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Vol. 153 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2007 No. 17 House of Representatives The House met at 2 p.m. and was PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE FATHER ROBERT DRINAN called to order by the Speaker pro tem- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the (Ms. NORTON asked and was given pore (Mr. BAIRD). gentleman from Texas (Mr. POE) come permission to address the House for 1 f forward and lead the House in the minute.) DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER Pledge of Allegiance. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in PRO TEMPORE Mr. POE led the Pledge of Allegiance honor of Robert Drinan, or Father Rob- as follows: ert Drinan as he was always known, The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- the only priest to serve in the House of I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the fore the House the following commu- Representatives. He was the colleague nication from the Speaker: United States of America, and to the Repub- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, of many who are still in the House. He HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. was my own colleague at Georgetown Washington, DC, January 29, 2007. Law School where he served on the fac- I hereby appoint the Honorable BRIAN f ulty after he left the Congress. BAIRD to act as Speaker pro tempore on this Father Drinan, while he was in Con- day. gress, wore his priestly garb because he NANCY PELOSI, HONORING THE AMERICAN always considered himself a priest, but Speaker of the House of Representatives. UNIVERSITY IN BULGARIA when asked why he did not put on ci- f (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina vilian clothes, he said, ‘‘It’s the only PRAYER asked and was given permission to ad- clothes I have.’’ And they were. The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. dress the House for 1 minute and to re- He bowed to the discipline of his church when the ruling came down Coughlin, offered the following prayer: vise and extend his remarks.) ‘‘Stern as death is love, relentless as Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. that priests should not serve in a legislative body. He took many of the con- the nether world is devotion; its flames Speaker, this weekend I participated in cerns he had brought to this floor with are a blazing fire. Dry waters cannot the American University in Bulgaria’s him into books and studies, particu- quench love, nor floods sweep it away.’’ Board of Trustees meetings. I am hon- larly in the field of international Lord God, Your word strikes to the ored to serve on the board which pro- human rights. heart. One is not deceived by love and motes world-class education for students throughout Eastern Europe. I am beginning work on a resolution devotion, for true love expands one’s in honor of Father Drinan. He has al- vision and moves one to be focused be- This September marks the university’s 16th year. The first American- ready been honored by this House with yond self-interest. the Congressional Distinguished Serv- Measure our faith and commitment style undergraduate liberal arts educational institution in Eastern Europe, ice Award. to truth by the intensity and sincerity We are going to be on a retreat on AUBG has more than quadrupled in of our love and devotion. May our love Thursday. I hope that we can make size since its opening. University Presi- of country and devotion to the work of some arrangements so that many of us dent Michael Easton, Provost Ann government lead us to a deeper respect who would want to attend the funeral Ferren, and Chairman of the Board for people and for other nations and on Thursday may do that and then go David Glanagan are to be commended cultures as well. to the retreat. Help this Nation create systems of for their dedication to AUBG and their I will save further remarks for such communication, reconciliation and col- vision for its future. time as a resolution or other fitting pe- laboration that will confirm love and As the people of Bulgaria continue riod of memorial for Father Drinan is build trust now and forever. their democratic transformation, offered here on the House floor. AUBG’s mission statement best exem- Amen. f f plifies the institution’s commitment to Bulgaria’s prosperity, The mission of SEND ME HOME SO I WON’T GO TO THE JOURNAL the American University in Bulgaria is JAIL The SPEAKER pro tempore. The to educate future leaders committed to (Mr. POE asked and was given per- Chair has examined the Journal of the serving the needs of the region by pro- mission to address the House for 1 last day’s proceedings and announces moting the values of an open, demo- minute.) to the House his approval thereof. cratic society. Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, crimes by Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- In conclusion, God bless our troops, illegals continue to plague American nal stands approved. and we will never forget September 11. cities.

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The bills that all Members can support, al- mine, with Fort Campbell, with our judge in that case set a $150,000 bond, beit that they are not as strong as we National Guard men and women, it is and the defendant actually made the would like, they are mischaracterized. one that we talk about a lot. bond; but ICE arrested the individual Over the weekend, I read most of the Mr. Speaker, one of the things that I and took him to an immigration judge debate that went on last week about do fear is that in this debate, as we for deportation. Vallejo begged the im- H.R. 476 dealing with ethics reform in talk about it, we have lost civility in migration judge to deport him so he the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: ‘‘Please this debate. It has been of great con- wouldn’t have to be tried in Illinois for take note. The Democratic leadership cern to me that I have heard of some of the State charge. The judge, unaware of this institution plans to clean up the the actions of the protesters who came of the rape charges, agreed and ordered criminal and ethical morass it inher- to our Nation’s capital this weekend. I Vallejo immediately deported back to ited. This bill is a down payment on am deeply disturbed by the report of a Mexico. But before Vallejo could pull the new ethical climate control system veteran who was counterprotesting the off this legalized jail break from Illi- we are building. protesters that were here, and he was nois, he was rearrested to stand ‘‘The American people deserve to spat upon by those protesters, spat charges on the rape case. know that criminal unethical behavior upon, a man who fought for our free- Federal authorities should not order by any of our colleagues will be pun- dom, to protect the freedom that al- illegals like Vallejo deported until ished and that the penalties for vio- lows them to have a protest. That is they have been tried and served prison lating the sacred trust which has been shameful, and they should be ashamed; time for their crimes in State criminal bestowed upon us by our voters and the they should be dealt with. courts; then they should be deported, States we represent will be sub- You know, one of the things that we otherwise more illegals will agree to be stantive, serious and not window dress- continue to hear from the Iraqis is, do deported before their criminal trials ing.’’ not leave us until we are stable. That, and try to fraudulently avoid U.S. jus- Well, ladies and gentlemen, we Mr. Speaker, is something that we need tice and the consequences of their passed a bill tougher than the bill that to remember. It is imperative that we crimes by hiding in their own home- was passed last week in the last Con- make certain that they move to sta- land. gress, and we don’t need to keep mak- bility and productivity. And that’s just the way it is. ing these kinds of comments if we want f f a bipartisan relationship. COMMUNICATION FROM THE HOUSE RESOLUTION 92 f CLERK OF THE HOUSE (Mr. ISSA asked and was given per- SPRAY PAINTING THE CAPITOL The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- mission to address the House for 1 (Mr. STEARNS asked and was given fore the House the following commu- minute and to revise and extend his re- permission to address the House for 1 nication from the Clerk of the House of marks.) minute and to revise and extend his re- Representatives: Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, this weekend marks.) OFFICE OF THE CLERK, over 300 Members of the House violated Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, this HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, the House rules. They did so not with Saturday tens of thousands of pro- Washington, DC, January 26, 2007. malice or any intent to violate the testers protested on the National Mall Hon. NANCY PELOSI, rules, but they did so because of the the war on Iraq, and in particular, the Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. hubris of the leadership of the House. 21,500 troop surge. These Americans ex- DEAR MADAM SPEAKER: Pursuant to the Today, Mr. Speaker, the rules of the ercised their first amendment right, permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II House prohibit Members from taking and indeed, I am grateful to live in a of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- nongovernmental aircraft by any orga- Nation where we can protest govern- tives, the Clerk received the following mes- nization, any corporation that has a ment policies. However, my colleagues, sage from the Secretary of the Senate on lobbyist. Mr. Speaker, I might point I read in The Hill newspaper one trou- January 26, 2007, at 11:30 am: That the Senate passed without amend- out that there are lobbyists for United bling incident that arose. It says, 300 ment H.R. 188. Airlines, Delta, U.S. Air and a litany of self-described anarchists spray-painted With best wishes, I am, other airlines. These rules are unfair, symbols and slogans on the west front Sincerely, unreasonable and unenforceable, but steps of the United States Capitol KAREN L. HAAS, they have not yet been changed; and building. Clerk of the House. under a closed rule, it was a take-it-or- More puzzling, the article says that f leave-it on the entire package. helpless Capitol Police officers ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Mr. Speaker, I submitted for the watched, reporting that they were or- PRO TEMPORE House H. Res. 92 in order to clarify and dered to avoid confronting the group. reform these foolish, foolish rules that It seems U.S. Capitol Police Chief Phil- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- were instituted without any debate, lip Morse defends that the graffiti was ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair without any hearings, and even with- ‘‘easily removed’’ and, most signifi- will postpone further proceedings out much notice. I would ask the House cantly, the building was secure from today on motions to suspend the rules to seriously consider, Is it time to the artists’ entry. on which a recorded vote or the yeas begin being honest and reputable? Isn’t I am not sure I agree with such and nays are ordered, or on which the there a time to not break the rules and dismissiveness. Protected free speech vote is objected to under clause 6 of say, ‘‘But everyone’s doing it’’? does not include vandalism. I ask the rule XX. Record votes on postponed questions f Speaker to investigate. Peacefully as- sembling to protest is permissible, de- will be taken after 6:30 p.m. today. DEMOCRATS’ BROKEN PROMISES facing public property is unacceptable f (Ms. FOXX asked and was given per- and it should not happen again. b 1415 mission to address the House for 1 f minute.) LANE EVANS POST OFFICE Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, last year, PROTESTERS LOSE CIVILITY BUILDING Democrats promised the most bipar- (Mrs. BLACKBURN asked and was Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I move to tisan Congress ever in the history of given permission to address the House suspend the rules and pass the bill our Congress. What we have seen so far for 1 minute and to revise and extend (H.R. 521) to designate the facility of is about as far from that as I could her remarks.) the United States Postal Service lo- imagine. Not only have the rules been Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, you cated at 2633 11th Street in Rock Is- broken in terms of bills being rammed know, the subject of Iraq and the war land, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane Evans Post through, not going through regular in Iraq, the global war on terror, is in- Office Building’’.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 00:46 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.004 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H949 The Clerk read as follows: and Mr. DANNY DAVIS, chairman of the staff were always ready, willing and H.R. 521 Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, able to go the extra mile in assisting Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Postal Service, and the District of Co- them. resentatives of the United States of America in lumbia; and to the leadership for their Although Lane was a man who deliv- Congress assembled, consideration of this tribute to a great ered on his promises to bring jobs, he SECTION 1. LANE EVANS POST OFFICE BUILDING. Congressman, Lane Evans. also had three outpatient clinics built, (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the Mr. Speaker, it is with great admira- and what mattered most to the people United States Postal Service located at 2633 tion and respect that I rise today in was the manner in which he rep- 11th Street in Rock Island, Illinois, shall be support of H.R. 521, a bill to designate resented them. What always struck me known and designated as the ‘‘Lane Evans the United States Postal Service facil- most about Lane was the humility he Post Office Building’’. showed. (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, ity located at 2633 11th Street in Rock map, regulation, document, paper, or other Island, Illinois, as the Lane Evans Post I thank the gentlewoman for allow- record of the United States to the facility re- Office Building. ing me to speak this morning on behalf ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to Mr. Speaker, there is no one more de- of the wonderful Congressman, and I be a reference to the ‘‘Lane Evans Post Of- serving of this recognition than Con- urge all my colleagues to support H.R. fice Building’’. gressman Lane Evans. On January 17, 521. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Mr. LAHOOD and I introduced this bill, Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlelady from the BAIRD). Pursuant to the rule, the gen- and within days we received over- District of Columbia, Ms. HOLMES NORTON for tlewoman from the District of Colum- whelming support in favor of this legis- bringing this measure to the floor of the bia (Ms. NORTON) and the gentleman lation. To date, 82 of my colleagues House. I thank the gentleman from the great from California (Mr. ISSA) each will from both sides of the aisle have signed State of Illinois and co-author of H.R. 521, Mr. control 20 minutes. on as cosponsors of H.R. 521. Not only LAHOOD, for his leadership and the Illinois Del- The Chair recognizes the gentle- have Members of Congress expressed egation for their support. Thanks to the distin- woman from the District of Columbia. support for the bill, but it has also guished Chairman of the Oversight and Gov- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I yield been well-received by staff members; ernment Reform Committee, Mr. WAXMAN and myself such time as I may consume. one staff member saying ‘‘Anything for Mr. DANNY DAVIS, Chairman of the Sub- Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join my Lane’’ and another stating, ‘‘He’s a committee on Federal Workforce, Postal Serv- colleagues and particularly the origi- great man who I have tremendous re- ice, and the District of Columbia. And to the nal cosponsor of this resolution, Mr. spect and admiration for.’’ Leadership for their consideration of this trib- HARE of Illinois, in the consideration of We all know what kind of man Lane ute to Congressman Lane Evans. H.R. 521, legislation naming a postal is, but for those who have yet to make Mr. Speaker, it is with great admiration and facility in Rock Island, Illinois, after his acquaintance, I am honored to have respect that I rise today in support of H.R. former Member of Congress Lane the opportunity to share with you the 521, a bill to designate the United States Post- Evans. This measure, sponsored by Mr. story of a very rare politician. al Service facility located at 2633 11th Street in Rock Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane Evans HARE, was unanimously supported by I met Lane on the campaign trail our committee and has the support and back in 1976. We were two young Post Office Building’’. Mr. Speaker, there is no one more deserv- co-sponsorship of the entire Illinois dreamers with the mutual goal of making of this recognition than Congressman Lane delegation. ing a difference in this world. Soon Evans. On January 17, Mr. LAHOOD and I in- Mr. Evans proudly served our coun- after the election, we became a team. I troduced this bill and within days we received try as a Marine during the Vietnam traveled with Lane from one end of the overwhelming support in favor of the legisla- War and was an outspoken voice for all district to another as he provided his tion. To date, 82 of my colleagues from both veterans in the House of Representa- legal services to working families, chil- sides of the aisle have signed on as cospon- tives. During his 24-year political ca- dren and the poor. I can recall many sors of H.R. 521. Not only have Members of reer, he sought aid for homeless vets, times when Lane offered his services Congress expressed support for the bill, but it championed benefits for soldiers ex- free of charge to elderly men and has also been well-received by staff members, posed to Agent Orange, and was an women in need of a will. It was not too one staff member saying ‘‘Anything for Lane’’ early critic of the Iraq War. He chaired long before the people of the 17th Dis- and another stating ‘‘He’s a great man who I the Vietnam-Era Veterans Caucus and trict of Illinois rewarded Lane for his have tremendous respect and admiration for’’. was the ranking member of the Vet- sacrifices, his commitment to hard We all know what kind of man Lane is, but erans Affairs Committee, where his work and hardworking families. for those who have yet to make his acquaint- service is fondly remembered. In 1982, Lane ran for the congres- ance, I am honored that I have the opportunity Mr. Evans’ ability to keep in close sional seat of the 17th District of Illi- to share with you the story of this rare politi- contact with his constituents made nois. At the time, the manufacturing cian. him an effective and compassionate industry of western Illinois was suf- I met Lane on the campaign trail back in legislator. He fought hard for working fering from an economic recession 1976. We were two young dreamers with the families and was a strong, progressive which left many looking for a new di- mutual goal of making a difference in the leader in the Congress. He continued rection in representation. Lane’s popu- world. Soon after the election, we became a his dedicated service while fighting list message, coupled with his plain- team. I traveled with Lane from one end of the Parkinson’s disease for the past dec- spoken personal integrity resonated district to another as he provided his legal ade, and his presence is already very with the people, and at only 31 years of services to working families, children and the much missed in this Congress. age, this young legal services attorney poor. I can recall many times when Lane of- Mr. Speaker, I urge the swift passage was able to win the majority of the fered his services free of charge to elderly of this bill. votes, which had been reserved for a men and women in need of a will. It was not Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to yield 4 Republican candidate for more than a too long before the people of the 17th district minutes to the gentleman from Illinois century. of Illinois rewarded him for his sacrifices and (Mr. HARE), cosponsor of the bill. Mr. Speaker, Lane has succeeded in commitment to hard working families. Mr. HARE. Mr. Speaker, I thank the politics by following the Marine motto, In 1982, Lane ran for the congressional seat gentlewoman from the District of Co- Semper Fi, always faithful to his prin- of the 17th district of Illinois. At the time, the lumbia (Ms. NORTON) for bringing this ciples, to his constituents and to him- manufacturing industry of western Illinois was measure to the floor; and I thank the self. For 12 elections the people of the suffering from an economic recession, which gentleman from the great State of Illi- 17th District sent Lane back to Wash- left many looking for a new direction in rep- nois and coauthor of H.R. 521, my ington with confidence that he would resentation. Lane’s populist message coupled friend, Mr. RAY LAHOOD, for his leader- represent their interests. with his plain-spoken personal integrity reso- ship and the Illinois delegation for The secret to Lane’s success was the nated with the people, and at only 31 years of their support. value he placed in their trust. He never age, this young legal services attorney was Thanks also to the distinguished took the people who elected him for able to win the majority of the votes, which chairman of the Oversight and Govern- granted, and it showed. To anyone that had been reserved for a Republican candidate ment Reform Committee, Mr. WAXMAN; walked through his door, Lane and his for more than a century.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 00:46 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.007 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H950 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 Following the election, Lane asked me to do half the things that Lane has done for the for those long hours in an aircraft is represent him as his District Director. I was 17th district, the State of Illinois, and the Na- something that most Members with flattered that Lane thought so highly of me tion. less afflictions would not have done. and entrusted me with the care of his constitu- Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to I will remember him, and I ask that ency. I accepted because Lane promised me join me in support of H.R. 521. all Members vote positively on this that I would never have to lie, and I can Lane, thank you for your support throughout bill. proudly say that in 24 years he kept his prom- the years. It means more to me than you will Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ise. It was not too difficult because even those ever know. my time. who disagreed with Lane respected him and Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I just his commitment to serving on behalf of the such time as I may consume. want to not only thank the gentleman middle class family. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support from California but to just for the Mr. Speaker, Lane has succeeded in politics of H.R. 521 to rename the post office in record state that in calling Mr. HARE I by following the Marine motto, ‘‘Semper Fi’’. Rock Island, Illinois, for Congressman was calling him out of order. I was Throughout his career, he has been ‘‘always Lane Evans. yielding him part of my time, because faithful’’ to his principles, to his constituents The Congressman was born in 1951 in you, of course, by rights were entitled and to himself. For 12 elections the people of Rock Island, Illinois. Mr. Evans grew to the next speaker, and I appreciate the 17th sent Lane back to Washington with up the son of a firefighter and joined your statement. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to yield 11⁄2 confidence that he would represent their inter- the Marines out of high school and minutes to the gentleman from Maine ests. The secret to Lane’s success was the fought in the Vietnam War. After that, (Mr. MICHAUD). value he placed in their trust. He never took he earned an undergraduate degree from Augustana College and a law de- Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I thank the people who elected him for granted, and the gentlewoman for yielding; and I it showed. He prided himself on maintaining a gree from Georgetown. also want to thank Congressman HARE first-rate constituent service program. To any- Just 4 years later, he found himself in the House of Representatives, a for bringing this issue forward. Having one that walked through his door, Lane and worked with Congressman HARE over his staff were always ready, willing, and able Democrat representing a largely Re- publican 17th District of Illinois, where the last month or so, I know he is to go the extra mile in assisting them. going to fill the shoes of Congressman Although Lane was a man who delivered on he quickly developed a reputation as an advocate for regular Americans. Evans and fight for veterans issues. I his promises to bring jobs to the Rock Island really appreciate that. Arsenal and build veteran outpatient clinics, Known in his district, which covers Moline, Rock Island, Quincy, Decatur, I rise in strong support of H.R. 521, what mattered most to the people was the designating the post office in Rock Is- manner in which he represented them. What Galesburg, and parts of Springfield and the Quad Cities, for excellent con- land, Illinois, as the Lane Evans Post has always struck me most about Lane was Office Building. It is right that we the humility he showed towards everyone he stituent services, he also fought hard for working families and especially for should honor Congressman Lane Evans. knew. To everyone he was just Lane. He was Lane Evans will be known for the veterans. He became chairman of the more than a Congressman to the people of years he spent fighting for veterans Vietnam-Era Veterans Caucus here in the 17th district, he was a friend. and their families and for attacking the Congress, where he pushed for leg- Mr. Speaker, Lane’s sincere rapport with issues like mental health, toxic expo- islation particularly to improve health people was not limited to the 17th district. As sure and homelessness. These issues care for vets and those with disabilities a Vietnam era veteran of the Marine Corps were once brushed aside. Now, because such as post-traumatic stress syn- himself, Lane had the remarkable ability to re- of Lane Evans, we face them and we drome. That disorder today still affects late to our service men and women. His ca- deal with them. Because of Lane many Americans of that era. He also reer in Congress is marked with legislative vic- Evans, many Americans will lead supported legislation to eliminate land tories on behalf of the Nation’s 24 million vet- healthier and better lives. erans. mines and assist land mine victims, He never sacrificed what he felt was Always a man of great conviction, Lane and later he helped those affected with important. He always remembered why challenged those who ignored the harmful ef- Gulf War syndrome. he came to Washington and who sent fects of Agent Orange exposure. Eventually, After Hurricane Katrina, long into a him here. Lane was successful in his effort to pass legis- debilitating disease, he fought hard to Even though he is no longer in Con- lation awarding compensation to vets exposed make things right for those people af- gress, I know that he will continue to to Agent Orange. In the 108th Congress, he fected so desperately by the hurri- fight for what he believes in. His influ- built on that legislative milestone by winning canes. ence will be felt in all the work that we passage of a law that delivers health and Even after being diagnosed in 1995 do for the rest of our times here in compensation benefits to children of veterans with Parkinson’s, he continued to Congress. exposed to Agent Orange who were born with serve for another six terms in the Congressman Evans has been a men- spina bifida, representing the first time children House and served with great distinc- tor to me and many others in this of veterans will receive government benefits. tion, never giving up the fight. body. It is an honor for me to speak in Mr. Speaker, Lane’s crusade for veterans In his final term, the Congressman support of this legislation, and I urge did not stop there. He was one of the first and I had the pleasure of flying for over my colleagues to pass H.R. 521 hon- Congressional voices to speak out about prob- 14 hours across the United States and oring our dear friend and colleague and lems experienced by Persian Gulf veterans, all the way to Iwo Jima to commemo- fighter for our veterans. what is now known as the Gulf War syndrome. rate the 60th commemoration of that Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, it is my great He also pushed Congress to increase funding great battle. He did so at a time in pleasure that I yield such time as he for veterans programs, which were so impor- which he needed a physician’s assist- may consume to the gentleman from tant to him because they delivered needed ant, in which he was uncomfortable at Illinois (Mr. LAHOOD), one of the Mem- government services to working class families. all times, and in which most men af- bers who knew Lane Evans both as a At the end of the 109th Congress, Lane re- flicted with Parkinson’s would never staff member here on the Hill and then tired after serving 24 years as a distinguished have considered such a trip. He did so as a fellow colleague. Member of Congress. It was a sad day for vet- because, first of all, he was a Marine. (Mr. LAHOOD asked and was given erans and the people of the 17th district of Illi- He did so, secondly, because he cared so permission to revise and extend his re- nois when Lane announced he would not run much about this country and about the marks.) for reelection, but no one was more dis- battles that men and women had Mr. LAHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I want to appointed than Lane. In spite of all his legisla- fought for this country. thank Congressman HARE for reintro- tive accomplishments, Lane still felt there was I will remember Congressman Lane ducing this bill. so much more that he could have done. Evans for that trip. For someone who Last year, when Congressman Evans Mr. Speaker, I am proud that my first legis- went above and beyond what the public announced that he was leaving the lative action will be to honor my good friend saw to do what was right and what was House because of his very debilitating and mentor, Congressman Lane Evans. My important, even while putting himself illness, Parkinson’s disease, I intro- only hope is that when I leave this body I can in tremendous potential physical harm duced a bill, along with the rest of my

VerDate Aug 31 2005 00:46 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.005 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H951 colleagues from Illinois, to name the that he is in our thoughts and prayers Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise post office in Rock Island in honor of today as we vote on the bill to honor today to extend my thanks to the hon- Lane. I did that because I met Lane him, but we will long remember his dis- orable Lane Evans and urge passage of Evans when he was a young, energetic, tinguished service and long continue to this bill to name a U.S. post office in enthusiastic young man in 1982 running pray that he will have the healing hand his hometown of Rock Island, Illinois, for Congress. of God placed on his shoulder. in his honor. At the time, I happened to be work- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I am Lane’s service to America and its ing for the sitting Congressman from pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- veterans began with his enlistment in that district, a fellow by the name of tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. the Marine Corps in the Vietnam War. Congressman Tom Railsback. It was MCGOVERN). Lane began his congressional career by Lane’s good fortune that Mr. Railsback Mr. MCGOVERN. I thank the gentle- winning election for the 17th District lost his primary to a very conservative woman for yielding. in Illinois in 1982 and promptly became Republican, and that opened the oppor- Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise in a staunch advocate for veterans. He tunity, as Phil knows, for Lane to win support this bill. I want to commend kept this commitment through the that seat that had been held for a long, Representative HARE and Representa- 109th Congress. long time by Republicans. tive LAHOOD for their support on this This bill will provide a small but im- Since the time that Lane Evans was bill, and I appreciate their eloquence in portant recognition of Lane’s service elected to Congress, he has distin- support of a truly great man and a and commitment. He championed guished himself with really three par- great friend. issues such as agent orange, women’s ticular groups of people in the 17th Dis- I was on the staff of Congressman Joe health care, spina bifida benefits and trict. He has been a voice for those peo- Moakley of Massachusetts when Lane many others. ple, particularly, in the 17th District Evans first came to Washington. Imme- We hear a lot about bipartisanship in who might not have had a voice here in diately, Joe knew that he had a new this body, and truly I had the oppor- Washington; and I speak of senior citi- ally in the fight to protect human tunity to win a special election, came zens who he is beloved by. I speak of rights in El Salvador. Lane regularly up, and one of the first people that I veterans who he is equally beloved by, met with people from Central America met as a member of the Veterans’ Af- and I speak of the hardworking men here in Washington and in his district. fairs Committee was Lane Evans. and women, the blue-collar workers of He traveled to the region, did his As soon as he realized that I was cer- the 17th District. Those are the people homework, and became an active Mem- tainly willing and wanted to help vet- that Lane Evans truly represented in ber in the effort to change U.S. policy erans, then nobody could have been Washington, D.C., in a way that distin- and bring peace to that troubled re- any nicer. Nobody could have extended guished his career for 24 years here in gion. any more help than Lane Evans. the House, but, more importantly, As a marine who served in Vietnam, It is sad, sad and not sad, I have back in the western part of Illinois in Lane chaired the Vietnam Era Vet- mixed emotions, certainly, about a way that I think will not be rep- erans Caucus in the House. Having seen Democrats taking control of the House, licated. war up close and personal, he worked but it is sad that with his retirement Lane was probably one of the hard- with David Bonior, Jack Quinn, Sen- his picture will not be on the wall. Be- est-working congressmen, but he is ator LEAHY and Senator HAGEL and the cause of his hard work, he certainly someone who never forgot where he Vietnam Veterans of America to push very much deserves that sort of honor. came from. He grew up in Rock Island. for a U.S. and international ban on the On the other hand, like I say, nobody, He was educated, at least his under- production and use of anti-personnel nobody has worked any harder and graduate degree, in Rock Island; and he landmines. When I was privileged to be done a better job for our Nation’s vet- continued to travel back and forth to elected to Congress in 1996, one of the erans. I certainly urge passage of this his district every weekend. That is first things I did was go to Lane Evans bill. what made him so popular. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I am par- When people would come to me and and pledge my support for his work on ticularly pleased to grant the gen- talk to me about the idea of running landmines. against Lane as a Republican, I have Lane’s personal experience made him tleman from American Samoa (Mr. told people the story that I think there the champion of two other important FALEOMAVAEGA) 2 minutes, noting that are some people in politics that are im- causes. As the son of a union member, in the Iraq war he has lost more than possible to beat, and Lane Evans was Lane consistently spoke out against any other Member, more members one of those people. the abuses facing so many workers from his district than any other dis- around the world as they struggled to trict in the United States. b 1430 achieve their most basic rights. As a Therefore, I know he feels strongly The only way that Lane would ever veteran himself, he made sure that we about Lane, who devoted his entire leave this place would be voluntarily, don’t treat with suspicion the ques- time in the Congress to focusing on which he did at the end of the last tions raised by those returning from veterans and their needs. term. But it was because of his hard war, whether on the effects of agent or- (Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA asked and work and his dedication to senior citi- ange, gulf war syndrome or post-trau- was given permission to revise and ex- zens, to veterans and to hardworking matic stress; and we must never reward tend his remarks.) blue-collar people in the western part their service with neglect, homeless- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. I thank the of Illinois that made him a politician ness, underfunded health care, or re- gentlelady from the District of Colum- and a public servant that set the high- duced benefits. bia for allowing me to say a few words est standard possible, a standard that When I think of Lane Evans, I think to express my deepest appreciation to all of us can look to in doing our work. of an easy-going, likeable Mid- the gentleman that I have known for So the least we can do today is name westerner. I also think of courage and years now, since becoming a Member of the post office in Rock Island in his conviction in how he lives his own life this great institution. honor. I am sure there will be many and how he continues to confront the I also would like to thank the gen- other honors bestowed upon him. I challenges facing America. tleman from Illinois, my good friend don’t know if Lane is watching this Mr. Speaker, I miss his voice and his Mr. HARE, for sponsoring this legisla- from a television in his home in Mo- presence in this House, and I urge all tion, and the spirit of bipartisanship, line; but if he is, I want him to know my colleagues to support this bill. knowing that our Republican Members this is one Republican in the House Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, it is my also have said nothing but praise for that has great admiration and great re- pleasure to yield such time as he may the legacy of this great American and spect for him because of the work that consume to the gentleman from Arkan- as a Member of Congress. he did, and because of the way he rep- sas (Mr. BOOZMAN). Mr. Speaker, I had some long discus- resented people from western Illinois. (Mr. BOOZMAN asked and was given sions with this gentleman, Mr. Evans. We wish him Godspeed. We wish him permission to revise and extend his re- In the years past, he came to Vietnam good health. We want him to know marks.) in 1969, and I was just there the year

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today was awarded the Vietnam Veterans of Amer- American to our Nation, as the senior in support of H.R. 521, a bill designating the ica’s first annual President’s Award for Out- member of the House Veterans’ Affairs post office located at 2633 11th Street in Rock standing Achievement in 1990 and he re- Committee, I want to say that Mr. Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane Evans Post Office ceived the AMVET’s Silver Helmet Award in Evans, in my humble opinion, is cer- Building’’. I want to thank Congressman PHIL 1994, known as the ‘‘Oscar’’ of veterans’ hon- tainly one of the great leaders and ad- HARE, the former District Director to Lane ors. vocates of the needs of our veterans Evans and the new Representative from Illi- Lane was also a tireless protector of the throughout the country. nois’ 17th Congressional District. The post of- rights of working people, fighting for fair trade, It was one experience, as our good fice is located in Lane Evans’ hometown of a fair minimum wage and the right to collec- friend from California mentioned, that Rock Island and will serve as a testament to tively bargain. He worked for a cleaner envi- they went with Mr. Evans to Iwo Jima. his long, distinguished career as a Marine, a ronment and the protection of the family farm. He came to my district. If anybody champion for social justice and a fine Member Over the last 8 years, Lane has faced an- wants to share that sense of experi- of this body. other battle, this one against Parkinson’s dis- ence, well, you have to fly 15 hours to Today’s debate gives us the opportunity to ease. The dignity with which he has faced this get to my district. Mr. Evans was will- take a moment to recognize and thank Lane disease has inspired many, and helped edu- ing to make that kind of a sacrifice Evans for his service to this country, to this cate the public, and the Congress, about the just to see that, as small as my district Congress and to our nation’s men and women disease. You would never know how difficult a may be, we have about 3,000 to 4,000 who have worn the uniform. I have had the disease Parkinson’s is by watching Lane. He veterans living in my district, and he honor and the privilege of serving with Lane does not complain, he just keeps going for- felt it was important enough for him to on the Veterans Affairs Committee since I ward, helping people at every opportunity. come and see and hear some of the con- came to Congress in 1993. He is a good Mr. Speaker, Lane Evans has given a tre- cerns that our veterans have in my dis- friend, an important ally and an unwavering mendous amount to the United States of trict. advocate for Veterans in Illinois and across America, and we owe him our gratitude. Nam- I want to say to my colleagues and the nation. Although he never was able to ing this post office after him assures that his the Members of this House how fitting chair the House Veterans Committee, he contributions will live on for succeeding gen- it is. I wish we could do more than just stands as one of this body’s finest and most erations to appreciate. I urge my colleagues to naming this post office after this great committed legislators for veterans. He made support this bill and I thank Lane for his continuing friendship. American Congressman, Lane Evans. I the issues of veterans health care and vet- Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong hope if there is a chance he might be erans benefits the cornerstone of his legisla- support of H.R. 521, a measure to designate listening to this proceeding, I just tive career, and I could think of no better way the facility of the United States Postal Service want to express and let him know how to honor Lane than for this Congress to con- located at 2633 11th Street in Rock Island, Illi- much I love him, not only as a friend tinue that fight. nois, as the ‘‘Lane Evans Post Office Build- but a truly great American. While Lane may have been diagnosed with ing.’’ Indeed, I wholeheartedly support Con- Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, in response Parkinson’s disease, it did not affect his razor gressman PHIL HARE in his efforts to bring this to the gentleman from American sharp intellect or lessen his commitment to the measure to the floor today and I appreciate Samoa, I too agree with you that a issues he cares about. He has approached his his quick actions on this matter. As many post office is just a good first down disease with dignity, class and courage, and know, Mr. HARE was the District Director of payment for somebody who did so he has served as an inspiration to others with Congressman Evans for many years and now much for veterans; and I, for one, look Parkinson’s disease. This Congress, I am represents the 17th district of Illinois himself, forward to finding a veterans facility going to miss having my friend and my col- the district that Lane Evans represented for 24 somewhere in the United States or a league in the Illinois delegation, but you can years. hospital for veterans that would be fit- bet when I need guidance about the best way Mr. Speaker, Lane Evans served with dis- ting and appropriate for the man who to protect Illinois veterans, my first call will be tinction in the U.S. House of Representatives would be the chairman of the Veterans’ to Lane. since 1982; he was elected 12 times in a row Committee were he still in the Con- Mr. Speaker, the least we can do today is by the good people of the 17th district of Illi- gress. pass this bill honoring Lane Evans and his ca- nois. Indeed, they proudly sent their best from Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to reer, and I urge swift passage of this bill. the heartland America to serve America. honor the service and achievements of my Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Lane has always been a champion for work- dear friend, Lane Evans. support of H.R. 521, legislation to name a ing families, students, servicemembers, vet- For the past quarter of a century, Congress- Post Office in Rock Island, Illinois after re- erans and military families. He went to college man Evans led efforts on behalf of veterans, cently retired Congressman Lane Evans. I am and law school on the GI Bill and returned to including the fight to give Filipino veterans the a proud cosponsor of this legislation, as Lane Illinois to be a legal aid lawyer, representing benefits that they had been promised. He also has been my great friend and colleague over the less fortunate among us. became legendary in his advocacy for our na- the last 18 years. I would like to thank Con- A Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam era tion’s middle class. As a champion of these gressman HARE for introducing this bill, and as and a senior member of both the House causes he earned the respect of America’s glad as we are to have him join us in the Armed Services and Veterans’ Affairs Commit- veterans and their families. House, this institution misses Lane Evans. We tees, Lane Evans’s advocacy and record in He also stood as a tireless champion in the miss his leadership, we miss his quiet dignity, the Congress on behalf of the military and vet- fight to provide justice for over 200,000 ‘‘com- and we miss his advocacy for veterans and erans is admirable and unquestioned. fort women’’ who were forced into sex slavery working people. This is a small gesture, but it There is no federal program for veterans by the Japanese Imperial Army during World is a way to honor his dedicated service to our which does not bear his mark of oversight and War II. He has been a voice for these voice- country. improvement. Simply put, veterans enjoy in- less women who are still holding out hope that Lane devoted most of his entire professional creased education benefits, improved health they will receive a formal apology from the life to service to the United States of America. care access and services, a strengthened Japanese government for the indignity they He grew up in Rock Island and entered the home loan program, judicial review of their suffered. I have assured him that I will do my Marine Corps out of high school, serving in benefits claims, additional opportunities for best to continue his work and legacy on this Vietnam. When he returned, he went to col- veteran-owned small businesses and a host of issue after his retirement this year. lege and earned his law degree at George- other improved and expanded benefits. No Today I am pleased to vote in favor of nam- town, and worked as a legal aid attorney be- doubt such improvements are in no small ing a Post Office after a man who deserves fore he was elected to Congress in 1982. measure due to Lane Evans’s insistence that our greatest respect. Mr. Speaker, for his During his tenure in Congress, Lane put his veterans be given the fair shake they earned leadership, mentorship and companionship, for head down and worked hard, not seeking at- in service to their country. his work on behalf of those who would have tention for the many legislative victories he Lane Evans made his mark on Congress otherwise been forgotten, and for his unparal- achieved, particularly in the realm of veterans’ and in the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee

VerDate Aug 31 2005 00:46 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.014 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H953 right from the start by elevating concern for lic servant as their representative in Wash- Mr. BRALEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise this after- and promoting action on the issues affecting ington. noon to express my strong support for H.R. Vietnam veterans; specifically working to high- Unfortunately, Lane has had to battle Par- 521, a much-deserved honor for a great Amer- light post-traumatic stress disorder, the effects kinson’s Disease since 1995. In his fight ican, Congressman Lane Evans. of Agent Orange and other herbicide expo- against this debilitating disease, he has shown Although Rock Island, Illinois is not in my sure. He was also an outspoken advocate to his characteristic courage and perseverance district, it is part of the Quad Cities that in- address the problem of homelessness and that proved to everyone that he was not going cludes Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, which substance abuse among veterans from the to easily give up. Lane has also been a great I am privileged to represent. Vietnam era. partner in the effort to advance stem cell re- The entire Quad Cities region has benefited Congressman Evans led the effort in Con- search, which is a matter of tremendous im- from Congressman Evans’ many years of gress to increase education benefits in order portance to me. While we miss having him leadership in this body. His passionate advo- to keep pace with the rising costs of higher fighting with us in Congress, he can be as- cacy for veterans and working men and education and restore purchasing power to the sured that our efforts will continue so that pa- women earned him a special place in the Montgomery GI Bill. He also worked to revise, tients with spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s hearts of his constituents, and his voice will be update and improve veterans’ employment Disease and other conditions will benefit from sorely missed. counseling and job-search assistance sys- this research in the future. I am proud to serve with his successor, an- tems, and has helped ensure adequate re- Mr. Speaker, it was a privilege to work with other great champion for veterans and working sources to provide dignified final resting Lane Evans in the House of Representatives, families, my distinguished colleague from Illi- places for the Nation’s veterans. and I am proud that today we honor his hard nois, Congressman HARE. Perhaps what best sums up Lane Evans’s work and inspirational life with this bill. Mr. Speaker, I’m honored to call on my col- character, drive and his service here in Con- Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise leagues on both sides of the aisle to support gress, are his own words: Speaking on the today in support of H.R. 521, naming a post H.R. 521 as a living testimonial to the many Floor of the House of Representatives, he office building in Rock Island, IL, as the Lane years of public service rendered by Congress- said: ‘‘Our veterans—those returning from Evans Post Office Building. man Evans in the United States Marine Corps For the past 11 years, I have had the great and in the House of Representatives. Please Iraq, those who scaled the cliffs above the pleasure and high privilege to serve in the Illi- join me in renaming the United States Post beaches of Normandy, those who walked nois Congressional delegation with a true Office in Rock Island, Illinois as the ‘‘Lane point in the jungles of Vietnam, those who sur- American hero, Lane Evans. At a young age, Evans Post Office Building.’’ vived the brutality of Korea and other battle- he heroically served our country by joining the Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, it is enormously fit- fields, all who honorably served or who are Marine Corps after high school to fight in the ting that we honor our much-loved colleague now serving, have earned the assurance that Vietnam War. He has never forgotten his by naming a post office after him. Lane Evans VA—their system—will be there when they friends and has fought diligently for the rights epitomizes all that Members of Congress need it . . . just as we practice on the battle- of veterans. Lane Evans led the charge to should be: smart, dedicated to the founding field that we leave no one behind, we should compensate Vietnam veterans for diseases principles of our Constitution, a tough-as-nails not slam the door on any veteran who needs linked to Agent Orange exposure, fought to fighter, a veteran, and a deeply kind man. the VA system.’’ ensure that children of veterans received gov- He represented Illinois’ 17th District with ex- Mr. Speaker, I could not agree more. The ernment benefits and that women veterans cellence and vigor. Lane took care of his con- House of Representatives, the VA Committee had access to the same services as their male stituents as though they were family . . . and and the veterans community will surely miss counterparts. he commanded great respect among those for Lane Evans. We should honor Lane Evans by A son of a firefighter and a nurse, Lane whom he toiled in Congress. continuing his work here in Congress to en- Evans understood the needs of working fami- A former Marine, Lane served with distinc- sure that servicemembers, veterans and mili- lies and has been a tireless fighter of pro- tion; then served his country in Congress with tary families are treated with respect and re- tecting American jobs, providing affordable that same dedication, integrity, and humility. ceive the benefits they have earned. health care for all Americans and increasing His service experience largely shaped his ca- I urge all members to support H.R. 521. the minimum wage. He is a soldier, activist reer and legacy in Congress. Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I raise today and defender of the underdog and has given His tireless efforts on behalf of our Nation’s in support of H.R. 521, which would designate a voice to millions of veterans and especially veterans led to a successful fight for com- the facility of the United States Postal Service to the good people of the 17th Congressional pensation of veterans exposed to Agent Or- located in Rock Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane district of Illinois. ange early in his Congressional career. As Evans Post Office Building.’’ I am proud to be I pay tribute to a man that has well served Ranking Member of the Veterans Affairs Com- a cosponsor of this bill that honors my good his constituents and has become a trusted col- mittee, Lane expanded benefits for women friend and former colleague. league and friend. His work on the House veterans, pushed for additional medical care Lane has always served his country with Committee on Veterans Affairs will serve as a for veterans suffering from PTSD, supported honor. From 1969 to 1971, he served in Viet- blueprint for future legislators. He has shown veterans’ outpatient clinics, and crafted legisla- nam in the U.S. Marine Corps, and as they tremendous political courage over the past 24 tion to attend to homeless veterans. say, ‘‘once a marine, always a marine.’’ When years in office and will show even more cour- Lane knew the bottom line for his neighbors he was elected to Congress in 1982, he image as he continues his battle with Parkin- in Illinois was an economy that rewarded their mediately worked to make sure veterans were son’s Disease. effort, so he worked hard to promote eco- given the benefits that they deserve, and he At this time our Nation demands fearless nomic growth and equal access in rural com- lent his voice to issues that might otherwise leaders that stand up for American families munities. He was a giant on the House Armed have been ignored. For almost a quarter of a and dedicate their lives for the improvement of Services Committee and brought new jobs to century in Congress, Lane was a champion of others. Lane Evans has committed his life to the Rock Island Arsenal. America’s veterans, and his passion for this others as a courageous public servant, a man Understanding both the national security im- cause is truly missed. that deserves the title, ‘‘The Honorable.’’ I too plications and the resource for Illinois farmers, Lane and I were able to develop a friend- was drawn to public service, believing that I Lane advocated ethanol-producing resources ship that transcended politics. We worked to- can help the people of my district and those in his district and championed increased de- gether on many issues as members of the outside my district. I have not lost that feeling, velopment and use of ethanol and biofuels in House Armed Services Committee. Serving and I know Lane Evans has not either. We Illinois. others, especially his constituents, was some- need more leaders in this institution that con- Not only does Lane inspire all of us who are thing Lane did exceedingly well. I was able to stantly remember why we are here—to serve familiar with his service, but his courageous see this firsthand when I traveled to his district the public shoulder to shoulder. and brave battle with Parkinson’s disease in 2004. I was impressed, but not surprised, Lane Evans has worked for his district, have inspired all of us, plus the millions of by the enormous number of people who country and for the freedom of all. His subtle Parkinson’s sufferers around the nation. Lane showed up at an event he hosted, which cer- style and modest voice will always reverberate is precisely the type of public servant that we tainly speaks to how well-liked and respected loud in my ears. Congressman Evans, I would all strive to be. he was, and is, in the 17th district of Illinois. like to thank you for your leadership, deter- In his work in Congress, in his love and Serving with Lane was truly an amazing and mination and willingness to fight! Your work in work for the people of the 17th district, and for educational experience, and his constituents Congress will forever be remembered and our nations’ veterans, Lane embodied the Ma- were fortunate to have such a dedicated pub- your legacy will live on. rine motto, Semper Fidelis (‘‘Always Faithful’’).

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:55 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.011 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H954 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 Mr. Speaker, I love Lane like a brother, and Rock Island, Illinois for former Congressman may have 5 legislative days within I’m proud to support this bill to designate the Lane Evans. This is a fitting honor for a man which to revise and extend their re- facility of the United States Postal Service lo- with such a long and distinguished career. marks. cated in Rock Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane It was my pleasure to serve with Lane The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Evans Post Office Building.’’ Evans on the House Armed Services Com- objection to the request of the gentle- Mr. BOSWELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mittee. He showed unwavering support for our woman from the District of Columbia? honor a former colleague, a great American troops and their families both in his service to There was no objection. patriot, and a great friend, of Honorable Lane that committee and the House Veterans’ Af- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I am Evans from the State of Illinois, and to voice fairs Committee, where he was the Ranking pleased to join my colleagues in con- my support for H.R. 521, designating the Post Member. As a Marine and veteran of the Viet- sideration of H.R. 49, legislation nam- Office in Rock Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane nam War, Lane understands the sacrifices ing a postal facility in Vail, Colorado, Evans Post Office Building.’’ made by those in uniform and their families after the late Gerald R. Ford, Jr. Lane served his constituents with great dis- and worked tirelessly in Congress to ensure President Ford helped ease a Nation tinction in the House for 24 years. During his that those sacrifices would be honored. during tense times. But even before he tenure in this great and honorable body, Lane I want to thank Lane Evans for his many was President, he was widely known in was a champion of our Nation’s veterans. As years of service. We will miss him sorely. this Chamber as a man of great integ- a veteran myself, having served 20 years in Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I yield back rity and openness. Although never the United States Army, including two tours-of- the balance of my time. elected to the office of President or duty in Vietnam, I feel fortunate that veterans Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I have no Vice President, President Ford was ap- across the Nation had such a strong and stal- further requests for time, and I yield pointed to mend a bruised American wart advocate in the United States House of back the balance of my time. psyche and maneuver our country Representatives. His fight to secure assured The SPEAKER pro tempore. The through the only Presidential resigna- funding for veterans’ health care and better question is on the motion offered by tion ever, to help end the Vietnam services for our Nation’s veterans will always the gentlewoman from the District of War, and to help ease rising inflation. be remembered fondly. Columbia (Ms. NORTON) that the House He succeeded, and for that extraor- Lane also serves as an inspiration for many suspend the rules and pass the bill, dinary service to his country his legacy in our Nation struggling with a debilitating ill- H.R. 521. should be remembered by all in our ness. When Lane was diagnosed with Parkin- The question was taken. country and throughout the world. son’s disease, he did not shy away from it. He The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Mr. Speaker, I urge the swift passage continued his service to his constituents in this opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of of this bill. great House. Many can look at Lane as an ex- those voting have responded in the af- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ample that life does not have to end when firmative. my time. confronted with great uncertainty. One can Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, on that I de- Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today persevere, and can continue fighting for what mand the yeas and nays. in support of another down payment on one believes in. The yeas and nays were ordered. thanking President Gerald Ford for his I, along with other veterans across our great The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- legacy, a legacy that really began, Nation will never forget the tireless efforts of ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the flourished and was all about this body. Lane Evans—a great American patriot, and a Chair’s prior announcement, further We are recognizing Gerald Ford as the tireless advocate for the beliefs he held so proceedings on this question will be 38th President of the United States be- dear. postponed. cause he did spend 21⁄2 years as our I, along with many in this House, wish Lane f President. But, uniquely, the man born nothing but the best for the future. in 1913 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, was, GERALD R. FORD, JR. POST Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in in fact, a man of the House. OFFICE BUILDING support of H.R. 521, the Lane Evans Post Of- During his entire tenure in the fice Bill. By naming this Post Office after our Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I move to House, he did not enjoy time in the ma- distinguished former colleague, we pay tribute suspend the rules and pass the bill jority. Yet his goal was to be Speaker to Lane Evans and recognize his long, distin- (H.R. 49) to designate the facility of the of the House. He had no higher calling, guished career of public service. United States Postal Service located at never sought one, but accepted the one Prior to being elected to the House of Rep- 1300 North Frontage Road West in Vail, that was cast upon him. resentatives in 1983, Lane Evans served in Colorado, as the ‘‘Gerald R. Ford, Jr. At the time that he was selected to the Marine Corps at the time of the Vietnam Post Office Building’’. be Vice President of the United States, War. His experience in the military and his The Clerk read as follows: we were already mired in the Vietnam firsthand knowledge of veterans’ issues led H.R. 49 War and disgrace had been brought Lane to become a leading advocate for vet- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- upon the Vice Presidency. It was Ger- erans during his time in Congress. On issues resentatives of the United States of America in ald Ford who came in impeccably hon- such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Congress assembled, est, undeniably a man of the people and homelessness among veterans, and the SECTION 1. GERALD R. FORD, JR. POST OFFICE a man who was only for the people. aftereffects of exposure to Agent Orange, BUILDING. That is how he was selected, that is Lane Evans consistently took the lead in (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the why he was selected, it is why the Sen- United States Postal Service located at 1300 ate and the House thought he was the crafting real policy solutions. Lane’s leadership North Frontage Road West in Vail, Colorado, on veterans’ issues was formally recognized in shall be known and designated as the ‘‘Ger- only man for the job. Who would have 1995, when he was named Ranking Member ald R. Ford, Jr. Post Office Building’’. known that just a short time, 10 of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, months later in fact, he would find In addition, Lane always dutifully served his map, regulation, document, paper, or other himself cast into an even larger role, constituents and the state of Illinois. He was a record of the United States to the facility re- another role that he did not ask for. strong advocate for working Americans and ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to Yet that was who Gerald Ford was, a was one of the first to see the need for renew- be a reference to the ‘‘Gerald R. Ford, Jr. man who came out of athletics and out Post Office Building’’. able forms of energy such as ethanol. of university to serve in the United With Lane Evans’ decision to not seek re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- States Navy in 1942 because it was the election last year, Congress, Illinois, and the ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from right thing to do. He had represented a nation lost a great public servant. Now, by the District of Columbia (Ms. NORTON) district that would have returned him naming a Post Office after our former col- and the gentleman from California (Mr. to the House to this very day if, in league, we can say thanks to Lane, and lift up ISSA) each will control 20 minutes. fact, he were still alive. his impressive legacy of service as an exam- The Chair recognizes the gentle- Instead, he answered a call, a call ple for others to follow. woman from the District of Columbia. that each of us in the House has an- Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, let me take GENERAL LEAVE swered by coming to this body. That this opportunity to show my support for H.R. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I ask was the call of service to the United 521, a bill that would name a post office in unanimous consent that all Members States.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:55 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.015 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H955 As I support this naming of this post The SPEAKER pro tempore. The he was a strong advocate for the 1978 office in the place he loved, in the question is on the motion offered by Panama Canal Treaty. He later started place he skied, in the place that he the gentlewoman from the District of a consulting firm that helped Carib- called home for his immediate period Columbia (Ms. NORTON) that the House bean and Latin American countries fa- after leaving the White House, I do so suspend the rules and pass the bill, cilitate economic growth. as the second man of the House that we H.R. 49. Prior to his political career, Senator are recognizing here today, first Con- The question was taken. McGee taught high school history and gressman Lane Evans and then Con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the eventually became a professor at the gressman/President Gerald Ford. opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of University of Notre Dame. His dedica- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise those voting have responded in the af- tion to service should be remembered in strong support of H.R. 49, legislation to firmative. by the Congress of the United States. name the postal facility in Vail, CO, after our Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, on that I de- I urge swift passage of this bill. Nation’s 39th President, Gerald R. Ford, Jr. mand the yeas and nays. I believe this bill is fitting as another means Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of The yeas and nays were ordered. my time. of honoring the legacy of President Ford, in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- large part because of his special connection to Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the such time as I may consume. Colorado and the Vail Valley. I am pleased by Chair’s prior announcement, further the support it has received; all members of the Mr. Speaker, I, too, would like to proceedings on this question will be Colorado delegation have co-sponsored the echo the praise of Senator Gale McGee. postponed. legislation. The gentlewoman from Wyoming has In 1968 then-Congressman Ford and wife, f unfortunately been detained and will Betty, first came to Colorado with their chil- b 1445 not be able to speak on the floor, but dren to celebrate Christmas and to ski in the she authored this bill because, in fact, mountains at Vail. Like many other visitors, GALE W. MCGEE POST OFFICE he did have a long career of service to President Ford was inspired by the beauty of Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I move to this body in the sense of the Congress, the area and found a connection to the land suspend the rules and pass the bill and it is appropriate to name this post and to the surrounding community. (H.R. 335) to designate the facility of office after the Senator. The Fords later owned a home and contin- the United States Postal Service lo- Certainly it is clear that the Con- ued to vacation in Vail. When he became cated at 152 North 5th Street in Lar- gress often names post offices and President, his vacations in Colorado helped in- amie, Wyoming, as the ‘‘Gale W. McGee other bodies after their own Members. troduce the world to the Town of Vail, and in Post Office’’. But I think today on all three of these fact, the family home was dubbed ‘‘the West- The Clerk read as follows: bills we picked appropriate candidates, ern White House.’’ H.R. 335 candidates who, in fact, exemplify Vail residents knew President Ford and his what this body on both sides of the family as neighbors and friends and are proud Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Dome are about, a body of dedication of their long association with them. President resentatives of the United States of America in and service by people who come here to Ford served on the board of directors of the Congress assembled, work in a bipartisan way, who come Vail Valley Foundation. Vail also serves as the SECTION 1. GALE W. MCGEE POST OFFICE. ESIGNATION here to make America better, who home of the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and (a) D .—The facility of the United States Postal Service located at 152 the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. President bring the values of their home State North 5th Street in Laramie, Wyoming, shall here but who recognize the value of the Ford was beloved in Vail, where he was be known and designated as the ‘‘Gale W. known to be a good neighbor, an avid golfer entire country is what we seek when McGee Post Office’’. we come here to meet together to de- and a lover of the outdoors. (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, President Ford will rightly be remembered map, regulation, document, paper, or other bate and to vote. for his personal warmth, his decency, his inter- record of the United States to the facility re- Mrs. CUBIN. Mr. Speaker, today we are est in bridging the many divisions in America ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to considering H.R. 335, a bill I authored to des- during the 1970s. My father, Mo Udall, served be a reference to the ‘‘Gale W. McGee Post ignate a facility of the United States Postal in the Congress with Gerald Ford, and while Office’’. Service located in Laramie, Wyoming, as the they were often on different sides in political The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. ‘‘Gale W. McGee Post Office.’’ Gale W. matters—so much so that my father hoped to BAIRD). Pursuant to the rule, the gen- McGee first came to my home State of Wyo- run against President Ford in the famous elec- tlewoman from the District of Colum- ming in 1946, to serve as an American History tion of 1976—they were united by a common bia (Ms. NORTON) and the gentleman professor at the University of Wyoming. Gale view that politics should unite people. They from California (Mr. ISSA) each will and his wife Lorraine had three of their four both were firm believers that in public life one control 20 minutes. children during his time in Laramie. His class- could disagree without being disagreeable. The Chair recognizes the gentle- es were said to be so popular that the stu- This is a credo I continue to believe in, and woman from the District of Columbia. dents would ‘‘hang from the rafters’’ to be able I commend the memory of both good men to Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I yield to attend. He was a respected member of the this House, an institution they loved. myself such time as I may consume. community. Coloradans, especially those in the Vail Val- I am pleased to join my colleagues in That respect was never more evident than ley, have come to think of him as the first the consideration of H.R. 335, a bill 12 years later, in 1958. It was then that Gale President from Colorado because he was a naming a postal facility in Laramie, McGee began a new chapter in his service to great ambassador for the State, who estab- Wyoming, after former Senator Gale Wyoming, by being elected to the U.S. Senate lished long ties to the people of Colorado. W. McGee. in his first-ever attempt at public office. His ac- As a dedicated public servant, President As a three-term Democrat from Wyo- complishments didn’t stop there. During his Ford served honorably in his years in Con- ming, Senator McGee played an impor- entire 18-year tenure in the Senate, McGee gress and in the White House. Most important, tant role in improving the Post Office served on the Appropriations Committee. In when America needed someone to reassure and securing deserved benefits for Fed- fact, he was the first Freshman in Senate his- their trust in government after Watergate, he eral workers. He was an expert on for- filled that leadership role with authenticity. tory to be granted this coveted assignment. I believe President Ford’s special relation- eign policy and helped push our coun- He also served as Chairman of the Senate ship and legacy in Colorado should be appro- try into its current role as a world Post Office and Civil Service Committee—a fit- priately recognized by naming the postal facili- power. During his senatorial tenure ting position considering the designation I am ties in Vail, CO, in his honor. that stretched from 1958 to 1976, Sen- asking you to support today. As Committee I urge all members support the legislation ator McGee served on the Interstate Chairman, he was widely credited with pre- today. and Foreign Commerce, Appropria- venting a nationwide rail strike in 1973, and Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I yield back tions, Foreign Relations, and Post Of- for spearheading the Postal Reorganization the balance of my time. fice and Civil Service Committees. He Act of 1970. After his Senate career was over, Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I have no went on to be appointed by President McGee later served as U.S. Ambassador to further requests for time, and I yield Carter as U.S. Ambassador for the Or- the Organization of American States from back the balance of my time. ganization of American States, where 1977 to 1981.

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In August of 2006, the Lar- fornia at Santa Barbara men’s soccer team, sity’s first-ever national title in soccer the Gauchos, and Coaches Tim Vom Steeg, and only the second in any other sport. amie City Council recognized that service by Greg Wilson, Erick Foss, and Neil Jones on passing a resolution supporting the naming of an outstanding championship season, a sea- With a 2–1 victory over the Univer- their local post office after Senator McGee. son that set the Gauchos among the elite in sity of California at Los Angeles at the Due to that local support, I was proud to intro- collegiate soccer. 2006 NCAA men’s College Cup, the UC duce H.R. 335, and I am even prouder that The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Santa Barbara Gauchos ended the sea- the entire House will recognize this fine man’s ant to the rule, the gentleman from son with a 17–7–1 record. service to Wyoming and our Nation when it Kentucky (Mr. YARMUTH) and the gen- passes the bill today. The two rivals, whose schools are tleman from Louisiana (Mr. BOUSTANY) separated by less than 100 miles, played Gale McGee died on April 9th 1992, and his each will control 20 minutes. wife Lorraine passed just last March. Through hard despite game time temperatures The Chair recognizes the gentleman of 24 degrees and a windchill of 11. the passage of this bill, we grant not only his from Kentucky. family, but the State of Wyoming an official re- Still, in a testament to their strength GENERAL LEAVE membrance of our thanks. and senior leadership, the Gauchos I ask for your support of H.R. 335. Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I re- overcame the weather, as well as a 7–6 Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I yield back quest 5 legislative days during which mid-season record, to become only the the balance of my time. Members may insert material relevant second unseeded team since 2000 to win Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I have no to H. Res. 70 in the RECORD. the national title. further requests for time, and I yield The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Shortly after the season ended and back the balance of my time. objection to the request of the gen- for the second time in 3 years, UC The SPEAKER pro tempore. The tleman from Kentucky? Santa Barbara head coach Tim Vom question is on the motion offered by There was no objection. Steeg earned the most prestigious the gentlewoman from the District of Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I yield honor a Division I coach can receive Columbia (Ms. NORTON) that the House myself such time as I may consume. when he was named national Coach of suspend the rules and pass the bill, (Mr. YARMUTH asked and was given the Year by the National Soccer Coach- H.R. 335. permission to revise and extend his re- es Association of America. According The question was taken; and (two- marks.) to College Sports Television, ‘‘in his thirds being in the affirmative) the Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I rise eight seasons at the helm of UCSB, rules were suspended and the bill was today to congratulate the University of Vom Steeg has transformed a program passed. California at Santa Barbara men’s soc- that went 2–17–2 overall in the year A motion to reconsider was laid on cer team on their 2006 National Colle- prior to his arrival to a Division I the table. giate Athletic Association champion- power and reigning national cham- f ship. pions.’’ After a tough, hard-fought game, the CONGRATULATING THE UNIVER- Gauchos of UC Santa Barbara claimed In the first 33 years of the program’s SITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SANTA the 2006 NCAA championship by a score existence, Santa Barbara had never BARBARA MEN’S SOCCER TEAM, of 2–1. reached the NCAA tournament but has 2006 NCAA CHAMPIONS I would also like to congratulate the now made five straight post-season ap- Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I move UCLA Bruins, the opposing team in the pearances under Vom Steeg’s guidance, to suspend the rules and agree to the final game, on a well-played season. including two trips to the College Cup. resolution (H. Res. 70) congratulating The Bruins had a season record of 14–6– I extend my congratulations to head the University of California at Santa 4 and had three players named to the coach Tim Vom Steeg and all the hard- Barbara men’s soccer team, the 2006 NCAA All-Tournament team. working players, the fans, and to the National Collegiate Athletic Associa- Although the UC Santa Barbara University of California at Santa Bar- tion Champions, as amended. men’s soccer program appeared in the bara. I am happy to join my good The Clerk read as follows: championship match twice in the last 3 friends and colleagues, Representatives H. RES. 70 years, this is the school’s first men’s CAPPS and GALLEGLY, in honoring this Whereas the University of California at soccer title and the university’s second exceptional team and all of its accom- Santa Barbara (UCSB) Gauchos claimed the Division I title in athletics. plishments and wish all involved con- 2006 NCAA Championship, 2–1, over the Uni- They accomplished many successes versity of California at Los Angeles Bruins tinued success. at Robert R. Hermann Stadium at Saint this year beyond the NCAA champion- I urge my colleagues to support this Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri, on ship. The men’s soccer team also won resolution. December 3, 2006; the 2006 Big West regular season cham- Whereas the UCSB Gauchos, in their 2006 pionship and had a record of 17–7–1. The Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I am hon- season, had an overall record of 17–7–1, and a team was led to victory by head coach ored to support this Revolution congratulating perfect 6–0 mark in the National Collegiate Tim Vom Steeg, assistant coach Greg the University of California, Santa Barbara Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament; Wilson, assistant coach Neil Jones, and men’s soccer team for winning the NCAA Divi- Whereas the UCSB Gauchos won a Division 1 sion I National Championship. title for the second time ever in school his- goalkeeper coach Erick Foss. Also as- tory and first time ever in men’s soccer; sisting the team was the UC Santa Bar- Along with my colleague ELTON GALLEGLY, I Whereas the UCSB Gauchos have reached bara director of athletics, Gary am thrilled to have this opportunity to con- the NCAA finals twice in the past three Cunningham. gratulate every player, coach, alumnus, faculty years; Mr. Speaker, I again congratulate member and supporter of UCSB. Whereas Nick Perera was named the tour- the student athletes, coaches, and the On December 3, 2006, the UCSB Gauchos nament’s offensive Most Outstanding Player University of California at Santa Bar- and Andy Iro was named the defensive Most captured the National Championship by scor- Outstanding Player; and bara on their 2006 men’s soccer team’s ing two goals against the University of Cali- Whereas the 2006 NCAA championship soc- achievement. fornia, Los Angeles. This is UCSB’s second cer team members are Kyle Reynish; Jeff I urge my colleagues to support this national title in school history. Murphy; David Walker; Andy Iro; Jon Curry; resolution. Greg Curry; Bryan Byrne; Paul Kierstead; Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of While all the gauchos played their hearts Tino Nunez; Tyler Rosenlund; Alfonso my time. out, I’d like to acknowledge two stand-out per- Motagalvan; Eric Frimpong; Chris Pontius; Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I yield formances. Nick Perera; Eric Avila; Evan Patterson; myself such times as I may consume. Brennan Tennelle; Kyle Kaveny; Andrew Sophomore Nick Perera scored a goal and Proctor; Bongomin Otii; Bryant Rueckner; Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support assisted on Eric Avila’s game-winner on his Tony Chinakwe; Jason Badger; Jordan of House Resolution 70. This resolution way to earning All-College Cup Most Out- Kaplan; Drew Gleason; C.J. Cintas; and Guil- recognizes the outstanding 2006 record standing Offensive Player of the Tournament lermo Jalomo: Now, therefore, be it of the University of California at Santa honors.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:55 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.021 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H957 Junior Andy Iro, despite playing through an COMMENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF GENERAL LEAVE injury, helped keep UCLA at bay and was LOUISVILLE CARDINALS FOOT- Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I re- named the All-College Cup Most Outstanding BALL TEAM FOR THEIR 2007 OR- quest 5 legislative days during which Defensive Player. ANGE BOWL VICTORY Members may insert material relevant While the beginning UCSB’s season was Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I move to H. Res. 82 into the RECORD. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there plagued by inconsistent play, the Gauchos to suspend the rules and agree to the objection to the request of the gen- fought to recover, winning 10 of their last 11 resolution (H. Res. 82) commending the tleman from Kentucky? games, including 6 straight in the tournament. University of Louisville Cardinals foot- Coach Tim Vom Steeg, a UCSB alum, and There was no objection. ball team for their victory in the 2007 Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I yield his staff, Greg Wilson, Neil Jones, and Erick Orange Bowl, as amended. Foss, deserve tremendous praise not only for myself such time as I may consume. The Clerk read as follows: (Mr. YARMUTH asked and was given their impressive leadership in the 2006 season H. RES. 82 permission to revise and extend his re- but also for leading the dominating Gauchos Whereas on January 2, 2007, the University marks.) to their second NCAA National Championship of Louisville Cardinals football team de- Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I stand game in 3 years. feated the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 24–13 before you today to commemorate the Coach Vom Steeg’s colleagues were so im- at Dolphin Stadium in Miami, Florida, to University of Louisiana Cardinals’ first pressed with his coaching abilities that they win the Orange Bowl; BCS victory, and I can hardly believe named him the National Soccer Coaches As- Whereas the Cardinals victory marked the the words coming out of my mouth. sociation of America National Coach of the climax of a 12–1 season, which yielded the To say that this moment was un- most wins in the program’s history, a Big Year, the most prestigious award that a Divi- thinkable to the football world 25 years sion I soccer coach can receive, for the sec- East Championship, and the school’s first Bowl Championship Series victory; ago is an understatement. After dec- ond time. Whereas junior quarterback Brian Brohm ades of lost games and revenue, the Mr. Speaker, while the men’s soccer team is was named the most valuable player of the Cardinal football team was on the a great example of the excellence the Univer- game after completing 24 of 34 passes for 311 verge of packing it in for good. Denny sity produces, there is much more to cele- yards, and junior wide receiver Harry Doug- Crum had won a national championship brate. las tied an Orange Bowl record with 10 and had just taken the basketball team As many of you know, my husband Walter catches totaling 165 receiving yards and fin- to its third Final Four in 4 years, and was a professor of Religious Studies for more ished the season with a school record 1,265 for a town and school that had grown receiving yards; than 30 years at UCSB. accustomed to winning, faith that next Through his experiences as a professor, Whereas the Cardinals offensive line provided protection and momentum throughout year’s football team would be different and my own as a graduate, I have watched the season and was a major factor in the became harder and harder to come by. the university rightfully gain national attention. team’s 457 yards of offense in the Orange But then athletic director Bill Olsen The university currently has five Nobel Lau- Bowl; found a believer in the most unlikely reates on faculty and was recently ranked in Whereas the relentless defense of the Car- of places. Fresh off a national cham- the top 15 best public schools in the Nation by dinals played a vital role in the Orange Bowl pionship and Orange Bowl win of his U.S. News & World Report. victory; own, Howard Schnellenberger returned Whereas the Cardinals defense was led by And with a breathtakingly beautiful campus, to his old hometown to resurrect the it’s no wonder that the men’s soccer team and senior cornerback William Gay, who broke up 2 passes late in the game and extin- Cardinal football program from the the university can attract such notable talent guished the final hope of the Demon Deacons burial ground of college never-had- from all over the world. with an interception; beens. And he did just that. If any of my colleagues ever find them- Whereas the success of the Cardinals is due In only 10 years at the helm of the selves on California’s Central Coast, I encour- in no small part to the dedication of Coach University of Louisville, Coach age you to stop by this beautiful campus and Bobby Petrino and his staff, as well as the Schnellenberger tripled the number of see for yourself all that it has to offer. Cardinals coaches of the last 2 decades, who bowl wins in the school’s history and And of course, don’t forget to catch a soccer led a magnificent ascent begun by Coach laid the foundation for the program Howard Schnellenberger; game at Harder Stadium. that John L. Smith and Bobby Petrino I hope all of my colleagues will join me in Whereas Cardinals fans, who stuck with the program through darker times, now have built into a perennial winner, which supporting this resolution. the team they deserve; this year earned a trip to its ninth Go Gauchos. Whereas the University of Louisville has straight bowl game. Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I yield achieved a formidable football program, The ascent of the Cardinal football back the balance of my time. which is consistently among the strongest in program emblemizes a ubiquitous spir- Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I yield college football; and it at the University of Louisville, not back the balance of my time. Whereas the exceptional group of young just in athletics but in all programs, in The SPEAKER pro tempore. The men who comprised the 2006 Cardinals should all walks of life. question is on the motion offered by be publicly recognized as the greatest foot- When the FDA approved the first the gentleman from Kentucky (Mr. ball team in the history of the University of Louisville: Now, therefore, be it completely effective cervical cancer YARMUTH) that the House suspend the Resolved, That the House of Representa- vaccine last year, it was two scientists rules and agree to the resolution, H. tives— from the University of Louisville, Ben Res. 70, as amended. (1) commends the University of Louisville Jenson and Shin-je Ghim, who were The question was taken; and (two- Cardinals football team for their victory in credited with the discovery. thirds being in the affirmative) the the 2007 Orange Bowl; At Louisville’s Jewish Hospital, U of rules were suspended and the resolu- (2) recognizes the achievements of the L faculty performed the first three suc- tion, as amended, was agreed to. players, Coach Bobby Petrino and his staff, cessful hand transplants in the United A motion to reconsider was laid on Director of Athletics Tom Jurich, and Presi- dent James Ramsey at the University of States and implanted the world’s first the table. Louisville for the hard work and dedication successful artificial heart. f that led to the Cardinals Orange Bowl vic- And 3-year-old Chase Ford became the first child to regain the ability to GENERAL LEAVE tory; and (3) directs the Clerk of the House of Rep- walk after a spine injury, thanks to the Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I ask resentatives to transmit a copy of this reso- work of U of L researcher Susan unanimous consent that all Members lution to the director of athletics at the Uni- Harkema. may have 5 legislative days in which to versity of Louisville for appropriate display. U of L also ranks first among major revise and extend their remarks and in- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- research universities in National Insti- clude extraneous material on H.R. 521 ant to the rule, the gentleman from tutes of Health funding growth and and H.R. 335. Kentucky (Mr. YARMUTH) and the gen- just became the only higher learning The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tleman from Louisiana (Mr. BOUSTANY) institution in Kentucky to promise a objection to the request of the gen- each will control 20 minutes. debt-free education to students from tleman from Kentucky? The Chair recognizes the gentleman low-income families through their There was no objection. from Kentucky. landmark Cardinal Covenant program.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.022 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H958 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 This spirit of success was exemplified The final victory capped a storied Mrs. TAUSCHER, California, Vice by Orange Bowl MVP Brian Brohm, season for the Cardinals that included Chairman who never failed to live up to the tre- a Big East championship and the Mr. ROSS, Arkansas mendous hype that followed him to the school’s first-ever win in a Bowl Cham- Mr. CHANDLER, Kentucky school. His dedication to his team and pionship Series game. I extend my con- Mr. LARSON, Connecticut his hometown grew all the more evi- gratulations to head coach Bobby Mr. MEEK, Florida dent when he chose to bypass an NFL Petrino and all of the hardworking Mr. SCOTT, Georgia draft in which many predicted he players and fans and to the University Ms. BEAN, Illinois would be the first player chosen so that of Louisville. f he could continue his dream of playing Mr. Speaker, I am happy to join my in a Cardinal uniform. good friend and colleague, Representa- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Receiving 10 of Brohm’s passes in the tive YARMUTH, in honoring this excep- PRO TEMPORE final game and tying the Orange Bowl tional team and all of its accomplish- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- record, Harry Douglas also captured ments, and wish all involved continued ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings the spirit of Louisville all season long success. I ask my colleagues to support will resume on motions to suspend the and set the single season record for re- this resolution. rules previously postponed. ceiving yards at U of L with 1,265. Mr. Speaker, I have no further re- Votes will be taken in the following These two, along with a committee of quests for time, and I yield back the order: skilled runners and receivers and an balance of my time. H.R. 521, by the yeas and nays; unmovable offensive line, created an Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I urge H.R. 49, by the yeas and nays; offense that seemed to score at will. my colleagues to approve this resolu- H. Res. 82, by the yeas and nays. Coupled with an impenetrable defense tion and join me in honoring the ‘‘Ville The first electronic vote will be con- led by Nate Harris, William Gay, on the Hill,’’ and I yield back the bal- ducted as a 15-minute vote. Remaining Amobi Okoye, and special teams an- ance of my time. electronic votes will be conducted as 5- chored by Art Carmody, the Nation’s The SPEAKER pro tempore. The minute votes. best kicker, they formed the greatest question is on the motion offered by football team in the history of the Uni- the gentleman from Kentucky (Mr. f versity of Louisville. YARMUTH) that the House suspend the LANE EVANS POST OFFICE While the Orange Bowl victory is un- rules and agree to the resolution, H. BUILDING precedented in our community, it epit- Res 82, as amended. omizes the dedication, work ethic, and The question was taken. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The success that we in Louisville have The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the pending business is the question of sus- come to expect from our flagship uni- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of pending the rules and passing the bill, versity. those voting have responded in the af- H.R. 521. I stand here today to commemorate firmative. The Clerk read the title of the bill. one win that served as a exclamation of Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, on that The SPEAKER pro tempore. The a stellar season, but the victory is far I demand the yeas and nays. question is on the motion offered by from fleeting. This Orange Bowl and The yeas and nays were ordered. the gentlewoman from the District of this 12-win season serve as a bench- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Columbia (Ms. NORTON) that the House mark of long-term success; and as ath- ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the suspend the rules and pass the bill, letic director Tom Jurich hands the Chair’s prior announcement, further H.R. 521, on which the yeas and nays reins to new coach Steve Kragthorpe, proceedings on this question will be are ordered. there is no one left in the football postponed. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were—yeas 405, nays 3, world who is not confident that he has f handed him a winner. not voting 27, as follows: RECESS [Roll No. 58] b 1500 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- YEAS—405 For the players who personified ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Abercrombie Boustany Costa greatness on the field and the coaches declares the House in recess until ap- Ackerman Boyd (FL) Costello who led them, for the program that de- Aderholt Boyda (KS) Courtney proximately 6:30 p.m. today. Akin Braley (IA) Cramer fied the odds, producing the greatest Accordingly (at 3 o’clock and 3 min- team in its history, and for the univer- Alexander Brown (SC) Crenshaw utes p.m.), the House stood in recess Allen Brown-Waite, Crowley sity that consistently acts an example until approximately 6:30 p.m. Altmire Ginny Cubin of excellence, I urge my colleagues to Andrews Buchanan Cuellar join me in support of H. Res. 82, com- f Arcuri Burgess Cummings Baca Burton (IN) Davis (AL) memorating the 2007 Orange Bowl b 1830 Bachmann Butterfield Davis (CA) champion, U of L Fighting Cardinals. Baird Buyer Davis (IL) Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of AFTER RECESS Baker Calvert Davis (KY) The recess having expired, the House Baldwin Camp (MI) Davis, David my time. Barrett (SC) Campbell (CA) Davis, Lincoln Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I yield was called to order by the Speaker pro Barrow Cannon Davis, Tom myself such time as I may consume. tempore (Mr. COURTNEY) at 6 o’clock Bartlett (MD) Cantor Deal (GA) Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of and 30 minutes p.m. Barton (TX) Capito DeFazio Bean Capps DeGette House Resolution 82. This resolution f Becerra Capuano Delahunt recognizes the 12–1 season of the Uni- Berkley Cardoza DeLauro versity of Louisville Cardinals, as well APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO Berman Carnahan Dent as the come-from-behind 24–13 win over UNITED STATES GROUP OF THE Berry Carney Diaz-Balart, M. NATO PARLIAMENTARY ASSEM- Biggert Carson Dicks the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at the Bilbray Carter Dingell 2007 Bowl Championship Series in the BLY Bilirakis Castle Doggett Orange Bowl. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Bishop (GA) Castor Donnelly Bishop (NY) Chabot Doolittle The Cardinals averaged 39 points a ant to 22 U.S.C. 1928a, and the order of Bishop (UT) Chandler Doyle game and ranked second in the Nation the House of January 4, 2007, the Chair Blackburn Clarke Drake in total offense this season, but fell be- announces the Speaker’s appointment Blumenauer Clay Dreier Blunt Cleaver Duncan hind 13–10 in the final quarter before of the following Members of the House Boehner Clyburn Ehlers their offense went into high gear. to the United States Group of the Bonner Coble Ellison Touchdown drives of 81 and 71 yards on NATO Parliamentary Assembly, in ad- Bono Cohen Ellsworth consecutive possessions sealed their dition to Mr. TANNER of Tennessee, Boozman Cole (OK) Emanuel Boren Conaway Emerson first win in a major bowl since the 1991 Chairman, appointed on January 11, Boswell Conyers Engel Fiesta Bowl. 2007: Boucher Cooper Eshoo

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.027 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H959 Etheridge Lewis (CA) Reyes NAYS—3 The vote was taken by electronic de- Everett Lewis (GA) Reynolds Garrett (NJ) King (IA) Shadegg vice, and there were—yeas 409, nays 0, Fallin Lewis (KY) Rodriguez Farr Linder Rogers (AL) NOT VOTING—27 not voting 26, as follows: Fattah Lipinski Rogers (KY) Bachus Graves Ros-Lehtinen [Roll No. 59] Feeney LoBiondo Rogers (MI) Brady (PA) Grijalva Shays Ferguson Loebsack Rohrabacher Brady (TX) Gutierrez Simpson YEAS—409 Filner Lofgren, Zoe Roskam Brown, Corrine Hastert Souder Abercrombie Davis, David Jindal Flake Lowey Ross Culberson Latham Tanner Ackerman Davis, Lincoln Johnson (GA) Forbes Lucas Rothman Fortenberry Lungren, Daniel Davis, Jo Ann McCaul (TX) Terry Aderholt Davis, Tom Johnson (IL) Roybal-Allard Diaz-Balart, L. McDermott Towns Akin Deal (GA) Johnson, E. B. Fossella E. Royce Edwards Neal (MA) Wamp Alexander DeFazio Johnson, Sam Foxx Lynch Ruppersberger English (PA) Norwood Young (FL) Allen DeGette Jones (NC) Frank (MA) Mack Rush Altmire Delahunt Jones (OH) Franks (AZ) Mahoney (FL) Ryan (OH) b 1856 Andrews DeLauro Jordan Frelinghuysen Maloney (NY) Ryan (WI) Arcuri Dent Kagen Gallegly Manzullo Salazar So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Baca Diaz-Balart, M. Kanjorski Gerlach Marchant Sali tive) the rules were suspended and the Bachmann Dicks Kaptur Giffords Markey Sa´ nchez, Linda Baird Dingell Keller (FL) Gilchrest Marshall bill was passed. T. Baker Doggett Kennedy Gillibrand Matheson The result of the vote was announced Sanchez, Loretta Baldwin Donnelly Kildee Matsui Gillmor Sarbanes as above recorded. Barrett (SC) Doolittle Kilpatrick Gingrey McCarthy (CA) Saxton A motion to reconsider was laid on Barrow Doyle Kind Gohmert McCarthy (NY) Schakowsky the table. Bartlett (MD) Drake King (IA) Gonzalez McCollum (MN) Schiff Barton (TX) Dreier King (NY) Goode McCotter Schmidt Stated for: Bean Duncan Kingston Goodlatte McCrery Schwartz Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, Becerra Ehlers Kirk Gordon McGovern Scott (GA) on rollcall No. 58 I was unable to vote due to Berkley Ellison Klein (FL) Granger McHenry Scott (VA) Berman Ellsworth Kline (MN) McHugh weather and traffic delays. Had I been Green, Al Sensenbrenner Berry Emanuel Knollenberg Green, Gene McIntyre Serrano present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Biggert Emerson Kucinich Hall (NY) McKeon Sessions Bilbray Engel Kuhl (NY) Hall (TX) McMorris f Sestak Bilirakis Eshoo LaHood Hare Rodgers Shea-Porter MOMENT OF SILENCE IN MEMORY Bishop (GA) Etheridge Lamborn Harman McNerney Sherman Bishop (NY) Everett Lampson Hastings (FL) McNulty OF FATHER ROBERT DRINAN Shimkus Bishop (UT) Fallin Langevin Hastings (WA) Meehan Shuler (Mr. MARKEY asked and was given Blackburn Farr Lantos Hayes Meek (FL) Shuster Blumenauer Fattah Larsen (WA) Heller Meeks (NY) permission to address the House for 1 Sires Blunt Feeney Larson (CT) Hensarling Melancon minute.) Skelton Boehner Ferguson LaTourette Herger Mica Slaughter Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise for Bonner Filner Lee Herseth Michaud Bono Flake Levin Smith (NE) the purpose of announcing to the House Higgins Millender- Boozman Forbes Lewis (CA) Smith (NJ) Hill McDonald that one of our most beloved former Boren Fortenberry Lewis (GA) Smith (TX) Hinchey Miller (FL) Members, Father Robert Drinan, has Boswell Fossella Lewis (KY) Smith (WA) Hinojosa Miller (MI) Boucher Foxx Linder Snyder passed away. He served five terms in Hirono Miller (NC) the House of Representatives, from 1971 Boustany Frank (MA) Lipinski Hobson Miller, Gary Solis Boyd (FL) Franks (AZ) LoBiondo Hodes Miller, George Space to 1981. Those of us who served with Boyda (KS) Frelinghuysen Loebsack Hoekstra Mitchell Spratt him and those who came to know him Brady (TX) Gallegly Lofgren, Zoe Holden Mollohan Stark subsequently through his work as an Braley (IA) Garrett (NJ) Lowey Holt Moore (KS) Stearns Brown (SC) Gerlach Lucas Honda Moore (WI) Stupak educator and a moral leader admired Brown-Waite, Giffords Lungren, Daniel Hooley Moran (KS) Sullivan his lifelong commitment to public Ginny Gilchrest E. Hoyer Moran (VA) Sutton service, loved him for his friendship Buchanan Gillibrand Lynch Hulshof Murphy (CT) Tancredo and will miss his remarkable spirit. He Burgess Gillmor Mack Hunter Murphy, Patrick Tauscher Burton (IN) Gingrey Mahoney (FL) Inglis (SC) Murphy, Tim Taylor was truly a great man. Butterfield Gohmert Maloney (NY) Inslee Murtha Thompson (CA) Mr. Speaker, I ask that the House be Buyer Gonzalez Manzullo Israel Musgrave Thompson (MS) made in order so that we may observe Calvert Goode Marchant Issa Myrick Thornberry Camp (MI) Goodlatte Markey Jackson (IL) Nadler Tiahrt a moment of silence in memory of Fa- Campbell (CA) Gordon Marshall Jackson-Lee Napolitano Tiberi ther Robert Drinan. Cannon Granger Matheson (TX) Neugebauer Tierney The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- Cantor Green, Al Matsui Jefferson Nunes Turner bers will rise and observe a moment of Capito Green, Gene McCarthy (CA) Jindal Oberstar Udall (CO) Capps Hall (NY) McCarthy (NY) Johnson (GA) Obey Udall (NM) silence. Capuano Hall (TX) McCollum (MN) Johnson (IL) Olver Upton f Cardoza Hare McCotter Johnson, E. B. Ortiz Van Hollen Carnahan Harman McCrery Johnson, Sam Pallone Vela´ zquez ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Carney Hastings (FL) McGovern Jones (NC) Pascrell Visclosky PRO TEMPORE Carson Hastings (WA) McHenry Jones (OH) Pastor Walberg Carter Hayes McHugh Jordan Paul Walden (OR) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without Castle Heller (NV) McIntyre Kagen Payne Walsh (NY) objection, 5-minute voting will con- Castor Hensarling McKeon Kanjorski Pearce Chabot Herger McMorris Walz (MN) tinue. Kaptur Pelosi Wasserman Chandler Herseth Rodgers Keller Pence Schultz There was no objection. Clarke Higgins McNerney Kennedy Perlmutter Waters Clay Hill McNulty Kildee Peterson (MN) f Cleaver Hinchey Meehan Watson Kilpatrick Peterson (PA) Clyburn Hinojosa Meek (FL) Watt Kind Petri GERALD R. FORD, JR. POST Coble Hirono Meeks (NY) Waxman King (NY) Pickering OFFICE BUILDING Cohen Hobson Melancon Weiner Kingston Pitts Cole (OK) Hodes Mica Welch (VT) Kirk Platts The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Conaway Hoekstra Michaud Klein (FL) Poe Weldon (FL) pending business is the question of sus- Conyers Holden Millender- Kline (MN) Pomeroy Weller pending the rules and passing the bill, Cooper Holt McDonald Westmoreland Knollenberg Porter H.R. 49. Costa Honda Miller (FL) Kucinich Price (GA) Wexler Costello Hooley Miller (MI) Kuhl (NY) Price (NC) Whitfield The Clerk read the title of the bill. Courtney Hoyer Miller (NC) LaHood Pryce (OH) Wicker The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Cramer Hulshof Miller, Gary Lamborn Putnam Wilson (NM) question is on the motion offered by Crenshaw Hunter Miller, George Lampson Radanovich Wilson (OH) Crowley Inglis (SC) Mitchell Langevin Rahall Wilson (SC) the gentlewoman from the District of Cubin Inslee Mollohan Lantos Ramstad Wolf Columbia (Ms. NORTON) that the House Cuellar Israel Moore (KS) Larsen (WA) Rangel Woolsey suspend the rules and pass the bill, Cummings Issa Moore (WI) Larson (CT) Regula Wu H.R. 49, on which the yeas and nays are Davis (AL) Jackson (IL) Moran (KS) LaTourette Rehberg Wynn Davis (CA) Jackson-Lee Moran (VA) Lee Reichert Yarmuth ordered. Davis (IL) (TX) Murphy (CT) Levin Renzi Young (AK) This will be a 5-minute vote. Davis (KY) Jefferson Murphy, Patrick

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Murphy (CT) Rogers (KY) Stupak Murtha Rohrabacher Sullivan Murphy, Patrick Rogers (MI) Sullivan Musgrave Roskam Sutton The vote was taken by electronic de- Murphy, Tim Rohrabacher Sutton Myrick Ross Tancredo vice, and there were—yeas 408, nays 1, Murtha Roskam Tancredo Nadler Rothman Tauscher not voting 26, as follows: Musgrave Ross Tauscher Napolitano Roybal-Allard Taylor Myrick Rothman [Roll No. 60] Taylor Neugebauer Royce Thompson (CA) Nadler Roybal-Allard Thompson (CA) Nunes Ruppersberger Thompson (MS) YEAS—408 Napolitano Royce Thompson (MS) Oberstar Rush Neugebauer Ruppersberger Thornberry Thornberry Obey Ryan (OH) Abercrombie Davis, David Jefferson Nunes Rush Tiahrt Tiahrt Olver Ryan (WI) Ackerman Davis, Lincoln Jindal Oberstar Ryan (OH) Tiberi Tiberi Ortiz Salazar Aderholt Davis, Tom Johnson (GA) Obey Ryan (WI) Tierney Akin Deal (GA) Johnson (IL) Tierney Pallone Sali Turner Olver Salazar ´ Alexander DeFazio Johnson, E. B. Turner Pascrell Sanchez, Linda Udall (CO) Ortiz Sali Allen DeGette Johnson, Sam ´ Udall (CO) Pastor T. Udall (NM) Pallone Sanchez, Linda Paul Sanchez, Loretta Altmire Delahunt Jones (NC) Udall (NM) Upton Pascrell T. Payne Sarbanes Andrews DeLauro Jones (OH) Pastor Sanchez, Loretta Upton Van Hollen Pearce Saxton Arcuri Dent Jordan Paul Sarbanes Van Hollen Vela´ zquez Pelosi Schakowsky Baca Diaz-Balart, M. Kagen Payne Saxton Vela´ zquez Visclosky Pence Schiff Bachmann Dicks Kanjorski Pearce Schakowsky Visclosky Walberg Perlmutter Schmidt Baird Dingell Kaptur Pelosi Schiff Walberg Walden (OR) Peterson (MN) Schwartz Baker Doggett Keller Pence Schmidt Walden (OR) Peterson (PA) Scott (GA) Walsh (NY) Baldwin Donnelly Kennedy Perlmutter Schwartz Walsh (NY) Walz (MN) Petri Scott (VA) Barrett (SC) Doolittle Kildee Peterson (MN) Scott (GA) Walz (MN) Wasserman Pickering Sensenbrenner Barrow Doyle Kilpatrick Peterson (PA) Scott (VA) Wasserman Schultz Pitts Serrano Bartlett (MD) Drake Kind Petri Sensenbrenner Schultz Waters Bean Dreier King (IA) Platts Sessions Pickering Serrano Waters Watson Becerra Duncan King (NY) Poe Sestak Pitts Sessions Watson Watt Berkley Ehlers Kingston Pomeroy Shadegg Platts Sestak Watt Waxman Berman Ellison Kirk Porter Shea-Porter Poe Shadegg Waxman Weiner Berry Ellsworth Klein (FL) Price (GA) Sherman Pomeroy Shea-Porter Weiner Welch (VT) Biggert Emanuel Kline (MN) Price (NC) Shimkus Porter Sherman Welch (VT) Weldon (FL) Bilbray Emerson Knollenberg Pryce (OH) Shuler Price (GA) Shimkus Weldon (FL) Putnam Shuster Weller Bilirakis Engel Kucinich Price (NC) Shuler Weller Radanovich Sires Westmoreland Bishop (GA) Eshoo Kuhl (NY) Pryce (OH) Shuster Westmoreland Rahall Skelton Wexler Bishop (NY) Etheridge LaHood Putnam Sires Wexler Ramstad Slaughter Whitfield Bishop (UT) Everett Lamborn Radanovich Skelton Rangel Smith (NE) Wicker Blackburn Fallin Lampson Rahall Slaughter Whitfield Regula Smith (NJ) Wilson (NM) Blumenauer Farr Langevin Ramstad Smith (NE) Wicker Rehberg Smith (TX) Wilson (OH) Blunt Fattah Lantos Rangel Smith (NJ) Wilson (NM) Reichert Smith (WA) Wilson (SC) Boehner Feeney Larsen (WA) Regula Smith (TX) Wilson (OH) Renzi Snyder Wolf Bonner Ferguson Larson (CT) Rehberg Smith (WA) Wilson (SC) Reyes Solis Woolsey Bono Filner LaTourette Reichert Snyder Wolf Reynolds Space Wu Boozman Flake Lee Renzi Solis Woolsey Rodriguez Spratt Wynn Boren Forbes Levin Reyes Space Wu Rogers (AL) Stark Yarmuth Boswell Fortenberry Lewis (CA) Reynolds Spratt Wynn Rogers (KY) Stearns Young (AK) Boucher Fossella Lewis (GA) Rodriguez Stark Yarmuth Boustany Foxx Lewis (KY) Rogers (AL) Stearns Young (AK) NOT VOTING—26 Boyd (FL) Frank (MA) Linder Bachus Grijalva Shays Boyda (KS) Franks (AZ) Lipinski NAYS—1 Brady (TX) Frelinghuysen LoBiondo Brady (PA) Gutierrez Simpson Barton (TX) Braley (IA) Gallegly Loebsack Brown, Corrine Hastert Souder Brown (SC) Garrett (NJ) Lofgren, Zoe Culberson Latham Tanner NOT VOTING—26 Brown-Waite, Gerlach Lowey Davis, Jo Ann McCaul (TX) Bachus Grijalva Shays Terry Ginny Giffords Lucas Diaz-Balart, L. McDermott Brady (PA) Gutierrez Towns Buchanan Gilchrest Lungren, Daniel Simpson Edwards Neal (MA) Brown, Corrine Hastert Wamp Burgess Gillibrand E. Souder English (PA) Norwood Culberson Latham Young (FL) Burton (IN) Gillmor Lynch Tanner Graves Ros-Lehtinen Davis, Jo Ann McCaul (TX) Butterfield Gingrey Mack Terry Diaz-Balart, L. McDermott Buyer Gohmert Mahoney (FL) Towns b 1907 Edwards Neal (MA) Calvert Gonzalez Maloney (NY) Wamp English (PA) Norwood So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Camp (MI) Goode Manzullo Young (FL) Graves Ros-Lehtinen tive) the rules were suspended and the Campbell (CA) Goodlatte Marchant bill was passed. Cannon Gordon Markey Cantor Granger Marshall b 1916 The result of the vote was announced Capito Green, Al Matheson as above recorded. Capps Green, Gene Matsui So (two-thirds being in the affirma- A motion to reconsider was laid on Capuano Hall (NY) McCarthy (CA) tive) the rules were suspended and the the table. Cardoza Hall (TX) McCarthy (NY) Carnahan Hare McCollum (MN) resolution, as amended, was agreed to. Stated for: Carney Harman McCotter The result of the vote was announced Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, Carson Hastings (FL) McCrery as above recorded. on rollcall No. 59 I was unable to vote due to Carter Hastings (WA) McGovern Castle Hayes McHenry A motion to reconsider was laid on weather and traffic delays. Had I been Castor Heller McHugh the table. present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Chabot Hensarling McIntyre Stated for: f Chandler Herger McKeon Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, Clarke Herseth McMorris COMMENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF Clay Higgins Rodgers on rollcall No. 60, I was unable to vote due to LOUISVILLE CARDINALS FOOT- Cleaver Hill McNerney weather and traffic delays. Had I been Clyburn Hinchey McNulty present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ BALL TEAM FOR THEIR 2007 OR- Coble Hinojosa Meehan ANGE BOWL VICTORY Cohen Hirono Meek (FL) Cole (OK) Hobson Meeks (NY) f The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Conaway Hodes Melancon pending business is the question of sus- Conyers Hoekstra Mica pending the rules and agreeing to the Cooper Holden Michaud PERSONAL EXPLANATION resolution, H. Res. 82, as amended. Costa Holt Millender- Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, on January 29, Costello Honda McDonald The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Courtney Hooley Miller (FL) 2007, I was returning from the World Eco- tion. Cramer Hoyer Miller (MI) nomic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Crenshaw Hulshof Miller (NC) therefore, missed three recorded votes. Crowley Hunter Miller, Gary question is on the motion offered by Cubin Inglis (SC) Miller, George I take my voting responsibility very seriously the gentleman from Kentucky (Mr. Cuellar Inslee Mitchell and would like the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD to YARMUTH) that the House suspend the Cummings Israel Mollohan reflect that, had I been present, I would have rules and agree to the resolution, H. Davis (AL) Issa Moore (KS) voted ‘‘yea’’ on recorded vote number 58, Davis (CA) Jackson (IL) Moore (WI) Res. 82, as amended, on which the yeas Davis (IL) Jackson-Lee Moran (KS) ‘‘yea’’ on recorded vote 59 and ‘‘yea’’ on re- and nays are ordered. Davis (KY) (TX) Moran (VA) corded vote 60.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.024 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H961 PERSONAL EXPLANATION ernment owns a preponderance of the PROTESTING IS ACT OF Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- land and has changed forest policies PATRIOTISM avoidably absent from this Chamber today. I and has dropped their revenues dra- (Mr. COHEN asked and was given per- matically. would like the RECORD to show that, had I mission to address the House for 1 been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on f minute and to revise and extend his re- rollcall votes 58, 59, and 60. marks.) f MEMBERS NOT ABOVE THE LAW Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, this weekend tens or hundreds of thousands of REAUTHORIZE SECURE RURAL (Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Flor- ida asked and was given permission to Americans came to Washington to pro- SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY test the war. It was reminiscent of SELF-DETERMINATION ACT address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Vietnam, as so much of this war is (Mr. WALDEN of Oregon asked and Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Flor- reminiscent of Vietnam. was given permission to address the ida. Mr. Speaker, Americans are fed up What these people did was an act of House for 1 minute and to revise and with elected officials acting like they patriotism and courage, exercising extend his remarks.) are better than everyone else. We have their first amendment rights and ex- Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speak- seen scandal after scandal on a bipar- pressing their opinion that the policy er, the failure of Congress to reauthor- tisan basis, and people are sick of it. of this administration and this country ize the Secure Rural Schools and Com- Just last year, in the face of several is wrong. As they protested, and munity Self-Determination Act is a inappropriate acts from Members of throughout the weekend, American sol- breach of faith to more than 600 for- this Congress, some of our leaders de- diers lost their lives. It is unfortunate ested counties and 4,400 school districts cided that we were above the law. I that it seems that the calls of the peo- across America. cannot disagree more. When a local ple are not being heeded. Mr. Speaker, 78 percent of the land in business fails to file its taxes, we inves- It is particularly distressing, Mr. Deschutes County, Oregon, is con- tigate. When a parent abuses a child, Speaker, to hear one of the Cabinet trolled by the Federal Government. It we investigate. If a Member of Con- members suggest that people who dis- is a recreational and outdoor paradise. gress abuses his or her position, law en- agree with the administration are lend- Funds from this program have sup- forcement officers must have the au- ing aid and solace to the enemy. That ported public safety, emergency med- thority to follow the evidence regard- is wrong. The first amendment is about ical, search and rescue operations, and less of where it may lead. free speech. The demonstrations, the much more to protect the more than 2 Listen up America. Last week I in- protests that happened this week were million people who come to central Or- troduced H.R. 88 that declares to our correct. Samuel Johnson said: ‘‘The egon to recreate every year. constituents that we agree with them: last refuge to which a scoundrel clings County Sheriff Les Stiles says, Members of Congress should not be is patriotism.’’ I think we saw people ‘‘Search and rescue is a matter of life above the law. I urge my colleagues to try to find patriotism to be the refuge and death in central Oregon, and sup- cosponsor this important legislation. rather than response to protests and porting these programs is essential analytical discussions of the policies in given the surge in outdoor recreation.’’ f Iraq. Our school kids are hurt, too, because this program has not been reau- CHANGE POLICY IN IRAQ f thorized yet. At the Bend-LaPine (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas asked School District, administrators face and was given permission to address FATHER ROBERT DRINAN the task of bigger class sizes or fewer the House for 1 minute and to revise (Mr. MCGOVERN asked and was teachers as they struggle to meet State and extend her remarks.) given permission to address the House and Federal mandates. School Super- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. for 1 minute and to revise and extend intendent Doug Nelson says, ‘‘These Speaker, I think it is important that his remarks. funds help us ensure programs which all of us want what is best for the men Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, Fa- don’t leave kids behind.’’ and women on the front lines in Iraq. ther Robert Drinan, a former Member Mr. Speaker, Congress must keep the Certainly it is disturbing when we find of this House and a champion for the Federal Government’s word to timber that there is a confusion in the report- cause of peace and justice, died yester- communities. Pass H.R. 17. Time is ing of the incident that saw the loss of day. running out. life of approximately four or five of our Father Drinan was a hero and a f soldiers. First, it was represented that friend. He recognized early the folly of they died in a battle fighting against the Vietnam War, and he fought to end REAUTHORIZE SECURE RURAL the insurgents and others; later to be it. He was a critic of the current and SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY determined that they had been kid- senseless war in Iraq. He was out- SELF-DETERMINATION ACT napped and shot in the head execution- spoken and not faint on issues of (Mr. DEFAZIO asked and was given style. human rights here at home and around permission to address the House for 1 This, of course, speaks to the failed the world. He was a friend to the poor, minute and to revise and extend his re- policy of this administration that our a courageous advocate for civil rights marks.) soldiers can declare victory and be re- and civil liberties, and a well-respected Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I too rise turned home, but more importantly it legal scholar. He was also a Jesuit on the issue of the Secure Rural certainly is a shame when we cannot priest who was proud of his vocation Schools and Community Self-Deter- tell parents and loved ones and others and dedicated to the teachings of the mination Act. As my colleague from how their loved ones fell in battle. Church. Oregon just stated, this is a crisis. This Certainly it is a shame that we find We developed a strong friendship over is an economic, social and public safety that our young men and women on the the years. I certainly sought his advice crisis if these funds are not reauthor- front lines may be subject to capture and counsel on many, many issues; and ized. They are now preparing layoff no- and execution, like being shot in the he never hesitated to provide it. He tices for teachers in rural school dis- streets in a most disgraceful manner. called regularly, sent me articles and tricts, for deputy sheriffs in search and We must fix the broken policies of speeches, and always urged me to stand rescue, for people who maintain our Iraq. Redeploy our troops, engage our strong for what is right. critical road and highway infrastruc- allies in the region, begin a political Mr. Speaker, our country, and indeed ture in the western and other States diplomatic solution, and stop falsifying the world, is better off because of Bob across the country. reports to the American people, not Drinan. My condolences go out to his This Congress must act, and soon, to knowing how their loved ones are being family and friends. He was a remark- keep faith with the counties and the executed in the streets of Iraq. I ask able man and a true inspiration and he school districts where the Federal Gov- for a new policy in Iraq. will be missed.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.026 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H962 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 Mr. Speaker, I ask to insert in the lieve that there is work for me to do which school. He became dean a year later, a posi- RECORD a copy of an article which ap- somehow will be more important than the tion he held until 1969. Father Drinan served peared in today’s Boston Globe hon- work I am required to leave.’’ as Boston College’s vice president and pro- Father Drinan’s unexpected announcement oring Father Drinan. vost from 1969 to 1970. During his deanship, set off a scramble among prospective succes- the law school went from being ‘‘a moribund [From boston.com, Jan. 29, 2007] sors. The winner was U.S. Representative institution,’’ as a federal judge once de- CONGRESSMAN-PRIEST DRINAN DIES Barney Frank, then a state representative scribed it, to ranking among the nation’s (By Mark Feeney) from Beacon Hill. more highly regarded law schools. In announcing that he would not run The Rev. Robert F. Drinan, who left Bos- Father Drinan found himself increasingly again, Father Drinan described himself as ‘‘a ton College’s administration to become the involved in public issues. He served as chair- moral architect.’’ It was an apt description first Roman Catholic priest elected to Con- man of the advisory committee for Massa- of his political career. His election in 1970 gress and who in 1973 filed the initial im- chusetts of the U.S. Commission on Civil was as much crusade as campaign, charged peachment resolution against President Rights. As part of an ecumenical group, he with a moral fervor that would characterize Richard M. Nixon, died yesterday at Sibley went to South Vietnam in 1969 to assess the his entire political career. Father Drinan’s Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C. He state of religious and political freedom critics called him ‘the mad monk.’’ In the was 86. there. context of those highly charged times, it The cause of death was pneumonia and Asked in a 1970 Globe interview why he was could as easily be considered praise. running for Congress, Father Drinan an- congestive heart failure, said a spokeswoman ‘‘He envisions political power as a moral swered with a series of questions. ‘‘Why? for Georgetown University, where Father power,’’ Ralph Nader, the consumer advo- Why not? Jesuit priests always have been Drinan taught legal ethics and other sub- cate, once said. More advocate than legis- avant-garde. Right?’’ jects to more than 6,000 students during the lator, Father Drinan was an outsider on Cap- past 26 years. itol Hill. (‘‘You have collegiality much more His candidacy drew nationwide attention. ‘‘Father Drinan was a forever gentle, resil- in the church than you do in Congress,’’ he The conservative columnist William F. ient, tenacious advocate for social justice said in a 1974 Globe interview.) A wag lik- Buckley Jr. called Father Drinan ‘‘the great- and fundamental decency,’’ said Senator ened his membership on the House Internal est threat to orderly thought since Eleanor John F. Kerry, who was Father Drinan’s Security Committee, the successor to the Roosevelt left this vale of tears.’’ He won a campaign manager in 1970. ‘‘He lived out in House Committee on Un-American Activi- three-way race in November by 3,000 votes. public life the whole cloth of Catholic teach- ties, ‘‘which Father Drinan wanted to dis- Also elected to Congress in 1970 were such ings. In the most divisive days of Vietnam solve, to ‘‘an atheist belonging to the World vehemently anti war Democrats as Ron Del- when things were coming apart, this incred- Council of Churches.’’ lums of California and Bella Abzug of New ible man and most unlikely of candidates As a member of the House Judiciary Com- York. Yet Father Drinan drew particular at- showed America how a man of faith could be mittee, Father Drinan gained a national pro- tention. In January 1974, George H.W. Bush, a man of peace .’’ file in the summer of 1974 when the commit- who was then Republican Party chairman, A five-term member of the House of Rep- tee’s hearings considering Nixon’s impeach- said there wasn’t another congressman resentatives, Father Drinan was one of its ment were televised. The hearings would whose defeat he more strongly hoped for most liberal members. His strong anti-ad- have taken place a year earlier, had Father than Father Drinan’s. He promised a major ministration stands earned him a place on Drinan had his way. On July 31, 1973, he in- GOP drive to unseat him. None materialized. the Nixon ‘‘enemies list.’’ His upset victory troduced the first resolution to impeach the Last night, several of Father Drinan’s col- over U.S. Representative Philip J. Philbin, a president—though not for any high crimes leagues said his character and conscience 14-term incumbent who was vice chairman of and misdemeanors relating to the Watergate made him a strong voice on Capitol Hill. In the House Armed Services Committee, in the scandal, but rather over the administration’s a statement, Senator Edward Kennedy cited 1970 Democratic primary in Massachusetts secret bombing campaign in Cambodia. Father Drinan’s principled commitment to, Third Congressional District was a high- Father Drinan prided himself on having among other causes, ending the war in Viet- water mark in the New Politics, which filed that resolution. But its timing dis- nam. ‘‘He was a profile in courage in every brought the antiwar movement to the ballot mayed the House Democratic leadership, sense of the word, and the nation has lost box. which thought it premature and counter- one of the finest persons ever to serve in Father Drinan’s election was also a land- productive. Congress,’’ Kennedy said. mark in U.S. church-state relations. ‘‘Morally, Drinan had a good case,’’ then- ‘‘When I arrived in Congress, Father A Catholic priest, the Rev. Gabriel Rich- House Speaker Thomas P. O’Neill Jr. noted Drinan was already serving as the conscience ard, had served in Congress in 1822 as a non- in his memoirs. ‘‘But politically, he damn of the House of Representatives with every voting delegate from Michigan Territory, near blew it. For if Drinan’s resolution had vote he cast,’’ U.S. Representative Edward but he had been appointed. And many come up for a vote at the time he filed it, it Markey of Malden said. ‘‘ He was a man of Protestant clerics had served as U.S. rep- would have been overwhelmingly defeated— faith who never stopped searching for truth, resentatives. Yet the sight of Father Drinan by something like 400 to 20. After that, with and he was a committed educator who stayed in the halls of Congress in his Roman collar most of the members already on record as true to his faith.’’ was startling. Some even questioned the pro- having voted once against impeachment, it After leaving Congress, Father Drinan re- priety of his wearing a cleric’s collar and would have been extremely difficult to get turned to academe, teaching international black suit on the floor of the House. Father them to change their minds later on.’’ human rights, legal ethics, and constitu- Drinan had a standard response. ‘‘It’s the In 1975, Father Drinan filed an impeach- tional law at Georgetown University Law only suit I own,’’ he’d quip. ment resolution against U.S. ambassador to Center. He published ‘‘Can God and Caesar Before entering politics, the Jesuit priest Iran Richard Helms for his activities as di- Coexist? Balancing Religious Freedom and had long served as dean at Boston College rector of the Central Intelligence Agency. International Law’’ (2005). Law School. That same year, Father Drinan was chief In addition to keeping a heavy schedule of Supporters saw his entering Congress as a plaintiff in a suit filed by 21 Democratic con- speeches and writing, Father Drinan served logical union of his legal and spiritual voca- gressmen to block U.S. military involvement on the board of Common Cause, the citizens tions. ‘‘Our father, who art in Congress’’ be- in Cambodia. It was later dismissed. lobbying group, and spent two terms as came a popular, if unofficial, campaign slo- Robert Frederick Drinan was born in Bos- president of the liberal organization Ameri- gan. ton, the son of James John Drinan and Ann cans for Democratic Action. While in Con- Yet many of Father Drinan’s most vehe- Mary (Flanagan) Drinan. Father Drinan gress, he had been a founder of the National ment detractors were Catholics who opposed grew up in Hyde Park. He played clarinet Interreligious Task Force for Soviet Jewry. him politically because they saw his elec- with the Boston Civic Symphony and partici- (Father Drinan was a strong supporter of So- toral career as detracting from his priestly pated on the debating team at Boston Col- viet Jews seeking emigration.) He also calling. He further angered some Catholics lege. He entered the Society of Jesus in 1942, served on the board of Bread for the World, with his show of independence from the after earning his bachelor’s degree at Boston an organization dedicated to feeding the church, supporting federal funding of abor- College. tions and opposing constitutional amend- Father Drinan did his seminary work at hungry. In a 1992 Globe interview, Father ments that would have banned abortion and Weston College in Cambridge. (Daniel Drinan called ending world hunger his ‘‘num- allowed prayer in public schools. Berrigan, who would later become a noted ber one passion.’’ In 1980, Pope John Paul II ordered Father peace activist, was a classmate.) He received In that interview, Father Drinan was asked Drinan to either forgo reelection or leave the a master’s from Boston College in 1947 and what he felt about the Vatican’s forcing him priesthood. With ‘‘regret and pain,’’ Father two law degrees from Georgetown University to choose between the clergy and Congress. Drinan announced he would not seek reelec- Law Center, the first in 1949 and a master’s ‘‘History will have to judge whether or not tion. in law in 1951. Ordained in 1953, he received that was a wise decision,’’ he said. ‘‘It is just unthinkable,’’ he said of the idea a doctorate in theology at Rome’s Gregorian He leaves a sister-in-law, Helen, of Newton of renouncing the priesthood to stay in of- University. Highlands, and three nieces. fice. ‘‘I am proud and honored to be a priest In 1955, he returned to Boston College as Funeral arrangements had not been made and a Jesuit. As a person of faith, I must be- associate dean and professor at its law last night.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.038 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H963 SPECIAL ORDERS rule of law; and the reason they don’t stan comes as President Bush an- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under enforce the rule of law, according to a nounces his plan to ask Congress for the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- letter we have received from Homeland $10.6 billion in aid for Afghanistan. uary 18, 2007, and under a previous Security, is that there are other sanc- b 1930 order of the House, the following Mem- tions that they must use because we have foreign policy issues specifically $8.6 billion of this aid money will go bers will be recognized for 5 minutes towards training and equipping Afghan each. with the Chinese. So apparently Home- land Security is not even notifying our security forces, as well as increasing f own Secretary of State to deport these the size of Afghanistan’s national DON’T HURT THE FEELINGS OF individuals. army. The remaining $2 billion will be CHINA Mr. Speaker, this ought not to be. If provided for investment in Afghani in- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a a person is supposed to be lawfully de- frastructure. previous order of the House, the gen- ported back to their native country, Mr. Speaker, the President has stat- tleman from Texas (Mr. POE) is recog- even China, Homeland Security has the ed that he will make a formal request nized for 5 minutes. obligation to follow the law and tell for these funds next month, and I am Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, I want to talk the Secretary of State so these people pleased to see that he is finally real- about immigration chaos that is occur- can be shipped back to where they be- izing that the threat of the Taliban and ring in this country. long. al Qaeda remains in Afghanistan and There has been a lot of talk about It is simple, if you come to America that we need to do more. immigration, border security and all of illegally, you go home after you are The ongoing war on terror should the problems that are occurring. But lawfully deported. If your own nation focus on Afghanistan and Pakistan, not let’s talk about one that has maybe doesn’t want you, then you don’t get on Iraq. The United States must be slipped through the cracks and we foreign aid, or you don’t get any visas committed to fighting terrorism in don’t hear too much about. for any purpose. those areas in order to protect our We have people in this country that These people that these countries country because that is where the war have come from foreign nations that will not take, 136,000, have become our on terrorism and the attacks on our are illegally in the United States. problem because their nations don’t country began. Some of those people are criminals. even want their own citizens. Our gov- Earlier this month, Democrats took They have gone to penitentiaries ernment needs to be more concerned a significant step toward this goal by throughout this country. Our Federal about the rule of law, the cost to the passing H.R. 1 which implemented the Government then captures those indi- American taxpayer than it is about recommendations of the bipartisan 9/11 viduals, takes them to an immigration hurting the feelings of the Chinese on Commission. Included in this bill was judge. They are ordered deported back some foreign policy issue. language that would end U.S. military to their nations, and here is what hap- So, Mr. Speaker, we urge that Home- assistance and arms sales licensing to pens: eight of those nations refuse to land Security follow the law and if you Pakistan in the 2008 fiscal year unless take back lawfully deported aliens. are ordered deported and these nations Pakistani President Musharraf cer- They won’t take back their own citi- won’t take them, then they shouldn’t tifies that the Islamabad government zens. Remember, all of these people are receive any visas to come to this coun- is making all possible efforts to end illegally in the United States, many try for any purpose. Taliban activities on Pakistani soil. are criminals. And that’s just the way it is. It seems that President Musharraf is How many people are we talking f paying the United States lip service by about? Well, we are talking about claiming to be supportive of the global 136,000 individuals. The cost to the tax- TALIBAN RESURGENCE IN war on terror, yet failing to take ac- payers to incarcerate those individuals AFGHANISTAN tion against Taliban fighters that have while they are waiting deportation The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a set up training camps in the western hearings is $83 million. Who are those previous order of the House, the gen- region of his country. It is my hope nations? Well, seven of the eight, Viet- tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) that, coupled with international pres- nam, China, India, Ethiopia, Iran, is recognized for 5 minutes. sure, the language in H.R. 1 will con- Laos, and Jamaica. They get a perma- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I come vince President Musharraf to take im- nent get-out-of-jail-free card in the to the floor this evening to once again mediate action against the Taliban United States because we cannot per- discuss the mounting problems and in- militants in his country. manently detain these people in jail creasing violence by Taliban fighters Mr. Speaker, while the Taliban con- after they have been ordered deported in Afghanistan and Pakistan. My continues to gain strength in Afghanistan and their country of origin refuses to cern is that the President continues to and western Pakistan, it has also been take them. escalate the wrong war in Iraq while leading an effort to win support of the So what do we do about it? Well, I the war in Afghanistan is forgotten. I people of Afghanistan by opening its think that these countries, any nation fear, as do many others, if the United own schools or madrasas in southern that refuses to take back lawfully de- States and NATO do not prioritize Af- Afghanistan. The intentions of the ported individuals, should not receive ghanistan, the Taliban will reach a Taliban are obviously to distract from foreign aid from the United States. But level of strength it has not had since their regime of terror, not to provide many of these seven or eight that I prior to the inception of the United educational opportunities for the chil- have mentioned do not receive foreign States mission in Afghanistan. This dren of Afghanistan. Last year alone, aid. So why don’t we make sure that could lead to an impending offensive by the Taliban destroyed 200 schools and these people take back their aliens? the Taliban in Afghanistan which killed 20 teachers. It is more likely Well, we already have a law on the would drastically undermine the that the Taliban will use these books that says under section 243(d) of United States mission in this war-torn madrasas not only to trick the people the Immigration and Nationality Act, nation. of Afghanistan into believing that they upon notification by Homeland Secu- Over the weekend, the Speaker of the are advocating the expansion of edu- rity that a country is not accepting or House, NANCY PELOSI, and other Mem- cation but also to recruit new Taliban unreasonably delays repatriation of bers of the House leadership visited Af- fighters. their citizens, the Secretary of State ghanistan and Pakistan on a fact-find- This is all part of the al Qaeda’s must discontinue granting immigrant ing mission in order to witness first growing propaganda operation. As or nonimmigrant visas to those citi- hand the escalating problems facing Sahab, the TV production arm of al zens of that country until Homeland those countries. Qaeda, last year produced 58 videos, Security informs the Secretary of I was glad to see that the Speaker more than tripling its number from State the alien has been repatriated. coupled her trip to Iraq with a visit to 2005, it is clear that the Taliban and al That sounds good, but the problem is Afghanistan and Pakistan. Speaker Qaeda are regrouping and working hard Homeland Security doesn’t enforce the PELOSI’s trip to Afghanistan and Paki- to win over the people of Afghanistan.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.039 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H964 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 Mr. Speaker, it is very important for therefore believe that they had to give is enough, that over 3,050 lost Amer- the United States to continue to funnel in to the majority opinion of guilt. ican lives is over 3,050 too many for a resources into Afghanistan. We must Still, the judge refused to overturn the war we never should have started in also ensure that none of our troops in verdict. the first place. Afghanistan are redeployed to bolster Mr. Speaker, the extraordinary de- Hundreds of thousands standing to- the President’s plan to escalate the tails surrounding the prosecution of gether to register the disgust with the war in Iraq. We cannot let ourselves this case assure that justice has not President’s Iraq policy, the staggering forget where the real war on terror been served. The Department of Home- civilian casualties, the billions upon started and continues to this day. land Security Inspector General in this billions of dollars wasted, human f case has outrageously claimed that rights abused, our global credibility Agents Ramos and Compean admitted shattered, terrorists emboldened rather TWO U.S. BORDER PATROL they were out to shoot Mexicans and than defeated. AGENTS IN FEDERAL PRISON confessed to knowingly shooting an un- Every objective measure we could The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. armed suspect. But the Inspector Gen- possibly use leads to the conclusion COURTNEY). Under a previous order of eral has failed to make good on his that what we are doing in Iraq has been the House, the gentleman from North promise to deliver documents to Mem- a tragic failure. Carolina (Mr. JONES) is recognized for 5 bers of Congress to support these And everyone can see that, Mr. minutes. claims. Speaker, except the President, the Mr. JONES of North Carolina. Mr. Nearly 2 years after the conclusion of President of the United States, who is Speaker, the pages are helping me put the agents’ trial, the U.S. District asking us to sacrifice more of our tax up the portrait of an injustice. The pic- Court for the Western District of Texas dollars and more lives and limbs so he ture shows two U.S. Border Agents on has answered repeated requests for can win in Iraq. January 17, 2007, turning themselves in transcripts of the trial with nothing You know what they say: The defini- to United States marshals to begin but excuses. tion of insanity is doing the same thing Mr. Speaker, real justice does not serving 11 and 12 years respectively in and expecting different results. Fortu- fear the truth. For the sake of the Federal prison. nately, we have an antidote to this in- agents and their families and for the U.S. Border Agents Ramos, who is at sanity. It is not another Iraq study sake of the American people who they the bottom of this portrait, and group. It is not another bipartisan were working to protect, I encourage Compean, at the top, were convicted committee to debate and deliberate last spring for wounding a Mexican the President of the United States to review the facts on this case as soon as while more people die. It is not a non- drug smuggler who brought 743 pounds binding resolution. of marijuana across our southern bor- possible. The President alone can immediately reverse this injustice by par- It is comprehensive legislation that der into Texas. These men never should would have all of our troops home safe- have been prosecuted, yet they are now doning these two innocent men. With that, Mr. Speaker, before I yield ly, out of Iraq, and contractors out of handcuffed in Federal prison. Iraq within 6 months. Mr. Speaker, after months of silence, back, I want to say to the families of Border Patrol Agents Ramos and It is H.R. 508, the Bring Our Troops the President said in a television inter- Home and Iraq Sovereignty Restora- view last week that he would take a Compean that there are Members on both sides of the political aisle in this tion Act, which I introduced with my sober look at the case and a tough look colleagues, Congresswomen BARBARA at the facts to see whether the agents House of Representatives that will not sit still until the President pardons LEE and MAXINE WATERS, earlier this should be pardoned. For the agents’ these two men. They deserve the best month. sake, I am hopeful that the President of America, not the worst, and God But the real authors of this bill, Mr. will look into this case as soon as pos- bless America. Speaker, were the hundreds of thou- sible. The facts will tell the President f sands of people marching on the Mall what countless citizens and Members of this Saturday and the millions more Congress already know, that the U.S. PEACE MARCH ON THE MALL Americans who they represent. By of- Attorney’s Office was on the wrong The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a fering H.R. 508, we are giving voice to side in this case. previous order of the House, the gentle- their will. The agents fired shots during a foot woman from California (Ms. WOOLSEY) Many of the marchers came back to chase with the smuggler who had fled is recognized for 5 minutes. Congress today to share their views in in a van they were pursuing. The van Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, this person. They want their elected rep- contained approximately $1 million weekend there was an extraordinary resentatives to know how strongly worth of marijuana. event right outside these windows. I they oppose the continuing occupation Compelling physical evidence, the come to the floor this evening to cele- and how strongly they support H.R. angle of the bullet that struck the drug brate the hundreds of thousands of peo- 508, which would fully fund a safe mili- smuggler, makes it clear that the ple who gathered on the Mall this Sat- tary withdrawal. smuggler was pointing something at urday because they have had enough of The President has challenged us to the agents as he ran away, and the this immoral occupation in Iraq. issue a plan. We have, and people gath- agents fired in self-defense. Yet the Groups like Code Pink, United for ered on the Mall this weekend showed U.S. Attorney’s Office prosecuted the Peace and Justice, Win Without War, their support. Enough is enough. agents almost exclusively on the testi- and Peace Action did an exceptional In the name of national security, fis- mony of an admitted drug smuggler job of organizing the march and ral- cal sanity and common decency, I ask who claimed he was unarmed. lying their members. We were fortu- my colleagues, sign on to H.R. 508 and The U.S. Attorney’s Office pros- nate to have many celebrity activists bring our troops home. ecuted the agents and granted immu- in attendance, as well as several Mem- nity to the drug smuggler for his testi- bers of the Congress. f mony against our Border Agents. This But what made the event successful GLOBALIZATION drug smuggler received full medical was the energy and the passion in the care in El Paso, Texas; was permitted crowd. It was a testament to the power The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a to return Mexico; and is now suing the of the grassroots. previous order of the House, the gen- border patrol for $5 million for vio- Hundreds of thousands, from the tleman from California (Mr. DREIER) is lating his civil rights. He is not an stage as far as the eye could see, recognized for 5 minutes. American citizen. He is a criminal. packed on the mall, standing together Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, if we take Since the agents were convicted, to send a powerful message that Ameri- a look at the last half century, it is three of the 12 jurors have submitted cans want to bring our troops home clear that there has been no greater sworn statements that they were mis- from Iraq. force for positive economic and polit- led into believing that there could be Hundreds of thousands standing to- ical change than globalization. Yes, no dissent in the jury’s decision and gether to say that 4 years of bloodshed Mr. Speaker, I said globalization.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:39 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.040 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H965 Greater integration of the world’s others thrive by utilizing low cost, tucky with American and Japanese parts? Do economies has lifted hundreds of mil- high-quality Chinese goods. A tech we buy iPods, designed in California, but as- lions of people out of poverty in the de- company contracts with a call center sembled in China? The fact is, globalization veloping world, nearly doubled the in India; and as a result of the cost sav- has made old ideas about protectionism obso- middle class population in Mexico and ings, they can afford to hire new pro- lete. Its impact is wide, pervasive and irrevers- expanded our economy into a $13 tril- grammers here in the United States. ible. We simply do not have the option any- lion global leader for greater economic In fact, the numbers overwhelmingly more of withdrawing from the world and deny- and political freedom. show that globalization has been an ing ourselves the benefits of a global market- The benefits of globalization can be enormous net positive for job creation place. seen every single time that a Chinese right here at home: over 20 million new Our only option is to use the prosperity it blogger gets past government censors jobs since the implementation of the has brought to help those who are struggling. or a U.S. company trains factory own- North American Free Trade Agree- It doesn’t matter why a job is lost. Whether ers in Thailand in worker rights and ment, including more than 7 million globalization played a part or not, what mat- protections. new jobs in the last 31⁄2 years. Unem- ters is that workers have the skills they need So how did the greatest engine of ployment, as we all know, is at a near to find even better jobs than the ones that global prosperity become so maligned? historic low of 41⁄2 percent. were lost. If we make a commitment to Amer- How did this poverty fighting, democ- But, Mr. Speaker, while the benefits ican competitiveness, including worker com- racy enhancing force get blamed for all have been dispersed to all Americans, petitiveness, we can both enjoy the benefits of the world’s evils, from job losses in there is no denying that there are and address the challenges of a global econ- Michigan to poor water quality in Gua- those who have faced great challenges. omy. temala? So do we try to halt the march of What we can’t afford to do is demonize the In part, Mr. Speaker, this can be ex- globalization? Let us set aside the source of our unparalleled prosperity. There’s plained by the fact that globalization question of whether we should deny the no question individuals will face hardship at has improved so many aspects of our tremendous benefits for all in order to times, and that naturally breeds anxiety. But lives, but it has done so in very subtle try to protect the few. anti-globalization rhetoric that exploits and preys upon the anxieties of working families is ways. As a result, we do not always Let us ask the question, Can we do cheap, dirty politics. And it is dangerous. It recognize its benefits. that? Can we protect an industry from risks the growing standard of living that the When you go to the grocery store and losing jobs? If so, do we protect textile world’s economic liberalizers are enjoying. I find fresh grapes in the dead of winter, workers or the workers who design, call on my colleagues on both sides of the you might not know that the fact that market, and sell apparel? Do we pro- aisle to reject the politics of isolationism and they are there and fresh and reason- tect manufacturers that make steel continue to pursue the path of greater eco- ably priced is that they come from products or the manufacturers that use nomic integration in the worldwide market- Chile. You just know that you get to steel products? Maybe we should all place. enjoy those winter grapes. buy American. Does that mean that we When you buy educational software buy Fords that are made in Canada and f for your second grader, you might not assembled with Mexican parts? Or do The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a know that it was developed by a small we buy Toyotas made in Kentucky previous order of the House, the gen- business in Pennsylvania, assembled in with American and Japanese parts? Do tleman from Maryland (Mr. CUMMINGS) Malaysia and serviced by a technical we buy iPods designed in California, is recognized for 5 minutes. (Mr. CUMMINGS addressed the support firm in India. You just know but assembled in China? The fact is, House. His remarks will appear here- that your daughter is starting to do a globalization has made old ideas about after in the Extensions of Remarks.) better job at reading. protectionism absolutely obsolete. When you buy a new TV because Wal- Mr. Speaker, it is essential that we f Mart finally had it at a price you could recognize the leading role that we as a FIREARM TRACING DATA afford, you might not know that they country are facing. I urge my col- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a cut costs by developing and imple- leagues in a bipartisan way to join in previous order of the House, the gentle- support of this effort. menting a revolutionary operational woman from New York (Mrs. MCCAR- But like all hard things in life, it’s just not structure. You may not know that they THY) is recognized for 5 minutes. source, ship and track goods to and that simple. While one company suffers from Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. from every corner of the globe by using competition with China, several others thrive Speaker, for the last several weeks you such innovative practices that they by utilizing low-cost, high-quality Chinese have heard me talk about gun violence have transformed the entire retail in- goods. A tech company contracts with a call in this country, and I happen to think dustry. You just know that you get to center in India, and as a result of the cost sav- there are solutions where we can re- watch this Sunday in the Super Bowl ings, they can afford to hire new program- duce gun violence. the Colts and the Bears play away on mers. In fact, the numbers overwhelmingly I would like to talk about firearm an amazing screen. show that globalization has been an enormous tracing data. Firearm tracing data Globalization has impacted us in net positive for job creation: Over 20 million gives law enforcement agencies the countless ways, with improvements new jobs since the implementation of NAFTA, ability to retrieve useful data on guns that range from a better MP3 player to including 7 million jobs in the last 31⁄2 years. used in crimes. Tracing data will let a better job, and together they con- Unemployment has dropped to 4.5 percent, a our police departments locate the gun tribute to a better life. near-historic low. dealers who sell guns used in crimes. But, Mr. Speaker, while the improve- But while the benefits have been dispersed Without this tracing data, local law en- ments to our standard of living often to all Americans, there’s no denying that there forcement will not be able to pursue go unnoticed, the challenges that come are those who have faced great challenges. civil action on suppliers that have been with change are painfully clear. When So do we try to halt the march of implicated in crimes without asking a factory closes down, the hardship is globalization? Let’s set aside the question of the ATF’s permission first. very real and very visible. For the indi- whether we should deny the tremendous ben- It is important that we use tracing viduals who face those tough times, efits for all in order to try to protect the few. data to single out the bad gun owners. winter grapes and flat-screen TVs seem Let’s ask the question of can we? One percent of gun owners sell 50 per- absolutely meaningless. Can we protect an industry from losing cent of the guns used in crime in this jobs? If so, do we protect textile workers, or country. That is a staggering number. b 1945 the workers who design, market and sell ap- We can crack down on that 1 percent. When confronted with the difficult parel? Do we protect manufacturers that make We can make our streets and cities challenges change can bring, it is very steel products, or the manufacturers that use safer. The collection of tracing data natural to condemn change itself. But steel products? Maybe we should all ‘‘Buy does not prevent anyone from pur- like all hard things in life, it is just not American.’’ Does that mean we buy Fords, chasing a gun. It simply gives law en- that simple. While one company suffers made in Canada and assembled with Mexican forcement the tools that they need to from competition from China, several parts? Or do we buy Toyotas, made in Ken- solve crimes.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 03:25 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29JA7.043 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H966 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 As you can see by this chart, 91 per- (Ms. FOXX addressed the House. Her In the 20th century, Americans cent of Americans believe that tracing remarks will appear hereafter in the stepped forward to save the world from data should be used in some form to Extensions of Remarks.) the evil onslaught of Japanese mili- help crimes, 91 percent. Why aren’t we f tarism and Nazism and then com- doing a better job on helping our police The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a munism. There were always low points officers do their job? previous order of the House, the gen- when pessimism could have taken hold; Last week, New York Mayor and had America retreated, it would be tleman from California (Mr. GEORGE Bloomberg teamed up with Boston a far more sinister world. MILLER) is recognized for 5 minutes. Mayor Menino on this very issue. To- So, too, with the current preeminent (Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California gether they have formed a bipartisan threat to our security and freedom and addressed the House. His remarks will coalition of more than 120 mayors from the world’s, radical Islam has declared appear hereafter in the Extensions of across the country. The group has war on our way of life. It is an enemy Remarks.) many mayors from the urban as well as to the liberty those Americans before the rural areas. These mayors under- f us so cherished and sacrificed to pro- stand the need for tracing data. They tect. We are now at a moment when understand that Congress has done lit- PERSEVERE AND TRIUMPH OVER OUR FOE the people of our country are weary of tle to help gun violence and stop gun this conflict, especially as it plays violence in this country. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a itself out in far-off Iraq, where deadly They are tired of sitting back as previous order of the House, the gen- explosions take the lives of Americans, their cities lose more and more citizens tleman from California (Mr. ROHR- young Americans, as well as Iraqis. to gun violence. By the way, they are ABACHER) is recognized for 5 minutes. Let us not fool ourselves. The future also tired of seeing the health care Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, of freedom and America’s role in the costs on those victims that do survive. 271 years ago, American patriot and world is in the balance. The future will This is something that we should be champion of human liberty, Thomas be determined by what we do. Yes, dealing with. It is a health care crisis Paine, was born. His pamphlet ‘‘Com- there is reason for despair. The cas- in this country. mon Sense’’ is credited with convincing ualty lists include names of young peo- Last week, they held their annual the people of what was then the 13 ple from Orange County, my Orange conference here in Washington. They colonies to declare themselves inde- County, heroes such as young Marine spoke with Members from both sides of pendent and committed to representa- Lance Corporal Marcus Glimpse of the aisle. This is not a Democrat or a tive government and human liberty. Huntington Beach, whose funeral I at- Republican issue. It is not a pro-gun or Paine was thus instrumental in anti-gun issue. It is a pro-law enforce- tended last April. Also, there is Cor- bringing about the American Revolu- poral Angel Jose Garibay of Costa ment issue with common sense, and it tion. During that historic life and is supported by an overwhelming ma- Mesa, and just this past weekend, the death struggle with Great Britain, funeral of a 23-year-old second lieuten- jority of Americans. which then was the world’s mightiest We must do everything in our power ant from Irvine, Mark J. Daily. They empire, Paine was called upon by now have joined a very selected band of to keep guns out of the hands of those George Washington. At a moment when that don’t deserve to have a gun. That brothers in heaven who gave their lives the tide seemed to be against us, Gen- for America and for the cause of human is why I introduced the NICS Improve- eral Washington implored Paine to ment Act. This bill will simply freedom. Yes, we are proud, but also we write something that would bolster the strengthen the States. Right now when feel a profound sadness at their loss. spirits of those Americans supporting the NICS system doesn’t have the in- Perhaps as we decide now, in this mo- the patriots’ cause. formation in it, how can it basically re- ment, when the bloodshed seems so fu- Yes, there were naysayers and defeat- port out who should not be able to buy tile, we should remember an earlier ists in those days too, as well as people a gun? time of crisis, when the future seemed My NICS bill will be giving the who were demoralized by the ongoing bleak, but our own resolve carried the States the money to bring their com- conflict that was going badly. Yet, had day and the cause with it of human lib- puters up to speed, so that way when those before us lost faith and given up, erty. someone is adjudicated in court, the cause of liberty and independence I will read the following excerpt from whether it is on a felony or on domes- would have been lost. Thomas Paine, at Thomas Paine’s ‘‘The American Cri- tic violence, someone who should not this dark moment of despair, wrote sis,’’ when he said: ‘‘These are the be able to get a gun shouldn’t be able ‘‘The American Crisis.’’ It was read times that try men’s souls. The sum- to get approved through the approved aloud to every soldier in Washington’s mer soldier and the sunshine patriot NICS system. This is common sense. Continental Army, some listening will, in this crisis, shrink from the Again, this is a pro-safety issue. It while standing in the snow, freezing, ill service of their country; but he who doesn’t affect anyone who wants to buy equipped and hungry. Yet, they did not stands by it now, deserves the love and a gun, but it makes this country safer give up. They did not give into pes- thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, from gun violence. simism. It made all the difference for like hell, is not easily conquered; yet I know it is a very political issue. Ev- them and for us. we have this consolation with us, that eryone is always saying that you are Every generation of Americans has the harder the conflict, the more glo- trying to take away my gun. I have to bear the weight of responsibility rious the triumph. What we obtain too never done that. What I am trying to that comes with a commitment made cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dear- do is save lives; and I am trying to to human liberty by our forefathers ness only that gives everything its save, certainly, people from being and -mothers 200 years ago. When free- value. Heaven knows how to put a harmed. Our mayors across this great dom was in the balance and darkness of proper price upon its goods; and it country understand that. defeat loomed, Americans persevered would be strange indeed if so celestial We can do a better job. Congress and carried the day in the battle an article as freedom should not be needs to start listening to the Amer- against tyranny and injustice, some- highly rated.’’ ican people. These statistics show that times at horrendous cost, as in our I ask my colleagues and the Amer- gun owners, by the way, approve over- Civil War when we rid America of the ican people to think about these words whelmingly of being able to trace these sin of slavery. Yes, at times, it looked and to stand firm for the cause of lib- guns. We should be able to do it. We as if the Union was lost. erty for which our Founding Fathers can do a better job. Americans should Lincoln had the thankless job of have sacrificed so much. have a safer country. leading this country and keeping it We Americans, made up of every race, reli- f unified, he, and the Union soldiers, gion, and ethnic group have a special role to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a steadfast and strong. How our world play in this world. We are the hope and light previous order of the House, the gentle- would be different, our country would of all those who would live in freedom and woman from North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) be different today had they quit and long for justice. So as we face the crisis of our is recognized for 5 minutes. gone home. generation, perhaps we should again visit the

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And I will bet you right now there tleman from Ohio (Mr. RYAN) is recog- You persevere, regardless of what the are folks gathered back in Jody’s Club nized for 5 minutes. circumstances are. And those are the Forest on Forest Avenue in Staten Is- Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I lessons that he has taught those young land who are raising a beer to John and have given many speeches on the floor men who have graduated from Kennedy his life and his memory, as well they of the House, but none do I feel so good and have played football for the War- should, because as much as he brought about as the one I am about to give ren John F. Kennedy Eagles. to life a passion for politics, he also about my friend and a great man in So, today, Mr. Speaker, I am not brought a passion to be around others Warren, Ohio, Coach Tony Napolet. honoring a coach and his distinct and to fight hard during the day. Al- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor record but rather a great man who also most like two lawyers in a courtroom, the recently completed season and the happens to be a coach. they are fighting it out on behalf of still ongoing career of someone who is Coach Napolet, we love you and you their clients, but when the courtroom an institution in Ohio high school foot- really are the best. door closed, you could get together for ball in the community of Warren and f a beer and share and swap a story or the family of Warren John F. Kennedy tell a joke. High School. It is Coach Tony Napolet. b 2000 The world needs more folks like him. Overall, Coach Napolet has garnered A TRIBUTE TO JOHN LAVELLE He was someone who wasn’t so caught three top 10 AP rankings, five State up on style. He was focused more on The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a semifinal appearances, a winning per- substance. Indeed, a straight shooter previous order of the House, the gen- centage of 71.6 percent during his time and someone who, although you may tleman from New York (Mr. FOSSELLA at Warren John F. Kennedy High ) disagree with his policies or his point School and an overall coaching record is recognized for 5 minutes. of view, he knew exactly what he of 191 wins, 84 losses and three ties. All Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise meant and where he was coming from. of the records, all of the statistics and today to honor and pay tribute to So we pay tribute because I know all of the awards, Mr. Speaker, cannot someone that lost their life several sometimes in life, especially in polit- speak to the influential and inspira- days ago. ical life, we have a tendency to get tional man that is Tony Napolet. Today, on Staten Island, at St. Pe- caught up in the toxic environment Mr. Speaker, in short, he is a legend. ter’s Church in St. George, many gath- which is created, but I can tell you in He is funny, he is passionate, he is ered, family and friends of John Staten Island folks were able to rise loyal, he cares about his kids, and he is Lavelle. He was a State assemblyman above it. And last week alone, while the best. Tony Napolet is every part of from Staten Island and also the Demo- John laid in the ICU, Democratic- and what a high school football coach cratic Party leader from Staten Island. Republican-elected officials as well as should be. He realizes and has always His mother, his children and not to so many family members and friends realized that the role he plays is not mention his colleagues in the State held vigil in the hospital to hope for a just that of a football coach, but as legislature, the Governor, the Attorney recovery that tragically and sadly did someone who is preparing young men General and many members of the City not come. for the next step in their lives, whether Council, Councilmen Oddo and Staten Island was a better place be- that involves football or not. McMahon; State Senator Andrew cause of John Lavelle. This country I had an opportunity as a young man Lanza; State Assemblyman Vincent was well served by his service. So to- to coach for a season with Coach Ignizio; the borough president; and so night I pay heed not as a political offi- Napolet at Kennedy, and you think many others who flocked to the church cial here but as a friend of John about how you try to define, Mr. to honor a good, decent guy. Lavelle. Speaker, or pick a couple of points that As I mentioned, he was a leader of really describe Coach Napolet, and the other party; and perhaps, if he had f there are a couple that I think of. One had his way, I wouldn’t be here today. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a is his faith in God, something that he But in a way it is a reminder, and John previous order of the House, the gen- is not afraid to share with his players, Lavelle to me lived it, that you can tleman from Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO) is the students at Kennedy, and it is not disagree and you can feel very passion- recognized for 5 minutes. just the prayer before the game, and it ately about certain things, and, in fact, (Mr. DEFAZIO addressed the House. is not just the mass that we go to be- most often, John and I, we shared the His remarks will appear hereafter in fore the game. same goals: how to help those who are the Extensions of Remarks.) It is when you go to a mass during poor, how to help those who are op- f the week or in the morning and you see pressed. Coach Napolet at one of the many He was the son of immigrants. The BRING OUR TROOPS HOME NOW churches, Catholic churches, in the notion that new immigrants to this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a City of Warren, where he is actually country make it the great country that previous order of the House, the gentle- practicing what he is preaching. I re- it is and they need our help. The fact woman from California (Ms. WATERS) is member him telling the kids to have a that he was such a community oriented recognized for 5 minutes. relationship with God, to make God guy. Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, this past your best friend. It is that kind of an Some of the eulogies today empha- Saturday I participated in a rally and example that he sets for his kids. sized not just his passion, but his son march here in Washington, DC, on the But there is another one, the St. talked about John’s grandson and will Mall, organized by United for Peace Henry’s Division V State championship the community be okay now that his and Justice. United for Peace and Jus- game several months ago, that I think grandfather passed away? He had a tice is a coalition of over 1,300 groups really sticks with these kids. And it is beautiful family. Three boys and from all over this country. the situations that Coach Napolet is in grandchildren that kept him going and Citizens came from near and far. and how he responds to them, because kept him strong. They came by car and bus and train life many times is about how you re- He was someone who came into office and plane to urge this President and spond to situations in your life. not just for the sake of running. In this Congress to end the war in Iraq. The Kennedy team was, unfortu- fact, he spent many years in the pri- They were young. They were old. They nately, down 21–7. Then they got the vate sector and, while in the private were rich. They were poor. They were

VerDate Aug 31 2005 03:25 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29JA7.033 H29JAPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC65 with HOUSE H968 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE January 29, 2007 every age, every ethnic group, all reli- sources to know what is going on. We allow that conduct to go on. And there gions, all with one message: Bring our give a lot of money to our intelligence were reports in one of the scandal rags troops home now. agencies. We should be able to tell the today that the police’s reaction to that There were six Members of Congress people what is wrong and what is going was that they were disgusted. They who were present there, and we on in Iraq. But, instead, they are ahead were livid about the fact that they thanked all of the people who attended of us; and they are urging us to stop were forced to allow these anarchists for caring enough to come to Wash- this war. to deface this public property, this ington, DC, to spend their money to But, in the final analysis, they know building, which all of us serve in. Most urge their government to end this war. everything about what we are doing. It of us serve very proudly here. Mr. Speaker and Members, this was is not enough to talk the talk. You So not all of the folks who came this democracy at work. It was a beautiful have got to walk the walk. They know weekend conducted themselves the way day. People were in high spirits. We the difference between nuancing and that they should have, and there was a walked. We sang. We chanted. And we posturing, and they want action. problem with that. And, hopefully, we literally said we love this country, we And they know that we are about to will learn what the responsibility of love our soldiers, and we want the best have a resolution over in this House the Democratic leadership was, what for our people. that will disagree with the surge, the their role was in overriding what the We were joined by many veterans. escalation that is being advocated by Capitol Hill Police’s natural and nor- There were several veterans groups this President. But they also under- mal reaction would have been. Where there. But the most moving and touch- stand that we can’t stop that, that the did that come from and who told them ing part of this march was the mothers President has already started to resend not to stop that? We hope that we get who marched with us, and they had soldiers. These are not new boots on some answers to those questions over signs. Some of them had signs of their the ground. These are soldiers that the next coming days, because it is a sons who had been killed in Iraq. Some have done their tours, that have been serious issue when people are allowed of them brought the message that they sent back a second and third time, and to deface this building. had paid a huge sacrifice and they did they say that is not enough. But let us talk about taxes. As our not wish Americans to continue paying They will know whether or not we sign shows here, we are 1,433 days away this high price for a war that we should mean business if we are prepared to from a staggeringly large tax increase. not be in. stop funding this war. The first year I think it will be $250 billion of taxes. In 2011, we will get an im- This is a war that it is easy to be f mediate bump. The Democrats simply against, because we were led into this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a have to do nothing. war under false pretenses. There are no previous order of the House, the gentle- weapons of mass destruction. We have In the 109th Congress, Lou Dobbs and woman from the District of Columbia others accused us of being a ‘‘do-noth- been told that we would be greeted (Ms. NORTON) is recognized for 5 min- with open arms. We were told that we ing Congress.’’ Well, you can put that utes. label on the coming tax increase, be- would be seen as the liberators. None of (Ms. NORTON addressed the House. that was true. We are occupiers, and cause the Democrats simply have to do Her remarks will appear hereafter in nothing over the next 4 years, and that they want us out of Iraq. It is not sim- the Extensions of Remarks.) ply that the Sunnis want us out of is exactly what is going to happen. f Built into the current law, the cur- Iraq. It is not simply that the Shiites rent Tax Code has a drop-dead date of want us out or the Kurds want us out. THE DEMOCRATIC MAJORITY December 31, 2010, in which the changes They all want us out of Iraq. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under made to the estate tax will expire and This was a wonderful weekend be- the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- the other provisions of the 2001/2003 tax cause not only did we march and we uary 18, 2007, the gentleman from reductions will also expire. So if the rallied, but the marchers came to Cap- Texas (Mr. CONAWAY) is recognized for Democrats do nothing, then we are itol Hill and they lobbied their legisla- 60 minutes as the designee of the mi- 1,433 days away from that major in- tors. They knocked on their doors. nority leader. crease. We are only 11 days since the They came from all these towns and Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, we last tax increase by the Democrats. hamlets and cities all over America to come to the House tonight to talk And that was on Thursday a week or so talk with their legislators. This truly about a variety of things, most of ago where they increased taxes on the was democracy at work. which we will deal with taxes and the oil and gas business in this country, And today we filled 1100 Longworth, impact those taxes have on good, hard- and we have talked about that some as the Ways and Means room, where we working men and women across this well. had a forum with 11 book authors who country. have written about the war in Iraq, But I did want to respond just a little b 2015 what is wrong with it and why we bit to what the previous speaker We are going to have several speak- should get out, and did we have a dis- bragged about. She went through a ers tonight, and the first one that we cussion. It was one of the most beau- long litany of good things that hap- are going to yield time to is my good tiful discussions with highly intel- pened this weekend, which I certainly colleague, JOHN SULLIVAN from Okla- ligent authors who have done research, agree with everyone’s right to do what homa. who have put a lot of work into pro- they did and to express themselves and Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. Speaker, I would ducing these books. And they shared to come to this Capitol and make those like to thank my friend from Texas for with us in a very profound way what statements. doing this tonight, and also my friend, they knew and why they had decided to She did leave out one minor issue, Congressman SHUSTER from Pennsyl- take a part of their lives to stop and though, and that is that some of the vania. This is a very important topic, write about what is wrong with our antiwar protestors brought spray paint talking about tax relief for America’s being in Iraq. with them. And they came to this Cap- working families, for America’s small So this was a wonderful weekend. itol, this hallowed ground, the center business people. This has been a wonderful time. I keep of liberty for the world, which looks to You know, we have seen a great econ- saying this is democracy at work be- this Capitol building for that; and omy recently. It is roaring along. Un- cause this is what the Constitution is those folks brought spray paint, and employment benefits are at an all-time all about. It is about participation of they painted the walls. They spray low. You know, gross domestic product the citizens. painted anarchy signs and anarchy slo- is up. We are seeing record numbers in The citizens of this country are sick gans on the walls of this Capitol, which our economy right now. That is due in and tired of this war. I don’t know why I think defacing public property under small part, or in large part, because of the Members of Congress are allowing any circumstance ought to be wrong. the tax relief measures instituted by the citizens to get way ahead of them. That is wrong. President Bush. They elect us to come and represent What else is wrong is the fact that I do not think, you know, tax relief is them. They think that we have the re- the Capitol Hill Police were told to the only answer to a robust economy

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So when they You mentioned too, Congressman and I, we were in the back of the Cham- talk about tax increases or taking CONAWAY, about the oil and gas tax. ber when we were first elected, and the money away from hardworking folks, You know, oil and gas keeps this econ- Democrats were talking about tax they do not understand the impact that omy going. People do not realize, espe- cuts. And they said, Bill and I heard that has. cially people from producing States them say that some of them were in a One of the other things you men- how vital that is to our economy. group and they said, if we allow people tioned, and you and I share districts There are so many byproducts from to keep that money, they might not where oil and gas are a major piece of oil and gas. Taxing them is ridiculous. spend it the right way. the business, is how rugged and resil- We need to spur domestic production Who are they to say that? It is their ient and self-reliant these oil and gas here in the United States and become money. I mean, it is your money; it is guys are. We hit them with a tax in- less reliant on foreign oil, not more re- not their money. The money that we crease 11 days ago. One of the things liant upon foreign oil. take from, that we confiscate from tax- we talked about in the lead up to the Taxing the people that produce that, payers is not the politicians’ money, it debate to try to convince our col- which is really not only the large oil, is not the Washington, DC people’s leagues on our side of the aisle and the Big Oil like the Democrats like to say, money. It is the people’s money, and other side of the aisle that this was not but small producers out there, inde- they know best what to do with their really a good idea is this idea that if pendent producers, small mom and pop own money. you reduce the amount of money that independent producers that produce 90 And what they are going to do, if you is going into increases in domestic pro- percent of the domestic oil and gas in allow a family to keep more of what duction, then you will lower domestic this country. It is absolutely wrong. they earn, they are not going to go You know, people pay a lot in taxes. bury it in the yard; they can if they production. We pay too much in taxes. You know, want. But they are probably going to I think everybody agrees on that we government needs taxes for vital gov- go out and buy other things that are ought to be less dependent on foreign ernment services like the war, vital in- taxed. It is going to stimulate the oil and foreign natural gas. That frastructure needs. It is very have im- economy. That is what taxes really do. phrase rolls off every tongue in this portant that we have taxes for that. There is a dynamic economic effect of Chamber. The truth of the matter is But I think that government has got- tax relief. from where we are today to that point ten too big, and we have taxed too If you allow that money to bounce is a decade-long journey. And that dec- much. around the economy several times, it is ade-long journey is going to be driven If you think about it, if you look at going to find its way back to Wash- with cars and trains and airplanes your Federal tax, State tax, city tax, ington anyway. But several people get using fossil fuels. Congressman, we are taxed a lot. You to touch that dollar before it gets here. So to the extent that we can increase get up in the morning, you take a It spins around the economy. There is domestic production, it seems to me shower, the alarm clock wakes you up, a dynamic economic effect to that. logical that that would reduce the if it is an electric alarm clock, you pay When you take money out of Wash- amount of foreign crude that we would taxes on electricity to get you up. ington, DC, it helps people, it helps the have to import. And while it is difficult If you take a shower, you pay taxes economy, it bounces around. It is going to exactly understand what the impact on the water, soap and shampoo. If you to find its way back anyway. And tax will be on those oil and gas C corpora- eat breakfast, you pay tax on the ce- relief does work. tions with this tax increase they got 11 real you eat. You go to work, if you Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, the days ago, logic will tell you, if you drive there, you pay the motor fuel gentleman mentioned a couple of spend less money in the exploration for tax, tire disposal fee, tag tax. things that I would like to flush out. crude oil and natural gas domestically, You go to work, you have income tax You mentioned the phrase ‘‘Big Oil.’’ It you will get less of it. That is just the or self-employment tax. You go home is used as a pejorative, of course. But mechanics. I think that is a pretty have dinner, taxed on that. And we are under the Democrats’ H.R. 6 they easy thing to say. talking, Congressman CONAWAY, you passed 11 days ago, Big Oil is defined as I appreciate my colleague coming can go home, kiss your wife, you are any C corporation exploring for oil and here tonight from Oklahoma, sharing taxed on that too, that is not free ei- gas, any C corp. That includes with us his thoughts on tax increases. ther, you have got a marriage penalty ExxonMobil, all the way down to the I would now like to recognize my col- tax too. smallest C corp, and that is tax phrase, league from Pennsylvania who is actu- So we pay a lot in taxes in this coun- for those out there that might be lis- ally the moving force behind these try. And, you know, the people that are tening. But it is any C corp that has weekly hours. It is my pleasure this counting on these things, if we allow now got a tax rate that went from 32 to week to replacing him here in the well, the Democrats to raise taxes like they 35 percent, if this H.R. 6 sees the light but BILL SHUSTER from Pennsylvania want to do, and in essence that is what of day from the Senate, and with the has got some thoughts. they are doing if they do not continue President signing it. So Big Oil in- Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I appre- these vital tax decreases, is they are cludes a lot of folks, hardworking men ciate my colleague from Texas for tak- hurting the American people, they are and women who try to make a living in ing control of the time. I have got a hurting small business. the oil business. Now, 85 percent of the people that When I ran for Congress 3 years ago, bad wheel, but I did not want to miss work in this economy right now are I ran under the idea that being a CPA, this. I think it is so important. employed or work or own a small to being a business man, that that view- I want to start off by just echoing medium-sized business. And those peo- point was underrepresented in Con- your sentiments about what happened ple, one of the things they talk about gress. I did not have any empirical data here in the capital this week. I mean, a is providing health insurance to their to substantiate that, but it seemed to bunch of anarchists, they pushed for- employees, and they have been able to be the case. And once I got here, ward on the Capitol Police, as you said, do it because of the tax relief, the though, I had discovered that there are and the Capitol Hill Police let them money that they have saved because of an awful lot of our colleagues who real- come through and deface the United that. ly do not understand how hard it is to States Capitol. And if their taxes go up, they are not make money, that finding a product And I heard that they were saying, only going to have to probably lay that you can sell to somebody else, and that they were chanting it was their

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I really want to know, and I hope the 1,433 days from now, if the major- Blue Dogs who come down and talk there is an investigation, there should ity, the Democrats in Congress, do not about fiscal responsibilities, if they be an investigation to find out why the act over the next 4 years, or 1,433 days, don’t join with us to fight these tax Capitol Hill Police did not resist them, we are going to see an over-$200 billion cuts, they are going to take part in and you know the party that is in the tax increase on Americans, on the this huge tax increase that is going to majority needs to answer, needs to American family, on small businesses. occur on the American people. So I ap- And that is going to significantly stand up and be held accountable, be- preciate the gentleman tonight hosting hurt this economy. And you just have cause they are in charge, they are the this hour. ones that are giving the instructions to to look at the facts. Over the last 4 Mr. CONAWAY. Let me make a com- the Capitol Hill Police. years, 7.2 million jobs were created in ment if I could on something that you I want to know if the majority party this country because of those tax cuts. had said. You talked about what hard- said, we do not want you to confront Just in December, 167,000 jobs were cre- working Americans do with the money them; let them do whatever they want ated. The unemployment rate at 4.5 that they earn and keep; and you went to do. Because it is outrageous. And all percent, the lowest average it has been through a litany of things that they in five decades. Americans that are watching tonight, I buy, washers and dryers, cars and all If we do not extend them, if we do do not know how widely it has been re- these kinds of stuff. If you think about not do what is responsible, then ported. I have heard a few reports. But, it, though, everything that they you know, it should have made top money, real dollars are going to come out of the American people’s pocket. A bought is made by somebody; and that news that a group of anarchists spray person made a living making whatever painted their symbols on the Capitol. I family of four, making in the $40,000 range, they are going to see a tax in- it is they made. heard the report was that there was no Then there is also a good string of, incident. Well, there should have been crease of about $2,000. Now, to some in this body, $2,000 may for lack of a better phrase, middlemen an incident. There should have been an not seem like a lot of money, but it is in between that product being made extreme incident of resistance by the to a hardworking American family. and it being sold to the American con- Capitol Hill Police to not allow some- $2,000 is a nice down payment on a new sumer, which is the ultimate driver of one to deface what I consider, this is car, $2,000 will buy you a new washer this economy. You have got truck driv- the crown of America, this is the peo- and a dryer. $2,000 helps you put your ers and warehousemen and storage ple’s House and nobody should ever be son or daughter or yourself through handlers and retailers and a long list of allowed to do that. So I am outraged college or to get educated or trained on people who take that finished product by it. something. from wherever it is made, even if it is Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, my So I hope that the American people made overseas, from wherever it is sense from being around for a little that are watching tonight, whether you made, and they get it all the way to better than 2 years now is that the re- are Republican, you are a Democrat, that retailer’s shelf, where an Amer- action that was forced upon the Capitol there are lessons for us all through his- ican consumer takes that money that Hill Police went against their nature. tory, recent history, on why tax cuts he or she earned themselves and they Their nature is to protect, not only to work, why they are a good thing for go buy that product. protect you and I and any other law- the economy, why Americans should be That starts the cycle all over again abiding citizen on these grounds, which allowed to keep their hard-earned dol- that has built a growing economy that is their job, but to protect these lars. You have to go back to the 1960s. is now in its fourth year of growth; and grounds as well. So it is inconceivable President Kennedy, he cut taxes. if you look at the CBO estimates that to me that our Capitol Hill Police, What did he see? The economy came on the Budget Committee will talk about whose natural, normal reaction would strong. Revenues to the Federal Gov- tomorrow, that growth is expected to be to stand back and let those spray- ernment increased dramatically. We continue over the next 10 years. painters have at it, at the walls of this saw that in 1980. And today we are see- Now, 10 years is about as far as we Capitol building. They had to have got- ing it at record levels. As the gen- project anything. And like I said, I am ten some instructions from somewhere. tleman from Oklahoma pointed out, a CPA, and I have been dealing with And given the comments reflected in there are a lot of things in this econ- projections for a long time. Quite the paper today, that is clearly the omy that are happening because of frankly, years 5 on through 10 are just case. They were told to stand down and those tax cuts, and we need to make mathematical exercises. I mean, who not protect this building as is their na- sure that they continue. knows whether or not those are going ture and their love. It is startling to me. Although, I to be correct or not? The 2007 estimate These folks love their job and do a watched and was obviously very keenly is pretty good. The 2008 estimate is great job at it. And so I agree with my aware of what the Democrats were say- pretty good. But, beyond that, it gets a colleague. ing during the last campaign. And the little fuzzy as to the accuracy of those Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, some of first thing that they basically said, projections. But, nonetheless, those them have given their lives up to pro- when you listen to the incoming chair- projections show an improving econ- tect this building and Members of Con- man of the Ways and Means Com- omy. gress. I agree with you, I cannot imag- mittee, he basically told the American Not only that, but the Federal Re- ine that they did not get orders to people that he did not see one of those serve as well shows an improving econ- stand down from the highest level. tax cuts that really had merit and that omy; and that is because people are out Once again, the party in the majority everything was on the table. So the buying things, furnishing homes, buy- runs this place. They need to be held American people should not be sur- ing cars, all the kinds of things the accountable. They need to stand up and prised when they see these tax cuts. American consumer does to continue say what they did do, what they did And just 11 days ago was the first to drive this economy. not do. But in the future, if there are Democratic tax increase. They changed The Federal Government, the best going to be, I am certain there will be, the rules of the House to make it a thing we can do is get out of the way. as there has been throughout our his- simple majority. When we put it in And one of the best things we can get tory, protests throughout the capital, place as the majority party, it had to out of the way of are tax increases, and and people have a right, absolutely be three-fifths of votes to increase there is a big one coming. have a right to protest, but they do not taxes. They made it a simple majority, You know there is a phrase out there, have a right to do it violently; they do because they knew how difficult it is if a violent jihadist threatens your life, not have a right to deface property going to be to get a majority in this you probably ought to take him seri- that belongs to all of the taxpayers. So House to raise taxes on the American ous. Well, I think the same thing ap- the questions need to be asked and we people. plies to tax increases. If somebody

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And Geoff has makes a very, very big difference. How have we seen that? We have seen got a big family, which in and of itself When we look at the marriage penalty, it over and over again. As taxes are contributes to the economy, we appre- it put a significant impact on working cut, more money goes into the invest- ciate that, of your part of Kentucky as families. And, again, I come back to ment economy, more jobs are created, well the rest of the United States. So, the fact that the average family in more taxpayers are created, and tax GEOFF, share with us tonight what America is facing a $2,000 per year in- revenues are an all-time high right now your thoughts are on taxes and the come tax increase. in the Federal Government. American people working. But there is another side of this from I think there are countless stories Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Just as a a small business standpoint of job cre- that we can share of successes on a former small business owner, one of the ation. I would like to highlight one small scale in small business which is things that I would like to point out, man whose small business benefited in really the opportunity to live the that 88 percent of new job opportuni- the manufacturing world, creating jobs American dream. The vast majority of ties are created by small business own- in his community, impacted the local jobs in this country, nearly 90 percent, ers. They are created by land devel- economy because of pro-growth poli- 88 percent are created by small busi- opers, by construction companies, by cies that were continued in the last ness owners. They are not created by small machining and tooling compa- Congress, allowing not only individuals large corporations. nies, small fabrication businesses, dis- and families but also small business There is so much of a focus on the tribution businesses, professional serv- owners to keep more of what they earn, class warfare rhetoric that goes on in ices businesses, financial services. The to be able to invest that, to write down the Chamber that misses the point glue that holds the institutions in our debt and to prepare to compete in the where the majority of the Americans communities together, the framework future. work. And the majority of Americans of members of the National Federation We are a global economy. It is crit- work in small business. That is why we of Independent Businesses, of our local ical for us to be able to allow people to need to reduce the burden on those Chambers of Commerce that serve that invest for the future. Remember, we small businesses, create incentives so valuable function of communicating an don’t need to raise taxes. We need to they can create jobs and create tax- agenda that focuses on growth, that create taxpayers. payers to promote the future for their strengthens our Nation for the long Robert Prybutok of Newark, Dela- employees. run. ware, owns a company called Polymer With that, I would like to yield back And I think that one of the things Technologies. Because of the tax cuts to the gentleman from Texas to share that I would like to highlight tonight, that were enacted, he was able to hire more of his perspective on this matter. again, is this theme that when people 10 new employees in 2003 and 2004. He Mr. CONAWAY. I appreciate my col- voted in November, much perception had approximately 72 employees in league from Kentucky joining us to- nationally was focused on a view that January of 2003 and now has about 90 night to have this conversation among national security situation was driven employees. the several of us. by emotion. But the reality is that in His business continues to grow and I served on the Chamber of Com- that election, short of making signifi- with it the need to buy new equipment. merce board in Midland for a number of cant strategic changes in the leader- By utilizing the expensing provisions of years, and one of the things that the ship of this Congress, America voted to the tax cuts, he was able to purchase chamber looks at is the impact that increase taxes on every working family two new pieces of equipment, increase payroll has on a community. There is a in America by at least $2,000 a year. his productivity, thus increasing the difference of opinion among folks on One of the things that I have told security of those jobs of his company; the chambers as to what this number folks for many, many years is we don’t and it saved him about $125,000 that ought to be, but there is a guess as to need to raise taxes. We need to create would have been lost in cost. This is how many times that payroll turns taxpayers. Government does not create money that can be invested in the fu- over in a community. In other words, jobs, and government itself does not ture. when the payroll is made, it is spent on create wealth or a nest egg for families Without the ability to expense his local goods and services, and that per- of America to build for the future. equipment, he would have been hard son then turns around and spends it on What government can do, however, is pressed to purchase that equipment in local goods and services, and the range set a framework for achievement, a the first place. He needed to grow his is, for most economic development framework where people can pursue op- business and pay the taxes that he guys, is between four times to seven portunity. owed. times. Depending on the number you The Constitution tells that the gov- And I think the one thing that I keep want to brag on, it will be somewhere ernment is to provide for the common in mind from my experience walking in that range. defense and to promote the general the shop floors of many, many busi- So the payroll that gets created that welfare. What are some of the ways nesses during the era of the Clinton ad- my colleague from Kentucky was talk- that we can promote that general wel- ministration where these breaks were ing about a while ago where these fare? One of the key ways to promote not in place for America’s manufac- small businesses add employees turns the general welfare is to allow people turing companies. People made deci- over several times within the commu- to keep more of what they earn be- sions based on the structured Tax nity and creates additional jobs, addi- cause they will invest it in a way that Code. They withheld making needed in- tional opportunities and additional focuses on the needs of their family. vestment in competitive productivity prosperity for those folks. They will invest it in immediate needs, improvements, needed investments in It is interesting, I had a conversation in consumer goods that have a ripple the professional education of their em- this afternoon with my staff, and we effect of creating jobs. They will invest ployees because they were uncertain of are all anxiously awaiting the con- in future and retirement plans for what the future held. Had the tax ex- tinuing resolution from our colleagues themselves and set aside money to pensing provisions been in place, they on the other side of the aisle. Chairman grow for college. All of this is fueling could have made those investments OBEY of the Appropriations Committee the economy, and keeping this in the more easily. posted on his Web site this afternoon private sector is very critical. And I think it is important to keep that they did in fact file the continuing Some of the things that the tax cuts in mind that it allows a business to in- resolution. And my staff called, and we did were allow people to keep more of vest in the future to create more tax- went to the Web site. They said it was

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We should be legitimately So I called, and I said, hi, this is Con- spending is going to be without ac- criticized because we didn’t get it done gressman MIKE CONAWAY, and I would countability. under our watch, but that same criti- like to see a copy of the continuing res- I intend to vote against this resolu- cism now applies to the folks in charge. olution that has been filed. tion if this resolution will not disclose It doesn’t matter, just get on or off the And the lady said, well, it has not the information that is necessary for pot, as they say. Bring a CR to the been filed. us to do our job. Because, ultimately, floor, show us what it is; if you are hid- I said, well, I am looking at a Web they are going to create some real ing stuff, give us a second to try to find site for the Appropriations Committee, problems leading up to the foundation that out. Or let’s go at it from the ap- and it says they have filed. for this tax increase in 1,433 days. propriations standpoint and bring She said, well, I know. I am not sure Mr. CONAWAY. And my good col- those to the floor one at a time, as we why that is up there, but. league has added to the list of folks should have. I said, well, am I getting the run- that are going to be impacted by this Mr. SHUSTER. Would the gentleman around here? Is it really up there or reduced cash flow to these agencies. yield for a second? not? Think about that for a second. That is Mr. CONAWAY. Sure. She said, no, that is a mistake. It what we are talking about, over at the Mr. SHUSTER. I don’t know if this is hasn’t been filed. Social Security Administration, at the accurate or not, but I have heard peo- So, anyway, we are all awaiting the FBI and other places that GEOFF has ple talking that the CR is going to continuing resolution. talked about. It simply reduced cash come to the floor and it is going to In the meantime, we are all trying to flow to those agencies; and, because look like an omnibus bill. And you guess at what might happen. And over there is a reduction in cash flow, they know, an omnibus is like a Christmas at the Social Security Administration are reducing mission, they are laying tree; they hang everything on it that they are concerned about furloughing people off, they are doing less service. they want to get through. But that is employees because the continuing reso- The Social Security folks won’t have the rumors that are swirling around lution that they thought might be in as many people to service all those here, that it is not just going to be just place will fund them at lower levels callers out there. a CR, it is going to be an omnibus. And than they have been expecting and so That is exactly what happens in that is going to be bad for spending, that they are going to have to lay off small businesses when we reduce their and they are not living up to their employees. cash flow by tax increases. Because word. Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Will the money that would otherwise go into Mr. CONAWAY. I have also heard gentleman yield on that point for a making payrolls and paying benefits they are going to wipe out all the ear- moment? and adding folks to the payrolls is now marks. It will be their definition of an Not only does it affect employees in coming into these Federal Govern- earmark, and it will be interesting to the Social Security Administration ment’s coffers being spent in ways see which earmarks really get zeroed who process checks for our senior citi- that, for the most part, I suspect they out and which ones don’t and how they zens, it also affects our ability to fight are good, but there is an awful lot of parse that definition between the two against Islamic radicalism, fight waste in there. And, clearly, our tax- in order to keep the ones they want against terrorist groups. payers out there can spend their own and peel out the ones that they think I flew in today with members of the dollars better than we can on their be- are wasteful spending, and it will be in- FBI Southern Ohio office out of Cin- half. teresting where those earmarks impact and which districts are the ones that cinnati coming in for some business b 2045 here in Washington, and they shared really get peeled out. Now, subsequent to my conversation Mr. SHUSTER. Kind of like their def- their concern over the lack of a con- with my staffer, we have gotten a inition of openness. tinuing resolution. Was the money rumor. And again in the minority we Mr. CONAWAY. Exactly. And trans- going to be there to fund their oper- get to whine all the time. It is just parency. ations? And, right now, one of the going to be our job over the next 2 Mr. SHUSTER. Openness and things that our national security appa- years, just to be very good whiners. It participatory, and transparency. And ratus, because of this Democratic Con- is not in our nature, it is very unlike here we have passed several bills, and gress, is having to cut positions, not us to do it, so we will probably do it having gone through the committee just a few positions but nearly 3,000 po- very poorly. But we don’t know what is nobody has seen them until they show sitions because of the lack of funds to going on over there. It has been days up on the floor. do their job which we had provided for and days and days. These folks knew Mr. CONAWAY. It is not likely that them. they had the reins of this thing start- this continuing resolution will go When we talk about the issues re- ing January 4; they knew that on No- through committee either. It is just lated to bringing this continuing reso- vember 8. And we have had now over 2 going to get dropped on us like a laser- lution, there was a clear statement months that they knew that this was guided bomb, rushed straight to the that was made about the desire to going to be the circumstance, that floor, not going to go through com- work harder. Well, last week, 2 days, they were going to be dealing with the mittee, not going to have the openness we were done by 2 p.m. This week, I am continuing resolution, and we have no and the transparency and the 48 hours reading the schedule, and it says, to- resolution to the continuing resolu- and all the kinds of things that our morrow, Tuesday, we will be out tion. And I am sure there are good rea- good colleagues on the other side of the around 2 p.m. Wednesday, no rule yet sons on their side of the aisle for why aisle promised in October. on the continuing resolution, but like- they have not been able to make these Promises in October are hard to keep ly we will be out at 2 p.m. decisions, but surely these decisions in January, and we are seeing it, and I don’t know how many nights we are not going to involve some of the we will continue to try to point that worked long, long hours in this Cham- draconian nonsense that many of our out without seeming as whiny as it ber, long, long hours in committee to agencies are worried about, and they sounds, I suspect, to my colleagues and get the people’s work done. And now are worried about it because they don’t my constituents in west Texas. But we have Federal law enforcement. have the facts. Most folks deal real that is going to be part of our role over I got a call today from an aviation well with facts. What we don’t deal the next 2 years, is to be the loyal op- unit in the Army that is now very con- well with is uncertainty, innuendoes, position, to try to do so in a respectful cerned about its receipt of dollars. And and rumors. manner as we point out promises made we are inside the 48-hour window, have So I would encourage our folks on and promises broken by folks on the no language on what this bill is. They the other side of the aisle to get that other side of the aisle.

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I suspect that tax credit will decrease from $1,000 to lot of perspectives, but for me it al- comment is made about their other $500. ways came back to show me the num- business decisions. Running their prac- And listen to this, my colleagues: on bers. Let’s take a look at the truth, tices, they are great business persons; marginal rates, if this has not already what reality is, and be able to make but maybe in the oil business, they been mentioned, and even if it has, it our decisions from there. Here is the may not be as good. probably deserves repeating, the 35 per- truth about the impact on creating Mr. GINGREY. I appreciate the cent bracket will increase to 39.6 per- jobs for working families, good jobs, carve-out, but it probably specifically cent; the 33 percent bracket, 36 per- jobs where there would be opportuni- applies to the gentleman, the peach cent; 28 percent bracket, 31 percent; 25 ties for health care, to fund their chil- from Georgia. percent, up to 28 percent; and, worst of dren’s education, looking to the future. But in any regard, the main point all is the 10 percent bracket will in- In less than 3 years, because of this that I would like to make, and maybe crease to 15 percent. And not to men- policy of allowing people and allowing my colleagues, the gentleman from tion capital gains going back up to 20 and incentivizing small businesses to Kentucky and my good friend from the percent. Dividends, again, double tax- keep more of what they have earned, Keystone State Mr. SHUSTER from ation on dividend. All of these things the U.S. economy has grown by $2.2 Pennsylvania, have already mentioned are going to really hurt this economy. trillion. Let’s put that in perspective this, but if Congress takes no action, And while maybe under our majority for a moment. That is larger than the and that is what the Countdown Crew leadership there are a lot of areas in entire Chinese economy. That is the is talking about in these 1,433 days which we could have done better, I growth of the United States. leading up to January 1, I think, 2011. truly believe, and I think my col- There is a lot of concern about inter- But in 2007, in fact I think this has al- leagues here tonight would agree, we national trade in this global economy. ready occurred, but we can do some- could hardly have done better than the Just in 3 years, our increase in eco- thing about it because tax day, April 2001 and 2003 tax cut package, many of nomic growth is bigger than the size of 15, is, thank goodness, 3 months away. which I just enumerated, including fi- the entire economy of our largest But taxpayers in States with no in- nally trying to get rid of the double international competitor. It is much come tax will not be allowed to deduct taxation of the death tax, the estate larger than the total economic size of their sales taxes from Federal income tax. This is what Republicans have India, Mexico, Ireland, and Belgium. tax if we don’t make a change. And we done. This is what this President has And I think the issue here at the end of are talking about Representative done. And this has resulted in 7 million the day is being able to allow people to CONAWAY’s great State of Texas, a new jobs. keep more of what they earned, to cre- highly populated State. We are talking Instead of an estimated cost to the ate taxpayers, not raise taxes, because about the great State of Florida. We revenue of $1.3 trillion over 10 years be- the proof is in the numbers. The proof are talking about Tennessee and other cause you made these cuts, guess what: is in changing opportunities. Yes, we States. And this is significant, because within 2 years we have run the revenue, are going through a time of economic citizens in those States pay no income I think, and my colleague from Texas adjustment, but at the same time tax, no State income tax, but pay huge knows these numbers better than I do, record job creation as our economy sales tax to fund their State govern- but something like $275 billion more adapts to the 21st century to compete ment, and that will go away if we don’t revenue because of the tax cuts. effectively, and that is the future that do something about it. I have said this a number of times on our kids are going to have. In 2007, I think the gentleman from this floor, and maybe the folks at home Mr. CONAWAY. I thank you. Kentucky mentioned this, the exemp- watching on C–SPAN know this, but in Let’s go to another colleague of ours tion for the alternative minimum tax 1960 Democratic President Kennedy cut from Georgia. Dr. PHIL GINGREY is an will decrease from the current $42,500 taxes, revenue went up drastically; in OB/GYN doctor, a provider of profes- to $33,750 for a single filer, and from 1980, President Reagan, Republican sional services for most of his career. $62,500 to $45,000 for a married couple. President, did the same thing and the And while all of us have great respect In 2009, Mr. Speaker, my colleagues, revenue went up. And of course that is for physicians, at their core they run the standard deduction for couples as a the case that we have here today. small businesses and maybe big busi- percentage of the standard deduction Unemployment rate across the coun- nesses. But at its core the practice of for a single individual decreases from try, 4.6 percent. In my State, where we medicine has to be a business, because 200 percent to 174 percent, further dis- have actually, Mr. Speaker and my col- he and his colleagues have to make couraging couples from entering into leagues, we have actually lost a lot of money, they have to be able to pay the great sacrament of matrimony. jobs here recently because both Gen- their payrolls, they have to be able to And in 2010, the section 179, Small eral Motors and Ford have shut down buy the supplies for their offices, and Business Expensing Cap, will decrease plants that have been in Georgia for a all of those employees and provide ben- from $100,000 to $25,000. long time, but our unemployment rate efits and all the things that they do. So I heard my colleague from Kentucky, is just barely above 5.1 percent, and we in addition to providing I suspect out- Representative DAVIS, talk about this are growing jobs in other areas, small standing professional care over a long, just a minute ago; and he made the businesses primarily as I said earlier. long period of time, and maybe he will comment that most of the jobs in this So to be here tonight to talk about share with us the number of babies he country, and that would include those 7 this, talk with the Countdown Crew helped deliver, he is also a business- million new jobs that have occurred why this is so critical, because we man. And in my book, that is a good since 2003, in fact more new jobs than know the Democratic majority has al- two hats that he has worn over these the European Union and Japan com- ready said it. But this issue of PAYGO years. So let’s hear tonight from Dr. bined, most of those 7 million new jobs that they have put in the rules pack- GINGREY. are created by small business men and age, it is an absolute farce. It doesn’t Mr. GINGREY. I thank my colleague women. And this section 179 which al- even look like the PAYGO provision from Texas for yielding, and I am lows them to write off $100,000 in the that the then-ranking member on the proud to be here tonight with the first year for capital improvement, Budget Committee, Mr. SPRATT from Countdown Crew to talk about an issue buying a new piece of equipment, in- South Carolina, that what he proposed which typically you would think or deed, expanding the size of their oper- was that there would be no point of you hear said many times that our ation so they can hire new people, if it order waiver allowed; and yet in this

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He went in out of high school, got him- don’t waive the point of order, then That may not dissuade couples from self educated and pursued a profes- whatever is done on the Senate side getting married, but it might. There is sional career in aviation. He is a valu- and comes back as a conference com- a tax toll, and all of us agree that able member of our community. mittee, they waive all points of order. strong families are the core of the in- And we need thousands and thou- So to have a really meaningful PAYGO stitution that is America. And to the sands of families across our districts provision, then it needs to have the extent we discourage strong families, because they are the ones who bear the force of law. shame on us. burden. They are the ones who make And I will conclude by pointing out Finally on the 179, by dropping that the investment, as President Clinton the double standard here. What the deduction from $100,000 to $25,000, what likes to say. And I think of all of the Democrats would consider a tax cut happens there is the only businesses dollars lost by investing in areas where and the expiration of these tax cuts as that pay money are businesses making it was going to create no future and something that has to be offset, but money. You have to have taxable in- create no value. they would not consider the extension come in order to make money. If we At the end of the day, unless we bring of a program that expires, that has a have reduced the deduction by $75,000, about fundamental changes in account- sunset. Let’s say as an example, and I the company has to pay tax, and let’s ability, in 1,443 days this economy is think this is a great program and I assume a 35 percent tax rate, on that going to be hurt. My friends and neigh- hope we continue it and maybe even $75,000. So you take the $75,000 in prof- bors are going to be hurt. Small busi- make it better, but as an example of it, less the $26,500 that you pay in taxes ness job creation opportunities are the hypocrisy of PAYGO, take some- and that net, $48,000, is all they have going to be hurt because of keeping thing like the SCHIP program which got left to pay dividends or reinvest in people from having that opportunity to was authorized 10 years ago and we their business as opposed to the $26,250 invest and to build a future for them- spend about $5 billion a year on that that they could have reinvested in the selves. program. It is scheduled to sunset in equipment. So these are meaningful Mr. CONAWAY. I thank the gen- June, I think, of 2007, this year. And I hits and meaningful tax policy that we tleman from Kentucky, and I turn to am sure it will be reauthorized, but ought to continue. the gentleman from Pennsylvania for that additional spending will be out- I yield to Mr. DAVIS. some closing words. side of PAYGO rules. Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. When you Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I would But yet when we have these tax cuts talk about creating strong families, I like to relate two stories that I came that expire, if we, the Republican mi- comment on our good friends and across concerning these tax cuts. nority now, want to continue those neighbors back in Kentucky, Mike and Jim Tracy from Shelbyville, Ten- great tax cuts for the reasons that the Vonna Drake. They typify Americans nessee, who is the owner of a small in- Countdown Crew has enumerated here living that dream of being able to pur- surance agency, he said because of the tonight, then that would be considered sue their own opportunity. Mike works tax cuts, he was able to use the $7,200 a new tax cut and would have to be off- as a pilot; Vonna is a nurse. Their chil- that he would have otherwise spent on set. It is so hypocritical, Mr. Speaker, dren are friends with my family. I have taxes, and he bought seven new com- my colleagues. I think it needs to be watched their kids grow up through puters for his business and he hired a said over and over again, and I want to the years. fourth employee. That is just one of come become and join my colleagues as These policies that seem so arcane, many. often as we can to talk about this, be- reading about them in the news or There is another story here. Kenneth cause American people need to under- some of the shrill rhetoric that we hear Leupp of Archbold Refuse Service in stand. during political campaigns, have a real Archbold, Ohio, he says, ‘‘The tax cuts, With that, I yield back to my col- impact on their flexibility and ability changes in depreciation schedules and league. to invest in their children’s future, let increases in dollar amount we can ex- Mr. CONAWAY. I thank my col- alone decisions that they might make pense off are very welcome changes. We league. regarding their futures and careers. have made purchases we wouldn’t have Let me make three points really In 1,443 days, my neighbors are going made under the old laws. We’ve saved quick and then we will go to closing to have a $2,000 tax increase. They have money on taxes, increased efficiency, comments because we have about 12 two children. The $500 per child tax lowered maintenance costs, and helped minutes left. But you mentioned the credit that was increased to $1,000, rec- stimulate the economy.’’ sales tax deduction. Just to help our ognizing the cost of raising a family, Those are just two of thousands and many colleagues that have joined us the cost of investment in all of the thousands of experiences out there be- tonight to listen to this great debate in needs of our children, and not simply cause of these tax cuts. Our purpose the Chamber with us, let me explain to food and clothing, but education and here tonight, although I may be repeat- them what the impact is. activities to grow them and develop ing myself, I know that people watch- It is a matter of equity, because character and to strengthen them for ing C–SPAN tune in and out, but I just States that have income taxes, those the future. That will revert by $500 per want to remind them that in 1,443 days, income taxes that you pay in the State child. it is the countdown to the Democratic reduce your for Federal tax purposes. Now they will have an additional tax increase. All they have to do is run So you get to deduct those State in- $1,000 just on that alone. Because they the clock out. They don’t even have to come taxes. are married, they attend church, they act on them. are committed to their faith, they are So on January 1, 2011, there will be a b 2100 a great example of a family in our $200 billion tax increase to the Amer- So you get to deduct those State in- neighborhood and community, just ican people. The death tax will expire, come taxes. States without an income based on the fact that they chose the capitol gains tax, tax on dividends will tax, unless we put this provision back course to get married, their taxes are expire in January of 2009. A record in, those taxpayers in effect subsidize going to be increased or they are going number of Americans are invested in the rest of the United States’ tax- to have a tax penalty of 12 percent. the stock market with mutual funds payers because there are inequitable To your point, we need to encourage and retirement funds. The child tax circumstances. So being able to deduct policies that will empower and credit will be cut in half over the next sales taxes means that the taxpayers in strengthen families and will create couple of years. The marriage penalty Texas are on a more equal footing with taxpayers, and that will pass on that will be back in place, and low-income

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That work is 7 days a week first step. voices need to be heard. for the most part. It is a hard job. This evening I wanted to share with Mr. CONAWAY. I thank the gen- That is who I think about when we my colleagues some folks I have met tleman from Pennsylvania who is the talk about raising taxes. whose lives are intertwined with that chairman of the Countdown Crew So we will be coming back here again clean energy future. where we come in weekly and talk next week on the first night back to We call the clean energy future the about tax policy. highlight again. We will have peeled off new Apollo Project because we believe There is nothing magical about tax another 7 days that we have before the we need a new high-tech energy future policy. There is nothing sacred about automatic tax increase. We have a good for this country every bit as bold and it. There are various terms and provi- colleague who gets all over us about revolutionary and visionary as John sions. We ought to be about trying to mandatory spending. Well, this is a Kennedy’s original Apollo Project find an efficient tax collection scheme mandatory tax increase headed our di- when he stood behind me in 1961 and that allows for voluntary compliance, a rection, as our colleague from Pennsyl- said America was going to place a man scheme that is easy to comply with and vania said, if we simply run out the on the Moon and bring him back safely costs the least amount of money pos- clock. in 10 years, and that happened. sible to comply with, but raises the It will have been 18 days at that We believe that we need that same minimum amount of money needed to point in time since the last tax in- spirit, that same idea that our genius, fund the Federal Government. crease. We are not aware of any tax in- our innovation and inventiveness in The policy we have in place is incred- creases on the floor this week. But America can create new technologies ibly complicated. I am a CPA, and I hang onto your wallet. Given the way to provide us new energy. have spent 32-plus years in business, so far our colleagues have run the shop, The people I wanted to talk about to- both complying with the tax law and you don’t get a lot of heads up on this night are all people I have met in the trying to help other folks comply with stuff. It just comes to the floor. They last month and are people who I believe the tax law. It is unnecessarily com- could have something up their sleeve exhibit why we need the new Apollo en- plicated, but it is the one we have got. as part of the CR that would raise ergy project and why it was a good idea The provisions we have, as has been taxes and do all kinds of things. And I for Congress to have created this clean mentioned tonight, the current rate on don’t want to taunt them, but again energy fund, take money out of oil and capital gains tax, the current rate on not going through committee and gas and put it into clean energy. I interest, the 179 deduction, the various doing regular order leads to the kind of would like to talk about some of those marginal tax rates, all of those, while blindsided unexpectedness where that folks. there is nothing cast in concrete or can happen. The first two people I want to talk stone about that, nevertheless if you It has been 11 days since the first tax about are exhibits A and B as to why look at the results we have had since increase, and others are on the way. we need a new clean energy future. they were implemented in 2001 and I want to thank my colleagues from One is President Note of the Marshall 2003, this economy has grown with Pennsylvania, Georgia and Kentucky, Islands who is a gracious fellow. I met those tax policies in place. and also from Oklahoma, for helping us him on Bainbridge Island awhile back. Could the economy have grown with out tonight. b 2115 other tax policies in place? Certainly, f but that would be a guess as to whether When I talked to him, he told me or not that happened. The truth is we REVOLUTIONIZING AMERICA’S about the plight of his Nation, the know these were in place and we know ENERGY POLICY Marshall Islands in the southern Pa- what happened with respect to the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. cific, very, very low atolls. They are es- economy since they have been in place, JOHNSON of Georgia). Under the Speak- sentially coral reefs, and they are just since they brought us out of the reces- er’s announced policy of January 18, a few feet above sea level. What the sion of 2000–2001. 2007, the gentleman from Washington President of the Marshall Islands told GEOFF mentioned his taxpayer that (Mr. INSLEE) is recognized for 60 min- me is that his Nation is now threat- he talks about. The guy I think about utes as the designee of the majority ened by sea level rises associated with when we talk about raising taxes is a leader. global warming, together with the fellow working morning tour for a Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, I come to coral reefs that can be occasioned by drilling rig company, probably the der- the floor this evening to continue the acidification in the ocean and increas- rick man. He probably has the most ex- effort to revolutionize American ening water temperature, again because citing job on a drilling rig. Most drill- ergy. We had the first breakthrough of global warming and carbon dioxide ing rigs of any substance have 15 to 30- here just about a week and a half ago in the atmosphere. foot substructure from the ground to where the U.S. House of Representa- What President Note told me is that, the floor of the rig, and then they have tives took the first step in the clean for the last year or so, they have had to a mast on top of that of something in energy revolution. take emergency provisions to keep the excess of 100 feet. And the derrick I think it was long overdue, and I sea from encroaching where they live, man’s job is to stand at about 90-plus think it is going to be much enjoyed by essentially. They are now starting to feet above the substructure, so he is 120 Americans, because what we did about have active consideration of where feet in the air, and works. It is hard a week and a half ago was take the folks will have to go after they leave work. It is physically demanding and first step toward freeing ourselves from the Marshall Islands when the seas dangerous work. He is making good the shackles of oil and gas and in fact swallow the Marshall Islands or make money. He works 8 hours and if he is starting down the road toward clean them uninhabitable. lucky some weeks he gets overtime. energy with a high-tech clean energy Another problem they are having is That is how he feeds his, and I say future. the storms are increasing in severity as ‘‘he,’’ most of them are men, that is The way we did that, we reeled back well. how he feeds his family. When we talk in $14 billion of giveaways to the oil So here we have the President of a about raising taxes on individuals, I and gas industry, the most profitable nation state who was in Seattle this don’t think about Bill Gates or Warren industry in the history of the solar sys- weekend pleading for us to take meas- Buffett. I think about that guy work- tem, that had been given under the pre- ures to stop global warming to try to ing morning tour, for example, for vious Congress; and we put that money preserve his nation. I thought this

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Last Friday, I met people from a an auxiliary internal combustion en- President Note was pretty convincing company called General Compression, gine that will burn either gasoline or that as an act of humanity we should and these are scientists who have in- ethanol that can take you the rest of not allow his nation to drown, and to vented a way to make a compressor the mileage as far as you want to drive. me it was sort of a common-sense, about 80 percent more efficient which So it is a plug-in, flex-fuel hybrid ve- human thing to do, to ask me to talk does not sound too thrilling, I suppose, hicle. Plug-in meaning you plug in at to my colleagues about what we could until you think what it can do. Be- night, flex-fuel meaning runs on a gas- do about that, and so I am here to- cause what they can do with this com- oline or ethanol, and hybrid means it night. pressor is put it on the top of a wind has electric and internal combustion The second person I want to talk turbine and use the wind turbine that engine. about is the director of relocation for a blows in the wind to compress air and So this company now has sort of an- town called Shishmareff, which is a then take that air and can pump it swered the $64,000 question of how we town on the northern coast of Alaska. down into subterranean caverns and are going to have enough battery ca- This is a town that has been there for keep stored air under high pressure pacity; and all they need to do, as they 4,000 years in some village system or that then can be vented and used like explained to me, is to mount some en- otherwise. For 4,000 years, people have a big battery. When you vent this com- gineering. The science is there. Now enjoyed living there, but now they are pressed air, it can drive a turbine and they need the engineering. being swallowed by the sea. The Arctic generate electricity. This is very exciting to think that in Ocean is essentially intruding into the Now, the upshot of all this tech- 5, maybe 6, 7 years, we will be able to town. nology is it means that we can take have an electrical driven car, by and If you go and google Shishmareff, wind turbines and essentially connect large, that we can distribute energy Alaska, you will see pictures of the them to a giant battery in the form of over the electrical system. houses simply falling down into the compressed air to store that energy. Think about when you put those two ocean. For a combination of reasons, This is very, very important in the ef- companies I just talked about, put the tundra is melting underneath their fort to have clean energy because now those two companies together. General houses, and the ocean is intruding be- we can make wind turbines part of the Compression, which can perhaps double cause an ice barrier that formerly pro- grid. We can have energy that wind the efficacy of the wind turbine, that tected their village has melted. So they turbines create. We can have access to can generate electricity that goes out are both having the tundra melt under- it even when the wind does not blow. over the wires to your garage, that you neath them and the storm waves com- Wind does not always blow, except here plug in your car at night and drive off ing in and washing away the town. in the House of Representatives, of and get 40 miles on electricity and un- About 3 weeks ago, the town voted to course. limited mileage on your gas or ethanol, move 13 miles, move the whole town, So this, for the first time, when this a clean system, with zero carbon diox- kit and caboodle, to the mainland. technology is perfected, and it is not ide emissions. There is some pretty They are now on a coastal barrier is- perfect yet, will be able to perhaps dou- good news, and they are not the only land, and this will be the first town, ble the revenues that can be generated one. Shishmareff, Alaska, the first town from wind turbines, a clean energy Now maybe we will not have wind that falls victim to global warming in source that does not emit one pound of turbine-driven electricity. Maybe we the United States, the first American carbon dioxide when we generate that will have clean coal. You know, most town. electricity. of the energy is from coal, from elec- I cannot be thinking that that is So here is a tremendous break- tricity right now in the United States, something to be proud of, that we have through that could make radical and it is very dirty, huge gigatons of an energy policy that allows the oil changes in our energy policy by per- carbon dioxide which are responsible and gas industry and others to put un- haps doubling the efficacy, at least the for global warming, but there may be a told amount of carbon dioxide in the revenue generation of wind turbine way we can burn it cleanly. atmosphere. It is actually destroying farms. We have had a bunch of them go We can put it through a combined an American town. up in the State of Washington. We have cycle process that can take the carbon I think we ought to rally to the idea the largest wind turbine farm in North dioxide out of the stream. We turn the that we do not allow American towns America in the State of Washington, coal into hydrogen. We burn the hydro- to be swallowed by a problem. We have which is already as cheap as any other gen in a gas turbine, and that gen- got to solve the problem. type of energy that we have. So there erates electricity. But we have got to So there are two people, the Presi- is one company. have some place to put the carbon di- dent of the Marshall Islands and the The second company, the day before I oxide so it does not get in the atmos- leader of Shishmareff, Alaska, both of had in my office a company called A123 phere. We basically sequester it, and whom are having their communities Battery. It is a company in Massachu- we pump it under high pressure into literally being swallowed up and hav- setts, scientists who have spun off of the ground, and it stays there for hun- ing to move at some point because we MIT, largely; and A123 Battery com- dreds of years, but it takes a lot of en- have an energy policy that is fit for the pany is a company that has developed ergy to compress that CO2. For every 19th century, not the 21st century. a lithium ion battery which has tre- two coal-fired plants, you have to have That is the bad news, but now I want mendous capacity essentially for stor- one just for the energy to suppress this to shift to some people I have met who ing electricity. They have now signed CO2. have given me a huge amount of con- an agreement with General Motors in But a company I talked to yesterday fidence that we can deal with this prob- an effort to provide the battery for the called RAMGEN in Tacoma, Wash- lem. Because I think if you spend time Volt, the first plug-in hybrid that GM ington, RAMGEN has a nascent tech- talking to the scientists and the inven- has announced they would like to build nology using a very sophisticated tech- tors and innovators, as I have during in several years. nology to increase the efficiency of the last year, you would be convinced A123 Battery company, it is exciting compressors by very significant that Americans, the country that had because their technology, once it be- amounts, which would allow us to com- people who invented the light bulb, the comes commercialized, once it becomes press this carbon dioxide and use much jet airplane, went to the moon, per- packaged in a reliable source that we less electricity to do it. fected the Internet and mapped the can make sure we can put in our car, So here we have a situation where we human genome, are capable of creating will allow us to have plug-in hybrids, a have these three companies I just a new energy future that will not allow car that we can take home at night, talked about that may mean we would the destruction of other American plug into a garage outlet, next day be able to have affordable, clean coal

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If you want to put it on information going on between That is a beautifully elegant system your roof, when you generate more nanotechnology and biofuels, which we that can keep the Shishmareff towns electricity, you are feeding it back into haven’t even yet talked about tonight. and the Marshall Islands that are being the grid, to basically—to sell elec- We have got to ramp up that Federal swallowed by the sea and keep us hav- tricity you grow at your home, home- R&D. That is the third thing we need ing cars that do not have to drive on grown electricity back to the utility to do. oil from the Middle East. That is a company. Fourth, we need to have major steps pretty nice system. So there is a lot of forward to advance our biofuels poten- b 2130 great news out there, because there is tial in this country. We have enormous a lot of great innovation out there. We want to make sure that you can potential in this country for biofuels. I But the question is, what can we here get paid for that. So we have another have read the last few days some arti- in Congress do to accelerate that rate bill called the net metering bill. Net cles and newspapers by pundits who get and that pace of innovation, and this is metering basically means that you net to say anything they want. They don’t the third thing I would like to address on your meter what you used from the ever have to run for election, so it tonight. We have talked about the utility against what you produce and doesn’t matter what it is, really, I sup- problem. We have talked about the sell back to the utility. pose. people who are solving it, innovation, This bill would create a right for you But these pundits have suggested but we have a role here, too, to help ac- as a consumer, under certain rules that that biofuels could not play an impor- celerate that rate of innovation. were set up, to sell your electricity tant part of our role, and those people I would like tonight to talk about back to your utility, make sure you are not talking to the scientists who some of the things, not all of the can hook up, have a Federal standard recognize the breakthrough technology things, but some of the things we can to do that. That is the key to being that we are on the cusp of enjoying in do here in Congress. able to get to what we call a distrib- this country to dramatically increase First, what we can do is try to accel- uted generation system, where we can the productivity of biofuels. Now, we erate the rate of the commercialization have generators all around the coun- know we are already producing very of this plug-in hybrid battery. It is still try, including on our rooftops and our significant sums of ethanol and some going to take some engineering to businesses and our homes, not just in biodiesel in this country. We know that make sure the battery is put in se- large coal plants and large hydro- that can increase. quence in a crash-worthy system. electric dams. But what folks don’t understand is We can pass a bill I introduced last This is a pretty simple thing to do. It that these biofuels, we are ready to week with some colleagues called the has been blocked now for 4 years in take giant leaps forward to leapfrog grid plug-in hybrid vehicle bill that Congress. We are hoping that it can get the corn ethanol that we now use, and will use some of this $14 billion that we through this year, a simple thing to do. have set aside for research that will corn ethanol right now is what we Third, we have got to increase our re- might think of as the first-generation help this industrial application get off search and development in all of these the ground. It would also provide in- biofuel. It is kind of like the Wright high-tech energy fields. I just men- centives for consumers to buy these brothers’ flier. It works, you can fly, tioned several of them. There are many products so we can help increase the but it is just a start. We are going to others, wave power. We now have the demand for them; and, of course, we enjoy succeeding generations of first wave power plant that has been know once we increase demand, the biofuels. proposed off the coast of Oregon, 50 cost of these goes down, the more we The first one that we will have will megawatts, with buoys that bob up and have on the road. be cellulosic ethanol. Cellulosic eth- The bill would also create a Federal down underneath the surface that can anol is a fancy term that basically testing ground. We have several of generate very considerable electricity. means instead of just using the seed of these now that help prove the concept There is enough electricity that could a plant to distill ethanol, you use the of these—that prove these concepts be generated off a 10-by-10 square mile whole plant. You don’t just use a ker- work, and we would build on that by area off the coast of California that, if nel of the corn. You use everything, providing another test facility to cer- the buoys can be shown to survive what they call the corn stover that tify the safety and reliability of these ocean conditions, can have all the elec- grows above the ground. You mash it systems. tricity California could use. It is pretty up, and you put an enzyme in it to So here is one bill that can help amazing. break down the carbohydrates in the speed this transition to an electrical Now, there are hurdles to show that cell, then you distill the carbohydrates driven car, and we are very close to these buoys can survive in the wave and you make ethanol. doing it. It may happen without Fed- power, but we need to do more in the When we do this, we will increase the eral action, later rather than sooner, wave conditions. We need to do more productivity of the Midwestern farmer but we cannot wait. We cannot wait be- R&D on this. We need more R on the by a factor of two or three, not 5 or 10 cause of our dependence on foreign oil, clean coal. We need more R&D on the percent, but by a factor of two or and we cannot wait as the scientific solar thermal, which we are having three. We will generate two or three panel will come out with its report this great success with lately. times as much energy and money per Friday again noting the danger we face The reason we know this is because acre as we are generating right now. as a country as a result of global when we compare this to other major This technology is ready for the first warming. challenges, we are really pathetic. We commercial plant, which should be in So that is one thing we can do, pass are pathetic when it comes to doing Idaho, a company called Iogen, that is this plug-in, flex-fuel hybrid vehicle R&D and energy right now. ready as soon as they get a loan guar- bill. You know, this challenge we have is antee from Uncle Sam so they can Secondly, what we can do is make it at least as visionary as going to the build the first commercial plant to do easier for people to generate their own Moon, but it affects our planet rather this. electricity. You know, photovoltaic en- than the Moon. Yet we are spending When we do this, we will be able to ergy where you put solar cells on your one-seventh of what was spent and in- have a very significant amount of our roof is becoming close to being market- vested in the new Apollo Project, one- transportation fueled by domestically driven. There are some very, very ex- seventh per year what we spent on get- produced biofuel. This is not me just citing things going on in photovoltaic ting to the Moon. saying this. This is the Department of energy right now. That is a sad commentary on our Energy that has done extensive anal- A company in California called failure to act with dispatch when it yses of this, Department of Agri- NanoSolar is producing 450 megawatts comes to energy. We would not have culture, a whole suite of agronomists

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A third generation cause we need to be the country that party to have their retreat. During could include algae. Algae has the ca- fulfills our destiny as being the inven- that time, Speaker PELOSI and a num- pability of producing 50 times as much tors of the world. ber of other chairmen traveled to Iraq at least per acre as even the second You know, China is going to need and Afghanistan to visit our troops and generation of biofuels. this technology. They are building one also our commanders in the field. There is at least one company that dirty coal-fired plant a week, and they I can share with you that the trip has at least one commercial applica- are going to need clean energy tech- will be talked about a little further by tion of that technology now, basically nology. We should be the one selling it the Speaker tomorrow, but it is very, to make diesel fuel out of algae. That to them. very important because it is the num- is the kind of thing we need to invest Here is a great way to restore the im- ber one thing that is facing the Nation in, and that is what we need to start balance of trade between us and China. right now, and that is war in Iraq and doing. One of these companies, the director of also in Afghanistan. Last, I want to mention something Ramgen, this company that may be Last week we spoke or talked here on that is pivotal to driving these tech- able to do this clean coal technology, the floor about the importance of the nologies, and that is the technologies was going to China today, and here is a President’s State of the Union, what that I have talked about tonight all op- perfect example of how we can start to was said and what was not said. There erate under an enormous competitive fix this terrible trade imbalance we was some level of focus on the fact that disadvantage. They have to compete have when we can be the sellers to the Katrina was not mentioned not one with other industries that have a huge world to this clean energy technology. time during the President’s State of subsidy that they don’t get, and that’s So, in summary, there is some good the Union, with me being from a hurri- the subsidy that the fossil fuel indus- news and bad news here tonight. The cane State and representing a district try has because they get to put their bad news is we have some fellow Amer- that is constantly hit by hurricanes carbon dioxide, their pollution, in the and natural disasters, just being one icans whose talent is being destroyed atmosphere for free. season away. Katrina, noted as one of by global warming in Shishmareff, Now, you think about that. If a coal- the worst natural disasters of our time Alaska. fired utility right now can put its gar- and one of the worst responses by this We have a fellow citizen in the world, bage, its pollution, its carbon dioxide, Federal Government, did not receive the Marshall Islands, whose country is its pollutant that is damaging the even a mention from the President of being devoured by global warming. Earth’s atmosphere, that is damaging the United States. the atmosphere by the megaton and That is the bad news. I can say that there are several Mem- But the good news is we have a great not pay a dime for it, in unlimited bers here in Congress that continue to amounts, now, compared to what you combination of innovators, inventors, be concerned about Katrina and the do and what we do when we go to our business people that are ready to tack- area of housing and follow-through and county garbage dump with a pickup le this problem and create these new preparedness on behalf of our first full of stuff out of our garden, goodness technological solutions to this prob- emergency responders, or that they knows what we have got in the back of lem. One day we will be driving clean have the tools to respond, but making our basements, we have to pay money cars. We will have cleaner homes with sure that FEMA has the proper over- to dump our stuff in a limited space, better efficiency. We are going to lick sight to be able to carry out the tasks because there is only a limited space in this problem of global warming at the needed in the event of a natural dis- a garbage dump. same time we are going to grow the aster or terrorist attack. But utilities that put all this pollu- U.S. economy. One other thing I think is important tion in our atmosphere, which has lim- That is a message that this Congress, to be able to identify is veterans were ited carrying capacity for carbon diox- I am proud to say, is now sending for not pointed out in this State of the ide, get to do it for free for as much as the first time. We have broken the Union. Looking at Katrina and the they want. That is a huge subsidy of chains of the oil and gas industry. We State of the Union, we must come to those industries. have broken the chains of the 19th cen- grips with there are two hard realities. If you are a small company in Cali- tury, and we have entered a new cen- One, if we have a natural disaster or a fornia building solar cells or ocean- tury of clean energy technology. planned terrorist attack that takes powered technology or wind turbines, I will look forward to more successes place in this country, is the Federal or if you are a farmer in Ohio that is so we can help Americans continue to Government ready to respond, espe- going to build cellulosic ethanol and invent. It really is the American des- cially on behalf of the executive sell it, you don’t get that subsidy. It is tiny to pass the new Apollo energy branch? That question is still left un- an unfair subsidy, and it needs to stop. project and do just what John F. Ken- answered. The U.S. Congress needs to stand up nedy did, take this country to a new vi- At the same time, when we start on our hind legs and pass a cap and sion. looking at issues of veterans, looking trade system to cap, to limit, to put a f at our troops, our men and women ceiling on the amount of carbon diox- coming home, what will be the state of 30-SOMETHING WORKING GROUP ide that can go in our atmosphere from affairs on behalf of those veterans? these polluting industries. When we The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under I am saying all of this to line up the have that cap, when we limit the the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- debate that is going to take place after amount of carbon dioxide that can be uary 18, 2007, the gentleman from Flor- this week when we pass the continuing put in, two things are going to happen. ida (Mr. MEEK) is recognized for 60 min- resolution that will be on the floor on We are going to protect our atmos- utes. Wednesday of this week, of what is phere for our grandchildren; and, sec- Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it going to happen the following week ond, we are going to give a boost to is an honor to address the House once after that when the President sends his these new businesses that are really again. I just have come to the floor on budget to Congress. ready to start producing these products behalf of the 30-something Working It is important within that budget to to become commercially available for Group. As you know, and as the Mem- embrace some of the values of the the clean energy future of this country. bers know, we work daily and weekly American people and even legislation That is a big two-fer, a clean, healthy on issues that are facing the American that we have filed in the 110th Congress environment and an energetic econ- people and also to not only inform and also that was filed in the 109th omy. Members of Congress but also allow the Congress.

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I will be on behalf of the American people in And you pretty much heard the rest looking forward to hearing more about what is right, and I commend that on a when you joined us. the Speaker’s trip not only tomorrow bipartisan basis. But, welcome, and I yield to you. in her press conference but also when I think the American people and Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Thank she shares not only with the Demo- Members here in the House know ex- you for yielding, Mr. MEEK. cratic Caucus but with this House of actly where Democrats stand on this You talked about our commitment, Representatives. issue of making sure that we bring failed commitment, over the past sev- And to see after the State of the about the kind of oversight but at the eral years of Republican rule in this Union, the President’s polling numbers same time not just standing by and House to our veterans, and I think of drop even to another low. What I un- saying, well, the President is Com- what message we send, Mr. Speaker derstand from some reports, as low as mander in Chief; and he is making all and Members, to the young men and 30, 28 percent. I know the President is the decisions. women who are coming back to this not going to win a popularity contest, I see my good friend, Congressman country who have fought for us in a but I think it is important to be able to MURPHY, is here. war that they are beginning to under- follow the will and desire of the Amer- If this was left up to politics, then we stand, I think, has been so badly mis- ican people and on behalf of the Con- would just stand back and allow the managed and a war in which this Con- gress. President to continue to do what he is gress has so miserably overseen for the Also, I took the opportunity today, doing, and then we could have Ground past 3, 4 years. But I also think about Mr. Speaker, before coming to the Hog Day all over again, as we had in what message it sends to prospective floor, to take a look at what congres- November, Democrats continuing to young men and women who may want sional leaders are saying, not just on gain power because of the lack of lead- to join our Armed Forces, because we the Democratic side of the aisle but ership on behalf of the Republican are so lucky in this country to have an even on the Republican side of the leadership to stand up to the President all-volunteer military, and it is a bless- aisle, and there is a great debate that of the United States. ing for each and every one of us who is going on. I pull here the Congres- But this is not about politics. This is lives under this blanket of freedom sional Daily AM, which pretty much about protecting the American people. that our volunteer military provides. any staffer or Member of Congress in- This is about making sure that their The message that we are sending volved in the process here in Wash- will and desires are represented here in them today, Mr. MEEK and Mr. Speak- ington, D.C., can pick it up and find the people’s House, in the U.S. House of er, is that, one, when we send them out what is going on throughout the Representatives, and I am pretty sure into battle, we are not going to do it in whole week; and on a number of the in the Senate. a way that protects them with the issues that are going to face the Presi- And I am hoping that Democrats and armor and equipment that they need, dent, some of his strongest supporters Republicans will come together. As you that we are not prepared to send them here in Congress are disagreeing with know, Mr. Speaker and Members, here into a conflict that we have planned for him at this point. I think this could in the 30–Something Working Group, in advance for success. only boil down to Members of Congress we embrace bipartisanship. We encour- But, even given all that, that when using common sense and standing up age bipartisanship. And the good thing they come back to this country, uncon- on behalf of their constituents, either about serving in an elected body is scionably, we are not going to make it be an entire State, if you are a Sen- when you are right and you are on the sure that they have the health care ator, or Member of Congress that rep- side of the people, then you will return that they need, that they won’t wait in resents a district. I think it is impor- back to this body. If you are wrong, I lines for procedures that they need, tant that we exercise those values. used to play football down at Florida that they won’t have to pay exorbitant There will be an up-or-down vote on A&M, and we used to say the blind amounts of money out of pocket for how the Senate feels about the troop leading the blind and the two shall fall the drugs that they need to treat the escalation in Iraq; and I believe, read- in the ditch. injuries that they suffered on behalf of ing here, that the Democratic leader, So I think it is important that if we this Nation. Mr. REID, has said that that vote will know that the American people are So for me, Mr. Speaker and Members, be taken and that there will be a num- looking for a new direction versus the the issue of veterans really ties it all ber of Republicans that are going to same direction that the President was together for us because it talks about have to take that vote because there taking in the 109th and 108th Congress, the values that we have as a Nation to are going to be 21 seats to defend in the the wrong direction as it relates to those who have served. It talks about Senate in the 2008 elections. Iraq, then that is a decision that every the misguided policies of this adminis- Now, saying that, Mr. Speaker and Member of Congress has to make. tration and the peril that we have put Members, this is not about politics. Mr. MURPHY, I am so happy that you these young men and women in. This is about standing up on behalf of are able to join us right now. I was just As 30–Somethings that get to stand the American people. I think Senator talking a little bit about what we fin- here and as a very new member of this WEBB said it best, Mr. Speaker and ished off on last week. I talked about group, we all have friends and cousins Members, that if the President doesn’t the fact that the Speaker was in the- and brothers and sisters who are fight- want to lead us in the right direction, ater, two theaters, in Iraq and also in ing there, and we hear the stories first- then we need to show him the way, Afghanistan. She just returned. She hand from our generation or those just something along those lines. And I will be having a press conference to- a few years younger than us as they think it is important on behalf of the morrow to talk about that a little come back, and the stories only get men and women that are in harm’s way more. The fact that on Wednesday we worse. We give credit to those who now and the fact that we have over- will be debating the continuing resolu- served, and we should give them the sight as the legislative body in this tion and will be here on the floor. We benefit of their service when they re- three-branch government that we exer- will have a follow-up. turn here. cise our rights in this. The President’s budget will be hand- And I think you are very right, Mr. I want to read just a little bit here, ed down, I think, February 5, and some MEEK, to point out that that was a continue from page 1 over to page 2: of the things which were not men- very noticeable absence from the Presi- ‘‘Warner’s opposition to sending more tioned in the State of the Union, Hurri- dent’s speech, to give credit to them troops was a heavy blow to the White cane Katrina and the victims of Hurri- not just in words, not just in Veterans House and administrative officials that cane Katrina and those Gulf States and Day and Memorial Day ceremonies, but hoped that the former Senate Armed also veterans that were left out of the in the acts and in the funding that this

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I can tell you know what great advocates you have And just a little history lesson here, right now, I wish I had an envelope, but been for those men and women who I will just share with you, the chair- I remember Johnnie Carson used to have served for us, Mr. MEEK. man, I believe, in the 109th, the 108th hold an envelope to his head and say a Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. MURPHY, I Congress, the Republican chairman of word, and I would say make tax breaks can tell you right now that a number the Veterans’ Affairs Committee went permanent for the superwealthy. of those issues that we have been talk- against the Republican leadership say- You know, I am pretty sure that is ing about over the last couple of 30– ing, I believe this is what we should do somewhere in that envelope. Even Something hours that we have had on behalf of the veterans. I believe that though we are going to go around, we here on the floor, and we thank the they deserve it. And he was removed as are going to go to Caterpillar in Illi- Democratic leadership for allowing us chairman of that committee. nois and talk about trade and how the to have this, this is a very pivotal Those days are gone now. We are in economy works, and then he is going to time. And I always share with the control. We are going to stand up on go over to New York and talk a little Members, even though we come to the their behalf. bit about the economy and how strong, capital, Mr. Speaker, from our districts I am just saying I don’t want to point this, that and the other. But in the end on a weekly basis, work together here out the fact that the President did not game, it is going to be about protecting on this highly secured complex, the sun mention anything about veterans, just the very individuals that have been re- rises and sets every day in this beau- that it is a bad thing. It is a bad thing. warded and protected at a time of war, tiful capital city as we look over the I think he should have mentioned it, to make it permanent, so that the mid- capital Mall, and sometimes we take especially at a time of war. But I want dle class will not have the benefits that the very freedom that others have pro- to make sure those veterans know, Mr. they need. vided for granted and the opportunity, Speaker, that we are not going to leave So we highlight these things as a Mr. Speaker, to lead. them behind, that we are not going to forecast of saying that there is some I think when historians start to look let their memory kind of fade off, their room for the American people, every- at this time when there are two wars contributions fade off into the sunset day Joe and Sue, and those individuals going on, when you have millions of because the President did not prioritize that are punching in and punching out Americans without health care, when enough to even put two words together every day, for those individuals that you have Gulf States that are there to thank our veterans, or just ‘‘vet- are trying to make it to the next level that feel that they have been forgot- erans,’’ period, just one word. Because that there is something there to assist ten, when you have veterans in the he left that out of his speech doesn’t them. heartland of America and urban Amer- necessarily mean that this House of Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Mr. ica still sharing some of the same Representatives is going to leave those Speaker, Mr. MEEK was right on. The wounds of a lack of leadership on be- veterans behind. So that is the reason new class that was sent here to Wash- half of the Congress, when you have why we mentioned it. That is the rea- ington was sent here to make sure that veterans that are waiting 3 months to son why we raise up the Katrina vic- this place is returned to that hard- see the ophthalmologist, and when you tims and those families that are still working family that you are talking about. have veterans clinics, VA hospitals and living through the nightmare. And, Mr. MURPHY, we are not even fo- You know, we know the statistics, clinics, some clinics that are only open cusing on the whole family experience. the terrible statistics of the number of twice a month with a staff that rotates I mean, think of those families of vet- military families that are on food between that region that serves those erans that are out there. And the rea- stamps, the number of military fami- veterans, people will look back and son why I am mentioning the whole lies, ex-military families that have to say, what happened in the 109th Con- mental piece is because, when I trav- come to the government for some as- gress or what happened in 110th Con- eled to Iraq, I can tell you I used to be sistance just to get by every day. I gress? Who stood up? Who stood up on a State trooper. I have seen some mean, these are amongst the legions of behalf of the American people? things in my 5 years being with the families across this country that are I have a great deal of respect for the Florida Highway Patrol. I am pretty scraping to get by every day. President and the Commander in Chief, sure in one tour in Iraq, a young man We have a growing economy. You because he is the President and Com- or young woman or a middle-aged gen- know the story, Mr. MEEK. We have a mander in Chief, period. That is where tleman or what have you, when you see growing economy. Production is up. it is. I am an American. I am not an that kind of activity, it is going to af- GDP is up. And wages are flat. Wages enlisted man, but I am a Member of fect you. You are going to need the for regular, ordinary Americans are Congress, and I feel that the office de- kind of the assistance that this coun- going nowhere while wages for CEOs serves the respect. try should provide because you volun- and the folks at the very top of that I also believe that the American peo- teered, taking your words, to fight on economic scale are doing very well. ple deserve, Mr. MURPHY, the same behalf of this country. So it is very, And none of us begrudge folks that level of respect or greater. And the very important. have done well in business making a great thing about our democracy, like And those families that are having to dollar. I mean, that is the genius of our I said, we celebrate the very freedom live with those family members that American economy. But what it does is that others have provided us. Some of are trying to wrestle with those issues, it leaves all of those people behind those paid the ultimate sacrifice for some of those issues don’t make the while a very few at the top are well off. that to happen. Some are sitting in local news, but they live it. Children Here is where we come in, I think. I wheelchairs right now. Some are for- are subjected to it, and many of our think we come in in that our job, not ever mentally wounded or injured by veterans need counseling when they necessarily to completely level that the whole experience in providing the come back. playing field, but our job certainly is kind of freedom that they provided for not to exacerbate the differences that us. Some of us take for granted that we b 2200 already exist. And when President have veterans, some that are going And that is one of the hidden issues Bush goes to Illinois, if he spends a lit- into VA hospitals that are sitting there that is in this whole issue as we start tle time moving away from the motor- practically all day for mental health talking about not leaving our veterans cade and the Secret Service lines, he counseling. Some are not eligible. behind. We have plans to do that. We will find a society there in which there Some are still fighting for full benefits. started this discussion just talking are deep divisions between those folks And over the years, I know of some of about the President’s budget, about in the middle that are just trying to my constituents all the way from the making sure that this is reflected in cling on to that middle class, and the Korean War who are still fighting for the President’s budget. folks that are doing very well.

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Mr. RYAN, we have been gave away to a lot of those oil compa- Americans. talking about a number of issues sur- nies, to the deals that they cut with Speaking of the minimum wage, I un- rounding not only the Speaker’s visit the drug companies to give them derstand that it is up for consideration to Iraq and Afghanistan with some record profits off this health care sys- in the Senate next week, hopefully other Democratic leaders and also tem, have left a lot of people behind, next Tuesday. I know there are some chairmen, but also talking about the have left millions of hardworking discussions an $8 billion possible cost issue of the veterans not being men- Americans struggling, producing more, for tax breaks for businesses within tioned in the State of the Union, nor working harder than ever, and not see- that. I know that there will be some the Gulf States. But we said we are not ing a return for their dollar. sort of discussion between the finance going to leave them behind. So we gave You know the costs of this war. I Chair in the Senate and Mr. RANGEL an update on the minimum wage. We have heard you talk about it on this over here in the House, Mr. Speaker, are happy to hear from you, sir. floor. But we are spending $8 billion a from Ways and Means. Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I month in Iraq right now. And we need We are going to continue to have had an interesting weekend, and I am to start having a conversation about hearings on the economy. We are going glad to be with you and our new friend how we spend that money here in the to talk about globalization tomorrow from Connecticut. I had a very inter- United States of America, and how we in the committee, I believe at 10 a.m., esting weekend because everyone in use that money to retrain workers that over in the Longworth Building. We are Niles, Ohio, in the Mahoney Valley, have been laid off due to the going to the effects of it, how does it was talking about the first 100 hours. globalization of our economy. deal with the American worker, how do So I found it very interesting that so We need to talk about how to spend we benefit here. And that is going to be many people were actually paying at- that money to get kids an education a great discussion for us to continue to tention to what was going on here. that they deserve, to get them out of have, especially with the President I think a lot of it had to do with school in 4 years, rather than what is moving around and speaking to dif- Speaker PELOSI and the first woman all too often happening, that it takes 6, ferent groups about trade. Speaker being here. But there was a 8, 10 years for some students to get de- I think it is also important as we genuine excitement that things had grees. That is where we need to be in- start to look at this issue of the min- changed in Washington, D.C. and I am vesting. imum wage that we keep at the fore- sure you felt it in Miami. I know you That is the right thing for our econ- front. So I want to make sure that the were there. I talked to you last night. Members stay engaged; I want to make omy. That is the right thing for our You were there. And I am sure they sure that the American people stay en- kids. And ultimately it is the right felt it up in New England. thing for our men and women that are gaged and informed on what is hap- Mr. MEEK of Florida. You gave a fighting overseas. So I appreciate the pening. couple of speeches over the weekend. I think another issue that is coming focus that we are going to hopefully be Mr. RYAN of Ohio. I did, yeah. I ac- up and I mentioned it a little earlier, able to add to the President’s visit, to tually spoke at the Akron Press Club, on Wednesday, we are going to be deal- make sure that when he goes out there which I felt was very important. And ing with the continuing resolution. I into the world that he sees all of Amer- then I spoke at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel can tell you, Mr. Speaker, some of the ica, that he does not just see the folks grade school, my old Catholic grade things that were mentioned in the that have been the beneficiaries of the school. And we had a little alumni af- State of the Union, it is interesting largesse of government in this Con- fair there. what we have already incorporated gress for all too long, the oil compa- It was interesting, because there into the House. were so many people talking about nies, the drug companies, the Fortune Democrats led the way in making what had happened down here, the his- 500s, that he sees the rest of the folks sure that we adopt pay-as-we-go rules. toric nature of the changes. And when that are struggling. Democrats led the way by saying that you look and you think about all of the Now, he is going to get an oppor- there will be no earmarks in this con- political promises that we have prob- tunity, as you know, Mr. Speaker and tinuing resolution that will come to Members, to do right by those folks, the floor on Wednesday. And we talk ably all heard in our careers at one because hopefully we are going to get about earmarks. And we are bringing point or another about, we are going to to his desk an increase in the minimum about earmark reform. do this, we are going to do that, and wage, we are going to get to his desk a But earmarks in some areas, espe- you hear people say that. decrease in the student loan rate. We cially when you look at the bad situa- But for Speaker PELOSI and the ma- are going to put on his desk for his sig- tion that the country is in right now, jority here to lead and run campaigns nature a repeal of those massive tax this does not go away. I mean, we are all over the country and make those breaks to the oil companies. continuing to hold this chart up. I just assertions and make these promises He is going to have a choice then, want to make sure that the American and then to come within the first 100 and I hope he listens to what happened people and Members understand that legislative hours and actually deliver on election day. I hope he listens to the we had very little to do with the situa- on these issues is impressive. And I legions of folks who sent us here, some tion of the $1.05 trillion that has been think it tries to restore some of that of us for the first time and others back borrowed from foreign nations, and credibility that has been lost, I think, for another tour of duty in this Cham- more than has been borrowed over 224 over the past couple of years. ber. I hope that he listens to the folks years with 42 Presidents and a number So we immediately stabilized a lot of that are asking this government to of Congresses in between, of $1.01 tril- families. I mean, it is not implemented start sticking up for people that have lion. yet, but our goal: minimum wage, cut had very little voice, very little voice We did not just get there. We got student loan interest rates in half and except for some people standing here there by giving unaffordable tax breaks help negotiate down the cost of pre- late at night trying to shed light on that we could not afford to the super- scription drugs. And then open up two what has been really happening in this wealthy, giving away tax breaks to in- new sectors of the economy by repeal- country, Mr. MEEK. dividuals who did not ask for it. So ing the corporate welfare and investing Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. MURPHY, that just does not go away. that in alternative energy sources, that is an outstanding segue to even There is a lot of work between mak- which will lead to more research from talk about what has passed this floor ing sure that we are able to do what the private sector, investment by the already. You mentioned many of those this Democratic Congress has done in private sector, and try to open up this measures. Eighty percent of the Amer- balancing the budget and taking us new alternative energy sector of our ican people, overwhelmingly, Mr. into surpluses versus what the Repub- economy, and then the stem cell re- Speaker, feel that the first 100 hours lican Congress has done in taking us search bill, which will allow us in the here in the U.S. House of Representa- backwards. health care industry to open up and do

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This is have the best-trained, best-educated ber the last couple of years, you would about continuing to move forward. We work force in the country, continues to have to go back home, and you are have got to reauthorize No Child Left be that beacon of economic develop- talking to your constituents, and there Behind. ment due to our work force. Those are is not a whole lot to say. And when you talk to Chairman MIL- the type of investments that have been You know, we were often talking LER, who is the Chair of that com- long cast aside but now we are going to about what we were trying to prevent mittee, you see the look in his eyes start making again so that we make from happening, or motions to recom- about an opportunity to change the sure that you know when we are long mit or amendments we offered for face of education in this country, to fi- gone from here that we have left an PAYGO in all of those committees and nally put some resources back behind economy and we have left a budget Charlie Stenholm and Dennis Moore No Child Left Behind to where it actu- that makes sense. who offered all of those provisions to ally will work. Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Will the gen- try to balance the budget by imple- And when you look and you see, and tleman yield? menting PAYGO. Well, we imple- I know, you know, Senator KENNEDY is It was interesting, because one of our mented PAYGO from the House side. talking about putting money in there friends from the other side gave a 5- I think it is very important that we to help school districts figure out how minute speech about the values of free were able to actually go out and do trade. I think pretty much everything that. So I am excited about what is they can possibly extend the school happening here. day and extend the school year so that he said I agree with, and I voted Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Mr. we can make sure that our kids are on against almost probably every trade Speaker, I would just say, it is funny par with kids from Korea and some of agreement that has come before this because there was kind of a low bar set. these other countries where they go an Congress since I have been here. And I And I at some levels am pleased that I extra couple, 3 weeks a year more than agreed with everything he said. We are was not in the same shoes that Mr. us, which equals another year or two trading. It creates value. It invests in RYAN and Mr. MEEK were, that I did over the course of a 12-year education our countries. We all understand all not have to go back to my constitu- cycle. These are the kind of things that that. ency for the last several years and an- we want to implement here. The problem is that we are not mak- swer for what has happened here, be- And if it wasn’t for the, and we got ing the investments into the United cause the answer is, not much. into this, too, a lot back home. You States that will help us grow new sec- You know, folks out there were know, a lot of people had an almost un- tors of the economy that will replenish struggling with these energy prices realistic expectation that we came in, the jobs that we may be losing. just going through the roof. Health we can come in now, Mr. MURPHY, and Now, people in Youngstown, Ohio, ob- care was becoming harder and harder Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ and wave a viously, don’t like to lose their jobs. to find, good health care at least. Peo- magic wand and all of a sudden there is But if there was a job there that they ple were crying out for work on immi- a lot of money here. Well, we have got could get trained and go into and make gration. People were trying to get help a lot of making up to do because of the the same kind of living and have the bringing up their wages to a liveable irresponsible fiscal inadequacies and same stability for their family and pro- wage, and they were not hearing any- inability of the Republicans to actually vide for education and health care for thing. I mean, it was deafening silence balance the budget. So we have got to their own family, they would be fine from down here. go up and clean that mess up. We have with it. So you can’t have free trade So I do not have as much compara- got to figure out how to extract our- and then not invest in the stem cell re- tive experience as you, Mr. RYAN and selves from this morass we are in in search. You can’t have free trade and Mr. MEEK, do. But walking around the Iraq and then finally make the invest- then not invest in the alternative en- district in Connecticut for the past sev- ments that we want to make. ergy research to help stimulate the eral weekends it has been euphoric. So we have got a lot going on here, economy and create new sectors that And I used that word the last time I Mr. MEEK, and we are very excited will ultimately yield employment for was down here with you. about the proposition that we have in our folks in our communities. It is really this sort of sense that, oh, the future. When you look at the op- Be happy to yield to Madam Chair of my gosh, our government is working portunities that we really have in this the Legislative Appropriations Sub- again. Our government is back to work country, I think they are great. But it committee. again; and it used to be that that is is about focusing on the human capital Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Thank what happened. It used to be that there in the United States of America, Mr. you to my good friend from Youngs- would be a problem, you would go to MURPHY, and making sure that we town, Ohio. your legislator, they would come down make the kind of investments into the You know, your comments sort of here and they would do something health care, education in the United bring to mind that our good friends on about it. states and the stem cells and the alter- the other side of the aisle want to have And people have come to expect iner- native energy are going to put us on a their cake and eat it, too. They were tia. That is what sort of was just the strong path to move forward. the ones responsible for putting us in run of the mill down here in Wash- And I would be happy to yield to my this situation where we have to adopt a ington, that you have a problem and friend from Connecticut. continuing resolution that is essen- then you have to wait about 5, 10 years, Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. I will tially continuation funding that in in order to get something to happen. just key off of an important word there order to put a finger in the dike and I felt the same thing, Mr. RYAN, that and that is investments. You know, people you know, it is too bad frankly make sure that things don’t get any that people have come to be surprised how you balance the budget into the worse and that we can begin the proc- by the fact that there could be imme- future is to make sure that you are ess for the 2008 budget and getting our diate action. Because that is what they doing the right things now to make fiscal house in order. It was them that should get from their government, and sure that our economy is humming 10 only were able to pass two out of all of they are getting it now. years and 20 years from now. So when the spending bills that were in their you talk about this investing in renew- hopper. It was them that left us this b 2215 able and alternative energy sources, I mess. Mr. RYAN of Ohio. And it is exciting mean, that is going to be our export. And now, you know, you will see over because it is just starting, Mr. MUR- That is going to be what America can the next couple of days, Mr. MURPHY, PHY. It is just starting. renew its economy around, is our abil- our good friends on the other side of

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They under- always accused us of being tax-and- paigned against fiscal irresponsibility stood that there were going to have to spend liberals and that we were going in a box and make it seem like some- be some difficult decisions made here; to just give away the store and that we how this continuing resolution is what and, quite frankly, I think they real- were going to satisfy every interest we crafted when we are in a situation ized that a lot of the decisions that group that is in the column of sup- where it is shut down the government were being made here over the past 12 porters that we have. or pass the simplest, most effective years, in particular over the last few But, instead, what we did is we stuck way of getting us across the finish line years, unfortunately, when this gov- to our principles. We stuck to what we so that we can move on and really ad- ernment decided to give, they were giv- talked about was important to the dress the concerns that we talked ing to the wrong people. And, in fact, American people, not spending more about during our 30–Something hours they found the means to give out some than you take in and particularly not in the 109th Congress, which was that favors, to give out some money. They caving to what would be politically ex- we are in the worst financial shape just happened to be giving it to the pedient, which was the tax cuts, as you that we have been in in decades, that people that didn’t need anything more. referred to, Mr. MURPHY, for people we have a foreign debt that is more So we can start making those dif- who don’t need them. combined than any of the 42 previous ferent decisions. But, before we do Because what they like to conven- presidents combined. that, it is going to take a little while iently leave out is that they only And yet they will try to have their to sweep up the shop room floor. And count, you know, there are only cer- cake and eat it, too, criticize us on that is what we are doing now. tain things that they count in the ledg- their budget that we are going to have Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Will the gen- er. They only count the things in the to continue but, at the same time, not tleman yield? ledger that are actually things you can What I think is an important point claim responsibility for it. It is really put down as I spent this much money here is that we could have come in and going to be shocking. on this particular program. But they not passed the pay as you go. We could So it is something that I think it is fail to actually account for the tax have done the irresponsible thing. And important that we talk about and that cuts that pull money out off the ledger, everyone says, well, the Democrats are we lay out there. Because, you know, which makes it so that there is not controlled by all these interest groups. this process, the appropriations process that revenue available to fund the Well, we could have been irresponsible is one of the most inside baseball, needs, and that adds to the deficit and said this interest group is going to nitty-gritty, intricate things that we itself. get this and this one is going to get do, and there are Members that have They also don’t include Social Secu- that, and we will borrow the money been here for years, and I am just, as a rity and Medicare when it comes to the from China, as Mr. MEEK had the chart whole appropriation process. All of new member of the Appropriations up, and we would pay everybody back. Committee, you know, even though I I am telling you, Madam Speaker, that is off budget. They don’t like to am chairing a subcommittee, I still she is great. We are doing the right count the supplemental bills that they have a significant learning curve. So thing. We could have done the easy pass. All of that is off budget. explaining it to the people that we rep- thing, and we could have paid every- So it is just, you know, we are going resent, while they are watching it all body back and made increases that to get back to being up front and hon- unfold on TV, is really somewhat dif- were irresponsible because we would est with the American people in our ficult. So it is critical that people un- have continued down the charts where budgeting process, and we are going to derstand that. we are borrowing the money from get our fiscal house in order. I actually talked to some of our col- China, paying the interest. They are Mr. RYAN of Ohio. And if we get an leagues on the floor tonight when we taking that money, investing it back opportunity as we go through the over- were talking about the CR and, you in their economy, buying submarines sight of the war, oversight of FEMA know, all lamenting that we are not and everything else. But we did the contracts, there are millions and mil- able to craft a bill that we would all right thing. So we have got to take the lions and millions, if not billions, of love to support with the increases that hit now, but the long-term economic dollars that have been wasted through the veterans deserve and the increases interest of the country is going to be the war, the contracting, the that are deserving in education, that much better off. Halliburtons. You know, story after are critical in terms of education and Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. What story we hear off the record, that is all health care and health and human we talked about night after night here going to come out through the hear- services and housing. I mean, those are and what our colleagues and our lead- ings. You know, if Halliburton has a all programs that Democrats have ership have all talked about, we have truck and the tire goes out, they just campaigned on and fought for. But be- all been singing off the same song get rid of the truck and they buy a cause we have colleagues that spent sheet, that we have to make sure that whole new one. Well, that is at the tax- like drunken sailors, that had no re- we handle the Federal budget just like payers’ expense. And there are stories gard for the fiscal house that we are folks struggle in America to handle after stories after stories of these kinds now charged with putting back in their household budget every single of things happening. order, we find ourselves having to day, not to spend more than you take So part of what we are doing is we cinch the belt as tight as possible just in. are making the tough decisions today, so that we can get through and start There are families all across Amer- the responsible decisions today, get making things right. ica, Mr. MURPHY, Mr. MEEK, Mr. RYAN, into the oversight, find out where the I think each of our colleagues, par- that have to make really difficult deci- waste is; and I really hope that we con- ticularly the freshmen like you, Mr. sions. Would they like to go and buy a tinue to push Mr. TANNER and Mr. MURPHY, are going to have an impor- new wardrobe for their children? Would CARDOZA’s bill that says we audit the tant task of going back to your con- they like to get the car completely whole government, because this gov- stituents and explaining that we have overhauled? Definitely important and ernment is clearly incapable of func- got to be responsible here first. Give us certainly would improve their quality tioning in the 21st century economy. an opportunity to get through the mess of life, but they can’t make those deci- If we are going to have the resources that we were left and then we can real- sions if the money is not coming in in that we need, Mr. MEEK, to invest in ly show you what we can do. order to cover those expenses. education, to invest in the health care, Be happy to yield. So at a certain point, if you don’t to invest into those things that are im- Mr. MURPHY. Just for brief com- stop the bleeding, if you don’t make portant, that are going to yield bene- ments, Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, I those fiscally difficult decisions, then fits, business incubators and research think you are right. I think the Amer- it just gets worse. and development and stem cells like we

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That is working. ceived it in the mail, only 648 days the Coast Guard and Maritime Sub- Now we may have and be in agree- until the election, why so many can- committee hearing that will take ment that the principle of a program is didates are jumping in so early. And it place. Transportation Infrastructure, what we all agree on, end poverty, pro- talks about this being the most open Railroads, Pipelines, Hazardous Mate- vide health care for kids, whatever the Presidential race since 1928. rials, that is a subcommittee hearing case may be. But the actual execution There is some interesting comments that is going to take place. Ways and of that program may not be yielding in here and obviously editorials, but I Means, trade and globalization at 10:00 the kind of results that we want or at think that you see so many people get- tomorrow, full committee hearing. the level we want. ting involved because they see a vacu- Ways and Means once again, sub- There is still too much poverty. um here, a vacuum of the fact that committee will be meeting. There are still too many kids out there things are not happening the way that I just wanted to point that out, that don’t have health care. There are it should happen. And Ms. WASSERMAN Madam Speaker. If we were in the 109th still too many kids that qualify for S– SCHULTZ alluded to the fact that, being Congress and the 108th Congress, we wouldn’t even be here right now, Mon- CHIP that aren’t signed up for it. So, lap dogs, we sometimes say here on the day. We wouldn’t even be here on a you know, over the course of the next 30-something Working Group rubber- Monday. People are paying our salary year or two, as we go through the over- stamp Congress, what have you, of the to legislate and to bring about the kind sight hearings, we are going to be able 109th Congress. We don’t want to be that. of oversight. to determine what programs work, I just want to point that out, because which don’t and which ones we need to I ran into one of my Republican colleagues in the tunnel walking from the Mr. RYAN spoke a little earlier of the fix. That is difficult to do. fact that we are actually doing, Ms. Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. We are Cannon building over to the House today for a vote and I asked how is a WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, what we told the going to be the Congress. American people we would do, Mr. Mr. RYAN of Ohio. We are going to certain piece of legislation. And she responded, well, you know, I have a post MURPHY, and that is lead. Six in 2006. be the Congress. That is right. We are Oh, it is a big dog and pony. It is not. going to be the Congress. office bill. I am not going to belittle, I have done a post office bill before; it is We are giving the American people exactly what we told them we would do, b 2230 good to identify outstanding Ameri- which is accountability. And that is a And, you know, it is not government cans. But I just want to make sure that paradigm shift for politicians here in is the problem, government is wrong, people understand, even here we have Washington, D.C. I yield to Ms. government is your enemy; it is going what we call suspension bills. Those to be, wait a minute. This is something WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. are bills that we all agree on but it has Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Thank that is supposed to work and we are to be passed by the Congress, Madam you, and it is. The other day I walked going to make it work. Speaker. into the Chamber, Mr. MURPHY, from Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. I see But what is happening now that has that end of the room, and I noticed Mr. MEEK is ready to jump in here. But not been happening, I go back to, I al- that there is a really huge, huge dic- we are going to be the Congress and ex- luded to this earlier, reading is funda- tionary on the Republican’s side of the ercise our role, our accountability, our mental. We know that some people Chamber which, quite honestly, it oversight, and be the legislative branch here in Washington, D.C. don’t bother doesn’t appear has gotten that much instead of the administration lap dog. to read newspapers, things of that na- use on their side of the aisle, because Because that is what this body was for ture; but we will leave that for another words like accountability and over- the last 6 years certainly. When Presi- day. Congress Daily A.M., National sight and checks and balances, and the dent Clinton was in office, it was the Journal. And I just want to read what things that have been with us through opposite. It was, let’s see what we can is going to happen tomorrow; today is American history, maybe they tore the do to torture the administration and Monday, what is going to happen on pages out that had those definitions or make it impossible for them to get Tuesday. I can tell you, usually this maybe they just chose to ignore them what they wanted done and wanted to would not be printed in this Congres- or just skipped over those pages when accomplish. sional Daily Weekly because commit- they were using it because, obviously Then, of course, President Bush tees didn’t meet. The Foreign Affairs we have a dictionary on the floor for a comes into office and it is like they all Committee only had one hearing on reason, but now, Mr. MEEK, just in lost their hands. They lost their hands, Iraq in the 109th Congress; thus far, Mr. great detail went over the number of they checked their brains at the Cham- LANTOS has had five hearings, and we different hearings that we will be en- ber door, and it was whatever this ad- are not even past the first month of the gaging in to exercise the oversight and ministration wanted. new Congress. This is still January. the accountability that the American And there is a new leadership in this Let’s see what is happening tomor- people badly are seeking that has just institution and 32 new Members, all of row. Armed Services Committee is been nonexistent. whom came here to step up to the plate going to have a hearing on Afghanistan And, Mr. MEEK, I want to touch just and ask the difficult questions and ex- security and stability. Armed Services quickly on one particular bit of over- ercise this body’s constitutional role, is going to also have a subcommittee sight that we are going to be engaging constitutional authority granted to us hearing on military personnel. The in on Wednesday. I have the privilege by the Founding Fathers, which hope- Budget Committee will meet on the of sitting on the House Judiciary Com- fully at some point our colleagues on economic outlook of the country in full mittee, and we will be holding our first the other side of the aisle will remem- committee hearing. Education and hearing of the 110th Congress on Presi- ber as well. Labor on generic discrimination of dential signing statements. Now, that I would be happy to yield to the gen- workers. That is happening. That is a is something that we really haven’t tleman. subcommittee hearing that is taking had a chance to talk about too much Mr. MEEK of Florida. Ms. place. Energy and Commerce will also on the floor during 30-something, but I WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, I think it is im- have a hearing on the National Labora- would like to explore it down the road portant, and Mr. MURPHY and Mr. tory Security, Oversight and Investiga- a little bit, especially after we hold RYAN, that everybody understand the tion Subcommittee. Oversight Govern- this hearing. reason we are here. We are going to ment Affairs and Reform Committee is Most of the American people, I think, play the legislative role. We talked going to have a climate change politics don’t realize that what this President

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I and 31. tion that we have adopted in both want to thank the Democratic leader- Ms. FOXX, for 5 minutes, today, Janu- Houses of Congress. And what he does ship for allowing us to have the hour, ary 30 and 31. is he adds a note essentially to the bot- and we yield back the balance of our Mr. ROHRABACHER, for 5 minutes, tom of the bill or to the margin of the time. today. bill next to a section that he doesn’t f Mr. FOSSELLA, for 5 minutes, today. agree with and he says: ‘‘I either re- f serve the right to not enforce this sec- RECESS tion or to interpret this section in this The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. ENROLLED BILL SIGNED way.’’ I mean, literally taking author- CAPPS). Pursuant to clause 12(a) of rule Mrs. Haas, Clerk of the House, re- ity for the executive branch that I be- I, the Chair declares the House in reported and found truly enrolled a bill lieve the Founding Fathers didn’t envi- cess subject to the call of the Chair. of the House of the following title, sion. I mean, he did that with the PA- Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 41 which was thereupon signed by the TRIOT Act, he did that with a number minutes p.m.), the House stood in re- Speaker: of significant pieces of legislation, Mr. cess subject to the call of the Chair. H.R. 188. An act to provide a new effective MEEK, and it is really, really troubling. f date for the applicability of certain provi- The executive branch in the Con- sions of law to Public Law 105–331. stitution does not have the right to in- b 2302 terpret legislation. That is not their f AFTER RECESS job. It is the Judiciary’s responsibility BILL PRESENTED TO THE to interpret legislation; it is the ad- The recess having expired, the House PRESIDENT was called to order by the Speaker pro ministration’s job to execute what is Kareen L. Haas, Clerk of the House laid before them by the Congress. Now, tempore (Mrs. CAPPS) at 11 o’clock and reports that on January 25, 2007, she he certainly has the right to veto legis- 2 minutes p.m. presented to the President of the lation that he doesn’t agree with, but f United States, for his approval, the fol- he doesn’t have a line item veto; he lowing bill. doesn’t have a line item veto in the LEAVE OF ABSENCE budget, and he can’t X out a portion of By unanimous consent, leave of ab- H.R. 475. To revise the composition of the sence was granted to: House of Representatives Page Board to a bill that he doesn’t like. And we are equalize the number of members rep- going to be holding a hearing on Mr. EDWARDS (at the request of Mr. resenting the majority and minority parties Wednesday, and we will have the De- HOYER) for today on account of medical and to include a member representing the partment of Justice representatives reasons. parents of pages and a member representing there to question very carefully where Mr. GUTIERREZ (at the request of Mr. former pages, and for other purposes. they think they get this legislative au- HOYER) for today on account of district f thority, and reassert Congress’s role in business. oversight in this one area and in many Mr. MCDERMOTT (at the request of ADJOURNMENT others, as you detailed. Mr. HOYER) for today and the balance Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Madam I guess we are in the wrapping-it-up of the week on account of a death in Speaker, I move that the House do now stage, because that is when the Web the family. adjourn. site chart comes out. I will be happy to Mr. CULBERSON (at the request of Mr. The motion was agreed to; accord- yield to our good friend and freshman BOEHNER) for today on account of offi- ingly (at 11 o’clock and 3 minutes colleague, the gentleman from Con- cial business. p.m.), under its previous order, the necticut. Mr. BACHUS (at the request of Mr. House adjourned until tomorrow, Tues- Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Thank BOEHNER) for today on account of ill- day, January 30, 2007, at 10:30 a.m., for you, Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. And the ness in the family. morning hour debate. guilt is deep inside me that I am steal- Mr. HASTERT (at the request of Mr. f ing Mr. RYAN’s thunder for twice in a BOEHNER) for today and the balance of row here. the week. EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Mr. RYAN of Ohio. If the gentleman ETC. would yield, life is about letting go. f Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Moving SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED on. communications were taken from the Mr. RYAN of Ohio. You have got to By unanimous consent, permission to Speaker’s table and referred as follows: move on. And you are the guy. address the House, following the legis- 464. A letter from the Principal Deputy As- Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. I am lative program and any special orders sociate Administrator, Environmental Pro- glad I can help you with that cathartic heretofore entered, was granted to: tection Agency, transmitting the Agency’s experience. (The following Members (at the re- final rule — Approval and Promulgation of WWW.speaker.gov/30something is quest of Ms. WOOLSEY) to revise and ex- Air Quality Implementation Plans; Designa- tion of Areas for Air Quality Planning Pur- where you can find information on a tend their remarks and include extraneous material:) poses; Arizona; Miami Sulfur Dioxide State lot of things we have talked about Implementation Plan and Request for Redes- here. I am here to work, Ms. Ms. WOOLSEY, for 5 minutes, today. ignation to Attainment; Correction of WASSERMAN SCHULTZ and I know there Mr. PALLONE, for 5 minutes, today. Boundry of Miami Sulfur Dioxide Nonattain- are about 40 other first termers who Mr. CUMMINGS, for 5 minutes, today. ment Area [EPA-R09-OAR-2006-0580; FRL- are here to do the same thing. Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, for 5 8270-3] received January 19, 2007, pursuant to Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Actu- minutes, today. 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on ally, not to be the teacher exercising Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, for Energy and Commerce. oversight over the freshman, but prob- 5 minutes, today. 465. A letter from the Principal Deputy As- sociate Administrator, Environmental Pro- Mr. DEFAZIO, for 5 minutes, today. ably give out our e-mail address, too, tection Agency, transmitting the Agency’s so people know where they can contact Ms. NORTON, for 5 minutes, today. final rule — Approval and Promulgation of us. Mr. RYAN of Ohio, for 5 minutes, Implementation Plans; Texas; El Paso Coun- Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. The e- today. ty Carbon Monoxide Redesignation to At- mail address is 30SomethingDems@ Ms. WATERS, for 5 minutes, today. tainment, and Approval of Maintenance Plan

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A bill to provide for the issuance final rule — Standards of Performance for BURTON of Indiana, Mr. MILLER of of a commemorative postage stamp in honor New Stationary Sources and Emission Florida, Mr. MCKEON, Mr. NORWOOD, of George Henry White; to the Committee on Guidelines for Existing Sources: Other Solid Mr. MCCOTTER, Mr. SENSENBRENNER, Oversight and Government Reform. Waste Incineration Units: Reconsideration Mr. FOSSELLA, Mr. TOM DAVIS of Vir- By Mrs. DAVIS of California (for her- [EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0156; FRL-8272-2] (RIN: ginia, Mr. GOODE, Mr. HENSARLING, self, Ms. WATSON, Mr. SERRANO, Ms. 2060-AN91) received January 19, 2006, pursu- Mrs. MYRICK, Ms. GINNY BROWN- MATSUI, Ms. LEE, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee WAITE of Florida, Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. FARR, Mr. STARK, Ms. ZOE LOFGREN on Energy and Commerce. TIAHRT, Mr. RADANOVICH, Mr. PITTS, of California, Mr. BACA, Ms. 467. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Mr. JORDAN, Mr. PENCE, Mr. BURGESS, SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. KUCINICH, Mrs. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Mr. REYNOLDS, Mr. DAVID DAVIS of TAUSCHER, Mr. BECERRA, Ms. SOLIS, of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- Tennessee, Mr. MARIO DIAZ-BALART Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. GEORGE MIL- partment’s final rule — Anchorage Regula- of Florida, Mr. HERGER, Mr. GARY G. LER of California, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. tions; Camden, Maine, Penobscot Bay MILLER of California, Mr. GERLACH, FILNER, Mr. WAXMAN, and Mrs. [CGD01-06-084] (RIN: 1625-AA01) received Jan- Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. GARRETT of New CAPPS): uary 16, 2007, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Jersey, Mr. CHABOT, Mr. BOOZMAN, H.R. 706. A bill to redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Mr. SALI, Mr. BAKER, Mr. WILSON of at 2777 Logan Avenue in San Diego, Cali- tation and Infrastructure. South Carolina, Mrs. BLACKBURN, Mr. fornia, as the ‘‘Cesar E. Chavez Post Office’’; 468. A letter from the Chief, Regulations BACHUS, Mr. STEARNS, Mrs. CAPITO, to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. SAXTON, ment Reform. of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- Mr. WELDON of Florida, Mr. RENZI, By Mr. DEAL of Georgia: partment’s final rule — Anchorage Regula- Mr. HUNTER, Mr. ROGERS of Michi- tions; Sabine Pass Channel, Sabine Pass, TX H.R. 707. A bill to establish the gan, Mrs. DRAKE, Mr. PEARCE, Mr. Mountaintown National Scenic Area in the [CGD08-06-026] (RIN: 1625-AA00) received LATHAM, Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky, Mr. Janaury 16, 2007, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Chattahoochee National Forest, Georgia, and JONES of North Carolina, Mr. KING- to designate additional National Forest Sys- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- ˜ STON, Mr. FORTUNO, Mr. WAMP, Mrs. tem land in the State of Georgia as compo- tation and Infrastructure. EMERSON, and Mr. BISHOP of Georgia): nents of the National Wilderness Preserva- 469. A communication from the President H.R. 699. A bill to amend title 28, United of the United States, transmitting a report tion System; to the Committee on Natural States Code, with respect to the jurisdiction Resources, and in addition to the Committee on the state of the Union; (H. Doc. No.110-1); of Federal courts over certain cases and con- on Agriculture, for a period to be subse- to the Committee on the Whole House on the troversies involving the Pledge of Alle- quently determined by the Speaker, in each State of the Union and ordered to be printed. giance; to the Committee on the Judiciary. case for consideration of such provisions as f By Mr. MCNERNEY (for himself and fall within the jurisdiction of the committee Mrs. TAUSCHER): REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON concerned. H.R. 700. A bill to amend the Federal Water By Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania: PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Pollution Control Act to extend the pilot H.R. 708. A bill to amend United States Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of program for alternative water source trade laws to address more effectively im- committees were delivered to the Clerk projects; to the Committee on Transpor- port crises, and for other purposes; to the tation and Infrastructure. Committee on Ways and Means, and in addi- for printing and reference to the proper By Mr. KIRK (for himself, Mr. LARSEN calendar, as follows: tion to the Committee on Rules, for a period of Washington, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- to be subsequently determined by the Speak- Mr. GORDON of Tennessee: Committee on fornia, Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. er, in each case for consideration of such pro- Science and Technology. House Concurrent ABERCROMBIE, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Resolution 34. Resolution honoring the life COSTELLO, Mr. INSLEE, Mr. MCHUGH, committee concerned. of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer in the field Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. ISSA, Ms. NORTON, By Mr. GALLEGLY: of organic chemistry research and develop- Ms. HIRONO, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Mr. H.R. 709. A bill to amend title II of the So- ment and the first and only African Amer- REHBERG, Mr. SAXTON, Mr. REYES, cial Security Act to restrict totalization ican chemist to be inducted into the Na- Mr. MCINTYRE, Mr. TAYLOR, Mr. agreements between the United States and tional Academy of Sciences (Rept. 110–4). Re- LOBIONDO, Mr. FILNER, and Mr. other countries to providing for appropriate ferred to the House Calendar. GRIJALVA): exchange of social security taxes or con- Mr. GORDON of Tennessee: Committee on H.R. 701. A bill to amend the impact aid tributions between the parties to such agree- Science and Technology. House Resolution program under the Elementary and Sec- ments, and to prohibit crediting of individ- 59. Resolution supporting the goals and ondary Education Act of 1965 to improve the uals under such title with earnings from em- ideals of National Engineers Week, and for delivery of payments under the program to ployment or self-employment in the United other purposes (Rept. 110–5). Referred to the local educational agencies; to the Committee States performed while such individuals are House Calendar. on Education and Labor. not citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent f By Mr. CUELLAR: residents of the United States and are not H.R. 702. A bill to authorize any alien who authorized by law to be employed in the PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS has been issued a valid machine-readable bi- United States; to the Committee on Ways Under clause 2 of rule XII, public ometric border crossing identification card and Means. bills and resolutions were introduced to be temporarily admitted into the United By Mr. NORWOOD (for himself and Mr. States upon successfully completing a back- INSLEE): and severally referred, as follows: ground check; to the Committee on the Judi- H.R. 710. A bill to amend the National By Mr. GILLMOR (for himself, Mr. ciary. Organ Transplant Act to clarify that kidney FRANK of Massachusetts, Mrs. By Mr. BARTON of Texas (for himself, paired donation does not involve the transfer MALONEY of New York, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. DINGELL, Mr. HASTERT, Mr. STU- of a human organ for valuable consideration; Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mr. DOYLE, Mr. PAK, and Mr. WHITFIELD): to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. GUTIERREZ, Ms. WATSON, Mr. SMITH H.R. 703. A bill to authorize the Depart- By Mr. PETRI (for himself and Ms. of New Jersey, Mrs. MUSGRAVE, Mr. ment of Energy to oversee certain safety, se- MATSUI): GEORGE MILLER of California, Mr. curity, and health functions of the National H.R. 711. A bill to amend the Elementary GOODE, Mr. ALEXANDER, Mr. FARR, Nuclear Security Administration, and for and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to en- Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. other purposes; to the Committee on Energy sure that participants in the Troops to FORTENBERRY, Mr. LAHOOD, Mr. and Commerce, and in addition to the Com- Teachers program may teach at a range of SALAZAR, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. AL mittee on Armed Services, for a period to be eligible schools; to the Committee on Edu- GREEN of Texas, Mr. PRICE of North subsequently determined by the Speaker, in cation and Labor, and in addition to the Carolina, Mr. PETERSON of Min- each case for consideration of such provi- Committee on Armed Services, for a period nesota, Ms. FALLIN, Ms. CASTOR, Mr. sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the to be subsequently determined by the Speak- UDALL of Colorado, Mr. CHANDLER, committee concerned. er, in each case for consideration of such pro- Mr. LAMBORN, Ms. CARSON, Mr. By Mr. BILIRAKIS: visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the HODES, and Ms. SCHAKOWSKY): H.R. 704. A bill to amend title 38, United committee concerned. H.R. 698. A bill to amend the Federal De- States Code, to reduce from age 57 to age 55 By Mr. SKELTON (for himself and Mr. posit Insurance Act to establish industrial the age after which the remarriage of the HUNTER):

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H.R. 712. A bill to amend the Military Con- Ms. SCHWARTZ, Mr. STARK, Mr. WAX- United States Constitution; to the Com- struction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year MAN, and Ms. WOOLSEY): mittee on the Judiciary. 2007 to correct an error in the enrollment of H. Con. Res. 46. Concurrent resolution de- 4. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of the law that resulted in the omission of two claring that it is the policy of the United the State of Louisiana, relative to Senate Army construction and land acquisition States not to establish any military installa- Concurrent Resolution No. 13 memorializing projects authorized in the conference report tion or base for the purpose of providing for the Congress of the United States to author- (House Report 109-702), and for other pur- the permanent stationing of United States ize Louisiana to lease closed interstate rest poses; to the Committee on Armed Services. Armed Forces in Iraq and not to exercise areas to private entities in order to provide By Ms. SLAUGHTER (for herself and United States control of the oil resources of services and products helpful or desira ble to Mr. REYNOLDS): Iraq; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, interstate travelers; to the Committee on H.R. 713. A bill to establish the Niagara and in addition to the Committee on Armed Transportation and Infrastructure. Falls National Heritage Area in the State of Services, for a period to be subsequently de- f New York, and for other purposes; to the termined by the Speaker, in each case for Committee on Natural Resources. consideration of such provisions as fall with- ADDITIONAL SPONSORS By Mr. THOMPSON of California (for in the jurisdiction of the committee con- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors himself, Mr. BOSWELL, Mr. LINCOLN cerned. were added to public bills and resolu- DAVIS of Tennessee, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. By Mr. CROWLEY (for himself, Mr. MOORE of Kansas, Mr. PATRICK MUR- KNOLLENBERG, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. tions as follows: PHY of Pennsylvania, Ms. BEAN, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. RADANOVICH, Mrs. H.R. 11: Ms. GIFFORDS. BOYD of Florida, Mr. CARDOZA, Mr. MALONEY of New York, Ms. MCCOL- H.R. 23: Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of Cali- CHANDLER, Mr. COSTA, Ms. HERSETH, LUM of Minnesota, Mr. COSTA, Mr. fornia, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. MOORE of Kansas, Mr. HILL, Mr. MELANCON, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. BERK- Mr. MICHAUD, Mr. WAMP, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- MICHAUD, Mr. POMEROY, Mr. LEY, Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts, Mr. fornia, and Mr. TIM MURPHY of Pennsylvania. SALAZAR, Mr. SHULER, Mr. TANNER, LIPINSKI, Mr. CAPUANO, Ms. WATSON, H.R. 42: Ms. KILPATRICK and Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. TAYLOR, and Mr. ROSS): Mr. KIRK, Mr. WEINER, Mr. STARK, H.R. 43: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. H.R. 714. A bill to establish reporting re- Mr. MCGOVERN, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, Mr. COHEN, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. quirements relating to funds made available ROTHMAN, Mr. LOBIONDO, Mr. MCNUL- MCGOVERN, Mr. CONYERS, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, for military operations in Iraq or the recon- TY, and Mr. PORTER): and Mr. GRIJALVA. struction of Iraq, and for other purposes; to H. Res. 102. A resolution condemning the H.R. 44: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. the Committee on Armed Services, and in assassination of human rights advocate and BISHOP of New York, Ms. CARSON, Ms. addition to the Committee on Foreign Af- outspoken defender of freedom of the press, SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. PAYNE. fairs, for a period to be subsequently deter- Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink on H.R. 45: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. RUSH, mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- January 19, 2007; to the Committee on For- Mr. STARK, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. PAYNE, and sideration of such provisions as fall within eign Affairs. Mr. KUCINICH. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. By Mr. REGULA: H.R. 65: Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. HOLDEN, and Mr. By Ms. WOOLSEY (for herself, Mr. H. Res. 103. A resolution congratulating JEFFERSON. ORTIZ, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. the Mount Union College Purple Raiders for H.R. 100: Mr. HARE, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. MAR- MCNULTY, Mr. WATT, Ms. BORDALLO, winning the 2006 NCAA Division III Football KEY, and Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Ms. LEE, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. BOSWELL, National Championship; to the Committee H.R. 137: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. REYES, Mr. on Education and Labor. ALTMIRE, Ms. KILPATRICK, Mr. THOMPSON of MCCOTTER, Mr. BOUCHER, Mrs. DAVIS By Mr. RYAN of Ohio (for himself, Ms. Mississippi, Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey, Mr. of California, Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. SUTTON, Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. WILSON of GONZALEZ, Mr. BUCHANAN, and Mr. SPRATT. HASTINGS of Florida, Mrs. CAPITO, Ohio, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. SPACE, Mr. H.R. 156: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. MCIN- HOBSON, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mrs. H.R. 169: Mr. NORWOOD. TYRE, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. SCHMIDT, and Ms. PRYCE of Ohio): H.R. 172: Mr. CLAY. COOPER, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. SCOTT of H. Res. 104. A resolution honoring and rec- H.R. 180: Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. GONZALEZ, Georgia, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Ms. HOOLEY, ognizing the life and accomplishments of the Mr. DOGGETT, and Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. MEEKS of New York, Ms. ZOE late Tom Mooney, president of the Ohio Fed- H.R. 191: Mr. NORWOOD. LOFGREN of California, Mr. BERMAN, eration of Teachers; to the Committee on H.R. 237: Mr. STUPAK. and Mr. CUMMINGS): Education and Labor. H.R. 241: Mr. PETRI. H.R. 715. A bill to provide funding for pro- H.R. 251: Mrs. CUBIN and Mr. GORDON. f grams at the National Institute of Environ- H.R. 269: Mr. KLINE of Minnesota, Mr. GOR- mental Health Sciences regarding breast MEMORIALS DON, and Mr. HALL of Texas. H.R. 271: Mr. POE. cancer in younger women, and for other pur- Under clause 3 of rule XII, memorials poses; to the Committee on Energy and Com- H.R. 312: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. merce. were presented and referred as follows: H.R. 321: Mr. BROWN of South Carolina, Mr. By Ms. WOOLSEY: 1. The SPEAKER presented a memorial of ROGERS of Alabama, Mr. EHLERS, Mr. NOR- H.R. 716. A bill to amend the Reclamation the House of Representatives of the State of WOOD, and Mr. UPTON. Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Fa- Louisiana, relative to House Resolution No. H.R. 328: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Ms. cilities Act to authorize the Secretary of the 6 memorializing the Congress of the United WATSON, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. BERMAN, Mr. Interior to participate in the Santa Rosa States to take such actions as are necessary FATTAH, Mr. KENNEDY, and Mr. HARE. Urban Water Reuse Plan; to the Committee to create a federal catastrophe fund; to the H.R. 333: Mr. GOODE, Mr. CUELLAR, Mr. on Natural Resources. Committee on Financial Services. MOORE of Kansas, Ms. HOOLEY, Mr. GEORGE By Mr. WU: 2. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of MILLER of California, Mr. FRANK of Massa- H.R. 717. A bill to encourage partnerships the State of Louisiana, relative to Senate chusetts, and Mr. GORDON. between community colleges and four-year Concurrent Resolution No. 16 commending H.R. 346: Mr. KLINE of Minnesota. colleges and universities; to the Committee and memorializing the Congress of the H.R. 352: Mr. KUCINICH. on Education and Labor. United States for passing the Domenici- H.R. 358: Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. HOBSON, By Mr. OBEY: Landrieu Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Mr. FOSSELLA, Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania, H.J. Res. 20. A joint resolution making fur- Act of 2006 providing for sharing of federal Mr. MAHONEY of Florida, and Mr. HOLT. ther continuing appropriations for the fiscal offshore oil and gas revenue with Louisiana H.R. 362: Mr. DAVIS of Alabama, Ms. JACK- year 2007, and for other purposes; to the for coastal protection and restoration, and SON-LEE of Texas, and Mr. WEXLER. Committee on Appropriations. congratulating the members of the Lou- H.R. 363: Mr. DAVIS of Alabama, Ms. JACK- By Ms. LEE (for herself, Mr. ALLEN, isiana congressional delegation upon their SON-LEE of Texas, and Mr. WEXLER. Mr. BERMAN, Mr. BISHOP of New successful efforts in the passage of this legis- H.R. 365: Mr. HILL, Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. York, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. BRADY of lations; to the Committee on Natural Re- HARE, Mr. ARCURI, Mr. SPACE, Mr. COHEN, Pennsylvania, Mr. CAPUANO, Ms. CAR- sources. Mr. TIAHRT, Ms. MATSUI, Mr. ENGLISH of SON, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. 3. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of Pennsylvania, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, and Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. FARR, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. the State of Louisiana, relative to Senate ELLSWORTH. FRANK of Massachusetts, Mr. Concurrent Resolution No. 23 memorializing H.R. 402: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania and GRIJALVA, Mr. HARE, Mr. HONDA, Ms. the Congress of the United States to adopt Mr. MCCOTTER. HOOLEY, Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, the Constitution Restoration Act, to limit H.R. 403: Mr. HALL of New York and Ms. Mr. KUCINICH, Mrs. MALONEY of New the jurisdiction of the federal courts and pre- SCHAKOWSKY. York, Ms. MATSUI, Mr. MCGOVERN, serve the right to the states and to the peo- H.R. 406: Ms. MATSUI and Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. MEEHAN, Mr. MICHAUD, Ms. ple to acknowledge God and resolve the issue H.R. 413: Mr. SERRANO. MOORE of Wisconsin, Mr. NADLER, Mr. of improper judicial intervention in matters H.R. 418: Mr. PAYNE. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. ROTH- relating to the acknowledgment of God, all H.R. 419: Mr. MORAN of Kansas and Mr. MAN, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. SCHIFF, as authorized by Article III, Section 2, of the WICKER.

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H.R. 423: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. H.R. 620: Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. MORAN of Vir- H. Res. 41: Mr. MICHAUD, Mr. COHEN, and KING of New York, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, ginia, Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California, Mr. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. ISSA, and Mr. POE. CLEAVER, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. BUTTERFIELD, Mr. H. Res. 59: Ms. HIRONO, Ms. SUTTON, and H.R. 446: Ms. SHEA-PORTER and Mr. MCNUL- MEEHAN, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. FARR, and Mrs. Mr. ROHRABACHER. TY. MALONEY of New York. H. Res. 64: Mr. HONDA. H.R. 455: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. H.R. 627: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia and Mr. H. Res. 67: Mr. MCNULTY and Mr. HINCHEY. CAPUANO, and Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. ABERCROMBIE. H. Res. 69: Mr. DUNCAN, Mr. KINGSTON, Mr. H.R. 457: Mr. BURGESS. H.R. 632: Mr. CALVERT, Mr. JOHNSON of PORTER, Mr. COLE of Oklahoma, Mr. JOHNSON H.R. 460: Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. JACKSON-LEE Georgia, Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Mr. LIN- of Illinois, Mr. PENCE, Mr. HENSARLING, Mr. of Texas, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, COLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida, and Mr. JEF- WELDON of Florida, Mrs. BIGGERT, Mr. BRADY and Mr. COHEN. FERSON. of Texas, Mr. WAMP, Mr. DAVID DAVIS of Ten- H.R. 464: Mr. CLEAVER. H.R. 633: Mr. BISHOP of New York. nessee, Mr. JONES of North Carolina, Mr. H.R. 493: Mr. WU, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mrs. H.R. 636: Mr. HENSARLING, Mr. SOUDER, Mr. BOYD of Florida, Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky, Mr. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. BERRY, Mr. MANZULLO, and Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of POE, Mr. BOOZMAN, Mr. FORBES, Mr. CLAY, Mr. HIGGINS, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. HARE, Florida. REHBERG, Mr. HALL of Texas, Mr. CRENSHAW, MITH Mr. SPRATT, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Ms. LINDA T. H.R. 649: Mr. S of New Jersey, Mr. Mr. CARTER, Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina, AYNE RADY SA´ NCHEZ of California, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. P , Mr. B of Pennsylvania and Mr. Mr. HUNTER, Mr. GRAVES, Mr. WILSON of CKERMAN MOORE of Kansas, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. BERMAN, A . South Carolina, Ms. FOXX, Mr. PRICE of H.R. 650: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. and Mr. LEVIN. Georgia, Mr. BOUSTANY, Mr. KUHL of New H.R. 651: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania and H.R. 502: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas and Mr. York, Mr. PETRI, Mr. BONNER, Mr. MCHENRY, Mr. HAYES. JEFFERSON. Mr. WESTMORELAND, Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky, H.R. 652: Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania, Mr. H.R. 509: Mrs. EMERSON and Mr. GERLACH. Mr. BROWN of South Carolina, Mr. KLINE of SOUDER, Mr. JONES of North Carolina, and H.R. 511: Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. RENZI, Mr. Minnesota, Mr. HASTERT, Mr. WALDEN of Or- Mr. BILIRAKIS. CUBIN, Mr. LAMBORN, and Mr. RADANOVICH. egon, Mr. NORWOOD, Mr. GOODE, Mr. H.R. 661: Mr. SPRATT, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. H.R. 518: Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. HASTINGS of Washington, Mr. ENGLISH of ENGEL, Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania, Mr. H.R. 521: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, Pennsylvania, Mr. MURTHA, Mr. BOUCHER, KUCINICH, Ms. HIRONO, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. Mr. ENGEL, Mr. CONYERS, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. Mr. WATT, Ms. KILPATRICK, Mr. MCINTYRE, MOORE of Kansas, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of HINCHEY, Mr. JONES of North Carolina, Ms. Mr. COBLE, Mrs. MYRICK, and Mr. MCCOTTER. California, and Mr. COHEN. WOOLSEY, Mrs. DRAKE, Mr. INSLEE, Mr. UHL H.R. 676: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. NAD- H. Res. 79: Mr. K of New York and Mr. HINOJOSA, Mr. HONDA, Mr. KANJORSKI, Mr. RTIZ LER, Ms. WATERS, and Mrs. MALONEY of New O . MILLER of Florida, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. FILNER, H. Res. 87: Mr. WICKER, Mr. FORTUN˜ O, Mr. Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. PAYNE, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. York. H.R. 677: Mr. STARK, Ms. HIRONO, Mr. KAN- ROGERS of Michigan, and Mr. UPTON. CUMMINGS, Mr. CLYBURN, Mr. DINGELL, Mr. JORSKI, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California, H. Res. 90: Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, SNYDER, Mrs. CHRISTENSEN, Mr. SKELTON, Mr. KUCINICH, and Mr. PAYNE. Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mrs. CHRISTENSEN, Mr. Ms. KILPATRICK, Ms. BERKLEY, Ms. SUTTON, H.R. 684: Mr. LANGEVIN and Mr. WEXLER. UPTON, Mr. CUMMINGS, Ms. LEE, Mr. HILL, Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Florida, Mr. KILDEE, H.R. 692: Mr. ROGERS of Michigan, Ms. Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. ELLISON, Ms. MILLENDER- Ms. SOLIS, Mr. LINCOLN DAVIS of Tennessee, SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. POE. MCDONALD, Mr. MEEKS of New York, Mr. Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Ms. H.R. 695: Mr. GERLACH, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. RUSH, Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsyl- BORDALLO, Mr. SERRANO, Mrs. LOWEY, Ms. CROWLEY, Mr. HODES, Mr. NADLER, Mr. SAR- vania, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mr. CONYERS, Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas, Mr. BANES, Mr. TAYLOR, Mr. CONYERS, and Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. HOLT, Ms. JACKSON-LEE of MCGOVERN, Mr. BRALEY of Iowa, Mr. SUTTON. Texas, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. AL KUCINICH, Mr. AL GREEN of Texas, Mr. UDALL H.J. Res. 14: Mr. VISCLOSKY and Mr. OLVER. GREEN of Texas, Mr. DINGELL, Mr. GUTIER- TUPAK AYLOR of Colorado, Mr. S , Mr. T , Mr. H.J. Res. 15: Mr. WU and Mr. WALDEN of Or- REZ, Ms. CLARKE, Mr. JACKSON of Illinois, Mr. SMITH of Washington, Mr. LYNCH, Ms. ESHOO, egon. MOORE of Kansas, Mr. VISCLOSKY, Mr. WYNN, Mr. COHEN, Ms. CARSON, Mr. BUYER, Mr. H. Con. Res. 5: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New Mr. MITCHELL, Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. ´ MARKEY, Mr. FATTAH, Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ York, Mr. KUCINICH, Mrs. CHRISTENSEN, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. NORTON, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. of California, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, and Mr. SCOTT of Virginia, Mr. MAHONEY of Florida, MEEK of Florida, Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Flor- WAXMAN. Mrs. DAVIS of California, Mr. TIM MURPHY of ida, Mr. PENCE, Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, H.R. 526: Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Pennsylvania, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. BOOZMAN, Ms. and Mr. BURTON of Indiana. OOLEY C NTYRE H.R. 545: Ms. H , Mr. M I , Mr. CORRINE BROWN of Florida, Mr. HARE, Mr. H. Res. 94: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. MATHESON, Ms. WATSON, Mr. CAMP of Michi- WALZ of Minnesota, Ms. HERSETH, and Mr. H. Res. 101: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, gan, Mr. BACA, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. UDALL BACA. Mr. ELLISON, Mr. PALLONE, Mrs. JONES of of Colorado, Mr. RENZI, Mr. THOMPSON of H. Con. Res. 7: Mrs. DAVIS of California and Ohio, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. California, Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. BOREN, Mr. Mr. DOGGETT. HINCHEY, Ms. WATSON, Mr. ROTHMAN, and Mr. OBERSTAR, Mr. WU, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of H. Con. Res. 9: Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Mr. ISRAEL. California, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mrs. MCMORRIS SCHIFF, and Mr. RUSH. RODGERS, Mr. CALVERT, Mrs. BONO, Ms. H. Con. Res. 20: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas f HERSETH, Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota, and and Mr. TIM MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Mr. MORAN of Virginia. H. Con. Res. 24: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas H.R. 547: Mr. HALL of Texas, Mr. LAMPSON, and Mr. MCDERMOTT. CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS, LIM- Mr. INGLIS of South Carolina, Mr. COHEN, Ms. H. Con. Res. 26: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, ITED TAX BENEFITS, OR LIM- MATSUI, Ms. HOOLEY, Ms. GIFFORDS, Ms. Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, Mr. ITED TARIFF BENEFITS JACKSON-LEE of Texas, and Mr. CHANDLER. HINCHEY, Mr. BUTTERFIELD, Mr. BRADY of H.R. 551: Mr. CULBERSON. Pennsylvania, and Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Under clause 9 of rule XXI, lists or H.R. 556: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. H. Con. Res. 27: Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. statements on congressional earmarks, MATHESON, and Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. BUTTERFIELD, Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. limited tax benefits, or limited tariff H.R. 566: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. WATSON, NORWOOD, Mr. WESTMORELAND, Ms. DELAURO, benefits were submitted as follows: Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mr. MEEKS of New York, Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, and Mr. OFFERED BY MR. DAVID R. OBEY and Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. GRIJALVA. H.R. 569: Mr. EHLERS and Mr. MCCOTTER. H. Con. Res. 30: Mr. ELLISON. H.J. Res. 20, making further continuing ap- H.R. 582: Mr. KUCINICH. H. Con. Res. 34: Mr. FATTAH. propriations for fiscal year 2007, and for H.R. 590: Mr. SOUDER and Mr. UPTON. H. Con. Res. 35: Mr. AL GREEN of Texas, Mr. other purposes, does not contain any con- H.R. 592: Mr. PALLONE, Mr. KUCINICH, and HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. PAYNE, Ms. MOORE gressional earmarks, limited tax benefits, or Ms. SUTTON. of Wisconsin, Mr. DAVIS of Alabama, and Mr. limited tariff benefits as defined in clause H.R. 608: Mr. FERGUSON and Mr. FOSSELLA. RUSH. 9(d), 9(e), or 9(f) of rule XXI.

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Vol. 153 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2007 No. 17 Senate The Senate met at 2 p.m. and was appoint the Honorable MARK PRYOR, a Sen- areas where Democrats and Repub- called to order by the Honorable HARRY ator from the State of Arkansas, to perform licans must work together to move REID, a Senator from the State of Ne- the duties of the Chair. America forward. ROBERT C. BYRD, vada. MINIMUM WAGE President pro tempore. It has been 10 years since the min- Mr. PRYOR thereupon assumed the PRAYER imum wage was last raised. During chair as Acting President pro tempore. The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- that period of time, the cost of food has fered the following prayer: f risen 23 percent, the cost of health care Let us pray. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY almost 45 percent, the cost of housing Almighty God, eternal and unchange- LEADER about 30 percent, the cost of gas 135 able, before whom the generations rise percent, and that is as of today. Of and pass away, guide the Members of The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- course, as we know, in the past, it has this body so that all they say and de- pore. The majority leader is recog- been much more than that. Congres- cide will be according to Your will. nized. sional pay has risen during that period Take command of their thoughts f of time by $30,000 per year per Member today. Provide them with words to SCHEDULE of Congress. But the minimum wage speak that will bring unity. Give them has stayed the same, $5.15. clarity for the hard choices they face Mr. REID. Mr. President, the Senate Today, a full-time minimum wage and strength for the stresses of leader- will be in a period for the transaction worker earns $10,700 a year, working 40 ship. Help them hear the cries of those of morning business until 3:30 p.m. hours a week. That is $6,000 below the in our world who struggle with pain, today. Senator DORGAN will be recog- Federal poverty line for a family of loss, fear, confusion, limitations, and nized for up to 45 minutes and Senator three. This is wrong. It doesn’t speak loneliness. SPECTER for up to 30 minutes. We will well of our country. At its heart, this Give our Senators the vision and resume H.R. 2 at 3:30 p.m. for debate debate is about fairness. willingness to see and do Your will. We only until 5:30 p.m. During this time, In America, we believe—I think we pray in Your loving Name. Amen. Senator SESSIONS will be recognized for should believe—a person working full an hour at 4 p.m. As a reminder to time should be able to live a life that is f Members, cloture has been filed on the not in poverty. A mother, a father who PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE substitute amendment to H.R. 2. and works hard and plays by the rules the bill itself. Therefore, Members have The Honorable MARK PRYOR, a Sen- should be able to feed, clothe, and raise until 3 p.m. today to file any additional ator from the State of Arkansas, led their children. Isn’t it better that we first-degree amendments. the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: have people who are engaged in work Currently, there are 23 amendments rather than welfare? The answer is yes. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the pending. I am told that the vast major- United States of America, and to the Repub- Mr. President, $7.25 might not seem lic for which it stands, one nation under God, ity of these amendments, after initial like a lot of money in Washington, but indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. review by the Parliamentarians, will be it would mean almost $4,500 more a ruled not germane or arguably not ger- year for the Nation’s working poor. f mane. The cloture vote on the sub- That is enough money for a family of 3 APPOINTMENT OF ACTING stitute amendment will occur prior to to buy 15 months of groceries, 19 PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE the conference luncheons tomorrow at months for their utility bills, 8 months 12 noon. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. of rent, 2 years of health care, 20 Mr. President, if I may say a few PRYOR). The clerk will please read a months of childcare, and even 30 words in addition, today we are going communication to the Senate from the months of college tuition at some to, hopefully, have a debate that will President pro tempore (Mr. BYRD). schools. be meaningful to the American people The assistant legislative clerk read Tomorrow we will have a cloture on minimum wage. This debate will be the following letter: vote on the minimum wage, and I sure completed tomorrow in many respects, hope this will be a good bipartisan vote U.S. SENATE, with a cloture vote on the substitute on cloture, so we can complete this leg- PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, Washington, DC, January 29, 2007. occurring tomorrow. The other debate islation quickly. To the Senate: we may get to this week is that dealing Senators have had time to offer Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, with Iraq. Both are issues past Con- amendments. As I said Friday, when is of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby gresses have neglected and both are enough enough? After 10 years, it is

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But hopefully next day or next week—we are going to need a policy that is worthy of their we can agree on a way to proceed move to Iraq, and that is a debate re- heroic sacrifices. They don’t need hol- through this without those many votes garding the proposed plan by the Presi- low speeches or inflammatory rhetoric. and arrive at a point where we can dent to escalate the conflict. We owe it They don’t need a rubberstamp. They come to some agreement as to how we to our troops who serve bravely to have need someone to ask the tough ques- should proceed in a reasonable, logical a real debate about the way forward in tions. They need a legislative branch way, so everyone has their opportunity that war. that will finally exercise its constitu- to express views on Iraq. We have a We are approaching 3,100 dead Amer- tional responsibilities. number of competing legislative mat- ican soldiers. I was watching the I, for one, am glad we have finally ar- ters we can vote on. It would seem to Lehrer ‘‘NewsHour.’’ They show, in si- rived at this point where Congress is me very likely it will take 60 votes to lence, pictures of the soldiers who have exercising its power. We arrived here pass anything, but at least if we set up died in Iraq. They do it every few days. because the American people demanded a responsible way to go forward, I I watched this Friday and was struck we exercise our power. think it would be more meaningful to by the number of women in this most In his State of the Union Address, the the body and to the American people. recent reporting of deaths who are pic- President asked Members of Congress I know my friend, the Republican tured there, who have been killed. to give escalation a chance. But the leader, will work with me. We will try They were not combat troops. They truth is, escalation is the same failed to do the best we can for the body were doing activities important to the President Bush policy that has already itself; otherwise, we will work through cause, such as driving vehicles. It is run out of chances. The President has the rules of the Senate, which will get hard to determine what is combat and escalated the war before, only to see us there but maybe not as quickly and what is not combat. A helicopter went the same results: increasing chaos, in- as conveniently. down and women were in that heli- numerable costs, and a civil war that is f copter. A helicopter went down yester- spinning out of control. day. I don’t know who was in it, but we Is there a war in Iraq that is civil in RECOGNITION OF THE know two Americans were killed. So nature? Of course. A marketplace REPUBLICAN LEADER we have to have a debate about the where people came to buy pets, to sell The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- way forward in the war in Iraq. pets was blown to smithereens, snakes pore. The Republican leader. In Washington, we hear a lot of rhet- crawling away from their cages. Chil- f oric about how the upcoming congres- dren taking tests were hit with a mor- REPUBLICAN COOPERATION sional debate emboldens our enemies. tar round over the weekend. And 600 in- To quote a headline that appeared in a surgents were gathered in an orchard Mr. MCCONNELL. Let me say to my lot of newspapers, this particular one where a battle that took 15 hours en- good friend, the majority leader, I was the Las Vegas Sun newspaper, it sued over the weekend. Is there a civil think we should be able to work our said: Those who peddle such deceitful, war? Of course, there is a civil war. Is way through some negotiations on the political talking points ‘‘need a lesson there chaos in Iraq? Of course, there is Iraq matter that will allow us to con- in civics.’’ chaos in Iraq. sider a variety of proposals that may As Mr. WARNER, the gentleman Sen- The President knows how the Amer- be forthcoming. With regard to the ad- ator from Virginia, has said in this de- visability of doing any resolution at bate, Senators are ‘‘trying to exercise ican people feel. Generals Abizaid and all, I think the Washington Post basi- the fundamental responsibilities of our Casey, when asked whether this esca- cally had it right last week when they democracy.’’ lation would be a good idea, told the Critics of the war also need a lesson President ‘‘no.’’ They were relieved of said they found it curious that we in history. If history has taught us duty. Prime Minister Maliki, speaking would confirm General Petraeus over- anything, it is that our country is face to face with the President, said: whelmingly, which we did Friday, 81 to strongest when all three branches of Mr. President, get American troops out nothing, and then turn around and pass Government function. Our country is of Baghdad. That is what the demo- a resolution saying his mission, in our strongest when this legislative branch cratically elected Prime Minister of judgment, has no chance of succeeding. is more than a rubberstamp. And, fi- Iraq told the President of the United I hope at the end of the day such a nally, our country is strongest when we States. The Iraq Study Group has so resolution will not be approved. Having have real, meaningful debate on issues told the President. And now we are said that, I do think this is the last op- of consequence on behalf of the Amer- going to have a bipartisan vote that portunity for the Iraqis to get it right. ican people. will tell the President the same. They need to understand that even There is no issue greater in con- There is no military solution in Iraq; those of us who are strong supporters sequence than what is going on in Iraq. there are only political solutions in of the President believe this is it. This To suggest that the former chairman of Iraq. With the vote, which will eventu- is their chance to demonstrate that the Armed Services Committee, a ally come, we will give the President they can function in this effort to quiet former Secretary of the Navy, a former another chance to listen, listen to the the capital city of Baghdad so it can marine, Senator JOHN WARNER, or generals, listen to the Iraq Study become a place in which political com- highly decorated Vietnam veteran Group, listen to the American people, promise can in fact occur. It is very CHUCK HAGEL, who on the battlefields and listen to a bipartisan Congress. difficult for that to happen when there of Vietnam saved his own brother’s The stunning part of this is the peo- are daily car bombings. life, would take any action to under- ple of Iraq don’t want us there. Polls With regard to the minimum wage, mine our troops and embolden the show that 70 percent of the Iraqis be- let me indicate, Republicans made a enemy—of course not—to suggest such lieve Iraq would be better off if we were pledge at the start of this session to co- is beneath any administration official out of there. So it is another chance to operate and that is exactly what we or Member of Congress, even though listen and change course. That is what have done. We passed one strong bill they both tried it. I think they should we hope will be the outcome of our de- and we are about to pass another by reexamine what they have said. It is bate. That will be the right result for keeping that pledge. Two weeks ago dangerous rhetoric, motivated more by the Nation, for our strategic interests, some of our colleagues on the other politics than events in Iraq. and for the troops. side started to dispute our commit- These two men are examples of this We will work with my distinguished ment to cooperation over the ethics not emboldening the enemy but our friend, the Republican leader, to try to and lobbying bill. One of my good

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It is iden- is, I think, fundamental that the had seen in 25 years as a legislator.’’ tical with legislation introduced in the Court’s work, the Court’s operation What made those observations particu- last Congress after having been voted ought to be more broadly understood. larly absurd is that on that same day, out of committee, and was voted out of That can be achieved by television. the very same day those quotes were committee on a 12-to-6 vote. It was pre- Just as these proceedings are televised made, the bill passed 96 to 2. viously introduced in 2005. It had a on C–SPAN, just as the House of Rep- Last week, many of our colleagues on hearing on November 9 of 2005 and was resentatives is televised on C–SPAN, the other side were reviving their reported out of committee on March 30 so, too, could the Supreme Court be charges of noncooperation after we of 2006. televised on an offer made by C–SPAN took up the minimum wage bill. One The essential provision is to require to have a separate channel for Supreme said Republicans don’t tend to vote for televising proceedings at the Supreme Court oral arguments. There are many a minimum wage increase. Another Court of the United States unless the opportunities for the Court to receive said we were putting up obstacles to Court determines on an individual this kind of coverage, to inform the basis that there would be an inappro- the bill so we wouldn’t have to act on American people about what is going priate occasion and a violation of the it. on so that the American people can due process rights of the parties. We passed a good ethics and lobby re- The thrust of this legislation is to participate in a meaningful way as to form bill and we are going to pass a bring public attention and under- whether the Court is functioning as a good minimum wage increase bill be- standing of how the Supreme Court of super-legislature—which it ought not cause of Republican support and be- the United States functions, because it to do, that being entrusted to the Con- cause Republicans insisted on a bipar- is the ultimate decisionmaker on so gress and State legislatures, with the tisan package for both ethics and lob- many—virtually all of the cutting edge Court’s responsibility being to inter- bying. That is the reason we saw an questions of our day. The Supreme pret the law. overwhelming vote at the end, support Court of the United States made the It should be noted that the individual on both sides of the aisle. It is only be- decision in Bush v. Gore, essentially Justices of the Supreme Court have al- cause Republicans insisted on a bipar- deciding who would be President of the ready been extensively televised. Chief tisan package for the minimum wage United States. The Supreme Court de- Justice Roberts and Justice Stevens bill that I expect at some point in the cides cases on the death penalty, as to were on ‘‘Prime Time’’ on ABC TV. near future we will see a similar vote who will die. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was on on that. We pledged cooperation, and It decides by 5-to-4 decisions so many CBS with Mike Wallace. Justice Breyer cooperation is exactly what we are of- vital cases, including partial-birth or was on ‘‘FOX News’’ Sunday. Justice fering in these early days of this Con- late-term abortion, deciding who will Scalia and Justice Breyer had an ex- gress. live. It decides the question of who will tensive debate last December, which is I yield the floor. be elected, controlling the constitu- available for viewing on the Web—and f tional decision on campaign contribu- in television archives. So there has tions. It decides the constitutionality— been very extensive participation by RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME again, and all of the cases I mentioned Court members, which totally under- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- are 5 to 4—on school prayer, on school cuts one of the arguments, that the no- pore. Under the previous order, the vouchers, on whether the Ten Com- toriety would imperil the security of leadership time is reserved. mandments may be publicly displayed, Supreme Court Justices. on whether affirmative action will be It is also worth noting that a number f permitted, on whether eminent domain of the Justices have stated support for MORNING BUSINESS will be allowed—the taking of private televising the Supreme Court. For example, Justice Stevens, in an article by The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- property for governmental purposes. Henry Weinstein on July 14, 1989, said pore. Under the previous order, the The Supreme Court of the United he supported cameras in the Supreme Senate will now proceed to a period for States decides the power of the Presi- Court and told the annual Ninth Cir- the transaction for morning business dent as illustrated by Hamdan v. cuit Judicial Conference at about the until 3:30 p.m. with Senators permitted Rumsfeld—that the President does not same time that, ‘‘In my view, it is to speak therein for up to 10 minutes have a blank check and that the Presi- worth a try.’’ each, and the Senator from North Da- dent is not a monarch. The Supreme Court of the United Justice Stevens has been quoted re- kota, Mr. DORGAN, in control of 45 min- States, again in a series of 5-to-4 deci- cently stating his favorable disposition utes and the Senator from Pennsyl- sions, has decided what is the power of to televising the Supreme Court. vania, Mr. SPECTER, in control of 30 Congress, declaring in U.S. v. Morrison Justice Breyer, during his confirma- minutes. the legislation to protect women tion hearings in 1994, indicated support The Senator from Pennsylvania. against violence unconstitutional be- for televising Supreme Court pro- Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, Sen- cause the Court questioned our ‘‘meth- ceedings. He has since equivocated, but ator DORGAN and I have arranged to od of reasoning,’’ raising a funda- has also noted that it would be a won- switch times. He graciously consented mental question as to where is the su- derful teaching device. to that. I ask unanimous consent that periority of the Court’s method of rea- In a December 13, 2006 article by I may proceed for the 30-minute special soning over that of the Congress. But David Pereira, Justice Scalia said he order that was already announced and that kind of decision, simply stated, is favored cameras in the Supreme Court that Senator DORGAN be recognized for not understood. to show the public that a majority of 45 minutes when my time is concluded. Or the Supreme Court of the United the caseload involves dull stuff. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- States dealing with the Americans In December of 2000, an article by pore. Without objection, it is so or- With Disabilities Act, making two de- Marjorie Cohn noted Justice Ruth dered. cisions which are indistinguishable, up- Bader Ginsburg’s support of camera f holding the statute on a paraplegic coverage, so long as it is gavel to crawling into the courthouse in Ten- gavel—which can be arranged. TELEVISING OF SUPREME COURT nessee and striking down the constitu- Justice Alito, in his Senate confirma- PROCEEDINGS tionality of the statute when dealing tion hearings last year, said that as a Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, I have with employment discrimination. They member of the Third Circuit Court of sought recognition to comment about did so on a manufactured test of con- Appeals he voted to admit cameras. He S. 344, which provides for the televising gruence and proportionality, which is added that it would be presumptuous of of Supreme Court proceedings. This literally picked out of thin air. him to state a final position until he

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Wittes article cites the Justice’s exten- Justice Kennedy, according to a Sep- The Supreme Court itself, in the 1980 sive extracurricular traveling, speak- tember 10, 1990, article by James decision in Richmond Newspapers v. ing, and writing, in addition to their Rubin, told a group of visiting high Virginia, implicitly recognized, per- summer recesses and the vastly re- school students that cameras in the haps even sanctioned, televising the duced docket as evidence that some- Court were ‘‘inevitable,’’ as he put it. Court because in that case, the Su- thing needs to be done to spur the He has since equivocated, stating that preme Court noted that a public trial Court into taking more cases. if any of his colleagues raise serious belongs not only to the accused but to If the Court were to be televised, objections, he would be reluctant to see the public and the press as well; and there would be more focus on what the the Supreme Court televised. Chief that people acquire information on Court is doing. That focus can be given Justice Roberts said in his confirma- Court proceedings chiefly through the without television, but once the Su- tion hearings that he would keep an print and electronic media. But we preme Court becomes the center of at- open mind. Justice Thomas has op- know as a factual matter that the elec- traction, the center of attention, arti- posed cameras. Justice David Souter tronic media, television, is the basic cles such as that written by Taylor and has opposed televising the Supreme way of best informing the public about Wittes would have much more cur- Court. Justice Souter has been the what the Supreme Court does. rency. most outspoken opponent of televising There was enormous public interest The commentators have also raised a the Supreme Court, saying if cameras in the case of Bush v. Gore argued in question about the pooling of the appli- rolled into the Supreme Court, they the Supreme Court in December of 2000 cations for certiorari. There were, in would roll over his—as he put it—over after the challenge had been made to the 2005 term, some 8,521 filers. Most of his dead body—a rather colorful state- the calculation of the electoral votes those are petitions for certiorari. That ment. But there has been, as noted, from the State of Florida and whether is the fancy Latin word for whether the considerable sentiment by quite a num- the so-called chads suggested or Court will grant process to hear the ber of the Justices as to their personal showed that Vice President Gore was case from the lower courts. As we see, views expressing favorable disposition the rightful claimant for those elec- the Court acts on a very small number toward televising the Supreme Court. toral votes or whether then-Governor of those cases. Only 87 cases were ar- The question inevitably arises as to Bush was the rightful claimant. gued that year in a term when more whether Congress has the authority to The streets in front of the Supreme than 8,500 filings were recorded, most require televising Supreme Court pro- Court chambers across the green from of those constituting cases which could ceedings, and I submit there is ample the Senate Chamber were filled with have been heard. And, the Supreme authority on Congress’s generalized television trucks. At that time, Sen- Court has adopted a practice of the so- control over administrative matters in ator BIDEN and I wrote to Chief Justice called ‘‘cert pool,’’ a process used by the Court. For example, it is the Con- Rehnquist urging that the proceedings eight of the nine Justices. Only Justice gress which decides how many Justices be televised and got back a prompt Stevens maintains a practice of review- there will be on the Court. It is remem- reply in the negative. ing the cert petitions himself on an in- bered that President Roosevelt, in the But at least on that day the Supreme dividual basis, of course, assisted by mid to late 1930s, proposed a so-called Court did release an audiotape when his clerks. But when the Court is ‘‘packing of the Court’’ plan to raise the proceedings were over, and the Su- charged with the responsibility of de- the number to 15. But that is a congres- preme Court has made available vir- ciding which cases to hear, it is my sional judgment. The Congress decides tually contemporaneous audio tapes view that it is very problematic and, in when the Supreme Court will begin its since. But I suggest the audio tapes do my judgment, inappropriate for the term: on the first Monday of every Oc- not fill the bill. They do not have the Justices not to be giving individualized tober. The Congress decides what num- audience. They do not have the impact. attention, at least through their ber will constitute a quorum of the Su- They do not convey the forcefulness clerks, and not having a cert pool preme Court: six. The Congress of the that televising the Supreme Court where eight of the Justices have dele- United States has instituted timelines would. gated the job of deciding which cases that are required to be observed by the There has been considerable com- are sufficiently important to hear to a Supreme Court when determining mentary lately about the Court’s work- pool. timeliness in habeas corpus cases. So load and the Court’s caseload. Chief We do not know the inner workings there is ample authority for the propo- Justice Roberts, for example, noted of the pool, but I believe it is fair and sition that televising the Supreme that the Justices: safe to infer that the judgments are Court would be constitutional. Hear about half the number of cases they made by clerks. Precisely what the There is an article which is due for did 25 years ago. level of reference and what the level of publication in May 2007 by Associate And, he remarked that from his van- consultation with the Justices is we do Professor Bruce Peabody of the polit- tage point, outside the Court: not know, but when an application is ical science department of Fairleigh They could contribute more to the clarity made to the Supreme Court of the Dickinson University, and in that arti- and uniformity of the law by taking more United States to hear a case, it is my cle, Professor Peabody makes a strong cases. view that there ought to be individual- analysis that congressional action to They have a very light backlog. In ized consideration. televise the Supreme Court would be the 2005 term, only 87 cases were ar- That also appeared to be the view of constitutional. Also, in that article gued and 69 signed opinions were now Chief Justice John Roberts, who Professor Peabody refers at length to issued, which is a decrease from prior said in a 1997 speech, according to a the legislation which I introduced in years. They have left many of the September 20, 2000, article in the Legal 2005 and says that it would be constitu- splits in the circuits undecided. Former Times by reporter Tony Mauro where tional and observes that: Senator DeWine, when serving on the then-private practitioner John Roberts A case could be made for reform giving rise Judiciary Committee, asked Justice said he ‘‘found the pool disquieting, in to more wide-ranging and creative thinking Alito about the unresolved authority that it made clerks a bit too signifi- of the role and status of the judiciary if the at the circuit level. Now Justice Alito cant in determining the Court’s dock- Supreme Court was, in fact, televised. characterized that as ‘‘undesirable.’’ et.’’ He further notes that: But that happens because of the lim- I would suggest that is an under- Televising the Supreme Court could stimu- ited number of cases which the Su- statement, to give that kind of power late a more general discussion about whether preme Court takes. to the clerks and, beyond that, to give other reforms of the court might be in order. There has also been concern, as noted that kind of power to the clerks in a He notes that: in an article by Stuart Taylor and Ben pool, where the individual Justices do

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Chief Jus- and one involving Tennessee which in- televising its proceedings unless there tice William Howard Taft, who was the volved access by a paraplegic to the is some due-process violation which is 10th Supreme Court Chief Justice and courtroom—dealing with exactly the considered on a case-by-case basis. the 27th President of the United same records. In the Alabama case, the When the article comes out by Pro- States, said that review and public Supreme Court declared 5 to 4 that the fessor Bruce Peabody in the University scrutiny was the best way to keep the act of Congress was unconstitutional. of Notre Dame Law Journal, I com- judges on their toes. And Justice Felix In the Tennessee case, exactly on the mend it to everyone’s attention. I have Frankfurter said that he longed for the same record, they decided the act was advance text, have cited some of Pro- day when the Supreme Court would re- constitutional. What standard did they fessor Peabody’s conclusions on his de- ceive as much attention as the World use? They adopted a standard on a 1997 cision that the legislation has very im- Series because the status of the Su- Supreme Court decision in a case portant public policy benefits and, as preme Court depended upon its reputa- called Boerne. In that case, the Su- he analyzes it, is constitutional. tion with the people. preme Court decided they would render I ask unanimous consent that the These are the exact words of Chief a constitutional judgment in a context full text of the written statement be Justice William Howard Taft: where Congress had legislated under printed in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Nothing tends more to render judges care- article V of the 14th amendment to pre- as if recited, and I ask that prior to the ful in their decision and anxiously solicitous serve due process of law where the introduction of that prepared state- to do exact justice than the consciousness challenge was made by the State that ment, my statement appear, that the that every act of theirs is subject to the in- the States were immune under the 11th comments I have made up until now telligent scrutiny of their fellow men and to amendment. The Supreme Court de- have been a summary of that more ex- candid criticism. cided it would impose a test of whether tensive statement, an extemporaneous Justice Felix Frankfurter’s exact the statute was ‘‘congruent and propor- summary, and the full statement fol- words were: tional.’’ This standard had never been lows. Sometimes people reading the If the news media would cover the Supreme heard in jurisprudence before that CONGRESSIONAL RECORD wonder why Court as thoroughly as it did the World Se- time, ‘‘congruent and proportional.’’ I there is so much repetition, and I think ries, it would be very important since ‘‘pub- defy anyone to say what those words a word of explanation that the initial lic confidence in the judiciary hinges on the mean in a standard which can be ap- public perception of it.’’ statement is a summary and the for- plied in a way which can be predicted mal statement is added would explain We have a continuing dialogue and a by lawyers and understood by State why the repetition exists. continuing discussion as to the role of legislators and understood by clients. I ask all of this explanation be print- the Supreme Court in our society. We In a dissenting opinion, Justice ed in the RECORD. Finally, I ask that have the cutting edge questions con- Scalia chastised the Court for being, in Senator CORNYN be included as a co- sistently coming to the Court. We have effect, the taskmaster of the Congress, sponsor. them deciding the issues of who will to see if the Congress had done its The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. live, who will die, what will be the sta- homework, whereas in prior cases the WEBB). Without objection, it is so or- tus of prayer in the schools, what will adequacy of the record was determined dered. be the status of our election laws, and by a substantial record and the Court There being no objection, the mate- through the vagaries of due process of would defer to the judgment of Con- rial was ordered to be printed in the law and equal protection, there are gress, which established, through RECORD, as follows: many standards which the Court can lengthy hearings and proceedings, a adopt. SENATOR SPECTER’S TALKING POINTS UPON IN- very extensive record. In talking to my TRODUCTION OF S. 344, A BILL TO PERMIT I was candidly surprised, in reviewing colleagues, those decisions by the Su- THE TELEVISING OF SUPREME COURT PRO- the recent Supreme Court decisions for preme Court undercutting congres- CEEDINGS the confirmation hearings on Chief sional power were not known. Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, once again I Justice Roberts and Justice Alito, to Then we have the Supreme Court seek recognition to introduce legislation find how far the Court had gone in being the final arbiter on what happens that will give the public greater access to striking down the power of Congress. It on Executive power, what happens at our Supreme Court. This bill requires the was 11 years between the confirmation Guantanamo, what is the responsi- high Court to permit television coverage of proceeding on Justice Breyer and the bility of the President of the United its open sessions unless it decides by a ma- confirmation proceeding on Chief Jus- States on military commissions, what jority vote of the Justices that allowing such tice Roberts. With our workload here, coverage in a particular case would violate is the responsibility under the Geneva the due process rights of one or more of the it is not possible, even with respon- Conventions. Here again, I respect the parties involved in the matter. sibilities on the Judiciary Committee, Supreme Court’s decisions, respect The purpose of this legislation is to open even with responsibilities as chairman their role as the final arbiter, but say the Supreme Court doors so that more Amer- of the Judiciary Committee, to keep up that there ought to be an under- icans can see the process by which the Court with the Supreme Court opinions. standing by the public. It may be that reaches critical decisions that affect this When I read United States v. Morri- there will never be a case which has country and all Americans. The Supreme son, where the Supreme Court struck more impact on the working of Govern- Court makes pronouncements on Constitu- down the legislation protecting women tional and Federal law that have a direct im- ment than the decision as to whether pact on the rights and lives of all of us. Tele- against violence on a 5-to-4 decision be- the Florida electoral votes would be vising the Court’s oral arguments will en- cause Chief Justice Rehnquist ques- counted for George Bush or for Albert hance the public’s understanding of the tioned our ‘‘method of reasoning,’’ I Gore in the famous case of Bush v. issues and the impact of, and reasons for, the wondered what kind of a trans- Gore. Court’s decisions. formation there was when you leave A prior version of this legislation I believe that now is the right time for this the Senate Chamber, where our col- came out of committee last year on a legislation. In his 2006 Year-End Report on umns are aligned exactly with the Su- bipartisan 12-to-6 vote. It has very sub- the Federal Judiciary, Chief Justice Roberts preme Court columns across the green, stantial cosponsorship. I urge my col- noted that ‘‘The total number of cases filed in the Supreme Court increased from 7,496 what kind of a transformation there leagues to consider it carefully. I urge filings in the 2004 Term to 8,521 filings in the was with method of reasoning that the distinguished majority leader to 2005 Term—an increase of 13.7 percent.’’ De- there is such superior status when look for a spot to bring such legislation spite this increase in petitions, during the going to the Court. Certainly I have to the Senate. 2005 Term, only 87 cases were argued, and 69

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These 69 signed cludes the article by exclaiming, ‘‘Quietly U.S. Chamber of Commerce as saying he’d opinions compares to 74 opinions in the 2004 our Supreme Court has become a sort of aris- ‘‘rather have a bad decision that’s clear than Term. tocracy—unable or unwilling to clearly see an OK decision that’s not.’’ According to A recent article by law professor Jeffrey the workings, glitches, and peculiarities of Bokat, ‘‘Ninety percent of the time, if you Rosen in The Atlantic Monthly points out the justice system over which it presides get clarity in a decision with a definitive that ‘‘Fifty-four percent of the decisions in from such great altitude.’’ holding, you at least know what your obliga- the first year of the Roberts Court were Mr. Taylor’s frustration with the Supreme tions are, and even if you don’t like the opin- unanimous’’ and ‘‘the Court issued more con- Court may have reached its zenith when, in ion you are much less likely to get in trouble secutive unanimous opinions than at any July of 2006, he coauthored an article with with litigation.’’ Bokat said Chief Justice other time in recent history.’’ I commend Benn Wittes entitled, ‘‘Of Clerks and Perks.’’ Roberts ‘‘gets this’’ and ‘‘understands the the Supreme Court and Chief Justice Roberts In this piece the authors suggest that ‘‘an importance of clarity’’ yet Bokat notes that for what appears to be an increase in con- exasperated Congress’’ should ‘‘fire’’ the ‘‘in order to get that unanimity the deci- sensus, as reflected in the unanimity in Court’s clerks by reducing the budget for sions tend to be more narrow [and] it doesn’t these cases. clerks from four (4) per justice to one (1). Mr. give you much advice on what to do going But I am concerned about the steady de- Taylor and Mr. Wittes cite the justices’ ex- forward.’’ cline each year in the number of Supreme tracurricular traveling, speaking and writ- I should also note that recent news articles Court full opinions; the number of cases de- ing, in addition to their summer recesses and point out the high Court has become more cided by the slimmest majority of five jus- vastly reduced docket as evidence that some- media friendly—even though the same arti- tices; and the number of opinions that have thing needs to be done to spur the Court into cles deem the prospect of televised pro- multiple dissents and concurrences that lead taking up more cases. According to the au- ceedings ‘‘remote.’’ A December 25, 2006 arti- to more confusion than clarity in the law. I thors, terminating 3⁄4 of the clerks would end cle by Mark Sherman observes ‘‘Lately . . . believe that permitting cameras into oral ar- the justices’ ‘‘debilitating reliance on some members of the court have been pop- guments is one way to shed light on the na- twentysomething law-school graduates’’ and ping up in unusual places—including net- ture of the work of the Supreme Court and to ‘‘shorten their tenure by forcing them to do work television news programs—and talking improve public awareness of the Court’s their own work, making their jobs harder about more than just the law.’’ Mr. Sherman workload, the Court’s institutional preroga- and inducing them to retire before power notes with some irony that then-Chief Jus- tives, and even judicial personalities. The corrupts absolutely or decrepitude sets in.’’ tice ‘‘Rehnquist could stroll around the public wants to know: Who are these judges I do not necessarily agree with Mr. Taylor court, unrecognized by tourists. Justice An- and how do they do what they do? or Mr. Wittes about what ails the Supreme thony Kennedy snapped a photograph for A January 7, 2007 article by Robert Barnes Court. I do, however, strongly agree with visitors who had no idea who he was and Jus- in the Washington Post observes that ‘‘After their observation that ‘‘Any competent justice John Paul Stevens was once asked to decades of decline in its caseload, the [Su- tice should be able to handle more than the move out of the way by a picture-taking preme] Court is once again on track to take current average of about nine majority opin- tourist.’’ The article suggests that despite its fewest number of cases in modern his- ions a year. And those who don’t want to the Supreme Court’s reticence about cam- tory.’’ The article notes that during his con- work hard ought to resign in favor of people eras in oral arguments, Chief Justice ‘‘Rob- firmation proceedings, Chief Justice Roberts who do.’’ erts believes its credibility will be enhanced observed that the justices ‘‘hear about half Shortly after Taylor and Wittes issued if the justices appear less remote.’’ the number of cases they did 25 years ago’’ their acerbic diatribe against the Court for Frankly, I agree with the view that mak- and he remarked that from his vantage point its failure to grant certiorari in more cases, ing the justices less remote adds to the outside the court, ‘‘they could contribute a September 20, 2006 article by Legal Times credibility of the Supreme Court. I also be- more to the clarity and uniformity of the reporter Tony Mauro observed that eight of lieve that public understanding may help law by taking more cases.’’ Similarly, during the nine sitting justices, including the re- heal some of the deep division and even cyni- his confirmation hearings and in response to cently confirmed Chief Justice Roberts and cism we have in some segments of our soci- questions from Senator DeWine, Justice Justice Alito, would continue to participate ety. This is why I’m introducing legislation Alito described unresolved splits of author- in the Supreme Court’s law clerk cert-pool. to permit cameras into oral arguments. As ity at the circuit court level as ‘‘undesir- Mauro describes the cert-pool as an ‘‘ar- our 27th President and 10th Chief Justice able.’’ rangement, devised in 1972, [that] radically William Howard Taft teaches, ‘‘Nothing The Barnes article posits six possible rea- changed what happens when a petition for tends more to render judges careful in their sons for the Court’s waning docket: (1) 1988 review or certiorari comes in to the court. decision and anxiously solicitous to do exact legislation passed at the Court’s request that Instead of being reviewed separately by nine justice than the consciousness that every act limits the Court’s mandatory review docket clerks and/or nine justices, it is scrutinized of theirs is to be subject to the intelligent (2) the change in justices over the past cou- for the pool, presumably in greater depth, by scrutiny of their fellow men, and to their ple of decades, (3) a decrease in splits among one clerk, who then writes a memo for all candid criticism .... In the case of judges the circuits due to an increasingly homoge- the justices in the pool.’’ Mr. Mauro goes on having a life tenure, indeed, their very inde- nous appellate judiciary appointed by Repub- to remind us that in a 1997 speech John Rob- pendence makes the right freely to comment lican administrations, (4) a decrease in ap- erts gave while in private practice, ‘‘he found on their decisions of greater importance, be- peals by the Federal government as a result the pool ‘disquieting’ in that it made clerks cause it is the only practical and available of more government wins in the lower ‘a bit too significant’ in determining the instrument in the hands of a free people to courts, (5) the ‘‘cert pool’’ process used by court’s docket.’’ keep judges alive to the reasonable demands eight of the nine Justices, which relies upon A December 7, 2006 article by Linda Green- of those they serve. law clerks to recommend which cases are house observed that ‘‘The Court has taken For their part, some of the justices have ‘‘cert-worthy;’’ and (6) the possibility that about 40 percent fewer cases so far this term expressed an openness to the idea of allowing justices on a closely divided court are hesi- than last. It now faces noticeable gaps in its a broader audience to see oral arguments. tant to grant certiorari if they think their calendar for late winter and early spring. Chief Justice Roberts, in addition to com- view will not prevail in the ultimate out- The December shortfall is the result of a ments about the court needing to appear less come of a case. I have no particular view on pipeline empty of cases granted last term remote, stated at his 2005 confirmation hear- the merits of these possible explanations but and carried over to this one.’’ Looking back ing upon being nominated as Chief Justice, they do make me increasingly curious about at last term, Ms. Greenhouse observed, ‘‘The ‘‘Well, you know my new best friend, the Court and its workload. number of cases the court decided with [former] Sen. Thompson assures me that tel- In a September 2005 article in The Atlantic signed opinions last term, 69, was the lowest evision cameras are nothing to be afraid of. Monthly, Stuart Taylor, Jr. suggests, ‘‘As since 1953 and fewer than half the number But, I don’t have a set view on that.’’ our Supreme Court justices have become re- the court was deciding as recently as the Justice Alito, at his Senate Confirmation mote from the real world, they’ve also be- mid–1980s.’’ Ms. Greenhouse goes on to note hearings in 2006, said that as a member of come more reluctant to do real work—espe- that 16 of the 69 cases—about 23 percent— the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals, he voted to cially the sort of quotidian chores done by were decisions with a split of five to four. admit cameras, but a majority of his col- prior justices to ensure the smooth func- On January 11, 2007, in an article by leagues rejected the idea. In response to a tioning of the judicial system. The Court’s Brooke Masters and Patti Waldmeir, the Fi- question I posed, Justice Alito said, ‘‘I ar- overall productivity—as measured by the nancial Times tells how ‘‘For years, the gued we should do it’’ but he went on to number of full, signed decisions—has fallen court declined to hear many cases that most qualify his personal belief by saying, ‘‘it by almost half since 1985. Clerks draft almost profoundly affected corporate America.’’ Ms. would be presumptuous for me to talk about all the opinions and perform almost all the Masters and Ms. Waldmeir note that 44 per- it right now’’ with respect to the Supreme screening that leads to the dismissal without cent of the Supreme Court’s docket this Court. Justice Alito pledged he would ‘‘keep comment of 99 percent of all petitions for re- term includes cases involving business, up an open mind despite the position I took on view. Many of the cases dismissed are the from 30 percent in the previous two terms. the circuit court.’’ sort that could be used to wring clear perver- Nonetheless, they note, ‘‘Far too often . . . Justice Breyer, during his confirmation sities and inefficiencies out of our litigation Supreme Court rulings cast as much ambi- hearings in 1994, indicated support for tele- system—especially out of commercial and guity as they resolve.’’ The authors go on to vised Supreme Court proceedings. He has personal-injury litigation.’’ Mr. Taylor con- quote Steve Bokat, general counsel of the more recently stated, at an event in late

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Finally, it has could undermine the court as an institution’’ precedents, have been joined by important issued a rare 5–2 decision in which Chief Jus- and expressed the hope that ‘‘eventually the cases like Hamdi, Rasul and Roper—all cases tice Roberts and Justice Alito took no part. answer will become clear . . . .’’ that affect fundamental individual rights. In In sum, since the beginning of its October Justice Stevens, according to a July 14, Hamdi v. Rumsfeld, 2004, the Court con- 2005 Term, the Supreme Court has issued sev- 1989 article by Henry Weinstein in the Times cluded that although Congress authorized enteen (17) decisions establishing the law of Mirror, appears to support cameras and he the detention of combatants, due process de- the land in which only five (5) justices ex- told the annual 9th Circuit Judicial Con- mands that a citizen held in the United plicitly concurred. Many these narrow ma- ference attendees, ‘‘In my view, it’s worth a States as an enemy combatant be given a jorities occur in decisions involving the try.’’ meaningful opportunity to contest the fac- Court’s interpretation of our Constitution—a Justice Kennedy, according to a September tual basis for that detention before a neutral 10, 1990 article by James H. Rubin, told a sometimes divisive endeavor on the Court. I decisionmaker. The Court reaffirmed the Na- will not discuss all 17 of these narrow major- group of visiting high school students that tion’s commitment to constitutional prin- ity cases, but will describe a few to illustrate cameras in the Court were ‘‘inevitable.’’ But ciples even during times of war and uncer- my point about the importance of the Court Justice Kennedy later stated that ‘‘a number tainty. and its decisions in the lives of Americans. of people would want to make us part of the Similarly, in Rasul v. Bush, 2004, the Court national entertainment network.’’ In testi- held that the Federal habeas statute gave EIGHTH AMENDMENT, DEATH PENALTY & AG- mony before the Commerce, Justice, State district courts jurisdiction to hear chal- GRAVATING FACTORS OR MITIGATING EVI- and Judiciary Subcommittee of the House lenges of aliens held at Guantanamo Bay, DENCE Appropriations Committee in March of 1996, Cuba in the U.S. War on Terrorism. In Roper Justice Kennedy pledged, ‘‘as long as any of v. Simmons, a 2005 case, the Court held that The first 5–4 split decision, decided on Jan- my colleagues very seriously objects, I shall executions of individuals who were under 18 uary 11, 2006, was Brown v. Sanders, which join with them.’’ years of age at the time of their capital involves the death penalty. In that case the Justice Thomas, in an October 27, 2006 arti- crimes is prohibited by Eighth and Four- Court held that in death penalty cases, an cle by R. Robin McDonald, is quoted as say- teenth Amendments. invalidated sentencing factor will render the ing, ‘‘I’m not all that enthralled with that Then on June 27, 2005, the high Court sentence unconstitutional by reason of its idea. I don’t see how it helps us do our job. issued two rulings regarding the public dis- adding an improper element to the aggrava- I think it may distract from us doing our play of the Ten Commandments. Each opin- tion scale unless one of the other sentencing job.’’ Justice Thomas added that if 80 per- ion was backed by a different coalition of factors enables the sentencer to give aggra- cent of the appellate process is wrapped up in four, with Justice Breyer as the swing vote. vating weight to the same facts and cir- the briefs, ‘‘How many of the people watch- The only discernible rule seems to be that cumstances. The majority opinion was au- ing will know what the case is about if they the Ten Commandments may be displayed thored by Justice Scalia and joined by Chief haven’t read the briefs?’’ Justice Thomas outside a public courthouse (Van Orden v. Justice Roberts and Justices O’Connor, Ken- went on to suggest the viewing public would Perry), but not inside (McCreary County v. nedy and Thomas. Justice Stevens filed a have a ‘‘very shallow’’ level of understanding American Civil Liberties Union) and may be dissenting opinion in which Justice Souter about the case. displayed with other documents, but not joined. Similarly, Justice Breyer filed a dis- On October 10, 2005, Justice Scalia, opposed alone. In Van Orden v. Perry, the Supreme senting opinion in which Justice Ginsburg an earlier version of my bill, stating, ‘‘We Court permitted a display of the Ten Com- joined. don’t want to become entertainment .... I mandments to remain on the grounds out- think there’s something sick about making side the Texas State Capitol. However, in Last November the Supreme Court decided entertainment out of real people’s problems. McCreary County v. ACLU, a bare majority Ayers v. Belmontes, a capital murder case in I don’t like it in the lower courts, and I don’t of Supreme Court Justices ruled that two which the Belmontes contended that Cali- particularly like it in the Supreme Court.’’ Kentucky counties violated the Establish- fornia law and the trial court’s instructions Yet a recent December 13, 2006, article by ment Clause by erecting displays of the Ten precluded the jury from considering his for- David Perara reports that Justice Scalia fa- Commandments indoors for the purpose of ward looking mitigation evidence suggesting vors cameras in the Supreme Court to show advancing religion. While the multiple con- he could lead a constructive life while incar- the public that a majority of the caseload in- curring and dissenting opinions in these cerated. In Ayers the Supreme Court found volves, ‘‘Internal Revenue code, the [Em- cases serve to explain some of the con- the Ninth Circuit erred in holding that the ployee Retirement Income Security Act], the founding differences in outcomes, it would jury was precluded by jury instructions from bankruptcy code—really dull stuff.’’ have been extraordinarily fruitful for the considering mitigation evidence. Justice Justice Ginsburg made a similar observa- American public to watch the Justices as Kennedy authored the majority opinion tion: ‘‘The problem is the dullness of most they grappled with these issues during oral while Justice Stevens wrote a dissent joined [Supreme] Court proceedings.’’ This com- arguments that, presumably, reveal much by three other justices. ment was in a December 2000 article by Mar- more of their deliberative processes than Other 5–4 split decisions since October 2005 jorie Cohen who noted Justice Ginsburg’s mere text. include United States v. Gonzalez-Lopez, support of camera coverage so long as it is These are important cases, but does the concerning whether a defendant’s Sixth gavel-to-gavel. public understand how the Court grappled Justice Scalia’s, Justice Thomas’ and Jus- Amendment right to counsel was violated with the issues? When so many Americans when a district court refused to grant his tice Ginsberg’s points are well taken. The get their news and information from tele- public should see that the issues decided by paid lawyer permission to represent him vision, how can we keep them in the dark based upon some past ethical violation by the Court are not simple and not always ex- about how the Court works? citing, but they are, nonetheless, very im- the lawyer (June 26, 2006); LULAC v. Perry, When deciding issues of such great na- deciding whether the 2004 Texas redistricting portant. tional import, the Supreme Court is rarely So I have to disagree with Justice Souter, violated provisions of the Voting Rights Act unanimous. In fact, a large number of sem- who appears to be the staunchest opponent (June 28, 2006); Kansas v. Marsh, concerning inal Supreme Court decisions have been of cameras in the Supreme Court and who fa- the Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments in a reached through a vote of 5–4. Such a close mously said in 1996, ‘‘I can tell you the day capital murder case in which the defense ar- margin reveals that these decisions are far you see a camera come into our courtroom, gued that a Kansas statute established an from foregone conclusions distilled from the it is going to roll over my dead body.’’ unconstitutional presumption in favor of the Many years ago, Justice Felix Frankfurter meaning of the Constitution, reason and the death sentence when aggravating and miti- may have anticipated the day when Supreme application of legal precedents. On the con- gating factors were in equipoise (April 25, Court arguments would be televised when he trary, these major Supreme Court opinions 2006); Clark v. Arizona, a capital murder case said that he longed for a day when: ‘‘The embody critical decisions reached on the involving the constitutionality of an Arizona news media would cover the Supreme Court basis of the preferences and views of each in- Supreme Court precedent governing the ad- as thoroughly as it did the World Series, dividual justice. In a case that is decided by missibility of evidence to support an insan- since the public confidence in the judiciary a vote of 5–4, an individual justice has the ity defense (June 29, 2006); and Garcetti v. hinges on the public’s perception of it, and power by his or her vote to change the law of Ceballos, a case holding that when public that perception necessarily hinges on the the land. employees make statements pursuant to media’s portrayal of the legal system.’’ It is 5–4 SPLIT DECISIONS SINCE THE BEGINNING OF their official duties they are not speaking as hard to justify continuing to exclude cam- THE OCTOBER 2005 TERM citizens for First Amendment purposes, and eras from the courtroom of the Nation’s Since the beginning of its October 2005 the Constitution does not insulate their highest court. As one legal commentator ob- Term when Chief Justice Roberts first began communications from employer discipline serves: ‘‘An effective and legitimate way to hearing cases, the Supreme Court has issued (May 30, 2006).

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THE JUSTICES HAVE SPLIT 5–3 FOUR (4) TIMES Scalia and Kennedy dissented and Justice preme Court to televise its proceedings. Such SINCE OCTOBER 2005 Alito took no part in the decision. a conclusion is not free from doubt and may FOURTH AMENDMENT WARRANT REQUIREMENT Not only lawyers who might listen to the be tested in the Supreme Court, which will In Georgia v. Randolph, (March 22, 2006), a audio tapes and read the full opinions, but have the final word. As I see it, there is no 5–3 majority of the Supreme Court held that all citizens could benefit from knowing how constitutional prohibition against this legis- a physically present co-occupant’s stated re- the Court grapples with legal issues related lation. Article 3 of the Constitution states that fusal to permit a warrantless entry and to their rights—in one case something as the judicial power of the United States shall search rendered the search unreasonable and straightforward as the right to own one’s be vested ‘‘in one Supreme Court and such invalid as to that occupant. Justice Souter home as it may be affected by unclaimed inferior Courts as the Congress may from authored the majority opinion. Justice Ste- mail—and in another the right of someone time to time ordain and establish.’’ While vens filed a concurring opinion as did Justice who is in prison to be heard by a court. My the Constitution specifically creates the Su- Breyer. The Chief Justice authored a dissent legislation creates the opportunity for all in- preme Court, it left it to Congress to deter- joined by Justice Scalia. Moreover, Justice terested Americans to watch the Court in ac- mine how the Court would operate. For ex- Scalia issued his own dissent as did Justice tion in cases like these. Regardless of one’s views concerning the ample, it was Congress that fixed the number Thomas. In Randolph, there were six opin- merits of these decisions, the interplay be- of justices on the Supreme Court at nine. ions in all from a Court that only has nine tween the government, on the one hand, and Likewise, it was Congress that decided that justices. One can only imagine the spirited the individual on the other is something any six of these justices are sufficient to debate and interplay of ideas, facial expres- many Americans want to understand more constitute a quorum of the Court. It was sions and gestures that occurred in oral ar- fully. So, it is with these watershed decisions Congress that decided that the term of the guments. Audio recordings are simply inad- in mind that I introduce legislation designed Court shall commence on the first Monday in equate to capture all the nuance that only to make the Supreme Court less remote. Mil- October of each year, and it was Congress cameras could capture and convey. lions of Americans recently watched the that determined the procedures to be fol- ACTUAL INNOCENCE AND HABEAS CORPUS televised confirmation hearings for our two lowed whenever the Chief Justice is unable In House v. Bell, a 5–3 opinion authored by newest Justices. Americans want informa- to perform the duties of his office. Congress Justice Kennedy (June 12, 2006), the Supreme tion, knowledge, and understanding; in also controls more substantive aspects of the Court held that because House had made the short, they want access. Supreme Court. Most importantly, it is Con- stringent showing required by the actual in- In a democracy, the workings of the gov- gress that in effect determines the appellate nocence exception to judicially-established ernment at all levels should be open to pub- jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Although procedural default rules, he could challenge lic view. With respect to oral arguments, the the Constitution itself sets out the appellate his conviction even after exhausting his reg- more openness and the broader opportunity jurisdiction of the Court, it provides that ular appeals. Justice Alito took no part in for public observation—the greater will be such jurisdiction exists ‘‘with such excep- considering or deciding the House case. It the public’s understanding and trust. As the tions and under such regulations as the Con- bears noting, however, that if one Justice Supreme Court observed in Press-Enterprise gress shall make.’’ had been on the other side of this decision it Co. v. Superior Court (1986), ‘‘People in an The Supreme Court could permit television would have resulted in a 4–4 tie and, ulti- open society do not demand infallibility through its own rule but has decided not to mately, led to affirming the lower court’s de- from their institutions, but it is difficult for do so. Congress should be circumspect and nial of House’s post-conviction habeas peti- them to accept what they are prohibited even hesitant to impose a rule mandating tions due to a procedural default. from observing.’’ It was in this spirit that television coverage of oral arguments and should do so only in the face of compelling MILITARY COMMISSIONS, GENEVA CONVENTIONS the House of Representatives opened its de- public policy reasons. The Supreme Court AND HABEAS CORPUS liberations to meaningful public observation has such a dominant role in key decision- In Hamdan v. Rumsfeld, a 5–3 decision in by allowing C–SPAN to begin televising de- making functions that its proceedings ought which Chief Justice Roberts did not partici- bates in the House chamber in 1979. The Sen- to be better known to the public; and, in the pate, the Supreme Court held that Hamdan ate followed the House’s lead in 1986 by vot- absence of a Court rule, public policy would could challenge his detention and the juris- ing to allow television coverage of the Sen- be best served by enacting legislation requir- diction of the President’s military commis- ate floor. ing the televising of Supreme Court pro- sions to try him despite the 2005 enactment JUDICIARY COMMITTEE HEARINGS AND ACTION ceedings. of the Detainee Treatment Act. A thin ma- ON CAMERAS IN THE FEDERAL COURTS My legislation embodies sound policy and jority of the justices held that, although the On November 9, 2005, the Judiciary Com- will prove valuable to the public. I urge my DTA states that ‘‘no court . . . shall have ju- mittee held a hearing to address whether colleagues to support this bill. Finally, I ask risdiction to hear or consider . . . an applica- Federal court proceedings should be tele- unanimous consent that the text of the bill tion for . . . habeas corpus filed by . . . an vised generally and to consider S. 1768, my be printed in the RECORD and I yield the alien detained . . . at Guantanamo Bay,’’ the earlier version of this bill, and S. 829, Sen- Floor. President could not establish a military ator GRASSLEY’s ‘‘Sunshine in the Court- Mr. SPECTER. I suggest the absence commission to try Hamdan unless Congress room Act of 2005.’’ During the November 9 granted him the authority through legisla- hearing, most witnesses spoke favorably of of a quorum. tion. This case was of great interest and cameras in the courts, particularly at the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The great importance, and was one of a handful appellate level. Among the witnesses favor- clerk will call the roll. of recent cases in which the Supreme Court ably disposed toward the cameras were Peter The assistant legislative clerk pro- released audiotapes or oral arguments al- Irons, author of May It Please the Court, ceeded to call the roll. most immediately after they occurred. The Seth Berlin, a First Amendment expert at a Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask prompt release of the audiotapes was good, local firm, Brian Lamb, founder of C–SPAN, unanimous consent that the order for but it would have been far better to allow Henry Schleif of Court TV Networks, and the quorum call be rescinded. the public to watch the parties’ advocates Barbara Cochran of the Radio-Television The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and the Justices grapple with the jurisdic- News Directors Association and Foundation. objection, it is so ordered. tional, constitutional and merits-related A different view was expressed by Judge Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, by pre- questions that were addressed in that case. Jan DuBois of the Eastern District of Penn- With due respect to Justices Scalia and sylvania, who testified on behalf of the Judi- vious order, I am to be recognized; is Ginsberg, watching the advocates respond as cial Conference. Judge DuBois warned of that correct? the Justices pepper them with questions is concerns, particularly at the trial level, The PRESIDING OFFICER. That is something that should be seen and heard. where witnesses may appear uncomfortable correct, for 45 minutes. 14TH AMENDMENT DUE PROCESS AND NOTICE because of cameras, and thus might seem f CONCERNING TAX LIENS ON HOMES less credible to jurors. I note, however, that VA HEALTH CARE In another 5–3 case, Jones v. Flowers, these would not be issues in appellate courts, (April 26, 2006), the Supreme Court consid- where there are no witnesses or jurors. Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, on Sat- ered whether the government must take ad- The Judiciary Committee considered and urday of this past weekend, I was in ditional reasonable steps to provide notice passed both bills on March 30, 2006. The Com- Minneapolis, MN, for some meetings. mittee vote to report S. 1768 was 12–6, and before taking the owner’s property when no- In the Minneapolis Star Tribune news- tice of a tax sale is mailed to the owner and the bill was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar. Unfortunately, due to the press of paper, there was on the front page a returned undelivered. The public can readily story that I read with substantial dis- understand this issue. In an opinion by Chief other business neither bill was allotted time Justice Roberts, the Court held that where on the Senate Floor. appointment and concern. I will relate the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands CONGRESSIONAL AUTHORITY TO LEGISLATE it to my colleagues. had mailed Jones a certified letter and it had CAMERAS IN THE COURT Kevin Giles for the Minneapolis Star been returned unclaimed, the Commissioner In my judgment, Congress, with the con- Tribune wrote a story: had to take additional reasonable steps to currence of the President, or overriding his This Marine’s death came after he served provide Jones notice. Justices Thomas, veto, has the authority to require the Su- in Iraq.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1263 The subhead is: We know the heavy toll war imposes to this Congress—much of it in top-se- When Jonathan Schulze came home from on these young men and women who cret briefings in this Capitol—intel- Iraq, he tried to live a normal life, but the wear America’s uniform and who an- ligence that supposedly buttressed the war kept that from happening. swer this country’s call. My colleagues Administration’s request that Congress The story is a lengthy one about a and I have all been to Bethesda and pass a resolution that would give them man who served in Iraq, was a marine, Walter Reed, and have visited the vet- the authority to use force against Iraq. very proud of being a marine, a combat erans who have lost arms and legs, who It turns out now that much of that in- marine. His name was Jonathan have had head injuries, especially, be- telligence was wrong. Much of it was Schulze. In Iraq, he carried a heavy cause the body armor these days means just fundamentally wrong. Now we machine gun as part of his combat ex- that the injuries more often sustained know that those who offered the intel- perience. He apparently indicated he are the loss of an arm or a leg or a ligence assessment to Congress knew had watched about 16 of his unit mem- brain injury due to the improvised ex- there were serious doubts about it even bers and close friends die in some very plosive devices. We know about the VA as they were offering it to Congress as aggressive fighting in Iraq, described health care system. The VA health fact. They are some of the highest offi- the battles. He was twice wounded, care system has been excellent in some cials in our Government. I wish I did earned two Purple Hearts, came back respects. It has gotten good reviews. not have to say that, but it is the to this country, was discharged, and But what has happened here? Are there truth. had very serious post-traumatic stress others who show up at a VA center and It was not good intelligence. For ex- disorder, severe psychological prob- say: I need help, only to be told no help ample, take the mobile chemical weap- lems. He couldn’t sleep, reliving the is available? I hope that is not the ons labs that we were told existed for combat during his sleep and then hav- case. sure. We now understand that was the ing flashbacks when awake. But I am going to ask the Inspector product of a single source of intel- On December 14, he went to the VA General to investigate this case and ligence, a person named ‘‘Curveball,’’ a center in Minneapolis, met with a psy- find out what happened. Is it happening person who was likely a drunk and a chiatrist, according to this news ac- other places? And what can we do to fabricator. On the basis of a single count, and was told that he could be prevent this from happening again? It source, whom the Germans, who turned admitted for some treatment in March. is the unbelievable cost of war. Curveball’s information over to our This was December. On January 12, a f country, thought not to be reliable or couple of weeks ago, he went to the VA likely not to be reliable, we were told ISSUES OF PRIORITY hospital in St. Cloud, according to this by this administration in briefings that account. He told the people at the VA IRAQ this was a case that would justify hospital in St. Cloud that he was Mr. DORGAN. This week or next going to war. thinking of committing suicide, think- week we will discuss once again the The aluminum tubes. We now under- ing of killing himself. His parents were war in Iraq—a war that has now lasted stand the aluminum tubes were not for with him at that point. They verify longer than World War II. President the purpose of reconstituting a nuclear that is what he told the VA hospital in Bush has indicated to the Congress and threat. We also understand there are St. Cloud. He was thinking of commit- to the American people he has a new those in the line of—well, I was going ting suicide, and he wanted to be ad- strategy. The new strategy he is pro- to say the chain of command—those at mitted as a patient. They told him posing is to move an additional 20,000 high positions in our Government they could not admit him as a patient. American troops into Iraq. This morn- today who knew there was substantial The next day, he called the VA, ing, the more recent polls suggest the evidence and disagreement from other called them back, and they told him President’s approval is at 30 percent. parts of our Government who did not that he was No. 26 on the waiting list. Polls also suggest the American people believe the aluminum tubes were for Four days later, he hung himself. This do not support deepening our country’s the purpose of reconstituting a nuclear young man who served his country involvement in Iraq. It is quite clear effort or nuclear capability in Iraq. honorably as a U.S. marine reached out that the Congress does not support it Yet, that information was withheld for help. According to his parents, who either. from the Congress, probably and appar- were there at the time, he went to a The decision by the President comes ently deliberately withheld from the VA hospital and said: I need help, I on the heels of the Baker-Hamilton Congress. want to be admitted, I am having commission that had some of the best Yellowcake from Niger: Again, an- thoughts of suicide, and he was refused. minds in this country—Republicans other case of almost exactly the same The next day, he was told he is 26th on and Democrats, old hands and younger thing. the list. people—who took a look at this, who It is the case that the Congress was I don’t know all of the facts about understand foreign policy, understand misled by bad intelligence, and the this. I only know the facts I have read military policy, and evaluated what American people were misled by that in a newspaper. But the story is nearly are the potential choices, and decided same intelligence. That is not me say- unbelievable to me. The newspaper de- that the deepening of our country’s in- ing that. It is Colonel Wilkerson, who scription of the flag-draped coffin of volvement in Iraq would be the wrong worked 17 years as a top assistant to this young marine who earned two Pur- choice. Colin Powell, the Secretary of State, ple Hearts fighting for his country in The blue ribbon commission told the who made the case at the United Na- Iraq contains a sad, sad story of a President it would be the wrong choice tions. Colonel Wilkerson, who was in- young marine who should have gotten to deepen our involvement in Iraq. Yet, volved in all that activity, spoke out medical help for serious psychological the President decided that is exactly publicly, and he said it was the ‘‘per- problems that were the result of his what he is going to do. petration of a hoax on the American wartime experience. It is important, I think, as we discuss people.’’ That is not me. Those are the I am going to ask the inspector gen- it this week and next week, to under- words of a top official who was in- eral to investigate what happened in stand this Congress will always support volved, who was there. Yet, no one has this case. What happened that a young the men and women whom we have had to answer for it, no one. man who was a marine veteran with asked to go to battle for our country. I Hearings. No oversight hearings by two Purple Hearts turns up at a VA would not support any effort by anyone the majority party in the last Con- center and says: I am thinking of com- to withdraw funds for our troops. If our gress. No one has answered for it. mitting suicide, can you help me, can troops are there, they must have every- Now we have a new Iraqi policy, new you admit me, and he is told: No, the thing they need to complete their mis- warnings about more danger in Iraq. list is 26 long in front of you? Some- sion and finish their jobs. But the fact But it comes at a time when there is thing dreadfully wrong happened. The is, in all of these discussions, I regret precious little credibility. We now find result is a young man is dead. What to say the President and Vice Presi- ourselves in Iraq, longer than we were happened here? Does it happen other dent do not have all that much credi- in the Second World War, in the middle places? bility. Four years ago they presented of a civil war. Most of the violence in

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The Iraqi peo- ditional soldiers available, job one for President has requested, all on an ple were able to elect their own Gov- this country is to eliminate the great- emergency basis, most of it for the war ernment. They were able to vote for est terrorist threat—the greatest ter- in Iraq. So we will debate and have their own constitution. That is done. rorist threat—described by the intel- great controversy, I assume, in the That is progress. But now Iraq is in the ligence chief the week before last as al- next couple weeks on the issue of a res- middle of a civil war. And to deepen Qaida. It ‘‘poses the greatest threat to olution dealing with Iraq. But con- America’s involvement in the middle of U.S. interests, including to the home- troversy is not a stranger to the floor a civil war in Iraq makes little sense to land.’’ He also says they are in secure of the Senate. me. hideaways in Pakistan. MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE What does make sense to me is to say I do not understand for a moment Mr. President, we have a provision on to the Iraqis: This is your Government, why the greatest priority for us is not the floor of the Senate today that not ours. This belongs to you, not us. to eliminate the most significant ter- should have been completed long ago And you have a responsibility now to rorist threat to our country and to dealing with the minimum wage. I provide for your own security. eliminate the leadership of the organi- mentioned the other day when I was Here is what General Abizaid, the zation that boasts about murdering talking about issues that come to the head of Central Command, said 2 Americans on 9/11. If that were part of floor of the Senate that butter the months ago. He said: the new strategy, I would be here say- bread of big interests, man, they float I met every divisional commander, General ing: I am for it. But it is not. through here like greased lightning. Casey, the corps commander, General There is not, regrettably, an easy an- We do not get it through fast enough, Dempsey, we all talked together. And I said, swer or a good answer with respect to at least in the last Congress. Do you ‘‘in your professional opinion, if we were to Iraq. The President described, last fall, want to give a big tax break to the big- bring in more American troops now, does it prior to the election, false choices. He add considerably to our ability to achieve gest interests in the country? Be my success in Iraq?’’ And they all said no. said the choice is between stay the guest. We get it through here in 1, 2, 3 course and cut and run. That was al- ‘‘I met with every divisional com- days. ways a false choice. Do you want to help the people at the mander.’’ ‘‘They said no.’’ We have to find a way to resolve this Now, General Abizaid, also in testi- bottom of the economic ladder, the and be able to bring American troops mony 2 months ago, said: people who make the beds in hotel home. It is just that simple. We have to rooms for the minimum wage, the peo- And the reason [his commanders said no to additional troops] is because we want the say to the Iraqi people: This country ple across the country in convenience Iraqis to do more. It is easy for the Iraqis to belongs to you, and you have respon- stores getting the minimum wage— rely upon us to do this work. I believe that sibilities. Meet those responsibilities. often working two, three jobs a day, 60 more American forces prevent the Iraqis We have responsibilities here at percent of whom are women, one-third from doing more, from taking more responsi- home—plenty of them—and we need to of whom are working at the minimum bility for their own future. turn inward to meet those responsibil- wage for the only income for their fam- In other words, the Iraqi attitude is: ities. That does not mean we should ily—well, then, you have some trouble if American troops can do the job, that pay no attention to what is going on because then it is going to get stalled. is fine. Let the American troops do the around the world. But we also need to That does not get through here quickly job. Our responsibility, it seems to me, begin taking care of things here at because that hallway is not clogged is to say to the Iraqi people: This is home. with people representing the folks who your country, not ours. Security is I was at a meeting in Minneapolis, a are making the minimum wage and your responsibility. And if you cannot listening session with American tribes working two jobs a day. provide for security, the American sol- this weekend. Let me tell you what one It is just a fact, and it is a shame. We diers cannot do that for any great fellow stood up and said. He was a trib- need to take care of some things here length of time. You have to decide al chair, a chairman of the tribe. He at home, and we need to do so soon. whether you want to take your country said: My two daughters are living in re- This minimum wage bill is not rocket back. habilitated trailers that were brought science, nor should it be heavy lifting Now, as the President says, his to our reservation from Michigan. for any of us here. It has been 10 years change in strategy is to move more They heat those trailers with wooden since those who worked at the bottom American troops to Iraq. I want to de- stoves. The trailers have no plumbing. of the economic ladder have had any scribe what John Negroponte, the head There is no running water and no in- adjustment in the minimum wage—10 of our intelligence service, said in open door toilets. This is in South Dakota. years. testimony to the Congress 2 weeks ago: Sound like something in a Third World I mentioned the other day, what Al-Qaeda is the terrorist organization that country? He said: One of my daughters about a ‘‘maximum wage’’? I am not poses the greatest threat to U.S. interests, has eight children. The other has three. proposing one. But I can tell you that including to the homeland. They live in donated trailers that came the head of one of the largest oil com- That is testimony from the top intel- from Michigan, with no water and no panies in our country, when he left his ligence chief in our country: Al-Qaida toilet. And they heat it with a wood company, was making $150,000 a day in is the greatest terrorist threat to U.S. stove. Sound like the United States? total income. Can you imagine that, interests, including to the homeland. No, it doesn’t to me. It sounds like a $150,000 a day? Then let me show you what he says be- Third World country. We have lots of Then when he left, the papers re- yond that. He says: al-Qaida ‘‘con- people in this country living on Indian ported, in addition to having made tinues to plot attacks against our reservations in Third World conditions. $150,000 a day, he got a $400 million homeland and other targets with the We are told there is not enough money parachute on the way out. Anybody objective of inflicting mass casualties. to respond to their housing, education, standing around here squawking about And they continue to maintain active and health care needs. That is wrong. that? No, no complaints about that. It connections and relationships that ra- We are going to have presented to us is the little guy, the person at the bot- diate outward from their leaders’ se- in a couple weeks another proposal for tom. After 10 years, there is great com- cure hideout in Pakistan. . . .’’ as much as $120 billion in emergency plaint about trying to move a bill Understand this is who attacked spending to deal with Iraq and Afghani- through the Senate that would give America: al-Qaida. They described it. stan. That will bring to roughly $600 them some help, lift that minimum They boasted about it. They murdered billion what we have provided for the wage a bit. We are told: You can’t do thousands of Americans. They at- war. But when we have needs here at that without giving corporations a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1265 break. I guess I don’t understand the the Chinese and Bangladeshis, with Here is a report from the Govern- priorities. Some of the suggestions Chinese textiles, being put in sweat- ment Accountability Office. It was that have been described, expensing for shops in northern Jordan to produce done at my request and, I believe, that small business, I support that, but it products to ship into this country. of Senator LEVIN as well. The report has nothing to do with this bill. We Some were working 40-hour shifts, not showed the number of large Federal will almost certainly do it in other cir- a 40-hour week, 40 hours at a time. contractors who do business with the cumstances. We have done it before. Some weren’t paid for months. And Federal Government—that is, they But why should we hold hostage a bill then when they were paid, they were want to benefit from having contracts that deals with a whole lot of folks who paid a pittance. Some were beaten. with the Federal Government—who set work hard all day long and for very lit- Do we want that kind of product up offshore subsidiaries in tax-haven tle money, not $150,000 a day but maybe coming into this country? Is that countries to avoid paying U.S. taxes. $44 a day, because of those who have an whom we want American workers to The very companies that benefit from appetite for additional tax breaks? I compete with? I don’t think so. This doing business with the Federal Gov- don’t understand that. legislation is a first baby step toward ernment in getting contracts are set- SWEATSHOP ABUSES some sanity in trying to make sure ting up offshore tax haven companies My point is, there is so much to do. that what we are purchasing on the to avoid paying U.S. taxes. That is un- I wish to talk for a moment about a store shelves in our country is not the believable. It ought to stop. couple of other items that relate to product of sweatshop labor overseas. I have introduced legislation—I this. I introduced a bill last week with We define what sweatshop labor is, should call it the Ugland House Act, some of my colleagues to try to stop what sweatshop conditions are. We es- now that I think about it—that shuts sweatshop abuses overseas, products tablish a provision by the Federal down that opportunity. This bill can shut down in a moment the oppor- made overseas in sweatshop conditions Trade Commission to enforce, and we tunity for companies to decide they and sent into this country to compete also allow American companies who want all the benefits America has to unfairly against American workers. are forced to compete against this un- offer them, but they don’t want the re- The fact is, American workers are fairness to take action in American losing their jobs because there is so sponsibility of paying taxes. My hope is courts to seek recompense for the dam- much outsourcing to foreign countries. that this bill, which is cosponsored by ages. Senators LEVIN and FEINGOLD, will be American jobs are being shipped to for- My hope is Congress will pass this. It dealt with by the Senate Finance Com- eign countries. The very people in this is bipartisan. It relates to exactly the Chamber who are reluctant to increase mittee and the full Senate in the days same thing we are talking about for the minimum wage and are holding us and weeks ahead. people in this country who work on the up are the same people who have voted FAST TRACK AUTHORITY minimum wage. when I have offered four times a simple Last week, I also introduced a piece One final point, if I might. We are amendment that says: Let’s stop giving told this week that the President Bush of legislation that deals with this large tax breaks to U.S. companies will be asking the Congress for some- building. This is a picture of a little that ship American jobs overseas. thing called fast-track authority. Al- white building on Church Street in the Can you think of anything more per- though the Constitution provides Con- Cayman Islands. It is called the Ugland nicious than deciding, let’s figure out gress the right to regulate foreign com- House. It is five stories. According to what we have to do in America; let’s merce—it is a constitutional responsi- some enterprising investigative report- give a big, fat tax break to a company bility of the Congress—the Congress ing done by David Evans of Bloomberg, that would fire their workers, lock has, in the past, given the President this building is actually home to 12,748 their manufacturing plant, shut the something called fast track, which corporations. It doesn’t look like it lights off and move the jobs overseas? says: Mr. President, you go out and ne- They move the jobs overseas, manufac- could house 12,748 corporations. It is a gotiate trade agreements in secret and ture a product in Sri Lanka or Ban- five-story stucco building in the Cay- then you bring them back and we will gladesh and ship it back here and they man Islands, and it is what lawyers have an expedited procedure. And we get a big, fat tax break out of this Con- have allowed to become legal fiction so will require that no Senator be allowed gress. That is unbelievable to me. We that companies could create a legal ad- to offer any amendments, no matter can’t get that repealed. And we can’t, dress in this little white building. It is what you have negotiated. on the other edge of the sword, get the their tax haven Cayman Island address I don’t support fast-track authoriza- minimum wage increased. Boy, that so they can avoid paying taxes. Isn’t tion. I didn’t support it for President slices the wrong direction. There is that something? Twelve thousand Clinton. I don’t support it for this something fundamentally wrong with seven hundred forty-eight companies President. This President has had it for that system. call this place home. We ought to stop 6 years over my objection. He is at- I introduced legislation called the it. tempting to now get an extension of it Decent Working Conditions and Fair I have introduced legislation to stop by the end of June 30. I intend—and I Competition Act that sets up a cir- it, to say this: When U.S. companies am sure a number of my colleagues cumstance so that at least if compa- want to set up a subsidiary in a tax- with whom I have spoken intend—to nies are going overseas to find sweat- haven country, if they are not doing aggressively resist it. I am for trade shop conditions, hire a bunch of people substantial business activity in that and plenty of it. But I am for fair who will work for 20 or 30 cents an hour country, then they have created a legal trade. I demand fair trade. This notion and then produce a product and ship it fiction, and it will not be considered of a trade policy that has an $800 bil- back here, at least we could try to stop legal for us. lion trade deficit is an unbelievable them. There is a lot of dispute about They will be taxed as if they never failure. No one can describe it as a suc- trade and the conditions of employ- left our country. We can shut this down cess for this country. ment. I think we could all agree that like that. If this Congress has the will, It is time to have a fair debate about American workers should not have to we can shut down these tax havens in a trade, what strengthens America and compete against the product of prison moment. And we should. Everybody what weakens it, what are the condi- labor in China. I think we could all else is paying taxes. It will be April tions under which we participate in the agree that if somebody is making socks 15th in a couple months. The American global economy? We have a right to in a Chinese prison, that is not fair people work. They pay taxes and sup- participate the way we choose. We have competition for an American worker. port the Government for the cost of been told in recent years that the way So we don’t have Chinese prison labor roads and bridges and health care, all to participate in the global economy is products come into this country. What the things we do together, the National to engage in a race to the bottom. If about the product of sweatshop labor, Institutes of Health, and our national American workers can’t compete with where people are brought into sweat- defense. So they pay taxes. It is just somebody making 36 cents an hour, shops? that there are some in this country that is tough luck. I will cite an example: A sweatshop who decide they don’t want to partici- I have often told stories about the in northern Jordan, airplanes flying in pate. They don’t want to pay taxes. companies and the stories of struggle

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It seems to me underground to dig coal should be paid believably dependent on foreign that it would make some sense for us a fair wage and ought to be able to sources of oil. The bulk of our oil to find a way to get the best of what work in a safe workplace. For that, he comes from outside of our country, both sides have to offer in these discus- was shot 54 times. Over a century, well over 60 percent. We are dependent sions rather than the worst of each. I going back to the early 1900s, we have on the Saudis and the Kuwaitis, the hope in the coming days we can at created the standards of work. We lift- Iraqis, the Venezuelans, and others for least clear away the bill on the floor so ed America. We expanded the middle oil. It is unhealthy. we can move to other issues. class. We said: We will put in place fair We need to make a major commit- Last week, Senator KENNEDY gave a labor standards, child labor provisions, ment to renewable energy. What we pretty animated presentation about his safe workplace rules. We are going to have done in energy is pretty much frustration with the day after day after lift America up. We are going to ex- what we have done in too many areas. day digging in the heels of this Cham- pand the opportunity for health care. We put in place, in 1916, permanent ro- ber to stop or delay the passage of a We will have good jobs that pay well. bust tax incentives to incentivize the minimum wage. Again, I just walked We will give people the right to orga- production of oil It has been in place through the halls coming over here. nize. We did all of that. We created the for 90 years. In 1992, we said: You know They are not filled with people rep- broadest middle class in the world and what, let’s boost the production of re- resenting the workers at the bottom. an economic engine that is unparal- newable energy, so we put in place a We should represent those workers. We leled. production tax credit—temporary and have that responsibility. We have the Now we are told it is a new day. We rather narrow. It has been extended responsibility to do the right thing, should compete. If there is a woman short term five times and allowed to and after 10 long years, it is the right named ‘‘Saditia’’ in Indonesia making expire three times. There has been vir- thing to pass this minimum wage bill shoes and she makes 21 cents an hour tually no consistent commitment to and not hold it hostage for other issues and we can’t compete with that, that is renewable energy. It has been on again/ and other agendas. We will have plenty tough luck. If we have people in China off again, like a switch. That is not a of opportunity with amendments that making 33 cents an hour producing commitment. have nothing to do with this bill; we If you are going to commit as a coun- Huffy bicycles that used to be produced will have the opportunity to offer try to move in a direction on energy, here and we can’t compete with that, them. But not now. Don’t hold a bill whether it is renewable, biofuels, or tough luck. If the Radio Flyer little hostage that would help those working hydrogen fuel cells, you should make a red wagon that used to be produced in two and three jobs a day trying to take commitment and say: Here is where Chicago went to China, it was because care of their families. the country is headed, where we intend we can’t compete with Chinese work- I yield the floor. to be in 10 years, and we are going to ers. If Pennsylvania House furniture The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- give a tax incentive for 10 years for the left Pennsylvania and they now ship ator from Massachusetts is recognized. production of these renewable fuels. the wood to China and then ship the Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, I un- You should have targets and time- furniture back, those workers in Penn- derstand the Senator from Arizona tables. That hasn’t been the case. It sylvania should not complain because wanted to address the Senate. We also has been a rather limited, tepid, minia- they couldn’t compete with Chinese have, as I understand it, a request from ture kind of provision that is turned off workers. It doesn’t matter to me the Senator from Alabama to speak again and on again, a stutter-stop ap- whether it is Chinese workers or Sri from 4 to 5. So I would like to, if I proach that tells investors: Don’t rely Lanka or Bangladeshi. The fact is, we could, speak and I will yield before 4 on this because this Government isn’t are seeing a diminished standard in and request that the Senator from Ala- committed to it. We need to do better. which we are racing to the bottom. bama be delayed by a little. I think we I hope this year we can decide, as the were scheduled to come back to the I read in the paper this weekend an President asked for in his State of the minimum wage now. I don’t mind op-ed piece. Somebody was asking: Union Address, on a much more robust starting 5 minutes after that. I would What is everybody complaining about? commitment to renewable energy. be glad to go 5 minutes early and make Things are great. Having said that, let me point out, a request that we delay Senator SES- Wages and salaries are the way most under this President and previous SIONS’ 5 minutes, and then the Senator people get their income. They are the Presidents, the amount of money we from Arizona would have 10 minutes. I lowest percentage of gross domestic have committed to the renewable en- see my other friend here. It is going to product since they started keeping ergy area. We have laboratories, renew- get complicated after this. Senator score in 1947. We added 5 million people able energy laboratories, whose fund- SESSIONS, I think, is to be recognized. to the poverty rolls in the last 6 years. ing dropped consistently. Again, it is Mr. KYL. Mr. President, if I may re- Everything is great. Probably for some. one thing to say something and have a spond to the Senator, I would like to Maybe the guy who is making $100,000 a goal; it is another thing to decide you get in, and I will ask unanimous con- day running an oil company but not for are going to take steps to meet the sent to speak as in morning business the person working three jobs at a min- goal. We have not done that. for 10 minutes. I don’t know where Sen- imum wage who hasn’t been boosted So, Mr. President, I have said a lot ator SESSIONS is. I gather it would be for 10 years, not to Natasha Humphrey. about a lot of things because we are fine if he is delayed for 5 minutes. I She did everything. She went to Stan- facing a lot of things that, in many don’t know what Senator CORNYN’s in- ford, an African-American woman, got ways, are related, including the war in tentions are. her degree, went to work for a tech- Iraq, the international challenges. All Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask nology company. Her last job was to of us want the same thing for our coun- unanimous consent to be recognized train her replacement, an engineer try. We all want this country to suc- following Senator KENNEDY and Sen- from India who would work for one- ceed and do well. I don’t think there is ator KYL for no more than 5 minutes. fifth the cost of an engineer in the a difference in goals. We will have The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without United States. So things aren’t so sharp debate in the next 2 weeks, but I objection, it is so ordered. great for everybody. When you have a don’t believe there is a difference in Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, I per- $700 billion-a-year trade deficit, over the goals we have. I suspect everybody sonally don’t have any objection. As I $250 billion a year with China alone, I in this Chamber wants very much for understood it, as part of the general say you better pay attention. You bet- the Iraq war to be over, for our troops agreement on the minimum wage, Sen- ter get it straight. to be home, and for stability to exist in ator SESSIONS would be recognized at 4.

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Mr. President, I ask unani- No. 100), to increase the Federal minimum Division IV of Sessions (for Kyl) amend- mous consent to speak as in morning wage by an amount that is based on applica- ment No. 210 (to amendment No. 100), to pro- business. ble State minimum wages. vided for the permanent extension of in- Mr. KENNEDY. Well, Mr. President, I DeMint amendment No. 159 (to amendment creasing expensing for small businesses, the intend to talk now. No. 100), to protect individuals from having depreciation treatment of leasehold, res- Mr. KYL. I am sorry. I thought I their money involuntarily collected and used taurant, and retail space improvements, and would be recognized now. Excuse me. for lobbying by a labor organization. the work opportunity tax credit. Mr. KENNEDY. I intend to talk for DeMint amendment No. 160 (to amendment Division V of Sessions (for Kyl) amend- No. 100), to amend the Internal Revenue Code ment No. 210 (to amendment No. 100), to pro- about 15 to 18 minutes, and then we of 1986 to allow certain small businesses to vided for the permanent extension of in- will be on the minimum wage bill. I defer payment of tax. creasing expensing for small businesses, the plan to speak on that minimum wage DeMint amendment No. 161 (to amendment depreciation treatment of leasehold, res- bill. I said I would end 5 minutes early No. 100), to prohibit the use of flexible sched- taurant, and retail space improvements, and to try to accommodate the Senator. We ules by Federal employees unless such flexi- the work opportunity tax credit. are scheduled to deal with the bill at ble schedule benefits are made available to Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, it has 3:30. So I have recognition. private sector employees not later than 1 been a week now that the Senate has year after the date of enactment of the Fair had on its agenda and before the Sen- f Minimum Wage Act of 2007. DeMint amendment No. 162 (to amendment ate legislation to increase the min- CONCLUSION OF MORNING imum wage from $5.15 to $7.25. In that BUSINESS No. 100), to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 regarding the minimum wage. week, every Member of Congress has ef- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning Kennedy (for Kerry) amendment No. 128 (to fectively earned $3,200, but we have not business is closed. amendment No. 100), to direct the Adminis- acted on an increase in the minimum f trator of the Small Business Administration wage for hard-working American peo- to establish a pilot program to provide regu- ple who are earning $5.15, to raise their FAIR MINIMUM WAGE ACT OF 2007 latory compliance assistance to small busi- minimum wage to $7.25. We have had 1 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under ness concerns. Martinez amendment No. 105 (to amend- week of talking here on the floor of the the previous order, the Senate will re- ment No. 100), to clarify the house parent ex- Senate without action. sume consideration of H.R. 2, which the emption to certain wage and hour require- It looks to me as if we are going to clerk will report. ments. have, thankfully, as a result of the ac- The legislative clerk read as follows: Sanders amendment No. 201 (to amend- tion of the majority leader, a vote at A bill (H.R. 2) to amend the Fair Labor ment No. 100), to express the sense of the least on cloture to try to terminate the Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an in- Senate concerning poverty. debate. But there will be additional crease in the Federal minimum wage. Gregg amendment No. 203 (to amendment procedural issues that will mean that No. 100), to enable employees to use em- Pending: ployee option time. those who are opposed to an increase in Reid (for Baucus) amendment No. 100, in Burr amendment No. 195 (to amendment the minimum wage will be able to the nature of a substitute. No. 100), to provide for an exemption to a delay the increase in the minimum McConnell (for Gregg) amendment No. 101 minimum wage increase for certain employ- wage for another week. (to amendment No. 100), to provide Congress ers who contribute to their employees health As the parliamentary situation is a second look at wasteful spending by estab- benefit expenses. playing its way out, there will be the lishing enhanced rescission authority under Chambliss amendment No. 118 (to amend- possibility of 60 hours after the vote on fast-track procedures. ment No. 100), to provide minimum wage Kyl amendment No. 115 (to amendment No. rates for agricultural workers. cloture, which will take us effectively 100), to extend through December 31, 2008, the Kennedy (for Feinstein) amendment No. through the end of this week. So that depreciation treatment of leasehold, res- 167 (to amendment No. 118), to improve agri- will be 2 weeks where the Members of taurant, and retail space improvements. cultural job opportunities, benefits, and se- the Senate have then earned $6,400, but Enzi (for Ensign/Inhofe) amendment No. curity for aliens in the United States. we have been unwilling to either vote 152 (to amendment No. 100), to reduce docu- Enzi (for Allard) amendment No. 169 (to up or down on the increase of the min- ment fraud, prevent identity theft, and pre- amendment No. 100), to prevent identity imum wage from $5.15 an hour to $7.25 serve the integrity of the Social Security theft by allowing the sharing of Social Secu- an hour. system. rity data among government agencies for Enzi (for Ensign) amendment No. 153 (to immigration enforcement purposes. For the millions of people at the amendment No. 100), to preserve and protect Enzi (for Cornyn) amendment No. 135 (to lower end of the economic ladder—men Social Security benefits of American work- amendment No. 100), to amend the Internal and women of dignity who work hard, ers, including those making minimum wage, Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the Federal those who are assistants to our teach- and to help ensure greater Congressional unemployment surtax. ers and work in the schools of this oversight of the Social Security system by Enzi (for Cornyn) amendment No. 138 (to country, those who work in some of the requiring that both Houses of Congress ap- amendment No. 100), to amend the Internal nursing homes and look after the elder- prove a totalization agreement before the Revenue Code of 1986 to expand workplace ly, many of those of the great genera- agreement, giving foreign workers Social Se- health incentives by equalizing the tax con- curity benefits, can go into effect. sequences of employee athletic facility use. tion that fought in World War II and Vitter/Voinovich amendment No. 110 (to Sessions (for Kyl) amendment No. 209 (to brought the country out of the time of amendment No. 100), to amend title 44 of the amendment No. 100), to extend through De- the Depression—they are still earning United States Code, to provide for the sus- cember 31, 2012, the increased expensing for $5.15 an hour. They work in many of pension of fines under certain circumstances small businesses. the hotels and motels that dot the for first-time paperwork violations by small Division I of Sessions (for Kyl) amendment countryside and the great buildings of business concerns. No. 210 (to amendment No. 100), to provided American commerce—these people are DeMint amendment No. 155 (to amendment for the permanent extension of increasing No. 100), to amend the Public Health Service expensing for small businesses, the deprecia- working at $5.15. They will work for Act to provide for cooperative governing of tion treatment of leasehold, restaurant, and that tomorrow, and they worked for individual health insurance coverage offered retail space improvements, and the work op- that the day before. And now, because in interstate commerce, and to amend the portunity tax credit. our Republican friends refuse to permit Internal Revenue Code of 1986 regarding the Division II of Sessions (for Kyl) amend- us a vote, they are going to continue to disposition of unused health benefits in cafe- ment No. 210 (to amendment No. 100), to pro- work at $5.15 an hour. It has been 10 teria plans and flexible spending arrange- vided for the permanent extension of in- years. ments and the use of health savings accounts creasing expensing for small businesses, the I went back and looked at the num- for the payment of health insurance pre- depreciation treatment of leasehold, res- miums for high deductible health plans pur- taurant, and retail space improvements, and ber of days we have tried to get an in- chased in the individual market. the work opportunity tax credit. crease in the minimum wage since our DeMint amendment No. 156 (to amendment Division III of Sessions (for Kyl) amend- last increase, and that was 16 days. So No. 100), to amend the Internal Revenue Code ment No. 210 (to amendment No. 100), to pro- we have effectively been debating an

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We will have some if they in- Republican opposition to an increase in Look what has happened to States sist on some amendments. But our side the minimum wage. I have seen it at that have a higher minimum wage than is prepared to vote now. I daresay the other times. We have seen it at other the national minimum wage, and see majority leader would come out here, if times. what has happened in terms of job the minority leader would agree, and It is always baffling to me, what the growth. This chart shows 11 States plus set a time—I bet even for this after- Republicans have against hard-working the District of Columbia with wages noon, in an hour, 2 hours, perhaps even Americans. What do they have against higher than $5.15 an hour. Overall em- less. Perhaps some colleagues have minimum wage workers? We don’t hear ployment growth has been 9.7 percent; been notified that we would not have about it. They don’t debate it. They 39 States with a minimum wage at votes today, so in fairness to them we will debate other matters, but what do $5.15, 7.5 percent. Those States that could start the vote at the start of they have against them? What possibly have had an increase in the minimum business tomorrow morning. There do they have against these hard-work- wage have had more job growth, and it would not be any objection here. There ing Americans? They are trying to pro- is understandable. The economic re- are no amendments on our side. Still, vide for families, play by the rules, and ports and studies show that if workers there are 90 amendments on the other work 40 hours a week, and in so many are treated fairly, there will be inside, and they are exercising par- instances they are trying to bring up creased productivity. They are going to liamentary procedures in order to get children. What is so outrageous? stay around longer and work. There to delay the consideration of the min- Some say that if we raise the min- will be less absenteeism, less turnover, imum wage, including $200 billion in imum wage, we are going to have the more productivity, and you are going changes in Social Security—that was problem of increasing unemployment. to increase your output. And this is all an amendment offered from that side— We have heard that argument out here reflected in various studies. $35 billion in tax reductions and areas on the floor. Let me, first of all, show Look at small business. They say of education, some of which I support, what has happened historically with that is good for the Nation, but it but certainly with no offsets. They the minimum wage. doesn’t really reflect what is happening were never considered. They didn’t in- Until recent times, we have had Re- to small businesses. clude offsets, for example, with IDEA, publicans and Democrats who sup- This chart states that higher min- the legislation that looks after the dis- ported an increase in the minimum imum wages create more small busi- abled children, or didn’t increase the wage, starting with Franklin D. Roo- nesses. The overall growth in number Pell grants. We didn’t even have a sevelt, Harry Truman, then Dwight Ei- of small businesses from 1998 to 2003 is chance to look at it. But no, no, let’s senhower. They raised it $1 in 1955. 5.4 percent and 4.2 percent. These are do that, use this vehicle for that meas- Then President Kennedy increased it, the small businesses about which we ure. Let’s get those Members on your Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon sup- heard a great deal. We have the small side and the Democratic side lined up ported an increase, Jimmy Carter, business exemption that exempts 3.6 to vote against providing additional as- George Bush I, and William Clinton. million workers who are working for sistance on education. Maybe we can That was the last increase. We voted the real mom-and-pop stores, where use that in the next campaign. on it in 1996, and it became effective in their gross income is less than $500,000. What about health savings ac- the fall of 1997. There were two dif- This gives us some idea of the nature counts—that wonderful idea that bene- ferent phases to it. of the economic arguments. They don’t fits the medium income; the people it First, people say: When you raise the hold water. They didn’t hold water pre- benefits are those making $133,000 a minimum wage, look what is going to viously. We have seen a decline in the year. That is the medium income of the happen in terms of unemployment. Un- purchasing power of the minimum people who benefit from the health sav- employment will rise. wage over this period of time. This ings accounts. We are talking about If we look at what has happened with chart is in real dollars. We can see raising the minimum wage to $7.25. unemployment at the time we passed where it was in 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, They are talking about giving addi- the last increase in the minimum wage going to 1980 and then a gradual de- tional tax benefits to individuals in the to $5.15 an hour in 1997, we can see cline. Starting in 1980, under President health savings accounts of hundreds of there have been small increases, but Reagan, it is going down. And we see thousands of dollars. the whole trend has been down. So the increases that came in the nineties The list goes on, Mr. President. much for the argument of unemploy- under President Clinton. The pur- These are matters which have abso- ment. chasing power of $5.15, as this chart lutely nothing to do with the minimum They say: That chart really doesn’t shows, was probably the lowest it had wage. It is a delay, and it is to politi- show it because it doesn’t reflect what ever been. Its purchasing power has cize these issues. We all know what is is happening in the economy in terms lost 20 percent. All we are asking is to going on. The Republican leadership is of job growth. Look at what happened get it back to $7.25 and to get the pur- opposed to the increase in the min- when we raised the minimum wage chasing power back to where it was imum wage. When they had the major- from $4.25 an hour to $4.75 an hour, and when we went to $5.15. Isn’t that out- ity of the Senate, they constantly op- then we raised it again to $5.15 an hour. rageous? posed any effort. Even though a major- Look at that red line showing steady What have we done in taxes for all ity of the Members of this body and the and constant job growth after an in- the others? We are trying to restore House of Representatives favored an increase in the minimum wage. the purchasing power. Let’s look in the crease, they refused to permit us to get Look at what percent the minimum meantime at what we have done for a vote on it, and the President indi- wage is. Increasing the minimum wage companies and corporations. Let me go cated he would veto it if we had. to $7.25 is vital to workers, but it is a to this, Mr. President. Look at what So that is where we are as we start drop in the bucket to the national pay- has happened. Productivity and profits off this week on the issue of the min- roll. All Americans combined earn $5.4 skyrocket while minimum wage plum- imum wage. We find out our side—the trillion a year. A minimum wage in- mets. Look at the profits. From 1997 to Democratic side—follows the leader- crease to $7.25 is less than one-fifth of 2006 profits were up 45 percent, produc- ship that took place in the House of 1 percent of this national payroll. It is tivity was up 29 percent, and the min- Representatives with NANCY PELOSI. less than one-fifth of 1 percent of this imum wage was down 20 percent. They had 4 hours of debate, and 80 national payroll. And we have heard Historically, in the sixties, seventies, members of the Republican Party from those who oppose the minimum all the way up to 1980, when we saw an

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1269 increase in productivity, that was egon, Rhode Island, Vermont, the State comes back to fairness. It is basically shared with the workers. Companies, of Washington—are above the national the issue of fairness, whether we are corporations shared the increase in average poverty rate. They have higher going to be fair to hard-working Amer- productivity with the workers. No economic growth, higher small busi- icans. Our Republican friends refuse— longer. That doesn’t exist any longer. ness growth, less child poverty. That is absolutely refuse—they refuse to let us They take all of that productivity, and what we have seen. National average get a vote on this minimum wage, and it is now an increase in profits. child poverty, again, the high min- they have basically filibustered by This chart indicates what has hap- imum wage States, again, have lower amendment. pened to the real minimum wage and child poverty rates. As I said, we have over 90 amend- what has happened to productivity. Very quickly, we have seen two na- ments remaining. Democrats on this See, going back to the sixties, 1960 to tions of the world that have made child side are prepared, ready, and willing to 1965, even into the seventies, closer poverty a particular issue—Great Brit- vote. We thank our leader for bringing productivity, workers working harder, ain and Ireland. Now the minimum up this legislation. We are going to increasing productivity. They shared in wage is $9.58 an hour in Great Britain. continue to battle on. the increasing productivity with They brought 2,000,000 children out of We give assurance to those who are wages. Not anymore. All of that pro- poverty. They are a very strong econ- looking to us to represent them, to ductivity has been turned into profits. omy in Europe. speak for them in the Senate, that we I want to spend my last few min- In Ireland, they have reduced child will speak for them. We will stand for utes—now that we have had the eco- poverty by 40 percent. They are also a them. They should know that we are on nomic argument—reviewing quickly very strong economy. their side, and we don’t intend to fail. the most powerful argument, and that What we know is that the economic Mr. President, I yield the floor. is what has happened in terms of these arguments don’t hold water, and the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- figures, how they translate into real adverse impact is particularly harsh on ator from Arizona. Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I ask unani- people’s lives. The charts reflect the children. mous consent to speak as in morning growth of poverty in America. We are All during this time, we have seen business. this extraordinary explosion of tax the strongest economic country in the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without breaks that have been given to large world, and we find that between 2000 objection, it is so ordered. and 2005, we see that the number of companies and small companies. They IRAQ say these can’t do it unless they get people who are living in poverty in the Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I, too, am help. Over the last 10 years, there have United States of America has increased anxious to get on to the debate about been $276 billion in tax breaks for cor- by over 5 million—5 million in the the resolutions that deal with Iraq. I porations and $36 billion in tax breaks United States of America—during this will speak to that for 10 minutes. period of the economy. for small businesses, and our Repub- My position is clear. I think we I listened to the President talk the lican friends are insisting that we add ought to give the President’s strategy other night about how the economy is more tax breaks if we want any hope of a chance to work. We asked him to just going like gangbusters. Talk about getting an increase in the minimum come up with a new strategy. He has the number of bankruptcies, talk about wage. done so, and it seems to me that it is the growth of poverty—5 million. Let’s Americans understand fairness, and our responsibility as a Senate to give look at what happened with regard to this is not fair. Trying to hold up an in- that a chance to work or to provide an the number of children who are living crease in the minimum wage for hard- alternative—not an alternative to in poverty. There were 11 million in working Americans, who are working leave but an alternative to win. There 2000 and 1.3 million more at the present and playing by the rules, is not fair. are plenty of ways to leave. We can time. Americans understand fairness. There begin leaving now and have it done in This country, of all the industrial na- are no economic arguments. We have a year. We can leave in 6 months. We tions in the world, has the highest been out here now for 7 days. I haven’t can leave to the border but not beyond. child poverty in the world. Look at the heard them. I have been willing to de- There are a lot of different ideas about chart and look at the end. Look at the bate any of those arguments. No, no, how to leave, but an alternative is not red line. It is not even close. The we don’t get into the economic argu- how to leave but how to win. United States of America has the high- ments. We used to years ago. Now we The President has presented such a est child poverty in the world. That don’t get into them. We just have to strategy and I believe we ought to give means the loss of hopes and dreams for use this vehicle for all these other add- it a chance to work. these children, increasing pressures in ons in order to basically frustrate this Resolutions that are nonbinding nev- terms of children dropping out of body from getting an increase in the ertheless have consequences. They school because they are living in pov- minimum wage. can’t change the policy that is already erty and are not being fed in the morn- As I said before, I don’t understand being effected, the strategy in Iraq, but ing. They are not getting good quality what it is that our Republican friends what they can do is send very powerful health care or any kind of health care. find so obnoxious about hard-working messages. First, they can send a mes- Their parents have two or three jobs men and women who are working at sage to our enemies. It seems to me the and they are not getting the attention the minimum wage, but evidently last message we want to send to the they need. The basic abandonment of there is something because they will enemy is that the Congress does not so many children in our society. not let the Senate of the United States support the mission in Iraq. Obviously We read last week into the RECORD act on this legislation. that emboldens the enemy. That is the New York Times article about the This is about fairness. This is about what GEN David Petraeus said in his burden that is going to be on the Amer- the hopes and dreams of children. It is testimony before the Armed Services ican economy. That may get the atten- about decency and fairness to women Committee last week. It sends a mes- tion of some of our friends on the other because women are the primary recipi- sage to our allies that we are not in it side. They expect that increased child ents of the minimum wage. So many of to the end, and they begin to wonder poverty in this Nation is going to cost them have children. Eighty percent of whether they should start hedging another $500 billion just because of those who receive the minimum wage their bets. what is happening to children in our are adults; 40 percent of those who re- By the way, it sends a message to a society. ceive the minimum wage have been re- country such as Iran, which is already Let me show what happens to child ceiving it for 3 years. beginning to offer, now, to in effect poverty in States which have a higher This is an issue that women are con- take our place in Iraq: They will do the minimum wage. This isn’t an accident. cerned about, that has an enormous training of troops, they will do the re- If the minimum wage is raised, it has impact on children, that is basically a construction if the Iraqis will simply an impact on child poverty. Alaska, civil rights issue because minimum invite them in. That obviously would Connecticut—all the way, the States wage jobs so often are the entry jobs not be in our best interests, not to that are listed here—New Jersey, Or- for men and women of color. But it mention the Iraqis’ best interests.

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All of us want to bring could well die, but we don’t support the harm’s way. And can we say that their them home safe and sound. We all un- cause for which you are dying. We colleagues who died did not die in vain derstand when we vote for that, people don’t think you can win. As a matter of if the Senate goes on record saying we are going to die. Everyone who does fact, I have more respect for those who don’t support your mission? that does so with a solemn responsi- advocate voting on whether we should This is the conflict that has to be in bility. We are all looking for a way also continue to support the effort mone- the minds of the families of those who to end the conflict so no more have to tarily—the legitimate function of the are putting their lives on the line and die. But the reason we authorized this Congress, to cut off the funds if we the very soldiers and marines who are in the first place was because we under- don’t like the war—than I do for those doing the same. stood there was a mission to perform. who simply want to ‘‘send a message.’’ Last Friday, this Senate confirmed Even those who disagree with the rea- At least the others would be willing to GEN David Petraeus to take command sons to begin with appreciate the fact have the courage of their convictions, of that theater, and there were all that we cannot leave Iraq a failed that if this is not a winnable war, we kinds of expressions of support for him. state. I think virtually everybody in better stop it now as opposed to simply He is, indeed, one of the finest military this body would agree with that propo- trying to send a message. officers ever to come before the Senate sition. We cannot leave Iraq a failed Let me tell you what this message for confirmation. No one said other- state. The consequences, not just to does. Last Friday night I was watching wise. Yet at the same time we are talk- the Iraqis and to the other people in the NBC ‘‘Nightly News.’’ Brian Wil- ing about passing a resolution that the region but to United States secu- liams was the broadcaster, and he would say to him: We don’t believe in rity, would be devastating. called on Richard Engel, reporting the mission we have just sent you on. Something else on which most people from Iraq, to talk about what was He testified he needed more troops in agree is that the Iraqis are not cur- going on there. Richard Engel talked order to carry out the mission and that rently in a position to pacify Baghdad about the Stryker Brigade, Apache he supported the President’s new strat- and Al Anbar Province all by them- Company, setting out on a mission to egy, one component of which is to add selves. They need our help. That is find bases for U.S. troops. I will quote some troops so that he has the capa- what the testimony before the commit- what he said in the report. bility, in conjunction with the new tees was last week. He said: Iraqi troops, to stabilize and pacify the If they need our help, if we all agree It’s not just the new mission the soldiers city of Baghdad as well as the Al Anbar we can’t leave Iraq a failed state, if are adjusting to. They have something else Province, which is currently being General Petraeus is saying we need on their minds: The growing debate at home threatened by al-Qaida terrorists. He some time and some troops to get this about the war. Troops here say they are in- said he needs those new troops. Yet job done in conjunction with a signifi- creasingly frustrated by American criticism Congress would go on record as saying cant change in the way the Iraqis are of the war. Many take it personally, believ- we do not believe you should have approaching the war—finally backing ing it is also criticism of what they’ve been fighting for. those new troops. us up now when we say we want to go Again, at least some number of my into these areas and not just clear He goes on to say: colleagues, maybe half or thereabouts them but hold them, keep the bad guys Twenty-one-year-old Specialist Tyler on the other side of the aisle, would cut in jail, the ones who have not been Johnson is on his first tour in Iraq. He thinks skeptics should come over and see off the funding for the troops in order killed, for example—if we agree with what it’s like firsthand before criticizing. not just to send a message but to end all those things, then it seems to me And here is what Specialist Tyler the involvement. At least that is a po- the last thing the Senate should be Johnson said: sition that has action attached to it. I doing is considering a resolution which Those people are dying. You know what disagree with it, but simply sending would say we disagree with the mis- I’m saying? You may support—‘‘oh we sup- the message by sending David Petraeus sion, we disagree with the President’s port the troops,’’ but you’re not supporting on the way, patting him on the back, strategy, we don’t think we should be what they do, what they share and sweat for, saying, ‘‘Go do a good job but, by the sending any more troops, and we want what they believe for, what we die for. It just way, we don’t believe in the mission,’’ to begin a process of withdrawing from don’t make sense to me. it seems to me is starting off on the Iraq. Back to Richard Engel: wrong foot. When the debate time comes, I am Staff Sergeant Manuel Sahagun has served He said something else in his testi- anxious to have it. The American peo- in Afghanistan and is now on his second tour mony that I thought was telling. He ple deserve a debate. I heard a message in Iraq. He says people back home can’t have said: Wars are all about your will, your yesterday that the American people it both ways. will and your enemy’s will. had spoken. Indeed they did. I had an And then Staff Sergeant Manuel When asked a question by Senator opponent who said we should withdraw Sahagun says the following: LIEBERMAN, he said passage of these from Iraq. Yet I won the last election, One thing I don’t like is when people back resolutions would not be helpful, saying we needed to stay there until home say they support the troops but they among other things, because you need the mission was completed, and I even don’t support the war. If they’re going to to break the enemy’s will in a conflict, supported the addition of more troops support us, support us all the way. in a war. This kind of resolution would if that were necessary. In the case of Engel then says: inhibit his ability, General Petraeus’s Arizona, I think people have spoken. Specialist Peter Manna thinks people have ability, with our great military, to The reality is, however, I think it is forgotten the toll the war has taken. break the enemy’s will to fight. How a mixed message. They would all like And Specialist Peter Manna says: can you break the enemy’s will to fight to get out as quickly as possible, but if If they don’t think we are doing a good job, when the people who are allegedly run- you ask them, Do you think we should everything we have done here is all in vain. ning the war back home have already leave before the mission is accom- Engel concludes the report by saying: signaled that they think it is lost and plished, do you think we should leave Apache Company has lost two soldiers and it is simply a matter of bringing the even though there is the strong prob- now worries their country may be aban- troops home, and that the mission is ability of a failed Iraqi state, do you doning the mission they died for. not supported by a majority of the Sen- think we can say we support the Amer- Richard Engel, ABC News, Baghdad. ate? ican troops but we don’t support the That report struck me. I imme- Resolutions, even if they are non- mission, I think we would disagree diately talked to my wife about it, and binding, have consequences. In this with that proposition.

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That might ask what does that have to do comprehensive package, that we seri- means to let them know we support with regulatory and tax relief to small ously consider leveling the playing not just them but their mission, that businesses and the minimum wage? field by providing an ability to prevent we want to see it accomplished, and we Well, this amendment, which asks for the occurrence—the incidence, I should will not undercut that mission or their the adoption of a stand-alone bill say—of obesity-related diseases, name- support by passing a resolution that called the Workforce Health Improve- ly diabetes, which causes so much disapproves of the new strategy. ment Program Act, would put small human misery and so much unneces- I hope my colleagues will agree we businesses on a level playing field with sary expense that could be avoided if have to give this strategy a chance to big businesses to provide health bene- we could encourage more Americans to work. fits to their employees that they can a more active lifestyle and a better The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- deduct but for which small businesses diet. ator from Texas. cannot deduct the same benefits they So I ask my colleagues for their con- Mr. CORNYN. I ask unanimous con- might want to give by outsourcing sideration of this amendment as well. sent to speak for up to 8 minutes, and those to health clubs, for example. Mr. President, could I ask how much following that, the Senator from Ala- Let me explain where I am coming time I have remaining? bama to speak for up to an hour. from. Public health experts unani- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. DUR- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without mously agree that people who maintain BIN). The Senator from Texas has 1 objection, it is so ordered. minute remaining. Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I have active and healthy lifestyles dramati- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, if I may two amendments before the body I cally reduce the risk of contracting ask unanimous consent for an addi- would like to explain briefly. Then I chronic diseases. A physically fit popu- tional 2 minutes, for a total of 3 min- am impelled to respond to some of the lation helps decrease health care costs, utes, I would appreciate it. argument we have heard from the dis- 50 percent of which, by the way, are The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tinguished Senator from Massachu- borne by the Federal taxpayer. A physically fit population reduces Federal objection, it is so ordered. setts. I guess the question he put was Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, the what do Republicans have against Government spending, reduces ill- Senator from Massachusetts a moment hard-working Americans? I will re- nesses, and improves worker produc- ago asked—because Republicans have spond to that in a moment. tivity. The costs, though, are not just meas- asked for additional tax and regulatory AMENDMENT NO. 135 ured in dollars. According to the Sur- relief for small businesses that employ My first amendment has to do with geon General’s ‘‘Call to Action to Pre- 70 percent of the American people— the Federal unemployment surtax. In what it is that Republicans have the 1970s, the Unemployment Trust vent and Decrease Overweight and Obe- against hard-working Americans be- Fund faced financial strains, so Con- sity’’ published in 2001, 300,000 deaths cause of our desire to pass not just a gress imposed a surtax to bring money per year in America are associated minimum wage of $7.25 an hour, up into the unemployment system, the with being overweight or obese. Reg- from the $5.15 an hour. He said that unemployment compensation system, ular physical activity reduces the risk this was an effort to politicize the in order to meet its obligations. That of developing or dying from some of issue. debt was paid off in the 1980s. Congress the leading causes of illness and death So I would have to ask the Senator, has continued, however, to collect the in the United States. when the minimum wage affects 2.5 unemployment surtax, proving the Additionally, Medicare and Medicaid percent of the workforce in America, maxim once stated by Ronald Reagan programs currently spend $84 billion mainly teenagers and part-time work- that the closest thing to eternal life annually on five major chronic dis- ers, people entering the workforce, is here on Earth is a temporary govern- eases: diabetes, heart disease, depres- this the way to address the needs of ment program. I think this proves sion, cancer, and arthritis. It is impor- hard-working Americans? Why is it we that. tant we not only treat these diseases The Federal unemployment surtax once they are manifested but that we are so focused on a minimum wage, should have expired 20 years ago. Since also explore ways to prevent them in when what we ought to be focused on is 1987, the surtax has taken approxi- the first place. Consider this statistic— maximizing the wages of American mately $28 billion out of the pockets of the numbers are staggering. This is workers primarily, I believe, through U.S. businesses. Is that $28 billion over from the American Diabetes Associa- increased training, workforce initia- 20 years worth the broken promise to tion: tives, working through community col- eliminate it? I think not. Elimination The total annual economic cost of diabetes leges with the private sector to train of the surtax, which this amendment in 2002 in the United States of America was people for good wages, much higher will do, will save businesses across the $132 billion. Direct medical expenditures to- than minimum wage, that exist in this taled $92 billion and $23.2 billion of that was country but go wanting for lack of country—and in my particular State, for diabetes care, $24.6 billion was for chronic $135 million—but it will save businesses trained workers. These programs exist diabetes-related complications, and $44.1 bil- in our communities in my State and across the country proportionate lion was for excess prevalence of general amounts. medical conditions related to diabetes. Indi- throughout the country, and I think we This is an easy and logical way to rect costs resulting to lost work days, re- would do better to focus our efforts to trim payroll taxes. The FUTA tax stricted activity days, mortality, and perma- try to improve the standard of living without the surtax is sufficient to fund nent disability due to diabetes totaled $40.8 for people across America. State and Federal unemployment ad- billion. I simply disagree with the Senator ministrations. Without the surtax, the One NIH study reported in the New from Massachusetts, if he says by fo- Federal unemployment tax generates England Journal of Medicine showed cusing on 2.5 percent of the workforce nearly $6 billion a year, and all ac- that modest changes in exercise and and by trying to ameliorate some of counts associated with the Federal Un- diet can prevent diabetes in 58 percent the harm to small businesses that gen- employment Trust Fund have ample of the people at high risk for the dis- erate 70 percent of the jobs, we are balances. ease. What is more, the trial showed doing anything that would harm hard- It is simply a matter of keeping the that participants over 60 years of age working Americans. To the contrary, faith with the American people, when benefited the most, preventing the what we are trying to do is make sure we tell them we have a temporary pro- onset of diabetes by 71 percent. Even those hard-working Americans have gram and that program runs its course assuming that intervention with mod- jobs, not that they are put out of work and serves its purpose, to eliminate it. est changes in exercise and diet is only by well-intentioned but unsuccessful That is what this amendment would half that effective, they estimated the attempts for Government to mandate do, and I ask the support of my col- possible 10-year savings to the health wages without taking into account the leagues for that amendment. care system would be $344 billion. impact on small businesses, the pri- AMENDMENT NO. 138 I think it makes enormous sense, as mary employers in our country. My second amendment addresses the we look to try and level the playing Mr. President, I appreciate the cour- issue of preventive health care. You field for small businesses as part of this tesy of the Senator from Alabama, who

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Mr. President, I are part time and that kind of thing. fective in meeting the needs of the thank the Chair and I thank Senator I am not saying people would not like working poor, as is being sold to this CORNYN and Senator KYL for their re- an increase in the minimum wage, but Congress and the American people. marks. I share with Senator KYL his the working poor, the people who are In 2004, more than 22 million Ameri- concern over the resolution that we every day out giving their best to try cans—get this—more than 22 million will be apparently addressing later this to raise their families and who need to Americans claimed the earned-income week or next week. He quoted an NBC have a higher income, people who have tax credit, putting $40.7 billion into the News report in which soldiers in Iraq in been out there for years and working, pockets of the working poor. This is a harm’s way said that, in their view, they are already above $7 an hour, for very large program. It is a very large you can’t support the soldiers without the most part. If they show up on time shift of resources to the working poor. supporting the policy we sent them on, and are reliable and give an honest The amount of the credit for each re- and that is a troubling thing. day’s work, as almost all of them do, cipient depends on several factors, such Today I talked to a businessman then they are going to be above $7 an as the worker’s income and the number from Alabama—quite a fine, upstand- hour now. Do you follow me? So this is of dependent children they claim. ing leader in the community. His son is not the panacea we are concerned Nonetheless, a low-income worker in Iraq right now. They already heard about. What we want and what we care with one child will be eligible to claim about the Senate Foreign Relations about, fellow citizens and Members of up to $2,853 for tax year 2007, while a Committee resolution. It was very the Senate, is having better wages for worker with two or more children troubling to them. They didn’t know working Americans, having all the peo- could receive $4,718 on a 2,200-hour how to read it, according to him, or ple be able to go out and get a better work year. The average earned-income what it meant to them. I talked to a wage they can take home and take care tax credit for a beneficiary with a lady not long ago, within the last of their families with. That includes qualifying child was $1,728 in 2004. That is almost $1 an hour on average. week, and she told me her son was in how much taxes are taken out, how Many have criticized the earned-in- his second tour there, and he believed much insurance is taken out. come tax credit over the years, saying in what he was doing. He was proud to President Bush has a great proposal it is another welfare handout and it serve, but he didn’t know what we were that is going to help a lot of people. I has far too much fraud in it. Some doing here. He said he: ‘‘Didn’t want to assure my colleagues a lot of people numbers have shown fraud as high as be the last soldier to die if we weren’t will feel a substantial benefit from this over 30 percent, but the tax credit is going to follow through on a policy health care tax credit plan he has pro- here to stay. I don’t see any real move- that we have set here.’’ posed. That is a way to help working ment to eliminate it. Why don’t we see So we are in a difficult time, and we people, a real significant way. if we can make it work better? need to remember those things as we Senator ALEXANDER mentioned the The idea is to reward work. It is a set about our policy. I don’t know all earned-income tax credit, and he went benefit of the Government, an earned of the answers. I don’t disrespect peo- into some detail about it. Economists tax credit, earned by working. That ple who would disagree with me on and experts are quite clear: The was the purpose of the earned-income this. I know there are a lot of people earned-income tax credit more appro- tax credit from the beginning, to en- with a lot of different ideas about what priately benefits working Americans courage welfare recipients and others to do in Iraq. But my observation is than a minimum wage at much less who were not in the workforce to de- and my thought is that we, as a Con- cost. We spend $40 billion a year on the cide that it was beneficial for them to gress, ought to affirm the policies we earned-income tax credit. That is what work. Some of this came from Milton are asking our soldiers to execute. the credit amounts to in terms of bene- Friedman, the great free market econ- They say we are not asking them, but fits to working Americans. Their wages omist who recently died, calling for a the President is, and the President are lower, and, at certain levels, they negative income tax. That is sort of speaks for us, until Congress withdraws don’t qualify for other benefits. And as what inspired this. that power by reducing his funding. a result, they do qualify for the earned- All is not perfect. The earned-income The President executes the policies as income tax credit. So I would like to tax credit has provided real money for Commander in Chief. So it is a big deal talk about that. low-income Americans working hard to and we need to be careful about what I offered an amendment that would pull their family out of poverty. As we do and I am disappointed we will be have required the earned-income tax Senator ALEXANDER demonstrated in dealing with those resolutions. credit to be paid on individual’s pay- some detail, remarkably and ably, it Mr. President, I remember during the checks, when they get their paycheck gets to the working poor far better immigration debate last fall, last sum- each payday. That is correct, in my than an increase in the minimum wage. mer and spring, Senator KENNEDY and I view, as a matter of policy. It is a com- An important feature added to the were on the floor one night, and I plex thing. Some are concerned about earned-income tax credit occurred in talked about how I believe the large the mechanics of it. So I offered an- 1978, a few years after the law was amount of immigration we are seeing other amendment that was accepted by passed. That allows the credit recipi- today, much of it illegal, was adversely the Democratic leadership and the Re- ents to receive the benefit on their affecting the wages of American work- publican leadership that required the paychecks rather than as a one-time ers. Senator KENNEDY didn’t object to Department of the Treasury to review lump sum tax refund. Now, you work that, but he stood up and in response what would happen and how it could be all year. Most people have no idea if basically said: Well, we are going to done if we allowed people to get their they are earning any earned-income offer a minimum wage bill, and that is earned-income tax credit on their tax credit. They are not receiving extra going to take care of it. If anyone weekly or biweekly paycheck. It can be money for their work. And next year, heard Senator LAMAR ALEXANDER’s done now. In fact, a little less than 2 they file for a tax refund and get a big speech on Friday—and not many people percent of the people get their earned- check, disconnecting, in their minds, did; it was after the vote had been income tax credit, or at least a portion the receipt of that check with the work cast—but he went into some detail and of it, on their check each week. they did the year before. Therefore, it with great care explained how the min- So we would like to talk about that ceases to be the kind of incentive to imum wage is not reaching poor work- because as we debate the minimum work we want it to be. ing people in this country in the ways wage, the real debate is how to help Receiving an advanced payment most people think it is but that most working Americans, middle-class under the law is simple. Workers be- people making minimum wage are part Americans, lower income Americans lieving they will be eligible can fill out

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We in the make the argument that wages tend to the number that sign up for this ad- Government have a wonderful plan lag behind. Gross domestic production vance payment, only a few do, less called the thrift plan. It allows every growth goes up for a while and wages than 2 percent. The majority, unaware Federal worker, in any department or do not go up, but they catch up, and they can receive the credit in advance, agency, to put money in the thrift plan there is some truth to that. I don’t receive it in the form of a tax refund in and the Federal Government would deny that. the spring of the next year. match up to 5 percent of their con- But if you look at the numbers and Recipients earn the tax credit by tributions. how middle-class and lower income working throughout the year. Yet they Many young people starting to work workers are getting along today, you do not receive the benefit until months for the Government today, if they con- cannot be pleased with what is occur- after when they file their tax returns. tribute 5 percent each paycheck, with ring, particularly in certain areas and For most workers who receive the the Government matching it, will re- certain fields. It is from that perspec- EITC as a lump sum at the end of the tire with $1 million in the bank—trust tive I say, as part of this debate over year, they never make that connection me on that—with the power of com- minimum wage which we are told is de- between the increased work and the in- pound interest. It is an exciting pro- signed to help people have more money gram. creased paycheck, as they simply re- to take home, to take care of their Many private companies have similar families, and if you think this is not ceive a fat check. programs, 401(k)-type programs, but How can it encourage work if there is the right way to do it, you don’t love many don’t. Half of the workers in no correlation for most recipients be- families and you don’t want to help America today work for a company tween the work they do and the money poor people; that is not correct. that does not have such a retirement I hope to be able to vote for this min- they receive? plan. A chunk of those, even if they do, An amendment, which the Senate has imum wage bill. I voted for several to don’t take advantage of it. This is par- already accepted, challenges the Sec- increase the minimum wage. I am just ticularly concerning to me because I retary of the Treasury, the Department saying the minimum wage has been have learned from Secretary of Labor demonstrated by analysis, by top-flight of the Treasury, to get us a report on Elaine Chao that the average American econometric firms, that it does not how we can do this effectively. It is im- has nine jobs by the time they are 35. reach the poor people in a way that portant. It will ensure the taxpayers What does that say to the practical most people think it does. It often- who are giving this benefit to working men and women of the Senate? It says times helps young people who are chil- Americans get the second part of the they are bouncing around a lot. They dren of some corporate executive who benefit that the taxpayers intended may go to a company that has a plan may be working. them to receive. and they may invest in it a little bit, Our motivation, and I think it is uni- The first part, of course, is helping then they go to a company that versal in the Senate, through the legis- the working poor have more money for doesn’t. Or they go to a company that lation moving through the Senate now, their families. We want to help them. says they have to work for 6 months or is designed to improve the take-home The second benefit we want to occur is a year before they can participate in pay of Americans so they can more for the overall economy and health of their plan, or they decide not to put ably benefit from the great American America to encourage people to work, into that plan. Or, if they put in some dream and take care of their families to make work more rewarding. If you money and they change jobs and the effectively. are making $7 an hour and you get $1 account is $500, $2,000, $1,500—we have Significant economic evidence indian hour pay raise as a result of the statistics that show that over 40 per- cates the presence of large amounts of earned-income tax credit, you have recent of them cash in those accounts illegal labor in low-skilled job sectors ceived a substantial increase, well over paying the penalties—they think it is is depressing the wages of American 10 percent increase in your take home not enough money to worry about. workers. That is an important state- pay, especially since there are no taxes Whereas, if they set aside a small ment if it is true, right? If that is true, taken out of that part that has accrued amount of money from the day they isn’t that important? First of all, we as a result of the earned-income tax start working at age 18, or out of col- are a nation of laws. We think the laws credit. lege, every day, every paycheck, a ought to be enforced. That encourages work. That makes small amount of money set aside as is Overwhelmingly the American people work more attractive. That helps meet done by most of the thrift account sav- agree with that. But if it also is de- the needs of America today. That is ers, they could retire with hundreds of pressing the wages of working Ameri- what this is about. A worker who is thousands in the bank, which would cans, that is a double concern, particu- making $6 an hour would be making allow for an annuity, if they purchased larly as we are asking ourselves in this closer to $7. Workers making $8 would it at age 65, to pay someone $2,000 a debate: How can we help low-wage be making closer to $9. It adds up to month for the rest of their life, easy. workers do better? I will talk about real money as the years go by. Those things are realistically possible. that. We have to talk about this. We can do a much better job of uti- It is a great tragedy, it is a tremen- Harvard economist George Borjas, lizing the existing program without dous national tragedy, that in a time who testified before the Senate Health, any cost beyond what we are already where we have relatively low unem- Education, Labor and Pensions Com- expending, but in a way that gets ployment—in my State it is not much mittee, and Lawrence Katz, also of money to people when they need it, over 3 percent, maybe 3.6 percent in Harvard, estimate that the influx of right then on their paycheck. They Alabama—and most people are work- low-skilled, low-wage immigration into may have a tire blow out and they need ing, the wages have gone up, although our country from 1980 to 2000 has re- a new tire. The transmission may have not as much as we would like, but our sulted in a 3-percent decrease in wages broken in their car. A child may need wages are beginning to edge back up, for the average American worker—that to go on a trip at school. They need the that most Americans are not saving. is all workers—and has cut wages to money as they earn it so they can They could be setting aside even a native-born high school dropouts— apply it in a sound way to their fam- small amount that would transform those who have not obtained a high ily’s budgetary needs instead of one big their retirement years from retirement school degree; unfortunately, we have fat check sometime in the spring of the years that depend solely on Social Se- quite a number of those in our coun- next year. That is a suggestion I have curity, the retirement years can be try—who make up the poorest 10 per- for improving the quality of life for supplemented by a substantial flow of cent of our workforce, by some 8 per- American workers. money. cent. Eight percent, if you figure that

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY S1274 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE January 29, 2007 out on a yearly basis, amounts to $1,200 cent City Journal article by Steven Steven Camorota, last spring, of the a year. That is $100 a month. Malanga, a senior fellow at the Man- Center for Immigration Studies, ana- Now, for some people in America hattan Institute: lyzed the steady decline in the share of today, $100 a month is not a lot. But if . . . low-wage immigration has produced less-educated adult natives in the you are making near the minimum such a labor surplus that many of these workforce between March 2000 and wage, $100 a month is a lot of money. workers are willing to take jobs without ben- March 2005. Alan Tonelson, a research fellow at efits and with salaries far below industry Prior to Hurricane Katrina, there the U.S. Business and Industry Council norms. . . . were 4 million unemployed natives— Educational Foundation, says: Well, let me go on. Day laborers— those looking for jobs who were unable [T]he most important statistics available these are people who gather at certain to find them—with high school degrees show conclusively that, far from easing known locations within areas, and they or less in the workforce. An additional shortages— hang out until somebody comes out 19 million natives with high school de- Shortages of labor— and hires them—who work in construc- grees or less existed but were not ac- illegal immigrants are adding to labor gluts tion in urban areas ‘‘like New York and tively looking for jobs. in America. Specifically, wages in sectors Los Angeles . . . sell their labor by the Between 2000 and 2005, the number of highly dependent on illegals, when adjusted hour or the day, for $7 to $11 an hour adult immigrants—legal land illegal— for inflation, are either stagnant or have ac- . . . far below what full time construc- with only a high school degree or less tually fallen. tion workers earn.’’ in the labor force increased by 1.6 mil- Now, he is referring to Labor Depart- You see, we want Americans to be lion. ment data and information from the able to have a job that has some per- During the same time period, unem- Pew Hispanic Center. For example, he manency to it, that pays a decent ployment among high school graduates cites data from the U.S. Bureau of wage, that has retirement benefits, and and less educated native Americans in- Labor Statistics that indicates the fol- has health care benefits. But our work- creased by nearly 1 million—so unem- lowing: inflation-adjusted wages for ers who might be interested in con- ployment among our high school grad- the broad Food and Services and struction—and more are than most uates or high school dropouts increased Drinking Establishments category— people think—are having to compete by nearly 1 million—and an additional they have a category for that: the against people who will work by the 1.5 million left the workforce alto- broad Food and Services and Drinking day for $7 and $11 an hour and do not gether. Establishments category; and they demand any benefits. Although jobs grew in the United monitor the wages for it—between the Robert Samuelson, a contributing States from 2000 to 2005, natives only years 2000 to 2005 fell 1.65 percent. editor of Newsweek, has written a col- benefited from 9 percent of the total The Pew Hispanic Center estimates umn for the Washington Post since net job increase. That is an important that illegal immigrants comprise 17 1977. In his column last spring he factor. Although jobs grew in the U.S. percent of food preparation workers, 20 summed up the impact of illegal immi- from 2000 to 2005, natives only bene- percent of cooks, and 23 percent of gration on the unskilled American fited from 9 percent of that total. The dishwashers, about a fifth of those worker this way: number of adult natives holding a job workers; three-fifths, four-fifths being Poor immigrant workers hurt the wages of grew by only 303,000, while the number legal native citizens. But contrary to unskilled Americans. The only question is of adult immigrants holding a job in- what we have been told, that you can- how much. Studies suggest a range ‘‘from creased by 2.9 million. So it is 303,000 not get workers at the wages they are negligible to an earnings reduction of almost compared to 2.9 million among high paying, and paying fair wages, it looks 10 percent,’’ according to the [Congressional school graduates or high school drop- as though the wages have fallen, which Budget Office]. outs. is a matter of interest. That is a lot: 10 percent. Five percent Steven Malanga, a senior fellow at Inflation-adjusted wages for the food is a lot. the Manhattan Institute, recently ex- manufacturing industry—the Pew His- To put this impact into a larger per- plained: panic Center estimates that illegal im- spective, one might ask how much na- [M]any of the unskilled, uneducated work- migrants comprise 14 percent of that tive workers have lost as a whole due ers now journeying here labor . . . in shrink- workforce—fell 2.4 percent between 2000 to competition with low-skilled immi- ing industries, where they force out native and 2005. grant laborers. Although only a few workers, and many others work in industries Inflation-adjusted wages for hotel studies have ever looked at this issue, where the availability of cheap workers has a 2002 National Bureau of Economic led businesses to suspend investment in new workers—the Pew Hispanic Center esti- technologies that would make them less mates illegal immigrants make up 10 Research paper written by Columbia labor-intensive. . . . [T]he unemployment percent of that workforce—fell 1 per- University economics professors Don- rate among native-born ‘‘unskilled workers cent from 2000 to 2005. ald R. Davis and David E. Weinstein is is high—about 30 percent.’’ Inflation-adjusted wages in the con- on point. The unemployment rate among na- struction industry—Pew estimates Using complex methodology, they ag- tive-born, unskilled workers is about 30 that illegal immigrants make up 12 gregated the total loss to the U.S. na- percent, I repeat. percent of the workforce there—fell tive workers and found that the mag- To me, those numbers do indicate a 1.59 percent between 2000 and 2005. nitude of losses for U.S. native workers significant problem. It is a problem we Inflation-adjusted wages in the ani- equates roughly to $72 billion a year, or need to talk about as we talk about mal processing and slaughtering sub- .8 percent of GDP. Now, I don’t know if how to help working Americans get a category—and Pew estimates that ille- that figure is correct, but the earned better wage. gal immigrants comprise 27 percent of income tax credit is just $40 billion a Mr. President, I will note a few more that workforce, the highest percent- year, and they say it amounts to $72 points before I wrap up. age—fell 1.41 percent between 2000 and billion a year. The economics profes- Professor Richard Freeman—the Her- 2005. sors at Columbia University also said bert S. Ascherman Professor of Eco- So if these numbers are correct—and immigration is as costly to the United nomics at Harvard—testified before the they come from the objective BLS and States as all trade protections. Senate Judiciary Committee. I partici- are supposed to be accurate, and we When wages are suppressed, people pated in that hearing last spring. He rely on them for our business around drop out of the workforce. In addition said: here—something is amiss if people say to the evidence that low-skilled Amer- If you’re a poor Mexican, your income in they cannot get workers, yet they are ican workers—and particularly Afri- the U.S. will be six to eight times what it is getting the work done, and they are can-American workers—are suffering in Mexico. paying less in 2005 than they were in wage suppression due to the competi- Robert Samuelson explained in a 2000. tion they face from illegal alien labor, March 2006 column in the Washington Now, you tell me. we also know competition is causing Post: Others studying the same issue have some Americans to drop out of the They’re drawn here by wage differences, found similar trends. According to a re- labor force. not labor ‘‘shortages.’’

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I appre- been published in Nicaragua while we haven’t heard a professor who would ciate the opportunity of sharing them. were there that said 60 percent of the dispute that yet, or anybody who can I ask unanimous consent that the people in Nicaragua would come to the seriously object to those numbers. pending amendment be set aside and United States if they could. I men- Professor Harry Holzer, associate that amendment No. 147, which I have tioned that to the State Department dean and professor of public policy at offered, which deals with increased team there in Peru, and they told me Georgetown University, a great univer- fines for employers who hire illegal im- that a poll in Peru had recently shown, sity here, also testified at that same migrants, be called up. That fine cur- just about this time last year, that 70 hearing. He believes American workers rently is $250. I think that is too low. I percent of the people in Peru would do want jobs currently being held by il- ask that that be called up. come to the United States if they legal laborers. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. KLO- could. I don’t agree with this idea that BUCHAR). Is there objection? So I guess what I am saying to my these are jobs Americans want to take. Mr. DURBIN. I object. colleagues is, we need an immigration Americans are not interested in a job The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- policy that allows immigration and that is only going to last for 3 months, tion is heard. that is consistent with our historic val- that pays the minimum wage and has Mr. SESSIONS. I thank the Chair. ues as a nation that welcomes immi- no health care and no retirement bene- I think that is relevant to the issue grants, but the numbers and the skill fits. I will say that. And neither do we we are talking about: How to help peo- sets that they bring ought to be such want them to take those jobs. ple get more take-home pay for their that they do not depress wages of our Professor Holzer believes that absent labor. One of the reasons that is not lower income people because we cannot illegal immigrant competition, em- happening to the degree we would like accept everybody in the world who ployers would raise wages and improve is the large flow of illegal labor. One of would like to come here. It is not phys- working conditions to attract the the problems we have is that enforce- ically possible to any degree that we American worker: ment in the workplace is not adequate. could accept that. I believe that when immigrants are illegal, Most employers want to do the right We have a lottery section that does they do more to undercut the wages of na- thing, but a $250 fine is too low. We will not have any requirements of skills in tive-born workers, because the playing field be dealing with that again later on. it. You apply to it if you want to come isn’t level and employers don’t have to pay I yield the floor. them market wages. to America. It allows for 50,000 to be The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- . . . [T]here are jobs in industries like con- ator from Illinois. drawn out of a hat each year. And struction that I think are more appealing to those who are drawn get to come to native-born workers, and many native-born AMENDMENT NO. 221 TO AMENDMENT NO. 157 America on a random basis. We had 5 low-income men might be interested in more Mr. DURBIN. Madam President, I million people, according to Professor of those jobs. . . . Absent the immigrants, call for the regular order with respect Borjas at Harvard, who applied for the employer might need to raise those to amendment No. 157 and send a sec- those 50,000 slots. I do not blame people wages and improve those conditions of work ond-degree amendment to the desk. who want to come here. I am not de- to entice native-born workers into those The PRESIDING OFFICER. The jobs. meaning them. Most of them are good clerk will report. and decent people who want to get That is true. That is all I am saying. The assistant legislative clerk read ahead. But we have such a higher wage As we discuss the minimum wage—and as follows: base that we could attract people from I am confident somehow we will work The Senator from Illinois [Mr. DURBIN] all over the world in virtually unlim- our way through this, but there are proposes an amendment numbered 221 to ited numbers, and it does have the im- some amendments and votes that need amendment No. 157. pact, if allowed to be too great and too to be taken—it should be done only as Mr. DURBIN. I ask unanimous con- concentrated in certain industries, to part of a serious evaluation of what is sent that reading of the amendment be pull down American wages. happening to the wages of low-skilled dispensed with. While we are thinking about how to workers and middle-class workers. If The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without increase the wages of American work- we do that and think it through, we objection, it is so ordered. ers, we need to think about that. That will see we ought to reform the earned The amendment is as follows: is all I am saying. And we are going to income tax credit so people can receive At the end of the amendment add the fol- talk about that if we talk about immi- that benefit while they work. We will lowing: gration this year, as I expect we will. conclude we ought to create a savings Section 2 of the bill shall take effect one We can have immigration, but it needs program every American worker can day after date of enactment. to be done right. put money into throughout their work- Mr. DURBIN. I thank the Chair. How do we level the playing field? ing career, from the first paycheck The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Let’s consider the advice given by Dr. they get until the day of their retire- ator from Oklahoma. Barry Chiswick. He is the head of the ment. It would transform the retire- Mr. COBURN. Madam President, I Department of Economics at the Uni- ment years of those people. We have want to speak a few minutes about versity of Illinois in Chicago. He testi- that in our capability. what we are doing. I also have several fied before the Senate Judiciary Com- As we craft an immigration policy, things I would like the American peo- mittee last spring, stating: we cannot craft that policy in such a ple to see. I have spent a lot of time [T]he large increase in low-skilled immi- way that it only benefits corporate thinking about the minimum wage and gration . . . has had the effect of decreasing profits. It must be done in a way that kind of the farce of what we are doing the wages and employment opportunities of considers the impact that is occurring here. If we tell people we want them to low-skilled workers who are currently resid- on our own low-skilled workers. If we have a real minimum wage, the debate ing in the United States. do a good lawful system of immigra- ought to be about $13 an hour. If we, as He goes on to say: tion that is in harmony with our his- the Government, are going to tell the Over the past two decades . . . The real tory of immigration in America but at States and the employers what they earnings of low skilled workers have either the same time provides protection to ought to be paying, giving them a real stagnated or decreased somewhat. the least of our American workers, we minimum wage, then surely they de- [W]e . . . need to . . . provide greater assistance to low-skilled Americans in their will have done something worthwhile. serve to earn $28,000 a year. That is a quest for better jobs and higher wages. [O]ne Unfortunately, I have to say the bill livable wage. You can make it on that. of the best ways we can help them in this re- that passed the Senate last year would The fact that nobody wants to do that gard is by reducing the very substantial have been a disaster. It would have in- and it will be voted down proves they

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY S1276 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE January 29, 2007 know how onerous that would be on the ready answered this question. We are the people we want to help, which is economy. Nobody wants to do that. No- going to go through and answer it for not the vast majority of the people on body wants to so disrupt wages. But it them again. minimum wage anywhere in this coun- is OK to do it in a small amount. That There are a lot of problems associ- try—the people who we really want to is what we are talking about. ated with this. I want to put up an- help the most, not the teenagers or the The first poster I have shows that 29 other slide that shows what has hap- kids living in a family who have a min- States and the District of Columbia pened since 1998 as far as the number of imum wage job as a first job, but those have a minimum wage that is higher people on the minimum wage. It is a in Oklahoma and in 19 other States— than the Federal minimum wage. precipitous decline from over 4 million you are going to actually decrease Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, will to less than 1.9 million workers pres- their income with this bill. It is not the Senator yield for a question? ently. You need to break that down. going to have any effect. Mr. COBURN. I am happy to yield. When you break that down, when we Put Massachusetts up there on the Mr. SESSIONS. Dr. COBURN is such a say we want to help single moms with chart. The Senator from Massachusetts thoughtful commentator on many kids or four-person families, those wants Oklahoma to have his minimum issues, but he is an expert and has done working at the minimum wage, what wage bill. The median household in- a lot of work on the health care issue. happens is, when you run the numbers, come in Massachusetts is $52,354 a I know he has some of his own ideas. in many instances we are going to hurt year. The total income for somebody But one of the ways you could help people who are making the minimum making the Massachusetts minimum low-income workers would be to reduce wage. Let me prove my point. wage, they are making $45,416 if they the health care burden they pay in In Oklahoma today, if you are earn- take advantage of the benefits avail- terms of health insurance. For exam- ing the minimum wage, you have ac- able to them in Massachusetts. So his ple, the President’s proposal of tax de- cess to the following benefits: A State State won’t be impacted because he is ductibility that he made in his State of tax credit—I am talking about families already above the minimum wage the Union Address would be a rather with children on the minimum wage, which is being proposed in the min- sizable benefit to a lot of low-income and there are 40,000 of those in Okla- imum wage bill. workers, if it were passed, would it homa—a school lunch program, which How smart is it for us to decide that not? is federally sponsored; temporary as- we want to take away from the fami- Mr. COBURN. It will be a benefit but sistance to needy families; childcare lies of 19 States—those people who we not to the extent a direct tax credit to subsidies; Medicaid, which is called say we really want to help but, in es- them would be. Right now the average SoonerCare in our State; the earned in- sence, we are going to cut their American, if you are in the upper income tax credit, which is over $4,400 aftertax income by about $1,000, a net/ come scale, gets $2,700 worth of tax per year; food stamps; housing vouch- net loss for them? Is that what we in- benefit from our income tax code. And ers; plus what they earn on the min- tend to do? That is the unexpected con- if you are on the lower scale, you get imum wage. sequence of what we are going to do. $103 worth of tax benefit. What happens is, if you are a family Nobody is considering the fact that the Mr. SESSIONS. This is for health in- of four in Oklahoma today earning the 19 States that have lower minimum surance deductibility. minimum wage, your aftertax net ben- wages which will be impacted by this Mr. COBURN. Under the President’s efits, taking advantage of what we are bill—their needy families, single moms proposal, that would be narrowed. I be- supplying supporting people making with kids, are going to lose under this lieve it ought to be the same for every the minimum wage, is $36,438 per year. bill in the name of them winning. It is American. Every American ought to The median household income is only because we didn’t think it out. get the same tax benefit. I also believe $38,000 and that is pretax. So the aver- The reason we didn’t think it out is every American ought to be covered. age person receiving the benefits we because this isn’t about minimum There ought to be access for anybody have offered for people who have less wage; this is about wage compression. with disease. There are ways to do means in Oklahoma today actually has This is about raising the wages of those that, and I will be introducing a global more benefit than the average Okla- people above minimum wage. It is not health care bill within the next month homa family. What is going to happen about minimum wage. We come down that attacks every aspect of health when we pass this minimum wage for here and say it is, but it is not. It is de- care and what we need to do about it. that person in Oklahoma? What is signed to raise the wages of anybody Mr. SESSIONS. Madam President, I going to happen is, on the childcare, under $15 an hour. That is what it is wanted to say I am interested in the they are going to go from $22 a month going to do. We know wage compres- earned income tax credit, immigration, copay to $95 a month. That is what is sion. If you have 100 people working and in savings. The Senator has men- going to happen to families in Okla- and the highest is making $12 and the tioned health care. All of those are homa. TANF, they are going to go from lowest is now making $6, and you say ways, apart from mandating a salary $3,500 a year to $2,600 a year, based on they are going to have to make $7.25 or or minimum wage increase, to help this minimum wage bill. On food $7.50, what is going to happen to the workers. The bill the President pro- stamps, they are going to go from other wages? They are going to have to posed would not go as far as Senator $3,588 a year to $2,808 a year. Under this be bumped up. The minimum wage is COBURN would like to see—and I am im- very bill, that is what is going to hap- no longer designed to protect people as pressed with his analysis—but it would, pen to families earning the minimum far as their income. in fact, provide a good benefit for wage in Oklahoma. Their housing sub- You can see it from this chart and working Americans. sidy is going to go from $4,140 a year to you can see it in California—and I have Mr. COBURN. The Senator from Ala- $3,096, a 25-percent reduction. Their it for every State—where the vast ma- bama is correct. Medicaid, if they are a family of four, jority of the benefits don’t come from You can see from this chart that 29 they are not going to qualify for the what we earn in terms of a salaried job; States currently have a minimum wage whole family anymore; only their chil- they come from the other benefits the higher than the Federal minimum dren will be qualified. So, in essence, country put in as a social safety net. wage, and you can also see from the what they are going to lose is $4,600 a So in the States in which we would next chart that 14 other States are in year in aftertax benefits. raise the minimum wage that have not their legislature right now considering Net net, when you think about the done it, in 19 States what is going to increasing their own minimum wage. median household income in Oklahoma happen is we are going to hurt the very One of the things our Founders thought being $38,000 and they are paying a people we say we want to help. and planned and hoped we would stick State income tax of less than 6 percent, How is it we can do that? Why is it with is having the States be labora- and an average Federal income tax of we will do that? We will do it because tories of experimentation with respect about 18 percent, what you are going to there is a very powerful interest group to our democracy. So if you have 14 see is they are going to lose. that is behind this called the labor plus 29, you have 43 States out of 50 and In the name of helping them, they unions in this country. For every dol- the District of Columbia that have al- are going to lose. The vast majority of lar increase in labor rates paid through

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1277 the labor unions, what happens to the lose the very benefits we say we want version of his or her written testimony. In union’s fees? More money. So is it to give to them. In fact, that is what addition, each witness, on the day of the about helping those people who need will happen if this bill passes. hearing, shall provide an electronic copy of the testimony on a computer disk formatted our help or is there another agenda With that, I yield the floor. and suitable for use by the Committee. here? Mr. ISAKSON. Madam President, I (c) Each Member shall be limited to five (5) I have great respect for Senator KEN- suggest the absence of a quorum. minutes of questioning of any witness until NEDY. He is very eloquent on the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The such time as all Members attending who so But when you see his charts, there are clerk will call the roll. desire have had an opportunity to question false questions asked. He showed the The legislative clerk proceeded to the witness unless the Committee shall decide otherwise. increase in the level of income in this call the roll. (d) The Chairman and Vice Chairman or country since we raised the minimum Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask the ranking Majority and Minority Members wage. It doesn’t consider all of the unanimous consent that the order for present at the hearing may each appoint one other things that have happened over the quorum call be rescinded. Committee staff member to question each the last 20 years that, through produc- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without witness. Such staff member may question tivity increases, have raised wages. objection, it is so ordered. the witness only after all Members present Mandating a minimum wage in any have completed their questioning of the wit- f ness or at such time as the Chairman and market by any economist will not in- MORNING BUSINESS Vice Chairman or the Ranking Majority and crease the market. That is not the rea- Minority Members present may agree. son. It looks good on a chart. But you Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA don’t consider all of the other benefits unanimous consent that there now be a Rule 5(a). A legislative measure or subject and factors that might have considered period for the transaction of morning shall be included in the agenda of the next that. You just say this must have been business, with Senators allowed to following business meeting of the Committee it because it looks like it. I can show speak therein for up to 10 minutes if a written request by a Member for consid- that on anything that we do in the each. eration of such measure or subject has been Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without filed with the Chairman of the Committee at least one week prior to such meeting. Noth- Here is a chart for New York. The objection, it is so ordered. ing in this rule shall be construed to limit State of New York is another example. f the authority of the Chairman of the Com- The wage per-job average is $51,165. A COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS mittee to include legislative measures or single mom earning minimum wage subjects on the Committee agenda in the ab- RULES OF PROCEDURE under New York’s level, which is at sence of such request. $7.15 right now, and taking advantage Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I (b) Notice of, and the agenda for, any busi- of all of the benefits there, aftertax in- ask unanimous consent to have printed ness meeting of the Committee shall be provided to each Member and made available to in the RECORD The Committee on In- come is $49,000 a year in benefits. I am the public at least two days prior to such not saying cut the benefits; I am say- dian Affairs Rules of Procedure. meeting, and no new items may be added ing don’t do something that will cut There being no objection, the mate- after the agenda published except by the ap- the benefits to those people you say rial was ordered to be printed in the proval of a majority of the Members of the you are going to help. RECORD, as follows: Committee. The notice and agenda of any It is interesting when you look at COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS business meeting may be provided to the this number, knowing that taxes—if Members by electronic mail, provided that a Rule 1. The Standing Rules of the Senate, paper copy will be provided to any Member you look at New York City’s tax, you Senate Resolution 4, and the provisions of upon request. The Clerk shall promptly no- pay a city income tax, a State income the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946, tify absent members of any action taken by tax, and a Federal income tax. Those as amended by the Legislative Reorganiza- the Committee on matters not included in people making minimum wage have tion Act of 1970, to the extent the provisions the published agenda. more aftertax income in terms of bene- of such Act are applicable to the Committee (c) Any bill or resolution to be considered on Indian Affairs and supplemented by these by the Committee shall be filed with the fits and salary than the average house- rules, are adopted as the rules of the Com- hold in New York City. We have to ask Clerk of the Committee not less than 48 mittee. hours in advance of the Committee meeting. the question, do we want to help peo- MEETINGS OF THE COMMITTEE Any amendment(s) to legislation to be con- ple? sidered shall be filed with the Clerk not less The Senator from Alabama talked Rule 2. The Committee shall meet on Thursdays while the Congress is in session than 24 hours in advance. This rule may be about making sure that the earned infor the purpose of conducting business, un- waived by the Chairman with the concur- come tax credit comes as a part of your less for the convenience of the Members, the rence of the Vice Chairman. wage every month instead of at the end Chairman shall set some other day for a QUORUM of the year. It is a great idea and ought meeting. Additional meetings may be called Rule 6(a). Except as provided in subsection to be something we want to do. I want by the Chairman as he may deem necessary. (b), a majority of the Members shall con- to show again what is going to happen OPEN HEARINGS AND MEETINGS stitute a quorum for the transaction of busi- to families earning the minimum wage ness of the Committee. Consistent with Sen- Rule 3. Hearings and business meetings of ate rules, a quorum is presumed to be in Oklahoma. There is a net loss of the Committee shall be open to the public present unless the absence of a quorum is $232, but that doesn’t include the taxes. except when the Chairman by a majority noted by a Member. So the net loss for Oklahoma families vote orders a closed hearing or meeting. (b) One Member shall constitute a quorum who are on minimum wage under the HEARING PROCEDURE for the purpose of conducting a hearing or new minimum wage, in essence, will be Rule 4(a). Public notice, including notice taking testimony on any measure before the about $1,200. Is that what we want to to Members of the Committee, shall be given Committee. do to Oklahoma and 18 other States? I of the date, place and subject matter of any VOTING don’t think so. We have to take the lid hearing to be held by the Committee at least Rule 7(a). A recorded vote of the Members off of this pressure cooker. For us to one week in advance of such hearing unless shall be taken upon the request of any Mem- the Chairman of the Committee, with the ber. pass a minimum wage that undermines concurrence of the Vice Chairman, deter- (b) A measure may be reported from the the very people we are saying we want mines that the hearing is non-controversial Committee unless an objection is made by a to help does not, in the long run, do or that special circumstances require expe- member, in which case a recorded vote by anything except help organized labor, dited procedures and a majority of the Com- the Members shall be required. 1; No. 2, it makes certain jobs go away; mittee Members attending concurs. In no (c) Proxy voting shall be permitted on all we know it will, No. 3, send more jobs case shall a hearing be conducted with less matters, except that proxies may not be counted for the purpose of determining the out of this country. than 24 hours’ notice. (b) At least 72 hours in advance of a hear- presence of a quorum. Unless further limited, I believe and I hope the Senator from a proxy shall be exercised only for the date Massachusetts will look at our data. I ing, each witness who is to appear before the Committee shall submit his or her testimony for which it is given and upon the terms pub- hope he will try to amend his bill in by way of electronic mail, in a format deter- lished in the agenda for that date. such a way so that we have either a mined by the Committee and sent to an elec- SWORN TESTIMONY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS safe harbor or some other mechanism tronic mail address specified by the Com- Rule 8. Witnesses in Committee hearings so the people in these 19 States don’t mittee, or shall submit an original, printed may be required to give testimony under

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The chairman shall give the nominee shall submit a financial statement, After the date on which the majority and mi- Members written notice of any committee on forms to be perfected by the Committee, nority Members of the special committee are meeting, accompanied by an agenda enumer- which shall be sworn to by the nominee as to initially appointed on or affect the effective ating the items of business to be considered, its completeness and accuracy. All such date of title I of the Committee System Re- at least 5 days in advance of such meeting. statements shall be made public by the Com- organization Amendments of 1977, each time (c) Shortened Notice. A hearing or meeting mittee unless the Committee, in executive a vacancy occurs in the Membership of the may be called on not less than 24 hours no- session, determines that special cir- special committee, the number of Members tice if the chairman, with the concurrence of cumstances require a full or partial excep- of the special committee shall be reduced by the ranking minority Member, determines tion to this rule. Members of the Committee one until the number of Members of the spe- that there is good cause to begin the hearing are urged to make public a complete disclo- cial committee consists of nine Senators. or meeting on shortened notice. An agenda (2) For the purposes of paragraph 1 of rule sure of their financial interests on forms to will be furnished prior to such a meeting. XXV; paragraphs 1, 7(a)(1)–(2), 9, and 10(a) of be perfected by the Committee in the man- 4. Presiding Officer. The chairman shall rule XXVI; and paragraphs 1(a)–(d), and 2(a) ner required in the case of Presidential preside when present. If the chairman is not and (d) of rule XXVII of the Standing Rules nominees. present at any meeting or hearing, the rank- of the Senate; and the purposes of section ing majority Member present shall preside. CONFIDENTIAL TESTIMONY 202(I) and (j) of the Legislative Reorganiza- Any Member of the committee may preside Rule 9. No confidential testimony taken tion Act of 1946, the special committee shall over the conduct of a hearing. by, or confidential material presented to the be treated as a standing committee of the Committee or any report of the proceedings Senate. II. CLOSED SESSIONS AND CONFIDENTIAL of a closed Committee hearing or business (b)(1) It shall be the duty of the special MATERIALS meeting shall be made public in whole or in committee to conduct a continuing study of 1. Procedure. All meetings and hearings part, or by way of summary, unless author- any and all matters pertaining to problems shall be open to the public unless closed. To ized by a majority of the Members of the and opportunities of older people, including, close a meeting or hearing or portion there- Committee at a business meeting called for but not limited to, problems and opportuni- of, a motion shall be made and seconded to the purpose of making such a determination. ties of maintaining health, of assuring ade- go into closed discussion of whether the quate income, of finding employment, of en- meeting or hearing will concern the matters DEFAMATORY STATEMENTS gaging in productive and rewarding activity, enumerated in Rule II.3. Immediately after Rule 10. Any person whose name is men- of securing proper housing, and when nec- such discussion, the meeting or hearing may tioned or who is specifically identified in, or essary, of obtaining care or assistance. No be closed by a vote in open session of a ma- who believes that testimony or other evi- proposed legislation shall be referred to such jority of the Members of the committee dence presented at, an open Committee hear- committee, and such committee shall not present. ing tends to defame him or her or otherwise have power to report by bill, or otherwise 2. Witness Request. Any witness called for adversely affect his or her reputation may have legislative jurisdiction. a hearing may submit a written request to file with the Committee for its consideration (2) The special committee shall, from time the chairman no later than 24 hours in ad- and action a sworn statement of facts rel- to time (but not less than once year), report vance for his examination to be in closed or evant to such testimony of evidence. to the Senate the results of the study con- open session. 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Pho- cretion, (A) to make investigations into any sonnel or internal staff management or pro- tographers and reporters using mechanical matter within its jurisdiction, (B) to make cedure; (3) matters tending to reflect ad- recording, filming, or broadcasting devices expenditures from the contingent fund of the versely on the character or reputation or to shall position their equipment so as not to Senate, (C) to employ personnel, (D) to hold invade the privacy of the individuals; (4) interfere with the sight, vision, and hearing hearings, (E) to sit and act at any time or committee investigations; (5) other matters of Members and staff on the dais or with the place during the sessions, recesses, and ad- orderly process of the meeting or hearing. journed periods of the Senate, (F) to require, enumerated in Senate Rule XXVI (5)(b). 4. Confidential Matter. No record made of a AUTHORIZING SUBPOENAS by subpoena or otherwise, the attendance of closed session, or material declared confiden- witnesses and the production of correspond- Rule 12. The Chairman may, with the tial by a majority of the committee, or re- agreement of the Vice Chairman, or the ence books, papers, and documents, (G) to take depositions and other testimony, (H) to port of the proceedings of a closed session, Committee may, by majority vote, authorize shall be made public, in whole or in part or the issuance of subpoenas. procure the service of individual consultants or organizations thereof (as authorized by by way of summary, unless specifically au- AMENDING THE RULES section 202(I) of the Legislative Reorganiza- thorized by the chairman and ranking mi- Rule 13. These rules may be amended only tion Act of 1946, as amended) and (I) with the nority Member. by a vote of a majority of all the Members of prior consent of the Government department 5. Broadcasting: (a) Control. Any meeting or hearing open the Committee in a business meeting of the or agency concerned and the Committee on to the public may be covered by television, Committee: Provided, that no vote may be Rules and Administration, to use on a reim- radio, or still photography. Such coverage taken on any proposed amendment unless bursable basis the services of personnel of must be conducted in an orderly and unob- such amendment is reproduced in full in the any such department or agency. Committee agenda for such meeting at least (2) The chairman of the special committee trusive manner, and the chairman may for seven (7) days in advance of such meeting. or any Member thereof may administer good cause terminate such coverage in whole or in part, or take such other action to con- f oaths to witnesses. (3) Subpoenas authorized by the special trol it as the circumstances may warrant. SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON AGING committee may be issued over the signature (b) Request. A witness may request of the RULES OF PROCEDURE of the chairman, or any Member of the spe- chairman, on grounds of distraction, harassment, personal safety, or physical discom- Mr. KOHL, Madam President, in ac- cial committee designated by the chairman, and may be served by any person designated fort, that during his testimony cameras, cordance with rule XXVI, paragraph 2, by the chairman or the Member signing the media microphones, and lights shall not be of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I subpoena. directed at him. hereby submit for publication in the (d) All records and papers of the temporary III. QUORUMS AND VOTING CONGRESSIONAL RECORD the Rules of Special Committee on Aging established by 1. Reporting. A majority shall constitute a the Special Committee on Aging. Senate Resolution 33, 87th Congress, are quorum for reporting a resolution, rec- There being no objection, the mate- transferred to the special committee. ommendation or report to the Senate. rial was ordered to be printed in the RULES OF PROCEDURE 2. Committee Business. A third shall con- RECORD, as follows: I. CONVENING OF MEETINGS AND HEARINGS stitute a quorum for the conduct of com- 1. Meetings. The committee shall meet to mittee business, other than a final vote on SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON AGING—JURISDICTION conduct committee business at the call of reporting, providing a minority Member is AND AUTHORITY the chairman. present. One Member shall constitute a S. RES. 4, § 104, 95TH CONGRESS, 1ST SESSION (1977) 2. Special Meetings. The Members of the quorum for the receipt of evidence, the (a)(1) There is established a Special Com- committee may call additional meetings as swearing of witnesses, and the taking of tes- mittee on Aging (hereafter in this section re- provided in Senate Rule XXVI (3). timony at hearings.

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If a witness objects to a question (b) Procedure. The chairman shall cir- 5. Transcript. An accurate electronic or and refuses to testify on the basis of rel- culate polling sheets to each Member speci- stenographic record shall be kept of the tes- evance or privilege, the committee staff may fying the matter being polled and the time timony of all witnesses in executive and pub- proceed with the deposition, or may at that limit for completion of the poll. If any Mem- lic hearings. Any witness shall be afforded, time or at a subsequent time, seek a ruling ber so requests in advance of the meeting, upon request, the right to review that por- by telephone or otherwise on the objection the matter shall be held for meeting rather tion of such record, and for this purpose, a from a Member of the committee. If the than being polled. The clerk shall keep a copy of a witness’s testimony in public or Member overrules the objection, he may record of polls, if the chairman determines closed session shall be provided to the wit- refer the matter to the committee or he may that the polled matter is one of the areas ness. Upon inspecting his transcript, within order and direct the witness to answer the enumerated in Rule II.3, the record of the a time limit set by the committee clerk, a question, but the committee shall not ini- poll shall be confidential. Any Member may witness may request changes in testimony to tiate the procedures leading to civil or move at the committee meeting following a correct errors of transcription, grammatical criminal enforcement unless the witness re- poll for a vote on the polled decision. errors, and obvious errors of fact, the chair- fuses to testify after he has been ordered and man or a staff officer designated by him IV. INVESTIGATIONS directed to answer by a Member of the com- shall rule on such request. 1. Authorization for Investigations. All in- mittee. 6. Impugned Persons. Any person who be- 4. Filing. The committee staff shall see vestigations shall be conducted on a bipar- lieves that evidence presented, or comment tisan basis by committee staff. Investiga- that the testimony is transcribed or elec- made by a Member or staff, at a public hear- tronically recorded. If it is transcribed, the tions may be initiated by the committee ing or at a closed hearing concerning which staff upon the approval of the chairman and witness shall be furnished with a copy for re- there have been public reports, tends to im- view. No later than five days thereafter, the the ranking minority Member. Staff shall pugn his character or adversely affect his keep the committee fully informed of the witness shall return a signed copy, and the reputation may: staff shall enter the changes, if any, re- progress of continuing investigations, except (a) file a sworn statement of facts relevant quested by the witness in accordance with where the chairman and the ranking minor- to the evidence or comment, which shall be Rule V.6. If the witness fails to return a ity Member agree that there exists tem- placed in the hearing record; signed copy, the staff shall note on the tran- porary cause for more limited knowledge. (b) request the opportunity to appear per- script the date a copy was provided and the 2. Subpoenas. Subpoenas for the attend- sonally before the committee to testify in failure to return it. The individual admin- ance of witnesses or the production of memo- his own behalf; and randa, documents, records, or any other ma- (c) submit questions in writing which he istering the oath shall certify on the tran- terials shall be issued by the chairman, or by requests be used for the cross-examination of script that the witness was duly sworn in his any other Member of the committee des- other witnesses called by the committee. presence, the transcriber shall certify that ignated by him. Prior to the issuance of each The chairman shall inform the committee of the transcript is a true record to the testi- subpoena, the ranking minority Member, and such requests for appearance or cross-exam- mony, and the transcript shall then be filed any other Member so requesting, shall be no- ination. If the committee so decides; the re- with the committee clerk. Committee staff tified regarding the identity of the person to quested questions, or paraphrased versions may stipulate with the witness to changes in whom the subpoena will be issued and the or portions of them, shall be put to the other this procedure; deviations from the proce- nature of the information sought, and its re- witness by a Member or by staff. dure which do not substantially impair the lationship to the investigation. 7. Minority Witnesses. Whenever any hear- reliability of the record shall not relieve the 3. Investigative Reports. All reports con- ing is conducted by the committee, the mi- witness from his obligation to testify truth- taining findings or recommendations stem- nority on the committee shall be entitled, fully. ming from committee investigations shall be upon request made by a majority of the mi- 5. Commissions. The committee may au- printed only with the approval of a majority nority Members to the chairman, to call wit- thorize the staff, by issuance of commis- of the Members of the committee. nesses selected by the minority to testify or sions, to fill in prepared subpoenas, conduct field hearings, inspect locations, facilities, V. HEARINGS produce documents with respect to the measure or matter under consideration during at or systems of records, or otherwise act on be- 1. Notice. Witnesses called before the com- half of the committee. Commissions shall be mittee shall be given, absent extraordinary least one day of the hearing. Such request must be made before the completion of the accompanied by instructions from the com- circumstances, at least 48 hours notice, and mittee regulating their use. all witnesses called shall be furnished with a hearing or, if subpoenas are required to call VII. SUBCOMMITTEES copy of these rules upon request. the minority witnesses, no later than three 2. Oath. All witnesses who testify to mat- days before the completion of the hearing. 1. Establishment. The committee will oper- ters of fact shall be sworn unless the com- 8. Conduct of Witnesses, Counsel and Mem- ate as a Committee of the Whole, reserving mittee waives the oath. The chairman, or bers of the Audience. If, during public or ex- to itself the right to establish temporary any member, may request and administer ecutive sessions, a witness, his counsel, or subcommittees at any time by majority the oath. any spectator conducts himself in such a vote. The chairman of the full committee 3. Statement. Witnesses are required to manner as to prevent, impede, disrupt, ob- and the ranking minority Member shall be make an introductory statement and shall struct, or interfere with the orderly adminis- ex officio Members of all subcommittees. file 150 copies of such statement with the tration of such hearing the chairman or pre- 2. Jurisdiction. Within its jurisdiction as chairman or clerk of the committee at least siding Member of the committee present dur- described in the Standing Rules of the Sen- 72 hours in advance of their appearance, un- ing such hearing may request the Sergeant ate, each subcommittee is authorized to con- less the chairman and ranking minority at Arms of the Senate, his representative or duct investigations, including use of sub- Member determine that there is good cause any law enforcement official to eject said poenas, depositions, and commissions. 3. Rules. A subcommittee shall be governed for a witness’s failure to do so. A witness person from the hearing room. by the committee rules, except that its shall be allowed no more than ten minutes to VI. DEPOSITIONS AND COMMISSIONS quorum for all business shall be one-third of orally summarize their prepared statement. 1. Notice. Notices for the taking of deposi- 4. Counsel: tions in an investigation authorized by the the subcommittee Membership, and for hear- (a) A witness’s counsel shall be permitted committee shall be authorized and issued by ings shall be one Member. to be present during his testimony at any the chairman or by a staff officer designated VIII. REPORTS public or closed hearing or depositions or by him. Such notices shall specify a time and Committee reports incorporating com- staff interview to advise such witness of his place for examination, and the name of the mittee findings and recommendations shall rights, provided, however, that in the case of staff officer or officers who will take the dep- be printed only with the prior approval of any witness who is an officer or employee of osition. Unless otherwise specified, the depo- the committee, after an adequate period for the government, or of a corporation or asso- sition shall be in private. The committee review and comment. The printing, as com- ciation, the chairman may rule that rep- shall not initiate procedures leading to mittee documents, of materials prepared by resentation by counsel from the government, criminal or civil enforcement proceedings for staff for informational purposes, or the corporation, or association creates a conflict a witness’s failure to appear unless the depo- printing of materials not originating with of interest, and that the witness shall be rep- sition notice was accompanied by a com- the committee or staff, shall require prior resented by personal counsel not from the mittee subpoena. consultation with the minority staff; these government, corporation, or association. 2. Counsel. Witnesses may be accompanied publications shall have the following lan- (b) A witness is unable for economic rea- at a deposition by counsel to advise them of guage printed on the cover of the document: sons to obtain counsel may inform the com- their rights, subject to the provisions of Rule ‘‘Note: This document has been printed for mittee at least 48 hours prior to the V.4. informational purposes. It does not represent

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He was less than a majority of the committee unanimously approved by the Senate present so determine at a committee meet- competitive position of such person; or (F) may divulge matters required to be Armed Services Committee because of ing preceded by at least 3 days notice of the his leadership skills and his oper- amendments or revisions proposed. kept confidential under other provisions of law or Government regulations. ational experience. And he is widely f 3. Each witness who is to appear before the recognized as one of the military’s top COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE, Committee or any subcommittee shall file experts on counterinsurgency oper- SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION with the Committee, at least 24 hours in ad- ations. vance of the hearing, a written statement of RULES OF PROCEDURE the witness’s testimony in as many copies as He is an excellent choice to be en- Mr. INOUYE. Madam President, the the Chairman of the Committee or sub- trusted with the operational command Committee on Commerce, Science, and committee prescribes. and welfare of over 130,000 American Transportation adopted rules gov- 4. Field hearings of the full Committee, servicemembers who are in the middle erning its procedures for the 110th Con- and any subcommittee thereof, shall be of a bloody sectarian battle over the scheduled only when authorized by the future of Iraq. He is familiar with the gress on January 24. Pursuant to rule Chairman and ranking minority member of XXVI, paragraph 2, of the Standing situation in that country from his ex- the full Committee. periences as an infantry division com- Rules of the Senate, on behalf of my- II. QUORUMS self and Senator STEVENS, I ask unani- 1. A majority of the members, which in- mander during and immediately after mous consent that the accompanying cludes at least 1 minority member, shall con- the invasion of Iraq, and from his ten- Rules from the Senate Committee on stitute a quorum for official action of the ure as the commander of U.S. efforts to Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Committee when reporting a bill, resolution, train and equip Iraqi security forces. or nomination. Proxies may not be counted tation be printed in the RECORD. Altogether, he has served 27 months in There being no objection, the mate- in making a quorum for purposes of this Iraq since the war began. paragraph. rial was ordered to be printed in the I was impressed by the fact that Gen- 2. Eight members shall constitute a eral Petraeus promised to regularly up- RECORD, as follows: quorum for the transaction of all business as date Congress on whether the Presi- RULES OF THE COMMITTEE ON COM- may be considered by the Committee, except MERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPOR- for the reporting of a bill, resolution, or dent’s new plan in Iraq is working and TATION nomination. Proxies may not be counted in on how much progress the Iraqi Gov- I. MEETINGS OF THE COMMITTEE making a quorum for purposes of this para- ernment is making toward assuming 1. The regular meeting dates of the Com- graph. responsibility for security. 3. For the purpose of taking sworn testi- mittee shall be the first and third Tuesdays But my support for General mony a quorum of the Committee and each of each month. Additional meetings may be Petraeus’s nomination should not be subcommittee thereof, now or hereafter ap- called by the Chairman as the Chairman may taken as support for the President’s de- pointed, shall consist of 1 Senator. deem necessary, or pursuant to the provi- cision to send additional soldiers and III. PROXIES sions of paragraph 3 of rule XXVI of the marines to Iraq and to escalate our Standing Rules of the Senate. When a record vote is taken in the Com- mittee on any bill, resolution, amendment, military involvement there. 2. Meetings of the Committee, or any sub- I am very skeptical that the Presi- committee, including meetings to conduct or any other question, the required quorum hearings, shall be open to the public, except being present, a member who is unable to at- dent’s plan to send 21,500 additional that a meeting or series of meetings by the tend the meeting may submit his or her vote troops to Iraq is going to work. Committee, or any subcommittee, on the by proxy, in writing or by telephone, or I have listened to what President same subject for a period of no more than 14 through personal instructions. Bush and his advisers have said about calendar days may be closed to the public on IV. BROADCASTING OF HEARINGS the subject, and I listened to what Gen- a motion made and seconded to go into Public hearings of the full Committee, or eral Petreaus said during his confirma- closed session to discuss only whether the any subcommittee thereof, shall be televised tion hearing. But I do not think they matters enumerated in subparagraphs (A) or broadcast only when authorized by the Chairman and the ranking minority member have adequately explained away the through (F) would require the meeting to be Senate testimony given less than 2 closed, followed immediately by a record of the full Committee. vote in open session by a majority of the V. SUBCOMMITTEES months ago by General Abizaid, the top members of the Committee, or any sub- 1. Any member of the Committee may sit commander of American troops in Iraq. committee, when it is determined that the with any subcommittee during its hearings. In November General Abizaid said: matter to be discussed or the testimony to 2. Subcommittees shall be considered de I met with every divisional commander, be taken at such meeting or meetings— novo whenever there is a change in the chair- General Casey, the corps commander, Gen- (A) will disclose matters necessary to be manship, and seniority on the particular eral Dempsey. We all talked together. And I kept secret in the interests of national de- subcommittee shall not necessarily apply. said, ‘‘In your professional opinion, if we fense or the confidential conduct of the for- VI. CONSIDERATION OF BILLS AND RESOLU- were to bring in more American troops now, eign relations of the United States; TIONS does that add considerably to our ability to (B) will relate solely to matters of Com- It shall not be in order during a meeting of achieve success in Iraq?’’ And they all said mittee staff personnel or internal staff man- the Committee to move to proceed to the no. The reason is because we want the Iraqis agement or procedure; consideration of any bill or resolution unless to do more. It is easy for the Iraqis to rely (C) will tend to charge an individual with the bill or resolution has been filed with the upon us to do this work. I believe that more crime or misconduct, to disgrace or injure Clerk of the Committee not less than 48 American forces prevent the Iraqis from the professional standing of an individual, or hours in advance of the Committee meeting, doing more, from taking more responsibility otherwise to expose an individual to public in as many copies as the Chairman of the for their own future. Committee prescribes. This rule may be contempt or obloquy, or will represent a Has that changed? Has something clearly unwarranted invasion of the privacy waived with the concurrence of the Chair- of an individual; man and the ranking minority member of changed in 2 months? The question for (D) will disclose the identity of any in- the full Committee. us now is: Should American troops be former or law enforcement agent or will dis- f in the middle of that civil war? Should close any information relating to the inves- we send additional troops to that cir- tigation or prosecution of a criminal offense NOMINATION OF GENERAL DAVID cumstance? If so, for what purpose? that is required to be kept secret in the in- PETRAEUS And why the change only two months terest of effective law enforcement; Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I re- after General Abizaid said the com- (E) will disclose information relating to gret that commitments in North Da- manders do not believe additional the trade secrets of, or financial or commer- kota prevented me from voting on the cial information pertaining specifically to, a troops will be effective? given person if— nomination of David H. Petraeus to be That issue is going to be debated here (1) an Act of Congress requires the infor- promoted to the rank of General in the in Congress in the coming weeks. All of mation to be kept confidential by Govern- U.S. Army and to be commander of us in that debate want to find the right ment officers and employees; or Multinational Forces Iraq. solution for this country to support our

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A communication from the Assist- vation of the Highlands along with ant Director, Executive and Political Per- ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS many other efforts. sonnel, transmitting, pursuant to law, (14) reports relative to vacancy announcements For her groundbreaking efforts as a within the Department, received on January TRIBUTE TO HELEN FENSKE champion of the environment, Helen 25, 2007; to the Committee on Armed Serv- Fenske was the deserving honoree of ∑ ices. Mr. MENENDEZ. Madam President, numerous awards, including the EC–495. A communication from the Under today I wish to honor Helen Fenske, Marcellus Hartley Dodge Award from Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Tech- the grandmother of environmentalism the Great Swamp Watershed Associa- nology and Logistics), transmitting, pursu- in my great home State of New Jersey. tion; a Congressional Citation for her ant to law, a report relative to the Depart- I join with New Jerseyeans and envi- ment’s purchases from foreign entities for work in saving the Great Swamp and fiscal year 2006; to the Committee on Armed ronmentalists everywhere in mourning the creation of the American Revolu- her passing on January 19, 2007. Services. tion Heritage Corridor; the Achieve- EC–496. A communication from the Liaison Helen was truly a pioneer in under- ment Award of the Washington Asso- Officer, Office of the Secretary, Department standing the importance of preserving ciation; and honorary degrees from of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, our environmental resources for future Ramapo College and Drew University. the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Department of generations. Her activism began in the Even after she moved to New Hamp- Defense Policy on Organizations that Seek late 1950s and early 1960s, when the to Represent or Organize Members of the shire, she remained in touch with her Armed Forces in Negotiation or Collective Port Authority of New York and New New Jersey roots, always connected to Jersey had plans to build a jetport on Bargaining’’ (RIN0790–AH99) received on Jan- her fight to preserve the Great Swamp uary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Armed swampy land in Chatham Township, in and its environs. She died in New Services. Morris County, NJ. But not on Helen Hampshire, but left a living legacy in EC–497. A communication from the Direc- Fenske’s watch. Self-described as ‘‘the New Jersey. She will be greatly missed, tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- little old lady in sneakers,’’ she under- but the legacy of the ‘‘old lady in stood that the swamp was a treasure— ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- sneakers’’ has been passed on to a new titled ‘‘Restriction on Carbon, Alloy, and an environmentally sensitive area—and generation of environmentalists who that a jetport would be an ecological Armor Steel Plate’’ (DFARS Case 2005–D002) have taken on her very important mis- received on January 25, 2007; to the Com- disaster to the region. With dogged de- sion.∑ mittee on Armed Services. termination, Helen Fenske mobilized a EC–498. A communication from the Liaison group of likeminded residents in the f Officer, Office of the Secretary, Department Green Village vicinity. In a grassroots MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, effort that included raising money, cre- the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Service by Messages from the President of the ating awareness, and lobbying to retain Members of the Armed Forces on State and United States were communicated to Local Juries’’ (RIN0790–AH99) received on this environmental resource, Helen the Senate by Ms. Evans, one of his January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Armed Fenske managed to procure substantial secretaries. Services. acreage to be donated to the federal EC–499. A communication from the Direc- government. This acreage became the f tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- nucleus of the 7500 acre Great Swamp EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED National Wildlife Refuge—established ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- by Congress in November 1960. As in executive session the Presiding titled ‘‘Material Inspection and Receiving Report’’ (DFARS Case 2003–D085) received on The Great Swamp National Wildlife Officer laid before the Senate messages from the President of the United January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Armed Refuge is, indeed, a treasure and was Services. the first refuge to receive national wil- States submitting sundry nominations EC–500. A communication from the Direc- derness recognition—signed into law by which were referred to the appropriate tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition President Johnson in 1968. This was the committees. Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- culmination of Helen Fenske’s efforts (The nominations received today are ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- to save the Great Swamp. Thanks to printed at the end of the Senate pro- titled ‘‘Inflation Adjustment of Acquisition- ceedings.) Related Thresholds’’ (DFARS Case 2004–D022) Helen’s perseverance and vision, today, received on January 25, 2007; to the Com- one can walk on a boardwalk through f mittee on Armed Services. vast portions of the swamp to enjoy EXECUTIVE AND OTHER EC–501. A communication from the Deputy Chief, Programs and Legislation Division, the natural wildlife that inhabits it, in- COMMUNICATIONS cluding 244 species of birds, mammals Department of the Air Force, transmitting, such as red fox, coyote, beaver, rac- The following communications were pursuant to law, a report relative to a com- coons, fish, reptiles, and amphibians, laid before the Senate, together with petition that was performed to reduce the cost of the Base Operating Support function and many large oak and beech trees, accompanying papers, reports, and documents, and were referred as indicated: at Homestead Air Reserve Base; to the Com- and plants such as mountain laurel, mittee on Armed Services. mosses, and ferns. EC–491. A communication from the Admin- EC–502. A communication from the Chief But Helen Fenske’s legend did not istrator, Dairy Programs, Department of Ag- Counsel, Federal Emergency Management stop with the Great Swamp. She went riculture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Agency, Department of Homeland Security, on to become an environmental advo- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Milk in the North- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of east and Other Marketing Areas—Interim cate assuming key leadership positions a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in Flood Elevation Final Order’’ (Docket No. DA–06–01) received Determinations’’ (72 FR 269) received on Jan- in State government, as special assist- on January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Ag- uary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Banking, ant to the first commissioner of the riculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Housing, and Urban Affairs. New Jersey Department of Environ- EC–492. A communication from the Chair- EC–503. A communication from the Chief mental Protection, Richard Sullivan, man and Chief Executive Officer, Office of Counsel, Federal Emergency Management and Assistant Commissioner for Nat- Secondary Market Oversight, Farm Credit Agency, Department of Homeland Security, ural and Historic Resources. Her lead- Administration, transmitting, pursuant to transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ership became the inspiration for a law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Federal a rule entitled ‘‘Final Flood Elevation Deter- Agricultural Mortgage Corporation Funding myriad of conservation efforts, includ- minations’’ (72 FR 272) received on January and Fiscal Affairs; Federal Agricultural 25, 2007; to the Committee on Banking, Hous- ing the battle to save Sunfish Pond Mortgage Corporation Disclosure and Re- ing, and Urban Affairs. along the Appalachian Trail at the porting Requirements; Risk-Based Capital EC–504. A communication from the Chief Delaware Water Gap. She was addition- Requirements’’ (RIN3052–AC17) received on Counsel, Federal Emergency Management

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A communication from the Chair- tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- Fan Light Kits’’ (RIN1904–AB54) received on man, Securities and Exchange Commission, ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant January 25, 2007; to the Committee on En- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tem- ergy and Natural Resources. ative to the Commission’s competitions in porary Rule; Closure (New Jersey Summer EC–528. A communication from the Admin- fiscal year 2006; to the Committee on Bank- Flounder Commercial Fishery)’’ (I.D. No. istrator, Environmental Protection Agency, ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. 111406C) received on January 25, 2007; to the transmitting, pursuant to law, the report en- EC–506. A communication from the Direc- Committee on Commerce, Science, and titled ‘‘Annual Report to Congress on Imple- tor, Office of Legislative Affairs, Federal De- Transportation. mentation of Public Law 106–107’’; to the posit Insurance Corporation, transmitting, EC–517. A communication from the Direc- Committee on Environment and Public pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- Works. ‘‘Reports and Public Disclosure of Indebted- ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant EC–529. A communication from the Acting ness of Executive Officers and Principal to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tem- Assistant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife and Shareholders to a State Nonmember Bank porary Rule; Inseason Bluefish Quota Trans- Parks, Fish and Wildlife Service, Depart- and its Correspondent Banks’’ (RIN3064– fer from Maryland to Rhode Island and Dela- ment of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant AD14) received on January 25, 2007; to the ware to Rhode Island’’ (I.D. No. 121806B) re- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endan- Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban ceived on January 25, 2007; to the Committee gered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Affairs. on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Designation of Critical Habitat for Alabama EC–507. A communication from the Direc- EC–518. A communication from the Direc- Beach Mouse’’ (RIN1018–AU46) received on tor, Office of Legislative Affairs, Federal De- tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Envi- posit Insurance Corporation, transmitting, ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant ronment and Public Works. pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Fish- EC–530. A communication from the Sec- ‘‘Community Reinvestment’’ (RIN3064–AD11) eries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off retary of the Interior, transmitting, pursu- received on January 25, 2007; to the Com- Alaska; Arrowtooth Flounder and Flathead ant to law, the Department’s Strategic Plan mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- Sole in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands for fiscal years 2007–2012; to the Committee fairs. Management Area’’ (I.D. No. 122006D) re- on Environment and Public Works. EC–508. A communication from the Chief ceived on January 25, 2007; to the Committee EC–531. A communication from the Acting Counsel, Federal Emergency Management on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Regulations Officer, Office of Disability and EC–519. A communication from the Direc- Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Income Security Programs, Social Security tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Administration, transmitting, pursuant to ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant a rule entitled ‘‘Final Flood Elevation Deter- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Title II to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tem- minations’’ (71 FR 75885) received on January Cost-of-Living Adjustments in Primary In- porary Rule; Inseason Summer Flounder 25, 2007; to the Committee on Banking, Hous- surance Amounts’’ (RIN0960–AG42) received Quota Transfers from Maryland to New ing, and Urban Affairs. on January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Fi- York’’ (I.D. No. 121906A–X) received on Janu- EC–509. A communication from the Chief nance. ary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Commerce, Counsel, Federal Emergency Management EC–532. A communication from the Chief of Science, and Transportation. Agency, Department of Homeland Security, EC–520. A communication from the Direc- the Trade and Commercial Regulations transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- Branch, Customs and Border Protection, De- a rule entitled ‘‘Final Flood Elevation Deter- ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant partment of Homeland Security, transmit- minations’’ (71 FR 76206) received on January to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Closure ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- 25, 2007; to the Committee on Banking, Hous- of Tilefish Permit Category C to Directed titled ‘‘Fees for Certain Services’’ (RIN1505– ing, and Urban Affairs. Tilefish Fishing—Temporary Rule’’ received AB62) received on January 25, 2007; to the EC–510. A communication from the Sec- on January 25, 2007; to the Committee on Committee on Finance. retary of the Treasury, transmitting, pursu- Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC–533. A communication from the Assist- ant to law, a six-month periodic report on EC–521. A communication from the Acting ant Secretary, Office of Legislative Affairs, the national emergency with respect to the Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, De- Department of State, transmitting, pursuant Western Balkans that was declared in Execu- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- to law, a report relative to the President’s tive Order 13219 of June 26, 2001; to the Com- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled intent to transfer $1.8 million in funds to the mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- ‘‘Temporary Rule; Closure’’ received on Jan- International Narcotics Control and Law En- fairs. uary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Com- forcement account; to the Committee on EC–511. A communication from the Direc- merce, Science, and Transportation. Foreign Relations. tor, Office of Federal Housing Enterprise EC–522. A communication from the Chair- EC–534. A communication from the Assist- Oversight, transmitting, pursuant to law, man, Federal Trade Commission, transmit- ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- the report on the Office’s competitive ting, pursuant to law, a report on the Com- ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the sourcing efforts for fiscal year 2006; to the mission’s competitive sourcing activities for Case-Zablocki Act, 1 U.S.C. 112b, as amended, Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban fiscal year 2006; to the Committee on Com- the report of the texts and background state- Affairs. merce, Science, and Transportation. ments of international agreements, other EC–512. A communication from the Assist- EC–523. A communication from the Assist- than treaties (List 2006–304–2006–313); to the ant Secretary, Office of Legislative Affairs, ant Secretary, Federal Maritime Commis- Committee on Foreign Relations. Department of State, transmitting, pursuant sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report EC–535. A communication from the Assist- to law, a report relative to the nuclear de- relative to the Commission’s competitive ant Secretary, Office of Legislative Affairs, vice detonated by North Korea on October 9, sourcing activities of fiscal year 2006; to the Department of State, transmitting, pursuant 2006; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, Committee on Commerce, Science, and to law, a semi-annual report relative to the and Urban Affairs. Transportation. continued compliance of certain nations EC–513. A communication from the Acting EC–524. A communication from the Assist- with the freedom of emigration provisions; Under Secretary for Industry and Security, ant Administrator for Legislative Affairs, to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Department of Commerce, transmitting, pur- National Aeronautics and Space Administra- EC–536. A communication from the Assist- suant to law, a report relative to the Depart- tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report ant Secretary, Office of Legislative Affairs, ment’s intent to impose new foreign policy- relative to the Administration’s competitive Department of State, transmitting, pursuant based export controls; to the Committee on sourcing efforts during fiscal year 2006; to to law, a report relative to the certification Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. the Committee on Commerce, Science, and of the effectiveness of the Australia Group; EC–514. A communication from the Direc- Transportation. to the Committee on Foreign Relations. tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- EC–525. A communication from the Sec- EC–537. A communication from the White ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant retary of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to House Liaison, Office of Elementary and Sec- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tem- law, a report relative to the Department’s ondary Education, Department of Education, porary Rule; Closure (Closure of Quota Pe- competitive sourcing efforts during fiscal transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of riod 2 Fishery for Spiny Dogfish)’’ (RIN0648– year 2006; to the Committee on Energy and a vacancy in the position of Assistant Sec- AT59) received on January 25, 2007; to the Natural Resources. retary for Elementary and Secondary Edu- Committee on Commerce, Science, and EC–526. A communication from the Sec- cation, received on January 25, 2007; to the Transportation. retary of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and EC–515. A communication from the Direc- law, the ‘‘Hydrogen Posture Plan’’; to the Pensions. tor, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, Depart- Committee on Energy and Natural Re- EC–538. A communication from the White ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant sources. House Liaison, Office of the Under Secretary,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1283 Department of Education, transmitting, pur- ant to law, the Department’s six-month peri- REPORTS OF COMMITTEES suant to law, the report of action on a nomi- odic report for the period that ended Sep- nation for the position of Under Secretary, tember 30, 2006; to the Committee on Home- The following reports of committees received on January 25, 2007; to the Com- land Security and Governmental Affairs. were submitted: mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and EC–550. A communication from the Federal By Mr. KOHL, from the Special Committee Pensions. Co-Chair, Appalachian Regional Commis- on Aging, without amendment: EC–539. A communication from the White sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the S. Res. 45. An original resolution author- House Liaison, Office of the Under Secretary, Semiannual Report for the period from April izing expenditures by the Special Committee Department of Education, transmitting, pur- 1, 2006 through September 30, 2006; to the on Aging. suant to law, the report of discontinuation of Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- f service in an acting role for the position of ernmental Affairs. Under Secretary, received on January 25, EC–551. A communication from the Corps EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF 2007; to the Committee on Health, Education, of Engineers Secretary, Mississippi River COMMITTEES Labor, and Pensions. Commission, Department of the Army, EC–540. A communication from the Direc- transmitting, pursuant to law, the Commis- The following executive reports of tor, National Science Foundation, transmit- sion’s Annual Report for calendar year 2006; nominations were submitted: ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to to the Committee on Homeland Security and By Mr. LEAHY for the Committee on the the Foundation’s competitive sourcing ef- Governmental Affairs. Judiciary. forts during fiscal year 2006; to the Com- EC–552. A communication from the Acting Lisa Godbey Wood, of Georgia, to be mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Chief of Staff, Federal Mediation and Concil- United States District Judge for the South- Pensions. iation Service, transmitting, pursuant to ern District of Georgia. EC–541. A communication from the Sec- law, the Service’s Annual Report for fiscal Philip S. Gutierrez, of California, to be retary of Education, transmitting, pursuant year 2006; to the Committee on Homeland Se- United States District Judge for the Central to law, the Department’s annual report on curity and Governmental Affairs. District of California. Grants Streamlining; to the Committee on EC–553. A communication from the Direc- Lawrence Joseph O’Neill, of California, to Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- be United States District Judge for the East- EC–542. A communication from the Chief, utive Office of the President, transmitting, ern District of California. Human Capital Officer, Corporation for Na- pursuant to law, the unvouchered expendi- Valerie L. Baker, of California, to be tional and Community Service, transmit- tures report; to the Committee on Homeland United States District Judge for the Central ting, pursuant to law, the report of a change Security and Governmental Affairs. District of California. EC–554. A communication from the Sec- in previously submitted reported informa- Gregory Kent Frizzell, of Oklahoma, to be retary of Transportation, transmitting, pur- tion and action on a nomination for the posi- United States District Judge for the North- suant to law, a report entitled ‘‘Actions tion of Inspector General, received on Janu- ern District of Oklahoma. ary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Health, Taken on Office of Inspector General Rec- Education, Labor, and Pensions. ommendations’’; to the Committee on Home- (Nominations without an asterisk EC–543. A communication from the Direc- land Security and Governmental Affairs. were reported with the recommenda- tor, Regulations Policy and Management EC–555. A communication from the Admin- tion that they be confirmed.) Staff, Department of Health and Human istrator, General Services Administration, f Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, the transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Supplements and ative to the building project survey for Bur- INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND Other Changes Approved New Animal Drug lington, Vermont; to the Committee on JOINT RESOLUTIONS Applications’’ ((RIN0910–AF59)(Docket No. Homeland Security and Governmental Af- 1999N–1415)) received on January 25, 2007; to fairs. The following bills and joint resolu- the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, EC–556. A communication from the Deputy tions were introduced, read the first and Pensions. Director for Administration and Information and second times by unanimous con- EC–544. A communication from the Direc- Management, Office of Government Ethics, sent, and referred as indicated: tor, Regulations Policy and Management transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- By Mr. BROWNBACK (for himself, Mr. Staff, Department of Health and Human ative to the competitions performed by the INHOFE, Mr. BURR, Mr. SESSIONS, Mr. Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Office in fiscal year 2006; to the Committee DEMINT, Mr. ROBERTS, Mr. GRASSLEY, report of a rule entitled ‘‘Medical Devices; on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- Mr. CHAMBLISS, Mr. THUNE, Mr. BUN- Patient Examination and Surgeons’ Gloves; fairs. NING, Mr. KYL, and Mr. ALLARD): Test Procedures and Acceptance Criteria’’ EC–557. A communication from the Inspec- S. 415. A bill to amend the Revised Stat- (Docket No. 2003N–0056) received on January tor General, General Services Administra- utes of the United States to prevent the use 25, 2007; to the Committee on Health, Edu- tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Ad- of the legal system in a manner that extorts cation, Labor, and Pensions. ministration’s Audit Report Register for the EC–545. A communication from the Assist- six-month periods ending March 31, 2006 and money from State and local governments, ant Secretary for Administration and Man- September 30, 2006; to the Committee on and the Federal Government, and inhibits agement, Department of Health and Human Homeland Security and Governmental Af- such governments’ constitutional actions Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, a fairs. under the first, tenth, and fourteenth amend- report relative to the Department’s competi- EC–558. A communication from the Direc- ments; to the Committee on the Judiciary. tive sourcing efforts of fiscal year 2006; to tor, Office of Personnel Management, the By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, President’s Pay Agent, transmitting, pursu- S. 416. A bill for the relief of Denes Fulop and Pensions. ant to law, a report relative to the extension and Gyorgyi Fulop; to the Committee on the EC–546. A communication from the Chair- of locality-based comparability payments; to Judiciary. man, National Endowment for the Human- the Committee on Homeland Security and By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: ities, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Governmental Affairs. S. 417. A bill for the relief of Claudia relative to the organization’s competitive EC–559. A communication from the Deputy Marquez Rico; to the Committee on the Judi- sourcing activities of fiscal year 2006; to the General Counsel and Designated Reporting ciary. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Official, Office of National Drug Control Pol- By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: Pensions. icy, Executive Office of the President, trans- S. 418. A bill for the relief of Shigeru Ya- EC–547. A communication from the Assist- mitting, pursuant to law, (2) reports relative mada; to the Committee on the Judiciary. ant Administrator, Bureau for Legislative to vacancy announcements within the Office, By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: and Public Affairs, U.S. Agency for Inter- received on January 25, 2007; to the Com- S. 419. A bill for the relief of Esidronio national Development, transmitting, pursu- mittee on the Judiciary. Arreola-Saucedo, Maria Elna Cobian ant to law, the Bureau’s Performance and EC–560. A communication from the Assist- Arreola, Nayely Bibiana Arreola, and Cindy Accountability Report for fiscal year 2006; to ant Attorney General for Administration, Jael Arreola; to the Committee on the Judi- the Committee on Homeland Security and Department of Justice, transmitting, pursu- ciary. Governmental Affairs. ant to law, a report relative to the Depart- By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: EC–548. A communication from the Direc- ment’s competitive sourcing efforts during S. 420. A bill for the relief of Jacqueline W. tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- fiscal year 2006; to the Committee on the Ju- Coats; to the Committee on the Judiciary. utive Office of the President, transmitting, diciary. By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: pursuant to law, a report entitled ‘‘2006 Re- EC–561. A communication from the Chief of S. 421. A bill for the relief of Robert Liang port to Congress on the Costs and Benefits of Regulations Management, Office of Regula- and Alice Liang; to the Committee on the Federal Regulations and Unfunded Mandates tion Policy and Management, Department of Judiciary. on State, Local, and Tribal Entities’’; to the Veterans Affairs, transmitting, pursuant to By Mr. CORNYN (for himself and Mrs. Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Accrued HUTCHISON): ernmental Affairs. Benefits’’ (RIN2900–AM28) received on Janu- S. 422. A bill to authorize any alien who EC–549. A communication from the Sec- ary 25, 2007; to the Committee on Veterans’ has been issued a valid machine-readable bi- retary of Agriculture, transmitting, pursu- Affairs. ometric border crossing identification card

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY S1284 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE January 29, 2007 to be temporarily admitted into the United dian tribes are eligible to receive (Mr. SALAZAR) was added as a cospon- States upon successfully completing a back- grants for confronting the use of meth- sor of S. 315, a bill to establish a digital ground check; to the Committee on the Judi- amphetamine. and wireless network technology pro- ciary. S. 206 gram, and for other purposes. By Mr. AKAKA (for himself, Mr. CRAIG, EINSTEIN Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. At the request of Mrs. F , the S. 326 ENSIGN, Mr. WEBB, Mr. SANDERS, and name of the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the Mr. BROWN): AKAKA) was added as a cosponsor of S. name of the Senator from North Da- S. 423. A bill to increase, effective as of De- 206, a bill to amend title II of the So- kota (Mr. CONRAD) was added as a co- cember 1, 2007, the rates of compensation for cial Security Act to repeal the Govern- sponsor of S. 326, a bill to amend the veterans with service-connected disabilities ment pension offset and windfall elimi- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to pro- and the rates of dependency and indemnity nation provisions. compensation for the survivors of certain vide a special period of limitation when S. 207 disabled veterans; to the Committee on Vet- uniformed services retirement pay is At the request of Mr. COLEMAN, the erans’ Affairs. reduced as a result of award of dis- By Ms. COLLINS (for herself and Ms. names of the Senator from Georgia ability compensation. (Mr. ISAKSON) and the Senator from Ar- SNOWE): S. 340 S. 424. A bill to require the Secretary of kansas (Mr. PRYOR) were added as co- At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the the Army to carry out the Penobscot River sponsors of S. 207, a bill to amend the Restoration Project; to the Committee on Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow names of the Senator from Connecticut Environment and Public Works. taxpayers to designate part or all of (Mr. DODD), the Senator from New Mex- By Mr. SMITH (for himself and Mr. any income tax refund to support re- ico (Mr. BINGAMAN) and the Senator WYDEN): servists and National Guard members. from Florida (Mr. NELSON) were added S. 425. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- S. 211 as cosponsors of S. 340, a bill to im- enue Code of 1986 to expand the resources eli- prove agricultural job opportunities, gible for the renewable energy credit to ki- At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the name of the Senator from Colorado benefits, and security for aliens in the netic hydropower, and for other purposes; to United States and for other purposes. the Committee on Finance. (Mr. SALAZAR) was added as a cospon- By Mr. NELSON of Nebraska: sor of S. 211, a bill to facilitate nation- S. 358 S. 426. A bill to provide that all funds col- wide availability of 2–1–1 telephone At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the lected from the tariff on imports of ethanol service for information and referral on name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. be invested in the research, development, human services, volunteer services, and WARNER) was added as a cosponsor of S. and deployment of biofuels, especially cellu- for other purposes. 358, a bill to prohibit discrimination on losic ethanol produced form biomass feed- S. 214 the basis of genetic information with stocks; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the respect to health insurance and em- name of the Senator from Washington ployment. f (Mrs. MURRAY) was added as a cospon- S. 368 SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND sor of S. 214, a bill to amend chapter 35 At the request of Mr. BIDEN, the SENATE RESOLUTIONS of title 28, United States Code, to pre- name of the Senator from West Vir- serve the independence of United The following concurrent resolutions ginia (Mr. ROCKEFELLER) was added as States attorneys. and Senate resolutions were read, and a cosponsor of S. 368, a bill to amend S. 223 referred (or acted upon), as indicated: the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the Streets Act of 1968 to enhance the By Mr. KOHL: name of the Senator from New Mexico S. Res. 45. An original resolution author- COPS ON THE BEAT grant program, (Mr. DOMENICI) was added as a cospon- izing expenditures by the Special Committee and for other purposes. on Aging; from the Special Committee on sor of S. 223, a bill to require Senate S. 376 candidates to file designations, state- Aging; to the Committee on Rules and Ad- At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the ments, and reports in electronic form. ministration. names of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. S. 261 f GRASSLEY), the Senator from Alabama At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the (Mr. SESSIONS) and the Senator from ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS name of the Senator from North Da- North Dakota (Mr. CONRAD) were added kota (Mr. CONRAD) was added as a co- S. 10 as cosponsors of S. 376, a bill to amend sponsor of S. 261, a bill to amend title At the request of Mr. REID, the name title 18, United States Code, to improve 18, United States Code, to strengthen of the Senator from Connecticut (Mr. the provisions relating to the carrying prohibitions against animal fighting, DODD) was added as a cosponsor of S. of concealed weapons by law enforce- and for other purposes. 10, a bill to reinstate the pay-as-you-go ment officers, and for other purposes. S. 280 requirement and reduce budget deficits S. 381 by strengthening budget enforcement At the request of Mr. CARPER, his name was added as a cosponsor of S. At the request of Mr. INOUYE, the and fiscal responsibility. 280, a bill to provide for a program to name of the Senator from Connecticut S. 43 accelerate the reduction of greenhouse (Mr. LIEBERMAN) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. ENSIGN, the gas emissions in the United States by sponsor of S. 381, a bill to establish a name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. establishing a market-driven system of fact-finding Commission to extend the WARNER) was added as a cosponsor of S. greenhouse gas tradeable allowances, study of a prior Commission to inves- 43, a bill to amend title II of the Social to support the deployment of new cli- tigate and determine facts and cir- Security Act to preserve and protect mate change-related technologies, and cumstances surrounding the reloca- Social Security benefits of American to ensure benefits to consumers from tion, internment, and deportation to workers and to help ensure greater the trading in such allowances, and for Axis countries of Latin Americans of congressional oversight of the Social other purposes. Japanese descent from December 1941 Security system by requiring that both S. 291 through February 1948, and the impact Houses of Congress approve a total- At the request of Mr. SMITH, the of those actions by the United States, ization agreement before the agree- names of the Senator from South Da- and to recommend appropriate rem- ment, giving foreign workers Social kota (Mr. THUNE) and the Senator from edies, and for other purposes. Security benefits, can go into effect. New Mexico (Mr. DOMENICI) were added S. 382 S. 85 as cosponsors of S. 291, a bill to estab- At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the At the request of Mr. MCCAIN, the lish a digital and wireless network names of the Senator from South Caro- name of the Senator from Wyoming technology program, and for other pur- lina (Mr. GRAHAM) and the Senator (Mr. THOMAS) was added as a cosponsor poses. from Alabama (Mr. SESSIONS) were of S. 85, a bill to amend the Omnibus S. 315 added as cosponsors of S. 382, a bill to Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of At the request of Mr. WARNER, the amend the Public Health Service Act 1968 to clarify that territories and In- name of the Senator from Colorado to establish a State family support

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1285 grant program to end the practice of when the Fulops eldest child, Robert Heritage K–8 Charter School in Escon- parents giving legal custody of their ‘‘Bobby’’ Fulop, an accomplished 15 dido. Mrs. Morris, a Heritage K–8 Char- seriously emotionally disturbed chil- year-old teenager, died suddenly of a ter School faculty member says in her dren to State agencies for the purpose heart aneurism. Bobby was considered letter of support that Mrs. Fulop is of obtaining mental health services for the shining star of his family. ‘‘. . . a valuable asset to our school and those children. That same year their six-year-old community.’’ S. 388 daughter, Elizabeth, was diagnosed This is a tragic situation. Essen- At the request of Mr. THUNE, the with moderate pulmonary stenosis, a tially, as happened to many families name of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. potentially life-threatening heart con- under the Illegal Immigration Reform GRASSLEY) was added as a cosponsor of dition and a frightening situation simi- and Immigrant Responsibility Act of S. 388, a bill to amend title 18, United lar to Bobby’s. Not long ago, she suc- 1996, the rules of the game were States Code, to provide a national cessfully underwent heart surgery, but. changed in the middle. When the standard in accordance with which requires medical supervision to ensure Fulops applied for relief from deporta- nonresidents of a State may carry con- her good health. tion they were eligible for suspension cealed firearms in the State. The Fulop’s youngest child, Mat- of deportation. By the time the INS got S. 413 thew, was born seven weeks premature. around to their application, nearly At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the He subsequently underwent several three years later, they were no longer name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. kidney surgeries and is still being eligible and in fact suspension of depor- ISAKSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. closely monitored by physicians. tation as a form of relief ceased to 413, a bill to amend the Bank Holding Compounding these tragedies is the exist. Company Act of 1956 and the Revised fact that today the Fulops face depor- The Fulops today have been in the Statutes of the United States to pro- tation. They face deportation, in part, United States since the early 1980s. hibit financial holding companies and because in 1995 the family traveled to Most harmful is the effect that their national banks from engaging, directly Hungary and remained there for more deportation will have on the children, or indirectly, in real estate brokerage than 90 days. all of whom were born here and who or real estate management activities, Under the pre-1996 immigration law, range from three years old to 19 years and for other purposes. prior to the Illegal Immigration Re- of age. Their eldest, Dennis, is a 4.0 S. RES. 36 form and Immigrant Responsibility honor student at Palomar Community At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the Act of 1996, their stay in Hungary College. His sister, Linda, has a 3.8 names of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. would not have been a factor in their grade point average, is an honor stu- REID), the Senator from New Mexico immigration case and they would have dent in high school, and is also taking (Mr. BINGAMAN), the Senator from been eligible for adjustment of status one class at Palomar Community Col- Washington (Ms. CANTWELL) and the to lawful permanent residents. lege. Senator from California (Mrs. BOXER) Indeed, in 1996, Mr. and Mrs. Fulop It is my hope that Congress sees fit were added as cosponsors of S. Res. 36, applied to the Immigration and Natu- to provide an opportunity for this fam- a resolution honoring women’s health ralization Service (INS) for permanent ily to remain together in the United advocate Cynthia Boles Dailard. resident status. Due to large backlogs, States given their many years here, AMENDMENT NO. 105 the INS did not interview them until the profound sadness they have already At the request of Mr. MARTINEZ, the 1998. By the time their applications experienced and the harm that would name of the Senator from Alabama were considered, the new 1996 immigra- come from their deportation to their (Mr. SESSIONS) was added as a cospon- tion law had taken effect. Given their six U.S. citizen children. sor of amendment No. 105 proposed to one-time 90 day trip outside the United I ask unanimous consent that the H.R. 2, a bill to amend the Fair Labor States, they were statutorily ineligible three letters of community support be Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an for relief pursuant to the cancellation printed in the RECORD. increase in the Federal minimum wage. of removal provisions of the Immigra- There being no objection, the letters AMENDMENT NO. 169 tion and Nationality Act. were ordered to be printed in the At the request of Mr. ALLARD, the One cannot help but conclude that RECORD, as follows: had the INS acted on the Fulop’s appli- name of the Senator from Minnesota APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Mr. COLEMAN) was added as a cospon- cation for relief from deportation in a OF SAN DIEGO, sor of amendment No. 169 proposed to timelier manner, they would have Escondido, CA, December 28, 2006. H.R. 2, a bill to amend the Fair Labor qualified for suspension of deportation Re The Denes Fulop Family. Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an under the pre-1996 law, given that they TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: My family and increase in the Federal minimum wage. were long-term residents of the United I have known Denes and Joy Fulop for many States with U.S. citizen children and year. They have been members in good f many positive factors in their favor. standing in our church for approximately 20 STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED The irony of this situation is that the years. Denes has served the congregation BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS Fulops were gone from the United faithfully in many capacities. He was a building committee member during the con- By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: States for nearly five months in 1995 struction of our church 10 years ago. He also S. 416. A bill for the relief of Denes because they traveled to Hungary to served as church treasurer for four years and Fulop and Gyorgyi Fulop; to the Com- help Mr. Fulop’s brother build his Sunday School Superintendent for many mittee on the Judiciary. home. Mr. Fulop’s brother is handi- years. Presently he is a member on the board Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I capped and they went to help remodel of trustees. offer today a private immigration re- his home. Joy Fulop was a building sub-committee lief bill to provide lawful permanent The Fulops are good and decent peo- member during the construction of the church and also served for a few years as a residence status to Denes and Gyorgyi ple. Mr. Fulop is a masonry contractor and the owner and president of his own Sunday school teacher. Joy is a devoted and Fulop, Hungarian nationals who have committed homemaker, and a wonderful ex- lived in California for more than 20 construction company—Sumeg Inter- ample of a loving mother and wife. Their years. The Fulops are the parents of six national. He has owned this business three younger children, Elizabeth, Sarah and U.S. citizen children. Today, they face for 12 years and currently has three Abigail are actively involved in Sunday deportation having exhausted all ad- full-time employees. school and in various youth group activities. ministrative remedies under our immi- The couple is active in their church The two oldest, Denny and Linda, are also gration system. and community. As Pastor Peter active in the church. Linda is currently a The Fulop’s story is a compelling one Petrovic of the Apostolic Christian Sunday school teacher for 2nd to 5th grade Church of San Diego says in his letter children. Linda and Denny are very diligent and one which I believe merits Con- and excellent students in High School and gress’ consideration for humanitarian of support, ‘‘[t]he family is an excep- College and are outstanding citizens. relief. tional asset to their community.’’ Mrs. The family is an exceptional asset to their The most poignant tragedy to affect Fulop has served as a Sunday school community. Denes has been self-employed this family occurred in May of 2000, teacher and volunteers regularly at for many years and is a knowledgeable and

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Should you have any further questions, am offering today private relief legisla- came the legal guardian of her 14-year- please don’t hesitate to contact me. tion to provide lawful permanent resi- old sister Maribel, who lives with her Respectfully submitted, dence status to Claudia Marquez Rico, and Jose at their home in Redwood PETER PETROVIC, a Mexican national living in Redwood City. Omar, now 17 years old, continues Pastor. City, CA. to live with the Alcalas so as not to in- Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Claudia was terrupt his studies at Aragon High DECEMBER 29, 2006. brought to the United States by her School in San Mateo. Again, Maribel is TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The purpose of parents 16 years ago. Claudia was just 6 a U.S. citizen, and Omar is eligible for this letter is to describe our relationship years old at the time. She has two a green card. with the Fulop family over the five years younger brothers, Jose and Omar, who when they became our neighbors. Claudia has no close relatives in Dennis Fulop, a contractor, appears to be a came to America with her, and a sister, Mexico. She has never visited Mexico, very hard working man, carrying out the re- Maribel, who was born in California and she was so young when she was sponsibilities of owning his business plus and is a U.S. Citizen. America is the brought to America that she has no carrying out responsibilities at home for his only home they know. memories of it. How can we expect her wife and six children. I’ve come to know that Six years ago that home was visited to start a new life there now? Joy, Mrs. Fulop, spends every free minute by tragedy. As Mr. and Mrs. Marquez It would be a grave injustice to add taking care of the family, home, and involv- were driving to work early on the to this family’s misfortune by tearing ing herself in church and school activities. morning of October 4, 2000, they were We have found them to be excellent neigh- these siblings apart. This is a close bors, kind, thoughtful, and ready to carry both killed in a horrible traffic acci- family, and they have come to rely on out any favor we may have. dent when their car collided with a each other heavily in the absence of The six children have been wonderful to truck on an isolated rural road. their deceased parents. This bill will see grow up over the last several years. They The children went to live with their prevent the added tragedy of another excel in school, are well-mannered, church aunt and uncle, Hortencia and Patricio wrenching separation. going, involved in church ministry, and very Alcala. The Alcalas are a generous and Given these extraordinary and polite on every occasion. loving couple. They are U.S. citizens unique facts, I ask my colleagues to Our family finds itself fortunate to have a with two children of their own. They support this private relief bill on behalf congenial and honest family living next took the Marquez children in and did door. It is rare to find such a quality family. of Claudia Rico. Sincerely yours, all they could to comfort them in their ELIZABETH BRANDSTATER SHAW. grief. They supervised their schooling, By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: and made sure they received the coun- S. 418, A bill for the relief of Shigeru R. RIMMER CONSTRUCTION INC., seling they needed, too. The family is Yamada; to the Committee on the Ju- Cardiff, CA, January 3, 2007. active in their parish at Buen Pastor diciary. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Catholic Church, and Patricio Alcala Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I The purpose of this letter is to describe my serves as a youth soccer coach. In 2001, offer today private relief legislation to relationship with Dennis Fulop whom I have the Alcalas were appointed the legal provide lawful permanent residence known for approximately twenty-four years. guardians of the Marquez children. status to Shigeru Yamada, a 24-year- As a building contractor in the San Diego old Japanese national who lives in area I have been fortunate to have worked Sadly, the Marquez family received with Dennis for most of those years. He has bad legal representation. At the time Chula Vista, CA. constructed nearly all of the foundations for of their parents’ death, Claudia and I have decided to re-introduce a pri- the room additions and new houses that I Jose were minors, and qualified for spe- vate bill on his behalf because I believe have built. Dennis has also constructed most cial immigrant juvenile status. This that Mr. Yamada represents a model of the driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, category was enacted by Congress to American citizen, for whom removal fireplaces and masonry on my projects. He protect children like them from the from this country would represent an has also attended to much of my finish grad- hardship that would result from depor- unfair hardship. Without this legisla- ing, drainage and backhoe construction tion, Mr. Yamada will be forced to re- needs. tation under such extraordinary cir- Dennis has long been an invaluable mem- cumstances, when a State court deems turn to a country in which he lacks ber of my construction ‘‘team‘‘. He is very them to be dependents due to abuse, any linguistic, cultural or family ties. knowledgeable in nearly all construction abandonment or neglect. Today, their Mr. Yamada legally entered the matters. He has always been very reliable younger brother Omar is on track to United States with his mother and two and responsible in meeting deadlines and up- lawful permanent residence status as a sisters in 1992 at the young age of 10. holding high standards of construction qual- special immigrant juvenile. Unfortu- The family was fleeing from Mr. ity. nately, the family’s previous lawyer Yamada’s alcoholic father, who had Dennis is also a very successful small busi- been physically abusive to his mother, ness owner. He has his own credit accounts failed to secure this relief for Claudia, with all of the necessary construction sup- and she has now reached the age of ma- the children and even his own parents. pliers and to my knowledge has always paid jority without having resolved her im- Since then, he has had no contact with his bills in a timely manner. In fact, I have migration status. his father and is unsure if he is even never been contacted or liened by any of his I should note that their former law- alive. Tragically, Mr. Yamada experi- suppliers to date. Dennis is also very pro- yer, Walter Pineda, is currently an- enced further hardship when his moth- ficient at managing and providing work for swering charges on 29 counts of profes- er was killed in a car crash in 1995. Or- his employees. sional incompetence and 5 counts of phaned at the age of 13, Mr. Yamada Dennis’ wife Joy is a dedicated wife and spent time living with his aunt before mother to their six children. She is also ac- moral turpitude for mishandling immi- tively involved in their church, the Apostolic gration cases and appears on his way to moving to Chula Vista to live with a Christian Church of Escendido. being disbarred. close friend of his late mother. I am thankful to know the Fulops on a per- I am offering legislation on Claudia’s The death of his mother marked sonal level as well. They have graciously in- behalf because I believe that, without more than a personal tragedy for Mr. vited me and my family to several family it, this family would endure an im- Yamada; it also served to impede the and holiday festivities over the years. We al- mense and unfair hardship. Indeed, process for him to legalize his status. ways look forward to getting together with without this legislation, this family At the time of her death, Mr. Yamada’s the Fulops and other members of their will not remain a family for much family was living legally in the United church. Sincerely, longer. States. His mother had acquired a stu- RON RIMMER, Despite the adversity they encoun- dent visa for herself and her children President, R. Rimmer Construction Inc. tered, Claudia and Jose finished school qualified as her dependants. Her death and now work together in a pet groom- revoked his legal status in the United By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: ing store in Redwood City, where Clau- States. In addition, Mr. Yamada’s

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Currently, both of his sisters stay in the United States. I was Shigeru’s school, he contacted attorneys in the are in the process of legalizing their counselor while he attended Eastlake High hopes of legalizing his status, but his immigration status in the United School. During that time he always dis- attempts were unsuccessful. Unfortu- played exemplary behavior, academic focus, States. His older sister is married to a and personal determination. nately, time has run out and, for Mr. United States citizen and his younger Academically Shigeru was a model stu- Yamada, the only option available to sister is being adopted by a maternal dent. He earned a 3.84 grade point average; him today is private relief legislation. aunt, who is a United States citizen. he made the National Honor Roll and was For several reasons, it would be trag- Since as all of his family lives in Cali- nominated to Who’s Who Among High School ic for Mr. Yamada to be deported from fornia, sending Mr. Yamada back to Students for three straight years. Shigeru the United States and forced to return Japan would serve to split his family plans to attend a university to study sports medicine and physical therapy so he has set to Japan. apart and separate him from everyone First, since arriving in the United high goals for himself. He has the ability to and everything that he knows. His sis- not only handle college-level work, but to States, Mr. Yamada has lived as a ter contends that her younger brother model American. He graduated with thrive on the challenge the university will would be lost if he had to return to live bring. His quiet determination has been an honors from Eastlake High School in in Japan on his own. It is unlikely that example to his peers and was a joy to his in- 2000, where he excelled in both aca- he would be able to find any gainful structors. demics and athletics. Academically, he employment in Japan due to his inabil- Shigeru Yamada not only took the most earned a number of awards including ity to speak or read the language. from his high school experience, but he has being named an Outstanding English consistently ‘‘given back’’ his talents, time, As a member of the Chula Vista com- Student his freshman year, an All- and effort to serve the school community. He munity, Mr. Yamada has distinguished American Scholar, and earning the was elected ASB vice-president during his himself as an honorable individual. His senior year. He demonstrated leadership United States National Minority Lead- teacher, Mr. Robert Hughes, describes skills as president of the Inter-Club Council ership Award. His teacher and coach, him as being an upstanding All-Amer- on campus; he mentored incoming ninth- Mr. John describes him as being re- ican young man. Until being picked up grade students and worked on numerous sponsible, hard working, organized, service projects. In addition to his involve- during a routine check of riders’ immi- honest, caring and very dependable. His ment in student government, Shigeru par- gration status on a city bus, he had role as the Vice-President of the Asso- ticipated in football, baseball, and wrestling. never been arrested or convicted of any ciated Student Body his senior year is He was named ’’’Most Inspirational Player of crime. Mr. Yamada is not, and has an indication of Mr. Yamada’s high the Year’’ for both his junior varsity base- never been, a burden on the State. He ball and football teams. He was also awarded level of leadership, as well as, his popu- has never received any Federal or the J.T. Franks Memorial Award (most in- larity and trustworthiness among his State assistance. spirational) from the varsity football team. peers. As an athlete, Mr. Yamada was Currently, Mr. Yamada holds sopho- (This award carries a great deal of respect named the Most Inspirational Player of amongst the players as it is named after a more status at Southwestern Commu- the Year in Junior Varsity baseball teammate who died of cancer.) Shigeru was a nity College. However, he is taking this and football, as well as, Varsity foot- role model for our students when he attended semester off in order to alleviate his fi- ball. His football coach, Mr. Jose Men- our school: He earned good grades; he was an nancial burdens by working full time. athlete; and he was involved in a variety of doza, expressed his admiration by say- He had hoped to pursue a career in law additional activities. He is the kind of stu- ing that he has seen in Shigeru Ya- enforcement, but his plans have re- dent that Eastlake High School has been mada the responsibility, dedication cently changed due to his current im- proud to have. and loyalty that the average American A further testimony to Shigeru’s character migration status dilemma. Until he ob- holds to be virtuous. is what he has been doing since graduating. Second, Mr. Yamada has distin- tains citizenship, Mr. Yamada will be This young man has come back to serve as guished himself as a local volunteer. As prohibited from pursuing a career in an assistant football and wrestling coach for a member of the Eastlake High School law enforcement. Due to the cir- our students. He has given his time and en- Link Crew, he helped freshman find cumstances, Mr. Yamada has changed ergy to working with individual students his career goal to that of becoming a during the week and on weekends; he has not their way around campus, offered tu- only advised them on how to improve their toring and mentoring services, and set high school teacher. Mr. Yamada’s commitment to his education is admi- athletic skills, but he has also been a won- an example of how to be a successful derful role model and mentor. He is someone member of the student body. After rable. He could have easily taken a dif- to whom the young men can relate, a person graduating from high school, he volun- ferent path but, through his own indi- whose opinions are valued. I have personally teered his time for four years as the vidual fortitude, he has dedicated him- seen Shigeru interact with these boys; the coach of the Eastlake High School self to his studies so that he can live a respect he gives them and the respect they Girl’s softball team. The former head better life. give Shigeru is an absolute indication of the With his hard work and giving atti- positive influence he has in their lives. coach, who has since retired, Dr. *** Charles Sorge, describes him as an in- tude, Shigeru Yamada represents the dividual full of integrity who under- ideal American citizen. Although born WORD & BROWN, stands that as a coach it is important in Japan, he is truly American in every San Diego, CA, January 17, 2007. to work as a team player. His level of other sense. I ask you to help right a TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: commitment to the team was further wrong and grant Mr. Yamada lawful For over 11 years now Shigeru Yamada has been my best friend. His presence in my life illustrated to Dr. Sorge when he dis- permanent resident status so that he can continue towards his bright future. has been a blessing. From the very first mo- covered, halfway through the season, ment I met him I knew that he was a special that Mr. Yamada’s commute to and Given these extraordinary and person destined to impact positively every- from practice was two hours long each unique facts, I ask my colleagues to one’s lives around him. His ability to see the way. It takes an individual with char- support this private relief bill on behalf silver lining even around the darkest rain acter to volunteer his time to coach of Mr. Yamada. cloud is amazing to me. As a student Shigeru and never bring up the issue of how I also ask unanimous consent that was amongst the best and brightest. He was long his commute takes him each day. the three letters of community support a California Scholarship Federation Scholar every semester, he was Spanish student of be printed in the RECORD. Dr. Sorge hopes that, once Mr. Yamada the year two years in a row, and he served as legalizes his immigration status, he There being no objection, the letters Associated Student Body Vice-President his will be formally hired to continue were ordered to be printed in the senior year. As an athlete, Shigeru was a coaching the team. RECORD, as follows: varsity letterman in Football, Wrestling,

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For the last few Arreola and their two eldest children program in which students commit to years Shigeru has been able to legally work face deportation. determining their own futures through in this country. In those few years Shigeru The story of the Arreola family is achieving a college degree. Nayely was has risen to the top sales levels at Nord- compelling and I believe they merit also president of the Key Club, a com- strom’s department store and was even pro- Congress’ special consideration for munity service organization. She moted to assistant manager. In every aspect such an extraordinary form of relief as helped mentor freshmen and partici- and in every arena in which Shigeru has been pates in several other student organi- in he has always excelled. He exemplifies a private bill. that which makes this country great; brav- The Arreolas are in this uncertain zations in her school. Perhaps the ery, honesty, hard work. In this time of situation in part because of grievous greatest hardship to this family, if change and uncertainty people like Shigeru errors committed by their previous forced to return to Mexico, will be her Yamada remind me what it is that makes counsel, who has since been disbarred. lost opportunity to realize her dreams this country of ours work. His pursuit of life, In fact, the attorney’s conduct was so and further contribute to her commu- liberty, and happiness has been a difficult egregious that it compelled an immi- nity and to this country. one but he has never stopped believing and gration judge to write the Executive It is clear to me that Nayely feels a working towards that goal. I respectfully re- Office of Immigration Review seeking strong sense of responsibility for her quest that you once again push for Shigeru Yamada to be granted full legal status in his disbarment for the disservice he community and country. By all indica- this great country of ours. caused his immigration clients. tion, this is the case as well for all of PEDRO MIGUEL REYES. Mr. Arreola has lived in the United the members of her family. States since 1986. He was an agricul- The Arreolas also have other family JANUARY 11, 2007. tural migrant worker in the fields of who are lawful permanent residents of DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: I am writing to California for several years, and as this country or United States citizens. you from San Diego, CA on behalf of my such would have been eligible for per- Mrs. Arreola has three brothers who friend Shigera Yamada’s life-long quest for manent residence through the Seasonal are U.S. citizens and Mr. Arreola has a American citizenship. I have known Shiggy as a fellow associate, Agricultural Workers (SAW) program, sister who is a U.S. citizen. It is also as his manager, as a confidante, and most had he known about it. my understanding that they have no importantly as a friend. Shiggy is kind, hon- Mrs. Arreola was living in the United immediate family in Mexico. est, funny, giving, and intelligent. He is the States at the time she became preg- According to immigration authori- type of person who will pick you up no mat- nant with her daughter Cindy, but re- ties, this family has never had any ter how out of his way it is, bring you break- turned to Mexico to give birth so as to problems with law enforcement. I am fast when you are sick, or just listen to you avoid any problems with the Immigra- told that they have filed their taxes for when you need to talk. every year from 1990 to the present. One of the qualities I admire most about tion and Naturalization Service. Shiggy is his never-ending positive attitude. Given the length of time that the They have always worked hard to sup- For the past two years that I have known Arreolas had, and have been, in the port themselves. As I previously men- him, I have never heard him complain about United States it is quite likely that tioned, Mr. Arreola was previously em- his situation. While going to school, working they would have qualified for relief ployed as a farm worker, but now has overtime, and standing in as a father figure from deportation pursuant to the can- his own business repairing electronics. for his baby sister, he was always there for cellation of removal provisions of the His business has been successful me whenever I needed him. He has overcome Immigration and Nationality Act, but enough to enable him to purchase a so many obstacles in his life that have only home for his family. made him stronger. for the conduct of their previous attor- Shiggy is a model citizen who has worked ney. It seems so clear to me that this fam- extremely hard to get to where he is today. Perhaps one of the most compelling ily has embraced the American dream I am grateful for the chance to have be- reasons for permitting the family to re- and their continued presence in our friended Shiggy. He is one of the most remain in the United States is the dev- country would do so much to enhance spectful and professional people I have ever astating impact their deportation the values we hold dear. Enactment of met and had the chance to work with. I know would have on their children—three of the legislation I have introduced today that he does not take a single thing in his whom are U.S. citizens—and the other will enable the Arreolas to continue to life for granted, and will continue to realize make significant contributions to their his goals through hard work. two who have lived in the United Our country would be lucky to acquire his States since they were toddlers. For community as well as the United high caliber of determination, positive atti- these children, this country is the only States. tude, and perseverance as a citizen. I admire country they really know. Mr. President, I ask my colleagues to his ability to use the curveballs life throws Nayely, the oldest, is a junior at support this private bill. I ask unani- his way as nothing less than learning experi- Fresno Pacific University. She was the mous consent that eight letters of com- ences, and highly recommend him for United first in her family to graduate from munity support be printed in the States citizenship. high school and the first to attend col- RECORD. Thank You, There being no objection, the letters SARA CHAFFEE-STANDISH. lege. She attends Fresno Pacific Uni- versity, a regionally ranked university, were ordered to be printed in the By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: on a full tuition scholarship package RECORD, as follows: S. 419. A bill for the relief of and works part-time in the admissions January 2, 2007. Esidronio Arreola-Saucedo, Maria Elna office. She is majoring in international DEAR SENATOR DIANNE FEINSTEIN. I Maria Cobian Arreola, Nayely Bibiana business. Esthela Garay would like to let you know At her young age, Nayely has dem- that Nayely Arreola was my student at the Arreola, and Cindy Jael Arreola; to the beginnings of January 1989. It was my pleas- Committee on the Judiciary. onstrated a strong commitment to the ure to meet and have her as my student. She Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I ideals of citizenship in her adopted was very obedient and nice. Nayely was al- offer today private immigration relief country. She has worked hard to ways a very organized girl, and respected the legislation to provide lawful perma- achieve her full potential both in her rules of the class. She also always finished nent residence status to Esidronio academic endeavors and through the the class work since she was in preschool. I Arreola-Saucedo, Maria Elena Cobian service she provides her community. As am glad I met Nayely since she was and will the Associate Dean of Enrollment always be an educated girl. Arreola, Nayely Bibiana Arreola and Nayely is a young girl who will continue Cindy Jael Arreola, Mexican nationals Services, Cary Templeton, at Fresno her education with the help of her parents living in the Fresno area of California. Pacific University states in a letter of whom I appreciate very much. She is the Mr. and Mrs. Arreola have lived in support, ‘‘[t]he leaders of Fresno Pa- pride and joy of those around her and her the United States for over 20 years. cific University saw in Nayely, a young family in Porterville California. If you would

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like to know more feel free to call me at DECEMBER 31, 2006. had a good friendship through all these (559) 920–1852. DEAR DIANNE FEINSTEIN, (Senator): I am years. Sincerely, writing this recommendation on behalf of Sincerely, MARIA ESTHELA GARAY. the Arreola family. It has been my profound MARIA OCHOA. comfort and pleasure to have known this JESSE AND ANGIE ALDACO, family for many years. I have found them to By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: Terra Bella, CA, January 2, 2007. be bright, well organized, self sufficient peo- S. 420. A bill for the relief of Jac- Re Arreola Family. ple. queline W. Coats; to the Committee on DEAR DIANNE FEINSTEIN. We have known Seldom have I met a family with more so- the Judiciary. the Arreola family for three years now and cial integrity. Their togetherness, respect Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I are delighted to have ever met them. Mr. and appreciation for one another can not go offer today private relief legislation to Isidro Arreola is a very good father, husband, unnoted. provide lawful permanent residence businessman and member of his church. He Their degree of civility is not only noticed portrays everything a good citizen should be. in their church but in their community and status to Jacqueline Coats, a 26-year His wife Maria Elena is a very hard work- in their institutions of learning. They are old widow currently living in San ing woman as well as a great caretaker of gracious, honest people who have, by their Francisco. her family. She motivates her children to own initiative, earned the right to human Mrs. Coats came to the U.S. in 2001 further their education. freedom and dignity. from Kenya on a student visa to study Their oldest daughter is attending the Uni- The above statement is based on humani- Mass Communications at San Jose versity and taking courses on International tarian observances and has little to do with State University. Her visa status Affairs. She comes during the weekends to be the political movements dealing with immi- lapsed in 2003, and the Department of with her family. gration. Homeland Security began deportation The Arreolas are a great example to other I am interested in the wellbeing of the members of the community of how a good Arreola family in its entirety. proceedings against her. Christian family should be. I do not believe that it would be prudent Mrs. Coats married Marlin Coats on Sincerely, for the State of California to make any dis- April 17, 2006, after dating for several JESSE AND ANGIE ALDACO. ruptive moves effecting the life style of the years. The couple was happily married Arreola family. and planning to start a family when, RAQUEL GARZA, Senator Feinstein, I am asking you to con- on May 13, Mr. Coats tragically died in Porterville, CA, January 3, 2007. sider the unique role in which this family a heroic attempt to save two young Re Arreola Family. plays in the wellbeing of the State of Cali- boys from drowning. DEAR DIANNE FEINSTEIN. The Arreola Fam- fornia. The couple had been on a Mother’s ily are very good friends of mine. They par- The family consists of: Mother, Day outing at Ocean Beach with some ticipate in the church that I also attend. MariaElaina, Father, Esidronio, Children, Isidro Arreola is a very hard workingman Nayely and Cindy, Children, (already citi- of Mr. Coats’ nephews when they heard and has his own business from home. Mr. and zens), Roberto, Daniel, Saray. cries for help. Having worked as a life- Mrs. Arreola bring up their children a in a Thank You, guard in the past, Mr. Coats instinc- good Christian environment. They are a MR. LYNN MORGAN MCLEAN, tively dove into the water. The two great example in their church and the com- Retired Educator. children were saved with the help of a munity. They are elders in their church and rescue crew, but Mr. Coats, caught in a are considered leaders. They always go an PORTERVILLE, CA. riptide, died. Mrs. Coats received a extra mile than what is asked of them. Their Ms. DIANE FEINSTEIN children try very hard in accomplishing medal honoring her husband. Regards: Areola Family Four days before Mr. Coats’ death, their dreams and goals. It is a privilege to DEAR MS. FEINSTEIN: Pursuant to the case know this family and would not hesitate to of the Areola family, I would like to take the couple prepared and signed an ap- speak up for them in any situation. This this opportunity to give my highest and best plication for a green card at their at- family is very honest and loving. recommendation on behalf of my family and torney’s office. Unfortunately the peti- Sincerely, myself. We had the pleasure of meeting this tion was not filed until after his death, ROQUEL GARZA. wonderful family through Christian Serv- rendering it invalid. Mrs. Coats cur- ices. They have proved to be a very respect- rently has a hearing before an immi- MARIA GONZALEZ, ful family with strong principles and that of gration judge in San Francisco on Au- Porterville, CA, January 2, 2007. accomplishing many goals that will prepare gust 24, but her attorney has informed Re Arreola Family. them for their future. DEAR DIANNE FEINSTEIN: I have known the I am a business owner, therefore I am very my staff that she has no relief avail- Arreola family for 5–6 years. I used to work careful about making any types of rec- able to her and will be ordered de- with Maria Elena Arreola and are delighted ommendations or references on behalf of my ported. to have ever met her and her family. family, myself and our family owned busi- Mrs. Coats, devastated by the loss of This family is a great example to fellow ness. This family, however, is very special to her husband, is now caught in a battle community members. They are a good Chris- many, including our congregation and com- for her right to stay in America. At a tian family that set good examples to others. munity. recent news conference with her law- Isidro Arreola is a very hard working man Thank you in advance for taking the time repairing appliances. We attend the same yer, Thip Ark, she explained of her sit- to read my letter. If you have any questions, uation, ‘‘I feel like I have nothing to church and they are leaders in the church. please feel free to call me. They demonstrate many Godly traditions Respectfully, live for. I have nothing to go home to and beliefs. They are a great family to know PATRICIA ESQUIVEL. . . . I’ve been here four years . . . It and have nearby. Their children are very stu- would be like starting a new life.’’ dious in school and are always eager to be- JANUARY 2, 2007. Ms. Ark explains that Mrs. Coats is come better. We are all very proud of their SENATOR DIANE FEINSTEIN Greetings: The extremely close with her late hus- oldest daughter that attends the University present letter I am writing to you is to rec- band’s family, with whom she lives in and accomplishes her dreams. ommend Nayely Arreola. I know Nayely San Leandro, CA. Mrs. Coats has said Sincerely, since she was 8 years old. At that age she MARIA GONZALEZ. that her husband’s large family has be- was my best student in Sunday school class, come her own. Ramona Burton of San always eager to learn God’s Word. She was a JANUARY 1, 2007. very smart child and demonstrated good be- Francisco, one of Marlin Coats’ seven Re Arreola Family havior among her fellow students treating brothers and sisters explains, ‘‘She DEAR DIANNE FEINSTEIN: The Arreola Fam- them with kindness and respect. spent her first American Christmas ily are very active in their church and Mr. As a young lady Nayely developed very with us, her first American Thanks- Isidro Arreola is a very hard working man. fine manners. I always remember her coming giving . . . I can’t imagine looking They do what they can to bring up their chil- out from one of the classrooms at Granite around and not seeing her there. She dren in a positive environment. I can seri- Hills High School were I used to work as cus- needs to be there.’’ ously say that they are a very good family todian, She always greets me with a broad The San Francisco and Bay Area wanting the best for their children. They are smile and a big hug; not caring if I was community is rallying strong support good friends of ours and visit socially my sweaty and dirty. family. If you require any more information Moreover, my husband and I, know her for Mrs. Coats. The San Francisco do not hesitate to call me in the evenings. parents very well. We attend the same Chris- chapters of the NAACP, the San Fran- Sincerely, tian church regularly, where I am pleased to cisco Board of Supervisors, and the San PERLA GARZA MARTINEZ. see Nayely when she is in town. We all have Francisco Police Department, have all

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Mrs. Coats will be deported to There should be no question of whether she The Immigration and Naturalization Kenya, a country she has not lived in should stay or not! She will never see him Service, INS, however, did not act on since she was 21. In her time of griev- again. But emotionally they are still to- their application until nearly 5 years ing, she will be forced to leave her gether, because in my mind, marriage is not later, in 1997, after which time the im- home, her job with AC Transit, her new until death do us part! His soul is still with migration laws had significantly family, and everything she has known her, in her heart, Let me conclude with me changed. for the past 5 years. saying let her stay!!! According to the immigration judge, With God and Jesus giving you hope, had the INS acted on their application I cannot think of a compelling reason Nate Ewing—Adria’s son why the United States should not allow for relief from deportation in a timely this young widow to continue the green By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: manner, they would have qualified for card process. Had her husband lived, S. 421. A bill for the relief of Robert suspension of deportation, given that Mrs. Coats would have filed the papers Liang and Alice Liang; to the Com- they were long-term residents of this without difficulty. It was because of mittee on the Judiciary. country with U.S. citizen children and her husband’s selfless and heroic act Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I other positive factors. By the time INS that Mrs. Coats must now struggle to offer today private relief legislation to processed their application, however, remain in the country. As one con- provide lawful permanent residence Congress passed the Illegal Immigra- cerned California constituent wrote to status to Robert Kuan Liang and his tion Reform and Immigrant Responsi- me, ‘‘If ever there was a case where wife, Chun-Mei ‘‘Alice’’ Hsu-Liang, for- bility Act of 1996, which changed the common fairness, morality and de- eign nationals who live in San Bruno, requirements for relief from removal to cency should reign over legal tech- CA. the Liangs’ disadvantage. nicalities, this is it. We, as a country, I have decided to offer private relief I supported the changes of the 1996 need to reward heroism and good.’’ immigration bills on their behalf be- law, but I believe sometimes there are I believe that we can reward the late cause I believe that, without it, this exceptions which merit special consid- Mr. Coats for his noble actions by hardworking couple and their three eration. The Liangs are such a couple granting his wife citizenship. It is what United States citizen children would and family. Perhaps what distinguishes he intended for her. It can even be ar- endure an immense and unfair hard- this family from many others is that gued that a green card for his wife was ship. Indeed, without this legislation, through hard work and perseverance, one of his dying wishes, as the papers this family may not remain a family Mr. Liang has achieved a significant degree of success in the United States were signed just 4 days prior to his for much longer. death. The Liangs are foreign nationals fac- while battling a severe form of post For these reasons, I offer this private ing deportation on account of their traumatic stress disorder. According to his psychologist, this relief immigration bill and ask my col- overstay of visitors visas and the fail- disorder stems from the persecution he, leagues to support it on behalf of Mrs. ure of their previous attorney to time- his family and community experienced Coats. ly file a suspension of deportation ap- I also ask unanimous consent that in his native country of Laos during plication before the immigration laws two letters of support be printed in the the Vietnam war. changed in 1996. RECORD. Throughout his childhood and adoles- There being no objection, the letters Mr. Liang is a foreign national and cence, Mr. Liang was exposed to nu- were ordered to be printed in the refugee from Laos. His wife is a citizen merous traumatic experiences, includ- of Taiwan. They entered the United RECORD, as follows: ing the murder of his mother by the States 24 years ago as tourists and es- Dear Judge, North Vietnamese and frequent epi- This woman’s husband sacrificed his life to tablished residency in the San Bruno, sodes of wartime violence. He also rou- save mine! They didn’t get any type of CA. Because they overstayed the terms tinely witnessed the brutal persecution award, or gift instead they got more of a of their temporary visas, they now face and deaths of others in his village. In punishment. Marlon Coates died and the wife deportation from the United States. 1975, he was granted refugee status in is now a widow, when they just got married, After living here for so many years, Taiwan. she deserves some mercy, and a little consid- removal from the United States would The emotional impact of Mr. Liang’s eration for her. She should stay in the coun- not come easily or perhaps without try, she just got here she has bonded with experiences in his war-torn native Marlon’s family, she gotten to know every- tearing this family apart. The Liangs country has been profound and con- one. Please let her stay she really deserves it have three children born in this coun- tinues to haunt him. His psychologist please!! try: Wesley, 15 years old, Bruce, 12 has also indicated that he suffers from My Name is Chance Goss I’m 11 Love to de- years old, and Eva, 9 years old. Young severe clinical depression, which has sign and go on roller coasters, paint, do art. Wesley suffers from asthma and has a been exacerbated by the prospect of I think it means compassion I think its he- history of social and emotional anx- being deported to Taiwan, where on ac- roic and wonderful. The incident made me iety. think before doing don’t!!! count of his nationality, he believes he The immigration judge who presided and his family would be treated as sec- Life is a very precious thing. When lost, it over the Liang’s case in 1997 concluded ond-class citizens. is very nostalgic to everyone. Not only is it that there was no question that the Moreover, Mr. Liang believes that a tragic thing, but it also affects the people Liang children would be adversely im- the pursuit of further mental health around that are still living. I’m greatly trau- pacted if they were required to leave treatment in Taiwan would only exac- matized by this whole quandary. their relatives and friends behind in erbate the stigma of being an outsider There happens to be a fine line between California to follow their parents to deaths by a bullet through the head of var- in a country whose language he does ious thugs than deaths of heroes. Taiwan, a country whose language and not speak. Given those prospects, he They don’t hurt the same. People are saved culture is unfamiliar to them. also fears the impact such a stigma everyday and you must wonder why Marlon? I can only imagine how much more would have on the well-being and fu- He transpired to be loved by everyone. He they would be adversely impacted now ture of his children. was a former lifeguard, and he saw my broth- given the passage of 9 more years. Given these extraordinary and er out in the water. The Liangs have filed annual income unique facts, I ask my colleagues to A real hero will do what Marlon did. He ran tax returns; established a successful to the bone-chilling river, knowing that he support this private relief bill on behalf might breathe his last breath. He knew that business, Fong Yong Restaurant, in the of the Liangs. he might not be able to save him. He knew United States; are homeowners, and I also ask unanimous consent that that might be the last time he saw his wife are financially successful. Since they two letters of community support be again. arrived in the United States, they have printed in the RECORD.

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A bill to authorize any alien I urge my colleagues to support this ask you to once again introduce a private who has been issued a valid machine- legislation. bill to aid my friends Alice and Robert readable biometric border crossing Liang, who are seeking permanent lawful identification card to be temporarily By Mr. AKAKA (for himself, Mr. resident status in the United States. admitted into the United States upon CRAIG, Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Mrs. Without your assistance, the Liangs face deportation for overstaying their temporary successfully completing a background MURRAY, Mr. ENSIGN, Mr. WEBB, visas by 24 years. Being forced to leave the check; to the Committee on the Judici- Mr. SANDERS, and Mr. BROWN): United States would devastate their family. ary. S. 423. A bill to increase, effective as Their three minor children, Eva, Bruce and Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President. I rise of December 1, 2007, the rates of com- Wesley, are U.S. citizens and know no other today to introduce the Secure Border pensation for veterans with service- home. Robert, a refugee from Laos, suffers Crossing Card Entry Act of 2007. This connected disabilities and the rates of from post-traumatic stress disorder that bill allows certain travelers who seek dependency and indemnity compensa- would be exacerbated if he were forced to re- tion for the survivors of certain dis- locate to Taiwan after building a life here. to enter the U.S. temporarily and have The Liangs own and run a successful vege- already undergone rigorous security abled veterans; to the Committee on tarian Chinese restaurant, Garden Fresh, in screening prior to entry and at the bor- Veterans’ Affairs. Mountain View. They work hard, pay taxes der, to enter our country and remain Mr. AKAKA. Mr. President, today, as and own their own home in San Bruno. for up to 6 months. chairman of the Senate Committee on Though they are by no means wealthy, they We all agree that comprehensive im- Veterans’ Affairs, I introduce the Vet- are generous donors to a variety of charities migration reform is a top priority this erans Compensation Cost-of-Living Ad- and are quick to provide food or assistance justment Act of 2007. This measure to anyone who needs help. They are also lov- year—not only for the administration ing parents and wonderful people who have but also for Congress. I have stated would direct the Secretary of Veterans’ nearly magically turned hundreds of their that no effort on immigration reform Affairs to increase, effective December customers into a community of friends vi- can succeed without enhanced border 1, 2007, the rates of veterans’ compensa- tally concerned about their welfare. The fact security and worksite enforcement. We tion to keep pace with the rising cost- that so many of their customers are com- of-living in this country. The rate admitted to ensuring their future in the U.S. is have been working hard to ramp up our border and interior enforcement ef- justment is equal to that provided on a testament to the Liangs high character. an annual basis to Social Security re- Two years ago, you told Congress that the forts. Just last year, Congress dedi- extraordinary and unique facts surrounding cated approximately $1.3 billion in last cipients and is based on the Bureau of the Liangs situation merited the introduc- years Homeland Security Appropria- Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price tion of a private bill on their behalf. I hope tions bill targeted at enhanced border Index. Several of my colleagues on the that you will be similarly supportive once Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, in- security. I am pleased that the Presi- again, and I urge you to continue your ef- cluding Ranking Member, LARRY dent and Secretary Chertoff have made forts to aid this very worthy family. CRAIG, and Senators ROCKEFELLER, Thank you. border security a top priority this year MURRAY, SANDERS, BROWN, WEBB, and Sincerely, as well. ENSIGN join me in introducing this im- JUNE D. BELL. Strong border security, however, portant legislation. must be balanced against policies that Congress regularly enacts an annual DECEMBER 27, 2006. facilitate legitimate trade and travel Hon. DIANNE FEINSTEIN, cost-of-living adjustment, COLA, for U.S. Senate, to the U.S. The security of our Nation veterans’ compensation in order to en- Washington, DC. is always paramount. But we also must sure that inflation does not erode the DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: We are honored ensure that the U.S. remains an eco- purchasing power of the veterans and to write to you in support of the Liang fam- nomic leader and a welcoming nation ily of San Bruno, California. We have known their families who depend upon this infor visitors who seek to enjoy the come to meet their daily needs. This Robert and Alice for twelve years, and are many business and recreational bene- repeatedly awed by their support of their past year Congress passed, and the children and their communities. They are fits that the U.S. has to offer. President signed into law, Public Law the kind of people that we all wish could sur- We have in place now a program that 109–361, which resulted in a COLA in- round us: honest, hard-working and extraor- allows visitors who possess a machine- crease of 3.3 percent for 2007. dinarily generous. readable border crossing card, also It is important that we view veterans Anyone who has enjoyed their restaurants known as the ‘‘laser visa,’’ to enter this compensation, including the annual has unknowingly become a part of Alice’s country for up to 30 days. The laser COLA, and indeed all benefits earned family, as a first-timer noted. But it is their visa is issued by the State Department service to the community, schools, and any- by veterans, as a continuing cost of one in need, that is so extraordinary. For ex- to Mexican nationals, but only after war. It is clear that the ongoing con- ample, on two recent occasions, after the they have been screened and deter- flicts in Iraq and Afghanistan will con- Katrina and Rita hurricanes, and again after mined not to be a security risk or inad- tinue to result in injuries and disabil- the Asian tsunami, Robert and Alice gave missible to the U.S. Laser visa holders ities that will yield an increase in every penny received on a full day to the re- are screened again when they come to claims for compensation. Studies by lief efforts. Then on several occasions, they our borders and are inspected by an im- VA indicate that the most significant have taken food and solace to hospitalized migration inspector. customers (including me), giving up their predictor of new claims activity is the free day. And for years, Robert and Alice Canadian visitors, on the other hand, size of the active force. More than 1 have provided food for a local public school, are not required to get a laser visa million servicemembers have deployed at cost. from the State Department prior to in support of Operations Enduring and This kindness comes from a man who still seeking to enter the U.S. Canadian Iraqi Freedom. And, according to the suffers the effects of his childhood during the visitors also can remain in the U.S. for Department of Defense, as of today war years in southeast Asia, and a woman up to 6 months initially. I see no rea- there have been 24,216 reported casual- who grew up on a small farm in rural Tai- wan. They are therefore driven to provide a son that we should treat citizens and ties during these operations. This num- better life for their American-born children. nationals of our northern neighbor dif- ber, however, does not take into ac- We ask that you submit and guide to pas- ferently from our southern neighbor. count conditions that develop over the sage a Private Bill that would permit this The goal of this bill is to treat all course of a war, including musculo- wonderful family to stay together in our citizens and nationals of our northern skeletal disorders. Therefore VA can country, thereby enhancing not just the five and southern neighbors seeking to tem- expect a significant increase in the of them, but all of us who are touched by porarily visit the U.S. the same—allow- them. All five members of the Liang family number of new claims for compensa- should be allowed to stay together in this ing them to temporarily visit or con- tion as a result of these ongoing con- country and call themselves American. duct business in the U.S. for up to 6 flicts. Sincerely, months. And, because laser visa hold- The COLA affects, among other bene- W. CAMERON CASWELL, Jr., ers must undergo background checks fits, veterans’ disability compensation

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The Biofuels Invest- pend upon these tax-free payments not visible from shore, and could provide ment Trust Fund Act seeks to take a only to provide for their own basic predictable generation that could be simple, common sense step down the needs, but those of their spouses, chil- easily integrated with other electricity path we in this country need to take to dren and parents as well. Without an resources. In addition, according to a improve our energy security. The Act annual COLA increase, these veterans January 2005 report issued by the Elec- would direct that all money collected and their families would see the value tric Power Research Institute, ‘‘with by the Federal Government pursuant of their hard-earned benefits slowly di- proper siting, converting ocean wave to the tariff on imported ethanol be in- minish, and we, as a Congress, would be energy to electricity is believed to be vested in the research, development in dereliction of our duty to ensure one of the most environmentally be- and deployment of biofuels—especially that those who sacrificed so much for nign ways to generate electricity.’’ biofuels like cellulosic ethanol that this country receive the benefits and I urge my colleagues to support this can be produced from biomass feed- services to which they are entitled. important legislation, and to provide stocks. Disbursement of disability compensa- this production tax credit. There are some who advocate remov- tion to our Nation’s veterans con- I ask unanimous consent that the ing the ethanol tariff but I believe that stitutes one of the core missions of the text of the bill be printed in the it is currently unwise to do so. We are in the early stages of trying to build a Department of Veterans Affairs. It is a RECORD. renewable fuels industry that will necessary measure of gratitude af- There being no objection, the text of eventually allow ethanol and other forded to those veterans whose lives the bill was ordered to be printed in biofuels to be a real alternative to the were irrevocably altered by their serv- the RECORD, as follows: fuels we currently derive from oil. The ice to this country. S. 425 tariff is an important part of that be- I urge our colleagues to support pas- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- cause it helps the nascent ethanol in- sage of this COLA increase. I also ask resentatives of the United States of America in dustry and it ensures that we are not our colleagues for their continued sup- Congress assembled, providing subsidies to ethanol produced port for our Nation’s veterans. SECTION 1. EXPANSION OF RESOURCES ELIGI- BLE FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY in other nations. By Mr. SMITH (for himself and CREDIT TO KINETIC HYDROPOWER. It seems to me, however, that the (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 45(c)(1) of the In- money collected from this tariff can be Mr. WYDEN): ternal Revenue Code of 1986 (defining quali- put to better, more productive uses S. 425. A bill to amend the Internal fied energy resources) is amended by strik- Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the re- than merely deposited in the general ing ‘‘and’’ at the end of subparagraph (G), by fund. And, it would seem, that using sources eligible for the renewable en- striking the period at the end of subpara- ergy credit to kinetic hydropower, and graph (H) and inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by add- these funds to help build our domestic for other purposes; to the Committee ing at the end the following new subpara- ethanol production would be the wisest on Finance. graph: use of the money. Therefore, I propose Mr. SMITH. Mr. President, I rise to ‘‘(I) kinetic hydropower.’’. that the tariff funds be collected in a (b) DEFINITION OF RESOURCES.—Section specific trust fund and only be used for introduce a bill that will further our 45(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is Nation’s energy independence, and pro- investment in biofuels research, devel- amended by adding at the end the following opment and deployment. Moreover, I vide for sustainable electricity genera- new paragraph: propose that those funds be more spe- tion. This bill, which is cosponsored by ‘‘(10) KINETIC HYDROPOWER.—The term ‘ki- cifically invested in the next genera- my colleague from Oregon Senator netic hydropower’ means any of the fol- tion of ethanol production—cellulosic WYDEN, will make facilities that gen- lowing: ethanol produced from biomass feed- erate electricity using kinetic hydro- ‘‘(A) Ocean free flowing water derived from stocks. These funds can be used in any power eligible for the production tax flows from tidal currents, ocean currents, waves, or estuary currents. of a number of ways to help offset the credit under Section 45 of the Internal ‘‘(B) Ocean thermal energy. substantial costs inherent in starting Revenue Code. ‘‘(C) Free flowing water in rivers, lakes, an entire industry—like one for cellu- As with many emerging renewable man made channels, or streams.’’. losic ethanol—from scratch and in the technologies, wave and tidal energy are (c) FACILITIES.—Section 45(d) of the Inter- face of volatile commodities and en- more costly than traditional genera- nal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to quali- ergy markets. tion using fossil fuels. Yet, for our en- fied facilities) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: Our Nation faces a serious crisis vironment and our energy security, we brought on by our energy consumption must provide incentives that will en- ‘‘(11) KINETIC HYDROPOWER FACILITY.—In the case of a facility using kinetic hydro- and, most importantly, by our reliance courage the development and commer- power to produce electricity, the term on foreign sources of oil. As a Nebras- cialization of these resources. ‘qualified facility’ means any facility owned kan, my focus has been on the role ag- Under this bill, kinetic hydropower is by the taxpayer which is originally placed in riculture can play in the development defined as: ocean free flowing water de- service after the date of the enactment of of alternative sources of energy and I rived from flows from tidal currents, this paragraph and before January 1, 2011. am convinced that American agri- ocean currents, waves, or estuary cur- Such term shall not include a facility which culture is positioned to supply the na- includes impoundment structures.’’. rents; ocean thermal energy; or free tion with an abundant source of clean, flowing water in rivers, lakes, man- (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable high-quality energy that will reduce made channels, or streams. years ending after the date of the enactment our destructive reliance on foreign oil. These innovative technologies are re- of this Act. I also believe that biofuels produc- newable, non-polluting resources that tion can be the catalyst for a new wave can help meet our Nation’s growing de- By Mr. NELSON of Nebraska: of American innovation as a part of the mand for electricity. In Oregon, it S. 426. A bill to provide that all funds continuing search for better energy so- would be possible to produce and trans- collected from the tariff on imports of lutions. The virtue in producing clean- mit over two hundred megawatts of ethanol be invested in the research, de- er, more sustainable fuels derived from wave energy without any upgrades to velopment, and deployment of biofuels, our own fields rather than extracted the existing transmission system. Al- especially cellulosic ethanol produced from distant lands could help spur new ready numerous preliminary permits from biomass feedstocks; to the Com- technologies, new jobs and new growth have been filed at the Federal Energy mittee on Energy and Natural Re- in our national economy. Regulatory Commission for wave en- sources. We in Nebraska know the value of ergy facilities off the Oregon coast. Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Mr. Presi- ethanol. We know the benefits it holds Due to the increasing interest in this dent, today I rise to introduce the for the environment and our farmers form of energy, the Federal Energy ‘‘Biofuels Investment Trust Fund Act’’ and we know that it is critical in less- Regulatory Commission even held a because I believe it is legislation that ening our dependence on foreign oil.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1293 We also know that the ethanol indus- (A) to provide financial assistance to farm- tember 30, 2007, under this resolution shall try creates jobs—nearly 1 in 4 jobs in ers, producers, biorefiners, researchers, uni- not exceed $1,524,019, of which amount (1) not Nebraska are agriculture related and versities, and other persons or entities in- to exceed $117,000 may be expended for the new ethanol plants are opening across volved in the research, development, deploy- procurement of the services of individual ment, or production of biofuels, especially consultants, or organizations thereof (as au- the State. the production of biomass feedstock for cel- thorized by section 202(i) of the Legislative I believe that a national emphasis on lulosic ethanol production; or Reorganization Act of 1946), and (2) not to biofuels production represents an im- (B) as otherwise directed by Congress to exceed $5,000 may be expended for the train- portant investment in the proud tradi- advance research, development, and deploy- ing of the professional staff of such com- tion of the American farmer, American ment of biofuels, especially cellulosic eth- mittee (under procedures specified by section ingenuity and American productivity. anol produced from biomass feedstocks. 202(j) of the Legislative Reorganization Act (c) INVESTMENT OF AMOUNTS.— of 1946). It’s a win-win-win situation—a win for (b) For the period October 1, 2007, through farmers, a win for agriculture and win (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest such portion of the September 30, 2008, expenses of the com- for national security. Trust Fund as is not, in the judgment of the mittee under this resolution shall not exceed There is not an area of the country Secretary of the Treasury, required to meet $2,670,342, of which amount (1) not to exceed that does not have some agriculture current withdrawals. $200,000 may be expended for the procure- product that can be used as an alter- (2) INTEREST-BEARING OBLIGATIONS.—Invest- ment of the services of individual consult- native energy source whether it’s corn ments may be made only in interest-bearing ants, or organizations thereof (as authorized in Nebraska, forestry wastes in the obligations of the United States. by section 202(i) of the Legislative Reorga- nization Act of 1946), and (2) not to exceed Northeast and Northwest, or sugar (3) ACQUISITION OF OBLIGATIONS.—For the purpose of investments under paragraph (1), $5,000 may be expended for the training of cane in Hawaii, Louisiana and Florida; the professional staff of such committee or whether it is biomass energy crops obligations may be acquired— (A) on original issue at the issue price; or (under procedures specified by section 202(j) that can be grown throughout the (B) by purchase of outstanding obligations of the Legislative Reorganization Act of country. at the market price. 1946). (c) For the period October 1, 2008, through In conclusion, I am proud to intro- (4) SALE OF OBLIGATIONS.—Any obligation February 28, 2009, expenses of the committee duce the Biofuels Investment Trust acquired by the Trust Fund may be sold by under this resolution shall not exceed the Secretary of the Treasury at the market Fund Act with the hope that it will be $1,133,885, of which amount (1) not to exceed price. part of the solution to our energy prob- $85,000 may be expended for the procurement (5) CREDITS TO TRUST FUND.—The interest lems. The money we deposit in this of the services of individual consultants, or Biofuels Trust Fund will help grow our on, and the proceeds from the sale or re- organizations thereof (as authorized by sec- demption of, any obligations held in the biofuels industry and through that in- tion 202(i) of the Legislative Reorganization Trust Fund shall be credited to and form a Act of 1946), and (2) not to exceed $5,000 may vestment we will improve our national part of the Trust Fund. energy security, as well as boosting the be expended for the training of the profes- (d) TRANSFERS OF AMOUNTS.— sional staff of such committee (under proce- economies in agriculture and our rural (1) IN GENERAL.—The amounts required to dures specified by section 202(j) of the Legis- communities. be transferred to the Trust Fund under sub- lative Reorganization Act of 1946). I request that the text of the bill be section (a)(1) shall be transferred at least SEC. 3. The committee shall report its find- printed in the RECORD. quarterly from the general fund of the Treas- ings, together with such recommendations There being no objection, the text of ury to the Trust Fund on the basis of esti- for legislation as it deems advisable, to the the bill was ordered to be printed in mates made by the Secretary of the Treas- Senate at the earliest practicable date, but ury. the RECORD, as follows: not later than February 28, 2008, respec- (2) ADJUSTMENTS.—Proper adjustment shall tively. S. 426 be made in amounts subsequently trans- SEC. 4. Expenses of the committee under Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ferred to the extent prior estimates were in this resolution shall be paid from the contin- resentatives of the United States of America in excess of or less than the amounts required gent fund of the Senate upon vouchers ap- Congress assembled, to be transferred. proved by the chairman of the committee, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. f except that vouchers shall not be required (1) This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Biofuels In- for the disbursement of salaries of employees vestment Trust Fund Act’’. SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS paid at an annual rate, or (2) for the pay- SEC. 2. BIOFUELS INVESTMENT TRUST FUND. ment of telecommunications provided by the (a) ESTABLISHMENT.— Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Door- (1) IN GENERAL.—There is established in the SENATE RESOLUTION 45—AUTHOR- keeper, United States Senate, or (3) for the Treasury of the United States a trust fund, payment of stationery supplies purchased IZING EXPENDITURES BY THE through the Keeper of the Stationery, United to be known as the ‘‘Biofuels Investment SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON AGING Trust Fund’’ (referred to in this Act as the States Senate, or (4) for payments to the ‘‘Trust Fund’’), consisting of such amounts Mr. KOHL submitted the following Postmaster, United States Senate, or (5) for as may be transferred to the Trust Fund resolution; from the Special Com- the payment of metered charges on copying under paragraph (2). mittee on Aging; which was referred to equipment provided by the Office of the Ser- (2) TRANSFER.—As soon as practicable after geant at Arms and Doorkeeper, United the Committee on Rules and Adminis- States Senate, or (6) for the payment of Sen- the date of enactment of this Act, the Sec- tration. retary of the Treasury shall transfer to the ate Recording and Photographic Services, or Trust Fund, from amounts in the general S. RES. 45 (7) for payment of franked and mass mail fund of the Treasury, such amounts as the Resolved, That, in carrying out its powers, costs by the Sergeant at Arms and Door- Secretary of the Treasury determines to be duties, and functions under the Standing keeper, United States Senate. equivalent to the amounts received in the Rules of the Senate, in accordance with its f general fund as of January 1, 2007, that are jurisdiction under rule XXV of such rules, in- attributable to duties received on articles cluding holding hearings, reporting such AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND entered under heading 9901.00.50 of the Har- hearings, and making investigations as au- PROPOSED monized Tariff Schedule of the United thorized by paragraphs 1 and 8 of rule XXVI SA 212. Mr. PRYOR (for himself, Mr. WAR- States. of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the Spe- NER, and Mrs. LINCOLN) submitted an amend- (b) EXPENDITURES FROM TRUST FUND.— cial Committee on Aging is authorized from ment intended to be proposed by him to the (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of Energy, March 1, 2007, through September 30, 2007; bill H.R. 2, to amend the Fair Labor Stand- in consultation with the Secretary of Agri- October 1, 2007, through September 30, 2008; ards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in culture and the Secretary of the Treasury, and October 1, 2008, through February 28, the Federal minimum wage; which was or- shall use amounts in the Trust Fund to pro- 2009, in its discretion (1) to make expendi- dered to lie on the table. vide financial assistance for research, devel- tures from the contingent fund of the Sen- SA 213. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an opment, and deployment programs for ate, (2) to employ personnel, and (3) with the amendment intended to be proposed to biofuels to increase the amount and diver- prior consent of the Government department amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. REID (for sity of biofuels produced in the United or agency concerned and the Committee on Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. 2, supra; which States and made available to consumers, es- Rules and Administration, to use on a reim- was ordered to lie on the table. pecially for cellulosic ethanol production bursable or nonreimbursable basis the serv- SA 214. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an from biomass feedstocks. ices of personnel of any such department or amendment intended to be proposed to (2) REQUIREMENTS.—The Secretary of En- agency. amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. REID (for ergy shall ensure that amounts made avail- SEC. 2. (a) The expenses of the committee Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. 2, supra; which able under paragraph (1) shall be used only— for the period March 1, 2007, through Sep- was ordered to lie on the table.

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Mr. CARDIN submitted an amend- Mrs. MURRAY) submitted an amend- of the Senate that, in order to address the ment intended to be proposed by him to the ment intended to be proposed to issues described in subsection (a), Congress should vote during the first session of the bill H.R. 2, supra; which was ordered to lie on amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. the table . 110th Congress to provide health insurance SA 217. Mr. COBURN submitted an amend- REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. reforms that allow small businesses to pur- ment intended to be proposed by him to the 2, to amend the Fair Labor Standards chase health insurance for their employees. bill H.R. 2, supra; which was ordered to lie on Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the table . the Federal minimum wage; which was SA 219. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an SA 218. Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. ordered to lie on the table; as follows: amendment intended to be proposed to VITTER) submitted an amendment intended amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. Beginning on page 16, line 1, strike all to be proposed to amendment SA 100 pro- through page 31, line 8. REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. posed by Mr. REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the 2, to amend the Fair Labor Standards bill H.R. 2, supra; which was ordered to lie on SA 216. Mr. CARDIN submitted an Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the table. the Federal minimum wage; which was SA 219. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an amendment intended to be proposed by amendment intended to be proposed to him to the bill H.R. 2, to amend the ordered to lie on the table; as follows: amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. REID (for Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to At the appropriate place insert the fol- Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. 2, supra; which provide for an increase in the Federal lowing: was ordered to lie on the table. minimum wage; which was ordered to SEC. ll. REDUCTION IN INCOME TAX WITH- SA 220. Mr. COLEMAN (for himself and Mr. HOLDING DEPOSITS TO REFLECT lie on the table; as follows: FICA PAYROLL TAX CREDIT FOR SMITH) submitted an amendment intended to CERTAIN EMPLOYERS LOCATED IN be proposed to amendment SA 100 proposed At the appropriate place, insert the following: SPECIFIED PORTIONS OF THE GO by Mr. REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. ZONE DURING 2007. SEC. ll. ALLOWANCE OF DEDUCTION FOR 2, supra; which was ordered to lie on the (a) GENERAL RULE.—In the case of any ap- CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS FOR table. plicable calendar quarter— SA 221. Mr. DURBIN proposed an amend- ELECTING SMALL BUSINESS TRUSTS. (1) the aggregate amount of required in- ment to amendment SA 157 proposed by Mr. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 641(c)(2)(C) of the come tax deposits of an eligible employer for DEMINT to the bill H.R. 2, supra. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to the calendar quarter following the applicable f modifications) is amended by adding at the calendar quarter shall be reduced by the payroll tax credit equivalent amount for the ap- TEXT OF AMENDMENTS end the following new sentence: ‘‘The deduction for charitable contributions allowed plicable calendar quarter, and SA 212. Mr. PRYOR (for himself, Mr. under clause (i) shall be determined without (2) the amount of any deduction allowable WARNER, and Mrs. LINCOLN) submitted regard to section 642(c), and the limitations to the eligible employer under chapter 1 of an amendment intended to be proposed imposed by section 170(b)(1) on the amount of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 for taxes paid under section 3111 of such Code with re- by him to the bill H.R. 2, to amend the the deduction shall be applied to the electing spect to employment during the applicable small business trust as if it were an indi- Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to calendar quarter shall be reduced by such vidual.’’. provide for an increase in the Federal payroll tax credit equivalent amount. minimum wage; which was ordered to (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable For purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of lie on the table; as follows: years beginning after the date of the enact- 1986, an eligible employer shall be treated as At the appropriate place insert the fol- ment of this Act. having paid, and an eligible employee shall lowing: be treated as having received, any wages or SEC.ll. EARNED INCOME INCLUDES COMBAT SA 217. Mr. COBURN submitted an compensation deducted and withheld but not PAY. deposited by reason of paragraph (1). amendment intended to be proposed by (b) CARRYOVERS OF UNUSED AMOUNTS.—If (A) EARNED INCOME CREDIT.—Clause (vi) of him to the bill H.R. 2, to amend the section 32(c)(2)(B) is amended to read as fol- the payroll tax credit equivalent amount for lows: Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to any applicable calendar quarter exceeds the ‘‘(vi) a taxpayer may elect to treat provide for an increase in the Federal required income tax deposits for the fol- amounts excluded from gross income by rea- minimum wage; which was ordered to lowing calendar quarter— son of section 112 as earned income.’’. lie on the table; as follows: (1) such excess shall be added to the payroll tax credit equivalent amount for the (b) REPEAL OF EGTRRA SUNSET APPLICA- At the end of section 3, add the following: BILITY.—Section 105 of the Working Families next applicable calendar quarter, and (c) APPLICABILITY TO AMERICAN SAMOA.— (2) in the case of the last applicable cal- Tax Relief Act of 2004 shall not apply to the Notwithstanding sections 5, 6(a)(3), 8, 10, and amendments made by section 104(b) of such endar quarter, such excess shall be used to 13(e) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 reduce required income tax deposits for any Act. (29 U.S.C. 205, 206(a)(3), 208, 210, 213(e)), sub- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment succeeding calendar quarter until such ex- sections (a) and (b) of this section shall apply made by subsection (a) shall apply to taxable cess is used. to American Samoa in the same manner as years ending after December 31, 2006. (c) PAYROLL TAX CREDIT EQUIVALENT such subsections apply to the Common- AMOUNT.—For purposes of this section— SA 213. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an wealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. (1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘payroll tax amendment intended to be proposed to credit equivalent amount’’ means, with re- SA 218. Mr. THUNE (for himself and amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. spect to any applicable calendar quarter, an Mr. VITTER) submitted an amendment amount equal to 7.65 percent of the aggre- REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. intended to be proposed to amendment gate amount of wages or compensation— 2, to amend the Fair Labor Standards SA 100 proposed by Mr. REID (for Mr. (A) paid or incurred by the eligible em- Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. 2, to amend ployer with respect to employment of eligi- the Federal minimum wage; which was the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to ble employees during the applicable calendar ordered to lie on the table; as follows: provide for an increase in the Federal quarter, and (B) subject to the tax imposed by section On page 4, line 21, strike ‘‘April 1, 2008’’ and minimum wage; which was ordered to insert ‘‘April 1, 2008 (January 1, 2009, if 3111 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. placed in service in the Gulf Opportunity lie on the table; as follows: (2) TRADE OR BUSINESS REQUIREMENT.—A Zone (as defined in section 1400M(1))’’. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- rule similar to the rule of section 51(f) of lowing: such Code shall apply for purposes of this SA 214. Ms. LANDRIEU submitted an SEC. ll. SENSE OF THE SENATE CONCERNING section. amendment intended to be proposed to HEALTH INSURANCE FOR SMALL (3) LIMITATION ON WAGES SUBJECT TO CRED- amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. BUSINESSES. IT.—For purposes of this subsection, only (a) FINDINGS.—The Senate finds that— wages and compensation of an eligible em- REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. (1) raising the minimum wage may have an ployee in an applicable calendar quarter, 2, to amend the Fair Labor Standards impact on small businesses and the number when added to such wages and compensation Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in of employees and dependents who are cov- for any preceding applicable calendar quar- the Federal minimum wage; which was ered by employee based health insurance; ter, not exceeding $10,000 shall be taken into ordered to lie on the table; as follows: and account with respect to such employee.

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(d) ELIGIBLE EMPLOYER; ELIGIBLE EM- tributable to such trade or business or sepa- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments PLOYEE.—For purposes of this section— rate unit. made by this section shall apply to taxable (1) ELIGIBLE EMPLOYER.— (5) OTHER RULES.— years beginning after December 31, 2006. (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘eligible em- (A) GOVERNMENT EMPLOYERS.—This section SEC. 212. TREATMENT OF BANK DIRECTOR ployer’’ means any employer which conducts shall not apply if the employer is the Gov- SHARES. an active trade or business in any specified ernment of the United States, the govern- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 1361 (defining S portion of the GO Zone and employs not ment of any State or political subdivision of corporation) is amended by adding at the end more than 75 full-time employees on the date the State, or any agency or instrumentality the following new subsection: of the enactment of this Act. of any such government. ‘‘(f) RESTRICTED BANK DIRECTOR STOCK.— (B) SPECIFIED PORTION OF THE GO ZONE.— (B) TREATMENT OF OTHER ENTITIES.—Rules ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Restricted bank director The term ‘‘specified portion of the GO Zone’’ similar to the rules of subsections (d) and (e) stock shall not be taken into account as out- means any portion of the GO Zone (as de- of section 52 of such Code shall apply for pur- standing stock of the S corporation in apply- fined in section 1400M(1) of the Internal Rev- poses of this section. ing this subchapter (other than section enue Code of 1986) which is in any county or 1368(f)). parish which is identified by the Secretary of SA 220. Mr. COLEMAN (for himself ‘‘(2) RESTRICTED BANK DIRECTOR STOCK.— the Treasury as being a county or parish in and Mr. SMITH) submitted an amend- For purposes of this subsection, the term ‘re- which hurricanes occurring during 2005 dam- ment intended to be proposed to stricted bank director stock’ means stock in aged (in the aggregate) more than 60 percent amendment SA 100 proposed by Mr. a bank (as defined in section 581) or a deposi- of the housing units in such county or parish tory institution holding company (as defined REID (for Mr. BAUCUS) to the bill H.R. which were occupied (determined according in section 3(w)(1) of the Federal Deposit In- to the 2000 Census). 2, to amend the Fair Labor Standards surance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813(w)(1)), if such (2) ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEE.—The term ‘‘eligi- Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in stock— ble employee’’ means with respect to an eli- the Federal minimum wage; which was ‘‘(A) is required to be held by an individual gible employer an employee whose principal ordered to lie on the table; as follows: under applicable Federal or State law in place of employment with such eligible em- Beginning on page 31, line 9, strike all order to permit such individual to serve as a ployer is in a specified portion of the GO through page 39, line 10, and insert the fol- director, and Zone. Such term shall not include an em- lowing: ‘‘(B) is subject to an agreement with such ployee described in section 401(c)(1)(A). PART II—SUBCHAPTER S PROVISIONS bank or company (or a corporation which (e) APPLICABLE CALENDAR QUARTER.—For controls (within the meaning of section SEC. 211. CAPITAL GAIN OF S CORPORATION NOT 368(c)) such bank or company) pursuant to purposes of this section, the term ‘‘applica- TREATED AS PASSIVE INVESTMENT ble calendar quarter’’ means any of the 4 cal- INCOME. which the holder is required to sell back endar quarters beginning after date of enact- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 1362(d)(3) is such stock (at the same price as the indi- ment. amended by striking subparagraphs (B), (C), vidual acquired such stock) upon ceasing to (f) SPECIAL RULES.—For purposes of this (D), (E), and (F) and inserting the following hold the office of director. section— new subparagraph: ‘‘(3) CROSS REFERENCE.— (1) REQUIRED INCOME TAX DEPOSITS.—The ‘‘(B) PASSIVE INVESTMENT INCOME DE- ‘‘For treatment of certain distributions with term ‘‘required income tax deposits’’ means FINED.— respect to restricted bank di- deposits an eligible employer is required to ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—Except as otherwise pro- rector stock, see section make under section 6302 of the Internal Rev- vided in this subparagraph, the term ‘passive 1368(f)’’. enue Code of 1986 of taxes such employer is investment income’ means gross receipts de- (b) DISTRIBUTIONS.—Section 1368 (relating required to deduct and withhold under sec- rived from royalties, rents, dividends, inter- to distributions) is amended by adding at the tion 3402 of such Code. est, and annuities. end the following new subsection: (2) AGGREGATION RULES.—Rules similar to ‘‘(ii) EXCEPTION FOR INTEREST ON NOTES ‘‘(f) RESTRICTED BANK DIRECTOR STOCK.—If the rules of subsections (a) and (b) of section FROM SALES OF INVENTORY.—The term ‘pas- a director receives a distribution (not in part 52 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall sive investment income’ shall not include in- or full payment in exchange for stock) from apply. terest on any obligation acquired in the ordi- an S corporation with respect to any re- (3) EMPLOYERS NOT ON QUARTERLY SYS- nary course of the corporation’s trade or stricted bank director stock (as defined in TEM.—The Secretary of the Treasury shall business from its sale of property described section 1361(f)), the amount of such distribu- prescribe rules for the application of this in section 1221(a)(1). tion— section in the case of an eligible employer ‘‘(iii) TREATMENT OF CERTAIN LENDING OR ‘‘(1) shall be includible in gross income of whose required income tax deposits are not FINANCE COMPANIES.—If the S corporation the director, and made on a quarterly basis. meets the requirements of section 542(c)(6) ‘‘(2) shall be deductible by the corporation (4) ADJUSTMENTS FOR CERTAIN ACQUISITIONS, for the taxable year, the term ‘passive infor the taxable year of such corporation in ETC.—Under regulations prescribed by the vestment income’ shall not include gross re- which or with which ends the taxable year in Secretary— ceipts for the taxable year which are derived which such amount in included in the gross (A) ACQUISITIONS.—If, after December 31, directly from the active and regular conduct income of the director.’’. 2006, an employer acquires the major portion of a lending or finance business (as defined in (c) EFFECTIVE DATES.— of a trade or business of another person section 542(d)(1)). (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years be- (hereafter in this paragraph referred to as ‘‘(iv) TREATMENT OF CERTAIN DIVIDENDS.—If the ‘‘predecessor’’) or the major portion of a an S corporation holds stock in a C corpora- ginning after December 31, 2006. separate unit of a trade or business of a pred- tion meeting the requirements of section (2) SPECIAL RULE FOR TREATMENT AS SECOND ecessor, then, for purposes of applying this 1504(a)(2), the term ‘passive investment in- CLASS OF STOCK.—In the case of any taxable section for any calendar quarter ending after come’ shall not include dividends from such year beginning after December 31, 1996, re- such acquisition, the amount of wages or C corporation to the extent such dividends stricted bank director stock (as defined in compensation deemed paid by the employer are attributable to the earnings and profits section 1361(f) of the Internal Revenue Code during periods before such acquisition shall of such C corporation derived from the active of 1986, as added by this section) shall not be be increased by so much of such wages or conduct of a trade or business. taken into account in determining whether an S corporation has more than 1 class of compensation paid by the predecessor with ‘‘(v) EXCEPTION FOR BANKS, ETC.—In the respect to the acquired trade or business as case of a bank (as defined in section 581) or stock. is attributable to the portion of such trade a depository institution holding company (as SEC. 213. SPECIAL RULE FOR BANK REQUIRED TO or business acquired by the employer. CHANGE FROM THE RESERVE METH- defined in section 3(w)(1) of the Federal De- OD OF ACCOUNTING ON BECOMING (B) DISPOSITIONS.—If, after December 31, posit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813(w)(1)), the S CORPORATION. 2006— term ‘passive investment income’ shall not (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 1361, as amended (i) an employer disposes of the major por- include— by this Act, is amended by adding at the end tion of any trade or business of the employer ‘‘(I) interest income earned by such bank the following new subsection: or the major portion of a separate unit of a or company, or ‘‘(g) SPECIAL RULE FOR BANK REQUIRED TO trade or business of the employer in a trans- ‘‘(II) dividends on assets required to be CHANGE FROM THE RESERVE METHOD OF AC- action to which paragraph (1) applies, and held by such bank or company, including COUNTING ON BECOMING S CORPORATION.—In (ii) the employer furnishes the acquiring stock in the Federal Reserve Bank, the Fed- the case of a bank which changes from the person such information as is necessary for eral Home Loan Bank, or the Federal Agri- reserve method of accounting for bad debts the application of subparagraph (A), cultural Mortgage Bank or participation cer- described in section 585 or 593 for its first then, for purposes of applying this section tificates issued by a Federal Intermediate taxable year for which an election under sec- for any calendar quarter ending after such Credit Bank.’’. tion 1362(a) is in effect, the bank may elect disposition, the amount of wages or com- (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Clause (i) of to take into account any adjustments under pensation deemed paid by the employer dur- section 1042(c)(4)(A) is amended by striking section 481 by reason of such change for the ing periods before such disposition shall be ‘‘section 1362(d)(3)(C)’’ and inserting ‘‘section taxable year immediately preceding such decreased by so much of such wages as is at- 1362(d)(3)(B)’’. first taxable year.’’.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 22:30 Mar 13, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2007SENATE\S29JA7.REC S29JA7 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY S1296 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE January 29, 2007 (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments Room 485 of the Russell Senate Office ∑ Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Madam made by this section shall apply to taxable Building to conduct a confirmation President, today I wish to congratulate years beginning after December 31, 2006. hearing on the President’s nomination the No. 1 volleyball team in America: SEC. 214. TREATMENT OF THE SALE OF INTEREST of Mr. Carl Joseph Artman, to be As- the University of Nebraska IN A QUALIFIED SUBCHAPTER S SUBSIDIARY. sistant Secretary-Indian Affairs, U.S. Cornhuskers Women’s Volleyball (a) IN GENERAL.—Subparagraph (C) of sec- Department of the Interior, to be fol- Team. tion 1361(b)(3) (relating to treatment of ter- lowed immediately by a business meet- The Cornhuskers won their third na- minations of qualified subchapter S sub- ing to approve the nomination of Mr. tional title with a 3–1 victory over sidiary status) is amended— Carl Joseph Artman, to be Assistant Stanford University on December 16, (1) by striking ‘‘For purposes of this title,’’ Secretary-Indian Affairs, U.S. Depart- 2006. Previously, Nebraska captured and inserting the following: ment of the Interior. National Collegiate Athletic Associa- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this Those wishing additional information tion’s Women’s Division I Volleyball title,’’, and (2) by inserting at the end the following may contact the Indian Affairs Com- Championships in 1995 and 2000. new clause: mittee at 224–2251. The win moved Nebraska into a tie ‘‘(ii) TERMINATION BY REASON OF SALE OF COMMITTEE ON SMALL BUSINESS AND for second place on the list of all-time STOCK.—If the failure to meet the require- ENTREPRENEURSHIP NCAA Volleyball Championships ments of subparagraph (B) is by reason of the Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, the among all schools. The title was also sale of stock of a corporation which is a chairman would like to inform the the second for the Huskers under Coach qualified subchapter S subsidiary, the sale of members of the committee that the John Cook, who led Nebraska to the such stock shall be treated as if— committee will hold a hearing entitled 2000 title in his first season as Nebras- ‘‘(I) the sale were a sale of an undivided in- ka’s head coach. terest in the assets of such corporation ‘‘Assessing Federal Small Business As- (based on the percentage of the corporation’s sistance Programs for Veterans and Nebraska ended its 2006 season with a stock sold), and Reservists,’’ on Wednesday, January 31, 33–1 record. The team’s .971 winning ‘‘(II) the sale were followed by an acquisi- 2007, at 10 a.m. in Russell 428A. percentage led the Nation and was the tion by such corporation of all of its assets second-best mark in school history. (and the assumption by such corporation of f The Huskers also became just the third all of its liabilities) in a transaction to PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR team in NCAA history to be ranked No. which section 351 applies.’’. 1 for the entire season. Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I first (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments In addition, the Cornhuskers are the ask unanimous consent that two mem- made by this section shall apply to taxable first team outside of the Pacific Ten years beginning after December 31, 2006. bers of my staff, Reed O’Connor and Conference to win a national title in SEC. 215. ELIMINATION OF ALL EARNINGS AND Ramona McGee, be granted the privi- women’s volleyball since Nebraska’s PROFITS ATTRIBUTABLE TO PRE- lege of the floor for the duration of the last title in 2000. After finishing run- 1983 YEARS FOR CERTAIN CORPORA- 110th Congress. TIONS. ner-up last year, Nebraska became just The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without In the case of a corporation which is— the third volleyball team to ever win objection, it is so ordered. (1) described in section 1311(a)(1) of the the National Championship season Small Business Job Protection Act of 1996, f after losing in the NCAA’s final match. and (2) not described in section 1311(a)(2) of APPOINTMENT Pennsylvania State University, Penn State, and the University of California such Act, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the amount of such corporation’s accumu- at Los Angeles, UCLA, are the only Chair, on behalf of the Vice President, other schools to accomplish such a lated earnings and profits (for the first tax- pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 276h–276k, as able year beginning after December 31, 2006) feat. shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amended, appoints the following Sen- Attendance at the championship portion (if any) of such accumulated earn- ator as Chairman of the Senate Delega- match, played at the Qwest Center in ings and profits which were accumulated in tion to the Mexico-U.S. Inter- Omaha, NE, totaled 17,209, an all-time any taxable year beginning before January 1, parliamentary Group during the 110th collegiate volleyball record. The total 1983, for which such corporation was an Congress: The Senator from Con- attendance for the entire championship electing small business corporation under necticut (Mr. DODD). subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code of session of 34,222 also set an NCAA 1986. f record. The previous record was 23,978 set during the 1998 Championships in SEC. 216. EXPANSION OF QUALIFYING BENE- COMMENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF FICIARIES OF AN ELECTING SMALL Madison, WI. BUSINESS TRUST. NEBRASKA—LINCOLN WOMEN’S On their way to winning the national (a) NO LOOK THROUGH FOR ELIGIBILITY PUR- VOLLEYBALL TEAM title, several Huskers collected pres- POSES.—Clause (v) of section 1361(c)(2)(B) is Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask tigious individual honors as well. Ne- amended by adding at the end the following unanimous consent that the Judiciary braska’s 6-foot, 5-inch junior right-side new sentence: ‘‘This clause shall not apply Committee be discharged from further hitter, Sarah Pavan, led the way, win- for purposes of subsection (b)(1)(C).’’. (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment consideration and the Senate now pro- ning the American Volleyball Coaches made by this section shall apply to taxable ceed to S. Res. 44. Association’s, AVCA, Division I Na- years beginning after December 31, 2006. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tional Player of the Year award and objection, it is so ordered. The clerk the 2006–2007 Honda Sports Award for SA 221. Mr. DURBIN proposed an will report the resolution by title. volleyball. Pavan became the fourth amendment to amendment SA 157 pro- The legislative clerk read as follows: Husker to win each award. Along with posed by Mr. DEMINT to the bill H.R. 2, A resolution (S. Res. 44) commending the Pavan, sophomore outside hitter Jor- to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act University of Nebraska-Lincoln women’s dan Larson was named an AVCA First of 1938 to provide for an increase in the volleyball team for winning the National Team All-American, while junior mid- Federal minimum wage; as follows: Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1 dle blocker Tracy Stalls was a second- At the end of the amendment add the fol- Women’s Volleyball Championship. team selection and redshirt freshman lowing: There being no objection, the Senate setter Rachel Holloway was a third- Section 2 of the bill shall take effect one proceeded to consider the resolution. team honoree. day after date of enactment. Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask It is a tremendous accomplishment f unanimous consent that the resolution to win a National Championship, and be agreed to, the preamble be agreed the University of Nebraska’s Women’s NOTICES OF HEARINGS/MEETINGS to, the motion to reconsider be laid Volleyball Team is to be commended COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS upon the table, and I ask that a state- for its excellence and for the pride it Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I would ment by Senator NELSON of Nebraska has instilled in all Nebraskans.∑ like to announce that the Committee be printed in the RECORD. The resolution (S. Res. 44) was agreed on Indian Affairs will meet on Thurs- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without to. day, February 1, 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in objection, it is so ordered. The preamble was agreed to.

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RES. 44 January 30; that on Tuesday, following January 30, 2007, at 10 a.m. Whereas the University of Nebraska-Lin- the prayer and pledge, the Journal of coln women’s volleyball team (referred to in proceedings be approved to date, the f this preamble as the ‘‘Huskers’’) won the 2006 morning hour be deemed expired, and National Collegiate Athletic Association the time for the two leaders be re- NOMINATIONS (NCAA) Division I Women’s Volleyball Na- served for their use later in the day; tional Championship at the Qwest Center in that there then be a period for the Executive nominations received by Omaha, Nebraska, on December 16, 2006; the Senate January 29, 2007: Whereas Husker junior Sarah Pavan was transaction of morning business for 60 chosen as the Nation’s top collegiate female minutes, with Senators permitted to DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE volleyball player, winning the 2006–07 Honda speak for up to 10 minutes each, with JAMES R. CLAPPER, JR., OF VIRGINIA, TO BE UNDER Sports Award for volleyball; the first 30 minutes under the control SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR INTELLIGENCE, VICE STE- Whereas Sarah Pavan was named the of the majority and the final 30 min- PHEN A. CAMBONE. ESPN Magazine Academic All-American of utes under the control of the minority; SECURITIES INVESTOR PROTECTION the Year, becoming the University of Nebras- that following morning business, the CORPORATION ka’s 234th Academic All-American and the Senate resume consideration of H.R. 2, WILLIAM HERBERT HEYMAN, OF NEW YORK, TO BE A university’s 29th Academic All-American in the minimum wage bill, and that the DIRECTOR OF THE SECURITIES INVESTOR PROTECTION volleyball; CORPORATION FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2008, Whereas the University of Nebraska leads time until 12:15 p.m. be equally divided VICE THOMAS WATERS GRANT, TERM EXPIRED. the Nation in the number of players named and controlled between the two leaders IN THE AIR FORCE Academic All-Americans; or their designees with the time from THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED Whereas the Huskers completed the 2006 11:55 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. under the con- STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE season with a record of 33–1; trol of the Republican leader and the OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADES INDICATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: Whereas Husker head coach John Cook has time from 12:05 p.m. to 12:15 p.m. under led the team to 3 national championships; the control of the majority leader; that To be major general Whereas the Huskers made their sixth ap- at 12:15 p.m., without further inter- BRIGADIER GENERAL SHELBY G. BRYANT, 0000 pearance in the NCAA finals; BRIGADIER GENERAL MICHAEL D. DUBIE, 0000 Whereas the 2006 Huskers are only the vening action or debate, the Senate BRIGADIER GENERAL HOWARD M. EDWARDS, 0000 third team in the history of the NCAA to proceed to vote on the motion to in- BRIGADIER GENERAL NORMAN L. ELLIOTT, 0000 BRIGADIER GENERAL STEVEN E. FOSTER, 0000 lead the American Volleyball Coaches Asso- voke cloture on the Baucus-Reid sub- BRIGADIER GENERAL ROBERT D. IRETON, 0000 ciation poll for an entire season; stitute amendment No. 100; that fol- BRIGADIER GENERAL EMIL III LASSEN, 0000 Whereas the entire Husker volleyball team BRIGADIER GENERAL GEORGE T. LYNN, 0000 lowing the vote, regardless of the out- BRIGADIER GENERAL ROBERT B. NEWMAN, JR., 0000 should be commended for its determination, come, the Senate stand in recess until BRIGADIER GENERAL TIMOTHY R. RUSH, 0000 work ethic, attitude, and heart; 2:15 p.m. in order to accommodate the BRIGADIER GENERAL STEPHEN M. SISCHO, 0000 Whereas the University of Nebraska is To be brigadier general building an impressive legacy of excellence respective party conferences; provided in its volleyball program; and further, that Members have until 11 COLONEL TRAVIS D. BALCH, 0000 COLONEL CRAIG W. BLANKENSTEIN, 0000 Whereas the University of Nebraska a.m. to file any second-degree amend- COLONEL WILLIAM J. CRISLER, JR., 0000 volleyball players have brought great honor ments. COLONEL JOHNNY O. HAIKEY, 0000 to themselves, their families, their univer- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without COLONEL RODNEY K. HUNTER, 0000 COLONEL JEFFREY R. JOHNSON, 0000 sity, and the State of Nebraska: Now, there- objection, it is so ordered. COLONEL VERLE L. JOHNSTON, JR., 0000 fore, be it Mr. REID. Madam President, does COLONEL JEFFREY S. LAWSON, 0000 Resolved, That the Senate— the distinguished Republican leader COLONEL BRUCE R. MACOMBER, 0000 (1) commends the University of Nebraska- COLONEL GREGORY L. MARSTON, 0000 have anything this evening? COLONEL JAMES M. MCCORMACK, 0000 Lincoln women’s volleyball team for winning Mr. MCCONNELL. I would say to my COLONEL DEBORAH C. MCMANUS, 0000 the 2006 National Collegiate Athletic Asso- COLONEL JOHN E. MOONEY, JR., 0000 ciation Division I Women’s Volleyball Na- friend, the majority leader, I have no COLONEL DANIEL L. PEABODY, 0000 COLONEL KENNY RICKET, 0000 tional Championship; and additional observations to make at the COLONEL SCOTT B. SCHOFIELD, 0000 (2) recognizes the achievements of the moment. COLONEL JOHN G. SHEEDY, 0000 players, coaches, students, and staff whose COLONEL JOHN B. SOILEAU, JR., 0000 f COLONEL FRANCIS A. TURLEY, 0000 hard work and dedication made winning the COLONEL JAMES R. WILSON, 0000 Championship possible. ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 10 A.M. COLONEL PAUL G. WORCESTER, 0000 TOMORROW f IN THE ARMY Mr. REID. Madam President, if there THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, JANUARY is no further business today, I ask IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED 30, 2007 unanimous consent that the Senate UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask stand adjourned under the previous To be brigadier general unanimous consent that when the Sen- order. COL. STEPHEN L. JONES, 0000

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HONORING DR. MICHAEL H. A TRIBUTE TO MR. WILFRED G. also founded The Concerned Committee For MOSKOW GOODEN—REAL ESTATE DEVEL- Christian Education (CCCE) which supported OPER, PHILANTHROPIST, CIVIC two schools, one in New York and the other in Jamaica. AND POLITICAL ACTIVIST It was not unusual to walk into his home HON. RAHM EMANUEL and find Congressman Charles R. Rangel and former Mayor David Dinkins in good active OF ILLINOIS HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL conversation. In Jamaica he counted at least OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three former Prime Ministers as good IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends, The Most Hon. Michael Manley, Ed- Monday, January 29, 2007 Monday, January 29, 2007 ward Seaga and P.J. Patterson. His Christmas season trips were legendary Mr. EMANUEL. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. RANGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today on behalf of The Concerned Committee For today to recognize the long and distinguished to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Wilfred Christian Education (Seventh Day Advent- ists) when he distributed clothing, books, career of Dr. Michael H. Moskow. On August G. Gooden, civic and political activist who left this world at the age of 84 years and to enter toys and blankets to the children of families 31, Dr. Moskow will retire from his position as in need. into the RECORD an article in the New York President and Chief Executive Officer of the Mr. Gooden is survived by his beloved wife Carib News entitled ‘‘Wilfred G. Gooden, 84, a Sybil and a brother, Vibert who is 93 years Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago after 13 Real Estate Developer, Philanthropist, Civic young of Atlanta, Georgia. years of dedicated service. and Political Activist.’’ In Lieu of flowers, please make contribu- Born in Paterson, New Jersey, Dr. Moskow Wilfred G. Gooden was born in Jamaica and tions to Concerned Committee For Christian Education (CCCE) Box 683, New York, NY received his B.A. in economics from Lafayette spent 60 years residing in New York City. His 10039. College in Easton, Pennsylvania, in 1959 and life is one of those rags to riches stories, in- Viewing will take place on Sunday 21, 2007 a doctorate in business and applied econom- cluding a social, charitable, and political side. from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. followed by the Mr. Gooden began in 1977 rehabilitating city- memorial service at 5:00 p.m. at The Ephesus ics from the University of Pennsylvania’s owned abandoned apartment houses, under Seventh Day Adventists Church at West Wharton School in 1965. the Federal Government’s section 8 housing 123rd Street and Lenox Avenue (Adam Clay- Throughout his career, Dr. Moskow has suc- ton Powell Blvd.) The burial will be Monday subsidy program, along the area of 145th at 10:00 a.m. ceeded in a wide realm of venues. His experi- Street from Broadway east to Amsterdam, f ences range from serving on the faculty of then south along Amsterdam toward 144th Northwestern University’s J.L. Kellogg School Street. IN HONOR OF THE HONORABLE of Management to 14 years in senior manage- Gooden never forgot his Jamaican roots. He TERRY R. SPENCE ment positions for three Chicago companies founded the American Friends of Jamaica in 1982 and remained as a director on its board and appointment for public duty by the Senate HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE until his death and founded the Concerned on five different occasions. OF DELAWARE Committee For Christian Education, CCCE, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During his tenure as a public servant, Mr. which supported two schools, one in New Monday, January 29, 2007 Moskow would assume a series of important York and the other in Jamaica. He has re- and influential roles. He served as a U.S. ceived several accolades including the Order Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today to recognize Trade Representative to Southeast Asia, of Distinction, O.D., for his contribution to Ja- the accomplishments and career of the Honor- Under Secretary of Labor at the U.S. Depart- maican charities from the Government of Ja- maica and an honorary degree of human let- able Terry R. Spence. Mr. Spence is the long- ment of Labor, senior staff economist at the est serving Speaker of the House of Rep- Council of Economic Advisors, Assistant Sec- ters from the Faith Grant College of Alabama. Even though Wilfred G. Gooden passed resentatives in the history of the State of Dela- retary for Policy Development and Research away on January 6, 2007, his contributions to ware. Speaker Spence also has held the position longer than any speaker in any state leg- at the Department of Housing and Urban De- Harlem, my congressional district, are ever islature in the United States of America. velopment, Director of the Council on Wage present in the buildings he rehabilitated in the and Price Stability, and finally, President and Mr. Spence was born and raised in Wil- area. Please join me in extending heartfelt mington, Delaware. He received an associ- Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve sympathies to his beloved wife, Sybil, and ate’s degree in business from Goldey-Beacom Bank of Chicago. brother, Vibert. College and he later received his bachelor’s Dr. Moskow also serves on a number of WILFRED G. GOODEN, 84, A REAL ESTATE DE- degree from Wilmington College. Speaker civic, professional, and educational organiza- VELOPER, PHILANTHROPIST, CIVIC AND PO- Spence is truly a born and bred Delawarean LITICAL ACTIVIST tions. Currently, Dr. Moskow is chairman of and he has served our state honorably for Dr. Wilfred G. Gooden, O.D., of Riverdale, the National Bureau of Economic Research, over 26 years. New York, a Jamaican American who ar- First elected in 1980, Terry quickly rose as well as the director of the Chicago Council rived in New York almost penniless from Ja- through the ranks to become the Majority maica in 1945, worked hard, saved his money on Foreign Relations, the Council on Foreign Whip of the General Assembly. He served in Relations in New York City, the Northwestern and become one of Harlem’s most successful real estate developers. He died in Kingston, this position for 3 years and was consistently Memorial Foundation, the Chicagoland Cham- Jamaica W.I., at Andrews Memorial Hospital reelected as a Republican, even though he ber of Commerce, and World Business Chi- on January 6th, 2007 just weeks away from served in a Democratic district. cago. The list of organizations he has guided his 85th birthday. As a State Representative for the 18th Dis- and served goes on and on. Mr. Gooden’s life embodied not only a rags trict, Terry has worked tirelessly to defend the to riches story, but he entered the social, middle class. As a member of Labor and Vet- Madam Speaker, I congratulate Michael business, charity and political life of the eran Affairs committees, Representative Moskow on his lengthy and influential career, city, and never forgot his Jamaican roots. Spence has fought to protect the constituents and thank him for his many outstanding con- He was a founder of The American Friends of the 18th. tributions to Chicago and the country as a of Jamaica in 1982 and remained as a director Having worked with Terry during my years on its board until his death. The Government whole. I wish him the best of luck and contin- of Jamaica honored him with the ‘‘Order of as lieutenant governor, governor, and now ued happiness in his retirement and all his fu- Distinction (O.D.) for his contribution to Ja- U.S. Representative, I can attest to his strong ture endeavors. maican charities and the Faith*Grant Col- leadership and his dedication to not only his lege of Alabama presented Mr. Gooden with constituents, but to all Delawareans. Serving an Honorary Degree of Human Letters, He as Speaker of the House is a formidable task,

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(By Tony Best) After one of New York City’s big political commend him for a life of service and thank Madam Speaker, I support H. Res. 51 and him for his tireless dedication to Delaware. flash points: a brutal election campaign to encourage Catholic schools in my district and fill a Congressional seat once held by the f across the United States to continue contrib- iconic figure Shirley Chisholm, it was time uting to the development of strong moral, intel- PERSONAL EXPLANATION for a community celebration. lectual and social values in America’s young And the emotional atmosphere that en- people. I thank the National Catholic Edu- cased the ceremonial swearing in of Con- HON. JULIA CARSON cational Association and the United States gresswoman Yvette Clarke was punctuated OF INDIANA Conference of Catholic Bishops for their spon- with music, dance, prayers, poetry, glowing tributes by prominent elected officials, tears IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sorship of Catholic Schools Week. of joy and the obvious satisfaction of the Monday, January 29, 2007 Clarke family that one of their own had f Ms. CARSON. Madam Speaker, I was un- made it to the halls of the U.S. House of Rep- resentatives. able to record Rollcall votes nos. 56 and 57 HONORING MS. YVETTE CLARKE— ‘‘She got there the old fashioned way, she due to prior commitments in my District. Had NEWLY-ELECTED REPRESENTA- earned it,’’ asserted U.S. Senator Chuck I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on TIVE OF THE 11TH CONGRES- Schumer, a Democrat of New York and one Rollcall votes nos. 56 and 57. SIONAL DISTRICT OF BROOKLYN, of his party’s major architects of the suc- f NEW YORK cessful mid-term election which resulted in the ousting of the Republicans from control HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS of Capitol Hill. OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL ‘‘We are proud of Yvette,’’ he told a cheer- ing crowd. ‘‘She worked hard to get elected. OF NEW YORK SPEECH OF She didn’t rest on her laurels. It’s a great IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES day for Brooklyn, a great day for the Clarke HON. RAHM EMANUEL family, and a great day for the United Monday, January 29, 2007 OF ILLINOIS States.’’ Actually, the ceremonial taking of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. RANGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today oath of office followed the official swearing- Monday, January 22, 2007 to honor YVETTE CLARKE, newly-elected Rep- in which had taken place in Washington a resentative of the 11th Congressional District Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in week earlier, and when Brooklyn Civil Court in Brooklyn, New York and to enter into the Judge Sylvia Ash asked the freshman mem- strong support of H. Res. 51, a resolution that RECORD an article in the New York Carib News ber of the House to pledge to carry out her honors the contributions of Catholic schools by Tony Best entitled ‘‘Brooklyn Celebrates duties in accordance with the country’s con- and supports the goals of Catholic Schools Yvette Clarke’s Assumption of Duties as Rep- stitution, members of the audience joined in Week. resentative for 11th Congressional District, responding in the affirmative as if they too The many accomplishments of Catholic were going to the nation’s capital. Hundreds Attend Community Event at Brook- Clarke won the 11th Congressional District schools and their positive impact on students lyn College.’’ and communities throughout the nation are election last September when she defeated YVETTE CLARKE was born and raised in three other candidates in the Democratic evident in the Fifth Congressional District of Il- Brooklyn, New York. She is the daughter of Primary. Among the competitors was the linois, where schools such as St. Pascal Ele- Leslie Clarke, father, and former Brooklyn well-financed Jewish City Council member mentary, St. Bartholomew Elementary, and councilwoman Una Clarke. The Clarkes mi- David Yassky who had moved into the Dis- Gordon Technical High School provide a qual- grated to the United States before Congress- trict just before launching his campaign ity education while instilling values that will with the clear and opportunistic goal of cap- woman CLARKE was born. CLARKE attended serve their students throughout their lives. turing the white votes while leaving the New York City public schools and received a These schools provide strong academic cur- Blacks to split their support from the His- scholarship to Oberlin College in Ohio. ricula and promote significant parental involve- panic, Asian and Black majority. Yassky had ment. They teach students the importance of YVETTE CLARKE was elected to the New raised almost $2 million for his campaign war chest, more than the combined funds academic achievement while also providing a York City council in November 2001 as the representative for the 40th District in Brooklyn. raised by the other three candidates. But it balanced perspective on life that promotes re- didn’t work. sponsibility, justice and social service. CLARKE was overwhelmingly re-elected to of- The seat had become vacant when Major Catholic schools also promote ethnic and fice in November 2003 and November 2005. Owens who had occupied it for at least two racial diversity. An increasing number of chil- She succeeded her pioneering mother, the decades after succeeding Chisholm in the dren in Catholic schools in my district come former city councilmember, Dr. Una Clarke, 1980’s decided to retire. He had hoped that from our minority communities. Students in making them the first mother-daughter succes- his son, Chris Owens, a community activist sion in the history of the council. would succeed him. But like Yassky’s plans, Catholic schools achieve exceptionally high that goal failed. In November 2006, CLARKE was elected to graduation rates, and an increasing number Clarke went on to win the November elec- are advancing to college and giving back to represent the 11th Congressional District in tion with about 90 percent of the vote. the community through volunteer service. Brooklyn, New York. CLARKE, a life-long ‘‘She worked hard,’’ said U.S. Representa- Catholic schools foster more than scholastic Flatbush resident, will continue to ably rep- tive Anthony Weiner, who shocked the polit- excellence alone. They provide spiritual guid- resent her mostly working-class constituents in ical establishment when he endorsed Clarke ance to students by encouraging fundamental her district the same way she did while sitting in the Primary campaign and campaigned ideals and an appreciation for family values, on the council, particularly as Congress takes with her, instead of backing Yassky. ‘‘She up immigration reform and long-deferred shares the values of the community and un- community service, and faith in their own lives. derstands its needs,’’ he told the audience. This, in turn, shapes Catholic school students issues of economic fairness. The Congressman was on a list of speakers, into leaders of tomorrow. YVETTE CLARKE has the reputation of being mainly members of the state legislature in I want to take this opportunity to applaud a good listener and a true leader. She distin- Albany and the City Council in Manhattan, the 2007 ‘‘Heart of the School’’ award winners. guished herself as a strong negotiator and has who joined Marty Markowitz, Brooklyn Bor- Each year, the Archdiocese of Chicago Catho- a record of getting things done to meet the ough President and others in extolling the lic Schools presents these awards to recog- needs of the residents of her district. I look qualities which catapulted Clarke from City Hall to Congress, a feat which eluded her nize outstanding and innovative accomplish- forward to working closely with YVETTE on the mother, Una Clarke, several years ago when ments of individual teachers at Archdiocese of issues facing the American people and I ask she sought to replace Major Owens in a hard Chicago schools. you to join me in welcoming Congresswoman fought race. Two 2007 ‘‘Heart of the School’’ award win- CLARKE into the 110th Congress of the United New York State Assemblyman Nick Perry ners teach at schools in the Fifth Congres- States of America. alluded to that election battle when he told

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Madam Speaker, I rise of the elected office holders, who at the urging of both ‘‘Yvette’’ and her mother, not today to honor Bobby L. Maxwell. Mr. Maxwell only backed her drive for the House but con- HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE may not be familiar to you or to most of Amer- tributed campaign funds and material sup- OF DELAWARE ica, but on January 23rd, he accomplished port. He became philosophical when he in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES something that the Bush Administration has voked the presence and role of the Almighty failed to do for the last six years: hold oil com- God in people’s lives and reminded the Monday, January 29, 2007 panies accountable. Congressperson that prosperity and success During recent consideration of H.R. 6, the breed many friends but ‘‘adversity proves Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with them.’’ great pleasure that I rise today to recognize Creating Long-term Energy Alternatives for the State Senator Kevin Parker, who had de- the career of Stanley W. Taylor. Stan has Nation or CLEAN Act, our Democratic majority clined to back Clarke during the Primary, served in Delaware’s Department of Correc- called attention to the fact that the Minerals supporting Karl Andrews, at the time a tion for 30 years. He has proven to be a tough Management Service (MMS) at the Depart- State Senator from Brooklyn instead, said and formidable leader in an organization that ment of the Interior has failed to collect mil- that he too was confident ‘‘Yvette’’ would lions of dollars of royalties from oil and gas succeed in Washington. In his brief remarks, requires exceptional skill, knowledge, and the Borough President, who sat out the Con- dedication. I commend Mr. Taylor for his years companies drilling in public waters. The Ad- gressional race by opting not to endorse any of service. ministration has largely ignored this problem of the four candidates, said the new House Stanley W. Taylor has been a Delaware and possible negligence by top officials at In- member was ‘‘committed to public service.’’ resident since the age of 5. He was educated terior, but last week’s federal court decision Dr. Kendal Stewart, a City Councilman, that the Kerr-McGee Corporation has under- joined in the chorus of praise, saying her vic- at Indian River High School and the University of Delaware. He began his career with the De- paid the government by approximately $7.5 tory was a reminder to immigrants and their million should serve as a wake up call on both children, ‘‘those who came by plane or by partment of Correction in 1976 when he boat’’ that they too could succeed and per- served as a correctional officer at the Sussex ends of Pennsylvania Avenue. haps follow in ‘‘Yvette’s’’ footsteps. Correctional Institution. He quickly moved Unlike the Director of the Minerals Manage- Dr. Edison Jackson, President of the high- through the ranks at Sussex Correctional, ment Service and others at Interior, Bobby ly successful Medgar Evers College, put it being promoted to the positions of correctional Maxwell did not turn a blind eye to the prob- differently, describing the lawmaker as a lem of oil companies underpaying or refusing worthy ‘‘advocate’’ of the community that counselor, training academy director, security sent her to Capitol Hill. superintendent, and warden. to pay royalties for the use of public lands. Mr. When the time came for Clarke to respond Stan’s hard work and skill was recognized Maxwell used to serve as a top auditor at after wiping away tears, she spoke out when he was promoted to chief of the Bureau MMS, but while he was doing his job inves- against the Iraq war and the Bush Adminis- of Prisons, a position in which he was respon- tigating royalty underpayment by Kerr-McGee tration’s misplaced priorities which had re- and others, senior Interior Department officials sulted in $130 billion needed to fix schools in sible for all prison operations. When Depart- ment of Correction Commissioner Robert Wat- ordered him to drop his case. Additionally, Mr. the 11th Congressional District and else- Maxwell lost his job due to a ‘‘reorganization’’ where in the City, State and country being son retired in 1995, my colleague Senator shortly thereafter. diverted to the Persian Gulf to finance a con- TOM CARPER, who at the time was serving as flict ‘‘we don’t want.’’ Governor of Delaware, appointed Stan Taylor Bobby Maxwell did not give up, though. He She said that as a member of the House’s to serve as commissioner of the Department knew that Kerr-McGee and others were cheat- Committee that monitors the work of the ing the Federal government and the American Department of Homeland Security, she had of Correction. For more than 10 years, Stan Taylor has taxpayers out of millions of dollars, so he be- already backed a measure, which would came a whistleblower. Despite having lost his bring more funds into the City for the Police overseen an organization that is responsible and Fire Departments as well as the Emer- for over 6,500 incarcerated offenders, over job, Mr. Maxwell continued to stand up to the gency Medical services. 18,000 probationers, and more than 10 correc- oil companies by bringing suit under the False Congresswoman Clarke insisted that the tional facilities. He is the first person in the Claims Act. City urgently needed funds, federal dollars, history of the First State to begin his career as The jury found what Mr. Maxwell and many for its schools, drug treatment programs and of us already knew: Kerr-McGee had indeed other social services. She took time out to a correctional officer and rise through the thank the community, the hard-working ranks to eventually lead the Department of failed to pay the Federal government approxi- campaign volunteers, staff and others who Correction as its commissioner. mately $7.5 million they owed for oil produc- ‘‘came together’’ and worked to place her in I join with the people of Delaware to thank tion from publicly owned coastal waters. I re- Congress. gret that Mr. Maxwell had to lose his job to ex- ‘‘I am thankful,’’ she said. Stan for his continued dedication to the correctional system. He has served in a role that pose the greed of this company and the fail- She spoke about her parents, Leslie ures at MMS, but his story is a positive one. Clarke, father, and Una Clarke, mother, for can be difficult at times, but is a necessity to Both he and the Federal government will ben- the way they raised her, and the rest of the the security of our State. I commend him for family from Jamaica who instilled core val- a life of service and thank him for his tireless efit from his diligence and service. Kerr- ues in her. dedication to Delaware. McGee will have to pay significant penalties With the Rev. Barbara Lucas as ‘‘the offici- as a result of underpayment and false state- ating minister, the celebration featured a ments in their royalty reports. Additionally, Mr. f mix of ecumenical blessings offered by a va- Maxwell is not alone—three other auditors riety of religious ministers, including a Jew- PERSONAL EXPLANATION from MMS have filed whistleblowing cases ish Rabbi; dances by young performers of dif- against companies that the Interior Depart- ferent cultural backgrounds; inspirational songs by a plethora of artistes, among them ment blocked them from investigating. was Brooklyn Temple Seventh Day Advent- HON. JULIA CARSON Madam Speaker, Mr. Maxwell and these ist mass choir; steelband music by members OF INDIANA other dedicated public servants deserve our CASYM, a youth orchestra; and a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognition and gratitude. They have stood up celebratory procession by the Panamanian and declared that the public’s trust and money Monday, January 29, 2007 Marching Band. Dr. Harold Robinson, Trini- both deserve our attention, respect, and pro- dad and Tobago’ Consul-General, summed up the situation when he said that the Carib- Ms. CARSON. Madam Speaker, on Mon- tection. I ask my colleagues to join me in bean, the source of Congresswoman Clarke’s day, January 22, I was unavoidably detained thanking Mr. Maxwell and congratulating him early strength, might consist of countries in my home district and unable to record my on a job well done. Let us follow his example with different languages but ‘‘we are all roll call votes. Had I been present, I would by continuing to put accountability ahead of one.’’ have voted ‘‘yes’’ on Rollcall vote #46. corporate profits.

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Reverend as a freshman, until the end of 2004, when I Ms. HOOLEY. Madam Speaker, I am here Dr. Williamson continued his education in en- left Albany after my initial election to Con- today in this hallowed hall with a heavy heart gineering and administrative procedures in the gress. and troubled spirit. Officers School while serving for five years in Madam Speaker, I do not exaggerate when Here, but a few hours ago, we assembled in the United States Army. After his military serv- I recount that it was a tremendous honor to keeping with an annual ritual that proclaimed ice, Reverend Dr. Williamson attended Morgan serve with Jack, for I greatly valued his coun- our Union to be strong, our nation to be State College. sel, leadership, and friendship. More than that, sound. After moving to Havre de Grace, Maryland, what I will miss most about Jack is his tremen- Sadly, I must contest that notion. he joined and attended St. James A.M.E. dously warm and kindhearted spirit. We are not as strong as we could be, as we Church before being called to the ministry. We always knew where Jack was from—his should be, we are not what we would be with- Reverend Dr. Williamson decided to return to beloved borough of Staten Island. More impor- out Private First Class Ryan Hill. his roots in the Baptist Church and joined Mt. tantly, Jack never forgot where he was from. For this past week, Private Hill was killed in Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He was li- Despite being from opposite ends of the state Baghdad, Iraq. As a member of the 1st Infan- censed to preach and served as Assistant and being of different generations, Jack and I try Division, he and his unit were performing Pastor to the late Reverend Milton C. Phillips. shared a commitment to our respective com- duties in keeping with our efforts to foster During this time, he completed his course of munities that I am proud to believe was very peace and stability. study at the Maryland Bible Institute. He was similar. Both of us were fortunate to learn America lost someone special when we lost called to the pastorate of Mt. Zion Missionary early on that when you remember where you Ryan. He represented the better angels of our Baptist Church on October 25, 1974 and two come from, when you follow the rules, love nature, he was the kind of young American we days later accepted the pulpit of the Havre de your family, and give back to your community need more, not less. Grace church. anything is possible. Jack Lavelle was living Immediately following high school, Private Over the years, Reverend Dr. Williamson proof of that. First Class Hill joined the military to fight for has been an advocate of faithful service and Jack’s public career was well known, and his country, his community—to fight for his positive change to assist the members of his the respect Jack enjoyed from leaders family and friends. church and the residents of Harford County. throughout the state was impressive. Jack’s Far too often we find ourselves standing His outreach to the communities in and sur- history of community involvement is far too here, recognizing the loss of heroes. rounding Havre de Grace has been unsur- long to list in its entirety, but his work with Private Hill died while on patrol. Using an passed. He supported and was instrumental in countless educational committees, community improvised explosive device—a weapon with- the establishment of the Harford County Fuel boards and medical advisory councils were out honor, without conscience—our enemies Fund, the Harford County Food and Nutrition well known and well respected. stole from us the America that would have Program and the St. James Cemetery Preser- In November 2000, Jack’s succession of re- been. vered Assemblywoman Betty Connelly allowed Right now, the community of Keizer, Oregon vation Council. He is President Emeritus of the Deacon and Deaconess Union of Baltimore, him to continue her legacy of commitment to is seeking comfort in the life and noble sac- Staten Island. So many of Jack’s successes in rifice of Ryan Hill. Harford and Cecil Counties and President Emeritus of the Ministerial Alliance of Balti- Albany involved education, where he made This we must do; he answered the call of great strides toward the improvement of New service voluntarily and fulfilled his duty without more, Harford and Cecil Counties. He has also served as auditor of the United Baptist York City’s public schools. hesitation, without complaint. Jack always spoke with tremendous pride Missionary Convention and Auxiliaries for the Private First Class Hill was a model soldier, about his family, including his three sons, he was the kind of young man that made ev- State of Maryland, Inc. Reverend Dr. Williamson was the first black John, Christopher, and Danny and his grand- eryone around him better. children Jacob, Zachary and Julia. I am cer- In correspondence home, he recognized the chaplain appointed to serve the Harford Coun- ty Detention Center. He s served on the Exec- tain that all members of the House join with dangers—he knew well the price of freedom— me to offer our most sincere condolences to and yet he soldiered on despite his situation. utive Board of the Harford Interfaith Commu- nity Service, Inc., the Neighbor to Neighbor Jack’s family, lost so suddenly as he was. His enthusiasm and compassion made When I think back about Jack, I think of how Summit Advisory Committee for Harford Coun- Ryan a beacon of hope for his comrades in tremendously kind he was to me. Although ten ty and the Hicks Advisory Board of Harford arms in the shadow of the loss of several years my senior in age, Jack often called me County. He was granted an Honorary Doctoral friends just a short time ago. ‘‘Governor,’’ because he always said, ‘‘Kid, Degree from the Bread of Life Ministries in That shadow is now a little denser, a little you’re going somewhere.’’ When I announced Whiteville, North Carolina, in February 2002. darker—it reaches farther than before. And my run for an open Congressional seat in In early 2007, Reverend Dr. Williamson was this shadow makes the future, our future, less 2004, Jack was among the first to call and the recipient of the Joseph Bond Dr. Martin than what it would have been. offer encouragement. His friendship and sup- Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award from Har- I am here today asking us all to consider port were as genuine as can be. well the choices before us. We have an oppor- ford County. We all join with Jack’s family in mourning tunity to ensure the life and death of Private Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me his loss, and remain confident that the good Ryan Hill are not forgotten, that his sacrifice today in congratulating Reverend Dr. Herman work that he did, both in Staten Island and in endures within our memory. Williamson for his lifelong and caring devotion Albany, has left a powerful legacy for many Let us recommit ourselves to making this to the people of Havre de Grace, Harford years to come. Rest in peace, Jack Lavelle; Nation a place worthy of the gift Ryan Hill has County, and the State of Maryland. your work here is done, but your legacy will given us; let us commit ourselves anew. f live on for years to come. f HONORING THE MEMORY OF NYS f RECOGNIZING REVEREND DOCTOR ASSEMBLYMAN JOHN LAVELLE INTRODUCTION OF THE CE´ SAR E. HERMAN M. WILLIAMSON CHA´ VEZ POST OFFICE ACT HON. BRIAN HIGGINS HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER OF NEW YORK HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS OF MARYLAND IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, January 29, 2007 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, January 29, 2007 Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today Monday, January 29, 2007 Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I to bring to the House’s attention the tremen- Mrs. DAVIS of California. Madam Speaker, rise before you today to acknowledge the out- dously sad news of the passing of a dear I rise today to honor a great man who stood

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A member of the New Mr. Cha´vez also served the United States grams regularly broke the Fair Debt Collection Social Democratic Party of Macedonia, a part proudly in the Navy during World War II. Practices Act, did not protect the security of of the coalition government, he was appointed His spirit and his vision are still alive today personal taxpayer information, and even then Minister of Defense in August 2006. and I am determined to celebrate what he failed to bring in a net increase in revenue. An Minister Elenovski has long been a great stood for and his great accomplishments. audit report of the pilot program found that, advocate for Atlanticism in Macedonia. He Madam Speaker, today, I introduce legisla- ‘‘contractors blatantly circumvented IRS poli- worked to promote and implement the Euro- tion to rename the post office located at 2777 cies and procedures even when security per- Atlantic idea and values in Macedonian soci- Logan Avenue in the Barrio Logan section of sonnel identified inappropriate practices.’’ In ety in the early 1990s. This effort culminated ´ ´ San Diego as the ‘‘Cesar E. Chavez Post Of- fact, the report found that contractors made in his founding of Young Europeans for Secu- fice.’’ This is the least we can do to honor hundreds of calls to taxpayers during times rity (YES) in 1995. such a great but humble man dedicated to jus- prohibited by the FDCPA, and that calls were He was also one of the founders of the So- ´ tice. Please join me in giving Mr. Chavez his even placed as early as 4:19 a.m. cial Democratic Youth of Macedenia (SDYM), rightful place in American history. While IRS employees are explicitly forbid- and served as its Secretary General from f den from being evaluated on the basis of rev- 1996–1999, and then as its president until INTRODUCTION OF THE TAXPAYER enue collected, the private collection scheme 2001. He was a member of the Presidency of ABUSE AND HARASSMENT PRE- would actually link contractor pay to the the Social Demecratic Union of Macedenia VENTION ACT: CONGRESS amount of revenue collection. This policy en- from 1997 until 2003. He is a signer of the SHOULD NOT ALLOW BOUNTY courages contractors to use aggressive collec- Protocol for Cooperation between the SDYM HUNTERS TO ABUSE TAXPAYERS tion techniques to boost their remuneration. and PASOK Youth in Athens in 2001. Furthermore, the IRS is currently liable for Between 2001 and 2005, Minister Elenovski damages to a taxpayer resulting from the mis- served as Secretary General of the Euro-At- HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN use of confidential information by an IRS em- lantic Club of Macedonia, and in late 2005, was elected President of the Euro-Atlantic OF MARYLAND ployee, but taxpayers will not be able to re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cover damages from the federal government Council of Macedonia, a member of the Atlan- where contractors are guilty of malfeasance. tic Treaty Association. During this time he was Monday, January 29, 2007 The House had already expressed its will also Deputy LEO of Public Transport in Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Speaker, last that this provision not become law when it ap- Skopje. week I introduced H.R. 695, the Taxpayer proved by voice vote an amendment to the He has implemented many initiatives for the Abuse and Harassment Prevention Act of FY2005 Treasury Appropriations bill that pre- support of NATO and EU integration projects 2007, along with Representatives STEVE vented the expenditure of any federal funds in his nation, for the civilization values of ROTHMAN, RUSS CARNAHAN and 42 other origi- for private collection of federal taxes. Unfortu- Atlanticism, and notably for the democratic de- nal cosponsors. If enacted into law, this legis- nately, the Treasury Appropriations bill never velopment of Macedenia. In May of 2004, he lation would repeal the provision tacked onto became law, and the House language was initiated and served as a signatory of the Dec- the 2004 corporate tax bill (H.R. 4520, the so- stripped out of the FY 2005 omnibus spending laration for Euro-Atlantic Partnership and Co- called American Jobs Creation Act in the bill by the Republican leadership in the con- operation between the Atlantic Associations of 108th Congress) that hands over the tax reference—behind closed doors, in the dead of Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia. He is also a turns of millions of American taxpayers to pri- night. founder of the Central and South Eastern Eu- vate contractors to collect delinquent taxes, We must repeal this onerous provision. We ropean Security Forum-Balkan Mosaic. and allows them to keep 25 percent of their must protect American taxpayers from intimi- Minister Elenovski is known as an advocate take as a commission for services rendered. dation and abuse. We must ensure that per- for regional cooperation and integration. Along Three weeks ago, on January 9th, in her sonal financial records are protected and re- with civil and local authorities, he has worked annual report to Congress the National Tax- main private. Two decades ago this Congress on many regional and international projects payer Advocate identified the IRS’ private debt passed the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act which strengthened regional cooperation, and collection initiative as one of the most serious specifically to protect Americans from intimida- improved the security and stability of the na- problems facing taxpayers and called on Con- tion and abuse, but last year this Congress tion and region. gress to repeal the IRS’s authority to use pri- perpetrated an injustice by allowing these very Madam Speaker, I ask that you join our col- vate collection agencies to collect federal abuses to go forward. leagues, Minister Elenovski’s friends, and me taxes. The Advocate’s report illustrated why I urge my colleagues to join me in working in recognizing the outstanding achievements the IRS private tax collection program is a with the IRS to find a more effective means of of a true leader, the Minister of Defense of the waste of taxpayer dollars, invites overly ag- collecting delinquent tax debt collection and Republic of Macedonia, Lazar Elenovski. gressive collection techniques and jeopardizes avoid this risky scheme altogether. Let’s pass f the financial privacy of American taxpayers: the Taxpayer Abuse and Harassment Preven- The IRS’s Private Debt Collection initiative tion Act. INTRODUCTION OF THE NIAGARA FALLS NATIONAL HERITAGE is not cost efficient, adds unnecessary costs f and burdens to taxpayers, diminishes the im- AREA ACT proved image of the IRS, and surrenders too TRIBUTE TO HIS EXCELLENCY many valuable components of our tax adminis- LAZAR ELENOVSKI HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER tration system. Therefore, Congress should re- OF NEW YORK peal IRC § 6306 and thereby terminate the Pri- HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vate Debt Collection initiative. OF NEW JERSEY Monday, January 29, 2007 We must repeal this provision because it IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES opens the door to taxpayer intimidation and Ms. SLAUGHTER. Madam Speaker, I am abuse, practices that have been outlawed by Monday, January 29, 2007 pleased to introduce the Niagara Falls Na- Congress. This practice amounts to bounty- Mr. PASCRELL. Madam Speaker, I would tional Heritage Area Act, which will provide hunting—at taxpayer expense—by allowing like to call to your attention to a man I am Federal resources to preserve and promote collection agencies to harass those same proud to recognize, His Excellency Lazar one of America’s greatest natural wonders. American taxpayers, many of whom are guilty Elenovski, Minister of Defense of the Republic Every time I make the long drive across my of nothing, with the incentive of collecting their of Macedonia, on the occasion of his visit to congressional district, I am reminded of how commission as their primary motivation. Giving the United States. fortunate I am to represent a region with such unaccountable outside bounty hunters unfet- It is only fitting that he be honored in this, a diverse geographic make-up. From the On- tered access to Americans’ personal financial the permanent record of the greatest freely tario shoreline, to vast vineyards and apple or- data poses a risk that we just cannot afford. elected body on earth, for he has a long his- chards, to the waterfront on Lake Erie, Mother

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Robert Davidson’s long and distinguished our outdoor heritage, wildlife habitat and envi- The Niagara River Gorge is an exceptionally career began in the late 1960s, when he ronmental protection in the Commonwealth. scenic corridor, carved by the movement of began as a Management Consultant with the For three-quarters of a century this great or- the falls beginning over 10,000 years ago. New York-based Cresap, McCormick and ganization has worked diligently to defend the Federal recognition of this geological wonder Paget. Robert later moved to Boston, where rights of individuals under the Second Amend- and the Niagara frontier is long overdue. he cofounded and served as Vice President of ment of the United States Constitution, as well The Niagara Falls National Heritage Area the Urban National Corporation, a private ven- as ensure the rights of all citizens to a healthy Act will provide Federal resources to help ture capital company established with a com- environment. The Federation was the driving heighten national appreciation for the falls’ mitment to increase industry’s investment in force behind the passage of the Nation’s first natural splendor and the region’s contributions minority-controlled businesses. environmental laws, including PA’s Clean to our Nation’s history. The bill is critically im- Mr. Davidson’s entrepreneurial spirit contin- Streams Law in 1937. portant to the district I represent. With the ued as he served as Chief Executive Officer of Throughout its proud history, the Federation steady decline in manufacturing, the western Avant Garde Enterprises, and it later led him has been a strong partner in conservation with New York economy has become increasingly to develop and head his own management our State and Federal natural resource and dependent on tourism. In addition to recog- and consulting firm. In 1978, Robert formed wildlife management agencies, such as the PA nizing the falls in our Nation’s development, Surface Protection Industries, Inc. (SPI) and Game Commission, the PA Fish and Boat the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Act served as its Chairman and Chief Executive Commission, and the PA Department of Con- will help revitalize and strengthen the local Officer. Under his leadership, SPI developed servation and Natural Resources. In coopera- economy by creating a comprehensive strat- into one of California’s leading African-Amer- tion with these public agencies, the Federation egy to attract tourists to the region. ican-owned manufacturing companies. has helped to conserve precious wildlife habi- Niagara Falls is a geological wonder that Robert Davidson has a strong commitment tat, protect clean water, and provide countless has been a world-renowned tourist destination to community involvement and voluntary serv- recreational opportunities for millions of Amer- for more than 200 years. Rich in natural and ice. He currently sits on the Board of Directors ican citizens. cultural resources, the Niagara falls area has for the following organizations: Morehouse In closing, Madam Speaker, I ask my col- significant historical associations with Native College in Atlanta, Georgia; Jacobs Engineer- leagues to join me in recognizing the mem- Americans, early European exploration, the ing Group, Inc. (NYSE); Broadway Federal bers of the PA Federation of Sportsmen’s French and Indian War, the American Revolu- Bank (NASDAQ); Fulcrum Venture Capital Clubs, past and present, for their 75 years of tion, the War of 1812, and the Underground Corporation; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; the distinguished service to the United States of Railroad. In addition, the falls have long been University of Chicago Graduate School of America. an important site for hydroelectric power and Business Advisory Council; Art Center College f ancillary industries. Together, these elements of Design in Pasadena; the South Coast Air have greatly contributed to the development of Quality Management District Brain Tumor and A WISE CHOICE FOR SPEAKER the United States and deserve Federal rec- Air Pollution Foundation; and the Los Angeles ognition as a national landmark. Urban League. A National Heritage Area designation will HON. GEORGE MILLER Prior board affiliations include Children’s heighten appreciation for the region, better OF CALIFORNIA Hospital of Los Angeles; Los Angeles Area preserve its natural and historic resources, im- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chamber of Commerce; Rebuild LA; Museum prove coordination among existing programs Monday, January 29, 2007 of Contemporary Art; Charles Drew University at the site, enhance the quality of life, and ex- School of Medicine; Armory Center for the Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Madam pand the economy of the Niagara region. The Arts in Pasadena; Shaare Zedek Medical Cen- Speaker, no one who knew them both could Niagara Falls National Heritage Area will be ter Jerusalem; Los Angeles Chamber Orches- ever deny the power of the relationship and comprised of the area stretching from the tra; Falcon Cable Community Ventures; the marriage between Phil and Sala Burton. It western boundary of the town of Wheatfield to African/American Museum of Art; the Black- brought together two people who cared deeply the mouth of the Niagara River, and from the Jewish Economic Development Committee of about America and believed strongly in pro- river to Lake Ontario. It will also include the Los Angeles; Big Brothers of Greater Los An- gressive values and actions. As the enclosed city of Niagara Falls, the villages of Youngs- geles; the Weingart Center for the Homeless; article notes, Sala Burton saw these same val- town and Lewiston, and all land and water and the Planning Commission for the City of ues and talent in our new Speaker, NANCY lying within these boundaries. The Niagara Pasadena. PELOSI, many years ago. When Sala, seriously Falls National Heritage Area will be managed Mr. Davidson lives in Pasadena with his ill, asked NANCY PELOSI to run for her congres- by a Federal Commission for its first 5 years wife Faye and their three sons, Robert III, sional seat, she was acting on the same val- in existence before being turned over to a John Roderick, and Julian. ues and trust that she and Phil brought to local management entity. This bill has wide- I ask all Members of Congress to join me public life. Sala made a decision that changed spread public support, and a Niagara Falls today in honoring an outstanding individual of the history of the House of Representatives National Heritage Area has been endorsed by California’s 29th Congressional District, Robert and our country forever. the National Park Service. C. Davidson, Jr. The entire community joins I would like to share the article with our col- Madam Speaker, Niagara Falls has always me in thanking Robert for his success and leagues: been a source of pride for western New York. continued efforts toward making the 29th Con- [From the Washington Post, Jan. 3, 2007] But the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area gressional District a better place in which to Act will help to solidify its standing as some- SALA’S CHOICE live and work. thing more: an engine for the revitalization and NANCY PELOSI CARRIES ON A POWERFUL LEGACY promotion of our region’s natural, historic, and f (By Harold Meyerson) scenic resources to residents and visitors TRIBUTE TO THE 75TH ANNIVER- Sala Galant Lipschultz Burton made two alike. I look forward to working toward pas- SARY OF THE PENNSYLVANIA critical decisions during her lifetime, the sage of this important legislation. full meaning of which could not have been FEDERATION OF SPORTSMEN’S apparent to her at the time she made them. f CLUBS The first, in the early 1950s, was to marry a A TRIBUTE TO ROBERT C. young lawyer and Democratic activist DAVIDSON, JR. HON. CHRISTOPHER P. CARNEY named Phil Burton, who was to become the single most important member of the House OF PENNSYLVANIA of Representatives in the ’60s and ’70s. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a leader of the California Young Demo- OF CALIFORNIA Monday, January 29, 2007 crats and a rising force in San Francisco pol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES itics, the young Phil Burton had already won Mr. CARNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today Monday, January 29, 2007 a reputation for his political brilliance—and to recognize the 75th anniversary of the PA for his explosive temper. Nobody worked Mr. SCHIFF. Madam Speaker, I rise today Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs. The Federa- harder for liberal causes. Nobody demanded to pay special recognition to Robert C. David- tion is one of the oldest and largest conserva- more of his associates and staffers: If they

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The program is known obstacle to Burton’s success was his rage. dally resisted by the now-collapsed house as Law Enforcement Exploring and may be That he accomplished as much as he did was that Newt Gingrich built. sponsored by any Federal, State or local law due in part to Sala. The late John Jacobs, The Burtonistas—with different causes and enforcement agency. The program is open to whose 1995 biography of Burton, ‘‘A Rage for methods for a new era, to be sure—are back. young men and women, ages 14 to 21. Justice,’’ is one of the great political biog- Score two for you, Sala. Throughout the U.S. there are over 20,000 raphies of the past quarter-century, reported f youth involved with this program. in the Great- that Sala was Phil’s confidante, co-strategist er New York Area there are over 4,000 explor- and champion, but that was only the begin- IN RECOGNITION OF JUDGE JACK ers. ning. ‘‘She cleaned up his messes,’’ Jacobs HUGHES wrote, ‘‘soothing and placating those he in- As the leader in youth law enforcement sulted or abused. She alone could intervene mentoring, Bob has been recognized by var- in a conversation to shut him up.’’ HON. MIKE ROGERS ious governmental agencies for his dedication Phil Burton was first elected to the House OF ALABAMA and hard work. Bob has twice been awarded in 1964. In his 19 years as a congressman—he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the coveted Commissioner of Customs Award, died of a ruptured aorta in 1983—he was re- twice named the Advisor of the Year in the sponsible for the legislation that established Monday, January 29, 2007 Greater New York area, and awarded the title Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for the Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, aged, blind and disabled; created black-lung of Partner in Education for his contributions of compensation for coal miners; increased the I respectfully ask for the attention of the leadership, expertise, service, and support to minimum wage; made strikers eligible for House today to pay recognition to Judge Jack the youth in the New York City public school food stamps; greatly expanded the size and Hughes, a highly respected public servant who system. Finally, Bob was named the first ever number of national parks; and abolished the is retiring from 19 years of service. Currently, recipient of the National Advisor of the Year House Un-American Activities Committee. Judge Hughes presides as Circuit Judge of Award in 2004. More broadly, he broke the power of the old the Seventh Judicial Circuit in Anniston, Ala- Madam Speaker, Bob Clement has worked Dixiecrat barons in the House by subjecting bama. a lifetime helping others. His commitment to committee chairmanships to secret ballot Judge Hughes has served our nation in a elections within the Democratic caucus. He protecting our borders and to mentoring our engineered reapportionments of California number of important capacities. Prior to grad- children is to be commended. This Congress that were greatly to his party’s benefit, and uating from the Birmingham School of Law in should take this moment to honor Bob on the he steered contributions to the Democratic 1983, Judge Hughes served our Nation in the occasion of his retirement and thank him for candidates who needed them most. United States Army, as well as in a law en- his service to our children and to our Nation. When he died, Sala succeeded him in a spe- forcement capacity at the Anniston Police De- . cial election. Just four years later, in Janu- partment. After earning his law degree, he has f ary 1987, Sala herself lay dying of cancer. worked in both private practice and has She asked Phil’s brother, John Burton, who served as the Presiding Judge for the Seventh A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF had represented an adjoining congressional GEORGE H. CARDINET, JR. district in San Francisco, to come to the Judicial Circuit, and Presiding Family Court hospital and told him that she wanted Judge. ‘‘Nancy’’ to succeed her. For a moment, Our great Nation is made stronger by those HON. GEORGE MILLER John Burton was unsure which Nancy she who serve the common good. Jack Hughes OF CALIFORNIA was referring to, but as she explained to fam- has served his community and his Nation well, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ily and friends at her bedside, the woman in and for that we all extend to him our most question was the former California Demo- hearty thanks. I salute Judge Hughes on this Monday, January 29, 2007 cratic Party chair Nancy Pelosi. Pelosi had been associated with the Bur- important occasion, and congratulate him on Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Madam tons since shortly after she and her husband his service to the legal field and to our com- Speaker, it was with great sadness that I had moved to San Francisco in the years munity. learned of the passing of George Cardinet on when Phil’s star was rising. The Pelosis had f January 19, 2007. California has lost a tireless a large, attractive house, and the first thing leader whose many contributions as an out- she recalls Phil saying to her was, ‘‘We’ll use RECOGNIZES ROBERT CLEMENT spoken advocate for trails and open space will this for fundraisers.’’ But Phil’s appreciation ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RE- be remembered and revered by the citizens of of Pelosi wasn’t confined to her abilities as a TIREMENT Contra Costa County and all who knew him. hostess. He saw in her a commitment to progressive values and a clear political sense of George Cardinet was born on April 8, 1909, how to turn those values into laws. When HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE in San Francisco, California, to George H. John stepped down from Congress in 1982, OF FLORIDA Cardinet, co-founder of the Cardinet Candy Phil asked Pelosi to stand for election to re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Company, and Mary de Sales Cardinet. place him, but she declined, saying her chil- George succeeded his father as President of dren were too young. Five years later, Sala, Monday, January 29, 2007 the company, and retired as a candy maker on her deathbed, evidently saw in Pelosi the Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. but his passion has long been for horses and same qualities that Phil had seen. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Robert trails and open space. This time, her children older, Pelosi said yes, and in April she won a squeaker of a spe- ‘‘Bob’’ Clement on the occasion of his retire- In 1940 George bought a ranch in Concord, cial election. ment. A dedicated public servant for more California, which backed up to Mt. Diablo and In the House, Pelosi has continually than 40 years, Bob worked for many years in began forging trails in what is now Mt. Diablo sought the counsel of another Burton pro- law enforcement and customs inspection, State Park. Each of the single-track trails on tege, George Miller, whose district is right eventually finishing his career leading a youth the eastern slope of the mountain was hand- across the Bay from hers. Appointed early on mentoring program in New York City. built by George and his fellow horsemen. to a seat on the Appropriations Committee, Bob began his career in government service George was an avid equestrian and for 65 she demonstrated, says the committee’s new chairman, Wisconsin’s David Obey, that she when he entered the Army in December, years worked tirelessly as an advocate for the was ‘‘operational’’—a Burton word meaning 1963. Serving 6 years in the U.S. Army, in- preservation of public parks and the develop- able to steer difficult measures to enact- cluding 2 years in Vietnam, Bob was awarded ment of riding and hiking trails. ment. the Bronze Star Medal for ground action. Hon- There are more than 200 miles of trails When the Newt Gingrich Republicans orably discharged from the Army in April, throughout the East Bay that Cardinet helped swept to power in 1994, political almanac au- 1970, Bob left with the rank of Staff Sergeant. build. George was one of the leaders of the thors Michael Barone and Grant Ujifusa Entering civilian government service in No- California State Trails Plan and his trail devel- termed it ‘‘the collapse of the House that Phil Burton built’’ Nancy Pelosi, as smooth vember 1970 as an original member of the Air opment in Contra Costa County served as a as Phil Burton was rough, is far more open Marshal Program, Bob served there through- model for the California State Riding and Hik- to openness in the legislative process than out the 3 year pilot program commission. He ing Trails Act of 1945, and the California Rec- her sometimes secretive mentor was. Politi- then became a U.S. Customs Inspector, reational Trails Act of 1974. In 1968 he was cally, she understands the limits of the pos- where in addition to the normal duties of a instrumental in drafting the National Trails Act,

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JOHN- Monday, January 29, 2007 worked on the management plan and was SON OF PASCO COUNTY, FLOR- Chairman of the Board of Amigos De Anza IDA Mr. DAVID DAVIS of Tennessee. Madam support group for the trail. He was honored at Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Roger the American Trails Conference in November, Carter, a resident of the First Congressional 1998, by John Horsly, Deputy Director of the HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE District of Tennessee, who has recently been Department of Transportation, for his initiative OF FLORIDA elected one of 7 National Directors for the in organizing an international relay on horse- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ruritan Club. back to highlight the De Anza Trail. Later Monday, January 29, 2007 Roger Carter led the ticket in votes by gar- under George’s leadership, the De Anza Trail nering 503 of 666 ballots issued at the 76th Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. was designated a Millennium Trail and he was Annual Ruritan National Convention held in Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Hjalma again invited to the White House. In apprecia- Louisville, Kentucky. tion of his efforts, First Lady Hillary Clinton E. Johnson, the recipient of the 4TH Annual Roger Carter is a member of the Ottway presented him with a certificate that stated, in Lincoln Heritage Award presented by the East Ruritan Club where he has served as Presi- part, ‘‘Cardinet’s leadership will play an impor- Pasco Political Club. This prestigious award dent, Vice President, Board of Directors and tant role in achieving the goal of a nationwide was established to recognize an outstanding all Service Committees. The awards he has network of trails that preserve open spaces, community member for his or her commitment received: Club Ruritan of the Year, Out- interpret history and culture, and promote al- to the principles practiced and espoused by standing President’s Award, National Presi- ternative transportation routes as well as Abraham Lincoln, as well as for their humani- dent’s Golden Key Award, and National Presi- recreation and tourism.’’ tarian services to the community and to Pasco dent’s VIP Award. He also has received the George Cardinet worked with the East Bay County. Tom Downing Fellow the highest award that a Regional Park District to annex portions of An unassuming country boy whose reputa- member can receive. Contra Costa County with the park district to tion precedes him in the global marketplace, Roger Carter has served as President and establish trail links between East Bay Regional Mr. Johnson is President of Investment Advi- Vice President of the Greene County Council Parks and Mt. Diablo State Park. For his long- sors, Inc., and Triple J. Ranch, Inc. He cur- of Ruritans. standing and sustained advocacy of trails, rently serves on the Board of Directors of Roger Carter is a resident of Afton, Ten- George has become known as the Father of Hyde Park Capital’s Advisory Board, Moore, nessee, where he and Kimberly, his wife re- California Trails by the California State Horse- Clayton LLC, a London based merchant bank side. men’s Association, and the Grandfather of the and Crews Banking Corp., Wauchula, Fl. He is Roger Carter is a Transportation Technician Juan Bautista de Anza Historic Trail as well as also a past President of the Florida Bankers 1 Roadway Inspector for the Tennessee De- the Grandfather of National Trails by the Na- Association and the American Bankers Asso- partment of Transportation. tional Park Service. ciation. Roger also is a member of: Greeneville Op- Mr. Cardinet is survived by a brother, Walter Mr. Johnson graduated from the University timist Club, United Volunteer Fire Department, M. Cardinet of Auburn, a son, Dr. George H. of Florida with a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engi- Greeneville Moose Lodge #692, Greene Cardinet III and daughter-in-law, Claudia neering with High Honors in 1958. A U.S. County Agriculture Advisory Committee and Cardinet of Winters; and daughters Maureen Army veteran, Mr. Johnson served as a Union Freewill Baptist Church. Casteel and Michele Tomasulo and sons-in- Counter-Intelligence Officer at the U.S. Army’s Madam Speaker, I ask you and my fellow law, Gary Casteel and Anthony Tomasulo, all European Headquarters in Heidelberg, Ger- members to join me in honoring Roger Carter, of Concord. many. He received a Juris Doctorate from Bir- a true servant of community, whose commit- Madam Speaker, because of George mingham School of Law in 1965, is a member ment and unwavering determination continue Cardinet’s countless contributions as an open of the Alabama Bar, and is admitted to prac- to make a lasting impact all throughout East space and trail advocate, it is appropriate for tice before the United States Supreme Court. Tennessee. He is a 1968 graduate of the Stonier Graduate us to honor him today. f School of Banking, Rutgers University. In addi- f tion, he served on the University of Florida’s RETIREMENT OF MR. RICHARD J. IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE OF Warrington College of Business Advisory CONNELLY OF THE DEFENSE LO- JALESSA CLEMENTS Council and is the immediate past President of GISTICS AGENCY the University of Florida Gator Boosters. HON. MIKE ROGERS A former Chairman of the Trustees of Saint HON. JAMES P. MORAN OF ALABAMA Leo University, St. Leo, FL, Mr. Johnson OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served on the Salvation Army Service Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mittee, was inducted into the Tampa Bay Busi- Monday, January 29, 2007 ness Hall of Fame, and was a board member Monday, January 29, 2007 Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, of the Fannie Mae National Advisory Council. Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I Ms. Jaleesa Clements, a 16-year-old con- Mr. Johnson recently celebrated his fiftieth rise today to honor the career of Mr. Richard stituent of mine from Tuskegee, Alabama, wedding anniversary with his high school J. Connelly. Having served his country for tragically passed away recently. sweetheart, Laura. Their son, Len, is a prac- more than 38 years, he retired from the Fed- According to those who knew her, Jaleesa ticing attorney in Dade City, FL, where he re- eral Government on January 3, 2007. His was a highly intelligent young woman with a sides with his wife, Nancy. Mr. Johnson’s record of achievement during this period re- bright future. At school, she was recognized grandson, Brock, is a senior at the University flects great credit upon himself and upon the for her accomplishments as Miss Tuskegee In- of Florida, and his granddaughter, Paige, is a organizations with which he has served. stitute Middle School. Jaleesa had many tal- freshman at the University of Alabama. Mr. Connelly is a member of the Senior Ex- ents, and also dedicated her time to serving in Madam Speaker, Hjalma Johnson is well ecutive Service and has received numerous the Booker T. Washington High School March- known for his compassion for others and for awards over his career including a 2003 Presi- ing Aristocrats, where she served as the Ma- his commitment and passion to his community dential Rank Award of Meritorious Executive. jorette Captain. She was also a young woman and profession. I am proud to honor him as an Beginning his Federal career as an Army Sig- with a strong faith, and contributed to her exemplary executive, husband, father and nal Officer in 1968, Mr. Connelly joined the community by being an active member of St. grandfather in Florida’s 5th Congressional Dis- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) in 1972 as a James AME Church in Tuskegee, Alabama. trict, and as the 2007 recipient of the Lincoln management intern in the budget office. In It is a tragedy indeed that a young person Heritage Award from the East Pasco Political 1986, he was appointed to the Senior Execu- filled with such promise was taken from us at Club. tive Service and was named the chief of the

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This consistent with the spirit of No Child Left Be- tended Officer Candidate School at Fort Sill, stricter definition requires a higher threshold hind while also supporting our veterans and Oklahoma where he was commissioned as a for ‘‘high-need,’’ requiring the school to have students by maximizing opportunities for par- second lieutenant in the Signal Corps, and either 10,000 students or 20% of students ticipation. I urge my colleagues to join me in served one year in Vietnam. Mr. Connelly at- from families below the poverty level. How- supporting this successful program and restor- tended Stanford University Graduate School of ever, the original Title I definition of high-need ing the opportunity to ‘‘serve again’’ to our Na- Business as a Sloan Fellow and received a was also retained in the law in the section tion’s veterans. Master of Science degree in management in specifically detailing the Troops program. Es- f 1978. sentially, Congress inadvertently created two Mr. Connelly became Director of Defense conflicting definitions of ‘‘high-need’’ with re- TRIBUTE TO FIRST GRADE CLASS Energy Support Center (DESC) on November gard to this program. AT RACCOON ELEMENTARY 3, 2003, directing the Department of Defense Early on, the Department of Education and SCHOOL organization that is responsible for purchasing the Troops to Teachers program recognized and managing all petroleum resources used this unintended change in law and worked to- HON. JOHN SHIMKUS by the United States military. In addition, Mr. gether to address it. From 2003–2005, while OF ILLINOIS Connelly has guided the growing mission of discussions were being held on how to rec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES total energy support by developing strategies oncile this discrepancy, the program continued Monday, January 29, 2007 to buy and sell deregulated electricity and nat- to operate under the original and intended def- ural gas to federal agency customers. inition. However, after the completion of a ne- Mr. SHIMKUS. Madam Speaker, I rise today Madam Speaker, I am honored to ask my gotiated rulemaking process in September to honor the first-grade students at Raccoon colleagues to join me in congratulating Mr. 2005, the Department issued a regulation stat- Elementary School in Centralia, Illinois. In just Richard J. Connelly on his retirement from ing that the new, stricter definition was not an 2 weeks, these young boys and girls raised Federal Civil Service. He epitomizes the dedi- error but congressional intent. As one of the $111 to buy care packages for local soldiers cation and professionalism that make our Fed- leading supporters of this program during the serving in the Middle East. eral government a model all over the world. drafting of No Child Left Behind, I can assure With the guidance of their teachers, Wendy f my colleagues that this was clearly not the in- Bookhout and Amy Verble, the first-graders tent of the supporters of the program. were the first participants in the Raccoon INTRODUCTION OF THE TROOPS Madam Speaker, the unfortunate result of PRIDE program. This character building edu- TO TEACHERS IMPROVEMENT this, aside from limiting the number of schools cation plan challenges students to praise, en- ACT OF 2007 at which veterans may teach and honor their courage, and respect others as well as to get obligation of three-years service, is that it has involved in their community, help others, and HON. THOMAS E. PETRI disproportionately impacted western and rural to do the right thing. OF WISCONSIN states. In my home state of Wisconsin, the The students donated the money they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES number of eligible school districts has been re- raised to Steve Smith’s Second Soldier Christ- duced from approximately 400 to 11. Not sur- mas Drive. Mr. Smith then sent the care pack- Monday, January 29, 2007 prisingly, participation in the program has fall- ages containing quilts, phone cards, bibles, Mr. PETRI. Madam Speaker, today, I am re- en significantly since the implementation of the cookies, and socks, as well as many other introducing the Troops to Teachers Improve- new definition last year. This decision, al- items for the holidays. ment Act to improve opportunities for veterans though understandable given the conflicting I am pleased to congratulate the following to transition into second careers in teaching. I definitions contained in the law, is a disservice Raccoon first-grade class for their hard work am pleased to once again be joined in this ef- both to veterans wishing to continue their and dedication to helping others. God bless fort by Congresswoman DORIS MATSUI. I have service to our nation as educators as well as them for their service. been a supporter of the Troops to Teachers children who stand to benefit from their unique Jimmy Dale Allison, Dillion Michael Adams, program since its authorization, and I am expertise. Abraham August Applegate, Jonathan Altom, proud of its success over the last decade. The bottom line is that we are losing out on Jeremy Joseph Cameron, Mara Kalyn Since 1994, this program has placed nearly great teachers because they cannot accept Bookhout, McKenzie Christine Card, Timothy 10,000 veterans in our nation’s classrooms. the certification stipend due to a lack of Tyler Donoho, Paige Danielle Gooden, Anna Troops to Teachers is a unique program schools meeting the higher needs threshold in Draper, Abbie Elaine Harris, Alyssa Finley, that provides retiring military with a $5,000 sti- their community. The more we restrict oppor- Skylar Elizabeth Keele, Autumn Dawn George. pend to help cover the costs of teaching cer- tunities for participation, the fewer teachers we Devon Michael Dwain Milburn, Cameron tification in exchange for three years service in will be able to bring into public education, and Tyler Hoard, Anastasia Marie Moistner, Kelsey a high-need school, which until recently was the fewer teachers we will eventually be able Marie Littleton, Caleb Emmerson Michael defined as receiving grants under part A of to attract to the schools with the greatest Page, Valarie Marie Meadows, Shianne Alexis Title I. To further encourage participants to need. Further, given the President’s recent Smith, Shawn M. Morton, Molly Ann Thomp- teach in schools with the greatest need, a focus on the need for more math and science son, Barbara Shiann Pauley, Justin Kyle $10,000 bonus is offered to those who agree teachers, as well as his support for adjunct Tindall, Rex Nicholas Rexilius, Katlyn Paige to teach for three years in a school with 50% and alternative routes to teaching programs, Whipple, Ryan Lloyd Tate, and Carter John of students below the poverty level. we should be removing, not creating, restric- Wilson. This structure has proven very effective in tions that prevent qualified teachers in these f transitioning qualified retiring military per- areas from teaching in our Nation’s class- sonnel into second careers in teaching. In- rooms. TRIBUTE TO BARBARO deed, Troops participants fill several critical Madam Speaker, with Troops to Teachers, needs among educators: eighty-two percent the Department already has an established HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE are male, over one-third ethnic minorities, and program that is well-funded and successful. OF DELAWARE a majority bring an expertise in science and Rather than restricting it, we should be maxi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES math to the classroom. In an increasingly mizing this program’s potential. This bill would globalized economy, these valuable character- still require participants to teach in high-need Monday, January 29, 2007 istics provide a vital resource for schools schools, as defined by the Department, but if Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with across the country. no such school exists within a 50-mile radius great sadness that I rise today to remember However, this success is now in jeopardy of the participant, that participant will be eligi- the brave and heroic life of Barbaro. This due to a drafting error in the 2001 No Child ble to fulfill the obligation in a school that magnificent racehorse connected with so Left Behind Act which has inadvertently re- serves low-income students under the original many Americans because of his drive and de- stricted the number of schools at which partici- definition. This ensures that Troops partici- termination.

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Monday, January 29, 2007 the injury was an outpouring of support not Earlier this Congress I introduced H.R. 12, frequently seen in our world today. Letters, do- Mr. LAMPSON. Madam Speaker, I stand in order to ensure that students in my district nations and gifts came in from all over the here today to pay tribute to the life of Chief Er- continue to receive the resources needed to world, all because of what this wonderful nest Mendoza. Chief Mendoza was a dedi- succeed. I introduced this bill to help North horse embodied. cated public servant, whose spirit and drive Chicago continue to qualify as ‘‘heavily im- impacted the lives of all of those he encoun- pacted’’ and therefore, receive maximum fund- Barbaro had a strong connection to my tered. On January 19th Chief Mendoza was ing, and to ensure that Glenview and Highland home State of Delaware as he raced at Dela- on his way home from work when he was Park receive fair compensation. ware Park and was trained by local trainer Mi- killed by a drunk driver. His sudden and tragic I believe that it is crucial for schools outside chael Matz. The Barbaro story is an inspira- death has brought sadness and sorrow not of my district that are affected by the presence tional tale that will be remembered for genera- only to his family but also to the students and of the Federal government to receive support tions. While a racing champion many times staff of the Needville Independent School Dis- from the Impact Aid program as well. This over, Barbaro’s greatest talent was bringing trict and the communities of Fort Bend and funding is necessary to maintain school qual- people together and inspiring them. Wharton Counties. ity, protect surrounding communities from fi- This 54-year-old father of seven was a nancial burden and to fulfill an obligation to f Christian and military veteran who led an hon- our men and women serving overseas, by car- orable life. As a part of the Needville Inde- ing for their families at home. IN HONOR OF MICHAEL L. pendent School District Police for the past 10 PHILLIPS f years, and a law enforcement officer for 25, Chief Mendoza’s drive and passion for public TRIBUTE TO JIM HAMILTON safety touched many of his fellow officers on HON. BRAD ELLSWORTH the police force. Students and teachers in Fort HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN OF INDIANA Bend County will always remember his wel- OF SOUTH CAROLINA coming smile and that he protected them with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES care. Monday, January 29, 2007 Monday, January 29, 2007 His family has established The Ernest Men- doza Law Enforcement Scholarship Fund in Mr. CLYBURN. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. ELLSWORTH. Madam Speaker, I rise his honor. This fund is representative of the today to pay tribute to a legend in South Caro- today to honor the memory of Michael Leo commitment and sacrifice which characterized lina aviation, community activist, and real hu- Phillips, a man who spent the past 37 years Chief Mendoza’s years of service, his char- manitarian, Jimmie L. ‘‘Jim’’ Hamilton. Jim is a serving the students of Indiana State Univer- acter, and integrity. In death, as in life, he and true friend to me and to many other South sity, ISU, in Terre Haute. Mr. Phillips passed his family continue to be dedicated to edu- Carolinians whose lives he has touched away on January 18, 2007 at the age of 60. cating our Nation’s youth in safe and adequate through his work and his service. Although Jim Hamilton has been recognized After graduating from ISU in 1969, Mr. Phil- public schools. My sincerest condolences go to the family, as South Carolina Aviator of the Year, been lips remained in Terre Haute to work in the awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the high- university’s financial aid office, of which he friends, and colleagues of Chief Ernest Men- doza. May God provide peace and comfort to est civilian honor in South Carolina; and re- would later become director. In 1995 Phillips ceived the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas Walt became the student ombudsman at his alma his loved ones, and to those he protected. I ask you, Madam Speaker, to join me in Disney Award, he remains a humble man mater, a role which allowed him to personally whose big heart and bigger personality mask interact with and assist students. honoring Chief Mendoza and his family by entering his name and legacy into the CONGRES- the adversities he has faced. Beyond all of his hard work at ISU, Mr. Phil- SIONAL RECORD. The son of a commercial fisherman and lips was actively involved in the Terre Haute f ship maintenance father, Jim grew up in Flor- community. He served as trustee and treas- ida’s Lower Matecumbe Key, where he was urer for the Spruce Street AME Church. His FULLY FUNDING IMPACT AID the only school-aged child. He took a boat to community involvement included serving as school, until his family relocated to Miami, president of the Young Men’s Civic Club; HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK where he attended high school. After gradua- membership in the NAACP, I–Club, and 100 OF ILLINOIS tion, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. Concerned African American Men; and volun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jim’s career in the military would change teering with the Vigo County Youth Football the course of his life. He became a para- Monday, January 29, 2007 League, and Bambino youth baseball. He trooper in the 82nd Airborne Division, but he served on the board of directors of the Boys Mr. KIRK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to always wanted to be a pilot. Since the Army and Girls Clubs of America and as a trustee introduce The Government Reservation Accel- required officers to fly, Jim applied to officer of the Stewart Lawn Cemetery Association. He erated Development for Education Aid Act, training school and was sent to Fort Sill, Okla- was an adviser to many student organizations GRADE–A, H.R. 701, a bill to ensure the Fed- homa. From 1949–1958, he flew spotter at ISU and a mentor to students at Sarah eral government fully funds the Impact Aid planes for the Army. Jim maintains that learn- Scott Middle School. program. ing to fly shaped his character and taught him In 1950, President Harry Truman estab- honor and determination. In college Phillips played both basketball lished the Impact Aid program to meet the rev- When Jim left the Army in 1958, he became and baseball. He was on the 1967–68 Syca- enue shortfalls in school districts and commu- a flight instructor and Jack-of-all-trades with mores basketball team, which reached the nities that occur in districts with federally Aircraft Sales and Service at the Metropolitan NCAA Tournament championship game and owned land, which are exempt from State and Airport in Columbia, South Carolina, but he al- was inducted into the ISU Athletics Hall of local property taxes. Public schools are re- ways wanted to own his own business. Fame in 2005. quired by law to accept all children from mili- In 1961, Jim’s life changed completely when Michael Phillips will be greatly missed by his tary families, Native American reservations or his wife, Geraldine, died in a car accident. He wife Rita, four children, and his many friends other Federal establishments. This puts a se- was left to care for 3 young boys. His mother and family in Terre Haute and beyond. Mr. vere financial burden on school districts that moved to Columbia from Florida to manage Phillips will be remembered as a dedicated educate a significant number of federally con- the household, and just a few months later, advocate for students, a community leader, an nected children, diminishing the overall quality Jim was managing Owens Field airport. accomplished student-athlete, and a loving of education, and increasing the funding bur- The next year, he opened Midlands Aviation family man. den on local taxpayers. in a 1-room office in the Five Points area of

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:43 Jan 30, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29JA8.040 E29JAPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC61 with REMARKS January 29, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E205 Columbia. He got a contract selling Cessna contest that draws over 20,000 participants dreds of years. I commend this work to all airplanes, and when he sold the 50,000th from all over the world—for the past 5 years. who want a lasting peace between Jews and plane Cessna manufactured, his fledgling For 2 years in a row, Team 812 has won Muslims across the world, and everyone who company got a lot of attention in the trade the Regional Chairman’s Awards for the wishes to see the State of Israel and its neigh- publications. This launched his business to Southern California Region. During the 2003– bors coexisting harmoniously. new heights. 2004 competition, the Midnight Mechanics CASABLANCA, MOROCCO.—As the flames of From the early days of his business, Jim re- won the National Engineering Inspiration anti-Semitism continue to be fanned across alized there was a need for support of private Award. much of the Islamic world, there is a risk airplane owners in Columbia. He had to pay to But Team 812’s accomplishments do not that today’s youth will grow up believing keep his stock of Cessnas at Owens Field, end outside the engineering lab or the con- that Arabs and Jews were simply not meant to coexist, let alone thrive together. and he had to transport them to Aiken to be struction shop. The team has initiated the That idea conflicts with history—and is a serviced. So in 1964, Jim moved Midlands FIRST BUDDY program to mentor disadvan- falsehood today. My country, Morocco, illus- Aviation onsite at Owens Field. He used a taged students in math and science and es- trates the viability and vitality of a Jewish trailer as his office and installed fuel tanks tablished the FIRST STEPS program to reach community—my community—in an Arab nearby. Later he was able to purchase the out to inner-city high school students and country. It’s a model of harmony other Mus- building that once housed the South Carolina share with them their zeal for science. lim nations should follow. Aeronautics Commission. Team 812 has also brought their passion The Jewish people have been a presence in For 44 years, Jim provided fuel, parts and Africa’s Maghreb region for more than 2,000 into the classrooms and corridors of 10 other years. North African Jews and Muslims trav- service at Owens Field, a contract that he sold high schools in the San Diego area and has eled north and thrived together in southern in October 2006. He has also managed the helped them field robotics teams of their own. Europe for more than 700 years. In 1492, when county-owned airport since 1961, and con- Together the Midnight Mechanics and these we refused to convert to Christianity, we tinues to do so earning a salary of $1 per 10 newer teams have formed the Team San were expelled—together—from Spain. And month. One could say that Owens Field is Jim Diego FIRST Robotics Coalition, a coordi- together we successfully sought refuge in Hamilton’s life. However, there is so much nating organization to build new partnerships Morocco, which accepted us into its society more to Jim Hamilton. in the community and recruit more high and institutions. Morocco’s leaders have always made the In 1974, he started the Jamil Flying Fezzes, schools to field robotics teams. well-being of the Jewish people a top pri- which provides free flights for handicapped or I am proud to report that through the hard ority. During World War II, when the Vichy burned children to specialty hospitals. He work of the Midnight Mechanics and the Team government of occupied France announced mentors fourth graders through the Rotary San Diego FIRST Robotics Coalition, the City that it had prepared 200,000 yellow stars for Club, helps the Salvation Army recruit bell of San Diego will be hosting its inaugural the Jews of Morocco, King Mohammed V re- ringers at Christmas, and for the last 10 years FIRST Regional Competition this coming plied that he would need 50 more for him and he has driven ladies in a local retirement March. his family. He refused to make any distinc- home on weekly shopping trips. He has also tion between his citizens. At a time when our country’s young people The importance of a nation’s leader setting been a member of the South Carolina Board are falling farther and farther behind those of the tone for recognition, respect, and treat- for Mental Retardation and the Babcock Cen- other industrialized nations in math and ment of minority faiths cannot be over- ter Board. science, I want to commend the members of stated. Today, King Mohammed VI has de- Jim has served 3 4-year terms on the South Team 812, for their dedication to their craft, for clared his religious, historical, and constitu- Carolina Aeronautics Commission, and served their excellence in their efforts, and for their tional obligation to protect the rights, lib- as its Chairman twice. He has served 2 terms ability to instill a love of science in fellow erties, and sacred values of the Jews in Mo- as President of the South Carolina Aviation young people. Not only are the Midnight Me- rocco. This commitment dramatically affected Trades Association. He was elected Governor chanics firstrate competitors, they are also Morocco’s reaction at moments of great and Key man of the Columbia Hangar ‘‘Quiet true servants of the community. We need challenge. After May 16, 2003—the Moroccan Birdmen.’’ And he has dedicated much of his more role models like these to inspire our 9/11, when five terrorist bombs exploded, spare time to educating young people about younger children. three directed at Jewish targets—King Mo- the adventures of flying. Finally, I want to recognize Paul Tran, the hammed VI expressed condolences at a Jew- Jim has been married to his second wife, dedicated young man who first brought Team ish Center, condemning the criminal acts Patricia, since 1966, and between them they 812 to my attention. Paul wrote the following and reaffirming his determination to protect have 5 children. Jimmie Jr., his oldest son and to me in a letter: Jews and all Moroccan citizens. In doing so, he defined the attack as one a talented airplane mechanic, tragically We need your help to assist us in insti- upon all Moroccan society, awakening the drowned in 2000. Despite the difficulties and tuting FIRST Robotics in every high school national conscience and strengthening the tragedies in his personal life, Jim has always in San Diego, in California, and essentially, bonds between us. Moroccans of all faiths re- put others needs ahead of his own. the United States . . . We need your help to sponded with candlelight vigils at bombing Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me today bring FIRST to the attention of the U.S. sites and demonstrations attended by nearly in recognizing the extraordinary contributions House of Representatives and Senate. 1 million participants. of Jim Hamilton. He is an outstanding busi- Madam Speaker, dear colleagues, I hope Many Moroccan Jews have emigrated to nessman and community leader, who has you will help me fulfill Paul’s request and Israel and elsewhere, but the attachments to spread the word about this wonderful program our homeland are unique. ‘‘Morocco never overcome many challenges in his life and still loses a Jewish citizen—we gain an ambas- put others first. He says that flying taught him to all comers of our country. sador,’’ Mohammed VI’s predecessor, King honor and dedication, and there are many f Hassan II, once said. Today, there are 1 mil- people today who thank Jim Hamilton for lion such ‘‘ambassadors’’ all over the world MOROCCO: A MODEL OF MUSLIM- passing those qualities along to them. and 600,000 in Israel alone. JEWISH TIES f We Jews who call Morocco home have a vi- brant community that includes 30 func- TRIBUTE TO THE MEMBERS OF HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN tioning synagogues and three school networks, which many influential Muslim fami- PREUSS SCHOOL UCSD ROBOTICS OF NEW YORK TEAM lies choose for their own children. Moroccan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jews serve as counselors to the king, min- Monday, January 29, 2007 isters, colonels, members of parliament, HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS judges, and ambassadors. On Jewish holy OF CALIFORNIA Mr. ACKERMAN. Madam Speaker, I re- days, Muslim authorities, out of respect, at- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spectfully request that Serge Berdugo’s recent tend our services. op-ed, ‘‘Morocco: A Model of Muslim-Jewish With help from the Moroccan government, Monday, January 29, 2007 Ties’’, as published in the January 9 issue of we started a foundation to preserve Jewish Mrs. DAVIS of California, Madam Speaker, The Christian Science Monitor, be entered into historical sites. And we support research on our community—including 30 doctoral dis- I rise today to honor the members of the the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. Mr. Berdugo, the sertations presently under way by Muslim Preuss School UCSD robotics team. Team president of Morocco’s Jewish Community candidates. 812, known as the Midnight Mechanics, have Council, outlines the history of Muslim-Jewish Are we an isolated society? Hardly: Moroc- competed in the FIRST Robotics Competi- relations in Morocco, where Jews and Muslims cans young and old have access to as wide an tion—an annual robot design and construction have peacefully lived as neighbors for hun- array of media and ideological diversity as

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I wish him continued To hold hearings to examine solutions to tional culture, overwhelm the extremists’ success and Godspeed. long-term fiscal challenges. siren song. f SD–608 Are we a historical accident or the path Finance forward? Perhaps the answer is that our his- SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Organizational business meeting to con- torical good fortune now has to be trans- Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, sider an original resolution authorizing formed into a model for others. We are more agreed to by the Senate on February 4, expenditures for committee operations, subcommittee assignments, and the relevant outside our border than ever before. 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Other world leaders must realize that the nominations of Michael J. Astrue, of path forward lies not in fanning the fires of tem for a computerized schedule of all Massachusetts, to be Commissioner of the moment, but in setting a tone of authen- meetings and hearings of Senate com- Social Security, and Dean A. Pinkert, tic coexistence that will endure. mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- of Virginia, and Irving A. Williamson, of New York, each to be a Member of f tees, and committees of conference. This title requires all such committees the United States International Trade TRIBUTE TO PHILLIP ANDREW to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Commission. STOUT SD–215 Digest—designated by the Rules Com- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions mittee—of the time, place, and purpose Organizational business meeting to con- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN of the meetings, when scheduled, and sider an original resolution authorizing OF SOUTH CAROLINA any cancellations or changes in the expenditures for committee operations, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meetings as they occur. committee’s rules of procedure for the As an additional procedure along 110th Congress, and subcommittee as- Monday, January 29, 2007 with the computerization of this infor- signments; committee will also con- Mr. CLYBURN. Madam Speaker, I rise mation, the Office of the Senate Daily sider the Genetic Information Non- today to pay tribute to a South Carolina busi- discrimination Act. Digest will prepare this information for SD–430 nessman, who has been honored by his peers printing in the Extensions of Remarks Judiciary for his extraordinary work. Phillip Andrew section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD To hold hearings to examine the Iraq ‘‘Andy’’ Stout owns and operates the Shoney’s on Monday and Wednesday of each Study Group, focusing on recommenda- restaurant just minutes from my Santee, South week. tions for improvements to Iraq’s police Carolina office, and he has been recognized Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, Jan- and criminal justice system. as the Shoney’s 2006 Franchisee of the Year. uary 30, 2007 may be found in the Daily SD–226 Andy Stout operates five Shoney’s in South Small Business and Entrepreneurship Digest of today’s RECORD. To hold hearings to examine Federal Carolina, and owns three of them. In addition MEETINGS SCHEDULED small business assistance programs for to his recognition as Franchisee of the Year, veterans and reservists. two of Mr. Stout’s restaurants were honored SR–428A JANUARY 31 for their outstanding sales. This recognition did 10:30 a.m. not come easily. Mr. Stout learned to excel in 9:15 a.m. Aging his profession by starting at the ground level Foreign Relations To hold hearings to examine if Medicare To continue hearings to examine secur- Part D is working for low-income sen- and working his way up. ing America’s interests in Iraq, focus- As a teenager, he began working as a bus- iors. ing on the remaining options in Iraq in SD–562 boy in his stepfather’s Shoney’s restaurant in the strategic context. 11:30 a.m. Sumter, South Carolina. Two years later, he SH–216 Energy and Natural Resources moved up to become Kitchen Manager. Mr. 9:30 a.m. Business meeting to consider S. 202, to Stout then took a short break from Shoney’s Rules and Administration provide for the conveyance of certain to serve as General Manager of a Captain D’s Organizational business meeting to con- Forest Service land to the city of restaurant. However, he took that experience sider an original resolution authorizing Coffman Cove, Alaska, S. 216, to pro- expenditures for committee operations, and used it to become General Manager of vide for the exchange of certain Fed- committee’s rules of procedure for the eral land in the Santa Fe National For- Shoney’s in Sumter. 110th Congress, and subcommittee as- est and certain non-Federal land in the His years of hard work and training paid off signments. Pecos National Historical Park in the in 1994, when he formed P.A.S. Enterprises SR–301 State of New Mexico, S. 220, to author- and purchased his first Shoney’s in Manning, Joint Economic Committee ize early repayment of obligations to South Carolina. He added to his holdings in To hold hearings to examine ensuring the Bureau of Reclamation within the 2003 and 2005 by purchasing Shoney’s in the economic future by promoting mid- A&B Irrigation District in the State of Santee and Dillon respectively. Mr. Stout con- dle-class prosperity. Idaho, S. 232, to make permanent the tinues to oversee the daily operations of the SD–106 authorization for watershed restora- 9:45 a.m. tion and enhancement agreements, S. Sumter Shoney’s and is a partner in the Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry 235, to authorize the Secretary of the Shoney’s in Walterboro. Organizational business meeting to con- Interior to convey certain buildings Mr. Stout has received numerous awards for sider an original resolution authorizing and lands of the Yakima Project, the performance of his Shoney’s restaurants in expenditures for committee operation; Washington, to the Yakima-Tieton Ir- addition to his 2006 Franchisee of the Year to be followed by a hearing to examine rigation District, S. 240, to reauthorize award. He also takes time to serve on the the roles of Federal food assistance and amend the National Geologic Map- Board of Shoney’s Franchise Advisor Council, programs in family economic security ping Act of 1992, S. 241, to authorize the and he serves his community on the Board of and nutrition. Secretary of the Interior to enter into SR–328A cooperative agreements to protect nat- Trustees at Thomas Sumter Academy. 10 a.m. ural resources of units of the National He is married to Donna L. Stout and to- Armed Services Park System through collaborative ef- gether they have six children, Nicole, Rina, To receive a closed briefing regarding the forts on land inside and outside of units Austin, Elizabeth, Olin and Rebekah Ann. Iraq ‘‘surge’’ plan. of the National Park System, S. 245, to I speak often of the need to improve the SR–222 authorize the Secretary of the Interior plight of counties along the I–95 corridor, and Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs to designate the President William Jef- I commend Mr. Stout for the example he sets Organizational business meeting to con- ferson Clinton Birthplace Home in in running these successful businesses along sider an original resolution authorizing Hope, Arkansas, as a National Historic expenditures for committee operations, Site and unit of the National Park Sys- I–95. His story shows that hard work and ini- committee’s rules of procedure for the tem, S. 255, to provide assistance to the tiative can create opportunities for oneself and 110th Congress, and subcommittee as- State of New Mexico for the develop- for one’s community. signments; to be followed by a hearing ment of comprehensive State water Madam Speaker, I ask you and my col- to examine the Department of the plans, S. 260, to establish the Fort leagues to join me in applauding Andy Stout Treasury’s report to Congress on Inter- Stanton-Snowy River Cave National

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Casey Jr., USA, To hold hearings to examine the Presi- River Birds of Prey National Conserva- for reappointment to the grade of gen- dent’s budget request for fiscal year tion Area in honor of the late Morley eral and to be Chief of Staff, United 2008 and the fiscal years 2007 and 2008 Nelson, an international authority on States Army. war supplemental requests in review of birds of prey, who was instrumental in SR–325 the Defense Authorization Request for the establishment of this National Con- Energy and Natural Resources Fiscal Year 2008 and the Future Years servation Area, S. 263, to amend the Or- To hold hearings to examine accelerated Defense Program. egon Resource Conservation Act of 1996 biofuels diversity, focusing on how SH–216 to reauthorize the participation of the home-grown, biologically derived fuels 10 a.m. Bureau of Reclamation in the can blend into the nation’s transpor- Judiciary Deschutes River Conservancy, S. 264, to tation fuel mix. To hold hearings to examine judicial authorize the Bureau of Reclamation SDG–50 nominations. to participate in the rehabilitation of Indian Affairs SD–226 the Wallowa Lake Dam in Oregon, S. To hold hearings to examine the nomina- 265, to authorize the Secretary of the tion of Carl Joseph Artman, of Colo- FEBRUARY 7 Interior, acting through the Bureau of rado, to be an Assistant Secretary of 9:30 a.m. Reclamation, to conduct a water re- the Interior for Indian Affairs; to be Energy and Natural Resources source feasibility study for the Little followed by a business meeting to con- To hold hearings to examine the Presi- Butte/Bear Creek Subbasins in Oregon, sider the nomination. dent’s proposed budget request for fis- S. 266, to provide for the modification SR–485 cal year 2008 for the Department of En- of an amendatory repayment contract 10 a.m. ergy. between the Secretary of the Interior Budget SD–366 and the North Unit Irrigation District, To hold hearings to examine the current Judiciary S. 268, to designate the Ice Age Floods account deficit and the foreign debt of To hold hearings to examine if the De- National Geologic Trail, S. 275, to es- the United States. partment of Justice is politicizing the tablish the Prehistoric Trackways Na- SD–608 hiring and firing of U.S. attorneys re- tional Monument in the State of New Commerce, Science, and Transportation lating to preserving prosecutorial inde- Mexico, S. 277, to modify the bound- To hold hearings to examine a view from pendence. aries of Grand Teton National Park to the Federal Communications Commis- SD–226 include certain land within the GT sion relating to assessing the commu- 10 a.m. Park Subdivision, S. 278, to establish a nications marketplace. Commerce, Science, and Transportation program and criteria for National Her- SR–253 To hold hearings to examine climate itage Areas in the United States, S. 283, Finance change research and scientific integ- to amend the Compact of Free Associa- To hold hearings to examine improving rity. SR–253 tion Amendments Act of 2003, S. 320, to the health of America’s children relat- provide for the protection of paleon- ing to the future of Children’s Health FEBRUARY 8 tological resources on Federal lands, Insurance Program (CHIP). H.R. 57, to repeal certain sections of SD–215 9 a.m. the Act of May 26, 1936, pertaining to 2:30 p.m. Foreign Relations the Virgin Islands, and S. 200, to re- Homeland Security and Governmental Af- To hold hearings to examine the Presi- quire the Secretary of the Interior, act- fairs dent’s foreign affairs budget. ing through the Bureau of Reclamation Oversight of Government Management, the SD–106 and the United States Geological Sur- Federal Workforce, and the District of 9:30 a.m. vey, to conduct a study on groundwater Columbia Subcommittee Energy and Natural Resources To hold hearings to examine issues relat- resources in the State of Alaska. To hold hearings to examine privacy im- ing to labor, immigration, law enforce- SD–366 plications of the Federal government’s ment, and economic conditions in the 2:30 p.m. health information technology initia- Commonwealth of the Northern Mar- Commerce, Science, and Transportation tive relating to private health records, iana Islands. Business meeting to consider pending focusing on the efforts of Department SD–366 calendar business; to be followed by a of Health and Human Services to inte- 10 a.m. hearing to examine economic and secu- grate privacy into the Health Informa- Commerce, Science, and Transportation rity concerns relating to promoting tion Technology national infrastruc- To hold hearings to examine the present travel to America. ture and Office of Personnel Manage- and future of public safety communica- SR–253 ment’s efforts to expand the use of tions. Armed Services Health Information Technology SR–253 Readiness and Management Support Sub- through the Federal Employees Health Judiciary committee Benefits Program and the impact such Business meeting to consider pending To resume hearings to examine abusive actions have on Federal employees’ calendar business. practices in Department of Defense health information privacy. SD–226 contracting for services and inter-agen- SD–342 cy contracting. Intelligence FEBRUARY 13 SR–222 To hold hearings to examine the nomina- 10 a.m. Judiciary tion of J. Michael McConnell, of Vir- Energy and Natural Resources Terrorism, Technology and Homeland Se- ginia, to be Director of National Intel- To hold hearings to examine the ‘‘Stern curity Subcommittee ligence. Review of the Economics of Climate To hold hearings to examine challenges SD–106 Change’’ examining the economic im- and strategies for securing the U.S. Intelligence pacts of climate change and stabilizing border. To hold closed hearings to examine cer- greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. SD–226 tain intelligence matters. SD–106 SH–219 FEBRUARY 1 FEBRUARY 15 9:15 a.m. FEBRUARY 5 9:30 a.m. Foreign Relations 2 p.m. Energy and Natural Resources To continue hearings to examine secur- Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the Presi- ing America’s interests in Iraq, focus- Human Rights and the Law Subcommittee dent’s proposed budget request for fis- ing on the remaining options in Iraq in To hold hearings to examine genocide cal year 2008 for the Department of the the strategic context. and the rule of law. Interior. SH–216 SD–226 SD–366

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Page S1267 hold, restaurant, and retail space improvements, and Martinez Amendment No. 105 (to Amendment the work opportunity tax credit. Page S1267 No. 100), to clarify the house parent exemption to Division IV of Sessions (for Kyl) Amendment No. certain wage and hour requirements. Page S1267 210 (to Amendment No. 100), to provide for the Sanders Amendment No. 201 (to Amendment permanent extension of increasing expensing for No. 100), to express the sense of the Senate con- small businesses, the depreciation treatment of lease- cerning poverty. Page S1267 hold, restaurant, and retail space improvements, and Gregg Amendment No. 203 (to Amendment No. the work opportunity tax credit. Page S1267 100), to enable employees to use employee option Division V of Sessions (for Kyl) Amendment No. time. Page S1267 210 (to Amendment No. 100), to provide for the Burr Amendment No. 195 (to Amendment No. permanent extension of increasing expensing for 100), to provide for an exemption to a minimum small businesses, the depreciation treatment of lease- wage increase for certain employers who contribute hold, restaurant, and retail space improvements, and to their employees health benefit expenses. the work opportunity tax credit. Page S1267 Page S1267 Durbin Amendment No. 221 (to Amendment No. Chambliss Amendment No. 118 (to Amendment 157), to change the enactment date. Page S1275 No. 100), to provide minimum wage rates for agri- A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- cultural workers. Page S1267 viding for further consideration of the bill at 11:00 Kennedy (for Feinstein) Amendment No. 167 (to a.m. on Tuesday, January 30, 2007; that the time Amendment No. 118), to improve agricultural job until 12:15 p.m., be equally divided and controlled opportunities, benefits, and security for aliens in the between the Majority and Republican Leaders, or United States. Page S1267 their designees; that the time from 11:55 a.m. until Enzi (for Allard) Amendment No. 169 (to 12:05 p.m., be under the control of the Republican Amendment No. 100), to prevent identity theft by Leader and the time from 12:05 p.m. until 12:15 allowing the sharing of social security data among p.m., be under the control of the Majority Leader; government agencies for immigration enforcement that at 12:15 p.m., Senate vote on the motion to in- purposes. Page S1267 voke cloture on Reid (for Baucus) Amendment No. Enzi (for Cornyn) Amendment No. 135 (to 100 (listed above); provided further, that Members Amendment No. 100), to amend the Internal Rev- have until 11:00 a.m. to file any second-degree enue Code of 1986 to repeal the Federal unemploy- amendments. Page S1297 ment surtax. Pages S1267, S1271 Appointments: Enzi (for Cornyn) Amendment No. 138 (to Amendment No. 100), to amend the Internal Rev- Mexico-United States Parliamentary Group: enue Code of 1986 to expand workplace health in- The Chair, on behalf of the Vice President, pursuant centives by equalizing the tax consequences of em- to 22 U.S.C. 276h–276k, as amended, appointed the ployee athletic facility use. Pages S1267, S1271 following Senator as Chairman of the Senate Delega- Sessions (for Kyl) Amendment No. 209 (to tion to the Mexico-U.S. Interparliamentary Group Amendment No. 100), to extend through December during the 110th Congress: Senator Dodd. 31, 2012, the increased expensing for small busi- Page S1296 nesses. Page S1267 Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- Division I of Sessions (for Kyl) Amendment No. lowing nominations: 210 (to Amendment No. 100), to provide for the James R. Clapper, Jr., of Virginia, to be Under permanent extension of increasing expensing for Secretary of Defense for Intelligence. small businesses, the depreciation treatment of lease- William Herbert Heyman, of New York, to be a hold, restaurant, and retail space improvements, and Director of the Securities Investor Protection Cor- the work opportunity tax credit. Page S1267 poration for a term expiring December 31, 2008. Division II of Sessions (for Kyl) Amendment No. 32 Air Force nominations in the rank of general. 210 (to Amendment No. 100), to provide for the 1 Army nomination in the rank of general. permanent extension of increasing expensing for Page S1297

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Executive Communications: Pages S1281–83 Privileges of the Floor: Page S1296 Executive Reports of Committees: Page S1283 Adjournment: Senate convened at 2:00 p.m., and Additional Cosponsors: Pages S1284–85 adjourned at 5:32 p.m., until 10:00 a.m., on Tues- day, January 30, 2007. (For Senate’s program, see Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: the remarks of the Majority Leader in today’s Record Pages S1285–93 on page S1297.) Additional Statements: Page S1281 Amendments Submitted: Pages S1293–96 Committee Meetings Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Page S1296 No committee meetings were held. h House of Representatives United States Postal Service located at 152 North Chamber Action 5th Street in Laramie, Wyoming, as the ‘‘Gale W. Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 20 pub- McGee Post Office’’; Pages H955–56 lic bills, H.R. 698–717; and 5 resolutions, H.J. Res. 20; H. Con. Res. 46; and H. Res. 102–104 were in- Congratulating the University of California at Santa Barbara men’s soccer team: H. Res. 70, troduced. Pages H986–87 amended, to congratulate the University of Cali- Additional Cosponsors: Pages H987–88 fornia at Santa Barbara men’s soccer team, the 2006 Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: National Collegiate Athletic Association Champions; H. Con. Res. 34, honoring the life of Percy Lavon and Pages H956–57 Julian, a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry re- Commending the University of Louisville Car- search and development and the first and only Afri- dinals football team: H. Res. 82, amended, to com- can American chemist to be inducted into the Na- mend the University of Louisville Cardinals football tional Academy of Sciences (H. Rept. 110–4) and team for their victory in the 2007 Orange Bowl, by H. Res. 59, supporting the goals and ideals of a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 408 yeas to 1 nay, Roll No. National Engineers Week (H. Rept. 110–5). 60. Pages H957–58 H960 Page H986 Recess: The House recessed at 3:03 p.m. and recon- Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein she appointed Representative Baird to act as Speaker Pro vened at 6:30 p.m. Page H958 Tempore for today. Page H947 United States Group of the NATO Parliamen- Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules tary Assembly—Appointment: The Chair an- and pass the following measures: nounced the Speaker’s appointment of the following Members of the House of Representatives, in addi- Lane Evans Post Office Building Designation tion to Representative Tanner, Chairman, to the Act: H.R. 521, to designate the facility of the United States Group of the NATO Parliamentary United States Postal Service located at 2633 11th Assembly: Representative Tauscher, Vice Chairman; Street in Rock Island, Illinois, as the ‘‘Lane Evans Representatives Ross, Chandler, Larson (CT), Meek Post Office Building,’’ by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of (FL), Scott (GA), and Bean. Page 958 405 yeas to 3 nays, Roll. No. 58; Pages H948–54, H958–59 Senate Message: Message received from the Senate Gerald R. Ford, Jr. Post Office Building Des- by the Clerk and subsequently presented to the ignation Act: H.R. 49, to designate the facility of House today appears on page H948. the United States Postal Service located at 1300 Quorum Calls—Votes: Three yea-and-nay votes de- North Frontage Road West in Vail, Colorado, as the veloped during the proceedings of today and appear ‘‘Gerald R. Ford, Jr. Post Office Building,’’ by a 2⁄3 on pages H958–59, H959–60 and H960. There yea-and-nay vote of 409 yeas with none voting were no quorum calls. ‘‘nay,’’ Roll No. 59; Pages H954–55, H959–60 Adjournment: The House met at 2:00 p.m. and ad- Gale W. McGee Post Office Building Designa- journed at 11:03 p.m. tion Act: H.R. 335, to designate the facility of the

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Next Meeting of the SENATE the House Democracy Assistance Commission for the 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 30 One Hundred Tenth Congress; (2) H. Con. Res. 20—Calling on the Government of the United Kingdom to immediately establish a full, inde- Senate Chamber pendent, and public judicial inquiry into the murder Program for Tuesday: After the transaction of any of Northern Ireland defense attorney Patrick morning business (not to extend beyond 60 minutes) Sen- Finucane, as recommended by Judge Peter Cory as ate will continue consideration of H.R. 2, Fair Minimum part of the Weston Park Agreement, in order to Wage, and vote on the motion to invoke cloture on Reid move forward on the Northern Ireland peace process; (for Baucus) Amendment No. 100 at approximately 12:15 (3) H. Res. 59—Supporting the goals and ideals of p.m. National Engineers Week; (4) H. Con. Res. 34— (Senate will recess from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. for their Honoring the life of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer respective party conferences.) in the field of organic chemistry research and devel- Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES opment and the first and only African American chemist to be inducted into the National Academy 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 30 of Sciences; and (5) H. Con. Res. 5—Expressing support for the designation and goals of ‘‘Hire a Veteran Week’’ and encouraging the President to issue a House Chamber proclamation supporting those goals. Program for Tuesday: Consideration of the following suspensions: (1) H. Res. 24—Establishing

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Davis, Susan A., Calif., E198, E205 Pascrell, Bill, Jr., N.J., E199 Ellsworth, Brad, Ind., E204 Petri, Thomas E., Wisc., E203 Ackerman, Gary L., N.Y., E205 Emanuel, Rahm, Ill., E195, E196, E197 Rangel, Charles B., N.Y., E195, E196 Brown-Waite, Ginny, Fla., E201, E202 Higgins, Brian, N.Y., E198 Rogers, Mike, Ala., E201, E202 Carney, Christopher P., Pa., E200 Hooley, Darlene, Ore., E198 Ruppersberger, C.A. Dutch, Md., E198 Carson, Julia, Ind., E196, E197 Kirk, Mark Steven, Ill., E204 Schiff, Adam B., Calif., E200 Castle, Michael N., Del., E195, E197, E203 Lampson, Nick, Tex., E204 Shimkus, John, Ill., E203 Clyburn, James E., S.C., E204, E206 Miller, George, Calif., E200, E201 Slaughter, Louise McIntosh, N.Y., E199 Davis, David, Tenn., E202 Moran, James P., Va., E202 Van Hollen, Chris, Md., E199

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