Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 112 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 112 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

Vol. 157 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2011 No. 120 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was 375, the Journal of the last day’s pro- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, called to order by the Speaker pro tem- ceedings is approved. ETC. pore (Mr. WOLF). f Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive f PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE communications were taken from the Speaker’s table and referred as follows: DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER The SPEAKER pro tempore. The PRO TEMPORE Chair will lead the House in the Pledge 2699. A letter from the Congressional Re- view Coordinator, Department of Agri- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- of Allegiance. The SPEAKER pro tempore led the culture, transmitting the Department’s final fore the House the following commu- rule — Movement of Hass Avocados From Pledge of Allegiance as follows: nication from the Speaker: Areas Where Mediterranean Fruit Fly or I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the South American Fruit Fly Exist [Docket WASHINGTON, DC, United States of America, and to the Repub- August 2, 2011. No.: APHIS-2010-0127] (RIN: 0579-AD34) re- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, ceived July 25, 2011, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. I hereby appoint the Honorable FRANK R. indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- WOLF to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. f culture. 2700. A letter from the Manager, BioPre- JOHN A. BOEHNER, COMMUNICATION FROM THE Speaker of the House of Representatives. ferred Program, Department of Agriculture, CLERK OF THE HOUSE transmitting the Department’s final rule — f The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- Designation of Biobased Items for Federal PRAYER fore the House the following commu- Procurement (RIN: 0503-AA36) received July nication from the Clerk of the House of 25, 2011, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick Representatives: the Committee on Agriculture. J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: 2701. A letter from the Staff Director, Com- OFFICE OF THE CLERK, mission on Civil Rights, transmitting notifi- Dear Lord, we give You thanks for HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, giving us another day. cation that the Commission recently ap- Washington, DC, August 2, 2011. pointed members to the New Hampshire Ad- In the wake of a long and difficult Hon. JOHN A. BOEHNER, visory Committee; to the Committee on the day, we ask Your blessing on the Mem- The Speaker, House of Representatives, Judiciary. bers of this people’s House as they re- Washington, DC. 2702. A letter from the Assistant Attorney DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- turn to their homes for a much needed General, Department of Justice, transmit- mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of ting the Annual Report to Congress on the rest. Their burden has been heavy. Give the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- them rest and recovery that they tives, the Clerk received the following mes- implementation, enforcement, and prosecu- might return with renewed energy and sage from the Secretary of the Senate on Au- tion of registration requirements under Sec- purpose to take on the responsibility of gust 2, 2011 at 9:35 a.m.: tion 635 of the Adam Walsh Child Protection That the Senate passed without amend- and Safety Act of 2006 (Pub.L. 109-248) leading our great Nation. (AWA); to the Committee on the Judiciary. We pray as well for their constitu- ment H.R. 2715. That the Senate passed S. 1466. 2703. A letter from the Assistant Attorney encies. May the American people be Appointments: General, Department of Justice, transmit- grateful and hopeful that together we United States Commission on Civil Rights. ting to Congress proposals to address the epi- might move toward a brighter future. With best wishes, I am, demic of domestic violence against Native Whatever emerges, increase our faith Sincerely, women; to the Committee on the Judiciary. KAREN L. HAAS. in the constitutional processes that f f have carried our Nation to the great- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ness it has experienced and which, we ADJOURNMENT hope, continues to be a lantern shining Under clause 2 of rule XII, public The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- bills and resolutions of the following on a hill. ant to section 4 of House Resolution May all that is done today be for titles were introduced and severally re- 375, no legislative business will be con- ferred, as follows: Your greater honor and glory. ducted on this day. Pursuant to section By Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky (for himself Amen. 3 of that resolution, the House stands and Mr. DOGGETT): f adjourned until 10 a.m. on Friday, Au- H.R. 2790. A bill to amend part B of title IV gust 5, 2011. THE JOURNAL of the Social Security Act to extend the Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 3 min- child and family services program through The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- utes a.m.), the House adjourned until fiscal year 2016, and for other purposes; to ant to section 5 of House Resolution Friday, August 5, 2011, at 10 a.m. the Committee on Ways and Means.

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Vol. 157 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2011 No. 120 Senate The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was Mrs. SHAHEEN thereupon assumed move to concur in the House amend- called to order by the Honorable the chair as Acting President pro tem- ment to S. 365. JEANNE SHAHEEN, a Senator from the pore. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- State of New Hampshire. f pore. The motion is pending. Mr. REID. Madam President, Senator PRAYER RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY MCCONNELL and I have completed our The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- LEADER statements. fered the following prayer: The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Let us pray. pore. The majority leader is recog- pore. The Senator from Tennessee. Give ear to our prayers, Eternal God, nized. Mr. ALEXANDER. I ask unanimous and guide us like a shepherd leads a f consent to speak for 10 minutes under flock. Turn us toward You, as You the time allocated to the Republican cause Your face to shine so that we SCHEDULE side. shall be saved. Feed our lawmakers Mr. REID. Madam President, fol- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- with the bread of wisdom so that they lowing any leader remarks, I will make pore. Without objection, it is so or- will accomplish Your purposes. Deliv- a motion to concur in the House mes- dered. ering them from the tyranny of the sage to accompany S. 365, the legisla- Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam President, trivial, may they trust You to guide tive vehicle for the debt limit com- finally, Washington is taking some re- their steps. As they remember the high promise. sponsibility for spending money that price and preciousness of freedom, in- The time until noon will be equally we don’t have. At a time when the Fed- spire them with the relentless and sac- divided and controlled for debate on eral Government is borrowing 40 cents rificial vigilance required to preserve the legislation. of every dollar it spends, this is a wel- it. At noon, the Senate will conduct a come change in behavior. I gladly sup- We pray in Your great Name. Amen. rollcall vote on the motion to concur port it. Make no mistake, this is a f in the House message, with a 60-vote change in behavior—from spend, spend, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE threshold. spend, to cut, cut, cut. Let me give you f one example. The Honorable JEANNE SHAHEEN led On Christmas Eve 2010 Congress the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME raised the debt ceiling and attached to I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- it $1 trillion in new spending over 10 United States of America, and to the Repub- years in the new health care law. This lic for which it stands, one nation under God, pore. Under the previous order, the indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. leadership time is reserved. time, for every dollar we are raising the debt ceiling, we are reducing spend- f f ing by a dollar, not adding to it. This APPOINTMENT OF ACTING AMENDING THE EDUCATION reduction in spending over 10 years is PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE SCIENCES REFORM ACT OF 2002 about $2.4 trillion. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask Here is another example: According clerk will please read a communication the Chair to lay before the Senate the to Senator PORTMAN, who used to be to the Senate from the President pro House message to accompany S. 365. the Nation’s budget director, the CBO tempore (Mr. INOUYE.) The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- would say if Congress did this kind of The assistant legislative clerk read pore. The Chair lays before the Senate dollar-for-dollar reduction for spending as follows: a message from the House, which the every time a President asked us to U.S. SENATE, clerk will report. raise the debt ceiling, we would bal- PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, The assistant legislative clerk read ance the budget in 10 years. Tuesday, August 2, 2011. as follows: Here is another: The Wall Street To the Senate: Resolved that the bill from the Senate (S. Journal reported yesterday that be- Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, 365) entitled ‘‘An Act to make a technical cause of these spending cuts, the dis- of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby amendment to the Education Sciences Re- cretionary part of the budget, which is appoint the Honorable JEANNE SHAHEEN, a form Act of 2002’’ do pass, with an amend- Senator from the State of New Hampshire, about 39 percent of the entire Federal ment. to perform the duties of the Chair. budget, will grow over the next 10 DANIEL K. INOUYE, Mr. REID. Madam President, as pro- years at a little less than the rate of President pro tempore. vided under the previous order, I now inflation. If we could control the rest

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It is time to dent would face if we fail. how we will sequence requests for in- balance the government’s books and But there is another side to the creases in the national debt. I certainly live within our means. story. If this bill passes, we will reduce understand, and am puzzled in some These spending reductions are an im- spending on critical programs. We have ways, by the joint committee’s basic portant step, but they are just one to be honest about it. Fewer children charge to find in 10 weeks anywhere step, and no one should underestimate from poor families will be enrolled in from $1.2 trillion to $1.5 trillion in sav- how difficult the next steps will be. early childhood education. Working ings over the next 10 years—in 10 These spending cuts do almost nothing families and their children will face weeks, these 12 members of the House to restructure Medicare and Social Se- even more debt to pay for a college and Senate are to reach an agreement. curity so that seniors can count on education. Medical research will likely It is a daunting task. them and taxpayers can afford them. be cut. And the list goes on. So from There is one provision I want to call The President’s budget projections where I stand, it is not the clearest to the attention of the Senate. It trou- still double and triple the Federal debt. moral choice. bles me greatly. It is a provision that Under the President’s budget, accord- I spoke to our Chaplain before we requires that the Senate and House of ing to the CBO, in 10 years we will be started the session about a line in Representatives, before December 31 of spending more in interest on the debt Shakespeare I have always struggled to this year vote on a constitutional than we now spend on national defense. understand. It is from Hamlet, and it is amendment to balance the budget. I In January 2013, the very first thing the line in his famous soliloquy, when searched this bill long and hard to find the next President will have to do is to he said: ‘‘Conscience makes cowards of the language of that constitutional ask the Congress to increase the debt us all.’’ amendment because I thought, if we ceiling. This problem wasn’t created This morning, I still cannot clearly are going to have to face the prospect overnight, and it will not be solved articulate what it means, but I feel it— of amending the Constitution, I want overnight. If I were sitting at Union struggling with this conscience ques- to know what the language is. This is Station trying to catch a train to New tion of defaulting on our debt, with all an awesome responsibility. York and someone offered me a ticket of the consequences on innocent people One can read this bill from top to to Philadelphia or Baltimore, I would across America, and passing this bill bottom, and there is not one word of take it, and I would find a way to get with all of the consequences on inno- substance about that amendment. All to New York from there. cent people in America. I have spent it says is, the House and Senate shall Today’s vote is an opportunity to the last year and a half focused on this consider a bill that is a ‘‘joint resolu- take an important step in the right di- debt situation as I have never been fo- tion to amend the Constitution of the rection, toward stopping Washington cused before. I understand it a little United States to balance the budget.’’ from spending money it doesn’t have. better today than I did when I started. End of sentence, end of reference in We should take it and then get ready I have come to the conclusion that if this bill. to find ways to take the next steps. we are going to be honest about our It gets better. Not only do they re- I yield the floor. debt and about reducing it, we have to quire us to take a balanced budget The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- be honest about how it will happen. amendment and fail to include the lan- pore. The Senator from Illinois. Sure, we must cut spending; that is guage of that amendment—listen close- Mr. DURBIN. Madam President, this where we have to start. But we also ly—this bill says there shall be no is a historic vote. It is one that has in- have to understand it goes beyond amendments to the proposed resolution volved a lot of emotion and soul that. in committee in the House or on the searching and a lot of hard work. The We have to be prepared to raise rev- floor of the House, in the committees leaders are on the Senate floor—the enue. In the Bowles-Simpson Commis- of the Senate nor on the floor of the Democratic and Republican leaders of sion and the Gang of 6, I thought we Senate—take it or leave it. the Senate, Senators REID and MCCON- came up with an honest answer to that As I say these words, I can imagine NELL. I salute both of them for working question. It was a balanced approach Robert C. Byrd descending from heav- so hard to bring us to this moment and put everything on the table. Well, en, standing at that desk and waving where we have an opportunity to vote. this bill makes a serious and signifi- this Constitution and reminding Mem- The House has passed this legisla- cant downpayment in spending cuts. bers of the Senate that one of the few tion, the so-called Budget Control Act. Now a joint committee is created to times in our lives when we have taken The Senate will take it up shortly. It is take the next step. a solemn oath, Members of the Senate my belief it will also pass in the Sen- I will say this: If the next step is to swore to uphold and defend this docu- ate. But my vote for this legislation be fair, if the next step is to be serious, ment, this writing. He would find it does not come without some pain. it has to go beyond spending cuts. It nothing short of outrageous that we We are told in life to follow our con- has to look at serious questions about are mandating a vote on a constitu- science. On this matter, my conscience how we can save money in entitlement tional amendment that is not even is conflicted. If this bill should fail, we programs without compromising our written, that we are prohibiting the will default on our Nation’s debt. That commitment, and how we can ask House and the Senate from even con- will be the first time that has ever hap- those who have profited so well in sidering the change of one word in that pened. If we should default at midnight America, who live so comfortably, to proposed constitutional amendment. tonight on our Nation’s debt, terrible join us in this effort by paying more in Madam President, I think the lan- consequences will ensue. We will find taxes. That is the stark reality. guage of this bill entirely discredits America’s credit rating in the world di- If we continue to move toward more this effort toward a constitutional minished, the interest rates we pay as and more spending cuts, we will lit- amendment. We cannot take it seri- a nation increased, and the cost of erally disadvantage the poor and work- ously if we take our oath seriously to money for businesses and families ing families of America to the advan- uphold and defend this document. across the United States will in- tage of those who are well off. That is At the end of the day, I will vote for crease—at exactly the wrong time, in not fair, and it is not right. Many peo- this measure, obviously with a heavy the midst of recession. ple have criticized this, saying we don’t heart. There are parts of it I will strug- If we fail to pass this legislation, to- even read these bills we vote on. gle to explain and defend, but I can’t morrow the Secretary of the Treasury Yesterday, I sat down to read this let this American economy descend will sit down with the President and bill—it is not that long. I have to say, into chaos if we fail to extend the debt

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America can’t called to sacrifice. If we ask that of the a first step, and a crucial one, to in- afford that. And it is to prevent New poorest in America and of working crease the transparency, the perform- Mexico families from these repercus- families, we can ask no less of Mem- ance, and results we should demand sions that I will vote for this legisla- bers of Congress and those who are well from America’s government. tion. But that is the only reason be- off in this great Nation. This bill sets an important precedent cause, to be frank, almost everything Madam President, I yield the floor. to reform automatic spending. If we else about this deal stinks, and it The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- use that precedent again, then I can stinks to high heaven. pore. The other Senator from Illinois. imagine an America that once again As my friend the good Senator from Mr. KIRK. Madam President, al- becomes the best place on Earth for in- Vermont said yesterday, this package though this bill reflects a balanced ap- ventors and families to start and ex- is grotesquely unfair and bad economic proach, Americans also expect a bal- pand businesses that will provide for policy. While I firmly believe we must anced budget. We need to apply the their children and, in a few cases, will take steps to rein in our deficit, this common sense of the heartland to span the globe with American exports package is far from the ideal way to do spend within our means, as each family to each market of the planet. so. does with their monthly budget. Madam President, I yield the floor. I hear every day from New Mexicans The battle over this legislation was The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- about the need to rebuild our economy. hard fought. We have finally started to pore. The Senator from New Mexico. We should be investing in innovation change a 40-year culture of over- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Madam and infrastructure and creating new spending and overborrowing in just 40 President, over the past 2 years, our jobs, but we don’t do that with this days. We hear the American people, country has been struggling to recover deal. Instead of cutting excess and in- and we respect their judgment. They from one of the worst economic reces- vesting wisely in programs that create tell us they are not undertaxed. They sions in our history. Democrats have jobs, this package will mean fewer dol- tell us Washington overspends. worked to pass legislation that would lars for job training, education pro- We have a government that claims to create jobs. It has been our top pri- grams, and housing, hampering our support a strong economy but urges ority. But at every turn, we faced re- ability to create a long-term recovery. tax increases that will weaken it. We sistance from ideologues who care Poll after poll shows a majority of hear speeches from some who want to more about winning political points Americans support shared sacrifice in expand employment but then attack and protecting the wealthy than doing this recovery. Unfortunately, this employers. They argue for more access what is right for hard-working Amer- package also falls woefully short on to credit but then assail the banks that ican families. that count. While we did manage to would provide it. They call for more That is exactly what happened dur- protect important programs such as American energy but decry the very ing this debt-ceiling debate. Instead of Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, explorers who would find it. We need passing a clean extension and getting and nutrition assistance programs, more straight talk and accountability. to work on our economy, we have been there are still many important pro- Small businesses provide the most forced to vote on a last-minute deal to grams that will be on the chopping jobs, and we should reward them. In- prevent the economic catastrophe that block, initiatives such as housing as- ventors create new economies, and we would result in default. sistance, help for small businesses, and should encourage them. Many govern- I spent the last few weeks and rural economic development programs, ment programs fail in their objectives, months highlighting the real-life con- just to name a few—this all the while sometimes for decades, and we should sequences of default for New Mexico the tax cuts for the wealthiest Ameri- cancel them. We face mounting govern- families. At a time when families are cans and large corporations remain un- ment debt. The way to pay this debt is already dealing with extremely tight touched. to generate more jobs, creating more budgets, a default would mean in- This package is what happens when taxpayers who will provide additional creased costs for just about everything, ideologues bent on nationalizing their revenue, not new Federal job-killing from food, to gas, to housing, to send- extreme agendas get their way. The taxes. ing the kids to college. It would also fracture we have seen among Repub- Given the views of our President and jeopardize critical Federal benefits licans in the House over the last few the economically liberal Members of that veterans, seniors, and others de- months has much broader effect than this Senate, the legislation before us is pend on to pay the bills and stay just in that Chamber. Their staunch re- the best deal we can get. This legisla- healthy. It would mean more than fusal to compromise at the expense of tion caps regular appropriations of the 360,000 New Mexicans would be in dan- struggling families has pushed this de- Congress. It eliminates procedural im- ger of losing their Social Security ben- bate and our Nation to the brink. pediments so that we will vote on how efits. It would mean another 300,000 Instead of having a frank conversa- to cut automatic spending programs. who rely on Medicare seeing their tion about how we can repair our econ- We even installed automatic spending health care disrupted. It would mean omy and reach a simple compromise, programs regardless of congressional 174,000 New Mexico veterans may not we have been forced to vote today to gridlock as a backstop to ensure fiscal receive their benefits, and more than avoid default. With this plan, we get responsibility. This bill prevents a cri- 1,400 Active-Duty military personnel nowhere near the heart of our eco- sis from breaking out this week. It also may not receive paychecks for their nomic problems. Instead, we kick the begins to control automatic spending services. can down the road a couple of years, all programs, many of which have run But it wouldn’t stop there. Even if the while the problem continues to without much accountability since the you don’t depend on a check from the grow, impeding our recovery and crip- 1960s. All of this is a downpayment on Federal Government every month for pling our economic competitiveness. further ways to bring commonsense ac- health care or retirement or other ben- Once this vote is taken and the im- countability and control to the spend- efits, you would still feel the financial mediate crisis is passed, it will be all ing of our government. pain of default. That is because mort- too easy to stick our heads back in the These basic values are the foundation gage payments would increase by more sand and pretend everything is OK. I of America’s 200-year experiment in than $1,000 for the average family and rise today to say this: Everything is self-government. If we fail, we deliver a credit card interest would go up by not OK, and it won’t be OK until we free people into the hands of a financial $250. Why is that, you ask. Because the have the courage and leadership to in- bondage. If we succeed, we honor the interest you pay on just about every stitute tax reform—not just trimming

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We have the op- It is possible this supercommittee excessive partisanship so that we portunity to do just that with the com- will deadlock, but I think with the con- could, as the Good Book says, ‘‘Come mission being created by this plan, but cern about the financial precipice we now, let us reason together?’’ But I it will take guts and leadership and have been teetering on, that supercom- think now that is what we have done. hard choices. mittee is going to come up with a plan So when we pass this legislation—and Our national deficit is a burden that for significant deficit reduction. They it will be an overwhelming vote—in drags us down competitively and re- have a target of an additional $11⁄2 tril- about 2 hours, and the President then quires serious negotiations, not just lion over the next 10 years, but they signs it into law, we can turn our at- concessions to those who see this as a are not limited to that, and everything tention back to the economy and cre- political opportunity to push their per- is on the table. What they could do— ating jobs, which we so desperately sonal agendas. We must all come to the and this is a moment, if we can seize it, need to bring us out of this recession table and do what is best for our Na- that would be tremendous—is set us on that has been lingering far too long. tion. the path to do major tax reform. No Madam President, I thank the Chair I see the Senator from Florida is one is happy with the existing Tax for this opportunity, and I yield the here. I know he is a wise gentleman Code. We talk about all these tax loop- floor. who has much to say to us. holes—the technical term is tax ex- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- So with that, Madam President, I penditures—and they are simply spe- pore. The Senator from Michigan. yield the floor. cial interest tax preferences for indi- Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, I un- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- vidual special interests. It blows my derstand we are alternating? pore. The Senator from Florida. mind to realize they will cost $14 tril- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Mr. NELSON of Florida. Madam lion over the next 10 years. Why should pore. That is correct. President, again I say to my colleague this one special interest have a tax Mr. LEVIN. I would request, after the from New Mexico what a fine Senator preference and this one have a tax pref- Senator from Kentucky, who is here to he is, as is the Senator presiding. What erence, and yet we find it difficult, as speak— a privilege it is to serve with the likes we go through this harangue here in The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- of the both of you. Indeed, the Mem- our debate, as to what is the level of pore. I am sorry, the Parliamentarian bers of this body are extraordinary in- the tax bracket for taxation on ordi- has corrected me. There is no agree- dividuals, and we have all anguished nary people? ment to alternate. with what we have been through as the What we could do—and the supercom- Mr. LEVIN. In that case, I believe I clock was constantly ticking down to mittee can do this—is take a lot of was here on the floor before the Sen- midnight tonight and knowing the con- those tax preferences—that $14 trillion ator from Kentucky, so I will proceed. sequences. worth of them—and by taking only 15 The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- This Senator always had the feeling or 20 percent of those away and uti- pore. The Senator from Michigan. that it was going to work out, that we lizing that revenue, we could simplify Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, to say were going to reach agreement. Inter- the Tax Code into three tax brackets the legislation before us is not ideal is estingly, the financial markets had for individuals and lower everybody’s truly an understatement. The notion that same feeling as well because the tax in that income bracket, and we that our deficit problem can be solved financial markets never did go off a could lower the corporate income tax. solely by cutting spending flies in the cliff. Even the Asian financial markets That is a real possibility for this super- face of our experience, when in fact un- felt the same thing as we were coming committee. They could give the in- wise tax cuts for the wealthy and egre- out of the weekend. Even though we, in structions back to the Ways and Means gious tax loopholes are significant cul- this capital city of our Nation, have Committee in the House and the Fi- prits in our fiscal crisis. I believe too gone back and forth over ways to cut nance Committee in the Senate and many Republicans are influenced by an this public debt, here we are, we have then start to do reform, as well as ideology so extreme that it promised to an agreement. Members of this body, as bringing down the national annual def- wreak economic havoc if they did not well as the other body down at the icit. The backup, if this supercom- get their way. ‘‘No additional reve- other end of the Capitol, clearly are mittee fails to agree, is a series of nues’’ became the battle cry—an ap- sincere in their differences. But I think spending cuts that automatically hap- proach that prevents the balanced def- what we saw in the overwhelming vote pens. icit reduction the American people yesterday in the House of Representa- This agreement also calls for a vote rightly support. The result is that this tives was most of the Members agree on a balanced budget amendment. I legislation incorporates some policies that gridlock doesn’t do anything to have voted for balanced budget con- that are profoundly unfair to middle- help the country, and especially the stitutional amendments in the past, income Americans. economy. So we have this compromise and we are going to have another op- Seen in isolation, Madam President, plan in front of us, and later today one portunity to vote for one. I assume we this is not a good bill. But no public of two things will be true: Either we are going to have a vote for two dif- policy exists in a vacuum. Despite its will have done what is in the best in- ferent versions. The version that is many flaws, this legislation must pass. terests of the American people or we being offered by Senator UDALL is the Let me explain why. will have failed. I think, overwhelm- one I intend to vote for. While there will be a number of nega- ingly, what we will see when we vote at So here we are with a plan that is not tive consequences as a result of this noon today is that there may be as a perfect plan, although it clearly bill’s passage, there will be more dire many as 75 Members of this 100-Mem- avoids default. But all of us agree on consequences if it fails to pass. The ber Senate who will vote in favor of what it must do: Government spending choice here is between a faulty piece of this package. must be cut, the public debt must be legislation on the one hand and severe I think not only is it obvious this reduced; otherwise, our economy will damage to our economy and even package is the way to avoid default, not recover and America will no longer greater joblessness on the other. The but it starts us on the path of getting be in good standing around the world. choice we face with this vote today is serious about what we have to do. The That is the bottom line. whether to accept a flawed bill or to plan contains more than $2 trillion to I often quote from the Book of Isa- watch the United States—the globe’s bring down the deficit over the course iah, in which the Lord is speaking to preeminent economic power—default of the next 10 years, according to the the people and he says: on its obligations to senior citizens, Congressional Budget Office, and it is Come now, let us reason together. students, and veterans, as well as to

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With a vote to approve this Those efforts would come undone in ployees pay. bill, which we must, it is my hope that the crisis that would follow our failure So far, too many have denied the we have reached the high tide of an ide- to pass this bill. need for these changes. But there is a ological movement that has sought to One of the things that is right about chance at least that this legislation hold tax cuts for the wealthy sacred this legislation is that it avoids a mis- may finally force consideration of while imposing increasingly Draconian guided demand that we have another added revenues, added fairness in the cuts on programs for American fami- round of crisis and negotiation over Tax Code, and the shared sacrifice that lies and threatened economic calamity this issue in a few short months. A is so missing from the cuts in the legis- if that movement did not get its way. short-term increase in the debt limit, lation before us. The era of slashing programs that help as House Republicans demanded, would Why is that? Under this legislation, middle-class Americans, with no shared surely have led to a damaging down- we will face a stark choice. We must sacrifice by the wealthiest among us, agree before the end of this year to def- grade of the government’s credit rat- must end and give way to an era in icit reduction of at least $1.2 trillion ing. It would have frozen financing for which fairness and balance guide our over 10 years, or stand by as an auto- businesses and consumers. We simply efforts. Passing this legislation today matic budget cut kicks in to accom- cannot put the American people and hopefully will drive us to make that plish that goal. A bipartisan joint com- the American economy through that transition. mittee of 12 Members of Congress will again. I yield the floor. Despite this bill’s imbalance in focus- meet and develop a deficit reduction The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ing solely on spending cuts, it does plan that avoids those automatic cuts. pore. The Senator from Kentucky. contain a mechanism that can force ac- That joint committee will have broad Mr. HATCH. Will the Senator yield? ceptance of what our Republican col- powers to review and propose changes Mr. PAUL. I will. leagues have refused to accept—the re- to spending and to the Tax Code, and Mr. HATCH. I ask unanimous consent ality that revenue must be a part of to add revenue. Revenues will finally that I be permitted to give my remarks real deficit reduction and that fair and be back on the table where they have immediately following the Senator. effective deficit reduction efforts re- always belonged. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Meeting that $1.2 trillion goal will quire shared sacrifice. The year 2011 is pore. Without objection, it is so or- not be easy, but it will be achievable— the year of unbalanced spending cuts, dered. achievable, that is, if those who so far and 2012 must be a year of shared sac- The Senator from Kentucky. have been unwilling to compromise rifice, one in which the President uses Mr. PAUL. Madam President, Amer- will recognize that revenue must be ica will not default on her debt today. the bully pulpit to lead the Nation to part of the equation. Nobody should be accept the notion that everyone—in- In fact, there was never any doubt that eager for the automatic cuts that America would pay her bills. But mark cluding, surely, the wealthy—must would otherwise take effect. Many of my words, America will default. Amer- play a role in reducing deficits. those cuts would be unacceptably pain- Democrats have repeatedly empha- ica will default, not by not paying its ful and damaging. But the very idea of sized this point. It is a simple fact that bills, not by not raising the debt ceil- those automatic cuts is that they are among the largest factors contributing ing, but we will default in a more insid- so unacceptable that few of us will to our deficits is the Bush tax cuts— ious way. America will default by in- want to see them enacted and most of creasingly paying our bills with money tax cuts that greatly increased the us will be willing to compromise in that is worth less and less each year. growth of the gap between the wealthi- order to avoid them. est among us and working families. Congress used this approach once be- A nation pays for its debt in three Today, median household income—the fore. In 1985 we passed Gramm-Rud- ways. We can either tax people, we can income of the typical American house- man-Hollings, which set forth specific borrow the money, or we can simply hold—is lower than it was in the mid- deficit targets and required cuts if print the money. They all have reper- 1990s, and yet the wealthiest Ameri- those targets were not met. The frame- cussions. cans not only do extremely well, they work for today’s legislation is based on We are approaching our borrowing are doing better and better all the that model. As one of the authors of limit as a nation. We now owe China time. A few decades ago, the wealthiest the Gramm-Rudman-Hollings act, Sen- over $1 trillion. We owe Japan nearly $1 1 percent of all Americans took in 10 ator Gramm put it: trillion. We even owe Mexico. As we percent of all income. Today it is 24 It was never the objective of Gramm-Rud- reach our borrowing limit, interest percent. man to trigger the sequester; the objective of rates will rise and the prices in the These numbers are not aberrations or Gramm-Rudman was to have the threat of stores will rise. You are already seeing actions of a free market. They reflect the sequester force compromise and action. this in your grocery stores. You are al- policy choices. Too often the choice And it did. For example, in 1990, ready seeing this in your gas prices. has been to pay lip service to the mid- when facing the possibility of unac- They are not rising de novo, out of dle class while driving income inequal- ceptable cuts in defense and other im- nothing. Your prices are rising because ity to levels not seen in 80 years in this portant programs, President Bush and the value of your dollar is falling. The country. The failure to ask all Ameri- bipartisan leaders in Congress adopted value of your dollar is falling because cans to join in the sacrifices required a balanced deficit reduction plan that they are printing up money to pay for to reduce our deficit flies in the face of included significant new revenues. The this exorbitant debt. logic and fairness and threatens to in- Damocles sword of the Gramm-Rud- In 2008 we went through a banking crease the growing gap between upper man-Hollings deficit reduction act was crisis and we doubled the monetary income and middle-income families. the reason for that outcome. I believe supply in 4 months. We bought things. Democrats have proposed common- that any plan from the bipartisan com- The Federal Reserve bought toxic as- sense steps to address the failure to in- mittee that fails the test of balance sets. They bought bad car loans and clude more revenue and to promote will have no chance of passage in the bad home loans. Where once upon a shared sacrifice. We have proposed res- Senate. That means members of the time your dollar was backed by gold, toration of the 39.6-percent tax bracket committee must truly be willing to your dollar is now backed by toxic as- for the wealthiest Americans who lead, to put aside partisanship and sets—not a very comforting thought. make nearly $400,000 a year or more. rigid ideology, if we are to avoid trig- Many pundits are arguing that the Most Democrats support the end of tax gering unacceptable cuts. Success also tea party has won this battle. They breaks for the massively profitable oil is going to require Presidential leader- misunderstand the debate. This battle companies. We seek to close loopholes ship and stronger use of his bully pul- is not about winners and losers, it is that now allow tax dodgers to hide in- pit. about the future of our country. It is

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A nation that lives be- President’s talking points, nondefense order to raise revenue for deficit reduc- yond her means will eventually live be- discretionary spending is at historic tion, benefit middle class itemizers the neath her means. That day is coming. levels. We are set for our third straight most. A day of reckoning looms. That day trillion dollar deficit. We have a na- Consider the example of the home was never August 2. That day is when tional debt of $14.5 trillion, and the mortgage interest deduction. Since the dollar teeters and falls from its President’s budget would give us $13 adoption of the 16th amendment to the perch. That day is when prices soar. trillion more in debt. The answer to Constitution in 1913—98 years ago—the That day is when unemployment and a this is not giving the government more United States has had an individual in- declining standard of living foment dis- money to spend. come tax. And for that entire time content and unrest in the street. And third, conservatives resisted the home mortgage interest has been de- As Erskine Bowles put it, there has effort by the President’s allies to push ductible in calculating taxable income. been no more predictable crisis in our most of the deficit reduction in this Most of our fellow Americans, when history. We have been given all the package down the road. buying a home, do not pay cash for the warning signs. It comes, and this deal So there are some achievements in entire purchase price. Rather, they will not escape the facts that are loom- this proposal that conservatives can typically pay a certain percentage in ing for us. The President thinks that hang their hat on. cash and borrow the rest. It is common we need a balanced approach. America But I regret to say that I will not be that the money borrowed is repaid in thinks we need a balanced budget and able to support it, because it does not monthly increments over the course of that we should not spend money we do sufficiently provide us with the solu- 15 or 30 years. Those payments from not have; that since American families tion to the debt crisis that the markets the homeowner to the lender to com- have to balance their budgets, why in are demanding. Last week, Moody’s pensate for the borrowing of money are the world would we not require our made clear that the real threat to interest payments. If you itemize your Government to balance its budget? America’s Triple A rating is not de- deductions, you get to subtract home What America needs is a balanced fault, which even the administration mortgage interest from adjusted gross budget in an economy that grows and now acknowledges was never going to income—or AGI—in arriving at taxable thrives and creates jobs. happen. The real threat of a downgrade income. Yes, a malaise hangs in the air. comes from a failure of will. It comes The most significant of the itemized America is a ship without a captain. from a failure of presidential leader- deductions available to taxpayers is Instead of the President chastising job ship in getting federal spending under the home mortgage interest deduction. creators and preaching class envy, we control. The mortgage interest deduction is the need a President who will show us lead- There is a solution to this spending second largest tax expenditure identi- ership. The President needs to accept crisis. It is cut, cap, balance, which I fied by the Joint Committee on Tax- responsibility for an economy that has was an early supporter of. In addition ation, and it is not primarily a benefit worsened under his failed leadership. to providing short term relief by cut- for the wealthy. Thirty percent of the Unemployment is up, gas prices have ting and capping spending, it provides benefit of the mortgage interest tax ex- doubled, and this President will add for a long-term solution through pas- penditure goes to taxpayers over more debt than all 43 Presidents com- sage of a strong balanced budget $200,000. Taxpayers with income below bined. amendment. $200,000 receive 70 percent of the benefit America got a deal on August 2 but This proposal falls well short of cut, of the mortgage interest deduction. By not a solution. What America wants is cap, balance, and I cannot support it. a ratio of almost 2 to 1, taxpayers a solution, not a deal. I hope in the I would like to address a technical under $200,000 benefit from the mort- next 6 months the President will find it point about this package that raises gage interest deduction. Since $200,000 within himself to lead the Nation, the concerns for me—whether the Presi- basically fits the definition of rich used courage to lead and embrace reform, dent is looking to the deficit reduction by my friends on the other side of the the reform that is necessary to get this committee as an opportunity to raise aisle, we can see that the nonrich or great country going again. taxes. He says that he is, as have some middle income group disproportion- I yield the floor. of my colleagues in the Senate. ately benefit from the mortgage inter- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- I do believe that it will be very dif- est deduction. pore. The Senator from Utah. ficult, given the committee’s charge to There have been proposals over the Mr. HATCH. Madam President, I reduce the deficit, to raise marginal decades to eliminate the home mort- compliment the senior Senator from tax rates. However, I worry that some gage interest deduction, but none of Kentucky for his good remarks on the Democrats will be looking at tax ex- them have succeeded. In 1986, during floor and for allowing me that unani- penditures in order to hit the commit- the last major tax reform effort, there mous consent request. tee’s required deficit reduction targets. were active proposals to get rid of the We are coming down to the wire here. This would be a mistake for a num- home mortgage interest deduction. We will soon be voting on a proposal ber of reasons. The President has re- President Clinton attacked some of that would couple some deficit reduc- ferred to tax expenditures as ‘‘spending the tax benefits associated with home tion with an increase in the statutory through the Tax Code.’’ But rhetoric ownership back in the 1990s. Specifi- debt limit. There are some positive fea- aside, tax expenditures are an oppor- cally, President Clinton proposed tax- tures in this legislation, and the Sen- tunity for individuals and businesses to ing the imputed income associated ate’s minority leader, the Speaker of keep more of the money that they with home ownership. A homeowner by the House, and conservatives through- earn. And getting rid of tax expendi- living in his home enjoys a certain ben- out the country should be commended tures, without corresponding reduc- efit—the ability to live in his home. for insisting on them. tions in tax rates, will result in a net That is, he could have rented the home First, the President asked for a clean tax increase on the American people. out for a certain amount of money, but debt limit increase, and conservatives The President would have you believe he instead decided to live in the home. refused. They held the line and made that getting rid of tax expenditures is It is as if he received the rental money clear that any increase in the debt acceptable, because they only impact for the home, and then spent it on rent limit required matching deficit reduc- the rich. That is why he talks about so that the owner himself could live in tion. bonus depreciation for jets and yachts the home. Second, having lost the fight over a used as second homes. Yet in a series of As policy this is somewhat con- clean debt limit increase, the President speeches, I have attempted to show voluted. Generally, Congress has been insisted on a balanced approach to def- that this rhetoric of class warfare reluctant to tax people when they have

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How would that be deter- fend the proposed 28 percent limitation raised, there is no assurance that we mined? It would be quite difficult. on the grounds that 28 percent was the won’t face a downgrade. We need to Thus, in a bipartisan fashion, Congress tax benefit one would get during the know the government’s plans. rejected the President’s proposal to tax later Reagan years. Yes, that is true. As I have said repeatedly, this is un- imputed income arising from owner-oc- But it is only true because 28 percent acceptable. I want to be clear about cupied housing. was the highest tax bracket after the two things. First, Congress will have to Now President Obama is taking an- Reagan tax reform! look into this matter very carefully, other crack at it because he wants to The larger point is this, however. To and investigate whether Treasury and raise money to reduce the deficit. the extent that the home mortgage in- most of our major financial regulators President Obama has proposed, repro- terest deduction, or any tax expendi- have been deliberately withholding in- posed, reproposed again, and repro- ture for that matter, should be ad- formation from Congress, and if so for posed yet again to reduce the benefit of dressed by Congress, it should be ad- what purposes. the home mortgage interest deduction. dressed through the context of a com- Second, assuming that down the road I am speaking of President Obama’s prehensive, revenue neutral tax reform Treasury will present Congress with proposed 28 percent limitation on that lowers rates. These tax-expendi- another default date, I want to put itemized deductions. President Obama tures should not be cherrypicked by them on notice that this fall I will be has proposed to limit the tax rate at the President and his liberal allies to demanding timely substantiation of which high-income taxpayers can take pay for the checks that his administra- Treasury’s assessment and the govern- itemized deductions to 28 percent. This tion has written. ment’s cash position. Absent this co- is meant to lessen the benefit to higher I have made this point many times, operation, I will stand in the way of income taxpayers of itemized deduc- but today, it is important to make it any debt limit increase demanded by tions—the home mortgage interest de- again. To the extent that any tax ex- an unsubstantiated Treasury-deter- duction being the most significant of penditures are taken away, tax rates mined deadline. the itemized deductions. The Joint should come down, so that the net ef- In closing I want to be clear. I cannot Committee on Taxation says that this fect to government revenues on a stat- support the outcome of these negotia- provision would mean the Federal Gov- ic-score basis is neutral. That’s what tions. But my opposition is not owing ernment would collect an additional tax reform is all about— getting rid of to the failure of conservatives or the $293 billion in taxes over 10 years. tax expenditures so as to reduce tax Republican leadership in the House and To understand this provision, allow rates. By reducing tax rates, we will Senate. It is owing to what is clearly me to tell you about two taxpayers: unleash the free-market. By unleashing amounting to the failed presidency of William and Spencer. Let’s assume the free market, we will grow the econ- President Obama. He and his allies are that William is in the 15 percent tax omy. By growing the economy, tax re- ideologically committed to more bracket, and that Spencer is in the 35 ceipts will increase, even though on a spending. Fortunately, the American percent tax bracket. Under current static-scoring basis, tax reform would people will have the final verdict on this economic philosophy in 2012. law, an additional itemized deduction be revenue neutral. If we get rid of tax The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. of $100 is worth $15 to William, and $35 expenditures without an offsetting tax- BINGAMAN). The Senator from Oregon. to Spencer. That is, an additional rate reduction, then we have simply Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, I rise itemized deduction of $100 will reduce made the task of tax reform that much to address the Obama-Boehner debt William’s tax bill by $15, but Spencer’s harder. We have squandered an impor- deal. I must say it is an issue on which tax bill would go down by $35. If the tant opportunity. I have been immersed in wrestling to President’s 28 percent limitation pro- I would like to make a last proce- understand the impact on unemploy- posal were to go forward, however, al- dural point about where we go from ment, the impact on investments that though the itemized deduction would here. Even if Congress passes, and the will strengthen our Nation down the still be worth $15 to William, it would President signs, this deficit reduction road; certainly an impact on programs now be worth only $28 to Spencer. package, we are going to be back at that strengthen our families. It is in Of course, one may think—well why this again before the year is out. The that context we try to understand how should high-income Spencer get a more President will be asking Congress to do we build the strongest possible Na- valuable tax benefit from an itemized raise the debt ceiling again. Given tion for working families. How do we deduction than low-income William? that, I would like once again to address do that? Is the Obama-Boehner debt But that mischaracterizes things. First the failure by the Treasury Depart- deal the right path? I must conclude of all, high-income Spencer, even under ment to respond to repeated requests I that it is not the right path. I conclude current law, still pays significantly have made over the past week about that for four reasons. more tax than low-income William. Treasury’s short-term cash position, The first is the impact on jobs. We That is not only true in absolute dollar and the failure by almost every mem- are facing a gathering storm on the job terms, but also in terms as a percent- ber of the so-called Financial Stability front. We have 5 to 8 million additional age of their respective incomes. Fur- Oversight Council—or, F-SOCK—to foreclosures that are suppressing the thermore, the 35 percent bracket was provide Congress with information success of our construction market, set by Congress with an understanding about their contingency plans in the driving down the value of houses and and realization that itemized deduc- event there is a ratings downgrade on having a devastating impact on the at- tions would allow a significant tax ben- U.S. debt in the future. tempts at a recovery. efit. That is, had Congress known that Does Treasury still think it will run Second, the unemployment benefits. higher income taxpayers would be dis- out of cash by midnight tonight? I have The extended unemployment benefits allowed some of their itemized deduc- been given only limited information. expire this year, and the rough esti- tions, as the President now proposes, Treasury continues to say we will run mate is that that will result in a reduc- undoubtedly Congress would have cre- out of cash today and will not be able tion of around 500,000 jobs. That is a ated a lower maximum tax rate brack- to pay our bills, the same date they es- tremendous blow in 2012. Then we have et than the current 35 percent tax timated way back in May. But, Treas- the termination of a payroll tax holi- bracket. So, to take away some of the ury won’t show me how they are arriv- day and the estimate is that may well benefit of itemized deductions to high- ing at that estimate. I have not been produce losses of jobs of more than er-income taxpayers but leave the informed, Congress has not been in- 900,000 across America. Add them and high-income tax rates at their current formed, and Americans counting on you are talking about nearly 1.5 mil- high levels is to upset the balance timely Social Security payments have lion lost jobs that we will face in 2012.

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In fact, I think that is what all the take us in the wrong direction? remember what he had to say on this. rating agencies that everybody is talk- Shouldn’t we be on this floor working He said: This brinksmanship threatens ing about now, whether they are going to create jobs, not to destroy jobs? The the holders of government bonds and to and how they are going to rate our success of our families depends on it. those who rely on Social Security and bond rating in the future—they have My second major reservation about veterans’ benefits. Interest markets all said—and they said long before they the Obama-Boehner debt deal is its im- would skyrocket, instability would talked about the debt limit—that we pact on working families through the occur in the financial markets, and the are spending more money than we can concentration of cuts on the 18 percent Federal deficit would soar. The United afford to spend as a Federal Govern- of the budget that is the nondefense States has a special responsibility to ment or as a society. We are spending discretionary portion. This is the por- itself and to the world to meet its obli- $1 out of $4 that the society can tion of the budget that involves Head gations. produce, and that is about 25 percent Start and Pell grants—in other words, Those who have threatened, for the more than we spent in 2008. It is 25 per- an opportunity for our children, our first time in U.S. history, for the cent more than we spent on the aver- smallest children, success for univer- United States not to meet its obliga- age from the 40 years from 2008 going sity education for our college-bound tions, which would result in a dev- backward four decades, and that is im- students. It is the area of the budget astating impact for families across this portant. I think this bill does begin the that involves investments in clean en- Nation, those who carried out that process of changing behavior. The way ergy. It involves our small business threat did so in the wrong spirit—not we approached the debt limit this time programs that support the success of the spirit of America pulling together, was everything but business as usual. our small businesses. It involves job but in the spirit of creating a situation This is a totally different discussion training that helps families adjust to a than we have had before about the debt changing dynamic in the economy, and of hostage taking and extortion designed to protect the most powerful limit, and the country has almost also much more. ways had debt. I think there have been In this 18 percent of the budget is and wealthy at the expense of families across this Nation. only a couple of times in our history where the cuts will hit. What with the where Andrew Jackson paid off the phase I required cuts, or title 1 cuts, in Because this deal does damage to jobs and contributes to a gathering debt and there was one other time we combination with the cuts under title paid off the debt—only a couple of 3, you have essentially 15 percent cuts storm in 2012 that threatens to take us back to a double-dip recession, because times in our history when we didn’t from the 2011 March CBO baseline. Un- have some kind of debt. In the tradi- derstand that baseline for 2011 is a very the cuts are concentrated on the pro- tion of that debt, we have always said: low baseline, much lower than 2010, grams such as education and Head Okay, let’s borrow more money be- much lower than 2009. It takes us back Start and Pell grants that support the cause we need more money. This time, many years earlier. We have a very low success of our children and the success for the first time, we said: Why do we baseline and we are going to cut 15 per- for our future economy, because it need more money? Why is it that we cent more out of the core programs doesn’t take one slim dime of contribu- are increasing debt? Why is it we are supporting the success of our working tion from those who are most able to increasing debt so rapidly? We had a families, supporting the success of our contribute in our society, and because $10 trillion debt in January of 2009, and smallest children, supporting the suc- it was forged out of a fundamentally 30 months later we have a $15 trillion cess of our college-bound children. This inappropriate use of extortion against is not the path that builds a stronger the American family—for those four debt. Obviously that trajectory cannot America. reasons I will oppose this deal. continue and the framework for the de- The third factor is that while our Thank you, Mr. President. cision that is made in this bill says it children in Head Start and our children I yield the floor. won’t continue. headed for college and our citizens The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Do we continue to add debt over the seeking job training are going to take ator from Missouri is recognized. next decade? We wouldn’t have to. these blows, the wealthy and well-con- Mr. BLUNT. Mr. President, I rise in There is a study out that says every nected do not contribute one slim support of the bill. I would say for the time the debt ceiling comes up over the dime. As some of my colleagues have second time in about a week I have next 10 years, we make the same kind argued: Well, you know what, there are come to the floor to speak after one of of determination that for every dollar some of those programs embedded in my friends on the other side who is we increase the debt ceiling, we are the Tax Code that actually help the talking about what we ought to be going to find a dollar in savings over middle class. My colleague from Utah talking about, and both times they the next decade. That study would in- was just making that argument. Then were right. They said we should be dicate that in 10 years we balance the the argument is extended: So don’t talking about private sector job cre- budget. Of course, that is what we touch any of those programs. Well, if ation. I say where are the bills to do should be doing, balancing the budget. we take that same attitude toward our that? This body, before I served here, before spending programs, we would say some We have been here the week of the I served in the House, before I was in benefit the middle class, so don’t touch Fourth of July. We were here and we the Congress at all, in 1995 came within any spending programs. Obviously, it is had two votes that week. One was to one vote of the balanced budget amend- an absurd argument. Why is it made on compel the Senators who didn’t show ment, one vote of passing the amend- the revenue side, to those programs up to show up. The other one was on ment that had passed the House. In 1996 there, but not in the programs that are some motion to proceed to cloture on it came within two votes of passing on the appropriations bill? Why is the something that had nothing to do with that same amendment that had passed tax bill protected from not only that job creation or any of the other issues the House again. If that one vote would argument but the spending bills are we should be talking about. We could have changed in 1995 or the two votes not? One simple answer: The programs talk about what we ought to be talking would have changed in 1996, we would for the wealthy and well-connected are about, and that would be one thing. Of not be having this discussion today be- in the tax bill. So this false argument course, what we are talking about cause we would have a balanced budget is used to defend the accumulation of today is the moment we have arrived today and would be moving in the way wealth, the expansion of prosperity for at, the date that was set by the admin- that every State but one has to func- the few—for the powerful few—at the istration. Apparently they were right tion and every family in America even- expense of families across this Nation. in speculating when we need to look at tually has to come to grips with the My fourth concern about the Obama- the borrowing limit again, and that is fact that they cannot spend more than Boehner debt deal is that simply it was today. they have.

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It turns us in I wish to say here that Senator TOM trillion or more of cuts to spending, the direction of reestablishing classic COBURN of Oklahoma and I, in June, in- and that is going to happen—that se- American values of discipline and troduced a proposal that would take lect committee is going to report this thrift and concern about our future and steps to save Medicare for the almost year. The budget cap is set for this investment in our future, which we 70 million people who will be on Medi- year and next year. have lost in our Federal Government care in a decade and reduce the enor- But elections matter, and who is through the work of both parties in the mous costs it places on our taxpayers. elected in 2012 to the House and the executive and legislative branches of I think a lot of people in our country Senate and the Presidency will finally our government. think the payroll deductions and the and ultimately make a decision about It is a bipartisan agreement at a time premiums they pay, pay the total bene- whether this track we are on now gets when this Chamber and this city have fits of Medicare. Unfortunately, that is better than it is now or, frankly, heads become reflexively and destructively not so. The average Medicare bene- back in the other direction. I think the partisan, and that is encouraging to ficiary in their lifetime takes $3 or $4 campaign pledges are important. While me, that it is bipartisan. It is a com- out of the system for every $1 they put I support the bill, I am also fully appre- promise at a time when this city has in, and we just can’t run a program ciative of everyone who feels as though become ideologically rigid, and it is long term like that. Who picks up the they can’t. clear, if we look at our history, that we rest? The taxpayers, the budget. That Frankly, if some campaign pledges only make progress when we com- is a big part of why we are heading into hadn’t been made in 2010, we probably promise. That is because we are such a deficit. So we can’t save Medicare by wouldn’t be at this moment. And if big, diverse country with so many dif- leaving it as it is. We can only save that is somehow extraordinary—that ferent opinions and points of view. So Medicare—and I want to save Medicare people run for office and say that is this is a bipartisan compromise. It is because I believe in the program—if we what they are going to do and then the beginning of a long, hard march change it. they come here and do that—that is back to fiscal responsibility in our Senator COBURN and I put forward what the process is all about and how country—back to a balanced budget. this plan that will save over $600 bil- it is supposed to work. So what troubles me about it? What lion in Medicare costs over the next Is this my sense of what would have troubles me about it is that the bipar- decade. It will extend the solvency of been the best way to deal with these tisan compromise also represents a Medicare by at least 30 years and re- spending cuts? We would have more kind of bipartisan agreement by each duce Medicare’s 75-year unfunded li- spending cuts if I were writing this bill. party to yield to the other party’s most abilities by $10 trillion. But the fact is, in Washington today no politically and ideologically sensitive Now, I know our plan contains some one party controls anything. My party, priority. In the case of Democrats, it is strong medicine, but that is what it the Republican Party, controls one- to protect entitlement spending, and in will take to keep Medicare alive, and third of what it takes to get a bill to the case of Republicans it is to not we believe our plan administers this become law, and the other party con- raise taxes. The reality is that we have medicine in a fair way. Senator COBURN trols two-thirds. At the end of the day, to do some of both if we are going to and I are going to forward our pro- by definition, nobody is going to be to- get our country back into balance. posal, which is in legislative form, to tally happy with this bill. Because this agreement doesn’t real- the joint select committee for their But as Senator PAT ROBERTS said ly touch the entitlement programs— yesterday in a meeting I was in, using consideration, and we hope they will particularly Medicare, which is grow- an old legislative saying: This is not include parts of it in their rec- ing faster, bigger than any other gov- the best possible bill, but it is the best ommended legislation. ernment program—it puts all the bur- I also believe it is essential for the bill possible. It is the best we can do den of getting back toward balance in joint committee to act to bolster the right now. I think we take this victory and use our budget on the so-called discre- solvency of Social Security. Many it as a way to move forward to the fu- tionary spending part of the budget. think Social Security is not contrib- ture. That is about one-third of Federal uting to the deficit because it has a Mr. President, I rise, again, in sup- spending. About 60 percent is the enti- positive balance in the Social Security port of this bill. tlement or mandatory programs. So we trust fund. But what is in that trust The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- have the beginning of a system that fund? It is notes that the United States ator from Connecticut. forces cuts in the discretionary third of Government has given to the Social Se- Mr. LIEBERMAN. I thank the Chair. the budget—defense and nondefense— curity trust fund every time we have Mr. President, I come to the floor to which they have to do, they have to borrowed from it. Of course, we are express my support for the measure be- cut—but it doesn’t ask much of any- bound to pay that money back. fore us, as my colleague from Missouri thing of the 60 percent that is growing The fact is, today Social Security is who has just spoken, and as everyone so rapidly, which is entitlement spend- running a deficit on a cashflow basis. else I have heard express their support ing. In other words, the payments into the for this proposal. No one seems per- As a result, if the special committee system are not as great as the pay- fectly satisfied with it, but that is in- created in this agreement—which is ments out, and they will continue to do evitable. I think we have come to one the great hope of the agreement, I that in increasing numbers for the of those classic moments of a very big think—doesn’t work its will and in- foreseeable future. challenge our Nation faces—this enor- volve itself in entitlement reform and What does that mean? It means the mous debt—and whether in this agree- tax reform, and Congress doesn’t ac- Social Security trust fund has to come ment we see this glass half full or the cept it, then the trigger, the automatic to the Federal Government to redeem glass half empty and whether what en- spending cuts are also all from discre- the bonds the government gave Social courages us in the agreement out- tionary spending, asking that one-third Security when it borrowed the money. weighs what disappoints us. of the budget to pay the way, even How does our government pay back the For me, the positive outweighs the though it is a small part of the respon- Social Security trust fund? By bor- negative. I am going to vote for my sibility for the increase in government rowing over the next two decades $2.6 hopes about what this agreement spending. That would have a dev- trillion, currently held in IOUs, plus means as opposed to my fears that we astating effect on our national security interest. If we don’t do something to are not doing enough in this agree- because it would dramatically under- save Social Security, when we hit the ment. cut our defense, as well as some of the year of 2036, Social Security will only

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Those balanced budgets and sur- now to slowly save Social Security, That is the beginning of a consensus, and a pluses also were achieved without any and we can do it. I wish to indicate good start towards genuine change. constitutional amendment requiring The Framers would be pleased at the spec- today to my colleagues that Senator tacle. them. And those surpluses grew, until COBURN and I are working again on a subsequent decisions were made by a bipartisan proposal to secure Social I thank the Chair, and I yield the new administration, and ratified by a Security for America’s seniors for the floor. new Congress, that squandered the sur- long term, and we hope to have that Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, this is pluses and piled the debt up once again. done in time to also forward to the spe- not a solution I would have preferred, What the American people want, cial committee for their consideration. but the compromise finally reached by need, and deserve right now is a return So the bottom line: We can’t protect the White House and congressional to wise and disciplined leadership. We these entitlements as well as have the leaders has the potential to end this need the return of a willingness to co- national defense we need to protect us manufactured crisis. It is a solution operate and to forge solutions across in a dangerous world while we are at that puts common sense and the na- partisan lines to solve the most press- war against Islamic extremists who at- tional interest above partisanship and ing issues facing the country. The eco- tacked us on 9/11, and will be for a long ideology. nomic health of the Nation and the time to come. We can’t not touch the The country has been pushed to the jobs of thousands of hardworking entitlements or raise taxes and create brink of catastrophe. The choice at Americans should not be mired in poli- a tax reform proposal and expect to hand is not this bill or something bet- tics. protect all the programs of investment ter. The choice is between the only bi- The Senate throughout history has in our future that mean so much to partisan practical solution to the debt shown its remarkable ability to rise up America’s families: education particu- ceiling crisis, or a devastating default in times of crisis to reflect the con- larly, alternative energy, investments on the Nation’s debts for the first time science of the Nation. Now is such a in our transportation system. in our history. A default would send time, for the good of the country, for To be able to do all that in the right shock waves throughout our fragile Democrats and Republicans in both way, we need this special committee economy. It would slap a credit rate chambers to rise to the occasion and and Congress to take the next steps. tax on every household and every busi- put an end to this contrived crisis that But this is a significant beginning, as ness in Vermont and across the coun- has put our entire economy at risk. imperfect as it is. try. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- If I may, finally, for all of us—and The solution before us includes $3 ator from Georgia is recognized. particularly for the President, the trillion in spending reductions reached Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. President, I com- Speaker, the majority leader, the Re- through bipartisan negotiations that mend the Senator from Connecticut on publican leader in the House, and the will yield the greatest overall budget his remarks and, particularly, his clos- Democratic leader in the Senate, and savings ever. Just as Vermont families ing. I associate myself with what he everybody who worked so hard, coming are having to make difficult financial said. I will support this bill when it close to the kind of grand bargain I decisions, we need to make long-term comes to the floor at 12 o’clock today. think we needed, that the Simpson- budget reforms, and the country should On Saturday, I came to the floor at 2 Bowles Commission adopted, that the be spared the ordeal of having to go o’clock out of frustration and made a Gang of 6, our 6 colleagues, rec- through this same kind of torment speech critical of the negotiators as we ommended to us, which I support, and again just a few months from now. were letting the clock run and had no that the President and the Speaker, The special congressional committee deal. I was critical because we had President Obama and Speaker BOEH- chartered by this legislation to rec- pretty much had an agreement we were NER, were close to but unfortunately ommend future deficit reduction can going to cut. We pretty much had an fell apart—there is disappointment consider revenue measures, and I will agreement we were going to establish a that a lot of us feel. But perhaps to put continue to push for an end to outdated select committee to do the cutting. it in a broader context, I wish to quote tax loopholes for giant oil firms and But we had not agreed to a balanced from an op-ed piece in the Wall Street companies that ship American jobs budget amendment. We had not agreed Journal today written by David Rivkin overseas. I also continue to believe to an enforcement mechanism on the and Lee Casey, who are two lawyers that the wealthiest Americans should committee to make sure they did the whose work I have long admired. Here pay their fair share in these solutions. cutting. Probably most importantly of is what they say to take us back and If the special congressional com- all, we had not agreed to triggers on perhaps remind us that we fill these mittee fails to make bipartisan rec- the debt ceiling increase for account- seats for a short period of time. We act ommendations, then the agreement ability. within the system created by our calls for cuts in defense spending and I come to the floor today not frus- Framers, and we do our best. They protections for Social Security, Medi- trated but feeling somewhat rewarded wrote: care benefits, Medicaid, veterans bene- because on the three solutions nego- The debt-ceiling crisis has prompted pre- fits and child nutrition. I strongly sup- tiated to those three component parts dictable media laments about how partisan port these protections. of this particular piece of legislation, and dysfunctional our political system has All along the American people have the genie is out of the bottle, and his- become. But if the process leading to the wanted this debt-limit crisis resolved tory is about to be made. current deal was a ‘‘spectacle’’ and a ‘‘three- promptly and fairly through the give- No. 1, on the debt ceiling increase, ring circus,’’ and-take of our representative govern- when the trigger was finally estab- As someone put it— ment. It is extremely unfortunate that lished, it means from now on whenever the show’s impresarios are none other than many who manufactured this crisis in this debt ceiling increase is asked for James Madison and Alexander Hamilton. Our the first place then stood in the way of by a Republican or Democratic Presi- messy political system is working exactly a solution for weeks on end, threat- dent, it will be demanded that there be the way our Founders intended it to. ening the first default on United States spending cuts commensurate with any Then I go toward the end of their op- obligations in our history. increase. That is historic. That is the ed piece: Many in this body recall, as I do, the first step in the right direction of san- The key point has been made— period just two short decades ago when ity, accountability, and fiscal responsi- Excuse me. Let me start a paragraph Congress and a Democratic President bility. ahead: were able to balance the Federal budg- Secondly, they finally came together Rarely in our system do the participants— et and create budget surpluses that and agreed there would be a balanced

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People States will be debating, forcing itself do business in the Congress and Wash- will say we need to raise the debt ceil- to do what every American family has ington, DC. ing today or our credit worthiness will to do. There is not a family within the Why I say there is no joy for me to be be judged by the rating agencies and sound of my voice who has not had to here today, in my view, we have failed we will be downgraded. I worry that sit down in the last 3 years in this to do either one. There are no substan- even with the passage of this bill, its country—because of our recession and tial reductions in spending, and there effects are so minimal in spending that our economy and because of spending— are no significant changes in the way the downgrade will occur regardless. and reprioritize how they spend their Washington, DC, does business. So this is a time for us to make the money to balance their budget, to live This country needs certainty, and I tough choices as compared to kicking within their means. It is about time have said all along we need to raise the the can down the road one more time. the Congress of the United States debt ceiling. There needs to be that It is an honor to serve in the Senate. asked of itself what it imposes on every certainty. I have said it would be irre- Nothing in my life, my background, family in America. sponsible for us not to raise the debt would ever suggest I would have this As far as the select committee, there ceiling, but I have said all along it opportunity. I am honored to serve was a fear among many that it would would be equally as irresponsible if we Kansans, and I will do my best to make only be a paper tiger; that it would not raised the debt ceiling without meeting the right decisions on their behalf. But have the claws or the teeth to actually the criteria I have outlined. as I have listened to Kansans for the do what it needs to do on the cuts. While we will have a discussion last 2 years on the topic of what is im- While I would have done a different among all of us that continues today— portant to them, the economy matters, type of sequestration, I commend those and we will probably play quarterback and the first thing we have to do is get who negotiated this sequestration on and Friday morning quarterback after our fiscal house in order so the econ- putting one in that has enough teeth this is over to figure out what we have omy can grow and people can find jobs and enough fear to force this select accomplished—but, in my view, it is and get better jobs. committee to do what it needs to do. important to know there are no cuts in While my assumption, based upon the Today, when I vote in favor of this this bill. There is only a reduction in news reports, is the legislation I oppose agreement, I will be voting for us to the growth of spending, and that reduc- will pass today, I pledge myself to my cut spending where we need to—not as tion is so small—$21 billion reduced in Kansas constituents that I will work much as I would have liked but a lot the first year in the growth in spend- hard to see that every dime that is pos- more than we have ever seen before— ing. sible to be saved occurs, and I will re- but, most importantly, voting for the In Kansas, when we hear the word double my efforts to see we grow the assurance that never again will a debt ‘‘billion,’’ we think that is a lot of economy and put Americans back to ceiling go up without a debate for com- money, and it is. So I think Kansans work because the revenues we need to mensurate cuts in spending. That is will hear the words ‘‘$21 billion’’ and balance our books are not increases in important. I will be voting for this be- think: Oh, my, they are finally doing taxes. cause we will have a balanced budget something significant. But the truth is, The revenue we need to balance our amendment on the floor of the Senate we spend $4 billion more each day than books is a strong and growing economy and on the floor of the House of Rep- we take in, and that $21 billion, if real- so every American can put food on resentatives that we have long needed ized, in the slowing of the growth of their family’s table, save for their chil- since the last one failed 16 years ago. spending, will be gone in less than a dren’s education, and prepare for their And we finally have a sequestration week. This legislation does not cut own retirement, and that we are mechanism or an enforcement mecha- spending. blessed with the opportunity in this nism to enforce the select committee While we promote a balanced budget country to see every American child be to do what it is charged to do in this amendment, which I think is so critical able to pursue the American dream. particular legislation. to our success in changing the struc- I thank the Presiding Officer. My frustration I expressed on Satur- ture of how we do things, there is no The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- day is gone. My pride in the Senate is balanced budget amendment to the ator from New Hampshire is recog- restored, and I look forward to casting U.S. Constitution in this agreement or nized. my vote in favor of this agreement at one that will necessarily be sent to the Ms. AYOTTE. Mr. President, for 12 o’clock today. States for ratification. Our national weeks, Americans have watched the de- I yield back. debt will continue to grow and, in fact, bate about raising our Nation’s debt The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- at the end of 10 years, if everything in ceiling. I know it is has been difficult ator from Kansas is recognized. this legislation is accomplished—and I and often frustrating to watch what is Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, thank think we have to be skeptical about happening, but the discussion could not you for recognizing me. that—our national debt will grow and have been more important for the fu- I am honored to be, once again, on reach $22 trillion. We are at $14.3 tril- ture of America. We have been talking, the Senate floor. I have spoken many lion or $14.4 trillion now. Ten years again, about whether we would in- times about the issue that is now be- from now, with this legislation in crease America’s borrowing limit. fore us for a vote in just a few minutes. place, $22 trillion. Over the next three In doing so, we have rightly focused This is a significant point in our decades, our debt will become three on how to prevent a default on Amer- country’s financial history—a time in times the size of our entire economy. ica’s credit, but also, just as impor- which politics has played its course We have talked about changing the tant, rather than just reflexively con- and decisions have to be made. I come way we look at things in Washington, tinuing to borrow money we do not here at this moment with no real joy. DC. For the first time—and I agree have from Chinese bankers, how we are I think we have put the American peo- with this—we are talking about reduc- going to confront the fundamental be- ple through a lot—certainly, over the ing the growth of spending by the havior in Congress that has led us to last several months—as we asked them amount we are raising the debt ceiling. this culture of borrowing and over- to follow along as we discussed this But can you imagine a family back in spending. idea of raising the debt ceiling. Kansas congratulating themselves for I have said from the beginning of this There was some thought by many of changing the topic without ever chang- debate that we owe it to the American us that we could use this moment of ing their spending patterns? Kansas people, and I owe it to my constituents raising the debt ceiling to make some families, when they are in trouble for in New Hampshire, to confront both significant changes in the way we do spending too much money, cut the issues—to avoid default and, finally, to

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We cannot continue to say will surely lead to a downgrade of our agreement in any way reduce the size that a reduction is a reduction when it credit rating. It will sap our economic of government? We know this govern- is not, when we are continuing to spend strength and will lead to the insol- ment has continued to grow even as more money, because at home people vency of the greatest country on State governments and families have look at that and say: Give me a break. Earth. made the tough decisions to downsize, That is not how I do my family budget. While I appreciate the difficult work to reduce, to live within their means. We have to tell the truth to the done by the Speaker of the House and This deal does not cut or end one gov- American people and make the hard de- our Senate leadership in coming up ernment program. cisions. I know we can come together with an agreement that avoids default, In March, the GAO came out with a and get something done that will fun- I am unable to support a bill that de- report that identified hundreds of du- damentally change the direction in livers the largest debt ceiling increase plicative programs that happen here in which we are headed. That is why I am in the history of our Nation but does Washington where we could save bil- disappointed about this agreement, be- very little to confront the underlying lions of dollars. My colleague from cause it does not do that. problems that have brought us here— Oklahoma, Dr. TOM COBURN, has done We must do more than avoid default. problems that have led us to over a $14 the hard work of identifying hundreds We must save our country for the sake trillion debt and which will increase in and hundreds of duplicative programs of our children. I have often come to the next 2 years to over $16 trillion in where we could save billions of dollars. this floor and talked about the fact debt. Yet this agreement does not reduce the that I am the mother of two children. I have not come to this decision size of government at all or end one of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- lightly. I have had countless meetings those programs. ator has used 10 minutes. over the last months and weeks with Does it avoid a downgrading of our Ms. AYOTTE. Mr. President, I ask my colleagues on both sides of the aisle credit? Unfortunately, I think this unanimous consent for 1 additional to talk about this issue and how we can agreement will also lead us to a down- minute. confront this crisis now. I have said grade. And why does that matter? Be- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without from the beginning we need funda- cause it will hurt the economic objection, it is so ordered. mental changes in the way we do busi- strength of America and our economic Ms. AYOTTE. I am the mother of a 6- ness in Washington, including budget growth, our borrowing costs. It will year-old and a 3-year-old. This discus- reforms, enacting a responsible budget. hurt our job creators when now more sion goes beyond those of us who are I am a member of the Senate Budget than ever we need to create jobs in this serving right here; it is about what Committee—the newest member of country and put people to work. Yet kind of country are we going to leave that committee—and it has been ter- our failure to get our fiscal house in for the next generation. And I know I ribly disappointing to me that the Sen- order here in Washington is hurting will not look my children in the eye ate hasn’t allowed the Budget Com- and have them say: Mom, what did you mittee to do its work and come up with the hard-working people in New Hamp- do about it? a budget for the United States of shire and America. The credit rating agencies and even We have to solve this crisis now. I America. know we can. I look forward to work- So we do need fundamental budget the President’s own fiscal commission ing with my colleagues on behalf of the reforms. I have said we need major have said that the minimum amount of people of New Hampshire, to really spending reductions, and we need to re- debt reduction that we need over the rolling up our sleeves, finally cutting form our entitlement programs. I can- next decade is $4 trillion just to sta- not in good conscience agree to a deal bilize our debt and to ensure our AAA spending, and saving the greatest coun- that continues to perpetuate the cul- credit rating is not downgraded. But try on Earth. Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, dur- ture of overspending and borrowing in with this agreement, even if everything ing the past few weeks and months, Washington. happens and this congressional com- In coming to this decision, I have mittee does all of its work, we will Congress and the President have been asked myself several questions: The only see a maximum reduction of $2.4 involved in discussions to raise the first question I have asked is, Does this trillion. And that is assuming every- debt ceiling, and reduce spending, defi- agreement significantly reduce spend- thing in those outyears gets done, cits and debt. This discussion is a re- ing? Unfortunately, the answer is no. which we do not always have a good sult of the elections last year. The vot- While it claims to reduce the deficit by history of here in Washington. ers sent a strong message that it was $917 billion over the next 10 years, only Finally, does it change the trajectory time for Washington to stop the spend- in Washington would this be called a of where we are going with our debt to ing spree. And it is because of that spending reduction. Because of baseline preserve our country? No. Under this message that we are even having this budgeting, a reduction of $917 billion in agreement, we will continue to about debate. Even the President now agrees the deficit, as it is claimed, is no re- $1 trillion a year to our debt—a debt that to address our fiscal situation we duction at all. Over the next 10 years, that is already $14 trillion. need to reduce spending. under this agreement, we will spend It does nothing to strengthen our en- That has not always been the case, over $830 billion more in discretionary titlement programs. We know from the though. Just last year President spending. trustees of Medicare that program is Obama refused to endorse or advance So there is no reduction in spending. going bankrupt in 2024. We know from the findings of his own National Com- If you just look at the reduction from Social Security that program is going mission on Fiscal Responsibility and what we will spend in fiscal year 2012, to be bankrupt in 2036. Yet we have not Reform. On February 14, President it is really only a $7 billion reduction taken on that fundamental problem in Obama submitted his budget proposal in spending between what we will spend this agreement. How do we reform to Congress that refused to address our in 2011 and 2012. We borrow $4 billion a those programs to preserve them for looming deficits and debt. Over the day to sustain our government. So the Americans that are relying on them next 10 years, his budget would have spending reductions between what we and to sustain them for future bene- added another $13 trillion to our na- spend in 2011 to 2012 is not even 2 days ficiaries? tional debt. President Obama’s budget of borrowing for the United States of While I appreciate that we are begin- was so out of touch that it was rejected America. ning to change the discussion here in in the Senate by a vote of 97–0. Then he Many of the cuts are in the outyears. Washington, I cannot support this delivered a speech in April that magi- And you know what happens in Wash- agreement. I appreciate that it is very cally found $4 trillion in spending cuts.

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But, I am in January of this year. lion of spending that was of national compelled to vote against this package This is a crisis that threatens poten- importance on February 14, but is no because I see this as a missed oppor- tially every Federal program, from de- longer necessary on April 13. It is this tunity. We are providing President fense to entitlements, because as we type of behavior that leads people to be Obama with the largest increase in the continue to borrow more money as a cynical of Washington and the Federal national debt ceiling in history. But, nation, adding to the already almost Government. It is little wonder that instead of using this opportunity to ad- $15 trillion we have accumulated in na- lofty commitments from Washington dress our near term and long term tional debt—roughly $50,000 for every are received in Middle America as just spending and fiscal problems, we are man, woman, and child in America; more empty promises and political cutting a little now, and kicking the roughly $150,000 for every taxpayer in rhetoric. can further down the road. America—as we continue to add to that Up until a few months ago, President This bill grants a $2.4 trillion in- enormous debt, we get closer and closer Obama and members of his administra- crease in our Nation’s debt limit, the to the unknown but nonetheless exist- tion were calling for a clean debt limit largest increase in our history. The ing point at which we will no longer be increase with no spending cuts. He sim- challenge for Congress and President able to borrow, at least not at interest ply wanted Congress to provide him a Obama was to sketch a deficit reduc- rates that will make this kind of bor- blank check. tion plan to address deficits and debt in rowing sustainable. The debate has shifted. We are no a significant way. The uncertainty If interest rates were to go up even to longer discussing spending increases. about Washington’s fiscal management their historically average levels, with- The entire debate today is about cut- gets in the way of private-sector job in just a few years we could be spend- ting spending, how much and from creation and economic recovery. But ing something closer to $1 trillion where. The fact that we are here today this bill is insufficient in putting us on every single year. Just to pay the in- in agreement on the need to cut spend- a path to live within our means. terest on our national debt, we could ing is an enormously important devel- To me, this is also a moral issue. It’s be paying more than we pay on Social opment. I commend all of those who wrong for this generation to over-spend Security in an entire year, more than worked and insisted that spending cuts and leave the bills for the next genera- Medicare and Medicaid combined, and be included in this agreement, and I tion to pay. The trajectory of our debt more than national defense in an entire thank those who were involved in is alarming. It will soon undermine our year. What happens when we get to working out this hard fought agree- economy and our economic growth. If that point? Where does that money ment. we do nothing, our children and grand- come from? The reality is that every Unfortunately, this bill does too lit- children will have fewer economic op- Federal program, from defense to entitle to address our overspending, defi- portunities than we have had. Without tlements, could see its coffers raided in cits and debt. Virtually none of these a plan to put our fiscal situation on a an unfortunate Draconian display of cuts in this bill come in the next few better path, the next generations will fiscal irresponsibility if we continue to years. It is all back loaded with no have a lower quality of life than the punt this problem and not to address guarantee that Congress won’t reverse one we’ve experienced. We can’t let it. The legislation at issue today ad- course, and undo these spending reduc- that happen. But, I am afraid this bill dresses this problem by perpetuating tions. And, there is no guarantee that will accomplish too little in this re- it. I am pleased, of course, that this entitlement programs that are driving gard. legislation does certain things and has the long-term fiscal problems will be Again, I recognize that this hard invigorated a new conversation on the reformed. These programs need reform fought compromise is a step in the right direction, and I am pleased that sorts of strategies that need to be in so they remain viable, affordable and place if we are ever going to address available for generations to come. But Congress and the American people have recognized the terrible fiscal path our this problem on a long-term basis. this bill has too little to ensure those Some 7 or 8 months ago, there were nation is on. I only wish that this plan reforms take place. still people in this town of Washington, was proportional to the size of the The American people sent us to DC, who were saying things along the problems we face. Washington to confront these prob- lines of ‘‘we need another stimulus I yield the floor. lems. They want us to stop over- package’’ or ‘‘we need more Federal spending. They want us to chart a path The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ator from Kansas. spending of one sort or another.’’ They to fiscal responsibility, where Wash- are no longer saying that. Now the dis- ington spends only what we take in, Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the time dur- cussion focuses not on whether to cut like the American people themselves but how much. must do. And, while this bill is a small ing any quorum call be equally divided. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without There is, of course, renewed discus- step in the right direction, I believe the objection, it is so ordered. sion about the need for a balanced American people expect and deserve a Mr. MORAN. Mr. President, I suggest budget amendment. But talk is dif- giant leap in the right direction. the absence of a quorum. ferent from outcomes. What we need In addition to its timidity on spend- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The are outcomes. What we need is a funda- ing reductions, I fear that this bill will clerk will call the roll. mental change to the way we spend set up a process to increase taxes on The assistant legislative clerk pro- money in Washington. What we need is the American people in the belief that ceeded to call the roll. to restrict Congress’s authority, grant- more tax revenue would lower deficits. Mr. LEE. Mr. President, I ask unani- ed by clause 2 of article I, section 8, of This bill creates a bicameral, bipar- mous consent that the order for the the Constitution, to incur debt in the tisan committee that will be tasked quorum call be rescinded. name of the United States. That power with producing the second tranche of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without needs to be restricted. The only way we deficit savings. Despite the fact that objection, it is so ordered. can restrict that on a permanent basis, our government has a spending prob- Mr. LEE. Mr. President, I stand one that will bind not only this Con- lem and not a revenue problem, Presi- today to explain my reasons for voting gress but future Congresses that come dent Obama continues to insist that against the debt limit increase we will after us, is through an amendment to higher taxes must be a part of a major be voting on in just about half an hour the Constitution. deficit reduction plan. It is his desire from now. This legislation raises the debt limit for bigger government, and higher lev- This is a crisis that America faces. It by about $2.5 trillion. This is a record- els of taxation that will likely prevent is an ongoing crisis that will neither be breaking sum. Not too many years ago,

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First, we would have to pay our tural spending reform mechanisms of amendment, to the tune of about 75 troops. Then we would have to meet the sort that would be necessary to percent. To my great astonishment, our obligations to seniors and veterans. make sure we get out of this problem, some of my colleagues and even the Federal funding for State and local to make sure we end the problem we President have suggested that a bal- governments would run out. This have created through Congress’s reck- anced budget amendment is somehow a would affect infrastructure projects, less pattern of perpetual deficit spend- radical idea—so radical as to be absurd funding for schools and teachers and ing. and not worth considering—even firehouses and police stations. Contrac- That is why I have insisted since be- though three out of four Americans be- tors who work for the Federal Govern- fore I was even sworn into office that lieve we need a balanced budget ment would face layoffs without pay, before we raise the debt limit, we need amendment. and businesses would reduce hiring. to pass a balanced budget amendment I will close by referring to a quote by The economy would be further weak- and submit it to States for ratification. a man named William Morris, who said ened, and it would be a self-inflicted Nearly every State balances its budget this in the late 1800s: wound. I could not allow this to hap- each and every year. It is not news One man with an idea in his head is in dan- pen. when a State does this. I look forward ger of being considered a madman; two men I took an oath to protect and defend to the time when it will no longer be with the same idea in common may be fool- the Constitution. The 14th amendment news when Congress does the same. ish, but can hardly be mad; ten men sharing says that the validity of America’s There are significant cuts discussed an idea begin to act, a hundred draw atten- debt must not be questioned. While the in this legislation and proposed, but I tion as fanatics, a thousand and society be- lawyers made the interpretation com- gins to tremble, a hundred thousand and want to be clear on one thing: Al- there is war abroad, and the cause has vic- plicated, the framers made it simple. though these cuts are large on a long- tories tangible and real; and why only a hun- America pays its debt with no excep- term basis, on a short-term basis they dred thousand? Why not a hundred million tions. Failure to reach an agreement are less so. On a short-term basis, with- and peace upon the earth? You and I who would be a violation of the American in the next year, this proposes to cut agree together, it is we who have to answer people and our creditors’ trust. And it about $7 billion out of the fiscal year that question. would have violated my oath to the 2012 discretionary spending budget. It is not just one or two of us who Constitution. Some dispute this number and suggest, have this idea in our head that we need America must meet its obligations to as some of my colleague have already, to restrict Congress’s borrowing power its creditors. We must also meet our that, in fact, the fiscal year 2012 budget because it has been so severely abused obligations to each other. Throughout will spend $23 billion more. Others con- over such a prolonged period of time; it this debate, I have insisted on no ben- cede the point and say: OK, let’s as- is three out of four Americans. I urge efit cuts to soldiers, seniors, and vet- sume for purposes of this discussion my colleagues in the Senate and our erans, and I will continue to do so. Ob- that it does, in fact, cut $7 billion from counterparts in the House of Rep- ligations made must be obligations what otherwise would be new deficit resentatives to join the American peo- kept. spending. Now, $7 billion is roughly ple in at least the same proportion in I will also fight to fulfill our obliga- equivalent to the amount of debt we supporting the idea that never again tions to the next generation who will have added to our total debt portfolio should we raise the debt limit without lead us through the 21st century. We just in the last 30 hours or so, roughly a balanced budget amendment in place. can’t cut our way to a new economy. the period of time that has elapsed This is a permanent, long-term prob- We need to invest in it by rebuilding since this legislation was announced lem. It requires a permanent solution. roads, bridges, and increasing access to late Sunday night until this very mo- The only permanent solution is that broadband. This is what will lead to ment, because we are borrowing about which involves an amendment to the new jobs, new opportunity, and new $4 billion of new debt every single day. Constitution. prosperity. Stated differently, this amounts to less Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, We also need to invest in education, than two-tenths of 1 percent of a cut. through serious negotiation, leaders science, research and technology. I do believe we have made progress. I from both parties and the President These investments will lead to jobs of commend our leadership for working so have reached a bipartisan solution that the future and prepare students and hard to focus the discussion on the will lift our debt ceiling and prevent a workers to compete in a global econ- need for cuts. downgrade of our credit. omy. This means making sure kids We have, unfortunately, had Demo- Make no mistake, this agreement is have access to higher or career edu- cratic leadership in this body that has stark and stern but necessary. It in- cation. It means supporting scientists been bent on delaying the announce- cludes cuts that I would have never who are finding cures for the most dev- ment of any deal as long as possible voted for under different cir- astating diseases. And it means giving and preventing legislation such as the cumstances. However, if we fail to take businesses the tools they need to de- Cut, Cap, and Balance Act from coming action, the economy will be irrev- velop new products. We can’t afford not to the floor, where it could have been ocably fractured. to make these investments. subjected to an open debate, discus- While it is far from perfect, the After wrenching analysis, I will vote sion, and amendment process, as well it agreement meets my principles for for this bipartisan agreement because should be. I regret the fact that it avoiding default and downgrade. It pro- it is an achievable and pragmatic solu- didn’t come to that, the fact that that vides a long-term extension of the debt tion to the crisis that would be caused legislation, which could have solved ceiling, a significant downpayment on by inaction. It will require tough ac- this problem and would have put us on cuts, and a path forward to reform tax tion and strong medicine down the a path toward fiscal responsibility, to- earmarks and entitlements. road, but it is necessary to honor our ward ending this problem once and for The consequences of a default and obligations to the greatest generation all, was not even allowed its day in the downgrade would be significant and se- and the next generation. Senate to be debated and discussed on vere and would alter the course of the Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, I support the merits. United States for a century. Default the legislation before us today to raise At the end of the day, we have to would have led to sky-high interest the debt ceiling and at the same time come to terms with the fact that the rates that would have created a new curb government spending without course we are on, from a fiscal stand- tax on every single American. It means raising taxes. The United States can- point, is utterly unsustainable, and if you have a variable rate mortgage, it not default on our obligations, and this

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But what friends, you are leaving out one very What this plan does represent is a fis- concerns me most about our current critical detail in your analysis—a de- cally sound path forward, and therefore debate is not just the enormous size of tail that makes our current situation I support its adoption. I applaud the the potential reductions but that the anything but ‘‘routine’’—and that is courageous leadership of Senator defense cuts being discussed have little this: Never before in the history of this MCCONNELL and Speaker BOEHNER. to no strategic or military rationale to great nation has our debt been $14.6 They have guided Republican members support them. They are essentially just trillion. Never before in our history on both sides of the Capitol with tre- numbers on a page. Our national de- have we faced the possibility of having mendous skill and integrity and fought fense planning and spending must be our creditworthiness downgraded due hard to ensure that our party’s core driven by considered strategy, not arbi- to our inability to control our spiraling principles were not negotiated away. I trary arithmetic. debt, which could very well decimate am proud of them, and I thank them. These defense cuts, initially about the good faith and credit of the United And I would be remiss if I did not also $350 billion over 10 years—but espe- States, which would have a severe im- express my gratitude to Majority Lead- cially those that could result from se- pact on our standing in the world. er REID. He has a very difficult job in questration that could amount to an- This measure represents the begin- this body, and he deserves a tremen- other $500 billion—reflect minimal, if ning, not the end, of what I believe will dous amount of credit for helping get any, understanding of how they will be be a sustained national focus on get- us to this point. He fought hard for his applied or what impact they will have ting our fiscal house in order. We still caucus and their priorities, and I con- on our defense capabilities or our na- have a very long way to go and a great gratulate him on successfully negoti- tional security. While Secretary Pa- deal of hard work to do. Americans are ating a fair compromise on their be- netta has made it clear that a com- still hurting. Unemployment remains half. prehensive review will precede any de- at unacceptable levels and is estimated While I will support this bill, I have cisions he makes on further defense to continue to grow. We need to cut a great deal of concern about the direc- cuts, the Congress currently has no spending, spur economic growth, and tion this compromise takes defense specific indication of how the current get people back to work. These goals spending. I have said many times, de- debt compromise proposals would im- cannot be achieved by raising taxes on fense spending since 9/11—which was pact the size of our military forces, individuals and small businesses, and preceded by nearly a decade of drastic what changes they would require to they cannot be achieved by expanding reductions in military personnel, our compensation system, what equip- the size of government and massively equipment, and readiness—is not the ment and weapons would have to be increasing federal spending. It is time cause of the economic dilemma in cancelled as a result, or what addi- we learned from the lessons of the past, which we find ourselves. Cutting de- tional risk to the readiness and mod- and the past has taught us that we can- fense so deeply that long-term, cata- ernization of our forces and their not spend and tax our way to pros- strophic damage to our national secu- equipment we would have to accept. If perity. America has been driven down that road, and we nearly plunged off of rity interests would result will not Congress is to make informed decisions a cliff into economic disaster. I believe solve our deficit spending and debt about our national defense spending, that this measure will begin to put us problem. we need information like this, and it Since this year began, the President will have a crucial impact on how the on the right track. I urge my colleagues to seize this op- has already asked the Defense Depart- joint committee created under this portunity to put America back on a ment to cut more than $178 billion by compromise goes about its work. And path to fiscal solvency and vote in finding efficiencies and taking top-line based on that sort of information, we favor of this compromise. reductions in proposed defense spend- must do everything we can to avoid an Mr. KOHL. Mr. President, I rise ing over the next 5 years. But this com- exercise in blind sequestration of de- today to support the budget agreement promise deal before us will go much fense funds that could come into play if that has been so painstakingly nego- further, with initial defense cuts of the joint committee cannot find a way tiated over these past several weeks. about $350 billion over 10 years as part to find further cuts of $1.2 trillion or This is not a perfect bill, but it will of the initial agreement to raise the more that can be enacted into law. start to get our budget deficit under debt limit by just over $900 billion. For many months, we have been en- control. Failing to reach an agreement The bigger threat of cuts to national gaged in a political tug-of-war over and allowing our nation to default is security spending, however, will come whether we should raise the debt limit not an option. not during this first round but through and allow the President greater bor- Failing to raise the debt ceiling the actions of the joint committee this rowing authority. I joined my col- would mean failing to honor the obliga- bill establishes to find another $1.2 to leagues on this side of the aisle in our tions we have already made. Previous $1.5 trillion in cuts as an offset to the insistence that any increase in our Congresses and administrations have next increase in the debt limit that debt ceiling be accompanied by mean- always recognized this duty, raising will be required to get us from early ingful, real cuts in spending, not just the debt ceiling over 70 times since 2012 through the balance of the year typical Washington-style smoke and 1962. This is not a partisan issue. Presi- and into 2013. If the joint committee mirrors. I believe we achieved our goal dent George W. Bush signed seven debt cannot agree on a package of cuts that with this compromise. The deal before ceiling increases and President Clinton can be passed in both the House of Rep- us provides at least one dollar of actual signed four. President Reagan raised resentatives and the Senate and signed spending cuts, not gimmicks, for each the debt ceiling 18 times. into law by the President, then a se- dollar in debt limit increases. It We have also agreed to reduce our questration process would come into doesn’t raise a single dollar in taxes. Nation’s debt by over $2 trillion, which play that would automatically cut By including upfront cuts, a joint com- will help to put us on a more sustain- both defense and nondefense spending mittee, a balanced budget amendment, able fiscal path. Much of this budget in order to pay for the next $1.2 trillion BBA, vote, the debt disapproval process savings will be found by a new joint in debt ceiling increases. Such an and sequesters, it continues the pres- congressional committee. Their rec- across-the-board sequestration of de- sure on the President and Congress to ommendations will likely be similar to fense funding levels could add another continue cutting spending through the the Bowles-Simpson recommendations, nearly $500 billion to the roughly $350 next election and beyond. the Gang of 6 proposal, and other bipar- billion in cuts over the next 10 years. Some of my colleagues from the tisan efforts. At his confirmation hearing on July other side of the aisle have described I must say that I am disappointed we 26, GEN Martin Dempsey, who has been the debate on this issue as a ‘‘manufac- could not get a broader agreement to

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It is not a good ing to see happen, to have our Nation In fact, Speaker BOEHNER, in pre- sign that this bill would force only go off the cliff—was a deal predicated senting this legislation to his Repub- spending cuts if Congress fails to pass on sacrifice by the middle class and no lican conference, said that it would be the joint committee’s deficit reduction one else. effectively impossible for the joint bill. Refusing to put everything on the And so the agreement forged by the committee to raise revenue. This table means refusing to truly solve our President and congressional leaders is means that the joint committee could budget problem. by no measure ideal. It not only makes recommend legislation even more aus- Our system of government is built on fundamental concessions, but ignores tere and imbalanced than the $917 bil- compromise. This deal shows that the the No. 1 issue on the minds of Ameri- lion in cuts we are passing today. Re- Senate is still capable of governing, cans—which is how to address job cre- publicans could again choose to bal- and now we need to return imme- ation and the unemployment situation. ance the budget on the back of middle- diately to the most important job, get- In doing so, it also evades not only class Americans. What should make us ting our people back to work and get- common sense but ignores economists think that a few months down the road ting the economy back on track. who have warned that this trend to- Washington Republicans will sing an- Mr. REED. Mr. President, these are ward drastic cuts threaten to choke off other tune and be willing to put rev- challenging economic times and Re- a faltering recovery. Former Labor enue on the table? publicans have taken us to the edge of Secretary Robert Reich expressed these Cuts are about more than just num- the cliff. In the limited time left to sentiments in saying that the agree- bers. They are about priorities, and I prevent government default for the ment: ‘‘[. . .] hobbles the capacity of worry that the cuts from the joint first time in our Nation’s history, I the government to respond to the jobs committee or from sequestration would think we can all agree on at least one and growth crisis.’’ continue to be based on Republicans’ thing—the consequences of default ben- This agreement doesn’t extend unem- extreme ideological beliefs, and not on efit no one. That is why I made the ployment insurance at a time when too common sense priorities like jobs and necessary but difficult decision today many Americans remain out of work. the well-being of the middle class. to support an agreement to prevent our It doesn’t stave off automatic tax in- The bill before us has two outcomes as I see it. The unknowns of a joint economy from being driven off the creases on employers in distressed committee that, depending on who you cliff. States with outstanding loans from the Default and a downgrade of our cred- UI trust fund. Nor does it include com- talk to, will either fail spectacularly or it have the potential to cause job loss, mon sense measures to save jobs like succeed spectacularly in producing a higher interest rates, and another eco- work sharing, which has proved so ef- balanced proposal of shared sacrifice. The thought is that the threat of se- nomic recession or even a depression. fective in some of our states and questration, which should be consid- Unfortunately, the legislation before abroad, nor infrastructure spending to ered a meat cleaver approach to prior- us today only staves off potential de- create jobs. ities, could produce an equitable com- fault, while doing nothing to fuel job Instead, the first part of this agree- promise by the joint committee. Others creation and spur economic growth. In ment includes spending cuts that could believe sequestration will somehow be fact, it could well increase reces- hurt the middle class and those in ameliorated or avoided altogether— sionary pressures on the economy. need—nearly $1 trillion—at a time that Congress will somehow pass legis- As the richest country in the world, when Americans can literally least af- lation in the future to blunt its impact. we should never have reached this cri- ford it. While working men and women I hope those positive predictions pre- sis point. The United States always are coping with stagnant wages, 14 million other Americans are simply with- vail, but I am dubious. pays its bills. And, let’s be clear, the In this spirit, the agreement marks a out a job in an economy that is still bills we are talking about are not new turning point for our nation at an ex- climbing out of a deep economic reces- ones; they exist because of prior policy traordinary time. Following the Great sion. In Rhode Island the jobs situation decisions. Depression, we faced another set of ex- remains especially difficult and double- Fault for the linking default on our tenuating economic circumstances. debt and an ideological budget plan digit unemployment persists. And only after years of misguided cuts Rather than set in place a longer rests with my Republican colleagues. urged by fiscal conservatives, did the term debt reduction agreement that The President thought he could nego- Congress finally listen to those who would bring much-needed certainty to tiate a grand bargain, but it turned out voiced the need for spending to but- the economy, this agreement brings Republicans were not interested in tress economic growth. compromise. unnecessary uncertainty by tasking a It is widely known that the best way Since the onset of the debate sur- joint committee to come up with at to ensure economic recovery is to get rounding the need to raise the debt least $1.2 trillion in deficit reduction. people working—paying taxes and ceiling, the American people have These recommendations would receive stimulating demand that has a multi- made their position clear: They want a expedited consideration with no plying effect on our economy. fair and balanced approach to reducing amendments before the end of the year. Of course the irony of the situation the deficit. Like the majority of Amer- A failure of this committee to come up lies in how we got here. President Bush icans, I understand the need to get our with the required level of cuts or a re- was handed the biggest surplus on fiscal house in order, and I took tough jection by the Congress or a veto by record, $236 billion—indeed, we had 3 votes in the 1990s to create a record the President of the committee’s rec- straight years of budget surplus before budget surplus. On Sunday, I also voted ommendations would mean sequestra- he drowned our Nation in red ink as far for a plan that would have controlled tion—automatic across the board cuts, as the eye can see. spending to a greater extent than the half to domestic and half to defense In fact, Republicans at the time were bill before us today. spending. concerned the budget surplus—which As in the 1990s, and so many other I support the need to make continued was projected to be $5.6 trillion over 10 times in the past, reining in the budget decisions to eliminate wasteful and du- years—was in itself a danger. Federal deficit has meant spending cuts and plicative spending, and I perhaps this Reserve Chairmen Greenspan expressed revenue from closing loopholes in the committee could come to a fair and this sentiment: ‘‘The emerging key fis- Tax Code enjoyed by the wealthiest balanced approach. Yet there remains a cal policy need is to address the impli- Americans and biggest corporations. real likelihood that Republicans could cations of maintaining surpluses be- Despite this precedent and the fact very well dig in again on the question yond the point at which publicly held that such changes would not take ef- of ending tax giveaways to very profit- debt is effectively eliminated.’’ fect in the short term, Republicans re- able corporations and millionaires and The resulting Bush policies—led by fused to accept a balanced approach. call for drastic changes to Social Secu- the $1.8 trillion tax cuts skewed to the

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To give some comparison, our cur- achieve significant and smart deficit spend policies, with some movement rent-dollar-GDP, the market value of reduction in the future. down the road to fiscal responsibility. the Nation’s output of goods and serv- In the words of President Franklin The bill sets us on a course that, if ices, is approximately $15 trillion. Delano Roosevelt during his second in- we adhere to it, will eventually enable While Americans are hard pressed to augural address, ‘‘Government is com- us to balance our budget, draw down make ends meet and find work in an petent when all who compose it work our debt, put entitlement programs on economy that isn’t creating enough as trustees for the whole people.’’ a sustainable path, and create the con- jobs, the largest corporations are doing Now is one of those pivotal times in ditions for strong economic growth. extremely well. our Nation’s history, where we face a That it could have been better is abso- We are seeing now corporations rack stark choice that requires us to make lutely true as a substantive matter, up huge profits. The nonfinancial mem- sacrifices that put nation ahead of self. but politically, the White House and bers of the S&P 500 index are sitting on For over 200 years, this country has the tax-and-spend Democrats in Con- about $1.1 trillion in cash. The Federal been known as a hallmark of economic gress would not agree to more. They Reserve indicated similarly that non- stability. We have always paid our bills control this Chamber and the executive financial businesses have about $1.9 regardless of who was President and branch of government. trillion in cash defined as liquid assets. what party was in charge. A second premise of Republican lead- We need policies that get businesses to Now that this manufactured crisis make investments that put Americans ership was that the U.S. Government that has distracted us for too long is must pay its bills, not just to investors back to work. over, we need to get to the business of So a better approach would involve a in U.S. bonds but to fulfill its commit- putting Americans back to work. ments to the American people. From serious commitment to deficit reduc- Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, I cannot Social Security to national defense, we tion that asks more from all Ameri- support this plan because it fails to ac- have obligations that Republicans in- cans in the interest of our Nation’s tually solve our debt problem, fails to sist must be met. So default was not an long-term economic wellbeing. It diminish the risk of a credit rating option. That meant agreeing to terms would be bigger than the bill before us, downgrade and is not a long-term solu- for a debt extension that satisfied nei- perhaps closer to $4 trillion in debt re- tion to avert a debt crisis. This plan ther party. duction, because it would be balanced still adds at least $7 trillion to our debt and would call for shared sacrifice. It over 10 years. It fails to immediately Another premise is to focus on job would ask the wealthiest Americans start downsizing government, leaving creation and restoring a healthy econ- and largest corporations to pay their 98 percent of deficit reduction until omy. That meant not only con- fair share instead of relying solely on after the 2012 election. By not address- straining Washington spending through spending cuts that will hurt programs ing the biggest driver of our debt, greater accountability but preventing that Americans depend on particularly health care spending, this plan ensures job-killing tax hikes. In this, we suc- when economic growth remains fragile. Medicare’s looming bankruptcy, while ceeded. Contrary to some public talk, This view is in line with numerous eco- protecting ObamaCare’s $2.6 trillion there is nothing in this legislation that nomic experts who have voiced concern blank check. would cause future tax increases. If about how cutting back too soon could It contains no real structural reforms there were, I would not support this undermine our recovery. to spending, such as a constitutional legislation. A better bill would finally discard balanced budget amendment. It fails to With this legislation, we have pre- the perverse tax loopholes that reward reduce spending by what credit rating vented tax increases demanded by the companies that ship jobs overseas and agencies say is at least $4 trillion to President, cut spending over the next end ethanol subsidy giveaways to prof- avert a downgrade. Worst of all is that 10 years, and created a mechanism to itable corporations. Put simply, a bal- at a time of 9.2 percent unemployment, address additional savings, especially anced approach wouldn’t ask nursing this plan fails to include pro-growth in programs such as Medicare, Med- home residents to sacrifice without icaid, and Social Security, all of which asking the same of wealthy folks. measures to help get people back to work and create new taxpayers to help will eventually default on their com- In fact, I have voted for plans that mitments without reform, and we took this balanced approach in 1993 and us pay down the debt. In fact, I fear that the new ‘‘Supercommittee’’ in this averted a credit crisis for the U.S. Gov- 1997 and helped create a record surplus. ernment. I have also voted against those pro- bill could lead to expedited consider- Here is why I have such serious res- posals that have built up this mound of ation of big tax hikes on our struggling debt—including the unfunded Bush tax economy. And if Congress rejects new ervations about the legislation. In an cuts skewed to the wealthy; an unpaid taxes, then up to $850 billion of dev- effort to extract a pound of flesh from for war in Iraq for which we have paid astating automatic defense spending Republicans, the White House, frus- dearly; and the unpaid for, costly, and cuts would be triggered at a time when trated that it could not raise taxes, in- ill-designed Medicare prescription drug the world is as dangerous as it has ever sisted on massive cuts in defense plan. been. spending—some $350 billion, by White We are also missing an opportunity Americans are looking at Wash- House reckoning, over the next 10 to address the broader problems facing ington with anger, disgust and concern years, potentially $18 billion less than middle-class Americans. They are that maybe America’s problems are the President’s own budget just for struggling in large part because we are just too big for our leaders to solve. As next year. Moreover, the White House going down a road of conservative ide- I outlined in the Wall Street Journal insisted that defense suffer an addi- ology rather than common sense. We on March 30, 2011, keeping America ex- tional $492 billion in cuts over the same need to work on economic growth ceptional will require spending cuts period if the select committee set up through education, infrastructure, cur- and caps, saving Medicare and Social by this bill fails to produce or Congress rency exchange fairness, a trade policy Security from bankruptcy, a constitu- refuses to adopt recommendations on that supports our manufacturers, and tional balanced budget amendment, how to cut overall government spend- yes even tax reform to simplify our tax reform and regulatory reform. ing to meet the goals of the bill. system but not as an excuse for more Above all, it will require courage. Mind you, these cuts in defense were tax giveaways like the Bush tax cuts. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- not the result of careful planning and Just as I have taken tough votes in ator from Arizona. analysis. They were just arbitrary per- the past to ensure the long-term pros- Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I will sup- centages thrown out in negotiations, perity of our Nation, today’s vote was port this legislation but with very seri- totally unconnected to actual defense another difficult choice. ous reservations. requirements. Worse, the cuts that

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The word ‘‘Armageddon’’ was wanted to discuss with my colleague led by former Senator Pete Domenici used to characterize this scheme. Can the consequences of missing these and former CBO and OMB Director you imagine anything more irrespon- deadlines. Alice Rivlin. And we just had the so- sible, for the Commander in Chief of Section 402(g) of the amendment be- called Group of 6, a bipartisan group of the military to promote—not just pro- fore us makes clear that if the joint Senators, including Senator CONRAD, mote but insist on the knowing de- committee fails to meet the November and Senators WARNER, CHAMBLISS, struction of the U.S. military as a 23 deadline to vote on the report and DURBIN, CRAPO, and COBURN. All three means to threaten Congress? proposed language, or if the Congress of these groups decided that given the The theory was that the con- fails to meet the December 23 deadline comprehensive and complex nature of sequences of inaction by the Congress to pass the joint committee bill, then the work that they were doing, they must be so severe that no responsible the joint committee bill will lose its needed to take advantage of the flexi- Senator or Representative could dare privilege. It would cease to benefit bility to measure the effects of their allow the result that we would be from expedited procedures under this proposals against the most accurate forced to accept the select committee amendment. benchmark possible. I believe that it is recommendations on pain of seeing the But I also want to make clear that if critical that the joint committee have U.S. military decimated. This should the joint committee or Congress fails the same flexibility to decide on and never have been agreed to by Members to meet other deadlines in the title of Congress but most of all never pro- use the most appropriate baseline pos- creating the joint committee, then moted by the President. To me, it sible for its work. that failure would not lead to a loss of I believe that the legislation that we comes close to violating our oath of of- privilege. We attached special impor- will vote on today accomplishes that, fice and the President’s responsibilities tance to the deadlines for the com- most directly by mandating the joint as Commander in Chief. But it is done. mittee to vote and the Congress ulti- My vote will not change it. committee to include a statement of The best way for me to avoid this Ar- mately to act. deficit reduction as part of the legisla- mageddon is to stay in the fight and, if And so, I would like to inquire tion it must vote on. There are no con- necessary, urge my colleagues to dis- whether the Republican leader agrees ditions on that statement. But, obvi- regard this provision. Sixty Senators with that assessment. ously, the legislation will need to have CCONNELL. Mr. President, I would have to agree. But I cannot Mr. M bipartisan support to pass the House imagine Senators, and even the Presi- agree with the majority leader. We did and Senate. dent, when faced with the actual versus attach special importance to the dead- I wonder if the chairman of the Budg- the hypothetical choice of knowingly lines for the committee to vote and the et Committee would agree with my destroying our military capacity to Congress ultimately to act. And we did conclusion. protect the United States, would allow not intend for failure to meet other Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I think it to happen when we would have the deadlines in the title to cause the joint it is absolutely correct that the flexi- ability to prevent it. As reckless as committee bill to lose its privilege. bility exists for the Joint Committee this President is to even contemplate, Mr. REID. Mr. President, I would like to determine the benchmark it wishes much less threaten, to incapacitate our to engage in a colloquy with my col- to use and that such flexibility is en- military, I cannot imagine the Amer- league the chairman of the Budget tirely appropriate given the cir- ican people would countenance such ac- Committee, Senator CONRAD, who cumstances. tion. worked with me as we drafted the joint The leader mentioned three bipar- As I evaluate the work of the com- committee language in this bill. tisan groups that came to a similar mittee, if anyone says to me, remem- The compromise we are voting on conclusion. I was a member of two of ber, the trigger is Armageddon for the today on the debt limit establishes the those groups, the President’s Fiscal U.S. military, my response will be, Joint Select Committee on Deficit Re- Commission and the so-called Group of let’s take that debate to the American duction to build on the more than $900 6. We devoted considerable time to con- people and let them decide. The billion in up-front deficit reduction in sidering the most appropriate baseline thought that this trigger would force the bill. The joint committee would to use in our deliberations given our Senators to make unwise concessions work to achieve another $1.5 trillion in goals. In both cases, on a bipartisan underestimates the American people’s deficit reduction, for a total of $2.4 tril- basis, we decided what made the most commitment to their own security. lion. This important joint committee sense was not a standard current law The White House is miscalculating. It will be bicameral and bipartisan, with baseline, as CBO normally uses for the is so Draconian that it will not work. three members selected by each of the work we do around here, but a baseline Even this President could not imple- four congressional leaders, for a total that was adjusted for more realistic ment it. of 12 members, evenly split between policies, such as more realistic war So because we cannot default in our Democrats and Republicans. Impor- costs, more realistic tax policies, and commitments, because we have to start tantly, their recommendations will be more realistic health spending given somewhere on our new journey toward guaranteed an up-or-down vote on the the need to regularly provide the so- fiscal sanity—and this is a good start— floor of both the Senate and the House. called doc fix. I can tell the leader that because we have to focus on job cre- For this historic process to work, we having that flexibility was critical to ation, not more taxes that will kill job felt it important that the joint com- both groups reaching completion of its creation, we should adopt this legisla- mittee be given maximum flexibility, work. The joint committee should have tion. But because of its irresponsible with everything on the table—discre- that same flexibility, and I believe the and dangerous, even cavalier treatment tionary spending, entitlements and bill provides it. of national defense, we will need to other mandatory spending, and tax re- Mr. REID. I thank the chairman of work very hard to restore spending form. To accomplish this goal, the the Budget Committee, who is the Sen- necessary for our national security and joint committee should similarly be ate’s expert on such matters. commit to reject the threat of Arma- given maximum flexibility in how it Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, geddon inserted into this bill by the analyzes its work and how it deter- over the past few weeks, Congress has White House. mines that it has met the target of $1.5 been engaged in a very important de- (Mr. DURBIN assumed the Chair.) trillion in deficit reduction. bate. It may have been messy, it might JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE Mr. President, over the past year, we have appeared to some as though their Mr. REID. Mr. President, I would like have had three distinguished bipartisan government wasn’t working, but in to engage in a colloquy with my friend groups provide us with comprehensive fact the opposite was true. The push

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It protects cutting committee are serious people Europe is that Presidents and majority the American people from a govern- who put the best interests of the Amer- parties here can’t just bring about ment default that would have affected ican people and the principles that we change on a dime, as much as they every single one of them in one way or have fought for throughout this debate might wish to from time to time. That another. It puts in place a powerful first. But before we move to the next is what checks and balances is all joint committee that will recommend steps, I would like to say a word about about, and that is the kind of balance further cuts and much-needed reforms. some of those who made today’s vote Americans voted for in November. The It doesn’t include a dime, not a dime, possible, and I will start with Speaker American people sent a wave of new in job-killing tax hikes at a moment BOEHNER. lawmakers to Congress in last Novem- when our economy can least afford It should be noted that he helped set ber’s election with a very clear man- them. Crucially, it ensures the debate the terms of this debate by insisting date: Put our Nation’s fiscal house in over a balanced budget amendment early on that we would oppose any debt order. Those of us who had been fight- continues and that it actually gets a limit that didn’t include cuts that were ing the big government policies of vote. greater than the amount the debt limit Democratic majorities in Congress wel- This is no small feat when one con- would be raised, and he stuck to his comed them into our ranks. Together, siders that last week the President was guns. The Speaker and I worked shoul- we have held the line, and slowly but still demanding tax hikes as part of der to shoulder over the past few surely we have started turning things any debt ceiling increase, and that as months, and it certainly has been a around. That is why those who think recently as May, the President’s top pleasure. He has been a real partner, that no problem is too big or too small economic adviser said it was ‘‘insane’’ and I assure my colleagues we wouldn’t for government to solve are very wor- for anybody to even consider tying the be here without him. ried right now. They are afraid the debt ceiling to spending cuts. It is So I want to thank the Speaker and the entire Republican leadership in the American people may actually win the worth noting that 21⁄2 months later, larger debate we have been having that adviser is no longer working at House for standing on principle, and I want to thank my Republican col- around here about the size and the the White House and the President is leagues in the Senate for their deter- scope of government and that the now agreeing, as a condition of raising mination, their ideas, and their sup- spending spree may actually be coming the debt ceiling, to trillions of dollars port. We wouldn’t be here without to an end. They can’t believe those who in spending cuts. Let me be clear: The legislation the them either. stood up for limited government and I thank my friend, the majority lead- Senate is about to vote on is just a accountability have actually changed er, for his work in getting this agree- first step. But it is a crucial step to- the terms of the debate here in Wash- ment over the finish line. We may dis- ward fiscal sanity and its potentially ington. But today, they have no choice agree a lot, but I hope everyone real- remarkable achievement given the but to admit it. izes it is never ever personal. I think I know for some of our colleagues re- lengths to which some in Washington today we can prove that, when it comes form isn’t coming as fast as they would have gone to ensure a status quo that down to it, we will get together when wish, and I certainly understand their is suffocating growth, crippling the the greater good is at stake. frustration. I too wish we could stand economy, and imperiling entitlements. I also thank the President and the here today enacting something much We have had to settle for less than Vice President and everyone on their more ambitious. But I am encouraged we wanted, but what we have achieved staffs who believed, as we did, that de- by the thought these new Senators will is in no way insignificant. We did it be- spite our many differences we could all help lead this fight until we finish the cause we had something Democrats agree that America would not default job. I want to assure them that today, didn’t have: Republicans may only con- on its obligations. It is a testament to although they may not see it this way, trol one-half of one-third of the govern- the goodwill of those on both sides that they have actually won this debate. ment in Washington, but the American we were able to reach this agreement In a few minutes, the Senate will people agreed with us on the nature of in time. Neither side wanted to see the vote on legislation that represents a the problem. They know government government default, and I am pleased new way of doing business in Wash- didn’t accumulate $14.5 trillion in debt we were able to work together to avoid ington. First, it creates an entirely because it didn’t tax enough. If some- it. new template for raising the Nation’s one is spending themselves into obliv- This bill does not solve the problem, debt limit. One of the most important ion, the solution isn’t to spend more; it but it at least forces Washington to aspects of this legislation is the fact is to spend less. admit that it has one. The bill doesn’t that never again will any President, Neither side got everything it wanted solve the problem, but it forces Wash- from either party, be allowed to raise in these negotiations, but I think it ington to admit that it has one. It puts the debt ceiling without being held ac- was the view of those in my party that us on a path to recovery. We are no- countable for it by the American peo- we tried to get as much in spending where near where we need to be in ple, and, in addition, without having to cuts as we could from a government we terms of restoring balance, but there engage in the kind of debate we have didn’t control. Our view was we would should be absolutely no doubt about just come through. Because, you see, get as much in spending reduction as this: We have changed the debate, we whoever the next President is will be we could from a government we didn’t are headed in the right direction, and back asking to raise the debt ceiling control. That is what we have done people are wondering how it happened. again, and it will provide another op- with this bipartisan agreement. Well, it happened because the Amer- portunity for us to focus on the subject This is not the deficit-reduction ican people demanded it. raised by the request to raise the debt package I would have written. The fact So in the end, we are back to where ceiling. that we are on a pace to add another $7 we started. The only reason we are So we will be back at it—probably in trillion to the debt over the next 10 talking about passing legislation that the early part of 2013—trying to con- years is certainly nothing to celebrate. reins in the size of Washington instead tinue to make progress toward reduc- But getting it there from more than $9 of growing it is because the American ing the size and scope of government trillion the President continued to de- people believed they could have a real and reducing our spending. This kind of fend until recently is no defeat either. impact on the direction of their gov- discussion isn’t something to dread, it Slowing down the big government ernment. They spoke out and we heard is something to welcome. While the freight train from its current trajec- them. It is only through their contin- President may not have particularly tory will give us the time we need to ued participation in this process, and

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The American people are not party, if they do the right thing, it is up this last year and, in particular, impressed with the no new revenue. going to be painful because, to be fair, these last few months right here in The vast majority of Democrats, Inde- we have to move forward. There has to Washington than that. pendents, and Republicans think this be equal spending cuts. There has to be The American people want to see ac- arrangement we have just done is un- some revenue that matches that. countability and cooperation in Wash- fair because the richest of the rich The legislation that is going to be ington, and they want to see that we have contributed nothing. The burden sent to the President today ends the are working together to get our fiscal of what has taken place is on the mid- standoff that ground the work of Wash- house in order. This legislation doesn’t dle class and the poor. ington to a halt this summer. So Con- get us there, but for the first time in a My friend talks about no new taxes. gress must now return to its most im- very long time I think we can say to Mr. President, if their theory was portant job: creating jobs. the American people that we are fi- right, with these huge taxes that took Mr. President, there are things we nally facing in the right direction. For place during the Bush 8 years, the can do to create jobs and we know that, we have them to thank. economy should be thriving. These tax that. We passed out of here quickly the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- cuts have not helped the economy. The patent bill: 27,000 jobs we are told that jority leader, the Senator from Nevada. loss of 8 million jobs during the Bush 8 legislation will create. So we will move Mr. REID. Mr. President, the eyes of years, two wars started, unfunded, all to that; the first time we get back the American people and the world on borrowed money, these tax cuts all after the summer break, we are going have been watching Washington very on borrowed money; if the tax cuts to move to the patent legislation. It is closely this past week. While they wit- were so good, the economy should be important we do that. There is other nessed a lot of political wrangling, thriving. work we can do. There is legislation they also saw Congress make some his- If we go back to the prior 8 years dur- out there that should be bipartisan in torically important decisions and avert ing President Clinton’s administration, nature that we can do. We have a high- a default on our debt that has been so 23 million new jobs were created. We way bill that is due. concerning to all of us for such a long had, when President Bush took office, a I have spoken to the chairman of the period of time. surplus over 10 years of $7 trillion. Finance Committee today, and there Our country was literally on the That has evaporated, and now we are are ways we can fund that that should verge of a disaster. It was on the brink talking about a $14 trillion debt. be in keeping with the bipartisan ap- of a disaster. With 1 day left, we were The compromise we reached is imper- proach. able to get together and avert that dis- fect, and we are going to send legisla- The important thing we have, Mr. aster. tion to the President today that will President, with these infrastructure Now, this compromise that we have not only avert the default but make jobs we need so very much, is that for reached is not perfect. significant desperate reduction. Is it every $1 billion we spend in infrastruc- Mr. President, could we have order, enough? I repeat, no, it is not enough. ture, we create 47,500 high-paying jobs. please. This legislation will provide our econ- A lot of other jobs spin off from that. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- omy with the stability it desperately Now, this isn’t where you have $1 bil- ate will please come to order. needs. lion and you have all these Federal We welcome all our visitors, and we To assure Congress that we will con- Government jobs. These are moneys want to make it clear that any disturb- tinue working—and I said this yester- that go to the private sector to build ance or manifestation of approval or day, I say it again. I appreciate my roads and bridges and dams. We need to disapproval is prohibited under the friend, the Republican leader, putting do that, and we can do that. Clean en- Senate rules. his arms around the idea that I came ergy jobs are changing the face of this The majority leader may proceed. up with to have this joint committee. Nation. We need to do that. Mr. REID. I appreciate the kind They have worked in decades past. I am optimistic and hopeful that the words that my counterpart, Senator There is no reason it can’t work now. spirit of compromise that has taken MCCONNELL, has stated. I have gotten There is no supermajority. Each leader root in Washington the last several to know him and Speaker BOEHNER a will appoint 3, a committee of 12. days will endure. I hope my Republican lot better this past month or two, espe- We need to do something because the colleagues will join forces with Demo- cially the Speaker. Even though I dis- trigger that kicks in is very difficult. crats when we get back to work and agree vehemently with the direction We need to do this, and it has to be one not be looking for winners in political the Speaker’s legislation took, with no that is fair. The American people de- parties. Let’s start looking for winners bipartisan support at all, it is not the mand fairness. It can’t be more cuts to with the American people. product we have here. The product we programs that have made this country We have made progress toward our have here is one of compromise. what it is. There must be a sharing of goal of cutting the deficit spending Without trying to outline who the sacrifice. It is unfair for billionaires that we have around here. This Nation winners are, there is principally one and multimillionaires not to con- still faces a jobs deficit as well. There winner throughout all this, and that is tribute to the arrangement that we is no issue more important to the the American people. We settled for have just made, but they are not. American people than job creation. less than we wanted; so did my friend, My friends, the Republicans, held Until every American who chooses to the leader of the Republicans, settle for firm on no revenue, which is too bad. work can find a job, our job is undone. less than he wanted. But that is the We need to have a fair approach to this So we are going to continue making way legislation works. That is the way joint committee, and I am confident we jobs our No. 1 priority. We ask the Re- compromise works. But I can’t let go will do that. The one reason we are publicans to join us in this regard. without responding to my friend, who going to do that is because the trigger Adlai Stevenson once called politics boasted in his own way about the new mechanism kicks in. ‘‘the people’s business, the most impor- Senators and new Members of Congress To this committee that is going to be tant business there is.’’ It is time for who came here. appointed, the Members must have Congress to get back to doing the peo- I welcome them all. But a result of open minds. We have had too much ple’s business, creating jobs. Nothing is the tea party direction of this Congress talk the last few days, as early as this more important than that. the last few months has been very dis- morning, Republican leaders in the Mr. President, I ask for the yeas and concerting and very unfair to the Senate saying there will be no revenue. nays on my motion to concur.

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But I would like to address The result was announced—yeas 74, gress. With the passage today of the briefly some revisionist fiscal history nays 26, as follows: Budget Control Act of 2011, we have that we have heard repeated during [Rollcall Vote No. 123 Leg.] avoided a default on our national debt, that debate. YEAS—74 we have made a significant downpay- We have heard this historical ac- Akaka Durbin Mikulski ment on our deficit, and we are estab- count often over the past decade. You Alexander Enzi Murkowski lishing a Joint Select Committee that hear it from our friends on the other Barrasso Feinstein Murray provides a real opportunity to achieve side whenever the Senate discusses Baucus Franken Nelson (FL) even greater deficit reduction by the Begich Hagan Portman spending policy and tax policy. I have Bennet Hoeven Pryor end of this year. noticed that the arguments boil down Bingaman Hutchison Reed As chairman of the Senate Budget to two points. My friend and colleague, Blumenthal Inouye Reid Committee, I am privileged to have a the former chairman and ranking Blunt Isakson Risch staff of dedicated professionals who ad- Boozman Johanns Roberts member of the Senate Finance Com- Boxer Johnson (SD) vise me on the complicated budget Rockefeller mittee, Senator GRASSLEY, came up Brown (MA) Kerry Schumer issues that have been before this body. Brown (OH) Kirk with this thumbnail description of this Shaheen My staff also shares its expertise with Burr Klobuchar creative historical account. Snowe Cantwell Kohl Members on both sides of the aisle. First, all of the ‘‘good’’ fiscal history Cardin Kyl Stabenow They are a credit to the Senate, and I Carper Landrieu Tester of the 1990s was derived from the par- Thune would like to take this opportunity to tisan tax increase bill of 1993. Casey Leahy thank them for their hard work during Cochran Levin Udall (CO) And second, all of the ‘‘bad’’ fiscal Udall (NM) the session. Collins Lieberman history taking place within the past 10 Conrad Lugar Warner Budget Committee staff director years is because of the bipartisan tax Coons Manchin Webb Mary Naylor deserves particular credit Corker McCain Whitehouse relief plans originally enacted during for putting together a team that regu- Cornyn McCaskill Wicker the last administration and continued larly provides thorough and accurate Crapo McConnell Wyden under the present administration. NAYS—26 analysis, often on incredibly short notice. Deputy staff director John Right- You could go one step further and, as Ayotte Hatch Nelson (NE) er also deserves a special mention. Mr. a policy premise, refine that thumbnail Chambliss Heller Paul description to two short sentences. Coats Inhofe Righter’s mastery of baselines and Rubio First sentence—lower taxes are bad. Coburn Johnson (WI) Sanders scoring has been invaluable as we have DeMint Lautenberg Sessions Second sentence—higher taxes are Gillibrand Lee developed and compared various plans Shelby to address our long-term fiscal issues. good. Not surprisingly, these revi- Graham Menendez Toomey sionist historians support higher taxes Grassley Merkley Vitter Deputy staff director Joel Friedman Harkin Moran and committee chief counsel Joe Gaeta and higher government spending. And The PRESIDING OFFICER. On this have also played a critical role in the not surprisingly, the revisionists op- question, the yeas are 74 and the nays committee’s work this session. pose cutting taxes and cutting govern- are 26. The motion to concur on the The committee has a dedicated comment spending. House amendment to S. 365 is agreed munications staff, including Stu Since time is short today, I direct to. Nagurka, Steve Posner, Adam Hughes, folks to Senate floor remarks I made Mr. REID. Mr. President, I move to and Kobye Noel, that ensures that the on February 14, 2011. They are avail- reconsider the vote. committee’s analysis is made available able on the Senate Finance Committee Mrs. BOXER. I move to lay that mo- to Members and the general public in a under the Ranking Members Newsroom tion on the table. clear, concise, and timely manner. In tab for that date. But it is important The motion to lay on the table was addition, committee analysts Steve to reiterate the main point of those re- agreed to. Bailey, Jeannie Biniek, Amy Edwards, marks. Basically the assertion by our Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, Jennifer Hanson-Kilbride, Robyn friends on the other side that raising while this agreement to raise the debt Hiestand, Mike Jones, Sarah Kuehl taxes is the key to all good fiscal his- ceiling and cut spending is far from Egge, Matthew Levy, Jim Miller, Matt tory can be summarily dismissed. perfect, it averts a financial catas- Mohning, Michael Obeiter, Miles Let’s take a quick view of the 1990s trophe that would stifle job creation Patrie, and Brandon Teachout each data. According to the Clinton admin- and stall our fragile economic growth. have expertise in specific policy areas istration’s Office of Management and Default would have increased interest that has proven invaluable to me as Budget—or OMB—the impact of the rates for every American with a mort- the committee has reviewed every as- much-bragged about tax hike bill of gage, car loan, student debt or credit pect of the Federal budget. The com- 1993 was minimal. The Clinton adminis- card. For these reasons, I voted to sup- mittee’s support staff and staff assist- tration’s OMB concluded that the 1993 port this agreement. ants, Anne Page, Josh Ryan, Ben tax increase accounted for only 13 per- Critically, the deal protects Social Soskin, and Ronald Storhaug have cent of deficit reduction between 1990 Security, Medicaid, Medicare and vet- worked late nights and weekends to and 2000. Thirteen percent puts the 1993 erans from benefit cuts and leaves open make sure we all meet the demands tax increase behind other factors such future opportunities to fight tax loop- placed on us. And finally, I would like as defense cuts, other revenue, and in- holes, sweetheart deals and giveaways to recognize committee’s chief clerk terest savings. The data show that tax for special interests. I will certainly Lynne Seymour and administrative increases did not drive deficit reduc- continue these fights and seek com- staffers George Woodall, Letitia tion. prehensive tax reform to guarantee Fletcher, Cathey Dugan, and Kathleen So as a matter of fact, only 13 per- that there is a fair balance and truly Llewellyn-Butts, who provide support cent of the positive fiscal history of the shared sacrifice. to both sides of the Budget Committee. 1990s is due to the partisan 1993 tax in- Now more than ever, we must move We as Senators place incredible decrease? That is it. Thirteen percent. to focus on our number one priority— mands on our staff, and they deserve to Well, what about the last decade? creating jobs and spurring economic have their service to this institution The period of 2001–2010 saw a lot of defi- growth. Americans are still hurting, and our country recognized. As we cits. From what you hear from our seeking to find work, stay in their move to the next chapter of our debate friends on the other side, those deficits

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At the $1.6 trillion deficit for the current accountability, reason, and trans- the start of 2001, as everyone agrees, fiscal year, and the unrestrained and parency to the decisions this supercom- CBO projected a surplus of $5.6 trillion. skyrocketing growth of Government mittee makes and presents to Congress Over the decade, deficits of $6.2 trillion programs and services, this vote com- for an up-or-down vote. materialized. That’s a swing of $11.8 mences the debate that will lead our This legislation initially exempts So- trillion. What did CBO say were the Government to reevaluate priorities cial Security, Medicaid, and veterans causes? My friends on the other side and examine its spending with a crit- programs from spending cuts. After the might be surprised to learn. ical eye. initial cuts are implemented, I am Higher spending accounts for 44 per- Today’s vote was critical to main- deeply concerned that the supercom- cent of the change. Let me repeat that. taining our country’s financial credi- mittee could seek savings from Medi- Higher spending was the biggest driver bility, and it was the first step in what care, Medicaid, and defense spending. of the deficits of the last decade. Eco- will be many to rein in the U.S. Gov- The committee has to recommend solid nomic and technical changes in the es- ernment’s out-of-control spending. recommendations that Congress must timates accounted for 28 percent of the This bill reduces current spending, caps act upon in order to avoid automatic change. So all tax relief, including the future spending, and controls pre- cuts designed to incentivize Congress tax relief passed by Democratic Con- viously unrestrained Government to fulfill this responsibility. Indeed, if gresses and tax relief signed into law budgets over the next decade, while the committee’s recommendations are by President Obama, accounts for 28 also protecting critical Social Security not adopted by Congress, automatic percent. The tax relief legislation, benefits. cuts to Medicare providers and defense much maligned by our friends on the Just weeks ago, the United States spending could go into effect while other side, accounts for less than half was warned it would lose its stellar Medicaid would be exempt. For these of the fiscal change attributable to tax AAA credit rating on two grounds: if reasons, I will be especially vigilant relief. Specifically, the bipartisan tax Washington did nothing to address its about the work of the supercommittee relief bills of 2001 and 2003, including debt and deficit spending, and if Con- to ensure that its recommendations the AMT patches in those bills, ac- gress failed to raise the debt ceiling, achieve an equitable outcome. counted for 13.7 percent of the fiscal thus triggering a default. This vote ad- Moreover, this bill should have in- change of the last decade. That is not dresses both issues by, for the first cluded a pro-growth strategy for our ORRIN HATCH speaking. It’s the non- time in history, requiring spending re- economy to address our cumbersome partisan congressional scorekeeper, ductions equal or greater to the Tax Code, overly onerous and ineffi- CBO. amount the debt ceiling is raised. That cient regulatory scheme, and a moun- So how much of the bad fiscal history is indeed a first, positive step toward tain of new health care costs. I have of the last decade is attributable to tax making our Government accountable long advocated for a major overhaul of relief? Twenty-eight percent. That is to its people. our Tax Code, regulatory reform, and a it. And that includes partisan bills like This action was critically important pro-jobs agenda. Indeed, throughout the stimulus. If you isolate the bipar- to every family in America. A default this year I have repeatedly called on tisan bills that are the object of sharp would have resulted in a downgrade in our President and this Congress to criticism by our friends on the other our Nation’s credit rating and trig- focus with laser-like precision on jobs side, the 2001 and 2003 legislation, gered higher interest rates for bor- and the economy. Once again, I call on you’ll find that those bills account for rowing at all levels, from the Federal the President and the Congress to im- only 13.7 percent of the fiscal change in Government, to states and municipali- mediately turn to focus on concrete the last decade. Abnormally low levels of spending ties, to every American who has a measures that will actually put Ameri- contributed significantly to the sur- mortgage, a car loan, a student loan, or cans back to work. Indisputably, debt and deficits are a pluses of the 1990s. Abnormally high a credit card. Failure to pass this bill dangerous combination at a time when spending drove the deficits of the past would have put retirement funds at we are experiencing an unprecedented decade. Abnormally high spending is risk at a time when seniors are looking driving our current deficits, and it will for financial stability and counting on period of long-term unemployment drive our future deficits as well. predictability in their retirement in- with more than 22 million Americans To my friends on the other side, if we come. unemployed or underemployed, and an- focus instead on hiking taxes way While no one can predict how the rat- other 2.2 million who want a job, but above their historic average, we are ings agencies will react to this legisla- are so discouraged they stopped look- misreading and mistreating the prob- tion, it at least signals that our coun- ing for work altogether. In the 29 lem. The reason for our previous sur- try is serious about getting its finan- months since President Obama took of- pluses was low spending. And the rea- cial situation in order. In addition, it fice, unemployment has dipped below 9 son for our current deficits is high requires Congress to vote on a balanced percent for only 5 months, and actually spending. We cannot tax our way to fis- budget amendment to the Constitu- increased to 9.2 percent in June. Manu- cal health. tion, which is a commonsense reform I facturing grew at the slowest pace in 2 But that said, for those of my friends have championed since I came to Con- years in July. The housing downturn is on the other side who think that rais- gress. Mandating the Federal Govern- worsening, with no plausible end to ing taxes is the key to our economic ment to do what nearly every State foreclosures in sight. Home prices in recovery and deficit reduction, I urge legislature is already required to March fell to their lowest level since them to come to the floor and tell us achieve sends a message to every 2002. Consumers, confronted with high- how high they want to raise rates. American and the world that Wash- er gas and food prices, are spending less What will do the trick? If higher taxes ington finally gets it, and at last un- on discretionary items. are the cure to our economic woes, do derstands the consequences of failing And yet at a moment when every dol- we want to go back to the pre-1986 re- to control spending. Let there be no lar Government spends should be wise- form rates of 50 percent? Or how about mistake—we can no longer accept ly dedicated to job creation to return the Carter era rates of 70 percent? Or budgets that compromise our economic us on the path to prosperity, we are maybe even the pre-Kennedy rates of 91 growth, living standards, or opportuni- forced to commit an astounding $200 percent? How high should rates go in ties that have been a hallmark of billion per year just to service our order to bring down the deficit and America’s greatness. debt. The cost of net interest alone will spur our economic recovery? Though this agreement is historic, I more than double in the next 10 years I want to know and America wants to have grave concerns about the super- to reach nearly $1 trillion per year in know. committee established by this legisla- 2021. In fact, the CBO’s most recent

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Only the people icit would balloon by $1.3 trillion from times. General Dempsey will now be who show up should be counted. That is increased costs to pay interest on our the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of what the mediation board did. debt alone. Staff. I believe he is highly qualified, This affects the airlines and the rails. It is abundantly clear that we can no as are the nominees for the Vice Chair- There is such a desire to stop that and longer afford to borrow money without man as well as the Chief of Naval Oper- overturn it by my Republican friends— a clear plan in place to rein in Federal ations. I congratulate them all. A spe- and it is going on all over the country, spending and force the Government to cial congratulations and word of praise this hostility to working men and live within its means. Today’s legisla- for General Odierno, who is a great and women, and now it is coming here. It is tion is the first step in that direction. outstanding leader. like a contagion. We see what is happening in Wisconsin. There are recall f I yield the floor and suggest the absence of a quorum. elections and everything is in turmoil CORRECTING THE ENROLLMENT The PRESIDING OFFICER. The because they want to go after orga- OF S. 365 clerk will call the roll. nized working people. It is sad. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- The legislative clerk proceeded to But guess what. It is a legitimate imous consent the Senate proceed to call the roll. issue for the conference committee to consideration of H. Con. Res. 70, the Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask deal with. It is a legitimate issue for concurrent resolution be agreed to, the unanimous consent that the order for the Senate—by the way, the Senate al- motion to reconsider be laid upon the the quorum call be rescinded. ready had a vote on it, and we said: No, table, with no intervening action or de- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. WAR- we are not going to overturn the medi- bate, and any statements related to NER). Without objection, it is so or- ation board. The vote was well over—I dered. this measure be printed in the RECORD. think 56 votes said: No. Leave it alone. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without f It is not our business. Let it go. objection, it is so ordered. But, no, the House wants this. So UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUESTS— when they sent over the original exten- The concurrent resolution (H. Con. H.R. 2553 Res. 70) was agreed to. sion, it had that attached, this over- Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I rise be- turning of the mediation board, and we f cause we have a crisis on our hands said: That is not right. We want a clean MORNING BUSINESS with the FAA, the Federal Aviation extension. So they sent it back to us, Administration. I know exactly why we and they took up another controversial Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- have this crisis. It is another made-up issue, which is to shut down essential imous consent that we proceed to a pe- crisis by the Republicans. This is a Re- air service in some of our rural commu- riod of morning business until 4 p.m. publican shutdown. nities in our country—shut down essen- today, with Senators permitted to We just got past the most, well, I feel tial air service. speak up to 10 minutes each. made-up crisis we have ever seen. Now, I can tell my colleagues that I The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Eighty-nine times we have passed a know for a fact there is room for nego- objection, it is so ordered. debt limit extension, and it took us tiation in this area. We can work to- Mr. REID. I suggest the absence of a weeks and months of wrangling to get gether and resolve it, but it doesn’t be- quorum. it done. We finally got it done. I am long in an extension of the FAA bill. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The glad we got it done. Unnecessary, peo- This is too important. We have thou- clerk will call the roll. ple in my State panicking that they sands of people who have been fur- The legislative clerk proceeded to wouldn’t get a Social Security check, loughed who are not getting work. I call the roll. small businesses saying they couldn’t have a situation in my home county of Mr. MCCAIN. I ask that the order for get a decent loan—all that for nothing. Riverside where we have a new airport the quorum call be rescinded. We can do our work. We can take the tower being put up, and unexpectedly The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ideas of the Presiding Officer’s Gang of there was a rainstorm the day before objection, it is so ordered. 6, Senator COBURN’s ideas. We have the yesterday, and because nobody was The Senator from Arizona. ideas on the table. We can do this. We working there, they couldn’t do any- f did it when Bill Clinton was President. thing about it to protect the facility, We worked together, and we solved the and we have damage. RECOGNIZING THE ARMED problem. We had a deficit and debt. We We are losing money because of this SERVICES balanced the budget and created sur- terrible shutdown. Four thousand FAA Mr. MCCAIN. The Senate Armed pluses. We don’t have to have this tak- employees have been furloughed with- Services Committee just met and ap- ing government hostage. out their pay. Hundreds of them hap- proved the nominations of the Chair- So we just got done with holding the pen to live and work in my State. I man and Joint Chiefs of Staff, Chief of full faith and credit of the United wonder how these colleagues in the Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of States of America hostage, and now we House who went home to take their the Army, and other important nomi- are seeing an extension of the hostage- break would feel if they stopped get- nations. I congratulate all of these taking of the Federal Aviation Admin- ting their pay. Many of the FAA’s engi- nominees and appreciate their service istration by the Republicans. We need neers, scientists, research analysts, to the Nation. I know that shortly the to end it. How do we end it? We end it computer specialists, program man- Senate will approve these positions of simply by saying we have our disagree- agers and analysts, environmental pro- great responsibility. ments. On this bill, there are a couple tection specialists, and community I want to take one moment to men- of broad disagreements. They are im- planners are furloughed because of this tion one of the new Chiefs of Staff of portant disagreements. I honor both take-government-hostage approach by the United States Army, GEN Ray sides of the argument. The Republicans the Republican Party. Odierno, one of the finest military offi- want to overturn a ruling by the Na- I have been here a while. I am a per- cers I have had the opportunity to tional Mediation Board. This is what son with many opinions, and I have no know. He was responsible, along with they said. They said that rather than problem battling out with my esteemed David Petraeus, for implementing the count votes by an employee who stays colleagues who is right, who is wrong, surge in Iraq. All of us who have had home on a union vote as a ‘‘no’’ vote, who is hurt, who is not hurt. But I the opportunity of knowing General only the votes that are cast should be know there is no question that people

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There are 70,000 construction then he will offer his idea of an exten- desk, be agreed to, the bill, as amend- workers and workers in related fields sion that does, in fact, make the cuts ed, be read a third time and passed, and who have already been affected by the in the rural communities, and we are the motions to reconsider be laid upon shutdown. The FAA has issued stop- back to square one. the table, with no intervening action work orders at 241 airports across the Why not just clear the decks, extend or debate. country. the FAA? We have never added any- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there In Oakland, CA, I have 60 construc- thing to the extension in all the times objection? tion workers building an air traffic we have done it unless there was unani- Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, reserv- control tower. They were told to stay mous consent agreement. ing the right to object. home. They won’t get paid until an Mr. CARDIN. Will the Senator yield? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- agreement is reached. Well, if we ask Mrs. BOXER. I will be happy to. ator from Oklahoma. Mr. CARDIN. I want to thank Sen- most Americans, they really do live Mr. COBURN. I would make note ator BOXER for raising this issue. I can- pretty much paycheck to paycheck. there is nothing we can do now new be- not tell you how many people I have They have some savings. cause the House has adjourned. So even heard from in Maryland, not just the This is ridiculous. According to the if we were to pass this, nothing would workers at the FAA who have been fur- San Francisco Chronicle, the project happen with it. I have been assured loughed but small business owners who contractor from Oakland, Devcon Con- that from the majority leader’s office. are not getting their contracts who are struction, ‘‘is eating $6,000 a day in op- I agree with the Senator from Cali- going to have to lay off workers erating costs’’ and ‘‘should the delay fornia that any action on the medi- through no fault of their own. So I stretch much past the summer, [we are ation board is probably inappropriate think it would be absolutely wrong for in trouble because] inclement weather for this bill. I would not disagree with us to go home on this recess, for this would disrupt the installation.’’ that. But my reservation—and I plan district work period, and not extend I am telling you, this is another man- on objecting, and I think the good Sen- the FAA. made, Republican-made crisis. What For those who think it will save the ator from California knows that—is are we trying to prove? That we are government on the budget deficit, let both in the House and the Senate, by tough guys? Let’s get a clean extension me remind you that if we do not extend significant votes, we passed limitations of the FAA. Let’s take our battles into the FAA authorization, we do not col- on essential air services by majorities the conference committee. lect the revenues on the passenger tax, that said we could no longer afford to I want to compliment Senator KAY which, by the way, is currently being spend thousands of dollars on indi- BAILEY HUTCHISON. She is working, and charged by the airlines in extra ticket vidual seats, on subsidies for people she is on our side. She is a Republican prices to the passengers. So the pas- who live 110 miles from an airport or Senator from Texas who is working sengers are not even getting the break 140 miles from an airport. But what we with Senator ROCKEFELLER, the chair- of lower prices, but we are not getting could do is make sure—to major air- man of our committee. We all know the the revenue. It is $30 million a day we ports—that those under 90, those above House sent over not a clean extension are adding to the deficit problems be- 90, we could still do that. but an extension that cuts this essen- cause we are not collecting the revenue So I understand we have placed peo- tial air service to some of our rural associated with the FAA reauthoriza- ple in difficult positions, but it is us as communities. This needs to be worked tion. a body, not individual Senators or par- on, not agreed to in a ‘‘gotcha’’ kind of For all those reasons, for the sake of ties, that has done that because we situation. those 4,000 furloughed workers, who are have failed to do our work. In Sacramento, maintenance at the really not at fault here, who are cur- So I object to this unanimous con- air traffic control facility has come to rently on furlough, and that is hurting sent request, and then I offer one of my a halt. Seismic modernizations at air our economy; for the sake of the con- own, noting that if this unanimous traffic control towers in Livermore, tractors, who are depending upon the consent request is agreed to, it will go Palo Alto, and Santa Maria have government funds in order to pay their directly to the President, not to the stopped. At LAX, the biggest airport in workers, many of which are small com- House. So I ask unanimous consent Los Angeles, and at Carlsbad, power panies; for the sake of the construction that the Senate proceed to the imme- and electrical upgrade projects have work that needs to be done at our air- diate consideration of H.R. 2553, which stalled. ports, including work being done at our was received from the House, and I ask What is going on? Can’t we just get own airport, BWI; and for the impor- unanimous consent that the bill be over these differences in the proper tance to moving forward with mod- read a third time and passed, the mo- forum? It is wrong. I am not going to ernization of the FAA itself, I would tion to reconsider be laid upon the be personally hurt by this. The Senator urge us to find a way to extend the table, and that any statements relating from Oklahoma is not going to be per- FAA authorization until we come back. to the bill be printed in the RECORD. sonally hit by this. The Presiding Offi- I would hope we could get a conference The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there cer, the Senator from Virginia, is not committee together, a reauthorization, objection? personally hit by this. It is the people but at a minimum we should extend Mrs. BOXER. I object. we represent or are supposed to rep- the current provisions during those ne- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- resent. It is the American family. It is gotiations. tion is heard. the construction workers. It is the con- I say to Senator BOXER, she is abso- There was objection to the original struction businesses. It is safety. These lutely right. I strongly urge the Senate request. are safety projects. to allow a short-term, clean extension Mr. COBURN. Yes. At the end of the day, are we saving of the FAA. That is the best way to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Yes. Ob- money? We are losing money because proceed. I hope we can find a way to jection was heard. we are not collecting the ticket tax get this done now so the damage that The Senator from California. that goes to this construction fund. is being done no longer will take place. Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, so there And some of the airlines are pocketing I thank the Senator. we are. There was objection to a clean it, and that is outrageous in and of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- extension of the FAA, and as a result itself in not reducing the fares. ator’s time—— of Republican objection, people are I want to compliment a couple of the Mrs. BOXER. Well, I take that as a hurting all over this country. Safety airlines that are, in fact, reducing the question, and I will just wrap up with projects are being delayed. And this is

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Not everything in this exten- invoke the 14th amendment in order to hear the brakes go onto this economy. sion was voted on by the Senate, so save our country from this hostage- It is not just one thing now, it is five let’s get our facts straight. taking. things I have told you. This is not rhet- My friend also said that the House So that was a made-up crisis. It oric. They have stopped the FAA—par- has gone; too bad; give it up. Not true. never happened before. Do you know tial shutdown; they stopped the EPA I served there for 10 years. If you can that the most the debt ceiling was authorization; they stopped the patent hotline it over there and get everyone raised was under Ronald Reagan? bill; they stopped the small innovation to agree, they are going to be able to Eighteen times. Under George Bush, 9 bill; they have cut transportation in pass it over there. So do not give the times. I never heard anything like this their budget by one-third. That is just American people misinformation on before, and I have been around here the tip of the iceberg of what I am tell- this. It can be done. It just takes a will since the days of Ronald Reagan, dare ing you. to be done. I say. I was in the House for 10 years. I think it is very sad right now that House Members have taken off, gone Ronald Reagan said very clearly— we had a Republican objection to a bi- home. Whatever they are doing, God and I am paraphrasing—he was very partisan request to allow FAA to be re- bless them. But I have to tell you, I strong—do not play games with the authorized. It is very sad. I want to hope when they go home they hear debt ceiling. It is dangerous. He said again thank KAY BAILEY HUTCHISON, from the people who are hurting in that even the thought of it is dan- my friend from Texas, for saying that their States because of this. I hope gerous. So we just came out of that she stands with Chairman ROCKE- they hear from the workers. Construc- mess. FELLER, and she believes we should do tion workers are at the highest unem- Now let’s look at what else they have a clean reauthorization. With that, I ployment rate we have seen in genera- done since they took power—how many think I have made my points. But I am tions—15 percent—and now this is months ago? Five months? Is that all it going to make sure I continue to make going to make it worse. Construction has been? It feels like an eternity, OK, them throughout this recess. I would businesses are crying for a highway since they took over the House. They suggest that Senators go home and bill, and I am working on that with stopped the patent bill, which Senator look at the projects in their States Senator INHOFE in our committee. We LEAHY says would result in hundreds of that have been stopped due to this Re- are almost there. thousands of jobs—stopped it cold. publican hostage taking. They are But I want to put this obstruc- Why? Because the Patent Office does against working men and women hav- tionism, I want to put this hostage- not have any money to work on those ing decent rights. They are holding taking into plain view. You just saw brilliant ideas that are coming out of this bill hostage. That is what it is all everything come to a halt for at least our people. They needed more funding. about. It is a very sad day. 3, 4 weeks because the full faith and That bill took care of it. The House I suggest the absence of a quorum. credit of America was taken hostage by stopped it cold. Hundreds of thousands The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the Republicans. And they said to the of jobs. clerk will call the roll. President—it has never happened be- The Economic Development Adminis- The assistant legislative clerk pro- fore, OK, never. Mr. President, 89 times tration—I know about that because I ceeded to call the roll. we have seen an increase in the debt brought the bill here. It is a beautiful Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I ask limit. We have never ever seen this program. It has been in place for gen- unanimous consent that the order for hostage-taking. They would not allow erations. It gives a little seed money in the quorum call be rescinded. the President to raise the debt ceiling areas that have had high unemploy- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. for things on which they voted to spend ment, and that seed money attracts CASEY.) Without objection, it is so or- money. private sector money, public sector dered. When you raise the debt ceiling, you money, nonprofit money, and jobs are Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I want are paying your past bills. They voted created. They build office parks. We to take a moment and add my voice to for two wars on the credit card. They have great examples in California of the voices who spoke earlier—the Sen- voted for tax breaks to the wealthiest shopping malls. I am sure my friend, ator from Maryland and the Senator among us, the billionaires and the mil- the Presiding Officer, has many exam- from California—about this situation lionaires. They voted for tax breaks for ples of the EDA at work. They stopped with the FAA. the biggest multinational corporations, it. They filibustered it. It never got a I would imagine if you are a visitor including Big Oil. Oh, they were happy. vote. That is the small business inno- to our Nation’s Capitol and have come They even voted for a prescription drug vation bill my friend MARY LANDRIEU to see a little Senate debate, it is a benefit without paying for it. Then the brought to the floor. The last time we pretty interesting day to be here. It bill comes due, and they say to Presi- counted, those bills have created 19,000 was great news that the country avoid- dent Obama: Sorry, Mr. President, we new businesses. Shut that one down. ed default today. Although it was an are not going to cooperate with you. Then the House passed a budget that imperfect compromise, I was glad to They walked out on him at least three cut into the highway fund. I want to vote for that. We still have obviously a times. give you specifically what that would long way to go on debt and deficits. We finally got a deal because some of mean. If we wind up cutting the trans- There is another issue that has not us—and I say HARRY REID, strong; Vice portation program at the level they cut gotten as much attention as the debt President BIDEN, strong; MITCH MCCON- it in the House—one-third—and that is ceiling debate, although it is clear that NELL, strong; NANCY PELOSI, strong. exactly what Chairman MICA’s bill at almost any other time in our his- The President made sure that at the does—we know, because CBO has told tory this issue would be on the front end of the day we did not default. But us, we lose 620,000 jobs, construction page of every newspaper around the what a spectacle in the world. The jobs. country and on every nightly TV news- world cannot even believe this. And I Then they played with the FAA. cast. I am talking about the fact that know of the Presiding Officer’s hard They object to a clean reauthorization. the Federal Aviation Administration— work to get what we called a big deal, Projects are shut down and workers are the entity that ensures the safety of a major deal, a $4 trillion deficit reduc- furloughed and small businesses do not our skies, the safety of our airplanes, tion that was fair, that asked the mil- know if they can hang on. the maintenance of our airports—has lionaires and the billionaires and the OK. I thought this election in 2010 been in partial shutdown mode for over multinational corporations to do some- was about jobs. I tell you, I was up in a week. thing. But, no, that was not to be. We 2010. I know it was about jobs. I com- Close to 4,000 FAA employees, many wasted time—a lot of time. And what mitted to the people I would go back from the Virginia/DC area, have been

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This situation is not the re- but because we could not reach an with an aging population—for example, sult of complaints about the quality of agreement over a rural airport pro- in Social Security, there used to be 17 service or about safety of the FAA. In gram? workers for 1 retiree. Now there are fact this shutdown is the result of a I have cosponsored legislation—and I three. It is nobody’s fault, but that is a dispute over a small FAA program that am sure the Presiding Officer supports fact. How do we make sure that prom- protects rural airports. it—to make sure that when the fur- ise exists? Only in Washington would a dispute loughed workers get back, they have to We have to deal with entitlement re- over service to small rural airports get paid. How can we leave town for a form, and we also need to deal with tax force the shut down of all ‘‘non- few weeks and leave this issue hanging reform. It doesn’t take a rocket sci- essential services’’ in the Federal Avia- out there? entist to figure out if we are spending I hope those folks in the House—and tion Administration. Only in Wash- 25 percent of GDP in Federal spending, the chairman and the ranking member ington would we would put 4,000 people that has to be brought down. If we are of the committee are working on this out of work, and affect the lives of tens collecting revenues at only 15 percent, issue—will get this done. As the Sen- of thousands of other folks who are de- which is a 70-year low, we are never ator from California said—and this is pending upon FAA funding for needed going to get that 10-percent differen- some of the technical process stuff that improvement projects at airports tial, unless we find some way to gen- people scratch their head about—the around the country. erate more revenues and make cuts in We have a number of airports in Vir- House is in pro forma session, so there spending. Along with entitlement ginia where construction has basically is a path here to resolve the issue. spending, which is the fastest growing stopped as a result of this political We have to make sure we do our job part of the budget, we have to do tax standoff. With the FAA partially shut not only for the public to make sure reform in a way that will generate down, the airlines, which traditionally their airlines and airports stay safe, more revenue. There are ways we can charge passengers a small tax to help but also for the furloughed workers do that which will lower rates and cut fund the FAA to build, maintain, and who need to get back to work. We’ve back on some of the tax expenditures. keep airports safe, are no longer re- got to do our job so that airports all It will take some hard choices. quired to collect the tax. So, during over the Commonwealth of Virginia this shutdown, especially if we go and the Commonwealth of Pennsyl- My hope is that while this step of through the next month and do not vania can implement their much-need- avoiding default was important—and it enact an extension, the U.S. Govern- ed airport improvements. The money is a good day when America doesn’t de- ment would lose $1.2 billion as a result has already been appropriated. It is not fault, but we have much more work to of political back and forth about a pro- as though it is new dollars. Anybody do—the work of all the previous com- gram to support rural airports—a pro- who can read a balance sheet knows we missions that have been set up—and gram that, in total, costs $14 million. shouldn’t end up blowing $1.2 billion they have all kind of come out in basi- If people are scratching theirs head over a dispute for a program that costs cally the same scope of the problem— with this math, they have a right to $14 million total. and, frankly, with about the same scratch their heads. Only in Wash- I hope we get this resolved this after- kinds of recommendations. A lot of ington can not collecting over a billion noon in a way that shows this Congress that work of the so-called Simpson- dollars in airport ticket taxes because is more up to the task than we have Bowles commission, the President’s of a dispute about a program that costs been, unfortunately, over the last few deficit commission, the Gang of 6—or $14 million make any sense. weeks. my hope would be the ‘‘mob of 60,’’ at The overwhelming majority of Sen- A closing comment. I know the Pre- some point in the not too-distant fu- ate Democrats and Republicans alike siding Officer has worked hard on the ture—that was the framework we say we have to go ahead with an exten- debt and deficit issue as well. I will worked on, and we put everything on sion. We are saying if we have issues to close with the statement that my hope the table. dispute let’s work those out. But let’s is that we did take a step today, with I say to the Presiding Officer and any not put nearly 4,000 FAA employees out about $1 trillion in cuts over the next other colleagues who may be still of work and let’s not, as the Senator 10 years, and we need to make sure around, I urge them to join this effort. from California said, halt the projects those cuts don’t slow down the eco- We have to make sure this supercom- of tens of thousands of construction nomic recovery the Nation is still mittee actually takes on the big issues workers. struggling with. But we have to recog- and that we don’t default back to a se- So it is my hope that, once again, nize that even with this new supercom- ries of cuts come next year that, frank- cooler heads will prevail. I thank the mittee being created—and the Pre- ly, are not well thought through, or chairman of the committee, Senator siding Officer would be a great member well planned, across the board, without ROCKEFELLER, and the ranking mem- of that committee when it is chosen— regard to effectiveness. The only way ber, Senator HUTCHISON, and both but even if that committee meets its is, yes, by additional cutting but doing Democrats and Republicans for work- goal of $1.5 trillion in additional cuts, entitlement reform and tax reform. ing together to try and get this re- that still doesn’t get our country’s bal- solved. I know the American people ance sheet back in order. We didn’t cre- With that, I yield the floor, and with have looked at Congress—understand- ate this debt overnight. We will not get the hopes that we will see not only the ably—in the last few weeks and have out of it overnight. It is not one party’s hard work on the debt and deficit, but scratched their heads and said, what fault. Both parties have unclean hands also the resolution of the FAA issue in are these guys doing? Why can’t they on this. the coming hours. I yield the floor and get their act together and negotiate a Candidly, a lot of our debt and deficit suggest the absence of a quorum. compromise, so they don’t put our problems are due to the fact that we The PRESIDING OFFICER. The country into default? are all getting older and we are living clerk will call the roll. We managed to dodge that bullet in a longer through advanced medicine. The The assistant legislative clerk pro- way that is a fixed but not a long-term challenge we have before us is that we ceeded to call the roll. solution. We will continue that discus- have to urge the supercommittee to sion. As everybody heads back to their look at something that will get us all Mr. JOHANNS. Mr. President, I ask home States, dodging the debt and def- out of our comfort zones. We have to unanimous consent that the order for icit bullet, how are we going to look as recognize how do we make sure our en- the quorum call be rescinded. we leave town with 4,000 workers fur- titlement promises we made to seniors The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without loughed, tens of thousands of construc- with Social Security and Medicare and objection, it is so ordered.

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Sergeant Jones died address this body to honor the life of first lady for the State of Utah—Col- at Forward Operating Base Deh Dadi in one of Utah’s great citizens. leen Monson Bangerter. Sadly she Balkh Province, Afghanistan, on July A good friend of mine is former Utah passed away on the evening of Friday, 18, 2011. Governor Norman Bangerter, who an- July 29, 2011, from the effects of Alz- Omar grew up in Mississippi and nounced on Saturday that his beloved heimer’s disease. She was at home, the lived in Bogota, Colombia for many wife of 58 years had passed away after place she loved to be with her husband years. He graduated from high school a long-time battle with Alzheimer’s former Utah Governor Norman H. in Colorado and chose to enter the disease. Bangerter. Army instead of pursuing a college ath- Colleen Monson Bangerter, having Colleen was a wonderful human being been born in 1935, was the mother of six letic scholarship. He served two tours who was always willing to serve others. children, the mother also of one foster in Iraq. One as an infantryman in the She served as Utah’s first lady from son, and in many respects was a friend active duty Army, and one with the 1985–1993, while her husband Norman H. Nebraska Army National Guard. His to all of Utah’s 3 million residents. She served faithfully in many capac- Bangerter was the Governor. During love of country compelled him to seek her years as first lady she undertook an assignment in Afghanistan. He vol- ities, including as PTA president and other offices within the PTA. She also many causes close to her heart, includ- unteered and even changed units and ing teenage drug use, and challenges developed new skills for this oppor- served faithfully in a variety of positions as a member of the Church of facing women and families. She hosted tunity. a yearly drug awareness conference for In October 2010, he deployed to Af- Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Just a few years ago, she and her hus- teens and took First Lady Nancy Rea- ghanistan with the 623rd Engineering gan’s Just Say No Program to every Company. It was a tough decision to band, former Governor Bangerter, served as they presided over the mis- corner of the State. Additionally she deploy again because his wife Ava and hosted an annual conference on two children had become the center of sion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in South Africa. strengthening families to address the his life. But, it was for their freedom important challenges affecting the he chose to serve again overseas. They worked hand in hand throughout their entire lives—in raising their chil- health and well-being of families across His commanders and fellow Soldiers our great State. recall Sergeant Jones as kind, friendly, dren, in running Governor Bangerter’s campaigns, and in running the State She stood by her husband’s side as he and helpful. They say they counted on led Utah through a very important Sergeant Jones for a big smile and a throughout his time as Governor, which wasn’t an easy time for our time in our State’s history. They advo- willingness to listen. He loved being a State. cated for economic development and soldier. A former commander put it During Governor Bangerter’s two she was a tremendous ambassador for this way: terms in office, our State faced signifi- Utah as they met with leaders through- He had the biggest heart of any soldier I cant financial difficulties, faced signifi- out the Nation and even overseas en- knew. cant flooding challenges, and the couraging new business development. His decorations and badges earned Bangerters weathered these adverse Colleen not only excelled at the ini- during a distinguished career over conditions well, serving as standing ex- tiatives she undertook for our state, three combat tours speak to his dedica- amples to all the citizens of Utah for she also served in many capacities as tion and bravery. He received the Com- what it means to rise to the challenge she raised her children including the bat Infantry Badge, Combat Action of adversity. PTA, and in many important positions Badge, Marksmanship Qualification Colleen Bangerter was someone who for her church—The Church of Jesus Badge (Expert), Driver and Mechanic had friends in many corners, and she Christ of Latter-day Saints. Colleen Badge, Overseas Service Bar (2), Army also had many talents, some of which and Norm presided over the Johannes- Commendation Medal (2), Army Good are not known by everyone, including burg, South Africa Mission from 1996– Conduct Medal, National Defense Serv- the fact that she was the State hop- 1999. In this role she was a kind, and ice Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with scotch champion in the State of Utah loving asset to the many missionaries Bronze Service Star, Afghanistan Cam- in 1947. There are not many First La- who joined them in the work in South paign Medal with Bronze Service Star, dies in the United States who can Africa. Global War on Terrorism Expedi- claim that distinction, and she defi- Colleen and Norm raised six children tionary Medal, Global War on Ter- nitely did. She was also pleased to have and one foster son. They now have 30 rorism Service Medal, Armed Forces been the recipient of the highest award grandchildren and 18 great grand- Reserve Medal with ‘‘M’’ device (2), that can be granted by the Boy Scouts children. She was the light of her fam- Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service of America, which she received just a ily and could always be found in the Ribbon, and the NATO Medal. few years ago. But of all the honors, in- middle of the fun. She enjoyed spend- I cannot put into words how the cluding the honors that went along ing time at their cabin in beautiful death of Sergeant Jones will impact with being the First Lady of the State Utah, as well as their second home in the lives of those closest to him. Ne- of Utah and serving with someone who, St. George. She always made people braska is honored to call him one of in my opinion, was one of the great feel welcome and embraced many who our own, and I know Nebraskans in Governors ever to serve our State, her crossed their paths. Maywood and Wellfleet will provide his greatest honor, her greatest prize was Colleen Bangerter will be very family with care and love during this that of her family. missed by her wonderful husband Norm difficult time. She loved being a mother, loved each and their family. There was a special Today I join the family and friends of of her 6 children, their 30 grandchildren warmth and goodness about this lady Sergeant Jones in mourning the death and 18 great grandchildren. We as and I will never forget her twinkling of their husband, son, father, and Utahns mourn the loss of this great eyes and bright smile. She was kind to friend. I ask that God be with all those citizen of our State. We mourn the loss all she met, and was a partner in every serving in uniform, especially the of this friend. Our thoughts and our sense of the word to her husband. brave men and women on the front prayers go out to former Governor Elaine and I love Norm and Colleen lines of battle. May God bless them and Bangerter and his family. very much, and hope that Norm and his

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If, frankly, I she will be forever remembered as So while these spending cuts are not could categorize their thoughts into someone who truly cared about others, of the magnitude that I would like to one statement, it would be a deep con- and in doing good for her family and have seen, I think this is a very good cern about the future of our country community. first step and is something that we can and a deep desire to have their elected The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- all build upon. I look forward to work- representatives go to Washington and ator from Tennessee. ing with people on both sides of the do everything they can to address this f aisle to ensure that this is just the situation. first step and that our country con- I have spent the last 7 months in the BUDGET CONTROL ACT tinues to have the discipline, the for- Senate hearing from hundreds, if not Mr. CORKER. Mr. President, I want titude, the courage, and the will to thousands, of Hoosiers who have writ- to speak just momentarily about the make the tough decisions that all of us ten, called, visited, and talked with me legislation that was just passed. know we are going to need to make back at home. Nothing has changed ex- I, for the last 14 months traveling my over the course of the next many years. cept the urgency of these concerns, and State in almost every nook and cran- That is what we owe these young the deep worries that they have ex- ny, have talked about the situation our pages who are getting ready to leave pressed have simply grown. country is in, talked about possible so- after service to this country over the We saw, in 2010, Americans across the lutions, and offered legislation—the last month; that is what we owe future country express their desire for Con- only bipartisan, bicameral legislation generations; that is what we owe gress to get hold of our fiscal situation; offered until this point—to deal with Americans; and, candidly, that is what that the era of spending, of promising our country’s deficits and debt. we owe the world as citizens of this beyond our means, was over, and that I had hoped that we would figure out world; that is, for us to be disciplined we had to take major steps to reverse a way to deal with $5 trillion to $7 tril- and to know that we have to live with- that. That is why I decided to return to lion worth of spending and/or savings in our means and to know the best the Senate, to come back to work to over the next 10 years, and finally de- thing we can possibly do as a country help repair our country’s economic fu- cided that $4 trillion was the magic at this moment in time is to show we ture. I came back to work on the number. I know the markets had have that courage and that will. things that many consider politically looked at that, the rating agencies Mr. President, I thank you for the toxic: entitlement reform, tax reform, looked at that, the people who buy our time to speak on this topic. I know all passing a balanced budget amendment Treasurys had looked at that number. of us leave here and go home to recess. to make sure that we would never end Over the course of the last few weeks, I know many of us will be talking up in this situation again; that if there it became apparent that $3 trillion was about the vast amount of work that was a legacy that we could pass on to probably the most that was going to be needs to be done as it relates to mak- our children, if there was something achieved, and then now we have ended ing sure we rein in this out-of-control that we could do for the future of our up with this bill that passed today, and spending that has been taking place for country, something that we could do I supported that hoping to achieve $2.1 many years. I look forward to that. I for our children and grandchildren, and trillion to $2.4 trillion in savings over look forward to talking to citizens everyone’s children and grandchildren, the next decade. back in Tennessee, and I look forward it would be to never have them have to Mr. President, obviously, like many to coming back in September and deal- go through what we are going through of us in this body on both sides of the ing with folks on both sides of the aisle now because we had taken fiscal re- aisle who know our country is in dire to make sure we put that thought into sponsibility, passing a balanced budget straits and we have a lot of work to do, action. amendment that would, as we are I am disappointed at the magnitude of I yield the floor. sworn in, require each of us to come this legislation. But I am hopeful and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- here and put our left hand on the Bible thankful that we have taken the first ator from Indiana. and our right hand in the air, to repeat step. I think this is going to be a dec- Mr. COATS. Mr. President, I want to the oath to honor the Constitution, and ade of us having to focus on our coun- thank the Senator from Tennessee, Mr. that Constitution would attain a bal- try’s irresponsibility over the past CORKER, for what he just said. I want anced budget amendment as a require- many years. Both parties, no doubt, to affirm the extraordinary amount of ment. have been responsible for putting us in effort he has made to not only inform So before taking this vote, I pondered this situation. It is going to take both this Senate body of the crisis that we for days and nights about the many parties to move us away from where we face financially, but also to come for- Hoosiers who had put their faith and are. But I think everyone in this body ward with some very constructive solu- confidence in me and sent me back to fully understands that on the present tions on how to deal with this crisis. the Senate to do everything I could to course our country’s best days are be- I know he is disappointed that we accomplish this goal. Some of those hind us. I think all of us want to ensure were not able to reach a better solution Hoosiers had tears in their eyes, wor- that this country’s greatness con- than the one voted on today. I know he ried about the future for themselves tinues; that we can continue to display struggled to decide what was the best and for their children. Some had fin- American exceptionalism not only here course to follow moving forward. In the gers in my chest, saying: Don’t let me but around the world. end, he decided to support the bill as a down. Don’t go and settle for too little. I look at this solely as the first step. first step; but, as he said, this is the Do everything you can. That is what I I know we are going to have an appro- first step of what probably will be a have tried to do. priations opportunity to look at even decade-long challenge facing all of us After giving it consideration, I de- more savings at the end of September. to successfully address this deep hole cided not to support this bill because I I know we are going to have a com- of debt we have dug for ourselves as a could not come to grips with having to mittee that is going to be looking at nation. come back and tell Hoosiers that this this during the months of November I rise today to speak, sharing all is the best we could do. and December. I know we are going to those concerns, certainly believing I do wish to recognize the work and have a series of opportunities for us to that our work has just started and leadership, the strategy and the efforts deal with this. Again, today was just a there is much more to do. But also as of our minority leader, Senator MCCON- first step. someone who decided to vote against NELL, and whip, Senator KYL, those in I learned through a lifetime of busi- the bill that we just had before us. I leadership and others—JOHN BOEHNER ness, starting with doing very, very have not taken this vote lightly. and ERIC CANTOR in the House and the small projects at the age of 25 when I For the past 11⁄2 years, as a candidate people who represented Republicans at first went in business, that as a com- I traveled the State of Indiana, to just the White House.

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I don’t hold crease with the cost of living. will have more impact on our future them liable at all or anybody who The situation the trustees have re- than anything else we do or have done voted for this bill. As Senator CORKER ported regarding the future of the so far to date. just said and as others have said and Medicare Part A is that serious cuts I know we have committed, through can say: Look, this is the best we could will have to be made unless we take this bill that just passed, to take up, do. We will keep going. measures now to reform the system in debate, and vote on a balanced budget I applaud that. It is just that I a way that preserves those benefits for amendment. Clearly, if we want to en- thought we could have done so much those currently on it and those within, sure and guarantee the future solvency more when the crisis we face is so se- say, 10 years of retirement. We all of our country and the future con- vere, when the consequences are so know we have to do this. We all know, fidence of our citizens, we need to im- great and imminent. It is not 2013. It is if we do not do this, we simply will not pose upon the Constitution an amend- not even 2012. It is now. I don’t know be able to accomplish what we need to, ment that balances the budget or we what the rating agencies are going to no matter what else we do. will find ourselves back in this situa- do because of our debt. Many were say- The real work is ahead. Congress tion as the propensity of Congress to ing that this vote would not result in a must commit to address the root spend and not say no to anyone will debt downgrade. I think already we causes of our problem and our debt. We continue. It seems to be almost part of have heard information to the con- have to make the difficult choices nec- who we are. It is so hard to say no to trary, that that is not the case. That essary to restore economic growth and someone. It is easier now, first, because means the full faith and confidence in good-paying jobs for the American peo- we don’t have the money and, second, the United States of America as being ple. That is where tax reform comes in. we have expanded this government be- that last safe haven of safety is put at On a bipartisan basis, Senator RON yond its ability to fulfill its respon- risk. WYDEN of Oregon, a Democrat, and my- sibilities correctly. We have taken a step in the right di- self have joined together to put to- The work is ahead. We have to ad- rection. It is a small step. It is a mara- gether a comprehensive tax reform bill. dress the root causes. My sleeves are thon we have to run, and we do need to I give Senator Judd Gregg credit for rolled up. I will continue to push forgo much further. I believe the bill we the 2 years he spent with Senator ward to rein in spending. I will con- just passed is significantly short of WYDEN putting this together. Senator tinue to work to reform the Tax Code what is needed to address the severity WYDEN and I worked together for the so businesses can provide more jobs of the crisis. last 7 months, making additional and be more competitive. I will not Senator CORKER said there has been a changes and improvements to that back away from addressing the need for consensus that a minimum of $4 tril- product. If we are going to have a entitlement reform. We need to re- lion of cuts are needed over the next 10 growth component to grow our way— structure those programs to keep them years, with true enforcement mecha- through a more prosperous economy— from becoming bankrupt and denying nisms to lock those cuts in place. We out of the debt problem we have, that important retirement benefits for our achieved just half of that in the bill we has to include not only spending cuts, citizens. passed. but it has to include real tax reform. Now is the time for us in the Con- I have been stating over and over Those special interests out there that gress, whether we voted for this bill or that the reality is if we do not address are receiving exemptions and special against this bill—I am not criticizing health care spending and the entitle- breaks, credits, subsidies—those are anyone who voted for it because many ments that provide benefits through going to have to be closed out on a ra- of those believed it is the first of many Medicaid and Medicare, the virtual tional basis. We can retain some of the steps. It was not adequate, in my opin- consensus is, no matter what else we legitimate deductions, such as mort- ion, but at least it was a first step. I do do, we will not be able to solve the gage interest and charitable deduc- not believe we should be criticizing problem. This is an area that people do tions, but most have to be eliminated. those who made that decision. not want to talk about. It is supposedly Those funds and revenues generated It also addressed the question of de- the third rail of politics. It is suicide to from elimination of those special inter- fault. I did not support default, which bring it up, and there have been a lot of ests have to be used to reduce rates to is why I suggested a short-term plan. I efforts to avoid these tough choices. make our businesses more competitive, believed this initial bill being pre- But that is what we are going to have to give them a rate that is competitive sented to us was woefully inadequate to do. with businesses around the world. for what we need to do right now to It has been avoided in this bill, We are literally at the highest tax send the right signals that we are on a pushed off to the selection of a special rate of all 36 of our worldwide competi- serious path to reform. I was willing to committee of six Senators, six Con- tors. That has to be adjusted. In doing allow for a debt increase of a limited gressmen; balanced, six and six from so, we can stimulate our economy to period of time, 6 to 8 weeks, cancel our each party, to come up with an addi- grow, and we can bring in revenue on recess, work to find a better solution tional $1 trillion of savings or perhaps the basis of that growth. More compa- that could achieve more support and a little more. I have some real reserva- nies will be making more money and gain confidence in the investment in- tions about whether this committee therefore paying more taxes and more dustry that we have taken a serious should have to do this in the first place people will be at work and getting pay- step forward. because that is the job of Congress, all checks and therefore contributing what That obviously did not go forward. of us. That is what we were elected to they are not contributing now. But, nevertheless, when we return from do and we were not able to do it. We Past tax reform efforts, on a com- recess, all of us, whether we voted yes have turned it over to 12 Members of prehensive basis, have proven the best or no, must make a commitment to en- Congress. I am not sure how they are stimulus we can provide for an econ- gage, plunge into the problem, to do going to accomplish what we were not omy and the best thing we can do to whatever is necessary—not political able to. Nevertheless, I hope and pray get an economy thriving and moving necessary, whatever is necessary for they are successful, and I hope they again is getting people back to work. the future of our country. That is our will address, in whatever recommenda- So entitlement reform—absolutely nec- challenge, and I hope we will rise to tion they make to us later this year, essary to preserve those programs for that challenge. entitlement reform and make a com- future retirees and benefits that cur- I have not given up on our ability to mitment to tax reform: entitlement re- rent retirees are receiving—and tax re- respond to the will of the people and to form because that spending is bank- form to move our economy forward respond to the crisis we face. So, yea or

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I saw clerk will call the roll. sides of the aisle while he was on the he was wearing a tie with a sword The legislative clerk proceeded to Intelligence Committee. He served on being beaten into plowshares, and he call the roll. that committee as the personal rep- reminded me that came from the mu- Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, I ask resentative of Republican Senator tual and balanced force reduction trea- unanimous consent that the order for Clifford Case and then Republican Sen- ty, which he said was the only thing the quorum call be rescinded. ator David Durenberger, and then later they could agree on, but he is proudly The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. for Democratic Senators Howard wearing it today. FRANKEN). Without objection, it is so Metzenbaum and Chuck Robb. His What all of this adds up to is that Ed ordered. work for the Intelligence Committee spent a great chunk of his life doing his f exemplified a standard of public service best to help the Senate protect our Na- that puts the fulfillment of the Sen- TRIBUTE TO EDWARD LEVINE tion from the most dangerous weapons ate’s constitutional duties above any that ever existed. He did it with such Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, it is my other partisan concerns. professionalism, even, I might add, pleasure but also a sad moment for For him, there never was a party when faced with personal loss, as when members of the Foreign Relations issue, Republican or Democrat, or an his father died last year right during ideological issue, liberal or conserv- Committee to take this time to cele- the consideration of the treaty, but it ative. It was: What are the best inter- brate the service of and also to salute did not stop Ed from doing his duty. the retirement of one of the Senate’s ests of the United States of America All of his Senate service is a real tes- and how do we protect its security? He great staffers: Ed Levine. tament to his character. That he has applied that very same approach to Ed is retiring this week after a re- earned the respect from the Members his work on the Foreign Relations markable 35 years of service to the he served and the staff he worked with Committee, where I have had the privi- Senate—a lot longer than most Sen- is a testament to his great skill and lege of watching him work over the ators get to serve and that most staff knowledge. And that he has done so for up here have the courage to hang in course of the 26 years I have been here. He worked mostly previously for so many years is a testament to his there and serve. sense of public citizenship and his love now-Vice President BIDEN. A few days In his decades of service, Ed has proof country. vided wise and perceptive counsel to ago, we held a business meeting at the Foreign Relations Committee, and it So, Ed, we thank you, all the Mem- two committees, to many Members, bers of the Senate, for your service. We and most recently to the Foreign Rela- was characteristic of Ed’s diligence in representing the interests of country will miss you in the Senate. I wish you tions Committee. His deep knowledge personally the best in all of your future above party that Senator LUGAR, the of foreign policy and his remarkable endeavors. sense of this institution are truly going ranking member of the committee, and who has served with him for a long Mr. President, I suggest the absence to be missed and I mean missed enor- of a quorum. mously. time, took time to acknowledge his service and to note how constructively The PRESIDING OFFICER. The He grew up and he went to school clerk will call the roll. here in Washington, DC, before he he had worked with the Republican counterparts on the committee over The legislative clerk proceeded to headed off to Berkeley and then later call the roll. to Yale. When he was a young man these many years. We saw that in large measure last Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I ask here in this community, he used to ride year when we considered the New unanimous consent that the order for the streetcar down to Georgia Avenue, START treaty, in which Ed played an the quorum call be rescinded. where he would watch the Senators integral role. You know, I might men- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without play at Griffith Stadium. For those tion to colleagues, when Vice President objection, it is so ordered. who are too young to remember, there BIDEN was Senator BIDEN and chairman f actually was a baseball team called the of the committee, he coined a nick- BUDGET CONTROL ACT Senators once upon a time. He did not name for Ed. He called him ‘‘Fast watch folks here playing at Griffith Eddie.’’ And the irony of that for all of Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, we Stadium. But when the Washington us who know him is that Ed does not just passed legislation that would raise Senators left for good to become the do ‘‘fast.’’ He is one of the most careful the debt ceiling. Part of that was an ef- Texas Rangers, I have to reckon that and deliberate thinkers on our staff, fort to reverse the debt trajectory we Ed just decided that the U.S. Senators and that is one of the things people are on, but it can only be called, at were the only game left in town, and he valued in him the most. It was never a best, a first step. We can all agree on has been here ever since. hip shot. It was always based on think- that. He first came to the Senate in 1976. ing, research, experience, and knowl- Indeed, there is an article in the Fi- He joined the Select Committee on In- edge. nancial Times, written by Professors telligence back then—literally right His knowledge of arms control, I may Rogoff and Reinhart, who wrote a book after it was established. It was a his- say, is encyclopedic. During the New that has gotten a great deal of atten- toric moment. Those who remember START debate, we had a war room set tion and is widely respected, describing their history of the 1970s remember up one floor below this in the Foreign and analyzing sovereign debt and coun- that was a time of great consternation Relations Committee room, with doz- tries that have gone bankrupt around about the covert activities of the CIA. ens of experts from the various depart- the world. They commented that much The activities and the oversight of the ments of our government, and stacks of of what occurred in our debate oc- CIA became a major national issue and briefing books, and instant computer curred in those other nations. The concern. So it was a historic moment linkage to the State Department, to other nations scramble around when when the Senate was reasserting its the Defense Department, Intelligence, the pressure is on with something like constitutional responsibility to provide and so forth, but often when we had a a debt ceiling, and they don’t really oversight. question, all we had to do was turn to change anything significantly, but Ed spent the next 20 years overseeing Ed and he would know the answer from they meet the crisis and tell everybody some of the Nation’s most sensitive right up here in his head, from his ex- everything is OK. programs and some of its most closely perience. They say in this article in the Finan- guarded secrets. He was trusted with That is not surprising, given how cial Times that everything is not OK. some of the most secret information of many treaties Ed has helped this body Indeed, the debt will increase over the

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We have proximately 10 percent of the money Congressional Budget Office score of to be honest with ourselves that this is that gets spent on education in Amer- what the budget would look like over a difficult time. ica. 10 years. He points out that they were He did, however, make repeated We can’t have double-digit increases predicting nearly 3 percent growth the statements in his press conference when we are borrowing 42 cents of first and second quarter of this year. about raising taxes. I don’t think that every dollar. Every penny of that in- So now we have re-analyzed first is a good thing to do when the economy crease will be borrowed money—every quarter growth. Economic growth is in a fix the way it is. He flatly—and penny. Doesn’t common sense tell us wasn’t 3 percent, it was 2.4 percent. erroneously, I believe—stated that you we might not be able to increase spend- And the second quarter initially was can’t balance the budget with spending ing this year even if we would like to? scored at 1.3—not 3 percent or 2.7 but cuts. Well, you certainly can. You can I point out that before the Budget 1.3 percent. Dr. Lindsey said that loss argue that you would rather have tax Committee, on which I am the ranking in GDP alone will mean less economic increases and fewer spending cuts, but Republican, we had the Secretary of growth, less tax revenue for the gov- we can and must balance our budget. It Energy testify that he wanted a 9.5- ernment, and over 10 years it puts the can be done with spending reductions. percent increase for the Department of government on a trajectory to lose $750 Quite a number of plans are out there Energy—the Department that does billion—it would collect $750 billion proposing to do just that. more to block energy than create en- less, which is about one-third of the The President continues to talk as if ergy. The State Department was ask- savings that were to occur in the bill. the problem was the debt ceiling, but ing for 10.5 percent increase in the Dr. Lindsey says the second, third, and the debt ceiling is really a signal that President’s budget, the President’s re- fourth quarters of this year will also be we have spent too much, and we bor- quest to us. The Department of Trans- well below that. We may be looking at, rowed all Congress has allowed the portation was to get a 60-percent in- in this year alone, enough decline in President to borrow, and you can’t bor- crease in spending in the President’s GDP to wipe out half—maybe more—of row any more unless Congress agrees Budget. Last year, it was about $40 bil- the savings estimated in the bill we to raise the debt ceiling. But that is lion. just passed. I note that this year, interest on our I wanted to point out that I believe not the problem. The problem, as Rogoff and Reinhart said, is our debt. debt will be $240 billion. many in Congress and in the Senate I say to my colleagues that we are are in denial about how serious the That is the real problem. It is not going to be easy to fix. I wish it was. If not dealing with reality. Americans debt threat is and that we are too know—maybe they are lucky enough to often, as Rogoff and Reinhart noted, we work together as a nation, we can do it. This country can rise to meet the have two wage earners in the family saying the same things other nations when one loses their job, but do they said before their economic crises hit. challenge. I am totally convinced of that. not change the way they do business? Indeed, the name of their book, ‘‘This Do they just think they can continue Time Is Different,’’ refers to what gov- The President said: And since you can’t close the deficits with to spend twice as much as their income ernment leaders said in those coun- as if they were both still working? Peo- tries—those other countries that went just spending cuts, we’ll need a balanced approach. ple don’t do that. All over, Americans into default and into debt crises—up That means we need to balance a cut are making tough decisions. No wonder until the last minute. They were say- they are upset at us for pursuing this ing: We have it under control. It is not with tax increases. That is what that means. idea that we don’t have to make any so bad. This time, they say, it is dif- changes in what we do. It is very, very ferent. He went on to say: We can’t make it tougher for young people distressing to me. Immediately, there was a crisis, The President said this about em- which resulted in a loss of confidence, to go to college or ask seniors to pay more for health care. ployment: and they had a serious problem—simi- But at some point, when you don’t That’s part of the reason that people are so lar to when people lost confidence in frustrated with what’s been going on in this the housing market several years ago, have the money, we might not be able to be as generous as we were just a few town. In the last few months, the economy which helped put us in this recession. has already had to absorb an earthquake in This is worrisome. We are not facing years ago when we were in better fi- Japan, the economic headwinds coming from a little problem; we are facing a prob- nancial condition. Isn’t that common Europe, the Arab spring, and the [increases] lem that will require our steadfast at- sense? What do you mean you can’t in oil prices, all of which have been very tention for a decade to get this country make any changes in how we do busi- challenging to the recovery. But these are on the right course. ness? We are going to have to make things we couldn’t control. I note that the President had a press changes in how we do business. I don’t know that those are the big conference today. In a way, it rejected He goes on to talk about invest- problems here. Rising oil prices are. everything we have been talking about ments, as he has often done. This is a Today, oil prices are just about dou- in this debate. It really did not talk quote from the press conference: ble—a little more—than what they about the nature of the crisis as Rogoff Yet, it also allows us to keep making key were when President Obama took of- and Reinhart described. He didn’t tell investments in things like education and re- fice. We have shut down new explo- the American people that the real search. . . . ration in the gulf, and we are blocking problem is spending that is surging out Continuing to make investments in the production of natural gas and shale of control. He didn’t say we can’t con- education? Does that mean we will con- formations, which has so much promise tinue, as a nation, borrowing 42 cents tinue our current level in education for us. We are doing a lot of things to of every dollar we spend or that we and that we will try not to cut it if we drive up the cost of energy. can’t continue spending $3.7 trillion have to make reductions in spending? Then he goes on to say this, which is when we take in $2.2 trillion. He did Is that what the President means? No. surprising. He is the one who said the not talk to us honestly about that. He Just last week we saw the spectacle crisis was so large, it was a national did not send a signal; he has not sound- of the Secretary of Education appear- problem. ed the alarm. Therefore, I think a lot ing before the Senate Appropriations Our economy didn’t need Washington to of people—even some in Congress and Committee asking for a 13.5-percent income along with a manufactured crisis to some outside of Congress—sort of think crease in education funding. Also last make things worse. it must not be so bad. The President week, the President talked about in- We had a serious debate over what to hasn’t told us it is. vestments—more, more, more—includ- do about the debt ceiling that we have

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Under to some, I may be one of the last course, it could be $2.4 trillion, if the the rule, if the committee can’t reach speakers today, so I don’t want to keep committee functions correctly, and we an agreement, there will be automatic the Senate open any longer than it hope it will. across the board cuts, except it is not should be. We have done a lot of work The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under evenly cut across the board because here over the last few days. the order, Senators are limited to 10 these programs are untouched. They I went back and forth over whether I minutes. are untouchable because our Demo- wanted to speak, because I think al- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I ask cratic colleagues say we can’t deal most everything that can be said has unanimous consent to speak for an ad- with them. been said regarding the events of the ditional 5 minutes. Well, it is time for us to look under last few days. But I did ultimately The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the hood of the food stamps program, I want to share my thoughts for a mo- objection, it is so ordered. have to tell you. How could it be in- ment as we head into the August re- Mr. SESSIONS. What I wanted to creasing at 16.6 percent a year for 5 cess, as they call it here in Wash- point out is in this chart. It gives some years? How could that happen? Don’t ington, and many of us here in the Sen- indication of how we are operating in we need to examine it, take a good ate will be returning to our home the Senate and the Congress, driven in look at it? We have had no hearings. States to explain to the people we rep- substantial part by the President’s de- We have done nothing this year to con- resent what we did or did not do in the sires. It is a chart showing the growth front the surging cost. And what about last few days. in certain programs that are exempt Medicaid and CHIP? Those are also I will start by pointing out that our from the automatic cuts that would surging. Maybe we could even save a Republic is an amazing thing. As heat- occur if a budget agreement is not little on some of those programs that ed as the rhetoric may have been over reached as part of the legislation we are growing faster than inflation. the last few days, I think all of us just passed. I would point out that the military is should stop for a moment and under- These are all programs that we like stand that all around the world there and wish we could continue to allow to in line, under the bill that passed, if an agreement isn’t reached, to take a 10- are countries that solve the problems grow every year. Unfortunately, we are we solved through debate with civil not going to have the money to do percent cut. That is from the baseline military budget. It does not include war and conflict, armed and otherwise. that. We are going to have to deal with Our Republic is amazing. It isn’t al- these programs and all spending—De- Iraq and Afghanistan, which are com- ways pretty. Quite frankly, more often fense and non-Defense programs, no ing down and projected to come down than not, it is very messy. But it has doubt about it. dramatically. We have first over here the Civil Forgive me if I am a little bit taken withstood 230-some-odd years of pres- Service Retirement and Disability aback here about our priorities and sures and choices, and it continues to Fund. The average annual percentage about the unwillingness of Congress to do so. Even if ultimately what it gives increase of that fund’s cost has been 4.9 deal with out-of-control spending. That us is not always solutions to our prob- percent. The average annual increase is a good deal of money we are talking lems, we are blessed to have it. I would remind many, such as like in that fund each year—2005 through about—the Medicaid Program at $270 myself, who were elected in the last 2010—was 4.9 percent. The average in- billion a year. Food stamps have more election cycle, tightly embracing the flation rate during this time was 2.5 than doubled. It is now $78 billion a percent. So that is about twice the in- year. By comparison, Alabama’s gen- principles of our Constitution, that our flation rate. eral fund budget is about $2 billion. Constitution is not just a set of words The next fund here—a fund all of us The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- that outline our principles. It gives us value—is the Military Retirement ator’s time has expired. a system of government. It gives us Fund. It has increased at the average Mr. SESSIONS. I thank the Chair. I this Republic. This Republic is valid, annual rate of 5.4 percent. Inflation is ask unanimous consent for 1 additional and it matters even when the people 2.5. Medicaid—a program that is ad- minute. who are running it may not be people ministered by States but has recently The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without with whom you agree. We should al- been as much as 66 percent funded by objection, it is so ordered. ways remember that. What we have the Federal Government—has been in- Mr. SESSIONS. As I notice no one here is special and unique, and we creasing at 8.5 percent each year. else is here. should embrace it and be thankful to I think most of us know the rule of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- our God each night that we have the seven, where if you have money in the ator from Florida is here. opportunity and the blessing of living bank and it draws 7 percent interest, Mr. SESSIONS. Oh, I am sorry. I in a nation such as this. that money will double in 10 years. So didn’t see that. Well, I should long ago Moving aside from that, however, the this means in about 8 or 9 years the en- have yielded the floor, because he has facts still remain that this coming tire Medicaid Program will double at something worthwhile to say, I am month, and every month to come, more that kind of rate of increase. And, re- sure. or less, this government will spend $300 member, inflation is 2.5 percent. I close by saying we are not dealing billion a month. That is a lot of money. The Children’s Health Insurance Pro- honestly with the crisis we are in. The It is more than any government has gram—the CHIP program—has been in- President is in denial. He is not look- ever spent in the history of man. And creasing at 9 percent a year, and the ing the American people in the eye and $180 billion of that $300 billion is money SNAP program—the food stamp pro- telling us what a serious fix we are in, we collect from the people of our coun- gram—has been increasing at 16.6 per- or challenging us all to deal with the try through taxes and fees and other cent a year for the last 5 years. It has reality that we are going to have to ways. But we borrow $120 billion a been increasing at 16.6 percent. change the way we do business. I hate month to pay our $300 billion a month So I ask, is this sustainable? We are to say it, but I believe that it is true. bill. That is too much money. That is borrowing 42 cents out of every dollar. We have to do better. too much money for Republicans, it is The economy is not growing as much I thank the Chair and I would be too much money for Democrats. It is as we hoped and expected, and it is not pleased to yield the floor to one of our too much money. Although we should going to bail us out of this so we can more talented, insightful new Mem- be happy that tomorrow and in the sustain these kinds of spending levels. bers, Senator RUBIO of Florida. days to come, we are not facing a de- We look at all these programs we The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- fault and an inability to meet our bills, value—and we hate to talk about it; we ator from Florida. the truth is—an undeniable one that I

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If we keep doing this for long, The fault lines emerge from that. service of this Congress and for most of we will one day reach a day in this The solutions emerge from those two us who are here now. I pray we choose country where we will face a debt cri- visions. For those who want to see eco- wisely. I look forward to the months sis, but it won’t be because of the debt nomic justice, their solution is to raise that lie ahead that we will choose and limit or because of gridlock in Wash- more taxes. They believe there are make the right choice for our future ington. It will be because folks are no some in America who make too much and for our people. longer willing to buy America’s debt money and should pay more in taxes. I yield the floor. because they seriously doubt our abil- They believe our government programs The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ity to pay it back. can stimulate economic growth. They ator from New Hampshire. That is not hyperbole. It is not an ex- believe that perhaps America no longer f aggeration. It is a mathematical, indis- needs to fund or can no longer afford to putable fact that no Member of either fund our national defense and our mili- EXTENSION OF MORNING party would dispute. There is general tary at certain levels. BUSINESS agreement on this. And there is general Another group believes that, in fact, Mrs. SHAHEEN. Mr. President, I ask agreement the only way to solve this our revenues should come not from unanimous consent that the period for problem is a combination of two more taxes but from more taxpayers; morning business be extended until 6:00 things: No. 1, this government needs to that what we need is more people being p.m., with Senators permitted to speak generate more revenue; and No. 2, this employed, more businesses being cre- for up to 10 minutes each. government needs to restrict its ated that will pursue tax reform, that The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without growth and spending. Because as bad as will pursue regulatory reform. But, ul- objection, it is so ordered. the $300 billion a month looks, it only timately, we look for more revenue for f gets worse from here on out, in ways I government from economic growth, not FEDERAL AVIATION don’t have time to explain in the next from growth in taxes. We believe the ADMINISTRATION 10 minutes. Suffice it to say our econ- private sector creates these jobs, not omy isn’t growing. It is not producing government and not politicians; that Mrs. SHAHEEN. Mr. President, I ap- enough revenue moving forward. Mean- jobs in America are created when ev- preciate the Senator from Minnesota while, all the programs we fund are eryday people from all walks of life being willing to stay in the chair for a about to explode in their growth be- start a business or expand an existing few more minutes before I have to pre- cause more people than ever are going business. side so I can take this time to express to retire, they will live longer than I believe and we believe in a safety my concern about what has happened they have ever lived, and the math net program, programs that exist to with the failure to reauthorize the Fed- doesn’t add up. These are facts. No one help those who cannot help themselves, eral Aviation Administration. disputes that. and to help those who have tried but The authorization for that adminis- The debate in Washington is not failed to stand up and try again but not tration has expired, and it has led to a about that fact but about how do we safety net programs that function as a partial shutdown of that agency and to solve it. How do we generate more way of life, and believe that America’s 4,000 workers being placed on unpaid money and reduce the spending at the national defense and our role in the furlough. A number of those workers same time? I will tell you this is not a world with the strongest military that are from New Hampshire. While I know debate we will solve in the month of man has ever known is still indispen- all of us here are glad we were able to August. In fact, I believe it will charac- sable. come together to reach a bipartisan terize the rest of this Congress, the 2012 These are two very different visions agreement on raising the debt ceiling elections, and the years that lie ahead. of America and two very different and avoiding a financial crisis, I am The division on how to solve it goes to types of solutions. Ultimately, we may deeply disappointed that bipartisanship the root of the dispute we face in find that between these two points has failed us when it comes to reau- America between two very different vi- there may not be a middle ground; thorizing the FAA. sions of America’s future—by the way, that, in fact, as a nation and as a peo- I understand the House may head one not more or less patriotic than the ple we must decide what we want the home for recess today and for the rest other. Patriotic, country-loving Ameri- role of government to be in America of August, stranding 4,000 FAA workers cans can disagree on their future vision moving forward. and as many as 70,000—that is right, of what kind of country we should be. Let me close by saying this has been 70,000—airport construction workers But this division—this difference of a unique week for me in a couple ways. around the country who are out of opinion—is the reason why even One has been, of course, the debate work until we can get an agreement. though this bill passed, this debate we that has happened. The other is my So let me review for a minute how we have had is going to move forward for family has been here for the better part got here. some time to come. of a week, young children. We had an Since the FAA’s authorization ex- On the one hand, there are those who opportunity today after the vote to pired in 2007, Congress has passed 20 believe the job of government is to de- walk around a little bit and look at all short-term extensions of the FAA. All liver us economic justice—which basi- the statues and the monuments that of those bills, every single one of them, cally means an economy where every- pay tribute to our heritage as a people. were clean bills intended to keep the one does well or as well as possibly can It reminds us that we are not the first FAA running while Congress decided be done. There is another group who Americans who have been asked to how to deal with the complicated pol- believes in the concept of economic op- choose what kind of country we want icy issues of a long-term reauthoriza- portunity—where it is not the govern- or what role of government we want in tion. Unfortunately, the 21st time ment’s job to guarantee an outcome our country. It is a choice every gen- around—that is the time that we are but to guarantee the opportunity to eration before us has had to make. in—the House decided it was no longer fulfill your dreams and hopes. One is Even in this Chamber, as I stand important to keep the FAA operating, not more moral than the other. They here, you can sit back and absorb the and 4,000 people are out of work while are two very different visions of the history of some of the extraordinary the House of Representatives may head role of government in America. But it debates that took place on this very home for recess. lies at the heart of the debate we are floor, debates that went to the core and I appreciate that there are some sig- having as a nation. Washington is di- to the heart of what kind of country we nificant differences between the two vided because America is divided on wanted to be moving forward. 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Now he is facing the possi- ians—indeed, to us as residents of plan- HUTCHISON appointed Members to a bility of an entire month without pay. et Earth. conference committee where the House There are thousands of people all He served 2 years in the Marines, and Senate could work out our policy across the country who are stuck in earned his degree with honors, a law differences. So far, the House has re- the same circumstance who want to degree, and was associate editor of the fused to appoint conferees. Instead, get back to work, who we need to get Florida Law Review. He became the they have decided to stop negotiating back to work. We need them to get youngest circuit judge serving in a dis- and, unfortunately, to play politics back to work so they can pay their trict in central Florida. He was the with 4,000 FAA workers and their fami- mortgages and their children’s college Brevard County solicitor, he was spe- lies. tuitions and their medical bills. We cial assistant State attorney, he was Right now the FAA has been shut need them to get back to work so they county attorney for Seminole County, down for 11 days and as long as that can continue to build a GPS-based air he was Assistant to the Florida Gov- shutdown continues, the government traffic control system like every other ernor, and he served as a member of will continue to lose $200 million a industrialized country has. We need to the Florida Land Sales Board. week, about $30 million a day, that get this economy moving again. That I knew Thom back in those early would pay for airport maintenance and means we need to be serious about our days in Melbourne and Brevard County safety and for the replacement of our responsibilities here in Washington. as we were experiencing the explosive country’s outdated air traffic control Let’s pass a clean extension of the growth, at the time, of the Nation’s at- system. If the shutdown continues FAA. Let’s get these people back to tempt to catch up with the Soviet through the August recess, we are work, and let’s go about the business of Union since they had surprised us by going to lose over $1 billion in revenue rebuilding a modern air traffic control putting up Sputnik and then later beat that could be used to upgrade our air system like we should have in the us into orbit with Yuri Gagarin before transportation system. That is waste United States. we could get Alan Shepard into of the worst kind, and it makes our I yield the floor, and I would suggest suborbit and then John Glenn into deficit problems worse at a time when the absence of a quorum. orbit. everybody says they are so focused on The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Those were exciting times. I will the deficits. clerk will call the roll. never forget I heard Thom, as we were Every day the shutdown continues The assistant parliamentarian pro- sitting around one day, saying I am im- has a very real, very painful impact on ceeded to call the roll. patient having to sleep because I am so people all around the country who have Mr. NELSON of Florida. Madam excited about getting up in the morn- been furloughed. I hope the House, in President, I ask unanimous consent the ing and going out and doing all these leaving for recess, has left open the op- order for the quorum call be rescinded. things. Of course, I just listed all those portunity to continue to address this The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- important positions of public service. dispute and resolve it in a way that pore. Without objection, it is so or- Along the way, Thom became a good will bring everybody back to work. dered. friend of another Brevard County man, The FAA has issued stop-work orders Mr. NELSON of Florida. Madam George Barley. Actually, I think for 241 airport construction projects President, I ask consent to speak as in George was from Orange County. worth nearly $11 billion that support morning business. George was married to Mary. Both of 70,000 jobs. Again, these are real people The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- them dedicated their lives to restora- who are being forced to make real sac- pore. Without objection, it is so or- tion of the Everglades. George and rifices. dered. Mary established the Everglades Trust In my State of New Hampshire, a $16 f and the Everglades Foundation and million project to rebuild the runway then, when George died a very tragic of Boire Field in Nashua will be de- RECOGNIZING THOM RUMBERGER death back in 1995, Thom joined with layed if we don’t pass an extension. Mr. NELSON of Florida. Madam Mary to make sure George Barley’s Boire Field is the busiest general avia- President, I rise to recognize the im- dream of a restored Everglades became tion airport in New England, and portant contributions of a special Flo- a reality. breaking ground this fall on the run- ridian for his unrelenting determina- Thom was an active member of the way reconstruction project would have tion to protect one of our Nation’s Republican Party, but I can tell you created 50 jobs. Instead, because of this unique natural resources; that is, the that in the friendship between us, par- delay, construction likely won’t begin Florida Everglades. He is a prestigious tisan membership did not mean any- until spring and those 50 people are attorney. He is a commanding liti- thing. We had a personal friendship, going to have to wait, something that gator. This individual, Thom and one could often see that as he en- shouldn’t have to happen. The tragedy Rumberger, has dedicated much of his gaged in public service, but that was is they won’t have jobs, not because personal and professional life to ad- especially so when it came to the pres- they don’t have the skills or that the vancing the restoration and protection ervation and the restoration of the Ev- project isn’t needed but because the of the river of grass. His brilliant, inci- erglades. His success extends, other House is playing politics with the FAA. sive mind, his creativity, and his fear- than his community and country serv- Forty-two employees at the FAA’s air lessness combine to make Thom one of ice, to a career in private practice. He traffic control center in Nashua have Florida’s most influential Everglades was one of the founding partners of been furloughed and this shutdown is leaders. Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell, and under taking a terrible toll on them. I want He has been a man proud to serve his Thom’s leadership the firm’s modest to tell you about one, Steve Finnerty country and his community. It goes beginnings were quickly surpassed as it from Bedford. back to the time he interrupted his col- moved to all kinds of new legal suc- I talked to Steve earlier today. He is lege career to volunteer for the Ma- cesses. Today, that firm includes 75 a civil engineer and he has worked for rines. He served in the Korean war. trial attorneys in 5 offices all across the FAA for the last 15 years. He is the Over the course of his life, he has con- several southern States. Of course, he sole breadwinner for his family of five. tinued this service as a dedicated pub- has been listed as one of Florida’s He has a young daughter and a pair of lic servant, a respected judge, and a re- superlawyers every year for the last 1-year-old twins who are struggling spected prosecutor. several years. with medical issues. He has already In his family, he is a dedicated father Legend has it Thom Rumberger once lost nearly 2 weeks of pay, and he is and grandfather who obviously has al- convinced a Federal judge to allow a not sure that he is going to get that ways found great happiness with that real automobile in the courtroom as

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The clerk will call the roll. referred to—because he had so many counsel for the Everglades Foundation The legislative clerk proceeded to different careers—somewhat derisively well past two decades. call the roll. as a career chameleon. Thom worked Notably, Thom was instrumental in Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I his way all the way through college, all the passage of two Everglades-related ask unanimous consent that the order the way up to these present successes. Florida constitutional amendments, for the quorum call be rescinded. Let me tell you what he did to sup- the Federal Comprehensive Everglades The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. port himself and to pay for his college Restoration Plan, and in obtaining sev- CASEY.) Without objection, it is so or- education. A lot of people do not re- eral billion dollars in funding for Ever- dered. member Ross Allen’s Reptile Institute glades restoration. That has been one f in Ocala, at Silver Springs. Guess what of my primary duties as the senior Sen- HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES the main attraction was: the eastern ator from Florida, and I have worked diamondback rattlesnake. Thom’s job, with him over the years on this Ever- LIEUTENANT COMMANDER JANE LANHAM at which he earned enough money to glades restoration. TAFOYA put himself through school, was to He has been primarily responsible for Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I milk those rattlesnakes. Florida’s acquisition of one of our nat- want to pay tribute to a young woman Clearly, that is a tourist attraction ural resources, the 75,000-acre Babcock from Owensboro, KY, who lost her life because that is a fascinating thing, to Ranch in the southwest part of Florida, while in service to her country. U.S. see that snake coiled up, ready to which now provides necessary corridors Navy LCDR Jane Lanham Tafoya was strike, and they stick a stick down for wildlife, especially the endangered assigned to the Naval Branch Health there and pin his head and then reach Florida panther. In the late 1980s, Clinic in Manama, Bahrain, in support down behind the head and pick him up Thom worked to implement some of of Operation Iraqi Freedom. She died and they have this 6-foot rattlesnake. the first manatee protection laws. from non-combat related causes on But there is a purpose to this other Throughout his four decades in pub- September 19, 2006. She was 43 years than charming their guests. They lic service, he has demonstrated the old. squeeze behind that head and the importance of looking out for the com- For her heroic service, Lieutenant mouth opens and those two fangs come mon good. Commander Tafoya received many out and they put those fangs down into I just did an interview today in the awards, medals and decorations, in- a glass and they milk that rattlesnake. aftermath of our vote on what started cluding the Navy and Marine Corps The poisonous venom that was then out to be highly contentious on what Commendation Medal with Gold Star, collected and stored becomes the basis we were going to resolve in debt reduc- the Navy and Marine Corps Achieve- for the anti-snake bite serum that has tion and deficit reduction with the ment Medal, the National Defense saved so many lives. I remember one pending guillotine hanging over our Service Medal with Bronze Star, the time he actually went back after he head, the default that would occur at Global War on Terrorism Service had been judge and prosecutor and all 12 tonight, which has now been avert- Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve these things. He told me he was invited ed. The reporter who was asking me Medal, and the Navy Pistol Shot Medal to come back to the Ross Allen Reptile the questions in the interview said: with Sharpshooter Device. Institute. He said when he walked into Well, why is it that everything is so Lieutenant Commander Tafoya had that cage with all those rattlesnakes, contentious and people are all so served for 18 years in the Navy. Before the snakes looked so big. He didn’t re- wrapped up in themselves that they her assignment in Bahrain she had member the snakes looking that big talk past each other and they are only served at the Naval Hospital and Naval when he was a college kid earning his looking out for their own interests and Reserve Center in Philadelphia, the Bu- way through college. Thom promises don’t respect the other fellow’s point of reau of Medicine here in Washington, that it was right there in that snakepit view? DC, the Naval Hospital at Camp that he learned the skills of public Thom Rumberger represents that Lejeune, NC, aboard the U.S.S. Ronald speaking and working with the public kind of person who always respected Reagan, and at Navy Environmental because he had to explain how he was the other person’s point of view. So Preventive Medicine Unit 2 in Norfolk, milking the rattlesnake to all of the when it was time to draw up the solu- VA. In Bahrain she was working as an guests who were there, and obviously tion to whatever the problem was, then industrial hygienist. he had their attention. the parties could come together and Born in Daviess County, KY, Jane He even enjoyed a brief acting career find that consensus. That has been was a graduate of Owensboro Catholic as a stuntman for the movie ‘‘The sorely lacking in Washington and High School, Murray State University Creature of the Black Lagoon.’’ Re- around this country. We saw a shining and Temple University. Her mother, member that one that scared the wits little moment yesterday and today— Avis Lanham, remembers Jane as a out of all of us when we were children, yesterday in the House of Representa- smart student who enjoyed learning, ‘‘The Creature of the Black Lagoon’’? tives with an overwhelming vote and got all As in school, and loved to read. He has had quite a few varieties in his today on the floor of the Senate with In high school Jane played softball and life. an overwhelming vote—to start the volleyball, and she was on the Murray He has generously committed himself process of deficit reduction. It is folks State intramural bowling team. to public service. Beyond the positions such as Thom Rumberger whom we Avis says that Jane loved to travel, I have already mentioned, he was ap- ought to be looking to in how they and she loved being in the Navy. And pointed to Florida’s Federal Judicial have demonstrated their community Jane ‘‘could always see the good in Advisory Commission and the Board of service instead of what we have seen people,’’ Avis says of her daughter. Supervisors of the Spaceport Florida play out over the last several months. Whenever something negative was said Authority. Presently, he is chairman of Thanks to the selfless commitment about a person, Jane would just re- the Everglades Trust. He has served as of folks such as Thom, America’s Ever- spond with, ‘‘Well, nobody’s perfect.’’ chairman of the Collins Center for Pub- glades will be restored for the benefit We are thinking of Jane’s loved ones lic Policy, which was named after one of future generations. It is not just today, including her husband John of our great Governors of Florida— Florida, it is America that owes Thom Tafoya; her daughters Rachel and Nat- former Governor, now deceased—Gov. a great deal of gratitude. My bride of 40 alie Tafoya; her mother Avis Lanham; Leroy Collins. He has been a member of years, Grace, who has known Thom al- her brother and sister-in-law Brad and the Board of Visitors of Florida State most as long as I have, joins me in Kathy; her sister and brother-in-law

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And we salute the ator’s view that nothing in H.R. 2715 is rebel troops, which in the recent past sacrifice that LCDR Jane Lanham intended to delay the Commission’s committed atrocities and massacres on Tafoya made, half a world away from rulemaking with respect to third party their march to Abidjan, and at the her native Owensboro home, on behalf testing and believe that Commission worst he is tacitly approving their ac- of a very grateful Nation. should conclude its testing tions by not intervening. I yield the floor. rulemakings in the next 2 months. I AP also reports that ‘‘even the supported H.R. 2715 because it made f French Embassy sent a security mes- minor modifications to an important H.R. 2715 consumer product safety law and sup- sage to its citizens warning that ‘inci- Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, I ported implementation of important dents of unequal gravity are still being rise to engage in a colloquy with my aspect of the Consumer Product Safety reported.’ ’’ And this is 3 months after colleagues, Senators DURBIN and Improvement Act such as the consumer the French themselves militarily over- PRYOR, over the passage of H.R. 2715, a product database. This bill will require threw President Gbagbo and installed bill that passed on the House suspen- the CPSC to extend the deadline for Ouattara! The French are indeed now sion calendar by a vote of 421–2 and the posting reports on defective products reaping what they have sown. Senate by unanimous consent. Due to by 5 days if a business asserts that the I point out again that Amnesty Inter- the fact that this bill bypassed regular information in the report is not accu- national alleges that these forces under order and failed to receive consider- rate. However, this change does not Ouattara’s command are continuing to ation in the Commerce Committee, I alter the fact that the Commission still engage in ‘‘documented crimes under believe it is important to explain our must post the report in the database international law and human rights intent in passing this bill. after those 5 days even if it is still re- violations and abuses, including Mr. DURBIN. I am frustrated that viewing the merits of the complaint. extrajudicial executions and other un- the Consumer Product Safety Commis- f lawful killings, rape and other sexual sion has taken too long to promulgate violence, torture, other ill-treatment COTE D’IVOIRE rules required by the Consumer Prod- and arbitrary arrest and detention; as uct Safety Improvement Act, CPSIA, Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I spoke well as the consequences of high levels including the rules on third-party test- about the situation in Cote d’Ivoire of displacement, pervasive insecurity, ing obligations and the component part just last Friday and pointed out that and intentional destruction of homes testing rule. I did not oppose H.R. 2715, the person responsible for the chaos and other buildings not justified by because it does not delay or impede the and killing—a rebel named Alassane military necessity.’’ Commission’s ability to implement Ouattara—met last Friday with Presi- those rules—although it may place dent Obama in our Nation’s White The AP story summarizes the cur- some increased costs on the Commis- House. I said then and say now again rent situation by quoting the conclusion due to actions required as a result that this was an unwise and grossly sion of the Amnesty International re- of new CPSC mandates and authori- misguided decision by Obama. It is in port which states that ‘‘if [this situa- ties—and I urge the Commission to fact an outrage that our President tion is] not addressed quickly, the very complete its work expeditiously. would welcome, with open arms, a po- serious consequences of the recent Mr. ROCKEFELLER. I share the Sen- tential war criminal who is responsible wave of insecurity and displacement ator’s concerns about the CPSC’s delay for the death of at least 3,000 people will have further repercussions during in promulgating its regulations in ac- and displacement of half a million refu- the coming years and may fuel growing cordance with the mandates of CPSIA. gees in the African country of Cote discontent and unrest, undermining ef- While I sympathize with the CPSC over d’Ivoire. Ouattara is an illegitimate forts to promote reconciliation in a its resource constraints, the Commis- usurper who has scandalized Cote country torn apart by a decade of eth- sion must accelerate its efforts and d’Ivoire’s electoral system, and unlaw- nic strife and violent conflict.’’ complete the important regulations re- fully ousted the democratically elected This is my ninth time speaking on quired under CPSIA. The provisions in incumbent President Laurent Gbagbo. the Senate floor about the ongoing section 2 of H.R. 2715 were not intended Now the Associated Press reports bloodbath of unspeakable acts of vio- to delay or stop the Commission’s cur- just yesterday that the violence in lence that are occurring in the once rent rulemaking under section 102 Cote d’Ivoire remains uncontrolled. beautiful and prosperous country of (d)(2) of the Consumer Product Safety The title of the AP story says is all. It Cote d’Ivoire. I again call for the inter- Improvement Act to implement the reads: ‘‘Warlords in Ivory Coast convention of the African Union—and not critical provision related to the third- tinue to reign, national reconciliation the French—to bring an end to the vio- party testing of children’s products. I difficult 3 months later.’’ lence there, and call for new elections fully expect the Commission to go for- The AP story highlights the just re- that will this time prevent the elec- ward with these important leased Amnesty International report toral fraud by Ouattara that allowed rulemakings with no disruption from that I spoke about last week that him to claim victory. I also call for the the passage of this bill. pointed out that ‘‘Ouattara’s rebel release of President Gbagbo and his Given the limited resources of the Army continues to carry out violence wife Simone who are being held incom- Commission and recognizing the length and intimidation against ethnicities municado by Ouattara, and either of time it has taken to implement the perceived as having supported Presi- allow President Gbagbo to seek reelec- provisions of the Consumer Product dent Gbagbo, and that almost 700,000 tion for President or be allowed to go Safety Improvement Act, it is intended people remain in refugee camps for dis- into exile. I have been in communica- that most of H.R. 2715’s new mandates placed people in the country’s remote tion with a sub-Saharan African coun- on the CPSC are not rulemakings. far west.’’ try which has agreed to grant asylum Some of the new authority, such as the The AP highlights the fact that al- to the Gbagbos, and I call upon our functional purpose exemption and the though Ouattara is telling the world authority to restrict the scope of the that he is seeking reconciliation; in State Department to facilitate such a used products exemption, are subject fact Ouattara is allowing ‘‘a pervading move as it did for former Haitian Presi- to a notice and hearing requirement, culture of criminality to continue.’’ dent Duvalier in 1986. but not to a rulemaking. Others, such For example, in the financial capital The killing must stop. My rec- as the creation of a new public registry of Abidjan, warlords have taken over ommendations are a path to stop the for small batch manufacturers, can be parts of the city and death squads killing.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:47 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02AU6.012 S02AUPT1 tjames on DSK1DXX6B1PROD with SENATE August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S5237 HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES Dubrovnik, Croatia, as part of the offi- five days. Three resolutions and more than one dozen amendments to various resolu- STAFF SERGEANT LEX L. LEWIS cial U.S. Delegation to the 6th annual Croatian Summit of regional political tions initiated by the United States Delega- Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, it is leaders and European officials. tion were nevertheless considered and passed with a heavy heart that I rise today to by the Assembly. Senator Shaheen was also As the report details, the Parliamen- honor the life and heroic service of able to make a one-day visit to neighboring tary Assembly of the Organization for SSG Lex L. Lewis. Staff Sergeant Bosnia-Herzegovina, and both Senators were Security and Cooperation in Europe, or Lewis died on July 15, 2011, when his able to link with their colleague, Senator OSCE PA, has been an excellent oppor- Mark Begich (D–AK), attending the Croatian dismounted patrol received small arms tunity for the U.S. Congress to engage Summit of regional political leaders held in fire in Farah Province, Afghanistan. our European friends and allies, and to Dubrovnik, Croatia. Staff Sergeant Lewis was serving in make clear to less friendly countries THE OSCE PA support of Operation Enduring Free- that our ties to the continent will not The Parliamentary Assembly was created dom. He was 40 years old. be diminished. within the framework of the OSCE as an Staff Sergeant Lewis was assigned to U.S. engagement also provides a independent, consultative body consisting of B Troop, 1st Squadron, 10th Cavalry 320 parliamentarians from the 56 partici- means for us to advance U.S. interests Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, Fort pating States, stretching from Central Asia by encouraging Europe to focus more Carson, CO. Friends and family mem- and Russia across Europe and including the on policy issues of concern to us, from bers remember Staff Sergeant Lewis as United States and Canada. Annual Sessions democratic shortcomings within Eu- a soldier who truly loved the Army. His are the chief venue for debating inter- rope such as Belarus to the new chal- national issues and voting on a declaration mother Betty said, ‘‘He just liked being lenges and opportunities coming from addressing human rights, democratic devel- a soldier . . . this is what he wanted to North Africa and the Middle East and opment, rule-of-law, economic, environ- do.’’ other parts of the world. mental and security concerns among the par- After graduating from high school, ticipating States and the international com- The revised Senate schedule made us Staff Sergeant Lewis joined the Navy munity. miss the opening days of the Belgrade and was first stationed in Japan. He The Parliamentary Assembly adopts its meeting, but we made up for that with joined the Army later, in 1999, and declaration by majority voting for resolu- an intensive schedule from Friday to tions coming from three committees dealing bravely served three combat tours— Sunday. All three U.S. resolutions and with political/security, economic/environ- two in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. most of our delegation’s amendments mental and democracy/human rights issues Staff Sergeant Lewis’s commanders to resolutions were adopted, including respectively, in addition to other resolutions and company-mates alike remember introduced by delegations to supplement a resolution I submitted on political him as a soldier who exemplifies the these texts. Following the amendment of transition in the Mediterranean region proudest traditions of the U.S. Army. these resolutions also by majority voting, and amendments welcoming the arrest They often came to him for counsel this generally allows for considerable ver- of at-large war crimes indictee Ratko and advice during difficult times. His biage to be accepted each year but also for Mladic and calling for Turkey to allow franker language addressing controversial or decorations include the Bronze Star the Ecumenical Patriarch to open a new issues to be included than the OSCE Medal, Purple Heart, two Army Com- theological school in Halki. itself can achieve on the basis of consensus mendation Medals, five Army Achieve- among the 56 participating States. The Senator SHAHEEN and I also used the ment Medals, and two Army Good Con- opportunity of visiting Belgrade to en- heavy focus of OSCE diplomats on issues like duct Medals. trafficking in persons and combating intoler- courage progress in Serbia’s demo- Mark Twain once said, ‘‘The fear of ance in society is rooted in initiatives origi- cratic transition. We met with Presi- death follows from the fear of life. A nally undertaken by the parliamentarians in dent Tadic as well as the Speaker of man who lives fully is prepared to die the Assembly. the Serbian National Assembly, the Having the largest delegation with 17 at any time.’’ Staff Sergeant Lewis’s chief negotiator in the technical talks members, the United States historically has service was in keeping with this senti- on Kosovo-related issues, representa- played a key role in OSCE PA proceedings, ment—by selflessly putting country tives of civil society, and of Serbia’s and there has been robust congressional par- first, he lived life to the fullest. He ticipation since the Assembly’s inception Romani and Jewish communities. lived with a sense of the highest honor- two decades ago. This engagement is reas- We came away from our visit im- able purpose. suring to friends and allies in Europe while pressed with the progress Serbia has Mr. President, I stand with Colorado ensuring that issues of interest or concern to made thus far. While there are lin- U.S. foreign policy are raised and discussed. and people nationwide in profound gering manifestations of the extreme In addition to representing the United States gratitude for Staff Sergeant Lewis’s and violent nationalism from the as delegates, members of the Helsinki Com- tremendous sacrifice. He served proud- Milosevic era of the 1990s, I believe mission have served as OSCE PA special rep- ly and honorably in Iraq and Afghani- there is a genuine commitment to resentatives on specific issues of concern, stan when his country needed him committee officers, vice presidents and the overcome them. We should support most. We are humbled by his service Assembly president. those in and out of government in Ser- and his sacrifice. I ask my colleagues THE TWENTIETH ANNUAL SESSION bia who turn this commitment into ac- to join me in extending heartfelt sym- This year’s Annual Session was hosted by tion. pathy and condolences to Staff Ser- the National Assembly of Serbia and held in Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- geant Lewis’s family. Belgrade’s Sava Center, the 1977–78 venue for sent to have printed in the RECORD the the first follow-up meeting of the diplomatic f Report to which I referred. process that was initiated by the 1975 signing OSCE PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY There being no objection, the mate- of the Helsinki Final Act and is the OSCE rial was ordered to be printed in the today. During various interventions at the session, note was made not only of the vast Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I wish to RECORD, as follows: submit for the RECORD a report on the changes in Europe since that time but also REPORT OF THE US. CONGRESSIONAL DELEGA- activity of a congressional delegation I in Serbia, which was then a constituent re- TION (CODEL CARDIN) TO BELGRADE, SERBIA; public of the former Yugoslavia but is today led to Belgrade, Serbia, from July 7 to SARAJEVO, BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA; AND 10, to represent the United States at an independent state making progress in DUBROVNIK, CROATIA JULY 7–10, 2011 democratic development after overcoming the 20th Annual Session of the OSCE Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D–MD), Hel- more than a decade of authoritarian rule and Parliamentary Assembly. I did so in sinki Commission Co-Chairman, and fellow extreme nationalist sentiment. my capacity as cochairman of the U.S. Senator and Commissioner Jeanne Shaheen A meeting of the Standing Committee— Helsinki Commission. (D–NH) traveled to the 20th Annual Session composed of OSCE PA officers plus the heads I was joined by our colleague from of the Organization for Security and Co- of all delegations—met prior to the opening New Hampshire, Senator SHAHEEN, who operation in Europe Parliamentary Assem- of the Annual Session. Chaired by OSCE PA also traveled to Sarajevo, Bosnia. Sen- bly (OSCE PA), held in Belgrade, Serbia, President Petros Efthymiou of Greece, the from July 6–10, 2011. The senators were able committee heard numerous reports on the ator SHAHEEN is also a member of the to do this despite a US. congressional sched- activities of the past year, endorsed a budget Helsinki Commission. Our colleague ule that precluded House Members from that has remained frozen for a fourth con- from Alaska, Senator BEGICH, also par- traveling to the meeting and curtailed Sen- secutive fiscal year, and approved for consid- ticipated on the delegation but was in ate attendance to only three of the session’s eration at the Annual Session 25 of the 26

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It also called for an the issue of investigating an organ-traf- With approximately 230 parliamentarians OSCE civil society forum to be hosted by a ficking case that originated in neighboring in attendance, the opening plenary of the Mediterranean Partner State later this year. Kosovo during the 1999 conflict. Serbian offi- Annual Session featured a welcome by Ser- The Senator collaborated with the head of cials lobbied the PA Assembly directly and bian Prime Minister Mirko Cvetkovic and the Spanish delegation on numerous addi- through the media to accept the resolution’s National Assembly Speaker Slavica Djukic- tional amendments to demonstrate the real call for the United Nations to conduct the Dejanovic and reports by the OSCE Chair-in priority this should be for the organization, investigation, contrary to the efforts being Office, Lithuanian Foreign Minister and the initiative received widespread praise undertaken by the U.S. and EU to proceed Audronius Az˘ubalis, and the newly appointed among the delegates. ‘‘We have all been in- through an already established EU rule-of- OSCE Secretary General, Lamberto Zannier spired by the movements for freedom and law mission. The U.S.-supported amendment of Italy. Zannier welcomed the OSCE PA’s change sweeping across the Middle East and was successful in designating the EU entity interest in fostering closer cooperation with North Africa,’’ Senator Cardin noted while and the U.N. Mission in Kosovo as respon- the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna and introducing the resolution, ‘‘and we support sible for the investigation. There was insuffi- committed himself to facilitating greater PA the citizens of the countries in the region as cient support, however, for a U.S. amend- engagement through his leadership of the they demand respect for their basic human ment welcoming EU efforts thus far. OSCE Secretariat and coordination with its rights, economic opportunity, and open and During the course of debate, Co-Chairman institutions. responsive government . . . The OSCE and Cardin also suggested granting Mediterra- In his own remarks, PA President our Parliamentary Assembly have substan- nean Partner countries a greater ability to Efthymiou noted the ‘‘spirit of Helsinki’’ tial capacity to assist our Mediterranean participate in OSCE PA sessions through which developed at the Belgrade meeting Partners . . . We also must condemn in the changes to Assembly rules. He also high- more than three decades ago and lamented strongest terms the unbridled violence un- lighted U.S. policy on cyber security in the the crisis in which the OSCE finds itself leashed by the governments of Libya and vigorous debate of a resolution which in today. He called for significant changes to Syria against their own citizens.’’ some respects diverged from the U.S. ap- the operations of the Vienna-based organiza- Though not in attendance, Commission proach. In his capacity as an OSCE Vice tion to make it more effective and relevant Chairman Christopher H. Smith (R–NJ) in- President, the Senator, as an urgent matter, in addressing the political and security troduced two resolutions for the Assembly’s also supported consideration of a resolution issues of today. The theme for the Annual consideration that also were adopted. The focused on the lack of transparency in the Session—Strengthening the OSCE’S Effec- first dealt with Combating Labor Trafficking OSCE during the recent selection of a new tiveness and Efficiency, a New Start after in Supply Chains, urging governments to en- Secretary General. Language on this matter the Astana Summit—was chosen to address sure that all goods they procure are free was also included in the final declaration. this matter in light of last December’s sum- from raw materials and finished products SELECTING THE OSCE PA LEADERSHIP FOR THE mit meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan, which produced by trafficked labor and to press COMING YEAR corporations to independently verify that had heightened the political attention paid In addition to hearing closing comments their supply chains are free of exploitation. to the OSCE’s work. from Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Jeremic The resolution also sought to raise consumer The following three days were devoted to and adopting the final declaration, the par- awareness about industries more likely to committee consideration and amendment of liamentarians attending the Annual Session use trafficked labor. Two strengthening the three resolutions and 21 supplementary voted for contested seats in the Assembly’s amendments authored by Co-Chairman items, and plenary consideration of the four leadership. President Efthymiou was unop- Cardin were adopted. The amendments wel- additional supplementary items. Two addi- posed, as was Treasurer Roberto Battelli of comed a recent OSCE meeting on the issue tional resolutions were defeated in the proc- Slovenia, and both were re-elected by accla- and urged diplomats to pass a declaration on ess. The first was another initiative of an mation. In a race among six candidates for the matter during a meeting of OSCE foreign Italian delegate focusing on crimes causing three of the nine Vice President positions, ministers later this year. serious social alarm, which lacked signifi- Wolfgang Grossruck of Austria was re-elect- cant support. The second originated with the The second Smith Resolution focused on International Parental Child Abductions and ed, with Walburga Habsburg-Douglas of Swe- Belgian delegation on enlarging the OSCE’s den and Tonino Picula of Croatia elected for Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation to passed without amendment. Its core focus was to press OSCE States to become parties the first time. Senator Cardin has one addi- include Lebanon and the Palestinian Na- tional year in his term as Vice President and tional Authority (PNA). The latter was lost to the 1983 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is not eligible for another re-election. in a close vote after being heavily debated by Committee officers saw more dramatic and to implement its provisions. The resolu- those who advocate wider engagement in the changes, with only one officer retaining his tion also urged that parental child abduction long-term and those who questioned the tim- position as committee chair. Others moved be considered at the 2011 OSCE Ministerial ing of taking such an initiative. A number of to higher positions within the committees or parliamentarians felt it inappropriate for Council in Vilnius this December. Ranking House Commissioner Alcee L. ran for the three Vice President seats. Unfor- the OSCE to solicit interest by the Lebanese Hastings (D–FL), who serves as the Par- tunately for the U.S. Delegation, Represent- Government and the PNA while they are liamentary Assembly’s Special Representa- ative Robert B. Aderholt (R–AL), a Helsinki both under leadership that does not embrace tive on Mediterranean Affairs, collaborated Commissioner, did not win his second re- OSCE principles. Some of the resolutions with OSCE PA Special Representative on Mi- election bid as a committee Vice Chair due which did pass examined the deplorable gration Kathleen Ferrier of the Netherlands to his inability to be in Belgrade. He was un- human rights situation in Belarus, the unre- on countering racism and xenophobia in Eu- successful in fighting off a challenge by a solved conflict in Moldova, gender issues in rope with measures to foster inclusion of af- French delegate who entered the race at the the OSCE and the participating States, na- fected communities. Noting that 2011 has last minute. tional minority concerns including the been designated the International Year for SIDE EVENTS IN BELGRADE plight of Roma, cyber security, as well as People of African Descent, the resolution in- In addition to the formal proceedings, combating violent extremism, transnational cluded a focus on racial bias against citizens OSCE PA meetings often offer the possibility organized crime, and human trafficking for and migrants of African descent, and called for delegations to sponsor side-events on labor and organs. for specific measures to be taken by OSCE issues needing additional attention. A lunch- U.S. INITIATIVES IN BELGRADE institutions to address reported increases of eon focusing on gender issues in the OSCE is Despite its small size, the U.S. Delegation racial and ethnic discrimination in the OSCE held annually, including in Belgrade. Non- remained very active in the deliberations, region. The resolution also emphasized the governmental organizations may also hold introducing three resolutions of its own, importance of integrating ethnic minorities their own events and invite the delegates to working closely with the delegation of the into economic and political life through ca- participate. In Belgrade, a coalition held a Netherlands on a fourth, and suggesting over pacity building partnerships between the session on continued use of torture in OSCE a dozen amendments to various texts. All public and private sector. The resolution States, with a focus particularly on the situ- four of these resolutions were adopted, as passed with widespread support. ation in Kyrgyzstan following the ethnic vio- were all but two of the U.S. amendments. Supported by Senator Shaheen, Co-Chair- lence in 2009. Delegation-sponsored events in Co-Chairman Cardin’s major initiative was man Cardin covered several smaller and Belgrade included one on human rights a resolution on Mediterranean Political more detailed issues with amendments, such abuses in Belarus, one on cases of alleged Transition, which directs the OSCE and its as one welcoming the arrest in Serbia of at- trafficking in human organs in Kosovo and participating States to make their expertise large war crimes indictee Ratko Mladic, an- elsewhere, and one featuring a film on two in building democratic institutions available other urging Turkey to allow the reopening Jewish sisters in Serbia who escaped the Hol- to Mediterranean Partner States: Algeria, of the Ecumenical Orthodox Patriarchate’s ocaust during World War II. With Senator Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia. Theological School of Halki without condi- Shaheen and U.S. Ambassador to Serbia The resolution specifically encouraged the tion or further delay, and another supporting Mary Burce Warlick in attendance, Senator

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Lagumdzija and several officials at the enti- eral relations of the countries visited by the BILATERAL MEETINGS WITH SERBIA AND A SIDE- ty and local levels of government to discuss congressional delegation, and their economic TRIP TO BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA ways to overcome the country’s current po- growth has been negatively affected not only litical impasse and to find a solution in par- While the delegation travelled to Belgrade by the larger international crisis but by poor ticular on forming a state-level coalition principally to represent the United States at economic governance as well. At a time of government. She also met with several the OSCE PA Annual Session, the Helsinki both promise and uncertainty, the reassur- women entrepreneurs and leaders of non- Commission leadership regularly uses this ance of continued U.S. engagement was wel- governmental organizations to discuss their travel to discuss bilateral issues with the comed by government officials, civil society particular concerns and ability to have a host country and to visit nearby countries of representatives and by the media that exten- positive impact in an ethnically divided Bos- concern. In Serbia, the delegation met with sively covered the delegation’s activities. nian society. From the international pres- President Boris Tadic, National Assembly ence, the Senator met with Head of the f Speaker Slavica Djukic-Dejanovic, and chief OSCE Mission Gary Robbins and the Deputy negotiator for technical talks on Kosovo INTELLIGENCE AUTHORIZATION High Representative Roderick Moore, both Boris Stefanovic. Ambassador Warlick from the United States. Senator Shaheen Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I would briefed the Senators and attended the meet- noted the continued commitment of the like to briefly address S. 1458, the intel- ings. United States to political stability in Bos- ligence authorization bill for fiscal Evident in the bilateral meetings was the nia-Herzegovina and its progress toward in- progress Serbia was making in its internal year 2012, which has now been reported creasing integration into European institu- political transition and attainment of Euro- by the Select Committee on Intel- tions, indicating that that engagement was pean integration. Serbian officials made ligence. I know that the chair and vice supported both by the Administration and clear they were committed to overcoming chair of the committee, Senator FEIN- Congress. In a media interview, she stressed the nationalist legacy of the Milosevic era, that the political and civil society leaders of STEIN and Senator CHAMBLISS, along strengthening Serbia’s democratic institu- Bosnia-Herzegovina need to work together with their respective staff, have tions and encouraging greater respect for the and across ethnic lines if the country is to worked hard on this bill, and I support rule of law. While there are clear differences accede to the European Union or receive IMF nearly every provision in it. However, I between the United States and Serbia re- funding. garding Kosovo, the officials asked for an ex- strongly disagree with the decision to pression of congressional support for agree- THE CROATIAN SUMMIT include a 3-year extension of the FISA ments being reached in technical talks be- At the conclusion of the OSCE PA Annual Amendments Act of 2008 in this bill, tween Belgrade and Pristina that were of di- Session and prior to their return to Wash- and it is my intention to object to any rect benefit to the people and brought an in- ington, Senators Cardin and Shaheen joined request to pass this bill by unanimous creased sense of regional stability, as well. their colleague, Senator Begich, who was at- consent. Consistent with my own pol- They also stressed their support for Bosnia- tending the 6th Croatian Summit of regional political leaders and European officials in icy and Senate rules, I am announcing Herzegovina’s unity and territorial integ- my intention to object by placing a no- rity. The U.S. Delegation welcomed Serbia’s Dubrovnik, Croatia, as part of the official approach and encouraged Belgrade to curtail U.S. Delegation led by Under Secretary of tice in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. the activity of parallel Serbian institutions State for Political Affairs William Burns. In As most of my colleagues remember, in northern Kosovo which are currently the his statement to the summit and during Congress passed the FISA Amendments greatest source of instability in the region. meetings with various leaders, particularly Act in 2008 in an effort to give the gov- The message was amplified throughout the with Croatian officials, Senator Begich ex- ernment new authorities to conduct region by a VOA interview conducted with pressed his appreciation of Croatia’s per- surveillance of foreigners outside the formance as a NATO ally, including its sup- Senator Cardin. United States. The bill contained an The U.S. Delegation also met with rep- port for NATO operations in Afghanistan, resentatives of Serbia’s civil society and and encouraged Croatia to support neigh- expiration date of December 2012, and Romani communities. The Senators ex- boring Bosnia’s stability and prosperity. He the purpose of this expiration date was pressed support for civil society efforts to also suggested ways Croatia could enhance to force Members of Congress to come promote greater tolerance in society, to its business and investment climate. back in a few years and examine monitor the extent to which laws and poli- CONCLUSION whether these new authorities had cies adopted were actually implemented, and During the course of three days, the dele- been interpreted and implemented as to tackle issues—such as corruption—that gation led by Senator Cardin was able to ad- intended. impede prosperity. They learned that the vance U.S. objectives at the multilateral I believe that Congress has not yet Romani communities in Serbia, similar to OSCE PA as well as the U.S. bilateral agenda adequately examined this issue and those in other countries, have difficulties in with Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Cro- obtaining adequate housing, education for atia. The curtailed schedule precluded addi- that there are important questions their children and personal documentation tional travel, including a planned visit to Al- that need to be answered before the necessary to exercise their rights and privi- bania, but the Senators compensated with a FISA Amendments Act is given a long- leges as citizens. In a meeting with Serbia’s level of activity that indicated their com- term extension. Chief Rabbi, which also included the Presi- mitment as well as that of the U.S. Congress The central section of the FISA dent of the Jewish Federation of Serbia, the and the United States as a whole, to the Amendments Act, the part that is now discussion focused on religious tolerance in countries of the Western Balkans and to Eu- section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence the region, cooperation with the other reli- ropean security and cooperation through the Surveillance Act itself, specifically gious groups in Belgrade, and property res- OSCE. titution legislation pending in the Serbian The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly con- stated that it was intended to address parliament. tinues to serve not only as a venue for dem- foreigners outside the United States, On July 9, Senator Shaheen left the pro- onstrating the U.S. commitment to Europe, and it even required the Attorney Gen- ceedings of the OSCE Parliamentary Assem- but for advancing new ideas and issues that eral to develop procedures designed to bly to make a one-day visit to neighboring parliamentarians can press their diplomatic make sure that any individuals tar- Bosnia-Herzegovina, where ethnically based counterparts in the OSCE to incorporate geted with this new authority are be- political differences continue to hamper gov- into the organization’s work. In the past, lieved to be outside the United States. ernment formation and the political and eco- Parliamentary Assembly efforts were respon- So one of the central questions that nomic reforms necessary for progress on Eu- sible for the OSCE undertaking action to ropean integration. Visiting two days prior combat human trafficking and counter anti- Congress needs to ask is, Are these pro- to the 16th anniversary of the genocide at Semitism and other forms of intolerance cedures working as intended? Are they Srebrenica, the Senator met with Kathryne that help define the OSCE today. With prop- keeping the communications of law- Bomberger of the International Commission er follow-up in capitals and at the OSCE in abiding Americans from being swept up on Missing Persons and stood next to Vienna, the recommendations adopted in the under this authority that was designed Bosniak member of the collective state pres- Belgrade Declaration will hopefully provide to apply to foreigners? idency Bakir Izetbegovic and U.S. Ambas- the needed impetus to activity that will keep I wanted to know the answer to this sador to Bosnia-Herzegovina Patrick S. the OSCE effective and relevant. Moon to pay her respects as the procession of Meeting in Belgrade gave a greater-than- question, so Senator UDALL of Colorado 613 victims to be buried during the July 11 usual regional dimension to this year’s U.S. and I wrote to the Director of National Srebrenica memorial service passed by. She Delegation to the OSCE PA Annual Session, Intelligence if it was possible to count expressed U.S. condolences to the families of the immediately preceding Annual Sessions or estimate the number of people inside

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The response said ‘‘it is not rea- an important tool to combat straw pur- support ATF’s new rule, and I urge my sonably possible to identify the number chases and the illegal trafficking of colleagues in Congress to oppose any of people located in the United States firearms, including the supply of weap- legislative efforts to block ATF’s abil- whose communications may have been ons to drug cartels in Mexico. ity to carry it out. reviewed under the authority’’ of the Under the rule, federally licensed f FISA Amendments Act. dealers in California, Arizona, New I should be clear that I do not plan to Mexico, and Texas must report to ATF TRIBUTE TO GENERAL JAMES E. accept this response as a final answer. the sale of multiple semi-automatic ri- CARTWRIGHT I understand that it may be difficult to fles that have a caliber greater than .22 Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I come up with an exact count of the and accept detachable magazines to the rise today to pay tribute to GEN James number of people in the United States same person within 5 consecutive busi- E. Cartwright, Vice Chairman of the whose communications have been re- ness days. Weapons covered by the rule Joint Chiefs of Staff, who will retire viewed, but I believe Congress at least include AR–15s and AK–47s, military- tomorrow after 40 years of distin- needs to obtain an estimate of this style assault rifles favored by Mexican guished service to his country. number so that people can understand drug gangs. The rule focuses on sales in General Cartwright is one of Amer- the actual impact of the FISA Amend- these four border states because they ica’s most respected four-star generals. ments Act on the privacy of law-abid- are the source of 75 percent of the fire- His leadership and dedication to the se- ing Americans. arms recovered and traced in drug-re- curity of this country will be sorely During the markup of the intel- lated crimes in Mexico, according to an missed and I wish him all the best in ligence authorization bill, Senator analysis of Department of Justice sta- his future endeavors. UDALL of Colorado and I proposed an tistics by the organization Mayors On a personal note, I will miss the amendment that would have directed Against Illegal Guns. This rule allows detailed briefings, insightful discus- the inspector general of the Depart- ATF to collect information on guns sions, and honest assessments that I ment of Justice to review the imple- that are frequently trafficked and used have come to expect from General mentation of the FISA Amendments in crimes, improving in the Bureau’s Cartwright. Act and attempt to estimate how many tracing efforts. Among other things, Simply put, he has had a notable people inside the United States have gun trace information can be used to record of achievement throughout his had their communications reviewed identify potential trafficking networks career. under this law since it was passed 3 and to link a suspect to a firearm in a As head of the U.S. Strategic Com- years ago. Our amendment also would criminal investigation. mand, STRATCOM, General Cart- have directed the inspector general to Unfortunately, there are some who wright led the effort to develop new examine other important aspects of the want to block ATF’s ability to require strategies to tackle cyber, nuclear pro- FISA Amendments Act, including the this information, effectively hindering liferation, space, and missile defense problem of recurring compliance viola- its efforts to combat gun trafficking issues. tions, and report back to Congress and reduce violence along the U.S.- He transformed Strategic Command within 1 year. Mexico border. The National Rifle As- from an organization largely domi- I regret that the amendment that sociation and some Members of Con- nated by its mission with respect to Senator UDALL of Colorado and I of- gress have claimed that ATF does not nuclear weapons and nuclear doctrine fered was not adopted, but I obviously have the authority to implement the to being the true center in the U.S. plan to keep trying to get more infor- rule and that the rule would cause an military for all strategic issues. mation about the effects of this law. I unmanageable burden on law-abiding Of special note was General Cart- hope that I will find out that no law- gun dealers. Both of these claims are wright’s interest and action on cyber- abiding Americans, or at least very false. The Firearm Owners’ Protection security and the use of cyberspace. He few, have had their communications re- Act of 1986, Public Law 99–308, 18 U.S.C. saw this as a major emerging threat viewed by government agencies as a re- § 923 (g)(5)(A), explicitly states that and responsibility of the Department, sult of this law, but I believe that I each Federal firearm licensee shall, and put STRATCOM on a footing to have a responsibility to get concrete when requested by ATF, submit to the deal with cyber as a major strategic facts rather than just hope that this is ATF any information required to be issue. not the case. And I believe that it kept by that law, like the name and ad- He distinguished himself as one of would be not be responsible for the dress of a purchaser and a firearm’s se- those special leaders who is able to Senate to pass a multiyear extension of rial number, or such lesser information foresee and understand the constantly the FISA Amendments Act until I and as ATF may request. Information on evolving national security environ- others who have concerns have had our the sale of multiple semi-automatic ri- ment rather than getting stuck in the questions answered. fles is part of the record which firearm old ways of seeing the world and doing I look forward to working with my dealers are required to maintain. things. colleagues to amend this bill, and I am The claim that ATF’s new rule will Based on his notable record of serv- hopeful that they will be willing to unfairly burden firearm dealers is also ice, on June 28, 2007, President Bush modify it to address the concerns I unfounded. ATF estimates that com- nominated General Cartwright to suc- have raised. In the meantime, I should pleting the form to report multiple ceed ADM Edmund Giambastiani as be clear that it is my intention to ob- rifle sales will take 12 minutes for gun Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of ject to any request to pass the current dealers, and substantially less time for Staff. version of S. 1458 by unanimous con- those with computerized sales systems. General Cartwright was confirmed by sent. I cannot imagine that the over- the full Senate on August 3, 2007 and f whelming majority of Federal firearm was sworn in on August 31 as the licensees who are law-abiding will take eighth Vice Chairman of the Joint COMBATTING ILLEGAL GUN offense to 12 minutes of work in the Chiefs of Staff. Recognizing his excep- TRAFFICKING name of combating illegal trafficking tional leadership, General Cartwright Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I speak and preventing violence. was confirmed for a second term on today in support of a new Bureau of Al- The mandatory reporting of multiple July 31, 2009. cohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explo- sales of semi-automatic rifles to the He has, not surprisingly, used his ca- sives, ATF, rule requiring federally li- same person is a measured, common pacity as the second most senior mili- censed firearm dealers in four South- sense step to help combat illegal fire- tary officer in the Pentagon to make west border States to report the sale of arm trafficking. The terrible drug car- the Armed Forces a more strategic and multiple semi-automatic assault rifles tel-related violence plaguing Mexico more nimble military.

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After more than two decades COLD REGIONS RESEARCH AND of fighting and estimated losses of far fication of the New START agreement ENGINEERING LABORATORY with Russia which will reduce the num- too many innocent people, Sri Lankans ber of deployed strategic nuclear war- Mrs. SHAHEEN. Mr. President, I rise now seek to build a peaceful future heads by 30 percent. today to recognize the 50th anniversary from their recent violent past. The I spoke with General Cartwright of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers task will not be easy. Infrastructure many times over the course of the trea- Research and Development Center’s must be rebuilt. Good governance must ty negotiations, and during the Sen- Cold Regions Research and Engineering be established. Education, health care, ate’s debate that ultimately led to Laboratory, CRREL. For half of a cen- and a thriving economy must be avail- ratification and signing New START. tury, the men and women at CRREL able for millions of citizens. And so, He never failed to provide me with have provided outstanding service to too, must there be accountability and his frank and honest assessment and I our military, our Nation, and our investigation into alleged violations greatly appreciated his clear and per- friends and allies around the world by and abuses of international human suasive support for the treaty. advancing science and engineering and rights. He recognized, as I do, that if we are applying these disciplines to complex From July 1983 until May 2009, Sri to convince other nations to forgo ac- environments, materials, and processes Lanka’s civil war claimed the lives of quiring nuclear weapons, it is impera- in all seasons and climates. innocent civilians including children tive for the two nations that possess CRREL’s mission dates back to 1867, and women, seniors and students, more than 90 percent of these weapons when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers many of whom may have fallen victim to take meaningful steps to reduce our first began exploration and develop- to violations of international human stockpiles. ment of the newly acquired Alaskan rights and humanitarian laws. The General Cartwright knows that low- territory. Formally established in 1961 families of these victims deserve to ering the number of nuclear weapons in under Army General Order No. 3, know the truth about their loved ones’ the world and stopping their spread CRREL merged the Snow, Ice and Per- deaths. They need to know that those will enhance our national security, not mafrost Research Establishment with responsible for the atrocities and viola- diminish it. And we will still maintain the Arctic Construction and Frost Ef- tions of basic human rights will be held a robust arsenal for our defense. fects Laboratories, and continues to accountable. This is the only way Sri As he stated: serve as one of seven laboratories Lanka can come to grips with its past I think we have more than enough capac- under the U.S. Army Corp of Engi- as it moves forward toward its future. ity and capability for any threat that we see neers’ Engineer Research and Develop- We have seen how accountability can today or that might emerge in the foresee- ment Center, ERDC. able future. lead to reconciliation for societies To complement its dedicated staff, emerging from violent civil strife. General Cartwright’s commitment to CRREL operates some of the most ad- providing his honest and blunt assess- South Africa and Northern Ireland are vanced and unique research facilities just two recent examples. ments go beyond nuclear forces and ex- in the world. At its headquarters in tend to all security threats facing our The Report of the United Nations Hanover, NH, my home State, CRREL Secretary-General’s Panel of Experts nation, and the best way to prepare and operates the 73,000 square foot Ice En- respond to them, even when it was not on Accountability In Sri Lanka, re- gineering Facility, the 27,000 square leased on March 31, 2011, found ‘‘cred- popular to do so. foot Frost Effects Research Facility, as In his recent book, ‘‘Obama’s Wars,’’ ible allegations, which if proven, indi- well as 24 separate low-temperature re- Bob Woodward describes General Cart- cate that a wide range of serious viola- search cold rooms, capable of reaching wright as committed to providing the tions of international humanitarian temperatures down to ¥35°C. Other President his candid advice. Woodward law and international human rights CRREL facilities include the Corps of quotes General Cartwright as saying law was committed both by the Gov- Engineers’ Remote Sensing/Geographic ‘‘I’m just not in the business of with- ernment of Sri Lanka and the Libera- Information Systems Center of Exper- holding options. I have an oath, and tion Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), tise, the Cold Regions Science and when asked for advice I’m going to pro- some of which would amount to war Technology Information Analysis Cen- vide it.’’ crimes against humanity.’’ ter, as well as a permafrost research He certainly has come a long way. This report further states that ‘‘the tunnel and 133 acre permafrost re- General Cartwright grew up in Rock- conduct of the war represented a grave search center, both located in Alaska. ford, IL, and joined the Marine Corps in assault on the entire regime of inter- As part of the ERDC, CRREL’s dis- 1971. national law designed to protect indi- tinguished service record includes After numerous operational assign- vidual dignity during both war and being recognized as the Army’s top re- ments as both a naval flight officer and peace.’’ naval aviator, the pinnacle of his Ma- search and development laboratory 5 of Under international law, parties re- rine Corps operational aviation career the last 8 years and the last 3 consecu- sponsible for serious violations of came as the Commanding General of tive years, a feat unmatched by any international humanitarian or human First Marine Aircraft Wing in Oki- other Army laboratory. CRREL’s sci- rights law must be held accountable. nawa, Japan, from 2000 to 2002. entists, engineers and staff continue After a tour with the Joint Staff, in the critical research that ensures that In order to ensure that the Sri 2004, General Cartwright became the the men and women of our Armed Lankan people receive the truth, an first Marine Corps general to lead the Forces are the most capable and well independent international inquiry United States Strategic Command, prepared in the world. must be established to investigate the STRATCOM. I along with the entire State of New credible reports of human rights abuses As always, the security and defense Hampshire would like to congratulate and humanitarian law violations by of our Nation has been his top priority. and honor the scientists, engineers and the LTTE and the Government of Sri That, along with his commitment to staff of CRREL for their honorable Lanka. the active, guard, and reserve members service to the Army, our Nation and This position is shared by Amnesty of the Armed Forces and their families, our State. I ask my colleagues to join International, and other international is probably his greatest attribute and me in celebrating CRREL’s 50 years of human rights organizations; the Euro- lasting impact. success and wishing them well as they pean Union; and the panel of experts I wish General Cartwright all the work toward another 50 years of inno- who authored the U.N.’s Report on Ac- best as he retires from 40 years of serv- vation and service. countability in Sri Lanka.

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One popular to reconcile its past and build a peace- ernment agencies. According to my stage stop, Running Water, was located ful future. The people of Sri Lanka de- friend, Wyoming Stock Growers Asso- along the banks of the Niobrara River serve to know the truth. ciation vice president Jim Magana, and was used by several travelers as a f Niels is highly recognized for his re- spot to rest and refuel. The Cheyenne- lentless efforts to maintain sustainable Deadwood Stage Route, which traveled TRIBUTE TO HARRIET HAGEMAN public land ranching. the length of the county, provided im- Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, it is Niels’ efforts not only benefit his portant transport of freight, gold, and fitting that Harriet Hageman will be four-generation Wyoming ranch, he is passengers. This important route and inducted into the 2011 Wyoming Agri- also an asset to agriculturalists across the additional stage lines which passed culture Hall of Fame. Harriet is known Wyoming. He has worked closely with through were essential to the develop- across Wyoming and across our Nation the Bureau of Land Management’s, ment of the county. as a stalwart promoter and defender of BLM, field office range staff and has Today, the residents of Niobrara agriculture. With this honor, she is fol- been a State leader on agreements in County have capitalized on that indus- lowing in the footsteps of her father conjunction with the BLM, U.S. Fish trious spirit. Thanks to the temperate Jim Hageman, who was previously in- and Wildlife Services, the Wyoming climate and the fertile soil in the Pow- ducted in the Agriculture Hall of fame Game and Fish Department, and the der River Basin, Niobrara County’s pri- in 2002. Wyoming State Grazing Board. Real- mary industry is agriculture. The Harriet comes from a long history of izing that energy is the backbone of county’s farmers consistently produce agricultural producers. Her great Wyoming’s economy, Neils has brought profitable crops like grain, wheat, and grandfather homesteaded in Wyoming oil and gas developers to the table. beans, and its ranchers work diligently in 1879 and her parents bought their Anna Helm, Niels’ sister and ranch in livestock production. The county’s first ranch near Fort Laramie in 1961. partner, said, ‘‘Many ranchers have vast mineral resources played a key Harriet grew up on the family’s cattle come to depend upon his insightful wis- role in the county’s robust economy. ranches in the Fort Laramie area. dom, understanding of the issues and Several minerals and precious metals Rather than pursuing a career in agri- willing leadership to help them have been discovered and mined in the culture, she earned a law degree from through difficult times of their own.’’ grasslands of Niobrara County. Both I ask my colleagues to join me in the University of Wyoming. Yet she did gold and silver were discovered and congratulating Niels Hansen, the 2011 not stray from the agriculture indus- mined in the early days of settlement. try. Much of her legal practice has inductee into the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame. Wyoming lands—both Later, uranium was discovered near been focused on protecting agri- Lusk, a discovery which sparked a culture’s land, water, and natural republic and private—are better because of his service. statewide boom in uranium drilling. sources. She uses her Ag background Finally, the discovery of oil in Lance coupled with her fine mind to effec- f Creek was perhaps the most profitable tively argue on behalf of Wyoming’s NIOBRARA COUNTY, WYOMING of all mineral extraction. During World ranchers and farmers in courtrooms at Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I rise War II, Lance Creek was one of the all levels of the judiciary. today to honor the Centennial of country’s important oil rigs, producing A few of her many accomplishments Niobrara County, WY. vast amounts of oil needed for the should be noted. Harriet was the lead The residents of Niobrara County are American war effort. attorney for the State of Wyoming in fortunate to live in such a timeless and It is an honor to help the residents of protecting its share of the North Platte scenic place. Nearly 2,500 residents live Niobrara County celebrate their 100th River. She fought the USDA to protect in the communities of Lusk, Manville, anniversary. I invite my colleagues to Wyoming’s access to national forest Lance Creek, and Van Tassel. Its many visit this enterprising community in lands. She successfully defended Wyo- natural wonders that fill the landscape person. The residents of Niobrara ming’s Open Range Law before the Wy- make Niobrara one of the top places to County should be proud to present this oming Supreme Court. Her clients in- visit in the State. Part of the county heritage to visitors from all over the clude ranchers, farmers, irrigation dis- includes land set aside and known as world. tricts and grazing permitees. Harriet the Thunder Basin National Grass- f represents them with a passion that lands. This area provides a valuable UCON, IDAHO can only come from love of agriculture. habitat for Wyoming’s wildlife and nu- I have had the honor of working with merous recreation opportunities for its Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I rise Harriet Hageman and have benefitted residents. Two rivers, the Cheyenne today to congratulate and acknowledge from her wisdom. I would ask my col- and the Niobrara, run through the the centennial anniversary of the leagues to join me in congratulating county and can be credited for creating founding of the city of Ucon, ID. On Harriet on this well-deserved honor. rich, fertile soil in the area. August 13, 2011, the citizens of Ucon f Although Niobrara County is one of will gather at Simmons Park to com- the smallest counties in the State, it memorate its 100th year and unveil a TRIBUTE TO NIELS HANSEN certainly has one of the most fas- monument to its founders. This is a Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, at cinating histories. The county boasts a very historic and special day for this Wyoming’s State Fair, I will have the wide array of prehistoric dinosaur fos- community. honor of inducting Niels Hansen into sils at its premier Spanish Diggings Once a barren wilderness, the city of the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of site. Several rare artifacts have been Ucon is an example of the Western spir- Fame. found and are displayed in national exit and determination in making the Forty-eight percent of Wyoming’s hibits. The region also saw heavy traf- desert bloom. First colonized in 1884 by 97,100 square miles are managed by the fic from Native Americans who used George Simmons, early settlers were Federal Government. Often, a Wyo- the grasslands as prime hunting and confronted with challenging terrain. ming ranch will consist of a checker- camping areas. Members of the Lakota Despite the harsh conditions, the set- board of public and private lands. Run- Sioux, the Cheyenne, and the Kiowa tlement quickly grew. Within 13 years, ning a profitable ranch, while negoti- tribes settled in the area many years a church, school, amusement hall, and ating various Federal and State regula- ago. several dozen homes were built. In 1898, tions, is a challenge. However, Niels With the great westward expansion the power of steam and iron trans- Hansen has done just that operating came the greater urbanization of the formed the town with the introduction

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On April 16, 1911, War II, and for choosing to make Colo- school, he moved to Denver and worked it was officially incorporated as the rado his home. His has been a life of in pharmacies and in hospitals, and city of Ucon. service for Colorado and for all Ameri- eventually opened up his own drug- In the ensuing decades, changes in cans. store. Mr. LaNier found that, in Colo- the railroad and the effects of the A native Southerner, Mr. LaNier was rado, his voice could be heard on crit- Great Depression transitioned Ucon among the first African Americans to ical issues of the day, including the from a commercial hub to a residential serve in the Navy with the rating of fight for fair housing measures to end community. Today, many in south- seaman, before President Truman discrimination in housing. Today, Mr. eastern Idaho can trace their roots to signed the Executive order that deseg- LaNier and his wife of more than 50 the pioneers and patriots who settled regated the Armed Forces. He fought years, Eula Inez Long, continue to Ucon. Congratulations to the people of with the 23rd Special CB, ‘‘Seabee’’, make Colorado their home. Ucon for 100 years of success. unit, a part of the 3rd Marine Division, Mr. President and all other Members in some of the most horrific battles of here today, please join me in honoring f the South Pacific. the life and continued work of Joseph I had the honor of meeting Mr. La- Conklin LaNier, II. A man who, despite Nier this past week during his visit to ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS all the discrimination he faced, is Washington, DC, with The Greatest proud to be an American. A man who, Generations Foundation, a Colorado despite returning home after the war nonprofit organization that organizes and being denied his right to vote while REMEMBERING JUSTICE DOUGLAS trips for WWII veterans to return to lo- wearing his uniform, is proud of his GRAY cations where they have served. distinguished service in the Navy. A We can all learn from Mr. LaNier. He ∑ man who recognizes that even in the Ms. AYOTTE. Mr. President, today I entered the Armed Forces at the age of honor the memory of the late Douglas face of adversity, one can find a way 17 in order to help support his family forward and help our country to be- Gray, a former New Hampshire Supe- and serve his country. He served brave- rior Court justice and an extraordinary come a better place, a more perfect ly from 1944 to 1946, supporting oper- union. For his perseverance, hope, serv- public servant who dedicated his life to ations in Iwo Jima and Okinawa, and serving the Granite State. ice and patriotism, I thank and com- achieved a rank not commonly held by mend Joseph LaNier, a great citizen of Originally from Portsmouth, Justice African Americans at the time. Colorado.∑ Gray moved at the age of seven to Rye, Upon returning home from the war where he resided for the remainder of and finding strict laws and practices of f his life. He graduated from Portsmouth segregation still in place throughout High School and served his country in the South, Mr. LaNier followed the ad- TRIBUTE TO PAUL SANDOVAL the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1954. After vice of his father regarding the impor- graduating from the University of New tance of education as the primary tool ∑ Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, on be- Hampshire in 1959, he earned his juris for bettering one’s future, and finished half of all Coloradans, I want to recog- doctor from Boston College Law high school. With the aid of the G.I. nize the extraordinary character and School, and went on to pursue a suc- bill, he enrolled in the Pharmacy lifetime achievements of Colorado na- cessful career practicing law in Ports- School at Xavier University in New Or- tive Paul Sandoval. His far-reaching mouth. During 1973–1983, he served as leans and took heavy course loads to accomplishments—from civil rights to part-time special justice in the New make sure he completed his degree in 4 community organizing to business and Hampshire District Court system. years. Despite the challenges of seg- to his passion, education—show an un- In 1983, he was appointed by Governor regation, he studied and succeeded in wavering commitment to making Colo- John H. Sununu to serve as associate his career, while keeping a construc- rado a better place, and reflect, in no- justice of the New Hampshire Superior tive attitude, a trait he attributes to blest form, the enterprising spirit of Court, where he presided until 1998. He the teachings of his father. the West. was then elected to serve as a senior Mr. LaNier is a role model for the I am sad to tell my colleagues that justice and presided on a part-time many servicemembers who reside in Paul has contracted locally advanced basis until his retirement in 2003. Colorado and the veterans who elect to pancreatic cancer, and the Sandoval As a judge, Justice Gray possessed make Colorado their home after serv- family is going through a difficult time exceptional intelligence and a deep re- ing in the Armed Forces. His story ex- now. And as he struggles to beat this spect for upholding the rule of law. And emplifies the successful transition that terrible disease—and we need him to as a prosecutor, I had the privilege of many returning veterans have made prevail—I cannot help but be reminded trying cases before him. In fact, I tried from active duty to civilian life. of all he has achieved in life, and all my first murder case before Justice Although he is a native of the South, the social change he has helped bring Gray. He was tough, but always fair, and has traveled to a number of loca- about. To honor Paul and his many and I know that I and many of my tions in the United States, it struck contributions, I would like to share a peers in the New Hampshire bar me as interesting that, out of all the few moments from his life. learned a great deal from him. I deeply places he traveled while in the Navy, Paul and his wife Paula have for dec- admired his integrity and his prin- Mr. LaNier chose to make Denver, CO, ades run a tamale shop in Denver—La cipled dedication to the law. his home. In his autobiographical Casita—that has served as the city’s With Justice Gray’s passing, New essay, ‘‘My War on Two Fronts,’’ La- unofficial epicenter of political activ- Hampshire has lost a devoted public Nier recollects that during a period of ity. According to Wellington Webb, the servant and Rye has lost a beloved leave, he had a stopover in Denver, former Denver mayor whom Sandoval member of the community. My where in a relatively brief period of first met while the two worked deliv- thoughts and prayers are with his wife time, the State showed him its char- ering groceries, Paul could always be Cornelia and his entire family. At this acter. A White female clerk at a drug- found ‘‘holding court’’ at his res- sad time, we celebrate his life—grate- store seemed to sense his hesitation taurant with firemen and city officials. ful to have known a person who exem- about sitting down, and invited him to ‘‘I’m just a lowly tamale maker,’’ plified the very best of New Hamp- take a seat and enjoy his ice cream. Sandoval has grown accustomed to shire’s tradition of public service.∑ Later, when visiting a local movie the- saying. But his life suggests there is

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In often I encounter people in my state dedicated to promoting diversity in the short, Paul Sandoval has woven him- who tell me how they have benefited field of journalism. self inextricably into Colorado’s polit- from Paul’s counsel and contagious en- I invite my colleagues to join me in ical fabric, and all Coloradans are the thusiasm. I can tell you that he helped recognizing and honoring the memory better for it. me find my way as superintendent of of George Ramos for his long and dis- Born in 1944 as 1 of 11 children to Denver Public Schools. I have been tinguished service to our country.∑ Jerry and Camilla Sandoval, Paul truly privileged to know him, and I f came from modest beginnings. Before know I rank among many who are TRIBUTE TO SISTER MARY he could even read newspaper head- rooting for Paul and who stand by in NORBERTA MALINOWSKI lines, Paul was selling copies of the support of his family. Denver Post to help pay for his school- Colorado is profoundly grateful for ∑ Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, in 1855 ing at Annunciation Grade School in Paul Sandoval’s public service. His ef- in Warsaw, Poland, Blessed Angela northeast Denver. From an early age, forts to advance the prospects of young founded the Congregation of the Sis- Paul thrived on the energy of those Latino students and students of all ters of St. Felix, an order dedicated to around him. By the time the young backgrounds represent an enormous serving the poor, the sick, and the dis- Sandoval finished middle school, he step forward in creating the next gen- abled. Today, thousands of Felician had helped his father win the presi- eration of selfless Coloradans who have Sisters carry on a tradition of compas- dency of the local meatpackers union been affected by Paul’s unconquerable sionate service around the world. and regularly canvassed for local can- spirit. I ask my colleagues to join me Today I wish to pay tribute to one of didates for office. in honoring Paul, his wife Paula, their number, a remarkable woman in Paul graduated from high school in Kendra, Chris, Andrea and Amanda, his Bangor, ME, the city where I live. Her 1962, earning a scholarship to Lou- children, and his entire family.∑ name is Sister Mary Norberta isiana State University. His education f Malinowski, but she is known and put him in close proximity to a fierce loved throughout Maine simply as Sis- civil rights debate unfolding in neigh- REMEMBERING GEORGE RAMOS ter Norberta. She has dedicated her life boring Mississippi, where James Mere- ∑ Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I would to serving God by serving those in dith sought to become the first African like to take a few moments to remem- need. American to enroll at Ole Miss. Paul ber George Ramos, a Pulitzer Prize Sister Norberta became a registered took up the cause and organized his fel- winning journalist with the Los Ange- nurse in 1956 and began her career as low students for a bus trip. He partici- les Times who served his beloved home- one of the first pediatric nurse practi- pated firsthand in the demonstrations, town for decades and inspired countless tioners at Massachusetts General Hos- receiving blows from the Oxford, MS, others to follow in his extraordinary pital. After earning advanced degrees riot police. footsteps. in public health and management, she Upon returning to Denver, Paul ap- Born in 1947, George Ramos was a na- received faculty appointments at Har- plied all he learned about the impor- tive of East Los Angeles. At a time vard Medical School and the Boston tance of equal opportunity in edu- when only a small number of Latino College Graduate School of Nursing. cation to Colorado public life as well. students enrolled in college, Ramos In 1982, Sister Norberta became presi- He cofounded the Chicano Education graduated in 1969 from California Poly- dent and chief executive officer of St. Project, which focused on imple- technic University in San Luis Obispo Joseph Hospital in Bangor. As she pre- menting bilingual curricula in schools with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. pares to step down after 29 years of and promoting civic engagement. Dur- Shortly after completing his studies, service, her accomplishments are being ing one trip to the San Luis Valley in Ramos enlisted in the U.S. Army and celebrated by the Maine Legislature, southern Colorado, Paul met a young served in West Germany and South the city of Bangor, the Honor Society attorney named Ken Salazar who Vietnam before returning to jour- of Nursing, the Maine chapter of Busi- shared his passion for education. The nalism. He worked for several news- ness and Professional Women, and two would become close allies for life. papers before arriving at the Los Ange- many others. Paul assumed his first official public les Times, where he served for more There is much to celebrate. Under role in 1974 when he successfully ran than 25 years. Sister Norberta’s courageous and vi- for a Colorado State Senate seat. He As an editor and reporter for the Los sionary leadership, St. Joseph has been won the seat again in 1978. While serv- Angeles Times, Ramos joined with 17 transformed into the largest commu- ing in office, Paul became a leader in Latino journalists to write the Pulitzer nity hospital in Maine. She was instru- the educational community by person- Prize winning ‘‘Latino Project’’ and mental in bringing many firsts to the ally sponsoring several Chicano doc- also contributed to the Los Angeles region and to the State, from digital toral students finishing their degrees. Times’ Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage mammography and laparoscopic sur- Rather than seeking a third term in of the 1992 Los Angeles riots and the gery to allowing fathers in the delivery the Senate, Paul pursued and won an 1994 Northridge earthquake. In addi- room. at-large seat on the Denver school tion to his award winning work in print The Felician Sisters were founded board in 1983, in which he would serve media, Ramos also briefly co-hosted with a particular focus on serving the in a distinguished manner for 5 years. the Emmy Award-winning show ‘‘Life Polish countryside. Sister Norberta After nearly 15 years serving in pub- & Times’’ and served as a part-time continues that tradition by leading the lic office, Paul joined his wife and faculty member at the University of effort to ensure primary care services began serving Coloradans in a different Southern California. When he left the for rural Maine and to organize small equally satisfying way—at their ta- Los Angeles Times in 2003, he returned community hospitals under the Maine male shop. And you can talk to anyone to California Polytechnic University in Health Alliance to create a statewide who has eaten there—you haven’t lived San Luis Obispo as a member of the network of care. until you’ve tried one of Paul and journalism faculty. Sister Norberta’s contributions as a Paula’s tamales with green chile. Ramos lived in the Los Angeles area health care executive are only part of While I am in Washington during the for most of his life and enjoyed the di- her inspiring story. She has given week, one of the many reasons I look versity of its vibrant neighborhoods. thousands of hours of her personal time forward to getting back home to Den- He maintained close ties to his child- to charity and has applied St. Joseph’s ver is so that I can enjoy a meal cour- hood community of East Los Angeles facilities to such needs as providing tesy of Paul. and frequently visited local schools to laundry and food services to the area’s

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White River is a close-knit commu- the city dispensing food, medicine, and Dr. Mangone earned numerous acco- nity that has small town values. After comfort to the poor, the sick, and the lades throughout his career. He was a 100 years, White River still maintains troubled. Sister Norberta has lived visiting professor at Yale University, the spirit of independence of which that legacy through the streets of Ban- Mt. Holyoke College, Trinity College, South Dakotans are fiercely proud. I gor and the country roads of Maine, Princeton University, and Johns Hop- am honored to publicly recognize and I join in thanking her for her kins University as well as a visiting White River on this memorable occa- blessed service.∑ lecturer at the University of Bologna, sion, and congratulate the people of f Peking University, the University of White River on their achievements.∑ Natal, Capetown University, and the f REMEMBERING DR. GERARD J. University of Western Australia. At MANGONE Calcutta University in India, he was WOOD, SOUTH DAKOTA ∑ Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I wish to honored as the Tagore Law Professor, ∑ Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. honor Dr. Gerard J. Mangone’s life of and at the University of Delaware, he President, today I wish to pay tribute service to this country and my home received the most distinguished faculty to the 100th anniversary of the found- State of Delaware. Dr. Mangone passed award as Francis Alison Professor. In ing of Wood, SD. This community in away on Wednesday, July 27 at his 2010, UD awarded Dr. Mangone an hon- Mellette County in western South Da- home in Newark, DE. He was 92. orary doctor of science degree. kota, has a rich and proud history of Born in the Bronx in 1918, Dr. The Young Scholars Award, which representing our State’s frontier spirit. Mangone’s career as an international recognizes promising and accomplished Wood, named for its founder, Albert legal scholar spanned close to six dec- faculty at the University of Delaware, Kirk Wood, was organized in 1911 a few ades, including almost 40 years as pro- was named in his honor. In celebration miles north of Albert’s trading post. In fessor of marine policy at the Univer- of his 90th birthday in 2008, Martinus just 2 years it was home to a news- sity of Delaware. Dr. Mangone received Nijhoff Publishers established the Ge- paper, a bank, and daily mail service. his bachelor’s degree from the College rard J. Mangone Prize to be awarded Thousands of people came to Wood for of the City of New York in 1938. Fol- annually to the author of the best con- its renowned Fourth of July celebra- lowing 4 years of active military serv- tribution published in the Inter- tions, as well as the Mellette County ice, he earned his master’s degree and national Journal of Marine and Coastal Fair. Like many towns in South Da- doctoral degree in international law Law, of which Dr. Mangone was editor- kota, the railroad served as a major from Harvard University in 1947 and in-chief. lifeline to the town of Wood. This first 1949 respectively. His dissertation won With his remarkable energy and con- train from the Chicago Northwestern the Charles Sumner Award for the stant dedication to academic excel- Railroad rolled into Wood from Winner most distinguished contribution to lence, Dr. Mangone was an exemplary on October 19, 1929. Wood claims many international peace. mentor, having advised 45 University of exceptional residents including James Before joining the University of Dela- Delaware students in achieving grad- Abourezk, the first Arab American to ware, Dr. Mangone held faculty and ad- uate degrees. He wrote more than 20 serve South Dakota in the U.S. Senate. ministrative positions at institutions books and edited 25 others, and he au- Today, Wood stands as a testament including Wesleyan University, thored scores of scholarly papers. to the steadfast commitment of the Swarthmore College, and Syracuse Dr. Mangone’s vision, passion, and University, where he served as asso- dedication forever changed the way we residents to their small town. Wood ciate and acting dean of the Maxwell view and manage our ocean resources. still maintains close ties to the rich Graduate School of Citizenship and His contributions to marine and coast- agricultural heritage of South Dakota. Public Affairs, as well as Temple Uni- al policy will continue to have a last- Small communities like Wood are a versity, where he served as dean for the ing effect on our country and our world vital part of the economy of South Da- College of Liberal Arts, vice president for generations. Dr. Mangone made a kota and a reminder of the hard strug- for academic affairs, and provost. significant impact in his field and his gles endured by our frontier-era fore- Dr. Mangone was appointed soon legacy will live on in his students, his fathers. One hundred years after its thereafter as executive director of the ideas, and his influence on our laws and founding, Wood remains a strong com- President’s Commission on the United international agreements. munity and a great asset to the State Nations during the creation of its Con- I hope my colleagues will join me in of South Dakota. I am proud to honor vention on the Law of the Sea and was remembering Dr. Gerard J. Mangone.∑ Wood on this historic milestone.∑ the first senior fellow at the new Wood- f f row Wilson Center for International WHITE RIVER, SOUTH DAKOTA TRIBUTE TO GEOFFREY B. Scholars. Dr. Mangone also served as a SHIELDS consultant to the White House, U.S. ∑ Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. Department of State, the United Na- President, today I recognize the com- ∑ Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, today I tions, Japan, the Ford Foundation, and munity of White River, SD, on reach- honor the dean and president of the Carnegie Endowment for Inter- ing the 100th anniversary of its found- Vermont Law School, Geoffrey B. national Peace. ing. White River serves as the county Shields, as he announces his retire- Dr. Mangone joined the University of seat for Mellette County and is the old- ment after four decades as a practicing Delaware in 1972 as professor of marine est town in the county. White River attorney, educator, and scholar. He studies and political science. In 1973, he will be celebrating its centennial dur- will leave a legacy about which he created the Center for the Study of Ma- ing the month of August 2011. should be very proud. rine Policy—the first research center White River was named by members Dean Shields arrived at Vermont at an American university to study the of the Western Townsite Company of Law School in 2004, following a distin- legal, political, and economic issues Dallas, SD, and COL C.P. Jordan. guished career in the public and pri- facing the ocean, seabed, and coastal White River was referred to as the vate sectors. He received a bachelor of zone—and served as its director for the place ‘‘where prairie skies meet west- arts in economics, magna cum laude, next 16 years. In 2003, the center was ern life.’’ Since 1912, White River has from Harvard University in 1967. He renamed in his honor as the Gerard J. been home to the annual Frontier Days earned his juris doctor from Yale Law Mangone Center for Marine Policy. festival. Which includes a rodeo, South School in 1972. Dr. Mangone initiated the Inter- Dakota’s State sport, every year dur- Over the last 8 years, Dean Shields national Straits of the World book se- ing the celebration. has guided Vermont Law School along

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Maine has campus, expanded the school’s inter- John retired as president of our historically been home to a number of national partnerships, and has devel- State’s largest business organization, these companies, from local paper oped new clinics and institutes to focus the Business and Industry Association mills to Bath Iron Works. In the Lewis- on distinct fields of legal study. And he of New Hampshire, in 2004 after 16 ton-Auburn region, Falcon Perform- has sustained and built upon Vermont years. He has served the residents of ance Footwear has been part of the fab- Law School’s environmental law pro- my State as a trustee of the University ric since 1963, producing high-quality gram, which has been rated the best System of New Hampshire, a position shoes and boots for generations of program in the Nation for the last which I am proud to have first ap- Mainers and Americans. On Tuesday, three consecutive years, and in the top pointed him to, as a member of the August 23, Falcon Performance Foot- two for the last 21 years. These con- board of governors for the New Hamp- wear will be recognized by the Maine tinuing successes are reflective of Dean shire Forum on Higher Education, as a Manufacturing Extension Partnership, Shields’ strong leadership and the dedi- member of the executive committee of or MEP, with its 2011 Manufacturing cation of the faculty, staff, and stu- the Whittemore School of Business and Excellence Award. I commend Falcon dents who sustain a vital community Economics, and as a member of the for its fine work and congratulate the of learning and innovation in the hills U.S. Chamber of Commerce Committee company on its recognition. of central Vermont. representing State chambers of com- Falcon Shoe Manufacturing Company During his career in public service, merce. Before he came to New Hamp- got its start in 1963, when Ted Dean Shields served as assistant to the shire, he worked in Massachusetts as Johanson opened the factory’s doors at Secretary of the U.S. Department of the head of the Massachusetts Business the Roy Continental Mill in Lewiston. Health, Education, and Welfare, coun- Roundtable and as Commissioner of Originally, Falcon produced children’s sel to the U.S. Senate Committee on Employment Security for our neigh- shoes, but over time focused its efforts Foreign Relations, and as counsel to boring State. He was appointed by a on manufacturing boots for a number Senator Frank Church. After he earned Republican Governor and reappointed of uses. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Falcon began implementing a his law degree, he served as a law clerk by a Democratic Governor. number of forward-thinking and inno- for the late Judge James Oakes of the John has been a board leader at nu- vative processes, including the first in U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second merous nonprofits in my State, lending the shoe industry to utilize computer- Circuit, for whom a class room building his energy, intellect and voice to some ized stitching equipment, as well as the at Vermont Law School is named. of New Hampshire’s most influential and important organizations: the New first direct-attach polyurethane outer In the private sector, he served as a Hampshire Charitable Foundation, sole for shoes in the country. The com- partner at the Chicago and Wash- Junior Achievement, Leadership New pany was also the first to make ington, DC, law firm of Gardner Carton Hampshire and the American Cancer Timberland boots. To provide the com- and Douglas, where he was nationally Society. pany with the ability to expand, Fal- recognized for his expertise in non- Throughout his years as the head of con moved from its longtime home in profit law, corporate law, health care the Business and Industry Association, Lewiston to a larger location in the law and international trade law. and through his nonprofit board leader- neighboring city of Auburn earlier this Dean Shields has also made impor- ship, John’s guiding principle has been year. tant contributions to education and what’s best for New Hampshire. Today, Falcon’s sole focus is on mak- scholarship beyond Vermont Law When I was Governor of New Hamp- ing reliable, sturdy, comfortable boots, School. In Brattleboro, VT, he served shire, John Crosier was one of my most particularly for consumers in labor-in- as a foreign student advisor and assist- trusted advisors. A gentleman always, tensive jobs. The company produces a ant to the president at the Experiment his courage of conviction and prag- number of cutting-edge industrial in International Living and as an ad- matic optimism for our State’s future boots, and in 2006 began working with junct professor of economics at Marl- always trumped ideology. He has been, Globe Firefighter Suits, a New Hamp- boro College in Marlboro, VT. Dean and continues to be, a role model for shire small business, to create a state- Shields has also been involved in for- civility in public discourse. of-the-art boot for firefighters designed eign policy issues through editing and John’s commitment to New Hamp- with an athletic shoe platform rather writing, and as a member of the Chi- shire was evident in his visionary work than a more rigid welted sole to pro- cago Council on Foreign Relations and on the State’s most extensive research vide added flexibility. Falcon added the Council on Foreign Relations in project, which resulted in a statewide mining boots to its repertoire in 2009, New York. economic strategy in 1996—An Agenda which feature a type of leather that re- for Continued Economic Opportunity sists many of the salts and minerals In addition to his professional accom- in New Hampshire. That plan set forth frequently encountered by miners. plishments, Dean Shields recently by John has been credited with my Over the past decade, Falcon has overcame serious illness with grace, State’s recent strong economic recov- worked with the Maine MEP to im- humility, and determination. As he ery in relation to neighboring States. prove its efficiency and productivity, moves into the next chapter of his life, Pieces of it are still being used today allowing the company to better com- Marcelle and I wish him and his wife as a framework for New Hampshire, pete in the global economy. As a result Genie the best for continued health and and it served as the foundation for a of this collaboration, Falcon has in- happiness. similar report by my administration creased its productivity by 60 percent, I thank Dean Shields for his 8 years during my second term as Governor. retained over 50 jobs, increased its of dedication to Vermont Law School, His belief that the health of the busi- sales, and trained all of its employees and I convey my admiration and re- ness sector is closely tied to issues of in a number of advanced manufac- spect for the contributions he has made education, environment, and the non- turing techniques. I have long been a to Vermont. He will leave Vermont’s profit sector has contributed to the supporter of, and advocate for, the young law school and its faculty, staff leadership of our State and will con- MEP program, and recognize the im- and students in a strong position for tinue to guide our State in the future. mense value of its services to small- continued growth and success. I am I thank John Crosier for his service and medium-sized manufacturers sure he will be greatly missed by all of to New Hampshire as he prepares for across the country. Indeed, as a result those who have worked with him and his well-deserved retirement. I am of their partnership with the Maine learned from him. I wish him all the grateful for his friendship, leadership MEP over the past 5 years, clients have best.∑ and advice throughout the years.∑ reported increased and retained sales

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:47 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G02AU6.045 S02AUPT1 tjames on DSK1DXX6B1PROD with SENATE August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S5247 over $368 million, $40.1 million in cost my Sioux Falls, SD, office, for all of order of the House of January 5, 2011, savings, and the creation or retention the hard work he has done for me, my the Speaker appoints the following of over 2,500 jobs—or nearly 5 percent staff, and the State of South Dakota Member of the House of Representa- of Maine’s manufacturing workforce. I over the past several weeks. tives to the Congressional-Executive commend Falcon for working with the Bo is a graduate of Elk Point-Jeffer- Commission on the People’s Republic Maine MEP to become a leaner, more son High School in South Dakota. Cur- of China: Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, efficient company that is poised for fu- rently he is attending the University of Chairman. ture success, and I am pleased to honor South Dakota, where he is majoring in f the company and its employees as it political science and mass communica- ENROLLED BILL SIGNED receives the Maine MEP’s 2011 Manu- tions with a Spanish minor. He is a facturing Excellence Award. hard worker who has been dedicated to At 1:16 p.m., a message from the Maine was once home to dozens of getting the most out of his internship House of Representatives, delivered by shoemakers and tanneries, which pro- experience. Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, vided thousands of jobs and enormous I would like to extend my sincere announced that the Speaker has signed the following enrolled bill: benefits to the State’s economy. But thanks and appreciation to Bo for all of over time, foreign competition and ris- the fine work he has done and wish him S. 365. An act to provide for budget control. ing costs have devastated the shoe in- continued success in the years to The enrolled bill was subsequently dustry across America. That is what come.∑ signed by the President pro tempore makes Falcon Performance Footwear’s (Mr. INOUYE). f story all the more remarkable. I thank f everyone at Falcon for their hard work MESSAGES FROM THE PRESIDENT MEASURES REFERRED and endurance, and wish them contin- Messages from the President of the The following bill was read the first ued success as they remain an icon in United States were communicated to the Lewiston-Auburn communities.∑ and the second times by unanimous the Senate by Mr. Pate, one of his sec- consent, and referred as indicated: f retaries. H.R. 2480. An act to amend title 5, United REMEMBERING LARRY GERLACH f States Code, to authorize appropriations for ∑ the Administrative Conference of the United Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED recognize Larry Gerlach. Larry Ger- States for fiscal years 2012, 2013, and 2014, As in executive session the Presiding and for other purposes; to the Committee on lach was born October 6, 1946, in the Judiciary. Britton, SD. In 1967, he married Susan Officer laid before the Senate messages O’Connor, and they made their home in from the President of the United f Aberdeen. Larry quickly made himself States submitting sundry nominations ENROLLED BILL PRESENTED known throughout the community for which were referred to the appropriate The Secretary of the Senate reported his love of the area and his resolve to committees. that on today, August 2, 2011, she had see it grow and prosper. (The nominations received today are presented to the President of the Larry became a member of the Brown printed at the end of the Senate pro- United States the following enrolled County Fair Board in the 1980s and ceedings.) bill: served on the board for 6 years. He be- f S. 365. An act to provide for budget control. came the president in 1989, and in Jan- f uary 1992, Larry was named the Brown TRANSMITTING CERTIFICATION County Fair manager. His ambition THAT THE DEBT SUBJECT TO EXECUTIVE AND OTHER and driven attitude helped develop the LIMIT IS WITHIN $100,000,000,000 COMMUNICATIONS Brown County Fair into one of the OF THE LIMIT IN 31 U.S.C. 3101(b) The following communications were largest fairs in the region. He was able AND THAT FURTHER BOR- laid before the Senate, together with to book some of the biggest names in ROWING IS REQUIRED TO MEET accompanying papers, reports, and doc- country music to perform at the grand- EXISTING COMMITMENTS—PM 17 uments, and were referred as indicated: stand that is being named in his honor. The PRESIDING OFFICER laid be- EC–2803. A communication from the Regu- His friends, family, and coworkers all fore the Senate the following message latory Analyst, Grain Inspection, Packers remember him as having an upbeat and from the President of the United and Stockyards Administration, Department positive attitude, and he was regarded States which was referred to the Com- of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to by all as a joy to be around. law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Export In- mittee on Finance: spection and Weighing Waiver for High Qual- Larry received many prestigious ity Specialty Grain Transported in Con- awards in his life, among them was the To the Congress of the United States: Pursuant to section 3101A(a)(1)(A) of tainers’’ (RIN0580–AB18) received in the Of- 1996 People’s Choice ABBY Award from fice of the President of the Senate on August the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce. title 31, United States Code, I hereby 1, 2011; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nu- In addition, he served as the president certify that the debt subject to limit is trition, and Forestry. of the South Dakota Association of within $100,000,000,000 of the limit in 31 EC–2804. A communication from the Under Fairs from 1997–2001, and in 2003, Larry U.S.C. 3101(b) and that further bor- Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to was inducted into the South Dakota rowing is required to meet existing commitments. a violation of the Antideficiency Act that oc- Fairman’s Hall of Fame. curred within the within the Operations and Unfortunately, Larry passed away in BARACK OBAMA. Maintenance Army account and was assigned February of 2011. Although we are sad- THE WHITE HOUSE, August 2, 2011. Army case number 10–06; to the Committee dened by this loss, Larry’s memory will f on Appropriations. live on through his loved ones and EC–2805. A communication from the Senior MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE those who were fortunate to work Program Analyst, Federal Aviation Adminis- closely with him. Larry’s sense of de- At 9:38 a.m., a message from the tration, Department of Transportation, House of Representatives, delivered by transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of termination, ambition, and positive at- a rule entitled ‘‘Launch Safety: Lightning titude helped make the Brown County Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, Criteria for Expendable Launch Vehicles’’ Fair the tremendous success it is announced that the House has passed ((RIN2120–AJ84) (Docket No. FAA–2011–0181)) today, as well as made him a greatly the following bill, in which it requests received in the Office of the President of the respected man within the Brown Coun- the concurrence of the Senate: Senate on July 29, 2011; to the Committee on ty community and the entire state. He H.R. 2480. An act to amend title 5, United Commerce, Science, and Transportation. EC–2806. A communication from the Attor- will be greatly missed by all.∑ States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Administrative Conference of the United ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department f of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- States for fiscal years 2012, 2013, and 2014, ant to law, the report of a rule entitled TRIBUTE TO BO BRUINSMA and for other purposes. ‘‘Regulated Navigation Area; Chelsea Street ∑ Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I The message also announced that Bridge Construction, Chelsea, MA’’ recognize Bo Bruinsma, an intern in pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 6913, and the ((RIN1625–AA11) (Docket No. USCG–2011–

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A communication from the Attor- ((RIN1625–AA08) (Docket No. USCG–2011– mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department 0103)) received in the Office of the President entitled ‘‘Vocational Rehabilitation and Em- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- of the Senate on August 1, 2011; to the Com- ployment Program—Changes to Subsistence ant to law, the report of a rule entitled mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Allowance’’ (RIN2900–AO10) received in the ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Harlem tation. Office of the President of the Senate on Au- River, New York City, NY’’ ((RIN1625–AA09) EC–2816. A communication from the Attor- gust 1, 2011; to the Committee on Veterans’ (Docket No. USCG–2011–0509)) received in the ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Affairs. Office of the President of the Senate on Au- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- gust 1, 2011; to the Committee on Commerce, ant to law, the report of a rule entitled f Science, and Transportation. ‘‘Safety Zone; Kathleen Whelan Wedding REPORTS OF COMMITTEES EC–2808. A communication from the Attor- Fireworks, Lake St. Clair, Grosse Pointe ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Farms, MI’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket No. The following reports of committees of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- USCG–2011–0573)) received in the Office of the were submitted: ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Se- President of the Senate on August 1, 2011; to By Mr. LEAHY, from the Committee on curity Zones; Sector Southeastern New Eng- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and the Judiciary: land Captain of the Port Zone’’ ((RIN1625– Transportation. Report to accompany S. 623, a bill to AA87) (Docket No. USCG–2010–0803)) received EC–2817. A communication from the Attor- amend chapter 111 of title 28, United States in the Office of the President of the Senate ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Code, relating to protective orders, sealing on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Com- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- of cases, disclosures of discovery information merce, Science, and Transportation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled in civil actions, and for other purposes (Rept. EC–2809. A communication from the Attor- ‘‘Safety Zones; Swimming Events in Captain No. 112–45). ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of the Port Boston Zone’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) By Mrs. BOXER, from the Committee on of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- (Docket No. USCG–2011–0533)) received in the Environment and Public Works, with an ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Se- Office of the President of the Senate on Au- amendment: curity Zone; 2011 Seattle Seafair Fleet Week gust 1, 2011; to the Committee on Commerce, S. 538. A bill to amend the Neotropical Mi- Moving Vessels, Puget Sound, Washington’’ Science, and Transportation. gratory Bird Conservation Act to reauthor- ((RIN1625–AA87) (Docket No. USCG–2011– EC–2818. A communication from the Attor- ize the Act (Rept. No. 112–46). 0505)) received in the Office of the President ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of the Senate on August 1, 2011; to the Com- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- f ant to law, the report of a rule entitled mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF tation. ‘‘Safety Zone; BGSU Football Gridiron Clas- EC–2810. A communication from the Attor- sic Golf and Dinner Fireworks, Catawba Is- COMMITTEES ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department land Club, Port Clinton, OH’’ ((RIN1625– The following executive reports of of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- AA00) (Docket No. USCG–2011–0372)) received nominations were submitted: ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- in the Office of the President of the Senate By Ms. STABENOW for the Committee on cial Local Regulations for Marine Events, on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Com- Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Bogue Sound; Morehead City, NC’’ ((RIN1625– merce, Science, and Transportation. AA08) (Docket No. USCG–2011–0306)) received EC–2819. A communication from the Attor- * Mark P. Wetjen, of Nevada, to be a Com- in the Office of the President of the Senate ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department missioner of the Commodity Futures Trad- on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Com- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursuing Commission for a term expiring June 19, merce, Science, and Transportation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled 2016. EC–2811. A communication from the Attor- ‘‘Safety Zones; Annual Events Requiring * Brian T. Baenig, of the District of Colum- ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Safety Zones in the Captain of the Port Lake bia, to be an Assistant Secretary of Agri- of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Michigan Zone’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket No. culture. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- USCG–2011–0264)) received in the Office of the By Mr. LEVIN for the Committee on cial Local Regulations and Safety Zones; President of the Senate on August 1, 2011; to Armed Services. Marine Events in Captain of the Port Long the Committee on Commerce, Science, and * Madelyn R. Creedon, of Indiana, to be an Island Sound Zone’’ ((RIN1625–AA08) (Docket Transportation. Assistant Secretary of Defense. No. USCG–2011–0550)) received in the Office of EC–2820. A communication from the Attor- * Alan F. Estevez, of the District of Colum- the President of the Senate on August 1, ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department bia, to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense. 2011; to the Committee on Commerce, of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- * Air Force nomination of Gen. William M. Science, and Transportation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled Fraser III, to be General. EC–2812. A communication from the Attor- ‘‘Safety Zone; Central Astoria Independence Air Force nomination of Col. Donald P. ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Celebration Fireworks Event, Wards Island, Dunbar, to be Brigadier General. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- NY’’ ((RIN1625–AA00) (Docket No. USCG– Air Force nomination of Maj. Gen. Stephen ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- 2011–0475)) received in the Office of the Presi- L. Hoog, to be Lieutenant General. cial Local Regulations; Port Huron to Mack- dent of the Senate on August 1, 2011; to the Air Force nomination of Lt. Gen. Janet C. inac Island Sail Race’’ ((RIN1625–AA08) Committee on Commerce, Science, and Wolfenbarger, to be Lieutenant General. (Docket No. USCG–2011–0648)) received in the Transportation. Air Force nomination of Brig. Gen. Verle Office of the President of the Senate on Au- EC–2821. A communication from the Direc- L. Johnston, Jr., to be Major General. gust 1, 2011; to the Committee on Commerce, tor of Congressional Affairs, Nuclear Regu- Air Force nomination of Brig. Gen. Leon- Science, and Transportation. latory Commission, transmitting, pursuant ard A. Patrick, to be Major General. EC–2813. A communication from the Attor- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Policy Air Force nominations beginning with ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department Statement of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Brigadier General Trulan A. Eyre and ending of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Commission on the Protection of Cesium-137 with Colonel Jennifer L. Walter, which nomi- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- Chloride Sources’’ (NRC–2010–0209) received nations were received by the Senate and ap- cial Local Regulation; Detroit APBA Gold in the Office of the President of the Senate peared in the Congressional Record on July Cup, Detroit River, Detroit, MI’’ ((RIN1625– on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Envi- 25, 2011. AA08) (Docket No. USCG–2011–0614)) received ronment and Public Works. * Army nomination of Gen. Martin E. in the Office of the President of the Senate EC–2822. A communication from the Sec- Dempsey, to be General. on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Com- retary of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to * Army nomination of Gen. Raymond T. merce, Science, and Transportation. law, a legislative proposal to amend section Odierno, to be General. EC–2814. A communication from the Attor- 148 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as Army nomination of Maj. Gen. Keith C. ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department amended, relative to unclassified Controlled Walker, to be Lieutenant General. of Homeland Security, transmitting, pursu- Nuclear Information; to the Committee on Army nomination of Maj. Gen. Charles T. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Spe- Environment and Public Works. Cleveland, to be Lieutenant General. cial Local Regulations for Marine Events; EC–2823. A communication from the Direc- Army nomination of Lt. Gen. Michael Lake Gaston, Enterprise, NC’’ ((RIN1625– tor, Administrative Office of the United Ferriter, to be Lieutenant General. AA08) (Docket No. USCG–2011–0277)) received States Courts, transmitting, pursuant to Army nomination of Lt. Gen. Robert L. in the Office of the President of the Senate law, a report for calendar year 2010 relative Caslen, Jr., to be Lieutenant General. on August 1, 2011; to the Committee on Com- to statistics mandated by the Bankruptcy Army nomination of Maj. Gen. David G. merce, Science, and Transportation. Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Perkins, to be Lieutenant General. EC–2815. A communication from the Attor- Act of 2005; to the Committee on the Judici- Army nomination of Col. Brian R. Copes, ney Advisor, U.S. Coast Guard, Department ary. to be Brigadier General.

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Thelen, which nominations were received by ate and appeared in the Congressional Army nominations beginning with Briga- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Record on July 11, 2011. dier General Stephen E. Bogle and ending sional Record on July 11, 2011. Navy nominations beginning with David L. with Colonel David C. Wood, which nomina- Army nominations beginning with Mat- Agey and ending with Laura L. V. tions were received by the Senate and ap- thew B. Ahn and ending with Gregory S. Wegemann, which nominations were received peared in the Congressional Record on July Thogmartin, which nominations were re- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- 25, 2011. (minus 1 nominee: Colonel David O. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the sional Record on July 11, 2011. Smith) Congressional Record on July 11, 2011. Navy nominations beginning with Robert Army nominations beginning with Briga- Army nomination of Cindy B. Katz, to be P. Anselm and ending with Paul A. Walker, dier General David B. Enyeart and ending Colonel. which nominations were received by the Sen- with Colonel David E. Wilmot, which nomi- Army nomination of Wiley C. Thompson, ate and appeared in the Congressional nations were received by the Senate and ap- to be Colonel. Record on July 11, 2011. Army nomination of Marshall S. Humes, to peared in the Congressional Record on July Navy nominations beginning with Randy be Lieutenant Colonel. 25, 2011. E. Ashman and ending with Tammy L. Army nomination of Col. Gina D. Seiler, to Army nomination of Cyruss A. Tsurgeon, to be Major. Weinzatl, which nominations were received be Brigadier General. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Army nomination of Col. Michael A. Cal- Army nominations beginning with Colleen sional Record on July 11, 2011. houn, to be Brigadier General. F. Blailes and ending with Curtis T. Chun, Army nomination of Col. Kaffia Jones, to which nominations were received by the Sen- Navy nominations beginning with be Brigadier General. ate and appeared in the Congressional Deangelo Ashby and ending with Lagena K. * Navy nomination of Adm. Jonathan W. Record on July 20, 2011. G. Yarbrough, which nominations were re- Greenert, to be Admiral. Army nominations beginning with Brad M. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the * Navy nomination of Adm. James A. Evans and ending with Jay S. Kost, which Congressional Record on July 11, 2011. Winnefeld, Jr., to be Admiral. nominations were received by the Senate and Navy nominations beginning with Dennis Navy nomination of Vice Adm. Scott R. appeared in the Congressional Record on K. Andrews and ending with Brian K. Waite, Van Buskirk, to be Vice Admiral. July 20, 2011. which nominations were received by the Sen- Navy nomination of Vice Adm. Mark E. Army nominations beginning with Mat- ate and appeared in the Congressional Ferguson III, to be Admiral. thew J. Baker and ending with Russell B. Record on July 11, 2011. Navy nomination of Rear Adm. Scott H. Chambers, which nominations were received Navy nominations beginning with Roberto Swift, to be Vice Admiral. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- M. Alvarado and ending with Joseph W. Navy nomination of Vice Adm. Harry B. sional Record on July 20, 2011. Yates, which nominations were received by Harris, Jr., to be Vice Admiral. Army nominations beginning with Joseph the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Navy nomination of Vice Adm. Michael A. B. Rusinko and ending with Paula S. Oliver, sional Record on July 11, 2011. LeFever, to be Vice Admiral. which nominations were received by the Sen- Navy nomination of Mathew R. Loe, to be Navy nomination of Capt. Luke M. McCol- ate and appeared in the Congressional Lieutenant Commander. lum, to be Rear Admiral (lower half). Record on July 20, 2011. Navy nomination of Michael J. O’Donnell, Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, for the Army nominations beginning with to be Lieutenant Commander. Committee on Armed Services I report Charlespaul T. Anonuevo and ending with Navy nomination of Lawrence Brandon, favorably the following nomination Tracy E. Walters, which nominations were Jr., to be Lieutenant Commander. received by the Senate and appeared in the Navy nominations beginning with Robert lists which were printed in the RECORD Congressional Record on July 20, 2011. A. Slaughter and ending with Robert Thom- on the dates indicated, and ask unani- Army nominations beginning with David as, which nominations were received by the mous consent, to save the expense of H. Burnham and ending with Randall S. Senate and appeared in the Congressional reprinting on the Executive Calendar Verde, which nominations were received by Record on July 20, 2011. that these nominations lie at the Sec- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Navy nominations beginning with Anthony retary’s desk for the information of sional Record on July 20, 2011. Diaz and ending with Jane E. Mcneely, which Senators. Army nominations beginning with Michael nominations were received by the Senate and A. Adams and ending with Paula Young, appeared in the Congressional Record on The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without which nominations were received by the Sen- objection, it is so ordered. July 20, 2011. ate and appeared in the Congressional Navy nominations beginning with Carissa Air Force nominations beginning with Record on July 20, 2011. L. Garey and ending with Daniel G. Nicastri, Lauren F. Aase and ending with Debra S. Army nominations beginning with Geof- which nominations were received by the Sen- Zinsmeyer, which nominations were received frey R. Adams and ending with D005579, ate and appeared in the Congressional by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- Record on July 20, 2011. sional Record on May 4, 2011. ate and appeared in the Congressional Navy nominations beginning with Timothy Air Force nomination of Mary F. Hart-Gal- Record on July 20, 2011. M. Derbyshire and ending with Christina J. lagher, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Army nominations beginning with Alissa Wong, which nominations were received by Air Force nomination of Raymond S. Col- R. Ackley and ending with D003185, which the Senate and appeared in the Congres- lins, to be Major. nominations were received by the Senate and sional Record on July 20, 2011. Air Force nominations beginning with appeared in the Congressional Record on Wade B. Adair and ending with Elijio J. Navy nominations beginning with Jere- July 20, 2011. miah E. Chaplin and ending with Pamela A. Venegas, Jr., which nominations were re- Army nominations beginning with Thomas Tellado, which nominations were received by ceived by the Senate and appeared in the H. Aarsen and ending with D010899, which the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Congressional Record on July 20, 2011. nominations were received by the Senate and sional Record on July 20, 2011. Air Force nominations beginning with appeared in the Congressional Record on Navy nominations beginning with Paige H. Johnathan M. Compton and ending with Ben- July 20, 2011. jamin J. Mitchell, which nominations were Marine Corps nomination of Carroll J. Adams and ending with Andrew F. Young, received by the Senate and appeared in the Connelley, to be Lieutenant Colonel. which nominations were received by the Sen- Congressional Record on July 20, 2011. Marine Corps nomination of Samuel H. ate and appeared in the Congressional Army nomination of Thomas B. Murphree, Carrasco, to be Lieutenant Colonel. Record on July 20, 2011. to be Colonel. Navy nomination of Troy D. Carr, to be Navy nominations beginning with Robert Army nominations beginning with Pedro Commander. S. Bair and ending with Patricia R. Wilson, T. Raga and ending with Matthew H. Navy nominations beginning with Dawn C. which nominations were received by the Sen- Vinning, which nominations were received Allen and ending with Jennifer L. Tietz, ate and appeared in the Congressional by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- Record on July 20, 2011. sional Record on June 22, 2011. ate and appeared in the Congressional Navy nominations beginning with Army nominations beginning with Nich- Record on June 22, 2011. Kirkland M. Anderson and ending with Mar- olas M. Cruzgarcia and ending with Joseph Navy nominations beginning with James tha A. Wittosch, which nominations were re- P. Lynn, which nominations were received S. Brown and ending with Heather J. Walton, ceived by the Senate and appeared in the by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- which nominations were received by the Sen- Congressional Record on July 20, 2011. sional Record on July 11, 2011. ate and appeared in the Congressional Navy nominations beginning with Cheryl Army nomination of Luisa G. Santiago, to Record on July 11, 2011. E. Aimestillman and ending with Jon E. be Lieutenant Colonel. Navy nominations beginning with Chris- Zatlokowicz, which nominations were re- Army nominations beginning with Troy W. topher A. Alfonzo and ending with Sara B. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Ross and ending with Carlos E. Quezada, Zimmer, which nominations were received Congressional Record on July 20, 2011.

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Wright, ing, and Urban Affairs. laundering, and other misconduct involving which nominations were received by the Sen- By Mr. HELLER: United States corporations, and for other ate and appeared in the Congressional S. 1473. A bill to amend Public Law 99–548 purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Se- Record on July 20, 2011. to provide for the implementation of the curity and Governmental Affairs. Navy nominations beginning with Amelia multispecies habitat conservation plan for By Mr. NELSON of Nebraska: F. Dudley and ending with Brandon D. the Virgin River, Nevada, and to extend the S. 1484. A bill to prohibit taxpayer funded Smith, which nominations were received by authority to purchase certain parcels of pub- abortions and to provide for conscience pro- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- lic land; to the Committee on Energy and tections, and for other purposes; to the Com- sional Record on July 20, 2011. Natural Resources. mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Navy nominations beginning with Rich- By Mr. HELLER: Pensions. field F. Agullana and ending with Chieh S. 1474. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- By Mr. UDALL of New Mexico (for Yang, which nominations were received by enue Code of 1986 to provide for a deduction himself, Mr. HELLER, Mr. BINGAMAN, the Senate and appeared in the Congres- for travel expenses to medical centers of the and Mrs. FEINSTEIN): sional Record on July 20, 2011. Department of Veterans Affairs in connec- S. 1485. A bill to amend the Tariff Act of Navy nominations beginning with Charity tion with examinations or treatments relat- 1930 to include ultralight vehicles under the C. Hardison and ending with Stephanie B. ing to service-connected disabilities; to the definition of aircraft for purposes of the Murdock, which nominations were received Committee on Finance. aviation smuggling provisions under that by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- By Mr. HELLER: Act, and for other purposes; to the Com- sional Record on July 20, 2011. S. 1475. A bill to convey certain land to mittee on Finance. * Nomination was reported with rec- Clark County, Nevada, to designate the By Mr. ROBERTS (for himself, Mr. Nellis Dunes National Off-Highway Vehicle ommendation that it be confirmed sub- NELSON of Florida, Mr. CRAPO, Mr. Recreation Area, and for other purposes; to WYDEN, Mr. TOOMEY, and Mr. HELL- ject to the nominee’s commitment to the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- ER): respond to requests to appear and tes- sources. S. 1486. A bill to amend title XVIII of the tify before any duly constituted com- By Mr. HATCH (for himself and Mr. Social Security Act to clarify and expand on mittee of the Senate. COBURN): criteria applicable to patient admission to (Nominations without an asterisk S. 1476. A bill to reduce the size of the Fed- and care furnished in long-term care hos- were reported with the recommenda- eral workforce and Federal employee cost re- pitals participating in the Medicare pro- tion that they be confirmed.) lating to pay, bonuses, and travel; to the gram, and for other purposes; to the Com- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- mittee on Finance. f ernmental Affairs. By Ms. CANTWELL (for herself, Mr. INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND By Mr. ROBERTS (for himself and Mr. AKAKA, Mr. INOUYE, and Mr. JOHNSON JOINT RESOLUTIONS MORAN): of Wisconsin): S. 1477. A bill to require the Administrator S. 1487. A bill to authorize the Secretary of The following bills and joint resolu- of the Federal Aviation Administration to Homeland Security, in coordination with the tions were introduced, read the first prevent the dissemination to the public of Secretary of State, to establish a program to and second times by unanimous con- certain information with respect to non- issue Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation sent, and referred as indicated: commercial flights of private aircraft owners Business Travel Cards, and for other pur- and operators; to the Committee on Com- poses; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- By Mr. BLUNT (for himself, Mr. RUBIO, merce, Science, and Transportation. rity and Governmental Affairs. and Ms. AYOTTE): By Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota (for By Mr. CASEY: S. 1467. A bill to amend the Patient Protec- himself and Mr. THUNE): S. 1488. A bill to prohibit the expenditure tion and Affordable Care Act to protect S. 1478. A bill to modify the boundary of of Federal funds for abortion, and for other rights of conscience with regard to require- the Minuteman Missile National Historic purposes; to the Committee on Health, Edu- ments for coverage of specific items and Site in the State of South Dakota, and for cation, Labor, and Pensions. services; to the Committee on Health, Edu- other purposes; to the Committee on Energy By Mr. CASEY: cation, Labor, and Pensions. and Natural Resources. S. 1489. A bill to prohibit the discrimina- By Mrs. SHAHEEN (for herself and Mr. By Mr. CASEY (for himself and Mr. tion and retaliation against individuals and TESTER): TOOMEY): health care entities that refuse to rec- S. 1468. A bill to amend title XVIII of the S. 1479. A bill to preserve Medicare bene- ommend, refer for, provide coverage for, pay Social Security Act to improve access to dia- ficiary choice by restoring and expanding for, provide, perform, assist, or participate in betes self-management training by author- Medicare open enrollment and disenrollment abortions; to the Committee on Health, Edu- izing certified diabetes educators to provide opportunities; to the Committee on Finance. cation, Labor, and Pensions. diabetes self-management training services, By Mr. CASEY (for himself and Mr. By Mr. CASEY: including as part of telehealth services, SCHUMER): S. 1490. A bill to amend the Patient Protec- under part B of the Medicare program; to the S. 1480. A bill to provide for the construction and Affordable Care Act to authorize ad- Committee on Finance. tion, renovation, and improvement of med- ditional funding for the pregnancy assistance By Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself and ical school facilities, and for other purposes; fund; to the Committee on Health, Edu- Mr. HATCH): to the Committee on Health, Education, cation, Labor, and Pensions. S. 1469. A bill to require reporting on the Labor, and Pensions. By Mr. WYDEN: capacity of foreign countries to combat By Mr. CASEY (for himself and Mr. S. 1491. A bill to amend the Public Utility cybercrime, to develop action plans to im- SCHUMER): Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to expand the prove the capacity of certain countries to S. 1481. A bill to authorize the Secretary of electric rate-setting authority of States; to combat cybercrime, and for other purposes; Health and Human Services to establish a the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- to the Committee on Foreign Relations. program of grants to newly accredited sources. By Mr. CRAPO (for himself and Mr. allopathic and osteopathic medical schools By Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. RISCH): for the purpose of increasing the supply of HELLER): S. 1470. A bill to promote timely explo- physicians; to the Committee on Health, S. 1492. A bill to provide for the convey- ration for geothermal resources under exist- Education, Labor, and Pensions. ance of certain Federal land in Clark Coun- ing geothermal leases, and for other pur- By Mrs. GILLIBRAND: ty, Nevada, for the environmental remedi- poses; to the Committee on Energy and Nat- S. 1482. A bill to direct the Secretary of the ation and reclamation of the Three Kids ural Resources. Interior to conduct a special resource study Mine Project Site, and for other purposes; to By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself, to evaluate the significance of the Newtown the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Mrs. GILLIBRAND, and Mr. BROWN of Battlefield located in Chemung County, New sources. Ohio): York, and the suitability and feasibility of By Ms. MIKULSKI (for herself and Mr. S. 1471. A bill to prohibit discrimination in its inclusion in the National Park System, BLUNT): employment on the basis of an individual’s and for other purposes; to the Committee on S. 1493. A bill to provide compensation to status or history of unemployment; to the Energy and Natural Resources. relatives of Foreign Service members killed Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and By Mr. LEVIN (for himself and Mr. in the line of duty and the relatives of Pensions. GRASSLEY): United States citizens who were killed as a By Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself, Mr. S. 1483. A bill to ensure that persons who result of the bombing of the United States KIRK, and Mr. LIEBERMAN): form corporations in the United States dis- Embassy in Kenya on August 7, 1998, and for

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other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign ming from environmental health hazards CORKER, Mr. CRAPO, Ms. SNOWE, Mr. Relations. that have led to its declaration as a Public BLUNT, Mr. BROWN of Massachusetts, By Mrs. BOXER (for herself, Mr. Health Emergency, to be eligible under the Mr. ROBERTS, Mr. BEGICH, Mr. LIE- CARDIN, Mr. COCHRAN, Mr. ROBERTS, National Health Service Corps in the Na- BERMAN, Ms. LANDRIEU, Mr. AKAKA, and Mr. THUNE): tional Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Mr. RUBIO, Mrs. HAGAN, Mr. BAUCUS, S. 1494. A bill to reauthorize and amend the Program, and for other purposes; to the Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mrs. HUTCHISON, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Es- Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Mr. CASEY, Mr. BURR, and Mr. COCH- tablishment Act; to the Committee on Envi- Pensions. RAN): ronment and Public Works. By Mr. RUBIO (for himself, Mr. COR- S. Res. 254. A resolution designating Au- By Ms. MURKOWSKI: NYN, and Mrs. HUTCHISON): gust 16, 2011, as ‘‘National Airborne Day’’; S. 1495. A bill to amend the school dropout S. 1506. A bill to prevent the Secretary of considered and agreed to. prevention program in the Elementary and the Treasury from expanding United States By Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself, Secondary Education Act of 1965; to the bank reporting requirements with respect to Mr. ALEXANDER, and Mr. LEVIN): Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and interest on deposits paid to nonresident S. Res. 255. A resolution designating Octo- Pensions. aliens; to the Committee on Finance. ber 8, 2011, as ‘‘National Chess Day’’ to en- By Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Mr. LIE- By Mr. HATCH (for himself, Mr. BURR, hance awareness and encourage students and BERMAN, and Mr. BEGICH): Mr. MCCAIN, and Mr. GRAHAM): adults to engage in a game known to en- S. 1496. A bill to amend title 46, United S. 1507. A bill to provide protections from hance critical thinking and problem-solving States Code, to prohibit the delegation by workers with respect to their right to select skills; considered and agreed to. the United States of inspection, certifi- or refrain from selecting representation by a By Mr. INOUYE (for himself and Mr. cation, and related services to a foreign clas- labor organization; to the Committee on ALEXANDER): sification society that provides comparable Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. S. Res. 256. A resolution designating the services to Iran, North Korea, North Sudan, By Mr. MENENDEZ (for himself, Mr. week of October 2 through October 8, 2011, as or Syria, and for other purposes; to the Com- ISAKSON, and Mrs. FEINSTEIN): ‘‘National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- S. 1508. A bill to extend loan limits for pro- Week’’; to the Committee on the Judiciary. tation. grams of the Federal Housing Administra- By Mr. INOUYE (for himself and Mrs. By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself, Mr. tion, the government-sponsored enterprises, BOXER): UDALL of Colorado, Mr. BENNET, and and the Department of Veterans Affairs, and S. Con. Res. 28. A concurrent resolution au- Mr. FRANKEN): for other purposes; to the Committee on thorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in S. 1497. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to Social Security Act to extend for 3 years rea- By Mr. WYDEN: award the Congressional Gold Medal, collec- sonable cost contracts under Medicare; to S. 1509. A bill to provide incentives for tively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd the Committee on Finance. States to improve the well-being of children Regimental Combat Team, and the Military By Mr. VITTER (for himself and Mr. in the child welfare system through systemic Intelligence Service, United States Army, in HELLER): reforms and innovations, increased collabo- recognition of their dedicated service during S. 1498. A bill to amend the Federal Elec- ration between State agencies, and incorpo- World War II; to the Committee on Rules and tion Campaign Act of 1971 to provide for ad- ration of higher standards of accountability; Administration. ditional reporting with respect to contribu- to the Committee on Finance. tions to members of the Joint Select Com- By Mr. UDALL of Colorado (for him- f mittee on Deficit Reduction; to the Com- self, Mr. BAUCUS, Mr. MANCHIN, Mrs. mittee on Rules and Administration. MCCASKILL, Mr. NELSON of Nebraska, ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself, Mr. and Mr. NELSON of Florida): S. 207 THUNE, and Ms. STABENOW): S.J. Res. 24. A joint resolution proposing S. 1499. A bill to direct the Secretary of an amendment to the Constitution relative At the request of Mr. KOHL, the name Transportation to promulgate a rule to im- to requiring a balanced budget; to the Com- of the Senator from New York (Mrs. prove the daytime and nighttime visibility mittee on the Judiciary. GILLIBRAND) was added as a cosponsor of agricultural equipment that may be oper- f of S. 207, a bill to amend the Omnibus ated on a public road; to the Committee on SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of Commerce, Science, and Transportation. 1968 to enhance the COPS ON THE By Ms. MURKOWSKI (for herself, Mr. SENATE RESOLUTIONS BEAT grant program, and for other ENZI, and Mr. ALEXANDER): The following concurrent resolutions S. 1500. A bill to give Americans access to purposes. and Senate resolutions were read, and affordable child-only health insurance cov- S. 260 referred (or acted upon), as indicated: erage; to the Committee on Health, Edu- At the request of Mr. NELSON of Flor- cation, Labor, and Pensions. By Mr. KIRK: ida, the name of the Senator from New By Mr. HELLER (for himself, Mr. S. Res. 250. A resolution expressing the Hampshire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added RUBIO, Mr. VITTER, Mr. LEE, Ms. sense of the Senate that the memorial park AYOTTE, Mr. PAUL, Mr. BOOZMAN, and on Hero Street USA, in Silvis, Illinois, as a cosponsor of S. 260, a bill to amend Mr. JOHNSON of Wisconsin): should be recognized as Hero Street Memo- title 10, United States Code, to repeal S. 1501. A bill to require the Joint Select rial Park and should continue to be sup- the requirement for reduction of sur- Committee on Deficit Reduction to conduct ported as a park by the Town of Silvis at no vivor annuities under the Survivor the business of the Committee in a manner cost to United States taxpayers; to the Com- Benefit Plan by veterans’ dependency that is open to the public; to the Committee mittee on the Judiciary. and indemnity compensation. on Rules and Administration. By Mr. CARPER (for himself, Ms. By Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. SNOWE, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. LIEBER- S. 274 TESTER): MAN, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. BAUCUS, At the request of Mrs. HAGAN, the S. 1502. A bill to restore public trust in Ms. STABENOW, Mr. CASEY, Mr. name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. pipeline safety, and for other purposes; to GRASSLEY, Mrs. GILLIBRAND, Mr. BEGICH) was added as a cosponsor of S. the Committee on Commerce, Science, and TESTER, Mr. WHITEHOUSE, Mr. COONS, 274, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Transportation. and Mr. MERKLEY): Social Security Act to expand access to By Mr. BROWN of Massachusetts: S. Res. 251. A resolution expressing support S. 1503. A bill to decrease the deficit by re- for improvement in the collection, proc- medication therapy management serv- aligning, consolidating, selling, disposing, essing, and consumption of recyclable mate- ices under the Medicare prescription and improving the efficiency of Federal rials throughout the United States; to the drug program. buildings and other civilian real property, Committee on Environment and Public S. 306 and for other purposes; to the Committee on Works. At the request of Mr. WEBB, the name Environment and Public Works. By Mr. LUGAR (for himself, Mr. of the Senator from Minnesota (Ms. By Mr. AKAKA (for himself, Mr. KERRY, and Mr. INHOFE): LOBUCHAR INOUYE, and Mr. BINGAMAN): S. Res. 252. A resolution celebrating the K ) was added as a cosponsor S. 1504. A bill to restore Medicaid eligi- 60th Anniversary of the United States-Phil- of S. 306, a bill to establish the Na- bility for citizens of the Freely Associated ippines Mutual Defense Treaty; to the Com- tional Criminal Justice Commission. States; to the Committee on Finance. mittee on Foreign Relations. S. 344 By Mr. TESTER: By Mr. HOEVEN: At the request of Mr. REID, the name S. 1505. A bill to amend the Public Health S. Res. 253. A resolution designating Octo- Service Act to provide for the participation ber 26, 2011, as ‘‘Day of the Deployed’’; to the of the Senator from New Hampshire of particular specialists, determined by the Committee on the Judiciary. (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a cospon- Secretary of Health and Human Services to By Mr. REED (for himself, Ms. MUR- sor of S. 344, a bill to amend title 10, be directly related to the health needs stem- KOWSKI, Mr. WHITEHOUSE, Mr. United States Code, to permit certain

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States to ensure that all students in S. 384 S. 672 the middle grades are taught an aca- At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, demically rigorous curriculum with ef- names of the Senator from New Jersey the name of the Senator from South fective supports so that students com- (Mr. MENENDEZ) and the Senator from Dakota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a plete the middle grades prepared for Pennsylvania (Mr. TOOMEY) were added cosponsor of S. 672, a bill to amend the success in secondary school and post- as cosponsors of S. 384, a bill to amend Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend secondary endeavors, to improve State title 39, United States Code, to extend and modify the railroad track mainte- and district policies and programs re- the authority of the United States nance credit. lating to the academic achievement of students in the middle grades, to de- Postal Service to issue a semipostal to S. 697 raise funds for breast cancer research. velop and implement effective middle At the request of Mr. CASEY, the S. 387 grades models for struggling students, name of the Senator from New Hamp- and for other purposes. At the request of Mrs. BOXER, the shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- S. 834 name of the Senator from New Hamp- sponsor of S. 697, a bill to amend the shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. CASEY, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow name of the Senator from Vermont sponsor of S. 387, a bill to amend title a credit against income tax for 37, United States Code, to provide flexi- (Mr. SANDERS) was added as a cospon- amounts paid by a spouse of a member sor of S. 834, a bill to amend the Higher ble spending arrangements for mem- of the Armed Services for a new State bers of uniformed services, and for Education Act of 1965 to improve edu- license or certification required by rea- cation and prevention related to cam- other purposes. son of a permanent change in the duty S. 418 pus sexual violence, domestic violence, station of such member to another dating violence, and stalking. At the request of Mr. HARKIN, the State. names of the Senator from Delaware S. 838 S. 710 (Mr. CARPER) and the Senator from At the request of Mr. THUNE, the At the request of Mr. THUNE, the Kansas (Mr. MORAN) were added as co- name of the Senator from Missouri name of the Senator from California sponsors of S. 418, a bill to award a (Mr. BLUNT) was added as a cosponsor (Mrs. BOXER) was added as a cosponsor Congressional Gold Medal to the World of S. 838, a bill to amend the Toxic Sub- of S. 710, a bill to amend the Solid War II members of the Civil Air Patrol. stances Control Act to clarify the ju- Waste Disposal Act to direct the Ad- risdiction of the Environmental Pro- S. 509 ministrator of the Environmental Pro- tection Agency with respect to certain At the request of Mr. UDALL of Colo- tection Agency to establish a haz- sporting good articles, and to exempt rado, the name of the Senator from ardous waste electronic manifest sys- those articles from a definition under California (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) was added tem. that Act. as a cosponsor of S. 509, a bill to amend S. 722 S. 866 the Federal Credit Union Act, to ad- At the request of Mr. TESTER, the vance the ability of credit unions to At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the name of the Senator from California promote small business growth and name of the Senator from South Da- (Mrs. BOXER) was added as a cosponsor economic development opportunities, kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- of S. 866, a bill to amend title 10, and for other purposes. sponsor of S. 722, a bill to strengthen and protect Medicare hospice pro- United States Code, to modify the per- S. 512 grams. fiscal year calculation of days of cer- At the request of Mr. BINGAMAN, the S. 738 tain active duty or active service used name of the Senator from Missouri to reduce the minimum age at which a (Mr. BLUNT) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the name of the Senator from New York member of a reserve component of the of S. 512, a bill to amend the Energy uniformed services may retire for non- Policy Act of 2005 to require the Sec- (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a cosponsor of S. 738, a bill to amend title XVIII regular service. retary of Energy to carry out programs At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, her of the Social Security Act to provide to develop and demonstrate 2 small name was added as a cosponsor of S. for Medicare coverage of comprehen- modular nuclear reactor designs, and 866, supra. sive Alzheimer’s disease and related de- for other purposes. S. 901 mentia diagnosis and services in order S. 578 At the request of Mr. TESTER, the to improve care and outcomes for At the request of Mr. LAUTENBERG, name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. Americans living with Alzheimer’s dis- the name of the Senator from Ohio PORTMAN) was added as a cosponsor of ease and related dementias by improv- (Mr. BROWN) was added as a cosponsor S. 901, a bill to amend the Land and ing detection, diagnosis, and care plan- of S. 578, a bill to amend title V of the Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 to ning. Social Security Act to eliminate the ensure that amounts are made avail- abstinence-only education program. S. 755 able for projects to provide rec- S. 598 At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the reational public access, and for other At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the name of the Senator from North Da- purposes. name of the Senator from Minnesota kota (Mr. HOEVEN) was added as a co- S. 919 (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a cosponsor of S. 755, a bill to amend the At the request of Mr. HARKIN, the sponsor of S. 598, a bill to repeal the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow name of the Senator from Vermont Defense of Marriage Act and ensure rean offset against income tax refunds to (Mr. SANDERS) was added as a cospon- spect for State regulation of marriage. pay for restitution and other State ju- sor of S. 919, a bill to authorize grant S. 633 dicial debts that are past-due. programs to ensure successful, safe, At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the S. 806 and healthy students. name of the Senator from Pennsyl- At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the S. 920 vania (Mr. TOOMEY) was added as a co- name of the Senator from New York At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the sponsor of S. 633, a bill to prevent fraud (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a cospon- name of the Senator from Massachu- in small business contracting, and for sor of S. 806, a bill to require the Sec- setts (Mr. BROWN) was added as a co- other purposes. retary of the Army to conduct levee sponsor of S. 920, a bill to create clean

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S. 1100, a bill to amend title 41, United At the request of Mr. ISAKSON, the 950, a bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to prohibit inserting poli- name of the Senator from New Jersey States Code, to repeal a prohibition on tics into the Federal acquisition proc- (Mr. LAUTENBERG) was added as a co- allowing States to use toll revenues as ess by prohibiting the submission of sponsor of S. 1280, a bill to amend the State matching funds for Appalachian political contribution information as a Peace Corps Act to require sexual as- Development Highway projects. condition of receiving a Federal con- sault risk-reduction and response S. 951 tract. training, and the development of sex- At the request of Mrs. MURRAY, the S. 1108 ual assault protocol and guidelines, the names of the Senator from Nebraska At the request of Mr. SANDERS, the establishment of victims advocates, (Mr. NELSON) and the Senator from names of the Senator from New Hamp- the establishment of a Sexual Assault New Jersey (Mr. LAUTENBERG) were shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) and the Senator Advisory Council, and for other pur- added as cosponsors of S. 951, a bill to from Rhode Island (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) poses. improve the provision of Federal tran- were added as cosponsors of S. 1108, a S. 1297 sition, rehabilitation, vocational, and bill to provide local communities with At the request of Mr. BURR, the name unemployment benefits to members of tools to make solar permitting more of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. the Armed Forces and veterans, and for efficient, and for other purposes. PORTMAN) was added as a cosponsor of other purposes. S. 1111 S. 1297, a bill to preserve State and in- S. 958 At the request of Mr. BROWN of Mas- stitutional authority relating to State At the request of Mr. CASEY, the sachusetts, his name was added as a co- authorization and the definition of name of the Senator from New York sponsor of S. 1111, a bill to amend the credit hour. (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a cospon- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce S. 1314 sor of S. 958, a bill to amend the Public the tax on beer to its pre-1991 level, and At the request of Mr. TESTER, the Health Service Act to reauthorize the for other purposes. name of the Senator from Nebraska program of payments to children’s hos- S. 1145 (Mr. NELSON) was added as a cosponsor pitals that operate graduate medical At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the of S. 1314, a bill to amend title 38, education programs. name of the Senator from Missouri United States Code, to require the Sec- S. 1002 (Mrs. MCCASKILL) was added as a co- retary of Labor to establish minimum At the request of Mr. SCHUMER, the sponsor of S. 1145, a bill to amend title funding levels for States for the sup- names of the Senator from Indiana 18, United States Code, to clarify and port of disabled veterans’ outreach pro- (Mr. COATS) and the Senator from New expand Federal criminal jurisdiction gram specialists and local veterans’ York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were added as over Federal contractors and employ- employment representatives, and for cosponsors of S. 1002, a bill to prohibit ees outside the United States, and for other purposes. theft of medical products, and for other other purposes. S. 1316 purposes. S. 1177 At the request of Mr. ENZI, the name S. 1025 At the request of Mr. BINGAMAN, the of the Senator from Utah (Mr. LEE) was At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the name of the Senator from Pennsyl- added as a cosponsor of S. 1316, a bill to name of the Senator from California vania (Mr. CASEY) was added as a co- prevent a fiscal crisis by enacting leg- (Mrs. BOXER) was added as a cosponsor sponsor of S. 1177, a bill to provide islation to balance the Federal budget of S. 1025, a bill to amend title 10, grants to States to improve high through reductions of discretionary United States Code, to enhance the na- schools and raise graduation rates and mandatory spending. tional defense through empowerment while ensuring rigorous standards, to S. 1369 of the National Guard, enhancement of develop and implement effective school At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the the functions of the National Guard models for struggling students and names of the Senator from North Caro- Bureau, and improvement of Federal- dropouts, and to improve State policies lina (Mrs. HAGAN), the Senator from State military coordination in domes- to raise graduation rates, and for other North Carolina (Mr. BURR) and the tic emergency response, and for other purposes. Senator from Missouri (Mr. BLUNT) purposes. S. 1219 were added as cosponsors of S. 1369, a S. 1039 At the request of Mr. BARRASSO, the bill to amend the Federal Water Pollu- At the request of Mr. CARDIN, the name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. tion Control Act to exempt the conduct names of the Senator from Oklahoma HELLER) was added as a cosponsor of S. of silvicultural activities from national (Mr. INHOFE) and the Senator from 1219, a bill to require Federal agencies pollutant discharge elimination system South Carolina (Mr. GRAHAM) were to assess the impact of Federal action permitting requirements. added as cosponsors of S. 1039, a bill to on jobs and job opportunities, and for S. 1381 impose sanctions on persons respon- other purposes. At the request of Mr. BLUMENTHAL, sible for the detention, abuse, or death S. 1248 the name of the Senator from New of Sergei Magnitsky, for the conspiracy At the request of Mr. COBURN, the York (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a co- to defraud the Russian Federation of name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. sponsor of S. 1381, a bill to provide for taxes on corporate profits through HELLER) was added as a cosponsor of S. the expansion of Federal efforts con- fraudulent transactions and lawsuits 1248, a bill to prohibit the consider- cerning the prevention, education, against Hermitage, and for other gross ation of any bill by Congress unless the treatment, and research activities re- violations of human rights in the Rus- authority provided by the Constitution lated to Lyme and other tick-borne dis- sian Federation, and for other pur- of the United States for the legislation ease, including the establishment of a poses. can be determined and is clearly speci- Tick-Borne Diseases Advisory Com- S. 1048 fied. mittee. At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the S. 1273 S. 1392 names of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. At the request of Mr. CASEY, the At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the MERKLEY) and the Senator from Hawaii name of the Senator from Minnesota name of the Senator from Arkansas (Mr. AKAKA) were added as cosponsors (Mr. FRANKEN) was added as a cospon- (Mr. BOOZMAN) was added as a cospon- of S. 1048, a bill to expand sanctions sor of S. 1273, a bill to amend the Fair sor of S. 1392, a bill to provide addi- imposed with respect to the Islamic Labor Standards Act with regard to tional time for the Administrator of

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Mr. President, I rise the Federal workforce and Federal em- 1395, a bill to ensure that all Americans today to reintroduce the International ployee cost relating to pay, bonuses, have access to waivers from the Pa- Cybercrime Reporting and Cooperation and travel; to the Committee on Home- tient Protection and Affordable Care Act with Senator KIRSTEN GILLIBRAND, land Security and Governmental Af- Act. which if enacted, will establish a fairs. S. 1420 framework for global cooperation on Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, after a At the request of Mr. TOOMEY, the the fight against cybercrime. As the contentious several months navigating name of the Senator from North Caro- United States continues to work on the increase in the debt ceiling, Con- lina (Mr. BURR) was added as a cospon- combating cybercrime here at home, gress will be returning home in the sor of S. 1420, a bill to require that the we must simultaneously direct our at- next few days. I think many of us are United States Government prioritize tention to the international arena. anxious to go back to the States, where all obligations on the debt held by the With bipartisan support and valued we will hear from our fellow citizens public, Social Security benefits, and input from affected industry, we have about their thoughts on what we are military pay in the event that the debt worked together on drafting a bill that doing well and where we are falling limit is reached, and for other pur- encompasses reporting measures, ac- short. poses. tion plans, and multilateral efforts in Getting out of Washington and re- S. 1433 support of government cooperation to turning to our States will be a relief, At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, dismantle this global threat. but I am fully aware that after this the name of the Senator from Virginia This bill increases the U.S. Govern- brief respite, we will come back to (Mr. WEBB) was added as a cosponsor of ment’s focus on combating cybercrime Washington in the fall with many more S. 1433, a bill to pay personnel com- internationally by requiring the Presi- contentious issues still on our plates. pensation and benefits for employees of dent, or his designee, to annually re- Our Nation is still on an the Federal Aviation Administration. port to Congress on the assessment of unsustainable fiscal path, even with to- S. 1449 the cybercrime fighting efforts of the day’s temporary resolution of the At the request of Mr. PRYOR, the countries chosen by key federal agen- issues surrounding the debt ceiling. In name of the Senator from New York cies in consultation with private sector addition, we have a government that (Mr. SCHUMER) was added as a cospon- stakeholders. The countries to be re- has grown far too large and has taken sor of S. 1449, a bill to authorize the ap- viewed are those with a significant role on far too many obligations. propriation of funds for highway safety in efforts to combat cybercrime im- Today, with all these concerns in programs and for other purposes. pacting U.S. Government, entities and mind, I am joined by Senator TOM S. 1450 persons, or disrupting U.S. electronic COBURN in introducing the Federal At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the commerce or intellectual property in- Workforce Reduction and Reform Act name of the Senator from Minnesota terests. of 2011. If enacted, this bill will go a (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a co- Cyberspace remains borderless, with long way toward reducing the size of sponsor of S. 1450, a bill to amend title no single proprietor. Accordingly, the the Federal Government and helping to 23, United States Code, to provide for United States must take the lead on get our Nation’s fiscal house in order. the establishment of a commercial maintaining the openness of the Inter- Specifically, our bill would extend truck safety program, and for other net, while securing accountability. If a the current pay freeze for Federal civil- purposes. country is a haven for cybercrime, or ian employees for another 3 years. Bo- S. 1457 simply has demonstrated a pattern of nuses paid Federal employees would At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, uncooperative behavior with efforts to also be frozen during that time. Cur- the name of the Senator from Delaware combat cybercrime, that nation must rently, Federal workers receive an (Mr. COONS) was added as a cosponsor be held accountable. The government automatic cost-of-living adjustment of S. 1457, a bill to direct the Secretary of each country must conduct criminal every year and are eligible for reloca- of Commerce to establish a Made In investigations and prosecute criminals tion, retention, and performance bo- America Block Grant Program, and for when there is credible evidence of nuses as well. other purposes. cybercrime incidents against the U.S. While I don’t begrudge government S. RES. 80 government, our private entities or our employees their compensation, these At the request of Mr. KIRK, the people. automatic increases come with signifi- names of the Senator from Montana With so many U.S. companies doing cant costs and far outpace those typi- (Mr. BAUCUS) and the Senator from business overseas, we must do our part cally offered in the private sector. By Colorado (Mr. BENNET) were added as to safeguard their employees, their simply extending the current pay cosponsors of S. Res. 80, a resolution jobs, and their clients from cyber at- freeze for another 3 years, we will save condemning the Government of Iran tacks. Our objective is simple: We need the Federal Government roughly $140 for its state-sponsored persecution of international cooperation to increase billion over 10 years. its Baha’i minority and its continued assistance and prevention efforts of In addition, our bill would require violation of the International Cov- cybercrime from those countries the President, in consultation with the enants on Human Rights. deemed to be of cyber concern. Without Office of Management and Budget and S. RES. 132 international cooperation, our econ- the Office of Personnel Management, At the request of Mr. NELSON of Ne- omy, security, and people will continue to reduce the size of the Federal work- braska, the name of the Senator from to be under threat. force by 15 percent—roughly 300,000 em- Montana (Mr. TESTER) was added as a Cybercrime is a tangible threat to ployees—over the next 10 years. This cosponsor of S. Res. 132, a resolution the security of our global economy, could easily be accomplished through recognizing and honoring the zoos and which is why we need to coordinate our attrition and would save taxpayers aquariums of the United States. fight worldwide. Until countries begin over $225 billion over that time. f to take the necessary steps to fight The bill would require a similar re- criminals within their borders, duction in the Federal contract work- STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED cybercrime havens will continue to force as well. We have nothing against BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS flourish. Countries that knowingly per- Federal agencies contracting services By Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for her- mit cybercriminals to attack within out to private venders. However, the self and Mr. HATCH): their borders will now know that the significant increase in this practice

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Our bill would workforce, the Federal Government is government excess and I am proud to change that by requiring any State even larger than it appears. join with him in this fight. that accepts anti-terrorism funding Our bill would require that the Presi- I urge all my colleagues to support from DHS to add a new question to dent work with OMB and OPM to count the Federal Workforce Reduction and their existing incorporation forms ask- the number of employees working on Reform Act of 2011. ing applicants who want to set up a Federal contracts and reduce that new U.S. corporation or limited liabil- number by 15 percent over the next 10 By Mr. LEVIN (for himself and ity company to answer a simple but years. This would provide an even Mr. GRASSLEY): important question: who are the actual greater reduction in the size of the S. 1483. A bill to ensure that persons owners? Federal Government and save tax- who form corporations in the United That is it. One new question on an payers another $230 billion over the States disclose the beneficial owners of existing form. It is not a complicated next decade. those corporations, in order to prevent question, yet the answer could play a Finally, this bill would reduce the wrongdoers from exploiting United key role in helping law enforcement do travel budgets of Federal agencies by States corporations in ways that their job. Our bill would not require 75 percent over time. All told, the Fed- threaten homeland security, to assist States to verify the information, but eral Government spends over $15 billion law enforcement in detecting, pre- penalties would apply to persons who a year on travel expenses. Most busi- venting, and punishing terrorism, submit false information. States, or li- nesses respond to difficult financial money laundering, and other mis- censed formation agents if a State has times by reducing or eliminating un- conduct involving United States cor- delegated the task to them, would sup- necessary expenses. Most private sec- porations, and for other purposes; to ply the ownership information to law tor leaders would tell you that travel the Committee on Homeland Security enforcement upon receipt of a subpoena expenses are one of the first things on and Governmental Affairs. or summons. Mr. LEVIN. Today, I along with my the chopping block. Furthermore, im- We have all seen the news reports colleague, Senator GRASSLEY, am re-in- provements in teleconferencing tech- about U.S. corporations involved in nology and web-based communication troducing the Incorporation Trans- parency and Law Enforcement Assist- wrongdoing, from facilitating ter- have made much of the government- rorism to money laundering, financial sponsored travel that was required in ance Act, a bill designed to combat terrorism, money laundering, tax evasion, fraud, tax evasion, corruption, and the past unnecessary. more. Let me give you a few examples. Our bill would cut Federal travel ex- and other wrongdoing facilitated by We now know that some terrorists penses in half for the first 2 years, and U.S. corporations with hidden owners. use U.S. shell corporations to carry out then by three quarters thereafter. This This commonsense bill would end the their activities. Viktor Bout, an arms will save American taxpayers some- practice of our States forming over dealer who has been indicted and incar- thing in the neighborhood of $40 billion about 2 million new corporations each cerated in the United States for con- over 10 years. year for unidentified persons, and in- Mr. President, our Nation is cur- stead require the States to ask for the spiracy to kill U.S. nationals, used rently in the midst of a fundamental identities of the persons establishing shell corporations around the world in debate over the constitutional limits those corporations. With those names his work, including a dozen formed in on the Federal Government. The Presi- on record, U.S. law enforcement faced Texas, Delaware, and Florida. Mr. Bout dent and his allies see no bounds for a with corporate misconduct would then was recently extradited from Thailand living Constitution, while conserv- have a trail to chase instead of what to answer for his conduct at which atives like myself believe that Federal today is too often a dead end. time Attorney General Eric Holder power has far exceeded the Founders’ Our bill is supported by key law en- stated: ‘‘Long considered one of the limits and is a genuine threat to per- forcement organizations, including the world’s most prolific arms traffickers, sonal liberty. Federal Law Enforcement Officers As- Mr. Bout will now appear in federal While this debate will likely not be sociation, the Fraternal Order of Po- court in Manhattan to answer to resolved anytime soon, most of us can lice, the National Association of As- charges of conspiring to sell millions of agree that we need to take immediate sistant United States Attorneys, the dollars worth of weapons to a terrorist steps to address our Nation’s looming National Narcotic Officers’ Associa- organization for use in trying to kill fiscal crisis. The deal that was ap- tions Coalition, the United States Mar- Americans.’’ It is unacceptable that proved today was a step in the right di- shals Service Association, the Society Mr. Bout was able to set up shell cor- rection, but it was only one step. We of Former Special Agents of the Fed- porations in three of our States and must do more, and we can do more, to eral Bureau of Investigation, and the use them in illicit activities without right our fiscal ship. Some may see Association of Former ATF Agents. It ever being asked who owned those cor- things differently, but I don’t see any is also endorsed by a number of small porations. way that we can restore the integrity business and public interest groups, in- In another case, a New York com- of the Nation’s fiscal position without cluding the Main Street Alliance, Sus- pany called the Assa Corporation significantly reducing the size and cost tainable Business Network of Wash- owned a Manhattan skyscraper and, in of the Federal Government. The bill we ington, Global Financial Integrity, 2007, wire transferred about $4.5 million are introducing today would be an im- Global Witness, Public Interest Re- in rental payments to a bank in Iran. portant and measurable step toward search Group, Project on Government U.S. law enforcement tracking the that goal. Oversight, Jubilee USA, Citizens for funds had no idea who was behind that According to the numbers and meth- Tax Justice, Tax Justice Network shell corporation, until another gov- odology used by the National Commis- USA, and the FACT Coalition. ernment disclosed that it was owned by sion on Fiscal Responsibility and Re- This is the third time this bill has the Alavi Foundation which was known form, these changes combined will save been introduced. In the 110th Congress, to have ties to the Iranian military. In American taxpayers more than $600 bil- when the bill was introduced for the other words, a New York corporation lion over 10 years. These are significant first time and he was a member of the was being used to ship millions of U.S. numbers. They represent more than U.S. Senate, President Obama served dollars to Iran, a notorious supporter half of the deficit reduction required in as an original cosponsor. It’s an issue of terrorism. the first part of the deal agreed to that has become more urgent with U.S. corporations with hidden owners today, and they could easily be realized time. have also been involved in financial if we enact this small handful of rel- Right now, it takes more information crimes. In 2011, a former Russian mili- atively simple reforms. to get a drivers license or open a U.S. tary officer, Victor Kaganov, pled I want to thank Senator COBURN— bank account than to form a U.S. cor- guilty to operating an illegal money who continues to be a leader in the poration. Under current law, U.S. cor- transmitter business from his home in

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ICE ‘‘[w]ork with Congress to enact legisla- ton of the District of Oregon used stark learned that those corporations were tion to require disclosure of beneficial language when describing the case: associated with multiple investigations ownership information of legal entities ‘‘When shell corporations are illegally into tax fraud and other wrongdoing, at the time of company formation in manipulated in the shadows to hide the but no one had been able to find the order to enhance transparency for law flow of tens of millions of dollars over- corporate owners. The trail went cold, enforcement and other purposes.’’ seas, it threatens the integrity of our and ICE closed the case. Yet it may be We need legislation not only to stop financial system.’’ that many of those U.S. corporations the abuses being committed by U.S. Another recent case involves Florida are still operative. attorney Scott Rothstein who, in 2010, These examples of U.S. corporations corporations with hidden owners, but pled guilty to fraud and money laun- with hidden owners involved in or fa- also to meet our international commit- dering in connection with a $1.2 billion cilitating terrorism, financial crime, ments. In 2006, the leading inter- Ponzi investment scheme, in which he tax evasion, corruption, or other mis- national anti-money laundering body used 85 U.S. limited liability compa- conduct provide ample evidence of the in the world, the Financial Action nies to conceal his participation or need for legislation to address the Task Force on Money Laundering, ownership stake in various real estate problem. known as FATF, issued a report criti- and business ventures. The Federal Law Enforcement Offi- cizing the United States for its failure Tax evasion is another type of mis- cers Association or FLEOA, which rep- to comply with a FATF standard re- conduct which all too often involves resents more than 26,000 federal law en- quiring countries to obtain beneficial the use of U.S. corporations with hid- forcement officers and is a strong sup- ownership information for the corpora- den owners. In 2006, for example, the porter of the bill, has stated that ‘‘the tions formed under their laws. This Subcommittee showed how Kurt unfortunate lax attitude demonstrated standard is one of 40 FATF standards Greaves, a Michigan businessman, by certain states has enabled large that this country has publicly com- worked with Terry Neal, an offshore criminal enterprises to exploit those mitted itself to implementing as part promoter, to form shell corporations in State’s flawed filing systems.’’ FLEOA of its efforts to promote strong anti- Nevada, Canada, and offshore secrecy has stated further: ‘‘[W]hile all Ameri- money laundering laws around the jurisdictions, to hide more than cans are inspired by the spirit of free world. $400,000 in untaxed business income. In enterprise, our membership does not FATF gave the United States two 2004, both Mr. Greaves and Mr. Neal want to see the United States adopt years, until 2008, to make progress to- pled guilty to Federal tax evasion. Also the financial hideaway image of Swit- ward coming into compliance with the in 2006, the Subcommittee showed how zerland. We regard corporate ownership FATF standard on beneficial ownership two brothers from Texas, Sam and in the same manner as we do vehicle information. That deadline passed Charles Wyly, created a network of 58 ownership. Requiring the driver of a three years ago, and we have yet to trusts and shell corporations to dodge vehicle to have a registration and in- make any real progress. Enacting the the payment of U.S. taxes, including surance card is not a violation of their bill we are introducing today would using a set of Nevada corporations to privacy. This information does not bring the United States into compli- move offshore over $190 million in need to be published in a Yellow Pages, ance with the FATF standard by re- stock options without paying any taxes but it should be available to law en- quiring the States to obtain beneficial on that compensation. forcement officers who make legally ownership information for the corpora- Still another area of abuse involves authorized requests pursuant to official tions formed under their laws. It would the misuse of U.S. corporations in han- investigations.’’ ensure that the United States meets its dling corruption proceeds. One example The National Association of Assist- international commitment to comply involves Teodoro Obiang, who is the ant United States Attorneys which rep- with FATF anti-money laundering son of the President of Equatorial resents more than 1,500 federal prosecu- standards. Guinea, holds office in that country, tors, urges Congress to take legislative and is currently under investigation by action to remedy inadequate state in- The bill being introduced today is the the U.S. Justice Department, along corporation practices. NAAUSA has product of years of work by the Senate with his father, for corruption and written: ‘‘[M]indful of the ease with Permanent Subcommittee on Inves- other misconduct. Between 2004 and which criminals establish ‘front orga- tigations, which I chair. Over ten years 2008, Mr. Obiang used U.S. lawyers to nizations’ to assist in money laun- ago, in 2000, the Government Account- form multiple California shell corpora- dering, terrorist financing, tax evasion ability Office, at my request, con- tions with names like Beautiful Vision, and other misconduct, it is shocking ducted an investigation and released a Unlimited Horizon, and Sweet Pink; and unacceptable that many State laws report entitled, ‘‘Suspicious Banking open bank accounts in the names of permit the creation of corporations Activities: Possible Money Laundering those corporations; and move millions without asking for the identity of the by U.S. Corporations Formed for Rus- of dollars in suspect funds through corporation’s beneficial owners. Your sian Entities.’’ That report revealed those and other U.S. banks. legislation will guard against that that one person was able to set up One last example involves 800 U.S. from happening, and no longer permit more than 2,000 Delaware shell corpora- corporations whose hidden owners have criminals to exploit the lack of trans- tions and, without disclosing the iden- stumped U.S. law enforcement which, parency in the registration of corpora- tity of the beneficial owners, open U.S. as a result, has given up investigating tions.’’ bank accounts for those corporations, their suspect conduct. In October 2004, Just last week, the Administration which then collectively moved about the Homeland Security Department’s released a new Strategy to Combat $1.4 billion through the accounts. It is division of Immigration and Customs Transnational Organized Crime that fo- one of the earliest government reports Enforcement or ICE identified a single cused, in part, on the problem of cor- to give some sense of the law enforce- Utah corporation that had engaged in porations with hidden owners. It stated ment problems caused by U.S. corpora- $150 million in suspicious transactions. that transnational organized criminal tions with hidden owners. The alarm it ICE found that the corporation had networks ‘‘rely on industry experts, sounded years ago is still ringing. been formed in Utah and was owned by both witting and unwitting, to facili- In April 2006, in response to a second two Panama entities which, in turn, tate corrupt transactions and to create Subcommittee request, GAO released a were owned by a group of Panama hold- the necessary infrastructure to pursue report entitled, ‘‘Corporation Forma- ing corporations, all located in the their illicit schemes, such as creating tions: Minimal Ownership Information same Panama City office. By 2005, ICE shell corporations, opening offshore Is Collected and Available,’’ which re- had located 800 additional U.S. corpora- bank accounts in the shell corpora- viewed the corporate formation laws in tions in nearly all 50 states associated tion’s name, and creating front busi- all 50 States. GAO disclosed that the

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The report or impedes the efforts by investigators During the 2009 hearings, I presented also found that several States have es- to follow criminal proceeds.’’ evidence of how one Wyoming outfit tablished automated procedures that In 2009, the Senate Homeland Secu- was selling so-called shelf corpora- allow a person to form a new corpora- rity and Governmental Affairs Com- tions—corporations formed and then tion or LLC in the State within 24 mittee held two hearings which exam- left ‘‘on the shelf’’ for later sale to pur- hours of filing an online application ined not only the problem, but also chasers who could then pretend the without any prior review of that appli- possible solutions, including our by corporations had been in operation for cation by State personnel. In exchange then revised bill, S. 569. At the first years. More recently, a June 2011 Reu- for a substantial fee, at least two hearing entitled, ‘‘Examining State ters news article wrote a detailed ex- States will form a corporation or LLC Business Incorporation Practices: A pose of how that same outfit, called within one hour of a request. After ex- Discussion of the Incorporation Trans- Wyoming Corporate Services, has amining these State incorporation parency and Law Enforcement Assist- formed thousands of U.S. corporations practices, the GAO report described the ance Act,’’ held in June 2009, DHS tes- all across the country, all with hidden problems that the lack of beneficial tified that ‘‘shell corporations estab- owners. The article quoted the website ownership information has caused for a lished in the United States have been as follows: ‘‘A corporation is a legal range of law enforcement investiga- utilized to commit crimes against indi- person created by state statute that tions. viduals around the world.’’ The Man- can be used as a fall guy, a servant, a In November 2006, our Subcommittee hattan District Attorney’s office testi- good friend or a decoy. A person you held a hearing on the problem. At that fied: ‘‘For those of us in law enforce- control . . . yet cannot be held ac- hearing, representatives of the U.S. De- ment, these issues with shell corpora- countable for its actions. Imagine the partment of Justice, the Internal Rev- tions are not some abstract idea. This possibilities!’’ enue Service, and the Department of is what we do and deal with every day. The article described a small house Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforce- We see these shell corporations being in Cheyenne, Wyoming, which Wyo- ment Network or FinCEN testified that used by criminal organizations, and the ming Corporate Services used to pro- the failure of States to collect ade- record is replete with examples of their vide a U.S. address for more than 2,000 quate information on the beneficial use for money laundering, for their use corporations that it had helped to owners of the legal entities they form in tax evasion, and for their use in se- form. The article described ‘‘the walls had impeded federal efforts to inves- curities fraud.’’ of the main room’’ as ‘‘covered floor to tigate and prosecute criminal acts such At the second hearing, ‘‘Business ceiling with numbered mailboxes la- as terrorism, money laundering, securi- Formation and Financial Crime: Find- beled as corporate suites.’’ The article ties fraud, and tax evasion. At the ing a Legislative Solution,’’ held in No- reported that among the corporations hearing, the Justice Department testi- vember 2009, the Justice Department using the address was a shell corpora- fied: ‘‘We had allegations of corrupt again testified about criminals using tion controlled by a former Ukranian foreign officials using these [U.S.] shell U.S. shell corporations. It also noted prime minister, Pavlo Lazarenko, who accounts to launder money, but were that ‘‘each of these examples involves had been convicted of money laun- unable—due to lack of identifying in- the relatively rare instance in which dering and extortion; a corporation information in the corporate records—to law enforcement was able to identify dicted for helping online-poker opera- fully investigate this area.’’ The IRS the perpetrator misusing U.S. shell tors evade a U.S. ban on Internet gam- testified: ‘‘Within our own borders, the corporations. Far too often, we are un- bling; and two corporations barred laws of some states regarding the for- able to do so.’’ The Treasury Depart- from U.S. federal contracting for sell- mation of legal entities have signifi- ment testified that ‘‘the ability of il- ing counterfeit truck parts to the Pen- cant transparency gaps which may licit actors to form corporations in the tagon. The article observed that Wyo- even rival the secrecy afforded in the United States without disclosing their ming Corporate Services continued to most attractive tax havens.’’ As part of true identity presents a serious vulner- sell shelf corporations that existed its testimony, FinCEN described iden- ability and there is ample evidence solely on paper but could show a his- tifying 768 incidents of suspicious that criminal organizations and others tory of regulatory and tax filings, de- international wire transfer activity in- who threaten our national security ex- spite having had no real U.S. oper- volving U.S. shell corporations. ploit this vulnerability.’’ ations. That’s what is going on right The next year, in 2007, in a ‘‘Dirty The 2009 hearings also presented evi- now, here in our own backyard, with Dozen’’ list of tax scams active that dence of dozens of Internet websites ad- respect to U.S. corporations. year, the IRS highlighted shell cor- vertising corporate formation services Despite the evidence of U.S. corpora- porations with hidden owners as num- that highlighted the ability of corporations being misused by organized ber four on the list. It wrote: tions to be formed in the United States crime, terrorists, tax evaders, and 4. Disguised Corporate Ownership: Domes- without asking for the identity of the other wrongdoers, and despite years of tic shell corporations and other entities are beneficial owners. These websites ex- law enforcement complaints, many of being formed and operated in certain states plicitly pointed to anonymous owner- our States are reluctant to admit there for the purpose of disguising the ownership ship as a reason to incorporate within is a problem in establishing U.S. cor- of the business or financial activity. Once the United States, and often listed cer- porations and LLCs with hidden own- formed, these anonymous entities can be, tain States alongside notorious offers. Too many of our States are eager and are being, used to facilitate under- reporting of income, non-filing of tax re- shore jurisdictions as preferred loca- to explain how quick and easy it is to turns, listed transactions, money laundering, tions in which to form new corpora- set up corporations within their bor- financial crimes and possibly terrorist fi- tions, essentially providing an open in- ders, without acknowledging that nancing. The IRS is working with state au- vitation for wrongdoers to form enti- those same quick and easy procedures thorities to identify these entities and to ties within the United States. enable wrongdoers to utilize U.S. cor- bring their owners into compliance. One website, for example, set up by porations in a variety of crimes and It was also in 2007, that we first in- an international incorporation firm, tax dodges both here and abroad. troduced our bipartisan legislation, advocated setting up corporations in Beginning in 2006, the Subcommittee which was S. 2956 back then, to stop Delaware by saying: ‘‘DELAWARE—An worked with the States to encourage the formation of U.S. corporations Offshore Tax Haven for Non US Resi- them to recognize the homeland secu- with hidden owners. It was a Levin- dents.’’ It cited as one of Delaware’s rity problem they’d created and to Coleman-Obama bill. When asked advantages that: ‘‘Owners’ names are come up with their own solution. After about the bill in 2008, then DHS Sec- not disclosed to the state.’’ Another the Subcommittee’s 2006 hearing on retary Michael Chertoff wrote: ‘‘In website, from a U.K. firm called this issue, for example, the National countless investigations, where the ‘‘formacorporation-offshore.com,’’ list- Association of Secretaries of State or

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My Sub- proposal where they are suggesting of States forming millions of legal en- committee staff participated in mul- that instead two nominees are pro- tities each year without knowing who tiple conferences, telephone calls, and vided—two nominees between law en- is behind them, and bring the United meetings; suggested key principles; and forcement and the criminal in con- States into compliance with its inter- provided comments to the Task Force. trol.’’ national commitments. In July 2007, the NASS task force Despite these criticisms, NCCUSL fi- The bill’s provisions would require issued a proposal. Rather than cure the nalized its model law in July 2009, the States to obtain from incorpora- problem, however, the proposal had issuing it under the title, ‘‘Uniform tion applicants a list of the beneficial many deficiencies, leading the Treas- Law Enforcement Access to Entity In- owners of each corporation or LLC ury Department to state in a letter formation Act.’’ At the November 2009 formed under their laws, to maintain that the NASS proposal ‘‘falls short’’ hearing, law enforcement again criti- this information for a period of years and ‘‘does not fully address the prob- cized the NCCUSL model law. At the after a corporation is terminated, and lem of legal entities masking the iden- hearing, Senator Levin asked: ‘‘Now to provide the information to law entity of criminals.’’ the NCCUSL, in their proposal just re- forcement upon receipt of a subpoena Among other shortcomings, the quires a records contact and that or summons. The bill would also re- NASS proposal would not require records contact could simply be an quire corporations and LLCs to update States to obtain the names of the nat- owner of record, which could be a shell their beneficial ownership information ural individuals who would be the bene- corporation, putting us right back into on a regular basis. The ownership in- ficial owners of a U.S. corporation or a circle which leads absolutely nowhere formation would be kept by the State LLC. Instead, it would allow States to in terms of finding the beneficial own- or, if a State maintains a formation obtain a list of a corporation’s ‘‘owners ers. Would you agree that the approach agent licensing system and delegates of record’’ who can be, and often are, of NCCUSL in this regard is not accept- this task, by a State’s licensed forma- offshore corporations or trusts. The able, Ms. Shasky?’’ The Justice Depart- tion agents. The particular information that NASS proposal also did not require the ment representative, Jennifer Shasky, responded: ‘‘Yes, Senator. To allow would have to be provided for each ben- States themselves to maintain the ben- companies to provide anything less eficial owner is the owner’s name, ad- eficial ownership information, or to than the beneficial owner information dress, and unique identifying number supply it to law enforcement upon re- merely provides criminals with an op- from a State drivers license or U.S. ceipt of a subpoena or summons. In- portunity to evade responsibility and passport. The bill would not require stead, law enforcement would have to put nominees between themselves and States or their licensed formation get the information from the suspect the true perpetrator.’’ With regard to agents to verify this information, but corporation or one of its agents, there- NCCUSL’s proposal, the Treasury rep- penalties would apply to persons who by tipping off the corporation to the resentative, David Cohen, testified: submitted false information. investigation. The proposal also failed ‘‘[T]here is not an obligation for that In the case of U.S. corporations to require the beneficial ownership in- live person to not be a nominee. And formed by individuals who do not pos- formation to be updated over time. what I think is important in the legis- sess a drivers license or passport from These and other flaws in the proposal lation is that we get at the true bene- the United States, the bill would re- were identified by the Treasury De- ficial owner and not someone who may quire the incorporation application to partment, the Department of Justice, be a nominee.’’ include a written certification from a and others, but NASS decided to con- In addition to its flaws, the NCCUSL formation agent residing within the tinue on the same course. model law has proven unpopular with State attesting to the fact that the NASS enlisted the help of the Na- the States for whom it was written. agent had obtained and verified the tional Conference of Commissioners on Despite the effort and fanfare attached identity of the non-U.S. beneficial own- Uniform State Laws or NCCUSL, which to this uniform law, after two years of ers of the corporation, by obtaining produced a proposed model law for sitting on the books, not a single State their names, addresses, and identifying States that wanted to adopt the NASS has adopted it or given any indication information from a non-expired non- approach. NCCUSL presented its proof doing so. U.S. passport. The formation agent posal at the Homeland Security and It is deeply disappointing that the would be required to retain this infor- Governmental Affairs Committee’s States, despite the passage of five mation in the State for a specified pe- June 2009 hearing, where it was sub- years since FATF first called upon the riod of time and produce it upon rejected to significant criticism. The United States to meet its commitment ceipt of a subpoena or summons from Manhattan District Attorney’s office, to collect beneficial ownership infor- law enforcement. for example, testified: ‘‘I say without mation, have been unable to devise an To ensure that its provisions are hesitation or reservation—that from a effective proposal. Part of the dif- tightly targeted, the bill would exempt law enforcement perspective, the bill ficulty is that the States have a wide a wide range of corporations from the proposed by NCCUSL would be worse range of practices, differ on the extent disclosure obligation. It would exempt, than no bill at all. And there are two to which they rely on incorporation for example, virtually all highly regu- very basic reasons for this. It elimi- fees as a major source of revenue, and lated corporations, because we already nates the ability of law enforcement to differ on the extent to which they at- know who owns them. That includes all get corporate information without tract non-U.S. persons as publicly-traded corporations, banks, alerting the target of the investigation incorporators. In addition, the States broker-dealers, commodity brokers, that the investigation is ongoing. That are competing against each other to at- registered investment funds, registered is the primary reason. It also sets up a tract persons who want to set up U.S. accounting firms, insurers, utilities, system that is time-consuming and corporations, and that competition cre- and charities that file returns with the complicated.’’ ates pressure for each individual State IRS. The bill would also exempt cor- The Department of Justice testified: to favor procedures that allow quick porations with a substantial U.S. pres- ‘‘Senator, I would submit to you that and easy incorporations, with no ques- ence, including at least 20 employees in a criminal organization everyone tions asked. It’s a classic case of com- physically located in the United knows who is in control and this will petition causing a race to the bottom, States, since those individuals could not be an issue of determining who is making it difficult for any one State to provide law enforcement with the leads in control. What we are concerned do the right thing and request the iden- needed to trace a corporation’s true about here from the law enforcement tity of the persons behind the incorpo- owners. In addition, the bill would ex- perspective are the criminals and the ration efforts. empt corporations whose beneficial

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It’s important that when U.S. corporations, to level the playing tion is focused on only those whose the Federal Government contracts to field among the States, and to bring owners’ identities are currently hidden. do business with someone, it knows the United States into compliance with The bill does not take a position on who it is dealing with. its international anti-money laun- the issue of whether the States should Finally, the bill would require the dering obligations. make the beneficial ownership infor- Treasury Department to issue a rule There is also an issue of consistency. mation available to the public. Instead, requiring U.S. formation agents to es- For years, I have been fighting offshore the bill leaves it entirely up to the tablish anti-money laundering pro- corporate secrecy laws and practices States to decide whether, under what grams to ensure they are not forming that enable wrongdoers to secretly con- circumstances, and to what extent to U.S. corporations or LLCs for wrong- trol offshore corporations involved in make beneficial ownership information doers. The bill requires the programs money laundering, tax evasion, and available to the public. The bill explic- to be risk based so that formation other misconduct. I have pointed out itly permits the States to place restric- agents can target their preventative ef- on more than one occasion that cor- tions on providing beneficial ownership forts toward persons who pose a high porations were not created to hide information to persons other than gov- risk of being involved with money ownership, but to protect owners from laundering. GAO would also be asked ernment officials. The bill focuses in- personal liability for corporate acts. to conduct a study of existing State stead on ensuring that law enforce- Unfortunately, today, the corporate formation procedures for partnerships, ment with a subpoena or summons is form has too often been corrupted into given ready access to the beneficial trusts, and charitable organizations. We have worked with the Depart- serving those who wish to conceal their ownership information. identities. It is past time to stop this Relative to the costs of compliance, ments of Homeland Security, Treasury, and Justice to craft a bill that would misuse of the corporate form. But if we the bill provides States with access to address, in a fair and reasonable way, want to stop inappropriate corporate two separate funding sources, neither the homeland security problems cre- secrecy offshore, we need to stop it of which involves appropriated funds. ated by States allowing the formation here at home as well. For the first three years after the bill’s of millions of U.S. corporations and For these reasons, I urge my col- enactment, the bill directs both the LLCs with hidden owners. What the leagues to join us in supporting this Treasury and Justice Departments to bill comes down to is a simple require- legislation and putting an end to incor- make funds available from their indi- ment that States change their incorpo- poration practices that promote cor- vidual forfeiture programs to States ration applications to add a single porate secrecy and render the United seeking to comply with the require- question requesting identifying infor- States and other countries vulnerable ments of the Act. These forfeiture mation for the true owners of the cor- to abuse by U.S. corporations with hid- funds are not appropriated taxpayer porations they form. That is not too den owners. dollars; instead they are the proceeds much to ask to protect this country Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- of forfeiture actions taken against per- and the international community from sent that a bill summary be printed in sons involved in money laundering, wrongdoers seeking to misuse U.S. cor- the RECORD. drug trafficking, or other wrongdoing. There being no objection, the mate- porations. The two forfeiture funds typically con- For those who say that, if the United rial was ordered to be printed in the tain between $300 and $500 million at a States tightens its incorporation rules, RECORD, as follows: time. The bill would direct a total of new corporations will be formed else- SUMMARY OF INCORPORATION TRANSPARENCY $30 million over three years to be pro- where, it is appropriate to ask exactly AND LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE ACT vided to the States from the two funds where they will go. Every country in August 2, 2011 to carry out the Act. These provisions the European Union is already required To protect the United States from U.S. would ensure that States have ade- to have their formation agents collect corporations being misused to support terrorism, money laundering, tax evasion, or quate funds for the modest compliance beneficial information for the corpora- costs involved with adding a new ques- other misconduct, the Levin-Grassley Incor- tions formed by those agents. Most off- poration Transparency and Law Enforce- tion to their incorporation forms re- shore jurisdictions also already require ment Assistance Act would: questing the names of the covered cor- request this information to be col- Beneficial Ownership Information. Require porations’ beneficial owners. lected, including the Bahamas, Cayman the States directly or through licensed for- It is common for bills establishing Islands, and the Channel Islands. Coun- mation agents to obtain the names of bene- minimum Federal standards to seek to tries around the world already request ficial owners of corporations or limited li- ensure State action by making some beneficial ownership information, in ability companies (LLCs) formed under a State’s laws, ensure this information is up- Federal funding dependent upon a part because of their commitment to State’s meeting the specified stand- dated, and provide the information to law FATF’s international anti-money laun- enforcement upon receipt of a subpoena or ards. Our bill, however, states explic- dering standards. Our 50 States should summons. itly that nothing in its provisions au- be asking for the same ownership infor- Identifying Information. Require corpora- thorizes DHS to withhold funds from a mation, but there is no indication that tions to provide beneficial owners’ names, State for failing to modify its incorpo- they will any time in the near future, addresses, and a U.S. drivers license or pass- ration practices to meet the beneficial unless required to do so. port number; or if the owners do not have ei- ownership information requirements in I wish Federal legislation weren’t ther a U.S. drivers license nor passport, in- the Act. Instead, the bill calls for a formation from their non-U.S. passports. necessary. I wish the States could solve Federal Contractors. Require corporations GAO report in 2015 to identify which this homeland security problem on bidding on federal contracts to provide the States, if any, have failed to strength- their own, but ongoing competitive same beneficial ownership information to en their incorporation practices as re- pressures make it unlikely that the the federal government. quired by the Act. After getting this States will do the right thing. It is Shelf Corporations. Require formation status report, a future Congress can de- been more than five years since our agents selling ‘‘shelf corporations’’—compa- cide what steps to take, including 2006 hearing on this issue and more nies formed for later sale to a third party— whether to reduce any funding going to than two years since the States came to identify the beneficial owners of those corporations. noncompliant States. up with a model law on the subject, Penalties for False Information. Establish The bill also contains a provision with no progress to speak of, despite penalties for persons who knowingly provide that would require corporations bid- repeated pleas from law enforcement. false information, or willfully fail to provide ding on Federal contracts to provide Federal legislation is necessary to re- required information, on beneficial owner- the same beneficial ownership informa- duce the vulnerability of the United ship.

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Exempt from the disclosure This means that a drug smuggler pilot- that could also be used by U.S. Customs and obligation regulated corporations, including ing a small airplane is subject to much Border Protection to detect and track the il- publicly traded companies, banks, broker- stronger criminal penalties than a licit use of ultralight aircraft near the inter- dealers, insurers, registered investment smuggler who pilots a ULA. national border between the United States funds, and charities; corporations with a sub- and Mexico. stantial U.S. presence; and corporations Our bill will close this unintended whose beneficial ownership information loophole and establish the same pen- [From the Los Angeles Times, May 19, 2011] would not benefit the public interest or as- alties if convicted—a maximum sen- ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT NOW FERRYING DRUGS sist law enforcement. tence of 20 years in prison and a $25,000 ACROSS U.S.-MEXICO BORDER Funding. Provide $30 million over three fine—for smuggling drugs on ULAs as MEXICAN ORGANIZED CRIME GROUPS ARE USING years to States from existing Treasury and currently exist for smuggling on air- ULTRALIGHT AIRCRAFT TO DROP MARIJUANA Justice Department forfeiture funds to pay planes or in automobiles. This is a BUNDLES IN AGRICULTURAL FIELDS AND for the costs of complying with the Act. DESERT SCRUB ACROSS THE U.S. BORDER. THE State Compliance Report. Specify that common sense solution that will give INCURSIONS ARE HARD TO DETECT AND ARE ON nothing in the Act authorizes funds to be our law enforcement agencies and pros- THE UPSWING. withheld from any State for failure to com- ecutors additional tools they need to ply with the Act, but also require a GAO re- combat drug smuggling. (By Richard Marosi) port by 2015 identifying which States are not The bill would also add an attempt They fly low and slow over the border, in compliance so a future Congress can de- and conspiracy provision to the avia- their wings painted black and motors hum- termine what steps to take. tion smuggling law to allow prosecu- ming faintly under moonlit skies. The pilots, some armed in the open cockpits, steer the Transition Period. Give the State’ s three tors to charge people other than the years, until October 2014, to require bene- horizontal control bar with one hand and ficial ownership information for corpora- pilot who are involved in aviation pull a latch with the other, releasing 250- tions and LLCs formed under their laws. smuggling. This would give them a new pound payloads that land with a thud, leav- Anti-Money Laundering Safeguards. Re- tool to prosecute the ground crews who ing only craters as evidence of another suc- quire paid formation agents to establish aid the pilots as well as those who pick cessful smuggling run. anti-money laundering programs to guard up the drug loads that are dropped Mexican organized crime groups, increas- against supplying U.S. corporations or LLCs from ULAs in the U.S. Finally, the bill ingly stymied by stepped-up enforcement on land, have dug tunnels and captained boats that facilitate misconduct. Attorneys using directs the Department of Defense and paid formation agents would be exempt from to get drugs across the U.S.-Mexico border. this requirement. Department of Homeland Security to Now they are taking to the skies, using GAO Study. Require GAO to complete a collaborate in identifying equipment ultralight aircraft that resemble motorized study of State beneficial ownership informa- and technology used by DOD that could hang gliders to drop marijuana bundles in tion requirements for partnerships, char- be used by U.S. Customs and Border agricultural fields and desert scrub across ities, and trusts. Protection to detect ULAs. the Southwest border. In addition to Senator HELLER, I am What began with a few flights in Arizona in 2008 is now common from Texas to Califor- By Mr. UDALL of New Mexico pleased to be joined by Senators BINGA- (for himself, Mr. HELLER, Mr. nia’s Imperial Valley and, mostly recently, MAN and FEINSTEIN in introducing this San Diego, where at least two ultralights BINGAMAN, and Mrs. FEINSTEIN): legislation. I urge my colleagues to S. 1485. A bill to amend the Tariff Act suspected of carrying drugs have been de- support the Ultralight Aircraft Smug- tected flying over Interstate 8, according to of 1930 to include ultralight vehicles gling Prevention Act. U.S. border authorities. under the definition of aircraft for pur- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- The number of incursions by ultralights poses of the aviation smuggling provi- sent that the text of the bill and an ar- reached 228 in the last federal fiscal year sions under that Act, and for other pur- ticle be printed in the RECORD. ending Sept. 30, almost double from the pre- poses; to the Committee on Finance. There being no objection, the mate- vious year. Seventy-one have been detected in this fiscal year through April, according Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. rial was ordered to be printed in the President, today I rise to introduce the to border authorities. RECORD, as follows: Flying at night with lights out, and zip- Ultralight Aircraft Smuggling Preven- S. 1485 ping back across the border in minutes, tion Act, legislation that will crack ultralight aircraft sightings are rare, but down on smugglers who use ultralight Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- resentatives of the United States of America in often dramatic. At least two have been aircraft, also known as ULAs, to bring Congress assembled, chased out of Arizona skies by Black Hawk Customs and Border Protection helicopters drugs across the U.S.-Mexico border. I SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. and F–16 jet fighters. Last month, a pair of am pleased to be working on this in a This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Ultralight visiting British helicopter pilots almost bipartisan manner with Senator HELL- Aircraft Smuggling Prevention Act of 2011’’. crashed into an ultralight during training ER, who introduced a very similar bill SEC. 2. AMENDMENTS TO THE AVIATION SMUG- exercises over the Imperial Valley. last year in the House with Congress- GLING PROVISIONS OF THE TARIFF The smuggling work is fraught with dan- ACT OF 1930. woman GABRIELLE GIFFORDS. That bill ger. High winds can flip the light aircraft. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 590 of the Tariff passed overwhelmingly by a 412–3 vote. Moonlight provides illumination, but some Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1590) is amended— I hope we can have a similar bipartisan pilots wear night-vision goggles. Others fly (1) by redesignating subsection (g) as sub- over major roads to orient themselves. Drop result here in the Senate. section (h); and zones are illuminated by ground crews using ULAs are single-pilot aircraft capa- (2) by inserting after subsection (f) the fol- strobe lights or glow sticks. There is little ble of flying low, landing and taking off lowing: quickly, and are typically used for room for error. ‘‘(g) DEFINITION OF AIRCRAFT.—As used in At least one pilot has been paralyzed; an- sport or for recreation. However, be- this section, the term ‘aircraft’ includes an other died in a crash. cause of increased detection and inter- ultralight vehicle, as defined by the Admin- In Calexico, Det. Mario Salinas was walk- diction of more traditional smuggling istrator of the Federal Aviation Administra- ing to his car one morning last year when he conveyances, ULAs have increasingly tion.’’. heard something buzzing over the Police De- been employed along the Southwest (b) CRIMINAL PENALTIES.—Subsection (d) of partment on 5th Street. ‘‘I hear this weird section 590 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. noise, like a lawn mower. I look up and I see border by Mexican drug trafficking or- 1590(d)) is amended in the matter preceding ganizations to smuggle drugs into the this small plane,’’ said Salinas, who pursued paragraph (1), by inserting ‘‘, or attempts or the aircraft before it eluded him as it flew United States. conspires to commit,’’ after ‘‘commits’’. over the desert. The use of ULAs by drug smugglers (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments The ultralight activity is seen as strong presents a unique challenge for Border made by this section apply with respect to evidence that smugglers are having an in- Patrol and prosecutors. Every year violations of any provision of section 590 of creasingly difficult time getting marijuana hundreds of ULAs are flown across the the Tariff Act of 1930 on or after the 30th day over land crossings. Authorities noticed a Southwest border and each one can after the date of the enactment of this Act. surge in flights in Imperial County after carry hundreds of pounds of narcotics. SEC. 3. INTERAGENCY COLLABORATION. newly erected fencing along California’s Under existing law, ULAs are not cat- The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Re- southeast corner blocked smugglers from search and Engineering shall, in consulta- crossing desert dunes in all-terrain vehicles. egorized as aircraft by the Federal tion with the Under Secretary for Science U.S. Border Patrol agents, accustomed to Aviation Administration, so they do and Technology of the Department of Home- scouring for footprints and tracks in the not fall under the aviation smuggling land Security, identify equipment and tech- sand, have had to adapt. They are now in- provisions of the Tariff Act of 1930. nology used by the Department of Defense structed to turn off their engines and roll

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Mr. President, today I lenges, authorities point out that ultralights hospital is only 5–6 days. rise to introduce the PURPA PLUS are a decidedly inefficient way of getting LTCHs, like rehabilitation hospitals Act. drugs across the border. Traffickers who and nursing homes, often care for pa- In my home State we have numerous once moved thousands of pounds of drugs tients who are discharged from a gen- emerging small renewable energy tech- across the border now appear to be packing eral hospital. Because of that, LTCHs nologies, such as wave energy buoys, their loads by the pound, not the ton, au- are sometimes referred to as post-acute hydropower turbines in irrigation ca- thorities say. care providers. However, LTCHs are The ultralights—lightweight planes typi- nals, biomass burning cogeneration fa- cally used as recreational aircraft—are cus- fully licensed and certified as acute cilities and rooftop solar installations. tomized for smuggling purposes. All-terrain care hospitals. There are approxi- Like Oregon, many States have sought wheels are added for bumpy landings. Second mately 425 LTCHs in the nation, com- to advance new electricity tech- seats are ripped out to add fuel capacity. pared to approximately 12,000 nursing nologies by providing these kinds of Drugs are loaded onto metal baskets affixed homes and 1,400 rehabilitation hos- projects with higher power purchase to the bottom of the framing. From 150 to 250 pitals. LTCH patients are very ill, with rates for their power than utility compounds of marijuana are generally carried, many suffering from complex res- panies normally pay for electricity. depending on the weight of the pilot. Some piratory issues, including those who These incentive rates allow individuals ultralights are shrouded in black paint, with are ventilator dependent, or other com- even the plastic tarp covers for the mari- and small businesses to recover money juana blackened for stealth entries. plex medical issues. LTCHs account for they invest in solar panels or other Radar operators at Riverside County’s Air about of Medicare spending. electricity generation projects over a and Marine Operations Center, where general The bill that I am introducing today reasonable period of time. aviation air traffic across the country is implements a comprehensive set of fed- The PURPA PLUS Act simply pro- monitored, have trouble detecting the air- eral criteria that will supplement ex- vides States the clear legal authority craft. isting Medicare classification criteria to set these incentive rates for small Flying as low as 500 feet, their small for LTCHs. These criteria are designed renewable energy projects. Currently, frames are hard to distinguish from trucks. to ensure that LTCHs are treating high Many appear, then disappear from radar the Federal Energy Regulatory Com- screens. Others never appear at all, and the acuity patients who need extended hos- mission, FERC, has exclusive jurisdic- ultralight trend has prompted border au- pital stays. Analysis by the Moran tion over wholesale energy prices. thorities to develop new radar technologies Company estimates that these criteria Under the Public Utility Regulatory specifically designed to detect the aircraft. could generate approximately $374 mil- Policies Act, PURPA, FERC regulates ‘‘There are indications of larger amounts lion over 5 years and $2.7 billion over 10 the price that utility companies pay of activity,’’ said Tony Crowder, director of years. The bill is expected to result in for electricity from small, independent the Air and Marine Operations Center, which a net savings of $500 million over 10 is housed at March Air Reserve Base. power providers and that rate can be years. I plan to work with CBO to con- no higher than what it would normally The close cooperation among radar opera- firm that estimate. tors, helicopter pilots and agents on the cost a utility company to buy addi- This legislation will generate savings ground has resulted in some successes. tional power, known as ‘‘avoided cost’’. for the Medicare program; promote pa- Ultralight pilots no longer land on U.S. My bill would transfer the authority tients being cared for in the most ap- soil after authorities began responding for setting power purchase rates for propriate setting; and, protect access quickly to offloading sites. The Mexican small power projects of less than 2 Army has seized four ultralights around Baja to LTCH care for medically acute bene- megawatts from FERC to the States. California in recent weeks after being tipped ficiaries who need extended stays due This transfer is voluntary. If a State off by U.S. authorities. to their complex condition. This is not a new concept and the chose to exercise this authority to pro- By Mr. ROBERTS (for himself, American Hospital Association has mote small wind energy development, Mr. NELSON of Florida, Mr. been working on this issue for years. In or solar, or cogeneration projects, it CRAPO, Mr. WYDEN, Mr. August 2010, the AHA initiated a could. If a State chose not to use this TOOMEY, and Mr. HELLER): workgroup representing a cross section authority, FERC would continue to S. 1486. A bill to amend title XVIII of of the nation’ LTCHs and larger gen- regulate these projects as before. By the Social Security Act to clarify and eral hospital systems including capping the project size at 2 expand on criteria applicable to pa- Geisinger Medical System, Pennsyl- megawatts, the bill only extends this tient admission to and care furnished vania, and Partners HealthCare Sys- new authority for small projects that in long-term care hospitals partici- tem, Inc., Boston. The goals of the are providing very small amounts of pating in the Medicare program, and AHA workgroup were to develop policy power to the local utility company. It for other purposes; to the Committee recommendations for uniform LTCH would leave regulation of large wind on Finance. patient and facility criteria; distin- farms, hydroprojects and other large Mr. ROBERTS. Mr. President, I rise guish LTCH hospitals from general renewable energy projects that often today to introduce the Long-Term Care acute hospitals and all post-acute set- sell their power to out-of-state cus- Hospital Improvement Act of 2011, with tings; assess fiscal impact, with goal of tomers unchanged. Conversely, it the support of my colleague Mr. NEL- showing overall Medicare savings; de- shouldn’t be necessary for the Federal SON of Florida. This legislation devel- velop consensus among AHA’s LTCH Government to get involved in setting ops new federal standards and certifi- members; and achieve relief from the rates for solar panels on top of a house cation criteria for Long Term Acute LTCH ‘‘25 percent Rule.’’ or apartment building. Care Hospitals, LTCHs. We believe that we have accom- At a time when both State legisla- We are also joined by Senators plished these goals with my legislation. tures and the Federal Government are CRAPO, WYDEN, TOOMEY and HELLER, in Additionally, for a body that just voted tightening their purse strings on introducing this bill. We hope to get on a debt ceiling increase, this bill has grants, loans and tax incentives for the the support of many more of our col- the potential to achieve significant development of renewable energy leagues. savings. projects, this legislation would give This legislation has the support of I hope that my colleagues will agree State public utility commissions an- the major hospital associations, includ- with me and that this legislation is other tool to promote small renewable ing the American Hospital Association, something that they can support. I resources. In Oregon, the State legisla- AHA, the Federation of American Hos- urge my colleagues to join me in co- ture and State utility commission have pitals, FAH, and the Acute Long Term sponsoring the Long-Term Care Hos- already established a pilot program to Hospital Association, ALTHA. pital Improvement Act of 2011. spur residential rooftop solar projects.

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This bill plicated land ownership pattern and (7) THREE KIDS MINE PROJECT SITE.—The will simply provide these programs the immense cost of clean-up, the Fed- term ‘‘Three Kids Mine Project Site’’ means stronger legal footing, and allow States eral Government was never able to ini- the approximately 1,262 acres of land that to expand these sorts of programs if tiate the reclamation process. is— they wish. To turn the Three Kids Mine site into (A) comprised of— (i) the Federal land; and While I acknowledge that the power a job-creating opportunity while also (ii) the approximately 314 acres of adjacent from these small projects may be more cleaning up this public health and safe- non-Federal land; and expensive than a large central genera- ty hazard, my legislation directs the (B) depicted as the ‘‘Three Kids Mine tion station powered by coal or gas, I BLM to convey the Federal portions of Project Site’’ on the map. believe that States should be able to the site to the Henderson Redevelop- SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE. consider the associated benefits of ment Agency for the fair market value (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding sections small renewable power and set higher after taking into consideration the 202 and 203 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712, 1713) prices when the benefits outweigh the cost of cleanup for the whole mine site. and section 120 of the Comprehensive Envi- costs if they choose. Benefits of small The city of Henderson will then be able ronmental Response, Compensation, and Li- renewable energy projects include local to take advantage of Nevada redevelop- ability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620), and any job creation, less investment in high- ment laws and work with local devel- other provision of law, as soon as practicable voltage transmission lines, diversity in opers to finance and implement a plan after the conditions described in subsection an area’s power generation portfolio, to remediate the abandoned toxic mine (b) have been met, and subject to valid exist- and the environmental benefits of site. Local officials and developers will ing rights, the Secretary shall convey to the Henderson Redevelopment Agency all right, green energy. finally be able to turn this wasteland title, and interest of the United States in The bill has the support of the Na- into safe, productive land for the local and to the Federal land. tional Association of Regulatory Util- community. The project will take dec- (b) CONDITIONS.— ity Commissioners, which represents ades from start to finish, but the city (1) APPRAISAL; FAIR MARKET VALUE.— the individual State commissions, as and the developers are committed to (A) IN GENERAL.—As consideration for the well as the Solar Energy Industry As- the effort and worked hard to put to- conveyance under subsection (a), the Hender- sociation, the Distributed Wind Energy son Redevelopment Agency shall pay the fair gether a viable plan to fix this old market value of the Federal land, if any, as Association, the Clean Coalition and problem without costing taxpayers a determined under subparagraph (B) and as the Oregon Public Utility Commission. dime for cleanup. adjusted under subparagraph (E). I am very pleased to be introducing Keeping our communities safe, (B) APPRAISAL.—The Secretary shall deter- this bill with my colleague on the En- healthy, and livable is critical. Remov- mine the fair market value of the Federal ergy and Natural Resources Com- ing this physical and environmental land based on an appraisal— mittee, Senator COONS. I hope that hazard from southern Nevada is a high (i) that is conducted in accordance with many of our colleagues will join us in nationally recognized appraisal standards, priority for the city of Henderson and including— supporting this bill. our delegation. I appreciate your help (I) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for and I look forward to working with the Federal Land Acquisitions; and By Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. Senate Energy Committee to move this (II) the Uniform Standards of Professional HELLER): legislation forward in the near future. Appraisal Practice; and S. 1492. A bill to provide for the con- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- (ii) that does not take into account any ex- veyance of certain Federal land in sent that the text of the bill be printed isting contamination associated with histor- Clark County, Nevada, for the environ- ical mining on the Federal land. in the RECORD. mental remediation and reclamation of (C) REMEDIATION AND RECLAMATION COSTS.— There being no objection, the text of (i) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall pre- the Three Kids Mine Project Site, and the bill was ordered to be printed in for other purposes; to the Committee pare a reasonable estimate of the costs to as- the RECORD, as follows: sess, remediate, and reclaim the Three Kids on Energy and Natural Resources. S. 1492 Mine Project Site. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today (ii) CONSIDERATIONS.—The estimate pre- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- to introduce the Three Kids Mine Rec- pared under clause (i) shall be— resentatives of the United States of America in lamation Act of 2011. My legislation (I) based on the results of a comprehensive Congress assembled, transfers approximately 900 acres of Phase II environmental site assessment of federal land to the city of Henderson to SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. the Three Kids Mine Project Site prepared This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Three Kids by the Henderson Redevelopment Agency or facilitate the remediation and redevel- Mine Remediation and Reclamation Act’’. opment of a dangerous abandoned mine a designee that has been approved by the SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. State; and site near Lake Mead. In this Act: (II) prepared in accordance with the cur- The Three Kids mine was originally (1) FEDERAL LAND.—The term ‘‘Federal rent version of the ASTM International developed during World War I to pro- land’’ means the approximately 948 acres of Standard E–2137–06 entitled ‘‘Standard Guide vide manganese needed to harden steel Bureau of Reclamation and Bureau of Land for Estimating Monetary Costs and Liabil- used by the U.S. military. The mine Management land within the Three Kids ities for Environmental Matters.’’ and mill continued to support the Mine Project site, as depicted on the map. (iii) ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS.—The building of warships and tanks through (2) HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE; POLLUTANT OR Phase II environmental site assessment pre- 1961 after which it was mostly aban- CONTAMINANT; RELEASE; REMEDY; RESPONSE.— pared under clause (ii)(I) shall, without lim- doned and used occasionally as a stor- The terms ‘‘hazardous substance’’, ‘‘pollut- iting any additional requirements that may ant or contaminant’’, ‘‘release’’, ‘‘remedy’’, be required by the State, be conducted in ac- age site for federal manganese re- and ‘‘response’’ have the meanings given cordance with the procedures of— serves. The Three Kids site was forgot- those terms in section 101 of the Comprehen- (I) the most recent version of ASTM Inter- ten for decades until the population ex- sive Environmental Response, Compensa- national Standard E–1527–05 entitled ‘‘Stand- plosion in southern Nevada put the tion, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. ard Practice for Environmental Site Assess- mine right in people’s backyards. 9601). ments: Phase I Environmental Site Assess- The Three Kids Mine site is littered (3) HENDERSON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.— ment Process’’; and with hazards that include three large The term ‘‘Henderson Redevelopment Agen- (II) ASTM International Standard E–1903– mine pits that are hundreds of feet cy’’ means the redevelopment agency of the 97entitled ‘‘Standard Guide for Environ- City of Henderson, Nevada, established and mental Site Assessments: Phase II Environ- deep, ruins from the mine facility, and authorized to transact business and exercise mental Site Assessment Process’’ (2002). a sludge pool of mine tailings made up the powers of the agency in accordance with (iv) REVIEW OF CERTAIN INFORMATION.— of arsenic, lead, and diesel fuel. As a re- the Nevada Community Redevelopment Law (I) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall result of how the mine was developed and (Nev. Rev. Stat. 279.382 to 279.685). view and consider cost information proffered

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Even low (II) FINAL DETERMINATION.—If there is a of law, the United States is released from birth weight has been shown by numer- disagreement among the Secretary, Hender- any and all liabilities or claims of any kind son Redevelopment Agency, and the State or nature arising from the presence, release, ous studies to be linked with poor edu- over the reasonable estimate of costs under or threat of release of any hazardous sub- cational outcomes. this subparagraph, the parties shall jointly stance, pollutant, contaminant, petroleum My ‘‘Early Intervention for Gradua- select 1 or more experts to assist the Sec- product (or derivative of a petroleum prod- tion Success’’ bill would focus Federal retary in making the final estimate of the uct of any kind), solid waste, mine materials funds on states that have the lowest costs. or mining-related features (including graduation rates. State education (D) DEADLINE.—Not later than 30 days after tailings, overburden, waste rock, mill rem- agencies would be required to develop the date of enactment of this Act, the Sec- nants, pits, or other hazards resulting from or update their plans to increase grad- retary shall begin the appraisal and cost es- the presence of mining related features) at uation rates. They would also be re- timates under subparagraphs (B) and (C), re- the Three Kids Mine Project Site in exist- spectively. ence on or before the date of the conveyance. quired to work with health, social serv- (E) ADJUSTMENT.—The Secretary shall ad- ices, juvenile justice, and other rel- ministratively adjust the fair market value By Ms. MURKOWSKI: evant state agencies to help school dis- of the Federal land, as determined under sub- S. 1495. A bill to amend the school tricts and early childhood education paragraph (B), based on the estimate of re- dropout prevention program in the Ele- providers better identify which of their mediation, and reclamation costs, as deter- mentary and Secondary Education Act students have research-based risk fac- mined under subparagraph (C). of 1965; to the Committee on Health, tors. In turn, schools and early learn- (2) MINE REMEDIATION AND RECLAMATION ing providers would be required to de- AGREEMENT EXECUTED.— Education, Labor, and Pensions. (A) IN GENERAL.—The conveyance under Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I velop and update individual learning subsection (a) shall be contingent on the rise today to introduce Early Interven- plans for these students and ensure Secretary receiving from the State written tion for Graduation Success Authoriza- that the next school of enrollment has notification that a mine remediation and tion Act. This legislation would, if en- the child’s plan. reclamation agreement has been executed in acted, amend the current School Drop- My bill also gives States and partner- accordance with subparagraph (B). out Prevention provisions of the Ele- ships a menu of research-based activi- (B) REQUIREMENTS.—The mine remediation mentary and Secondary Education Act. ties from which to choose to improve and reclamation agreement required under It would focus attention on identifying services to students, including profes- subparagraph (A) shall be an enforceable sional development, program quality consent order or agreement administered by and helping students who are at risk to the State that— not graduate from high school as early improvement, curriculum alignment, (i) obligates a party to perform the remedi- as pre-kindergarten and through ele- community integration and support ation and reclamation work at the Three mentary and middle school. services, and setting high expectations Kids Mine Project Site necessary to com- Some may ask, ‘‘Why are you con- for academic achievement. plete a permanent and appropriately protec- centrating on toddlers and elementary In short, my bill helps States and tive remedy to existing environmental con- school children when you are trying to schools to give students the support tamination and hazardous conditions; and solve the high school dropout crisis they need to achieve their dreams, and (ii) contains provisions determined to be inspires them to dream big, right from necessary by the State, including financial facing our Nation? Why not focus attention and our Nation’s scarce re- the very start. assurance provisions to ensure the comple- We can continue to spend millions of tion of the remedy. sources on high school students, or dollars every year on intensive services (3) NOTIFICATION FROM AGENCY.—As a condi- even middle school students?’’ tion of the conveyance under subsection (a), The reason is simple. Early on is for teenagers who are far behind in school, who are frustrated beyond all the Secretary shall receive from the Hender- when children’s troubles in school measure, and who gave up on success son Redevelopment Agency written notifica- begin, and an ounce of prevention is tion that the Henderson Redevelopment long ago. We may even have some lim- worth a pound of cure. High school and Agency is prepared to accept conveyance of ited success helping some young people middle school students do not just the Federal land under that subsection. get back on track and graduate from wake up one day and say, ‘‘I think I’ll SEC. 4. WITHDRAWAL. high school. Or, we can start at the be- drop out of school today.’’ Twenty-five (a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to valid existing ginning, making sure that the children rights, for the 10-year period beginning on years of research tells us that dropping who already have challenges get the the earlier of the date of enactment of this out is a long process of frustration, Act or the date of the conveyance required help they need to succeed. alienation, and even boredom, it is not I look forward to passage of this bill by this Act, the Federal land is withdrawn a sudden decision. We know that stu- from all forms of— or incorporating it into the reauthor- (1) entry, appropriation, operation, or dis- dents with disabilities, minority and ization of the Elementary and Sec- posal under the public land laws; poor children, and students whose ondary Education Act. (2) location, entry, and patent under the home lives are, in all sorts of ways, dif- mining laws; and ficult have lower graduation rates than By Ms. COLLINS (for herself, Mr. (3) disposition under the mineral leasing, their peers. The challenges children LIEBERMAN, and Mr. BEGICH): mineral materials, and the geothermal leas- face today are all too prevalent, and we S. 1496. A bill to amend title 46, ing laws. know the factors that make it harder United States Code, to prohibit the del- (b) EXISTING RECLAMATION WITHDRAWALS.— Subject to valid existing rights, any with- for them to succeed in school. We know egation by the United States of inspec- drawal under the public land laws that in- this. tion, certification, and related services cludes all or any portion of the Federal land It only makes sense that we re-work to a foreign classification society that for which the Bureau of Reclamation has de- the program that is intended to help provides comparable services to Iran, termined that the Bureau of Reclamation schools increase their graduation rates North Korea, North Sudan, or Syria, has no further need under applicable law is so that it actually helps schools help and for other purposes; to the Com- relinquished and revoked solely to the extent children when we can make the most mittee on Commerce, Science, and necessary— (1) to exclude from the withdrawal the difference. We need to act before these Transportation. property that is no longer needed; and children have fought for years just to Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I rise (2) to allow for the immediate conveyance stay afloat, and before they are too to introduce the Ethical Shipping In- of the Federal land as required under this tired, frustrated, alienated, and angry spections Act of 2011. This bill would Act. to fight anymore. prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Se- SEC. 5. ACEC BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. Factors that have been shown to curity and U.S. Coast Guard from dele- Notwithstanding section 203 of the Federal present a significant risk factor even in gating vessel inspection and certifi- Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 elementary school include: low cation authority to a foreign-based U.S.C. 1713), the boundary of the River Moun- tains Area of Critical Environmental Con- achievement, grade retention, poor at- classification society that also pro- cern (NVN 76884) is adjusted to exclude any tendance, misbehavior and aggression, vides these services on behalf of the portion of the Three Kids Mine Project Site and low socioeconomic status. Family governments of Iran, North Korea, consistent with the map. background characteristics play a role North Sudan, or Syria.

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It also bestowed upon represent nations like the Islamic Re- values and consistent with U.S. foreign the United States the responsibility to public of Iran. policy. For these reasons, my col- promote economic development and Each year, non-governmental classi- leagues and I believe it is imperative self-reliance for the territory. fication societies conduct more than that we amend the law to prohibit this In the 1980s, the United States en- 4,500 statutory inspections of U.S. activity, and we urge our colleagues to tered into a new phase in its relation- flagged vessels to verify that these ves- support this important legislation. ship with the FAS through the Com- sels meet international maritime con- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- pact of Free Association and the Palau ventions and national regulatory resent that the text of the bill be printed Compact of Free Association. The Com- pacts allow FAS citizens to freely quirements. World-wide, more than 100 in the RECORD. governments have established relation- There being no objection, the text of enter, reside, and work in the United ships with classification societies. In the bill was ordered to be printed in States and authorize their participation in certain Federal programs. addition, the vast majority of commer- the RECORD, as follows: As a part of the Compacts, FAS citi- cial ships are built to and surveyed for S. 1496 compliance with the standards devel- zens were extended Medicaid eligi- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- bility. oped by classification societies. resentatives of the United States of America in The relationship between classifica- Unfortunately, when the Personal Congress assembled, Responsibility and Work Opportunity tion societies and the U.S. Government SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. was established in statute in the Mer- Act of 1996 was enacted, FAS citizens This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Ethical lost many of their public benefits, in- chant Marine Act of 1920, when the Shipping Inspections Act of 2011’’. Secretary of the Department over- cluding Medicaid coverage. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON DELEGATION OF INSPEC- Subsequently, state and territorial seeing the U.S. Coast Guard was grant- TION, CERTIFICATION, AND RE- governments have been the sole ed the authority to delegate certain in- LATED SERVICES. sources of funding for meeting the so- spection and certification services to Section 3316 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the fol- cial service and public health needs of the American Bureau of Shipping, lowing new subsection: this ever growing population. And FAS ABS, or another recognized Class Soci- ‘‘(e) The Secretary may not make a delega- migrants to Hawaii often arrive with ety. In 1996 Congress expanded this pro- tion, and shall revoke an existing delegation serious medical needs, requiring costly gram to allow foreign-based classifica- made, to a foreign classification society pur- health care services such as dialysis tion societies to also serve on behalf of suant to subsection (b) or (d) to provide in- and chemotherapy. the U.S. Government in this capacity. spection, certification, or related services if These costs will continue to rise, the Secretary of State determines that the Today, there are four foreign-based even as the State’s resources are in- classification societies that have estab- foreign classification society provides comparable services— creasingly constrained. lished Memorandums of Understanding ‘‘(1) in Iran, North Korea, North Sudan, or Restoration of Medicaid eligibility with the U.S. Coast Guard to conduct Syria; or for these individuals is crucial for these inspections on the Coast Guard’s ‘‘(2) for the government of Iran, North states where many FAS citizens reside. behalf. Korea, North Sudan, or Syria.’’. In the Pacific, this includes Hawaii, While this act would allow this rela- Guam, and the Northern Mariana Is- tionship between the U.S. Government By Mr. AKAKA (for himself, Mr. lands. and foreign-based classification soci- INOUYE, and Mr. BINGAMAN): In the continental U.S., this includes eties to continue, it would eliminate a S. 1504. A bill to restore Medicaid eli- California, Oregon, Washington, and loophole in the law that allows the for- gibility for citizens of the Freely Asso- Arkansas. Health care providers that eign-based classification societies that ciated States; to the Committee on Fi- operate in areas with high rates of un- represent the United States to also rep- nance. insured are having difficulties meeting resent the governments of Iran, North Mr. AKAKA. Mr. President, I rise the health care needs of their commu- Korea, North Sudan, or Syria. Iron- today to introduce the Medicaid Res- nities. Uninsured FAS citizens who ically, the current law provides more toration for Citizens of Freely Associ- seek health care services contribute to latitude to foreign-based societies than ated States Act of 2011. This bill would the uncompensated costs that are cre- we allow the American Bureau of Ship- reinstate eligibility for critical Federal ating an ever-greater burden on health ping. As a U.S.-based non-profit, non- health benefits for citizens of certain care providers. governmental organization, ABS is re- Pacific Island nations who have been I ask my colleagues for their support stricted from providing such services in invited by the Federal Government to of the Medicaid Restoration for Citi- Iran under existing Iranian Trans- live in the United States, but for whom zens of Freely Associated States Act of action Regulations. Yet, the Iran Sanc- the costs of services have fallen to in- 2011. The decision to allow citizens of tions Act of 1996, as amended by the dividual states, Hawaii in particular. I the Freely Associated States to come Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Ac- would like to thank Senators INOUYE to the United States was a federal deci- countability, and Divestment Act of and BINGAMAN for joining me in intro- sion, with national benefits. 2010, does not prevent foreign-based ducing this bill. That we also accept the cost of that classification societies from rep- The Freely Associated States, the decision is a matter of fairness and re- resenting both the U.S. and Iranian Republic of the Marshall Islands, the sponsibility. governments. Federated States of Micronesia, and Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- With this in mind, my colleagues and the Republic of Palau, are island na- sent that the text of the bill be printed I have introduced this legislation to tions that have a unique political rela- in the RECORD. prohibit the U.S. from obtaining vessel tionship with the United States. There being no objection, the text of inspection, certification, and related At the end of World War II, the the bill was ordered to be printed in services from a foreign-based class so- United Nations established the ‘‘Trust the RECORD, as follows: ciety that also provides these services Territory of the Pacific Islands,’’ which S. 1504 on behalf of the Iranian, North Korean, was administered by the United States Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- North Sudanese, or Syrian govern- between 1947 and 1986. It included the resentatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, ments. For the United States to main- islands that now make up the FAS na- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. tain such relationships runs directly tions, as well as other Pacific islands This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Medicaid contrary to the spirit of United States liberated from Japan after World War Restoration for Citizens of Freely Associated policy. II. States Act of 2011’’.

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Any- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 402(b)(2) of the Personal Responsibility and Work Oppor- Act, a comprehensive workers’ rights one who claims otherwise is either tunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. bill that would address many issues lacking in common sense, on a union’s 1612(b)(2)) is amended by adding at the end plaguing America’s workers. payroll, or both. the following: Our Nation’s labor laws were de- We have all heard the accounts of ‘‘(G) MEDICAID EXCEPTION FOR CITIZENS OF signed to preserve the rights of em- unions obtaining signatures through FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES.—With respect to ployees to join labor unions and engage deception and intimidation. And, we’ve eligibility for benefits for the program de- in collective bargaining. Contrary to all heard about union organizing cam- fined in paragraph (3)(C) (relating to medicaid), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any what some may think, I am not anti- paigns and boycotts that have all but individual who lawfully resides in the United union and I do not want to stand in the forced employers to give up their right States (including territories and possessions way of unionization if the decision to to demand a secret ballot vote. Well, of the United States) in accordance with— unionize is truly the will of the em- Mr. President, under the Employee ‘‘(i) section 141 of the Compact of Free As- ployees. However, I believe that the Rights Act, that right will belong to sociation between the Government of the right not to join a union is equally im- the employees, and it will be guaran- United States and the Government of the portant. It is this right that far too teed. Federated States of Micronesia, approved by For the record, the American people Congress in the Compact of Free Association often goes overlooked under our cur- Amendments Act of 2003; rent laws, and particularly under poli- agree with me on this issue. Earlier ‘‘(ii) section 141 of the Compact of Free As- cies implemented by unelected bureau- this year, the Opinion Research Cor- sociation between the Government of the crats at various administrative agen- poration conducted a poll of 1,000 United States and the Government of the Re- cies. adults that addressed a number of public of the Marshall Islands, approved by I am under no illusions that this leg- these issues. All told, 75 percent—three Congress in the Compact of Free Association islation will be noncontroversial. There out of every four—were somewhere be- Amendments Act of 2003; or will most certainly be opposition. In- tween strongly supportive and some- ‘‘(iii) section 141 of the Compact of Free Association between the Government of the deed, I fully expect the unions and what supportive of a rule requiring United States and the Government of Palau, their supporters to come out against that all employees be given the right approved by Congress in Public Law 99–658 the Employee Rights Act, and charac- to a secret ballot election when decid- (100 Stat. 3672).’’. terize it as a radical, anti-union bill. ing whether to join a union. (b) EXCEPTION TO 5-YEAR LIMITED ELIGI- But, that just isn’t the case. There is There is no way around it. If you are BILITY.—Section 403(d) of such Act (8 U.S.C. not a single provision in this bill that pro-worker, and not just pro-union, 1613(d)) is amended— will empower employers at the expense you have to support the right to a se- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘or’’ at the of the union. The only parties whose cret ballot. end; (2) in paragraph (2), by striking the period position will be improved by the Em- Next, my bill would require every at the end and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and ployee Rights Act are employees. Any- unionized workplace to conduct a se- (3) by adding at the end the following new one whose real concern is preserving cret ballot election every three years paragraph: the rights of individual workers should to determine whether a majority of ‘‘(3) an individual described in section support this bill. employees still want to be represented 402(b)(2)(G), but only with respect to the des- Let me take a few minutes to go over by the union. ignated Federal program defined in section the specific provisions. According to the Bureau of Labor 402(b)(3)(C).’’. First, the bill would conform and Statistics, less than 10 percent of cur- (c) DEFINITION OF QUALIFIED ALIEN.—Sec- tion 431(b) of the Personal Responsibility and equalize unfair labor practices by rent union members voted for the Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 unions with those of employers under union at their workplace. Most union (8 U.S.C. 1641(b)) is amended— the National Labor Relations Act. Cur- members simply took jobs at sites that (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ‘‘or’’ at the rently, under Section 8 of the NLRA, were already unionized, many of which end; employers face penalties if they ‘‘inter- require union membership as a condi- (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period fere with, restrain, or coerce employ- tion of employment. at the end and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and ees’’ in the exercise of their rights Under current law, if any of these (3) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(8) an individual who lawfully resides in under the Act. The same section pun- employees want to decertify a union, the United States (including territories and ishes labor organizations only if they they must go through an arduous proc- possessions of the United States) in accord- ‘‘restrain or coerce’’ employees in the ess. It is a nearly impossible task. In ance with a Compact of Free Association re- exercise of those same rights. addition to overcoming the many pro- ferred to in section 402(b)(2)(G).’’. There is no reasonable or logical jus- cedural hurdles provided by laws and (d) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section tification for this difference, and work- regulations, they are required to speak 1108 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ers should have the benefit of equal out publicly against the union and sub- 1308) is amended— (1) in subsection (f), in the matter pre- protection against abuse from both ject themselves to public criticism, if ceding paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘subsection sides. That is why, under the Employee not outright intimidation. Not surpris- (g)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsections (g) and (h)’’; Rights Act, both sides will be held to ingly, very few even make the effort. and the higher standard. As a result, millions of American (2) by adding at the end the following: Next, my bill would ensure that em- workers belong to unions they never ‘‘(h) The limitations of subsections (f) and ployees are guaranteed a right to a fed- voted for and will never get to vote for. (g) shall not apply with respect to medical erally supervised, secret ballot vote be- No one who claims to support the assistance provided to an individual de- fore a union can be certified. According scribed in section 431(b)(8) of the Personal rights of workers can argue that this is Responsibility and Work Opportunity Rec- to the NLRB, 38 percent of all unions a good thing. Every citizen is guaran- onciliation Act of 1996.’’. certified in 2009 did not have to go teed an opportunity to vote out their (e) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments through a secret ballot election. In- representatives in State, local, and made by this section take effect on the date stead, these unions were able to use Federal Government. Yet, a union, of enactment of this Act and apply to bene- card checks to unionize employees. once certified, is in place for per- fits for items and services furnished on or True enough, in such cases, employers after that date. petuity. This just shouldn’t be the voluntarily opted to recognize the case. By Mr. HATCH (for himself, Mr. union without demanding a secret bal- Once again, I am not alone in my BURR, Mr. MCCAIN, and Mr. lot election. But what about the work- thinking. In the same survey I cited GRAHAM): ers who wanted a secret ballot vote? earlier, 75 percent, again, 3/4 of those S. 1507. A bill to provide protections There is, of course, a long-standing polled, supported a change that would from workers with respect to their debate over the integrity and appro- require unions to be periodically recer- right to select or refrain from selecting priateness of card check elections. But tified. representation by a labor organization; even the most committed union sup- This proposal is not outlandish or pu- to the Committee on Health, Edu- porter must admit that the card check nitive. It is simply common sense. It is cation, Labor, and Pensions. process is unregulated and less reliable fair to both employers and unions, and,

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I simply time between the filing of a union cer- compensation for lost wages unless want to protect the rights of individual tification petition and an election, they participate on a picket line. workers and ensure that, if they do opt commonly referred to as the quickie or Isn’t it only fair to give workers an for union representation, that choice is snap election proposal. opportunity to weigh in before a union freely made and fairly determined. With this proposed rule, which is set orders a strike? Most people seem to For too long, American workers have to be finalized later this year, the pro- think so. According to the same poll I been treated by union leaders as little union NLRB hopes to help unions catch mentioned earlier, 74 percent of Ameri- more than human ATMs. They claim to unwitting employers unprepared. Al- cans support this proposal. be progressives, supportive of equality though there is no specific timeline in Another provision of the Employee and democracy and the working man. the proposal, experts have concluded Rights Act would prevent an employ- This bill is consistent with those prin- that, if the regulation is finalized, ee’s union dues or fees from being used ciples, providing working men and union elections could occur within 7 for purposes unrelated to the union’s women with a real and meaningful days of a union filing a petition. Even collective bargaining functions—in- voice in decisions regarding unioniza- worse, the proposal would eliminate cluding political contributions and ex- tion. It is supported by the National many of the pre-election opportunities penditures—without that member’s Right to Work Committee, and I am to appeal the petition and to resolve written consent. proud to have Congressman TIM SCOTT fundamental issues, like the size and Exit polls have shown that America’s of South Carolina introducing com- scope of the bargaining unit. union members are almost evenly split panion legislation in the House. There is no need for this new rule. between Democrats and Republicans, I urge all of my colleagues to support According to the NLRB, the average yet more than 90 percent of union po- the Employee Rights Act. time between the filing of a petition litical contributions go to Democrats. and an election is 39 days. This gives By Mr. WYDEN: This is, not to put too fine a point on S. 1509. A bill to provide incentives both the union and the employer an op- it, the reason why I expect strong opportunity to communicate their per- for States to improve the well-being of position to this bill. children in the child welfare system spective on union membership to em- However I would like anyone who ployees and ensures that workers are through systemic reforms and innova- would oppose this provision to explain tions, increased collaboration between able to make informed decisions. to me why it is fair to force workers to Though the current rule is eminently State agencies, and incorporation of contribute to political campaigns at reasonable and appears to be working higher standards of accountability; to all, regardless of the party on the re- well for everyone, including the unions the Committee on Finance. ceiving end. Once again, the only peo- who already win the majority of elec- Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, I am ple who would object to empowering in- tions, the Obama Administration can’t pleased today to introduce the Pro- dividual workers in this way are those risk losing the support of Big Labor. moting Accountability and Excellence Richard Trumka, President of the who have a vested interest in the sta- in Child Welfare Act, a bill that would AFL–CIO, recently remarked that this tus quo. pave the way for new innovations that When asked about this issue, 78 per- and other similar so-called reforms are improve the lives and well-being of vul- cent of those polled agreed with this effectively consolation prizes for the nerable children and their families. Democrats’ loss in the fight to pass the idea. The Federal government spends The Employee Rights Act would do deceptively-named Employee Free roughly ten times as much money on several more things. It would make Choice Act. foster care as it does on preventative Indeed, the Obama administration, unions liable for lost wages, unlawfully services, when foster care is, in nearly for obvious reasons, has consistently collected union dues, and even liq- every case, the worst possible outcome been all too eager to stack the deck in uidated damages if they coerce, intimi- for a child. The Promoting Account- favor of the unions. Since they haven’t date, or discipline workers for exer- ability and Excellence in Child Welfare been able to do it through the legisla- cising their rights under the NLRA, in- Act would establish a 5-year grant pro- tive process, they’re trying to do so via cluding the right to file a decertifica- gram to give States and localities regulation. tion petition. Any union found to have greater flexibility to implement com- Sadly, employees are caught in the unlawfully interfered with the filing of prehensive reforms to existing child middle. The NLRB doesn’t care if they a decertification petition would be welfare programs provided they can have enough time to consider all their barred from filing objections to the demonstrate success in improving child options. They simply want to make subsequent decertification vote. well-being. This flexibility would allow sure the unions win more elections. To The bill would also strengthen prohi- States to use early-intervention tech- combat this, the Employee Rights Act bitions on the use or threat of violence niques to prevent youth from entering would preserve substantive and proce- to achieve union goals, overturning an foster care, heightened reunification or dural protections in the election proc- egregious Supreme Court decision that adoption practices to decrease a child’s ess and ensure that workers have an all but exempted unions from Federal time in care, and strengthened support opportunity to make informed deci- racketeering statutes. services to ensure that children and sions. It would allow all affected workers, youth do not fall behind their peers The bill would also prevent a union union and non-union alike, the same while they remain in foster care. Im- from ordering a strike or work stop- rights as union members to vote to rat- portantly, this act establishes strong page unless it obtains the consent of a ify a collective bargaining agreement performance measures that allow suc- majority of the affected workforce or to begin a strike. cessful practices to serve as scalable through a secret ballot vote. These are not outlandish proposals. models. This is important because the rules They would simply introduce some Children and families that come into governing when and how a union can long-overdue common sense into our contact with the child welfare system order a strike are not uniform. They labor laws. Not surprisingly, polls have are often served through multiple are determined by each union’s con- demonstrated that each of these ideas local, State, and Federal agencies institution. There is no federal rule has broad support among the public. cluding the Department of Health and whatsoever requiring that unions ob- We have had many fierce debates in Human Services, the Department of tain majority support before they can this chamber about the role of labor Justice, the Department of Education, force members into unemployment and unions in our nation’s economy. In the Department of Labor and the De- possible replacement. fact, I have been on the floor several partment of Housing and Urban Devel- Many would be surprised to learn times in the last week decrying the opment. Too often, these agencies oper- that union strike funds, kept to pro- steps taken by the Obama Administra- ate in silos, with the effects playing

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SILVIS, ILLINOIS, SHOULD BE rean Wars broke out, 78 young Mexi- States and localities have proven RECOGNIZED AS HERO STREET can-American men, who lived on Hero their ability to save money through in- MEMORIAL PARK AND SHOULD Street, bravely went to war to serve novation while also working to pro- CONTINUE TO BE SUPPORTED AS our Nation and defend our freedoms in mote the best interest of children and A PARK BY THE TOWN OF battle. Six soldiers lost their lives dur- families and the Federal government SILVIS AT NO COST TO UNITED ing World War II and two others lost often turns to state best practices to STATES TAXPAYERS their lives during battle in the Korean improve national laws. The history of Mr. KIRK submitted the following War. Located halfway down the block on subsidized guardianship serves as one resolution; which was referred to the the east side of Hero Street USA there such example. Due to an all-time high Committee on the Judiciary: is a neighborhood park that was rede- in the number of children in State fos- S. RES. 250 ter care, in 1996 Illinois was granted signed to honor these fallen soldiers in Whereas in the small town of Silvis, Illi- 1971. This memorial park honors the the authority to allow grandparents, nois, there is a street that is only one and a aunts, uncles and other adult relatives story that brought these families to- half blocks long; gether and brave sacrifices these men to receive Federal foster care pay- Whereas formerly known as Second Street, made to defend of our freedom and to ments if they opened their homes per- today it is officially known as Hero Street uphold liberty and the principles of the manently to their relative children in USA; Whereas from this short street, brave men Constitution of the United States. foster care. Raising a child is expensive Recognizing Hero Street Memorial and these modest payments gave rel- and women of Hispanic ancestry have served in the United States Armed Forces; Park will tell the story of these fallen atives the financial means to care for Whereas today, young men and women soldiers for future generations and will their kin. from Hero Street USA, valiantly join the honor the bravery and selfless sacrifice Allowing children and youth to re- United States Armed Forces to defend the of those who gave so much for their main with relatives is not only a com- Nation; country. passionate way to prevent unnecessary Whereas the memorial on Hero Street USA disruptions in a child’s life and keep is located near the intersection of Highway f families together, it also saves money. 84 and 2nd Street; SENATE RESOLUTION 251—EX- The Illinois demonstration proved that Whereas on the east side of Hero Street PRESSING SUPPORT FOR IM- children and youth did better living USA, the memorial will honor the personal PROVEMENT IN THE COLLEC- sacrifice of eight young men from Hero with relative caregivers than they did Street USA, who were killed in defense of TION, PROCESSING, AND CON- when they remained in foster care. In the United States, including six during SUMPTION OF RECYCLABLE MA- addition, offering guardianship assist- World War II, PFC Joseph H. Sandoval, PFC TERIALS THROUGHOUT THE ance to relatives actually increased the Frank H. Sandoval, PFC William L. UNITED STATES odds that they would be adopted. Due Sandoval, Sgt. Tony Lopez Pompa, SSG Mr. CARPER (for himself, Ms. Claro Soliz, and PFC Peter Perez Masias, and to the success of kinship care in Illi- SNOWE, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. LIEBERMAN, two men during the Korean War, PFC John nois and other States, the Federal gov- Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. BAUCUS, Ms. STA- ernment now realizes a cost savings by S. Munos and PFC Joseph Gomez; Whereas the memorial will pay fitting BENOW, Mr. CASEY, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mrs. reimbursing States for a portion of the tribute to these gallant eight men who made GILLIBRAND, Mr. TESTER, Mr. WHITE- cost of offering guardianship assist- the ultimate and selfless sacrifice in the de- HOUSE, Mr. COONS, and Mr. MERKLEY) ance. The Promoting Accountability fense of liberty, not only for their loved ones submitted the following resolution; and Excellence in Child Welfare Act and their country, but for people everywhere which was referred to the Committee would further enable such innovations around the world who hope to breathe free; on Environment and Public Works: Whereas these eight men gave their lives and savings while improving child well- S. RES. 251 being. so that those of us that gather here at this memorial park can do so free to speak and Whereas maximizing the recycling econ- Furthermore, the legislation directs omy in the United States will create and sus- the Secretary of Health and Human think; Whereas additionally, these men died so tain additional well-paying jobs in the Services to report to Congress with that those who follow in their footsteps can United States, further stimulate the econ- recommendations on how to update be secure in the knowledge that the United omy of the United States, save energy, and Federal foster care financing. Under States Constitution which they swore to up- conserve valuable natural resources; current law, eligibility for Federal fos- hold and defend stands firm; Whereas recycling is an important action ter care assistance remains tied to the Whereas the Hero Street Memorial Park that people in the United States can take to be environmental stewards; obsolete AFDC program, meaning each symbolizes the devotion to duty and personal sacrifice in the cause of liberty and freedom Whereas municipal recycling rates in the year fewer children in foster care are United States steadily increased from 6.6 eligible for Federal funding. As a re- these eight men displayed that was instrumental in the triumph of the United States percent in 1970 to 28.6 percent in 2000, but sult, States are required to take on an and its allies during World War II and the since 2000, the rate of increase has slowed ever-increasing share of foster care fi- Korean War; and considerably; nancing. This structure forces States Whereas the citizens of the United States Whereas a decline in manufacturing in the to compensate by drawing funds from have a continuing obligation to educate fu- United States has reduced both the supply of other programs such as Temporary As- ture generations about this small street in and demand for recycled materials; Silvis, Illinois, whose sons and daughters Whereas recycling allows the United sistance to Needy Families, TANF, and States to recover the critical materials nec- the Social Security Block Grant, have given so much in the defense of liberty of the United States: Now, therefore, be it essary to sustain the recycling economy and SSBG, to provide for children in care. Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate protect national security interests in the As a country, we cannot afford to let that the memorial park on Hero Street USA, United States; children fall through the cracks of the in Silvis, Illinois, should be recognized as Whereas recycling plays an integral role in many systems that exist to serve them. Hero Street Memorial Park and should con- the sustainable management of materials By targeting our resources, improving tinue to be supported as a park by the Town throughout the life-cycle of a product; collaboration, spurring innovation, of Silvis at no cost to United States tax- Whereas 46 States have laws promoting the and, above all, holding ourselves ac- payers. recycling of materials that would otherwise be incinerated or sent to a landfill; countable, we can systemically serve Mr. KIRK. Mr. President, I rise today Whereas more than 10,000 communities in the best interest of at-risk children, in honor of the fallen soldiers from the United States have residential recycling their families and communities, and Hero Street USA in Silvis, Illinois and and drop-off programs that collect a wide va- the Nation as a whole. ask that the Senate recognize the me- riety of recyclable materials, including

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RES. 252 ippines seeks to improve governance, of raw materials can result in energy savings strengthen the rule of law, and further de- of 92 percent for aluminum cans, 87 percent Whereas Filipinos and Americans fought velop accountable, democratic institutions for mixed plastics, 63 percent for steel cans, together in World War II, and an estimated that can better safeguard human rights, se- 45 percent for recycled newspaper, and 34 per- 1,000,000 Filipinos gave their lives to defend cure justice, and promote equitable eco- cent for recycled glass; and freedom; nomic development; and Whereas a bipartisan Senate Recycling Whereas the United States and the Repub- Whereas Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Caucus and a bipartisan House Recycling lic of the Philippines signed the United met with Foreign Secretary of the Phil- Caucus were established in 2006 to provide a States–Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty in permanent and long-term way for members 1951; ippines, Albert del Rosario, on June 23, 2011, of Congress to obtain in-depth knowledge Whereas the Philippines and the United in Washington, D.C., and reaffirmed that the about the recycling industry and to help pro- States are longstanding allies, as dem- United States and the Philippines are long- mote the many benefits of recycling: Now, onstrated by the Mutual Defense Treaty, co- standing allies that are committed to hon- therefore, be it operation in conflicts since World War II, oring mutual obligations, and strengthening Resolved, That the Senate— and the United States’ designation of the the alliance: Now, therefore, be it (1) expresses support for improvement in Philippines as a Major Non-NATO Ally; Resolved, That— the collection, processing, and consumption Whereas the United States Government (1) the Senate— of recyclable material throughout the United seeks to maintain an alliance with the Gov- (A) celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the States in order to create well-paying jobs, ernment of the Philippines that promotes United States–Philippines Mutual Defense foster innovation and investment in the peace and stability in Southeast and East Treaty; United States recycling infrastructure, and Asia, rule of law and human rights, economic (B) confirms the alliance’s enduring value stimulate the economy of the United States; growth, counter-terrorism efforts, and mari- as one of the key pillars of peace, stability, (2) expresses support for strengthening the time security; and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region; manufacturing base in the United States in Whereas United States naval ships visit and order to rebuild the domestic economy, Philippines ports, and the United States and (C) encourages both countries to mark this which will increase the supply, demand, and Philippines military forces participate in important occasion with continued high- consumption of recyclable and recycled ma- combined military exercises under the Vis- level exchanges; and terials in the United States; iting Forces Agreement established in 1998; (2) it is the sense of the Senate that— (3) expresses support for a competitive Whereas the United States Government (A) the United States Government should marketplace for recyclable materials; and the Government of the Philippines work propose to the Government of the Phil- (4) expresses support for the trade of recy- closely together in the struggle against ter- ippines that a joint commission be estab- clable commodities, which is an integral rorism to make local communities safer and lished to review the potential for enhancing part of the domestic and global economy; help establish an environment conducive to security ties between the United States (5) expresses support for policies in the good governance and development; Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of the United States that promote recycling of ma- Whereas the navy of the Government of Philippines, including facilities access, ex- terials, including paper, which is commonly the Philippines has received a United States panded joint training opportunities, and hu- recycled rather than thermally combusted or Coast Guard cutter and assistance in estab- manitarian and disaster relief preparedness sent to a landfill; lishing a coastal radar system to enhance its activities; (6) expresses support for policies in the monitoring of its waters; (B) the United States Government should United States that recognize and promote re- Whereas the United States Government redouble efforts to expand and deepen the cyclable materials as essential economic works closely with the Government of the economic relationship with the Government commodities, rather than wastes; Philippines on humanitarian and disaster re- of the Philippines toward achieving broad- (7) expresses support for policies in the lief activities, and in the past has provided based economic development in that coun- United States that promote using recyclable prompt assistance to make United States try, including by working on new bilateral materials as feedstock to produce new basic troops, equipment, assets, and disaster relief initiatives that support the efforts of the materials and finished products throughout assistance available; Government of the Philippines to reform its the world; Whereas the Mutual Defense Board and the economy and enhance its competitiveness, (8) expresses support for research and de- Security Engagement Board serve as impor- and through trade-capacity building; velopment of new technologies to more effi- tant platforms for the continuing stability of (C) the private sectors of the United States ciently and effectively recycle materials the long-standing alliance between the Phil- and the Philippines should be urged to estab- such as automobile shredder residue and ippines and the United States in a rapidly lish a United States–Philippines organiza- cathode ray tubes; changing global and regional environment; tion with a mission to promote actively and

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RES. 254 cial expressions of the gratitude of the peo- democratic institutions to fight corruption, Whereas the airborne forces of the Armed ple of the United States; and curtail politically-motivated violence and Forces have a long and honorable history as Whereas since the airborne forces, past and extrajudicial killings, expand economic op- bold and fierce warriors who, for the na- present, celebrate August 16 as the anniver- portunity, and tackle internal security chal- tional security of the United States and the sary of the first official jump by the Army lenges; and defense of freedom and peace, project the Parachute Test Platoon, August 16 is an ap- (E) the United States Government should ground combat power of the United States propriate day to recognize as National Air- continue efforts to assist the Government of by air transport to the far reaches of the bat- borne Day: Now, therefore, be it the Philippines in the areas of maritime se- tle area and to the far corners of the world; Resolved, That the Senate— curity, related communications infrastruc- Whereas the United States’ experiment (1) designates August 16, 2011, as ‘‘National ture to enable enhanced information-shar- with airborne operations began on June 25, Airborne Day’’; and ing, and overall military professionalization. 1940, when the Army Parachute Test Platoon (2) calls on the people of the United States was first authorized by the Department of to observe National Airborne Day with ap- f War, and 48 volunteers began training in propriate programs, ceremonies, and activi- SENATE RESOLUTION 253—DESIG- July 1940; ties. Whereas August 16 marks the anniversary NATING OCTOBER 26, 2011, AS of the first official Army parachute jump on f ‘‘DAY OF THE DEPLOYED’’ August 16, 1940, to test the innovative con- SENATE RESOLUTION 255—DESIG- Mr. HOEVEN submitted the fol- cept of inserting United States ground com- NATING OCTOBER 8, 2011, AS ‘‘NA- lowing resolution; which was referred bat forces behind a battle line by means of a TIONAL CHESS DAY’’ TO EN- parachute; to the Committee on the Judiciary: Whereas the success of the Army Para- HANCE AWARENESS AND EN- S. RES. 253 chute Test Platoon in the days immediately COURAGE STUDENTS AND Whereas more than 2,250,000 people serve as before the entry of the United States into ADULTS TO ENGAGE IN A GAME members of the United States Armed Forces; World War II validated the airborne oper- KNOWN TO ENHANCE CRITICAL Whereas several hundred thousand mem- ational concept and led to the creation of a THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLV- bers of the Armed Forces rotate each year formidable force of airborne formations, ING SKILLS through deployments to 150 countries in such as the 11th, 13th, 17th, 82nd, and 101st every region of the world; Airborne Divisions; Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself, Mr. Whereas more than 2,200,000 members of Whereas included in these divisions, and ALEXANDER, and Mr. LEVIN) submitted the Armed Forces have deployed to Afghani- among other separate formations, were the following resolution; which was stan and Iraq since the September 11, 2001, many airborne combat, combat support, and considered and agreed to: combat service support units that served terrorist attacks; S. RES. 255 Whereas the United States is kept strong with distinction and achieved repeated suc- Whereas there are more than 76,000 mem- and free by the loyal people who protect our cess in armed hostilities that provide the lin- bers of the United States Chess Federation precious heritage through their positive dec- eage and legacy of many airborne units (referred to in this preamble as the ‘‘Federa- laration and actions; throughout our Armed Forces; tion’’), and unknown numbers of additional Whereas the deployed members of the Whereas the achievements of the airborne people in the United States who play the Armed Forces serving at home and abroad forces during World War II prompted the evo- game without joining an official organiza- have courageously answered the call to duty lution of those forces into a diversified force tion; to defend the ideals of the United States and of parachute and air-assault units that, over Whereas approximately 1⁄2 of the members to preserve peace and freedom around the the years, have fought in Korea, Vietnam, of the Federation are scholastic members, world; Grenada, Panama, the Persian Gulf region, and many of the scholastic members join by Whereas members of the Armed Forces and and Somalia, and have engaged in peace- the age of 10; veterans personify the virtues of patriotism, keeping operations in Lebanon, the Sinai Pe- Whereas the Federation is very supportive service, duty, courage, and sacrifice; ninsula, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Bos- of the scholastic programs and sponsors a Whereas the families of members of the nia, and Kosovo; Certified Chess Coach program that provides Armed Forces make important and signifi- Whereas since the terrorist attacks on Sep- the coaches involved in the scholastic pro- cant sacrifices for the United States; tember 11, 2001, United States airborne grams training and ensures schools and stu- Whereas North Dakota began honoring the forces, which include members of the XVIII dents can have confidence in the programs; members of the Armed Forces and their fam- Airborne Corps, the 82nd Airborne Division, Whereas many studies have linked chess ilies by designating October 26 as ‘‘Day of the 101st Airborne Division, the 173rd Air- programs to the improvement of student the Deployed’’ in 2006 ; and borne Brigade Combat Team, the 4th Brigade scores in reading and math, as well as im- Whereas 40 States designated October 26, Combat Team (Airborne) of the 25th Infantry proved self-esteem; 2010, as ‘‘Day of the Deployed’’: Now, there- Division, the 75th Ranger Regiment, and spe- Whereas the Federation offers a school cur- fore, be it cial operations forces of the Army, Marine riculum to educators to help incorporate Resolved, That the Senate— Corps, Navy, and Air Force, together with chess into the school curriculum; (1) honors the members of the United other units of the Armed Forces, have dem- Whereas chess is a powerful cognitive States Armed Forces who are deployed at onstrated bravery and honor in combat, sta- learning tool that can be used to successfully home and abroad; bility, and training operations in Afghani- enhance reading and math concepts; and (2) calls on the people of the United States stan and Iraq; Whereas chess engages students of all to reflect on the service of those members of Whereas the modern-day airborne force learning styles and strengths and promotes the United States Armed Forces, wherever also includes other elite forces composed of problem-solving and higher-level thinking they serve, both now and in the future; airborne trained and qualified special oper- skills: Now, therefore, be it (3) designates October 26, 2011, as ‘‘Day of ations warriors, including Army Special Forces, Marine Corps Reconnaissance units, Resolved, That the Senate— the Deployed’’; and (1) designates October 8, 2011, as ‘‘National (4) encourages the people of the United Navy SEALs, and Air Force combat control and para-rescue teams; Chess Day’’; and States to observe ‘‘Day of the Deployed’’ (2) encourages the people of the United with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Whereas of the members and former members of the United States airborne forces, States to observe ‘‘National Chess Day’’ with f thousands have achieved the distinction of appropriate programs and activities. SENATE RESOLUTION 254—DESIG- making combat jumps, dozens have earned f the Medal of Honor, and hundreds have NATING AUGUST 16, 2011, AS ‘‘NA- earned the Distinguished Service Cross, the SENATE RESOLUTION 256—DESIG- TIONAL AIRBORNE DAY’’ Silver Star, or other decorations and awards NATING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER Mr. REED of Rhode Island (for him- for displays of heroism, gallantry, intre- 2 THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2011, AS self, Ms. MURKOWSKI, Mr. WHITEHOUSE, pidity, and valor; ‘‘NATIONAL NURSE-MANAGED Whereas the members and former members Mr. CORKER, Mr. CRAPO, Ms. SNOWE, HEALTH CLINIC WEEK’’ of the United States airborne forces are all Mr. BLUNT, Mr. BROWN of Massachu- members of a proud and honorable tradition Mr. INOUYE (for himself and Mr. setts, Mr. ROBERTS, Mr. BEGICH, Mr. that, together with their special skills and ALEXANDER) submitted the following LIEBERMAN, Ms. LANDRIEU, Mr. AKAKA, achievements, distinguishes such members resolution; which was referred to the Mr. RUBIO, Mrs. HAGAN, Mr. BAUCUS, as intrepid combat parachutists, air assault Committee on the Judiciary:

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The care is primarily pro- health, the prevention of illness, the allevi- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs vided by nurse practitioners working in ation of suffering, and the diagnosis and be authorized to meet during the ses- treatment of illness; partnership with an interdisciplinary Whereas nurse-managed health clinics are team of health professions including sion of the Senate on August 2, 2011, at led by advanced practice nurses and staffed clinical nurse specialists, registered 10 a.m. to conduct a committee hearing by an interdisciplinary team of highly quali- nurses, health educators, community entitled ‘‘Housing Finance Reform: Na- fied health care professionals; outreach workers, health care stu- tional Mortgage Servicing Standards.’’ Whereas nurse-managed health clinics The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without offer a broad scope of services including dents, and collaborating physicians. As treatment for acute and chronic illnesses, recognized by the Institute of Medi- objection, it is so ordered. routine physical exams, immunizations for cine’s ‘‘Future of Nursing’’ report, the COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC adults and children, disease screenings, nurse managed clinics play a critical WORKS AND SUBCOMMITTEE ON CLEAN AIR health education, prenatal care, dental care, role in community-based preventive AND NUCLEAR SAFETY and drug and alcohol treatment; health care and have done so since Whereas nurse-managed health clinics Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- their inception three decades ago. imous consent that the Committee on have a proven track record, as the first fed- A Senate resolution will help pave erally funded nurse-managed health clinic Environment and Public Works and the was created more than 35 years ago; the way for this effort. We ask our col- Subcommittee on Clean Air and Nu- Whereas, as of June 2011, more than 250 leagues to join us in supporting this clear Safety be authorized to meet dur- nurse-managed health clinics provided care tribute to Nurse-Managed Health Clin- ing the session of the Senate on August across the United States and recorded more ics. 2, 2011, at 10 a.m. in Dirksen 406 to con- than 2,000,000 client encounters annually; f Whereas nurse-managed health clinics duct a joint hearing entitled, ‘‘Review of the NRC’s Near-Term Task Force serve a unique dual role as both health care SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- safety net access points and health work- TION 28—AUTHORIZING THE USE Recommendations for Enhancing Reac- force development sites, given that the ma- OF EMANCIPATION HALL IN THE tor Safety in the 21st Century.’’ jority of nurse-managed health clinics are The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without affiliated with schools of nursing and serve CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER FOR as clinical education sites for students enter- AN EVENT TO AWARD THE CON- objection, it is so ordered. ing the health profession; GRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL, COL- COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS Whereas nurse-managed health clinics LECTIVELY, TO THE 100TH IN- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- strengthen the health care safety net by ex- FANTRY BATTALION, 442ND REG- imous consent that the Committee on panding access to primary care and chronic IMENTAL COMBAT TEAM, AND disease management services for vulnerable THE MILITARY INTELLIGENCE Foreign Relations be authorized to and medically underserved populations in di- SERVICE, UNITED STATES ARMY, meet during the session of the Senate verse rural, urban, and suburban commu- IN RECOGNITION OF THEIR DEDI- on August 2, 2011, at 2:30 p.m. nities; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas research has shown that nurse- CATED SERVICE DURING WORLD managed health clinics experience high pa- WAR II objection, it is so ordered. tient retention and patient satisfaction Mr. INOUYE (for himself and Mrs. COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, rates, and nurse-managed health clinic pa- BOXER) submitted the following con- AND PENSIONS. tients experience higher rates of generic current resolution; which was referred medication fills and lower hospitalization Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- rates when compared to similar safety net to the Committee on Rules and Admin- imous consent that the Committee on providers; and istration: Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- Whereas the use of nurse-managed health S. CON. RES. 28 sions be authorized to meet, during the clinics offering both primary care and Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- session of the Senate, to conduct a wellness services will help meet this in- resentatives concurring), hearing entitled ‘‘Health Reform and creased demand in a cost-effective manner: SECTION 1. USE OF EMANCIPATION HALL FOR Health Insurance Premiums: Empow- Now, therefore, be it EVENT TO AWARD THE CONGRES- ering States to Serve Consumers’’ on Resolved, That the Senate— SIONAL GOLD MEDAL. August 2, 2011, at 10 a.m. in room 430 of (1) designates the week of October 2 (a) AUTHORIZATION.—Emancipation Hall in through October 8, 2011, as ‘‘National Nurse- the Capitol Visitor Center is authorized to be the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Managed Health Clinic Week’’; used for an event on November 2, 2011 to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (2) supports the ideals and goals of Na- award the Congressional Gold Medal, collec- objection, it is so ordered. tional Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week; tively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd and Regimental Combat Team, and the Military (3) encourages the expansion of nurse-man- Intelligence Service, United States Army, in f aged health clinics so that nurse-managed recognition of their dedicated service during health clinics may continue to serve as World War II. PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR health care workforce development sites for (b) PREPARATIONS.—Physical preparations the next generation of primary care pro- for the conduct of the event described in sub- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- viders. section (a) shall be carried out in accordance imous consent that an intern in Sen- Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, today with such conditions as may be prescribed by ator BINGAMAN’s office, Trey Debrine, Senator ALEXANDER and I rise to recog- the Architect of the Capitol. be granted floor privileges during to- nize over 250 Nurse-Managed Health f day’s business. Clinics in a Resolution designating the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- week of October 2, 2011, as National AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO pore. Without objection, it is so or- Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week. MEET dered. Nurse-managed health clinics provide COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND primary care and wellness services to a FORESTRY Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, I ask diverse population through all age Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- unanimous consent that Rachel Travis groups and ethnicities. These clinics imous consent that the Committee on of my staff be granted privileges of the provide care to over two million pa- Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry be floor for this pending legislation. tients in underserved or vulnerable authorized to meet during the session The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without areas across this country. Nurse-man- of the Senate on August 2, 2011. objection, it is so ordered.

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Per diem Transportation Miscellaneous Total U.S. dollar U.S. dollar U.S. dollar U.S. dollar Name and country Name of currency Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent Foreign equivalent currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency or U.S. currency currency currency currency

Senator Jeff Sessions: Ukraine ...... Dollar ...... 628.27 ...... 628.27 Georgia ...... Dollar ...... 280.63 ...... 280.63 Lithuania ...... Dollar ...... 207.71 ...... 207.71 Estonia ...... Dollar ...... 370.77 ...... 370.77 Sandra Luff: Ukraine ...... Dollar ...... 765.11 ...... 765.11 Georgia ...... Dollar ...... 309.63 ...... 309.63 Lithuania ...... Dollar ...... 244.11 ...... 244.11 Estonia ...... Dollar ...... 420.34 ...... 420.34 Brooke F. Buchanan: Italy ...... Dollar ...... 187.00 ...... 187.00 Greece ...... Dollar ...... 137.00 ...... 137.00 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 426.00 ...... 426.00 Oman ...... Dollar ...... 189.00 ...... 189.00 Qatar ...... Dollar ...... 164.00 ...... 164.00 France ...... Dollar ...... 188.00 ...... 188.00 United Kingdom ...... Dollar ...... 232.00 ...... 232.00 Jason W. Maroney United States ...... Dollar ...... 12,294.46 ...... 12,294.46 Japan ...... Dollar ...... 1,248.16 ...... 1,248.16 Senator John McCain: Italy ...... Dollar ...... 135.46 ...... 135.46 Greece ...... Dollar ...... 181.12 ...... 181.12 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 190.84 ...... 190.84 Oman ...... Dollar ...... 623.50 ...... 623.50 France ...... Dollar ...... 229.35 ...... 229.35 United Kingdom ...... Dollar ...... 213.88 ...... 213.88 Senator Carl Levin: United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,446.00 ...... 8,446.00 Japan ...... Dollar ...... 820.00 ...... 820.00 Russell L. Shaffer: United States ...... Dollar ...... 12,294.00 ...... 12,294.00 Japan ...... Dollar ...... 810.00 ...... 810.00 Senator Jim Webb: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,703.90 ...... 13,703.90 Republic of Korea ...... Won ...... 340.00 ...... 340.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 716.00 ...... 716.00 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 194.00 ...... 194.00 Japan ...... Dollar ...... 555.00 ...... 555.00 Gordon I. Peterson: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,703.90 ...... 13,703.90 Republic of Korea ...... Won ...... 340.00 ...... 340.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 716.00 ...... 716.00 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 194.00 ...... 194.00 Japan ...... Yen ...... 555.00 ...... 555.00 Marta McLellan Ross: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,329.90 ...... 13,329.90 Republic of Korea ...... Won ...... 340.00 ...... 340.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 716.00 ...... 716.00 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 194.00 ...... 194.00 Senator Kelly Ayotte: Israel ...... Dollar ...... 179.74 ...... 179.74 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 190.62 ...... 190.62 Brooke F. Buchanan: Thailand ...... Dollar ...... 244.00 ...... 244.00 Burma ...... Dollar ...... 268.00 ...... 268.00 Singapore ...... Dollar ...... 657.00 ...... 657.00 Senator John McCain: Thailand ...... Dollar ...... 584.31 ...... 584.31 Burma ...... Dollar ...... 123.52 ...... 123.52 Singapore ...... Dollar ...... 337.17 ...... 337.17 Senator Lindsey Graham: United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,837.10 ...... 11,837.10 United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,337.85 ...... 10,337.85 Qatar ...... Dollar ...... 298.18 ...... 298.18 Bahrain ...... Dollar ...... 47.77 ...... 47.77 Sergio Sarkany: United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,837.10 ...... 11,837.10 Senator John McCain: Montenegro ...... Dollar ...... 81.59 ...... 81.59 Moldova ...... Dollar ...... 80.41 ...... 80.41 Brooke Buchanan: Montenegro ...... Dollar ...... 162.00 ...... 162.00 Poland ...... Dollar ...... 156.00 ...... 156.00 Moldova ...... Dollar ...... 123.00 ...... 123.00 Christine D. Brose: Italy ...... Dollar ...... 165.00 ...... 165.00 Greece ...... Dollar ...... 119.00 ...... 119.00 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 336.00 ...... 336.00 Oman ...... Dollar ...... 125.00 ...... 125.00 Qatar ...... Dollar ...... 114.00 ...... 114.00 France ...... Dollar ...... 131.00 ...... 131.00 United Kingdom ...... Dollar ...... 105.00 70.00 ...... 175.00 Thailand ...... Dollar ...... 219.00 ...... 219.00 Burma ...... Dollar ...... 227.00 ...... 227.00 Singapore ...... Dollar ...... 489.00 ...... 489.00 Poland ...... Dollar ...... 128.00 ...... 128.00 Montenegro ...... Dollar ...... 131.00 ...... 131.00 Moldova ...... Dollar ...... 76.00 ...... 76.00 Brooke F. Buchanan: United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,273.55 ...... 11,273.55 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 97.62 ...... 97.62 Senator John McCain: United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,790.35 ...... 10,790.35 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 125.55 ...... 125.55 Italy ...... Dollar ...... 50.00 ...... 50.00 Senator James M. Inhofe: France ...... Euro ...... 241.47 ...... 241.47

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Joseph M. Bryan: United States ...... Dollar ...... 4,426.00 ...... 11.00 ...... 4,437.00 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,645.96 ...... 10.00 ...... 1,655.96 Christian D. Brose: United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,508.35 ...... 11,508.35 Egypt ...... Dollar ...... 241.00 ...... 241.00 Italy ...... Dollar ...... 167.00 ...... 167.00 Senator Jeff Sessions: United States ...... Dollar ...... 5,126.80 ...... 5,126.80 Croatia ...... Kuna ...... 260.80 ...... 260.80 France ...... Euro ...... 3,484.44 ...... 3,484.44 Sandra E. Luff: United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,376.70 ...... 10,376.70 Croatia ...... Kuna ...... 481.59 ...... 481.59 France ...... Euro ...... 3,746.74 ...... 3,7476.74 Bryan D. Parker: United States ...... Dollar ...... 5,742.70 ...... 120.00 ...... 5,862.70 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,531.41 ...... 1,531.41 Ilona R. Cohen: United States ...... Dollar ...... 31.28 ...... 13,632.70 ...... 13,663.98 Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,738.38 ...... 31.00 ...... 1,769.38 Total ...... 33,803.43 ...... 180,772.36 ...... 131.00 ...... 214,706.79 SENATOR CARL LEVIN, Chairman, Committee on Armed Services, July 15, 2011.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS FOR TRAVEL FROM Apr. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Nikole Manatt: United States ...... Dollar ...... 1,666.30 ...... 1,666.30 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 532.16 ...... 532.16 United Kingdom ...... Pound ...... 182.00 ...... 182.00 Senator Thad Cochran: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 711.00 ...... 711.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 860.06 ...... 860.06 Senator Daniel Inouye: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 711.00 ...... 711.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 860.06 ...... 860.06 *Delegation Expenses: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 828.64 ...... 828.64 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 8,846.55 ...... 8,846.55 Kay Webber: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 711.00 ...... 711.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 860.06 ...... 860.06 Mary C. Fitzpatrick: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 711.00 ...... 711.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 978.92 ...... 978.92 Margaret Cummisky: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 567.98 ...... 567.98 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 552.44 ...... 552.44 Stewart Holmes: Republic of the Philippines ...... Peso ...... 711.00 ...... 711.00 Vietnam ...... Dong ...... 975.92 ...... 975.92 Senator Daniel Inouye: United States ...... Dollar ...... 12,524.60 ...... 12,524.60 Japan ...... Yen ...... 2,798.82 ...... 2,798.82 *Delegation Expenses: Japan ...... Yen ...... 1,440.98 ...... 1,440.98 Elizabeth Schmid: United States ...... Dollar ...... 12,524.60 ...... 12,524.60 Japan ...... Yen ...... 1,723.21 ...... 1,723.21 Margaret Cummisky: United States ...... Dollar ...... 12,524.60 ...... 12,524.60 Japan ...... Yen ...... 2,042.85 ...... 2,042.85 Senator Thad Cochran: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.35 ...... 2,056.35 Kay Webber: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.34 ...... 2,056.34 Bruce Evans: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.34 ...... 2,056.34 Senator Patrick Leahy: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.34 ...... 2,056.34 *Delegation Expenses: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 6,578.95 ...... 6,578.95 *Delegation Expenses: Ireland ...... Euro ...... 2,469.15 ...... 2,469.15 *Delegation Expenses: Russia ...... Ruble ...... 14,832.06 ...... 14,832.06 Kevin McDonald: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.34 ...... 2,056.34 Senator Lindsey Graham: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 181.73 ...... 181.73 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 171.07 ...... 171.07 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 8.01 ...... 8.01 *Delegation Expenses: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 14,616.88 ...... 14,616.88

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*Delegation Expenses: Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 10,047.00 ...... 10,047.00 *Delegation Expenses: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 7,056.23 ...... 7,056.23 Paul Grove: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 286.00 ...... 286.00 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 92.00 ...... 92.00 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 168.00 ...... 168.00 Andrew King: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 179.73 ...... 179.73 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 171.07 ...... 171.07 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 19.55 ...... 19.55 United States ...... Dollar ...... 63.77 ...... 63.77 Senator Roy Blunt: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 286.00 ...... 286.00 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 92.00 ...... 92.00 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 168.00 ...... 168.00 Senator Mark Kirk: Bahrain ...... Dinar ...... 24.00 ...... 24.00 Djibouti ...... Franc ...... 56.00 ...... 298.30 ...... 354.30 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 20.00 ...... 20.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,793.70 ...... 10,793.70 *Delegation Expenses: Bahrain ...... Dinar ...... 1,332.00 ...... 1,332.00 Djibouti ...... Franc ...... 2,596.00 ...... 2,596.00 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 10,642.11 ...... 10,642.11 Dennis Balkham: Bahrain ...... Dinar ...... 24.00 ...... 24.00 Djibouti ...... Franc ...... 56.00 ...... 56.00 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 20.00 ...... 20.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,793.70 ...... 10,793.70 Patrick Magnuson: Bahrain ...... Dinar ...... 20.00 ...... 20.00 Djibouti ...... Franc ...... 19.00 ...... 19.00 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 20.00 ...... 20.00 Paul Grove: Kuwait ...... Dinar ...... 113.00 ...... 113.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 7,042.10 ...... 7,042.10 Charles Houy: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 445.00 ...... 445.00 South Africa ...... Rand ...... 322.00 ...... 322.00 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 647.00 ...... 274.00 ...... 921.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,517.50 ...... 10,517.50 Gary Reese: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 474.00 ...... 474.00 South Africa ...... Rand ...... 360.00 ...... 360.00 Kenya ...... Kenyan Schilling ...... 685.00 ...... 271.00 ...... 956.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 10,517.50 ...... 10,517.50 Senator Thad Cochran: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.70 ...... 6,442.70 Senator Tom Harkin: France ...... Euro ...... 6,371.11 ...... 6,371.11 Senator Frank Lautenberg: France ...... Euro ...... 5,690.00 ...... 5,690.00 Senator Richard Shelby: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.70 ...... 6,442.70 Senator Daniel Inouye: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.70 ...... 6,442.70 Anne Caldwell: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.70 ...... 6,442.70 Gary Reese: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.70 ...... 6,442.70 Charles Houy: France ...... Euro ...... 6,180.00 ...... 6,180.00 Elizabeth Schmid: France ...... Euro ...... 6,265.60 ...... 6,265.60 Brian Potts: France ...... Euro ...... 6,259.77 ...... 6,259.77 Stewart Holmes: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.77 ...... 6,442.77 Gary Myrick: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.77 ...... 6,442.77 Dave Schiappa: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.77 ...... 6,442.77 Kay Webber: France ...... Euro ...... 6,442.77 ...... 6,442.77 Total ...... 126,908.21 ...... 89,747.90 ...... 81,350.32 ...... 298,006.43 SENATOR DANIEL K. INOUYE, Chairman, Committee on Appropriations, July 22, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

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Senator Mike Crapo: Ukraine ...... Hyrvnia ...... 362.00 ...... 362.00 Georgia ...... Lari ...... 148.00 ...... 148.00 Lithuania ...... Litas ...... 167.00 ...... 167.00 Estonia ...... Euro ...... 220.00 ...... 220.00 Senator Richard Shelby: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 500.00 ...... 500.00 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 808.00 ...... 808.00 Ireland ...... Pounds ...... 263.00 ...... 263.00 Anne Caldwell: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 500.00 ...... 500.00

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Russia ...... Ruble ...... 808.00 ...... 808.00 Ireland ...... Pounds ...... 263.00 ...... 263.00 Daniel O’Brien: Spain ...... Euro ...... 615.00 ...... 615.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,010.30 ...... 8,010.30 Total ...... 4,654.00 ...... 8,010.30 ...... 12,664.30 SENATOR TIM JOHNSON, Chairman, Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, July 12, 2011.

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Senator Roy Blunt: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,523.20 ...... 13,523.20 Republic of Korea ...... Won ...... 366.68 ...... 366.68 Mongolia ...... Tugrik ...... 425.19 ...... 425.19 China ...... Yuan ...... 2,724.95 ...... 2,724.95 Brian Diffell: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,523.20 ...... 13,523.20 Republic of Korea ...... Won ...... 366.68 ...... 366.68 Mongolia ...... Tugrik ...... 425.19 ...... 425.19 China ...... Yuan ...... 2,724.95 ...... 2,724.95 *Delegation Expenses: China ...... Dollar ...... 299.00 ...... 299.00 Total ...... 7,033.64 ...... 27,046.40 ...... 299.00 ...... 34,379.04 SENATOR JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER IV, Chairman, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, July 22, 2011. *Delegation Expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State under authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

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Isaac Edwards: United States ...... Dollar ...... 6,425.09 ...... 6,425.09 Micronesia ...... Dollar ...... 274.00 ...... 274.00 Marshall Islands ...... Dollar ...... 362.25 ...... 362.25 Al Stayman: United States ...... Dollar ...... 6,425.09 ...... 6,425.09 Micronesia ...... Dollar ...... 271.54 ...... 271.54 Marshall Islands ...... Dollar ...... 380.95 ...... 380.95 Total ...... 1,288.74 ...... 12,850.18 ...... 14,138.92 SENATOR JEFF BINGAMAN, Chairman, Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, June 24, 2011.

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Dimitrios Karakitsos: United States ...... Dollar ...... 1,795.90 ...... 1,795.90 Switzerland ...... Franc ...... 1,098.00 ...... 1,098.00 Total ...... 1,098.00 ...... 1,795.90 ...... 2,893.90 SENATOR BARBARA BOXER, Chairman, Committee on Environment and Public Works, July 22, 2011.

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Amber Cottle: Brazil ...... Real ...... 115.16 ...... 115.16 Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,437.59 ...... 1,437.59

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United States ...... Dollar ...... 6,462.50 ...... 6,462.50 Total ...... 1,552.75 ...... 6,462.50 ...... 8,015.25 SENATOR MAX BAUCUS, Chairman, Committee on Finance, July 28, 2011.

Amber Cottle: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 2,024.70 ...... 2,024.70 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Chelsea Thomas: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 2,064.38 ...... 2,064.38 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Michael Smart: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,980.69 ...... 1,980.69 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Gabriel Adler: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 2,146.34 ...... 2,146.34 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Everett Eisenstat: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,936.16 ...... 1,936.16 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 David Johanson: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,867.19 ...... 1,867.19 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Rebecca Nasca: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,883.94 ...... 1,883.94 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 James Catella: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,815.22 ...... 1,815.22 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Rori Kramer: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,914.81 ...... 1,914.81 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Jeffrey Phan: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,778.17 ...... 1,778.17 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Andrew Siracuse: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,870.43 ...... 1,870.43 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Verna Regier: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,923.92 ...... 1,923.92 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Daniel Sepulveda: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 2,010.62 ...... 2,010.62 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Janel George: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,902.33 ...... 1,902.33 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 Arnoldo Vela: Colombia ...... Peso ...... 1,901.20 ...... 1,901.20 United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,955.60 ...... 2,955.60 *Delegation Expenses: United States ...... Dollar ...... 25,237.00 ...... 25,237.00 Senator John Thune: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 819.73 ...... 819.73 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 309.94 ...... 309.94 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 268.13 ...... 268.13 Senator Maria Cantwell: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 802.75 ...... 802.75 Egypt ...... Egyptian Pound ...... 309.94 ...... 309.94 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 256.59 ...... 256.59 Chelsea Thomas: Zambia ...... Kwacha ...... 1,310.31 ...... 1,310.31 South Africa ...... Rand ...... 31.94 ...... 31.94 United States ...... Dollar ...... 9,800.90 ...... 9,800.90 Total ...... 33,129.43 ...... 54,134.90 ...... 25,237.00 ...... 112,501.33 SENATOR MAX BAUCUS Chairman, Committee on Finance, July 28, 2011. *Delegation expenses include: interpretation, transportation, embassy travel and overtime, as well as other official expenses in accordance with the responsibilities of the host country.

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Senator John Barrasso: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 179.73 ...... 179.73 Egypt ...... Dinar ...... 171.07 ...... 171.07 Belgium ...... Euro ...... 19.55 ...... 19.55 Senator Christopher Coons: Nigeria ...... Naira ...... 55.00 ...... 55.00 Benin ...... Franc ...... 67.00 ...... 67.00 Ghana ...... Cedi ...... 17.79 ...... 17.79 United States ...... Dollar ...... 7,591.10 ...... 7,591.10

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Senator Johnny Isakson: Nigeria ...... Naira ...... 55.00 ...... 55.00 Benin ...... Franc ...... 100.00 ...... 100.00 Ghana ...... Cedi ...... 23.24 ...... 23.24 United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,878.10 ...... 8,878.10 Senator John Kerry: Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 10.00 ...... 10.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,738.50 ...... 11,738.50 Senator John Kerry: United Kingdom ...... Pound ...... 177.67 ...... 177.67 France ...... Euro ...... 589.22 ...... 589.22 United States ...... Dollar ...... 9,741.20 ...... 9,741.20 Senator John Kerry: Italy ...... Euro ...... 50.00 ...... 50.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 4,406.00 ...... 4,406.00 Senator Robert Menendez: Spain ...... Euro ...... 415.00 ...... 415.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 7,782.30 ...... 7,782.30 Jennifer Berlin: Afghanistan ...... Afghani ...... 13.00 ...... 13.00 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 78.00 ...... 78.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,703.50 ...... 11,703.50 Jonah Blank: United Kingdom ...... Pound ...... 755.00 ...... 755.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 775.00 ...... 775.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 14,741.80 ...... 14,741.80 Jason Bruder: Turkey ...... Lirasi ...... 852.00 ...... 852.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 1,993.10 ...... 1,993.10 Perry Cammack: Israel ...... Shekel ...... 513.00 ...... 513.00 Lebanon ...... Pound ...... 444.00 ...... 444.00 Egypt ...... Pound ...... 468.00 ...... 468.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 3,922.85 ...... 3,922.85 Heidi Crebo-Rediker: Egypt ...... Pound ...... 537.62 ...... 537.62 United States ...... Dollar ...... 4,026.70 ...... 4,026.70 Steven Feldstein: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 193.00 ...... 193.00 United Kingdom ...... Pound ...... 364.00 ...... 364.00 Tunisia ...... Dinar ...... 1,052.00 ...... 1,052.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 4,450.80 ...... 4,450.80 Douglas Frantz: Afghanistan ...... Afghani ...... 206.00 ...... 206.00 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 115.00 ...... 115.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,673.50 ...... 11,673.50 Christina Gleason: Nigeria ...... Naira ...... 94.00 ...... 94.00 Benin ...... Franc ...... 108.00 ...... 108.00 Ghana ...... Cedi ...... 18.45 ...... 18.45 Christina Gleason: United States ...... Dollar ...... 7,591.10 ...... 7,591.10 Jodi Herman: Spain ...... Euro ...... 469.26 ...... 469.26 United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,010.30 ...... 8,010.30 Frank Jannuzi: China ...... RMB ...... 2,387.00 ...... 2,387.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 15,659.90 ...... 15,659.90 Garrett Johnson: Haiti ...... Dollar ...... 1,554.00 ...... 1,554.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 894.20 ...... 894.20 Gregory Kausner: United Kingdom ...... Pounds ...... 718.84 ...... 718.84 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 101.00 ...... 101.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 911.00 ...... 911.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 14,741.80 ...... 14,741.80 Tamara Klajn: Zambia ...... Kwacha ...... 1,240.00 ...... 1,240.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 4,553.90 ...... 4,553.90 Frank Lowenstein: Egypt ...... Pound ...... 30.00 ...... 30.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 199.00 ...... 199.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,147.00 ...... 8,147.00 Nicholas Ma: Tunisia ...... Dinar ...... 554.88 ...... 554.88 United States ...... Dollar ...... 3,411.40 ...... 3,411.40 Carl Meacham: Haiti ...... Dollar ...... 1,036.00 ...... 1,036.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 897.90 ...... 897.90 Sarah Peck: Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 325.00 ...... 325.00 United Arab Emirates ...... Dirham ...... 160.00 ...... 160.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,219.20 ...... 11,219.20 Christopher Sullivan: Nigeria ...... Naira ...... 94.00 ...... 94.00 Benin ...... Franc ...... 66.00 ...... 66.00 Ghana ...... Cedi ...... 29.88 ...... 29.88 United States ...... Dollar ...... 8,878.10 ...... 8,878.10 Faterma Sumar: Afghanistan ...... Afghani ...... 185.00 ...... 185.00 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 96.00 ...... 96.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 11,473.50 ...... 11,473.50 Atman Trivedi: Japan ...... Yen ...... 522.00 ...... 522.00 South Korea ...... Won ...... 680.00 ...... 680.00 United States ...... Dollar ...... 5,437.10 ...... 5,437.10

Total ...... 19,875.20 ...... 203,564.85 ...... 223,440.05 SENATOR JOHN F. KERRY, Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, July 27, 2011.

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Senator Thomas R. Carper: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,433.70 ...... 13,433.70 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,669.45 ...... 1,669.45 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 283.18 ...... 283.18 Harlan C. Geer: United States ...... Dollar ...... 13,892.70 ...... 13,892.70 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,711.46 ...... 1,711.46 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 283.07 ...... 283.07 Vance Serchuk: United States ...... Dollar ...... 1,388.20 ...... 1,388.20 England ...... Pound ...... 942.51 ...... 942.51 Vance Serchuk: United States ...... Dollar ...... 20,805.20 ...... 20,805.20 Singapore ...... Dollar ...... 657.00 ...... 657.00 Christopher Griffin: United States ...... Dollar ...... 20,805.20 ...... 20,805.20 Singapore ...... Dollar ...... 493.00 ...... 493.00 Bradford Belzak: United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,831.05 ...... 2,831.05 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 430.00 ...... 430.00 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 1,762.00 ...... 1,762.00 Lisa Powell: United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,831.05 ...... 2,831.05 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 447.00 ...... 447.00 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 1,735.00 ...... 1,735.00 Eric Tamarkin: United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,831.05 ...... 2,831.05 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 442.27 ...... 442.27 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 1,730.00 ...... 1,730.00 Elyse Greenwald: United States ...... Dollar ...... 2,831.05 ...... 2,831.05 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 430.00 ...... 430.00 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 1,715.00 ...... 1,715.00 *Delegation Expenses: India ...... Rupee ...... 562.22 ...... 562.22 Pakistan ...... Rupee ...... 2,026.31 ...... 2,026.31 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 1,300.50 ...... 1,300.50

Total ...... 14,730.04 ...... 81,649.20 ...... 3,889.03 ...... 100,269.17 SENATOR JOSEPH I. LIEBERMAN, Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, July 26, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State and the Department of Defense under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY FOR TRAVEL FROM APR. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Senator Jon Kyl: Ukraine ...... Hryvnia ...... 751.83 ...... 751.83 Georgia ...... Lari ...... 210.44 ...... 210.44 Lithuania ...... Litas ...... 214.92 ...... 214.92 Latvia ...... Lat ...... 7.74 ...... 7.74 Estonia ...... Euro ...... 372.12 ...... 372.12 Timothy Morrison: Ukraine ...... Hryvnia ...... 846.50 ...... 846.50 Georgia ...... Lari ...... 210.44 ...... 210.44 Lithuania ...... Litas ...... 211.36 ...... 211.36 Latvia ...... Lat ...... 11.41 ...... 11.41 Estonia ...... Euro ...... 373.50 ...... 373.50 *Delegation Expenses: Ukraine ...... Hryvnia ...... 2,716.97 ...... 2,716.97 Georgia ...... Lari ...... 265.06 ...... 265.06 Lithuania ...... Litas ...... 307.44 ...... 307.44 Latvia ...... Lat ...... 141.86 ...... 141.86 Estonia ...... Euro ...... 1,311.72 ...... 1,311.72 Senator Charles Grassley: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 544.43 ...... 544.43 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 1,858.95 ...... 1,858.95 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 346.81 ...... 346.81 Elisabeth Levine: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 631.17 ...... 631.17 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 1,890.17 ...... 1,890.17 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 432.20 ...... 432.20 J. Edward Pagano: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 788.60 ...... 788.60 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 2,056.34 ...... 2,056.34 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 462.96 ...... 462.96 *Delegation Expenses: Belgium ...... Euro ...... 1,973.68 ...... 1,973.68 Russia ...... Ruble ...... 4,449.61 ...... 4,449.61 Ireland ...... Euro ...... 935.96 ...... 935.96

Total ...... 12,221.89 ...... 12,102.30 ...... 24,324.19 SENATOR PATRICK J. LEAHY, Chairman, Committee on the Judiciary, July 26, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

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Joan Kirchner: Nigeria ...... Naira ...... 55.00 ...... 55.00 Benin ...... Franc ...... 58.00 ...... 58.00 Ghana ...... Cedi ...... 11.73 ...... 11.73 United States ...... Dollar ...... 9,206.10 ...... 9,206.10 Total ...... 124.73 ...... 9,206.10 ...... 9,330.83 SENATOR TOM HARKIN, Chairman, Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, July 13, 2011.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), COMMITTEE ON SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR TRAVEL FROM APR. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Senator Mary L. Landrieu: United States ...... Dollar ...... 1,989.10 ...... 1,989.10 Guatemala ...... Quetzal ...... 1,112.00 ...... 1,112.00 *Delegation Expenses: Guatemala ...... Quetzal ...... 5,139.00 ...... 5,139.00 Total ...... 1,112.00 ...... 1,989.10 ...... 5,139.00 ...... 8,240.10 SENATOR MARY L. LANDRIEU, Chairman, Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, July 22, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–382, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE—ADDENDUM TO 1ST QUARTER REPORT FOR 2011—FOR TRAVEL FROM JAN. 1 TO MAR. 31, 2011

Senator Saxby Chambliss: Dollar ...... 119.54 ...... 119.54 Total ...... 119.54 ...... 119.54 SENATOR DIANNE FEINSTEIN, Chairman, Committee on Intelligence, July 12, 2011.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE FOR TRAVEL FROM APR. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Andrew Kerr: ...... 1,534.00 ...... 1,534.00 Dollar ...... 9,122.90 ...... 9,122.90 James Smythers: ...... 1,446.00 ...... 1,446.00 Dollar ...... 9,122.90 ...... 9,122.90 Brian Walsh: ...... 1,384.78 ...... 1,384.78 Dollar ...... 5,300.27 ...... 5,300.27 Brian Miller: ...... 893.30 ...... 893.30 Dollar ...... 5,335.27 ...... 5,335.27 Martha Scott Poindexter: ...... 2,563.82 ...... 2,563.82 Dollar ...... 9,997.35 ...... 9,997.35 James Smythers: ...... 2,275.00 ...... 2,275.00 Dollar ...... 9,997.35 ...... 9,997.35 Total ...... 10,096.90 ...... 48,876.04 ...... 58,972.94 SENATOR DIANNE FEINSTEIN, Chairman, Committee on Intelligence, July 12, 2011.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), CODEL McCONNELL TRAVEL FROM APR. 15 TO APR. 23, 2011

Senator Mitch McConnell: South Korea ...... Won ...... 400.00 ...... 400.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,531.00 ...... 1,531.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 501.00 ...... 501.00 Senator Mike Johanns: South Korea ...... Won ...... 248.81 ...... 248.81

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India ...... Rupee ...... 986.00 ...... 986.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 251.00 ...... 251.00 Senator Jerry Moran: South Korea ...... Won ...... 230.00 ...... 230.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 943.00 ...... 943.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 282.00 ...... 282.00 Senator Rob Portman: ...... Senator John Hoeven: ...... Tom Hawkins: South Korea ...... Won ...... 400.00 ...... 400.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 820.00 ...... 820.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 409.00 ...... 409.00 Rohit Kumar: South Korea ...... Won ...... 400.00 ...... 400.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 967.00 ...... 967.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 409.00 ...... 409.00 Roy E. Brownell II: South Korea ...... Won ...... 350.00 ...... 350.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,069.18 ...... 1,069.18 Italy ...... Euro ...... 309.00 ...... 309.00 Stefanie Hagar: South Korea ...... Won ...... 400.00 ...... 400.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,160.89 ...... 1,160.89 Italy ...... Euro ...... 409.00 ...... 409.00 Sally Walsh: South Korea ...... Won ...... 400.00 ...... 400.00 India ...... Rupee ...... 1,279.00 ...... 1,279.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 409.00 ...... 409.00 *Delegation Expenses: South Korea ...... Won ...... 4,227.12 ...... 4,227.12 India ...... Rupee ...... 6,313.42 ...... 6,313.42 Afghanistan ...... Dollar ...... 57.00 ...... 57.00 Italy ...... Euro ...... 4,953.65 ...... 4,953.65 Total ...... 14,563.88 ...... 15,551.19 ...... 30,115.07 SENATOR MITCH McCONNELL, Chairman, Codel McConnell, June 20, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State and the Department of Defense under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), REPUBLICAN LEADER FOR TRAVEL FROM APR. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Thomas Hawkins: United States ...... Dollar ...... 9,997.35 ...... 9,997.35 Israel ...... Shekel ...... 879.00 ...... 879.00 Jordan ...... Dinar ...... 460.98 ...... 460.98 Egypt ...... Pound ...... 481.82 ...... 481.82 Total ...... 1,821.80 ...... 9,997.35 ...... 11,819.15 SENATOR MITCH McCONNELL, Republican Leader, Senator Mitch McConnell, July 1, 2011.

CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR FOREIGN TRAVEL BY MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. SENATE, UNDER AUTHORITY OF SEC. 22, P.L. 95–384—22 U.S.C. 1754(b), CODEL REID FOR TRAVEL FROM APR. 1 TO JUNE 30, 2011

Senator Harry Reid: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Senator Richard Shelby: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Senator Barbara Boxer: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 890.00 ...... 890.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,129.47 ...... 1,129.47 Senator Richard Durbin: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 945.50 ...... 945.50 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,292.94 ...... 1,292.94 Senator Michael Enzi: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 817.00 ...... 817.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,270.00 ...... 1,270.00 Senator Charles Schumer: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Senator Frank Lautenberg: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Senator Johnny Isakson: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 816.00 ...... 816.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,284.00 ...... 1,284.00 Senator Jeff Merkley: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 817.00 ...... 817.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,233.00 ...... 1,233.00 Senator Michael Bennet: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 0.00 ......

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China ...... Yuan ...... 0.00 ...... Dr. Brian Monahan: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 941.00 ...... 941.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,409.00 ...... 1,409.00 Michael Castellano: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Jon Summers: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Stephen Krupin: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Terrell Henry: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 1,040.00 ...... 1,040.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,507.00 ...... 1,507.00 Julia Reed: Hong Kong ...... Dollar ...... 940.00 ...... 940.00 China ...... Yuan ...... 1,438.48 ...... 1,438.48 *Delegation Expenses: Hong Kong ...... 10,931.08 ...... 10,931.08 China ...... 20,070.19 ...... 20,070.19 Total ...... 35,599.39 ...... 31,001.27 ...... 66,600.66 SENATOR HARRY REID, Majority Leader, July 22, 2011. *Delegation expenses include payments and reimbursements to the Department of State, and the Department of Defense under the authority of Sec. 502(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1954, as amended by Sec. 22 of P.L. 95–384, and S. Res. 179 agreed to May 25, 1977. h THANKING SENATE STAFF set up a long time ago to allow under- undermine the economy and disrupt the essential business of government unless they Mr. REID. Mr. President, first of all, populated areas to be able to be in touch with the rest of the States. get policy concessions they would never have I appreciate your patience presiding been able to enact through legislation. over the Senate at this late hour. I ex- The Republicans have tried to eliminate essential air service. That is the That is where we are with the FAA tend my appreciation to this staff, ev- problem. He goes on to say: erybody here, for all this work. About ransom we are asking now for an ex- As I said, it’s not complicated. Yet many the last month has been very difficult. tension of the FAA bill. I am not going to ask consent today; we have asked it people in the news media apparently can’t I appreciate very much the profes- bring themselves to acknowledge this simple sionalism that is shown here in the many times. But I want the RECORD to be spread with how unreasonable it is, reality. News reports portray the parties as Senate and the efforts they go to to equally intransigent; pundits fantasize about what the Republicans have done. As a make all of us look good. Sometimes some kind of ‘‘centrist’’ uprising, as if the result of their activities, the House Re- that takes a lot of effort. But I do ap- problem was too much partisanship on both publicans, we have 80,000 people who preciate their working so hard together sides. Some of us have long complained will not be working now—80,000 people, here at the desk. If there is ever any- about the cult of ‘‘balance,’’ the insistence more than 70,000 construction workers on portraying both parties as equally wrong thing that is bipartisan, it is right and thousands of people who are em- and equally at fault on any issue, never mind here, Republicans and Democrats, and ployees of the Federal Aviation Admin- the facts. I joked long ago that if one party there is no partisanship on the Senate istration. declared that the earth was flat, the head- floor. Step back a little bit and there is For example, in Nevada we have an lines would read ‘‘Views Differ on Shape of when we are away from the profes- air traffic control tower, a new one Planet.’’ But would that cult still rule in a situation as stark as the one we now face, in sional staff, but I appreciate very much that needs to be built. It is going to be their hard work. which one party is clearly engaged in black- big, expensive, and necessary. The mail? f work has stopped. They worked there He went on to say more and then he EXTENSION OF THE FEDERAL for less than a month. The work has said: stopped. The construction work has AVIATION ADMINISTRATION The answer, it turns out, is yes. And this is stopped. no laughing matter: The cult of balance has Mr. REID. Mr. President, we have I talked to the Senator from Cali- tried for days now to change what the played an important role in bringing us to fornia, Senator BOXER, today. In Palm Republicans in the House have tried to the edge of disaster. For when reporting on Springs they have one that is essential, political disputes always implies that both do to the American people. In fact, it is badly needed. Work has stopped on sides are to blame, there is no penalty for ex- appears they are going to be able to do that. tremism. Voters won’t punish you for out- it. We have the extension of the Fed- Construction projects all over Amer- rageous behavior if all they ever hear is that eral Aviation Administration legisla- ica are held up at our airports. It is so both sides are at fault. tion that is being held up. We wanted a very unreasonable what they have Mr. President, I wish the press would temporary extension for the next few done. I appreciate KAY BAILEY report this outrageous conduct on the weeks. We have already extended it HUTCHISON, the Republican Senator part of the House Republicans, in effect more than 20 times. We thought we from Texas, who has worked with the closing down work for 80,000 people in should do it again. We have done that. chairman of the committee, JAY America because of their trying to That has been routine until we get ROCKEFELLER, to try to work past this. eliminate essential air service. some of the big issues worked out. But She agrees with Senator ROCKEFELLER The issue is certainly more than Republicans wanted to increase the it is unreasonable that they have done that. We know it is a labor issue. We ante a little bit this time with essen- this. have one airline that is terribly anti- tial air service. In Pennsylvania, some What I want to do is read a column union and they are the ones behind all of the rural areas—the Presiding Offi- out of the New York Times of July 29. this. They are using the essential air cer is from Pennsylvania; of course, The writer introduces his column by service as a guise to get what they Nevada has a lot of rural areas, and saying: want. other States. Even the heavily popu- The facts of the crisis over the debt ceiling I am not going to ask consent, but I lated State of New York has essential aren’t complicated. Republicans have, in ef- want the American people to know why air service. Essential air service was fect, taken America hostage, threatening to essential air service is being attacked

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Mr. President, I ask unan- the Senate to proceed to the consider- that may be used by any user. imous consent that on Tuesday, Sep- ation of those two bills; is that right? ‘‘(c) USER FEES.— tember 6, 2011, at 5 p.m., the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. That is ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator may proceed to Executive Session to con- correct. impose on users such reasonable service fees sider Calendar No. 109; that there be 30 Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent as the Administrator determines to be nec- minutes of debate equally divided in that the bills be read a third time and essary to pay costs incurred in developing, the usual form; that upon the use or passed, en bloc; the motions to recon- operating, maintaining, and upgrading the yielding back of that time the Senate sider be laid upon the table en bloc, system, including any costs incurred in col- proceed to vote with no intervening ac- lecting and processing data from any paper and any relevant statements be printed manifest submitted to the system after the tion or debate on Calendar No. 109, the in the RECORD. motion to reconsider be laid upon the date on which the system enters operation. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ‘‘(2) COLLECTION OF FEES.—The Adminis- table, with no intervening action or de- objection, it is so ordered. trator shall— bate; that any related statements be f ‘‘(A) collect the fees described in paragraph printed in the RECORD; that the Presi- (1) from the users in advance of, or as reim- dent be immediately notified of the HAZARDOUS WASTE ELECTRONIC bursement for, the provision by the Adminis- Senate’s action and the Senate resume MANIFEST ESTABLISHMENT ACT trator of system-related services; and legislative session. The bill (S. 710) to amend the Solid ‘‘(B) deposit the fees in the Fund for use in The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Waste Disposal Act to direct the Ad- accordance with this subsection. objection, it is so ordered. ‘‘(3) FEE STRUCTURE.— ministrator of the Environmental Pro- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator, in f tection Agency to establish a haz- consultation with information technology THE LEAHY-SMITH AMERICA IN- ardous waste electronic manifest sys- vendors, shall determine through the con- VENTS ACT—MOTION TO PRO- tem was ordered to be engrossed for a tract award process described in subsection CEED third reading, was read the third time, (e) the fee structure that is necessary to re- and passed, as follows: cover the full cost to the Administrator of Mr. REID. Mr. President, I move to providing system-related services, including S. 710 proceed to Calendar No. 87, H.R. 1249. costs relating to— The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ‘‘(i) materials and supplies; clerk will report. resentatives of the United States of America in ‘‘(ii) contracting and consulting; The assistant legislative clerk read Congress assembled, ‘‘(iii) overhead; as follows: SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(iv) information technology (including Motion to proceed to the bill (H.R. 1249) to This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Hazardous costs of hardware, software, and related serv- amend title 35, United States Code, to pro- Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment ices); vide for patent reform. Act’’. ‘‘(v) information management; CLOTURE MOTION SEC. 2. HAZARDOUS WASTE ELECTRONIC MANI- ‘‘(vi) collection of service fees; Mr. REID. I have a cloture motion at FEST SYSTEM. ‘‘(vii) investment of any unused service (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle C of the Solid the desk. fees; Waste Disposal Act (42 U.S.C. 6921 et seq.) is ‘‘(viii) reporting and accounting; The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- amended by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(ix) employment of direct and indirect ture motion having been presented ‘‘SEC. 3024. HAZARDOUS WASTE ELECTRONIC Government personnel dedicated to estab- under rule XXII, the Chair directs the MANIFEST SYSTEM. lishing and maintaining the system; and clerk to read the motion. ‘‘(a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ‘‘(x) project management. The assistant legislative clerk read ‘‘(1) BOARD.—The term ‘Board’ means the ‘‘(B) ADJUSTMENTS IN FEE AMOUNT.— as follows: Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Sys- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator, in CLOTURE MOTION tem Advisory Board established under sub- consultation with the Board, shall increase We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- section (f). or decrease amount of a service fee deter- ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the ‘‘(2) FUND.—The term ‘Fund’ means the mined under the fee structure described in Standing Rules of the Senate, hereby move Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Sys- subparagraph (A) to a level that will— to bring to a close debate on the motion to tem Fund established by subsection (d). ‘‘(I) result in the collection of an aggregate proceed to Calendar No. 87, H.R. 1249, the ‘‘(3) PERSON.—The term ‘person’ includes amount for deposit in the Fund that is suffi- Leahy-Smith America Invents Act. an individual, corporation (including a Gov- cient to cover current and projected system- Harry Reid, Patrick J. Leahy, Thomas R. ernment corporation), company, association, related costs (including any necessary sys- Carper, Joseph I. Lieberman, Richard firm, partnership, society, joint stock com- tem upgrades); and Blumenthal, Charles E. Schumer, Amy pany, trust, municipality, commission, Fed- ‘‘(II) minimize, to the maximum extent Klobuchar, Robert Menendez, Jeanne eral agency, State, political subdivision of a practicable, the accumulation of unused Shaheen, John F. Kerry, Mark Udall, State, or interstate body. amounts in the Fund. Mark R. Warner, Ben Nelson, Jeff ‘‘(4) SYSTEM.—The term ‘system’ means ‘‘(ii) EXCEPTION FOR INITIAL PERIOD OF OP- Bingaman, Max Baucus, Mark Begich, the hazardous waste electronic manifest sys- ERATION.—The requirement described in Robert P. Casey, Jr. tem established under subsection (b). clause (i)(II) shall not apply to any addi- Mr. REID. I now ask unanimous con- ‘‘(5) USER.—The term ‘user’ means a haz- tional fees that accumulate in the Fund, in ardous waste generator, a hazardous waste an amount that does not exceed $2,000,000, sent that on Tuesday, September 6, fol- transporter, an owner or operator of a haz- during the 3-year period beginning on the lowing the disposition of the nomina- ardous waste treatment, storage, recycling, date on which the system enters operation. tion of Bernice Bouie Donald and the or disposal facility, or any other person ‘‘(iii) TIMING OF ADJUSTMENTS.—Adjust- resumption of the legislative session, that— ments to service fees described in clause (i) the Senate proceed to vote on the mo- ‘‘(A) is required to use a manifest to com- shall be made— tion to invoke cloture on the motion to ply with any Federal or State requirement ‘‘(I) initially, at the time at which initial proceed to Calendar No. 87, H.R. 1249; to track the shipment, transportation, and development costs of the system have been further, that the mandatory quorum receipt of hazardous waste or other material recovered by the Administrator such that under rule XXII be waived. that is shipped from the site of generation to the service fee may be reduced to reflect the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without an off-site facility for treatment, storage, elimination of the system development com- disposal, or recycling; and ponent of the fee; and objection, it is so ordered. ‘‘(B)(i) elects to use the system to com- ‘‘(II) periodically thereafter, upon receipt f plete and transmit an electronic manifest and acceptance of the findings of any annual THE CALENDAR format; or accounting or auditing report under sub- ‘‘(ii) submits to the system for data proc- section (d)(6), if the report discloses a signifi- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- essing purposes a paper copy of the manifest cant disparity for a fiscal year between the imous consent that the Senate proceed (or data from such a paper copy), in accord- funds collected from service fees under this

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and Waste Electronic Manifest System Fund’, (Public Law 101–576; 104 Stat. 2838) and ‘‘(iv) provides the waste receipt data appli- consisting of— amendments made by that Act; and cable to the biennial reports required by sec- ‘‘(A) such amounts as are appropriated to ‘‘(II) the Government Management Reform tion 3002(a)(6). the Fund under paragraph (2); and Act of 1994 (Public Law 103–356; 108 Stat. 3410) ‘‘(4) PAYMENT STRUCTURE.—Each contract ‘‘(B) any interest earned on investment of and amendments made by that Act; and awarded under this subsection shall include amounts in the Fund under paragraph (4). ‘‘(ii) an accounting describing actual ex- a provision that specifies— ‘‘(A) the service fee structure of the con- ‘‘(2) TRANSFERS TO FUND.—There are appro- penditures from the Fund for the period cov- priated to the Fund amounts equivalent to ered by the report for costs described in sub- tractor that will form the basis for payments to the contractor; amounts collected as fees and received by section (c)(1). ‘‘(B) the fixed-share ratio of monthly serv- the Administrator under subsection (c). ‘‘(B) AUDITING.— ice fee revenues from which the Adminis- ‘‘(3) EXPENDITURES FROM FUND.— ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For the purpose of sec- trator shall reimburse the contractor for ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Subject to paragraph tion 3515(c) of title 31, United States Code, system-related development, operation, and (2), on request by the Administrator, the the Fund shall be considered a component of maintenance costs and provide an additional Secretary of the Treasury shall transfer an Executive agency. profit or fee commensurate with the risk un- from the Fund to the Administrator such ‘‘(ii) COMPONENTS OF AUDIT.—The annual dertaken by the contractor in performing in amounts as the Administrator determines to audit required in accordance with sections accordance with the contract; be necessary to pay costs incurred in devel- 3515(b) and 3521 of title 31, United States Code, of the financial statements of activi- ‘‘(C) the amount of additional trans- oping, operating, maintaining, and upgrad- actional costs attributed to— ing the system under subsection (c). ties carried out using amounts from the Fund shall include an analysis of— ‘‘(i) the ancillary costs of the Adminis- ‘‘(B) USE OF FUNDS.— trator in implementing and managing the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—Fees collected by the Ad- ‘‘(I) the fees collected and disbursed under this section; system, including the costs of integrating ministrator and deposited in the Fund under the applications of the contractor with the this section shall be available to the Admin- ‘‘(II) the reasonableness of the fee structure in place as of the date of the audit to central data exchange architecture of the istrator for use in accordance with this sec- Environmental Protection Agency; tion without fiscal year limitation and with- meet current and projected costs of the system; ‘‘(ii) the direct and indirect personnel costs out further appropriation. incurred by the Administrator to employ ‘‘(ii) OVERSIGHT.—The Administrator shall ‘‘(III) the level of use of the system by users; and personnel dedicated to the implementation carry out all necessary measures to ensure and management of the system; and ‘‘(IV) the success to date of the system in that amounts in the Fund are used only to ‘‘(iii) expenses incurred in procuring any operating on a self-sustaining basis and im- carry out the goals of establishing, oper- independent contractor services to assist proving the efficiency of tracking waste ating, maintaining, upgrading, managing, staff of the Administrator in the preparation shipments and transmitting waste shipment supporting, and overseeing the system. of financial statements and reports and the data. ‘‘(4) INVESTMENT OF AMOUNTS.— conduct of regular user group and govern- ‘‘(iii) FEDERAL RESPONSIBILITY.—The In- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the ance meetings necessary for the oversight of spector General of the Environmental Pro- Treasury shall invest such portion of the the system. tection Agency shall— Fund as is not, in the judgment of the Sec- ‘‘(5) CANCELLATION AND TERMINATION.— ‘‘(I) conduct the annual audit described in retary of the Treasury and the Adminis- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—If the Administrator de- trator, required to meet current with- clause (ii); and termines that sufficient funds are not made drawals. ‘‘(II) submit to the Administrator a report available for the continuation in a subse- ‘‘(B) INTEREST-BEARING OBLIGATIONS.—In- that describes the findings and recommenda- quent fiscal year of a contract entered into vestments may be made only in— tions of the Inspector General resulting from under this subsection, the Administrator ‘‘(i) interest-bearing obligations of the the audit. shall cancel or terminate the contract. United States; or ‘‘(e) CONTRACTS.— ‘‘(B) COSTS.—The costs of cancellation or ‘‘(ii) obligations, participations, or other ‘‘(1) AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS termination under subparagraph (A) may be instruments that are lawful investments for FUNDED BY SERVICE FEES.—The Adminis- paid using— fiduciaries, trusts, or public funds, as deter- trator may enter into 1 or more information ‘‘(i) appropriations available for perform- mined by the Secretary of the Treasury. technology contracts with entities deter- ance of the contract; ‘‘(C) ACQUISITION OF OBLIGATIONS.—For the mined to be appropriate by the Adminis- ‘‘(ii) unobligated appropriations available purpose of investments under paragraph (1), trator (referred to in this subsection as ‘con- for acquisition of the information tech- obligations may be acquired— tractors’) under which— nology procured under the contract; or ‘‘(i) on original issue at the issue price; or ‘‘(A) the Administrator agrees to award a ‘‘(iii) funds subsequently appropriated for ‘‘(ii) by purchase of outstanding obliga- contract for the provision of system-related payment of costs of the cancellation or ter- tions at the market price. services; and mination. ‘‘(D) SALE OF OBLIGATIONS.—Any obligation ‘‘(B) the contractor agrees to assume the ‘‘(C) NEGOTIATION OF AMOUNTS.—The acquired by the Fund may be sold by the initial risk of the information technology in- amount payable in the event of cancellation Secretary of the Treasury at the market vestment, and to obtain reimbursement for or termination of a contract entered into price. investment costs, operating costs, and other under this subsection shall be negotiated ‘‘(E) CREDITS TO FUND.—The interest on, fees, by receiving as payment an agreed-upon with the contractor at the time at which the and the proceeds from the sale or redemption share of the amounts collected as fees by the contract is awarded. of, any obligations held in the Fund shall be Administrator under subsection (c). ‘‘(D) AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO CON- credited to, and form a part of, the Fund. ‘‘(2) TERM OF CONTRACT.—A contract TRACTS.—The Administrator may enter into ‘‘(5) TRANSFERS OF AMOUNTS.— awarded under this subsection shall have a a contract under this subsection for any fis- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The amounts required term of not more than 10 years. cal year, regardless of whether funds are to be transferred to the Fund under this sub- ‘‘(3) ACHIEVEMENT OF GOALS.—The Adminis- made specifically available for the full costs section shall be transferred at least monthly trator shall ensure, to the maximum extent of cancellation or termination of the con- from the general fund of the Treasury to the practicable, that a contract awarded under tract, if— Fund on the basis of estimates made by the this subsection— ‘‘(i) funds are available at the time at Secretary of the Treasury. ‘‘(A) is performance-based; which the contract is awarded to make pay- ‘‘(B) ADJUSTMENTS.—Proper adjustment ‘‘(B) identifies objective outcomes; and ments with respect to a contingent liability shall be made in amounts subsequently ‘‘(C) contains performance standards that in an amount equal to at least 100 percent of transferred to the extent prior estimates may be used to measure achievement and the estimated costs of a cancellation or ter- were in excess of or less than the amounts goals to evaluate the success of a contractor mination during the first fiscal year of the required to be transferred. in performing under the contract and the contract, as determined by the Adminis- ‘‘(6) ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING.— right of the contractor to payment for serv- trator; or ‘‘(A) ACCOUNTING.—For each 2-fiscal-year ices under the contract, taking into consid- ‘‘(ii) funds described in clause (i) are not period, the Administrator shall prepare and eration that a primary measure of successful available as described in that clause, but the submit to the Committee on Environment performance shall be the development of a contractor— and Public Works of the Senate and the hazardous waste electronic manifest system ‘‘(I) is informed of the amount of any un- Committee on Energy and Commerce of the that— funded contingent liability; and

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‘‘(II) agrees to perform the contract despite ported to a designated facility, requires that (2) TREATMENT.—The determination of the the unfunded contingent liability. the waste be tracked through a hazardous Administrator under paragraph (1) regarding ‘‘(6) NO EFFECT ON OWNERSHIP.—Regardless waste manifest, the designated facility that the fair market value of the Parcel shall be of whether the Administrator enters into a receives the waste shall, regardless of the final. contract under this subsection, the system State in which the facility is located— (d) COST OF CONVEYANCE.—The City shall shall be owned by the Federal Government. ‘‘(1) complete the facility portion of the be responsible for reimbursing the Adminis- ‘‘(f) HAZARDOUS WASTE ELECTRONIC MANI- applicable manifest; trator for the costs associated with imple- FEST SYSTEM ADVISORY BOARD.— ‘‘(2) sign and date the facility certification; menting this section, including the costs of ‘‘(1) ESTABLISHMENT.—Not later than 3 and each applicable appraisal and survey. years after the date of enactment of this sec- ‘‘(3) submit to the system a final copy of (e) PROCEEDS.— tion, the Administrator shall establish a the manifest for data processing purposes.’’. (1) DEPOSIT.—The net proceeds from the board to be known as the ‘Hazardous Waste (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The table of conveyance under this section shall be depos- Electronic Manifest System Advisory contents of the Solid Waste Disposal Act (42 ited in the Federal Buildings Fund estab- Board’. U.S.C. 6901) is amended by inserting at the lished by section 592(a) of title 40, United ‘‘(2) COMPOSITION.—The Board shall be end of the items relating to subtitle C the States Code. composed of 9 members, of which— following: (2) EXPENDITURE.—The amounts deposited ‘‘(A) 1 member shall be the Administrator in the Federal Buildings Fund under para- (or a designee), who shall serve as Chair- ‘‘Sec. 3024. Hazardous waste electronic manifest system.’’. graph (1) shall be available to the Adminis- person of the Board; and trator, in amounts specified in appropria- ‘‘(B) 8 members shall be individuals ap- f tions Acts, for expenditure for any lawful pointed by the Administrator— purpose consistent with the authority of the ‘‘(i) at least 2 of whom shall have expertise GENERAL SERVICES PARCEL ACT Administrator. in information technology; The bill (S. 1302) to authorize the Ad- (f) ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.— ‘‘(ii) at least 3 of whom shall have experi- ministrator of General Services to con- The Administrator may establish such addi- ence in using or represent users of the mani- vey a parcel of real property in Tracy, tional terms and conditions in connection fest system to track the transportation of California, to the City of Tracy was or- with the conveyance under subsection (b) as hazardous waste under this subtitle (or an the Administrator considers to be appro- equivalent State program); and dered to be engrossed for a third read- priate to protect the interests of the United ‘‘(iii) at least 3 of whom shall be a State ing, was read the third time, and States. representative responsible for processing passed, as follows: (g) NO EFFECT ON COMPLIANCE WITH ENVI- those manifests. S. 1302 RONMENTAL LAWS.—Nothing in this Act or ‘‘(3) DUTIES.—The Board shall meet annu- any amendment made by this Act affects or Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ally to discuss, evaluate the effectiveness of, limits the application of or obligation to resentatives of the United States of America in and provide recommendations to the Admin- comply with any environmental law, includ- Congress assembled, istrator relating to, the system. ing section 120(h) of the Comprehensive En- ‘‘(g) REGULATIONS.— SECTION 1. CONVEYANCE OF PARCEL, TRACY, vironmental Response, Compensation, and CALIFORNIA. ‘‘(1) PROMULGATION.— Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)). ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: after the date of enactment of this section, (1) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- f the Administrator shall promulgate regula- trator’’ means the Administrator of General CAMPUS FIRE SAFETY MONTH Services. tions to carry out this section. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- ‘‘(B) INCLUSIONS.—The regulations promul- (2) CITY.—The term ‘‘City’’ means the city gated pursuant to subparagraph (A) may in- of Tracy, California. imous consent that the Judiciary Com- clude such requirements as the Adminis- (3) PARCEL.— mittee be discharged from further con- trator determines to be necessary to facili- (A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘Parcel’’ means sideration of S. Res. 104. tate the transition from the use of paper the approximately 150 acres conveyed to the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without manifests to the use of electronic manifests, City for educational or recreational purposes objection, it is so ordered. or to accommodate the processing of data pursuant to section 140 of division C of Pub- The clerk will report the resolution from paper manifests in the electronic mani- lic Law 105–277 (112 Stat. 2681–599; 113 Stat. by title. fest system, including a requirement that 104; 118 Stat. 335). The assistant legislative clerk read (B) EXCLUSIONS.—The term ‘‘Parcel’’ does users of paper manifests submit to the sys- as follows: tem copies of the paper manifests for data not include the approximately 50 acres con- processing purposes. veyed to the City for economic development, A resolution (S. Res. 104) designating Sep- tember 2011 as ‘‘Campus Fire Safety Month.’’ ‘‘(C) REQUIREMENTS.—The regulations pro- in which the United States retains no rever- mulgated pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall sionary interest, pursuant to section 140 of There being no objection, the Senate ensure that each electronic manifest pro- division C of Public Law 105–277 (112 Stat. proceeded to consider the resolution. vides, to the same extent as paper manifests 2681–599; 113 Stat. 104; 118 Stat. 335). Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent under applicable Federal and State law, for— (b) CONVEYANCE.— that the resolution be agreed to, the ‘‘(i) the ability to track and maintain legal (1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding sub- preamble be agreed to, the motions to sections (c) through (f) of section 140 of divi- accountability of— reconsider be laid upon the table, with ‘‘(I) the person that certifies that the in- sion C of Public Law 105–277 (112 Stat. 2681– formation provided in the manifest is accu- 599; 113 Stat. 104; 118 Stat. 335) and subject to no intervening action or debate, and rately described; and subsection (c), the Administrator may offer any statements relating to the matter ‘‘(II) the person that acknowledges receipt to enter into a binding agreement with the be printed in the RECORD. of the manifest; City, as soon as practicable, but not later The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ‘‘(ii) if the manifest is electronically sub- than 180 days after the date of enactment of objection, it is so ordered. mitted, State authority to access paper this Act, under which the Administrator The resolution (S. Res. 104) was printout copies of the manifest from the sys- may convey to the City, through a deed of agreed to. tem; and release or other appropriate instrument, any The preamble was agreed to. ‘‘(iii) access to all publicly available infor- reversionary interest retained by the United The resolution, with its preamble, States in the Parcel, and all other terms, mation contained in the manifest. reads as follows: ‘‘(2) EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATIONS.—Any conditions, reservations, and restrictions im- regulation promulgated by the Adminis- posed, in connection with the conveyance of S. RES. 104 trator under paragraph (1) and in accordance the Parcel. Whereas, each year, States across the Na- with section 3003 relating to electronic mani- (2) SURVEY.—For purposes of paragraph (1), tion formally designate September as Cam- festing of hazardous waste shall take effect the exact acreage and legal description of pus Fire Safety Month; in each State as of the effective date speci- the Parcel shall be determined by a survey Whereas, since January 2000, at least 143 fied in the regulation. that is satisfactory to the Administrator. people, including students, parents, and chil- ‘‘(3) ADMINISTRATION.—The Administrator (c) CONSIDERATION.— dren have died in campus-related fires; shall carry out regulations promulgated (1) IN GENERAL.—As consideration for the Whereas 85 percent of those deaths oc- under this subsection in each State unless conveyance under subsection (b), the City curred in off-campus residences; the State program is fully authorized to shall pay to the Administrator an amount Whereas a majority of college students in carry out those regulations in lieu of the Ad- not less than the appraised fair market value the United States live in off-campus resi- ministrator. of the Parcel, as determined by the Adminis- dences; ‘‘(h) REQUIREMENT OF COMPLIANCE WITH RE- trator pursuant to an appraisal conducted by Whereas a number of fatal fires have oc- SPECT TO CERTAIN STATES.—In any case in a licensed, independent appraiser, based on curred in buildings in which the fire safety which the State in which waste is generated, the highest and best use of the Parcel, as de- systems had been compromised or disabled or the State in which waste will be trans- termined by the Administrator. by the occupants;

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Whereas August 16 marks the anniversary Whereas many college students live in off- f campus residences, fraternity and sorority of the first official Army parachute jump on housing, and residence halls that are not August 16, 1940, to test the innovative con- NATIONAL CHESS DAY adequately protected with automatic fire cept of inserting United States ground com- Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent bat forces behind a battle line by means of a sprinkler systems and automatic fire alarm to proceed to S. Res. 255. systems; parachute; Whereas fire safety education is an effec- Whereas the success of the Army Para- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tive method of reducing the occurrence of chute Test Platoon in the days immediately clerk will report the resolution by fires and reducing the resulting loss of life before the entry of the United States into title. and property damage; World War II validated the airborne oper- The assistant legislative clerk read Whereas college students do not routinely ational concept and led to the creation of a as follows: receive effective fire safety education during formidable force of airborne formations, such as the 11th, 13th, 17th, 82nd, and 101st A resolution (S. Res. 255) designating Octo- their time in college; ber 8, 2011, as ‘‘National Chess Day’’ to en- Whereas it is vital to educate young people Airborne Divisions; Whereas included in these divisions, and hance awareness and encourage students and in the United States about the importance of adults to engage in a game known to en- fire safety to help ensure fire-safe behavior among other separate formations, were many airborne combat, combat support, and hance critical thinking and problem-solving by young people during their college years skills. and beyond; and combat service support units that served Whereas, by developing a generation of with distinction and achieved repeated suc- There being no objection, the Senate fire-safe adults, future loss of life from fires cess in armed hostilities that provide the lin- proceeded to consider the resolution. may be significantly reduced: Now, there- eage and legacy of many airborne units Mr ROCKEFELLER: Mr. President, I fore, be it throughout our Armed Forces; rise today in support of this resolution Whereas the achievements of the airborne Resolved, That the Senate— to designate National Chess Day as Oc- (1) designates September 2011 as ‘‘Campus forces during World War II prompted the evo- lution of those forces into a diversified force tober 8, 2011. I greatly appreciate the Fire Safety Month’’; and support of my colleague, Senator (2) encourages administrators of institu- of parachute and air-assault units that, over tions of higher education and municipalities the years, have fought in Korea, Vietnam, LAMAR ALEXANDER of Tennessee. Grenada, Panama, the Persian Gulf region, across the country— National Chess Day is designed to en- and Somalia, and have engaged in peace- (A) to provide educational programs to all hance awareness and encourage stu- keeping operations in Lebanon, the Sinai Pe- students during September and throughout dents and adults to engage in a game ninsula, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Bos- the school year; nia, and Kosovo; known to enhance critical thinking (B) to evaluate the level of fire safety Whereas since the terrorist attacks on Sep- and problem-solving skills. being provided in both on- and off-campus tember 11, 2001, United States airborne There are 76,000 members of the student housing; and forces, which include members of the XVIII Chess Federation and half of them are (C) to ensure fire-safe living environments Airborne Corps, the 82nd Airborne Division, through fire safety education, installation of students. Studies indicate that chess the 101st Airborne Division, the 173rd Air- fire suppression and detection systems, and programs can help with students im- borne Brigade Combat Team, the 4th Brigade proving in math and reading. Engaging the development and enforcement of applica- Combat Team (Airborne) of the 25th Infantry ble codes relating to fire safety. Division, the 75th Ranger Regiment, and spe- students in such activities can make f cial operations forces of the Army, Marine learning fun and help them develop a lifelong pastime to engage their skills. NATIONAL AIRBORNE DAY Corps, Navy, and Air Force, together with other units of the Armed Forces, have dem- Engaging students in chess is a won- Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent onstrated bravery and honor in combat, sta- derful opportunity to promote edu- that the Senate proceed to the imme- bility, and training operations in Afghani- cation, and I hope as school begins in a diate consideration of S. Res. 254. stan and Iraq; few weeks, more students will join the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Whereas the modern-day airborne force also includes other elite forces composed of Chess Federation and learn this histor- clerk will report the resolution by airborne trained and qualified special oper- ical game. title. ations warriors, including Army Special Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent The assistant legislative clerk read Forces, Marine Corps Reconnaissance units, that the resolution be agreed to, the as follows: Navy SEALs, and Air Force combat control preamble be agreed to, the motion to A resolution (S. Res. 254) designating Au- and para-rescue teams; reconsider be laid upon the table, with gust 16, 2011, as ‘‘National Airborne Day.’’ Whereas of the members and former mem- no intervening action or debate, and bers of the United States airborne forces, any statements relating to this matter There being no objection, the Senate thousands have achieved the distinction of proceeded to consider the resolution. making combat jumps, dozens have earned be printed in the RECORD. Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent the Medal of Honor, and hundreds have The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that the resolution be agreed to, the earned the Distinguished Service Cross, the objection, it is so ordered. preamble be agreed to, the motions to Silver Star, or other decorations and awards The resolution (S. Res. 255) was reconsider be laid upon the table, with for displays of heroism, gallantry, intre- agreed to. no intervening action or debate, and pidity, and valor; The preamble was agreed to. any statements relating to this matter Whereas the members and former members The resolution, with its preamble, of the United States airborne forces are all reads as follows: be printed in the RECORD. members of a proud and honorable tradition The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that, together with their special skills and S. RES. 255 objection, it is so ordered. achievements, distinguishes such members Whereas there are more than 76,000 mem- The resolution (S. Res. 254) was as intrepid combat parachutists, air assault bers of the United States Chess Federation agreed to. forces, special operation forces, and, in (referred to in this preamble as the ‘‘Federa- The preamble was agreed to. former days, glider troops; tion’’), and unknown numbers of additional The resolution, with its preamble, Whereas the history and achievements of people in the United States who play the reads as follows: the members and former members of the game without joining an official organiza- United States airborne forces warrant spe- tion; S. RES. 254 cial expressions of the gratitude of the peo- Whereas approximately 1⁄2 of the members Whereas the airborne forces of the Armed ple of the United States; and of the Federation are scholastic members, Forces have a long and honorable history as Whereas since the airborne forces, past and and many of the scholastic members join by bold and fierce warriors who, for the na- present, celebrate August 16 as the anniver- the age of 10; tional security of the United States and the sary of the first official jump by the Army Whereas the Federation is very supportive defense of freedom and peace, project the Parachute Test Platoon, August 16 is an ap- of the scholastic programs and sponsors a

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It looks like it will scores in reading and math, as well as im- Even though Federal judicial vacan- take twice as long to reach 100 con- proved self-esteem; cies have remained near or above 90 for firmations of President Obama’s Fed- Whereas the Federation offers a school cur- more than 2 years, the Senate’s Repub- eral circuit and district court nomi- riculum to educators to help incorporate lican leadership has refused to consent nees. President Obama has been in of- chess into the school curriculum; to vote on these qualified, consensus fice for 31 months and only 95 of his Whereas chess is a powerful cognitive nominations, leaving 16 of the 20 unani- Federal circuit and district court learning tool that can be used to successfully mously reported nominees in limbo. nominees have been confirmed. There enhance reading and math concepts; and This is not the way to make real are two dozen more that are stalled, Whereas chess engages students of all learning styles and strengths and promotes progress. The American people should awaiting final Senate action. By the problem-solving and higher-level thinking not have to wait more weeks and August recess in the third year of the skills: Now, therefore, be it months for the Senate to do its con- Bush administration, the Senate had Resolved, That the Senate— stitutional duty and ensure the ability confirmed 143 Federal circuit and dis- (1) designates October 8, 2011, as ‘‘National of our Federal courts to provide justice trict court judges. This year, the com- Chess Day’’; and to Americans around the country. parable number is only 95. (2) encourages the people of the United In the past, we were able to confirm It is not accurate to pretend that States to observe ‘‘National Chess Day’’ with consensus nominees more promptly. real progress is being made in these appropriate programs and activities. They were not forced to languish for circumstances. Vacancies are being f months. In the second year of the Bush kept high, consensus nominees are EXECUTIVE SESSION administration, in 2002, before the Au- being delayed and it is the American gust recess the Senate moved ahead to people and the Federal courts that are confirm a dozen judicial nominees. The being made to suffer. This is another EXECUTIVE CALENDAR next year, with a Republican Senate area in which we must come together Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- majority, Senate Democrats consented for the American people. There is no imous consent that the Senate proceed to seven confirmations before the Au- reason Senators cannot join together to executive session to consider the fol- gust recess. With the delays that have to finally bring down the excessive lowing nominations: Calendar Nos. 95, been backlogging confirmations for number of vacancies that have per- 230, 232, 254, 255, 256, 257, 265, 266, 267, years now, we have 20 unanimously resisted on Federal courts throughout 268, 269, 275, 277, 278, 279, 280, 282, 283, ported judicial nominees who could all the Nation for far too long. 284, 285, 286, 288, and Calendar Nos. 291 have been confirmed before this recess. I have always taken seriously the re- through 323, and nominations placed on Regrettably, 16 will not go forward sponsibility of the Senate to make sure the Secretary’s Desk in the Air Force, today because Republicans refuse to that the Federal judiciary has the re- Army, Foreign Service, Marine Corps, consent. sources it needs. Senate Republicans and Navy; that the nominations be At a time when judicial vacancies re- had pocket-filibustered more than 60 of confirmed en bloc, the motions to remain near 90, these needless delays per- President Clinton’s judicial nomina- consider be considered made and laid petuate the judicial vacancies crisis tions and refused to proceed on them upon the table with no intervening ac- that Chief Justice Roberts wrote of while judicial vacancies skyrocketed to tion or debate; that no further motions last December and that the President, more than 110. Despite that, in the 17 be in order to any of the nominations; the Attorney General, bar associations, months I chaired the Judiciary Com- that any related statements be printed and chief judges around the country mittee during President Bush’s first 2 in the RECORD; and that President have urged us to join together to end. years in office, the Senate proceeded to Obama be immediately notified of the The Senate can and should be doing a confirm 100 of his judicial nominees; Senate’s action. better job working to ensure the abil- during the next 24 months, with a Re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ity of our Federal courts to provide publican majority in the Senate, con- objection, it is so ordered. justice to Americans around the coun- firmed 105 more, for a total of 205 con- Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, for the try. firmed judges during President Bush’s second year in a row, the Senate has Just last week, the Congressional Re- first term. We have a long way to go failed to take significant steps before search Service released a report that for the Senate to be as productive as the August recess to address the seri- confirms what many of us have been we were during President Bush’s first ous crisis of judicial vacancies on saying for some time: This is the long- term. courts around the country. Last Au- est sustained period of historically We were able to lower vacancies dra- gust, Senate Republicans left 17 judi- high vacancy rates on the Federal judi- matically during President Bush’s cial nominations pending and con- ciary in the last 35 years. years in office, cutting them in half sented to confirm only four Federal This is hardly surprising. Republican during his first term. The Senate has circuit and district court nominations obstruction kept the total confirma- reversed course during the Obama ad- before the recess. I noted at that time tions in the first year of the Presi- ministration, and with Republican ob- what a serious blow that was to our dent’s term to the lowest total for a jections slowing the pace of confirma- ability to make progress addressing the first year in more than 50 years, when tions, judicial vacancies have been at judicial vacancies crisis that had al- only 12 judicial nominees were allowed crisis levels for over 2 years. Over the ready persisted for well over a year. to be considered. Republican obstruc- 8 years of the Bush administration, Today, as the Senate recesses with ju- tion kept the 2-year total of confirma- from 2001 to 2009, we reduced judicial dicial vacancies still near 90 as they tions to the lowest total in 35 years, for vacancies from 110 to a low of 34. They were a year ago, the Senate is doing the first 2 years of a President’s term, now stand at 88 vacancies. The vacancy even worse, confirming only 4 judicial with only a total of 60 Federal circuit rate—which we reduced from 10 percent nominations of the 24 nominees already and district court nominations con- to 6 percent by this date in President considered by the Judiciary Committee firmed during the course of those en- Bush’s third year, and ultimately to and awaiting a Senate vote. tire first 2 years of the Obama adminis- less than 4 percent in 2008—is back Last week, I urged the Senate to con- tration. Accordingly, judicial vacan- above 10 percent. firm the two dozen judicial nomina- cies have perpetuated needlessly and Time and time again over the last 21⁄2 tions already fully considered by the caused needless delay on consensus years, I have urged the Senate to come Judiciary Committee and ready for nominees. together and work to address this cri- final action by the Senate. Of them, 20 We are seeing it, again, this week as sis. At the beginning of this year, I were unanimously reported, without a we approach the August recess in the called for a return to regular order in single negative vote. Many have been third year of the Obama administra- the consideration of nominations. We

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His approach Last week, the president of the Southern District of Texas. Her nomi- has been the right approach. Regret- American Bar Association, Stephen nation has the strong support of both tably, it has not been matched on the Zack, wrote to the Senate leaders ‘‘to her Republican home State Senators, floor, where the refusal by Republican urge [them] to redouble [their] efforts Senators CORNYN and HUTCHISON, and leadership to come to regular time to fill existing judicial vacancies was reported by the Judiciary Com- agreements to consider nominations promptly so that the federal courts mittee without objection May 12. She has put our progress—our positive ac- will have the judges they need to up- has served for over 12 years as a State tion—at risk. hold the rule of law and deliver timely judge in Texas, where she has presided Republican obstruction has led to a justice.’’ He wrote: over more than 1,200 cases. Judge backlog of two dozen judicial nomina- As lawyers who practice in federal courts Ramos has been reelected twice by the tions pending on the Senate’s Execu- across this nation, ABA members know first- people of Texas to serve as a State tive Calendar. More than half of the ju- hand that long-standing vacancies on courts judge. Prior to joining the bench, she dicial nominations on the calendar with staggering caseloads impede access to the courts and create strains that will inevi- also had a successful career as a liti- would fill judicial emergency vacan- tably reduce the quality of our justice sys- gator in private practice. cies. Yet, due to Republican objections, tem and erode public confidence in the abil- Richard Brooke Jackson was first we have lost another opportunity to ity of the courts to vindicate constitutional nominated over 10 months ago to fill a make progress by confirming consensus rights or render fair and timely decisions. judicial emergency vacancy in the Dis- nominations. Mr. Zack’s concerns echo those of trict of Colorado. He is currently the Before the Memorial Day recess, I Chief Justice Roberts, the President, chief judge for the First Judicial Dis- urged that the Senate to take up and the Attorney General, bar associations, trict in Colorado, where he has served vote on the many consensus judicial and chief judges around the country for over 13 years, earning recognitions nominations then on the calendar and who have also urged us to join together as the ‘‘Best State Judge in Colorado’’ ready for final action. But Republican to end the judicial vacancies crisis. in 2010. Prior to joining the bench, Senators would not agree to consider a The Senate can and should be doing a Judge Jackson practiced law for 26 single one. With nearly 20 judicial better job working to ensure the abil- years in Denver, CO, where he was nominees available to the Senate for ity of our Federal courts to provide made a fellow of the American College final action, only 1 was considered be- justice to Americans around the coun- of Trial Lawyers. Judge Jackson’s fore the July 4 recess. In fact, the Sen- try. nomination has the strong support of ate has now considered only 11 nomina- The four nominees the Senate will both of his home State Senators, Sen- tions in the last 10 weeks and has only consider today like so many others left ator UDALL and Senator BENNET, and confirmed a total of 18 judicial nomi- on the calendar have the strong sup- was reported by the Judiciary Com- nees who had their hearings this year. port of their home State Senators—Re- mittee without objection on May 12. Senate Republicans have departed publicans and Democrats—and all were The Senate’s failure to take action from the Senate’s traditional practice reported unanimously by the Senate and vote on 20 of the 24 judicial nomi- by refusing to confirm even unani- Judiciary Committee. nees reviewed by the Judiciary Com- mous, consensus nominees. I still await Kathleen Williams was first nomi- mittee and reported favorably to the an explanation from the other side of nated over a year ago to fill a judicial Senate is yet another in a long line of the aisle why these nominations could emergency vacancy in the Southern missed opportunities to come together not be considered and confirmed. Re- District of Florida. Her nomination has for the American people. This is not publican leadership should explain to the support of both of her home State how the Senate has acted in years past the people and Senators from Ten- Senators—Senator BILL NELSON, a with other Presidents’ judicial nomi- nessee, South Carolina, Florida, Texas, Democrat, and Senator RUBIO, a Re- nees. Vacancies are being kept high, Missouri, Louisiana, Maine, New York, publican—and was reported without ob- consensus nominees are being delayed, Arkansas, Connecticut, and Pennsyl- jection by the Judiciary Committee on and it is the American people and the vania why there continue to be vacan- May 12. Ms. Williams has been the Fed- Federal courts that are being made to cies on the Federal courts in their eral public defender for the Southern suffer. States that could easily be filled if the District of Florida for 15 years, having I hope that when we return from the Senate would do its constitutional been appointed five times by the Elev- August recess, Senators can finally duty and vote on the President’s nomi- enth Circuit, most recently earlier this join together to begin to bring down nations. These judicial nominees have year. Ms. Williams was previously a the excessive number of vacancies that the support of Republican home State Federal prosecutor in the Southern have persisted on Federal courts Senators. In fact, there are multiple District of Florida, and she also throughout the Nation for far too long. nominees still pending from Louisiana worked in private civil litigation. Her We can and must do better. and Pennsylvania. Yet those nominees balance of experience as a prosecutor I ask unanimous consent that a re- still wait for months on the Senate’s and as a public defender providing legal cent letter from the President of the calendar without explanation for the services to thousands of defendants American Bar Association and a recent damaging delays, leaving the people of who cannot afford their own attorney column by Professor Carl Tobias be those States to bear the brunt of hav- will serve her well on the Federal printed in the RECORD at the conclu- ing too few judges. bench. sion of my remarks. All 24 of the judicial nominations on Sara Darrow was nominated over 8 There being no objection, the mate- the calendar have been favorably re- months ago to fill a judicial vacancy in rial was ordered to be printed in the ported by the Judiciary after a fair but the Central District of Illinois. Ms. RECORD, as follows: thorough process. We review extensive Darrow has the bipartisan support of AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION, background material on each nominee. her home State Senators, Senator DUR- Chicago, IL, July 28, 2011. All Senators on the committee, Demo- BIN, a Democrat, and Senator KIRK, a Hon. HARRY REID, cratic and Republican, have the oppor- Republican. Ms. Darrow has been a Majority Leader, U.S. Senate, tunity to ask the nominees questions prosecutor for over 12 years, working Washington, DC. at a live hearing. Senators also have as a State’s Attorney for Illinois and Hon. MITCH MCCONNELL, Minority Leader, U.S. Senate, the opportunity to ask questions in later as a Federal prosecutor in Illinois Washington, DC. writing following the hearing and to and Iowa. She is currently chief of the DEAR MAJORITY LEADER REID AND MINOR- meet with the nominees. All of these violent crimes unit in the U.S. Attor- ITY LEADER MCCONNELL: On behalf of the

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On timely justice. would provide immediate relief to some of July 20, 2010, Senators Leahy and Alexander There is no priority higher to the Associa- the most overburdened courts and would worked together on the floor. Leahy lauded tion than to assure that we have a fully lower the vacancy rate to approximately 8 Ms. Stranch’s capabilities, emphasized her staffed and fully operating federal bench. percent. Longterm permanent progress, how- protracted wait and sought unanimous con- That is why I have used my position as ABA ever, will require more than this one-time sent to consider the nominee. Senator Alex- president this past year to speak out repeat- fix. To effect lasting change, we also con- ander agreed that ‘‘Jane Stranch is a well- edly about the urgent need to fill existing tinue to urge the President and members of qualified nominee [and] is the longest pend- vacancies. the Senate to act with common purpose to ing circuit court nominee’’ and asked for a We commend the Congress for starting the fill judicial vacancies promptly throughout prompt vote. Senator McConnell stated that session by instituting procedural changes this Congress so that the federal courts will some Republicans voted against Ms. Stranch and approaching the confirmation process not be deprived of the judges they need to do in committee and that he would attempt to with a fresh sense of urgency, which has their important work. have the Senate act on her soon. One week helped restore regular order to the process. Sincerely, later, President Obama asked that McCon- As a result, the President has made 87 judi- STEPHEN N. ZACK. nell cooperate in filling the ‘‘vacancies that cial nominations and the Senate has regu- continue to plague the judiciary’’ and seem- larly scheduled up-or-down votes and con- [From FindLaw, Aug. 1, 2011] ingly alluded to Ms. Stranch when he ob- firmed 31 nominees this session. CONFIRMING CIRCUIT JUDGES IN THE 112TH served that nominees have been ‘‘waiting up However, no significant reduction in the SENATE to eight months to be confirmed.’’ high number of vacancies has been achieved: Obama meticulously picked Stranch as his (By Carl Tobias) there are only 4 fewer vacancies on the fed- first nominee for the Sixth Circuit, which in- eral bench today than there were January 1 When President Barack Obama was inau- cludes Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Ten- of this year, and 10 percent of the authorized gurated, the United States Courts of Appeals nessee, because she had assembled a stellar judgeships remain vacant. During the past experienced vacancies in fourteen of the 179 record as a Nashville attorney over three two years—since August 2009—the vacancy judgeships. Thus, it was critical that the ad- decades. The nominee earned the highest rate has fluctuated, but it has never dropped ministration promptly fill those openings. ABA ranking of well qualified from a minor- below 10 percent. The White House has instituted many prac- ity of its committee and a rating of qualified Thirty-eight of the present vacancies have tices to facilitate appointments. However, from a substantial majority. Notwith- existed for so long and created such unten- numerous seats remain vacant and more standing Stranch’s excellent background, able workloads for the remaining judges on have opened, as judges have retired or as- the chamber failed to hold her floor debate the courts that the seats have been declared sumed senior status, so the total is presently and vote before the Senate recessed last Au- judicial emergencies by the Administrative nineteen. A trenchant example is the August gust. However, the chamber agreed to sched- Office of the U.S. Courts. As lawyers who 2009 Sixth Circuit nomination of Nashville ule a vote the day that the Senate returned. practice in federal courts across this nation, practitioner Jane Branstetter Stranch. Be- After brief debate, senators finally approved ABA members know firsthand that long- cause the empty appellate seats undermine Stranch 71–21. standing vacancies on courts with staggering the judiciary’s expeditious, economical and Openings in more than ten percent of the caseloads impede access to the courts and fair disposition of appeals and Ms. Stranch federal appellate judgeships show that Presi- create strains that will inevitably reduce the had waited thirteen months for a floor vote, dent Obama must expeditiously proffer quality of our justice system and erode pub- the Senate ultimately approved her last Sep- nominees for all nineteen vacancies and the lic confidence in the ability of the courts to tember. Now that the 112th Senate has con- Senate ought to swiftly confirm them. Jane vindicate constitutional rights or render fair cluded its first seven months and Obama has Branstetter Stranch’s experience dem- and timely decisions. In Arizona, for exam- proffered nominees for ten of the appeals onstrates that there is no reason for delay. ple, the Speedy Trial Act has been tempo- court openings, he must swiftly nominate ex- Senator McConnell must specifically agree rarily waived, and criminal defendants wait cellent candidates for the remaining vacan- to a floor vote for Judge Donald prior to the up to 6 months for a trial, while businesses cies, while the upper chamber must expedi- August recess because she has been waiting and individuals wait up to 2 years before tiously confirm the appellate nominees. In- eight months. Quickly filling the empty their cases are heard. deed, Senator Mitch McConnell (R–Ky.), the posts is essential because the courts need all We realize that the aging of our federal ju- Minority Leader, should agree on a floor de- of their judges to deliver justice. diciary has contributed to the growing va- bate and vote for Sixth Circuit nominee Ber- Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, cancy crisis. In July alone, 10 new vacancies nice Donald before the August recess because today the Senate will confirm four were created through death, retirement and she is a well qualified, uncontroversial Dis- nominees to be U.S. district judge. elevation, and we already know that an addi- trict Judge whom Obama nominated last De- Three of these seats, the vacancy for tional 11 vacancies will arise before the end cember 1. of this year solely as a result of planned re- There are a few reasons for the empty the Southern District of Texas, the va- tirements. According to Department of Jus- judgeships. For instance, President George cancy for the Southern District of tice estimates, 60 new vacancies will be cre- W. Bush ineffectively attempted to fill Sixth Florida and the vacancy for the Dis- ated through attrition each year for the next Circuit openings. He rarely consulted with trict of Colorado, have been designated decade. Obviously, progress toward reducing senators from jurisdictions with vacancies or as judicial emergencies. With the votes vacancies requires a confirmation rate that tapped consensus picks. Two Michigan Sixth today, we will have confirmed 33 arti- outpaces the attrition rate; at present, it is Circuit posts lacked judges for a decade and cle III judicial nominees. Twenty-one were only filled when the parties reached a barely keeping abreast of it. of those confirmed have been for judi- The inescapable conclusion is that despite 2008 compromise. good intentions and modest progress, the Obama has invoked several measures to cial emergencies. current pace of nominations and confirma- promptly fill all the current openings. He We continue to make great progress tions is inadequate to the job. To achieve a rapidly consulted home-state elected offi- in processing President Obama’s judi- significant and lasting reduction in the va- cials before actual nominations. Most official nominees. As we head into our Au- cancy rate, both the Administration and the cers have cooperated with the White House gust recess, the Senate has confirmed Senate need to engage in a concerted and and promptly suggested candidates who are 62 percent of President Obama’s nomi- sustained effort to expedite the process; very smart, ethical, independent and diligent nees since the beginning of his Presi- and have balanced temperament. The White there is an obvious starting point. dency. That is not including the two We believe the positions of both Senator House specifically consulted Tennessee Re- Leahy and Senator Grassley with regard to publican Senators Lamar Alexander and Bob the Supreme Court Justices nominated the pending consensus nominees provide use- Corker, who agreed to support Ms. Stranch. by President Obama. As my colleagues ful guidance: Senator Leahy has long urged The President nominated the lawyer in Au- are aware, those nominations con- swift action and up-or-down votes on all con- gust 2009, while the Judiciary Committee af- sumed a considerable amount of time sensus nominees, and Senator Grassley, re- forded her an October hearing at which the in the committee and on the Senate cently attesting to Republican ‘‘cooperation Tennessee senators appeared and voiced floor. and positive action,’’ observed, ‘‘We are mov- their support. The committee reported During this Congress, the Judiciary ing forward on the consensus nominees.’’ Stranch on a 15–4 vote in November 2009. The Committee has held hearings on more At present there is a backlog of 24 nomi- nominee then languished on the Senate floor nees awaiting a floor vote, 20 of whom were for ten months. than 75 percent of the President’s judi- reported out of the Senate Judiciary Com- Senator Patrick Leahy (D–Vt.), the Judici- cial nominees. During the comparable mittee on voice vote with no recorded oppo- ary Committee Chair, worked on securing time period for President Bush, only 70 sition. We urge you as Majority and Minor- Ms. Stranch’s Senate floor consideration. percent of President Bush’s nominees

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Mr. President, I rise in Sara Lynn Darrow is nominated to be from the University of Miami School of strong support of the nomination of U.S. district judge for the Central Dis- Law. Ms. Williams began her legal ca- Sara Darrow to serve as a district trict of Illinois. Ms. Darrow graduated reer in 1982 as an associate attorney at court judge for the Central District of from Marquette University in 1992 and Fowler, White, Burnett, Hurley, Illinois. received her J.D. degree from St. Louis Banick & Strickroot. At Fowler White, Sara Darrow is a superb nominee, University School of Law in 1997. From she participated in insurance defense and she will make an excellent addi- 1997 to 1998, Mrs. Darrow worked in the litigation defending insurance compa- tion to the Federal bench. law offices of Clarence Darrow, a small nies, city and county interests, hos- Her nomination is not controversial. general practice firm in Rock Island, pital trusts and corporations. She had her hearing before the Judici- IL. She became an assistant State’s at- From 1984 to 1988, Ms. Williams ary Committee in April and was re- torney in 1999, where she handled juve- served as an assistant U.S. attorney in ported out of the committee by unani- nile, misdemeanor, and felony traffic the Southern District of Florida. While mous voice vote on May 12. cases. Upon promotion in 2000, she han- an assistant U.S. attorney, she pros- Sara Darrow’s name was rec- dled felony cases and serious juvenile ecuted individuals on charges ranging ommended to me by a bipartisan merit abuse cases. In 2003, Mrs. Darrow began from simple narcotics and weapons selection committee that I established work as an assistant U.S. attorney, matters to complex money-laundering to consider applicants for judicial va- prosecuting Federal crimes including and RICO Litigation. In 1988, Ms. Wil- cancies. drug conspiracy, gun, racketeering, liams returned to the private sector as I was proud to recommend her name child exploitation, fraud, and bank- an associate attorney for Morgan, to the President last year, and I was ruptcy. She has prosecuted approxi- Lewis & Bockius. While at Morgan, pleased to see the President nominate mately 300 defendants and tried 10 Lewis, & Bockius, she represented fi- her to fill the Central District judge- cases to verdict before a jury. nancial institutions, government con- ship that was vacated when Judge Joe The ABA Standing Committee on the tractors, and multinational corpora- Billy McDade took senior status last Federal Judiciary has given Ms. tions in labor litigation and white col- year. Darrow a unanimous ‘‘Qualified’’ rat- lar criminal defense matters. I want to thank Chairman PAT ing. In 1990, Ms. Williams joined the Fed- LEAHY of the Judiciary Committee for Nelva Gonzales Ramos is nominated eral Public Defender’s office as the moving Ms. Darrow’s nomination to be U.S. district judge for the South- chief assistant public defender, where through the committee. I also want to ern District of Texas. After graduation she represented persons accused of vio- thank Senator MARK KIRK for his sup- from the University of Texas School of lating Federal criminal statutes but port of this nomination. Law in 1991, Judge Ramos began her who cannot afford to retain an attor- Once the Senate confirms Sara career as an attorney at Meredith & ney. In 1995, she was appointed to be Darrow, we will finally have a full com- Donnelly in Corpus Christi. She worked the public defender for the Southern plement of judges for the Central Dis- primarily in personal injury litigation, District of Florida, where she con- trict of Illinois. Last year there was employment litigation, and insurance tinues to serve. As a Federal public de- only one judge in this district—Chief defense. In 1997, she resigned from the fender she has litigated a wide range of Judge Mike McCuskey—and three firm to enter duty as a municipal court matters including immigration, com- judgeships were vacant. judge. During her campaign for district plex fraud, and national security. She These vacancies left the Central Dis- court judge during 1999 to 2000, she was also appointed to be the acting trict in a dire situation. Cases were briefly worked as a solo practitioner. Federal public defender for the Middle grinding to a halt, and Judge During this time, she practiced pri- District of Florida from 1999 to 2000. McCuskey had to drive all across the marily personal injury but also family The ABA Standing Committee on the State to try to keep the dockets mov- and criminal law. While in private Federal Judiciary has given her the ing. practice, she tried approximately 17 rating of majority ‘‘Well Qualified’’ Fortunately, earlier this year the cases to judgment or verdict. and Minority ‘‘Qualified.’’ Senate confirmed Judge Jim Shadid Judge Ramos was appointed as a mu- Richard Brooke Jackson is nomi- and Judge Sue Myerscough to serve in nicipal court judge for Corpus Christi nated to be U.S. district judge for the the Central District. They are serving in 1997 where she had a criminal dock- District of Colorado. Judge Jackson re- on the bench now. et. She presided over 500 cases that ceived his A.B., magna cum laude, from And with Sara Darrow on the bench went to verdict or judgment. When she Dartmouth College in 1969 and his J.D., as well, the Central District will fi- announced her candidacy for district cum laude, from Harvard Law School nally be operating at full strength. court judge in 1999, she resigned from in 1972. Following law school, Judge That is good news for the people who this position as required by the city Jackson joined the firm of Holland & live in the 46 Illinois counties that charter. In 2001 she was elected as dis- Hart as an associate, where he focused make up the Central District. trict court judge for the 347th Judicial on a combination of commercial litiga- Sara Darrow has a distinguished District. She was reelected in 2004 and tion and personal injury litigation. In record, including her service as a pros- in 2008. As district court judge, she has 1978, he became a partner and opened ecutor both at the State and Federal presided over 1,200 cases that went to the Washington, DC, office of the firm. level. verdict or judgment. While serving as a Additionally, he served on a number of She currently serves as an assistant district court judge she helped estab- committees within the firm and was U.S. attorney in the Illinois Central lish a domestic violence court, and chairperson of the litigation depart- District, where she has worked since served as the local administrative ment. His pro bono work focused on 2003. She works out of the Rock Island judge for the Nueces County district personal injury claims and occasional branch of the U.S. Attorney’s Office. courts. In this capacity she presided representation in criminal defense and She has investigated and prosecuted over meetings of the district court family law matters. hundreds of defendants for various Fed- judges, ensured compliance with local In 1998, he was appointed to serve as eral crimes including gang offenses, rules, appointed committees regarding district judge for the First Judicial drug conspiracies, gun crimes, bank court management, and handled as- District of Colorado. As a district robbery, money laundering, and fraud. sorted other administrative tasks re- judge, he handled a mixed docket of She has also written and argued nu- garding the court. criminal, civil, and domestic relations merous appeals.

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I appreciate Sec- Science Foundation, for a term expiring May ecutor, Ms. Darrow worked in private retary Locke’s commitment to pro- 10, 2016. practice in Rock Island, and she also grams such as EDA and helping these Alan I. Leshner, of Maryland, to be a Mem- ber of the National Science Board, National worked as a prosecutor in the Henry communities. Science Foundation, for a term expiring May County State’s Attorney’s Office. In this time of fiscal austerity, he 10, 2016. She served as an assistant State’s at- brought the 2010 census in 25 percent William Carl Lineberger, of Colorado, to be torney in Henry County from 1999 to under budget, saving taxpayers $1.9 bil- a Member of the National Science Board, Na- 2000, and then as first assistant State’s lion. He led an organization that still tional Science Foundation, for a term expir- attorney from 2000 to 2003. got the census information that we ing May 10, 2016. While serving at the State’s Attor- need to get a true picture of the make- NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND THE ney’s Office she prosecuted a wide up of our Nation. HUMANITIES range of State felony cases. She also I also appreciate his hard work to Aaron Paul Dworkin, of Michigan, to be a was responsible for supervising staff at- meet the Obama administration’s goal Member of the National Council on the Arts torneys and managing the office’s case- to double exports within 5 years. Cur- for a term expiring September 3, 2014. load. rently, only 1 percent of American UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE Ms. Darrow enjoys an excellent rep- companies export, and Secretary Locke Eric S. Edelman, of Virginia, to be a Mem- utation among the legal community in understands the crucial need for ex- ber of the Board of Directors of the United the Central District. She will serve the panded U.S. exports as part of our eco- States Institute of Peace for a term of four years. people of Illinois well in her new capac- nomic recovery. ity as a Federal judge. I know we will look back and say DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE In addition to her impressive profes- that Secretary Locke’s time at the De- Clayton D. Johnson, of Oklahoma, to be sional accomplishments, Sara Darrow partment of Commerce was the begin- United States Marshal for the Northern Dis- trict of Oklahoma for the term of four years. is an impressive person with a wonder- ning of America’s return to prominence ful family. as an export nation. As he said, ‘‘It is DEPARTMENT OF STATE She is a graduate of Marquette Uni- almost like [we’re] building the foun- Derek J. Mitchell, of Connecticut, to be versity and Saint Louis University dation of a house or an office tower. All Special Representative and Policy Coordi- nator for Burma, with the rank of Ambas- School of Law. the foundation work takes a long, long While a college student at Marquette, sador. time. You don’t really see it. It is all Jeffrey DeLaurentis, of New York, a Career she interned in Washington, DC, for happening below the street level. . . . Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class Senator CARL LEVIN. It was on Capitol After that, then things really begin to of Counselor, to be Alternate Representative Hill where Sara met and began dating take off’’ of the United States of America for Special her husband Clarence, who was then Thank you, again, Gary, now Ambas- Political Affairs in the United Nations, with working for Congressman Lane Evans. sador Locke. You are a true public the rank of Ambassador. Sara and Clarence are now blessed to servant, and that is one of the highest Jeffrey DeLaurentis, of New York, a Career be the proud parents of six children: Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class compliments I can convey. I wish you of Counselor, to be an Alternate Representa- Connor, age 14; Lilia, 13; Augie, 12; luck as you continue to serve this Anna Grace, 10; Ella, 8; and Danny, 5. tive of the United States of America to the great Nation in your new post. Sessions of the General Assembly of the And Sara Darrow also has an impres- The nominations considered and con- United Nations, during his tenure of service sive record of service in the commu- firmed en bloc are as follows: as Alternate Representative of the United nity of Rock Island, IL. She is truly a DEPARTMENT OF STATE States of America for Special Political Af- credit to this community. fairs in the United Nations. David Bruce Shear, of New York, a Career In short, Ms. Darrow has the experi- David S. Adams, of the District of Colum- Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class bia, to be an Assistant Secretary of State ence, qualifications and temperament of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- (Legislative Affairs). to be an excellent Federal judge. traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Frankie Annette Reed, of Maryland, a Ca- I enthusiastically support her nomi- United States of America to the Socialist reer Member of the Senior Foreign Service, nation and urge my colleagues to do Republic of Vietnam. Class of Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- the same. SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the NOMINATION OF GARY LOCKE Jennifer A. Di Toro, of the District of Co- United States of America to the Republic of Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, lumbia, to be an Associate Judge of the Su- the Fiji Islands, and to serve concurrently it is my great pleasure to congratulate perior Court of the District of Columbia for and without additional compensation as Am- and pay tribute to Gary Locke, who the term of fifteen years. bassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary has been the Secretary of Commerce Yvonne M. Williams, of the District of Co- of the United States of America to the Re- public of Nauru, the Kingdom of Tonga, since March 2009 and was recently con- lumbia, to be an Associate Judge of the Su- perior Court of the District of Columbia for Tuvalu, and the Republic of Kiribati. firmed by the Senate to be the U.S. the term of fifteen years. Paul D. Wohlers, of Washington, a Career Ambassador to China. Secretary Locke STATE JUSTICE INSTITUTE Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class has been a truly outstanding public of Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraor- David V. Brewer, of Oregon, to be a Mem- dinary and Plenipotentiary of the United servant, and I applaud him as he con- ber of the Board of Directors of the State States of America to the Republic of Mac- tinues his service to our country in Justice Institute for a term expiring Sep- edonia. China. His service truly makes our tember 17, 2013. country a better place. William H. Moser, of North Carolina, a Ca- INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA reer Member of the Senior Foreign Service, As Secretary of Commerce, Gary NATIVE CULTURE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambas- Locke has been an aggressive leader at Barbara Jeanne Ells, of Colorado, to be a sador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Department of Commerce, and has Member of the Board of Trustees of the Insti- the United States of America to the Republic earned a reputation as a strong man- tute of American Indian and Alaska Native of Moldova. ager and an innovator. Culture and Arts Development for a term ex- Earl Anthony Wayne, of Maryland, A Ca- Among his many successes at Com- piring October 18, 2016. reer Member of the Senior Foreign Service, merce, he has helped innovators by Deborah Downing Goodman, of Oklahoma, Personal Rank of Career Ambassador, to be pushing the Patent and Trademark Of- to be a Member of the Board of Trustees of Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni- fice to streamline the process to get a the Institute of American Indian and Alaska potentiary of the United States of America Native Culture and Arts Development for a to Mexico. patent. term expiring October 18, 2014. Arnold A. Chacon, of Virginia, a Career Secretary Locke worked with the Cynthia Chavez Lamar, of New Mexico, to Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class Economic Development Administra- be a Member of the Board of Trustees of the of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- tion to streamline its approval process. Institute of American Indian and Alaska Na- traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the

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IN THE ARMY Reserve of the Army to the grades indicated DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE The following named officer for appoint- under title 10, U.S.C., section 12203 and 12211: ment as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Madelyn R. Creedon, of Indiana, to be an To be major general Staff and appointment to the grade indicated Assistant Secretary of Defense. Brigadier General Stephen E. Bogle while assigned to a position of importance Alan F. Estevez, of the District of Colum- Brigadier General Dominic A. Cariello and responsibility under title 10, U.S.C., sec- bia, to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense. Brigadier General David J. Elicerio tions 152 and 601: IN THE AIR FORCE Brigadier General Sheryl E. Gordon To be general The following named officer for appoint- Brigadier General Ronald W. Huff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey ment in the United States Air Force to the Brigadier General Gerald W. Ketchum grade indicated while assigned to a position The following named officer for appoint- Brigadier General William L. Seekins of importance and responsibility under title ment as the Chief of Staff, United States Brigadier General Richard E. Swan 10, U.S.C., section 601: Army, and appointment to the grade indi- Brigadier General Joe M. Wells cated while assigned to a position of impor- To be brigadier general To be general tance and responsibility under title 10, Colonel Matthew P. Beevers Gen. William M. Fraser, III U.S.C., sections 601 and 3033: Colonel Joel E. Best The following Air National Guard of the To be general Colonel Michael E. Bobeck United States officer for appointment in the Gen. Raymond T. Odierno Colonel Joseph M. Bongiovanni Reserve of the Air Force to the grade indi- The following named officer for appoint- Colonel Brent E. Bracewell cated under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 Colonel Allen E. Brewer and 12212: ment in the United States Army to the grade indicated while assigned to a position of im- Colonel Leon M. Bridges To be brigadier general portance and responsibility under title 10, Colonel Eric C. Bush Col. Donald P. Dunbar U.S.C., section 601: Colonel Scott A. Campbell The following named officer for appoint- To be lieutenant general Colonel William R. Coats Colonel Albert L. Cox ment in the United States Air Force to the Maj. Gen. Keith C. Walker grade indicated while assigned to a position Colonel Sylvia R. Crockett The following named officer for appoint- of importance and responsibility under title Colonel Terry A. Ethridge ment in the United States Army to the grade 10, U.S.C., section 601: Colonel Kevin R. Griese indicated while assigned to a position of im- Colonel John J. Jansen To be lieutenant general portance and responsibility under title 10, Colonel Donald O. Lagace, Jr. Maj. Gen. Stephen L. Hoog U.S.C., section 601: Colonel Louis J. Landreth The following named officer for appoint- To be lieutenant general Colonel William S. Lee ment in the United States Air Force to the Maj. Gen. Charles T. Cleveland Colonel Jerry H. Martin grade indicated while assigned to a position The following named officer for appoint- Colonel Robert A. Mason of importance and responsibility under title ment in the United States Army to the grade Colonel Craig M. McGalliard 10, U.S.C., section 601: indicated while assigned to a position of im- Colonel Christopher J. Morgan To be lieutenant general portance and responsibility under title 10, Colonel Todd M. Nehls Colonel Kevin L. Neumann Lt. Gen. Janet C. Wolfenbarger U.S.C., section 601: Colonel Michael J. Osburn The following Air National Guard of the To be lieutenant general Colonel Lannie D. Runck United States officer for appointment in the Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter Colonel George M. Schwartz Reserve of the Air Force to the grade indi- The following named officer for appoint- Colonel Terence P. Sullivan cated under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 ment in the United States Army to the grade Colonel Alicia A. Tate-Nadeau and 12212: indicated while assigned to a position of im- Colonel Thomas P. Wilkinson To be major general portance and responsibility under title 10, Colonel Wilbur E. Wolf, III Brig. Gen. Verle L. Johnston, Jr. U.S.C., section 601: Colonel David C. Wood The following named officer for appoint- To be lieutenant general The following Army National Guard of the ment in the United States Air Force to the Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen, Jr. United States officers for appointment in the Reserve of the Army to the grades indicated grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section The following named officer for appoint- under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and 624: ment in the United States Army to the grade 12211: To be major general indicated while assigned to a position of im- To be major general Brig. Gen. Leonard A. Patrick portance and responsibility under title 10, U.S.C., section 601: Brigadier General David B. Enyeart The following Air National Guard of the United States officers for appointment in the To be lieutenant general To be brigadier general Reserve of the Air Force to the grades indi- Maj. Gen. David G. Perkins Colonel Randy A. Alewel cated under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 The following Army National Guard of the Colonel Karen D. Gattis and 12212: United States officer for appointment in the Colonel Catherine F. Jorgensen To be major general Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated Colonel Blake C. Ortner under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and Colonel Timothy P. Williams Brigadier General Trulan A. Eyre Colonel David E. Wilmot Brigadier General Mark R. Johnson 12211: The following Army National Guard of the Brigadier General Bruce W. Prunk To be brigadier general United States officer for appointment in the Brigadier General Harold E. Reed Col. Brian R. Copes Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated Brigadier General Roy E. Uptegraff, III The following named officer for appoint- under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and To be brigadier general ment in the Reserve of the Army to the 12211: Colonel Patrick D. Aiello grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section To be brigadier general 12203: Colonel Aaron J. Booher Col. Gina D. Seiler Colonel Kevin W. Bradley To be major general The following Army National Guard of the Colonel David T. Buckalew Brig. Gen. Bert K. Mizusawa United States officer for appointment in the Colonel Peter J. Byrne The following Army National Guard of the Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated Colonel Paul D. Cummings United States officer for appointment in the under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and Colonel Vyas Deshpande Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated 12211: Colonel Brian T. Dravis under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and To be brigadier general Colonel Brent J. Feick 12211: Colonel Mark K. Foreman Col. Michael A. Calhoun To be brigadier general Colonel David R. Fountain The following named officer for appoint- Colonel Timothy L. Frye Col. Fred W. Allen ment in the Reserve of the Army to the Colonel Paul D. Gruver The following named officer for appoint- grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section Colonel Michael A. Hudson ment in the United States Army to the grade 12203:

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:47 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00090 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02AU6.082 S02AUPT1 tjames on DSK1DXX6B1PROD with SENATE August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S5291 To be brigadier general VENEGAS, JR., which nominations were re- received by the Senate and appeared in the Col. Kaffia Jones ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. PN803 ARMY nominations (326) beginning IN THE NAVY PN791 AIR FORCE nominations (4) begin- MICHAEL A. ADAMS, and ending PAULA The following named officer for appoint- ning JOHNATHAN M. COMPTON, and ending YOUNG, which nominations were received by ment as Chief of Naval Operations, United BENJAMIN J. MITCHELL, which nomina- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- States Navy and appointment to the grade tions were received by the Senate and ap- sional Record of July 20, 2011. indicated while assigned to a position of im- peared in the Congressional Record of July PN804 ARMY nominations (582) beginning portance and responsibility under title 10, 20, 2011. GEOFFREY R. ADAMS, and ending D005579, U.S.C., sections 601 and 5033: IN THE ARMY which nominations were received by the Sen- To be admiral ate and appeared in the Congressional PN719 ARMY nomination of Thomas B. Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert Record of July 20, 2011. Murphree, which was received by the Senate PN805 ARMY nominations (347) beginning The following named officer for appoint- and appeared in the Congressional Record of ALISSA R. ACKLEY, and ending D003185, ment as the Vice Chairman of the Joint June 22, 2011. which nominations were received by the Sen- Chiefs of Staff and appointment to the grade PN720 ARMY nominations (3) beginning ate and appeared in the Congressional indicated while assigned to a position of im- PEDRO T. RAGA, and ending MATTHEW H. Record of July 20, 2011. portance and responsibility under title 10, VINNING, which nominations were received PN806 ARMY nominations (284) beginning U.S.C., sections 601 and 154: by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- THOMAS H. AARSEN, and ending D010899, To be admiral sional Record of June 22, 2011. which nominations were received by the Sen- PN765 ARMY nominations (2) beginning Adm. James A. Winnefeld, Jr. ate and appeared in the Congressional Nicholas M. Cruzgarcia, and ending Joseph Record of July 20, 2011. The following named officer for appoint- P. Lynn, which nominations were received IN THE FOREIGN SERVICE ment as Chief of Naval Personnel, United by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- States Navy, and appointment to the grade sional Record of July 11, 2011. PN421 FOREIGN SERVICE nominations indicated while assigned to a position of im- PN766 ARMY nomination of Luisa G. (275) beginning Ross Ellis Hagan, and ending portance and responsibility under title 10, Santiago, which was received by the Senate Willem H. Brakel, which nominations were U.S.C., sections 601 and 5141: and appeared in the Congressional Record of received by the Senate and appeared in the To be vice admiral July 11, 2011. Congressional Record of April 8, 2011. PN756 FOREIGN SERVICE nominations Vice Adm. Scott R. Van Buskirk PN767 ARMY nominations (4) beginning TROY W. ROSS, and ending CARLOS E. (160) beginning Timothy C. Cannon, and end- The following named officer for appoint- QUEZADA, which nominations were received ing Mark Jeffrey Hipp, which nominations ment as Vice Chief of Naval Operations, by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- were received by the Senate and appeared in United States Navy and appointment to the sional Record of July 11, 2011. the Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. grade indicated while assigned to a position PN768 ARMY nominations (6) beginning IN THE MARINE CORPS of importance and responsibility under title JAMES L. ADAMS, JR., and ending ROB- PN369 MARINE CORPS nomination of Car- 10, U.S.C., sections 601 and 5035: ERT M. THELEN, which nominations were roll J. Connelley, which was received by the To be admiral received by the Senate and appeared in the Senate and appeared in the Congressional Vice Adm. Mark E. Ferguson, III Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. Record of March 30, 2011. The following named officer for appoint- PN769 ARMY nominations (36) beginning PN370 MARINE CORPS nomination of ment in the United States Navy to the grade MATTHEW B. AHN, and ending GREGORY Samuel H. Carrasco, which was received by indicated while assigned to a position of im- S. THOGMARTIN, which nominations were the Senate and appeared in the Congres- portance and responsibility under title 10, received by the Senate and appeared in the sional Record of March 30, 2011. U.S.C., section 601: Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. IN THE NAVY PN793 ARMY nomination of Cindy B Katz, To be vice admiral PN721 NAVY nomination of Troy D. Carr, which was received by the Senate and ap- which was received by the Senate and ap- Rear Adm. Scott H. Swift peared in the Congressional Record of July peared in the Congressional Record of June The following named officer for appoint- 20, 2011. 22, 2011. ment in the United States Navy to the grade PN794 ARMY nomination of Wiley C. PN722 NAVY nominations (32) beginning indicated while assigned to a position of im- Thompson, which was received by the Senate DAWN C. ALLEN, and ending JENNIFER L. portance and responsibility under title 10, and appeared in the Congressional Record of TIETZ, which nominations were received by U.S.C., section 601: July 20, 2011. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- To be vice admiral PN795 ARMY nomination of Marshall S. sional Record of June 22, 2011. Humes, which was received by the Senate Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris, Jr. PN770 NAVY nominations (3) beginning and appeared in the Congressional Record of JAMES S. BROWN, and ending HEATHER J. The following named officer for appoint- July 20, 2011. WALTON, which nominations were received ment in the United States Navy to the grade PN796 ARMY nomination of Cyruss A. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- indicated while assigned to a position of im- Tsurgeon, which was received by the Senate sional Record of July 11, 2011. portance and responsibility under title 10, and appeared in the Congressional Record of PN771 NAVY nominations (98) beginning U.S.C., section 601: July 20, 2011. CHRISTOPHER A. ALFONZO, and ending To be vice admiral PN797 ARMY nominations (2) beginning SARA B. ZIMMER, which nominations were Vice Adm. Michael A. LeFever COLLEEN F. BLAILES, and ending CURTIS received by the Senate and appeared in the T. CHUN, which nominations were received Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. The following named officer for appoint- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- PN772 NAVY nominations (23) beginning ment in the United States Navy Reserve to sional Record of July 20, 2011. RAUL L. BARRIENTOS, and ending HAR- the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., PN798 ARMY nominations (2) beginning OLD S. ZALD, which nominations were re- section 12203: BRAD M. EVANS, and ending JAY S. KOST, ceived by the Senate and appeared in the To be rear admiral (lower half) which nominations were received by the Sen- Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. Capt. Luke M. McCollum ate and appeared in the Congressional PN773 NAVY nominations (67) beginning Record of July 20, 2011. NOMINATIONS PLACED ON THE SECRETARY’S DAVID L. AGEY, and ending LAURA L. V. PN799 ARMY nominations (2) beginning DESK WEGEMANN, which nominations were re- MATTHEW J. BAKER, and ending RUSSELL ceived by the Senate and appeared in the IN THE AIR FORCE B. CHAMBERS, which nominations were re- Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. PN497 AIR FORCE nominations (79) begin- ceived by the Senate and appeared in the PN774 NAVY nominations (12) beginning ning LAUREN F. AASE, and ending DEBRA Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. ROBERT P. ANSELM, and ending PAUL A. S. Z1NSMEYER, which nominations were re- PN800 ARMY nominations (6) beginning WALKER, which nominations were received ceived by the Senate and appeared in the JOSEPH B. RUSINKO, and ending PAULA S. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Congressional Record of May 4, 2011. OLIVER, which nominations were received sional Record of July 11, 2011. PN787 AIR FORCE nomination of Mary F. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- PN775 NAVY nominations (29) beginning Hart-Gallagher, which was received by the sional Record of July 20, 2011. RANDY E. ASHMAN, and ending TAMMY L. Senate and appeared in the Congressional PN801 ARMY nominations (55) beginning WEINZATL, which nominations were re- Record of July 20, 2011. CHARLESPAUL T. ANONUEVO, and ending ceived by the Senate and appeared in the PN788 AIR FORCE nomination of Raymond TRACY E. WALTERS, which nominations Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. S. Collins, which was received by the Senate were received by the Senate and appeared in PN776 NAVY nominations (45) beginning and appeared in the Congressional Record of the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. DEANGELO ASHBY, and ending LAGENA K. July 20, 2011. PN802 ARMY nominations (12) beginning G. YARBROUGH, which nominations were PN790 AIR FORCE nominations (50) begin- DAVID H. BURNHAM, and ending RAN- received by the Senate and appeared in the ning WADE B. ADAIR, and ending ELIJIO J. DALL S. VERDE, which nominations were Congressional Record of July 11, 2011.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 03:31 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00091 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02AU6.086 S02AUPT1 tjames on DSK1DXX6B1PROD with SENATE S5292 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE August 2, 2011 PN777 NAVY nominations (20) beginning STEPHANIE B. MURDOCK, which nomina- APPOINTMENT AUTHORITY DENNIS K. ANDREWS, and ending BRIAN tions were received by the Senate and ap- K. WAITE, which nominations were received peared in the Congressional Record of July Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- 20, 2011. imous consent that notwithstanding sional Record of July 11, 2011. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- the upcoming recess or adjournment of PN778 NAVY nominations (26) beginning imous consent that the Senate proceed the Senate, the President of the Sen- ROBERTO M. ALVARADO, and ending JO- to consider the following nominations: ate, the President pro tempore and the SEPH W. YATES, which nominations were Calendar Nos. 114, 115, 116, and 117; that majority and minority leaders be au- received by the Senate and appeared in the thorized to make appointments to com- Congressional Record of July 11, 2011. the nominations be confirmed en bloc, PN807 NAVY nomination of Mathew R. the motions to reconsider be consid- missions, committees, boards, con- Loe, which was received by the Senate and ered made and laid upon the table; that ferences or interparliamentary con- appeared in the Congressional Record of July no further motions be in order to any ferences authorized by law, by concur- 20, 2011. of the nominations; that any related rent action of the two Houses or by PN808 NAVY nomination of Michael J. statements be printed in the RECORD; order of the Senate. O’Donnell, which was received by the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and appeared in the Congressional Record of and that President Obama be imme- July 20, 2011. diately notified of the Senate’s action. objection, it is so ordered. PN809 NAVY nomination of Lawrence The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without f Brandon, Jr., which was received by the Sen- objection, it is so ordered. ate and appeared in the Congressional The nominations considered and con- SIGNING AUTHORITY Record of July 20, 2011. firmed en bloc are as follows: PN810 NAVY nominations (2) beginning Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- Robert A. Slaughter, and ending Robert THE JUDICIARY imous consent that from Tuesday, Au- Thomas, which nominations were received Sara Lynn Darrow, of Illinois, to be United gust 2, through Tuesday, September 6, by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- States District Judge for the Central Dis- the majority leader and Senator sional Record of July 20, 2011. trict of Illinois. ROCKEFELLER be authorized to sign PN811 NAVY nominations (5) beginning Richard Brooke Jackson, of Colorado, to be duly enrolled bills or joint resolutions. ANTHONY DIAZ, and ending JANE E. United States District Judge for the District The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without MCNEELY, which nominations were received of Colorado. by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Kathleen M. Williams, of Florida, to be objection, it is so ordered. sional Record of July 20, 2011. United States District Judge for the South- f PN812 NAVY nominations (3) beginning ern District of Florida. CARISSA L. GAREY, and ending DANIEL G. Nelva Gonzales Ramos, of Texas, to be ORDERS FOR FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 NICASTRI, which nominations were received United States District Judge for the South- THROUGH TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- ern District of Texas. 6, 2011 sional Record of July 20, 2011. PN813 NAVY nominations (8) beginning f Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- TIMOTHY M. DERBYSHIRE, and ending NOMINATION DISCHARGED imous consent that when the Senate CHRISTINA J. WONG, which nominations Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- completes its business today, it recess were received by the Senate and appeared in and convene for pro forma sessions the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. imous consent that the Commerce PN814 NAVY nominations (17) beginning Committee be discharged from further only, with no business conducted on JEREMIAH E. CHAPLIN, and ending PAM- consideration of PN–741, which is Debo- the following dates and times, and that ELA A. TELLADO, which nominations were rah A. P. Hersman of Virginia to be following each pro forma session, the received by the Senate and appeared in the Chairman of the National Transpor- Senate recess until the following pro Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. tation Safety Board for 2 years. forma session: PN815 NAVY nominations (21) beginning Friday, August 5, at 10 a.m.; Tuesday, PAIGE H. ADAMS, and ending ANDREW F. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without August 9, at 11 a.m.; Friday, August 12, YOUNG, which nominations were received by objection, it is so ordered. the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent 12 p.m.; Tuesday, August 16, 11 a.m.; sional Record of July 20, 2011. the nomination be confirmed, the mo- Friday, August 19, at 10 a.m.; Tuesday, PN816 NAVY nominations (17) beginning tion to reconsider be considered made August 23, 2:30 p.m.; Friday, August 26, ROBERT S. BAIR, and ending PATRICIA R. and laid upon the table, there be no in- at 11:15 a.m.; Tuesday, August 30, at 10 WILSON, which nominations were received a.m.; Friday, September 2, at 10 a.m.; by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- tervening action or debate, and any statements related to this matter be and that the Senate adjourn on Friday, sional Record of July 20, 2011. September 2, until 2 p.m., Tuesday, PN817 NAVY nominations (58) beginning printed in the RECORD; that the Presi- KIRKLAND M. ANDERSON, and ending dent be immediately notified of the September 6; that following the prayer MARTHA A. WITTOSCH, which nominations Senate’s action, and the Senate resume and pledge, the Journal of proceedings were received by the Senate and appeared in legislative session. be approved to date, the morning hour the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. be deemed to have expired, and the PN818 NAVY nominations (202) beginning The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. time for the two leaders be reserved for CHERYL E. AIMESTILLMAN, and ending their use later in the day; further, that JON E. ZATLOKOWICZ, which nominations The nomination considered and con- were received by the Senate and appeared in firmed is as follows: following any leader remarks, the Sen- ate be in a period of morning business the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD PN819 NAVY nominations (24) beginning until 5 p.m., with Senators permitted ARCHIE L. BARBER, and ending ZAVEAN Deborah A. P. Hersman, of Virginia, to be to speak therein for up to 10 minutes V. WARE, which nominations were received Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term of two years. each; finally, that following morning by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- business, the Senate proceed to execu- sional Record of July 20, 2011. f tive session, under the previous order. PN820 NAVY nominations (42) beginning MYLENE R. ARVIZO, and ending ASHLEY LEGISLATIVE SESSION The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without S. WRIGHT, which nominations were re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- objection, it is so ordered. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the ate will resume legislative session. f Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. PN821 NAVY nominations (4) beginning f PROGRAM AMELIA F. DUDLEY, and ending BRANDON REPORTING AUTHORITY D. SMITH, which nominations were received Mr. REID. Mr. President, the next by the Senate and appeared in the Congres- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- rollcall vote will be at 5:30 p.m. on sional Record of July 20, 2011. imous consent that notwithstanding Tuesday, September 6. The first vote PN822 NAVY nominations (18) beginning the Senate’s recess, committees be au- will be on the confirmation of Bernice RICHFIELD F. AGULLANA, and ending thorized to report legislative and exec- Bouie Donald to be a U.S. Circuit CHIEH YANG, which nominations were re- utive matters on Tuesday, August 30, Judge for the Sixth Circuit, and the ceived by the Senate and appeared in the Congressional Record of July 20, 2011. from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. second vote will be a cloture vote on PN823 NAVY nominations (4) beginning The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the motion to proceed to H.R. 1249, the CHARITY C. HARDISON, and ending objection, it is so ordered. patent reform bill.

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THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT HUMANITIES There being no objection, the Senate, IN THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE REGULAR ARMY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 531: AARON PAUL DWORKIN, OF MICHIGAN, TO BE A MEM- at 6:43 p.m., recessed until Friday, Au- BER OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON THE ARTS FOR A gust 5, 2011, at 10 a.m. To be major TERM EXPIRING SEPTEMBER 3, 2014. f STEPHEN R. TAYLOR UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT ERIC S. EDELMAN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE A MEMBER OF NOMINATIONS TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE RESERVE OF THE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE UNITED STATES IN- ARMY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: STITUTE OF PEACE FOR A TERM OF FOUR YEARS. Executive nominations received by To be colonel DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE the Senate: HAL D. BAIRD CLAYTON D. JOHNSON, OF OKLAHOMA, TO BE UNITED THE JUDICIARY IN THE NAVY STATES MARSHAL FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF OKLAHOMA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS. ADALBERTO JOSE JORDAN, OF FLORIDA, TO BE UNITED THE FOLLOWING NAMED INDIVIDUAL FOR APPOINT- STATES CIRCUIT JUDGE FOR THE ELEVENTH CIRCUIT, DEPARTMENT OF STATE VICE SUSAN H. BLACK, RETIRED. MENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES MIRANDA DU, OF NEVADA, TO BE UNITED STATES DIS- NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: DEREK J. MITCHELL, OF CONNECTICUT, TO BE SPECIAL TRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF NEVADA, VICE To be captain REPRESENTATIVE AND POLICY COORDINATOR FOR ROGER L. HUNT, RETIRED. BURMA, WITH THE RANK OF AMBASSADOR. JOHN N. DESVERREAUX JEFFREY DELAURENTIS, OF NEW YORK, A CAREER DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF COUNSELOR, TO BE ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE OF DAVID B. BARLOW, OF UTAH, TO BE UNITED STATES f THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR SPECIAL POLIT- ATTORNEY FOR THE DISTRICT OF UTAH FOR THE TERM ICAL AFFAIRS IN THE UNITED NATIONS, WITH THE RANK OF FOUR YEARS, VICE BRETT L. TOLMAN, TERM EX- DISCHARGED NOMINATION OF AMBASSADOR. PIRED. The Senate Committee on Com- JEFFREY DELAURENTIS, OF NEW YORK, A CAREER THE JUDICIARY MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF merce, Science, and Transportation COUNSELOR, TO BE AN ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE CATHARINE FRIEND EASTERLY, OF THE DISTRICT OF was discharged from further consider- OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE SESSIONS COLUMBIA, TO BE AN ASSOCIATE JUDGE OF THE DIS- OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE UNITED NATIONS, TRICT OF COLUMBIA COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE TERM ation of the following nomination by DURING HIS TENURE OF SERVICE AS ALTERNATE REP- OF FIFTEEN YEARS, VICE A. NOEL ANKETELL KRAMER, unanimous consent and the nomination RESENTATIVE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR RETIRED. was held at the desk: SPECIAL POLITICAL AFFAIRS IN THE UNITED NATIONS. COURT SERVICES AND OFFENDER SUPERVISION DAVID S. ADAMS, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, TO DEBORAH A. P. HERSMAN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE CHAIR- BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE (LEGISLATIVE AGENCY FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MAN OF THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AFFAIRS). BOARD FOR A TERM OF TWO YEARS. FRANKIE ANNETTE REED, OF MARYLAND, A CAREER NANCY MARIA WARE, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF TO BE DIRECTOR OF THE COURT SERVICES AND OF- f COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND FENDER SUPERVISION AGENCY FOR THE DISTRICT OF PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA COLUMBIA FOR A TERM OF SIX YEARS, VICE PAUL A. CONFIRMATIONS TO THE REPUBLIC OF THE FIJI ISLANDS, AND TO SERVE QUANDER, JR., TERM EXPIRED. CONCURRENTLY AND WITHOUT ADDITIONAL COMPENSA- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Executive nominations confirmed by TION AS AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENI- the Senate August 2, 2011: POTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO ERNEST MITCHELL, JR., OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE ADMIN- THE REPUBLIC OF NAURU, THE KINGDOM OF TONGA, ISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES FIRE ADMINISTRA- DEPARTMENT OF STATE TUVALU, AND THE REPUBLIC OF KIRIBATI. TION, FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, DE- PAUL D. WOHLERS, OF WASHINGTON, A CAREER MEM- PARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, VICE KELVIN DAVID BRUCE SHEAR, OF NEW YORK, A CAREER MEM- BER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF COUN- JAMES COCHRAN, RESIGNED. BER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MIN- SELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND ISTER-COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAOR- OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES TO THE REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA. INTELLIGENCE OF AMERICA TO THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM. WILLIAM H. MOSER, OF NORTH CAROLINA, A CAREER MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF IRVIN CHARLES MC CULLOUGH III, OF MARYLAND, TO THE JUDICIARY MINISTER-COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAOR- BE INSPECTOR GENERAL OF THE INTELLIGENCE COMMU- DINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES NITY, OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTEL- SARA LYNN DARROW, OF ILLINOIS, TO BE UNITED OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA. LIGENCE. (NEW POSITION) STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS. EARL ANTHONY WAYNE, OF MARYLAND, A CAREER DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE RICHARD BROOKE JACKSON, OF COLORADO, TO BE MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, PERSONAL UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE DISTRICT OF RANK OF CAREER AMBASSADOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR ASHTON B. CARTER, OF MASSACHUSETTS, TO BE DEP- COLORADO. EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, VICE WILLIAM J. LYNN III KATHLEEN M. WILLIAMS, OF FLORIDA, TO BE UNITED UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO MEXICO. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT ARNOLD A. CHACON, OF VIRGINIA, A CAREER MEMBER OF FLORIDA. OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MINISTER- GREGORY HOWARD WOODS, OF NEW YORK, TO BE GEN- NELVA GONZALES RAMOS, OF TEXAS, TO BE UNITED COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND ERAL COUNSEL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, VICE STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SCOTT BLAKE HARRIS, RESIGNED. OF TEXAS. TO THE REPUBLIC OF GUATEMALA. IN THE AIR FORCE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED JENNIFER A. DI TORO, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE TO BE AN ASSOCIATE JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT MATTHEW G. OLSEN, OF MARYLAND, TO BE DIRECTOR OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FOR THE TERM OF FIF- OF THE NATIONAL COUNTERTERRORISM CENTER, OF- TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: TEEN YEARS. FICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE. YVONNE M. WILLIAMS, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, To be major general TO BE AN ASSOCIATE JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FOR THE TERM OF FIF- BRIG. GEN. ALLYSON R. SOLOMON MADELYN R. CREEDON, OF INDIANA, TO BE AN ASSIST- TEEN YEARS. THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED ANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE. STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE STATE JUSTICE INSTITUTE ALAN F. ESTEVEZ, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, TO OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE. TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: DAVID V. BREWER, OF OREGON, TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE STATE JUSTICE IN- IN THE AIR FORCE STITUTE FOR A TERM EXPIRING SEPTEMBER 17, 2013. To be brigadier general THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COL. GARY W. KEEFE INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED NATIVE CULTURE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE 601: OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER BARBARA JEANNE ELLS, OF COLORADO, TO BE A MEM- TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: BER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INSTITUTE OF To be general AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE CULTURE AND To be brigadier general ARTS DEVELOPMENT FOR A TERM EXPIRING OCTOBER GEN. WILLIAM M. FRASER III 18, 2016. COLONEL FREDERIK G. HARTWIG THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED DEBORAH DOWNING GOODMAN, OF OKLAHOMA, TO BE A STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE COLONEL DONALD L. JOHNSON MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INSTI- COLONEL KENNETH W. WISIAN OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE CUL- TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: IN THE ARMY TURE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FOR A TERM EXPIRING OCTOBER 18, 2014. To be brigadier general THE FOLLOWING NAMED ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF CYNTHIA CHAVEZ LAMAR, OF NEW MEXICO, TO BE A THE UNITED STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INSTI- COL. DONALD P. DUNBAR THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE RESERVE OF THE ARMY TUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE CUL- THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: TURE AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT FOR A TERM EXPIRING IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- MAY 19, 2016. CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE To be colonel AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION LARRY W. DOTSON 601: MARK G. ELAM DAN ARVIZU, OF COLORADO, TO BE A MEMBER OF THE To be lieutenant general TROY D. GALLOWAY NATIONAL SCIENCE BOARD, NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUN- MARY K. JONES DATION, FOR A TERM EXPIRING MAY 10, 2016. MAJ. GEN. STEPHEN L. HOOG

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THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT SERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER IN THE NAVY IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION To be brigadier general AS CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS, UNITED STATES NAVY 601: AND APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE COL. BRIAN R. COPES ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPON- To be lieutenant general THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT SIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 601 AND 5033: IN THE RESERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDI- LT. GEN. JANET C. WOLFENBARGER CATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: To be admiral THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE To be major general ADM. JONATHAN W. GREENERT OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: BRIG. GEN. BERT K. MIZUSAWA AS THE VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE AND APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE To be major general UNITED STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RE- ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPON- BRIG. GEN. VERLE L. JOHNSTON, JR. SERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER SIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 601 AND 154: TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT To be admiral IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- To be brigadier general CATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: ADM. JAMES A. WINNEFELD, JR. COL. FRED W. ALLEN To be major general THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AS CHIEF OF NAVAL PERSONNEL, UNITED STATES NAVY, BRIG. GEN. LEONARD A. PATRICK IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED AND APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPON- THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED SIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 601 AND 5141: STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADES INDICATED UNDER To be general To be vice admiral TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12212: VICE ADM. SCOTT R. VAN BUSKIRK LT. GEN. CHARLES H. JACOBY, JR. To be major general THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE AS VICE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS, UNITED STATES BRIGADIER GENERAL TRULAN A. EYRE UNITED STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE NAVY AND APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED BRIGADIER GENERAL MARK R. JOHNSON RESERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADES INDICATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND BRIGADIER GENERAL BRUCE W. PRUNK UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: BRIGADIER GENERAL HAROLD E. REED RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 601 BRIGADIER GENERAL ROY E. UPTEGRAFF III To be major general AND 5035: To be brigadier general BRIGADIER GENERAL STEPHEN E. BOGLE To be admiral BRIGADIER GENERAL DOMINIC A. CARIELLO VICE ADM. MARK E. FERGUSON III COLONEL PATRICK D. AIELLO BRIGADIER GENERAL DAVID J. ELICERIO COLONEL AARON J. BOOHER BRIGADIER GENERAL SHERYL E. GORDON THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL KEVIN W. BRADLEY BRIGADIER GENERAL RONALD W. HUFF IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED COLONEL DAVID T. BUCKALEW BRIGADIER GENERAL GERALD W. KETCHUM WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND COLONEL PETER J. BYRNE BRIGADIER GENERAL WILLIAM L. SEEKINS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: COLONEL PAUL D. CUMMINGS BRIGADIER GENERAL RICHARD E. SWAN To be vice admiral COLONEL VYAS DESHPANDE BRIGADIER GENERAL JOE M. WELLS COLONEL BRIAN T. DRAVIS REAR ADM. SCOTT H. SWIFT COLONEL BRENT J. FEICK To be brigadier general THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL MARK K. FOREMAN IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED COLONEL DAVID R. FOUNTAIN COLONEL MATTHEW P. BEEVERS WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND COLONEL TIMOTHY L. FRYE COLONEL JOEL E. BEST RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: COLONEL PAUL D. GRUVER COLONEL MICHAEL E. BOBECK COLONEL MICHAEL A. HUDSON COLONEL JOSEPH M. BONGIOVANNI To be vice admiral COLONEL SALVATORE J. LOMBARDI COLONEL BRENT E. BRACEWELL COLONEL STEPHEN E. MARKOVICH COLONEL ALLEN E. BREWER VICE ADM. HARRY B. HARRIS, JR. COLONEL RICHARD L. MARTIN COLONEL LEON M. BRIDGES THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL BRIAN A. MILLER COLONEL ERIC C. BUSH IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED COLONEL WILLIAM W. POND COLONEL SCOTT A. CAMPBELL WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND COLONEL JONATHAN T. WALL COLONEL WILLIAM R. COATS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: COLONEL JENNIFER L. WALTER COLONEL ALBERT L. COX COLONEL SYLVIA R. CROCKETT To be vice admiral IN THE ARMY COLONEL TERRY A. ETHRIDGE VICE ADM. MICHAEL A. LEFEVER COLONEL KEVIN R. GRIESE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL JOHN J. JANSEN THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AS THE CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF AND COLONEL DONALD O. LAGACE, JR. IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE TO THE GRADE APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE AS- COLONEL LOUIS J. LANDRETH INDICATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: SIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSI- COLONEL WILLIAM S. LEE BILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 152 AND 601: To be rear admiral (lower half) COLONEL JERRY H. MARTIN To be general COLONEL ROBERT A. MASON CAPT. LUKE M. MCCOLLUM COLONEL CRAIG M. MCGALLIARD IN THE AIR FORCE GEN. MARTIN E. DEMPSEY COLONEL CHRISTOPHER J. MORGAN THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL TODD M. NEHLS AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH LAUREN F. AS THE CHIEF OF STAFF, UNITED STATES ARMY, AND COLONEL KEVIN L. NEUMANN AASE AND ENDING WITH DEBRA S. ZINSMEYER, WHICH APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHILE AS- COLONEL MICHAEL J. OSBURN NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- SIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSI- COLONEL LANNIE D. RUNCK PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAY 4, 2011. BILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 601 AND 3033: COLONEL GEORGE M. SCHWARTZ AIR FORCE NOMINATION OF MARY F. HART-GALLA- To be general COLONEL TERENCE P. SULLIVAN GHER, TO BE LIEUTENANT COLONEL. COLONEL ALICIA A. TATE-NADEAU AIR FORCE NOMINATION OF RAYMOND S. COLLINS, TO GEN. RAYMOND T. ODIERNO COLONEL THOMAS P. WILKINSON BE MAJOR. COLONEL WILBUR E. WOLF III AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH WADE B. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT COLONEL DAVID C. WOOD IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED ADAIR AND ENDING WITH ELIJIO J. VENEGAS, JR., WHICH WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: UNITED STATES OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, RESERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADES INDICATED 2011. To be lieutenant general UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JOHNATHAN M. COMPTON AND ENDING WITH BENJAMIN MAJ. GEN. KEITH C. WALKER To be major general J. MITCHELL, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL BRIGADIER GENERAL DAVID B. ENYEART IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND To be brigadier general RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: IN THE ARMY To be lieutenant general COLONEL RANDY A. ALEWEL ARMY NOMINATION OF THOMAS B. MURPHREE, TO BE COLONEL KAREN D. GATTIS COLONEL. MAJ. GEN. CHARLES T. CLEVELAND COLONEL CATHERINE F. JORGENSEN ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH PEDRO T. RAGA COLONEL BLAKE C. ORTNER THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AND ENDING WITH MATTHEW H. VINNING, WHICH NOMI- COLONEL TIMOTHY P. WILLIAMS IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- COLONEL DAVID E. WILMOT WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JUNE 22, RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE 2011. UNITED STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RE- ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH NICHOLAS M. To be lieutenant general SERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER CRUZGARCIA AND ENDING WITH JOSEPH P. LYNN, WHICH TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- LT. GEN. MICHAEL FERRITER PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT To be brigadier general 2011. IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED ARMY NOMINATION OF LUISA G. SANTIAGO, TO BE COL. GINA D. SEILER WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND LIEUTENANT COLONEL. RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH TROY W. ROSS To be lieutenant general UNITED STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RE- AND ENDING WITH CARLOS E. QUEZADA, WHICH NOMINA- SERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED LT. GEN. ROBERT L. CASLEN, JR. TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 12203 AND 12211: IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, 2011. ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JAMES L. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT To be brigadier general ADAMS, JR. AND ENDING WITH ROBERT M. THELEN, IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND COL. MICHAEL A. CALHOUN AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT JULY 11, 2011. IN THE RESERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDI- To be lieutenant general ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH MATTHEW B. CATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: AHN AND ENDING WITH GREGORY S. THOGMARTIN, MAJ. GEN. DAVID G. PERKINS To be brigadier general WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE THE FOLLOWING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD OF THE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON UNITED STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RE- COL. KAFFIA JONES JULY 11, 2011.

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ARMY NOMINATION OF CINDY B. KATZ, TO BE COLONEL. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- TIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED ARMY NOMINATION OF WILEY C. THOMPSON, TO BE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. COLONEL. 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH KIRKLAND M. ARMY NOMINATION OF MARSHALL S. HUMES, TO BE NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH RAUL L. ANDERSON AND ENDING WITH MARTHA A. WITTOSCH, LIEUTENANT COLONEL. BARRIENTOS AND ENDING WITH HAROLD S. ZALD, WHICH WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE ARMY NOMINATION OF CYRUSS A. TSURGEON, TO BE NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAJOR. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, JULY 20, 2011. ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH COLLEEN F. 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH CHERYL E. BLAILES AND ENDING WITH CURTIS T. CHUN, WHICH NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DAVID L. AGEY AIMESTILLMAN AND ENDING WITH JON E. ZATLOKOWICZ, NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- AND ENDING WITH LAURA L. V. WEGEMANN, WHICH WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON 2011. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, JULY 20, 2011. ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH BRAD M. EVANS 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ARCHIE L. BAR- AND ENDING WITH JAY S. KOST, WHICH NOMINATIONS NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ROBERT P. BER AND ENDING WITH ZAVEAN V. WARE, WHICH NOMI- WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE ANSELM AND ENDING WITH PAUL A. WALKER, WHICH NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH MATTHEW J. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, 2011. BAKER AND ENDING WITH RUSSELL B. CHAMBERS, 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH MYLENE R. WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH RANDY E. ASH- ARVIZO AND ENDING WITH ASHLEY S. WRIGHT, WHICH AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAN AND ENDING WITH TAMMY L. WEINZATL, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- JULY 20, 2011. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JOSEPH B. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, 2011. RUSINKO AND ENDING WITH PAULA S. OLIVER, WHICH 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH AMELIA F. DUD- NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DEANGELO LEY AND ENDING WITH BRANDON D. SMITH, WHICH NOMI- PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, ASHBY AND ENDING WITH LAGENA K. G. YARBROUGH, NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- 2011. WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH CHARLESPAUL AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON 2011. T. ANONUEVO AND ENDING WITH TRACY E. WALTERS, JULY 11, 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH RICHFIELD F. WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DENNIS K. AN- AGULLANA AND ENDING WITH CHIEH YANG, WHICH NOMI- AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON DREWS AND ENDING WITH BRIAN K. WAITE, WHICH NOMI- NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- JULY 20, 2011. NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DAVID H. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, 2011. BURNHAM AND ENDING WITH RANDALL S. VERDE, WHICH 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH CHARITY C. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ROBERTO M. AL- HARDISON AND ENDING WITH STEPHANIE B. MURDOCK, PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, VARADO AND ENDING WITH JOSEPH W. YATES, WHICH 2011. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH MICHAEL A. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON ADAMS AND ENDING WITH PAULA YOUNG, WHICH NOMI- 2011. JULY 20, 2011. NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- NAVY NOMINATION OF MATHEW R. LOE, TO BE LIEU- FOREIGN SERVICE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, TENANT COMMANDER. 2011. NAVY NOMINATION OF MICHAEL J. O’DONNELL, TO BE FOREIGN SERVICE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH GEOFFREY R. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER. ROSS ELLIS HAGAN AND ENDING WITH WILLEM H. ADAMS AND ENDING WITH D005579, WHICH NOMINATIONS NAVY NOMINATION OF LAWRENCE BRANDON, JR., TO BRAKEL, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE BE LIEUTENANT COMMANDER. SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ROBERT A. RECORD ON APRIL 8, 2011. ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ALISSA R. SLAUGHTER AND ENDING WITH ROBERT THOMAS, WHICH FOREIGN SERVICE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ACKLEY AND ENDING WITH D003185, WHICH NOMINATIONS NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- TIMOTHY C. CANNON AND ENDING WITH MARK JEFFREY WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, HIPP, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. 2011. SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH THOMAS H. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ANTHONY DIAZ RECORD ON JULY 11, 2011. AARSEN AND ENDING WITH D010899, WHICH NOMINATIONS AND ENDING WITH JANE E. MCNEELY, WHICH NOMINA- WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE TIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. DEBORAH A. P. HERSMAN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE CHAIR- IN THE MARINE CORPS NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH CARISSA L. MAN OF THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY GAREY AND ENDING WITH DANIEL G. NICASTRI, WHICH BOARD FOR A TERM OF TWO YEARS. MARINE CORPS NOMINATION OF CARROLL J. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- CONNELLEY, TO BE LIEUTENANT COLONEL. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, MARINE CORPS NOMINATION OF SAMUEL H. CARRASCO, 2011. f TO BE LIEUTENANT COLONEL. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH TIMOTHY M. IN THE NAVY DERBYSHIRE AND ENDING WITH CHRISTINA J. WONG, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE NAVY NOMINATION OF TROY D. CARR, TO BE COM- AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON WITHDRAWAL MANDER. JULY 20, 2011. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DAWN C. ALLEN NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JEREMIAH E. Executive Message transmitted by AND ENDING WITH JENNIFER L. TIETZ, WHICH NOMINA- CHAPLIN AND ENDING WITH PAMELA A. TELLADO, WHICH the President to the Senate on August TIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JUNE 22, 2011. PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2, 2011 withdrawing from further Sen- NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JAMES S. 2011. ate consideration the following nomi- BROWN AND ENDING WITH HEATHER J. WALTON, WHICH NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH PAIGE H. ADAMS NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- AND ENDING WITH ANDREW F. YOUNG, WHICH NOMINA- nation: PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 11, TIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED LEON RODRIGUEZ, OF MARYLAND, TO BE ADMINIS- 2011. IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON JULY 20, 2011. TRATOR OF THE WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION, DEPART- NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH CHRISTOPHER A. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ROBERT S. BAIR MENT OF LABOR, VICE PAUL DE CAMP, WHICH WAS SENT ALFONZO AND ENDING WITH SARA B. ZIMMER, WHICH AND ENDING WITH PATRICIA R. WILSON, WHICH NOMINA- TO THE SENATE ON JANUARY 5, 2011.

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HONORING VICE CHAIRMAN OF model Vice Chairman and a model Marine, ON THE ACTIONS OF THE KOSOVO THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF and will leave a lasting legacy on our Armed GOVERNMENT AND BORDER PA- GENERAL JAMES E. CART- Forces. TROL WRIGHT He is also a tremendous advocate for soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines. General HON. GARY C. PETERS HON. HOWARD P. ‘‘BUCK’’ McKEON Cartwright’s efforts to accelerate procurement OF MICHIGAN OF CALIFORNIA and deployment of the Mine Resistant Am- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bush Protected (MRAP) vehicle saved count- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, August 2, 2011 less lives. He has leveraged his knowledge of Tuesday, August 2, 2011 technology and Department of Defense Mr. PETERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to resourcing processes to streamline acquisition address the recent violence in Kosovo and ap- pay tribute to General James E. Cartwright, and deliver a variety of desperately needed plaud the actions of the Border Patrol of the who is retiring this week after forty years of new capabilities to the troops in the field. Most Kosovar government. As a sovereign, inde- accomplished and distinguished military serv- important of all, however, General Cartwright pendent state, Kosovo deserves the right to ice. Throughout his career as a senior officer, is a steadfast champion of our wounded war- protect its citizens and patrol its border. I strongly support Kosova for maintaining con- General Cartwright has provided invaluable riors, our troops who have given their lives in trol over its border with Serbia. Since Kosovo testimony and advice to this body, and in par- service to their country, and their families. declared her independence in 2008, Serbia ticular to the Armed Services Committee. For forty years General Cartwright has per- has consistently discriminated against From U.S. operations in Afghanistan, to mis- formed his job professionally, honestly, and with great dedication. We will miss his leader- Kosovars and prevented the region from ac- sile defenses in Europe, to Department of De- cepting her legitimacy. ship and vision, and wish him all the best as fense efficiencies—General Cartwright has Recently, Kosovar authorities banned goods provided his expert military advice on a wide he takes off the uniform for the last time. coming in from Serbia with the intention of range of defense and national security issues. f countering their northern neighbor’s rejection I think I speak for all of my colleagues on the A TRIBUTE TO ARCHIE WARNER of Kosovo’s statehood and Serbia’s boycott of Armed Services Committee when I say that Kosovo’s produce. It is vital that the Kosovar his depth of knowledge, outstanding leader- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS government re-establish territorial integrity ship and professionalism, and deep respect within its borders. With increased uncertainty OF NEW YORK and consideration for all of our men and on her country’s northern border, Kosovar IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women in uniform will be greatly missed. special police units launched an operation to General James ‘‘Hoss’’ Cartwright was born Tuesday, August 2, 2011 gain complete control over the border crossing and raised in Rockford, Illinois, where he Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in with Serbia to prevent the continued flow of il- showed an early affinity for the military as a recognition of Mr. Archie Warner for his pro- legal goods from Serbia. In order for Kosovo member of the Junior ROTC. After graduating fessionalism as a public servant for the United to continue to join the developed world, it is from the University of Iowa in 1971, he was States Postal Service and for his contribution necessary for them to have authority over their commissioned as a second lieutenant in the to the Brooklyn community. own economy. I also rise to express my grati- United States Marine Corps. During his career Mr. Warner has been promoted throughout tude for NATO peacekeepers that have ar- as a Marine aviator, General Cartwright the Postal system in a relatively quick manner rived to maintain peace along the border. served as a Flight Officer in the F–4 and as during his 38 year tenure. Mr. Warner’s long I am proud to represent a large and vibrant a pilot in the F–4, OA–4 and F–18. In 1983, and successful career began with an appoint- community of Kosovar Americans in southeast he was named outstanding Carrier Aviator by ment in the United States Postal Service as a Michigan. Many of my constituents have rel- the Association of Naval Aviation. His flying Distribution Machine Operator. He was then atives along the Kosovo/Serbia border and I career culminated with command of the First promoted to Supervisor of Mails, then another know that they are deeply concerned about Marine Aircraft Wing in Okinawa, Japan from later position as a supervisor. the security of their loved ones and the pros- 2000 to 2002. During his time at the USPS, Mr. Warner pect for Kosovo remaining an independent na- After a brief assignment as the Director for was promoted several times in the Customer tion. Recognized by nearly 80 nations across Force Structure, Resources, and Assessment Services sector. He was promoted to Manager the globe, Kosovo deserves to be a player on (J–8) on the Joint Staff, in 2004 then-Lieuten- of Customer Services EAS 18, followed by an- the world stage and I stand with their freedom- ant General Cartwright was selected for pro- other promotion to a higher level Manager, loving people who thirst for true motion to full General and became the first EAS 21, and finally promoted in 2000 to Man- independence. Marine Corps officer to lead United States ager, Customer Services Operations or Area f Strategic Command. As Commander, General Manager for the North. This area encom- ERIN NISSEN TRIBUTE Cartwright led STRATCOM through a period passes Cadman Plaza Station, Pratt Station, of transition as the military adapted and Metropolitan Station, Williamsburg Station, evolved to confront an increasingly dynamic Brownsville Station, Bushwick Station, HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON strategic environment. General Cartwright led Greenpoint Station, Red Hook Station, Shirley OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES development and implementation of strategies Chisholm Station, Wyckoff Heights Station and to integrate the military’s approaches to cyber, the Collections Unit. Tuesday, August 2, 2011 space, nuclear proliferation, and missile de- Throughout his loyal career with the USPS, Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to fense and reorganized STRATCOM to in- Mr. Warner is most proud of when he became honor Erin Nissen, this year’s 42nd Annual Ag crease interagency cooperation. the manager of Brownsville. For Mr. Warner and Tech Awards 2011 Outstanding Ag Stu- Over the last four years, General Cartwright working as the manager of Brownsville he was dent of the Year. Ms. Nissen was one of 200 has served as the eighth Vice Chairman of the able to see firsthand how the station changed students who attended this year’s event, but Joint Chiefs of Staff. Through my roles as for the better, and in turn improved the com- only one of two students honored with the Ranking Member and now Chairman of the munity. Mr. Warner has enjoyed working with award. Armed Services Committee I have had the the United States Postal Service and views his The Outstanding Ag Student of the Year pleasure of working directly with General Cart- contribution as a direct service to community award is considered one of the more pres- wright during this time. He has faithfully exe- businesses and citizens. tigious agriculture awards, but it sits only in cuted his oath of office and constitutional du- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join the shadows of Ms. Nissen’s other accom- ties and provided the President and Congress me in recognizing the life and accomplish- plishments. As a student at Northeastern Jun- with honest, direct, and sound advice. He is a ments of Archie Warner. ior College (NJC), Ms. Nissen was a member

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The professor’s draft will be at the Logan County Literacy Coalition, and reviewed . . . by private practitioners, who Monday, August 1, 2011 was also awarded with the Rising Star distinc- bring to it a critically important practical per- tion among community college students in Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, spective. The upshot is likely to be a work- Colorado. Ms. Nissen recently graduated from I rise today in support of H.R. 2480, ‘‘The Ad- product that draws upon many different points ministrative Conference of the United States NJC with an associate’s degree in general of view, that is practically helpful and that Reauthorization Act of 2011,’’ which author- commends general acceptance.’’ (Letter from studies. In the fall, she plans to major in agri- izes $2.75 million in appropriations to the Ad- Justice Stephen Breyer to Sen. CHARLES E. cultural business at Texas Tech University. ministrative Conference of the United States GRASSLEY, Chair, Subcomm. on Administrative Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Erin for each of the fiscal years from 2012 through Oversight and the Courts of the Senate Com- Nissen. She demands excellence in every 2014. The Administrative Conference of the mittee on the Judiciary (Aug. 21, 1995). area of her life, which has helped her to win United States (ACUS) is considered both an The ACUS has made many government one of the most prestigious agriculture awards independent agency and a federal advisory wide recommendations; among its most influ- in the nation—an award well deserved. committee, and is charged with providing guid- ential recommendations have been ACUS’s ance to Congress on matters of administrative proposals facilitating judicial review of agency decisions and eliminating various technical im- f law. The recommendations put forth by the ACUS have resulted in significant savings and pediments to such review. They recommended A TRIBUTE TO MR. JAMES increases the efficiency of federal agencies. a model administrative civil penalty statute that AURORA As a senior member of the Judiciary Com- has served as the basis for dozens of pieces mittee, I have the privilege of having worked of legislation. The ACUS has developed and closely with the Administrative Conference of promoted procedures implementing the Nego- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS the United States (ACUS) over the years and tiated Rulemaking Act, which encourages con- become familiarized with many of their initia- sensual resolution in a process that takes into OF NEW YORK tives. ACUS is a federal agency charged with account the needs of various affected inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES making recommendations for the improvement ests. In addition, ACUS is credited with play- of administrative agencies and their proce- ing a prominent role in improving the nation’s Tuesday, August 2, 2011 dures, particularly with respect to efficiency legal system by issuing recommendations de- and fairness. signed ‘‘to eliminate excessive litigation costs Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in The ACUS was established 50 years ago by and long delays.’’ For example, Congress, in recognition of Mr. James Aurora for his excep- President John F. Kennedy and became a response to an ACUS recommendation, tional service to his community and the youth. permanent independent agency in less than 4 passed the Administrative Dispute Resolution James Aurora is a third generation of own- years. The purpose of the ACUS is to develop Act in 1990, which established a framework ers of the now famous Sonny’s Collision Spe- recommendations for improving procedures by for agencies to resolve administrative litigation which federal agencies administer regulatory, cialists in Brooklyn, New York. This renowned through alternative dispute resolution. It has benefit, and other government programs; the been noted that half of the budget of ACUS is business has been serving the community for ACUS has served as a private-public think devoted to trying to find ways to reduce, or 60 years and has gained a distinct reputation tank that conducts basic research on how to eliminate government litigation within and by for quality customer service. improve the regulatory and legal process. It the Government. The ACUS saves tax payers Mr. Aurora has built an operation that em- has broad jurisdiction over administrative pro- dollars and in a time of economic crisis every ploys 25 professionals that offer clients guar- cedure to study the efficiency, adequacy, and penny counts. anteed personal attention. In the years that fairness of the administrative procedure used The ACUS serves to focus attention on the Mr. Aurora has been operating Sonny’s Colli- by administrative agencies in carrying out ad- need for the federal government to be made more efficient, less big, and more accountable. sion Specialists he has never known any ministrative programs, and make recommendations to administrative agencies, col- It was viewed as one of the leading federal unsatisfied customers. Every customer of Son- lectively or individually, and to the President, proponents of practical ways to reduce admin- ny’s has only experienced top notch service in Congress, or the Judicial Conference of the istrative litigation. In this regard, ACUS ac- the most expeditious manner. United States. tively promoted information-technology initia- Jimmy Aurora knows the importance of giv- Further, the ACUS facilitates the inter- tives, such as developing methods by which ing. Sonny’s is not only a staple in the com- change among administrative agencies of in- the public could participate electronically in munity for their expertise in auto body colli- formation potentially useful in improving ad- agency rulemaking proceedings to increase sions, but they are famous for their giving spir- ministrative procedure, collects information public access to government information and and statistics from administrative agencies and it. Mr. Aurora on a yearly basis has sponsored foster greater openness in government oper- has published extensive reports evaluating ations. cricket teams, baseball leagues, and boys and improving administrative procedure. We have witnessed a number of successes clubs, along with donating thousands of dol- The members of the ACUS represent both under the ACUS. The ACUS is a vital tool in lars towards Autism awareness and The the public and private sectors. Individuals from improving upon a process. There has been a American Cancer Society. He has not only private sector members are generally attor- lot of talk on the Hill of late about efficiency, provided a necessary service to his commu- neys and scholars selected to ensure broad streamlining process, and reducing costs. The nity but he has found the means to give more representation of the views of private citizens fundamental purpose of the ACUS is to find to those in dire need. and utilize diverse experience. Over the years out how to ensure that our government is op- its membership spans the ideological spec- erating in the most effective manner possible. Mr. Aurora lives by the company’s motto: trum. For example, Justice Antonin Scalia, be- The more efficiently we are able to operate ‘‘Perfection is not an accident.’’ Jimmy proudly fore his appointment to the bench, served as the lower our cost. It has been estimated that represents his heritage and family legacy by the chair of ACUS from 1972 to 1974. Justice ACUS saved the federal government and the ensuring that Sonny’s Collision Specialists Breyer was a member of ACUS and actively private sector many multiples of its expendi- continues to be a leader and trendsetter in participated in its activities from 1981 to 1994. ture over the years it was in operation. Just auto body collision work. In the past, both Justices Breyer and Scalia one agency alone—the Social Security Admin- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join testified in strong support of ACUS. According istration—estimated that ACUS’s rec- me in recognizing the life and accomplish- to Justice Breyer, ‘‘The Administrative Con- ommendation to change that agency’s appeals ference is unique in that it develops its rec- process would result in approximately $85 mil- ments of Mr. James Aurora. ommendations by bringing together at least lion in savings. ACUS helped federal agencies

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K02AU8.003 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1487 to implement the Administrative Dispute Reso- A TRIBUTE TO MR. HARVEY Improvement Club. The Club was created to lution Act of 1990, which resulted in savings LAWRENCE provide housing for African American women estimated to be many millions of dollars. The that had moved to Sacramento to work at the President of the American Arbitration Associa- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS McClellan Air Force Base. At the time, racial tion asserted that ACUS’s encouragement of segregation and the financial devastation of OF NEW YORK ADR saved ‘‘millions of dollars that would oth- the Great Depression made finding a safe IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erwise be frittered away in litigation costs.’’ home next to impossible for many women. In Accordingly, the elimination of ACUS in Tuesday, August 2, 2011 1945, the Club’s Board of Directors signed in- 1995 was described by several observers as Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in corporation papers and the name was being ‘‘penny-wise, pound foolish.’’ Even after recognition of Harvey Lawrence and his ex- changed, making it the WCIC that we know of its demise in 1995, Congress continued to as- ceptional service to the public health of his today. Throughout all of the changes our na- sign ACUS various responsibilities apparently community and his ongoing public service cation has faced since 1936, the WCIC has re- unaware of the Conference’s termination. Fi- reer. mained strong and relevant to those of us in nally, after a 15-year hiatus, ACUS was reau- Mr. Lawrence began his career by attaining Sacramento. thorized and appropriated funding. a Master of Science degree in Management Over the course of the last 75 years, the Currently, President Obama nominated Paul Science and Policy Analysis from Harriman WCIC has evolved into an organization that R. Verkuil to serve as chair of ACUS in No- college and SUNY Stony Brook. He is also a helps people from low-income and disadvan- vember 2009 and he was confirmed by the graduate of the Johnson & Johnson/UCLA taged families. The Club has expanded to in- Senate in March 2010. The ACUS formally re- Health Care Executive Certificate Program. clude several new programs, helping individ- sumed operations in April 2010. Mr. Lawrence has been serving in the ca- uals of all ages grow through community in- Then since its recent Reauthorization the pacity of President and CEO of the Browns- volvement. Their congregate meal program ACUS has started to do what it does best fig- ville Multi-Service Family Health Center since provides food and recreational activities for uring out ways to decrease expenses and in- January 2009. Before his assent to President, senior citizens, allows members of the pro- crease efficiency. Current cost-saving projects Mr. Lawrence served as the Corporation’s Ex- gram to get a healthy meal, and provides op- underway at ACUS include the following: ecutive Vice President and COO. Working with portunities to socialize and be involved in the A study on the use of video hearings in ad- the Brownsville Family Health Center since community. Moreover, the Playmate Head ministrative agencies and how they can gen- 1994, Mr. Lawrence has been responsible for Start Program provides quality childcare to its erate ‘‘significant savings;’’ a study on rule- most of the new initiatives and expansions the members and has maintained an excellent making that focuses on the legal and logistical corporation has taken on. focus on healthy child development. issues presented by transitioning from a Using his vast experience in public finance Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to paper-based system to an electronic system and non-profit development, Mr. Lawrence has the Women’s Civic Improvement Club on their for handling rulemaking comments, an exam- been able to accelerate the growth of this cor- 75th anniversary, and to their outstanding ination into how international regulatory co- poration and provide more services to the commitment to improve our community. I ask operation could be improved and lead to trade public. Mr. Lawrence began his public service my colleagues to join with me in congratu- harmonization. career as Management Trainee at the Port lating them on their 75 years of success. Over the course of its existence, ACUS has Authority of New York/New Jersey and quickly promulgated approximately 200 recommenda- gained experience in NYC’s Office of Eco- f tions to improve the administrative process, nomic Development. PROCLAMATION many of which were implemented, which, in Mr. Lawrence is a former non-profit devel- turn, helped save taxpayers many millions of oper for affordable housing and vice president dollars. ACUS is an invaluable instrument es- in the investment banking, public finance and HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. tablished by us that has resulted in significant real estate divisions of the former Manufactur- OF GEORGIA improvements to federal administrative law. ers Hanover Trust Bank. Using his knowledge, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Lawrence maintains his position as the ex- f Tuesday, August 2, 2011 ecutive director of the city’s industrial commer- ROBERT POLLARD TRIBUTE cial incentive board and senior finance/devel- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, opment director at the NYC Public Develop- Whereas, forty one years ago a virtuous HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON ment Corporation. woman of God accepted her calling to serve OF COLORADO Mr. Lawrence is a man of exceptional char- in the Fulton Atlanta Community Action Au- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES acter and one that has been humbled through thority in Atlanta, Georgia; and his ability to serve those with greater needs. Whereas, Mrs. Sarah Fitten began her ca- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join reer with a heart for the people and today re- Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, it is a great me in recognizing the life and accomplish- tires as a longtime Assistant Director who has honor to rise in tribute of Dr. Robert Pollard, ments of Mr. Harvey Lawrence. touched the lives of many; and for being recognized in ‘‘Great Stories on Halls f Whereas, this phenomenal woman has in Walls,’’ a program that he founded. shared her time and talents, giving the citizens The Great Stories on Halls in Walls project IN HONOR OF THE WOMEN’S CIVIC of our District a friend to help those in need, is a great way to appreciate and share the IMPROVEMENT CLUB a fearless leader and a servant to all who lives and stories of the alumni, faculty, staff wants to insure that the system works for ev- and friends of Adams State College. Funds HON. DORIS O. MATSUI eryone; and raised from the donations for these dedica- OF CALIFORNIA Whereas, Mrs. Sarah Fitten is a cornerstone tions are given to the Adams State College IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in our community that has enhanced the lives Foundation to provide active leadership, direc- of thousands for the betterment of our District tion and expertise in college fund-raising ef- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 and Nation; and forts. Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the The first member in his family to attend col- recognition of the Women’s Civic Improvement Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this lege, Pollard attended Adams State and re- Club, WCIC, as they celebrate their 75th anni- day to honor and recognize Mrs. Sarah Fitten turned to Alamosa after serving in the U.S versary. It is my pleasure to recognize the on her retirement from the Fulton Atlanta Army in the Colorado National Guard Unit. Mr. Women’s Civic Improvement Club’s dedication Community Action Authority and to wish her Pollard later received his doctorate degree to promoting the professional and personal well in her new endeavors; from Stanford University. growth of members of the Sacramento region. Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- Mr. Speaker, Dr. Robert Pollard is a man I ask all of my colleagues to join me in hon- SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim July 30, 2011 as who should be recognized for his outstanding oring their leadership. Mrs. Sarah Fitten Day in the 4th Congres- and generous character, which is worthy of The Women’s Civic Improvement Club sional District. praise and admiration. began in 1936 as the Negro Women’s Civic Proclaimed, this 30th day of July, 2011.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02AU8.004 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1488 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks August 2, 2011 PHIL PEARCE TRIBUTE This bill fails on its own terms, which are al- The Congressional committee and sub- legedly about fiscal accountability. The debt committee process, with its membership com- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON has three main drivers: posed of individuals with expertise in specific OF COLORADO The first is the recession. If we want to re- areas, is designed to encourage thorough con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duce the debt, we have to stimulate the econ- sideration of measures which affect the lives omy, which is hobbled by a jobless recovery. of hundreds of millions of Americans. This Tuesday, August 2, 2011 America has 14 million people out of work. We process is now abandoned. Abandoned with it Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, it is a great have over $3 trillion of infrastructure which is the intent of the founding Fathers when they honor to rise in remembrance of Mr. Phil must be replaced or rebuilt. We should be in- established the House of Representatives spe- Pearce, for his service in the Air Force, as vesting in America, rebuilding America, stimu- cifically to avoid such a dangerous concentra- well as in the National Guard. Mr. Pearce was lating the American economy, priming the tion of power. The super-committee is poised a true patriot and a man of tremendous char- pump of our economy instead of capping our to cut Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security acter. economic water well. Our GDP is lagging. This while limiting accountability. Born in Wilson, North Carolina in 1953, Mr. bill cuts nearly $3 trillion in government spend- We could have avoided this hostage-taking Pearce received his commission as a Second ing, which is one of our main tools for fighting if the President chose to apply his expertise in Lieutenant through the U.S. Air Force Acad- the recession. So much for the recovery. So Constitutional law to invoke the 14th Amend- emy in 1975, and he later received his Mas- much for putting America back to work. ment of the Constitution to raise the debt ceil- ters degree from UCLA. The second reason for the size of the debt ing. Instead, we are taking America from the During his military career, Mr. Pearce flied is the Bush tax cuts. This bill fails to end the New Deal of 1932 to the Raw Deal of 2011. B52’s at Barksdale Air Force Base in Lou- Bush tax cuts for the rich, which added a tril- We should be focusing on strengthening So- isiana, and served with the Louisiana National lion dollars to the deficit. Not only are the cial Security, Medicare and Medicaid and cre- Guard. He also built artillery shells, missiles, wealthy not paying a fair share of the taxes ating jobs. The Democratic Party is running jets, and infrared technologies for the U.S. but their privileged position is locked in, to the away from its traditional role of protecting the military and our allies. Mr. Pearce was also a detriment to the rest of the society. This single poor, the elderly, and the working class. To great businessman who constructed the larg- action makes clear that this bill is a vehicle for whom do these groups now turn? est pharmacy distribution systems in the the rich to get richer and the poor to get poor- f world. er. Mr. Pearce and his wife Christine Pearce That working Americans are being offered a A TRIBUTE TO MR. OLEG have three children, Sean, Shannon, and tax holiday is one of the cruel ironies of this SMURYGIN Brandon. bill in that the tax holiday adds more to the Mr. Speaker, Mr. Phil Pearce is an ideal deficit on one hand, while requiring cuts to pay HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS embodiment of service and passion for his for it on the other. Those very cuts will under- OF NEW YORK country. He will be fondly remembered. mine the social and economic position of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f those whom the tax holiday is alleged to help. The third reason for the size of the debt is Tuesday, August 2, 2011 BUDGET CONTROL ACT OF 2011 the wars. This bill fails to realize savings from Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ending the wars. Instead it continues the wars recognition of Mr. Oleg Smurygin for his con- SPEECH OF in Iraq and Afghanistan at current funding lev- tinued contribution to the health care initiatives HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH els for at least another 10 years. According to of his community. OF OHIO the Congressional Budget Office, CBO, ‘‘The Mr. Smurygin was born to a middle class IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES caps would not apply to spending for the wars Jewish family to Yuriy and Bella Smurygin on in Afghanistan and Iraq and for similar activi- April 7, 1966, in Kiev, Ukraine. He attended Monday, August 1, 2011 ties (sometimes referred to as overseas con- school in Kiev from 1973 until 1983, when he Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, S. 365, the tingency operations) . . .’’ If this bill required was recruited into the army for 2 years. Mr. Budget Control Act of 2011, is a landmark in a slow drawdown of troops as the Reid bill Smurygin served as a Sergeant in the army American history, but for the wrong reasons. It did, it would save at least $1.2 trillion. from 1985 until 1987 under Special Forces by is a fake solution to a phony crisis. It provides It is inexplicable that we are creating more the border of China, Khabarovsk City. Once for a radical transformation of the structure of space for war and less space for jobs, hous- Mr. Smurygin was discharged in 1987, he at- government. It is an attack on the principle of ing, education, caring for our elderly, home tended the University of Kiev, where he grad- government of the people. All this in the name heating assistance and a wide range of activi- uated with a Bachelors Degree in the Arts in of fiscal accountability. ties of any government which truly cares for its 1991. The choice we have today, default or dis- people. In 1992, Mr. Smurygin and his family de- mantling of the social compact through draco- A policy of no limits for war and hard limits cided to relocate to the United States as refu- nian spending cuts, is a false choice. The on domestic spending, coupled with hundreds gees. He supported his family working at Vic- President could have simply told Congres- of billions of dollars in tax cuts for the rich, dis- toria Memorial Hospital in Brooklyn, New York sional leaders back in December of last year proportionately affects the poor and middle as a full time regular security guard. With that the debt ceiling was not negotiable, and class. Wall Street has swelled with bailouts, more experience, Mr. Smurygin was promoted invoked the 14th Amendment as a backstop. multiple editions of largesse through quan- to shift supervisor and eventually to Director of The ‘‘debt crisis’’ was spurred on by credit titative easing, skyrocketing executive pay and Security in 2006. Spending over 10 years at rating agencies of dubious integrity threatening bonuses, and freedom to gamble the public’s Victoria Memorial Hospital, he was awarded a downgrade of the nation’s credit unless the money through hedge funds. Main Street has Victory Memorial Hospital 10 Year Award of government cut spending. Most of the cuts are suffered a massive loss of retirement savings, Excellence. guaranteed to hurt those who live at society’s housing security, access to affordable health When the Victory Memorial Hospital closed margins, while S. 365 protects the investor care, real wages and benefits, full employment its doors in 2009, Mr. Smurygin headed to the class whose interests are served by the rating and massive loss of small businesses. The PAIN Institute as a Business Manager. agencies. wealth of America is being accelerated to the Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join Unelected credit ratings agencies like top and this bill pushes that acceleration. me in recognizing the life and accomplish- Standard and Poor’s, the self-declared arbiter This bill is a direct assault on representative ments of Mr. Oleg Smurygin. of U.S. Government creditworthiness, must government. The House of Representatives f themselves be subjected to a new level of and the Senate consist of 435 and 100 Mem- scrutiny absent in the run-up to the Wall Street bers, respectively. With the creation of a PROCLAMATION crisis. The credit raters helped to create that super-committee, the Congress has been re- crisis too by procuring business through sell- duced to a czardom where 7 of 12 members HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ing rating marks. The very idea that the sov- are given the power to determine the course OF GEORGIA ereign United States must genuflect to dis- of the American economy, with hordes of K IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honest rating agencies is antiquated and Street lobbyists already poised to swoop in to counterproductive to America’s economic re- protect their narrow interests against $1 trillion Tuesday, August 2, 2011 covery. in deficit reduction measures. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K02AU8.005 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1489 Whereas, thirty two years ago a virtuous suffer many of the same effects which are can advance the peace process call for his woman of God accepted her calling to serve harder to detect because there are no pro- commutation. at the Department of Agriculture in Atlanta, grams to test blood lead levels, BLL, in adults. Mr. Speaker, I ask that the text of the letter Georgia; and This bill sets forth a series of harmless- and the list of signatories be included in to- Whereas, Ms. Regenia A. Roberts began sounding criteria to be used to grant specific day’s RECORD. her career with the Department of Agriculture exemptions that facilitate exposure to lead. If CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, as a Stenographer in 1979 and today retires a company decides it wants to manufacture a Washington, DC, November 18, 2010. as a Lead Investigative Technician; and product that can only be made with dangerous PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA, Whereas, this phenomenal woman has amounts of lead, that is now perfectly accept- The White House, shared her time and talents, giving the citizens able. In exchange, that company would need 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC. of our District a friend to help those in need, to show that the product is unlikely to be DEAR MR. PRESIDENT, We write to urge you eaten, even though most lead exposure actu- to use your constitutional power to extend a fearless leader and a servant to all who clemency to Jonathan Pollard, thereby re- wants to insure that the system works for ev- ally occurs through habitual hand-to-mouth ac- leasing him from prison after the time he eryone; and tivity after hands come into unwitting contact has already served. Mr. Pollard committed Whereas, Ms. Regenia A. Roberts is a cor- with the vast array of consumer products that serious crimes and he has expressed remorse. nerstone in our community that has enhanced contain lead. That company would also need Such an exercise of the clemency power the lives of thousands for the betterment of to show that blood lead levels—of children would not in any way imply doubt about his our District and Nation; and only—would not be affected. That is not a dif- guilt, nor cast any aspersions on the process by which he was convicted. Those who have Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the ficult hurdle since blood only remains in the body for about two weeks before it is expelled such views are of course entitled to continue Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this to have them, but the clemency grant has day to honor and recognize Ms. Regenia A. or taken up into the brain or bone, where it is nothing to do with that. Roberts on her retirement from the Depart- nearly impossible to detect. We believe that there has been a great dis- ment of Agriculture and to wish her well in her This bill also gives manufacturers the ability parity from the standpoint of justice be- new endeavors; to initiate a petition to exempt their products, tween the amount of time Mr. Pollard has served and the time that has been served—or Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- without any way to prevent the well-worn tactic of applying for so many exemptions, and sub- not served at all—by many others who were SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim August 1, 2011 as found guilty of similar activity on behalf of Ms. Regenia A. Roberts Day in the 4th Con- mitting so much information, much of which is meaningless, that the agency is effectively nations that, like Israel, are not adversarial gressional District. to us. It is indisputable in our view that the paralyzed with work. Worse, the bill allows the Proclaimed, this 1st day of August, 2011. nearly twenty-five years that Mr. Pollard CPSC to make decisions about exemptions has served stands as a sufficient time from f based solely on information submitted by the the standpoint of either punishment or de- PROVIDING GREATER AUTHORITY manufacturer. It is an inherent conflict of inter- terrence. AND DISCRETION TO CONSUMER est to turn over the burden of proof of harm In summary, we see clemency for Mr. Pol- PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION to the company that stands to profit hand- lard as an act of compassion justified by the somely if no harm is proven. Citizens, advo- way others have been treated by our justice cates, and the CPSC do not have the re- system. We urge you to use the clemency SPEECH OF sources to be able to generate enough infor- power in this case. Sincerely, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH mation arguing against exemptions to match Rep. Barney Frank; Rep. Bill Pascrell, OF OHIO the volume of applications and information the Jr.; Rep. Edolphus Towns; Rep. An- manufacturers will put out. Chemical compa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thony Weiner; Rep. Henry A. Waxman; nies have been using this tactic for decades to Rep. Gary L. Ackerman; Rep. Gregory Monday, August 1, 2011 push toxic chemicals through the approval W. Meeks; Rep. Maurice D. Hinchey; process. Rep. Michael E. McMahon; Rep. Janice Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise in oppo- D. Schakowsky; Rep. John W. Olver; sition to H.R. 2715, a bill which places profits The bill also contains blanket exemptions for narrow interests like off-road vehicles, bicy- Rep. Eliot L. Engel; Rep. Theodore E. ahead of public health; especially the health of Deutch; Rep. Robert A. Brady; Rep, children. Though some flexibility in the Con- cles, books, and magazines, even though the Donald M. Payne; Rep. Shelley Berk- sumer Product Safety Improvement Act’s im- products are meant for children and most ley; Rep. Jerrold Nadler; Rep. Carolyn plementation is warranted, this bill goes too Americans would be surprised to learn that B. Maloney; Rep. Steven R. Rothman; far. they contain lead at all. Rep. Ron Klein; Rep. Rau´ l M. Grijalva; According to the Centers for Disease Con- There is a balance to be struck between un- Rep. Steve Kagen; Rep. Carolyn McCar- thy; Rep. Chaka Fattah; Rep. John trol and Prevention, CDC, and the Environ- necessarily burdensome regulations and protection of public health. This bill fails to strike Lewis; Rep. Frank Pallone Jr.; Rep. mental Protection Agency, EPA, there is no Charles B. Rangel; Rep. Robert C. safe level of exposure to lead. Even the most that balance. ‘‘Bobby’’ Scott; Rep. Laura Richardson; minute exposures, including so-called ‘‘trace’’ f Rep. James A. Himes; Rep. Brad Sher- amounts, have enduring health effects. Lead man; Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy; Rep. has many of the same chemical properties as MEMBERS CALL FOR COMMUTA- Bennie G. Thompson; Rep. John J. calcium, which is why the body takes it up and TION OF POLLARD SENTENCE Hall; Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee; Rep. El- deposits in the brain and in bone. However, eanor Holmes Norton; Rep. Robert E. Andrews; Rep. Danny K. Davis; Rep. once lead enters the brain, it doesn’t leave. HON. BARNEY FRANK Niki Tsongas. Commonly seen health effects of lead expo- OF MASSACHUSETTS f sure include delays in neurological and phys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical development, learning disabilities, hyper- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 A TRIBUTE TO DR. MARK activity, lower IQ, hearing loss, reduced atten- GLADSTEIN tion span, and extremely aggressive behavior. Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, A growing body of research links criminal ac- yesterday, August 1, I spoke on the floor to tivity to exposure to lead, which stands to rea- renew a request that I made along with 38 of HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS son given this list of effects. my colleagues that the President commute the OF NEW YORK This bill provides industry with several ex- long prison sentence of Jonathan Pollard. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES emptions from the law and enhances its ability None of us condone Mr. Pollard’s espionage, Tuesday, August 2, 2011 to self-regulate, an approach that has already and we do not ask that he be pardoned for his proven to fail to protect public health. First, the crime. We do believe that he has already Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in bill exempts all products from the lead stand- served a much longer sentence than is close recognition of Mr. Mark Gladstein for his ongo- ards contained in the Consumer Product Safe- to that served for any comparable offense, ing ability to serve his community by providing ty Improvement Act except children’s products. and we believe that both compassion for an advanced health care options. Though children are disproportionately sus- individual and the interests of strengthening Dr. Mark Gladstein is a founder and a med- ceptible to lead exposure, it is a disproven American-Israeli ties in a way that can con- ical director of Brooklyn’s leading pain man- myth that adults are not susceptible. Adults tribute to important decisions being made that agement facility, Pain Institute of New York.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02AU8.009 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1490 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks August 2, 2011 He is offering his community an expert team NON-IMMIGRANT NURSES VISA need in some of our nation’s neediest hos- of personnel that have completed over 4,000 REAUTHORIZATION pitals. This program if very limited in who is procedures per year—retaining the recognition admitted to work in this country, but fulfills a of being the fastest growing, advanced, and SPEECH OF gap in our healthcare system. most diverse pain management practice in HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE The Department of Labor has determined New York. With locations in Brooklyn and OF TEXAS that the following hospitals are eligible for the Queens, Dr. Gladstein’s practice serves over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES program, some of which are located in Texas: 2,500 patients from all five boroughs as well Monday, August 1, 2011 Beaumont Regional Medical Center, Beau- as outside of New York City and all walks of mont, TX; Beverly Hospital, Montebello, CA; Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, life, ethnicities and religious backgrounds. Doctors Medical Center, Modesto, CA; Eliza- I rise in support of H.R. 1933—To amend the beth General Medical Center, Elizabeth, NJ; Being in practice for over 8 years, Dr. Immigration and Nationality Act to modify the Fairview Park Hospital, Dublin, GA; Lutheran Gladstein has gained the trust and respect of requirements for admission of nonimmigrant Medical Center, St. Louis, MO; McAllen Med- the community by providing the most ad- nurses in health professional shortage areas. vanced care in the field. Their patients receive A number of hospitals with unique cir- ical Center, McAllen, TX; Mercy Medical Cen- quality care in an accredited state of the art cumstances experience a great difficulty in at- ter, Baltimore, MD; Mercy Regional Medical office and ambulatory surgery facility. To this tracting American nurses. Hospitals serving Center, Laredo, TX; Peninsula Hospital Cen- end, the entire skilled staff follow one simple mostly poor patients have special difficulties. ter, Far Rockaway, NY; Southeastern Re- philosophy: pain is an individual struggle and Some hospitals in rural areas do also. For ex- gional Medical Center, Lumberton, NC; South- requires a unique and personal approach to ample: St. Bernard Hospital and Health Care west General Hospital, San Antonio, TX; St. manage. This approach allows Dr. Gladstein Center is located on the South side of Chi- Bernard Hospital, Chicago, IL; and Valley Bap- and his staff to personalize their attention to cago in the Englewood Community. It is the tist Medical Center, Harlingen, TX. patients in a unique way. only remaining hospital in an area with a cen- The Nursing Relief for Disadvantaged Areas Over the past years, Dr. Gladstein’s sus in excess of 100,000 and the patient base Act of 1999 was enacted as a four-year pro- achievements have been recognized by his is almost entirely poverty care or charity care. gram (beginning on the effective date of imple- peers and patients alike. He is a recipient of St. Bernard almost closed its doors in 1992, menting regulations) on November 12, 1999. multiple Patient’s Choice Awards, Consumer primarily because of its inability to attract The program expired in 2005 and was reau- Research Council of America Awards as well health care professionals, most importantly thorized in 2006 for an additional three years. as multiple teaching awards. registered nurses. The program expired in December of 2009 Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join H.R. 1933 reauthorizes the program for an (but some H–1C nurses remain who received me in recognizing the many accomplishments additional three years. The number of visas approval for three-year stays before this date). that may be issued in each fiscal year cannot of Dr. Mark Gladstein. The Department of Labor reports that 499 exceed 300. An alien may be admitted for nurses received visas under the program in three years and this stay may be extended fiscal year 2007 as did 110 in fiscal year 2008. f once for an additional three years (the possi- I urge all Members to join me in supporting PROCLAMATION bility of an extension is new with H.R. 1933). passage of this landmark legislation. Furthermore, H.R. 1933 allows an H–1C nurse to be able to switch employment between any f HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. of the 14 H–1C-eligible hospitals. This prevents those nurses here through this program IN REMEMBRANCE OF MR. OF GEORGIA to have some flexibility in their employment RONALD BERNSTEIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES options in the event they run into any hardship Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at the hospital where they are employed. The Nursing Relief for Disadvantaged Areas HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, Act, signed into law in 1999 created a new H– OF OHIO Whereas, Jim Gullett, Sr., was born in Cam- 1C temporary visa program for registered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nurses. The program was modeled after the den, Alabama between 1850 and 1852 in slav- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 ery, his life has blessed us with descendants expired H–1A temporary nursing visa program that have helped to shape our nation; and but limited the number of visas that could be Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in issued to 500 a year and only allowed in-need Whereas, the Gullett Family has produced honor and remembrance of Mr. Ronald Bern- hospitals who met certain criteria to petition for many well respected citizens and their matri- stein, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, alien nurses. To be able to petition for an archs and patriarchs of the family are pillars of and former Councilman for Valley View, Ohio. alien, an employer had to meet four basic con- strength not only for their families, but for our Mr. Bernstein was born in Cleveland, Ohio ditions. First, the employer must have been lo- nation as well; and before his family relocated to Valley View. He cated in a health professional shortage area graduated from Cuyahoga Heights High Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- as designated by the Department of Health School in 1954 and served in the United sional District of Georgia, we are honored to and Human Services. Second, the employer States Army soon after. have many members of the Gullett family, in- must have had at least 190 acute care beds. After completing his service with the Army, cluding Mrs. Adrienne Clark one of our most Third, a certain percentage (35 percent) of the Mr. Bernstein sold Oldsmobiles, Fords, and beloved citizens in our District who resides in employer’s patients must have been Medicare Chryslers for various auto dealers—which led Lithonia, Georgia; and patients. Fourth, a certain percentage (28 per- to the introduction to Joanne Kenley, who he cent) of patients must have been Medicaid pa- Whereas, family is one of the most honored would later marry. He and Joanne raised three and cherished institutions in the world, we tients. Employers had to make certain attestations sons and have eight grandsons and a grand- take pride in knowing that families such as the daughter. Gullett family have set aside this time to fel- pertaining to payment of a wage which will not At the age of thirty-three, Mr. Bernstein was lowship with each other, honor one another adversely affect wages and working conditions elected to Valley View’s City Council, where and to pass along history to each other by of similarly employed registered nurses; pay- he served for twenty-four years. While serving meeting at this year’s family reunion in ment of wages to aliens at rates paid to other as a Councilman Mr. Bernstein helped de- Lithonia, Georgia; and registered nurses similarly employed by the facility; taking timely and significant steps develop the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. He Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the signed to recruit and retain U.S. nurses in also worked hard to reduce polluted runoff Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this order to reduce dependence on nonimmigrant from Garfield Heights. Councilman Thomas day to honor and recognize the Gullett family nurses; absence of a strike/lockout or lay off Perk remembered Mr. Bernstein as ‘‘a fighter in our District; of nurses; notice to workers of its intent to pe- for the people.’’ Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- tition for H–1C nurses; percentages of H–1C Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim Friday, July 15, nurses to be employed at the facility; and in remembrance of Mr. Ronald Bernstein, who 2011 as Gullett Family Reunion Day in the 4th placement of H–1C nurses within the facility. as Councilman was instrumental in improving Congressional District. This is a common sense employment-based the City of Valley View and always stood on Proclaimed, this 15th day of July, 2011. immigration program that fills a desperate the side of those he represented.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02AU8.011 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS August 2, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1491 A TRIBUTE TO MR. OLEG most six million full-time jobs across the coun- This amendment is not only vital for wildlife, SMURYGIN try. but also for us. Many of these species play The NEA has a 40 year proven history of in- keystone roles in highly complex ecological HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS vestment throughout our nation, an investment systems on which we depend for clean water, OF NEW YORK that stimulates local economies, creates liv- clean air, arable soil, and healthy food. Bio- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES able communities, and supports tourism. In diversity is a resource that can be tapped into; fact, cultural tourism alone contributes $192 the complexities of organisms, only some of Tuesday, August 2, 2011 billion annually to our country’s economy. which have even been identified, can help us Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Just this past spring, the NEA, the Sac- find cures for cancer and other diseases. A re- recognition of Mr. Oleg Smurygin for his con- ramento Metropolitan Arts Commission and I cent study by Dr. Felicia Kessing concluded tinued contribution to the health care initiatives co-hosted a grants workshop in Sacramento that losses in biodiversity tend to increase the of his community. providing local organizations, artists, and gal- rate at which diseases are transmitted. Mr. Smurygin was born to a middle class leries with the information they need to apply Willingly allowing endangered species to go Jewish family to Yuriy and Bella Smurygin on for and win federal grants. Over 100 people extinct is irresponsible and imposes limitations April 7, 1966, in Kiev, Ukraine. He attended attended. on our nation’s ability to progress. Species school in Kiev from 1973 until 1983, when he I have seen firsthand the impact of NEA loss is forever. I urge my colleagues to sup- was recruited to into the army for 2 years. Mr. grants in my district. For example, in May, the port this important amendment. Smurygin served as a Sergeant in the army NEA generously provided $20,000 to the Sac- f from 1985 until 1987 under Special Forces by ramento Philharmonic Orchestra for their edu- the border of China, Khabarovsk City. Once cational outreach series. STATEMENT REGARDING THE Mr. Smurygin was discharged in 1987, he at- Similarly, for close to 50 years the NEH has ONGOING VIOLENCE IN SYRIA tended the University of Kiev, where he grad- been providing grants and opportunities for uated with a Bachelors Degree in the Arts in lifelong learning. In the last four years alone, HON. GARY C. PETERS 1991. the National Endowment for the Humanities OF MICHIGAN In 1992, Mr. Smurygin and his family de- has invested $48.5 million in California institu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cided to relocate to the United States as refu- tions to preserve our cultural heritage. Yet the Tuesday, August 2, 2011 gees. He supported his family working at Vic- bill before us today cuts each of these already Mr. PETERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tory Memorial Hospital in Brooklyn, New York underfunded agencies without any regard to express my deep concern regarding the loss as a full time regular security guard. With the effect that will have on our nation’s stu- of life in Syria. In Hama, the site of massive more experience, Mr. Smurygin was promoted dents, museums, artists, or culture as a whole. anti-regime protests, dozens of innocent citi- Both the NEA and the NEH support organi- to shift supervisor and eventually to Director of zens chanting for freedom and democracy zations on the local level and allow them to Security in 2006. Spending over 10 years at have been ruthlessly murdered by Syrian se- take their programs to the next level. In fact, Victory Memorial Hospital, he was awarded curity forces under orders from the Syrian re- for every federal dollar invested in the arts, Victory Memorial Hospital 10-Year Award of gime led by President Bashar Assad. Excellence. local agencies are able to leverage seven dol- This heartless attack came on the eve be- When the Victory Memorial Hospital closed lars in private donations. The federal govern- fore the Islamic Holy Month of Ramadan, its doors in 2009, Mr. Smurygin headed to the ment provides the seed money and the artists, which only makes this assault on the Syrian PAIN Institute as a Business Manager. curators, and historians make it grow. people all the more despicable. Assad has yet Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join Mr. Speaker, there are a number of poten- again failed to understand that the Syrian peo- me in recognizing the life and accomplish- tial amendments to make additional cuts to ple are no longer afraid. Violence will only fur- ments of Mr. Oleg Smurygin. these agencies, and I urge my colleagues to ther convince the Syrian people that Assad is f oppose those efforts and oppose this legisla- no longer their legitimate president. tion. OPPOSITION TO THE HOUSE INTE- Assad has ruled with an iron fist for too f RIOR APPROPRIATIONS BILL long. During this uprising, Assad has made AND UNDERLYING CUTS TO NA- DICKS AMENDMENT TO H.R. 2854, fake reforms designed to give the world a TIONAL ENDOWMENTS FOR THE THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2012 IN- false impression that he is a reformer. Reports ARTS AND THE HUMANITIES TERIOR, ENVIRONMENT, AND RE- of inhumane torture of innocent men, women, LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- and children clearly show that the last thing he TIONS ACT is interested in is reform. The Syrian people HON. DORIS O. MATSUI have spoken: they want the Assad regime to OF CALIFORNIA fall. I therefore reiterate my call for Assad to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH step down, before any more innocents are Tuesday, August 2, 2011 OF OHIO murdered. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in f Tuesday, August 2, 2011 opposition to the underlying bill, and specifi- A TRIBUTE TO HOWARD KAGAN cally the cuts it makes to the National Endow- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- ment for the Arts and the National Endowment port of the amendment offered by Representa- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS for the Humanities. These entities provide sup- tives DICKS, THOMPSON, FITZPATRICK, and OF NEW YORK port, resources and education that inspire, cul- HANABUSA to H.R. 2584, the Fiscal Year (FY) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tivate and foster creativity across the nation. 2012 Interior, Environment, and Related Agen- Investing in the arts is an investment in our fu- cies Appropriations Act. H.R. 2584 contains Tuesday, August 2, 2011 ture, an investment in our cultural heritage as language that would prevent the U.S. Fish and Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in a nation, and an investment in our economy. Wildlife Service (FWS) from enforcing the recognition of Mr. Howard Kagan for his sup- In my district of Sacramento, California, most important parts of the Endangered Spe- port and dedication to serving Brooklyn and its there are currently 1,600 arts-related busi- cies Act. The FWS would be unable to list any youth through public advocacy and edu- nesses that employ almost 6,000 people. new species as endangered, unable to des- cational programs. These businesses play an imperative role in ignate as protected any habitat that is critical Mr. Kagan was born in Brooklyn, NY, and sustaining the economic vitality of the Sac- to species’ survival, and unable to upgrade was the fifth of five children. He graduated ramento region. any species from threatened to endangered from Brooklyn College where he received his Similarly, the non-profit arts sector is an im- status. Bachelor of Arts Degree and later received his portant part of our nation’s economy and the This amendment would reverse this dan- Master of Science Degree from Brooklyn Col- National Endowment for the Arts is uniquely gerous and short-sighted policy. It would allow lege. For several years Mr. Kagan taught positioned to fund projects and activities that the FWS to protect any of the over 260 ‘‘can- English and Math at the Middle School level preserve jobs threatened by the decline in didate species,’’ species that the FWS has al- as he has certification in General Education philanthropic support as a result of the finan- ready determined warrant additional protec- and Special Education. Working in the edu- cial collapse. The non-profit arts sector gen- tion, and to upgrade the status of these spe- cation field, Mr. Kagan has held the responsi- erates $166 billion annually and supports al- cies to endangered. bility of being a teacher, educator and special

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:05 Aug 03, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02AU8.014 E02AUPT1 tjames on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1492 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks August 2, 2011 education teacher for the New York City Board BUDGET CONTROL ACT OF 2011 has found the means to give more to those in of Education for 20 years. He was also a dire need. Track Four Coordinator for Severely and Pro- SPEECH OF Mr. Aurora lives by the company’s motto: foundly Handicapped children. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ‘‘Perfection is not an accident.’’ Jimmy proudly represents his heritage and family legacy by Following his tenure at the New York City OF OHIO ensuring that Sonny’s Collision Specialists Board of Education he went to Brooklyn Law IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES continues to be a leader and trendsetter in School and received his J.D. degree in 1989. Thursday, July 28, 2011 He has had a private practice since 1989 spe- auto body collision work. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join cializing in all forms of personal injury cases, Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I have had me in recognizing the life and accomplish- including slip and falls, auto accidents, med- and continue to have serious concerns about ments of Mr. James Aurora. ical malpractice and general negligence. His Senator REID’s revised bill. The cuts to discre- private practice is an Accredited Business with tionary spending will be adverse to the bene- f the Better Business Bureau since 2008 and ficiaries of programs designed to provide es- BUDGET CONTROL ACT OF 2011 has an A+ rating. Mr. Kagan has been actively sential services the private sector will never— practicing law for 22 years and has hosted an and in some cases, should never—perform. SPEECH OF internship program for college and law stu- The cuts to defense funding, the single big- HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN gest source of government waste, are a good dents. Furthermore, Mr. Kagan advises law OF CALIFORNIA start but are small compared to those cuts to students and recent law graduates on how to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES non-defense spending. I will work to ensure start their own practices and on the basics of Monday, August 1, 2011 Tort law. that we achieve defense cuts greater than the minimum required by this bill. Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am opposed As a lawyer Mr. Kagan was admitted to the We are now three days away from reaching to the debt ceiling and deficit reduction legisla- New York State Bar in June of 1989, and is the effective debt ceiling, a landmark that tion and will vote against the bill. admitted to practice in New York State and would drastically accelerate the $400 billion of Raising the debt ceiling should be a legisla- New Jersey. Besides his love for people and damage to our economy already caused by tive act that allows us to meet the obligations children, Howard loves reading, stained glass, the mere threat of reaching the ceiling. our country has already incurred. But this legal traveling, Jai alai and flying Cessna 150’s. This bill raises the debt ceiling while not formality has been taken hostage by the Re- Mr. Kagan has four children of his own; two prescribing cuts to Social Security, Medicare, publican Party and tied to dangerous and ex- sons who are attorney’s and one who is cur- and Medicaid. It prevents further instances of traordinary demands regarding spending and rently studying at Columbia Dental school. He the debt ceiling (which has been raised 74 taxes that affect everyone in our country. has also been happily married for 25 years. times since 1962 and 10 times since 2001) As a result, we have a crisis that has been Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join from being held hostage. It cuts funding from wholly manufactured. Our national debate has me in recognizing the life and success of Mr. the account that fuels the wars that dramati- been paralyzed. Millions of Americans have Howard Kagan. cally increased our debt. been frightened about whether Social Security In the past, I voted against three of the main checks and salaries for our armed forces will f drivers of our debt: the war in Iraq, the Bush be paid, financial markets have been rattled, tax cuts and Medicare Part D. I believe in fis- and America’s fiscal responsibility has been PROCLAMATION cal responsibility. I do not believe America tarnished in the eyes of the world. should go into default over a manufactured cri- As a matter of economic policy, the spend- sis. It is time to prevent fake crises, and get ing cuts in this legislation will do harm to the HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. on with rebuilding the U.S. economy. economy and will curb our ability to stimulate OF GEORGIA f job growth. Our economy is weak. The recovery is stalled. Our workers and households IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A TRIBUTE TO MR. JAMES need action from Congress that helps promote AURORA Tuesday, August 2, 2011 growth and investment. With unemployment over 9 percent and growth at barely 1 percent, Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS the last thing we need is for Washington to Whereas, Reverend Dr. John H. Smith, Sr., OF NEW YORK take the wind out of the sails of future growth. has celebrated forty (40) years in pastoral IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cutting spending by over $2 trillion hurts the economy’s ability to move forward. leadership this year and has provided stellar Tuesday, August 2, 2011 leadership to his church; and As a matter of equity, this package is not Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in balanced. It is all spending cuts, cuts that are Whereas, Reverend Dr. John H. Smith, Sr., recognition of Mr. James Aurora for his excep- deeper because we are blocked by the Re- under the guidance of God has pioneered and tional service to his community and the youth. publicans’ refusal to consider revenues to be sustained Welcome Friend Missionary Baptist James Aurora is a third generation of own- gained from asking the wealthy and fortunate Church as an instrument in our community ers of the now famous Sonny’s Collision Spe- to play their fair share. There is nothing to end that uplifts the spiritual, physical and mental cialists in Brooklyn, New York. This renowned egregious tax expenditures benefiting corpora- welfare of our citizens; and business has been serving the community for tions or to ask our most profitable companies Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious 60 years and has gained a distinct reputation today, such as the oil industry to pay a little man of God has given hope to the hopeless for quality customer service. more; or to have the burden of deficit reduc- and is a beacon of light to those in need; and Mr. Aurora has built an operation that em- tion shared, even a little bit, by the wealthiest Whereas, Reverend Dr. Smith is a spiritual ploys 25 professionals that offer clients guar- among us. This is not fair. It is willfully one- warrior, a man of compassion, a fearless lead- anteed personal attention. In the years that sided. And given the magnitude of the task er and a servant to all, but most of all a vision- Mr. Aurora has been operating Sonny’s Colli- before us to deal responsibly with our long ary who has shared not only with his Church, sion Specialists he has never known any term debt, it is not right. but with our District and the nation his passion unsatisfied customers. Every customer of Son- As a matter of protecting and strengthening to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ; and ny’s has only experienced top notch service in Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security, this the most expeditious manner. legislation is also gravely deficient. There may Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Jimmy Aurora knows the importance of giv- be buffers for these programs in the seques- Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this ing. Sonny’s is not only a staple in the com- ter, but the pressure to cut these programs as day to honor and recognize Reverend Dr. munity for their expertise in auto body colli- a part of the new joint congressional com- John H. Smith, Sr., as he celebrates forty sions, but they are famous for their giving spir- mittee that is established to secure an addi- years in pastoral leadership; it. Mr. Aurora on a yearly basis has sponsored tional $1.5 trillion in spending cuts will be ex- Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- cricket teams, baseball leagues, and boys’ treme. There will be tremendous pressure to SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim July 24, 2011 as clubs, along with donating thousands of dol- restructure these programs in order to forestall Reverend Dr. John H. Smith, Sr. Day in the lars towards autism awareness and the Amer- additional defense cuts and additional cuts to 4th Congressional District. ican Cancer Society. He has not only provided discretionary spending. Such changes will un- Proclaimed, this 24th day of July, 2011. a necessary service to his community but he dermine our country’s promise to the elderly,

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I it is a dangerous abdication of our responsi- EPA REGULATIONS THREATEN look forward to hearing from AEP today about bility for these bedrock programs. AFFORDABLE POWER AND JOB how they can justify the tragic and destructive CREATION’’ side effects that coal-fired power plants wreak We have worked over the years to make upon us, as well as what steps they are taking careful changes to Medicare when necessary to curb emissions of toxic air pollution in the to restore its solvency. In the Affordable Care HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH United States. Act, we enacted careful reforms that will im- OF OHIO While it is consistent with the history of big prove the efficiency and soundness of Medi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES business to kick and scream about having to Tuesday, August 2, 2011 care. Arbitrary cuts to the program through se- minimize the social and environmental harms questration, or rushed cuts to Medicare, Med- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I submit the they cause, we should NOT underestimate the icaid, and Social Security, are no way to guar- following. Good afternoon, and thank you to all entrepreneurial ability of America’s electric antee the future of those vital programs. We the witnesses who are here today to testify sector to invest, retrofit and construct clean run the risk of substantial changes that will about a critical issue facing America: protec- energy generation, while maintaining system drive providers out of the system, leaving pa- tion of the clean air and clean water on which reliability. In fact, when they upgrade our na- tients without access to doctors or to nursing we depend every single day. Today, we will tion’s electric generation infrastructure to com- homes and long term care services. once again look at the critical role the Environ- ply with new regulations, their capital invest- This legislation does not represent the val- mental Protection Agency plays in supporting ments will help drive economic growth and ues to which I have been committed since first these goals. create jobs. According to a study prepared by being elected to Washington. Air toxics from coal-fired power plants cause the Political Economy Research Institute at the or contribute to devastating health problems, University of Massachusetts, two of the pro- That is why I have concluded that this pack- ranging from asthma attacks to premature age does not deserve my support today. posed EPA Regulations—the Clean Air Trans- death from cardiovascular disease, stroke and port Rule, and the new Mercury and Air Toxics cancer. One air toxic, mercury, damages the f Standards—could stimulate the creation of developing brains of fetuses, infants and small more than 1.4 million jobs over the next five children, robbing them of the opportunity to PROCLAMATION years in the pollution controls, engineering, fully develop intellectually and physically. Coal and construction fields. burning emissions of sulfur oxides and nitro- Congress passed the Clean Air Act and the HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. gen oxides help fuel our nation’s asthma prob- Clean Water Act because the American public lem and can increase heart attacks. demanded it. The American people demanded OF GEORGIA The burning of coal is also a major contrib- it because they don’t like their children to in- utor to the environmental, national security, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hale and drink and die from toxic compounds and economic crisis that is global climate from which even the most diligent parent can’t Tuesday, August 2, 2011 change. The combustion of coal produces a protect her child. Nothing about this equation tremendous amount of carbon dioxide, a has changed, and we must allow the Environ- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, greenhouse gas that contributes to increased mental Protection Agency to continue to fulfill Whereas, In 2003, Ms. Kim Schofield found- trapping of heat in our atmosphere. In fact, its mandate to protect our water and air. I look ed the Lupus And Community Empowering coal accounts for roughly 20% of all green- forward to hearing from the Environmental Support organization better known as house gas emissions. It would be difficult to Protection Agency today about how it con- ‘‘LACES’’; and underestimate the urgency of shutting down tinues to fulfill this promise to America. coal power plants immediately for this reason f Whereas, LACES is an organization that alone. continues to serve those who live with or are These health and environmental con- A TRIBUTE TO THE BLUE DEVILS affected by the chronic autoimmune disorder sequences from toxic pollution are why the Lupus, by empowering patients, bringing at- Environmental Protection Agency is devel- tention to the disease, and leading the way to HON. TOM LATHAM oping tougher safeguards to protect Ameri- OF IOWA find a cure through research; and cans. One proposed rule on Mercury and Air IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, today LACES sponsors its 3rd Toxics alone would be estimated to save as Tuesday, August 2, 2011 Annual Ride 4 Lupus Motorcycle ride to raise many as 17,000 lives every year by 2015 and awareness and funds to assist individuals liv- prevent up to 120,000 cases of childhood Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ing with lupus; and asthma. recognize Iowa’s Class A Baseball State One of the witnesses here to testify today Champions and current holder of the national- Whereas, this unique organization has given represents American Electric Power (AEP), record winning streak, the Martensdale-St. of themselves tirelessly and unconditionally to which is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Mary’s Blue Devils. advocate for our citizens and their families AEP is also one of our nation’s biggest pol- Ladies and gentlemen of the House, what who battle lupus; and luters. Another one of Ohio’s polluters, this team has accomplished is nothing short of Whereas, LACES continues to serve our FirstEnergy Corporation, which owns Lake amazing. Last week, the Blue Devils sealed county, state and country by being the sword Shore Plant in Cleveland in my own district, is their second consecutive state championship and shield for those who live with lupus, en- identified as the nation’s sixth-most harmful by rallying from behind three separate times couraging better treatments, funding research plant for low-income communities and commu- throughout the state tournament baseball and educating people about the disease to nities of color. Thanks in part to AEP and game. And while the Blue Devils’ second state help heal families and strengthen our resolve FirstEnergy, the State of Ohio has more coal- championship in as many years is an incred- to find a cure; and fired generating capacity than any other state ible feat in and of itself, their most recent win Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the in the nation. Ohio’s electric sector also has has also placed their consecutive games won Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this the ignominious honor of ranking FIRST in the at an astonishing 87, giving them the best day to honor and recognize LACES for their amount of toxic air pollution it emitted in 2009, record in the Nation. outstanding service to our District; emitting more than 44.5 million pounds of This special team consists of a large roster harmful chemicals, which accounted for 65% of players that have each contributed a unique Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- of the state’s pollution and 12% of toxic pollu- quality to the team’s record-breaking success. SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim July 9, 2011 as tion from all U.S. power plants. Ohio also The Blue Devils consist of seniors Dillon ‘‘Lupus And Community Empowering Support ranked THIRD among all states in mercury air Coates and Ethan Westphal, juniors David Day’’ in the 4th Congressional District. pollution from power plants with about 3,980 Walker, Zeb Noel, Josh Defenbaugh, Robert Proclaimed, this 9th day of July, 2011. pounds emitted in 2009, which accounted for Walker, J.D. Nielsen, Jake Anctil, T.J. Foster,

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These young partner with whom to negotiate; only a party 10th anniversary of his White Linen Affair; players have been expertly coached by Justin that started as our comrades in government, Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- Dehmer, Sean Smith and Steve Westphal and then our colleagues, who evolved into our op- SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim July 30, 2011 as have undoubtedly made them very proud. ponents, declared themselves our enemies Hank Stewart Day in the 4th Congressional Mr. Speaker, the pride and excitement that and now demand that we be their enablers. I District of Georgia. this team has brought to their community and refuse to play. Proclaimed, This 30th day of July, 2011. to the state of Iowa cannot be overstated. Thugs are in the game to destroy, not build. f Their unrelenting commitment to their coaches They would destroy the government, and es- and teammates speaks volumes of the Iowa pecially this presidency. They take hostages, HONORING LACY AND DOROTHY work ethic and the rewards of working to- and there is much work at stake that would be HARBER gether. It is truly an honor to represent the their next targets. It will be endless. The presi- players, coaches and families of this team in dent has given into all of their demands, and HON. RALPH M. HALL the United States Congress. I invite my col- they remain insatiable. It’s time we starved the OF TEXAS leagues in the United States House of Rep- beast. Then . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resentatives to join me in congratulating these They came to Washington they say com- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 state champions and wish them continued mitted not to do business as usual. Then they success on and off the field in the future. demanded that we protect every loophole, Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a wonderful couple from Denison, f every billionaire and every greedy element in our society except those who need some help. Texas, and outstanding community leaders— PROCLAMATION They set-up something that is their fail safe. Lacy and Dorothy Harber. I have known Lacy I call it the ‘‘Kevorkian Commission’’ that will and Dorothy Harber for many years and they HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. deliver the poison if in November, we don’t are beloved and respected for their out- OF GEORGIA volunteer to do it ourselves. standing philanthropic work, generous spirit, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We Democrats in the House were not at the and many contributions to their community. Tuesday, August 2, 2011 table, and we wind up on the menu. Knowing people like Lacy and Dorothy—and There are arguments that are valid and gratitude for their close friendship—is a great Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, good for voting ‘‘aye.’’ But I didn’t come to this part of the benefits I receive as a Member of Whereas, Bishop Miles and First Lady place to forget the homeless, the hapless and Congress. Helen Fowler are celebrating fifty years (50) in the hungry. This year the Harbers were awarded the marriage today in Lithonia, Georgia; and The most vulnerable in our society don’t Ellis Island Medal of Honor, presented by the Whereas, on June 18, 1961 because of watch their 401K plan, the Dow Jones Indus- National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations. their union then, our community today has trial Average or the futures market. Their fu- Each year, NECO honors ‘‘remarkable Ameri- been blessed with a family that has enhanced ture is getting through till tomorrow. They are cans who exemplify outstanding qualities in our district, Bishop Fowler as Pastor of Big more concerned about having a roof than they both their personal and professional lives, Miller Grove Missionary Baptist Church and are the national debt ceiling. They need jobs, while continuing to preserve the richness of Mrs. Fowler as First Lady, they both are in- nutrition, education and encouragement. The their particular heritage . . . creating a better struments in our community that uplifts the time we’ve spent on this debate would indicate world for all of us in the future by the work spiritual, physical, economic and mental wel- that we’ve bought into the trickledown theory. they do today.’’ fare of our citizens; and The Harbers are in good company, joining Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious Here’s what I know: the people I came here to help need real help. Their lives and future past winners of the Ellis Island Medal of man of God and this phenomenal and virtuous Honor, including Presidents George H.W. Proverbs 31 woman have given hope to the are really endangered. What happens to us people with portfolios, and Wall Street watch- Bush and Gerald Ford, Rosa Parks, and Bob hopeless, fed the hungry and are beacons of Hope. light to those in need, they both have been ers is scary, but conjecture. Sounds hokey, but I’m voting for what I The couple’s desire to help others springs blessed with their family, their church and the from Lacy’s humble beginnings. His father was DeKalb County community; and came here to do. f a city bus driver and his mother cooked in a Whereas, Bishop and First Lady Fowler are school lunch room. With four children in the distinguished citizens of our district, they are PROCLAMATION family, Lacy, at the age of seven, began sell- spiritual warriors, persons of compassion, fear- ing popcorn at baseball games. less leaders and servants to all, but most of all HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. From an early age, Lacy also suffered from visionaries who have shared not only with severe scoliosis which, left untreated, would their family, but with our District their passion OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have likely prevented him from walking as an to improve the lives of others; and adult. At the time, the Texas Scottish Rite Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Tuesday, August 2, 2011 Hospital in Dallas was developing new treat- Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, ments for physically challenged children with- day to honor and recognize Bishop Miles and Whereas, Mr. Hank Stewart, a tenacious out charging for service. The hospital provided First Lady Fowler as they celebrate their 50th and poetic man from Jacksonville, Florida uti- treatment for Lacy for nine years, and when Anniversary, fifty (50) years in marital bliss; lizes his gifts, talents and wisdom everyday to he reached high school he was able to take Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- ensure that citizens are inspired and lives are his back brace off and compete on the track SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim June 18, 2011 as touched; and team. Bishop Miles and First Lady Helen Fowler Day Whereas, Mr. Stewart is a renowned poet, Lacy learned from any early age the value in the 4th Congressional District. motivator and community leader in DeKalb of hard work and the understanding of what it Proclaimed, this 18th day of June, 2011. County, Georgia; and means to do without. Through hard work, Lacy f Whereas, he founded the Hank Stewart has become one of America’s most successful BUDGET CONTROL ACT OF 2011 Foundation based on strengthening the whole entrepreneurs, and the couple has used their child—mind, body and soul; and good fortune to improve the lives of those HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN Whereas, this model citizen has shared his around them. OF NEW YORK time and talents for the betterment of his com- Lacy and Dorothy, who have been married IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity and his Nation through his tireless over fifty years, wholly own the American works, words of encouragement and inspira- Bank of Texas, but take no profits from the Tuesday, August 2, 2011 tion that continue to be a beacon of light to business. Rather, the profits go to charities Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today those in need; and and to those less fortunate. They have been in strong opposition to the Budget Control Act Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the known to pick up restaurant tabs for fellow pa- of 2011, S. 365. Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this trons, hand out $100 bills, provide fishing and

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Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, role as Chairwoman of the Immigration Sub- The Harbers routinely deflect attention from Whereas, our lives have been touched by committee. The debate surrounding how to themselves with an humble attitude, stating the life of this one man who has given of him- mend our broken immigration system con- that they merely enjoy helping others, adopt- self in order for others to stand; and tinues to be polarized, with many differing ing a ‘‘live to give’’ philosophy as they choose Whereas, Mr. Ladeadrick ‘‘Bob’’ Jackson’s opinions about how to best address the issues to share their good fortune with others. Their work is present throughout Meadowcreek High of unauthorized persons in our country. I selfless giving is an inspiration to live a hum- School for all to see, being the Principal of would also like to commend Rep. LOFGREN for ble life in service to others. Mr. Speaker, I ask Meadowcreek High School, Lilburn, Gwinnett introducing this bill, H.R. 398, which address- those here today to rise in honor of this most County, Georgia from 2006 to 2011, he did es one of the many loopholes, oversights, and generous couple who represent the best val- much to aid in the achievements of the school; shortcomings in our current immigration sys- ues of philanthropy, Lacy and Dorothy Harber. and tem. This bill makes a simple change that Whereas, this giant of a man taught aca- helps our immigration process make more f demics to young scholars, managed adminis- sense—it tolls time period to file a petition and trators, inspired elected officials, motivated the appear for an interview to remove the condi- ON THE STATUS OF THE young and the old, as he accomplished so tional basis for permanent resident status EGYPTIAN COPTIC COMMUNITY much during his time on this earth; and while a petitioner is serving in active duty with Whereas, this remarkable man gave of him- the armed forces. It allows those men and HON. GARY C. PETERS self, his time, his talent and his life; he never women serving our country abroad to focus on asked for fame or fortune; he just wanted to protecting America, and not worry about their OF MICHIGAN uplift those in need, he just wanted to make a spouse’s immigration status. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES difference by educating others and building up Under current law, when either a U.S. cit- Tuesday, August 2, 2011 a community; Mr. Jackson inspired others to izen or lawful U.S. Permanent Resident spon- do the same by witnessing him walk the walk sors an alien spouse, the alien spouse is Mr. PETERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and talk the talk; and granted conditional permanent resident status. address the ongoing violence in Egypt being Whereas, Mr. Jackson led by doing behind After two years, the alien spouse and the U.S. carried out against religious minorities. While the scenes and on the front lines for many; citizen or permanent U.S. resident spouse the end of the Mubarak regime has brought Mr. Jackson was a husband, a father, an edu- must jointly file a petition with the Department about the promise for democratic reform, it cator and a friend; he was our warrior, our pa- of Homeland Security for the removal of the has also given rise to instability and acts of vi- triarch, a man of great integrity who remained conditional status. If the petition is successful, olence against religious minorities. Coptic true to the uplifting of the community until his the alien spouse becomes a full permanent Christians have lived peacefully in this part of end; and resident. The petition must be filed during the the world for millennia, but sadly in recent Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the 90–day period before the second anniversary months Coptic churches and protestors have Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this of the spouse’s becoming a conditional perma- been targeted for violence. day to bestow an honorable distinction and nent resident, unless the alien establishes to I am grateful to the Commission on Security recognition on Mr. Ladeadrick ‘‘Bob’’ Jackson the satisfaction of DHS good cause and ex- and Cooperation in Europe, also known as the for his leadership, friendship and service to all tenuating circumstances for failure to file on Helsinki Commission, for holding a hearing re- of the citizens of Georgia and throughout the time. Upon the filing of the petition, DHS inter- cently on the plight of the Coptic people. I was Nation; as a citizen of great worth and so views the spouses to ascertain whether there concerned to learn of reports that young noted distinction; was any possible marriage fraud. The inter- women and under-aged girls fear for their Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- view is conducted within 90 days of the sub- safety because of the threat of violence by SON, Jr. do hereby attest to the 112th Con- mission of the petition, unless DHS waives the Muslim extremists. As a member of the Reli- gress that Mr. Ladeadrick ‘‘Bob’’ Jackson of deadline for the interview or the requirement gious Minorities in the Middle East Caucus, I Georgia is deemed worthy and deserving of for the interview. strongly believe U.S. policymakers need to do this ‘‘Congressional Honorable Distinction:’’ As you can see, the 90-day joint filing dead- more to raise awareness of this issue so that Mr. Ladeadrick ‘‘Bob’’ Jackson—U.S. Citizen line and the interview that follows, which re- the innocent Christians of Egypt are no longer of Distinction—in the 4th Congressional Dis- quires the participation of the U.S. citizen or targeted for violence. trict of Georgia. permanent resident spouse who is serving I am proud to represent a vibrant Coptic Proclaimed, this 29th day of July, 2011. oversees in active duty status with the Armed community in southeast Michigan and am priv- f Forces would, without a doubt, place undue ileged to consider the clergy of St. Mark’s hardship on the active duty petitioner. It would Church in Troy, Michigan as my friends. Many SUSPENDING IMMIGRATION STA- clearly be a disruption to the U.S. military to of my constituents have relatives in Egypt and TUS PETITION AND INTERVIEW have to facilitate a member of the Armed I know that they are deeply concerned about TIME REQUIREMENT FOR MEM- Forces deployed overseas filing a petition and the security of their loved ones. I share their BERS OF ARMED FORCES traveling for a personal interview with DHS. concerns—and the concerns of Copts across While DHS can choose to delay this process SPEECH OF our nation—about the future of their commu- in appropriate circumstances, a blanket tolling nity and the desire to preserve their right to HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE of the time periods while a spouse is serving continue to live peacefully in their ancestral OF TEXAS abroad in the U.S. Armed Forces is appro- homeland. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES priate. While we are hopeful for democratic change H.R. 398 tolls the time periods of time to file Monday, August 1, 2011 in Egypt, it is imperative that we maintain sup- the petition and have an interview for removal port for religious minority communities such as Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, of condition during any period of time in which the Copts and seek to preserve and allow for I rise in support of H.R. 398, ‘‘To amend the a spouse is a member of the Armed Forces of the continuity of their community. I ask my col- Immigration and Nationality Act to toll, during the United States and serving abroad in ac- leagues to join me in raising awareness for active-duty service abroad in the Armed tive-duty status. The spouses do retain the the plight of the Copts, demanding an end to Forces, the periods of time to file a petition right to be able to file a petition within the nor- extremist violence, ensuring that all Egyptian and appear for an interview to remove the mal time period and DHS retains the right to political parties practice the values of pluralism conditional basis for permanent resident sta- waive the interview requirement in appropriate and tolerance, and encouraging a democratic tus, and for other purposes.’’ As a Senior circumstances. Egypt to fully respect the rights of all its citi- member of the Judiciary Committee and a Let’s help our military service member by zens. member of the Subcommittee on Immigration giving them the peace of mind. The tolling of

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HIGHLIGHTS Senate agreed to the motion to concur in the amendment of the House of Representatives to S. 365, Budget Control Act. Senate National Chess Day: Senate agreed to S. Res. Chamber Action 255, designating October 8, 2011, as ‘‘National Routine Proceedings, pages S5201–S5295 Chess Day’’ to enhance awareness and encourage stu- Measures Introduced: Forty-three bills and nine dents and adults to engage in a game known to en- resolutions were introduced, as follows: S. hance critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 1467–1509, S.J. Res. 24, S. Res. 250–256, and S. Page S5284–85 Con. Res. 28. Pages S5250–51 Measures Considered: Measures Reported: Leahy-Smith America Invents Act—Agreement: Report to accompany S. 623, to amend chapter Senate began consideration of the motion to proceed 111 of title 28, United States Code, relating to pro- to consideration of H.R. 1249, to amend title 35, tective orders, sealing of cases, disclosures of dis- United States Code, to provide for patent reform. covery information in civil actions. (S. Rept. No. Page S5281 112–45) A motion was entered to close further debate on S. 538, to amend the Neotropical Migratory Bird the motion to proceed to consideration of the bill, Conservation Act to reauthorize the Act, with an and, in accordance with the provisions of Rule XXII amendment. (S. Rept. No. 112–46) Page S5248 of the Standing Rules of the Senate, and pursuant to Measures Passed: the unanimous-consent agreement of Tuesday, Au- Correcting Enrollment: Senate agreed to H. Con. gust 2, 2011, a vote on cloture will occur following Res. 70, correcting the enrollment of S. 365. the disposition of the nomination of Bernice Bouie Page S5223 Donald, of Tennessee, to be United States Circuit Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establish- Judge for the Sixth Circuit, on Tuesday, September ment Act: Senate passed S. 710, to amend the Solid 6, 2011. Page S5281 Waste Disposal Act to direct the Administrator of A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a viding that Senate resume consideration of the mo- hazardous waste electronic manifest system. tion to proceed to consideration of the bill, on Tues- Pages S5281–83 day, September 6, 2011, following the disposition of Conveyance of Real Property: Senate passed S. the nomination of Bernice Bouie Donald, of Ten- 1302, to authorize the Administrator of General nessee, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Services to convey a parcel of real property in Tracy, Sixth Circuit, and the resumption of Legislative Ses- sion, and Senate vote on the motion to invoke clo- California, to the City of Tracy. Page S5283 ture on the motion to proceed to consideration of Campus Fire Safety Month: Committee on the the bill. Page S5281 Judiciary was discharged from further consideration of S. Res. 104, designating September 2011 as House Messages: ‘‘Campus Fire Safety Month’’, and the resolution was Budget Control Act: By 74 yeas to 26 nays (Vote then agreed to. Pages S5283–84 No. 123), Senate agreed to the motion to concur in National Airborne Day: Senate agreed to S. Res. the amendment of the House of Representatives to 254, designating August 16, 2011, as ‘‘National S. 365, to make a technical amendment to the Edu- Airborne Day’’. Page S5284 cation Sciences Reform Act of 2002, by the order of D891

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Barbara Jeanne Ells, of Colorado, to be a Member Routine lists in the Air Force, Army, Foreign of the Board of Trustees of the Institute of American Service, Marine Corps, and Navy. Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Develop- Pages S5285–92, S5293–95 ment for a term expiring October 18, 2016. Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- Deborah Downing Goodman, of Oklahoma, to be lowing nominations: a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Institute Adalberto Jose Jordan, of Florida, to be United of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and States Circuit Judge for the Eleventh Circuit. Arts Development for a term expiring October 18, Miranda Du, of Nevada, to be United States Dis- 2014. trict Judge for the District of Nevada. Cynthia Chavez Lamar, of New Mexico, to be a David B. Barlow, of Utah, to be United States At- Member of the Board of Trustees of the Institute of torney for the District of Utah for the term of four American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and years. Arts Development for a term expiring May 19, Catharine Friend Easterly, of the District of Co- 2016. lumbia, to be an Associate Judge of the District of Derek J. Mitchell, of Connecticut, to be Special Columbia Court of Appeals for the term of fifteen Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma, years. with the rank of Ambassador. Nancy Maria Ware, of the District of Columbia, Jeffrey DeLaurentis, of New York, to be Alternate to be Director of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia for Representatives of the United States of America for a term of six years. Special Political Affairs in the United Nations, with Ernest Mitchell, Jr., of California, to be Adminis- the rank of Ambassador. trator of the United States Fire Administration, Fed- Jeffrey DeLaurentis, of New York, to be an Alter- eral Emergency Management Agency, Department of nate Representative of the United States of America Homeland Security. to the Sessions of the General Assembly of the Irvin Charles McCullough III, of Maryland, to be United Nations, during his tenure of service as Al- Inspector General of the Intelligence Community, ternate Representative of the United States of Amer- Office of the Director of National Intelligence. ica for Special Political Affairs in the United Na- Ashton B. Carter, of Massachusetts, to be Deputy tions. Secretary of Defense. William H. Moser, of North Carolina, to be Am- Gregory Howard Woods, of New York, to be bassador to the Republic of Moldova. General Counsel of the Department of Energy. Frankie Annette Reed, of Maryland, to be Ambas- 5 Air Force nominations in the rank of general. sador to the Republic of the Fiji Islands, and to Routine lists in the Army, and Navy. Page S5293 serve concurrently and without additional compensa- Nomination Withdrawn: Senate received notification as Ambassador to the Republic of Nauru, the tion of withdrawal of the following nomination: Kingdom of Tonga, Tuvalu, and the Republic of Leon Rodriguez, of Maryland, to be Administrator Kiribati. of the Wage and Hour Division, Department of David S. Adams, of the District of Columbia, to Labor, which was sent to the Senate on January 5, be an Assistant Secretary of State (Legislative Af- 2011. Page S5295 fairs). Messages from the House: Page S5247 Arnold A. Chacon, of Virginia, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Guatemala. Measures Referred: Page S5247 Earl Anthony Wayne, of Maryland, to be Ambas- Enrolled Bills Presented: Page S5247 sador to Mexico. Executive Communications: Pages S5247–48 Deborah A. P. Hersman, of Virginia, to be Chair- Executive Reports of Committees: Pages S5248–50 man of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term of two years. (Prior to this action, Committee Additional Cosponsors: Pages S5251–54 on Commerce, Science, and Transportation was dis- Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: charged from further consideration.) Pages S5254–70 Matthew G. Olsen, of Maryland, to be Director of Additional Statements: Pages S5243–47 the National Counterterrorism Center, Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Authorities for Committees to Meet: Page S5270 32 Air Force nominations in the rank of general. Privileges of the Floor: Page S5270 62 Army nominations in the rank of general. Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. 8 Navy nominations in the rank of admiral. (Total—123) Page S5221

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Recess: Senate convened at 9:30 a.m. and recessed committee on Clean Air and Nuclear Safety to exam- at 6:43 p.m., until 10 a.m. on Friday, August 5, ine a review of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s 2011. (For Senate’s program, see the remarks of the (NRC) near-term task force recommendations for en- Majority Leader in today’s Record on page S5292.) hancing reactor safety in the 21st century, after receiving testimony from Gregory B. Jaczko, Chair- Committee Meetings man, and Kristine L. Svinicki, George Apostolakis, William D. Magwood, IV, and William C. (Committees not listed did not meet) Ostendorff, each a Commissioner, all of the Nuclear BUSINESS MEETING Regulatory Commission. Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: Com- NOMINATIONS mittee ordered favorably reported the nominations of Mark P. Wetjen, of Nevada, to be a Commissioner Committee on Foreign Relations: Committee concluded of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and a hearing to examine the nominations of Francis Jo- Brian T. Baenig, of the District of Columbia, to be seph Ricciardone, Jr., of Massachusetts, to be Am- an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture. bassador to the Republic of Turkey, Norman L. BUSINESS MEETING Eisen, of the District of Columbia, to be Ambassador to the Czech Republic, who was introduced by Sen- Committee on Armed Services: Committee ordered favor- ator Lieberman, and Robert Stephen Ford, of ably reported the nominations of Madelyn R. Vermont, to be Ambassador to the Syrian Arab Re- Creedon, of Indiana, to be Assistant Secretary for public, all of the Department of State, after the Global Strategic Affairs, and Alan F. Estevez, of the nominees testified and answered questions in their District of Columbia, to be Assistant Secretary for Logistics and Materiel Readiness, both of the De- own behalf. partment of Defense, and 2,698 nominations in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. HEALTH REFORM AND HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS HOUSING FINANCE REFORM Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Committee concluded a hearing to examine health Committee concluded a hearing to examine housing reform and health insurance premiums, focusing on finance reform, focusing on national mortgage serv- empowering states to serve consumers, after receiving icing standards, after receiving testimony from Jack testimony from Senator Feinstein; Steve Larsen, Dep- Hopkins, CorTrust Bank, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on behalf of the Independent Community Bankers of uty Administrator and Director, Center for Con- America; Faith Schwartz, HOPE NOW Alliance, sumer Information and Insurance Oversight, Centers Washington, D.C.; Robert M. Couch, Bradley Arant for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Department of Boult Cummings, Birmingham, Alabama; and Peter Health and Human Services; John E. Dicken, Direc- P. Swire, The Ohio State University Moritz College tor, Health Care, Government Accountability Office; of Law, Columbus. Teresa Miller, Oregon Insurance Division, Salem; and Dan Withrow, CSS Distribution Group, Inc., ENHANCING REACTOR SAFETY IN THE Louisville, Kentucky, on behalf of the U.S. Chamber 21ST CENTURY of Commerce. Committee on Environment and Public Works: Com- mittee concluded a joint hearing with the Sub- h House of Representatives Chamber Action Reports Filed: There were no reports filed today. Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 3 public appointed Representative Wolf to act as Speaker pro bills, H.R. 2790–2792 were introduced. tempore for today. Page H5891 Pages H5891–92 Additional Cosponsors: Page H5892

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Friday, August 5 10 a.m., Friday, August 5

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Friday: Senate will meet in a pro forma Program for Friday: The House will meet in pro forma session. session at 10 a.m.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Johnson, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’, Jr., Ga., E1487, E1488, Matsui, Doris O., Calif., E1487, E1491 E1490, E1492, E1493, E1494, E1494, E1495 Peters, Gary C., Mich., E1485, E1491, E1495 Ackerman, Gary L., N.Y., E1494 Kucinich, Dennis J., Ohio, E1488, E1489, E1490, E1491, Tipton, Scott R., Colo., E1485, E1487, E1488 Frank, Barney, Mass., E1489 E1492, E1493 Towns, Edolphus, N.Y., E1485, E1486, E1487, E1488, Hall, Ralph M., Tex., E1494 Latham, Tom, Iowa, E1493 E1489, E1491, E1491, E1492 Jackson Lee, Sheila, Tex., E1486, E1490, E1495 McKeon, Howard P. ‘‘Buck’’, Calif., E1485 Waxman, Henry A., Calif., E1492

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