential candidate’s proposal to selec- ing. lies by doubling the child tax credit, tively tax churches based on whether The PRESIDING OFFICER. The lead- and simplify the Tax Code for filers by he agrees with their religious beliefs. er is correct. nearly doubling the standard deduc- Let me repeat that. Think about that The clerk will read the joint resolu- tion. for a minute. A Democratic Presi- tion by title for the second time. These changes resulted in the aver- dential candidate proposed that the The legislative clerk read as follows: age family of four in my home State of government should selectively tax South Dakota receiving a tax cut of churches and synagogues and mosques A joint resolution (S.J. Res. 59), expressing more than $2,000. the sense of Congress on the precipitous based on whether their religious beliefs withdrawal of United States Armed Forces In response to this cap, certain high- pass muster with the President. That from Syria and Afghanistan, and Turkey’s tax States adopted—what some would is, or should be, a shocking statement. unprovoked incursion into Syria. call ‘‘creative’’ but what I would call The idea of taxing churches based on ‘‘bogus’’—schemes to try to circumvent Mr. MCCONNELL. In order to place whether their religious beliefs meet the joint resolution on the calendar the cap. These so-called charities that with a political party’s approval is under the provisions of rule XIV, I ob- these States have set up are designed antithetical to the fundamental right ject to further proceedings. solely as an alternative method of pay- to freely exercise one’s religion. It is The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- ing State and local taxes so million- not just antithetical, but it is uncon- tion having been heard, the joint reso- aires can shirk their Federal tax obli- stitutional. Targeting churches for dis- lution will be placed on the calendar. gations. So the IRS did what the tax criminatory treatment based on their law directed. It enacted sensible regu- theology is a violation of the First f lations to shut down these bogus tax Amendment. RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME avoidance schemes. But it did so in a It is an understatement to say that it thoughtful manner, carefully consid- is deeply disturbing to see this pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under ering more than 7,700 comments and posal emerge from a mainstream can- the previous order, the leadership time creating a safe harbor for certain dona- didate. But what might be even more is reserved. tions to avoid unintentionally discour- disturbing is that members of the f aging actual charitable giving. Democratic Party aren’t lining up to It is ironic that Democrats, who uni- CONCLUSION OF MORNING reject this outlandish and unconstitu- formly opposed the middle-class tax BUSINESS tional proposal. cuts in the new tax law, are now call- Maybe we shouldn’t be surprised. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning ing for a tax cut for the most well off This is not the first time a Democrat business is closed. Americans. Based on nonpartisan data has shown signs of regarding religious f from the Joint Committee on Tax- people as second-class citizens. During ation, 94 percent of the benefit from some of the judicial confirmations of PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL passing this CRA would flow to tax- this administration, it became clear DISAPPROVAL UNDER CHAPTER payers with incomes of over $200,000. that Democrats believed religious peo- 8 OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES Fifty-two percent of the benefit would ple should be subjected to extra scru- CODE, OF THE RULE SUBMITTED go to those with incomes of over $1 tiny. BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE million. There was the nomination of Amy SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE In fact, repealing the SALT cap Coney Barrett during the first year of TREASURY, RELATING TO ‘‘CON- would result in millionaires receiving this administration. She was an out- TRIBUTIONS IN EXCHANGE FOR an average tax cut of nearly $60,000, standing judicial candidate who re- STATE OR LOCAL TAX CREDITS’’ while the average tax cut for taxpayers ceived the American Bar Association’s The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under with incomes between $50,000 and highest rating of ‘‘well qualified.’’ The the previous order, the Senate will re- $100,000 would be less than $10. ABA’s evaluation, as the Democratic sume consideration of S.J. Res. 50, If you put that into perspective, the leader once said, is ‘‘the gold standard which the clerk will report. choice here is very clear. Today, we by which judicial candidates are The legislative clerk read as follows: have an opportunity to vote no—to judged.’’ A joint resolution (S.J. Res. 50) providing vote no—on the Democrats’ proposed Yet during the confirmation process, for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 tax cut for millionaires. it became clear that some Democrats of title 5, United States Code, of the rule RELIGIOUS FREEDOM thought she should be disqualified be- submitted by the Internal Revenue Service, The Democratic Party has undergone cause she is a practicing Catholic. Department of the Treasury, relating to quite an evolution over these past 3 ‘‘The dogma lives loudly within you’’ is ‘‘Contributions in Exchange for State or years. Like all political parties, the a quote from the Democratic ranking Local Tax Credits.’’ Democratic Party has always had an member on the Judiciary Committee, There being no objection, the Senate extremist fringe, with the far-left wing with the implication that anyone who proceeded to consider the joint resolu- of the Democratic Party rapidly be- takes his or her religious faith seri- tion. coming its mainstream. Democrats ously can’t be trusted to hold public of- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. have been falling all over each other to fice. CRAMER). The majority whip. see how far they can run to the left. Last December, Democrats raised TAX REFORM Socialism, a concept that, in America questions about another judicial nomi- Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today, at least, seemed to have been firmly nee because he is a member of a Catho- Democrats are forcing a vote to repeal consigned to the ash heap of history is lic charitable organization, the

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From article VI, ‘‘no religious of others, and to moderate problematic Democratic leader is recognized. Test shall ever be required as a Quali- passions like vengeance and avarice. TURKEY AND SYRIA fication to any Office or public Trust That is not to say that you have to Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, 3 under the United States.’’ be religious to be a good citizen, but it weeks ago, a small number of U.S. Spe- ‘‘No religious Test shall ever be re- does point to the truth that religion is cial Forces were working with our Syr- quired as a Qualification to any Office something that adds value to society ian Kurdish partners to conduct oper- or public Trust under the United and that it builds men and women who ations against ISIS and hold more than States.’’ That is a quote from article are a blessing to their neighbors and to 10,000 detainees, many of them hard- VI of the Constitution. their country. Religious liberty is a foundational Americans are known for being a ened ISIS fighters. It was a product of part of our system of government. generous people. I don’t think it is a half decade of hard work by Amer- There is a reason it is the very first much of a coincidence that Americans ican and coalition forces and the Kurds freedom mentioned in the Bill of are also known for being a religious to degrade ISIS, to put them on the Rights. More than one of the 13 origi- people. Again, to be clear, that doesn’t run, and stabilize the postconflict re- nal colonies were founded for the ex- mean you have been to be religious to gion. press purpose of securing religious free- be generous, but religion encourages Today, only 3 weeks later, as Amer- dom. By religious freedom, I don’t generosity. Think about how much of ican troops continue their withdrawal mean the right to worship privately as the charitable work in this country from their bases in northern Syria at long as you don’t bring your faith into would go away overnight without reli- the President’s orders, President Putin the public square. What people were gion. Churches and religious organiza- and President Erdogan have announced looking for in America—what they still tions support food banks and homeless a plan to establish Russian and Turk- look for in America—is the freedom to shelters and crisis pregnancy centers. ish control of a region that was once live according to their religion and ac- They run tutoring programs and schol- controlled by American and Kurdish cording to their conscience and beliefs, arship programs and mentoring pro- forces. Our partners, the Syrian Kurds, freely and publicly, without inter- grams. They reach out to immigrants have been killed and wounded in ference from the government. That is and refugees and to struggling parents Erdogan’s invasion and forced to leave what the First Amendment was in- and struggling families. They serve their homes in droves. Most impor- tended to protect. military members and first responders. tantly, the upper hand we once held I want to move away from the Con- They sign up people to vote. They help over ISIS has been eroded. stitution for a minute, though. There families looking to adopt. They imple- We don’t know how many ISIS de- is no question that Democrats’ increas- ment recycling programs. They collect tainees have escaped from detention fa- ingly hostile public attitude toward re- aid for individuals caught in the path cilities or where they have gone. There ligion raises some serious questions of natural disasters. They build houses seems to be no articulable plan on how about constitutionality. I think that is for those without a home, and I could to get them back. In the blink of an clear. That is not the only disturbing go on and on and on. eye, President Trump has undone over aspect of it. I will provide just one South Dakota 5 years of progress against the Islamic I am also profoundly disturbed by the example. A few months ago, I visited State. none-too-subtle implication that reli- LifeLight’s new youth center in the Three weeks after first announcing gious people are somehow second-class Pettigrew Heights area of Sioux Falls. the troop withdrawal, the President citizens, that we may have to tolerate In addition to providing spiritual op- does not seem to have a clear strategy them, but that we should seek to push portunities, the center is focused on for securing the enduring defeat of ISIS them out of public life. That idea is providing a safe place where under- and fixing the mess he has created in also one that would be absolutely anti- privileged children can come to hang Syria. Secretary of State Pompeo does thetical to the Founders. out, play games, have a snack, and do not have a clear strategy. Secretary of The Founders didn’t see religion as their homework. It is just one of the Defense Esper does not have a clear something to be tolerated. They saw it many tremendous things being done by strategy. Every day it seems like we as an absolute good, and that isn’t just churches and religious organizations in are going in a completely different di- because a number of the Founders were Sioux Falls and around my State. I rection. One day, reports indicate the men and women of faith. They didn’t doubt there is any area where good administration was considering a resid- think religion was just a private good— work is being done in this country ual force in eastern Syria; the next re- that it kept you in a good place with where you won’t find religious people port says the administration planned God. No, they thought religion was helping out. to target ISIS from Iraq. The next good for society. Think of the famous I don’t just want to see religious peo- minute, reports said Iraq will not allow passage from Washington’s Farewell ple tolerated. I want to see the Demo- our forces to do that. Address, which we read in the Senate, cratic Party rejecting the un-American What is the strategy here? America’s literally, every single year in observ- idea that being religious somehow security is at risk. ISIS is dangerous. ance of Washington’s birthday. makes you less qualified to participate ISIS is escaping. How will the adminis- Let me quote: in the public square, and I want to see tration continue to bring the fight to Of all the dispositions and habits which the Democratic Party standing up to ISIS? What will the President do to lead to political prosperity, religion and mo- condemn unconstitutional ideas like prevent Russian and Turkish aggres- rality are indispensable supports. In vain that proposed by one of their Presi- sion and the potential slaughter of our would that man claim the tribute of patriot- dential candidates. allies and friends, the Kurds? When will ism, who should labor to subvert these great the administration present its strategy pillars of human happiness, these firmest Until then, I will keep fighting to en- props of the duties of men and citizens. The sure that every American’s funda- to Congress? mere politician, equally with the pious man, mental right to live in accordance with We need answers to these questions ought to respect and to cherish them. A vol- his or her religious beliefs is protected. right away, but, shockingly, the ad- ume could not trace all their connections I suggest the absence of a quorum. ministration’s top officials, Secretary with private and public felicity. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The of State Pompeo, Secretary of Defense Again, this is from President Wash- clerk will call the roll. Esper, have now canceled two sched- ington’s Farewell Address. This is a The senior assistant legislative clerk uled briefings with the Senate, and sentiment that occurs over and over proceeded to call the roll. there is no new time on the calendar.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.005 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6055 Secretary of State Pompeo appar- farmers and ranchers. With 95 percent tant trade deal up for a vote. Let’s ently had time to speak to the Herit- of the world’s population outside of the have an up-or-down vote. Let the age Foundation yesterday, which is United States, Montana producers need House Chamber speak. Let them vote. four blocks away from the Capitol, but access to these global markets. The USMCA has the potential to he doesn’t have time to come to Con- Agriculture drives our economy in boost our Nation’s GDP by $68 billion, gress, not even to brief us on Syria? Montana. In fact, it is the No. 1 eco- plain and simple. That means more Secretary Pompeo is derelict in his nomic driver in our State. Canada and money in the pockets of Montanans. It duty. He has an obligation to come Mexico both are in high demand for our is a better opportunity for our folks in here. It is not a question of time if he products like wheat, barley, and beef. agriculture. There is more revenue for spoke four blocks away at the Heritage In fact, in 2018 alone, Montana had $731 Main Street businesses in Montana. Foundation. He is ducking. We need an- million in total exports to Canada and The USMCA will deliver much needed swers, and if they don’t have answers, Mexico. trade certainty, secure intellectual we need to have a Q and A, a dialogue, For our producers in Montana, the property rights, and modernize digital and maybe that will push them to some USMCA would be a positive step for- trade. answers. It is too dangerous for Amer- ward in providing certainty and alle- I am not alone in wanting swift ac- ica to sit and do nothing—to run and viating the challenges and obstacles tion. I am honored to have support hide, as Secretary Pompeo is now they faced virtually every single day from the Montana Chamber of Com- doing. this season. merce, the Montana Farm Bureau Fed- Today Senate Democrats are holding When I travel across Montana, I have eration, from the Montana Grain Grow- a special caucus to hear from Brett heard from folks in every corner of our ers Association, from the Montana McGurk, the former government envoy State: 4–H members, FFA members, Stockgrowers Association, and from in charge of countering ISIS under farmers and ranchers at local county the Montana Pork Producers Associa- both Presidents Obama and Trump. fairs, and producers along the highway. tion. They are all with us to get the While I expect Mr. McGurk’s presen- They all want action on USMCA. They USMCA done. The longer we stall this tation to be helpful to our caucus, it all need relief. They are looking for deal, the further we stall economic op- does not replace the need for the something certain coming out of Wash- portunity in Montana and across this Trump administration and its officials ington, DC, in these uncertain times. Nation. to come to Congress and explain their I cannot stand by any longer as my To Speaker PELOSI and to my col- strategy. colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- leagues in the House, the time to act is At the same time, we should send a resentatives fail to act. Listen, we have now. Our neighbors depend on it, my message to the President that both enough votes in the Senate to pass it. Montana farmers and ranchers depend parties oppose his policy in Syria. The There are enough votes in the House to on it, and the entire country depends House has passed such a resolution on pass it. President Trump can’t wait to on it. an overwhelming bipartisan vote, in- sign it. Mexico is ready; Canada is I yield the floor. cluding the Republican leaders like ready; the United States is ready; and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Leader MCCARTHY, Representative SCA- I can state that in my home State of ator from Colorado. LISE, and Representative CHENEY. Montana, we are very ready. I, along COLORADO FARM TOUR I have asked the Senate twice now to with the majority in the U.S. Senate, Mr. GARDNER. Mr. President, I take up the House resolution, only to am ready to get this deal done and get thank my colleague from Montana for be blocked by a single Republican it across the finish line for some of the his comments on the USMCA. Member. I continue to believe the hardest working folks in our Nation, I come to the floor today to talk quickest and most powerful way to our farmers and ranchers. about a farm tour that I have done convince the President that he is on Hard-working small business owners every year that I have been in the Sen- the wrong track is for Congress to put and folks on farms and ranches all over ate. This is a tradition that started a bipartisan, joint resolution on his Montana are sitting and waiting for when I was in the House of Representa- desk saying so. That is what the House Speaker PELOSI to stop slow-walking tives with the wheat growers in Colo- resolution does, and the Senate should the USMCA. The House Democrats can- rado, where we go around the Fourth take it up and pass it. not continue to hold our farmers and Congressional District talking about We all know it is hard to shake the ranchers hostage for any future polit- those issues that matter to our farmers President from his thoughts and ideas, ical gain that we are seeing right now in the wheat business. Colorado’s even when they are creating such dis- in the House. It has been a political Fourth Congressional District raises aster. His ego is enormous, but the one game over there. This is negatively im- the vast majority of wheat in the State thing we can do is our Republican col- pacting the Montana way of life. of Colorado, and about 87 percent of leagues joining us in a resolution that There are countless numbers of Mon- that wheat gets exported. reaches his desk. When Republican col- tana families out there who are sur- Senator DAINES’ comments on the leagues criticized him about Doral, he viving paycheck to paycheck. They are USMCA and what that means for East- backed off. It is the only thing that can living on a prayer. They are sick and ern Colorado are incredibly important. get him to change, and America is at tired of politics and the partisan games I hope that is a bipartisan effort that risk. being played in Washington, DC, and, we can all get behind in the House and Why aren’t our Republican col- you know what, I am too. the Senate, and, of course, it has to leagues stepping forward? Do they care We were elected to come here and get start in the House, and we need the more about protecting President something done, not spin the wheels on House to act as quickly as possible be- Trump than protecting America? I cable TV at night just talking about cause those wheat farmers in Eastern hope not. other issues that aren’t moving the Colorado need the certainty of new I yield the floor. ball forward on behalf of the American markets. The cattlemen in Colorado The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- people. What Montanans care about is need the certainty of new markets and ator from Montana. how they are going to put food on the existing markets. That is exactly what USMCA AGREEMENT table and how they are going to make the USMCA will do. I commend my col- Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, it has ends meet this winter coming up. The league for his words on the USMCA. been over 1 year since the United USMCA is more than just a trade deal, Over the last several months, I have States-Mexico-Canada Agreement was it is an opportunity for more jobs and, been participating in this annual Colo- signed by President Trump and the importantly, higher wages. rado farm tour that I undertake every leaders of Canada and Mexico. This That is why I am here today. I am year with not only my staff but pro- landmark trade agreement is expected here to encourage our Democratic col- ducers from across Colorado. It is in to create 176,000 new American jobs. It leagues in the House to stop playing conjunction with a number of organiza- is expected to grow American busi- politics with our communities, our tions in Colorado, like the Colorado nesses all over our country and help jobs, and our very lives. I am calling on Farm Bureau, Colorado wheat growers, give a jump-start to our hard-working the U.S. House to act, bring this impor- corn growers, cattlemen, and others,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.007 S23OCPT1 S6056 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 who all come together to show us every When an industry that accounts for That is just one other source of rev- aspect of Colorado agriculture, from nearly 11 percent of our Nation’s em- enue that we can achieve. the production itself to the actual ployment is struggling like agriculture We also had the opportunity to visit processing and finishing of agricultural is, we simply can’t wait any longer to Agriculture Research Station in products. provide help. We must act now to put Akron, CO, where they are doing tre- We drove hundreds of miles across the ag community back on the path to mendous research on dryland oilseeds the State of Colorado, starting in Gree- sustainability, so that not only current and new technologies. One of the ley at a cheese-making plant. Almost generations of farmers and ranchers things we talked about is how we can all of the milk that is produced in Col- can continue in operation but new gen- make it more effective to produce orado—Colorado being one of the high- erations of farmers and ranchers can dryland crops and how we can make est milk-producing States in the coun- come back to Colorado, North Dakota, oilseed opportunities available for ad- try—goes into cheese that every Amer- and States across this country to make ditional value-added opportunities in ican gets to enjoy. Whether it is sure they have bright futures in agri- the area. Domino’s pizza or Papa John’s pizza, culture. We also had opportunities on the that cheese most likely comes from Even in the face of difficult times, we farm tour to talk about mental health Colorado. This is a great opportunity saw on this tour how farmers and needs and what is happening in our on this tour to connect all four corners ranchers are innovating and looking to communities. On too many stops dur- of Colorado and the work that we do in address new markets to increase their ing the farm tour, I heard about the agriculture and to hear their concerns. incomes. They are opening up new mar- impact that our struggling ag economy We ended the farm tour at the State kets through the Asia Reassurance Ini- is having on the mental health of farm- Fair in Pueblo. tiative Act, whether that is a trade ers and ranchers. A 2016 Centers for What was particularly special about agreement with ASEAN or Taiwan. Disease Control and Prevention study this year’s farm tour, though, was, of Another example is clean energy op- found that agricultural workers have a course, being joined by the Colorado portunities that our farmers have em- higher suicide rate than any other oc- Farm Bureau, and the fact that it is braced. On one of the stops during the cupation. the 100th year anniversary of the Colo- tour, we visited a farm in Eastern Colo- When we passed the farm bill in 2018, rado Farm Bureau. Congratulations to rado near Limon, CO, to talk about we also included language called the the Colorado Farm Bureau. We will be what wind production means for that FARMERS FIRST Act, which will help talking about that more over the next rancher. The farmer leased the land, to create mental health opportunities several months. Congratulations on the area, to Xcel Energy, which is for those involved in agriculture and this very historic anniversary, and Colorado’s largest investor-owned util- help to make sure that we have suicide thank you so much for joining this ity, to install wind turbines, which pro- assistance and prevention training for tour and making it happen once again. mental health assistance and suicide As Members of Congress, all of us are vides them with an alternative source prevention efforts for farm advocates used to discussing policy topics, but of income. Another rancher in the county talked to help create support groups and rees- keeping farming and ranching at the about how they may earn as much as tablish the Farm and Ranch Stress As- forefront and keeping rural America at $5,000 per turbine for the wind oper- sistance Network. That needs to be the forefront of those discussions is ations on their ranch. If you think something that we all talk about back critically important because we need about it, this farmer had 20 turbines on home with our agricultural commu- to focus specifically on those issues facing our farming and ranching com- his land—that is $5,000 times 20. That is nity. Because they have provided food munities. $100,000 in income that this farmer and fiber for this country and, cer- In Colorado, the ag community ac- would not have otherwise had. Farm tainly, the world, we need to make sure counts for more than 170,000 jobs. It is income is down 50 percent, farm debt we are supporting them in every way. responsible for more than $40 billion in has increased, but this wind produc- We also talked about how we saw a economic activity. It is one of the larg- tion, with a very small footprint, may nearly 40-percent increase in admis- est economic drivers in our State—a be the difference between keeping in sions for meth addiction in Colorado State that has been transformed by en- operation this year and next year. We between 2011 and 2018. While we talk a ergy jobs and high-tech aerospace jobs. have to welcome that kind of diversi- lot about opiate addictions in this Agriculture remains one of the highest fied agriculture opportunity. country, it is actually meth that our job sectors in the State. Another example of diversified in- sheriffs are most concerned about in Even though it is so vital to our come for agricultural producers is in our rural areas. While we address the State, we know how much of a struggle Springfield, CO, in the far southeastern opiate epidemic, we also have to be giv- it has been in agriculture over the last area of the State, where we visited a ing and providing new tools and re- several years. According to the Depart- hemp processing plant. This Chamber sources to deal with the addiction ment of Agriculture, 2019 farm income has done great work when it comes to scourge of methamphetamine. is projected to be down 49 percent from hemp, a new value-added opportunity Alarmingly, a significant number of its peak in 2013. Over the last 6 years, for farmers and ranchers in Colorado. that meth is coming into Colorado we have seen a nearly 50-percent drop When this hemp processing plant is from, basically, industrial-scale manu- in farm income. Debt held by our farm- fully up and running, they are hoping facturing facilities and sophisticated ers and ranchers is at $409 billion this to employ around 50 people. We went to operations in Mexico and China. We year. That is up from $385 billion the this facility, and there is millions of need to make sure that we disrupt year before. There is significant worry dollars of equipment being invested in those operations. We need to advocate in the heartland about what is hap- a small town. Employees will have a more for the High Intensity Drug Traf- pening to our agricultural commu- shop, a gym, and recreational facili- ficking Areas Program and the anti- nities and the future of farming and ties. They are going to build a lake methamphetamine task force to help ranching in this country. there and hire 50 employees in Spring- law enforcement prevent cartels from One way to immediately help to pro- field. I remember asking one of the getting these kinds of drugs into the vide solutions to solve this problem for other county commissioners who was country and continue to work on pro- farmers and ranchers is to make sure on the tour with us in Baca County: grams like the Substance Abuse and that we implement the 2018 farm bill Did you ever imagine a day when one Mental Health Services Administration programs as quickly and expeditiously business would bring 50 employees to to focus on recovery resources and pre- as we can and that we resolve out- Springfield? vention. standing trade disputes, that we pass The answer was very quick: No, never Everywhere we went on the farm the USMCA, and that we resolve the at all. tour, we heard about the labor short- trade dispute with China so that we This as an incredible opportunity, age, whether it was the cheese-making can continue to open up new markets, not only for the farmers in the area but facility or whether it was the ranch or develop new markets, and thrive with the community that will now benefit the hospitals that we visited on the existing markets. from 50 good-paying jobs with benefits. farm tour. They talked about the need

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.009 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6057 for labor. We need a guest worker pro- I am pleased that we are here, where aspect of our oversight is often kind of gram that meets the needs of labor in we have an opportunity to take up forgotten because it doesn’t necessarily this country. these substantive measures that the fit in with the public lands, with the Housing issues seem to be something full committee has addressed with EPA, with the BIA, but it is an impor- that we don’t talk about when it comes strong bipartisan support. tant and an integral part of our sub- to our rural areas. We talk a lot about In the case of the Interior and Envi- committee’s work. it when it comes to the Denvers and ronment bill, there was unanimous Our subcommittee’s allocation for the mountain communities and resort support for our bill. Then, there is the fiscal year 2020 is $35.8 billion. This is communities. Our rural areas are fac- opportunity to bring the bills to the $248 million more than last year, with ing housing shortages and needs, as floor for consideration, where other an additional $2.25 billion being made well. We introduced legislation and are Members have an opportunity to de- available by the wildfire cap adjust- working on legislation out of this farm bate these appropriations bills, offer ment, and I will speak to the wildfire tour to help focus our labor and hous- amendments, and, then, advance them cap issue a little bit later here. Similar ing shortage needs. through the process. to the approach that we took in fiscal I have talked about trade and the op- I am pleased this morning—particu- year 2019, the bill rejects the proposed portunities we have with trade to open larly pleased—to be able to speak on budget decreases. We make invest- up new markets and to resolve current the Interior Appropriations Sub- ments in our highest priorities, such as trade issues, and we need to continue committee bill and to be here with my infrastructure investments for our land to work on that. ranking member, Senator UDALL. We management agencies, Indian Country, While the agricultural community is have worked through this sub- and wastewater and drinking water im- currently facing very serious issues, I committee account now for several provements. want to be clear that our farmers and years. It has been a good partnership, a The Department of the Interior itself ranchers are as strong as ever. strong partnership, with our teams is funded at $13.7 billion. These funds Growing up on the Eastern Plains of working side by side. It is not the easi- go to support energy development that Colorado and still living in the heart- est of bills. We get our fair share of is critical to our Nation’s economy, to land of Colorado agriculture, I have al- controversy. recreation activities that power our ways observed the incredible positive In addition to taking care of all of rural communities, and to conserva- impact that agriculture has on our our public lands, we also have over- tion efforts to protect our public lands communities—rural communities and sight of our Native peoples. We also and the wildlife that relies on them. urban centers as well. When the Fed- have oversight of the EPA. So we have Funding is provided to support an all- eral Government gets out of the way of a range of subject matters that some- of-the-above energy approach, both on- farmers and ranchers and growers and times can bring us together and some- shore and offshore, that will continue allows good things to happen, that is times can cause some bumps along the to help our country achieve energy independence. when our rural communities grow and way. Yet what we have committed to On the conservation front, invest- thrive. doing, I think, in working collabo- ments in grants programs for species A couple of weeks ago, we had the op- ratively, in working together, has re- protection, wetlands conservation, and portunity to celebrate National Farm- sulted in a good, strong measure that to combat wildlife trafficking are in- ers Day. It was a day to celebrate the the Senate now sees before it. cluded. We also took a keen look at great community that has always been Last year was the first time since fis- some of the invasive species that are the backbone of this Nation, but we cal year 2010—9 years now—that the In- wreaking havoc in certain of our re- can never express all of our thanks to terior, Environment, and Related gions, like the Asian carp, so we pro- Agencies appropriations was brought this industry simply on 1 day of the vide a lot of good focus there. year. before the full Senate. We have been in Americans love to love our national To all of our farmers and ranchers, to a situation in which, for years, we have parks, so this bill provides the funds those who make our breakfast, lunch, kind of been at the tail end of the line, that are necessary to meet our respon- and dinners possible by providing abun- the last of those spending bills to sibility at the national park units. We dant food and fiber for this country and move. Now we are debating it in the also focus on the deferred maintenance, this world, I am grateful for them and first package, so we really feel like we which is something we have talked a look forward to continuing to work on have kind of arrived here. Again, you lot about in committee and on the new solutions and better opportunities don’t arrive here as part of the first floor. We invest $127 million for de- in the years to come. package without having done a great ferred maintenance. We also increase I yield the floor. deal of work. You don’t do that and re- funding for historic preservation, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ceive unanimous support coming out of which is critical to preserving the sites ator from Alaska. the committee for the second year in a and the stories of our Nation. APPROPRIATIONS row now if you do not demonstrate this The USGS, the U.S. Geological Sur- Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I strong commitment that both sides vey, receives funding for important am here this morning very pleased to have made to create an environment in programs that help our emergency re- be at this point where we are talking which we can work through these sponders during natural disasters like about consideration of an appropria- issues in a bipartisan manner. earthquakes or tsunamis. We work tions package that includes the fiscal The Interior, Environment, and Re- within this bill to provide assistance year 2020 bills for the subcommittees lated Agencies portion of this minibus for responses to natural hazards and on Interior and Environment; Com- includes funding for all of the major disasters as well as to inform the pub- merce, Justice, and Science; Agri- Federal land management agencies. lic. In my State of Alaska, the support culture, Rural Development, and Food This includes the National Park Serv- for the Earthquake Hazards Program and Drug Administration; and Trans- ice, the Bureau of Land Management, helps us. As a State that is very seis- portation and Housing and Urban De- the Fish and Wildlife Service, the For- mically prone, it helps us with warn- velopment; and the various related est Service, as well as the Environ- ings, and it helps to enhance the earth- agencies. mental Protection Agency. We also quake monitoring capability. The bill It may be premature to call this a re- provide funding for essential Indian also maintains funding for mapping turn to regular order, but I think that health, education, and resource man- initiatives that will help to gather data is kind of what it feels like. I would agement programs through the BIA to improve our maps, which enhances note that it is October 23, well past and the Indian Health Service. Then we the safety of activities such as avia- time that we should have finished our also provide funding and oversight for tion. In certain parts of the country, appropriations work, but we are ad- important cultural institutions, like believe it or not, we do not have cur- vancing. We have bills that we have the Smithsonian Institution, our Na- rent and accurate mapping. Certainly, moved through the subcommittees and tional Gallery of Art, the National En- in my home State—and I know in other the full committee, and we are now dowment for the Arts, and the National parts of the country—the updates to moving packages of these to the floor. Endowment for the Humanities. This the maps have simply not been made.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.010 S23OCPT1 S6058 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 We also fully fund another lands mat- know. Thus, oftentimes it is difficult talking about the fires just last year in ter, PILT, which is estimated at $500 to respond and to address resources. California. We know the threat is real, million, and it maintains our commit- The fact is that many who live in Trib- and we know we have to respond. So ment to meeting the needs of local al communities are often located in making sure we have the capacity to communities for county roads, public rural areas that lack public safety, and fight fire is important. In this bill, we safety, and schools. I know many of us even though you have high rates of vio- not only invest in fire suppression, but in this Chamber hear from our con- lence, abuse, murder, trafficking, we we also invest in State and volunteer stituents about the significance of ade- simply don’t have the resources there fire assistance. We provide increases quate PILT funding. to help to respond to it. for hazardous fuels reductions. The Land and Water Conservation I have been working with several of As far as the EPA budget goes, we Fund is something that is near and my colleagues to address these chal- prioritize funding for the programs dear to many in this body. You will see lenges—Senator UDALL, Senator that result in concrete actions to im- in this bill an increase to the LWCF, HOEVEN, Senator DAINES, and so prove the quality of the environment which receives $465 million. This is $30 many—to shine a light in this area. We across our country. The bill provides million above the enacted level. This know it is going to take a lot of coordi- significant increases in State and Trib- also includes $140 million for the NPS nation and communication among law al grant programs, which will lead to State side program as well as addi- enforcement agencies to get this right. tangible, on-the-ground cleanup and tional funding for recreational access. In this bill, we include $6.5 million for environment benefits, which was an- We focus on how we are able to access cold case investigations, equipment, other priority that was strongly sup- our treasured lands and ensure we have training, background checks, and the ported by many in this Chamber. a level of conservation that is sup- necessary report language to move us The priority that was targeted by ported across the country. in the right direction. many in the waters phase was water in- In working with Senator UDALL over Attorney General Barr came to the frastructure development. Many of the these years, I think it has been impor- State of Alaska in May. In Anchorage, newly authorized programs in Amer- tant—it has certainly been important he had an opportunity to sit and listen ica’s Water Infrastructure Act are for me—to have had a great partner- to statewide leaders, Native leaders, funded for the first time in this meas- ship, a strong partnership when it has and law enforcement. He then had an ure. Funding is also provided for the come to trying to meet the needs of opportunity to get out of the rural Clean Water and Drinking Water State those within Indian Country and hav- areas and into the villages. After he Revolving Funds and for the WIFIA ing to fund the critical services. With left, he declared a public safety emer- Program to build and support critical this bill, I think we are making good gency in the State of Alaska because of water infrastructure in communities in measure to do that. The two primary where we sit. So we have been working every State. The bill also equips the agencies that deliver services to the In- with the Attorney General and greatly EPA with a powerful set of tools to fur- dian community are the Bureau of In- appreciate his efforts there, but we ther the Agency’s core missions of dian Affairs and the Indian Health need to do more through these appro- clean air, clean water, and clean land. Service. They receive a combined in- priations to look specifically at these One of the issues I hear a lot about crease of $288 million over the 2019 lev- issues as well. from the folks back home, as well as els. We maintain all critical program For the Indian Health Service, there from my colleagues in the Senate, is funding with some important increases are also programs we have an obliga- the issue of PFAS and PFAS contami- for Indian Country. tion to fund that are vital to Indian nation. In this bill, we have provided For the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the Country. Many of these programs and $25 million in increases to address BIA, we maintain the substantial in- the costs associated with them have PFAS, including new funding for State- creases we have provided over the last grown since we enacted the 2019 bill. led cleanup and remediation efforts. 2 fiscal years. We are helping on mat- Among these are leasing and staffing We also focus on the research of human ters such as the construction, oper- costs that are associated with new health and environmental impacts and ation, and maintenance of Indian healthcare facilities that are operated related priority regulatory actions. schools. We know, unfortunately, that by the IHS or by Tribes under compact There is a $20 million increase provided in so many of the reservations in the agreements. Our bill funds these new for EPA grant programs to support lower 48, our schools are simply inad- increases. We provide additional fund- States in their cleanup and remedi- equate. The education scores we are ing for recruitment and quality im- ation efforts of PFAS-contaminated seeing from our schools are not where provement as well as providing a $24 water sources as well as the water sys- we need to be. Making sure we are million increase for facilities, includ- tems and the lands. doing right by our Native children ing an increase for medical equipment. The remaining $5 million in increases around the country is so important The Forest Service receives invest- will support the EPA’s priority actions when it comes to education. ments in funding for the improved on PFAS and supplement the research We also include funding for irrigation health and management of our Na- that other agencies are currently con- systems. We also fully fund contract tion’s forests, including for recreation ducting on the chemicals. support costs. We increase funding for assets, such as the cabins so many of us So we heard the concerns of so many, public safety and justice facilities con- enjoy, the trails on which we hike, and and we really worked to respond in this struction and programs. Certainly, as I recreation special use permitting to measure. hear from folks in Alaska and those allow certain businesses to operate in Lastly, the bill includes important around Indian Country in the lower 48, our national forests in order to en- increases for our cultural institutions public safety is something by which, hance the many recreational experi- and our agencies. The Smithsonian In- again, we are not doing right by those ences and opportunities. stitution, the Gallery of Art, and the whom we must serve in these areas. At the beginning of my comments, I National Endowment for the Arts and This is an effort that I intend to con- mentioned the wildfire cap adjustment. Humanities all receive increases in our tinue to push in my going forward. It was back in the 2018 omnibus that we measure. I would specifically like to point out created the wildland fire cap adjust- I think it is so important to make to my colleagues that for the very first ment, and fiscal year 2020 is the first sure that when we think about our time, we include a comprehensive look year this is now available. The bill in- treasures—clearly our land, the clean- with new funding into those issues re- vests $5.167 billion in wildland fire ac- liness of our water, but we also have lated to murdered and missing indige- tivity, including $2.25 billion in fire cap national treasures, and we see so much nous women. Many of us have been adjustment funding. of that reflected in the arts, whether it shocked at what we are coming to un- In my State over this past summer, is the Smithsonian, the galleries, or derstand about the murdered and miss- we certainly saw intense and extensive what the Endowment for the Arts and ing of our Native women around the fires. It was a recordbreaking heat year the Humanities do. country. The data we have we know is this past summer, and we had some Consistent with fiscal year 2019, we lacking. We don’t know what we don’t pretty devastating fires. We are still do not include new policy provisions

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:46 Oct 23, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.012 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6059 that were not in the enacted bill. So we This bill reflects the long tradition It also provides vital resources to our worked with Chairman SHELBY, Vice we have in my State of working across counties by fully funding the payment Chairman LEAHY, and the ranking the aisle to support conservation prior- in lieu of taxes program—a program member, again, with Senator UDALL, to ities. It includes a number of impor- that supports over $40 million per year assemble a package that both sides tant accomplishments for the State, in local government services in New supported in committee. including language to protect the sa- Mexico. I want to reiterate the work Senator cred landscape of Chaco Canyon, along This bill boosts funding for cultural UDALL and I put in to produce a bipar- with funding to support the Valles agencies, including the National En- tisan product that invests in programs Caldera National Preserve and the new dowment for the Arts and Humanities, that we care about—programs that pro- resources to clean up the PFAS con- as well as the Kennedy Center, the Na- tect our land and our people and enable tamination in New Mexico and across tional Gallery of Art, and the Smithso- infrastructure projects to boost the the country. nian Institution. Specifically, I am economy and help communities provide This bill is also an important reflec- very proud that we were able to in- vital basic services that many might tion of why the work that Chairman crease the budgets of NEA and NEH by take for granted. We also worked hard SHELBY and Vice Chairman LEAHY did $2 million each. These funds provide a to shape this bill so that it reflects the earlier this year to secure a 2-year critical boost to local arts and human- priorities of Members on both sides of budget agreement is so important. ities programs in small towns across the aisle. I am proud—I am really very The Interior bill delivers roughly 2.5 the United States—programs that cre- proud—of the good, bipartisan work to percent more funding than last year ate countless jobs and ensure economic ensure that this Interior appropria- once you factor in the increase we re- vitality in communities like those in ceived under the budget agreement and tions bill directs the Federal resources New Mexico. the savings we picked up from using to where they are needed most, pro- I am also pleased that the bill con- the first year of the wildfire cap adjust- viding critical investments in commu- tains no new funding requested by the ment. administration for the Interior Depart- nities across the Nation. The funds in this bill allow this body Of course, this Interior bill is just a ment reorganization, including the ef- to make solid increases to support the part of this package. We also have forts to dismantle the Bureau of Land Land and Water Conservation Fund Management. This bill sends a strong Commerce-Justice-Science, Agri- and to protect and manage national culture, and T-HUD. All of these have message that the administration needs parks, wildlife refuges, and other pub- to push ‘‘pause’’ and work with Mem- significant impacts across the country. lic lands. I know many hope we can do Certainly in my home State, we are bers on both sides of the aisle. It is vi- better on the Land and Water Con- tally important that we now have both looking at the Commerce-Justice- servation Fund funding, and so do I. Science bill to help keep our fisheries Chambers on record on this important While I am pleased about the increase issue, and I hope the administration healthy and provide assistance for pub- in this bill above the enacted level, I lic safety programs. hears us loud and clear. will be working to improve the LWCF’s I appreciate that the bill contains no In the Agriculture bill, there is fund- funding when we conference with the new poison pill riders for the second ing for much needed water infrastruc- House. But our efforts in the short year in a row, which is all the more no- ture in our villages, and it helps ex- term should not take away from the table given the number of difficult pand our ever-growing agricultural in- goal we have set on a bipartisan basis issues that we confront through the dustries. to provide permanent, mandatory, full EPA and the Federal land management Of course T-HUD makes sure that funding of the Land and Water Con- agencies. rural communities in my State can servation Fund. That remains a top I want to thank Chairman SHELBY still receive things like essential air priority for me, and I think we can and and Senator MURKOWSKI for their com- service and helps with our ferry trans- should accomplish that in this Con- mitment to moving a clean Interior portation system and to provide Tribal gress. bill. housing. The bill also makes critical invest- That said, I do want to note that the There is so much good in all of these ments in Indian Country. Many of bill does continue several provisions measures. I would commend them to those were mentioned by Chairman that I oppose, including provisions Members’ consideration but would cer- MURKOWSKI, and we believe there are dealing with the lead content of ammu- tainly urge passage of this very impor- really solid things that have been done nition, biomass energy policy, Clean tant Appropriations bill. there—investments in Indian Country, Water Act exemptions, and Clean Air I am pleased to be here with my col- providing a 4-percent increase for the Act exemptions. league, the good Senator from New Indian Health Service and a 2-percent I also oppose a troubling provision in Mexico. increase for programs funded through the bill that weakens protections for I yield the floor. the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the the sage grouse. Given the bad-faith ef- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Bureau of Indian Education. forts by this administration to weaken SASSE). The Senator from New Mexico. We provide $2.25 billion in new fire- efforts to protect the sage grouse, it is Mr. UDALL. Mr. President, it is fighting funds using the wildfire cap extremely shortsighted for Congress to great to be here with Senator MUR- adjustment, which means that these continue to block protections under KOWSKI. funds are finally, for the first time, the Endangered Species Act for the I rise to speak in support of the fiscal provided without requiring reductions species when the administration has year 2020 Interior appropriations bill, to other important programs. It also failed to hold up its end of the bargain. which is now before the Senate. I want means that the Forest Service will not These provisions are contrary to the to begin by thanking my chairman and be forced to raid nonfire programs to spirit of the no poison pill riders agree- partner in this endeavor, Senator MUR- pay for firefighting needs without ment. Thankfully, they are not in the KOWSKI, for her working with me to knowing whether those funds will be underlying House bill, H.R. 3055, and I produce a very fine bill that was craft- repaid. expect to have some frank conversa- ed on a bipartisan basis. It is extraor- The bill increases funding for the En- tions as part of the conference process dinary that this bill is on the floor for vironmental Protection Agency by 2 about the need to remove them and the the second consecutive year after many percent in order to support new bipar- need to include a number of other im- years when we were not able to move tisan infrastructure priorities and to portant curbs on this administration the bill by regular order. Much of the make important investments in re- included in that legislation. So I want credit goes to her leadership and her gional cleanup programs. The EPA is to be on record that in the conference, commitment to working through tough still struggling after years of budget I will be fighting to keep the House’s issues in a fair and a pragmatic way. cuts, but I am proud that our bill in- positions on several of these very im- One of the reasons I am particularly cludes the best EPA budget in a decade portant items. proud of moving a bipartisan bill is the and completely rejects the billions in I look forward to debating this bill, importance this bill has for my home cuts proposed by the Trump adminis- considering amendments, and ulti- State of New Mexico. tration. mately passing it with a bipartisan

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.014 S23OCPT1 S6060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 vote so that we can proceed to a con- no doubt about it—the huge benefits of in fact, our tax reform shifted the tax ference with the House. this unlimited State and local tax de- burden from lower income taxpayers to I also want to express my personal duction that we used to have always higher income taxpayers while saving thanks to the majority subcommittee flowed to a handful of States that have money for everybody. staff—Emy Lesofski, Nona McCoy, and chosen to have very, very high taxes. The relative proportion of taxes paid Lucas Agnew—for working with me California and New York are two good increased for wealthy people, decreased and my staff. This is Emy’s first bill examples. Under the old regime, about for low-income people, while everyone serving as the clerk of the sub- one-third of all the benefits of the had some savings. That was objection- committee, and I congratulate her on State and local tax deductions went to able to my Democratic colleagues. this milestone as the Senate takes up just those two States—just California Now they come along, and they want the bill. Their work is a great credit to and New York. They had one-third of to repeal the rule that shuts down the Chairman MURKOWSKI and Chairman all the benefits. scam. They want to perpetuate the SHELBY. Take New Jersey, right next door to scam that is a massive giveaway to the I would also like to thank my staff— my State of Pennsylvania. New Jersey wealthiest Americans. It is amazing. Rachael Taylor, Ryan Hunt, Melissa has 4 million fewer people than we have According to the Joint Committee on Zimmerman, and Faisal Amin—for all in Pennsylvania, almost one-third Taxation, 94 percent of the benefit—if of their hard work to accommodate the fewer people, but they got more of the they had their way and prevailed on priorities of Senators on both sides of benefit of the SALT deductions than this vote, 94 percent of the benefit the aisle. my entire State. That is because New would go to people whose income is I think one thing that Chairman Jersey is a very high-tax State. Guess over $200,000; 52 percent of the benefit MURKOWSKI and I worked on was trying what. It is a high-tax State because the would go to taxpayers with income to handle any request that came to us people who live there voted for politi- over $1 million. from wherever in the Senate and deal cians who raise their taxes. That is ap- Not only is it fundamentally unfair with it in a bipartisan way. So I very parently what they want. They want to to ask people in some low-tax jurisdic- much appreciate working hard with have all of the services that go with tions to subsidize the taxes chosen by Senator MURKOWSKI to get this bill that. They are happy with very high people in high-tax jurisdictions, the done and to move it on to conference State income tax and local property subsidy all flows from low- and middle- with the House and to get it into law. taxes. That is their decision. Look, if income people to very, very wealthy I yield the floor. you want to vote for someone who is people. That is the deal: Millionaires The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- going to impose exorbitantly high would receive an average tax cut of ator from Pennsylvania. taxes on you, you should be free to cast $60,000; taxpayers with income between S.J. RES. 50 that vote. But don’t expect my con- $50,000 and $100,000 would receive an av- Mr. TOOMEY. Mr. President, I rise to stituents to subsidize them. erage tax cut of less than $10—not address the Congressional Review Act So that was the regime we had in $10,000—$10. measure we will be voting on later place. Tax reform came along, and we What we did when we put a limit on today. said: Do you know what we are going the ability to deduct State and local Let’s be very clear. This is a vote the to do? We are going to put a limit on taxes was a big step in making our Tax purpose of which is to overturn a very, the amount of State and local taxes Code more fair. The States came along very important part of the tax reform that a tax filer can deduct. The limit is and developed a scam to circumvent it. that we passed in December of 2017 that $10,000. It is not trivial. It is a lot of The IRS, quite rightly, saw through made the Tax Code much more fair money. But that is the limit. If you the scam and said: We are not going to than it was before. Specifically, I am pay more than that in State and local allow that scam to continue. Now my referring to the limitations that we put taxes, you do not get to deduct it. Democratic colleagues want to tear up on the ability of people to deduct State In response to that, very interest- the IRS rule to perpetuate the scam. and local taxes. ingly, several of these high-tax States That is a very bad idea, and I hope we Let’s remember what our Tax Code have designed a scam to get around the will all vote against the Congressional looked like before our tax reform. limitation we imposed. The scam is Review Act effort that is scheduled for Wealthy individuals could deduct the that they create this vehicle, and then a vote later today. full amount of any State and local tax they have their taxpayers pay their I yield the floor. deductions, however high they got. And taxes into that vehicle and call it a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- we use the acronym ‘‘SALT’’ to refer charity, call it a charitable contribu- ator from Virginia. to these State and local tax deduc- tion. The money then goes out of that UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 2242 tions. So why do I say that is unfair? vehicle and goes to the government. It Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I am Well, it is unfair because it subsidizes is not a charitable contribution at all. here today because, unfortunately, our people who choose to live in high-tax It is a transparent, obvious attempt to elections still remain vulnerable to for- jurisdictions. It does that because it circumvent the law that we passed in eign election interference. lowers the tax bill of somebody who 2017. Earlier this month, the Senate Intel- lives in a high-tax jurisdiction, like The IRS came along and said: Well, ligence Committee, which I am proud Manhattan or San Francisco, because this is an obvious scam. They devel- to serve on, released its report on Rus- they get to deduct the full amount of oped a rule that shuts down the scam. sia’s use of social media to undermine the outrageously high State and local It says: If you create this scam, this our democracy. taxes they choose to pay. The fact that make-believe charity, as a way to cir- The committee’s bipartisan conclu- they get to deduct that big number cumvent the cap on State and local de- sion was clear. Russia attacked our de- means the rest of us have to pay higher ductions, we are going to disallow the mocracy in 2016; their efforts on social rates on our income than we otherwise deduction. So the IRS ruling shuts media are ongoing; and they will be would have to pay. Why should my con- down the scam and maintains the de- back in 2020. Frankly, they never left. stituents in Blair County or Cambria duction cap, and what my Democratic This echos all of the evidence we County or anywhere else in Pennsyl- colleagues want to do right now is have have seen from the intelligence com- vania—constituents with modest in- a vote to invalidate the IRS ruling—in munity and from companies like comes who choose local governments other words, have a vote to keep the Facebook, whose CEO, Mr. Zuckerberg, that keep a modest level of service and scam. That is what the vote is today, is testifying on the other side of the therefore a modest level of taxes—why to make sure we destroy the IRS ruling Capitol today on some of the ongoing should those constituents have to pay and keep this scam in place. efforts. We have seen this evidence, as higher tax rates to subsidize the folks One of the ironies of this whole de- well, from Special Counsel Mueller and who have multimillion-dollar condos bate is that our Democratic colleagues many, many others. on the Upper West Side of Manhattan? voted against our tax reform because The alarm bells are going off, and It is totally unfair. They certainly they said that it was too much of a tax what are we doing? We are running out should not have to do that. And have cut for the rich, despite the fact that, of time to do something about it.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.015 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6061 Twice in recent weeks I have come to jeopardy the trust basis the Five Eyes charged from further consideration of the floor to make a unanimous consent plan operates under. S. 2242, the FIRE Act; that the Senate request on bipartisan legislation, We need, more than ever, this basic proceed to its immediate consider- which I have introduced, called the FIRE Act bill to make it absolutely ation; that the bill be read a third time FIRE Act, and twice this bipartisan clear that if we see foreign govern- and passed; and that the motion to re- legislation has been blocked by my Re- ments interfering, the obligation ought consider be considered made and laid publican colleagues. Actually, their ac- to be on any Presidential campaign to upon the table, with no intervening ac- tions earned applause from the Presi- tell the FBI. tion or debate. dent on Twitter. I see my colleague on the other side The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there Again, let me once again go forward of the aisle, and I know she will prob- objection? with what this bill does. It is pretty ably object again. I just hope my col- Mrs. BLACKBURN. I object. simple and very straightforward. It leagues will think about and look back The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- would say to all Presidential cam- on how history is going to judge this tion is heard. paigns going forward: If a foreign body. Did we do what was necessary to Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I would power reaches out to your campaign, protect the integrity of our democratic allow my colleague to speak on this offering assistance or offering dirt on a process? And how in the heck did we item. I say to my colleague from Ten- political opponent, the appropriate re- allow the protection of our democratic nessee, and others, that if there are ways to improve this legislation, let’s sponse is not to say thank you; the ap- process to become a partisan issue? We have at it. But the notion that we are propriate response is to call the FBI. would never make protection of the When I first introduced this legisla- power grid a partisan issue. Yet, unfor- going into a Presidential election in tion, we were concerned about the tunately, I think we are going to see which our intelligence community has Mueller report’s finding that the folks on the other side of the aisle ob- said that Russia and others will be back, and we have taken no action to Trump campaign welcomed the assist- ject to this commonsense basic reform. prevent that when there are common- ance of the Russian Government during If there are ways to improve on this sense items from social media con- the 2016 election. legislation, I am wide open. I know my At the time, I was also deeply colleague raised concerns about the straints to making clear the foreign alarmed by the President’s comments breadth. Let me be clear. Some of the government shouldn’t intervene, to having paper ballot backups, to mak- in the Oval Office during the summer claims that were made last time are ing sure we have appropriate campaign that he would entertain offers of for- not true, do not affect diplomatic ef- disclosure, we are shirking our respon- eign assistance in future elections. forts, do not affect folks who are vis- sibility, and I hope in the future my A lot has happened since then, which iting here in this country. We have makes this legislation more necessary colleagues will reconsider. been very, very clear. This is about a I yield the floor. than ever. In the time since I last foreign government’s offer or their spy The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- spoke on the FIRE Act, the President service’s offer of assistance during a ator from Minnesota. has used his office to seek dirt on a po- Presidential campaign directly to that UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 2669 litical opponent, Mr. Biden. It appears campaign. Ms. KLOBUCHAR. Mr. President, I he pressured the Ukrainians. In the But if there are ways to improve on am proud to be here with Senator WAR- middle of ongoing trade negotiations, the legislation, let’s have it at it. Let’s NER and Senator WYDEN, both leaders he went on national television to call offer an amendment. Let’s at least on this election security issue. on China to investigate Mr. Biden. vote. The truth is, we know what we This is the second time I have come He also, during this period of time, need to do to protect our elections. to the floor this week to urge the Sen- has used the bully pulpit to intimidate Before I make my unanimous consent ate to take action on election security and threaten an intelligence commu- request, I want to recognize my friends legislation. It has been 1,006 days since nity whistleblower. I am glad to see and colleagues, Senator KLOBUCHAR Russia attacked us in 2016, something that many of my colleagues on the and Senator WYDEN, who, after I make that has been confirmed by all of Presi- other side of the aisle have stood up for my request, will be speaking on a dent Trump’s top intelligence agents. the integrity of the whistleblower pro- broader election security bill of which In fact, former Director Coats actually gram and the notions that whistle- I am proud to be an original cosponsor said they are getting bolder. blowers are a critical part of keeping as well. Let me simply say that I sup- The next major elections are just 377 our system on the up and up and that port their efforts to make sure we have days away. We must take action now whistleblowers should not be threat- paper ballot backups, to make sure we to secure our elections. ened. have postelection audits, to make sure I know Senator WYDEN will be ad- We have also heard in these past few if the Kremlin is paying for advertising dressing the actual hacking of our elec- weeks—I am not going to get into all of on Facebook, they have the same kind tion equipment, which is so important, the details—a lot of contradictory and, of disclosure requirements as if they as well as other issues, but I am fo- frankly, almost Orwellian claims about advertise on FOX—commonsense bipar- cused on this propaganda issue, this whether the President’s asking a favor tisan proposals that, if they actually disinformation campaign that we have of the Ukrainian President is evidence got to the floor of the Senate, I bet we seen from the Russians. of a quid pro quo. Then, just in recent would get 80 votes. My hope is that we The Honest Ads Act, which is part of days, we have seen a series of career will have that opportunity. the bill that I will be asking for unani- diplomats coming forward, basically The truth is, the only person winning mous consent on, the SHIELD Act, trying to validate the whistleblower’s from our failure to act—and, unfortu- which is going to be passed by the complaints. nately, this person seems to be win- House today, includes a number of I know the House is working on some ning, as well, in Syria and seems to be measures that would close loopholes to of this, and our Senate Intelligence winning, as well, in terms of the split stop foreign spending on issue ads in Committee is also looking at some of between America and Ukraine—is our elections. It would boost disclosure the counterintelligence concerns about Vladimir Putin. and transparency requirements, and it the President’s deals—about the Presi- Again, I appeal to my colleagues: would help to stop bad actors from dent’s deals particularly with Mr. Let’s move forward on the first step, using deceptive practices to mislead Giuliani and his associates. protecting the integrity of our elec- voters. I have particular interest, as well, in tions. Let’s bring forward the FIRE All that may sound like a list of pol- terms of what the Attorney General is Act. Let’s make absolutely clear that icy issues that seem very removed, but doing when he is going out, asking our if a foreign government tries to inter- let me make it very specific. Here is closest allies—our FVEY partners, in vene in a Presidential election, the ob- one example of, literally, millions. the case of Australia and the United ligation is to report to the FBI and not In the last election, an ad was discov- Kingdom—to use their intelligence say thank you. ered that was paid for in rubles. It had services to bring us dirt on the Presi- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- been paid for in rubles before the elec- dent’s political opponents. That puts in sent that the Rules Committee be dis- tion. It happened, but we did not know

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.018 S23OCPT1 S6062 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 about it until long after the election. It It basically incorporates the three I sit on the Intelligence Committee. I was the face of an African-American priorities that all of the nonpartisan am not going to get into anything clas- woman, an innocent woman, in Chi- election cybersecurity experts rec- sified, but I am going to close simply cago. She later called our office and ommend: paper ballots, routine post- by saying that, as of today, the threats said: I don’t know where they got my election, risk-limiting audits, and Fed- that we face in 2020 from hostile for- face. They put her face on a Facebook eral cyber security standards for elec- eign powers, in my view, are going to ad that went to African-American tion systems. make 2016 look like small potatoes. Facebook pages in swing States. This I am going to make some brief re- For that reason, I now ask unani- is what the Russians did. Her picture marks and then pose a unanimous con- mous consent that the Rules Com- was there, and it said: Don’t wait in sent request. mittee be discharged from further con- line to vote for Hillary Clinton. You I just find it stunning that the Re- sideration of S. 2238, the Securing can text your vote at—and it gave a publican Party continues its wall-to- America’s Federal Elections Act, oth- five-digit number, like 86153. wall campaign of obstruction against erwise known as the SAFE Act; that That is a crime. That is a crime. election security. Because of this legis- the Senate proceed to its immediate They are suppressing the vote. They lative blockade, the Senate has been consideration; that the bill be consid- are telling a voter to vote illegally in a AWOL when it comes to stopping for- ered read a third time and passed; and way that will not register their vote. eign cyber attacks on our elections. that the motion to reconsider be con- That is what we are talking about For example, I think most Americans sidered made and laid upon the table here—propaganda. Yes, it hurt one side would be stunned to learn that there is with no intervening action or debate. in this 2016 election, but the next time not a single mandatory, nationwide The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there it could be someone else on the other election cyber security standard on the objection? side of the aisle. books. For example, there are no rules Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. President, re- Fundamental to our democracy and barring connecting voting machines to serving the right to object. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- our Founding Fathers was the simple the internet. I say to the Presiding Of- ator from Tennessee. idea that we would determine our faith ficer and colleagues that doing so is equivalent to putting American ballot Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. President, in America and that we would not let my mom would always say: You know, foreign powers influence our elections. boxes in the Kremlin. That is what happens when you don’t have cyber se- it is not a good sign if you are doing That is what this is about. It is about the same thing over and over and ex- protecting our election hardware and curity standards. Let’s remember what happened in the pecting a different result. infrastructure, and it is also about pro- election cyber security debacle of 2016. My colleagues have sought several tecting us from this disinformation Russian hackers probed all 50 State times, under the guise of election secu- campaign and all of this really bad election systems. Russians successfully rity, to circumvent going to the Rules stuff. hacked at least one election tech- Committee and trying to bring these I don’t think my colleagues are inter- nology vendor, according to the bills to the floor. ested in protecting—I hope this isn’t Mueller report. Russians penetrated It is important to note that the legis- their goal—the big social media compa- two Florida county election systems, lation they are bringing would do nies. I hope their goal is to protect according to Florida’s Governor. That something that most people, especially Americans so they can determine their is just what we know about. people in Tennessee, tell me they do own faith in an election. People are always saying: Well, no not want to see happen. What it would With that, I ask unanimous consent votes were changed. Nobody knows do is take away authority from your that the Senate proceed to the imme- that because you wouldn’t know it un- local election commission, your State diate consideration of S. 2669, the Stop- less you had a real forensic analysis election commission, and then vest ping Harmful Interference in Elections conducted by cybersecurity experts that authority with the Federal Gov- for a Lasting Democracy Act, other- who broke the systems down, and that ernment. wise known as the SHIELD Act, which hasn’t been done. Federalizing our elections, in my was introduced earlier today; further, Despite all of the ways foreign hack- opinion, would actually make them that the bill be considered read a third ers have already made it into our elec- less secure. Is there anybody who time and passed and that the motion to tion infrastructure, Congress has re- thinks the Federal Government is reconsider be considered made and laid fused to arm State and county election going to do a better job of admin- upon the table with no intervening ac- officials with the knowledge and fund- istering an election in Williamson tion or debate. ing they need to secure their systems. County, TN, where I live and where I The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there I will just make one additional point, have served on the election commis- objection? and I thank my colleague for her cour- sion? The answer would be ‘‘of course, Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. President, I tesy because I know everyone is on a not.’’ They know that their friends and object. tight schedule. This summer, I saw for neighbors who served on those entities The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- myself how vulnerable election sys- would do a better job. tion is heard. tems are. I went to DEF CON, which is I must also remind my colleagues Ms. KLOBUCHAR. That is very un- really the major ‘‘white hat’’ hacker that every single Member—Democrat, fortunate, given how soon the elections convention in Las Vegas. I went be- Republican, and Independent; every are and what a difference we could cause I wanted to see how easy it was Member of the Senate—agrees that for- make, especially with the to hack e-pollbooks, voting machines, eign meddling in our Nation’s business disinformation campaigns. I hope my and other key parts of election infra- is a problem. For decades, foreign na- colleagues change their minds. structure. I sure wish some of my col- tions have sought to meddle in our af- The Honest Ads Act is a bipartisan leagues on the other side, including the fairs in the physical space. Ought we to bill with Senator GRAHAM, the Repub- distinguished majority leader, could have expected them to try this in the lican chair of the Judiciary Com- have seen all of these young people in virtual space? It ought not have come mittee. We must act. the Voting Village going through a as a surprise to us. Thank you. who’s who of hackable voting machines We also know that Members are I yield the floor. and see how easy it was to compromise working on this issue, and that there The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- voting machines to alter votes, disrupt has been progress that has been made ator from Oregon. ballot printers, and meddle with reg- by the Intel community, by State-level UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 2238 istration systems. authorities, and by those who are mak- Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I will be Teenagers in the DEF CON Voting ing certain these election systems are making a unanimous consent request Village showed me an e-pollbook secure. And guess what. They are doing to move the SAFE Act in just a couple hacked so completely that young peo- this without a Federal power grab tak- of moments. This is legislation that ple were playing video games like ing place. Senator KLOBUCHAR and I have teamed ‘‘Doom’’ on it. I sure wish my col- I fear that my friends on the other up on for quite some time. leagues could have been there. side of the aisle still have not gotten

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.020 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6063 over that they lost in 2016. Further, new Senator from Tennessee, has the city of Hong Kong, to silence it, they have yet to accept that their col- made. She and I have talked about and then to turn to the region as a leagues in the House of Representa- these issues, and I have appreciated it. whole? tives have turned their best hopes for She said that no votes were changed— You know, let’s review what is actu- correcting this electoral disappoint- no votes were changed in the election. ally happening there in the streets of ment into a farce. Nobody knows that. Unless you do a fo- Hong Kong. This didn’t start with the We know that in 2016 the Russians rensic analysis and break down the ma- people of Hong Kong; this started with seized upon partisan hysteria and used chines, you won’t know that. Beijing. This started with Beijing and it to pit the American people against I sure hope that soon we will be back its puppet government and its puppet one another. They did not affect voting on this floor moving the proposal ad- chief executive in Hong Kong attempt- in election systems. vanced by the Senator from Virginia ing to revoke the rights of It is not too much to ask that my and the proposal advanced by the Sen- Hongkongers—the rights, by the way, friends in the minority cease using the ator from Minnesota and me because that Beijing promised to the people of business of the Senate to continue these are measures proposed by inde- that city in 1984 and again in 1997. They these requests. pendent experts who don’t care about are trying to revoke those rights by I do object to the motion. Ds and Rs; they care about what is bringing in a bill for extradition of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- right for America. Hong Kong citizens and Hong Kong tion is heard. I yield the floor. residents to mainland China to be tried The Senator from Oregon. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- in China’s courts, where there is no due Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I am ator from Missouri. going to be brief because I just think it process, where there are no basic guar- HONG KONG anteed liberties, and where there is no is so critical to respond to the com- Mr. HAWLEY. Mr. President, as we ments my colleague has made. recourse. That was Beijing’s plan, and gather today here in peace and safety that would have affected not just the The first argument was that, on this in this quiet Chamber, we must remem- citizens of Hong Kong but the residents side of the aisle, people really aren’t ber that there is a city half a world there, including over 80,000 Americans interested in election security. The away that is struggling to survive—a who are currently residents in the city. fact is, what Senator KLOBUCHAR and I city that is fighting for human rights and those on our side of the aisle have And the people of Hong Kong said no. and human liberty and a city that is a On the 12th of July, just a few days been interested in are the three prior- solitary pinpoint of light on a con- ities that independent cyber security after Beijing put forward this extra- tinent of authoritarianism, a city dition bill, 2 million Hong Kong resi- experts agree are essential to pro- called Hong Kong. dents—2 million took to the streets in tecting our elections: paper ballots, au- The need there is urgent, and the peaceful protest. This is a city of 71⁄2 dits, and cyber security standards. So hour there is late, and it is time for that ought to dispose of this issue that America to act. I know this because I million. There were 2 million on the somehow on this side of the aisle, peo- have been there. I have been there my- streets on the 12th of July. When the ple really aren’t interested in election self. I have seen it. I have been to Hong Hong Kong Government—the Beijing- security. Kong. I have been to the streets of controlled government refused to back Second, I want it understood that Hong Kong. I have seen the protesters down, the people of Hong Kong refused over here, we have been interested in marching in support of and in defense to be silenced. For months now, working in a bipartisan way. But our of their basic human rights. I have seen months on end, 20 weeks and more, the ranking member, Senator KLOBUCHAR, them demonstrating for their basic people of Hong Kong have been taking on the Rules Committee said that at human liberties. I have seen them con- to the streets protesting, seeking to one point there was a markup sched- fronting the police with their tactics of vindicate their rights, and they have uled on these issues, and, essentially, brutality and oppression. been doing it in the face of escalating the leadership on the other side of the It makes me think that sometimes, opposition. aisle intervened, and it was canceled. in the course of history, the fate of one The Hong Kong Government—on or- The fact is that here we are, with city defines the challenge of an entire ders, no doubt, from Beijing—has just a few months until people start generation. Fifty years ago, that city sought to deny the protesters permits voting. They are going to vote in pri- was Berlin. Today, that city is Hong to gather peacefully. They have sought maries early next year. They are going Kong. The situation there is critical. to deny them the right to cover their to go to the polls from sea to shining Hong Kong is sliding toward becoming faces because, let’s not forget, China is sea in the fall of 2020. I will just say to a police state. Have no doubt and make a surveillance state, and the persecu- my colleagues that we have something no mistake that Beijing wants to im- tion and retribution against protesters like 25 States in America that are na- pose its will on Hong Kong. It wants to is real, and it is constant. kedly vulnerable. These are the States silence dissent in Hong Kong. It wants Now they are talking about a poten- that are still using hackable, paperless to steamroll Hong Kong, just as it tial curfew. They are shutting down voting machines and States that do not wants to steamroll all of its neighbors subway stations early so protesters have routine, post-election audits. in the region, just as it wants to con- can’t get from one place to another. As Senator WARNER, Senator KLO- trol the region, and just as it wants ul- They have used violent tactics to put BUCHAR, and I have said, and the distin- timately to control the entire inter- down the protests—tear gas and beat- guished minority leader, Senator SCHU- national system. ings and dye blasted at protesters. MER, all we are interested in is working We know what is at stake in this China continues to escalate—Beijing to deal with this issue in an objective country because we have gotten all too continues to escalate the situation, way, based on the facts outlined by the familiar with Beijing’s tactics. We turning the screws on Hong Kong and experts who aren’t at all political. have seen what Beijing has tried to do taking away the rights and liberties of I think it is very unfortunate that to this country for decades now. They the people there. there has been an objection to the pro- have stolen our jobs. They have stolen Hong Kong’s demands are not out- posal from the distinguished Senator our technologies. They have tried to landish; they are asking for what they from Virginia, Mr. WARNER, and the build and are building their military on were promised. They were promised in proposal from the ranking member on the backs of our middle class. Their 1984, by the Government of Beijing—in the Rules Committee, who has worked aims are expansionist, and their aims a duly ratified international treaty, with me on the SAFE Act, and the are domination, and their aims are not they were promised the right to assem- SAFE Act itself because, as a result of compatible with the security or the ble and the right to peacefully gather this action, the Senate is missing yet prosperity of this country. That is why and protest. They were promised the another opportunity to provide an ad- what is happening in Hong Kong today right to vote and to be able to choose ditional measure of security for the is so important and the fight there is their own government. They were 2020 election. so significant. promised the right to speak openly. I will close with one last response in Will a totalitarian China and totali- They were promised the right to wor- light of a comment my colleague, our tarian Beijing be allowed to dominate ship. Those are the rights the people of

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They say coercion and threats of market access became known for accompanying U.S. ‘‘Be water.’’ Some have actually re- to get the NBA to censure and to get Marshals on raids, and that was really ferred to this as a water movement. corporations like Apple to censure, it an early hint of his temperament and They mean ‘‘Be fluid. Be reactive. Ad- is time for these corporations to stand intensity on the job. Of course, all Sen- just to the situation.’’ up and say: We are not going to partici- ators devote their careers to their I just have to say, having been there pate, and we are not going to become States, but few have the distinction of myself, having been to the streets, hav- part of the Chinese Communist Party’s working to achieve statehood. Senator ing seen the protesters, having met propaganda arm. It is time for these Stevens was one of them. Working in with them and talked with them, their companies to remember where their the Department of Interior in the 1950s, courage and their bravery under pres- loyalties actually lie. he became known as ‘‘Mr. Alaska’’ for sure is really something to behold. It is I have to say, for too long now and his focus on achieving statehood. He an inspiration to me, and I think it for too many years now, we have seen worked tirelessly to assuage the con- should be an inspiration to all of us. too many of these companies and these cerns of then-President Eisenhower to Their love of liberty—you never love same corporate executives—who make get statehood passed through both the something more than when it is threat- money hand over fist in China—we House and the Senate. ened—their love of liberty is really ex- have seen them happily send our jobs When the Alaska Statehood Act fi- traordinary. to China. We have seen them happily nally passed, Ted returned to Alaska I want to say something the Rev- outsource our work to China. Now they and served as a representative in the erend Chu Yiu-ming said about liberty want to import censorship into this State House, becoming majority leader and democracy. He said it so beau- country from China. Well, no thank after just one term. Then, in 1968, he came to the Senate, where he would go tifully. These are his words: you. It is time that they are open on to serve for 40 years. We strive for democracy, because democ- about what it is they are doing, and it is time they stand up to Beijing and Once here, he distinguished himself racy strives for freedom, equality and uni- as a fierce advocate for Alaska. He versal love. Political freedom is more than say: No further. fought relentlessly for funding to build loyalty to a state. [Political freedom] pro- I want to say again that the situa- fesses human dignity. Every single person tion in Hong Kong is urgent, and the rural hospitals, highways, courts, and military bases across the State he living in a community possesses unique po- people of Hong Kong are looking to the helped create. His efforts only in- tentials and unique powers, capable of mak- United States and to other freedom- creased when he ascended to the power- ing a [unique] contribution to society. loving peoples around the world for ful chairmanship of the Appropriations That is extraordinary, and he is ex- support and for strength. It is time Committee. He often quipped that actly right. Hongkongers know it, and that we send them the message—and being such a young State, Alaska need- that is what they are standing for, and call on our allies to do the same—that ed extra help to catch up to its elder that is what they are fighting for. we must stand with Hong Kong because The people of Hong Kong need our siblings; and help is exactly what he se- our own security and our own pros- cured. One estimate says he steered support, they deserve our support, and perity and our own ideals are at stake they are depending on our support. more than $3.4 billion in Federal fund- there. ing to Alaskan projects in just the last That is why it is time for this body to I think, finally, of the words of John act. It is time to take up and pass the 14 years of his tenure. Quincy Adams, whom I will para- Those of us who served with him on Hong Kong Human Rights and Democ- phrase. He said: Wherever the standard the Appropriations Committee got to racy Act. The time for debate is over. of freedom is unfurled, there will be know Ted’s Incredible Hulk tie, which The time for delay has passed. It is now America’s prayers, there will be Amer- he would wear on days with especially time to stand with the people of Hong ica’s benedictions, there will be Amer- difficult debates. He was a fighter and Kong and to send a signal to the world ica’s heart, and today, there needs to a fierce advocate for his State and his that the United States will stand with be America’s voice. party. When a reporter once asked freedom-loving people, that the United I yield the floor. about his reputation for losing his tem- States will stand up to Beijing, and The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. per, Senator Stevens replied: that the United States will not permit LANKFORD). The Senator from Cali- I didn’t lose my temper. I know right China to dominate its neighbors and its fornia. where it is. region and the world. Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I But he would also cross party lines It is time for this body to act and to ask unanimous consent to speak as in and work side by side with his appro- act now, and it is time to do more. morning business, please. priations colleagues, especially Bob That is why I will soon be introducing The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Byrd and Daniel Inouye. They would objection, it is so ordered. further measures to help support the trade the gavel between them, serving people of Hong Kong. I will be calling REMEMBERING TED STEVENS as chair and ranking member of sub- for the imposition of Global Magnitsky Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, the committees and the full committee. sanctions on individuals and business Senate this week is honoring our Beyond Federal funding, Stevens set- entities that abet Beijing in its sup- former colleague, Senator Ted Stevens, tled many longstanding issues that pression of the freedoms of speech and with the unveiling of his official por- faced his young State. Chief among assembly that rightfully belong to the trait. I come to the floor to say some them was the settling of Tribal land people of Hong Kong. words about a friend and former chair- claims. The Alaskan Native Claims I would just say to those corpora- man. Settlement Act would become the larg- tions doing business in China and to Ted Stevens’ life in public service est land settlement claim in U.S. his- those multinational corporate entities started early when he joined the Army tory. It was hailed as groundbreaking and organizations like the NBA that it Corps in 1943. So great was his desire to for its involvement of Alaskan Native is time for you to take a stand as well. serve our country that he joined after communities from the outset. It is time for you to show a little back- attending just one semester of college. Always with an eye to the future, bone. It is time for you to show some During the war, he flew dangerous, Ted Stevens not only supported Native independence. You may be multi- unescorted missions in China and leaders in asserting land claims, but he national corporations that do business India, earning two Distinguished Fly- also supported economic development everywhere in the world, but remember ing Crosses for flights behind enemy measures in the final bill. that you are based here in this coun- lines. After the war, he returned to his Personally, I remain thankful for try. Remember—the NBA should—that studies and graduated from UCLA and Ted’s support with the Ten-in-Ten Fuel

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.023 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6065 Economy Act, a bill I authored in 2007 community, including minorities, be done. So I am appreciative of the bi- with Senators Olympia Snowe, MARIA women, and veterans. partisan approach taken not only on CANTWELL, TOM CARPER, and others. It provides critical funding for SNAP. our bill but on these other bills and the The bill was drafted to increase fuel In our country, no one should go hun- fact that we now have them on the economy by 10 miles per gallon within gry. It assists with school meal equip- floor. I hope it continues in terms of 10 years, but it was responsible for ment grants, the Farmer’s Market Nu- regular order and bipartisanship that much more. The Obama administration trition Program, and the Commodity enables us to advance these bills in reg- went on to use the Ten-in-Ten Act to Supplemental Food Program, all rel- ular order. set rules that will increase fuel effi- evant to making sure our children and Then we have the other appropria- ciency to more than 50 miles per gallon our families have basic nutrition. It as- tions bills as well. We moved all 12 of by 2025 and save consumers more than sists on the international front with these bills through our full Appropria- $460 billion at the pump. Food for Peace, the McGovern-Dole tions Committee in a bipartisan way. Here is how it got done. I couldn’t program that feeds millions of children Now we need to do the same thing on get it done. It was controversial at the around the world. the floor and then go to conference time and, believe it or not, Ted Stevens I was down in Central America and with the House to get this done. We played a big role in getting this bill found that the average child in Guate- have a continuing resolution in place passed. As ranking member of the Com- mala at 9 years old is 6 inches shorter until November 21, so it is imperative merce Committee, he and Senator than the average Guatemalan child that we continue this work and that we Inouye included the language as part of raised in the United States—stunning. do it in this way. a broader energy bill that President It is a huge factor and affects the en- I am pleased to introduce the 2020 ap- Bush signed into law in 2007. tire course of the mind. America is propriations bill for Agriculture, Rural So this was a big deal, and it was doing incredible work around the world Development, Food and Drug Adminis- controversial. Senator Stevens knew in poverty-stricken countries. This tration, and Related Agencies. This that, but he understood the importance food program also increases school at- legislation passed out of our Appropria- of the issue, and he included the lan- tendance, particularly among girls. tions Committee, as I said, in the case guage in one of his bills, and it could Critical funding for the Food and of this appropriations bill, with unani- not have passed any other way. It was Drug Administration is part of this bill mous support out of the full Appropria- a very big event for me, and it really for a whole host of reasons. tions Committee. There is only one thing in this bill sealed my respect for this Senator from I am pleased to bring it to the floor. that I have disagreement with, and a different party, a different State; but The other bills we have included now in that is funding for the relocation of the he cared, you could go to him, and he this package had broad-based bipar- National Institute of Food and Agri- helped. tisan support as well, as the Presiding culture and the Economic Research I remember back then. Now our mile- Officer knows being a member of the Service. I think those organizations do age is going up, and I think of Ted, full committee. a far better job when they are here net- I am pleased to join my colleagues on when I talked to him, saying: OK. We working with the other key critical the Subcommittees on Interior; Trans- will get it done—and he and Dan policy groups and when folks coming portation, Housing and Urban Develop- Inouye did do that. He said: ‘‘My motto from Oregon and places remotely ment; Commerce, Justice and Science. has always been ‘To hell with politics, around the country visit NIFA and For now, my comments will be focused just do what’s right for Alaska.’’’ ERS at the same time as visiting other on our bill specifically, the Ag appro- I don’t think anyone who had the programs. priations bill. pleasure of knowing Ted Stevens would Right now, farmers across this coun- know him as anything other than a TRIBUTE TO BOB ROSS Mr. President, for 11 years, Bob Ross try are really up against it, no ques- great legislator for the State of Alaska has been a detailee from the Depart- tion about it. Whether you are from and a great legislator for the United ment of Agriculture to our sub- North Dakota, Oklahoma, points in be- States of America. committee. That is because he is fabu- tween—east or west or north or south— I yield the floor. our farmers are really up against it. In The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- lous, and we just couldn’t let him go North Dakota, we have had unbeliev- ator from North Dakota. here in the U.S. Senate. Most people in able flooding. From snowstorms to Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I rise to rural America haven’t heard of Bob rainstorms—but pretty much nonstop speak on the appropriations bill that is Ross, but millions and millions have rain and other challenges that have now before the Senate. I would like, benefited from his work, particularly left our fields swamped. however, to defer to the ranking mi- his superb work on rural housing. He has been invaluable to us. Few people We have a great diversity of crops, nority member on the Senate Agri- most of which have not been harvested culture Appropriations Subcommittee get a chance to leave such a mark to make the world a better place as much because we can’t get farm equipment for his comments, and then I would re- out in the field in order to conduct serve the rest of my time. as he has. He is on to the next chapter of his that harvest. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- life, retirement, and perhaps many ad- Earlier this year in May, we worked ator from Oregon. ventures in retirement. Bob is sitting to advance supplementals to address APPROPRIATIONS behind me. We thank him for his years the hurricanes—the other wildfires we Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, thank of service and wish him all the best of had out in California, the hurricanes you and a huge thanks to my colleague luck in the chapters to come. that hit the Southeast, and other for not just deferring to me to make I thank the chair of the Appropria- weather disasters. So in that supple- comments, which I am going to make tions Subcommittee on Agriculture. It mental package we passed back in very brief, but also for the leadership is a pleasure to work with him. May, we included assistance that we of the subcommittee and the bipartisan Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I thank call WHIP+ for the Midwest farm coun- work. It is the way the Senate should the Senator from Oregon for his work try, anticipating not only that we work. Let’s just expand that spirit to and also express appreciation for the needed to address the flooding and the entire Chamber, and we will make bipartisan approach to the appropria- problems that occurred this spring but a lot of progress. tions bill. This is regular order. This is if there were additional flooding com- This bill maintains funding for im- how we are supposed to do things. ing. Of course, that is exactly what portant rural development programs, It is not just the Ag appropriations happened. So we worked to ensure that including housing and rural broadband, bill, it is the other bills we have in- there is disaster assistance legislation which is essential all across America. cluded in this package that includes passed that will help. It provides assistance with farm owner- Commerce-Justice-Science, T-HUD, as Now we need to advance this appro- ship and farm operating loans because well as our Ag appropriations bill and priations bill to make sure we continue access to credit to farmers is critical to Interior. to support our folks not only due to the stay in business, and it helps new farm- This is the work of the Senate. This challenges they face because of weath- ers come into the farming and ranching is regular order. This is how it should er issues but also low commodity

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Many of our Senate Demo- This is simply a way to try to make funding for ag research, housing and cratic colleagues claimed this legisla- sure our taxpayers in Oklahoma, business loan programs for rural Amer- tion only benefited the rich, the evi- Texas, and Wyoming don’t subsidize ica, domestic and international nutri- dence to the contrary notwithstanding. the high tax rates in New York, Los tion programs, and food safety and We know that is false because of what Angeles, or other places that have high drug safety because we also fund the the facts tell us. State and local taxes. In good con- FDA, the Food and Drug Administra- Let me go back for a second and ex- science, we cannot let that happen. tion, as part of this bill. plain why this congressional resolution The fact is, since tax reform passed, Again, these are very important pri- of disapproval we will be voting on at a number of States have crafted a orities for this body that we need to about 3 o’clock is so ironic and so mis- workaround—I call it a tax dodge—to take up and pass. The subcommittee taken. circumvent this $10,000 limit. In June, has made difficult decisions in drafting Prior to tax reform, without limit, the Treasury issued a regulation to the bill, and I am proud of the work taxpayers could itemize their deduc- stop them—this is the tax dodge—and that has been done to this point. tions for State and local taxes. They required States to adhere to the limit It is written to our allocation of $23.1 got to deduct that from their Federal that Congress passed into law and that billion, which is $58 million above the income taxes, which meant, in essence, the President signed. current enacted level. We worked hard in those high-tax jurisdictions—the cit- The financial consequences of what to invest taxpayer dollars responsibly, ies and the States that had high local the Democratic Members of the Senate funding programs to provide assistance and State taxes—taxpayers from are trying to do here are enormous. to our farmers in rural communities around the country were subsidizing The Joint Committee on Taxation esti- and supporting programs that provide those taxpayers in those high-tax juris- mates that doing away with the sub- vital direct health and safety benefits dictions. sidy cap would cost about $700 billion and safeguards for all Americans not The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act at- over the next 7 years, or $100 billion a only through the USDA but, as I said, tempted to deal with this unfairness by year, and almost 95 percent of the ben- the Food and Drug Administration. capping this deduction, better known efit would go to the people who make Agriculture supports more than 16 now as the SALT deduction—the State more than $200,000. Even according to million jobs nationwide and forms the and local tax deduction—at $10,000 for the liberal Tax Policy Center, one- backbone of our rural communities. everybody across the country. Every- third of the uncapped SALT deduction Our farmers are the best in the world, body was treated the same. Everybody went to the top 1 percent. and what they do benefits every single was put on a level playing field. In If I have heard BERNIE SANDERS or American every single day. We have other words, tax reform stopped the ELIZABETH WARREN or any of the the highest quality, lowest cost food endless subsidy that taxpayers who Democrats who are running for Presi- supply in the history of the world, pro- were living in my State gave to fiscal dent rail on and on about the top 1 per- duced by our farmers and ranchers. It decisions that were made by other cent and income inequality once, I benefits every single American every States and local governments. There is have heard it a thousand times. Yet single day. So we are talking about no reason we should ask a taxpayer here they seek to undo a cap that good farm policy and good ag policy. who is living in Austin to subsidize the treats every taxpayer the same and es- We are talking about something that financial decisions, the fiscal decisions, sentially require taxpayers who are in benefits every single American every made in Albany, in Sacramento, or in low-tax States to subsidize those who single day. any other State capitol. are in high-tax States and localities. Again, I thank Senator MERKLEY for Before the cap, the wealthiest Ameri- And 52 percent of them make over $1 the bipartisan working relationship we cans were disproportionately reaping million a year. A millionaire would re- have had on our committee. I think the benefit of this no-limit deduction. ceive a tax cut of nearly $60,000—higher this bill reflects a well-balanced com- That is why the cap was included in than the household incomes of many promise on a lot of the issues we had, tax reform—in order to support the people who live in my State. not only among the members but on middle class, not the top 1 percent. In That is what we will be voting on. both sides of the aisle, and I hope my the process, we prevented the richest That is what the Democratic leader colleagues will join me in passing this people in the country from gaming the from New York—a high-tax State and important legislation. Tax Code. city—seeks to do for his constituents, I yield the floor. This chart, which was produced by but it is to the detriment of hard-work- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the Senate Committee on Finance, ing families in my State and in many ator from Texas. courtesy of Chairman GRASSLEY, talks States around the country. (The remarks of Mr. CORNYN per- about who benefits from the SALT cap After continually hammering the taining to the introduction of S. 2690 repeal. This is what we will be voting Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, it is actually are printed in today’s RECORD under on indirectly this afternoon. duplicitous to argue that it somehow ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and Here, 52 percent of the benefit goes to benefits the wealthy when there was Joint Resolutions.’’) taxpayers with incomes of over $1 mil- just the most modest of cuts in the TAX CUTS AND JOBS ACT lion. Our Democratic friends like to highest marginal rate. The benefit Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, briefly say they are the party of the working flowed to everybody in every tax on another matter, we are just a couple man and woman, but clearly they are bracket, but most of it went to the of months away from the 2-year anni- working on behalf of the 52 percent of middle class. Yet, after hammering versary of the passage of the Tax Cuts taxpayers who have incomes of over $1 this side of the aisle for its somehow and Jobs Act. Because of this legisla- million in their seeking to repeal this benefiting the wealthy to the det- tion, families across the country are regulation that basically prevents a riment of the middle class, the Demo- benefiting from lower income tax rates tax dodge. There are 24 percent of tax- crats are now working to help their and are able to keep more of what they payers with incomes between $200,000 richest constituents get back to the earn. We have also helped families by and $1 million who will be affected and days of unlimited deductions. doubling the standard deduction for 6 percent of taxpayers who will be af- This is unfair. It is regressive. It ben- children, expanding the child tax cred- fected who earn under $200,000. You can efits the people who need the help the it, and simplifying the Tax Code, which see that the majority of the benefit least, and it hurts the people who need is something I think we can all agree that our Democratic colleagues seek to our attention and help the most. Ask- needs to be done. For the millions of confer is on the wealthiest people in ing Texans and all Americans to some- Texans who were filled with dread sim- the country. how foot the bill for $700 billion so that

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:54 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.026 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6067 the folks who live in these high-tax cit- Hypocrisy is when the party of the why Governor Murphy and New Jer- ies and States can get a $60,000 tax cut rich—now the party that gave $1 tril- sey’s legislative leaders took action to is something I am simply unwilling to lion in the Trump tax bill to the larg- protect homeowners from getting ham- participate in. I urge all of my col- est corporations, with most of it going mered. They adopted a program, as did leagues to vote against this resolution to the wealthiest one-tenth of 1 per- over 30 other States. And, by the way, of disapproval. cent—now says it is for the working these States, or all these red States, I yield the floor. guy. Amazing. Hypocrisy is when donor are not the ‘‘blue States’’ or wealthy The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- States, like my State of New Jersey, States. These are States that adopted ator from Wyoming. give moocher States—those that actu- similar provisions before the Trump Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I ally receive far more than they give to tax bill that were getting the benefit of echo what my colleague said about S.J. the Federal Treasury—say that some- a local tax credit for charitable con- Res. 50, a congressional resolution of how we should continue to pay more. tributions to nonprofits set up by local disapproval we are being asked to vote Yet that is overwhelmingly the reality governments. They adopted a program on this afternoon. I agree with the Sen- that is going on. In fact, I find the that 30-some other States have in the ator from Texas. It is a mistake. It is comments of some of my colleagues books in some form. wrong. I think he used the words ‘‘iron- here to be pretty ironic. In return, taxpayers could receive a ic,’’ ‘‘mistaken,’’ and ‘‘duplicitous.’’ I I urge the Senate to reject these new property credit worth up to 90 percent would call this Democratic proposal IRS rules that are designed to block ef- of their contribution. Other States the height of hypocrisy. That is what forts by homeowners across America to have long used similar charitable con- we are looking at right here, and I am avoid the Trump tax law’s harmful tribution programs. For example, in planning to oppose it. caps on their State and local tax de- Alabama, there is a 100-percent tax Two years ago, the Republicans ductions. credit available for contributions to passed major tax reform for this coun- I thank Leader SCHUMER and Rank- private school scholarship funds. In try. What we wanted to do was to make ing Member WYDEN for the opportunity Missouri, one program incentivizes do- the Tax Code simpler, make it fairer, to exercise our authority under the nations to shelters for survivors of do- and have people pay less, and that is Congressional Review Act to stop these mestic abuse. In Florida, there are pro- what we have seen. To do it, we have IRS rules from taking effect. grams that actually go to an education also eliminated some tax deductions It was 2 years ago when President for the wealthy. One was the State and fund and to a conservation fund. I Trump and his allies rammed their cor- could go through the list of these 32 local tax deduction that was specifi- porate tax bill through Congress. They cally aimed at the wealthy. We elimi- States that had charity tax-credit pro- promised middle-class families thou- nated it. That is what our goal was—to grams across the country, which now sands of dollars in tax relief and $4,000 eliminate those sorts of deductions so the IRS rules are nullifying, and which raises in their salaries. Instead, all that people all across the country all of those States—and many of my they got was $1.5 trillion more in debt could see the benefits of tax reform. Republican colleagues who represent Let’s be clear about who will be bene- and an economy that was even more them—are now facing. What was com- fiting by the Congressional Review Act rigged in favor of big corporations and pletely acceptable and the IRS had no that is being proposed to be voted on wealthy CEOs. problem with now is not acceptable Of course, as bad as the tax bill is for today. There will be 94 percent of the whatsoever. benefits going to those with incomes the whole country, it is even worse for The IRS long respected these pro- over $200,000. Those aren’t the people States like New Jersey. That is be- grams. So I was hopeful that New Jer- who need tax relief in this country. cause, even after borrowing over $1.5 sey’s charitable contribution credits We made choices when passing tax trillion from China, the President still would provide relief to homeowners reform. We wanted to provide tax relief can’t pay for his deficit-exploding cor- suffering under the Trump tax scam for the middle class, and we wanted to porate tax cuts. Where are all of my and would be treated the same as all of double the child tax credit. It worked. colleagues—all of those deficit hawks— these 32 other States. We wanted to double the standard de- who talked about exploding deficits Unfortunately, as soon as New Jersey duction, and that worked. We wanted and debt? They are silent. and other States took action, the IRS to lower the tax rates as well. The re- Even though he couldn’t have enough reversed course and issued new regula- sults are that a great majority of of this $1.5 trillion of borrowing, what tions, hamstringing this long-accepted American households are actually pay- did President Trump do? He dipped into type of charitable contribution pro- ing less in taxes today than they were the wallets of New Jersey’s and other gram. before. States’ middle classes by gutting the These are harmful regulations for all We have also had this great boost to State and local tax deductions they of the 32 States that are represented the economy. We have more people used to write off, their property taxes. through some of these programs, and working and one of the lowest unem- In 2016, $1.8 million, or around 40 per- the Senate has an opportunity to pro- ployment rates we have seen. We have cent of New Jersey’s taxpayers, de- tect all of those 32 States’ charitable seen wages and incomes grow. We have ducted their property and State income contribution programs. seen the unemployment rate drop to a taxes from their Federal returns. That Look, in an ideal world, New Jersey’s 50-year low. We have also seen eco- average was about $18,000 per deduc- charitable contribution credit wouldn’t nomic growth beat all previous pre- tion. More than 80 percent of those who be necessary because Congress would dictions. That is what we have gotten deducted earned less than $200,000. So uphold the full state and local tax de- with the tax reform—the tax relief— to say that the Trump tax law was a duction as a bedrock principle of our that the Republicans have passed and giant hit job on New Jersey’s middle Tax Code. As a matter of fact, it is the that President Trump has signed into class is no exaggeration, for already oldest deduction in the history of the law. The Republicans are going to con- New Jersey families are paying the code, and it is a principle that I would tinue to focus on keeping taxes low for price. especially expect my Republican col- all Americans. Earlier this month, new data from leagues to stand up for. The best description I have heard of ProPublica revealed that because of Since the Federal income tax cre- this proposal is that it seems to be an the new $10,000 cap on property tax de- ation in 1913, the State and local tax effort to give tax breaks to rich people ductions, home values in New Jersey deduction has encouraged States to in blue States. have taken a huge hit. In fact, home stand on their own feet. It encourages I yield the floor. values in Essex County, NJ, declined States to make smart investments The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- more than those of any other county in that, at the end of the day, make them ator from New Jersey. America. less reliant on Federal handouts. Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I And according to nj.com, of over 30 In New Jersey, we know that when guess if you live long enough and are counties across the Nation suffering we invest in public schools, we prepare around here long enough, you get to the largest dip in home values, 16 of our students to succeed in high-paying hear it all. them are in the Garden State. That is fields. In New Jersey, we know that

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.029 S23OCPT1 S6068 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 when we invest in mass transit, we tion to this problem. I have introduced ing progress and that they are opti- connect workers to new jobs and oppor- the Stop Attacking Local Taxpayers mistic that they can get to yes. tunities. In New Jersey, we know that Act, or SALT Act, to restore the full But conspicuously absent from their when we invest in public health and deductibility of State and local taxes. pronouncements are any mention of a law enforcement, we all do better be- Under my bill, the more you pay in date or timeline. With every passing cause our streets are safer and our fam- property and State taxes, the more re- month, these seem less like good-faith ilies are healthier. lief you get. It is the exact opposite of assurances and more like stalling tac- It is no coincidence that New Jersey what the Trump tax bill says, which is tics. is one of the most economically pro- that the higher the cost of living is in The new Congress has been seated for ductive States in the Nation, to the your State and the more you pay in more than 10 months now. How long is betterment of all Americans, especially State and local taxes, the more you it going to take before this can come those in less productive States—donor owe the Federal Government come tax up? State versus moocher States. time. It is double taxation. It makes no Ambassador Lighthizer, more than Isn’t that a good thing? Isn’t a sense. any other Trade Representative I can State’s right to set its own tax policies The SALT Act deserves the full con- recall, has gone above and beyond to a right worth defending? sideration of the Senate, but in the accommodate the other party’s policy For as long I can remember, I have meantime, we should use the oppor- demands. For nearly a year now, heard my Republican colleagues talk tunity before us today to help hard- Lighthizer has worked with House about self-reliance, about personal re- working homeowners suffering from Democrats to find solutions on issues sponsibility, about protecting not pun- the Trump tax law. We should help of concern to them, like labor, environ- ishing success, and about States’ these 32 States—overwhelmingly, most ment, intellectual property, and en- rights. Well, the Trump tax law was of them, Republican—that have a tax forcement. nothing short of a massive tax on the credit program be able to sustain that I am beginning to wonder if Demo- success of States like New Jersey and program for the benefits of the deci- crats are interested in reaching a com- the State rights of States like New Jer- sions they made in their States and for promise at all. It is looking more like sey. the purposes they made, whether it be they would prefer to deprive the ad- Likewise, I have heard Republicans education, conservation, or whatever ministration of a victory, even if it talk about States’ rights and the vir- else, that now are nullified by the IRS comes at the expense of the American tues of federalism. Well, guess what. rule. people. That should not stand. The State and local tax deduction is a Join us, and let’s exercise our power Earlier this month, I wrote a column bedrock of federalism. with the Congressional Review Act to with Congressman KEVIN BRADY, the Today’s CRA vote is an opportunity do what is right—to protect middle- ranking Republican on the House Ways for my colleagues across the aisle to class families throughout the Nation and Means Committee. We wrote that actually stand up for those principles from higher property tax burdens, to time would tell if Democrats cared of self-reliance, of States’ rights, and protect States and their right to deter- more about undermining President federalism; to walk the walk, instead mine how their taxpayers will ulti- Trump than helping the American of just talking the talk, and to pre- mately receive the benefits for making economy and job creation as a result of serve the programs of these 32 States investments in education, for making it. Today, it is looking more like the with charity tax credit programs that investments in conservation, and for former than the latter. are now all threatened of being extin- making investments in a whole host of If the USMCA is not brought up for a guished by the IRS’s determination. issues, that these States, in their vote in the House very soon, Demo- I want to close by sharing a con- rightful judgment, decided were per- crats will have a price to pay next year stituent letter I received earlier this fectly fine and that were always upheld when the American people have a year about what the property tax de- by the IRS and are now nullified by the chance to weigh in. There is little duction meant to one New Jersey fam- Internal Revenue Service’s decision. Americans dislike more in politics ily. That is what we have an opportunity than zero-sum, oppose-the-other-party This past April, Leigh, from Budd to turn around, and I hope we will. politics, no matter the cost. Lake, wrote: I yield the floor. The USMCA would create hundreds My husband and I just did our taxes The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. of thousands of jobs, protect American today—and for the first time ever—we owe PERDUE). The Senator from Iowa. industries, and provide confidence to money. And not just a little, hundreds. UNITED STATES-MEXICO-CANADA TRADE U.S. businesses and innovators to in- We own a home and for the first time we AGREEMENT vest right here in America. were not able to itemize our deductions; our Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, be- That is what Democrats seem willing deductions in fact were cut in half. to sacrifice by inaction on the USMCA. There is no incentive to us owning our fore I address the issues before the Sen- home anymore. We are an average middle ate right now, I would like to express But Democrats are making the wrong class family paying a mortgage and trying to some concern I have about whether the political calculus. This underestimates raise three kids. I’m tired of our family United States-Mexico-Canada Agree- the intelligence of the American voter being collateral damage in yet another polit- ment will be able to get done this year. and their ability to sniff out a phony. ical fight. I come to the floor today to express President Trump has done his job. He Leigh is absolutely right. New Jersey growing worry. The Democratic-con- has renegotiated a trade deal that families shouldn’t have to foot the bill trolled House of Representatives looks nearly everyone besides a few congres- for massive handouts for big corpora- increasingly less likely to act this year sional Democrats can agree is better tions. on the United States-Mexico-Canada than its predecessor we know as To add insult to injury, while the Agreement. That threatens passage of NAFTA. new IRS rules crack down on New Jer- the trilateral trade deal this Congress, It is now up to the House of Rep- sey’s efforts to save families like as next year is a Presidential election resentatives to do their job and bring Leigh’s money, last fall the Treasury year. this deal to a vote. If they don’t act Department made clear that corpora- It has been about a year since the up- soon, the American people will hold tions—listen to this—could continue to dated trade agreement with Canada them accountable a year from now. benefit from the same exact kind of and Mexico was signed by the leaders S.J. RES. 50 workaround. Corporations can con- of the three nations. It is a whole year, Now to the issue before the U.S. Sen- tinue to benefit from the same kind of and Democrats have still failed to act. ate—the State and local tax deduction. workaround. Every day that passes, Americans are This week, Democrats are using the How is that for protecting the little losing out on economic benefits of the Congressional Review Act to force a guy? How is that for hypocrisy? USMCA. House Democrats seem to vote on a resolution that would effec- It is not fair. It is not right. Our con- have no sense of urgency. For months tively repeal an IRS regulation aimed stituents deserve better. So we will now, House Democrats have said they at preventing millionaires and billion- continue to push for a long-term solu- are working on it, that they are mak- aires from exploiting a tax loophole.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.030 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6069 This loophole would allow top income the recently enacted programs, these tually see any benefit. Ninety-seven earners to save billions of dollars in older programs were not specifically percent of these taxpayers wouldn’t see Federal taxes annually. designed to circumvent Federal tax law even one penny of benefit from taking New York City hedge fund and pri- when they were enacted. These pre- away the SALT cap. vate equity managers would most as- existing tax credit programs were tar- So, very simply, there you have it. suredly be some of the biggest bene- geted at giving taxpayers the option of The same Democrats who have criti- ficiaries under this loophole. At the funding certain nontraditional govern- cized the 2017 tax bill as supposedly same time, the taxpayers with incomes mental activities, such as providing benefiting only the wealthy—can you under $50,000 would see virtually no underprivileged children scholarships believe it?—are now actively pushing benefit. or to set aside land for conservation. an agenda that would overwhelmingly In this case one might think my My Democratic colleagues have benefit the wealthy. This goes to show Democratic colleagues would be cheer- painstakingly tried to defend these how off-base Democratic criticism of ing on the Treasury Department and scams by claiming they are efforts to tax reform really is, as we have heard the Internal Revenue Service for tak- alleviate State tax burdens on the mid- it over the last 2 years. ing decisive actions and shutting down dle class; however, this argument Far from being a giveaway to the this loophole for the wealthy. But this doesn’t even pass the laugh test. It is wealthy, the tax reform passed in 2017 doesn’t seem to be the case. Demo- undeniable that these workarounds was a concerted effort to provide tax crats—and only Democrats—including will overwhelmingly benefit the super- relief for everybody. Republicans ac- complished this tax cut for everybody the Democratic minority leader, are wealthy, while the middle class will re- primarily by lowering tax rates across arguing in favor of allowing wealthy ceive little or no benefit. the board, but we also did it by repeal- taxpayers to exploit this loophole. I was pleased to see that at least one ing or limiting certain regressive tax Moreover, predominantly Democratic Senate Democrat was willing to be benefits, such as the deduction for States have been promoting and be- honest about this last night here on State and local taxes, the SALT provi- moaning the loss of this loophole. the Senate floor. Senator BENNET of sions we are talking about. We then The loophole I am talking about is a Colorado put it this way: concerted effort by predominantly only used that revenue to increase benefits The vast majority of the benefits of repeal- that better target low- to middle-in- Democrat States to help their wealthi- ing the SALT cap would go to high-income est residents get around the $10,000 cap Americans. Repeal would be extremely cost- come taxpayers. For example, we dou- on the deduction of State and local ly, and for that same cost, we could advance bled the child tax credit from $1,000 to taxes, which has come to be known by much more worthy efforts to help working $2,000 and increased the refundability the acronym SALT. and middle-class families all over the coun- of that tax credit. We also nearly dou- These efforts to get around the cap try. bled the standard deduction, to the have been called blue State SALT To illustrate this point, I have here a benefit of many lower and middle-in- workarounds. These workarounds are chart based on a nonpartisan Joint come taxpayers. We likely couldn’t essentially State-sanctioned tax shel- Committee on Taxation distribution have made those changes if we hadn’t ters where wealthy residents make analysis. They have made very clear limited the deduction for State taxes that mostly benefited the wealthy. payments to a State or local govern- through their chart showing who would Democrats who wrongly associate ment-controlled fund in exchange for benefit from repealing the cap on de- this SALT cap with a tax increase on tax credits they can use to wipe out ductions for State and local taxes. While eliminating these Treasury middle-income folks simply aren’t most or all of their State taxes. looking at the facts or at tax reform as These States then want the Federal regulations wouldn’t repeal the SALT a whole. Two years ago, Republicans Government to ignore this sleight of cap entirely, it would effectively make created a tax cut for an overwhelming hand and recognize these payments as the cap toothless, as more and more States would create workarounds. And majority of Americans. This is true fully deductible charitable contribu- even for taxpayers affected by the de- tions when they are nothing more than let’s not forget—the repeal of the cap is their ultimate goal. duction for State taxes. State tax payments. Well, that is real- Before tax reform, many upper-mid- As we can see here on the chart, the ly too cute by half. It is cheating, and dle-income taxpayers—particularly majority of the benefits from repealing these States are encouraging it, forcing those in the high-tax blue States—had the SALT cap—52 percent—would flow the rest of the country to subsidize to pay the alternative minimum tax. to taxpayers with incomes exceeding $1 these tax shelters for the wealthy. We refer to that as the AMT. For any- The Treasury Department and the million. Let’s think about that just for one who used to pay the AMT, after IRS have correctly determined that a minute. Less than half of 1 percent of you struggled through the incredible these workarounds are contrary to the all tax returns report income exceeding complexity of the AMT rules, you real- Federal tax law and have issued sen- $1 million. Yet, according to the Joint ized an unfortunate fact: The AMT sible regulations to clarify this tax Committee on Taxation, these tax- clawed back the deduction for your treatment. In doing so, they applied payers would receive 52 percent of the State tax payments. Therefore, many longstanding tax principles that deny a tax benefit if this resolution of dis- of these taxpayers saw little or no ben- charity deduction to the extent the approval went through. Another 42 per- efit from this deduction before tax re- taxpayer receives something of value cent of the tax benefit would go to tax- form. in return for their charitable donation. payers with incomes between $200,000 Democrats don’t like to admit this It is simply common sense. and $1 million. When combined with inconvenient truth, but it is true. They Charity is by definition something those earning over $1 million, you can don’t seem to let facts interfere with done out of the goodness of your heart see that fully 94 percent of the tax ben- their political rhetoric. So, yes, these without expecting or getting some- efit would go to taxpayers with in- same taxpayers are likely now affected thing in return. That is certainly not comes over $200,000. To put this into by the SALT cap, but because Repub- the case with these workarounds. perspective, only 7 percent of tax re- licans largely did away with the AMT— There is no charity involved. In fact, turns report income exceeding this at the same time, lowering everybody’s once taking into account both the level. tax rates—they still received a tax cut. State tax credit and the charitable de- Now compare this to taxpayers with Let’s not forget that these taxpayers duction at the Federal level, a tax- incomes under $200,000, which is about no longer have to deal with the mind- payer could actually receive a tax ben- 93 percent of all taxpayers. According numbing complexity of the AMT. Now efit that exceeds the dollar value of to the Joint Committee on Taxation, a question: Do Democrats really want their so-called donation. That is not this group would receive a measly 6 middle-income families to have to go charity; that is a tax scam. percent of the benefit from repealing back to the nonsense of figuring out Some have attempted to justify this the cap on State tax deductions, as the the alternative minimum tax every tax scam by pointing to State tax cred- Democrats are proposing. Only a hand- year? it programs that existed prior to the ful of taxpayers with incomes under I have heard Democrats try to justify existence of the SALT cap, but unlike $200,000—or about 3 percent—would ac- their efforts to undermine the SALT

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.031 S23OCPT1 S6070 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 cap by claiming it was part of some ne- class is overblown,’’ said Kim Rueben, the di- and the same quarter this year. Sales prices farious plot against blue States. That rector of the State and Local Finance Initia- for luxury homes (average price $2 million) is simply not true. Yes, more taxpayers tive at the Tax Policy Center. ‘‘If there’s plummeted 22% during the same period, ac- in blue States are affected by the cap going to be any effect of the SALT limit on cording to appraiser Miller Samuel Inc. and the ability of some states to have progres- brokerage Douglas Elliman Real Estate. given the high State taxes those States sive taxes it’s too early to know that yet.’’ Almost half of income taxes paid to Cali- impose on their residents, but the fact fornia, New York and New Jersey are from TAXABLE INCOME is, on average, every income group in the wealthiest 1% of earners. If they were to every State saw a tax cut under the In some ways, the $10,000 limit on state and move in large enough numbers, those states local tax deductions—SALT—is saving states 2017 tax cut bill. This isn’t just coming could be in trouble. New York, New Jersey, money by lowering their borrowing costs. Connecticut and Maryland sued the Trump from this Senator, CHUCK GRASSLEY, That’s because investors seeking to reduce but an analysis by the liberal Institute administration last year to invalidate the their tax bill are plowing a record-setting $10,000 cap, saying that it unfairly targets on Taxation and Economic Policy. In amount of cash into municipal bonds, driv- them. States have sought to pass loopholes addition, recent filing season data re- ing interest rates lower. The extra yield that around the limit and there’s a push in Con- leased by H&R Block shows that, on investors demand to compensate for the risk gress to reverse it. average, residents of even high-tax of holding Illinois general-obligation bonds, But migration rates in high tax states States received a tax cut. for instance, has fallen to the lowest since most affected by SALT are below pre-reces- We have also heard fears that the cap May 2015, according to data compiled by sion levels, and generally in-line with U.S will negatively affect blue State reve- Bloomberg. trends, Moody’s Investors Service said in States are also benefiting from a broader nues, as higher income taxpayers flee April. Jobs, housing and the weather influ- tax base because the law eliminated some ex- ence migration more than taxes, according to lower tax jurisdictions. But con- emptions and limited deductions, like mort- to Moody’s analyst Marcia Van Wagner. cerns about such an exodus aren’t new gage interest. Since states that levy income ‘‘Armageddon hasn’t resulted from the and didn’t start because of the cap; taxes use federal adjusted gross income or changes to SALT, but it still may be too they started because of sky-high taxes taxable income as the base, they have more early to measure its impact,’’ said Matt Dal- in those very same States. income to tax. ton, chief executive officer of Rye Brook, In November of 2017, prior to the en- Still, the nerves of Democratic governors New York-based Belle Haven Investments, actment of this tax cut and reform bill, and their budget officers frayed in December which manages $9 billion of municipal bonds. the Wall Street Journal wrote about when income tax collections plunged by ‘‘You see more mansions listed in New York. more than 30 percent from the prior Decem- ‘‘The Great Progressive Tax Escape.’’ Manhattan real estate sales just had their ber. Cuomo was quick to call the tax law worst quarter in a decade.’’ This article focused on IRS tax return ‘‘politically diabolical’’ and an act of ‘‘eco- data between 2012 and 2015 that showed Mr. GRASSLEY. As this article high- nomic civil war’’ against the middle class. lights, revenue for blue States this tax billions of dollars in taxable income Then April came. leaving high-tax States for low-tax New York collected $3.4 billion more in season were up, not down. The ratings agency Moody’s released States due to taxpayer migration. Last personal income tax revenue last month a report in April saying that there time I checked, there was no SALT cap than a year earlier, a 57% increase, accord- were no discernible signs that individ- between 2012 and 2015. While there is ing to Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Cali- fornia took in $19.2 billion in April, exceed- uals were fleeing high-tax States as a some anecdotal evidence that taxpayer ing Governor Gavin Newsom’s estimate by $4 result of the SALT cap. However, even migration might be starting to in- billion. if taxpayer migration were to occur as crease due to the cap, it is not entirely New Jersey had a record April with tax clear at this point. a result of the cap, the answer to the collections up 57%, allowing it to boost fore- problem isn’t repealing the SALT cap; Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- casts for the year by $377 million and trig- sent that a Bloomberg article from gering a political battle over how to spend it is for States to look in their own May of this year titled ‘‘Blue States the windfall. Illinois individual and cor- backyard at their own tax-and-spend Warned of a SALT Apocalypse. It porate tax revenue was $1.5 billion more than policy. Hasn’t Happened’’ be printed in the projected, allowing Governor J.B. Pritzker The truth is, these State politicians to scrap a plan to put off pension payments. RECORD. aren’t concerned about their own tax- There being no objection, the mate- TIMING CHANGE payers. What they are really worried rial was ordered to be printed in the April personal income tax collections in 28 about is their continued ability to RECORD, as follows: states and Washington increased by $16.3 bil- gouge those taxpayers with ever-in- [May 21, 2019] lion, or 36.2% year-over-year to $61.4 billion, creasing State and local taxes, which Bank of America Corp. said. BLUE STATES WARNED OF A SALT used to be subsidized by taxpayers from ‘‘SALT caps do not appear to be a broad APOCALYPSE. IT HASN’T HAPPENED other States through the Federal Tax system risk to state credit quality at this (By Martin Z Braun) Code because there was no SALT cap. point,’’ S&P Global Ratings said recently. In closing, I want to turn back to To listen to New York Governor Andrew A big reason for the sharp bounce-back Cuomo, the 2017 Republican tax overhaul after December’s deep revenue declines in this very chart, the same one I dis- that limited state and local deductions to New York and other high-tax states: The cussed earlier. For Democrats still on $10,000 was a devastating blow. The rich SALT limits caused some people to change the fence as to whether to vote to re- would flee, the middle class would suffer and when they paid their taxes. Wealthy tax- peal the IRS regulations on the SALT blue state budgets would bleed. payers in December 2017 accelerated big tax work-arounds, you ought to study this Perhaps this will come to pass over time, payments to take advantage of the unlimited chart very closely. but so far, there are almost no signs of it. state and local tax deduction before it ex- I ask a question to the other side: New York, in fact, saw revenue rise $3.7 pired. Then, with the SALT deduction billion in April from a year earlier, thanks Could you, with a straight face, argue capped, that incentive evaporated and tax- that a vote to protect these work- to a shift in timing of taxpayer payments, a payers waited until this April to pay their stock market that rallied through much of 2018 taxes. arounds is not a vote to provide a mas- 2018 and a decade-long economic expansion Also, some individuals failed to adjust sive tax cut for the wealthy? This that’s pushed national unemployment to a their W-4s after the passage of the tax law. chart shows it is helping the wealthy. 50-year low. Similar windfalls arrived in New So people who underwithheld received more For Democrats who intend to vote Jersey, California and Illinois—states that, in their paychecks since then but had to pay for this tax scam anyway, I don’t want like New York, had warned of dire con- more tax in April or received lower refunds. to hear any more long-winded speeches sequences from the law. And it turns out that tax refunds across TRENDING INLINE about how the tax bill of 2017 benefited the U.S. in 2019—those once-a-year checks Still, there are some indications that resi- the wealthy. The fact is, after tax re- from Uncle Sam that people use to pay cred- dents in high-tax states are fretting about form, the wealthy now shoulder a larg- it card debt from Christmas or buy a wash- the law. Thirteen percent of house-hunters er share of Federal tax burden than ing machine—were roughly the same size as in both New York and California said they they did under the prior law. a year earlier. In all, about 64% of American have started looking for homes in states This was made possible by reforms to households paid less in individual income tax with lower taxes, according to a recent sur- regressive tax expenditures, such as vey by brokerage Redfin Corp. for 2018 than they would have had the Tax our capping the SALT deduction. What Cut and Jobs Act not become law, according In Westchester County, where a typical to the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center. property tax bill for a single family home is is more, these reforms allow us to tar- ‘‘Any comment that says this is an eco- more than $17,000, the average sales price de- get more tax relief to lower and mid- nomic civil war that would gut the middle clined 7.6% between the first quarter of 2018 dle-income taxpayers.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.033 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6071 State work-arounds through the the scale on behalf of Republicans, and them. I am going to have some more SALT cap are nothing more than it certainly shouldn’t be using what very shortly. There, folks have a State-sanctioned tax shelters. By vot- amounts to a phony regulatory jus- chance to really see what your prior- ing to undermine that cap, Democrats tification to fix this extraordinarily ities are. are voting to enrich the wealthy tax- poorly drafted law. The question here is, Are your prior- payers whom they persistently have While Donald Trump certainly in- ities with folks at home, with these vilified as not paying enough. More- tended for these regulations to hurt State charities that I have empha- over, they put the tax relief provided middle-class families in some parts of sized—everything from conservation to to the middle class in jeopardy. the country in Democratic States and healthcare, to children? Are you going I yield the floor. protect Republican interests, the bad to support the State charities doing The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- news for my Republican colleagues— that important work or are you going ator from Oregon. and this is why so many Republican to continue to support the Department Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I want to Senators are writing the Treasury De- of the Treasury with their incredibly make sure the Senate and the country partment, talking about why their flawed regulations to hammer these understand what this debate is all State charities are getting hammered. State charities? about. The regulations produced by the Treas- I hope Senators from all sides—from Senate Republicans have been writ- ury Department are overly broad, and those 33 States that I have just ticked ing letters to the Department of Treas- they hurt the majority of States by ef- off—will vote to protect those charities ury saying that the Treasury SALT fectively eliminating the benefit of and join me, Senator SCHUMER, and a rule hurts their State charities. Yet those State charitable tax credit pro- host of other colleagues in voting to they have been unwilling—at least grams. These include credits that sup- get rid of the Treasury Department’s based on what I am told—to be part of port priorities like conservation, child rule and stand with us on the CRA. an effort to fix this and to support care, charitable giving, and access to With that, I yield the floor. those charities. That is what we would higher education. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- be doing in our effort today to overturn This is particularly striking, given ator from Iowa. the Treasury Department’s flawed— that the Trump tax law was already es- UNITED STATES-MEXICO-CANADA AGREEMENT deeply flawed—SALT regulations. timated to slash overall charitable giv- Ms. ERNST. Mr. President, I come to My view is that these regulations il- ing by as much as $20 million a year. the floor frustrated—frustrated by the lustrate essentially what was wrong Now on top of that, the regulations fact that it has been 327 days since with the Republicans’ 2017 tax law. that I oppose and feel so strongly about President Trump signed the USMCA, This was a law that was half-baked and coming from the Treasury Department and the House has done nothing to take rushed to shovel hundreds of billions of threaten more than 100 charitable it up. dollars to those at the top of the eco- State tax credit programs in 33 States. It is not because the House hasn’t nomic pyramid in our country. Then My Republican colleagues’ constitu- had time. They have found time to do $1.5 trillion was borrowed so that Don- ents will be hurt by these regulations, a lot of things, like continue on their ald Trump and his Republican allies just like my constituents at home. We partisan expedition toward impeaching could find a way to cover this tax cut are talking about childcare centers in the President. They passed a bill with- for cronies and donors. Colorado and Missouri; foster care or- out a pay raise for our troops, spent a Then, because they still needed rev- ganizations in Arizona; historic preser- lot of ‘‘energy’’ on the Green New Deal, enue, Republicans deliberately tar- vation groups in Kansas; charities in and one Member of the House took the geted middle-class homeowners in Iowa, Kentucky, and Mississippi; con- time to show the world she was fright- States like New Jersey, New York, servation groups in Arkansas, Iowa, ened by her garbage disposal. Maryland, and Oregon for tax in- Florida, North Carolina, South Caro- The question is, What is preventing creases. lina, and Tennessee; rural hospitals in Congress from getting the USMCA For some communities in Oregon, it Georgia, the home State of the Pre- done? is not uncommon for property tax bills siding Officer; universities in Indiana, From Humboldt County all the way alone for middle-class folks to exceed Idaho, Montana, and North Dakota; to Hamburg, IA, at my townhall meet- $10,000. But when our Republican col- and volunteer responders in Nebraska. ings or during a visit to a small busi- leagues took this flawed approach on As today’s debate proceeds, you are ness or manufacturing plants and ev- the SALT issue, they didn’t want to going to hear about these comments erywhere in between, I have been hear- listen to experts. So the Trump Treas- against these regulations that were ing one thing consistently and across ury Department stepped in, and with- submitted to the Trump administra- the board: Iowans want the USMCA out any clear authority to do so, the tion. There is a rural hospital in Geor- now. Treasury Department reversed a long- gia that was able to upgrade its heart These hard-working folks know the standing IRS provision that had al- monitors, a childcare center in Colo- impact the USMCA will have on Iowa’s lowed taxpayers a full deduction for rado that helps parents remain in the economy and the U.S. economy as a charitable contributions to State tax workforce, and a conservation group whole. There is no reason Iowans credit programs. that has preserved more than 10,000 should be waiting in limbo for this In essence, the Treasury Department acres of land in Florida’s gulf coast. agreement to be ratified. created a new rule that extended the In wrapping up, I just hope my Re- This trade agreement is a win for the $10,000 cap on State and local tax de- publican colleagues will put their con- American people, plain and simple. ductions to also include charitable con- stituents first by shielding them from Mexico has already ratified the deal, tributions to State tax credit pro- these unintended consequences of los- and Canada is well on their way. Our grams. ing their charitable tax credits and trade partners are ready. The United To make matters worse, because Re- supporting this resolution offered by States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is publican Senators began to see what an the leader, Senator SCHUMER, myself, about modernizing a trade deal with absurd approach this was, Secretary and other colleagues. two of our closest allies that would Mnuchin put together another carve- Senate Republicans have a choice. grow more than 175,000 jobs across this out for Republican interests, trying to They can keep writing letters to the country. figure out how to manage this flawed Treasury Department, complaining NAFTA was ratified in 1994. That was regulation. In effect, businesses using about the regulations that hammer 3 years before Wi-Fi became available these same workarounds to fund pri- their State charities, or they can join to the public, 5 years before USB drives vate school voucher programs would be us in voting to reverse this policy. I were invented, 12 years before the exempt from the regulation. Middle- just hope that Senators move to this launch of Facebook and Twitter, and 16 class families pay more; businesses pay vote, and they take the option that I years before computer tablets were on less. That is the Republican way. think is the only one you can explain sale. None of us are living with 1994 My view is that the Treasury Depart- to the folks at home in a townhall technology, so why should we be living ment shouldn’t be putting its thumb on meeting. I have had more than 950 of with a 1994 trade policy?

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.035 S23OCPT1 S6072 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 President Trump understands the engaged in $16.6 billion worth of cross- every corner of our great State need to need to modernize trade with two of border commerce. contact their Representative in the our closest allies, and that is why he Exports to Canada and Mexico sup- House and tell them to encourage negotiated a great trade deal with Mex- port Arizona jobs across a broad vari- Speaker PELOSI to bring this bill to the ico and Canada—the USMCA. Passing ety of industries. In 2018, Arizona com- floor immediately. Let’s pass USMCA the USMCA will allow us to compete in panies exported $2.3 billion worth of now. today’s 21st century economy. It will computer and electrical products, $1.4 I yield the floor. provide folks back home in Iowa with billion in appliances, $928 million in The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- some certainty—certainty in a time transportation equipment, and $796 ator from Tennessee. where prices have been low and mar- million in machinery to Canada and Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. President, as kets have been eroded from other trade Mexico. Arizona miners exported $1 bil- our colleagues can hear, we are on the wars. lion in minerals and ores, and Arizona floor talking about the USMCA and the Iowans want and need USMCA. Can- farmers exported almost $600 million in need to get this agreement passed. It ada and Mexico are our States’ top two agricultural goods. One out of five Ari- really is frustrating. I feel as if we have trading partners. In 2018 alone, we ex- zona manufacturers export to Canada come to the floor, time and again, to ported $6.6 billion worth of products to and Mexico, and most of those are encourage our friends in the House, and our neighbors to the north and to the small and medium-sized businesses. It I guess we are all but begging them to south. Trade with Canada and Mexico is not too hard to see how much Ari- take a pause from their political agen- directly increases the value of Iowan zona communities, farmers, ranchers, da and take one vote—just one vote exports like beef, adding $70 in value to manufacturers, and business owners that is going to make a tremendous each head that comes from the State. stand to gain from Congress finalizing amount of difference in the lives of In case you didn’t know it, Mexico is the USMCA. businesses, of our auto manufacturers, the No. 1 consumer of Iowa corn. I was A few weeks ago, I was honored to our farmers, our chemical producers, up in Northwest Iowa a couple of weeks host Vice President PENCE in the and workers. ago visiting with one Iowa corn farmer, Grand Canyon State. One of our stops Our friends across the aisle like to and he said that if we were able to get took us to Caterpillar’s proving say they are all for the workers. Well, the USMCA deal done, it would have a grounds in Green Valley, AZ, where the if you are all for the workers, let me direct impact—positive—on his farm. company tests their impressive ma- tell you something, there are 12 mil- It is not just our farmers who will chinery and trains operators on new lion—get that—12 million workers who benefit from the USMCA; it is also our equipment. are directly impacted by the benefits With roughly 660 full-time employees businesses and our manufacturers. I that would come from the USMCA, and in our State, Caterpillar knows what a was visiting with some business leaders this is across every single industrial critical role cross-border commerce— at a roundtable in Des Moines, and sector. and the passage of USMCA—is for Ari- time and again they told me how im- As I have been about Tennessee, what zona. Caterpillar recycles 150 million portant it is that we get this trade deal I have heard from so many is a simple tons of scraps a year to create new done and in place. question: When are you going to pass products. This kind of innovation All of this leaves me scratching my this? How long is it going to take? We should be promoted, not penalized. head, wondering when the House is have heard that you have people in lo- USMCA encourages this kind of inno- going to do what Americans are de- gistics, people who are in farming, and vation by specifically prohibiting re- manding. When will they stop obstruct- people who are in every single part of strictions on remanufactured goods. In ing the good work done by our Presi- the economy who are saying: Why turn, companies like Caterpillar are can’t you get this done? dent to get a deal in place? not penalized but encouraged to be House Democrats need to do their job We all know there is support that we thoughtful in their environmental foot- so Iowa farmers, manufacturers, and hear about—bipartisan support—wide print. bipartisan support in the other Cham- business owners can do theirs. Now is I made many other visits to local ber and, indeed, wide bipartisan sup- the time to pass the USMCA. businesses this year and heard straight I yield the floor. from Arizonans about why we need to port here in the Senate, but for some The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- get this deal passed and now. The reason, they just can’t seem to find the ator from Arizona. USMCA opens doors for Arizona to con- time to schedule the bill and call the Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. President, I come tinue leading in the aerospace, finan- vote. to the floor to speak in support of the cial services, film and digital media, America is waiting on them to take USMCA, and I appreciate all of my and bioscience sectors. It enhances in- this vote. There are 120,000 small and other colleagues who are speaking out tellectual property protections and will midsize American businesses that will as well. benefit Arizona’s emerging automotive be able to continue exporting their Almost a year has passed since Presi- sector by requiring at least 75 percent goods to customers in Canada and Mex- dent Trump signed the U.S.-Mexico- of a car to be built with North Amer- ico. Do you know what is significant? Canada Agreement and notified Con- ican parts in order for it to be sold These businesses, small and midsize gress of the administration’s intention duty-free. Arizona’s farmers and ranch- businesses, are located in every single to enter into the deal. Legislation to ers will have new opportunities to ex- one of our States. implement the agreement must origi- port dairy, eggs, wheat, chicken, and The updated customs and trade rules nate and be approved first in the U.S. turkey products to Canada. are certainly going to make sure that House of Representatives and then the Earlier this month, Speaker PELOSI even startups are able to participate in U.S. Senate, where it will pass with a said about USMCA that her Demo- this cross-border economy. I have strong bipartisan vote, including mine. cratic caucus in the House was ‘‘on a talked to so many new-start businesses This modernization of NAFTA mat- path to yes.’’ Well, with less than two that are coming through our univer- ters for Arizona businesses, hard-work- dozen legislative days remaining in sities and our entrepreneur centers, ing citizens, and families. Mexico has 2019, I sure hope that is true, and I and they say: We want to make certain already ratified USMCA, and Canada is would encourage them to get to yes that we have access to markets around in the process of doing so. Congress now. the globe. needs to pass USMCA without any fur- The USMCA is good for our country, Isn’t this great? They are not just ther delay. and too much time has passed without thinking locally or regionally. Some of Simply put, USMCA is a win for Ari- any House action. During these divided these talented young Americans, what zona. Trade with Mexico and Canada is times, this is a proposal that should are they doing? They are thinking key to Arizona jobs and opportunities. bring both sides of the aisle together. globally. They are planning ahead for Almost 50 percent of all Arizona ex- It is good for America, and it is good decades of productivity. This is going ports go to Mexico and Canada, and for Arizona. to ease regulations for our dairy and more than 228,000 Arizona jobs rely on USMCA is a clear win for my con- beef and pork farmers who are in Ten- this trade. In 2018, Arizona and Mexico stituents in Arizona. Arizonans in nessee.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.037 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6073 Indeed, I was out in the past couple mittee and a former U.S. Trade Rep- Another aspect is labor and environ- of weeks and talked with a farmer who resentative, and now I am on the Fi- mental standards, which are weak and is a cattle farmer. He came to one of nance Committee, where we deal with not enforceable in the NAFTA agree- our meetings, and I got around to ques- trade. The bottom line is that, in all of ment but are in the USMCA. That is a tions and answers. The very first ques- those years working with trade, it is a big change in and of itself. tion was, When is this going to be complicated area. It is a politically dif- This is not just a name change. This done? When is it going to be done? Why ficult area. But the bottom line is that is a fundamental change in the way in is it taking so long? There was agree- we are about 5 percent of the world’s which we relate to our neighbors to the ment between Mexico, Canada, and the population in America, and yet we south and north. United States months ago. Why can’t have 25 percent of the economy. The This handy-dandy chart I put to- this get a vote? way we do well is to sell more of our gether shows us some of the differences These are real problems for real peo- stuff to the 95 percent of the people between the two agreements. The first ple who are working real jobs and are who are outside of our borders. one has to do with economic impact. very dedicated and are working dili- It should be fair. We should have a The independent International Trade gently. The intellectual property provi- level playing field. That is the kind of Commission has done a study on this. sions that are in this bill are so signifi- context in which I look at the USMCA. They are required by law to do it. They cant for our singers, our songwriters, Does it meet these criteria, where we say that the new USMCA is going to and our musicians who call Nashville can sell more of our stuff and we have create 176,000 new jobs. That is the home, and they want to see this take a more level playing field? Yes, it does. green check under USMCA. That is a place. That is exactly what this agreement big difference right there. If we want to I have to tell you, I know that all of does. It is a good agreement, and it de- create more jobs, by the way, here are these issues I have discussed might not serves to have a vote. If it has a vote, 176,000 new jobs, and 20,000 of those jobs matter to those who are always inter- it will pass because logic, I think, will are in the auto industry. That is very ested in the 24-hour news cycle and prevail. important to our country and particu- winning the shiny object debate of the As crazy as this town is these days larly important to States like mine. day, but I will tell you this: This mat- and as partisan as things are, the logic Second, businesses in Ohio and ters to Tennesseans because Ten- of this is inescapable, which is that you around the country rely on internet nesseans exported $13.7 billion worth of have the USMCA, a good agreement, sales that we talked about earlier. transportation equipment, electronics, and then you have the status quo, Internet sales and rules for the inter- machinery, chemicals, fabricated which is NAFTA, which is not as good net are unchanged in NAFTA. Frankly, metal, appliances, paper, plastics, rub- in any respect. If you vote no on there is no chapter in NAFTA that ber, and other goods to Canada and USMCA, you are effectively voting yes deals with commerce over the internet. Mexico in 2017—a $13.7 billion export for the status quo. I don’t think that It is unbelievable. It turns out that the community to our neighbors to the will happen. I think it will pass if we USMCA does, and that is important be- north and south. can get it to the floor for a vote. cause small businesses that rely on ac- Tennessee businesses and workers Taken together, our neighbors, Can- cess to Canada and Mexico through have waited long enough, and they ada and Mexico, make up the most im- internet sales are going to have an eas- want to see the House take action and portant foreign markets for U.S. prod- ing of their customs burdens for small- the vote be completed and the USMCA ucts, and not just for Ohio. In fact, ac- value products. They will have data lo- become a reality. cording to the recent data we have, calization protections. They will have I yield the floor. one-third of all American exports in a prohibition on Mexico and Canada re- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. ROM- 2019 this year have already gone to quiring that there be localization of NEY). The Senator from Ohio. Mexico or Canada, well ahead of any the data in those countries. Finally, Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I ap- other foreign markets. So trade with this prohibits tariffs on data, which we preciate the comments from my col- Mexico and Canada is now responsible don’t have now. These are all impor- league from Tennessee about the im- for 12 million jobs nationally. Every tant key elements in the agreement to portance of this agreement in her single State represented here has jobs keep our internet economy moving. So State, and I can tell you it is also im- related to this. under the rules for the internet econ- portant to a State a little further In Ohio, again, our No. 1 and No. 2 omy, there is a green check for the north called Ohio. Our No. 1 trading trade partners are Canada and Mexico, USMCA, and NAFTA doesn’t have it. partner, by far, is Canada and No. 2 is with 39 percent of our exports going to Let’s talk about the next subject, Mexico, and we want this agreement. Canada alone. That is twice the na- which is enforceable labor and environ- I hear about it all the time I am out tional average, by the way. So we are mental standards. In the agreement we talking to our farmers. They are con- particularly focused on Canada and have now, the NAFTA agreement, cerned about the weather. They are Mexico, which represent $28 billion in there are no labor or environmental concerned about what is going on with trade total. standards that are enforceable—none. the China market. They are concerned What I am hearing from farmers, Whereas, in the new USMCA, standards about low prices. They see this as an manufacturers, and service providers is are actually enforceable. There are opportunity. They see this as kind of that this is really important for us. So consequences if they don’t abide by the light at the end of the tunnel. we have to be sure that, because this them. This is part of the leveling of the If we can get the USMCA done, that relationship is so important, it is built playing field. Think about it. In Mex- expands markets for us and, therefore, on a solid foundation. The NAFTA ico, one of their great advantages has increases our prices and gives us a agreement which it is built on is now been lower labor costs and labor condi- chance. It is the same situation with a 25 years old. It is outdated. It has not tions—the inability to organize and so lot of manufacturers. It is amazing how kept up with the times, and it has to be on. This changes that now that we have many of them depend on Mexico and improved upon. That is what USMCA labor standards. By the way, Mexico Canada to be able to sell their prod- does. It basically says that we are in has already made changes to their ucts. This is a big deal in Ohio and a the 21st century, and we have to make labor laws because of the agreement we big deal for our country. So I am here changes to this agreement. have with them under the USMCA, today to try to urge the House of Rep- NAFTA doesn’t have things in it that which, by the way, was negotiated with resentatives to go ahead and move on one would expect in a 21st century these two countries and submitted this and then to urge the Senate to agreement. back on September 30 of last year. It take it up right away. The Trump ad- Start with the digital economy. So has been over a year. So it is about ministration negotiated a good agree- much of our economy now operates time to move it. Again, the USMCA ment. It deserves a vote. over the internet. Yet there is nothing has enforceable environmental and I am a former trade lawyer—a recov- in the current agreement, NAFTA, labor standards, and NAFTA does not. ering one—and I am also a former that protects this trade like our mod- There are some other provisions that member of the Ways and Means Com- ern agreements do. are interesting that lead to why this is

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.039 S23OCPT1 S6074 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 good for the economy. The Inter- proteins: beef, poultry, and pork. This What do we see now in trade with national Trade Commission, or the is really going to help our farmers. Canada and Mexico? We see 12 million ITC, also says that this agreement will That is why 1,000 farm groups around American jobs, more than $500 billion increase the GDP of our country, which the country have supported this agree- worth of exports, and the USMCA is the economic growth of our country, ment. would enhance and improve that. It is and, significantly, in fact, more than Again, with what is going on with good for large manufacturing. It is the Trans-Pacific Partnership did. Re- China, with the smaller markets, with good for small manufacturing. It is member that the TPP is an agreement the difficult weather we have had, and good for small business. The tech in- that a lot of Democrats have spoken the fact of low prices for commodity dustry benefits from the USMCA. As very favorably of because of its impact crops—all are real problems—this is a the Senator of Tennessee pointed out, on the economy. The USMCA actually godsend. It is really needed for our the creative industry—those people in increases our economy more than the farmers. Nashville and in Hollywood—will ben- Trans-Pacific Partnership would have. A lot of Democrats are telling me: efit also, in terms of our ability to pro- Another issue that is unusual but is ROB, this is just like the NAFTA agree- tect our intellectual property. Farm- in this agreement and is helpful to our ment in so many respects. ers, ranchers, and agribusiness will all manufacturing in Ohio and around the It is really not. It is a different benefit. country is that 70 percent of the steel agreement. The truth of the matter is We strengthen our position with re- used in manufacturing vehicles has to that this agreement is going to catch gard to China. This is not an agree- be made in the United States, Canada, us up to the 21st century with regard to ment with China, but we will be in a or Mexico. So this is a new standard our important trade relationship with stronger position to compete with that does not exist in NAFTA at all. our two neighbors to the north and China because of this. This means more steel jobs in America south. It is about improved market ac- I urge the Speaker of the House of and more heavy manufacturing jobs in cess for manufacturing and a level Representatives to bring this to a vote this country. So we have a check on playing field for workers and farmers. in the other body. There is one person USMCA, yes, with 70 percent of the It is about being sure that we have the on the face of the Earth who can bring steel. In NAFTA, there is nothing with ability in the modern digital economy this bill, and that is the Speaker of the regard to how much steel has to be to get a fair shake. Put these two House of Representatives. She needs to agreements side-by-side, and this is a coming from North America. do it, and if she does, we will see a rare It also states that, with regard to the much-needed upgrade. It has to get a opportunity for bipartisanship in the vote, and, if it does, I think it will wages in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. Congress. The House, controlled pass. United States, there would be a min- by Democrats, will pass the USMCA be- With all the improvements we talked imum wage of $16 per hour for about 40 about today, this is not just an exer- cause they know it is good for jobs and to 45 percent of this manufacturing we cise in rebranding NAFTA. This is they know it is good for families and are talking about. So any vehicle made about a new agreement that is really a working people. The Senate will pass it in Mexico or anywhere else in America big difference, and it is a binary choice. on an overwhelmingly bipartisan basis, has to be produced by workers making Are you for this new agreement, which and that ought to be refreshing. 16 bucks an hour or more. This is again is better in every respect, or are you I want to do something that I seldom about leveling the playing field, and, for the status quo, which is NAFTA? do. I am going to quote the Washington frankly, this is the kind of provision My hope is that the House will take Post. I don’t get a chance to do that that we would see in a provision nego- this to the floor, and, if they do, I very often. The Washington Post has tiated by a Democratic administration, think it will pass. It will then come to strongly endorsed USMCA. The edi- not a Republican administration. My the Senate, and I am confident that in torial board wrote recently: ‘‘USMCA Democrat friends have been calling for the Senate we will have the support to would be a real improvement over the this for years. It is in the USMCA pass this on a bipartisan basis. status quo,’’ and it went on to urge agreement, and it is good for us be- What I am most confident in is the Democrats, including many who have cause it will result in more jobs coming fact that American workers, farmers, already said they support the agree- to the United States of America, where and service providers are going to have ment, to bring the USMCA up without we have not just higher labor standards the chance to improve their economic delay. but higher wages. So 40 to 45 percent of opportunities because this agreement This is an opportunity for us to move the vehicles must be made by workers is going to be good for all of them. this economy forward. This is an op- earning $16 an hour. Check the box for There is a lot of politics going on portunity for us to join with Canada yes in USMCA and no in NAFTA. right now, and I get that. But, folks, and Mexico, which have already indi- It is another example of how this this is not even an election year. Let’s cated their support for this treaty, and agreement is one that addresses a lot finish it up this year before we get into an opportunity for bipartisanship, of the concerns the Democrats have the 2020 election year. Let’s be sure which needs to break out more in this raised over the years. When I was U.S. that before Thanksgiving, we have the building. Trade Representative, we talked a lot agreement passed in the House and So I join my colleagues. I am glad to about these issues. We talked a lot sent to the Senate to take a look at it. rise with them in support of urging the about them in the Finance Committee. It is too important. We need to keep Speaker to bring this bill to the floor, They are in this agreement. the American people first and put poli- and I urge quick adoption in the House My hope would be that Speaker tics second and get this done. and Senate. PELOSI and the Democrats in the House The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- I yield the floor. would take this into account and at ator from Mississippi. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- least allow this agreement to be voted Mr. WICKER. Mr. President, we have ator from Mississippi. on by the full House. If that happens, I been talking about the USMCA and the Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, can’t believe that logic wouldn’t pre- Senator from Ohio crammed into just a the American people elected President vail, that NAFTA versus USMCA few moments quite a bit of facts. We Trump based in part on his promise to wouldn’t result in our passing USMCA. are late in time, so I am going to try to negotiate better trade deals with for- All of these things are going to help. abbreviate my remarks. eign nations—first among them, our The one element that I think has The Senator from Ohio taught me largest trading partners, Canada and gotten the most attention in farm something a few years ago that is an Mexico. country is the fact that the dairy pro- undisputed fact: We sell twice as many The President and his administration tections in Canada have been changed goods to countries where we have trade wasted no time in working with these so we have a chance to send our dairy agreements than we do with countries two neighbors to rewrite the North products to Canada from Ohio and where we don’t. This is an opportunity American Free Trade Agreement to re- other dairy States. It is more than to expand on an already great success flect today’s economic reality. Those that. It also affects commodities— story in terms of our trade with Can- talks produced the United States- wheat, soybeans, and corn—and our ada. Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.040 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6075 which the President unveiled more We all are benefiting from the agriculture products around the globe than 1 year ago. strongest U.S. economy and lowest job- in 2017, making us the ninth largest ex- When NAFTA was written more than less rate in decades. Congress needs to porter of agriculture goods among the a quarter of a century ago, the internet do its job to help maintain and 50 States. Our farmers and ranchers de- was in its infancy and few could have strengthen this economic growth. pend on being able to do that. What we foreseen the increasingly globalized USMCA will create more certainty for are seeing right now are low com- and digital economy we have today. businesses and increase business con- modity prices in our country, which is USMCA takes us into the 21st century, fidence, which improves the state of making it very difficult for our farmers updating antiquated rules to prohibit the world’s economy. and ranchers. The best way to work out the theft of trade secrets, reward Let’s pass the United States-Mexico- of that is with trade agreements that American innovators, and improve Canada Agreement and spend more allow us to sell more globally. cross-border e-commerce, while also time on accomplishing as much as we According to the ITC, when fully im- providing increased market access for can on issues that will actually make a plemented, USMCA will increase food American businesses and benefits for difference in the lives of the American and exports to Canada and Mexico by American workers in more traditional people. $2.2 billion. This agreement secures ex- sectors like agriculture and manufac- I yield the floor. isting market access, makes ag trade turing. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- fair, increases access to the Canadian Market access is very important to ator from North Dakota. market, supports innovation in agri- agriculture and to our Nation’s econ- Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I rise to culture and more, which is why it is so omy in general. Ninety-five percent of support the USMCA—the United critical that we pass this legislation as the world’s population lives outside of States-Mexico-Canada Agreement— soon as we can. these United States. Without good along with my colleagues. You heard a By maintaining all zero-tariff provi- trade agreements that give us free ac- number of them already. You will hear sions on ag products, USMCA will se- cess to the world’s marketplace, we more. It is compelling. cure crucial market access in Canada cannot prosper in agriculture or any It is time to act. We are ready to go. and Mexico for our farmers and ranch- other business that depends on exports. This legislation has to start in the ers. Canada and Mexico are critical The USMCA will result in a fairer deal House under fast track. We need the markets for U.S. ag products. To give for U.S. businesses and consumers. House to move forward. There is no you some examples, Mexico is the No. 1 Today the American people should question that the bipartisan support is buyer of U.S. corn and DDGS, distillers ask why it has taken more than a year there. Bipartisan support is here in the dried grains with solubles; and Canada for the House and Senate to take up, Senate, and bipartisan support is there is the No. 2 buyer of U.S. ethanol. Ad- debate, and pass an agreement that in the House as well. It is just a matter ditionally, Mexico is the No. 2 buyer of will boost the American economy and of bringing the legislation to the floor U.S. soybean meal, oil, and whole job creation. and getting it passed. beans. Canada is the No. 4 buyer of soy- Manufacturers, farmers, and other The benefits of this agreement are businesses in my State of Mississippi bean meal and the No. 7 buyer of soy- very clear. It will increase exports, ex- bean oil. certainly want to know why we have pand consumer choice, raise wages, and not done that. The truth is, House Again, you are talking about two boost innovation throughout North Democrats have delayed taking action very large markets for ag products, for America and especially here in the because they want first to deny Presi- manufacturing products, and for tech- United States. An analysis by the U.S. dent Trump a win for as long as pos- nology—two incredibly important part- National Trade Commission found that sible and, secondly, to secure last- ners. I can go on. USMCA will raise GDP by nearly $63 minute favors for Big Labor. Again, I want to be respectful of my It is ironic that these same Demo- billion and create 176,000 jobs in the colleagues on the floor. This is one of crats and big labor groups now oppose United States. It is clear that we need those cases where it is clear. This is ab- USMCA because of environmental pro- to move forward. solutely beneficial to our country. The tections or labor rights. The truth is, The agreement will secure and ex- point is, it is a bipartisan issue. I they are largely responsible for the pand market access for our ag products think, whether you talk to Members of original NAFTA, which they now claim for an ag State like mine. It will grow the Senate or to Members of the House, incentivized a mass exodus of U.S. our manufacturing base for manufac- they will tell you this is a bipartisan companies to Mexico and decimated turing States like Ohio, whose good issue. This is a trade agreement that is our manufacturing sector. Senator is here to my right. It will pro- good for our country and good for two Unfortunately, Democrats’ inexcus- vide important modernizations for our very strong allies and neighbors. Obvi- able foot-dragging is just hurting technology sector for States like the ously, Canada and Mexico are two very American consumers and businesses. Presiding Officer’s State. It is cer- large trading partners. For years, Mississippi has worked ag- tainly a high-tech State. We have been on the floor before ask- gressively to increase the market pene- It will solidify the United States as ing for the House to advance this legis- tration of its manufactured goods and the global energy leader. We are now, lation. If we could start the legislation agricultural products in foreign mar- as you know, exporting energy in a big- here, we would. We would pass it right kets. My State exported $11.8 billion in ger way than we ever have before. This now, and we would pass it with a bipar- goods in 2018—a 61-percent increase just builds on that momentum. These tisan vote, but it requires the House to over the past decade. Foreign trade ac- are all significant wins for our States get started. I hope that all of our col- counts for almost 10 percent of Mis- individually and for this country as a leagues will visit with their counter- sissippi’s GDP. More than 50,000 work- whole. parts from their respective States in ers and large manufacturers, medium As I said, ag is certainly a big issue the House and urge that this bill be and small businesses, and farms played for us in North Dakota. The USMCA brought to the floor, passed in the a role in producing these goods for use really makes an important difference House, and delivered to the Senate so around the world but primarily to Can- and a helpful difference for us in agri- we can pass it for the President to sign ada and Mexico, my State’s largest culture. For the last 50 years, our coun- and put it into effect for Americans trade partners. try has had a trade surplus. Our farm- across this great country. The bottom line is, the USMCA rep- ers and ranchers can outcompete any- I yield the floor. resents an important new tool for Mis- one in the world. They produce the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- sissippi to expand its ability to sell highest quality, lowest cost food sup- ator from Missouri. more of what we produce to consumers ply in the world, and we have a positive Mr. BLUNT. Mr. President, this is a abroad. There is no good reason for the balance of trade in agriculture. We classic example of everything has been House to have held up this 21st century need these types of trade agreements in said but not everybody has said it yet. trade agreement, and it is time to fi- place to continue that positive balance One of the great traditions of the Sen- nally take a vote, send it to the Sen- in our agriculture trade. In my State, ate is to be sure everybody says it. We ate, and get it done. for example, we shipped $4.5 billion of are going to say it now, and we will

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.042 S23OCPT1 S6076 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 continue to say it until the House fi- things, it was hard to beat Ted Ste- After being appointed to the Senate in nally has that vote. vens’ best. He knew how to make this 1968, he established himself as a leader It has been pointed out that this place work. among leaders. Over the course of his agreement was signed well over a year He would be disappointed in the dys- time in the Senate, he chaired the Se- ago. It has been pointed out that our function we see right now, but he lect Committee on Ethics; Rules and two biggest trading partners are Mex- would be optimistic that in the great- Administration; Governmental Affairs; ico and Canada, in that order. It has est country in the world, we will figure Commerce, Science, and Transpor- been pointed out that there is lots of this out. All of us who had a chance to tation, as well as the Committee on focus on agriculture. Every State is an serve with him—I had a great relation- Appropriations. From 1977 to 1985, his agriculture State. Every State has that ship with him when I was a House colleagues chose him to be the Assist- as a significant part of their economy. Member. I learned a lot. I think of him ant Republican Leader. He led the Sen- Nobody in the world does that part of often. I miss the way he represented ate’s Arms Control Observer Group for the economy more efficiently or more his State and our country so uniquely 15 years, and he served as the President effectively than we do. So that is im- and so dynamically and so effectively. pro tempore, the senior member of the portant. It is important to realize that I look forward to not only the rec- Senate’s majority party, from 2003 to lots of other things are in trade, as ognition here on the floor that he will 2007—so leadership across all levels. well, but agriculture has to be men- receive today but the permanent rec- As one might expect, Ted was a force tioned a lot until we get this done. ognition he will receive as we today to be reckoned with. He made sure Whether I was at the Missouri State hang his portrait in the U.S. Capitol. Alaska’s voice was heard and was heard Fair in August or the roundtable meet- I yield the floor. in every debate. As such, he secured an ings I was at in our State in October, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- incredible number of legislative vic- cost comes up—$88 billion is the agri- ator from Alaska. tories that shaped both the State of cultural economy in Missouri. We are Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, as Alaska and our Nation. about the same amount. I think Sen- the Senator from Missouri has stated, He helped to settle most of Alaska’s ator HOEVEN said his State is in the top this is a significant day. This is a very Native land claims, returning 44 mil- 10. Ours is too. We export about $4 bil- special day in the Congress, as later lion acres of land to First Alaskans and lion worth of ag products. We also ex- this afternoon we are going to gather establishing a new model that empow- port pickup trucks and airplanes and to pay tribute to a truly great Senator, ered our Native peoples to create new lots of technology from our State. We the late Senator Ted Stevens from economic opportunities. Ted was in- export our fair share of beer cans and Alaska. His official portrait will be un- strumental in securing the passage of a other things that go all over the world. veiled shortly by the U.S. Senate Com- bill that enabled the construction of We are going to continue to make that mission on Art. It will be part of the our 800-mile-long Trans-Alaska Pipe- happen. U.S. Senate Leadership Portrait Col- line, which, to this day, remains the Opening markets make a big dif- lection, which honors past Presidents backbone of our State’s economy and is ference. It also makes a big difference pro tempore and past leaders. Like all a critical part of our Nation’s energy in how you look at the world. If you of the family, the friends, the col- security supply. have strong trading relationships, you leagues, and the former staff who have Ted was a guy who worked very, very are pretty careful with how you deal gathered for this occasion, I am so very hard but who also loved to fish. He with all those other relationships. We pleased that he will be memorialized loved to be outside. His focusing on need to do that. We need to have this forever here in the U.S. Capitol and fishing led him to be very concerned vote. The votes are in the House. The will be watching over all of us. about what he saw as being the over- votes are in the Senate. It is up to the There are only 38 Members who are fishing by foreign fleets, which was Speaker to bring this up. currently in the Senate who served taking place just miles off of Alaska’s I think the U.S. Trade Representa- with Ted, but I think it is important shores. So he worked across the aisle tive is working as hard with Democrats that all of us—and really every Amer- with Senator Warren Magnuson to pro- in the House as he could possibly be ex- ican—know who he was and why he so tect and sustain our fisheries into the pected to do to maybe look at those clearly deserves this honor. future. The Magnuson-Stevens law has last few things that might make this a Ted was a public servant. He was the been repeatedly reauthorized and, to better deal. ultimate public servant. He dedicated this day, still bears their names. Senator PORTMAN did a great job his life to public service. He spent more It really is impossible to overstate talking about why the choice here is if than six decades fighting for our State the beneficial impact that Ted had on you want to continue to have NAFTA— and the country he loved. His service Alaska. Now, keep in mind he came to which has been great for all three part- began during World War II, when he the Senate in 1968—less than a decade ners, Canada, Mexico, and us—or do flew as a pilot in the Army Air Corps. after Alaska had become a State. So he you want to have USMCA, which in He flew missions behind enemy lines in knew as well as anyone how tough area after area has the 20-year update China in support of the Flying Tigers. those early years of statehood were. He it needs. The stories we have heard over the knew probably as well as anyone how We need to get on with this. We need years are truly legendary of his efforts difficult life was for so many Alaskans, to get on with the activities of the day. in the war. particularly in the rural parts of our REMEMBERING TED STEVENS After the military, Ted helped Alas- State and, more than anyone else, he Mr. President, I am going to start off ka to achieve its dream of statehood. helped to change that. by saying one of the things we are He was basically Secretary Seaton’s Ted was an appropriator for a long going to do today is accept the official point man at the Department of the In- time. He was legendary in that role. He portrait of Ted Stevens, President pro terior during the Eisenhower adminis- once convinced the entire Committee tempore of the Senate—the highest of- tration. Think about what that means on Appropriations to go to Alaska for 2 fice that the Senate can possibly give to have the opportunity to shape state- weeks to see Alaska’s needs firsthand. to anybody. It is the highest office in hood for your State and then to go on The Federal funding he secured year the Senate. and serve your State at this level as he after year allowed many Alaskans to He was the chairman one time of the did for some 40 years. gain access to very basic infrastruc- Commerce Committee, chairman of the He went on to become one of the ture. We are talking water and sewer— appropriating committee, and a guy longest serving Republican Senators of things that most Americans would who flew those tough planes in the all time. In this Chamber, he rep- take for granted. He also worked to toughest areas in World War II. resented Alaska with great dignity, help develop Alaska so we would have a He was a person who always did his with great distinction over the course telemedicine network that would work. best to try to figure out the Senate and of 40 exceptional years. He was truly a He helped to facilitate bypass mail and then be sure that the Senate worked public servant. Essential Air Service for our rural for America and the Senate worked for Really, from the very beginning, Ted communities—programs and benefits Alaska. When it came to both of those was one of those special kinds of guys. that continue to this day.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6077 There is absolutely no doubt that the fense and on the Committee on Appro- home, when you visit in Alaska, you people of Alaska are better off because priations. They formed a very close re- see firsthand the impact he had. You of Ted Stevens. Many around the State lationship. They had a lot in common. see it everywhere. I often say that Ted still lovingly refer to Ted as ‘‘Uncle Obviously, they were both veterans, built Alaska and that Ted was Alaska. Ted.’’ We are happier, and we are clear- and they were both from young, off- So you can see why we named him the ly healthier. We are a safer and more shore States. Yet they looked out for ‘‘Alaskan of the 20th Century’’ and why prosperous State because of his con- one another. They had one another’s we remain so grateful for all that he tributions. Yet the same is true for backs. On committees, as I mentioned, has done for us. every American because Ted’s accom- they would be chairman and vice chair- I am happy there is now going to be plishments did not end with the State man and would trade off but would a place in the Capitol where I can visit of Alaska. He was a patriot. He was work with one another. In later years, Ted, talk to him, and think about what firmly committed to our national de- it was not uncommon to find them he might have said and about the coun- fense and the security of our country. both smoking cigars out on the pro sel he might have provided for our He had great admiration for those who tempore’s balcony in the early eve- State and our Nation. I do hope his answered the call to serve in uniform, nings, talking about what had hap- portrait will be a reminder to those of as he had. He traveled the world to pened that day or what was going to us who serve here that we can work to- visit with our troops and hear directly happen the next day. gether even on the hardest of days and from them. Another thing that folks should that, if we do, we can achieve great He was a longtime leader on the Ap- know about Ted is that he was defi- things for the American people, which propriations Subcommittee on Depart- nitely a fighter. I am told that News- sometimes might just require us to ment of Defense. He and Dan Inouye week described him as a ‘‘scrapper’’ say: To hell with politics. Just do what would kind of share the chairmanship, when he first arrived in the Senate, is right. one between the other practically. and it certainly proved to be an apt de- I am honored and privileged to be Throughout his Senate tenure, he scription throughout his tenure. Yet here with so many Alaskans, including fought tirelessly to make sure our Ted was, again, pretty clear: If Alas- Catherine, Ted’s wife, as well as many military had the best equipment, bet- ka’s interests were at stake, he was out of his children and grandchildren. I ter pay, and the needed care it sought. there to defend them. know they are overwhelmed by the He was a defender of those who de- There were times he would put on his number of friends and colleagues and fended us. Incredible Hulk tie and channel the big staff who are here to celebrate Ted’s Ted was an avid surfer when he was guy’s persona. When that happened, ev- life and legacy. young, and he recognized the impor- eryone knew to look out because Ted In channeling here, I think Ted is tance of sports in our daily lives. I can was going to the mat for Alaska on looking down on all of this and is remember a story that has gone around that day. Look out. Some suggested thinking: Enough already. This is too for so many years; that of having to that Ted had a bit of a temper. much. You all have to get back to work put his eldest daughter, Sue, on a boy’s A Senator is chuckling back there. I because, after all, we have appropria- softball team because we didn’t have a hear that. tions bills on the floor. girls’ league in Alaska at the time. So I think Ted knew that a little bit of With that, I yield to the fine Senator he championed title IX of the Edu- a temper could actually serve him from Mississippi. cation Amendments Act, which pro- pretty well, and he would usually have The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- vides equal opportunity for women to a cute, little gleam in his eye when he ator from Mississippi. participate in sports. He also authored would say, ‘‘I never lose my temper. I Mr. WICKER. Mr. President, I will the Amateur Sports Act, which created know exactly where I left it.’’ speak for only a few moments, and the U.S. Olympic Committee, and Ted was one of those guys who was then the distinguished junior Senator worked to ensure funding for physical great to his people, but when some- from Alaska will close this part of the education programs—programs, again, thing needed to be said—when it need- debate. that had that fingerprint of Ted Ste- ed to be direct and to the point—he was The senior Senator from Alaska men- vens from so many years prior. not going to shy away from it. That tioned that only 38 of us have actually I can go on and on about Ted’s ac- was another part of what really made served with Senator Ted Stevens. Of complishments. His legislative accom- him a legend around here. that group, I am the junior-most in plishments are considerable and far too I think those who are listening and rank, and I know that because I was many to speak to here today, things those who know me know I have an im- the junior-most Member of this body like his work to ban damaging high mense, great affection for Ted and that more than a decade ago when I rose on seas drift nets to the funding he se- this day and the recognition he is re- this floor to pay tribute to this great cured to advance AIDS and breast can- ceiving has great personal meaning. I Senator from Alaska, Ted Stevens, on cer research. He was involved in so had the extraordinary fortune to know his last day in office. much. Ted Stevens for almost my entire life. I did not speak from my desk, as you In recognizing that other colleagues At one point, he was my boss. I was a can imagine. I didn’t have a very wish to speak of Senator Stevens as high school intern. My first oppor- prominent desk at the time. I chose in- well, I, instead, will speak very briefly tunity to really be out of Alaska on my stead to stand as close as I could di- about what I feel made him so effective own was when I was an intern here for rectly behind Senator Stevens. I sup- and really so beloved—because he was Senator Ted. Later, of course, he was pose I wanted to have his back, at least beloved, maybe feared a little bit but my colleague in the Senate, where he figuratively, for one last time. And I beloved. mentored me and partnered with me to wanted to make sure I could see his The first thing to understand is that help serve Alaska. Above all that, he wife Catherine in the gallery, as I may Ted had a pretty simple motto. It was was a true friend—truly a friend—and I have done just a few moments ago, be- not very complicated. miss him dearly. cause she meant so much and still He said: I am reminded of him all the time. I means so much to all of us and to my To hell with politics. Just do what is right have his old office in the Hart Building. wife Gayle and me. for Alaska. I have pictures and mementos that re- What we learned from Ted Stevens He lived by that every day that he mind me of Ted. Every time I go back guides our work today. I was honored served here. He would work with any- home to the State, I think of him. It is to serve alongside him for just a few one who was willing to do right by the not just because, when I land, it reads years. I was anguished when he had to State of Alaska no matter who one ‘‘Ted Stevens Anchorage International leave us in 2008, and together with all was, where one came from, or which Airport.’’ It is also when I go out to the of us, I mourned his death in 2010. side of the aisle one was on. I men- communities and see a road or a bridge Seniority is earned when the people tioned Senator Inouye and the rela- or a community that is no longer uti- of our States see fit to return us time tionship that Ted had with him on the lizing a honey bucket system because and again to Washington to do their Subcommittee on Department of De- of the work that Ted did. When you go business. Respect is earned when we

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.046 S23OCPT1 S6078 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 engage in the long fight to fulfill our a champion of his own State—and small tribute compared to the mag- oaths and to support and defend the should have been—but also in the nitude of his contributions to our coun- Constitution. world. He wanted to make sure that try and to our State. Yet, in so many Ted Stevens earned both seniority America had a defense second to no- ways, it is proper and fitting because and respect for 40 years. When he was body; that we were powerful, but we his spirit certainly remains in this elected as the third Senator ever from were peaceful. body. It is an example of leadership and the Land of the Midnight Sun, he had I had the occasion to serve for years public service that you hear and I hear already served his country brilliantly, and years on the Appropriations Com- and I know Senator MURKOWSKI hears as has been mentioned, as a brave pilot mittee and on the Subcommittee on all the time—how so many of my col- in World War II for the Flying Tigers Defense with him. I hadn’t been on the leagues still talk about Senator Ste- and as a key leader in putting that 49th committee long, and Senator Byrd was vens and what he meant, just like my star on the American flag. chairman of the committee, and Sen- good friend the Senator from Alabama The portrait being unveiled in the ator Hatfield from Oregon had been, and so many others. Old Senate Chamber today, where so and he tasked me with a lot of things So I will just give a little more color many great debates took place, is a fit- that probably as a freshman—you to this great man’s life. He was born in ting homage to Ted Stevens. As the know, second-year, third-year guy Indiana in 1923. When he was a young senior Senator has mentioned, the here—I probably was appalled but boy, the Great Depression hit. Senator seemingly gruff exterior depicted was a pleased—maybe not appalled, but Stevens supported his family by selling facade over one of the most genuine pleased—what he would do. He told me newspapers on the street, and after the and patriotic people ever to walk these one day: Senator SHELBY, you are untimely death of his father, he moved halls. going to be chairman of this com- to California to live with an aunt and He went to work every day to defend mittee. I looked around, and I said: Oh, uncle, where he learned to kind of relax Americans and to make good on the it will be years. I will never be that. and to surf. The surf board that he promise of the country he so deeply But Ted Stevens was a Senator’s Sen- learned to surf on stayed with him in loved. He belongs in the place of honor ator. He was involved, as I said, in just his office until the end. where his portrait will be displayed. about everything in the Senate—the As was already mentioned, he was, of Members who served with Ted Stevens Rules Committee, the Commerce Com- course, a part of America’s ‘‘greatest will look on that portrait and remem- mittee, Appropriations, and Defense. generation’’—a pilot, 14th Army Air ber that. I will never forget his experience, his Corps, flying supplies to General Chen- I hope our more recent colleagues wise suggestions to me that probably nault’s Fighting Tigers over ‘‘the who have joined since Ted Stevens left helped me on my way. I traveled with Hump’’—India, China, Burma—very will come to know what a giant he was. him around the world because we had dangerous missions. In 1953, armed As chairman of the Commerce Com- serious meetings on the Defense appro- with a law degree from Harvard, he mittee, a committee Ted Stevens once priations bill. made his way to then the Territory of led, I went to Alaska with the junior All I can say is that we are going to Alaska, where he found, in his words, Senator from Alaska this summer to unveil a portrait of Ted Stevens here in ‘‘the passion of my career, the Alaskan learn, among other things, from coast- the Senate later today, and it is a fit- dream.’’ So what was this dream of Ted Ste- guardsmen keeping our Nation safe in ting tribute to a great Senator rep- vens? A dream of an Alaska with prom- the Far North. But I saw a lot of that resenting the State of Alaska but a ises of the 21st century ‘‘springing up State, and there is a lot to see. U.S. Senator representing us all, Ted from the Arctic,’’ he said—an Alaska Despite its geographic size, Alaska is Stevens. where our Federal Government works in many respects a small town. Like Ted, I will never forget you. We miss with us, not against us, to achieve our my home State of Mississippi, every- you. You left an indelible imprint on destiny to develop our resources and one knows just about everyone else, the U.S. Senate. I am glad I got to our economy for the benefit of all Alas- and virtually every Alaskan knew Ted meet you and work with you. kans but also for the benefit of all Stevens. They knew what he did for The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Americans; an Alaska that lives up to them. They knew what he did for this ator from Alaska. the potential the Congress of the Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. President, I country. United States saw when it voted to I could see his legacy this summer. want to add my voice in recognizing allow Alaska to become the 49th State. The evidence of his leadership is every- what an important day it is here. Senator Stevens worked tirelessly for I want to thank the Senators from where in so many ways. He helped turn these dreams, and in the last speech he Alabama and Mississippi and, of America’s last frontier into a thriving gave on this floor of the U.S. Senate, community for Alaskans and Ameri- course, my good friend Senator MUR- he recounted some of his successes. cans and a place of wonder and adven- KOWSKI. Many other Senators—the Sen- He said: ‘‘Where there was nothing ture for any of us who will visit there. ators from California, Iowa—all came but tundra and forest, today there are While he was at it, he performed to the floor already today to talk now airports, roads, ports, water and small acts of kindness that I will never about this great American, this great sewer systems, hospitals, clinics, com- forget and heroic acts of statesmanship Alaskan. munications networks, research labs, almost every day in his chosen homes— I try to come to the floor about once and much, much more.’’ this closed Chamber and that wide a week, and I do a speech that I call He went on to say: ‘‘Alaska was not open State. the ‘‘Alaskan of the Week’’ to talk Seward’s folly and is no longer an im- I can’t wait to see the portrait. I about an Alaskan who has done great poverished territory. Alaska is a great can’t wait to tell him hello and, once stuff for our State, their community, State and an essential contributor to again, to look him right in the eye. the country. our Nation’s energy security and na- I yield the floor. But as Senator MURKOWSKI just men- tional defense.’’ The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tioned in her remarks, I am literally In that speech, he said that he was ator from Alabama. able now to talk about the Alaskan of proud to have had a role—a role—in Mr. SHELBY. Mr. President, we are the Century. That is right. The State that transformation of Alaska. taking about somebody today who was of Alaska legislature voted that Ted Now, I think we are all realizing that actually a mentor for me right here in Stevens was the Alaskan of the Cen- in that speech Senator Stevens was the U.S. Senate—Ted Stevens. tury for reasons we are all talking being very humble. He didn’t have just I believe it was 33 years ago when I about today. So I just want to add a a role; he played the lead role. Indeed, first met him—33 years ago—and I was few more words about this legendary everywhere any Alaskan goes across in the House, and I was coming to the U.S. Senator, whose portrait we are un- the State—as Senator MURKOWSKI has Senate. He was a power in the Senate veiling today. already stated—you see signs of his then. He was a worker. He was in- Let me say it is more than fitting hard work, his dedication to the Alas- volved. He was involved not only in that we have a portrait of Senator Ste- kan dream and the critical role he what happened in Alaska, where he was vens in the Halls of Congress. It is a played in transforming our great State.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.050 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6079 But I think many of us—and we have vens—as my wife, Julie, did—you were our Bureau of Revenue Estimates, due already heard it being talked about always part of that family and you in large part to the tax law’s $10,000 today—also see his hard work in the could always expect loyalty from him limit on the state and local tax deduc- friendships and example he set here in the rest of your life. tion. According to the IRS, 46 percent the U.S. Senate, friendships not based These principles—relentless focus on of households in Maryland claimed the on party labels but on a commitment Alaska, fighting the Feds if you must, State and local tax deduction prior to to service. working across the aisle for the better- the new tax law, which is the largest As I mentioned, Members of this ment of Alaska and America, main- share of any state in the country. The body, like Senator SHELBY, still ap- taining a strong military and national average State and local tax deduction proach me on a regular basis, saying defense, and deep reverence for our vet- in Maryland was roughly $13,000—well what an impact Senator Stevens had. erans and fellow Alaskans—are a key over the $10,000 limit. Everything in His friendships were of course leg- part of the Stevens legacy. the Maryland State budget, such as endary: Scoop Jackson; Henry Magnu- I am deeply honored to serve in the education, transportation, and state son; PAT ROBERTS; John Warner; Sen- Senate seat Senator Stevens held for Medicaid funding, is now more burden- ator SHELBY; Senator LEAHY; Senator over 40 years and to literally sit at the some for Maryland taxpayers to fi- Biden, who, as Vice President, traveled same desk—right here, this desk—he nance. to Anchorage to speak at Ted Stevens’ used in the Senate. More important, I To make matters worse for working funeral; and, of course, as Senator try to live by and serve my constitu- Marylanders, on June 13, 2019, the MURKOWSKI mentioned, his famous, en- ents according to these principles and Treasury Department issued a regula- during friendship with Hawaii’s Daniel the example he set for Alaska and tion against tax credits offered by Inouye. America. But here is something else State and local governments for chari- Senator MURKOWSKI also mentioned that is really so remarkable about Ted table giving. This misguided regulation his famous motto: ‘‘To hell with poli- Stevens. I said I try to serve in that ex- reduces a taxpayer’s Federal deduction tics, just do what’s right for Alaska.’’ ample, but, as you are hearing on the for charitable donations by the amount As a matter of fact, I happen to be Senate floor, so many other Senators of any tax credit the taxpayer receives wearing a very special pair of cufflinks have said that and believe that too. for their donation from State or local that once belonged to Ted Stevens. That is really remarkable and shows governments. The effects of this regu- That very motto is on these cufflinks. how much influence he still has in this lation go well beyond programs re- When we are doing important stuff, I body to this day. cently established by some States at- will wear these on the floor to remind Like most Senators, I try to get tempting to mitigate the damage of me—and I think all of us—of what is home every weekend. Senator MUR- the new tax law. These rules will be important not just for our States but KOWSKI and I just have a little farther deeply detrimental to longstanding tax for our country. to go than most—well, actually, a lot credit programs throughout the Na- As was already noted, it wasn’t just farther than most. Our State recently tion. In Maryland, this will affect tax Alaska that he focused on and achieved dedicated a wonderful statue of Ted credit programs for affordable housing, so many great results for; it was our Stevens in the Ted Stevens Inter- conservation, and community endow- Nation. Whether national security, national Airport. It is life-size. He is ment funds. strengthening our military, taking sitting on a bench with an inviting Ultimately, allowing this regulation care of our veterans through improved smile, cowboy boots on, and his brief- to take effect will make it even more pay and benefits, as Senator MUR- case nearby. It is right in the middle of difficult for State and local commu- KOWSKI mentioned, modernizing our the airport in Anchorage. I often walk nities to fund our schools, emergency fishing industry, our telecommuni- by it, touch it, and quietly say: How responders, health care, roads, and cations industry, being known as the are we doing? It gives me inspiration other critical services. That is unac- title IX—the ‘‘Father’’ of that impor- and strength and peace to do that. ceptable, which is why I support the tant legislation, making sure young With the unveiling of the official por- Congressional Review Act resolution to girls have the opportunity to play trait of Ted Stevens today and its overturn the Treasury Department’s sports—if you are an American and you placement permanently in the halls of June 2019 regulation. have daughters—I have three—and the U.S. Senate, I will have another Mr. SULLIVAN. I yield the floor. they are playing sports right now, image of this great Alaskan and this VOTE ON S.J. RES. 50 guess who had so much to do with that. great American from which to draw in- The joint resolution was ordered to The late great Senator Stevens. He was spiration, but I think so many other be engrossed for a third reading and also in many ways the Senator who Senators will as well. was read the third time. cared more about the Olympics and fo- So congratulations, especially to the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The joint cused on them more than any other family of Ted Stevens: Catherine, his resolution having been read the third Senator. wonderful wife; his children: Ben, Wal- time, the question is, Shall the joint One other thing about Senator Ste- ter, Ted Junior, Susan, Lily, and Beth, resolution pass? vens. No matter how far he rose—and who is with us in spirit, as are so many Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I we are hearing about the high levels he other Alaskans and others who had ask for the yeas and nays. attained in the Senate—he never forgot such deep respect for Senator Stevens; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a what was most important: serving the and to his wonderful grandchildren, sufficient second? people of Alaska. When our constitu- many of whom Julie and I have known There appears to be a sufficient sec- ents traveled thousands of miles to and watched grow up with pride since ond. come to DC, he always made time for they were born. The clerk will call the roll. them. Thousands of Alaskans have S.J. RES. 50 The senior assistant legislative clerk notes from him—congratulatory let- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. President, I called the roll. ters, condolence letters, and letters of support the resolution that the Senate Mr. THUNE. The following Senator is appreciation. is voting on today to disapprove of new necessarily absent: the Senator from At his standing-room-only funeral in rules from the Trump administration Georgia (Mr. ISAKSON). Anchorage, where I had the honor of to diminish the value of tax credits of- Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the serving as an honorary pallbearer, fered by State and local governments. Senator from California (Ms. HARRIS), someone asked for a show of hands From the very beginning, I have been the Senator from Vermont (Mr. SAND- from the audience—hundreds and hun- against the 2017 tax bill that became ERS), the Senator from Massachusetts dreds of people—how many had re- law. At a time of skyrocketing eco- (Ms. WARREN), and the Senator from ceived a letter from Senator Ted Ste- nomic inequality, this tax law has Rhode Island (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) are vens. Nearly every person at that serv- given the largest tax cuts to the necessarily absent. ice raised their hand. wealthiest people and biggest corpora- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. COT- Of course, he treated his staff like tions. But in Maryland, 376,000 families TON). Are there any other Senators in family. If you worked for Senator Ste- are paying higher taxes according to the Chamber desiring to vote?

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.051 S23OCPT1 S6080 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 The result was announced—yeas 43, might, from the Washington Post arti- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there nays 52, as follows: cle that said: objection? [Rollcall Vote No. 331 Leg.] Maryland was never in play in 2016. The The Senator from North Dakota. YEAS—43 Russians targeted it anyway. Mr. CRAMER. Mr. President, reserv- ing the right to object, I don’t disagree Baldwin Heinrich Reed The article states: with everything that is in the Sen- Blumenthal Hirono Rosen Russia’s Twitter campaign to influence the Booker Jones Schatz 2016 presidential election in Maryland began ator’s bill—far from it. I agree with Brown Kaine Schumer much of it, but it does have several Cantwell King in June 2015, 17 months before Election Day, Shaheen when the St. Petersburg-based Internet Re- critical flaws, and it is not ready for Cardin Klobuchar Sinema search Agency opened an account it called prime time. Carper Leahy Smith Casey Manchin Stabenow @BaltimoreOnline and began tweeting about In most, if not all, States, it is al- Coons Markey Tester local news events. ready illegal to prevent or try to pre- Cortez Masto Menendez Udall Yet, the IRA, the Russian troll factory Duckworth Merkley vent lawful voters from trying to reg- Van Hollen that U.S. prosecutors blame for the massive ister to vote. We all agree that every Durbin Murphy disinformation efforts during the 2016 cam- Feinstein Murray Warner qualified voter should have an oppor- Wyden paign, devoted enormous attention and prep- Gillibrand Paul tunity to register for an election. But Hassan Peters aration to its Maryland operation, all in a likely effort, experts say, to widen racial di- this proposal is written so broadly that NAYS—52 visions and demoralize African American it would prevent election officials from Alexander Ernst Portman voters. rejecting the registration of an illegal Barrasso Fischer Risch immigrant. It could prevent poll work- Bennet Gardner That is what happened in 2016. Our Roberts ers from stopping a 16-year-old from Blackburn Graham Romney intelligence community tells us that Blunt Grassley Rounds Russia is active today trying to influ- voting in an election. In other words, Boozman Hawley Rubio this would seemingly make it illegal Braun Hoeven ence our 2020 elections, and they are Sasse using technology to try to undermine for voting registration officials to ac- Burr Hyde-Smith Scott (FL) Capito Inhofe tually do their job. Scott (SC) our free election system. We must do Cassidy Johnson I assume it is not intentional, but it Shelby more to protect our system. Collins Kennedy Sullivan It was for that reason and many oth- is obviously a big problem. Other sec- Cornyn Lankford tions of the bill create significant First Cotton Lee Thune ers that I introduced S. 1834, the Decep- Cramer McConnell Tillis tive Practices and Voter Intimidation Amendment concerns. It would create Toomey Crapo McSally Prevention Act of 2019. It is cospon- criminal penalties for political speech Cruz Moran Wicker that misstates endorsements a can- Young sored by Senator KLOBUCHAR, Senator Daines Murkowski didate has received. Nobody approves Enzi Perdue LEAHY, Senator FEINSTEIN, and others. of lying, but there are enormous prob- NOT VOTING—5 This bill is an effort to try to protect us from this type of international in- lems when the Federal Government Harris Sanders Whitehouse starts sending people to jail for what Isakson Warren terference in our elections, as well as local efforts that are aimed at trying they say. Even the ACLU opposes my The joint resolution was rejected. colleague’s bill because this bill is so to intimidate voters targeted at minor- anti-First Amendment. f ity voters. That should have no place Just a few days ago, Secretary Hil- COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, in American politics. lary Clinton claimed that a former AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOP- This bill did pass the House of Rep- third-party candidate was a Russian MENT, FOOD AND DRUG ADMIN- resentatives in March of this year in asset and that a Democratic Presi- ISTRATION, INTERIOR, ENVIRON- H.R. 1. dential candidate she doesn’t like is MENT, MILITARY CONSTRUC- Very quickly, let me tell you what Russia’s preferred candidate in the up- TION, VETERANS AFFAIRS, this bill does. It prohibits individuals coming election. Should Mrs. Clinton TRANSPORTATION, AND HOUSING from knowingly deceiving others about have violated Federal law because she AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT AP- the time, place, eligibility, or proce- perhaps misstated a political endorse- PROPRIATIONS ACT, 2020—Re- dures for participating in a Federal ment as a way of making a political sumed election; addresses new digital chal- point? We don’t want to start down the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under lenges that pose a threat to citizens ex- road where the Federal Government the previous order, the Senate will re- ercising their right to vote, particu- referees free speech. sume consideration of H.R. 3055, which larly the use of digital platforms to I believe there is an appetite on both the clerk will report. disseminate false information regard- sides of the aisle for making good pol- The senior assistant legislative clerk ing Federal elections; and combating icy that honors the principle behind read as follows: voter intimidation, especially efforts my colleague’s bill, but this version A bill (H.R. 3055) making appropriations aimed at suppressing voter rights. has enormous problems, is nowhere for the Departments of Commerce and Jus- I would hope every Member of this near ready to pass by unanimous con- tice, Science, and Related Agencies for the Chamber would support these efforts. sent, and I object. fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for Unfortunately, the majority leader has The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- other purposes. failed to bring any of these issues to tion is heard. Pending: the floor or give us any time to take up The Senator from Maryland. Shelby amendment No. 948, in the nature legislation in order to protect our free Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I regret of a substitute. election system. Time is running out. that my colleague has raised the objec- McConnell (for Shelby) amendment No. The election primaries will start early tion. Let me point out that this bill 950, to make a technical correction. next year. We need to take action now. has been pending in previous Con- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- That is why I am going to make this gresses. We have gone through all of ator from Maryland. unanimous consent request. I hope we the challenges my friend has already UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 1834 can agree to it. talked about. There are real problems Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I think I ask unanimous consent that the Ju- that are occurring in our States. everyone in this Chamber would agree diciary Committee be discharged from We had billboards in minority com- that free and fair elections are the bed- further consideration of S. 1834, the De- munities highlighting voter fraud in an rock of our democracy. We know it has ceptive Practices and Voter Intimida- effort to intimidate African-American been under attack. We know, from the tion Prevention Act of 2019; that the voters. We have seen information sent Mueller report, that Russia, in 2016, Senate proceed to its immediate con- out with wrong dates of elections. We used a systematic and comprehensive sideration; that the bill be read a third have seen robocalls pretending to be attack on our free election system to time and passed; and that the motions from a particular campaign when they try to undermine our democracy. to reconsider be considered made and are from the opposite campaign in an That attack occurred in the State of laid upon the table with no intervening effort to intimidate voters from par- Maryland. Let me just quote, if I action or debate. ticipating.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.003 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6081 We can always find reasons why we in one accord adds leverage to the prove a superior deal for our State and shouldn’t consider legislation, but the President’s negotiations with China, our country. It is my sincere hope that truth of the matter is that we have especially now that we have a bilateral the House and Senate will act to ratify given the OK in our system for some to trade deal with Japan that President this agreement as soon as possible in say it is all right to try to intimidate Trump has negotiated so effectively, order to cement this win for our coun- voters from voting—something I would and when working with other neigh- try. hope this Congress would want to go on bors and allies on other bilateral trade We must demand that Speaker record to say it should have no place in agreements. All of this adds to leverage PELOSI set petty partisan politics America, particularly when it is tar- in negotiating with China. aside, even if just for a day, to bring geted at minority communities in an I want to speak for a couple of min- this important ratification up to the effort to reduce their numbers. utes about the specifics to my State of House so it can be passed and sent to I regret my colleague has objected, North Dakota. We are a border State the Senate so we can be on our way to and I hope that we will have a chance with Manitoba and Saskatchewan in a new, improved, modern U.S.-Mexico- to take up election security legisla- Canada, and our northern border is by Canada Trade Agreement. tion. far our biggest trading partner. In 2017, I yield the floor. I yield the floor. my State of North Dakota exported I suggest the absence of a quorum. I suggest the absence of a quorum. $5.8 billion worth of goods to the global The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The PRESIDING OFFICER. The marketplace. Those exports contrib- clerk will call the roll. clerk will call the roll. uted to 28,000 jobs. Of that $5.8 billion, The legislative clerk proceeded to The legislative clerk proceeded to we exported $4.9 billion of goods to call the roll. call the roll. Canada. That is 84 percent of North Da- Mr. WYDEN. Madam President, I ask Mr. CRAMER. Mr. President, I ask kota’s exports that go to our northern unanimous consent that the order for unanimous consent that the order for neighbor, Canada. When adding Mexico the quorum call be rescinded. the quorum call be rescinded. into that equation, that is 88 percent of The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the value of North Dakota’s exported BLACKBURN). Without objection, it is so objection, it is so ordered. goods and services going to USMCA ordered. UNITED STATES-MEXICO-CANADA TRADE countries. Mr. WYDEN. Madam President, I un- AGREEMENT Farmers and manufacturers can be derstand that several of our colleagues Mr. CRAMER. Mr. President, it has very pleased with the renegotiated today have been on the Senate floor been a year since the United States, terms that will now benefit them di- calling for an immediate vote on the Mexico, and Canada agreed to the U.S.- rectly with a commitment from Can- President’s new North American Free Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement, the ada to reduce trade distorting policies Trade Agreement. replacement for NAFTA and the mod- and improve transparency, something Setting aside the fact that there have ernization for the NAFTA agreement that we have a little issue with in the not yet been the hearings or the mark- that has been so important to all three original NAFTA. ups necessary to allow that to happen, of our countries. In fact, we are coming In addition, the new agreement it would be a major mistake for the up on 1 year since it was signed by assures nondiscriminatory treatment Trump administration to seek a vote leaders of all three countries. In fact, for agricultural products standards—a on a trade deal until it is a good deal. the country of Mexico has ratified the major win for our farmers. Specifically While the new North American Free USMCA. Canada is waiting for the for North Dakota, I spoke directly with Trade Agreement includes some im- United States to take the next step so President Trump concerning the biased provements to the existing agreement, they, too, can ratify this very impor- Canada grain grading issue and wrote a there is still work to be done to get the tant trade agreement. line he actually used in a speech. best deal for American workers and This agreement between the three I worked closely with U.S. Trade consumers. countries on the North American con- Representative Lighthizer and chief ag- Updating NAFTA, for example, tinent is estimated to add $68.2 billion riculture negotiator Doud to ensure means confronting the areas where to the U.S. economy and create 176,000 that our grain growers were relieved of older trade agreements continually new jobs. The USMCA would also in- the unfair practice of grading North have fallen short: fighting to protect crease exports to Canada by 5.9 per- Dakota grain as sub-par feed. This is labor rights in the interests of working cent, to a total of $19.1 billion, and estimated to double U.S. exports of families, preventing a race to the bot- shipments to Mexico by 6.7 percent, or grain to Canada. tom when it comes to the environment, $14.2 billion. Imports from Canada and North Dakota grain growers deserve and making sure there are vigorous en- Mexico would rise by 4.8 and 3.8 per- better, and they will now be recognized forcements of our trade agreements so cent, respectively. properly if we can get the House of that other countries can’t treat a trade But the ratification process has to Representatives to bring the USMCA deal as an empty document that gives begin with the Democrats in the House up for a vote. them yet more time and more opportu- under the trade promotion authority Our manufacturing workforce will be nities to rip off American jobs. with which this deal was struck. The pleased with the automotive and ma- I do have real concerns about the Democrats leading the House seem to chinery provisions that are included in current trade enforcement because the be more focused on taking away one this deal. Going forward, vehicles are new NAFTA carries over too much of person’s job than creating 176,000 new mandated to have 75 percent of North the weak enforcement system of the ones here in the United States. It is American content to be imported with- old NAFTA. It is too easy on trade time for Speaker PELOSI to act on out tariffs, compared to 62.5 percent. cheats, and it is not good enough for something that is nearly unanimously Also, at least 40 percent of a vehicle el- American workers, particularly on the agreed to. igible for duty-free importing must issue of protecting our working fami- While not every person agrees to it, I have been built by workers earning at lies and labor rights. don’t think there is any question that least $16 an hour. This is a big win for Now, I and our colleague Senator if she would bring up the USMCA for a labor. This wage requirement will en- BROWN have proposed several addi- vote in the House, it would pass. We sure that the market is not being tional tools to address specific chal- know that when it comes over to the flooded by cheap labor, particularly lenges in Mexico. It is my view, in hav- Senate, it will pass here for many good from south of the border. ing talked to trade officials and in hav- reasons—for the reasons I already stat- Renegotiating and reorganizing ing gathered information elsewhere, ed, for economic reasons and job cre- NAFTA into the USMCA was an essen- that by all accounts, there has been ation reasons. tial move for our State, given the eco- good progress on this front. Addition- But I also want to add that passage nomic relationship and mutual reli- ally, one of the bigger challenges that of the USMCA is important to negotia- ance North Dakota and Canada share has to be confronted is that of identi- tions with other countries. Having as neighbors. I applaud President fying the hundreds of thousands of Mexico, Canada, and the United States Trump for securing his promise to ap- sham labor contracts in Mexico that

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.055 S23OCPT1 S6082 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 have exploited workers there and The legislative clerk proceeded to Due to the housing fallout in 2008, we lost harmed workers here in our country. call the roll. our healthcare coverage and I could no Mexico must remain on track to get Mr. WARNER. Madam President, I longer get health coverage because of my those contracts renegotiated on behalf ask unanimous consent that the order cancer diagnosis. of the interests of our workers. for the quorum call be rescinded. Mindy from Henrico, around Rich- To my colleagues who say this deal The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without mond, is also a cancer survivor. She must be passed in the name of cer- objection, it is so ordered. writes: tainty, I want to make a point that, I HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS Even though my cancer is in partial remis- think, is very important. During this Mr. WARNER. Madam President, I sion, I remain on treatment for fear of the overhaul, the original North American am here today because protections for cancer returning again. As I prepare for re- Free Trade Agreement remains in tirement, it scares me to think that this Americans with preexisting medical cancer would be considered a pre-existing place. Workers, farmers, ranchers, and conditions are under attack from this condition and I could be denied healthcare or businesses should not have to go to bed administration. For the last 3 years, would be required to pay through the nose at night fearing that economic uncer- this President has used every tool at for insurance. tainty is going to rob them of their his disposal to try to undermine the Sharon in Norfolk told me about her livelihoods. The uncertainty arises ACA. He tried to repeal it twice struggle with behavioral health issues. only when the President acts out and through Congress. When that failed, She wrote: makes impulsive threats regarding our the administration joined a lawsuit I am a functioning member of society, trade relationships. When the Presi- that would strike down the ACA with however that will not last long if I lose this dent threatened new tariffs on Mexico no plan to replace it. access to medical help. I went off my medi- this June over immigration policy, The truth is, this administration is, cations in 2000 as I couldn’t afford a doctor that created far more uncertainty than unfortunately, actively working to de- and medication . . . and it was a very thin our taking the time that would be nec- stabilize the insurance market. One line between me and homelessness. essary to get this deal right. American way the administration is attempting Justine from Loudon County is wor- workers and farmers have already been to undermine the ACA is with the so- ried that she could lose coverage for hurt by the President’s impulses. More called ‘‘short-term plans,’’ which I her diabetes care. Here is her message are going to get hurt if Trump threat- would refer to—and, frankly, I think for the Members of this body: ens and produces chaos, causing the most Americans if they saw the cri- What if you or a loved one was diagnosed Congress to accept a bad deal on the teria in these plans would not call with a ‘‘pre-existing condition?’’ How would North American Free Trade Agree- them short-term plans—and I would you feel about being denied health coverage? ment. call them junk plans. Thanks to this It is a good question that Justine Passing a trade deal that would allow administration, these junk plans allow asks, and that we should all ask our- the President to unilaterally change insurance companies to once again dis- selves. As a father, as I mentioned, I trade rules and jerk around entire in- criminate against Americans with pre- have dealt with the scary reality of dustries would be a substantial mis- existing conditions. having a child with juvenile diabetes take and would be one that would Make no mistake, these plans are a and a child with asthma, but I am also produce still more uncertainty. That is threat to the stability of the insurance an extraordinarily lucky individual, not how you get trade done right. market and to every American with a and I knew that because of the insur- Based on that, I do have some real con- preexisting condition. That is why I ance and because I had the resources, cerns about how the administration have introduced a resolution that will they would be taken care of. That is wants NAFTA 2.0 to be implemented. force an up-or-down vote on the admin- not the case for many of the 3 million I am just going to close by men- istration’s rule that pushes more of Virginians who have preexisting condi- tioning a fact or two about my State. these junk plans on unsuspecting con- tions or the countless tens of millions In my State, trade and global com- sumers and, consequently, signifi- of Americans. merce are priority business. One in five cantly increases costs for other Ameri- Katherine in Blacksburg, VA, told jobs in Oregon depends on inter- cans. me about her daughter who was diag- national trade, and the trade jobs often I fear some Members of this body nosed at age 3 with juvenile diabetes. pay better than do the nontrade jobs have forgotten what it was like before She wrote: because they reflect a level of added the Affordable Care Act, when an unex- Until there is a cure for diabetes, I cannot value. When I am asked at a town pected surgery or a diagnosis of a imagine how costly it would be for her to meeting what my views are on trade, I chronic illness could mean a one-way stay alive and manage her health if there are always say: Let’s grow it in Oregon. ticket out of the middle class. limitations on coverage for people with pre- Let’s make it in Oregon. Let’s add Unfortunately, this is not a hypo- existing conditions. value to it in Oregon and then ship it thetical. Recently, one of my constitu- Katherine’s daughter deserves access around the world. I don’t take a back ents, a man named Jesse, received a to healthcare just as much as my seat to anybody in talking about the $230,000 medical bill for his back sur- daughter does. importance of trade, particularly in my gery. Unbeknownst to him, he had pur- I got a letter from a pharmacist in State. chased a plan that he thought would Abingdon, in far southwest Virginia, I sat and listened to a number of my cover this, but this plan, unfortu- named Michael. He treats diabetics colleagues who talked about their nately, was a junk plan that considered every day, and he also knows what it is views and that we ought to just have his back injury as preexisting. like because he has lived with the dis- an immediate vote, that we just should Jesse is one of the more than 3 mil- ease for 38 years. vote now. I don’t know what they lion Virginians with a preexisting med- He writes: thought with respect to hearings and ical condition. Without insulin we will die. . . . If cov- markups and the kinds of things that I have three daughters. Two of my erage for pre-existing conditions goes away, are required. They just said that we three daughters have preexisting med- you will see a large decline in the health of have to move now. As the ranking ical conditions that would not be cov- type 1 diabetics, and more dependence upon Democrat on the Committee on Fi- ered under these junk plans. Medicaid. nance, I just want to make it clear Today I want to share some of those This is not only somebody who has that you go when a trade deal is a good stories to remind my colleagues of dealt with diabetes for 38 years, but he deal. There are issues still to be re- what real people will face if we allow is also a knowledgeable consumer. He solved on that matter, and I am inter- the administration to continue disman- is a pharmacist. ested in working with both sides in tling these protections that folks count I have too many of these stories to good faith in order to get a good deal. on. share them all today, and I see my I yield the floor. Recently I got an email from Linda friend, the Senator from Washington I suggest the absence of a quorum. in Warren County, VA. She is a cancer State. She and other of my colleagues The PRESIDING OFFICER. The survivor with multiple preexisting con- will be coming to the floor today and clerk will call the roll. ditions. She wrote: over the next few days until we have a

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.058 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6083 chance to vote on this CRA, to share say one thing and do the exact oppo- patients and give it back to the insur- stories as well of what we will do to site. Despite proclaiming themselves ance companies. Virginians, Washingtonians, Ten- somewhere along the line as the ‘‘party Our legislation will reverse a step nesseans, and Americans all across this of healthcare,’’ despite making empty that President Trump took to warp a Nation if we go back to a time when we promises to fight for families and peo- tool meant to encourage innovation did not protect people with preexisting ple with preexisting conditions, the into one that encourages States to conditions. cornerstone of Republicans’ healthcare eliminate protections for patients with One or two more quick stories. James policy has been to attack the care fam- preexisting conditions, increases costs, from Danville, VA, told me about his 10 ilies really rely on with their mas- and promotes those harmful junk in- separate preexisting conditions. Lynn sively harmful TrumpCare proposals— surance plans that can charge vulner- from Lynchburg is on three separate the junk plans that you just heard able patients more and cover less. medications due to a brain tumor. She about—and waivers that chip away at President Trump’s junk plans can could die if her insurance coverage patient protections, and, of course, flout protections for preexisting condi- didn’t cover those medications, and the that partisan lawsuit which the court tions, meaning that they can discrimi- list goes on. could rule on any day. nate against patients—patients like In closing, when we talk about pre- Let’s make it clear. If Republicans Lily. She is a high school student from existing conditions, we are talking get their way in court, they are going Gig Harbor, WA, and has cystic fibro- about people’s lives. That is why we to throw the lives of patients across sis; or Julie, who is a four-time cancer must pass the resolution I have intro- the country into chaos and uncertainty survivor from Mercer Island; or Javi, duced to reverse the administration’s by striking down those protections for who is a college student in Seattle with harmful rule changes and defend pro- preexisting conditions by stripping mental health needs; and millions of tections for folks with preexisting con- away health insurance from tens of other patients across the country with ditions. millions of people covered through preexisting conditions. I think virtually every one of my col- Medicaid expansion or the exchanges. Letting President Trump expand the leagues on both sides of the aisle have It will get rid of the lifetime and an- use of these junk plans will leave pa- said they absolutely want to protect nual caps that are on patients’ out-of- tients with higher premiums, higher folks with preexisting conditions. Even pocket costs, while bringing back caps out-of-pocket costs, and fewer afford- for folks who otherwise completely on their benefits, even for those who able options to get the healthcare that don’t agree with the ACA, that is the are insured through their own employ- they need, and President Trump’s rule one part of the ACA that folks have ers—so this applies to everyone—and could even be used to cut financial help agreed upon. ending essential health benefits that for patients who need it the most and Well, next week we are going to have require insurers to cover things like take benefits away from the sickest pa- a chance to move past talk, to move prescription drugs or maternity care, tients, even if they don’t buy that junk past statements, to actually go on the mental healthcare, emergency care, insurance. record with an up-or-down vote, to go and a lot more. This is absolutely unacceptable and on the record to say that we are going While Republicans have been advanc- exactly why the vote Democrats are to protect provisions of the ACA that ing their attacks on families’ going to be forcing is so important. made sure that folks with preexisting healthcare, they have also been block- These patients across the country and conditions weren’t discriminated ing commonsense solutions that Demo- in my State deserve to know that we against, or we will go on the record crats are out here pushing for—like have their backs, that we are fighting saying: No, what the administration is legislation to bring down drug prices against President Trump’s efforts to doing is all right. through impactful steps like Medicare undermine their healthcare, not cheer- These short-term or junk plans sound negotiation or making coverage more ing him on and blocking efforts to stop good until you realize you are not get- affordable for our working families and them. ting the kind of coverage that you protecting patients with preexisting Democrats are going to be out here a thought you were buying. We will have conditions from the Republicans’ reck- lot to talk about this because we know that decision point come next week. less lawsuit. families in the country care about this I ask my colleagues across the aisle Now, Democrats in the House have a lot. We are going to be putting pres- who believe and say they support pro- also passed legislation to restore fund- sure on Republicans to do the right tections for folks with preexisting con- ing that President Trump cut, to help thing—the thing patients and families ditions, well, they will have a chance people find the right care for them- sent them here to do. If they don’t, if to go on the record next week. I hope selves, to reverse President Trump’s they continue their relentless attacks they will. I hope we will pass over- harmful junk insurance rule, and to ac- on family healthcare, if Republicans whelmingly this CRA and make sure tually defend patients from that par- continue to side with President Trump that protections for folks with pre- tisan lawsuit that Republicans are and his efforts to take protections existing conditions are maintained. pushing to upend healthcare as we away from patients and give that I can’t think of an issue that is more know it. power back to the insurance compa- important to so many families all Now, what have Leader MCCONNELL nies, we are not going to give up. across Virginia, and, for that matter, and Senate Republicans done with Democrats are not going to let up. We all across the country. those solutions that have come over will double down. We are going to I yield the floor. here from the House? Well, they have make sure that families know which The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- buried each and every one of them in a party is offering solutions to protect ator from Washington. legislative graveyard, while brazenly their care and which one is blocking Mrs. MURRAY. Madam President, I and inaccurately claiming they care them, which party is trying to repair want to thank the Senator from Vir- about fighting for patients or pro- the damage President Trump has ginia for bringing forward this CRA tecting preexisting conditions. caused and which party is trying to that we will be voting on that will I am here to say today that Repub- cause even more harm, which party is allow us to affirmatively from the Sen- licans’ transparent healthcare charade fighting for their healthcare and which ate say: We want to protect people is coming to an end. Soon, as you one is fighting against it. We are going with preexisting conditions and people heard, Democrats will force a vote on to be out here day after day to keep from these junk plans that really take legislation that Senator MCCONNELL pushing Republicans to do the right away the protections that are so im- cannot bury in their legislative grave- thing, to stand up for patients and fam- portant and that every family counts yard, meaning every Senator here is ilies even if it means standing against on. So I really appreciate that from the going to have to go on the record as to President Trump. Senator. where they really stand on Madam President, I yield the floor. When it comes to healthcare, fami- healthcare—whether they stand with I suggest the absence of a quorum. lies across our country have repeatedly families or with President Trump and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The seen President Trump and Republicans his schemes that take power away from clerk will call the roll.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.060 S23OCPT1 S6084 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 The senior assistant legislative clerk tion. If you are healthy, you don’t have erally funded fraud, this is a gross proceeded to call the roll. an issue with preexisting conditions. If misreading of current law that is going Mr. WYDEN. Madam President, I ask you are wealthy, you don’t have an to disproportionately hurt vulnerable unanimous consent that the order for issue with preexisting conditions. But Americans with preexisting conditions the quorum call be rescinded. if you are not healthy and you are not who need comprehensive healthcare. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without wealthy and you get rid of these pro- Under these rules, unscrupulous in- objection, it is so ordered. tections, you are in a world of hurt. surance companies can charge people Mr. WYDEN. Madam President, our That is what we are looking at should more if they have a preexisting condi- colleagues, Senator WARNER and Sen- the Republicans prevail. tion, deny benefits for specific types of ator MURRAY, have come to the floor The Republican’s official position is treatment, or even deny coverage alto- over the course of the day to speak ironclad: Preexisting consumer protec- gether. This rule change is—and we are about the importance of protecting tions ought to be pretty much thrown going to talk some more about it—a Americans who have preexisting health in the trash can. I am going to spend a grotesque perversion of the provision I conditions, and I want to see if I can few minutes outlining the examples of authored in the Affordable Care Act put this in a bit of context so that peo- why that is the case. that would let States build on the ple understand why those of us on this First, we saw the TrumpCare disaster strong protections in the law but not side feel so strongly, why I think Sen- of 2017. The Republicans tried to repeal go out and, basically, completely un- ator WARNER and Senator MURRAY the Affordable Care Act with its pro- dermine them. were spot-on, and I want to put it in tection for preexisting conditions. Despite this parade of grim tidings, the context of the way I came up. They failed, and preexisting conditions next Friday, November 1, is the begin- When I got out of law school, I set up lived to fight another day. Enough said ning of open enrollment for individual, a legal aid program for senior citizens. there. private health insurance coverage on I was codirector of the Oregon Gray Second, my colleagues have chosen healthcare.gov, so there is a little bit Panthers, and I saw what it meant to stand idly by while Republican-led of encouraging news. Even as the when the big insurance companies States and the President tried to ma- Trump administration has done every- could just clobber those people with neuver through the courts to toss out thing they can to fuel the fires of un- preexisting health conditions. They the entire Affordable Care Act overall certainty for people about where would just throw all kinds of extra with the protection for people with pre- healthcare is going to be and what is costs on them, heap extra expenses, existing conditions. The so-called going to be available, millions of fami- and pretty much beat the stuffing out Texas lawsuit relies on an argument lies are going to be able to shop for of anybody who had a preexisting that wouldn’t hold up in law class 101 plans that provide them with health health condition. We tried as hard as on the Constitution. But thanks to a coverage. That is because, yesterday, we could to push back. This was all be- cadre of ideological judges, it does Americans got the news that the aver- fore I was in public life. seem that this case may make its way age premium for the so-called ‘‘bench- At the time, I said: If I ever have the to the Supreme Court. mark plan’’ for the individual market— opportunity in the Congress, I am I do want to be clear for those who part of the Affordable Care Act—is going to make this priority business to are following this. Republican Mem- going down by 4 percent. Make no mis- make sure that everybody in America bers of this body are not just some take, this reduction is in spite of all of could go to bed at night knowing that kind of innocent bystander when it the things the President has done to they wouldn’t be wiped out in the comes to this court case. They could, if make it harder to get affordable cov- morning if they have a preexisting con- they wanted to, join Democrats to take erage under the Affordable Care Act. dition. steps that would prevent this lawsuit Attributing this reduction to the Presi- So in the course of the whole debate from going forward, and, again, we can dent is about as believable as saying about the Affordable Care Act, I pro- have protections for people with pre- that Trump University is going to duced a piece of legislation called the existing conditions. Instead, all the ar- make a comeback any day now. Healthy Americans Act. Seven Demo- guments are about why the Repub- In fact, one insurer who posted a pre- crats and seven Republicans were co- licans just can’t be involved and a lot mium decrease last year crunched the sponsors. Some of the Republican co- of excuses and deflection. numbers and said that they could have sponsors are still serving in the U.S. Third, the so-called ‘‘fix-it’’ bills that reduced premiums by over 22 percent if Senate today. my Republican colleagues have offered it weren’t for congressional Repub- What we had in it was airtight, loop- to—what they claim—‘‘protect’’ pre- licans and sabotage by the Trump ad- hole-free protection for anybody with a existing conditions are just so full of ministration. preexisting condition. We were thrilled disclaimers that they look as if they Americans should still sign up for that, by and large, our provision from might have been written by one of health coverage if they need it before the Healthy Americans Act became the those insurance company lawyers from the deadline on December 15, even if provision in the Affordable Care Act the old days who was only interested in the President hasn’t done you or your that ensured that there would be a new finding ways in which the insurance family any favors on healthcare. generation of consumer protection and company could win and the consumer One last point on healthcare: While security for the millions of Americans would lose. Any healthcare legislation Americans are looking for affordable who had these preexisting conditions. that doesn’t provide an ironclad guar- healthcare plans on healthcare.gov, Now, as my colleagues have said, antee of health coverage, no matter there are going to be a lot of scam art- there is a very real threat to that pro- your health status, age, or gender, ists on the prowl outside of the official tection that is now in the Affordable amounts to a huge loophole that leaves website. These hucksters are going to Care Act that really does provide air- hard-working, middle-class people emp- be trying to pawn what are called junk tight, loophole-free protection for tyhanded when they need health cov- plans onto unsuspecting families. The those with preexisting conditions. I erage the most. If insurance companies junk plans might sound attractive. just want to make sure that we get on can make coverage for your preexisting They always seem to be advertising the record, for those who are following conditions so expensive that it is promotional materials that say: ‘‘Low the debate, what it means if you roll unaffordable, it is no different than premiums! Affordable coverage!’’ But I back these protections for those with being denied coverage in the first just want to make clear that if you or preexisting conditions. place. a loved one gets sick, chances are the In a sentence, what it means is Next, the Trump administration has fine print says that the carrier of this America goes back to the days—those given the States the green light to use junk plan will not cover what you days when I was codirector of the Gray taxpayer dollars to push junk plans need. So despite the low premium, the Panthers—when healthcare was for the that aren’t worth the paper they are real bill comes due right when you healthy and the wealthy. That is what written on. I will have more to say need your coverage the most. you have if you allow discrimination about that in the days ahead, but not I am also struck by how similar these against those with a preexisting condi- only does this approach amount to fed- junk plans are that are being offered

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.062 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6085 now by these rip-off insurers—how start with their political affiliation or attacking healthcare reform, we should similar they are to another part of with anything else. They start with be working hard to reduce the ridicu- what we dealt with when I was co- what is happening with them and their lous cost of medicine, as I have talked director of the Gray Panthers, legal aid family. That is because, when it comes about many times on the floor of the for senior citizens. Back then, we saw to their health and the health of their Senate. that fast-talking insurance salespeople families, none of those other things In 2017 alone, the average price of would sell older people 10, 15, some- matter. People in Michigan simply brand-name drugs that seniors often times even 20 private policies that were want to know that if they or their take, just in 2017 alone, rose four times supposed to supplement their Medi- loved ones get hurt or sick, they are the rate of inflation—four times the care, and a lot of them weren’t worth going to be able to go to the doctor and rate of inflation according to the the paper they were written on. If you that they are going to be able to get AARP. That is one of the reasons why had one, often, the others wouldn’t the healthcare they need. 72 percent of seniors in a recent poll offer you coverage because they would Unfortunately, Michigan families said they are concerned about the cost say that you already had coverage. have reason to be concerned right now. of their medicine, whether they are Finally, we outlawed that. We wrote Any day now, the Fifth Circuit Court going to be able to get the lifesaving a law that streamlined the Medigap of Appeals will rule on the Texas v. medicine they need and that the doctor market, and it basically is still the law United States case. Everything is at is prescribing for them. today. stake—everything—including coverage It is absolutely shameful that people With respect to the law on pre- for 17 million people through the Med- in America, one of the richest coun- existing conditions, I hope we can pro- icaid expansion. People earning min- tries in the world, are going without tect that. We shouldn’t be creating new imum wage will not have to pick be- medicine they need to survive. How is problems for patients and consumers. tween having healthcare and not work- And, particularly, when we make that happening? How are we allowing ing or working, not getting healthcare that to happen? I have always believed progress, such as we did with the Af- or not working, getting healthcare— fordable Care Act so that we now have that healthcare is a basic human right, now they can work and get and, yes, that includes medications. in it airtight, loophole-free protections healthcare—or the ability for children for those with preexisting conditions, We need to do something about this. to remain on their parent’s health in- We know the No. 1 thing we can do to we certainly shouldn’t turn back the surance plans until age 26, coverage for clock to the days when healthcare was lower prices is to let Medicare nego- preventive services like cancer tiate. Let Medicare negotiate. The fact for the healthy and wealthy. screenings and flu shots, and protec- I am going to have more to say about is, when Medicare Part D was passed, tions for people with preexisting condi- these junk plans and how they have the language that the drug companies tions. really unsavory, historical roots, par- got into the bill—specific language—to Misty, who runs a consulting com- ticularly when the equivalent was sold ban negotiation slipped into the middle pany in Leslie, MI, knows all about to the elderly. These junk plans are of that bill. preexisting conditions. She was diag- now just a backdoor to denying care to We originally were excited about it nosed with breast cancer at age 52. Her Americans with preexisting conditions, because we thought it was going to diagnosis came entirely out of the blue, and people ought to know about the help get Medicare prescription drug 3 days after her husband lost his job. dangers. People deserve to know coverage, and then, of course, the lob- She said: whether their elected officials are bying force—the largest lobbying force going to fight to protect their rights or We were the lucky ones. He found another in DC—prescription drug companies job 3 months later before our COBRA ran snuck in some language to make sure whether they are going to let a bunch out. of con artists weaken the core protec- we couldn’t have the bargaining power She added this: tions for preexisting conditions that of Medicare insurance to lower prices. Insurance loss and job loss at the same Senators WARNER and MURRAY talked So it is real simple. We want to do time as a cancer diagnosis are stresses that about today that are so important to I wonder if any of those people who are look- something that can lower prices. Let keeping families healthy. ing to get rid of coverage for people with pre- Medicare negotiate. Just let them ne- I urge my Republican colleagues to existing conditions have ever thought they gotiate like every other insurance change course and stand with Demo- would have to confront. I doubt it. company. We know it works because crats in defense of the law and real pro- It is estimated that about half of the VA does it for veterans. We know it tection for vulnerable patients, against Michigan families includes someone works. The VA is allowed to negotiate discrimination if they have a pre- with a preexisting condition—about the price of prescription drugs, and, existing condition. half—everything from heart disease, surprise, surprise, it saves money. It With that, I yield the floor. asthma, to breast cancer. Nationwide, saves 40 percent compared to Medicare. I suggest the absence of a quorum. Medicare could have saved $14.4 billion The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. we are talking about 130 million people who could lose their ability to have on just 50 drugs if it paid the same CRAMER). price as the VA—$14.4 billion if they The clerk will call the roll. health insurance if healthcare reform paid the same price for seniors and peo- The bill clerk proceeded to call the is overturned. Think about that—130 ple with disabilities as our veterans are roll. million people. Ms. STABENOW. Mr. President, I ask There is another side effect of over- able to receive. unanimous consent that the order for turning healthcare reform. Prescrip- So what is stopping us? Well, we the quorum call be rescinded. tion drug costs could skyrocket. Now, can’t get the bill passed to take off the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without 43 million seniors enrolled in Medicare prohibition. I offered it in the Senate objection, it is so ordered. Part D prescription drug plans are sav- Finance Committee. Unfortunately, HEALTHCARE ing money thanks to healthcare reform not one Republican colleague voted for Ms. STABENOW. Mr. President, I and thanks to the Affordable Care Act, it. We are going to bring it up again on think you have heard me say before on which helped close the prescription the floor. We are going to bring it up the floor that healthcare is personal— drug doughnut hole—what we call the every opportunity we have to make it not political. I think it is for all of us gap in coverage where you are able to clear that we, as Democrats, know—we and our families. get coverage. Then the coverage is not know the best way to bring down pre- Healthcare affects everybody, wheth- there for a certain amount of time, and scription drug prices. Let Medicare ne- er they are Republican or Democrat, then you can get it once your drug gotiate. Just let them negotiate. urban or rural, cheer for the Wash- costs get at a higher level. We know the reason we can’t ever get ington Nationals—go Nats—or the In fact, healthcare reform saved more a vote on this. In 2018, there were 1,451 Houston Astros or my Detroit Tigers than 11.8 million Medicare bene- lobbyists for the pharmaceutical and that didn’t make it this year. ficiaries almost $27 billion on their pre- health product industry. That is al- When people tell me their healthcare scription drugs—almost $27 billion on most 15 for every Member of the Sen- stories, I can assure you they don’t the cost of their medicine. Instead of ate. Think about that. There are 100

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.068 S23OCPT1 S6086 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 Members, and there are almost 15 phar- standing the provisions of rule XXII, ing media appearances. In 2018 alone, maceutical lobbyists for every 1 Sen- the cloture motion on Executive Cal- he appeared on TV or radio 127 times. ator, and they are doing everything endar No. 457 ripen at 12 noon on That is not what we need on the Fed- they can. Their job is to stop competi- Thursday, October 24; further, that if eral bench. tion, keep prices high, and they have cloture is invoked, at 1:45 p.m., the I will oppose the Walker nomination. done a very good job of it. It is wrong Senate vote on the nomination with no He simply lacks the litigation and trial for people, but they have done a very intervening action or debate; that if experience to serve as a district court good job of what they were assigned to confirmed, the motion to reconsider be judge. do. considered made and laid upon the f As I mentioned before, back in 2003, table; and that the President be imme- ARMS SALES NOTIFICATION when Medicare Part D was signed into diately notified of the Senate’s action. law, they blocked Medicare from har- I further ask that the mandatory Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, section nessing the bargaining power of 43 mil- quorum call be waived. 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act lion American seniors to bring down The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without requires that Congress receive prior no- the cost of their prescription medi- objection, it is so ordered. tification of certain proposed arms cines. Now, 16 years later, pharma- f sales as defined by that statute. Upon ceutical companies are still doing ev- such notification, the Congress has 30 erything they can to put their com- MORNING BUSINESS calendar days during which the sale pany profits before people. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I may be reviewed. The provision stipu- It is time—it is past time to help peo- ask unanimous consent that the Sen- lates that, in the Senate, the notifica- ple afford their prescription medica- ate be in a period of morning business, tion of proposed sales shall be sent to tions and protect people with pre- with Senators permitted to speak the chairman of the Senate Foreign existing conditions. People in America, therein for up to 10 minutes each. Relations Committee. right now, shouldn’t be worried about a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without In keeping with the committee’s in- court case in the Fifth Circuit and objection, it is so ordered. tention to see that relevant informa- what is going to happen and what that f tion is available to the full Senate, I will mean for their family and their ask unanimous consent to have printed NOMINATION OF JUSTIN WALKER healthcare. in the RECORD the notifications which We could do something about that Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, we have have been received. If the cover letter right now—today. We could do some- seen too many Trump judicial nomi- references a classified annex, then such thing right now if people wanted to. nees in recent years who don’t know annex is available to all Senators in Let me remind you that it has now their way around a courtroom. I sus- the office of the Foreign Relations been 167 days since the House passed pect some of these nominees never Committee, room SD–423. legislation protecting people with pre- even made it through a ‘‘Law and There being no objection, the mate- existing conditions. It has been 167 Order’’ episode. rial was ordered to be printed in the days ago the U.S. House of Representa- The majority leader is now rushing a RECORD, as follows: tives passed a bill and sent it over to floor vote on Justin Walker, nominated DEFENSE SECURITY the Senate, and we have not been al- to be a district court judge in Ken- COOPERATION AGENCY, lowed to vote on that. It has not been tucky. Mr. Walker was just reported Arlington, VA. brought up for a vote. It needs to come out of committee last week. The Walk- Hon. JAMES E. RISCH, up for a vote. It needs to be taken out er nomination is leapfrogging a dozen Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, of the legislative graveyard and walked other judicial nominees who have been U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. to the floor of the U.S. Senate so we on the calendar longer. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Pursuant to the re- can vote to really protect people with The American Bar Association, porting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, preexisting health conditions. which does peer review evaluations of Misty and other cancer survivors we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. nominees, concluded that—Mr. Walker 19–61 concerning the Navy’s proposed Let- across Michigan and across the country is not qualified to be a Federal trial ter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Govern- shouldn’t have to wait a day longer. judge. This is the eighth Trump judi- ment of Bahrain for defense articles and This isn’t about politics. It is about cial nominee to be rated ‘‘not quali- services estimated to cost $150 million. After saving lives. fied’’ by the ABA. this letter is delivered to your office, we plan Misty closed her letter to me with Mr. Walker is 37 years old and has to issue a news release to notify the public of this: ‘‘If [these elected officials] are been out of law school for only 10 this proposed sale. Sincerely, truly as concerned about life as many years. He has never tried a case as lead of them claim to be, they need to be CHARLES W. HOOPER, or cocounsel, whether civil or criminal. Lieutenant General, USA, Director. concerned about my life and the life of He has only conducted a single deposi- Enclosures. millions of others with cancer.’’ tion. Here is my question for the majority TRANSMITTAL NO. 19–61 The ABA said that with Walker, ‘‘it Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of leader: What are you waiting for? It is was challenging to determine how time for us to act. Healthcare is per- Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the much of his ten years since graduation Arms Export Control Act, as amended sonal. It should not be political on the from law school has been spent in the floor of the U.S. Senate. It is time to (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of practice of law.’’ Bahrain. act in protecting people with pre- I find it hard to believe that there is (ii) Total Estimated Value: existing conditions and lowering the a shortage of experienced, qualified at- Major Defense Equipment * $0 million. cost of prescription drugs. torneys or State court judges in Ken- Other $150 million. I suggest the absence of a quorum. tucky who could hit the ground run- Total $150 million. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ning as a Federal trial judge. In fact, (iii) Description and Quantity or Quan- clerk will call the roll. tities of Articles or Services under Consider- The bill clerk proceeded to call the there is an experienced Kentucky State ation for Purchase: roll. court judge sitting on the Senate Exec- Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I utive Calendar right now—David Tapp, Non-MDE: Refurbishment of the Oliver ask unanimous consent that the order whose nomination to the Court of Fed- Hazard Perry Class ship, ex ROBERT G. for the quorum call be rescinded. eral Claims I supported in the Judici- BRADLEY (FFG 49), spares, support, train- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ary Committee. Why can’t we get dis- ing, publications, and other related elements of logistics and program support. objection, it is so ordered. trict court nominees who actually know what they are doing in the court- (iv) Military Department: Navy (BA–P– f SAT). room, like Judge Tapp? ORDER OF BUSINESS (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: BA–P–GAL Rather than gaining actual court- and BA–P–GAV. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I room experience, Mr. Walker has spent (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Of- ask unanimous consent that notwith- much of his time in recent years mak- fered, or Agreed to be Paid: None.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.064 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6087 (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained If you wanted to get things done, it a firm foundation with bricks that oth- in the Defense Article or Defense Services was a good idea to listen to Uncle Ted. ers have thrown at him. Even the long- Proposed to be Sold: None. His advice: ‘‘Get to really know people. est day will have an end, and it did. (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: October 22, 2019. Don’t pay attention to partisan dia- The Alaskan of the Century was vindi- * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms tribes, socialize and gain their trust.’’ cated. Export Control Act. By following his advice, it is amazing With this grand portrait, he returns POLICY JUSTIFICATION what you can get done. I still apply to the Senate, and he will remain here Bahrain—Refurbishment of the Oliver Haz- those lessons today; it works: 87 votes for decades to come. ard Perry Class Ship, Ex ROBERT G. for a farm bill that the President just In just 7 months, Ted and Danny will BRADLEY (FFG 49) signed last year. be honored again at the dedication of The Government of Bahrain has requested Example may be better than advice, the Dwight David Eisenhower Memo- refurbishment of the Oliver Hazard Perry but when the two join hands they make rial, Ted’s favorite President. Class ship, ex ROBERT G. BRADLEY (FFG a team that is hard to beat and that They led the charge to create the me- 49), spares, support, training, publications, would be Ted Stevens and his friend—if morial. The dedication will be on May and other related elements of logistics and not brother—Danny Inouye. Either one 8, 2020, and the memorial will be an- program support. The estimated cost is $150 could be chairman, and the result other part of Ted Stevens’ legacy. million. would be the same in behalf of our It was a privilege to know and serve This proposed sale will support the foreign with him and to share his friendship. policy and national security of the United military and national security. States by helping to improve the security of We who have the public trust know Alaska and our country are better and an important ally which is a force for polit- we are only as good as our staff, and stronger thanks to his duty and devo- ical stability and economic progress in the Ted had the best, many of whom are in tion. Middle East. This sale is consistent with the audience. We will never see the likes of Ted U.S. initiatives to provide key allies in the As the Senator toting the bucket for Stevens again. However, he still lives region with systems that will enhance inter- our beloved Marine Corps, I mention within all of our hearts, and we thank operability with U.S. forces and increase se- one: Sid Ashworth. the Lord for enabling us to live in his curity. Back in the day, the Commandant space and time. The proposed sale will refurbish and sup- I yield the floor. port the grant transfer of the Oliver Hazard would trust me to follow up after meet- Perry Class ship, ROBERT G. BRADLEY ing with Ted. We all knew the Air f (FFG 49), which was authorized for transfer Force got top dollar; then the Army, CONFIRMATION OF EUGENE under Public Law 115–232, Section 1020. Bah- Navy, and maybe we got retread tires SCALIA rain already operates another Oliver Hazard and bailing wire. Perry Class ship. Bahrain will have no dif- Sid said, ‘‘Take in three requests. Mr. BOOKER. Mr. President, I want ficulty absorbing these defense articles and Make the first so big, he’ll say, ‘You to express my disapproval of the con- services into its armed forces. know we can’t afford that.’ Then with firmation of Eugene Scalia as Sec- The proposed sale will not alter the basic retary of Labor. America’s workers are military balance in the region. number two, make that difficult to un- derstand and fill it with acronyms, and the backbone of our economy, and the The principal contractor supporting the re- Secretary of Labor should be entrusted furbishment has not yet been selected for he’ll shut you down. Finally for your this potential sale. There are no known off- third request: take your number one to strengthen worker protections, sup- set agreements proposed in connection with ask and plead your case, ‘What am I port unions, and play a crucial role in this potential sale. going to tell the Commandant? At ensuring a just economy. Instead, Eu- Implementation of this proposed sale will least give me this.’ ’’ gene Scalia has repeatedly dem- not require the assignment of any U.S. Gov- onstrated that he prioritizes the well- ernment or contractor representatives to And it would work. Then I would call the Commandant and casually say, being of corporate interests over those Bahrain. of workers. Throughout his career as a There will be no adverse impact on U.S. de- ‘‘Sir, we’re okay, we got our top ask.’’ fense readiness as a result of this proposed Thanks, Sid. corporate lawyer, he fought against sale. My relationship with Ted was simple, unions, worker safety regulations, and consumer protections rules. For those f I did what he asked. On a CODEL, very late at night, we were watching ‘‘Band reasons, I do not believe Eugene Scalia REMEMBERING TED STEVENS of Brothers’’—again; it was Ted’s favor- is fit to serve as Secretary of Labor. Mr. ROBERTS. Mr. President, today ite. All lights were off, it was past mid- My grandfather was one of the first Black members of United Auto Work- I wish to pay tribute to my dear friend night, everyone fast asleep. I was sit- ers at Ford Motor Company, and and colleague, the former senator from ting next to Ted whose eyes were through him, I learned the importance Alaska, Ted Stevens. He was an incom- closed, so I got up quietly and at- of worker rights that collective bar- parable and one of kind senator. tempted to turn the TV off. Ted said in gaining provides. Through collective With Ted, they broke the mold. a very loud voice, ‘‘Leave it on, this action, unions are able to provide To me, he was my friend, mentor, next part is the best part.’’ I sat down. and a person that comes along your ‘‘Temper is a valuable possession, workers with livable wages, safe work- pathway of life who changes every- don’t lose it,’’ Ted Stevens. Our Tues- ing conditions, and access to benefits like healthcare coverage and retire- thing. day policy lunch often included discus- ment savings. Not only has Eugene In all my years in the House, I sel- sions of appropriations bills versus pol- Scalia represented companies in arbi- dom sheathed my sword with appropri- icy and ideology. One day, Ted had trations against collective bargaining ators who were always rustling our enough and shouted, ‘‘When are you agreements, but he identifies it as one mandatory and authorized money. Our people going to understand, without of his most significant career mo- cause was just, but seldom successful. Democrat votes, we cannot pass appro- It did not take Ted and Danny Inouye ments. The Secretary of Labor should priations bills!’’ long to convince me not only to sheath He left the room, slammed the door be doing everything in their power to my sword but give it to them. I had so hard that Mike Mansfield’s portrait make it easier—not harder—for work- been in the Senate for just a few almost fell to the floor. ing people to join unions. months when Ted cornered me on the I waited about a minute, followed Eugene Scalia also represented the Senate floor, jabbed me in my shoulder him down to his Appropriations office. Chamber of Commerce in working to and said, ‘‘You’re coming with me to I strode in and said, ‘‘Why in the hell overturn the fiduciary rule, a common- North Korea. Don’t argue with me, did you do that?’’ sense step towards protecting the re- Dole says you are Mr. Agriculture. You He said, ‘‘You don’t understand, I’m tirement security of countless working don’t have to say anything, just nod not angry, I just use my anger as a families. Employers trying to design a your head.’’ tool.’’ quality plan for their workers, workers He was trying to arrange a third- Nevertheless, when he donned his starting to save, and retirees trying to party grain sale to alleviate constant ‘‘Hulk Tie’’ colleagues steered clear. avoid spending down their nest egg too famines in North Korea. He and Danny Ted Stevens had a wonderful perspec- quickly deserve access to quality ad- almost pulled it off. tive on life. A successful person can lay vice, without fear that financial bias is

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.006 S23OCPT1 S6088 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 clouding their broker’s judgment. Un- by awarding development funds for The General Motors Corporation fortunately, that access to quality, un- pathobiologists to investigate the would then take over administering biased advice was ultimately over- cause. The issue turned out far more the institute, establishing the General turned, in part thanks to the efforts of complicated than initially expected, Motors Institute, GMI. The institute Eugene Scalia. but Dr. Monahan smartly worked to al- continued to train not only engineers More Federal oversight and stricter locate $3 million in Federal disaster re- and mechanics but also managers and safeguards are necessary to prevent the lief funds to investigate the source. administrative staff. This training was exploitation and discrimination of Over 3 years, 65 researchers at 30 insti- highly successful, and in 1945, GMI working people; yet Eugene Scalia has tutions too part in 21 lobster research added a fifth-year thesis requirement dedicated his career to fighting against projects. This research helped uncover and became a degree-granting college. the existing safeguards. He argued that essential information for lobster biolo- Due to innovation through the 1950s more than 30 women alleging sexual gists and led to changes in State and and 1960s, GMI continued to evolve harassment and retaliation should local pesticide usage for mosquito con- with the inclusion of majors such as have their claims thrown out, defended trol. electrical engineering and added over a company that refused to hire a One of the other landmarks of Dr. 70 new courses. Presidents Guy R. woman because she had dreadlocks, Monahan’s directorship was his expan- Cowing and Harold P. Rodes—who up- and fought against corporate whistle- sion of Sea Grant’s international col- dated labs, equipment, and began build- blowers. He has also worked to under- laboration. Recognizing the advantages ing the campus as we know it today— mine the rights and protections pro- of overseas partnerships, Dr. Monahan added buildings such as the Campus vided by the Americans with Disabil- worked with universities and govern- Center and Thompson Residence Hall. ities Act, stating that workers with ment agencies to forge new connec- In the early 1980s, GM divested itself, disabilities should not be provided tions that would support the exchange which led to GMI becoming a private, workplace accommodations. of innovative marine education, re- nonproft university, but it was not When I go back to my home in New- search, and technology. Impressively, until 1998 that the institution changed ark, I see many working families strug- he launched the Irish-American Aqua- its name a final time to honor one of gling to make ends meet, sometimes culture Initiative. This initiative the founders of the institution, Charles while working two to three jobs. They launched a formal collaboration be- Kettering, who was an early and strong often face underemployment, wage tween Northeast United States Sea proponent of professional cooperative stagnation, wage theft, and a variety of Grant programs and universities in the education. Kettering University con- other tactics meant to keep wages Republic of Ireland and Northern Ire- tinued to grow and develop as tech- down and suppress worker rights. They land. Dr. Monahan also helped to estab- nologies and advancements changed deserve a Secretary of Labor that will lish relationships with Sea Grant ac- throughout the late 1980s and 1990s. fight for them. The Trump administra- tivities in Mexico, Chile, China, and Today, Kettering University offers a tion and the previous Secretary of Germany, which set a new standard for variety of programs in addition to en- Labor have been relentless in their ef- international cooperation. gineering related programs which in- Among his many accomplishments as forts to roll back workers’ rights, at- clude pre-med, bioinformatics, engi- director of Connecticut Sea Grant, Dr. tack unions, and undermine civil lib- neering, physics, and the expansion of Monahan also served on the Sea Grant erties. Unfortunately, I do not have their business program, including a Association, a nonprofit that organizes any reason to believe that Secretary master of business administration de- events at the national level and advo- Scalia will be any different. This is gree. Kettering University continues to cates for better understanding, use, why I must express my deep concern evolve to meet the needs of a tech- and conservation of natural resources. and opposition to his nomination and nology-infused and rapidly changing Thanks to his outstanding efforts, Sea confirmation as Secretary of Labor. society, whether in the automotive in- Grant has developed into an even more f dustry or in science and business. This successful program. In recognition of includes new projects such as the GM ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS his immense and ongoing contribu- Mobility Research Center and ventures tions, the Sea Grant Association into autonomous vehicles as well as ar- awarded Dr. Monahan its prestigious TRIBUTE TO DR. EDWARD C. tificial intelligence. MONAHAN President’s Award in 2000 and 2001, along with its Distinguished Service In addition to their academic initia- ∑ Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, Award in 2005. tives, Kettering University has consist- today I wish to recognize Dr. Edward C. I applaud his lifetime of dogged com- ently given back to the Flint commu- Monahan, a professor at the University mitment to Connecticut’s coastal and nity through service and community of Connecticut and longtime director marine health and hope my colleagues engagement. Kettering helped estab- of Connecticut Sea Grant. will join me in thanking Dr. Monahan lish the University Avenue Corridor Throughout his two decade tenure as for his extraordinary contributions to Coalition to beautify and draw invest- director, Dr. Monahan positively trans- the marine sciences.∑ ment to the area. Students continue to formed Connecticut Sea Grant, which give back through community service, f is an integral part of a national net- whether it is helping to clean up a yard work of programs that strive to protect 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF or engineering a solution to aid the and enhance our coastal and marine KETTERING UNIVERSITY greater community. During the height ecosystems through outreach, edu- ∑ Mr. PETERS. Mr. President, I rise of the Flint water crisis, when the cation, research, and technology. His today to recognize the 100th anniver- community was in dire need of assist- remarkable work and visionary leader- sary of Kettering University. Located ance, a group of Kettering’s engineer- ship secured vital funding for initia- in the heart of Flint, MI, Kettering ing students took action and developed tives that improved the water quality University provides world-class edu- an adapter to allow water filters to be in the Long Island Sound and helped cation and has helped propel students accommodated to all types of faucets. establish a full-fledged Sea Grant Col- into careers that sit on the forefront of Kettering University has become a lege Program in our State. innovation. hub of modernization and inventive- Dr. Monahan demonstrated his excel- In 1919, in the infancy of what would ness, proven by their ranking as fourth lent qualities as a leader through his become the automotive stronghold in the country in producing alumni decisive problem solving and readiness within Southeast Michigan, Kettering who hold patents. Kettering’s alumni to find and implement solutions to University began as the School of have become leaders in a variety of critically important issues. A notable Automobile Trades, eventually re- fields and lead notable organizations example came in 1999, when the Long named the Flint Institute of Tech- such as Henry Juszkiewicz, who is the Island Sound faced lobster die-off, an nology, under the direction of Mr. Al- former chairman and CEO of Gibson unprecedented disaster for the sound’s bert Sobey, who trained mechanics and Guitar, James McCaslin, former Presi- resources. He responded immediately engineers for Buick. dent and COO of Harley-Davidson

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:52 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.008 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6089 Motor Company, and Mary Barra, cur- anniversary and thank them for the MEASURES REFERRED ∑ rent chairman and CEO of General Mo- work they do for Ohioans. The following bills were read the first tors Corporation. Kettering’s graduates and the second times by unanimous have reshaped industries and continue f consent, and referred as indicated: to do so today. H.R. 598. An act to support the independ- Throughout its 100-year history, Ket- MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE ence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity tering University has fostered an envi- At 9:58 a.m., a message from the of Georgia, and for other purposes; to the ronment of innovation, ingenuity, and Committee on Foreign Relations. community. The university is deeply House of Representatives, delivered by H.R. 724. An act to revise section 48 of title rooted in the city of Flint and has been Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, 18, United States Code, and for other pur- an indispensable partner in the city’s announced that the House has passed poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary. development and renewal. I ask my col- the following bill, without amendment: H.R. 835. An act to impose criminal sanc- leagues to join me in recognizing this S. 693. An act to amend title 36, United tions on certain persons involved in inter- national doping fraud conspiracies, to pro- important milestone in the history of States Code, to require that the POW/MIA flag be displayed on all days that the flag of vide restitution for victims of such conspir- Kettering University as it celebrates acies, and to require sharing of information its centennial.∑ the United States is displayed on certain Federal property. with the United States Anti-Doping Agency f to assist its fight against doping, and for The message also announced that the other purposes; to the Committee on Com- RECOGNIZING THE AREA House has passed the following bills, in merce, Science, and Transportation. PROGRESS COUNCIL OF WARREN which it requests the concurrence of H.R. 1123. An act to amend title 28, United COUNTY the Senate: States Code, to modify the composition of ∑ Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, today H.R. 598. An act to support the independ- the eastern judicial district of Arkansas, and I wish to recognize the Area Progress ence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity for other purposes; to the Committee on the of Georgia, and for other purposes. Judiciary. Council of Warren, County, Ohio, in H.R. 2513. An act to ensure that persons H.R. 724. An act to revise section 48 of title honor of their 50th anniversary. who form corporations or limited liability 18, United States Code, and for other pur- The Area Progress Council, a non- companies in the United States disclose the poses . profit, nonpartisan organization, was beneficial owners of those corporations or H.R. 835. An act to impose criminal sanc- limited liability companies, in order to pre- formally incorporated 50 years ago on tions on certain persons involved in inter- vent wrongdoers from exploiting United September 30, 1969. The mission was national doping fraud conspiracies, to pro- States corporations and limited liability and continues to be to plan and pro- vide restitution for victims of such conspir- companies for criminal gain, to assist law mote positive growth and development acies, and to require sharing of information enforcement in detecting, preventing, and with the United States Anti-Doping Agency of Warren County, OH. It works with punishing terrorism, money laundering, and to assist its fight against doping, and for local, State, and Federal governments other misconduct involving United States other purposes. to promote representation of commu- corporations and limited liability compa- H.R. 1123. An act to amend title 28, United nity interests, facilitates programs to nies, and for other purposes; to the Com- States Code, to modify the composition of promote current and future leaders, mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- the eastern judicial district of Arkansas, and fairs. and supports initiatives to promote a for other purposes. positive and proactive climate for eco- H.R. 2426. An act to amend title 17, United The following concurrent resolution nomic growth. States Code, to establish an alternative dis- was read, and referred as indicated: For example, Project Excellence En- pute resolution program for copyright small H. Con. Res. 32. Concurrent resolution ex- dowment, established in 1987, seeks to claims, and for other purposes. pressing the sense of Congress regarding the annually identify, recognize, and re- The message further announced that execution-style murders of United States ward excellent public educators in the House has agreed to the following citizens Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi in Warren County. In addition, Leader- concurrent resolution, in which it re- the Republic of Serbia in July 1999; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. ship Warren County was developed in quests the concurrence of the Senate: f 2000 to create a dynamic network of in- H. Con. Res. 32. Concurrent resolution ex- formed decision-makers whose in- pressing the sense of Congress regarding the MEASURES PLACED ON THE creased awareness and commitment to execution-style murders of United States CALENDAR serve will energize its citizens to shape citizens Ylli, Agron, and Mehmet Bytyqi in the county’s future. the Republic of Serbia in July 1999. The following joint resolution was read the second time, and placed on the APC has supported and collaborated The message also announced that calendar: with many organizations, including: pursuant to 14 U.S.C. 1903(b), and the Little Miami Conservatory (1967); War- order of the House of January 3, 2019, S.J. Res. 59. Joint resolution expressing ren County Park District (1970); United the Speaker appoints the following the sense of Congress on the precipitous Way of Warren County (1970); County withdrawal of United States Armed Forces Member on the part of the House of from Syria and Afghanistan, and Turkey’s Planner (1972); Warren County Career Representatives to the Board of Visi- unprovoked incursion into Syria. Center (1976); Ralph J. Stolle Country- tors to the United States Coast Guard side YMCA (1976); Warren County Big The following bill was read the first Academy: Mr. CUNNINGHAM of South and second times by unanimous con- Brothers Big Sisters (1978); Well-head Carolina. and Aquifer Protection (1992–1994); Wid- sent, and placed on the calendar: ening (1994–1999); Warren County Col- At 12:43 p.m., a message from the H.R. 2426. An act to amend title 17, United lege Task Force (2001–2003); establish- House of Representatives, delivered by States Code, to establish an alternative dis- pute resolution program for copyright small ment of Sinclair Mason Campus (2007); Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, claims, and for other purposes. and Rachel A Hutzel Observatory announced that the House has passed project located at Camp Joy (2011). the following bill, in which it requests f Ongoing efforts include organizing the concurrence of the Senate: EXECUTIVE AND OTHER the Annual Warren County Economic H.R. 2513. An act to ensure that persons COMMUNICATIONS Outlook Breakfast, since 1983; hosting who form corporations or limited liability The following communications were the State of the County, since 1990; and companies in the United States disclose the laid before the Senate, together with organizing the Columbus Excursion, beneficial owners of those corporations or accompanying papers, reports, and doc- since 2000, where a group of educators limited liability companies, in order to pre- uments, and were referred as indicated: and business men and women travel to vent wrongdoers from exploiting United Columbus to meet with the directors of States corporations and limited liability EC–2992. A communication from the Attor- companies for criminal gain, to assist law ney-Advisor, Office of General Counsel, De- the Ohio Department of Education in enforcement in detecting, preventing, and partment of Transportation, transmitting, the morning and State legislators in punishing terrorism, money laundering, and pursuant to law, a report relative to a va- the afternoon. other misconduct involving United States cancy for the position of Administrator, Na- I congratulate the Area Progress corporations and limited liability compa- tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra- Council of Warren County on their 50th nies, and for other purposes. tion, Department of Transportation, received

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.024 S23OCPT1 S6090 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 in the Office of the President of the Senate eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- Programs, National Marine Fisheries Serv- on October 17, 2019; to the Committee on partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- ice, Department of Commerce, transmitting, Commerce, Science, and Transportation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–2993. A communication from the Direc- ‘‘Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South At- ‘‘Fisheries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone tor of the Regulatory Management Division, lantic; 2019 Recreational Accountability Off Alaska; Gulf of Alaska; Final 2019 and Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Measure and Closure for South Atlantic Red 2020 Harvest Specifications for Groundfish’’ ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Grouper’’ (RIN0648–XS012) received in the Of- (RIN0648–XG471) received in the Office of the titled ‘‘The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient fice of the President of the Senate on Octo- President of the Senate on October 15, 2019; (SAFE) Vehicles Rule Part One: One Na- ber 15, 2019; to the Committee on Commerce, to the Committee on Commerce, Science, tional Program’’ ((RIN2127–AL76) (FRL No. Science, and Transportation. and Transportation. 10000–45–OAR)) received during adjournment EC–3001. A communication from the Acting EC–3008. A communication from the Acting of the Senate in the Office of the President Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- Deputy Assistant Administrator for Regu- of the Senate on September 27, 2019; to the eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- latory Programs, National Marine Fisheries Committee on Commerce, Science, and partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- Service, Department of Commerce, transmit- Transportation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–2994. A communication from the Fed- ‘‘Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South At- titled ‘‘Fisheries of the Northeastern United eral Register Liaison Officer, Alcohol and lantic; 2019 Recreational Accountability States; Northeast Multispecies Fishery; Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Department Measure and Closure for the South Atlantic Fishing Year 2019 Recreational Management of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to Other Jacks Complex’’ (RIN0648–XS013) re- Measures’’ (RIN0648–BI69) received in the Of- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Establish- ceived in the Office of the President of the fice of the President of the Senate on Octo- ment of the Eastern Connecticut Highlands Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Committee ber 15, 2019; to the Committee on Commerce, Viticultural Area’’ (RIN1513–AC41) received on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Science, and Transportation. in the Office of the President of the Senate EC–3002. A communication from the Acting EC–3009. A communication from the Acting on October 22, 2019; to the Committee on Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- Commerce, Science, and Transportation. eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- EC–2995. A communication from the Acting partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘At- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- ‘‘Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, lantic Highly Migratory Species; Commer- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- and South Atlantic; Coastal Migratory Pe- cial Aggregated Large Coastal Shark and ant to law, the report of a rule entitled lagic Resources of the Gulf of Mexico and At- Hammerhead Shark Management Group in ‘‘Fisheries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone lantic Region; Commercial Closure for Span- the Atlantic Region; Retention Limit Ad- Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Pot Catcher/ ish Mackerel’’ (RIN0648–XG588) received in justment’’ (RIN0648–XT024) received in the Processers in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Is- the Office of the President of the Senate on Office of the President of the Senate on Oc- lands Management Area’’ (RIN0648–XY029) October 15, 2019; to the Committee on Com- tober 22, 2019; to the Committee on Com- received in the Office of the President of the merce, Science, and Transportation. merce, Science, and Transportation. Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Committee EC–3003. A communication from the Acting EC–3010. A communication from the Man- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. agement and Program Analyst, Federal EC–2996. A communication from the Acting eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- Aviation Administration, Department of Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to ant to law, the report of a rule entitled eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- ‘‘Fisheries of the Northeastern United partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- ness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes’’ States; Summer Flounder Fishery; Quota ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Re- ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA–2019–0441)) Transfers from NC to VA and ME to CT’’ lease of Groundfish Reserves in the Bering received during adjournment of the Senate (RIN0648–XX012) received in the Office of the Sea and Aleutian Islands’’ (RIN0648–XF292) in the Office of the President of the Senate President of the Senate on October 15, 2019; received in the Office of the President of the on October 18, 2019; to the Committee on to the Committee on Commerce, Science, Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Committee Commerce, Science, and Transportation. and Transportation. EC–3011. A communication from the Man- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC–3004. A communication from the Acting EC–2997. A communication from the Acting agement and Program Analyst, Federal Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- Aviation Administration, Department of eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘International Fisheries; Western and Cen- ness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes’’ ‘‘Fisheries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone tral Pacific Fisheries for Highly Migratory ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA–2019–0497)) Off Alaska; Reallocation of Pacific Cod in Species; Closure of Purse Seine Fishery in received during adjournment of the Senate the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Manage- the ELAPS in 2019’’ (RIN0648–PIR–A001) re- in the Office of the President of the Senate ment Area’’ (RIN0648–XG591) received in the ceived in the Office of the President of the on October 18, 2019; to the Committee on Office of the President of the Senate on Oc- Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Committee Commerce, Science, and Transportation. tober 15, 2019; to the Committee on Com- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC–3012. A communication from the Man- merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–3005. A communication from the Direc- agement and Program Analyst, Federal EC–2998. A communication from the Acting tor of the Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Aviation Administration, Department of Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- National Marine Fisheries Service, Depart- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Fish- ness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes’’ ant to law, the report of a rule entitled eries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone Off ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA–2019–0194)) ‘‘Fisheries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone Alaska; Pacific Ocean Perch in the Bering received during adjournment of the Senate Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Hook-and-line Sea Subarea of the Bering Sea and Aleutian in the Office of the President of the Senate Catcher/Processors in the Central Regu- Islands Management Area’’ (RIN0648–XY039) on October 18, 2019; to the Committee on latory Area of the Gulf of Alaska’’ (RIN0648– received in the Office of the President of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation. XG869) received in the Office of the President Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Committee EC–3013. A communication from the Man- of the Senate on October 15, 2019; to the Com- on Commerce , Science, and Transportation. agement and Program Analyst, Federal mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- EC–3006. A communication from the Dep- Aviation Administration, Department of tation. uty Assistant Administrator for Regulatory Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to EC–2999. A communication from the Acting Programs, National Marine Fisheries Serv- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- ice, Department of Commerce, transmitting, ness Directives; The Boeing Company Air- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA– partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- ‘‘Magnuson-Stevens Act Provision; Fisheries 2018–0495)) received during adjournment of ant to law, the report of a rule entitled off West Coast States; Pacific Coast Ground- the Senate in the Office of the President of ‘‘Fisheries Off the Exclusive Economic Zone fish Fishery; Annual Specifications and Man- the Senate on October 18, 2019; to the Com- Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Catcher Vessels agement Measures for the 2019 Tribal and mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Greater Than or Equal to 60 Feet Length Non-Tribal Fisheries for Pacific Whiting, tation. Overall Using Pot Gear in the Bering Sea and Requirement to Consider Chinook Salm- EC–3014. A communication from the Man- and Aleutian Islands Management Area’’ on Bycatch Before Reapportioning Tribal agement and Program Analyst, Federal (RIN0648–XY038) received in the Office of the Whiting’’ (RIN0648–BI67) received in the Of- Aviation Administration, Department of President of the Senate on October 15, 2019; fice of the President of the Senate on Octo- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to to the Committee on Commerce, Science, ber 15, 2019; to the Committee on Commerce, law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- and Transportation. Science, and Transportation. ness Directives; The Boeing Company Air- EC–3000. A communication from the Acting EC–3007. A communication from the Dep- planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA– Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- uty Assistant Administrator for Regulatory 2019–0715)) received during adjournment of

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the Senate in the Office of the President of sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- BOOKER, Mr. CARDIN, Ms. HIRONO, the Senate on October 18, 2019; to the Com- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Revisions to Prohibi- Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. REED, Ms. SMITH, mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- tions and Restrictions on Proprietary Trad- Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. WARNER, Mr. tation. ing and Certain Interests in, and Relation- WYDEN, and Mr. KING): EC–3015. A communication from the Man- ships with, Hedge Funds and Private Equity S. 2669. A bill to amend the Federal Elec- agement and Program Analyst, Federal Funds’’ (RIN3235–AM10) received in the Of- tion Campaign Act of 1971 to clarify the obli- Aviation Administration, Department of fice of the President of the Senate on Octo- gation to report acts of foreign election in- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to ber 22, 2019; to the Committee on Banking, fluence and require implementation of com- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- Housing, and Urban Affairs. pliance and reporting systems by Federal ness Directives; Rolls Royce Deutschland EC–3024. A communication from the Board campaigns to detect and report such acts, Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate Previously Members of the Railroad Retirement Board, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Held by Rolls-Royce plc) Turbofan Engines’’ transmitting, pursuant to law, the Board’s Rules and Administration. ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA–2019–0693)) 2019 Annual Report; to the Committee on By Ms. SMITH (for herself, Ms. ROSEN, received during adjournment of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. and Mrs. FEINSTEIN): in the Office of the President of the Senate S. 2670. A bill to award career pathways in- on October 18, 2019; to the Committee on f novation grants to local educational agen- Commerce, Science, and Transportation. PETITIONS AND MEMORIALS cies and consortia of local educational agen- EC–3016. A communication from the Man- cies, to provide technical assistance within agement and Program Analyst, Federal The following petitions and memo- the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Aviation Administration, Department of rials were laid before the Senate and Education to administer the grants and sup- Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to were referred or ordered to lie on the port the local educational agencies with the law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthi- table as indicated: preparation of grant applications and man- ness Directives; Various Transport Air- POM–148. A resolution adopted by the City agement of grant funds, to amend the Higher planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64) (Docket No. FAA– Council of Hialeah, Florida urging reevalua- Education Act of 1965 to support community 2019–0444)) received during adjournment of tion of an application for permanent resident college and industry partnerships, and for the Senate in the Office of the President of status by the United States Citizenship and other purposes; to the Committee on Health, the Senate on October 18, 2019; to the Com- Immigration Services (USCIS); to the Com- Education, Labor, and Pensions. mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- mittee on the Judiciary. By Mr. BOOKER (for himself, Ms. tation. POM–149. A petition from a citizen of the HIRONO, Ms. HARRIS, Mr. EC–3017. A communication from the Attor- State of Texas relative to federal courts; to BLUMENTHAL, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, and ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department the Committee on the Judiciary. Mr. DURBIN): of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- S. 2671. A bill to build safer, thriving com- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled f munities, and save lives by investing in ef- ‘‘Safety Zone; Allegheny River, Mile 0 to REPORTS OF COMMITTEES fective violence reduction initiatives; to the Mile 0.25, Pittsburgh, PA’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) Committee on the Judiciary. (Docket No. USCG–2019–0806)) received in the The following reports of committees By Mr. HAWLEY (for himself and Mrs. Office of the President of the Senate on Oc- were submitted: BLACKBURN): tober 17, 2019; to the Committee on Com- By Ms. MURKOWSKI, from the Committee S. 2672. A bill to require that the head- merce, Science, and Transportation. on Energy and Natural Resources, with an quarters of certain Federal agencies and per- EC–3018. A communication from the Attor- amendment: manent duty stations of employees of cer- ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department S. 1751. A bill to amend the Reclamation tain Federal agencies be relocated in order of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Project Act of 1939 to authorize pumped stor- to provide an opportunity to build needed in- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled age hydropower development utilizing mul- frastructure in certain areas and to share ‘‘Safety Zone; San Jacinto River, tiple Bureau of Reclamation reservoirs the benefits of Federal employment with Channelview, TX’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket (Rept. No. 116–140). economically distressed regions; to the Com- No. USCG–2019–0818)) received in the Office of By Ms. MURKOWSKI, from the Committee mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- the President of the Senate on October 17, on Energy and Natural Resources, with mental Affairs. 2019; to the Committee on Commerce, amendments: By Mrs. SHAHEEN (for herself, Ms. Science, and Transportation. S. 1821. A bill to amend the Energy Inde- MCSALLY, Ms. HIRONO, and Mrs. CAP- EC–3019. A communication from the Attor- pendence and Security Act of 2007 to provide ITO): ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department for research on, and the development and de- S. 2673. A bill to amend title 10, United of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- ployment of, marine energy, and for other States Code, to provide for eating disorders ant to law, the report of a rule entitled purposes (Rept. No. 116–141). treatment for members and certain former ‘‘Safety Zone for Fireworks Display; Pa- By Ms. MURKOWSKI, from the Committee members of the uniformed services, and de- tapsco River, Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD’’ on Energy and Natural Resources, without pendents of such members, and for other pur- ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket No. USCG–2019– amendment: poses; to the Committee on Armed Services. 0571)) received in the Office of the President S. 1931. A bill to require the Administrator By Mrs. CAPITO (for herself and Mr. of the Senate on October 17, 2019; to the Com- of the Western Area Power Administration CARDIN): mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- to establish a pilot project to provide in- S. 2674. A bill to amend the Safe Drinking tation. Water Act to establish a grant program for EC–3020. A communication from the Attor- creased transparency for customers, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 116–142). improving infrastructure asset management ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department by small public water systems, and for other of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- By Ms. MURKOWSKI, from the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, with purposes; to the Committee on Environment ant to law, the report of a rule entitled and Public Works. ‘‘Safety Zone; Manasquan Inlet, Manasquan, amendments: S. 2137. A bill to promote energy savings in By Mr. BOOKER: NJ’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket No. USCG– S. 2675. A bill to authorize the Secretary of residential buildings and industry, and for 2019–0799)) received in the Office of the Presi- Health and Human Services to carry out ac- other purposes (Rept. No. 116–143). dent of the Senate on October 17, 2019; to the tivities relating to neglected diseases of pov- By Ms. MURKOWSKI, from the Committee Committee on Commerce, Science, and erty; to the Committee on Health, Edu- on Energy and Natural Resources, without Transportation. cation, Labor, and Pensions. amendment: EC–3021. A communication from the Attor- By Mr. MENENDEZ: ney-Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department S. 2333. A bill to provide for enhanced en- S. 2676. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- ergy grid security (Rept. No. 116–144). enue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for em- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- H.R. 1420. A bill to amend the Energy Inde- ployer-provided job training, and for other cial Local Regulation; Gulf of Mexico, Fort pendence and Security Act of 2007 to pro- purposes; to the Committee on Finance. Myers Beach, FL’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket mote energy efficiency via information and By Ms. SMITH: No. USCG–2019–0602)) received in the Office of computing technologies, and for other pur- S. 2677. A bill to amend the Older Ameri- the President of the Senate on October 17, poses (Rept. No. 116–145). cans Act of 1965 to address social isolation 2019; to the Committee on Commerce, f and loneliness, and for other purposes; to the Science, and Transportation. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and EC–3022. A communication from the Sec- INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND Pensions. retary of the Treasury, transmitting, pursu- JOINT RESOLUTIONS By Mr. BOOKER (for himself and Mr. ant to law, a six-month periodic report on The following bills and joint resolu- BROWN): the national emergency with respect to Iran tions were introduced, read the first S. 2678. A bill to promote economic secu- rity and workplace accountability for the that was declared in Executive Order 12170 and second times by unanimous con- on November 14, 1979; to the Committee on workers of air carriers, and their subcontrac- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. sent, and referred as indicated: tors, and for other purposes; to the Com- EC–3023. A communication from the Sec- By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself, Ms. mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- retary, Securities and Exchange Commis- BALDWIN, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. mental Affairs.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:17 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.015 S23OCPT1 S6092 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 By Ms. DUCKWORTH (for herself and communities, improve school safety, and for sponsors of S. 605, a bill to assist States Mr. ISAKSON): other purposes; to the Committee on the Ju- in carrying out projects to expand the S. 2679. A bill to facilitate the automatic diciary. child care workforce and child care fa- acquisition of citizenship for lawful perma- f cilities in the States, and for other pur- nent resident children of military and Fed- poses. eral Government personnel residing abroad, SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND S. 685 and for other purposes; to the Committee on SENATE RESOLUTIONS the Judiciary. At the request of Mr. LEE, the name By Mr. RUBIO (for himself and Mr. The following concurrent resolutions of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. DUR- BLUMENTHAL): and Senate resolutions were read, and BIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. 685, S. 2680. A bill to impose sanctions with re- referred (or acted upon), as indicated: a bill to amend the Inspector General spect to foreign support for Palestinian ter- By Mr. COTTON (for himself, Mr. Act of 1978 relative to the powers of the rorism, and for other purposes; to the Com- WHITEHOUSE, Mr. CORNYN, Mr. JONES, mittee on Foreign Relations. Department of Justice Inspector Gen- Mr. CRUZ, Ms. ROSEN, Mr. TILLIS, Ms. By Mr. MARKEY (for himself and Mrs. eral. DUCKWORTH, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. COONS, CAPITO): S. 877 Mr. RUBIO, and Mr. CASEY): S. 2681. A bill to promote and ensure deliv- At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the ery of high-quality special education and re- S. Res. 374. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2019, as a names of the Senator from Virginia lated services to students with visual disabil- (Mr. WARNER), the Senator from Michi- ities or who are deaf or hard of hearing or national day of remembrance of the tragic gan (Mr. PETERS), the Senator from deaf-blind through instructional methodolo- terrorist bombing of the United States Ma- gies meeting their unique learning needs, to rine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, in Vermont (Mr. SANDERS), the Senator enhance accountability for the provision of 1983; to the Committee on Armed Services. from Maine (Mr. KING), the Senator such services, and for other purposes; to the By Mr. PORTMAN (for himself and Mr. from Arizona (Ms. SINEMA), the Sen- Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and BROWN): ator from Minnesota (Ms. SMITH), the S. Res. 375. A resolution recognizing the Pensions. Senator from Nevada (Ms. ROSEN), the By Mr. JOHNSON (for himself, Mrs. 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senator from California (Ms. HARRIS), FEINSTEIN, Mr. SCOTT of South Caro- the Senator from Connecticut (Mr. lina, and Mr. BRAUN): By Mr. WYDEN (for himself and Mr. MURPHY), the Senator from Vermont S. 2682. A bill to amend the SOAR Act; to MERKLEY): the Committee on Homeland Security and S. Con. Res. 28. A concurrent resolution (Mr. LEAHY), the Senator from Mary- Governmental Affairs. congratulating the Portland Trail Blazers on land (Mr. VAN HOLLEN) and the Senator By Mr. BURR (for himself and Mr. VAN the 50th anniversary of their inaugural sea- from Maryland (Mr. CARDIN) were HOLLEN): son; to the Committee on Commerce, added as cosponsors of S. 877, a bill to S. 2683. A bill to establish a task force to Science, and Transportation. prohibit the sale of shark fins, and for assist States in implementing hiring require- f other purposes. ments for child care staff members to im- S. 1126 prove child safety; to the Committee on ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. At the request of Mrs. CAPITO, the S. 299 By Mr. BOOKER: name of the Senator from Maine (Mr. S. 2684. A bill to require Community Devel- At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the KING) was added as a cosponsor of S. opment Block Grant and Surface Transpor- name of the Senator from New York 1126, a bill to provide better care for tation Block Grant recipients to develop a (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- Americans living with Alzheimer’s dis- strategy to support inclusive zoning policies, sponsor of S. 299, a bill to amend title ease and related dementias and their to allow for a credit to support housing af- VII of the Public Health Service Act to caregivers, while accelerating progress fordability, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. reauthorize programs that support toward prevention strategies, disease By Mr. REED (for himself and Mr. VAN interprofessional geriatric education modifying treatments, and, ultimately, HOLLEN): and training to develop a geriatric-ca- a cure. S. 2685. A bill to amend the Fair Credit Re- pable workforce, improving health out- S. 1253 porting Act to require that a consumer au- comes for a growing and diverse aging At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the thorize the release of certain information; to American population and their fami- name of the Senator from North Da- the Committee on Banking, Housing, and lies, and for other purposes. Urban Affairs. kota (Mr. CRAMER) was added as a co- By Mr. GARDNER (for himself and Mr. S. 430 sponsor of S. 1253, a bill to apply re- COONS): At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the quirements relating to delivery sales of S. 2686. A bill to improve reporting of the name of the Senator from Arizona (Ms. cigarettes to delivery sales of elec- distribution of controlled substances, and for SINEMA) was added as a cosponsor of S. tronic nicotine delivery systems, and other purposes; to the Committee on the Ju- 430, a bill to extend the Secure Rural for other purposes. diciary. S. 1273 By Mr. CARDIN (for himself and Mr. Schools and Community Self-Deter- At the request of Mr. KENNEDY, the WICKER): mination Act of 2000. S. 2687. A bill to amend the Safe Drinking S. 509 name of the Senator from Mississippi (Mrs. HYDE-SMITH) was added as a co- Water Act and the Federal Water Pollution At the request of Mr. MURPHY, the Control Act to establish pilot programs to sponsor of S. 1273, a bill to amend title name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. assist low-income households in maintaining 17, United States Code, to establish an ISAKSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. access to sanitation services and drinking alternative dispute resolution program 509, a bill to require the Secretary of water, and for other purposes; to the Com- for copyright small claims, and for the Treasury to mint coins in com- mittee on Environment and Public Works. other purposes. By Mr. CASSIDY (for himself and Mr. memoration of the United States Coast S. 1282 WHITEHOUSE): Guard. S. 2688. A bill to amend the Energy Policy At the request of Mr. CRUZ, the name S. 518 Act of 2005 to establish an Office of Tech- of the Senator from Arizona (Ms. nology Transitions, and for other purposes; At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the MCSALLY) was added as a cosponsor of to the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- name of the Senator from Iowa (Ms. S. 1282, a bill to amend the Internal sources. ERNST) was added as a cosponsor of S. Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain By Mr. BOOKER: 518, a bill to amend title XVIII of the rules related to the determination of S. 2689. A bill to prohibit the use of biomet- Social Security Act to provide for ric recognition technology and biometric unrelated business taxable income. analytics in certain federally assisted rental Medicare coverage of certain S. 1300 dwelling units, and for other purposes; to the lymphedema compression treatment At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban items as items of durable medical names of the Senator from New Mexico Affairs. equipment. (Mr. UDALL), the Senator from South By Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Ms. S. 605 Carolina (Mr. GRAHAM), the Senator MCSALLY, Ms. ERNST, Mr. TILLIS, At the request of Ms. KLOBUCHAR, the from Wyoming (Mr. BARRASSO), the Mrs. CAPITO, and Mr. SCOTT of South Carolina): names of the Senator from Arizona Senator from North Carolina (Mr. S. 2690. A bill to reduce mass violence, (Ms. SINEMA) and the Senator from BURR) and the Senator from Montana strengthen mental health collaboration in Iowa (Ms. ERNST) were added as co- (Mr. DAINES) were added as cosponsors

VerDate Sep 11 2014 15:32 Jan 08, 2020 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD19\OCTOBER\S23OC9.REC S23OC9 sradovich on DSKJLST7X2PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6093 of S. 1300, a bill to require the Sec- S. 2085 and the Secretary of Commerce relat- retary of the Treasury to mint a coin At the request of Ms. ROSEN, the ing to endangered and threatened spe- in commemoration of the opening of name of the Senator from Montana cies, and for other purposes. the National Law Enforcement Mu- (Mr. TESTER) was added as a cosponsor S. 2593 seum in the District of Columbia, and of S. 2085, a bill to authorize the Sec- At the request of Mr. PORTMAN, the for other purposes. retary of Education to award grants to name of the Senator from Michigan S. 1414 eligible entities to carry out edu- (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the cational programs about the Holo- of S. 2593, a bill to amend title 31, name of the Senator from New York caust, and for other purposes. United States Code, to provide for (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- S. 2132 automatic continuing resolutions. sponsor of S. 1414, a bill to provide At the request of Mr. LANKFORD, the S. 2639 bankruptcy relief for student bor- name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. At the request of Mr. UDALL, the rowers. RUBIO) was added as a cosponsor of S. name of the Senator from New York S. 1421 2132, a bill to promote security and pro- (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the vide justice for United States victims sponsor of S. 2639, a bill to restore in- name of the Senator from Pennsyl- of international terrorism. tegrity to America’s Election. ASEY vania (Mr. C ) was added as a co- S. 2158 S. 2641 sponsor of S. 1421, a bill to award a At the request of Ms. HASSAN, the At the request of Mr. RISCH, the Congressional Gold Medal to the 23d name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. name of the Senator from Delaware Headquarters Special Troops and the COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. (Mr. COONS) was added as a cosponsor 3133d Signal Service Company in rec- 2158, a bill to improve certain programs of S. 2641, a bill to promote United ognition of their unique and distin- of the Department of Health and States national security and prevent guished service as a ‘‘Ghost Army’’ Human Services with respect to heri- the resurgence of ISIS, and for other that conducted deception operations in table disorders. purposes. Europe during World War II. S. 2160 S. 2655 S. 1524 At the request of Mr. SCOTT of South At the request of Ms. BALDWIN, the At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the Carolina, the name of the Senator from name of the Senator from Illinois (Ms. name of the Senator from California Maryland (Mr. VAN HOLLEN) was added DUCKWORTH) was added as a cosponsor (Ms. HARRIS) was added as a cosponsor as a cosponsor of S. 2160, a bill to re- of S. 2655, a bill to amend title IV of of S. 1524, a bill to provide for the over- quire carbon monoxide alarms in cer- the Higher Education Act of 1965 in all health and well-being of young peo- tain federally assisted housing, and for order to increase the amount of finan- ple, including the promotion of lifelong other purposes. cial support available for working stu- sexual health and healthy relation- S. 2216 dents. ships, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. PETERS, the S.J. RES. 56 S. 1757 name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. At the request of Ms. ERNST, the At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the MORAN) was added as a cosponsor of S. names of the Senator from North Da- name of the Senator from Montana 2216, a bill to require the Secretary of kota (Mr. CRAMER), the Senator from (Mr. TESTER) was added as a cosponsor Veterans Affairs to formally recognize New Hampshire (Ms. HASSAN) and the of S.J. Res. 56, a joint resolution pro- caregivers of veterans, notify veterans Senator from Texas (Mr. CORNYN) were viding for congressional disapproval and caregivers of clinical determina- added as cosponsors of S. 1757, a bill to under chapter 8 of title 5, United tions relating to eligibility for care- award a Congressional Gold Medal, col- States Code, of the rule submitted by giver programs, and temporarily ex- lectively, to the United States Army the Department of Education relating tend benefits for veterans who are de- Rangers Veterans of World War II in to ‘‘Borrower Defense Institutional Ac- termined ineligible for the family care- recognition of their extraordinary serv- countability’’. giver program, and for other purposes. ice during World War II. S.J. RES. 59 S. 2240 S. 1831 At the request of Mr. MCCONNELL, At the request of Ms. KLOBUCHAR, the At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the the names of the Senator from Okla- name of the Senator from Delaware name of the Senator from Rhode Island homa (Mr. LANKFORD), the Senator (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) was added as a co- (Mr. CARPER) was added as a cosponsor from Pennsylvania (Mr. TOOMEY), the of S. 1831, a bill to amend chapter 44 of sponsor of S. 2240, a bill to promote Senator from Alaska (Mr. SULLIVAN), title 18, United States Code, to prohibit digital citizenship and media literacy. the Senator from Iowa (Ms. ERNST), the the distribution of 3D printer plans for S. 2467 Senator from Nebraska (Mrs. FISCHER) the printing of firearms, and for other At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the and the Senator from Kansas (Mr. ROB- purposes. name of the Senator from Nevada (Ms. ERTS) were added as cosponsors of S.J. S. 1835 ROSEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. Res. 59, a joint resolution expressing At the request of Mr. CASEY, the 2467, a bill to establish a program to the sense of Congress on the precipi- name of the Senator from New Hamp- award grants to entities that provide tous withdrawal of United States shire (Ms. HASSAN) was added as a co- transportation connectors from criti- Armed Forces from Syria and Afghani- sponsor of S. 1835, a bill to reauthorize cally underserved urban communities stan, and Turkey’s unprovoked incur- the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, and rural communities to green spaces. sion into Syria. and for other purposes. S. 2485 S. RES. 292 S. 1838 At the request of Mr. PETERS, the At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the At the request of Mr. RUBIO, the name of the Senator from Connecticut name of the Senator from Pennsyl- names of the Senator from Pennsyl- (Mr. MURPHY) was added as a cosponsor vania (Mr. CASEY) was added as a co- vania (Mr. CASEY) and the Senator of S. 2485, a bill to prohibit Federal sponsor of S. Res. 292, a resolution call- from West Virginia (Mrs. CAPITO) were agencies from using Government funds ing on the Government of Cameroon added as cosponsors of S. 1838, a bill to to pay for expenses at lodging estab- and armed separatist groups to respect amend the Hong Kong Policy Act of lishments that are owned by or employ the human rights of all Cameroonian 1992, and for other purposes. certain public officials or their rel- citizens, to end all violence, and to pur- S. 1992 atives. sue an inclusive dialogue to resolve the At the request of Mr. BARRASSO, the S. 2491 conflict in the Northwest and South- name of the Senator from Tennessee At the request of Mr. UDALL, the west regions. (Mr. ALEXANDER) was added as a co- name of the Senator from Nevada (Ms. S. RES. 303 sponsor of S. 1992, a bill to amend the ROSEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. At the request of Mr. HAWLEY, the FAST Act to repeal a rescission of 2491, a bill to terminate certain rules names of the Senator from Georgia funds. issued by the Secretary of the Interior (Mr. ISAKSON) and the Senator from

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.021 S23OCPT1 S6094 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 Pennsylvania (Mr. CASEY) were added Our legislation, at no cost to the con- we are left to look at the factors that as cosponsors of S. Res. 303, a resolu- sumer, seeks to give Americans greater led to these attacks and to try to do tion calling upon the leadership of the control over when and how their con- something to prevent the sequence of Government of the Democratic Peo- sumer reports are released when apply- events from playing out again in the ple’s Republic of Korea to dismantle its ing for new credit, a loan, or insurance. future. kwan-li-so political prison labor camp It also would require consumer report- Following the shooting in Sutherland system, and for other purposes. ing agencies to verify a consumer’s Springs, we quickly learned some dis- AMENDMENT NO. 949 identity and secure the consumer’s per- turbing facts about the shooter and At the request of Mr. YOUNG, the mission before releasing consumer re- how he obtained his weapons. He had a name of the Senator from Maine (Mr. ports in instances that are particularly history of violence and a criminal con- KING) was added as a cosponsor of vulnerable to identity theft and fraud. viction that should have prevented him amendment No. 949 intended to be pro- Additionally. our legislation compels from ever purchasing a firearm. But posed to H.R. 3055, a bill making appro- every consumer reporting agency to this information was never uploaded priations for the Departments of Com- take appropriate steps to prevent un- into the background check system run merce and Justice, Science, and Re- authorized access to the consumer re- by the FBI. As a result, the shooter lated Agencies for the fiscal year end- ports and personal information they was able to purchase four firearms, ing September 30, 2020, and for other maintain. These changes are designed three of which were used in the attack. purposes. to make it tougher for criminals to He shouldn’t have been able to do that. f fraudulently open new credit or insur- Every time something like this hap- ance accounts in other peoples names. pens, it is only natural to say: What if? STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED I urge our colleagues to cosponsor What if those convictions had been BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS this commonsense legislative effort, uploaded? What if he wasn’t able to By Mr. REED (for himself and and I thank Senator VAN HOLLEN, the purchase those firearms? Could we Mr. VAN HOLLEN): National Consumer Law Center (on be- have stopped this terrible loss of life? S. 2685. A bill to amend the Fair half of its low-income clients), U.S. My goal then, as it is now, is to do Credit Reporting Act to require that a PIRG, Americans for Financial Re- everything I can to make sure those consumer authorize the release of cer- form, the Center for Digital Democ- questions don’t have to be asked again. tain information; to the Committee on racy, Consumer Action, the Consumer Ten days after the Sutherland Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Federation of America, Consumer Re- Springs shooting, I introduced a piece Mr. REED. Today, I am joined by ports, Demos, the NAACP, the National of legislation called Fix NICS—Fix the Senator VAN HOLLEN in reintroducing Association of Consumer Advocates, National Instant Criminal Background the Consumer Credit Control Act, the National Fair Housing Alliance, Check System—to fill the gaps in our which gives consumers greater control Public Citizen, Tennessee Citizen Ac- background check system and ensure over when and how their consumer re- tion, and the Woodstock Institute for that government agencies submit rel- ports are shared by consumer reporting their support. evant evidence. We worked hard on it agencies. over a long period of time, and it Our current consumer reporting sys- By Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Ms. passed with more than 70 Senate bipar- tem is backwards. Consumer reporting MCSALLY, Ms. ERNST, Mr. tisan cosponsors. agencies collect extensive amounts of TILLIS, Mrs. CAPITO, and Mr. What is the result of the Fix NICS personal information on consumers, SCOTT of South Carolina): bill we passed in the wake of Suther- often without their knowledge, in order S. 2690. A bill to reduce mass vio- land Springs? We now know that the to compile consumer reports. These re- lence, strengthen mental health col- Federal Government has increased its ports are then shared with financial in- laboration in communities, improve record submissions to the background stitutions and others, typically with- school safety, and for other purposes; check system by 400 percent—a 400-per- out consent. to the Committee on the Judiciary. cent increase in the background check Following Equifax’s failure in 2017 to Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, 2 system. That means if somebody is dis- secure troves of valuable personally months ago, Texans were mourning the honorably discharged from the mili- identifiable information it collected on loss of 22 of our people killed in a tary, if somebody has been convicted of over 145 million Americans, it was evi- senseless attack in El Paso, TX. Little domestic violence, violated a protec- dent that this system had to change. did we know that we were just days tive order, or convicted of any felony, Indeed, the National Consumer Law away from another violent attack, this the background check system is much Center’s Chi Chi Wu stated in her Octo- time in Midland and Odessa, which more likely to have that derogatory in- ber 2017 testimony before the House Fi- took seven lives. formation in it, and the seller will not nancial Services Committee that the Visiting these communities in the sell that firearm. Because of this legis- Equifax breach ‘‘means half of the US wake of these tragedies is tough— lation, our Federal background data- population and nearly three-quarters of something I have, unfortunately, had bases are becoming stronger and better the consumers with active credit re- experience with following the 2017 by the day and preventing more crimi- ports are now at risk of identity theft shooting in Sutherland Springs and, nals from getting their hands on deadly due to one of the worst—if not the again, in 2018 in Santa Fe High School. weapons that are already prohibited by worst—breaches of consumer data in There are no words to bring comfort to existing law. American history. These Americans the families and the friends and the But it is time once again to revisit are at risk of having false new credit community members who were shaken the way we might reduce the loss of accounts. phony tax returns, and even to their very core by these sudden and life, the way we might be able to re- spurious medical bills incurred in their unwarranted acts of violence. duce these mass violence episodes from good names.’’ To make matters worse. But as I visited with the families and occurring in our country in the future. the risks of identity fraud may not dis- offered my condolences following each Today, I am introducing the Restoring, sipate over time. As Ed Mierzwinski. of these attacks, there was one com- Enhancing, Strengthening, and Pro- U.S. PIRG’s federal Consumer Program mon refrain, one common request: moting Our Nation’s Safety Efforts—or Director. explains ‘‘unlike credit card Please do something. Now, if I knew of the RESPONSE Act, as we call it. Just numbers. your Social Security Number a way to introduce and pass legislation as Fix NICS did, this bill addresses spe- and Date of Birth don’t change and that could stop these types of criminal cific problems to try to prevent at- may even grow more valuable over acts from occurring, I guarantee we tacks and make our communities safer. time, like gold in a bank vault. Much could pass it with 100 percent of the First, this legislation takes aim at worse, they are the keys to ‘‘new ac- Senate and 435 Members of the House, unlicensed firearms dealers who are count identity theft.’ ’’ and the President would sign it. But breaking the existing law. Shortly The Consumer Credit Control Act at- that, unfortunately, is not the human after the Midland-Odessa shooting, we tempts to address these concerns and condition. Unfortunately, there is no learned that the shooter failed a back- fix the current upside down system. quick fix, no simple answer. Instead, ground check when he attempted to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.023 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6095 buy a gun from a licensed dealer. He that parents literally are in fear of SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS then managed to circumvent the proc- sending their children to school, not ess by purchasing his weapon from knowing whether they may be victim- somebody who appears to have been in SENATE RESOLUTION 374—EX- ized by one of these senseless attacks, PRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE the business of manufacturing and sell- especially in the aftermath of Santa Fe ing guns but who is not a registered DESIGNATION OF OCTOBER 23, and Parkland High School. Parents are firearms dealer. By not registering as a 2019, AS A NATIONAL DAY OF RE- rightfully concerned about sending dealer, the seller was able to skirt the MEMBRANCE OF THE TRAGIC legal requirement and sell a weapon to their kids to school, and they should TERRORIST BOMBING OF THE the shooter without conducting the not have to live with that. UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS BARRACKS IN BEIRUT, LEBANON, necessary background check. The RESPONSE Act includes provi- IN 1983 So to prevent unlicensed dealers from sions to help identify students whose continuing to break the law, the RE- behavior indicates a threat of violence Mr. COTTON (for himself, Mr. WHITE- HOUSE, Mr. CORNYN, Mr. JONES, Mr. SPONSE Act creates a nationwide task and then provide the student with the force to investigate and prosecute CRUZ, Ms. ROSEN, Mr. TILLIS, Ms. appropriate services they may need not those individuals. The task force will DUCKWORTH, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. COONS, focus on those who are illegally selling to be a danger to themselves or others. Mr. RUBIO, and Mr. CASEY) submitted firearms, as well as those attempting By promoting best practices within our the following resolution; which was re- to buy firearms who provide false schools, as well as internet safety poli- ferred to the Committee on Armed statements as part of the background cies, we can help protect both students Services: check. and school faculty and provide parents S. RES. 374 While preventing unlicensed dealers with a little peace of mind. Whereas, in 1982, the United States de- from selling weapons without appro- ployed members of the Armed Forces to Leb- Finally, because so often these shoot- priate background checks is an impor- anon as part of a multinational peace- tant way to reduce violence, it is only ers advertise on social media or cry out keeping force; Whereas, early on the morning of October one factor. I think we have to admit for attention to law enforcement or other people ahead of time, this legis- 23, 1983, a truck packed with explosives deto- there isn’t one single solution. It is nated outside of a building at Beirut Inter- multifactorial. There are multiple lation includes provisions to ensure national Airport that served as quarters for things we can and should do. law enforcement can receive timely in- several hundred members of the Armed The second major piece of this legis- formation about potential threats Forces deployed as part of the peacekeeping lation improves the quality and avail- made online. Online providers and plat- force; Whereas 241 members of the Armed Forces ability of mental health care. I asked forms have the ability to share infor- the Odessa police chief following the were killed in the blast; mation with law enforcement today Whereas the members of the Armed Forces shooting in Midland-Odessa: What is it during emergencies. And in the fight killed included 220 Marines, members of the you think we might have been able to against child abuse, the RESPONSE Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 8th do? He said: Well, we need better access Marines Regiment, which made October 23, to mental health diagnoses and treat- Act would expand the scope of informa- 1983, the deadliest day for the Marine Corps ment. tion they can share to include informa- since the Battle of Iwo Jima in February and We clearly need to do more to iden- tion about potential acts of mass vio- March 1945 during World War II; tify and support struggling individuals lence or self-harm or hate crimes or Whereas, in addition to the Marine Corps who could pose a danger to themselves casualties, 18 Navy sailors and 3 Army sol- acts of domestic terrorism. diers were killed, and more than 100 other and to others. We know for a fact that The RESPONSE Act has been en- members of the Armed Forces were injured; the majority of gun deaths are sui- dorsed already by a number of law en- Whereas members of the Armed Forces cides, self-inflicted. While mental ill- from 39 States and Puerto Rico died while ness is not the prevailing cause of mass forcement and mental health organiza- serving in Beirut, Lebanon, from 1982 to 1984; violence, enhanced mental health re- tions, including the National Council Whereas, on the same day as the bombing sources, I believe, are critical to saving for Behavioral Health, National Alli- of the Marine Corps barracks, another sui- lives. The RESPONSE Act includes a ance on Mental Illness, the National cide bomber killed 58 French paratroopers housed at another building in Beirut; and range of measures, such as expanding District Attorneys Association, Fra- Whereas it is fitting and proper to recog- mental health crisis intervention ternal Order of Police, and a number of nize the events of October 23, 1983, and the teams, improving coordination be- others. members of the Armed Forces of the United tween mental health providers and law States who died in Beirut on that day I am glad to say it also has received enforcement, and bolstering the mental through the establishment of a national day health workforce. support already—even though we are of remembrance on October 23, 2019: Now, Importantly, this bill expands some- only introducing it today—from a num- therefore, be it thing called assisted outpatient treat- ber of our colleagues here: Senators Resolved, That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of a national MCSALLY, TILLIS, ERNST, CAPITO, and ment programs, or AOTs. This is some- day of remembrance on October 23, 2019, for thing we passed as part of the 21st Cen- Senator TIM SCOTT. I hope we can work members of the Armed Forces of the United tury Cures Act, my Mental Health and together to build a big bipartisan list States who were killed or injured by the ter- Safe Communities Act to help focus on, of cosponsors as other Senators have rorist attack on the United States Marine as a priority, pilot projects of these as- the opportunity to review this legisla- Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on Octo- sisted outpatient treatment programs. ber 23, 1983; and tion—again, using the Fix NICS bill as (2) encourages the people of the United Here we seek to expand them further a model of how we can build consensus based on the proven success. AOTs, or States to support and participate in appro- and get something done that will save priate ceremonies, programs, and other ac- assisted outpatient treatment, provide lives. tivities in observance of such a national day families of individuals with mental ill- of remembrance. There is no quick fix, as I said, but ness an opportunity to get treatment f for their loved one in their community there are commonsense measures we rather than in an institution. Making can take to reduce mass violence and SENATE RESOLUTION 375—RECOG- NIZING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY mental health resources more acces- protect the American people. As Tex- OF THE WARSAW UPRISING sible will serve our most vulnerable ans continue to grieve in the aftermath friends and neighbors in countless ways of these attacks, I am committed to Mr. PORTMAN (for himself and Mr. and, I believe, make our communities BROWN) submitted the following resolu- upholding my promise that I made to safer. tion; which was referred to the Com- Third, the RESPONSE Act seeks to their families and friends to do some- mittee on Foreign Relations: increase the safety of our students. I thing—to do what we can to prevent S. RES. 375 have heard from countless parents—no more communities from facing this Whereas October 2, 2019, marks the 75th an- doubt, the Presiding Officer has too— sort of heartbreak. niversary of the tragic conclusion to the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G23OC6.048 S23OCPT1 S6096 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 Warsaw Uprising, a landmark event during (2) commends the bravery, heroism, and for half a century of dedication to the sport World War II, in which brave citizens of Po- patriotism of the individuals who fought as and franchise; land revolted against the German Nazi occu- part of the Polish Home Army in order to (3) joins Oregonians and Blazers fans every- pation of the city of Warsaw in the face of liberate Poland from German Nazi occupa- where to celebrate Rip City’s 50th anniver- daunting and seemingly insurmountable tion; and sary; and odds; (3) honors the memory of the soldiers and (4) directs the Clerk of the Senate to Whereas the Warsaw Uprising, which was civilians whose lives were lost during the produce copies of this resolution for the part of a nationwide resistance against the fighting, and the individuals who suffered in Portland Trail Blazers team members, staff, German Nazi occupation of Poland and concentration camps and death camps during and management. lasted for 63 days, was started by the Polish World War II and the Holocaust. f Home Army, the underground resistance ef- fort that included many young and brave in- f AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND dividuals; SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- PROPOSED Whereas the Warsaw Uprising occurred just over a year after the Warsaw Ghetto Up- TION 28—CONGRATULATING THE SA 967. Ms. ROSEN (for herself and Ms. rising in April 1943, which was the single PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS ON CORTEZ MASTO) submitted an amendment in- largest act of Jewish resistance against THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 forces of Nazi Germany; THEIR INAUGURAL SEASON proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations for the Departments Whereas, after the Warsaw Ghetto Upris- Mr. WYDEN (for himself and Mr. ing, the remaining Jewish Poles from War- of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Re- saw were sent to Treblinka, the killing cen- MERKLEY) submitted the following con- lated Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- ter and labor camp, and murdered; current resolution; which was referred tember 30, 2020, and for other purposes; which Whereas, beginning August 1, 1944, the Pol- to the Committee on Commerce, was ordered to lie on the table. ish Home Army fought against the German Science, and Transportation: SA 968. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- ment intended to be proposed to amendment Nazi occupation of Warsaw, using mostly S. CON. RES. 28 homemade weapons and far outnumbered by SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill the overwhelming German Nazi force, at a Whereas the Portland Trail Blazers have H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on cost of approximately 200,000 citizens of Po- proudly and energetically represented Or- the table. land killed, wounded, or missing; egon’s pioneering spirit on the national bas- SA 969. Ms. ROSEN (for herself and Ms. Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the annihila- ketball stage since 1970; CORTEZ MASTO) submitted an amendment in- tion of the city of Warsaw and the extermi- Whereas the signature phrase ‘‘Rip City’’, tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 nation of its citizens as punishment for the coined by long-time announcer Bill proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, uprising, decimating 80 percent of Warsaw Schonely, has come to represent the city of supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. with no regard for the lives of the citizens of Portland and Trail Blazers fans throughout SA 970. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- Warsaw or for the rich heritage of historic Oregon; ment intended to be proposed to amendment architecture in Warsaw; Whereas dedicated administrators Harry SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill Whereas a Soviet-led army halted its Glickman and Larry Weinberg worked be- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on march toward the city of Berlin at the banks hind the scenes to establish a sustainable the table. of the Vistula River on the specific orders of and beloved franchise; SA 971. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- Stalin to allow the German Nazis to deci- Whereas the Blazers, as they are known, ment intended to be proposed to amendment mate the Poles; won their first National Basketball Associa- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill Whereas, throughout the Warsaw Uprising, tion title in 1977; H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on many people fled the city of Warsaw, re- Whereas Bill Walton, colorful personality the table. mained in hiding, or were wounded or killed, and backbone of the franchise, was named SA 972. Ms. ERNST (for herself and Mr. and the surviving population of Warsaw, the Most Valuable Player for the NBA Finals GRASSLEY) submitted an amendment in- which once totaled more than 1,300,000 peo- that year, and won the NBA League MVP tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 ple, was then sent to prisoner of war camps Award in 1978; proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, and endured harsh conditions; Whereas the Blazers and their fans own the supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. Whereas, after World War II, thousands of longest ever streak of consecutive sold-out SA 973. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- Polish refugees fled from Poland due to per- NBA games, at 814 games; ment intended to be proposed to amendment secution and came to the United States for Whereas history-making players including SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill safety, security, and new opportunities; Geoff Petrie, Clyde Drexler, Terry Porter, H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on Whereas the deep, rich history and tradi- and Arvydas Sabonis powered the Blazers the table. tions of immigrants from Poland who settled through the first quarter century of their ex- SA 974. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- in the United States, particularly in the istence; ment intended to be proposed to amendment States of Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Whereas 21 consecutive playoff appear- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin, have unde- ances (1983 to 2003) by the Blazers ranks 2nd H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on niably shaped the social fabric and founda- all-time in NBA history; the table. tion of the United States; Whereas Blazers Brandon Roy and Rasheed SA 975. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- Whereas, in the 20th century, Cleveland, Wallace represented Oregon nationally as ment intended to be proposed to amendment Ohio; Buffalo, New York; Pittsburgh, Penn- All-Stars in 2008 and 2001, respectively, dem- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill sylvania; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Detroit, onstrating that the talent of the Blazers had H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on Michigan; and Chicago, Illinois; served as the not waned; the table. major epicenters for immigrants and work- Whereas Damian Lillard and Brandon Roy SA 976. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- ers from Poland whose remarkable contribu- blazed into their NBA careers with Rookie of ment intended to be proposed to amendment tions to industry led to the incorporation of the Year honors in 2012 and 2006, respec- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill new towns and the subsequent growth of tively, representing Portland as a hub for H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on those towns; dedicated basketball stars; the table. Whereas the heroic actions of the Polish Whereas Damian Lillard and his out- SA 977. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- underground resistance during World War II standing teammates have lifted this fran- ment intended to be proposed to amendment and the brave citizenry of Poland provide a chise back into the realm of deep playoff SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill valuable lesson in perseverance and patriot- runs, including last year’s strong showing in H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on ism; the Western Conference Finals; the table. Whereas the legacy of the Warsaw Uprising Whereas the owner and benefactor of the SA 978. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- serves as one of the most poignant reminders Blazers for 30 years, Paul Allen, is deeply ment intended to be proposed to amendment of the human cost of the Allied war effort missed after his death on October 18, 2018; SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill during World War II to defeat Adolf Hitler and H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on and the German Nazis; and Whereas the Portland Trail Blazers have the table. Whereas the bravery demonstrated by the brought Oregonians together for 50 years, SA 979. Mr. MURPHY submitted an amend- citizens of Poland during the Warsaw Upris- each year generating as much excitement, ment intended to be proposed to amendment ing continues to inspire people throughout hope, and promise as the first year: Now, SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill the world who are subjected to tyranny and therefore, be it H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on oppression and who join the fight for free- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- the table. dom, democracy, and the pursuit of liberty: resentatives concurring), That Congress— SA 980. Mr. MURPHY submitted an amend- Now, therefore, be it (1) recognizes the Portland Trail Blazers ment intended to be proposed to amendment Resolved, That the Senate— for embarking upon their 50th season; SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill (1) recognizes the 75th anniversary of the (2) congratulates all players, administra- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on Warsaw Uprising; tors, and fans of the Portland Trail Blazers the table.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.030 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6097 SA 981. Mr. BENNET (for himself, Mr. SA 998. Mr. WYDEN submitted an amend- SA 1015. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an KING, Mr. PETERS, and Mr. WARNER) sub- ment intended to be proposed to amendment amendment intended to be proposed to mitted an amendment intended to be pro- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which the table. dered to lie on the table. was ordered to lie on the table. SA 999. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. SA 1016. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an SA 982. Mr. BENNET submitted an amend- RISCH, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. MERKLEY) sub- amendment intended to be proposed to ment intended to be proposed to amendment mitted an amendment intended to be pro- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which dered to lie on the table. the table. was ordered to lie on the table. SA 1017. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an SA 983. Mr. GARDNER (for himself and Mr. SA 1000. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to DAINES) submitted an amendment intended RISCH, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. MERKLEY) sub- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- mitted an amendment intended to be pro- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. dered to lie on the table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which SA 1018. Mr. DAINES submitted an amend- SA 984. Ms. HIRONO submitted an amend- was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 1001. Mr. WYDEN submitted an amend- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill ment intended to be proposed to amendment H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill the table. the table. H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 1019. Mr. PAUL submitted an amend- SA 985. Mr. CARDIN (for himself and Mr. the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment VAN HOLLEN) submitted an amendment in- SA 1002. Ms. COLLINS (for herself and Mr. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 REED) submitted an amendment intended to H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed the table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; SA 1020. Ms. MURKOWSKI submitted an SA 986. Mr. CARDIN (for himself, Mr. VAN which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to HOLLEN, and Mr. BLUMENTHAL) submitted an SA 1003. Ms. CANTWELL submitted an amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY amendment intended to be proposed to amendment intended to be proposed to to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY dered to lie on the table. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- SA 1021. Mr. SCOTT, of South Carolina (for dered to lie on the table. dered to lie on the table. himself, Mr. MENENDEZ, Mr. CRAMER, Ms. SA 987. Mr. MERKLEY (for himself, Mr. SA 1004. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted an CORTEZ MASTO, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. BENNET, and Mr. WYDEN) submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to PERDUE, and Mr. JONES) submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- dered to lie on the table. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- dered to lie on the table. SA 1005. Mrs. SHAHEEN (for herself and dered to lie on the table. SA 988. Ms. ERNST submitted an amend- Mr. REED) submitted an amendment in- SA 1022. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an ment intended to be proposed to amendment tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 amendment intended to be proposed to SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- the table. SA 1006. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted an SA 989. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to dered to lie on the table. SA 1023. Ms. SMITH (for herself, Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY ROUNDS, Mrs. MURRAY, and Mrs. SHAHEEN) amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- submitted an amendment intended to be pro- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- dered to lie on the table. posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. dered to lie on the table. SA 1007. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- SA 990. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an ment intended to be proposed to amendment SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which amendment intended to be proposed to SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill was ordered to lie on the table. SA 1024. Ms. SMITH (for herself and Mrs. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- the table. SHAHEEN) submitted an amendment intended dered to lie on the table. SA 1008. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- SA 991. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an ment intended to be proposed to amendment posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, amendment intended to be proposed by him SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 1025. Ms. SINEMA submitted an amend- dered to lie on the table. the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 992. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an SA 1009. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill amendment intended to be proposed by him ment intended to be proposed to amendment H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill the table. dered to lie on the table. H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 1026. Mr. BENNET submitted an amend- SA 993. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment amendment intended to be proposed to SA 1010. Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY CRAPO, Mr. RISCH, and Mr. WARNER) sub- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- mitted an amendment intended to be pro- the table. dered to lie on the table. posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SA 1027. Mr. BENNET submitted an SA 994. Mr. MERKLEY submitted an SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which amendment intended to be proposed to amendment intended to be proposed to was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1011. Mr. JONES submitted an amend- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- ment intended to be proposed to amendment dered to lie on the table. dered to lie on the table. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 1028. Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. SA 995. Mr. BOOKER submitted an amend- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on CRAMER, and Ms. SMITH) submitted an ment intended to be proposed to amendment the table. amendment intended to be proposed to SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 1012. Mr. KAINE submitted an amend- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on ment intended to be proposed to amendment to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- the table. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill dered to lie on the table. SA 996. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 1029. Mr. DURBIN (for himself and Ms. CRAPO, Mr. MERKLEY, Mr. RISCH, and Mr. the table. DUCKWORTH) submitted an amendment in- MANCHIN) submitted an amendment intended SA 1013. Mr. PETERS (for himself, Mr. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- PORTMAN, and Mr. DURBIN) submitted an proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, amendment intended to be proposed to supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1030. Mr. DURBIN (for himself and Ms. SA 997. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- MURKOWSKI) submitted an amendment in- RISCH, Mr. MERKLEY, Ms. COLLINS, Mr. dered to lie on the table. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 CRAPO, and Mr. KING) submitted an amend- SA 1014. Mr. CASSIDY submitted an proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, ment intended to be proposed to amendment amendment intended to be proposed to supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1031. Ms. ROSEN submitted an amend- H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- ment intended to be proposed to amendment the table. dered to lie on the table. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.031 S23OCPT1 S6098 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 1049. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted an TEXT OF AMENDMENTS the table. amendment intended to be proposed to SA 1032. Ms. BALDWIN (for herself and Mr. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 967. Ms. ROSEN (for herself and MORAN) submitted an amendment intended to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- Ms. CORTEZ MASTO) submitted an to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- dered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, SA 1050. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted an amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SA 1033. Mr. TILLIS (for himself and Mr. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY appropriations for the Departments of BURR) submitted an amendment intended to to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- Commerce and Justice, Science, and be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed dered to lie on the table. by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; SA 1051. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an Related Agencies for the fiscal year which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to ending September 30, 2020, and for SA 1034. Mr. BARRASSO (for himself, Mr. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY other purposes; which was ordered to CARPER, Mrs. CAPITO, and Mr. CARDIN) sub- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- lie on the table; as follows: mitted an amendment intended to be pro- dered to lie on the table. At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- posed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SA 1052. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an sion C, insert the following: SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which amendment intended to be proposed to PROHIBITION OF USE OF FUNDS TO DIVERT was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1035. Mr. BOOKER (for himself and Mr. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- FUNDS FROM THE SOUTHERN NEVADA PUBLIC JONES) submitted an amendment intended to dered to lie on the table. MANAGEMENT ACT SPECIAL ACCOUNT be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed SA 1053. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an SEC. 4llll. None of the funds made by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; amendment intended to be proposed to available by this Act may be used to rescind which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY or divert funds from the special account es- SA 1036. Ms. SMITH submitted an amend- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- tablished under section 4(e)(1)(C) of the ment intended to be proposed to amendment dered to lie on the table. Southern Nevada Public Land Management SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 1054. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an Act of 1998 (Public Law 105–263; 111 Stat. 2345) H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on amendment intended to be proposed to for any purpose not authorized under that the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY Act. SA 1037. Ms. HIRONO submitted an amend- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- ment intended to be proposed to amendment dered to lie on the table. SA 968. Ms. ROSEN submitted an SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 1055. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SA 1038. Mr. DURBIN (for himself and Mr. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- INHOFE) submitted an amendment intended dered to lie on the table. appropriations for the Departments of to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- SA 1056. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an Commerce and Justice, Science, and posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, amendment intended to be proposed to Related Agencies for the fiscal year supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY ending September 30, 2020, and for SA 1039. Mr. KAINE submitted an amend- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- other purposes; which was ordered to ment intended to be proposed to amendment dered to lie on the table. lie on the table; as follows: SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill SA 1057. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on amendment intended to be proposed to At the appropriate place in title II of divi- the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY sion D, insert the following: SA 1040. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted an to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- SEC. 2ll. (a) Notwithstanding any other amendment intended to be proposed to dered to lie on the table. provision of this Act, the amount made amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1058. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an available for the Neighborhood Reinvest- to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment intended to be proposed to ment Corporation under the heading ‘‘PAY- dered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY MENT TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT SA 1041. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted an to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- CORPORATION’’ under the heading ‘‘NEIGHBOR- amendment intended to be proposed to dered to lie on the table. HOOD REINVESTMENT CORPORATION’’ under amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1059. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted an title III of this division shall be increased by to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment intended to be proposed to $2,000,000. dered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of SA 1042. Ms. DUCKWORTH submitted an to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- this Act, the amount made available for the amendment intended to be proposed to dered to lie on the table. Office of Administration under the heading amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1060. Mr. CARDIN submitted an amend- ‘‘ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICES’’ under to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- ment intended to be proposed to amendment the heading ‘‘MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRA- dered to lie on the table. SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill TION’’ under this title shall be decreased by SA 1043. Mr. BROWN (for himself and Mr. H.R. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on $2,000,000. JONES) submitted an amendment intended to the table. be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed SA 1061. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO submitted SA 969. Ms. ROSEN (for herself and by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; an amendment intended to be proposed to Ms. CORTEZ MASTO) submitted an which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY SA 1044. Ms. SMITH (for herself, Mr. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment intended to be proposed to BROWN, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. KAINE, Mr. dered to lie on the table. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. WARNER, and Mr. CARDIN) submitted an SA 1062. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO submitted SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making amendment intended to be proposed by her an amendment intended to be proposed by appropriations for the Departments of to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- her to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- Commerce and Justice, Science, and dered to lie on the table. dered to lie on the table. Related Agencies for the fiscal year SA 1045. Mr. HEINRICH submitted an SA 1063. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO (for herself ending September 30, 2020, and for amendment intended to be proposed to and Mr. PORTMAN) submitted an amendment amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY intended to be proposed to amendment SA other purposes; which was ordered to to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. lie on the table; as follows: dered to lie on the table. 3055, supra; which was ordered to lie on the On page 230, line 17, strike ‘‘$1,357,182,000’’ SA 1046. Mr. HEINRICH submitted an table. and insert ‘‘$1,358,182,000 (of which $4,088,000 amendment intended to be proposed to SA 1064. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO submitted shall be for activities under section 5(d)(2) of amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY an amendment intended to be proposed to the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act (Public Law to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY 106–506; 114 Stat. 2353; 130 Stat. 1786))’’. dered to lie on the table. to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- On page 263, line 9, strike ‘‘$136,244,000’’ and SA 1047. Mr. TOOMEY (for himself and Mr. dered to lie on the table. insert ‘‘$135,244,000’’. COONS) submitted an amendment intended to SA 1065. Mr. INHOFE (for himself and Mr. be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed BROWN) submitted an amendment intended SA 970. Ms. ROSEN submitted an by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; to be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- amendment intended to be proposed to which was ordered to lie on the table. posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SA 1048. Mrs. GILLIBRAND submitted an supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to SA 1066. Mr. DURBIN (for himself and Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY BROWN) submitted an amendment intended appropriations for the Departments of to the bill H.R. 3055, supra; which was or- to be proposed by him to the bill H.R. 3055, Commerce and Justice, Science, and dered to lie on the table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. Related Agencies for the fiscal year

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:53 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.033 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6099 ending September 30, 2020, and for At the appropriate place, insert the fol- the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Con- other purposes; which was ordered to lowing: sumers, as published by the Bureau of Labor lie on the table; as follows: SEC. lll (a) Except as provided in sub- Statistics; section (b), none of the funds appropriated (7) an explanation for a delay in comple- On page 124, line 14, strike ‘‘$331,114,000’’ under this Act or any other Act may be used tion or increase in the original cost estimate and insert ‘‘$330,114,000’’. On page 168, line 17, strike ‘‘$34,000,000’’ and to— for the project; and insert ‘‘$35,000,000’’. (1) purchase, acquire, or distribute extra- (8) the amount of and rationale for any neous promotional items, including blan- award, incentive fee, or other type of bonus, SA 971. Ms. ERNST submitted an kets, buttons, clothing, coloring books, cups, if any, awarded for the project. amendment intended to be proposed to fidget spinners, hats, holiday ornaments, jar Ms. ERNST submitted an amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. grip openers, keychains, koozies, magnets, SA 975. neckties, novelties, snuggies, stickers, stress amendment intended to be proposed to SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making balls, stuffed animals, tchotchkes, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. appropriations for the Departments of thermoses, tote bags, trading cards, or writ- Commerce and Justice, Science, and SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ing utensils; or appropriations for the Departments of Related Agencies for the fiscal year (2) manufacture or use a mascot or cos- ending September 30, 2020, and for tumed character to promote an agency, pro- Commerce and Justice, Science, and other purposes; which was ordered to gram, or agenda. Related Agencies for the fiscal year lie on the table; as follows: (b) The prohibition in subsection (a) shall ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes; which was ordered to On page 310, lines 12 and 13, strike ‘‘and not apply to the use of funds for— conducting an international program as au- (1) an item presented as an honorary or in- lie on the table; as follows: thorized, $317,964,000’’ and insert formal recognition award; or At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- ‘‘$314,964,000’’. (2) an item— sion D, insert the following: (A) used for recruitment for enlistment or SEC. 4ll. When issuing statements, press employment with the Armed Forces; SA 972. Ms. ERNST (for herself and releases, requests for proposals, bid solicita- (B) used for recruitment for employment Mr. GRASSLEY) submitted an amend- tions and other documents describing with the Federal Government; or ment intended to be proposed to projects or programs funded in whole or in (C) distributed for diplomatic purposes, in- part with Federal money, all grantees re- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. cluding gifts for foreign leaders. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ceiving Federal funds included in this Act, including State and local governments and appropriations for the Departments of SA 974. Ms. ERNST submitted an Commerce and Justice, Science, and recipients of Federal research grants, shall amendment intended to be proposed to clearly state— Related Agencies for the fiscal year amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (1) the percentage of the total costs of the ending September 30, 2020, and for SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making program or project which will be financed other purposes; which was ordered to appropriations for the Departments of with Federal money; lie on the table; as follows: Commerce and Justice, Science, and (2) the dollar amount of Federal funds for At the appropriate place in title II of divi- Related Agencies for the fiscal year the project or program; and sion D, insert the following: ending September 30, 2020, and for (3) percentage and dollar amount of the SEC. 2ll. Section 8(o) of the United other purposes; which was ordered to total costs of the project or program that States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)) will be financed by non-governmental is amended by adding at the end the fol- lie on the table; as follows: sources. lowing: At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ‘‘(21) PORTABILITY OF VOUCHERS.— lowing: SA 976. Ms. ERNST submitted an ‘‘(A) DEFINITIONS.—In this paragraph— SEC. ll. (a) Not later than 1 year after amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(i) the term ‘covered public housing agen- the date of enactment of this Act, the Direc- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. cy’ means a public housing agency that, in a tor of the Office of Management and Budget SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making given fiscal year, utilizes less than 95 of the shall submit to Congress and post on the budget authority available to the public website of the Office of Management and appropriations for the Departments of housing agency; Budget a report on each project funded by an Commerce and Justice, Science, and ‘‘(ii) the term ‘initial public housing agen- agency that is appropriated funds under this Related Agencies for the fiscal year cy’ has the meaning given the term ‘initial Act— ending September 30, 2020, and for PHA’ in section 982.4 of title 24, Code of Fed- (1) that is more than 5 years behind sched- other purposes; which was ordered to eral Regulations, or any successor regula- ule; or lie on the table; as follows: tion; and (2) for which the amount spent on the At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ‘‘(iii) the term ‘portable family’ means a project is not less than $1,000,000,000 more lowing: family holding a voucher under this sub- than the original cost estimate for the section that seeks to rent a dwelling unit project. SEC. ll. Notwithstanding section 2, none outside of the jurisdiction of the initial pub- (b) Each report submitted and posted under of the funds appropriated or otherwise made lic housing agency. subsection (a) shall include, for each project available under any division of the Act may be used by a Federal agency to purchase in- ‘‘(B) REQUIREMENT.—A covered public hous- included in the report— ing agency that has jurisdiction over the (1) a brief description of the project, in- formation technology items produced by a area in which a portable family is seeking to cluding— Chinese-owned company for which a Federal use the voucher received from an initial pub- (A) the purpose of the project; agency has issued a warning about known lic housing agency— (B) each location in which the project is cybersecurity risks. carried out; ‘‘(i) shall be required absorb and receive Ms. ERNST submitted an the portable family by the end of the cal- (C) the year in which the project was initi- SA 977. endar year in which the portable family ated; amendment intended to be proposed to seeks to use the voucher; (D) the Federal share of the total cost of amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(ii) shall make assistance payments to the project; and SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making the portable family under an annual con- (E) each primary contractor, subcon- appropriations for the Departments of tributions contract entered into between the tractor, grant recipient, and subgrantee re- Commerce and Justice, Science, and covered public housing agency and the Sec- cipient of the project; Related Agencies for the fiscal year retary; and (2) an explanation of any change to the ending September 30, 2020, and for original scope of the project, including by ‘‘(iii) may not bill the initial public hous- other purposes; which was ordered to ing agency for those assistance payments.’’. the addition or narrowing of the initial re- quirements of the project; lie on the table; as follows: SA 973. Ms. ERNST submitted an (3) the original expected date for comple- On page 345, strike lines 13 through 15. amendment intended to be proposed to tion of the project; amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (4) the current expected date for comple- SA 978. Ms. ERNST submitted an SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making tion of the project; amendment intended to be proposed to appropriations for the Departments of (5) the original cost estimate for the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. project, as adjusted to reflect increases in Commerce and Justice, Science, and SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Con- Related Agencies for the fiscal year sumers, as published by the Bureau of Labor appropriations for the Departments of ending September 30, 2020, and for Statistics; Commerce and Justice, Science, and other purposes; which was ordered to (6) the current cost estimate for the Related Agencies for the fiscal year lie on the table; as follows: project, as adjusted to reflect increases in ending September 30, 2020, and for

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Mr. MURPHY submitted an follows through ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Notwith- posed Hoosier Ridge Wilderness’ on the map amendment intended to be proposed to standing’’ and inserting ‘‘IN GENERAL.—Not- entitled ‘Tenmile Proposal’ and dated June amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. withstanding’’; and 24, 2019, which shall be known as the ‘Hoosier SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (B) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) Ridge Wilderness’. appropriations for the Departments of as subsections (b) and (c), respectively, and ‘‘(25) TENMILE WILDERNESS.—Certain Fed- Commerce and Justice, Science, and by moving those subsections, as so redesig- eral land within the White River National Related Agencies for the fiscal year nated, 2 ems to the left; and Forest that comprises approximately 7,624 (4) by striking ‘‘paragraph (1)’’ each place acres, as generally depicted as ‘Proposed ending September 30, 2020, and for it appears and inserting ‘‘subsection (a)’’. Tenmile Wilderness’ on the map entitled other purposes; which was ordered to ‘Tenmile Proposal’ and dated June 24, 2019, lie on the table; as follows: SA 982. Mr. BENNET submitted an which shall be known as the ‘Tenmile Wil- On page 231, line 15, strike ‘‘$58,770,000’’ and amendment intended to be proposed to derness’. insert ‘‘$67,270,000’’. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(26) EAGLES NEST WILDERNESS ADDITIONS.— On page 231, line 20, strike the period at SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making Certain Federal land within the White River the end and insert ‘‘: Provided further, That appropriations for the Departments of National Forest that comprises approxi- $10,000,000 of the amount made available Commerce and Justice, Science, and mately 9,670 acres, as generally depicted as ‘Proposed Freeman Creek Wilderness Addi- under this heading shall be available for Related Agencies for the fiscal year grants under the Highlands Conservation Act tion’ and ‘Proposed Spraddle Creek Wilder- (Public Law 108–421; 118 Stat. 2375).’’. ending September 30, 2020, and for ness Addition’ on the map entitled ‘Eagles On page 263, line 9, strike ‘‘$136,244,000’’ and other purposes; which was ordered to Nest Wilderness Additions Proposal’ and insert ‘‘$127,744,000’’. lie on the table; as follows: dated June 24, 2019, which shall be incor- At the end of title I of division C, insert porated into, and managed as part of, the Ea- SA 980. Mr. MURPHY submitted an the following: gles Nest Wilderness designated by Public amendment intended to be proposed to Subtitle B—Colorado Outdoor Recreation Law 94–352 (90 Stat. 870).’’. (b) APPLICABLE LAW.—Any reference in the and Economy amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.) to the SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SEC. 131. SHORT TITLE. effective date of that Act shall be considered appropriations for the Departments of This subtitle may be cited as the ‘‘Colo- to be a reference to the date of enactment of Commerce and Justice, Science, and rado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act’’. this Act for purposes of administering a cov- Related Agencies for the fiscal year SEC. 132. DEFINITION OF STATE. ered area. ending September 30, 2020, and for In this subtitle, the term ‘‘State’’ means (c) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES.—In ac- other purposes; which was ordered to the State of Colorado. cordance with section 4(d)(1) of the Wilder- PART I—CONTINENTAL DIVIDE ness Act (16 U.S.C. 1133(d)(1)), the Secretary lie on the table; as follows: may carry out any activity in a covered area On page 231, line 15, strike ‘‘$58,770,000’’ and SEC. 141. DEFINITIONS. In this part: that the Secretary determines to be nec- insert ‘‘$67,270,000’’. essary for the control of fire, insects, and (1) COVERED AREA.—The term ‘‘covered diseases, subject to such terms and condi- On page 231, line 20, strike the period at area’’ means any area designated as wilder- tions as the Secretary determines to be ap- the end and insert ‘‘: Provided further, That ness by the amendments to section 2(a) of propriate. $10,000,000 of the amount made available the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 under this heading shall be available for (d) GRAZING.—The grazing of livestock on a U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) made by covered area, if established before the date of grants under the Highlands Conservation Act section 142(a). (Public Law 108–421; 118 Stat. 2375).’’. enactment of this Act, shall be permitted to (2) HISTORIC LANDSCAPE.—The term ‘‘His- continue subject to such reasonable regula- On page 263, line 9, strike ‘‘$136,244,000’’ and toric Landscape’’ means the Camp Hale Na- tions as are considered to be necessary by insert ‘‘$127,744,000’’. tional Historic Landscape designated by sec- the Secretary, in accordance with— tion 147(a). (1) section 4(d)(4) of the Wilderness Act (16 SA 981. Mr. BENNET (for himself, (3) RECREATION MANAGEMENT AREA.—The U.S.C. 1133(d)(4)); and Mr. KING, Mr. PETERS, and Mr. WAR- term ‘‘Recreation Management Area’’ means (2) the guidelines set forth in Appendix A the Tenmile Recreation Management Area NER) submitted an amendment in- of the report of the Committee on Interior designated by section 144(a). tended to be proposed to amendment and Insular Affairs of the House of Rep- (4) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ resentatives accompanying H.R. 2570 of the SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the means the Secretary of Agriculture. bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations 101st Congress (H. Rept. 101–405). (5) WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AREA.—The (e) COORDINATION.—For purposes of admin- for the Departments of Commerce and term ‘‘Wildlife Conservation Area’’ means, as istering the Federal land designated as wil- Justice, Science, and Related Agencies applicable— derness by paragraph (26) of section 2(a) of for the fiscal year ending September 30, (A) the Porcupine Gulch Wildlife Conserva- the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 2020, and for other purposes; which was tion Area designated by section 145(a); and U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added ordered to lie on the table; as follows: (B) the Williams Fork Mountains Wildlife by subsection (a)(2)), the Secretary shall, as Conservation Area designated by section determined to be appropriate for the protec- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- 146(a). tion of watersheds, coordinate the activities lowing: SEC. 142. COLORADO WILDERNESS ADDITIONS. of the Secretary in response to fires and SEC. lll. FINANCING OF SALES OF AGRICUL- (a) DESIGNATION.—Section 2(a) of the Colo- flooding events with interested State and TURAL COMMODITIES TO CUBA. rado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 local agencies, including operations using (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any note; Public Law 103–77) is amended— aircraft or mechanized equipment. other provision of law (other than section 908 (1) in paragraph (18), by striking ‘‘1993,’’ SEC. 143. WILLIAMS FORK MOUNTAINS WILDER- of the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export and inserting ‘‘1993, and certain Federal land NESS. Enhancement Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7207), as within the White River National Forest that (a) DESIGNATION.—In furtherance of the amended by subsection (c)), a person subject comprises approximately 6,896 acres, as gen- purposes of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 to the jurisdiction of the United States may erally depicted as ‘Proposed Ptarmigan Peak et seq.), certain Federal land in the White provide payment or financing terms for sales Wilderness Additions’ on the map entitled River National Forest in the State, com- of agricultural commodities to Cuba or an ‘Proposed Ptarmigan Peak Wilderness Addi- prising approximately 8,036 acres and gen- individual or entity in Cuba. tions’ and dated June 24, 2019,’’; and erally depicted as ‘‘Proposed Williams Fork (b) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (2) by adding at the end the following: Mountains Wilderness’’ on the map entitled (1) AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY.—The term ‘‘(23) HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS ADDITION.— ‘‘Williams Fork Mountains Proposal’’ and ‘‘agricultural commodity’’ has the meaning Certain Federal land within the White River dated June 24, 2019, is designated as a poten- given that term in section 102 of the Agricul- National Forest that comprises approxi- tial wilderness area. tural Trade Act of 1978 (7 U.S.C. 5602). mately 3,866 acres, as generally depicted as (b) MANAGEMENT.—Subject to valid exist- (2) FINANCING.—The term ‘‘financing’’ in- ‘Proposed Megan Dickie Wilderness Addi- ing rights and except as provided in sub- cludes any loan or extension of credit. tion’ on the map entitled ‘Holy Cross Wilder- section (d), the potential wilderness area (c) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section 908 ness Addition Proposal’ and dated June 24, designated by subsection (a) shall be man- of the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export 2019, which shall be incorporated into, and aged in accordance with—

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(1) the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et ecological resources of the Recreation Man- (2) APPLICABLE LAW.—Section 3(e) of the seq.); and agement Area. James Peak Wilderness and Protection Area (2) this section. (c) MANAGEMENT.— Act (Public Law 107–216; 116 Stat. 1058) shall (c) LIVESTOCK USE OF VACANT ALLOT- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- apply to the Recreation Management Area. MENTS.— age the Recreation Management Area— (f) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS.— (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 3 years (A) in a manner that conserves, protects, Nothing in this section precludes the Sec- after the date of enactment of this Act, in and enhances— retary from authorizing, in accordance with accordance with applicable laws (including (i) the purposes of the Recreation Manage- applicable laws (including regulations), the regulations), the Secretary shall publish a ment Area described in subsection (b); and use or leasing of Federal land within the determination regarding whether to author- (ii) recreation opportunities, including Recreation Management Area for— ize livestock grazing or other use by live- mountain biking, hiking, fishing, horseback (1) a regional transportation project, in- stock on the vacant allotments known as— riding, snowshoeing, climbing, skiing, camp- cluding— (A) the ‘‘Big Hole Allotment’’; and ing, and hunting; and (A) highway widening or realignment; and (B) the ‘‘Blue Ridge Allotment’’. (B) in accordance with— (B) construction of multimodal transpor- (2) MODIFICATION OF ALLOTMENTS.—In pub- (i) the Forest and Rangeland Renewable tation systems; or lishing a determination pursuant to para- Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1600 (2) any infrastructure, activity, or safety graph (1), the Secretary may modify or com- et seq.); measure associated with the implementation bine the vacant allotments referred to in (ii) any other applicable laws (including or use of a facility constructed under para- that paragraph. regulations); and graph (1). (3) PERMIT OR OTHER AUTHORIZATION.—Not (iii) this section. (g) APPLICABLE LAW.—Nothing in this sec- later than 1 year after the date on which a (2) USES.— tion affects the designation of the Federal land within the Recreation Management determination of the Secretary to authorize (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall only livestock grazing or other use by livestock is allow such uses of the Recreation Manage- Area for purposes of— published under paragraph (1), if applicable, ment Area as the Secretary determines (1) section 138 of title 23, United States the Secretary shall grant a permit or other would further the purposes described in sub- Code; or authorization for that livestock grazing or section (b). (2) section 303 of title 49, United States Code. other use in accordance with applicable laws (B) VEHICLES.— (h) PERMITS.—Nothing in this section al- (including regulations). (i) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in ters or limits— (d) RANGE IMPROVEMENTS.— clause (iii), the use of motorized vehicles in (1) any permit held by a ski area or other (1) IN GENERAL.—If the Secretary permits the Recreation Management Area shall be entity; or livestock grazing or other use by livestock limited to the roads, vehicle classes, and pe- (2) the acceptance, review, or implementa- on the potential wilderness area under sub- riods authorized for motorized vehicle use on tion of associated activities or facilities pro- section (c), the Secretary, or a third party the date of enactment of this Act. posed or authorized by law or permit outside authorized by the Secretary, may use any (ii) NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS.—Except as the boundaries of the Recreation Manage- motorized or mechanized transport or equip- provided in clause (iii), no new or temporary ment Area. ment for purposes of constructing or reha- road shall be constructed in the Recreation bilitating such range improvements as are Management Area. SEC. 145. PORCUPINE GULCH WILDLIFE CON- SERVATION AREA. necessary to obtain appropriate livestock (iii) EXCEPTIONS.—Nothing in clause (i) or management objectives (including habitat (a) DESIGNATION.—Subject to valid existing (ii) prevents the Secretary from— rights, the approximately 8,287 acres of Fed- and watershed restoration). (I) rerouting or closing an existing road or (2) TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY.—The au- eral land located in the White River National trail to protect natural resources from deg- Forest, as generally depicted as ‘‘Proposed thority provided by this subsection termi- radation, as the Secretary determines to be nates on the date that is 2 years after the Porcupine Gulch Wildlife Conservation appropriate; Area’’ on the map entitled ‘‘Porcupine Gulch date on which the Secretary publishes a posi- (II) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- tive determination under subsection (c)(3). Wildlife Conservation Area Proposal’’ and cles for administrative purposes or roadside dated June 24, 2019, are designated as the (e) DESIGNATION AS WILDERNESS.— camping; (1) DESIGNATION.—The potential wilderness ‘‘Porcupine Gulch Wildlife Conservation (III) constructing temporary roads or per- Area’’ (referred to in this section as the area designated by subsection (a) shall be mitting the use of motorized vehicles to designated as wilderness, to be known as the ‘‘Wildlife Conservation Area’’). carry out pre- or post-fire watershed protec- (b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of the Wild- ‘‘Williams Fork Mountains Wilderness’’— tion projects; (A) effective not earlier than the date that life Conservation Area are— (IV) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- (1) to conserve and protect a wildlife mi- is 180 days after the date of enactment this cles to carry out any activity described in Act; and gration corridor over Interstate 70; and subsection (d), (e)(1), or (f); or (2) to conserve, protect, and enhance for (B) on the earliest of— (V) responding to an emergency. (i) the date on which the Secretary pub- the benefit and enjoyment of present and fu- (C) COMMERCIAL TIMBER.— lishes in the Federal Register a notice that ture generations the wildlife, scenic, (i) IN GENERAL.—Subject to clause (ii), no roadless, watershed, and ecological resources the construction or rehabilitation of range project shall be carried out in the Recreation improvements under subsection (d) is com- of the Wildlife Conservation Area. Management Area for the purpose of har- (c) MANAGEMENT.— plete; vesting commercial timber. (ii) the date described in subsection (d)(2); (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- (ii) LIMITATION.—Nothing in clause (i) pre- and age the Wildlife Conservation Area— vents the Secretary from harvesting or sell- (A) in a manner that conserves, protects, (iii) the effective date of a determination ing a merchantable product that is a byprod- of the Secretary not to authorize livestock and enhances the purposes described in sub- uct of an activity authorized under this sec- section (b); and grazing or other use by livestock under sub- tion. section (c)(1). (B) in accordance with— (d) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES.—The Sec- (i) the Forest and Rangeland Renewable (2) ADMINISTRATION.—Subject to valid ex- retary may carry out any activity, in ac- isting rights, the Secretary shall manage the Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1600 cordance with applicable laws (including reg- Williams Fork Mountains Wilderness in ac- et seq.); ulations), that the Secretary determines to cordance with— (ii) any other applicable laws (including be necessary to prevent, control, or mitigate (A) the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 regulations); and fire, insects, or disease in the Recreation U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77); and (iii) this section. Management Area, subject to such terms and (B) this part. (2) USES.— conditions as the Secretary determines to be (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall only SEC. 144. TENMILE RECREATION MANAGEMENT appropriate. AREA. allow such uses of the Wildlife Conservation (a) DESIGNATION.—Subject to valid existing (e) WATER.— Area as the Secretary determines would fur- rights, the approximately 17,122 acres of Fed- (1) EFFECT ON WATER MANAGEMENT INFRA- ther the purposes described in subsection (b). eral land in the White River National Forest STRUCTURE.—Nothing in this section affects (B) RECREATION.—The Secretary may per- in the State, as generally depicted as ‘‘Pro- the construction, repair, reconstruction, re- mit such recreational activities in the Wild- posed Tenmile Recreation Management placement, operation, maintenance, or ren- life Conservation Area that the Secretary de- Area’’ on the map entitled ‘‘Tenmile Pro- ovation within the Recreation Management termines are consistent with the purposes posal’’ and dated June 24, 2019, are des- Area of— described in subsection (b). ignated as the ‘‘Tenmile Recreation Manage- (A) water management infrastructure in (C) MOTORIZED VEHICLES AND MECHANIZED ment Area’’. existence on the date of enactment of this TRANSPORT; NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS.— (b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of the Recre- Act; or (i) MOTORIZED VEHICLES AND MECHANIZED ation Management Area are to conserve, pro- (B) any future infrastructure necessary for TRANSPORT.—Except as provided in clause tect, and enhance for the benefit and enjoy- the development or exercise of water rights (iii), the use of motorized vehicles and ment of present and future generations the decreed before the date of enactment of this mechanized transport in the Wildlife Con- recreational, scenic, watershed, habitat, and Act. servation Area shall be prohibited.

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(ii) NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS.—Except as (B) in accordance with— dated June 24, 2019, are designated as the provided in clause (iii) and subsection (e), no (i) the Forest and Rangeland Renewable ‘‘Camp Hale National Historic Landscape’’. new or temporary road shall be constructed Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1600 (b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of the His- within the Wildlife Conservation Area. et seq.); toric Landscape are— (iii) EXCEPTIONS.—Nothing in clause (i) or (ii) any other applicable laws (including (1) to provide for— (ii) prevents the Secretary from— regulations); and (A) the interpretation of historic events, (I) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- (iii) this section. activities, structures, and artifacts of the cles or mechanized transport for administra- (2) USES.— Historic Landscape, including with respect tive purposes; (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall only to the role of the Historic Landscape in (II) constructing temporary roads or per- allow such uses of the Wildlife Conservation local, national, and world history; mitting the use of motorized vehicles or Area as the Secretary determines would fur- (B) the historic preservation of the His- mechanized transport to carry out pre- or ther the purposes described in subsection (b). toric Landscape, consistent with— post-fire watershed protection projects; (B) MOTORIZED VEHICLES.— (i) the designation of the Historic Land- (III) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- (i) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in scape as a national historic site; and cles or mechanized transport to carry out ac- clause (iii), the use of motorized vehicles in (ii) the other purposes of the Historic tivities described in subsection (d) or (e); or the Wildlife Conservation Area shall be lim- Landscape; (IV) responding to an emergency. ited to designated roads and trails. (C) recreational opportunities, with an em- (D) COMMERCIAL TIMBER.— (ii) NEW OR TEMPORARY ROADS.—Except as phasis on the activities related to the his- (i) IN GENERAL.—Subject to clause (ii), no provided in clause (iii), no new or temporary toric use of the Historic Landscape, includ- project shall be carried out in the Wildlife road shall be constructed in the Wildlife ing skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hik- Conservation Area for the purpose of har- Conservation Area. ing, horseback riding, climbing, other road- vesting commercial timber. (iii) EXCEPTIONS.—Nothing in clause (i) or and trail-based activities, and other outdoor (ii) LIMITATION.—Nothing in clause (i) pre- (ii) prevents the Secretary from— activities; and vents the Secretary from harvesting or sell- (I) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- (D) the continued environmental remedi- ing a merchantable product that is a byprod- cles for administrative purposes; ation and removal of unexploded ordnance at uct of an activity authorized under this sec- (II) authorizing the use of motorized vehi- the Camp Hale Formerly Used Defense Site tion. cles to carry out activities described in sub- and the Camp Hale historic cantonment (d) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES.—The Sec- section (d); or area; and retary may carry out any activity, in ac- (III) responding to an emergency. (2) to conserve, protect, restore, and en- cordance with applicable laws (including reg- (C) BICYCLES.—The use of bicycles in the hance for the benefit and enjoyment of ulations), that the Secretary determines to Wildlife Conservation Area shall be limited present and future generations the scenic, be necessary to prevent, control, or mitigate to designated roads and trails. watershed, and ecological resources of the fire, insects, or disease in the Wildlife Con- (D) COMMERCIAL TIMBER.— Historic Landscape. servation Area, subject to such terms and (i) IN GENERAL.—Subject to clause (ii), no conditions as the Secretary determines to be (c) MANAGEMENT.— project shall be carried out in the Wildlife appropriate. (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- Conservation Area for the purpose of har- (e) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS.— age the Historic Landscape in accordance Nothing in this section or section 150(e) pre- vesting commercial timber. with— cludes the Secretary from authorizing, in ac- (ii) LIMITATION.—Nothing in clause (i) pre- (A) the purposes of the Historic Landscape cordance with applicable laws (including reg- vents the Secretary from harvesting or sell- described in subsection (b); and ulations), the use or leasing of Federal land ing a merchantable product that is a byprod- (B) any other applicable laws (including within the Wildlife Conservation Area for— uct of an activity authorized under this sec- regulations). (1) a regional transportation project, in- tion. (2) MANAGEMENT PLAN.— cluding— (E) GRAZING.—The laws (including regula- (A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 5 years (A) highway widening or realignment; and tions) and policies followed by the Secretary after the date of enactment of this Act, the (B) construction of multimodal transpor- in issuing and administering grazing permits Secretary shall prepare a management plan tation systems; or or leases on land under the jurisdiction of for the Historic Landscape. (2) any infrastructure, activity, or safety the Secretary shall continue to apply with (B) CONTENTS.—The management plan pre- measure associated with the implementation regard to the land in the Wildlife Conserva- pared under subparagraph (A) shall include or use of a facility constructed under para- tion Area, consistent with the purposes de- plans for— graph (1). scribed in subsection (b). (i) improving the interpretation of historic (f) APPLICABLE LAW.—Nothing in this sec- (d) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES.—The Sec- events, activities, structures, and artifacts tion affects the designation of the Federal retary may carry out any activity, in ac- of the Historic Landscape, including with re- land within the Wildlife Conservation Area cordance with applicable laws (including reg- spect to the role of the Historic Landscape in for purposes of— ulations), that the Secretary determines to local, national, and world history; (1) section 138 of title 23, United States be necessary to prevent, control, or mitigate (ii) conducting historic preservation ac- Code; or fire, insects, or disease in the Wildlife Con- tivities; (2) section 303 of title 49, United States servation Area, subject to such terms and (iii) managing recreational opportunities, Code. conditions as the Secretary determines to be including the use and stewardship of— (g) WATER.—Section 3(e) of the James Peak appropriate. (I) the road and trail systems; and Wilderness and Protection Area Act (Public (e) REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS.— (II) dispersed recreation resources; Law 107–216; 116 Stat. 1058) shall apply to the Nothing in this section or section 150(e) pre- (iv) the conservation, protection, restora- Wildlife Conservation Area. cludes the Secretary from authorizing, in ac- tion, or enhancement of the scenic, water- SEC. 146. WILLIAMS FORK MOUNTAINS WILDLIFE cordance with applicable laws (including reg- shed, and ecological resources of the Historic CONSERVATION AREA. ulations), the use or leasing of Federal land Landscape, including conducting the restora- (a) DESIGNATION.—Subject to valid existing within the Wildlife Conservation Area for— tion and enhancement project under sub- rights, the approximately 3,528 acres of Fed- (1) a regional transportation project, in- section (d); and eral land in the White River National Forest cluding— (v) environmental remediation and, con- in the State, as generally depicted as ‘‘Pro- (A) highway widening or realignment; and sistent with subsection (e)(2), the removal of posed Williams Fork Mountains Wildlife (B) construction of multimodal transpor- unexploded ordnance. Conservation Area’’ on the map entitled tation systems; or (3) EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS.—The Secretary ‘‘Williams Fork Mountains Proposal’’ and (2) any infrastructure, activity, or safety shall provide to the Secretary of the Army a dated June 24, 2019, are designated as the measure associated with the implementation notification of any unexploded ordnance (as ‘‘Williams Fork Mountains Wildlife Con- or use of a facility constructed under para- defined in section 101(e) of title 10, United servation Area’’ (referred to in this section graph (1). as the ‘‘Wildlife Conservation Area’’). States Code) that is discovered in the His- (f) WATER.—Section 3(e) of the James Peak (b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of the Wild- toric Landscape. life Conservation Area are to conserve, pro- Wilderness and Protection Area Act (Public (d) CAMP HALE RESTORATION AND ENHANCE- tect, and enhance for the benefit and enjoy- Law 107–216; 116 Stat. 1058) shall apply to the MENT PROJECT.— ment of present and future generations the Wildlife Conservation Area. (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall con- wildlife, scenic, roadless, watershed, rec- SEC. 147. CAMP HALE NATIONAL HISTORIC LAND- duct a restoration and enhancement project reational, and ecological resources of the SCAPE. in the Historic Landscape— Wildlife Conservation Area. (a) DESIGNATION.—Subject to valid existing (A) to improve aquatic, riparian, and wet- (c) MANAGEMENT.— rights, the approximately 28,676 acres of Fed- land conditions in and along the Eagle River (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- eral land in the White River National Forest and tributaries of the Eagle River; age the Wildlife Conservation Area— in the State, as generally depicted as ‘‘Pro- (B) to maintain or improve recreation and (A) in a manner that conserves, protects, posed Camp Hale National Historic Land- interpretive opportunities and facilities; and and enhances the purposes described in sub- scape’’ on the map entitled ‘‘Camp Hale Na- (C) to conserve historic values in the Camp section (b); and tional Historic Landscape Proposal’’ and Hale area.

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(2) COORDINATION.—In carrying out the the exercise of such a water right, includ- tial Wilderness to Non-wilderness’ on the project described in paragraph (1), the Sec- ing— map entitled ‘Rocky Mountain National retary shall coordinate with— (A) a water right under an interstate water Park Proposed Wilderness Area Amendment’ (A) the Corps of Engineers; compact (including full development of any and dated January 16, 2018.’’. (B) the Camp Hale-Eagle River Headwaters apportionment made in accordance with SEC. 150. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. Collaborative Group; such a compact); (a) FISH AND WILDLIFE.—Nothing in this (C) the National Forest Foundation; (B) a water right decreed within, above, part affects the jurisdiction or responsibility (D) the Colorado Department of Public below, or through the Historic Landscape; of the State with respect to fish and wildlife Health and Environment; (C) a water right held by the United in the State. (E) the Colorado State Historic Preserva- States; (b) NO BUFFER ZONES.— tion Office; (D) the management or operation of any (1) IN GENERAL.—Nothing in this part or an (F) units of local government; and reservoir, including the storage, manage- amendment made by this part establishes a (G) other interested organizations and ment, release, or transportation of water; protective perimeter or buffer zone around— members of the public. and (A) a covered area; (e) ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION.— (E) the construction or operation of such (B) a wilderness area or potential wilder- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the infrastructure as is determined to be nec- ness area designated by section 143; Army shall continue to carry out the essary by an individual or entity holding (C) the Recreation Management Area; projects and activities of the Department of water rights to develop and place to bene- (D) a Wildlife Conservation Area; or the Army in existence on the date of enact- ficial use those rights, subject to applicable (E) the Historic Landscape. ment of this Act relating to cleanup of— Federal, State, and local law (including reg- (2) OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES.—The fact that a (A) the Camp Hale Formerly Used Defense ulations); nonwilderness activity or use on land outside Site; or (3) constitutes an express or implied res- of a covered area can be seen or heard from (B) the Camp Hale historic cantonment ervation by the United States of any re- within the covered area shall not preclude area. served or appropriative water right; the activity or use outside the boundary of (2) REMOVAL OF UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE.— (4) alters or limits— the covered area. (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the (A) a permit held by a ski area; (c) MAPS AND LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS.— Army may remove unexploded ordnance (as (B) the implementation of activities gov- (1) IN GENERAL.—As soon as practicable defined in section 101(e) of title 10, United erned by a ski area permit; or after the date of enactment of this Act, the States Code) from the Historic Landscape, as (C) the authority of the Secretary to mod- Secretary shall file maps and legal descrip- the Secretary of the Army determines to be ify or expand an existing ski area permit; tions of each area described in subsection appropriate in accordance with applicable (5) prevents the Secretary from closing (b)(1) with— law (including regulations). portions of the Historic Landscape for public (A) the Committee on Natural Resources of (B) ACTION ON RECEIPT OF NOTICE.—On re- safety, environmental remediation, or other the House of Representatives; and ceipt from the Secretary of a notification of use in accordance with applicable laws; or (B) the Committee on Energy and Natural unexploded ordnance under subsection (c)(3), (6) affects— Resources of the Senate. the Secretary of the Army may remove the (A) any special use permit in effect on the (2) FORCE OF LAW.—Each map and legal de- unexploded ordnance in accordance with— date of enactment of this Act; or scription filed under paragraph (1) shall have (i) the program for environmental restora- (B) the renewal of a permit described in the same force and effect as if included in tion of formerly used defense sites under sec- subparagraph (A). this part, except that the Secretary may cor- tion 2701 of title 10, United States Code; (h) FUNDING.— rect any typographical errors in the maps (ii) the Comprehensive Environmental Re- (1) ESTABLISHMENT OF ACCOUNT.—There is and legal descriptions. sponse, Compensation, and Liability Act of established in the general fund of the Treas- (3) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY.—Each map and 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq.); and ury a special account, to be known as the legal description filed under paragraph (1) (iii) any other applicable provision of law ‘‘Camp Hale Historic Preservation and Res- shall be on file and available for public in- (including regulations). toration Fund’’. spection in the appropriate offices of the (3) EFFECT OF SUBSECTION.—Nothing in this (2) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— Forest Service. subsection modifies any obligation in exist- There is authorized to be appropriated to the (d) ACQUISITION OF LAND.— ence on the date of enactment of this Act re- Camp Hale Historic Preservation and Res- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may ac- lating to environmental remediation or re- toration Fund $10,000,000, to be available to quire any land or interest in land within the moval of any unexploded ordnance located in the Secretary until expended, for activities boundaries of an area described in subsection or around the Camp Hale historic canton- relating to historic interpretation, preserva- (b)(1) only through exchange, donation, or ment area, the Camp Hale Formerly Used tion, and restoration carried out in and purchase from a willing seller. Defense Site, or the Historic Landscape, in- around the Historic Landscape. (2) MANAGEMENT.—Any land or interest in cluding such an obligation under— SEC. 148. WHITE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST land acquired under paragraph (1) shall be in- (A) the program for environmental restora- BOUNDARY MODIFICATION. corporated into, and administered as a part tion of formerly used defense sites under sec- (a) IN GENERAL.—The boundary of the of, the wilderness area, Recreation Manage- tion 2701 of title 10, United States Code; White River National Forest is modified to ment Area, Wildlife Conservation Area, or (B) the Comprehensive Environmental Re- include the approximately 120 acres com- Historic Landscape, as applicable, in which sponse, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1 1 1 prised of the SW ⁄4, the SE ⁄4, and the NE ⁄4 the land or interest in land is located. 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq.); or 1 of the SE ⁄4 of sec. 1, T. 2 S., R. 80 W., 6th (e) WITHDRAWAL.—Subject to valid rights (C) any other applicable provision of law Principal Meridian, in Summit County in in existence on the date of enactment of this (including regulations). the State. Act, the areas described in subsection (b)(1) (f) INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT.—The Sec- (b) LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION are withdrawn from— retary and the Secretary of the Army shall FUND.—For purposes of section 200306 of title (1) entry, appropriation, and disposal under enter into an agreement— 54, United States Code, the boundaries of the the public land laws; (1) to specify— White River National Forest, as modified (2) location, entry, and patent under min- (A) the activities of the Secretary relating under subsection (a), shall be considered to ing laws; and to the management of the Historic Land- be the boundaries of the White River Na- (3) operation of the mineral leasing, min- scape; and tional Forest as in existence on January 1, eral materials, and geothermal leasing laws. (B) the activities of the Secretary of the 1965. (f) MILITARY OVERFLIGHTS.—Nothing in Army relating to environmental remediation SEC. 149. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK PO- this part or an amendment made by this part and the removal of unexploded ordnance in TENTIAL WILDERNESS BOUNDARY restricts or precludes— accordance with subsection (e) and other ap- ADJUSTMENT. (1) any low-level overflight of military air- plicable laws (including regulations); and (a) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this section craft over any area subject to this part or an (2) to require the Secretary to provide to is to provide for the ongoing maintenance amendment made by this part, including the Secretary of the Army, by not later than and use of portions of the Trail River Ranch military overflights that can be seen, heard, 1 year after the date of enactment of this and the associated property located within or detected within such an area; Act and periodically thereafter, as appro- Rocky Mountain National Park in Grand (2) flight testing or evaluation over an area priate, a management plan for the Historic County in the State. described in paragraph (1); or Landscape for purposes of the removal ac- (b) BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT.—Section (3) the use or establishment of— tivities described in subsection (e). 1952(b) of the Omnibus Public Land Manage- (A) any new unit of special use airspace (g) EFFECT.—Nothing in this section— ment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–11; 123 Stat. (1) affects the jurisdiction of the State over 1070) is amended by adding at the end the fol- over an area described in paragraph (1); or any water law, water right, or adjudication lowing: (B) any military flight training or trans- portation over such an area. or administration relating to any water re- ‘‘(3) BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT.—The bound- source; ary of the Potential Wilderness is modified PART II—SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS (2) affects any water right in existence on to exclude the area comprising approxi- SEC. 151. DEFINITIONS. or after the date of enactment of this Act, or mately 15.5 acres of land identified as ‘Poten- In this part:

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(1) COVERED LAND.—The term ‘‘covered tect for the benefit and enjoyment of present SEC. 154. RELEASE OF WILDERNESS STUDY land’’ means— and future generations the geological, cul- AREAS. (A) land designated as wilderness under tural, archaeological, paleontological, nat- (a) DOMINGUEZ CANYON WILDERNESS STUDY paragraphs (27) through (29) of section 2(a) of ural, scientific, recreational, wilderness, AREA.—Subtitle E of title II of Public Law the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 wildlife, riparian, historical, educational, 111–11 is amended— U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added and scenic resources of the Special Manage- (1) by redesignating section 2408 (16 U.S.C. by section 152); and ment Areas. 460zzz–7) as section 2409; and (B) a Special Management Area. (c) MANAGEMENT.— (2) by inserting after section 2407 (16 U.S.C. (2) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- 460zzz–6) the following: means the Secretary of Agriculture. age the Special Management Areas in a man- ‘‘SEC. 2408. RELEASE. (3) SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA.—The term ner that— ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Congress finds that, for ‘‘Special Management Area’’ means each of— (A) conserves, protects, and enhances the the purposes of section 603(c) of the Federal (A) the Sheep Mountain Special Manage- resources and values of the Special Manage- Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 ment Area designated by section 153(a)(1); ment Areas described in subsection (b); U.S.C. 1782(c)), the portions of the and (B) subject to paragraph (3), maintains or Dominguez Canyon Wilderness Study Area (B) the Liberty Bell East Special Manage- improves the wilderness character of the not designated as wilderness by this subtitle ment Area designated by section 153(a)(2). Special Management Areas and the suit- have been adequately studied for wilderness ability of the Special Management Areas for SEC. 152. ADDITIONS TO NATIONAL WILDERNESS designation. potential inclusion in the National Wilder- PRESERVATION SYSTEM. ‘‘(b) RELEASE.—Any public land referred to ness Preservation System; and Section 2(a) of the Colorado Wilderness Act in subsection (a) that is not designated as (C) is in accordance with— of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103– wilderness by this subtitle— (i) the National Forest Management Act of 77) (as amended by section 142(a)(2)) is ‘‘(1) is no longer subject to section 603(c) of 1976 (16 U.S.C. 1600 et seq.); amended by adding at the end the following: the Federal Land Policy and Management IZARD HEAD WILDERNESS ADDITION.— (ii) this part; and ‘‘(27) L Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1782(c)); and Certain Federal land in the Grand Mesa, (iii) any other applicable laws. ‘‘(2) shall be managed in accordance with Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National For- (2) PROHIBITIONS.—The following shall be this subtitle and any other applicable laws.’’. ests comprising approximately 3,141 acres, as prohibited in the Special Management Areas: (b) MCKENNA PEAK WILDERNESS STUDY generally depicted on the map entitled ‘Pro- (A) Permanent roads. AREA.— posed Wilson, Sunshine, Black Face and San (B) Except as necessary to meet the min- (1) IN GENERAL.—Congress finds that, for Bernardo Additions to the Lizard Head Wil- imum requirements for the administration the purposes of section 603(c) of the Federal derness’ and dated September 6, 2018, which of the Federal land, to provide access for Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 is incorporated in, and shall be administered abandoned mine cleanup, and to protect pub- U.S.C. 1782(c)), the portions of the McKenna as part of, the Lizard Head Wilderness. lic health and safety— Peak Wilderness Study Area in San Miguel ‘‘(28) MOUNT SNEFFELS WILDERNESS ADDI- (i) the use of motor vehicles, motorized County in the State not designated as wil- TIONS.— equipment, or mechanical transport (other derness by paragraph (29) of section 2(a) of ‘‘(A) LIBERTY BELL AND LAST DOLLAR ADDI- than as provided in paragraph (3)); and the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 TIONS.—Certain Federal land in the Grand (ii) the establishment of temporary roads. U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National (3) AUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES.— by section 152) have been adequately studied Forests comprising approximately 7,235 (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may allow acres, as generally depicted on the map enti- any activities (including helicopter access for wilderness designation. tled ‘Proposed Liberty Bell and Last Dollar for recreation and maintenance and the com- (2) RELEASE.—Any public land referred to Additions to the Mt. Sneffels Wilderness, petitive running event permitted since 1992) in paragraph (1) that is not designated as Liberty Bell East Special Management Area’ that have been authorized by permit or li- wilderness by paragraph (29) of section 2(a) of and dated September 6, 2018, which is incor- cense as of the date of enactment of this Act the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 porated in, and shall be administered as part to continue within the Special Management U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added of, the Mount Sneffels Wilderness. Areas, subject to such terms and conditions by section 152)— ‘‘(B) WHITEHOUSE ADDITIONS.—Certain Fed- as the Secretary may require. (A) is no longer subject to section 603(c) of the Federal Land Policy and Management eral land in the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, (B) PERMITTING.—The designation of the and Gunnison National Forests comprising Special Management Areas by subsection (a) Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1782(c)); and approximately 12,465 acres, as generally de- shall not affect the issuance of permits relat- (B) shall be managed in accordance with picted on the map entitled ‘Proposed White- ing to the activities covered under subpara- applicable laws. house Additions to the Mt. Sneffels Wilder- graph (A) after the date of enactment of this SEC. 155. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. ness’ and dated September 6, 2018, which is Act. (a) FISH AND WILDLIFE.—Nothing in this incorporated in, and shall be administered as (C) BICYCLES.—The Secretary may permit part affects the jurisdiction or responsibility part of, the Mount Sneffels Wilderness. the use of bicycles in— of the State with respect to fish and wildlife ‘‘(29) MCKENNA PEAK WILDERNESS.—Certain (i) the portion of the Sheep Mountain Spe- in the State. Federal land in the State of Colorado com- cial Management Area identified as ‘‘Ophir (b) NO BUFFER ZONES.— prising approximately 8,884 acres of Bureau Valley Area’’ on the map entitled ‘‘Proposed (1) IN GENERAL.—Nothing in this part es- of Land Management land, as generally de- Sheep Mountain Special Management Area’’ tablishes a protective perimeter or buffer picted on the map entitled ‘Proposed McKen- and dated September 19, 2018; and zone around covered land. na Peak Wilderness Area’ and dated Sep- (ii) the portion of the Liberty Bell East (2) ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE WILDERNESS.—The tember 18, 2018, to be known as the ‘McKenna Special Management Area identified as ‘‘Lib- fact that a nonwilderness activity or use on Peak Wilderness’.’’. erty Bell Corridor’’ on the map entitled land outside of the covered land can be seen SEC. 153. SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREAS. ‘‘Proposed Liberty Bell and Last Dollar Ad- or heard from within covered land shall not (a) DESIGNATION.— ditions to the Mt. Sneffels Wilderness, Lib- preclude the activity or use outside the (1) SHEEP MOUNTAIN SPECIAL MANAGEMENT erty Bell East Special Management Area’’ boundary of the covered land. AREA.—The Federal land in the Grand Mesa, and dated September 6, 2018. (c) MAPS AND LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS.— Uncompahgre, and Gunnison and San Juan (d) APPLICABLE LAW.—Water and water (1) IN GENERAL.—As soon as practicable National Forests in the State comprising ap- rights in the Special Management Areas after the date of enactment of this Act, the proximately 21,663 acres, as generally de- shall be administered in accordance with Secretary or the Secretary of the Interior, as picted on the map entitled ‘‘Proposed Sheep section 8 of the Colorado Wilderness Act of appropriate, shall file a map and a legal de- Mountain Special Management Area’’ and 1993 (Public Law 103–77; 107 Stat. 762), except scription of each wilderness area designated dated September 19, 2018, is designated as the that, for purposes of this subtitle— by paragraphs (27) through (29) of section 2(a) ‘‘Sheep Mountain Special Management (1) any reference contained in that section of the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 Area’’. to ‘‘the lands designated as wilderness by U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added (2) LIBERTY BELL EAST SPECIAL MANAGE- this Act’’, ‘‘the Piedra, Roubideau, and by section 152) and the Special Management MENT AREA.—The Federal land in the Grand Tabeguache areas identified in section 9 of Areas with— Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National this Act, or the Bowen Gulch Protection (A) the Committee on Natural Resources of Forests in the State comprising approxi- Area or the Fossil Ridge Recreation Manage- the House of Representatives; and mately 792 acres, as generally depicted on ment Area identified in sections 5 and 6 of (B) the Committee on Energy and Natural the map entitled ‘‘Proposed Liberty Bell and this Act’’, or ‘‘the areas described in sections Resources of the Senate. Last Dollar Additions to the Mt. Sneffels 2, 5, 6, and 9 of this Act’’ shall be considered (2) FORCE OF LAW.—Each map and legal de- Wilderness, Liberty Bell East Special Man- to be a reference to ‘‘the Special Manage- scription filed under paragraph (1) shall have agement Area’’ and dated September 6, 2018, ment Areas’’; and the same force and effect as if included in is designated as the ‘‘Liberty Bell East Spe- (2) any reference contained in that section this part, except that the Secretary or the cial Management Area’’. to ‘‘this Act’’ shall be considered to be a ref- Secretary of the Interior, as appropriate, (b) PURPOSE.—The purpose of the Special erence to ‘‘the Colorado Outdoor Recreation may correct any typographical errors in the Management Areas is to conserve and pro- and Economy Act’’. maps and legal descriptions.

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(3) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY.—Each map and in the State, as generally depicted on the holder of a Thompson Divide lease relin- legal description filed under paragraph (1) pilot program map as ‘‘Fugitive Coal Mine quished under subsection (a) shall— shall be on file and available for public in- Methane Use Pilot Program Area’’, that (A) be equal to the sum of— spection in the appropriate offices of the Bu- would leak or be vented into the atmosphere (i) the amount of the bonus bids paid for reau of Land Management and the Forest from an active, inactive, or abandoned un- the applicable Thompson Divide leases; Service. derground coal mine. (ii) the amount of any rental paid for the (d) ACQUISITION OF LAND.— (2) PILOT PROGRAM.—The term ‘‘pilot pro- applicable Thompson Divide leases as of the (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary or the Sec- gram’’ means the Greater Thompson Divide date on which the leaseholder submits to the retary of the Interior, as appropriate, may Fugitive Coal Mine Methane Use Pilot Pro- Secretary a notice of the decision to relin- acquire any land or interest in land within gram established by section 165(a)(1). quish the applicable Thompson Divide leases; the boundaries of a Special Management (3) PILOT PROGRAM MAP.—The term ‘‘pilot and Area or the wilderness designated under program map’’ means the map entitled (iii) the amount of any expenses incurred paragraphs (27) through (29) of section 2(a) of ‘‘Greater Thompson Divide Fugitive Coal by the leaseholder of the applicable Thomp- the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 (16 Mine Methane Use Pilot Program Area’’ and son Divide leases in the preparation of any U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103–77) (as added dated June 17, 2019. drilling permit, sundry notice, or other re- by section 152) only through exchange, dona- (4) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ lated submission in support of the develop- tion, or purchase from a willing seller. means the Secretary of the Interior. ment of the applicable Thompson Divide (2) MANAGEMENT.—Any land or interest in (5) THOMPSON DIVIDE LEASE.— leases as of January 28, 2019, including any land acquired under paragraph (1) shall be in- (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘Thompson Di- expenses relating to the preparation of any corporated into, and administered as a part vide lease’’ means any oil or gas lease in ef- analysis under the National Environmental of, the wilderness or Special Management fect on the date of enactment of this Act Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and Area in which the land or interest in land is within the Thompson Divide Withdrawal and (B) require the approval of the Secretary. located. Protection Area. (2) EXCLUSION.—The amount of a credit (e) GRAZING.—The grazing of livestock on (B) EXCLUSIONS.—The term ‘‘Thompson Di- issued under subsection (a) shall not include covered land, if established before the date of vide lease’’ does not include any oil or gas any expenses paid by the leaseholder of a enactment of this Act, shall be permitted to lease that— Thompson Divide lease for legal fees or re- continue subject to such reasonable regula- (i) is associated with a Wolf Creek Storage lated expenses for legal work with respect to tions as are considered to be necessary by Field development right; or a Thompson Divide lease. the Secretary with jurisdiction over the cov- (ii) before the date of enactment of this (c) CANCELLATION.—Effective on relinquish- ered land, in accordance with— Act, has expired, been cancelled, or other- ment under this section, and without any ad- (1) section 4(d)(4) of the Wilderness Act (16 wise terminated. ditional action by the Secretary, a Thomp- U.S.C. 1133(d)(4)); and (6) THOMPSON DIVIDE MAP.—The term son Divide lease— (2) the applicable guidelines set forth in ‘‘Thompson Divide map’’ means the map en- (1) shall be permanently cancelled; and Appendix A of the report of the Committee titled ‘‘Greater Thompson Divide Area Map’’ (2) shall not be reissued. on Interior and Insular Affairs of the House and dated June 13, 2019. (d) CONDITIONS.— (1) APPLICABLE LAW.—Except as otherwise of Representatives accompanying H.R. 2570 (7) THOMPSON DIVIDE WITHDRAWAL AND PRO- provided in this section, each exchange of the 101st Congress (H. Rept. 101–405) or TECTION AREA.—The term ‘‘Thompson Divide H.R. 5487 of the 96th Congress (H. Rept. 96– Withdrawal and Protection Area’’ means the under this section shall be conducted in ac- 617). Federal land and minerals generally depicted cordance with— (f) FIRE, INSECTS, AND DISEASES.—In ac- on the Thompson Divide map as the (A) this subtitle; and cordance with section 4(d)(1) of the Wilder- ‘‘Thompson Divide Withdrawal and Protec- (B) other applicable laws (including regula- ness Act (16 U.S.C. 1133(d)(1)), the Secretary tion Area’’. tions). (2) ACCEPTANCE OF CREDITS.—The Secretary with jurisdiction over a wilderness area des- (8) WOLF CREEK STORAGE FIELD DEVELOP- shall accept credits issued under subsection ignated by paragraphs (27) through (29) of MENT RIGHT.— (a) in the same manner as cash for the pay- section 2(a) of the Colorado Wilderness Act (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘Wolf Creek of 1993 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public Law 103– Storage Field development right’’ means a ments described in that subsection. 77) (as added by section 152) may carry out development right for any of the Federal (3) APPLICABILITY.—The use of a credit any activity in the wilderness area that the mineral leases numbered COC 007496, COC issued under subsection (a) shall be subject Secretary determines to be necessary for the 007497, COC 007498, COC 007499, COC 007500, to the laws (including regulations) applica- control of fire, insects, and diseases, subject COC 007538, COC 008128, COC 015373, COC ble to the payments described in that sub- to such terms and conditions as the Sec- 0128018, COC 051645, and COC 051646, and gen- section, to the extent that the laws are con- retary determines to be appropriate. erally depicted on the Thompson Divide map sistent with this section. (g) WITHDRAWAL.—Subject to valid rights as ‘‘Wolf Creek Storage Agreement’’. (4) TREATMENT OF CREDITS.—All amounts in the form of credits issued under subsection in existence on the date of enactment of this (B) EXCLUSIONS.—The term ‘‘Wolf Creek Act, the covered land and the approximately Storage Field development right’’ does not (a) accepted by the Secretary shall be con- 6,590 acres generally depicted on the map en- include any storage right or related activity sidered to be amounts received for the pur- titled ‘‘Proposed Naturita Canyon Mineral within the area described in subparagraph poses of— Withdrawal Area’’ and dated September 6, (A). (A) section 35 of the Mineral Leasing Act 2018, is withdrawn from— (30 U.S.C. 191); and SEC. 163. THOMPSON DIVIDE WITHDRAWAL AND (B) section 20 of the Geothermal Steam Act (1) entry, appropriation, and disposal under PROTECTION AREA. the public land laws; of 1970 (30 U.S.C. 1019). (a) WITHDRAWAL.—Subject to valid existing (e) WOLF CREEK STORAGE FIELD DEVELOP- (2) location, entry, and patent under min- rights, the Thompson Divide Withdrawal and MENT RIGHTS.— ing laws; and Protection Area is withdrawn from— (1) CONVEYANCE TO SECRETARY.—As a condi- (3) operation of the mineral leasing, min- (1) entry, appropriation, and disposal under eral materials, and geothermal leasing laws. tion precedent to the relinquishment of a the public land laws; Thompson Divide lease, any leaseholder with PART III—THOMPSON DIVIDE (2) location, entry, and patent under the a Wolf Creek Storage Field development SEC. 161. PURPOSES. mining laws; and right shall permanently relinquish, transfer, The purposes of this part are— (3) operation of the mineral leasing, min- and otherwise convey to the Secretary, in a (1) subject to valid existing rights, to with- eral materials, and geothermal leasing laws. form acceptable to the Secretary, all Wolf draw certain Federal land in the Thompson (b) SURVEYS.—The exact acreage and legal Creek Storage Field development rights of Divide area from mineral and other disposal description of the Thompson Divide With- the leaseholder. drawal and Protection Area shall be deter- laws; and (2) LIMITATION OF TRANSFER.—An interest (2) to promote the capture of fugitive mined by surveys approved by the Secretary, acquired by the Secretary under paragraph methane emissions that would otherwise be in consultation with the Secretary of Agri- (1)— emitted into the atmosphere— culture. (A) shall be held in perpetuity; and (A) to reduce methane gas emissions; and SEC. 164. THOMPSON DIVIDE LEASE EXCHANGE. (B) shall not be— (B) to provide— (a) IN GENERAL.—In exchange for the relin- (i) transferred; (i) new renewable electricity supplies and quishment by a leaseholder of all Thompson (ii) reissued; or other beneficial uses of fugitive methane Divide leases of the leaseholder, the Sec- (iii) otherwise used for mineral extraction. emissions; and retary may issue to the leaseholder credits SEC. 165. GREATER THOMPSON DIVIDE FUGITIVE (ii) increased royalties for taxpayers. for any bid, royalty, or rental payment due COAL MINE METHANE USE PILOT SEC. 162. DEFINITIONS. under any Federal oil or gas lease on Federal PROGRAM. In this part: land in the State, in accordance with sub- (a) FUGITIVE COAL MINE METHANE USE (1) FUGITIVE METHANE EMISSIONS.—The section (b). PILOT PROGRAM.— term ‘‘fugitive methane emissions’’ means (b) AMOUNT OF CREDITS.— (1) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established methane gas from those Federal lands in (1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to paragraph (2), in the Bureau of Land Management a pilot Garfield, Gunnison, Delta, or Pitkin County the amount of the credits issued to a lease- program, to be known as the ‘‘Greater

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Thompson Divide Fugitive Coal Mine Meth- (vi) the Office of Surface Mining Reclama- (3) FUGITIVE METHANE EMISSIONS FROM ane Use Pilot Program’’. tion and Enforcement; and ABANDONED COAL MINES.— (2) PURPOSE.—The purpose of the pilot pro- (E) such other information as may be use- (A) IN GENERAL.—Except as otherwise pro- gram is to promote the capture, beneficial ful in advancing the purposes of the pilot vided in this section, notwithstanding sec- use, mitigation, and sequestration of fugitive program. tion 163, subject to valid existing rights, and methane emissions— (4) PUBLIC PARTICIPATION; DISCLOSURE.— in accordance with section 21 of the Mineral (A) to reduce methane emissions; (A) PUBLIC PARTICIPATION.—The Secretary Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 241) and any other ap- (B) to promote economic development; shall provide opportunities for public par- plicable law, the Secretary shall— (C) to produce bid and royalty revenues; ticipation in the inventory under this sub- (i) authorize the capture for use, or de- (D) to improve air quality; and section. struction by flaring, of fugitive methane (E) to improve public safety. (B) AVAILABILITY.—The Secretary shall emissions from abandoned coal mines on (3) PLAN.— make the inventory under this subsection Federal land; and (A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days publicly available. (ii) make available for leasing such fugi- after the date of enactment of this Act, the (C) DISCLOSURE.—Nothing in this sub- tive methane emissions from abandoned coal Secretary shall develop a plan— section requires the Secretary to publicly re- mines on Federal land as the Secretary con- (i) to complete an inventory of fugitive lease information that— siders to be in the public interest. methane emissions in accordance with sub- (i) poses a threat to public safety; (B) SOURCE.—To the maximum extent prac- section (b); (ii) is confidential business information; or ticable, the Secretary shall offer for lease (ii) to provide for the leasing of fugitive (iii) is otherwise protected from public dis- each significant vent, seep, or other source methane emissions in accordance with sub- closure. of fugitive methane emissions from aban- section (c); and (5) USE.—The Secretary shall use the in- doned coal mines. (iii) to provide for the capping or destruc- ventory in carrying out— (C) BID QUALIFICATIONS.—A bid to lease fu- tion of fugitive methane emissions in accord- (A) the leasing program under subsection gitive methane emissions under this para- ance with subsection (d). (c); and graph shall specify whether the prospective (B) COORDINATION.—In developing the plan (B) the capping or destruction of fugitive lessee intends— under this paragraph, the Secretary shall co- methane emissions under subsection (d). (i) to capture the fugitive methane emis- ordinate with— (c) FUGITIVE METHANE EMISSION LEASING sions for beneficial use, such as generating (i) the State; PROGRAM.— electrical power, producing usable heat, (ii) Garfield, Gunnison, Delta, and Pitkin (1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to valid existing transporting the methane to market, or Counties in the State; rights and in accordance with this section, transforming the fugitive methane emissions (iii) lessees of Federal coal within the not later than 1 year after the date of com- into a different marketable material; counties referred to in clause (ii); pletion of the inventory required under sub- (ii) to destroy the fugitive methane emis- (iv) interested institutions of higher edu- section (b), the Secretary shall carry out a sions by flaring; or cation in the State; and program to encourage the use and destruc- (iii) to employ a specific combination of— (v) interested members of the public. tion of fugitive methane emissions. (I) capturing the fugitive methane emis- (b) FUGITIVE METHANE EMISSION INVEN- (2) FUGITIVE METHANE EMISSIONS FROM COAL sions for beneficial use; and TORY.— MINES SUBJECT TO LEASE.— (II) destroying the fugitive methane emis- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year after (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall au- sion by flaring. the date of enactment of this Act, the Sec- thorize the holder of a valid existing Federal (D) PRIORITY.— retary shall complete an inventory of fugi- coal lease for a mine that is producing fugi- (i) IN GENERAL.—If there is more than 1 tive methane emissions. tive methane emissions to capture for use, or qualified bid for a lease under this para- (2) CONDUCT.—The Secretary may conduct destroy by flaring, the fugitive methane graph, the Secretary shall select the bid that the inventory under paragraph (1) through, emissions. the Secretary determines is likely to most or in collaboration with— (B) CONDITIONS.—The authority under sub- significantly advance the public interest. (A) the Bureau of Land Management; paragraph (A) shall be— (ii) CONSIDERATIONS.—In determining the (B) the United States Geological Survey; (i) subject to valid existing rights; and public interest under clause (i), the Sec- (C) the Environmental Protection Agency; (ii) subject to such terms and conditions as retary shall take into consideration— (D) the United States Forest Service; the Secretary may require. (I) the size of the overall decrease in the (E) State departments or agencies; (C) LIMITATIONS.—The program carried out time-integrated radiative forcing of the fugi- (F) Garfield, Gunnison, Delta, or Pitkin under paragraph (1) shall only include fugi- tive methane emissions; County in the State; tive methane emissions that can be captured (II) the impacts to other natural resource (G) the Garfield County Federal Mineral for use, or destroyed by flaring, in a manner values, including wildlife, water, and air; and Lease District; that does not— (III) other public interest values, including (H) institutions of higher education in the (i) endanger the safety of any coal mine scenic, economic, recreation, and cultural State; worker; or values. (I) lessees of Federal coal within a county (ii) unreasonably interfere with any ongo- (E) LEASE FORM.— referred to in subparagraph (F); ing operation at a coal mine. (i) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall de- (J) the National Oceanic and Atmospheric (D) COOPERATION.— velop and provide to prospective bidders a Administration; (i) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall work lease form for leases issued under this para- (K) the National Center for Atmospheric cooperatively with the holders of valid exist- graph. Research; or ing Federal coal leases for mines that (ii) DUE DILIGENCE.—The lease form devel- (L) other interested entities, including produce fugitive methane emissions to en- oped under clause (i) shall include terms and members of the public. courage— conditions requiring the leased fugitive (3) CONTENTS.—The inventory under para- (I) the capture of fugitive methane emis- methane emissions to be put to beneficial graph (1) shall include— sions for beneficial use, such as generating use or flared by not later than 1 year after (A) the general location and geographic co- electrical power, producing usable heat, the date of issuance of the lease. ordinates of each vent, seep, or other source transporting the methane to market, or (F) ROYALTY RATE.—The Secretary shall producing significant fugitive methane emis- transforming the fugitive methane emissions develop a minimum bid and royalty rate for sions; into a different marketable material; or leases under this paragraph to advance the (B) an estimate of the volume and con- (II) if the beneficial use of the fugitive purposes of this section, to the maximum ex- centration of fugitive methane emissions methane emissions is not feasible, the de- tent practicable. from each source of significant fugitive struction of the fugitive methane emissions (d) SEQUESTRATION.—If, by not later than 4 methane emissions including details of by flaring. years after the date of enactment of this measurements taken and the basis for that (ii) GUIDANCE.—In furtherance of the pur- Act, any significant fugitive methane emis- emissions estimate; poses of this paragraph, not later than 1 year sions from abandoned coal mines on Federal (C) an estimate of the total volume of fugi- after the date of enactment of this Act, the land are not leased under subsection (c)(3), tive methane emissions each year; Secretary shall issue guidance for the imple- the Secretary shall, in accordance with ap- (D) relevant data and other information mentation of Federal authorities and pro- plicable law, take all reasonable measures— available from— grams to encourage the capture for use, or (1) to cap those fugitive methane emissions (i) the Environmental Protection Agency; destruction by flaring, of fugitive methane at the source in any case in which the cap (ii) the Mine Safety and Health Adminis- emissions while minimizing impacts on nat- will result in the long-term sequestration of tration; ural resources or other public interest val- all or a significant portion of the fugitive (iii) the Colorado Department of Natural ues. methane emissions; or Resources; (E) ROYALTIES.—The Secretary shall deter- (2) if sequestration under paragraph (1) is (iv) the Colorado Public Utility Commis- mine whether any fugitive methane emis- not feasible, destroy the fugitive methane sion; sions used or destroyed pursuant to this emissions by flaring. (v) the Colorado Department of Health and paragraph are subject to the payment of a (e) REPORT TO CONGRESS.—Not later than 4 Environment; and royalty under applicable law. years after the date of enactment of this Act

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the Secretary shall submit to the Committee (iii) under the Federal Water Project (ii) CONSULTATION REQUIRED.—Except in on Natural Resources of the House of Rep- Recreation Act (16 U.S.C. 460l–12 et seq.). the case of an emergency, any closure pro- resentatives and the Committee on Energy (B) RECLAMATION LAND.— posed by the Secretary under clause (i) shall and Natural Resources of the Senate a report (i) SUBMISSION OF REQUEST TO RETAIN AD- not take effect until after the date on which detailing— MINISTRATIVE JURISDICTION.—If, before the the Superintendent of the National Recre- (1) the economic and environmental im- date that is 1 year after the date of enact- ation Area consults with— pacts of the pilot program, including infor- ment of this Act, the Commissioner of Rec- (I) the appropriate State agency respon- mation on increased royalties and estimates lamation submits to the Secretary a request sible for hunting and fishing activities; and of avoided greenhouse gas emissions; and for the Commissioner of Reclamation to re- (II) the Board of County Commissioners in (2) any recommendations by the Secretary tain administrative jurisdiction over the each county in which the zone is proposed to on whether the pilot program could be ex- minimum quantity of land within the land be designated. panded geographically to include other sig- identified on the map as ‘‘Lands withdrawn (5) LANDOWNER ASSISTANCE.—On the writ- nificant sources of fugitive methane emis- or acquired for Bureau of Reclamation ten request of an individual that owns pri- sions from coal mines. projects’’ that the Commissioner of Rec- vate land located not more than 3 miles from SEC. 166. EFFECT. lamation identifies as necessary for the ef- the boundary of the National Recreation Except as expressly provided in this part, fective operation of Bureau of Reclamation Area, the Secretary may work in partnership nothing in this part— water facilities, the Secretary may— with the individual to enhance the long-term (1) expands, diminishes, or impairs any (I) approve, approve with modifications, or conservation of natural, cultural, rec- valid existing mineral leases, mineral inter- disapprove the request; and reational, and scenic resources in and around est, or other property rights wholly or par- (II) if the request is approved under sub- the National Recreation Area— tially within the Thompson Divide With- clause (I), make any modifications to the (A) by acquiring all or a portion of the pri- drawal and Protection Area, including access map that are necessary to reflect that the vate land or interests in private land located to the leases, interests, rights, or land in ac- Commissioner of Reclamation retains man- not more than 3 miles from the boundary of cordance with applicable Federal, State, and agement authority over the minimum quan- the National Recreation Area by purchase, local laws (including regulations); tity of land required to fulfill the reclama- exchange, or donation, in accordance with (2) prevents the capture of methane from tion mission. section 173; any active, inactive, or abandoned coal mine (ii) TRANSFER OF LAND.— (B) by providing technical assistance to covered by this part, in accordance with ap- (I) IN GENERAL.—Administrative jurisdic- the individual, including cooperative assist- plicable laws; or tion over the land identified on the map as ance; (3) prevents access to, or the development ‘‘Lands withdrawn or acquired for Bureau of (C) through available grant programs; and of, any new or existing coal mine or lease in Reclamation projects’’, as modified pursuant (D) by supporting conservation easement Delta or Gunnison County in the State. to clause (i)(II), if applicable, shall be trans- opportunities. PART IV—CURECANTI NATIONAL ferred from the Commissioner of Reclama- (6) WITHDRAWAL.—Subject to valid existing RECREATION AREA tion to the Director of the National Park rights, all Federal land within the National SEC. 171. DEFINITIONS. Service by not later than the date that is 1 Recreation Area is withdrawn from— In this part: year after the date of enactment of this Act. (A) entry, appropriation, and disposal (II) ACCESS TO TRANSFERRED LAND.— under the public land laws; (1) MAP.—The term ‘‘map’’ means the map entitled ‘‘Curecanti National Recreation (aa) IN GENERAL.—Subject to item (bb), the (B) location, entry, and patent under the Area, Proposed Boundary’’, numbered 616/ Commissioner of Reclamation shall retain mining laws; and 100,485C, and dated August 11, 2016. access to the land transferred to the Director (C) operation of the mineral leasing, min- of the National Park Service under subclause eral materials, and geothermal leasing laws. (2) NATIONAL RECREATION AREA.—The term ‘‘National Recreation Area’’ means the (I) for reclamation purposes, including for (7) GRAZING.— Curecanti National Recreation Area estab- the operation, maintenance, and expansion (A) STATE LAND SUBJECT TO A STATE GRAZ- lished by section 172(a). or replacement of facilities. ING LEASE.— (bb) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING.—The (i) IN GENERAL.—If State land acquired (3) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ terms of the access authorized under item under this part is subject to a State grazing means the Secretary of the Interior. (aa) shall be determined by a memorandum lease in effect on the date of acquisition, the SEC. 172. CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION of understanding entered into between the Secretary shall allow the grazing to continue AREA. Commissioner of Reclamation and the Direc- for the remainder of the term of the lease, (a) ESTABLISHMENT.—Effective beginning on the earlier of the date on which the Sec- tor of the National Park Service not later subject to the related terms and conditions retary approves a request under subsection than 1 year after the date of enactment of of user agreements, including permitted (c)(2)(B)(i)(I) and the date that is 1 year after this Act. stocking rates, grazing fee levels, access the date of enactment of this Act, there shall (3) MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS.— rights, and ownership and use of range im- be established as a unit of the National Park (A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may enter provements. System the Curecanti National Recreation into management agreements, or modify (ii) ACCESS.—A lessee of State land may Area, in accordance with this subtitle, con- management agreements in existence on the continue its use of established routes within sisting of approximately 50,667 acres of land date of enactment of this Act, relating to the the National Recreation Area to access State in the State, as generally depicted on the authority of the Director of the National land for purposes of administering the lease map as ‘‘Curecanti National Recreation Area Park Service, the Commissioner of Reclama- if the use was permitted before the date of Proposed Boundary’’. tion, the Director of the Bureau of Land enactment of this Act, subject to such terms (b) AVAILABILITY OF MAP.—The map shall Management, or the Chief of the Forest and conditions as the Secretary may require. be on file and available for public inspection Service to manage Federal land within or ad- (B) STATE AND PRIVATE LAND.—The Sec- in the appropriate offices of the National jacent to the boundary of the National retary may, in accordance with applicable Park Service. Recreation Area. laws, authorize grazing on land acquired (c) ADMINISTRATION.— (B) STATE LAND.—The Secretary may enter from the State or private landowners under (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall ad- into cooperative management agreements section 173, if grazing was established before minister the National Recreation Area in ac- for any land administered by the State that the date of acquisition. cordance with— is within or adjacent to the National Recre- (C) PRIVATE LAND.—On private land ac- (A) this part; and ation Area, in accordance with the coopera- quired under section 173 for the National (B) the laws (including regulations) gen- tive management authority under section Recreation Area on which authorized grazing erally applicable to units of the National 101703 of title 54, United States Code. is occurring before the date of enactment of Park System, including section 100101(a), (4) RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.— this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with chapter 1003, and sections 100751(a), 100752, (A) AUTHORIZATION.—Except as provided in the lessee, may allow the continuation and 100753, and 102101 of title 54, United States subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall allow renewal of grazing on the land based on the Code. boating, boating-related activities, hunting, terms of acquisition or by agreement be- (2) DAM, POWERPLANT, AND RESERVOIR MAN- and fishing in the National Recreation Area tween the Secretary and the lessee, subject AGEMENT AND OPERATIONS.— in accordance with applicable Federal and to applicable law (including regulations). (A) IN GENERAL.—Nothing in this part af- State laws. (D) FEDERAL LAND.—The Secretary shall— fects or interferes with the authority of the (B) CLOSURES; DESIGNATED ZONES.— (i) allow, consistent with the grazing Secretary— (i) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary, acting leases, uses, and practices in effect as of the (i) to operate the Uncompahgre Valley through the Superintendent of the National date of enactment of this Act, the continu- Reclamation Project under the reclamation Recreation Area, may designate zones in ation and renewal of grazing on Federal land laws; which, and establish periods during which, located within the boundary of the National (ii) to operate the Wayne N. Aspinall Unit no boating, hunting, or fishing shall be per- Recreation Area on which grazing is allowed of the Colorado River Storage Project under mitted in the National Recreation Area before the date of enactment of this Act, un- the Act of April 11, 1956 (commonly known as under subparagraph (A) for reasons of public less the Secretary determines that grazing the ‘‘Colorado River Storage Project Act’’) safety, administration, or compliance with on the Federal land would present unaccept- (43 U.S.C. 620 et seq.); or applicable laws. able impacts (as defined in section 1.4.7.1 of

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Mr. GARDNER (for himself ‘‘Management Policies 2006: The Guide to or and Mr. DAINES) submitted an amend- Managing the National Park System’’) to (iv) exchange. ment intended to be proposed to the natural, cultural, recreational, and sce- (B) STATE LAND.—Land or interests in land amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. nic resource values and the character of the owned by the State or a political subdivision land within the National Recreation Area; of the State may only be acquired by pur- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making and chase, donation, or exchange. appropriations for the Departments of (ii) retain all authorities to manage graz- (b) TRANSFER OF ADMINISTRATIVE JURISDIC- Commerce and Justice, Science, and ing in the National Recreation Area. TION.— Related Agencies for the fiscal year (E) TERMINATION OF LEASES.—Within the (1) FOREST SERVICE LAND.— ending September 30, 2020, and for National Recreation Area, the Secretary (A) IN GENERAL.—Administrative jurisdic- other purposes; which was ordered to may— tion over the approximately 2,560 acres of lie on the table; as follows: (i) accept the voluntary termination of a land identified on the map as ‘‘U.S. Forest On page 63, line 12, strike ‘‘$335,000,000’’ and lease or permit for grazing; or Service proposed transfer to the National insert ‘‘$338,000,000’’. (ii) in the case of a lease or permit vacated Park Service’’ is transferred to the Sec- On page 65, line 5, strike ‘‘$12,000,000’’ and for a period of 3 or more years, terminate the retary, to be administered by the Director of insert ‘‘$15,000,000’’. lease or permit. the National Park Service as part of the Na- (8) WATER RIGHTS.—Nothing in this part— tional Recreation Area. SA 984. Ms. HIRONO submitted an (A) affects any use or allocation in exist- (B) BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT.—The boundary ence on the date of enactment of this Act of of the Gunnison National Forest shall be ad- amendment intended to be proposed to any water, water right, or interest in water; justed to exclude the land transferred to the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (B) affects any vested absolute or decreed Secretary under subparagraph (A). SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making conditional water right in existence on the (2) BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT LAND.— appropriations for the Departments of date of enactment of this Act, including any Administrative jurisdiction over the ap- Commerce and Justice, Science, and water right held by the United States; proximately 5,040 acres of land identified on Related Agencies for the fiscal year (C) affects any interstate water compact in the map as ‘‘Bureau of Land Management ending September 30, 2020, and for existence on the date of enactment of this proposed transfer to National Park Service’’ other purposes; which was ordered to Act; is transferred from the Director of the Bu- (D) authorizes or imposes any new reserved reau of Land Management to the Director of lie on the table; as follows: Federal water right; or the National Park Service, to be adminis- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (E) shall be considered to be a relinquish- tered as part of the National Recreation lowing: ment or reduction of any water right re- Area. SEC. ll. STUDY ON THE IMPACTS OF THE IM- served or appropriated by the United States (3) WITHDRAWAL.—Administrative jurisdic- PORTATION OF ORCHIDS. in the State on or before the date of enact- tion over the land identified on the map as (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days ment of this Act. ‘‘Proposed for transfer to the Bureau of Land after the date of enactment of this Act, the (9) FISHING EASEMENTS.— Management, subject to the revocation of Secretary of Agriculture shall submit to (A) IN GENERAL.—Nothing in this part di- Bureau of Reclamation withdrawal’’ shall be Congress a report that describes the eco- minishes or alters the fish and wildlife pro- transferred to the Director of the Bureau of nomic and environmental impacts of import- gram for the Aspinall Unit developed under Land Management on relinquishment of the ing orchids in growing media. section 8 of the Act of April 11, 1956 (com- land by the Bureau of Reclamation and rev- (b) REQUIREMENTS.—The report under sub- monly known as the ‘‘Colorado River Stor- ocation by the Bureau of Land Management section (a) shall include— age Project Act’’) (70 Stat. 110, chapter 203; of any withdrawal as may be necessary. (1) a description of— 43 U.S.C. 620g), by the United States Fish and (c) POTENTIAL LAND EXCHANGE.— (A) the economic impact of importing or- Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Reclamation, (1) IN GENERAL.—The withdrawal for rec- chids in growing media on a State-by-State and the Colorado Division of Wildlife (includ- lamation purposes of the land identified on basis, with data collected from local growers; ing any successor in interest to that divi- the map as ‘‘Potential exchange lands’’ shall and sion) that provides for the acquisition of be relinquished by the Commissioner of Rec- (B) any incidents of pests detected on or- public access fishing easements as mitiga- lamation and revoked by the Director of the chids imported with growing media; and tion for the Aspinall Unit (referred to in this Bureau of Land Management and the land (2) an analysis from the Administrator of paragraph as the ‘‘program’’). shall be transferred to the National Park the Animal and Plant Health Inspection (B) ACQUISITION OF FISHING EASEMENTS.— Service. Service with respect to the additional re- The Secretary shall continue to fulfill the (2) EXCHANGE; INCLUSION IN NATIONAL sources that are necessary to prevent and obligation of the Secretary under the pro- RECREATION AREA.—On transfer of the land mitigate the introduction of pests resulting gram to acquire 26 miles of class 1 public described in paragraph (1), the transferred from importing orchids in growing media. fishing easements to provide to sportsmen land— access for fishing within the Upper Gunnison (A) may be exchanged by the Secretary for SA 985. Mr. CARDIN (for himself and Basin upstream of the Aspinall Unit, subject private land described in section 172(c)(5)— Mr. VAN HOLLEN) submitted an amend- to the condition that no existing fishing ac- (i) subject to a conservation easement re- ment intended to be proposed to cess downstream of the Aspinall Unit shall maining on the transferred land, to protect amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. be counted toward the minimum mileage re- the scenic resources of the transferred land; SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making quirement under the program. and appropriations for the Departments of (C) PLAN.—Not later than 1 year after the (ii) in accordance with the laws (including Commerce and Justice, Science, and regulations) and policies governing National date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary Related Agencies for the fiscal year shall— Park Service land exchanges; and (i) develop a plan for fulfilling the obliga- (B) if not exchanged under subparagraph ending September 30, 2020, and for tion of the Secretary described in subpara- (A), shall be added to, and managed as a part other purposes; which was ordered to graph (B); and of, the National Recreation Area. lie on the table; as follows: (ii) submit to Congress a report that— (d) ADDITION TO NATIONAL RECREATION On page 289, line 15, strike ‘‘$2,623,582,000’’ (I) includes the plan developed under AREA.—Any land within the boundary of the and insert ‘‘$2,632,582,000’’. clause (i); and National Recreation Area that is acquired by On page 289, strike lines 21 and 22 and in- (II) describes any progress made in the ac- the United States shall be added to, and sert ‘‘$480,741,000 shall be for Geographic Pro- quisition of public access fishing easements managed as a part of, the National Recre- grams specified in the report accompanying as mitigation for the Aspinall Unit under the ation Area. this Act, except that $85,000,000 shall be for program. SEC. 174. GENERAL MANAGEMENT PLAN. the Chesapeake Bay Program (as defined in SEC. 173. ACQUISITION OF LAND; BOUNDARY Not later than 3 years after the date on section 117(a) of the Federal Water Pollution MANAGEMENT. which funds are made available to carry out Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1267(a)), of which (a) ACQUISITION.— this part, the Director of the National Park $9,000,000 shall be for nutrient and sediment (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may ac- Service, in consultation with the Commis- removal grants, $9,000,000 shall be for small quire any land or interest in land within the sioner of Reclamation, shall prepare a gen- watershed grants to control polluted runoff boundary of the National Recreation Area. eral management plan for the National from urban, suburban, and agricultural (2) MANNER OF ACQUISITION.— Recreation Area in accordance with section lands, and $6,000,000 shall be for State-based (A) IN GENERAL.—Subject to subparagraph 100502 of title 54, United States Code. implementation in the most effective ba- (B), land described in paragraph (1) may be SEC. 175. BOUNDARY SURVEY. sins.’’. acquired under this subsection by— The Secretary, acting through the Director (i) donation; of the National Park Service, shall prepare a SA 986. Mr. CARDIN (for himself, Mr. (ii) purchase from willing sellers with do- boundary survey and legal description of the VAN HOLLEN, and Mr. BLUMENTHAL) nated or appropriated funds; National Recreation Area. submitted an amendment intended to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.049 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6109 be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- (2) is the individual who engaged in a non- (B) the rates of such arrests at the State posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. consensual sexual act upon another person level, including the number of State pris- 3055, making appropriations for the De- that was part of the course of conduct con- oners so arrested, disaggregated by sex, age, partments of Commerce and Justice, stituting the applicable unlawful employ- race, and ethnicity. ment practice in a sustained complaint in- (2) The rates of arrests and citations at the Science, and Related Agencies for the volving sexual assault that has become final. Federal and State levels related to teenage fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, use of marijuana. and for other purposes; which was or- SA 989. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted (3) The rates of arrests at the Federal and dered to lie on the table; as follows: an amendment intended to be proposed State levels for unlawful driving under the At the appropriate place in title I of divi- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. influence of a substance, and the rates of sion D, insert the following: SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making such arrests involving marijuana. SEC. ll. FAIR TREATMENT UNDER THE ESSEN- appropriations for the Departments of (4) The rates of marijuana-related prosecu- TIAL AIR SERVICE PROGRAM. Commerce and Justice, Science, and tions, court filings, and imprisonments. The Secretary of Transportation shall re- (5) The total monetary amounts expended institute Essential Air Service for fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year for marijuana-related enforcement, arrests, 2020 at any airport that received a subsidy ending September 30, 2020, and for court filings and proceedings, and imprison- under the Essential Air Service program in other purposes; which was ordered to ment before and after legalization, including fiscal year 2019 and that has supplied data to lie on the table; as follows: Federal expenditures disaggregated accord- the Secretary that demonstrate an average On page 28, line 12, strike ‘‘$15,000,000 shall ing to whether the laws being enforced were enplanements per day and a subsidy amount be available’’ and insert ‘‘$25,000,000 shall be Federal or State laws. per passenger for fiscal year 2019 that meet transferred from the Asset Forfeiture Fund’’. (6) The total number and rate of defend- the requirements of the Essential Air Serv- ants in Federal criminal prosecutions assert- ice program (taking into account subsection SA 990. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted ing as a defense that their conduct was in (d) of section 426 of the FAA Modernization an amendment intended to be proposed compliance with applicable State law legal- and Reform Act of 2012, as added by section to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. izing marijuana usage, and the effects of such assertions. 458 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (49. U.S.C. 41731 note)). (c) REPORT CONTENTS.—The report pursu- appropriations for the Departments of ant to subsection (a)(2) shall— SA 987. Mr. MERKLEY (for himself, Commerce and Justice, Science, and (1) address both State programs that have Mr. BENNET, and Mr. WYDEN) submitted Related Agencies for the fiscal year legalized marijuana for medicinal use and an amendment intended to be proposed ending September 30, 2020, and for those that have legalized marijuana for adult to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. other purposes; which was ordered to non-medicinal use and to the extent prac- lie on the table; as follows: ticable distinguish between such programs SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making and their effects; Beginning on page 58, strike line 25 and all appropriations for the Departments of (2) include a national assessment of aver- that follows through page 59, line 1, and in- Commerce and Justice, Science, and age trends across States with such programs sert the following: Related Agencies for the fiscal year in relation to the effects on economy, public Act; ending September 30, 2020, and for health, criminal justice, and employment in (18) $10,000,000 for a competitive grant pilot the respective States, including with respect other purposes; which was ordered to program for qualified nonprofit organiza- to the items listed in subsection (b); and lie on the table; as follows: tions to provide legal representation to im- (3) describe— On page 263, line 9, strike ‘‘$136,244,000’’ and migrants arriving at the southwest border (A) any barriers that impeded the ability insert ‘‘$96,244,000’’. seeking asylum and other forms of legal pro- to complete or update aspects of the study On page 310, line 25, strike ‘‘$40,000,000’’ and tection in the United States; and required by subsection (a)(1) and how such insert ‘‘$80,000,000’’. (19) $67,000,000 for grants to be adminis- barriers can be overcome for purposes of fu- tered SA 988. Ms. ERNST submitted an ture studies; and amendment intended to be proposed to SA 991. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted (B) any gaps in the data sought for the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. an amendment intended to be proposed study required by subsection (a)(1) and how these gaps can be eliminated or otherwise SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making by him to the bill H.R. 3055, making ap- addressed for purposes of future studies. appropriations for the Departments of propriations for the Departments of (d) BEST PRACTICES FOR DATA COLLECTION Commerce and Justice, Science, and Commerce and Justice, Science, and BY STATES.—Best practices developed pursu- Related Agencies for the fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year ant to this section shall consist of best prac- ending September 30, 2020, and for ending September 30, 2020, and for tices for the collection by States of the in- other purposes; which was ordered to other purposes; which was ordered to formation described in the items listed in subsection (b), including best practices for lie on the table; as follows: lie on the table; as follows: improving— At the appropriate place in division A, in- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (1) data collection; sert the following: lowing: (2) analytical capacity; SEC. lll. (a) In this section— SEC. ll. REPORT CONCERNING THE EFFECTS (3) research integrity; and (1) the term ‘‘Federal employee’’ has the OF STATE LEGALIZED MARIJUANA (4) the comparability of data across States. meaning given the term ‘‘employee’’ in sec- PROGRAMS. tion 2105 of title 5, United States Code, with- (a) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General SA 992. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted out regard to whether the employee is ex- shall— an amendment intended to be proposed empted from the application of some or all of (1) to complete a study, not later than 18 by him to the bill H.R. 3055, making ap- such title 5; months after the date of enactment of this (2) the term ‘‘sexual assault offense’’ Act, on the effects of State legalized mari- propriations for the Departments of means a criminal offense under Federal law juana programs on criminal justice in the re- Commerce and Justice, Science, and or the law of a State that includes as an ele- spective States; and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ment of the offense that the defendant en- (2) upon the completion of the initial study ending September 30, 2020, and for gaged in a nonconsensual sexual act upon an- pursuant to paragraph (1), to prepare or up- other purposes; which was ordered to other person; and date a report on the results of such study lie on the table; as follows: (3) the term ‘‘sustained complaint involv- and submit such report to the Congress. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ing sexual assault’’ means an administrative (b) STUDY CONSIDERATIONS.—The study pur- lowing: or judicial determination that an employer suant to subsection (a)(1) shall consider the SEC. ll. The chief immigration judge engaged in an unlawful employment practice effects of State legalized marijuana pro- may not impose production quotas or case under title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 grams with respect to criminal justice, in- completion deadlines in evaluating the per- (42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq.) that included, as part cluding the following: formance of immigration judges. of the course of conduct constituting the un- (1) The rates of marijuana-related arrests lawful employment practice, that an em- for possession, cultivation, and distribution, SA 993. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted ployee of the employer engaged in a non- and of these arrests, the percentages that in- an amendment intended to be proposed consensual sexual act upon another person. volved a secondary charge unrelated to mari- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (b) None of the funds made available by juana possession, cultivation, or distribu- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making this Act may be used to pay the basic pay, or tion, including— to increase the basic pay, of a Federal em- (A) the rates of such arrests at the Federal appropriations for the Departments of ployee who— level, including the number of Federal pris- Commerce and Justice, Science, and (1) has been convicted of a sexual assault oners so arrested, disaggregated by sex, age, Related Agencies for the fiscal year offense; or race, and ethnicity of the prisoners; and ending September 30, 2020, and for

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.039 S23OCPT1 S6110 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 other purposes; which was ordered to agencies, research universities, nonprofit or- DEFINITION OF RENEWABLE BIOMASS UNDER lie on the table; as follows: ganizations, and other partners to determine RENEWABLE FUEL PROGRAM In the appropriate place in title II of divi- the science needs and develop an action plan SEC. ll. Section 211(o)(1)(I) of the Clean sion A, insert the following: for a multiyear integrated program to as- Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7545(o)(1)(I)) is amended— sess, monitor, and conserve saline lake eco- SEC. lll. (a) The matter under the head- (1) by redesignating clauses (iii) through ing ‘‘Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms systems in Great Basin States and the wild- (vii) as clauses (v) through (ix), respectively; and Explosives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in life that depend on those ecosystems, and to and title I of division B of the Consolidated and begin implementation of that program. (2) by striking clause (ii) and inserting the Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2012 following: (18 U.S.C. 923 note; Public Law 112–55; 125 SA 995. Mr. BOOKER submitted an ‘‘(ii) Trees and tree residue from non-Fed- Stat. 609–610) is amended by striking the 6th amendment intended to be proposed to eral land, including land belonging to an In- proviso. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. dian tribe or an Indian individual that is (b) The 6th proviso under the heading ‘‘Bu- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making held in trust by the United States or subject reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Ex- appropriations for the Departments of to a restriction against alienation imposed plosives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in title II Commerce and Justice, Science, and by the United States. ‘‘(iii) Any secondary, residual materials of division B of the Consolidated Appropria- Related Agencies for the fiscal year tions Act, 2010 (18 U.S.C. 923 note; Public generated from forest products manufac- Law 111–117; 123 Stat. 3128–3129) is amended ending September 30, 2020, and for turing, including, but not limited to, saw- by striking ‘‘beginning in fiscal year 2010 and other purposes; which was ordered to dust, wood chips, shavings, bark, sanderdust, thereafter’’ and inserting ‘‘in fiscal year lie on the table; as follows: and trimmings, regardless of whether the 2010’’. At the appropriate place in title I of divi- source of primary materials is derived from (c) The 6th proviso under the heading ‘‘Bu- sion A, insert the following: Federal or non-Federal land. reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Ex- SEC. 1ll. None of the funds made avail- ‘‘(iv) Biomass materials obtained from plosives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in title II able by this or any other Act with respect to Federal land that— of division B of the Omnibus Appropriations any fiscal year may be used to include any ‘‘(I) are not harvested from old growth Act, 2009 (18 U.S.C. 923 note; Public Law 111– information regarding United States citizen- stands, unless the old growth stand is part of 8; 123 Stat. 574–576) is amended by striking ship in a tabulation of population reported a science-based ecological restoration ‘‘beginning in fiscal year 2009 and there- or transmitted by the Secretary of Com- project authorized by the Secretary of Agri- after’’ and inserting ‘‘in fiscal year 2009’’. merce under the last sentence of section culture or the Secretary of the Interior, as (d) The 6th proviso under the heading ‘‘Bu- 141(c) of title 13, United States Code. applicable, that meets applicable protection reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Ex- and old growth enhancement objectives, as plosives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in title II SA 996. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. determined by the applicable Secretary; ‘‘(II) are slash, precommercial thinnings, of division B of the Consolidated Appropria- CRAPO, Mr. MERKLEY, Mr. RISCH, and tions Act, 2008 (18 U.S.C. 923 note; Public or derived from ecological restoration activi- Mr. MANCHIN) submitted an amend- Law 110–161; 121 Stat. 1903–1904) is amended ties; by striking ‘‘beginning in fiscal year 2008 and ment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(III) are harvested in a manner consistent thereafter’’ and inserting ‘‘in fiscal year amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. with applicable Federal laws (including regu- 2008’’. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making lations) and land management plans; and (e) The 6th proviso under the heading ‘‘Bu- appropriations for the Departments of ‘‘(IV) are derived within— reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Ex- Commerce and Justice, Science, and ‘‘(aa) the wildland-urban interface (as de- plosives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in title I of Related Agencies for the fiscal year fined in section 101 of the Healthy Forests the Science, State, Justice, Commerce, and ending September 30, 2020, and for Restoration Act of 2003 (16 U.S.C. 6511)) from acreage included within a community wild- Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006 other purposes; which was ordered to (18 U.S.C. 923 note; Public Law 109–108; 119 fire protection plan (as so defined); Stat. 2295–2296) is amended by striking ‘‘with lie on the table; as follows: ‘‘(bb) a priority area on Federal land, as respect to any fiscal year’’. Strike section 113 of division C and insert identified by the Secretary of Agriculture or (f) The 6th proviso under the heading in the following: the Secretary of the Interior, as applicable, title I of division B of the Consolidated Ap- PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES, SECURE RURAL in need of— propriations Act, 2005 (18 U.S.C. 923 note; SCHOOLS ‘‘(AA) ecological restoration; Public Law 108–447; 118 Stat. 2859–2860) is ‘‘(BB) an authorized hazardous fuels reduc- SEC. 113. (a) Section 6906 of title 31, United amended by striking ‘‘with respect to any States Code, is amended, in the matter pre- tion project under section 102 of the Healthy fiscal year’’. ceding paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘fiscal year Forests Restoration Act of 2003 (16 U.S.C. (g) The matter under the heading ‘‘Bureau 2019’’ and inserting ‘‘fiscal year 2020’’. 6512); or of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explo- (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of ‘‘(CC) a project carried out under section sives—Salaries and Expenses’’ in title I of di- law, for fiscal year 2019— 602(d) of that Act (16 U.S.C. 6591a(d)); or vision B of the Consolidated and Further (1) each eligible State, eligible county, and ‘‘(cc) an area identified as a priority area Continuing Appropriations Act, 2012 (18 other eligible unit of local government shall for wildfire threat in a State-wide assess- U.S.C. 923 note; Public Law 112–55; 125 Stat. be entitled to payment under the Secure ment and State-wide strategy developed in 609–610) is amended by striking the 7th pro- Rural Schools and Community Self-Deter- accordance with section 2A of the Coopera- viso. mination Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7101 et seq.), tive Forestry Assistance Act of 1978 (16 (h) Section 511 of the Consolidated and subject to paragraph (3); U.S.C. 2101a).’’. Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2012 (2) $282,000,000 shall be made available to (18 U.S.C. 922 note; Public Law 112–55; 125 SA 998. Mr. WYDEN submitted an the Secretary of Agriculture and the Sec- Stat. 632) is amended— amendment intended to be proposed to retary of the Interior for obligation and ex- (1) by striking ‘‘for—’’ and all that follows penditure in accordance with that Act, sub- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. through ‘‘(1)’’; and ject to paragraph (3); and SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (2) by striking the semicolon and all that (3) for purposes of paragraphs (1) and (2), appropriations for the Departments of follows and inserting a period. the full funding amount for fiscal year 2019 Commerce and Justice, Science, and SA 994. Mr. MERKLEY submitted an shall be the full funding amount for fiscal Related Agencies for the fiscal year amendment intended to be proposed to year 2017. ending September 30, 2020, and for amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. other purposes; which was ordered to SA 997. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. lie on the table; as follows: SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making RISCH, Mr. MERKLEY, Ms. COLLINS, Mr. At the appropriate place in title II of divi- appropriations for the Departments of CRAPO, and Mr. KING) submitted an Commerce and Justice, Science, and sion E, insert the following: amendment intended to be proposed to SEC. 2ll. None of the funds made avail- Related Agencies for the fiscal year amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. able by this Act may be used by the Sec- ending September 30, 2020, and for SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making retary of Housing and Urban Development to other purposes; which was ordered to appropriations for the Departments of finalize, implement, administer, or enforce lie on the table; as follows: Commerce and Justice, Science, and the proposed rule entitled ‘‘HUD’s Implemen- At the appropriate place in title I of divi- Related Agencies for the fiscal year tation of the Fair Housing Act’s Disparate Impact Standard’’ (84 Fed. Reg. 42854 (August sion C, insert the following: ending September 30, 2020, and for SEC. 1ll. There is appropriated $2,000,000 19, 2019)). to the Director of the United States Geologi- other purposes; which was ordered to cal Survey to coordinate with the Director of lie on the table; as follows: SA 999. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. the United States Fish and Wildlife Service On page 365, between lines 18 and 19, insert RISCH, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. MERKLEY) and other Federal, State, Tribal, and local the following: submitted an amendment intended to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.040 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6111 be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘2020’’ and SA 1003. Ms. CANTWELL submitted posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. inserting ‘‘2022’’; and an amendment intended to be proposed 3055, making appropriations for the De- (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘2021’’ and to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. inserting ‘‘2023’’. partments of Commerce and Justice, SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (d) EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO EXPEND Science, and Related Agencies for the COUNTY FUNDS.—Section 304 of the Secure appropriations for the Departments of fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, Rural Schools and Community Self-Deter- Commerce and Justice, Science, and and for other purposes; which was or- mination Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7144) is Related Agencies for the fiscal year dered to lie on the table; as follows: amended— ending September 30, 2020, and for At the appropriate place in title I of divi- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘2020’’ and other purposes; which was ordered to sion C, insert the following: inserting ‘‘2022’’; and lie on the table; as follows: ll (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘2021’’ and SEC. 1 . EXTENSION OF SECURE RURAL At the appropriate place, insert the fol- SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY SELF- inserting ‘‘2023’’. DETERMINATION ACT OF 2000. lowing: (a) DEFINITION OF FULL FUNDING AMOUNT.— SA 1000. Mr. WYDEN (for himself, PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS RELATING TO Section 3(11) of the Secure Rural Schools and Mr. RISCH, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. ROADLESS MANAGEMENT IN THE TONGASS NA- Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 MERKLEY) submitted an amendment in- TIONAL FOREST (16 U.S.C. 7102(11)) is amended by striking tended to be proposed to amendment SEC. ll. None of the funds made available subparagraphs (D) and (E) and inserting the by this Act may be used to finalize the draft following: SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations environmental impact statement described ‘‘(D) for fiscal year 2017, the amount that is in the notice of the Forest Service entitled equal to 95 percent of the full funding for the Departments of Commerce and ‘‘Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation; amount for fiscal year 2015; Justice, Science, and Related Agencies National Forest System Lands in Alaska’’ ‘‘(E) for fiscal year 2018, the amount that is for the fiscal year ending September 30, (84 Fed. Reg. 55522 (October 17, 2019)). equal to 95 percent of the full funding 2020, and for other purposes; which was amount for fiscal year 2017; and SA 1004. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted ‘‘(F) for fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal ordered to lie on the table; as follows: year thereafter, the amount that is equal to Strike section 113 of division C and insert an amendment intended to be proposed the full funding amount for fiscal year the following: to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. 2017.’’. PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES (PILT) SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (b) SECURE PAYMENTS FOR STATES AND SEC. 113. Section 6906 of title 31, United appropriations for the Departments of COUNTIES CONTAINING FEDERAL LAND.— States Code, is amended, in the matter pre- Commerce and Justice, Science, and (1) SECURE PAYMENTS.—Section 101 of the ceding paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year Secure Rural Schools and Community Self- 2019’’ and inserting ‘‘each of fiscal years 2019 ending September 30, 2020, and for Determination Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7111) is through 2029’’. amended, in subsections (a) and (b), by strik- other purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: ing ‘‘and 2018’’ each place it appears and in- SA 1001. Mr. WYDEN submitted an serting ‘‘2018, 2019, and 2020’’. amendment intended to be proposed to At the appropriate place in title V of divi- (2) PAYMENTS TO STATES AND COUNTIES.— amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. sion A, insert the following: (A) ELECTION TO RECEIVE PAYMENT SEC. ll. None of the funds made available SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making AMOUNT.—Section 102(b) of the Secure Rural by this division may be used by the Depart- Schools and Community Self-Determination appropriations for the Departments of ment of Justice to argue, in the conduct of Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7112(b)) is amended— Commerce and Justice, Science, and any litigation to which the United States, or (i) in paragraph (1)(D)— Related Agencies for the fiscal year an agency or officer thereof is a party, that (I) in the subparagraph heading, by strik- ending September 30, 2020, and for any provision of the Patient Protection and ing ‘‘FOR FISCAL YEARS 2017 AND 2018’’ and in- other purposes; which was ordered to Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111–148; 124 serting ‘‘FOR EACH OF FISCAL YEARS 2017 lie on the table; as follows: Stat. 119) or of the Health Care and Edu- THROUGH 2020’’; and cation Reconciliation Act of 2010 (Public At the appropriate place in title II of divi- (II) by striking ‘‘for fiscal years 2017 or Law 111–152; 124 Stat. 1029), including any sion E, insert the following: 2018’’ and inserting ‘‘for each of fiscal years amendment made by such Acts, is unconsti- SEC. 2ll. (a) In the case of a contract for 2017 through 2020’’; and tutional or is invalid or unenforceable on project-based assistance that terminates, if (ii) in paragraph (2), in subparagraphs (A) any ground, including that certain provi- the Secretary does not transfer the assist- and (B), by striking ‘‘for fiscal years 2017 and sions of the Patient Protection and Afford- ance under section 210, the Secretary shall 2018’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘for able Care Act are not severable from section transfer the assistance to 1 or more other each of fiscal years 2017 through 2020’’. 5000A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as multifamily housing projects in accordance (B) EXPENDITURE RULES FOR ELIGIBLE COUN- added by section 1501 of the Patient Protec- with the conditions under section 210(c), ef- TIES.—Section 102(d) of the Secure Rural tion and Affordable Care Act (Public Law fective— Schools and Community Self-Determination 111–148; 124 Stat. 242). (1) as of the date of termination of the con- Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7112(d)) is amended— tract; or (i) in paragraph (1)(F)— Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted (2) if the Secretary is unable to comply SA 1005. (I) in the subparagraph heading, by strik- with those conditions by the date on which an amendment intended to be proposed ing ‘‘FOR FISCAL YEARS 2017 AND 2018’’ and in- the contract terminates, as soon as prac- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. serting ‘‘FOR EACH OF FISCAL YEARS 2017 ticable after that date. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making THROUGH 2020’’; and (b) The Secretary shall maintain a publicly appropriations for the Departments of (II) by striking ‘‘for fiscal years 2017 and available list of multifamily housing 2018’’ and inserting ‘‘for each of fiscal years Commerce and Justice, Science, and projects that are eligible for project-based 2017 through 2020’’; and Related Agencies for the fiscal year assistance for purposes of transfers under (ii) in paragraph (3)(D)— ending September 30, 2020, and for subsection (a). (I) in the subparagraph heading, by strik- (c) In this section, the terms ‘‘multifamily other purposes; which was ordered to ing ‘‘FOR FISCAL YEARS 2017 AND 2018’’ and in- housing project’’ and ‘‘project-based assist- lie on the table; as follows: serting ‘‘FOR EACH OF FISCAL YEARS 2017 ance’’ have the meanings given those terms At the appropriate place in title I of divi- THROUGH 2020’’; and in section 210(d). sion D, insert the following: (II) by striking ‘‘for fiscal years 2017 and SEC. ll. SENSE OF CONGRESS. 2018’’ and inserting ‘‘for each of fiscal years SA 1002. Ms. COLLINS (for herself 2017 through 2020’’. It is the sense of Congress that the Admin- and Mr. REED) submitted an amend- istrator of the Federal Aviation Administra- (C) DISTRIBUTION OF PAYMENTS TO ELIGIBLE ment intended to be proposed to tion, as part of ongoing efforts to review reg- COUNTIES.—Section 103(d)(2) of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Deter- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ulations regarding the emergency medical mination Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 7113(d)(2)) is SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making equipment carried by passenger airlines, amended by striking ‘‘through and for fiscal appropriations for the Departments of should continue to prioritize the demands of years 2017 and 2018’’ and inserting ‘‘through Commerce and Justice, Science, and our nation’s growing opioid epidemic and 2015 and for each of fiscal years 2017 through take timely action to issue additional guid- Related Agencies for the fiscal year ance to air carriers to ensure the expeditious 2020’’. ending September 30, 2020, and for (c) EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CONDUCT inclusion of opioid antagonists in emergency other purposes; which was ordered to SPECIAL PROJECTS ON FEDERAL LAND.—Sec- medical kits. tion 208 of the Secure Rural Schools and lie on the table; as follows: Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 On page 489, line 17, strike ‘‘$2,761,00,000’’ SA 1006. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted (16 U.S.C. 7128) is amended— and insert ‘‘$2,761,000,000’’. an amendment intended to be proposed

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.043 S23OCPT1 S6112 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (17) in New Hampshire, more than 30 per- submitted an amendment intended to SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making cent of manufactured home communities are be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- appropriations for the Departments of owned by residents; posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. (18) resident-owned cooperatives and non- 3055, making appropriations for the De- Commerce and Justice, Science, and profit owned communities have also flour- Related Agencies for the fiscal year ished in Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Is- partments of Commerce and Justice, ending September 30, 2020, and for land, Washington, Oregon, and Minnesota; Science, and Related Agencies for the other purposes; which was ordered to (19) nationwide, only 2 percent of all manu- fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, lie on the table; as follows: factured home communities are resident or and for other purposes; which was or- nonprofit-owned; dered to lie on the table; as follows: At the appropriate place in title II of divi- (20) manufactured home community own- On page 383, line 10, insert the following sion D, insert the following: ers often prefer to devise such property tax after ‘‘Budget’’ : ‘‘Provided further, That of SEC. 2ll. It is the sense of Congress free, rather than selling the community, in the amounts made available for Enterprise, that— order to avoid capital gain taxes; Concept Development, Human Factors, and (1) more than 17,000,000 people live in man- (21) when the owner of a manufactured Demonstration, not less than $9,500,000 shall ufactured homes and benefit from high-qual- home community dies, the heirs of the owner be available for the remote tower pilot pro- ity affordable homes which provide stability; frequently sell the community to the highest gram as authorized by section 161 of the FAA (2) owners of manufactured homes have bidder which results in displacement for doz- Reauthorization Act of 2018 (49 U.S.C. 47104 disproportionately low-income households, ens and sometimes hundreds of families; and note)’’. and in 2013, the median annual household in- (22) in order to preserve manufactured come for living in manufactured housing was home communities in the future, a Federal tax benefit should be established to induce SA 1011. Mr. JONES submitted an $28,400; amendment intended to be proposed to (3) approximately 75 percent of manufac- manufactured home community owners to tured home households earn less than $50,000 sell such properties to residents that the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. per year; owners have known for decades, or to non- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (4) more than 10 percent of veterans in the profit organizations. appropriations for the Departments of United States live in manufactured homes; Commerce and Justice, Science, and (5) in late 1990, manufactured housing rep- SA 1007. Ms. ROSEN submitted an Related Agencies for the fiscal year resented 2⁄3 of the new affordable housing amendment intended to be proposed to ending September 30, 2020, and for produced in the United States and remains a amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. other purposes; which was ordered to significant source of unsubsidized affordable SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making lie on the table; as follows: housing in the United States; appropriations for the Departments of (6) in 2015, the average cost per square foot On page 120, line 17, strike ‘‘$46,782,000’’ and Commerce and Justice, Science, and insert ‘‘$41,782,000’’. for a new manufactured home was 48 dollars, Related Agencies for the fiscal year less than half of the cost per square foot for On page 223, between lines 13 and 14, insert a new-site built, structure-only home, which ending September 30, 2020, and for the following: was $101; other purposes; which was ordered to SEC. 7ll. There is appropriated $5,000,000 (7) in 2009, 43 percent of all new homes that lie on the table; as follows: to carry out section 310I of the Consolidated sold for less than $150,000 were manufactured At the appropriate place in title II of divi- Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. homes; sion D, insert the following: 1936c). (8) manufactured homes account for 23 per- SEC. 2ll. (a) An additional $1,000,000 shall cent of new home sales under $200,000; be available for rental assistance and associ- SA 1012. Mr. KAINE submitted an (9) more than 50,000 manufactured home ated administrative fees for Tribal HUD– amendment intended to be proposed to communities, also referred to as ‘‘mobile VASH under the heading ‘‘TENANT-BASED amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. home parks’’, exist throughout the United RENTAL ASSISTANCE’’ under the heading SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making States; ‘‘PUBLIC AND INDIAN HOUSING’’ under this appropriations for the Departments of (10) more than 2,900,000 manufactured title, and the funds available under this title Commerce and Justice, Science, and homes are placed in manufactured home for the Office of Administration under the communities; heading ‘‘ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICES’’ Related Agencies for the fiscal year (11) manufactured home communities pro- under the heading ‘‘MANAGEMENT AND ADMIN- ending September 30, 2020, and for vide critical affordable housing, but receive ISTRATION’’ shall be decreased by $1,000,000. other purposes; which was ordered to very little Federal, State, or local funds to lie on the table; as follows: subsidize the cost of manufactured homes; SA 1008. Ms. ROSEN submitted an On page 238, line 5, strike the period and (12) manufactured home owners in such amendment intended to be proposed to insert ‘‘: Provided further, That, notwith- communities may own the home, but they do amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. standing section 9 of the 400 Years of Afri- not own the land under the home, which SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making can-American History Commission Act (36 leaves the home owners vulnerable to rent appropriations for the Departments of U.S.C. note prec. 101; Public Law 115–102), of increases, arbitrary rule enforcement, and in the amounts made available under this head- the case of a manufactured home community Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ing, $500,000 shall be made available to carry owner converting the land to some other use, out that Act.’’. community closure; ending September 30, 2020, and for On page 288, between lines 9 and 10, insert (13) an eviction or closure of a manufac- other purposes; which was ordered to the following: tured home community is very disruptive to lie on the table; as follows: 400 YEARS OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY a resident who may be unable to pay the On page 85, line 22, insert ‘‘: Provided, That COMMISSION thousands of dollars it takes to move the of such amount, not to exceed $95,000,000 manufactured home or find a new location shall remain available until expended for SEC. 117. (a) Section 7(b) of the 400 Years of for the manufactured home; Discovery Research PreK-12’’ after ‘‘2021’’. African-American History Commission Act (14) in an effort to preserve a crucial source (36 U.S.C. note prec. 101; Public Law 115–102) of affordable housing within the past two is amended, in the matter preceding para- decades, a national network of housing pro- SA 1009. Ms. ROSEN submitted an graph (1), by striking ‘‘July 1, 2020’’ and in- viders has helped residents purchase and own amendment intended to be proposed to serting ‘‘July 1, 2021’’. the land under the manufactured home com- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (b) Section 8(a) of the 400 Years of African- munity, and manage the manufactured home SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making American History Commission Act (36 U.S.C. community; appropriations for the Departments of note prec. 101; Public Law 115–102) is amend- (15) nationwide, there are more than 1,000 Commerce and Justice, Science, and ed by striking ‘‘July 1, 2020’’ and inserting stable, permanent ownership cooperatives or Related Agencies for the fiscal year ‘‘July 1, 2021’’. nonprofit-owned developments in more than ending September 30, 2020, and for a dozen States; SA 1013. Mr. PETERS (for himself, other purposes; which was ordered to (16) members of manufactured home com- Mr. PORTMAN, and Mr. DURBIN) sub- lie on the table; as follows: munities continue to own such homes indi- mitted an amendment intended to be vidually, own an equal share of the land be- On page 84, line 20, strike ‘‘$6,769,670,000’’ proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- neath the entire manufactured home com- and insert ‘‘$6,770,670,000’’. posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. munity, participate in the governing of the On page 86, line 8, strike ‘‘$336,900,000’’ and community, and elect a board of directors insert ‘‘$335,900,000’’. 3055, making appropriations for the De- who make major decisions within the manu- partments of Commerce and Justice, factured home community by a democratic SA 1010. Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. Science, and Related Agencies for the vote; CRAPO, Mr. RISCH, and Mr. WARNER) fiscal year ending September 30, 2020,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.041 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6113 and for other purposes; which was or- repay funding previously obligated and ex- Related Agencies for the fiscal year dered to lie on the table; as follows: pended. ending September 30, 2020, and for (b) Subsection (a) shall apply to Coopera- At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- other purposes; which was ordered to tive Agreement FR-HSR-0009-10-01-06 and sion C, insert the following: any other grant or cooperative agreement lie on the table; as follows: GREAT LAKES RESTORATION INITIATIVE with the California High-Speed Rail Author- At the appropriate place in title I of divi- SEC. 4ll. (a) Notwithstanding any other ity in effect on or after the date of the enact- sion C, insert the following: provision of this division, the amount made ment of this Act. ADJUSTMENT FOR LOW-POPULATION UNITS OF available for Geographic Programs under the (c) Notwithstanding the Department of GENERAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNDER THE heading ‘‘ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS AND Transportation Appropriations Act, 2010 PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT’’ under the heading ‘‘ENVI- (Public Law 111–117), deobligated funds asso- SEC. 1llll. Section 6903(c) of title 31, RONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY’’ ciated with Cooperative Agreement FR-HSR- United States Code, is amended— under title II shall be increased by $19,000,000 0118-12-01-01 may not be made available for (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘4,999’’ and to provide additional funding for the Great any purpose until the final determination of inserting ‘‘999’’; and Lakes Restoration Initiative under section any litigation concerning such funds. (2) in paragraph (2)— 118(c)(7) of the Federal Water Pollution Con- (d)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), (A) in the matter preceding the table, by trol Act (33 U.S.C. 1268(c)(7)). upon the final determination of any litiga- striking ‘‘5,000’’ and inserting ‘‘1,000’’; and (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of tion referred to in subsection (c), deobligated (B) by striking the table and inserting the this division, the amount authorized to be funds referred to in subsection (c) shall be following: transferred under the fourth paragraph made available only for high-speed rail ... under the heading ‘‘ADMINISTRATIVE PROVI- projects under section 26106 of title 49, ‘‘If population equals— the limitation is equal to the population times— SIONS—ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY United States Code, in accordance with such 1,000 ...... $254.40 (INCLUDING TRANSFERS)’’ under the heading section. 2,000 ...... $230.66 ‘‘ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGEN- (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the Sec- 3,000 ...... $212.00 CY’’ under title II shall be increased by retary of Transportation shall— 4,000 ...... $198.43 $19,000,000. (A) issue a notice of funding opportunity 5,000 ...... $186.56 (c) Notwithstanding any other provision of for grants for projects referred to in para- 6,000 ...... $174.71 this division, funds made available for Oper- 7,000 ...... $164.50 graph (1) not later than 30 days after the 8,000 ...... $152.67 ations and Administration under the heading final determination of litigation referred to 9,000 ...... $142.45 ‘‘ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS AND MANAGE- in subsection (c); 10,000 ...... $130.55 MENT’’ under the heading ‘‘ENVIRON- (B) ensure that such notice of funding op- 11,000 ...... $127.22 MENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY’’ under portunity requires applications to be sub- 12,000 ...... $123.83 title II in the report accompanying this Act mitted not later than 30 days after the 13,000 ...... $118.73 shall be reduced by $19,000,000. 14,000 ...... $115.34 issuance of such notice; 15,000 ...... $111.92 (C) require such applications to include 16,000 ...... $110.24 SA 1014. Mr. CASSIDY submitted an completed documentation with respect to 17,000 ...... $108.51 amendment intended to be proposed to any required environmental impact state- 18,000 ...... $106.85 amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ments; and 19,000 ...... $105.16 SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (D) award grants not later than 60 days 20,000 ...... $103.51 after the issuance of notice under subpara- 21,000 ...... $101.76 appropriations for the Departments of 22,000 ...... $100.07 Commerce and Justice, Science, and graph (A). 23,000 ...... $100.07 Related Agencies for the fiscal year 24,000 ...... $98.37 SA 1016. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted ending September 30, 2020, and for 25,000 ...... $96.69 an amendment intended to be proposed 26,000 ...... $94.98 other purposes; which was ordered to to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. 27,000 ...... $94.98 lie on the table; as follows: 28,000 ...... $94.98 SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making On page 19, after line 25, insert the fol- 29,000 ...... $93.31 appropriations for the Departments of 30,000 ...... $93.31 lowing: Commerce and Justice, Science, and 31,000 ...... $91.59 FISHERY DISASTER ASSISTANCE 32,000 ...... $91.59 Related Agencies for the fiscal year 33,000 ...... $89.88 For an additional amount for ‘‘Fishery ending September 30, 2020, and for Disaster Assistance’’ for necessary expenses 34,000 ...... $89.88 35,000 ...... $88.17 associated with the mitigation of fishery dis- other purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: 36,000 ...... $88.17 asters, $100,000,000, to remain available until 37,000 ...... $86.48 expended: Provided, That such funds shall be At the appropriate place in title I of divi- 38,000 ...... $86.48 used for mitigating the effects of commercial sion C, insert the following: 39,000 ...... $84.82 fishery failures and fishery resource disas- OIL AND GAS DRILLING OFF WEST COAST OF 40,000 ...... $84.82 41,000 ...... $83.09 ters declared by the Secretary of Commerce: UNITED STATES Provided further, That such amount is des- 42,000 ...... $81.42 SEC. 1ll. None of the funds made avail- 43,000 ...... $81.42 ignated by Congress as being for an emer- able by this or any other Act may be used by 44,000 ...... $79.69 gency requirement pursuant to section the Secretary of the Interior to issue leases 45,000 ...... $79.69 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and for the exploration, development, or produc- 46,000 ...... $78.03 Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. tion of oil or natural gas in any area of the 47,000 ...... $78.03 outer Continental Shelf off the coast of the 48,000 ...... $76.33 SA 1015. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted 49,000 ...... $76.33 States of California, Oregon, and Wash- 50,000 ...... $74.63.’’. an amendment intended to be proposed ington. to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SA 1019. Mr. PAUL submitted an Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SA 1017. amendment intended to be proposed to an amendment intended to be proposed appropriations for the Departments of amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Commerce and Justice, Science, and to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making Related Agencies for the fiscal year appropriations for the Departments of appropriations for the Departments of ending September 30, 2020, and for Commerce and Justice, Science, and Commerce and Justice, Science, and other purposes; which was ordered to Related Agencies for the fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year lie on the table; as follows: ending September 30, 2020, and for ending September 30, 2020, and for On page 84, between lines 18 and 19, insert other purposes; which was ordered to the following: other purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: SEC. 192. (a) None of the funds appropriated lie on the table; as follows: At the appropriate place, insert the fol- or otherwise made available by this Act may In title V of division A, strike sections 526 lowing: be used— through 527. (1) to terminate a grant or cooperative SEC. ll. REDUCTION IN AMOUNT OF APPRO- agreement with the California High-Speed SA 1018. Mr. DAINES submitted an PRIATIONS. Rail Authority; amendment intended to be proposed to Each amount made available under divi- (2) to deobligate funding associated with a sion A, B, C, or D of this Act (in this section grant or cooperative agreement with the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. referred to as a ‘‘fiscal year 2020 amount’’) California High-Speed Rail Authority; or SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making shall be reduced by the amount necessary for (3) to require the State of California or the appropriations for the Departments of the fiscal year 2020 amount to be equal to the California High-Speed Rail Authority to Commerce and Justice, Science, and amount that is 2 percent less than the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.044 S23OCPT1 S6114 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 amount made available for fiscal year 2019 ‘‘(1) the standards described in chapters 9 national Fire Code, as published by the for the purposes for which the fiscal year and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- International Code Council; or 2020 amount is being made available. national Fire Code, as published by the ‘‘(2) any other standards as may be adopted International Code Council; or by the Secretary, in collaboration with the SA 1020. Ms. MURKOWSKI submitted ‘‘(2) any other standards as may be adopted Secretary of Housing and Urban Develop- an amendment intended to be proposed by the Secretary, including any relevant up- ment, including any relevant updates to the to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. dates to the International Fire Code, International Fire Code, through a notice SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making through a notice published in the Federal published in the Federal Register.’’; and appropriations for the Departments of Register.’’; and (2) in section 515 (42 U.S.C. 1485)— Commerce and Justice, Science, and (B) in subsection (o), by adding at the end (A) in subsection (m), by inserting ‘‘(1)’’ be- the following: fore ‘‘The Secretary shall establish’’; and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ‘‘(21) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each (B) by adding at the end the following: ending September 30, 2020, and for dwelling unit receiving tenant-based assist- ‘‘(2) Housing and related facilities rehabili- other purposes; which was ordered to ance or project-based assistance under this tated or repaired with amounts received lie on the table; as follows: subsection shall have carbon monoxide under a loan made or insured under this sec- At the appropriate place in title VII of di- alarms or detectors installed in the dwelling tion shall contain installed carbon monoxide vision B, insert the following: unit in a manner that meets or exceeds— alarms or detectors that meet or exceed— SEC. 7ll. (a) The Secretary of Agriculture ‘‘(A) the standards described in chapters 9 ‘‘(A) the standards described in chapters 9 shall revise any regulation of the Secretary and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- of Agriculture relating to the definition of national Fire Code, as published by the national Fire Code, as published by the the term ‘‘fish’’ to ensure that the definition International Code Council; or International Code Council; or includes any aquatic gilled animal, and any ‘‘(B) any other standards as may be adopt- ‘‘(B) any other standards as may be adopt- mollusk, crustacean, or other invertebrate, ed by the Secretary, including any relevant ed by the Secretary, in collaboration with that exists in the wild or is produced under updates to the International Fire Code, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Develop- controlled conditions in ponds, lakes, through a notice published in the Federal ment, including any relevant updates to the streams, or similar holding areas. Register.’’. International Fire Code, through a notice (b) Section 343(a) of the Consolidated Farm (b) Section 202(j) of the Housing Act of 1959 published in the Federal Register.’’. and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1991(a)) (12 U.S.C. 1701q(j)) is amended by adding at (f) The Secretary of Housing and Urban De- is amended— the end the following: velopment shall provide guidance to public (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘in, fish ‘‘(9) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each housing agencies (as defined in section 3(b)(6) farming’’ and inserting the following: ‘‘in— owner of a dwelling unit assisted under this of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 ‘‘(A) fish farming; and section shall ensure that carbon monoxide U.S.C. 1437a(b)(6)) on how to educate tenants ‘‘(B) in the case of assistance under sub- alarms or detectors are installed in the on health hazards in the home, including to title B, commercial fishing’’; and dwelling unit in a manner that meets or ex- carbon monoxide poisoning, lead poisoning, (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘shall’’ ceeds— asthma induced by housing-related aller- and all that follows through the period at ‘‘(A) the standards described in chapters 9 gens, and other housing-related preventable the end and inserting the following: ‘‘in- and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- outcomes, to help advance primary preven- cludes— national Fire Code, as published by the tion and prevent future deaths and other ‘‘(A) fish farming; and International Code Council; or harms. ‘‘(B) in the case of assistance under sub- ‘‘(B) any other standards as may be adopt- (g) Nothing in the amendments made by title B, commercial fishing.’’. ed by the Secretary, including any relevant this section shall be construed to preempt or updates to the International Fire Code, limit the applicability of any State or local SA 1021. Mr. SCOTT of South Caro- through a notice published in the Federal law relating to the installation and mainte- lina (for himself, Mr. MENENDEZ, Mr. Register.’’. nance of carbon monoxide alarms or detec- CRAMER, Ms. CORTEZ MASTO, Mr. VAN (c) Section 811(j) of the Cranston-Gonzalez tors in housing that requires standards that are more stringent than the standards de- HOLLEN, Mr. PERDUE, and Mr. JONES) National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. submitted an amendment intended to 8013(j)) is amended by adding at the end the scribed in the amendments made by this sec- following: tion. be proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- ‘‘(7) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each (h) The Secretary of Housing and Urban posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. dwelling unit assisted under this section Development, in consultation with the Con- 3055, making appropriations for the De- shall contain installed carbon monoxide sumer Product Safety Commission, shall partments of Commerce and Justice, alarms or detectors that meet or exceed— conduct a study and issue a publicly avail- Science, and Related Agencies for the ‘‘(A) the standards described in chapters 9 able report on requiring carbon monoxide fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- alarms or detectors in federally assisted and for other purposes; which was or- national Fire Code, as published by the housing that is not covered in the amend- ments made by this section. dered to lie on the table; as follows: International Code Council; or ‘‘(B) any other standards as may be adopt- At the appropriate place in title II of divi- ed by the Secretary, including any relevant SA 1022. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted sion D, insert the following: updates to the International Fire Code, an amendment intended to be proposed SEC. 2ll. (a) The United States Housing through a notice published in the Federal to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) is amend- Register.’’. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ed— (d) Section 856 of the Cranston-Gonzalez (1) in section 3(a) (42 U.S.C. 1437a(a)), by appropriations for the Departments of National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. Commerce and Justice, Science, and adding at the end the following: 12905) is amended by adding at the end the ‘‘(8) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each pub- following new subsection: Related Agencies for the fiscal year lic housing agency shall ensure that carbon ‘‘(i) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each ending September 30, 2020, and for monoxide alarms or detectors are installed dwelling unit assisted under this subtitle other purposes; which was ordered to in each dwelling unit in public housing shall contain installed carbon monoxide lie on the table; as follows: owned or operated by the public housing alarms or detectors that meet or exceed— At the appropriate place in division A, in- agency in a manner that meets or exceeds— ‘‘(1) the standards described in chapters 9 sert the following: ‘‘(A) the standards described in chapters 9 and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- —ASSAULT WEAPONS BAN OF and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- national Fire Code, as published by the TITLE ll 2019 national Fire Code, as published by the International Code Council; or International Code Council; or ‘‘(2) any other standards as may be adopted SEC. l01. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(B) any other standards as may be adopt- by the Secretary, including any relevant up- This title may be cited as the ‘‘Assault ed by the Secretary, including any relevant dates to the International Fire Code, Weapons Ban of 2019’’. updates to the International Fire Code, through a notice published in the Federal SEC. l02. DEFINITIONS. through a notice published in the Federal Register.’’. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 921(a) of title 18, Register.’’; and (e) Title V of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 United States Code, is amended— (2) in section 8 (42 U.S.C. 1437f)— U.S.C. 1471 et seq.) is amended— (1) by inserting after paragraph (29) the fol- (A) by inserting after subsection (i) the fol- (1) in section 514 (42 U.S.C. 1484), by adding lowing: lowing: at the end the following: ‘‘(30) The term ‘semiautomatic pistol’ ‘‘(j) CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS.—Each ‘‘(j) Housing and related facilities con- means any repeating pistol that— owner of a dwelling unit receiving project- structed with loans under this section shall ‘‘(A) utilizes a portion of the energy of a based assistance under this section shall en- contain installed carbon monoxide alarms or firing cartridge to extract the fired cartridge sure that carbon monoxide alarms or detec- detectors that meet or exceed— case and chamber the next round; and tors are installed in the dwelling unit in a ‘‘(1) the standards described in chapters 9 ‘‘(B) requires a separate pull of the trigger manner that meets or exceeds— and 11 of the 2018 publication of the Inter- to fire each cartridge.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.046 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6115 ‘‘(31) The term ‘semiautomatic shotgun’ ‘‘(VII) Beretta AR–70. ‘‘(I) All of the following pistols, copies, du- means any repeating shotgun that— ‘‘(VIII) Black Rain Ordnance Recon Scout. plicates, variants, or altered facsimiles with ‘‘(A) utilizes a portion of the energy of a ‘‘(IX) Bushmaster ACR. the capability of any such weapon thereof: firing cartridge to extract the fired cartridge ‘‘(X) Bushmaster Carbon 15. ‘‘(i) All AK–47 types, including the fol- case and chamber the next round; and ‘‘(XI) Bushmaster MOE series. lowing: ‘‘(B) requires a separate pull of the trigger ‘‘(XII) Bushmaster XM15. ‘‘(I) Centurion 39 AK pistol. to fire each cartridge.’’; and ‘‘(XIII) Chiappa Firearms MFour rifles. ‘‘(II) CZ Scorpion pistol. (2) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(XIV) Colt Match Target rifles. ‘‘(III) Draco AK–47 pistol. ‘‘(36) The term ‘semiautomatic assault ‘‘(XV) CORE Rifle Systems CORE15 rifles. ‘‘(IV) HCR AK–47 pistol. weapon’ means any of the following, regard- ‘‘(XVI) Daniel Defense M4A1 rifles. ‘‘(V) IO Inc. Hellpup AK–47 pistol. less of country of manufacture or caliber of ‘‘(XVII) Devil Dog Arms 15 Series rifles. ‘‘(VI) Krinkov pistol. ammunition accepted: ‘‘(XVIII) Diamondback DB15 rifles. ‘‘(VII) Mini Draco AK–47 pistol. ‘‘(A) A semiautomatic rifle that has the ca- ‘‘(XIX) DoubleStar AR rifles. ‘‘(VIII) PAP M92 pistol. pacity to accept a detachable magazine and ‘‘(XX) DPMS Tactical rifles. ‘‘(IX) Yugo Krebs Krink pistol. any 1 of the following: ‘‘(XXI) DSA Inc. ZM–4 Carbine. ‘‘(ii) All AR–15 types, including the fol- ‘‘(i) A pistol grip. ‘‘(XXII) Heckler & Koch MR556. lowing: ‘‘(ii) A forward grip. ‘‘(XXIII) High Standard HSA–15 rifles. ‘‘(I) American Spirit AR–15 pistol. ‘‘(iii) A folding, telescoping, or detachable ‘‘(XXIV) Jesse James Nomad AR–15 rifle. ‘‘(II) Bushmaster Carbon 15 pistol. stock, or is otherwise foldable or adjustable ‘‘(XXV) Knight’s Armament SR–15. ‘‘(III) Chiappa Firearms M4 Pistol GEN II. in a manner that operates to reduce the ‘‘(XXVI) Lancer L15 rifles. ‘‘(IV) CORE Rifle Systems CORE15 Roscoe length, size, or any other dimension, or oth- ‘‘(XXVII) MGI Hydra Series rifles. pistol. erwise enhances the concealability, of the ‘‘(XXVIII) Mossberg MMR Tactical rifles. ‘‘(V) Daniel Defense MK18 pistol. weapon. ‘‘(XXIX) Noreen Firearms BN 36 rifle. ‘‘(VI) DoubleStar Corporation AR pistol. ‘‘(iv) A grenade launcher. ‘‘(XXX) Olympic Arms. ‘‘(VII) DPMS AR–15 pistol. ‘‘(v) A barrel shroud. ‘‘(XXXI) POF USA P415. ‘‘(VIII) Jesse James Nomad AR–15 pistol. ‘‘(vi) A threaded barrel. ‘‘(XXXII) Precision Firearms AR rifles. ‘‘(IX) Olympic Arms AR–15 pistol. ‘‘(B) A semiautomatic rifle that has a fixed ‘‘(XXXIII) Remington R–15 rifles. ‘‘(X) Osprey Armament MK–18 pistol. magazine with the capacity to accept more ‘‘(XXXIV) Rhino Arms AR rifles. ‘‘(XI) POF USA AR pistols. than 10 rounds, except for an attached tubu- ‘‘(XXXV) Rock River Arms LAR–15. ‘‘(XII) Rock River Arms LAR 15 pistol. lar device designed to accept, and capable of ‘‘(XXXVI) Sig Sauer SIG516 rifles and MCX ‘‘(XIII) Uselton Arms Air-Lite M–4 pistol. operating only with, .22 caliber rimfire am- rifles. ‘‘(iii) Calico Liberty pistols. munition. ‘‘(XXXVII) SKS with a detachable maga- ‘‘(iv) DSA SA58 PKP FAL pistol. ‘‘(C) Any part, combination of parts, com- zine. ‘‘(v) Encom MP–9 and MP–45. ponent, device, attachment, or accessory ‘‘(XXXVIII) Smith & Wesson M&P15 rifles. ‘‘(vi) Heckler & Koch model SP–89 pistol. that is designed or functions to accelerate ‘‘(XXXIX) Stag Arms AR rifles. ‘‘(vii) Intratec AB–10, TEC–22 Scorpion, the rate of fire of a semiautomatic rifle but ‘‘(XL) Sturm, Ruger & Co. SR556 and AR– TEC–9, and TEC–DC9. not convert the semiautomatic rifle into a 556 rifles. ‘‘(viii) IWI Galil Ace pistol, UZI PRO pis- machinegun. ‘‘(XLI) Uselton Arms Air-Lite M–4 rifles. tol. ‘‘(D) A semiautomatic pistol that has the ‘‘(XLII) Windham Weaponry AR rifles. ‘‘(ix) Kel-Tec PLR 16 pistol. capacity to accept a detachable magazine ‘‘(XLIII) WMD Guns Big Beast. ‘‘(x) The following MAC types: and any 1 of the following: ‘‘(XLIV) Yankee Hill Machine Company, ‘‘(I) MAC–10. ‘‘(i) A threaded barrel. Inc. YHM–15 rifles. ‘‘(II) MAC–11. ‘‘(ii) A second pistol grip. ‘‘(iii) Barrett M107A1. ‘‘(III) Masterpiece Arms MPA A930 Mini ‘‘(iii) A barrel shroud. ‘‘(iv) Barrett M82A1. Pistol, MPA460 Pistol, MPA Tactical Pistol, ‘‘(iv) The capacity to accept a detachable ‘‘(v) Beretta CX4 Storm. and MPA Mini Tactical Pistol. magazine at some location outside of the pis- ‘‘(vi) Calico Liberty Series. ‘‘(IV) Military Armament Corp. Ingram M– tol grip. ‘‘(vii) CETME Sporter. 11. ‘‘(v) A semiautomatic version of an auto- ‘‘(viii) Daewoo K–1, K–2, Max 1, Max 2, AR ‘‘(V) Velocity Arms VMAC. matic firearm. 100, and AR 110C. ‘‘(xi) Sig Sauer P556 pistol. ‘‘(vi) A manufactured weight of 50 ounces ‘‘(ix) Fabrique Nationale/FN Herstal FAL, ‘‘(xii) Sites Spectre. or more when unloaded. LAR, 22 FNC, 308 Match, L1A1 Sporter, PS90, ‘‘(xiii) All Thompson types, including the ‘‘(vii) A stabilizing brace or similar compo- SCAR, and FS2000. following: nent. ‘‘(x) Feather Industries AT–9. ‘‘(I) Thompson TA510D. ‘‘(E) A semiautomatic pistol with a fixed ‘‘(xi) Galil Model AR and Model ARM. ‘‘(II) Thompson TA5. magazine that has the capacity to accept ‘‘(xii) Hi-Point Carbine. ‘‘(xiv) All UZI types, including Micro-UZI. more than 10 rounds. ‘‘(xiii) HK–91, HK–93, HK–94, HK–PSG–1, ‘‘(J) All of the following shotguns, copies, ‘‘(F) A semiautomatic shotgun that has and HK USC. duplicates, variants, or altered facsimiles any 1 of the following: ‘‘(xiv) IWI TAVOR, Galil ACE rifle. with the capability of any such weapon ‘‘(i) A folding, telescoping, or detachable ‘‘(xv) Kel-Tec Sub-2000, SU–16, and RFB. thereof: stock. ‘‘(xvi) SIG AMT, SIG PE–57, Sig Sauer SG ‘‘(i) DERYA Anakon MC–1980, Anakon ‘‘(ii) A pistol grip. 550, Sig Sauer SG 551, and SIG MCX. SD12. ‘‘(iii) A fixed magazine with the capacity ‘‘(xvii) Springfield Armory SAR–48. ‘‘(ii) Doruk Lethal shotguns. to accept more than 5 rounds. ‘‘(xviii) Steyr AUG. ‘‘(iii) Franchi LAW–12 and SPAS 12. ‘‘(iv) The ability to accept a detachable ‘‘(xix) Sturm, Ruger & Co. Mini-14 Tactical ‘‘(iv) All IZHMASH Saiga 12 types, includ- magazine. Rifle M–14/20CF. ing the following: ‘‘(v) A forward grip. ‘‘(xx) All Thompson rifles, including the ‘‘(I) IZHMASH Saiga 12. ‘‘(vi) A grenade launcher. following: ‘‘(II) IZHMASH Saiga 12S. ‘‘(G) Any shotgun with a revolving cyl- ‘‘(I) Thompson M1SB. ‘‘(III) IZHMASH Saiga 12S EXP–01. inder. ‘‘(II) Thompson T1100D. ‘‘(IV) IZHMASH Saiga 12K. ‘‘(H) All of the following rifles, copies, du- ‘‘(III) Thompson T150D. ‘‘(V) IZHMASH Saiga 12K–030. plicates, variants, or altered facsimiles with ‘‘(IV) Thompson T1B. ‘‘(VI) IZHMASH Saiga 12K–040 Taktika. the capability of any such weapon thereof: ‘‘(V) Thompson T1B100D. ‘‘(v) Streetsweeper. ‘‘(i) All AK types, including the following: ‘‘(VI) Thompson T1B50D. ‘‘(vi) Striker 12. ‘‘(I) AK, AK47, AK47S, AK–74, AKM, AKS, ‘‘(VII) Thompson T1BSB. ‘‘(K) All belt-fed semiautomatic firearms, ARM, MAK90, MISR, NHM90, NHM91, Rock ‘‘(VIII) Thompson T1–C. including TNW M2HB and FN M2495. River Arms LAR–47, SA85, SA93, Vector ‘‘(IX) Thompson T1D. ‘‘(L) Any combination of parts from which Arms AK–47, VEPR, WASR–10, and WUM. ‘‘(X) Thompson T1SB. a firearm described in subparagraphs (A) ‘‘(II) IZHMASH Saiga AK. ‘‘(XI) Thompson T5. through (K) can be assembled. ‘‘(III) MAADI AK47 and ARM. ‘‘(XII) Thompson T5100D. ‘‘(M) The frame or receiver of a rifle or ‘‘(IV) Norinco 56S, 56S2, 84S, and 86S. ‘‘(XIII) Thompson TM1. shotgun described in subparagraph (A), (B), ‘‘(V) Poly Technologies AK47 and AKS. ‘‘(XIV) Thompson TM1C. (C), (F), (G), (H), (J), or (K). ‘‘(ii) All AR types, including the following: ‘‘(xxi) UMAREX UZI rifle. ‘‘(37) The term ‘large capacity ammunition ‘‘(I) AR–10. ‘‘(xxii) UZI Mini Carbine, UZI Model A Car- feeding device’— ‘‘(II) AR–15. bine, and UZI Model B Carbine. ‘‘(A) means a magazine, belt, drum, feed ‘‘(III) Alexander Arms Overmatch Plus 16. ‘‘(xxiii) Valmet M62S, M71S, and M78. strip, or similar device, including any such ‘‘(IV) Armalite M15 22LR Carbine. ‘‘(xxiv) Vector Arms UZI Type. device joined or coupled with another in any ‘‘(V) Armalite M15–T. ‘‘(xxv) Weaver Arms Nighthawk. manner, that has an overall capacity of, or ‘‘(VI) Barrett REC7. ‘‘(xxvi) Wilkinson Arms Linda Carbine. that can be readily restored, changed, or

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6116 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 converted to accept, more than 10 rounds of matic assault weapon otherwise lawfully the Congress and make the record available ammunition; and possessed under Federal law on the date of to the general public. ‘‘(B) does not include an attached tubular enactment of the Assault Weapons Ban of ‘‘(w)(1) It shall be unlawful for a person to device designed to accept, and capable of op- 2019. import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or pos- erating only with, .22 caliber rimfire ammu- ‘‘(3) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any sess, in or affecting interstate or foreign nition.’’. firearm that— commerce, a large capacity ammunition (b) RELATED DEFINITIONS.—Section 921(a) of ‘‘(A) is manually operated by bolt, pump, feeding device. title 18, United States Code, as amended by lever, or slide action; ‘‘(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the this title, is amended by adding at the end ‘‘(B) has been rendered permanently inop- possession of any large capacity ammunition the following: erable; or feeding device otherwise lawfully possessed ‘‘(38) The term ‘barrel shroud’— ‘‘(C) is an antique firearm, as defined in on or before the date of enactment of the As- ‘‘(A) means a shroud that is attached to, or section 921 of this title. sault Weapons Ban of 2019. partially or completely encircles, the barrel ‘‘(4) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to— ‘‘(3) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to— of a firearm so that the shroud protects the ‘‘(A) the importation for, manufacture for, ‘‘(A) the importation for, manufacture for, user of the firearm from heat generated by sale to, transfer to, or possession by the sale to, transfer to, or possession by the the barrel; and United States or a department or agency of United States or a department or agency of ‘‘(B) does not include— the United States or a State or a depart- the United States or a State or a depart- ‘‘(i) a slide that partially or completely en- ment, agency, or political subdivision of a ment, agency, or political subdivision of a closes the barrel; or State, or a sale or transfer to or possession State, or a sale or transfer to or possession ‘‘(ii) an extension of the stock along the by a qualified law enforcement officer em- by a qualified law enforcement officer em- bottom of the barrel which does not encircle ployed by the United States or a department ployed by the United States or a department or substantially encircle the barrel. or agency of the United States or a State or or agency of the United States or a State or ‘‘(39) The term ‘detachable magazine’ a department, agency, or political subdivi- a department, agency, or political subdivi- means an ammunition feeding device that sion of a State, for purposes of law enforce- sion of a State for purposes of law enforce- can be removed from a firearm without dis- ment (whether on or off duty), or a sale or ment (whether on or off duty), or a sale or assembly of the firearm action. transfer to or possession by a campus law en- transfer to or possession by a campus law en- ‘‘(40) The term ‘fixed magazine’ means an forcement officer for purposes of law enforce- forcement officer for purposes of law enforce- ammunition feeding device that is perma- ment (whether on or off duty); ment (whether on or off duty); nently fixed to the firearm in such a manner ‘‘(B) the importation for, or sale or trans- ‘‘(B) the importation for, or sale or trans- that it cannot be removed without dis- fer to a licensee under title I of the Atomic fer to a licensee under title I of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 for purposes of estab- assembly of the firearm. Energy Act of 1954 for purposes of estab- lishing and maintaining an on-site physical ‘‘(41) The term ‘folding, telescoping, or de- lishing and maintaining an on-site physical protection system and security organization tachable stock’ means a stock that folds, protection system and security organization required by Federal law, or possession by an telescopes, detaches or otherwise operates to required by Federal law, or possession by an employee or contractor of such licensee on- reduce the length, size, or any other dimen- employee or contractor of such licensee on- site for such purposes or off-site for purposes sion, or otherwise enhances the site for such purposes or off-site for purposes of licensee-authorized training or transpor- concealability, of a firearm. of licensee-authorized training or transpor- tation of nuclear materials; ‘‘(42) The term ‘forward grip’ means a grip tation of nuclear materials; ‘‘(C) the possession, by an individual who is located forward of the trigger that functions ‘‘(C) the possession, by an individual who is retired in good standing from service with a as a pistol grip. retired in good standing from service with a ‘‘(43) The term ‘grenade launcher’ means law enforcement agency and is not otherwise law enforcement agency and is not otherwise an attachment for use on a firearm that is prohibited from receiving ammunition, of a prohibited from receiving a firearm, of a designed to propel a grenade or other similar large capacity ammunition feeding device— semiautomatic assault weapon— destructive device. ‘‘(i) sold or transferred to the individual by ‘‘(i) sold or transferred to the individual by ‘‘(44) The term ‘permanently inoperable’ the agency upon such retirement; or the agency upon such retirement; or means a firearm which is incapable of dis- ‘‘(ii) that the individual purchased, or oth- ‘‘(ii) that the individual purchased, or oth- charging a shot by means of an explosive and erwise obtained, for official use before such erwise obtained, for official use before such incapable of being readily restored to a fir- retirement; or retirement; ing condition. ‘‘(D) the importation, sale, manufacture, ‘‘(45) The term ‘pistol grip’ means a grip, a ‘‘(D) the importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of any large capacity thumbhole stock or Thordsen-type grip or transfer, or possession of a semiautomatic ammunition feeding device by a licensed stock, or any other characteristic that can assault weapon by a licensed manufacturer manufacturer or licensed importer for the function as a grip. or licensed importer for the purposes of test- purposes of testing or experimentation au- ‘‘(46) The term ‘threaded barrel’ means a ing or experimentation authorized by the At- thorized by the Attorney General. feature or characteristic that is designed in torney General; or ‘‘(4) For purposes of paragraph (3)(A), the such a manner to allow for the attachment ‘‘(E) the importation, sale, manufacture, term ‘campus law enforcement officer’ of a device such as a firearm silencer or a transfer, or possession of a firearm specified means an individual who is— flash suppressor. in Appendix A to this section, as such fire- ‘‘(A) employed by a private institution of ‘‘(47) The term ‘qualified law enforcement arm was manufactured on the date of intro- higher education that is eligible for funding officer’ has the meaning given the term in duction of the Assault Weapons Ban of 2019. under title IV of the Higher Education Act of section 926B. ‘‘(5) For purposes of paragraph (4)(A), the 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.); ‘‘(48) The term ‘grandfathered semiauto- term ‘campus law enforcement officer’ ‘‘(B) responsible for the prevention or in- matic assault weapon’ means any semiauto- means an individual who is— vestigation of crime involving injury to per- matic assault weapon the importation, pos- ‘‘(A) employed by a private institution of sons or property, including apprehension or session, sale, or transfer of which would be higher education that is eligible for funding detention of persons for such crimes; unlawful under section 922(v) but for the ex- under title IV of the Higher Education Act of ‘‘(C) authorized by Federal, State, or local ception under paragraph (2) of such section. 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.); law to carry a firearm, execute search war- ‘‘(49) The term ‘belt-fed semiautomatic ‘‘(B) responsible for the prevention or in- rants, and make arrests; and firearm’ means any repeating firearm that— vestigation of crime involving injury to per- ‘‘(D) recognized, commissioned, or certified ‘‘(A) utilizes a portion of the energy of a sons or property, including apprehension or by a government entity as a law enforcement firing cartridge to extract the fired cartridge detention of persons for such crimes; officer.’’; and case and chamber the next round; ‘‘(C) authorized by Federal, State, or local (2) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(B) requires a separate pull of the trigger law to carry a firearm, execute search war- ‘‘(aa) SECURE STORAGE OR SAFETY DEVICE to fire each cartridge; and rants, and make arrests; and REQUIREMENT FOR GRANDFATHERED SEMI- ‘‘(C) has the capacity to accept a belt am- ‘‘(D) recognized, commissioned, or certified AUTOMATIC ASSAULT WEAPONS.—It shall be munition feeding device.’’. by a government entity as a law enforcement unlawful for any person, other than a li- SEC. l03. RESTRICTIONS ON ASSAULT WEAPONS officer. censed importer, licensed manufacturer, or AND LARGE CAPACITY AMMUNITION ‘‘(6) The Attorney General shall establish licensed dealer, to store or keep under the FEEDING DEVICES. and maintain, in a timely manner, a record dominion or control of that person any (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 922 of title 18, of the make, model, and, if available, date of grandfathered semiautomatic assault weap- United States Code, is amended— manufacture of any semiautomatic assault on that the person knows, or has reasonable (1) by inserting after subsection (u) the fol- weapon which the Attorney General is made cause to believe, will be accessible to an in- lowing: aware has been used in relation to a crime dividual prohibited from receiving or pos- ‘‘(v)(1) It shall be unlawful for a person to under Federal or State law, and the nature sessing a firearm under subsection (g), (n), or import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or pos- and circumstances of the crime involved, in- (x), or any provision of State law, unless the sess, in or affecting interstate or foreign cluding the outcome of relevant criminal in- grandfathered semiautomatic assault weap- commerce, a semiautomatic assault weapon. vestigations and proceedings. The Attorney on is— ‘‘(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the General shall annually submit a copy of the ‘‘(1) carried on the person, or within such possession, sale, or transfer of any semiauto- record established under this paragraph to close proximity that the person can readily

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6117 retrieve and use the grandfathered semiauto- ‘‘Remington Model 742 ‘‘Marlin Model 1895G matic assault weapon as if the grandfathered ‘‘Remington Model 750 Synthetic ‘‘Marlin Model 1895GS semiautomatic assault weapon were carried ‘‘Remington Model 750 Woodmaster ‘‘Marlin Model 1895M on the person; or ‘‘Remington Model 7400 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 1895MXLR ‘‘(2) locked by a secure gun storage or safe- ‘‘Remington Model 7400 Special Purpose ‘‘Marlin Model 1895SBL ty device that the prohibited individual has Auto Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 1895SS Lever-Action Rifle no ability to access.’’. ‘‘Remington Nylon 66 Auto-Loading Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 1895XLR (b) IDENTIFICATION MARKINGS FOR SEMI- ‘‘Ruger Mini 30 ‘‘Marlin XLR Lever Action Rifles AUTOMATIC ASSAULT WEAPONS.—Section ‘‘Ruger Mini-14 (w/o folding or telescoping ‘‘Mitchell 1858 Henry Replica 923(i) of title 18, United States Code, is stock or pistol grip) ‘‘Mitchell 1866 Winchester Replica amended by adding at the end the following: ‘‘Ruger PC4 ‘‘Mitchell 1873 Winchester Replica ‘‘The serial number of any semiautomatic ‘‘Ruger PC9 ‘‘Mossberg 464 Lever Action Rifle assault weapon manufactured after the date ‘‘SKS type rifles with fixed 10 round maga- ‘‘Mossberg Model 472 Lever Action of enactment of the Assault Weapons Ban of zine and standard fixed stock ‘‘Mossberg Model 479 Lever Action 2019 shall clearly show the date on which the ‘‘Winchester Model SXR ‘‘Navy Arms 1866 Yellowboy Rifle weapon was manufactured or made, legibly ‘‘CENTERFIRE RIFLES—LEVER & SLIDE ‘‘Navy Arms 1873 Sporting Rifle and conspicuously engraved or cast on the ‘‘Action Arms Timber Wolf Pump Action ‘‘Navy Arms 1873 Winchester-Style Rifle weapon, and such other identification as the ‘‘Beretta 1873 Renegade Lever Action ‘‘Navy Arms 1892 Short Rifle Attorney General shall by regulations pre- ‘‘Beretta Gold Rush Slide Action ‘‘Navy Arms Henry Carbine scribe.’’. ‘‘Big Horn Armory Model 89 ‘‘Navy Arms Henry Trapper (c) IDENTIFICATION MARKINGS FOR LARGE ‘‘Browning BLR Model 181 Lever Action, ‘‘Navy Arms Iron Frame Henry CAPACITY AMMUNITION FEEDING DEVICES.— All Models ‘‘Navy Arms Military Henry Rifle Section 923(i) of title 18, United States Code, ‘‘Browning BPR Pump Rifle ‘‘Puma Bounty Hunter Rifle as amended by this title, is amended by add- ‘‘Browning Model 53 Lever Action ‘‘Puma Model 92 Rifles & Carbines ing at the end the following: ‘‘A large capac- ‘‘Browning Model 65 Grade 1 Lever Action ‘‘Remington 7600 Slide Action ity ammunition feeding device manufactured Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 6 Pump Action after the date of enactment of the Assault ‘‘Browning Model 71 Rifle and Carbine ‘‘Remington Model 14, 141⁄2 Pump Actions Weapons Ban of 2019 shall be identified by a ‘‘Browning Model 81 BLR ‘‘Remington Model 141 Pump Action serial number and the date on which the de- ‘‘Browning Model 81 BLR Lever-Action ‘‘Remington Model 760 Slide Actions vice was manufactured or made, legibly and Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 7600 Special Purpose conspicuously engraved or cast on the de- ‘‘Browning Model 81 Long Action BLR Slide Action vice, and such other identification as the At- ‘‘Browning Model 1886 High Grade Carbine ‘‘Remington Model 7600 Synthetic torney General shall by regulations pre- ‘‘Browning Model 1886 Lever-Action Car- ‘‘Remington Model 7615 Camo Hunter scribe.’’. bine ‘‘Remington Model 7615 Ranch Carbine (d) SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE OF LARGE CA- ‘‘Browning Model B–92 Carbine ‘‘Remington Model 7615 SPS PACITY AMMUNITION FEEDING DEVICES.—Sub- ‘‘Charles Daly Model 1892 Lever Action, All section (d) of section 924 of title 18, United ‘‘Rossi M92 SRC Saddle-Ring Carbine Models States Code, is amended— ‘‘Rossi M92 SRS Short Carbine ‘‘Chiappa 1886 Lever Action Rifles (1) in paragraph (1)— ‘‘Rossi R92 Lever Action Carbines ‘‘Cimarron 1860 Henry Replica (A) by inserting ‘‘or large capacity ammu- ‘‘Ruger Model 96/44 Lever Action ‘‘Cimarron 1866 Winchester Replicas nition feeding device’’ after ‘‘firearm or am- ‘‘Savage 99C Lever-Action Rifle ‘‘Cimarron 1873 30″ Express Rifle munition’’ each time it appears; ‘‘Savage Model 170 Pump Action ‘‘Cimarron 1873 Short Rifle (B) by inserting ‘‘or large capacity ammu- ‘‘Taurus Thunderbolt Pump Action ‘‘Cimarron 1873 Sporting Rifle nition feeding device’’ after ‘‘firearms or am- ‘‘Taylor’s & CO., Inc. 1865 Spencer Carbine/ ‘‘Cimarron 1873 Winchester Replicas munition’’ each time it appears; and Rifle ‘‘Dixie Engraved 1873 Rifle (C) by striking ‘‘or (k)’’ and inserting ‘‘(k), ‘‘Taylor’s & CO., Inc. 1892 Carbine/Rifle ‘‘Dixie Lightning Rifle and Carbines (r), (v), or (w)’’; ‘‘U.S. Fire Arms Standard Lightning Mag- ‘‘E.M.F. 1860 Henry Rifle (2) in paragraph (2)— azine Rifle ‘‘E.M.F. 1866 Yellowboy Lever Actions (A) in subparagraph (C), by inserting ‘‘or ‘‘Uberti 1866 Sporting Rifle Uberti 1873 ‘‘E.M.F. Model 73 Lever-Action Rifle large capacity ammunition feeding devices’’ Sporting Rifle ‘‘E.M.F. Model 1873 Lever Actions after ‘‘firearms or quantities of ammuni- ‘‘Uberti 1876 Rifle ‘‘Henry .30/30 Lever Action Carbine tion’’; and ‘‘Uberti 1883 Burgess Lever Action Rifle/ ‘‘Henry Big Boy .357 Magnum (3) in paragraph (3)— Carbine ‘‘Henry Big Boy .44 Magnum (A) in subparagraph (E), by inserting ‘‘Uberti Henry Rifle ‘‘Henry Big Boy .45 Colt ‘‘922(r), 922(v), 922(w),’’ after ‘‘922(n),’’. ‘‘Uberti Lightning Rifle/Carbine ‘‘Henry Big Boy Deluxe Engraved .44 Mag- (e) APPENDIX A.—Section 922 of title 18, ‘‘Winchester Lever Actions, All Other Cen- United States Code, is amended by adding at num ter Fire Models the end the following: ‘‘Henry Big Boy Deluxe Engraved .45 Colt ‘‘Winchester Model 94 Big Bore Side Eject ‘‘Marlin Model 30AS Lever-Action Carbine ‘‘Winchester Model 94 Ranger Side Eject ‘‘APPENDIX A—FIREARMS EXEMPTED ‘‘Marlin Model 62 Lever Action Lever-Action Rifle BY THE ASSAULT WEAPONS BAN OF 2017 ‘‘Marlin Model 93 Lever Action ‘‘Winchester Model 94 Side Eject Lever-Ac- ‘‘CENTERFIRE RIFLES—AUTOLOADERS ‘‘Marlin Model 308MX tion Rifle ‘‘Benelli R1 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 308MXLR ‘‘Winchester Model 94 Trapper Side Eject ‘‘Browning BAR Mark II Safari Magnum ‘‘Marlin Model 336 Deluxe ‘‘Winchester Model 94 Wrangler Side Eject Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 336C ‘‘Winchester Model 1895 Safari Centennial ‘‘Browning BAR Mark II Safari Semi-Auto ‘‘Marlin Model 336CS Lever-Action Carbine Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 336DL Lever Action ‘‘CENTERFIRE RIFLES—BOLT ACTION ‘‘Browning BAR Stalker Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model 336SS ‘‘Accurate Arms Raptor & Backpack Bolt ‘‘Browning High-Power Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 336W Action Rifles ‘‘Browning Longtrac Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 336XLR ‘‘Alpine Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Browning Shorttrac Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 338MX ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Bavarian Bolt-Action ‘‘Heckler & Koch HK630 ‘‘Marlin Model 338MXLR Rifle ‘‘Heckler & Koch HK770 ‘‘Marlin Model 444 ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Classic Rifles ‘‘Heckler & Koch HK940 ‘‘Marlin Model 444 Lever-Action ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Custom Rifles ‘‘Heckler & Koch Model 300 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 444XLR ‘‘Anschutz 1733D Mannlicher Rifle ‘‘Heckler & Koch SL7 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 1894 Marlin Model 1894 Cow- ‘‘Arnold Arms African Safari & Alaskan ‘‘Iver Johnson 50th Anniversary M–1 Car- boy Trophy Rifles bine (w/o folding stock) ‘‘Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action, All Mod- ‘‘A-Square Caesar Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Iver Johnson M–1 Carbine (w/o folding els ‘‘A-Square Genghis Khan Bolt Action Rifle stock) ‘‘Marlin Model 1894C ‘‘A-Square Hamilcar Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘M–1 Carbines with standard fixed stock ‘‘Marlin Model 1894CL Classic ‘‘A-Square Hannibal Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘M–1 Garand with fixed 8 round capacity ‘‘Marlin Model 1894CS Carbine ‘‘Auguste Francotte Bolt-Action Rifles and standard stock ‘‘Marlin Model 1894S Lever-Action Carbine ‘‘Bansners Ultimate Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model 9 Camp Carbine ‘‘Marlin Model 1894SS ‘‘Beeman/HW 60J Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 45 Carbine ‘‘Marlin Model 1895 ‘‘Benton & Brown Firearms, Inc. Model 93 ‘‘Remington Model 74 ‘‘Marlin Model 1895 Cowboy Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 81 ‘‘Marlin Model 1895 Lever Action, All Mod- ‘‘Blackheart International BBG Hunter ‘‘Remington Model 740 els Bolt Action

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6118 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ‘‘Blackheart International LLC BBG Light ‘‘Merkel KR1 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Alaskan Sniper Bolt Action ‘‘Midland 1500S Survivor Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye All-Weather ‘‘Blaser R8 Professional ‘‘Mossberg Model 100 ATR (All-Terrain ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye All-Weather Ultra ‘‘Blaser R84 Bolt-Action Rifle Rifle) Light ‘‘Blaser R93 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Navy Arms TU–33/40 Carbine ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact ‘‘BRNO 537 Sporter Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Nosler Model 48 Varmint Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye International ‘‘BRNO ZKB 527 Fox Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Parker Hale Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Laminate Compact ‘‘BRNO ZKK 600, 601, 602 Bolt-Action Rifles ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 81 Classic African ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Laminate Left-Hand- ‘‘Brown Precision Company Bolt Action Rifle ed Sporter ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 81 Classic Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Predator ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Gold Medallion ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1000 Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Sporter ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Left Hand ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1100 Lightweight Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Standard ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Micro Medallion ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1100M African Mag- ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Standard Left-Hand- ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Rifle num ed ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Short Action ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1200 Super Clip Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Tactical ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Stainless Stalker ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1200 Super Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye Ultra Light ‘‘Browning Euro-Bolt Rifle ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 1300C Scout Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Mark II All-Weather Stainless ‘‘Browning High-Power Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 2100 Midland Rifle Rifle ‘‘Browning X-Bolt Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 2700 Lightweight Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Mark II Express Rifle ‘‘Carbon One Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Parker-Hale Model 2800 Midland Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Mark II Magnum Rifle ‘‘Carl Gustaf 2000 Bolt-Action Rifle Cen- ‘‘Remington 700 ADL Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Mark II Rifle tury ‘‘Remington 700 BDL Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Mark II Target Rifle ‘‘Centurion 14 Sporter ‘‘Remington 700 BDL European Bolt-Ac- ‘‘Ruger M77 RSI International Carbine ‘‘Century Enfield Sporter #4 tion Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 ‘‘Century M70 Sporter ‘‘Remington 700 BDL Left Hand ‘‘Ruger Compact Magnum ‘‘Century Mauser 98 Sporter ‘‘Remington 700 BDL SS Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77RL Ultra Light ‘‘Century Swedish Sporter #38 ‘‘Remington 700 BDL Varmint Special ‘‘Ruger M77VT Target Rifle ‘‘Cheytac M–200 ‘‘Remington 700 Camo Synthetic Rifle ‘‘Ruger Model 77 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Cheytac M70 Sporter ‘‘Remington 700 Classic Rifle ‘‘Sako Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Cooper Model 21 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington 700 Custom KS Mountain Rifle ‘‘Sako Classic Bolt Action ‘‘Cooper Model 22 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington 700 Mountain Rifle ‘‘Sako Deluxe Lightweight ‘‘Cooper Model 38 Centerfire Sporter ‘‘Remington 700 MTRSS Rifle ‘‘Sako FiberClass Sporter ‘‘Cooper Model 56 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington 700 Safari ‘‘Sako Hunter Left-Hand Rifle ‘‘CZ 527 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington 700 Stainless Synthetic Rifle ‘‘Sako Hunter LS Rifle Sako Hunter Rifle ‘‘CZ 550 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington 700 Varmint Synthetic Rifle ‘‘Sako Mannlicher-Style Carbine ‘‘CZ 750 Sniper Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 40–X Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Sako Safari Grade Bolt Action ‘‘Dakota 22 Sporter Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 Alaskan Ti ‘‘Sako Super Deluxe Sporter ‘‘Dakota 76 Classic Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Sako TRG–S Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Dakota 76 Safari Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 CDL ‘‘Sako Varmint Heavy Barrel ‘‘Dakota 76 Short Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 700 CDL ‘Boone and ‘‘Sauer 90 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Dakota 97 Bolt Action Rifle Crockett’ ‘‘Savage 16/116 Rifles ‘‘Dakota 416 Rigby African ‘‘Remington Model 700 CDL Left-Hand ‘‘Savage 110 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Dakota Predator Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 CDL SF Limited ‘‘Savage 110CY Youth/Ladies Rifle ‘‘DSA DS–MP1 Bolt Action Rifle Edition ‘‘Savage 110F Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘E.A.A./Sabatti Rover 870 Bolt-Action ‘‘Remington Model 700 LSS ‘‘Savage 110FP Police Rifle Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 Mountain LSS ‘‘Savage 110FXP3 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘EAA/Zastava M–93 Black Arrow Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 Sendero SF II ‘‘Savage 110G Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Ed Brown Hunting and Model 704 Bolt Ac- ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS ‘‘Savage 110GV Varmint Rifle tion Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Buckmasters ‘‘Savage 110GXP3 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Heym Bolt Action Rifles Edition ‘‘Savage 110WLE One of One Thousand ‘‘Heym Magnum Express Series Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Buckmasters Limited Edition Rifle ‘‘Howa Bolt Action Rifles Edition ‘Young Bucks’ Youth ‘‘Savage 112 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Howa Lightning Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Stainless ‘‘Savage 112FV Varmint Rifle ‘‘Howa Realtree Camo Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Tactical Rifle ‘‘Savage 116 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘H–S Precision Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Varmint ‘‘Savage 116FSS Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Interarms Mark X Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Varmint (Left- ‘‘Savage Axis Series Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Interarms Mark X Viscount Bolt-Action Hand) ‘‘Savage Model 10 Bolt Action Rifles Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 SPS Youth Syn- ‘‘Savage Model 10GXP Package Guns ‘‘Interarms Mark X Whitworth Bolt-Action thetic Left-Hand ‘‘Savage Model 11/111 Series Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 VL SS Thumbhole Rifles ‘‘Interarms Mini-Mark X Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 VLS ‘‘Savage Model 12 Series Rifles ‘‘Interarms Whitworth Express Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 VS SF II ‘‘Savage Model 14/114 Rifles ‘‘Iver Johnson Model 5100A1 Long-Range ‘‘Remington Model 700 VTR ‘‘Savage Model 25 Bolt Action Rifles Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 XCR ‘‘Savage Model 110GXP3 Package Guns ‘‘KDF K15 American Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 XCR Camo ‘‘Savage Model 112BV Heavy Barrel ‘‘Kenny Jarrett Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 XCR Compact Tac- Varmint Rifle ‘‘Kimber Bolt Action Rifles tical Rifle ‘‘Savage Model 112FVS Varmint Rifle ‘‘Krico Model 600 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 700 XCR Left-Hand ‘‘Savage Model 116FSK Kodiak Rifle ‘‘Krico Model 700 Bolt-Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 700 XCR Tactical Long ‘‘Shilen Rifles Inc. DGA Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Magnum Research Mount Eagle Rifles Range Rifle ‘‘Smith & Wesson i-Bolt Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model XL7 ‘‘Remington Model 715 ‘‘Steyr Scout Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model XL7C ‘‘Remington Model 770 ‘‘Steyr SSG 69 PII Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model XL7L ‘‘Remington Model 770 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Steyr SSG08 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model XL7W ‘‘Remington Model 770 Stainless Camo ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher Luxus Model L, M, S ‘‘Marlin Model XS7 ‘‘Remington Model 770 Youth ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher Model M Professional ‘‘Marlin Model XS7C ‘‘Remington Model 798 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model XS7Y ‘‘Remington Model 798 Safari ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher Sporter Models SL, L, ‘‘Marlin XL–7/XS7 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 798 SPS M, S, S/T ‘‘Mauser Model 66 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model 799 ‘‘Thompson/Center ICON Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Mauser Model 99 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Seven 25th Anniversary ‘‘Thompson/Center Icon Classic Long Ac- ‘‘McMillan Classic Stainless Sporter ‘‘Remington Model Seven Bolt Action Ri- tion Rifle ‘‘McMillan Signature Alaskan fles ‘‘Thompson/Center Icon Medium Action ‘‘McMillan Signature Classic Sporter ‘‘Remington Model Seven CDL Rifle ‘‘McMillan Signature Super Varminter ‘‘Remington Model Seven Custom KS ‘‘Thompson/Center Icon Precision Hunter ‘‘McMillan Signature Titanium Mountain ‘‘Remington Model Seven Custom MS Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center Icon Weather Shield Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Seven Predator Long Action Rifle ‘‘McMillan Talon Safari Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Seven Youth Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center Icon Weather Shield ‘‘McMillan Talon Sporter Rifle ‘‘Ruger M77 Hawkeye African Medium Action Rifle

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6119 ‘‘Thompson/Center Venture ‘‘Cimarron Billy Dixon 1874 Sharps ‘‘Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Express ‘‘Tikka Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Cimarron Model 1885 High Wall ‘‘Shiloh Sharps 1874 Military Carbine ‘‘Tikka Premium Grade Rifles ‘‘Cimarron Quigley Model 1874 Sharps ‘‘Shiloh Sharps 1874 Military Rifle ‘‘Tikka T3 Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Cimarron Silhouette Model 1874 Sharps ‘‘Shiloh Sharps 1874 Montana Roughrider ‘‘Tikka Varmint/Continental Rifle ‘‘Dakota Model 10 Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Shiloh Sharps Creedmoor Target ‘‘Tikka Whitetail/Battue Rifle ‘‘Dakota Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center Contender Carbine ‘‘Ultra Light Arms Model 20 Rifle ‘‘Desert Industries G–90 Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center Contender Carbine Sur- ‘‘Ultra Light Arms Model 24 ‘‘Dixie Gun Works 1873 Trapdoor Rifle/Car- vival System ‘‘Ultra Light Arms Model 28, Model 40 Ri- bine ‘‘Thompson/Center Contender Carbine fles ‘‘Dixie Gun Works 1874 Sharps Rifles Youth Model ‘‘Voere Model 2155, 2150 Bolt-Action Rifles ‘‘Dixie Gun Works Remington Rolling ‘‘Thompson/Center Encore ‘‘Voere Model 2165 Bolt-Action Rifle Block Rifles ‘‘Thompson/Center Stainless Contender ‘‘Voere VEC 91 Lightning Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘EMF Premier 1874 Sharps Carbine ‘‘Weatherby Classicmark No. 1 Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Buffalo Classic ‘‘Thompson/Center TCR ’87 Single Shot ‘‘Weatherby Lasermark V Rifle Rifle (CR–1871) Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Mark V Crown Custom Rifles ‘‘Harrington & Richardson CR 45–LC ‘‘Thompson/Encore Rifles ‘‘Weatherby Mark V Deluxe Bolt-Action ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Handi-Mag ‘‘Traditions 1874 Sharps Deluxe Rifle Rifle Rifle ‘‘Traditions 1874 Sharps Standard Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Mark V Rifles ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Handi-Rifle ‘‘Traditions Rolling Block Sporting Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Mark V Safari Grade Custom ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Handi-Rifle ‘‘Uberti (Stoeger Industries) Sharps Rifles Rifles Compact ‘‘Uberti 1871 Rolling Block Rifle/Carbine ‘‘Weatherby Mark V Sporter Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson New England ‘‘Uberti 1874 Sharps Sporting Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Vanguard Bolt Action Rifles Hand-Rifle/Slug Gun Combos ‘‘Uberti 1885 High Wall Rifles ‘‘Weatherby Vanguard Classic No. 1 Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Stainless ‘‘Uberti Rolling Block Baby Carbine ‘‘Weatherby Vanguard Classic Rifle Handi-Rifle ‘‘Uberti Springfield Trapdoor Carbine/Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Vanguard VGX Deluxe Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Stainless Ultra ‘‘DRILLINGS, COMBINATION GUNS, DOUBLE ‘‘Weatherby Vanguard Weatherguard Rifle Hunter Thumbhole Stock RIFLES ‘‘Weatherby Weatherguard Alaskan Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Superlight ‘‘A. Zoli Rifle-Shotgun O/U Combo ‘‘Weatherby Weathermark Alaskan Rifle Handi-Rifle Compact ‘‘Auguste Francotte Boxlock Double Rifle ‘‘Weatherby Weathermark Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Survivor Rifle ‘‘Auguste Francotte Sidelock Double Ri- ‘‘Weatherby Weathermark Rifles ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Synthetic fles ‘‘Wichita Classic Rifle Handi-Rifle ‘‘Baikal IZH–94 Express ‘‘Wichita Varmint Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Hunter ‘‘Baikal MP94– (IZH–94) O/U ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles Rifle ‘‘Beretta Express SSO O/U Double Rifles ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Custom Sharp- ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Varmint ‘‘Beretta Model 455 SxS Express Rifle shooter Fluted ‘‘Chapuis RGExpress Double Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Custom Sporting ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Varmint ‘‘CZ 584 SOLO Combination Gun Sharpshooter Rifle Rifle ‘‘CZ 589 Stopper O/U Gun ‘‘Winchester Model 70 DBM Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Varmint ‘‘Dakota Double Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 DBM–S Rifle Thumbhole Stock ‘‘Garbi Express Double Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Featherweight ‘‘Krieghoff Hubertus Single Shot ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Survivor ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Clas- ‘‘Meacham High Wall ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Synthetic sic ‘‘Merkel K1 Lightweight Stalking Rifle Handi-Rifle/Slug Gun Combo ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Featherweight ‘‘Merkel K2 Custom Stalking Rifle ‘‘Heym Model 55B O/U Double Rifle WinTuff ‘‘Model 1885 High Wall Rifle ‘‘Heym Model 55FW O/U Combo Gun ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Lightweight Rifle ‘‘Navy Arms #2 Creedmoor Rifle ‘‘Heym Model 88b Side-by-Side Double ‘‘Winchester Model 70 SM Sporter ‘‘Navy Arms 1873 John Bodine Rolling Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Sporter Black Rifle ‘‘Hoenig Rotary Round Action Combina- ‘‘Navy Arms 1873 Springfield Cavalry Car- ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Sporter WinTuff tion Rifle bine ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Stainless Rifle ‘‘Hoenig Rotary Round Action Double Rifle ‘‘Navy Arms 1874 Sharps Rifles ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Super Express Mag- ‘‘Kodiak Mk. IV Double Rifle ‘‘Navy Arms 1874 1885 High Wall Rifles num ‘‘Kreighoff Teck O/U Combination Gun ‘‘Navy Arms Rolling Block Buffalo Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Super Grade ‘‘Kreighoff Trumpf Drilling ‘‘Navy Arms Sharps ‘‘Quigley’’ Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Synthetic Heavy ‘‘Krieghoff Drillings ‘‘Navy Arms Sharps Cavalry Carbine Varmint Rifle ‘‘Lebeau-Courally Express Rifle 5X5 ‘‘Navy Arms Sharps Plains Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 70 Varmint ‘‘Merkel Boxlock Double Rifles ‘‘New England Firearms Handi-Rifle ‘‘Winchester Ranger Rifle ‘‘Merkel Drillings ‘‘New England Firearms Sportster/Versa ‘‘CENTERFIRE RIFLES—SINGLE SHOT Pack Rifle ‘‘Merkel Model 160 Side-by-Side Double Ri- ‘‘Armsport 1866 Sharps Rifle, Carbine ‘‘New England Firearms Survivor Rifle fles ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1875 #3 Gallery Single ‘‘Red Willow Armory Ballard No. 1.5 Hunt- ‘‘Merkel Over/Under Combination Guns Shot Rifle ing Rifle ‘‘Merkel Over/Under Double Rifles ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1875 #4 Perfection Rifle ‘‘Red Willow Armory Ballard No. 4.5 Tar- ‘‘Remington Model SPR94 .410/Rimfire ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1875 #7 Long Range get Rifle ‘‘Remington Model SPR94 12 Gauge/ Rifle ‘‘Red Willow Armory Ballard No. 5 Pacific Centerfire ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1875 #8 Union Hill rifle ‘‘Red Willow Armory Ballard No. 8 Union ‘‘Rizzini Express 90L Double Rifle ‘‘Savage 24F O/U Combination Gun ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1875 11⁄2 Hunter Rifle Hill Rifle ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1885 High Wall Sporting ‘‘Red Willow Armory Ballard Rifles ‘‘Savage 24F–12T Turkey Gun Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Rolling Block Rifles ‘‘Springfield Inc. M6 Scout Rifle/Shotgun ‘‘Ballard Arms Inc. 1885 Low Wall Single ‘‘Remington Model SPR18 Blued ‘‘Tikka Model 412s Combination Gun Shot ‘‘Remington Model SPR18 Nickel ‘‘Tikka Model 412S Double Fire ‘‘Brown Model 97D Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Remington Model SPR18 Single Shot ‘‘RIMFIRE RIFLES—AUTOLOADERS ‘‘Brown Model One Single Shot Rifle Rifle ‘‘AMT Lightning 25/22 Rifle ‘‘Browning Model 1885 Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Remington-Style Rolling Block Carbine ‘‘AMT Lightning Small-Game Hunting ‘‘C. Sharps Arms 1875 Target & Sporting ‘‘Rossi Match Pairs Rifles Rifle II Rifle ‘‘Rossi Single Shot Rifles ‘‘AMT Magnum Hunter Auto Rifle ‘‘C. Sharps Arms Custom New Model 1877 ‘‘Rossi Wizard ‘‘Anschutz 525 Deluxe Auto ‘‘C. Sharps Arms New Model 1885 High Wall ‘‘Ruger No. 1 RSI International ‘‘Armscor Model 20P Auto Rifle Rifle ‘‘Ruger No. 1 Stainless Sporter ‘‘Browning Auto .22 Rifles ‘‘C.Sharps Arms 1874 Bridgeport Sporting ‘‘Ruger No. 1 Stainless Standard ‘‘Browning Auto-22 Rifle Rifle ‘‘Ruger No. 1A Light Sporter ‘‘Browning Auto-22 Grade VI ‘‘C.Sharps Arms 1875 Classic Sharps ‘‘Ruger No. 1B Single Shot ‘‘Browning BAR .22 Auto Rifle ‘‘C.Sharps Arms New Model 1874 Old Reli- ‘‘Ruger No. 1H Tropical Rifle ‘‘Browning SA–22 Semi-Auto 22 Rifle able ‘‘Ruger No. 1S Medium Sporter ‘‘Henry U.S. Survival .22 ‘‘C.Sharps Arms New Model 1875 Rifle ‘‘Ruger No. 1V Special Varminter ‘‘Henry U.S. Survival Rifle AR–7 ‘‘C.Sharps Arms New Model 1875 Target & ‘‘Sharps 1874 Old Reliable ‘‘Krico Model 260 Auto Rifle Long Range ‘‘Shiloh 1875 Rifles ‘‘Lakefield Arms Model 64B Auto Rifle ‘‘Cabela’s 1874 Sharps Sporting ‘‘Shiloh Sharps 1874 Business Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 60 Self Loading Rifles

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6120 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ‘‘Marlin Model 60C ‘‘Anschutz Kadett ‘‘Navy Arms TU–KKW Sniper Trainer ‘‘Marlin Model 60SB ‘‘Anschutz Model 1502 D Classic ‘‘Navy Arms TU–KKW Training Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 60S–CF ‘‘Anschutz Model 1517 D Classic ‘‘New England Firearms Sportster Single ‘‘Marlin Model 60SN ‘‘Anschutz Model 1517 MPR Multi Purpose Shot Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model 60ss Self-Loading Rifle ‘‘Anschutz Model 1517 S–BR ‘‘Norinco JW–15 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 70 Auto-loading Rifles ‘‘Anschutz Model 1710 D KL ‘‘Norinco JW–27 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 70 HC Auto ‘‘Anschutz Model 1717 Classic ‘‘Remington 40–XR Rimfire Custom ‘‘Marlin Model 70P Papoose ‘‘Anschutz Model 1717 Silhouette Sporter Sporter ‘‘Marlin Model 70PSS ‘‘Anschutz Model G4 MPB ‘‘Remington 541–T ‘‘Marlin Model 795 ‘‘Anschutz Model Woodchucker ‘‘Remington 541–T HB Bolt-Action ‘‘Marlin Model 795SS ‘‘Armscor Model 14P Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Rifle Remington 581–S Sportsman Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 922 Magnum Self-Loading ‘‘Armscor Model 1500 Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Five Rifle ‘‘Beeman/HW 60–J–ST Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington Model Five Youth ‘‘Marlin Model 990l Self-Loading Rifle ‘‘BRNO ZKM 452 Deluxe ‘‘Rossi Matched Pair Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 995 Self-Loading Rifle ‘‘BRNO ZKM–456 Lux Sporter ‘‘Ruger 77/17 ‘‘Mossberg 702 Plinkster ‘‘BRNO ZKM–452 Deluxe Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Ruger 77/22 ‘‘Norinco Model 22 ATD Rifle ‘‘Browning A-Bolt 22 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Ruger 77/22 Rimfire Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington 552BDL Speedmaster Rifle ‘‘Browning A-Bolt Gold Medallion ‘‘Ruger 77/44 ‘‘Remington Model 522 Viper Autoloading ‘‘Browning T-Bolt Rimfire Rifles ‘‘Ruger K77/22 Varmint Rifle Rifle ‘‘Cabanas Espronceda IV Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Savage CUB T Mini Youth ‘‘Remington Model 597 Blaze Camo ‘‘Cabanas Leyre Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Savage Mark I–G Bolt Action ‘‘Remington Model 597 Pink Camo ‘‘Cabanas Master Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Savage Mark II Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Remington Model 597 Synthetic Scope ‘‘Cabanas Phaser Rifle ‘‘Savage Model 30 G Stevens Favorite Combo ‘‘Chipmunk Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Savage Model 93 Rifles ‘‘Ruger 10/22 Autoloading Carbine (w/o fold- ‘‘Cooper Arms Model 36S Sporter Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center Hotshot Youth Rifle ing stock) ‘‘Cooper Model 57–M Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Ultra Light Arms Model 20 RF Bolt-Ac- ‘‘Ruger 10/22 Compact ‘‘CZ 452 Bolt Action Rifles tion Rifle ‘‘Ruger 10/22 Sporter ‘‘Dakota 22 Sporter Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 52B Sporting Rifle ‘‘Ruger 10/22 Target ‘‘Davey Crickett Single Shot Rifle ‘‘Winchester Wildcat Bolt Action Rifle 22 ‘‘Survival Arms AR–7 Explorer Rifle ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Sportster ‘‘COMPETITION RIFLES—CENTERFIRE & ‘‘Texas Remington Revolving Carbine ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Sportster 17 RIMFIRE ‘‘Thompson/Center R–55 All-Weather Hornady Magnum Rimfire ‘‘Thompson/Center R–55 Benchmark ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Sportster Com- ‘‘Anschutz 1803D Intermediate Match ‘‘Thompson/Center R–55 Classic pact ‘‘Anschutz 1808D RT Super Match 54 Target ‘‘Thompson/Center R–55 Rifles ‘‘Henry ‘Mini’ Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1827B Biathlon Rifle ‘‘Thompson/Center R–55 Sporter ‘‘Henry Acu-Bolt .22 ‘‘Anschutz 1827BT Fortner Biathlon Rifle ‘‘Voere Model 2115 Auto Rifle ‘‘Henry Mini Bolt Youth .22 ‘‘Anschutz 1903 Rifles ‘‘Anschutz 1903D Match Rifle ‘‘RIMFIRE RIFLES—LEVER & SLIDE ACTION ‘‘Kimber Bolt Action .22 Rifles ‘‘Krico Model 300 Bolt-Action Rifles ‘‘Anschutz 1907 Match Rifle ‘‘Browning BL–22 Lever-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1910 Super Match II ‘‘Henry .22 Lever Action Rifles, All Models ‘‘Lakefield Arms Mark I Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Lakefield Arms Mark II Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1911 Match Rifle ‘‘Henry Golden Boy .17 HMR ‘‘Anschutz 1912 Rifles ‘‘Henry Golden Boy .22 ‘‘Magtech Model MT Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Magtech Model MT–22C Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1913 Super Match Rifle ‘‘Henry Golden Boy .22 Magnum ‘‘Anschutz 54.18MS REP Deluxe Silhouette ‘‘Henry Golden Boy Deluxe ‘‘Marlin Model 15YN ‘Little Buckaroo’ ‘‘Marlin Model 25MN Bolt-Action Rifle Rifle ‘‘Henry Lever .22 Magnum ‘‘Anschutz 54.18MS Silhouette Rifle ‘‘Henry Lever Action .22 ‘‘Marlin Model 25N Bolt-Action Repeater ‘‘Marlin Model 880 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 64 MP R Silhouette Rifle ‘‘Henry Lever Carbine .22 ‘‘Anschutz 64–MS Left Silhouette ‘‘Henry Lever Octagon .22 ‘‘Marlin Model 881 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 882 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz Super Match 54 Target Model ‘‘Henry Lever Octagon .22 Magnum ‘‘Marlin Model 883 Bolt-Action Rifle 2007 ‘‘Henry Lever Youth Model .22 ‘‘Marlin Model 883SS Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Anschutz Super Match 54 Target Model ‘‘Henry Pump Action Octagon .22 ‘‘Marlin Model 915 YN ‘Little Buckaroo’ 2013 ‘‘Henry Pump Action Octagon .22 Magnum ‘‘Marlin Model 915Y (Compact) ‘‘Beeman/Feinwerkbau 2600 Target Rifle ‘‘Henry Varmint Express .17 HMR ‘‘Marlin Model 915YS (Compact) ‘‘Cooper Arms Model TRP–1 ISU Standard ‘‘Marlin 39TDS Carbine ‘‘Marlin Model 917 Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 39A Golden Lever Action ‘‘Marlin Model 917S ‘‘E.A.A./HW 60 Target Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 39AS Golden Lever-Action ‘‘Marlin Model 917V ‘‘E.A.A./HW 660 Match Rifle Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 917VR ‘‘E.A.A./Weihrauch HW 60 Target Rifle ‘‘Mossberg Model 464 Rimfire Lever Action ‘‘Marlin Model 917VS ‘‘Ed Brown Model 704, M40A2 Marine Snip- Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 917VS–CF er ‘‘Norinco EM–321 Pump Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 917VSF ‘‘Finnish Lion Standard Target Rifle ‘‘Remington 572BDL Fieldmaster Pump ‘‘Marlin Model 917VST ‘‘Krico Model 360 S2 Biathlon Rifle Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 917VT ‘‘Krico Model 360S Biathlon Rifle ‘‘Rossi Model 62 SA Pump Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 925 ‘‘Krico Model 400 Match Rifle ‘‘Rossi Model 62 SAC Carbine ‘‘Marlin Model 925C ‘‘Krico Model 500 Kricotronic Match Rifle ‘‘Rossi Model G2 Gallery Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 925M ‘‘Krico Model 600 Match Rifle ‘‘Ruger Model 96 Lever-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 925R ‘‘Krico Model 600 Sniper Rifle ‘‘Taurus Model 62-Pump ‘‘Marlin Model 925RM ‘‘Lakefield Arms Model 90B Target Rifle ‘‘Taurus Model 72 Pump Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 980S ‘‘Lakefield Arms Model 91T Target Rifle ‘‘Winchester Model 9422 Lever-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 980S–CF ‘‘Lakefield Arms Model 92S Silhouette ‘‘Winchester Model 9422 Magnum Lever-Ac- ‘‘Marlin Model 981T Rifle tion Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 982 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 2000 Target Rifle ‘‘RIMFIRE RIFLES—BOLT ACTIONS & SINGLE ‘‘Marlin Model 982VS ‘‘Mauser Model 86–SR Specialty Rifle SHOTS ‘‘Marlin Model 982VS–CF ‘‘McMillan 300 Phoenix Long Range Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1416D/1516D Classic Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model 983 ‘‘McMillan Long Range Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1418D/1518D Mannlicher Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model 983S ‘‘McMillan M–86 Sniper Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1700 FWT Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Marlin Model 983T ‘‘McMillan M–89 Sniper Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Bavarian Bolt-Action ‘‘Marlin Model XT–17 Series Bolt Action ‘‘McMillan National Match Rifle Rifle Rifles ‘‘Parker-Hale M–85 Sniper Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Classic Rifles ‘‘Marlin Model XT–22 Series Bolt Action ‘‘Parker-Hale M–87 Target Rifle ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Custom Rifles Rifles ‘‘Remington 40–X Bolt Action Rifles ‘‘Anschutz 1700D Graphite Custom Rifle ‘‘Mauser Model 107 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Remington 40–XB Rangemaster Target ‘‘Anschutz 1702 D H B Classic ‘‘Mauser Model 201 Bolt-Action Rifle Centerfire ‘‘Anschutz 1713 Silhouette ‘‘Meacham Low-Wall Rifle ‘‘Remington 40–XBBR KS ‘‘Anschutz Achiever ‘‘Mossberg Model 801/802 Bolt Rifles ‘‘Remington 40–XC KS National Match ‘‘Anschutz Achiever Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Mossberg Model 817 Varmint Bolt Action Course Rifle ‘‘Anschutz All other Bolt Action Rimfire Rifle ‘‘Remington 40–XR KS Rimfire Position Models ‘‘Navy Arms TU–33/40 Carbine Rifle

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00070 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6121 ‘‘Sako TRG–21 Bolt-Action Rifle ‘‘Beretta Xtrema2 ‘‘New England Firearms Excell Auto Tur- ‘‘Sako TRG–22 Bolt Action Rifle ‘‘Breda Altair key ‘‘Springfield Armory M–1 Garand ‘‘Breda Altair Special ‘‘New England Firearms Excell Auto Wal- ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher SSG Rifles ‘‘Breda Aries 2 nut ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher Match SPG–UIT Rifle ‘‘Breda Astro ‘‘New England Firearms Excell Auto Wa- ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher SSG P–I Rifle ‘‘Breda Astrolux terfowl ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher SSG P–II Rifle ‘‘Breda Echo ‘‘Nighthawk Tactical Semi-auto ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher SSG P–III Rifle ‘‘Breda Ermes Series ‘‘Ottomanguns Sultan Series ‘‘Steyr-Mannlicher SSG P–IV Rifle ‘‘Breda Gold Series ‘‘Remington 105Ti Series ‘‘Tanner 300 Meter Free Rifle ‘‘Breda Grizzly ‘‘Remington 1100 20-Gauge Deer Gun ‘‘Tanner 50 Meter Free Rifle ‘‘Breda Mira ‘‘Remington 1100 LT–20 Auto ‘‘Tanner Standard UIT Rifle ‘‘Breda Standard Series ‘‘Remington 1100 LT–20 Tournament Skeet ‘‘Time Precision 22RF Bench Rifle ‘‘Breda Xanthos ‘‘Remington 1100 Special Field ‘‘Wichita Silhouette Rifle ‘‘Brolin BL–12 ‘‘Remington 11–48 Series ‘‘SHOTGUNS—AUTOLOADERS ‘‘Brolin SAS–12 ‘‘Remington 11–96 Series ‘‘American Arms ‘‘Browning A–500G Auto Shotgun ‘‘Remington Model 105 Cti ‘‘Browning A–500G Sporting Clays ‘‘American Arms/Franchi Black Magic 48/ ‘‘Remington Model 11 Series ‘‘Browning A–500R Auto Shotgun AL ‘‘Remington Model 1100 Classic Trap ‘‘Browning Auto-5 Light 12 and 20 ‘‘Benelli Bimillionaire ‘‘Remington Model 1100 Competition ‘‘Browning Auto-5 Magnum 12 ‘‘Benelli Black Eagle Competition Auto ‘‘Remington Model 1100 G3 ‘‘Browning Auto-5 Magnum 20 Shotgun ‘‘Remington Model 1100 G3 ‘‘Browning Auto-5 Stalker ‘‘Benelli Cordoba ‘‘Remington Model 1100 Series ‘‘Browning B2000 Series ‘‘Benelli Executive Series ‘‘Remington Model 1100 Shotgun ‘‘Browning BSA 10 Auto Shotgun ‘‘Benelli Legacy Model ‘‘Remington Model 1100 Sporting Series ‘‘Browning BSA 10 Stalker Auto Shotgun ‘‘Benelli M1 ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Camo ‘‘Browning Gold Series ‘‘Benelli M1 Defense ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Super ‘‘Browning Maxus Series Mag Synthetic ‘‘Benelli M1 Tactical ‘‘Charles Daly Field Grade Series ‘‘Benelli M1014 Limited Edition ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Super ‘‘Charles Daly Novamatic Series Mag Waterfowl ‘‘Benelli M2 ‘‘Charles Daly Tactical ‘‘Benelli M2 Field Steady Grip ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Syn- ‘‘Churchill Regent thetic ‘‘Benelli M2 Practical ‘‘Churchill Standard Model ‘‘Benelli M2 Tactical ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Youth ‘‘Churchill Turkey Automatic Shotgun ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 Sportsman Youth ‘‘Benelli M2 American Series ‘‘Churchill Windsor ‘‘Benelli M3 Convertible Synthetic ‘‘Cosmi Automatic Shotgun ‘‘Remington Model 48 Series ‘‘Benelli M4 Models Vinci Steady Grip ‘‘CZ 712 ‘‘Benelli Montefeltro Super 90 20-Gauge ‘‘Remington Model 58 Series ‘‘CZ 720 ‘‘Remington Model 870 Classic Trap Shotgun ‘‘CZ 912 ‘‘Benelli Montefeltro Super 90 Shotgun ‘‘Remington Model 878A Automaster ‘‘Escort Escort Series ‘‘Remington Model SP–10 Magnum Satin ‘‘Benelli Raffaello Series Shotguns ‘‘European American Armory (EAA) ‘‘Benelli Sport Model ‘‘Remington Model SP–10 Waterfowl Bundra Series ‘‘Remington Model SPR453 ‘‘Benelli Super 90 M1 Field Model ‘‘Fabarms Ellegi Series ‘‘Benelli Super Black Eagle II Models ‘‘Remington Versa-Max Series ‘‘Fabarms Lion Series ‘‘Savage Model 720 ‘‘Benelli Super Black Eagle II Steady Grip ‘‘Fabarms Tactical ‘‘Benelli Super Black Eagle Models ‘‘Savage Model 726 ‘‘FNH USA Model SLP ‘‘Savage Model 740C Skeet Gun ‘‘Benelli Super Black Eagle Shotgun ‘‘Franchi 610VS ‘‘Benelli Super Black Eagle Slug Gun ‘‘Savage Model 745 ‘‘Franchi 612 Series ‘‘Savage Model 755 Series ‘‘Benelli Super Vinci ‘‘Franchi 620 ‘‘Savage Model 775 Series ‘‘Benelli Supersport ‘‘Franchi 712 ‘‘Scattergun Technologies K–9 ‘‘Benelli Two-Gun Sets ‘‘Franchi 720 ‘‘Scattergun Technologies SWAT ‘‘Benelli Ultralight ‘‘Franchi 912 ‘‘Scattergun Technologies Urban Sniper ‘‘Benelli Vinci ‘‘Franchi AL 48 Model ‘‘Beretta 390 Field Auto Shotgun ‘‘Franchi AL 48 Series ‘‘SKB 1300 Upland ‘‘Beretta 390 Super Trap, Super Skeet ‘‘Franchi Elite ‘‘SKB 1900 Shotguns ‘‘Franchi I–12 Inertia Series ‘‘SKB 300 Series ‘‘Beretta 3901 Citizen ‘‘Franchi Prestige ‘‘SKB 900 Series ‘‘Beretta 3901 Rifled Slug Gun ‘‘H&K Model 512 ‘‘Beretta 3901 Statesman ‘‘H&R Manufrance ‘‘SKS 3000 ‘‘Beretta A–303 Auto Shotgun ‘‘H&R Model 403 ‘‘Smith & Wesson Model 1000 ‘‘Beretta A400 Series ‘‘Hi-Standard 10A ‘‘Smith & Wesson Model 1012 Series ‘‘Beretta AL–2 Models ‘‘Hi-Standard 10B ‘‘Spartan Gun Works SPR453 ‘‘Beretta AL–3 Deluxe Trap ‘‘Hi-Standard Semi Automatic Model ‘‘TOZ Model H–170 ‘‘Beretta AL390 Series ‘‘Hi-Standard Supermatic Series ‘‘Tri-Star Diana Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Teknys Gold ‘‘Ithaca Mag-10 ‘‘Tri-Star Phantom Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Teknys Gold Sporting ‘‘Ithaca Model 51 Series ‘‘Tri-Star Viper Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Teknys Gold Target ‘‘LaSalle Semi-automatic ‘‘Tula Arms Plant TOZ 87 ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Camo AP ‘‘Ljutic Bi-matic Autoloader ‘‘Verona 401 Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Camo Max-4 ‘‘Luger Ultra-light Model ‘‘Verona 405 Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Classic ‘‘Marlin SI 12 Series ‘‘Verona 406 Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Gold ‘‘Maverick Model 60 Auto Shotgun ‘‘Verona SX801 Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Gold Sporting ‘‘Model AL–1 ‘‘Weatherby Centurion Series ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Parallel Target SL ‘‘Mossberg 1000 ‘‘Weatherby Field Grade ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Sporting ‘‘Mossberg Model 600 Auto Shotgun ‘‘Weatherby Model 82 ‘‘Beretta AL391 Urika 2 Synthetic ‘‘Mossberg Model 930 All-Purpose Field ‘‘Weatherby SA–08 Series ‘‘Beretta ES100 Pintail Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 930 Slugster ‘‘Weatherby SA–459 TR ‘‘Beretta Model 1200 Field ‘‘Mossberg Model 930 Turkey ‘‘Weatherby SAS Series ‘‘Beretta Model 1201F Auto Shotgun ‘‘Mossberg Model 930 Waterfowl ‘‘Winchester 1500 ‘‘Beretta Model 300 ‘‘Mossberg Model 935 Magnum Combos ‘‘Winchester Model 50 ‘‘Beretta Model 301 Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 935 Magnum Flyway Se- ‘‘Winchester Model 59 ‘‘Beretta Model 302 Series ries Waterfowl ‘‘Winchester Super X1 Series ‘‘Beretta Model 60 ‘‘Mossberg Model 935 Magnum Grand Slam ‘‘Winchester Super X2 Series ‘‘Beretta Model 61 Series Turkey ‘‘Winchester Super X3 Series ‘‘Beretta Model A304 Lark ‘‘Mossberg Model 935 Magnum Turkey ‘‘SHOTGUNS—SLIDE ACTIONS ‘‘Beretta Model AL391 Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 935 Magnum Waterfowl ‘‘ADCO Diamond Grade ‘‘Beretta Model TX4 Storm ‘‘New England Firearms Excell Auto ‘‘ADCO Diamond Series Shotguns ‘‘Beretta Silver Lark Combo ‘‘ADCO Mariner Model ‘‘Beretta UGB25 Xcel ‘‘New England Firearms Excell Auto Syn- ‘‘ADCO Sales Inc. Gold Elite Series ‘‘Beretta Vittoria Auto Shotgun thetic ‘‘Armscor M–30 Series

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6122 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ‘‘Armscor M–5 ‘‘Mossberg Model 835 Series Pump Shot- ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Ranger Pump Gun ‘‘Baikal IZH–81 guns Combo & Deer Gun ‘‘Baikal MP133 ‘‘Mossberg Model 835 Ulti-Mag ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Series Shotgun ‘‘Benelli Nova Series ‘‘Mossberg Turkey Model 500 Pump ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Slug Hunter Deer ‘‘Benelli Supernova Series ‘‘National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Gun ‘‘Beretta Ariete Standard Banquet/Guns of the Year ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Turkey Gun ‘‘Beretta Gold Pigeon Pump ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Walnut Pump ‘‘Beretta Model SL–12 Combo ‘‘Winchester Model 42 High Grade Shotgun ‘‘Beretta Ruby Pigeon Pump ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump ‘‘Winchester Speed Pump Defender ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon Pump Field ‘‘Winchester SXP Series Pump Shotgun ‘‘Brolin Field Series ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump ‘‘Zoli Pump Action Shotgun ‘‘Brolin Lawman Model Slug Gun ‘‘SHOTGUNS—OVER/UNDERS ‘‘Brolin Slug Special ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump ‘‘ADCO Sales Diamond Series Shotguns ‘‘Brolin Slugmaster Synthetic ‘‘American Arms/Franchi Falconet 2000 O/ ‘‘Brolin Turkey Master ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump U ‘‘Browning BPS Game Gun Deer Special Turkey Gun ‘‘American Arms Lince ‘‘Browning BPS Game Gun Turkey Special ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump ‘‘American Arms Silver I O/U ‘‘Browning BPS Pigeon Grade Pump Shot- Walnut ‘‘American Arms Silver II Shotgun gun ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump- ‘‘American Arms Silver Skeet O/U ‘‘Browning BPS Pump Shotgun Compact Field ‘‘American Arms Silver Sporting O/U ‘‘Browning BPS Pump Shotgun (Ladies and ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump- ‘‘American Arms Silver Trap O/U Youth Model) Compact Synthetic ‘‘American Arms WS/OU 12, TS/OU 12 Shot- ‘‘Browning BPS Series Pump Shotgun ‘‘New England Firearms Pardner Pump- guns ‘‘Browning BPS Stalker Pump Shotgun Compact Walnut ‘‘American Arms WT/OU 10 Shotgun ‘‘Browning Model 12 Limited Edition Se- ‘‘American Arms/Franchi Sporting 2000 O/U ries ‘‘Norinco Model 98 Field Series ‘‘Browning Model 42 Pump Shotgun ‘‘Norinco Model 983 ‘‘Armsport 2700 O/U Goose Gun ‘‘Century IJ12 Slide Action ‘‘Norinco Model 984 ‘‘Armsport 2700 Series O/U ‘‘Century Ultra 87 Slide Action ‘‘Norinco Model 985 ‘‘Armsport 2900 Tri-Barrel Shotgun ‘‘Charles Daly Field Hunter ‘‘Norinco Model 987 ‘‘AYA Augusta ‘‘Ducks Unlimited Dinner Guns ‘‘Orvis Grand Vazir Series ‘‘AYA Coral A ‘‘EAA Model PM2 ‘‘Quail Unlimited Limited Edition Pump ‘‘AYA Coral B ‘‘Escort Field Series Shotguns ‘‘AYA Excelsior ‘‘Fort Worth Firearms GL18 ‘‘Remington 870 Express ‘‘AYA Model 37 Super ‘‘H&R Pardner Pump ‘‘Remington 870 Express Rifle Sighted Deer ‘‘AYA Model 77 ‘‘Hi-Standard Flite-King Series Gun ‘‘AYA Model 79 Series ‘‘Hi-Standard Model 200 ‘‘Remington 870 Express Series Pump Shot- ‘‘Baby Bretton Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Interstate Arms Model 981 guns ‘‘Baikal IZH27 ‘‘Interstate Arms Model 982T ‘‘Remington 870 Express Turkey ‘‘Baikal MP310 ‘‘Ithaca Deerslayer II Rifled Shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 High Grade Series ‘‘Baikal MP333 ‘‘Ithaca Model 87 Deerslayer Shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 High Grades ‘‘Baikal MP94 ‘‘Ithaca Model 87 Deluxe Pump Shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 Marine Magnum ‘‘Beretta 90 DE LUXE ‘‘Ithaca Model 87 Series Shotguns ‘‘Remington 870 Special Field ‘‘Beretta 682 Gold E Skeet ‘‘Ithaca Model 87 Supreme Pump Shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 Special Purpose Deer Gun ‘‘Beretta 682 Gold E Trap ‘‘Ithaca Model 87 Turkey Gun ‘‘Remington 870 Special Purpose Synthetic ‘‘Beretta 682 Gold E Trap Bottom Single ‘‘Magtech Model 586–VR Pump Shotgun Camo ‘‘Beretta 682 Series ‘‘Maverick Models 88, 91 Pump Shotguns ‘‘Remington 870 SPS Special Purpose Mag- ‘‘Beretta 682 Super Sporting O/U ‘‘Mossberg 200 Series Shotgun num ‘‘Beretta 685 Series ‘‘Mossberg 3000 Pump shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 SPS–BG–Camo Deer/Tur- ‘‘Beretta 686 Series ‘‘Mossberg 535 ATS Series Pump Shotguns key Shotgun ‘‘Beretta 686 White Onyx ‘‘Mossberg Field Grade Model 835 Pump ‘‘Remington 870 SPS–Deer Shotgun ‘‘Beretta 686 White Onyx Sporting Shotgun ‘‘Remington 870 SPS–T Camo Pump Shot- ‘‘Beretta 687 EELL Classic ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 All Purpose Field gun ‘‘Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Bantam ‘‘Remington 870 TC Trap ‘‘Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Sport- ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Bantam Combo ‘‘Remington 870 Wingmaster ing ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Bantam Pump ‘‘Remington 870 Wingmaster Series ‘‘Beretta 687 series ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Camo Pump ‘‘Remington 870 Wingmaster Small Gauges ‘‘Beretta 687EL Sporting O/U ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Combos ‘‘Remington Model 11–87 XCS Super Mag- ‘‘Beretta Alpha Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Flyway Series Water- num Waterfowl ‘‘Beretta America Standard fowl ‘‘Remington Model 870 Ducks Unlimited ‘‘Beretta AS ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Grand Slam Series Series Dinner Pump Shotguns ‘‘Beretta ASE 90 Competition O/U Shotgun Turkey ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express ‘‘Beretta ASE 90 Gold Skeet ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Muzzleloader ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express JR. ‘‘Beretta ASE Gold ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Muzzleloader Combo ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express Shurshot ‘‘Beretta ASE Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Series Pump Shot- Synthetic Cantilever ‘‘Beretta ASEL guns ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express Super Mag- ‘‘Beretta BL Sereis ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Slugster num ‘‘Beretta DT10 Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Sporting Pump ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express Synthetic ‘‘Beretta DT10 Trident EELL ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Super Bantam All ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express Youth Gun ‘‘Beretta DT10 Trident L Sporting Purpose Field ‘‘Remington Model 870 Express Youth Syn- ‘‘Beretta DT10 Trident Skeet ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Super Bantam Combo thetic ‘‘Beretta DT10 Trident Sporting ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Super Bantam Slug ‘‘Remington Model 870 SPS Shurshot Syn- ‘‘Beretta DT10 Trident Trap Combo ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Super Bantam Tur- thetic Cantilever ‘‘Beretta Europa key ‘‘Remington Model 870 SPS Shurshot Syn- ‘‘Beretta Field Shotguns ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Trophy Slugster thetic Turkey ‘‘Beretta Gamma Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Turkey ‘‘Remington Model 870 SPS Special Pur- ‘‘Beretta Giubileo ‘‘Mossberg Model 500 Waterfowl pose Magnum Series Pump Shotguns ‘‘Beretta Grade Four ‘‘Mossberg Model 505 Series Pump Shot- ‘‘Remington Model 870 SPS Super Mag Max ‘‘Beretta Grade One guns Gobbler ‘‘Beretta Grade Three ‘‘Mossberg Model 505 Youth All Purpose ‘‘Remington Model 870 XCS Marine Mag- ‘‘Beretta Grade Two Field num ‘‘Beretta Milano ‘‘Mossberg Model 535 ATS All Purpose ‘‘Remington Model 870 XCS Super Magnum ‘‘Beretta Model 686 Ultralight O/U Field ‘‘Winchester 12 Commercial Riot Gun ‘‘Beretta Model SO5, SO6, SO9 Shotguns ‘‘Mossberg Model 535 ATS Combos ‘‘Winchester 97 Commercial Riot Gun ‘‘Beretta Onyx Hunter Sport O/U Shotgun ‘‘Mossberg Model 535 ATS Slugster ‘‘Winchester Model 12 Pump Shotgun ‘‘Beretta Over/Under Field Shotguns ‘‘Mossberg Model 535 ATS Turkey ‘‘Winchester Model 120 Ranger ‘‘Beretta Royal Pigeon ‘‘Mossberg Model 535 ATS Waterfowl ‘‘Winchester Model 1200 Series Shotgun ‘‘Beretta S56 Series ‘‘Mossberg Model 835 Regal Ulti-Mag Pump ‘‘Winchester Model 1300 Ranger Pump Gun ‘‘Beretta S58 Series

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6123 ‘‘Beretta Series 682 Competition Over/ ‘‘Charles Daly Country Squire Model ‘‘Franchi Falconet Series Unders ‘‘Charles Daly Deluxe Model ‘‘Franchi Instict Series ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon II ‘‘Charles Daly Diamond Series ‘‘Franchi Model 2003 Trap ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon II Sporting ‘‘Charles Daly Empire Series ‘‘Franchi Renaissance Series ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon III ‘‘Charles Daly Field Grade O/U ‘‘Franchi Sporting 2000 ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon III Sporting ‘‘Charles Daly Lux Over/Under ‘‘Franchi Undergun Model 3000 ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon IV ‘‘Charles Daly Maxi-Mag ‘‘Franchi Veloce Series ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon S ‘‘Charles Daly Model 105 ‘‘Galef Golden Snipe ‘‘Beretta Silver Pigeon V ‘‘Charles Daly Model 106 ‘‘Galef Silver Snipe ‘‘Beretta Silver Snipe ‘‘Charles Daly Model 206 ‘‘Golden Eagle Model 5000 Series ‘‘Beretta Skeet Set ‘‘Charles Daly Over/Under Shotguns, Japa- ‘‘Griffon & Howe Black Ram ‘‘Beretta SO–1 nese Manufactured ‘‘Griffon & Howe Broadway ‘‘Beretta SO–2 ‘‘Charles Daly Over/Under Shotguns, Prus- ‘‘Griffon & Howe Claremont ‘‘Beretta SO–3 sian Manufactured ‘‘Griffon & Howe Madison ‘‘Beretta SO–4 ‘‘Charles Daly Presentation Model ‘‘Griffon & Howe Silver Ram ‘‘Beretta SO5 ‘‘Charles Daly Sporting Clays Model ‘‘Griffon & Howe Superbrite ‘‘Beretta SO6 EELL ‘‘Charles Daly Superior Model ‘‘Guerini Apex Series ‘‘Beretta SO–10 ‘‘Charles Daly UL ‘‘Guerini Challenger Sporting ‘‘Beretta SO10 EELL ‘‘Churchill Imperial Model ‘‘Guerini Ellipse Evo ‘‘Beretta Sporting Clay Shotguns ‘‘Churchill Monarch ‘‘Guerini Ellipse Evolution Sporting ‘‘Beretta SV10 Perennia ‘‘Churchill Premiere Model ‘‘Guerini Ellipse Limited ‘‘Beretta Ultralight ‘‘Churchill Regent Trap and Skeet ‘‘Guerini Essex Field ‘‘Beretta Ultralight Deluxe ‘‘Churchill Regent V ‘‘Guerini Flyaway ‘‘Bertuzzi Zeus ‘‘Churchill Sporting Clays ‘‘Guerini Forum Series ‘‘Bertuzzi Zeus Series ‘‘Churchill Windsor III ‘‘Guerini Magnus Series ‘‘Beschi Boxlock Model ‘‘Churchill Windsor IV ‘‘Guerini Maxum Series ‘‘Big Bear Arms IJ–39 ‘‘Classic Doubles Model 101 Series ‘‘Guerini Summit Series ‘‘Big Bear Arms Sterling Series ‘‘Cogswell & Harrison Woodward Type ‘‘Guerini Tempio ‘‘Big Bear IJ–27 ‘‘Connecticut Shotgun Company A. ‘‘Guerini Woodlander ‘‘Blaser F3 Series Galazan Model ‘‘H&R Harrich #1 ‘‘Bosis Challenger Titanium ‘‘Connecticut Shotgun Company A–10 ‘‘H&R Model 1212 ‘‘Bosis Laura American ‘‘H&R Model 1212WF ‘‘Bosis Michaelangelo ‘‘Connecticut Valley Classics Classic Field ‘‘H&R Pinnacle ‘‘Bosis Wild Series Waterfowler ‘‘Hatfields Hatfield Model 1 of 100 ‘‘Boss Custom Over/Under Shotguns ‘‘Connecticut Valley Classics Classic ‘‘Heym Model 55 F ‘‘Boss Merlin Sporter O/U ‘‘Heym Model 55 SS ‘‘Boss Pendragon ‘‘Continental Arms Centaure Series ‘‘Heym Model 200 ‘‘Breda Pegaso Series ‘‘Cortona Over/Under Shotguns ‘‘Holland & Holland Royal Series ‘‘Breda Sirio Standard ‘‘CZ 581 Solo ‘‘Holland & Holland Sporting Model ‘‘Breda Vega Series ‘‘CZ Canvasback 103D ‘‘IGA 2000 Series ‘‘Bretton Baby Standard ‘‘CZ Limited Edition ‘‘IGA Hunter Series ‘‘Bretton Sprint Deluxe ‘‘CZ Mallard 104A ‘‘IGA Trap Series ‘‘BRNO 500/501 ‘‘CZ Redhead Deluxe 103FE ‘‘IGA Turkey Series ‘‘BRNO 502 ‘‘CZ Sporting ‘‘IGA Waterfowl Series ‘‘BRNO 801 Series ‘‘CZ Super Scroll Limited Edition ‘‘K.F.C. E–2 Trap/Skeet ‘‘BRNO 802 Series ‘‘CZ Upland Ultralight ‘‘K.F.C. Field Gun ‘‘BRNO BS–571 ‘‘CZ Wingshooter ‘‘Kassnar Grade I O/U Shotgun ‘‘BRNO BS–572 ‘‘Dakin Arms Model 170 ‘‘KDF Condor Khan Arthemis Field/Deluxe ‘‘BRNO ZH–300 ‘‘Darne SB1 ‘‘Kimber Augusta Series ‘‘BRNO ZH–301 ‘‘Darne SB2 ‘‘Kimber Marias Series ‘‘BRNO ZH–302 ‘‘Darne SB3 ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 Four-Barrel Skeet Set ‘‘BRNO ZH–303 ‘‘Depar ATAK ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 International Skeet ‘‘Browning 325 Sporting Clays ‘‘Doumoulin Superposed Express ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 O/U Trap Shotgun ‘‘Browning 625 Series ‘‘Ducks Unlimited Dinner Guns/Guns of the ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 Skeet Shotgun ‘‘Browning 725 Series Year, Over/Under Models ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 Sporting Clays O/U ‘‘Browning B–25 Series ‘‘Dumoulin Boss Royal Superposed ‘‘Krieghoff K–80/RT Shotguns ‘‘Browning B–26 Series ‘‘E.A.A. Falcon ‘‘Krieghoff Model 20 Sporting/Field ‘‘Browning B–27 Series ‘‘E.A.A. Scirocco Series ‘‘Krieghoff Model 32 Series ‘‘Browning B–125 Custom Shop Series ‘‘E.A.A./Sabatti Falcon-Mon Over/Under ‘‘Lames Field Model ‘‘Browning Citori 525 Series ‘‘E.A.A./Sabatti Sporting Clays Pro-Gold ‘‘Lames Skeet Model ‘‘Browning Citori GTI Sporting Clays O/U ‘‘Lames Standard Model ‘‘Browning Citori Lightning Series ‘‘ERA Over/Under ‘‘Lames California Model ‘‘Browning Citori O/U Shotgun ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Aries ‘‘Laurona Model 67 ‘‘Browning Citori O/U Skeet Models ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli ‘‘Laurona Model 82 Series ‘‘Browning Citori O/U Trap Models Castrone ‘‘Laurona Model 83 Series ‘‘Browning Citori Plus Trap Combo ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Dove ‘‘Laurona Model 84 Series ‘‘Browning Citori Plus Trap Gun Gun ‘‘Laurona Model 85 Series ‘‘Browning Cynergy Series ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli ‘‘Laurona Model 300 Series ‘‘Browning Diana Grade Excaliber Series ‘‘Laurona Silhouette 300 Sporting Clays ‘‘Browning Lightning Sporting Clays ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Jorema ‘‘Laurona Silhouette 300 Trap ‘‘Browning Micro Citori Lightning ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli ‘‘Laurona Super Model Over/Unders ‘‘Browning Midas Grade Leonardo ‘‘Lebeau Baron Series ‘‘Browning Special Sporting Clays ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Pegasus ‘‘Lebeau Boss Verres ‘‘Browning Sporter Model ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Posiden ‘‘Lebeau Boxlock with sideplates ‘‘Browning ST–100 ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Quail ‘‘Lebeau Sidelock ‘‘Browning Superlight Citori Over/Under Gun ‘‘Lebeau Versailles ‘‘Browning Superlight Citori Series ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Royal ‘‘Lippard Custom Over/Under Shotguns ‘‘Browning Superlight Feather ‘‘Famars di Abbiatico & Salvinelli Royale ‘‘Ljutic LM–6 Deluxe O/U Shotgun ‘‘Browning Superposed Pigeon Grade ‘‘Fausti Boutique Series ‘‘Longthorne Hesketh Game Gun ‘‘Browning Superposed Standard ‘‘Fausti Caledon Series ‘‘Longthorne Sporter ‘‘BSA Falcon ‘‘Fausti Class Series ‘‘Marlin Model 90 ‘‘BSA O/U ‘‘Ferlib Boss Model ‘‘Marocchi Avanza O/U Shotgun ‘‘BSA Silver Eagle ‘‘Finnclassic 512 Series ‘‘Marocchi Conquista Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Cabela’s Volo ‘‘Franchi 2004 Trap ‘‘Marocchi Conquista Series ‘‘Caprinus Sweden Model ‘‘Franchi 2005 Combination Trap ‘‘Marocchi Model 100 ‘‘Centurion Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Franchi Alcione Series ‘‘Marocchi Model 99 ‘‘Century Arms Arthemis ‘‘Franchi Aristocrat Series ‘‘Maverick HS–12 Tactical ‘‘Chapuis Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Franchi Black Majic ‘‘Maverick Hunter Field Model

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00073 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6124 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ‘‘McMillan Over/Under Sidelock ‘‘Remington Premier Series ‘‘Weatherby Athena Grade IV O/U Shot- ‘‘Merkel 201 Series ‘‘Remington Premier STS Competition guns ‘‘Merkel 2016 Series ‘‘Remington Premier Upland ‘‘Weatherby Athena Grade V Classic Field ‘‘Merkel 2116 EL Sidelock ‘‘Richland Arms Model 41 O/U ‘‘Merkel 303EL Luxus ‘‘Richland Arms Model 747 ‘‘Weatherby Athena Series ‘‘Merkel Model 100 ‘‘Richland Arms Model 757 ‘‘Weatherby Classic Field Models ‘‘Merkel Model 101 ‘‘Richland Arms Model 787 ‘‘Weatherby II, III Classic Field O/Us ‘‘Merkel Model 101E ‘‘Richland Arms Model 808 ‘‘Weatherby Orion II Classic Sporting ‘‘Merkel Model 200E O/U Shotgun ‘‘Richland Arms Model 810 Clays O/U ‘‘Merkel Model 200E Skeet, Trap Over/ ‘‘Richland Arms Model 828 ‘‘Weatherby Orion II series Unders ‘‘Rigby 401 Sidelock ‘‘Weatherby Orion II Sporting Clays O/U ‘‘Merkel Model 200SC Sporting Clays ‘‘Rota Model 650 ‘‘Weatherby Orion III Series ‘‘Merkel Model 203E, 303E Over/Under Shot- ‘‘Rota Model 72 Series ‘‘Weatherby Orion O/U Shotguns guns ‘‘Royal American Model 100 ‘‘Winchester Model 91 ‘‘Merkel Model 204E ‘‘Ruger Red Label O/U Shotgun ‘‘Winchester Model 96 ‘‘Merkel Model 210 ‘‘Ruger Sporting Clays O/U Shotgun ‘‘Winchester Model 99 ‘‘Merkel Model 301 ‘‘Ruger Woodside Shotgun ‘‘Winchester Model 101 All Models and ‘‘Merkel Model 302 ‘‘Rutten Model RM 100 Grades ‘‘Merkel Model 304E ‘‘Rutten Model RM285 ‘‘Winchester Model 1001 O/U Shotgun ‘‘Merkel Model 310E ‘‘S.I.A.C.E. Evolution ‘‘Winchester Model 1001 Series ‘‘Merkel Model 400 ‘‘S.I.A.C.E. Model 66C ‘‘Winchester Model 1001 Sporting Clays O/U ‘‘Merkel Model 400E ‘‘S.I.A.C.E.600T Lusso EL ‘‘Winchester Model G5500 ‘‘Merkel Model 2000 Series ‘‘San Marco 10-Ga. O/U Shotgun ‘‘Winchester Model G6500 ‘‘Mossberg Onyx Reserve Field ‘‘San Marco 12-Ga. Wildflower Shotgun ‘‘Winchester Select Series ‘‘Mossberg Onyx Reserve Sporting ‘‘Zoli Condor ‘‘Mossberg Silver Reserve Field ‘‘San Marco Field Special O/U Shotgun ‘‘Sauer Model 66 Series ‘‘Zoli Deluxe Model ‘‘Mossberg Silver Reserve Series ‘‘Zoli Dove ‘‘Mossberg Silver Reserve Sporting ‘‘Savage Model 242 ‘‘Savage Model 420/430 ‘‘Zoli Field Special ‘‘Norinco Type HL12–203 ‘‘Zoli Pigeon Model ‘‘Omega Standard Over/Under Model ‘‘Sig Sauer Aurora Series ‘‘Sig Sauer SA–3 ‘‘Zoli Silver Snipe ‘‘Orvis Field ‘‘Zoli Snipe ‘‘Orvis Knockabout ‘‘Sig Sauer SA–5 ‘‘Silma Model 70 Series ‘‘Zoli Special Model ‘‘Orvis Premier Grade ‘‘Zoli Target Series ‘‘Orvis SKB Green Mountain Uplander ‘‘SKB Model 85 Series ‘‘SKB Model 500 Series ‘‘Zoli Texas ‘‘Orvis Sporting Clays ‘‘Zoli Z Series ‘‘Orvis Super Field ‘‘SKB Model 505 Deluxe Over/Under Shot- gun ‘‘Zoli Z–90 Series ‘‘Orvis Uplander ‘‘Zoli Z-Sport Series ‘‘Orvis Waterfowler ‘‘SKB Model 505 Series ‘‘SHOTGUNS—SIDE BY SIDES ‘‘Pederson Model 1000 Series ‘‘SKB Model 600 Series ‘‘Pederson Model 1500 Series ‘‘SKB Model 605 Series ‘‘Armas Azor Sidelock Model ‘‘Perazzi Boxlock Action Hunting ‘‘SKB Model 680 Series ‘‘ADCO Sales Diamond Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi Competition Series ‘‘SKB Model 685 Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘American Arms Brittany Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi Electrocibles ‘‘SKB Model 685 Series ‘‘American Arms Derby Side-by-Side ‘‘Perazzi Granditalia ‘‘SKB Model 700 Series ‘‘American Arms Gentry Double Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi Mirage Special Four-Gauge Skeet ‘‘SKB Model 785 Series ‘‘American Arms Grulla #2 Double Shot- ‘‘Perazzi Mirage Special Skeet Over/Under ‘‘SKB Model 800 Series gun ‘‘Perazzi Mirage Special Sporting O/U ‘‘SKB Model 880 Series ‘‘American Arms TS/SS 10 Double Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi MS80 ‘‘SKB Model 885 Over/Under Trap, Skeet, ‘‘American Arms TS/SS 12 Side-by-Side ‘‘Perazzi MT–6 Sporting Clays ‘‘American Arms WS/SS 10 ‘‘Perazzi MX1/MX2 ‘‘SKB Model 885 Series ‘‘Arizaga Model 31 Double Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi MX3 ‘‘SKB Model 5600 Series ‘‘Armes de Chasse Sidelock and Boxlock ‘‘Perazzi MX4 ‘‘SKB Model 5700 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX5 ‘‘SKB Model 5800 Series ‘‘Armsport 1050 Series Double Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX6 ‘‘SKB Model GC–7 Series ‘‘Arrieta Sidelock Double Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX7 Over/Under Shotguns ‘‘Spartan SPR310/320 ‘‘Auguste Francotte Boxlock Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi MX8/20 Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Stevens Model 240 ‘‘Auguste Francotte Sidelock Shotgun ‘‘Perazzi MX8/MX8 Special Trap, Skeet ‘‘Stevens Model 512 ‘‘AYA Boxlock Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX9 Single Over/Under Shotguns ‘‘Stoeger/IGA Condor I O/U Shotgun ‘‘AYA Sidelock Double Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX10 ‘‘Stoeger/IGA ERA 2000 Over/Under Shot- ‘‘Baikal IZH–43 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX11 gun ‘‘Baikal MP210 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX12 Hunting Over/Under ‘‘Techni-Mec Model 610 Over/Under ‘‘Baikal MP213 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX14 ‘‘Tikka Model 412S Field Grade Over/Under ‘‘Baikal MP220 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX16 ‘‘Traditions 350 Series Traditions Classic ‘‘Baker Gun Sidelock Models ‘‘Perazzi MX20 Hunting Over/Under Field Series ‘‘Baltimore Arms Co. Style 1 ‘‘Perazzi MX28, MX410 Game O/U Shotguns ‘‘Traditions Classic Upland Series ‘‘Baltimore Arms Co. Style 2 ‘‘Perazzi MX2000 ‘‘Traditions Gold Wing Series ‘‘Bayard Boxlock and Sidelock Model ‘‘Perazzi MX2005 ‘‘Traditions Real 16 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi MX2008 ‘‘Tri Star Model 330 Series ‘‘Beretta 450 series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi Sidelock Action Hunting ‘‘Tri-Star Hunter EX ‘‘Beretta 451 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perazzi Sporting Classic O/U ‘‘Tri-Star Model 300 ‘‘Beretta 452 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perugini Maestro Series ‘‘Tri-Star Model 333 Series ‘‘Beretta 470 Series Shotguns ‘‘Perugini Michelangelo ‘‘Tri-Star Setter Model ‘‘Beretta Custom Grade Shotguns ‘‘Perugini Nova Boss ‘‘Tri-Star Silver Series ‘‘Beretta Francia Standard ‘‘Pietro Zanoletti Model 2000 Field O/U ‘‘Tri-Star Sporting Model ‘‘Beretta Imperiale Montecarlo ‘‘Piotti Boss Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘TULA 120 ‘‘Beretta Model 452 Sidelock Shotgun ‘‘Pointer Italian Model ‘‘TULA 200 ‘‘Beretta Omega Standard ‘‘Pointer Turkish Model ‘‘TULA TOZ34 ‘‘Beretta Side-by-Side Field Shotguns ‘‘Remington 396 Series ‘‘Universal 7112 ‘‘Beretta Verona/Bergamo ‘‘Remington 3200 Series ‘‘Universal 7312 ‘‘Bertuzzi Ariete Hammer Gun ‘‘Remington Model 32 Series ‘‘Universal 7412 ‘‘Bertuzzi Model Orione ‘‘Remington Model 300 Ideal ‘‘Universal 7712 ‘‘Bertuzzi Venere Series Shotguns ‘‘Remington Model 332 Series ‘‘Universal 7812 ‘‘Beschi Sidelock and Boxlock Models ‘‘Remington Model SPR310 ‘‘Universal 7912 ‘‘Bill Hanus Birdgun Doubles ‘‘Remington Model SPR310N ‘‘Verona 501 Series ‘‘Bosis Country SxS ‘‘Remington Model SPR310S ‘‘Verona 680 Series ‘‘Bosis Hammer Gun ‘‘Remington Peerless Over/Under Shotgun ‘‘Verona 702 Series ‘‘Bosis Queen Sidelock ‘‘Remington Premier Field ‘‘Verona LX692 Series ‘‘Boss Robertson SxS ‘‘Remington Premier Ruffed Grouse ‘‘Verona LX980 Series ‘‘Boss SxS

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00074 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6125 ‘‘Boswell Boxlock Model ‘‘ERA Riot SxS ‘‘Krieghoff Essencia Sidelock ‘‘Boswell Feartherweight Monarch Grade ‘‘ERA SxS ‘‘Lanber Imperial Sidelock ‘‘Boswell Merlin Sidelock ‘‘Famars Boxlock Models ‘‘Laurona Boxlock Models ‘‘Boswell Sidelock Model ‘‘Famars Castore ‘‘Laurona Sidelock Models ‘‘Breda Andromeda Special ‘‘Famars Sidelock Models ‘‘Lefever Grade A Field Model ‘‘BRNO ZP Series Shotguns ‘‘Fausti Caledon ‘‘Lefever Grade A Skeet Model ‘‘Brown SxS Shotgun ‘‘Fausti Class ‘‘Lefever New ‘‘Browning B–SS ‘‘Fausti Class Round Body ‘‘Lefever Model ‘‘Browning B–SS Belgian/Japanese Proto- ‘‘Fausti DEA Series Shotguns ‘‘Lefever Nitro Special type ‘‘Ferlib Mignon Hammer Model ‘‘Lefever Sideplate Models ‘‘Browning B–SS Sidelock ‘‘Ferlib Model F VII Double Shotgun ‘‘Leforgeron Boxlock Ejector ‘‘Browning B–SS Sporter ‘‘FN Anson SxS Standard Grade ‘‘Leforgeron Sidelock Ejector ‘‘Bruchet Model A ‘‘FN New Anson SxS Standard Grade ‘‘Liberty Coach Gun Series ‘‘Bruchet Model B ‘‘FN Sidelock Standard Grade ‘‘MacNaughton Sidelock Model ‘‘BSA Classic ‘‘Fox Higher Grade Models (A–F) ‘‘Malin Boxlock Model ‘‘BSA Royal ‘‘Fox Sterlingworth Series ‘‘Malin Sidelock Model ‘‘Cabela’s ATA Grade II Custom ‘‘Franchi Airone ‘‘Masquelier Boxlock Model ‘‘Cabela’s Hemingway Model ‘‘Franchi Astore Series ‘‘Masquelier Sidelock Model ‘‘Casartelli Sidelock Model ‘‘Franchi Destino ‘‘Medwell SxS Sidelock ‘‘Century Coach SxS ‘‘Franchi Highlander ‘‘Merkel Model 8, 47E Side-by-Side Shot- ‘‘Chapuis RGP Series Shotguns ‘‘Franchi Sidelock Double Barrel guns ‘‘Chapuis RP Series Shotguns ‘‘Francotte Boxlock Shotgun ‘‘Merkel Model 47LSC Sporting Clays Dou- ‘‘Chapuis Side-by-Side Shotgun ‘‘Francotte Jubilee Model ble ‘‘Chapuis UGP Round Design SxS ‘‘Francotte Sidelock Shotgun ‘‘Merkel Model 47S, 147S Side-by-Sides ‘‘Charles Daly 1974 Wildlife Commemora- ‘‘Galef Silver Hawk SxS ‘‘Merkel Model 76E tive ‘‘Galef Zabala SxS ‘‘Merkel Model 122E ‘‘Charles Daly Classic Coach Gun ‘‘Garbi Model 100 ‘‘Merkel Model 126E ‘‘Charles Daly Diamond SxS ‘‘Garbi Model 101 Side-by-Side ‘‘Merkel Model 280 Series ‘‘Charles Daly Empire SxS ‘‘Garbi Model 103A, B Side-by-Side ‘‘Merkel Model 360 Series ‘‘Charles Daly Model 306 ‘‘Garbi Model 200 Side-by-Side ‘‘Merkel Model 447SL ‘‘Charles Daly Model 500 ‘‘Gastinne Model 105 ‘‘Merkel Model 1620 Series ‘‘Charles Daly Model Dss Double ‘‘Gastinne Model 202 ‘‘Merkel Model 1622 Series ‘‘Charles Daly Superior SxS ‘‘Gastinne Model 353 ‘‘Mossberg Onyx Reserve Sporting ‘‘Churchill Continental Series Shotguns ‘‘Gastinne Model 98 ‘‘Mossberg Silver Reserve Field ‘‘Churchill Crown Model ‘‘Gib 10 Gauge Magnum ‘‘Navy Arms Model 100 ‘‘Churchill Field Model ‘‘Gil Alhambra ‘‘Navy Arms Model 150 ‘‘Churchill Hercules Model ‘‘Gil Diamond ‘‘Orvis Custom Uplander ‘‘Churchill Imperial Model ‘‘Gil Laga ‘‘Orvis Field Grade ‘‘Churchill Premiere Series Shotguns ‘‘Gil Olimpia ‘‘Orvis Fine Grade ‘‘Churchill Regal Model ‘‘Greener Sidelock SxS Shotguns ‘‘Orvis Rounded Action ‘‘Churchill Royal Model ‘‘Griffin & Howe Britte ‘‘Orvis Waterfowler ‘‘Churchill Windsor Series Shotguns ‘‘Griffin & Howe Continental Sidelock ‘‘Parker Fluid Steel Barrel Models (All ‘‘Cimarron Coach Guns ‘‘Griffin & Howe Round Body Game Gun Grades) ‘‘Classic Doubles Model 201 ‘‘Griffin & Howe Traditional Game Gun ‘‘Parker Reproductions Side-by-Side ‘‘Classic Clot 1878 Hammer Shotgun ‘‘Grulla 217 Series ‘‘Pederson Model 200 ‘‘Cogswell & Harrison Sidelock and ‘‘Grulla 219 Series ‘‘Pederson Model 2500 Boxlock Shotguns ‘‘Grulla Consort ‘‘Perazzi DHO Models ‘‘Colt 1883 Hammerless ‘‘Grulla Model 209 Holland ‘‘Perugini Ausonia ‘‘Colt SxS Shotgun ‘‘Grulla Model 215 ‘‘Perugini Classic Model ‘‘Connecticut Shotgun Co. Model 21 ‘‘Grulla Model 216 Series ‘‘Perugini Liberty ‘‘Connecticut Shotgun Co. RBL Series ‘‘Grulla Number 1 ‘‘Perugini Regina Model ‘‘Continental Arms Centaure ‘‘Grulla Royal ‘‘Perugini Romagna Gun ‘‘Crescent SxS Model ‘‘Grulla Super MH ‘‘Piotti Hammer Gun ‘‘Crucelegui Hermanos Model 150 Double ‘‘Grulla Supreme ‘‘Piotti King Extra Side-by-Side ‘‘CZ Amarillo ‘‘Grulla Windsor ‘‘Piotti King No. 1 Side-by-Side Piotti ‘‘CZ Bobwhite ‘‘H&R Anson & Deeley SxS Lunik Side-by-Side ‘‘CZ Competition ‘‘H&R Model 404 ‘‘Piotti Monaco Series ‘‘CZ Deluxe ‘‘H&R Small Bore SxS Hammer Gun ‘‘Piotti Monte Carlo ‘‘CZ Durango ‘‘Hatfield Uplander Shotgun ‘‘Piotti Piuma Side-by-Side ‘‘CZ Grouse ‘‘Henry Atkin Boxlock Model ‘‘Piotti Westlake ‘‘CZ Hammer Models ‘‘Henry Atkin Sidelock Model ‘‘Precision Sports Model 600 Series Doubles ‘‘CZ Partridge ‘‘Holland & Holland Cavalier Boxlock ‘‘Premier Italian made SxS Shotguns ‘‘CZ Ringneck ‘‘Holland & Holland Dominion Game Gun ‘‘Premier Spanish made SxS Shotguns ‘‘CZ Ringneck Target ‘‘Holland & Holland Northwood Boxlock ‘‘Purdy Best Quality Game Gun ‘‘Dakin Model 100 ‘‘Holland & Holland Round Action Sidelock ‘‘Remington Model 1900 Hammerless ‘‘Dakin Model 147 ‘‘Holland & Holland Round Action Sidelock ‘‘Remington Model SPR210 ‘‘Dakin Model 160 Paradox ‘‘Remington Model SPR220 ‘‘Dakin Model 215 ‘‘Holland & Holland Royal Hammerless ‘‘Remington Model SPR220 Cowboy ‘‘Dakota American Legend Ejector Sidelock ‘‘Remington Premier SxS ‘‘Dakota Classic Grade ‘‘Holland & Holland Sidelock Shotguns ‘‘Richland Arms Co. Italian made SxS ‘‘Dakota Classic Grade II ‘‘Holloway premier Sidelock SxS Model Models ‘‘Dakota Classic Grade III ‘‘Hopkins & Allen Boxlock and Sidelock ‘‘Richland Arms Co. Spanish made SxS ‘‘Dakota Premier Grade Models Models ‘‘Dan Arms Deluxe Field Model ‘‘Huglu SxS Shotguns ‘‘Rigby Boxlock Shotgun ‘‘Dan Arms Field Model ‘‘Husqvarna SxS Shotguns ‘‘Rigby Hammer Shotgun ‘‘Darne Sliding Breech Series Shotguns ‘‘IGA Deluxe Model ‘‘Rizzini Boxlock Side-by-Side ‘‘Davidson Arms Model 63B ‘‘IGA Turkey Series Model ‘‘Rizzini Sidelock Side-by-Side ‘‘Davidson Arms Model 69SL ‘‘Interstate Arms Model 99 Coach Gun ‘‘Rossi Overlund ‘‘Davidson Arms Model 73 Stagecoach ‘‘Ithaca Classic Doubles Series Shotguns ‘‘Rossi Squire ‘‘Dumoulin Continental Model ‘‘Ithaca Hammerless Series ‘‘Rota Model 105 ‘‘Dumoulin Etendard Model ‘‘Iver Johnson Hammerless Model Shot- ‘‘Rota Model 106 ‘‘Dumoulin Europa Model guns ‘‘Rota Model 411 Series ‘‘Dumoulin Liege Model ‘‘Jeffery Boxlock Shotguns ‘‘Royal American Model 600 Boxlock ‘‘E.A.A. SABA ‘‘Jeffery Sidelock Shotguns ‘‘Royal American Model 800 Sidelock ‘‘E.A.A./Sabatti Saba-Mon Double Shotgun ‘‘K.B.I. Grade II SxS ‘‘Ruger Gold Label ‘‘E.M.F. Model 1878 SxS ‘‘Khan Coach Gun ‘‘SAE Model 209E ‘‘E.M.F. Stagecoach SxS Model ‘‘Kimber Valier Series ‘‘SAE Model 210S ‘‘ERA Quail SxS ‘‘Krieghoff Essencia Boxlock ‘‘SAE Model 340X

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00075 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6126 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ‘‘Sarasqueta Mammerless Sidelock ‘‘H&R Survivor ‘‘Rossi Circuit Judge Lever Action Shot- ‘‘Sarasqueta Model 3 Boxlock ‘‘H&R Tracker Slug Model gun ‘‘Sauer Boxlock Model Shotguns ‘‘Harrington & Richardson N.W.T.F. Tur- ‘‘Rossi Circuit Judge Shotgun ‘‘Sauer Sidelock Model Shotguns key Mag ‘‘Ruger Single Barrel Trap ‘‘Savage Fox Model FA–1 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner ‘‘S.W.D. Terminator ‘‘Savage Model 550 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Com- ‘‘Savage Kimel Kamper Single Shot ‘‘Scott Blenheim pact ‘‘Savage Model 210F Slug Warrior ‘‘Scott Bowood ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Com- ‘‘Savage Model 212 Slug Gun ‘‘Scott Chatsworth pact Turkey Gun ‘‘Savage Model 220 Series ‘‘Scott Kinmount ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Screw- ‘‘Savage Model 220 Slug Gun ‘‘SIACE Italian made SxS Shotguns In Choke ‘‘SEITZ Single Barrel Trap ‘‘SKB Model 100 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Turkey ‘‘SKB Century II Trap ‘‘SKB Model 150 Gun ‘‘SKB Century Trap ‘‘SKB Model 200 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Turkey ‘‘SKB Model 505 Trap ‘‘SKB Model 280 Gun Camo ‘‘SKB Model 605 Trap ‘‘SKB Model 300 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Pardner Water- ‘‘Smith, L.C. Single Barrel Trap Models ‘‘SKB Model 385 fowl ‘‘Snake Charmer II Shotgun ‘‘SKB Model 400 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Tamer ‘‘Stoeger/IGA Reuna Single Barrel Shotgun ‘‘SKB Model 480 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Tamer 20 ‘‘Tangfolio Model RSG–16 ‘‘SKB Model 485 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Classic ‘‘Tangfolio Blockcard Model ‘‘Smith & Wesson Elite Gold Series Grade Youth Shotgun ‘‘Tangfolio Model DSG I ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Deluxe ‘‘Tangfolio Model RSG–12 Series ‘‘Smith & Wesson Elite Silver Grade I Classic ‘‘Tangfolio Model RSG–20 ‘‘Smith, L.C. Boxlock Hammerless Shot- ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Deluxe ‘‘Tangfolio RSG-Tactical guns Model 098 ‘‘Taurus Circuit Judge Shotgun ‘‘Smith, L.C. Sidelock Hammerless Shot- ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Junior ‘‘Thompson/Center Encore Shotgun guns ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Model ‘‘Thompson/Center Pro Hunter Turkey ‘‘Spartan SPR Series Shotguns 098 Shotgun ‘‘Stevens Model 311/315 Series ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Topper Trap ‘‘Thompson/Center TCR ’87 Hunter Shot- ‘‘Stoeger/IGA Uplander Side-by-Side Shot- Gun gun gun ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Tracker II Slug ‘‘Universal Firearms Model 7212 Single ‘‘Taylor’s SxS Model Gun Barrel Trap ‘‘Tri-Star Model 311 ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Slug Hun- ‘‘Winchester Model 36 Single Shot ‘‘Tri-Star Model 411 Series ter ‘‘Winchester Model 37 Single Shot ‘‘Ugartechea 10-Ga. Magnum Shotgun ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Slug Hun- ‘‘Winchester Model 41 Bolt Action ‘‘Universal Double Wing SxS ter Compact ‘‘Winchester Model 9410 Series ‘‘Vouzelaud Model 315 Series ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Slug Hun- ‘‘Zoli Apache Model ‘‘Walther Model WSF ter Deluxe ‘‘Zoli Diano Series ‘‘Walther Model WSFD ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra Slug Hun- ‘‘Zoli Loner Series’’. ‘‘Weatherby Atheana ter Thumbhole Stock SEC. l04. PENALTIES. ‘‘Weatherby D’Italia Series ‘‘Harrington & Richardson Ultra-Lite Slug Section 924(a)(1)(B) of title 18, United ‘‘Weatherby Orion Hunter States Code, is amended by striking ‘‘or (q) ‘‘Westley Richards Best Quality Sidelock ‘‘Hi-Standard 514 Model of section 922’’ and inserting ‘‘(q), (r), (v), ‘‘Westley Richards Boxlock Shotguns ‘‘Holland & Holland Single Barrel Trap (w), or (aa) of section 922’’. ‘‘Westley Richards Connaught Model ‘‘IGA Reuna Model ‘‘Westley Richards Hand Detachable Lock SEC. l05. BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR TRANS- ‘‘IGA Single Barrel Classic FERS OF GRANDFATHERED SEMI- Model ‘‘Ithaca Model 66 AUTOMATIC ASSAULT WEAPONS. ‘‘William Douglas Boxlock ‘‘Ithaca Single Barrel Trap (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 922 of title 18, ‘‘Winchester Model 21 ‘‘Iver Johnson Champion Series United States Code, as amended by this title, ‘‘Winchester Model 24 ‘‘Iver Johnson Commemorative Series Sin- is amended— ‘‘Zoli Alley Cleaner gle Shot Shotgun (1) by repealing subsection (s); ‘‘Zoli Classic ‘‘Iver Johnson Excel (2) by redesignating subsection (t) as sub- ‘‘Zoli Falcon II ‘‘Krieghoff K–80 Single Barrel Trap Gun section (s); ‘‘Zoli Model Quail Special ‘‘Krieghoff KS–5 Special (3) in subsection (s), as redesignated— ‘‘Zoli Pheasant ‘‘Krieghoff KS–5 Trap Gun (A) in paragraph (3)(C)(ii), by striking ‘‘(as ‘‘Zoli Silver Hawk ‘‘Lefever Trap Gun defined in subsection (s)(8))’’; and ‘‘Zoli Silver Snipe ‘‘Ljutic LTX Super Deluxe Mono Gun (B) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘SHOTGUNS—BOLT ACTIONS & SINGLE SHOTS ‘‘Ljutic Mono Gun Single Barrel ‘‘(7) In this subsection, the term ‘chief law ‘‘ADCC Diamond Folding Model ‘‘Ljutic Recoilless Space Gun Shotgun enforcement officer’ means the chief of po- ‘‘American Arms Single-Shot ‘‘Marlin Model 55 Goose Gun Bolt Action lice, the sheriff, or an equivalent officer or ‘‘ARMSCOR 301A ‘‘Marlin Model 60 Single Shot the designee of any such individual.’’; and ‘‘Armsport Single Barrel Shotgun ‘‘Marocchi Model 2000 (4) by inserting after subsection (s), as re- ‘‘Baikal MP18 ‘‘Mossberg Models G–4, 70, 73, 73B designated, the following: ‘‘Beretta 471 EL Silver Hawk ‘‘Mossberg Models 75 Series ‘‘(t)(1) Beginning on the date that is 90 ‘‘Beretta 471 Silver Hawk ‘‘Mossberg Models 80, 83, 83B, 83D days after the date of enactment of the As- ‘‘Beretta Beta Single Barrel ‘‘Mossberg 173 Series sault Weapons Ban of 2019, it shall be unlaw- ‘‘Beretta MKII Trap ‘‘Mossberg Model 183 Series ful for any person who is not licensed under ‘‘Beretta Model 412 ‘‘Mossberg Model 185 Series this chapter to transfer a grandfathered ‘‘Beretta Model FS ‘‘Mossberg Model 190 Series semiautomatic assault weapon to any other ‘‘Beretta TR–1 ‘‘Mossberg Model 195 Series person who is not licensed under this chap- ‘‘Beretta TR–1 Trap ‘‘Mossberg Model 385 Series ter, unless a licensed importer, licensed ‘‘Beretta Vandalia Special Trap ‘‘Mossberg Model 390 Series manufacturer, or licensed dealer has first ‘‘Browning BT–99 Competition Trap Spe- ‘‘Mossberg Model 395 Series taken custody of the grandfathered semi- cial ‘‘Mossberg Model 595 Series automatic assault weapon for the purpose of ‘‘Browning BT–99 Plus Micro ‘‘Mossberg Model 695 Series complying with subsection (s). Upon taking ‘‘Browning BT–99 Plus Trap Gun ‘‘New England Firearms N.W.T.F. Shotgun custody of the grandfathered semiautomatic ‘‘Browning Micro Recoilless Trap Shotgun ‘‘New England Firearms Standard Pardner assault weapon, the licensee shall comply ‘‘Browning Recoilless Trap Shotgun ‘‘New England Firearms Survival Gun with all requirements of this chapter as if ‘‘Crescent Single Shot Models ‘‘New England Firearms Tracker Slug Gun the licensee were transferring the grand- ‘‘CZ Cottontail ‘‘New England Firearms Turkey and Goose fathered semiautomatic assault weapon from ‘‘Desert Industries Big Twenty Shotgun Gun the licensee’s inventory to the unlicensed ‘‘Fefever Long Range Field ‘‘Parker Single Barrel Trap Models transferee. ‘‘Frigon FS–4 ‘‘Perazzi TM1 Special Single Trap ‘‘(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to a tem- ‘‘Frigon FT–1 ‘‘Remington 90–T Super Single Shotgun porary transfer of possession for the purpose ‘‘Frigon FT–C ‘‘Remington Model No. 9 of participating in target shooting in a li- ‘‘Gibbs Midland Stalker ‘‘Remington Model 310 Skeet censed target facility or established range ‘‘Greener General Purpose GP MKI/MKII ‘‘Remington Model No. 3 if—

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00076 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6127 ‘‘(A) the grandfathered semiautomatic as- 514 or 515 of the Act, the Secretary may (C) is located within 15 miles of Service sault weapon is, at all times, kept within the renew the rental assistance agreement for a land or water. premises of the target facility or range; and period of 20 years or until the term of such (2) BUREAU.—The term ‘‘Bureau’’ means ‘‘(B) the transferee is not known to be pro- loan has expired, subject to annual appro- the Bureau of Land Management. hibited from possessing or receiving a grand- priations:’’. (3) SERVICE LAND OR WATER.—The term fathered semiautomatic assault weapon. On page 156, line 4, strike ‘‘third proviso’’ ‘‘Service land or water’’ means land or water ‘‘(3) For purposes of this subsection, the and insert ‘‘fourth proviso’’. under the jurisdiction of the National Park term ‘transfer’— Service. ‘‘(A) shall include a sale, gift, or loan; and SA 1024. Ms. SMITH (for herself and (4) STATE DIRECTOR.—The term ‘‘State Di- ‘‘(B) does not include temporary custody of Mrs. SHAHEEN) submitted an amend- rector’’ means a State Director of the Bu- the grandfathered semiautomatic assault ment intended to be proposed to reau. weapon for purposes of examination or eval- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. (b) REQUIREMENTS.— (1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any uation by a prospective transferee. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making other provision of law, before offering for ‘‘(4)(A) Notwithstanding any other provi- appropriations for the Departments of sion of this chapter, the Attorney General competitive, public sale any affected Bureau may implement this subsection with regula- Commerce and Justice, Science, and land, the State Director of each State in tions. Related Agencies for the fiscal year which the affected Bureau land is located ‘‘(B) Regulations promulgated under this ending September 30, 2020, and for shall— paragraph— other purposes; which was ordered to (A) complete formal consultation with ‘‘(i) shall include a provision setting a lie on the table; as follows: each applicable Superintendent of the Na- maximum fee that may be charged by licens- At the appropriate place in title III of divi- tional Park Service regarding— ees for services provided in accordance with sion B, insert the following: (i) the impact of the proposed sale on— paragraph (1); and SEC. 3ll. In providing assistance under (I) natural, cultural, and historic re- ‘‘(ii) shall not include any provision impos- title V of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. sources; and ing recordkeeping requirements on any unli- 1471 et seq.) using amounts made available (II) visitor use and enjoyment of park re- censed transferor or requiring licensees to under this title under the heading ‘‘RURAL sources; and facilitate transfers in accordance with para- HOUSING SERVICE’’, the Secretary of Agri- (ii) the cumulative impacts of the proposed graph (1).’’. culture shall prioritize the maintenance sale on National Park Service resources, in- (b) TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMEND- needs for rural housing facilities and staff cluding air and water quality; MENTS.— needs, which shall include prioritizing— (B) achieve compliance with the applicable (1) SECTION 922.—Section 922(y)(2) of title 18, (1) capital repairs for aging properties par- requirements of section 306108 of title 54, United States Code, is amended, in the mat- ticipating in the rental housing programs of United States Code, taking into consider- ter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking the Rural Housing Service; ation the means by which the proposed sale ‘‘, (g)(5)(B), and (s)(3)(B)(v)(II)’’ and inserting (2) the needs of staff overseeing the Rural may impact historic property, historic ob- ‘‘and (g)(5)(B)’’. Housing Service and field staff conducting jects, traditional cultural properties, archeo- (2) SECTION 925A.—Section 925A of title 18, housing inspections; and logical sites, or cultural landscapes; United States Code, is amended, in the mat- (3) enforcement against property owners (C) consider the effects of the proposed sale ter preceding paragraph (1), by striking when those owners fail to make necessary re- on— ‘‘subsection (s) or (t) of section 922’’ and in- pairs. (i) wildlife migration corridors and habitat serting ‘‘section 922(s)’’. connectivity; and (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments SA 1025. Ms. SINEMA submitted an (ii) recreational opportunities on and off made by this section shall take effect 90 days amendment intended to be proposed to the applicable Service land and water, after the date of enactment of this Act. amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. through consultation with affected rec- reational user groups; SEC. l06. USE OF BYRNE GRANTS FOR BUY-BACK SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making PROGRAMS FOR SEMIAUTOMATIC (D) conduct a viewshed analysis with re- ASSAULT WEAPONS AND LARGE CA- appropriations for the Departments of spect to all potential points of view within PACITY AMMUNITION FEEDING DE- Commerce and Justice, Science, and the affected Service land or water; VICES. Related Agencies for the fiscal year (E) consult with relevant agencies to Section 501(a)(1) of title I of the Omnibus ending September 30, 2020, and for evaluate— Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 other purposes; which was ordered to (i) the direct, indirect, and cumulative im- (34 U.S.C. 10152(a)(1)) is amended by adding lie on the table; as follows: pacts of development on the air quality, in- at the end the following: cluding visibility, of affected Service land On page 253, line 2, strike ‘‘costs:’’ and in- ‘‘(I) Compensation for surrendered semi- and water to ensure compliance with all ap- sert the following: ‘‘costs: Provided further, automatic assault weapons and large capac- plicable air quality requirements; and That not later than 120 days after the date of ity ammunition feeding devices, as those (ii) the impacts of development on water enactment of this Act, the Director of the terms are defined in section 921 of title 18, quality and groundwater resources; Bureau of Indian Affairs shall submit to the United States Code, under buy-back pro- (F) provide a period of not less than 30 days Committee on Appropriations of the Senate grams for semiautomatic assault weapons for public review and comment with respect and the Committee on Appropriations of the and large capacity ammunition feeding de- to environmental analyses and findings of no House of Representatives a report describing vices.’’. significant impact for oil and gas leasing on the facilities investments required to im- SEC. l07. SEVERABILITY. the affected Bureau land; and prove the direct service and tribally oper- If any provision of this title, an amend- (G) post a final notice of the proposed sale ated detention and public safety facilities in ment made by this title, or the application not later than the date that is 90 days before Indian country that are in poor condition, of such provision or amendment to any per- the sale date to ensure a period of not less including associated cost estimates:’’. son or circumstance is held to be unconstitu- than— tional, the remainder of this title, the SA 1026. Mr. BENNET submitted an (i) 30 days for public participation; and amendments made by this title, and the ap- amendment intended to be proposed to (ii) 60 days for review by the Bureau. plication of such provision or amendment to (2) CONSIDERATION OF LEASE SALES.—The any person or circumstance shall not be af- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Director of the Bureau shall consider lease fected thereby. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making sales of affected Bureau land not more fre- appropriations for the Departments of quently than once each calendar year. SA 1023. Ms. SMITH (for herself, Mr. Commerce and Justice, Science, and (3) LIGHT POLLUTION.—In any case in which ROUNDS, Mrs. MURRAY, and Mrs. SHA- Related Agencies for the fiscal year an application for a permit to drill on af- HEEN) submitted an amendment in- ending September 30, 2020, and for fected Bureau land is approved, the State Di- tended to be proposed to amendment other purposes; which was ordered to rector of each State in which the affected Bureau land is located shall ensure that SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the lie on the table; as follows: compliance with applicable Bureau and Na- bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations At the end of title I of division C, insert tional Park Service best management prac- for the Departments of Commerce and the following: tices to reduce light pollution is achieved. Justice, Science, and Related Agencies SEC. 1ll. REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN BU- for the fiscal year ending September 30, REAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT LAND SA 1027. Mr. BENNET submitted an SALES. amendment intended to be proposed to 2020, and for other purposes; which was (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ordered to lie on the table; as follows: (1) AFFECTED BUREAU LAND.—The term ‘‘af- On page 155, line 10, insert after ‘‘one-year fected Bureau land’’ means any land that— SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making period:’’ the following: ‘‘Provided further, (A) is under the jurisdiction of the Bureau; appropriations for the Departments of that upon request by an owner of a project (B) contains any surface or subsurface min- Commerce and Justice, Science, and financed by an existing loan under section eral right; and Related Agencies for the fiscal year

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00077 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.045 S23OCPT1 S6128 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 ending September 30, 2020, and for ‘‘(C) be in accordance with long-term fund- tion 505(j)(7) of the Federal Food, Drug, and other purposes; which was ordered to ing expectations; and Cosmetic Act, even if such listed drug is lie on the table; as follows: ‘‘(D) minimize any adverse environmental deemed licensed under section 351 of the Pub- impacts associated with the construction, re- lic Health Service Act during such review At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- construction, decommissioning, and mainte- and approval process. Effective on the later sion C, insert the following: nance of the minimum road system. of March 23, 2020, or the date of approval SEC. ll. FOREST SERVICE LEGACY ROADS AND ‘‘(c) CONTENTS.—In identifying minimum under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 of TRAILS REMEDIATION PROGRAM. road systems under subsection (b)(1), the the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of Public Law 88–657 (16 U.S.C. 532 et seq.) Secretary shall— any such application, such approved applica- (commonly known as the ‘‘Forest Roads and ‘‘(1) incorporate a science-based roads tion shall be deemed to be a license for the Trails Act’’) is amended by adding at the end analysis at the appropriate scale; biological product under section 351 of the the following: ‘‘(2) incorporate a long-term fiscal analysis Public Health Service Act.’’. ‘‘SEC. 8. FOREST SERVICE LEGACY ROADS AND that includes an assessment of maintenance TRAILS REMEDIATION PROGRAM. costs; SA 1029. Mr. DURBIN (for himself ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days ‘‘(3) identify as unneeded any roads that— and Ms. DUCKWORTH) submitted an after the date of enactment of this section, ‘‘(A) are no longer necessary to meet forest the Secretary, acting through the Chief of amendment intended to be proposed to resource management objectives; and the Forest Service, shall establish, and de- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(B) may be decommissioned or considered velop a national strategy to carry out, a pro- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making for trails; and gram, to be known as the ‘Forest Service appropriations for the Departments of ‘‘(4) consult with— Legacy Roads and Trails Remediation Pro- ‘‘(A) appropriate State, Tribal, and local Commerce and Justice, Science, and gram’, within the National Forest System governmental entities; and Related Agencies for the fiscal year (as defined in section 11(a) of the Forest and ‘‘(B) members of the public. ending September 30, 2020, and for Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning ‘‘(d) UNNEEDED ROADS.— other purposes; which was ordered to Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a)))— ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall de- lie on the table; as follows: ‘‘(1) to carry out critical maintenance and commission any roads identified as unneeded urgent repairs and improvements on Na- On page 289, line 22, strike ‘‘Act.’’ and in- under subsection (c)(3) as soon as practicable tional Forest System roads, trails, and sert ‘‘Act: Provided further, That of the funds after making the identification under that bridges; included under this heading, $3,000,000 shall subsection. ‘‘(2) to restore fish and other aquatic orga- be for ethylene oxide ambient air monitoring ‘‘(2) PRIORITY.—In decommissioning nism passages by removing or replacing un- in communities identified as having an ele- unneeded roads under paragraph (1), the Sec- natural barriers to the passage of fish and vated cancer risk due to emissions of ethyl- retary shall prioritize the decommissioning other aquatic organisms; ene oxide by the most recent National Air of roads that pose the greatest risk— ‘‘(3) to decommission unneeded roads and Toxics Assessment published by the Admin- ‘‘(A) to public safety; or trails; and istrator of the Environmental Protection ‘‘(B) of environmental degradation. ‘‘(4) to carry out activities associated with Agency.’’. ‘‘(e) RECORDS.—The Secretary shall regu- the activities described in paragraphs (1) larly update the Infra database of the Sec- through (3). SA 1030. Mr. DURBIN (for himself retary to record— ‘‘(b) PRIORITY.—In implementing the pro- and Ms. MURKOWSKI) submitted an ‘‘(1) each road identified as unneeded under gram under this section, the Secretary shall amendment intended to be proposed to subsection (c)(3); and give priority to any project that protects or ‘‘(2) each road decommissioned under sub- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. restores— section (d)(1). SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ‘‘(1) water quality; ‘‘(f) REVISION.—The Secretary shall review, appropriations for the Departments of ‘‘(2) a watershed that feeds a public drink- and may revise, an identification made Commerce and Justice, Science, and ing water system; or under subsection (b)(1) for a unit of the Na- ‘‘(3) habitat for threatened, endangered, or Related Agencies for the fiscal year tional Forest System during a revision of the sensitive fish or wildlife species. ending September 30, 2020, and for land and resource management plan applica- ‘‘(c) NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM.—Except as other purposes; which was ordered to authorized under section 323 of the Depart- ble to the unit.’’. lie on the table; as follows: ment of the Interior and Related Agencies SA 1028. Mr. DURBIN (for himself, At the appropriate place in title VII of di- Appropriations Act, 1999 (16 U.S.C. 1011a), vision B, insert the following: each project carried out under this section Mr. CRAMER, and Ms. SMITH) submitted SEC. ll. None of the funds provided by shall be on a National Forest System road or an amendment intended to be proposed this Act may be used by the Secretary of trail. to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Health and Human Services to issue a mar- ‘‘SEC. 9. ROAD SYSTEM ANALYSIS. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making keting order under subsection (c)(1)(A)(i) of ‘‘(a) DEFINITION OF DECOMMISSION.—In this appropriations for the Departments of section 910 of the Federal Food, Drug, and section, the term ‘decommission’ means, Commerce and Justice, Science, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 387j) or a substantial with respect to a road— Related Agencies for the fiscal year equivalence order under subsection (a)(2)(A)(i) of such section 910, for any elec- ‘‘(1) to restore, through active or passive ending September 30, 2020, and for means, natural drainage, watershed func- tronic nicotine delivery system, including tion, or other ecological conditions and proc- other purposes; which was ordered to any liquid, solution, or other component or esses that are disrupted or adversely im- lie on the table; as follows: part or its aerosol, that contains an artifi- pacted by the road; and At the appropriate place in title VII of di- cial or natural flavor (other than tobacco) ‘‘(2) to remove the road from the transpor- vision B, insert the following: that is a characterizing flavor, unless the tation system. SEC. ll. Section 7002(e)(4) of the Biologics Secretary of Health and Human Services ‘‘(b) IDENTIFICATION OF MINIMUM ROAD SYS- Price Competition and Innovation Act of 2009 issues an order finding that the manufac- TEM.— (Public Law 111–148) is amended— turer has demonstrated that use of the char- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 3 years (1) by striking ‘‘An amended’’ and insert- acterizing flavor— after the date of enactment of this section, ing the following: (1) will increase the likelihood of smoking the Secretary shall identify for each unit of ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—An amended’’; and cessation among current users of tobacco the National Forest System (as defined in (2) by adding at the end the following: products; section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Re- ‘‘(B) TREATMENT OF CERTAIN PENDING APPLI- (2) will not increase the likelihood of youth newable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 CATIONS.—With respect to an application for initiation of nicotine or tobacco products; U.S.C. 1609(a))) the minimum road system an insulin biological product submitted and necessary for— under subsection (b)(2) or (j) of section 505 of (3) will not increase the likelihood of harm ‘‘(A) safe and efficient travel within the the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to the person using the characterizing flavor. National Forest System; and (21 U.S.C. 355) with a filing date that is not ‘‘(B) the administration, use, and protec- later than December 31, 2019, until the Sec- SA 1031. Ms. ROSEN submitted an tion of the National Forest System. retary makes a determination on final ap- amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(2) REQUIREMENTS.—Each minimum road proval with respect to such application, the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. system identified under paragraph (1) for a Secretary shall continue to review and ap- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making unit of the National Forest System shall— prove (as appropriate) such application under appropriations for the Departments of ‘‘(A) meet the resource and other manage- such section 505, even if such review and ap- Commerce and Justice, Science, and ment objectives adopted in the land and re- proval process continues after March 23, 2020. source management plan applicable to the For purposes of completing the review and Related Agencies for the fiscal year unit; approval process for such an application, any ending September 30, 2020, and for ‘‘(B) meet all applicable statutory and reg- listed drug referenced in the application other purposes; which was ordered to ulatory requirements; shall be treated as a listed drug under sec- lie on the table; as follows:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00078 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.047 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6129 At the appropriate place in title II of divi- be entered on either PAYGO scorecard main- (1) a description of— sion D, insert the following: tained pursuant to section 4(d) of the Statu- (A) the economic impact of importing or- SEC. 2ll. An additional $2,000,000, to re- tory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (2 U.S.C. chids in growing media on a State-by-State main available until September 30, 2023, shall 933(d)). basis, with data collected from local growers; be available for payment to the Neighbor- (2) SENATE PAYGO SCORECARDS.—The budg- and hood Reinvestment Corporation for use in etary effects of this section and the amend- (B) any incidents of pests detected on or- neighborhood reinvestment activities, as au- ments made by this section shall not be en- chids imported with growing media; and thorized by the Neighborhood Reinvestment tered on any PAYGO scorecard maintained (2) an analysis with respect to the addi- Corporation Act (42 U.S.C. 8101 et seq.), and for purposes of section 4106 of H. Con. Res. 71 tional resources that are necessary to pre- the funds available under this title for the (115th Congress). vent and mitigate the introduction of pests Office of Administration under the heading (3) CLASSIFICATION OF BUDGETARY EF- resulting from importing orchids in growing ‘‘ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICES’’ under FECTS.—Notwithstanding Rule 3 of the Budg- media. the heading ‘‘MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRA- et Scorekeeping Guidelines set forth in the TION’’ shall be decreased by $3,000,000. joint explanatory statement of the com- SA 1038. Mr. DURBIN (for himself mittee of conference accompanying Con- and Mr. INHOFE) submitted an amend- SA 1032. Ms. BALDWIN (for herself ference Report 105–217 and section 250(c)(8) of ment intended to be proposed to and Mr. MORAN) submitted an amend- the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)(8)), the ment intended to be proposed to SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. budgetary effects of this section and the amendments made by this section shall not appropriations for the Departments of SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making be estimated— Commerce and Justice, Science, and appropriations for the Departments of (A) for purposes of section 251 of such Act Related Agencies for the fiscal year Commerce and Justice, Science, and (2 U.S.C. 901); and ending September 30, 2020, and for Related Agencies for the fiscal year (B) for purposes of paragraph (4)(C) of sec- other purposes; which was ordered to ending September 30, 2020, and for tion 3 of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act lie on the table; as follows: other purposes; which was ordered to of 2010 (2 U.S.C. 932) as being included in an On page 52, line 14, strike ‘‘$2,000,000’’ and lie on the table; as follows: appropriation Act. insert ‘‘$4,000,000’’. On page 123, line 14, strike ‘‘$13,500,000’’ and Mr. BOOKER (for himself insert ‘‘$6,500,000’’. SA 1035. SA 1039. Mr. KAINE submitted an On page 131, line 4, strike ‘‘$509,082,000’’ and and Mr. JONES) submitted an amend- amendment intended to be proposed to insert ‘‘$516,082,000’’. ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. On page 131, line 8, insert ‘‘That the amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making amount specified in that table for the Farm SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations for the Departments of and Ranch Stress Assistance Network shall appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and be increased by $7,000,000: Provided further,’’ Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year after ‘‘Provided,’’. Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes; which was ordered to SA 1033. Mr. TILLIS (for himself and other purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: Mr. BURR) submitted an amendment in- lie on the table; as follows: tended to be proposed to amendment At the appropriate place, insert the fol- On page 164, line 21, strike ‘‘$1,500,000’’ and lowing: SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the insert ‘‘$15,000,000’’. SEC. lll. (a) Notwithstanding any other bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations provision of this Act, the amount appro- for the Departments of Commerce and SA 1036. Ms. SMITH submitted an priated under this Act to the Department of Justice, Science, and Related Agencies amendment intended to be proposed to Justice for ‘‘State and Local Law Enforce- for the fiscal year ending September 30, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ment Assistance’’ shall be $1,790,290,000, of 2020, and for other purposes; which was SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making which $12,500,000 shall be for the court-ap- ordered to lie on the table; as follows: appropriations for the Departments of pointed special advocate program, as author- ized by section 217 of the Victims of Child On page 223, between lines 13 and 14, insert Commerce and Justice, Science, and Abuse Act of 1990 (Public Law 101–647). the following: Related Agencies for the fiscal year (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of SEC. 7ll. Notwithstanding subsections (d) ending September 30, 2020, and for this Act, the amount appropriated under this and (e) of section 5 of the Commodity Credit other purposes; which was ordered to Act to the Department of Justice for ‘‘Sala- Corporation Charter Act (15 U.S.C. 714c) or lie on the table; as follows: ries and Expenses, General Legal Activities’’ any other provision of law, tobacco shall be shall be $923,500,000. an eligible agricultural commodity under At the appropriate place in division C, in- sert the following: the Market Facilitation Program conducted SA 1040. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted pursuant to that section. SEC. ll. In addition to other amounts made available under this division to con- an amendment intended to be proposed SA 1034. Mr. BARRASSO (for him- tinue a Special Behavioral Health Pilot Pro- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. self, Mr. CARPER, Mrs. CAPITO, and Mr. gram as authorized by Public Law 116–6, SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making there shall be available to the Director of CARDIN) submitted an amendment in- appropriations for the Departments of the Indian Health Service, $40,000,000 to be tended to be proposed to amendment Commerce and Justice, Science, and used as otherwise provided for under this di- Related Agencies for the fiscal year SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the vision to carry out such Program. bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations ending September 30, 2020, and for for the Departments of Commerce and SA 1037. Ms. HIRONO submitted an other purposes; which was ordered to Justice, Science, and Related Agencies amendment intended to be proposed to lie on the table; as follows: for the fiscal year ending September 30, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. On page 289, line 22, strike the period at the end and insert ‘‘: Provided further, That 2020, and for other purposes; which was SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making of the funds included under this heading, ordered to lie on the table; as follows: appropriations for the Departments of $2,000,000 shall be made available to the Of- At the end, add the following: Commerce and Justice, Science, and fice of Transportation and Air Quality of the DIVISION E—SAVING OUR AMERICAN Related Agencies for the fiscal year Office of Air and Radiation of the Environ- ROADS ending September 30, 2020, and for mental Protection Agency to approve, not SEC. 1lll. REPEAL OF RESCISSION. other purposes; which was ordered to later than 120 days after the date of enact- ment of this Act, not less than 2 pending ap- (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 1438 of the FAST lie on the table; as follows: plications under the electric pathway under Act (Public Law 114–94; 129 Stat. 1432) is re- At the appropriate place in title VII of di- the renewable fuel program under section pealed. vision B, insert the following: 211(o) of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. (2) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of SEC. 7ll. (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 7545(o)).’’ contents in section 1(b) of the FAST Act 180 days after the date of enactment of this (Public Law 114–94; 129 Stat. 1312) is amended Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall sub- SA 1041. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted by striking the item relating to section 1438. mit to Congress a report that describes the (b) BUDGETARY EFFECTS.— economic and environmental impacts of im- an amendment intended to be proposed (1) STATUTORY PAYGO SCORECARDS.—The porting orchids in growing media. to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. budgetary effects of this section and the (b) REQUIREMENTS.—The report under sub- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making amendments made by this section shall not section (a) shall include— appropriations for the Departments of

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00079 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.048 S23OCPT1 S6130 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 Commerce and Justice, Science, and priations that began on or about December has been submitted prior to the vote on pas- Related Agencies for the fiscal year 22, 2018, for adjustments in the price of con- sage. ending September 30, 2020, and for tracts of such agency under section 3. SA 1045. Mr. HEINRICH submitted an other purposes; which was ordered to SEC. 3. BACK COMPENSATION FOR LOW-WAGE EMPLOYEES OF GOVERNMENT CON- amendment intended to be proposed to lie on the table; as follows: TRACTORS IN CONNECTION WITH amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- THE LAPSE IN APPROPRIATIONS. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making sion C, insert the following: (a) IN GENERAL.—Each Federal agency sub- appropriations for the Departments of ELECTRIC PATHWAYS ject to the lapse in appropriations that began on or about December 22, 2018, shall Commerce and Justice, Science, and SEC. 4ll. Not later than 30 days after the adjust the price of any contract of such Related Agencies for the fiscal year date of enactment of this Act, the Adminis- agency for which the contractor was ordered ending September 30, 2020, and for trator of the Environmental Protection to suspend, delay, or interrupt all or part of other purposes; which was ordered to Agency shall submit to the Committees on the work of such contract, or stop all or any Appropriations of the Senate and House of lie on the table; as follows: part of the work called for in such contract, Representatives a detailed work plan that On page 169, line 10, insert ‘‘: Provided, as a result of the lapse in appropriations to describes how the Environmental Protection That 10 percent of the amount made avail- compensate the contractor for reasonable Agency will comply with the requirement able by this paragraph shall be used for trib- costs incurred— with respect to applications for the electric al outreach and technical assistance grants’’ (1) to provide compensation, at an employ- pathway in the report accompanying this before the period at the end. ee’s standard rate of compensation, to any Act. employee who was furloughed or laid off, or SA 1046. Mr. HEINRICH submitted an SA 1042. Ms. DUCKWORTH submitted who was not working, who experienced a re- amendment intended to be proposed to duction of hours, or who experienced a reduc- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. an amendment intended to be proposed tion in compensation, as a result of the lapse to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making in appropriations (for the period of the appropriations for the Departments of SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making lapse); or Commerce and Justice, Science, and appropriations for the Departments of (2) to restore paid leave taken by any em- Commerce and Justice, Science, and ployee during the lapse in appropriations, if Related Agencies for the fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year the contractor required employees to use ending September 30, 2020, and for ending September 30, 2020, and for paid leave as a result of the lapse in appro- other purposes; which was ordered to other purposes; which was ordered to priations. lie on the table; as follows: (b) LIMITATION ON AMOUNT OF WEEKLY COM- lie on the table; as follows: At the appropriate place in title II of divi- PENSATION COVERED BY ADJUSTMENT.—The sion D, insert the following: On page 7, line 22, strike ‘‘$279,500,000’’ and maximum amount of weekly compensation SEC. 2ll. (a) An additional $3,000,000 shall insert ‘‘$291,500,000’’. of an employee for which an adjustment may be available for rental assistance and associ- On page 7, line 24, insert ‘‘, and of which be made under subsection (a) may not exceed ated administrative fees for Tribal HUD- $17,000,000 shall be for assistance to nuclear the lesser of— VASH under the heading ‘‘TENANT-BASED power plant closure communities’’ after (1) the employee’s actual weekly com- RENTAL ASSISTANCE’’ under the heading ‘‘27’’. pensation; or ‘‘PUBLIC AND INDIAN HOUSING’’ under this (2) $965. title, provided that $1,000,000 shall be used SA 1043. Mr. BROWN (for himself and (c) TIMING OF ADJUSTMENTS.—The adjust- for tribal outreach and technical assistance, Mr. JONES) submitted an amendment ments required by subsection (a) shall be and the funds available under this title for intended to be proposed to amendment made as soon as practicable after the enact- necessary salaries and expenses for Adminis- SA 948 proposed by Mr. SHELBY to the ment of this Act. trative Support Offices under the heading bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations (d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ‘‘ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICES’’ under for the Departments of Commerce and (1) The term ‘‘compensation’’ has the the heading ‘‘MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRA- meaning given that term in section 6701 of TION’’ under this title shall be decreased by Justice, Science, and Related Agencies title 41, United States Code. $3,000,000. for the fiscal year ending September 30, (2) The term ‘‘employee’’ means the fol- 2020, and for other purposes; which was lowing: SA 1047. Mr. TOOMEY (for himself ordered to lie on the table; as follows: (A) A ‘‘service employee’’ as that term is and Mr. COONS) submitted an amend- On page 121, line 2, strike ‘‘$22,301,000’’ and defined in section 6701(3) of title 41, United ment intended to be proposed to insert ‘‘$17,301,000’’. States Code, except that the term also in- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. On page 223, between lines 13 and 14, insert cludes service employees described in sub- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making the following: paragraph (C) of that section notwith- appropriations for the Departments of SEC. 7ll. There is appropriated $5,000,000 standing that subparagraph. Commerce and Justice, Science, and to carry out section 1673(d) of the Food, Ag- (B) A ‘‘laborer or mechanic’’ covered by riculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of section 3142 of title 40, United States Code. Related Agencies for the fiscal year 1990 (7 U.S.C. 5926(d)). SEC. 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. ending September 30, 2020, and for This division shall take effect upon the other purposes; which was ordered to SA 1044. Ms. SMITH (for herself, Mr. date of enactment of this Act. lie on the table; as follows: BROWN, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. KAINE, SEC. 5. BUDGETARY EFFECTS. At the appropriate place in title II of divi- Mr. WARNER, and Mr. CARDIN) sub- (a) CLASSIFICATION OF BUDGETARY EF- sion A, insert the following: mitted an amendment intended to be FECTS.—Notwithstanding Rule 3 of the Budg- SEC. ll. NICS DENIAL NOTIFICATION ACT. proposed by her to the bill H.R. 3055, et Scorekeeping Guidelines set forth in the (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be making appropriations for the Depart- joint explanatory statement of the com- cited as the ‘‘NICS Denial Notification Act of 2019’’. ments of Commerce and Justice, mittee of conference accompanying Con- ference Report 105–217 and section 250(c)(8) of (b) REPORTING OF BACKGROUND CHECK DENI- Science, and Related Agencies for the the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit ALS.— fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, Control Act of 1985, the budgetary effects of (1) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 44 of title 18, and for other purposes; which was or- this division shall not be estimated— United States Code, is amended by inserting dered to lie on the table; as follows: (1) for purposes of section 251 of such Act; after section 925A the following: At the end, add the following: and ‘‘§ 925B. Reporting of background check deni- (2) for purposes of paragraph (4)(C) of sec- als to State authorities DIVISION E—FAIR COMPENSATION FOR tion 3 of the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—If the national instant LOW-WAGE CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES of 2010 as being included in an appropriation criminal background check system estab- ACT OF 2019 Act. lished under section 103 of the Brady Hand- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. (b) DETERMINATION OF BUDGETARY EF- gun Violence Prevention Act (34 U.S.C. 40901) This division may be cited as the ‘‘Fair FECTS.—The budgetary effects of this divi- (commonly referred to as ‘NICS’) provides a Compensation for Low-Wage Contractor Em- sion, for the purpose of complying with the notice pursuant to section 922(t) of this title ployees Act of 2019’’. Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall that the receipt of a firearm by a person SEC. 2. APPROPRIATION. be determined by reference to the latest would violate subsection (g) or (n) of section There is hereby appropriated, out of any statement titled ‘‘Budgetary Effects of 922 of this title or State law, the Attorney money in the Treasury not otherwise appro- PAYGO Legislation’’ for this division, sub- General shall, in accordance with subsection priated, such sums as may be necessary, to mitted for printing in the Congressional (b) of this section— remain available until expended, for each Record by the Chairman of the House Budget ‘‘(1) report to the law enforcement authori- Federal agency subject to the lapse in appro- Committee, provided that such statement ties of the State where the person sought to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00080 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.051 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6131 acquire the firearm and, if different, the law ‘‘(G) the number of convictions obtained by position of organizer, a supervisory position, enforcement authorities of the State of resi- Federal authorities in connection with a de- or any other position of management, such dence of the person— nial. person may be sentenced to an additional ‘‘(A) that the notice was provided; ‘‘(2) The number of background check no- term of imprisonment of not more than 5 ‘‘(B) the specific provision of law that tices reported to State authorities pursuant consecutive years. would have been violated; to section 925B (including the number of the ‘‘(c) DEFINITIONS.—In this section— ‘‘(C) the date and time the notice was pro- notices that would have been so reported but ‘‘(1) the term ‘actual buyer’ means the in- vided; for section 925B(c)).’’. dividual for whom a firearm is being pur- ‘‘(D) the location where the firearm was (2) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of chased, received, or acquired; and sought to be acquired; and sections for such chapter, as amended by ‘‘(2) the term ‘term of imprisonment ex- ‘‘(E) the identity of the person; and subsection, is amended by inserting after the ceeding 1 year’ does not include any offense ‘‘(2) where practicable, report the incident item relating to section 925B the following: classified by the applicable jurisdiction as a to local law enforcement authorities and ‘‘925C. Annual report to Congress.’’. misdemeanor and punishable by a term of State and local prosecutors in the jurisdic- imprisonment of 2 years or less.’’. tion where the firearm was sought and in the SA 1048. Mrs. GILLIBRAND sub- (2) TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMEND- jurisdiction where the person resides. MENT.—The table of sections for chapter 44 of mitted an amendment intended to be ‘‘(b) REQUIREMENTS FOR REPORT.—A report title 18, United States Code, is amended by is made in accordance with this subsection if proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- adding at the end the following: the report is made within 24 hours after the posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. ‘‘932. Trafficking in firearms.’’. provision of the notice described in sub- 3055, making appropriations for the De- (3) DIRECTIVE TO THE SENTENCING COMMIS- section (a), except that the making of the re- partments of Commerce and Justice, SION.— port may be delayed for so long as is nec- Science, and Related Agencies for the (A) IN GENERAL.—Pursuant to its authority essary to avoid compromising an ongoing in- fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, under section 994(p) of title 28, United States vestigation. and for other purposes; which was or- Code, the United States Sentencing Commis- ‘‘(c) AMENDMENT OF REPORT.—If a report is sion shall review and, if appropriate, amend made in accordance with this subsection and, dered to lie on the table; as follows: the Federal sentencing guidelines and policy after such report is made, the Federal Bu- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- statements applicable to persons convicted reau of Investigation or the Bureau of Alco- lowing: of offenses under section 932 of title 18, hol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives de- SEC. ll. HADIYA PENDLETON AND NYASIA United States Code (as added by paragraph termines that the receipt of a firearm by a PRYEAR-YARD GUN TRAFFICKING (1)). person for whom the report was made would AND CRIME PREVENTION ACT OF (B) REQUIREMENTS.—In carrying out this not violate subsection (g) or (n) of section 922 2019. subsection, the Commission shall— of this title or State law, the Attorney Gen- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be (i) review the penalty structure that the eral shall, in accordance with subsection (b), cited as the ‘‘Hadiya Pendleton and Nyasia guidelines currently provide based on the notify any law enforcement authority and Pryear-Yard Gun Trafficking and Crime Pre- number of firearms involved in the offense any prosecutor to whom the report was made vention Act of 2019’’. and determine whether any changes to that of that determination. (b) FIREARMS TRAFFICKING.— N GENERAL penalty structure are appropriate in order to ‘‘(d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in (1) I .—Chapter 44 of title 18, reflect the intent of Congress that such pen- subsection (a) shall be construed to require a United States Code, is amended by adding at alties reflect the gravity of the offense; and report with respect to a person to be made to the end the following: (ii) review and amend, if appropriate, the the same State authorities that originally ‘‘§ 932. Trafficking in firearms guidelines and policy statements to reflect issued the notice with respect to the per- ‘‘(a) OFFENSES.—It shall be unlawful for the intent of Congress that guideline pen- son.’’. any person, regardless of whether anything alties for violations of section 932 of title 18, (2) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of of value is exchanged— United States Code, and similar offenses be sections for such chapter is amended by in- ‘‘(1) to ship, transport, transfer, or other- increased substantially when committed by serting after the item relating to section wise dispose to a person, 2 or more firearms a person who is a member of a gang, cartel, 925A the following: in or affecting interstate or foreign com- organized crime ring, or other such enter- ‘‘925B. Reporting of background check deni- merce, if the transferor knows or has reason- prise or in concert with another person who als to State authorities.’’. able cause to believe that such shipping, is a member of a gang, cartel, organized transportation, transfer, or disposition of (c) ANNUAL REPORT TO CONGRESS.— crime ring, or other such enterprise. the firearm would be in violation of, or (1) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, as amended by sub- would result in a violation of any Federal, SA 1049. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted State, or local law punishable by a term of section (b), is amended by inserting after an amendment intended to be proposed section 925B the following: imprisonment exceeding 1 year; ‘‘(2) to receive from a person, 2 or more to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ‘‘§ 925C. Annual report to Congress firearms in or affecting interstate or foreign SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ‘‘Not later than 1 year after the date of en- commerce, if the recipient knows or has rea- appropriations for the Departments of actment of this section, and annually there- sonable cause to believe that such receipt Commerce and Justice, Science, and after, the Attorney General shall submit to would be in violation of, or would result in a Related Agencies for the fiscal year Congress a report detailing the following, violation of any Federal, State, or local law ending September 30, 2020, and for broken down by Federal judicial district: punishable by a term of imprisonment ex- other purposes; which was ordered to ‘‘(1) With respect to each category of per- ceeding 1 year; sons prohibited by subsection (g) or (n) of ‘‘(3) to make a statement to a licensed im- lie on the table; as follows: section 922 of this title or State law from re- porter, licensed manufacturer, or licensed At the appropriate place in title V of divi- ceiving or possessing a firearm who are so dealer relating to the purchase, receipt, or sion A, insert the following: denied a firearm— acquisition from a licensed importer, li- SEC. ll. OFFICE FOR THE PREVENTION OF ‘‘(A) the number of denials; censed manufacturer, or licensed dealer of 2 FRAUD TARGETING SENIORS. ‘‘(B) the number of denials referred to the or more firearms that have moved in or af- (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF ADVISORY OFFICE.— Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and fected interstate or foreign commerce that— The Federal Trade Commission (referred to Explosives; ‘‘(A) is material to— in this section as the ‘‘Commission’’) shall ‘‘(C) the number of denials for which the ‘‘(i) the identity of the actual buyer of the establish an advisory office within the Bu- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and firearms; or reau of Consumer Protection for the purpose Explosives determines that the person denied ‘‘(ii) the intended trafficking of the fire- of advising the Commission on the preven- was not prohibited by subsection (g) or (n) of arms; and tion of fraud targeting seniors and to assist section 922 of this title or State law from re- ‘‘(B) the person knows or has reasonable the Commission with the following: ceiving or possessing a firearm; cause to believe is false; or (1) OVERSIGHT.—The advisory office shall ‘‘(D) the number of denials overturned ‘‘(4) to direct, promote, or facilitate con- monitor the market for mail, television, through the national instant criminal back- duct specified in paragraph (1), (2), or (3). internet, telemarketing, and recorded mes- ground check system appeals process and the ‘‘(b) PENALTIES.— sage telephone call (referred to in this sec- reasons for overturning the denials; ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Any person who violates, tion as ‘‘robocall’’) fraud targeting seniors ‘‘(E) the number of denials with respect to or conspires to violate, subsection (a) shall and shall coordinate with other relevant which an investigation was opened by a field be fined under this title, imprisoned for not agencies regarding the requirements of this division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, more than 20 years, or both. section. Firearms, and Explosives; ‘‘(2) ORGANIZER ENHANCEMENT.—If a viola- (2) CONSUMER EDUCATION.—The Commission ‘‘(F) the number of persons charged with a tion of subsection (a) is committed by a per- through the advisory office shall, in con- Federal criminal offense in connection with son in concert with 5 or more other persons sultation with the Attorney General, the a denial; and with respect to whom such person occupies a Secretary of Health and Human Services, the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00081 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.052 S23OCPT1 S6132 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 23, 2019 Postmaster General, the Chief Postal Inspec- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. that were available on the website on Janu- tor for the United States Postal Inspection SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making ary 30, 2017; Service, and other relevant agencies— appropriations for the Departments of (2) for all content generated on or after (A) disseminate to seniors and families and Commerce and Justice, Science, and January 30, 2017, not later than 60 days after caregivers of seniors general information on receiving or generating such content, make mail, television, internet, telemarketing, Related Agencies for the fiscal year publicly available through a searchable data- and robocall fraud targeting seniors, includ- ending September 30, 2020, and for base, in their entirety and without redaction ing descriptions of the most common fraud other purposes; which was ordered to (except for signatures)— schemes; lie on the table; as follows: (A) all inspection records maintained pur- (B) disseminate to seniors and families and At the appropriate place in title VII of di- suant to the Animal Welfare Act (7 U.S.C. caregivers of seniors information on report- vision B, insert the following: 2131 et seq.), including— ing complaints of fraud targeting seniors ei- SEC. 7ll. Funds appropriated to the For- (i) all animal inventories; and ther to the national toll-free telephone num- est Service shall not be made available for (ii) all inspection reports by officials of the ber established by the Commission for re- the destruction of healthy, unadopted, wild Department of Agriculture— porting such complaints, or to the Consumer horses and burros in the care of the Forest (I) dated after the settlement of any ap- Sentinel Network, operated by the Commis- Service or contractors of the Forest Service, peal; and sion, where such complaints will become im- or for the sale of wild horses and burros that (II) that document noncompliance with mediately available to appropriate law en- results in the destruction of the sold wild that Act; forcement agencies, including the Federal horses or burros for processing into commer- (B) all enforcement records created pursu- Bureau of Investigation and the attorneys cial products. ant to the Animal Welfare Act (7 U.S.C. 2131 general of the States; et seq.) or the Horse Protection Act (15 (C) in response to a specific request about SA 1052. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted U.S.C. 1821 et seq.), including warning let- a particular entity or individual, provide an amendment intended to be proposed ters, stipulations, settlement agreements, publically available information of enforce- to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. administrative complaints, and court orders; ment action taken by the Commission for and mail, television, internet, telemarketing, SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making (C) all research facility annual reports (in- and robocall fraud against such entity; and appropriations for the Departments of cluding attachments) required to be sub- (D) maintain a website to serve as a re- Commerce and Justice, Science, and mitted under the Animal Welfare Act (7 source for information for seniors and fami- Related Agencies for the fiscal year U.S.C. 2131 et seq.); and lies and caregivers of seniors regarding mail, ending September 30, 2020, and for (3) ensure that each instance of noncompli- television, internet, telemarketing, robocall, other purposes; which was ordered to ance, as observed by a Department of Agri- and other identified fraud targeting seniors. lie on the table; as follows: culture inspector— (3) COMPLAINTS.—The Commission through (A) with the Animal Welfare Act (7 U.S.C. On page 230, line 10, strike ‘‘products.’’ and the advisory office shall, in consultation 2131 et seq.) is documented on an inspection insert ‘‘products, except that appropriations with the Attorney General, establish proce- report; and shall be made available for humane fertility dures to— (B) with the Horse Protection Act (15 control of wild horses and burros in the care (A) log and acknowledge the receipt of U.S.C. 1821 et seq.) is documented on an in- of the Bureau or its contractors.’’. complaints by individuals who believe they spection form. have been a victim of mail, television, inter- Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted net, telemarketing, and robocall fraud in the SA 1053. SA 1055. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted Consumer Sentinel Network, and shall make an amendment intended to be proposed an amendment intended to be proposed those complaints immediately available to to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Federal, State, and local law enforcement SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making authorities; and appropriations for the Departments of appropriations for the Departments of (B) provide to individuals described in sub- Commerce and Justice, Science, and paragraph (A), and to any other persons, spe- Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year Related Agencies for the fiscal year cific and general information on mail, tele- ending September 30, 2020, and for vision, internet, telemarketing, and robocall ending September 30, 2020, and for fraud, including descriptions of the most other purposes; which was ordered to other purposes; which was ordered to common schemes using such methods of lie on the table; as follows: lie on the table; as follows: communication. At the appropriate place in title VI of divi- At the appropriate place in title V of divi- (b) COMMENCEMENT.—The Commission shall sion B, insert the following: sion A, insert the following: commence carrying out the requirements of SEC. 6ll. None of the funds made avail- SEC. ll. None of the funds made available this section not later than one year after the able under this Act shall be used to support by this Act may be used to remove the prohi- date of the enactment of this Act. the use of phthalates, including dibutyl bition on pelagic longline fishing gear under phthalate, di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate, diethyl Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted the Fishery Management Plan for U.S. West SA 1050. phthalate, and benzyl butyl phthalate, in Coast Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species an amendment intended to be proposed baby diapers, adult diapers, menstrual prod- issued by the Pacific Fishery Management to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ucts, and obstetrical and gynecological de- Council. SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making vices described in section 884.5400, 884.5425, appropriations for the Departments of 884.5435, 884.5460, 884.5470, or 884.5900 of title SA 1056. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted Commerce and Justice, Science, and 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or any suc- an amendment intended to be proposed cessor regulation). Related Agencies for the fiscal year to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ending September 30, 2020, and for SA 1054. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making other purposes; which was ordered to an amendment intended to be proposed appropriations for the Departments of lie on the table; as follows: to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. Commerce and Justice, Science, and At the appropriate place in title IV of divi- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making Related Agencies for the fiscal year sion C, insert the following: appropriations for the Departments of ending September 30, 2020, and for NONPOINT SOURCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS Commerce and Justice, Science, and other purposes; which was ordered to SEC. 4ll. Section 319 of the Federal Water Related Agencies for the fiscal year lie on the table; as follows: Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1329) is ending September 30, 2020, and for On page 263, line 9, strike ‘‘$136,244,000’’ and amended by striking subsection (j) and in- other purposes; which was ordered to insert ‘‘$125,755,000’’. serting the following: On page 294, line 5, strike ‘‘$4,247,028,000’’ ‘‘(j) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— lie on the table; as follows: and insert ‘‘$4,257,517,000’’. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—There is authorized to be At the appropriate place in title VII of di- On page 299, line 19, strike ‘‘$19,511,000’’ and appropriated to carry out subsections (h) and vision B, insert the following: insert ‘‘$30,000,000’’. (i) $200,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2020 SEC. lll. Notwithstanding any other through 2024, of which not more than provision of law, the Administrator of the SA 1057. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted $7,500,000 for each fiscal year may be used to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service an amendment intended to be proposed carry out subsection (i). shall— to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(2) AVAILABILITY.—Amounts made avail- (1) not later than 60 days after the date of SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making able under paragraph (1) shall remain avail- enactment of this Act, restore on the website able until expended.’’. of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection appropriations for the Departments of Service the searchable Animal Care Informa- Commerce and Justice, Science, and SA 1051. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted tion System and Enforcement Action data- Related Agencies for the fiscal year an amendment intended to be proposed bases, and the contents of those databases, ending September 30, 2020, and for

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:19 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00082 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC6.052 S23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6133 other purposes; which was ordered to House of Representatives a report that de- fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, lie on the table; as follows: scribes the efforts of the United States Holo- and for other purposes; which was or- caust Memorial Museum to support memory At the appropriate place in title VII of di- dered to lie on the table; as follows: and education programs relating to the Holo- vision B, insert the following: caust.’’. On page 422, line 13, insert ‘‘Provided fur- SEC. ll. Not later than 180 days after the ther, That $80,000 of the amount provided date of enactment of this Act, the Commis- Ms. CORTEZ MASTO sub- under this heading shall be available to per- sioner of Food and Drugs shall submit a re- SA 1061. mitted an amendment intended to be form a cost benefit analysis for adding addi- port to the Committee on Appropriations of tional stops along the California Zephyr the Senate and the Committee on Appropria- proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- Line:’’ after ‘‘regulation:’’. tions of the House of Representatives on the posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. feasibility of banning all electronic cigarette 3055, making appropriations for the De- SA 1065. Mr. INHOFE (for himself devices and components. The report shall partments of Commerce and Justice, and Mr. BROWN) submitted an amend- consider how such products affect public Science, and Related Agencies for the ment intended to be proposed to health, particularly with respect to minors, fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. pregnant women, never-smokers, and former and for other purposes; which was or- smoker populations, and shall include de- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making tailed reasoning behind the conclusion. dered to lie on the table; as follows: appropriations for the Departments of At the appropriate place, insert the fol- Commerce and Justice, Science, and SA 1058. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted lowing: Related Agencies for the fiscal year an amendment intended to be proposed SEC. lll. Not later than 90 days after the ending September 30, 2020, and for to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall submit to the Com- other purposes; which was ordered to SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making mittees on Appropriations, Commerce, lie on the table; as follows: appropriations for the Departments of Science, and Transportation, and Environ- On page 52, line 14, after ‘‘disabilities,’’ in- Commerce and Justice, Science, and ment and Public Works of the Senate and sert the following: ‘‘$2,500,000 is for law en- Related Agencies for the fiscal year the Committees on Appropriations and forcement training grant programs to edu- ending September 30, 2020, and for Transportation and Infrastructure of the cate, train and prepare officers so that they other purposes; which was ordered to House of Representatives a report on efforts are equipped to appropriately interact with mentally ill individuals,’’. lie on the table; as follows: by the Department of Transportation to en- gage with local communities, metropolitan At the appropriate place in title VII of di- planning organizations, and regional trans- SA 1066. Mr. DURBIN (for himself vision B, insert the following: portation commissions on advancing data and Mr. BROWN) submitted an amend- SEC. ll. Not later than 180 days after the and intelligent transportation systems tech- ment intended to be proposed by him date of enactment of this Act, the Commis- nologies and other smart cities solutions. sioner of Food and Drugs shall issue final to the bill H.R. 3055, making appropria- tions for the Departments of Commerce regulations establishing tobacco product SA 1062. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO sub- standards. Such standards shall include low- and Justice, Science, and Related ering nicotine levels in cigarettes to a non- mitted an amendment intended to be Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- addictive level, addressing levels of toxicants proposed by her to the bill H.R. 3055, tember 30, 2020, and for other purposes; and impurities in e-liquids, regulations on making appropriations for the Depart- which was ordered to lie on the table; flavors including menthol for combustible ments of Commerce and Justice, as follows: cigarettes and electronic cigarettes, and ad- Science, and Related Agencies for the At the appropriate place, insert the fol- dressing safety hazards including battery ex- fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, lowing: plosions in electronic cigarettes and chil- and for other purposes; which was or- dren’s exposure to nicotine. SEC. ll. SENSE OF THE SENATE REGARDING dered to lie on the table; as follows: OPIOID LITIGATION SETTLEMENTS. SA 1059. Mrs. FEINSTEIN submitted At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (a) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the fol- an amendment intended to be proposed lowing: lowing: SEC. lll. None of the funds made avail- (1) Thousands of lawsuits have been to amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. able by this Act shall be used to terminate brought by governmental entities in every SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making the Intelligent Transportation System Pro- State against manufacturers and suppliers of appropriations for the Departments of gram Advisory Committee established under opioids seeking compensation for costs and Commerce and Justice, Science, and section 5305(h) of SAFETEA–LU (23 U.S.C. damages that governments have incurred Related Agencies for the fiscal year 512 note; Public Law 109–59). due to the defendants’ alleged role in the ending September 30, 2020, and for current public health crisis of opioid addic- other purposes; which was ordered to SA 1063. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO (for tion and abuse. lie on the table; as follows: herself and Mr. PORTMAN) submitted an (2) Opioid litigation settlements have re- amendment intended to be proposed to sulted in payments of hundreds of millions of At the appropriate place in title VII of di- amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. dollars, to date, from opioid manufacturers vision B, insert the following: and suppliers to governmental entities, with SEC. ll. Not later than 1 year after the SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making appropriations for the Departments of the potential for additional settlements pro- date of enactment of this Act, the Commis- viding more funds to government entities. sioner of Food and Drugs shall issue regula- Commerce and Justice, Science, and (3) Only 8 percent of tobacco litigation set- tions deeming the use of any ortho-phthalate Related Agencies for the fiscal year tlement funds paid to government entities as chemical as a food contact substance to be a ending September 30, 2020, and for part of the 1998 Master Settlement Agree- use of an unsafe food additive within the other purposes; which was ordered to ment have been devoted toward addressing meaning of section 402(a)(2)(C) of the Federal lie on the table; as follows: the public health harms of tobacco addiction Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. and death and preventing further harm. 342(a)(2)(C)). At the appropriate place in title VII of di- vision B, insert the following: (b) SENSE OF THE SENATE.—It is the sense SEC. 7ll. There is appropriated $499,000 to of the Senate that, to the greatest extent SA 1060. Mr. CARDIN submitted an practicable, any potential funds paid by amendment intended to be proposed to support the addition of 4 full-time equivalent employees and administrative costs associ- opioid industry defendants to government amendment SA 948 proposed by Mr. ated with the development by the Council on entities pursuant to opioid litigation settle- SHELBY to the bill H.R. 3055, making Rural Community Innovation and Economic ments should be prioritized for activities and appropriations for the Departments of Development established under section 6306 services that respond to the public health Commerce and Justice, Science, and of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 crisis of opioid addiction and abuse and that Related Agencies for the fiscal year (7 U.S.C. 2204b–3) of reports and resource help prevent further drug addiction-related ending September 30, 2020, and for guides and for the establishment of a Federal harms. other purposes; which was ordered to support team for rural jobs accelerators. f lie on the table; as follows: SA 1064. Ms. CORTEZ MASTO sub- AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO On page 346, line 14, strike the period and mitted an amendment intended to be MEET insert ‘‘: Provided, That, not later than 120 proposed to amendment SA 948 pro- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the United States Holocaust posed by Mr. SHELBY to the bill H.R. have 4 requests for committees to meet Memorial Museum shall submit to the Com- 3055, making appropriations for the De- during today’s session of the Senate. mittee on Appropriations of the Senate and partments of Commerce and Justice, They have the approval of the Majority the Committee on Appropriations of the Science, and Related Agencies for the and Minority leaders.

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ROBERT BEATO 2019 MICHIGAN HONORING THE 74TH BIRTHDAY Sergeant Douglas Chapman proudly served PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR AND 40 YEARS OF SERVICE OF in the United States Marine Corps from 1964 JUDGE WAYNE C. SHELTON to 1969. During a tour of duty in Vietnam, Ser- HON. ANDY LEVIN geant Chapman was stationed in Da Nang where he provided service to four different OF MICHIGAN HON. MARK E. GREEN OF TENNESSEE types of aircraft in his capacity as an Aviation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Photographic Electronics Technician. He also IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, October 23, 2019 provided training on specialized reconnais- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 sance equipment repair to the Air Force, and Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Madam Speaker, I Mr. GREEN of Tennessee. Madam Speak- was deployed to Yuma, Arizona; Key West, rise today to recognize Mr. Robert Beato, Prin- er, I rise today to recognize and honor Judge Florida; and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. For his cipal of South Lake High School in St. Clair Wayne C. Shelton of Clarksville, Tennessee outstanding and dedicated service, Sergeant Shores, who was named the 2019 Michigan on the occasion of his 74th birthday and 40 Chapman was awarded the Vietnam Service Principal of the Year by the Michigan Associa- years of service as a judge. Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Cam- tion of Secondary School Principals (MASSP). Judge Shelton was appointed as the judge paign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Mr. Beato has spent his entire career at for Montgomery County’s General Sessions Presidential Unit Citation, Combat Action Rib- South Lake High School, beginning in 1999 and Juvenile Court Div. II by Governor Lamar bon, and the Rifle Marksmanship Badge. when he started teaching history, world his- Alexander on July 1, 1979. At present, he is Following his time in uniform, Mr. Chapman tory, and government. Currently in his third the longest-serving judge in the State of Ten- received degrees from Saddleback College, year as Principal, Mr. Beato served as Dean nessee. For the past 40 years, Judge Shelton California State University-Fullerton, and his of Students and as Assistant Principal at has served with distinction and devotion. Teaching Credential from National University South Lake. Fittingly, the Tennessee Juvenile Judges in Quantico. Having been recognized as a The MASSP requires nominees for Principal Association recently presented Judge Shelton State of Texas Educator of the Year by of the Year to demonstrate collaborative lead- with a lifetime achievement award to honor Project Learning Tree, and as the Math and ership; involvement in curriculum, instruction, Judge Shelton’s decades of faithful service to Science Teacher of the Year by the Air Force and assessment; and personal involvement the people of Tennessee as a judge. Association’s State of Texas Chapter, Mr. with students, their families, and staff. After As the father of a son with Down’s Syn- Chapman has focused on meeting the indi- being selected as Principal of the Year, Mr. drome, Judge Shelton is a strong advocate for vidual needs of the students he serves. He Beato summed up his philosophy to the St. those with special needs. His family is estab- further exhibited selfless volunteerism in his Clair Shores Sentinel, saying ‘‘I pretty much lishing a scholarship in his honor at Austin work with Lions International where he was want to do everything I can for my staff. Peay State University for students who intend recognized for his service as a recipient of Therefore, they can do everything they can for to work with people like his son, William Isaac their highest honor, the Melvin Jones Fellow- the students . . . at the end of the day, if it Shelton, to help them lead successful and ful- ship and Jack Weich Fellowship. His work with works for kids, let’s try it; let’s do it.’’ Students filling lives. Lions continued in his active roles with both at South Lake High School certainly believe Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues the Plano Early Lions Club and the McKinney that he lives up to his words, as several of in the United States House of Representatives Morning Pride Lions where he assisted in ef- them told the Sentinel that he inspires them to join me in commending Judge Shelton for his forts to provide services for the vision impaired learn, to achieve their goals, and to make their faithful service to the law and his contributions and those with diabetes. As a member of the voices heard about issues important to them. towards improving the lives of those in need. Collin County Marine Corps League, he volun- His South Lake colleagues also agree, includ- f teered his time in programs including Toys for ing Assistant Principal Rebecca Scholl-Riedel, Tots and the Marine Corps Ball. Mr. Chapman who nominated Beato and who said, ‘‘He’s my RECOGNIZING SERGEANT DOUG- also serves as a Court Appointed Special Ad- sixth principal that I’ve worked for, and it’s LAS CHAPMAN, RECIPIENT OF vocate where he actively works to support what he was meant to do.’’ TEXAS’ THIRD CONGRESSIONAL children who have been removed from their As Vice Chair of the Education and Labor DISTRICT 2019 CONGRESSIONAL home environment due to neglect or abuse. Committee, I strongly believe that students VETERAN COMMENDATION Sergeant Douglas Chapman is a wonderful can achieve their goals with the support of example of a servant leader who has used his people like Mr. Beato in leadership positions: HON. VAN TAYLOR experiences to better the community around leaders who focus on the academic and per- OF TEXAS him. sonal well-being of their students, leaders who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today a grateful Nation thanks Sergeant promote collaboration among the education Chapman for his exceptional service and con- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 professionals in their schools, and leaders gratulates him on this recognition. May his who inspire excellence and celebrate the Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is steadfast example of leadership inspire others achievements of everyone in their schools— my privilege to honor twelve distinguished mili- to live a life of service to a cause greater than even in unconventional ways. Mr. Beato has tary veterans from Texas’ Third Congressional themselves. It is my extreme honor to award been known to tell high school juniors that if District who answered the call to serve their him the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- their class earns a higher SAT score than the Nation honorably, both in uniform and fol- mendation for the Third District of Texas. previous year’s juniors, he will shave his head lowing their return to civilian life. The recipi- f or spend the night on the roof of the high ents of the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- school, and he honors those commitments, mendation exemplify the time-honored quali- IN RECOGNITION OF ACCESS’S noting to the Sentinel, ‘‘I’ve done it before.’’ ties of patriotism, service before self, and bold 12TH ANNUAL DOMESTIC VIO- Madam Speaker, this Friday, October 25, leadership. Following their time in service, LENCE PROGRAM DINNER 2019, the South Lake High School community their efforts in our community have earned will come together at an assembly to show these fine individuals recognition as the recipi- HON. DEBBIE DINGELL their pride that Robert Beato was named this ents of this prestigious commendation. Their OF MICHIGAN year’s Michigan Principal of the Year. I en- stories of sacrifice will encourage future gen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES courage my colleagues to join me in congratu- erations to pursue a life dedicated to the very lating him for this richly deserved recognition, values we cherish as Americans: faith, free- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 and in wishing him, his students, and his col- dom, and democracy. One such hero is Ser- Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise leagues continued success. geant Douglas Chapman of McKinney, Texas. today to recognize the 12th Annual Domestic

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23OC8.001 E23OCPT1 E1330 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 23, 2019 Violence Program Dinner hosted by the Arab each member a chance to vote for or against nue of leadership in law enforcement, serving Community Center for Economic and Social them. in both the Van Alstyne and McKinney Police Services. The organization’s commitment to We didn’t include any partisan, poison Departments prior to working as a Collin supporting our Arab American community is pills—we gave both sides an opportunity to County Deputy Sheriff. Mr. Deffibaugh would worthy of commendation. legislate on an issue that doesn’t see party later begin a career as an investigator with the The Arab Community Center for Economic lines and we got something done. Collin County District Attorney’s office where and Social Services (ACCESS) is the largest Now, we’re seeing progress—the majority, he would remain until his retirement in 2011. Arab American community nonprofit organiza- 1.27 million Americans, are now receiving Due to his deep commitment in Collin County, tion in the nation. Founded by a group of vol- treatment for their addiction and we’re seeing he would also serve as Reserve Deputy Con- unteers in 1971, ACCESS was created to help the overdose deaths decline in this country. stable for Precinct 2. In addition to his stellar the Arab immigrant population adapt to life But we can’t let up. service in law enforcement, Mr. Deffibaugh within the United States. Ever since, ACCESS I am hoping we can repeat the success of also played a role as a volunteer fireman, has been devoted to promoting a just and eq- this legislation—on many issues, including County Fire Marshall, and Assistant Fire Chief uitable society where all can flourish. Today, continuing to help communities fight opioid ad- for the City of Princeton until his retirement in with 11 locations, ACCESS provides commu- diction. 2018. Mr. Deffibaugh’s leadership and commit- nity members a wide range of educational, so- This week, I’m introducing a bill that came ment to his community was further reflected in cial, economic, and health services to assist, from a local police officer in my district. his role as the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore improve, and empower people in need. A police officer from the Normal Police De- of Princeton, and through his efforts as the The 12th Annual Domestic Violence Pro- partment was trying to track down a case of President of the Princeton Community Devel- gram Dinner exemplifies ACCESS’s continued ‘pharmacy shopping,’ where someone had opment Corporation. commitment to assisting people in distress. come down from Chicago and was trying to In his civic life, Mr. Deffibaugh has volun- Every year, the dinner brings countless com- get an opioid prescription for someone else teered as a Scoutmaster, Little League Coach, munity members together to raise proceeds to filled at multiple pharmacies. and church deacon. He is also a founding But there was no way to track who had tried benefit survivors of domestic violence. In addi- member of the Jacob D. Hayes Marine Corps to fill this prescription because no ID is re- tion, the important program generates a great- League, where he has tirelessly coordinated quired to pick up these highly addictive pain er awareness for the prevalence of domestic the Collin County Toys for Tots program and killers. violence and its negative impacts on children, My bill, the Opioid Prescription Verification led the organization as the Chaplain. Sergeant families, and even entire communities. AC- Act, changes that by requiring pharmacists to Steven Deffibaugh has led a remarkable life of CESS is a vital resource for people facing do- record the ID of a person picking up an opioid service to his community and is to be com- mestic violence, and the organization’s annual prescription. mended for his tireless efforts. dinner dedicated to empowering hundreds of This is similar to ID requirements that were Today a grateful Nation thanks Sergeant survivors truly makes a difference in our com- placed on Sudafed sales in 2005 to combat Deffibaugh for his exceptional service and munity. the meth epidemic. congratulates him on this recognition. May his Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join I’m looking forward to hopefully passing this steadfast example of leadership inspire others me in honoring the Arab Community Center bill to continue fighting this epidemic from all to live a life of service to a cause greater than for Economic and Social Services as they host angles. themselves. It is my extreme honor to award their 12th Annual Domestic Violence Program him the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- f Dinner. ACCESS’s mission to assist, improve, mendation for the Third District of Texas. and empower people in our community truly RECOGNIZING SERGEANT STEVEN f changes lives, and I am deeply appreciative of DEFFIBAUGH, RECIPIENT OF their remarkable work. TEXAS’ THIRD CONGRESSIONAL PERSONAL EXPLANATION f DISTRICT 2019 CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION HON. JACKIE WALORSKI PERSONAL EXPLANATION OF INDIANA HON. VAN TAYLOR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DOUG COLLINS OF TEXAS Wednesday, October 23, 2019 OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. WALORSKI. Madam Speaker, due to Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Ways & Means Committee business, I was Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is unavoidably detained and missed the vote. Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, my privilege to honor twelve distinguished mili- Had I been present, I would have voted I was absent due to a family emergency. tary veterans from Texas’ Third Congressional YEA on Roll Call No. 573. Had I been present, I would have voted District who answered the call to serve their f NAY on Roll Call No. 571; NAY on Roll Call Nation honorably, both in uniform and fol- No. 572; YEA on Roll Call No. 573; NAY on lowing their return to civilian life. The recipi- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH AN- Roll Call No. 574; YEA on Roll Call No. 575; ents of the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- NIVERSARY OF WAYNE COUNTY YEA on Roll Call No. 576; and NAY on Roll mendation exemplify the time-honored quali- PARKS Call No. 577. ties of patriotism, service before self, and bold f leadership. Following their time in service, HON. DEBBIE DINGELL their efforts in our community have earned OF MICHIGAN OPIOID EPIDEMIC these fine individuals recognition as the recipi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ents of this prestigious commendation. Their Wednesday, October 23, 2019 HON. RODNEY DAVIS stories of sacrifice will encourage future gen- OF ILLINOIS erations to pursue a life dedicated to the very Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES values we cherish as Americans: faith, free- today to recognize the 100th anniversary of dom, and democracy. One such hero is Ser- Wayne County Parks. Its century of dedication Wednesday, October 23, 2019 geant Steven Deffibaugh of Princeton, Texas. to the Wayne County community is worthy of Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Madam A native of Borger, Texas, Sergeant Steven commendation, and it is my honor and privi- Speaker, the opioid epidemic and our efforts Deffibaugh served in the United States Marine lege to recognize their important milestone to Corps in the 5th Marine Division from 1969 to today. H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and 1972. For his distinguished service to our Na- In 1919, Elizabeth Park in Trenton was do- Communities Act, was a highlight for me last tion, he was awarded the Marine Corps Good nated to Wayne County by the children of Eliz- Congress. Conduct Medal, National Defense Service abeth Slocum. The acceptance of this dona- Because it was a moment where Congress Medal, and Marksman Rifle Badge. He re- tion marks the beginning of the Wayne County was focused on legislating and actually getting ceived degrees from Grayson County College Park System, the first county park system in things done. and Abilene Christian University at Dallas. the state of Michigan. In the years and dec- The House took 39 bipartisan bills, moved After returning from his time in service, Ser- ades that followed, the county began to accu- them through the legislative process, and gave geant Deffibaugh chose to pursue a new ave- mulate different outdoor locations throughout

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.001 E23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1331 the area to add to its park system, seeking to The founder and president of the Malta Corporal Ronnie Davenport Foster, known discover new outdoor recreational opportuni- Conferences, Professor Zafra Lerman, is my to his friends as ‘‘RD’’ served in the United ties that could enhance the quality of life for friend and constituent. Professor Lerman is a States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1969. Origi- the families and residents of Wayne County. life-long champion for human rights, freedom, nally from Farmersville, Texas, as the son of Over the course of 100 years, the Wayne and peace. For more than four decades, she a WWII veteran, Ronnie’s sense of patriotism County Park System has significantly trans- has worked tirelessly to promote peace and was developed early on. Shortly after grad- formed. From humble beginnings in Elizabeth justice around the globe, especially among na- uating from high school, RD would be as- Park in 1919, Wayne County Parks have since tions whose governments are hostile to one signed to the 1st Force Logistics Command become an invaluable pillar of our community, another. driving resupply and gun trucks out of Da serving as spaces for community members to Professor Lerman has received over 40 Nang, Vietnam in 1967 as a part of the gather and enjoy the outdoors, compete in international awards, including the Presidential ‘‘Rough Riders’’ motor transport Battalion. For sports, participate in various community Award for Excellence in Science, Mathe- his efforts, RD was awarded the National De- events, and simply have fun. Today, nearly 40 matics, and Engineering Mentoring from Presi- fense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, parks including nature trails, golf courses, dent Clinton, the Royal Society of Chemistry Good Conduct Medal, and Rifle Sharpshooter playscapes, swimming pools, dog parks, picnic Nyholm Education Award, the American Badge. shelters, and baseball diamonds, to name a Chemical Society George C. Pimentel Award, few, comprise the entire Wayne County Park In the decades that would follow, RD pur- the American Association for the Advance- sued a music career as a singer songwriter System. Without a doubt, Wayne County ment of Science (AAAS) Award for Science Parks play an important role in our community and worked as a tour bus operator for famed and Diplomacy, the American Physical Society musicians and performers. In an effort to rec- and have been improving the lives of our resi- Andrei Sakharov Prize, and the UN NOVUS dents for a century. Wayne County Parks truly ognize the patriotism of our Vietnam Veterans Summit Peace and Justice Award. Professor who were often shunned upon their return foster inclusive, lively, and enjoyable environ- Lerman received her bachelor’s and master’s ments where all feel welcome, and I cannot from service, RD organized a concert to raise degrees in chemistry at Technion-Israel Insti- awareness and funds for the Texas Vietnam thank the Wayne County Parks System tute of Technology, and her Ph.D. from the enough for its century of exceptional service to Veterans Memorial in Fair Park in the 1980s. Weizmann Institute of Science. our community. Later, RD would embark on an extensive mis- Despite many obstacles to success, the Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join sion to identify all the men and women from Malta Conferences have developed several me today in honoring the centennial anniver- Collin County who died while serving our Na- avenues for change: Jordan, Palestine, Israel, sary of Wayne County Parks. We are grateful tion going back to the Great War. Upon con- Egypt, and Kuwait formed a working group on for their impactful contributions to our commu- clusion of his painstaking research efforts, he Drinking Water Quality Assessment in the Mid- nity and wish the parks many more years of would lobby local governmental entities and dle East; Palestinian students from Al Quds continued success. spearhead a fundraising effort to construct a University in Palestine are pursuing PhD stud- Veterans Memorial to remember and honor f ies at Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel; the legacies of our fallen warriors from Collin RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE a women’s group was formed in order to em- County. In response, the City of McKinney OF THE MALTA CONFERENCES power women scientists across the region, created the Armed Services Memorial Board, and encourage young girls to pursue careers of which RD was a founding member. The re- HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY in STEM; and a unified science curriculum for sult was the Collin County Veterans Memorial, the Middle East is being developed which will which was dedicated in November 2011. Fur- OF ILLINOIS include climate change, chemistry, nuclear se- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ther in 2013, RD cofounded the Collin County curity, and ethics. More than 700 Middle East Fallen Warrior Portrait Project which has re- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 scientists and 15 Nobel Laureates are now in sulted in 70 portraits of fallen warriors on per- Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Madam Speaker, I rise the network. manent display at the Collin County Court- to recognize the greatest example of science I would like to thank Professor Zafra Lerman house. Corporal Foster would also organize diplomacy, the Malta Conferences, their found- and the Malta Conferences for their continued the efforts to rename Courthouse to the Rus- er and president Professor Zafra Lerman, and hard work to bring peace to the Middle East. sell A. Steindam Courts Building in honor of the important work that the conferences facili- f the posthumously awarded Medal of Honor re- tate. This year marks the ninth meeting of the RECOGNIZING CORPORAL RONNIE cipient. Foster’s recognitions include Patriot of Malta Conferences. The conferences help ‘‘RD’’ FOSTER, RECIPIENT OF the Year by the Texas Veterans Commission identify unique opportunities for collaboration TEXAS’ THIRD CONGRESSIONAL and recognition as a recipient of the Distin- to meet the scientific and technological chal- DISTRICT 2019 CONGRESSIONAL guished Citizens Medal from the Daughters of lenges of the Middle East region. In the Malta VETERAN COMMENDATION the American Revolution. Conferences, the common language of Today a grateful Nation thanks Corporal science is used for science diplomacy, which Foster for his exceptional service and con- serves as a bridge to peace, tolerance and HON. VAN TAYLOR gratulates him on this recognition. May his understanding. OF TEXAS steadfast example of leadership inspire others These peace congresses have made it pos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to live a life of service to a cause greater than sible for scientists from countries that are Wednesday, October 23, 2019 often on opposing sides of political and cul- themselves. It is my extreme honor to award tural conflicts to meet in a politically neutral Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is him the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- environment, where they can collaborate on my privilege to honor twelve distinguished mili- mendation for the Third District of Texas. solving regional problems, and forge relation- tary veterans from Texas’ Third Congressional ships that bridge deep chasms of mistrust and District who answered the call to serve their f intolerance. These unique gatherings draw sci- Nation honorably, both in uniform and fol- entists from many Middle East countries, in- lowing their return to civilian life. The recipi- PERSONAL EXPLANATION cluding Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jor- ents of the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- dan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Pal- mendation exemplify the time-honored quali- estine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey and ties of patriotism, service before self, and bold HON. BILL FOSTER the United Arab Emirates. leadership. Following their time in service, OF ILLINOIS In each of the Malta Conferences, Middle their efforts in our community have earned IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES East scientists meet with science Nobel Laure- these fine individuals recognition as the recipi- ates to catalyze enduring collaborations on ents of this prestigious commendation. Their Wednesday, October 23, 2019 scientific and technological problems, including stories of sacrifice will encourage future gen- water scarcity, environmental degradation, nu- erations to pursue a life dedicated to the very Mr. FOSTER. Madam Speaker, I was not clear and chemical security, science and tech- values we cherish as Americans: faith, free- present for a vote on Tuesday, October 23, nology education for all, energy, and climate dom, and democracy. One such hero is Cor- 2019. Had I been present, I would have voted change. poral Ronnie ‘‘RD’’ Foster of Anna, Texas. on rollcall No. 573, ‘‘aye.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.005 E23OCPT1 E1332 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 23, 2019 INTRODUCTION OF WHITE HOUSE Great Lakes Live Steamers crews a place to Wars, and Carry the Load. Specialist Eric Hall ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DIVER- store and work on their trains. More impor- is a leader of service and sacrifice who is SITY ACT tantly though, the barn will serve as a wel- wholly deserving of this recognition. coming place for our community to gather and Today a grateful Nation thanks Specialist HON. J. LUIS CORREA learn more about something Bob loved: trains. Hall for his exceptional service and congratu- OF CALIFORNIA Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join lates him on this recognition. May his stead- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me today in celebrating the dedication of the fast example of leadership inspire others to Bob and Anna Renaud Train Barn. We are live a life of service to a cause greater than Wednesday, October 23, 2019 grateful for Bob and Anna’s 70 years of mean- themselves. It is my extreme honor to award Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, after Presi- ingful service to Southgate and their efforts him the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- dent Trump’s inauguration, the White House are truly deserving of this recognition. The mendation for the Third District of Texas. deleted Spanish-language content from the of- Renaud Family is cherished by so many within f ficial White House website. At the time, the our community, and I am glad the train barn White House claimed that a Spanish-language will bear their name for generations to come. PERSONAL EXPLANATION site was under development, but, more than f two years later, such a website has yet to ma- HON. DOUG COLLINS terialize. Meanwhile, the previous two adminis- RECOGNIZING SPECIALIST ERIC OF GEORGIA trations offered Spanish-language content on HALL, RECIPIENT OF TEXAS’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DIS- the official White House website. Wednesday, October 23, 2019 There are many taxpayers whose first lan- TRICT 2019 CONGRESSIONAL VET- guage is not English. Spanish, Chinese, Taga- ERAN COMMENDATION Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, log, Vietnamese, and French are among the on October 22, 2019, I was absent for a vote most spoken languages in the United States. HON. VAN TAYLOR on H.R. 2426, the CASE Act of 2019, due to a family emergency. Had I been present, I People benefit tremendously from having dif- OF TEXAS would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on Roll Call No. 578. ferent options to access their government and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f receive information that may impact their lives. Wednesday, October 23, 2019 This is why it is imperative that the White RECOGNIZING SGT. JEFF HEWITT Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is House and federal agencies continue to be AND DEPUTY JARED S. HEWITT accessible to all taxpayers. my privilege to honor twelve distinguished mili- Therefore, I am reintroducing the White tary veterans from Texas’ Third Congressional House Accountability for Diversity Act. It is District who answered the call to serve their HON. NEAL P. DUNN OF FLORIDA vital for all Americans to be able to follow Nation honorably, both in uniform and fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES issues that affect their lives. This legislation lowing their return to civilian life. The recipi- will allow for content to be translated into ents of the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 mendation exemplify the time-honored quali- Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Mr. DUNN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ties of patriotism, service before self, and bold French and any other language deemed nec- recognize Sgt. Jeff Hewitt and Deputy Jared leadership. Following their time in service, essary by the Office of Management and S. Hewitt of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Of- their efforts in our community have earned Budget. This will ensure that all taxpayers fice for their courageous actions during the these fine individuals recognition as the recipi- have the option of accessing up-to-date infor- Eastpoint, FL fire that took place last June ents of this prestigious commendation. Their mation in their preferred language. devastating the community and stretching over stories of sacrifice will encourage future gen- f 1,000 acres. erations to pursue a life dedicated to the very The father and son received a call over dis- IN RECOGNITION OF THE DEDICA- values we cherish as Americans: faith, free- patch that a family was trapped in a burning TION OF THE BOB AND ANNA dom, and democracy. One such hero is Spe- vehicle, and without hesitation, the two of RENAUD TRAIN BARN cialist Eric Hall of Frisco, Texas. them hurried to the scene. Placing their lives Specialist Eric Hall began his career in the at risk, they fought through the heavy smoke HON. DEBBIE DINGELL United States Army as an infantryman, in both and engulfing fire to free a young boy, his par- OF MICHIGAN Scout and Reconnaissance Platoons. He was ents, and their cat from the emblazoned truck. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES deployed to Iraq and continued his active duty Because of their bravery and swift action, service until June 2010. For his valiant efforts Wednesday, October 23, 2019 this family was safely rescued and there were in the Army, he was awarded the Army Com- no deaths as a result of the horrific fire in Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise mendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Eastpoint. today to recognize the Renaud Family and National Defense Service Medal, Global War Their heroic actions have not gone unno- celebrate the opening of the ‘‘Bob and Anna on Terrorism Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal ticed. Sgt. Jeff Hewitt and Deputy Jared Hewitt Renaud Train Barn.’’ The Renaud Family’s with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, were named as the 2019 Law Enforcement generosity and life-long commitment to our Overseas Service Ribbon, and Combat Infan- Officers of the Year at the Florida Sheriff’s As- community are worthy of commendation. try Badge to name a few. sociation annual summer conference. As a na- The Renaud Family is a central fixture of Mr. Hall would spend the next few years of tion, we are indebted to our first responders the Southgate community. Since moving to his career in the Army National Guard, during and law enforcement officers for their daily Southgate in 1947, Bob and Anna Renaud which time he attended the University of acts of heroism. have fully dedicated their lives to serving the Texas at Dallas, earning a Bachelor of Art in Madam Speaker, please join me in thanking city. Anna, a retired councilwoman, served on Political Science and a Masters in Constitu- this father and son for risking their lives not the Southgate City Council for 16 years, and tional Law. As a student, Eric developed a only during this fire, but every day to ensure her husband Bob was a United States veteran passion for servant leadership in organizations that the people of Franklin County can live who dutifully served our country in World War including the Young Conservatives of Texas, safe and prosperous lives. II. Throughout the decades, Bob and Anna Kappa Sigma Fraternity, the Cares Team, and f have become pillars of Southgate and are as a member of the Rugby team. His deep de- widely recognized for their lifetime of gen- sire to ensure equality, as instilled by the PERSONAL EXPLANATION erosity and philanthropy. To the great sadness teachings of family members, led him to con- of our community, Bob Renaud passed away tinue to serve in a multitude of organizations HON. DWIGHT EVANS last August, yet his remarkable work alongside including the Equal Rights Voting Institute, 22 OF PENNSYLVANIA his wife will always be remembered, honored, Fellowship Program, and as a Board Member IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and appreciated. for the DFW Chapter of the Martin Luther King The opening of the Bob and Anna Renaud Jr. Association of Texas. Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Train Barn was only made possible due to the As an advocate for our military and vet- Mr. EVANS. Madam Speaker, I was attend- continued generosity of the Renaud Family. erans, Eric has maintained an active role in ing a committee meeting. Had I been present, Named in recognition of Anna and in honor of organizations including the Association of the I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on Roll Call No. the legacy of Bob, the barn will provide the United States Army, Veterans of Foreign 579.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.008 E23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1333 RECOGNIZING SPECIALIST PAUL lates him on this recognition. May his stead- HONORING MAHOMED AKBAR HUFF, RECIPIENT OF TEXAS’ fast example of leadership inspire others to KHAN THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DIS- live a life of service to a cause greater than TRICT 2019 CONGRESSIONAL VET- themselves. It is my extreme honor to award ERAN COMMENDATION him the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- HON. J. LUIS CORREA mendation for the Third District of Texas. OF CALIFORNIA HON. VAN TAYLOR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Wednesday, October 23, 2019 IN RECOGNITION OF DETECTIVE SERGEANT JASON HOHNER Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, I rise today Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is to honor Mahomed Akbar Khan for his dedica- my privilege to honor twelve distinguished mili- tion to our youth and the Muslim community. tary veterans from Texas’ Third Congressional HON. DEBBIE DINGELL With over 30 years of commitment to the peo- District who answered the call to serve their ple of Southern California, Mr. Khan has fo- Nation honorably, both in uniform and fol- OF MICHIGAN cused on conflict resolution, interfaith pro- lowing their return to civilian life. The recipi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grams, humanitarian aid, and youth develop- ents of the 2019 Congressional Veteran Com- ment. mendation exemplify the time-honored quali- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 In 1970, at age 9, Mr. Khan’s family immi- ties of patriotism, service before self, and bold grated to the United States from South Africa leadership. Following their time in service, Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Detective Sergeant Jason during the apartheid. By the early 1990s, Mr. their efforts in our community have earned Khan co-founded over 25 Muslim student these fine individuals recognition as the recipi- Hohner and congratulate him on receiving The Washtenaw 100 Law Enforcement Officer of unions and campus organizations across the ents of this prestigious commendation. Their United States, including the Muslim Youth of the Year Award. Detective Sergeant Jason stories of sacrifice will encourage future gen- North America (M.Y.N.A) which is the largest Hohner’s selfless dedication to protecting the erations to pursue a life dedicated to the very American Muslim youth organization today. values we cherish as Americans: faith, free- Washtenaw County community is worthy of Mr. Khan’s 30 years of experience in inter- dom, and democracy. One such hero is Spe- commendation. faith dialog and conflict resolution is exempli- cialist Paul Huff of McKinney, Texas. The Washtenaw 100 is a non-profit organi- fied by his notable accomplishments. As a stu- Paul Huff entered the United States Army in zation committed to supporting our hometown dent, he served as a Muslim Chaplain and 1962 and was assigned to the 5th Missile Bat- heroes. The organization’s mission is to pro- provided impactful religious services to prison talion, 517th Artillery Division in Abilene, vide immediate financial funding to families of inmates. This service influenced many former Texas following his completion of basic train- law enforcement and firefighting personnel in gang leaders to return to their communities ing. Following his promotion to Fire Control Washtenaw County who have died in the line and devote their lives to gang intervention, Specialist, Paul was assigned to the United of duty, helping them through their grief. In ad- easing tensions, and creating a peace move- States Army Signal School and later served dition, the organization strives to serve active ment on the streets. under the United States Army Intelligence duty law enforcement officers and firefighters Mr. Khan traveled to Israel as an ambas- Training Center in Fort Ritchie, Maryland. Mr. by providing grants to local departments and Huff was promoted to a Specialist E–6 rank sador of peace alongside Martin Luther King offering annual scholarships to their children to III, a ‘‘civil rights Rabbi,’’ advocating for an end and was assigned with the Signal Corps in bolster their educational opportunities. Vietnam and Thailand. In 1967, Paul returned to violence. Mr. Khan sat on the Economic home to his wife and children. For his service, The Washtenaw 100’s Annual Dinner exem- and Poverty Alleviation Advisory Board for Specialist Huff was awarded the National De- plifies the organization’s continued dedication Xhosa King Sandile, where he was heavily in- fense Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam to supporting our community’s firefighters and volved in alleviating poverty and building Service Medal with 1 Bronze Star, and Repub- law enforcement officers and serves as a peace strategies throughout South Africa. lic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with the Palm great way to recognize their outstanding ef- Currently, Mr, Khan continues to bring im- Unit Citation Badge. forts. This year, The Washtenaw 100 is proud pact and attention to local and global issues. Upon reentering civilian life, Paul worked in to recognize Detective Sergeant Jason Hohner Mr. Khan brought national attention to the the computer and data processing field before as the 2019 Law Enforcement Officer of the Rohingya humanitarian crisis when he helped later retiring. Since that time, Paul has dedi- Year. to organize a hearing before the House For- cated his life to assisting veterans and fur- Detective Sergeant Jason Hohner is an ex- eign Affairs Committee in Washington, D.C. in thering the cause of those who have worn the perienced and valuable member of the Pitts- 2018. This hearing brought over $130 million uniform as evidenced by his role as President field Police Department. Nominated by Chief in emergency aid to the Rohingya refugees in of the Collin County Vietnam Veterans of Matthew Harshberger, Det. Sgt. Hohner is a Bangladesh. America (Chapter 1122), and active member- leader who consistently goes above and be- Today, we celebrate the many humanitarian ship in the Veterans of Foreign Wars (Allen yond what is expected of him in his position. efforts and accomplishments of Mahomed Post 2195), American Legion (Bill Bryan Post Although Det. Sgt. Hohner has a host of out- Akbar Khan. His has committed his life to 110), and the Association of the United States standing accomplishments that make him de- serving his local and global community by Army (Audie Murphy Chapter). serving of the Law Enforcement Officer of the continuing to advocate for tolerance, peace, In his role as Treasurer for the Disabled Year Award, some of his most noteworthy and non-violence. I ask my colleagues to join American Veterans (McKinney Chapter 38), achievements include his leadership in a re- me in honoring and recognizing Mahomed Paul also serves as a certified DAV Chapter cent homicide investigation that involved over Akbar Khan. Service Advisor where he has assisted many 90 law enforcement personnel and his crucial veterans obtain Compensation and Pension coordination between the Pittsfield Police De- f benefits from the Veterans Benefits Adminis- partment and a variety of other agencies to tration. Mr. Huff further demonstrates his abil- ensure crucial information was not left unno- PERSONAL EXPLANATION ity to benefit the lives of those around him by ticed. Det. Sgt. Hohner is known amongst his giving selflessly of his time with the Veterans peers as a driven problem-solver who humbly Center of North Texas, an all-volunteer organi- strives for excellence without seeking praise or HON. JOHN H. RUTHERFORD zation that serves as a free resource center recognition for any of his remarkable accom- OF FLORIDA for veterans offering health, employment, plishments. housing, mental health and benefits assist- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ance. Mr. Paul Huff has continuously found Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Wednesday, October 23, 2019 new ways to exhibit service before self to me in honoring Detective Sergeant Jason those within our community and deserves our Hohner. His bravery, dedication, and service Mr. RUTHERFORD. Madam Speaker, I was unwavering gratitude for his many efforts. to the citizens of Washtenaw County is deeply unavailable and missed rollcall Vote 570. Had Today a grateful Nation thanks Specialist appreciated and truly makes a difference in I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on Huff for his exceptional service and congratu- our community. rollcall No. 570.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K23OC8.007 E23OCPT1 E1334 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 23, 2019 IN RECOGNITION OF IVAN ‘‘BUD’’ Union for Reform Judaism. In addition, he has Over the past decade and beyond, Dr. WARREN ATWOOD, JR.’S LIFE- served in leadership roles with the Los Ange- Mosby has served as a leader in her faith and TIME OF SERVICE TO THE VET- les Council of Religious Leaders, the Central community. Her dedication is evident through ERAN COMMUNITY Conference of American Rabbis, and the her Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity Board of Rabbis of Southern California. degrees from Virginia Union University. More- HON. JAHANA HAYES For the past 17 years, Rabbi Feinstein has over, her work in the Commonwealth, as well OF CONNECTICUT served as senior rabbi at University Syna- as completion of international ministry assign- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gogue in Los Angeles, where he has shared ments in Ghana, France, and the Philippines, exhibits remarkable commitment to the com- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 his love for teaching Torah and helped to grow a vibrant Jewish community. He has also munities she serves. In Dr. Mosby’s daily Mrs. HAYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today brought his passion for music to this sacred work, she has made a positive impact on to recognize Ivan ‘‘Bud’’ Warren Atwood, Jr., work. countless lives and has honored the values of Torrington, Connecticut, who passed away I have had the privilege of attending serv- she preaches at the Anointed New Life Baptist on October 20, 2019 after a long battle with ices officiated by Rabbi Feinstein and have Church. cancer. As a decorated member of the U.S. seen firsthand the welcoming spiritual home Dr. Mosby’s commitment is both inspiring Army and a longtime advocate for veterans, he has fostered at University Synagogue. and humbling. I hope to emulate her service Mr. Atwood lived a life that was truly emblem- In his role as rabbi emeritus, Rabbi Fein- as the Representative for Virginia’s 7th District atic of service to his community. stein will remain a treasured resource to our and would like to thank her for all her work. I During his time in the U.S. Army, Mr. At- community. Rabbi Feinstein is loved by his look forward to celebrating her continued serv- wood proved himself to be a dedicated and wife Dr. Margarete Myers Feinstein, sons, ice in years to come. brave soldier. As a result, he was awarded a Aaron and Ari, twin daughters, Eliana and f series of medals and decorations, including Renata, and his two grandchildren. IN CELEBRATION OF THE AMER- the National Defense Service Medal, the Madam Speaker, I wish to thank Rabbi ICAN SYRIAN ARAB CULTURAL Marksman (Rifle), the Good Conduct Medal, a Feinstein for his service to our community. ASSOCIATION ANNUAL BANQUET Korean War Service Medal, and a Letter of f Appreciation. However, work for the Armed Services and IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE HON. DEBBIE DINGELL his country continued long after he left the MARYSVILLE–PILCHUCK HIGH OF MICHIGAN Army. After retiring, Mr. Atwood turned his at- SCHOOL SHOOTING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tention to veterans. He became the Director of Wednesday, October 23, 2019 the Torrington Veterans Service Office, where HON. RICK LARSEN Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise he had the privilege of providing services and OF WASHINGTON today to recognize the American Syrian Arab final honors to countless veterans for at least IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cultural Association and celebrate its 2019 eighteen years. In addition to this, Mr. Atwood Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Annual Banquet. The association’s lasting served with the Northwest Connecticut Honor Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Madam Speak- commitment to supporting our Syrian Arab Guard and was instrumental in organizing American community is worthy of commenda- local events for veterans such as National er, I rise to commemorate a solemn anniver- sary. tion. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Veterans The American Syrian Arab Cultural Associa- Day, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, Na- Five years ago, on October 24, 2014, the Marysville, Washington and Tulalip commu- tion (ASACA) is a non-profit and non-sectarian tional Korean War Armistice Day, and many cultural and education organization with a mis- more. nities were violently ripped apart by a tragic shooting at Marysville-Pilchuck High School. sion to ‘‘acquaint the American public with the Mr. Atwood’s work in the military community rich Arabic culture and heritage through the The victims—Zoe Galasso (14), Shaylee shows his character and integrity. His legacy promotion of lectures, educational seminars Chuckulnaskit (14), Gia Soriano (14) and An- lives on through the veterans for whom he ad- and cultural events.’’ The association aspires drew Fryberg (15)—were filled with ambition vocated tirelessly, the organization which he to strengthen ties and promote friendly rela- and excitement for life. championed, and his family members who tions by building bridges between Arabic cul- have inherited his commitment to service. It Jaylen Fryberg (15), also died. Nate Hatch survived the shooting and spent ture and the American community at large. In cannot be understated how much he will be addition, ASACA tirelessly strives to preserve missed. months fighting for his life. As a father of two boys, my heart still hurts and instill Arabic language, culture, and herit- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join age within the youth of the Arab community, me in honoring Ivan Warren Atwood, Jr. as he when I think of those parents who received the worst news imaginable. ensuring it will be shared with generations to rests in peace after such an extraordinary life. come. He truly made our community a better place. Today, five years later, I recognize the strength and resilience of the victims’ families, ASACA’s Annual Banquet exemplifies the f the Tulalip tribes, the Marysville-Pilchuck High association’s continued commitment to our HONORING RABBI MORLEY School community and the city of Marysville, Arab American community. This year, the ban- FEINSTEIN Washington. When faced with unimaginable quet will support Syrian Youth Empowerment tragedy, the community came together to cele- (SYE), a non-profit initiative that empowers brate the young victims and give thanks for Syrian youth by providing paths to higher edu- HON. BRAD SHERMAN cation. Established by a group of Syrian refu- OF CALIFORNIA their lives which were cut short in a senseless gees who personally experienced the chal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES act of violence. lenges of pursuing higher education both in- f Wednesday, October 23, 2019 side and outside Syria, SYE was created to Mr. SHERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise CONGRATULATING DR. C. DIANE support students in conflict areas and help today to honor a leader in the Jewish commu- MOSBY FOR 10 YEARS OF SERV- them navigate the barriers they encounter nity, Rabbi Morley Feinstein. ICE TO THE ANOINTED NEW LIFE throughout the college application process. Ordained in 1981 at Hebrew Union Col- BAPTIST CHURCH ASACA’s important work alongside SYA will lege—Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati, generate a greater awareness for the obsta- Rabbi Feinstein served as the assistant and HON. ABIGAIL DAVIS SPANBERGER cles many Syrians face due to ongoing con- first associate rabbi of Temple Beth-El in San OF VIRGINIA flicts, and ASACA’s dedicated efforts with help Antonio, Texas. From 1987 to 2002, he served IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES better support students who wish to obtain as senior rabbi of Temple Beth-El in South their college degrees. Bend, Indiana. During his tenure there, Indi- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join ana’s Governor recognized Rabbi Feinstein Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Speaker, it is me in honoring the American Syrian Arab Cul- with the state’s highest citizen honor, The my true pleasure to congratulate Dr. C. Diane tural Association as it hosts its annual ban- Sagamore of the Wabash, for his efforts in Mosby on her deeply deserved recognition for quet. ASACA’s commitment to empowering promoting peace and justice. 10 years of service as a Senior Pastor for the Syrian youth truly changes lives, and I am Rabbi Feinstein has devoted time for thirty- Anointed New Life Baptist Church in Rich- deeply appreciative of the association’s re- four summers teaching at the camps of the mond, Virginia. markable work.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.016 E23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1335 GEORGIA SUPPORT ACT is the world’s largest organization of scientists 100 is proud to recognize Lieutenant Michael and physicians devoted to understanding the Grissom as the 2019 Firefighter of the Year. SPEECH OF brain and nervous system. Lieutenant Michael Grissom is an experi- HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE Over the past few days, more than 30,000 enced and valuable member of the Dexter scientists from more than 70 countries have Area Fire Department. Nominated by Chief OF PENNSYLVANIA gathered at the Society’s Neuroscience 2019 Robert Smith, Lieutenant Grissom is known as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Conference in Chicago to present emerging a leader who consistently goes above and be- Tuesday, October 22, 2019 science, learn from experts, forge collabora- yond what is expected of him in his position. Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. tions with peers, and explore new tools and Lieutenant Grissom has a host of remarkable Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 598, the technologies. Some of the research being pre- accomplishments that make him deserving of Georgia Support Act. This bill helps strengthen sented includes the latest projects and discov- the Firefighter of the Year Award, but some of the vital U.S.—Georgia partnership, a strategi- eries surrounding Alzheimer’s and opioid ad- his most noteworthy achievements include his cally important relationship in a critical part of diction research, both of which are issues I involvement with Active 911, a mobile app that the world. In 2008, Georgia was invaded by care deeply about and have advocated for enables responders to easily access pertinent Russia and the Kremlin continues to attack here in Congress. information and communicate effectively with Georgia through subversive disinformation At the annual conference, the state of Illi- one another, and his leadership in repurposing campaigns and cyberattacks. This bill provides nois is represented by nearly 1,400 attendees old radios. Georgia with assistance to combat this threat who are sharing cutting-edge research con- When asked about his impressive work, and support its democratic institutions. ducted by Illinois’ research institutions and Lieutenant Grissom responded, ‘‘It’s not about The Georgian government has long made academic centers. One of these institutions me.’’ Lieutenant Grissom truly embodies all closer integration with the EU and NATO a pri- taking part in the gathering of minds is North- the qualities of a dedicated firefighter—he ority. According to recent polls, almost 80 per- ern Illinois University (NIU), which I proudly humbly strives for excellence without seeking cent of the Georgian population supports represent in Illinois’s 16th Congressional Dis- praise or recognition for any of his significant membership in the EU and over 70 percent trict. NIU had 10 researchers showcasing their accomplishments. supports membership in NATO. As a member dedicated work to the Society, representing Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join of the U.S. delegation to NATO Parliamentary their passion to better the sciences and find me in honoring Lieutenant Michael Grissom. Assembly, I am pleased that the bill recog- answers to questions we all hope to uncover. His bravery, dedication, and service to the citi- nizes that Georgia has been a longstanding In Fiscal Year 2019, the state of Illinois re- zens of Washtenaw County is deeply appre- NATO-aspirant country. ceived over $485 million in funding through ciated and truly makes a difference in our I urge all of my colleagues to support the grants from the National Institute of Health community. Georgia Support Act. Passing this bill shows (NIH). Of that funding, $424,000 went to IL–16 f our support for Georgia’s sovereignty, inde- and included funding to conduct research RECOGNIZING THE COTTONDALE pendence, and territorial integrity, as well as aimed at better understanding the nervous HIGH SCHOOL FUTURE FARMERS for its democratic development, Euro-Atlantic system and to improve the treatment and pre- OF AMERICA CHAPTER integration, and peaceful conflict resolution in vention of brain and nervous system dis- Abkhazia and South Ossetia. orders. I want to commend the institutions in f my district and state, as well as the Society for HON. NEAL P. DUNN Neuroscience, for being leaders in neuro- OF FLORIDA GEORGIANA VINES science research and highlighting the impor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tance of scientific research to advance our un- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 HON. TIM BURCHETT derstanding of the nervous system to ulti- OF TENNESSEE mately improve the health of people across Mr. DUNN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the world. congratulate the Cottondale High School Fu- f ture Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter for Wednesday, October 23, 2019 winning the 2019 state championship for both Mr. BURCHETT. Madam Speaker, today I IN RECOGNITION OF LIEUTENANT Agriculture Communication and Parliamentary recognize longtime East Tennessee journalist MICHAEL GRISSOM Procedure. Georgiana Vines as she celebrates her 80th Cottondale FFA Chapter members Josh birthday this week. HON. DEBBIE DINGELL Scurlock, Addison Griffin, Taylor Dumas, Lillie Over the last five decades, Georgiana has OF MICHIGAN Livingston, Blayton See, Carl Young, Joey had a successful career as a reporter and edi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jackson and their Advisor Stan Scurlock did tor. She retired from full-time work in 2005 but an outstanding job preparing and practicing for Wednesday, October 23, 2019 continues to cover East Tennessee news and this competition. politics as a newspaper freelancer. In addition Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise Agriculture will always be vital to the sus- to working in the news industry, Georgiana today to recognize Lieutenant Michael tainability of this great nation and we are fortu- has spent a great deal of time teaching and Grissom and congratulate him on receiving nate to have FFA Chapters across the country sharing her experience with future journalists The Washtenaw 100 Firefighter of the Year that instill its importance in our youth. at the University of Tennessee’s College of Award. Lieutenant Grissom’s selfless dedica- The Cottondale FFA members will compete Communications and Information. tion to protecting the Washtenaw County com- at the National FFA Convention in Indianap- I am honored to call her my friend, and I munity is worthy of commendation. olis, Indiana for the national title. know I speak for many in East Tennessee The Washtenaw 100 is a non-profit organi- Madam Speaker, please join me in con- when I say Happy Birthday, Georgiana. zation committed to supporting our hometown gratulating the Cottondale FFA chapter and f heroes. The organization’s mission is to pro- wishing them luck at the National FFA Con- vide immediate financial funding to families of vention next week. RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE law enforcement and firefighting personnel in f SOCIETY FOR NEUROSCIENCE Washtenaw County who have died in the line of duty, helping them through their grief. In ad- IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIRE- HON. ADAM KINZINGER dition, the organization strives to serve active MENT OF MICHAEL SCHNEIDER OF ILLINOIS duty law enforcement officers and firefighters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by providing grants to local departments and HON. JOSH GOTTHEIMER offering annual scholarships to their children to Wednesday, October 23, 2019 OF NEW JERSEY bolster their educational opportunities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. KINZINGER. Madam Speaker, I rise The Washtenaw 100’s Annual Dinner exem- today to recognize the work of the Society for plifies the organization’s continued commit- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Neuroscience, an organization at the forefront ment to supporting our community’s fire- Mr. GOTTHEIMER. Madam Speaker, I rise of medical research and positively affecting fighters and law enforcement officers and today to honor the retirement of my good the lives of people across America and all serves as a great way to recognize their out- friend, and true leader of labor, Mike Schnei- over the world. The Society for Neuroscience standing efforts. This year, The Washtenaw der of Rochelle Park, New Jersey. After thirty-

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.019 E23OCPT1 E1336 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 23, 2019 five years with the International Association of California State University, Fullerton and in ad- community. The purpose of this association Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers ministration at Chapman University. He was was to practice, propagate, and preserve Local No. 32, Mike leaves his indelible legacy. subsequently hired by the La Habra City Islam and Islamic heritage. Today, the asso- Born and raised in New Jersey, Mike is a School District, where he served as an ele- ciation tirelessly works to serve the religious third generation Insulator, following in the foot- mentary school principle and Director of the needs of Muslims, but also strives to meet the steps of his grandfather, father, uncle and Head Start Program for 15 years. social, cultural, and educational needs of the brother, and he is rightly proud of this legacy. Mr. Peraza served as the Anaheim Planning community, as well. In addition, the associa- Since joining as an apprentice member in Commissioner for nine years and on the Utility tion provides opportunities for people to learn 1984, Mike worked his way up to foreman, Board Commission for eight years. Mr. Peraza more about the teachings of the Holy Qur’an earning leadership positions as Vice Presi- also dedicated himself to the Anaheim City and Sunnah through classes and prayer and dent, President, and Fund Trustee. Mike’s School District, serving as a Member of aspires to enhance friendly relations between story is emblematic of the great American School Board of Education for 13 years. Fur- Muslims and non-Muslims throughout the story, and he has always pushed himself and thermore, he was also an active Member of state. those around him to be the best they could Board of Directors of the Anaheim YMCA. MCA’s Mosque Open House exemplifies the be. It is precisely these values that make me Mr. Peraza was loved by his family, friends association’s continued commitment to uni- proud to call Mike a dear friend. and community. He is preceded in death by fying our community. By opening the I would especially like to commend Mike for his loving wife, Rachel. He leaves behind his mosque’s doors and encouraging community his work to help New Jersey workers succeed daughters, Patricia Peraza and Kathleen Gar- members to visit, countless people will be in- in the 21st Century economy. As President of cia, his son-in-law, Valentin Garcia, grand- troduced to—or gain a better understanding the Bergen County Central Trades and Labor children Michelle (David) Scharfe, Andrew of—Islam. Moreover, the open house presents Council and President of the United Labor (Jessica) Garcia, Matthew Garcia, Amanda a new opportunity for visitors to meet and Agency of Northern NJ, Mike worked tirelessly Garcia, and his great-grandchildren, Eli, Evan- speak with more of their Muslim neighbors. to secure his members the benefits they de- geline, Ezekiel, Ephraim Scharfe, and Ben- Thanks to the open house, MCA will advance serve. The hard-working brothers and sisters jamin Garcia. its mission to facilitate greater unification for of labor, including Local No. 32, helped build I ask my colleagues to join me, in cele- all members of our community, and impor- our great country, and our towering economy, brating the successful life of Albert R. Peraza tantly will create a welcoming space for both and have continued to contribute to the most and honoring his decades of hard work for our Muslims and non-Muslims of Ann Arbor to competitive workforce in the world. community. May he rest in peace. come together to learn more about one an- As dedicated as Mike has been to his craft f other. and his career, his commitment to his family Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join and community has been even stronger. Mike PERSONAL EXPLANATION me in honoring the Muslim Community Asso- is a devoted husband to Josette and dedi- ciation of Ann Arbor and Vicinity and thank cated father to Brian and Kelly. Despite work- HON. A. DONALD McEACHIN them for hosting their Mosque Open House. ing long days, he never missed a wrestling OF VIRGINIA We are grateful for the association’s dedicated match or cheerleading competition. The same IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efforts to serve the Muslims of Ann Arbor and drive that makes Mike such a community and Wednesday, October 23, 2019 promote friendly relations communitywide. labor leader has also made him a successful f wrestling coach for the Hackensack Junior Mr. MCEACHIN. Madam Speaker, I was un- Wrestling Program and for the workers he avoidably detained on October 21, 2019 dur- PERSONAL EXPLANATION trains every day. ing roll call no. 568, On Motion to Table, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me H.Res. 647, Raising a question of the privi- HON. CHELLIE PINGREE in recognizing Mike for his tireless efforts on leges of the House. Had I been present, I OF MAINE behalf of working men and women in North would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ I was also unavoid- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jersey. As Mike departs Local No. 32, I hope ably detained during roll call no. 569, On Mo- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 he can enjoy more time with his loving family tion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as and pursue his passions of cycling and golf. I Amended, H.R. 4406, Small Business Devel- Ms. PINGREE. Madam Speaker, I was not am elated he is keeping a leadership role on opment Centers Improvement Act. Had I been present for roll call vote 568, the Motion to the Council, so we can continue to work to- present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ I was also Table on H. Res. 647, which took place on gether. I thank Mike, a true public servant, and unavoidably detained during roll call no. 570, October 21, 2019. Had I been present, I would wish him all the best. On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, have voted ‘‘yea’’. f H.R. 4407, SCORE for Small Business Act. f Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ INTRODUCTION OF THE VISION IN MEMORY OF ALBERT R. f PERAZA ZERO ACT OF 2019 IN RECOGNITION OF THE MUSLIM HON. J. LUIS CORREA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF HON. EARL BLUMENAUER ANN ARBOR AND VACINITY OF CALIFORNIA OF OREGON MOSQUE OPEN HOUSE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, October 23, 2019 HON. DEBBIE DINGELL Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, I rise today OF MICHIGAN Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, today to celebrate the life of Albert R. Peraza. Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I introduced the Vision Zero Act of 2019. This Peraza was my constituent and a prominent bipartisan legislation makes the development member of the community, whose passion in Wednesday, October 23, 2019 and implementation of Vision Zero plans eligi- life service to the Anaheim community. His Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise ble for federal transportation funding under the work in education impacted countless lives. today to recognize the Muslim Community As- Surface Transportation Block Grant program, On behalf of the community, I wish to thank sociation of Ann Arbor and Vicinity’s Mosque the Highway Safety Improvement Program, him for his contributions. Open House. and the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Mr. Peraza was born in 1933 in Jerome, Ari- The Muslim community is an important com- Program. zona. He began his professional career by re- ponent of Michigan’s identity. Since the com- Traffic fatalities in the United States claim ceiving his Bachelor of Arts in Education at munity’s humble beginnings in the state over more than 36,000 lives every year, that is one Northern Arizona University. After college, he 100 years ago, the Muslim community in life approximately every 14 minutes. Fatal moved to Anaheim, California and spent 19 Michigan has grown significantly and today crashes are especially common for the most years as an elementary school teacher. Fur- represents one of the most diverse groups in vulnerable road users, that is, pedestrians, cy- thering his own education, he received a mas- the nation. In 1972, the Muslim Community clists, older Americans, and children. Just yes- ter’s degree in education from the California Association of Ann Arbor and Vicinity (MCA) terday, the National Highway Traffic Safety State University, Fullerton, and completed his was founded by a dedicated group of Muslims Administration (NHTSA) released their annual post graduate work both in psychometry at to better serve the needs of Michigan’s Muslim traffic fatalities report which found a decrease

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.024 E23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1337 in total traffic fatalities but an increase for vul- serious injury. Ms. Bazzi left the vehicle only Asian-Pacific American history and the ongo- nerable road users like pedestrians and cy- after she confirmed all six family members ing fight to combat injustice and bigotry. Brian clists. We need a new approach. The only ac- were safe. also devoted time to other significant commu- ceptable number of traffic fatalities is zero. I am proud that a strong, brave, and coura- nity organizations, serving as a board member In more than 40 urban, rural, and suburban geous woman like Fayrouz Bazzi is a part of for the McKinley Children’s Center and A communities across America, residents, activ- our Dearborn community. As a graduate of the Safer California Foundation. ists, and elected officials have come together University of Michigan-Dearborn, an ICU Brian’s lifetime of service is a testament to to adopt and implement Vision Zero plans. nurse, a business-woman, and a mother, Ms. the tremendous impact one person can have The goal of Vision Zero is the elimination of all Bazzi is not a stranger to adversity and has on a community. I thank him for his 34 years transportation-related fatalities and serious in- consistently displayed a tremendous amount of contributions to Los Angeles and wish him juries. This includes pedestrians, bicyclists, of motivation to tackling and solving every nothing but the best in retirement. transit users, motorists, and passengers. Vi- problem she encounters. Her quick-thinking f sion Zero is an innovative, multifaceted ap- and levelheaded actions in the face of crisis TRIBUTE TO THOMAS LUDWIG proach to improve transportation safety across saved the lives of six children. Undoubtedly, JOHN D’ALESANDRO III TRANS- all transportation modes by using data, new Ms. Bazzi’s commitment to helping others FORMATIONAL MAYOR OF BAL- partnerships, safe planning, and community- makes the community a better place. TIMORE, CHAMPION OF CIVIL focused solutions toward zero traffic fatalities. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join RIGHTS FOR ALL, AND SCION OF The Vision Zero Act of 2019 integrates Vi- me in honoring Dearborn resident, Fayrouz GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY sion Zero into federal transportation policy so Bazzi. Her outstanding efforts in a time of that safety, equity, and proper planning are fi- panic ensured the safety of her family and nally prioritized. other motorists in the community. I am deeply HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE OF TEXAS f appreciative of her selfless actions and her- oism. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION f Wednesday, October 23, 2019 HON. DAN BISHOP CONGRATULATING BRIAN Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise MORIGUCHI ON HIS RETIREMENT to pay tribute to Thomas Ludwig John OF NORTH CAROLINA D’Alesandro III, the Mayor of Baltimore from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JUDY CHU 1967 to 1971, a champion of civil rights and Wednesday, October 23, 2019 equal treatment for all persons, the son of a OF CALIFORNIA former Member of Congress and Mayor of Mr. BISHOP of North Carolina. Madam IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Baltimore, and the older brother of House Speaker, I was unable to attend votes be- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Speaker NANCY PELOSI, the first and only tween October 15 and 23 due to a long stand- woman to ascend to the height of national leg- ing family committment. While this would not Ms. JUDY CHU of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Brian islative power. have changed the outcome, below is how I Thomas Ludwig John D’Alesandro III died Moriguchi on his retirement from a remarkable would have voted on each rollcall. Had I been October 20, 2019 at his home in North Balti- present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall career in public service and law enforcement. For the past 34 years, Brian has served in more at the age of 90. No. 556; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 557; ‘‘nay’’ on Thomas Ludwig John D’Alesandro III was multiple capacities with the Los Angeles Coun- rollcall No. 558; ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 559; elected president of the Baltimore City Council ty Sherriff’s Department. From the start of his ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 560; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. in 1963 before winning election as Mayor of career, Brian fought tirelessly for systemic 561; ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 562; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall Baltimore in 1967 and served until 1971 and change within law enforcement, devoting his No. 563; ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 564; ‘‘yea’’ on whose patience and care ushered Baltimore professional and personal life to fighting for rollcall No. 565; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 566; through a very difficult period. ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 567; ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. justice and fairness. While working as a Ser- Thomas Ludwig John D’Alesandro III was 568; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 569; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall geant, Brian helped develop the Sheriff’s De- born on July 24, 1929, in Baltimore, the first No. 570; ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 571; ‘‘nay’’ on partment’s hate crime policy. He then became of seven children of Thomas Jr. and rollcall No. 572; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 573; the chairperson for the Los Angeles County Annunciata (Lombardi) D’Alesandro. ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 574; and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall Human Relations Commission’s Network Thomas Ludwig John D’Alesandro III grad- No. 575. Against Hate Crimes, which develops pro- uated from Loyola High School and Loyola f grams to combat racism and prejudice in the College, and the University of Maryland county. School of Law, before serving in the United IN RECOGNITION OF FAYROUZ In 2008, Brian was elected president of the States Army from 1952 to 1955. BAZZI FOR HER HEROISM Los Angeles County Professional Peace Offi- When Thomas Ludwig John D’Alesandro III cers Association (PPOA), which represents was elected mayor, Baltimore’s public housing HON. DEBBIE DINGELL over 9,000 active and retired law enforcement was in a state of terrible disrepair, crime was OF MICHIGAN officials. He held this position for more than 10 rising, and the middle class was retreating to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years, becoming the longest serving president the suburbs. in PPOA’s 68-year history. As president, Brian Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Under the mayoral leadership of Thomas successfully undertook a variety of initiatives. Ludwig John D’Alesandro III, things changed Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise He improved communications with PPOA’s as civil rights laws were enacted in the city, today to recognize Fayrouz Bazzi for her her- members, modernized its digital presence, and neighborhood centers were opened, and a oism. Her courageous response to a vehicle improved its outreach. Brian also increased housing and community development depart- fire saved the lives of six people and greatly funding for the organization’s Star & Shield ment was created. He stood for justice and he deserves commendation. Foundation, enabling PPOA to better assist wasn’t afraid to fight for equal rights. He was On August 14, 2019, Fayrouz Bazzi’s vehi- the families of fallen officers. Moreover, Brian privileged to meet Dr. Martin Luther King. He cle overheated and was engulfed in flames on is also lauded for protecting the members’ wanted all to live the American dream. Interstate 275 as she and her family drove to pensions, negotiating better contracts, and During his first four months in office, Thom- buy school supplies at Oak Park Mall. providing support for numerous local charities. as Ludwig John D’Alesandro III appointed Through her remarkable efforts and heroism, Outside of his career, Brian has engaged in more African American persons to govern- Ms. Bazzi was able to stay calm and quickly a variety of civic activities to continuously im- mental offices than any predecessor did over maneuver the car through three lanes of traffic prove the communities around him. He served an entire term. without harming any other motorists. As she as president of the San Fernando Valley Once, at a neighborhood meeting with a directed the car into safety, her sons recall Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens conservative civic group in northeast Baltimore watching flames shoot from the hood while League (JACL), the oldest national Asian-Pa- in 1967 and right before becoming mayor, she provided escape instructions to ensure ev- cific American civil rights organization in the ‘‘was the only person in the room to speak in eryone had a clear exit route once the vehicle country. As president, Brian helped organize favor of equal housing.’’ stopped. As the car burned, all six of Ms. protests, educational programs, field trips, and According to his sister and House Speaker Bazzi’s children were able to escape without other activities to cultivate awareness of NANCY PELOSI, ‘‘Tommy dedicated his life to

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today with MEDICINE’S ‘‘HOSPITAL OF THE affection in memoriam of Congressman Elijah transformational mayor who opened up the FUTURE’’ City of Baltimore politically. My deepest sym- E. Cummings of Baltimore, Maryland. He was pathy to his entire family. a man for our time. Today, I join a grateful nation in honoring f HON. DEBBIE DINGELL the life, as well as, mourning the death of an IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIRE- OF MICHIGAN exceptional American, a man of deep faith in MENT OF REVEREND GREG his creator and fellow human beings. As I JACKSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES learned of Elijah’s passing, I was deeply sad- dened by the loss of such a magnanimous Wednesday, October 23, 2019 HON. JOSH GOTTHEIMER human being, a devoted patriot, and a man whose heart for others never stopped beating. OF NEW JERSEY Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise During my tenure in the House of Representa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to recognize the groundbreaking of Michigan Medicine’s new ‘‘Hospital of the Fu- tives, I had the honor to serve alongside Elijah Wednesday, October 23, 2019 for over 23 years, but it is the greatest privi- ture.’’ The construction of Michigan Medicine’s Mr. GOTTHEIMER. Madam Speaker, I rise lege of all to call him my friend. All Members new adult hospital on its main medical campus who served with him know this similar affinity. today to celebrate the retirement of my good will transform patients’ medical and surgical friend, and a great leader in New Jersey, Pas- The word great is often overused, but Elijah care, improving the lives of many within our tor Greg Jackson. For the last thirty-five years, was truly a great man. He served his district after growing up in South Carolina, Reverend community. This endeavor is worthy of com- in a way that made clear to everyone his Jackson has shared his warmth, integrity, and mendation. unshakable love for the City of Baltimore and compassion with our blessed community in Since the opening of the University of Michi- its people. His love was enduring. His service and passion touched those of us serving in Hackensack, New Jersey. gan Medical School in 1850, Michigan Medi- any capacity. Reverend Jackson is the longest-serving cine has been the site of many transformative pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in the A graduate of Howard University in 1973, medical and technological advancements. Elijah received his bachelor’s in political congregation’s remarkable 130 years. Under Since its humble beginnings, Michigan Medi- the Pastor’s leadership, Mount Olive has con- science and served as the student govern- cine has grown to become one of the largest ment president. Following the completion of tinued to flourish; it serves not only as a vi- his undergraduate degree, he attended the brant spiritual center, but also as a community health care complexes in the state of Michi- University of Maryland where he studied law, dedicated to serving others, especially for gan. Today, the institution continues to ad- which led to two-decades of legal practice in those in need. Among other accomplishments, vance the future of healthcare and lead the the private sector. Elijah also served as the during his tenure, Mount Olive Church built the nation in health care reform, education, and Chief Judge on the Maryland Moot Court, Logan Family Life Center, providing emer- biomedical innovation. where he aided law students in their studies gency assistance, social services and edu- The groundbreaking of Michigan Medicine’s on appellate casework. cational programs, and advancing the church’s new hospital exemplifies the institution’s last- Prior to winning his election to the House of goal of serving humanity. Without question ing commitment to meeting the increasingly Representatives in 1996, in 1982, at only 31 Mount Olive’s success is reflective of the com- complex health care demands of communities years old, Elijah became the youngest chair- passion and selflessness of its spiritual leader. man of the Legislative Black Caucus in the We are truly lucky to have Reverend Jackson across Michigan. The new 12-story facility will include a revolutionary neurological and Maryland House of Delegates. With not only in North Jersey, and I am especially lucky to an impressive 16 years to show for this serv- neurosurgical center, specialty care services call him a friend. He has, more than once, in- ice, he successfully climbed the ranks to be- vited me to speak from his pulpit. I have often for cardiovascular and thoracic patients, and come the first African American to serve as joked that I spent more time praying with Pas- 264 private rooms equipped with universal in- Speaker pro tem—one of the many tor Jackson than my own Rabbi. tensive care. Measuring around 690,000 groundbreaking milestones in his illustrious ca- Reverend Jackson’s efforts to improve the square feet, the hospital will expand Michigan reer. As a trailblazer, Elijah advocated for eco- lives of others extends beyond his work as Medicine’s breadth of services and signifi- nomic and racial justice, and human rights. He pastor at Mount Olive. He founded the Inter- cantly heighten access to medical care com- was constantly working to improve the condi- faith Brotherhood and Sisterhood breakfast, munity-wide. tion of his community that had been dev- has served on Hackensack City committees, astated by the loss of over 30,000 steel jobs, and the Bergen County Council of Churches. Notably, the new facility aligns with the Uni- which brought about great despair. Elijah per- Even in retirement, Reverend Jackson’s serv- versity of Michigan’s commitment to enhancing severed for his people and community using ice will endure as President of the Lott Carey environmental sustainability and continued ef- every opportunity to revitalize and to improve Baptist Foreign Missions Convention. forts to reduce the institution’s carbon foot- his hometown. Over the course of his incredible career, print. Working alongside a team of expert ar- Joining the House of Representatives in Reverend Jackson has traveled across the chitects and engineers, Michigan Medicine 1996, Elijah became the Representative for world to preach, including in South Africa, hopes the new hospital will be a highly effi- the seventh district in Maryland, serving and China, India, Brazil, Cuba, and right here on cient ‘‘green’’ facility and achieve LEED gold dedicated to Baltimore and its suburbs. He the floor of the House of Representatives, was truly a crusader, as he tirelessly fought as status. where he offered the opening prayer as the an advocate against drug abuse, gun violence, Guest Chaplain. He has also welcomed trans- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join and a visionary for home ownership for all and formational leaders to his church, including me in honoring the groundbreaking of Michi- labor unions—issues that so deeply impact JOHN LEWIS and so many other civil rights gan Medicine’s new hospital. It is critical that our nation and his district. Amid racial conflict leaders. I only wish my colleagues had the op- healthcare providers adapt to meet the chang- in his home city, Elijah was able to stand portunity to experience the passion, smarts, ing medical needs of communities nationwide. above the fray in such a riot-torn landscape warmth, wisdom, and conviction of Reverend I am grateful for Michigan’s support in this en- and bring peace and reason. As a man who Jackson for themselves. lived by example, his mantra of standing up deavor. Their revolutionary vision propels our I am proud to recognize Reverend Jackson for one’s beliefs was reflected through his on his remarkable career and wish him many country forward and truly makes them part of years of diligent service and his grace under years of happiness alongside his wife Barbara our nation’s leaders and best. fire.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.033 E23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1339 I can attest, during his medical challenge, and warm, dry summers combined with rich TRIBUTE TO BRIGADIER GENERAL which had been significant and prolonged, he volcanic solids create ideal conditions for our JOHN CLAYTON REPPERT never yielded. His dutiful work sustained the high-quality wheat. Nearly two-thirds of Idaho hope of his family and colleagues. History will wheat is grown under irrigation, allowing for HON. MIKE BOST attest his vision will have laid the foundation Idaho growers to manage the crop to cus- OF ILLINOIS for a more honorable and respectful approach tomers’ specifications. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to governance of a free people. Idaho is one of few states that grows all five Wednesday, October 23, 2019 May I extend my deepest condolences to classes of wheat. his family, his devoted wife Maya, daughter About half of the 100 million bushels pro- Mr. BOST. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Jennifer, and the people of greater Baltimore duced each year in Idaho are exported. Idaho honor the life of Brigadier General John Clay- for sending a man of such substance and is uniquely positioned to access the global ton Reppert of Anna, Illinois, who passed bearing to serve the people of the United marketplace by moving grain through the Co- away peacefully earlier this month. General States. lumbia-Snake River system to Portland, and Reppert dedicated his life to his God, his Elijah, the proud son of Baltimore, left his then onto foreign customers, particularly Asian country, his family and his friends. As a young man, John was a star on his community, our nation, and this world a better markets. place through his service. And for that, we high school football team and worked at his shall remain eternally grateful. May God rest The other half of Idaho’s wheat production hometown, family-owned newspaper, the Anna his soul peacefully and in full communion with goes to domestic markets via trucks and rail Gazette-Democrat. While attending Kansas the power of creation. into products we all know and love like State, he met and later married Patricia Ann Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers, f Rash. Soon after graduating, John was drafted Wheaties and Wheat Chex cereals, pasta, as a private and assigned to Officer Candidate HONORING THE STRAND THEATRE cookies and pastries. School before serving in Vietnam as a Signal ON THE OCCASION OF ITS RIB- This year, the Idaho Wheat Commission is Corps Officer. General Reppert proudly served BON CUTTING CEREMONY celebrating 60 years of service to wheat grow- in the Army for 33 years, with a focus on ers in Idaho providing growers with market de- issues impacting relations between the United HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK velopment, research, and education. States and former Soviet Union. General OF NEW YORK Let it be known that Idaho wheat is Quality Reppert became the Defense Attache´ at the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wheat Simply Grown and let us join Idaho’s U.S. Embassy in Moscow, playing a key role in shaping American military and diplomatic Wednesday, October 23, 2019 wheat growers in celebrating 60 years of the Idaho Wheat Commission. policy. Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise General Reppert earned a master’s degree today to honor The Strand Theatre on the oc- f and a Ph.D., leading him to an influential ca- casion of its Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. reer as a professor. He later taught classes at At nearly a century old, the Strand theatre CELEBRATING BRYAN K. EXUM’S schools such as Harvard University and West has been a staple of the Hudson River com- RETIREMENT Point. He eventually served as Harvard’s Ex- munity since the 1920s. It has played host to ecutive Director for Research. Though he the evolving nature of entertainment since that maintained an extremely busy life after his time. First being used as a Vaudeville theatre, HON. ERIC A. ‘‘RICK’’ CRAWFORD military and educational careers, General it evolved with the times to start featuring OF ARKANSAS Reppert remained involved in his community films. Over the years, the Strand fell into dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a Sunday School teacher at his local repair. However, Hudson River Music Hall church. A devoted husband, father and grand- Productions stepped in and has just finished a Wednesday, October 23, 2019 father, General Reppert lived his life in full full renovation and modernization project to Mr. CRAWFORD. Madam Speaker, I rise measure, leaving his mark on all on who knew bring the Strand back to its former glory. today to celebrate the retirement of Bryan K. him. On behalf of New York’s 21st district, I want Exum. Bryan began his career with Farmers Madam Speaker, please join me in recog- to congratulate Hudson River Music Hall Pro- Home Administration (aka Rural Development) nizing Brigadier General John Reppert of ductions and all those who worked so hard to as a Student Trainee Agriculture Management Anna, Illinois, and celebrate the incredible life revive this historic venue. Historic places like Specialist on May 18, 1980, in the Pine Bluff, he lived. May he rest in peace. the Strand connect us with our history while Jefferson County Office. He worked in that of- f we chart our own paths forward. I look forward fice for three months and then was transferred ELIJAH MARLER EAGLE SCOUT to seeing its renewed role as a centerpiece of as a Student Trainee to the Paragould, the Hudson Falls community and to the new Greene County Office. While working Bryan memories being created there. was attending Arkansas State University in HON. KEN BUCK f Jonesboro and received a degree in Agri- OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMEMORATING IDAHO WHEAT culture Business. In December 1982, he was 60TH ANNIVESARY hired as the Assistant County Supervisor in Wednesday, October 23, 2019 the Greene County Office. In 1989, Bryan was Mr. BUCK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON transferred to the Marianna, Lee County Office recognize Elijah Marler of Boy Scouts of and in 1992 he was selected as the County America Troop 46 from Fort Morgan, Colo- OF IDAHO Supervisor. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rado. On August 28, 2019, Elijah was awarded In 1995 Bryan was selected as the Rural the rank of Eagle Scout for his outstanding ac- Wednesday, October 23, 2019 development Manager for Greene, Craighead complishments. Since 1920, the Boy Scouts of Mr. SIMPSON. Madam Speaker, Idaho is and Poinsett Counties and was an Area Spe- America has helped mold young men in a dis- recognized around the world for producing cialist from August 16, 2007 until January ciplined environment with only a fraction high-quality wheat. Sixty years ago, Idaho 2011, in the Jonesboro Area Office. On Janu- achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Over the wheat farmers decided to join together and ary 16, 20l l, Bryan was selected as the Area years, the Eagle Scout rank has become an form the Idaho Wheat Commission to develop Director for the Jonesboro Area Office. In ad- American icon symbolizing the core principles export markets, conduct research, and edu- dition to his duties as Area Director in of honor, duty, resourcefulness, and courage. cate growers. Jonesboro, he was Acting Area Director for Throughout his time as a scout, Elijah has Much has changed over the past 60 years. the Forrest City Area Office on two different grown as a leader among his peers and is In 2018, Idaho was the highest yielding state occasions for an extended amount of time. dedicated to serving others. For his Eagle in the nation with an average of 90 bushels Bryan K. Exum, throughout his lifetime of Scout service project, Elijah helped organize a per acre. Idaho ranked fifth among wheat pro- service, has played a significant impact on creative mural project at the Converge Day- ducing states at more than 100 million bush- eastern rural Arkansas. Bryan is a loyal and time Treatment Center in Brush, Colorado. els. dedicated Arkansan, and we are a better State This specialized treatment center provides a Idaho has one of the most consistent har- because of his service to the agriculture busi- therapeutic treatment program and targeted vests of any wheat-growing area. Wet springs ness. academic instruction in a structured, small

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.036 E23OCPT1 E1340 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 23, 2019 group setting for students with emotional dis- to the economic development and prosperity 2:30 p.m. abilities or autism spectrum disorders in the of Mountain Home, Idaho: the official transfer Committee on Foreign Relations northeastern Colorado region. Artwork is a of a rail spur from the Mountain Home Air To hold hearings to examine the nomina- critical component of many therapy programs, Force Base to the City of Mountain Home. tions of Roxanne Cabral, of Virginia, to and I commend Elijah for his commitment to With this transfer, the City of Mountain Home be Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Robert S. Gilchrist, serving his community in this capacity. will attract new businesses to the adjoining rail Madam Speaker, it is an honor to recognize industrial park and increase economic activity of Florida, to be Ambassador to the Re- public of Lithuania, and Yuri Kim, of Elijah Marler for his many accomplishments, in the region. This rail spur transfer represents the ex- Guam, to be Ambassador to the Repub- including earning the rank of Eagle Scout. lic of Albania, all of the Department of traordinary teamwork that is so often displayed f State. in Southern Idaho. It took the combined efforts SD–419 PERSONAL EXPLANATION of the City of Mountain Home civic leaders, in- cluding Mayor Richard Sykes; the Mountain OCTOBER 30 HON. TOM COLE Home Economic Development team; the Spe- 10 a.m. OF OKLAHOMA cial Military Liaison to the Governor of Idaho; Committee on Energy and Natural Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mountain Home Air Force Base personnel; sources Subcommittee on Water and Power Wednesday, October 23, 2019 and more to complete the transfer. I also wish to thank the Air Force House Liaison Office, To hold hearings to examine the use of Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, I was not House Armed Service Committee professional technology and innovation to increase water security and enable economic de- present for Roll Call Vote 571 which took staff, and Billy Valderrama and Katherine velopment in the West. place on October 22, 2019. However, if I had Myers on my personal staff for facilitating the been present, I would have voted ‘‘NAY’’ on SD–366 inclusion of the transfer language in the Na- Committee on Environment and Public Ordering the Previous Question; Providing for tional Defense Authorization Act of 2018. consideration of the bill (H.R. 2513) Corporate Works Congratulations to all parties, and I look for- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Transparency Act. ward to following the progress of new eco- tion of Sean O’Donnell, of Maryland, to f nomic development in Mountain Home as a be Inspector General, Environmental result of this rail spur transfer. COMMENDING PASTOR TOMMY Protection Agency. LEGRAND f SD–406 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee on the Judiciary To hold hearings to examine pending HON. DAN BISHOP Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, nominations. OF NORTH CAROLINA agreed to by the Senate of February 4, SD–226 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 23, 2019 tem for a computerized schedule of all Committee on Finance meetings and hearings of Senate com- Subcommittee on Health Care Mr. BISHOP of North Carolina. Madam mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- To hold hearings to examine Medicaid, Speaker, I wish to commend Pastor Tommy tees, and committees of conference. focusing on compliance with eligibility Legrand, who has been a leader in our com- This title requires all such committees requirements. munity for 50 years. to notify the Office of the Senate Daily SD–215 After Tommy Legrand served our country, Digest—designated by the Rules Com- 2:30 p.m. he served in a different capacity as a Pastor mittee—of the time, place and purpose Committee on Armed Services of the Faith Temple Church of God and Christ of the meetings, when scheduled and Subcommittee on Cybersecurity in Hamlet, NC. Starting with street-side ser- any cancellations or changes in the To receive a closed briefing on Depart- mons, Legrand has shepherded the church to meetings as they occur. ment of Defense cyber operations. become a figure in the local community. He As an additional procedure along SVC–217 has started several ministries within the with the computerization of this infor- Committee on the Budget church such as the Southview Learning Cen- mation, the Office of the Senate Daily To hold hearings to examine the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990. ter, Faith Academy, Prayer and Faith Temple Digest will prepare this information for Food Pantry and Life Center which continue to SD–608 printing in the Extensions of Remarks Committee on Homeland Security and serve countless members of our society. section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Pastor Legrand continued to follow his call- Governmental Affairs on Monday and Wednesday of each Subcommittee on Federal Spending Over- ing and later graduated from Shaw University week. sight and Emergency Management with a Master’s degree in religion and philos- Meetings scheduled for Thursday, Oc- To hold hearings to examine the unau- ophy, and later from Family Bible Institute with tober 24, 2019 may be found in the Daily thorized and unaccountable govern- a Doctorate in divinity 2015. As a prayer lead- Digest of today’s RECORD. ment. er in the National Church of God in Christ and MEETINGS SCHEDULED SD–342 the Greater North Carolina jurisdiction, and Committee on the Judiciary even on his own radio ministry, Pastor OCTOBER 29 Subcommittee on Intellectual Property To hold hearings to examine promoting Legrand is a true example of a life dedicated 9:30 a.m. to service in every sense of the word. It is a Committee on Armed Services the useful arts, focusing on how Con- pleasure and an honor to represent him in To hold hearings to examine the nomina- gress can prevent the issuance of poor Congress. tions of Lisa W. Hershman, of Indiana, quality patents. SD–226 f to be Chief Management Officer, Dana S. Deasy, of Virginia, to be Chief Infor- COMMEMORATING THE COMPLE- mation Officer, and Robert John Sand- OCTOBER 31 TION OF A RAIL SPUR TRANS- er, of Virginia, to be General Counsel 9:30 a.m. FER IN MOUNTAIN HOME, IDAHO of the Department of the Navy, all of Committee on Homeland Security and the Department of Defense. Governmental Affairs SD–G50 To hold hearings to examine supply HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON 10 a.m. chain security, global competitiveness, OF IDAHO Committee on Commerce, Science, and and 5G. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Transportation SD–342 Wednesday, October 23, 2019 To hold hearings to examine aviation safety and the future of Boeing’s 737 Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to MAX. acknowledge the completion of project critical SH–216

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:30 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23OC8.041 E23OCPT1 Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Daily Digest Senate Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year end- Chamber Action ing September 30, 2020, taking action on the fol- Routine Proceedings, pages S6051–S6134 lowing amendments proposed thereto: Pages S6080–86 Measures Introduced: Twenty-two bills and three Pending: resolutions were introduced, as follows: S. Shelby Amendment No. 948, in the nature of a 2669–2690, S. Res. 374–375, and S. Con. Res. 28. substitute. Page S6080 Pages S6091–92 McConnell (for Shelby) Amendment No. 950, to Measures Reported: make a technical correction. Page S6080 S. 1751, to amend the Reclamation Project Act of Walker Nomination—Agreement: A unani- 1939 to authorize pumped storage hydropower de- mous-consent agreement was reached providing that velopment utilizing multiple Bureau of Reclamation notwithstanding the provisions of Rule XXII, the reservoirs, with an amendment. (S. Rept. No. motion to invoke cloture on the nomination of Jus- 116–140) tin Reed Walker, of Kentucky, to be United States S. 1821, to amend the Energy Independence and District Judge for the Western District of Kentucky, Security Act of 2007 to provide for research on, and ripen at 12 noon, on Thursday, October 24, 2019; the development and deployment of, marine energy, and that if cloture is invoked on the nomination, at with amendments. (S. Rept. No. 116–141) 1:45 p.m., Senate vote on confirmation of the nomi- S. 1931, to require the Administrator of the nation, with no intervening action or debate. Western Area Power Administration to establish a Page S6086 pilot project to provide increased transparency for A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- customers. (S. Rept. No. 116–142) viding that at approximately 10 a.m., on Thursday, S. 2137, to promote energy savings in residential October 24, 2019, Senate resume consideration of buildings and industry, with amendments. (S. Rept. the nomination. Page S6134 No. 116–143) S. 2333, to provide for enhanced energy grid secu- Messages from the House: Page S6089 rity. (S. Rept. No. 116–144) Measures Referred: Page S6089 H.R. 1420, to amend the Energy Independence Measures Placed on the Calendar: Page S6089 and Security Act of 2007 to promote energy effi- ciency via information and computing technologies. Executive Communications: Pages S6089–91 (S. Rept. No. 116–145) Page S6091 Petitions and Memorials: Page S6091 Measures Failed: Additional Cosponsors: Pages S6092–94 SALT Congressional Review Act: By 43 yeas to Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: 52 nays (Vote No. 331), Senate failed to pass to S.J. Pages S6094–95 Res. 50, providing for congressional disapproval Additional Statements: Pages S6088–89 under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service, Amendments Submitted: Pages S6096–S6133 Department of the Treasury, relating to ‘‘Contribu- Authorities for Committees to Meet: tions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits’’. Pages S6133–34 Pages S6053–80 Privileges of the Floor: Page S6134 Measures Considered: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. Agencies Appropriations Act: Senate continued (Total—331) Page S6080 consideration of H.R. 3055, making appropriations Adjournment: Senate convened at 9:30 a.m. and for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, adjourned at 6:15 p.m., until 10 a.m. on Thursday, D1152

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:07 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D23OC9.REC D23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1153 October 24, 2019. (For Senate’s program, see the re- WATER RESOURCES INFRASTRUCTURE marks of the Majority Leader in today’s Record on Committee on Environment and Public Works: Com- page S6134.) mittee concluded a hearing to examine improving American economic competitiveness through water Committee Meetings resources infrastructure, after receiving testimony from Lieutenant General Todd T. Semonite, Chief of (Committees not listed did not meet) Engineers, Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense; and Charlotte Bertrand, Deputy Assistant SYRIA Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency. Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs concluded WESTERN BALKANS a hearing to examine United States policy and assist- Committee on Foreign Relations: Subcommittee on Eu- ance in Syria, after receiving testimony from James rope and Regional Security Cooperation concluded a F. Jeffrey, Special Representative for Syria Engage- hearing to examine successes and unfinished business ment and the Special Envoy to the Global Coalition in the Western Balkans, after receiving testimony to Defeat ISIS, Department of State. from Matthew A. Palmer, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs; SPECTRUM OF CONFLICT and Janusz Bugajski, Center for European Policy Committee on Armed Services: Subcommittee on Analysis, and Majda Ruge, Johns Hopkins Univer- SeaPower received a closed briefing on the Navy’s sity Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International ‘‘Spectrum of Conflict’’ strategic framework from Studies, both of Washington, D.C. Vice Admiral Stuart B. Munsch, USN, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations, Plans and Strat- MARIJUANA AND AMERICA’S HEALTH egy, Department of Defense. United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control: Caucus concluded a hearing to examine SATELLITE TELEVISION EXTENSION AND marijuana and America’s health, focusing on ques- LOCALISM ACT tions and issues for policy makers, including S. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: 2032, to expand research on the cannabidiol and Committee concluded a hearing to examine the reau- marihuana, after receiving testimony from Jerome thorization of the Satellite Television Extension and Adams, Surgeon General of the United States, De- Localism Act, after receiving testimony from Emily partment of Health and Human Services; Nora Barr, Graham Media Group, Chicago, Illinois, on be- Volkow, Director, National Institute of Drug Abuse; half of the National Association of Broadcasters; Robert Fitzgerald, University of California, San Denny Law, Golden West Telecommunications Co- Diego; Staci Gruber, Harvard Medical School, Bos- operative, Inc., Wall, South Dakota; Rob Thun, ton, Massachusetts; Sean Hennessy, University of AT&T, Dallas, Texas; J.C. Watts, Black News Chan- Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadel- nel, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and Jonathan phia; and Madeline Meier, Arizona State University, Schwantes, Consumer Reports, Washington, D.C. Tempe. h House of Representatives Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein she Chamber Action appointed Representative Rush to act as Speaker pro Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 54 pub- tempore for today. Page H8391 lic bills, H.R. 4801–4854; and 4 resolutions, H.J. Recess: The House recessed at 10:35 a.m. and re- Res. 78; H. Con. Res. 69; and H. Res. 652–653 convened at 12 noon. Page H8395 were introduced. Pages H8455–57 Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections for a Additional Cosponsors: Pages H8459–60 Lasting Democracy Act: The House passed H.R. Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. 4617, to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to clarify the obligation to report acts of

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:07 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D23OC9.REC D23OCPT1 D1154 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST October 23, 2019 foreign election influence and require implementa- FBI to submit a report to Congress on how they are tion of compliance and reporting systems by Federal managing and responding to notifications from po- campaigns to detect and report such acts, by a re- litical committees; Pages H8431–32 corded vote of 227 ayes to 181 noes, Roll No. 583. Delgado amendment (No. 8 printed in part B of Pages H8398–H8403, H8409, H8410–H8442 H. Rept. 116–253) that requires the Federal Elec- Rejected the Rodney Davis (IL) motion to recom- tion Commission to do an analysis of the extent to mit the bill to the Committee on House Adminis- which illicit foreign money was used to carry out tration with instructions to report the same back to disinformation and propaganda campaigns focused on the House forthwith with an amendment, by a re- depressing turnout among rural communities and corded vote of 182 ayes to 225 noes, Roll No. 582. the success or failure of these efforts, together with Pages H8439–42 recommendations to address these efforts in future Pursuant to the Rule, it shall be in order to con- elections; Pages H8432–33 sider as an original bill for the purpose of amend- Houlahan amendment (No. 9 printed in part B of ment under the five-minute rule an amendment in H. Rept. 116–253) that codifies the FEC definition the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 116–35, modified by the of ‘‘substantial assistance’’ for an illegal foreign amendment printed in part A of H. Rept. 116–253, transaction and defines what it means to ‘‘know- in lieu of the amendment in the nature of a sub- ingly’’ abet a foreign entity, consistent with FEC stitute recommended by the Committee on House regulations; Pages H8433–34 Administration now printed in the bill. Slotkin amendment (No. 10 printed in part B of Pages H8418–24 H. Rept. 116–253) that directs GAO to conduct an Agreed to: assessment of current exemptions of FARA registra- DeSaulnier amendment (No. 1 printed in part B tion requirements and what adjustments should be of H. Rept. 116–253) that requires the FEC to no- made to prevent foreign funding from influencing tify states within 30 days of making a determination U.S. elections and political processes; Pages H8434–35 that a foreign national has initiated or attempted to Sherrill amendment (No. 11 printed in part B of initiate a disinformation campaign targeted at an H. Rept. 116–253) that expands from 60 days be- election in a state; Pages H8424–25 fore an election to 90 days the provisions on know- Lynch amendment (No. 3 printed in part B of H. ingly prohibiting deceptive practices in federal elec- Rept. 116–253) that generally prohibits the use of tions, including knowingly providing false informa- deepfakes within 60 days of a federal election and es- tion about the time or place of voting, qualifications tablishes corresponding criminal and civil penalties; for voting, or public endorsements; Pages H8435–36 Pages H8426–27 Cunningham amendment (No. 12 printed in part Levin (MI) amendment (No. 4 printed in part B B of H. Rept. 116–253) that requires the Federal of H. Rept. 116–253) that prohibits foreign nation- Election Commission to include in its report to Con- als from influencing American elections by setting gress an analysis of disinformation campaigns focused up shell companies; Pages H8427–28 on depressing turnout among African-American and Langevin amendment (No. 5 printed in part B of other minority communities; Page H8436 H. Rept. 116–253) that directs the Federal Elections Cunningham amendment (No. 13 printed in part Commission to commission an independent study B of H. Rept. 116–253) that requires the Federal and report on media literacy with respect to online Election Commission to include in its report to Con- political content consumption among voting-age gress an analysis of disinformation campaigns focused Americans; Pages H8428–30 Swalwell (CA) amendment (No. 6 printed in part on influencing military servicemembers and veterans B of H. Rept. 116–253) that includes a candidates along with recommendations to address these efforts; immediate family members among those whose di- and Pages H8436–37 rect or indirect contacts or communications with a Spanberger amendment (No. 14 printed in part B covered foreign national may amount to a reportable of H. Rept. 116–253) that requires that online plat- foreign contact with the term immediate family form records of purchase requests for qualified polit- member meaning a candidate’s parent, parent-in-law, ical advertisements include a statement that a person spouse, adult child, or sibling; Pages H8430–31 is acting as the agent of a foreign principal and the Brown (MD) amendment (No. 7 printed in part identification of the foreign principal involved, when B of H. Rept. 116–253) that requires the FBI to applicable; qualified political advertisements include confirm receipt when a political committee issues a ads related to national legislative issues of public im- notification that they have been contacted by a re- portance. Pages H8437–38 portable foreign contact; additionally, requires the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:07 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D23OC9.REC D23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1155 Rejected: SABOTAGE: THE TRUMP Lesko amendment (No. 2 printed in part B of H. ADMINISTRATION’S ATTACK ON HEALTH Rept. 116–253) that sought to remove the require- CARE ment that the Attorney General communicate correc- Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on tive actions to the public (by a recorded vote of 180 Oversight and Investigations held a hearing entitled ayes to 231 noes, Roll No. 582). ‘‘Sabotage: The Trump Administration’s Attack on Pages H8425–26, H8438–39, H8441–42 Health Care’’. Testimony was heard from Seema H. Res. 650, the rule providing for consideration Verma, Administrator, Centers for Medicare and of the bill (H.R. 4617) was agreed to by a yea-and- Medicaid Services, Department of Health and nay vote of 226 yeas to 180 nays, Roll No. 580, Human Services. after the previous question was ordered by a yea-and- BUILDING A 100 PERCENT CLEAN nay vote of 223 yeas to 180 nays, Roll No. 579. ECONOMY: SOLUTIONS FOR PLANES, Pages H8409–10 TRAINS AND EVERYTHING BEYOND Suspension: The House agreed to suspend the rules AUTOMOBILES and pass the following measure: Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Debbie Smith Reauthorization Act of 2019: Environment and Climate Change held a hearing en- H.R. 777, amended, to reauthorize programs author- titled ‘‘Building a 100 Percent Clean Economy: So- ized under the Debbie Smith Act of 2004, by a 2⁄3 lutions for Planes, Trains and Everything Beyond yea-and-nay vote of 402 yeas to 1 nay, Roll No. Automobiles’’. Testimony was heard from Fred Felleman, Commissioner, Port of Seattle and the 584. Pages H8403–09, H8442–43 Northwest Seaport Alliance; and public witnesses. Meeting Hour: Agreed by unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet AN EXAMINATION OF FACEBOOK AND ITS at 9 a.m. tomorrow, October 24th, and further when IMPACT ON THE FINANCIAL SERVICES AND HOUSING SECTORS the House adjourns on that day, it adjourn to meet at 12 noon on Monday, October 28th for Morning Committee on Financial Services: Full Committee held Hour debate. Page H8443 a hearing entitled ‘‘An Examination of Facebook and Its Impact on the Financial Services and Housing Senate Referral: S. 1590 was held at the desk. Sectors’’. Testimony was heard from a public wit- Senate Message: Message received from the Senate ness. by the Clerk and subsequently presented to the THE BETRAYAL OF OUR SYRIAN KURDISH House today appears on page H8398. PARTNERS: HOW WILL AMERICAN Quorum Calls—Votes: Three yea-and-nay votes FOREIGN POLICY AND LEADERSHIP and three recorded votes developed during the pro- RECOVER? ceedings of today and appear on pages H8409, Committee on Foreign Affairs: Full Committee held a H8409–10, H8438, H8441–42, H8442, and hearing entitled ‘‘The Betrayal of our Syrian Kurdish H8443. There were no quorum calls. Partners: How Will American Foreign Policy and Adjournment: The House met at 10 a.m. and ad- Leadership Recover?’’. Testimony was heard from journed at 8:06 p.m. James F. Jeffrey, Special Representative for Syria En- gagement and Special Envoy to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, Department of State; and Matthew Committee Meetings Palmer, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Euro- pean and Eurasian Affairs, Department of State. THE FUTURE OF WORK: PRESERVING THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S FY 2020 WORKER PROTECTIONS IN THE MODERN BUDGET AND U.S. POLICY TOWARD ECONOMY LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN Committee on Education and Labor: Subcommittee on Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions; and Sub- Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, and Trade committee on Workforce Protections held a joint held a hearing entitled ‘‘The Trump Administra- hearing entitled ‘‘The Future of Work: Preserving tion’s FY 2020 Budget and U.S. Policy toward Latin Worker Protections in the Modern Economy’’. Testi- America and the Caribbean’’. Testimony was heard mony was heard from public witnesses. from Michael G. Kozak, Acting Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Department of State; John Barsa, Assistant Administrator, Bureau

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:07 Oct 24, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D23OC9.REC D23OCPT1 October 23, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1157 Access to Medication Act of 2019’’; and H.R. 3708, Committee on the Judiciary: business meeting to consider the ‘‘Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2019’’. H.R. S. 2511, to amend title 40, United States Code, to pro- 4742, H.R. 4716, H.R. 1922, and H.R. 3708 were vide the Marshal of the Supreme Court of the United ordered reported, as amended. States and Supreme Court Police with the authority to protect the Chief Justice of the United States, any Asso- ciate Justice of the Supreme Court, and other individuals Joint Meetings in any location, and the nominations of Halil Suleyman No joint committee meetings were held. Ozerden, of Mississippi, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit, Danielle J. Hunsaker, of Or- f egon, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Ninth COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR THURSDAY, Circuit, Steven J. Menashi, to be United States Circuit OCTOBER 24, 2019 Judge for the Second Circuit, William Joseph Nardini, of Connecticut, to be United States Circuit Judge for the (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Second Circuit, Jodi W. Dishman, to be United States Senate District Judge for the Western District of Oklahoma, Karen Spencer Marston, to be United States District Committee on Armed Services: to hold hearings to examine Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Richard the nomination of Vice Admiral Charles A. Richard, USN, to be Admiral and Commander, United States Stra- Earnest Myers II, to be United States District Judge for tegic Command, Department of Defense, 9 a.m., the Eastern District of North Carolina, Sarah E. Pitlyk, SD–G50. to be United States District Judge for the Eastern Dis- Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: to trict of Missouri, Anuraag Singhal, to be United States hold hearings to examine data ownership, focusing on ex- District Judge for the Southern District of Florida, Daniel ploring implications for data privacy rights and data valu- Mack Traynor, to be United States District Judge for the ation, 10 a.m., SD–538. District of North Dakota, and David M. DeVillers, to be Committee on Finance: to hold hearings to examine treat- United States Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio, ing substance misuse in America, focusing on scams, Department of Justice, 9:30 a.m., SD–226. shortfalls, and solutions, 9 a.m., SD–215. Select Committee on Intelligence: to receive a closed brief- Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: ing to examine certain intelligence matters, 2 p.m., Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, with the SH–219. Subcommittee on Regulatory Affairs and Federal Manage- House ment, to hold a joint hearing to examine E–Rulemaking comment systems, 10 a.m., SD–342. No hearings are scheduled.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Thursday, October 24 9 a.m., Thursday, October 24

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Thursday: Senate will resume consideration Program for Thursday: House will meet in Pro Forma of the nomination of Justin Reed Walker, of Kentucky, session at 9 a.m. to be United States District Judge for the Western Dis- trict of Kentucky, and vote on the motion to invoke clo- ture thereon at 12 noon. If cloture is invoked on the nomination, Senate will vote on confirmation of the nom- ination at 1:45 p.m. (Senate will recess from 10:30 a.m. until 12 noon to allow for the lying in state of Representative Elijah E. Cummings, from the State of Maryland.)

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Davis, Rodney, Ill., E1330 Levin, Andy, Mich., E1329 Dingell, Debbie, Mich., E1329, E1330, E1332, E1333, McEachin, A. Donald, Va., E1336 Bishop, Dan, N.C., E1337, E1340 E1334, E1335, E1336, E1337, E1338 Pingree, Chellie, Me., E1336 Blumenauer, Earl, Ore., E1336 Dunn, Neal P., Fla., E1332, E1335 Rutherford, John H., Fla., E1333 Bost, Mike, Ill., E1339 Evans, Dwight, Pa., E1332 Schakowsky, Janice D., Ill., E1331 Boyle, Brendan F., Pa., E1335 Foster, Bill, Ill., E1331 Buck, Ken, Colo., E1339 Gottheimer, Josh, N.J., E1335, E1338 Sherman, Brad, Calif., E1334 Burchett, Tim, Tenn., E1335 Green, Mark E., Tenn., E1329 Simpson, Michael K., Idaho, E1339, E1340 Chu, Judy, Calif., E1337 Hayes, Jahana, Conn., E1334 Spanberger, Abigail Davis, Va., E1334 Cole, Tom, Okla., E1340 Jackson Lee, Sheila, Tex., E1337 Stefanik, Elise M., N.Y., E1339 Collins, Doug, Ga., E1330, E1332 Kaptur, Marcy, Ohio, E1338 Taylor, Van, Tex., E1329, E1330, E1331, E1332, E1333 Correa, J. Luis, Calif., E1332, E1333, E1336 Kinzinger, Adam, Ill., E1335 Walorski, Jackie, Ind., E1330 Crawford, Eric A. ‘‘Rick’’, Ark., E1339 Larsen, Rick, Wash., E1334

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