Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 108 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

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Vol. 149 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2003 No. 83 House of Representatives The House met at 12:30 p.m. and was morning hour debates. The Chair will and what happened is it resulted in the called to order by the Speaker pro tem- alternate recognition between the par- arrests of many activists after a mass pore (Mr. ISSA). ties, with each party limited to not to demonstration turned violent with f exceed 30 minutes, and each Member hundreds injured. Now, the defendants except the majority leader, the minor- were sent for trial under martial law. DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER ity leader or the minority whip limited The arrests and trials clearly articu- PRO TEMPORE to not to exceed 5 minutes. lated a need for changes in the govern- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- The Chair recognizes the gentleman ment and focused world attention on fore the House the following commu- from Florida (Mr. STEARNS) for 5 min- the political situation in Taiwan. nication from the Speaker: utes. Mr. Chen used his legal skills to de- WASHINGTON, DC, f fend their right to protest an authori- June 9, 2003. HONORING PRESIDENT CHEN OF tarian government. For his service, he I hereby appoint the Honorable DARRELL E. TAIWAN was imprisoned for 8 months. ISSA to act as Speaker pro tempore on this President Chen has served as a Taipei day. Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, I would city council member and, of course, as J. DENNIS HASTERT, like to take this opportunity to con- the mayor of Taipei and in the legisla- Speaker of the House of Representatives. gratulate Chen Shui-bian, president of tive Yuan. Now, all of these experi- Taiwan, on his third anniversary in of- f ences helped him to govern Taiwan in a fice. On March 18, 2000, Mr. Chen Shui- way in which I think will prioritize MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE bian and Ms. Annette Lu were elected peace and security without relin- as the 10th-term president and vice A message from the Senate by Mr. quishing democratic principles. Monahan, one of its clerks, announced president of the Republic of China. With their inauguration on May 20, He has continuously expressed his that the Senate has passed with good will to the Chinese mainland and amendments in which the concurrence 2000, the peaceful transfer of presidential power to another political opened the possibility of holding a dia- of the House is requested, a bill of the logue and conducting cooperation, House of the following title: party is a profound reminder to all of us that the democratic process is rap- under the premise of maintaining Tai- H.R. 1308. An act to amend the Internal idly maturing in Taiwan. In fact, it is wan’s sovereignty, its dignity and secu- Revenue Code of 1986 to end certain abusive an outstanding example for developing rity. tax practices, to provide tax relief and sim- Taiwan and the United States have plification, and for other purposes. democracies around the world, as well as in the Chinese mainland. enjoyed a close relationship with each The message also announced that the Mr. Chen’s story is one that is often other for almost 50 years. It is a politi- Senate insists upon its amendments to heard in America, but it is an extraor- cally, economically, and culturally the bill (H.R. 1308) ‘‘An Act to amend dinary one considering the political rich association for both. In fact, de- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to climate in Taiwan at the time he was spite its size, Taiwan is our eighth end certain abusive tax practices, to born. He was born in 1950, but because largest trading partner, and we are provide tax relief and simplification, he was a sickly child and not expected Taiwan’s largest trading partner. For and for other purposes,’’ requests a to live, his family did not officially this and other reasons, the United conference with the House on the dis- register his birth until 1951. He was States must unabashedly stand behind agreeing votes of the two Houses there- born to a tenant farmer family in rural the Taiwan Relations Act, which will on, and appoints Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. Taiwan; but despite serious poverty, communicate our resolve for a peaceful NICKLES, Mr. LOTT, Mr. BAUCUS, and his family encouraged their son to pur- resolution in Taiwan. Mrs. LINCOLN, to be the conferees on sue a brighter future. So important Taiwan also deserves our congratula- the part of the Senate. was education to him and his family tions on the recent accession to the f that the family borrowed money to World Trade Organization, though that help pay for his schooling. He excelled is only the first step. We must support MORNING HOUR DEBATES academically all through grade school Taiwan’s movement to gain member- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- and finally into law school where he ship in the International Civil Aviation ant to the order of the House of Janu- first developed his deep passion for true Organization and especially observer ary 7, 2003, the Chair will now recog- democracy in Taiwan. status in the World Health Organiza- nize Members from lists submitted by Now, in 1980, there was an incident. It tion. The recent outbreak of SARS is a the majority and minority leaders for was called the ‘‘Kaohsiung Incident,’’ good demonstration of what Secretary

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VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:31 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN7.000 H09PT1 H5048 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 of State Colin Powell said recently: is really an issue of fairness. Is it right, married couple like Jose and ‘‘Infectious disease knows no borders is it fair that under our Tax Code 42 Magdalena Castillo, who like 42 million and requires an effective and coordi- million married working couples on av- other married couples across this coun- nated response at local, national, and erage paid $1,700 more in higher taxes try suffer the marriage tax penalty, international levels.’’ just because they were married? they will have extra money that really, Taiwan is a part of the world that Think about that. Husband and wife, rightfully should be theirs. The has been impacted by SARS and needs they are both in the workforce, they Castillo family should not have to pay to play its proper role in preventing file their taxes jointly when they are higher taxes just because they chose to the spread of the disease. married; and because of that, our Tax get married. It is not right. It is not For this reason, Mr. Speaker, it is Code previously pushed them into a fair. And really it punishes society’s clear that Taiwan deserves active par- higher tax bracket and required them most basic institution, to punish mar- ticipation in the World Health Organi- on average to pay $1,700 more. If you riage. zation. We must lend Taiwan support think about it, that is a lot of money. I want to thank the President. I want of Taiwan’s democracy at home in its Take Jose and Magdalena Castillo of to thank the majority of this Congress campaign to join international organi- Joliet, Illinois. A working family in for passing the Jobs and Economic zations abroad. Joliet. They work hard. They have two Growth Package. And we should be Taiwan is a reliable ally of the children, Eduardo and Carolina. They celebrating the fact that 42 million United States. Taiwan stood with us are construction workers. For this married working couples will see their shoulder to shoulder right after 9–11 family, for Jose and Magdalena marriage penalty tax eliminated this and has given us support with our war Castillo, their marriage tax penalty year. in Iraq and promised humanitarian aid was about $1,450. Now here in Wash- f to support postwar Iraq. ington, for some that is chump change; RECESS Mr. Speaker, I had the privilege of and they would rather spend the meeting with President Chen and was Castillos’ income here in Washington The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- impressed with his vision and commit- rather than allow the Castillo family ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair ment to the continual democratization to keep more of what they earn to declares the House in recess until 2 of Taiwan. I want to congratulate him meet their needs. p.m. on his past accomplishments and wish If you think about it, $1,450, that is a Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 44 him continued success. semester’s worth of tuition at Joliet minutes p.m.), the House stood in recess until 2 p.m. f Junior College. It is several months of day care for Eduardo and Carolina f JOBS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH while mom and dad are at work. It is b 1400 PACKAGE HELPS MARRIED COU- several months’ worth of car payments. AFTER RECESS PLES It is a mortgage payment or two for The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- the average family in Joliet, Illinois. The recess having expired, the House ant to the order of the House of Janu- So by eliminating the marriage tax was called to order by the Speaker pro ary 7, 2003, the gentleman from Illinois penalty, we really help the Castillo tempore (Mr. STEARNS) at 2 p.m. (Mr. WELLER) is recognized during family. f morning hour debates for 5 minutes. So I want to thank the President for PRAYER Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I would signing into law the Jobs and Eco- really like today to take a few minutes nomic Growth Package because as a re- The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. to celebrate the enactment into law of sult of the President signing the Jobs Coughlin, offered the following prayer: After Moses, Your servant, died, the Jobs and Economic Growth Pack- and Economic Growth Package into Lord, You spoke again to Joshua and age legislation that was passed by a law, 42 million married working cou- You speak to Your people even today. majority of this House and a majority ples like Jose and Magdalena Castillo ‘‘I will be with you, as I was with of the Senate and signed into law just of Joliet, Illinois, they no longer pay Moses. I will not leave you, nor forsake 2 weeks ago, legislation that will help the marriage tax penalty this year. every Federal income tax payer. It will We help married couples in two ways. you.’’ Relying on Your Word, we seek Your help revitalize our economy. It takes There are two kind of taxpayers. Those companionship today. Lord, be present the approach that if you put extra who itemize and those who do not to us in the House of Representatives. money in the pocketbooks of con- itemize. If you own a home, if you do- Guide the Members in right judgment, sumers, they will have more money to nate to your church or charity or syna- that they may respond in the very best spend to meet their families’ needs and gogue, you probably itemize. And the ways to the deepest needs of Your peo- also to give incentives to businesses to way we benefit those who are married ple. Make them bold in goodness and invest. It will create jobs. and are both in the workforce and who One of the benefits of this package is practical in service. have suffered the marriage tax penalty Because You have laid upon their it not only helps everybody who pays before is we widen the 15 percent tax shoulders the burden of power, just as Federal income taxes, but also 3 mil- bracket so that a two-earner couple, a You did to Joshua, sustain them also in lion low-income families who 2 weeks married couple, could earn twice as virtue and fashion them as good lead- ago paid income taxes will no longer be much as one single person. And by ers of the American people. Confirm required to pay income taxes because earning twice as much, they would still within them a sense of direction that we lowered the rate so they no longer stay in that 15 percent tax bracket. So will bring this Nation to an exploration have to pay Federal income taxes bene- we essentially eliminate the marriage of the future which will bring You fiting 3 million low-income taxpayers. tax penalty for 42 million couples. glory, now and forever. Amen. I would like to focus on one provision For those who do not itemize, we that was a key and central part of the have doubled the standard deductions. f Jobs and Economic Growth Package If you do not itemize, you use the THE JOURNAL and is really a provision that not only standard deduction; and we make the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The put extra money in the pocketbooks of standard deduction twice that for joint Chair has examined the Journal of the families, but it also brought fairness filers, for married couples. Twice the last day’s proceedings and announces now, fairness this year to the Tax size of a single filer’s standard deduc- to the House his approval thereof. Code, and that is the provision which tion. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- wipes out the marriage tax penalty The bottom line is, we eliminate the nal stands approved. this year for 42 million married work- marriage tax penalty for 42 million f ing couples. As one of those who has married working couples. Whether they raised this issue over the last several itemize their taxes or whether they do PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE years, I congratulate President Bush not itemize their taxes, we eliminate The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the for signing this legislation into law. It their marriage tax penalty. And for a gentleman from Ohio (Mr. TURNER)

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:31 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.003 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5049 come forward and lead the House in the State of Missouri has cosponsored this to join my colleague, the gentleman Pledge of Allegiance. legislation. from Ohio (Mr. TURNER), in the consid- Mr. TURNER of Ohio led the Pledge Mr. Speaker, this legislation honors eration of a measure which names a of Allegiance as follows: the great pioneer of animation and en- postal facility after Walt Disney. H.R. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the tertainment, Walt Disney. From Mick- 1610, which was introduced by Rep- United States of America, and to the Repub- ey Mouse to Donald Duck, from Snow resentative SAM GRAVES on April 3, lic for which it stands, one nation under God, White and the Seven Dwarfs to ‘‘Find- 2003, has met the committee policy and indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ing Nemo,’’ and from Disney World to has been cosponsored by the entire f Disneyland, and, yes, even Euro Dis- Missouri congressional delegation. ney, what other name is more synony- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Walt Disney was born on December 5, mous with family entertainment than PRO TEMPORE 1901. Shortly after his birth, his family Disney? moved to the peaceful town of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Born in Chicago, Illinois, on Decem- Marceline, Missouri, where they lived ant to clause 8, rule XX, the Chair will ber 5, 1901, Walter Elias Disney trans- in a small house on farmland owned by postpone further proceedings today on formed the initially struggling motion an uncle. It was during his boyhood motions to suspend the rules on which picture industry into the producer of years in Marceline that little Walt a recorded vote or the yeas and nays the preeminent modern American art began to draw pictures. He continued are ordered or on which the vote is ob- form. The list of Disney’s classic ani- to pursue his interests in art while at- jected to under clause 6 of rule XX. mated films reads like an all-time fa- tending McKinley High School in Chi- Record votes on postponed questions vorites list of kids everywhere: ‘‘Cin- cago, Illinois. There he studied art, will be taken after 6:30 p.m. today. derella,’’ ‘‘Pinocchio,’’ ‘‘Bambi,’’ often selling his drawings to make f ‘‘Alice in Wonderland,’’ ‘‘Beauty and extra money, and photography. the Beast,’’ ‘‘Dumbo,’’ ‘‘101 At the age of 16, Walt tried to enlist WALT DISNEY POST OFFICE Dalmations,’’ ‘‘The Jungle Book,’’ BUILDING in the military. Unfortunately, he was ‘‘Aladdin,’’ and ‘‘The Lion King.’’ too young, so he joined the Red Cross Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I The corporation founded by Walt Dis- and spent time driving an ambulance. move to suspend the rules and pass the ney also has succeeded in appealing to It was not until after the war that Walt bill (H.R. 1610) to redesignate the facil- a new generation of animated movie began to use his artistic talent as an ity of the United States Postal Service lovers with recent hits such as ‘‘Toy advertising cartoonist. located at 120 East Ritchie Avenue in Story,’’ ‘‘Pocahontas,’’ ‘‘The Hunch- As a young man, Walt created his Marceline, Missouri, as the ‘‘Walt Dis- back of Notre Dame,’’ ‘‘Mulan,’’ ‘‘Mon- first animated cartoon and moved to ney Post Office Building’’. sters Inc.,’’ ‘‘The Emperor’s New Hollywood to create another first, an The Clerk read as follows: Groove.’’ And, finally, one cannot for- animated live-action film. From there, H.R. 1610 get such timeless live-action films like things continued to spiral up. Walt cre- ‘‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,’’ ‘‘Swiss Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ated three cartoons featuring a char- Family Robinson,’’ ‘‘Treasure Island,’’ resentatives of the United States of America in acter he dreamed up, Mickey, as in ‘‘Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,’’ and ‘‘The Congress assembled, Mickey Mouse. Walt Disney continued SECTION 1. WALT DISNEY POST OFFICE BUILD- Santa Claus,’’ to name a few. Despite the American people’s famili- to make animated films, going on to ING. create ‘‘Snow White and the Seven (a) REDESIGNATION.—The facility of the arity with him and his countless Dwarfs,’’ ‘‘Pinocchio,’’ ‘‘Fantasia,’’ United States Postal Service located at 120 works, it may not be widely known East Ritchie Avenue in Marceline, Missouri, that Walt Disney was a production pio- ‘‘Dumbo,’’ and ‘‘Bambi.’’ Walt Disney and known as the Marceline Main Office, neer as well. He invented the went on to create theme parks and is a shall be known and designated as the ‘‘Walt multiplane camera, which was a break- pioneer in animated film production. A Disney Post Office Building’’. through in the movie production field. long-time smoker, Walt Disney died of (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, It created the illusion of depth that lung cancer on December 15, 1966. map, regulation, document, paper, or other Mr. Speaker, I commend my col- record of the United States to the facility re- greatly improved the picture quality of his animated films. The three-dimen- leagues for seeking to memorialize ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to Walt Disney by naming a postal facil- be a reference to the Walt Disney Post Office sional effects offered by the multiplane Building. camera were first seen in ‘‘Snow White ity in his hometown of Marceline, Mis- souri. By all accounts, Walt cherished The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- and the Seven Dwarfs,’’ which the time he spent in the little house on ant to the rule, the gentleman from premiered December 23, 1937, as the the farm. Ohio (Mr. TURNER) and the gentleman first full-length cartoon in history. Mr. Speaker, Walt Disney died in 1966 I want to say as a representative of from California (Mr. WAXMAN) each Southern California, which is a place will control 20 minutes. following a battle with lung cancer; but clearly his legacy has been firmly that we feel is very much part of Walt The Chair recognizes the gentleman Disney’s life, we have Disneyland, we from Ohio (Mr. TURNER). established for years in the minds of young people throughout the world, have Disney Studios, we are soon going GENERAL LEAVE and those slightly more grown up who to have Disney Hall. We feel that it is Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I remain young at heart. I regret that only fair that we allow a post office to ask unanimous consent that all Mem- debate is limited to only 20 minutes on be named after him in the town in bers may have 5 legislative days within our side for consideration of this bill, which he was raised. which to revise and extend their re- because in that period of time one can I urge my colleagues to pass this leg- marks on H.R. 1610. only give the briefest overview to all of islation. I think it is another of many The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the achievements and impact of Walt tributes that this country can hope to objection to the request of the gen- Disney’s outstanding life. pay, but never completely repay, Walt tleman from Ohio? I urge all Members to vote in favor of Disney for the enormous contribution There was no objection. H.R. 1610. I thank my colleague, the he has made to America and to the Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I gentleman from Missouri, for intro- world. yield myself such time as I may con- ducing this important measure that Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of sume. honors a man whose creative genius my time. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 1610, introduced by continues to entertain children and Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I my distinguished colleague, the gen- adults throughout the world. yield myself such time as I may con- tleman from Missouri (Mr. GRAVES), re- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of sume. designates the facility of the United my time. Mr. Speaker, I only want to add that States Postal Service located at East Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield I have my daughters with me, Jessica, Ritchie Avenue in Marceline, Missouri, myself such time as I may consume. 11, and Carolyn, who is 8. Jessica, who as the Walt Disney Post Office Build- As a member of the House Committee is 11, says that her favorite Walt Dis- ing. The entire delegation from the on Government Reform, I am pleased ney movie is ‘‘Pocahontas’’; Carolyn

VerDate Jan 31 2003 04:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.005 H09PT1 H5050 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 says that hers is ‘‘Mulan.’’ So cer- region, including Wright-Patterson Air The Wright Brothers had been fas- tainly, looking at their favorites, it is Force Base, the Dayton Aviation Heritage cinated by flight from an early age. in further support of this bill. National Historical Park, the United States The vision they shared of sweeping Mr. Speaker, I again want to thank Air Force Museum, the National Aviation across the sky without boundaries, Hall of Fame, the Wright ‘‘B’’ Flyers, the the gentleman from Missouri for intro- Engineers Club of Dayton, among many oth- limits or rules, led to countless hours ducing this important legislation. I ers; of imagination, experiments, and pure know he regrets that he was unable to Whereas the city of Dayton, area commu- hard work. Their lives centered around be here today for the consideration of nities, a number of civic groups, private the possibility of flight. H.R. 1610. I urge all Members to sup- businesses, government agencies, and mili- Together they opened a bicycle shop port the adoption of this measure. tary partners, are joining together to honor in Dayton, Ohio, in 1892. Upon seeing Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of the Nation’s aerospace achievements; the countless bicycle shops already in my time. Whereas Dayton is considered the ‘‘Birth- existence during the newly industri- place of Aviation’’ and the region will host Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield ‘‘Inventing Flight: The Centennial Celebra- alized America, they began to believe myself such time as I may consume. tion’’, from July 3 through July 20, 2003, in the ability of flight. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased that the which will be the largest public centennial The lonely hours and late nights gentleman from Ohio (Mr. TURNER) has event in Ohio celebrating the first flight and spent at drafting tables and workshops his children here with us today, espe- one of only 4 events nationwide endorsed as in Dayton fueled the brothers’ obses- cially in this tribute to Walt Disney, a full partner by the United States Centen- sion with making their dream a re- whose life and career meant so much to nial of Flight Commission; and ality. With every failed trial came a all children all over the world. It is a Whereas the celebration will feature pavil- new way of thinking. With every small ions housing aviation displays, blimp and fitting tribute that we pay to him to hot-air balloon races, dance and cultural per- success, they were a step closer to name a postal facility after him in the formances, river shows, historical reenact- their vision. town in which he was raised. I urge ments, an international air and space sympo- In 1899, they began building kites and passage of the legislation. sium, National Aviation Hall of Fame cere- gliders to test the theories that had Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance monies, and a military and general aviation been so diligently part of their work. of my time. show at the Dayton International Airport: Eventually, they met with success and Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I Now, therefore, be it began building their own plane. They Resolved by the House of Representatives (the built their first plane in Dayton, Ohio, yield back the balance of my time. Senate concurring), That Congress honors the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The city of Dayton, Ohio, and its many partners, and took it to Kitty Hawk to fly it in question is on the motion offered by for hosting ‘‘Inventing Flight: The Centen- the coastal winds of North Carolina. the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. TURNER) nial Celebration’’, a celebration of the cen- b 1415 that the House suspend the rules and tennial of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s first pass the bill, H.R. 1610. flight. Remarkably, a mere 11 years after The question was taken. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- the Wright Brothers opened their bicy- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the ant to the rule, the gentleman from cle shop in Dayton, the first successful opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of Ohio (Mr. TURNER) and the gentleman flight was completed. After watching the brothers in flight, those present have voted in the affirm- from California (Mr. WAXMAN) each ative. will control 20 minutes. an Ohio merchant remarked, ‘‘Imagine Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, The Chair recognizes the gentleman a locomotive that has left its track and on that I demand the yeas and nays. from Ohio (Mr. TURNER). is climbing up in the air without any wheels, but with white wings instead, The yeas and nays were ordered. GENERAL LEAVE The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I and you have something like what I ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the ask unanimous consent that all Mem- saw.’’ Chair’s prior announcement, further bers may have 5 legislative days within In a telegram sent by the Wright proceedings on this motion will be which to revise and extend their re- Brothers from Kitty Hawk, North postponed. marks on H. Con. Res. 162. Carolina to their father, Reverend Mil- ton Wright, on December 17, 1903, they f The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gen- said, ‘‘Success. Four flights Thursday HONORING DAYTON, OHIO, AND tleman from Ohio? morning. All against 21-mile wind. ITS MANY PARTNERS FOR There was no objection. Started from level with engine power HOSTING ‘‘INVENTING FLIGHT: Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I alone. Average speed through air, 31 THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRA- yield myself such time as I may con- miles. Longest, 59 seconds. Inform TION’’ sume. press. Home Christmas.’’ Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, House Concurrent Reso- Success, their achievement, changed move to suspend the rules and agree to lution 162 honors the City of Dayton, our world, making it smaller and the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. Ohio, and its many partners for hosting bringing us all closer together. The 162) honoring the City of Dayton, Ohio, Inventing Flight: The Centennial Cele- super highways of the sky have united and its many partners, for hosting ‘‘In- bration, a celebration of the centennial families, cultures, and encouraged the venting Flight: The Centennial Cele- of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s first spread of ideas across the world. The bration’’, a celebration of the centen- flight. achievement of flight, through the denial of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s first Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to termination and innovation of the flight. speak on behalf of Concurrent Resolu- Wright Brothers, changed the world The Clerk read as follows: tion 162 as an original cosponsor, along forever on a winter day in 1903. with every member in the Ohio delega- Upon achieving their first flight, the H. CON. RES. 162 tion, in honoring the City of Dayton, Wright Brothers returned to Dayton, Whereas 2003 marks the centennial of Wil- Ohio where they continued to study bur and Orville Wright’s achievement of the Ohio, as they begin to celebrate 2003, first controlled, powered flight in history; Inventing Flight: The Centennial Cele- aerodynamics and perfected flight. The Whereas Wilbur and Orville Wright grew up bration. location where they learned to sustain and worked at a bicycle shop in Dayton, On December 17, 1903, Wilbur and flight and, most importantly, to turn Ohio, where they developed, built, and re- Orville Wright launched man’s first- the aircraft is today the location of fined the first successful, heavier-than-air, ever sustained and controlled flight in Wright Patterson Air Force Base where manned, powered aircraft; a heavier-than-air engine-powered air- the Air Force continues to perfect Whereas the Wright brothers developed the craft at Kill Devil Hill, near Kitty flight and advance our advantage in world’s first flying field, the world’s first fly- Hawk, North Carolina. Although the aerodynamics and composite struc- ing school, and the world’s first airplane manufacturing company in the Dayton, Ohio first flight lasted only 12 seconds and tures for airplanes. area; covered approximately 120 feet, this In his youth, Wilbur Wright was af- Whereas many legacies of the Wrights’ in- achievement changed the world for- flicted with the belief that flight is ventiveness and creativity still exists in the ever. possible. Together the brothers were

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:31 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.007 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5051 crazy enough to believe that they, two In October of 1998, this body passed a of the Wright Brothers original aircraft is mak- men from Ohio, the heartland of Amer- bill to establish the commemoration of ing its first flights, and with the support of Con- ica, could change the world with the the centennial of powered flight and gress, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National achievement of flight. It is our great the achievements of the Wright Broth- Historic Park is ready to receive thousands of good fortune in their youth their ers. The commemoration activities set enthusiastic visitors. hearts were touched with fire. forth in that bill will come to fruition The year promises to hold many special Leonardo DaVinci envisioned a flying this year with the Festival of Flight. events that will bring national attention and machine that would be carried upward The festival will consist of four events provide a fitting tribute to the aviation pioneers and freely roam the skies in search of that will be held nationwide to cele- of Ohio. North Carolina can claim the location adventure, new places, and far-away brate the first flight of the Wright of the first flight by the Wright Brothers, but it cultures. The Wright Brothers applied Brothers. is their hometown that saw the laborious con- their knowledge of mechanics and mo- The Wright Brothers originally had a struction and endless testing that are required tion to achieve their collective dream. bicycle store in Dayton, Ohio. They to allow it to take to the sky. Today, flight remains as magical and later moved to Kitty Hawk, North Best of all will be the main event. I encour- awe-inspiring as it did when DaVinci Carolina for the hills, strong and age all of you to mark your calendars for July dreamed of flying and the Wright steady winds, and the soft, sandy 3 as we begin the festivities to celebrate this Brothers first took to the skies. ground, all ingredients for successful great achievement in human history. The en- In honor of the Wright Brothers’ flight. They went back to Dayton and tire event will last from July 3 to July 20, 2003, flight, Dayton, Ohio invites the Nation built a 6-foot wind tunnel to conduct and will be the largest public centennial event to a celebration of the first century of experiments with over 200 different in Ohio celebrating the first flight. Additionally, powered flight with the Inventing wing models. They developed the first it will be one of only 4 events nationwide en- Flight Celebration, a 17-day event reliable tables on the effects of air dorsed as a full partner by the United States starting on July 3 and ending on July pressure on curved surfaces, the prin- Centennial of Flight Commission. 20 with the Dayton Air Show. Some of ciples that we use today and that we From the Wright Brothers to today’s cutting the groups performing include the U.S. see on every airplane. In 1903, the edge aerospace research at Wright-Patterson Navy’s Blue Angels, the U.S. Air Force Wright Brothers completed the con- Air Force Base, Dayton has a rich aviation tra- Thunderbirds, and the Canadian Forces struction of a larger plane, powered by dition that will be evident to all of this year’s Snow Birds. This once-in-a-lifetime their own lightweight gas-powered en- activities and commemorative events. One show will be of Olympic proportions, gine, and returned to Kitty Hawk on cannot help but ponder what the next 100 years will hold for flight, but I am certain that complete with fireworks, blimp races, December 17, 1903. Four men and a boy Ohio will continue to play a major role in our acrobatic air maneuvers, special guest witnessed the first flight, a flight ongoing quest to push the limits of air and speakers, children’s centers, and orbit which dramatically changed the course zones. Attendees can enjoy the Wright space flight. of transportation, commerce, commu- As an Ohioan, I am proud to reside in the Brothers National Park, which in- nication, and warfare throughout the same state as the two brothers whose inven- cludes the original and first airplane of world. tion changed the world. the Wright Brothers that was capable I hope that the Festival of Flight will Mr. Speaker, I join today with my col- of sustaining flight; the United States educate Americans to the achievement leagues, aviation enthusiasts, and people Air Force Museum, which hosts over 1 of the Wright Brothers and their con- across the country in support of this resolu- million visitors a year; and the Na- tributions to the development of this tion. tional Aviation Hall of Fame, which Nation. I want to join my colleague in Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, in Octo- chronicles the accomplishments of our urging all of the Members to support ber 1998, this body passed a bill to establish aviation history. this resolution. a commemoration of the centennial of pow- In closing, let me thank the members Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance ered flight and the achievements of the Wright of the Ohio congressional delegation of my time. brothers. for joining me in sponsoring this legis- Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I The commemoration activities set forth in lation. I also want to thank the people want to thank the distinguished rank- that bill will come to fruition this year with the of Dayton, Wright Patterson Air Force ing member of the Committee on Gov- Festival of Flight. The Festival of Flight will Base, and the surrounding commu- ernment Reform for being here for the consist of four events that will be held nation- nities for their enthusiastic support of consideration of this legislation, and I wide to celebrate Wilbur and Orville Wright’s the Inventing Flight Centennial cele- again invite everyone to come to the first flight. bration. I would also invite all Mem- Wright Dunbar National Park, the Wilbur and Orville Wright manned the first bers of Congress and their families and United States Air Force Museum, and successful controlled and sustained powered their staffs to come to Dayton, Ohio the National Aviation Hall of Fame as flight. The Wright brothers, originally bicycle with us to celebrate one of the world’s part of the celebration in Dayton. store owners from Dayton, Ohio, moved to most remarkable achievements: flight. I have no other speakers. Again, I Kitty Hawk, North Carolina for the hills, strong Mr. Speaker, I urge passage of this res- urge all of the Members to support the and steady winds, and the soft-sanded olution. adoption of House Concurrent Resolu- ground—ingredients for successful flight. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of tion 162. They went back to Dayton and build a six- my time. Mr. HOBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support foot wind tunnel to conduct experiments with Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield of this resolution to honor the city of Dayton, over 200 different wing models. They devel- myself such time as I may consume. Ohio, and its many partners, for hosting ‘‘In- oped the first reliable tables on the effects of I want to commend the gentleman vesting Flight: The Centennial Celebration,’’ air pressure on curved surfaces, the principles from Ohio for introducing this resolu- commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Wil- that we use today and that you see on every tion commemorating the work of Wil- bur and Orville Wright’s first flight. airplane. bur and Orville Wright, who manned It is with great excitement that the U.S. In 1903, the Wright brothers completed the the first successful, controlled, and House of Representatives is considering this construction of a larger plan powered by their sustained power flight, and to signal resolution. It is rare that the United States, or own lightweight gas-powered engine and re- that at this time we are going to cele- the entire world for that matter, can come to- turned to Kitty Hawk. On December 17, 1903, brate, with a Festival of Flight in Day- gether in celebration of one truly historic and four men and a boy witnessed the first flight— ton, Ohio, their accomplishments. It is life changing event. This event occurred 100 a flight which dramatically changed the course fitting on the day that we commemo- years ago on December 17th, and lasted for of transportation, commerce, communication, rate Walt Disney for his flight of fancy an unprecedented 12 seconds. During those and warfare throughout the world. that we also have the Festival of 12 seconds, Wilbur Wright sustained the first I hope that the Festival of Flight will educate Flight for the Wright Brothers as part controlled, powered flight in history. Americans to the achievements of the Wright of the agenda on the schedule for Events are already in full swing for the Cen- brothers and their contributions to the develop- today, as our rhetoric soars as well and tennial of Flight. The new Huffman Prairie In- ment of this nation. flies ever higher in salute of great terpretive Center at Wright-Patterson Air Force I urge my colleagues to support this resolu- Americans. Base is now open to visitors, the flying replica tion.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:31 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.010 H09PT1 H5052 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in fixed-wing aircraft, their tinkering eventually Mr. Speaker, S. 763, which is iden- strong support of H. Con. Res. 162, honoring led them to design the first craft that could be tical to H.R. 1082 introduced by the the City of Dayton, Ohio for its Inventing Flight controlled. Aircraft, robots and even sub- gentlewoman from Indiana (Ms. CAR- celebration commemorating the 100th anniver- marines rely upon the principles the brothers SON), designates the Federal building sary of powered flight. developed to control yaw, pitch and roll. Their and United States courthouse located In addition to commending Dayton’s efforts innovations have allowed our world to become at 46 East Ohio Street in Indianapolis, this year, efforts which actually began back in connected by rapid air travel. Indiana as the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal 1989, we would be remiss if we neglected to Today, the City of Dayton, and the State of Building and United States Court- pay tribute to the dedication Dayton, the Miami Ohio, remain an important aviation center, with house.’’ This bill has the bipartisan Valley community, and the military and civilian Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and NASA support of the entire Indiana delega- personnel at Wright Patterson Air Force Base facilities Glenn and Plum Brook Station near tion. have shown in both preserving Wilbur and my district. Senator Birch Bayh was born in Orville Wright’s legacy and advancing the I want to thank my colleague for introducing Terre Haute, Indiana in 1928 to school- dream of human flight. this important resolution and the City of Day- teachers; and it is from them that he One hundred years ago, the Wright Brothers ton. inherited an ethic of public service. made Ohio the ‘‘Birthplace of Aviation.’’ It was MR. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I Upon graduation from high school, in their bicycle shop in Dayton, now part of the yield back the balance of my time. Senator Bayh volunteered for and Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, that The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. served in the United States Army from the Wright Brothers researched and designed STEARNS). The question is on the mo- 1946 to 1948. the first successful, heavier-than-air, manned, tion offered by the gentleman from Upon his return, he attended and powered aircraft. It was there in Dayton, on Ohio (Mr. TURNER) that the House sus- graduated from the Purdue University the Huffman Flying Prairie, where the brothers pend the rules and agree to the concur- School of Agriculture at Lafayette in learned to fly—where they learned to control rent resolution, H. Con. Res. 162. 1951. This education served him well, and maneuver their aircraft. The question was taken. since throughout his long career, he al- Today, the tradition of the Wright Brothers The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the ways found time to work on and over- lives on in the Dayton community. Engineers, opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of see the family farm, growing corn and scientists, and inventors continue to research, those present have voted in the affirm- soybeans for more than 4 decades. develop, and test the latest advances in air- ative. Senator Bayh’s political career began power at the Wright Patterson Air Force lab- Mr. TURNER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, in 1954 when at the age of 26 he was oratories. At the Air Force Institute of Tech- on that I demand the yeas and nays. elected to serve in the Indiana House of nology, they learn the technical skills to build The yeas and nays were ordered. Representatives. While serving in that the aircraft of the future. At the United States The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- body, he served as Speaker in 1959 and Air Force Museum, three hangars attest to the ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the as Democrat floor leader in 1957 and commitment the community has to preserve Chair’s prior announcement, further 1961. Despite these responsibilities, he the history of the Air Force and its contribu- proceedings on this motion will be also found time to attend and graduate tions to the advancement of powered flight. postponed. from Indiana University School of Law July 3, 2003 marks the beginning of the f in 1960 and was admitted to the bar in month-long Inventing Flight activities, trans- 1961. forming Dayton into an international hub of BIRCH BAYH FEDERAL BUILDING In 1962, at the age of 34, Senator Bayh aviation entertainment. The Centennial Cele- AND UNITED STATES COURT- entered the United States Senate bration, the largest public centennial event in HOUSE where he served three terms from 1963 Ohio celebrating the first powered flight, is one Mr. PEARCE. Mr. Speaker, I move to to 1981. While in the Senate, he served of only four nationwide events endorsed as a suspend the rules and pass the Senate as chairman of the Senate Select Com- full partner by the United States Centennial of bill (S. 763) to designate the Federal mittee on Intelligence, worked with Flight Commission. The Centennial Celebra- Building and United States courthouse the CIA, the National Security Agency, tion includes the Dayton Air Show at the Day- located at 46 East Ohio Street in Indi- and the FBI. He also was a member of ton International Airport. This year’s show will anapolis, Indiana, as the ‘‘Birch Bayh the Appropriations Subcommittee on include an unprecedented joint appearance by Federal Building and United States Transportation, where he called for and all three North American jet demonstration Courthouse’’. funded efforts to build the District of teams: the Air Force Thunderbirds, the Navy The Clerk read as follows: Columbia’s Metro subway system and Blue Angels, and the Canadian Forces Snow- S. 763 to modernize the Amtrak rail system. birds. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Senator Bayh is best known as chair- I am proud to represent communities work- resentatives of the United States of America in man of the Constitution Subcommittee ing so tirelessly to preserve and promote pow- Congress assembled, where he authored two amendments to ered fight, a community where the Wright SECTION 1. DESIGNATION OF BIRCH BAYH FED- the Constitution; the 25th amendment Brothers lived, dreamed, invented, and per- ERAL BUILDING AND UNITED on Presidential and Vice Presidential fected man’s first powered aircraft. In Dayton, STATES COURTHOUSE. succession, and the 26th amendment, the legacy of aviation is celebrated for its crit- The Federal building and United States which lowered the voting age from 21 ical contributions to the economy, to business courthouse located at 46 East Ohio Street in to 18 years of age. Indianapolis, Indiana, shall be known and This is a fitting tribute to a dedi- and personal travel, and to our military. I sa- designated as the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal lute Dayton’ legacy and extend an invitation to Building and United States Courthouse’’. cated public servant. I support this leg- everyone throughout our country to visit this SEC. 2. REFERENCES. islation and encourage my colleagues city and all of the Southwest Ohio and to join Any reference in a law, map, regulation, to do the same. the celebration where Imagination Takes document, paper, or other record of the Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Flight. United States to the Federal building and my time. Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise in United States courthouse referred to in sec- Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speak- support of H. Con. Res. 162, a resolution hon- tion 1 shall be deemed to be a reference to er, I yield myself such time as I may oring the City of Dayton, Ohio for its celebra- the Birch Bayh Federal Building and United consume, and I thank the gentleman tion of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s first flight in States Courthouse. from New Mexico. 1902. This important resolution is supported The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. Speaker, Senate bill 763 is a bill by the entire Ohio delegation. ant to the rule, the gentleman from that designates the Federal Building From military aircraft to NASA shuttles, New Mexico (Mr. PEARCE) and the gen- and United States Courthouse in Indi- these brothers are responsible for the founda- tlewoman from Indiana (Ms. CARSON) anapolis, Indiana as the Birch Bayh tion of the modern aviation industry and they each will control 20 minutes. Federal Building and United States deserve our gratitude. In their hometown of The Chair recognizes the gentleman Courthouse. Our senior Senator from Dayton, the brothers worked in a bicycle shop, from New Mexico (Mr. PEARCE). Indiana, Senator LUGAR, who heads the which would become their aviation laboratory. Mr. PEARCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield Foreign Relations Committee in the Although they were not the first to conceive a myself such time as I may consume. Senate, was so kind and gentle enough

VerDate Jan 31 2003 04:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN7.011 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5053 to usher Senate bill 763 through the member of the Indiana delegation is a co- I consider one of the greatest documents ever United States Senate. I had introduced sponsor. The bill was also introduced during written, the Constitution. Senator Bayh amend- the House version of this bill, H.R. 1082, the last Congress, but unfortunately, it stalled ed the document first by authoring the Twenty- which is cosponsored by the entire In- at the end of the last term. I urge the 108th Fifth Amendment, which created an orderly diana delegation. Congress to enact this legislation so that we transition of power in the case of the death or Born to two schoolteachers in may properly honor Birch Bayh. disability of the President and a method of se- Shirkeyville, Indiana, but also call Birch Bayh was born on January 22, 1928, lecting a Vice President when a vacancy oc- Terre Haute, Shirkeyville on January in Terre Haute, Indiana. He attended public curs in that office. Later, Senator Bayh au- 22, 1928, he began his political career at schools in Indiana and joined the Army in thored the Twenty-Sixth Amendment, which the young age of 26 with his election to 1946. In 1954, he was elected to the Indiana lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 years the Indiana House of Representatives House of Representatives where he served for old. To think of Birch Bayh improving this doc- in 1958. Having been a citizen of that eight years, including terms as Minority Leader ument not once but twice is breathtaking, but State for many years, I grew to admire and later, as Speaker of the House. He is a expected from such a unique person. The and respect the kind of leadership that graduate of both Purdue University and the In- structure of the Constitution had not been so the Senator displayed in the Indiana diana University School of Law. impacted by a single lawmaker since its cre- House of Representatives. Senator In 1962, when he was only 34 years old, ation by the founding fathers. Bayh rose to become minority leader in Birch Bayh was elected to the first of three Throughout his career, Senator Bayh always 1957 and then went on to become terms in the U.S. Senate. Senator Bayh quick- remembered that he was working for the peo- Speaker of the House in 1959. ly became a leader on issues of education, ple, especially those who were never given a In 1962 he entered the United States equal rights, and Constitutional law. As Chair- fair chance in life. Senator Bayh fought hard Senate and distinguished himself on man of the Constitutional Subcommittee of the for those who wanted an honest days work at the Subcommittee on the Constitution Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Bayh a living wage in order to support their families. For instance, he fought hard and was suc- of the Committee on the Judiciary. His authored two amendments to the Constitution: cessful in obtaining crucial funding for a rail- expertise in constitutional law led him the 25th Amendment, which sets forth the road track rehabilitation program that put thou- to author two amendments to the Con- order of Presidential succession, and the 26th sands of unemployed workers back on the job, stitution, the 25th amendment on Pres- Amendment, which lowers the voting age from and improved our nation’s infrastructure. idential and Vice Presidential succes- 21 to 18 years of age. It should go without Senator Bayh is a person who developed sions which was ratified in 1967, and saying that authorship of two constitutional every talent that God gave him to serve others the 26th amendment lowering the vot- amendments is a remarkable achievement. In and is a person of deep compassion and caring age from 21 to 18 years of age, addition, Senator Bayh was a strong supporter ing. He is also a person who never lost his which was ratified in 1971. No law- of two landmark pieces of legislation—the perspective on life, is fun to be with, and who maker since the Founding Fathers has 1964 Civil Rights Act and the 1965 Voting can always make you laugh. My father would successfully authored two amendments Rights Act. He was also highly instrumental in describe Senator Bayh as a ‘‘100 percent to the United States Constitution. enacting the Juvenile Justice Act, which man- guy.’’ I would too, and I congratulate him on In addition to his constitutional dates the separation of juvenile offenders from this great honor. work, Senator Bayh wrote landmark adult prison populations. Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speak- legislation on behalf of women. He au- Throughout his career, Senator Bayh was a er, I have no further requests for time, thored Title 9 of the Higher Education strong champion for the rights of women, chil- and I yield back the balance of my Act, which provided equal opportuni- dren, and minorities. He authored Title IX to time. ties for women, students, and faculty. the Higher Education Act, which ensures Mr. PEARCE. Mr. Speaker, I have no He also worked diligently on the Juve- equal opportunities for women students and further requests for time, and I yield nile Justice Act and played an integral faculty in our Nation’s schools. One result of back the balance of my time. role in the passage of the landmark this legislation is that women’s sports teams The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting have been given unprecedented opportunities STEARNS). The question is on the mo- Rights Act of 1965. to excel. To give just one example, the Univer- tion offered by the gentleman from At present, Senator Bayh is a partner sity of Minnesota-Duluth women’s hockey New Mexico (Mr. PEARCE) that the in the Washington, D.C. law firm of team has excelled in the sport and has won House suspend the rules and pass the Venable, Baetjer, Howard and Civiletti. the past three consecutive NCAA champion- Senate bill, S. 763. As a member of the Government Di- ships. It is proper that, as we honor Senator The question was taken. vision’s Legislative Group, he counsels Bayh today, we should remember his commit- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the corporate interests with business be- ment to equal opportunity and ensure that the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of fore all three branches of government, Title IX funding mandates remain strong, es- those present have voted in the affirm- helping them to affect pending law, pecially in light of recent proposals to undercut ative. build coalitions, advance their causes, this important piece of legislation. Mr. PEARCE. Mr. Speaker, on that I and to ensure that their voices and in- Since leaving the Senate in the 1980s, Sen- demand the yeas and nays. ator Bayh has continued his commitment to The yeas and nays were ordered. terests are considered in the public dia- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- public service. He serves as a member of the logue. ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, Senator Bayh also continues to work Chair’s prior announcement, further National Institute Against Prejudice and Vio- on behalf of his long-held passions of proceedings on this motion will be lence, and the University of Virginia’s Miller education, citizens’ rights, and the postponed. fight against bias, bigotry, and racism Center Commission on Presidential Disability in America. Senator Birch Bayh is re- and the 25th Amendment. f spected and admired throughout the I urge my colleagues to support S. 763 and GENERAL LEAVE State of Indiana and the Nation as a to honor the contributions of Senator Birch Mr. PEARCE. Mr. Speaker, I ask man of dedication and unwavering Bayh to his home state of Indiana and to our unanimous consent that all Members principles. Nation. may have 5 legislative days within Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, I first came b 1430 which to revise and extend their re- to know Senator Birch Bayh following his elec- marks and include extraneous material This designation, Mr. Speaker, is a tion to the United States Senate in 1962, on S. 763. most fitting tribute to the outstanding through my father, John Visclosky, the former The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there career of a devoted and thoughtful and Mayor of Gary, IN. My father has always had objection to the request of the gen- committed public servant. a deep respect and strong feelings towards tleman from New Mexico? Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise in Senator Bayh. Later, as a Member of Con- There was no objection. strong support of S. 763, a bill to designate gress, I have always considered Senator Birch f the federal building located at 46 East Ohio Bayh a friend and a mentor. As a citizen, I am St. in Indianapolis as the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal grateful that he chose a life of public service. RECESS Building and United States Courthouse.’’ This We will forever be served by Senator Bayh The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- bill has strong bipartisan support and each through the two changes he authored to, what ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.013 H09PT1 H5054 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 declares the House in recess until ap- Dicks Knollenberg Rahall NOT VOTING—50 Doggett Kolbe Ramstad proximately 6:30 p.m. Ackerman Gephardt Nethercutt Dooley (CA) Kucinich Rangel Baird Gilchrest Pryce (OH) Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 31 min- Doolittle LaHood Regula Baker Greenwood Reyes Doyle Lampson Rehberg utes p.m.), the House stood in recess Becerra Grijalva Dreier Langevin Rush until approximately 6:30 p.m. today. Renzi Berkley Gutierrez Duncan Larsen (WA) Sanders Reynolds Bishop (UT) Houghton Dunn Latham Shimkus f Rodriguez Brown (OH) Istook Edwards Leach Simpson Rogers (AL) Brown, Corrine Janklow Ehlers Lee Smith (MI) b 1830 Rogers (KY) Burr Jenkins Smith (WA) Emanuel Levin Rogers (MI) Conyers Kennedy (RI) Stark AFTER RECESS Emerson Lewis (CA) Rohrabacher Cox Kilpatrick Sweeney Engel Lewis (GA) Ros-Lehtinen DeMint Lantos The recess having expired, the House English Lewis (KY) Ross Dingell Larson (CT) Taylor (NC) was called to order by the Speaker pro Etheridge Linder Rothman Eshoo LaTourette Toomey Evans LoBiondo Towns tempore (Mr. OSE) at 6 o’clock and 30 Roybal-Allard Fattah Lipinski Everett Lofgren Weiner minutes p.m. Royce Ford Mollohan Farr Lowey Ruppersberger Gallegly Nadler Young (FL) Feeney Lucas (KY) f Ryan (OH) Ferguson Lucas (OK) Ryan (WI) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Filner Lynch Ryun (KS) The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. OSE) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Flake Majette Sabo (during the vote). Members are advised PRO TEMPORE Fletcher Maloney Sanchez, Linda Foley Manzullo 2 minutes remain in this vote. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- T. Forbes Markey Sanchez, Loretta ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Fossella Marshall Sandlin b 1851 will resume on motions to suspend the Frank (MA) Matheson Saxton Mr. OLVER changed his vote from rules previously postponed. Franks (AZ) Matsui Schakowsky Frelinghuysen McCarthy (MO) ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ Votes will be taken in the following Schiff Frost McCarthy (NY) Schrock So (two-thirds having voted in favor order: Garrett (NJ) McCollum Scott (GA) thereof) the rules were suspended and H.R. 1610, by the yeas and nays; Gerlach McCotter Scott (VA) Gibbons McCrery the bill was passed. Sensenbrenner H. Con. Res. 162, by the yeas and Gillmor McDermott The result of the vote was announced Serrano nays; and Gingrey McGovern Sessions as above recorded. Gonzalez McHugh S. 763, by the yeas and nays. Shadegg A motion to reconsider was laid on Goode McInnis The first and third electronic votes Shaw Goodlatte McIntyre the table. Shays will be conducted as 15-minute votes. Gordon McKeon Sherman f The second vote in this series will be a Goss McNulty Sherwood Granger Meehan 5-minute vote. Shuster HONORING DAYTON, OHIO, AND Graves Meek (FL) Simmons f Green (TX) Meeks (NY) ITS MANY PARTNERS FOR Skelton Green (WI) Menendez HOSTING ‘‘INVENTING FLIGHT: WALT DISNEY POST OFFICE Gutknecht Mica Slaughter Smith (NJ) THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRA- BUILDING Hall Michaud TION’’ Harman Millender- Smith (TX) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Harris McDonald Snyder Solis The SPEAKER pro tempore. The pending business is the question of sus- Hart Miller (FL) pending business is the question of sus- Hastings (FL) Miller (MI) Souder pending the rules and passing the bill, Hastings (WA) Miller (NC) Spratt pending the rules and agreeing to the H.R. 1610. Hayes Miller, Gary Stearns concurrent resolution, H. Con. Res. 162. The Clerk read the title of the bill. Hayworth Miller, George Stenholm Strickland The Clerk read the title of the con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Hefley Moore Hensarling Moran (KS) Stupak current resolution. question is on the motion offered by Herger Moran (VA) Sullivan The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. TURNER) Hill Murphy Tancredo question is on the motion offered by Tanner that the House suspend the rules and Hinchey Murtha the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. TURNER) Hinojosa Musgrave Tauscher pass the bill, H.R. 1610, on which the Hobson Myrick Tauzin that the House suspend the rules and yeas and nays are ordered. Hoeffel Napolitano Taylor (MS) agree to the concurrent resolution, H. The vote was taken by electronic de- Hoekstra Neal (MA) Terry Con. Res. 162, on which the yeas and vice, and there were—yeas 384, nays 0, Holden Neugebauer Thomas Holt Ney Thompson (CA) nays are ordered. not voting 50, as follows: Honda Northup Thompson (MS) This will be a 5-minute vote. [Roll No. 249] Hooley (OR) Norwood Thornberry The vote was taken by electronic de- Hostettler Nunes YEAS—384 Tiahrt vice, and there were—yeas 378, nays 3, Hoyer Nussle Tiberi Abercrombie Bono Clay Hulshof Oberstar Tierney not voting 53, as follows: Aderholt Boozman Clyburn Hunter Obey Turner (OH) [Roll No. 250] Akin Boswell Coble Hyde Olver Turner (TX) YEAS—378 Alexander Boucher Cole Inslee Ortiz Udall (CO) Allen Boyd Collins Isakson Osborne Udall (NM) Abercrombie Boehner Carson (OK) Andrews Bradley (NH) Cooper Israel Ose Upton Aderholt Bonilla Carter Baca Brady (PA) Costello Issa Otter Van Hollen Akin Bonner Case Bachus Brady (TX) Cramer Jackson (IL) Owens Velazquez Alexander Bono Castle Baldwin Brown (SC) Crane Jackson-Lee Oxley Visclosky Allen Boozman Chabot Ballance Brown-Waite, Crenshaw (TX) Pallone Andrews Boswell Chocola Vitter Ballenger Ginny Crowley Jefferson Pascrell Baca Boucher Clay Walden (OR) Barrett (SC) Burgess Cubin John Pastor Bachus Boyd Clyburn Walsh Bartlett (MD) Burns Culberson Johnson (CT) Paul Baldwin Bradley (NH) Cole Wamp Barton (TX) Burton (IN) Cummings Johnson (IL) Payne Ballance Brady (PA) Collins Waters Bass Buyer Cunningham Johnson, E. B. Pearce Barrett (SC) Brady (TX) Cooper Beauprez Calvert Davis (AL) Johnson, Sam Pelosi Watson Bartlett (MD) Brown (SC) Costello Bell Camp Davis (CA) Jones (NC) Pence Watt Barton (TX) Brown-Waite, Cramer Bereuter Cannon Davis (FL) Jones (OH) Peterson (MN) Waxman Bass Ginny Crane Berman Cantor Davis (IL) Kanjorski Peterson (PA) Weldon (FL) Beauprez Burgess Crenshaw Berry Capito Davis (TN) Kaptur Petri Weldon (PA) Bell Burton (IN) Crowley Biggert Capps Davis, Jo Ann Keller Pickering Weller Bereuter Buyer Cubin Bilirakis Capuano Davis, Tom Kelly Pitts Wexler Berman Calvert Culberson Bishop (GA) Cardin Deal (GA) Kennedy (MN) Platts Whitfield Berry Camp Cummings Bishop (NY) Cardoza DeFazio Kildee Pombo Wicker Biggert Cannon Cunningham Blackburn Carson (IN) DeGette Kind Pomeroy Wilson (NM) Bilirakis Cantor Davis (AL) Blumenauer Carson (OK) Delahunt King (IA) Porter Wilson (SC) Bishop (GA) Capito Davis (CA) Blunt Carter DeLauro King (NY) Portman Wolf Bishop (NY) Capps Davis (FL) Boehlert Case DeLay Kingston Price (NC) Woolsey Blackburn Capuano Davis (IL) Boehner Castle Deutsch Kirk Putnam Wu Blumenauer Cardin Davis (TN) Bonilla Chabot Diaz-Balart, L. Kleczka Quinn Wynn Blunt Cardoza Davis, Jo Ann Bonner Chocola Diaz-Balart, M. Kline Radanovich Young (AK) Boehlert Carson (IN) Davis, Tom

VerDate Jan 31 2003 04:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.015 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5055 Deal (GA) Kildee Pombo Wilson (SC) Woolsey Wynn Cummings Johnson, E. B. Pelosi DeFazio Kind Pomeroy Wolf Wu Young (AK) Cunningham Johnson, Sam Pence DeGette King (IA) Porter Davis (AL) Jones (NC) Peterson (MN) Delahunt King (NY) Portman NAYS—3 Davis (CA) Jones (OH) Peterson (PA) DeLauro Kingston Price (NC) Ballenger Coble Hayes Davis (FL) Kanjorski Petri DeLay Kirk Putnam Davis (IL) Kaptur Pickering Deutsch Kleczka Quinn NOT VOTING—53 Davis (TN) Keller Pitts Diaz-Balart, L. Kline Radanovich Ackerman Gephardt Pryce (OH) Davis, Jo Ann Kelly Platts Diaz-Balart, M. Knollenberg Rahall Baird Gilchrest Regula Davis, Tom Kennedy (MN) Pombo Dicks Kolbe Ramstad Baker Greenwood Reyes Deal (GA) Kildee Pomeroy Doggett Kucinich Rangel Becerra Grijalva Rush DeFazio Kind Porter Dooley (CA) LaHood Rehberg Berkley Gutierrez Sanders DeGette King (IA) Portman Doolittle Lampson Renzi Bishop (UT) Houghton Serrano Delahunt King (NY) Price (NC) Doyle Langevin DeLauro Kingston Putnam Reynolds Brown (OH) Istook Shimkus Dreier Larsen (WA) DeLay Kirk Quinn Rodriguez Brown, Corrine Janklow Simpson Duncan Latham Burns Jenkins Deutsch Kleczka Radanovich Rogers (AL) Smith (MI) Dunn Leach Burr Kennedy (RI) Diaz-Balart, L. Kline Rahall Rogers (KY) Smith (WA) Edwards Lee Conyers Kilpatrick Diaz-Balart, M. Knollenberg Ramstad Rogers (MI) Stark Ehlers Levin Cox Lantos Dicks Kolbe Rangel Rohrabacher Sweeney Emanuel Lewis (CA) Ros-Lehtinen DeMint Larson (CT) Doggett Kucinich Regula Taylor (NC) Emerson Lewis (GA) Ross Dingell LaTourette Dooley (CA) LaHood Rehberg Toomey Engel Lewis (KY) Rothman Eshoo Lipinski Doolittle Lampson Renzi Towns English Linder Roybal-Allard Fattah Mollohan Doyle Langevin Reynolds Weiner Etheridge LoBiondo Royce Ford Nadler Dreier Larsen (WA) Rodriguez Young (FL) Evans Lofgren Ruppersberger Gallegly Nethercutt Duncan Latham Rogers (AL) Everett Lowey Dunn Leach Rogers (KY) Ryan (OH) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Farr Lucas (KY) Ryan (WI) Edwards Lee Rogers (MI) Feeney Lucas (OK) Ryun (KS) The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Ehlers Levin Rohrabacher Ferguson Lynch Sabo the vote). Members are advised 2 min- Emanuel Lewis (CA) Ros-Lehtinen Filner Majette Sanchez, Linda utes remain in this vote. Emerson Lewis (KY) Ross Flake Maloney T. Engel Linder Rothman Fletcher Manzullo Sanchez, Loretta English LoBiondo Roybal-Allard Foley Markey b 1859 Sandlin Etheridge Lofgren Royce Forbes Marshall Evans Lowey Ruppersberger Saxton So (two-thirds having voted in favor Fossella Matheson Everett Lucas (KY) Ryan (OH) Schakowsky Frank (MA) Matsui thereof) the rules were suspended and Farr Lucas (OK) Ryan (WI) Schiff Franks (AZ) McCarthy (MO) the concurrent resolution was agreed Ferguson Lynch Ryun (KS) Schrock Frelinghuysen McCarthy (NY) Filner Majette Sabo Scott (GA) to. Frost McCollum Flake Maloney Sanchez, Linda Scott (VA) The result of the vote was announced Garrett (NJ) McCotter Fletcher Manzullo T. Sensenbrenner Gerlach McCrery as above recorded. Foley Markey Sanchez, Loretta Sessions Gibbons McDermott A motion to reconsider was laid on Forbes Marshall Sanders Shadegg Gillmor McGovern Fossella Matheson Sandlin Shaw the table. Gingrey McHugh Frank (MA) Matsui Saxton Shays Gonzalez McInnis f Franks (AZ) McCarthy (MO) Schakowsky Goode McIntyre Sherman Frelinghuysen McCarthy (NY) Schiff Goodlatte McKeon Sherwood Frost McCollum Schrock Shuster BIRCH BAYH FEDERAL BUILDING Gordon McNulty AND UNITED STATES COURT- Garrett (NJ) McCotter Scott (GA) Goss Meehan Simmons Gerlach McCrery Scott (VA) Granger Meek (FL) Skelton HOUSE Gibbons McDermott Sensenbrenner Slaughter Graves Meeks (NY) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Gillmor McGovern Serrano Green (TX) Menendez Smith (NJ) Gingrey McHugh Sessions Green (WI) Mica Smith (TX) pending business is the question of sus- Gonzalez McInnis Shadegg Gutknecht Michaud Snyder pending the rules and passing the Sen- Goode McIntyre Shaw Hall Millender- Solis ate bill, S. 763. Goodlatte McKeon Shays Harman McDonald Souder Gordon McNulty Sherman Harris Miller (FL) Spratt The Clerk read the title of the Senate Goss Meehan Sherwood Hart Miller (MI) Stearns bill. Granger Meek (FL) Shuster Hastings (FL) Miller (NC) Stenholm The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Graves Meeks (NY) Simmons Hastings (WA) Miller, Gary Strickland question is on the motion offered by Green (TX) Menendez Skelton Hayworth Miller, George Stupak Green (WI) Mica Slaughter Hefley Moore Sullivan the gentleman from New Mexico (Mr. Gutknecht Michaud Smith (NJ) Hensarling Moran (KS) Tancredo PEARCE) that the House suspend the Hall Millender- Smith (TX) Herger Moran (VA) Tanner rules and pass the Senate bill, S. 763, Harman McDonald Snyder Hill Murphy Tauscher on which the yeas and nays are or- Harris Miller (FL) Solis Hinchey Murtha Tauzin Hart Miller (MI) Souder Hinojosa Musgrave Taylor (MS) dered. Hastings (FL) Miller (NC) Spratt Hobson Myrick Terry The vote was taken by electronic de- Hastings (WA) Miller, Gary Stearns Hoeffel Napolitano Thomas vice, and there were—yeas 383, nays 0, Hayes Miller, George Stenholm Hoekstra Neal (MA) Hayworth Moore Strickland Thompson (CA) not voting 51, as follows: Holden Neugebauer Thompson (MS) Hefley Moran (KS) Stupak Holt Ney Thornberry [Roll No. 251] Hensarling Moran (VA) Sullivan Honda Northup Hill Murphy Tancredo Tiahrt YEAS—383 Hooley (OR) Norwood Tiberi Hinchey Murtha Tanner Hostettler Nunes Tierney Abercrombie Blumenauer Capito Hinojosa Musgrave Tauscher Hoyer Nussle Turner (OH) Aderholt Blunt Capps Hobson Myrick Tauzin Hulshof Oberstar Turner (TX) Akin Boehlert Capuano Hoeffel Napolitano Taylor (MS) Hunter Obey Udall (CO) Alexander Boehner Cardin Hoekstra Neal (MA) Terry Hyde Olver Allen Bonilla Cardoza Holden Neugebauer Thomas Udall (NM) Inslee Ortiz Andrews Bonner Carson (IN) Holt Ney Thompson (CA) Upton Isakson Osborne Baca Bono Carson (OK) Honda Northup Thompson (MS) Van Hollen Israel Ose Bachus Boozman Carter Hooley (OR) Norwood Thornberry Velazquez Issa Otter Baldwin Boswell Case Hostettler Nunes Tiahrt Visclosky Jackson (IL) Owens Ballance Boucher Castle Hoyer Nussle Tiberi Jackson-Lee Oxley Vitter Ballenger Boyd Chabot Hulshof Oberstar Tierney (TX) Pallone Walden (OR) Barrett (SC) Bradley (NH) Chocola Hunter Obey Turner (OH) Jefferson Pascrell Walsh Bartlett (MD) Brady (PA) Clay Hyde Olver Turner (TX) John Pastor Wamp Barton (TX) Brady (TX) Clyburn Inslee Ortiz Udall (CO) Johnson (CT) Paul Waters Bass Brown (SC) Coble Isakson Osborne Udall (NM) Johnson (IL) Payne Watson Beauprez Brown-Waite, Cole Israel Ose Upton Johnson, E. B. Pearce Watt Bell Ginny Collins Issa Otter Van Hollen Johnson, Sam Pelosi Waxman Bereuter Burgess Cooper Jackson (IL) Owens Velazquez Jones (NC) Pence Weldon (FL) Berman Burns Costello Jackson-Lee Oxley Visclosky Jones (OH) Peterson (MN) Weldon (PA) Berry Burton (IN) Cramer (TX) Pallone Vitter Kanjorski Peterson (PA) Weller Biggert Buyer Crane Janklow Pascrell Walden (OR) Kaptur Petri Wexler Bilirakis Calvert Crenshaw Jefferson Pastor Walsh Keller Pickering Whitfield Bishop (GA) Camp Crowley John Paul Wamp Kelly Pitts Wicker Bishop (NY) Cannon Cubin Johnson (CT) Payne Waters Kennedy (MN) Platts Wilson (NM) Blackburn Cantor Culberson Johnson (IL) Pearce Watson

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN7.007 H09PT1 H5056 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 Watt Wexler Wolf 763, designating the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal Like Will Rogers, though, all I know Waxman Whitfield Woolsey Weldon (FL) Wicker Wu Building and United States Courthouse,’’ roll- is what I read in the newspaper, and Weldon (PA) Wilson (NM) Wynn call No. 251. this weekend in The Washington Post Weller Wilson (SC) Young (AK) f there is a very compelling story. What NOT VOTING—51 it essentially says is it is not just b 1915 Tamoxifen any more. In fact, let me Ackerman Gallegly Mollohan Baird Gephardt Nadler REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- just read for you from essentially what Baker Gilchrest Nethercutt VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF is a GAO study. Becerra Greenwood Pryce (OH) The headline is, ‘‘U.S. Netted Little Berkley Grijalva Reyes H.R. 2143, UNLAWFUL INTERNET GAMBLING FUNDING PROHIBI- From Cancer Drug, GAO Reports.’’ Bishop (UT) Gutierrez Rush ‘‘The U.S. Government spent hun- Brown (OH) Herger Shimkus TION ACT Brown, Corrine Houghton Simpson dreds of millions of dollars to help de- Burr Istook Smith (MI) Mr. LINDER, from the Committee on velop Taxol, the best-selling cancer Conyers Jenkins Smith (WA) Rules, submitted a privileged report drug ever, but failed to get much Cox Kennedy (RI) Stark (Rept. No. 108–145) on the resolution (H. DeMint Kilpatrick Sweeney money back on its investment, accord- Dingell Lantos Taylor (NC) Res. 263) providing for consideration of ing to a government report issued yes- Eshoo Larson (CT) Toomey the bill (H.R. 2143) to prevent the use of terday. Fattah LaTourette Towns certain bank instruments for unlawful ‘‘Drug maker Bristol-Myers Squibb Feeney Lewis (GA) Weiner earned $9 billion from Taxol, which has Ford Lipinski Young (FL) Internet gambling, and for other purposes, which was referred to the House been used to treat 1 million cancer pa- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Calendar and ordered to be printed. tients, but the National Institutes of The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. OSE) Health received only $35 million in roy- f (during the vote). Members are advised alties, the Government Accounting Of- that 2 minutes remain in this vote. SPECIAL ORDERS fice found.’’ Now, on top of that, Medicare has b 1915 The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. OSE). Under the Speaker’s announced spent over $687 million on Taxol, so So (two-thirds having voted in favor policy of January 7, 2003, and under a there are more taxpayer dollars going thereof) the rules were suspended and previous order of the House, the fol- into Taxol. Finally, the report says, and I am the Senate bill was passed. lowing Members will be recognized for shortening it down to the bottom, but The result of the vote was announced 5 minutes each. as above recorded. if you want a copy we will have this up A motion to reconsider was laid on f on our Web site by sometime tomorrow the table. BRINGING AMERICAN PHARMA- afternoon, but the bottom line is the GAO, the investigative arm of Con- f CEUTICAL PRICES DOWN TO COMPETITIVE LEVELS gress, said that the NIH spent $484 mil- PERSONAL EXPLANATION lion in research on Taxol through 2002. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Mr. Speaker, we subsidize the phar- Mr. DEMINT. Mr. Speaker, I was absent previous order of the House, the gen- maceutical industry in three separate during rollcalls 249, 250, and 251. Had I been tleman from Minnesota (Mr. GUT- ways. present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on each of KNECHT) is recognized for 5 minutes. First of all, we subsidize it on all the those rollcalls. Mr. GUTKNECHT. Mr. Speaker, once money we spend on basic research. I f again I rise tonight to talk about the am proud of the fact that here in Con- high cost of prescription drugs here in gress, the NIH, the National Science PERSONAL EXPLANATION the United States, and especially the Foundation, even DOD, we will spend Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I high cost relative to what the rest of this year about 29 billion taxpayer dol- regret that I could not be present today, Mon- the industrialized world pays for the lars on various kinds of basic research. day, June 9, 2003, to vote on rollcall vote Nos. same drugs. Much of that research goes to benefit 249, 250, and 251 due to a family medical I have told this story to many of my the pharmaceutical industry. So we emergency. colleagues repeatedly about how about subsidize them through the basic re- Had I been present, I would have voted: a month ago we went to Munich, Ger- search we pay for them. ‘‘yea’’ and rollcall vote No. 249 on H.R. 1610, many, and bought a list of 10 of the Secondly, we subsidize them through to redesignate the facility of the United States most commonly prescribed drugs in the Tax Code. They receive very gen- Postal Service located at 120 East Ritchie Av- America. The total price tag for all 10 erous tax benefits for the research we enue in Marceline, MO, as the ‘‘Walt Disney of those drugs compared to the average do. Post Office Building’’; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote price here in the United States is about Finally, and what disturbs us the No. 250 on H. Con. Res. 162, honoring the triple. It is more than double what we most, is we subsidize them in the prices city of Dayton, OH, and its many partners, for pay in the United States. we pay. Americans pay far more than hosting ‘‘Inventing Flight: The Centennial Cele- I have used the example of this drug, the rest of the industrialized world for bration’’, a celebration of the centennial of Wil- and this is the actual drug, Tamoxifen, prescription drugs. I believe Americans should pay their bur and Orville Wright’s first flight; and ‘‘yea’’ one of the most popular, most effective fair share. I think we should be willing on rollcall vote No. 251 on S. 763, to des- anti-breast cancer drugs ever devel- ignate the Federal building and United States to subsidize Sub-Saharan Africa, but I oped. The interesting thing is that the do not think we ought to have to sub- courthouse located at 46 East Ohio Street in National Institutes of Health, using sidize the starving Swiss. Indianapolis, IN, as the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal taxpayers dollars, paid for most of the Americans deserve world-class drugs Building and United States Courthouse.’’ research. What makes us even more at world market prices. I hope Mem- f upset is not just that the American bers will support my bill, which I hope taxpayer paid to develop the drug, but PERSONAL EXPLANATION to introduce later this week, to open the difference now between what Amer- up American markets to foreign com- Ms. KILPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, official busi- ican consumers have to pay for this petition to bring prices down to reason- ness prevents me from being present for legis- drug compared to the rest of the world. able levels so that all Americans can lative business scheduled for today, Monday, This drug, for example, we bought at afford them. June 9, 2003. Had I been present, I would the Munich airport pharmacy for $59.05 f have voted ‘‘yea’’ on the following rollcall American. To put that in context, this votes: H.R. 1610, to redesignate the post of- drug sells at pharmacies here in Wash- EXTENDING THE CHILD TAX fice located in Marceline, MO as the ‘‘Walt ington, D.C., for $360. In other words, to CREDIT TO ALL CHILDREN Disney Post Office Building,’’ rollcall No. 249; round off the numbers, $60 in Germany, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a H. Con. Res. 162, honoring the City of Day- $360 in the United States. Worse than previous order of the House, the gentle- ton, OH for hosting ‘‘Inventing Flight: The Cen- that, the American taxpayers paid for woman from California (Ms. PELOSI) is tennial Celebration,’’ rollcall No. 250; and S. the research. recognized for 5 minutes.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN7.015 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5057 Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, once is simply not right. Approximately this experience, where an elderly per- again, I rise to urge the Republican 250,000 children of our men and women son comes into your pharmacy, hands leadership of this House to bring legis- in uniform are being deprived of the ex- you a prescription. You tell them how lation to the floor which would create pansion of this $400 tax credit in order much this prescription is going to cost, the expansion of the child tax credit to pay for a tax cut for millionaires in and their head drops, and they go, oh, for many, many more families in our country. I do not think it is an ap- well, I will come back tomorrow. Be- America. Last week, many of us spoke propriate way to go. cause we know from research done by on this floor urging the Congress to Who is looking after the children in the Kaiser Foundation, 29 percent of act, to act for America’s children, to our country? Clearly it is the Demo- seniors in America are saying that act for America’s working families. crats. they have prescriptions that go un- The Senate has acted; and now the f filled because they cannot afford them. main obstacle, indeed the only obstacle LOWERING THE COST OF PHARMA- b 1930 to those children having the benefit of CEUTICAL DRUGS FOR AMERI- And the answer is, the FDA is not in- the tax credit, is the Republican lead- CANS vestigating companies that make $9 ership in the House. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a billion off of Federal taxpayer re- Today, Senator DASCHLE, the distin- search; no, they are not investigating previous order of the House, the gen- guished minority leader in the Senate, them, they are investigating little old tleman from Indiana (Mr. BURTON) is and I sent a letter to the President ladies, treating them as common recognized for 5 minutes. thanking him for expressing his sup- criminals. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speak- port for expanding the child tax credit. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Yes. And Unfortunately, again the Republican er, I would like the gentleman from the question that comes up is why they leadership in the House is blocking Minnesota (Mr. GUTKNECHT) to join me are not doing that. They are supposed consideration of this vital legislation. in this small 5-minute Special Order. to protect the American consumer and The President’s immediate interven- He just read part of an article in The they are supposed to make sure the tion with House Republicans is re- Washington Post about pharmaceutical American consumer gets a fair deal, quired to ensure that 12 million work- products that are manufactured in part and it is simply not happening. ing and military families are eligible with taxpayers money, where the phar- I would like to just read from what for the child tax credit. These families maceutical industry is making billions the gentleman read, real quickly. need the money now, but this tax relief and billions of dollars while the tax- Squid made $9 billion from Taxol, Bris- will not be made available to them ap- payer is getting virtually nothing back tol-Myers Squibb, and it has been used parently unless the President inter- in return. The American people are to treat 1 million cancer patients, but venes and urges the Republican House paying exorbitant prices for these the National Institutes of Health got leadership to pass this extension imme- pharmaceutical products as compared only $35 million back in royalties. diately. to the rest of the world. Squibb made $9 million and they only How can we pass a tax bill that gives When these products are imported by gave $35 million back for the research nearly $100,000 in tax cuts to people Americans when they go up to Canada money that was paid for by the tax- making over $1 million a year, $100,000 and buy these products, either through payer. And then down at the bottom it tax cut to those making $1 million a the Internet or go to Canada, when says the GAO, the investigative arm of year, and yet say to people in our coun- they bring them home to use them be- Congress, said NIH spent another $484 try who make the minimum wage, your cause they cost one-tenth, one-fifth, or million in research on Taxol through children are not worthy of a $400 ex- one-half of what they would cost in the 2002. So the taxpayers paid for all of pansion of the tax credit? United States, the Food and Drug Ad- this research, but Squibb is making all How do we say to our men and ministration, our regulatory body, says the money and the taxpayer is getting women in uniform, whose courage and there is a question of safety; and they nothing for it, except a shot in the jaw patriotism we salute on a regular basis actually try to block or stop the re- when they try to buy this product from on this floor, how can we say to them importation of these pharmaceutical another country where they can get it we appreciate your courage, your patri- products, where the research is paid for cheaper. It makes no sense to me. otism and the sacrifice that you are in large part by the taxpayers of this Mr. GUTKNECHT. It makes no sense willing to make for our country, but country. to me. It is really time for us as Mem- your children are unworthy of receiv- So I would like to ask the gentleman bers of Congress to do something about ing the expansion of the tax credit be- from Minnesota (Mr. GUTKNECHT), it. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speak- cause your military pay is not enough maybe he can enlighten me on this subject. Why is it that the Food and Drug er, I want to join the gentleman and to qualify you for this tax cut? some of our other colleagues, a growing Putting money into the hands of Administration is not investigating number of our colleagues, in demand- these working and military families why the pharmaceutical industry is ing that the GAO do an entire study of manufacturing these products with will help increase demand in our econ- this to find out why the American peo- taxpayers’ money, or conducting the omy, creating jobs and stimulating the ple are being ripped off by the pharma- research with taxpayers’ money, mak- economy. There is a very practical and ceutical companies when, in large part, ing these exorbitant profits, and the economic reason to do this, in addition the taxpayer is paying for that re- to just a sense of decency and doing money that is given back to the tax- search. It makes no sense to me. And what is right for America’s children. payer in royalties in this country is why is the FDA, why is the FDA pro- Because of the economic benefits and very nominal, almost nothing, com- tecting the pharmaceutical industry? the fact that it is the right thing to do, pared to the $9 billion the gentleman It is something that should not be tol- the bill passed the Senate last week 94 cited? Why is it the FDA is not inves- erated. to 2. But this week the bill is nowhere tigating this, instead of stopping the Any other comments from my colin sight. American people from getting these league? We want this freestanding bill to pharmaceutical products at a reason- Mr. GUTKNECHT. Well, the FDA is come to the House of Representatives. able price? also responsible for all of the fruits and We want the House Republicans to stop Mr. GUTKNECHT. Mr. Speaker, if vegetables coming into the country. their opposition to this tax relief for the gentleman would yield, I cannot The issue they raise is safety, yet we America’s children. We want them to answer that question; but I think it is import 318,000 tons of plantains that stop refusing to bring it to the floor of the question that we in Congress come into our borders, through our the House. should try to get the answer to. borders every year, and we do almost Asking millions of working families Why is it that the FDA is inves- no investigation. We are much more who need the tax credit to help make tigating little old ladies trying to save likely to get sick from fruits and vege- ends meet in this stagnant economy, to money on Tamoxifen? I spoke recently tables than we are from legal prescrip- sacrifice in order to pay for additional to the Pharmacists Association, and I tion drugs from FDA-approved facili- tax breaks for those who need it least asked them, how many of you have had ties around the world.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.025 H09PT1 H5058 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 Mr. BURTON of Indiana. In fact, we come to light, as the bright light of (Mr. DEFAZIO addressed the House. found zero on the importation from public awareness is focused on that, His remarks will appear hereafter in Canada, we found zero problems with last week we saw the Senate, when the Extensions of Remarks.) the reimportation, and yet they say it they realized how upset the country f is the safety they are concerned about. was, how unfair people felt this was, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a It does not make any sense. the sense of economic injustice that previous order of the House, the gen- I thank the gentleman for all of his reigned in the country, that these peo- tleman from North Carolina (Mr. MIL- hard work. ple would not be taken care of in a tax LER) is recognized for 5 minutes. f bill that is going to spend $350 billion, (Mr. MILLER of North Carolina ad- they could not take care of these peo- HOUSE LEADERSHIP NEEDS TO dressed the House. His remarks will ap- ple for $3 billion. The Senate, on a bi- GET THE MESSAGE pear hereafter in the Extensions of Re- partisan basis, voted overwhelmingly marks.) The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. to correct this injustice. They passed a f OSE). Under a previous order of the bill in the last days of last week to House, the gentleman from California send over to the House to correct this HOUSE REPUBLICANS SHOULD (Mr. GEORGE MILLER) is recognized for and to give these individuals the tax FOLLOW SENATE LEAD AND 5 minutes. credit that they should have for their PASS CHILD TAX CREDIT LEGIS- Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. children, for these families who are LATION FOR WORKING FAMILIES Mr. Speaker, 3 weeks ago, when the Re- working very hard, and even to extend The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a publicans in the House and the Senate it to some individuals in higher in- previous order of the House, the gen- were getting together to decide the comes. tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) final version of the tax bill, under the But yet, what do we see the reaction is recognized for 5 minutes. direction of Vice President CHENEY, of the Republican leadership in the Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I am they made a very bad decision. They House of Representatives, is that they coming to the House floor this evening made a decision that families with are not going to do this bill. They want to urge the Republican leadership to children who earn between $10,000 and to hold these children, they want to follow the Senate’s lead and imme- $26,000, a year who currently get a por- hold these families hostage for some diately approve the legislation that tion of the child tax credit, would not other tax cut that they can give to peo- will provide a child tax credit to 12 get the increase that this bill provides ple who may be far less deserving than million children, the children Repub- for families with children, a $400 in- these children and these families. But licans left out of their tax bill last crease for many, many Americans per they want to hold it hostage so that month. child that they will get checks this they can unite it with something they Included amongst these 12 million July. For whatever reasons, and we were talking about last week in terms children are the children of U.S. mili- think we know why, because they used of a $100 billion bill or more. tary families. A report out last week that money to provide additional tax These children and these families are showed nearly 1 in 5 children of active cuts to the wealthiest people in this entitled to get those checks in July duty U.S. military families will not country; had they given this tax cut to just like every other family in Amer- benefit from the increased tax credit these families between $10,000 and ica. It is important to our economy, it because their parents earn too little to $26,000 a year, to those 12 million chil- is important to the recovery of our qualify. dren, people like Mr. CHENEY, instead economy, and it is important to the Now, last week, Madam Speaker, of getting $93,000, would have gotten wherewithal of these families as they Senate Republicans worked with $88,000. But they chose instead to take struggle to hold themselves together at Democrats to expand the child tax credit to the 12 million children they $93,000 and these children did not get low wages. the tax credit. So the Republicans in the House and initially left out. And talk about a tale This tax credit is terribly important their leader, the gentleman from Texas of two Chambers. While Senate Repub- to these families. What the Repub- licans were negotiating with Demo- (Mr. DELAY), the majority leader who licans fail to understand is that many has said he does not want to do this, crats to craft the bipartisan com- of these families are people who the that he was not going to take the bill, promise, Republican leaders here in the Republicans accused of being on wel- they must relent. They must relent for House showed nothing but ambivalence fare, they have accused them of not the benefit of these families and for the towards the terribly unfair treatment participating, but these families get up of these working families. Madam benefit of our economy. and go to work every day, and they Today, the President of the United Speaker, this House should follow the work in difficult jobs, and they work in States said he likes the Senate bill. He Senate’s lead and immediately approve jobs that not a lot of people want to wants to work to see it passed. The legislation extending the child tax have. And at the end of the year, they President of the United States got the credit to working families. I hope that my Republican colleagues end up basically poor. So one of the message. The Senate got the message. will follow the lead of their colleagues things this government did a number The Senate Republicans got the mes- in the Senate and not their own leader- years ago was create the child tax cred- sage, the Senate Democrats pushed for it. And a number of things we did in ship here in the House. Just last week, it, and were successful. And now what the last administration was to make it the House majority leader, the gen- do we see? That it is the House Repub- refundable so that we can make sure tleman from Texas (Mr. DELAY), and licans that somehow cannot get the that those people would continue to many of us have mentioned it, said he message that this is a matter of fair- have an incentive to stay in the work would not bring up a legislative rem- ness, it is a matter of equity; that force. edy to this injustice, and he justified Now, if the Republicans do not like these people have played by the rules this inaction by saying, ‘‘There are a the child tax credit, one of the things and they ought to be treated like every lot of other things that are more im- they could do is they could increase other American family with children. portant than that.’’ Well, I do not the minimum wage. They could make The time has come for the majority agree with him, and I have to say I it easier for these families to earn leader, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. hope that Republicans in the gen- more money. They would get less tax DELAY), to step aside and let this bill tleman from Texas (Mr. DELAY’s) own credit. But the Republicans do not be passed this week so these families party recognize the injustice. want to increase the minimum wage. can get their checks in July to help Last week, conservative syndicated They do not want to provide those chil- them with this economy. columnist Arianna Huffington said in dren health care. They do not want to f the Los Angeles Times: ‘‘A magnetic provide them a tax credit, and yet, The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. compass always points north; a moral somehow, these people, they are not BLACKBURN). Under a previous order of compass should always point out that deserving of this effort. the House, the gentleman from Oregon heaping billions on the rich while en- It was a horrible decision they made. (Mr. DEFAZIO) is recognized for 5 min- suring that 1 out of 6 American chil- But now we see as that decision has utes. dren do not get a penny is dead wrong.’’

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Collectively, the hardworking citi- pact it would have on 1 in every 5 ac- They have to stop this attack on low- zens of small-town America are the tive duty military families, Republican and middle-class families. They have to builders of our great Nation. I am Senator JOHN MCCAIN said, ‘‘My God, stop this attack, bring it to an end, proud to congratulate the citizens of what kind of message are we sending pass this legislation. Let us bring it up Lyndon Station Village on their 100th when we leave out low-income families, and pass it immediately. anniversary. I believe that it is impor- exactly those who are in that category f tant to recognize their unique con- of the enlisted men and women who are tribution to the development of central fighting for us today in Iraq? It is be- COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNI- Wisconsin and wish them happiness yond belief.’’ VERSARY OF THE VILLAGE OF and prosperity during the next 100 It truly is. LYNDON STATION, WISCONSIN years. White House Press Secretary Ari The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a f Fleischer probably explained it best previous order of the House, the gen- when he said: ‘‘Does tax relief go to tleman from Wisconsin (Mr. KIND) is QUIBBLING ABOUT PAYMENTS TO people who pay income taxes, or does it recognized for 5 minutes. IRAQIS IN NO-SHOW JOBS go above and beyond the forgiving of Mr. KIND. Madam Speaker, this July The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. all income taxes, and you actually get the village of Lyndon Station, Wis- BLACKBURN). Under a previous order of a check from the government for more consin, in the heart of my congres- the House, the gentleman from Illinois than you ever owed in income taxes?’’ sional district, will be marking its cen- (Mr. EMANUEL) is recognized for 5 min- That is what the House majority lead- tennial celebration. This beautiful, utes. er, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. tranquil village lies in eastern Wis- Mr. EMANUEL. Madam Speaker, DELAY) is saying. He basically is back- consin and is surrounded by some of today the headline in The New York ing up Fleischer’s claims and he says, America’s richest farmland. The vil- Times reads: ‘‘Iraqis are out of jobs, ‘‘To me, it is a little difficult to give lage of Lyndon Station is a jewel in the but payday still comes.’’ tax relief to people who do not pay in- crown of Juneau County. This commu- With the administration’s and the come tax.’’ nity has been a primary contributor to President’s blessings, 200,000 Iraqis, Well, it is simply not true. These peo- the region’s settlement, development employees of the government min- ple do pay taxes. What the President’s of the timber industry, expansion of istries and government-owned compa- secretary and the gentleman from agriculture, and a hub of community nies, are being paid $20 a day for no- Texas (Mr. DELAY) forget is that these trade and commercial growth for over show jobs. They do not work. They are workers pay Federal taxes. Madam 100 years. getting paid $20,000 a day by the Amer- Speaker, 7.65 percent of their earnings The first settlers were native Ameri- ican taxpayers. They do not work. go to pay for Social Security and Medi- cans who used the banks of what is now Let me read from the article. The care. These hardworking parents also called Lyndon Creek to camp and hunt story describes how ‘‘mechanics linger pay State and local taxes as well. the abundant wildlife in the mixed listlessly around machines that don’t But beyond the issue of whether they prairie-woodland of this region. The run; clerical employees wait for assign- pay or not, and they do, it is just the first European settlement of the ments that never come. Most don’t issue of simple fairness. How can the present village site was in 1849. Three even bother to show up at all, except Republicans say it is fair to give a mil- brothers and two sisters of the Havey on payday,’’ to collect their $20. There lionaire a tax break of more than family arrived in this area to start a are 200,000 Iraqi people being paid $20 a $90,000 while giving nothing to millions new life, having immigrated from Kil- day for no-show jobs. Now, I come from of working families? I do not under- dare, Ireland during the worst years of Chicago, and I know a couple party stand how they even could conceive of the potato famine. They settled near bosses in Chicago that would be really such a thing. the present village location and were envious about 200,000 getting paid $20 a Now, after realizing that the Repub- the beginning of a wave to discover the day for no-show jobs. They do not have licans had left this provision out of fertile soils of central Wisconsin. to do anything, and they do not have to their final tax bill, several of my Other settlers soon followed and es- show up except for payday. Democratic colleagues introduced a tablished land claims in and near the What is interesting is if we do the bill early this week that would repair growing village which became known math, these families in Iraq are getting the damage from this irresponsible tax as Kildare. In 1857, the Chicago, Mil- about $1,000, equal to what we are ask- package. The gentleman from New waukee and St. Paul Railroad spurred ing for the children and their working York (Mr. RANGEL) has introduced leg- new life into the area when it built a parents here in America; for hard- islation with many Democratic spon- railroad station as it pushed its lines of working people who pay taxes to get as sors that would provide greater tax re- commerce further west. a child tax credit the same that this lief to the families of 19 million chil- Iraqi citizen who has never worked, is dren, and the legislation is fully paid b 1945 not working, is getting, with the Amer- for, so it would not add to the record By 1870, the name Kildare Village ican taxpayers footing the bill for deficits created by the President and was changed to Lyndon Station Village $1,000 for their no-show job. the Republicans in Congress. since the name Kildare was already I go on to read from the article. Ac- Last week we Democrats in the being used for the township. There has cording to one American official, an House said we would not allow business been much speculation as to the origin American official working for the gov- to continue as usual around here until of the name Lyndon, and it still re- ernment, working for the taxpayers of Republicans agreed to address the Ran- mains a mystery; but such a mystery this country, for the U.S.-led adminis- gel legislation. We did some procedural only adds to the community’s charm. tration in Iraq, he says, ‘‘This is going motions and we will continue to do In 1903, Lyndon Station was officially to continue for a good while. Nobody is that this week until the Republican incorporated as a village in the State going to quibble about paying a few House leadership stands up and says of Wisconsin, even though the name more dinars into this economy to get that they are going to pass this legisla- had been on maps for nearly half a cen- things moving.’’ tion. tury. Well, this person is going to quibble. I just do not understand where they The Lyndon Station Village Centen- I do not know where we come off pay- are coming from. I do not understand nial celebrates the best of rural Amer- ing $20 a day to somebody who does not

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Yet we lion worth of corporate assets that one of those thousands of lawful per- have hardworking Americans who are have been closed down since this Presi- manent residents who volunteered trying to raise their children, who are dent’s economic plan has been adopted, their service to protect the United trying to do right by their children, and 2 million Americans walked out of States by joining the U.S. military. trying to raise them with the right val- middle class to poverty, I think it is Lance Corporal Martinez Flores was ues, to know the difference between high time we take these 12 million a strong, noble, valiant man who lost right from wrong; and they are going children who are part of 6.5 million his life to ensure the loved ones he left to deserve a tax credit just like every families and give those hardworking behind could live in a safer and more other child in America. They are Amer- Americans a tax cut. They deserve the secure world. His mother, Martha, stat- ica’s children, too. same chance at that dream. ed, ‘‘He loved the United States so Now, if we can find the good will to We are going to build a dream for much. He was from Mexico, but he was pay these Iraqis $20 a day for no-show, Iraq, a better future for Iraq, one with fighting for America and its ideals.’’ coming to about $1,000, which is the roads, one with 13 million Iraqis with My heart and my prayers go out to same amount as we are asking for a health care, 4 million Iraqi children the family and friends of Lance Cor- child credit for 61⁄2 million American will get early childhood education. Yet poral Martinez Flores, as well as to all families, they would get $1,000 per we are cutting 58,000 Americans from those who have lost their loved ones child, it would be the same amount as Head Start. during these turbulent times. The the Iraqi citizens. If we are going to do this for Iraq, I mayor and city council of the city of If they do not have a quibble there, I call on the Speaker, I call on the Presi- Duarte have also expressed their sup- do not have a quibble here. But I have dent, and I call on the majority leader, port for naming the post office located a quibble if we are going to give these who have denied these 12 million chil- at 1210 Highland Avenue in Duarte, people $20 a day for no-show, $1,000 in dren the same economic equality and California, after Francisco A. Martinez the last 2 months, and we cannot find the same economic vision of a better Flores. the wherewithal to give 6.5 million future tomorrow that we have provided I urge my colleagues to join me in American families, 12 million Amer- to these Iraqis who are getting $20 a recognizing the American ideals of ican children, the same tax break other day from the American taxpayer for hero Lance Corporal Francisco Mar- children are getting or other Iraqis are no-show jobs. tinez Flores, who fought for and de- getting. f fended the spirit that we embody here President Bush, who often says he in this House. likes to note that he is a man of his BILL DESIGNATING POST OFFICE I also want to provide attention to word, who says what he believes and AFTER FRANCISCO A. MARTINEZ his family, because his family is a believes what he says, and says what he FLORES working-class family. They work very does and does what he says, ‘‘My jobs The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a hard to put food on their table, and I and growth plan will reduce taxes for previous order of the House, the gentle- could see where they are going to need everyone,’’ at the signing of the bill woman from California (Ms. SOLIS) is a lot of comfort and help and support the President said, ‘‘We have taken ag- recognized for 5 minutes. by this Federal Government. I hope, gressive action to strengthen the foun- Ms. SOLIS. Madam Speaker, today I too, that by the end of the week we dation of our economy so that every rise to introduce a bill designating a also can pay them with the child tax American who wants to work will be post office after Francisco Martinez credit that they would need that they able to find a job.’’ Flores, a courageous and dedicated Ma- would not be eligible for at this time. Well, we have people who are work- rine from the city of Duarte in Cali- So I would ask Members to remember ing who deserve a tax cut. They are not fornia in my congressional district. a soldier who gave his life, a soldier getting a tax cut. We have got 9 mil- Lance Corporal Francisco Martinez who represents a working-class family lion Americans who are unemployed, Flores demonstrated his courage and who dedicated himself to the freedoms 6.1 percent. When this administration his love of our country when he lost his that we have. Let us not forget our started, they had 4 percent unemploy- life serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom men and women who serve us and those ment. We have got 6.1 percent unem- just 2 weeks before gaining his U.S. that are giving their lives as we stand ployment now. We have added $3 tril- citizenship. I take this opportunity not here tonight. lion to the Nation’s debt, and 3 million only to pay tribute to Lance Corporal f Americans have lost their jobs. As we Martinez Flores as a brave and self-sac- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a say back in Chicago, what a deal. rificing Marine, but also to remember previous order of the House, the gen- That is what has happened here. We him as a loving son, brother, a friend tleman from Washington (Mr. have added $3 trillion to the Nation’s to those living in California’s 32nd Con- MCDERMOTT) is recognized for 5 min- debt and 3 million Americans are with- gressional District. utes. out jobs. Corporate interests and spe- Known affectionately by his friends (Mr. MCDERMOTT addressed the cial interests are getting tax cuts, and and family as ‘‘Panchito’’, Lance Cor- House. His remarks will appear here- the American people are paying with poral Martinez grew up in the city of after in the Extensions of Remarks.) their jobs. Now we are footing the bill Duarte, having emigrated with his fam- f for $20 a day for people who do not ily at the age of 3 from Mexico. He at- show up for work, and yet we are deny- tended Duarte High School, where he OFFERING SUPPORT FOR OUR ing 12 million American children their displayed both his artistic and athletic MILITARY AND CALLING FOR sense of economic justice. talents by participating in the high CONGRESSIONAL INVESTIGATION If we do not take care of this problem school football team and jazz band. OF INFORMATION SUPPLIED TO today and take up what the Senate did, After graduating from high school in CONGRESS AND THE ADMINIS- 94 Senators, Democrats and Repub- June of 2000, Francisco enlisted in the TRATION REGARDING WEAPONS licans, if we do not take it up, these Marines and was assigned to the First OF MASS DESTRUCTION children’s children, these families, Marine Division Marine Corps Air The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Americans, hardworking families try- Ground-Combat Center at Twenty-nine previous order of the House, the gentle- ing to do right for their children will Palms in California. On January 23, woman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON-LEE) be denied the same tax cut that will be 2003, Lance Corporal Martinez Flores is recognized for 5 minutes. provided for those children of other was sent abroad to fight in Operation Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Madam families here in America and have been Iraqi Freedom. While only 2 weeks shy Speaker, we have had a very long jour- denied that same $1,000 we are proof gaining his U.S. citizenship, he was ney. I think it is important today to viding for the families in Iraq. killed in the line of duty near first of all again acknowledge the I think it is high time, after 3 million Nasiriyah, Iraq, on March 25, 2003. brave men and women who serve us in unemployed Americans, 5 million more After his death, Lance Corporal Mar- the United States military; and to add Americans without health care since tinez Flores was granted posthumous a recommitment to those who are re- when the President took over, $1 tril- U.S. citizenship on April 6, 2003. He was turning home, one, to ensure that they

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I can truly say, Madam Speaker, that row we could find the weapons of mass The child tax credit provisions Re- whether or not we agreed with the poli- destruction. I am not in an argument publicans erased would have benefited cies of the war in Iraq, as Members of with my government. I hope my gov- millions of working families, including the United States Congress and as ernment is a government of truth, and many families of American soldiers, Americans there was not one divide re- whatever they find, it will be in con- sailors, and airmen just as they relating to our support for the United junction with the work that they are turned from war. States military. doing on behalf of the American peo- Just this weekend we had POW Even today, as we begin to analyze ple. Shoshana Johnson in the Los Angeles the aftermath of Iraq, in my meetings But it was represented to us that be- area. During the time she was a pris- with Arab nations just a month or so cause of the weapons of mass destruc- oner of war, her family who lives in my ago, leaders of Arab nations, many of tion that Saddam Hussein had, this Na- district held a vigil. They tied those them offering to work with the United tion was under imminent threat. beautiful pink ribbons around the trees States in the rebuilding of Iraq, just a in the neighborhood so no one would b 2000 few days ago I had submitted into the forget that Americans were held hos- defense authorization bill an amend- And so the President used his powers tage and were captives in Iraq. ment to ensure that small and me- to go forward. Without the declaration So it is outrageous, and my outrage dium-sized minority- and women- of war of this Congress, Members of grows when I hear members of the Re- owned businesses are engaged in the this Congress cried on the floor of the publican leadership suggesting that we opportunity of rebuilding Iraq. We real- House because they were so conflicted are formulating a new welfare pro- ize that we have a responsibility to with the idea that they must do what gram. I am talking about and referring that nation, as well as to the troops on is right for the American people and go to working families. I am referring to the ground. forward with war, because they be- those who have served their country in We can also see that the war is really lieved in the information that was a land so far away many cannot even not over inasmuch as we are seeing the given. find on a map, in a land that did not loss of our troops on a daily basis. In order for this Nation to be a true have any concrete connection to 9–11, There is much work to do to rebuild democracy, for the Constitution to pre- in a land that was headed up by a dic- hospitals, roads, bridges, and neighbor- vail, for us to be a shining example of tator who was not friendly with Osama hoods in Baghdad and other places. We transparency in this Nation, it is im- bin Laden and we supposedly were believe it is important to do it to- portant that we find out the truth. I do going to have terrorism. But still, our gether. not believe we have the truth today. troops went over under the command But I think we have another chal- And I think it is imperative that even of the Commander in Chief, and they lenge, Madam Speaker, that is ex- if Congress investigates this, because did an exemplary job. tremely important. Madam Speaker, I we have a one-party government, I This is the reason why we have set up recall the debate on the floor of the think it is imperative that we have a an institute in Los Angeles that will House. I stand by my vote. I believe special prosecutor to investigate and/or work with the school district and will that war should have been the last op- commission to investigate the tragedy work with the community and it is an tion and the U.N. inspectors should of the war and as well the information institute named after Shoshana John- have been allowed to do their job. that has been given to us. son, called the Institute for Heroism, But I know my colleagues who voted Madam Speaker, I believe we can do Endurance and Patriotism. She had a for the effort to go into Iraq did it out no less to unveil the truth as our daughter. Should she have been killed, of conviction and the belief that this troops are fighting for us in Afghani- as was rumored, that daughter would Nation was under imminent attack. stan and fighting for us in Iraq, as they be in the care of someone else or maybe Again, I say that we did not vote in the are offering their lives for the ultimate a part of the welfare system. I do not constitutional way because this Con- principles of freedom and justice. It is know, but she has a strong family. So gress did not vote under article 1 to de- imperative, again, must I say, that we in the name of the POWs, in the name clare war. I maintain that we still had have the truth. I hope that the admin- of our veterans, we must vote to re- that hurdle to overcome. But the basis istration listens, a special prosecutor, store the deleted provisions that have of the vote, the overwhelming vote to a special independent commission to helped millions of Americans and their go forward was on the intelligence that investigate the existence of weapons of children and our people who are still in was given by the intelligence commu- mass destruction and what the intel- Iraq and they have families back home. nity, not only to this Congress but, I ligence community knew. Believe me, their incomes currently assume, to the administration. f make them eligible for Federal pro- I believe it is imperative, Madam grams. We must be sure that they too Speaker, that we have a special inves- ERASED CHILD TAX CREDITS HURT MILITARY FAMILIES can take advantage of the child tax tigation, a special prosecutor to inves- credit because, indeed, they are work- tigate what the intelligence commu- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. ing people. We owe it to them. They de- nity and officials knew, what informa- BLACKBURN). Under a previous order of serve it. the House, the gentlewoman from Cali- tion they gave to Congress, what infor- f mation they withheld. We need to fornia (Ms. WATSON) is recognized for 5 know for sure what information they minutes. AMERICA’S REPUTATION AS had, definitive information, about the Ms. WATSON. Madam Speaker, it is PEACEMAKER IS DOUBTED weapons of mass destruction. The shameful enough that the Republican The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a American people need to know, first of leadership in Congress has chosen to previous order of the House, the gentle- all; the United States military needs to gamble our children’s future on a risky woman from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR) is rec- know; the United States Congress and unsustainable tax scheme such as ognized for 5 minutes. needs to know; and certainly all of the the one signed into law just a few Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, to families of the loved ones of those who weeks ago; but what is even more win the war on terrorism ultimately we mourn who lost their lives need to shameful is that Republicans sold out America must be able to make more know. the very men and women who recently friendships and reduce the number of Madam Speaker, I am unsure of what fought for our country in Iraq by cut- enemies that face us. In places very far the intelligence community knew. ting many of them out of the tax cut. from home, friendship is a matter of

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That is why these kids are We were talking under the main gate of search Center going and interviewing happy to be going to an American uni- AUB, which is inscribed with the words its over 16,000 people across the globe, versity because it is the best way to founders used in 1866 to describe its mission: largely in the Muslim world, but also get on the global gravy train. ‘‘That they may have life and have it more in Europe and other places, asking For them, America is a good market, abundantly.’’ The generous spirit educated them whether they had a favorable one of the students he talked to said, generations of Arab leaders, and for decades opinion of the United States or not. rather than a place with admirable val- the United States has been living off the And in the very places where we need goodwill it helped create. ues. In fact, one of the students told I am a shameless fan of AUB. I sat here to make friends, the numbers are not him, might makes right in America, more than 20 years ago with AUB President good. does it not? Malcolm Kerr shortly before he was assas- Take Morocco, a country of 31 mil- We were talking under the main gate, sinated; I talked with AUB President David lion people, where there have been, un- he says, of the American University of Dodge before he was kidnapped; I began de- fortunately, some terrorist attacks, 73 Beirut, which is inscribed with the bating Arab bureaucracy with the current percent of the people have an unfavor- words of its founders: ‘‘That they may AUB president, John Waterbury, in 1981. I able opinion of the United States. In have life and have it more abun- deeply admire these men and the university they have bravely struggled to maintain. Lebanon, so key to regional peace, 73 dantly.’’ But this is the generous spirit percent of the people have an unfavor- But I had the sense this week that for the that educated generations of Arab lead- students, the tank is beginning to run dry. able opinion of the United States. In ers, and for decades the United States ‘‘Freedom in America has been abolished,’’ Turkey, where the future remains un- has been living off the good will that said a 21-year-old medical student named certain, one of our staunchest allies that helped to create, and it is begin- Lamia. She offered a summary of court cases from a military standpoint, but 85 per- ning to wane. to buttress her argument that civil liberties cent of the people with an unfavorable He talks about how former presidents in America have been compromised in Bush’s opinion of the United States. That is a of the American University of Beirut jihad against terrorism. The degree of cynicism among students is country of 67 million people. In Paki- have been killed, have been kidnapped stan, where we know there are al Qaeda frightening. We began talking about the 9/11 and always live under threat. And yet, terrorist attacks, for example, and nearly cells, where we know we have madrasas students are saying to him today, free- every student expressed doubt that Osama operating, spewing hate every day and dom in America has been abolished. bin Laden’s suicide bombers had really top- instilling young children that they One of the young girls said, Look at pled the twin towers. ‘‘It was a play to make should give their lives in the cause of civil liberties. They do not exist any it look like the Arabs did it,’’ said a young terrorism, a country of 147 million peo- more in the United States. He says the woman named Natalia. ple, 87 percent, 87 percent have an unfa- degree of cynicism among these stu- When I asked the students how they could believe such conspiratorial nonsense even vorable opinion of the United States. dents is frightening. In Jordan, right next door to Iraq, a though they had seen the buildings collapse Madam Speaker, as I close my re- on television, they shouted our alternative country of 5 million people, over 5 mil- marks tonight, the writer encourages theories. ‘‘The tape was altered,’’ said one. lion people, 99 percent of the people us to look at our basic values of human ‘‘Technically those two buildings couldn’t have an unfavorable view of this coun- rights, of freedom and democracy, and have collapsed unless there were bombs set try. And in the Palestinian Authority, give those precedence in all of our ef- at the bottom,’’ insisted another. ‘‘How where we continue to see such great vi- forts towards peace, not just making could someone in a cave in Afghanistan have olence, there really is not any support money in the marketplace. done all that?’’ Asked a third. ‘‘It’s your fault!’’ argued one young woman for the United States. In fact, the num- [From the Washington Post, June 6, 2003] ber shows zero percent favorable rating in a ponytail. ‘‘Your movies have taught us AMERICA’S DOUBTERS IN BEIRUT that any image can be manipulated.’’ for the United States. (By David Ignatius) Students can be forgiven for saying crazy I must ask the question, how does things. But I worry that their comments re- BEIRUT.—As President Bush was pro- one make peace in these cir- flect a deeper problem. Sociologists distin- claiming America’s role as a peacemaker be- cumstances, lasting peace? In that re- guish between the ‘‘normative’’ and ‘‘instru- tween Arabs and Israelis this week, I found mental’’ attributes of an institution or na- gard, I wish to place in the RECORD a myself sitting on the steps of the American tion. For past AUB students, America ap- really beautiful article written by University of Beirut, talking to some of the peared to stand for normative values. For David Ignatius in The Washington Post students whose generation will have to this more cynical generation, America is in- last Friday. I will not quote all of it transform this vision into reality. stead an instrumental machine for getting The most hopeful thing I can say is that here, but I will just read it to you in jobs and making money. the students seem to understand how power- part. It was written from the steps of Waterbury took a laudable step this week ful America is. And while Bush is far from the American University of Beirut, a in trying to reconnect the Arab world with popular here, there seems to be growing replace I have personally visited, the uni- America and its values. Thanks to a $5.2 mil- spect for his orneriness—for that laconic lion gift from Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin versity in that region that has pro- manner that just possibly might be a match Talal, AUB will soon found a new center for duced the leaders, the leaders that for the stubbornness of the Israelis and the American studies. Maybe that will help. have tried to make ties to the West. Palestinians. AUB is an example of what people mean The writer says he found himself sit- But judging by the students’ comments, when they say ‘‘soft power.’’ All the armor in ting on the steps talking to some of the Bush has a long way to go in restoring Amer- America’s awesome hard-power military will ica’s status as a credible peacemaker. These students whose generation will have to end up rusting in the sand if Arabs don’t students, to put it bluntly, don’t believe that transform our hope for peace into re- come to believe that those tanks represent a America is serious about its values. Suggest ality. And the most hopeful thing he culture that promotes freedom and democ- to them, for example, that America really could say after visiting with them was racy—and that America lives by those val- wants to advance democracy and freedom in ues. that they had an understanding of how Iraq, rather than grab the country’s oil, and powerful America is. But the question you get smirks and guffaws. FAVORABLE OF USA seems to be in his mind after speaking For these Arab students, America stands with the students that we have a long for jobs and income, not human rights. It’s a (Population in millions) way to get paid. That’s why these kids are way to go to restore America’s credible Favorable rat- role as a peacemaker. The students, to happy to be going to an American univer- Nation ing (percent) Population put it bluntly, he says, do not believe sity—because it’s the best way to get on the global gravy train. Israel ...... 79 6.1 that America is serious about its val- Great Britain ...... 70 59.7 ‘‘We still feel proud to be here. We’re get- Canada ...... 63 31.9 ues. Suggest to them, for example, that ting the best degree in the best university in Australia ...... 60 19.5 America really wants to advance de- our region,’’ says Maurice Haddad, a bright Italy ...... 60 57.7 S. Korea ...... 46 48.3 mocracy and freedom in Iraq rather 24-year-old majoring in information systems. Germany ...... 45 83.2 than grab the country’s oil and you get Like almost all the students I met, he wants France ...... 43 59.7

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.038 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5063 FAVORABLE OF USA—Continued ing affordable and accessible health States history, costing shareholders (Population in millions) care. more than $180 billion and still count- We need to make sure that we ad- ing. So far, more than 22,000 jobs have Favorable rat- Nation ing (percent) Population dress the problems that our seniors been lost, and the company just re- continue to confront in prescription ceived a tax refund from the Federal Spain ...... 38 40.1 Russia ...... 36 144.9 drug coverage. We need to make sure Government totaling $300 million for Brazil ...... 34 176.0 that we continue those efforts on So- the so-called overpayments on the Kuwait ...... 63 2.1 Nigeria ...... 61 129.9 cial Security to ensure that the next fraud MCI WorldCom committed. Morocco ...... 27 31.1 generations will not be left without Meanwhile, the impact in New York Lebanon ...... 27 3.6 has been devastating. MCI WorldCom Turkey ...... 15 67.3 and left in poverty. We cannot meet Indonesia ...... 15 231.3 our obligations to support critical has laid off 30 percent of its workforce Pakistan ...... 13 147.6 in New York, with most of the cuts Jordan ...... 1 5.3 health and education programs with a Palestinian Authority ...... 0 2.1 tax cut this size, as it does, because we coming in Long Island. New York all recognize how irresponsible it is. State’s pension fund, the second larg- f Now, we find that in addition to fa- est in the Nation, has lost about $306 TAX PLAN EXCLUDES POOR FAMI- voring the wealthiest of this country, million on MCI WorldCom, the worst LIES FROM CHILD TAX CREDIT the administration’s tax cut plan ex- single loss in the firm’s history. Not to cludes those that need the assistance be excluded, New York City’s five pen- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a the most, the low- and moderate-in- sion funds reported that they lost $160 previous order of the House, the gen- come families. Families that make in million on WorldCom stock. tleman from Texas (Mr. RODRIGUEZ) is between $10,500 to $26,625 a year are Why should we care? Because these recognized for 5 minutes. now, under law, excluded from col- pension funds represent a portion, pos- Mr. RODRIGUEZ. Madam Speaker, lecting the $400 child tax credit. sibly a significant portion, of New approximately 2 weeks ago the admin- York State’s public sector employees, b 2015 istration signed into law one of the policemen, firefighters, teachers, et largest tax cut breaks ever for the Those who could benefit the most cetera, who became victims of MCI wealthiest Americans. He did so at a from the tax credit have been left out WorldCom’s fraud. Just the State pen- time when the unemployment is on the and find themselves unable to qualify. sion fund alone represents more than rise. Since President Bush took office, In my district the median income is 950,000 active and retired public em- approximately 2 million jobs have been approximately $23,000, and so more ployees and their beneficiaries. lost, and the Hispanic community is than half would fall under this cat- There is so much more that can be being hit hard; and the minorities egory. The child tax credit has long said of this case; however, since time is throughout this country are being hit been crucial for working families who brief, I will focus my remarks on what hard. Those hardworking Americans deeply are affected by tax burden. They I believe are the most egregious items are now at 7.5 percent unemployment, also are entitled to this child tax cred- of this case. a lot more in proportion than the rest it. First, the proposed settlement with of the population. While more than 85 percent of His- the Securities and Exchange Commis- People want to work, but the jobs are panic males are in the workforce, sion. I am extremely disappointed with simply not there. But instead of pur- which is the largest percentage for any the SEC’s decision to settle with MCI suing policies to stimulate the econ- ethnic group or anyone, many His- WorldCom for a mere $500 million, and omy, instead of looking at creating panics work in low-wage temporary I know that sounds like a lot, but the jobs such as providing resources to im- and seasonal jobs. Latinos are out original $1.5 billion fine represented prove our infrastructure in this coun- there working hard, making things less than 1 percent of the losses try, when we have the decaying happen; yet those are the ones that are amassed by shareholders because of the bridges, when we have decaying infra- being left out from being able to par- company’s fraud. This eye-popping rul- structure, when most of our dams are ticipate in a child tax credit. How can ing brings the SEC’s credibility into 50 to 60 years old, instead of investing the administration argue that this plan question. Such ostrich-like attitudes in our country and in the next genera- helps working men and women when by the SEC will only increase cynicism tion, the administration has chose to working families are the ones that are from investors on the SEC’s legit- push through a plan that includes a tax left out? imacy. cut that does nothing to address the fi- The hardworking Americans may not As MCI begins to rebrand its cor- nancial problems and worries that are be one of the wealthiest, but they are porate image and seeks to distance facing millions of Americans. the future of this country. They are the itself from its criminal stigma, it is in- While making false promises that the ones that make the economy go. They cumbent upon the SEC to act in a deci- tax cut will create jobs and stimulate are the workforce of this country. Our sive manner that adequately punishes our economy, these tax cuts are tar- communities deserve the gratitude and MCI WorldCom for its massive crimes. geted primarily at the large corpora- respect from the leaders that represent Their clever attempts to return to cor- tions; and the wealthiest of Americans, them, and they deserve a fair share of porate normalcy cannot be realized such as those that earn $1 million a any proposed tax relief plan, not just until MCI WorldCom makes complete year, will see a tax cut of nearly the crumbs left over after the Nation’s restitution for its criminal acts. As the $100,000. We understand that people wealthiest few. regulatory agency tasked with over- who pay taxes deserve a break, but we We need to make sure that the tax seeing corporate behavior, the SEC have gone from record surpluses to plans are plans that are appropriate. should serve as a strong enforcer and skyrocketing deficits. They need to be responsive. We also not a willing accomplice that rewards We get elected to come up here to re- need to make sure that we address the criminal activity. spond to the problems that confront issues that confront us, such as the Last week, I filed a petition with the Americans, those problems that our need for health care and other things. U.S. district court requesting that senior citizens continue to have dif- f Judge Rakoff delay any decision in the ficulty with, such as prescription drug MCI WorldCom-SEC settlement until coverage. Our seniors are still having MCI WORLDCOM adequate information is available pub- difficulties in not being able to buy The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. licly to enable the thorough evaluation prescription drugs. Our seniors are still BLACKBURN). Under a previous order of of the company’s fraud, the proposed having difficulties not being able to the House, the gentleman from New settlement, and MCI WorldCom’s cur- have access to affordable health care. York (Mr. MEEKs) is recognized for 5 rent and future plans for compliance In a country that has the most, the minutes. with applicable law. I also urged the best health care in the world, our sen- Mr. MEEKS of New York. Madam court to hold a hearing on the findings iors are having, and Americans Speaker, MCI WorldCom represents the set forth in the upcoming reports of throughout are having, difficulties hav- largest corporate fraud in United the examiner in bankruptcy and the

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN7.013 H09PT1 H5064 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 special investigative committee and the new MCI Worldcom will be tax free. This only the Democrats have been speaking evaluate the proposed settlement only means that the company will not pay taxes on the floor, and their remarks time when the SEC’s investigation of the into the foreseeable future. after time after time have been very company is complete. Now, although I support targeted tax relief partisan, very political, and full of a The second issue regarding this case and I realized long ago that the Bush tax cuts lot of rhetoric. Although it is not the is MCI WorldCom’s attempt to use the benefitted those at the very top, this is ridicu- main topic of my discussion this Federal bankruptcy laws under Chap- lous. Here again, I will introduce legislation to evening, I think it is important that at ter 11 reorganization. As a member of clarify the treatment of tax attributes under least some rebuttal be put into the the House Committee on Financial section 108 of the Internal Revenue Code of record so that the Democratic, which Services and a supporter of reforming 1986 for taxpayers who file consolidated re- was led off by the minority leader over our bankruptcy laws, I can tell my col- turns. there, that these partisan remarks, leagues this is not the intent of Con- Finally, I need to address MCI Worldcom’s which as I said earlier were full of rhet- gress. Reorganization under the bank- best customer—you, me and everyone who oric and, in my opinion, inaccuracies, ruptcy laws should not apply when the pays federal taxes. Why? Because the federal that these remarks do not go into the assets are the product of criminal ac- government continues to be its biggest and RECORD without some type of clarifica- tivities. Bankruptcy should not be a best customer despite the company’s criminal tion or at least hearing from the other vehicle for laundering stolen goods. behavior. For a matter of fact, the company is side. I am shocked and appalled that MCI getting no-bid contracts like the one to build a Let me begin with the minority lead- WorldCom, or any other company for wireless network in Iraq, a line of business the er, the gentlewoman from California that matter, can manipulate our laws company is not even in. (Ms. PELOSI), and her remarks. Her re- in this manner after admitting to Curious? You bet. The federal government marks are the Democrats look after criminal behavior. This is why I am did not have this same policy with Enron and the children in this country. As long as working on a legislative remedy that Arthur Andersen. Since committing the largest I have served in politics, as long as I will correct this and plan to introduce fraud in U.S. history MCI Worldcom has have served in elected office, I have yet that legislation very soon. It is impor- moved up to the eighth largest federal tech- to find a Republican or a Democrat or tant to realize that if MCI WorldCom is nology contractor according to a review by an unaffiliated officeholder that does allowed to reemerge from bankruptcy Washington Technology, with $772 million in not care about children, and for the mi- with 90 percent of its debt eliminated sales. Why would the government award busi- nority leader to stand up here and try and retain the fruits of its crime, they ness to a criminal organization who is very un- and claim a monopoly, that only the will gain a significant artificial advan- stable? You will have to get your answer from Democrats care about children, is tage over its competitors who played the Bush Administration. nothing but pure partisan politics. In by the rules. If this happens, the mes- To allow a corrupt, criminal enterprise like fact, I think it is fundamentally unfair sage that regulators, policymakers, MCI Worldcom to perpetuate its violation of to play off this type of, in essence, and other government officials would the securities laws and visit this injury on an using the children to forward a polit- then send to the marketplace is crime already distraught sector would be an injustice ical point that the Democratic Party does indeed pay; cook your books, de- to the millions of its victims nationwide. wants to make. fraud your investors, and you too can Whether it is the proposed settlement, its What this is, that only the Demo- seek bankruptcy protection and be- bankruptcy proceedings, its abuse of the tax crats care about children, what this ef- come a more viable competitor. code or the awarding of federal contracts, MCI fort by the minority leader is is simple The security laws are intended to Worldcom must pay for its crimes and make spin, S-P-I-N. We can tell we are com- protect innocent parties from fraud in full restitution. Anything less will be the biggest ing up on a Presidential election. All the marketplace, while the Bankruptcy fraud of all. we have to do is listen to some of these Code is intended to facilitate the reor- f 5-minute comments. All it is is spin, ganization of financially troubled com- spin, spin, not debate or not discussion REPUBLICANS LOOK AFTER panies who make unwise but honest as to how to move this country in a AMERICA’S CHILDREN, TOO business decisions; not companies who positive forward manner, but clearly commit fraud. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under focused on how to defeat President The case with MCI Worldcom is clear. the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- George W. Bush in this upcoming elec- There actions were to defraud investors, their uary 7, 2003, the gentleman from Colo- tion. employees and the public. And they did so rado (Mr. MCINNIS) is recognized for 60 It is fundamentally unfair to stand at very successfully. minutes as the designee of the major- this podium and say that any of our Before I conclude, I need to make two final ity leader. colleagues, whether they are Democrat points. MCI Worldcom executives have stated Mr. MCINNIS. Madam Speaker, first or Republican, any of our colleagues that they are owned tax refund on profits they of all, I would like to address the pre- are against the children, or only one ‘‘really didn’t make.’’ Also, according to Busi- ceding comments from the gentleman side of the aisle down here cares about ness Week, the company plans to carry for- from New York in regards to the children. ward its newly recognized losses—‘‘at least WorldCom. His remarks are right on I would say, and I think my com- $6.5 billion’’—from prior years in order to shel- point. I would urge the gentleman to ments are 100 percent accurate, that ter future earnings from taxes. look even further at the WorldCom sit- every woman, every man, Congress- This loophole allows MCI Worldcom to uation and take a look at the $27 mil- man, every Republican, and I think we abuse the tax code because under Internal lion house that Scott Sullivan has off may have one unaffiliated in these Revenue Code Sec. 108(a), income from the Florida, take a look at Bernie Ebbers Chambers, every one of us cares about cancellation of debt (COD) is excluded from a and the money that guy has put into the children, and it is unfair in a de- taxpayer’s gross income if the cancellation oc- this. That is a clear case of not just bate to continue to try and put the curs in a Title 11 bankruptcy proceeding or corporate fraud but criminal fraud. children in front of them as kind of a under other specified circumstances. Under Any one of us, any normal citizen in screen to push another political point. the code, sec. 108(b), a taxpayer benefiting the United States, in my opinion, And I wish the minority leader would from this income exclusion must reduce its tax would have already been put into pris- get off that and come back here and de- attributes, including net operating losses on having committed the kind of fraud bate and discuss the substance of the (NOLs). that cost tens of thousands of people issue instead of standing up here in MCI Worldcom is exploiting an obscurity in their jobs at WorldCom and perhaps front of a microphone, in front of us, the law. Rather than treat its NOLs and other one of the biggest bookkeeping frauds and saying only the Democrats care tax attributes on a consolidated basis, the in the history of corporate America. about the children, only the Democrats company is interpreting the law in a manner So I think that the gentleman from will help the children, and the remarks that allows it to deal with the NOLs on a sepa- the other side of the aisle, his com- go on from there. rate basis. This would allow MCI Worldcom to ments are in order. We have got the gentleman from preserve its NOLs and other tax attributes, so I want to address some of the other Texas, from San Antonio, a very fine an estimated $10 billion or more of income to comments. For the last hour or so, gentleman, a good guy, but he gets a

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.040 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5065 little exaggerated when he says that b 2030 taxes is because that is a welfare pro- the Republicans, they are not investing It is not a sin in this country, and it gram. We are focusing on the people in the future generation; only the is not disrespectful in this country, and who pay taxes. If you do not pay taxes, Democrats are worried about investing it is not ignoring the future genera- you should not get an income tax re- in the future generation. tions of this country for us to pass leg- bate or refund or credit. Give me a break. There are Members islation that benefits people that make That does not mean that they should on both sides of the aisle back here in more than $20,000 a year. There are a not get some kind of assistance. That the Nation’s Capital who care very, lot making $40,000 a year; and in a fam- is up to you to vote whether you want very much about the future generation ily of say two or three kids, that is not to provide that assistance or not; but of this country. In fact, I would say a lot of money. That money is what we are trying to do with this that by far, if not unanimously, I stretched very, very thin. Just because economy, and by the way, there are a would say by far the huge majority, of the fact that you have kids and you lot of people on the Democratic side whether they are Republican or wheth- and your wife both work and you only that want this economy to improve reer they are Democrat, care about the manage to bring down $40,000 a year gardless of who gets credit for it. We future of this country. And for the does not mean you should be classified want these people back to work. One of Democrats to stand up simply because by the Democrats as the wealthy class the ways to do it is to put in a very they know nobody is going to debate in our economy. targeted tax cut. them, there is nobody to rebut their The only reason I can figure out why This tax cut is a lot like jumping a comments, they have been up here 1 these remarks were made is because car with a dead battery. Some Mem- hour nonstop, nonrebutted, that is why they did not think that somebody on bers would argue that to be fair to the they think it is safe to stand up here the other side of the aisle was going to car, you would take the jumper cables and say it is only the Democrats who be sitting in the Chamber, as I was lis- and attach them to the bumpers, at- care about the future generation of tening, to these remarks, and they tach the jumper cables to the door han- this country, only the Democrats care thought they were going to go into this dles, make sure all of the car got a about the children of this country. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD completely jump off the battery. The fact is you Even to go further, the gentleman unrebutted. We have kind of a doctrine need to target a specific part of the makes the remarks, the working fami- of fairness around here. Let us talk car. You need to put the jolt, the lies are left out. So the Democrats about the facts. shock, the charge on the battery. So stand up for the working families. They may be against the tax cut, so you put the jumper cables on the bat- just say you are against the tax cut. Do tery. If you get the battery started, the The working families are out of this not come out to the House floor and whole car benefits and moves along. tax cut. My gosh, the majority of say the Republicans, because of the tax It is the same thing here. This tax working families in this country are cut, do not care about working fami- cut was designed, for example, through the ones who are the primary bene- lies. The Republicans, because of the the capital gains reduction. Now in our ficiaries of this tax cut. There are tax cut, it means that only the Demo- country, it is not just the wealthiest working families above $20,000 income. crats care about the children of this people of this economy who benefit I think the gentleman believes that in country, as the minority leader, the from a tax cut on capital gains. There his mind the only working families, or gentlewoman from California (Ms. are a lot of people out there, lots of at least his comments seem to portray PELOSI), said at the beginning of her people out there who benefit from cap- is that the only ‘‘working families’’ in remarks. ital gains reduction. But the biggest this country are the families that There ought to be a sense of fairness benefit from reducing the capital gains make less than $20,000 or make less here, and I want to talk for a few min- taxation is the economy as a whole, than $10,000 a year. utes about what we looked at on that the society as a whole. If you take a I want to tell the gentleman and tell tax cut, what is important about that look at economic history from an eco- him directly, I have got a lot of fami- tax cut; and I think when we discuss nomic historical perspective, every lies where both the man and the wife, the reason for the tax cut, we have to time the government has reduced the both of them are working, and they take a look at where we are. We have capital gains taxation rate, you have have happen to make $40,000 a year, an economy that is right on the edge. seen an up-tick in the economy. and they would take deep offense by It is not an economy that is in a de- So it is true that only people who the fact that they work 50 hours a pression, but it is an economy where have capital assets and sell them with week, both of them, the one couple I we are suffering from higher unemploy- a capital long-term gain may directly am thinking of, and the gentleman ment. By the way, although an admin- benefit from that reduction. That ben- would stand up here and say, well, that istration alone does not have enough efit to that targeted area benefits the is not the working families. Appar- control, in my opinion, to take an economic picture as a whole. That is ently, the working families are those economy out of a recession or put it very, very important here. If you take who make $20,000 and less a year. into a recession, the fact is this econ- a look at the various elements of that There are a lot of people, regardless omy, which goes up and down, this tax cut, the dividends, for example, of income in this country, there are economy always cycles. There is the first of all, you should have a tax sys- lots of people that are working fami- old theory, everything that goes up has tem. Your Tax Code should be fair. It is lies. In fact, the majority of families in to come down. not fair to tax a person with double this country are working families, and This economy began its downward taxation. Dividend taxation is a double for the Democrats to stand up here, cycle under the previous Democratic taxation. Not even the most liberal of again only because they are not rebut- administration. That is not to say that the Democrats argue that it was not ted, only because there is nobody to administration drove it in because the double taxation. However, the most lib- say the other side of the story, they economy was also going in an upswing eral of the Members of Congress argue stand up here and make it sound like during a Democratic administration. It that is okay because mainly the people they are the only ones that stand for does say, however, we have to face above $26,000 a year can afford to be ‘‘working families’’ and the only work- these cycles. If we look at economic double taxed. Remember, anytime you ing families in this country are those history, especially with specific tax fund one of these liberal programs that in the low-income bracket. cuts, it has been proven very effective some of these people want to fund, any- Whether it is low-income income or as a tool to take you out of the down- time you give money to somebody that upper-low-income or lower-medium-in- turn of the economic cycle; tax cuts is not working, it is a transfer. The come or medium-high-income or high- are a stimulus to put you in the up- government does not create wealth. er-medium-income, whatever classi- turn. However, the tax cuts have to be The people that create wealth are the fication, I know families, in fact al- focused. We do not want to go out and people that are working and exchang- most all the families I know in any of create a welfare program. The reason ing their labor for some kind of a prod- those income brackets, are hard- that bill did not include income tax uct, the creative aspect of it. All the working families. cuts for people that did not pay income government does is act as a transfer

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.041 H09PT1 H5066 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 agent. For example, to give money to ually stands up here and spins and income taxes in that income bracket. people that do not work, and there are bashes this tax cut and bashes the poli- The issue is then do you give them a number of people that do not work cies of the tax cut, what is their an- money, even though they do not pay, that our society thinks have a legiti- swer? You cannot just sit back and do you give them a tax rebate, even mate case for not working and believes complain. You cannot just sit back and though they do not pay taxes, or that the working people should sup- do nothing. I have always believed that should you call that program some port; and as you know, there are a lot at some point you have to quit talking other type of welfare program and go of people that ought to be working and and quit complaining; and at some ahead and transfer it under that type are not, by their choice they are not point you have to get up and lead or of description. working, but the issue here is anytime get out of the way. I think that this But to attack the entire tax cut, to you give money to people who are not shows good leadership. There was lots stand up here and say that the only working, you have to take it from peo- of negotiation that went on with this working families happen to be those ple who are working. tax cut. There was lots of effort that families under $26,000 or $20,000 a year, It is the same thing with this tax went into this tax cut. to stand up here and attack the tax cut credit. When you take the money from As I said, while I do not think this under the guise of protecting the chil- people or give money that are not pay- tax cut alone is going to lift this econ- dren and that the Democrats are the ing taxes, give them a refund or some omy into that up-cycle, I think it is an only ones that protect the children is a kind of credit rebate, you are taking it important element of moving this misleading effort, and it is inaccurate. from people who do pay the taxes. My economy towards that up-cycle. You On this floor we ought to at least de- point in bringing this up is that is combine that, and hopefully we can get bate on a fair basis. If you take a look okay for a while, but you better be able our fuel costs under control, although at this tax cut, it is not perfect; but so to look right in the eye of the taxpayer right now we face a natural gas short- far nobody else has come up with a bet- or look in the eye of the person that is age, a pretty significant natural gas ter solution. working and be able to explain to him shortage around this country, but if we It is interesting to hear these people legitimately why you are going to take can keep oil supplies reasonable and a talk about the Federal deficit. Let me money from those people, look right at hand on unemployment, consumer con- say something about the U.S. Congress. them and say you are working, so I am fidence is very, very critical, if you can I think it would be interesting for going to take money from you and give get consumer confidence to stay high every Member that talks about how it to this person over here who is not so people go out and buy and if you can terrible the Federal deficit is, I think working. effectively, through leadership of the it would be interesting to look at their Now when you do that, the average interest rate by the Feds, if you can bills that they have introduced and see Joe or the average Jane over there that keep the deflation threats from occur- what their bills do to that deficit. is working, and you say I am going to ring, you are going to see this economy Those people that stand up here and take some of your money that you improve. But it is a fragile economy. criticize, for example, as they have have worked hard for and I am going to We are trying to do something to help done this evening, criticize the Repub- give it to person A over here who is not it. Because you stand up and are trying licans on the deficit, whoever does that working, the first legitimate question to help this economy recover does not criticism, take a look and see what that the working Joe or working Jane mean that you care less about children. their votes look like, what programs is going to say is, why are you giving It does not mean that the only working they vote for and what those programs them the money when they are not families in this country, as expressed have done to the deficit. working? You might say, well, they are by some of the Democrats this evening, b 2045 physically handicapped or mentally are those people that earn less than handicapped. They are not capable of $26,000 a year. That is not what it It is funny how people vote one way working. You can expect the working means. and speak another way. When I first Joe or working Jane is going to say It means that we recognize that got elected to office, somebody said, that is a legitimate reason. Our society working families are spread all over ‘‘The best trick is to vote liberal in ought to help where we can with that America; that if you can benefit those Washington and speak conservative in kind of cause. working families all over the income your home district.’’ I do not believe But when you go to working Jane brackets, those people who pay income we ought to be running our business and working Joe and say, look, we are taxes, those people who are out there, that way. I think we ought to be as, going to take money from you because and mind you, we will hear the com- what was it, McCain that had straight you are working, and we are going to ment, and I heard it this evening, that talk? Let’s talk it straight. give it to somebody over here who is they do pay these taxes, and you can This tax cut is targeted. This tax cut not working, and they say why are vote one way or the other on that. You is targeted to benefit the entire econ- they not working, and you say, well, ought to be accurate about your facts. omy. This tax cut is targeted to move because they have chosen not to work, They do not pay Federal income taxes. all of us forward, so that our unem- then you begin to see problems. It does The group that they are talking about ployment can go down, so that our not work. That is why with this tax cut getting a rebate for, they do not pay stock market can go up, so that our what we are trying to do is target it. It Federal income taxes. They do pay consumer confidence can go up, so that is a good plan. It alone will not turn State income taxes, sales tax, gasoline the interest rate, the prime rate, can the economy in that up-cycle; but I tax and 7.5 percent or 7.6 percent on stay down. That is what we have in our feel, I already feel confidence that the their Social Security; but they do not radar. That is what we are trying to ac- economy is beginning to recover. Our pay Federal income tax. complish. It should not be attacked by stock market is showing some What the minority leader is saying a minority leader who stands up here strength. and what some of the Democrats are and says, well, it’s about the children The fact is that the people on the spinning up here, they are making it and the Republicans don’t care about dividends, the capital gains, speeding sound as if these people do pay Federal the children, and only the Democrats up the tax brackets, the caps on the income tax and for some reason just care about the children. Or from the tax brackets which will help tens of because they are poor, they are being gentleman from Texas that says, only millions of taxpayers in this country, cut out of the tax cut. That is not ac- the Democrats care about the future by doing that you are getting the bat- curate. That is a blatant, inaccurate generations of this country. Give me a tery jumped and the car moves as a statement. break. whole. That is the issue here. We want Now, whether you vote to give these Let me summarize these remarks by this economy to benefit as a whole. people a rebate or not, the fact is that saying obviously everybody in this This tax cut will allow that to happen. anybody that enters this debate ought room, even the ones I most ardently Now, let me tell you that a few of the to acknowledge up front that the issue disagree with, I would never say they people who have opposed this, for ex- is not whether or not they pay income do not care about the children. I have ample the minority leader who contin- taxes because they do not pay Federal never met a person in elective office, I

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.043 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5067 have never met an elected officeholder lets in it. Why did the cops have to sidering his history that he used a gun that really does not care about chil- shoot him? He didn’t have any bullets repeatedly, repeatedly, repeatedly, it is dren or would do something to hurt the in that gun. Somehow they think that a logical thought process that that gun children. I have never met them. I have the police officers had 20/20 vision or is loaded and he is going to use it on never met one officeholder in my ca- Superman’s vision so that they could you. reer that did not care about future gen- see right through the weapon and de- Take a look at this. In 1983, mustard erations. I do not care what their party termine that there were no bullets in gas killed about 100 people. Mustard affiliation is. And to stand up here and there. gas in 1983 killed 3,000. These are his use those kind of statements, you talk That is the same thing on these own citizens, by the way. These are all about spin, you talk about political weapons of mass destruction. All of a confirmed. In 1984, 2,500, mustard gas. rhetoric, and that is the definition of sudden we have weapons experts, kind In 1985, mustard gas 3,000. I am skip- it. of the Blame America First crowd. We ping down here. Right down here, mus- I want to address another subject are starting to see them. Oh, my gosh, tard gas 5,000. In 1987 mustard gas, that I am hearing a lot about recently the United States of America has not 3,000. In 1988, mustard gas and nerve on the news. First of all, let me give found these weapons of mass destruc- agents, hundreds of people, Iranians you a little background. I used to be a tion, so they can’t justify this war. and Kurds. This is a country that used police officer. When I went to the po- How convenient it is that these very these type of weapons when they were lice academy, we used to have a train- people continue to ignore what an evil at war with Iran. So sure, maybe we ing exercise, I guess you would call it, man Saddam Hussein was. Just take a have not gotten our hands on these where they would show a movie on a look at what he did to half his popu- weapons yet, but the fact is there is a big screen, and we used wax bullets. We lation. The women in Iraq, take a look; long history, a long history of the had wax bullets in our weapons, our if we just had one incident like that in country of Iraq using these types of service weapons. On the movie screen, this country, understandably and jus- weapons. It is very clearly justified for the training episode was called ‘‘Shoot tifiably, this country would be enraged you to expect, in fact I think you or Don’t Shoot.’’ They would have dif- that a woman was treated that way as would be negligent not to suspect, that ferent instances. It was up to you to an American citizen in the United Saddam Hussein and his lieutenants make a determination. The film would States. But yet this crowd, the Blame had these type of weapons. depict somebody, for example, coming America First crowd, ignores all of Some are saying, ‘‘Well, it’s the Re- out from a trash can with a weapon. It that. They are putting on blinders. publicans. It’s George W. Bush. He’s a was up to you within 1 or 2 seconds to They are putting on blinders about the cowboy.’’ Let me say to you, first of decide whether that person really was mass graves. They are putting on all, being a cowboy out in the West is a threat and whether you needed to blinders about the fact that Saddam kind of an honorable title. We do not draw your service weapon and, even Hussein on a number of occasions, of think it is a degrading remark. We more serious, whether you should dis- which I will show you here in just a kind of look at it in a romantic fash- charge your service weapon, and then moment, used weapons of mass de- ion. But back here some people think you would fire your wax bullet and it struction to kill his own citizens. being a cowboy is a negative term. would measure, of course, on this big In this country at Kent State when They say, ‘‘It must be George W. Bush. screen whether or not you hit the sus- our National Guardsmen shot, I think He’s just a cowboy. He’s the one that pect and saved somebody. It is tough to they shot and killed four students who has overstated the threat of Saddam make that decision. There were a num- were protesting back in the sixties or Hussein. He’s the one that took this ber of times where the person would seventies, this country went ballistic. Nation into war and it’s an exagger- aim a gun at you and it would be a toy What do you mean our own military ated threat.’’ gun but it looked like a real gun, it people killed our own citizens? That is Let me show you what the leader of would be a squirt gun or something, four. Yet the Blame America First the Democratic Party says about it. and you had to make the decision as crowd out there is making Saddam Again, the poster to my left. President the police officer, do I draw and shoot? Hussein look like somewhat of a Robin Bill Clinton. President Clinton on On a lot of different occasions, myself Hood, ignoring the fact that while Saddam’s threat. He made these re- included, we shot and then we found maybe he did not have these weapons marks, this is an exact quote, on Feb- out that the person on the film actu- of mass destruction or at least that we ruary 18, 1998. This is what Bill Clinton ally, like I said, had a water gun or a have not found any yet, that we ought says: What if Saddam Hussein fails to toy gun. What happened right after to focus entirely on the gun that did comply—this is with the inspection that, after you would do that, then not have bullets in it, although it was process—and we fail to act? What if more likely than not the next person pointed at us, and criticize us for that Saddam Hussein fails to comply and we would have what looked like a non- instead of taking a look at the history fail to act? Or we take some ambiguous threat, not a serious threat and some- of that evil man. third route which gives him, speaking thing that looked obviously like a toy This guy, Saddam Hussein, even if we of Saddam, yet more opportunities to gun and it would be a real gun, so you do not find weapons of mass destruc- develop his program of weapons of would hesitate and the person on the tion, and, by the way, it is Saddam mass destruction and continue to ig- film would go boom-boom, and all of a Hussein, I am going to also show you a nore the solemn commitments that he sudden you got docked points because poster on that, the weapons of mass de- made? Well, he will conclude that the they just shot you. struction that he himself admitted international community has lost its My point in talking about this train- that he had. He admitted they had will. He will then conclude that he can ing film is to move into this discussion them. But for the sake of argument go right on and do more to rebuild an of weapons of mass destruction. We here, let us say that Saddam Hussein arsenal of devastation and destruction. have had incidents in the past where a did not have weapons of mass destruc- Let me point out, on the next poster, police officer has shot a suspect and tion. Take a look at what the proof of these are the weapons of mass destruc- after they got control of the suspect the pudding is. Take a look at what he tion that the country of Iraq admitted and they grab the weapon, after they did to his own citizens. By the way, on in documents that they submitted to shoot the suspect, let us say in the ex- this particular poster to my left, these the United Nations, or to the inter- ample they kill the suspect, the police murders were accomplished with weap- national community, these were weap- officer does, and the investigating ons of mass destruction. In the history, ons that they admitted that they had team seizes the weapon from the sus- we know, for example, going back to at some point in time. Mustard gas, pect and they find out the weapon did my police officer incident, that the guy 2,850 tons. All you need, by the way, of not have any bullets in it. There are al- that is pointing the gun at us on a mustard gas is about a teaspoonful and ways people that with hindsight say, number of occasions used that gun to you got real problems on your hands. why did that police officer shoot old kill people. So it is a natural and jus- This is about 3,000 tons of mustard gas. Joey over there? Sure, Joey pointed a tifiable thought process to believe that Not what George W. Bush or Dick Che- gun at him, but he didn’t have any bul- when this guy points a gun at you, con- ney or Colin Powell or Condoleezza

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We saw in this coun- that that gun did not have bullets in it, had a right to discharge our weapon try what happened with just a few lit- despite the history of the person hold- first. We knew the history of that indi- tle crumbs, a few little particles of an- ing the gun. vidual. To the best of our knowledge, thrax stuck in an envelope. We saw This Nation has an absolute right to we believed that individual had bullets what happened in this country with go out there and preempt a threat. We in his gun. We could not see in the gun, that. Iraq, by their own admission do not have a right for preemption; we but the gun was pointed at us, and we again, not a statement made by our actually have an obligation for pre- do not feel and we should stand by this leadership in this country but an ad- emption. Do you think we say to our position that we do not think it is nec- mission made by the country of Iraq, police officers in any community in essary we get shot at first, like we did they had 25,000 tons of that stuff. Ura- this country that you cannot discharge on September 11. nium, 400 tons; plutonium, 6 grams. Six your service weapon until you are fired Let me tell you, after September 11, grams does not sound like a lot but upon first, you have to be shot first be- of course, the Blame America First that is exactly what you need to create fore you are allowed to discharge that crowd came out and said, oh, America’s a heck of a nuclear weapon. weapon? intelligence failed. It is because Amer- My point this evening with you is to No. What we say to our officers in ica does not do enough for the poor in say it is a cheap shot, for lack of a bet- law enforcement is we expect you to go the world and America is pompous and ter word, it is a cheap shot, it is a com- out there; and if a threat exists, one, America does not share its wealth and ment made from that group of people, we want you to be as accurate as you America enjoys too much of the good that Blame America First, the crowd can possibly be as to whether or not a things and America has too much food. that partially is driven for political threat exists; but if a threat does exist, That is why September 11 came about. self-interest, the crowd who believes it is your job, it is your obligation, and The Blame America crowd came in. that America can never do right, the we expect you to carry out your duty That is exactly what would have hap- crowd who constantly criticizes Amer- to stop that threat. pened if Iraq, by the way, would have ica, it is that Blame America First That is exactly what Bill Clinton was shot first, had they used a weapon of crowd whose voice has become louder talking about when he was President of mass destruction against the free and louder over the last 2 weeks about the United States, and that is exactly world. Blame America would have the fact that weapons of mass destruc- what George W. Bush did now that he come out and said where was George W. tion have not been found. is President of the United States. Bush? Where was President Bill Clin- My point tonight is not to address So I hope as colleagues begin to hear ton? When they should have known that crowd. You can talk until you are this rhetoric about we have not found about this, why did they not know blue in the face and you will never con- any weapons of mass destruction, so about it? So no matter what you do, vince the Blame America First crowd blame the United States, forget the you are going to have the Blame Amer- that America is anything but the devil fact the United States has brought to ica First crowd out there criticizing itself. You are not going to get them. the Iraqi people things they have never you. They will claim they are good Ameri- But the fact here is we should put cans, they will claim that they have seen in their entire lives. Forget the them aside. What we need to make sure this patriotism and their patriotism is fact that the women in Iraq are now is that the average American out there demonstrated by the fact that they going to have rights, are going to be understands that this country is a good have enough guts to stand up and cry treated as individuals over there. For- country. This country did what it be- about America’s sins and apologize for get the fact that the United States of this country around the world and talk America has stopped the mass murders. lieved was in the best interests, not about how horrible we are and this and Forget the fact that the United States just of itself, but in the best interests that, but the fact is this: This country, of America, if there are weapons of of many, many innocent Iraqi citizens. the leadership of this Nation, the Re- mass destruction, will find those weap- This country did what we thought was publican President George W. Bush, the ons of mass destruction and will de- in the best interests of many, many Democrat President Bill Clinton, all stroy those weapons of mass destruc- citizens who were murdered and so on knew and had a history of weapons of tion. in Afghanistan. We did what we mass destruction’s usage in the coun- All of that is ignored by the people thought was best for the world. try of Iraq. that I call Blame America First. What It is this country that has led the Again coming back to my example, they are trying to do is hitch their world in standing up when the going what has happened here so far, the in- horse to this one pole; and that pole is, gets tough. It is the United States of vestigation shows, we had a suspect. ha, ha, ha, you have not found a weap- America that is the first one out of the That suspect, and I am trying to draw on of mass destruction, so everything foxhole. And it is a little tough, when a comparison here, that suspect had a you have told us is a lie. This is exag- you are the first one out of the foxhole, gun pointed at us. The gun was pointed gerated. We should have never done you are standing on the battlefield tak- at us. That suspect had a history, like this. ing the bullets, and somebody hiding in Iraq did, had a history of murder, had They intentionally, not by accident, the foxhole behind you is saying, I told a history of using that gun. That sus- but they intentionally ignore the his- you so. You should not be out there. pect had a history of admitting that he torical facts of the mass murders that That is kind of how I feel about some had used that gun to kill people. That that guy has done. They ignore the ad- of this criticism. is a suspect that is looking at us with missions by Saddam Hussein’s country America has no need to apologize. a gun. So before that suspect, Saddam of the weapons of mass destruction The United States of America has done Hussein, could use that gun against us, that they did possess in the past. They a lot of good for a lot of people for a lot we fired first. In the investigation it ignore all that, because they do not of countries for a lot of history for its may appear, and I say ‘‘may’’ because want to listen to the facts. They do not entire history. Oh, sure, we got a we have only been in Iraq 7 or 8 weeks want the facts to enter this picture. blooper here and there. But the fact is, under this kind of a look for a search What they want to do is use this as a you can stack America up, I will stack for weapons of mass destruction, it spin, either in their continued all-out America up against any other country may occur to us or may end up being a effort to blame America first, or in a in the history of the world. Not just in result, and certainly at this point, the spin for some type of political purpose the history of the United States, but I gun appears not to have had bullets in or self-serving political motive, espe- will stack America up against any it. cially in light of the fact that we have other country in the history of the

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I are ‘‘exhaustees,’’ we call them. mired in a jobless recovery. We saw think the majority of Americans be- Second, the unemployment rate we evidence of that in the numbers we saw lieve in that. are looking at does not count the 2 mil- last Friday; more evidence of it still, f lion people who have dropped out of the the latest data. We have been seeing job market. It may be more than that, this for weeks now, for months now. AMERICAN ECONOMY NOT but at least that number. They have Last December, when the Repub- RECOVERING given up the search for a job because licans left here and did not extend un- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. they flat cannot find one. employment benefits and gave a very, FEENEY). Under the Speaker’s an- If they were counted in the labor very backhanded present to those who nounced policy of January 7, 2003, the force, the unemployment rate would be are out of a job over the Christmas gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. in the range of 6.6 percent. But even holidays, we started looking hard at SPRATT) is recognized for 60 minutes as this figure, 6.6 percent, would not re- the circumstances and asking what can the designee of the minority leader. veal the number of workers who have we do to ameliorate this economy. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, on Friday lost their jobs and found another, typi- On January 6, 6 months ago, we of- of last week there was more bad news cally with lower wages and lower bene- fered a solution. We offered a package about the economy. The unemploy- fits. I see that all the time in my dis- of short-term stimulus and long-term ment rate hit 6.1 percent, the highest trict, anecdotally, and I suspect it is balance. We proposed to give all Amer- rate in more than a dozen years. Since happening everywhere in America. ican workers, working families, a tax this recession started in March of 2001, These folks do not show up in the rebate, $600 at least, based on their 2002 we have lost 3.1 million jobs in the pri- employment statistics because they incomes. We proposed to speed up de- vate sector. That is a loss of 2.8 percent are working, but they are working at preciation for all businesses, large and of all the jobs in the private sector; and much less favorable terms than before small, to encourage them to invest. We in percentage terms that makes this this recession started. One indication proposed to give the States $36 billion one of the worst recessions in the post- of that is the loss of manufacturing of fiscal assistance, going to Medicaid war period. That is one of the problems jobs, 53,000 in the month of May alone. and highway construction and home- we have got; 6.1 percent does not sound Every month for 12 months we have land security, all of this to get the alarmingly bad compared to prior re- lost at least 50,000 of these jobs, which economy up on its feet and running. cessions, but it does not begin to tell are the best jobs in industrial America. But we proposed these remedies for the story of what is happening in this Manufacturing jobs are hemorrhaging 2003 alone so that the budget would re- economy. right now. cover when the economy recovered. We First of all, this unemployment rate, These workers do not show up as un- did not want to be mired in debt, long- 6.1 percent, does not indicate the per- employed. They are industrious work- term debt, because we recognize that sistence of this recession. Unemploy- ers. They have found a job somewhere long-term deficits and deeper national ment is not only up at 6.1 percent, but else, but not at the same terms they debt would only mean higher interest it has been stuck in this range for more once enjoyed. In truth, they are under- rates and, therefore, less growth and than a year. employed; but we do not have a number fewer jobs. As you can see from this particular to reflect their status. It took our Republican colleagues al- chart, this graph, this recession is not Third, this unemployment rate does most 6 months to do anything. We were following the pattern of previous reces- not say anything about household in- about to leave here for the Memorial sions. In previous recessions, the red come. But when you consider the fact Day holiday when they finally ac- curve, the U-shaped curve, plots the of unemployment, which is prevalent, knowledged our prodding and agreed to path that unemployment has taken. It and underemployment, you have to be- extend unemployment benefits, but not reaches a peak, as it did in March of lieve a toll is being taken on household by merely as much as we would have, 2001, typically reaches a trough in income. Rising unemployment has to not for as long and not for the same about 12 to 18 months and then starts mean declining household income. people, particularly those who ex- back up again. It takes awhile for re- In real terms, in fact, after inflation, hausted their benefits already. covery, it takes awhile for employment the median household in America has to get back on its feet, but eventually seen its income fall by 2.2 percent, or things come back to normal. $934. This is serious in itself for the in- b 2115 There may be a lot of people in this dividual household; but it is serious for They have now come up with a pack- country and in this Congress who the economy as a whole, because it age, mainly tax cuts, 62 percent of think, well, this is your regular post- means cutbacks in consumption, and it which go to the top 5 percent on the in- war recession, it is not a depression, it is consumer demand that drives two- come scale; they provided some help will come back. But what we trouble thirds of the economy when it is at full for the States, and I think that is good, about is it is not following the pattern employment. If you have weak house- but I think they took that page from of the postwar recessions of the past, hold income, declining household in- our book, not as much as we proposed, because this black line plots the path come, you are not going to have the though. They proposed tax rebates, the economy has taken. It has not restoration of demand that is nec- again, not as much as we proposed and headed back up. essary to get this economy up and run- not to those that we proposed to give Employment has not headed up, even ning. the tax rebates to, because we think though we have had signs of a recov- Fourth is another indicator. Look at they should go primarily to the unem- ery. It feels like a recovery. This is a real wages of full-time workers on a ployed, to working families with chil- jobless recovery. Worse still, the job weekly basis. Let us take the median dren who need the money and who also situation is actually getting worse, as worker, the person who makes more will spend the money. We were told this line plots, because, if you follow than half of the workforce and less today and have been told before by that line, if you can see the bottom than the other half of the workforce, Macroeconomic, by Economy.com, that index, this means that jobs should have the guy who is stuck right in the mid- it is their rule of thumb that for every recovered 12 to 18 months ago, at the dle. dollar of unemployment benefit we ex- very least. We should have seen an up- Over the last four quarters, the real tend, we generate about $1.73 in eco- tick, an upturn in jobs; and it should wages of median workers has fallen nomic activity in the economy over the have been at this level by now. Instead, every quarter. That is a fact. Now, that ensuing year.

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We had looked at this projection and found it resolution which our Republican col- an important effort, which the gen- reasonable has said, if that happens, we leagues brought to the floor, and look tleman from Virginia (Mr. SCOTT) saw cannot help but lose jobs and lose eco- on page 93 of it in particular, we will this morning when Lawrence Michel nomic growth, because the additional see that on that page they summarize testified before our small ad hoc com- credit demands of the Federal Govern- on one chart, one table, the effects of mittee of Senate and House Democrats ment are bound to drive up interest their budget and they show that gross and pointed out that the economy rates; and when interest rates go up, Federal debt, all the debt of the United itself, if you believe the Council of Eco- the growth in the economy will go States, will grow from about $6.5 tril- nomic Advisors and what they are put- down, and jobs will go down with it. lion today to over $12 trillion 10 years ting on their Web page and what they So that is the dilemma we face here. from now. If we go to CBO’s analysis of have been projecting and testifying to, That is the problem we face here. The the President’s budget issued in March the economy itself, if it recovers as President’s package which was proof this year, and look at it, look at the they project over the next 12 months, posed and passed just a couple of weeks top line on table 1, the very top line, it will generate over the next 12 to 18 ago bore a price tag of $350 billion. The shows that $4.4 trillion in additional months 4 million jobs. problem is, every tax concession in deficits would be generated if those So Michel proposed a yardstick. He that package has a sunset date, an ex- budget proposals were fully enacted. proposed we will be able to tell whether piration date, and not a Member of this And, in fact, we are on that course or not the President has succeeded, the House, nor a Member of the other body, right now, and that is our concern to- Republicans’ package has achieved its the Senate, believes that those sunset night. goal if it creates 5.5 million jobs over dates will ever stick. We all believe Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman the next 16 months, between now and that when those dates are reached, from Tennessee. November of 2004. Mr. Speaker, 1.4 mil- sooner or later, they will be repealed. Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, if the lion for the package itself, and 4 mil- The expirations will be relieved, and, gentleman would take a few questions lion for the economic growth that the therefore, when we take out all of the I would certainly appreciate it, because economy is supposed to generate in any sunset dates in the tax package that I would like to have a dialogue with event. passed here as a stimulus package, the him on these issues. Now, is this fair? Is it fair to hold the cost of it in revenues is not $350 billion, My impression is that most Members administration to this kind of test? I it is $1 trillion. of this Congress, most folks back home say it is fair, because I think what we Furthermore, to make permanent the are probably finishing up their supper, are going to see as a result of this test tax cuts that were passed in the year tired after the long day at work; if will be hard to meet, but it is fair in 2001 will cost another $600 billion. And, they are tuned in to C-SPAN, all of comparison to what the first Bush ad- to deal with the problems of the alter- them are wondering where is the ministration achieved and also what native minimum tax, the AMT which straight talk about the U.S. economy, the Clinton administration achieved. It the Treasury tells us will affect more where is straight talk about their job should be recalled that Mr. Clinton and more taxpayers, rising from affect- and their future, or how long will their took office in a recession, too, and noting 2 million taxpayers today to 30 mil- unemployment continue to last. People withstanding that, in the first 4 years lion in 10 years, when we take care of want real information, real facts. So of his administration, more than 10 that, try to limit the number of tax- many of the Federal budget numbers million jobs were generated by this payers whom we never intended for it are so large that it is hard for the aver- economy. Among other things, at that to apply to, what will happen? It will age citizen to comprehend. It is hard point in time, we raised taxes, but we cost at least $600 billion in revenues for the average Congressman or woman also cut spending and we started work- over the next 10 years. to understand. ing down the deficit so that every year So that is the tax cut agenda, and the I know the gentleman from South for 8 straight years the bottom line of built-in tax cuts that are bound to un- Carolina has played a long and con- the budget got better, the Federal Gov- fold here, and that is our concern; that structive role in budget debates for ernment literally got out of the capital even if the package the administration many years now, helping, for example, markets and started paying off debt; offered, given its size, does something in the Clinton years to build a surplus. $400 billion in debt was retired, paid off for the economy, if you raise spending between 1998 and 2000. And, in the year and cut taxes, you are bound to stimu- If the gentleman would turn to that 2000, we were in balance without count- late the economy to some extent. Num- chart, I think that is a period of real ing Social Security for the first time in ber one, it is questionable about how pride in American history. I think the 40 years, the first time since the year much it will do, since 62 percent of it gentleman just passed the chart right 1960. goes to the top 5 percent who probably there, where we got out of a sea of red So we believe it is fair to hold the will not change their behavior in re- ink and actually built up toward a sur- Bush administration to this account, sponse to it; but in addition, in the plus and achieved a surplus in 8 short to release 5.5 million jobs. The Presi- long run, it can have a real downward years, the first time that had been dent says that he wants every Amer- drag on the economy, because it is done in some 40 years in American his- ican who wants to work to be able to bound to increase interest rates and tory. So that was a truly significant find a job. Well, there are 8 million un- bound to slow down the growth of this accomplishment but, unfortunately, it employed Americans waiting for that economy, job creation, stifling growth has been largely voided by recent promise to be fulfilled, for that goal to and stifling job creation. That is our events. be attained. We are saying here, at concern. We are not trying to be Cas- I know that the gentleman is a posi- least 5.5 million of those jobs ought to sandras, we are not trying to dump dis- tive and constructive force in this de- be generated if this package comes credit on every proposal that comes bate, and we try to seek out positive true over the next 16 months. forward that we do not happen to agree ways that our country can grow and But there is another problem that is with 100 percent, but we have deep and advance. But it is important for us to seldom talked about when the effects real concerns about the long-term di- first realize the predicament we are in. of this stimulus jobs and growth pack- rection of the budget that is being Is my understanding correct that the age, so-called, are discussed. And that given here by Mr. Bush. job performance that we are witnessing is that unlike the package we proposed I will wrap up my remarks and yield right now is the worst in half a cen- last January, what the Republicans to my colleagues after noting this: The tury? have proposed and put in place right numbers that I have just described, $4 Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, there now will have such a huge tax revenue trillion in additional deficits and in ad- have actually been job losses in the pri- impact or cost, that going out into ditional national debt over the next 10 vate sector, gains in the public sector, time, we will accumulate, it is our ex- years are not fabricated or invented by but the net job loss is somewhere

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.050 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5071 around 2.2, 2.3 million people. The pri- Mr. COOPER. The gentleman men- they were using. They had a model de- vate sector job loss number is 3.1 mil- tioned a Democratic stimulus package, veloped by macroeconomic advisers lion jobs since the peak of this reces- and if he could elaborate on that, be- who were retained by them to give sion, which was March 2001, shortly cause it is my understanding that the them macroeconomic econometric ad- after the President took office. Bush tax cut plan actually has very lit- vice. They gave the methodology of Mr. COOPER. So since March 2001, tle stimulus in the short term for our how they estimated their jobs. our economy has lost 3.1 million jobs. economy, whereas the plan that the We took the same methodology and Mr. SPRATT. Private sector jobs. gentleman put forward actually had applied it to our proposal and we got, Private sector jobs. much more of a stimulant effect to for a fraction of the impact on reve- Mr. COOPER. And that is the worst help our economy today get out of the nues, twice the impact on jobs. Our job creation performance of any Presi- ditch. Could the gentleman elaborate? program would have created 11⁄2 million dent since 50 years ago and Harry Tru- Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, we said jobs. Theirs would create around 600,000 man? we wanted to go to everybody who filed or 700,000. Mr. SPRATT. The Clinton adminis- a return in the year 2002 and who Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, the tration, which inherited an economy earned up to $6,000 in income and give Democratic proposal would have stimu- just coming out of a recession and had them 10 percent of what they had lated consumer demand with the rebate to deal with the credit crunch and earned, up to a ceiling of $600, and send program and business investment with other problems that were dragging the them a check for it right away. That the depreciation incentives. economy then, nevertheless generated way we would have reached 17 million Mr. SPRATT. Which is critically im- more than 10 million jobs during its American families who did not get a re- portant, because this is a demand-defi- first 4 years and more than 10 million bate in the year 2002. We would have cient economy which we are living in jobs during its second 4 years. The first put money in the pockets of people who today. Two-thirds of the demand that Bush administration was marred by a were most likely to spend it, $60 billion typically drives the economy at full recession for the second half of it and to $70 billion for that purpose alone. employment is a consumer demand, had a poor performance. The Reagan We also said we want to go to the and that is why we are trying to boost administration had an adequate per- States and help the States because consumer demand. formance, but it did not come close to what they are doing is contractionary, Let me now yield to my friend, the the performance of the Clinton admin- and if we do not counteract that to gentleman from Virginia (Mr. SCOTT), istration. some extent then they will undercut also a member of the Committee on the And what happened in the Clinton what we are doing and there will not be Budget, who has a whole battery of administration? This chart shows it. any effect on our economy. Medicaid, a charts he would like to talk about. The gentleman is absolutely right. shared State-Federal program, we said Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, When he came to office, the deficit was we wanted to give the States $15 billion I thank the gentleman for yielding to at a record high: $290 billion and head- to $20 billion to help them meet the ex- me. ed up. The President left his economic traordinary cost of the Medicaid pro- As we have said, this chart tells the report on the desk for Mr. Clinton to gram. We also said as to businesses, we story. When people ask, what is the pick up on January 20 when he came to wanted to give them an incentive to in- Democratic plan to get us out of the office. On page 69 of that report, they vest; for small businesses, we said mess, the green is the Democratic plan. showed that they expected the deficit $75,000. You buy that new equipment or We ought to remember history on how to hover in the range of $300 billion or new computer or new desk, you can that green was created, because as the $330 billion for the next 5 years. write it off the year you buy it, the gentleman has indicated, not a single The gentleman from Tennessee was year you purchase it. Republican, 218 to 216 in the House, not here, I believe, and the gentleman re- a single Republican in the House, 50–50 calls well what happened. The Presi- b 2130 in the Senate, not a single Republican dent sent down his budget on February And as to large businesses, we said, in the Senate voted for the plan that 17. We passed it with one vote in the we will give them a bonus if you go in- started digging us out of this great def- House and the Vice President’s vote in vest it in 2003. icit. the Senate, and for every year there- Now, the Republicans have been into When the Republicans used those after, the bottom line of the budget got bonus depreciation before, but they votes that created the green ink, they better. It went from 290 to 255 in 1994, wanted to stretch it over a 3-year pe- used those against us in the campaign to 203 in 1995, on down to 164, and fi- riod of time. We said to give the econ- and took over both the House and Sen- nally to the point where, in 1998, as I omy a real jolt, let us say to American ate. Now they want to take credit for said, we had a surplus of $236 billion, industry, do it this year when we des- some of the green. But remember, after more than any surplus in the postwar perately need it and we will give you a the 1994 election, 1995, they passed period. Without counting Social Secu- reward, 50 percent write-off in the year these trillion-dollar tax cuts and Presi- rity, it was the first time we were in of purchase. That was our package. The dent Clinton vetoed those tax cuts. In surplus in 40 years. That happened at net cost of it was about $100 billion and fact, they threatened to shut down the the same time, at the same time, as op- $100 to $136 billion. Over time, some of government, and he vetoed them again. posed to hindering growth, we saw the that washed out. In fact they shut down the govern- economy boom as we had never seen it The key thing was after 2003, 2004, ment, and he vetoed them again. since the 1960s. there were no net effects on the econ- We had gotten the budget deficit Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, it is hard omy. As the economy recovered, ours down from 290 down to less than 10 be- to imagine a starker policy contrast faded out and faded away and did not fore they finally agreed to a budget than the one that you are exhibiting constitute a long-term drain on reve- that the President could sign. That is right there to show that we were nues. right up in here somewhere. All of this drowning in red ink until 1991, and then Mr. COOPER. Let me make sure I was without any Republican votes, so we climb up to the surface and can heard this right. In the short run, the they finally jumped on the bandwagon breathe again, and now we are drown- Democratic bill would have been twice right at the last minute. ing one more time in another sea of red as stimulative as the Republican bill, When President Bush came in, the ink. $130 billion versus $60 billion, and in Republican Congress passed the tril- Mr. SPRATT. That is our concern. the long run we would not have had lion-dollar tax cut and President Bush That is what we are talking about to- any of the deficit hangover that the signed those tax cuts. Here is what we night, the future as it looms ahead of Republican bill has? have as a direct result. us. And each time we pass one of these Mr. SPRATT. The gentleman is abso- Now, who got the tax cuts? This is by mammoth tax bills, we take another lutely correct. The Council on Eco- 20th percentile. The lowest 20 per- step down this road and it becomes all nomic Advisors put on their Web page centile got that little bit, here is the the more irreversible for us, and that is their estimate of what the President’s middle 20 percent, and here is the upper our concern. proposal would do and the methodology 20 percent. Right at about 50 percent is

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Each administration, all the way Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, think we ought to suggest that if we through. Then they had 21⁄2 million jobs this chart shows, and we can hardly are this far in the red already, we lost. see, compared to what the millionaires ought to be talking about something Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, will the get, we can hardly see the benefit we other than additional tax cuts. We use gentleman suspend just a minute? That get if we are in the $50,000 to $75,000 or the adage around here that if we find is the chart I was looking for just a less range. This chart shows what we ourselves in a hole, the first thing we minute ago. The gentleman had it. I would get. ought to do is stop digging. am glad to see it. Mr. DAVIS of Florida. The tax cut This chart is actually somewhat out The two tall bars right there beside that the gentleman from South Caro- of date, because on the more recent the bar below the X axis are Clinton lina (Mr. SPRATT) referred to, for which numbers there is more red ink down administration job gains. Is that cor- there was a bipartisan consensus, was a here than this chart shows. The present rect? tax cut that evenly spread the benefits situation is actually worse. Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. This is the out and provided a true stimulus. The But as the gentleman has suggested, first Clinton administration and this is tax cut that was passed on an ex- they concocted a plan that they call the second Clinton administration. tremely partisan basis, only 5 percent $350 billion because they would pass a Mr. SPRATT. What are the numbers of it will take effect immediately as a tax cut, but then in a couple of years there? stimulus, and the rest results in this they would what is called sunset it; Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Over 10 mil- exploding difference the gentleman is that is, stop the tax cut and revert lion jobs created each 4-year term. describing. back to present law. Everyone expects Mr. SPRATT. What is the number Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. The reason that when you get to that point in we are not creating many jobs is that below the line so far for the Bush—— time, that instead of a sunset we will by the time we have run up all the def- Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Minus 21⁄2 have a sunrise, and continue the tax icit and we are worse off than we start- million so far and dropping. We ought cut into the future. not refer to September 11, because this ed, it is because the tax cut was not If we assume, as everyone does, that chart going back to the Truman ad- targeted to those who will actually the tax cuts will be eventually made spend it. It was not targeted and the ministration includes the Korean War, permanent, it is not just $350 billion spending was not done in such a way the Vietnam War, the beginning and but approximately $1 trillion, three that it would actually stimulate the end of both of those wars, the Cold times bigger, particularly if we add on economy. It would just help those in War, hostages in Iran, the first Persian the interest and other fixes that have the upper-income brackets. Gulf war. All through that period of There were a number of other alter- to be made when we have those kinds time, coming and going, through every- native ways of stimulating the econ- of tax cuts. thing that has happened in the economy. The gentleman from South Caro- Mr. DAVIS of Florida. In my home omy, jobs were created. Not after we State, Florida, the historically low in- lina (Mr. SPRATT) indicated if we con- passed this trillion-dollar tax cut. tinue the unemployment benefits, terest rates have contributed to pros- I just want to point out, again, who those people what are used to a pay- perity for so many more than any tax benefited, because obviously people did check, no longer having a paycheck, cut I have ever heard promised in not get jobs as a result. This is by in- will spend that money before the check Washington. come. We will see $10,000, $10,000 to clears. As soon as they get the check, What has Chairman Alan Greenspan $20,000, $20,000 to $30,000, and $30,000 to they will deposit it and the money will said in front of the Committee on the $40,000. We begin to see a little benefit be spent. They have overdue bills and Budget about the impact on low inter- here at $75,000 to $100,000, but those they have things they have to buy. It is est rates and student loans and credit who are making over $1 million are off the only income they have. They will card debts and mortgages if we con- the chart. spend that money. tinue with this level of deficits? Now, we should not be surprised that If we give a few thousand to a mil- Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. He has said we did not create jobs. This is a study lionaire, if they wanted a television on numerous times that if we run up by the Joint Committee on Taxation, they would have bought a television. If significant deficits and increased debt with a Republican majority, on how they wanted a car, they would have that it will eventually have an effect many jobs would be created if we bought a car already. They are much on interest rates. It will increase inter- passed this plan. We will see that there less likely to spend the money and help est rates. For a person with a mort- is a short-term spike in jobs, but right stimulate the economy. gage, car loans, and credit cards, every after that, at best we will end up where One study was done on the dividend time we increase interest rates we have we started. Most of the models show we tax decrease; that for every dollar we taken money out of their pockets. will end up with fewer jobs had we done lose in tax revenue, the economy is As we look at this, we just have to nothing at all. stimulated by 7 cents. Every dollar we wonder how bad does it have to get be- Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, put into unemployment compensation, fore we notice that something is not will the gentleman yield? the economy is stimulated $1.73. So if right. As I indicated, we are not cre- Mr. SPRATT. I yield to the gen- our goal is to stimulate the economy ating jobs. The Joint Committee on tleman from Florida. so everyone can benefit, there are Taxation shows that in several years Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, other things we can do other than re- after we have passed this thing, as a di- the proponents of the tax cut have jus- duce the taxes on dividends, capital rect result, we will have fewer jobs tified the remarkable difference in ben- gains, and for those in the upper in- than if we had done nothing. efits by the job growth that is not pre- come. Now, running up debt has con- dicted by the charts the gentleman just Mr. DAVIS of Florida. A lot of citi- sequences. Even if we do not pay the showed. So I think it is important to zens and taxpayers from my home in debt off, we have to pay interest on the go back and talk about the disparity. Florida are confused about this tax national debt. Under the Clinton ad- As I understand it, if the gentleman cut. They have said to me, at a min- ministration we left a surplus that was or I were to make $1 million, and cer- imum, tell us the truth. It has been de- in the process, by all projections, of tainly we, like every American, dream scribed as a $350 billion tax cut. On paying off the entire national debt, of achieving that level of wealth some that basis, the proponents of the tax debt held by the public, by 2008; and by day, we will receive an average tax cut cut have said that we are taking a re- 2013 or so, pay off the entire national of about $95,000 under this tax cut. So sponsible approach to the deficit. debt. So as this green bar shows, the

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The economy, partly because we were pay- a big number, in perspective, I have put ranking member on the Committee on ing off our debt for the first time in in blue the defense budget. We are the Budget, the gentleman from South years, adding to the pool of capital in going to be paying, instead of zero in- Carolina (Mr. SPRATT), has been telling this country, driving down interest terest on the national debt, almost as us for a very long time that we need to rates and the economy prospered like much in interest on the national debt keep an eye on the bottom line with never before to the point where we got as we are paying on defense. the spending and the revenue streams to a $236 billion surplus. It is a matter Now, we can make it personal and di- and try to maintain some balance. of record. It is hard to believe now be- vide the interest on the national debt The question I have for both of the cause it was just 3 short years ago, but by the population, multiply it by 4, so gentlemen here is that it was such a re- that is where we were when President we have the family of four’s portion of markable turnaround during the dec- Bush came to office. the national debt, interest on the na- ade of the 1990s, unfortunately, we do Now, we do not have those rules that tional debt, just interest. Right now it not have another decade like that to limited the growth of entitlements be- is about $4,500. We are paying a family prepare for the onset of the baby boom fore the so-called PAYGO rule. We do of four’s proportionate share of inter- generation’s retirement; but were there not have the PAYGO rule that says for est on the national debt, and it is grow- some fiscal tools available during the every tax cut it has to be deficit neu- ing by 2013 to $8,500. 1990s that no longer exist today, that tral. It cannot impact the bottom line. Now, the difficulty, the challenging we should consider putting back in You have to have offsetting spending thing about this is when we consider place in order to develop some fiscal cuts or offsetting revenue increases. that chart and the Social Security cash discipline and some fiscal responsi- We do not have the ceiling on discre- flow, we are running about a $100 bil- bility in this House again before it is tionary spending anymore. None of lion surplus in Social Security; but too late? those rules that we put in place in 1993 soon, by 2017, we will be running a sig- Mr. SPRATT. In 1990, when the first and 1997 with the balanced budget agreement any longer applied. We have nificant deficit. President Bush was in office, we pre- vailed upon him to sit down and nego- a budget in free fall, an ad hoc budget. 2145 b tiate with us a 5-year budget, a so- Mr. KIND. I think the gentleman As the interest on the national debt called budget summit deficit reduction makes a very important point. The is increasing, how are we going to pay plan. The negotiations went on for 4, 5, PAYGO did require fiscal discipline be- the Social Security for the baby 6 months at Andrews Air Force Base; cause for any proposed increase in dis- boomers on out? and they culminated in a budget agree- cretionary funding, there had to be an Now, the egregious thing about the ment which, frankly, only about 60 Re- offset in the entitlement in order to maintain balance. And it put the Na- tax cut is if you look at this chal- publicans voted for the first time it hit tion in a position where there was a lenging chart and wonder how we can the House floor, failed then because true lockbox on Social Security and possibly pay Social Security in the fu- there was no support there for it. It Medicare trust funds, where the money ture, we did some calculations and was modified and passed by the House was not being robbed to pay for other found that if, instead of the tax cut mainly with Democratic votes. It was aspects of Federal spending which has given to the top 1 percent, if that eclipsed by the recession. amount of money had been allocated to It was an important piece of work be- gone out the window again in 2 short years. They have taken all the money the Social Security trust funds, that cause it established a ceiling for discre- out of the Social Security and Medi- would have been enough money to have tionary spending, that is the money we care trust fund to pay for these tax paid Social Security benefits for 75 appropriate every year in 13 different cuts or to pay for other spending pro- years without any reduction in bene- appropriation bills. It also took on the grams when we should be downloading fits. We had a choice: make Social Se- Medicare entitlements, Medicare and our debt in anticipation of this massive curity solvent for 75 years or a tax cut Medicaid; and it addressed revenues. It for the upper 1 percent. And this House retirement boom. increased revenues; and, of course, that One final point on the tax cut that and Senate passed a tax cut for the caused Mr. Bush a lot of trouble in his was recently enacted into law, there upper 1 percent and left Social Secu- own party. was a lot of fanfare and Rose Garden rity who knows where. In 1993 when Mr. Clinton came to the ceremony, naturally, for the tax cut Mr. KIND. It is one of my chief con- White House, because the results of that the President signed. But what did cerns as a member of the Committee on that had been aggravated by recession, not receive as much attention was the the Budget, as a Member of this House, it was not evident; but he proposed a day before, unceremoniously and very the fact that the fiscal decisions being second 5-year plan that would have quietly, within 20 seconds, the Presi- made today, if carried out the way we taken us until about 197. That plan was dent also signed an increase in the debt have intended is going to set up future designed to cut the deficit by a bit ceiling by a trillion dollars. generations for failure. As a member of more than half. Once again, it extended Mr. SPRATT. $984 billion. the Committee on the Budget, I do be- a ceiling on discretionary spending. It Mr. KIND. That is over next year lieve deficits matter. As a father of two actually cut the rate of growth in some alone. little boys back home, I do believe defi- of the health care entitlements, and it Just to put this in context, the entire cits matter. At a time when we should raised revenues. The revenue increases national debt in 1980 for the preceding be investing in our children’s and went largely to upper tax bracket tax- 200 years was roughly $900 billion, and grandchildren’s future, we are bor- payers. And as it so happened, the they are proposing to have a $1 trillion rowing against their future. boom of the 1990s resounded more to increase in the debt ceiling in 1 year This is happening at exactly the their benefit than any other income alone. This was not economic stimulus worst moment in our Nation’s history, class; and so they paid more taxes. that he signed into law. It was major when we have 80 million of the so- Capital gains taxes went up from $40 structural tax reform, and it should be called baby boomers all marching in billion a year in 1995 to $120 billion, by referred to as such. And no less an ex- lockstep to their retirement, which a factor of three, over a period of 5 pert on capital accumulation in this will start in a few short years; and we years. Nation and the world, Warren Buffett are digging this fiscal hole deeper and We finally got that budget passed has also weighed into decrying this tax deeper and deeper at a time when the here by one vote, the Vice President’s cut. He says there is something fun- next generation will be taking over the vote in the Senate. Everyone said it damentally unfair with a tax cut pro- reins of leadership. We will be setting would cut the economy off at its knees. posal which will reduce his marginal

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.055 H09PT1 H5074 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 tax rate, Warren Buffett, who is worth Mr. SPRATT. Of course they do pay a work for working families and for all about $55 billion, will reduce his tax payroll tax on their gross earnings, not Americans throughout the country so rate to roughly 5 percent when the re- on net earnings, on gross earnings up we can stimulate economic activity ceptionist in his own office has a mar- to a ceiling of about $86,000. And for and create jobs again. That is what we ginal tax rate of 30 percent. Even War- the lower- and moderate-income peo- need to do rather than pursuing an ren Buffet says that is not fair; that is ple, that payroll tax which essentially idealogical agenda that has a poor not the values that reflects our great is about 16 percent when you include track record during the 1980s, the first Nation. But that is what this tax cut the employer’s share is a big percent- part of the 1990s, and now it is deja voo- was about. A major restructuring of age of their income. doo economics all over again here in the Tax Code, who is going to pay and Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Now, do they the new century. And that is really the who is going to be left on the hook. pay a sales tax? task that lies before us today. But un- And, unfortunately, again, no less an Mr. SPRATT. Of course they pay a fortunately, there is an unwillingness expert on capital accumulation than sales tax. They pay property taxes on with the administration and leadership Warren Buffett, he says it does not fly the homes they own, on the cars they of Congress to admit that things are and it is very troubling. drive, all of these taxes they pay; and not working. Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. I was just we are trying to give them some tax re- Most reasonable and logical people, going to ask the ranking member, lief, because let us face it, they need it when they find themselves in a hole, since we have run out of the surplus more than anybody else. stop digging. Ideological extremists and Social Security, Medicare and Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. The sugges- ask for a bigger shovel. And later this other surplus, as you pass a tax cut, tion was that we would just pick one year, as true as we are standing in this how is it funded if it is not under the tax, the income tax, and only those well today, there is going to be another PAYGO rules? that paid, there are other taxes that a trillion dollar tax cut proposal coming Mr. SPRATT. How is the tax cut lot of people do not pay; a lot of people before this body with everything in- funded? It was not funded at all. It sim- do not pay estate taxes. What portion cluding the kitchen sink involved in it. ply goes straight to the bottom line. of the people have estates when they They are just clinging to this mantra Something very significant happened die over $1 million? that tax cuts solve all the problems this year. This year when the Office of Mr. SPRATT. No more than 1 to 2 that this country is facing, when, in Management and Budget sent us the percent of all estates. fact, the record belies that and it is President’s budget, they sent with it an Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. So if we focus very troubling. analysis and a forecast which said, the all of our tax relief on that, it would 2200 surplus we have projected in the year not surprise anybody that it would not b 2001, for 2002 through 2011, that 10-year be broadly based. It would just be Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. We just want surplus we projected back then, was aimed at the 1 or 2 percent. So it does to remind people who asked what our $5.637 trillion over 10 years. We made a not make much sense to complain that plan is, our plan is the green. If we had mistake, said OMB. if we are trying to give tax relief to ev- our ways, we would be running up back Looking at the economy as we see it eryone, particularly when we are also into surplus with the stock market and understanding it today, according trying to stimulate the economy, that high, unemployment low. This is what to OMB, the true surplus today for that we would give tax relief, however we we would do if we had the choice. same time period, 2002 through 2011, is can, to everyone, particularly those Unfortunately, this is where we are really about $2.492 trillion. We were off that might actually spend the money because of all the deficit spending and by that much, $3.2 trillion. and help stimulate the economy. the tax cuts which basically went to They went on to say that of that $2.4 Mr. SPRATT. Exactly. That is the the wealthiest Americans. trillion, $2.5 trillion, more than that complete and full point, namely, that Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, will the amount, about 2.6, has already been we have got an economy with deficient gentleman yield? committed to tax cuts, spending in- demand. It is lagging. It is mired in a Mr. SPRATT. I yield to the gen- creases, national defense, homeland se- jobless recovery. And to get it up on its tleman from Tennessee. curity, and other things. Already com- feet and running, you have got to put Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, the gen- mitted. As a consequence, you start money in people’s pockets to spend so tleman makes a great point, talking the process this year with no surplus. that they can go buy things, work about the 12 million kids who are left So if you have additional tax cuts or down inventories, and get the economy out of the tax cut. Right now, as I un- additional spending, it will go straight running at full speed again. derstand it, this House is considering to the bottom line. There is no mitiga- Mr. KIND. That is really the point of whether to repair that mistake. The tion; no offset. It adds dollar for dollar tonight’s Special Order is what is going other body in the Senate has voted, I to the deficit. And what did Mr. Bush to get the economy back on track. think overwhelmingly, 94–2, to help the propose? He proposed $2 trillion, 1 tril- That is what all of America embraces. 12 million poor children. The question lion 990-something billion dollars in ad- We need to grow the economy, create before this House is whether we will ditional budget actions that would add jobs, stimulate investments. There is take action to correct the mistake, to that much to the deficit over the next nothing that solves problems better for help the 12 million kids who should 10 years. our Nation than a growing economy. have been covered by the tax bill. It is a matter of record; OMB ac- But the fact of the matter is over the Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. We have leg- knowledges it. So there was no PAYGO last 2 years, and the gentleman from islation pending in this body that rule, which in the past would have re- South Carolina (Mr. SPRATT) recited would do that. Interestingly enough, quired that all of these things be offset these stats, is we have lost 3 million that tax cut would be paid for under by some spending cut or revenue in- jobs in this economy. Two million of the standard that we had adopted help- crease. Instead, they proposed $2 tril- our citizens have gone from middle ing to create the green, that if you pass lion in additional budget actions, all of class back into poverty. During the a tax cut it ought to be paid for with it going to the bottom line and swell- 1990s when we had declining deficits other tax increases or spending cuts so ing eventually to a deficit in 10 years and surpluses, 8 million of our citizens that the tax cut does not add to the of about $4 trillion cumulative deficit went the other way, from poverty into deficit. And we close some loopholes over that period of time. middle class. We have had over a tril- and do other things that pay for the Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Now, we had lion dollars of corporate assets that tax cut that would give relief to those the previous speaker before our Special have been foreclosed upon over these in the $10- to $25,000 range. And people Order suggest that it was wrong to give last 2 years, one of slowest worker pro- have said that is close to the minimum income tax relief for those who do not ductivity rates in the last 30 years. wage. A full-time worker at minimum pay income tax. There are some that The economic policies are not work- wage makes about $10,000. have lower income that do not pay ining. And that is what we need to do is So when you get up to 25, you are 21⁄2 come taxes, but I was wondering if get together in a bipartisan fashion times the minimum wage. So it is just they paid a payroll tax. and figure out a plan that is going to not the bottom of the scale. You have

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Mr. Speaker, we have Treasury or at least assert their de- a wonderful thing actually to hear talked about the economy. We have mands for benefits which they had been Democrats say things like we need a talked about fiscal policy and budget promised and draw down their benefits. tax cut. I am sure they almost have to propriety. The Treasury would be in a more sol- gag when they say it, but the reality is We have not talked about the moral vent situation than it has been in since we need a tax cut. It is just not the one question of intergenerational burdens. the Second World War. that you guys proposed. You guys pro- That is a fancy way of saying what we Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. During the posed a tax cut for the rich and all this are doing here, if we continue down the Presidential campaign, everyone had and other stuff, but what is even more path we are on right now, stacking agreed that you would have a lockbox; fascinating about this, Mr. Speaker, is debt on top of debt, building $4 trillion you would not touch the Social Secu- that we all know, there is not a single in deficits and debt over the next 10 rity money that was supposed to be for person in this body who thinks, and years, is take the tab of these tax cuts, Social Security, and Medicare money perhaps I hope very few people in the the defense build-up and everything collected for Medicare should be re- listening audience in America who else that we are doing now but not served for Medicare. Instead, we passed think, that there would be any tax cut fully paying for, and leaving it to our a $1 trillion tax cut and dipped into proposal from the other side tonight or children. We are leaving them a legacy that spending, into great deficit. any other time had not we proposed of debt. Mr. SPRATT. More than dipped into one first. On top of the responsibility of main- it. For every year that we forecast, all Does anybody really believe that if taining and sustaining the Social Secu- 10 years to get to the right-hand edge the other party were in charge of the rity program, which is underfunded and of the paper, cannot see anymore, we Congress of the United States or the will be significantly underfunded with will fully expend the Social Security White House that there would be any 77 million baby boomers, doubling the surplus, fully draw it down and spend it sort of tax cut proposal we would be de- number of beneficiaries in a matter of for non-Social Security purposes. bating? Does anybody really think for a few years; Medicare, same situation, Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. You wonder a second that there would have been the same increase in benefits that is how you could pay the Social Security something that the Democrats would looming in the future; they will have challenge that is shown on this chart, have said we need a tax cut, because to sustain both of those promises, both because instead of a nice surplus that those words do not emanate freely and of those programs, the benefits prom- we have been spending, we are going to easily from our friends on the other ise. And on top of that, if that were not have to actually come up with even side. They are prompted, they are enough, we are telling our children, the more money. At the same time, the in- urged and they come with great dif- next generation, that they are going to terest on the national debt is increas- ficulty; and so they say, well, okay, we have to bear as much as $12 trillion in ing. We are going to have to come up have a tax cut, we want a tax cut, but gross statutory debt subject to limit. with more cash to pay this. And the in reality, it is not the one that you It is just totally immoral, not just tax cut, the amount of money that guys have proposed. bad fiscal policy, not just bad economic went to the top 1 percent in 2001, not We will take a tax cut anytime, any- policy. It is immoral and the wrong 2003, 2001, that tax cut to the upper 1 place, anywhere. A tax cut is essen- thing for us to do to our children and percent only would have been sufficient tially and generally a good thing. Hav- their children. to cover all of this red ink, for 75 years, ing people pay less of their hard-earned Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. When we no reduction in benefits. money for the task of expanded govern- spend without paying for it, we run up Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, if I can ment is a good thing, I think, and so debt and you have to pay interest on reclaim my time, we are about to be the fact that we would have even got- the national debt. This is a family of gaveled down. Basically what we have ten the Democrats into the position of four’s portion of interest on the na- said tonight is we are not opposed to a debating what their tax cut policy tional debt. It is going up year after tax cut. We have proposed them before. would be is a great, great boon for year after year. We will propose them again. We recog- America. It is a great thing for all of us When President Clinton left office, nize they can stimulate the economy if to have them try to stand up and de- the projection was at that time if you they are directed in the right manner. fend a tax cut policy that they would did not take any action the interest on But we are deeply concerned about never have put in place in a million the national debt, just maintain serv- deficits and debt, and of course, we are years. No one thinks it, no one believes ices, kept the Tax Code as it is, inter- primed for stacking deficits upon defi- it, no one has the slightest idea that est on the national debt by 2013 would cits and building the debt ever bigger that would have come out of the Demo- be zero. Instead, a family of four’s por- every year. We simply do not believe cratic Party had they been in charge of tion of the national debt would be that is the right prescription for our the Congress of the United States. $8,500 and rising. At the same time, the economic future. That is part of who we are and what we are all about is reducing the cost of Social Security Trust Fund would stop f running the surplus that we have been government to the people of this coun- spending and turned into a significant IMMIGRATION REFORM try; and so they think, well, we have to deficit. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. figure out a way to attack that. We Mr. SPRATT. The gentleman made a FEENEY). Under the Speaker’s an- have to attack the President. We have very significant point a minute ago, nounced policy of January 7, 2003, the to attack the Party, the Republican namely, in 2001, we stood at the fork of gentleman from Colorado (Mr. Party, for doing this. How do we do it? the road. Prior to Mr. Bush coming to TANCREDO) is recognized for half the I know. Let us drag up all of those office, we were on the cusp of adopting time until midnight, approximately things that we have used, time after a very conservative economic policy 561⁄2 minutes. time after time, somewhat success- which would have called upon us to for- Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, it has fully. Let us always say that it is the swear ever again spending anything in been very elucidating listening to the rich guys that the Republicans are giv- the Medicare or Social Security Trust folks who have such concerns about the ing a break to and it is the poor that Funds except for those benefits, and possibility of a tax cut going to people are not getting their due rewards, and using the funds in the meantime solely that think they deserve it, and al- maybe they will buy it this time, or I to buy up outstanding debt, not newly though it is not the topic of my discus- should say maybe they will still buy it. issued debt, but outstanding debt so sion tonight or my presentation, I still Maybe we can still get the people who

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.059 H09PT1 H5076 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 believe that, in fact, people should not to make sure I could get on that team, tunities, especially for millions of be, that people do not, in fact, earn and therefore participate, and want the Americans. I believe that. But there is what they attain through the labor and government to make sure that I am something else, Mr. Speaker, that the sweat of their brow, and that some- able to make baskets the same way as could be done and that no one, not our how or other everyone in this race of any other member of that team, it does side, not their side, no one wants to life should end up at the finish line at not work that way. talk about, and that is the number of the same time. So I think our position is right. I jobs that would be created if we en- I used to teach ninth grade social think that in fact in the race of life, forced our immigration laws. That is studies at Jefferson County Drake Jun- the government has relatively few re- all. Just that. Not even impose new im- ior High, and one time one of my stu- sponsibilities, and that the most immigration laws or try to deal with the dents asked about the difference be- portant one is to make sure that the fact that we have got crossing our bor- tween conservatives and liberals and gates open up exactly at the same time ders every day literally thousands and how I would describe that. I said, I am and there are no obstacles in the track thousands of people coming, low- a conservative and I want you to take and that whoever ends up at the finish skilled people who are seeking jobs in that into consideration when I tell you line, some win and some do not, and America and getting them by employ- how I think about that. I said, this is there are a hundred different races. We ers who are using these folks and, in the way I really do envision our divi- all are better at some things than oth- fact, abusing them in many ways. sion in our country between these two ers. It is not just where you race. We But if we just enforced the laws on major philosophies of the Republicans all accomplish certain things that we the books, and surprising as it may be, generally and Democrats generally. Re- can do better than other people, and it is against the law to hire someone publicans are generally conservative. that is, again, the way of life. who is here illegally. Now, who does Democrats are generally liberal. Not not know somebody who may be or b 2215 all, of course; differences on both sides. probably is hiring somebody or is in But for the most part, you can say this: We have to accept that. But our fact working for somebody in violation that if you look at life as a race, and friends on the other side of the aisle of that law. We all do. We all have an- start at birth, and the finish line is keep suggesting that somehow or other ecdotal references we make to in- death, and a lot of things can happen we have to say that in fact all people stances where somebody may be here to you in between time, and you are will end up at the finish line at the working and they may be here ille- trying to accomplish certain goals as same time, and that is a winning sort gally. We all know that. you move through life, that for the of political proposal. People will re- Now the first thing we usually hear most part a liberal would say that ev- spond, especially those who know they when we raise the question is the ques- eryone has to end up at the finish line cannot make it to the finish line will tion of real-world impact on American at the same time. That is the impor- say, yes, we should have the govern- jobs and employment, and that these tant role of government, to make sure ment stop everybody else until I get millions of illegal immigrants take that everyone ends up at the finish line there. But in the total scheme of only the jobs that Americans do not at the same time, that there are no things, I do not think that will be the want to do. That is a mantra. We have winners and there are no losers; every- best for the country. I hope America to have people here from all over the body gets there at the same time. understands when we start talking world taking jobs because in fact there That is an idealistic approach and about tax cuts and who should get are a few jobs that Americans will not idealistic thought and philosophy. And them and who should not, the reality is do, and we need all these folks to do remember, I am trying to explain this that if the Democrats were in charge of the hard stuff. to ninth graders. I said, then, on the this place, there would be no tax cuts, I am sure Members have heard that other hand, you have conservatives I there would be tax increases because refrain many, many times. If it were think are saying if the government has that is the way they run government. true, the other problems brought about any role at all, it makes sure the gate That is the way they ran it for 40 by illegal immigration would still re- opens up exactly at the same time and years. That is why we are in power, and main, but we would not be worried everybody has the same opportunity, they are not. about the loss of jobs or an adverse im- and if government has any role at all, Now I want to get on to the issue pact on wage rates. But is it true that it is to make sure there are no obsta- that I wanted to address tonight, and illegal immigrants are taking jobs that cles in the way, but no one is going to that of course revolves around the no one else would take, no American make sure you end up at the finish line issue of immigration and immigration citizen? I believe that the weight of the at the same time because if you do reform. Tonight I want to talk about a evidence is that it is not true. I believe that, of course, it is not a race. Pretty couple of things. First of all, I want to there is ample evidence to the con- soon, if you do that, everybody walks talk about the impact of legal and ille- trary. I believe there is ample evidence because why should you run? It does gal immigration on American society that illegal immigrants are increas- not matter; we will all be at the finish in one particular area, the area of jobs. ingly taking jobs that American citi- line at the same time. A lot of the rhetoric we have heard on zens would do willingly if wage rates It is true, it can be portrayed as the floor and we will certainly hear for these jobs were not artificially sup- hard-hearted from a conservative over and over again revolves around pressed by the ready supply of cheap standpoint to say that government’s whether or not the tax cut package we labor from so-called undocumented responsibility is to simply make sure have just passed in this Congress and aliens. that the gates open on time and that signed by the President, whether or not Mr. Speaker, about 6 months ago from that point on make sure that that will create jobs because we all now, there was an article in the Denver there are no obstacles in the race, and know that is an important thing for paper, the Rocky Mountain News, and there will be losers, there will be win- the country and that is what we all it was interesting because it was a ners, and people will say how dare you, want. news article rather than a want ad; but how can you accept that? That is, the The creation of jobs, I do not know of it was a news article about a want ad government should not be in the posi- a single person in the Congress who and the article was about an ad that tion of accepting the idea that there would be opposed to it. Members recog- had been placed in the paper by a res- are winners and losers. That is the way nize it is an important thing for us all, taurant in Denver, a restaurant I have of life. and it will be the stimulus for America visited many times and know well, it is I wish I could be on an NBA team. I in terms of us getting on the road to called Luna Restaurant. It is in an area am not tall enough. I am not capable of economic recovery. where I grew up in north Denver. The it. There are a lot of things I cannot do Well, there are various ways to do article was interesting because it said as a result of some of the short- that; and I believe firmly that tax cuts Luna Restaurant puts an ad in the comings, literally and figuratively, do in fact create a stimulus that will paper for a $3-an-hour waiter. We all that I think I face. And so no matter improve the opportunity for many know that waiters and waitresses make how much I would like the government Americans and improve the job oppor- less than minimum wage because tips

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Mr. Speaker, maybe some of those Now, I want that debated in this Mr. Speaker, in this case it is not people, maybe a majority of those peo- House. I want Members to vote yea or good for America. I would challenge ple were here illegally and were willing nay to this concept. If you vote ‘‘yea,’’ my opponents on the other side of the to do jobs that no one else was willing you are for erasing the borders. You aisle and I would challenge my oppo- to do, but I do not believe that all 600 can make that case to your constitu- nents on this side of the aisle that mas- applicants were illegal immigrants. I ents. Try and make that case. Some of sive immigration today both legally believe a lot of them were American us will be able to do so. Some of us will and illegally is not good for America. citizens looking for a job. not be at all excited about that possi- Now, as I mentioned, the first con- It is undoubtedly and undeniably bility and will vote ‘‘no.’’ I will not sequence of ignoring the fact that peo- true that illegal aliens will work for vote for such a bill, of course. I am a ple come in illegally and break our lower wage rates than legal immi- ‘‘no’’ vote because I do not believe it is laws is that is the wrong way to start grants or American citizens. They do good for America. I will tell Members I off your citizenship in the United so because the wage is higher than am a ‘‘no’’ vote on the issue of elimi- States. Of course it is not citizenship, they would earn back in Mexico, Gua- nating borders. I believe it goes to the your residency in the United States. temala, or other poorer nations. We all very basic, to the heart of what we call b 2230 understand this, and most Americans our country, to the heart of national sympathize with their plight. We can sovereignty. I will make the case as The second consequence of this law- admire people willing to travel thou- strongly as I can against any sort of breaking behavior, the consequence of sands of miles and evade the U.S. Bor- bill that would in fact invalidate the entering our country illegally, is that der Patrol to get to Chicago or Phila- borders. But that is exactly what we they also enter our labor market ille- delphia or Seattle in order to better are doing, Mr. Speaker, every single gally. It is this consequence that I wish their lives economically. There is noth- day. to talk about this evening. That is the problem. It is happening, ing wrong with that goal in and of I want to ask you to consider, Mr. our opponents, the people who want itself, and we can respect it because it Speaker, some aspects of this under- the elimination of borders, know they is the goal that was in front of all of ground labor market that is not get- can accomplish their goal by pre- our grandparents or great grandparents ting much attention or discussion in tending that they support national sov- or however long ago our family herit- the press and not much attention by ereignty and national security. They age established roots here in the this body or policymakers in general. can stand up and suggest that all day In the first place, with the possible ex- United States. long. They do not want to vote on this But there are several things wrong ception of a few agricultural jobs, it is idea of whether or not we should erase with the consequences of that behav- simply not true that Americans will our borders because in their heart of ior; and they need to be discussed even not do certain jobs because of their low hearts many people want to, and many though it is not popular to do so, even status or because they involve hard times they want to for political rea- though people get very antsy when you labor. We have done these jobs sons. They know that people coming bring this up. They sort of go, oh, gosh, throughout our history and well into into this country as immigrants tend he is going to start talking about im- the second half of the 20th century. to vote for one party over the other. Mechanization of agriculture over the migration again. I do not like dealing They tend to vote for the Democrats. with that because people might think I past 100 years has led to a diminishing The other side of the aisle knows that. need for farm labor and our food is the am a racist or a xenophobe, so let us Again, this is not brain surgery we least expensive in the world because of not talk about. Well, it needs to be are dealing with here. It is politics 101. this. This trend was well established talked about. How do they gain supporters, espe- long before agricultural interests start- First of all, one of the consequences cially when their side is losing? Where of the behavior is that people are en- do they look? If the majority of Ameri- ed relying on migrant labor and becom- tering our country illegally, and the cans are now turning to the Republican ing more and more dependent on illegal habit of breaking one law for economic Party or becoming more conservative migrant labor. Fewer and fewer Ameri- benefit often creates a disregard for and expressing that, where do the cans were needed to harvest our crops law and a willingness to violate other Democrats look for people who will and there was an adequate supply of in- laws for personal benefit. And the more support their efforts? Where do they digenous labor in the vast majority of we choose to ignore it, the more we look for people who support their ef- cases. Harvesting peaches and toma- pretend that it is a law that we can forts, for greater welfare and expanded toes and strawberries is indeed very wink at, a law that, gee, I know it is a government? They go to the immigrant hard work. Mechanization has taken law, but, and I have heard that 100 class coming into the United States. over in many crops but there is still a times. If it is a law, but, if it is a law So it is not unusual, it is not illogi- need for some amount of seasonal phys- that does not have importance, if it is cal, it is not crazy for us to deal with ical labor in some sectors of agri- a law that is not meaningful, then I it in that way, for political parties to culture. Does this require 8 or 10 or 13 urge this body to do what it should do. look at it that way. So our friends on million illegal immigrants? I do not Mr. Speaker, if there are laws in the the other side of the aisle see massive think so. books in America that are no longer immigration and say, I do not care There is another aspect of this that valid and meaningful, repeal them. I whether they are coming here legally is very important to understand, Mr. urge this body to actually address this or not. They eventually become my Speaker, and, that is, when we allow issue head on and bring a bill forward voters, so I am for it. So I am going to massive immigration of low-skilled, in this body that says we will repeal all on the one side of my mouth I am low-wage workers, we have a tendency, laws regarding immigration. We will going to suggest that we need national therefore, to screw around with the essentially erase our borders. We will security, everybody should come in le- market in a way. What we do is actu- eliminate the Border Patrol, close the gally, wink, wink. On the other side I ally delay the implementation of the stations, the ports of entry because am going to say we need your help, we use of technology to accomplish cer- after all, we cannot control it. And if need your labor, and vote for me when tain goals. Specifically I remember people want to come to the United you get here, whether you do so legally when we used to have a bracero pro- States, for the most benign or most or not. gram in the United States. That was a wonderful reasons, the reasons that we On our side of the aisle, on the Re- program that allowed migrant workers, can all applaud, let them come. Why publican side of the aisle, we have mostly from Mexico, to come in and do

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We have that ready supply of do something because they kept say- order to reduce the cost of labor, fine, cheap labor because we have an open ing, it is impossible for us to actually let us tell America that is where we border policy. do our job. We cannot possibly grow to- stand. Let us have a bill that actually Once again, maybe you can make matoes, we cannot harvest tomatoes, eliminates the borders, allows people this case, Mr. Speaker. Maybe it is without the help of this kind of labor. to come at their desire, not in response something that all Americans will So we ended up in a situation where we to our need. Let us do that. Let us let agree with. Maybe our friends on the went ahead and eliminated this bracero Americans know how you feel about other side of the aisle and my col- program. And what happened? Did to- this. Unfortunately, I do not think we leagues on this side will in their heart mato growers go out of business as are going to get that bill in this session of hearts say, yes, it is true that we they said they would? No. They were or the next session, because I have have to keep people in very low-wage forced to actually invest in technology, never seen it introduced by anybody on situations because it is good for the to invest in different kinds of tech- either side of the aisle. economy. I just want them to make nology and actually develop some sort And so when the other side of the that case to their constituents, that is of mechanized approach to doing the aisle, the Democrats, talk about job all. That is all that I ask. I want them labor that had been done heretofore by creation and the need to protect work- to tell the people who are struggling in individuals. So today tomato growers ers in America, I find it always fas- those low-wage jobs that they are there in the United States are far more pro- cinating that they never ever want to and they are going to be there for a ductive than they ever were before talk about the thing that would pro- long time, and there is no real opportunity for advancement because open when they relied solely on individuals tect American workers to a very large borders will keep wage rates low and, picking tomatoes. Now they can do it extent, and that is to actually control therefore, the economy moving. with machines, now they can do it our own borders and to allow people into this country based upon our needs Do we need an open borders policy? more cost effectively, and they are Not to help our economy, which would more productive in the process. and to determine what those are. If they are, in fact, needs that can only adjust and prosper without the supply So when we import massive numbers of cheap labor, just as I mentioned ear- be filled by low-skilled, low-wage work- of illegal workers into this country, or lier in what I described about what ers, fine. If that is it, fine. If in reality, even legal workers who are low-skilled, happened in the tomato growing indus- quote, no American wants to do these low-wage workers, we need to actually try. It is interesting how business does jobs, then, yeah, they are open to any- again get involved and kind of skew adjust and how the economy does in body who wants to come in and work the marketplace. We mess up the proc- fact relate to these things called labor hard and accomplish their life’s goals. ess that should lead to a development shortages. We would adjust and we What about the jobs in other areas, of greater use of technology and pro- would prosper without the supply of the so-called low-status jobs that now ductivity. To the extent that American cheap labor. But because it benefits employ illegal aliens? What about res- workers cannot be found for some sea- Mexico and maintains good relations taurants and car washes and leaf blow- sonal agricultural jobs, that need can with the Mexican Government and be- ers and gardeners and carpet installers be met by a new guest worker program. cause it benefits the cheap labor advo- and hotel and motel housekeeping I intend to introduce legislation to ac- cates in the Congress of the United staff? These are a few of the typical complish that goal very soon. A well- States and the political advantage that jobs we are told that cannot be filled designed and properly managed guest our friends in the Democratic Party worker program would allow migrant except by illegal aliens who will work get because of massive immigration, workers to come into this country le- for less money than legal workers or we will continue the program. If these gally, work as long as they are needed citizens. But should we stop and think workers were not available, if we did in jobs that are certified as requiring about the statement they will work for not maintain an open border policy, foreign nationals and then return to less money, because that is really what our economy would adjust and we their homes. That is the important we should add to the first part of the would continue to be the most pros- part we ought to remember about guest statement. There are jobs Americans perous Nation in the world. The few worker. Guest worker is a program will not do, at least for the money companies that must have such low- that allows people to come into the someone is willing to pay them to do wage workers in order to compete in country for a period of time, do a spe- it. It is true, but it is half a truth and the marketplace will move their plants cific job, and return to their country of hides a deeper reality. The illegal to the source of the labor. But our his- origin. That is a guest worker program. aliens will indeed work for less money tory teaches that most employers will On the other side, you can have people because they can, because they come not do this. Denied a source of below- come into the country and begin the from a culture where $6 an hour is market cheap labor, employers will process of becoming a citizen of the more than a living wage, and that fam- generally not move their operations. United States; that is called immigra- ily members often pool their incomes Instead, they do one of two things. tion. Two different things. and share living quarters. This is to They will either mechanize their oper- We are right now by far the most lib- their credit. I do not mean to demean ations, as agriculture has in fact done eral Nation on the planet in terms of their efforts. They are doing exactly steadily over the past 150 years, or they who we let come into the country le- what my grandparents did and our will raise their wages to attract Amer- gally, 1 million, 1.5 million every year. great grandparents or however long ican workers or legal workers. We are also, of course, the most liberal ago our individual families ended up in Actually there is another part to Nation in the world in terms of who we this country. Most of them came for this. We will increase productivity. let come into the country illegally, 1 the same reason. I do not for a moment That is what we have done. Because in million, 1.5 million people every year, mean to demean that particular goal. reality, no matter how much we talk that we turn a blind eye to. We do so But it is only half the story and the about the need for open borders, it is for the reasons I mentioned earlier, po- half that everyone sees and under- very difficult to compete in a world in litical advantage for the Democrats, a stands. The other half is that American which, today especially, you can move business interest for the Republicans. workers used to do these jobs before work to worker anyplace in the world. And so we ignore the law. the supply of cheap foreign labor drove So how does American labor compete? Once again I go back and say to my down wage rates relative to the rest of It is not, frankly, with just the impor- colleagues on both sides of the aisle, if the economy. In other words, the con- tation of cheap labor; it is with the de- you want to accomplish your goals and ventional wisdom has the story exactly velopment and the continual increase

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To of work for a year or year and a half in would they be better off as a result? cite one of the most obvious examples, the high-tech industry. He now works a Would the quality of our life go up, or if restaurants in New York City and little bit for us, and at nighttime would it be diminished? If it would in- San Francisco and Dallas could not drives a limousine to keep a roof over crease, let us do it. Let us pass the bill. employ these illegal immigrants as his head and food on the table. If you Let us put it on the floor; let us debate their dishwashers and busboys and ask him, you know, when you were a it. To the extent you can make the valet parking attendants, they would high-tech worker and in this very high case to the American public that the be forced to pay slightly higher wages position in this industry that you were United States should be open to every to legal workers. Would they all go out involved in, would you believe that you single person in every single country of business? No, they would not. I re- would be driving a limousine at night who wants to come here, then let us do spectfully submit that it would not be picking people up and taking them to it. the airport, he would said no; but it a calamity for our economy to have to The thing I just hate, the thing that does not matter, because that is what I pay a price for a prime rib dinner that I rail against, is the idea that we are need to do. That is what I have to do would move from like $16 to $16.50, and going to actually accomplish that goal, today. the price of delivery of pizza to go up 50 but we are going to sneak it through. percent, if the car wash goes up from That is the case for millions of Amer- We are not going to tell Americans $12 to $13, if the price of a Motel 6 room icans. They are looking for ways to that is what we want, that is the goal increases from $34.95 in Lubbock to keep the roof over their heads and food we are trying to accomplish, to reduce $36.95. on the table. They will take jobs. They I recognize that this might be a dif- will take jobs, if available. everyone’s standard of living in order ficult adjustment for some people, but As I said, Mr. Speaker, the 600 people to accomplish this sort of idealistic lib- we have been through hardships that that applied for that $3-an-hour job at ertarian goal of having markets actu- we endured and we can endure this one. the Luna Restaurant as a waiter were ally determine all aspects of our soci- To offset these temporary adjustments not all illegal immigrants. I do not ety. Let us just say it. That is what I in our life-style, there would be many know how many, but I would guess 50 want from this Congress. That is what favorable things that would happen in percent were people who have lived I expect from my colleagues and the our economy if the supply of cheap here all their lives. They were Amer- President of the United States. I expect labor and illegal labor was cut off. The ican citizens, and they were looking for him to tell the truth about where we first thing we would notice is that our a job; and their chances of getting it are going, about what they want to ac- college students could in fact find sum- were diminished by the fact that so complish, because it is one or the mer jobs and part-time jobs year many people are here and working here other. We cannot have it both ways. Ei- around. Some of the 8 million unem- and living here illegally. ther you have unlimited massive immi- ployed Americans would find jobs in I want to reiterate, it is not a slam gration into the country, the elimi- the service industries at a higher wage against those people. They are doing nation of the borders, or you do not. than is now offered. As the job magnet what they need to do, what they want There is another very important di- disappears, the flow of illegal aliens to do, what they have to do to try to mension to this whole debate over ille- across our borders, now estimated at improve theirs lives. I totally under- gal workers, and it is a good news story 1.5 million a year, would stop. This stand and relate to that. I empathize when you really look into it and under- would have some very positive effects with them in every single way. I know stand it. I am thinking of the role that on our economy. Hospitals, law en- what my grandparents went through, millions of American workers play in forcement agencies, and public schools and I hear this a thousand times, that our Social Security trust fund and the all across the border States and in we are a Nation of immigrants and ev- actuaries for payout to tomorrow’s re- many of our bigger cities would notice erybody came here and worked hard. tirees. a diminished burden on their budgets. Mr. Speaker, this is a time when in One of the arguments frequently As a result, State and local govern- America we have to determine what heard in this Capitol is that the Nation ments all across the West and South our needs are, what our needs are, and benefits from all these illegal workers would discover they have revenues to what extent we want to disenfran- because many of them do in fact pay available that had previously been de- chise and do things that do not benefit into the Social Security system, but voted to the needs of a growing immi- the American citizens of this country, they never gain any of the benefits. grant community. Legal immigrants so as to improve the lot of those people The argument runs that if they are a seeking jobs would not be competing who are not citizens. How much of net-plus for the system, they will help with people willing to work for below- what we have in America do we wish to fund the future payouts for retirees. market wages. The U.S. Border Patrol diminish? How much has to sink in A recent research report by econo- and the Customs Service could con- order to allow this other part to rise? mist John Attarian called ‘‘Immigra- centrate all of their energies on stop- This is something we have to think tion: Wrong Answer For Social Secu- ping the flow of illegal drugs into our about. It is harsh. I know that to many rity’’ examines the numbers and the Nation instead of worrying about the people, they feel that to be something projects and comes to a different con- flow of illegal people; people like sev- that they would just as soon not think clusion entirely. eral members of my own community in about, not deal with; but it is impor- Dr. Attarian’s analysis of all the Denver, Colorado; people in my own tant for us to understand and deal most pertinent research by many orga- neighborhood. One gentleman in par- with. nizations and many pro-immigration ticular comes to mind. He is employed Is it right? Is it okay? If it is, if you advocates shows that in order to make in the high-tech industry, and we will believe so, if you come down on the any significant dent in the long-term talk about that in a few minutes, about side that says that we need to in fact deficit projected for the Social Secu- exactly what is happening there be- allow for markets to work and simply rity system, we would have to quad- cause we have spent most of the time have as many people who want a job in ruple the number of high-wage immi- talking about low-skilled, low-wage the United States to come across the grants in the technology field, not the workers, but there is just as big a prob- border and get it, if that is true, if that low-wage workers who come from lem, if not more so, in the area of is what we want, then eliminate the across our borders illegally. Moreover, white collar workers, high-skilled border. Erase the border. Forget about the actual fiscal effects of massive ille- workers in the United States and the a border. Allow people to come to this gal immigration are probably negative,

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We can pro- it. protest from our deficit hawks when tect workers coming into the United Yet there is another aspect of this the IRS loses millions of dollars in States and make sure they are paid at labor market that needs greater atten- withholding because these illegal least the minimum wage. We can be tion and some serious scrutiny. We workers are paid off the books or as sure they are in fact given the kind of have talked only about the myth of independent contractors who do not protection that American workers de- low-wage jobs that supposedly no one have to pay withholding? serve, that all workers deserve. wants to do. There is a growing prob- Where is the protest by the pro- On the other hand, we can protect lem with higher-level jobs that are now ponents of workers’ safety rules and our own interests in this country and being taken by illegal aliens and that standards when it is revealed that hun- protect the interests of Americans who no one wants to talk about. dreds of thousands of workers are not need jobs. If there are truly ‘‘jobs that This is a strange thing, this public si- being covered by workman’s comp laws Americans will not do,’’ fine, let some- lence about the loss of jobs in the con- because employers are skirting the law body prove that; and when they prove struction industry, jobs that pay $12, in wholesale fashion, and neither the it, let them import labor for that pur- $14 and $15 an hour, that are being U.S. Labor Department nor State au- pose. It is okay with me. But I will as- filled by illegal workers. thorities are willing to do anything sure you that if that test were really Please, someone explain to me how it about it? that difficult, if we truly put it out is that contractors cannot find legal Where are the Nation’s frontline there in that way, prove that no Amer- workers to do these jobs? Do you really newspapers and news networks? Is this ican wants this job for what you are believe, does anyone in this body, any- story not told because it is not politi- willing to pay, for what the going rate one even in Washington, where the air cally correct to talk about it? is, by the way, not just what you are here is so rarified that it has some- I will soon introduce a new guest willing to pay, what the going rate for times affected all of our thinking and worker program that will offer a real this job is, okay, you can bring in a we have a hard time relating to the and equitable solution to the so-called guest worker. But I guarantee, Mr. people we represent, the working labor shortage. We will authorize un- Speaker, that most of these jobs that Americans, does it really occur to any- limited guest workers into this coun- we are being told would only be taken one that there are in fact many Ameri- try to fill legitimate jobs that cannot by people we have to bring in here ille- cans who will not take $12 to $14 or $15 ‘‘be filled by citizens and legal resi- gally would in fact be taken by Amer- hour jobs in the construction industry, dents.’’ If the employer can dem- ican citizens. To the extent that is not and therefore they go begging and we onstrate a real need, if he can offer a true, fine, import workers. Bring them have to import illegal aliens? job to a foreign national, then that in legally so that they are protected in The explanation, however, is simple. worker can enter the job market and their rights and so that our rights are The jobs that a contractor is willing to work at it for up to 2 years. There will also protected. pay an illegal worker $14 an hour to do, be penalties for fraud, and a part of the There would be penalties for fraud, he would have to pay $16 to $18 to car- worker’s wages will be withheld until and part of the workers wage would be penters, union workers, brick masons he or she returns to the home country. withheld, as I say. The penalties for and union workers. More importantly, This is another issue. We will see fraud are important, because we have when hiring the illegal worker instead other Members introduce legislation to stop the demand side of this equa- of the American worker, the employer for guest worker programs; and for the tion just as much as the supply side. does not have to pay withholding tax most part, they will be disguised as a There are hundreds, if not thousands, or workman’s comp or health benefits. guest worker program with the purpose of American corporations that are tak- Thus, he reduces his labor costs by as of creating amnesty for people who are ing advantage of our laws, that are im- much as 50 percent by breaking the here illegally. This cannot be. This is porting workers, that are actually in- law. absolutely inappropriate. We should volved in the process, not just of hiring You may be surprised to learn that never, ever, ever reward people for illegal aliens, but bringing them into this practice is very widespread in our breaking the law, whether it is the em- the country. Nation, especially in the West and Mid- ployer who benefits or the illegal alien. Tysons Foods, Tysons Foods in Ar- west. The Denver Post recently ran a We should not do that as a Congress; kansas is being prosecuted by the U.S. front page investigative report on this we should not do that as a Nation. Government, and it is a showcase. I phenomenon. The investigative re- So if you need to come into this really and truly applaud the Immigra- porter revealed that there is a large country and if we need the labor, we tion and Naturalization Service for underground network of labor brokers should have a legal process for that to bringing this case, because I hope peo- who specialize in providing illegal occur, a process that guarantees the ple in Tysons Foods, if they are found workers for the construction industry. rights of the people coming into the guilty, actually go to jail for what they They provide buses and transport ille- country so they are not abused by the have done, because they are part of, ac- gal workers from one site to another people who are hired by them to sneak cording to the government’s case any- when a project is completed. There are them into the country, the coyotes, the way, Tysons Foods and the executives thousands of workers involved in this people that packed them into the back at Tysons Foods were actually involved scheme all across the West and Mid- of semis, like in Texas, where they in the importation of illegal workers. west. died, 19 of them just recently, or where Two very interesting questions arise they bring them into the country or b 2300 when looking at this matter. The first bring them near the border and the Well, that even goes one step beyond one is obvious: Why does the U.S. women are raped and the men in the just hiring someone who is here ille- Labor Department let employers get family are robbed and they are shoved gally, and the people who did that away with this violation of our labor into the border. should go to jail. American corpora- laws? Why are arrests and prosecutions We have testimony from people who tions who knowingly hire people who so rare? have ranches near the southern border, are here illegally should be punished to The second question is not so obvi- and at nighttime they can hear the the fullest extent of the law, and we ous, but it is equally curious: Why are screams of women being raped by the should not wink at it and we should the labor unions not objecting to this coyotes who have taken them to this not just pretend that it is the problem loss of jobs to their members? Thou- point where the promised land is just of the illegal worker coming into this

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If the weapons are responsible for their death, beyond doing it in a de facto way, by looking have been destroyed, then how did that those individuals who put themselves the other way. And there are many, happen, and how is it possible that our in harm’s way, who decided to actually many bad things that happen as a re- security agencies would not have take the risk of coming into this coun- sult of that desire on our part to look known? And, fundamentally, did the try illegally, beyond those people, the other way. Well, I want to force Bush administration overstate its case there is still more culpability. Part of this Congress, I want to force this Na- for war against Iraq, based upon weap- it goes to those American employers tion, I want to force the President of ons of mass destruction? Did the ad- who enticed these people into the the United States to look at this ministration mislead the Congress and United States. Part of it goes to our straight in the eye, and say we are the American people intentionally, or own government and every Member of going to deal with it one way or the not, about Iraq’s weapons of mass de- this Congress who refuses to deal with other. Open our borders or secure struction program? Did the Bush ad- the issue of illegal immigration. Yes, it them. Those are the only two options ministration misuse the intelligence is our responsibility. Yes, their blood is open to us as a Nation. Take your pick. gathered by our national security on our hands. Vote on one side or the other. Let us agencies? Did they hear only what they Mr. Speaker, I state that categori- get this job done. Let us tell the people wanted to hear? Did they believe only cally, that we have, over the course of where we really stand. Let us get this what they wanted to believe? Or did they tell us only what they wanted us the last couple of decades, made it en- problem solved one way or the other. ticing for them to come to the country to hear about the weapons of mass de- f illegally; made it illegal to do so, of struction? course, to come without our permis- POSTWAR IRAQ: WINNING THE The Bush administration has a grow- sion; but, on the other hand said well, PEACE AND FINDING WEAPONS ing credibility gap, Mr. Speaker, re- if you can do it, if you can make it, we OF MASS DESTRUCTION garding the weapons of mass destruc- will look the other way. So, of course, The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. tion in Iraq, and we must have a full accounting. millions do, and some of them get FEENEY). Under the Speaker’s an- Let me quickly touch on the second caught in this trap, and some of them nounced policy of January 7, 2003, the topic before turning to my colleagues, die. It is our fault. We share the blame. gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. and that would be whether we are win- So does the Mexican Government for HOEFFEL) is recognized for 60 minutes. ning the peace in Iraq. We are faced encouraging this flow, for doing every- Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I will be with enormous challenges: peace- joined by several colleagues this thing possible to move unemployed keeping, humanitarian aid, reconstruc- evening in a discussion about Iraq, young Mexican workers into the tion, and building a new government. with two fundamental questions to be United States to reduce their own And the truth is that events in post- problems in Mexico and to increase re- addressed: First, are we winning the conflict Iraq are not going as well as mittances from people who come to the peace in Iraq after our impressive and they should. Security is a huge prob- United States and send money back to important military victory, are we lem. Rampant lawlessness is blocking Mexico, which becomes a significant winning the peace in Iraq? And sec- the economic recovery and the estab- part of their own GDP. ondly, where in the world are the weap- lishment of a civil society that we all They also encourage the flow of ille- ons of mass destruction? want to achieve. Humanitarian aid is gal immigrants into the United States I will be joined shortly by the gen- lacking. Reconstruction has not even from Mexico in order to have them, as tleman from New Jersey (Mr. MENEN- started. And the establishment of a I was told by Juan Hernandez, who was DEZ), the minority caucus chair and a pluralistic and representative govern- at that time the head of the ministry senior member of the Committee on ment seems a very long way off as the in Mexico called the Ministry for Mexi- International Relations, and by the demands of religious and ethnic groups cans Living in the United States. He gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. are loud and unresolved. said that it helps them influence our DELAHUNT), a senior member of the What are we doing in Iraq to deal government’s policy, the massive num- House Committee on International Re- with this? We have replaced all of the ber of Mexican nationals living in the lations, and several others. We would senior administrators that we first United States helps them, he said, in- like to have a colloquy this evening sent under Jay Garner and have re- fluence our government’s policy vis-a- amongst ourselves to discuss this issue, placed them with a new crew under vis Mexico. So Mexico has a role to to raise these issues for the American Paul Bremmer. We have won the play and is equally culpable for the people. United Nations’ approval by the Secu- deaths of the people that have come Let me make a few points to get us rity Council of U.N. Resolution 1483 across this border and found them- started. We all agree that our Armed which names the U.S. and Great Brit- selves in horrible circumstances and Forces performed brilliantly in Iraq. ain as occupying powers, occupying died as a result or were harmed in the We are very proud of our young men powers under international law in Iraq. process. and young women in uniform, and the So we are responsible for the recovery, Mr. Speaker, all of these people have military victory we won was important the reconstruction, the administration, some role to play and some degree of in that it removed the threat posed to and the establishment of a new govern- culpability, and I say to every single regional and even world peace by the ment in Iraq as the occupying power. one of them, I challenge you to actu- murderous regime of Saddam Hussein. Well, what have we done to get the ally deal with this forthrightly. Stand But while the military victory is ours, ball rolling here? First came the up in front of the American public and the military mission is not yet accom- Chalabi plan, Ahmed Chalabi, a 30- or state unequivocally that what you plished, because we have not found and 35-year exile from Iraq, head of the want is, in fact, a Nation where there disarmed and dismantled the weapons Iraqi National Congress. He visited my are no barriers to immigration, where of mass destruction. office on October 3, 2002. I believe he people can come at their will. Say that. There must be an accounting to Con- was making the rounds of members of It may win. It may win a majority of gress, to the American people, and to the Committee on International Rela- the votes in the Congress of the United our allies regarding the weapons of tions. To tell my colleagues the truth, States and the President may sign that mass destruction. They are certainly, I found Mr. Chalabi to be a blowhard, kind of a bill. I, as I say, am a ‘‘no’’ in the hands of a terrorist, the greatest to be a blusterer, full of spin, the kind vote, but it may happen. I just want security challenge we face, and yet we of man my grandfather would have the debate. I want it to happen in this do not know where the weapons of called a four-flusher.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.070 H09PT1 H5082 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 b 2310 I think it is important to note that ing.’’ That is Senator LUGAR’s phrase. I am not quite sure what that means, the top Marine officer in Iraq, Lieuten- ‘‘We are constructing the future in but I think Achmed Chalaby meets the ant General Jim Conway, and again, Iraq. It is a complicated and uncertain definition. this is from a report in The Wash- business, and it is not made any easier The Pentagon civilian leadership be- ington Post, when no such weapons had when some in the Pentagon talk about lieved Achmed Chalaby, believed him been found and the move was an- quick exit strategies or saying when he said that Saddam Hussein had nounced just hours ago, and we are dismissively that they don’t do nation- vast stores of weapons of mass destruc- talking about a reorganization of the building. The days when America could tion. Those weapons have not been group that is missioned or tasked to win battles and then come home quick- found. They believed Chalaby when he look for these weapons of mass destruc- ly for a parade are over.’’ said there was a close connection be- tion, he said in a press conference that Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I would tween al Qaeda and Hussein. That con- U.S. intelligence was simply wrong in like to ask the gentleman if he is nection has not been established. leading the military to believe that the aware of some of the comments made The Pentagon civilian leadership be- invading troops were likely to be at- by the administration last fall in the lieved Chalaby when he said the Shiite tacked with chemical weapons. lead-up to the votes, the very impor- Muslims in the south of Iraq would This is a statement by Lieutenant tant votes taken in Congress and in the greet American military forces as lib- General James Conway. I doubt that he United Nations regarding the war on erators, greet them with open arms. In- is part of any group that would blame Iraq. Statements of certainty from the stead, they are treating us as occupiers America, but he is making a statement President and other high administra- and colonizers. that deserves an answer. tion officials have not been supported We flew Mr. Chalaby in with 700 fol- The Republican Chair of the Perma- by recent disclosures from the intel- lowers. We armed him. We gave him nent Select Committee on Intelligence ligence agencies, the kinds of problems arms, Mr. Speaker. We have now had to of this House, highly regarded, well re- that I believe are leading to the credi- take those arms away because he does spected on both sides of the aisle, in a bility gap that I see growing here. Let me give the gentleman a couple not have credibility. letter dated May 22, 2003, and I am re- The second plan was the Group of ferring to the gentleman from Florida of examples, and I would be interested in his comment. Seven plan to take seven so-called (Mr. GOSS), he co-signed a letter to the President Bush said in the Rose Gar- leaders, mostly exiles like Chalaby, director of the Central Intelligence den on September 26, 2002, that the and put them in as an interim author- Agency. Let me just simply quote several sentences: Iraqi regime possesses biological and ity to run Iraq. We have had to give up chemical weapons. The Iraqi regime is on that. Jay Garner could not get that ‘‘The House Permanent Select Com- mittee on Intelligence believes that it building the facilities necessary to to happen. make more biological and chemical The third plan now is the Bremer is now time to reevaluate U.S. intelligence regarding the amount or exist- weapons.’’ plan. Under the Bremer plan, Paul However, at the very time, the De- ence of weapons of mass destruction in Bremer, the new viceroy, American fense Intelligence Agency was circu- Iraq and that country’s linkages to ter- Viceroy in Iraq, will appoint a 25- to 30- lating a report in September of 2002 rorist groups such as al Qaeda. person advisory council to give us ad- which said there was ‘‘no reliable infor- ‘‘The committee wants to ensure vice on how to rule Iraq. We are not mation on whether Iraq is producing or that the intelligence analysis relayed forming an interim authority or gov- stockpiling chemical weapons, or to our policymakers from the intel- ernment, as we spoke of before. We whether Iraq has or will establish its ligence community was,’’ and I am hope to establish by fiat what really chemical agent production facilities.’’ should come from within, from the peo- quoting the gentleman from Florida ple of Iraq. (Mr. GOSS), ‘‘accurate, unbiased, and b 2320 So we have some very real chal- timely in light of new information re- This and other information led Greg lenges. I have more comments to sulting from recent events in Iraq.’’ He Thielmann, who retired from the State make, but I have colleagues here who goes on: ‘‘The committee is also inter- Department in September 2002 as direc- are anxious to join this debate and en- ested in understanding how the CIA’s tor of the Strategic Proliferation and gage in a colloquy. analysis of Iraq’s linkages to terrorist Military Issues Office in the State De- Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman groups such as al Qaeda was derived.’’ partment’s Bureau of Intelligence and from Massachusetts (Mr. DELAHUNT). No one in this body would ever de- Research, who reviewed this classified Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, I scribe the gentleman from Florida (Mr. intelligence gathered by the CIA and thank the gentleman for yielding to GOSS) as a member of the Blame Amer- other agencies in the run-up to the de- me. I want to congratulate him on con- ica Crowd. bate in the Congress and the U.N., to ducting this particular Special Order When we raise questions about the accuse the administration of distorting because I think it is very important. planning and the efforts of recon- intelligence and presenting conjecture Clearly, newspaper reports, inter- structing Iraq after that war, I am con- as fact. And he was quoted this week views over the course of the past sev- fident that no one would ever accuse by the Associated Press as saying, eral days, have raised these issues, the Republican chairman of the Senate ‘‘What disturbs me deeply is what I really, to a level that I know our re- Foreign Relations Committee, Richard think are the disingenuous statements spective offices are receiving numerous Lugar, as part of the Blame America made from the very top about what the telephone calls by constituents that Crowd. Let me read, Mr. Speaker, to intelligence did say.’’ are expressing profound concern. my colleagues and to the American Is the gentleman aware of these Earlier this evening, a Republican people what Senator LUGAR, a Repub- statements and inconsistencies, and colleague of ours talked about these lican from the State of Indiana, chair- would he care to comment on them? issues. I think he was suggesting that man of the foreign relations com- Mr. DELAHUNT. Yes, I am clearly they were emanating from a crowd mittee, had to say in an opinion piece aware of them and it even goes beyond that he called Blame America First. I that he wrote on May 22 of this year: to simply Mr. Thielmann. In fact, there respectfully have to disagree with him. ‘‘But transforming Iraq will not be is such outrage among intelligence pro- I think these are questions that have easy, quick, or cheap.’’ These are his fessionals, people that have committed to be asked. I think it is our responsi- words: ‘‘Clearly, the administration’s their lives to this work who I am sure bility to ask them on behalf of the planning for the post-conflict phase in are devoted to their country and are American people. Iraq was inadequate. I am concerned clearly not part of the Blame America We are not the only ones that are that the Bush administration and Con- Crowd; but they have come together asking these questions. If there is a gress has not yet faced up to the true and formed a group, Veterans Intel- Blame America crowd, there are many size of the task that lies ahead or pre- ligence Professionals for Sanity. people in that crowd who are not only pared the American people for it. The They wrote recently to President highly regarded and highly respected administration should state clearly Bush to protest what they call a pol- but are Members of both parties. that we are engaged in nation-build- icy, and, again, I am quoting here, ‘‘a

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.072 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5083 policy in intelligence fiasco of monu- concerns. How do we begin to have any media as the dodgy dossier because of mental proportions. While there have credibility in any such preemption doc- evidence that part of it was down load- been occasions in the past when intel- trine when the fundamental ed from the Internet, completed with ligence has been deliberately warped underpinnings seem to be at question, typographical errors from an American for political purposes,’’ this is their let- which is what I think the gentleman student’s thesis that relied on 12-year- ter, ‘‘never before has such warping from Massachusetts (Mr. DELAHUNT) is old public information. And it is now been used in a systematic way to mis- saying. being reviewed by two parliamentary lead our elected representatives in vot- Mr. DELAHUNT. Exactly. I think the committees in Great Britain because it ing to authorize war.’’ point is, how in the future, if we face a raises doubts about its central claim That is a very serious accusation; genuine threat to our liberty, to our that Iraq’s chemical and biological and the American people deserve to democracy, do we turn to our allies and weapons were in such a state of readi- have these individuals, other individ- the rest of the world and say this is a ness that they could be launched with- uals come before in public session, the moment when the United States must in 45 minutes, within 45 minutes. appropriate committees in Congress, take action, given what appears to be, b 2330 and listen to what they have to say and what appears to be issues surrounding provide us with an opportunity to in- the quality of our intelligence. That type of information is incred- quire to them, let us lift the veil of se- Let me just go a bit further with the ibly frightening when that is the basis crecy. This is a democracy. example that you alluded to. It was so under which we would deploy American When we talk about American val- shoddy, the intelligence work, that a troops, put at harm American soldiers. ues, we talk about transparency and local police department, let alone our There is no question, I think we accountability; and I am profoundly intelligence agencies, would have, I would all agree, that Saddam Hussein concerned as to what I am witnessing hope, discovered that this information was a dictator, was a bad actor, happy over the course of the past 2 or 3 was false. It was based on forged docu- to see him leave from the world stage; weeks, specifically as it relates to the ments. It was one of the documents but the question is, what invokes the issues of weapons of mass destruction being signed by the foreign minister of policy of preemption, the use of U.S. and the issue of links with al Qaeda this particular nation which happens forces and power abroad, under what and the Saddam Hussein regime. to be Niger, not Nigeria, but Niger on basis? That is why so many of us who Mr. MENENDEZ. On the gentleman’s the continent of Africa, signed by the asked questions at the time and say, very point, I want to thank our col- foreign minister. And simply taking well, what is the foundation, what is league for convening this opportunity the name of the foreign minister and the clear and present danger to the to talk about a very important issue. I doing an Internet search would have U.S., what is the imminent threat, would like to ask both of the gentle- revealed that the foreign minister have real concerns now as I think we men, you sat, as I did here, during the whose signature appeared, in fact, had see this intelligence information sug- State of the Union speech. You heard left that particular role, had resigned gesting that there was not necessarily the President, as I did, say that one of from government for 10 years, 10 years. a clear and present danger, any immi- the concerns is that Iraq sought to buy What does that say about the quality nent threat to the United States. uranium in Africa. And that was in- of the intelligence that was relied on I think it puts us in a serious doubt cluded in the President’s State of the by the President and by those who sup- with the international community Union speech, one of many compelling ported the military intervention in when the next situation arises. I do not reasons why supposedly we had to be Iraq? know what my colleague thinks about alarmed about Iraq and Saddam Hus- And yet some would suggest that to it. sein. And yet we read in today’s Wash- even pose these questions or raise these Mr. HOEFFEL. The certainty that ington Post that the National Security concerns is Blame America First? I re- was used by the Bush administration Advisor, Condoleezza Rice conceded spond by saying it is defending Amer- to present this information in the fall that that was an inaccurate claim. And ica, defending our democracy, defend- of 2002 I think is a critical issue here. yet here before the entire body of Con- ing our credibility, defending our claim It is not completely clear at this point gress and the American people, we were to moral authority among the family what all of the intelligence agencies told that one of the compelling rea- of nations. Not to do so would be unpa- were saying. Their information is be- sons, why do you buy uranium? You triotic. coming declassified and is beginning to buy uranium for nuclear devices. Iraq Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I be made public, but it is very clear is something that we need to be con- think the gentleman’s point is well what administration leaders were say- cerned about. taken. As a matter of fact, one of the ing. In addition to the President, whom And my question to both of my col- things that I was additionally con- I already quoted also on September 26, leagues is, does this not go to the fun- cerned about, and the gentleman did Defense Secretary Rumsfeld told re- damental issue that if the President’s mention the Internet and how anybody porters, ‘‘Iraq has active development preemption doctrine, not that many of who just did a casual search would see programs. Iraq has weaponized chem- us agree with that as a doctrine that that this foreign minister had not been ical and biological weapons.’’ Yet a na- should be followed by the United in office in a decade, and yet we rely tional intelligence estimate of October States, but this doctrine of preemption upon it as fact by which we act and we 2002, which was reputed to have said which basically says we cannot wait do not even do a rudimentary study to that Iraq had weapons of mass destruc- for the risk to rise to a level that is a find out whether that document had le- tion, when we look at the backup ma- threat to the national security of the gitimacy. terial that is just being declassified, it United States, we have to go in there It is interesting to note that one of is much more equivocal. in any country and preempt that our allies in this regard seems to have The question is was the intelligence threat, that even if one is to ascribe the same problem in this regard. There wrong or were the political leaders who themselves to that view, that it is is an article that appeared in The New were getting that intelligence misusing based upon the ability of the United York Times that talks about how the it? Were they hearing what they want- States too gather accurate intelligence top aide to Prime Minister Blair wrote ed to hear? Were they telling us what and make honest assessments? Does to the head of Britain’s Intelligence they thought we ought to hear? Were that not go to that very purpose of Service earlier this spring conceding these innocent mistakes? Were they that doctrine? that the government’s presentation of unintentionally mishandling the infor- When we see the revelations that a report on Iraqi arms was mishandled. mation, or was it more sinister? seem to be coming forth like And the report which is entitled, ‘‘Iraq, I think these are fundamental ques- Condoleezza Rice saying, yes, that Its Infrastructure of Concealment, De- tions that need to be asked if the gen- statement that the President made be- ception and Intimidation,’’ was used as tleman is right; that if we are going to fore Congress and the whole Nation part of the reason to pursue an inva- evaluate this new doctrine of preemp- about uranium purchases in Africa sion of Iraq and Saddam Hussein. And tion, a fundamental part of that has to being false, that those begin to raise it is now referred to in the British news be faith and credibility that our fear of

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Mr. Speaker, the gentleman from Washington (Mr. thing is that they never planned for tleman from Massachusetts I think has MCDERMOTT) who is sitting patiently after the war. a comment. and I think has quite a bit he would The mess they have got over there b 2340 like to add to the discussion. So I right now is incredible, and I mean all Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, let me would be happy to yield to the gen- we have to do is read the BBC. The pick up on the issue that the gentleman from Washington (Mr. BBC says that the incidence of diseases tleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. MCDERMOTT). such as cholera, dysentery, and typhoid HOEFFEL) raises and the gentleman Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I are 21⁄2 times greater in the month of from Washington (Mr. MCDERMOTT). thank the gentleman for coming out May 2003 than they were in the month Our troops made us proud. We all here at 11:30 at night to discuss this. of May 2002. That is what democracy support them. Every American sup- The tragedy and really travesty of this brought the children of Iraq. That is ports them. Now they are being asked whole thing of us being out here at this what our President says he was going to do something, as the gentleman in- hour of the night, we have no mecha- to bring. We are going to bring democ- dicates, that they have not been nism to which we can get at the truth. racy, we are going to bring you chol- trained for. There they are on the They will never have an investigation era, we are going to kill kids on the ground in a situation that at best is in this House that ought to be done on basis of diarrhea. unstable. I do not even want to cal- what the President has said, what he The electric lights are not on. Why? culate the number of dead American has led to believe. Because they are having a big squabble soldiers on a weekly basis that have oc- In Great Britain, they are calling for with Bechtel about whether they ought curred as a result of guerrilla-type at- an independent judge to look at the to privatize the electric industry. The tacks, ambushes. It is simply not fair. whole question. What do we do in this water is not clean because they are And the irony of this is that the House? Our distinguished colleague, having a squabble with Bechtel about Army Chief of Staff, General Shinseki, who was mentioned before, from Flor- privatizing utilities. indicated before the war that it was his ida was, Let’s have the intelligence And the worst thing was in today’s judgment, his estimate that we would community look at their reports and newspaper. In today’s newspaper, the need several hundred thousand troops see if they can evaluate how they did. New York Times on page 15, here we in Iraq for an extended period of time. That is about like asking the fox to go have a colonel that is responsible for He was dismissed by the Secretary of down to the hen house and check the 500,000 people in southern Baghdad. He Defense. I think maybe it was the lock, see if the key works. I mean, that has got 700 paratroopers and he is sup- Under Secretary of Defense, Mr. makes no sense at all in my view. posed to run a city of half a million Wolfowitz, maybe Mr. Rumsfeld. It is clear we have two choices. We people. He says, ‘‘I was in Haiti but I Mr. MCDERMOTT. It was Mr. Rums- either have the choice that the Presi- arrived here with zero experience run- feld. dent and those people who presented ning a city. We all wonder if we can go Mr. DELAHUNT. But that was gross- the evidence, or whoever presented him back and apply for an honorary degree ly exaggerated. Now we discover that bad information, which implies stu- in public communication. A lot of this General Shinseki is absolutely correct. pidity, or we have a situation where stuff we are just completely feeling our When I asked during the course of a they manipulated us. I voted against it way in the dark.’’ This is a colonel in House Committee on International Re- because it was clear to me from Sep- the United States military talking. lations hearing to the Under Secretary tember that they were so eager to go to Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, if I can of Defense, Mr. Dan Fife, simple ques- war that they were going to say what- ask the gentleman a question, I am tions, I think his responses are inform- ever they had to, and they shifted from glad he moved us on to the questions of ative; and if I could indulge, I asked al Qaeda to weapons of mass destruc- reconstruction and new governance in Secretary Fife, ‘‘We read different esti- tion to aluminum tubes to cake from Iraq. It seems to me the biggest prob- mates of the cost of reconstruction to Niger. Anything they could grab they lem facing America in post-conflict the American taxpayers. What is the threw up here and said this is the rea- Iraq is the perception, if not the re- current estimate of the administration son we have to go to war. ality, that we are an occupying colo- in terms of the cost to the American The other day Wolfowitz said the rea- nial power as opposed to a liberating taxpayers for the reconstruction of son we had to go to war was because we power, anxious to work internationally Iraq? did not have any other way to get at with existing organizations to develop ‘‘Mr. Fife: There is no total estimate him. They were sitting on a lake of oil a representative government. for the whole government for the whole so we could not manipulate him finan- Mr. MCDERMOTT. My colleague is range of things. cially anymore so we had to attack. absolutely correct. The Arab world has ‘‘Mr. DELAHUNT: There is no esti- North Korea, we can manipulate them had this before. They saw the West mate. Is there a range? financially because they are broke. We come in into Palestine, into Algeria, ‘‘Mr. Fife: I am not aware that any- can squeeze them, but there was no into Egypt. They were going to be body has pulled together all of the way to squeeze the Iraqis. there just a couple of years to get threads.’’ In my view, we were going to go to things stabilized after the Ottoman So then I said, ‘‘Well, I would hope war from about the first of September Empire was over and the First World that they would pull the threads to- on. They had made the decision, and War was done, and they stayed for 25 gether, and if you can get that infor- they came out here and repeatedly pre- years. These people see us, they have mation to me in writing, I would appre- sented information. got a memory, and they are just say- ciate that.’’ In one of the training sessions before ing, hey, get out of here, let us run it; This is maybe several weeks ago they went to the United Nations, they you said we were going to be able to rather than at the end of the combat, were rehearsing with Mr. Powell, and elect our own people. My colleague the hostilities announced by the Presi- he finally got so frustrated looking at from Pennsylvania has already pointed dent. I would hope, in fact, that these this stuff he threw pages up in the air out that we have already said we can- estimates would have occurred months and said bull-, and he used the word not have an election until you learn to before the military intervention was from the barnyard. He said this is non- pick the right people. So we are going launched. Then I go on, ‘‘You have an- sense. But yet the next day he got up to give you a group of 10 that we will swered my question, but I would like to and presented it to the whole world as select, and that way we will put an receive something in writing, Mr. Sec- this was the truth. And here we are, 80 Iraqi face on the government. retary, and I would like to share it

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There was Jay Gardner, who manipulated information, and to be un- ‘‘These kinds of questions have been an was designated as the head of the Of- derstanding that we have got to be pre- issue for some weeks, and we are con- fice of Reconstruction and Humani- pared. We won the war; we salute the tinually being asked. And we are, obvi- tarian Assistance. Here we have the men and women who did not ask ously, not getting through on a key Department of Defense doing nation- whether this was the right conflict or point which is there are so many building, something that we consist- not but just responded to the Nation’s things, so many different aspects of re- ently heard our colleagues on the other call. I visited one of our bases and the construction and security, and each as- side of the aisle rail against, and he in young men and women there told me, pect depends on events and it depends essence was on the job a full 3 weeks, Congressman, we don’t ask whether on things we do not know about and we and after all of that preparation that this is right or wrong, we don’t pick cannot know about. For example, how supposedly took place for him to be the time, the place or the conflict, we smoothly is the transition to an Iraq there, we get rid of him in 3 weeks. He just respond. We salute them for that. interim authority going to take place, was going to develop a national assem- But before we send those young men and how quickly are the Iraqis going to bly of Iraqis, and that did not work. and women, sons and daughters of be organizing?’’ And then his State Department suc- Americans of this country, we should I responded, ‘‘I respect that, Mr. Sec- cessor, Ambassador Bremer, thought know that we are sending them on the retary, but at the same time I would that perhaps seven opposition groups right information, that we have a plan hope that the department would have might be able to work effectively as an not only to win the war but then to been prepared to provide a range in interim government. That was soon achieve the peace and to make sure terms of worst- and best-case sce- abandoned. that the seeds that we seek to sow in narios. I think we have a right to that Now we are talking about a so-called terms of democracy take place. Those information. Let me ask you another advisory council of 20 or 25 Iraqis, but are some of our concerns I think in this question: Do you have an estimate in this latest plan of an advisory council process. terms of when an election in Iraq may seems to minimize, not increase, the Mr. HOEFFEL. The gentleman from occur?’’ participation of Iraqis in the process New Jersey speaks very eloquently The Under Secretary responded, ‘‘No, for months, if not longer. about congressional responsibilities, we do not.’’ So here we are in this preemption the things we ought to be asking about. ‘‘I appreciate your answers. You indi- doctrine for which we now have serious You were talking about how to get a cated there appears to be a narrow pop- questions about the underpinnings representative government started in ular support for a theocracy similar to under which we committed massive Iraq. It seems to me that what Con- the one in Iran. Do we have polling force because it was alleged at the time gress ought to be pushing the adminis- data to support your thesis, or is this that there was a clear and present dan- tration to focus on in our efforts to just an opinion through intelligence?’’ ger to the United States. We are told create liberty is to create the institu- Mr. Fife responded, ‘‘It is an opinion by the administration, well, you have tions of liberty first. We cannot have a that comes from intelligence. It comes to have a lot more time; and yet we did democratic system in Iraq if they do from diplomatic reporting.’’ not want to give any more time to U.N. not have the institutions of a free press ‘‘But there is no polling data, I take weapons inspectors, but we are asked and a functioning judiciary and the it?’’ to give enormous amounts of time traditions of free speech and a civil so- ‘‘I do not know whether there are. I here. And we have the full roam of the ciety and a noncorrupt bureaucracy. In do not know off the top of my head country uninhibited. And then we sup- fact, all that needs to be founded in whether there is polling data.’’ posedly were prepared for the post-Sad- some written constitution that has So then I said, ‘‘Let me ask this dam era, and we seem not to be able to public support and public input. What question. Let me pose you a hypo- put that together, or I am not sure does my colleague think we need to do thetical question. If we have a free and what our intent is. to achieve that, if he agrees with me fair election and if as a result of that that that is the fundamental goal that election there is a leadership that does b 2350 we have got to establish first before de- not necessarily feel warmly towards We do not seem to know where Sad- mocracy is ever going to come to the the United States, are we uncondition- dam Hussein is. We also do not seem to people of Iraq? ally willing to accept that particular know where Osama bin Laden is, and Mr. MENENDEZ. I think there are a leadership, presuming again free and that is a whole other issue in terms of variety of things. I am sure some of our fair elections?’’ Afghanistan and what happened. And colleagues have some ideas as well. But Mr. Fife answers, ‘‘We are going to be so you have the confluence of all of fundamentally you have to get Iraqi working with the Iraqis to get a gov- these issues. civil society back engaged. You have to ernment organized, and part of that is Mr. MCDERMOTT. There is one other create the wherewithal to show that going to be organizing a constitution one you have left out. That is our al- not only were we liberators, hopefully, and a bill of rights.’’ lies, the British. Their defense chiefs but at the end of the day that we have Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I are quoted in the newspaper as saying also come to help really create a better think the questioning was a precursor, they are resisting calls for British society and to assist Iraqis to be able as mine was, when Secretary Powell troops to be sent to join American to do that. That comes with, first of appeared before the committee before forces in Baghdad because they could, all, at least having the functioning en- that, and I asked the Secretary how quote, be sucked into a quagmire. They tities of civil society be able to take long, how many lives will we lose, how do not want British troops caught up in place, as you suggested, some of those long will we be there, how much will it the rising tide of anti-American vio- institutions. As our colleagues sug- cost, and are we nation building? lence. So even our allies are stepping gested, to get some of the basic funda- And I know that my colleagues have back now and saying, hey, look, you mental services that Iraqis would ex- listened certainly for the decade that I guys got over in there and you said you pect from a liberating force to take have been here, listened to our col- knew what you were doing. place and to begin to act. So, clean leagues on the other side of the aisle It is more complicated even than our water, running sewerage systems, the talk about how they abhorred the con- own problems. opportunity for electricity to be cept of nation-building when we were Mr. MENENDEZ. The point really is present, the return to schools of chil- in Bosnia and other places, stopping that it is the congressional responsi- dren, the opportunity for hospitals to

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:49 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.077 H09PT1 H5086 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 be able to take care of the sick. The ru- ing a key and vital role. Afghanistan Ms. HARRIS of Florida, dimentary elements of a civil society militarily was truly a coalition of the Mr. STENHOLM of Texas, start there. And then to engage civil willing, not a coalition of the coerced, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA of American society within Iraq to begin to perform the bribed, but a coalition of the will- Samoa, some of their own functions and to also ing. But I think it is important that we Mr. PASTOR of Arizona, ask the beginnings of Iraq’s natural re- approach the reconstruction of both Mr. FILNER of California, and sources to go for the purposes of help- Afghanistan and Iraq on a multilateral Mr. REYES of Texas. ing Iraq rebuild itself. I think the basis. We cannot ask the American f American people have the right to people to continue to bear the full bur- know how long are we going to con- den. We have already made a comment LEAVE OF ABSENCE tinue to be there? How many more in Iraq which practically guarantees a By unanimous consent, leave of ab- lives will we lose? How much will it new hospital in every Iraqi city, 100 sence was granted to: cost? And, as I always listen to our col- percent maternity coverage for Iraqi Mr. BAIRD (at the request of Ms. leagues here in the House and in com- women that is going to be funded by PELOSI) for today on account of an mittee, what is our exit strategy? What the taxpayers of the United States. event in the district. is our exit strategy? And what are we doing here in this Mr. BECERRA (at the request of Ms. Mr. DELAHUNT. We do not seem to Congress under this Republican leader- PELOSI) for today on account of per- be hearing that anymore. ship to Medicare? We are cutting it by sonal reasons. Mr. MENENDEZ. No, we do not hear $95 billion. That is not fair to the Ms. KILPATRICK (at the request of Ms. about exit strategies or nation building American taxpayer. It is not fair to the PELOSI) for today on account of official anymore. American people. business. Mr. DELAHUNT. Or lockboxes, ei- Mr. HOEFFEL. I thank the gen- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut (at the re- ther, for that matter. As the both of tleman for his comments, for his lead- quest of Ms. PELOSI) for today and June you were talking about the men and ership in the House and his eloquence 10 on account of a family illness. women that really made us all proud, on the House Committee on Inter- Mr. REYES (at the request of Ms. and we consider our very best, I think national Relations. PELOSI) for today on account of per- it is important to state unequivocally Would my friend from New Jersey sonal reasons. that when they return, it is not simply like to make some final remarks as our Mr. SMITH of Washington (at the re- about parades, it is about respecting time is short? quest of Ms. PELOSI) for today and the them and delivering the promise and Mr. MENENDEZ. Very briefly, I ap- balance of the week on account of per- the commitment to veterans that I preciate the gentleman’s engaging in sonal reasons. know each and every member of our the dialogue, and I hope we will con- Mr. HOUGHTON (at the request of Mr. party is willing to make. No cuts in tinue it in the future. I think we owe DELAY) for today and June 10 on ac- veterans’ benefits. None at all. That is America’s young men and women who count of family matters. unacceptable and would be unconscion- went into harm’s way, that before we Mr. TOOMEY (at the request of Mr. able. call upon them again for a preemptive DELAY) for today on account of official But let me end my digression and go strike, that we are doing so based upon business. back to the issue of nation building sound information, that we are based and just read a paragraph from the on intelligence that is honest, truthful f May 19 Washington Post. It is entitled and transparent, that we ultimately SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED ‘‘Plan to Secure Postwar Iraq Fault- have a plan not only to win the war but ed.’’ The author writes the following to win the peace, because we are losing By unanimous consent, permission to paragraph: soldiers every day. It is not as well address the House, following the legis- ‘‘In interviews here and in Wash- publicized, but we are losing soldiers lative program and any special orders ington and in testimony on Capitol every day. We deserve, before we send heretofore entered, was granted to: Hill, military officers, other adminis- the finest to answer the Nation’s call, The following Members (at the re- tration officials, and defense experts and that is where the congressional request of Mr. PALLONE) to revise and ex- said the Pentagon ignored lessons from sponsibility takes place, in asking tend their remarks and include extra- a decade of peacekeeping operations in these questions, in getting answers and neous material: Haiti, Somalia, the Balkans and Af- being able to prepare for the future. Ms. PELOSI, for 5 minutes, today. ghanistan.’’ Mr. HOEFFEL. I thank my col- Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, for Let us be candid and let the Amer- leagues for joining me. 5 minutes, today. ican people hear this: that in Afghani- Mr. DEFAZIO, for 5 minutes, today. f stan, we are at great risk of returning Mr. MILLER of North Carolina, for 5 to that kind of chaos, that kind of vol- CORRECTION TO THE CONGRES- minutes, today. atility, instability that occurred prior SIONAL RECORD OF THURSDAY, Mr. PALLONE, for 5 minutes, today. to our invasion of Afghanistan. It is a JUNE 5, 2003, AT PAGES H 5036–H Mr. KIND, for 5 minutes, today. mess in Afghanistan. The President of 5037 Mr. EMANUEL, for 5 minutes, today. that country, President Karzai, cannot Ms. SOLIS, for 5 minutes, today. leave Kabul. The rest of that nation Mr. MCDERMOTT, for 5 minutes, and many sections of Pakistan bor- APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO today. THE MEXICO-UNITED STATES dering Afghanistan are rife with Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, for 5 min- Taliban and with other terrorist INTERPARLIAMENTARY GROUP utes, today. groups. And we have failed miserably The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Ms. WATSON, for 5 minutes, today. in reconstruction efforts there. I would PORTER), Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 276h Ms. KAPTUR, for 5 minutes, today. hope that this administration and this and the order of the House of January The following Members (at the re- House would look to Afghanistan as an 8, 2003, the Chair announces the Speak- quest of Mr. GUTKNECHT) to revise and example of what not to do and go for- er’s appointment of the following Mem- extend their remarks and include ex- ward with a sensible plan that we can bers of the House to the Mexico-United traneous material: all support, because we know our re- States Interparliamentary Group, in Mr. BURTON of Indiana, for 5 minutes, sponsibility. addition to Mr. KOLBE of Arizona, today and June 16. Mr. HOEFFEL. Would the gentleman Chairman, appointed on March 13, 2003: Mr. GUTKNECHT, for 5 minutes, today agree that using NATO as a peace- Mr. BALLENGER of North Carolina, and June 10, 11, and 12. keeping force might be the right thing Vice Chairman, (The following Members (at their own to do in both Afghanistan and Iraq? Mr. DREIER of California, request) to revise and extend their re- Mr. DELAHUNT. I think what is Mr. BARTON of Texas, marks and include extraneous mate- rather ironic, of course, is in Afghani- Mr. MANZULLO of Illinois, rial:) stan, our NATO ally Germany is play- Mr. WELLER of Illinois, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, for 5 minutes, today.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 04:47 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.078 H09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H5087 Mr. MEEKs of New York, for 5 min- Security, transmitting the Department’s Quality Management District [CA275-0393c; utes, today. final rule—Final Flood Elevation Determina- FRL-7495-3] received June 3, 2003, pursuant to tions—received May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on f U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Fi- Energy and Commerce. SENATE ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED nancial Services. 2569. A letter from the Principal Deputy 2559. A letter from the Acting General Associate Administrator, Environmental The SPEAKER announced his signa- Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- ture to enrolled bills of the Senate of Security, transmitting the Department’s cy’s final rule—Revisions to the California the following titles: final rule—Final Flood Elevation Determina- State Implementation Plan, Bay Area Air S. 222. An act to approve the settlement of tions—received May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 Quality Management District; San Diego the water rights claims of the Zuni Indian U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Fi- County Air Pollution Control District Tribe in Apache County, Arizona, and for nancial Services. [CA275-0393a; FRL-7495-1] received June 3, other purposes. 2560. A letter from the Acting General 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the S. 273. An act to provide for the expedi- Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland Committee on Energy and Commerce. tious completion of the acquisition of land Security, transmitting the Department’s 2570. A letter from the Principal Deputy owned by the State of Wyoming within the final rule—Suspension of Community Eligi- Associate Administrator, Environmental boundaries of Grand Teton National Park, bility [Docket No. FEMA-7807] received May Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- and for other purposes. 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to cy’s final rule—State of Massachusetts; the Committee on Financial Services. Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule [MA-088- f 2561. A letter from the Acting General 7216C; A-1-FRL-7509-2] received June 3, 2003, BILL PRESENTED TO THE Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- PRESIDENT Security, transmitting the Department’s mittee on Energy and Commerce. final rule—Changes in Flood Elevation De- 2571. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Jeff Trandahl, Clerk of the House re- terminations [Docket No. FEMA-P-7622] re- ment of Education, transmitting the semi- ports that on June 6, 2003 he presented ceived May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. annual report of the activities of the Office to the President of the United States, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Financial of Inspector General during the six month for his approval, the following bill. Services. period ending March 31, 2003, pursuant to 5 H.R. 192. To amend the Microenterprise for 2562. A letter from the Acting General U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) section 5(b); to Self-Reliance Act of 2000 and the Foreign As- Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland the Committee on Government Reform. sistance Act of 1961 to increase assistance for Security, transmitting the Department’s 2572. A letter from the Federal Co-Chair, the poorest people in developing countries final rule—Final Flood Elevation Determina- Appalachian Regional Commission, trans- under microenterprise assistance programs tions—received May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 mitting the semiannual report on the activi- under those Acts, and for other purposes. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Fi- ties of the Office of Inspector General for the nancial Services. period October 1, 2002, through March 31, f 2563. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. ADJOURNMENT Securities and Exchange Commission, trans- Act) section 8G(h)(2); to the Committee on mitting the Commission’s ‘‘Major’’ final Government Reform. Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, I rule—Management’s Report on Internal Con- 2573. A letter from the Chairman, Con- move that the House do now adjourn. trol over financial reporting and certifi- sumer Product Safety Commission, trans- The motion was agreed to; accord- cation of disclosure in exchange act periodic mitting the semiannual report on the activi- ingly (at 11 o’clock and 59 minutes reports [Release Nos. 33-8238; 34-47986; IC- ties of the Office of Inspector General for the p.m.), under its previous order, the 26068; File Nos. S7-40-02; S7-06-03] (RIN: 3235- period October 1, 2002 through March 31, 2003, House adjourned until tomorrow, Tues- AI66 and 3235-AI79) received June 5, 2003, pur- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- day, June 10, 2003, at 10:30 a.m., for section 5(b); to the Committee on Govern- mittee on Financial Services. ment Reform. morning hour debates. 2564. A letter from the Director, Regula- 2574. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- f tions Policy and Management Staff, Depart- ment of Veterans Affairs, transmitting the ment of Health and Human Services, trans- semiannual report on activities of the In- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, mitting the Department’s final rule—Label- spector General for the period October 1, ETC. ing for Oral and Rectal Over-the-Counter 2002, through March 31, 2003, pursuant to 5 Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive Drug Products Containing Aspirin and Non- U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) section 5(b); to communications were taken from the aspirin Salicylates; Reye’s Syndrome Warn- the Committee on Government Reform. Speaker’s table and referred as follows: ing [Docket No. 93N-0182 and 82N-0166] (RIN: 2575. A letter from the Chairman, National 0910-AA01) received June 2, 2003, pursuant to Credit Union Administration, transmitting 2554. A letter from the Congressional Re- 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the semiannual report on the activities of view Coordinator, Department of Agri- Energy and Commerce. the Inspector General for October 1, 2002, culture, transmitting the Department’s final 2565. A letter from the Administrator, En- through March 31, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. rule—Exotic Newcastle Disease; Removal of vironmental Protection Agency, transmit- app. (Insp. Gen. Act) section 8G(h)(2); to the Areas From Quarantine [Docket No. 02-117-6] ting the Agency’s report entitled, ‘‘The Committee on Government Reform. received May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Pro- 2576. A letter from the Director, Office of 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- gram: Report to Congress’’; to the Com- National Drug Control Policy, transmitting culture. mittee on Energy and Commerce. a report on the ‘‘Fiscal Year 2002 Accounting 2555. A letter from the Congressional Re- 2566. A letter from the Principal Deputy of Drug Control Funds’’; to the Committee view Coordinator, Department of Agri- Associate Administrator, Environmental on Government Reform. culture, transmitting the Department’s final Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 2577. A letter from the Chairman, U.S. rule—Ports Designated for Exportation of cy’s final rule—Approval and Promulgation International Trade Commission, transmit- Livestock; Portland, OR [Docket No. 02-127- of State Plans for Designated Facilities and ting the semiannual report on the activities 1] received May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Pollutants; Large Municipal Waste Combus- of the Office of Inspector General for the pe- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- tors; California [CA216-0400; FRL-7510-2] re- riod October 1, 2002 through March 31, 2003, culture. ceived June 5, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) 2556. A letter from the Principal Deputy 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and section 8G(h)(2); to the Committee on Gov- Associate Administrator, Environmental Commerce. ernment Reform. Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- 2567. A letter from the Principal Deputy 2578. A letter from the Rules Adminis- cy’s final rule—Thymol and Eucalyptus Oil; Associate Administrator, Environmental trator, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Depart- Exemptions from the Requirement of a Tol- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- ment of Justice, transmitting the Depart- erance [OPP-2003-0002; FRL-7308-1] received cy’s final rule—Approval and Promulgation ment’s final rule—Public Works and Commu- June 3, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Dis- nity Service Projects [BOP-1002-F] (RIN: to the Committee on Agriculture. trict of Columbia; Determining Conformity 1120-AA03) received May 13, 2003, pursuant to 2557. A letter from the Acting General of Federal Actions to State or Federal Im- 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland plementation Plans [DC042-2031a; FRL-7507-4] Judiciary. Security, transmitting the Department’s received June 3, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2579. A letter from the Congressional Medal final rule—Changes in Flood Elevation De- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and of Honor Society of the United States of terminations [Docket No. FEMA-D-7537] re- Commerce. America, transmitting the annual financial ceived May 27, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2568. A letter from the Principal Deputy report of the Society for calendar year 2002, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Financial Associate Administrator, Environmental pursuant to 36 U.S.C. 1101(19) and 1103; to the Services. Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- Committee on the Judiciary. 2558. A letter from the Acting General cy’s final rule—Revisions to the California 2580. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Counsel, FEMA, Department of Homeland State Implementation Plan, Bay Area Air and Administrative Law, USCG, Department

VerDate Jan 31 2003 04:21 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09JN7.082 H09PT1 H5088 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE June 9, 2003 of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- [Pursuant to the order of the House on June 5, at least 10 years during the member’s mili- partment’s final rule—Safety Zone; Colorado 2003 the following report was filed on June 6, tary service and if the former spouse left the River, Between Davis Dam and Laughlin 2003] marriage due to domestic violence or un- Bridge (This section of the Colorado River Mr. YOUNG of Alaska: Committee on bearable conditions; to the Committee on divides Arizona and Nevada) [COTP: San Transportation and Infrastructure. H.R. 2115. Armed Services. Diego 03-019] (RIN: 1625-AA00) received May A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, By Mr. MOORE (for himself, Mr. TAY- 23, 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to to reauthorize programs for the Federal LOR of Mississippi, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. the Committee on Transportation and Infra- Aviation Administration, and for other pur- RODRIGUEZ, Mr. FILNER, Mr. GOR- structure. poses; with an amendment (Rept. 108–143). DON,Mr. CASE, Mr. FRANK of Massa- 2581. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Referred to the Committee of the Whole chusetts, Mr. STRICKLAND, Mr. PE- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department House on the State of the Union. TERSON of Minnesota, Mr. ETHERIDGE, of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- Mr. ALLEN, Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee, [Submitted June 9, 2003] partment’s final rule—Safety Zone Regula- Mr. MICHAUD, and Ms. LEE): tion; Fort Vancouver Fireworks Display, Co- Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the H.R. 2394. A bill to require full funding of lumbia River, Vancouver, Washington Judiciary. H.R. 1115. A bill to amend the pro- part A of title I of the Elementary and Sec- [CGD13-03-001] (RIN: 1625-AA00 (Formerly cedures that apply to consideration of inter- ondary Education Act of 1965, as amended by RIN: 2115-AA97)) received May 23, 2003, pursu- state class actions to assure fairer outcomes the No Child Left Behind Actof 2001; to the ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee for class members and defendants, to outlaw Committee on Education and the Workforce. on Transportation and Infrastructure. certain practices that provide inadequate By Mr. RADANOVICH (for himself, Mr. 2582. A letter from the Chief, Regulations settlements for class members, to assure DOOLITTLE, Mr. HERGER, Mr. NUNES, and Administrative Law, USCG, Department that attorneys do not receive a dispropor- and Mr. OSE): of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- tionate amount of settlements at the ex- H.R. 2395. A bill to provide suitable alter- partment’s final rule—Drawbridge Operation pense of class members, to provide for clear- native grazing arrangements on National Regulations; Berwick Bay, Morgan City, LA er and simpler information in class action Forest System land to persons that hold a [CGD08-03-023] received May 23, 2003, pursu- settlement notices, to assure prompt consid- grazing permit adversely affectedby the ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee eration of interstate class actions, to amend standards and guidelines contained in the on Transportation and Infrastructure. title 28, United States Code, to allow the ap- Record of Decision of theSierra Nevada For- 2583. A letter from the Chief, Regulations plication of the principles of Federal diver- est Plan Amendment and pertaining to the and Administrative Law, USCG, Department sity jurisdiction to interstate class actions, Willow Flycatcherand the Yosemite Toad; to of Homeland Security, transmitting the De- and for other purposes; with an amendment the Committee on Resources. partment’s final rule—Notification of Ar- (Rept. 108–144). Referred to the Committee of By Ms. SOLIS (for herself, Mrs. APOLITANO, Mr. LANTOS, Mr. GEORGE rival in U.S. Ports [USCG-2002-11865] (RIN: the Whole House on the State of the Union. N MILLER of California, Mr. THOMPSON 1625-AA41) received May 23, 2003, pursuant to Mr. LINDER: Committee on Rules. House of California, Mrs. BONO, Ms. WAT- 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resolution 263. Resolution providing for con- SON, Ms. LEE, Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ Transportation and Infrastructure. sideration of the bill (H.R. 2143) to prevent of California, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Ms. 2584. A letter from the Administrator, De- the use of certain bank instruments for un- HARMAN, Ms. LOFGREN, Ms. LINDA T. partment of Transportation, transmitting lawful Internet gambling, and for other pur- SANCHEZ of California, Mr. HONDA, the Department’s report pursuant to Section poses (Rept 108–145). Referred to the House Mr. BECERRA, Mr. BACA, Ms. ROYBAL- 1403(c) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Calendar. ALLARD, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. SHERMAN, Pub. L. 107-296; to the Committee on Trans- f Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. WAXMAN, Ms. portation and Infrastructure. ESHOO, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. ISSA, Mr. OSE, 2585. A letter from the Regulations Coordi- TIME LIMITATION OF REFERRED Mr. MATSUI, Ms. MILLENDER-MCDON- nator, Department of Health and Human BILL ALD, Mr. BERMAN, Mr. POMBO, Mr. Services, transmitting the Department’s Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XII, the ROHRABACHER, Mr. FILNER, Mr. ‘‘Major’’ final rule—Medicare Program; following action was taken by the CARDOZA, Mr. CALVERT, Mr. DOO- Change in Methodology for Determining Speaker: LITTLE, Mr. STARK,Ms. WATERS, Mr. Payment for Extraordinarily High-Cost LEWIS of California, Mrs. DAVIS of Cases (Cost Outliers) Under the Acute Care [Omitted from the Record of June 5, 2003] California, Mr. HERGER, Mr. Hospital Inpatient and Long-Term Care Hos- H.R. 1460. Referral to the Committee on CUNNINGHAM, Mr. FARR, Mr. THOMAS, pital Prospective Payment Systems [CMS- Small Business extended for a period ending Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California, 1243-F] (RIN: 0938-AM41) received June 6, not later than July 7, 2003. Mr. COX, Mr. HUNTER, Mr. RADANO- 2003, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the [Submitted June 9, 2003] VICH, Mr. DOOLEY of California, Mr. Committee on Ways and Means. H.R. 1950. Referral to the Committees on MCKEON, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. ROYCE, Mr. 2586. A letter from the Deputy Secretary, Armed Services, Energy and Commerce, and GALLEGLY, Mr. NUNES, and Mr. Department of Defense, transmitting notifi- the Judiciary extended for a period ending DREIER): cation of approved payment to the Govern- not later than June 16, 2003. H.R. 2396. A bill to designate the facility of ment of Slovakia pursuant to Pub. L. 107-206; f the United States Postal Service located at jointly to the Committees on Armed Serv- 1210 Highland Avenue in Duarte, California, ices and Appropriations. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS as the ‘‘Francisco A. Martinez Flores Post 2587. A letter from the Chairman, Congres- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public Office‘‘; to the Committee on Government sional Award Board, transmitting the 2002- Reform. 2003 activities of the Congressional Award bills and resolutions were introduced By Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas (for program, pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 802(e); jointly and severally referred, as follows: himself, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. COBLE, and to the Committees on Government Reform By Mr. SMITH of Texas (for himself, Mr. CONYERS): and Education and the Workforce. Mr. BERMAN, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. H. Con. Res. 212. Concurrent resolution rec- COBLE, Mr. GOODLATTE, Mr. GREEN of ognizing and supporting the goals and ideals f Wisconsin, Ms. HART, Mr. BOUCHER, of the Year of the Korean War Veteran, and REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. WEXLER, and Ms. for other purposes; to the Committee on Vet- BALDWIN): erans’ Affairs. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS H.R. 2391. A bill to amend title 35, United By Mr. VAN HOLLEN (for himself, Mr. Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of States Code, to promote research among uni- ABERCROMBIE, Mr. BAIRD, Ms. BALD- committees were delivered to the Clerk versities, the public sector, and private en- WIN, Mr. BISHOP of New York, Mr. for printing and reference to the proper terprise; to the Committee on the Judiciary. BROWN of Ohio, Mr. CARDIN, Ms. CAR- calendar, as follows: By Mr. CASTLE (for himself, Mr. TAN- SON of Indiana, Mr. CLYBURN, Mr. NER, Mr. UPTON, Mr. MOORE, Mr. COOPER, Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. [Omitted from the Record of June 5, 2003] BOEHLERT, and Mr. ALEXANDER): CUMMINGS,Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey: Committee on H.R. 2392. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- DELAHUNT, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. Veterans’ Affairs. H.R. 1460. A bill to amend enue Code of 1986 to accelerate the increase DOGGETT, Mr. DOYLE, Mr. EMANUEL, title 38, United States Code, to permit the in the refundability of the child tax credit, Mr. FARR, Mr. FILNER, Mr. FORD, Mr. use of education benefits under such title for and for other purposes; to the Committee on FRANK of Massachusetts, Mr. FROST, certain entrepreneurship courses, to permit Ways and Means. Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. HILL, Mr. HIN- veterans enrolled in a vocational rehabilita- By Mr. FILNER: CHEY, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. HOLT, Mr. tion program under chapter 31 of such title H.R. 2393. A bill to provide that HOYER, Mr. INSLEE, Mr. ISRAEL, Ms. to have self-employment as a vocational unremarried former spouses of retired and JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Ms. EDDIE goal, and for other purposes; with amend- career members of the Armed Forces shall be BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas, Ms. KAP- ments (Rept. 108–142 Pt. 1). Ordered to be entitled to military health care and com- TUR, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. KILPATRICK, Mr. printed. missary and exchange benefits if married for LANGEVIN, Mr. LANTOS, Ms. LEE, Mr.

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LEWIS of Georgia, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. H.R. 1100: Mr. CRANE. H.R. 2030: Mrs. CAPPS. LYNCH, Mrs. MALONEY, Mr. MARKEY, H.R. 1115: Mrs. BIGGERT, Mr. FRANKS of Ar- H.R. 2096: Mr. HASTINGS of Washington, Mr. Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri, Ms. izona, Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota, Mr. SES- MURPHY, Mr. TERRY, Mr. CARDOZA, and Mr. MCCOLLUM, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. SIONS, Mr. OSBORNE, Mr. DEMINT, Mr. PLATTS. MENENDEZ, Mr. MICHAUD, Ms. SOUDER, Mr. SCHROCK, Mr. HENSARLING, Mr. H.R. 2118: Mr. SHAYS, Mr. WILSON of South MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. GEORGE PUTNAM, Mr. SULLIVAN, Mr. MICA, and Mr. Carolina, and Mr. JANKLOW. MILLER of California, Mr. MILLER of CALVERT. H.R. 2176: Mr. CALVERT. North Carolina,Mr. MORAN of Vir- H.R. 1125: Mr. KIRK, Mr. PETERSON of Penn- H.R. 2193: Mrs. MALONEY. ginia, Ms. NORTON, Mr. OBERSTAR, sylvania, Mr. PLATTS, Mr. INSLEE, and Mr. H.R. 2198: Mrs. JONES of Ohio and Mr. Mr. OLVER, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. WHITFIELD. CRAMER. PASCRELL, Mr. PASTOR, Mr. PAYNE, H.R. 1146: Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. H.R. 2202: Mr. MILLER of Florida and Ms. Mr. POMEROY, Mr. PRICE of North H.R. 1157: Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts and CORRINE BROWN of Florida. Mr. DUNCAN. Carolina, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. H.R. 2207: Mr. OWENS. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. ROTHMAN, Ms. ROY- H.R. 1196: Ms. CARSON of Indiana and Ms. H.R. 2208: Mrs. MUSGRAVE, Mr. LUCAS of BAL-ALLARD, Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, WOOLSEY. Kentucky, Mr. COOPER, Mr. HOBSON, and Mr. Mr. RUSH, Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Mr. H.R. 1199: Mr. KUCINICH. ROGERS of Kentucky. SANDERS, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. H.R. 1205: Ms. LEE, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, H.R. 2233: Mr. DEFAZIO. SCOTT of Virginia, Mr. SERRANO, Ms. Mr. RANGEL, and Mr. CROWLEY. H.R. 2260: Mr. FILNER, Mr. WOLF, and Mr. SLAUGHTER, Ms. SOLIS, Mr. SPRATT, H.R. 1250: Mr. HAYWORTH. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. STARK, Mr. STRICKLAND, Mr. H.R. 1259: Mr. OWENS and Mr. ROSS. H.R. 2284: Mr. FILNER, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. HIN- TOWNS, Mr. UDALL of Colorado, Ms. H.R. 1268: Mr. KILDEE, Mr. NEAL of Massa- CHEY, Mr. UDALL of New Mexico, Mr. WATERS, Ms. WOOLSEY, and Mr. chusetts, and Ms. LEE. SERRANO, and Ms. CARSON of Indiana. WYNN): H.R. 1276: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. H. Con. Res. 213. Concurrent resolution ex- H.R. 1279: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, H.R. 2286: Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. CLAY, Mr. GREEN pressing the sense of the Congress that Fed- Ms. MCCOLLUM, and Mr. ROTHMAN. of Texas, Mr. PASTOR, Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ eral taxcollection services should not be paid H.R. 1283: Mr. TOWNS and Mr. PAYNE. of California, Mr. BISHOP of New York, and for on the basis of a commission oras a per- H.R. 1295: Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. WEXLER. centage of taxes collected; to the Committee H.R. 1305: Mr. JENKINS, Mr. SHIMKUS and H.R. 2291: Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. DAVIS of on Ways and Means. Mr. WHITFIELD. Tennessee, and Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. By Mr. PLATTS: H.R. 1336: Mr. FROST, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. H.R. 2300: Mr. OWENS, Ms. LOFGREN, and H. Res. 262. A resolution supporting the HAYWORTH, and Mr. STRICKLAND. Mr. WEXLER. goals and ideals of Pancreatic Cancer H.R. 1340: Mr. LANTOS and Mr. BELL. H.R. 2318: Mr. PAUL. AwarenessMonth; to the Committee on Gov- H.R. 1377: Mrs. KELLY, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. H.R. 2319: Mr. CHABOT. ernment Reform. BOUCHER, and Mrs. MALONEY. H.R. 2325: Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. TURNER of H.R. 1429: Mr. DAVIS of Alabama. f Texas, Mr. GREEN of Texas, Mr. KIND, Mr. H.R. 1470: Mr. ROSS and Mr. BELL. ETHERIDGE, Mr. WAXMAN, Mr. MOORE, Mr. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS H.R. 1473: Ms. SLAUGHTER. KILDEE, Ms. KILPATRICK, Mr. WEINER, Mrs. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 1478: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. JONES of Ohio, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. H.R. 1482: Mr. MCDERMOTT, Ms. JACKSON- were added to public bills and resolu- HARMAN, Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. LEE of Texas, Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts, HONDA, Mr. BALLANCE, Mr. UDALL of Colo- tions as follows: Mr. FILNER, and Mrs. CAPPS. rado, Mr. CLAY, Mr. COSTELLO, Mr. SABO, Mr. H.R. 58: Mr. BACA, Mr. BURNS, Mr. ISRAEL, H.R. 1523: Mr. BURGESS, Mr. FLETCHER, Ms. RUSH, Mr. FARR, and Mr. RAHALL. and Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina. WOOLSEY, and Mr. MILLER of Florida. H.R. 2333: Mr. SANDLIN, Mr. SNYDER, Mr. H.R. 140: Mr. MURTHA. H.R. 1536: Mr. WELLER. TANNER, Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. ROSS, Mr. PICK- H.R. 195: Mr. BRADY of Texas. H.R. 1565: Mr. REYES and Ms. WOOLSEY. ERING, and Mr. HEFLEY. H.R. 218: Mr. CAMP and Mr. CARTER. H.R. 1580: Mr. GUTIERREZ. H.R. 2342: Mr. MCNULTY. H.R. 284: Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of Cali- H.R. 1612: Mr. BURGESS. H.R. 2351: Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Ms. fornia and Mr. CASTLE. H.R. 1657: Mr. HINOJOSA and Mr. OWENS. HART, and Mr. GREENWOOD. H.R. 290: Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky. H.R. 1675: Mr. UDALL of New Mexico, Mr. H.R. 2358: Mr. SMITH of Texas. H.R. 294: Mr. BURGESS. JONES of North Carolina, and Mr. HEFLEY. H.R. 2370: Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania and H.R. 296: Mr. VISCLOSKY. H.R. 1711: Mr. HEFLEY and Mr. Mr. FROST. H.R. 300: Mr. SCHROCK and Mr. SESSIONS. BLUMENAUER. H.R. 302: Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. H.R. 2377: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY and Mr. ABER- H.R. 1716: Mr. GILLMOR. H.R. 303: Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, Mr. CROMBIE. H.R. 1723: Ms. MCCOLLUM. JANKLOW, Mrs. MUSGRAVE, Mr. CRENSHAW, H.J. Res. 15: Mr. HOSTETTLER. H.R. 1749: Mr. LAHOOD. Ms. LEE, Mrs. MALONEY, and Mr. ISRAEL. H.J. Res. 25: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. H.R. 1858: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. H.R. 375: Mr. SKELTON and Mr. TURNER of H.J. Res. 58: Mr. GRAVES, Mr. GOODE, and CUMMINGS, Mr. BECERRA, Mr. FROST, Mr. Ohio. Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland. STARK, Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. H.R. 391: Mr. SMITH of Texas and Mr. KING- H. Con. Res. 19: Mr. ANDREWS. MCNULTY, Mr. WEXLER, and Mr. DOYLE. STON. H. Con. Res. 37: Mr. GRIJALVA. H.R. 1870: Mr. THORNBERRY. H.R. 438: Mr. PORTER. H. Con. Res. 93: Mr. SHERMAN. H.R. 1874: Mr. DEAL of Georgia, Mr. BROWN H.R. 528: Mr. CAMP and Mr. FEENEY. H. Con. Res. 99: Mr. GEPHARDT. of Ohio, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. FRANK of Massa- H.R. 636: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H. Con. Res. 126: Mr. CUNNINGHAM and Mr. chusetts, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. MEEHAN, Mr. H.R. 648: Mr. CARTER. SOUDER. OLVER, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. KAPTUR, Mrs. H.R. 660: Mr. JANKLOW and Mr. COOPER. H. Con. Res. 130: Mr. GRIJALVA. H.R. 713: Mr. GILLMOR. MALONEY, and Mr. TURNER of Texas. H. Con. Res. 154: Ms. WATERS, Mr. ENGEL, H.R. 779: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California H.R. 1887: Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mr. TANCREDO, Ms. and Mr. BERMAN. H.R. 1910: Mr. UDALL of Colorado, Mr. MAR- WATSON, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. FORD, Mr. JACK- H.R. 806: Mr. GREENWOOD and Mrs. MYRICK. SHALL, Mr. DOGGETT, Mr. REGULA, Mr. SON of Illinois, Ms. NORTON, Mr. CUMMINGS, H.R. 857: Mr. UDALL of Colorado. SANDLIN, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. JACKSON of Illi- and Mrs. NAPOLITANO. H.R. 898: Mr. ALLEN, Mr. LARSEN of Wash- nois, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. QUINN, Mrs. H. Con. Res. 169: Mr. OWENS, Mr. WAXMAN, ington, Ms. LEE, Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky, Mr. NAPOLITANO, Mr. BASS, Ms. KILPATRICK, Mr. and Mr. BLUMENAUER. LATOURETTE, and Mr. SKELTON. KOLBE, Mr. VISCLOSKY, Mr. BERRY, Mr. H. Con. Res. 200: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H.R. 953: Mr. SHIMKUS. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. OLVER, Mr. BELL, H.R. 979: Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. LIPINSKI, and Mr. THOMPSON of Mis- H. Res. 38: Ms. MCCOLLUM. H.R. 997: Mr. PETERSON of Minnesota, Mr. sissippi. H. Res. 66: Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. PENCE, and FORBES, Mr. PLATTS, Mr. NEY, and Mr. TAY- H.R. 1943: Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland and Mr. TERRY. LOR of North Carolina. Mr. PICKERING. H. Res. 103: Mrs. MILLER of Michigan, Mr. H.R. 1043: Mr. PICKERING. H.R. 2020: Mr. GOODE, Mr. CLAY, Mr. MEEK RAMSTAD, and Mr. COBLE. H.R. 1049: Mr. HOLT. of Florida, Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee, and Mr. H. Res. 199: Ms. MCCOLLUM and Mr. LEVIN. H.R. 1063: Mr. MILLER of Florida. WELDON of Florida. H. Res. 237: Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mr. H.R. 1084: Mr. BURGESS. H.R. 2028: Mr. KING of New York, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, and Ms. KIL- H.R. 1087: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina MCCOTTER, Mr. MURPHY, Mr. RADANOVICH, PATRICK. and Ms. LEE. Mr. ROGERS of Alabama, and Mr. GERLACH. H. Res. 259: Ms. KILPATRICK.

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Vol. 149 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2003 No. 83 Senate The Senate met at 12 noon and was SCHEDULE that reauthorization of the Federal called to order by the President pro Mr. FRIST. Mr. President, this morn- Aviation Administration. tempore (Mr. STEVENS). ing there will be an hour of morning Also, we will continue to work to- The PRESIDENT pro tempore. To- business for Senators to give state- ward consent agreements on the State day’s prayer will be offered by our ments and introduce legislation. At 1 Department authorization bill as well guest Chaplain, Rev. Daniel P. Cough- p.m. today, the Senate will resume as the bioshield bill so that they can be lin, Chaplain, U.S. House of Represent- consideration of S. 14, the Energy bill. placed on the Senate’s schedule as well. atives. Chairman DOMENICI will be here and This week, we will likely—almost available for Members to come to the certainly—consider a bill on which PRAYER floor today and to offer their amend- Senator MCCONNELL has been working The guest Chaplain offered the fol- ments. related to Burma and proposed sanc- lowing prayer: Last week, in addition to finishing tions. Lord, shed upon any darkness in our action on the child tax credit and the Finally with respect to the schedule, souls the bright light of Your wisdom; Defense authorization bill, we were I would remind my colleagues that on that this body may be enlightened and able to make progress on the Energy Monday of next week—that is, 7 days serve You with purity of intention. bill. The Senate worked its will on a from today—the Senate will begin con- Monday marks the beginning of an- number of amendments relating to eth- sideration of a Medicare improvement other week of work. Bless the work of anol. We conducted six rollcall votes and prescription drug bill. Members this Senate, all its Members and all on that issue last week, and I thank all should expect busy sessions during who assist them in their noble endeav- Members in the energy debate last both this week and the 2 following or to serve this Nation. week and look forward to their contin- weeks; that is, the total of the coming May the very desire to serve You, in ued participation over the course of 3 weeks prior to the next scheduled ad- the Spirit of truth and justice, be so this week. We will continue to move journment. pleasing in Your sight that You accom- forward on this important legislation We have had a very productive ses- plish great deeds in and through Your to produce a national energy policy sion thus far. I do want to thank all people. which our Nation so badly needs. Members for their hard work and co- Let our greatness be measured by To this end, we will continue to have operation. You and You alone. Help us to never discussions with the other side of the Mr. REID. Mr. President, if I may, settle for less or live by any other aisle in an effort to reach an agreement briefly, our leader announced to the as- standard than what You expect of us. on the remaining amendments to the sembled Democrats last Thursday that With You as our source of inspira- Energy bill. We would like to finish we were not going to ask for a filing tion, our work will be sanctified and consideration of the bill this week, so deadline on amendments but we would our interaction with others laudable. it is my hope that we will have a filing request from our folks a finite list of With You as our judge, all hesitancy deadline for amendments to allow the amendments so that we could get a list will be set aside and every accomplish- chairman and the ranking member to of the amendments people wished to ment will give You glory now and for- work through an amendment list. offer. We were confident the Democrats ever. Again, we are working with the chair- were going to offer amendments that Amen. man and ranking member and our col- would be relevant to the bill. I am not f leagues to produce such a list. sure what that term means—but any- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE As a reminder, there will be a rollcall way, in keeping with the Energy bill. So we can work, then, with those who The President pro tempore led the vote today beginning at 5:45. That vote have offered amendments. Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: will be on the confirmation of the nomination of Michael Chertoff to be a I have spoken to both managers of I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the the bill. Toward the end of last week, United States of America, and to the Repub- United States Circuit Judge for the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, Third Circuit. we had a little problem in that our side indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. For the remainder of the week, had an amendment to offer and some of f Chairman DOMENICI will continue to our Senators were not here; Senator process amendments on the Energy DOMENICI wanted to offer an amend- RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY bill. In addition, we are working on an ment and some of his Senators were LEADER agreement for the FAA reauthorization not here. I hope this week we can just The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The bill. This week, we will be looking for move forward with the amendments. majority leader is recognized. the appropriate window to consider Senator DOMENICI has an amendment

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VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.000 S09PT1 S7512 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 dealing with Indians he wants to offer substantial tax relief for America’s In addition, since 1999, the rising cost right away. We hope that can be done. working families. Indeed, we have de- of health benefits has exceeded the He knows there is going to be a second- livered. growth in wages and salaries. As a re- degree amendment offered to that. Democrats spent a lot of time talk- sult, health care costs are driving up That will take several hours. ing about tax relief for minimum-wage the cost of hiring and employing work- I think we are moving down the road families. But it was the Republicans ers. In other words, good jobs are be- on this most important energy legisla- who took action and got tax relief coming more expensive—another im- tion. Once we get the amendments, we done. Thanks to Republicans, the Sen- portant reason we need to strengthen can better advise the majority leader ate now has provided tax relief for fam- Medicare, to save and preserve and and Senator DASCHLE as to how long ilies at all income levels, including strengthen and indeed modernize Medi- we estimate it will take. We have ac- middle-class families in which both care and add prescription drug cov- knowledged, in our assembled meetings parents work. Working families will erage the right way, not just giving of Democrats, that we appreciate your now have extra money in their budgets new benefits without consideration allowing the Senate to work its will, to pay the bills, to purchase clothes, to that we have an obligation to make and not, as has been done in the past put food on the table, and maybe even sure whatever we promise can be sus- on more occasions than we would like take a family road trip. tained, not just in the short term and to acknowledge, just filing cloture. Last week, we passed a second tax in the midterm but in the long term. You have indicated you are not going bill that provides additional tax relief We need to look at all the ways we to do that until you believe it is nec- for families with children. This bill in- can expand the economy, and in turn essary, and I don’t think it is nec- cluded some important tax reforms as increase the supply of good jobs for essary, at this stage. well. This second family tax relief bill America’s workers. Mr. FRIST. Mr. President, I appre- in 2 weeks creates a uniform definition If we look to the last 2 weeks and ciate the comments of the assistant of a child. Instead of five confusing and project over the next 3 weeks as we Democratic leader. We are in discus- even seemingly conflicting and sepa- have addressed tax relief and tax re- sions. The real objective is to have a rate definitions, the Tax Code has been form, a sound sustainable energy pol- list of amendments so we can have the simplified to make it easier for folks to icy as well as strengthening and im- definition to both gather support on fill out the forms and get the tax relief proving Medicare and adding a pre- both sides of the aisle and to really to which they are entitled. scription drug benefit, I think the give a focus so we can establish a road- Tax simplification has been a long- American people and our colleagues map by which we can adequately de- standing goal of Republicans. Expect will agree we are moving America for- bate, adequately amend this bill appro- more efforts on the part of Republicans ward by doing business in a sound and priately so. That is the purpose. Again, to make the Tax Code more under- productive way. we are working on both sides of the standable and less burdensome for Mr. President, I yield the floor. aisle, with the two managers of the bill America’s tax filers. f to that end. That family tax relief bill will also Mr. President, I want to very briefly accelerate the currently scheduled in- RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME comment on the last 2 weeks. As we crease in the refundability of the child The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under start each week—at least as I start tax credit, and it will phase in the the previous order, leadership time is each week, I can’t help but come in elimination of a marriage penalty that reserved. early Monday morning and look at is built into that current formulation f where we have been and project where of the credit. These fixes will allow the we are going. As I laid out the sched- child tax credit to benefit more middle- MORNING BUSINESS ule, where we are going is pretty clear, income families. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under in terms of how we will spend the next Together, just in the last 2 weeks, the previous order, there will now be a 3 weeks on the floor of the Senate. I the 2003 jobs and growth package cou- period for morning business not to ex- hope the clarity and the specific plan pled with the family tax relief bill pro- tend beyond the hour of 1 p.m., with that I lay out—recognizing it can be vide the third largest tax relief in the the time equally divided between the modified at any time and should be history of the United States. These ac- two leaders or their designees. modified according to circumstances tions have helped lift consumer con- The Senator from Maine. that arise over the course of the day, fidence. (The remarks of Ms. COLLINS per- but I hope that outlook, that vision of Interest rates and inflation remain taining to the introduction of S. 1208 where we are going, that agenda set- low. Credit conditions have improved are located in today’s RECORD under ting, does facilitate the overall action, as long-term interest rates have fallen ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and debate, and amendment process of this to their lowest levels since the 1950s. Joint Resolutions.’’) body. Families are rebalancing their debt Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I yield It also gives me the opportunity to from short-term consumer credit to the floor and suggest the absence of a look back over the last 2 weeks. In- longer term credit such as mortgages— quorum. deed, as I look back over the last 2 a wise and prudent move. We are seeing The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The weeks, we made huge progress, I be- declines in energy prices. clerk will call the roll. lieve, especially for America’s tax- We have a lot of reasons to be opti- The assistant legislative clerk pro- payers. That 2003 jobs and growth bill mistic. Economic growth increased 1.6 ceeded to call the roll. passed by Republicans in the Senate, percent in the first quarter of this Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I ask signed by President Bush, will provide year, up slightly from 1.4 percent in unanimous consent that the order for an average of $1,786 in tax relief for the last quarter of this year. Many the quorum call be rescinded. over 45 million married couples. Forty economists expect continued growth in The PRESIDENT pro tempore. With- million families with children will see the current quarter. Consensus fore- out objection, it is so ordered. their taxes lowered by over $1,549. casts expect growth to approach 3.7 The Senator is recognized. Six million single mothers will re- percent by the final quarter of this Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I under- ceive an average tax cut of over $550. year. stand we are in morning business. Twelve million elderly taxpayers will I say this in a very optimistic vein as The PRESIDENT pro tempore. That receive an average tax cut of $1,401. we look to the future. Yet there are is correct. Meanwhile, 3 million individuals and some clouds. We heard last week the f families will be taken off the tax rolls unemployment rate has risen to levels completely. last seen in the economic upturn of THE ENERGY BILL Indeed, that is progress. That is ac- 1994. This suggests the growth in the Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I will tion. That is delivery for the American economy over the last few years has talk a little bit about the pending busi- people. Republicans in the House and been in large part due to rapid produc- ness that will be before us at 1 o’clock. Senate worked hard to provide this tivity gains. That, of course, is the Energy Bill.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.003 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7513 I am pleased we are now in our sec- tricity and distributed it to your busi- do that, but we have not really set ond week of consideration of the En- ness or to your home, and those two those goals for ourselves. ergy Bill. I must say we are also in our things went right together. Now we Then, of course, finally, one of the second year of consideration of an en- have come to a situation where much things that is most important is the ergy bill. We did this last year. We of the generation is done by what is idea of having increased domestic pro- talked about it for a couple of weeks on called a market generator who does not duction. We have a great deal of fossil the floor and finally came up with a do distributing but sells it wholesale to fuel resources in this country. Coal is bill. We went to conference committee the distributor. the largest one. Coal is available to us, and were actually unable to put some- So what does that require? Obvi- but the production of coal is in two or thing together. ously, it requires the transmission ca- three areas of the country generally, so I continue to believe one of the most pacity to move that energy to where we have to find a way to produce that important things for this country at the markets are. And we have not been coal, move it to the market, and then this time is to have a policy on energy, prepared to do that. So we find our- have it in a way that is protective of a policy that begins to describe a little selves in an unusual situation. the environment. We can do that as more completely where we think we In the area of electricity, we also find well. It takes more research. We have need to be in terms of the future, what ourselves at a time when we need to to do something with cleaner air. We we have to do to achieve that vision of have a little different structure to be know we can do those things, but we where we need to be, and I think to re- able to regulate this energy. have not done them as well as we mind ourselves that we are so involved Again, as I said before, when the dis- might. with energy. Whether it is in your busi- tribution and generation was in one So there is a great deal we can do in ness, whether it is in your family, place, the State public utility commis- terms of increasing production. Fifty whether it is in defense, whether it is sions could handle all of those things. percent of my State, for example, is in the economy, energy has something Now it moves quite often across State owned by the Federal Government. to do with everything we do. lines, so that the States have less in- Under much of that land are energy re- We have let ourselves get into a posi- volvement in the movement of the sources—coal, gas, and oil—and we tion where we are 60 percent dependent electricity. So we need to develop what need to continue to find better ways to on foreign oil, much of which comes are called RTOs, regional transpor- produce those resources and, at the from that part of the world that is cer- tation organizations, which include a same time, protect the environment. tainly in turmoil much of the time. So number of States. There would be one We can do that. I am not suggesting we that is a real security problem for us, in the West, for example, that probably produce on every bit of land. Some and an economic problem as well. would include 10 or 11 States, so there should be set aside for single uses, such Right now, we find people talking are joint efforts to be able to control as wilderness. But these are all prob- about a shortage of natural gas, to be the movement of the energy as it goes lems with which we need to deal. used largely for air-conditioning when among the States and not each State I guess I will continue to emphasize it warms up in the summer. That is competing with one another to cross that this bill is not just something among the kinds of things that really State lines. There is a change in the that is dealing with today’s issues but, do have an impact on our lives which way we do things. But we have not rather, an effort to have a vision in the we could do something about. kept up with that change in terms of future of where we need to be, to be Again, one of the aspects of energy, the way we regulate or prepare for that able to fill our needs and help our econ- which I think is true of most any part movement. omy, create jobs, and have the living of our lives, is that things change, and There is a great controversy within conditions we all desire. That means, they change substantially. This is par- the Federal Energy Regulatory Com- of course, the availability of substan- ticularly true in energy, and we have mission, where FERC has moved in to tial amounts of energy. to make changes to accommodate the do more of that regulation. States do So I hope we can move forward. I differences that occur. not like that particularly. They would know there are different ideas about With regard to natural gas, for exam- like to do it closer to home. I agree how you do it and different notions, de- ple, we are using much more natural with that, but we have to have the pending upon where you live in dif- gas domestically than we did in the structure to do that. ferent parts of the country—whether past. For one thing, where we had tra- Obviously, there are other things you are in a city or in a rural area and ditionally used coal in the generation that are equally as important, such as those kinds of things. But we need to of electricity, 97 percent of the genera- the idea that we find alternative come up with the kind of policy that is tors, in the last several years, have sources of energy and are able to put good for the country. We really pretty been gas fired. Well, maybe that is all them into a situation where they are much have done this. right, but we are not properly prepared competitive economically with the old We worked hard in committee, and to do that. sources we have always had. It takes a we came up with a committee plan. Right now our biggest source of nat- lot of investment, incentive, and re- The House has a plan. There are some ural gas is in the West, the area I come search to be able to put those things differences, of course, between the two, from, in the mountain region, and Wy- together. Therefore, we need to have a but that is what our committees are oming particularly. That is our largest policy that moves us in the direction of for, to bring together the House and source of natural gas for the future. wind energy, or whatever it may be. the Senate versions on various issues But our problem is we did not expect One of the real opportunities the and come together with the one that that, and we have not had the proper President has talked about and we will be acceptable to the Congress and, delivery system to move that gas from ought to be doing something about is in this case, also acceptable to the ad- where it is available to the market- converting coal, for example, to hydro- ministration. place. Now we do not have the capacity gen so that it can be much cleaner for The President and the Vice Presi- to move the amount of gas we have its use, so that it can be more easily dent, of course, have been very sup- available, so if there is a shortage, it is moved about for its use, and it could portive of an energy policy, and they not going to be a shortage of the re- even be used in automobiles, if we continue to be. They have had some source; it is going to be a shortage of could find a way to do that. It takes re- ideas that have all been put into the our ability to have an infrastructure to search and incentive and money to do plan or talked about in the plan. move the gas where it needs to go. that. So alternatives are also impor- So we are off on it again this after- There are other types of energy in tant. noon. We will be doing some things on the very same position. I mentioned Along with that, of course, there is a nuclear power. It is interesting, again, electricity. There was a time when provision for research, so that we can to talk about what nuclear could be in electric utilities generated and distrib- find new ways to do things, so we can the future. Right now, most people uted their resource in the same area. If find a way to have more conservation don’t realize how much nuclear power you were served by a particular com- and be able to use energy with more of is being generated. In some States, 30 pany, that company generated the elec- a thought toward conservation. We can percent of the power is nuclear. It is

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.006 S09PT1 S7514 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 probably the cleanest way to produce I was particularly struck by some- funeral when Norma, a very strong and electricity, although there are some thing Al once noted about his success. courageous woman, spoke about her problems. One is the waste that comes This is what he said: life with Al. I remember her saying: from nuclear use. We can resolve some This is the only country in the world [Al] took us from where we were to beyond of those issues. [where] that would be possible. The only where we even would have dreamed we are Mr. President, I hope we can move in country in the world for a guy like me with now. . . . He had an unwavering commitment that direction. I want to continue to nothing—no background, no sport, no con- to helping others and he was the most gen- work at it. nections, nothing to help me, and no talent. erous man I’ve ever known. There was al- I yield the floor and suggest the ab- It wasn’t that I was a great violin player or ways someone he wanted to help, whether a great something. Where a guy like me they were sick, financially troubled or just sence of a quorum. could just sort of figure it out every day and needed a good friend. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The at some point wake up and say: ‘‘You did clerk will call the roll. That was Al Lerner. pretty good.’’ I extend my thoughts and prayers to The assistant legislative clerk pro- Indeed, Al Lerner did pretty well. His ceeded to call the roll. the entire Lerner family—especially accomplishments, both in terms of his Norma, Randy and Nancy—and to the Mr. DEWINE. Mr. President, I ask personal success as well as his ability unanimous consent that the order for families, friends, and community mem- to lend a helping hand to his fellow bers who worked with Al and the orga- the quorum call be rescinded. citizens and community members, are The PRESIDENT pro tempore. With- nizations he supported. As Sir Winston clear indications of his success and his Churchill once said: out objection, it is so ordered. The compassion and, yes, his humanity. Chair recognizes the Senator from We make a living by what we get, we make Al Lerner led by example. He served a life by what we give. Ohio. his country as a Marine Corps officer Mr. DEWINE. I thank the Chair. and a pilot from 1955 through 1957 and Few men have adhered more closely f later continued his service by becom- to this wise adage than Alfred Lerner. I am very pleased that last week the TRIBUTE TO ALFRED LERNER ing a director of the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation. Senate passed a resolution that my Mr. DEWINE. Mr. President, I rise His service to our country did not friend and colleague from Ohio, Sen- today to pay tribute to and recognize end with his departure from the Armed ator GEORGE VOINOVICH, and I intro- the accomplishments of a great man Forces. Al was known in particular for duced that recognizes Al Lerner’s life, and a great leader—Alfred ‘‘Al’’ Learn- his extremely generous contributions achievements, and contributions. This er. Mr. Learner passed away on October to local and national charities, includ- commemorative resolution is the least 23, 2002, at the age of 69, following a ing a contribution of $10 million in 1993 we can do in the Senate, on behalf of courageous battle against cancer. He to Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hos- the entire Nation, to honor a man who left behind a lasting legacy of hard pital in Cleveland, OH, a donation of dedicated his life to honoring his fellow work and remarkable generosity. Al $16 million to support construction of Americans. I thank Al for all his con- gave so much of himself. He never hesi- the Lerner Research Institute, and a tributions to our State and Nation. tated to share his good fortune with his donation of $100 million to the Cleve- I thank the Chair and yield the floor. fellow citizens, particularly those who land Clinic, one of the largest dona- I suggest the absence of a quorum. were most in need. tions to academic medicine in the his- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Al Learner was a man who not only tory of our Nation. clerk will call the roll. believed strongly in the American His humility and his dedication to The assistant legislative clerk pro- dream, he also lived it. He was born the fellow citizens is nowhere better evi- ceeded to call the roll. son of Russian immigrants in Brook- denced than in the quiet contributions The PRESIDENT pro tempore. In my lyn, NY, in 1933. He graduated from he worked to provide for families of capacity as a Senator from Alaska, I Brooklyn Technical High School in 1951 victims of the tragic September 11, ask unanimous consent the quorum and received a B.A. from Columbia Col- 2001, terrorist attacks. call be rescinded. lege in 1955. After college, in the early He helped raise funds, through his af- Without objection, it is so ordered. 1960s, he took a job with the Broyhill filiation with the MBNA Corporation f Furniture Company as a salesman. His and the Cleveland Browns, for the CONCLUSION OF MORNING work for Broyhill took him from New Cleveland Browns Hero Fund to aid BUSINESS York to Baltimore and ultimately to families from the New York City Fire The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Morn- his home in Cleveland. and Police Departments who suffered ing business is closed. With him on this journey—with him, the loss of a parent. always by his side—was his best friend, Al continued his service to the coun- f his partner, his wife, Norma. Al and try following the September 11 attacks NEW PAGES Norma were high school sweethearts, by serving as one of 15 members of the The PRESIDENT pro tempore. I ask and they were inseparable. Together President’s Foreign Intelligence Advi- unanimous consent the names of the they shared 43 years of marriage, and sory Board, advising President Bush on new pages serving the Senate during together they raised their two chil- the quality and adequacy of intel- the summer be printed in the RECORD. dren, Randy and Nancy. Al and Nor- ligence collection to improve the secu- There being no objection, the mate- ma’s commitment to each other and rity of our homeland. rial was ordered to be printed in the their children was a strong one. They Al Lerner was an American patriot, a RECORD, as follows: were both well known for attending patriot with a purpose and one who every school function and every after- succeeded remarkably in achieving SENATE PAGE PROGRAM—2003 SUMMER school game their children were in- what he set out to accomplish. By em- SESSION 1: JUNE 9–JUNE 27 volved in, setting their professional bracing the American dream and dedi- Chris Amon, Yankton, South Dakota; lives aside to spend time with their Sonia Anand, Potomac, Maryland; Alicia cating himself to sharing with his fel- Bell, Fullerton, California; J. David Burton, family. low citizens the good fortune that re- Owensboro, Kentucky; Angela Cacace, Ken- When Al was not spending time with sulted from his pursuit of it, Al truly sington, Maryland; Gavin Chanin, Studio his family, he was working tirelessly in distinguished himself as an out- City, California; Sarah Catherine Crutcher, his beloved community. Al’s numerous standing American, and certainly one Madison, Mississippi; Laura Cunningham, professional accomplishments included worthy of the respect of the Senate. Washington, DC; John Curran, Las Vegas, his service as chairman and chief exec- As I think about Al’s life, I am re- Nevada; Nicholas D’Addario, Trumbull, Con- utive officer of MBNA Corporation, minded of the strong bond he shared necticut; Jacqueline Devereaux, Pembroke, chairman and owner of the Cleveland with his wife Norma. They were such Virginia; Elizabeth Drumheller, Shelburne, Vermont; Nicole Durbin, West Lafayette, In- Browns, and trustee of Columbia Uni- good friends and were really partners diana; Mitch Erdel, Columbia, Missouri; and versity, Case Western Reserve Univer- in life, working side-by-side, together, Chase Erkins, Bliss, Idaho. sity, and New York Presbyterian Hos- to raise their family and to help their Bethany Gaikowski, Webster, South Da- pital. community. I was quite touched at Al’s kota; W. Daniel George, Anchorage, Alaska;

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.008 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7515 Trey Grover, West Tallahassee, Florida; Seth significance of these loan guarantees ican economy by creating jobs at Halpern, New Haven, Connecticut; Chris- and what I see as the fallacious nature home, the AFL–CIO will back it. I am topher Hart, Ashton, Maryland; David of the arguments against them but grateful they are doing so today. Heidrich, Jr., Oxford, Maine; Barron merely to state the broad support at One of the letters from the Building Hewetson; Bedford, Indiana; Leah Hirsch, and Construction Trades Department Springdale, Arkansas; Emily Hollings, this point for the proposal. Charleston, South Carolina; Matthew John- No one is surprised that provisions in of the AFL–CIO says: son, Wilmington, Delaware; Adam Kasold, this bill are strongly supported by the The fifteen unions comprising the Building Alexandria, Virginia; Blair Kauffman, Mys- utilities and groups such as the Nu- and Construction Department consider nu- tic, Connecticut; Stephanie Kelman, Phoe- clear Energy Institute, but today on clear power an integral, emission-free com- nix, Arizona; and David Marquardt, Salt my desk I found letters from unions, ponent in a broad array of national energy Lake City, Utah. academics, and broad groups from in- choices. And, not unlike the current state of Carissa Marquis, Weatherford, Oklahoma; dustry. To some extent, that was a sur- Federal transportation and water systems, Taylor Mitchell, Alexandria, Virginia; Mar- our domestic energy infrastructure is in need prise. I greatly appreciate their sup- of a serious upgrade and American workers got Murphy, Hunting Valley, Ohio; Matthew port and want to spend a few moments Nemer, Nashville, Tennessee, H. Ross Perot, are in dire need of the jobs created. III, Dallas, Texas; Sumner Powell, Alexan- going over their reasons for supporting The construction of these new plants will dria, Virginia; Brock Synder, Bowie, Mary- this measure, which I consider to be so create significant employment opportunities land; David Straszheim, Chevy Chase, Mary- important for our country. One is a let- for our highly skilled members. The con- land; Logan Swogger, Miles City, Montana; ter from John Duetch. struction of just one new nuclear power Fulton Taylor, Alexandria, Virginia; Claire I don’t think I have to explain to the plant would stimulate the economy by cre- Wasserman, Washington, DC; Hayley Wilson, Senate who John Deutch is. In terms of ating between 2,000 and 3,000 family wage Jamestown, North Dakota; and Michael physics, energy, and nuclear energy construction jobs. And, maintaining and op- Zerihun, Oxon Hill, Maryland. erating that plant would create an addi- matters, he is a ranking expert. He is tional 1,000–1,500 permanent, full-time, high f perhaps the James Schlesinger of the paying jobs. ENERGY POLICY ACT OF 2003 Democratic Party. His letter is accom- The other letter I received was from panied by a Ph.D. from Massachusetts The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Under the Metal Trades Department. It reads Institute of Technology, well known in in part: the previous order, the Senate will re- academic circles, named Ernie Munis. On behalf of the AFL–CIO Metal Trade De- sume consideration of S. 14, which the For those who are not familiar, he clerk will report. partment, I urge you to support provisions in served as the head of the nuclear part the pending energy policy legislation that A bill (S. 14) to enhance the energy secu- of the Department of Energy during would enable the construction of new nu- rity of the United States, and for other pur- the Democratic administrations pre- clear power plants in the U.S. poses. ceding the Republicans during the last America’s power demands are growing ex- Pending: 12 years. ponentially. A rational and effective energy policy depends upon a diverse mix of fuels Campbell/Domenici Amendment No. 864, to Munis joins Dr. Deutch and they con- and technologies, including nuclear fuel. The replace ‘‘tribal consortia’’ with ‘‘tribal en- currently chair an MIT-sponsored health of the nation’s economy will require ergy resource development organizations’’. study on the future of nuclear power. the construction of new nuclear facilities to The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. AL- I note the presence of the junior Sen- ensure adequate power resources. EXANDER). The Chair, in his capacity as ator from New Mexico and minority Loan guarantees for new nuclear power the Senator from Tennessee, suggests manager. All I have done so far is talk plants are a critical element of the energy the absence of a quorum. about some support, and the letter I legislation. We urge you to support them. The clerk will call the roll. am alluding to he is aware of. Letters will be forthcoming and will The bill clerk proceeded to call the I met with Drs. Deutch and Munis be circulated to Senators. I could not roll. last week and asked for their views on have said it better myself had I been Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask the nuclear loan guarantee provisions preparing a speech. Rather than the unanimous consent that the order for in the bill. Their letter reads: numerous ad lib comments I made the quorum call be rescinded. We believe such assistance is important heretofore, I could not have said better and justified, and that action taken now will what has been said by those who write The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without influence future investment decisions on nu- objection, it is so ordered. clear power generation. in behalf of the working men and women who need good jobs and who Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I note In fact, they propose what some have great skills that can put together the presence of Senator DORGAN. I un- would consider to be an even more di- these needed facilities. The Chamber of derstand he will shortly, at his dis- rect subsidy for new nuclear power- Commerce sent one of its key vote posal, offer some amendments with ref- plants. Their letter explains: alerts about the Wyden-Sununu amend- erence to hydrogen; is that correct? The mechanism [they] propose for this as- Mr. DORGAN. Yes. sistance is a production tax credit of 1.7 ment. The Chamber is straightforward: Mr. DOMENICI. And the occupant of cents per kilowatt hour up to a total of $200 Our Nation’s economic vitality and energy the Chair will be finished at 2 o’clock million per 1000 megawatt plant. security rely upon the ability to utilize a diverse array of fuels and technology to gen- and will manage the bill for a while for We did not do that in the bill. We had us during the time he is discussing his, erate electricity. Nuclear energy plays a contemplated it at various times dur- vital role in assuring this diversity, pro- and we will perhaps speak in opposi- ing the evolution of the legislation and ducing some twenty percent of the country’s tion. In any event, the Senator from thought for different reasons that the electricity. Resources for research and devel- New Mexico will also do that. I may be loan guarantee might be preferable. We opment of energy sources ranging from clean gone for just a while. I have a state- now have a letter that says either of coal and geothermal to wind and even fusion ment with reference to some of the the two would be good, and for the first are provided by S. 14. To eliminate support support that has been forthcoming over time two very powerful people say both for any of these sources would be near-sight- ed and risk energy stability in the years to the weekend that I want to read into would be good for our country. the record so Senators are aware of come, perhaps leading to devastating eco- I received letters today from the nomic effects. where the various groups in our coun- AFL–CIO, and I am most grateful for The U.S. Chamber of Commerce urges you try are with reference to the amend- their support because I know it is not to vote against the Wyden-Sununu amendment to strike the loan guarantees always easy for groups to support mat- ment to S. 14. that are pending under the bill, S. 14. I ters that pertain to nuclear power. I Mr. President, the National Electro- will do that and then I will yield the believe, as we have been saying for a Industry Manufacturing Association floor. It won’t take me very long. number of days, nuclear power has ar- issued a press release today that cer- I am grateful that so broad a coali- rived. The question is, How will it tainly sums up my position and, hope- tion of interest groups has been willing come on the scene so that America and fully, the position of many in the Sen- to send letters supporting the nuclear the world can find out, once again, ate. In the press release they say: loan guarantee provisions in the En- what it is all about. The reliability and security of our nation’s ergy bill. I do not intend today to go I do know without a doubt that if a energy supply requires us to have a diverse into detail analyzing the relevance and bill is going to be good for the Amer- energy portfolio, including nuclear power.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.002 S09PT1 S7516 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 Votes against incentives, particularly loan ward a hydrogen economy, which is This graph shows what is happening guarantees, are a vote against reliable, low something the President talked about with respect to consumption and do- cost, stable, and environmentally friendly doing. Targets and timetables, what I mestic supply of oil. We are importing energy supplies. It is also a vote against jobs mean by that is we cannot enforce tar- 55 percent of our oil at the moment, and a stronger economy. gets and timetables that are absolute, much of it from very troubled parts of Mr. President, I yield the floor. but we can as a Senate think big and the world, and that is expected to grow The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- decide to see if we can establish some to 68 percent. The American economy ator from North Dakota is recognized. targets and goals for the movement to- is and will be held hostage by our abil- Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask ward a hydrogen economy with fuel ity to find oil and import it from out- unanimous consent that we set the cells for our economics. side of our country’s borders. Should pending amendment aside so that I I will describe why I think we ought that be difficult for this country? might be able to offer an amendment. to do this and why this is an important Should it cause all of us great concern? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there amendment. I will harken back to the The clear answer to that is yes. That is objection? Apollo program. On May 25, 1961, Presi- a very serious problem. Without objection, it is so ordered. dent John F. Kennedy announced our Here is another chart. This is a list of AMENDMENT NO. 865 Nation was establishing a goal of send- the countries that are supplying our Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I send ing a man to the Moon and having a oil. Our top supplier is Saudi Arabia. an amendment to the desk and ask for safe return from the Moon. He said we Almost one-third of our oil, inciden- its immediate consideration. will have a man walk on the Moon by tally, comes from the Middle East. Iraq The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the end of the decade. That was 1961. In has been our fifth largest; it is the clerk will report the amendment. 1969, Neil Armstrong and then Buzz sixth largest supplier on this chart. The legislative clerk read as follows: Aldrin stepped on the Moon. Also listed are Mexico, Nigeria, Ven- The Senator from North Dakota [Mr. DOR- The Apollo project was an enormous ezuela, and Angola. And when you look GAN], for himself, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. undertaking. The NASA annual budget at the amount of energy we are import- LIEBERMAN, Mr. AKAKA, Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. increased from $500 million in 1960 to ing from that part of the world, it is a KERRY, Mr. NELSON of Florida, Mr. SCHUMER, $5.2 billion in 1965. It represented 5.3 very serious problem. Mr. HARKIN, Mr. DODD, Mr. REID, Mr. LAU- percent of the Federal budget in 1965. Some want this energy debate to be a TENBERG, and Mr. KENNEDY, proposes an Think about that. In today’s terms, debate about two issues. If it is only amendment numbered 865. that would be $115 billion. NASA en- those two issues, we lose. They are: Mr. DORGAN. I ask unanimous con- gaged private industry, university re- Should we drill in ANWR? How about sent that further reading of the amend- search, and academia in a massive way. doing something on CAFE standards? ment be dispensed with. Contractor employees increased by a Well, if this is only about ANWR and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without factor of 10, to 376,000 people, in 1965. CAFE standards, then we lose. We need objection, it is so ordered. When President Kennedy said in 1961 it to pole-vault over those issues. Yes, we The amendment is as follows: was his vision to have a man walk on can address them, but it seems to me if (Purpose: To require that the hydrogen com- the Moon by the end of the decade, we don’t pole-vault over to new ground mercialization plan of the Department of there was no technological capability and deal with these issues in a much Energy include a description of activities to do so at that moment, no guarantee different way, every 25 years we will to support certain hydrogen technology de- it could be done. The Soviets had an come back and debate energy and we ployment goals) advantage in space flight. They had put will be debating exactly the same On page 296, line 21, before ‘‘Not’’ insert up a satellite called Sputnik. We were issues: where next do we drill? How ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—’’. eager to see if we could not overcome much more efficient can we make a On page 297, between lines 2 and 3, insert that advantage. During the height of carburetor, through which we run gaso- the following: line, much of it imported from over- (b) CONTENTS.—The plan shall describe the the cold war, that Soviet advantage activities of the Department of Energy, in- was of great concern to us. The techno- seas? cluding a research, development, demonstra- logical barriers were very significant. If our strategy for energy for this tion, and commercial application program The expense was daunting. Yet, on July country’s future is simply digging and for developing technologies, to support— 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped down drilling, then it is a strategy I call (1) the production and deployment of— off of that lunar lander and stood on ‘‘yesterday forever.’’ It doesn’t really (A) 100,000 hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehi- the surface of the Moon; Buzz Aldrin change very much. Every 25 years, we cles in the United States by 2010; and can redebate the issue of how depend- (B) 2,500,000 hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehi- followed him. I recall they actually pantomimed a golf game and jumped ent we are and how dangerous it is for cles in the United States by 2020 and annu- us to be that dependent on foreign ally thereafter; and around on the surface of the Moon. In sources of energy. I would like to see a (2) the integration of hydrogen activities a decade, the President said let’s set a with associated technical targets and time- goal and reach that goal. different debate, one that says let’s tables for the development of technologies to I will talk about another goal, an- break out of this cycle. When I say provide for the sale of hydrogen at a suffi- other big idea, one that we ought to es- digging and drilling is yesterday for- cient number of fueling stations in the tablish now for this country and for its ever, I don’t think we should not dig United States by 2010 and 2020. future. That is the goal of deciding, as and drill. We will, we can, and we (c) PROGRESS REVIEW.—The Secretary shall should. We will always use fossil fuels. include in each annual budget submission a President Bush has suggested, that we move toward a hydrogen economy and Using our coal resources in an environ- review of the progress toward meeting the mentally acceptable way with clean targets under subsection (b). fuel cells for our vehicles. I will describe why I think that is important. coal technology makes great sense to Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I of- me. Using our domestic sources of en- fered this amendment on behalf of my- This chart says what the President is telling us: ergy and natural gas—especially oil self and Senators CANTWELL, and natural gas—makes sense to me. LIEBERMAN, AKAKA, CLINTON, KERRY, America’s energy security is threatened by our dependence on foreign oil. America im- We will dig and drill. NELSON of Florida, SCHUMER, HARKIN, ports 55 percent of the oil it consumes. That But if that is our energy strategy, we DODD, REID, LAUTENBERG, and KEN- is expected to grow to 68 percent by 2025. really have not moved the ball forward NEDY. Again quoting the President: at all. So the question is, what more I am offering a piece of legislation can we do? The President suggested in the Senate has previously passed and Nearly all of our cars and trucks run on gasoline, and they are the main reason his State of the Union Address that we endorsed in the consideration of the America imports so much oil. Two-thirds of ought to chart a different course. Energy Bill last year. Let me spend a the 20 million barrels of oil Americans use I introduced legislation prior to the few moments talking about the amend- each day is used for transportation; fuel cell President’s State of the Union Address ment specifically. vehicles offer the best hope of dramatically saying let’s move to a different kind of Very simply, this amendment is one reducing our dependence on foreign oil. technology, a different kind of energy that tries to establish some targets and That is from President Bush, and I economy; let’s move to a hydrogen timetables with respect to moving to- fully agree with that statement. economy using fuel cells.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.017 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7517 First of all, using fuel cells and hy- This legislation I have introduced, our entire infrastructure. We have pro- drogen is twice as efficient in getting taking one piece of the Hydrogen Fuel duction. How are we going to produce power to a wheel as using the internal Cell Act of 2003, tries to establish some hydrogen? There are a lot of ways to combustion engine. Second, when we way points. When I learned to fly air- produce hydrogen. We can use elec- use hydrogen fuel cells in automobiles planes many years ago, they taught trolysis to separate oxygen and hydro- or vehicles, we are sending water vapor me, with modern instrumentation, that gen in water and store the hydrogen out the tailpipe. What a wonderful I can create way points for my air- and use it in fuel cells. thing for our economy. We double the plane. When you get up in the air, you Let me give another example. We can efficiency of the energy source, and program into the computers on the put up a wind charger, the new highly then we eliminate the pollution out the plane the way points to which you efficient wind turbine, a 1-megawatt tailpipe. We double the efficiency using want to fly. It is a fictitious point 300 wind turbine, and take the energy from hydrogen, which is a ubiquitous source or 400 miles away, but once you estab- the air. We can use that energy for of energy—it is everywhere—and then lish that way point with your instru- electrolysis to separate the oxygen and we decrease air pollution by putting ments, you fly to the way point. When hydrogen in water and store the hydro- water vapor out the tailpipe of a vehi- you reach that way point, then you gen for use in fuel cells. cle. That makes great sense to me. take a new course to the next way There are so many ways and different I introduced legislation. It is called point. approaches to use hydrogen. We have the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Act of 2003. I My point is, we need way points—tar- production issues: How do we produce compliment President Bush for pro- gets, and timetables—to transfer to hydrogen? From what source? But it is posing in his State of the Union Ad- some new hydrogen fuel cell economy. ubiquitous; it is all over. That is not an dress that we move in this direction. I If we do not, we will not get there. If insurmountable problem. How do you have said it is not small or insignifi- we do not, as President Kennedy said, produce hydrogen? How do you trans- cant for a Republican President to say put a man on the Moon by the end of port it? How do you store it? How do let’s do this. It was a rather small the decade, if we do not today make you make it available at the infra- thing in terms of his proposal to fund the equivalent of that commitment in structure, at service stations across it. It was not a bold approach. It was a deciding how and where we are going to the country for a vehicle fleet? rather timid approach. But that should head with this hydrogen fuel cell econ- Those are issues we ought to be deal- not detract from the fact that this ad- omy, we are not going to get there. We ing with and will deal with and the administration put itself on the line to just will not. ministration will deal with at the De- say: Let’s move in this direction. Let me show some examples of what partment of Energy. The President proposed $1.2 billion in is happening in hydrogen fuel cells. What I say very simply in this 5 years. Only slightly more than half General Motors Hy-wire fuel cell con- amendment—and it has taken me a was new money. It appeared to me cept car unveiled in August 2002. Some long time to get to the point, but I some of it came at the expense of other say there are no such things as fuel wanted to make a presentation on why important areas of conservation and cells. Of course there are. I have driven I think this is very important for our renewable energy. a fuel cell car that drove from Cali- country—I say let’s establish, as Presi- Having said all that, in the Energy fornia to the east coast, across this dent Kennedy did, a goal. Let’s have Committee we came very close to tri- country. 100,000 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles on pling that amount of money. We bring Are they commercially available to the floor of the Senate legislation our roads by 2010, 7 years from now. now? No, they are not. Are they hor- Let’s have 2.5 million hydrogen fuel that substantially improves the initia- ribly expensive? Yes. But we are in the tive dealing with hydrogen fuel cells. I cell vehicles on our roads by 2020. Let’s design stage and the research and de- set some goals. Let’s set some way think that is a significant step for- velopment stage to make hydrogen fuel ward, one that I appreciate. points and say: Here is what we strive cell vehicles affordable. to do; here is what we aspire to do as a What is missing is, in addition to the This is the Nissan Xterra fueled by country. legislation I introduced, which actually compressed hydrogen tested on Cali- calls for $6.5 billion in 10 years—so If we do not set goals, I guarantee we fornia public roads in 2001. will never reach the potential that ex- more money—and also pilot projects, This is the Ford Focus fuel cell vehi- ists for us to convert our vehicle fleet Federal purchase programs, tax cred- cle. Production is ready for prototype, to hydrogen fuel cell fleets and to re- its, and so on—what is missing is tar- autumn 2002. gets and timetables. If we are going to This is a hydrogen fueling station by lieve ourselves of the danger that ex- do this program, let’s set out targets Powertech Labs. ists having so much of our energy com- and timetables. I am not suggesting This is a picture of a ing from outside our borders. they can be ironclad. They cannot. DaimlerChrysler fuel cell bus intro- If we wake up tomorrow morning, If we are going to make this a big duced in Germany in 1997. I have actu- God forbid, and terrorists have inter- proposal, a bold proposal in the spirit ally ridden in a fuel cell bus running on rupted the supply of oil to this coun- of an Apollo project saying let’s do the streets of this country. try—and, yes, that could happen—this this, let’s make a difference, let’s do The point is, we can do this. Is this country’s economy will be flat on its this, let’s decide that 25 years from easy to do? No, it is not, not at all. back. It will be flat on its back because now we will not have a debate about What do you have to do to convert to a we rely, to the tune of 55 percent, on how much gasoline we are running hydrogen fuel cell economy for our ve- oil from sources outside this country through the carburetors of America’s hicle fleet? Notice, I am not talking and much of it from very troubled vehicles because we found a way to about stationary power centers. That parts of the world. That is going to go take hydrogen from water, use it as an also exists as the capability with re- to 68 percent, and we ought not let it. energy supply, and through fuel cells spect to hydrogen and fuel cells, sta- If in this Chamber we spend weeks use it to power America’s vehicle fleet, tionary engines, and so on. and wrestle and debate energy policy we can do that. I am talking about the vehicle fleet and come out with an energy policy Many of my colleagues, Republicans because a substantial increase in the that says what we need to do is just and Democrats, on the Energy Com- demand for oil comes from our vehi- produce more and somehow we will end mittee have been supportive of this cles. I do not have a chart to show up just fine, we have done nothing for proposal. There is nothing partisan that. It is quite clear that unless we do America’s future. about this at all. As I said, it was in something, especially about our vehi- We have done nothing for America’s President Bush’s State of the Union cle fleet, we will, 25, 50, and 100 years future. An Energy bill that makes Address. It comes in legislation I have from now, still be debating on the floor sense to me has four parts. One is, yes, introduced. It comes in initiatives my of the Senate how much additional gas- let’s produce more. Let’s incent more colleagues have talked about and intro- oline we run through America’s carbu- production of fossil fuels, absolutely. I duced as well. The question is, How do retors. do not support, for example, drilling of we make progress by establishing some What do you have to do to switch? A the ANWR region, one of our most pris- big and bold goals? bold plan means we are going to change tine and delicate areas. I do not think

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.021 S09PT1 S7518 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 we need to do that. But let’s produce there. But we can ask the Department Having acknowledged the good work more. There are thoughtful ways to of Energy to provide for us the strate- done on the other side, I will also ac- produce more. I happen to believe we gies by which they could meet these knowledge the good work the President ought to be able to produce much more targets, and that is what our amend- did. Only a President of whatever party in the Gulf of Mexico in an environment asks. My hope is this will be can put something on the agenda the mentally sensitive way. Let’s conserve unanimously supported by the Senate. way a President can, and so it was ex- more. We waste a huge amount of en- I yield the floor. citing to all of us who cared about this ergy. Production and conservation, The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. issue and about the goals, which are to that is two parts. Gregg). The Senator from Tennessee. reduce our dependence on foreign oil The third is efficiency. Everything Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I and to clean the air, which is what this we use almost every day, in every way, begin by complimenting the Senator does, to see President Bush, in his with all of our appliances could, from South Dakota on the work he has State of the Union Address, make a should, and will be more efficient if we done on fuel cell hydrogen over the bold proposal to direct the Secretary of pay attention to and provide incentives years, and also compliment others on Energy to explore the possibility of a for efficiencies. the other side of the aisle—I see the hydrogen economy and to develop the Finally, and importantly, is the area ranking member of the committee, next generation of technology that of a renewable and limitless source of Senator BINGAMAN from New Mexico. would include hydrogen. energy, and that includes ethanol, bio- For at least a dozen years, this Con- What we are really talking about, as diesel, and many others, but most im- gress, and particularly this Senate, has the Senator from North Dakota ex- portantly it includes this proposal: Hy- been interested in the hydrogen fuel plained, is a completely new way of drogen and fuel cells can be our future. cell technology. The Senator from thinking and living our lives. I noticed It can make this country more secure. North Dakota and the Senator from the other day in our local newspaper in It can remove from this country’s neck New Mexico are the ones who have Tennessee there was a picture of a fill- the yoke of having over half of its oil pushed that the hardest. ing station in Iceland that opened. Ice- What we have now is some consensus, land has a hydrogen filling station. The coming from troubled parts of the at least in our committee, and I hope buses that operate in Iceland back up world. In a very substantial way it can in the Senate at large, on the impor- to that hydrogen filling station and in- do what President Kennedy did in es- tance of this bold proposal. I will take stead of putting gasoline in their tablishing new goals in space travel for a moment to put in perspective what tanks, they put in hydrogen. They our country. It can inspire our country the committee has done. drive around on the hydrogen, and in- to be able to control our own destiny Mr. DORGAN. Will the Senator yield stead of emitting some carbon-based with respect to energy. for just a moment? I close as I began by saying that pollutant into the air, they emit only Mr. ALEXANDER. I would be happy water, which is the product of that President Bush was absolutely correct to. in the State of the Union Address, and process. Mr. DORGAN. I intended to complete It takes a little while for someone it is not a small thing for this Presi- my comments by complimenting Sen- who has not thought about this much, dent to say let’s move in this direction. ator ALEXANDER and others on the as I was at one time, to get one’s mind I am putting my administration in sup- committee who have taken a position I around this, but we are basically tak- port of this direction, this movement. think provides some leadership in this ing the internal combustion engine and That is not a small thing. It is a big area. I did not mention those in the putting it to the side and putting in a deal. committee who, when we marked up new process that reduces electricity, I have said his proposal is more timid these issues, played a significant role runs the car and, as the Senator said, than I thought it should be. I do not in the hydrogen title. I intended to do the only emission is water. So there is mean substantial criticism by that. that at the end of my remarks. So I an enormous advantage on two matters What I mean by that is I think to do thank the Senator for allowing me to that concern us greatly: One is reduce this it has to be big and bold. Espe- do that. our dependence on Middle Eastern oil, cially it has to set timetables and tar- Mr. ALEXANDER. I thank the Sen- and we are in the middle of a process gets. ator for his comments, but the bottom right now where we have been re- The Senate committee has nearly tri- line is the process by which this com- minded about what a challenge that is pled the amount of money the Presi- mittee worked on the hydrogen fuel to our national security. Some esti- dent has proposed. That is a significant cell proposal, which is title 8 of the En- mates are that by the year 2035 or 2040 start, in my judgment. We could even ergy bill, which was a good process for we would have 11 million barrels per do more in the authorization bill with those who would like to see how two day less of reliance on our need for oil the type that I have suggested. This parties in an evenly divided Senate can if we had a hydrogen economy. No one amendment I have offered today is not take an issue and come to some con- can know for certain what those num- that authorization bill. It is simple. It sensus and narrow the differences. It bers are, but all of us know it is a big says while we have made significant was a pretty good process. What is re- change and a big number. strides in the Energy Committee on maining are the two issues of which Of course, the second aspect is clean this subject, and now that we have a the Senator from North Dakota spoke. air. This week, and for the next few Republican President, many Democrats One is more money and two is more weeks, we will be talking about ways and Republicans in Congress believe we mandates, which he now has suggested to clean the air. The most interesting, ought to move in this direction, so let are targets, if I understand correctly, and difficult sometimes, arguments we us be bold enough to set some time- rather than mandates. Am I correct in have that come before our committee tables and targets. that? and the country are those that inter- As I indicated, the Senate has al- Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, if the sect with energy and the environment. ready passed this legislation last year, Senator would yield further? Here is a nice intersection between en- and I hope the Senate would embrace it Mr. ALEXANDER. Yes. ergy and the environment because if we once again and pass these targets and Mr. DORGAN. There is nothing in are emitting only water, then the parts timetables. here that would be a mandate. These of our economy, and especially the One final point: These targets and are establishment of targets by asking transportation parts that use hydro- timetables simply say the Department the Department of Energy to provide gen-based cars instead of the internal of Energy shall report to us on how Congress with their strategies on how combustion engine, will make a re- they establish the strategies to reach to reach them. I have specifically not markable difference in not just our these targets. We cannot impose our imposed mandates. I am simply asking clean air but our standard of living be- will in the sense that we cannot tell an them to develop strategies and to re- cause our lack of clean air and our dif- Energy Department they must reach port those strategies to the Congress. ficulty with finding ways to clean the these targets. We do not have the capa- Mr. ALEXANDER. I thank the Sen- air is a limit on our ability to grow our bility of doing that. The technology ator. So that narrows the differences economy. So this is a very important does not exist to get from here to considerably. topic and all of us recognize it as such.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.024 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7519 Now let me start with the President’s $3 billion total. As the Senator from We need not just stimulate nuclear proposal, to put this in perspective, in- North Dakota said, nearly triple the and hydrogen; we need to find a way to cluding the Senator’s amendment. The amount of money. So in addition to the burn coal in a cleaner way. We make President’s proposal authorizes the De- President’s $1.3 billion proposal, we half our electricity from coal, but it partment of Energy, including our Na- have about $1.6 billion more for other pollutes the air more than we can tol- tional Laboratories, to spend about $1.3 ideas brought into the bill by people erate. So we need coal gasification, as billion over the next 5 years in re- other than the President, from the an example. This bill encourages that. search and development in the fol- Senate and the other side. The Senator from North Dakota men- lowing areas: research on hydrogen- We have a hydrogen vehicle dem- tioned wind turbines in North Dakota. powered engines, and research on the onstration program for the Govern- They are part of the dream as well. production of hydrogen. ment and nonprofit agencies; a sta- Natural gas is part of the dream. Its We have to make the stuff. It can tionery fuel cell demonstration pro- price went up, so we need to explore come from many places. It can come gram for use in residential and com- more and we need pipelines to get that from fossil fuels. It can come from re- mercial buildings; a hydrogen car and gas to the places it needs to go. This newable resources, a major part of the fuel cell demonstration program in bill encourages that. We need more new discussion in the Energy bill last week. three national parks. That is a terrific oil that is not dependent on some other It can come from nuclear energy, idea. I would like to see one in the country. We have tried—although we which is a major part of the discussion Great Smoky Mountains, our most pol- do not always agree in this body on in the Energy bill this week. At a nu- luted national park today. Many people where to drill—to do that. clear power plant one might be able to think of Yellowstone as receiving the So the dream of clean air and less de- produce some of the hydrogen that most visitors; but only 3 million people pendence on foreign oil has many would clean the air. And it can come visit Yellowstone while 10 million go to parts, including the hydrogen vision from natural gas, which is the easiest the Great Smoky Mountains. The the President outlined in his address, way, arguably, to get it today. But Great Smokies is polluted, particularly so that a child born today can have a with the recent spikes in the price of because of the cars and coal plants. choice in this generation of driving a natural gas, we can see the difficulty An idea for which I commend the car fueled by a fuel cell hydrogen en- relying on one form of energy too Senator is providing for the establish- gine. greatly. ment of a university education degree The Apollo dream is not exactly the The President’s proposal would fund curriculum designed to help our work- same. We have a dream, but this is additional research on transportation force move into a hydrogen economy, only a part of the dream. and delivery of hydrogen via pipelines with centers of excellence in our great As far as the amount of money is and fueling stations. Iceland has a hy- research universities to help realize concerned, I suppose one could always drogen fueling station. We do not have this shared vision. In the United argue about the amount of money. We any in the United States. We have a States, we have the world’s only great considered that very carefully in the few hundred miles of hydrogen pipe- research universities. They are our se- committee. We nearly tripled the line. Imagine a different America cret weapon. We need to fund them and amount of money the President re- where, instead of backing your car or the research and technology better. quested. We took into account vir- truck up every block—sometimes more That is a sure way to move toward this tually all of the suggestions by the often than one block—to a station goal. Senator and others on the other side, where you get gasoline, you back it up This bill before the Senate today is a which is why this bill came to the floor or drive into a place where you fill up combination of ideas from both parties, from the committee, because we had with hydrogen. That is a big change in from the President and from the Legis- such a consensus. For a new tech- our infrastructure. This research would lature. The amounts we included, tak- nology which, while bold, is still help figure out how better to do that. ing ideas from the other side to the unproven, we believe this is a generous Also, we need additional fuel cell re- bill, actually cost more than the pro- amount of support in a bill that is bal- search. The Senator mentioned some of posal from the President—nearly $3 bil- anced across a broad number of sources the obstacles that exist to this wonder- lion. of new and improved energy. ful vision. One of the difficulties is we That brings us to the point of the That brings me to the targets and the need to find new ways to produce hy- amendment. Is it enough money? Do timetables. I appreciate the Senator drogen, which I mentioned. Another is we need targets? I will respond to that moving from mandates to targets and we need to find a little cheaper way of in this way. The President mentioned timetables. That is a step forward. building a hydrogen car. The Senator the Apollo. That is vivid in our minds. However, I prefer we not make, if I and I drove the same one, I believe a I remember as Education Secretary I may say with respect, wild guesses Ford, around the block. I believe that tried to think, using that Apollo objec- about how this unproven technology car costs a couple million per unit to tive, which sticks in our minds to say, might work, but that we join as we make right now. In other words, the can we have in 10 or 20 years the best have in this bill to find a variety of early models are extremely expensive. schools in the world? Nothing is quite ways to stimulate and not fool our- We need to find safe ways to store like that Apollo mission. It is always selves into thinking we are going to hydrogen. We need to meet the chal- hard to make an analogy, but the get to this point or that point in any lenge of this infrastructure. President has the same dream that we particular year. We have great obstacles to overcome. have here. The dream is that we have President Kennedy said let’s go to But in this United States of America, if an America less dependent on foreign the Moon, and he said by when he anything defines our national ethic, it oil, an America that has cleaner air, hoped to go, but he didn’t say fly this is that anything is possible. We are something that increases our national kind of airplane, or use this kind of ready to leap ahead and go after this. security and our health and well-being. rocket, or get a third of the way there The President recommended we put However, there are other parts to by 1963. He said, Let us go there. $1.3 billion behind it, and that was step that dream than just the hydrogen car. So let us go toward a day when we 1 in this session. Then the committee There is, if we are talking about en- have cleaner air and when we have less sat down and began to recognize the ergy, the need to revive our nuclear en- dependence on foreign oil because of a suggestions made by those who had ergy. Japan was decimated by an atom- variety of steps, one of the most im- gone before. Instead of the $1.3 billion ic bomb, and they are relying primarily pressive of which is the vision of a hy- recommendation the President made, on nuclear energy. And France is rely- drogen fuel cell car. But let us not try we took those recommendations, re- ing primarily on nuclear energy. It has to make a wild guess just about when duced some of them to what we been since the 1970s that we started a that will come, in what year. I believe thought were a manageable number, new nuclear power reactor in this one of the greatest underutilized pow- and still more than doubled the country. So this bill, in addition to hy- ers of this body is the oversight power. amount of money we recommend to the drogen, is to help stimulate our nu- Really, the Senate, the Congress, has full Senate that we authorize—nearly clear energy. two great functions: One is to spend

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.026 S09PT1 S7520 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 money, and one is to oversee how that forward and let the marketplace help penditure of those funds. To me it is money is spent. There is nothing to us make sensible judgments about not incumbent upon us to leave that keep us from that. In fact, as chairman that, using our oversight role as Sen- kind of decision to the market. The of the Energy Subcommittee, I would ators to make sure the program stays market will have a major role, major want to make it part of my responsi- on course. voice, major determination as to what bility to regularly ask the Secretary of The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. actually comes to market and what ac- Energy to come forward with his plan, BROWNBACK). The Senator from New tually is commercialized and how about what progress he is making, and Mexico. quickly. But in the expenditure of tax- suggest to him faster progress, and to Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I rise payer dollars it is our job to set out ask him what timetables seem reason- to speak briefly in favor of the amend- there what we would like to see able. ment by the Senator from North Da- achieved. If we determine after a few There is another aspect to this, too. kota and give the reasons I believe this years that those targets are not real- The Government is not going to invent is a meritorious amendment that istic, we can always change them. Con- the hydrogen car. No one has suggested would strengthen the bill. gress is in session every year. But this the Government will. We are just pro- First, I think everyone needs to un- gives us something to shoot at. I think viding some free commercial research- derstand the amendment is an amend- it is a major step in the right direction. ing. But we should leave it to the mar- ment that just sets targets. It really The Department, under the legisla- ket to make the greatest progress in says that the plan—this is the plan the tion we are considering, would invest determining what timetables will administration is going to come up $171 million in the current fiscal year, work, what targets make sense, what with to spend this $1.3 billion, I believe $272 million next fiscal year, $1.7 bil- research will finally work, and what it is— lion over the next 5 years—I said ear- the customers will buy. shall describe the activities of the Depart- lier $1.3 billion. I gather it is $1.7 bil- I had an opportunity within the last ment of Energy, including a research, devel- lion. In my view, it is entirely appro- couple of weeks to talk with the chief opment, demonstration, and commercial ap- priate that we look at trying to executive of Nissan, Mr. Ghosn, who plication program for developing tech- achieve some particular targets so we has had a remarkable record. In 1999, nologies to support— can then go back to our constituents Nissan had a $19 billion debt and was and then it goes on to set these targets and say this is what this money is headed down. Today, it has no debt. It to support: going for and this is how we are mak- is headed up. I asked him about the hy- the production and deployment of . . . 100,000 ing progress. drogen car because some of my sci- hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehicles by 2010; I do want to say, just before I yield entist friends had been throwing a lit- and . . . 2.5 million hydrogen-fueled fuel cell the floor here, that this has been a tle cold water on the idea, saying some vehicles by 2020 . . . very good, bipartisan effort. The Sen- of us in the Senate were coming up As I say, this is an amendment that ator from North Dakota has been a with a pipedream that might never sets some targets. They are not man- long-time leader in trying to get more work. Here is what the head of Nissan dates; they are targets. I think they attention to the use of hydrogen in said, and he said this publicly: Nissan add greatly to the bill. Unfortunately, meeting our future energy needs. The is spending $800 million in the next 7 the Senator from Tennessee, as chair of Senator from Tennessee is certainly a years on research just on fuel cell hy- the Energy Subcommittee in the En- strong proponent of this and has dem- drogen cars. He wants to be, and has ergy and Natural Resources Com- onstrated that in our debates this year. publicly stated that Nissan intends to mittee, does have the primary respon- I know there are others on our com- be, not just a leader but the leader in sibility for the oversight of a lot of this mittee who have taken a very major that area. In other words, they are put- activity. I would see this amendment, role: Senator AKAKA, as well, of course, ting money there, real dollars. They frankly, by the Senator from North Da- and others before him. So I think this are making that kind of investment of kota as a way to give him more ability is a very good part of the bill. I think prestige and dollars. to perform that oversight. this amendment by Senator DORGAN Toyota and Honda, industry sources Frankly, the only oversight target in will strengthen it even more. tell me, are spending at least that the bill right now is you could call in I hope very much we can see it adopt- much of their own money. And the the various officials from the Depart- ed. General Motors president has said to ment of Energy and ask them whether I yield the floor. me he takes this seriously as well. in fact they are spending the money we The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- So the President’s focus on the hy- have authorized to be spent. That is ator from North Dakota. drogen car has done one good thing. It not a very effective kind of oversight. I Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, because has taken the work that has been done am sure they would tell us they are the Senate in the last Congress passed in this body in the last 10 or 12 years on spending the money. an Energy bill which included targets hydrogen and put it in this bill in the The real question is, Are they achiev- and timetables, I think it would be form of $1.6 billion. It has taken the ing something with the expenditure of considered a retreat if for some reason President’s own proposals of research— those funds? I believe this amendment or another we this year objected to tar- that is another $1.3 billion. But the tries to put in place some targets for gets and timetables that were included real value is the President’s proposal, what we would like to see them in this Energy bill. In the past Con- and our agreement on this, if we do achieve. Clearly those are not hard- gress, with the President supporting agree, will put this up front, create a and-fast targets and they will change fuel cells and a hydrogen economy, I national commitment, the kind of over time, but they do give us some don’t think we ought to be retreating commitment we had when we went to benchmarks against which we can on these kinds of issues. the Moon. That is right. It is that kind measure progress. I think that is very The Senator from Tennessee said of national commitment. But let us re- useful. there are two parts. There are many alize that when we went to the Moon, The Senator from Tennessee made parts of the bill. He is right about that. we went in reasonable steps and this the point that, in his view, his pref- There is the part of the legislation that plan for cleaner air and for less depend- erence would be to leave it to the mar- deals with that which we have always ence on foreign oil has many parts, in- ket as to how quickly these tech- done. We have always been concerned cluding other forms of energies, and nologies develop. Clearly the private about production of fossil fuels. So we the timetables and the targets are best sector is going to determine to a very have, of course, portions of the bill to left to the marketplace. great extent how quickly these tech- deal with that. We have conservation So I rise to say this represents great nologies become commercialized and issues and renewable energy issues. progress by the committee. I commend, how well they develop. But this legisla- Those have always been in the bill. again, the Senator for his leadership. I tion is authorizing the expenditure of But this piece is a different part—a urge that we not support an amend- Federal funds. It is entirely appro- part that is different and unusual. This ment creating wild guesses and artifi- priate that we specify what we want to part deals with something that is new, cial targets and timetables, but move see as results coming out of the ex- big and bold. It is why the President

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Be- dent and with the Congress; we are ergy bill makes great sense. I support cause this is a different part. This is going to do this and make it happen. it. I wish it were a bit bolder than it is. not some unusual part of the energy Should we just say, well, except that Nonetheless, it is substantially better debate. It is the big, new, and bold part there are other alternatives and no than what was sent to us in the Presi- of that debate. such picking and choosing? dent’s budget. I compliment my col- I have used the term ‘‘Apollo If President Kennedy had said, let us league from Tennessee and my col- project.’’ That perhaps could have used not pick a goal to go to the Moon, league from New Mexico and others on or I could have used ‘‘the Manhattan maybe it ought to be Mars, but if we that score. But I still believe we will do project,’’ or something that would de- decided the Moon, let us not decide it this country a favor and improve this note a project by which a country as- had to be in this decade because the legislation as it leaves the Senate by pires to achieve something. A country technology doesn’t exist, let us say we including timetables and targets which aspires to establish goals, and it are going to one planet and the Moon were in the legislation in the last Con- reaches those goals. A strategy that maybe someday, we probably would gress. says, let us spend this money and, by have never gotten past Cape Canaveral. I yield the floor. the way, let us know if anything comes We probably would have never gotten The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- of it, is, in my judgment, not much of off the launch pad. ator from Tennessee. Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, the a strategy. He established for this country a I am a big believer in understanding very bold vision. The Manhattan Senator from North Dakota and I agree that things happen that you make hap- project was a very different project. It on so much about this subject that I pen—not that you let happen. If you was the same thing: We are going to do am not going to extend this discussion very much further for fear of dredging have a problem and resources, you have this. We are going to marshal all of the up something that we might disagree two choices: Let us move this money resources and try to make this happen. on because we don’t have many dif- out and see what we let happen with it, My amendment is much more timid than that. I do not suggest we can ferences here. as opposed to deciding what we are If I may briefly comment, I was lis- going to make happen. There is a very strap a mandate on this country and a burden on the Department of Energy, tening to the Senator’s discussion of big difference. that bar in North Dakota. When I was My colleague from Tennessee used or the private sector for that matter, growing up in the mountains of Ten- the term ‘‘wild guesses’’ several times. that says we have to meet these goals, nessee, Blount County was a dry coun- Let me just tell you that Nissan, Toy- timetables, and targets. That is not ty, we didn’t have bars, but we had what I am saying. I am saying, in the ota, Honda, DaimlerChrysler, Ford, and Byrne Drugstore, which is where all pursuit of this money, that we are General Motors are not engaged in wild that same kind of discussion must have going to spend several billions of dol- guesses. None of them is engaged in occurred. wild guesses. They are making substan- lars, let us ask the Energy Department I was just thinking. Talking about tial investments in fuel cell vehicles in their plan to describe their activi- the suggested timetables, the Senator believing that we are moving toward a ties in pursuit of this goal which says suggested that, for example, we have in hydrogen fuel cell economy—not wild we aspire to have 100,000 hydrogen fuel here a timetable of 100,000 hydrogen guesses at all. cell vehicles in the United States by fuel cell vehicles in the United States Incidentally, I think my colleagues 2001 and 2.5 million by 2010. Maybe it by 2010. I was wondering what they would, if they checked with most of can’t be reached; I don’t know. It is would say in Byrne Drugstore if I went these organizations I have mentioned certainly not a wild guess; it is just de- back to it and said I just became a Sen- and others in the industry, find that ciding that we ought to as a country ator, and I drove a new hydrogen fuel they very much support us being bold establish some goals. cell car around the block which emits and establishing these targets and Once again, I think there is a big dif- water out the tailpipe and doesn’t burn timetables. Why? Because they know ference between letting things happen any gasoline. The car costs $2 million a that a country that establishes targets and making things happen. We have car to make. I got so excited about it and timetables in pursuit of a policy is the capability, it seems to me, with I went over to the Senate and I voted a country that is going to be fostering this President and this Congress—and to say we ought to have 100,000 of those with the private sector very engaged new development through research, in the United States by 2010 and 21⁄2 and opportunities through research in with an aggressive aim, which my col- million of them by 2020. the private sector as well. I just think league from Tennessee described a I think they would say to me: Well, it is really important for us to do this. while ago—to do some really remark- LAMAR, I think you got carried away a All of us come from different kinds of able things in this area. I think they little bit. At 2 million times 100,000, hometowns. I come from a small one will be enhanced by establishing these how do you know what the cost of that with about 300 people. I am guessing, targets and timetables. car is going to be in 2010? I might say: probably like every hometown, we had I really see no downside at all. I Well, I may not have really meant two or three people who every day sometimes can see in legislation or that. We meet every year, and we can went down to the bar and played Pi- amendments that are introduced that change that next year if we want to. nochle all day long. That was their so- there is an upside and a downside. They might say to me: Why did you cial life. They just stayed there all day What if it succeeds or fails? For the life put it in there in the first place if you long and played Pinochle. They most of me, I cannot see the downside of didn’t know that much about what you likely in their conversations opposed Congress establishing in this legisla- were talking about? The idea sounds almost everything new that was going tion some targets and timetables that exciting, but why would you guess how on in the community: ‘‘It won’t work, put us on a path to a new, bold, and ag- you would take a $2 million car and can’t work; shouldn’t do it.’’ They just gressive energy policy that will do all make sure it made any sense at all to played Pinochle and criticized anyone of the things my colleague from Ten- target that we have 100,000 of them in who was making things happen in the nessee described and all the things I de- the United States by 2010? What ability community. scribed which are good for this coun- does the U.S. Government have to wave The President has said we ought to try—substantially limiting our depend- a magic wand and make sure that hap- do this. There are going to be doubters ence on foreign oil, which provides pens? outside of this Chamber and doubters much greater economic and energy se- I was then thinking, too, about all in the country who don’t want us to curity for this country, and dramati- the automobile companies both the

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You have to, after all, have a new, big, bold direction. We can do this out idea that probably will not be com- complete infrastructure change in this the old way, giving the bureaucracy mercially viable—none of us believe— country, so that in the future, if we are some money and hoping it turns out or for 15, 20, or 25 years. driving mostly hydrogen fuel cell cars, we can do this a different way, saying: That is a big step. But I really doubt you are not pulling up to a pump that Here is what we aspire to achieve as a Mr. Ghosn went to his board or the pumps regular gasoline, you are pulling country. Here are the targets. Here are chairman of General Motors went to up to a pump that pumps hydrogen the timetables. Let’s get about the his board or the chairman of Ford went fuel. business of doing this. to his board and said: I want you to au- The question is, as I indicated before, If we, in fact, want our children and thorize that we require that our com- where do we produce the hydrogen? their children to be able to drive hy- pany make a certain number of these How do we transport the hydrogen? drogen fuel cell cars, then that is not cars by a certain year. I think they How do we store the hydrogen? What is going to happen because we let it hap- would say: You are not being entirely the infrastructure for dispensing the pen; it is going to happen because in realistic. You have gotten a little car- hydrogen at fuel stations across the the private sector and in the public ried away. country? All of that is important. And sector we are taking the steps that can So I want to show great respect for all of that is a function of public pol- make this happen. the Senator’s goals, his hard work, and icy. The private sector cannot by itself Having said that, I have enjoyed our his energy. We agree on 95 percent of do that. That is why the public sector discussion. Again, I have great respect this. But I think to adopt those kinds lays the groundwork for it. It is like for the Senator from Tennessee. I of targets and timetables—to use a building the roads. We don’t have Gen- think the work he has done in the bill gentler word—might be misleading at eral Motors building roads in this is excellent. I hope in the intervening the very least because I don’t think country. We build roads, and they build hours or days before we vote on this that is the way to go about it. proposal that I will be able to garner Let’s encourage it in any way we cars which you drive on the roads. We create the public policy by which his support for this very minor, very can—and we tried to do that here—and we will move toward a hydrogen fuel small adjustment to a piece of legisla- then let’s have oversight on a regular cell policy. It is what the President be- tion that is not a mandate but that, in basis. Then, if the technology is proven lieves we ought to do. It is what I be- enough that it makes sense for us to be fact, is a commonsense approach in a little more specific, well, maybe we lieve we ought to do. The Senator from terms of how we ought to spend this can take it up then. But if I went into Tennessee and the Senator from New money and what we ought to expect the Byrne Drugstore in Blount County, Mexico believe we ought to do that. So the taxpayers to get for this money. Mr. President, I yield the floor. and said, ‘‘I have just driven a $2 mil- as we do that, the question is: In pur- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- lion car around the block and then suit of public policy, when we provide ator from Tennessee. went over and voted we ought to have the Department of Energy with $3 bil- Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I 100,000 of them by a particular year,’’ I lion plus, should we say to them: ‘‘Here thank the Senator. I thank him for his think they would think I had gotten a is $3 billion plus. You folks—you good amendment. I know he is leaving, and little carried away with my good idea. men and women at the Department of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Energy—use it as best you can, and try I will not take advantage of that by ator from North Dakota. to give us some idea of what you might continuing the debate. I have had a Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I shall accomplish with it’’ or should we say chance to say almost all I want to say. not carry this much further either be- to these people in the large, vast bu- The president of Nissan is a good ex- cause there is much we agree on. But reaucracy here: ‘‘Here is $3 billion plus, ample, actually. He has gone before his let me just say to the folks at the and what we want you to do is the fol- board and said he wants to spend $800 Byrne Drugstore, a drugstore I have lowing. Our goal, our aspiration, what million. I do not think he went before not had the pleasure of visiting, my we strive to achieve for the country is the board and said he wanted to have guess is, at Byrne Drugstore, if you the following’’? I think that is a much 100,000 Nissan cars and trucks on the told the folks sitting around the crack- better approach because, I guarantee road in 2010 whether they worked and er barrel there—if they have a cracker you, we will provide that $3.3 billion, no matter how much they cost. That is barrel—in talking about life that we and at the end that money will be the difference here. are going to give $2 billion plus to the spent. I respectfully suggest there is a blue- Department of Energy, and we would I have not ever, I guess, seen a Fed- print in this legislation, much of it just like them to use it as best they eral agency that has failed to spend the provided by the Senator from North can, we really have not told them what money. They do pretty well at that. Dakota himself. The President’s blue- we aspire to have happen in terms of But when they spend the money, and it print includes research on hydrogen- goals or timetables and, what do you is gone, the question is, Will this coun- powered engines. That is what the $1.3 think of that, my guess is they would try have moved beyond where we are billion in research is for—research on say: They are going to send their great- today in energy policy? Will we have the production of hydrogen fuel cells, grandchildren back to you to say, ‘‘We achieved the result we wanted? Will et cetera, research on the transpor- have not reached any conclusions yet.’’ the President have advanced the issues tation and delivery of hydrogen via My guess is, the folks at Byrne Drug, he portrayed so well in his State of the pipelines and fueling stations, research just as the folks playing pinochle in Union Address? I guess my answer to on how to store hydrogen better and my hometown’s little bar, would prob- that is, I do not think so. safer, on additional research on the ably say: If you are going to give the I come back finally to this point— fuel cell engine. folks over there in that big bureauc- and I will have to leave the floor but Because of the Senator from North racy some money, you might ought to make this my last word—I fail to see Dakota and others, there is a blueprint give them a plan in terms of what you any downside at all to putting in these for various demonstration programs, might want to accomplish with that targets. Again, this is not some wild which I mentioned earlier—the vehicle money because they will find a way to guess. demonstration program for Govern- spend it if you don’t give them some I go back to the Nissan example. The ment and nonprofit agencies, the sta- sort of plan. They will tell you the chairman of Nissan does not go to the tionary fuel cell demonstration pro- money is all gone, but they really don’t board of directors aspiring to spend gram, hydrogen car and fuel cell dem- have a product yet. $800 million, and say, ‘‘By the way, I onstration programs in national parks,

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Certainly and by 1992, there will be 300,000 faxes not wise for us in the Government to money will be put into a lot of leading on street corners. All those faxes would try to guess just how many of those edge technologies, fundamental tech- be in the wrong places because the Sen- cars there might be but to encourage it nologies regarding energy, and the Sen- ate, with respect, would not have and let those who make the cars do it ator from Tennessee listed a lot of known enough about the future to as rapidly as possible and use their tal- those. I don’t think we should try to know what it was talking about. It was ents to persuade consumers to buy the predict which ones will make the right about its vision of the fax. It was cars. greatest impact in the automotive in- wrong about how far that might work; I yield the floor. dustry or in any other industry. Fed Ex was at that time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- While I am as interested as the Sen- The analogy is pretty good here as ator from New Hampshire. ator from North Dakota in this new well. We have a broad consensus on our Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. President, I join technology—I believe it may well prove excitement about the hydrogen car fuel with my colleague, the Senator from to be a very important source of energy cell and what it might do, not just for Tennessee, in the concerns he has ex- storage in our future—I think it would the automobile but throughout our pressed regarding this amendment. I be a mistake to try to prescribe ex- economy. It is part of a balanced ap- am intrigued and as interested as any actly how it needs to be implemented proach to toward energy. It could make Member of the Senate, including the on behalf of the automotive industry the air cleaner and reduce our depend- Senator from North Dakota, in this and the American people. ence on foreign oil. We are recom- new technology, the potential to use I yield the floor. mending $3 billion to stimulate hydrogen-based fuel cells for power The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- precommercial research on that. But storage, energy storage, and the im- ator from Tennessee. let’s not put ourselves, in the Congress, pact that can have on our automotive Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I in the position of making the same industry. have one short reaction to the com- kind of mistake we might have made 20 There are, and ought to be, concerns ment of the Senator from New Hamp- with an amendment that attempts to years ago if we had passed a law sug- shire. I will have nothing further to set a specific target for using such a fu- gesting we have 100,000 fax machines on say on the amendment. the street corners of America. ture technology by a specific date. I re- The Senator from New Hampshire remember some 10 years ago being told I yield the floor and suggest the ab- minds me of an experience I had in sence of a quorum. that everyone in America would be 1980, discussing the idea of predicting a watching a high-definition TV by 1995; The PRESIDING OFFICER. The new technology. I hope my friend Fred 1996 at the absolute latest. That was a clerk will call the roll. Smith, chairman and chief executive of technology prediction regarding tele- The assistant legislative clerk pro- Federal Express, will not mind my vision, something with which I think ceeded to call the roll. using him as an example. All this is Mr. CRAIG. Mr. President, I ask every American is quite familiar. We public information. In the early 1980s, couldn’t even get that future scenario unanimous consent that the order for although it is hard to recognize this right. To suggest that we know the fu- the quorum call be rescinded. today, no one knew what to do with the The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. ture of fuel cell technology or even the fax. They didn’t know what would be SUNUNU automotive industry 10—and I think as ). Without objection, it is so or- the future of the fax machine. There this amendment goes almost 20—years dered. Mr. CRAIG. Mr. President, we are be- from today is an enormous mistake. It were those who were saying it would ginning this week again debating a na- is a mistake for a couple of reasons. revolutionize communications as much First, as the Senator from Tennessee as the fuel cell might revolutionize the tional energy policy for our country, pointed out, the current cost of these automobile. an issue whose time clearly has come, vehicles is $2 million or so, wildly out Mr. Smith, since he was in the busi- an issue that should have been resolved of the reach of anyone in the country ness of delivering overnight packages, well over a year ago, but because of the who would be using these vehicles on a had to think about what the fax ma- difficulties and differences of approach, day-to-day basis. The private sector is chine might do to Federal Express. He that was an impossible resolution. putting a lot of money into this area. thought about it, and he came to this I will never forget the day I met in That is another reason to try to strike conclusion: His conclusion was that our majority leader’s office with the some balance in the bill. But even more probably by the end of the 1980s, all then-elect President George Bush. He basically, despite the fact that the Sen- Americans would go down to the street had not yet taken the oath of office. He ator from North Dakota points out corner and find a Fed Ex fax machine was not yet our President. While he that this is just a target, what it does and they would use the Fed Ex fax ma- talked about a lot of his campaign is suggest that a target for this tech- chine on their street corner to send a promises and the priorities he would nology is somehow better or more im- fax to their friends wherever in the bring with his leadership in the Presi- portant than a target for any other world they might want to do that. That dency, he said at that time—and hon- technology. was his vision of what might happen ored it immediately when he became What about solar power? What about with that new technology. President—first and foremost for this photovoltaics? What about hybrid com- Well, we have seen what has hap- country was the desperate need for a bustion technology? The highest fuel pened since then. People didn’t go national energy policy. efficiency cars out there today often down to the street corner and send a He, of course, upon becoming Presi- use a combination of electricity and fax to their friend. Everybody has a fax dent, assigned Vice President DICK traditional gasoline combustion en- in his or her office. Many people have CHENEY to build a task force and make gines to try to get their fuel efficiency them in their homes. They became per- recommendations to Congress, pro- up to 60, 70, 80 miles per gallon. There sonal faxes. Mr. Smith was wrong posals that should be contained within is certainly tremendous potential there about that. Fed Ex lost a few hundred a national energy policy for our coun- if it can be made cost effective for the millions dollars. Fortunately for Ten- try. average consumer to immediately nessee, he had other great ideas, and Let’s remember, it was not a decade begin saving energy for our country Fed Ex is our leading employer in Ten- ago. It was not 30 years ago. It was just and for the world sooner rather than nessee today because of his entrepre- a few years ago that our President was later. neurial spirit. reacting to what had gone on in Cali- We should not prejudge which tech- But what if the Congress had gotten fornia with brownouts, blackouts, and nologies will win out in a competition excited and said: Fred Smith has a a frustrated population, and a very

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concerned economy that no longer About 21⁄2 or 3 years ago, I was at of the Clean Air Act and because we de- were we the masters of our own energy Dearborn, MI, at the Ford engineering cided years ago that if we were going fate; that somehow we had become in- facilities and test track. While I was to put additional electrical production creasingly dependent on foreign coun- there, I drove a new hydrogen fuel cell in line, it could be a gas-fired electric tries for hydrocarbons, or oil, and even car. It was a car about the size of a turbine. It met our clean air standards. within our own structures of systems Ford Taurus. It had a hydrogen fuel All of a sudden, we began to consume of delivery and interconnection of elec- cell within it that powered electric mo- a fuel that was once in surplus and is tricity and pipelines for gas we were no tors on all four tires. It was a mar- now becoming scarce. Some 3 months longer as independent, strong, and self- velous, quietly running car. I got in, ago, its price spiked to over 260 percent reliant as we had been; that some while sat down, turned on the key, and noth- of the average price. Should we be di- over the course of the nineties, as our ing happened except the dashboard lit recting ourselves toward that, and economy grew, we were not replacing up, and pretty soon the dashboard said: should we be setting targets without or building new infrastructure to serve Go. I stepped down on the accelerator, an alternative supply of hydrogen? In that economy, we were simply relying and away I went. There was a small other words, that is why, if you are on the surplus and the old infrastruc- whirring sound as the hydrogen fuel going to set targets and limitations ture that it delivered for that energy. cell generated fuel that produced elec- and goals—and maybe there is a day And all of that was true. tricity that sent it out to the electrical when we do—it is my argument and my The President made his proposals. We motors on each one of these four tires. belief that the Dorgan amendment is crafted a policy, and when the majority When I was out on the test track substantially premature with regard to in the Senate changed, the Energy with the engineer, he said: Pick it up; that point. Let me tell my colleagues Committee was shut down and a new speed it up a little bit. It had been why. In the overall parent bill we are de- bill was crafted in the office of the then raining, and as I went around one cor- bating, the national energy policy majority leader, TOM DASCHLE. The bill ner of the test track, I slipped a little itself, there is a title that in time will came to the floor. We had the debate. bit, and he suggested rather sheepishly begin to produce for this country an It ultimately got into conference, but that we probably ought to slow down. I we could not produce a final product ample hydrogen fuel base and not use was willing to do that in his car, his natural gas as its source. It is to de- for our President. The differences be- baby. He pioneered and helped develop tween our parties and our interests velop, along with the new, safe, what this car. He said there is another rea- we call passive generation for a nuclear were too great. son besides safety to slow this car This year the Energy Committee, reactor, an electrolysis system where down. This car is worth about $6.5 mil- under the leadership of PETE DOMENICI, water can be effectively converted into lion, and they did not want to lose that in a bipartisan way, held the hearings, hydrogen. It is a technology that we very expensive automobile. I did not held the markups, and what we have know is doable. What is most impor- before us today is that legislation, a realize at that time I was driving prob- tant is that it is doable at much less bill that is bipartisan, that has a broad ably one of the most expensive auto- cost and no demand on our natural gas range of interests in it, and really mobiles ever built. It was a prototype. base. serves what I call the market-basket It was obviously not an assembly-line Why would it be at less cost, espe- approach to energy, not that we have vehicle. cially if it is allowed to be facilitated What I drove that day convinced me decided one source of energy is going to and built within a nuclear reactor? that in the future, if we choose to pur- be the future of our country. We have Nuclear reactors operate best if they learned differently about all of that in sue it, we clearly can have, in part, not are operated at a constant load, but the last decade or two. in toto, a hydrogen-based transpor- electricity is not used in a constant There are multiple sources and there tation fuel system in our country. pattern, whether it is morning and one are different markets and different Is, therefore, the Dorgan approach is cooking breakfast or it is a hot day economies that demand different kinds the right approach at this time? and one is using air-conditioning or a of energy. Clearly, to advance elec- Should we start making it mandatory cold day and using heat. All of that is trical production in this country from to set targets that are absolute or need variable within a range and within a a coal-fired base, we have clean coal to be met? I question that, and I do so market. So there are up and down sup- technology built within this bill so most sincerely because I want to move plies. There is peak load and there is that we can build future coal plants for us and our knowledge base and invest soft load, or less load. The beauty of electrical production that are less in a hydrogen base. tying to a nuclear reactor a hydrogen emitting and cleaner. Where do we get the hydrogen and electrolysis system as we believe to be Within the bill, there is a hydro reli- how does it get delivered? Do we forget engineeringly and technically very pos- censing provision that will allow us to that gas station on each corner of sible today—it is why within this bill relicense the hundreds of hydro facili- every community did not just happen, we authorized the development of a ties that now serve impoundments on that it took years and billions of dol- prototype—is the reactor can then be our river systems, and do so in a much lars’ worth of investment to develop run at a constant load where it per- more environmentally sound way that the delivery system we have today by a forms for the least amount of money, will become more fish friendly but will myriad of companies investing their and when it is peaking for electrical still allow us to maintain that very stockholder money and their profits in demand purposes, the power is shifted clean base of electrical energy known a delivery system? That is exactly over there. When those demand loads as hydro. what it took. That did not happen by come down, the power is shifted over to It is very important, where I come accident. hydrogen gas production, and it is al- from and where the Presiding Officer To automatically suggest we are now ternated back and forth from elec- comes from, that these facilities re- going to have a hydrogen-based trans- trolysis to online transmission, from main productive and, at the same time, portation system and that all of these electrolysis to online transmission, as we relicense them, that they can be new hydrogen refueling stations will based on the demand load at the time, retrofitted to meet the demands of a occur overnight is a phenomenal while the reactor is operating con- new attitude, a new understanding of stretch. That is the delivery system, stantly. the management of our river systems. and that delivery system alone would What I would therefore say about In this bill also are the cost billions of dollars and, clearly, as goals and targets within an area of fuel underpinnings of the hydrogen econ- we transition, if we do, into a hydro- cell technology today, and supply, is omy that could in the future fuel the gen-based transportation system, it let’s get the supply at least started in transportation needs of our country. will take time and cost a lot of money. place and the technologies to develop The Dorgan amendment that is before Where do we get the hydrogen? that supply proven effectively before us today deals with those goals about Today we tend to get hydrogen from a we begin to put targets on govern- which we talk. We have been investing hydrogen-rich supply—natural gas. But mental fleets or other fleets as we as a country for some time in hydrogen natural gas today is increasingly in begin to cause the transportation of fuel cell technology. less supply and more demand because our economy to shift toward hydrogen.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.040 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7525 Having said all of that, the oil indus- about this let’s go ahead and mandate national energy debate, and bringing try, oil per se, for the foreseeable fu- a purchase of these automobiles by a us legislation that not all parties agree ture will continue to fuel a very large date certain it seems to me to be a bit on but clearly is that abundant market part of our transportation needs in this premature. I do not think we need it to basket full of ideas and concepts and country. That is a reality. It is some- prove our worth, to prove our valor, to realities, we believe, that bring this thing that we probably ought not force prove that we really want to move country once again toward energy self- to cause to be different, but we ought ahead with vigor. Quite to the con- sufficiency, and our ability to stand on to create and put in place the tech- trary, I think it might indicate that we our feet and be proud that we are what nologies that allow the transfer, that really are a little bit ahead of our- we are as a country. allow the movement, and that ulti- selves. Our great strength has always been mately allow the capitalization of a So when the time comes tomorrow, in our abundance of relatively inexpen- new form of energy that we believe is after discussing it with Senators such sive energy. It has driven our economy. hydrogen, and we believe this works. as Senator CRAIG, the Senator from It powers us up as a great country. The chairman of the full authorizing New Mexico will decide whether we Without doubt, it is what lights up the committee, who is the author of this will have just a straight yes or no vote computer screens of our country and legislation, is in the Chamber, so I or whether we should ask the Senate to has made us the leading high-tech yield to the Senator from New Mexico, table what we consider to be a rather manufacturer in the world. Mr. DOMENICI. inappropriate amendment because it is I was in San Jose, CA, this weekend Mr. DOMENICI. I thank the Senator too early. speaking to a group. There were about for yielding. As far as I know, there is no other 50 CEOs from high-tech companies First, please excuse my voice. I have business today. We are waiting around from the valley, the heart of the Sil- somewhat of a cold. I say to the occu- for the Dorgan amendment to get itself icon Valley. We call it Silicon Valley pant of the chair, it will be in good lined up with two amendments that are West because right here at the beltway form tomorrow. Do not worry. Having scheduled for tomorrow. There is still in northern Virginia is what I call Sil- said that, I compliment the Senator some significant debate on the motion icon Valley East, the heart and home from Idaho on the wonderful expla- to strike that concerns itself with nu- of the Internet systems and internet nation he has given today on the future clear power and on the so-called au- companies. While I was talking about of hydrogen in the American economy. thority to the Indian tribes for the de- technology, they wanted to know I also thank Senator DORGAN. Not only velopment of their energy. There are about energy. In that valley they de- this year but before, he has been a two amendments. One is Senator CAMP- mand a high quality of electrical gen- strong proponent of moving ahead as BELL’s amendment, and one is Senator eration, constant power loads to feed rapidly as we can with the hydrogen al- BINGAMAN’s amendment. One is a first their manufacturing facilities. They ternative, the fuel cell, and ultimately degree, and a second degree. Those will are very frustrated because of the prob- an automobile in our future. be debated, and then sometime tomor- lems California has had, which has Today, Senator DORGAN offered an row, hopefully, we can prove to the been in part a policy issue and in part amendment which will now line itself Senate that we are moving ahead with a transmission problem. up with a couple of others and perhaps three votes. All of those problems are embodied be the third amendment voted on to- Mr. CRAIG. Good. in our legislation. That is why it is im- morrow. For that, I thank him because Mr. DOMENICI. I am going to say portant we resolve and get to our he brought an amendment to the floor now to other Senators who may have President’s desk a bill so we can help which means we are moving. amendments, whatever they may be, the energy segment of our economy get I ask the Senator a question: The hy- the majority leader has been pretty on its feet and get moving again for the drogen car which I rode around in, as fair with us. I am not so sure we have sake of all. did the Senator, does the Senator re- been quite that fair with him in that I have said several times, and I think member how much they told us it cost? we have not produced enough amend- most agree, this legislation, S. 14, has Mr. CRAIG. Six point five million ments, although we are getting there more new jobs to be created in the next dollars. now. We are starting to get a few of the 4 to 5 years than the stimulus package. Mr. DOMENICI. I do not say that to hot button items, and maybe after to- While the stimulus package was criti- in any way belittle anybody, but the morrow we might be at a point where cally important, and I voted for it and point of it is, they wanted to show us others will come forth. I am asking it already appears to be turning on the what it would look like, what the stor- now that Senators and their staffs, who economy across this country, the long- age capacity or needs on the rear of consider themselves to have amend- term infrastructure investment for the this vehicle might be, which meant ment potential on this bill, they should energy industries of our country that somebody would have some idea how to start to get ready. I am aware there will fuel our homes and light up our refuel it later on, and to put all of that are Senators who have amendments. computer screens in the future is em- together they spent 6 million-plus dol- We know the title of their amend- bodied in this bill. That is why it be- lars. ments, but the amendments are not comes so important for everyone. The point of it is, S. 14, which I am ready yet. That is 2 weeks now, not Let me step back to hydrogen for a very proud of, is an effort to produce a solid but more or less we have had 2 moment. I have no difficulty with the myriad of energies for America so that weeks. Senator from North Dakota proposing there will be a choice. It also says So we ask now that Senators recon- legislation that said agencies ought to when it comes to hydrogen, let’s pur- sider getting on with this so they can submit annual plans and reports that sue it with vigor. Let’s get on with the be helpful as we move ahead, and then look at transition and talk about and research. Let’s get the fuel cells mov- with the minority soon we will begin to build a system or a mechanism for ing ahead as rapidly as possible. And, ask for some times. Maybe by tomor- transition to a hydrogen economy as yes, for the first time we had a Presi- row we can start asking for a time cer- these technologies develop, as these dent say go ahead and authorize a lot tain for the production of relevant new production capabilities come on of money, $1.6 billion, to enter into amendments. That would be my hope, I line. That would be a right and appro- partnership arrangements with the say to my friend Senator CRAIG and the priate thing to do in light of where the automobile manufacturers to see if our occupant of the chair, the distin- technology of this industry is. science and their technology could get guished Senator, Mr. SUNUNU. I have visited with hydrogen fuel cell married up with their money and tax- I yield the floor. engineers, scientists who study this payers’ money to pursue this with The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- area. They are telling me it would be some degree of vigor. ator from Idaho. very hard to measure. They are sug- I do not think I am trying to make a Mr. CRAIG. I thank the senior Sen- gesting we need to prove the worth of mountain out of a molehill in terms of ator from New Mexico for what really this technology to the American con- the issue, but to now say, in the midst has become a very thoughtful and me- sumer—‘‘worth’’ meaning a sense of of all of this, to prove we are serious thodical approach toward resolving a safety. A lot of folks are wondering, Is

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:09 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.042 S09PT1 S7526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 a hydrogen car going to be safe? They get to it tomorrow and a vote in the Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, this fail to recognize that a gas-powered car Senate, as the chairman has spoken to, amendment addresses the fact that that they assume is safe sometimes is that Senators will consider the reality most hydrogen today is manufactured not as safe as we think it is. There that this is not the time for targets. from natural gas. As far as we can tell, have been fires and explosions. Is a hy- This is not the time for hard goals. this is likely to remain the case as we drogen car safe? We believe they can be This is a time for pushing the tech- make any transition to a hydrogen- manufactured to be every bit as safe as nology, building on it, encouraging the based economy. This dependence on a gas-powered car, if not safer. private sector to marry up with the natural gas may prove to be a real But how do you prove it? One of the public sector, to advance the tech- Achilles’ heel for the future develop- ways is to get hydrogen used in the nology, and it may well be time for the ment of these promising technologies economy before it is transitioned to Department of Energy to be required to we have been discussing on the Senate transportation. How does that happen? report and analyze on an annual basis floor today related to hydrogen. The development of hydrogen fuel cells for our sake, for those who make public The lead story in today’s Financial that actually fuel homes, manufac- policy, the reality of these tech- Times has a headline entitled ‘‘U.S. turing plants, other facilities that are nologies. Faces Natural Gas Shortage.’’ I believe perhaps less adjacent to or isolated I yield the floor and suggest the ab- Chairman Greenspan has also been tes- from transmission capability. To have sence of a quorum. tifying about this very important issue a hydrogen fuel cell that can actually The PRESIDING OFFICER. The today in the House of Representatives. produce enough power for a factory is clerk will call the roll. This is not a new story. There are a not unreasonable to assume, or a single The legislative clerk proceeded to number of us who have been sounding home in a rural setting. call the roll. the alarm for a long time on this issue Once that consumerism begins to de- Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I ask and the need for effective action to ad- velop in this country and there is a unanimous consent that the order for dress it. It is a serious situation. It has general understanding that hydrogen is the quorum call be rescinded. been in the making for several years, a part of our energy economy, the re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and it will not be easy for us to reverse ality of transition to a transportation objection, it is so ordered. this situation. base is probably even greater. Maybe Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I ask As an example of this concern, on they go equally together. But I know unanimous consent that the pending May 27 there were 29 other Senators the scientists and the engineers are amendment be temporarily set aside. who joined me in a letter to Secretary thinking one or the other or both; one The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there Abraham. In that letter we expressed before the other. Part of it all comes objection? concern about the current and contin- together at some point. I believe it can. Without objection, it is so ordered. ued high natural gas prices and their I, along with Senator DOMENICI and AMENDMENT NO. 867 effects on consumers and industries others who study energy sources for Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I that rely on natural gas. We strongly our country as members of the Energy send an amendment to the desk. urged the Secretary of Energy to look and Natural Resources Committee, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The to conservation, energy efficiency, and have spent a long time looking at this clerk will report. fuel switching as important near-term as a concept to be explored. As the Sen- The assistant legislative clerk read steps that can be taken to alleviate ator from New Mexico mentioned, we as follows: what is shaping up as a critical prob- are committing a lot of public re- The Senator from New Mexico [Mr. BINGA- lem, perhaps this coming winter. sources to this. We ought to. It is MAN] proposes an amendment numbered 867. This past Friday, Secretary Abraham clean. What happens to the exhaust Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I ask wrote back, agreeing with the analysis system of a hydrogen-powered fuel unanimous consent that reading of the of the problem and agreeing that—this cell? No emission, except a drop of amendment be dispensed with. is a quote from his letter—‘‘the natural water. So there is no emission of green- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without gas industry has been strongly sup- house gases into the atmosphere. objection, it is so ordered. portive of this conservation message. Interestingly enough, when you use The amendment is as follows: . . .’’ natural gas to create hydrogen, the (Purpose: To ensure continued availability of Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- process creates an emissions problem. natural gas) sent that the letter sent by 30 Senators When you use electrolysis of water to On page 278, after line 8, insert the fol- to the Secretary of Energy and the create hydrogen, you do not. So there lowing: Secretary of Energy’s response be ‘‘(h) TRIENNIAL REPORT ON EFFECT ON NAT- is another reason to examine and build URAL GAS DEMAND.—Not later than 3 years printed in the RECORD following my re- on the technology of electrolysis. We after the date of enactment of this Act, and marks. think the natural blend, the hand in every three years thereafter, the Secretary The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without glove, if you will, the synergy that can shall submit to Congress an assessment of objection, it is so ordered. be created by new passive nuclear reac- the effect of increased use of hydrogen, as a (See exhibit 1.) tors that are safe, cool in operation, result of the programs in subsections (a) and Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, it automatic shutdowns, but can do the (b), on demand for natural gas.’’. would be ironic if, in the name of in- constant load, that can create the On page 291, strike line 22 and all that fol- creasing the diffusion of hydrogen- lows through page 292, line 8 and insert the economies of optimum operation and following: based energy technologies into the U.S. therefore at great cost saving to the ‘‘(b) CONTENTS.—At a minimum, each plan economy, we wound up exacerbating consumer, is a technology that ought shall contain— the long-term problem we have with to be developed and is embodied within ‘‘(1) a description of programs under the the natural gas supply. To make sure S. 14. agency’s control in which the use of hydro- we maintain the awareness of this link- I will now, therefore, have to oppose gen or fuel cells could benefit the operation age, and the potential downside that the Dorgan amendment for all of those of the agency, assist in the implementation could arise because of it, this amend- of the agency’s regulatory functions, or en- reasons. It is not time to require the hance the agency’s mission; ment I have sent to the desk would acquisition in the market. It is time to ‘‘(2) a description of any agency manage- make two changes in the underlying push the technology. It is time to ask ment practices, procurement policies, regu- hydrogen title of the bill. for the reports. It is time for this Sen- lations, policies, or guidelines that may in- First, the amendment would require ate to be able to understand progress hibit the agency’s transitions to the use of a triennial report from the Secretary and growth and development in this fuel cells and hydrogen as an energy source; of Energy with an assessment of how area and the likelihood of a time down and the various programs in the bill to in- ‘‘(3) an assessment of the effect of increase the number of hydrogen vehicles the road when more and more of our creased use of hydrogen by the agency, in- economy will actually be using hydro- cluding increased use through programs and the use of hydrogen as a fuel were gen as an energy base. under section 303(b) of the Energy Policy Act affecting our long-term demands for It is with that I come to the floor to of 1992, as amended by this Act, or section natural gas. If other sources for the debate this amendment. I hope as we 824 of this Act, on demand for natural gas.’’. manufacture of hydrogen were coming

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.045 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7527 to the fore, such as renewable sources We look forward to working with you to If not, the question is on agreeing to of electricity, and the increased de- address this critical issue. the amendment. pendence on natural gas was not loom- Sincerely, The amendment (No. 867) was agreed ing as a big problem, then fine. But we Tom Daschle, Tim Johnson, Jay Rocke- to. feller, Russell D. Feingold, Harry Reid, Mr. DOMENICI. I move to reconsider would be looking at this natural gas Joseph Lieberman, Jeff Bingaman, issue on a periodic basis at least each 3 Tom Carper, Frank R. Lautenberg, Ron the vote. years as hydrogen technologies move Wyden, Debbie Stabenow, Maria Cant- Mr. BINGAMAN. I move to lay that forward. well, Mary L. Landrieu, Jon S. Corzine, motion on the table. The second change the amendment Jack Reed, Charles Schumer, Evan The motion to lay on the table was would make would be to add a similar Bayh, Daniel K. Inouye, Dianne Fein- agreed to. analysis to a report from Federal agen- stein, Barbara Boxer, Dick Durbin, Hil- Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask cies that is already required in the bill lary Rodham Clinton, Patrick Leahy, Senator BINGAMAN, have you finished on their own future use of hydrogen. It John F. Kerry, Paul Sarbanes, Barbara with that issue? would require Federal agencies to as- A. Mikulski, Ted Kennedy, Carl Levin, Mr. BINGAMAN. Yes, I have. Daniel K. Akaka, Patty Murray. sess how their own increased use of hy- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The sen- drogen would affect natural gas de- THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY, ior Senator from New Mexico. mand. Washington, DC, June 6, 2003. Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask Obviously, all of us want hydrogen to Hon. JEFF BINGAMAN, unanimous consent to be permitted to be better developed as a technological U.S. Senate, proceed as in morning business for no option. We all, I believe, also want to Washington, DC. longer than 7 minutes. make sure we do not have unwanted DEAR SENATOR BINGAMAN: Thank you for The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there consequences or unwanted impacts on your May 27, 2003, letter expressing concern objection? our strained natural gas picture going about continued high natural gas prices and Without objection, it is so ordered. their impact on consumers and industries Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask forward. This amendment will help en- that rely on natural gas. sure that we keep our eyes open and we The Administration shares your concern— unanimous consent that I be permitted keep focused on this important poten- and it is for this reason that I called for a to proceed as in morning business tial problem as we move toward a hy- Natural Gas Summit on June 26, 2003, which starting in 5 minutes and not to exceed drogen-based economy. your letter referenced. In addition to includ- 10 minutes. Mr. President, I think this amend- ing members of our National Petroleum The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ment would strengthen the bill, and I Council, the Summit will also bring together objection, it is so ordered. hope it is acceptable and can be agreed State and Federal regulators; industrial, res- Mr. DOMENICI. I yield the floor. to. idential, and commercial gas consumers; Now, Mr. President, I ask unanimous I yield the floor. electric utilities and independent generators; consent that the 5 minutes I asked to along with experts in energy efficiency and EXHIBIT 1 conservation to discuss and develop rec- transpire before the time started be UNITED STATES SENATE, ommendations relating to the future of the waived and that I be able to proceed Washington, DC, May 27, 2003. natural gas markets. with my 7 minutes. Hon. SPENCER ABRAHAM, Based on the Department’s analysis, we The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Secretary, Department of Energy, Washington, concur with the conclusion advanced in your objection, it is so ordered. DC. letter that over the next 12 to 18 months The Senator is recognized as in DEAR SECRETARY ABRAHAM: We are writing there are only limited opportunities to in- morning business. to express our concern about continued high crease supply; and that, therefore, the em- natural gas prices, the impact on industries (The remarks of Mr. DOMENICI per- phasis must be on conservation, energy effi- taining to the introduction of S. 1211 that rely on natural gas for manufacturing, ciency, and fuel switching. That is why the and the possibility of severe price spikes re- speakers and attendees at the Summit will are printed in today’s RECORD under curring later this year. In your recent ad- be substantially consumer focused. I would ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and dress to the National Petroleum Council, note, however, that the feedback we have Joint Resolutions.’’) you correctly pointed out that the amount of been getting from the natural gas industry The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- natural gas in storage is unusually low and has been strongly supportive of this con- ator from Arizona. that injection rates must increase dramati- servation message as they are concerned Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, I ask cally in order to fill storage to levels suffi- about the long-term effect on the market of unanimous consent to address the Sen- cient to meet anticipated demand this year. these high short-term prices. With natural gas prices twice as high as they ate as in morning business. In addition to sharing the same opinion re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without were last year and the increased demand for garding the role of conservation, I am electricity expected this summer, market pleased that we also are in agreement con- objection, it is so ordered. fundamentals are not encouraging for robust cerning the need to increase natural gas sup- (The remarks of Mr. MCCAIN are storage refill rates. plies. Last year, I commissioned a National printed in today’s RECORD under We commend you for focusing on the near Petroleum Council study focused on long- ‘‘Morning Business.’’) term challenges we face with respect to nat- term issues that will more directly address Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, I suggest ural gas and for calling an emergency meet- supply. This study, to be released in the fall, ing of the National Petroleum Council next the absence of a quorum. will include a comprehensive evaluation of month to identify actions that can be taken The PRESIDING OFFICER. The future natural gas supply and demand issues. immediately to ease short-term supply con- clerk will call the roll. We will, of course, share the results of that straints. The expertise of the NPC’s members The assistant legislative clerk pro- study upon its completion. in the production, transmission and distribu- I appreciate your interest in the Natural ceeded to call the roll. tion of natural gas should be very helpful. Gas Summit and look forward to working Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask Increased natural gas supplies are needed of with you to address these important issues. unanimous consent that the order for course and, in fact, drilling is up thirty per- If you have any questions please feel free the quorum call be rescinded. cent this year. But significant new gas sup- to contact me or Ms. Kelly S. Lugar, Deputy The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without plies are not likely to come on line in the Assistant Secretary for Congressional and near term. objection, it is so ordered. Energy efficiency and conservation, as well Intergovernmental Affairs, at (202) 586–5450. Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I un- as fuel switching, are more likely to make a Sincerely, derstand, from my parliamentary in- difference in natural gas markets this sum- SPENCER ABRAHAM. quiry, that at 5:15 the Senate resumes mer and next winter. Analysis of the success- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The sen- executive calendar debate. ful efforts of California to reduce electricity ior Senator from New Mexico. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. EN- consumption in 2001 demonstrated that effi- Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, we SIGN). In executive session, that is cor- ciency and conservation were the fastest and have reviewed the amendment. We rect. least costly solutions available. We urge you have no objection to the studies pro- f to cast a wider net for recommendations on vided for in the amendment. We think natural gas including meeting with Gov- MORNING BUSINESS ernors, state and federal regulators, indus- they will be worthwhile and helpful, so trial and commercial gas consumers, electric we have no objection. Mr. DOMENICI. I ask unanimous utilities and independent generators, and ex- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there consent that we be in morning business perts in efficiency and conservation. further debate on the amendment? until we go into executive session.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.049 S09PT1 S7528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without During his time as a Federal pros- League Distinguished Public Service objection, it is so ordered. ecutor, Mr. Chertoff gained extensive Award in 1992; and in 1987 the U.S. De- Mr. DOMENICI. I suggest the absence experience in all phases of criminal in- partment of Justice John Marshall of a quorum. vestigations and prosecutions. He han- Award for Outstanding Achievement in The PRESIDING OFFICER. The dled major organized crime, fraud, and Trial. clerk will call the roll. corruption prosecutions. Here are a few These are but a few examples of pub- The legislative clerk proceeded to examples: lic service that reinforce the true na- call the roll. Mr. Chertoff successfully prosecuted ture of Michael Chertoff’s character. Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I ask a RICO murder case involving the third Recognizing this level of excellence, unanimous consent the order for the ranking member of the Genovese La the American Bar Association has quorum call be rescinded. Cosa Nostra family and others. The given Mr. Chertoff a unanimous well- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without principal defendants were convicted of qualified rating, the highest possible objection, it is so ordered. conspiring to murder John Gotti and designation. f murdering a mob associate. They each Plenty of others share the ABA’s received 75-to-80 year prison terms. view of Mr. Chertoff. In a joint press EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Chertoff successfully prosecuted release, New Jersey’s two Democratic the Mafia commission case, which Senators, JON CORZINE and FRANK LAU- NOMINATION OF MICHAEL charged the bosses of all five New York TENBERG, expressed their strong sup- CHERTOFF, OF NEW JERSEY, TO La Cosa Nostra families with operating port for Mr. Chertoff, stating, ‘‘We are BE UNITED STATES CIRCUIT a national commission through a pat- pleased that the President has selected JUDGE FOR THE THIRD CIRCUIT tern of racketeering acts such as extor- a distinguished New Jerseyan for this tion, loan sharking, and the murders of important seat on the U.S. Court of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under a mafia boss and two associates. Appeals for the Third Circuit. Michael the previous order, the hour of 5:15 hav- Mr. Chertoff successfully prosecuted Chertoff is a highly intelligent and ing arrived, the Senate will proceed to the mail fraud, bank fraud, and tax competent lawyer with a long and im- executive session to consider the fol- evasion trial of the mayor of Jersey pressive record of public service.’’ lowing nomination, which the clerk City, NJ. The case arose out of an in- In a March 11, 2003 editorial, the Ber- will report. vestment fraud perpetrated by the gen Record endorsed Mr. Chertoff’s The assistant legislative clerk read mayor while he was in office. The de- nomination, calling it ‘‘a refreshing the nomination of Michael Chertoff, of fendant was convicted of 14 felonies, change.’’ The newspaper continued, New Jersey, to be United States Cir- sentenced to jail, and removed from of- ‘‘Mr. Chertoff is exactly the type of cuit Judge for the Third Circuit. fice. nominee the nation needs for federal The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Mr. Chertoff also successfully pros- judgeships,’’ and concluded, ‘‘Mr. ator from Utah. ecuted Arthur and Irene Seale for the Chertoff is the type of smart, non-ideo- Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I rise 1992 kidnapping and murder of Exxon logical high achiever whom Presidents today in support of the nomination of executive Sidney Reso, a tragic case of both parties should consider for the Michael Chertoff to the U.S. Court of which garnered substantial media at- bench.’’ Appeals for the Third Circuit. I happen tention. Mr. President, I have touched on only to be admitted to the bar of the Third This record alone demonstrates that some of the attributes and accomplish- Circuit. I can’t imagine a better person Michael Chertoff has the experience ments that demonstrate Michael we can put on that circuit than Mi- and qualifications to serve as a judge Chertoff’s overwhelming qualifications chael Chertoff. on the Third Circuit. However, his pub- for the Third Circuit. He will be an out- This is not the first time this body lic service is not limited to holding standing Federal appellate judge, and I has had the opportunity to consider high level government positions. For urge my colleagues to vote in favor of Mr. Chertoff’s qualifications. In May example: his nomination. 2001, my colleagues and I voted to con- Mr. Chertoff served as special counsel Mr. President, I notice the distin- firm his nomination to the post of As- to the New Jersey Senate Judiciary guished Senator from Pennsylvania is sistant Attorney General for the Crimi- Committee in its investigation of ra- here. Both he and I are admitted to the nal Division of the United States De- cial profiling. Under his counsel, the bar of the Third Circuit Court of Ap- partment of Justice. He has worked Committee held nine hearings exam- peals. I am also admitted to the bar of tirelessly in that position on behalf of ining racial profiling allegations, con- the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. our country prosecuting those whose cluding that the former attorney gen- I yield the floor so the distinguished specific goal is to harm America, and eral had misled the Committee and had Senator from Pennsylvania can make we are grateful for his service. attempted to cover up the extent of ra- his statement. The same credentials and experience cial profiling in New Jersey from the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- that paved the way for Mr. Chertoff’s U.S. Department of Justice. ator from Pennsylvania. confirmation as Assistant Attorney After a convicted rapist was mistak- Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, it is General demonstrate that he will make enly released from prison, Mr. Chertoff especially appropriate for members of an exceptional Federal appellate judge. again served as Special Counsel for the the Court of Appeals for the Third Cir- He graduated magna cum laude from New Jersey Senate Judiciary Com- cuit to have a little special under- Harvard College in 1975 and magna cum mittee during its hearings into the ap- standing of the needs of that court, and laude from Harvard Law School in 1978. plication of Megan’s Law, which re- the Court of Appeals for the Third Cir- After his graduation, he served as a law quires State correction officials to no- cuit is very badly overworked at the clerk to United States Supreme Court tify prosecutors 90 days prior to the represent time and very much in need of Justice William J. Brennan, Jr. lease of a sex offender, and the reasons judicial replacements. The court has Following his clerkship, he embarked why it was not being systematically served under the superb leadership of on a long and distinguished profes- employed by the State. Chief Justice Edward R. Becker, and I sional career dedicated to fighting Mr. Chertoff also represented three know personally from my discussions crime and corruption that began in the indigent defendants on death row in with him and the new Chief Judge, An- United States Attorney’s Office for the Arkansas through a program operated thony Scirica, the tremendous backlog Southern District of New York in 1983, by the NAACP legal defense fund. The and tremendous pressures the court of where he served as a line prosecutor. In death sentences of all three defendants appeals has for the very busy States of 1987, he was promoted to First Assist- were overturned on the appeal that he Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Dela- ant U.S. Attorney for the District of handled. ware. I am pleased to see that Michael New Jersey. In 1990, former President Mr. Chertoff has received numerous Chertoff is now coming up for a vote Bush appointed him to be the United awards and honors, including an hon- before the Senate. He has an extraor- States Attorney for the District of New orary law degree from Seton Hall Uni- dinary record—Harvard undergraduate, Jersey. versity in 2002; the Anti-Defamation Bachelor’s degree, magna cum laude,

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.051 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7529 1975; Harvard Law School, again magna against a Court of Appeals judge. Once None was. Justice Thomas was con- cum laude, in 1978. He has been engaged before in the history of the Senate was firmed 52–48, which I think was a very in the private practice of law. He has there a filibuster, and that was when firm imprimatur of regular procedure served as assistant U.S. attorney for Associate Justice Abe Fortas was con- for the Senate not to filibuster but to the Southern District of New York, sidered for Chief Justice of the United vote on a majority vote. which is one of the toughest, most States. That was a bipartisan fili- It is my hope that what we are doing complicated jurisdictions. They handle buster. There were integrity issues here with Michael Chertoff will be a very difficult cases. Then he became an there which were very different from bellwether of a change of landscape and assistant U.S. attorney for the District the filibusters which have been mount- a sea change in the Senate, so that this of New Jersey, moved up the ranks to ed during the 108th Congress where, as confirmation is, I think, pretty much be first assistant, and then later U.S. I say, this unprecedented action has assured. I hope it will set the stage for attorney for the District of New Jer- been taken. That caused a good deal of affirmative votes in the Senate. sey. Again, that is a jurisdiction which consternation on this side of the aisle, I see other colleagues who have come has very complicated cases. and I think a good deal of consterna- to the floor with only 15 minutes before He has served as minority counsel for tion in the country. the scheduled vote. I yield the floor. the Banking Committee. He has been A number of options were considered The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the Assistant Attorney General in where the rule might be changed. One ator from New Jersey. charge of the Criminal Division. He has proposal has been to have the first vote Mr. LAUTENBERG. Mr. President, I had very wide experience in both civil require 60 votes and on subsequent thought we were going to be discussing and criminal law, and I think he comes votes down to 51. My frank view is that the candidate for office. I am sorry we to the position for the Court of Appeals is unlikely to be accepted because it kind of got off into another discussion. for the Third Circuit with extraor- isn’t very difficult to have a series of We are not filibustering this appoint- dinary qualifications. cloture motions filed. ment. We are happy about this appoint- It is my hope the vote which we are For those who may be wondering and ment. I want the chance to say that, having today on Michael Chertoff for anyone watching C–SPAN II, a clo- and take what has happened as an indi- might be an indication the so-called ture motion is a motion filed to cut off cation of what can happen. logjam on filibusters will be broken. debate. The current rule requires 60 I rise today to support the confirma- The Rules Committee last week held a votes to cut off debate. tion of Michael Chertoff, whom I know hearing on a variety of ways to deal When the logjam continues, there has well, to the Third Circuit Court of Ap- with the filibuster. It had been my been the suggestion of what we refer to peals. hope during the 107th Congress, before colloquially as the ‘‘nuclear option’’ I am pleased that President Bush has the filibuster was tried, that we might where there might be a ruling of the selected this distinguished New find a protocol, which would work re- Chair that requires 60 votes, and that Jerseyan for this important seat on the gardless of who controlled the White ruling could be challenged. On a 51-vote court of appeals. I hope that tells us House, and regardless of who controlled majority, that ruling could be over- where, in fact, we might be going with the Senate. turned as a matter of Senate prece- future appointments. When President Clinton was in the dent. That has been done on occasion Mr. Chertoff is a highly intelligent White House and Republicans con- in the past. But it is an alternative and competent lawyer who has com- trolled the Senate, it was my view, which I think would be unwise and un- piled a long and impressive record of stated on the floor at the time, that we desirable if any other alternative can accomplishment in both the public and should have handled President Clin- be found. But if we were faced with the private sectors. ton’s nominations differently. We unprecedented cloture proceeding, the Mr. President, I ask the Chair, if I should have processed them in a more Senate may be driven to that alter- could, to remind me if I run past, let’s expeditious manner. Finally, we did native. say, 8 minutes so that my colleague, handle quite a number of the judges What is really under consideration in JON CORZINE, has a chance to speak. who moved through after some judicial many minds is whether the filibuster The PRESIDING OFFICER. The delays—Judge Berzon, and others. on the two circuit nominees pending is Chair will do so. When the Democrats controlled the really a preliminary for a Supreme Mr. LAUTENBERG. Mr. President, Senate in 107th Congress and President Court nominee. I think if that were to Mr. Chertoff was born in Elizabeth, NJ, Bush was in the White House, the situ- be the case it would be really most un- and distinguished himself academically ation was reversed. It was my hope at fortunate for the judicial selection as an undergraduate and law student at that time we might find some protocol process and very unfortunate for the Harvard University. After law school, which I had proposed, one specifically Senate, which really turns on he served as a law clerk to Judge Mur- which would establish a timetable: collegiality for us to do our job—tradi- ray Gurfein on the U.S. Court of Ap- Sixty days after the nomination was tional collegiality which has been sore- peals for the Second Circuit. submitted to the Senate there would be ly tempted in the recent several years. After he clerked on the Second Cir- a hearing by the Judiciary Committee; If there had been an occasion for a cuit, Michael Chertoff served as a clerk Sixty days later there would be action filibuster on a Supreme Court nominee, to a legendary jurist from the great by the Judiciary Committee voting up I think that would have occurred with State of New Jersey—U.S. Supreme or down; Sixty days later there would the nomination of Justice Clarence Court Justice William J. Brennan. be floor action in the Senate. Thomas. And it was not attempted. I Justice Brennan was appointed to the Those timetables were not written in think it should not have been at- Supreme Court in 1956 by President stone. They could have varied. They tempted. But that was the most hotly Dwight D. Eisenhower, and he spent 34 would be subject to a modification if contested Supreme Court nomination years on the Court. He is universally cause was shown by the chairman of during my tenure here, and I think per- regarded as one of the most influential the committee upon notice to the haps the most hotly contested nomina- Justices of the second half of the 20th ranking member or by the majority tion short of the Fortas nomination in century. leader listing it for the full Senate ac- the history of the Court with the argu- If Mr. Chertoff follows the legacy of tion upon notice to the leader of the ments which were raised during the his mentor, the Third Circuit is going minority party. hearings, with the arguments which to be in great hands. It was my view at that time that we were raised on the Senate floor, the In 1990, Mr. Chertoff became the U.S. had so many votes which were party delay, the second round of hearings, attorney for the District of New Jer- line that if it was a party-line vote the and the entire difficulties which sur- sey. He remained there until 1994. Dur- matter would then go to the full Sen- rounded that nomination. Had there ing his able tenure, he aggressively ate for resolution. That was before ad- been an occasion for a filibuster, I tackled organized crime, public corrup- vent of the filibuster. The filibuster cut think that would have been the ulti- tion, health care, and bank fraud. new ground. It was unprecedented in mate test. I repeat that I don’t think a He also played a critical role in help- the Senate for a filibuster to be lodged filibuster should have been attempted. ing the New Jersey State Legislature

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.064 S09PT1 S7530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 to investigate racial profiling. ‘‘Driv- from those areas that are attendant to of view, there was discussion with ing while Black,’’ as they say, should the Third Circuit, has been fortunate, those who were involved. I compliment not be a crime in any State in the Na- in working in that cooperative manner, the White House for how they have tion, and I know Mr. Chertoff agrees. to have a nominee as superb as Michael worked with the Senators involved in That is why I introduced the first bill Chertoff. the process. We have gotten to a posi- in the Senate to ban racial profiling. He has ably served the citizens of tive conclusion because there has been And I am grateful to Mr. Chertoff for New Jersey in a number of capacities, the kind of dialog and mutual seeking the interest he took in this matter at as my colleague from New Jersey, Sen- of support that we look for. the State level. ator LAUTENBERG, mentioned. Indeed, I urge my colleagues to support this As a result of Michael Chertoff’s con- he has served the Nation and the De- nomination. I urge all of us to look for tribution, I am proud to report that partment of Justice, where he is No. 3 a more cooperative manner in how we just a couple of months ago New Jersey today in the criminal justice system. approach the selection of judges, par- enacted the strongest antiracial We will all be privileged to have his ticularly in the circuit courts, as we go profiling law in the Nation. The Third sound judgment and legal skills serving forward. Circuit Court of Appeals is one of the in this critical judicial position. I yield the floor. most impressive courts in the country. Mr. Chertoff has impeccable creden- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Who Based on his past performance, I am tials. That is why we support him. And yields time? confident Mr. Chertoff will fit right in. they are fully disclosed, fully respon- Mr. LEAHY. How much time do I As you know, I have strongly opposed sive to the kinds of questions one have remaining? some of the President’s judicial nomi- would raise. You have heard he at- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Four nees. I believe some of them are not ap- tended Harvard College, then Harvard minutes 45 seconds. propriate for the Federal bench, not Law School where he was editor of the Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, today, we simply because they may not have Law Review. He then served as a Su- vote to confirm Michael Chertoff to compiled the kind of record that preme Court law clerk to Justice Bren- serve on the United States Court of Ap- speaks to fairness and balance on the nan. peals for the Third Circuit. With this bench but because of a refusal, let’s He has had a remarkable private confirmation, the Senate will have say, to even discuss the views they practice. In private practice and public confirmed 128 judges, including 25 cir- hold and what their background might service he has served, in every case, cuit court judges, nominated by Presi- be. I think it is inappropriate. with excellence. He has developed a dent Bush. Again, I did not want to discuss the reputation of being brilliant. He has an One hundred judicial nominees were process. I want to discuss the indi- equal reputation for being tough and confirmed when Democrats acted as vidual. And that is where I think we fair. And he is a world class litigator the Senate majority for 17 months ought to go. But in this case, we have and has earned the respect of his peers from the summer of 2001 to adjourn- a candidate, and I stand here as an and adversaries in court, regardless of ment last year. After today, 28 will American, as a Democrat as well, to their political background. have been confirmed in the other 12 fully support the appointment of Mi- While I will acknowledge that I months in which Republicans have con- chael Chertoff because he has the tal- might not always agree with Mr. trolled the confirmation process under ent and ability to render justice fairly. Chertoff on every issue—I may have President Bush. This total of 128 judges I believe some of the nominees who philosophical differences—I find that confirmed for President Bush is more came up were on a mission to curtail no excuse for a loss of support when he confirmations than the Republicans al- fundamental civil rights laws and pro- is prepared to speak to the issues about lowed President Clinton in all of 1995, tections. Others, as I said, have simply how he will deal with the judgments he 1996 and 1997 the first 3 full years of his refused to answer important questions will make and how he will go about last term. In those three years, the Re- that would permit Senators to execute forming those judgments in the con- publican leadership in the Senate al- their constitutional duty for advice text of legal study and the context of lowed only 111 judicial nominees to be and consent. constitutional and legal precedent. confirmed, which included only 18 cir- The fact is, there are many highly While there have been even serious cuit court judges. We have already ex- qualified candidates that the President concerns that a number of us have exceeded that total by 15 percent and the could nominate to the circuit courts, pressed regarding the prosecution of circuit court total by almost 40 percent the appeals courts, who would enjoy the war on terrorism, as at least imple- with 6 months remaining to us this broad support in the Senate from both mented by the Justice Department— year. Democrats and Republicans. Mr. and I share some of those concerns—I Today’s confirmation makes the Chertoff is one such candidate. do not believe that impacts a judge eighth Court of Appeals nominee con- So I enthusiastically support his when they are willing to address how firmed by the Senate just this year. nomination to the Third Circuit. I urge they will deal with constitutional That means that in the first half of my fellow Senators to support this con- precedent. And Michael Chertoff clear- this year, we have exceeded the aver- sensus nominee who will serve the peo- ly has done so. I think he is truly a age for an entire year achieved by Re- ple of New Jersey and the Third Circuit qualified candidate. publican leadership from 1995 through ably and competently. Once again, I mention he was a U.S. the early part of 2001. The Senate has I thank you, Mr. President, and yield attorney, a tough one. He combated or- now achieved more in fewer than 6 full my remaining time to my colleague ganized crime, public corruption, months for President Bush than Repub- from New Jersey. health care fraud, and bank fraud. Un- licans used to allow the Senate to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The jun- like many of his predecessors—and peo- achieve in a full year with President ior Senator from New Jersey. ple who now fill the position of U.S. at- Clinton. We are moving two to three Mr. CORZINE. Mr. President, it is torney—as a U.S. attorney he contin- times faster for this President’s nomi- my pleasure to also speak today in sup- ued to try cases himself. He went to nees, despite the fact that the current port of Michael Chertoff, a nominee for court; he took on the highest profile appellate court nominees are more con- the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for cases himself. He is actually one of troversial, divisive and less widely-sup- the Third Circuit. The Third Circuit those people who did the work to go ported than President Clinton’s appel- Court of Appeals is one that includes into the courtroom and carry the case. late court nominees were. my home State of New Jersey. It is a So I think we have a terrific can- If the Senate did not confirm another very distinguished court and handles a didate whom we all can support. I judicial nominee all year and simply diverse range of issues reflecting, think there is a precedent here to adjourned today, we would have treat- frankly, the diversity of the people, the which all of us can look. Frankly, this ed President Bush more fairly and economy, the society of that circuit. It nomination process worked the way it would have acted on more of his judi- deserves a highly qualified candidate. is supposed to work. There was dialog cial nominees than Republicans did for I believe the White House, in co- and consultation with the White President Clinton in 1995–97. In addi- operation and dialog with the Senators House. And when there were differences tion, the vacancies on the Federal

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.067 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7531 courts around the country are signifi- the Democrats have prevented from break two criminal laws just as long as cantly lower than the 80 vacancies Re- coming to a vote; namely, Miguel all the rest are being followed? Of publicans left at the end of 1997. In- Estrada and Priscilla Owen. So the course not. Nobody would make that deed, we have reduced vacancies to count is 128 to 2. Is that a fair state- argument any more than they would their lowest level in the last 13 years. ment? argue that it is permissible to dis- Of course, the Senate is not adjourning Mr. LEAHY. That is right. We have regard two of the constitutional for the year and the Judiciary Com- stopped 2 so far; we have confirmed 128. amendments that comprise our Bill of mittee continues to hold hearings for I would note that friends on the other Rights simply because there are eight Bush judicial nominees at between two side of the aisle, when President Clin- others. The confirmation of other Bush and four times as many as we did for ton was here, stopped 60, not by votes judicial nominees in no way excuses or President Clinton’s. but by just simply having 1 or 2 Repub- justifies the shabby treatment inflicted I hope that the Republican leadership licans object so they were never even on Miguel Estrada and Priscilla Owen. will see fit to schedule Richard Wes- allowed to have a vote. In fact, when Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, I will ley’s nomination to the Second Circuit the Republicans were in charge in 1995 vote for the nomination of Michael for a vote this week. When he is con- and 1996 and 1997, when President Clin- Chertoff to be a judge on the United firmed, he will be the 26th circuit court ton was here, Republicans allowed 111 States Court of Appeals for the Third nominee of this President to be con- judicial nominees to be confirmed and Circuit. Mr. Chertoff has a fine reputa- firmed by the Senate. I expect that we only 18 circuit court judges. In 21⁄2 tion as a prosecutor, special counsel, will also proceed this week on the years, we have done 128 judges for and defense attorney. Fellow members nominations of J. Ronnie Greer to be a President Bush and 25 circuit court of the bar in New Jersey and the dis- Federal trial judge in Tennessee, Mark judges. So crocodile tears have been trict of Columbia have described him Kravitz to be a Federal trial judge in shed. Unfortunately, it is embarrassing as intelligent, fair-minded, and hard- Connecticut and John Woodcock to be when you tell the other side the num- working. Furthermore, in his role as a federal trial judge in Maine. When bers. the head of the Justice Department’s they are all confirmed, as I expect they Is there any time remaining on both Criminal Division, certain aspects of will be, the Senate will have confirmed sides? his performance have impressed me. more than 130 judges in less than 2 The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- For example, his testimony before our years. ator from Vermont has 1 minute 15 sec- committee in November 2001, express- As a followup to what the distin- onds. The Senator from Utah has 30 ing confidence in the ability of our guished Senators from New Jersey seconds. Federal courts to deal with terrorist have said, this is a case where on paper Mr. LEAHY. I withhold my time. suspects, has been important to the de- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- this could be a controversial judge, bate over the need for military tribu- ator from Utah. surely for Democrats, as someone who nals. was actively involved in the Clinton Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, all I will However, other policies and decisions impeachment matters and others. But I say, in yielding back the remainder of involving criminal justice matters dur- have worked with Mr. Chertoff. I have my seconds, is that I have been around ing Mr. Chertoff’s tenure as assistant found him to be fair. I found him to be here 17 years. I don’t know that I have Attorney General have raised serious honest with me. I also am aware of the ever seen a better nominee for any cir- concerns. At his hearing, I asked Mr. fact that the White House took the cuit court in the country. This is one Chertoff extensive questions about the time—something they normally don’t very great lawyer, great human being, Justice Department’s advocacy on be- do, or do not often do, I should say—to good family man, person with a record half of the Freeney amendment to the actually consult with the Senators that all of us should emulate if we AMBER Alert bill. This Amendment from his home State. That makes a big could. I hope all of our colleagues will has nothing to do with protecting chil- difference because we have had prob- vote for Michael Chertoff. He deserves dren, and everything to do with lems, of course, where that hasn’t been our vote. handcuffing judges and eliminating done or where there has not been con- No raw number of confirmations fairness in our federal sentencing sys- sultation or where a nominee has been means anything, in and of itself, while tem. Its provisions effectively strip sent up to divide us, not unite us. there are not one but two filibusters of Federal judges of discretion to impose Mr. REID. Will the Senator yield for exemplary nominees going on now, po- individualized sentences, and trans- a question? tentially more to come, and emergency form the longstanding sentencing Mr. LEAHY. I will vote without any vacancies continue to exist. Are we guidelines system into a mandatory reservation for Mr. Chertoff. supposed to be grateful that only a few Of course, I yield. of President Bush’s nominees are being minimum sentencing system. As Chief Mr. REID. Would the distinguished filibustered? Is there an acceptable fili- Justice Rehnquist has said, they ‘‘do Senator from Vermont confirm that buster percentage that the Democratic serious harm to the basic structure of this is the 128th judge approved during leadership has in mind? The mere fact the sentencing guideline system and this Bush administration? Is that a fair that we have to ask these questions . . . seriously impair the ability of statement? makes it crystal clear that we have a courts to impose just and responsible Mr. LEAHY. That is true. That in- broken process. Even one filibuster of a sentences.’’ cludes 25 circuit judges. judicial nominee is one too many. On April 4, 2003, the Justice Depart- Mr. REID. And the vacancy rate, as I As for the allegation that two nomi- ment sent a five-page letter to Senator understand it, is extremely low now on nees have been defeated, well, I for one HATCH expressing its ‘‘strong support the Federal court system generally; is would not be as quick as some of my for Congressman FEENEY’s amendment that a fair statement? Democratic colleagues to declare that to the House version of S. 151.’’ This Mr. LEAHY. It is extremely low. Ac- the nominations of Miguel Estrada and letter was sent only a few days before tually the vacancy rate is lower than Priscilla Owen have been defeated. We the House-Senate conference on the the unemployment rate in the country. will continue to fight for the confirma- bill and was influential in persuading It probably wouldn’t be any, had it not tion of these nominees and continue to the conferees to accept the Feeney been for the fact that 60 of President file for cloture on their nominations. amendment. At his hearing, Mr. Clinton’s nominees were blocked be- They are exemplary nominees who de- Chertoff declined to say how involved cause 1 or more Republican Senators serve to be confirmed. he was in developing the Department’s opposed them—1 or more. So they And as for the implication that it is position on the Feeney amendment or never got a vote. And had they gotten somehow acceptable to filibuster two whether he supported it. In his subse- a vote, there would be no vacancy at judicial nominees in light of the others quent answers to my written questions, all. that have been confirmed, I must ask Mr. Chertoff stated that he ‘‘personally Mr. REID. It is also true that all this my Democratic colleagues who are had no part in drafting’’ the Depart- furor created with changing the rules leading these filibusters: Would you ment’s April 4 letter and did not ‘‘re- and all this involves two judges whom ever argue that it is permissible to view it before it was sent.’’

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.069 S09PT1 S7532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 While I appreciate the more forth- [T]hose at the Department responsible for Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, I know coming nature of Mr. Chertoff’s writ- the Lindh matter before and during the time Mr. Chertoff is waiting, biting his ten answers, I find it remarkable that of Lindh’s interrogation did not to my nails, wondering if he will get through knowledge seek PRAO’s advice.] the head of the Justice Department’s this. I would mention for those of my Criminal Division Division did not par- Then, in response to my second set of colleagues who might actually be ticipate in the drafting or review of the written questions, Mr. Chertoff ac- watching this, I will vote for him. I Department’s letter. The Feeney knowledged that the e-mails published will support him. I urge them to do the in Newsweek ‘‘indicate that Mr. DePue amendment was very important legis- same. lation which substantially altered sen- initiated contact with PRAO about whether the FBI should question Walk- I yield back the remainder of my tencing policy for the Federal criminal time and ask for the yeas and nays. justice system. It was vigorously oper Lindh and that Ms. Radack re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a posed by the Judicial Conference of the sponded to that inquiry’’—and that he first learned about theses e-mails in sufficient second? United States, the American Bar Asso- early 2002. I understand that Mr. ciation, the U.S. Sentencing Commis- There appears to be. Chertoff does not believe that Mr. sion, and many prosecutors, defense at- The question is, Will the Senate ad- DePue played a major role in the Lindh torneys, law professors, civil rights or- vise and consent to the nomination of investigation and prosecution, and does ganizations, and business groups. As a Michael Chertoff, of New Jersey, to be not understand why DePue asked Federal appellate judge, Mr. Chertoff a United States Circuit Judge for the PRAO for its opinion on this matter. will soon be responsible for applying its Third Circuit? On this question, the Nevertheless, Mr. Chertoff should have provisions. He will need to explain to yeas and nays have been ordered. The fully shared his knowledge regarding clerk will call the roll. his new colleagues why he did not do this situation from the outset, rather more at the Justice Department to than deny that PRAO was asked for its The legislative clerk called the roll. stop this ill-advised legislation—or at opinion. Mr. MCCONNELL. I announce that least support Chief Justice Rehnquist’s According to the New Yorker article the Senator from Colorado (Mr. CAMP- call for a ‘‘thorough and dispassionate published on March 10, 2003, 2 weeks BELL), the Senator from Alaska (Ms. inquiry into the consequences’’ of the after the Justice Department filed MURKOWSKI), the Senator from Oregon Feeney amendment before its enact- charges against Lindh, Ms. Radack, a (Mr. SMITH), the Senator from Alaska ment. highly qualified employee who received (Mr. STEVENS), and the Senator from I was similarly surprised to learn, as a merit bonus the previous year, re- Missouri (Mr. TALENT) are necessarily Mr. Chertoff acknowledged in his most ceived a ‘‘blistering’’ performance eval- absent. recent set of written answers, that nei- uation which severely questioned her Mr. REID. I announce that the Sen- ther he nor anyone else in the criminal legal judgment, and she was advised to ator from Delaware (Mr. BIDEN), the division was involved in the decision to get a new job. Mr. Chertoff has told me Senator from North Carolina (Mr. ED- deny the Federal Bureau of Investiga- that has no knowledge of the facts sur- WARDS), the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. tion the authority to investigate the rounding Ms. Radack’s employment, INOUYE), the Senator from Massachu- recent gun purchases of suspected ter- performance, or departure from the De- setts (Mr. KERRY), the Senator from rorists after September 11. This deci- partment, and I take him at his word. Louisiana (Ms. LANDRIEU), and the Sen- sion was made in spite of the legal Nevertheless, I remain very concerned ator from Connecticut (Mr. LIEBERMAN) opinion issued by the Office of Legal about Ms. Radack’s situation. Accord- are necessarily absent. Counsel on October 11, 2001, stating ing to press reprots—and the Depart- that there is ‘‘nothing in the NICS reg- I further announce that if present ment has never issued any statement and voting, the Senator from Massa- ulations that prohibits the F.B.I. from disputing them—Ms. Radack was in ef- deriving additional benefits from chusetts (Mr. KERRY) would vote fect fired for providing legal advice on ‘‘aye.’’ checking audit log records.’’ The F.B.I. a matter involving ethical duties and The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. had previously conducted such inves- civil liberties that high-level officials tigations for years. Furthermore, the at the Department disagreed with. Fur- DOLE). Are there any other Senators in Justice Department was at the time thermore, after Ms. Radack notified the Chamber desiring to vote? aggressively expanding its investiga- Justice Department officials that they The result was announced—yeas 88, tive and prosecutory powers in re- had failed to turn over several e-mails nays 1, as follows: sponse to the 9/11 attacks. Mr. Chertoff requested by the Federal court, Depart- [Rollcall Vote No. 211 Ex.] could have, and should have, done more ment officials notified the managing YEAS—88 to help the F.B.I. agents investigating partners at Ms. Radack’s new law firm those vicious attacks. As with the Akaka Dodd Lott that she was the target of a criminal Alexander Dole Lugar Feeney amendment, this was an exam- investigation. I submitted questions to Allard Domenici McCain ple of ideology trumping smart and ef- Attorney General Ashcroft regarding Allen Dorgan McConnell fective law enforcement at the Depart- this matter in March, and I await his Baucus Durbin Mikulski Bayh Ensign Miller ment of Justice. response. Bennett Enzi Finally, I am concerned about incon- Notwithstanding my concerns about Murray Bingaman Feingold Nelson (FL) Bond Feinstein sistencies in the responses Mr. Chertoff Mr. Chertoff’s performance as head of Nelson (NE) Boxer Fitzgerald provided with respect to the debate the criminal division—as well as initial Nickles Breaux Frist over the legality of the interrogation failure, later corrected, to provide seri- Brownback Graham (FL) Pryor of John Walker Lindh. According to re- ous, consistent, and responsive answers Bunning Graham (SC) Reed ports in Newsweek and the New York- to the questions asked by members of Burns Grassley Reid Byrd Gregg Roberts er, John DePue, an attorney in the Ter- the Judiciary Committee—I am sup- Cantwell Hagel Rockefeller rorism and Violent Crime Section of porting his nomination to the Third Carper Harkin Santorum the Criminal Division, which Mr. Circuit. I am doing so based on his fine Chafee Hatch Sarbanes Chertoff heads now and headed then, reputation as a lawyer, his achieve- Chambliss Hollings Schumer Cochran Hutchison Sessions called the Professional Responsibility ments as a prosecutor and special Coleman Inhofe Shelby Advisory Office in December 2001 and counsel to the New Jersey legislature, Collins Jeffords Snowe requested its opinion on the propriety and his assurances that as a judge he Conrad Johnson Specter will apply the law with independence, Cornyn Kennedy Stabenow of having the F.B.I. interview Lindh. Corzine Kohl At his hearing, Mr. Chertoff testified: integrity, and a commitment to due Sununu Craig Kyl Thomas Crapo [I have to say, Senator, I think the Profes- process and the core constitutional val- Lautenberg Voinovich Daschle Leahy sional Responsibility [Advisory] Office was ues embedded in the fabric of our de- Warner Dayton Levin not asked for advice in this matter. I am fa- Wyden mocracy. My support for Mr. Chertoff’s DeWine Lincoln miliar with the matter. I was involved in it.] nomination today, however, should not In response to my first set of written be interpreted as an endorsement or NAYS—1 questions, Mr. Chertoff stated: approval for any other position. Clinton

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.008 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7533 NOT VOTING—11 Democracy were slaughtered by the re- reach out to the Burmese opposition, Biden Kerry Smith gime’s militia in the most violent which is especially unfortunate since Campbell Landrieu Stevens crackdown since the junta crushed the some of its most fearless leaders reside Edwards Lieberman Talent Inouye Murkowski August 1988 popular uprising against in the Thai-Burma border region. the regime—and we know the junta’s Under Prime Minister Thaksin, Thai- The nomination was confirmed. claim that only four people died on land has supported and sustained its f May 30 in what they call a spontaneous historic enemy, at the very time when LEGISLATIVE SESSION clash with the opposition is false. We it could use its influence to help bring know that Suu Kyi is not in ‘‘protec- about the negotiated transition to de- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tive custody,’’ as the junta insists, but mocracy in Burma. ate will resume legislative session. that she is being held because her na- India’s government also appears to Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, tional popularity and clear democratic I suggest the absence of a quorum. have made a strategic decision to ‘‘con- mandate ultimately make rule by gen- structively engage’’ Rangoon out of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The erals impossible to sustain. We know clerk will call the roll. fear of growing Chinese influence in the generals are holding her incommu- Burma. India has legitimate concerns The assistant legislative clerk pro- nicado because, if she were free to ceeded to call the roll. about China’s interest in using Burma speak, she would speak the truth about as an outlet for Chinese commerce and Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, their brutality, and about the ruin military forces in the Andaman Sea. I ask unanimous consent that the order they have brought to their country. for the quorum call be rescinded. But given China’s pervasive influence What’s so dangerous about these obvi- in Burma, India cannot hope to com- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ous sentiments is that the generals objection, it is so ordered. pete with Beijing for the junta’s affec- themselves know they are true, and tion. A more effective strategy would f that it is they who are to blame for be to support the Burmese opposition’s MORNING BUSINESS this devastation, exposed as they are campaign for a free Burma. I don’t before their people and the world. know what policies a Burma led by Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, The irony is that by crushing the Aung San Suu Kyi would pursue to- I ask unanimous consent that there be democratic opposition, the generals wards China, but I’m quite confident a period of morning business with Sen- have once again demonstrated to their she wouldn’t choose to pursue a stra- ators speaking for up to 10 minutes people and the world the fragility of tegic partnership with an Asian dicta- each. their rule, which no amount of repres- torship. Democratic India would be a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without sion will legitimize. That one woman, natural ally of a free Burma, and I be- objection, it is so ordered. unarmed and leading only an army of lieve Delhi would be wise to help move Mr. MCCAIN. Madam President, citizens who believe in her, can so rat- Burma in that direction, rather than where is Aung San Suu Kyi? Burma’s tle a group of uniformed officers who curry favor with the generals. political crisis grows, and much of the control every instrument of national world is outraged. Burma’s democrat- power is testimony to what Vaclav China’s unreconstructed policy to- ically elected leader, winner of the Havel called the power of the power- wards Burma following the attack of Nobel Peace Prize and world-renowned lessness. As Havel and many other May 30 was best expressed by China’s icon of freedom, remains imprisoned. brave dissidents behind the Iron Cur- ambassador to Rangoon, who told U.N. Burma’s ruling generals so far have tain knew, no amount of repression can envoy Razali Ismail that China con- prevented both the U.N. special envoy, provide a regime the democratic legit- siders the crisis to be Burma’s ‘‘inter- who has been in Rangoon for 3 days, imacy that is the only basis for regime nal political affair.’’ Interestingly, and the International Committee for survival. No leader or leaders can sys- China has been helpful in dealing with the Red Cross, to visit her. The gen- tematically repress their people and the North Korean nuclear crisis, I hope erals seem unmoved by the world’s con- loot their country and get away with it because Beijing understands the costs demnation, and their peoples’ suf- forever. The Burmese military has been of tying itself too closely to a regime fering. It is time for all respectable doing it for 40 years, and their time is that is actively alienating the rest of members of the international commu- running out. the world. Perhaps it is wishful think- nity to put weight behind their words Another sad truth the current crisis ing to hope that China’s rulers will and take active measures to secure the has exposed is how little the leaders of reach a similar conclusion about their freedom of Aung San Suu Kyi and the Burma’s neighbors, including the de- support for the Burmese junta: that in Burmese people. mocracies, seem to care for the most their increasing repression and devas- Most of the world sees the Burma cri- basic rights of the Burmese people. The tation of their country, the generals sis in staggeringly different terms than Prime Minister of Thailand arrives in are fighting a battle they can’t win, do its military rulers. Despite the re- Washington today: I hope he is pre- and that undermines the stability and gime’s denials, the May 30 assault on pared for a barrage of questioning—and prosperity China seeks in Southeast Aung San Suu Kyi and her supporters criticism—of Thailand’s warm embrace Asia. Perhaps Beijing would take a was a well-organized, premeditated at- of the dictatorship next door since he more resolution line with the generals tack by members of the Union Soli- assumed office in 2001. Under Prime if Southeast Asia were united in con- darity Development Association, a mi- Minister Thaksin, Thailand has moved demnation of their assault on the Bur- litia of the ruling, and misnamed, aggressively to deepen Thai business mese people. State Peace and Development Council. ties with Burma, provide substantial The Association of Southeast Asian Given Aung San Suu Kyi’s stature economic assistance to the junta, col- Nations will hold its annual ministe- within Burma and around the globe, we laborate with the Burmese military rial summit and security meetings know Burma’s top generals, led by against Burmese ethnic groups who op- next week in Phnom Penh. Secretary General Than Shwe, would have had to pose rule by the generals, arrest and of State Powell is scheduled to attend personally approve a physical attack repatriate exiled Burmese democrats the meetings of the ASEAN Regional on her and her delegation. We know across the Thai-Burma border, and pur- Forum and the ASEAN Post-Ministe- that Than Shwe would never let his sue a policy of cooperation and concil- rial Conferences from June 18–20. I urge conscience interfere with any calcula- iation with a regime that is opposed by Secretary Powell to reconsider his tion of what is in the best interests of the vast majority of its people and plans to travel to Southeast Asis un- the junta’s continued ability to repress known to much of the world as an out- less the ASEAN nations, excluding the democratic aspirations of its peo- law. Burma, agree to address the crisis in ple. Bangkok’s coddling of Rangoon has Burma as their central agenda item; Aung San Suu Kyi’s associates, in- gone well beyond passive acceptance of agree to forcefully condemn the crack- cluding several who witnessed the May the regime next door to something ap- down on democracy in Burma; agree to 30 attacks, say that at least 70 and per- proaching active sponsorship of the require the release of Burma’s detained haps 100 members of her National for junta. Thailand has made no effort to democracy leaders in order for Burma

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.005 S09PT1 S7534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 to participate in the ASEAN ministe- beautiful homily honoring our friend struggled to make the living Word of God rial meetings; and agree to issue a con- and revered former colleague Senator shape his decisions in life. for him, this crete action plan to move Burma to- Moynihan was given by his pastor, Rev. found expression in his long commitment to wards a negotiated settlement with Msgr. Peter Vaghi. For the benefit of the body politic, the pursuit of the common good and his special care for the poor, the Aung San Suu Kyi that grants her a all Senators and for history, I ask family structure, and the most needy in our leading and irreversible political role unanimous consent that Msgr. Vaghi’s midst. In the words of Revelation, speaking culminating in free and fair national remarks be printed in the RECORD. of those who have died in the Lord: ‘‘. . . let elections. There being no objection, the mate- them find rest from their labors, for their I understand the importance of Sec- rial was ordered to be printed in the works accompany them.’’ Like Pat, they and retary Powell’s visit to Southeast Asia. RECORD, as follows: each one of us—in our turn—will meet our I agree that the region is too impor- MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL, DANIEL PATRICK good and gracious God who judges us all with tant for the United States to neglect. MOYNIHAN, MARCH 31, 2003 a loving and merciful heart. But as long as Burma’s neighbors ne- My dear Liz, Maura, John, Tim and Tra- For him, there is now no longer any human pain, anxiety, loneliness, the rush of daily glect the political crisis in their back- cey, Michael Zora, distinguished guests and friends, life, the frailty of our human condition. No yard, it is hard to imagine what coher- We gather on this Lenten Monday in this longer must the Lord, like the Hound of ent role ASEAN can play in the region historic church of St. Patrick in sorrow but Heaven, pursue him—as He constantly pur- and the world. All Southeast Asian also in confident hope. For we come to pray sues each one of us in life. He now possesses leaders have a vested interest in build- for the soul of Daniel Patrick Moynihan in him fully—we pray—for Pat was baptized ing ASEAN into a strong regional bloc this his parish church, a church which he into Christ Jesus. Our faith teaches us that that can help expand prosperity and loved so much with so many of us who loved for those baptized into Christ Jesus, ‘‘those improve security in Southeast Asia. As him as well. We commend him this morning who have died with Christ, we believe that [they] shall also live with him.’’ Yes, ‘‘the long as Burma, an ASEAN member into the loving hands of God our Father as we celebrate this holy Mass, this perfect souls of the just are in the hand of God and since 1997, is held captive by the gen- prayer of redeeming love, given to the no torment shall touch them.’’ erals, destabilizing the region and at- church by Christ as He Himself prepared to In this Mass of Christian Burial, we gather tracting precisely the kind of inter- return to His Father in heaven. In this time as a family to pray for him. We gather as national sanction Southeast Asian of war, we pray at this Mass for Pat’s eternal well to console his wife Liz, his sons, daugh- leaders would like to avoid—and as and heavenly peace. ter, daughter-in-law, his grandchildren and long as those leaders do little or noth- This parish church is a long way from family. We gather in prayer to console each Hells Kitchen in New York where he was ing about it—Southeast Asia will re- other. raised, but a short walk from his apartment And as we ponder the mystery of Pat’s main little more than the sum of its overlooking Pennsylvania Avenue, an avenue death—for death is a mystery—it is also an parts, and ASEAN will have little en- which was so close to his heart, an avenue he appropriate time for each of us to ponder the during relevance. Secretary Powell helped transform. And this short walk is one mystery of life, the mystery of his life, the should condition his visit to Phnom he made each Sunday for holy Mass often mystery of life in general. For each one of us Penh on an ASEAN agenda that ad- with Irish walking stick in hand and that un- without exception, life has its ups and dresses the rot at the heart of the orga- forgettable tweed hat. downs, its surprises, its victories and de- In the preface for Christian Death in this feats, its happiness and loneliness. Life is a nization—the decaying dictatorship in morning’s Mass, we hear those consoling Rangoon—and that helps move ASEAN mystery which only death will ultimately re- words that for your faithful people, Lord, veal. As we contemplate Pat’s rich life, we towards a more constructive role in ‘‘life is changed not ended.’’ These are words pray that now at last, in the company of a Southeast Asia than that of ‘‘construc- of hope in a world desperately looking for gracious God, he will have the answer to the tively engaging’’, and abetting, tyr- signs of hope. They are words of our faith, a challenge of his life. anny in Burma. faith Pat embraced and lived. They are In this morning’s Gospel passage, Jesus The United States has moved to re- words of faith in Jesus Christ who ‘‘is the told Martha that ‘‘I am the resurrection and strict visas for officials of Burma’s way, the truth and the life.’’ In that first the life; whoever believes in me, even if he reading from the Book of Wisdom, how can dies, will live, and everyone who lives and Union Solidarity Development Associa- we not be consoled, referring to ‘‘the souls of tion and freeze Burmese leaders’ assets. believes in me will never die.’’ As Martha the just,’’ thought ‘‘ in the view of the fool- came to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, Tomorrow, the Senate will take up a ish to be dead,’’ but affirmed so cogently by the Son of God, we ask the Lord Jesus this measure banning imports from Burma. that revealed text to be ‘‘at peace.’’ day, a day when we remember Pat Moy- There are many titles which describe the Europe is moving to tighten existing nihan, to empower us to believe and live life and work of Pat Moynihan, words which sanctions against the junta. These ef- more deeply in Him, our Savior Jesus Christ, portray the mosaic of his 76 years of long and who is the resurrection and the life. In His forts to bring to bear pressure for de- productive, life: a senator for two and a half own time, then, He will also raise us up as, mocratization will have additional decades, ambassador, professor and scholar, in faith, we believe He raises up Pat ‘‘for ev- force if Burma’s neighbors end business voracious reader, an independent-minded in- eryone who lives and believes in me will as usual and take concrete steps to tellectual, administration official under four never die.’’ successive presidents, veteran, author of 18 help liberate the Burmese people. We shall miss Pat Moynihan. How can we books, public servant, statesman, awardee of It is hard to believe that Americans ever forget him? We all loved him in life, innumberable honors, friend and confidante, and Europeans care more about the may we never forget him in death. As his ex- a father and grandfather, spouse of 48 years rights of the Burmese people than do tended family, let us pledge this day to pray to his wonderful wife Liz, and I might add, a people in Bangkok, Beijing, Delhi, Ma- for him, his wife and family. faithful parishioner at this historic church of May he rest in peace! nila, Jakarta, and other Asian capitals. St. Patrick, this church of his patron saint. These nations will always have Burma Each part of this rich mosaic of his life f as a neighbor. Burma will not always touches us in different ways depending on HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES be ruled by the generals. When they are how we knew him but assuredly the totality gone, free Burma’s leaders will speak of the gift of his life brings comfort and con- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I rise the truth about ASEAN and its support solation to each of us in these days of deep today to pay tribute to a young man for Asian autocrats, unless that organi- loss no matter how we knew him. from Iowa who lost his life in service to He loved this parish. He had a particular zation and its member states make a his country. On Monday, May 26, 2003, love for our choir. He would often stand in Private Kenneth Nalley was killed in a strategic decision to stand with the the side aisle toward the end of Mass and Burmese people in their struggle for watch the choir looking up from that van- tragic accident on a road in Iraq. freedom today. tage point. How he enjoyed them! On occa- Kenny was only 19 years old. As the town of Hamburg, Iowa mourns the loss f sion, he would also take up the collection. He did it ever so slowly thanking everyone of one of its sons, I know I join many FORMER SENATOR DANIEL individually, in his unique style, for the con- of my fellow Iowans in extending my PATRICK MOYNIHAN tribution each person made. As I would prayers and sympathy to Kenny’s fam- Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, on watch him with basket in hand, hoping we ily. Private Nalley is the third soldier March 31, 2003, a Mass of Christian Bur- could continue the Mass, I always found it from Iowa to be killed since the start hard to believe that this was really the chair ial for Senator Daniel Patrick Moy- of the Senate Finance Committee! of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His death nihan was held at St. Patrick’s Church Pat Moynihan was a man of quiet faith. As reminds us that a great many Amer- here in Washington. At that service, a with every person of faith, however, he ican men and women are still putting

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.017 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7535 themselves in harm’s way every day in its 122-year history, proudly boasts: After leaving the NIH in 1981, Dr. answer to their country’s call. Kenny ‘‘You can go anywhere from here.’’ On Frederickson served on numerous joined the Army right out of high a basketball court in St. Joseph, MO, boards and panels, in addition to serv- school in order to gain experience and in front of a nationally televised audi- ing as President of the Institute of further his prospects for a career in law ence, these individuals offered further Medicine of the National Academy of enforcement. Like all who serve in our proof that there are no limits and no Sciences and Scholar-in-Residence at armed forces, he knew that meant he boundaries to what a person can ac- the National Library of Medicine. might be asked to risk his life to de- complish at South Dakota State. Throughout his career, Dr. fend American interests. I salute Madam President, I ask my col- Frederickson was highly respected in Kenny Nalley’s sense of public service, leagues to join me in saluting these both medicine and government. The and I honor his sacrifice today. The an- young women and their coaches on this current NIH Director, Dr. Elias nouncement I received from the Army remarkable achievement. I am proud Zerhouni, called him ‘‘a true statesman regarding his death said it best. It to request that the 2002–2003 South Da- of science’’ and ‘‘a towering influence reads ‘‘Pvt. Nalley epitomizes the best kota State University women’s basket- in the scientific community.’’ of our country—a brave soldier— who ball team’s roster be recorded in the Donald Frederickson’s brilliant con- exhibited courage, selfless service, and CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. tributions to modern medicine will live honor in abundance. His ultimate sac- There being no objection, the mate- forever. He was a giant of medical re- rifice has contributed immeasurably to rial was ordered to be printed in the search with an extraordinary ability to the freedom and security of both Iraq RECORD, as follows: see a better and brighter future, and and the world.’’ I ask that all my col- 10: Stacie Cizek, G/F, 5–10, Jr., Omaha, Ne- lay the groundwork to make it happen, leagues in the Senate remember Kenny braska; 12: Stephanie Bolden, G, 5–6, So., and we will never forget him. Nalley today, and all those who have Marshall, Minnesota; 14: Brenda Davis, G/F, f 5–11, Jr., Colton, South Dakota; 20: Heather given their lives in the service of our IN HONOR OF DR. JUDITH A. RYAN great Nation. Sieler, G, 5–6, Fr., Huron, South Dakota; 24: Megan Otte, G, 5–7, So., Grand Island, Ne- Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, on f braska; 30: Brooke Dickmeyer, G/F, 5–9, So., July 2, 2003, after many years of serv- A TEAM OF CHAMPIONS Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 34: Melissa Pater, F, 5–11, Sr., Holland, ice, Dr. Judith A. Ryan of Sioux Falls, Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, in Minnesota; 40: Dianna Pavek, G/F, 5–8, So., SD, will retire from her position as recent weeks, thousands of students Ivanhoe, Minnesota; 42: Shannon Schlagel, F/ President and Chief Executive Officer have received their diplomas and com- C, 6–0, So., Raymond, South Dakota; 50: of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Sa- menced a new phase of life. For the Karly Hegge, C, 6–1, Sr., Baltic, South Da- maritan Society. Today I want to con- Class of 2003 at my alma mater, one of kota; 52: Sarita DeBoer, C, 6–2, So., Huron, gratulate Dr. Ryan on her upcoming the enduring memories will be the na- South Dakota; 54: Christina Gilbert, C, 6–2, retirement and thank her for her many Fr., Stillwater, Minnesota. years of service. tional championship won by our wom- Head Coach: Aaron Johnston, Assistant en’s basketball team, and I would like Coach: Laurie Melum, Graduate Assistant: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Sa- to take this opportunity to recognize Sheila Roux, Senior Women’s Administrator: maritan Society began partnering with that outstanding accomplishment. Nancy Neiber, Student Assistant: Jamie Nel- church leaders in small, rural commu- South Dakota is a sparsely populated son, Student Assistant: Chris Marquardt. nities in the early 1920s, responding to State known for its vast open spaces f the call to care for vulnerable popu- and cold winter nights. Yet on most lations—those who had no other op- DR. DONALD FREDERICKSON Fridays and Saturdays, thousands of tions for care and no one to care for people make the trip to Frost Arena— Mr. KENNEDY. Madam President, I them. Today, the Good Samaritan So- named not after the winter tempera- welcome this opportunity to pay trib- ciety, headquartered in Sioux Falls, tures in Brookings, but after longtime ute to the memory of one of the best owns or manages facilities in 25 States, coach and professor Reuben ‘‘Jack’’ medical leaders and researchers of our employs 24,000 staff members, and Frost. Inside Frost Arena, they have time. One year ago, Dr. Donald serves more than 28,000 residents. come to expect some of the best bas- Frederickson passed away at his home I thank Dr. Ryan for her sterling ketball played in Division II of the Na- in Bethesda. Of his many achieve- management of this wonderful organi- tional Collegiate Athletic Association. ments, he is best known to the Nation zation. Her long career as a health ex- This championship team came to as Director of the National Institutes ecutive is distinguished by her com- South Dakota State University from of Health but his contributions to med- mitment to excellence and her untiring communities—large and small, urban icine, especially in the field of cardi- efforts on behalf of America’s senior and rural—that dot the Upper Midwest. ology, began much earlier. population. South Dakota has been for- They arrived on campus, like so many Dr. Frederickson first joined the NIH tunate to have such an advocate and of us, holding the highest aspirations in 1953, and he held several important leader. for themselves. research and administrative positions Dr. Ryan’s career is impressive. Prior In 2002, the SDSU Jackrabbits in the National Heart Institute, now to assuming her position as CEO of the reached the Division II national known as the National Heart, Lung and Nation’s largest not-for-profit long- semifinals. On March 29, 2003, Coach Blood Institute, before becoming Direc- term care and retirement system, she Aaron Johnston and his players won tor of NIH. At the National Heart Insti- served as Chief Executive Officer of the the Division II national championship tute, he led the research team that dis- American Nurses Association; Senior with a 65–50 win over Northern Ken- covered the connection between choles- Vice President of Lutheran General tucky University, capping an incred- terol and heart disease. He founded the Health System in Park Ridge, IL; Asso- ible 32–3 season. National Heart Institute’s Section on ciate Director of the University of Iowa For years to come, SDSU players, Molecular Disease, and discovered two Hospitals and Clinics; and Associate fans, and students will recall the ex- new diseases. As Director, one of Dr. Dean for the University of Iowa College citement of that night. Whether you Frederickson’s most notable achieve- of Nursing. recall the moment as a player on the ments was in the field of DNA research. Recognized for her work in the field court, a follower in the stands—or a He skillfully mediated the early days of long-term health care, Dr. Ryan fan who watched the game on ESPN2— of the dispute that still concerns us earned international recognition and the excitement of that night will long today—the dispute between those con- was invited by the Danish Nurses Asso- be remembered as a highlight in cerned with the social and ethical im- ciation to learn about emerging models SDSU’s history of athletic successes. plications of DNA research and those of care in rural communities. Upon her Our memories of that night will forever who could see the potentially great return, she shared her insights at the remind us why we are proud to call benefits of these discoveries. As a re- National Rural Health Association’s ourselves Jackrabbits. sult of mediation, NIH was able to de- Annual Conference. Her presentation South Dakota State University, velop guidelines for DNA research that at that conference was entitled, ‘‘A buoyed by its alumni’s successes over met the needs of both groups. Call for Renaissance: The Small Town

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.021 S09PT1 S7536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 as Continuous Care Retirement Com- AIDS pandemic that is taking such a en our small cities and towns through munity.’’ terrible toll on Zimbabwean society. I creativity, innovation, and, above all, Dr. Ryan has served on numerous look forward to the day when we can collaboration. I join the National public policy and professional boards follow through on that commitment, League of Cities and the Small Cities and recently participated as a member Mr. President, and help Zimbabwe to Council in encouraging President Bush, of the Health and Human Services Ad- realize its tremendous potential as an my congressional colleagues, State visory Committee on Regulatory Re- engine of growth and model of governments, community organiza- form. The committee made rec- participatory democracy in the region. tions, businesses, and citizens to honor ommendations to the Secretary regard- Time after time, news reports confirm the efforts of ‘‘small town America’’ ing potential regulatory changes that that Zimbabwe is full of patriots—citi- and renew our commitment to work to- would reduce costs associated with de- zens who refuse to allow their country gether on this day and in the future to partmental regulations and at the to be hijacked by a self-serving cabal, strengthen our small cities and towns, same time, maintain or enhance effec- independent journalists who risk tor- and to recognize their essential role in tiveness, efficiency, impact, and acces- ture when they seek to report the truth our intergovernmental partnership. sibility. rather than the ruling party line, par- f Dr. Ryan’s past achievements and ents who want their children to grow CONFLICT IN THE CONGO continuing interests provide evidence up in a Zimbabwe free from repression Mr. FEINGOLD. Madam President, I of her commitment to excellence and and corruption. These people deserve rise today to call my colleagues’ atten- her advocacy on issues facing the elder- our support and our admiration. tion to the situation in the Democratic ly and their caregivers. I join her many f friends and professional colleagues in Republic of the Congo’s Ituri Province. extending thanks for her previous work NATIONAL SMALL CITIES DAY Recently, international attention has and best wishes for her next endeavor. Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, been focused on the alarming ethic violence in the region, where thousands f the National League of Cities, led by Mayor Brenda Barger of Watertown, have been killed in the past year. Cred- A FREE ZIMBABWE SD, has designated, June 20, 2003, as ible reports suggest that over 50,000 Mr. FEINGOLD. Madam President, the third annual National Small Cities people have died in Ituri since 1999, and today I draw my colleagues’ attention Day to call attention to the role of a half a million more have been dis- to the situation in Zimbabwe, where small cities and towns in American placed. For years, this horror was lost courageous citizens continue to protest life. in the larger tragedy of Congo’s con- the political repression and economic The vast majority of cities through- flict, in which over 4 million people are collapse that have plunged their coun- out our Nation have populations of estimated to have lost their lives. try into crisis. fewer than 50,000 people. These commu- Clashes between Hema and Lendu militia forces in Ituri escalated recently Since 2000, President Mugabe has nities play an essential role in nur- as external actors fuel the fire with in- made a series of decisions intended to turing families, cultivating values, creasingly sophisticated arms and sup- tighten his grip on power regardless of building a strong sense of commitment port, essentially waging proxy wars at the cost to the country, trampling on and connection, and ensuring safety the expense of Congolese civilians. The the independence of the judiciary, and security. harassing the independent media, ma- Millions of Americans live better reports from the region are truly ap- palling, featuring horrific murders, nipulating the political process, in- lives because small cities and towns mutilation, cannibalism, rape, and the timidating opposition supporters, de- provide services and programs that use of child soldiers. The U.N. peace- stroying the economy, and exacer- meet the needs of their citizens. Par- keeping mission in Congo, which has bating a food crisis. A very real and le- ticularly during these difficult times in no mandate or capacity to enforce gitimate issue—the need for meaning- our Nation’s history, these Americans peace, has been reduced to struggling ful land reform—was for a time em- have looked to the leaders of their to to protect the civilians who have ployed as a fig leaf for the regime. But small communities to ensure their fled in desperation to U.N. sites in it has long been clear that this govern- safety and security. Partnering with Bunia, but their capabilities are se- ment is not interested in justice, only other levels of government, small cit- verely limited, and most civilians fran- in power. ies work hard to provide helpful and re- tically searching for help and security Last week’s general strike has been liable information about national are left with no help at all. the latest manifestation of public dis- issues affecting hometown America, Congo’s suffering is more than a hu- satisfaction. Reports from the region and to maintain confidence in our manitarian crisis. It is a massively de- indicate that security forces are vio- American way of life. Often, they carry stabilizing force in Africa. The war has lently suppressing efforts to dem- out their vital responsibilities with drawn in other states and provided lu- onstrate in the streets, using rubber limited staff and tight budgets but crative opportunities for international clubs, rifle butts, water cannons, tear with enormous good will and close con- criminals. We cannot forget that our gas, and live ammunition to disperse nections to the citizens they serve security is at risk when these shadowy crowds, according to the Associated every day. The leaders of the Nation’s forces are making gains. Press. Some 300 people have been ar- small cities and towns are indeed on The pattern of massive human rights rested, including opposition parliamen- the front lines in addressing many of abuses and constant destabilization has tarians. At this difficult time, it is im- our Nation’s most pressing problems. to stop. I recently offered an amend- portant that the people of Zimbabwe Businesses, civic organizations, and ment to the foreign assistance author- know that the world is watching, and citizens across the Nation are partners ization bill in the Foreign Relations that like the Zimbabweans demanding in strengthening hometown America, Committee designed to bolster U.S. change, the international community and must be encouraged to continue to support for activities in central Africa has not lost hope for the country. support efforts that make these cities aimed at pursuing justice and account- I was proud to work with the distin- and towns such great places to live. ability, deterring abuses, and holding guished majority leader, Senator The Federal Government, too, must those responsible for such abuses ac- FRIST, on the Zimbabwe Democracy continue to be a good partner by fund- countable for their actions. That is one and Economic Recovery Act, a bill ing important Federal programs that small step toward a constructive policy which was passed into law in the last support small cities and towns such as in the region over the long-term. But Congress. This legislation makes it the Community Development Block with regard to Ituri, the U.S. must clear that when the rule of law is re- Grant Program, the Community Ori- take action urgently today. stored in Zimbabwe, and when the civil ented Policing Services Program, and On May 30, the U.N. Security Council and political rights of citizens are re- local and regional homeland security passed a resolution authorizing the spected, the United States will come planning and preparedness. Secretary-General to reinforce the U.N. forward to help the country recover, We must continue to work together peacekeeping mission in the north- rebuild. We will continue to fight the and look for ways to further strength- eastern town of Bunia. France has

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.063 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7537 agreed to lead the multinational force, foster parent. As the father of nine again in World War II when 2230 Dover and while our relationship with France children and the grandfather of many residents fought to defend our Nation. has certainly not been an easy one more, including some adopted children, And in 1973, when Dover, the oldest lately, their leadership on this issue is I am inspired by Ruth’s example. Her continuous settlement in New Hamp- admirable. The United States should efforts have made all the difference in shire, and seventh oldest city in the provide all appropriate assistance to the lives of so many and she has helped United States, marked its 350th birth- this mission, and I am grateful to be make Kentucky a better place to live. day, Fosters Daily Democrat marked joined by Senator ALEXANDER, Senator Parents and foster parents alike 100 years of publishing. Since the mid- BIDEN, and Senator LUGAR in making throughout Kentucky and across dle of the 20th century it has followed that point clear in communications to America should emulate her example. I countless Presidential candidates the administration. thank the Senate for allowing me to trudging through our State in the cold We have spent a great deal on recognize Ruth and voice her praises. and snow. Fosters Daily Democrat has MONUC to date, but if we do not take She is Kentucky at its finest.∑ been there every step of the way to make sure its readers stay informed action to defuse this explosive situa- f tion, if we stand by and let militia and in touch with issues that concern CONGRATULATING FOSTERS forces rip apart the province in a strug- them. DAILY DEMOCRAT ON 130 YEARS gle for power and mineral wealth, then In addition to its coverage of events OF SERVICE TO NEW HAMP- I am at a loss as to how to explain this in and around the Dover area, the SHIRE’S SEACOAST investment. The U.S. must also work paper also brings its readers coverage closely with other international actors ∑ Mr. GREGG. Madam President, I rise of national and world events, including to move forward on a process of disar- today to pay tribute to a proud New the war on terror. In a recent editorial, mament and a meaningful political so- Hampshire institution celebrating an March 29, Fosters cautioned its readers lution to the conflict, so that the res- important milestone this year. For 130 to be wary of folks ‘‘who seek mightily pite that may be offered by this new years, Fosters Daily Democrat, a now to undermine the American way of life force is not short-lived. Perhaps most daily newspaper serving the people of and their intent to perpetrate atrocities against innocent people either di- importantly, the U.S. must take con- the city of Dover and New Hampshire’s rectly or by aiding and abetting those crete steps to insist that the govern- seacoast region, has provided excep- who would carry out such deeds.’’ ment in Kinshasa and the governments tional coverage of local and State Today, the paper holds true to the of Rwanda and Uganda stop use their news. Since its founding by Joshua L. words of its original editor, Joshua influence with the parties to stop the Foster, the paper has remained under Foster, who in the first editorial pub- violence. We cannot simply stand by, the ownership and direction of the Fos- lished in June 1873 pledged that, reading reports of grotesque violence ter family and is the only daily news- ‘‘Whatever may tend to benefit this and massive suffering, and claim that paper in our Nation displaying a family people and enhance their prosperity, there is nothing we can do. There is ac- name in its banner. In order to understand the signifi- will receive our warm and enthusiastic tually a great deal of work to be done. support.’’ We should start today. cance of the milestone Fosters is celebrating this month, it is important to For 130 years, five generations of the f recognize just how much news the pub- Foster family, currently led by Bob ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS lishers, editors and reporters have wit- and Terri Foster, have brought news nessed and brought to the Dover area from Dover City Hall, the New Hamp- since June of 1863. The 1860 census lists shire Statehouse and locations around TRIBUTE TO RUTH EVANS a little over 8,500 Dover residents. the globe to the front porches of New ∑ Mr. BUNNING. Madam President, I Today the city is proud to have nearly Hampshire’s seacoast. On this special anniversary I sincerely congratulate wish to pay tribute to Ruth Evans of 27,000 residents. During its first decade, them on the tremendous job they con- Henderson, KY, for her selfless devo- Fosters witnessed a time of tremen- tinue to do, thank them for the impor- tion to Kentucky’s youth. Ruth re- dous production and growth in the tant public service they perform, and ceived the Excellence in Service award Cocheco Print Works and Pacific Mills, wish them the best of luck in the fu- from the Kentucky Cabinet for Fami- two the most important employers in ture.∑ lies and Children for her relentless town. The Mills, which harnessed the service as a foster parent. power of the Cocheco River, produced f Representing the Green River Re- some of the finest cotton products in LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT gion, Ruth Evans along with her late the nation and employed 1,200 workers. OF 2003 husband, George, began providing a The Print Works was churning out in ∑ Mr. SMITH. Madam President, I rise safe home to children in need 22 years excess of 65 million yards of printed today to speak about the need for hate ago and have done so without any prej- cottons a year to an increasingly glob- crimes legislation. On May 1, 2003, Sen- udice towards the foster child’s back- al market. ator KENNEDY and I introduced the ground, personality or disability. To In addition to reporting on the area’s Local Law Enforcement Act, a bill that date she is credited with raising 250 growth and prosperity, Fosters also would add new categories to current foster children in addition to the eight brought one of the worst disasters in hate crimes law, sending a signal that children of her own. Her love of chil- the history of the city to its readers— violence of any kind is unacceptable in dren and her dedication to ensuring the great flood of March 1896. As any our society. that every child receives the best op- New Hampshire resident knows, tre- I would like to describe a terrible portunity to succeed has been the mendous amounts of rain in the early crime that occurred in Mesquite, TX. backbone of her service as a foster par- spring aided by melting snow from the On October 4, 2001, Vasudev Patel, a 49- ent. previous winter, causes flooding. This year-old Indian gas station owner, was While receiving the Excellence in was certainly true on March 1 and 2 shot to death during an armed robbery. Service award is a wonderful honor for that year when the city lost three His killer told police that he was moti- Ruth, she says her greatest reward for bridges, numerous businesses, and in- vated by vengeance for the terrorist at- her efforts are the occasional visits she curred tens of thousands of dollars in tacks as he allegedly had lost a rel- receives from former foster children economic hardship to a deluge that ative in the World Trade Center. A se- who return as adults with children of caused raging currents and swept large curity camera recorded the armed man their own to share their lives with her. chunks of ice into the middle of town. walking into the station, ordering the Some foster children come to Ruth ne- Fosters was on hand to cover it all. owner to give him all of the money be- glected and abused but all have had the When President Theodore Roosevelt fore shooting him. Unable to open the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe visited Dover in 1902, Fosters was cash register, however, the man fled environment. there. When 545 residents of Dover without taking any of the money. Ruth’s faith in God has been a guid- served in World War I, Fosters brought I believe that government’s first duty ing force during her years spent as a their stories to New Hampshire, and is to defend its citizens, to defend them

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.058 S09PT1 S7538 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 against the harms that come out of made this charitable event successful EC–2600. A communication from the Assist- hate. The Local Law Enforcement En- and those military families who stand ant Attorney General, Office of Legislative hancement Act is a symbol that can by and support our soldiers in harm’s Affairs, Department of Justice, transmit- become substance. I believe that by way fighting for our freedom are truly ting, pursuant to law, the report relative to ∑ constitutional concerns about the ‘‘Museum passing this legislation and changing humble and patriotic Americans. and Library Services Act of 2003’’ received on current law, we can change hearts and f June 1, 2003; to the Committee on Health , minds as well.∑ Education, Labor, and Pensions. MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT f EC–2601. A communication from the Sec- Messages from the President of the retary of Housing and Urban Development, TRIBUTE TO OPERATION United States were communicated to transmitting, pursuant to law, the Fiscal BLESSING the Senate by Ms. Evans, one of his Year 2003–2008 Strategic Plan of the Depart- ∑ Mr. BUNNING. Madam President, I secretaries. ment of Housing and Urban Development, re- rise today to honor and pay tribute to ceived on May 20, 2003; to the Committee on f all involved in organizing Operation Health , Education, Labor, and Pensions. Blessing. Operation Blessing was an EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED EC–2602. A communication from the White event hosted by seven churches for the House Liaison, Department of Health and As in executive session the PRE- Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to families of the 159th Aviation Brigade SIDING OFFICER laid before the Sen- law, the report of a vacancy and designation at Fort Campbell, KY which took place ate messages from the President of the of an acting officer for the position of Assist- on May 3, 2003. It was a work of charity United States submitting sundry nomi- ant Secretary for Budget, Technology and and compassion for which all those in- nations which were referred to the Finance, received on May 20, 2003; to the volved are certainly deserving of Committee on the Judiciary. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and thanks and respect. (The nominations received today are Pensions. David Mudd of God’s Outreach, Inc. printed at the end of the Senate pro- EC–2603. A communication from the Office of the White House Liaison, Department of in Owensboro, KY, led the organization ceedings.) of the event working closely with other Education transmitting, pursuant to law, community and church leaders, includ- f the report of a Vacancy for the position As- sistant Secretary for the Office of Elemen- ing Mrs. Allison Bird of Fort Campbell; MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME tary and Secondary Education, received on Pastor Troy Oakley of World Destiny The following bill was read the first May 20, 2003; to the Committee on Health, Church in Hopkinsville; Pastor Roy time: Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ellis of Christian Assembly Church in S. 1215. A bill to sanction the ruling Bur- EC–2604. A communication from the Presi- Madisonville; Pastor Cleddie Keith of mese military junta, to strengthen Burma’s dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Heritage Assembly of God in Florence; democratic forces and support and recognize suant to law, the report relative to the na- Pastor Louis Embry of Christ Commu- the National League of Democracy as the le- tional emergency declared by Executive nity Church in Hopkinsville; Pastor gitimate representative of the Burmese peo- Order 13222 of August 17 , 2001, to deal with Tim and Linda Rigdon of New Cov- ple, and for other purposes. the threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States enant Church in Providence; Pastor f caused by the lapse of the Export Adminis- Garswa Matally of Wing Avenue Bap- EXECUTIVE AND OTHER tration Act of 1979, received on June 1, 2003; tist Church in Owensboro; Pastor to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Sammy Wilson of Word and Spirit COMMUNICATIONS Urban Affairs. Church in Owensboro; Don Boyd of The following communications were EC–2605. A communication from the Presi- Bethel Church in McDaniels; Steve laid before the Senate, together with dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Kukul of the Lipton Corporation in accompanying papers, reports, and doc- suant to law, the report relative to termi- Owensboro; and Pastor David Pry of uments, and were referred as indicated: nating the national emergencies declared in Executive Order 12808 of May 30, 1992 and Ex- River Outreach Ministries in Evans- EC–2596. A communication from the Assist- ecutive Order 13088 of June 9, 1998, with re- ant General Counsel, Regulations, Office of ville, IN. spect to the former Socialist Federal Repub- Housing, Department of Housing and Urban These men and women raised a lot of lic of Yugoslavia and revokes those and all Development, transmitting, pursuant to law, needed items and services for the fami- related orders, received on June 1, 2003; to the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Tenant Partici- lies of the 159th Aviation Brigade, the Committee on Banking, Housing, and pation in State-Financed, HUD-Assisted ranging from washing machines and Urban Affairs. Housing Developments (RIN 2502–AH55) (FR– furniture to live music and good com- 4611–F–02)’’ received on May 20, 2003; to the EC–2606. A communication from the Assist- pany and fellowship. There was a raffle Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- to distribute bicycles and helmets for Pensions. ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the children of the 159th and 17,000 pounds EC–2597. A communication from the Regu- Arms Export Control Act, the report of a of food was distributed to the military lations Coordinator, Department of Health certification of a proposed manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of sig- families. Many of the members of the and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Opiod nificant military equipment abroad to South pastors’ congregations came from all Africa, received on May 20, 2003; to the Com- around the Commonwealth for fellow- Drugs in Maintenance and Detoxification Treatment of Oxicate Addictions; Addition mittee on Foreign Relations. ship with the families of deployed sol- of Buprenoxyphine and Buprenorphine Com- EC–2608. A communication from the Assist- diers and to volunteer their time and bination to list of Approved Opioip Treat- ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- services. The most important gift Oper- ment Medications (0910–AA52)’’ received on ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the ation Blessing gave was the reassur- May 21, 2003; to the Committee on Health, Arms Export Control Act, the report of a ance that the sacrifices soldiers and Education, Labor, and Pensions. certification of a proposed license for the ex- their families make do not go unno- EC–2598. A communication from the Direc- port of defense articles or defense services tor, Corporate Policy and Research Depart- sold commercially under a contract in the ticed or unappreciated. amount of 50 ,000,000 or more to United Arab Operation Blessing was a shining ex- ment, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corpora- tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Emirates; to the Committee on Foreign Re- ample of love of country and of com- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Benefits Payable in lations. passion for our fellow soldiers. These Terminated Single-Employer Plans, Alloca- EC–2609. A communication from the Assist- women and men demonstrated that tion of Assets in Single-Employer Plans; In- ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- America treats her soldiers and their terest Assumptions for Valuing and Paying ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the families with much deserved respect Benefits’’ received on May 20, 2003; to the Arms Export Control Act, the report of a and due honor. They are to be highly Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and certification of a proposed manufacturing li- commended for their acts of charity Pensions. cense agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad to and their example should be noted and EC–2599. A communication from the Sec- retary of Health and Human Services, trans- Japan, received on June 1, 2003; to the Com- followed by all. mitting, pursuant to law, the report relative mittee on Foreign Relations. I thank the Senate for allowing me to the future supply of long-term care work- EC–2610. A communication from the Assist- to recognize Operation Blessing and ers, received on May 20, 2003; to the Com- ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- the sacrifices of the 159th Aviation Bri- mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the gade and their families. Those who Pensions. Arms Export Control Act, the report of a

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G09JN6.057 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7539 certification of a proposed manufacturing li- received on May 20, 2003; to the Committee States Coast Guard, Department of Home- cense agreement for the manufacture of sig- on Foreign Relations. land Security, transmitting, pursuant to nificant military equipment abroad to Nor- EC–2620. A communication from the Direc- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Safety/Se- way, received on May 20, 2003; to the Com- tor of the Peace Corps, transmitting, pursu- curity Zone Regulations: Colorado River, Be- mittee on Foreign Relations. ant to law, the report relative to the tem- tween Davis Dam and Laughlin Bridge (This EC–2611. A communication from the Assist- porary suspensions of operations of the section of the Colorado River Divides Ari- ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- Peace Corps in Morocco and China, received zona and Nevada) [COTP San Diego 03–019]’’ ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the on May 27, 2003; to the Committee on For- received on May 27, 2003; to the Committee Arms Export Control Act, the report of a eign Relations. on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. certification of a proposed license for the ex- EC–2621. A communication from the Assist- EC–2630. A communication from the Chief, port of major defense equipment and defense ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- Regulations and Administrative Law, United articles in the amount of $14,000,000 or more ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the States Coast Guard, Department of Home- to the Republic of Korea, received on May 27, Arms Export Control Act, the report of a land Security, transmitting, pursuant to 2003; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. certification of a proposed manufacturing li- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Regulated EC–2612. A communication from the Assist- cense agreement for the manufacture of sig- Navigation Area: Des Plaines River, Joliet, ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- nificant military equipment abroad and the Illinois (CGD09–03–214) (1625–AA11) (2003– ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the export of Defense articles or defense services 0006)’’ received on May 27, 2003; to the Com- Arms Export Control Act, the report of a in the amount of $100,000,000 or more to Po- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- certification of a proposed license for the ex- land, received on May 27, 2003; to the Com- tation. port of major defense equipment and defense mittee on Foreign Relations. EC–2631. A communication from the Assist- articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more EC–2622. A communication from the Direc- ant Chief Counsel, Regulations, Office of the to Mexico, received on May 27, 2003; to the tor, National Science Foundation, transmit- Chief Counsel, Transportation Security Ad- Committee on Foreign Relations. ting, pursuant to law, the 2003 Annual Re- ministration, Department of Homeland Se- EC–2613. A communication from the Assist- port of the National Oceanographic Partner- curity, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- ship Program (NOPP), received on May 21, port of a rule entitled ‘‘Temporary Suspen- ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the 2003; to the Committee on Commerce, sion of the September 11th Security Fee and Arms Export Control Act, the report of a Science, and Transportation. the Aviation Security Infrastructure Fee certification of a proposed license for the ex- EC–2623. A communication from the Gen- (RIN 1652–AA29)’’ received on May 27, 2003; to port of major defense equipment and defense eral Counsel, Consumer Product Safety Com- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and mission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more Transportation. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Metal-Cored to United Arab Emirates and Canada, re- EC–2632. A communication from the Dep- Candlewicks Containing Lead and Candles ceived on May 27, 2003; to the Committee on uty Assistant Administrator, Office of Sus- With Such Wicks (FR Doc. 03–9255, 68 FR Foreign Relations. tainable Fisheries, National Marine Fish- EC–2614. A communication from the Assist- 19142)’’ received on May 27, 2003; to the Com- eries Service, Department of Commerce, ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the tation. a rule entitled ‘‘Fisheries Off West Coast EC–2624. A communication from the Gen- Arms Export Control Act, the report of a States and in the Western Pacific; West eral Counsel, Department of Commerce, certification of a proposed manufacturing li- Coast Salmon Fisheries; 2003 Management transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of cense agreement for the manufacturing of Measures (0648–AQ17) (I.D. 042503A)’’ received a draft bill to amend the Communications on June 1, 2003; to the Committee on Com- significant military equipment abroad and Act of 1934 to provide the Federal Commu- the export of defense articles or defense serv- merce, Science, and Transportation. nications Commission with permanents au- EC–2633. A communication from the Presi- ices in the amount of $100,000,000 or more to thority to auction spectrum licenses and new dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Italy, received on May 20, 2003; to the Com- authority to charge fees for unauctioned suant to law, a document relative to the con- mittee on Foreign Relations. spectrum licenses and construction permits, tinuation of a waiver of application of sub- EC–2615. A communication from the Assist- received on May 27, 2003; to the Committee sections (a) and (b) of section 402 of the ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Trade Act of 1974 to Vietnam, received on ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the EC–2625. A communication from the Chief, June 1, 2003; to the Committee on Finance. Foreign Relations Authorization Act, the re- Regulations and Administrative Law, United EC–2634. A communication from the Presi- port concerning efforts made by the United States Coast Guard, Department of Home- dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- Nations and UN Specialized Agencies to em- land Security, transmitting, pursuant to suant to law, a document relative to the con- ploy an adequate number of Americans dur- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Notifica- tinuation of a waiver of application of sub- ing 2002, received on May 27, 2003; to the tion of Arrival in U.S. Ports (USCG–2002– sections (a) and (b) of section 402 of the Committee on Foreign Relations. 11865)’’ received on May 27, 2003; to the Com- Trade Act of 1974 to Belarus, received on EC–2616. A communication from the Assist- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- June 1, 2003; to the Committee on Finance. ant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Depart- tation. EC–2635. A communication from the Sec- ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to the EC–2626. A communication from the Chief, retary of Health and Human Services, trans- Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Regulations and Administrative Law, United mitting, pursuant to law, the report entitled Fairness ACT of 1996, the report concerning States Coast Guard, Department of Home- ‘‘Determinants of Increases in Medicare Ex- an amendment to Title 22 of the Code of Fed- land Security, transmitting, pursuant to penditure for Physicians’ Services’’; to the eral Regulations, received on June 1, 2003; to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Draw- Committee on Finance. the Committee on Foreign Relations. bridge Regulations; (Including 3 Regula- EC–2636. A communication from the Sec- EC–2617. A communication from the Assist- tions) [CGD01–03–042] [CGD08–03–022] [CGD08– retary of Health and Human Services, trans- ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- 03–023] (RIN 1625–AA09) (2003–0014)’’ received mitting, pursuant to law, the report relative ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to on May 27, 2003; to the Committee on Com- to the evaluation of the Community Nursing law, the report relative to international merce, Science, and Transportation. Organization (CNO) demonstration; to the agreements other than treaties entered into EC–2627. A communication from the Chief, Committee on Finance. by the United States under the Case-Za- Regulations and Administrative Law, United EC–2637. A communication from the Sec- blocki Act with Ethiopia, Russia and Japan, States Coast Guard, Department of Home- retary of Health and Human Services, trans- received on June 1, 2003; to the Committee land Security, transmitting, pursuant to mitting, pursuant to law, the report entitled on Foreign Relations. law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Safety/Se- ‘‘Determinations of Increases in Medicare EC–2618. A communication from the Acting curity Zone Regulations: Fort Vancouver Expenditure for Physicians Services’’; to the Chief Counsel, Foreign Assets Control, De- Fireworks Display; Columbia River, Van- Committee on Finance. partment of the Treasury, transmitting, pur- couver, Washington (CGD13–03–001) (1625– EC–2638. A communication from the Direc- suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘31 AA00) (2003–0020)’’ received on May 27, 2003; tor, Human Resources Management, Depart- CFR Part 575—Authorization of Non-Com- to the Committee on Commerce, Science, ment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to mercial Funds Transfers and Related Trans- and Transportation. law, the report of a nomination for the posi- actions, Activities by the U.S. Government EC–2628. A communication from the Chief, tion of Under Secretary for Nuclear Secu- and its Contractors or Grantees, Privately Regulations and Administrative Law, United rity, Department of Energy; to the Com- Financed Humanitarian Transactions, and States Coast Guard, Department of Home- mittee on Armed Services. Certain Exports and Reexports to Iraq’’ re- land Security, transmitting, pursuant to EC–2639. A communication from the Acting ceived on May 21, 2003; to the Committee on law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Regatta Secretary of Navy, transmitting, pursuant to Foreign Relations. and Marine Parade Regulations; SLR; Patux- law, the report to notify of plans to donate EC–2619. A communication from the Assist- ent River, Solomons, Maryland (CGD05–03– the submarine ex-CAVALLA (AGSS 244) and ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- 048) (1625–AA08) (2003–0004)’’ received on May the Destroyer escort ex-STEWART (DE 238) ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to 27, 2003; to the Committee on Commerce, to the Park Board of the City of Galveston, law, the report entitled ‘‘Development As- Science, and Transportation. TX, and the Cavalla Historical Foundation, sistance and Child Survival and Health Pro- EC–2629. A communication from the Chief, received on May 27, 2003; to the Committee grams Fund Program Allocations—FY 2003’’ Regulations and Administrative Law, United on Armed Services.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.023 S09PT1 S7540 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 EC–2640. A communication from the Under REPORTS OF COMMITTEES under the prospective payment system for Secretary of Defense, Acquisition, Tech- hospital outpatient department services nology and Logistics, transmitting, pursuant The following reports of committees under the medicare program; to the Com- to law, the report entitled ‘‘Capabilities of were submitted: mittee on Finance. the Test and Evaluation Workforce of the By Mr. GREGG, from the Committee on By Mr. TALENT: Department of Defense’’ received on May 21, Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, S. 1207. A bill to redesignate the facility of 2003; to the Committee on Armed Services. without amendment: the United States Postal Service located at EC–2641. A communication from the Under S. 239. A bill to amend the Public Health 120 East Ritchie Avenue in Marceline, Mis- Secretary of Defense, Personal and Readi- Service Act to add requirements regarding souri, as the ‘‘Walt Disney Post Office Build- ness, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- trauma care, and for other purposes (Rept. ing’’; to the Committee on Governmental Af- port relative to the implementation plan for No. 108–59). fairs. the ‘‘National Call to Service’’ program, re- By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on By Ms. COLLINS (for herself and Mr. ceived on May 20, 2003; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, with amend- REED): Armed Services. ments: S. 1208. A bill to amend the Cooperative S. 246. A bill to provide that certain Bu- Forestry Assistance Act of 1978 to establish a EC–2642. A communication from the Assist- program to provide assistance to States and ant Secretary of Defense, Health Affairs, reau of Land Management land shall be held in trust for the Pueblo of Santa Clara and nonprofit organizations to preserve suburban transmitting, pursuant to law, the final re- forest land and open space and contain sub- port on the development and implementa- the Pueblo of San Ildefonso in the State of New Mexico (Rept. No. 108–60). urban sprawl, and for other purposes; to the tion of regulations to improve privacy pro- Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and tections of medical records held by the De- By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, with an Forestry. partment of Defense; to the Committee on By Mr. BENNETT: Armed Services. amendment in the nature of a substitute: S. 500. A bill to direct the Secretary of the S. 1209. A bill to provide for the acquisition EC–2643. A communication from the Under Interior to study certain sites in the historic of property in Washington County, Utah, for Secretary of Defense, Personal and Readi- district of Beaufort, South Carolina, relating implementation of a desert tortoise habitat ness, transmitting, pursuant to law, the an- to the Reconstruction Era (Rept. No. 108–61). conservation plan; to the Committee on En- nual report on entitlement transfers to basic By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on ergy and Natural Resources. educational assistance to eligible dependants Energy and Natural Resources, without By Mr. JEFFORDS (for himself and under the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB); to amendment: Mr. VOINOVICH): the Committee on Armed Services. S. 520. A bill to authorize the Secretary of S. 1210. A bill to assist in the conservation EC–2644. A communication from the Under the Interior to convey certain facilities to of marine turtles and the nesting habitats of Secretary of Defense, Personal and Readi- the Fremont-Madison Irrigation District in marine turtles in foreign countries; to the ness, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- the State of Idaho (Rept. No. 108–62). Committee on Energy and Natural Re- port of a retirement, received on May 27, By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on sources. 2003; to the Committee on Armed Services. Energy and Natural Resources, with an By Mr. DOMENICI: EC–2645. A communication from the Under amendment: S. 1211. A bill to further the purposes of Secretary of Defense, Personal and Readi- S. 625. A bill to authorize the Bureau of title XVI of the Reclamation Projects Au- ness, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Reclamation to conduct certain feasibility thorization and Adjustment Act of 1992, the port of a retirement, received on May 27, studies in the Tualatin River Basin in Or- ‘‘Reclamation Wastewater and Groundwater 2003; to the Committee on Armed Services. egon, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 108– Study and Facilities Act’’, by directing the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a EC–2646. A communication from the Under 63). By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on demonstration program for water reclama- Secretary of Defense, Personal and Readi- tion in the Tularosa Basin of New Mexico, ness, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Energy and Natural Resources, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute: and for other purposes; to the Committee on port of a retirement, received on May 27, Energy and Natural Resources. 2003; to the Committee on Armed Services. S. 635. A bill to amend the National Trails System Act to require the Secretary of the By Mrs. CLINTON (for herself, Mr. EC–2647. A communication from the Assist- Interior to update the feasibility and suit- SPECTER, and Mr. JOHNSON): ant Director, Executive and Political Per- S. 1212. A bill to identify certain sites as ability studies of four national historic sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- key resources for protection by the Direc- trails, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 108– ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- torate for Information Analysis and Infra- 64). nation for the position of Assistant Sec- structure Protection of the Department of By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on retary of Defense (Special Operations/Low Homeland Security, and for other purposes; Energy and Natural Resources, without Intensity Conflict), Department of Defense, to the Select Committee on Intelligence. amendment: received on June 1, 2003; to the Committee By Mr. SPECTER (by request): H.R. 519. A bill to authorize the Secretary on Armed Services. S. 1213. A bill to amend title 38, United of the Interior to conduct a study of the San States Code, to enhance the ability of the EC–2648. A communication from the Assist- Gabriel River Watershed, and for other pur- Department of Veterans Affairs to improve ant Director, Executive and Political Per- poses (Rept. No. 108–65). benefits for Filipino veterans of World War II sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on and survivors of such veterans, and for other ting, pursuant to law, the report of a va- Energy and Natural Resources, with an purposes; to the Committee on Veterans’ Af- cancy and designation of an acting officer for amendment in the nature of a substitute and fairs. the position of Secretary of the Navy, rean amendment to the title: By Ms. MIKULSKI (for herself, Mrs. ceived on May 20, 2003; to the Committee on H.R. 733. A bill to authorize the Secretary CLINTON, Mr. CORZINE, Mr. SARBANES, Armed Services. of the Interior to acquire the McLoughlin Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. LAUTENBERG, Mrs. EC–2649. A communication from the Sec- House National Historic Site in Oregon City, MURRAY, Mr. KENNEDY, Ms. retary of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to Oregon, and to administer the site as a unit LANDRIEU, Mr. DAYTON, and Mr. HAR- law, the report relative to the Supplemental of the National Park System, and for other Appropriations Act for Further Recovery KIN): purposes (Rept. No. 108–66). S. 1214. A bill to provide a partially refund- From and Response To Terrorist Attacks on By Mr. DOMENICI, from the Committee on the United States and the Government of able tax credit for caregiving related ex- Energy and Natural Resources, without penses; to the Committee on Finance. Slovakia claimed costs, received June 1, 2003; amendment: to the Committee on Armed Services. By Mr. McCONNELL: H.R. 788. A bill to revise the boundary of S. 1215. A bill to sanction the ruling Bur- EC–2650. A communication from the Under the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area mese military junta, to strengthen Burma’s Secretary of Defense, Comptroller, transmit- in the States of Utah and Arizona (Rept. No. democratic forces and support and recognize ting, pursuant to law, the quarterly report 108–67). the National League of Democracy as the le- entitled ‘‘Acceptance of contributions for de- f gitimate representative of the Burmese peo- fense programs, projects, and activities; De- ple, and for other purposes; read the first fense Cooperation Account’’ received on INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND time. June 1, 2003; to the Committee on Armed JOINT RESOLUTIONS By Mr. SCHUMER (for himself and Services. The following bills and joint resolu- Mrs. BOXER): EC–2651. A communication from the Under tions were introduced, read the first S. 1216. A bill to improve wireless tele- Secretary of Defense, Acquisition, Tech- phone service, and for other purposes; to the nology and Logistics, transmitting, pursuant and second times by unanimous con- Committee on Commerce, Science, and to law, the report entitled ‘‘Report on Ac- sent, and referred as indicated: Transportation. tivities and Programs for Countering Pro- By Mr. BOND: By Mr. ENZI (for himself and Ms. MI- liferation and NBC Terrorism’’ received on S. 1206. A bill to amend title XVIII of the KULSKI): May 27, 2003; to the Committee on Armed Social Security Act to provide for special S. 1217. A bill to direct the Secretary of Services. treatment for certain drugs and biologicals Health and Human Services to expand and

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.025 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7541 intensify programs with respect to research (Mr. JEFFORDS) was added as a cospon- vide better coordination of Federal ef- and related activities concerning elder falls; sor of S. 310, a bill to amend title XVIII forts and information on islet cell to the Committee on Health, Education, of the Social Security Act to provide transplantation, and to collect the Labor, and Pensions. for the coverage of marriage and fam- data necessary to move islet cell trans- f ily therapist services and mental plantation from an experimental proce- SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND health counselor services under part B dure to a standard therapy. SENATE RESOLUTIONS of the medicare program, and for other S. 545 The following concurrent resolutions purposes. At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the and Senate resolutions were read, and S. 349 name of the Senator from Pennsyl- referred (or acted upon), as indicated: At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a cosponsor of S. 545, a bill to amend title By Mrs. CLINTON (for herself, Ms. COL- name of the Senator from New Jersey LINS, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. KENNEDY, (Mr. CORZINE) was added as a cosponsor I of the Employee Retirement Income and Ms. CANTWELL): of S. 349, a bill to amend title II of the Security Act of 1974 to improve access S. Res. 162. A resolution honoring Social Security Act to repeal the Gov- and choice for entrepreneurs with tradeswomen; to the Committee on Health, ernment pension offset and windfall small businesses with respect to med- Education, Labor, and Pensions. elimination provisions. ical care for their employees. By Mr. TALENT: S. 564 S. Con. Res. 50. A concurrent resolution ex- S. 374 At the request of Ms. LANDRIEU, the pressing the sense of Congress that there At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the should be established a National Truck Safe- name of the Senator from Nebraska name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. ty Month to raise public awareness about the (Mr. NELSON) was added as a cosponsor STEVENS) was added as a cosponsor of contributions, responsibilities, and needs of of S. 374, a bill to amend the Internal S. 564, a bill to facilitate the deploy- truck drivers to make the Nation’s highways Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the oc- ment of wireless telecommunications safer; to the Committee on the Judiciary. cupational taxes relating to distilled networks in order to further the avail- By Mr. COCHRAN (for himself and Mr. spirits, wine, and beer. ability of the Emergency Alert System, LOTT): and for other purposes. S. Con. Res. 51. A concurrent resolution S. 387 S. 583 commending Medgar Wiley Evers and his At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the At the request of Mrs. HUTCHISON, the widow, Myrlie Evers-Williams for their lives name of the Senator from Massachu- name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. and accomplishments, designating a Medgar setts (Mr. KERRY) was added as a co- COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. Evers National Week of Remembrance, and sponsor of S. 387, a bill to amend title for other purposes; to the Committee on the 583, a bill to require the provision of in- XVIII of the Social Security Act to ex- Judiciary. formation to parents and adults con- tend the eligibility periods for geri- f cerning bacterial meningitis and the atric graduate medical education, to availability of a vaccination with re- ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS permit the expansion of medical resi- spect to such disease. S. 98 dency training programs in geriatric S. 589 At the request of Mr. ALLARD, the medicine, to provide for reimbursement of care coordination and assess- At the request of Mr. AKAKA, the name of the Senator from Kentucky name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. (Mr. BUNNING) was added as a cosponsor ment services provided under the medicare program, and for other purposes. COLLINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. of S. 98, a bill to amend the Bank Hold- 589, a bill to strengthen and improve S. 392 ing Company Act of 1956, and the Re- the management of national security, vised Statutes of the United States, to At the request of Mr. REID, the name encourage Government service in areas prohibit financial holding companies of the Senator from South Carolina of critical national security, and to as- and national banks from engaging, di- (Mr. HOLLINGS) was added as a cospon- sist government agencies in addressing rectly or indirectly, in real estate bro- sor of S. 392, a bill to amend title 10, deficiencies in personnel possessing kerage or real estate management ac- United States Code, to permit retired specialized skills important to national tivities, and for other purposes. members of the Armed Forces who security and incorporating the goals S. 202 have a service-connected disability to and strategies for recruitment and re- At the request of Mr. DEWINE, the receive both military retired pay by tention for such skilled personnel into name of the Senator from South Da- reason of their years of military serv- the strategic and performance manage- kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- ice and disability compensation from ment systems of Federal agencies. the Department of Veterans Affairs for sponsor of S. 202, a bill to amend the S. 623 their disability. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow At the request of Mr. WARNER, the as a deduction in determining adjusted S. 493 name of the Senator from New York gross income that deduction for ex- At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the (Mrs. CLINTON) was added as a cospon- penses in connection with services as a name of the Senator from South Caro- sor of S. 623, a bill to amend the Inter- member of a reserve component of the lina (Mr. HOLLINGS) was added as a co- nal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow Fed- Armed Forces of the United States, to sponsor of S. 493, a bill to amend title eral civilian and military retirees to allow employers a credit against in- XVIII of the Social Security Act to au- pay health insurance premiums on a come tax with respect to employees thorize physical therapists to evaluate pretax basis and to allow a deduction who participate in the military reserve and treat medicare beneficiaries with- for TRICARE supplemental premiums. components, and to allow a comparable out a requirement for a physician re- S. 636 credit for participating reserve compo- ferral, and for other purposes. At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the nent self-employed individuals, and for S. 504 name of the Senator from Texas (Mrs. other purposes. At the request of Mr. ALEXANDER, the HUTCHISON) was added as a cosponsor of S. 253 name of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. S. 636, a bill to amend title XVIII of the At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the GRASSLEY) was added as a cosponsor of Social Security Act to provide for a name of the Senator from Minnesota S. 504, a bill to establish academics for permanent increase in medicare pay- (Mr. COLEMAN) was added as a cospon- teachers and students of American his- ments for home health services that sor of S. 253, a bill to amend title 18, tory and civics and a national alliance are furnished in rural areas. United States Code, to exempt quali- of teachers of American history and S. 648 fied current and former law enforce- civics, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. REED, the name ment officers from State laws prohib- S. 518 of the Senator from Maryland (Ms. MI- iting the carrying of concealed hand- At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the KULSKI) was added as a cosponsor of S. guns. name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. 648, a bill to amend the Public Health S. 310 WARNER) was added as a cosponsor of S. Service Act with respect to health pro- At the request of Mr. THOMAS, the 518, a bill to increase the supply of pan- fessions programs regarding the prac- name of the Senator from Vermont creatic islet cells for research, to pro- tice of pharmacy.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.026 S09PT1 S7542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 S. 678 rity Act to restore the full market bas- S. 982 At the request of Mr. AKAKA, the ket percentage increase applied to pay- At the request of Mr. SANTORUM, the name of the Senator from Washington ments to hospitals for inpatient hos- name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. (Ms. CANTWELL) was added as a cospon- pital services furnished to medicare ALLEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. sor of S. 678, a bill to amend chapter 10 beneficiaries, and for other purposes. 982, a bill to halt Syrian support for of title 39, United States Code, to in- S. 915 terrorism, end its occupation of Leb- clude postmasters and postmasters or- At the request of Mr. ALEXANDER, the anon, stop its development of weapons ganizations in the process for the de- names of the Senator from Delaware of mass destruction, cease its illegal velopment and planning of certain poli- (Mr. BIDEN), the Senator from New Jer- importation of Iraqi oil, and hold Syria cies, schedules, and programs, and for sey (Mr. CORZINE), and the Senator accountable for its role in the Middle other purposes. from Michigan (Ms. STABENOW) were East, and for other purposes. S. 695 added as cosponsors of S. 915, a bill to S. 988 At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the authorize appropriations for fiscal At the request of Mr. COLEMAN, the names of the Senator from Alaska (Ms. years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008 for name of the Senator from Minnesota MURKOWSKI) and the Senator from Ne- the Department of Energy Office of (Mr. DAYTON) was added as a cosponsor vada (Mr. REID) were added as cospon- Science, to ensure that the United of S. 988, a bill to amend the Workforce sors of S. 695, a bill to amend the Inter- States is the world leader in key sci- Investment Act of 1998 to provide for a nal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase entific fields by restoring a healthy job training grant pilot program. the above-the-line deduction for teach- balance of science funding, to ensure S. 1046 er classroom supplies and to expand maximum use of the national user fa- At the request of Mr. HOLLINGS, the such deduction to include qualified cilities, and to secure the Nation’s sup- name of the Senator from Washington professional development expenses. ply of scientists for the 21st century, (Ms. CANTWELL) was added as a cospon- S. 729 and for other purposes. sor of S. 1046, a bill to amend the Com- At the request of Mr. COLEMAN, the S. 926 munications Act of 1934 to preserve lo- name of the Senator from Minnesota At the request of Mr. VOINOVICH, the calism, to foster and promote the di- (Mr. DAYTON) was added as a cosponsor name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. versity of television programming, to of S. 729, a bill to amend the Internal STEVENS) was added as a cosponsor of foster and promote competition, and to Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a S. 926, a bill to amend section 5379 of prevent excessive concentration of pilot program to encourage the use of title 5, United States Code, to increase ownership of the nation’s television medical savings accounts by public em- the annual and aggregate limits on stu- broadcast stations. ployees of the State of Minnesota and dent loan repayments by Federal agen- S. 1060 political jurisdictions thereof. cies. At the request of Mr. MCCAIN, the S. 852 S. 937 name of the Senator from Michigan At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the At the request of Mr. VOINOVICH, the (Mr. LEVIN) was added as a cosponsor of name of the Senator from North Da- name of the Senator from Michigan S. 1060, a bill to designate the visitors’ kota (Mr. DORGAN) was added as a co- (Ms. STABENOW) was added as a cospon- center at Organ Piper Cactus National sponsor of S. 852, a bill to amend title sor of S. 937, a bill to reauthorize the Monument, Arizona, as the ‘‘Kris Eggle 10, United States Code, to provide lim- Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Re- Visitors’ Center.’’ ited TRICARE program eligibility for search and Control Act of 1998, and for S. 1076 members of the Ready Reserve of the other purposes. At the request of Mr. HAGEL, the Armed Forces, to provide financial sup- S. 939 name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. port for continuation of health insur- At the request of Mr. HAGEL, the VOINOVICH) was added as a cosponsor of ance for mobilized members of reserve name of the Senator from Michigan S. 1076, a bill to authorize construction components of the Armed Forces, and (Ms. STABENOW) was added as a cospon- of an education center at or near the for other purposes. sor of S. 939, a bill to amend part B of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. S. 888 the Individuals with Disabilities Edu- S. 1108 At the request of Mr. GREGG, the cation Act to provide full Federal fund- names of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. ing of such part, to provide an excep- At the request of Mrs. CLINTON, the name of the Senator from Delaware GRASSLEY), the Senator from Georgia tion to the local maintenance of effort (Mr. BIDEN) was added as a cosponsor of (Mr. MILLER) and the Senator from requirements, and for other purposes. S. 1108, a bill to establish within the Alaska (Ms. MURKOWSKI) were added as S. 950 National Park Service the 225th Anni- cosponsors of S. 888, a bill to reauthor- At the request of Mr. ENZI, the name versary of the American Revolution ize the Museum and Library Services of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. HARKIN) Act, and for other purposes. was added as a cosponsor of S. 950, a Commemorative Program, and for other purposes. S. 890 bill to allow travel between the United S. 1120 At the request of Mrs. MURRAY, the States and Cuba. name of the Senator from Minnesota S. 971 At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the (Mr. DAYTON) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. HARKIN, the name of the Senator from Rhode Island of S. 890, a bill to amend the Individ- name of the Senator from New Jersey (Mr. CHAFEE) was added as a cosponsor uals with Disabilities Education Act to (Mr. LAUTENBERG) was added as a co- of S. 1120, a bill to establish an Office provide grants to State educational sponsor of S. 971, a bill to amend title of Trade Adjustment Assistance, and agencies to establish high cost funds XIX of the Social Security Act to pro- for other purposes. from which local educational agencies vide individuals with disabilities and S. 1121 are paid a percentage of the costs of older Americans with equal access to At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the providing a free appropriate public edu- community-based attendant services name of the Senator from Washington cation to high need children and other and supports, and for other purposes. (Ms. CANTWELL) was added as a cospon- high costs associated with educating S. 979 sor of S. 1121, a bill to extend certain children with disabilities, and for other At the request of Mr. ENSIGN, the trade benefits to countries of the great- purposes. name of the Senator from New Mexico er Middle East. S. 899 (Mr. BINGAMAN) was added as a cospon- S. 1127 At the request of Mrs. HUTCHISON, the sor of S. 979, a bill to direct the Securi- At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the names of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. ties and Exchange Commission to re- name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. ROBERTS), the Senator from New Jer- quire enhanced disclosures of employee NELSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. sey (Mr. CORZINE), and the Senator stock options, to require a study on the 1127, a bill to establish administrative from Rhode Island (Mr. CHAFEE) were economic impact of broad-based em- law judges involved in the appeals added as cosponsors of S. 899, a bill to ployee stock option plans, and for process provided for under the medi- amend title XVIII of the Social Secu- other purposes. care program under title XVIII of the

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.029 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7543 Social Security Act within the Depart- care program; to the Committee on Fi- than their costs. There are a lot of ex- ment of Health and Human Services, to nance. pensive drugs involved in the treat- ensure the independence of, and pre- Mr. BOND. Mr. President, today I ment of cancer. The heavy dependence serve the role of, such administrative rise to introduce a bill that will ensure on drugs has a lot to do with why the law judges, and for other purposes. that cancer patients continue to have cuts are devastating to cancer care in S. 1182 access to the treatment and care they particular. At the request of Mr. MCCONNELL, desperately need in their communities. At Ray County Memorial, the first the names of the Senator from Texas In Missouri alone, the number of new round of cuts last year meant that hos- (Mrs. HUTCHISON), the Senator from cancer patients is estimated to reach pital overall took a loss of over Maine (Ms. COLLINS), the Senator from almost 30,000 this year. For the Nation, $150,000. This year’s cuts will result in Nebraska (Mr. HAGEL), and the Senator we’re talking well over 1.3 million. And the loss of approximately $200,000– from California (Mrs. BOXER) were the numbers continue to climb every $300,000 for oncology services alone. added as cosponsors of S. 1182, a bill to year. These numbers are in addition to As of January 1 of next year 250 pa- sanction the ruling Burmese military patients currently living with cancer. tients in rural Missouri will be forced junta, to strengthen Burma’s demo- Many of them are surviving—and thriv- to drive to Kansas City to receive can- cratic forces and support and recognize ing—because of new tests, new treat- cer treatment. Oncologists at Ray the National League of Democracy as ments, and care they receive in com- County Memorial Hospital estimate the legitimate representative of the munity cancer centers across the coun- that 40 percent of the patients they Burmese people, and for other pur- try. treat will be unable to make the trip to poses. Many of these patients will turn to Kansan City area facilities to receive hospitals in their communities for life- their treatment—either because they S. 1182 saving treatment. Hospital outpatient lack the transportation or the help to At the request of Mrs. MURRAY, her departments are a critical part of the get there and back, or they are too sick name was added as a cosponsor of S. cancer care delivery system that pro- or too weak to endure that trip. As a 1182, supra. vide a significant portion of the cancer result of this cancer center closing, 80– S. 1182 care across the country. 100 people will die from cancer with no At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the However, this vital care is in jeop- treatment and no hope. Of course Ray names of the Senator from Massachu- ardy because this year, the Centers for Memorial Hospital will continue to setts (Mr. KERRY), the Senator from Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, give these people loving care and try to Delaware (Mr. BIDEN), and the Senator has implemented drastic reductions in make them as comfortable as possible, from New Jersey (Mr. CORZINE) were reimbursements for cancer services, in- but they will be unable to treat their added as cosponsors of S. 1182, supra. cluding chemotherapy. These cuts are cancer anymore. S. 1185 forcing cancer centers across the coun- This is not a problem unique to Ray At the request of Mr. THOMAS, the try to reconsider how they are pro- County Memorial Hospital. Due to cuts names of the Senator from Minnesota viding care or accept reimbursement in Medicare reimbursement for cancer (Mr. COLEMAN), the Senator from Idaho that fails to cover their costs. treatments hospitals across Missouri (Mr. CRAPO), the Senator from I was recently contacted by Wes and across the county that provide out- Vermont (Mr. JEFFORDS), and the Sen- Thompson, Director of Radiology at patient cancer care—large or small, ator from Mississippi (Mr. COCHRAN) Ray County Memorial Hospital in rural or urban—are struggling to con- were added as cosponsors of S. 1185, a Richmond, MO. For those of you unfa- tinue to provide this care. These cancer bill to amend title XVIII of the Social miliar with Missouri, Richmond is a centers work every day to ensure that Security Act and the Public Health small town with a population of about the thousands of Americans diagnosed Service Act to improve outpatient 6,100 approximately 50 miles east of with cancer are receiving the best care health care for medicare beneficiaries Kansas City. Ray County Memorial possible. who reside in rural areas, and for other Hospital is the sole referral center for I also have the privilege of rep- purposes. chemotherapy treatment for the rural resenting Truman Medical Center, dis- S. CON. RES. 48 residents outside of Kansas City. tinguished in its own way—for pro- In 1999, Wes’ wife died of cancer at viding free care to so many. While Tru- At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the the age of 26. She happened to be a pa- name of the Senator from Mississippi man Medical Center sees only about tient of the pharmacist, Robert 300–350 newly diagnosed cancer patients (Mr. COCHRAN) was added as a cospon- Courtney, who has been convicted of sor of S. Con. Res. 48, a concurrent res- each year, about 70–75 percent of them diluting thousands of chemotherapy olution supporting the goals and ideals are indigent. For these patients, they treatments for profit over the last sev- of ‘‘National Epilepsy Awareness provide some 1,500–2,000 treatments of eral years. Wes will be receiving a Month’’ and urging funding for epilepsy chemotherapy each year . . . and start- monetary settlement from the legal research and service programs. ing in January of this year, Medicare is proceeding involving Robert Courtney reimbursing for many of these at levels S. RES. 159 and he would like to donate it to the dramatically below Truman’s costs. At the request of Mr. PRYOR, the Ray County’s oncology program in his And there are so many others. name of the Senator from Michigan wife’s name. Unfortunately, cuts in re- In rural areas, where it is often hard (Mr. LEVIN) was added as a cosponsor of imbursements by Medicare for chemo- to recruit physicians, it is the commu- S. Res. 159, a resolution expressing the therapy treatment will force Ray nity cancer centers that provide all the sense of the Senate that the June 2, County Memorial Hospital to dis- chemotherapy and other services that 2003, ruling of the Federal Communica- continue outpatient cancer treatment help ensure that cancer patients don’t tions Commission weakening the Na- on January 1, 2004. And, that is dev- have to travel long distances for the tion’s media ownership rules is not in astating news to the community. care they need. This is particularly im- the public interest and should be re- This is a department that treats over portant in cancer treatment, where life scinded. 250 patients a year across three coun- saving treatments often result in dif- f ties. 60–70 percent of their patients are ficult side effects in the short term. Medicare beneficiaries and about 40 These cancer centers are also often STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED percent of their patients are indigent. the early adopters of some of the new- BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS Many of these cancer patients would est and most complicated drug regi- By Mr. BOND: receive no care at all if Ray County mens that cancer patients need today. S. 1206. A bill to amend title XVIII of Memorial closed the doors of the can- And not only are they a ‘‘safety net’’ the Social Security Act to provide for cer program. And yet, that’s exactly for rural patients, they are often the special treatment for certain drugs and what they are considering. Their can- safety net for Medicaid and uninsured biologicals under the prospective pay- cer program can’t stay afloat when patients. ment system for hospital outpatient every chemotherapy treatment they And yet, these are the very institu- department services under the medi- give is reimbursed by Medicare at less tions that have been suffering under

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.030 S09PT1 S7544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 what is essentially an experiment un- And this brings me to my legislation, SECTION 1. WALT DISNEY POST OFFICE BUILD- derway by the Centers for Medicare which is measured, timely, and focused ING. on the most immediate of needs. And, (a) REDESIGNATION.—The facility of the and Medicaid Services, CMS. I know United States Postal Service located at 120 that this isn’t anyone’s favorite agen- written so as to recognize the budg- East Ritchie Avenue in Marceline, Missouri, cy, but I expect more under a Repub- etary constraints facing us. and known as the Marceline Main Office, lican Administration. This legislation would set a payment shall be known and designated as the ‘‘Walt For a number of years now, CMS has floor for some of the most costly drugs Disney Post Office Building’’. been trying to bring a new payment given in the outpatient community (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, system to these hospitals. Each year centers today. This bill isn’t limited to map, regulation, document, paper, or other this experiment brings a new set of cancer drugs. But cancer is one of record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to rules and payments—for the hospitals those diseases that relies so heavily on new drugs for treatment that tend to be a reference to the Walt Disney Post Office to sort through and try to implement. Building. But this isn’t just an administrative be costly drugs, so the impact of this burden that takes our caregivers away experiment has been felt here more. By Ms. COLLINS (for herself and from their payments. In the last two The bill provides this relief imme- Mr. REED): years, this payment system has re- diately—so that in January 2004, these S. 1208. A bill to amend the Coopera- sulted in significant payment reduc- hospitals can start receiving increased tive Forestry Assistance Act of 1978 to tions for a setting of care that can now payments that at least cover more of establish a program to provide assist- barely meet its costs. their costs. ance to States and nonprofit organiza- This payment floor, by the way, was My own Missouri institutions tell me tions to preserve suburban forest land set not on the basis of these centers’ they’re considering closing their indi- and open space and contain suburban true costs. Instead, recognizing the lit- gent care programs or worse, closing sprawl, and for other purposes; to the tle time they have and the immediacy their doors altogether. of their need, they have settled for pay- Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, My office is hearing stories from and Forestry. around the country, about hospital ad- ment rates advocated by various members of Congress over the last year—as Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, the ministration arming their doctors with it began to be clear how devastating an people of Maine have always been lists of the most expensive drugs and impact this experiment could have. faithful stewards of their forest lands what CMS is now reimbursing them. This bill, for example, wouldn’t help because we understand and appreciate Why do this if you aren’t trying to in- them cover the costs of the pharmacy its tremendous value to our economy fluence a doctor’s decision about what services they provide, so critical to en- and to our way of life. to prescribe? Pharmacists are under suring safe and effective care in the From the vast tracts of undeveloped pressure to review dosing regimens to hospitals. Again, these costs are espe- land in the north, to the small wood- see where they can cut corners. Some cially significant for cancer patients, lots in the south, forest land has helped drugs are just not being given in these where mixing highly toxic to shape the character and the heritage community centers. Others that used chemotherapeutic agents using special of my State. to be given free of charge until their equipment and wearing protective While our commitment to steward- Medicare codes were assigned now gear, reviewing protocols and checking ship has preserved the forests for gen- aren’t given at all. for patient risks and side effects are all erations, there is a new and troubling In some cases, hospitals are sending more intensive efforts. It recognizes thereat to Maine’s forest lands that re- patients to the nearest physician’s of- these services by asking for a study of quires a fresh approach. This threat is fice, where inexplicably, Medicare is these costs, so that they may be recog- suburban sprawl. It has already con- paying more for the same drugs. But nized in longer term solutions that we sumed tens of thousands of acres of for- sometimes theses offices aren’t nearby. develop over the next year or so. est land in the southern part of my Other times, hospitals are getting pa- The legislation I introduce today will State. Sprawl occurs because the eco- tients returned to them with complica- provide hospitals like Ray County Me- nomic value of forests or crop land can- tions that have arisen—and now have morial Hospital and Truman Medical not compete with the value of devel- to be admitted for overnight stays and Center, and so many around Missouri oped land. close monitoring. and across the country the immediate This problem is particularly acute in How scary for a cancer patient? relief they need to be able to treat southern Maine where there has been Sometimes with only months to live, their patients. more than a 100-percent increase in ur- to be told that it could take nine I look forward to working with my banized sprawl over the past two dec- months before the next breakthrough Finance Committee colleagues to en- ades. This has resulted in the labeling drug can be given because it’s just too sure that the provisions of this legisla- of the greater Portland area as the expensive. To be told that the hospital tion and the immediate relief that it ‘‘sprawl capital of the Northeast.’’ where you’ve gotten to know your doc- provides are incorporated in anything I am alarmed by the amount of work- tors and nurses after weeks of chemo- we do on Medicare. ing forest land and open space in south- therapy is now closing its doors. To be We have learned our lessons the hard ern and coastal Maine that has given told that you now have to drive miles way in home health. This crisis in com- way to strip malls and cul-de-sacs. Our for care, away from friends and family munity cancer centers promises to State is working to respond to this who have helped care for you when you reach similar proportions if we don’t challenge because once that land is return feeling nauseous and weak from act now. paved over, it is gone forever. Those treatments. forest lands and those small woodlots By Mr. TALENT: These stories are accumulating—all S. 1207. A bill to redesignate the fa- are lost forever once that land is devel- because of a failed CMS experiment. So cility of the United States Postal Serv- oped. should we terminate the experiment ice located at 120 East Ritchie Avenue The people of Maine in response to and start over with a payment system in Marceline, Missouri, as the ‘‘Walt this concern have approved a $50 mil- that actually reflects that cost of pro- Disney Post Office Building’’; to the lion bond issue to preserve land viding this care? Yes, of course. Committee on Governmental Affairs. through the Land for Maine’s Future But that would take time—and while Mr. TALENT. Mr. President, I ask Board. They have also worked hard the time honored tradition here in unanimous consent that the text of the supporting local efforts to preserve Washington of debate and compromise bill be printed in the RECORD. open space. And they have contributed for long term reform is a worthy one— There being no objection, the bill was their time, their energy, and their these community cancer centers ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as money to the work done by our State’s around the country continue to rack follows: 88 land trusts. up the stories of compromised care and S. 1207 The people of my State are dedicated reduced access for patients, and time is Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- to preserving our working forests and one luxury many cancer patients sim- resentatives of the United States of America in protecting our communities from ply do not have. Congress assembled, sprawl. It is now time for the Federal

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.035 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7545 Government to lend a helping hand in There is a great deal that needs to be Congratulations! support of those efforts. done to protect our working forests for Sincerely, Today, I am introducing the Subur- the next generation. I believe the legis- AMOS ENO, ban Community Forestry and Open lation I am reintroducing today will Executive Director. Space Act. This legislation, which was help advance that goal. I am grateful THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND, drafted with the advice of landowners, for the support of many of the people Boston, MA, June 4, 2003. conservation groups, and the Maine and organizations that are leading the Hon. SUSAN M. COLLINS, State Forester, establishes a $50 mil- effort to support this legislation. By U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. lion grant program within the U.S. enacting the Suburban and Community DEAR SENATOR COLLINS: On behalf of the Forest Service to support locally driv- Forestry and Open Space Act, Congress Trust for Public Land, I am pleased to ex- en projects that will preserve our can provide a real boost to local con- press our support for the Suburban and Com- munity Forestry and Open Space Act. This working forests. Local governments servation initiatives, help prevent legislation will provide a much-needed focus and nonprofit organizations would sprawl, and help sustain the vitality of on working forests that provide important compete for funds to purchase land natural resource-based industries. resources in and around Maine’s towns and outright or to buy conservation ease- Mr. President, I would like to submit cities that are facing significant developments to keep the forest land threat- for the Record several letters of sup- ment pressures. We applaud your foresight in ened by development in their tradi- port for my legislation. They are from addressing this issue. As the Trust for Public Land pursues its tional use. the National Association of State For- Projects funded under this legislation mission of protecting land for people in esters, the New England Forestry Maine, we are acutely aware of the difficult must be targeted at lands located in Foundation, The Trust for Public choices many landowners face as land values parts of the country that are threat- Land, and the Pacific Forest Trust. I rise and development pressures intensify. ened by sprawl. The legislation re- ask unanimous consent that those let- The forest lands that lie in the path of devel- quires that Federal funds be matched ters of support be printed in the opment are incredibly important to local dollar for dollar by State, local, or pri- RECORD. residents for a variety of resources, includ- vate resources so that it is a true part- ing recreation, wildlife habitat, water qual- There being no objection, the mate- ity and open space. The Suburban and Com- nership to preserve this open space and rial was ordered to be printed in the working forests. munity Forestry and Open Space Act will RECORD, as follows: allow these critical lands to remain intact as This grant program would help to NATIONAL ASSOCIATION community assets by focusing federal assist- promote sustainable forestry as well as OF STATE FORESTERS, ance to landowners in areas affected by sub- public access to our forest lands. My Washington, DC, June 5, 2003. urban sprawl. This is a much-needed addition legislation protects the rights of prop- Hon. SUSAN M. COLLINS, to the resource conservation efforts that erty owners with the inclusion of a U.S. Senate, states, localities and non-governmental part- ‘‘willing seller’’ provision, which re- Washington, DC. ners are already undertaking and will pro- quires the consent of a landowner if a DEAR SENATOR COLLINS: On behalf of the vide the extra funding leverage needed to parcel of land is eligible to participate National Association of State Foresters, I successfully meet the challenges of the fu- would like to thank you for your efforts to ture. in the program. reduce the impacts of urban and suburban Our work with willing sellers across the The grant program would also allow sprawl on private and tribal forestlands in state leads us to believe that your legisla- nonprofits and municipalities, but not the U.S. Your bill to protect Suburban and tion will provide new resource protection op- the Federal Government, to hold title Community Forestry and Open Space dem- portunities for many Maine communities to the land or the easements purchased onstrates your commitment to minimizing that will leave them in good shape for future under this program. The $50 million is conversion of suburban forestlands to non- generations. Maine’s forest resources are ab- a modest amount but it would help to forest uses. Maintaining working forests in solutely critical to ensuring a decent quality achieve a number of stewardship objec- suburban environments is consistent with of life for residents and visitors alike, and proposals like yours will ensure that we ad- tives. the goals of NASF, and we appreciate your efforts to develop a program that can be im- dress the conservation of those resources First, my legislation would help pre- plemented by the States. wisely. vent forest fragmentation and preserve As the USDA Forest Service’s Southern Thank you for your leadership on this and our working forests, helping to main- Forest Resource Assessment clearly dem- many other issues affecting Maine. We look tain the supply of timber that fuels onstrates, one of the major threats to forward to working with you on this legisla- Maine most significant industry. forestland is urban sprawl. The provisions in tion and for the long-term protection of Second, the resources made available Section 1 of your bill will enable private Maine’s outstanding natural resources. by my legislation would be a valuable landowners to keep their land in trees and Sincerely, sustain the public benefits that their forests WHITNEY HATCH, tool for communities that are strug- Regional Director. gling to manage growth and prevent provide. Your bill provides another tool to address this critical concern. sprawl. Currently, if a community try- JUNE 3, 2003. Thank you for your commitment to sus- ing to cope with the effects of sprawl Hon. SUSAN COLLINS, tainable forest management and to reducing U.S. Senate, turns to the Federal Government for suburban sprawl. We look forward to con- Washington, DC. help, they would find that no assist- tinuing our work with you on the details of DEAR SENATOR COLLINS: The Pacific For- ance is available. the entire bill. rest Trust (PFT) strongly supports your pro- The Forest Legacy Program, which Sincerely, posed legislation, which will encourage and JAMES L. SLEDGE, Jr, has been critical in preserving undevel- facilitate the preservation of our nation’s President. oped forest land in my State and many privately owned forestlands. Your amend- others, is really not suitable for the ment to the Forest Legacy Program will in- kinds of projects my bill envisions. My NEW ENGLAND crease the flexibility of states in the admin- bill would change that by making the FORESTRY FOUNDATION, istration of the Program, which will, in turn, June 3, 2003. Federal Government an active partner lead to greater preservation of private Senator SUSAN M. COLLINS, in preserving forest lands and man- forestland. Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, For over ten years, PFT, a non-profit orga- aging sprawl, while leaving the deci- DC. nization, has worked to preserve, restore and sionmaking at the State and local level DEAR SENATOR COLLINS: The New England enhance the privately owned productive where it belongs. Forestry Foundation applauds Senator Col- forestlands in the United States. We cur- Last year, this legislation was in- lins’ leadership and initiative in sponsoring rently hold roughly 35,000 acres under ease- cluded in the forestry title of the Sen- the Suburban and Community Forestry and ment and have been instrumental in ensur- ate-approved version of the farm bill Open Space Program, designed to help towns ing the preservation of private land valued which passed this Senate by a vote of and communities across America’s suburban at over $115,000,000. We have provided oral 58–40. Unfortunately, the forestry title landscape combat sprawl, and preserve open and written testimony to Congress regarding space. This legislative package is exactly was stripped out of the farm bill con- proposed policies to protect and enhance our what is needed to provide an incentive for private forestlands and have written exten- ference report, despite bipartisan sup- local governments and land trusts across the sively on this issue. port for provisions such as my legisla- country to unite and partner to address an The legislation is critical to the preservation. issue of national importance. tion of private forestlands throughout the

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.044 S09PT1 S7546 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 United States. Between 1982 and 1997, the In March of 1991, the desert tortoise the creation of the Grand Staircase- United States lost over 20 million acres of was listed as an endangered species Escalante National Monument in Sep- private forestlands to other uses. States as under the Endangered Species Act. tember 1996, and the subsequent land diverse as California and Georgia have lost Government and environmental re- over 60,000 acres annually to development exchanges between the state of Utah alone. Similar statistics are reflected among searchers determined that the land im- and the Federal Government to con- privately owned forestland in other areas of mediately north of St. George, UT, was solidate federal lands within that the United States, especially in the most prime desert tortoise habitat. Con- monument, there are no longer suffi- productive timber areas. sequently, in February 1996, nearly five cient comparable federal lands within The amendment to the Forest Legacy Pro- years after the listing, the United Utah to complete the originally con- gram will provide states with the option to States Fish and Wildlife Service, templated intrastate exchanges for the permit qualified non-profit organizations, USFWS, issued Washington County a such as land trusts, to hold easements that remainder of the ELT land. are purchased, in part or in whole, with For- section 10 permit under the Endangered Faced with this problem, and in light est Legacy funds. Currently, land trusts may Species Act which paved the way for of the high priority the Department of only hold easements through Forest Legacy the adoption of a habitat conservation the Interior has placed on acquiring if such easements are donated. Thus, this plan, HCP, and an implementation these lands, BLM officials rec- amendment will give states the opportunity agreement. Under the plan and agree- ommended that the ELT lands be ac- and flexibility to expand their pool of land- ment, the Bureau of Land Manage- quired by direct purchase: During the owners participating in the Program and as ment, BLM, committed to acquire all FY 2000 budget process, BLM proposed a result, protect more private forestlands. that $30 million be set aside to begin While many landowners acknowledge the private lands in the designated habitat need to preserve their forestlands, they are area for the formation of the Red Cliffs acquiring the remaining lands in Wash- not comfortable having a governmental Reserve for the protection of the des- ington County. Unfortunately, because agency own a partial interest in their prop- sert tortoise. this project involves endangered spe- erty, which is the current requirement of the One of the private land owners within cies habitat and the USFWS is respon- Program where the easements are purchased. the reserve is Environmental Land sible for administering activities under This amendment enables landowners to work Technology, Limited, ELT, which had the Endangered Species Act, the Office with a private, voluntary qualified land trust begun acquiring lands from the State of Management and Budget shifted the organization at the option of the state. At of Utah in 1981 for purposes of residen- $30 million from the BLM budget re- the same time, states retain full decision- quest to the USFWS’s Cooperative En- making control over the selection of Forest tial and recreational development sev- Legacy projects. eral years prior to the listing of the dangered Species Conservation Fund Furthermore, this legislation will provide species. Moreover, in the years pre- budget request. Ultimately, however, essential flexibility for states to work with ceding the listing of the desert tortoise none of those funds were made avail- partner organizations that can often lever- and the adoption of the habitat con- able for BLM acquisitions within the age additional funding into Forest Legacy servation plan, ELT completed apprais- Federal section of the reserve. Instead, projects. It will open the door so that many als, cost estimates, engineering stud- the funds in that account were made more landowners can participate in the Pro- ies, site plans, surveys, utility layouts, available on a matching basis for the gram nationwide and therefore, will expand and right-of-way negotiations. They use of individual states to acquire wild- the opportunity to reverse the trend of life habitat. The result of this bureau- forestland loss. staked out golf courses, and obtained Thank you for your continued leadership water rights for the development of cratic fumbling has resulted in ex- in private forestland conservation. This is this land. Prior to the adoption of the treme financial hardship for ELT. necessary and timely legislation. HCP, it was not clear which lands the The lands within the Red Cliffs Re- Sincerely, Federal and local governments would serve are ELT’s main asset. The estab- AURIE AYBURN lishment of the Washington County L A. W , set aside for the desert tortoise, al- President, The Pacific Forest Trust. HCP has effectively taken this prop- though it was assumed that there were erty and prevented ELT from devel- sufficient surrounding Federal lands to By Mr. BENNETT: oping or otherwise disposing of the provide adequate habitat. However, S. 1209. A bill to provide for the ac- property. ELT has been brought to the quisition of property in Washington when the HCP was adopted in 1996, the brink of financial ruin as it has ex- County, Utah, for implementation of a decision was made to include ELT’s hausted its resources in an effort to desert tortoise habitat conservation lands within the boundaries of the re- hold the property while awaiting the plan; to the Committee on Energy and serve primarily because of the high compensation to which it is entitled. Natural Resources. concentrations of tortoises. The tor- ELT has had to sell its remaining as- Mr. BENNETT. Mr. President, today toises on ELT land also appeared to be sets, and the private land owner has I am introducing a bill which will bring one of, if not the only population with- also had to sell assets, including his to a close the Federal acquisition of an out an upper respiratory disease that home, to simply hold the property. important piece of privately held land, afflicted all of the other populations. This has become a financial crisis for located within the federally designated As a consequence of the inclusion of the landowner. It is simply wrong for desert tortoise reserve in Washington the ELT lands, the development efforts the Federal Government to expect the County, UT. were halted. landowner to continue to bear the cost As some of my colleagues are aware, With assurances from the Federal of the government’s efforts to provide this is not the first time legislation has Government that the acquisition of the habitat for an endangered species. That been introduced in an attempt to re- ELT development lands was a high pri- is the responsibility of the Federal solve this issue. In July of 2000, I intro- ority, the owner negotiated with, and Government. Moreover, while the land- duced S. 2873, which was referred to entered into, an assembled land ex- owner is bearing these costs, he con- and reported favorably by the Senate change agreement with the BLM in an- tinues to pay taxes on the property. committee on Energy and Natural Re- ticipation of intrastate land exchanges. This situation is made more egregious sources. In addition, similar legislation The private land owner then began a by the failure of the Department of the was twice approved by the other body, costly process of identifying com- Interior to request any acquisition both in the 106th and 107th Congresses. parable federal lands within the state funding for FY 2004, even though this Nevertheless, we have been unable to that would be suitable for an exchange acquisition has been designated a high bring this issue to resolution in the full for his lands in Washington County. priority by the agency. Over the past Senate. For nearly a decade, the pri- Over the last seven years, BLM and the several years, ELT has pursued all pos- vate property addressed by this bill has private land owners, including ELT, sible avenues to complete the acquisi- been under Federal control during have completed several exchanges, and tion of these lands. The private land which time the Federal Government the Federal Government has acquired, owner has spent millions of dollars pur- has been enjoying the benefits of the through those exchanges or direct pursuing both intrastate and interstate private property without compensating chases, nearly all of the private prop- land exchanges and has worked coop- the landowner. It is my hope that the erty located within the reserve, except eratively with the Department of the time has come to finally resolve this for approximately 1,516 acres of the Interior. Unfortunately, all of these ef- issue. ELT development land. However, with forts have thus far been fruitless.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.048 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7547 The bill that I am introducing today the landowner to recover reasonable Asian Elephant Conservation Act, the will finally bring this acquisition to a costs, interest, and damages. It is im- African Elephant Conservation Act, close. In my view, a legislative taking portant to understand that while Fed- and the Rhinoceros and Tiger Con- should be an action of last resort. But, eral acquisitions should be completed servation Act. These acts have estab- if ever a case warranted legislative on the basis of fair market value, when lished programs within the Department condemnation, this is it. This bill will the Federal Government makes the of the Interior to assist in the con- transfer all right, title, and interest in commitment to acquire private land, servation and preservation of these the ELT development property within the landowner should not have to be species around the world. More than the Red Cliffs Reserve, including an ad- driven into financial ruin while waiting 300 projects have been funded and gen- ditional 34 acres of landlocked real upon the federal government to dis- erated millions of dollars in private property owned by ELT adjacent to the charge its obligation. While the Fed- matching funds from sponsors rep- land within the reserve, to the federal eral Government has never disputed its resenting a diverse group of conserva- government. It provides an initial pay- obligation to acquire the property, it tion organizations. The projects range ment to ELT to pay off existing debts has had the benefit of the private land from purchasing anti-poaching equip- accrued in holding the property, and for all these years without having to ment for wildlife rangers to imple- provides 90 days during which ELT and pay for it. The private landowner menting elephant conservation plans the Department of the Interior can at- should not have to bear the costs of to aerial monitoring of the Northern tempt to reach a negotiated settlement this Federal foot-dragging. white rhinoceros. on the remaining value of the property. This legislation is consistent with The Marine Turtle Conservation Act I am aware that one of the difficulties the high priority the Department of of 2003 will assist in the recovery and in solving this issue is the high value the Interior has repeatedly placed on protection of marine turtles by sup- of the lands to be acquired. Due to the this land acquisition, and is a nec- porting and providing financial re- absence of comparable lands within the essary final step towards an equitable sources for projects to conserve nesting state for exchange, the legislation also resolution. The time for pursuing other habitats of marine turtles in foreign authorizes an interstate land exchange options has long since expired and it is countries and marine turtles while as a means of acquiring the property. unfortunate that it requires legislation they are found in such habitats, to pre- In the absence of a negotiated amount, action. Without commenting on the vent illegal trade in marine turtle the Secretary of the Interior will be re- Endangered Species Act itself, it would parts and products, and to address quired to bring an action in the Fed- seem that if it is the government’s ob- eral District Court for the District of other threats to the survival of marine jective to provide habitat for the ben- turtles. The bill authorizes $5 million Utah to determine a value for the land. efit of an endangered species, then the Payment for the land, whether nego- annually to implement the program. government ought to bear the costs, This legislation will help to preserve tiated or determined by the court, will rather than forcing them upon the be made from the permanent judgment this ancient and distinctive part of the landowner. It is also time to address world’s biological diversity. appropriation or any other appropriate this issue so that the Federal agencies account, or, at the option of the land I ask unanimous consent that the may be single minded in their efforts text of the bill be printed in the owner, the Secretary of the Interior to recover the desert tortoise which re- will credit a surplus property account, RECORD. mains the aim of the creation of the re- There being no objection, the bill was established and maintained by the Gen- serve. It is time to right this wrong eral Services Administration, which ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as and get on with the efforts to recover follows: the land owner can then use to bid on the species and I encourage my col- surplus government property. S. 1210 leagues to support the timely enact- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Unfortunately, when this bill has ment of this important legislation. been introduced in the past, there has resentatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, been occasional misunderstanding re- By Mr. JEFFORDS (for himself garding the inclusion of the bill’s ref- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. and Mr. VOINOVICH): This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Marine Tur- erence to section 309(f) of Public Law S. 1210. A bill to assist in the con- tle Conservation Act of 2003’’. 104–333, which requires all Federal ap- servation of marine turtles and the SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSES. praisals and acquisitions of land within nesting habitats of marine turtles in (a) FINDINGS.—Congress finds that— Washington County to be conducted foreign countries; to the Committee on (1) marine turtle populations have declined ‘‘without regard’’ to the presence of an Energy and Natural Resources. to the point that the long-term survival of endangered species. This references Mr. JEFFORDS. Madam President, I the loggerhead, green, hawksbill, Kemp’s rid- does not create a new appraisal stand- rise today to introduce the ‘‘Marine ley, olive ridley, and leatherback turtle in ard but rather restates the existing Turtle Conservation Act of 2003’’. the wild is in serious jeopardy; standard for all Federal land acquisi- Marine turtles were once abundant, (2) 6 of the 7 recognized species of marine tion in Washington County, UT. Since but now they are in serious trouble. turtles are listed as threatened or endangered species under the Endangered Species its enactment, and without exception, Six of the seven recognized species are Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.), and all 7 the Department of the Interior has ap- listed as threatened or endangered species have been included in Appendix I of plied this standard to all its acquisi- under the Endangered Species Act, and CITES; tions in the county. This language was all seven species have been included in (3) because marine turtles are long-lived, originally adopted to allay concerns Appendix I of the Convention on Inter- late-maturing, and highly migratory, marine that local landowners would not re- national Trade in Endangered Species turtles are particularly vulnerable to the im- ceive fair compensation for their prop- of Wild Flora and Fauna, CITES. Be- pacts of human exploitation and habitat erty which was being acquired for gov- cause marine turtles are long-lived, loss; ernment purposes. Some have supposed late-maturing, and highly migratory, (4) illegal international trade seriously threatens wild populations of some marine the inclusion of this language would they are particularly vulnerable to the turtle species, particularly the hawksbill constitute preferential treatment. To impacts of human exploitation and turtle; the contrary, the absence of this lan- habitat loss. In addition, for some spe- (5) the challenges facing marine turtles are guage would unfairly treat this land- cies, illegal trade seriously threatens immense, and the resources available have owner differently than every other wild populations. Because of the im- not been sufficient to cope with the contin- landowner in the reserve whose land mense challenges facing marine tur- ued loss of nesting habitats caused by human has thus far been acquired by the Fed- tles, the resources available to date activities and the consequent diminution of eral Government. Moreover, its omis- have not been sufficient to cope with marine turtle populations; sion at this point would likely lead the the continued loss of nesting habitat (6) because marine turtles are flagship species for the ecosystems in which marine tur- Justice Department to argue that Con- due to human activities and the result- tles are found, sustaining healthy popu- gress did not intend for this statutory ing diminution of marine turtle populations of marine turtles provides benefits to standard to apply. lations. many other species of wildlife, including The bill includes language to allow, The Marine Turtle Conservation Act many other threatened or endangered spe- as part of the legislative taking, for of 2003 is modeled after the successful cies;

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.040 S09PT1 S7548 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 (7) marine turtles are important compo- SEC. 4. MARINE TURTLE CONSERVATION ASSIST- whether to approve project proposals under nents of the ecosystems that they inhabit, ANCE. this section, the Secretary shall give pref- and studies of wild populations of marine (a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to the avail- erence to conservation projects that are de- turtles have provided important biological ability of funds and in consultation with signed to ensure effective, long-term con- insights; other Federal officials, the Secretary shall servation of marine turtles and their nesting (8) changes in marine turtle populations use amounts in the Fund to provide financial habitats. are most reliably indicated by changes in the assistance for projects for the conservation (f) MATCHING FUNDS.—In determining numbers of nests and nesting females; and of marine turtles for which project proposals whether to approve project proposals under (9) the reduction, removal, or other effec- are approved by the Secretary in accordance this section, the Secretary shall give pref- tive addressing of the threats to the long- with this section. erence to projects for which matching funds term viability of populations of marine tur- (b) PROJECT PROPOSALS.— are available. tles will require the joint commitment and (1) ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS.—A proposal for a (g) PROJECT REPORTING.— effort of— project for the conservation of marine tur- (1) IN GENERAL.—Each person that receives (A) countries that have within their bound- tles may be submitted to the Secretary by— assistance under this section for a project aries marine turtle nesting habitats; and (A) any wildlife management authority of shall submit to the Secretary periodic re- (B) persons with expertise in the conserva- a foreign country that has within its bound- ports (at such intervals as the Secretary tion of marine turtles. aries marine turtle nesting habitat if the ac- may require) that include all information (b) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this Act is to tivities of the authority directly or indi- that the Secretary, after consultation with assist in the conservation of marine turtles rectly affect marine turtle conservation; or other government officials, determines is and the nesting habitats of marine turtles in (B) any other person or group with the necessary to evaluate the progress and suc- foreign countries by supporting and pro- demonstrated expertise required for the con- cess of the project for the purposes of ensur- viding financial resources for projects to servation of marine turtles. ing positive results, assessing problems, and conserve the nesting habitats, conserve ma- (2) REQUIRED ELEMENTS.—A project pro- fostering improvements. rine turtles in those habitats, and address posal shall include— (2) AVAILABILITY TO THE PUBLIC.—Reports other threats to the survival of marine tur- (A) a statement of the purposes of the under paragraph (1), and any other docu- tles. project; ments relating to projects for which finan- SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. (B) the name of the individual with overall cial assistance is provided under this Act, In this Act: responsibility for the project; shall be made available to the public. (1) CITES.—The term ‘‘CITES’’ means the (C) a description of the qualifications of SEC. 5. MARINE TURTLE CONSERVATION FUND. Convention on International Trade in Endan- the individuals that will conduct the project; (a) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established gered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (27 (D) a description of— in the Multinational Species Conservation UST 1087; TIAS 8249). (i) methods for project implementation and Fund a separate account to be known as the (2) CONSERVATION.—The term ‘‘conserva- outcome assessment; ‘‘Marine Turtle Conservation Fund’’, con- tion’’ means the use of all methods and pro- (ii) staff and community management for sisting of— cedures necessary to protect nesting habi- the project; and (1) amounts transferred to the Secretary of tats of marine turtles in foreign countries (iii) the logistics of the project; the Treasury for deposit into the Fund under and of marine turtles in those habitats, in- (E) an estimate of the funds and time re- subsection (e); cluding— quired to complete the project; (2) amounts appropriated to the Fund (A) protection, restoration, and manage- (F) evidence of support for the project by under section 6; and ment of nesting habitats; appropriate governmental entities of the (3) any interest earned on investment of (B) onsite research and monitoring of nest- countries in which the project will be con- amounts in the Fund under subsection (c). ing populations, nesting habitats, annual re- ducted, if the Secretary determines that (b) EXPENDITURES FROM FUND.— production, and species population trends; such support is required for the success of (1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to paragraph (2), (C) assistance in the development, imple- the project; on request by the Secretary, the Secretary of mentation, and improvement of national and (G) information regarding the source and the Treasury shall transfer from the Fund to regional management plans for nesting habi- amount of matching funding available for the Secretary, without further appropria- tat ranges; the project; and tion, such amounts as the Secretary deter- (D) enforcement and implementation of (H) any other information that the Sec- mines are necessary to carry out section 4. CITES and laws of foreign countries to— retary considers to be necessary for evalu- (2) ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES.—Of the (i) protect and manage nesting populations ating the eligibility of the project for fund- amounts in the account available for each and nesting habitats; and ing under this Act. fiscal year, the Secretary may expend not (ii) prevent illegal trade of marine turtles; (c) PROJECT REVIEW AND APPROVAL.— more than 3 percent, or up to $80,000, which- (E) training of local law enforcement offi- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall— ever is greater, to pay the administrative ex- cials in the interdiction and prevention of— (A) not later than 30 days after receiving a penses necessary to carry out this Act. (i) the illegal killing of marine turtles on project proposal, provide a copy of the pro- (c) INVESTMENT OF AMOUNTS.— nesting habitat; and posal to other Federal officials, as appro- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the (ii) illegal trade in marine turtles; priate; and Treasury shall invest such portion of the (F) initiatives to resolve conflicts between (B) review each project proposal in a time- Fund as is not, in the judgment of the Sec- humans and marine turtles over habitat used ly manner to determine whether the pro- retary of the Treasury, required to meet cur- by marine turtles for nesting; posal meets the criteria specified in sub- rent withdrawals. Investments may be made (G) community outreach and education; section (d). only in interest-bearing obligations of the and (2) CONSULTATION; APPROVAL OR DIS- United States. (H) strengthening of the ability of local APPROVAL.—Not later than 180 days after re- (2) ACQUISITION OF OBLIGATIONS.—For the communities to implement nesting popu- ceiving a project proposal, and subject to the purpose of investments under paragraph (1), lation and nesting habitat conservation pro- availability of funds, the Secretary, after obligations may be acquired— grams. consulting with other Federal officials, as (A) on original issue at the issue price; or (3) FUND.—The term ‘‘Fund’’ means the appropriate, shall— (B) by purchase of outstanding obligations Marine Turtle Conservation Fund estab- (A) consult on the proposal with the gov- at the market price. lished by section 5. ernment of each country in which the (3) SALE OF OBLIGATIONS.—Any obligation (4) MARINE TURTLE.— project is to be conducted; acquired by the Fund may be sold by the (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘marine tur- (B) after taking into consideration any Secretary of the Treasury at the market tle’’ means any member of the family comments resulting from the consultation, price. Cheloniidae or Dermochelyidae. approve or disapprove the project proposal; (4) CREDITS TO FUND.—The interest on, and (B) INCLUSIONS.—The term ‘‘marine turtle’’ and the proceeds from the sale or redemption of, includes— (C) provide written notification of the ap- any obligations held in the Fund shall be (i) any part, product, egg, or offspring of a proval or disapproval to the person that sub- credited to and form a part of the Fund. turtle described in subparagraph (A); and mitted the project proposal, other Federal (d) TRANSFERS OF AMOUNTS.— (ii) a carcass of such a turtle. officials, and each country described in sub- (1) IN GENERAL.—The amounts required to (5) MULTINATIONAL SPECIES CONSERVATION paragraph (A). be transferred to the Fund under this section FUND.—The term ‘‘Multinational Species (d) CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL.—The Sec- shall be transferred at least monthly from Conservation Fund’’ means the fund estab- retary may approve a project proposal under the general fund of the Treasury to the Fund lished under the heading ‘‘MULTINATIONAL this section if the project will help recover on the basis of estimates made by the Sec- SPECIES CONSERVATION FUND’’ in title I of the and sustain viable populations of marine tur- retary of the Treasury. Department of the Interior and Related tles in the wild by assisting efforts in foreign (2) ADJUSTMENTS.—Proper adjustment shall Agencies Appropriations Act, 1999 (16 U.S.C. countries to implement marine turtle con- be made in amounts subsequently trans- 4246). servation programs. ferred to the extent prior estimates were in (6) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ (e) PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY.—To the max- excess of or less than the amounts required means the Secretary of the Interior. imum extent practicable, in determining to be transferred.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.043 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7549 (e) ACCEPTANCE AND USE OF DONATIONS.— This second chart shows what would to a thirsty New Mexico and a number The Secretary may accept and use donations be a proposed Tularosa Basin desalina- of Western States. New Mexico and the to provide assistance under section 4. tion facility. I show it because this is West face a critical lack of water, but Amounts received by the Secretary in the form of donations shall be transferred to the not a new concept. As a matter of fact, through the program contained in my Secretary of the Treasury for deposit in the this Tularosa Basin is a huge under- bill, the faucets could be ready to flow. Fund. ground water basin in New Mexico. Most Western States already have SEC. 6. ADVISORY GROUP. Much of it is very salty, large quan- large quantities of water. However, the (a) IN GENERAL.—To assist in carrying out tities are not so salty, and then large water contains such high levels of salt this Act, the Secretary may convene an advi- quantities are of minor salt content. that it is simply unusable. My bill pro- sory group consisting of individuals rep- The legislation I am introducing is to poses to turn untapped resource into resenting public and private organizations try to make a leap of technology for it potable water that cities, towns, farm- actively involved in the conservation of ma- directs the Secretary of the Interior to ers, industry, and nature can use to rine turtles. (b) PUBLIC PARTICIPATION.— undertake at this program, for lack of meet their needs. This bill provides the (1) MEETINGS.—The Advisory Group shall— a better way to do it, what we call a opportunity for use to utilize brand (A) ensure that each meeting of the advi- demonstration program, but it would new technology that may save the sory group is open to the public; and be one that would be easily adopted West. (B) provide, at each meeting, an oppor- anywhere. We ask that it have a capa- This piece of legislation directs the tunity for interested persons to present oral bility of 100,000 gallons so that the re- Secretary of the Interior to undertake or written statements concerning items on search would not be carried out at an a desalination demonstration program the agenda. academic level but really usable. in the Tularosa Basin located in south- (2) NOTICE.—The Secretary shall provide to the public timely notice of each meeting of The Secretary is supposed to work ern New Mexico. Additionally, it re- the advisory group. with the greatest laboratories in the quires collaboration between the Bu- (3) MINUTES.—Minutes of each meeting of Nation that have access in this regard reau of Reclamation, an established the advisory group shall be kept by the Sec- to develop new desalination technology leader in desalination research and de- retary and shall be made available to the and a plan. The facility should be com- velopment, and the Department of En- public. pleted within 3 years. The water from ergy. Our national laboratories are at (c) EXEMPTION FROM FEDERAL ADVISORY this facility will be disposed of to com- the forefront of science in many areas COMMITTEE ACT.—The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not munities in and around this basin and including water technology. The col- apply to the advisory group. in and around the county of Otero. We laboration between these two depart- SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. authorize the money necessary for it. I ments would bring together the best There are authorized to be appropriated to have a detailed statement indicating minds and the most experienced tech- the Fund $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years why we are doing this along with the nicians. This bill would further task 2005 through 2009. bill and an extra bill which goes to the the Bureau of Reclamation and the De- desk, one for reference and one for re- partment of Energy with evaluating By Mr. DOMENICI: S. 1211. A bill to further the purposes tention. current technology, advising on how to I am quite confident that a new of title XVI of the Reclamation proceed with additional research, de- method of desalination beyond that Projects Authorization and Adjust- veloping a research plan and con- one that we all hear about is going to ment Act of 1992, the ‘‘Reclamation firming project and operation costs in be forthcoming. I believe one of the Wastewater and Groundwater Study a real-world application. Finally, the and Facilities Act’’, by directing the laboratories—probably Sandia National bill authorizes the building of a facility Secretary of the Interior to undertake Laboratory in Albuquerque, but not where advances in technology could be a demonstration program for water certain, but probably—will make the tested. reclamation in the Tularosa Basin of breakthrough so that we will not be The bill authorizes appropriations of New Mexico, and for other purposes; to using the old system that we might $1.5 million for development of a de- the Committee on Energy and Natural have been trying for as long now as the salination technology plan which will Resources. occupant of the chair is of age. I even utilize the experiences of present facili- Mr. DOMENICI. Madam President, in remember that system being used when ties and programs to build the facility the United States, especially when you I first came to the Senate. We were ex- and guide its research. It further au- live in the eastern United States, you perimenting with it in the city of thorizes $30 million to construct the take water and the availability of Roswell under a Government program, desalination facility, $6 million for water for granted. Probably the only and we stopped the program because it each of fiscal years 2004 through 2010 thing that is ever thought about is: Do was too farfetched. for research programs at Sandia Na- we have a big enough reservoir? Or are We have come a long way. Just as we tional Lab associated with the facility, those aqueducts getting too old that have serious problems cleaning water and $10 million for each of the fiscal feed New York and northeastern Amer- of other pollutants, and we have old- years 2004 through 2010 for research and ica? fashioned ways of doing it, very mod- development of desalination tech- But I am here to suggest there are ern technology is being applied. As an nologies. parts of these great United States example, we all know there is a big Only 3 percent of the world’s water is where there is a huge shortage of the problem in some parts of America fresh and much of that is stored in the kind of water we need day by day for where arsenic which is found in the ice that caps the Earth’s poles. We our daily activities: to drink, to use for normal topography, normal ground of must develop the technology to eco- our families, and for the everyday use the surrounding area and has been con- nomically utilize the rest of that of our people. sumed by whoever lived there for years water. Today, most of the world’s de- First, I show you a little chart with with no harm—we are going to have to salination plants are applied to sea blue and white areas on it. All of the remove it now to some very minuscule water. As I states before, much of the blue areas on this chart of the United content per thousand gallons. In order west and, indeed, the Nation, sits on States, believe it or not, are areas in to do that the old-fashioned way, the saline aquifers. The facility I propose these United States where saline—that costs are enormous. But believe it or will develop and test the technologies is, salty—aquifers exist; that is, salty not, because of science, we might be to best access and utilize this inland water either in large ponds or under- able to do that job—albeit some of it water. ground in large pools. should not have to be done at all—for a Currently, Sandia National Lab and So while we are running out of water, tenth of the cost. the Department of the Interior are at the same time we have been blessed We are hopeful that same new breed looking for optimum sites to locate the in that we have plenty of water avail- of technology will apply to taking salt facility and are developing a feasibility able if we do something about it. And I out of inland water or ocean water. study for the program. The sites are all propose that we do something about it. Mr. President, as I say, I rise today in or around the city of Alamogordo, I have a bill that I hope will do some- to introduce a bill that has the poten- NM. The designers envision a 13,000 thing about it. tial to supply vast quantities of water square foot facility that can process up

VerDate Jan 31 2003 01:51 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.043 S09PT1 S7550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 to 100,000 gallons of water per day. It Energy shall enter into a Memorandum of other purposes, be printed in the will draw researchers from around the Agreement for the operation of the facility RECORD. country and play an essential role in and the conduct of research under this Act. There being no objection, the bill was alleviating the pressures on our water Research may be conducted at the facility ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as and may also be carried out at any labora- follows: resources. tory facility determined to be suitable by Mr. President, let me also say that I Sandia. The Secretary and the Secretary of S. 1212 have a broader vision for what can be Energy shall establish a technical advisory Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- accomplished with desalination. This is panel drawn from Federal or State agencies, resentatives of the United States of America in only the first step. This is a serious academic institutions, and private or public Congress assembled, issue, not only for New Mexico, but the entities to provide program guidance and SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION OF KEY RE- technical assistance in the operation of the SOURCES. world. More than half the world’s popu- Section 201 of the Homeland Security Act lation will face severe water shortages facility and conduct of research. (g) PROVISION OF WATER.—The Secretary of 2002 (Public Law 107–296) is amended by in the next 50 years. We must get start- shall dispose of all water produced by the fa- adding at the end the following: ‘‘(i) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term ed on this problem. cility under contract with one or more com- ‘key resources’ includes National Park Serv- I have no doubt that this legislation munities located in Otero County, New Mex- ice sites identified by the Secretary of the will help to push forward the state of ico where the water would be supplementary Interior as being so universally recognized as to water provided by public water systems or the art to ensure that we have access symbols of the United States and so heavily to the most precious of resources. Let’s wells in the communities and only after visited by the American and international take the first step. Sandia notifies the Secretary that the water public that such sites would likely be identi- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- is of a consistent, reliable quality. The water fied as targets of terrorist attacks, includ- sent that a copy of the bill be printed shall be provided at no cost to the local coming— munity except for the costs of conveyance in the RECORD. ‘‘(1) the Statue of Liberty National Monu- and delivery. There being no objection, the bill was ment in New York Harbor; SEC. 2. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PRO- ‘‘(2) Independence Hall and the Liberty ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as GRAM.—The Secretary and the Secretary of follows: Bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Energy may undertake research and develop- ‘‘(3) the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Mis- S. 1211 ment of desalination technologies in addi- souri; Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- tion to the program carried out at the facil- ‘‘(4) Mount Rushmore National Memorial resentatives of the United States of America in ity directly or by contract, interagency in Keystone, South Dakota; and Congress assembled, agreement, cooperative agreement, or grant. ‘‘(5) memorials and monuments in the Dis- SEC. 1. (a) TULAROSA BASIN FACILITY.—In Any agreement or grant may be made only trict of Columbia.’’. furtherance of the purposes of title XVI of on the basis of a competitive, merit-reviewed the Reclamation Projects Authorization and process. The Secretary and the Secretary of By Mr. SPECTER (by request): Adjustment Act of 1992 (106 Stat. 4600, 4663; Energy may carry out the program at a loca- S. 1213. A bill to amend title 38, 43 U.S.C. 390h), the Secretary of the Interior tion outside the United States after con- United States Code, to enhance the sultation with and approval by the Secretary (‘‘Secretary’’) shall construct, manage, and ability of the Department of Veterans maintain a test and evaluation facility (‘‘fa- of State. cility’’) at the Tularosa Basin, located in SEC. 3. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIA- Affairs to improve benefits for Filipino Otero County in the State of New Mexico ca- TIONS.—Appropriations may be made to the veterans of World War II and survivors pable of processing at least 100,000 gallons of Secretary and to the Secretary of Energy. of such veterans, and for other pur- water per day. There are authorized to be appropriated such poses; to the Committee on Veterans’ (b) OBJECTIVES OF FACILITY.—The facility sums as may be necessary to carry out the Affairs. shall be used to carry out research on, and to provisions of this Act, but not to exceed— Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, as test, demonstrate, and evaluate new desali- (1) $1,500,000 for development of the plan Chairman of the Committee on Vet- nation technologies to produce potable water under section 1(c); erans’ Affairs, I have today introduced, from saline or other unsuitable water, in- (2) $30,000,000 (January 2003 price levels), plus or minus such amounts, if any, as may at the request of the Secretary of Vet- cluding analysis of effects on energy con- erans Affairs, S. 1213, a proposed bill to sumption, byproduct disposal, and oper- be required by reason of ordinary fluctua- ations and maintenance costs to determine tions in construction costs as indicated by improve the benefits for Filipino vet- the most technologically-efficient and cost- engineering cost indexes applicable to the erans of World War II and survivors of effective means to produce potable water types of construction involved for the con- such veterans and for other purposes. from saline or other unsuitable water using struction of the facility; The Secretary of Veterans Affairs has desalination technologies. (3) $6,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 submitted this proposed legislation to (c) TECHNOLOGY PLAN DEVELOPMENT.—The through 2010 for transfer to Sandia to carry the President of the Senate by letter Secretary shall contract with Sandia Na- out research programs associated with the dated May 12, 2003. tional Laboratory (‘‘Sandia’’) to develop a facility; and (4) $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 My introduction of this measure is in desalination technology plan (‘‘plan’’) within keeping with the policy which I have one year from the date when funds are made through 2010 for research and development available for the purposes of this Act. The activities under section 2 of which not more adopted of generally introducing—so plan shall— than $1,500,000 in any fiscal year may be for that there will be specific bills to (1) be developed in consultation with the research undertaken directly by the Sec- which my colleagues and others may Secretary and the Secretary of Energy; retary and not more than $1,000,000 in any direct their attention and comments— (2) consider the experience of similar facili- fiscal year may be for grants to institutions all Administration-proposed draft leg- ties and research programs operated by the of higher education (including United islation referred to the Committee on Federal government and by other research States-Mexico binational research founda- Veterans’ Affairs. Thus, I reserve the institutions; and tions and interuniversity research programs (3) include recommendations for the siting established by the 2 countries). right to support or oppose the provi- and configuration of the facility and the re- sions of, as well as any amendment to, search and development program to be un- By Mrs. CLINTON (for herself, this legislation. dertaken at the facility. Mr. SPECTER, and Mr. JOHNSON): I ask unanimous consent that the (d) REVIEW OF PLAN.—The Secretary shall S. 1212. A bill to identify certain sites text of the bill be printed in the review the plan and may modify or change as key resources for protection by the RECORD, together with the transmittal any recommendation after consultation with Directorate for Information Analysis letter and a section-by-section analysis the Secretary of Energy. and Infrastructure Protection of the which accomplished it. (e) CONSTRUCTION OF FACILITY.—Within There being no objection, the mate- three years from the date of completion of Department of Homeland Security, and the plan, the Secretary shall construct the for other purposes; to the Select Com- rial was ordered to be printed in the facility in accordance with the recommenda- mittee on Intelligence. RECORD, as follows: tions contained in the plan, including any Mrs. CLINTON. Mr. President, I also S. 1213 modifications or changes. The Secretary Unanimous Consent that the text of Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- may contract with other Federal agencies, the bill, to identify certain sites as key resentatives of the United States of America in State agencies, educational institutions, and resources for protection by the Direc- Congress assembled, private entities for construction of the facil- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; REFERENCES TO TITLE ity. torate for Information Analysis and In- 38, UNITED STATES CODE. (f) MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR OPER- frastructure Protection of the Depart- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as ATION.—The Secretary and the Secretary of ment of Homeland Security, and for the ‘‘Filipino Veterans’ Benefits Act of 2003’’.

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(b) REFERENCES.—Except as otherwise ex- States Code, to improve benefits for Filipino ment of such benefits will be at the rate of pressly provided, whenever in this Act an veterans of World War II and survivors of $0.50 for each dollar authorized. amendment or repeal is expressed in terms of such veterans, and for other purposes.’’ We These limitations on benefit payments to an amendment or repeal to a section or other request that it be referred to the appropriate certain Filipino beneficiaries were intended provision, the reference shall be considered committee for prompt consideration and en- to reflect the differing economic conditions to be made to a section or other provision of actment. in the Philippines and the United States. title 38, United States Code. The draft bill would extend health care These limitations were not made contingent, SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY OF FILIPINO VETERANS FOR benefits to certain Filipino veterans residing in any respect, on the place of residence of HEALTH CARE IN THE UNITED legally in the United States. It would also the beneficiary, although, when the limita- STATES. eliminate an inequity in statutory payment tions were established, the great majority of HEALTH CARE.—Section 1734 is amended as rates between Filipino veterans and their affected individuals resided in the Phil- follows: survivors who legally reside in the United ippines. Through the years, numerous Fili- ‘‘(a) The Secretary, within the limits of States and other veterans and their sur- pino veterans and their dependents and sur- Department facilities, shall furnish hospital vivors living in the United States. vivors have immigrated to this country, and and nursing home care and medical services More specifically, section 2 of the draft bill many have become permanent residents or to an individual identified in subsection (b) would amend 38 U.S.C. § 1734 to require the citizens. It became evident that the policy in the same manner as provided for under Secretary, within the limits of Department considerations underlying the restrictions on section 1710 of this title. facilities, to provide hospitals and nursing payment of compensation and DIC to the af- ‘‘(b) An individual covered under sub- home care and medical services to Common- fected individuals are no longer relevant in section (a) of this section includes: wealth Army veterans and to new Philippine the case of those who reside in the United ‘‘(1) a Commonwealth Army veteran; and Scouts in the same manner as provided States. VA realized that Filipino bene- ‘‘(2) a new Philippine Scout. under section 1710, if such individuals reside ficiaries residing in the United States face ‘‘who is residing in the United States and is legally in the United States. Currently, both living expenses comparable to United States a citizen of, or an alien lawfully admitted for Commonwealth Army veterans and new Phil- veterans and that limiting the payment of permanent residence in, the United States.’’ ippine Scouts are eligible for treatment of these subsistence benefits to these individ- SEC. 3. RATE OF PAYMENT OF BENEFITS FOR service-connected disabilities within the uals based on policy considerations applica- CERTAIN FILIPINO VETERANS AND limit of Department facilities. However, ble to Philippine residents is not only inequi- THEIR SURVIVORS RESIDING IN THE Commonwealth Army veterans are also eligi- table, but may result in undue hardships to UNITED STATES. ble for treatment of non service-connected these beneficiaries. (a) RATE OF PAYMENT.—Section 107 is disabilities in the same manner as a veteran, Section 501(a) of Public Law 106–377, en- amended— if they are in receipt of certain compensa- acted in October 2000, added subsection (c) to (1) in the second sentence of subsection (b), tion and reside legally in the United States. section 107, providing that, in the case of dis- by striking ‘‘Payments’’ and inserting ‘‘Ex- The proposal would extend to new Philippine ability compensation paid by reason of serv- cept as provided in subsection (c), pay- Scouts who reside legally in the United ice in the organized military forces of the ments’’; and States the same eligibility for medical care (2) in subsection (c)— Government of the commonwealth of the and services of non service-connected dis- (A) by inserting ‘‘and subchapter II of Philippines, including organized guerilla abilities that currently exists for Common- chapter 13 (except section 1312(a)) of this forces, the $0.50 on-the-dollar limitation wealth Army veterans, while eliminating the title’’ after chapter 11 of this title’’; would not apply if the individual to whom (B) by striking ‘‘in subsection (a)’’ and in- receipt-of-compensation requirement for the benefits are payable resides in the United serting ‘‘in subsection (a) or (b)’’; and these veterans and scouts. It would also States and is either a citizen of the United (C) by striking ‘‘of subsection (a)’’ and in- apply the facilities-resources limitation to States or an alien lawfully admitted for per- serting ‘‘of the applicable subsection’’. all care furnished under this section. The De- manent residence. However, the statute left (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments partment estimates that costs associated unchanged the $0.50 on-the-dollar limitation made by subsection (a) shall take effect on with enactment of this proposal would be on the payment of DIC for all Filipino vet- the date of the enactment of this Act and $16,228,000 for Fiscal Year 2004. The projected erans and compensation for new Philippine shall apply to benefits paid for months be- costs would be $73,678,000 over a five-year pe- Scouts regardless of the recipient’s place of ginning after that date. riod, and $130,265,000 over a ten-year period. residence. SEC. 4. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO OPERATE The Department will offset the discretionary In the case of those Filipino veterans and REGIONAL OFFICE IN THE PHIL- costs of this proposal with available de-obli- their dependents and survivors who reside in IPPINES. gations of prior year Medical Care Collection the United States and therefore face living Subsection (b) of section 315 is amended by Fund balances. expenses comparable to United States vet- striking ‘‘2003’’ and inserting ‘‘2008’’. Section 3 of the draft bill would, in the erans and their dependents and survivors, SEC. 5. BURIAL BENEFITS FOR NEW PHILIPPINE case of compensation and dependency and in- limiting the payment of subsistence benefits SCOUTS RESIDING IN THE UNITED demnity compensation (‘‘DIC’’) paid by rea- based on policy considerations applicable to STATES. son of service in the new Philippine Scouts, Philippine residents is inequitable and may (a) BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY.—Section 107 is and in the case of DIC paid by reason of serv- result in undue hardships to those bene- amended— ice in the organized military forces of the ficiaries. A change in law such as that pro- (1) in subsection (b)(2)— Government of the Commonwealth of the vided in Public Law 106–377 is justified in the (A) by striking ‘‘and’’ and inserting a Philippines, including organized guerilla case of compensation and DIC payable to comma; and units, remove the current $0.50 on-the-dollar (B) by inserting ‘‘, 23, and 24 (to the extent United States residents based on service in limitation if the individual to whom the ben- provided for in section 2402(8))’’ after ‘‘(ex- the new Philippine Scouts and DIC payable efits are payable resides in the United States cept section 1312(a))’’; to United States residents based on service and is either a citizens of the United States (2) in the second sentence of subsection (b), in the Philippine Commonwealth Army, in- or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent as amended by section 3 of this Act, by including organized guerilla units. Thus, we residence in the United States. The amend- serting ‘‘or (d)’’ after ‘‘subsection (c)’’; propose that the $0.50-on-the-dollar limita- (3) in subsection (d)(1), by inserting ‘‘or (b), ments made by section 3 would take effect tion contained in section 107 be eliminated as otherwise applicable,’’ after ‘‘subsection on the date of enactment of the Act and in the case of disability compensation and (a)’’; and apply to benefits paid for months beginning DIC payments to all Filipino veterans and (4) in section (d)(2), by inserting ‘‘or whose after that date. their survivors who legally reside in the service is described in subsection (b) and who Section 107(a) of title 38, United States United States. dies after the date of the enactment of the Code, generally provides that service before We estimate that section 3, if enacted, Filipino Veterans Benefits Act of 2003,’’ after July 1, 1946, in the organized military forces would increase benefit costs by $2.9 million ‘‘November 1, 2000,’’. of the Government of the Commonwealth of in the first year and $45.6 million cumula- (b) NATIONAL CEMETERY INTERMENT.—Sec- the Philippines, including organized guerilla tively for ten years. VA has determined that tion 2402(8) is amended by inserting ‘‘or (b)’’ units, may in some circumstances be a basis general-operating-expense costs for this pro- after ‘‘section 107(a)’’. for entitlement to disability compensation, posal would be insignificant. This provision (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments DIC, monetary burial benefits, and certain was included in the FY 2004 Budget. made by subsections (a) and (b) shall apply other benefits under title 38, United States Section 4 of the draft bill would extend with respect to deaths occurring after the Code, but that payment of such benefits will until December 31, 2008, the authority of the date of the enactment of this Act. be at the rate of $0.50 for each collar author- Secretary of Veterans Affairs under 38 U.S.C. ized. Similarly, 38 U.S.C. § 107(b) generally § 315(b) to operate a regional office in the Re- THE SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, provides that service in the Philippine public of the Philippines. Under current law, Washington, DC, May 12, 2003. Scouts under section 14 of the Armed Forces that authority will expire on December 31, Hon. RICHARD B. CHENEY, Voluntary Recruitment Act of 1945, i.e., serv- 2003. Congress has periodically extended this President of the Senate, ice in the new Philippine Scouts, may be a authority, most recently in Public Law 106– Washington, DC. basis for entitlement to disability compensa- 117. DEAR MR. PRESIDENT: We are transmitting tion, DIC, and certain other benefits under Were VA to close the Manila regional of- a draft bill, ‘‘To amend title 38, United title 38, United States Code, but that pay- fice, veterans’ assistance activities would

VerDate Jan 31 2003 02:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.069 S09PT1 S7552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 still be needed in the Philippines. A Federal rently, both Commonwealth Army veterans family member. While we stand up for Benefits Unit would have to be attached to and new Philippine Scouts are eligible for America, we must also stand up for the Department of State. Under such an ar- treatment of service-connected disabilities what America stands for. That means rangement, VA’s control of costs and quality within the limits of Department facilities. strengthening the safety net for those of service would be limited. Because a Fed- However, Commonwealth Army veterans are eral Benefits Unit would assume responsi- also eligible for treatment of non service- who need it most. That means standing bility only for disseminating information connected disabilities in the same manner as up for American families. and assistance, but not processing benefits, a veteran if they are in receipt of certain Families are hurting. The economy is there could be no assurance that the exten- compensation and reside legally in the weak. Many are holding down two jobs sive fraud-preventive activities currently United States. The proposal would extend to to make ends meet, going into debt to performed by the Manila regional office new Philippine Scouts who reside legally in put kids through college, or finding would continue. This provision was included the United States the same eligibility for and paying for health insurance. in the FY 2004 Budget. medical care and services that currently ex- Some families are facing extraor- Section 5 of the draft bill would extend eli- ists for Commonwealth Army veterans, while dinary challenges. They are caring for gibility for national cemetery burial to new eliminating the receipt of compensation re- Philippine Scouts who lawfully reside in the quirements for the veterans and scouts. It a loved one with special needs which United States. This section would also ex- would also apply the facilities-resources lim- could be a child with autism, or cere- tend eligibility for other in-kind burial bene- itation to all care furnished under this sec- bral palsy, a parent with alzheimer’s, fits and monetary burial benefits to new tion. The Department estimates that costs or a spouse with multiple sclerosis. Philippine Scouts lawfully residing in the associated with enactment of this proposal These families struggle every day to United states on the same basis as such ben- would be $16,228,000 for Fiscal Year 2004. The take care of their loved ones. efits are provided under current law to per- projected costs would be $73,678,000 over a I want to give help to those who sons who served in the organized military five-year period, and $130,265,000 over a ten- practice self-help. My bill would pro- forces of the Government of the Common- year period. vide a tax credit of up to $5,000 for fam- wealth of the Philippines, including orga- SECTION 3 nized guerrilla units (Commonwealth Army ily caregivers. This tax credit would Section 3 would, in the case of compensa- veterans). help people pay for prescription drugs, Under current 38 U.S.C. § 107, Common- tion and dependency and indemnity com- home health care, specialized day care, pensation (‘‘DIC’’) paid by reason of service wealth Army veterans who lawfully reside in respite care, transportation to chronic the United States are eligible for national in the new Philippine Scouts, and in the case of DIC paid by reason of service in the orga- care or medical facilities, specialized cemetery burial and are eligible for mone- therapy, including occupational, phys- tary burial benefits at the full-dollar rate if nized military forces of the Government of at the time of death they are receiving VA the Commonwealth of the Philippines, in- ical, or rehabilitational therapy, and disability compensation or would have been cluding organized guerrilla units, remove the other specialized services for children, receiving VA pension but for their lack of current $0.50 on-the-dollar limitation if the including day care for children with qualifying service. Section 5 would extend individual to whom the benefits are payable special needs. these benefits to new Philippine Scouts who resides in the United States and is either a Family caregivers face so many live in the United States. We believe provi- citizen of the United States or an alien law- stresses—emotional, physical, and fi- fully admitted for permanent residence in sion of these same benefits to new Philippine nancial stresses of caregiving. They Scouts who reside in the United States is eq- the United States. These amendments would take effect on the date of enactment of the face long days, supporting a family— uitable because the service of new Philippine while caring for a loved one with a Scouts is also worthy of recognition and new Act and apply to benefits paid for months be- Philippine Scouts living in the Unites States ginning after that date. This provision was chronic condition. A dad might have to face the same cost of living as other Filipino included in the FY 2004 Budget. work two jobs to meet the costs of care veterans who live in the United States. En- SECTION 4 which places strains on marriage and actment of this provision is consistent with Section 4 would extend until December 31, relationships with other family mem- VA’s goal of achieving parity in the provi- 2008, the authority of the Secretary of Vet- bers. sion of veterans’ benefits among similarly erans Affairs under 38 U.S.C. § 315(b) to oper- Caregivers also face high costs for situated Filipino beneficiaries. ate a regional office in the Republic of the medications, home health care, adult We estimate the cost associated with na- Philippines. This provision was included in day care, physical therapy, durable tional-cemetery-burial eligibility for new the FY 2004 Budget. Philippine Scouts would be $3,600 for one medical equipment like a wheelchair, SECTION 5 year, $16,700 for five years, and $35,300 for ten day care for children with special years. We estimate the costs of providing Section 5(a) would amend 38 U.S.C. § 107 to needs, and medical bills from care with full-rate monetary burial benefits to new extend eligibility for national cemetery bur- specialists. Philippine Scouts lawfully residing in the ial to new Philippine Scouts who lawfully re- People who care for chronically ill side in the United States and to extend eligi- United States on the same basis as these family must patch together whatever benefits are provided to Commonwealth bility for other in-kind burial benefits and monetary burial benefits to new Philippine care they can afford. Too often they go Army veterans would be $4,000 for one year, into debt, use their college accounts or $16,000 for five years, and $32,000 for ten Scouts who lawfully reside in the United years. States on the same basis as such benefits are their retirement savings or go without The Office of Management and Budget ad- provided under current law to Common- the care their loved ones need. vises that there is no objection to the trans- wealth Army veterans. Section 5(b) makes a I have heard from families from mission of this bill and that its enactment conforming amendment to section 38 U.S.C. around Maryland who are facing these would be in accord with the Administration’s § 2402(8), which authorizes national cemetery strains, who are trying to make ends program. burial for certain Filipino veterans. Section meet, and who are caring for a loved 5(c) provides that the amendments made by Sincerely yours, one who is chronically ill or needs as- ANTHONY J. PRINCIPI, this section shall apply with respect to deaths occurring after the date of the enact- sistance with activities of daily living. SECTION-BY-SECTION ANALYSIS ment of this Act. The Hart family from Baltimore has SECTION 1 a 2 year old son named Jackson who Section 1(a) of the draft bill would provide By Ms. MIKULSKI (for herself, was born with severe brain abnormali- that the short title of this Act be the ‘‘Fili- Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. CORZINE, Mr. ties. He has the motor skill develop- pino Veterans’ Benefits Act of 2003’’. SARBANES, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. ment of a 4 month old. He has daily sei- Section 1(b) would provide that amend- LAUTENBERG, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. zures, so he needs total, round the ments or repeals in this Act be considered KENNEDY, Ms. LANDRIEU, Mr. clock care. The emotional cost of car- references to a section or other provision of DAYTON, and Mr. HARKIN): ing for a severely disabled child are in- title 38, United States Code. S. 1214. A bill to provide a partially calculable and the financial costs are SECTION 2 refundable tax credit for caregiving re- crushing. For the Harts, the costs in- Section 2 would amend 38 U.S.C. § 1734 to lated expenses; to the Committee on clude: $650 a month for day care for require the Secretary, within the limits of Finance. medically fragile children; $1,400 for a Department facilities, to provide hospital Ms. MIKULSKI. Madam President, I wheel chair; and, $700 for a special and nursing home care and medical services to Commonwealth Army veterans and to new rise to introduce the Family Caregiver shower chair—since Jackson can’t sit Philippine Scouts in the same manner as Relief Act of 2003—my legislation to up in the bath. My proposal would help provided under section 1710, if such individ- help those who face the crushing con- them meet these costs by providing uals reside legally in the United States. Cur- sequences of caring for a chronically ill them with a tax credit of $2,750.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 02:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.073 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7553 I know of a a couple in Baltimore There being no objection, the bill was to an applicable individual in order to pro- where the wife is in the final stages of ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as vide temporary relief to an eligible care- Alzheimers. She was a school teacher follows: giver.’’. (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— and once spoke 5 languages. Now, she S. 1214 (A) Section 24(e)(1) of such Code (relating can only say a few words. She needs 24 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- to portion of credit refundable), as redesig- hour-a-day care which costs almost resentatives of the United States of America in nated by paragraph (1) and as amended by three thousand dollars a month. Their Congress assembled, subsection (a)(3)(A), is amended by striking retirement savings are gone though SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘subsection (b)(4)’’ each place it appears and this couple is only in their early six- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Family inserting ‘‘subsection (c)(4)’’. Caregiver Relief Act of 2003’’. ties. My bill would only provide a tax (B) Section 501(c)(26) of such Code is SEC. 2. LONG-TERM CARE TAX CREDIT. amended by striking ‘‘section 24(c)’’ and in- credit of five thousand to this couple. I (a) ALLOWANCE OF CREDIT.— know that this would help this couple serting ‘‘section 24(d)’’. (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (1) of section (C) Section 6211(b)(4)(A) of such Code is as they face the challenges of her final 24(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (re- amended by striking ‘‘section 24(d)’’ and in- days. lating to allowance of child tax credit) is serting ‘‘section 24(e)’’. My last example is a woman in Poto- amended to read as follows: (D) Section 6213(g)(2)(I) of such Code is mac, MD who is caring for her husband ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—There shall be allowed as amended by striking ‘‘section 24(e)’’ and in- who has multiple sclerosis. He can no a credit against the tax imposed by this serting ‘‘section 24(f)’’. chapter for the taxable year an amount (c) DEFINITIONS.—Subsection (d) of section longer talk, walk, stand or feed him- equal to the sum of— 24 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as re- self. She works full time to support ‘‘(A) the per child amount multiplied by designated by subsection (b)(1), is amended them and cobbles together whatever the number of qualifying children of the tax- to read as follows: home care she can afford. She is not payer, plus ‘‘(d) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- ‘‘(B) the sum of the eligible expenses of the able to afford respite care to run er- tion— taxpayer, not compensated by insurance or rands, or take herself to the doctor. ‘‘(1) QUALIFYING CHILD.— otherwise, for each applicable individual This couple made a commitment in ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualifying with respect to whom the taxpayer is an eli- child’ means any individual if— sickness or in health. gible caregiver for the taxable year.’’. ‘‘(i) the taxpayer is allowed a deduction These are just a few examples of the (2) LIMITATION.—Section 24(b) of such Code stresses facing thousands of American is amended by redesignating paragraphs (1), under section 151 with respect to such indi- families. One in five Americans has (2), and (3) as paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), re- vidual for the taxable year, multiple chronic conditions. About 26 spectively, and by inserting before paragraph ‘‘(ii) such individual has not attained the age of 17 as of the close of the calendar year million people in this country care for (2) (as redesignated by this paragraph) the following new paragraph: in which the taxable year of the taxpayer be- a family members who is chronically gins, and ill or disabled. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The credit allowed under subsection (a)(1)(B) shall not exceed $5,000 for ‘‘(iii) such individual bears a relationship My legislation is supported by groups any taxable year.’’. to the taxpayer described in section who see everyday the human cost of (3) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— 32(c)(3)(B). family caregiving, including: Autism (A) Section 24(d)(1) of such Code is amend- ‘‘(B) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN NONCITIZENS.— Society of America; Cystic Fibrosis ed by striking ‘‘subsection (b)(3)’’ each place The term ‘qualifying child’ shall not include Foundation; National Organization for it appears and inserting ‘‘subsection (b)(4)’’. any individual who would not be a dependent (B) The heading for section 24 of such Code if the first sentence of section 152(b)(3) were Rare Disorders; Easter Seals; United applied without regard to all that follows Cerebral Palsy Associations; Arc of the is amended to read as follows: ‘‘SEC. 24. FAMILY CARE CREDIT.’’. ‘resident of the United States’. United States; National Health Coun- ‘‘(2) APPLICABLE INDIVIDUAL.— cil; National Council on the Aging; (C) The table of sections for subpart A of ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘applicable in- Paralyzed Veterans of America; Family part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of such dividual’ means, with respect to any taxable Code is amended by striking the item relat- year, any individual who has been certified, Voices; National Respite Coalition; Na- ing to section 24 and inserting the following tional Family Caregivers Association; before the due date for filing the return of new item: tax for the taxable year (without exten- and National Alliance for Caregiving. ‘‘Sec. 24. Family care credit.’’. One of my first milestones in the sions), by a physician (as defined in section (b) ELIGIBLE EXPENSES.— 1861(r)(1) of the Social Security Act) as being Senate was the enactment of the (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 24 of the Internal an individual with long-term care needs de- Spousal Anti-Impoverishment Act to Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by redesig- scribed in subparagraph (B) for a period— change the cruel rules of Medicaid so nating subsections (b) through (f) as sub- ‘‘(i) which is at least 180 consecutive days, that families would not have to go sections (c) through (g), respectively, and by and bankrupt before Medicaid would pay inserting after subsection (a) the following ‘‘(ii) a portion of which occurs within the new subsection: taxable year. for nursing home care for a spouse. ‘‘(b) ELIGIBLE EXPENSES.—For the purposes Under this law, the spouse living in the of this section— Such term shall not include any individual community could keep the family ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘eligible ex- otherwise meeting the requirements of the home, keep a car, and keep some in- penses’ means expenses incurred by the tax- preceding sentence unless within the 391⁄2 come each month to live on. This law payer for— month period ending on such due date (or such other period as the Secretary pre- helped one million people. But this was ‘‘(A) medical care (as defined in section 213(d)(1) without regard to subparagraph (D) scribes) a physician (as so defined) has cer- only a down payment. thereof), tified that such individual meets such re- Not much has been done since then ‘‘(B) lodging away from home in accord- quirements. except the National Family Caregiver ance with section 213(d)(2), ‘‘(B) INDIVIDUALS WITH LONG-TERM CARE Support Program and long-term care ‘‘(C) adult day care, NEEDS.—An individual is described in this insurance for federal employees. I was ‘‘(D) custodial care, subparagraph if the individual meets any of proud to sponsor and work on both of ‘‘(E) respite care, and the following requirements: these bills on a bipartisan basis to get ‘‘(F) other specialized services for children, ‘‘(i) The individual is at least 18 years of age and— them signed into law. including day care for children with special needs. ‘‘(I) is unable to perform (without substan- Now it is time to help family care- ‘‘(2) ADULT DAY CARE.—The term ‘adult day tial assistance from another individual) at givers. They are the backbone of the care’ means care provided for adults with least 3 activities of daily living (as defined in long term care system in this country. functional or cognitive impairments through section 7702B(c)(2)(B)) due to a loss of func- They must be a priority in the Federal a structured, community-based group pro- tional capacity, or law books and the tax code. gram which provides health, social, and ‘‘(II) requires substantial supervision to I thank Senators CLINTON, CORZINE, other related support services on a less than protect such individual from threats to SARBANES, JOHNSON, LAUTENBERG, 24-hour per day basis. health and safety due to severe cognitive im- ‘‘(3) CUSTODIAL CARE.—The term ‘custodial pairment and is unable to perform at least 1 MURRAY, KENNEDY, LANDRIEU, DAYTON, care’ means reasonable personal care serv- activity of daily living (as so defined) or to and HARKIN for cosponsoring the Fam- ices provided to assist with daily living and the extent provided in regulations prescribed ily Caregiver Relief Act. which do not require the skills of qualified by the Secretary (in consultation with the I ask unanimous consent that the technical or professional personnel. Secretary of Health and Human Services), is text of my bill be printed in the ‘‘(4) RESPITE CARE.—The term ‘respite care’ unable to engage in age appropriate activi- RECORD. means planned or emergency care provided ties.

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But for many of our section 7702B(c)(2)(B)) due to a loss of func- has as such individual’s principal place of tional capacity, abode the home of the taxpayer and— nation’s elderly, they are a constant ‘‘(II) requires substantial supervision to ‘‘(i) in the case of an individual who is an source of anxiety and apprehension. protect such individual from threats to ancestor or descendant of the taxpayer or Anyone who has an elderly parent, health and safety due to severe cognitive im- the taxpayer’s spouse, is a member of the relative or friend who lives alone pairment and is unable to perform at least 1 taxpayer’s household for over half the tax- knows the concern that is often raised activity of daily living (as so defined) or to able year, or when a phone call placed to them goes the extent provided in regulations prescribed ‘‘(ii) in the case of any other individual, is unanswered. Our first and immediate by the Secretary (in consultation with the a member of the taxpayer’s household for the reaction is often worry because we Secretary of Health and Human Services), is entire taxable year. know that for many of our nation’s el- unable to engage in age appropriate activi- ‘‘(C) SPECIAL RULES WHERE MORE THAN 1 ELI- GIBLE CAREGIVER.— derly, a fall can produce a very serious ties, injury. As the phone continues to ring ‘‘(III) has a level of disability similar to ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—If more than 1 individual the level of disability described in subclause is an eligible caregiver with respect to the we wonder if Mom is upstairs and can’t (I) (as determined under regulations promul- same applicable individual for taxable years hear the phone, or Dad is in his work- gated by the Secretary), or ending with or within the same calendar shop, or our friend has just stepped ‘‘(IV) has a complex medical condition (as year, a taxpayer shall be treated as the eligi- outside to catch a breath of fresh air. defined by the Secretary) that requires med- ble caregiver if each such individual (other We hang up, wait a few minutes and ical management and coordination of care. than the taxpayer) files a written declara- place our call again, often with a great- ‘‘(iii) The individual is at least 2 but not 6 tion (in such form and manner as the Sec- er sense of urgency. years of age and— retary may prescribe) that such individual This time, our concern becomes will not claim such applicable individual for ‘‘(I) is unable due to a loss of functional ca- worry as we picture our loved one suf- pacity to perform (without substantial as- the credit under this section. ‘‘(ii) NO AGREEMENT.—If each individual re- fering from the effects of a fall, alone, sistance from another individual) at least 2 with no one to help them. of the following activities: eating, transfer- quired under clause (i) to file a written dec- ring, or mobility, laration under clause (i) does not do so, the Then, when the phone is answered, a ‘‘(II) has a level of disability similar to the individual with the highest modified ad- huge rush of relief overcomes us as we level of disability described in subclause (I) justed gross income (as defined in section realize our fears were misplaced. (as determined under regulations promul- 32(c)(5)) shall be treated as the eligible care- Would that every story like that gated by the Secretary), or giver. have such a happy ending. For too ‘‘(III) has a complex medical condition (as ‘‘(iii) MARRIED INDIVIDUALS FILING SEPA- many of our Nation’s elderly, however, defined by the Secretary) that requires med- RATELY.—In the case of married individuals it sometimes ends tragically as brittle ical management and coordination of care. filing separately, the determination under bones and a reduction in our sense of ‘‘(iv) The individual is under 2 years of age this subparagraph as to whether the husband or wife is the eligible caregiver shall be made balance becomes a formula for serious and— injury and a dramatic reduction in ‘‘(I) requires specific durable medical under the rules of clause (ii) (whether or not equipment by reason of a severe health con- one of them has filed a written declaration one’s quality of life. dition or requires a skilled practitioner under clause (i)).’’. Although the physical healing proc- trained to address the individual’s condition (d) IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS.— ess after a fall can be long and trau- to be available if the individual’s parents or (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 24(f) of the Inter- matic, it often pales in comparison to guardians are absent, nal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to identi- the psychological effects of a loss of ‘‘(II) has a level of disability similar to the fication requirement), as redesignated by confidence—and therefore activity—of level of disability described in subclause (I) subsection(b)(1), is amended by adding at the an elderly individual who no longer (as determined under regulations promul- end the following new sentence: ‘‘No credit takes for granted his or her ability to gated by the Secretary), or shall be allowed under this section to a taxpayer with respect to any applicable indi- walk and safely navigate their world ‘‘(III) has a complex medical condition (as without assistance or support. defined by the Secretary) that requires med- vidual unless the taxpayer includes the name ical management and coordination of care. and taxpayer identification number of such Fortunately, there are things that ‘‘(v) The individual has 5 or more chronic individual, and the identification number of can be done to both reduce the number conditions (as defined in subparagraph (C)) the physician certifying such individual, on of these tragic falls and restore the and is unable to perform (without substan- the return of tax for the taxable year.’’. confidence of our loved ones in their tial assistance from another individual) at (2) ASSESSMENT.—Section 6213(g)(2)(I) of ability to once again lead a normal least 1 activity of daily living (as so defined) such Code is amended— life. due to a loss of functional capacity. (A) by inserting ‘‘or physician identifica- In an effort to address this issue I am ‘‘(C) CHRONIC CONDITION.—For purposes of tion’’ after ‘‘correct TIN’’, and introducing legislation, together with (B) by striking ‘‘child tax’’ and inserting this paragraph, the term ‘chronic condition’ my distinguished colleague form Mary- means a condition that lasts for at least 6 ‘‘family care’’. land, Senator MIKULSKI, that would consecutive months and requires ongoing (e) DENIAL OF DOUBLE BENEFIT.— medical care. (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 213(e) of the Inter- take a multi-faceted approach to solv- ‘‘(3) ELIGIBLE CAREGIVER.— nal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to exclu- ing this problem. The Elder Fall Pre- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—A taxpayer shall be sion of amounts allowed for care of certain vention Act of 2003 will look at every treated as an eligible caregiver for any tax- dependents) is amended by inserting ‘‘or sec- aspect of this matter, from educating able year with respect to the following indi- tion 24’’ after ‘‘section 21’’. the elderly about how to ‘‘fall-proof’’ viduals: (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The heading their home, to researching the causes ‘‘(i) The taxpayer. of section 213(e) of such Code is amended by of most falls and trying to find ways inserting ‘‘LONG-TERM CARE OR’’ after ‘‘FOR’’. ‘‘(ii) The taxpayer’s spouse. both to avoid them and to provide bet- ‘‘(iii) An individual with respect to whom (f) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments the taxpayer is allowed a deduction under made by this section shall apply to taxable ter treatment to those who are recov- section 151 for the taxable year. years beginning after the later of December ering from them. ‘‘(iv) An individual who would be described 31, 2003, or the date of the enactment of this In today’s world, when so many of us in clause (iii) for the taxable year if section Act. are living longer, it is quite common- 151(c)(1)(A) were applied by substituting for place to hear of elderly friends and rel- the exemption amount an amount equal to By Mr. ENZI (for himself and Ms. atives who have fallen and faced the the sum of the exemption amount, the stand- MIKULSKI): challenge of recovering from a broken ard deduction under section 63(c)(2)(C), and S. 1217. A bill to direct the Secretary bone. Almost all of us have had that any additional standard deduction under sec- of Health and Human Services to ex- experience, either with family or tion 63(c)(3) which would be applicable to the pand and intensify programs with re- individual if clause (iii) applied. friends. ‘‘(v) An individual who would be described spect to research and related activities What is less well know is that 25 per- in clause (iii) for the taxable year if— concerning elder falls; to the Com- cent of the elderly who sustain a hip ‘‘(I) the requirements of clause (iv) are met mittee on Health, Education, Labor, fracture die within one year. On an an- with respect to the individual, and and Pensions. nual basis, 40,000 people over age 65

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Falls don’t dis- HONORING TRADESWOMEN There are also significant costs asso- criminate. Kay Graham was the victim Mrs. CLINTON (for herself, Mr. COL- ciated with such a large volume of fall- of a fall. Many of us have friends or rel- LINS, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. KENNEDY, and related injuries among our nation’s atives who have fallen. A fall can have Ms. CANTWELL) submitted the following senior citizens. Direct costs to the a devastating impact on a person’s resolution; which was referred to the Medicaid and Medicare programs alone physical, emotional, and mental Committee on Health, Education, will exceed an estimated $32 billion in health. If an older woman loses her Labor, and Pensions: the year 2020. footing on her front porch steps, falls, S. RES. 162 The Elder Fall Prevention Act of 2003 and suffer a hip fracture, she would takes a three-pronged approach to this Whereas women worked side by side with likely spend about two weeks in the men for long shifts under dangerous condi- problem. It will direct the Department hospital, and there is a 50 percent tions to rescue individuals, remove debris, of Health and Human Services to de- chance that she would not return home and prepare the sites for future use at velop public education on fall preven- or live independently as a result of her Ground Zero, the Pentagon, and in the tion for the elderly, family members, injuries. Shanksville, Pennsylvania field after the caregivers, and others involved with Last year, I chaired a hearing of the September 11th terrorist attacks; the elderly. It further calls for an ex- Subcommittee on Aging on the prob- Whereas the number of tradeswoman has pansion of research on effective ap- lem of elder falls. The Subcommittee risen dramatically over the last 30 years, but remains startlingly low; proaches to fall prevention and treat- heard testimony from Lillie Marie Whereas while the number of women car- ment. Finally, the Elder Fall Preven- Struchen, a 91-year-old woman who had penters has tripled since 1972, they still only tion Act requires an evaluation of the recently fallen in her bathroom when represent 1.7 percent of workers in the occu- effect of falls on the costs of Medicare she slipped on the tile. Lillie Marie pation; and Medicaid, as well as the potential could not reach the panic button in her Whereas the number of electricians who for reducing those costs through edu- apartment, and it took her some time are female has quadrupled over that same cation, prevention and early interven- before she could get to her feet and call time period, yet women make up only 2.7 percent of electricians; tion. for help. Lille Marie was lucky. She re- Whereas the number of women who are A wide variety of groups support this covered from her fall and returned to firefighters has increased by 6 fold, yet legislation, including the National her normal routines. She shared with women account for only 3 percent of all fire- Safety Council, the Emergency Nurses the Subcommittee some steps that she fighters; Association, the Assisted Living Fed- and her family had taken to prevent fu- Whereas the skilled trades industry is ex- eration of America, the American Geri- ture falls, knowing that she may not be periencing a significant labor shortage, atrics Society, the Brain Injury Asso- so lucky next time. which will be exacerbated over the next 2 ciation, the American Health Care As- These falls, like the ones that Lillie decades as many skilled workers retire; sociation, and many more. All of these Marie and thousands of others suffer Whereas the United States Department of Labor projects job growth in the skilled groups should and will be partners in from each year, can be prevented. With trades industry at 12.3 percent through the this comprehensive effort to address some help, there are simple ways that year 2010; one of the leading causes of death and seniors can improve the safety of their Whereas the National Association of Manu- disability in the elderly. homes and make a fall far less likely. facturers reports a projected need for The largest generation in our na- Home modifications like hand rails in 10,000,000 new skilled workers by 2020, and tion’s history is rapidly approaching the bathroom, rubber mats on slippery the Associated General Contractors predicts retirement. Passing this bill into law tile floors, and cordless telephones that a shortage of 250,000 skilled workers per will mean a better quality of life for seniors can keep nearby can make a big year; Whereas the average age of a construction them and for all our nation’s elderly. It difference. Well-trained pharmacists worker is 47; will also help us reduce the cost of the can review medications to make sure Whereas many women are employed in jobs Medicaid and Medicare programs for that two drugs do not interact to cause that pay only a minimum wage and do not all Americans. dizziness and throw a senior off bal- provide benefits, such as health insurance; I am looking forward to working on ance. Whereas 59 percent of women earn $8 per this bill in Committee and sending it That’s what this legislation is hour, and while women constitute 47 percent on to the Senate floor for a vote. The about—getting behind our Nation’s of the workforce, they make up 60 percent of sooner we act the sooner we can begin seniors and giving help to those who the working poor; to work to prevent falls and help our practice self-help. This bill creates Whereas 44 percent of women are reported to be the sole supporter of themselves or nation’s elderly live safely and in bet- public education campaigns for seniors, their families; ter health. their families, and health care pro- Whereas the majority of women are seg- Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, I am viders about how to prevent falls. It ex- regated into 20 out of 440 occupations; pleased to join Senator ENZI in intro- pands research on elder falls to develop Whereas women could increase their earn- ducing the Elder Fall Prevention Act better ways to prevent falls and to im- ings significantly by obtaining skills that of 2003. Falls are a serious public prove the treatment and rehabilitation allow them to become tradeswomen, for ex- health problem that affect millions of of elder falls victims. This legislation ample a journey level electrician will make seniors each year. This bill expands re- also requires an evaluation of the ef- over $1,000,000 more than a typical cashier in a 30-year career; search and education on elder falls to fect of falls on Medicare and Medicaid, Whereas women make up 77 percent of all help keep seniors safe and in their own to look at potentially reducing costs wait staff who earn $6.55 an hour, on average, homes longer. by expanding coverage to include fall- and only 5 percent of truck drivers who The facts are staggering. One out of related services. make an average of $17.50 an hour; and every three Americans over age 65 falls Reducing the number of falls will Whereas women need greater access to every year. In 2000, over 10,200 seniors help seniors live longer, healthier, training and opportunities to participate in died and approximately 1.6 million sen- more independent lives. This bill has skilled trades occupations: Now, therefore, iors visited an emergency department the strong support of the National be it Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate as a result of a fall. Falls are the lead- Safety Council and has been supported that— ing cause of injury deaths among sen- in the past by over 30 national and (1) there should be more attention paid to iors, accounting for 64,000 traumatic local aging and safety organizations. I breaking down the barriers that women face brain injuries and 340,000 hip fractures look forward to working with Senator in entering the skilled trades; and

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(2) policymakers, labor unions, and indus- S. CON. RES. 51 and equality by becoming active in politics, try leaders should look at different labor Whereas a pioneer in the fight for racial becoming a founder of the National Women’s pools to address existing and future skills justice, Medgar Wiley Evers, was born July Political Caucus, running for Congress in shortages. 2, 1925, in Decatur, Mississippi, to James and California’s 24th congressional district, serv- Jessie Evers; ing as Commissioner of Public Works for Los SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- Whereas, to faithfully serve his country, Angeles, using her writing skills to serve as a correspondent for Ladies Home Journal TION 50—EXPRESSING THE Medgar Evers left high school to join the Army when World War II began and, after and to cover the Paris Peace Talks, and ris- SENSE OF CONGRESS THAT ing to prominence as Director of Consumer THERE SHOULD BE ESTAB- coming home to Mississippi, he completed high school, enrolled in Alcorn Agricultural Affairs for the Atlantic Richfield Company; LISHED A NATIONAL TRUCK and Mechanical College, presently known as Whereas Myrlie Evers became Myrlie SAFETY MONTH TO RAISE PUB- Alcorn State University, and majored in Evers-Williams when she married Walter LIC AWARENESS ABOUT THE business administration; Williams in 1976; CONTRIBUTIONS, RESPONSIBIL- Whereas, as a student at Alcorn Agricul- Whereas, in the 1990’s, Evers-Williams convinced Mississippi prosecutors to reopen ITIES, AND NEEDS OF TRUCK tural and Mechanical College, Evers was a member of the debate team, the college Medgar Evers’ murder case, and the reopen- DRIVERS TO MAKE THE NA- ing of the case led to the conviction and life choir, and the football and track teams, was TION’S HIGHWAYS SAFER imprisonment of Medgar Evers’ killer; the editor of the campus newspaper and the Whereas Evers-Williams became the first Mr. TALENT submitted the following yearbook, and held several student offices, female to chair the 64-member Board of Di- concurrent resolution; which was re- which gained him recognition in Who’s Who rectors of the NAACP, to provide guidance to in American Colleges; ferred to the Committee on the Judici- an organization that was dear to Medgar Whereas, while a junior at Alcorn Agricul- ary: Evers’ heart; tural and Mechanical College, Evers met a S. CON. RES. 50 Whereas Evers-Williams has published her freshman named Myrlie Beasley, whom he memoirs, entitled ‘‘Watch Me Fly: What I Whereas over 2,000,000 long-haul trucks and married on December 24, 1951, and with 138,000,000 automobiles share the Nation’s Learned on the Way to Becoming the Women whom he spent the remainder of his life; I Was Meant to Be’’, to enlighten the world highways each day; Whereas, after Medgar Evers received a Whereas the loss of more than 5,000 lives about the struggles that plagued her life as bachelor of arts degree, he moved to historic the wife of an activist and empowered her to each year in accidents involving large trucks Mound Bayou, Mississippi, became employed raises important safety issues; become a community leader; by Magnolia Mutual Life Insurance Com- Whereas Evers-Williams is widely known Whereas truck drivers, who experience pany, and soon began establishing local more workplace fatalities than any other as a motivational lecturer and continues to chapters of the National Association for the speak out against discrimination and injus- single occupation, are acutely aware of their Advancement of Colored People (referred to responsibility to contribute to highway safe- tice; in this resolution as the ‘‘NAACP’’) through- Whereas her latest endeavor has brought ty; out the Delta region; Whereas long-haul truckers serve vital her home to Mississippi to make two re- Whereas, moved by the plight of African- markable contributions, through the estab- business just-in-time delivery schedules at Americans in Mississippi and a desire to lishment of the Evers Collection and the great personal sacrifice, including driving at change the conditions facing them, in 1954, Medgar Evers Institute, which advance the all times of the day and under adverse after the United States Supreme Court ruled knowledge and cause of social injustice and weather, road, and delivery conditions; school segregation unconstitutional, Medgar which encompass the many lessons in the Whereas the United States economy de- Evers became the first known African-Amer- life’s work of Medgar Evers and Myrlie pends upon the Nation’s long-haul truckers, ican person to apply for admission to the Evers-Williams; who deliver 71 percent of the dollar value of University of Mississippi Law School, but Whereas Evers-Williams has presented the freight hauled in the United States; was denied that admission; extraordinary papers in that Collection and Whereas truck safety has become the high- Whereas, as a result of that denial, Medgar Institute to the Mississippi Department of est priority of the Federal Motor Carrier Evers contacted the NAACP to take legal ac- Archives and History, where the papers are Safety Administration, and the Federal Gov- tion; being preserved and catalogued; and ernment invests nearly $200,000,000 in truck Whereas in 1954, Medgar Evers was offered Whereas it is the policy of Congress to rec- safety enforcement activities each year; and a position as the Mississippi Field Secretary ognize and pay tribute to the lives and ac- Whereas truck drivers across the Nation for the NAACP, and he accepted the position, complishments of extraordinary Mississip- have committed themselves to make June a making Myrlie Evers his secretary; pians such as Medgar Evers and Myrlie model month for compliance with the truck Whereas, with his wife by his side, Medgar Evers-Williams, whose life sacrifices have safety rules: Now, therefore, be it Evers began a movement to register people contributed to the betterment of the lives of Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- to vote in Mississippi and, as a result of his the citizens of Mississippi as well as the resentatives concurring), That— activities, Medgar Evers received numerous United States: Now, therefore, be it (1) it is the sense of Congress that there threats; Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- should be established a National Truck Safe- Whereas, in spite of the threats, Medgar resentatives concurring), That— ty Month to raise public awareness about the Evers persisted, with dedication and courage, (1) Congress commends Medgar Wiley contributions, responsibilities, and needs of to organize rallies, build the NAACP’s mem- Evers and his widow, Myrlie Evers-Williams, truck drivers to make the Nation’s highways bership, and travel around the country with and expresses the greatest respect and grati- safer; and Myrlie Evers to educate the public; tude of Congress, for their lives and accom- (2) Congress requests that the President Whereas Medgar Evers’ passion for quality plishments; issue a proclamation commending all truck- education for all children led him to file suit (2) the Senate— ers for their extra efforts to comply with against the Jackson, Mississippi public (A) designates the period beginning on truck safety regulations, designating a schools, which gained him national media June 9, 2003, and ending on June 16, 2003, as month for highway safety, and calling on all coverage; the ‘‘Medgar Evers National Week of Re- highway users, shippers, receivers, motor Whereas Medgar Evers organized students membrance’’; and carriers, and Federal and State regulatory from Tougaloo and Campbell Colleges, co- (B) requests that the President issue a and law enforcement officials to support the ordinated and led protest marches, organized proclamation calling on the people of the efforts of truck drivers to make the Nation’s boycotts of Jackson businesses and sit-ins, United States to observe the week with ap- highways a safer place to travel and to work. and challenged segregated bus seating, and propriate ceremonies and activities; and for these heroic efforts, he was arrested, (3) copies of this resolution shall be fur- SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- beaten, and jailed; nished to the family of Medgar Wiley Evers TION 51—COMMENDING MEDGAR Whereas the violence against Medgar Evers and Myrlie Evers-Williams and made available to representatives of the media. WILEY EVERS AND HIS WIDOW, came to a climax on June 12, 1963, when he MYRLIE EVERS-WILLIAMS FOR was shot and killed in front of his home; f Whereas, after the fingerprints of an out- THEIR LIVES AND ACCOMPLISH- spoken segregationist were recovered from AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND MENTS, DESIGNATING A the scene of the shooting, and 2 juries dead- PROPOSED MEDGAR EVERS NATIONAL locked without a conviction in the shooting SA 865. Mr. DORGAN (for himself, Ms. WEEK OF REMEMBRANCE, AND case, Myrlie Evers and her 3 children moved CANTWELL, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. AKAKA, Mrs. FOR OTHER PURPOSES to Claremont, California, where she enrolled CLINTON, Mr. KERRY, Mr. NELSON of Florida, in Pomona College and earned her bachelor’s Mr. COCHRAN (for himself and Mr. Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. HARKIN, Mr. DODD, Mr. degree in sociology in 1968; REID, Mr. LAUTENBERG, and Mr. KENNEDY) LOTT) submitted the following concur- Whereas, after Medgar Evers’ death, Myrlie proposed an amendment to the bill S. 14, to rent resolution; which was referred to Evers began to create her own legacy and enhance the energy security of the United the Committee on the Judiciary: emerged as a national catalyst for justice States, and for other purposes.

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Mr. CRAPO submitted an amend- lows through page 292, line 8 and insert the RESEARCH ment intended to be proposed by him to the following: SEC. 1201. SHORT TITLE. bill S. 824, to reauthorize the Federal Avia- ‘‘(b) CONTENTS.—At a minimum, each plan This title may be cited as the ‘‘Abrupt Cli- tion Administration, and for other purposes; shall contain— mate Change Research Act of 2003’’. which was ordered to lie on the table. ‘‘(1) a description of programs under the SEC. 1202. ABRUPT CLIMATE CHANGE RESEARCH SA 869. Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Mrs. agency’s control in which the use of hydro- PROGRAM. MURRAY, Mr. JEFFORDS, Ms. CANTWELL, and gen or fuel cells could benefit the operation (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM.—The Sec- Ms. SNOWE) submitted an amendment in- of the agency, assist in the implementation retary of Commerce shall establish within tended to be proposed by her to the bill S. 14, of the agency’s regulatory functions, or en- the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Re- to enhance the energy security of the United hance the agency’s mission; search of the National Oceanic and Atmos- States, and for other purposes; which was or- ‘‘(2) a description of any agency manage- pheric Administration, and shall carry out, a dered to lie on the table. ment practices, procurement policies, regu- program of scientific research on abrupt cli- SA 870. Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. ALLEN) lations, policies, or guidelines that may in- mate change. proposed an amendment to the resolution S. hibit the agency’s transitions to the use of (b) PURPOSES OF PROGRAM.—The purposes Res. 158, commending the University of Vir- fuel cells and hydrogen as an energy source; of the program are as follows: ginia Cavaliers men’s lacrosse team for win- and (1) To develop a global array of terrestrial ning the 2003 NCAA Division I Men’s La- ‘‘(3) an assessment of the effect of in- and oceanographic indicators of crosse Championship. creased use of hydrogen by the agency, in- paleoclimate in order to sufficiently identify f cluding increased use through programs and describe past instances of abrupt climate under section 303(b) of the Energy Policy Act TEXT OF AMENDMENTS change. of 1992, as amended by this Act, or section (2) To improve understanding of thresholds SA 865. Mr. DORGAN (for himself, 824 of this Act, on demand for natural gas.’’. and nonlinearities in geophysical systems re- Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. Mr. CRAPO submitted an lated to the mechanisms of abrupt climate AKAKA, Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. KERRY, Mr. SA 868. change. amendment intended to be proposed by NELSON of Florida, Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. (3) To incorporate such mechanisms into him to the bill S. 824, to reauthorize HARKIN, Mr. DODD, Mr. REID, Mr. LAU- advanced geophysical models of climate the Federal Aviation Administration, TENBERG, and Mr. KENNEDY) proposed change. an amendment to the bill S. 14, to en- and for other purposes; which was or- (4) To test the output of such models dered to lie on the table; as follows: against an improved global array of records hance the energy security of the of past abrupt climate changes. United States, and for other purposes; At the end of title II, add the following: SECT. 217. SHARE OF AIRPORT PROJECT COSTS. (c) ABRUPT CLIMATE CHANGE DEFINED.—In as follows: (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 47109 of title 49, this section, the term ‘‘abrupt climate On page 296, line 21, before ‘‘Not’’ insert United States Code, is amended by redesig- change’’ means a change in the climate that ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—’’. nating subsection (c) as subsection (d) and occurs so rapidly or unexpectedly that On page 297, between lines 2 and 3, insert inserting after subsection (b) the following: human or natural systems have difficulty the following: ‘‘(c) GRANDFATHER RULE.— adapting to the climate as changed. (b) CONTENTS.—The plan shall describe the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of any SEC. 1203. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. activities of the Department of Energy, in- project approved after September 30, 2003, at There is authorized to be appropriated to cluding a research, development, demonstra- an airport that has less than .25 percent of the Department of Commerce $60,000,000, to tion, and commercial application program the total number of passenger boardings at remain available until expended, to carry for developing technologies, to support— all commercial service airports, and that is out the research program required under sec- (1) the production and deployment of— located in a State containing unappropriated tion 1202. (A) 100,000 hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehi- and unreserved public lands and nontaxable cles in the United States by 2010; and Mr. McCONNELL (for Mr. Indian lands (individual and tribal) of more SA 870. (B) 2,500,000 hydrogen-fueled fuel cell vehi- than 5 percent of the total area of all lands ALLEN) proposed an amendment to the cles in the United States by 2020 and annu- in the State, the Government’s share of al- resolution S. Res. 158, commending the ally thereafter; and lowable costs of the project shall be in- University of Virginia Cavaliers men’s (2) the integration of hydrogen activities creased by the same ratio as the basic share lacrosse team for winning the 2003 with associated technical targets and time- of allowable costs of a project divided into NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Cham- tables for the development of technologies to the increased (Public Lands States) share of provide for the sale of hydrogen at a suffi- pionship; as follows: allowable costs of a project as shown on doc- cient number of fueling stations in the Strike all after the resolving clause and in- uments of the Federal Aviation Administra- United States by 2010 and 2020. sert the following: ‘‘That the Senate— tion dated August 3, 1979, at airports for (c) PROGRESS REVIEW.—The Secretary shall ‘‘(1) congratulates the University of Vir- include in each annual budget submission a which the general share was 80 percent on ginia men’s lacrosse team for winning the review of the progress toward meeting the August 3, 1979. provided that this subsection 2003 NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Na- targets under subsection (b). shall apply only if— tional Championship; ‘‘(A) the State contained unappropriated ‘‘(2) recognizes the achievements of all the SA 866. Mr. LAUTENBERG (for him- and unreserved public lands and nontaxable team’s players, coaches, and support staff, self, Ms. CANTWELL, Ms. MURKOWSKI, Indian lands of more than 5 percent of the and invites them to the United States Cap- and Mr. INOUYE) submitted an amend- total area of all lands in the State on August itol Building to be honored; and ment intended to be proposed by him 3, 1979; and ‘‘(3) directs the Secretary of the Senate ‘‘(B) the application under subsection (b), to— to the bill S. 14, to enhance the energy does not increase the Government’s share of security of the United States, and for ‘‘(A) make available enrolled copies of this allowable costs of the project resolution to the University of Virginia for other purposes; which was ordered to ‘‘(2) LIMITATION.—The Government’s share appropriate display; and lie on the table as follows: of allowable project costs determined under ‘‘(B) transmit an enrolled copy of this reso- On page 150, line 24, strike ‘‘(tidal and ther- this subsection shall not exceed the lesser of lution to each coach and member of the 2003 mal)’’ and insert ‘‘(wave, tidal, and ther- 93.75 percent or the highest percentage Gov- NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse national mal)’’. ernment share applicable to any project in championship team.’’. On page 156, line 4, strike ‘‘(tidal and ther- any State under subsection (b).’’. f mal)’’ and insert ‘‘(wave, tidal, and ther- (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Subsection mal)’’. (a) of Section 47109, title 49, United States NOTICES OF HEARINGS/MEETINGS Code, is amended by striking ‘‘Except as pro- SA 867. Mr. BINGAMAN proposed an SUBCOMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS vided in subsection (b)’’, and inserting ‘‘Ex- Mr. CAMPBELL. Mr. President, I amendment to the bill S. 14, to enhance cept as provided in subsection (b) or sub- would like to announce that the Com- the energy security of the United section (c)’’. States, and for other purposes; as fol- mittee on Indian Affairs will meet on lows: SA 869. Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 10 a.m. in Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. JEFFORDS, Ms. CANT- Room 485 of the Russell Senate Office On page 278, after line 8, insert the following: WELL, and Ms. SNOWE) submitted an Building to conduct a hearing on the ‘‘(h) TRIENNIAL REPORT ON EFFECT ON NAT- amendment intended to be proposed by Nomination of Charles W. Grim, URAL GAS DEMAND.—Not later than 3 years her to the bill S. 14, to enhance the en- D.D.S., to be the Director of the Indian

VerDate Jan 31 2003 03:02 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.058 S09PT1 S7558 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 Health Service at the Department of MEASURE READ THE FIRST current resolution be agreed to, the Health and Human Services; to be fol- TIME—S. 1215 preamble be agreed to; further, that lowed immediately by another hearing Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, the motion to reconsider be laid upon on S. 1146, to implement the rec- I understand that S. 1215 is at the desk, the table, and that any statements re- ommendations of the Garrison Unit and I ask for its first reading. garding this matter be printed in the Joint Tribal Advisory Committee by The PRESIDING OFFICER. The RECORD. providing authorization for the con- clerk will report the bill by the title. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without struction of a rural health care facility The assistant legislative clerk read objection, it is so ordered. on the Fort Berthold Indian Reserva- as follows: The resolution (S. Con. Res. 49) was tion, North Dakota. A bill (S. 1215) to sanction the ruling of the agreed to. Those wishing additional information Burmese military junta, to strengthen Bur- The preamble was agreed to. may contact the Indian Affairs Com- ma’s democratic forces and support and rec- The resolution, with its preamble, mittee at 224–2251. ognize the National League of Democracy as reads as follows: the legitimate representative of the Burmese S. CON. RES. 49 SUBCOMMITTEE ON PUBLIC LANDS AND FOREST people, and for other purposes. Whereas 95 percent of the deep ocean is un- Mr. CRAIG. Mr. President, I would Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, explored and unknown, and the ocean is like to announce for the information of I now ask for its second reading and ob- truly the last frontier on Earth for science the Senate and the public that a hear- ject to further proceedings on the mat- and civilization; ing has been scheduled before the Sub- ter. Whereas the ocean comprises nearly three committee on Public Lands and For- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- quarters of the Earth’s surface and sustains ests. tion is heard. 80 percent of all life on Earth, including a large part of the Earth’s biodiversity; The hearing will be held on Thurs- Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, Whereas the oceans play a critical role in day, June 19 at 2:30 p.m. in Room SD– let me just say that I have been work- the global water cycle, carbon cycle, carbon 366 of the Dirksen Senate Office Build- ing to get the so-called ‘‘Burma bill’’ cycle and in regulating climate; and over 90 ing. cleared. I am still optimistic that may percent of the oxygen in the Earth’s atmos- The purpose of this oversight hearing happen and plan to ask unanimous con- phere, essential to life on Earth, comes from sent in the morning that we go to that the world’s oceans and rivers; is to gain an understanding of the graz- Whereas the oceans are an important ing programs of the Bureau of Land bill. For the information of our col- source of food, provide a wealth of other nat- Management and the Forest Service. ural products, and the oceans and sea floor The Subcommittee will receive testi- leagues, if they have had a chance to contain vast energy and mineral resources mony on grazing permit renewal, see the front page of the Washington that are critical to the economy of the BLM’s potential changes to grazing Post this morning, the problems in United States and the world; regulations, range monitoring, drought Burma should be at the top of the Na- Whereas the United States has more than and other grazing issues. This hearing tion’s international agenda. Aung San 95,000 miles of coastline and more than 50 percent of the population of the United will also provide the basis for other Suu Kyi, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991, was attacked 9 days ago. States lives within 50 miles of the ocean or grazing hearings that we may want to the Great Lakes. undertake at the subcommittee level We hope and believe that she is alive. Whereas coastal areas are regions of re- as the year goes on. But she has been injured, according to markably high biological productivity; are all reports. Because of the limited time available of considerable importance for a variety of It is time for the United States to for the hearings, witnesses may testify recreational and commercial activities; and take a leadership position, and it is provide a vital means of transportation; by invitation only. However, those time for the Senate to pass this bill, Whereas ocean resources are limited and wishing to submit written testimony which I will ask consent to bring up suspectible to change as a direct and indirect for the hearing record should send two and pass tomorrow. I might say that it result of human activities, and such damages copies of their testimony to the Com- can impact the ability of the ocean to pro- is cosponsored by both the Democratic mittee on Energy and Natural Re- vide the benefits upon which the Nation de- and Republican leaders and by both the sources, United States Senate, Wash- pends; chairman and ranking member of the ington, DC 20510–6150. Whereas the rich biodiversity of marine or- Foreign Relations Committee. It re- ganisms provide society with an essential For further information, please con- mains my hope that we will be able to biomedical resource, a promising source of tact Meghan Beal at 202–224–7556 or get that cleared and vote on it tomor- novel compounds with therapeutic potential, [email protected]. row. and a potentially important contribution to the national economy; f f Whereas there exists significant promise NATIONAL OCEANS WEEK for the development of new ocean technologies for stewardship of ocean resources PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, that will contribute to the economy through I ask unanimous consent that the Judi- Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I business and manufacturing innovations and ciary Committee be discharged from the creation of new jobs; ask unanimous consent that Bodar further action on S. Con. Res. 49, and Whereas the President’s Panel on Ocean Tareen and Joe Krueger from my staff that the Senate proceed to its imme- Exploration recommended to the White be allowed floor privileges during the diate consideration. House and to the Congress in its Year 2000 consideration of S. 14. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without final report, ‘‘Discovering Earth’s Final Frontier: A U.S. Strategy for Ocean Explo- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. objection, it is so ordered. ration,’’ a 10-year program to launch the The clerk will report the resolution first national plan for ocean exploration; Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam President, by title. Whereas the Oceans Act of 2000 passed by I ask unanimous consent that Tim Val- The assistant legislative clerk read the United States Congress authorized the entine, a fellow in my office, enjoy as follows: establishment of the U.S. Commission on floor privileges during the Senate’s A concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 49) Ocean Policy and directed it to conduct a consideration of the Energy bill. designating the week of June 9, 2003, as ‘‘Na- comprehensive review of present and future The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tional Oceans Week’’ and urging the Presi- ocean programs and activities and provide comprehensive ocean policy recommenda- objection, it is so ordered. dent to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe tions to the Congress and the President by Mr. REID. Madam President, on be- this week with appropriate recognition, pro- 2003; and half of Senator FEINSTEIN, I ask unani- grams, ceremonies, and activities to further Whereas our oceans are vital to our na- mous consent two fellows in her office, ocean literacy, education, and exploration. tional security and our nationmal economy, Craig Harper and Tom Schneider, be There being no objection, the Senate and with America’s greatest era of ocean ex- given floor privileges during the pend- ploration and discovery still ahead: Now, proceeded to consider the concurrent therefore, be it ency of the Energy Bill. resolution. Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, resentatives concurring), That it is the sense objection, it is so ordered. I ask unanimous consent that the con- of the Congress that—

VerDate Jan 31 2003 02:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.068 S09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7559 (1) the ocean is of paramount importance to be congratulated for their commitment deemed expired, the Journal of pro- to the economic future, environmental qual- and pride in their National Champion men’s ceedings be approved to date, the time ity, and national security of the United lacrosse team; for the two leaders be reserved for their States; Whereas in 2003, the University of Virginia use later in the day, and the Senate (2) the United States has a responsibility claimed its second National Championship in to exercise and promote comprehensive stew- 5 years, with an overall season of 15 and 2; then resume consideration of S. 14, the ardship and understanding of the ocean and Whereas the Cavaliers won the NCAA first Energy bill; provided further that there the living marine resouces it constains; and round 19 to 8 against Mount St. Mary’s, beat then be 30 minutes equally divided for (3) the week of June 9, 2003, be designated Georgetown 12 to 7 in the Quarterfinals, and debate in relation to the Dorgan as National Oceans Week and urges the Maryland 14 to 4 in the Semifinals; amendment No. 865, with no amend- President to issue a proclamation calling Whereas the University of Virginia Cava- ments in order to the amendment prior upon the people of the United States to ob- liers won the championship game by defeat- to the vote; further, that following the serve this week with appropriate recogni- ing the Johns Hopkins Blue Jays 9 to 7; debate time, the amendment be set tion, programs, ceremonies, and activities to Whereas the University of Virginia team further ocean literacy, education, and explo- was led by A.J. Shannon with 4 goals, John aside for a vote in relation to the ration. Christmas with 2 goals, and received out- amendment at a time determined by f standing effort and support from Chris the majority leader after consultation Rotelli and Billy Glading, while goalie Till- with the Democratic leader. COMMENDING THE UNIVERSITY OF man Johnson had 13 saves and was selected I further ask unanimous consent that VIRGINIA, 2003 NCAA LACROSSE Most Outstanding Player of the champion- the Senate recess from 12:30 p.m. to 2:15 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS ship game; p.m. for the weekly party lunches. Whereas every player on the Cavalier team Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- contributed to their success in this cham- ator from Nevada. I ask unanimous consent that the Judi- pionship season and they are Mike Abbott, ciary Committee be discharged from Andrew Agoliati, Jimmy Barter, Ryan Bind- Mr. REID. Madam President, if the further action on S. Res. 158, and the er, Ned Bowen, Doug Brody, Patrick Bu- Senator will yield, as I indicated to the Senate proceed to its immediate con- chanan, David Burman, Michael Culver, Jack majority leader this morning, I have sideration. deVilliers, Kyle Dixon, Andrew Faraone, Jon spoken to Senator DASCHLE, and he has The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Focht, Newton Gentry, Foster Gilbert, tentatively agreed that on Wednesday clerk will report the resolution by Brendan Gill, Charlie Glazer, Zach Heffner, we would agree to having a unanimous title. Brett Hughes, Hunter Kass, Nathan Kenney, consent agreement that there would be The assistant legislative clerk read Ted Lamade, Jared Little, Kevin McGrath, a finite list of amendments that would J.J. Morrissey, Justin Mullen, Chris as follows: Ourisman, Matt Paquet, Matt Poskay, Der- be put before the Senate at that time. A resolution (S. Res. 158) commending the rick Preuss, Hatcher Snead, Calvin Sullivan, The only thing we have not determined University of Virginia Cavaliers men’s la- Ryan Thompson, Matt Ward, Trey Whitty, is what time we would do that. crosse team for winning the 2003 NCAA Divi- Joe Yevoli, trainer Katie Serenelli, the team So we will continue to work with the sion I Men’s Lacrosse Championship. doctor, Dan Mistry, and manager Kristin majority in helping to move this bill. There being no objection, the Senate Madl; As we have indicated to the majority proceeded to consider the resolution. Whereas Head Coach Dom Starsia has leader, once we get a finite list of coached the University of Virginia men’s la- Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, amendments, Senator MCCONNELL and crosse team for 11 years, and has led the Uni- I ask unanimous consent that the versity of Virginia men’s lacrosse team to I and the two managers of the bill can amendment be agreed to, the resolu- the NCAA Tournament for a university- try to work through them and elimi- tion, as amended, be agreed to, the pre- record 11th consecutive time; nate some, reminding all Senators that amble be agreed to; further, that the Whereas Coach Starsia has led the team to a very similar bill was brought through motion to reconsider be laid upon the a school record 15 wins this season; the Senate last year and we disposed of table and that any statements regard- Whereas Coach Starsia is 1 of only 3 coach- about 125 amendments. We had votes ing this matter be printed in the es in college lacrosse history to win 100 on about 40 amendments—45. I knew it games at 2 different colleges: the University RECORD. was around 40. So we hope to do a lot The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without of Virginia and Brown University; and Whereas Coach Starsia and his coaching better than that this time; that is, objection, it is so ordered. staff, including Assistant Coaches David have fewer amendments than we had The amendment (No. 870) was agreed Curry, Marc Van Arsdale, and Hannon last time. But it is something on which to, as follows: Wright deserve much credit for the out- we are working. And as I have indi- (Purpose: To amend the resolving clause to standing determination and accomplish- cated now for the second time tonight, eliminate the request the President invite ments of their young team: Now, therefore, we will continue to work with the ma- the University of Virginia men’s lacrosse be it jority to try to move that legislation. team to the White House) Resolved, That the Senate— The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there (1) congratulates the University of Vir- Strike all after the resolving clause and in- objection? sert the following: ‘‘That the Senate— ginia men’s lacrosse team for winning the 2003 NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Na- Mr. REID. No objection. ‘‘(1) congratulates the University of Vir- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ginia men’s lacrosse team for winning the tional Championship; 2003 NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse Na- (2) recognizes the achievements of all the objection, it is so ordered. tional Championship; team’s players, coaches, and support staff, Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, ‘‘(2) recognizes the achievements of all the and invites them to the United States Cap- I say to my friend from Nevada, it re- team’s players, coaches, and support staff, itol Building to be honored; and mains the hope of the majority leader and invites them to the United States Cap- (3) directs the Secretary of the Senate to— to finish the Energy bill this week be- itol Building to be honored; and (A) make available enrolled copies of this cause it remains his intention to spend resolution to the University of Virginia for ‘‘(3) directs the Secretary of the Senate the last 2 weeks before the Fourth of to— appropriate display; and (B) transmit an enrolled copy of this reso- July break on the Medicare prescrip- ‘‘(A) make available enrolled copies of this tion drug issue. resolution to the University of Virginia for lution to each coach and member of the 2003 appropriate display; and NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse national f championship team. ‘‘(B) transmit an enrolled copy of this reso- PROGRAM lution to each coach and member of the 2003 f NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse national Mr. MCCONNELL. For the informa- championship team.’’. ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 10, tion of all Senators, tomorrow morning The resolution (S. Res. 158), as 2003 the Senate will resume consideration amended, was agreed to. Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, of S. 14, the Energy bill. At 9:30 tomor- The preamble was agreed to. I ask unanimous consent that when the row morning, the Senate will debate The resolution, with its preamble, Senate completes its business today, it the Dorgan amendment related to hy- reads as follows: stand in adjournment until 9:30 a.m. drogen. That vote will occur at some S. RES. 158 tomorrow, Tuesday, June 10. I further point Tuesday morning prior to the Whereas the students, alumni, faculty, and ask consent that following the prayer policy luncheons. It has also been my supporters of the University of Virginia are and pledge, the morning hour be hope, and the hope of many Members,

VerDate Jan 31 2003 02:22 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09JN6.066 S09PT1 S7560 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 9, 2003 as I indicated earlier, that tomorrow an amendment to contact the chair- THE JUDICIARY morning the Senate could consider and man and ranking member of the En- ROBERT CLIVE JONES, OF NEVADA, TO BE UNITED pass a bill relating to sanctions against ergy Committee. STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF NE- VADA, VICE DAVID W. HAGEN, RETIRING. Burma. As I suggested earlier, I will be f PHILLIP S. FIGA, OF COLORADO, TO BE UNITED STATES asking the Senate to do that in the DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLORADO, VICE RICHARD P. MATSCH, RETIRING. morning, and hopefully we will have a ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 9:30 A.M. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE chance to move forward on that impor- TOMORROW JACK LANDMAN GOLDSMITH III, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AN tant piece of legislation. Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, VICE JAY S. BYBEE, Tomorrow we will continue to work if there is no further business to come RESIGNED. CHRISTOPHER A. WRAY, OF GEORGIA, TO BE AN AS- with our Democratic colleagues to before the Senate, I ask unanimous SISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, VICE MICHAEL clear the Energy bill. Additional consent that the Senate stand in ad- CHERTOFF. amendments are expected throughout journment under the previous order. tomorrow’s session; therefore, rollcall There being no objection, the Senate, f votes will occur during tomorrow’s ses- at 6:49 p.m., adjourned until Tuesday, sion. It is also the hope of the bill man- June 10, 2003, at 9:30 a.m. CONFIRMATION agers that we can lock in a final list of f Executive nomination confirmed by amendments. Senator REID referred to the Senate June 9, 2003: NOMINATIONS that earlier. We hope to be able to do THE JUDICIARY that as soon as possible, and we en- Executive nominations received by MICHAEL CHERTOFF, OF NEW JERSEY, TO BE UNITED courage all Senators who wish to offer the Senate June 9, 2003: STATES CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR THE THIRD CIRCUIT.

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NATIONAL HUNGER AWARENESS tional Hunger Awareness Day—that in a land Burma. The attack by armed goons supported DAY RESOLUTION of plenty, 13 million children still go to bed by Burma’s military regime on 1991 Nobel hungry. A country which is as blessed as ours Peace Prize recipient Aung San Suu Kyi is an HON. FRANK R. WOLF needs to do better. insult and an offense to all freedom loving OF VIRGINIA f peoples around the world. Even worse, it is re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ported that several of her supporters have RECOGNIZING DIARIO LAS been brutally killed. Monday, June 9, 2003 AMERICAS When I traveled to Burma to meet with Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, today, Mr. MCGOV- Aung San Suu Kyi, I was immediately im- ERN and I introduced a resolution to help draw HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN pressed by her staunch commitment to free- attention to the 33 million hungry Americans. OF FLORIDA dom and her refusal to yield to unremitting The resolution recognizes organizations such IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES government pressure. as America’s Second Harvest that provide Monday, June 9, 2003 I was proud to hear that Archbishop emergency food assistance to hungry people Desmond Tutu, a man I know and admire, has in the United States, and encourages all Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. I wish to recognize called for the international community to im- Americans to provide volunteer services and the extraordinary achievements of a news- mediately impose sanctions on Burma’s re- other support for local anti-hunger advocacy paper that will commemorate the 50th anniver- gime. I urge that the United States cooperate efforts and hunger relief charities, including sary of its founding on July 4th, the day this promptly in this regard; failure to act decisively food banks, food rescue organizations, food Nation celebrates its independence. would be to miss an opportunity to reaffirm our pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency shel- Diario Las Americas is a nationally and support for liberty and justice in Burma. ters. internationally distributed newspaper that has always served its community, its Nation and On National Hunger Awareness Day I have f mixed emotions. I am proud of the armies of the principles of freedom and democracy that compassion that are represented by organiza- we all embrace. TRIBUTE TO KATHRYN GIOMI tions such as America’s Second Harvest. But Dr. Horacio Aguirre, its founder and director, I’m also sad because its been nearly 40 years was born in New Orleans of Nicaraguan par- since President Johnson declared war on pov- ents. He commenced his career in journalism HON. SCOTT McINNIS erty and hunger and yet, today, 13 million kids early in life after having graduated from the OF COLORADO STILL live in households that do not have an University of Panama with a degree in Law IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES adequate supply of food. (USDA) and Political Sciences. In 2001, there were 33.6 million Ameri- Since 1984, he has presided over the Inter- Monday, June 9, 2003 national Affairs Committee of the Inter-Amer- cans—20 million adults and 13 million chil- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- dren—who were hungry or at risk of hunger. ican Press Association, Sociedad Interameri- emn heart that I rise today to pay tribute to the (USDA) In Matthew 25, Jesus talks about the cana de Prensa, SIP, an organization that life of an outstanding young woman with a de- obligation to feed the hungry. In a world, and groups some 1,300 newspapers from this sire to serve her country. Kathryn Giomi especially a nation, as plentiful as ours, it is hemisphere. He is also a member of the planned to spend her life in the service of her tragic that even one child is hungry. World Association of Newspapers, WAN, nation, but her life was tragically taken in an My state of Virginia is better off than many whose headquarters is in Paris, and of the auto accident before she could live her dream. states. We are below the national average World Press Freedom Committee, of Wash- As her loved ones mourn her passing, I would poverty rate of 11.6 percent. We have fewer ington, DC. like to pay tribute to her memory. people who don’t have food—7.6 percent Dr. Aguirre has received, among many dis- versus the national average of 10.4 percent. tinctions and honors, the Gran Cruz del Me´rito Kathryn, who enjoyed cooking, listening to Yet, hunger is still rampant here. 294,434 Civil de Espan˜a, bestowed in 1991 by His big band music, and dancing, was born in San children, or 43.4 percent, received free or re- Majesty, King Juan Carlos I; the Orden de Ca- Jose, California where she graduated from duced-price meals. ballero de San Gregorio bestowed by the Vati- high school three years ago. Last year, Kath- Substantial progress has been made to feed can in 1984; the Presidential Award of the ryn moved to Colorado where she worked in the hungry in the United States, yet too many Sociedad Interamericana de Prensa, SIP en a restaurant and theater while she waited for Americans still go to bed hungry and feel the 1999; and degrees honoris causa from Barry her chance to serve in the United States Air effects of food deprivation. Federal programs University, Miami-Dade Community College Force as a military police officer. Kathryn was like the Food Stamp Program, child nutrition and Florida International University. proficient in Spanish, spoke some Italian and programs, and food donation programs, pro- As the 50th anniversary of its founding ap- Farsi, and hoped for an assignment at Aviano vide essential nutritional support to millions of proaches, I wish to acknowledge Diario Las Air Force Base in Italy, where she could im- low-income people, but the need remains. Americas, Dr. Horacio Aguirre, his family and prove the Italian language skills she learned Thankfully, community- and faith-based institu- collaborators in their abiding stand in defense from her family. Kathryn was slated to leave tions are providing assistance to hungry peo- of moral and democratic values. for basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio in June. ple across the country. f The armies of compassion are working Kathryn is survived by her mother Mar- hard, but we each must do our part to join in CONDEMNING THE CRACKDOWN OF guerite Ellen Rose, her father Ron Giomi, her and support them. Barriers need to be elimi- THE OPPOSITION IN BURMA AND sister Heather Giomi-Beck, her brothers Ryan nated to allow businesses to do the morally THE DETENTION OF DAW AUNG and Vincent Giomi, two nephews and a niece. conscionable thing and donate their surplus SAN SUU KYI Our thoughts and prayers are with them dur- food. It’s outrageous that it is more ‘‘cost ef- ing this difficult time. fective’’ for a business to throw out or destroy HON. DONALD M. PAYNE Mr. Speaker, it is people like Kathryn, who surplus food rather than donate it to a local OF NEW JERSEY understand the price of freedom and have an- soup kitchen. A White House conference on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES swered the call to service, who have helped to hunger, like the one my colleague Senator make America what it is today. Kathryn would Monday, June 9, 2003 DOLE called for just this morning, would be an have made a fantastic member of our armed ideal venue to discuss these important issues. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I stand today to forces, and our nation is appreciative of her I hope that in the midst of the facts and sta- deplore in the strongest possible terms this willingness to serve. She will be missed by her tistics, no one misses the REAL point of Na- past weekend’s nationwide crackdown in family, friends, and her country.

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VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.001 E09PT1 E1174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 9, 2003 SENSE OF THE HOUSE COM- of military service, had been married for at sitions. Additionally, Hilda achieved her EMT– MENDING NATION’S BUSINESSES least 20 years to one spouse, and 20 years of B certification and assisted the Grand Valley AND BUSINESS OWNERS FOR marriage and service were overlapping. This is Fire Protection District. Hilda’s attention to de- SUPPORT OF OUR TROOPS AND known as the 20/20/20 restriction. Further leg- tail, together with her unwavering determina- THEIR FAMILIES islation was enacted two years later to include tion, led her to become and perform as an additional former spouses under a 20/20/15 outstanding substitute teacher and librarian for SPEECH OF restriction. 23 years. As a student teacher in Lynchburg, HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS While this law recognizes the contribution she educated herself to become a mentor as OF FLORIDA and sacrifice of many military spouses who well as a teacher. Her first substitute teaching later divorced, there is a group who are com- position was in the RE–2 School District, in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pletely left out through no fault of their own. Rifle, Colorado. Through her experiences in Wednesday, June 4, 2003 Spouses who must leave a marriage through different geographic areas and districts, Hilda Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. I rise today in divorce due to documented abuse are often expanded her vast knowledge and wisdom, support of H. Res. 201, which commends left with none of these benefits. Domestic vio- and became an excellent asset to every American business for its support of U.S. Re- lence and physical or sexual endangerment to school district she served. Today we admire a servists and National Guardsmen called to ac- the spouse or the children, proven by medical woman who selflessly donated her time and tive duty. or counseling records, should be taken into efforts to upholding the structure of her com- Nationwide, Reservists are averaging far account. Divorced because of this situation, munity. more number of days either deployed or away the injured spouse should continue to receive Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride I honor from home than at the height of the Gulf War all benefits. such an outstanding individual before this in 1991. They are being called up more often, H.R. 2393 will change the law to 20/20/10— body of Congress and this nation. Hilda con- are serving for longer periods of time, and are only for these special circumstances, meaning tributed so much, and she was so thoughtful, absolutely vital to our national military strat- that the military member would have been words will never express our appreciation to egy. The U.S. military does not undertake any married for at least 20 years to one spouse, her. Hilda, thank you for your hard work in our sustained operations anywhere in the world would have performed at least 20 years of country, and I anticipate great achievements without using the National Guard and Re- military service, with 10 years of service and from you in the future. serve. marriage overlapping. This change would f Over 216,900 reservists have been called to allow an abused spouse to escape from a po- active duty since 9/11, with most having to tentially dangerous marriage and still keep TRIBUTE TO PATRICIA HARPER temporarily leave their civilian jobs to serve. benefits. GARRETT Although their jobs are assured when they re- Teresa, a woman in my Congressional Dis- turn, for their employers, war means having to trict, has found herself in these circumstances. HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK continue business without key employees. She told me, ‘‘I didn’t begin this marriage look- OF FLORIDA Small firms in particular must make extraor- ing for a way to divorce. I believe in commit- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dinary sacrifices when they lose one of their ment, and there were some good years. But Monday, June 9, 2003 most productive workers. Yet, despite these had I known when I married him how he hardships, many companies continue to sup- would hurt me and endanger my life, I would Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to port these employees and their families while have backed away. I have done all I can to pay tribute to Patricia Harper Garrett, of whom they serve their nation. H. Res. 201 expresses keep this marriage together. His response to it can be said, ‘‘Teaching was in her genes.’’ the sense of the House that our nation’s busi- legal separation was to come over and throw Her grandmother was the Principal at Belle nesses and business owners should be com- our 15 year old around until I called the police. Glades Jr. High School and later Principal of mended for their support of our troops and I will never allow him to hurt our children Roosevelt Jenkins High School in Starke, Flor- their families as they serve our country. again.’’ ida, where her parents were both students. At It is important to acknowledge the sacrifices Most of our military members are honorable the end of this school year, Mrs. Garrett will and contributions made by American business and good people. But, in the few cases where be retiring from the teaching profession after in support of the Reservists and Guardsmen spousal or child abuse is involved, we must 35 years. they employ. Many of these companies, with- protect the families. I invite my colleagues to Patricia Garrett is a graduate of George out legal obligation to do so, continue to pay join with me in supporting military spouses Washington Carver High School and Bethune reservists the difference between their military who have found themselves in dangerous Cookman College. She is also a member of pay and what they earn on their civilian jobs. marriages. Please co-sponsor H.R. 2393. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and an Asso- Many also continue to pay health and insur- f ciate Member of Jack and Jill of America. ance benefits for those employees and their Throughout her teaching career, her title families. TRIBUTE TO HILDA VAUGHAN has changed several times, including Work Members of the guard and reserve can’t do Experience Coordinator at Booker T. Wash- their job without the support of their family and HON. SCOTT McINNIS ington and Richmond Heights Junior High employers. It is fitting that we take this oppor- OF COLORADO Schools and Cooperative Education Coordi- tunity to acknowledge the contribution that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nator/Department Chairperson at Miami Sun- set Senior High School. However, her goal American business, both corporate and family- Monday, June 9, 2003 owned, is making to the defense of our nation has always been the same: to make a positive and to our national military objectives. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to and lasting difference in the lives of young take this opportunity to pay tribute to Hilda people. f Vaughan, an exceptional individual who has Ms. Garrett realized at an early age, from ALL SPOUSES OF MILITARY selflessly devoted her time and energy to the years of watching her grandmother and moth- RETIREES DESERVE OUR HELP betterment of this nation. I applaud her out- er who were both teachers, that education standing character, and her desire to support was crucially important. After college, she HON. BOB FILNER and educate her community. Hilda dem- came to realize that her skills could best be OF CALIFORNIA onstrates impressive qualities worthy of such utilized helping to educate young people. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES praise, and today we honor her retirement as Ms. Garrett has received numerous honors a salute to a job well done. over the years in recognition of her skill, com- Monday, June 9, 2003 Hilda was born in Lynchburg, Virginia, and mitment, dedication, and enthusiasm for edu- Mr. FILNER Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I spent her adolescent years thirsting for knowl- cating young people. In 1997, she received rise to call attention to my bill, H.R. 2393, edge. After graduating from Rustburg High perhaps her greatest honor: the selection of ‘‘Continued Benefits for Injured Spouses Act’’. School in Rustburg, Virginia, she obtained a her daughter, Jessica Garrett—a fourth-gen- Under current law, enacted in 1982, former Bachelor of Arts degree from Lynchburg Col- eration teacher in her family as Miami-Dade spouses of military members or retirees are el- lege, and married her beloved husband, Ted Public Schools Region Beginning Teacher of igible for military medical benefits and ex- Vaughan. Hilda moved to Silt, Colorado, and the Year. The legacy of educators continues change and commissary privileges if the mili- served her community well, by holding a num- with her youngest daughter, April Garrett, who tary member had performed at least 20 years ber of clerical, secretarial, and accounting po- is in her first year of teaching.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.005 E09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1175 Congratulations, Patricia Harper Garrett. stan and Iraq. It also commends Defense De- riod. In passing last year’s Defense Authoriza- Thank you for your service, and enjoy your re- partment civilians and contractors for their tion Act, Congress recognized this difficulty for tirement. work and support. members of the Selected Reserve. Also rec- f It is a privilege to take a few minutes to pay ognizing that 10 years may not be long tribute to the men and women who distinguish enough for certain individuals, the VA Sec- TRIBUTE TO GEORGE RYAN themselves daily in selfless service to this na- retary has limited discretion to grant time ex- tion. More than 1.4 million men and women tensions to those who are unable to use their HON. SCOTT McINNIS make up America’s active and reserve forces, benefits due to mental or physical handicaps. OF COLORADO and over 300,000 of them are deployed for It is clear that life in 2003 can make it dif- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES military action in Afghanistan and Iraq. ficult to finish an education in the allotted time Monday, June 9, 2003 In addition to their duties as soldiers, mem- frame. I believe it is time to extend the time bers of the armed forces also serve as our na- period for all the participants of the MGIB. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a pro- tion’s unofficial ambassadors.They represent Therefore, I have introduced H.R. 1924, ‘‘The found sense of pride that I stand before this the very best of what this nation stands for— Montgomery GI Bill Flexibility Act’’, which will Congress and this Nation to pay tribute to an honor, loyalty, and a commitment to enhanc- allow all participants up to 14 years to com- outstanding educator, coach and leader from ing freedom and democracy throughout the plete their education. This bill will ensure that my district. George Ryan of Grand Junction, world. The men and women now serving in more of our veterans are able to avail them- Colorado spends most of his time with the stu- Iraq and Afghanistan have the unique oppor- selves of the educational opportunity that the dent-athletes of the area, providing them with tunity to demonstrate to the world that the MGIB affords them—the educational oppor- leadership, and direction. I am honored to rec- United States cannot only win wars, it can tunity that they earned. ognize his accomplishments here today. help emerging nations become self-governing A second bill, H.R. 1920, ‘‘Let U.S. Veterans George grew up interested in sports, and as well. Maintaining the peace and nation Rebuild Iraq Act’’, does just what the title worked hard to receive a football scholarship building in these two countries promises to be says. It would guarantee jobs to veterans with to Youngstown College but enlisted in the a lengthy and time-consuming process. I am companies that are awarded government con- armed forces to dutifully serve our country. pleased to offer my support to this resolution tracts to rebuild Iraq. We have all rallied to One of the greatest things to happen to and call on my colleagues on both sides of the support our troops as they waged Operation: George was being stationed at Fort Carson in aisle to reaffirm our commitment to our na- Iraqi Freedom. But often, after the troops Colorado, where he met a young nursing train- tion’s goals in these two countries. come home, our veterans are not treated with ee who would soon become his wife, Mary H. Con. Res. 177 also conveys the deepest the respect that they deserve. It is most impor- Ann. The couple soon wound up in Grand sympathy and condolences to the families of tant to ensure that there are jobs for our na- Junction, where George became a teacher service members killed or wounded during tion’s veterans, both new veterans and older. and coach. these operations, and calls on communities We are still fighting homelessness among vet- George’s interest in our Nation’s youth led across the country to prepare appropriate erans, a national disgrace. One way to better him to serve on the District 51 school board. ceremonies to commemorate with tributes and the lives of many veterans is to include them After some time there, he shifted his volunteer days of remembrance their service and sac- in the job of rebuilding Iraq. They fought for time to athletics and began to officiate at track rifice. freedom for Iraq. Let’s get them involved with meets. He worked as an insurance claims ad- Sixty-seven United States military and civil- helping to secure the future for Iraq. juster during the day, so he could provide ians lost their lives in Afghanistan and 140 My third bill, H.R. 1347, ‘‘The Former Pris- some financial stability for his family. His hard died in Iraq so far. By any measure, their con- oners of War Equitable Dental Benefits Act’’, work on the track garnered George quite a tributions, in terms of human sacrifice, are im- is legislation that I introduced in the 107th reputation as a track official, where he worked mense. As a nation we share the sense of Congress and that passed the House of Rep- 15 State Track Championships. George was loss that their families are experiencing. We resentatives, but not the Senate. This bill is so good at his job that he received an invita- must never forget that the peace and pros- supported by the Department of Veterans Af- tion to the NCAA Track Championships in perity that we enjoy are founded on the ulti- fairs. It would eliminate the ‘‘time of intern- 1982, working the hammer throw, discus, and mate sacrifices made by those who have lost ment’’ requirement for former prisoners-of-war the javelin. He enjoys officiating track meets their lives in war throughout our nation’s his- (POWs) in order to be eligible for outpatient and working with young people so much that tory. dental care benefits at the VA. it has become his number one hobby. f No one can deny that former POWs have Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before sacrificed greatly in defense of their country. this Congress and this Nation to praise EDUCATION, JOBS, BENEFITS, AND Unfortunately, their sacrifices continue. Re- George Ryan. George has provided the city of PRESCRIPTIONS FOR OUR NA- ports have shown that POWs are at higher Grand Junction with an exemplary model of TION’S VETERANS risk for a number of disabling conditions asso- community service. He has spent countless ciated with exposure to infectious disease, in- hours helping children engage in sports, while HON. BOB FILNER clement weather, and malnutrition. providing them with a role model they can look OF CALIFORNIA Currently, the law states that eligibility for up to and admire. Thank you, George, for your IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES outpatient dental care benefits only applies to years of service. former POWs with 90 days or more of intern- Monday, June 9, 2003 f ment. As you can imagine, this time require- Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I ment has been difficult for the VA to admin- RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING rise today to urge support for four bills that I ister and to justify to the veterans seeking ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN AND have introduced to address several needs of dental care. Former POWs are often confused SUPPORTED OPERATION ENDUR- our veterans and to ensure their well-being. about this time requirement. Who could say ING FREEDOM IN AFGHANISTAN The first bill (H.R. 1924) deals with edu- that our POWs in Iraq did not suffer because AND OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM cation benefits. Last year, one very important they were not imprisoned for 90 days? H.R. IN IRAQ piece of the Fiscal Year 2003 National De- 1347 eliminates the arbitrary distinction be- fense Authorization Act that Congress passed tween former POWs who have all paid dearly SPEECH OF was a provision that extends the time limit for for their service. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS members of the Selected Reserve to use their Fourthly, I have learned that VA doctors are OF FLORIDA Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) education benefits not allowed to prescribe more than a 1 month IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from 10 years to 14 years. Prior to the pas- prescription for controlled drugs, such as pain sage of this law, these MGIB participants had killers used for chronic conditions. But many Wednesday, June 4, 2003 only 10 years from their release from military veterans who have these prescriptions have Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I service to use these earned education bene- been treated with the same medications for rise today in support of H. Con. Res. 177. This fits. years and show no signs of abuse. H.R. 1921, resolution acknowledges the accomplishments Many times, veterans with families, work the ‘‘Continuity of Care for Veterans with of the U.S. armed forces and expresses the commitments, and economic difficulties are Chronic Conditions Act’’, would allow VA doc- deep gratitude of the nation to the 21 stead- unable to fulfill all their requirements to receive tors to write a three-months prescription for fast allies and coalition members in Afghani- a degree or certification within this 10 year pe- these veterans who demonstrate no sign of

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.008 E09PT1 E1176 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 9, 2003 abuse of their medication. This bill would Mrs. Barron has had to deal with hard deci- As of February 2003, there were 37,000 make it more convenient for sick veterans to sions in her life. Her husband and daughter non-citizens serving on active duty in the U.S get their medication and would ensure that no became terribly ill, and she was responsible armed forces. Moreover, almost 12,000 for- lag time exists when veterans are without their for their care. During this difficult time, and de- eign nationals were serving in the selected re- medication. spite the tremendous effort it took, she none- serves, and another 8,000 were serving in the Education, jobs, benefits, and prescriptions theless continued to give great help and serv- inactive National Guard and ready reserves. for our nation’s veterans. I urge your support ice to the Phyllis R. Miller Elementary School. Their red, white, and blue patriotism has for this legislation! Mrs. Barron’s dedication, loyalty, compas- contributed extraordinarily to national security. f sion, and involvement will be greatly missed. Every single one of these heroes, courageous She showed students and faculty alike, by her defenders of lady liberty—from the Philippines, TRIBUTE TO LEE M. ANCELL SR. example, how to make lemonade from the Mexico, Jamaica, Haiti, among many other lemons life gives them, and in doing so she source countries—deserves an expedited pro- HON. SCOTT McINNIS contributed greatly to the Miami-Dade commu- cedure for citizenship. OF COLORADO nity. Mr. Speaker, as of February 2003, there IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I know that my colleagues join were 1,663 non-citizen members of the U.S. Monday, June 9, 2003 me in recognizing Mrs. Jerlean Barron for her military whose unit was stationed in Florida. work, in thanking her for her service and in Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with pro- Every single one of them has made the com- wishing her much happiness in her retirement. found sadness that I take this opportunity to mitment to risk his or her life to defend the pay tribute to the life and memory of a veteran f United States of America. Volunteering to serve in the U.S. armed from my state, Lee M. Ancell, Sr. Lee passed HONORING ROBERT forces exemplifies one of the important roles away recently at the age of 88. As his family KREAMELMEYER mourns their loss, I would like to take this mo- of a citizen. On April 14, 2003, Captain ment to pay tribute to his life and accomplish- Armando Ariel Gonzalez, a Florida non-citizen HON. SCOTT McINNIS resident, was killed in a non-hostile accident ments here today. OF COLORADO Lee was a part of what many call the when a commercial refueler collapsed at a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘greatest generation,’’ and when the United supply area in Southern Iraq. States entered World War II, he dutifully an- Monday, June 9, 2003 Once more, I wish to express my deepest swered his nations call by enlisting in the Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a condolences to the Gonzalez family, and at Army Air Corp. After his discharge, Lee re- heavy heart that I stand before this body of the same time offer all my support and pray- turned to marry Margaret Galloway. Lee and Congress to pay tribute to Robert ers. This tragedy only crystallizes the great Margaret lived a long life together, as their Kraemelmeyer, who recently passed away risk and danger the brave members of the all- marriage spanned 53 years. After moving to after many years of public service. Robert de- volunteer military experience in the name of Cortez, Colorado, Lee became involved in a voted his life to serving his community and the people of the United States. number of groups and organizations. He en- this devotion will not be forgotten We must never forget that the peace and joyed membership in groups like the National Robert began his life of public service when prosperity that we enjoy are founded on the Rifle Association, the VFW, and the National he left college to join the Air Force and serve ultimate sacrifice made by all those who have Water Well Drillers Association. He was also a in World War II, stationed with the 423rd lost their lives in war throughout our nation’s respected leader of the 4–H Club. Lee spent squadron—306 Bomb Group in England. After history. his free time engaging in a variety of activities, the war, Robert returned to the United States We have witnessed the commitment of non- including welding, hunting, fishing, and playing and moved to Golden, Colorado. While in citizen soldiers to the United States during the the guitar. A family man, Lee is survived by Golden, Robert began a career as plumber, war in Afghanistan and Iraq. They have three children, six grandchildren, and one and dedicated much of his time to his commu- earned our gratitude and admiration. We must great grandchild. nity. He spent a lot of time as the Scout Mas- now accord them our appreciation and re- Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before ter of Troop 48. Robert knew that he could spect. this Congress and this nation to pay tribute to make a difference in the lives of America’s I support The Armed Forces Naturalization the life and legacy of Lee Ancell, Sr. Lee was youth, so he purchased some property in the Act of 2003 because it, a solid contributor to his community and his Williams Fork area, which he turned into a (a) Ensures the ability of lawful permanent nation, and I am grateful for his service. My summer ranch for boys. He ran the ranch until resident spouses, unmarried children, and par- thoughts and prayers go out to Lee’s family his move to Montrose, Colorado in 1972. ents of soldiers killed as a result of service in and friends. While in Montrose, Robert got involved in poli- the U.S military to apply for citizenship; (b) Speeds up the naturalization process by f tics, and continued to serve his community as a city councilman and town mayor. While serv- allowing military members to naturalize after TRIBUTE TO JERLEAN BARRON ing as the Mayor of Montrose, Robert worked serving one year in the military, waive natu- hard to serve his community to the best of his ralization fees, and allow naturalization inter- HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK ability. views and oath ceremonies to take place OF FLORIDA Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before abroad, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this Congress and pay tribute to the life and (c) Waives posthumous citizenship fees. I am pleased with the bill proposed today, Monday, June 9, 2003 accomplishments of Robert Kreamelmeyer. Robert was an outstanding role model. I am but urge my colleagues to further facilitate the Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to saddened by the loss of such a good man, but naturalization process to these heroes and pay tribute to Mrs. Jerlean Barron, who will be am happy knowing he had such a positive im- their loved ones. retiring from the Dade County Public Schools pact on so many young people in his commu- f at the end of this school year. Mrs. Barron is nity. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rob- the very definition of a strong person. She RECOGNIZING THE DISTINGUISHED ert’s family and friends. dedicated her life to serving her family and her CAREER OF JO ANN PISEL, EX- community, and she did both with distinction. f ECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CALL Mrs. Barron was born and raised in Baxley, ARMED FORCES NATURALIZATION FOR HELP Georgia and is a product of the Appling Coun- ACT OF 2003 ty Public School System. She attended HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO SPEECH OF Appling Elementary and Secondary Schools. OF ILLINOIS Mrs. Barron is a role model who dem- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES onstrated daily how to overcome obstacles. OF FLORIDA After raising six of her biological children, she Monday, June 9, 2003 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES took on the responsibility of raising four of her Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to grandchildren. Mrs. Barron was always there Wednesday, June 4, 2003 ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing to support her grandchildren morally, emotion- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I the distinguished career and retirement of Jo ally, spiritually, and even financially in their rise today in strong support of the Armed Ann Pisel, Executive Director of Call for Help pursuits. Forces Naturalization Act of 2003. Incorporated from 1976 to 2003.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.011 E09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1177 Jo Ann Pisel has been with Call for Help for emplary service to his community and this na- This degree will now open many doors of the past 27 years, 26 of which as the Execu- tion. opportunity for her to continue her education tive Director. Call For Help is a not-for-profit John’s family has deep roots in Trinidad, and to pursue a career in the field of anthro- multiple social service agency in St. Clair going back four generations to his great- pology. She plans to do some anthropology County, Illinois. Under her guidance, the orga- grandfather who homesteaded in the area. His work in the Pacific in the future and has ac- nization, which started in the basements of father worked as a miner, and John attended cepted an internship at Counterpart Inter- volunteers, has grown and continued to offer Trinidad High School where he excelled as a national. We all look forward to hearing of critical services to the communities in Illinois runner, becoming state champion in the half Janice’s contributions in her profession and that they have served for the past 33 years. mile. Following graduation in 1957, John at- we hope she continues to pursue her interest Starting with a Suicide and Crisis Hotline, tended the University of Colorado on an ath- in the cultural roots of our people and our re- the Call for Help agency includes a Victim letic scholarship, but within weeks of starting gion. Sexual Assault Care Unit, now with three sat- school, his nation came calling. John received I am proud of Janice for her dedication and ellite offices (Mt. Vernon, East St. Louis and a draft notice in the mail and immediately hard work in completing her undergraduate Madison County). It also includes an Informa- gave up his scholarship to enlist in the Navy. degree. I also want to take the time to com- tion and Referral Program, giving links to re- The Navy trained John as an electrician and mend Janice’s parents, Jacinta and Lawrence sources in the community and assisting with stationed him on two aircraft carriers before Atoigue, who encourage her to do her best. rental, utility and prescription assistance when John returned to school, this time at Trinidad They have every reason to be proud of her available. Also, there is a domestic violence State Junior College and Adams State Col- program that has evolved and has become an lege. achievement. entity on its own now celebrating 25 years of John earned a BA in education and later an Today I join the Atoigue family and friends service. Furthermore, Call for Help has an MA in counseling, which led to a job as a in congratulating Janice for her accomplish- Adult Residential Program serving those who guidance counselor and launched his career ment and in wishing her the very best in the find themselves in a mental crisis, Crisis and with Trinidad State Junior College. He later future. MISA Counseling Services and a Transitional worked as the Director of Upward Bound, a Living Center, housing homeless young program designed to help students success- f women and their dependent children. fully complete high school and college. John Serving people of all ages has been Jo also served as the Director of Student Life be- TO HONOR THE HEROIC ACTS OF Ann’s stock in trade. In addition to her duties fore spending the last 15 years as the Dean UNITED STATES ARMY PVT. at Call for Help, Jo Ann also serves as a of Students. John is deeply connected to the JASON KLEINMAN Home Health Social Worker for a variety of school. His entire family, including his wife, Home Health Agencies, currently BJC and three children, and daughter-in-law, has grad- Nurses and Company. From 1980–1992, Jo uated from Trinidad State Junior College. HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN Mr. Speaker, I am proud to stand before this Ann was the Social Service and Activity con- OF NEW YORK sultant for Dammert Geriatrics, Parkview body today to recognize John Giron, a man Manor and the St. Paul’s Home for the Aged. who has clearly demonstrated his commitment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES She was a Medical Psychiatric Social Worker to our nation’s youth. His counsel and leader- Monday, June 9, 2003 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Granite City and ship helped guide the academic careers of nu- also served as a private consultant. She merous young people, and I thank him for his Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today served as a caseworker for female ex-pris- outstanding service and wish John all the best to honor Private Jason Kleinman, of the oners in the late 60’s and was a caseworker in his retirement. United States Army, whose courage and valor for foster families from 1968–1969. From f in the face of tremendous danger saved the 1966–1969, she served as a childcare worker JANICE PEREZ ATOIGUE lives of three fellow United States soldiers dur- at Villa Maria Maternity home in St. Louis, ing an enemy ambush outside of Baghdad on working with single, young pregnant women. Memorial Day. Pvt. Kleinman, along with two From 1959–1966, Jo Ann taught the elemen- HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO fellow soldiers, ignored flames and exploding tary grades first through sixth. OF GUAM ammunition to pull three wounded comrades Jo Ann was recognized in 2001 as one of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from a burning Humvee. the Top Ladies of Distinction and in 1997 she Monday, June 9, 2003 received the St. Louis University-School of So- Pvt. Kleinman, a member of the Army’s 3rd cial Service, Alumni Distinguished Service Mr. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Infantry Division’s Task Force 270, was trav- Award. That same year she was named a to commend Ms. Janice Perez Atoigue for eling in a convoy of Humvees when an Iraqi Hardees Hometown Hero and in 1995, was completing her Bachelor of Arts degree with man tossed a home-made bomb under the honored as being recognized as both the Honors in Anthropology at the University of wheels of the vehicle in front of his. The bomb State of Illinois and Metro East Social Worker Maryland on May 22, 2003. blew the Humvee back 80 feet, igniting the of the Year. Janice was always an outstanding student gas tank as well as machine gun and anti-tank Jo Ann has worked tirelessly all of her life both in high school and at the University of rounds inside. Without hesitation, Pvt. in the service of people and has given much Maryland. She was born on Guam and her Kleinman, along with Pvt. Dustin Meeks and of herself to filling the needs of the commu- family resided in the village of Yigo during her Pvt. Enrique Alvarado, dragged three soldiers nity, both the young and old. early years. Her family later moved to Mary- from the burning Humvee despite at least 50 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me land where she attended the Talented and secondary explosions as ammunition contin- in recognizing the contributions of Jo Ann Gifted School and Suitland High School. At ued to discharge inside the vehicle. Though Pisel and wish her the best in the future. Suitland she was an honors student in both the Humvee’s gunner succumbed to his inju- the Dance and French Programs. f ries, the other two soldiers have Pvts. While attending at the University of Mary- Kleinman, Meeks and Alvarado to thank for PAYING TRIBUTE TO JOHN GIRON land, she concentrated her studies in Biologi- their lives. cal Anthropology and was on the Dean’s List. HON. SCOTT McINNIS The Anthropology Department at the Univer- I am proud to represent Pvt. Jason sity of Maryland is a respected program, and Kleinman, a nineteen year-old native of Roslyn OF COLORADO Heights, Long Island who joined the Army last IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she took advantage of educational opportunities available on campus and overseas. Dur- September, after graduating from Herricks Monday, June 9, 2003 ing the summer of 2002 she studied in Bel- High School in New Hyde Park. Jason had Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to gium and Germany, where she visited many dreamed of joining the Army since he was a take this opportunity to honor a lifelong educa- archeological sites and museums. Just before child. Now he will return home as a hero. tor from my district. John Giron has devoted graduating she completed a senior honor the- I commend Jason Kleinman for his tremen- his life to the students of Trinidad State Junior sis on prehistoric Pacific migration, which re- dous display of bravery in the face of mortal College in Trinidad, Colorado for 33 years. As flects her quest for knowledge about the ori- peril and I ask my colleagues in the House of he embarks on his retirement, it gives me gins of the Pacific, Guam, and her Chamorro Representatives to please join me in praise of great joy to inform this body about John’s ex- heritage. this young man’s heroic acts.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.016 E09PT1 E1178 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 9, 2003 PAYING TRIBUTE TO MIKE and recognition of his final promotion to the acted in support of this legislation. My col- OVERTURF rank of Captain. leagues have continued to support of human Just two months shy of retirement, Mitch life and have voted in favor of a ban on partial HON. SCOTT McINNIS served everyday to the best of his abilities. birth abortions. Had I been present, I would OF COLORADO Over the course of his career he received nu- have voted ‘‘yea’’ on this important bill. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES merous letters of commendation for his serv- f ice to the citizens of Santa Rosa County. He Monday, June 9, 2003 was an officer respected by his peers, ad- PAYING TRIBUTE TO VERNA BARR Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with deep mired by his community, and loved by his fam- SPEECH OF admiration that I stand before this body of ily and friends. Congress to recognize the determination of fif- Mr. Speaker, I would like to offer my sincere HON. SCOTT McINNIS teen year-old Mike Overturf of Olathe, Colo- and heartfelt condolences to the family of OF COLORADO rado, who is recovering from a recent stroke. Capt. Mitchell A. Smith for their loss. Although IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The fortitude he has shown in the face of his time with us was cut short, we will be for- Friday, May 9, 2003 hardship, and the spirited manner with which ever grateful for the time that Mitch did have he lives his life, are an inspiration to us all. with us in Santa Rosa County. On this such Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is a great Although having suffered a stroke just a few occasion, we honor one of America’s greatest honor for me to recognize the many years of short months ago, Mike has remained active. citizens, Capt. Mitchell A. Smith, whose legacy public service that Verna Barr of Austin, Colo- He has been riding his dirt bike, playing will live on long beyond his passing. rado has given to the citizens of my state. I drums, making plans to go fishing, and even f would like to take this time to pay tribute to completing a major project in school in order Verna’s selfless contributions to the well being to catch up on his studies. Mike’s teachers PERSONAL EXPLANATION of so many children, seniors, and others who note his remarkable performance and the ex- have had the pleasure of her company and traordinary attention he has devoted to his HON. RON LEWIS her kindness. schoolwork. OF KENTUCKY Verna started her life of volunteer service at Throughout his ordeal, Mike has been a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the age of eight, helping to print and fold her church’s bulletin. Verna’s mother, Florence positive influence in the lives of his friends, Monday, June 9, 2003 family, and in his community. He has sup- Petersen, instilled in Verna a philosophy of life ported the performances of his school’s band, Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, due in which helping others has central impor- even following them to Grand Junction for the to a death in the family, I was absent from the tance. Over the years, Verna has volunteered Colorado West Band Festival. Mike plans to House on Wednesday, June 4 and Thursday, her services to a number of worthy causes play with the band this spring and not only June 5. Had I been present, I would have and projects, including preserving the history knows how to play the drums, but also the voted the following way: rollcall vote 236— of Surface Creek Valley and Pioneer Town trombone, trumpet, saxophone, guitar, clarinet yea, rollcall vote 237—yea, rollcall vote 238— through disseminating information and index- and flute. yea, rollcall vote 239—yea, rollcall vote 240— ing it for future generations. Verna has also Mr. Speaker, Mike Overturf is an inspiration nay, rollcall vote 241—nay, rollcall vote 24— spent a great deal of time and effort assisting to us all. His determination to overcome ad- yea, rollcall vote 243, H. Res. 256—yea, roll- the American Cancer Society, as well as the versity and his commitment to recovery says call vote 244—yea, rollcall vote 245—yea, roll- Colorado Cancer Society, from whom she has volumes about his character and desire to call vote 246—yea, rollcall vote 247—yea, roll- twice received official recognition for her as- succeed. Mike, I join your friends, family and call vote 248—yea. sistance with Relay for Life. Even in her pro- all of Olathe in wishing you a speedy recovery In particular, I would like to specifically ex- fessional life, Verna’s work continues the spirit and success in all of your future endeavors. press my strong support for H.R. 760, the Par- of service. For seventeen and a half years f tial Birth Abortion Ban Act of 2003. This has Verna has worked with seniors at Horizon been a bill that I have supported for many Health Care and Retirement Community, help- TRIBUTE TO CAPT. MITCHELL A. years and I am glad that it has again seen ing to enrich the lives of many with books, SMITH passage in the House. For nearly a decade plays, music, and creative activities. Through- Congress has attempted to see this legislation out this time, Verna’s example has inspired HON. JEFF MILLER become law, and I am pleased that my col- scores of others to volunteer as well. Colorado OF FLORIDA leagues have yet again affirmed the message is truly thankful. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that partial birth abortion is wrong by passing Mr. Speaker, it is with great admiration that this bill. I recognize Verna Barr for her innumerable Monday, June 9, 2003 There has been overwhelming support for a contributions to the quality of life for the citi- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise ban on partial birth abortions. The partial birth zens of Colorado. I am proud to represent today to honor one of this nation’s most dedi- abortion ban has been passed in various Verna in this body of Congress, and wish to cated citizens, Captain Mitchell A. Smith, of forms by the House eight times, including mul- extend my heartfelt gratitude for her life of the Santa Rosa Sheriffs Office. This past tiple veto overrides. Having been first consid- public service. Colorado is now a more beau- Thursday, June 5, 2003, Mitch was taken from ered during the 104th Congress, we have tiful place. Good luck, Verna, and best wishes us. He tirelessly served Santa Rosa County seen numerous state legislatures take action on all of your future endeavors. for the past 25 years, leaving a lasting impact and vote to end partial birth abortions in their f on the Northwest Florida Community that he states. came to know so well. We will forever miss I am pleased that we have acted strongly TRIP REPORT ON VISIT TO IRAQ Mitch, but his memory will never be forgotten. and unmistakably by voting once again to pre- Mitch began his adult life by dedicating him- serve life and ban the heinous practice of par- HON. FRANK R. WOLF self to the United States Army. He chose to tial birth abortions. The administration has OF VIRGINIA serve his country, defending the freedoms and stated their support of this bill and is willing to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES liberties that we as Americans have come to take positive action and sign this ban into law. hold so dear. It was this passion to serve and I understand that the issue of abortion is dif- Monday, June 9, 2003 help others that would continuously be shown ficult for many. Well-intentioned people on Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I just returned from throughout his life. both sides of this debate will continue to dis- spending two days in southern Iraq. I was In May of 1978, Mitch retired from the U.S. agree. How long, though, can our society con- there Sunday, May 25, and Monday, May 26. Army and came to the Santa Rosa Sheriffs tinue to justify its denial of the right to life to I also spent a day, Tuesday, May 27, in Ku- Office. He began his career in law enforce- the defenseless unborn? The value of life has wait, where I met with Kuwaiti government offi- ment as a Deputy, but quickly showed his been consistently cheapened. cials, members of the U.S. military, State De- dedication and commitment to serving and Partial birth abortion is a graphic example of partment officials and staff from the U.S. protecting the people of Northwest Florida, re- the worst of abortion. Congress has taken a Agency for International Development sulting in his subsequent promotions to the stand to uphold the value of life, especially in (USAID). ranks of Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant. these instances in which life is so blatantly Today I want to share with our colleagues Just two weeks ago, Mitch received the honor being destroyed. I am pleased that many have some details of my trip. On another day, I will

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.020 E09PT1 June 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1179 share a number of recommendations con- Party leader. The house was sandwiched be- BLUEPRINT FOR IRAQ cerning the reconstruction of Iraq. tween several other homes. While it was re- In order for the United States to win the Let me begin by praising the efforts of all duced to rubble, none of the surrounding peace in Iraq it is imperative that we restore the soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and houses appeared to sustain any damage. law and order. We need to redouble our ef- members of the Coast Guard who served—or I was told that Radio Sawa, a 24-hour, forts to ensure that Iraq is safe. are continuing to serve—in Operation Iraqi seven-days-a-week Arabic-language network In ‘‘Play to Win,’’ the final report of the bi- Freedom. They are the best of the best. I can- whose programming originates from the partisan Commission on Post-Conflict Recon- not emphasize enough how good a job they United States and is broadcast in the region, struction, security is one of the four ‘‘pillars’’ of have done and continue to do. They and their is very popular. The network plays a mix of post-conflict reconstruction. The other three families all have made tremendous sacrifices. the best Western and Arabic pop music and are: justice and reconciliation; economic and I was particularly impressed with the sol- has balanced up-to-the-minute news and anal- social well being, and governance and partici- diers and Marines I talked with who are re- ysis. It also broadcasts features on a variety of pation. servists called to active duty. Many left good political and social issues and does in-depth This comprehensive report published in Jan- jobs and/or school to serve. Their profes- reports on the development of freedom and uary 2003 by the Association of the United sionalism and attitude were exceptional. democracy in the Middle East. States Army and the Center for Strategic and I also want to express my heartfelt sym- Some were skeptical of the success of the International Studies should serve as the blue- pathy to all the families who lost loved ones broadcasts. But I was told by locals that since print for the reconstruction efforts in Iraq. during the war. We will never forget—and will Radio Sawa went on the air in spring 2002, Members of the commission include retired always be grateful for—their service to the few listen to Arabic radio stations anymore. military officers, representatives from the NGO cause of freedom. TOUGH CONDITIONS community and international aid organizations, All the soldiers and Marines I met in Iraq Life in southern Iraq is difficult. Poverty is former high-ranking executive branch officials, are doing an incredible job under extremely widespread. Buildings are dilapidated. Trash and Members of Congress with expertise in difficult conditions. The heat in Iraq and Ku- and rubble litter the streets. Many of the trees foreign affairs. wait is oppressive and will only get worse as have been cut down and used for firewood be- Among those on the commission are: Dr. summer approaches. It was over 100 degrees cause propane was so scarce under John Hamre, former deputy secretary of de- both days I was in Iraq. I was told that the Saddam’s rule. The water is putrid. fense; Richard Holbrooke, former U.S. ambas- temperature can sometimes reach 140 de- Saddam Hussein did everything in his sador to the United Nations; Gen. Gordon Sul- grees in July and August. The living conditions power over the last decade to make life in livan, former chief of staff of the U.S. Army; for most of the soldiers that I saw were primi- towns like Nasiriyah as miserable as possible Senator PAT ROBERTS, chairman of the Senate tive. because of the uprisings following the first Select Committee on Intelligence, and Rep. REASON FOR TRIP Gulf war. It was their punishment for opposing DOUG BEREUTER, chairman of the House Sub- I believed it was important to go to Iraq to his iron-fisted rule. Thousands of men who de- committee on Intelligence Policy and National get a first-hand look at the reconstruction ef- fied Saddam literally disappeared and have Security. (I, too, was a member of the com- forts that are under way and to assess the hu- never been heard from since; they are pre- mission, although I did not have a leading manitarian assistance that is being provided. I sumed dead. role.) crossed over the border into Iraq from Kuwait. The conditions in the two hospitals I vis- The report makes 17 recommendations ‘‘on I visited the towns of Nasiriyah, Al Kut and Al ited—while dramatically improved over the last what the United States will have to do to en- Amarah. month—are pitiful. At what was once the Sad- able itself to help countries successfully re- I spent the night in Nasiriyah—where some dam General Hospital in Nasiriyah—now just build themselves following conflict.’’ of the heaviest fighting during the war took called the General Hospital—there are no I have asked the commission to provide me place—then traveled northeast to Al Kut on screens on the doors. As a consequence, any with 535 copies of the report so I can share Monday morning. From there I headed south time a door is opened, bugs—particularly it with my colleagues. It also can be found on to Al Amarah then passed through the out- flies—come streaming in. Flies were swarming the Internet at http://www.pcrproject.org skirts of Basra on the way back to the Iraq-Ku- over two of the empty beds in the emergency Below is an excerpt from the report on the wait border. room. issue of security: During the trip I talked with a number of There is no monitoring equipment for the ‘‘Security is the sine qua non of post-conflict Iraqis, visited two hospitals, including the one beds in the emergency room. In fact, I saw reconstruction. Though every case is different, from which Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch was res- very little monitoring equipment anywhere in there is one constant—if security needs are cued, met with military officials, and spent a the hospital. Imagine walking into your local not met, both the peace in the given country considerable amount of time with representa- hospital and not seeing a machine to monitor and the intervention needed to promote it are tives from several non-governmental organiza- your pulse or take your blood pressure. Medi- doomed to fail. Unless comprehensive security tions (NGOs) working in Iraq. cine also is in short supply. It was depressing. needs are addressed up front, spoilers will find I saw what was left of one of Saddam Hus- Security in Iraq remains a real concern, not the weak areas and retain leverage to affect sein’s infamous torture chambers, heard only for coalition forces but for the general the political outcomes, vitiating the peace. ghastly stories about the brutality of Saddam’s public. Lives continue to be lost. Whether I While peace is essential, it never will be one regime and was told of mass graves. I saw was talking to military officials, NGOs or Iraqis, hundred percent guaranteed and the perfect paintings, posters and statues of Saddam de- security was the first issue they always ad- must not become the enemy of the good. In faced or destroyed. His name was scratched dressed. Looting is still a problem in some order to achieve acceptable levels of security, off or punched out from signs on buildings parts of the country and I heard several sto- ‘coalitions of the willing’ and the UN peace- bearing his name. I saw ‘‘No to Saddam Yes ries about robberies and carjackings. I was keeping operations need coherent military for Bush’’ spray painted in green letters on the told MPs in Nasiriyah successfully stopped a leadership and core troops from a lead nation side of a building just after crossing over the car jacking the Sunday night I was there. that provide the backbone of the operation. border from Kuwait. Many Iraqis are afraid to go back to work for The international community must also en- I saw very sick children, many of whom are fear their home may be looted or that they hance its ability to deploy civilian police to ad- probably now dead, and was amazed by the may be robbed. Several people told me that dress temporary needs. In addition, efforts to bravery of a young boy I saw in the emer- hearing random gun fire after sundown has design and reconstruct local security institu- gency room of a hospital. He had been become commonplace. tions, including both military and police, must brought in just minutes before I arrived. He The NGOs that I talked with said that it was begin early in the process.’’ had been playing outdoors and came in con- not unusual for their vehicles to be pelted with I believe the Bush Administration would be tact with either a land mine or unexploded ord- rocks in some parts of the country. Civilian well served to have several members of the nance. His face was severely burned and a convoys are threatened. No one travels after commission visit Iraq to measure how the re- piece of shrapnel was deeply embedded in his sunset. construction efforts match the recommenda- right eye. Blood was streaming down his face One reason for the lawlessness is that be- tions in the report. Dr. Hamre and Gen. Sul- onto his chest. He looked to be about 10- fore the war started, Saddam Hussein opened livan, who served as the co-chairmen of the years-old. He never cried. all the prisons, releasing both political pris- commission, could be charged with selecting I saw the results of precision-guided bomb- oners and hardened criminals. Murderers. which members should go. There should be ing. It is amazing. In Nasiriyah, I was taken by Rapists. Robbers. Getting these criminals no objection to this recommendation. Each of what was left of the former home of a Baath back behind bars is critical. the commission members has a distinguished

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.024 E09PT1 E1180 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 9, 2003 and extensive background. Their insight and commission to collect unpaid tax debt. That family whose beginning was filled with pain, observations could prove to be invaluable. proposal will jeopardize the rights and privacy loss, and confusion. A story about a family In addition to members of the Commission of American taxpayers. The following organi- suffering the ills of abandonment and tragedy. on Post-Conflict Reconstruction visiting Iraq, zations oppose the IRS proposal and have ex- However, today I share with you a new story members of Congress should visit as well. In pressed their strong support for this important of a family reunited through the strength and my opinion, it would make sense for the chair- consumer protection legislation I am intro- persistence of the bonds of blood. What man and ranking member—or their des- ducing today: Citizens for Tax Justice, Con- began as a random search for a replacement ignees—of the following committees to travel sumer Federation of America, Consumers birth certificate ended in the reunification of to Iraq: Union, National Consumer Law Center, Na- brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grandmothers, House and Senate Armed Services commit- tional Consumers League. grandfathers and countless grandchildren. tees; Two pilot projects were authorized by Con- Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to once again House International Relations Committee; gress to test private collection of tax debt for recognize Paul, Earl, Sarah, Don, Anna, and Senate Foreign Relations Committee; and 1996 and 1997. The 1996 pilot was such a James as they celebrate family and enjoy the House and Senate Appropriations commit- failure that the 1997 project was cancelled. rewards of faith and persistence. As I said tees. Contractors violated the Fair Debt Collection eight months ago before this body, their story Members should spend time in all parts of Practices Act (FDCPA) and did not protect the is one of great satisfaction and inspiration. I Iraq. Obviously safety and security are issues security of personal taxpayer information. An wish them all the best as an old family is re- that must be considered, but the trips could be IRS Internal Audit Report found that contrac- united in Colorado. tors made hundreds of calls to taxpayers dur- made in small groups without publicity. The f only way to get a feel for what is happening ing times prohibited by the FDCPA, and that is by visiting the towns and cities and talking calls were even placed as early as 4:19 a.m. PERSONAL EXPLANATION to the people living there. The Administration’s proposal to privatize In addition to meeting with military com- tax collection services flies in the face of Sec- HON. PAUL RYAN manders, these members or their designees tion 1204 of the IRS Reform and Restructuring OF WISCONSIN Act of 1998, which specifically prevents IRS should meet with Ambassador L. Paul Bremer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES III, the civilian administrator of Iraq, and other employees from being evaluated on the basis Monday, June 9, 2003 officials from the Office of Reconstruction and of the amount of taxes they collect in order to Humanitarian Assistance (ORHA)-now called eliminate incentives to use overly aggressive Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I was the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA)– tax collection techniques. Despite concerns absent for legislative business last week from USAID officials, and representatives from the about aggressive collection techniques, the June 2, 2003 through June 5, 2003 due to the NGO community and other international aid Administration now wants to pay private debt birth of my son, Charles Wilson Ryan on Fri- organizations. Meetings with Iraqi citizens also collectors $3.25 billion in commissions to col- day, May 30, 2003, As a result, I missed roll- should be set up. lect taxes that IRS employees could collect for call votes 227 through 248. Congress needs to be involved in-and kept roughly one-tenth of that amount. Had I been present, I would have voted up-to-date on-the reconstruction of Iraq. Clear- Paying private debt collectors on a commis- ‘‘yea’’ on the following rollcall votes: ly, there is a great deal at stake for the United sion basis will be costly and will threaten the 227, H. Res. 159, Expressing the Profound States in Iraq. The reconstruction effort is rights and privacy of the American taxpayers. Sorrow on the Occasion of the Death of Irma going to be long and arduous. No one is naive We must ensure, as this resolution seeks to Rangel; enough to believe it is going to happen over- do, that federal tax collection functions will not 228, H. Res. 195, Congratulating Sammy night. Nor is anyone naive enough to think be handed over to private sector bounty hunt- Sosa of the Chicago Cubs for hitting 500 that it is not going to come without problems ers. Our constituents deserve that assurance. Major League Home Runs; and challenges. Mr. Speaker, American taxpayers need to 229, H.R. 1465, Designating the facility of Yet, if Congress is not involved, the Bush know that their government works for them, the United State Postal Service in Iron Station, Administration is going to be left without a not against them. I urge this Congress to pass North Carolina as the ‘‘General Charles Ga- partner in rebuilding Iraq. The Congress is the the Taxpayer Abuse Prevention Resolution of briel Post Office’’; Bush Administration’s greatest ally. There 2003. 230, S. 222, the Zuni Indian Tribe Water should be nothing to hide. And after my trip, f Rights Settlement Act; I believe there is great deal to tell-much of it HONORING PAUL LINN, SR., EARL 231, S. 273, the Grand Teton National Park positive. CANTOR, SARAH CRISPIN, DON Land Exchange Act; We must, however, be realistic. We have a CANTOR, ANNA MAE PORTER, 234, H.J. Res. 4, Proposing an Amendment long, long way to go in the reconstruction of AND JAMES DAUGHERTY to the Constitution of the United States Au- Iraq. We have won the war, and we must be thorizing the Congress to Prohibit the Physical careful not to lose the peace. Failure cannot Desecration of the Flag of the United States; HON. SCOTT McINNIS 235, H. Res. 231, Supporting the Goals of be an option. A well developed plan for recon- OF COLORADO Peace Officers Memorial Day; struction is imperative and congressional in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES volvement will help the Bush Administration 236. H. Res. 257, Providing for Consider- from steering off course as it works to rebuild Monday, June 9, 2003 ation of H.R. 760, The Partial-Birth Abortion Iraq. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is always a Ban Act; f pleasure to have the chance to come before 237, H. Con. Res. 177, Recognizing and this body with a story of great hope and inspi- commending the members of the U.S. Armed ON THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ration. I am proud to stand before this body Forces, and the allies of the United States and TAXPAYER ABUSE PREVENTION today to update you on the remarkable story their armed forces, who participate in Oper- RESOLUTION OF 2003 of a family that I first brought to your attention ation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and back in October. Paul Linn Sr., Earl Cantor, Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq and the dedi- HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN Sarah Crispin, Don Cantor, Anna Mae Porter, cation of military families and countless others OF MARYLAND and James Daugherty have traveled great dis- for their support; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tances and overcome many obstacles to re- 238, H. Res. 201, expressing the sense of unite for the first time in 67 years. On Satur- the House of Representatives that our Na- Monday, June 9, 2003 day, these fine individuals will meet face-to- tion’s businesses and business owners should Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker today I am face, reuniting as a family. Though they were be commended for their support of our troops introducing the Taxpayer Abuse Prevention separated from a young age, the dedication and their families as they serve our country in Resolution of 2003, a resolution expressing and love that they have shown in searching many ways, especially in these days of in- the sense of Congress that private sector debt each other out is truly inspirational. I pay trib- creased engagement of our military around collection agencies should not be paid on a ute to them again today for the dedication and the world; commission basis or as a percent of the resilience that has brought them together for 239, H.R. 1954, Armed Forces Naturaliza- amount of federal taxes they collect. this weekend of celebration. tion Act; The Internal Revenue Service has proposed Eight months ago, I relayed to you the re- 242, H.R. 760, The Partial-Birth Abortion paying private debt collectors a 25 percent markable story of this family. It is a story of a Ban Act;

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243, H. Res. 256, Providing for the consid- receive the increased child tax credit they cosponsors Messrs. COBLE and CONYERS, all eration of H.R. 1474, Check Clearing for the were denied. This House lacks the right prior- Korean War veterans, submitted a resolution 21st Century Act; ities. I will continue to use my vote to speak recognizing and supporting the goals and 244, H. Res. 258, On Ordering the Previous out until we finally include all Americans, not ideals of the Year of the Korean War Veteran. Question for the consideration of S. 222, Zuni just the well off, in the tax bill. I am pleased today to introduce this bill and Indian Tribe Water Rights and Settlement Act f honor those who fought courageously and and S. 273, Grand Teton National Park Land Exchange Act; PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE HOTEL fearlessly for our country and our cause. 245, H. Res. 258, On Agreeing to the Reso- COLORADO This year marks the final year of the United lution for the consideration of S. 222, Zuni In- States’ 50th Anniversary of the Korean War dian Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act and S. HON. SCOTT McINNIS Commemoration and the 50th year of the Ar- 273, Grand Teton National Park Land Ex- OF COLORADO mistice. The commemoration period began on change Act; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 25, 2000, marking the 50th anniversary 246, H.R. 1474, Check Clearing for the 21st Monday, June 9, 2003 of the invasion of South Korea, and will con- Century Act; 247, S. 222, Zuni Indian Tribe Water Rights Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to tinue through Veteran’s Day 2003. Efforts are Settlement Act; rise before this body of Congress today to currently under way to designate 2003 as the 248, S. 273, Grand Teton National Park honor a historic landmark in my district. The Year of the Korean War Veteran. incomparable Hotel Colorado celebrates its Land Exchange Act. Just a few years after the war to end all 110th birthday this weekend, and I am hon- Had I been present, I would have voted wars, Korea was, in many ways, the first re- ored to inform my colleagues here today of ‘‘nay’’ on the following rollcall votes: minder that America must remain the world’s 232, S. 763, Birch Bayh Federal Building some of the history behind this amazing facil- and United States Courthouse Designation ity. leading force for peace, prosperity and free- Act; The Hotel Colorado was completed in 1893 dom. 233, Substitute Amendment offered by Mr. at a cost of $850,000, an enormous sum of Called to defend freedom and fight back WATT to H.J. Res. 4, Proposing an Amend- money in those days. It was one of the first forces of communism, 1,800,000 Americans ment to the Constitution of the United States hotels in the country to be completely outfitted gallantly participated in the Korean War. The Authorizing the Congress to Prohibit the Phys- with, what was at the time, an amazing new United States suffered 36,577 dead and ical Desecration of the Flag of the United technology—electricity. The hotel included a 103,284 wounded in some of the most horrific great courtyard fountain modeled after the one States; conditions in the history of warfare. The serv- 240, Substitute Amendment offered by Mr. at the 1889 World’s Fair, shooting water 185 ice and sacrifices of our Korean War veterans GREENWOOD to H.R. 760, Partial Birth Abortion feet in the air, along with a grand staircase. Ban Act; Many famous figures stayed at the Hotel 50 years ago saved a nation from communist 241, Motion to Recommit with Instructions to Colorado, including Teddy Roosevelt, Herbert enslavement and gave South Korea the op- H.R. 760, Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act. Hoover, and William Howard Taft. A few infa- portunity to develop and flourish under free- f mous characters such as Al Capone, Diamond dom and democracy. Jack Alterie, and Doc Holliday overnighted This resolution: declares to the Nation and ZUNI INDIAN TRIBE WATER there too, as did singer Dinah Shore and leg- RIGHTS SETTLEMENT ACT OF 2003 the world that the American people will never endary Titanic survivor Molly Brown. forget our veterans or those who served our On a couple of occasions the revered hotel Nation on the home front during the Korean HON. BETTY McCOLLUM didn’t function as a hotel at all. During World OF MINNESOTA War II, the U.S. Navy used the hotel as a con- War; recognizes and supports the goals and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES valescent hospital. In 1961, when a local ideals of 2003 as the Year of the Korean War Monday, June 9, 2003 school was condemned, the school district Veteran; requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the Mr. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I support S. converted the hotel into a junior high school. United States to observe the Year of the Ko- 222, the Zuni Indian Tribe Water Rights Settle- Mr. Speaker, the Hotel Colorado has a spot rean War Veteran with appropriate ceremonies ment Act of 2003, and S. 273, the Grand in both the national Register of Historic Places Teton National Park Land Exchange Act. Un- and the hearts of thousands of people world- and activities to thank, honor, remember and fortunately, House Republican leaders con- wide who experienced its beauty and splen- welcome home our Korean War veterans; and tinue to refuse to schedule debate on legisla- dor. The hotel has a special place in my heart urges the chief executive officers of the tion that would include all low-income Ameri- since I have an office located there. I am truly States, and the chief executive officers of the cans in last month’s tax bill. The only way to honored to recognize the Hotel Colorado and political subdivisions of the States, to each get their attention is to vote against these to offer my congratulations on 110 years of issue a proclamation calling upon their citizens measures. Although I don’t want to oppose outstanding service. to ‘‘Pause to Remember’’ our Korean War vet- these bills today, it is the only way to show f erans, their families and next of kin with ap- House leaders that we must extend child tax INTRODUCTION OF THE KOREAN propriate activities. credits to all families now. WAR COMMEMORATION RESOLU- Sadly, the Korean War is sometimes re- It is an outrage that the House would con- TION ferred to as the ‘‘Forgotten War.’’ May this res- sider legislation under suspension of the rules olution, along with the Korean War commemo- while millions of families continue to be left out HON. SAM JOHNSON of the $350 billion tax cut. The tax bill that ration activities taking place this year, send a OF TEXAS clear message to the world that the United passed last month failed to extend child tax IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES relief to all low-income children and families. States will never forget. Freedom is not free Fixing this omission must be our first priority. Monday, June 9, 2003 . . . should this great country wish to pre- This House lacks the leadership to ensure Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, serve its freedom, we must remember those that the working parents of 19 million children on June 9, 2003, I, along with Mr. RANGEL and who have paid the ultimate price.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09JN8.031 E09PT1 E1182 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 9, 2003 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS viding authorization for the construc- Willow Flycatcher and the Yosemite Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, tion of a rural health care facility on Toad, and H.R. 622, to provide for the the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation, exchange of certain lands in the agreed to by the Senate on February 4, North Dakota. Coconino and Tonto National Forests 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- SR–485 in Arizona. tem for a computerized schedule of all 2:30 p.m. SD–366 meetings and hearings of Senate com- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Commerce, Science, and Transportation mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- Competition, Foreign Commerce, and In- Science, Technology, and Space Sub- tees, and committees of conference. frastructure Subcommittee committee This title requires all such committees To hold hearings to examine reauthoriza- To hold hearings to examine issues relat- to notify the Office of the Senate Daily tion of the Federal Trade Commission. ing to cloning. Digest—designated by the Rules com- SR–253 SR–253 mittee—of the time, place, and purpose JUNE 12 JUNE 13 of the meetings, when scheduled, and 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. any cancellations or changes in the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs meetings as they occur. To hold hearings to examine global over- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- As an additional procedure along fishing. tions of Nicholas Gregory Mankiw, of with the computerization of this infor- SR–253 Massachusetts, to be a Member of the mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Foreign Relations Council of Economic Advisers, Steven Digest will prepare this information for To hold hearings to examine repercus- B. Nesmith, of Pennsylvania, to be an printing in the Extensions of Remarks sions of Iraq stabilization and recon- Assistant Secretary of Housing and struction policies. Urban Development, Jose Teran, of section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD SD–419 Florida, Lane Carson, of Louisiana, and on Monday and Wednesday of each Judiciary Paul Pate, of Iowa, each to be a Mem- week. Business meeting to consider pending ber of the Board of Directors of the Na- Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, calendar business, to be immediately tional Institute of Building Sciences. June 10, 2003 may be found in the Daily followed by a Subcommittee on Con- SD–538 Digest of today’s RECORD. stitution, Civil Rights and Property MEETINGS SCHEDULED Rights business meeting to consider JUNE 17 S.J. Res. 1, proposing an amendment to 9:30 a.m. the Constitution of the United States Rules and Administration JUNE 11 to protect the rights of crime victims. To hold hearings to examine Senate Res- 9 a.m. SD–226 olution 151, requiring public disclosure Governmental Affairs 10 a.m. of notices of objections (holds) to pro- Investigations Subcommittee Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry ceedings to motions or measures in the To hold hearings to examine patient To hold hearings to examine the Depart- Senate. safety, focusing on instilling hospitals ment of Agriculture’s implementation SR–301 with a culture of continuous improve- of the Agricultural Risk Protection 10 a.m. ment. Act of 2000 and related crop insurance Governmental Affairs SD–342 issues. Business meeting to consider pending 9:30 a.m. SR–328A calendar items. Judiciary Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs SD–342 To hold hearings to examine the nomina- To hold hearings to examine expanding tions of William H. Pryor, Jr., of Ala- homeownership opportunities. JUNE 18 bama, to be United States Circuit SD–538 9:30 a.m. Judge for the Eleventh Circuit, and 2 p.m. Governmental Affairs Diane M. Stuart, of Utah, to be Direc- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions To hold hearings to examine the nomina- tor of the Violence Against Women Of- To hold hearings to examine certain tions of Fern Flanagan Saddler, Judith fice, Department of Justice. issues relative to TWA/American Air- Nan Macaluso, Joseph Michael Francis SD–266 line workforce integration. Ryan III, and Jerry Stewart Byrd, all Appropriations SD–430 of the District of Columbia, each to be Labor, Health and Human Services, and 2:30 p.m. an Associate Judge of the Superior Education Subcommittee Energy and Natural Resources Court of the District of Columbia. To hold hearings to examine health care Public Lands and Forests Subcommittee SD–342 access and affordability, focusing on To hold hearings to examine S. 434, to 10 a.m. cost containment strategies. authorize the Secretary of Agriculture Indian Affairs SD–124 to sell or exchange all or part of cer- To hold oversight hearings to examine Joint Economic Committee tain parcels of National Forest System Native American sacred places. To hold joint hearings to examine issues land in the State of Idaho and use the SR–485 relating to Iraq’s economy. proceeds derived from the sale or ex- SD–628 change for National Forest System JUNE 19 10 a.m. purposes, S. 435, to provide for the con- Appropriations veyance by the Secretary of Agri- 10 a.m. District of Columbia Subcommittee culture of the Sandpoint Federal Build- Governmental Affairs To hold hearings to examine the District ing and adjacent land in Sandpoint, To hold hearings to conduct an initial re- of Columbia’s local budget request. Idaho, S. 490, to direct the Secretary of view of the ULLICO matter, focusing SD–192 Agriculture to convey certain land in on self-dealing and breach of duty. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions the Lake Tahoe Basin Management SD–342 Business meeting to consider S. 648, to Unit, Nevada, to the Secretary of the 2:30 p.m. amend the Public Health Service Act Interior, in trust for the Washoe Indian Energy and Natural Resources with respect to health professions pro- Tribe of Nevada and California, H.R. Public Lands and Forests Subcommittee grams regarding the practice of phar- 762, to amend the Federal Land Policy To hold oversight hearings to examine macy, proposed legislation entitled and Management Act of 1976 and the grazing programs of the Bureau of ‘‘Greater Access to Affordable Pharma- Mineral Leasing Act to clarify the Land Management and the Forest ceuticals Act’’, and pending nomina- method by which the Secretary of the Service, focusing on grazing permit re- tions. Interior and the Secretary of Agri- newal, BLM’s potential changes to SD–430 culture determine the fair market grazing regulations, range monitoring, Indian Affairs value of certain rights-of-way granted, drought, and other grazing issues. To hold hearings to examine the nomina- issued, or renewed under these Acts, S. SD–366 tion of Charles W. Grim, of Oklahoma, 1111, to provide suitable grazing ar- to be Director of the Indian Health rangements on National Forest System JUNE 21 Service, Department of Health and land to persons that hold a grazing per- 10 a.m. Human Services, to be followed by mit adversely affected by the standards Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs hearings on S. 1146, to implement the and guidelines contained in the RECORD To hold oversight hearings to examine a recommendations of the Garrison Unit of Decision of the Sierra Nevada Forest national export strategy. Tribal Advisory Committee by pro- Plan Amendment and pertaining to the SD–538

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VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:35 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\M09JN8.000 E09PT1 Monday, June 9, 2003 Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action Measures Passed: National Oceans Week: Committee on the Judi- Routine Proceedings, pages S7511–S7560 ciary was discharged from further consideration of S. Measures Introduced: Twelve bills and three reso- Con. Res. 49, designating the week of June 9, 2003, lutions were introduced, as follows: S. 1206–1217, S. as National Oceans Week and urging the President Res. 162, and S. Con. Res. 50–51. Pages S7540–41 to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of Measures Reported: the United States to observe this week with appro- S. 239, to amend the Public Health Service Act priate recognition, programs, ceremonies, and activi- to add requirements regarding trauma care. (S. Rept. ties to further ocean literacy, education, and explo- No. 108–59) Page S7540 ration, and the resolution was then agreed to. S. 246, to provide that certain Bureau of Land Pages S7558–59 Management land shall be held in trust for the Commending University of Virginia Men’s La- Pueblo of Santa Clara and the Pueblo of San crosse Team: Committee on the Judiciary was dis- Ildefonso in the State of New Mexico, with amend- charged from further consideration of S. Res. 158, ments. (S. Rept. No. 108–60) Page S7540 S. 500, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to commending the University of Virginia Cavaliers study certain sites in the historic district of Beaufort, men’s lacrosse team for winning the 2003 NCAA South Carolina, relating to the Reconstruction Era, Division I Men’s Lacrosse Championship, and the with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. (S. resolution was then agreed to, after agreeing to the Page S7559 Rept. No. 108–61) Page S7540 following amendment proposed thereto: S. 520, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior McConnell (for Allen) Amendment No. 870, in to convey certain facilities to the Fremont-Madison the nature of the substitute. Page S7559 Irrigation District in the State of Idaho. (S. Rept. Energy Policy Act: Senate resumed consideration of No. 108–62) Page S7540 S. 14, to enhance the energy security of the United S. 625, to authorize the Bureau of Reclamation to States, taking action on the following amendments conduct certain feasibility studies in the Tualatin proposed thereto: Pages S7515–27 River Basin in Oregon, with an amendment. (S. Adopted: Rept. No. 108–63) Page S7540 Bingaman Amendment No. 867, to ensure contin- S. 635, to amend the National Trails System Act ued availability of natural gas. Pages S7526–27 to require the Secretary of the Interior to update the Pending: feasibility and suitability studies of four national his- Campbell/Domenici Amendment No. 864, to re- toric trails, with an amendment in the nature of a place ‘‘tribal consortia’’ with ‘‘tribal energy resource substitute. (S. Rept. No. 108–64) Page S7540 H.R. 519, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- development organizations’’. Pages S7515–16 rior to conduct a study of the San Gabriel River Dorgan Amendment No. 865, to require that the Watershed. (S. Rept. No. 108–65) Page S7540 hydrogen commercialization plan of the Department H.R. 733, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- of Energy include a description of activities to sup- rior to acquire the McLoughlin House National His- port certain hydrogen technology deployment goals. toric Site in Oregon City, Oregon, and to administer Pages S7516–26 the site as a unit of the National Park System, with A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- an amendment in the nature of a substitute. (S. viding for further consideration of the bill at 9:30 Rept. No. 108–66) Page S7540 a.m., on Tuesday, June 10, 2003, with 30 minutes H.R. 788, to revise the boundary of the Glen of debate on Dorgan Amendment No. 865 (listed Canyon National Recreation Area in the States of above), with a vote to occur on or in relation to the Utah and Arizona. (S. Rept. No. 108–67) Page S7540 amendment. Page S7559 D626

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Nominations Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- mission performed by the Iraq survey group related lowing nomination: to Iraqi weapons of mass destruction, after receiving By 88 yeas 1 nay (Vote No. Ex. 211), Michael testimony from Stephen A. Cambone, Under Sec- Chertoff, of New Jersey, to be United States Circuit retary of Defense for Intelligence; Vice Admiral Low- Judge for the Third Circuit. Pages S7528–33, S7560 ell E. Jacoby, USN, Director, Defense Intelligence Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- Agency; and Robert Grenier and Ben Bonk, both of lowing nominations: the Central Intelligence Agency. Robert Clive Jones, of Nevada, to be United MEDICARE IMPROVEMENTS States District Judge for the District of Nevada. Phillip S. Figa, of Colorado, to be United States Committee on Finance: on Friday, June 6, 2003, Com- District Judge for the District of Colorado. mittee concluded hearings to examine issues related Jack Landman Goldsmith III, of Virginia, to be to strengthening and improving Medicare, after rean Assistant Attorney General. ceiving testimony from Thomas Scully, Adminis- Christopher A. Wray, of Georgia, to be an Assist- trator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, ant Attorney General. Page S7560 Department of Health and Human Services; Walt Francis, Marilyn Moon, Urban Institute, Wash- Measures Read First Time: Page S7538 ington, D.C.; and Walt Francis, Fairfax, Virginia. Executive Communications: Pages S7538–40 Additional Cosponsors: Page S7541 NOMINATION Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: Committee on the Judiciary: on Friday, June 6, 2003, Pages S7543–56 Committee concluded hearings to examine the nomination of Eduardo Aguirre, Jr., of Texas, to be Di- Additional Statements: Pages S7537–38 rector of the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Amendments Submitted: Pages S7556–57 Services, Department of Homeland Security, after the Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Pages S7557–58 nominee, who was introduced by Senator Cornyn and Representative Jackson-Lee, testified and answered Privilege of the Floor: Page S7558 questions in his own behalf. Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. (Total—211) Pages S7532–33 SENATE RULE XXII Adjournment: Senate met at 12 noon, and ad- Committee on Rules and Administration: on Thursday, journed at 6:49 p.m., until 9:30 a.m., on Tuesday, June 5, 2003, Committee concluded hearings to ex- June 10, 2003. (For Senate’s program, see the re- amine Senate Rule XXII, relating to the consider- marks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s ation of nominations requiring the advice and con- Record on page S7560.) sent of the Senate, and proposals to amend the Rule, including S. Res. 138, after receiving testimony from Committee Meetings Senators Frist, Kennedy, Miller, and Cornyn; John C. Eastman, Chapman University School of Law, Or- (Committees not listed did not meet) ange, California, on behalf of Claremont Institute Center for Constitutional Jurisprudence; Michael J. IRAQ SURVEY GROUP Gerhardt, William and Mary School of Law, Wil- Committee on Armed Services: on Friday, June 6, 2003, liamsburg, Virginia; and Douglas W. Kmiec, Catho- Committee concluded closed hearings to examine the lic University of America School of Law, Wash- mission of the 75th Exploitation Task Force and the ington, D.C. h House of Representatives Chamber Action Additional Cosponsors: Page H5089 Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: Measures Introduced:6 public bills, H.R. Filed on June 5, H.R. 1460, to amend title 38, 2391–2396; 3 resolutions, H. Con. Res. 212–213, United States Code, to permit the use of education and H. Res. 262 were introduced. Page H5088 benefits under such title for certain entrepreneurship

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:30 Jun 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D09JN3.REC D09JN3 D628 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST June 9, 2003 courses, to permit veterans enrolled in a vocational vote of 383 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. rehabilitation program under chapter 31 of such title 251)—clearing the measure for the President. to have self-employment as a vocational goal, amend- Pages H5052–53, H5055–56 ed (H. Rept. 108–142 Pt. 1); Senate Message: Message received from the Senate Filed on June 6, H.R. 2115, to amend title 49, today appear on page H5047. United States Code, to reauthorize programs for the Federal Aviation Administration, amended (H. Rept. Quorum Calls—Votes: Three yea-and-nay votes 108–143). and recorded vote developed during the proceedings H.R. 1115, to amend the procedures that apply to of the House today and appear on pages H5054, consideration of interstate class actions to assure fair- H5054–55, and H5055–56. There were no quorum er outcomes for class members and defendants, to calls. outlaw certain practices that provide inadequate set- Adjournment: The House met at 12:30 p.m. and tlements for class members, to assure that attorneys adjourned at 11.59 p.m. do not receive a disproportionate amount of settlements at the expense of class members, to provide Committee Meetings for clearer and simpler information in class action EPA—DEPARTMENT LEVEL STATUS settlement notices, to assure prompt consideration of interstate class actions, to amend title 28, United Committee on Government Reform: On June 6, the Sub- States Code, to allow the application of the prin- committee on Energy Policy, Natural Resources and ciples of Federal diversity jurisdiction to interstate Regulatory Affairs held a hearing on ‘‘Elevation of class actions, amended (H. Rept. 108–144); and the Environmental Protection Agency to Department H. Res. 263, providing for consideration of H.R. Level Status: H.R. 37, and H.R. 2138 (Department 2143, to prevent the use of certain bank instruments of Environmental Protection Act).’’ Testimony was for unlawful Internet gambling (H. Rept. 108–145). heard from public witnesses. Page H5088 BIOSHIELD—EFFORTS TO DEVELOP BIO- Speaker pro Tempore: Read a letter from the WARFARE COUNTERMEASURES Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Issa to Select Committee on Homeland Security: On June 6, the act as Speaker Pro Tempore for today. Page H5047 Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Bioshield: Les- Recess: The House recessed at 12:44 and reconvened sons from Current Efforts to Develop Bio-Warfare at 2 p.m and the House recessed at 2:31 p.m. and Countermeasures.’’ Testimony was heard from the reconvened at 6:30 p.m. Pages H5048, H5053–54 following officials of the Department of Health and Human Services: John Ring La Montagne, M.D., Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules Deputy Director, National Institute of Allergy and and pass the following measures: Infectious Diseases, NIH; and Ali Khan, M.D., Chief Walt Disney Post Office Building, Marcelling, Science Officer, Parasitic Diseases, National Center Missouri: H.R. 1610, to redesignate the facility of for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control the United States Postal Service located at 120 East and Prevention. Ritchie Avenue in Marcelling, Missouri, as the UNLAWFUL INTERNET GAMBLING ‘‘Walt Disney Post Office Building’’ (agreed to by FUNDING PROHIBITION ACT yea-and-nay vote of 384 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay,’’ Roll No. 249); Pages H5049–50, H5054 Committee on Rules: Granted, by voice vote, a structured rule providing 1 hour of general debate on Honoring Dayton, Ohio and the Centennial of H.R. 2143, Unlawful Internet Gambling Funding Wilbur and Orville Wright’s First Flight: H. Con. Prohibition Act. The rule makes in order only those Res. 162, honoring the city of Dayton, Ohio, and its amendments printed in the Rules Committee report many partners, for hosting ‘‘Inventing Flight: The accompanying the resolution. The rule provides that Centennial Celebration’’, a celebration of the centen- the amendments printed in the report may be con- nial of Wilbur and Orville Wright’s first flight sidered only in the order printed in the report, may (agreed to by yea-and-nay vote of 378 yeas to 3 nays, be offered only by a Member designated in the re- Roll No. 250); and Pages H5050–52, H5054–55 port, shall be considered as read, shall be debatable Birch Bayh Federal Building and United States for the time specified in the report equally divided Courthouse, Indianapolis, Indiana: S. 763, to des- and controlled by the proponent and an opponent, ignate the Federal building and United States court- shall not be subject to amendment, and shall not be house located at 46 East Ohio Street in Indianapolis, subject to a demand for a division of the question Indiana, as the ‘‘Birch Bayh Federal Building and in the House or in the Committee of the Whole. United States Courthouse’’ (agreed to by yea-and-nay The rule waives all points of order against the

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(Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Committee on Government Reform, Subcommittee on Gov- ernment Efficiency and Financial Management, oversight Senate hearing on ‘‘Fixing the Financials-Featuring USDA and Committee on Armed Services: to hold closed hearings to Education,’’ 2 p.m., 2154 Rayburn. examine certain intelligence programs, 9:30 a.m., S–407, Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Capitol. Intergovernmental Relations and the Census, oversight Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: to hearing entitled ‘‘Geospatial Information: A Progress Re- hold hearings to examine the Administration’s proposal port on Improving Our Nation’s Man-Related Data Infra- for reauthorization of the Federal Public Transportation structure,’’ 10 a.m., 2154 Rayburn. Program, 10 a.m., SD–538. Committee on International Relations, hearing on Renew- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: to ing OPIC and Reviewing Its Role in Support of Key U.S. hold hearings to examine reauthorization of the Federal Foreign Policy Priorities, 10:30 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 9:30 a.m., SR–253. Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific, hearing on Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Subcommittee Recent Developments in Southeast Asia; followed by on National Parks, to hold hearings to examine S. 499, markup of the following measures: H.R. 2330, Burmese to authorize the American Battle Monuments Commis- Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003; and H. Res. 199, sion to establish in the State of Louisiana a memorial to calling on the Government of the People’s Republic of honor the Buffalo Soldiers, S. 546, to provide for the pro- China immediately and unconditionally to release Dr. tection of paleontological resources on Federal lands, S. Yang Jianli, calling on the President of the United States 643, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior, in coopera- to continue working on behalf of Dr. Yang Jianli for his tion with the University of New Mexico, to construct and release, 1:30 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. occupy a portion of the Hibben Center for Archaeological Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Courts, the Research at the University of New Mexico, S. 677, to re- Internet and Intellectual Property, hearing on H.R. 2391, vise the boundary of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Cooperative Research and Technology Enhancement National Park and Gunnison Gorge National Conserva- (CREATE) Act of 2003, 10 a.m., 2141 Rayburn. tion Area in the State of Colorado, S. 1060 and H.R. Committee on Rules, to consider H.R. 2115, Flight 1577, bills to designate the visitor center in Organ Pipe National Monument in Arizona as the ‘‘Kris Eggle Vis- 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act, 5 p.m., itor Center’’, H.R. 255, to authorize the Secretary of the H–313 Capitol. Interior to grant an easement to facilitate access to the Committee on Science, Subcommittee on Energy, hearing Lewis and Clark Interpretative Center in Nebraska City, on The Future of University Nuclear Science and Engi- Nebraska, and H.R. 1012, to establish the Carter G. neering Programs, 10 a.m., 2318 Rayburn. Woodson Home National Historic Site in the District of Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- Columbia, 2:30 p.m., SD–366. committee on Railroads, oversight hearing on New Tech- Committee on Environment and Public Works: Sub- nologies in Railroad Safety, 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. committee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Water, to hold Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, to continue hearings on hearings to examine the current regulatory and legal sta- past and present efforts to identify and eliminate fraud, tus of federal jurisdiction of navigable waters under the waste, abuse and mismanagement in programs adminis- Clean Water Act, focusing on issues raised by the Su- tered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, 10 a.m., preme Court in Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook 334 Cannon. County v. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers No. 99–1178, Committee on Ways and Means, Subcommittee on Trade, 10 a.m., SD–406. hearing on Implementation of the U.S. Bilateral Free Trade Agreements with Chile and Singapore, 1 p.m., House 1100 Longworth. Committee on Education and Labor, to mark up the following bills: H.R. 438, Teacher Recruitment and Reten- Joint Meetings tion Act of 2003; and H.R. 2211, Ready to Teach Act, Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: to hold 10:30 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. hearings to examine internally displaced persons in the Committee on Energy and Commerce, hearing entitled Caucasus Region and Southeastern Anatolia, 2 p.m., 334 ‘‘Natural Gas Supply and Demand Issues,’’ 10 a.m., 2123 Cannon Building. Rayburn.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 10 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 10

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Tuesday: Senate will continue consideration of Program for Tuesday: Consideration of suspensions: S. 14, Energy Policy Act, with 30 minutes of debate on Dor- (1) S.J. Res. 8, Expressing the sense of Congress with respect gan Amendment No. 865, with a vote to occur on or in rela- to the prevention of sexual assault in the United States and tion to the amendment. supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault (Senate will recess from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. for their re- Awareness and Prevention Month; spective party conferences.) (2) H.R. 1529, Involuntary Bankruptcy Improvement Act; (3) H.R. 1086, Standards Development Organization Ad- vancement Act; (4) H. Res. 252, Expressing the sense of the House of Rep- resentatives supporting the United States in its efforts within the WTO to end the European Union‘s protectionist and dis- criminatory trade practices regarding agriculture biotechnology; (5) H. Con. Res. 110, Recognizing the sequencing of the human genome as one of the most significant scientific accomplishments of the past one hundred years; (6) H.R. 2030, Patsy Takemoto Mink Post Office Building Designation Act; and (7) H.R. 925, Cesar Chavez Post Office Redesignation Act; and Consideration of H.R. 2143, Unlawful Internet Gambling Funding Prohibition Act (structured rule, one hour of debate).

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Johnson, Sam, Tex., E1181 Payne, Donald M., N.J., E1173 Lewis, Ron, Ky., E1178 Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana, Fla., E1173 Ackerman, Gary L., N.Y., E1177 McCollum, Betty, Minn., E1181 Ryan, Paul, Wisc., E1180 Bordallo, Madeleine Z., Guam, E1177 McInnis, Scott, Colo., E1173, E1174, E1175, E1176, Van Hollen, Chris, Md., E1180 Costello, Jerry F., Ill., E1176 E1176, E1177, E1178, E1178, E1180, E1181 Wolf, Frank R., Va., E1173, E1178 Filner, Bob, Calif., E1174, E1175 Meek, Kendrick B., Fla., E1174, E1176 Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E1174, E1175, E1176 Miller, Jeff, Fla., E1178

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