Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 114 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION

E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 114 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION

Vol. 162 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2016 No. 45 Senate The Senate was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at 11 a.m. House of Representatives TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2016

The House met at 10 a.m. and was taking place in our politics and the Adams urged: ‘‘There must be de- called to order by the Speaker pro tem- cynicism that is the end result of cency and respect, and veneration in- pore (Mr. BOST). power for power’s sake. We are losing troduced for persons of authority of f sight of civility in government and pol- every rank, or we are undone. In a pop- itics. Debate and dialogue is taking a ular government, this is our only DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO back seat to the politics of destruction way . . .’’ TEMPORE and anger and control. Dogma has re- I couldn’t agree more. Our constitu- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- placed thoughtful discussion between ents, our allies, and this world deserves fore the House the following commu- people of differing views.’’ much more from us. But all hope is not nication from the Speaker: Mr. Speaker, these words were spo- lost. WASHINGTON, DC, ken by then-Governor Jim McGreevey Governor McGreevey finished his March 22, 2016. in his farewell address to the State of farewell address with these wise words: I hereby appoint the Honorable MIKE BOST New Jersey in 2004, and I fear that they ‘‘I urge you, my fellow citizens, to seek to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day. are truer today than ever before. those who will build bridges between PAUL D. RYAN, With Congress back in town for just us, those who do not need to shout in Speaker of the House of Representatives. order to be heard. We must have lead- 3 days before a 21⁄2-week break, all any- f one wants to know is if, not even when, ers who value their words as much as MORNING-HOUR DEBATE we might actually get some real work they do their actions and who, above all, believe in their heart what they The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- accomplished for the American people. We are 3 months into the Second Ses- say and do . . . Demand good and effec- ant to the order of the House of Janu- tive government from wise leaders who ary 5, 2016, the Chair will now recog- sion of the 114th Congress, and what do we have to show for it? speak softly, with great ideas, who in- nize Members from lists submitted by spire people to work together for a Sadly, our record of accomplishment the majority and minority leaders for common purpose. We, as a Nation, have is short. morning-hour debate. done this in the past, and I know we The Chair will alternate recognition To top it off, all our constituents are can do it again.’’ between the parties, with each party hearing in the media is the hateful As the leaders of this great country, limited to 1 hour and each Member rhetoric and vengefulness spewing from I urge my fellow colleagues in the other than the majority and minority the mouths of the candidates in the House, Governors, and candidates alike leaders and the minority whip limited Presidential debates. And now, unfor- to hold ourselves to a higher standard, to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- tunately, our third branch of govern- because, as Herbert Hoover once said: bate continue beyond 11:50 a.m. ment can’t escape the partisanship ‘‘When there is a lack of honor in gov- f that is choking our Federal Govern- ernment, the morals of the whole peo- ment. ple are poisoned.’’ CIVILITY IN GOVERNMENT This is not a new struggle for our f The SPEAKER pro tempore. The great democracy. In fact, John Adams Chair recognizes the gentleman from wrote to his wife about the same issue 100TH ROTARY ANNIVERSARY Illinois (Mr. QUIGLEY) for 5 minutes. over 200 years ago. He wrote: ‘‘I fear The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, ‘‘I look that in every assembly, Members will Chair recognizes the gentleman from with increasing horror, along with a obtain an influence by noise, not sense; Florida (Mr. CURBELO) for 5 minutes. growing number of other Americans, at by meanness, not greatness; by con- Mr. CURBELO of Florida. Mr. Speak- the great and bitter division that is tracted hearts, not large souls.’’ er, I rise today to honor the Rotary

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:56 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.000 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1498 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 Club of Key West, which celebrates its Florida Regional Climate Compact and In addition to ensuring that landfills 100th anniversary this April. receive recommendations from the accepting coal ash are lined properly to The Rotary Club was chartered in our Miami-Dade Sea Level Rise Task Force protect groundwater, the Coal Ash Florida Keys community in 1916 under on the best ways to incorporate new Landfill Safety Act would also protect the principle of ‘‘service above self,’’ an methods to deal with climate change in communities by working to minimize excellent reminder to all of the impor- our daily lives. coal ash dust in the air, which is also tance we have of helping our fellow The individuals who attend this con- toxic. It will require groundwater mon- Floridians. ference have a passionate desire to itoring, mandate proper cleanup re- The Rotary Club of Key West is com- keep our south Florida communities quirements, and require weekly, promised of active members of our safe and viable for generations to monthly, and annual inspections, south Florida community who find it come. Sea level rising is an important thereby keeping the public informed by not only important, but also absolutely issue not only in south Florida, but a posting the monitoring data, corrective necessary to give back to their local topic that should be discussed in a bi- action plans, and inspection reports on neighborhoods. They provide scholar- partisan manner at the national level a publicly accessible Web site. ships to local school children, includ- as well. As we saw in Flint, Michigan, we ing $25,000 to one graduating senior, I commend the attendees of the Sea need to act at the Federal level before and have even established a Rotary Level Rise Solutions Conference for our failure to do so results in irrevers- Dental Program to help children who their leadership and for taking ible damage to the health and environ- proactive steps to address rising sea otherwise would not be able to receive ment of the communities we represent. levels. dental care. I don’t want American families, regard- I would also like to recognize Rotary f less of income level, to be unfairly and legends Jefferson B. Browne, Robert COAL ASH LANDFILL SAFETY ACT unreasonably exposed to toxic chemi- Carraway, Edward B. Knight, Gerald cals because dangerous materials, such ‘‘Moe’’ Mosher, Greg O’Berry, John G. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from as coal ash, are being deposited into in- Parks, Jr., Paul J. Sher, Edward adequately protected facilities in their Toppino, Robert Walker, and Alton Georgia (Mr. JOHNSON) for 5 minutes. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- neighborhoods. Weekley. er, power companies are closing down Together, we can find sensible solu- Their dedication to remaining loyal old, air-polluting, coal-fired power tions to all of these problems that we to the Rotary Club’s vision has helped plants as we move toward cleaner, face, but we must deal with the regula- to shape it into the wonderful organi- more sustainable ways to generate tions, the shortcomings. We must pro- zation it is today. We are fortunate to electricity. tect the American people. have experienced their leadership. As these small producing plants Once again, congratulations to the close, they leave behind a toxic sub- Rotary Club of Key West on an advan- f stance known as coal ash. The coal ash tageous 100 years. May the next 100 be is a public health hazard if it is not dis- A TRIBUTE TO DOLPH SCHAYES even more prosperous. posed of properly. Coal ash is toxic and VASUNDARA GOVINDARAJAN, SPELLING BEE can cause sickness and death. It is a The SPEAKER pro tempore. The WINNER dangerous substance that must be kept Chair recognizes the gentleman from Mr. CURBELO of Florida. Mr. Speak- out of our drinking water. Coal ash New York (Mr. KATKO) for 5 minutes. er, I rise today to recognize and con- contains known carcinogens such as ar- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise gratulate Vasundara Govindarajan of senic, mercury, and lead. That is why today to pay tribute to the great life of Archimedean Academy, who will be coal ash is being regulated by the EPA. Dolph Schayes. representing Miami-Dade County in As power companies shut down or up- Dolph was born in New York, New the Scripps National Spelling Bee held grade their facilities while closing ex- York, in 1928, and lived most of his life in Washington, D.C., this May. isting coal ash ponds, where much of in Syracuse, New York. At the young The two-time winner comes from a this toxic material has been tempo- age of 19 years old, he entered the Na- family of excellent spellers. Her older rarily stored, the need to permanently tional Basketball Association, where brother, Vaidya, has even competed on dispose of this hazardous byproduct is he went on to have a truly remarkable the national stage. growing. career. Vasundara won the Miami Herald’s We now know that some waste dis- 76th Annual Spelling Bee with the word In his over 15 years of playing in the posal companies have been quietly ex- NBA, Dolph earned many records and ‘‘epulation,’’ meaning feasting or ban- ploiting a loophole in the new EPA queting—a word not typically found in many awards. He was, without a doubt, rules, which allow them to dump toxic one of the best players who ever played your average sixth-graders’ vocabu- coal ash into municipal solid waste the game at the National Basketball lary. But Vasundara is clearly not your landfills. So far, these waste disposal Association level, and he helped mold typical sixth-grader, and was able to companies have dumped millions of the NBA in its early years. take home the trophy over approxi- tons of coal ash into unlined municipal mately 150 other students who were solid waste landfills across America. While Dolph may be best known for vying for this prestigious prize. These landfills, which are often located his talents on the court, some of his Congratulations, Vasundara, on this near neighborhoods and schools, are most impressive moments happened off accomplishment. We are all very proud simply not built or constructed or the court. He was a very giving mem- of you and look forward to watching equipped to safely handle this toxic ber of the Syracuse community, work- you represent Miami-Dade County on material. ing with youth on a constant basis, the national stage. And don’t forget to EPA rules do not require sufficient starting one of the earliest basketball stop by my office when you come to commonsense protections for people camps in America. Dolph’s legacy lies Washington. who live nearby these landfills. Unfor- not only in the records he holds, but SEA LEVEL RISE SOLUTIONS CONFERENCE tunately, many of these landfills are also in the many lives he touched. Mr. CURBELO of Florida. Mr. Speak- disproportionately located in low-in- On March 26, just a few days from er, I rise today to recognize the Sea come and minority communities. now, Dolph’s jersey will be retired and Level Rise Solutions Conference, which Today I introduced the Coal Ash his son, Danny—another great NBA will be held by the Greater Miami Landfill Safety Act to close the loop- player in his own time—will be accept- Chamber of Commerce this April. holes in the EPA rules to ensure that ing it on his behalf. The conference brings together mem- landfills receiving coal ash are prop- I am truly honored to pay tribute to bers from across Florida to have a con- erly equipped with the necessary safe- this incredible athlete and man who structive dialogue about ways to con- guards that will protect the public contributed greatly to the sport and to front sea level rise in our communities. from the health risks caused by drink- the community he loved so much. Attendees will also have the oppor- ing water contaminated with the coal God bless you, Dolph, for a great life tunity to be updated on the South ash components. and a great NBA career.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.002 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1499 U.S.-INDIA DEFENSE STRATEGIC This is one question, Mr. Speaker. he would release political prisoners in PARTNERSHIP ACT But the request to use taxpayer dollars Cuba. Castro looked uncomfortable. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The to finance the sale of these F–16s to Why? Because in Cuba, there is no free Chair recognizes the gentleman from Pakistan is entirely another question. press. Reporters are not allowed to ask North Carolina (Mr. HOLDING) for 5 What has Pakistan actually done to de- real questions to regime leaders. minutes. serve these fighter jets, let alone fi- Castro said, well, there are no polit- Mr. HOLDING. Mr. Speaker, the nancing from the United States tax- ical prisoners in Cuba at all, and if United States is fortunate to have al- payers? Certainly not enough, in my there were, he would free them by lies and partners across the world that view, as I firmly oppose the sale from nightfall. we work with every day to combat ter- start to finish. That’s a good one. Well, there are 11 rorism and our other security chal- Every year since 2011, the adminis- million people imprisoned by Castro’s tration has been required to utilize a lenges. communist regime—the entire island. One of these relationships that I waiver to continue providing security But here is a list, Mr. Speaker, of work closely on is the strategic part- assistance to Pakistan. Why, you over 50 political prisoners, and this is a nership between the United States and might ask, does the administration list comprised by the Cuban Demo- need to continually use a waiver? Well, India. Together, the U.S. and India face cratic Directorate. Some of these indi- it is because Pakistan has failed to be a set of common security challenges, viduals have been in jail for over 20 an honest and real partner in the ef- and there can be no question that clos- years. Others are constantly detained, forts to combat terrorism that is exer defense and security cooperation be- released, and rearrested. ported from its borders. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- tween our two democracies will greatly On this front, Mr. Speaker, I have benefit all of our people. sent to enter this list into the RECORD. joined with Congressman BERA to seek Over the last few years, Mr. Speaker, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there a restriction on the availability of se- objection to the request of the gentle- we have seen substantial growth in this curity assistance to Pakistan next fis- partnership, most recently formalized woman from Florida? cal year. We are not seeking to com- There was no objection. last year with the 10-year renewal of pletely prohibit the use of the Presi- PRELIMINARY LIST OF POLITICAL PRISONERS, the defense framework. This partner- dential waiver—although, I might add, CUBAN DEMOCRATIC DIRECTORATE, MARCH ship is also highlighted by forums such this is a debate worth having here in as the U.S.-India Defense Technology 21ST, 2016 the House. We are simply asking that 1. Yasiel Espino Aceval/Condemned 4 years/ and Trade Initiative. I firmly believe 30 percent of the funds should not be that Congress should be supporting and Ariza Prison subject to a waiver. This is a common- 2. Alexander Palacio Reyes/Cera´ mica Roja offering more opportunities for the sense step that will, hopefully, after Prison U.S.-India defense partnership to suc- years of trying, get the Pakistani Gov- 3. Alexis Serrano Avila/Condemned 3 years ceed. ernment to cooperate and meet the re- prison 4. Andre´s Fidel Alfonso Rodrı´guez/Melena b 1015 quirements set in law. Mr. Speaker, India should know that Sur prison That is why today I will be intro- 5. Ernesto Borges Pe´rez/Combinado del they have a strong and committed ducing the U.S.-India Defense Tech- Este prison partner in the U.S. Congress, and I be- nology and Partnership Act. This legis- 6. Carlos Amaury Calderin Roca/Valle lieve that steps such as passing the ap- lation will cement the progress that Grande prison propriations fence I just outlined and 7. Maria del Carmen Cala Aguilera/ has already been made and will lay the passing the U.S.-India Defense Tech- Pendiente/Provincial Women’s Prison foundation for future cooperation and nology and Partnership Act would send Holguı´n Province growth. ´ a strong message and certainly en- 8. Enrique Bartolome Cambria Diaz/Kilo 8 Additionally, this legislation will prison hance our strategic partnership with elevate India’s status by shortening 9. Misael Canet Vela´ zquez/Kilo 8 prison India. 10. Santiago Cisneros Castellanos/ the time required for the notification Mr. Speaker, we have a tremendous of sale or export of defense articles Pendiente/Aguadores prison opportunity in front of us right now to 11. Leonardo Cobas Pe´rez/Moscu´ prison from the United States to India. further build an enduring defense and 12. Felipe Martin Companione/Cera´ mica It will also bring our defense estab- security partnership with India that Roja prison/Condemned to 8 years in prison lishment closer together by encour- will endure for years to come and, in- 13. Orlando Contreras Aguiar/Aguacate aging more joint contingency planning prison deed, benefit both of our great democ- 14. Yeri Curbelo Aguilera/Condemned 3 and will require the U.S. Government racies. to review and assess India’s ability to years prison/Guantanamo Prison f 15. Pedro de la Caridad Alvarez Pedroso execute military operations of mutual 16. Jordys Manuel Dosil/Condemned 3 years interest. LACK OF LIBERTY AND FREEDOM prison Just as important as efforts like the IN CUBA 17. Carlos Manuel Figueroa A´ lvarez/ legislation I am introducing today, I The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Combinado del Este Prison/Condemned to 6 believe, is Congress’ closer examina- Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from years prison 18. David Ferna´ ndez Cardoso/Bungo Ocho tion and oversight of other actions Florida (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN) for 5 min- that impact the U.S.-India partnership. utes. Prison One that certainly comes to mind, 19. Jose´ Daniel Gonzalez Fumero/Nieves Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, in Morejo´ n Prison Mr. Speaker, is the delicate and, at 2014, President Obama said he wanted 20. Ricardo Gonza´ lez Sendin˜ a/condemned 6 times, seemingly confused policy with to go to Cuba if, and I quote, ‘‘I, with years/Combinado del Este Pakistan. Pakistan has proven time confidence, can say that we are seeing 21. Ariel Gonza´ lez Sendin˜ a/condemned 6 and time again that it is an unreliable some progress in liberty and freedom. years/Combinado del Este partner. If we are going backwards,’’ President 22. Eglis Heredia Rodrı´guez/Boniato Prison While Pakistan has taken some, but Obama said, ‘‘then there is not much 23. Mario Alberto Herna´ ndez Leiva/Melena very limited, action to disrupt terror del Sur prison/Condemned to 3 years prison reason for me to be there. I am not in- 24. Geovanys Izaguirre Herna´ ndez/ elements that operate within their bor- terested in just validating the status Aguadores Prison ders, their demonstrated unwillingness quo.’’ 25. Rolando Erismelio Jaco Garcı´a/ to fulfill and execute counterterrorism Well, look at this poster, Mr. Speak- Cera´ mica Roja Prison efforts should leave no question as to er. These are human rights dissidents 26. Javier Jouz Varona/Social Dangerous- their true intentions. who were rounded up and beaten. If ness prison/Condemned to 3 years prison So why, Mr. Speaker, last month, did Obama’s Cuba policy is not going back- 27. Isain Lo´ pez Luna/Valle Grande Prison ´ the administration notice a sale of wards, I don’t know what is, because 28. Noel Lopez Gonzalez/Condemned 12 years prison eight F–16s to Pakistan? What, I ask, is the oppressive Cuban apparatus of re- 29. Michael Mediaceja Ramos/Condemned 6 the benefit of the sale to our national pression only seems to be emboldened. months/Guanajay prison security and the security of the region Mr. Speaker, yesterday in Havana, 30. Osmanı´ Mendosa Ferrior/Las Mangas and our partners? Raul Castro was asked by a reporter if prison

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.003 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1500 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 31. Mario Morera Jardines/Condemned to 3 The President, our President Obama, rector of a small housing authority years prison/Guamajal prison proclaimed that this trip to Cuba prior to serving in Congress, there is a 32. Ernesto Ortega Sarduy/Valle Grande would be fun. That is his word. It has big difference between housing needs in prison 33. Alexander Palacio Reyes/Cera´ mica Roja not been fun for all of the Cubans who small town Mississippi, Georgia, or Ne- prison have been beaten leading up to the braska, and those in cities like New 34. Ricardo Pelier Fro´ meta/Condemned to 3 President’s visit. It hasn’t been fun for York City. This legislation removes years jail/Combinado de Guantanamo prison all the Cubans who have been pre- that one-size-fits-all approach and 35. Fernando Isael Pen˜ a Tamayo/Con- vented from leaving their homes until gives small housing authorities the demned to 5 years/El Tı´pico prison the President departs Cuba because flexibility to operate more effectively 36. Silverio Portal Contreras/Campamento they are human rights activists. and efficiently. Ochima´ n prison Now let me show you this other post- Simply put, small housing authori- 37. Humberto Eladio Real Suarez 38. Rene´ Rouco Machin/Melena del Sur er, Mr. Speaker. This is a poster of ties are being crushed by the regu- prison President Reagan with Gorbachev in latory burdens of the Federal Govern- 39. Laudelino Rodriguez Mendoza/Granjita 1987. And what happened there? Presi- ment. It doesn’t take a CPA to see the prison, Santiago de Cuba dent Reagan said: ‘‘Mr. Gorbachev, cost significantly outweighs the bene- 40. Leoncio Rodriguez Poncio/Condemned open this gate. Mr. Gorbachev, tear fits of HUD mandates and regulations. to 42 years and has served 28 years in prison/ down this wall.’’ Specifically, this bill limits HUD’s Guantanamo Prison In Havana, 2016, President Obama inspections of housing and voucher 41. Alfredo Luis Limonte Rodriguez/Con- says: Thank you, President Castro, for units to once every 3 years, unless the demned 4 years/Ariza Prison 42. Elieski Roque Chongo/Condemned 5 your spirit of openness. small PHA is classified as ‘‘troubled’’ years/Ariza Prison Spirit of openness? And again, Presi- by HUD. It eliminates certain paper- 43. Alexander Alan Rodrı´guez/Sentence dent what? He is not a President. What work, including the submission of Pending/Valle Grande Prison openness, when press is prohibited in plans or reports not required of owners 44. Reinier Rodrı´guez Mendoza/Condemned Cuba? What openness, when the Cuban and operators of Section 8 private prop- to 2 years of prison/San Jose´ Prison people are jailed for dissenting views? erties, and it also eliminates unneces- 45. Mario Ronaide Figueroa Reyes/Con- What openness, when the economy is sary yearly environmental reviews for demned to 3 years prison/Prision 1580 46. Yoelkis Roza´ bal Flores/Condemned to 4 controlled by one entity, the com- agencies that are not undergoing new years/Combinado de Guanta´ namo prison munist regime? construction. 47. Daniel Santovenia Fernandez America, under the Obama adminis- As we all know, recent Federal budg- 48. Emilio Serrano Rodrı´guez/Valle Grande tration, has forsaken those who suffer ets have reduced support for public Prison under Castro’s oppression. That is a sad housing, and cuts have disproportion- 49. Armando Sosa Fortuny/Camaguey Pris- fact. And this will be President ately impacted small and rural housing on Obama’s legacy, Mr. Speaker, the agencies. Deep prorations in the oper- 50. Liusban John Ultra/Condenado a 7 an˜ os/ President who abdicated America’s role Jailed in the Province of Las Tunas/La ating funds have forced housing au- Granjita Prison as a defender of international human thorities to reduce staff and cut serv- 51. Armado Verdecı´a Dı´az/Condemned to 5 rights, all for a narcissistic play at ices and maintenance. years of prison/Malverde Prison building a legacy as the President who Any revenue source is crucial; that is Sources: Directorio Democra´ tico Cubano; restored America’s relations with dic- why this bill also takes a balanced, Andry Frometa Cuenca, former political tators and tyrants who will do any- commonsense look at the inspections, prisoner; Yordan Marrero, Partido thing to undermine our country and requirements, paperwork, and regula- Democra´ ta Cristiano de Camagu¨ ey; Librado harm our interests and our citizens. tions that our directors are doing year Linares Garcia, General Secretary of the And that is all there is about Cuba. ´ ´ round. Movimiento Cubano Reflexion; Union Five decades ago, President Johnson Patrio´ tica de Cuba (UNPACU). f announced a war on poverty, and it was Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. During his SMALL PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY believed during that time that one of time in Cuba, President Obama failed OPPORTUNITY ACT OF 2016 the first bills to be introduced in the to announce any substantive changes The SPEAKER pro tempore. The 89th Congress would be an updated on policies, such as the fugitive policy. Chair recognizes the gentleman from version of the Housing and Community Is there any news on returning New Mississippi (Mr. PALAZZO) for 5 min- Development Act of 1964. President Jersey cop killer Joanne Chesimard or utes. Johnson, in his State of the Union that any of the other fugitives of U.S. jus- Mr. PALAZZO. Mr. Speaker, I rise year, proclaimed a desire for ‘‘a decent tice, such as Charles Hill, William today to introduce bipartisan legisla- home for every American family.’’ Guillermo Morales, or Victor Manuel tion that addresses the administrative This goal is today, as it was in 1964, Gerena? No news. burdens facing small and rural housing a very real one that must be addressed. On confiscated property, there was authorities across this country. That is why I applaud Speaker RYAN no positive announcement about the The Small Public Housing Agency for creating the Task Force on Pov- Castro regime paying back Americans Opportunity Act of 2016, H.R. 4816, erty, Opportunity, and Upward Mobil- who had their properties confiscated. being introduced by myself, the gen- ity, to strengthen America’s safety net There was no announcement by Cas- tleman from Georgia (Mr. BISHOP), and to help those in need. tro about improving human rights on the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. I also commend Representative the island. Castro denied that human ASHFORD), is the House companion to LUETKEMEYER and the committee for rights violations occur in Cuba. Again, Senators TESTER and FISCHER’s S. 2292. the successful drafting and passage of look at this poster. If enacted, this bill would simplify in- the Housing Opportunity Through As predicted, Castro also demanded spection and compliance requirements Modernization Act of 2016. the return of the naval station at and eliminate excessive paperwork for We have a model out there for public Guantanamo Bay. This Congress has public housing authorities that support housing, and we can debate the pluses been very clear that it strongly op- fewer than 550 households. and minuses in terms of government ef- poses relinquishing GTMO or transfer- Small PHAs represent 80 percent of ficiency; but at the end of the day, we ring detainees to the United States. all agencies but administer only 20 per- cannot forget what the main focus here Now, President Obama incorrectly cent of the units and receive only 10 is: affordable housing for America’s keeps calling the Communist percent of the public housing and Hous- lowest income families. strongman Castro ‘‘President Cas- ing Choice Voucher funds. Under cur- This bill’s exemptions and reforms tro’’—wrong. He is not President of rent law, these small public housing will not have an adverse impact on the Cuba. There have never been elections. agencies are required to follow the quality of living for these families. On There are no political parties, except same reporting and inspection rules as the contrary, by removing just a frac- the Communist Party, in Cuba. There large, urban housing authorities, even tion of the burden placed on the backs are no free and fair elections. He is not though they have far fewer resources. of our housing directors, we benefit the President. Stop calling a dictator Speaking from experience with my lives of the residents. With some direc- President. work as a CFO and deputy executive di- tors and employees allotting over 30

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.002 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1501 hours a week to just one report or pro- So I find it extremely disappointing to implement to solve our Nation’s gram or assessment, we take that time that California’s San Joaquin Valley is water crisis, we need short-term solu- away from the residents. not at the forefront of this discussion tions now so that farmers, farm work- This bill does not aim to reform the after 4 years of devastating drought. ers, and farming communities in the entire model or oppress one party in- While I empathize with those in San Joaquin Valley do not go without volved but, rather, aims to ensure that Flint, Michigan, and other areas of the a water supply under the Federal the time and thousands of dollars spent country, like those of us in the San project for a third year in a row. on assessments here and there are ab- Joaquin Valley, we have been facing Additionally, we must do everything solutely necessary and that it ulti- water shortages for 4 years; it is get- possible to get Federal legislation mately benefits the residents in these ting much worse; and there is less na- passed and signed into law that would units. So this bill really does what tional attention being focused on our not only deal with our short-term Congress oftentimes fails to do, which plight. needs, but to deal with our long-term is to provide some much-needed regu- In the valley, instead of lead poi- needs as well. We passed the House bill latory relief. It simplifies, rather than soning due to the failure of all levels of last year. complicates, the process. government, as we have seen in Flint, We need to get Senator FEINSTEIN’s I ask my colleagues to join me in this Michigan, we are dealing with waters bill passed so we can go to conference bipartisan effort to ensure that low-in- that have high nitrate levels in drink- because, if the Federal agencies don’t come families have a decent home, re- ing water. In addition to that, in many act—and they have not been doing the gardless of their location. This begins places, we don’t have access to water job that I would like to see them do— by giving agencies the resources and at all. then Congress must act. the flexibility they need to better serve The solutions are clear. We need to f increase Federal funding for infrastruc- their communities. ture to build resiliency during drought HONORING BERT STEPHEN CRANE, f periods and reduce the impacts of A BELOVED LEADER IN THE WATER CRISES water quality using all the water tools MERCED COMMUNITY The SPEAKER pro tempore. The in our water toolbox. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The We need to increase coordination be- Chair recognizes the gentleman from Chair recognizes the gentleman from tween local, State, and Federal agen- California (Mr. DENHAM) for 5 minutes. California (Mr. COSTA) for 5 minutes. cies to reduce the impacts of commu- Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I would nities impaired by water quality or a today to acknowledge and honor the like to once again rise to address the lack of access to water. life of a beloved leader in the Merced water crises that are facing not just Finally, we need to increase our community, Bert Stephen Crane. Bert California, but our Nation and focus on ensuring that regulations, passed away at the age of 84 on Sunday, throughout the world. where they are in place, achieve their March 13, 2016, surrounded by his lov- Today, global communities and busi- intended purpose while minimizing ing family. ness organizations have joined to- negative impacts that they have with On November 29, 1931, Bert was born gether, and the White House is holding contradictory results. to fourth-generation California farmers a water summit to raise awareness of For instance, due to the decisions and ranchers. Raised on a cattle ranch, the 650 million people around the world made by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife he was up before the Sun and out until who don’t have access to safe drinking Service and the National Oceanic and it came down. During his youth, Bert water, urging leaders to focus on ways Atmospheric Administration, the Bu- achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as a in which we can increase access to safe, reau of Reclamation is required to op- member of Boy Scout troop 101. sanitary water. This is appropriate, but erate pumps in California’s water sys- At Merced High School, Bert was the it is long overdue. tem under what I believe are scientif- drum major in band and played basket- On the Web site, waterday.us, it ically flawed provisions, biological ball. After high school, Bert studied at states: ‘‘Water stress is the impact a opinions, which have lost, as a result, Stanford University and obtained his lack of water has on a particular sector hundreds of thousands of acre-feet of bachelor of science degree in agricul- or population. Water stress affects nu- water. tural economics from UC-Davis. trition, public health, environmental This year, if the Federal agencies had During his college years, Bert met services, housing and urban growth, operated within the flexibility provided Nancy Magnuson, whom he fell in love and national security.’’ even in those flawed biological opin- with and later married in 1957. They re- b 1030 ions, San Joaquin Valley communities mained married for over 58 years and could have been provided an additional raised three children who would follow And national security is directly re- 2- to 300,000 acre-feet of additional the family tradition of ranching and lated to our ability to grow food to en- water. In addition to that, that would farming. sure that American consumers are have benefited over 400,000 households. Bert spent most of his life farming independent and have sufficient nutri- As a result of the drought and the in- walnuts, which he ventured into in the tion for their daily consumption. ability to capture water that is flowing early 1970s after his early career in the Water, therefore, is a resource issue in the system, over 600,000 acres of beef industry. Bert went on to own and of the future not only for our Nation, prime productive agricultural land operate a successful walnut-processing but throughout the world. These im- have gone unplanted, and we have seen plant. pacts of not having a reliable and safe families impacted. Families that lit- Bert lived an impressive and inspira- water supply are all too familiar for erally do not have access to water have tional life. He was known to have rid- those of us who live in the San Joaquin had to bottle in water. den horses with Ronald Reagan, was Valley in California and my colleagues There is a very certain human toll— extremely involved in the community, who represent that area. the impact—that is taking place to and had a passion for health care. So while I believe it is fitting and ap- provide highly uncertain benefits for He led fundraising events for Mercy propriate that we recognize that there species. This is unacceptable, it is Hospital and was instrumental in the is a nationwide and worldwide issue re- avoidable, and it is immoral. development of the Mercy Cancer Cen- garding our water resources and how I urge the Federal agencies to take ter. Bert served on the Merced County we manage them—with the planet hav- action to do experimental increases in Planning Commission for 28 years. His ing 7 billion people last year and by the pumping with increased detection and service to his community, agriculture, middle of this century another 2 bil- monitoring so we can find out if, in and research is one of great respect and lion, or 9 billion people—we need to fact, delta smelt and salmon traveling integrity. look at both short-term and long-term through the delta are even being Bert valued and treasured the time comprehensive solutions to our water harmed by the exact pumping levels he was able to spend with his family needs not just throughout the world, under discussion. above all else. He is survived by his but here in the United States, specifi- So while I appreciate the comprehen- loving wife, Nancy, and his three chil- cally, in California. sive plan the administration is trying dren and seven grandchildren.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.006 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1502 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 Mr. Speaker, please join me in hon- lots, navigators, aerologists, gunners, bers of Congress, including fellow oring the life of Bert Stephen Crane for and radio operators since 1941. Texas Representative PETE OLSON, his unwavering leadership and recog- NASCC was founded in 1938 under the Representative JOE WILSON of South nizing his accomplishments and out- 75th Congress to train new pilots and Carolina, and Senator JOHN MCCAIN of standing contributions to the commu- technical crew to bolster our Nation’s Arizona. nity. God bless him always. air forces. The air base serves the Some NASCC grads are not content HONORING JAMES ‘‘JIM’’ WEST, A BELOVED southeastern portion of the United to remain in the blue skies of the LEADER IN THE MODESTO COMMUNITY States, from Texas to Florida, and Earth. Many astronauts who led the Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise trains naval aviators nationwide along charge into space after getting their today to acknowledge and honor the with other pilots from our foreign al- wings at NASCC include Neil Arm- life of a beloved leader in the Modesto lies. strong and John Glenn. community, James ‘‘Jim’’ West, who Today NASCC is not just a naval Other notable graduates include died at the age of 81 on Sunday, March base. It includes tenant commands for game show host Bob Barker, actor Ty- 13, 2016, surrounded by his loving fam- the U.S. Army, Coast Guard, and U.S. rone Power, Vice Admiral James ily. Customs and Border Protection. Stockdale, and Medal of Honor winner Jim was born on January 22, 1935, to The Corpus Christi Army depot re- Edward ‘‘Butch’’ O’Hare. Donald and Ruby West. He grew up in builds and updates rotary winged air- The Navy’s distinguished flying the heart of the Central Valley, Mo- craft—helicopters—and is saving our team, the Blue Angels, were country millions of dollars. The depot desto, California, and graduated from headquartered in Corpus Christi until facility and other tenants make the Modesto High School in 1953. 1955. Today, CNATRA, the Chief of Jim furthered his education at Menlo base extremely cost effective for both Naval Air Training, now Admiral Bull, the Army, Navy, and taxpayers. College before attending Kansas State based in NASCC, commands the Blue The Department of Homeland Secu- University, where he obtained his bach- Angels. rity and Customs and Border Patrol op- The people of the United States owe elor’s degree in feed technology. erate a variety of aircraft from the much to the graduates of NASCC. In 1958, Jim joined the thriving and base, including predator drones These heroes have fought for our coun- successful company his grandfather surveilling our border, which is great try since the construction of the base had started in 1909, the J.S. West Mill- because we have a new generation of in 1941. ing Company. The family-owned busi- pilots interacting with UAVs getting I believe it is important to not only ness is known for their production of their training at NASCC. honor the men and women in uniform eggs, feed, and propane. NASCC’s current commander officer who serve at bases like NASCC and Through years of hard work and dedi- is Captain Randolph F. Pierson, who those around the country, but also to cation, Jim became shareholder, sec- joins a long line of leaders to serve in honor their families and the civilian retary, and vice president of the J.S. Corpus Christi. workers who make it all possible. West Milling Company board. Jim’s During World War II, it was said Due to its importance to our country reputation as an honest businessman there wasn’t a naval aviator who during World War II and over the years helped build the J.S. West Milling hadn’t earned their wings at the air until today, it is my privilege to let Company’s successful and trustworthy station. These World War II naval avi- you know about NASCC. name. ators were critical members of the U.S. After 75 years of operation, the Naval Jim was also dedicated to improving military, giving the U.S. an edge in Air Station is still training pilots, still the community he lived in. He was ac- battles across the Pacific and over Eu- serving the country, and still being a tive in several industry and civic rope with our superior air power. symbol of pride to Texas and the entire groups, most notably as president of It was American air power, combined Nation. the Pacific Egg and Poultry Associa- with U.S. naval power, that played a f tion in 1993 and chairman of the Amer- critical role in turning back the tide of ican Egg Board in 1997. Japanese at the Battle of Midway. PUTIN’S INFLUENCE IN EUROPE He was an active member of the It was American air power that dealt The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Western Poultry Scholarship and Re- a decisive blow against the Japanese in Chair recognizes the gentleman from search Foundation, Memorial Hospital the Battle of the Philippine Sea, win- Utah (Mr. STEWART) for 5 minutes. Foundation, Delta Blood Bank, and ning one of the last largest air battles Mr. STEWART. Mr. Speaker, in the Modesto Junior College Foundation. He in history. tumult of a Presidential election, a lot was also a proud member of the Mo- After World War II, it was American of important and newsworthy events desto Rotary since 1969 and later air power that flew food supplies to the don’t get enough attention. served as president. starving people of Berlin during the One such event last week was the Jim had a genuine love for the people Berlin Airlift. Czech Republic’s release of Ali Fayyad, and the community he worked tire- This was all accomplished with grad- a dangerous Hezbollah terrorist who lessly to help. He was known for his uates of the Corpus Christi University was indicted in 2014 by the United kindness, generosity, and strong family of Air, NASCC. States for conspiracy to kill officers values. Succeeding Jim are his wife of Today the training program is ap- and employees of the United States. 44 years, Jessie West, their two sons, proximately 18 months and, due to the The United States had requested Mr. and three daughters. increased complexity of modern air- Fayyad’s extradition to the United Mr. Speaker, please join me in hon- craft, it just takes longer. Six hundred States, and the Czech courts had ap- oring and recognizing the life of Jim people per year are trained at the facil- proved that extradition request. But West for his unwavering leadership, ity and go on to serve their country in the Czech Minister of Justice, who is many accomplishments, and contribu- the U.S. Navy and Marines as pilots, aligned with Vladimir Putin, refused to tions to the community. God bless him engineers, and technical crew. honor that decision and released this always. These folks learn skills through the terrorist. f program that propel them through a Fayyad has deep ties with the Rus- successful life in the military and a sian black market for weapons and was NASCC 75TH ANNIVERSARY successful life in the private sector an adviser to the former President of The SPEAKER pro tempore. The after their service ends. Ukraine and a close ally of Vladimir Chair recognizes the gentleman from Some of the notable flyers who have Putin. Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD) for 5 minutes. earned their wings at NASCC include It appeared at one point that Mr. Mr. FARENTHOLD. Mr. Speaker, I former President George H.W. Bush, Fayyad was exchanged for several rise today to recognize the Naval Air who was in the third graduating class. Czech nationals being held hostage in Station at Corpus Christi as it cele- He was commissioned just 3 days before Lebanon, but journalists have since brates its 75th anniversary this month. his 19th birthday. shown that the hostage situation was a NASCC or, as it was once known, the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi sham staged by his family and defense University of Air, has been training pi- graduates also include several Mem- team.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.008 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1503 This episode is significant for several focus on selected political leaders. It pro- leadership through meaningful sanctions was reasons. First, Mr. Fayyad’s presence vides additional information about Russian a political imperative outweighing economic and influence in Central Europe are yet influence through ties with European far- disruption and discomfort. Observers further more evidence—as if we needed more— right parties. Please contact me if you have note that action must at times be viewed questions or would like additional informa- separately from rhetoric and political that Iran, through its proxies like tion. ‘‘doublespeak’’ that may be aimed at a do- Hezbollah, has tentacles throughout Introduction mestic audience. world. One of the main ways analysts have to The Czech Republic More importantly, the event dem- gauge Russian influence in Central and East- Opinions on Russia and the Ukraine crisis onstrates Vladimir Putin’s increasing ern Europe is by looking at the reactions of among Czech political elites are fractured. influence with an important member of regional political leaders to the conflict in At one end of the spectrum is the pro-Krem- NATO. And it is not just the Czech Re- Ukraine and European Union (EU) debates lin position of Czech President Milosˇ Zeman, public. about Ukraine-related sanctions against which appears to accept Russia’s claims This is a trend, and it is more con- Russia. While some patterns may be dis- about the conflict and opposes all sanctions. cerning. Mr. Putin appears to be quiet- cerned, it is difficult to assess the degree to In June 2014, Zeman stated, ‘‘I cannot see ly undermining NATO by leveraging which various data points are directly at- any reason why to isolate the Russian Fed- tributable to Russian influence, as opposed eration from the European Union, why to his cronies in influential positions in a to a variety of other factors and interests. speak about sanctions, blockade, and embar- number of European nations. Economic relationships and energy ties can go. There is a chance of increasing the level Several months ago I asked the Con- be expressed in monetary amounts, but less of our cooperation. . .’’ At the other end of gressional Research Service to look straightforward is how to translate such fig- the spectrum is the position of the center- into the connections between Putin ures into identifiable political and policy in- right opposition TOP 09 party, led by former and high-ranking officials in Europe, fluence. Other aspects of Russian influence Foreign Minister Karel Schwarzenberg, particularly NATO members. The find- can be even more difficult to quantify. Rus- which has advocated tougher sanctions and ings are alarming. sian involvement in political and corporate providing military aid to Ukraine. dealings is not always a transparent process In between them is the view characterized The report tracks pro-Russian rhet- that is reflected in available open source in- by Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka of the oric and actions of leaders in the Czech formation, frequently making for some de- center-left Social Democratic Party, who ac- Republic and Slovakia and Hungary as gree of speculation when seeking to reach cepted sanctions but sought exemptions well as the increasingly evident ideo- conclusions about the motivations driving based on economic interests and called for logical link between Europe’s far-right various statements and actions. early removal of the measures. Following parties and the leadership of Russia. Overall, attitudes toward Russia in Central the adoption of wider EU sanctions in July and Eastern Europe are colored by historical 2014, Sobotka stated, ‘‘Neither for the Euro- b 1045 experiences, geographic proximity, economic pean Union, nor for Russia, is it favorable to Mr. Speaker, though I won’t read the ties, and energy dependence. Many officials get into a drawn-out trade war and that entire report at this time, I will in- and analysts in Central and Eastern Europe some new economic and political Iron Cur- relate that they have not been especially tain appears on Ukraine’s eastern border.’’ clude it in the RECORD. surprised by Russia’s actions in Ukraine and There is also a multilateralist view charac- I say all this, recognizing that Russia assert that their past efforts to convey con- terized by Foreign Minister Lubomir is a much more proximate threat to cerns about President Putin’s revanchist am- Zaora´ lek, who argued that the Czech Repub- our European allies than they are to bitions went largely unheeded in the United lic should belong to the EU mainstream and us. It would be foolish not to acknowl- States and Western Europe. In light of Euro- support the sanctions as an efficient tool. edge that European leaders are in a dif- pean history, especially the Soviet Union’s The Czech foreign and defense ministries ferent position than we are. The demo- domination of the region during the Com- ‘‘view Russia as a country which is cratic institutions that we take for munist era, Russian influence in Central and destabilising the European security architecture and . . . making attempts to revise the granted are still fragile in many of Eastern Europe is not a new phenomenon brought on in relation to the Ukraine crisis. international order,’’ whereas ‘‘the minister these countries, and Putin knows that. In 2009, for example, analysts alleged that for industry and trade sees Russia as a key However, what makes it all the more Czech President Va´ clav Klaus, influenced by non-EU economic partner for the Czech Re- important is the fact that we, as the Moscow, worked to destabilize the Czech public, with whom cooperation needs to be world’s superpower, do more than offer government and undermine passage of the enhanced.’’ Prime Minister Sobotka has at- simple condemnations of Putin’s ac- EU’s Lisbon Treaty. tempted to balance these competing view- tions. As the Visegra´ d Four (V4) group, Poland, points, but the splits have left the Czech gov- Both the House and the Senate held the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary ernment without a clear stance on Russia. have attempted to engage in regional co- Two-thirds of the natural gas consumed in hearings last year exploring Russian operation with one another on a range of the Czech Republic comes from Russia, ac- propaganda efforts. This was a good issues, and to form common positions on for- counting for nearly 15% of the country’s pri- start, but now we need to dig deeper to eign policy and EU matters. The countries mary energy supply. In the context of sanc- understand all of the levels of Russian have struggled to find any group coherence tions and Russia’s economic slowdown, the pressure, including agents of Russian with regard to Russia and the conflict in Czech economy has been negatively affected influence who occupy high political of- Ukraine, however. Poland’s consistent and by a substantial decline in Russian imports fices and own national and regional forceful advocacy of a robust response to of Czech goods and reduced numbers of Rus- media outlets. Russia’s actions made it something of an sian tourists visiting the Czech Republic. outlier in Central and Eastern Europe. Russia accounts for only 4% of Czech exports More than anything, we need the Whether owing to a desire to preserve energy and 0.3% of foreign investment in the Czech President to get off of the sidelines and and economic ties with Russia, concerns Republic, however. By contrast, over 80% of show that he is serious about coun- about provoking Russia further, or the per- Czech exports go to EU countries, and the tering Putin. That could start with a ception that Russia’s actions in Ukraine are Czech economy is tied most closely to Ger- serious effort to determine who cooper- distant and do not pose a direct threat to many. ated with Russia in releasing Mr. their countries, the governments of the President Zeman and Deputy Prime Min- Fayyad, and then issue targeted sanc- Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary have ister/Finance Minister Andrej Babisˇ, in par- tions on those officials. tended to be more ambiguous and reserved ticular, have been recently cited by one on the topic. Some observers note that at prominent commentator as leading politi- Mr. Fayyad is likely to continue times the leaders of these countries appear cians who ‘‘frequently echo or repeat Rus- plotting to harm the U.S., and his re- to have prioritized short-term national eco- sian slogans.’’ Zeman previously served as lease isn’t a simple oversight that we nomic interests over wider strategic con- prime minister from 1998–2002 at the head of should ignore. cerns. the Social Democratic Party, which he left Nevertheless, while many in the V4 coun- in 2007, before he became the Czech Repub- MEMORANDUM tries and elsewhere in Europe may remain lic’s first popularly elected president in 2013 DECEMBER 8, 2015. skeptical about the wisdom and utility of (the president was formerly chosen by par- To: Representative Chris Stewart. sanctions as an attempt to deter Russia’s ac- liament). The powers of the Czech presidency Subject: Pro-Russia Viewpoints Among Se- tions in Ukraine, the measures have been are largely ceremonial, and the power to lead lected Leaders in Central and Eastern adopted by the unanimous agreement of all the government falls squarely on the prime Europe. 28 EU member states. Observers assert that minister. Nevertheless, the president is the This memorandum responds to your re- this consensus was based on a common as- commander-in-chief of the armed forces, ex- quest for information about Russian influ- sessment by the member state governments erts an influence on foreign policy, and ence in Central and Eastern Europe, with a that sending a strong message to Russia’s makes a number of formal appointments to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:56 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.009 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 the central bank and judiciary. Some ana- Babisˇ grew Agrofert into an agriculture, Fico has been prime minister since 2012, and lysts assert that Zeman has sought to push food, and chemical giant that is now the previously from 2006–2010, at the head of the the boundaries of his powers to influence Czech Republic’s fourth-largest company and center-left Direction-Social Democracy government policy and legislation. has over 200 subsidiaries of its own. Babisˇ has party (SMERSD). Fico (with Czech President Although Zeman has also been strongly been accused of using his government posi- Zeman) was one of only two European lead- pro-EU and supported close security ties tion to benefit his private business interests, ers to attend events in Moscow in May 2015 with the United States through NATO, his for example in a May 2015 parliamentary commemorating the 70th anniversary of the history of outspoken statements has labeled vote to continue state subsidies of biofuels, a end of World War II, and returned to Moscow him as one of the most pro-Russian leaders policy of strong benefit to Agrofert. in June 2015 with a government delegation to in Europe. He has condemned the EU sanc- In 2013, Agrofert acquired the MAFRA discuss economic and energy ties. Analysts tions against Russia, strongly criticized the media group, housing two of the country’s and commentators asserted that these visits Ukrainian government’s approach to the most widely read newspapers, most popular played into Russian propaganda by allowing conflict, and termed the conflict in Ukraine radio station, and a leading television chan- the Kremlin to show it has partners in Eu- a ‘‘civil war.’’ Analysts assert that such nel. Observers assert that these media out- rope who are inclined toward cooperation, statements have countered and undermined lets have subsequently avoided any criticism undermining U.S. and European attempts to the Czech government and foreign ministry of Babisˇ, promoted his activities, and in- portray Russia as diplomatically isolated. and threatened to alienate Czech allies in creased criticism of political opponents. Slovakia is one of the EU countries most NATO, including the United States, and its Some analysts have argued that Babisˇ com- exposed economically to Russia: Slovakia partners in the EU. bination of political, economic, and media depends on Russia for 98% of the natural gas In May 2015, Zeman, who speaks fluent power threatens the stability of the Czech it consumes (accounting for over 27% of the Russian, defied calls for the diplomatic isola- Republic’s democratic institutions. In March country’s primary energy supply), imports tion of Russia by joining Slovak Prime Min- 2015, Prime Minister Sobotka told his party’s oil and nuclear fuel from Russia, and its ister Fico as one of the few European leaders congress: state budget relies to a significant extent on attending the 70th anniversary commemora- ‘‘The problem is, however, that Andrej revenue from transit fees associated with tion of the end of World War II in Moscow. Babisˇ, chairman of our coalition partner, did Russian gas (via Ukraine). Slovakia is the Opposition leaders asserted that the visit not give up his economic and media influ- main conduit for Russian gas to Europe. In seemed ‘‘choreographed by Kremlin propa- ence after he became deputy prime minister September 2014, Slovakia began providing gandists,’’ with President Putin com- and finance minister. He now concentrates gas supplies to Ukraine, leading Russia to menting, ‘‘I want to say that it pleases us political, economic and media power whose cut gas flows to Slovakia by a reported 50% that there are still leaders in Europe who are extent has been unprecedented in this coun- the following month. The Slovak military able to express their opinion, and who follow try since 1989. He is at permanent risk of also remains heavily dependent on Russian an independent political line.’’ conflict of interest.’’ armaments. At the same time, Russia ac- While some observers maintain that Babisˇ’ past has also caused controversy. counts for only 3–4% of Slovakia’s exports, Zeman is on balance an outspoken person- The Czech Republic maintains a ‘‘lustration with the vast majority going to other EU ality who is not afraid to speak his mind, law’’ passed in 1991 to keep former high-level countries. others point to his close ties with business- communists and secret police collaborators Fico drew particular attention in June 2014 men connected to Russia as a potential out of top government posts. Babisˇ has been when he compared the idea of U.S. and NATO source of influence. Martin Nejedly´ , the head waging a court battle with Slovakia’s Na- troops being stationed in Slovakia to the of Russian energy company Lukoil’s Czech tion’s Memory Institute, which oversees 1968 Warsaw Pact invasion of Czecho- subsidiary, and Miroslav Slouf, a lobbyist for communist-era secret police files. With slovakia: ‘‘I cannot imagine that there would Lukoil, reportedly financed much of Zeman’s Babisˇ’ secret police file having gone missing be foreign soldiers on our territory in the presidential campaign, were part of his cam- long ago, the institute presented a case in form of some bases...Slovakia has its histor- paign team, and remain close advisers. 2013 piecing together files it asserted as cir- ical experience with participation of foreign Zeman has also previously asserted that he cumstantial evidence that Babisˇ was an in- troops. Let us remember the 1968 invasion. is a ‘‘long-time friend’’ of Vladimir Yakunin, formant code named ‘‘Buresˇ.’’ In June 2014, a Therefore this topic is extraordinarily sen- a former KGB agent who was head of Russian Slovak judge ruled in favor of removing sitive to us.’’ Railways and a close associate and ally of Babisˇ from the list of secret police collabo- Analysts assert that Slovak attitudes to- President Putin until his retirement earlier rators after two former agents testified in ward Russia are a complicated mixture of in- this year. Yakunin was included on the list his defense, finding there was not suffi- terests and emotions that make it hard to of Russian officials placed under U.S. sanc- ciently clear documentary evidence of delib- understand and predict Slovak policy toward tions following the annexation of Crimea. erate collaboration. The institute is report- Russia. Some analysts perceive Fico’s Russia Andrej Babisˇ is reportedly the Czech Re- edly continuing the investigation, however, policy as an attempt to balance the com- public’s second-richest man, worth an esti- after an appeals court ruled the agents’ tes- peting imperatives of relations with NATO mated $2.4 billion. Babisˇ, who is of Slovak timony inadmissible. Allegations of Babisˇ’ and the EU with Slovakia’s energy and eco- origin, founded the ANO party (ANO stands ties to communist-era security and intel- nomic relationship with Russia, while at- for Action of Dissatisfied Citizens in Czech, ligence agencies are additionally fueled by tempting to appeal to public opinion, busi- although ‘‘ano’’ also means ‘‘yes’’ in Czech) his close association with Agrofert board ness interests, and a Russophile wing of his in 2011, initially as a personal political vehi- chairman Libor Sˇ iroky´ , a former member of party. For example, Fico has criticized EU cle. Promoting populist, anti-corruption a Czechoslovak secret police unit that had sanctions but not blocked them, and he messages, ANO came in second place in the close ties with the KGB. strongly criticized Ukrainian measures that 2013 Czech election, and Babisˇ became deputy Babisˇ has repeatedly criticized the EU have threatened the flow of gas, but also pro- prime minister and finance minister in a co- sanctions against Russia, and has been var- vided ‘‘reverse flow’’ gas supplies to Ukraine. alition government led by Prime Minister iously quoted stating that NATO ‘‘cannot Moscow opposes the ‘‘reverse flow’’ of gas Sobotka’s Social Democrats. Babisˇ has con- stay on this idea that Russia is the biggest from Europe back to Ukraine and considers tinued to position himself and his party as problem,’’ ‘‘Ukraine is not ready for the Eu- it illegal. outsiders to the Czech political establish- ropean Union and Ukraine was always under Overall, national economic interests ap- ment, and as a ‘‘movement’’ that eludes left- the influence of Russia,’’ and, with regard to pear to be paramount in Fico’s approach. right characterization rather than a political responsibility for Crimea and the conflict in Slovakia did not block the expansion of EU party (ANO belongs to the centrist-liberal Ukraine, ‘‘What is true or not true, who sanctions in July 2014 after securing exemp- Alliance of Liberals and Democrats, ALDE, knows?’’ Babisˇ has asserted that such skep- tions for sectors important to its economy in the European Parliament). With recent ticism is a legitimate part of the European (such as the export of automobiles to Rus- polls showing ANO to be the Czech Repub- debate and that he and his party are strongly sia), but Fico has maintained that his gov- lic’s most popular party and Babisˇ its most pro-NATO and pro-EU, refuting allegations ernment might ‘‘reject certain sanctions trusted politician, he is considered a leading that he is ‘‘pro-Russian’’ or has secretive ties that would hurt national interests.’’ Fol- possibility for prime minister following the to Russia. Nevertheless, with Babisˇ consid- lowing the adoption of the wider EU sanc- 2017 election. The intersection between Babisˇ’ continued ered a possible future prime minister of the tions and the announcement of Russia’s re- business interests and his political career Czech Republic, his oligarchic profile and taliatory measures, Fico stated, ‘‘Why has been controversial. In the early 1990s, communist-era past, combined with his should we jeopardize the EU economy that while an executive with the state-owned statements on sanctions and the Ukraine cri- begins to grow? If there is a crisis situation, trading company Petrimex, Babisˇ took over sis, have caused speculation and concern it should be solved by other means than ownership and control of a newly founded about possible Russian connections and in- meaningless sanctions. Who profits from the Petrimex subsidiary, Agrofert, using a still- fluence. EU economy decreasing, Russia’s economy undisclosed source of foreign financing chan- Slovakia having trouble, and Ukraine economically on neled through Switzerland. Reportedly aided Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has its knees?’’ by the use of political connections to acquire been an outspoken critic of EU sanctions Hungary state-owned enterprises using state-guaran- against Russia and has pursued cordial rela- Alongside Hungary’s commitment to teed loans that were not always paid back, tions with Moscow during his time in office. NATO and a close security partnership with

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:06 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.005 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1505 the United States, the government of Prime Republic of Poland (SRP) and Polish ganizations, and think tanks, and providing Minister Viktor Orban has emphasized that Falanga. support to friendly media outlets. Russian it has other foreign policy interests, includ- Elsewhere in Europe, pro-Russia positions diplomacy also offers far-right parties access ing building closer relations with Russia. are held by: France’s National Front (FN); to political networks, including by spon- Some analysts assert that the Hungarian Italy’s Lega Nord and the New Force party soring forums and conferences that develop government appears to be the most ‘‘pro- in Italy; the National Democratic Party of and coordinate national doctrines and poli- Russian’’ government of the NATO and EU Germany (NPD); the Freedom Party of Aus- cies and encourage the formation of party countries. Although Hungary is still a de- tria (FPO¨ ); the Flemish Interest (VB) party groups or families. To some extent, analysts mocracy and Russia is not, ideological simi- in Belgium; the Order and Justice (TT) party attribute ties between a number of European larities between Prime Minister Orban and in Lithuania; Golden Dawn in Greece; the far-right parties and parallels in the policies President Putin contribute to cordial rela- Nationalist Party of Bulgaria (NPB) and Bul- of parties in a range of countries to this type tions to a certain extent: both leaders have garia’s Ataka Party; and the British Na- of Russian-sponsored network-building. been organizing their respective states in tional Party (BNP). contrast to the ‘‘liberal, Western model,’’ While many of these parties remain well on f the fringes of their countries’ political scene, with Orban naming Russia (along with ¨ RECESS Singapore, China, India, and Turkey) in a Jobbik, FPO, FN, Golden Dawn, Lega Nord July 2014 speech as the type of state model and TT have had significant electoral suc- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- likely to be successful in the future. In addi- cesses in winning seats in national par- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair tion, Putin’s doctrine of ‘‘protecting’’ ethnic liaments and the European Parliament. Analysts assert that supporting far-right declares the House in recess until noon Russian populations that live outside the parties serves as a way for Russia to work today. borders of Russia closely evokes the nation- against European unity. Among other ele- Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 46 alist view in Hungary of ethnic Hungarian ments of far-right ideology (typically includ- minorities that live outside the borders of minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- ing some combination of extreme nation- the country. According to some Western ob- cess. alism, ‘‘law and order’’ and the preservation servers, Hungary has played an unhelpful of ‘‘traditional’’ conservative or family val- f role in the Ukraine crisis by advocating ues, and anti-immigrant, anti-Semitic, or greater autonomy for a region of western anti-Islam sentiments), most of these parties b 1200 Ukraine inhabited by approximately 150,000 tend to be anti-establishment and anti-EU. ethnic Hungarians. Breaking with European AFTER RECESS Some can be characterized as anti-NATO/ attempts to portray Russia as diplomatically U.S. or isolationist, and some focus on prob- The recess having expired, the House isolated, Orban hosted Putin in a state visit lems with neighboring countries. Jobbik, for was called to order by the Speaker at in February 2015. Orban has been prime min- example, in addition to promoting strongly noon. ister since 2010, and previously from 1998– anti-Roma, anti-Semitic, xenophobic, and 2002, at the head of the conservative Fidesz anti-Western stances, promotes the idea that f party. Slovakia and Romania are enemies of Hun- Hungary has considerable ties to Russia in PRAYER gary due to the ethnic Hungarian minorities the energy sector. Russia provides over 76% living across the border in those countries. Rabbi John Linder, Temple Solel, of the natural gas consumed in Hungary, ac- Although direct evidence of Russian finan- Paradise Valley, Arizona, offered the counting for one quarter of the country’s pri- cial support for far-right parties remains for mary energy supply, and Hungary was a following prayer: the most part difficult to identify, there is a God of all people and all under- strong supporter of Gazprom’s now-cancelled widespread belief that Russia has covertly South Stream pipeline that would have standing, give us strength and reason funneled money to parties such as the FN during these perilous times; bring con- crossed Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, and Slo- and Jobbik. In November 2014, news outlets venia (bypassing Ukraine) to reach Austria reported the discovery that the FN had re- solation to the bereaved in Belgium. Be and Italy. Russia also supplies the fuel for ceived a potentially illegal Ö9 million loan with our public servants here as they Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant, which from a Russian bank with close ties to Presi- represent these great United States. provides about 40% of the country’s elec- dent Putin. Jobbik has also long been under Collectively, brothers and sisters, tricity. Under a controversial deal reached in suspicion of receiving Russian (and Iranian) early 2014, Russia will loan Hungary Ö10 bil- you are a tapestry of America, a beau- money, and the party’s finances have been tiful quilt of diversity, the best of who lion to finance the construction by Russia’s questioned in the Hungarian Parliament and state-owned Rosatom of two new units at the we can be. Our respective faiths remind investigated by the Hungarian government. us that the measure of society is how Paks plant. After publishing an annual budget of ap- Although it joined its EU partners in con- proximately $10,000 per year for 2004–2008, we treat the most vulnerable: the or- demning the annexation of Crimea as illegal, Jobbik ran a well-financed campaign in the phan, the widow, the stranger in our and signed on to the multiple rounds of sanc- 2009 European Parliament election and re- midst. tions imposed against Russia by the EU, portedly spent over $100,000 in the 2010 na- God bless the Members of this House, Hungary has been among the countries most tional election, when it won nearly 16% of reluctant to impose sanctions in response to their families and staff, and all those the vote. Analysts argued that the sudden in- Russia’s actions in the Ukraine conflict. In workers who humbly serve to care for crease in funding could not have been due to an August 2014 interview, just two weeks and protect these hallowed Halls. domestic contributions. As Jobbik began after the adoption of expanded sectoral EU May these deliberations reflect the running a nationwide party operation, it also sanctions and one week after the announce- abandoned its previous anti-Russian rhetoric best of humanity, honoring the divine ment of retaliatory Russian measures to advocate both good relations with Russia spark in one another. ‘‘Long may our against European food products, Prime Min- and Hungary leaving the EU to join Russia’s land be bright, with freedom’s holy ister Orban called for a re-think of the EU’s Eurasian Union. Jobbik now receives a state light,’’ as we continue to shine as a sanctions, stating, ‘‘The sanctions policy allowance allotted to parties in parliament pursued by the West, that is, ourselves, a beacon of hope to those within our bor- and has an official budget of over $2.3 mil- necessary consequence of which has been ders and around the world. lion. Suspicions of additional private financ- what the Russians are doing, causes more Amen. ing from abroad persist, however. A poten- harm to us than to Russia . . . In politics, tially key figure in Jobbik’s ties to Moscow f this is called shooting oneself in the foot.’’ is Bela Kova´ cs, a Jobbik Member of the Eu- Although Russia is Hungary’s largest non- ropean Parliament who played a central role THE JOURNAL EU trading partner, with Hungarian exports in the party’s rise in 2009 and has been a to Russia represent less than 3% of Hun- The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- vocal supporter of Russia in the European gary’s total exports. The Hungarian econ- ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- Parliament. In October 2015, the European omy is tied much more closely to the Ger- ceedings and announces to the House Parliament granted a request by the Hun- man economy. his approval thereof. garian government to lift Kova´ cs’ immunity Russia and European Far-Right Parties from arrest in order to face allegations of Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- In recent years, there has been an increas- spying for Russia. nal stands approved. ingly evident ideological link between Euro- Russian support for far-right parties is not f pean far-right parties and the leadership of merely financial. The Russian government Russia. Far-right parties in V4 countries has also been proactive in offering organiza- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE that now take openly pro-Russia positions tional expertise, political know-how, and include: Jobbik in Hungary; the Slovak Na- media assistance to parties on Europe’s far- The SPEAKER. Will the gentleman tional Party (SNS) and People’s Party Our right. Russian support has reportedly in- from North Carolina (Mr. Slovakia (L’SNS); the Czech Workers’ Party cluded establishing and coordinating pro- BUTTERFIELD) come forward and lead of Social Justice (DSSS); Self-Defense of the Russian parties, non-governmental civil or- the House in the Pledge of Allegiance.

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Department of Health and Human promise that comes with it. f Services is insisting on a regulation f WELCOMING RABBI JOHN LINDER that requires the Sisters to offer benefits that violate their religious beliefs. HONORING THE LIFE OF DEPUTY The SPEAKER. Without objection, The administration claims to have CARL KOONTZ the gentleman from Arizona (Mr. offered them an ‘‘accommodation,’’ but (Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana asked and GALLEGO) is recognized for 1 minute. it is just a fig leaf. So this is the choice was given permission to address the There was no objection. that they are facing: either violate House for 1 minute and to revise and Mr. GALLEGO. Mr. Speaker, it is my your faith, or pay up to $70 million a extend her remarks.) distinct honor to recognize my good year in fines. Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speak- friend, Rabbi John Linder, as the guest Mr. Speaker, there is no good reason er, I rise today to honor the life of Dep- chaplain today. for any of this. A full one-third of the uty Carl Koontz, who was shot and Throughout his life, Rabbi Linder has American people are exempt from this killed Sunday while serving a warrant. demonstrated commendable commit- regulation, so why insist that the Sis- A 3-year veteran of the Howard Coun- ment to his family, to his faith, and to ters, of all people, follow it? There are ty Sheriff’s Department, he was more the cause of social justice. other ways to protect people’s health than a deputy; he was a husband to After graduating with honors from that do not violate people’s faith. Kassie, a father to baby Noah, a son, Amherst College, Rabbi Linder spent Mr. Speaker, it is clear to anyone and a friend to his many fellow law en- his early years as a community and with eyes to see that this regulation is forcement officers. labor organizer, and later helped run a violation of the Religious Freedom Yesterday, hundreds of Hoosiers lined his family’s scrap metal recycling busi- Restoration Act. A broad bipartisan the procession route from Indianapolis ness before entering rabbinic school. majority in Congress voted for that back to his hometown of Kokomo to In Arizona, he has demonstrated in- law, and what Congress said was this: pay their respects and honor his sac- spired leadership of Temple Solel, my the burden is not on your faith to obey rifice. temple, which is celebrating its 50th government mandates; the burden is on He was only 27 years old, and in his anniversary this year. the government to respect your faith. short life he served Howard County Rabbi Linder has also continued his Mr. Speaker, that is the very mean- with courage and distinction. He was ing of religious liberty. That is one of work to advance social justice as a passionate about his job as a deputy, our founding principles, and that is leader in the Union for Reform Juda- particularly his role as a school re- why we should do everything we can to ism, the Jewish Family and Children’s source officer for the Northwestern let people live out their faith. That is Services, and many other local service School Corporation, where he was a why many colleagues of mine and I and faith-based organizations. role model as well as a protector of have joined in an amicus brief asking Rabbi Linder is also engaged in build- Hoosier children. the Court to grant the Sisters the re- ing a strong interfaith community in I would also like to recognize Ser- lief that they deserve; and that is why Arizona. He has been instrumental in geant Jordan Buckley, who was also I am here today: to stand in defense of connecting Temple Solel to other shot and injured, and wish him a the Sisters, to stand in defense of the faiths, and he has invited a variety of speedy recovery. law, and to stand in defense of religious other clergy members to participate in Law enforcement officers and first liberty. the temple’s services. responders put their lives on the line Mr. Speaker, please join me in wel- f each and every day. coming Rabbi Linder to the House of TODAY NIAGARA FALLS WILL In memory of Deputy Koontz, I would Representatives and thanking him for RECLAIM ITS WATERFRONT ask everyone to please stand and thank his dedicated service. (Mr. HIGGINS asked and was given all of our officers, the courageous law f permission to address the House for 1 enforcement officers and first responders, for their service and sacrifice be- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER minute.) cause on Sunday, Deputy Koontz paid PRO TEMPORE Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today the people of Niagara Falls will re- the ultimate sacrifice. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. claim what was taken from them 50 f JOLLY). The Chair will entertain up to years ago: access to, arguably, the CELEBRATING SALLIE BALDWIN 15 further requests for 1-minute speech- world’s greatest waterfront, Niagara HOWARD’S 100TH BIRTHDAY es on each side of the aisle. Falls. f Since 1964, the Robert Moses State (Mr. BUTTERFIELD asked and was Parkway has cut off the city from its given permission to address the House LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR waterfront. The highway is one of sev- for 1 minute.) (Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin asked and eral ill-conceived projects rammed Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I was given permission to address the through cities 50 years ago that have rise to celebrate the 100th birthday of House for 1 minute and to revise and kept western New York from realizing Sallie Baldwin Howard, a friend and extend his remarks.) its full economic potential. legendary citizen of Wilson, North Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, Three years ago, I issued a report Carolina. tomorrow the Supreme Court will hear that detailed the role of the New York Tomorrow, Mr. Speaker, Sallie B. arguments in Little Sisters of the Poor Power Authority, which planned the Howard will be honored at a grand v. Burwell, and today, I stand in sup- parkway, evicted homeowners, and birthday celebration at the charter port of the Little Sisters. owns the land on which it sits, justi- school named in her honor, the Sallie Mr. Speaker, this is an order of fying the New York Power Authority’s B. Howard School for the Arts and Edu- Catholic nuns who serve the elderly responsibility to fix what they had bro- cation. poor in 31 countries. We talk a lot ken. Sallie Howard has lived an extraor- about public service up here. Well, Shortly thereafter, work began on dinary life. Her contribution to the these are the people who live it. They the removal of the southern portion, arts and education is immeasurable. are the definition of public service. In and now, as we proposed, the New York Mrs. Howard graduated as valedic- fact, I had the honor of hosting two of Power Authority will fund the next torian from Charles H. Darden High the Sisters at the State of the Union phase, a $42 million project that takes School. She later graduated from address this January, and I was amazed down the parkway and builds up this Kittrell Junior College, the Anderson to hear all the good work that they do. city. School of Dance, New York City’s

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Kaitlin Buckner, 18; Emma Buckner, 6. vast array of talents and expertise to The Tri-Faith Initiative is made up Roswell, New Mexico, August 21, 2015: make a lasting impact on our Nation’s of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic reli- Mere Contreras, 31 years old; Shelly children. gious groups practicing respect, ac- Bird, 25; Damon Oswald-Newman, 19. She is an active member of St. John ceptance, and trust. Omaha’s Temple Indianapolis, Indiana, February 20, AME Zion Church. Israel, Countryside Community 2014: Walter Burnell, 47; Jacob Mr. Speaker, the founder and execu- Church, and the American Muslim In- Rodemich, 43; Kristy Mae Sanchez, 22; tive director of the Howard School, Dr. stitute literally work side by side to Hayley Navarra, 21. JoAnne Woodard, remarks of Mrs. realize the dream of three houses of Chesapeake, Virginia, January 27, Howard that she is a ‘‘phenomenal worship on adjacent land. 2016: Doris Dooley, 74 years old; Lori woman who inspires us to be our best.’’ In three-part harmony, Tri-Faith Dooley, 54; Todd Dooley, 50; Landon I ask my colleagues today to join me strives to challenge stereotypes, learn Dooley, 22; Brooke Dooley, 17. in celebrating Sallie B. Howard’s 100 from each other, and counter the Oakland, Maine, November 4, 2015: years of life and recognizing her self- flames of fear and misunderstanding. Amanda Bragg, 30 years old; Michael less service to humanity. This initiative couldn’t come at a more Muzerolle, 29; Amy Derosby, 28. f critical time in our history. f America’s greatness begins with its IN MEMORY OF ANN PRIDE HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE diversity. I am beyond proud that my OF POLICE OFFICER SCOT FITZ- hometown is home to this most impor- (Mr. HILL asked and was given per- GERALD tant melting pot. Jews, Christians, and mission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his re- (Mr. LAHOOD asked and was given Muslims working and praying side by permission to address the House for 1 side, that is America. marks.) Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today minute.) f in honor of the life of Ann Pride, a be- Mr. LAHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise loved daughter of Arkansas and a good today to honor the life of a policeman b 1215 PRESIDENT’S BIZARRE TRIP TO friend. who was tragically taken from us too Ann served as the director of Federal CUBA soon. Government Relations at Entergy, In my district of South Jacksonville, (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina where she had been employed since Illinois, Police Officer Scot Fitzgerald asked and was given permission to ad- 1991. She worked closely with the en- was on duty on the evening of Friday, dress the House for 1 minute and to retire Arkansas delegation to support en- March 4, responding to a call for med- vise and extend his remarks.) ergy programs for low-income Arkan- ical assistance, when his car was hit by Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. sans. an ambulance. The 32-year-old father of Speaker, in a letter to the President, Ann dedicated her life to serving the two passed away several hours later. House Foreign Affairs Committee people of Arkansas and previously In his funeral procession, hundreds of Chairman ED ROYCE revealed, ‘‘Since served as staff to Representative Bill citizens and admirers came to remem- your administration announced nor- Alexander and Senator David Pryor, ber the officer who had personally malized relations with Havana, the re- first during his term as Governor of Ar- aided them in times of need. gime’s repression of basic human rights kansas and later in the United States Sobering events like this remind us has gone from bad to worse. In the first Senate. that our law enforcement officers put 2 months of 2016 alone, the Cuban Com- Ann had a friendly demeanor and was their lives on the line when they put on mission for Human Rights has docu- well respected among the Arkansas del- their uniforms. mented a staggering 2,588 political ar- egation and on both sides of the aisle. I offer my prayers and condolences to rests. In spite of this, reports suggest She was a consummate professional. Officer Fitzgerald’s family, his wife, that you will soon announce’’ ‘‘more Her knowledge and experience were and his two young children, a 4-year- one-sided concessions that will serve to indispensable to her fellow colleagues, old boy and a 4-month-old girl, as they shore up the communist Castro re- and I know that she will be greatly grieve their loss. gime.’’ missed by those who had the privilege I also want to offer my sincere grati- While visiting Havana, the President to know her. tude to all of our law enforcement offi- supports plans to end the embargo, yet f cers for their crucial role in keeping us ignores the fact that increased trade safe. will not reach the Cuban people. It will DEMOCRATS OUTPERFORM The community of South Jackson- benefit the Cuban military and intel- REPUBLICANS ON ECONOMY ville has set up a scholarship fund for ligence agencies which have stolen (Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of his children and also a memorial 5K Cuba’s most profitable industries. The New York asked and was given permis- run in his name. I applaud these dis- President’s bizarre legacy has led to sion to address the House for 1 minute.) plays of compassion. more repression as the failed socialist Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New Mr. Speaker, I encourage the citizens dictatorship is propped up. York. Mr. Speaker, Republicans often of my district and elsewhere to con- In conclusion, God bless our troops, claim that they can manage the econ- sider supporting these efforts. and may the President, by his actions, omy better than Democrats, but the I would ask, at this time, that the never forget September the 11th in the facts show something very different en- House rise to pay tribute to Officer global war on terrorism. tirely. Fitzgerald for his public service. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Research by economists Alan Blinder f the people of Belgium and Prime Min- and Mark Watson finds that, by vir- tually every measure of economic TRI-FAITH INITIATIVE ister Charles Michel as the global war on terrorism continues. growth and economic health, including (Mr. ASHFORD asked and was given f GDP growth and job creation, the econ- permission to address the House for 1 omy has performed better under Demo- minute.) VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE cratic Presidents than Republican Mr. ASHFORD. Mr. Speaker, as I (Mr. PETERS asked and was given Presidents. rise, my prayers are with the victims permission to address the House for 1 Alan Blinder and Professor Watson of the terrorist attacks in Brussels. minute.) put it simply: ‘‘The U.S. economy per- Today, I would like to pay tribute to Mr. PETERS. Mr. Speaker, Jackson- forms much better when a Democrat is a multifaith religious organization ville, Florida, November 13, 2015: Travis President than when a Republican is.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.014 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1508 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 The Democratic staff on the Joint She was loving, kind, and respected. and, in fact, arming ISIS with weapons Economic Committee updated and ex- She broke barriers, and she was inspi- that were paid for by American tax- panded on their analysis and found rational. Earline Parmon has left an payers, supplied to the failed Iraqi that, on average, since World War II: indelible mark on North Carolinians military. real GDP has grown about 1.6 times across our State and Nation. I have ‘‘When will we ever learn?’’, in the faster under Democrats than Repub- known Earline for many decades, and I words of the late, great Pete Seeger. licans, and private sector job growth am proud to have called her my friend f has grown nearly 2.5 times faster under and one of my closest confidantes. LIVINGSTON PARISH NEWS Democrats. Her legacy will continue to live on This chart tells a story. The Demo- for generations to come. We salute her (Mr. GRAVES of Louisiana asked and cratic line is blue, and the red is Re- and her service to our State. was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and publican. It shows clearly that job f growth was higher and better under extend his remarks.) Democratic Presidents. MIDDLE EAST CHRISTIANS FACE Mr. GRAVES of Louisiana. Mr. EXTINCTION f Speaker, in recent months, Livingston (Mr. BYRNE asked and was given Parish has lost two important leaders. OBAMACARE’S UNCONSTITU- permission to address the House for 1 On October 26 of last year, Jeff McHugh TIONAL CONTRACEPTIVE MAN- minute.) David passed away. Earlier this month, DATE Mr. BYRNE. Mr. Speaker, we are in on March 3, Michael Dowty also passed (Mr. FLEISCHMANN asked and was the midst of Holy Week, one of the away. given permission to address the House most important time periods for the Jeff was the longest serving owner/ for 1 minute.) Christian faith. publisher in the history of Livingston Mr. FLEISCHMANN. Mr. Speaker, I Sadly, in too many places around the Parish News, and Mike was the 28-year rise to echo the remarks of Speaker world, Christians are under attack sim- managing editor of the newspaper. To- PAUL RYAN. We must protect the sanc- ply because of their religious beliefs. gether they had nearly 90 years of tity of the lives of the unborn. The stories of rape, assault, and mur- newspaper experience. The Little Sisters of the Poor v. der are heartbreaking. The Livingston Parish News was es- Burwell is a landmark case that right- Just look at some of the numbers tablished in 1898. It has a 118-year his- fully challenges ObamaCare’s unconsti- from the Middle East. In 2003, there tory. During that history, it has been tutional contraceptive mandate. I awarded over 600 State and national were 11⁄2 million Christians in Iraq. wholeheartedly agree with the Little Now that number is down to 275,000 and awards for its journalism excellence. Sisters of the Poor and believe that life Mr. Speaker, the Livingston Parish falling. In the very land where Jesus begins at conception. News covered important events like once walked, Christians are becoming Mother Teresa once said: ‘‘I feel that the 1983 floods, which resulted in the extinct. the greatest destroyer of peace today is Comite diversion authorization, and This Holy Week, may we, as the peo- abortion, because it is a war against the LIGO project, which recently dis- ple’s House, reaffirm our commitment the child—a direct killing of the inno- covered for the first time ever gravita- to fighting Christian persecution cent child—murder by the mother her- tional waves. abroad. May we not become discour- self. And if we accept that a mother It is really an amazing newspaper aged or angry, and may we keep fight- can kill even her own child, how can we that has done a phenomenal job. They ing to encourage religious tolerance in tell other people not to kill one an- have 1,200 subscribers and over 60,000 the Middle East and all around the other?’’ online subscribers. The unborn are the most innocent world. The past 6 months have been a chal- and vulnerable members of our society. And, Mr. Speaker, may we remember lenging time for the paper. Jeff is sur- The Constitution already protects life, what is written in the Gospel of John: vived by his son, McHugh David, who and I have sworn to uphold that Con- ‘‘The light shines in the darkness, and carries on his father’s legacy of the stitution. I will continue to serve all the darkness has not overcome it.’’ Livingston Parish News, as Leesha east Tennesseans by consistently vot- f calls him behind his back, McCutie. ing for life. ONE OF AMERICA’S WORST Mr. Speaker, today I recognize and f FOREIGN POLICY MISTAKES honor these men’s service and contribution to our community and to the RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF (Mr. POLIS asked and was given per- great State of Louisiana. Both men EARLINE PARMON mission to address the House for 1 were institutions in Livingston Parish, (Ms. ADAMS asked and was given minute and to revise and extend his re- and both will be missed. marks.) permission to address the House for 1 f minute.) Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sol- Ms. ADAMS. Mr. Speaker, today I emn observance today of the 13th anni- HONORING JAMIE MICK rise to recognize my colleague and versary of the week that one of the (Mr. BILIRAKIS asked and was given friend, former North Carolina State worst foreign policy mistakes of the permission to address the House for 1 Senator Earline Parmon, who departed 21st century was made, the invasion of minute.) this life last week on Super Tuesday. Iraq, March 20, 2003. Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise Earline was a true trailblazer, public The human cost of the invasion: 4,491 today during Women’s History Month servant, and humble leader. She was U.S. servicemembers who gave their to highlight an outstanding woman in Forsyth County’s first Black State sen- lives and countless more who were in- my district. My district has many fe- ator. She also served more than a dec- jured or who came back with difficul- male role models giving back to our ade in the North Carolina House and on ties facing the challenges of everyday communities. One example of a woman the Forsyth County Board of Commis- life. dedicated to service is Jamie Mick. sioners. Iraqi deaths were between 151,000 and Jamie has served our district Earline was instrumental in helping 500,000, including many innocent through her role in the Rotary Club, victims of North Carolina’s eugenics women and children, and millions more the American Cancer Society, West program receive restitution, and she were driven from their homes. Pasco Chamber of Commerce, Florida did so much more. She dedicated her The economic cost of the war in Iraq: Gulf Coast Association of Commercial life to fighting for justice and fighting $1.7 trillion are the estimates of that Realtors, and other organizations. for our communities. cost, money that was taken out of the Jamie is a cofounder of Women IN I was more than honored when hands of U.S. taxpayers, away from our Charge, helping to empower women by Earline joined my staff as my outreach roads, bridges, infrastructure, and supporting them in managing their director, expanding her territory to schools to send to Iraq. And the na- businesses, furthering their profes- serve North Carolina’s 12the Congres- tional security cost of that colossal sional goals, and promoting their sional District. mistake: namely, the creation of ISIS health and financial independence.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.015 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1509 Jamie is one of the many role models reminder that we are right and just GENERAL LEAVE I am proud to have in our community. and that we must be ever-vigilant. Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- This month we have the opportunity Mr. Speaker, we must stand together er, I ask unanimous consent that all to celebrate women like Jamie, mak- in solidarity with the Belgian people as Members have 5 legislative days to re- ing history now for tomorrow’s genera- they recover, and we must stand to- vise and extend their remarks and in- tion of innovators, news makers, and gether as a world against this ever-include extraneous materials on House community leaders. creasing threat to our freedom and way Resolution 653, currently under consid- f of life. eration. f The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there CHE GUEVARA POSTER objection to the request of the gen- b 1230 (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was tleman from Georgia? given permission to address the House PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION There was no objection. for 1 minute and to revise and extend OF H.R. 2745, STANDARD MERGER Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- her remarks.) AND ACQUISITION REVIEWS er, I am pleased to bring this rule for- Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, a THROUGH EQUAL RULES ACT OF ward on behalf of the Rules Committee. picture is worth a thousand words. This 2015, AND PROVIDING FOR PRO- The rule provides for consideration of poster shows President Obama with the CEEDINGS DURING THE PERIOD H.R. 2745, the Standard Merger and Ac- Che Guevara image behind him, com- FROM MARCH 24, 2016, THROUGH quisition Reviews Through Equal Rules ing soon to a T-shirt near you. APRIL 11, 2016 Act of 2015, or the SMARTER Act. Che was a sadistic murderer and kill- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- The rule also provides 1 hour of de- er who executed Cubans during his er, by direction of the Committee on bate equally divided and controlled by reign of terror. Che, along with Fidel Rules, I call up House Resolution 653 the chair and ranking member of the and Raul Castro, is responsible for the and ask for its immediate consider- Judiciary Committee, and also pro- suffering, misery, and oppression of the ation. vides a motion to recommit. I would people of Cuba. The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- like to point out that the Rules Com- But it seems that some people just lows: mittee put out a call for amendments, don’t care. Yesterday President Obama H. RES. 653 but none were submitted for consider- said in an interview that he would be Resolved, That upon adoption of this reso- ation. happy to meet with Fidel Castro, and lution it shall be in order to consider in the Yesterday the Rules Committee re- President Obama believes that Raul House the bill (H.R. 2745) to amend the Clay- ceived testimony from the chairman Castro ‘‘truly wants change in Cuba.’’ ton Act and the Federal Trade Commission and ranking member of the Judiciary Really? What is stopping Castro from Act to provide that the Federal Trade Com- Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, holding free and fair elections? Let’s mission shall exercise authority with respect Commercial, and Antitrust Law. A sub- to mergers only under the Clayton Act and start with that little change. only in the same procedural manner as the committee hearing was held on this This continued effort to legitimize Attorney General exercises such authority. legislation and it was marked up and this regime and its atrocities is appall- All points of order against consideration of reported by the Judiciary Committee. ing. It is appalling for those people who the bill are waived. The bill shall be consid- The bill went through regular order love freedom. It is appalling for those ered as read. All points of order against pro- and enjoyed discussion at both the sub- who have been political prisoners in visions in the bill are waived. The previous committee and full committee level. Castro’s gulags. It is appalling for question shall be considered as ordered on H.R. 2745 is supported by the U.S. those families who have lost their the bill and on any amendment thereto to Chamber of Commerce and the Amer- final passage without intervening motion ex- ican Hospital Association because it is loved ones because of this communist cept: (1) one hour of debate equally divided regime. and controlled by the chair and ranking mi- a matter of basic fairness and reducing Today is a sad day, indeed, and this nority member of the Committee on the Ju- uncertainty. poster says it all. Smile in front of Che diciary; and (2) one motion to recommit. This legislation makes two key Guevara. Get the T-shirt now. SEC. 2. On any legislative day during the changes to the procedures by which the period from March 24, 2016, through April 11, f Federal Trade Commission litigates 2016— merger cases. First, it requires the (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the CONDEMNING THE TERRORIST FTC to satisfy the same standards that ATTACKS IN BRUSSELS, BELGIUM previous day shall be considered as approved; and the DOJ must meet in order to obtain (Mr. YODER asked and was given (b) the Chair may at any time declare the a preliminary injunction in Federal permission to address the House for 1 House adjourned to meet at a date and time, Court. minute and to revise and extend his re- within the limits of clause 4, section 5, arti- Second, it requires the FTC to liti- marks.) cle I of the Constitution, to be announced by gate merits of contested merger cases Mr. YODER. Mr. Speaker, I rise the Chair in declaring the adjournment. in Federal Court under the Clayton today to condemn the terrorist attacks SEC. 3. The Speaker may appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for the du- Act—just as the DOJ does—rather than in Brussels, Belgium, that took place ration of the period addressed by section 2 of before its own administrative tribu- early this morning. These brutal acts this resolution as though under clause 8(a) of nals. of violence have claimed the lives of at rule I. Currently the FTC is authorized to least 30 people and have injured at SEC. 4. Each day during the period ad- obtain preliminary injunctive relief, least 170 more. dressed by section 2 of this resolution shall whereas the DOJ must satisfy the gen- The people of Brussels woke up this not constitute a calendar day for purposes of erally applicable test for obtaining pre- morning, ready for another day in their section 7 of the War Powers Resolution (50 liminary injunction in Federal Court if U.S.C. 1546). life, only to have their world rocked by SEC. 5. The Committee on Energy and it wants to block a merger. Courts this sudden and unexpected attack. Commerce may, at any time before 4 p.m. on have sometimes held that there is a Some wished their loved ones goodbye Thursday, March 31, 2016, file a report to ac- lower burden on the FTC to obtain an for the day, only to never return. company H.R. 2666. injunction than the DOJ would have to This is now the second time in just 5 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- face under the traditional test. short months that our friends and al- tleman from Georgia is recognized for 1 Additionally, if the FTC loses a pre- lies in Europe have been struck with a hour. liminary injunction in Federal Court, wide-scale terrorist attack. It is an- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- it is able to litigate the merits of the other chilling reminder that we are at er, for the purpose of debate only, I cases in an administrative proceeding war against radical Islamic terrorism. yield the customary 30 minutes to the ultimately adjudicated by its commis- But it is also a reminder of the good- gentleman from Colorado (Mr. POLIS), sioners. However, the DOJ does not ness in people. We saw people run into pending which I yield myself such time have this power. the flames, into the smoke, and against as I may consume. During consider- The SMARTER Act addresses these the flow of the terrified masses to give ation of this resolution, all time yield- disparities, as recommended by the aid and comfort to the wounded. It is a ed is for the purpose of debate only. Antitrust Modernization Commission.

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But current law leaves the I wonder where the idea for this bill our country or would even contribute impression that there is a divergence of came from. Maybe it came from a town one iota to our country’s economic procedure and that whether or not a hall. I know a lot of the best ideas that growth? merger can proceed depends on which I get start from my constituents and Mr. Speaker, this bill does not solve agency reviews that particular trans- small businesses back home. That was any of the problems this Congress action. the argument we heard very passion- needs to take on. Importantly, this bill does not make ately orated when we talked about What should we be doing this week? it easier for mergers to be approved. brick kilns for an entire week the We should be talking about making H.R. 2745 does increase fairness and ef- other week. college more affordable. We should be ficiency by ensuring that the antitrust Maybe Members are fighting for peo- talking about growing our economy, enforcement agencies are not imposing ple back home. Maybe a constituent investing in infrastructure, reforming unequal burdens on the merging par- approached somebody in Mr. COLLINS’ our bloated Tax Code, and simplifying ties. district and said: We truly wish review taxes. We should be talking about pass- I thank the full committee, Chair- processes for the larger corporate ing a budget. man GOODLATTE, Chairman MARINO, mergers were streamlined; something Mr. Speaker, most households have a Congressman FARENTHOLD, and their must be done about the FTC’s adminis- budget. My household has a budget, but staff for their work bringing these im- trative adjudication authority. this Congress does not have a budget. portant reforms today. Again, as we Maybe that was the call that was re- Instead of having a budget, everybody look forward, I would encourage all to sounding in town halls across the coun- is going on a vacation. support this rule and the underlying try, but it did not come up in any of Mr. Speaker, this bill does not find a legislation as it will bring some mine. In Colorado’s Front Range it solution to the 11 million undocu- streamlined modern efficiencies to this simply was not the issue that my con- mented people in our country and fix program as we go forward. stituents were raising, but I will cer- our broken immigration system. This Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of tainly give my colleagues the benefit bill does not secure our borders or does my time. of the doubt. Perhaps there is a not make college more affordable. It is Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- groundswell for addressing the FTC’s a shame that we are spending an entire self such time as I may consume. administrative adjudication authority week debating this nonsolution in I thank the gentleman for yielding for the largest companies and their search of a problem that maybe some me the customary 30 minutes. mergers that simply has not reached years hence will help one large com- That was complicated. My colleague Colorado. Perhaps that is the case. pany merge with another and reduce from Georgia, Mr. Speaker, explained a Mr. Speaker, there is an important their paperwork to the detriment of lot of stuff. There were definitely a lot point I want to make. Time is very pre- the public interest and consumer inter- of big words in there, and words that cious here on the House floor. Tax- est in the American people. we do not use too often in Colorado. payers are paying for this time. In fact, I reserve the balance of my time. It seems to me that this bill is de- apparently tomorrow will be the last Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- signed to make it easier for very big day. This will be the last bill we vote er, I yield myself such time as I may companies to merge and reduce the on before we all get sent home for a 3- consume. oversight in making sure that those week vacation. We have very limited I think it is interesting. It does not big mergers do not hurt consumers. time to pass bills that benefit the help. As we come down here and de- Most mergers do not even go through American people. bate—and this is a floor to do that, Mr. this. I think it was in our Rules Com- Six years ago, nearly to this day, the Speaker—let’s just be very clear, this mittee yesterday where Mr. MARINO House took this workweek in late does not help companies merge. I am testified it was maybe 3 percent of March and passed a little something not sure why we are putting forth a mergers. So only if both companies are called the Affordable Care Act. Now, statement that helps companies merge. very, very, very big companies, multi- that might not be popular with my It simply takes and it streamlines the national conglomerates, then it goes friends on the other side of the aisle, process so that you are not having two up for review. This bill says that but it certainly was consequential. In divergent paths in which the scrutiny maybe there should be a little less re- fact, 15 million more Americans have of a merger takes place. view. I think even the proponents say coverage today because of what we did If we want to at least be faithful to there still should be review. There are this same week 6 years ago. We passed the bill, which is what this does, it several government agencies involved. the first major piece of healthcare re- does not make substantive changes to But it seems to me, Mr. Speaker, form in a generation. Like it or not, we antitrust law. Rather, this legislation that what this bill is really doing—the had conviction, and we passed bills standardizes the process between the Standard Merger and Acquisition Re- that helped Americans every day solve two antitrust enforcement agencies. views Through Equal Rules Act of problems. Look, I grew up in north Georgia, and 2015—it almost takes a few breaths to Now here we are 6 years later and we there were a lot of times especially—I even say it. It is one of the longer bill are debating a measure that helps a have had some small businesses, and I titles that I have heard, very tech- few large corporations merge with each appreciate the gentleman from Colo- nical—it is really the stalling on the other to become even larger. Look, if rado, but I bet there are many times in floor of the House bill until the Repub- we want to help American business, his businesses that the things that you licans can figure out a budget. That is let’s find a backbone, let’s look at tax do every day, it is like being a part of exactly what we are doing here, Mr. reform, let’s look at comprehensive im- a family. It is doing chores, it is doing Speaker. migration reform, let’s invest in our the work that needs to be done. It may I would hope that, as we stall, we infrastructure and in our schools to not hit the front page of the paper, it could offer more substantive bills that have a better prepared workforce. Be may not be the glamorous piece that we could do in the meantime. This bill, courageous. Let’s present solutions to anybody would want to talk about. the Standard Merger and Acquisition problems, not solutions in search of a Those things are getting discussed and Reviews Through Equal Rules bill, is problem. those things are moving forward. really, truly a solution in search of a Here we are passing yet another bill Maybe not at the pace that some would problem. the Senate won’t consider and that will like to see, but we are moving forward Where does this bill come from? never become law, and then go reward with legislation.

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Mr. Speaker, I yield my- the factual legal basis for enjoining a look at the future around the world self such time as I may consume. merger challenged by the FTC on the when they see attacks, such as this I think the American people deserve one hand or the Department on the morning in Brussels, and they ask to know what Members of Congress are other. where their place is in the world. What doing to earn their salaries. is America’s role? These are the kinds This week—3 days—this bill is the b 1245 of things that are discussed on my time only bill under a rule that this Con- Basically, we are doing some of the when I am in the district. gress is even considering. Let me tell administrative work that needs to be I believe we could work up here every you how Congress calculates days, Mr. done to lay the groundwork so that we day, and I will be supportive of that; Speaker, because most Americans don’t have divergent opinions, so that but when I go back home to the dis- think, ‘‘Okay. A day, maybe I go to we don’t have two processes out there. trict, when it is scheduled for us as work at 9 o’clock and come home at 5 If that is not exciting enough, then I Members to go home, then, frankly, o’clock. That is a day.’’ Let me tell you am sorry. There are a lot of things that maybe there is just a definitional dif- that Congress has a different definition we do that do affect business, that do ference in vacations. For me, it is to go of a day for Members of Congress. affect the streamlining of government. home and listen and to be a part and Monday, we started at 6:30 p.m.—not There are a lot of things that I would to, yes, spend some time with my fam- a.m. but p.m. Now, Mr. COLLINS and I like to see us work on and that we are ily. At the same point in time, every got to come in at 5 p.m. to start. We continuing to work on. day, I get up and go out and talk to the started early. Mr. COLLINS and I On this issue of ‘‘will the Senate take district, and I talk to these people who worked an extra hour and a half. I it up or not?’’ I, frankly, Mr. Speaker, have issues with Washington, D.C.: asked the Speaker if Mr. COLLINS did, don’t care. If they don’t want to do with their tax burdens, with their regu- and he did start at 5 o’clock with me. their job, that is their problem. If they latory burdens, with their healthcare We worked an extra hour and a half; have other agendas, then that is their burdens, and with all of these supposed but you, Mr. Speaker—I don’t think problem. That is why there are two fixes. you started until 6:30. That is when the separate bodies on the Hill—there is Many times, like I said, I believe the votes occurred. the House, and then there is the Sen- Republican majority, in the last 5 On Tuesday—that is today—that is a ate. We must work in tandem when we years, has had to undo and fix the prob- real day. I will give you that. We are can, but we also must work with our lems that were so forcefully allocated. working on Tuesday. I started this own individual agendas to move for- We have got a banking system in our morning at around 8 o’clock, and I ward what, in our perspective, is a con- district that is still having trouble fully expect we will go until 6 o’clock servative agenda for this country. with banks being able to make loans, or 7 o’clock. That is a good day. That The other thing that is very con- banks being able to do the things that is good. I can be proud of that for my cerning is—and there are a lot of issues they are supposed to be doing to help kids that I worked a good day and can here, and I appreciate the gentleman’s our business community, because they tell anybody back home. speaking, Mr. Speaker, about where are strangled with regulatory burden. Tomorrow, Wednesday—this day, we ideas come from. I am very con- You see, these are the issues that we are working today. I would ask my col- cerned—and I know the Speaker is as can discuss here, and I appreciate the league from Georgia: Does the gen- well—about where ideas and processes argument. Also, as we go back to the tleman know what time we expect to come from for bills here. The best bill before us, sometimes it may not finish tomorrow? I would ask Mr. COL- place, as the gentleman stated, is from make the front page of whatever you LINS if he knows what time we are back home—being with members and read, but when you have two agencies scheduled to finish tomorrow. being with constituents and being with that do, basically, a similar function in I yield to the gentleman from Geor- the businesses and being with the the merger arena and when they do it gia. school groups and being with the folks differently—and even the current De- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. It is the in the places which we come from. I am partment of Justice and the chair- majority leader’s prerogative, as the born and raised in my district. As is woman for the mergers and acquisi- gentleman from Colorado is well the old saying, good Lord willing, by tions were looking at this and were aware. August, it will have been 50 years I will saying that this just needs to be bet- Mr. POLIS. What is that? have lived in my district. I know my ter—this bill is a positive step forward. Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. After the district and have gotten to know their As we move forward to the debate that final votes are cast tomorrow, it is the concerns. will happen this afternoon, I look for- majority leader’s prerogative, as the Do I believe there are a lot of things ward to the debate of the committee as gentleman from Colorado is well we can do up here? Yes, but I get to go it discusses the ins and outs of this aware. home to my district, and I get to listen bill. Mr. POLIS. I heard it was around to people. I will be happy to read my Before we go any further, I think we noon or, maybe, 12:30. I think I heard a schedule for the next few weeks while I just need to be honest with the Amer- lot of Members discussing whether am in the district, and if that sounds ican people and say that these are they could catch their flights at like a vacation to you, maybe we will ideas that are worth having and that around 1 o’clock or 2 o’clock. I don’t have a different opinion on what a va- also, when we are back in the districts, know if they are going off to the Carib- cation looks like, because I am going their ideas are worth having, because bean for their vacations or what. So, in to be going to businesses which, over that is where the best ideas come from. this week, in which the Republicans the past few years, have been hurt by a That is where our homes are, and that are claiming we are working 3 days, I healthcare policy that was put in is who we represent up here. It is never call it 1 day—Tuesday—and maybe half place, and they don’t know if they can a burden to go home. Many times, it is a day on Wednesday and maybe an hire new members. They have had to a burden to come up here and fight hour or two on Monday. downsize—they have had to stop against values that you have in your Look, that is not the kind of job that progress—and they are just being, all district that are not valued on the the American people expect us to do the time, encircled with regulations other side of the aisle. That is the bur- here. They want us to work full days. that keep them from hiring and from den that we will continue to fight. We Why aren’t we here all week? Why providing good jobs in the Ninth Dis- will continue to stand as a conserv- aren’t we bringing up more than one trict of Georgia. ative bearer on this side to say that bill? Fine. This bill can have its day in

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In 2007, Congress let’s do that on Monday. Instead of Democrats, I think, who support this established the Antitrust Moderniza- coming in at 6 o’clock, maybe we come bill or oppose this bill—I mean, no one tion Commission, which released 80 in at noon and sleep until 11 o’clock— even came. recommendations for revisions to anti- that should be late enough for Mem- That is because everybody knows trust law and policy. Of those rec- bers of Congress to sleep—and debate it this bill is not going anywhere. The ommendations, one of them advocated for a few hours. Then let’s do some- Senate won’t consider it. The President for the elimination of the FTC’s admin- thing else on Tuesday. Let’s do a budg- won’t sign it. The American people istrative adjudication authority, and et on Tuesday. Let’s do something have not been crying out for it. Big another proposed the adoption of a uni- about the Zika virus on Tuesday. Let’s multinational corporations are perform preliminary injunction standard. do something about the Puerto Rico fectly able to merge today as long as Those are two things that are in this virus on Tuesday. On Wednesday, let’s they are not blocked by the FTC or the bill. To date, Congress has not considered the other 78 ideas that came out of get to work and do more, right? I DOJ for antitrust. This bill doesn’t this obscure Commission that were re- mean, let’s roll up our sleeves and get solve any problems. Not a single Re- ported back that only affect the to work. Let’s not go home at noon. publican even came to the floor to world’s largest companies that merge Mr. Speaker, I have a very exciting argue about why we needed this bill, with one another. motion I will be able to make here. If with the exception, of course, of my If we had an open rule, I could bring we defeat the previous question, I will good friend and colleague Mr. COLLINS forward some of those other 78 ideas. If offer an amendment to the rule to pro- and me, who have to be here because this is such a pressing problem and if hibit the House from starting a 2-week we are running the debate. we need to spend our full day in session recess tomorrow unless we do our job What does that mean when even the here this week in talking about mak- and pass a budget. proponents of this bill don’t even come ing it easier for corporations to buy I ask unanimous consent to insert here to tell us why they want it? I one another, why not go all out and that amendment in the RECORD. think it shows a certain moral bank- allow a discussion of the other 78 ideas The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ruptcy, Mr. Speaker, and it exposes the that the Antitrust Modernization Com- objection to the request of the gen- veneer off the fact that this is, simply, mission recommended? tleman from Colorado? a time-stalling bill because Repub- Mr. Speaker, this is a half measure There was no objection. licans don’t have a budget, and they that is a solution in search of a prob- Mr. POLIS. Now, this is very excit- want us to go on vacation right away. lem. Instead of debating bills like the ing, Mr. Speaker, because I am giving Look, as to this bill that is being one here today, we should be tackling my colleagues an opportunity. As to considered, I will address some of its problems that the American people this previous question vote, if we vote merits. It would alter the process in sent us here to work on. We should it down—a ‘‘no’’ vote—it will mean which the Federal Trade Commission work an honest workweek rather than ‘‘Congress, don’t go on vacation. Do acts to regulate mergers and guarantee an hour on Monday, a full day on Tues- your job and pass the budget.’’ A ‘‘yes’’ a competitive marketplace and protect day, a half a day on Wednesday, and vote means ‘‘go on vacation, and forget consumers. I am sure there are valid take Thursday off and take Friday off. about a budget.’’ With this motion that and important arguments on both sides The American people deserve an honest I am introducing here, if we defeat the of this bill. The FTC was created in week. previous question, I am really calling 1914 as an independent, bipartisan They deserve us to get the budget on Members of Congress to account as agency, and it has unique tools to look done. Just like our households have a to whether they think we should do our after consumers in order to make sure budget, Congress deserves a budget. I job or whether we should go home after that when two large companies merge am sure, in the past, my colleague and making it easier for very big compa- that it doesn’t hurt consumers. Of many others have reminded us that nies to merge. course, because the FTC and the DOJ Democrats, at times, have also failed I hope that the answer is the one that have overlapping responsibilities, there to produce budgets. I am saying nei- the men and women who are listening are issues between them. If there is a ther side is perfect. I am not proud at home would agree is the logical an- pressing problem, I would be happy to that the Democrats, in the past, have swer: that we should stay here and do consider this bill under an open rule. failed to produce a budget, but what we our jobs. We will see here in a few min- Now, what does that mean? are talking about today are the Repub- utes what my colleagues want to do: It means that I believe—and the licans who are failing to produce a whether they agree with me that we Democrats on the Rules Committee budget. should stay here and do our jobs or yesterday made a motion to this ef- I remember very distinctly that, whether they think that we should fect—that we should allow Democrats when the Democrats had difficulty pro- allow bigger companies to have facili- and Republicans to offer amendments ducing a budget, the Republicans said: tated mergers and then go home. on this bill to say: Do you know what? How dare you. Produce a budget. Our I reserve the balance of my time. Maybe there is a problem. Maybe we households rely on budgets. Why can’t Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- need to improve it. Maybe we need to the Congress have a budget? That was one of the arguments that er, I have no more speakers. I am inter- change it. Do you know what? That my colleagues made to the American ested in whether the gentleman from motion for an open rule was voted people, and the American people, for Colorado has any more speakers or if down on a partisan vote. Perhaps that is the reason, Mr. that reason and perhaps others, gave he is ready to close. control of this body to the Repub- Speaker, that no Republicans or Demo- I reserve the balance of my time. licans. Now here we are with the Re- crats bothered to come in on this bill, Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I am ready publicans, who, instead of producing a because the Republicans have locked us to close. budget, are sending every Member of I yield myself the balance of my out of participating. They have locked Congress home on vacation for 21⁄2 time. out the Democratic and Republican weeks after working a very taxing 11⁄2- It is interesting, Mr. Speaker, that rank-and-file Members, who represent day week, making it easier for multi- my good friend and colleague Mr. COL- great districts across our country, like national corporations to merge. LINS from Georgia said that maybe this from Texas and California and New bill is important, that maybe it is one York and Wisconsin—Democrats and b 1300 of those things that might not be glam- Republicans. No one with any good Mr. Speaker, we can do better. As I orous but that has to be done, that it is ideas can even try to make this bill mentioned earlier, when we do defeat

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:37 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.022 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1513 the previous question on the vote, the Well, let’s just remind the people ruling of January 13, 1920, to the effect that amendment I have offered into the what the administration doesn’t also ‘‘the refusal of the House to sustain the de- RECORD will amend the rule to prohibit sign. They won’t also sign the Key- mand for the previous question passes the control of the resolution to the opposition’’ the House from starting our vacation stone Pipeline, which takes away jobs in order to offer an amendment. On March tomorrow, unless we do our job and from Americans. 15, 1909, a member of the majority party of- pass a budget. He won’t also sign a refugee bill that fered a rule resolution. The House defeated I strongly urge my colleagues to vote actually would just put an extra meas- the previous question and a member of the ‘‘no’’ on the rule, vote ‘‘no’’ on the un- ure of protection for protecting the opposition rose to a parliamentary inquiry, derlying bill, and, instead, work to pass American homeland from possibly in- asking who was entitled to recognition. a budget and find solutions to the big filtration through the refugee program. Speaker Joseph G. Cannon (R-Illinois) said: problems that we were sent here to They refuse to sign that. ‘‘The previous question having been refused, the gentleman from New York, Mr. Fitz- face, like improving our national secu- Yet, we will have the results of the gerald, who had asked the gentleman to rity, like securing our border and re- world looking at that. He won’t sign yield to him for an amendment, is entitled to placing our broken immigration sys- that, Mr. Speaker. The administration the first recognition.’’ tem into one that reflects our values as doesn’t seem to want to hold Iran ac- The Republican majority may say ‘‘the a Nation of laws and a Nation of immi- countable for the testing that it is vote on the previous question is simply a grants, one that makes prescription doing with its missiles. vote on whether to proceed to an immediate drugs more affordable and improves vote on adopting the resolution . . . [and] So we can discuss what this adminis- has no substantive legislative or policy im- upon the Affordable Care Act, improves tration doesn’t want to sign. I think plications whatsoever.’’ But that is not what our schools, invests in infrastructure, using that as an excuse not to move a they have always said. Listen to the Repub- and so many of the other issues that I bill is an abdication of responsibility. lican Leadership Manual on the Legislative hear about from my constituents at So as we look forward, again, I have Process in the United States House of Rep- our town halls, on the phone, and in never thought anything that I do up resentatives, (6th edition, page 135). Here’s letters. here, especially when it comes to my how the Republicans describe the previous I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘no’’ on office or in committee work, was not question vote in their own manual: ‘‘Al- though it is generally not possible to amend the rule and the underlying bill. working. the rule because the majority Member con- I yield back the balance of my time. I think, frankly, it is sort of dis- trolling the time will not yield for the pur- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- respectful to the folks who come to our pose of offering an amendment, the same reer, I yield myself the balance of my offices and meet with us or the com- sult may be achieved by voting down the pre- time. mittee work that we do to say that the vious question on the rule.... When the I always try to be positive. There is only ‘‘work’’ is here before the cameras motion for the previous question is defeated, one thing I do agree on with my friend making speeches. If that is what work control of the time passes to the Member from Colorado just now, and that is who led the opposition to ordering the pre- is about up here, maybe we have just vious question. That Member, because he that we can do better. found the problem with this Congress. then controls the time, may offer an amend- We can do better about explaining So, Mr. Speaker, parties to a merger ment to the rule, or yield for the purpose of what is actually going on here and should expect and receive the same amendment.’’ talking about it in derisive terms, es- treatment and processes, regardless of In Deschler’s Procedure in the U.S. House pecially about a bill in which there the reviewing antitrust enforcement of Representatives, the subchapter titled was—I serve on the Judiciary Com- agencies. ‘‘Amending Special Rules’’ states: ‘‘a refusal to order the previous question on such a rule mittee—there was one amendment These parties should not be subject brought to committee. This bill seems [a special rule reported from the Committee to attempts to extract concessions or on Rules] opens the resolution to amend- to be fairly tight because there seems threat of administrative litigation by ment and further debate.’’ (Chapter 21, sec- to be general agreement here. the FDC simply because that is the tion 21.2) Section 21.3 continues: ‘‘Upon re- There was one committee amend- agency reviewing the merger. jection of the motion for the previous ques- ment brought to the committee, and it The underlying bill preserves key tion on a resolution reported from the Com- was withdrawn. Then there was an standards of review while removing dis- mittee on Rules, control shifts to the Mem- amendment process put out. parities. For that reason, I urge my ber leading the opposition to the previous question, who may offer a proper amendment It is interesting that, from this Anti- colleagues to support this rule and trust Modernization Commission, there or motion and who controls the time for de- H.R. 2745. bate thereon.’’ were 78 other ideas. And then, when my The material previously referred to Clearly, the vote on the previous question friend just spoke about the fact that, if by Mr. POLIS is as follows: on a rule does have substantive policy impli- we had an open rule on the floor, they AN AMENDMENT TO H. RES. 653 OFFERED BY cations. It is one of the only available tools might bring up 78. MR. POLIS OF COLORADO for those who oppose the Republican majority’s agenda and allows those with alter- I would just ask him where was he At the end of the resolution, add the fol- native views the opportunity to offer an al- yesterday. We have talked about show- lowing new section: ing up for work. Maybe he didn’t punch ternative plan. SEC. 6. It shall not be in order to consider Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speak- in last night. He could have brought 78 a motion that the House adjourn on the leg- amendments last night to the Rules islative day of March 23, 2016, unless the er, I yield back the balance of my time, Committee. He chose not to. House has adopted a concurrent resolution and I move the previous question on So we can do better. We can honestly establishing the budget for the United States the resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The discuss the procedures and the fact government for fiscal year 2017. question is on ordering the previous that right now, while he and I are on THE VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION: WHAT question. the floor discussing this rule and pre- IT REALLY MEANS This vote, the vote on whether to order the The question was taken; and the paring for this rule, the rest of the 433 Speaker pro tempore announced that Members of the House of Representa- previous question on a special rule, is not merely a procedural vote. A vote against or- the ayes appeared to have it. tives—432 now—I think we still have dering the previous question is a vote Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I demand one open seat—are in committees right against the Republican majority agenda and the yeas and nays. now. a vote to allow the Democratic minority to The yeas and nays were ordered. They are meeting constituents. They offer an alternative plan. It is a vote about The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- are marking up bills. They are going what the House should be debating. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- through regular order, which is the Re- Mr. Clarence Cannon’s Precedents of the ceedings on this question will be post- publican Congress’ way of doing the House of Representatives (VI, 308–311), de- poned. scribes the vote on the previous question on people’s business. f Also, as we have already discussed, the rule as ‘‘a motion to direct or control the consideration of the subject before the House whether the Senate signs something or ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER being made by the Member in charge.’’ To PRO TEMPORE not—then he brought up the fact that defeat the previous question is to give the the President would never sign this opposition a chance to decide the subject be- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- piece of legislation. fore the House. Cannon cites the Speaker’s ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair

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We will be taken later. neurship Act. must do better at increasing representation of women in all STEM fields. f We were also joined by the chairman and ranking member of the Science, Now, I may be biased, but my own PROMOTING WOMEN IN Space, and Technology Committee, State of Connecticut is a great exam- ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT Congressman LAMAR SMITH and Con- ple of how far women can go with a Ms. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I move gresswoman EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, STEM background. to suspend the rules and pass the bill who are original cosponsors of this We have women engineers who are (H.R. 4742) to authorize the National measure. designing life-support packs for our as- Science Foundation to support entre- I am pleased that the consideration tronauts at the International Space preneurial programs for women. of this bill occurs during Women’s His- Station. We have women scientists The Clerk read the title of the bill. tory Month. Our bill amends the conducting cutting-edge research in The text of the bill is as follows: Science and Engineering Equal Oppor- STEM cell work at Yukon and at Yale. We have women inventors and entre- H.R. 4742 tunities Act to authorize the National Science Foundation to use its entrepre- preneurs making life-changing discov- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- eries and literally altering the course resentatives of the United States of America in neurial programs to recruit women and to extend their focus beyond the lab- of history. We have wonderful local Congress assembled, companies with women entrepreneurs, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. oratory and into the commercial world. The bill also includes a number of such as Bedoukian Research and Jonal This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Promoting Labs, who are not only creating qual- Women in Entrepreneurship Act’’. findings regarding women in science, technology, engineering, and mathe- ity products, but are fostering the next SEC. 2. FINDINGS. generation of women leaders in STEM. The Congress finds that— matics fields, also known as the STEM (1) women make up almost 50 percent of fields. I think we might have had one in the the workforce, but less than 25 percent of the One finding in this bill notes that gallery who was excited about our in- workforce in science, technology, engineer- only 26 percent of women who attain troduction of this bill. It is not enough to promote women ing, and mathematics (STEM) professions; degrees in STEM fields ultimately (2) women are less likely to focus on the in STEM careers. We must also work to work in STEM jobs. We want to im- STEM disciplines in undergraduate and grad- increase the number of women who be- prove these statistics, and we believe uate study; come entrepreneurs. The benefits of en- (3) only 26 percent of women who do attain this bill is a step in the right direction. Again, I am happy to collaborate couraging and supporting women en- degrees in STEM fields work in STEM jobs; trepreneurs could be tremendous. (4) there is an increasing demand for indi- with my colleague, Congresswoman According to the Department of Com- viduals with STEM degrees to extend their ESTY, on this legislation. merce, between 1997 and 2007, privately focus beyond the laboratory so they can be I urge my colleagues to support the held women-owned businesses added leaders in discovery commercialization; bill. (5) studies have shown that technology and I reserve the balance of my time. 500,000 jobs. During that same period, commercialization ventures are successful Ms. ESTY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- other privately held firms lost over 2 when women are in top management posi- self such time as I may consume. million jobs. tions; and Women have unique experiences and I rise today in support of H.R. 4742, (6) the National Science Foundation’s mis- perspectives to bring to the table. We the Promoting Women in Entrepre- sion includes supporting women in STEM simply cannot afford in this increas- disciplines. neurship Act. This bill would expand ingly global economy to overlook the the mission of the National Science SEC. 3. SUPPORTING WOMEN’S ENTREPRE- valuable and talented resource of over NEURIAL PROGRAMS. Foundation to support and strengthen half our citizens. Section 33 of the Science and Engineering women entrepreneurs. I drafted this Equal Opportunities Act (42 U.S.C. 1885a) is We must do more to promote women legislation because we can and we must entrepreneurs and to better support amended— do more for women in science, tech- (1) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of para- women who are commercializing great nology, engineering, and math, the so- graph (10); ideas, starting small businesses, and (2) by striking the period at the end of called STEM fields, to extend their ef- creating jobs. paragraph (11) and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and forts beyond the laboratory and into I know, when I hear from the women (3) by adding at the end the following new the commercial world. and the men who are part of my STEM paragraph: Women have the potential to be re- advisory committee in Connecticut ‘‘(12) encourage its entrepreneurial pro- markable entrepreneurs, job creators, grams to recruit and support women to ex- about the challenges and, yet, the and innovators. Unfortunately, women great opportunities that women in the tend their focus beyond the laboratory and remain an underutilized force for start- into the commercial world.’’. STEM fields have to create the next ing small businesses that sustain the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. new exciting business, develop the next middle class. new cure to help Americans. JODY B. HICE of Georgia). Pursuant to Women make up roughly half of the the rule, the gentlewoman from Vir- H.R. 4742 would help do that by sup- labor force. But according to the De- porting programs focused on helping ginia (Mrs. COMSTOCK) and the gentle- partment of Commerce, women only more women, commercialize great woman from Connecticut (Ms. ESTY) own 30 percent of private businesses in each will control 20 minutes. ideas, start businesses, stimulate 21st the United States. century careers, and strengthen the The Chair recognizes the gentle- Why is it that women aren’t starting woman from Virginia. middle class. their own businesses more often? The I want to thank my colleagues on the GENERAL LEAVE sad truth is that women still face sig- Science, Space, and Technology Com- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I ask nificant barriers to entrepreneurship, mittee, Mrs. COMSTOCK, Ranking Mem- unanimous consent that all Members including limited access to capital, a ber JOHNSON, and Chairman SMITH, for may have 5 legislative days to revise lack of women mentors in STEM fields, working with us together on this bill. and extend their remarks and to in- often difficult or unmanageable expec- I ask my colleagues to support this clude extraneous material on H.R. 4742, tations for work-life balance, and a bill. the bill now under consideration. subconscious bias against women in I reserve the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there STEM. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- objection to the request of the gentle- Now, an increasing number of women bers are reminded not to make ref- woman from Virginia? are earning STEM degrees. However, erence to occupants of the gallery.

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Mr. Speaker, I important for economic growth in this 2018. thank the gentlewoman for yielding country and to ensure young women There are approximately 6 million women and for her work on this bill. help pioneer new innovation in this and minority owned businesses in the United Mr. Speaker, innovation rises up country for generations to come. States, representing a significant aspect of our from all parts of this country. One of We have heard the statistics, Mr. economy. the main purposes of the Innovation Speaker. Women make up half of the My home city of Houston, Texas, the energy Initiative is to empower people to U.S. workforce and half of the college- capital of the world, knows the importance of make new discoveries and guide our educated workforce, yet only 26 per- professionals in the STEM industries. country into the future. When we do cent of women who attain degrees in It has been reported that the highest-paying that, we ensure America remains a STEM fields end up working in STEM STEM occupations are petroleum engineers global leader and everyone in America jobs. with an annual salary of $147,520, architec- and abroad benefits. Mr. Speaker, that is why I rise today tural and engineering managers with an an- We have two bills today to build in- in strong support of this simple, com- nual salary of $138,720, natural sciences novation from the ground up, focusing monsense legislation. By encouraging managers with an annual salary of $136,450, on future women leaders in America. entrepreneurial programs to recruit computer and information systems managers Because when you look back on his- and support women to extend their with an annual salary of $136,280, and physi- tory, you see women at the forefront. focus beyond the laboratory and into cists with a reported annual salary of 117,300. There is an increasing demand for individ- You look at Grace Hopper, who was the commercial world, we can take a uals with STEM degrees to extend their focus one of the first programmers of our significant step in the right direction. beyond the laboratory so they can be leaders earliest computers. Stephanie Kwolek Further, by having this debate and discussion here today and by encour- in discovery and commercialization. invented Kevlar. Shirley Ann Jackson Women deserve a fair shot in the STEM aging all of our best and brightest to laid the foundation for amazing ad- programs in this nation. vancements in communication, like pursue the education and career path In addition, I believe that work needs to be fiber optic cables and portable fax ma- of their dreams, we are taking a nec- done to modernize key contracting develop- chines. essary step to include this as part of mental programs designed to increase oppor- These are all women who fueled posi- our ongoing dialogue with respect to tunities for women, minorities and low-income tive disruption with their ideas. This is the delivery of STEM education in our individuals who pursue STEM degrees and the positive disruption America needs classrooms and what it will take to de- STEM job training. to prosper. velop American innovation for future I support programs at the National Science So we should encourage a learning generations. Foundation that have worked to reduce the environment where young women con- I would like to commend Representa- current barriers and ensure women have the tinue to have the opportunities to ex- tive ESTY and Representative COM- support they need in the STEM fields. plore the interests in STEM subjects. STOCK for their efforts on this legisla- Mr. Speaker, we should encourage women Today we will pass a bill by Con- tion. I urge my colleagues on both to pursue degrees and careers in the STEM gresswoman BARBARA COMSTOCK to en- sides of the aisle to support it. fields so we can continue to compete in the able retired NASA astronauts, engi- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, as global economy. neers, and scientists to work with fe- the mom of a daughter with a biology Mrs. LAWRENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today male STEM students who will lead the degree major and with a master’s de- in support of H.R. 4742, the Promoting next generation. gree in forensic science who is now Women in Entrepreneurship Act. Now more We are also voting to authorize the working in the STEM fields, I ask that than ever STEM fields are dictating the way National Science Foundation to work my colleagues support this bipartisan business in the United States is conducted. with its entrepreneur programs to re- legislation to promote women in the The successful commercialization of tech- cruit more women who can be the top workforce and in STEM fields. nology has expanded opportunities for those innovators in the lab and beyond. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance with STEM degrees. It is imperative that we With these two items, the Innovation of my time. promote women as part of this crucial expan- Initiative continues to empower the Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sion in order to promote equality in the ad- American people for the sake of the support of H.R. 4742 the ‘‘Promoting Women vancing technological age. American people, removing obstacles in Entrepreneurship Act.’’ A Harvard Business Review article released to success while bringing innovation As a Senior Member on the House Com- last March described the top biases pushing into government. mittee on Homeland Security who sits on the women out of STEM fields. To women in any Ms. ESTY. Mr. Speaker, I have no Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure workplace this comes as no surprise. The con- further speakers. I yield back the bal- Protection, and Security Technologies, I know stant need to prove ourselves more times over ance of my time. well of the need to encourage and train than our male counterparts, the tightrope of Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I women to thrive in the Science, Technology, navigating a masculine workspace while hold- yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. ing true to our feminine identity and, the gen- Pennsylvania (Mr. COSTELLO). Promoting diversity in the STEM professions eral isolation of being a woman in a male- Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. is more than just an idea; it requires an under- dominated field are all too common in today’s Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. standing that there is a need to have a proc- workplaces. In my District, Wayne State Uni- 4742, the Promoting Women in Entre- ess that will ensure the inclusion of all minori- versity has a program called GO–GIRL, Gain- preneurship Act. ties and women in all areas of American life. ing Options–Girls Investigate Real Life. The Mr. Speaker, for over the past year, Studies have found that women make up al- mission of this program is to increase the STEM education has been a critical most 50 percent of the workforce. competence and confidence of adolescent part of many debates we have had here Studies note that 23 percent of STEM work- girls by engaging them in experiences that on the House floor. ers are women; however, women make up 48 promote an interest in STEM education while We have discussed it in the context of percent of workers in all occupations. building their capacity to pursue STEM-related reauthorization of critical education Only 26 percent of women who do attain careers. While programs like this are currently programs and with respect to how it degrees in STEM fields work in STEM jobs. helping girls nationwide, we must continue the can drive American innovation in re- According to the most recent available data progress that has been made and expand search and technology. women are less likely to focus on the STEM upon our success. disciplines in undergraduate and graduate The Promoting Women in Entrepreneurship b 1315 studies. Act amends Section 33 of the Science and The discussion we are having here In 1991, women received 29.6 percent of Engineering Equal Opportunities Act by includ- today—a dialogue as to how we can en- computer science B.A.’s, compared to just ing a key phrase that ‘‘encourage[s] its entre- courage more women who wish to pur- 18.2 percent in 2010. preneurial programs to recruit and support

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Mr. Speaker, on ing early career female astronauts, sci- a vast new sector of jobs and careers, a sec- entists, engineers, and innovators, to engage tor that must include women professionals. that I demand the yeas and nays. with K–12 female STEM students and inspire This Act does just that, ensuring the inclusion The yeas and nays were ordered. the next generation of women to consider of women in one of America’s most important The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- participating in the fields of science, tech- and fast developing industries. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- nology, engineering, and mathematics and to I would like to close by saying that I am ceedings on this motion will be post- pursue careers in aerospace. This plan proud of our chamber for coming together to poned. shall— (1) report on existing activities with cur- ensure that women continue to achieve suc- f cess in STEM fields. I also want to thank my rent and retired NASA astronauts, sci- INSPIRING THE NEXT SPACE PIO- entists, engineers, and innovators; colleagues for considering two bills today that NEERS, INNOVATORS, RE- (2) identify how NASA could best leverage highlight the importance of reaching out to SEARCHERS, AND EXPLORERS existing authorities to facilitate and support young women who otherwise may not be in- (INSPIRE) WOMEN ACT current and retired astronaut, scientist, en- spired to pursue a career in a STEM-related gineer, and innovator participation in NASA field. Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I outreach efforts; Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I support move to suspend the rules and pass the (3) propose and describe a program specific H.R. 4742, the Promoting Women in Entrepre- bill (H.R. 4755) to inspire women to to retired astronauts, scientists, engineers, neurship Act. I thank my Science Committee enter the aerospace field, including and innovators; and science, technology, engineering, and (4) identify any additional authorities nec- colleagues Ms. ESTY, who authored the bill, essary to institute such a program. and Research and Technology Subcommittee mathematics, through mentorship and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Chairwoman COMSTOCK for their initiative on outreach. ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from this issue. The Clerk read the title of the bill. H.R. 4742 authorizes the National Science The text of the bill is as follows: Virginia (Mrs. COMSTOCK) and the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. ESTY) Foundation (NSF) to use its existing entrepre- H.R. 4755 neurial programs to recruit and support each will control 20 minutes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- The Chair recognizes the gentle- women and help them develop their research resentatives of the United States of America in woman from Virginia. and technology ideas for the marketplace. Congress assembled, STEM education is critical to our country’s SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. GENERAL LEAVE economy and global competitiveness. A well- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Inspiring Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I ask educated and trained STEM workforce pro- the Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Re- unanimous consent that all Members motes our future economic prosperity. searchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women may have 5 legislative days to revise These STEM workers have the potential to Act’’. and extend their remarks and to in- develop technologies that could save thou- SEC. 2. FINDINGS. clude extraneous material on H.R. 4755, sands of lives, jump-start new industries, or The Congress finds that— the bill now under consideration. even discover new worlds. (1) NASA GIRLS and NASA BOYS are vir- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tual mentoring programs using commer- That’s why I authored with Ms. ESTY the objection to the request of the gentle- cially available video chat programs to pair woman from Virginia? STEM Education Act, a new law that strength- National Aeronautics and Space Administra- ens science, technology, engineering and tion mentors with young students anywhere There was no objection. mathematics education efforts at federal in the country. NASA GIRLS and NASA Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I science agencies. It also, for the first time, ex- BOYS give young students the opportunity yield myself such time as I may con- pands the definition of STEM to include com- to interact and learn from real engineers, sume. puter science. The bill was signed by the scientists, and technologists. Mr. Speaker, I rise again to offer an- President last October. (2) The Aspire to Inspire (A2I) program en- other bill, H.R. 4755, the INSPIRE Act. Unfortunately, studies show that only 26 gages young girls to present science, tech- I am pleased to lead this effort along nology, engineering, and mathematics with the chairman and ranking mem- percent of women who attain degrees in (STEM) career opportunities through the STEM fields work in STEM jobs. real lives and jobs of early career women at ber of the Committee on Science, H.R. 4742 encourages NSF to tackle this NASA. Space, and Technology, LAMAR SMITH problem. It enhances women’s ability to trans- (3) The Summer Institute in Science, Tech- and EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, as well as late their enthusiasm, scientific expertise and nology, Engineering, and Research (SISTER) Congresswoman ESTY. research ideas into tangible products and program at the Goddard Space Flight Center This bill authorizes the NASA Ad- businesses. is designed to increase awareness of, and pro- ministrator to encourage young women Inspiring American students to seek science vide an opportunity for, female middle to study science, technology, engineer- school students to be exposed to and explore and math careers is a goal shared by Repub- ing, and mathematics, known as the nontraditional career fields with Goddard STEM fields, and to pursue careers licans and Democrats alike. Some of the most Space Flight Center women engineers, math- energizing and exciting moments of my ematicians, scientists, technicians, and re- that will further advance America’s Science Committee chairmanship have been searchers. space science and exploration efforts interactions with young people who want to SEC. 3. SUPPORTING WOMEN’S INVOLVEMENT IN through support of NASA initiatives, pursue STEM studies and careers. THE FIELDS OF AEROSPACE AND such as NASA GIRLS, Aspire 2 Inspire, At various Committee hearings and robotics SPACE EXPLORATION. and the Summer Institute in Science, competitions in my district, I have encountered The Administrator of the National Aero- Technology, Engineering, and Re- nautics and Space Administration shall en- motivated, talented young people who want search, SISTER. courage women and girls to study science, The goal of NASA GIRLS is to create nothing more than an opportunity to pursue technology, engineering, and mathematics, their dreams. And, in some cases, change the pursue careers in aerospace, and further ad- a virtual mentoring project that offers world with their ideas. vance the Nation’s space science and explo- a one-of-a-kind experience to middle Their passion for learning and science re- ration efforts through support of the fol- school students using online capabili- minds me of why I enjoy serving in Congress lowing initiatives: ties. I should mention there also is a and on the Science Committee. (1) NASA GIRLS and NASA BOYS. NASA BOYS. I again thank Ms. ESTY and Chairwoman (2) Aspire to Inspire. NASA’s vision for Aspire 2 Inspire (3) Summer Institute in Science, Tech- COMSTOCK for their work on this bill. I urge my was to reach out to young girls and nology, Engineering, and Research. colleagues to join me in support of H.R. 4742. present some of the science, tech- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The SEC. 4. PLAN. nology, engineering, and math career question is on the motion offered by Not later than 90 days after the date of en- opportunities through the real lives actment of this Act, the Administrator shall the gentlewoman from Virginia (Mrs. submit to the Committee on Science, Space, and jobs of early career women at COMSTOCK) that the House suspend the and Technology of the House of Representa- NASA. rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4742. tives and the Committee on Commerce, The SISTER program is designed to The question was taken. Science, and Transportation of the Senate a increase awareness of and provide an

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Forty-nine of those women.nasa.gov—to learn more. It is pursue more about science when, as a have flown with NASA. Most Ameri- in these areas in the sciences that we middle schooler, I was at camp and cans are familiar with Sally Ride, the can help ensure America remains a joined my fellow campers staring up at first American woman in space. We all world leader. the Moon for the first spacewalk and remember that special moment when These are the jobs for the 21st cen- landing on the Moon. So I know the this true trailblazer literally raised the tury that we very much want young impact that this can have on a 12- or bar of achievement to new heights. She American women to be engaged and in- 13-year-old. accomplished this milestone in 1983. volved in. I urge my colleagues to sup- H.R. 4755 instructs the NASA Admin- In a lecture she gave at Berkeley port the bill. istrator to support these programs and later, Ride said she saw an ad for being I reserve the balance of my time. other programs that encourage women an astronaut in the student newspaper. Ms. ESTY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- and girls to study science, technology, She said: ‘‘The moment I saw that ad, self such time as I may consume. engineering, and math, as well as to I knew that’s what I wanted to do.’’ I rise today in support of H.R. 4755, pursue careers in aerospace. Now, imagine how so many young the Inspiring the Next Space Pioneers, The bill also calls on NASA to sub- girls can now see so many other women Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers mit a plan to Congress on how it can and be exposed to that kind of leader- Women Act. best facilitate and support current and ship. This bill calls on the NASA Adminis- retired astronauts, scientists, engi- We cannot discuss female firsts in trator to support initiatives that en- neers, and innovators to engage girls space without also discussing Mae courage girls and young women to studying STEM at the K–12 grade lev- Jemison, who was the first African study STEM fields and pursue careers els. American woman in space, also an in- in aerospace. Although retired astronauts, sci- Unfortunately, women are still entists, and engineers can help inspire spired leader. She was inspired by Sally Ride’s underrepresented in many STEM fields, the next generation of NASA sci- achievement; so, she applied to the as- including aerospace, but NASA is entists, early career women—astro- tronaut program in 1983. It was 4 long working hard to change that. nauts, scientists, engineers and They have developed a number of in- innovators—are really instrumental to years before she received the call from novative programs that aim to inspire the success of this plan. NASA, and she was selected as one of and encourage young girls and women It is really invaluable for young 15 candidates out of roughly 2,000 appli- to pursue STEM degrees and STEM ca- women to have experiences interacting cants. reers. with role models who are close to their Her trip to space was aboard the En- These include the NASA GIRLS pro- age who are pursuing careers in the deavor in 1992. She served as a mission gram, the Aspire 2 Inspire program, STEM fields. specialist on STS–47, which was a coop- and the Summer Institute in Science, I really want to thank my Com- erative mission between the U.S. and Technology, Engineering, and Re- mittee on Science, Space, and Tech- Japan, during which 44 life science and search, or SISTER, program. nology colleagues—the gentlewoman materials processing experiments were The NASA GIRLS program is a vir- from Virginia (Mrs. COMSTOCK) for her conducted. STS–47 also happened to be tual mentoring program where middle leadership on this bill; the gentle- the 50th shuttle mission for NASA. school students are mentored by NASA woman from Massachusetts (Ms. Later in 1995, it was Eileen Collins employees online. Clark); the gentlewoman from Texas who became the first female to com- The Aspire 2 Inspire program is an- (Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON), the mand and pilot a spacecraft, STS–63. other online program where girls and ranking member; and the gentleman She also commanded two more space young women can watch films of from Texas (Mr. SMITH), the chair- missions, one in 1997 aboard STS–84, women who have exciting careers at man—for joining together in bringing and one in 2005 aboard STS–114. NASA. This program gives young girls this bill to the floor today. This mission, STS–114, was another a firsthand look at what a STEM ca- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to first, as she became the first astro- reer at NASA could actually entail. support this bill. Seeing as we have no naut—male or female—to fly a space The Summer Institute in Science, other speakers on this side, I am pre- shuttle through a 360-degree pitch ma- Technology, Engineering, and Re- pared to close. neuver so that individuals inside the search, the so-called SISTER program, I yield back the balance of my time. International Space Station could in- is an intensive 1-week program where Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I spect the belly of the shuttle for dam- middle school girls can explore careers yield myself such time as I may con- age. in science, technology, engineering, sume. When asked to give advice for future and math fields with NASA women re- Mr. Speaker, while overall employ- astronauts, Collins stated: ‘‘My advice searchers. ment is only projected to grow by 10 to young people is go into the field you It is almost impossible to overstate percent between 2008 and 2018, careers are most interested in. If you love your the value of exposing young students in STEM-related fields are expected to job, you’ll do well in your job.’’ to STEM role models who look like grow at a much faster rate of 17 per- I know, Mr. Speaker, from my Young them. cent over that same time period. Women Leadership Program, where we I have seen the impact that a single Unfortunately, current statistics are able to get young girls in junior encounter can have on a young person show that women are less likely to high and high school to come and hear when I helped arrange a direct link be- focus on STEM-related studies in col- from young leaders, hearing from these tween an astronaut and 3,000 students lege and, of the women who pursue young astronauts—which we have been in my district when he was in the these areas of study, only 26 percent privileged to hear from often about all International Space Station. will ultimately work in STEM-related their work and the many different It was electric and exciting and in- fields. areas that they work in—has been one spired everyone in that room to think Recognizing the need not only for of the most popular programs. about reaching beyond what they had more women in the workforce, but for There are many other women who seen and what they knew. women to be leaders in the workforce, have contributed to America’s space- Without these sorts of experiences, particularly in the STEM fields, I es- related endeavors, and we want to con- students, especially young girls, may tablished the Young Women Leadership tinue to make sure that that path is think careers in STEM fields are not Program, which I previously men- widened for them. available to them. tioned, where we have been so thrilled

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In the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. women; 8.3 percent of electrical and elec- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being ESTY), to support both of these bills. tronics engineers are women; 17.2 percent of in the affirmative, the ayes have it. I ask you to support H.R. 4755, the In- industrial engineers are women; and 7.2 per- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, on spiring the Next Space Pioneers, cent of mechanical engineers are women. that I demand the yeas and nays. Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers These statistics show that measures need The yeas and nays were ordered. Women Act, or INSPIRE Act. to be taken in order to promote women partici- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I yield back the balance of my time. pation in the fields of science, technology, en- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in gineering, and mathematics and to pursue ca- ceedings on this motion will be post- strong support of H.R. 4755, the Inspiring the reers in aerospace. poned. Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Research- H.R. 4755 is intended to establish paths for f ers, and Explorers Women Act (INSPIRE Act). success at NASA for girls and boys, such as As a senior member of the House of Rep- establishing. The following programs: NASA b 1330 resentatives who has served on the House GIRLS and NASA BOYS, virtual mentoring OCMULGEE MOUNDS NATIONAL Committee on Science I am well aware of the programs, that give young students the oppor- HISTORICAL PARK BOUNDARY excellent work that NASA has done to bring tunity to interact and learn from real engi- REVISION ACT OF 2016 diversity to the space program. neers, scientists, and technologists; Aspire to Houston, where my district is located, is Inspire (A2I) program, which engages young Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I proud that the Johnson Center calls our city girls to present science, technology, engineer- move to suspend the rules and pass the home. ing, and mathematics STEM career opportuni- bill (H.R. 482) to redesignate Ocmulgee Earlier this year, I offered two amendments ties through the real lives and jobs of early ca- National Monument in the State of that were adopted for inclusion in H.R. 2262, reer women at NASA; and Summer Institute in Georgia and revise its boundary, and the SPACE Act, which improve diversity in fu- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Re- for other purposes, as amended. ture space programs. search (SISTER) program at the Goddard The Clerk read the title of the bill. One Jackson Lee Amendment facilitates the Space Flight Center, which is designed to in- The text of the bill is as follows: participation of HBCUs, Hispanic Serving Insti- crease awareness of, and provide an oppor- H.R. 482 tutions; National Indian institutions, in fellow- tunity for, female middle school students to be Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ships, work-study, and employment opportuni- exposed to and explore nontraditional career resentatives of the United States of America in ties in the emerging commercial space indus- fields with Goddard Space Flight Center Congress assembled, try. women engineers, mathematicians, scientists, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. The second Jackson Lee Amendment re- technicians, and researchers. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Ocmulgee quires work with small business concerns I urge my colleagues to join me in voting to Mounds National Historical Park Boundary Re- owned and controlled by women and minori- pass H.R. 4755. vision Act of 2016’’. ties. Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, science, SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. One of the most enduring difficulties faced technology, engineering and math are critical In this Act: by underrepresented populations in the STEM to America’s future prosperity. (1) MAP.—The term ‘‘map’’ means the map en- field is a lack of awareness and understanding titled ‘‘Ocmulgee National Monument Proposed Women are unfortunately underrepresented Boundary Adjustment, numbered 363/125996’’, of the connection between STEM and employ- in STEM careers. Despite representing nearly and dated January 2016. ment opportunities. half of the college-educated and total U.S. (2) HISTORICAL PARK.—The term ‘‘Historical In 2012, a survey found that despite the na- workforce, women account for less than 25 Park’’ means the Ocmulgee Mounds National tion’s growing demand for more workers in percent of America’s STEM workforce. Historical Park in the State of Georgia, as redes- science, technology, engineering, and math Supporting women’s involvement in the ignated in section 3. grows, the skills gap among the largest ethnic fields of aerospace and space exploration (3) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ means and racial minorities groups remain stubbornly should be an important part of NASA’s mis- the Secretary of the Interior. wide. sion. SEC. 3. OCMULGEE MOUNDS NATIONAL HISTOR- Blacks and Latinos account for only 7 per- Current NASA programs such as NASA ICAL PARK. (a) REDESIGNATION.—Ocmulgee National cent, of the STEM workforce despite rep- GIRLS and NASA BOYS are important and Monument, established pursuant to the Act of resenting 28 percent of the U.S. population. give young students the opportunity to interact June 14, 1934 (48 Stat. 958), shall be known and I have worked hard to help small business and learn from real NASA engineers, sci- designated as ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds National His- owners to fully realize their potential. entists, and technologists. torical Park’’. That is why I support entrepreneurial devel- They provide virtual mentoring that use (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, opment programs, including the Small Busi- commercially available video chat programs to map, regulation, document, paper, or other ness Development Center and Women’s Busi- pair NASA innovators with young students record of the United States to ‘‘Ocmulgee Na- ness Center programs. across the country. tional Monument’’, other than in this Act, shall Statistics show that women remain under- H.R. 4755 builds upon this success. It be deemed to be a reference to ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park’’. represented in the science and engineering leverages NASA’s talent pool of current and SEC. 4. BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. workforce, although to a lesser degree than in retired astronauts, and early career female sci- (a) IN GENERAL.—The boundary of the Histor- the past, with the greatest disparities occurring entists, engineers, and innovators to inform ical Park is revised to include approximately in engineering, computer science, and the and inspire young women to pursue their 2,100 acres, as generally depicted on the map. physical sciences (NSF, Science & Engineer- dreams in science, technology, engineering, (b) AVAILABILITY OF MAP.—The map shall be ing Indicators, 2014). and mathematics. One day, these young peo- on file and available for public inspection in the Female scientists and engineers are con- ple will push the boundaries of space. appropriate offices of the National Park Service, centrated in different occupations than are Space can be a catalyst for inspiring young the Department of the Interior. men, with relatively high shares of women in girls to enter the STEM fields. By doing our SEC. 5. LAND ACQUISITION; NO BUFFER ZONES. the social sciences (58 percent); biological part to support their engagement in space with (a) LAND ACQUISITION.—The Secretary is au- and medical sciences (48 percent); relatively this legislation, we are investing in the futures thorized to acquire land and interests in land low shares in engineering (13 percent); com- of our daughters, nieces, and grandchildren. within the boundaries of the Historical Park by donation or exchange only (and in the case of puter and mathematical sciences (25 percent) I again want to thank the bill sponsor, Re- an exchange, no payment may be made by the (NSF, Science & Engineering Indicators, search and Technology Subcommittee Chair- Secretary to any landowner). The Secretary 2014). woman COMSTOCK for her leadership on this may not acquire by condemnation any land or According to the U.S. Labor Department, al- topic. I encourage my colleagues to support interest in land within the boundaries of the though women make up nearly 50% of the this bill. Historical Park. No private property or non-

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The study will also examine ties for hunting, camping, fishing, and the boundaries of the Historical Park without the national significance of the site, as other recreational activities. the written consent of the owner of such prop- well as the best methods and means for The legislation enjoys widespread erty. ensuring protection and interpretation local support, including Macon-Bibb (b) NO BUFFER ZONES.—Nothing in this Act, Mayor Robert Reichert, the Macon- the establishment of the Historical Park, or the of this area. management of the Historical Park shall be con- This bill passed out of the committee Bibb Chamber of Commerce, the strued to create buffer zones outside of the His- by unanimous consent, and I urge my Macon-Bibb Business Bureau, the torical Park. That an activity or use can be seen colleagues to vote in favor of its pas- Macon-Bibb Commission, the Macon- or heard from within the Historical Park shall sage today. Bibb Economic Development Commis- not preclude the conduct of that activity or use I reserve the balance of my time. sion, the Ocmulgee National Park and outside the Historical Park. Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield Preserve Association, and the Inter- SEC. 6. ADMINISTRATION. such time he may consume to the gen- Tribal Council of the Five Civilized The Secretary shall administer any land ac- tleman from Georgia (Mr. BISHOP). Tribes: Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, quired under section 5 as part of the Historical Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. I thank the Muscogee (Creek), and Seminole. Park in accordance with applicable laws and gentlewoman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I include in the RECORD regulations. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support letters in support of this legislation. SEC. 7. OCMULGEE RIVER CORRIDOR SPECIAL RE- OFFICE OF THE MAYOR, SOURCE STUDY. of H.R. 482, the Ocmulgee Mounds Na- Macon-Bibb County, June 12, 2015. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall conduct tional Historical Park Boundary Revi- Re HR–482 Ocmulgee Mounds National His- a special resource study of the Ocmulgee River sion Act of 2016. toric Park Boundary Revision Act of corridor between the cities of Macon, Georgia, First, I want to thank the coauthor 2015. and Hawkinsville, Georgia, to determine— of this legislation, my friend and col- (1) the national significance of the study area; league, Representative AUSTIN SCOTT. Hon. TOM MCCLINTOCK, (2) the suitability and feasibility of adding He has been a tireless advocate on be- Chairman, Subcommittee on Public Lands and lands in the study area to the National Park Environmental, House Committee of Natural half of this legislation, and we would Resources, Washington, DC. System; and not be where we are today without his (3) the methods and means for the protection Hon. NIKI TSONGAS, and interpretation of the study area by the Na- help, advice, and collaboration. Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Public tional Park Service, other Federal, State, local I would also like to thank Chairman Lands and Environmental, House Com- government entities, affiliated federally recog- ROB BISHOP and Ranking Member GRI- mittee of Natural Resources, Washington, nized Indian tribes, or private or nonprofit orga- JALVA of the full House Natural Re- DC. nizations. sources Committee for their work in DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCLINTOCK AND MS. (b) CRITERIA.—The Secretary shall conduct TSONGAS: Please accept this letter as an en- bringing this bill to the House floor thusiastic endorsement of HR–482! Ocmulgee the study authorized by this Act in accordance this afternoon. with section 100507 of title 54, United States National Monument became a part of the Na- Chairman TOM MCCLINTOCK and Code. tional Park Service in the 1930’s after an ar- Ranking Member NIKI TSONGAS of the cheological excavation revealed evidence of (c) RESULTS OF STUDY.—Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made Federal Lands Subcommittee have continual human habitation since the last available to carry out this section, the Secretary been extremely helpful, and I want to ice age, 12–14,000 years ago. In addition, Na- tive Americans built an earthen floor council shall submit to the Committee on Natural Re- commend them and their staffs, espe- chamber which is now 1,000 years old and is sources of the House of Representatives and the cially Terry Camp and Brandon one of the best surviving examples of their Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of Bragato, for their efforts. culture. the Senate— Mr. Speaker, there are few, if any, On behalf of the 155,000 people living in (1) the results of the study; and historic sites in the United States that Macon-Bibb County and the 122,799 people (2) any findings, conclusions, and rec- have evidence of continuous human from 48 states and 41 countries covering six ommendations of the Secretary. habitation from so long ago, when the continents that visited the Ocmulgee Na- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. first nomadic people came to North tional Monument last year, I am writing to STEWART). Pursuant to the rule, the America to hunt Ice Age mammals and urge you to support HR–482 when it comes before your subcommittee on June 16. Its gentleman from California (Mr. began to settle the Macon Plateau. MCCLINTOCK) and the gentlewoman passage would: It is what makes the Ocmulgee Na- Expand the park boundary to more than from Massachusetts (Ms. TSONGAS) tional Monument so unique. On its 702 2,000 acres from its current 700 acres; and in- each will control 20 minutes. acres, one can find archeological evi- clude additional artifacts and sites which de- The Chair recognizes the gentleman dence from these first nomads, the serve federal protection; (There is no federal from California. mound builders of the Mississippian funding for land acquisition; this bill merely GENERAL LEAVE Period, British traders of the late 17th authorizes inclusion of additional property that may be voluntarily contributed or ac- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I century, and the Civil War. quired with private funds into the boundary ask unanimous consent that all Mem- Our bipartisan legislation consists of of the Park.) bers may have 5 legislative days to re- three parts. First, it will expand the Change the name from Ocmulgee National vise and extend their remarks and in- boundaries from approximately 702 Monument to ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds National clude extraneous materials on the bill acres to over 2,800 acres, providing pro- Historic Park’’ to better describe the site; under consideration. tection to additional archeological re- Authorize a resource study (again to be The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there sources, linking two noncontiguous privately funded) to determine if the Park could be incorporated, along with other prop- objection to the request of the gen- areas, and improving the site’s connec- erties, into a Natural Preserve along the tleman from California? tion to the city of Macon-Bibb, Geor- Ocmulgee River to provide hunting and fish- There was no objection. gia. ing opportunities and promote environ- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I Most of the land will be donated from mental education, health and wellness, and yield myself such time as I may con- nonprofit associations and government public enjoyment. sume. agencies. Property would also be ac- The expansion and reclassification of the Mr. Speaker, H.R. 482, introduced by quired only from willing donors or sell- National Monument went through a very highly-publicized community input process, Representative SANFORD BISHOP of ers, subject to the availability of fund- and it was overwhelmingly supported by Georgia, would redesignate the ing. thousands of people from our community, Ocmulgee National Monument in Geor- Second, the bill will change the name our region, and our state. We know the peo- gia as the Ocmulgee Mounds National from Ocmulgee National Monument to ple of Georgia are excited and anxious to Historical Park and adjust the bound- Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic take this step and have this treasure in their ary of the historical park to include Park, which would increase name rec- backyard, both for their own enjoyment and approximately 2,100 new acres. ognition and draw additional visitors for the enjoyment of their families, friends Additionally, the bill directs the De- from across the country. and visitors. The expansion of the Ocmulgee National partment of the Interior to conduct a Finally, H.R. 482 would authorize a Monument would be a very positive develop- special resource study to determine the resources study to explore the possi- ment for our entire region, and it is one of feasibility of adding the Ocmulgee bility of expanding the park even fur- several initiatives Macon-Bibb County is un- River corridor to the National Park ther and include additional opportuni- dertaking to provide additional green space

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.013 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1520 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 and passive recreational opportunities with- HR 482 will honor the ancestral story of documenting 17,000 years of human presence in our community. This effort is so impor- the Muscogee Creek and other southeastern in the region, from the last Ice Age, up tant to us. It is one of our top projects de- Native peoples, will promote tourism and through the era of the Mississippian mound tailed in our new government’s first Stra- boost economic growth, and will provide new builders, and on into the periods of Spanish tegic Plan, opportunities for education and public enjoy- exploration, English colonization, and the HR–482 will be a significant part of, not ment. For these reasons, we urge you to co- early American frontier. In addition to this only preserving and protecting our heritage, sponsor and support passage of this bill. incredible history, Georgia’s national park but also, developing miles of trail, Thank you for your kind consideration of units are important drivers of a State recre- greenspace, and a park along our Ocmulgee this request. ation and tourism economy that is valued at River. Your support of this legislation will Sincerely, roughly $24 billion annually. dramatically improve Middle Georgia, and I BRIAN P. ADAMS, The bipartisan bill now before Congress hope it will receive your favorable consider- President, Board of Directors, will achieve numerous goals supported by ation, Ocmulgee National Park & Preserve Initiative. the State, including the following. Thank you. Enhanced historical preservation for ex- Yours truly, SEPTEMBER 1, 2015. ceptional cultural resources in a place de- ROBERT A. B. REICHERT, Hon. TOM MCCLINTOCK, scribed by the National Trust for Historic Mayor. Chairman, Subcommittee on Federal Lands, Preservation as ranking among the nation’s House Committee on Natural Resources, richest archaeological areas, thereby hon- OCMULGEE NATIONAL House of Representatives, Washington, DC. oring the ancestral story of the Muscogee PARK & PRESERVE INITIATIVE, Hon. NIKI TSONGAS, Creek and other southeastern Native peo- Macon, GA, June 12, 2015. Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Federal ples. Please support HR 482: The Ocmulgee Lands, House Committee on Natural Re- Re-designation of the unit as a National Mounds National Historical Park Bound- sources, House of Representatives, Wash- Historical Park, increasing the park’s name ary Revision Act of 2015. ington, DC. recognition and the region’s standing as a DEAR MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE SUB- DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCLINTOCK AND RANKING national and international travel destina- COMMITTEE ON FEDERAL LANDS: The MEMBER TSONGAS: I write in support of H.R. tion, and enriching recreational amenities Ocmulgee National Park & Preserve Initia- 482, the Ocmulgee Mounds National Histor- and the quality of life for Georgia residents tive (ONPPI) is a community-based group of ical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2015, and military personnel stationed at nearby Middle Georgia citizens working together to This important piece of legislation would, if Robins Air Force Base; all in keeping with further protect the current Ocmulgee Na- enacted: 1) rename and give National Histor- actions outlined in Georgia’s Statewide tional Monument and eventually expand the ical Park status to the Ocmulgee National Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan current site into the first National Park and Monument; 2) considerably expand the park’s (SCORP). Preserve east of the Mississippi River. I am boundaries; and 3) commission a special re- Augmented protection within an extended writing on behalf of myself and our 190 mem- source study of the Ocmulgee corridor that area of important wildlife habitat and nat- bers to urge your support of HR 482: The focuses on how best to protect and develop ural resources that has been identified as one Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park this area of land in the future, and in such a of the highest priority landscapes for con- Boundary Revision Act of 2015, when it way as to allow for expanded recreational ac- servation under Georgia’s State Wildlife Ac- comes before the subcommittee on Tuesday, tivities such as hunting and fishing. tion Plan (SWAP). June 16th. Because of its rich archeological signifi- Authorization of a special resource study HR 482 would: 1) expand the current park cance—which chronicles the history of man of the Ocmulgee River corridor between the boundary from approximately 700 acres to and womankind from the last Ice Age, cities of Macon and Hawkinsville that will, over 2,000 acres; 2) change the name from through the Mound Builder period, and on- among other things, provide a mechanism ‘‘Ocmulgee National Monument’’ to wards to today—this land should be pre- for examining options to safeguard public ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical served so that future generations can learn hunting areas and hunting as an important Park’’; and 3) authorize a resource study to from, and enjoy, its cultural treasures. And recreational activity, as well as ways that determine if the park should be expanded for many southeastern Native peoples, in- conservation of public hunting lands might further to consolidate existing public lands, cluding the Muscogee (Creek), who were forc- contribute toward enhancing base-compat- protect hunting, and fishing, and provide ad- ibly removed from these lands and relocated ible land use along the eastern boundary of ditional opportunities for education, recre- to the West, this land is of inestimable Robins Air Force Base, ensuring its contin- ation and public enjoyment. value. In fact, in October of 2014, the Inter- ued viability as a regional military and eco- The Ocmulgee National Monument was au- Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes nomic hub; all in conformity with resolu- thorized by Congress in 1934 to protect a (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee tions passed by both chambers of the Georgia unique Native American cultural landscape (Creek), and Seminole Nations), representing General Assembly in 2004 (Georgia HR 1256 & that the National Trust for Historic Preser- over 500,000 Indian people throughout the SR 755), urging ‘‘. . . the Congress of the vation has declared as ranking among the United States, voiced its support of the United States to consider creating a national nation’s richest archaeological areas. Unfor- measures in this Act. preserve . . . to protect land and other nat- tunately, when the park was created during Accordingly, I urge you to help ensure that ural resources and promote hunting and fish- the Great Depression, only a fraction of the this legislation is enacted. Thank you for ing . . . in a continuous corridor of the area could be preserved and many significant your time and consideration. Ocmulgee and Altamaha Rivers . . .’’ resources were left unprotected. The current Sincerely, Responsiveness to resolutions and letters bill seeks to fulfill the original intent of MARY FALLIN, in support of H.R. 482 submitted by the fol- Congress by preserving a larger portion of Governor of the State of Oklahoma. lowing entities: the area. the City of Macon—Bibb County Commis- This legislation has already received the STATE OF GEORGIA, sion & Mayor, endorsement of over 15 local governments, OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, the City of Centerville Council & Mayor, chambers of commerce, and other civic orga- Atlanta 30334–0900, August 26. 2015. the City of Perry Council & Mayor, nizations in Georgia as they all recognize the Hon. TOM MCCLINTOCK, the City of Hawkinsville Commission, potential economic impact for their commu- Chairman, Subcommittee on Federal Lands, the City of Warner Robins Council & nity and the state. In addition, resolutions of House Committee on Natural Resources, Mayor, support have been passed by Oklahoma’s House of Representatives, Washington, DC. the Wilkinson County Board of Commis- Muscogee Creek Nation, as well as the Inter- Hon. NIKI TSONGAS, sioners, Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Federal the City of Jeffersonville & Twiggs County (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee Lands, House Committee on Natural Re- Development Authority, (Creek), and Seminole Nations), representing sources, House of Representatives, Wash- the Middle Georgia Regional Commission, more than 500,000 Indian people across the ington, DC. the Peach County Development Authority; United States. DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCLINTOCK AND RANKING the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce, As you may know, Georgia’s National Park MEMBER TSONGAS: I am writing at the re- the City of Hawkinsville—Pulaski County units are major drivers of the state’s recre- quest of Congressman Austin Scott and Con- Chamber of Commerce, ation and tourism economy. In 2013, they at- gressman Sanford Bishop, in my capacity as the Georgia Small Business Lender Board tracted nearly 7.5 million visitors and gen- Governor of Georgia, to express my support of Directors, erated over $375 million in visitor spending. for H.R. 482, the ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds National the Houston County Development Author- The National Parks receive just 1/15th of 1– Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of ity, percent of the federal budget, or around $3 2015’’ and to request your careful consider- the Historic Macon Foundation, billion annually, yet the parks generate over ation and approval of this legislation. the City of Macon—Bibb County Urban De- $30 billion in economic activity related to The Ocmulgee National Monument, au- velopment Authority, travel, tourism, and outdoor recreation, thorized by Congress in 1934 and created by the Southeast Tourism Society, drawing visitors from around the globe to land donations in 1936, preserves the unique the Macon-Bibb County Convention & Visi- local gateway communities. Native American history of the southeast, tors Bureau,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.028 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1521 the Macon Economic Development Com- tect historic properties and traditional cul- the current Ocmulgee National Monu- mission, and tural properties within respective ancestral ment and bolster the economy and cul- NewTown Macon; homelands in the American Southeast; and tural life of Georgia, and beyond. I urge as well as resolutions passed by the fol- Whereas, the historic Ocmulgee Old Fields, lowing tribal governmental organizations in an expansive, culturally defining historic my colleagues to support this legisla- Oklahoma representing over 500,000 Indian landscape on the Fall-line of the Ocmulgee tion. people throughout the United States: River at Macon, Georgia is of significant im- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and portance to the Muscogee (Creek) people; yield such time as he may consume to the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civ- and the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. AUS- ilized Tribes. Whereas, the United States Congress, in In closing, companion legislation to H.R. TIN SCOTT), my friend and the cospon- recognition of the significance of the many sor of this measure. 482 has been introduced in the United States historic Muscogean properties existing with- Senate (S. 1696) by senior Georgia Senator Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. in the Ocmulgee Old Fields region, in 1934, Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. Johnny Isakson and co-sponsored by Geor- authorized the United States National Park gia’s junior Senator David Perdue (S. 1696). Service to establish the Ocmulgee National 482, the Ocmulgee Mounds National In view of this extraordinary level of sup- Monument as a means to preserve the his- Historical Park Boundary Act of 2016. port, I ask for your assistance in gaining the toric landscape; and I would like to thank my colleague, timely enactment of H.R. 482. Whereas, in 1966 the Ocmulgee National Congressman SANFORD BISHOP of Geor- Thank you for your consideration. Monument was listed on the National Reg- gia. We have had many meetings in NATHAN DEAL. ister of Historic Places; and Washington, as well as back in the dis- Whereas, in 1997 the National Park Service trict, on this particular issue. Cer- GREATER MACON designated the Ocmulgee National Monu- CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, ment as a Traditional Cultural Property and tainly I have enjoyed working with Macon, Georgia, June 11, 2015. the first recognized Traditional Cultural him on it. Hon. TOM MCCLINTOCK, Property east of the Mississippi River; and Today’s vote marks an important Chairman, Subcommittee on Public Lands and Whereas, the National Historic Preserva- milestone in many years of effort to Environmental Protection, House Committee tion Act of 1966, was amended in 1992 to en- bring about increased recognition and of Natural Resources, Washington, DC. sure that Tribes are provided a meaningful enhance cultural preservation of the DEAR CHAIRMAN MCCLINTOCK: I am writing role in federal decisions under Section 106 of in strong support of H.R. 482, the Ocmulgee Ocmulgee National Monument. the Act; and The Ocmulgee National Monument Mounds National Historical Park Boundary Whereas, the National Park Service has Revision Act of 2015 which states that the now introduced legislation within both was originally authorized by Congress Ocmulgee National Monument shall be houses of the United States Congress re- in 1934 to protect the Old Ocmulgee known and designated as ‘‘Ocmulgee Mounds questing authorization to extend its protec- Fields, which includes a network of National Historical Park’’. tive stewardship over a broader area of the very well-preserved Indian mounds of The boundary of the Historical Park will historic Ocmulgee Old Fields through its great historical importance. The his- be revised to include approximately 2,100 proposed incorporation of 2100 acres of the acres and will provide protection of impor- tory of the fields can be traced back to Ocmulgee Old Fields landscape into the Native Americans who first came to tant archaeological resources. This revision Ocmulgee National Monument; and will provide additional recreational opportu- Whereas, the Government of the Muscogee the site during the Paleo-Indian period nities, leading to increased visitation thus (Creek) Nation has determined that the pro- to hunt Ice Age mammals. more economic impact. Macon citizens are posed National Park Service expansion of The park is unique in that it vividly understandably proud to have this grand the Ocmulgee National Monument boundary displays the story of many stages of park within the city limits, and are thankful within the historic Ocmulgee Old Fields re- prehistoric cultural development, in- that city leaders realized the importance of gion is consistent with and is in accord with cluding the Mound Builder period, and the mounds back in 1936. That was the year preservation interests within the Ocmulgee highlights the important role of agri- that the Ocmulgee National Monument was Old Fields; and established as a memorial to some of the culture in the region. Whereas, the Government of the Muscogee I am proud to represent this area of original settlers on the North American con- (Creek) Nation has supported the proposed tinent. We believe that adding the word National Park Service expansion of the middle Georgia, along with Congress- ‘‘mounds’’ to the monument’s name will help Ocmulgee National Monument and is now en- man SANFORD BISHOP. Our offices have Americans more quickly understand the gaged in active support for legislation pend- worked, along with many regional monument’s connection to the Mississip- ing in Congress to authorize said action. community partners, to advance this pians and later, to the Creeks. After all, it is Now therefore be it resolved that, the ITC goal. ‘‘mounds’’ that attract visitors who come to does hereby support the proposed National By expanding the current Ocmulgee learn about the cultures that were here hun- Park Service expansion of the geographic National Monument from 700 acres to dreds of years before the Europeans came. boundaries of the Ocmulgee National Monu- Recently the National Park Service did an ment within the historic Ocmulgee Old over 2,000 acres and redesignating the economic impact study based on Ocmulgee’s Fields region and hereby requests of the area as a National Historic Park, this 2014 visitation and determined that the park United States Congress deliberate and quick legislation will provide significant eco- had a $6,887,000 impact on our local commu- action toward enacting authorizing legisla- nomic, educational, and cultural bene- nity. Macon and its people are proud of the tion. fits to middle Georgia. Monument, and we believe that this change CERTIFICATION Additionally, H.R. 482 will reauthor- will help encourage even more tourism and economic activity in the area. The foregoing resolution was adopted by ize a study for future expansions and The Chamber fully supports H. R. 482 and the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized include increased opportunities for appreciates your support as well. Tribes meeting in Durant, Oklahoma on this hunting, fishing, camping, and other Sincerely, 10th day of October, 2014, by a vote of 5 for, recreational activities. JAMES M. DYER, 0 against, and 0 abstentions. The expansion of the Ocmulgee Na- President & CEO. BILL ANOATUBBY, tional Monument area provides for Governor, The Chicka- critical preservation of additional ar- THE INTER-TRIBAL COUNCIL OF THE FIVE saw Nation. CIVILIZED TRIBES GARY BATTON, cheological locations through the Old A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING UNITED STATES NA- Chief, Choctaw Nation Ocmulgee Fields. Because of its signifi- TIONAL PARK SERVICE’S EXPANSION OF of Oklahoma. cant historical and archeological im- OCMULGEE NATIONAL MONUMENT AND RE- BILL JOHN BAKER, portance, the future Ocmulgee Mounds QUESTING CONGRESSIONAL ENACTMENT OF AU- Principal Chief, Cher- National Historic Park must be pre- THORIZED LEGISLATION okee Nation. served. Resolution No. 14–31 GEORGE TIGER, The expanded park also will generate Principal Chief, Whereas, the Inter-Tribal Council of the Muscogee (Creek) additional tourism in middle Georgia, Five Civilized Tribes (ITC) is an organization Nation. while educating visitors on the fas- that unites the tribal governments of the LEONARD M. HARJO, cinating history of the many civiliza- Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee Principal Chief, Semi- tions that have thrived in the region. (Creek), and Seminole Nations, representing nole Nation of Okla- However, it should be noted that the over 500,000 Indian people throughout the homa. United States; and property in the proposed expansion Whereas, the ITC strongly supports actions Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. In short, I area would be acquired only from will- of its member nations to preserve and to pro- believe that H.R. 482 will strengthen ing donors or sellers using private

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(2) by adding at the end the following: This bill simply makes that change and I want to close by noting that this ‘‘(4) ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE CONDI- authorizes the use of the Colt Armory TIONS.—No non-Federal property may be in- Complex. legislation is a true example of what cluded in the park without the written consent can be achieved when local, State, and of the owner. The establishment of the park or I support this simple fix to the ena- Federal leaders work together towards the management of the park shall not be con- bling legislation that responds to the a common goal. strued to create buffer zones outside of the park. on-the-ground dynamics of this par- The Ocmulgee Mounds National His- That activities or uses can be seen, heard or de- ticular park, and I want to thank the torical Park Boundary Act was created tected from areas within the park shall not pre- majority and my colleagues on the from the ground up with many letters clude, limit, control, regulate, or determine the Natural Resources Committee for expe- of support from the Macon-Bibb area conduct or management of activities or uses out- dited review of this legislation. side of the park.’’. and well over 3,000 comments from in- I reserve the balance of my time. dividuals and community groups in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- b 1345 ant to the rule, the gentleman from support of the expansion. Without this Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I re- collaboration at every level, none of California (Mr. MCCLINTOCK) and the gentlewoman from Massachusetts (Ms. serve the balance of my time. this would be possible. Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield TSONGAS) each will control 20 minutes. I urge my colleagues to vote in favor such time as he may consume to the of H.R. 482, the Ocmulgee Mounds Na- The Chair recognizes the gentleman from California. gentleman from Connecticut (Mr. LAR- tional Historical Park Boundary Act of SON), my distinguished colleague. 2016. GENERAL LEAVE Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I Speaker, I want to thank my colleague myself such time as I may consume. ask unanimous consent that all Mem- from Massachusetts for yielding this Mr. Speaker, due to its rich and di- bers may have 5 legislative days to re- time. And I say, with a note of pride, verse history, it is really only fitting vise and extend their remarks and in- that Lowell, Massachusetts, served and that the future Ocmulgee Mounds Na- clude extraneous materials on the bill continues to serve as a model for urban tional Historical Park be preserved as under consideration. national parks upon which we based a lasting memorial to the native cul- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Coltsville becoming a national historic tures, historic structures, and priceless objection to the request of the gen- park. natural resources that reside on the tleman from California? I want to thank Chairman MCCLIN- land. There was no objection. TOCK also for his words. Both he and I want to thank Representative SAN- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I Representative TSONGAS have outlined FORD BISHOP, who worked in partner- yield myself such time as I may con- what this does. This has been great ship with Representative AUSTIN sume. work by a number of people on this SCOTT—both of Georgia—for their work Mr. Speaker, H.R. 2857, introduced by committee in a nonpartisan way. on this bill, and I urge my colleagues Representative JOHN LARSON of Con- I would just add, Mr. Speaker, that in to support its adoption. necticut, modifies a condition that the Chairman MCCLINTOCK’s brief history Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Park Service acquire 10,000 square feet of Coltsville, that Samuel Colt died in of my time. of space in East Armory to allow the 1862, and not many people realize this. Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I am NPS to acquire that space within any So it was actually Elizabeth Colt, very pleased to recommend this bill to part of the Colt Armory Complex in though she could not vote at the time, the House, and I urge its adoption. Hartford, Connecticut. who was in charge of what was one of Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Coltsville was the home of Samuel the top five corporations in America at of my time. Colt’s industrial enterprise, the Colt that time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Firearms Company. In Hartford, Sam- As the chairman alluded to, it was, question is on the motion offered by uel Colt developed the use of the as- as a lot of New England was, the center the gentleman from California (Mr. sembly line and highly mechanized of the industrial revolution. It is also MCCLINTOCK) that the House suspend techniques. Colt Manufacturing not where Mr. Ford came to study and the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 482, as only transformed the firearms indus- looked at the assembly line. And Pratt amended. try, but was a major contributor to the & Whitney did internships, the famous The question was taken; and (two- industrial revolution by pioneering the Pratt & Whitney aircraft company, and thirds being in the affirmative) the use of interchangeable parts and preci- it spawned the bicycle, the automobile, rules were suspended and the bill, as sion manufacturing. and the typewriter, all of which came amended, was passed. This small modification to current from the great city of Hartford at the A motion to reconsider was laid on law would provide the Park Service time. the table. flexibility in selecting a location for I want to thank the neighborhood for f park administrative offices and visitor the collaborative effort, but especially services at the Coltsville site. I am the Governor of the State, Governor AMENDMENT TO COLTSVILLE NA- grateful for Mr. LARSON’s hard work to Malloy, for his hard work; former- TIONAL HISTORICAL PARK DO- establish the Coltsville Historical Mayor Segarra; Mayor Luke Bronin, NATION SITE Park, and urge my colleagues to vote the current mayor; Park Super- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I in favor of its passage today. intendent James Woolsey, who, as Rep- move to suspend the rules and pass the I reserve the balance of my time. resentative TSONGAS rightly pointed bill (H.R. 2857) to facilitate the addi- Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield out, when they went to the site and tion of park administration at the myself such time as I may consume. looked at the spectacular site, in the Coltsville National Historical Park, Thanks to the leadership and hard review, realized that there was a better and for other purposes, as amended. work of my colleague, Representative way to facilitate people seeing it and The Clerk read the title of the bill. LARSON of Connecticut, Congress estab- locating a section in this historic The text of the bill is as follows: lished the Coltsville National Histor- brownstone area, which this technical H.R. 2857 ical Park at the end of 2014. change in the legislation allows them Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- The law that established the park au- to do. resentatives of the United States of America in thorized the National Park Service to As Representative TSONGAS said, this Congress assembled, utilize a 10,000 square foot building was done in an expedited manner, so I

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Mr. Speaker, I it was his leadership and that of Rank- Congress assembled, ask unanimous consent that all Mem- ing Member GRIJALVA that brought SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. bers may have 5 legislative days to re- this to fruition. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Gulf Islands National Seashore Land Exchange Act of 2016’’. vise and extend their remarks and in- So this is, again, yet another dem- SEC. 2. LAND EXCHANGE, GULF ISLANDS NA- clude extraneous material on the bill onstration of what can happen when TIONAL SEASHORE, JACKSON COUN- under consideration. everybody pulls together. And cer- TY, MISSISSIPPI. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tainly, on the 100th anniversary of our (a) LAND EXCHANGE AUTHORIZED.—The Sec- objection to the request of the gen- National Park Service, to preserve this retary of the Interior, acting through the Direc- tleman from California? historic landmark and to do it in a tor of the National Park Service (in this section There was no objection. referred to as the ‘‘Secretary’’) may convey to manner that is consistent with making Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5699 (in this sure that our national treasures here, section referred to as the ‘‘Post’’) all right, title, yield myself such time as I may con- whether they be our enormous national and interest of the United States in and to a sume. parks in the West or on the East Coast, parcel of real property, consisting of approxi- Mr. Speaker, H.R. 4119, introduced by a number of our treasures, historic mately 1.542 acres and located within the Gulf the gentleman from Mississippi (Mr. treasures. Islands National Seashore in Jackson County, PALAZZO), authorizes the Park Service I would note that, at the confluence Mississippi, section 34, township 7 north, range to convey to the Veterans of Foreign 8 east. of a national historic river, a Blueways Wars, Post 5699, 11⁄2 acres located with- (b) LAND TO BE ACQUIRED.—In exchange for and Greenways national historic en- the property described in subsection (a), the in the Gulf Islands National Seashore deavor, that this national park is lo- Post shall convey to the Secretary all right, in Jackson County, Mississippi, in ex- cated. It is that confluence and the title, and interest of the Post in and to a parcel change for a 2.2-acre parcel of land work of this committee in recognizing of real property, consisting of approximately opened by the VFW post. the historic achievement of Samuel 2.161 acres and located in Jackson County, Mis- This bill benefits both the VFW post and Elizabeth Colt that we are so dear- sissippi, section 34, township 7 north, range 8 and the Park Service, as it provides the ly proud of, not only in Hartford, but east. VFW post with permanent access to across this Nation. (c) EQUAL VALUE EXCHANGE.—The values of their facility via a long driveway cur- the parcels of real property to be exchanged I thank, again, Chairman MCCLIN- under this section are deemed to be equal. rently owned by the Park Service, TOCK, and I want to thank, again, my (d) PAYMENT OF COSTS OF CONVEYANCE.— while adding land contiguous to Gulf dear friend, the ranking member, Ms. (1) PAYMENT REQUIRED.—The Secretary shall Islands National Seashore. I urge my TSONGAS. require the Post to cover costs to be incurred by colleagues to vote in favor of its pas- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for sage today. would only add that I look forward to such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry I reserve the balance of my time. working with my colleagues across the out the land exchange under this section, in- Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield cluding survey costs, costs related to environ- aisle on those reforms to restore the mental documentation, and any other adminis- myself such time as I may consume. free market principles that made trative costs related to the land exchange. If H.R. 4119 is a simple, bipartisan bill America the manufacturing capital of amounts are collected from the Secretary in ad- that authorizes the exchange of two the world, so that those great days vance of the Secretary incurring the actual costs small parcels of land to provide needed that gave birth to success stories like and the amount collected exceeds the costs actu- access for our veterans in Mississippi. Colt and the prosperity they meant for ally incurred by the Secretary to carry out the The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post our Nation can be reproduced in this land exchange, the Secretary shall refund the 5699 is located adjacent to a portion of generation. excess amount to the Post. Gulf Islands National Seashore. And (2) TREATMENT OF AMOUNTS RECEIVED.— I reserve the balance of my time. Amounts received as reimbursement under para- while have having a national park in Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield graph (1) shall be credited to the fund or ac- your backyard is a desirable condition, back the balance of my time. count that was used to cover those costs in- the post has found themselves land- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I am curred by the Secretary in carrying out the land locked and in need of direct access to very pleased to commend this measure exchange. Amounts so credited shall be merged their facility. to the House and ask for its adoption. with amounts in such fund or account and shall To solve this issue, the Gulf Islands I yield back the balance of my time. be available for the same purposes, and subject National Seashore Land Exchange Act The SPEAKER pro tempore. The to the same conditions and limitations, as will exchange approximately 2 acres of amounts in such fund or account. land owned by the VFW with 1.5 acres question is on the motion offered by (e) DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY.—The exact the gentleman from California (Mr. acreage and legal description of property to be owned by the Federal Government. The MCCLINTOCK) that the House suspend exchanged under this section shall be deter- acreage acquired by the VFW will be the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2857, as mined by surveys satisfactory to the Secretary used to establish a short driveway di- amended. and the Post. rectly to the post, while the land given The question was taken; and (two- (f) CONVEYANCE AGREEMENT.—The exchange in exchange to the Federal Government thirds being in the affirmative) the of real property under this section shall be ac- will be managed as part of Gulf Islands complished using a quit claim deed or other rules were suspended and the bill was legal instrument and upon terms and conditions National Seashore. passed. mutually satisfactory to the Secretary and the This exchange is supported by both A motion to reconsider was laid on Post, including such additional terms and con- the VFW post and the National Park the table. ditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to Service and is a simple and logical so- f protect the interests of the United States. lution to a local issue. I am pleased to (g) TREATMENT OF ACQUIRED LAND.—Land see the National Park Service and the GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEA- and interests in land acquired by the United VFW working together to form a solu- SHORE LAND EXCHANGE ACT OF States under subsection (b) shall be adminis- tion for this issue. 2016 tered by the Secretary as part of the Gulf Is- lands National Seashore. I urge all Members to support this Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I (h) MODIFICATION OF BOUNDARY.—Upon com- commonsense, bipartisan bill. move to suspend the rules and pass the pletion of the land exchange under this section, I reserve the balance of my time. bill (H.R. 4119) to authorize the ex- the Secretary shall modify the boundary of the Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I am change of certain land located in Gulf Gulf Islands National Seashore to reflect such pleased to yield such time as he may Islands National Seashore, Jackson land exchange. consume to the gentleman from Mis- County, Mississippi, between the Na- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- sissippi (Mr. PALAZZO), the sponsor of tional Park Service and the Veterans ant to the rule, the gentleman from this bill and my friend.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.038 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1524 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 Mr. PALAZZO. Mr. Speaker, I rise system to help expedite the placement cial Security Act to meet the additional require- today in support of H.R. 4119, the Gulf of children in foster care or guardian- ment imposed by the amendments made by sub- Islands National Seashore Land Ex- ship, or for adoption, across State section (a), the plan shall not be regarded as change Act. lines, and to provide grants to aid failing to meet any of the additional requirements before the 1st day of the 1st calendar The Gulf Islands National Seashore is States in developing such a system, quarter beginning after the first regular session a national park that draws millions of and for other purposes, as amended. of the State legislature that begins after the date visitors to the islands in the northern The Clerk read the title of the bill. of the enactment of this Act. For purposes of the Gulf of Mexico. It includes the Mis- The text of the bill is as follows: preceding sentence, if the State has a 2-year leg- sissippi barrier islands of Petit Bois Is- H.R. 4472 islative session, each year of the session is deemed to be a separate regular session of the land, Horn Island, East and West Ship Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- State legislature. Island, and Cat Island, as well as the resentatives of the United States of America in Davis Bayou Area. Congress assembled, SEC. 4. GRANTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ELECTRONIC INTERSTATE CASE- I am proud to have this important SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. PROCESSING SYSTEM TO EXPEDITE park and its natural beaches, historic This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Modernizing the THE INTERSTATE PLACEMENT OF sites, and wildlife sanctuaries within Interstate Placement of Children in Foster Care CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE OR my district. Act’’. GUARDIANSHIP, OR FOR ADOPTION. Section 437 of the Social Security Act (42 The Gulf Islands National Seashore SEC. 2. FINDINGS. U.S.C. 637) is amended by adding at the end the has been a part of the Mississippi Gulf The Congress finds that— (1) when a child in foster care cannot return following: Coast community since Congress estab- ‘‘(g) GRANTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN safely home, the child deserves to be placed in a lished the park in 1971. Since that es- ELECTRONIC INTERSTATE CASE-PROCESSING SYS- setting that is best for that child, regardless of tablishment, the Gulf Islands National TEM TO EXPEDITE THE INTERSTATE PLACEMENT whether it is in the child’s State or another OF CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE OR GUARDIANSHIP, Seashore has worked closely with the State; OR FOR ADOPTION.— Mark Seymour Veterans of Foreign (2) the Interstate Compact on the Placement ‘‘(1) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this subsection Wars, VFW Post 5699. In fact, the post of Children (ICPC) was established in 1960 to is to facilitate the development of an electronic has shared a road with the seashore for provide a uniform legal framework for the place- interstate case-processing system for the ex- ment of children across State lines in foster and the better part of the last 30 years. change of data and documents to expedite the adoptive homes; The Gulf Islands National Seashore placements of children in foster, guardianship, (3) frequently, children waiting to be placed Land Exchange Act would make per- or adoptive homes across State lines. with an adoptive family, relative, or foster par- manent a 30-year easement that has ‘‘(2) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.—A State ent in another State spend more time waiting for that desires a grant under this subsection shall provided an access road and driveway this to occur than children who are placed with submit to the Secretary an application con- for the VFW. In exchange, the VFW an adoptive, family, relative, or foster parent in taining the following: will give the Gulf Islands National Sea- the same State, because of the outdated, admin- ‘‘(A) A description of the goals and outcomes shore some of its acreage, which in- istratively burdensome ICPC process; to be achieved during the period for which grant (4) no child should have to wait longer to be cludes wetlands. funds are sought, which goals and outcomes placed in a loving home simply because the child The Gulf Islands National Seashore must result in— must cross a State line; and the VFW both strongly support ‘‘(i) reducing the time it takes for a child to be (5) the National Electronic Interstate Compact this land exchange, but the Depart- provided with a safe and appropriate permanent Enterprise (NEICE) was launched in August ment of the Interior needs congres- living arrangement across State lines; 2014 in Indiana, Nevada, Florida, South Caro- ‘‘(ii) improving administrative processes and sional approval before it can make the lina, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia, land exchange official. That is why, reducing costs in the foster care system; and and is expected to be expanded into additional ‘‘(iii) the secure exchange of relevant case Mr. Speaker, I encourage the House to States to improve the administrative process by files and other necessary materials in real time, pass this bill today. which children are placed with families across and timely communications and placement deci- I would also like to thank Chairman State lines; sions regarding interstate placements of chil- BISHOP, Ranking Member TSONGAS, as (6) States using this electronic interstate case- dren. well as Subcommittee Chairman processing system have reduced administrative ‘‘(B) A description of the activities to be fund- costs and the amount of staff time required to MCCLINTOCK, and the Committee on ed in whole or in part with the grant funds, in- process these cases, and caseworkers can spend cluding the sequencing of the activities. Natural Resources, for their support more time helping children instead of copying and help in bringing this bill to the ‘‘(C) A description of the strategies for inte- and mailing paperwork between States; grating programs and services for children who floor and seeing it across the finish (7) since NEICE was launched, placement time are placed across State lines. line. has decreased by 30 percent for interstate foster ‘‘(D) Such other information as the Secretary Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, I yield care placements; and may require. back the balance of my time. (8) on average, States using this electronic ‘‘(3) GRANT AUTHORITY.—The Secretary may Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, if interstate case-processing system have been able make a grant to a State that complies with only the budget were this easy. I would to reduce from 24 business days to 13 business paragraph (2). days the time it takes to identify a family for a ask for the adoption of this measure. ‘‘(4) USE OF FUNDS.—A State to which a grant child and prepare the paperwork required to is made under this subsection shall use the I yield back the balance of my time. start the ICPC process. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The grant to support the State in connecting with SEC. 3. STATE PLAN REQUIREMENT. the electronic interstate case-processing system question is on the motion offered by (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 471(a)(25) of the So- described in paragraph (1). the gentleman from California (Mr. cial Security Act (42 U.S.C. 671(a)(25)) is amend- ‘‘(5) EVALUATIONS.—Not later than 1 year MCCLINTOCK) that the House suspend ed— after the final year in which grants are award- the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4119, as (1) by striking ‘‘provide’’ and insert ‘‘pro- ed under this subsection, the Secretary shall amended. vides’’; and submit to the Congress, and make available to The question was taken; and (two- (2) by inserting ‘‘, which, not later than Octo- the general public by posting on a website, a re- thirds being in the affirmative) the ber 1, 2026, shall include the use of an electronic port that contains the following information: interstate case-processing system’’ before the 1st rules were suspended and the bill, as ‘‘(A) How using the electronic interstate case- semicolon. processing system developed pursuant to para- amended, was passed. (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.— graph (4) has changed the time it takes for chil- A motion to reconsider was laid on (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendments made by dren to be placed across State lines. the table. subsection (a) shall take effect on the 1st day of ‘‘(B) The number of cases subject to the Inter- f the 1st calendar quarter beginning on or after state Compact on the Placement of Children the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall that were processed through the electronic inter- MODERNIZING THE INTERSTATE apply to payments under part E of title IV of state case-processing system, and the number of PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN IN the Social Security Act for calendar quarters be- interstate child placement cases that were proc- FOSTER CARE ACT ginning on or after such date. essed outside the electronic interstate case-proc- Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, (2) DELAY PERMITTED IF STATE LEGISLATION essing system, by each State in each year. REQUIRED.—If the Secretary of Health and ‘‘(C) The progress made by States in imple- I move to suspend the rules and pass Human Services determines that State legisla- menting the electronic interstate case-processing the bill (H.R. 4472) to amend title IV of tion (other than legislation appropriating system. the Social Security Act to require funds) is required in order for a State plan de- ‘‘(D) How using the electronic interstate case- States to adopt a centralized electronic veloped pursuant to part E of title IV of the So- processing system has affected various metrics

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 6333 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.040 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1525 related to child safety and well-being, including safely return home, they deserve to be into temporary care arrangements for the time it takes for children to be placed across placed in a setting that is best for another couple of months. Instead, State lines. them, regardless of whether that is a Florida’s use of this electronic system ‘‘(E) How using the electronic interstate case- home within their State or across a made a long-term placement of the processing system has affected administrative costs and caseworker time spent on placing chil- State line. However, due to various fac- child possible within 48 business hours. dren across State lines. tors, children are languishing in the We can expect to see more of these ‘‘(6) DATA INTEGRATION.—The Secretary, in child welfare system, waiting to be positive results as use of this elec- consultation with the Secretariat for the Inter- placed with an adoptive family, a rel- tronic system is expanded. state Compact on the Placement of Children and ative, or foster parents in another Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of the States, shall assess how the electronic inter- State. my time state case-processing system developed pursuant One contributor is the fact that Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. to paragraph (4) could be used to better serve today, in order to place a child with a Speaker, I yield myself such time as I and protect children that come to the attention may consume. of the child welfare system, by— grandparent across a State line, case- ‘‘(A) connecting the system with other data workers must literally print out hun- Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join systems (such as systems operated by State law dreds of pages of paperwork, package it Congressman TODD YOUNG in leading enforcement and judicial agencies, systems oper- up, and mail case files to another H.R. 4472, the Modernizing the Inter- ated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for State. The receiving State responds in state Placement of Children in Foster the purposes of the Innocence Lost National Ini- kind, completing their portion, and Care Act. tiative, and other systems); then mailing the case file back. It is an I joined my friend from Indiana in in- ‘‘(B) simplifying and improving reporting re- antiquated process that, on average, troducing H.R. 4472 because it would lated to paragraphs (34) and (35) of section help us make progress on an important 471(a) regarding children or youth who have takes more than 5 months to complete. been identified as being a sex trafficking victim At a time when communities, courts, issue: reducing the barriers and delays or children missing from foster care; and and caseworkers across the country are that continue to exist when the best ‘‘(C) improving the ability of States to quickly already overwhelmed, this inefficient, new home for a child is in a different comply with background check requirements of paper-based placement process is sim- State than the unsafe home the child section 471(a)(20), including checks of child ply unacceptable. had to leave. abuse and neglect registries as required by sec- For children, the sooner we get them Given that my Congressional District tion 471(a)(20)(B).’’. placed into a forever home, the better. has one of the highest percentages of SEC. 5. CONTINUATION OF DISCRETIONARY grandparents raising grandchildren in FUNDING TO PROMOTE SAFE AND I say this as someone with experience. STABLE FAMILIES. Before entering Congress, I provided the Nation, followed closely by two Section 437(a) of the Social Security Act (42 pro bono legal services for adoptive other Congressional Districts in Illi- U.S.C. 637(a)) is amended by striking ‘‘2016’’ couples. These situations I have seen nois, child welfare issues are very per- and inserting ‘‘2017’’. can be extremely hard on all parties, sonal to my constituents, to Chicago, SEC. 6. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO IMPROVE but none more so than the child. and to my home State. THE INTERSTATE PLACEMENT OF Removing barriers that delay or pre- CHILDREN. b 1400 vent interstate child placements is a Section 437(b) of the Social Security Act (42 You don’t have to take my word for long-time, bipartisan goal within Con- U.S.C. 637(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: it. Statistics show that the longer a gress. This bill addresses an important ‘‘(4) IMPROVING THE INTERSTATE PLACEMENT child remains in the child welfare sys- factor in those delays: the ability of OF CHILDREN.—The Secretary shall reserve tem, the less likely they are to have State computer systems to link up to $5,000,000 of the amount made available for fis- successful outcomes later in life. process the paperwork. The current cal year 2017 for grants under subsection (g), When proven interventions that can paper-based system is antiquated and and the amount so reserved shall remain avail- help these children present themselves, slow. able through fiscal year 2021.’’. I believe it is our moral imperative to As part of an HHS pilot project, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- act. It is this belief that led to the so- seven States and the District of Colum- ant to the rule, the gentleman from In- lution we are discussing here today. bia currently participate in the Na- diana (Mr. YOUNG) and the gentleman The Modernizing the Interstate tional Electronic Interstate Compact from Illinois (Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS) Placement of Children in Foster Care Enterprise, or NEICE, an online tool each will control 20 minutes. Act would incentivize States to con- that allows State office systems to The Chair recognizes the gentleman nect to an electronic interstate case talk to each other and process inter- from Indiana. processing system that has already state placements more quickly. I am GENERAL LEAVE been tested in a handful of States, in- very proud of the fact that Illinois is Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, cluding my home State of Indiana and one of these States. I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- the District of Columbia. An early evaluation found that this bers may have 5 legislative days within These pilot programs achieved sub- system reduced waiting times for af- which to revise and extend their re- stantial reductions in the time it took fected children by about one-third. Ten marks and include extraneous material to place these children into forever other States have already announced on H.R. 4472, currently under consider- homes, reducing the time a child wait- plans to join the exchange over the ation. ed by 30 percent. For a child, that next 2 years. H.R. 4472 would accelerate The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there means a month and a half less time the number of participating States in objection to the request of the gen- being shuffled from foster home to fos- the short run and ensure that all tleman from Indiana? ter home and from being taken in and States participate in the long run. There was no objection. out of school without a set routine. The Director of the Illinois Depart- Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, In one pilot scenario, Indiana had an ment of Children and Family Services, I yield myself such time as I may con- emergency request to place a child George Sheldon, often emphasizes that sume. with a relative in Florida. Use of the we need to operate in kid time, not Mr. Speaker, there are a number of system allowed both pilot States to ex- adult time, meaning that we need to key points I would like to emphasize to change their case information the very recognize the urgency of restoring per- explain how this legislation came to be same day, which, under the current manency for children in child welfare, and why I believe it is so important at system, could have taken weeks. rather than allowing adult bureaucracy this critical juncture. In another scenario, an urgent mat- to impede permanency. First, my wife, Jenny, and I have ter came to Florida’s attention where a Modernizing the technology to in- four young children of our own. As a placement was breaking down and the crease efficiencies and quicken place- parent, I know I speak for millions child needed to be moved. ments is common sense and respects when I say that every child deserves to The way the interstate placement the urgency of finding permanent, lov- grow up in a stable, loving home. process currently works, this child ing homes for children. When the bond between parent and could have been sent back into the I am grateful to Mr. YOUNG of Indi- child is broken and children cannot overloaded foster care system and back ana for ensuring that the bill expands

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.030 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 upon existing progress on moderniza- interventions help children and fami- However you count them and how- tion within States and includes tribal lies affected by substance abuse experi- ever you may focus on the data needed foster care systems. ence fewer days in care, higher reunifi- to adequately describe this problem, This is a good bill. I thank Mr. cation rates, less recurrence of child there are far too many children in YOUNG and his staff for their excellent maltreatment, and better permanency America today who do suffer, including work. I am indeed pleased to join them. over time. many who actually are killed, by abuse I urge support to move forward on I am preparing to introduce a bill and neglect. H.R. 4472. that scales up these successes from Our committee, much in the tradi- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of smaller targeted interventions into tion of this piece of bipartisan legisla- my time. full-scale interventions while building tion, has addressed these issues on a bi- Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, the research to better inform Federal partisan basis in the past. I hope that I thank my good colleague, Mr. DAVIS, policy overall. we can do the same with the report of and his staff for their hard work and My bill does two key things. First, it the Commission, that we can move for- his leadership on this effort. dedicated staff under Title IV-E for the ward to consider some of its rec- Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the coordination of substance abuse pre- ommendations, like its unanimous rec- gentlewoman from the State of Indiana vention and treatment services with ommendations. (Mrs. WALORSKI), who represents Notre child welfare services. This was a bipartisan Commission Dame country. She is a hardworking Secondly, it creates grants to expand appointed by President Obama and by Member from my home State. the lessons learned from the research House and Senate Democratic and Re- Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I on smaller scale efforts to the State publican leaders. They came together thank the gentleman for yielding. level, funding additional research to with unanimous recommendations on a Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support improve related Federal policy. number of pieces of legislation, such as of the Modernizing the Interstate My home State of Illinois has led the the importance of renewing the home Placement of Children in Foster Care Nation in addressing substance abuse visiting programs that go out and work Act. issues in child welfare. We know that with young parents that strengthen This bill will reduce the amount of we need to do more to address this families and help them be the kind of time kids wait to be adopted, placed problem. We know that it works. And, parents they want to be. with relatives, or placed with foster of course, I look forward to being en- We need an ongoing conversation parents when they are going to a home gaged in the development of programs here about foster care financing. The in another State. and activities that would further en- reauthorization of programs like the The current paper-based process hance that kind of success. Promoting Safe and Stable Families keeps children waiting while case- Again, I want to thank Mr. YOUNG for Program is coming up this year, and workers mail physical documents. This his tremendous work on H.R. 4472. the Home Visiting Program, fully bill incentivizes States to connect to Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the known as the Maternal, Infant, and an electronic system that has been gentleman from Texas (Mr. DOGGETT). Early Childhood Home Visiting Pro- pilot-tested in a handful of States, in- He is one of the outstanding members gram, is up for renewal this next year. cluding my home State of Indiana. of the Ways and Means Committee. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Getting at-risk kids into a stable, Mr. DOGGETT. Mr. Speaker, I thank time of the gentleman has expired. permanent environment as quickly as the gentleman. Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. possible is critical to allowing them to I want to salute the gentleman and Speaker, I yield the gentleman an addi- thrive and reach their full potential. Mr. YOUNG for their bipartisan initia- tional 1 minute. Each day they spend waiting for paper- tive here that would eliminate some of work to be mailed back and forth is the current paperwork barriers that Mr. DOGGETT. Mr. Speaker, I hope time wasted unnecessarily. are preventing abused and neglected we can find ways to work together to I want to thank my colleague, Con- children from being quickly placed in advance what has been done here and gressman YOUNG of Indiana, for his safe, loving homes, which happen to be to advance specific legislation that will leadership on this issue. I strongly urge on the other side of a State border. help reduce the number of children my colleagues to support H.R. 4472 and Their coming together in this bipar- that suffer from abuse and neglect. do everything possible to get our most tisan initiative is constructive in help- I must note, though, that at the same vulnerable children placed in a safe en- ing some of the most vulnerable chil- time this legislation was approved in vironment. dren in America. our committee, under the Republican Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. It is unacceptable for children who budget, the Social Services Block Speaker, I yield myself such time as I already face so many challenges to Grant was terminated. I hope that is may consume. have to deal with this additional hard- not done by the Congress as a whole. Mr. Speaker, while we are discussing ship because the process, as it exists The Social Services Block Grant is a H.R. 4472, reducing the time that it now, just is not working. major source of funding for prevention takes to process a child who might Based on the experience we have had of child abuse and neglect today, used come from a different State for adop- with those States that were involved in by State and local governments to tion or foster care placement, there are a pilot program, we know that waiting focus on prevention with far too little other issues of child welfare, one that I times there were reduced by almost focus on prevention overall. will mention. one-third. One of the major conclusions of this The issues of child welfare have a I think, with that experience, we can Commission on Child Fatalities is that long history of bipartisanship. In addi- move forward under this bill for an we focus our attention so much on the tion to the Modernizing the Interstate electronic information exchange that end, after the abuse has occurred, and Placement of Children in Foster Care will work and will improve the times not on the beginning, to try to prevent Act, I hope to engage my colleagues in that these young people face. abuse. We need to focus on prevention. addressing the substance abuse needs While this bipartisan step is a wel- So at the same time this bill was ap- of families involved in child welfare. come one, it should also serve as a re- proved, that support was cut. Aside from neglect, alcohol and other minder to us of all the work that re- Hopefully, Congress will reject the drug use is the number one reason for mains. bill to eliminate the Social Services removal from the home. More specifi- Last week the National Commission Block Grant and we can come together cally, approximately one-third of cases to Eliminate Child Abuse and Neglect to find more resources to do what must list alcohol or other drug use as the Fatalities, a commission that was cre- be done to prevent us from just lurch- reason for the child’s removal. ated with legislation that I authored ing from one tragedy to another and What is exciting is that we have back in 2012, issued its final report en- help stabilize and support families good, clear empirical evidence that cer- titled ‘‘Within Our Reach: A National working to see that children are pro- tain strategies have demonstrated ef- Strategy to Eliminate Child Abuse and tected. I thank the gentlemen again for fectiveness. Specifically, these quality Neglect Fatalities.’’ their effort.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:09 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.043 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1527 b 1415 responsible for overseeing the interstate Association of Administrators of Interstate placement of children, would like to thank Compact on the Placement of Children, it Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, you for introducing and co-sponsoring H.R. generates much excitement to see this legis- I reserve the balance of my time. 4472, Modernizing the Interstate Placement lation introduced. In a past position, I was Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. of Children in Foster Care Act. the ICPC Compact Administrator for the Speaker, I yield myself such time as I This legislation will facilitate state par- State of Florida and had the opportunity to may consume. ticipation in the National Electronic Inter- help develop the prototype for the electronic I want to associate my remarks with state Compact Enterprise (NEICE), which is transmission process now realized through those just made by Mr. DOGGETT rel- modernizing the now antiquated Interstate NEICE. It was our dream in Florida that one ative to continuing the Social Services Compact on the Placement of Children day this system could become a national re- (ICPC) administrative process. The bill com- ality. Good or bad, I must also confess that Block Grant funding, which has pro- plements our efforts to transform the ICPC the acronym NEICE was my suggestion so in vided a tremendous amount of re- by promoting policy changes and providing a couple of ways I feel like a parent to sources, and continues to do so, for so- funding so that states may connect to the NEICE. cial welfare programs, including those NEICE. Once fully operationalized, the There is no doubt in my mind that imple- affecting children. NEICE will also be a valuable tool for ad- mentation of this system in all fifty states, I also want to associate myself with dressing societal challenges that put chil- the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin the comments made relative to the dren at risk, including the opiate and heroin Islands will change the lives of thousands of Commission to Eliminate Child Abuse epidemic, illegal rehoming of children, and children who await placement with relatives sex trafficking. and Neglect Fatalities. It just happens or adoption finalization in another state. Thank you again for introducing and co- The additional uses for NEICE are subject that one of the judges from my dis- sponsoring H.R. 4472, and for your steadfast only to the minds of those who can identify trict, the presiding judge of the Child leadership to improve the lives of children other possibilities such as combating human Protection Division of the Circuit waiting for safe, permanent families. We trafficking cases and unregulated custody Court of Cook County, serves on that strongly support your efforts to modernize transfers (rehoming). commission and, of course, had some the interstate placement of children through Thank you again for introducing and co- findings that were different than the this legislation, and intend to work vigor- sponsoring H.R. 4472, and for your steadfast commission report. ously for its passage. leadership to improve the lives of children Sincerely yours, I think we need to consider all of waiting for safe, permanent families. The TRACY WAREING EVANS, child welfare community strongly supports those things as we move forward. But I Executive Director, am pleased to note that we are indeed your efforts to modernize the interstate APHSA. placement of children through this legisla- making progress dealing with the MICAL ANNE PETERSON, tion, and intends to work vigorously for its issues of child welfare. President, AAICPC. passage. Again, I want to commend Mr. YOUNG Sincerely yours, and his staff for their work on H.R. CHILDREN’S HOME SOCIETY, STEPHEN PENNYPACKER, Esq., 4472. I am pleased to join, and urge OF AMERICA, President and CEO. strong support for it. Chicago, IL, January 19, 2016. Congressman TODD YOUNG, MARCH 4, 2016. I yield back the balance of my time. Washington, DC. Hon. CHARLES GRASSLEY, Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, DEAR CONGRESSMAN YOUNG: Children’s U.S. Senate, I yield myself such time as I may con- Home Society of America (CHSA) is proud to Washington, DC. sume. support the efforts of Congressman Young as Hon. TODD YOUNG, he proposes to modernize and expedite the This bipartisan, bicameral bill was House of Representatives, ability of states to place children across developed through a yearlong process, Washington, DC. state lines and into forever homes. consulting with key stakeholders to DEAR CONGRESSMAN YOUNG AND SENATOR make sure that there would be broad The Modernizing and Interstate Placement of Children in Foster Care Act will replace GRASSLEY: The Child Welfare League of support. It involved a whole lot of an antiquated paper based system enabling America offers its endorsement of your legis- painstaking work from staff members not only greater efficiencies in the legal lation, H.R. 4472 and S. 2574, The Modernizing on the committee, both Republican and process of placing children but also create the Interstate Placement of Children in Fos- Democrat, and from Mr. DAVIS, who I greater transparency and accountability in ter Care Act. commend once again for his leadership the overall process. By utilizing a nation- We have long recognized the critical role on this issue, and his staff. And I want wide computer based system, states will ac- that interstate placement of children has tually save money by reducing the adminis- played in the timely placement of children to thank all of the stakeholders in- in foster care and kinship care as well as its volved. trative costs associated with complying with the ICPC, expedite communication between importance in promoting adoptions. Over the Mr. Speaker, I include in the RECORD states and their placement systems and most years it has become increasingly clear that letters of support from the American importantly, reduce the time that children these placements have been delayed to the Public Human Services Association, spend in the foster care system. significant detriment of children in need of the Children’s Home Society of Amer- CHSA looks forward to supporting Con- permanence. ica, the Partnership for Strong Fami- gressman Young as he understands that no The recent efforts by the Department of lies, the Child Welfare League of Amer- child should have to wait to be placed in a Health and Human Services through the Na- ica, the American Academy of Adop- loving home simply because they must cross tional Electronic Interstate Compact Enter- prise or NEICE pilot project has dem- tion Attorneys, and the County Wel- state lines. Sincerely, onstrated significant speed up in these inter- fare Directors Association of Cali- SHARON OSBORNE, state placements with some children seeing fornia. BOARD CHAIR, there wait times reduced by weeks and ASSOCIATION OF ADMINISTRATORS OF Children’s Home Society of America. months. In addition, the system has reduced THE INTERSTATE COMPACT ON THE cost and paper work. The six pilot states PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN, STRONG that utilized NEICE demonstrated wait Washington, DC, February 4, 2016. FAMILIES, INC., times reduced by 30% with participating Re Support for H.R. 4472, ‘‘Modernizing the Gainesville, FL, March 4, 2016. states savings of $1.6 million per year in re- Interstate Placement of Children in Fos- Re Support for H.R. 4472, Modernizing the duced copying, mailing, and administrative ter Care Act’’. Interstate Placement of Children in Fos- costs. Hon. TODD YOUNG, ter Care Act. We solute your leaders on this legislation House of Representatives, Hon. TODD YOUNG, and are equally pleased by the bipartisan Washington, DC. House of Representatives, spirit as represented by the original co-spon- Hon. DANNY DAVIS, Washington, DC. sorship of Congressman Davis, Congress- House of Representatives, Hon. DANNY DAVIS, woman Brooks, Senator Gillibrand, Senator Washington, DC. House of Representatives, Franken and Senator Peters. DEAR REPRESENTATIVES YOUNG AND DAVIS: Washington, DC. Thank you for your work and advocacy on The American Public Human Services Asso- DEAR REPRESENTATIVES YOUNG AND DAVIS: behalf of children. ciation (APHSA), and its affiliate, the Asso- First, many thanks for introducing and co- Sincerely, ciation of Administrators of the Interstate sponsoring H.R. 4472, Modernizing the Inter- CHRISTINE JAMES-BROWN, Compact on the Placement of Children state Placement of Children in Foster Care President/CEO, Child Welfare League (AAICPC), which represents state executives Act. As the Immediate Past President of the of America.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:56 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.045 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ADOPTION will reform interstate adoption. We welcome WOMEN AIRFORCE SERVICE PILOT ATTORNEYS, AMERICAN ACADEMY the opportunity to discuss our request with ARLINGTON INURNMENT RES- OF ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECH- you and members of your staff. Please note, TORATION ACT NOLOGY ATTORNEYS, the changes we are endorsing would have lit- Washington, DC, February 16, 2016. tle budget impact. We look forward to work- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Hon. TODD YOUNG, ing with you in support of swift passage of I move to suspend the rules and pass Longworth House Office Building, this bill. To simplify your communication the bill (H.R. 4336) to amend title 38, Washington, DC. with us, please feel free to contact our Direc- United States Code, to provide for the DEAR REPRESENTATIVE YOUNG: I write as tor of Adoption, Denise Bierly on behalf of burial of the cremated remains of per- the President of the American Academy of our group. sons who served as Women’s Air Forces Adoption Attorneys to enthusiastically en- Sincerely, Service Pilots in Arlington National dorse H.R. 4472 on behalf of our organization. HERB BRAIL, H.R. 4472 is a bill that provides swift sta- President, Cemetery, as amended. bility and permanency to vulnerable chil- American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. The Clerk read the title of the bill. dren who are being placed in foster/adoptive The text of the bill is as follows: homes or with guardians across state lines. H.R. 4336 Drafted in 1960, the Interstate Compact on COUNTY WELFARE the Placement of Children (‘‘ICPC’’) exists to DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ensure protection for children in interstate Sacramento, CA. resentatives of the United States of America in placements. The ICPC requires every place- Re Support for H.R. 4472, ‘‘Modernizing the Congress assembled, ment to be scrutinized for legality and ap- Interstate Placement of Children in Fos- SECTION 1. BURIAL OF CREMATED REMAINS IN propriateness. It requires that children re- ter Care Act’’. ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY OF CERTAIN PERSONS WHOSE SERV- main in the state of origin for weeks, or even Hon. TODD YOUNG, months, while the required paperwork is ICE IS DEEMED TO BE ACTIVE SERV- House of Representatives, ICE. mailed from the placing state ICPC’s office Washington, DC. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 2410 of title 38, to the new parent’s home state’s ICPC office. Hon. DANNY DAVIS, The ICPC is well meaning, but by its very United States Code, is amended by adding at nature, slows down the process due to the pa- House of Representatives, the end the following new subsection: perwork and mailing burdens. A uniform Washington, DC. ‘‘(c)(1) The Secretary of the Army shall en- legal framework offers valuable protections, DEAR REPRESENTATIVES YOUNG AND DAVIS: sure that under such regulations as the Sec- but such protections must be weighed The County Welfare Directors Association retary may prescribe, the cremated remains against the significant burden it imposes on (CWDA), representing the human services di- of any person described in paragraph (2) are children and families. With the advances in rectors in California’s 58 counties, supports eligible for inurnment in Arlington National technology that have been used by other the Modernizing the Interstate Placement of Cemetery with military honors in accord- state and federal agencies for over a decade, Children in Foster Care Act. ance with section 1491 of title 10. the process can be significantly shortened The bill will modernize the Interstate ‘‘(2) A person described in this paragraph is and the most vulnerable members of our so- Compact on the Placement of Children a person whose service has been determined ciety can be provided permanency in stable (ICPC) administrative process by replacing it to be active duty service pursuant to section loving homes. The centralized electronic sys- with a successfully tested web-based elec- 401 of the GI Bill Improvement Act of 1977 tem created by the passage of H.R. 4472 will tronic case processing system. The new Na- (Public Law 95–202; 38 U.S.C. 106 note) as of be a victory for children, by expanding an tional Electronic Interstate Compact Enter- the date of the enactment of this para- electronic pilot program to all state and U.S. prise (NEICE) will change policies and pro- graph.’’. territories. vide funding to enable states and counties to (b) APPLICABILITY.— The pilot program has been an unqualified connect to the NEICE to exchange data and (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendment made by success. Since the pilot program was documents across state jurisdictions so that subsection (a) shall apply with respect to— launched, the placement time for children our agencies may meet the unique needs of (A) the remains of a person that are not placed through those pilot states has been foster care children who may reside in an- formally interred or inurned as of the date of reduced by 30 percent. Placement time has other state. The proposed data exchange will the enactment of this Act; and been reduced by 11 days. As a truly central- enable state and counties more efficiently (B) a person who dies on or after the date ized system evolves, the efficiencies should meet federal mandates for the timely serv- of the enactment of this Act. be better and better. ices, placement and permanence of children (2) FORMALLY INTERRED OR INURNED DE- The current slow ICPC process causes in the foster care system, and will improve FINED.—In this subsection, the term ‘‘for- weeks, and sometimes months, of children outcomes for children in foster care and mally interred or inurned’’ means interred or languishing in their states of original resi- their families. inurned in a cemetery, crypt, mausoleum, dence. Social science and neuroscience re- Thank you again for introducing and co- columbarium, niche, or other similar formal search has confirmed that children need sta- sponsoring H.R. 4472. Please contact Tom Jo- location. ble families to thrive. The paperwork barrier seph, Director of CWDA’s Washington Office, to quick foster/adoptive placements creates SEC. 2. REPORT ON CAPACITY OF ARLINGTON NA- should you have any questions. TIONAL CEMETERY. unnecessarily delays. One month in the life Not later than 180 days after the date of of a child at this vulnerable stage is an eter- Sincerely, the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of nity. Further, the delay caused by an out- FRANK J. MECCA, the Army shall submit to the Committees on dated mailing system can result in signifi- Executive Director. Veterans’ Affairs and the Committees on cant developmental issues and treatment Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, Armed Services of the House of Representa- costs. In many instances, such treatment I want to thank those stakeholders tives and the Senate a report on the inter- costs are incurred by local, state and federal once again for all their help in getting ment and inurnment capacity of Arlington governments. Prospective parents willing to this across the finish line. National Cemetery, including— provide homes to children in need of families have been subjected to placement processes I am hoping for broad and fulsome (1) the estimated date that the Secretary that are extraordinarily difficult, risky, ex- support from all Members of this determines the cemetery will reach max- pensive and time consuming; often requiring Chamber. I hope we can all agree here imum interment and inurnment capacity; months of persistence and intervention by today that we should do everything and (2) in light of the unique and iconic mean- members of Congress. Most significantly, the possible to get our most vulnerable number of unparented children able to find ing of the cemetery to the United States, children immediately placed into the recommendations for legislative actions and families has been severely limited while the setting that is best for them, regard- life potential of those fortunate enough to nonlegislative options that the Secretary de- find families through foster care, guardian- less of State boundary lines. termines necessary to ensure that the max- ship and adoption has been impaired by I yield back the balance of my time. imum interment and inurnment capacity of weeks and months of needless delay. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the cemetery is not reached until well into Reform must begin with our government’s question is on the motion offered by the future, including such actions and options with respect to— acknowledgement that every child has a fun- the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. damental human right to be raised in a per- (A) redefining eligibility criteria for inter- manent loving family and that foster care, YOUNG) that the House suspend the ment and inurnment in the cemetery; and guardianship and adoption are an important rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4472, as (B) considerations for additional expansion means for providing such families to chil- amended. opportunities beyond the current boundaries dren living outside of parental care. Addi- The question was taken; and (two- of the cemetery. tionally, by eliminating this unnecessary thirds being in the affirmative) the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- delay, H.R. 4472 will reduce the treatment rules were suspended and the bill, as ant to the rule, the gentleman from costs incurred by local, state and federal amended, was passed. governments. Florida (Mr. MILLER) and the gentle- We have come together as a community of A motion to reconsider was laid on woman from Florida (Ms. BROWN) each child advocates to identify a process that the table. will control 20 minutes.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:56 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.038 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1529 The Chair recognizes the gentleman H.R. 4336, as amended, would over- actually 1,102 that said: I am going to from Florida. turn a recent change in Army policy be a pilot. I am going to support the ef- GENERAL LEAVE and restore the right of the Women fort. Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Airforce Service Pilots of World War II, General Hap Arnold, at the time the I ask unanimous consent that all Mem- or WASP, to be buried in Arlington. head of the Army Air Corps, had in- bers may have 5 legislative days in These brave women volunteered for tended that they be militarized. They which to revise and extend their re- duty, and their service made a major went through military training, they marks and add extraneous material on contribution to our victory in World marched, and they slept in barracks. H.R. 4336, as amended. War II. They went through everything that the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there In addition, H.R. 4336 would restore men alongside them did. The intent objection to the request of the gen- the right of others who assisted in the was to be militarized. The only reason tleman from Florida? war and whose service and sacrifice they weren’t militarized was because of There was no objection. was recognized with the enacting of the hang-ups and sexism about the role of Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, GI Bill Improvement Act of 1977. women in the military back then. I yield myself such time as I may con- I applaud my colleagues, Representa- Heaven forbid we have women military sume. tives MARTHA MCSALLY and SUSAN pilots. We couldn’t handle it back then. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to urge all DAVIS, for introducing this important These women served anyway. They Members to support H.R. 4336, as bill and leading the fight, a fight that flew 60 million miles ferrying airplanes amended. has widespread support and bipartisan all over the theater. They towed tar- This bill, which was introduced by support, to recognize the service of gets for the ground gunners to practice our colleague, the gentlewoman from these brave women and others who shooting at targets. They trained male Arizona (Ms. MCSALLY), would ensure helped us defeat the Axis Powers in pilots to then head off to the war ef- that Active Duty designees, including World War II. fort. Thirty-eight of them perished in women Air Force pilots, are eligible for That we are bringing this to the floor training in the line of duty. Yet they inurnment with full military honors at during Women’s History Month is a fit- still were in this quasi-civilian mili- Arlington National Cemetery. ting tribute to women who served our tary status. They had no veterans ben- Active Duty designees are members Nation in the past and the women who efits. They were passing the hat around of civilian groups who served alongside today serve in our Active Duty forces. to support getting their bodies back to the regular Armed Forces during World This is a matter of justice and a matter their families. There was no recogni- Wars I and II. These brave men and of fairness. tion at the time, but they still served. women were often located in combat In 2009, we recognized the service and At the end of the war, they were dis- zones, where they risked their lives to sacrifice of these brave men and charged and told to go home—the men protect the freedom that we should women when we awarded a Congres- needed the cockpits. It wasn’t until never take for granted. sional Gold Medal to the Women 1977 that this Congress passed a law fi- Their contributions to the war effort Airforce Service Pilots. Today, we have nally giving them veterans’ rights so was so vital that they have been grant- the opportunity to do it again. that they would be treated as veterans. ed the most prestigious title our Na- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of After the fact, they were given honor- tion can bestow—that of veteran. As my time. able discharges and they were given such, they are eligible to be laid to rest Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, the medals that they deserved at the in any cemetery administered by the I yield 5 minutes to the gentlewoman time. National Cemetery Administration of from Arizona (Ms. MCSALLY), the spon- We thought that this was finally the Department of Veterans Affairs. sor of this legislation, a combat vet- over, the fight was over, that they However, Arlington National Ceme- eran herself, a pilot of the A–10 Wart- would be recognized for all that they tery is run by the Department of the hog from the Second District of Ari- deserved, and they would be able to be Army. Between 2002 and last year, the zona. laid to rest with full military honors. Army inurned Active Duty designees Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise But a bureaucratic, technocratic glitch with military honors in Arlington Na- today in wholehearted support of H.R. created another door that shut to tional Cemetery. Unfortunately, last 4336, the Women Airforce Service Pilot them. March, then-Secretary McHugh, re- Arlington Inurnment Restoration Act. This is an extraordinary example, by versed this policy, which means that This is the right thing to do. the way, of somebody taking action to many of those courageous individuals I want to thank the chairman for bring a wrong to our attention and for can no longer choose to be laid to rest quickly moving this through the com- us to be able to make it right. in Arlington National Cemetery. mittee and to the floor, and Chairman I want to highlight Elaine Harmon, H.R. 4336, as amended, would reverse THORNBERRY for signing off on it, so who passed away, as one of the WASPs. this decision and require the Army to that we could do the right thing to She passed away last year. I met with provide Active Duty designees allow these amazing women and these her family and I read her hand-written inurnments with military honors in pioneers who went before us and who will. She wanted to have her ashes in Arlington National Cemetery. opened the door for so many of us Arlington. She requested it. We Mr. Speaker, it is our duty as a Na- women in the military to serve, that thought that they were allowed, so the tion to ensure that those who have they could be laid to rest in a place of family put in a request. It wasn’t until served our Nation are treated with the honor and a place of rest for the most they got a letter back saying, ‘‘Denied, utmost respect and dignity, especially hallowed, the most amazing men and WASPs are not allowed in Arlington,’’ after they pass on. women who have served and gone be- that they didn’t just accept that no. I urge my colleagues to support H.R. fore us. The fact that these women In the legacy of Elaine Harmon—and, 4336, as amended. were denied this right is unconscion- by the way, these women were feisty; I reserve the balance of my time. able and, quite frankly, infuriating they were strong; they were not going Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, when we heard about it. to take no for an answer. In that spirit, I yield myself such time as I may con- Let me tell you a little bit about the her children and her granddaughter— sume. WASPs. The WASPs during World War and Erin Miller is with us in the gal- I rise in support of H.R. 4336, as II raised their right hand and said: I lery today—said, ‘‘We are not going to amended. will support. take no for an answer. We are going to Arlington National Cemetery has We needed pilots, we needed men and get awareness on this, and we are going been called our Nation’s most hallowed women to do whatever it took for the to get my grandmother and the WASPs ground. Since the first military burial war effort. So these women went the right that they deserve.’’ took place on May 13, 1864, Arlington is through training—1,074 of them went I first heard about this through the the final resting place for over 400,000 through training. An additional 28 ac- media in early January. We sprung Active Duty servicemembers, veterans, tually already had flying experience into action working with our col- and their families. and were directly brought in. So it was league, SUSAN DAVIS, getting sponsors.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:39 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.048 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 We are over 190 right now. This has dier general status and was the first I rise in support of this legislation, been fast-tracked through the com- woman to deploy within the Air Force and I congratulate my colleagues on mittee in order to allow them to be bomber unit. She is an inspiration to both sides of the aisle for having laid to rest there. Elaine Harmon’s us. brought this to our attention and for ashes are sitting on a shelf in her One of the important reasons for giving us the opportunity to express granddaughter’s closet. We need to doing this bill now is that we learned our support. make this right as quickly as possible. recently during a hearing in the Vet- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Let me just say, Mr. Chairman, this erans’ Affairs Committee that women I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman isn’t just about the pioneers that we are the fastest growing group of vet- from Louisiana (Mr. ABRAHAM), a vet- read about in history books. These erans but that, often, our women veteran himself and the chairman of the WASPs were personal mentors to me. erans do not access the VA benefits, in- Subcommittee on Disability Assistance When I first went through combat cluding health benefits and cemetery and Memorial Affairs on the Veterans’ training, we didn’t really have any benefits, to which they are entitled. We Affairs Committee. women we could look up to, and these need to encourage women who have Mr. ABRAHAM. I thank the chair- amazing women came alongside me as served the country. You have served man. wing-women to encourage me and to us, and now it is our turn to serve you. Mr. Speaker, I am here to urge my mentor me. I had three of them sitting We need to encourage our women vet- colleagues to support this important in my front row at my chain of com- erans to come forward for the benefits piece of legislation that recognizes the mand ceremony when I took over com- they deserve. services of certain groups of men and mand of an A–10 squadron. Dawn Sey- I thank my colleague from Arizona, women who have valiantly served their mour, Ruth Helm, and Eleanor Gunder- and I thank my colleagues on both country. When the GI Bill Improvement Act son, they personally supported and en- sides of the aisle for bringing this bill became law in 1977, it contained lan- couraged me along the way. It is be- forward. It is an important bill, and it guage that was championed by Senator is a great time to do it. cause of their service that the doors Barry Goldwater and by Louisiana’s Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, were opened for those of us in the mili- own Lindy Boggs that deemed certain I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from tary to serve. It is ridiculous that Ar- groups of women, civilians, and for- Sixth District of Colorado (Mr. COFF- lington would close the gates to them eigners who served the United States MAN), another combat veteran and a at the very time they were opening up as Active Duty in order to qualify for member of our Veterans’ Affairs Com- all positions to women in the military. benefits administered by the VA. Ulti- mittee. 1430 mately, nearly 35 groups have been b Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in made eligible for benefits through that This is the right thing to do. I urge strong support of H.R. 4336. law. These include the Women Airforce all of my colleagues to support this In Colorado Springs, Colorado, a Service Pilots, the U.S. merchant sea- legislation, especially during Women’s monument stands to honor the Women men who served on blockships in Oper- History Month. The least we can do is Airforce Service Pilots, or WASPs. ation Mulberry on D-Day, male civilian allow the WASPs, including Elaine With this legislation, we salute them ferry pilots, U.S. civilians of the Amer- Harmon, to be laid to rest in Arlington today, and we recognize that we ne- ican Field Service, and many, many as quickly as possible. Let’s get this glected to salute them for far too long. passed today. Let’s get it through the more. During World War II, more than 1,000 In recognition of their service, the Senate and onto the President’s desk WASPs flew over 60 million air miles. cremated remains of these groups may so that she can be laid to rest. Without official military recognition, be inurned in all cemeteries under the As for the rest who remain who families were forced to pay out of jurisdiction of the VA. However, Ar- choose to have their ashes laid to rest pocket to send 36 fallen comrades lington National Cemetery is under the in Arlington, this is their right. The home. After the war, the United States jurisdiction of the Department of De- only reason they were not Active Duty continued to deny them military sta- fense, not of the VA. This bill recog- at the time was due to sexism. It is tus despite their extraordinary service nizes all of the individuals who are eli- time for us to shut this remaining door to our country. gible to have their cremated remains and give them this final resting place. Today, we can help correct some of inurned in Arlington National Ceme- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Mem- that injustice. H.R. 4336 would restore tery to include groups that have been bers are reminded to not make ref- the right for these women to be buried given veteran status in the GI Bill Im- erences to occupants of the gallery. at Arlington. These women paved the provement Act, including the WASPs. Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, way for the women in uniform today. Decades after Congresswoman Boggs I yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman They endured gender-based discrimina- championed this legislation, I am from New Hampshire (Ms. KUSTER), tion for years, and they served and died proud to continue Louisiana’s long tra- who is on the Veterans’ Affairs Com- just as other members of the military dition of support for these groups by mittee. did. I believe they belong in Arlington. cosponsoring this bill. Ms. KUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I thank, most greatly, Congress- my colleagues on both sides of the aisle I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman woman MCSALLY for introducing this for acknowledging the Women Airforce from New Jersey (Mrs. WATSON COLE- very important piece of legislation, Service Pilots. MAN). and I urge my colleagues to support it. My father was a P–47 fighter pilot in Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. I thank It is long past due that we recognize World War II, and he was able to access the gentlewoman from Florida for giv- these women and men who have served the benefits that were due him in ing me this opportunity to stand up this country. terms of his military career. It is only here during Women’s History Month Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, fitting now, during Women’s History and to say this is a bipartisan piece of I reserve the balance of my time. Month, that we begin to finally get the legislation that is well done and over- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, opportunity for the WASPs to be in- due. I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from terred at Arlington National Cemetery. Mr. Speaker, I am proud that there the 12th District of Illinois (Mr. BOST), I acknowledge my colleague Rep- were women who went before me who a marine and a member of our Vet- resentative MCSALLY, in her great were brave and who were courageous erans’ Affairs Committee. service to this country, and my col- and who did all of the jobs that were Mr. BOST. I thank the chairman. league TAMMY DUCKWORTH, a combat asked of them in a manner that was of Mr. Speaker, World War II was a time helicopter pilot. I also acknowledge the high standard. They gave and sac- when Americans came together to de- veterans who serve on our Veterans’ rificed on my behalf, and now we have fend this Nation against evil. Entire Affairs Committee’s staff. the opportunity to eliminate some of families enlisted in this effort, which We recently had a ceremony with the last vestiges of disparate treatment included many brave and dedicated Brigadier General Wilma Vaught. She or secondary treatment, or treating women of the Women Airforce Service was the first woman to reach the briga- them as second-class citizens. Pilots, or WASPs.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:39 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.049 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1531 The WASPs flew military aircraft in right to the same benefits, to the same This important bill provides the remains of a noncombat roles, and they served as in- recognition that men get who serve person who dies on or after the date of the structors for male pilots. When the this Nation. I would think that not one enactment of this Act, and whose service has WASP program was created, it was in- person would deny them this right. I been determined to be active duty, eligibility tended that these women would receive cannot imagine why those who serve for inurnment in Arlington National Cemetery. full military status. Sadly, this goal would have to fight for the dignity that The Secretary of the Army shall submit to has not been achieved. That is why each and every single person who the Committees on Veterans’ Affairs and the H.R. 4336 is so important. It overturns serves this country should have. Committees on Armed Services of the House a previous Army directive and restores I support this legislation, and I sup- of Representatives and the Senate a report on the burial rights in Arlington National port the people who support it. Any- the interment and inurnment capacity of Ar- Cemetery for WASP veterans. body who doesn’t should not be in this lington National Cemetery. I ask that all of my colleagues join building. With respect to the unique and iconic mean- me in supporting these women’s rights Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, ing of the cemetery to the United States, the of putting them in the place they need I yield 11⁄2 minutes to the gentleman Secretary of the Army determines necessary to be and in receiving those full mili- from the 27th District of the Lone Star considerations for additional expansion oppor- tary benefits. State, Texas (Mr. FARENTHOLD). tunities beyond the current boundaries of the Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Mr. FARENTHOLD. I thank the cemetery. I reserve the balance of my time. chairman. The Secretary of the Army must submit the Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Speaker, it shouldn’t take an act estimated date the cemetery will reach max- I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman of Congress for these women to be imum interment and inurnment capacity. from the Second District of Texas (Mr. inurned in Arlington National Ceme- The Secretary of the Army has the ability to POE). tery. We have heard from numerous redefine eligibility criteria for interment and Mr. POE of Texas. I thank the chair- people on both sides of the aisle that inurnment in the cemetery. man for yielding time. this is simply the right thing to do. Implementation of the arrangements nec- Mr. Speaker, during the peak of The Army should have just said, ‘‘Yes, essary to facilitate the burial of the cremated World War II, Sandy Thompson, now a let’s get them buried there.’’ The Presi- remains should be a priority. Houston resident, left her teaching job dent should have used his pen and It is our responsibility to ensure that the suit- and received her aviation wings on Sep- phone and ordered the Army to do it if able recognition is provided to Americans who tember 11, 1943. She had just volun- they wouldn’t. Guess what. We are here have devoted their time and physical assist- teered for the Women Airforce Service now, and it is going to take an act of ance towards our freedom. Pilots, known as the WASPs. Congress, and it is going to be a very This bill actively displays our gratitude to- These pilots had towed targets for strong act of Congress. I can’t imagine wards all who participated in the armed serv- live antiaircraft practice. Think about not passing this out of this House ices. that, Mr. Speaker. They are in the air, unanimously, and I suspect we will see Even after death, we reflect on their con- and these young teenagers are learning similar results in the Senate. tributions with our hearts and minds for those how to shoot antiaircraft guns and to The remains of this woman should who put themselves in harm’s way to protect aim them at the targets behind these not have to rest in her granddaughter’s our nation. female pilots who are pulling these—a closet. They should be inurned in Ar- I urge all Members to join me in voting to dangerous occupation. These pilots lington now. I urge my colleagues to pass H.R. 4336. helped deliver planes to overseas bases, pass this bill unanimously. I urge the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The and they tested new aircraft that was Senate to act quickly. I urge President question is on the motion offered by used in the Pacific and used in Europe, Obama to sign this into law. It is, sim- the gentleman from Florida (Mr. MIL- and, of course, they trained male pilots ply, the right thing to do. We have just LER) that the House suspend the rules who went overseas. got to do it. and pass the bill, H.R. 4336, as amend- Of the 1,000 women who were WASPs, Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, ed. 38 were killed during their missions, I yield myself the balance of my time. The question was taken. and 16 of these original pilots of World In recent hearings, many of the serv- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the War II now live in my State of Texas. ice organizations have indicated that opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being They were considered civilians until this was one of their top priorities. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. 1977. Then Congress gave them veteran Women have served in every single war Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, on that status. In 2002, the WASPs were al- in this country, and they deserve the I demand the yeas and nays. lowed to be cremated and have their same benefits and recognition as men. The yeas and nays were ordered. ashes placed in Arlington National I urge my colleagues to support this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Cemetery—right down the street from important and timely bill in order to ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- this building. Now bureaucrats have honor those brave women and others ceedings on this motion will be post- decided that these veterans are not whose efforts were essential in the vic- poned. worthy of a proper military burial, and tory of World War II. they have revoked the burial rights at I yield back the balance of my time. f Arlington because of space. This is dis- 1445 graceful, shameful, and is a sorry ex- b ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER cuse to dishonor them. Again, I encourage all my fellow col- PRO TEMPORE Find space to permanently honor leagues to support H.R. 4336, as amend- these women. As a former member of ed. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- the United States Air Force Reserves, I I yield back the balance of my time. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings urge that we show respect to these pi- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise will resume on questions previously lots—give them proper burials, and today in strong support of H.R. 4336, ‘‘Women postponed. pass this legislation. Airforce Service Pilot Arlington Inurnment Res- Votes will be taken in the following And that is just the way it is. toration Act of 2016’’ which directs the Depart- order: Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, ment of the Army to ensure that the cremated Ordering the previous question on I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman remains of persons who served as Women’s House Resolution 653; from Ohio (Ms. FUDGE). Air Forces Service Pilots are eligible for inter- Adopting House Resolution 653, if or- Ms. FUDGE. I thank the gentle- ment in Arlington National Cemetery with full dered; and woman for yielding. military honors. Suspending the rules and passing Mr. Speaker, first, let me thank all I support this legislation sponsored by Con- H.R. 4742, H.R. 4755, and H.R. 4336. of the men and women who have sac- gresswoman MARTHA MCSALLY of Arizona, be- The first electronic vote will be con- rificed and served this Nation. cause the women who have devoted their ducted as a 15-minute vote. Remaining I can’t imagine why any person of lives to the armed services deserve appro- electronic votes will be conducted as 5- sound mind would deny women the priate recognition and praise for their sacrifice. minute votes.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:32 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.051 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Poliquin Schweikert Walberg b 1506 OF H.R. 2745, STANDARD MERGER Pompeo Scott, Austin Walden Posey Sensenbrenner Walker Mr. CUMMINGS changed his vote AND ACQUISITION REVIEWS Price, Tom Sessions Walorski from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ THROUGH EQUAL RULES ACT OF Ratcliffe Shimkus Walters, Mimi So the previous question was ordered. Reed Shuster 2015, AND PROVIDING FOR PRO- Weber (TX) The result of the vote was announced CEEDINGS DURING THE PERIOD Renacci Simpson Webster (FL) Rice (SC) Smith (MO) Wenstrup as above recorded. FROM MARCH 24, 2016, THROUGH Rigell Smith (NE) Westerman MOMENT OF SILENCE IN MEMORY OF THE APRIL 11, 2016 Roby Smith (NJ) Whitfield Roe (TN) Smith (TX) VICTIMS OF THE BRUSSELS TERRORIST ATTACKS The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Williams Rogers (AL) Stefanik Wilson (SC) The SPEAKER. The Chair would ask Rogers (KY) Stewart finished business is the vote on order- Wittman all present to rise for the purpose of a Rohrabacher Stivers ing the previous question on the reso- Womack Rokita Stutzman moment of silence. Woodall lution (H. Res. 653) providing for con- Rooney (FL) Thompson (PA) The Chair asks that the House now Yoder sideration of the bill (H.R. 2745) to Ros-Lehtinen Thornberry observe a moment of silence in mem- Roskam Tiberi Yoho amend the Clayton Act and the Federal Young (AK) ory of the victims of the terrorist at- Trade Commission Act to provide that Ross Tipton Rothfus Trott Young (IA) tacks in Brussels. the Federal Trade Commission shall Rouzer Turner Young (IN) Without objection, 5-minute voting exercise authority with respect to Royce Upton Zeldin will continue. mergers only under the Clayton Act Russell Valadao Zinke Salmon Wagner There was no objection. and only in the same procedural man- The SPEAKER. The question is on ner as the Attorney General exercises NAYS—154 the adoption of House Resolution 653. such authority, and providing for pro- Adams Gabbard Napolitano The question was taken; and the ceedings during the period from March Aguilar Gallego Neal Speaker announced that the ayes ap- 24, 2016, through April 11, 2016, on Ashford Garamendi Norcross peared to have it. which the yeas and nays were ordered. Beatty Graham O’Rourke Bera Grayson Pallone RECORDED VOTE The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Bishop (GA) Green, Gene Pascrell Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I demand a ´ tion. Bonamici Gutierrez Peters recorded vote. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Boyle, Brendan Hahn Peterson F. Hastings Pingree A recorded vote was ordered. question is on ordering the previous Brady (PA) Heck (WA) Pocan The SPEAKER. This is a 5-minute question. Brown (FL) Higgins Polis vote. The vote was taken by electronic de- Brownley (CA) Himes Quigley Butterfield Hinojosa The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were—yeas 231, nays Rice (NY) Capps Honda Richmond vice, and there were—ayes 233, noes 154, 154, not voting 48, as follows: Capuano Hoyer Roybal-Allard not voting 46, as follows: Ca´ rdenas Huffman Ruiz [Roll No. 131] Carney Israel [Roll No. 132] Ruppersberger Carson (IN) Jeffries YEAS—231 Ryan (OH) AYES—233 Cartwright Johnson (GA) Sa´ nchez, Linda Abraham Duncan (SC) Katko Castro (TX) Kaptur Abraham Duncan (SC) Katko T. Aderholt Duncan (TN) Kelly (MS) Chu, Judy Keating Aderholt Duncan (TN) Kelly (MS) Sanchez, Loretta Allen Ellmers (NC) Kelly (PA) Clark (MA) Kennedy Allen Ellmers (NC) Kelly (PA) Amash Farenthold King (IA) Clarke (NY) Kildee Sarbanes Amash Farenthold King (IA) Amodei Fitzpatrick King (NY) Clay Kilmer Schiff Amodei Fitzpatrick King (NY) Babin Fleischmann Kinzinger (IL) Cleaver Kind Schrader Babin Fleischmann Kinzinger (IL) Barletta Fleming Kline Clyburn Kirkpatrick Scott (VA) Barletta Fleming Kline Barr Flores Knight Connolly Kuster Scott, David Barr Flores Knight Barton Forbes LaHood Conyers Langevin Serrano Barton Forbes LaHood Benishek Fortenberry LaMalfa Cooper Larsen (WA) Sewell (AL) Benishek Fortenberry LaMalfa Bilirakis Foxx Lamborn Costa Larson (CT) Sherman Bilirakis Foxx Lamborn Bishop (MI) Franks (AZ) Lance Courtney Lawrence Sinema Bishop (MI) Franks (AZ) Lance Black Frelinghuysen Latta Crowley Levin Sires Black Frelinghuysen Latta Blackburn Garrett LoBiondo Cuellar Lewis Slaughter Blackburn Garrett LoBiondo Blum Gibbs Long Cummings Lieu, Ted Swalwell (CA) Blum Gibbs Long Bost Gibson Loudermilk Davis (CA) Lipinski Takai Bost Gibson Loudermilk Boustany Gohmert Lucas Davis, Danny Loebsack Takano Boustany Gohmert Lucas Brady (TX) Goodlatte Luetkemeyer DeFazio Lofgren Thompson (CA) Brady (TX) Goodlatte Luetkemeyer Brat Gosar Lummis DeGette Lowey Thompson (MS) Brat Gosar Lummis Bridenstine Gowdy MacArthur Delaney Lujan Grisham Titus Bridenstine Gowdy MacArthur Brooks (AL) Granger Marchant DeSaulnier (NM) Tonko Brooks (AL) Granger Marchant Brooks (IN) Graves (GA) Marino Deutch Luja´ n, Ben Ray Torres Brooks (IN) Graves (GA) Marino Buchanan Graves (LA) Massie Dingell (NM) Tsongas Buchanan Graves (LA) Massie Buck Graves (MO) McCarthy Doggett Lynch Van Hollen Buck Graves (MO) McCarthy Bucshon Griffith McCaul Doyle, Michael Maloney, Vargas Bucshon Griffith McCaul Burgess Grothman McClintock F. Carolyn Veasey Burgess Grothman McClintock Byrne Guinta McHenry Duckworth Maloney, Sean Vela Byrne Guinta McHenry Calvert Guthrie McKinley Edwards Matsui Vela´ zquez Calvert Guthrie McKinley Carter (GA) Hanna McMorris Ellison McCollum Visclosky Carter (GA) Hanna McMorris Carter (TX) Hardy Rodgers Eshoo McDermott Walz Carter (TX) Hardy Rodgers Chabot Harper McSally Esty McNerney Wasserman Chabot Harper McSally Clawson (FL) Harris Meadows Fattah Meng Schultz Clawson (FL) Harris Meadows Coffman Hartzler Meehan Foster Moore Waters, Maxine Coffman Hartzler Meehan Cole Heck (NV) Messer Frankel (FL) Murphy (FL) Watson Coleman Cole Heck (NV) Messer Collins (GA) Hensarling Mica Fudge Nadler Yarmuth Collins (GA) Hensarling Mica Collins (NY) Hice, Jody B. Miller (FL) Collins (NY) Hice, Jody B. Miller (FL) Comstock Hill Miller (MI) NOT VOTING—48 Comstock Hill Miller (MI) Conaway Holding Moolenaar Conaway Holding Moolenaar Cook Hudson Mooney (WV) Bass Green, Al Payne Cook Hudson Mooney (WV) Costello (PA) Huelskamp Mullin Becerra Grijalva Pelosi Costello (PA) Huelskamp Mullin Cramer Huizenga (MI) Mulvaney Beyer Herrera Beutler Perlmutter Cramer Huizenga (MI) Mulvaney Crawford Hultgren Neugebauer Bishop (UT) Jackson Lee Price (NC) Crawford Hultgren Murphy (PA) Crenshaw Hunter Newhouse Blumenauer Johnson, E. B. Rangel Crenshaw Hunter Neugebauer Culberson Hurd (TX) Noem Bustos Kelly (IL) Reichert Culberson Hurd (TX) Newhouse Curbelo (FL) Hurt (VA) Nunes Castor (FL) Labrador Ribble Curbelo (FL) Hurt (VA) Noem Davis, Rodney Issa Olson Chaffetz Lee Rush Davis, Rodney Issa Nunes Denham Jenkins (KS) Palazzo Cicilline Love Sanford Denham Jenkins (KS) Olson Dent Jenkins (WV) Palmer Cohen Lowenthal Scalise Dent Jenkins (WV) Palazzo DeSantis Johnson (OH) Paulsen DeLauro McGovern Schakowsky DeSantis Johnson (OH) Palmer DesJarlais Johnson, Sam Pearce DelBene Meeks Smith (WA) DesJarlais Johnson, Sam Paulsen Diaz-Balart Jolly Perry Emmer (MN) Moulton Speier Diaz-Balart Jolly Pearce Dold Jones Pittenger Engel Murphy (PA) Welch Dold Jones Perry Donovan Jordan Pitts Farr Nolan Westmoreland Donovan Jordan Pittenger Duffy Joyce Poe (TX) Fincher Nugent Wilson (FL) Duffy Joyce Pitts

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Keating Napolitano Sires Roby Smith (NJ) Westmoreland Kelly (MS) Neal Slaughter Roe (TN) Smith (TX) Whitfield f Kelly (PA) Neugebauer Smith (MO) Rogers (AL) Stefanik Williams Kennedy Newhouse Smith (NE) Rogers (KY) Stewart Wilson (SC) PROMOTING WOMEN IN Kildee Noem Smith (NJ) Rohrabacher Stivers Wittman Kilmer Norcross Smith (TX) Rokita Stutzman Womack ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT Kind Nunes Stefanik Rooney (FL) Thompson (PA) Woodall The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. King (IA) O’Rourke Ros-Lehtinen Thornberry Yoder Stewart TEWART King (NY) Olson Roskam Tiberi Yoho S ). The unfinished business is Stivers Kinzinger (IL) Palazzo Ross Tipton Young (AK) the vote on the motion to suspend the Stutzman Kirkpatrick Pallone Rothfus Trott Young (IA) Swalwell (CA) rules and pass the bill (H.R. 4742) to au- Kline Palmer Rouzer Turner Young (IN) Takai thorize the National Science Founda- Knight Pascrell Royce Upton Zeldin Takano Kuster Paulsen Russell Valadao Zinke tion to support entrepreneurial pro- Thompson (CA) grams for women, on which the yeas LaHood Pearce Thompson (MS) NOES—154 and nays were ordered. LaMalfa Perry Thompson (PA) Lamborn Peters Thornberry Adams Gabbard Napolitano The Clerk read the title of the bill. Lance Peterson Tiberi Aguilar Gallego Neal The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Langevin Pingree Tipton Ashford Garamendi Norcross Pittenger question is on the motion offered by Larsen (WA) Titus Beatty Graham O’Rourke Pitts the gentlewoman from Virginia (Mrs. Larson (CT) Tonko Bera Grayson Pallone Latta Pocan Torres Bishop (GA) Green, Gene Pascrell COMSTOCK) that the House suspend the Lawrence Poe (TX) Trott Bonamici Gutie´rrez Peters rules and pass the bill. Levin Poliquin Tsongas Boyle, Brendan Hahn Peterson Lewis Polis This is a 5-minute vote. Turner F. Hastings Pingree Lieu, Ted Pompeo The vote was taken by electronic de- Upton Brady (PA) Heck (WA) Pocan Lipinski Posey Valadao Brown (FL) Higgins Polis vice, and there were—yeas 383, nays 4, LoBiondo Price, Tom Brownley (CA) Himes Van Hollen Quigley not voting 46, as follows: Loebsack Quigley Butterfield Hinojosa Rice (NY) Lofgren Ratcliffe Vargas Capps Honda [Roll No. 133] Richmond Long Reed Veasey Capuano Hoyer Roybal-Allard YEAS—383 Loudermilk Renacci Vela Ca´ rdenas Huffman Ruiz Lowey Rice (NY) Vela´ zquez Carney Israel Abraham Coffman Foster Ruppersberger Rice (SC) Visclosky Carson (IN) Jeffries Adams Cole Foxx Lucas Ryan (OH) Richmond Wagner Cartwright Johnson (GA) Aderholt Collins (GA) Frankel (FL) Luetkemeyer Sa´ nchez, Linda Rigell Walberg Castro (TX) Kaptur Aguilar Collins (NY) Franks (AZ) Lujan Grisham T. Walden Chu, Judy Keating Allen Comstock Frelinghuysen (NM) Roby Sanchez, Loretta ´ Walker Clark (MA) Kennedy Amodei Conaway Fudge Lujan, Ben Ray Roe (TN) Clarke (NY) Kildee Sarbanes Ashford Connolly Gabbard (NM) Rogers (AL) Walorski Clay Kilmer Schiff Babin Conyers Gallego Lummis Rogers (KY) Walters, Mimi Cleaver Kind Schrader Barletta Cook Garamendi Lynch Rohrabacher Walz Clyburn Kirkpatrick Scott (VA) Barr Cooper Garrett MacArthur Rokita Wasserman Connolly Kuster Scott, David Barton Costa Gibbs Maloney, Rooney (FL) Schultz Conyers Langevin Serrano Beatty Costello (PA) Gibson Carolyn Ros-Lehtinen Waters, Maxine Cooper Larsen (WA) Sewell (AL) Benishek Courtney Goodlatte Maloney, Sean Roskam Watson Coleman Costa Larson (CT) Sherman Bera Cramer Gosar Marchant Ross Weber (TX) Courtney Lawrence Sinema Bilirakis Crawford Gowdy Marino Rothfus Webster (FL) Bishop (GA) Crenshaw Graham Crowley Levin Sires Matsui Rouzer Wenstrup Slaughter Bishop (MI) Crowley Granger Cuellar Lewis McCarthy Roybal-Allard Westerman Swalwell (CA) Black Cuellar Graves (GA) Cummings Lieu, Ted McCaul Royce Westmoreland Takai Blackburn Culberson Graves (LA) Davis (CA) Lipinski McClintock Ruiz Whitfield Takano Blum Cummings Graves (MO) Davis, Danny Loebsack McCollum Ruppersberger Williams Thompson (CA) Bonamici Curbelo (FL) Grayson DeFazio Lofgren McDermott Russell Wilson (SC) DeGette Lowey Thompson (MS) Bost Davis (CA) Green, Gene McHenry Ryan (OH) Boustany Davis, Danny Griffith Wittman Delaney Lujan Grisham Titus McKinley Salmon Boyle, Brendan Davis, Rodney Guinta Womack DeSaulnier (NM) Tonko McMorris Sa´ nchez, Linda F. DeFazio Guthrie Woodall Deutch Luja´ n, Ben Ray Torres Rodgers T. Brady (PA) DeGette Gutie´rrez Yarmuth Dingell (NM) Tsongas McNerney Sanchez, Loretta Brady (TX) Delaney Hahn Yoder Doggett Lynch Van Hollen McSally Sarbanes Brat Denham Hanna Yoho Doyle, Michael Maloney, Vargas Meadows Schiff Bridenstine Dent Hardy Young (AK) F. Carolyn Veasey Meehan Schrader Brooks (AL) DeSantis Harper Young (IA) Duckworth Maloney, Sean Vela Meng Schweikert ´ Brooks (IN) DeSaulnier Harris Edwards Matsui Velazquez Messer Scott (VA) Young (IN) Ellison McCollum Visclosky Brown (FL) DesJarlais Hartzler Zeldin Brownley (CA) Deutch Hastings Mica Scott, Austin Eshoo McDermott Walz Miller (FL) Scott, David Zinke Esty McNerney Wasserman Buchanan Diaz-Balart Heck (NV) Schultz Buck Dingell Heck (WA) Fattah Meng NAYS—4 Foster Moore Waters, Maxine Bucshon Doggett Hensarling Frankel (FL) Murphy (FL) Watson Coleman Burgess Dold Hice, Jody B. Amash Grothman Fudge Nadler Yarmuth Butterfield Donovan Higgins Gohmert Massie Byrne Doyle, Michael Hill NOT VOTING—46 Calvert F. Himes NOT VOTING—46 Capps Duckworth Hinojosa Bass Green, Al Pelosi Capuano Duffy Holding Bass Green, Al Pelosi Becerra Grijalva Perlmutter Ca´ rdenas Duncan (SC) Honda Becerra Grijalva Perlmutter Beyer Herrera Beutler Price (NC) Carney Duncan (TN) Hoyer Beyer Herrera Beutler Price (NC) Bishop (UT) Jackson Lee Rangel Carson (IN) Edwards Hudson Bishop (UT) Jackson Lee Rangel Blumenauer Johnson, E. B. Reichert Carter (GA) Ellison Huelskamp Blumenauer Johnson, E. B. Reichert Bustos Kelly (IL) Ribble Carter (TX) Ellmers (NC) Huffman Bustos Kelly (IL) Ribble Castor (FL) Labrador Rush Cartwright Eshoo Huizenga (MI) Castor (FL) Labrador Rush Chaffetz Lee Sanford Castro (TX) Esty Hultgren Chaffetz Lee Sanford Cicilline Love Chabot Farenthold Hunter Cicilline Love Scalise Scalise Cohen Lowenthal Chu, Judy Fattah Hurd (TX) Cohen Lowenthal Schakowsky Schakowsky DeLauro McGovern Clark (MA) Fitzpatrick Hurt (VA) DeLauro McGovern Smith (WA) Smith (WA) DelBene Meeks Clarke (NY) Fleischmann Israel DelBene Meeks Emmer (MN) Moulton Speier Clawson (FL) Fleming Issa Emmer (MN) Moulton Speier Engel Nolan Welch Clay Flores Jeffries Engel Nolan Welch Farr Nugent Wilson (FL) Cleaver Forbes Jenkins (KS) Farr Nugent Wilson (FL) Fincher Payne Clyburn Fortenberry Jenkins (WV) Fincher Payne

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ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Hanna Marchant Sa´ nchez, Linda Payne Ribble Smith (WA) Hardy Marino T. Pelosi Rokita Speier The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. POE Harper Matsui Sanchez, Loretta Perlmutter Rush Walker of Texas) (during the vote). There are 2 Harris McCarthy Sarbanes Price (NC) Sanford Welch minutes remaining. Hartzler McCaul Schiff Rangel Scalise Wilson (FL) Hastings McClintock Schrader Reichert Schakowsky Heck (NV) McCollum Schweikert b 1521 ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Heck (WA) McDermott Scott (VA) So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Hensarling McHenry Scott, Austin The SPEAKER pro tempore (during tive) the rules were suspended and the Hice, Jody B. McKinley Scott, David the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Higgins McMorris bill was passed. Sensenbrenner ing. Hill Rodgers Serrano The result of the vote was announced Himes McNerney Sessions as above recorded. Hinojosa McSally Sewell (AL) b 1527 A motion to reconsider was laid on Holding Meadows Sherman So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Honda Meehan Shimkus the table. Hoyer Meng tive) the rules were suspended and the Shuster Hudson Messer Simpson bill was passed. f Huelskamp Mica Sinema The result of the vote was announced Huffman Miller (FL) Sires INSPIRING THE NEXT SPACE PIO- Huizenga (MI) Miller (MI) as above recorded. Slaughter NEERS, INNOVATORS, RE- Hultgren Moolenaar A motion to reconsider was laid on Smith (MO) SEARCHERS, AND EXPLORERS Hunter Mooney (WV) the table. Hurd (TX) Moore Smith (NE) (INSPIRE) WOMEN ACT Hurt (VA) Mullin Smith (NJ) Stated for: The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Israel Mulvaney Smith (TX) Mr. LAMALFA. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. Issa Murphy (FL) Stefanik 134, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been finished business is the vote on the mo- Jeffries Murphy (PA) Stewart tion to suspend the rules and pass the Jenkins (KS) Nadler Stivers present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ Stutzman bill (H.R. 4755) to inspire women to Jenkins (WV) Napolitano f enter the aerospace field, including Johnson (GA) Neal Swalwell (CA) Johnson (OH) Neugebauer Takai science, technology, engineering, and Johnson, Sam Newhouse Takano WOMEN AIRFORCE SERVICE PILOT mathematics, through mentorship and Jolly Noem Thompson (CA) ARLINGTON INURNMENT RES- outreach, on which the yeas and nays Jones Norcross Thompson (MS) TORATION ACT Jordan Nunes Thompson (PA) were ordered. Joyce O’Rourke Thornberry The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- The Clerk read the title of the bill. Kaptur Olson Tiberi finished business is the vote on the mo- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Katko Palazzo Tipton tion to suspend the rules and pass the question is on the motion offered by Keating Pallone Titus Kelly (MS) Palmer Tonko bill (H.R. 4336) to amend title 38, the gentlewoman from Virginia (Mrs. Kelly (PA) Pascrell Torres United States Code, to provide for the COMSTOCK) that the House suspend the Kennedy Paulsen Trott burial of the cremated remains of per- Kildee Pearce rules and pass the bill. Tsongas sons who served as Women’s Air Forces This is a 5-minute vote. Kilmer Perry Turner Kind Peters Upton Service Pilots in Arlington National The vote was taken by electronic de- King (IA) Peterson Valadao Cemetery, as amended, on which the vice, and there were—yeas 380, nays 3, King (NY) Pingree Van Hollen yeas and nays were ordered. not voting 50, as follows: Kinzinger (IL) Pittenger Vargas Kirkpatrick Pitts The Clerk read the title of the bill. [Roll No. 134] Veasey Kline Pocan Vela The SPEAKER pro tempore. The YEAS—380 Knight Poe (TX) Vela´ zquez question is on the motion offered by Kuster Poliquin Visclosky Abraham Castro (TX) Doyle, Michael LaHood Polis the gentleman from Florida (Mr. MIL- Wagner Adams Chabot F. Lamborn Pompeo LER) that the House suspend the rules Walberg Aderholt Chu, Judy Duckworth Lance Posey Walden and pass the bill, as amended. Aguilar Clark (MA) Duffy Langevin Price, Tom Walorski Allen Clarke (NY) Duncan (SC) Larsen (WA) Quigley This is a 5-minute vote. Amodei Clawson (FL) Duncan (TN) Larson (CT) Ratcliffe Walters, Mimi The vote was taken by electronic de- Ashford Clay Edwards Latta Reed Walz vice, and there were—yeas 385, nays 0, Babin Cleaver Ellison Wasserman Lawrence Renacci not voting 48, as follows: Barletta Clyburn Ellmers (NC) Levin Rice (NY) Schultz Barr Coffman Eshoo Lewis Rice (SC) Waters, Maxine [Roll No. 135] Barton Cole Esty Watson Coleman Lieu, Ted Richmond YEAS—385 Beatty Collins (GA) Farenthold Lipinski Rigell Weber (TX) Benishek Collins (NY) Fattah LoBiondo Roby Webster (FL) Abraham Buck Courtney Bera Comstock Fitzpatrick Loebsack Roe (TN) Wenstrup Adams Bucshon Cramer Bilirakis Conaway Fleischmann Lofgren Rogers (AL) Westerman Aderholt Burgess Crawford Bishop (GA) Connolly Fleming Long Rogers (KY) Westmoreland Aguilar Butterfield Crenshaw Bishop (MI) Conyers Flores Loudermilk Rohrabacher Whitfield Allen Byrne Crowley Black Cook Forbes Lowey Rooney (FL) Williams Amash Calvert Cuellar Blackburn Cooper Fortenberry Lucas Ros-Lehtinen Wilson (SC) Amodei Capps Culberson Blum Costa Foster Luetkemeyer Roskam Wittman Ashford Capuano Cummings Bonamici Costello (PA) Foxx Lujan Grisham Ross Womack Babin Ca´ rdenas Curbelo (FL) Bost Courtney Frankel (FL) (NM) Rothfus Woodall Barletta Carney Davis (CA) Boustany Cramer Franks (AZ) Luja´ n, Ben Ray Rouzer Yarmuth Barr Carson (IN) Davis, Danny Boyle, Brendan Crawford Frelinghuysen (NM) Roybal-Allard Yoder Barton Carter (GA) Davis, Rodney F. Crenshaw Fudge Lummis Royce Yoho Beatty Carter (TX) DeFazio Brady (PA) Crowley Gabbard Lynch Ruiz Young (AK) Benishek Cartwright DeGette Brat Cuellar Gallego MacArthur Ruppersberger Young (IA) Bera Castro (TX) Delaney Bridenstine Culberson Garamendi Maloney, Russell Young (IN) Bilirakis Chabot Denham Brooks (AL) Cummings Garrett Carolyn Ryan (OH) Zeldin Bishop (GA) Chu, Judy Dent Brooks (IN) Curbelo (FL) Gibbs Maloney, Sean Salmon Zinke Bishop (MI) Clark (MA) DeSantis Brown (FL) Davis (CA) Gibson Black Clarke (NY) DeSaulnier Brownley (CA) Davis, Danny Goodlatte NAYS—3 Blackburn Clawson (FL) DesJarlais Buchanan Davis, Rodney Gosar Blum Clay Deutch Buck DeFazio Gowdy Amash Gohmert Massie Bonamici Cleaver Diaz-Balart Bucshon DeGette Graham Bost Clyburn Dingell Burgess Delaney Granger NOT VOTING—50 Boustany Coffman Doggett Butterfield Denham Graves (GA) Bass DeLauro Kelly (IL) Boyle, Brendan Cole Dold Byrne Dent Graves (LA) Becerra DelBene Labrador F. Collins (GA) Donovan Calvert DeSantis Graves (MO) Beyer Emmer (MN) LaMalfa Brady (PA) Collins (NY) Doyle, Michael Capps DeSaulnier Grayson Bishop (UT) Engel Lee Brady (TX) Comstock F. Capuano DesJarlais Green, Gene Blumenauer Farr Love Brat Conaway Duckworth Ca´ rdenas Deutch Griffith Brady (TX) Fincher Lowenthal Bridenstine Connolly Duffy Carney Diaz-Balart Grothman Bustos Green, Al McGovern Brooks (AL) Conyers Duncan (SC) Carson (IN) Dingell Guinta Castor (FL) Grijalva Meeks Brooks (IN) Cook Duncan (TN) Carter (GA) Doggett Guthrie Chaffetz Herrera Beutler Moulton Brown (FL) Cooper Edwards Carter (TX) Dold Gutie´rrez Cicilline Jackson Lee Nolan Brownley (CA) Costa Ellison Cartwright Donovan Hahn Cohen Johnson, E. B. Nugent Buchanan Costello (PA) Ellmers (NC)

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:39 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.058 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1535 Eshoo Langevin Rohrabacher NOT VOTING—48 tion Week, which will be observed Esty Larsen (WA) Rokita Bass Green, Al Payne through this Saturday. Farenthold Larson (CT) Rooney (FL) Becerra Grijalva Pelosi Fattah Latta Ros-Lehtinen As chairman of the House Agri- Beyer Herrera Beutler Perlmutter culture Subcommittee on Conservation Fitzpatrick Lawrence Roskam Bishop (UT) Jackson Lee Price (NC) Fleischmann Levin Ross Blumenauer Johnson, E. B. Rangel and Forestry and the Representative of Fleming Lewis Rothfus Bustos Kelly (IL) Reichert Pennsylvania’s Fifth Congressional Flores Lieu, Ted Rouzer Castor (FL) Labrador Ribble District, which includes the Allegheny Forbes Lipinski Roybal-Allard Chaffetz Lee Rush Fortenberry LoBiondo Royce Cicilline Love Sanford National Forest, I know how quickly Foster Loebsack Ruiz Cohen Lowenthal Scalise simple brush fires can get out of con- Foxx Lofgren Ruppersberger DeLauro McGovern Schakowsky trol at this time of the year, often dev- Frankel (FL) Long Russell DelBene Meeks Schweikert astating acres of forest. In Pennsyl- Franks (AZ) Loudermilk Ryan (OH) Emmer (MN) Moulton Smith (WA) Frelinghuysen Lowey Salmon Engel Neal Speier vania, it is estimated that nearly 7,000 Fudge Lucas Sa´ nchez, Linda Farr Nolan Welch acres of State and private land are Gabbard Luetkemeyer T. Fincher Nugent Wilson (FL) burned each year. Additionally, nearly Gallego Lujan Grisham Sanchez, Loretta ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE all brush fires, an estimated 85 percent, Garamendi (NM) Sarbanes Garrett Luja´ n, Ben Ray Schiff The SPEAKER pro tempore (during occur in the months of March, April, Gibbs (NM) Schrader the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- and May. Gibson Lummis Scott (VA) ing. Because of the prevalence of fires at Gohmert Lynch Scott, Austin this time of the year, I also want to Goodlatte MacArthur Scott, David b 1534 Gosar Maloney, Sensenbrenner praise the efforts of our fire depart- Gowdy Carolyn Serrano So (two-thirds being in the affirma- ments across the Commonwealth. Graham Maloney, Sean Sessions tive) the rules were suspended and the These men and women, the vast major- Granger Marchant Sewell (AL) bill, as amended, was passed. ity of whom are volunteers, volunteer Marino Graves (GA) Sherman their time and service to their commu- Graves (LA) Massie Shimkus The result of the vote was announced Graves (MO) Matsui Shuster as above recorded. nities and often put their lives on the Grayson McCarthy Simpson The title of the bill was amended so line to save property and homes im- Green, Gene McCaul Sinema as to read: ‘‘A bill to amend title 38, pacted by fires which grow out of con- McClintock Griffith Sires United States Code, to provide for the trol. Grothman McCollum Slaughter Guinta McDermott Smith (MO) burial in Arlington National Cemetery Nearly all wildfires are caused by Guthrie McHenry Smith (NE) of the cremated remains of certain per- human activity, which is why it is so Gutie´rrez McKinley Smith (NJ) sons whose service has been determined important that we continue to educate Hahn McMorris Smith (TX) to be active service.’’. the public on commonsense ways to Hanna Rodgers Stefanik Hardy McNerney Stewart A motion to reconsider was laid on stop them before they start. Harper McSally Stivers the table. f Meadows Harris Stutzman PERSONAL EXPLANATION Hartzler Meehan Swalwell (CA) COUNTDOWN TO EARTH DAY 2016 Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Hastings Meng Takai (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given Heck (NV) Messer Takano today I missed the following votes: permission to address the House for 1 Heck (WA) Mica Thompson (CA) 1. Motion on Ordering the Previous Ques- minute.) Hensarling Miller (FL) Thompson (MS) tion on the Rule for H.R. 2345. Had I been Hice, Jody B. Miller (MI) Thompson (PA) Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, to mark present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ Higgins Moolenaar Thornberry this first week of spring, this week I Mooney (WV) 2. H. Res. 653—Rule providing for consider- Hill Tiberi launched a Countdown to Earth Day Himes Moore Tipton ation of H.R. 2745—Standard Merger and Ac- 2016 across our congressional district, a Hinojosa Mullin Titus quisitions Reviews Through Equal Rules Act Mulvaney district that encompasses the largest Holding Tonko of 2015. Had I been present, I would have Honda Murphy (FL) Torres watershed in the entire Great Lakes, Murphy (PA) voted ‘‘no.’’ Hoyer Trott that flows into Lake Erie. Nadler Hudson Tsongas 3. H.R. 4742—Promoting Women in Entre- With greater rainfall causing rising Huelskamp Napolitano Turner preneurship Act. Had I been present, I would Neugebauer nutrient runoff and with millions of Huffman Upton have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. Huizenga (MI) Newhouse Valadao people and livestock inhabiting this Hultgren Noem Van Hollen 4. H.R. 4755—Inspiring the Next Space watershed, the persistent and growing Norcross Hunter Vargas Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers (IN- challenge of algal blooms into Lake Hurd (TX) Nunes Veasey SPIRE) Women Act. Had I been present, I Erie threatens our precious freshwater Hurt (VA) O’Rourke Vela would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. Israel Olson Vela´ zquez supply. Issa Palazzo Visclosky 5. H.R. 4336—Women Airforce Service Pilot This 21st century challenge is one we Jeffries Pallone Wagner Arlington Inurnment Restoration Act, as must meet. Thus, each week until Palmer Walberg Jenkins (KS) amended. Had I been present, I would have Earth Day, April 22, I intend to focus Jenkins (WV) Pascrell Walden voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. Johnson (GA) Paulsen Walker on practical ways citizens can help to Johnson (OH) Pearce Walorski f restore our ecosystem. Johnson, Sam Perry Walters, Mimi This week our focus is people helping Peters HOUR OF MEETING ON TOMORROW Jolly Walz pollinators, as pollinators—bees, but- Jones Peterson Wasserman Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I ask Jordan Pingree Schultz terflies, hummingbirds—are key to Joyce Pittenger Waters, Maxine unanimous consent that when the abundant plant growth in a region that Kaptur Pitts Watson Coleman House adjourns today, it adjourn to needs less erosion, more wetland filtra- Katko Pocan Weber (TX) meet at 9 a.m. tomorrow. tion, better land and plant manage- Keating Poe (TX) Webster (FL) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Kelly (MS) Poliquin Wenstrup ment. And one of three foods you eat is Kelly (PA) Polis Westerman objection to the request of the gen- dependent on pollinators. Kennedy Pompeo Westmoreland tleman from New York? Citizen plantings of staple garden Kildee Posey Whitfield There was no objection. standards such as parsley, dill, fennel, Kilmer Price, Tom Williams Kind Quigley Wilson (SC) f and other herbs contribute to polli- King (IA) Ratcliffe Wittman nator support and ecosystem health. King (NY) Reed Womack PENNSYLVANIA WILDFIRE WEEK They are landing pads for the growth of Kinzinger (IL) Renacci Woodall (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania caterpillars and other beneficial in- Kirkpatrick Rice (NY) Yarmuth Kline Rice (SC) Yoder asked and was given permission to ad- sects. Knight Richmond Yoho dress the House for 1 minute and to re- Everyone can help. For that reason, I Kuster Rigell Young (AK) vise and extend his remarks.) encourage all Americans to get out- LaHood Roby Young (IA) Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. side, enjoy the new spring, restore our LaMalfa Roe (TN) Young (IN) Lamborn Rogers (AL) Zeldin Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recogni- environment, and plant helpful herbs Lance Rogers (KY) Zinke tion of Pennsylvania’s Wildfire Preven- in your gardens and properties to pass

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:39 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR7.043 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 on a healthier ecosystem to the next tire insurance industry will certainly In 1987, Congress passed a new stat- generation. be missed. I wish him the best with his ute which designated the entire month f future endeavors. of March, 1987, as Women’s History f Month. TERRORIST ATTACK IN BRUSSELS Between 1988 and 1994, Congress (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was HONORING THE SERVICE OF FIVE passed additional resolutions request- given permission to address the House OUTSTANDING UNITED STATES ing and authorizing the President to for 1 minute and to revise and extend AIR FORCE LEADERS proclaim March of each year as Wom- his remarks.) (Mr. HARDY asked and was given en’s History Month. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, as permission to address the House for 1 Since 1985, Presidents Clinton, Bush, passengers boarded their early morning minute and to revise and extend his re- and Obama have issued a series of an- flights and commuters boarded the marks.) nual proclamations designating the train to work, multiple bombs exploded Mr. HARDY. Mr. Speaker, I rise month of March as Women’s History in Brussels. today to honor the service of five of the Month. Days after Belgian law enforcement most outstanding leaders in the United We have so many women all through- captured alive ISIS terrorist Salah States Air Force. These five men— out our country and each one of our Abdeslam, one of the suspected ring- Major General Jay Silveria, Brigadier congressional districts who have gone leaders in the Paris attacks, ISIS ter- General Christopher Short, Colonel above and beyond and have etched rorists struck again. At least 30 civil- Richard Boutwell, Colonel Thomas their place into history through their ians were murdered and more than 200 Dempsey, and Colonel Aaron Steffens— outstanding service to their commu- others were injured. have all served with honor and distinc- nity and their country. Mr. Speaker, it is obvious that the tion at the Nellis Air Force Base back We have women who serve in our U.S.’ current strategy against ISIS, in my district in southern Nevada. military, who are teachers in our class- which has allowed terrorist organiza- As a freshmen Member of Congress, I rooms, women who are first responders, tions to retain havens from which to couldn’t have asked for a better cadre artists, and businessowners. I certainly wouldn’t be able to be plan and launch attacks for nearly 2 of officers to lead the many young where I am today, standing here in this years, is inadequate. Empty words servicemembers who call my district Chamber, if not for all the women in claiming progress, containment, and home. my life, especially my two daughters, success are meaningless. It has been a privilege to develop The latest attack is not surprising. Mikayla and Arianna. strong working relationships with each There are two women who have Attacks will come to our soil if our of these commanders and to seek their leaders continue to refuse to define the strong New York-1 roots. One is from informed counsel on some of the most Setauket. Anna Strong was an Amer- enemy—radical Islam. Jihadists have pressing issues affecting the readiness promised to bring terror to the United ican patriot and a member of the and the capabilities of our Air Force, Culper Spy Ring, George Washington’s States. They will deliver on that prom- as well as our national security prior- ise if we do not use our full resources military intelligence unit. ities. As part of George Washington’s net- to eliminate them. They are at war While I am sad to see them go, I with us. Whether we are at war with work of spies, she literally put it all on know that they will bring the same in- the line for liberty during the Amer- them is still very unclear. tegrity and leadership to their new So as we mourn for the people of Bel- ican Revolution, hanging different gar- commands. gium, the United States should work ments on her clothesline as a signal to To Tonto, Junior, Chase, Vader, and with all free people to eliminate this other patriots on the movements of the Fangs, the Nation is grateful for your evil group, this terrorist group, ISIS. British forces throughout Long Island. And that is just the way it is. service, and I wish you the best. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was the Aim high. First Lady to our 35th President, John f f F. Kennedy. Jackie O was born on the CONGRATULATING DAVID WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH east end of Long Island in South- PRINGLE FOR 37 YEARS OF ampton. In addition to her role as First SERVICE TO AFLAC INSURANCE The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Lady, she is also remembered for her COMPANY GROTHMAN). Under the Speaker’s an- contributions to the arts and historic (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and nounced policy of January 6, 2015, the preservation. was given permission to address the gentleman from New York (Mr. ZELDIN) In each one of our districts, we can House for 1 minute and to revise and is recognized for 60 minutes as the des- personalize what Women’s History extend his remarks.) ignee of the majority leader. Month means to our individual dis- Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speak- GENERAL LEAVE tricts because etched in the history er, I rise today to recognize David Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, before I going back in generations there is so Pringle on his retirement and to con- begin, I ask unanimous consent that much sacrifice to be able to not only gratulate him on his 37 years of service all Members may have 5 legislative take care of their families, but to ad- to Aflac Insurance Company. days in which to revise and extend vance their communities and their Mr. Pringle began his work with their remarks and include extraneous country. Aflac as a sales associate in Mis- material on the topic of this Special The freedom and liberty that we sissippi, North Carolina, and West Vir- Order. cherish here in this Chamber would not ginia. Through hard work and dedica- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there be possible without the sacrifices of so tion to the company, he was promoted objection to the request of the gen- many whom we honor throughout the to the senior vice president of govern- tleman from New York? year at different times, but it is the ment relations in 1990. He has main- There was no objection. month of March in particular that we tained that position ever since. Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, in 1981, we take an extra special pause to say One of Mr. Pringle’s most notable ac- started a national celebration in the thank you. complishments for Aflac is Aflac’s United States honoring women. Con- Before I served in Congress, I served State employee training program, gress passed legislation which author- in the New York State Senate. During which he developed while working at ized and requested the President to my time there, there were countless Aflac’s global headquarters. proclaim the week of March 7, 1928, as measures to be supported ensuring that Through his years of service, Mr. Women’s History Week. women are protected and given access Pringle has established himself as an to opportunity, security, and pros- b 1545 expert in the field of health care, writ- perity. As one of our colleagues, VIR- ing several publications on healthcare Throughout the next 5 years, Con- GINIA FOXX, recently pointed out, every reform and insurance policies. gress continued to pass joint resolu- issue is a woman’s issue. Mr. Pringle’s dedication to Aflac and tions designating a week in March as In 2012 and 2013, while serving in the his service to the betterment of the en- Women’s History Week. State senate, I had the opportunity to

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For me, this topic is deeply personal. their 31⁄2 months in the hospital than I I also voted to create a workforce I spent the first years of my life living would ever wish upon anyone to have training program within the Depart- in public housing, the daughter of par- to experience. You learn a lot about ment of Labor. I fought for this pro- ents with no more than a ninth grade prayer. gram because, with the current state of education. I know how matters of pov- I hope this is okay. We probably ac- the economy, many women and their erty acutely impact women because I cepted prayers in about 16 different re- families are struggling. lived it. ligions during that experience. We This program would help women to I came from a background where peo- would see these twins on one side of obtain higher paying jobs and give ple didn’t always know how to dream, our girls, and the twins might be grow- them access to better opportunities to and as a result, I was prepared to settle ing faster than ours. We might say to provide for themselves and their fami- for a life of unfilled potential. ourselves why aren’t our girls growing lies. I had started to believe that, as a as quickly as those two. But then on In State houses all across this coun- young woman growing up in the 1950s the other side there might be triplets, try and local governments as well, and 1960s who literally lived on the and you are watching parents mourn there are opportunities to provide more other side of the track, that maybe the the loss of one of their triplets. of a chance for that woman and her American Dream wasn’t for me. You learn to count your blessings, family to be able to achieve truly the But, in time, Mr. Speaker, doors of understanding that it is not about you. American Dream. opportunity were opened that helped It is about them. Thanks to the mir- But sometimes government, regula- me realize a plan for my life that was acle of prayer and modern medicine, tions, and laws can block and prevent greater than I could ever imagine. they were able to come home. that access, access to educational op- I became the first person in my fam- They were on about a dozen medica- tions each and heart monitors. It portunities, the ability to maybe own ily to earn a college degree. I fulfilled wasn’t easy. They didn’t hit 8 pounds your own small business and grow it my desire to become a registered nurse, until they were about 13 months old. into something greater. and I became privileged to serve the But these girls were so strong. What It is our duty, whether you are serv- State of Tennessee in the legislature they experienced during their time in ing as a village mayor or a local town and now in Congress. the hospital was absolutely amazing to supervisor or if you are a Member of Mr. Speaker, I have traveled to far me and my wife. the United States Congress, to seek out corners of the world, and I have seen They had multiple surgeries while opportunities to best represent those the struggle that women endure for ac- they were there. There was a time for whom we are elected to be their cess to education, a paycheck, and for where one of my daughters went into voice and ensure that they are given real independence. what is call septic shock, which has a maximum opportunity to succeed. I am also keenly aware that only 80, 90 percent mortality rate. While she I am pleased to be joined this after- here in this country is this story of was in septic shock, she had a stroke. noon by Mrs. DIANE BLACK, who is an mine possible. Only here could some- The doctors actually recommended amazing, exceptional woman in her one like me go from living in the halls that my wife and I discontinue treat- own right. of a public housing complex to serving ment. Mikayla wasn’t getting any bet- I am sure that, at some point, there in the Halls of the United States Con- ter, but she wasn’t getting any worse will be a Women’s History Month Spe- gress. That is why we call it the Amer- for about 24 hours, up to this point cial Order in this Chamber a couple of ican Dream. where the doctors were recommending generations from now where they will On this Women’s History Month, we that we discontinue treatment and let be talking about all of your out- must resolve to ensure that stories like her go. standing service. You have not only mine aren’t unique. The work we do We decided that, if she was going to served your district well, but have here in Congress must reach today’s keep fighting, we would keep fighting served our entire country well. young women with the truth that they with her. We elected to do this really I yield to the gentlewoman from Ten- have God-given gifts waiting to be used risky brain surgery. My wife and I nessee (Mrs. BLACK). and that the American Dream is theirs went to her and said goodbye. We went Mrs. BLACK. Mr. Speaker, I want to to share in as well. to the waiting room expecting the thank my good friend, Mr. ZELDIN, for I again thank Congressman ZELDIN worst and hoping for the best. yielding to me. for bringing us together for this impor- The doctors came to us when surgery I have been sitting here listening to tant conversation. was done and said that Mikayla is not the gentleman’s words, and I will say Mr. ZELDIN. I thank Mrs. BLACK for out of the woods yet, but things went that I am honored to have the gen- her important words and again for all better than expected. With a whole lot tleman here talking about the women her service. of fight, strength, prayer, and a lot of in his life, particularly his wife and his One of the things that I will forever amazing medicine and expertise at that two daughters, and what the future be inspired by with regard to Mrs. hospital, they are doing great. They may bring for them. BLACK’s service here in this Chamber is are doing great. Mr. Speaker, it is often said that how much she values family and the Now, Mikayla ended up getting some every issue is a woman’s issue, and it is strength of a strong family and the early intervention when she was true. I know Representative ZELDIN need for champions at all levels of gov- younger. My two daughters are equals just made that comment. ernment to fight on their behalf. with their peers. They have caught up When we talk about tax reform for I mentioned earlier my two daugh- to them. Just think of how many op- our small businesses, this directly im- ters, Mikayla and Arianna, identical portunities were provided to these girls pacts 30 percent of small girls. They are 91⁄2. They are finishing from the moment they went into the businessowners who are women. fourth grade. When they were born, hospital to today to be able to survive When we talk about repealing they were less than a pound and a half. and to succeed. ObamaCare’s harmful 30-hour rule that They were born 141⁄2 weeks early. Now, there are a lot of decisions that is depressing hours and wages, we do so I was actually in Iraq in 2006, and a get made here in this Chamber that im- with the knowledge that the majority Red Cross message came out and said pact women, future women leaders of of those harmed by this rule are that my wife, Diana, went into labor our country, young girls and boys who women. and the babies weren’t going to make aren’t old enough to vote. When we talk about preserving and it. It was a sad time. It was the 22nd Yet, some of the most important con- protecting the American Dream for fu- week. sequences of the decisions made in this

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I appreciate his service and KAY GRANGER was the first woman to woman ever elected to Congress. She his leadership on behalf of the people of be elected mayor of Fort Worth and is just turned 31 years old. New York and for being an advocate to the first and only Republican woman MARTHA MCSALLY is the first female make history move forward for women. elected from Texas to the House of fighter pilot in American military his- As we walk these halls of Congress, it Representatives. tory. She is serving here now as a is hard to miss the bronze and marble MARSHA BLACKBURN was the first freshman. I believe a happy birthday is reminders of women who blazed the woman to sell books door to door for in order to her. trail before us. We follow their lead, re- Southwestern Company. After working I would say maybe happy 27th birth- member their struggles, and enjoy the her way up in the company, Marsha day, if you are listening. I don’t want rights and freedoms they have helped left to build a small business of her to get myself into trouble, but happy us secure. Perhaps the most lasting own. birthday to Martha. tribute we can make for them is VICKY HARTZLER was raised on the MIA LOVE is the first Black Repub- through our effort to make history for farm, served in the Missouri State lican woman, but she is Mormon and the next generation of trailblazers. House until taking time off after Haitian. She is all sorts of firsts and is Friends, we are nearing the end of adopting a baby daughter, and then be- Women’s History Month, and I have re- inspiring so many. came the second Republican woman flected on the words of our beloved All of the three women I have just elected to Congress from Missouri. First Lady Nancy Reagan, who passed mentioned—and there are more that I JAIME HERRERA BEUTLER is the first away earlier this month: ‘‘Feminism is could mention—are inspiring my Hispanic in history to represent Wash- the ability to choose what you want to daughters’ generation to aim high be- ington State in the House, and her do.’’ Her words remind me just how cause you may be a veteran, you might daughter is the first child to survive much young girls need role models. become a teacher, you might some day Potter’s Syndrome. They need to be able to look up to cou- be an elected official or an artist or a LYNN JENKINS was raised on a dairy rageous women in every field who in- businessowner. farm, and she is a certified public ac- spire them to dream so that they can countant. b 1600 say: She’s cool. That’s what I want to CYNTHIA LUMMIS was the youngest It is good to have role models. That do, too. woman elected to the Wyoming Legis- is why I speak about Anna Strong, an Women like Dr. Shelley Redinger, lature. American patriot, who is part of that the Superintendent of Spokane Public CANDICE MILLER served as Michigan’s story of how our Nation was founded. Schools in Spokane, who has been on first female secretary of state. Or, as I mentioned, Jacqueline Ken- the forefront of significantly improv- KRISTI NOEM left college early to help nedy Onassis, who was born in the ing graduation rates. She represents run her family’s ranch after her father First Congressional District of New the school district by serving on sev- died, but later earned her bachelor’s York. eral community boards, yet still finds degree in 2012, while serving in Con- The decisions that we make here in time to visit or teach a class in one of gress. this Chamber impact that next genera- the district’s 50 schools. MARTHA ROBY worked at a law firm, tion not even old enough to vote. So Women like Dr. Patricia Butterfield, and she is one of the first two women when we talk about the economy and the dean of the WSU College of Nurs- elected to Congress from Alabama. budgets and debts and deficits, do you ing, who is recognized both in nursing ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN is the first know what? I am not as concerned and health sciences as a regional, na- Cuban American Latina elected to Con- about the person who is part of making tional, and international scholar, and gress. ANN WAGNER was the United States that decision or has a voice as much as takes time to inspire her own students Ambassador to Luxembourg. a strong passion and emotion for that to have a sense of discovery. Women like Brooke Martin, a 15- JACKIE WALORSKI wore many hats. young girl who is going to be inher- year-old from eastern Washington, who She was a television reporter, a mis- iting the consequences of passing the 3 years ago developed the idea for sionary, and even the executive direc- buck off to people who aren’t even old iCPooch to solve her dog’s separation tor of her local Humane Society. enough to vote. anxiety using video chat. After coming ELISE STEFANIK, at 30, was the young- I spoke of my daughters, I talk about in second in a prestigious science com- est woman ever elected to Congress. health, I talk about prayer, I talk petition, her invention is now sold on MIA LOVE is the first African Amer- about education, and the decisions that three continents. ican Republican woman to serve in the are made in this Chamber, in State It is my honor to represent these in- House. houses, and local governments that spirational women. As the second AMATA RADEWAGEN is the first provide opportunities for the business chairwoman of the House Republican woman elected to serve in Congress owners and the teachers while we pause Conference, it is a privilege to serve from American Samoa. on Women’s History Month to honor alongside my passionate, accom- Each story is unique and incredible, those who have come before us. It is plished, and talented House Republican and our presence in Congress is a re- every day while we serve, every day colleagues, who are as diverse as the minder that all issues are women’s that we serve, that we should pursue regions we represent. issues. those opportunities in any way possible RENEE ELLMERS and DIANE BLACK For women in every corner of the for anyone around now or that future were nurses. country, we care about achieving a bet- generation. MIMI WALTERS was a stockbroker. ter life for ourselves and our children. I am proud to say that the highest MARTHA MCSALLY was a colonel in As Congresswoman BLACKBURN so ranking Republican woman in the the Air Force and the first female aptly put it: It is a poetic coincidence United States of America is standing fighter pilot. that Mrs. Reagan passed away during right next to me. We all deeply admire BARBARA COMSTOCK juggled starting this month of remembrance. She will CATHY MCMORRIS RODGERS on so many a family with completing law school go down in history as one of the most levels for her outstanding leadership in before she became chief counsel of the influential and consequential first la- this Chamber. I know that some of the House Committee on Oversight and dies in American history, and a perma- women’s names I just mentioned who Government Reform. nent fixture in our memories. now serve here, or my daughters who SUSAN BROOKS was a U.S. attorney in The onus is now on us as women lead- are looking for role models in life, that Indiana, prosecuting high-profile cases ers to show girls across this country

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Yet, as I talk to my colleagues, we all would not have ever guessed that I That is why House Republicans are agree on one thing: We have much would have been here in the United building an agenda to restore a con- more work to do. Even though there States House of Representatives. I fident America, where every American are a record number of women in Con- think, when people approach you and feels secure in their lives and in their gress, we are still just 20 percent of the ask you to consider this type of public futures. Let’s focus on a bright future total. service, I hope that a lot of young for every American, every woman, to We are not alone, however, in that women look to the women who are here live courageously, follow their hearts, gender disparity. From Congress to and see that we have been able to do it see potential in others, and be risk- State legislatures, to governors and and that they can as well. takers. That is where women can keep mayor’s offices, women represent about It is an honor to serve with the gen- making history for generations to one in five elected officials. That figure tleman. Mr. ZELDIN. I would also venture to come. has remained relatively consistent guess, during the gentlewoman’s time Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank since the 1990s. We have plateaued. as a prosecutor in our judicial system, Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS for being a It is not just in Congress. That same that there have been countless women strong leader, a trailblazer, and a role gender disparity can be seen at the whom she has seen firsthand who have model to many women who serve here Emmy Awards, in the executive board- searched for that advice on how to go in this Chamber and to, I am sure, room, and in the newsroom. through that really tough challenge in countless women inside of her district This Women’s History Month, in- their lives and their feeling vulnerable and all around this country. stead of just focusing on all of the in- or trapped but with that strength of Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentle- credible accomplishments and achieve- character of knowing there is someone woman from Indiana (Mrs. BROOKS), ments of the women that have come around to help them out of tough who was referenced by Mrs. MCMORRIS before us, I also want to mention for a times. RODGERS, for her role taking on incred- short time about our hopes and our The gentlewoman’s experiences ible responsibility inside of our Justice goals for the future, our dreams for throughout that path must give her an Department ensuring that America and what women will be able to accomplish incredible perspective for those women her community was safe. She continues in the next 100 years. who might, right now, be in abusive re- her service here today as an important More women are now earning college lationships or who have suffered some- leader and voice in this Chamber. degrees—associate’s, bachelor’s, and thing traumatic in their lives and don’t Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speak- doctoral—than men today. These know where to go. They feel trapped. er, I thank the gentleman from New women, as they graduate, are actually Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. I have to York for yielding, and I thank him for more likely than their male counter- tell the gentleman that I think there leading this Special Order. I want to parts to have a job lined up. These have been a number of women role also thank and commend him for his young women are the future history models in my life, women who have service to our country in his many makers who will work on the front served as judges—Federal judges, State years of service in the armed services. lines to fight cancer and to find a cure court judges—who have been tremen- I rise today in honor of Women’s His- to cancer. They will serve with dignity dous mentors to the women of the bar. tory Month, as have those who have in this Chamber and they will serve in I have been an attorney for 30 years, gone before me. leadership levels at all levels of govern- and there is a sisterhood of those who One hundred years ago, the very first ment. They will be the women who will practice law and who work to uphold woman was elected to Congress. Her lead in the board room, and they will the laws. We work together to try to name was Representative Jeannette be the women who will build the next support each other, not just in the Rankin. She was elected by the people generation of technology. courtrooms but on our professional ca- of the great State of Montana to serve We know that there are women com- reer paths. They are women like Fed- in the House of Representatives. This ing behind us who will be making a dif- eral Judge Sarah Evans Barker, who is was even a few years before women ference. I look forward to future Wom- about to retire, and another Federal were given the right to vote in this en’s History Months when we can talk judge, Sue Shields, who was the first country. about those women and what they have female judge in the State of Indiana. Since then, 313 women have served in achieved. She was the first female judge at the Congress as United States representa- Again, I want to thank Mr. ZELDIN State court level, and then she also tives, delegates, or Senators. So think for giving us the opportunity to talk served on the Federal bench as a mag- about that: 100 years and only 313 about women, both past, present, and istrate. women have been elected to represent future. They have been strong role models their home districts and States in this Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank and have helped us as lawyers to deal country. Mrs. BROOKS for being here. Hopefully, with our colleagues or with those we I am very proud to be here with the for all of those young girls who come are bringing up through the ranks and gentlewoman from Tennessee, and we home from school and, as part of their offering that hand up as they have of- just heard from the gentlewoman from routine, they are watching C–SPAN fered that hand up to me. We are, the State of Washington, and I am right now, looking for inspiration on often, trying to make sure that women proud to be one of these 313 women. what to do with their life—high school, can overcome whatever obstacles they When I was elected, I joined my col- college—you try to figure out what the might have in continuing their career league from Indiana, JACKIE WALORSKI, right path is for you and you search paths. and we were, in fact, the first Repub- around for role models. Mr. ZELDIN. I am witnessing, first- lican women elected to represent the hand, the gentlewoman’s giving back State of Indiana in 53 years. It had b 1615 many times over. I thank her for par- been 53 years since a representative— I can only imagine how many women ticipating in honor of Women’s History her name was Cecil Hardin—rep- have asked the gentlewoman: How? Month and for all she does in creating resented the western part of our State. What is the path? Tell me. There really her own legacy and trailblazing herself, She served in Congress for 10 years isn’t one path to get to this Chamber which I am sure will be spoken about from 1949 to 1959. or to be that teacher or that veteran; for many years to come. One hundred years after Representa- but the gentlewoman has pursued a Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. I thank the tive Rankin made history by winning path that, I am sure, inspires so many gentleman.

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MCMORRIS RODGERS’ words in that this grow up to be fine young women. My grandmother, really, was more has been an inspiring hour. I just think Mr. ZELDIN. If they ever give me a influential in my life than were my of these three women who are standing hard time, I will say that DIANE BLACK own parents. She lived to the age of 99. before me and what they have accom- told me that this was only going to be She raised me to be in public service, plished. Gosh. temporary. and I always have been in public serv- I now yield to the gentlewoman from Mrs. BLACK. You send them to see ice because of her: I taught school; I Tennessee (Mrs. BLACK). I thank her for Mama Black. was in the Air Force Reserves; I was a being here and for making this an im- Mr. ZELDIN. All right. Hopefully, I prosecutor; then I was a judge and a portant hour and important message won’t be doing that as a last resort. I Member of Congress—all because of my on so many different levels. might make that plan A. grandmother. She taught me many les- Mrs. BLACK. I thank the gentleman Mrs. BLACK. I have a feeling that sons, and she made it very simple. Not for yielding to me. the gentleman is going to be quite a only did she inspire me to be in public Mr. Speaker, I have the honor of rec- good daddy—that he is and that he will service—I took that good advice—but ognizing someone who mentored me be—as they grow through those dif- she said, until the day she died, that when I was back in the State senate ficult years, which all little girls do; so she had failed, for my grandmother and had the honor of serving there with the gentleman will have those years. was, as we say in the South, a Yellow a Lieutenant Governor who was a very Just remember, on the other end, they Dog Democrat. She could not believe fine man and who is retiring. will come out to be beautiful young that I had crossed over to the other I thank the gentleman for yielding in women. side and become a Republican, and I order for me to recognize him and to Mr. ZELDIN. I thank the gentle- am not sure that she ever forgave me let him know how much we have appre- woman. In all seriousness, she really for being a Republican. ciated his service to the State of Ten- does provide inspiration for so many in She was a strong-minded, no non- nessee. I thank him for his mentorship sense individual. She used to always how much she values a strong family. to me as a young senator back at the say, ‘‘There is nothing more powerful Mr. Speaker, I yield to Mr. TED POE, State level. than a woman who has made up her Mr. ZELDIN. I can only imagine how who is well respected in this Chamber for not just his straight talk and his mind,’’ and that is true. For a woman many stories the gentlewoman might who has made up her mind, get out of intellect, but as someone who is a have along the way of the people with the way. We find that true even today. fierce champion of American security whom she came in contact. That has proven to be one of the most and of our Constitution. It is obvious Mr. Speaker, for me, my parents were valuable lessons she ever taught me. divorced and remarried, so I grew up that he also has a soft spot in his heart President Lyndon Johnson was a with four parents. I went through a few for the importance of honoring those in hard-nosed politician, but his contribu- divorces with them. Now, my grand- our lives and in our country who have tions to Texas as President were really parents were married for over 71 years. come before us and who serve today to surpassed, in my opinion, by his dogged If they lost everything—if they didn’t make this place extra special. First Lady or, as we called her, Lady have a home, if they didn’t have any Mr. POE of Texas. I thank the gen- Bird Johnson. She was one of the finest money, if they didn’t have any tleman from New York. Southern and politically astute women friends—and if they only had each Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to be we have ever had in the State of Texas. other, they would have been happy. here, as the gentleman says, to recog- While she is best remembered for her They found success in life as soon as nize the people who have influenced love of the environment and the preser- they had found each other. our lives. Of course, we are talking vation of our natural resources, she Before the gentlewoman leaves, I just about the women who have influenced was no wallflower in the business and want to let her know how much so our lives to help us be what we turned political world either. She was her hus- many Members of this Chamber appre- out to be. I want to talk specifically band’s strongest supporter and was ciate everything she does. Whatever it about some Texas women whom I con- with him, giving advice, step for step, is that she has experienced or encoun- sider to be a rare breed. They are tena- throughout his entire career while, at tered in life in her path to get here cious, strong-willed, nurturing, and the same time, carving out a path for today, she makes the most of every also kind. herself in the business world. She minute of being in this Chamber on be- One of those is my mother. I am turned a debt-ridden Austin radio sta- half of keeping our families strong, and blessed that my mom and dad are both tion into a multimillion-dollar broad- I value that very much. alive. They are 90 years of age. My cast empire. Her resume reads like that Mrs. BLACK. I thank the gentleman mom was a Red Cross volunteer during of a superwoman. for that. I appreciate his saying that. World War II. She met my dad. He was Among her many achievements, she Mr. Speaker, my family is number in World War II, in Germany, coming played a pivotal part in shaping legis- one in my life. I have two grand- back to the United States. He was lation by lobbying and speaking before daughters, and I am hoping that every- being re-equipped for the invasion of Congress in support of the highway thing that I teach them—that includes Japan. They met at a Wednesday night beautification bill, better known as cooking and sewing and fishing—they prayer meeting. We call that ‘‘church’’ Lady Bird’s Bill. She oversaw every de- will remember fondly as they grow into in Texas. They got married, and they tail in the creation of the Presidential young women as well. I encourage have been married now for 70 years. library, which became a model for them to be all that they can be, and I She not only started out as a volun- other Presidential libraries today. Of think, given their strong personalities teer, but she has done all remarkable course, she served faithfully, and often that I see right now, we are going to things, including being a school- in awe of her colleagues, as a regent of see them as being leaders when they teacher, raising my sister and me, and her alma mater, the University of grow up as well. doing other wonderful things. Texas. Mr. ZELDIN. After this hour is over, In the State of Texas, we are proud, Every spring—this time of the year— at another time, maybe the gentle- as other States are. We have many people head up from Houston to Austin woman can give me advice, since I have modern-day influential women, includ- on Highway 290. They see the two 9-year-old girls at home, as to ing former First Ladies Laura Bush wildflowers, and there are bazillions of what is in store for me in 2 or 3 years. and Barbara Bush and our late Gov- them everywhere at this time of the I hear these vicious rumors that things ernor, Ann Richards. These women year. Every bluebonnet we see through- might change. were influential, powerful, and success- out Texas Hill Country and every tree

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You may have never They effortlessly backed their hus- So I really do appreciate your serv- heard about her. Her name was Ma Fer- bands while changing the world all at ice. Because this is not just about re- guson. The year was 1899—over 100 the same time. flecting on service in the past, but years ago—when Miriam Amanda Wal- March, this month, is Women’s His- challenging ourselves to do even more lace married James Ferguson, who tory Month. So it is time we honor and to provide more opportunity for- later became the Governor of Texas. those women who lived years and years ward. Ma Ferguson served as the first lady of ago, honor those women who lived back I yield to the gentleman from Texas. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Texas from 1915 until 1917, which was during the Greatest Generation’s time 1 thank the gentleman from New York. about 2 ⁄2 years, until Pa Ferguson got and, of course, the women who live Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I yield to himself in a little trouble. He was im- today. the gentlewoman from Tennessee (Mrs. All those women now are in every peached by the State of Texas and the BLACK), who has a very special guest legislature during his second term and profession, as stated earlier, including here she would like to recognize. was barred from ever running for office the legal profession, acting as judges LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR RON RAMSEY and prosecutors and, not only that, anywhere again. Mrs. BLACK. Mr. Speaker, I recog- Then Ma changed history. She did Members of Congress, Members of Cabi- nize Tennessee’s Lieutenant Governor the unthinkable and ran for Governor nets, and ladies that give a lot of their Ron Ramsey, who is going to be retir- of Texas—as a woman. Texas had only time and money to the community. So ing after his years of service. been run by men before, but Ma didn’t we are thankful for them. Today I rise to honor my friend, care—she was going to run. She ran on I appreciate the time that the gen- Lieutenant Governor Ron Ramsey, on a platform of two Governors for the tleman from New York has given me so his upcoming retirement from the Ten- election of one. Of course, Ma was not we could talk about some of these iron- nessee State Senate. It is not an exag- in prison like Pa was, but, apparently, willed, strong-willed women that have geration to say that Lieutenant Gov- they did work together. She ran made up their minds. ernor Ramsey changed Tennessee his- against Klan-supported Felix Robert- Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank tory. He was, after all, our first Repub- son in the Democratic primary and the gentleman from Texas. lican Lieutenant Governor in over 140 claimed victory with the Democratic I would imagine anyone who was years. nomination. Back in those days, there wondering what Women’s History His legacy will be one of preserving were no Republicans in Texas. Every- Month was all about should just listen that which makes Tennessee special: body was a Democrat. The handful of to your remarks as you pay excep- our low tax burden, our commitment Republicans never admitted it. Win- tional tribute to some amazing women to fiscal responsibility, and our tradi- ning the Democrat primary was tanta- from your home State of Texas who all tion of defending life. mount to winning the general election left a mark not only in your life, but in It was among one of the great honors in November. Ma later became the first others’ lives as well. of my professional career to serve as female Governor of Texas and only the These are women who, I am sure, are chairman of the State Republican Cau- second female Governor of the whole getting celebrated all throughout your cus under his leadership and to partner United States. She defeated a little State and this country not just by you, with him as we laid the groundwork for known candidate in 1924 called George but by others as well. the conservative supermajority that we Butte, a Republican. In my home State of New York, it is enjoy today in Tennessee. The two Fergusons became known as tough. They give us a month and here I will never forget being in the Sen- ‘‘Ma and Pa,’’ and—no surprise—Ma tonight they give us an hour. There ate Chamber the moment that Lieuten- ran the show. However, Ma’s Governor- really are so many different women ant Governor Ron Ramsey was elected. He came to the well of the Senate floor ship was tainted by the criticism of her who gave us this opportunity to take and, before doing anything else, paid loose policy of pardoning people in the us to today where the two of us can honor to God, telling all of us in the penitentiary. She was not above her stand here on this particular House room and everyone else watching that critics—she pardoned thousands of in- floor and speak to each other about such an important topic that appar- it is to Him we owe our very being. mates during her Governorship. To He then thanked his family, includ- ently 25 years ago didn’t even happen. many, the motive behind the pardons ing his wife, Sindy, who has served It wasn’t even until the early 1980s that was a little questionable, and allega- Tennessee with distinction as our Sec- we even started recognizing a women’s tions of bribery, ultimately, led to her ond Lady for nearly a decade. next Governor’s race and its defeat. history week. In that moment, Lieutenant Gov- After she lost the next election, Ma So here we are, and I am glad that ernor Ramsey reminded all of us of his continued her political fight, and she you are part of it. I can see that there priorities. He loves our State. He loves regained her Governor’s seat in 1932— is a lot of inspiration from women in public service. But as anyone who again, for a second term. your life. knows him can attest, his faith and his I yield to the gentleman from Texas. b 1630 family are of the greatest importance. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I I will always be thankful to him for One of her best achievements was the thank the gentleman from New York. setting that example. signing of Texas House Bill 194. It es- I agree with him. A month is really Mr. Speaker, it should be noted that tablished the University of Houston as not enough time to celebrate and honor Lieutenant Governor Ramsey arose to a 4-year institution. women in our history that just made a his post in the State leadership shortly Now, Mr. Speaker, I went to the Uni- big difference in a lot of people’s lives. after a dark time in Tennessee history, versity of Houston Law School. I am Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, there are which saw the very public failings of glad it got established. Ma would be a lot of people here in this Chamber legislators on both sides of the aisle. proud to see the University of Houston who all find different issues that inter- He was an example of character and today. The Ferguson name lived long est them that they focus heavily on personal integrity at that moment after the retirement of both Ma and and move the ball forward in a very when we needed it the most and, in Pa. positive way. time, he made us believe that govern- My grandmother, Lady Bird Johnson, The one thing that I have experi- ment could do right by its people. Lieu- Ma Ferguson, Ann Richards, and the enced during my time serving here— tenant Governor Ramsey often re- Bush women came from a generation of and I am in my first term and serve on minded us, ‘‘It matters who governs.’’ women that were strong and influen- the House Foreign Affairs Committee— Indeed, it does.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.072 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 As we reflect on where Tennessee has come home with the physical or mental The bald eagle had actually become come from and where we are headed, wounds of war, whether they need as- an endangered species by the time of we can say with certainty that our sistance pursuing educational or voca- the 1970s, and only two eagles were left State is stronger because of Ron tional opportunities, I want to thank on our great lake, Lake Erie. There Ramsey’s leadership. I count it a privi- our women veterans for their service to were no eaglets being born. lege to call him my friend. our Nation. Due to the Clean Water Act’s passage I wish him, his wife Sindy, and his We honor all women during this and literally the banning of DDT and beautiful family all the best in this hour, but I wanted to close by paying the repair of many of the industrial next chapter of their lives. an extra special tribute and thank you outfalls, which we are still working on, Mr. ZELDIN. Mr. Speaker, as we to our women veterans and, once again, and the combined sewer overflows, come toward the end of our hour re- to all of the women in my life. what happened, as we moved into the membering and celebrating the women I yield back the balance of my time. 21st century, was human progress. who have come before us and who serve f Today hundreds of baby eaglets are today, trying their hardest to create being born across Lake Erie, and they WORLD WATER DAY more opportunities going forward, I are flying other places around the would like to mention eight young la- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. country. Amazingly, the bald eagle has dies from the First Congressional Dis- GRAVES of Louisiana). Under the been taken off the endangered species trict of New York who I was proud to Speaker’s announced policy of January list. So progress is possible. Humans nominate to service academies this 6, 2015, the Chair recognizes the gentle- can really repair the environment if year: woman from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR) for 30 they are dedicated to us. Taya Coniglio, Skylar Grathwohl, minutes. For those of us who live in Lake and Gabriella Franco were nominated Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I want to Erie’s western basin, which is the far to the U.S. Naval Academy. welcome the Congressman and doctor, western part of the State, the health of Ally McFayden and Dana Fasano DAN BENISHEK, from Michigan’s First our lake is a living reality and access were nominated to the U.S. Merchant District, which encompasses Marquette to freshwater has become the back- Marine Academy. and Mackinac Island and Traverse ground noise of our daily lives, becom- Chelsea Chamberlin, Isabella Cortes, City, to name a few famous towns and ing more pronounced when tragedy and Emma Fasolino were nominated to island. I welcome him to participate strikes, as it did most recently in the U.S. Military Academy. this evening as well as our other col- Flint, Michigan, and Sebring, Ohio, These eight young ladies have leagues from the Great Lakes. with lead in freshwater. stepped up wanting to raise their hand I rise tonight to mark the occasion of b 1645 to defend our country. Going off to a World Water Day. As such, I would like service academy comes with an obliga- to discuss the Great Lakes, an Amer- Our region works and plays with a tion to wear that uniform and serve on ican freshwater treasure, irreplaceable new normal that includes very frequent Active Duty afterwards. on our globe. Actually, it is the largest water quality reports now, updates on For anyone who signs up post-9/11, source of freshwater in the United beach postings—whether you can swim you understand what it is that you are States and represents about 20 percent or not—water utility fee increases, and signing up for. To just think that these of the world’s freshwater supply. a general concern about a troubling set young ladies were 2, 3 years old on Sep- The district that I represent, which of scientific questions that still go un- tember 11, 2001, all that they know is is a little south of Michigan, down in answered. the post-9/11 America and world. Yet, Ohio, sits nestled across Lake Erie’s Unfortunately, this administration they are signing up to want to serve entire south coast, extending from has not recognized these concerns and our country as officers. Cleveland all the way west to Toledo seeks to cut Federal support to Great There are over 2 million women vet- and encompasses all of Ohio’s ports but Lakes States by $148 million for next erans. So as we consider legislation in for one. year. Some would call that an this House, I cosponsored H.R. 1356, the There should be a sign, actually, on oxymoron; it makes no sense in view of Women Veterans Access to Quality the Ohio Turnpike nearby that marks what is happening across our region, Care Act, which assists our women vet- our shoreline as the step-off point, but it is happening. erans. since Lake Erie is the most southern of This evening—and I am going to While we try to provide more access all the lakes, as the largest body of yield to my colleagues before I get into to health care for our women veterans, freshwater on the face of the Earth. these topics—I would like to address there are many opportunities available I see our dear colleague, the co-chair the water infrastructure needs of the to us that still have not yet been of the Great Lakes Task Force with Great Lakes, harmful algal blooms, achieved and pursued to victory. me, Congressman MIKE KELLY of Erie, which literally shut down the city of Women make up 15 percent of the Pennsylvania, who has joined us. It is Toledo’s water system a year-and-a- U.S. military’s Active-Duty personnel also a great port city, nestled along half ago, denying fresh water for 3 days and 18 percent of the National Guard these Great Lakes. to citizens, to businesses, and to insti- and Reserve forces. Let me begin by saying, since the tutions in that region because of some- H.R. 1356 will improve VA facilities passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972, thing called microcystin, which is the for women veterans, hold VA medical Lake Erie itself has been on a path to toxic part of certain types of algal facility directors accountable for per- recovery. It got very sick back in the blooms which we are trying to address. formance measures, ensure the avail- 20th century. So harmful algal blooms will be one of ability of OB/GYN services in VA med- Point sources of pollution, such as my topics. ical centers, and calls for a GAO study inadequate wastewater treatment fa- Another topic will be the Great on the VA’s ability to meet the needs cilities and infrastructure and indus- Lakes Restoration Initiative, which is of women veterans. trial outfalls have been slowly coming. so important to all of us in helping to Whether it is the eight young ladies Since back then and the passage of the improve our Great Lakes. I mentioned who wanted to go to U.S. Clean Water Act and the establishment Stopping the Asian carp is another service academies or those who are cur- of Earth Day, they have been coming topic. rently, as we stand here, over in harm’s into EPA compliance. The next topic will be the Great way in the Middle East and elsewhere, One needs no further proof in track- Lakes navigation system itself, an an- away from their families and who have ing the rebirth of America’s symbol, tiquated system that has to be updated sons and daughters here at home—and the bald eagle, than to really track for this 21st century. they may not just be on their first de- Lake Erie’s health. Lake Erie is the Finally, I will discuss the harbor ployment. They may be on their fourth shallowest of the lakes; and, therefore, maintenance fund. These are all major or fifth or sixth deployment. it is kind of the canary in the coal issues across the Great Lakes region, When they come home, whether they mine. What happens there will happen which we would like to place on the come home in one piece, whether they in the other lakes subsequently. RECORD this evening.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.073 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1543 I would like to ask my colleagues to Bay Watershed Protection Project and back in the 1950s—constitutes through join me. Congressman BENISHEK, I the Beaver Island Archipelago Invasive the locks the shortest distance between thank you again so very much for Species Initiative. These programs help the heartland of America and the ports being a leader for the Great Lakes and protect the Great Lakes while at the of northern Europe and many other for coming down this evening. same time providing a boost to the global destinations. I now yield to the gentleman from local economy. Most people have never been through Michigan (Mr. BENISHEK). The Soo Locks also have a major im- the Soo Locks because we tend to move Mr. BENISHEK. I thank Ms. KAPTUR pact on our economy. Maintaining the commerce through the locks. We have very much for setting up this time for integrity of the current lock system some tourism, obviously, but it really us to come together on the floor to and ensuring the construction of a sec- is a busy industrial corridor and has talk about the importance of the Great ond lock is vital for both our national the lowest cost transportation. Water- Lakes. I also thank Mr. KELLY for economy and our national security. borne transportation is the lowest cost being here as well. Some people do not even realize that mode of transportation. So you have It is nice to know there are some these locks exist. They are basically the big containers and so forth that issues that are truly bipartisan. I be- the Panama Canal of America. Much of move through the Seaway, and then we lieve that protecting our Great Lakes the iron ore that is made into steel, have the interlake trade, which is is really one of those. which a lot of the industry in America heavily industrial, as Congressman The Great Lakes are a vital part of depends on, passes through this lock. It BENISHEK referenced. our life in Michigan, particularly my would cause a major crisis if it should In recent years, the number of pas- district. I have more Great Lakes fail. sages through the locks that go all the frontage than any other district in the I am proud to have led a trip with way from Duluth all the way out country. I have three Great Lakes in other Members of Congress to the Soo through Massena, New York, going my district with over 1,500 miles of Locks last summer to raise the impor- throughout these Great Lakes, this frontage on three of the Great Lakes. tance about the importance of these whole system has averaged about 10,000 We have more shoreline than any dis- locks. While we have secured funding vessels per year. That is down a bit trict in the country other than the for a new Economic Reevaluation Re- from prior years because what has hap- State of Alaska, but that is all salt- port from the Corps of Engineers, we pened is the vessels got larger and they water up there. could carry more freight. But the sys- I do not think there is a person in my must continue to raise awareness about the importance of this project tem exists. It operates every day. district who does not consider the The ports and channels of the Great while we await the publication of this lakes a vital part of their lives, wheth- Lakes-Saint Lawrence Seaway System report. er it is fishing or swimming or sailing support over 226,000 jobs in both the Another issue that concerns all of us or kayaking or just plain sitting by the United States and Canada because the in the Great Lakes region is the threat water. We love our lakes. It is a pure Seaway is operated by both countries, of invasive species. From sea lampreys Michigan experience. I encourage you and it brings a total of $33.5 billion in to quagga mussels that are already all to visit. business revenue to the United States present in the Great Lakes, to the Since coming to Congress, one of my and Canada annually. For Ohio, our Asian carp which we are currently try- top priorities has been working to keep largest trading partner is Canada, and ing to prevent from gaining access, the Great Lakes clean so that future some of those goods move across the invasive species present a constant generations may also enjoy them. I water. want my grandkids and their kids to threat to this precious resource. In the United States alone, the sys- experience the joy of their first local I have worked closely with the gen- tem supports over 128,000 jobs and pro- fishing derby on a summer day or going tleman from California (Mr. THOMPSON) duces a total of $18.1 billion in business ice fishing with their buddies in the to reorganize the Congressional revenue annually. Over 42,000 of these winter. The joys of living on or near Invasive Species Caucus, and we are jobs are direct jobs in the iron ore and the Great Lakes inspire us all to en- working to make invasive species a pri- steel industry, which Congressman sure that they stay clean for future ority in this Congress. BENISHEK referenced. The Great Lakes generations. While I will be leaving Congress at region produces 90 percent—90 per- However, we treasure our Great the end of this term, it is my hope that cent—of America’s iron ore, and the Lakes not only for their beauty and we can continue to work together this Great Lakes region also manufactures recreation they provide, but the incred- year in a bipartisan and constructive 58 percent of automobiles on the roads ible value they provide to our econ- manner to protect the Great Lakes. I in the United States and Canada. I omy. In Michigan alone, outdoor recre- am willing to partner with anyone who think Congressman KELLY knows a ation generates $18.7 billion in con- is willing to do that. I thank Ms. KAP- whole lot about the automobile indus- sumer spending and supports nearly TUR for doing this Special Order hour. try. So this manufacturing and com- 200,000 jobs. Ms. KAPTUR. I thank Congressman modity supply chain can only function Protecting the Great Lakes requires BENISHEK very, very much. I thank him through the Great Lakes navigation action on many fronts, which only for his leadership on Great Lakes system, which needs modernization. makes sense. As Ms. KAPTUR said, issues. That is a vast district that he I am more than pleased to yield to these five Great Lakes represent more represents and one that is vital to our the co-chair of the Great Lakes Task than 20 percent of all the fresh water in country. I thank him for participating Force here in the House of Representa- the world. That is why I have worked this evening. tives, the very esteemed gentleman along with so many other of my mid- Before I yield to Congressman MIKE from Pennsylvania’s Third District western colleagues to provide adequate KELLY of the Third District of Pennsyl- (Mr. KELLY) centered at Erie. funding for the Great Lakes Restora- vania, I just want to say that the re- Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. I thank tion Initiative, something the Presi- gion that we are talking about, the the gentlewoman. I often refer to the dent always seems to cut back on in Great Lakes, actually, if it were a gentlewoman not as Representative his budget. country on its own, would be the third KAPTUR, but as ‘‘Our Lady of the This bipartisan effort, which must be largest economy in the world. We are Lakes’’ because, truly, we share a lot renewed every year to guarantee that talking about a vast and important of the same concerns when it comes to this important program continues, part of our Nation with more fresh an absolutely incredible gift from God gives local communities across the water than any other part of the con- that has been given to us. It is in our Great Lakes the ability to clean up tinent. stewardship now. It was put in our care local beaches, preserve natural wildlife The Great Lakes navigation system, and custody with the idea that we are habitats, and to restore local water- including the Soo Locks that Congress- going to pass it on to the next genera- sheds, among many other useful prod- man BENISHEK referenced, encompasses tion in better shape than what we re- ucts for the Great Lakes. this vast region, and the Seaway that ceived it. In my district alone, GLRI funds sup- is a part of this that was actually built I think when we look at the Great port projects like the Grand Traverse by President Eisenhower—it was built Lakes, there are so many things you

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.076 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 can say about the Great Lakes. Often- climb the dunes, bluffs, and rocky outcrops zon, the water and the sky meet to- times it is hard to sit back and say, that surround them, and you will see, as peo- gether, and as you are approaching it, what is it exactly that the Great Lakes ple have seen since the age of the glaciers it looks like: My goodness, I can’t that these lakes are pretty darn big. It is no represent? wonder they are sometimes upgraded to the imagine anything this big. We have already said it is one-fifth of ‘‘Inland Seas’’ and the ‘‘Sweetwater Seas.’’ In the eyes of a child, I looked at it the world’s fresh water, not one-fifth of Calling them lakes is like calling the Rock- and I was completely taken away. I America’s fresh water, not one-fifth of ies hills. couldn’t believe it. That has only in- the continent’s fresh water, but one- So when you see them and concep- creased as I have aged and I have fifth of the world’s fresh water. tualize in your head what it is that we watched that marvelous, marvelous It is 6 quadrillion gallons of fresh are talking about and what it is that gift from God that we have and that we water. I have absolutely no idea what we are concerned about and what it is have to protect. that figure would look like other than that has been put in our care and cus- Again, I thank the gentlewoman. It this: if you were to look at the lower 48 tody, none of us can ever turn away is always a pleasure being with her on States and you were able to pour the and say: ‘‘This doesn’t fall on our the floor talking about our Great water from the Great Lakes over the watch’’ or ‘‘We don’t have to worry Lakes. It is always a pleasure working lower 48 States, it would cover it to a about the Great Lakes.’’ with her. The passion she has to pro- depth of 91⁄2 feet. We have to worry about the Great tect our Great Lakes is absolutely in- So when you put it in that perspec- Lakes, we have to guard the Great credible. tive, all of a sudden it starts to make Lakes, and we have to pass it on to the Ms. KAPTUR. The gentleman has the sense and you start to focus on it, and next generation so they, too, can enjoy same passion. you say this truly is a gift from God. all the benefits from it. Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Yes, This is truly a gift that we have to We talk about the economic con- ma’am. look after. sequences and the environmental con- Ms. KAPTUR. This is a moment I am Too often it is said, well, you know, sequences. There is nothing in the life glad that is actually being broadcast just let things go, because if you let of everyday Americans that is more because we are down here tonight on a them go, they will usually work out on important than our Great Lakes. bipartisan basis discussing a vital re- their own. I would like to thank the gentle- source that this Nation shares with My goodness, nothing could be fur- woman from Ohio. She certainly has Canada. We work well together. Most ther from the truth. We have seen the fought this battle for a long, long time. of the news is about how Members of great damage to the Great Lakes, and She has always been a great champion Congress don’t work together, they we have also seen that over the years of the Great Lakes. So many of our don’t do this, and here we are partici- we all of a sudden have become very Members who live around the Great pating, after hours—we are not re- much aware of it. Lakes champion it every day. But it is quired to be here—and we are talking I would just like to say in the dis- not just for us, it is not just for those about something we believe to be truly trict that I represent, Pennsylvania’s States around the Great Lakes. It is irreplaceable for our country. Third District, Erie, Pennsylvania, for every single American. I thank the I thank the gentleman for his leader- Presque Isle was on the list, and it was gentlewoman so much for her concern, ship, and I will share this story with one of those things that said this is an her dedication, and more than any- him. area of concern. So the attention was thing her passion. When I was a little girl, I still returned to what do we have to do to Ms. KAPTUR. I thank Congressman member the seventh grade when our save Presque Isle. KELLY so very much. I thank him for grandparents and parents took us to Now, in 2012 it was the first one of his passion and for participating this Erie, Pennsylvania, to Presque Isle. I these properties that was taken off the evening and for all the effort he puts remember that. It was such a big deal. list of concern through the efforts of forward on our Great Lakes Task Force It was a long trip from Toledo, Ohio, to not only the Erie community, but to try to elevate this region of the Erie, Pennsylvania, and I still remem- through the efforts of Congress, and country as so vital to our future. ber our relatives there and under- also through the efforts of the Great b 1700 standing how big that waterway really Lakes Restoration Initiative. And when the gentlemen were talk- is, how we went swimming at Presque Now, we stand here today, and as I ing about Great Lakes and the word Isle back in those days—the 1950s, I have said, I have always referred to the ‘‘lakes,’’ there are some people who guess. gentlewoman as ‘‘Our Lady of the have said they should have been named So I have always had an affinity for Lakes.’’ There is nothing more pre- the Great Seas. Erie, Pennsylvania, remembering back cious to us than this great amount of I had an experience with school- to those early times and what a good water that we have, potable water. If children a few years back. I loaded up time we had. The people of Erie were so we were to turn our backs on it or for a schoolbus with children who came hospitable. some reason to think that it is not im- from a region that wasn’t close to the It is great to have the gentleman as portant or that it is not critical or that lake, and I took them out to Lake Erie. a leader in the Great Lakes Task Force it is not a gift from God that has been Their first reaction was actually fear and coming down here this evening to put in our care and custody and is up when they saw how big it was. They make time for the Great Lakes. I to us to protect, then we have fallen said: Oh, the ocean. thank him very much. I thank him for far from where we are as a people and So, it isn’t like a little puddle jump- his concerted leadership and all he has as a nation. er. These lakes are vast. You have de- done to be a champion not just for I would like to read one excerpt. A scribed them well. Most Americans Presque Isle, not just for Lake Erie, friend of mine named Art Grayhead is have not visited them, so they don’t but for our entire Great Lakes system. an Army veteran, Special Ops guy. He have a complete understanding of how I yield to gentleman from Michigan is also a Native American. To him, the massive these lakes really are. There is (Mr. KILDEE), the vice chair of the Great Lakes represent not only a body nothing else like them on the face of Great Lakes Task Force, who has come of water, but also something precious the Earth. to Congress with all this energy and in- and also something that has a much Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. I can telligence and capacity to make a dif- deeper religious meaning. He gave me a remember as a child my parents taking ference for the country. And then what book called ‘‘The Living Great Lakes.’’ us to Lake Erie for summer vacation. I was handed him in this last 2 months It is written by Jerry Dennis. I am had no idea what I was going to see, was the terrible tragedy in his home- going to read it because I think it is but as we got closer to Erie, my dad town of Flint, Michigan, with lead in worded so magnificently by Mr. Den- said: See, Mike, there it is. There is the the water pipes and the water system nis: lake. I said: It looks like it is going to there. So many people in Flint are so To appreciate the magnitude of the Great come crashing on us. unnecessarily ill and the community is Lakes you must get close to them. Launch a Because, you know, as you get closer damaged. All of America wants to help boat on their waters or hike their beaches or to those bodies of water, as the hori- Flint.

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We can all learn from ways been a great ally for me and even resenting the Great Lakes region. the experience in Flint. my predecessor, my uncle, on working It is not until you are sworn into of- I want to thank my colleagues for to preserve and protect this incredible fice and take an oath to uphold the coming to the floor tonight to discuss natural asset that we have—the Great Constitution and represent the people the important challenges that still re- Lakes. that you live with back home that you main in the Great Lakes of water infra- Listening to Congresswoman KAPTUR come to understand the magnitude of structure improvement, addressing the and Congressman KELLY refer to your that responsibility, especially for harmful algal blooms, making sure childhood, we all—those of us from the maintaining the lakes. there is significant support in the Great Lakes region—remember and re- Of course, the other point that Con- Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, call, from our childhood, our introduc- gresswoman KAPTUR mentioned is that stopping the Asian carp from coming tion to the Great Lakes. we also have a special responsibility to into the Great Lakes, improving our The very shape of my home State of continue to take advantage of the fact Great Lakes navigation system, and Michigan is defined by the lakes. Lake that we have been given this gift, and making sure that the harbor mainte- Huron is on the east, Lake Michigan is we have to use it in a way that is sus- nance trust fund is available for the on the west, a touch of Lake Erie, and, tainable but also allows us to use the Great Lakes. of course, Lake Superior to the north. pure and clear lake water in a way that I yield back the balance of my time. It defines the shape of our State. protects us. As a child, I still remember the first Of course, the very bad decisions that f time experiencing the lakes, and they were made at the State government MAJOR OVERHAUL did seem as though they were some- level that led to the crisis in my home- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under thing that were so big, they was almost town of Flint were decisions to move the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- impossible to comprehend. But it was temporarily away from using lake uary 6, 2015, the Chair recognizes the also something that, as a child, I took water for our drinking water to using gentleman from Florida (Mr. for granted. We all took for granted river water in the Flint River as our DESANTIS) for 30 minutes. that the lakes would always be there, primary drinking water source. It is al- Mr. DESANTIS. Mr. Speaker, I don’t that they would always be pure, that most unimaginable that that would think there is any question that, if you they would always be clear and cold— happen, considering that we are lit- go anywhere in this country, the Amer- the way we recalled them as children. erally surrounded by the greatest ican people believe that this town, Of course, what we come to know, as source, the largest source of surface Washington, and this institution in policymakers, is that we can’t be put freshwater on the planet and that a particular need a major overhaul. in a position to take that for granted. community would temporarily use that The Founding Fathers conceived of a We have to actively protect that in- drinking water. system in which individual Americans, credible gift that has been handed to us It also makes the point that the pro- individual citizens would stand for simply as a creation of God. We have tections of our water resources are spe- election and they would go up as rep- this enormously special stewardship. cial protections that we have to make resentatives of the people, but they Two things I want to point out that sure are adhered to. This crisis in were no better than the people. They I think are part of the stewardship re- Flint, or any other crisis, such as the didn’t live under different rules than sponsibility that we have to and for the issue that I know Congresswoman KAP- the rest of the people. They were not Great Lakes. One, of course, is to de- TUR is very familiar with—you may part of a ruling class, but, really, part fend the lakes against any threat that have already addressed the algal bloom of a servant culture. That was the idea. might manifest now or might manifest that you dealt with in the lake that af- Well, we have come a long way. generations from now, whether that is fected drinking water in Toledo and Washington, D.C., is really the bane of working to protect the lakes from other places—we have a special respon- the existence for many, many people in invasive species like Asian carp or a sibility to make sure that we are, very special obligation that I think we through our Environmental Protection our society. It hinders our economy. have right now, working with our Agency and State environmental qual- You have people here who engage in friends across the border on the Cana- ity agencies, aggressively defending self-dealing. It is not acting consist- dian side, and that is to protect the the Great Lakes, not just to maintain ently with how this system was envi- lakes from unnecessary and unwar- their natural beauty, not just to main- sioned. ranted threats. tain them as recreational assets, but to So there are a lot of things I would There has been, in the planning make sure that, when we use that like to do: stages, the possibility of a nuclear water for something as fundamental as I think Congress needs to be forced to waste storage facility that would be on drinking water, we know it will always live under all the laws they pass and the eastern shore of Lake Huron. It be safe and protected. enact for other people. would be six-tenths of a mile from the I want to thank the gentlewoman for I think you need to get rid of a lot of shore of that lake. I am pleased to see her leadership on the issue of the Great the perks that Members of Congress that our friends within the new Cana- Lakes and for including me as a part of get, including pensions for Members of dian Government have sort of taken a this bipartisan effort to make sure that Congress. pause to reevaluate whether that site we always take care of this unique and But I think if there was one thing is the best site. Of course, my position special stewardship responsibility to that, I think, really cries out for re- and the position of many Members of protect the greatest freshwater source form, it is that we need to have term Congress, Democrats and Republicans, on the planet. limits for Members of Congress. I don’t has been that there is a special line Ms. KAPTUR. I thank Congressman think there is any way you are ever that we must draw when it comes to KILDEE so very, very much for coming going to be able to overhaul this cul- protecting the lakes. down. He has his hands full in trying to ture unless we do that. We have a chance to ask that—in this repair the damage in Flint. We respect There was a time when people would case, the Canadian Government, and him so much for the leadership he has get elected and the Founders didn’t specifically the Ontario Power Genera- shown there, because that could hap- think anyone would want to be here tion—they reconsider the location of a pen anywhere. Sadly, it happened in that long. You would go, you would nuclear waste storage facility so that Flint, Michigan, and he and the delega- serve, then you would go back and live now, 100 or 200 years from now, if some tion and the entire Great Lakes region under the laws that you passed and event may occur that would release have really provided stellar leadership. continue your pursuits as a citizen. some of that material, we would never We all are here to try and help him Well, somewhere along the line, that put the lakes at risk. and the citizens of Flint. He is focusing really changed. Then people come in,

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I think what that DESANTIS) for hosting this Special think you would really open up the does is that creates a culture in which Order on term limits and giving me the process for new blood. I think people people want to stay here, and that is opportunity to speak on this most im- would come in here with a reformer kind of the main thing that happens portant subject. spirit, new ideas, and really be part of once you get here. Albert Einstein once said that the a reform movement in Washington, I think, if you had term limits, the definition of insanity is doing the same D.C. main thing that people would be think- thing over and over and over again, yet It is often said: Well, gee, term lim- ing about is: Okay. You know you are expecting different results. That quote its. But the American people get their term-limited. Your time is limited. sums up Washington, D.C. We keep choice. They get to vote in the elec- Let’s make the most of that. I think sending the same people back here over tion. The fact of the matter is, the way you would see a lot of people really, and over and over, yet we expect things that our electoral system works, mil- really perform much better. You would will improve; we expect things will lions and millions of Americans have have people who could come in as change. no functional choice simply because freshmen and have more of an impact Congressional approval ratings, if maybe their district is only going to because the system wouldn’t be domi- you haven’t checked, are in the single elect someone from one party. Maybe nated by seniority. There would be less digits. It is clear that the American you have the power of incumbency that favoritism, less backroom dealing. So I people aren’t happy with the job we are just makes it so that challengers are think it is a very, very positive reform. doing. They want change in Wash- never going to be able to get traction. We have been voting on random ington, D.C. things here lately. I think it would be But, if we truly want to change b 1715 great if we could come here and offer Washington, we need to heed Albert The whole campaign finance system some reforms to the system, constitu- Einstein’s advice. We need to send dif- is orchestrated to benefit incumbents, tional reforms, like term limits, like a ferent people here. We need to do so we don’t really just have where the balanced budget amendment, like an things differently. American people have a choice. I think amendment making Congress live Changing the way Congress operates you have a structured choice, which under the laws that everybody else should start with enacting term limits. typically leads to only one outcome. So does. I think that would be a breath of I firmly believe congressional term I am not really somebody that thinks fresh air for the American people. limits would restore the public’s con- that this is all just that the American Here is the thing. We talk about how fidence in the legislative branch and people are so happy that people are we have the division and the rancor in return this body back to the design in- getting returned here all the time. our politics, and even in this institu- tended by our Founding Fathers. Another, I think, objection that some tion; but if you look, term limits is I have just been here, as my friend, people said for term limits is that: something that, regardless of party, re- Mr. DESANTIS said, for over a year, and Well, gee, if you term-limit people, you gardless of ideology, regardless of age, I can confidently say that term limits have new people in who don’t nec- regardless of gender, regardless of race, for our politicians would be a huge step essarily know how the system works. It Americans support in overwhelming forward in changing the culture here in is just going to be all the staff that are numbers. Washington, D.C., and I urge my col- going to run it or the lobbyists that are So I think that is an example of leagues to support this commonsense going to run it. where the American people are actu- reform. I have got news for you. That is pret- ally very united for this. But when you Mr. Speaker, this is the first elected ty much what happens already. I mean, have the governing class in Wash- office I have ever held. I am a career a lot of these omnibus bills, those get ington, that is where the divisions are, small-business person. In the private done by staff behind closed doors. Staff because many people don’t want to see sector, if we don’t listen to our cus- wields a lot of power on these commit- those types of reforms here. tomers, we go out of business. tees. And these are not elected individ- But there is agreement throughout In Congress, our customers are the uals. Many of them work hard. I re- American society, and so if we want to American people, and they are strongly spect a lot of them, but they are exer- start having a more unified country, in favor of term limits. Recent polls cising, in many ways, authority that we should be listening to the American show overwhelming support. Over 75 should be exercised by the Members, people. When they are speaking loudly percent of Americans want term limits. themselves. So I think that problem is and consistently over 20, 25 years that This support, as Mr. DESANTIS said, real, but I think it is already here. term limits is something they want, we crosses party lines, with strong majori- I think if you had new people coming should heed that call, and we should be ties from Democrats, Republicans, and in, I think a lot of those people would voting on that, and we should enact it, Independents alike. probably want to bring in some of their passing it out of the House, passing it Unfortunately, Congress has not lis- own staff that would be more reflective out of the Senate, and then sending it tened to our customers. Legislation to of their ideas and principles rather to the States for ratification. What a institute term limits continues to sit than rely on people that have been here win-win it would be, both for this insti- in committee, without receiving a a long time who really become accus- tution, to show the American people vote. While many Members of Congress tomed to a system that is not working we are listening, and then, obviously, profess support for term limits back in very well. it would be a very positive reform to their districts, when their plane I am proud to have cosponsored the have enacted. crosses the Potomac, something seems bill to enact term limits on Members of I am really happy that, as new people to change. the House and Members of the Senate. come in, that they have the reformer’s One of the first things I did after We do three terms for the House, and spirit. One of the guys who just got being sworn in was to launch the bipar- two terms for the Senate. So if some- elected this last year—it is pretty clear tisan Term Limits Caucus, along with one wants to serve in the House then when people get up here whether they my colleague from Texas (Mr. serve in the Senate, they could serve 18 are in it for the right reasons or not, O’ROURKE). I also cosponsored legisla- years. That is a long time, and I think and I think there are probably few peo- tion from my colleagues, the gen- you would be able to really do some ple in the whole House who have been tleman from Arizona (Mr. SALMON) and good things during that period. more dedicated to reform and making the gentleman from Florida (Mr. I think what it does is it really shifts this institution serve the American DESANTIS), limiting House Members to the focus of somebody that comes here, people rather than rule over the Amer- serving no more than three terms and

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It is the right thing to do, have to go on record as voting against politicians to implement those and it may be our last and best chance term limits because, as I said in my changes. to restore trust in government and speech, they go back to their districts The root of our problem is that our make Congress work for the American and they say they are for reforming politicians are incentivized by this sys- people once again. Congress. tem to care more about staying in of- Once again, I thank Mr. DESANTIS for They are against the pension pro- fice rather than doing what is best for the opportunity to discuss this most gram. They are against first-class air the country. important subject. I urge my col- travel. They are against $1,200-a-month Most candidates campaign for the leagues to listen to the American peo- luxury car leases. They are against be- U.S. House and they say something to ple and join the Term Limits Caucus coming lobbyists when they retire from the effect, ‘‘Washington, D.C., is bro- and cosponsor term limit legislation. this body. They say they are for term ken. Washington, D.C., is broken. It Mr. DESANTIS. Mr. Speaker, I thank limits. Their plane crosses the Poto- must change.’’ They say this during my friend from Iowa. mac. They get in this body. They don’t the campaign. Most come here for the The thing is that you bring up a good want to vote on those things because I right reasons, but, over time, the sys- point. It is very difficult to get people think they are not really against them. tem grinds them down. The special in- to want to term-limit themselves. So People are tired of that. They are terests get their proverbial ‘‘nose you and I are on a bill together that seeing through it. They are demanding under the tent,’’ and before long, spe- tries to be reasonable about it and say: that we have this vote. All we ask—all Look, you know, we are willing to com- cial interests own a Congressman. you are asking, all I am asking—is let’s promise to get term limits. You have It seems to me, the only special in- get this out of committee. Let’s have a Members who have been here for 12, 14 terest group not represented in Wash- vote on this floor and see what hap- years and they are trying to put them- ington is ‘‘We, the People.’’ The end re- pens. It may fail, but at least we got selves in a position for a chairmanship, sult is most become part of the very the vote; at least the people in my dis- whatever, and they joined under cer- problem they came to Washington, trict and in your district in Florida tain rules, they kind of played the D.C., to fix. were represented and had the chance to game, and they are preparing for Our Founding Fathers never intended have a voice. for public service to be a career. Serv- maybe this to be the pinnacle of their 1730 ing in Congress was supposed to be a career. I get why someone in that situ- b temporary sacrifice made for the pub- ation would not want to do it. I think this is an overwhelmingly bi- Our proposal says: Okay. Let’s do lic good, not a profitable, long-term partisan issue. I am Republican, and term limits, but then we will phase it profession treated like a family busi- my district is Democratic. But Demo- in as new Members come. So that is a ness. crats want a vote on term limits as kind of a gradual term limit enact- By limiting terms politicians can well. ment, and within a short while you serve in office, we can realign the in- I come from the private sector, RON, would have term limits across the centives. When Members of Congress and we listen to our customers. Our board. I mean, that is something that know they will only serve for a short customers are the American voters, the is a reasonable compromise to deal amount of time, they will be American citizens. with some of the Members that have incentivized to actually tackle the big We are not listening to them. We are misgivings. ignoring them. I think we are seeing it problems facing America today: tack- I think my friend from Iowa points now in this political season, that peo- ling our $19 trillion debt that is grow- out, I mean, if this were something ple are upset with what goes on in ing, tackling the looming insolvency of that were to be done via Article V of Washington, D.C. Social Security and Medicare, and the Constitution and submitted Our approval rating—and it has been tackling the securing of our borders through the States around Congress, well earned—is in the single digits. I and the ever-growing Federal bureauc- that would be enacted in a New York racy that stifles economic growth and minute. I mean, that will sail through think it would go so far if we would holds down wages for your average every State legislature without ques- just hold some votes and try to reform American. tion, and you would end up having this body because people often tell me: Mr. DESANTIS, I recognize the long term limits. Before you tell me to reform the way odds of Congress voting to place term So I think there are two different my family spends their money, why limits on themselves. As I often say, routes to take, but I think knowing don’t you clean up your own House that is much like asking turkeys to that there is a desire for this, I think it first? I couldn’t agree with them more. vote for Thanksgiving, and we know would be good for this institution to Mr. DESANTIS. I think that, if we how that would end up. But I will keep say: Okay. We hear you. Let’s debate were to approach it and say that we pushing Congress to act, because it is it; let’s put everyone on record. Then need to do term limits, we have to what the American people want. the American people can hold people make sure Congress lives under the In the meantime, there are some accountable accordingly. same rules, no special treatment under positive active developments at the That is really, I think, what is frus- ObamaCare, none of that, let’s elimi- State level that I would like to high- trating. It would be one thing if term nate the pensions for Congress—and light. limits just failed every year, but, real- the thing is you brought up people Florida recently became one of the ly, it gets bottled up every year be- being lobbyists after they are in Con- first States to officially call for an Ar- cause people don’t want to be on record gress. ticle V constitutional term limits con- against term limits. I think that those If you did term limits, guess what. vention thanks to the hard work of days need to be over. Then you are going to increase the sup- Florida activists and fantastic groups I ask my friend from Iowa, as you go ply of former Members of Congress. So like U.S. Term Limits. I commend the around your district—you have Repub- being a lobbyist wouldn’t be as lucra- Florida Legislature and hope other licans, Democrats; you have a very po- tive because there would be a lot more States will soon follow suit. litically diverse district—I mean, is people who are out there. As President Reagan once said, a there anybody who is out there saying I think actually more people would ‘‘convention is a safety valve giving don’t do term limits? say: Maybe I will go back to my home the people a chance to act if Congress Mr. BLUM. In 3 years of cam- State and start working in business refuses to.’’ paigning, I have not yet, Mr. DESANTIS, there and maybe have to come to terms

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So I think it would be good for the ideas and fresh ideas and people with Really, this is something that, if you performance in office, but I also think, political courage. take the long view when you are doing as Members left office, it probably Another thing that has been a little the right thing like that, then voters would drive more people to the actual bit disappointing to me is the lack of will have more confidence in your private sector rather than being inside political courage, to take a stand and views on other things. the Beltway because you will just have to plant the flag even if it is going to So maybe you are interested in tax too many former Members and I don’t be unpopular in the district. If you reform. Maybe you are interested in think the pay will be as lucrative. think it is the right thing to do, go for welfare reform. Guess what. You are Right now, I don’t know if this is ac- it. Have political courage. doing term limits. You are doing those curate, but I have seen statistics where People have said to me: How do we things. I bet you a lot of voters would it is upwards of 80 percent of people know you won’t change if we send you be less cynical about what you are try- who serve in the Congress go on to be to Washington? ing to do on a whole range of issues. lobbyists in Washington. So you under- I have consistently said: Because I So I think it would be a win-win both stand the system, then you go out and am not afraid to be unelected. I want in terms of structural reform, but also are lobbying to grease the skids in that to be reelected. I will work hard. I will potential policy reforms down the line. system. That is not the way I think want to win a second term. But I am Let me ask my friend from Iowa: Is that we want this system to be oper- not afraid to lose an election. there anything else you want to add to the discussion? I really appreciate your ating. We need more people like that, RON. So let me ask you this: In terms of We need people who don’t want to stay time. I think it has been worthwhile. I getting a vote, what do you think we here a lifetime and turn this, the think we need to keep fighting the need to be doing to impress upon other United States Congress, into a family good fight. Mr. BLUM. I agree with you. We will colleagues so that we can start to de- business. always storm the hill, my good friend, velop some momentum to try to get a Mr. DESANTIS. It is interesting with and plant that flag, regardless of how vote on this? the seniority discussion. I was in the many times we need to do it. Mr. BLUM. Some of them need to Navy. In the military, your time in But I would just like to mention lose their reelection campaigns. I have service matters for pay purposes and some of the bills I have been involved consistently said, RON, that true other, but along the line you have to with: change never comes from inside the actually promote. You have to earn a Eliminating first-class airline travel Beltway in Washington, D.C. It always promotion. for congressional Members paid for by comes from out in America. So there will be some people who are taxpayers. Most of the people in my What we need are grass-roots activ- commanders, O–5s, who have been in district have never flown in first class. ists, people that follow what we are for—I don’t know—I guess you could There is no reason I should be flying doing, to call, to email, and to text to probably get that after 12 or 13 years. first class on taxpayer dollars. let our Representatives know that you And then there are some people who Eliminating the $1,200-a-month lux- want a vote on term limits. are lieutenant commanders, O–4, who ury car leases that we can lease back As a Representative, and I am sure have been in 20 years. in our districts. That is more than you would agree that those matter. We Well, if you have been in 20, you have most house payments in northeast listen. I listen. We track every phone more seniority in the sense that you Iowa. It would eliminate that. call, and I get a report at the end of the have been there longer, but the person We need to eliminate the congres- day saying: who achieved the higher rank through sional pension program. We need to Here is who called from your district, and merit is superior to you in the military eliminate the ability to become a lob- here is what they wanted. chain of command. I think the problem byist after you have served in this So it makes a difference. Change with the way the congressional system body. never comes from in Washington, D.C. operates is it is purely based on years We need to tie our pay to the pay of I would also like to follow up on an- staying here. the average American. The average other point that you made earlier. It Some of the best Members who have American has not had a pay raise in was a great point, and that is seniority. ever served here have served for 30, 35 over 20 years. The average American’s I came here as a freshman 14 months years. So this is not uniform. But I pay has gone backwards. ago and I quickly found out that every- think, if you compared the good that This body’s pay should go backwards thing in Congress is based on seniority. those Members have done with the neg- just like the average American’s. The Not to take anything away from these atives of all the other folks who have words used in polls is that we are out of fine people that have been here a long just made this their fiefdom, I think touch. I wonder if this body is not out time, they have worked very hard, they the negatives outweigh the positives. of touch, if we are not tone deaf. We have paid their dues, and it is nothing I think that Congressman BLUM is need to be tied to the average Amer- personal, but people wonder why right. Ultimately, the American people ican. change can’t happen in Washington, need to force this issue. Part of it is I recently introduced a bill that, if D.C. calling the offices. I review the phone we didn’t balance the budget, then we It is because we have the same people calls every day, too. would get a pay cut; if it is not bal- running the show year in, year out, I think one of the most effective anced next year, we get a deeper pay term in, term out, because it is based things is in a public forum to just cut; and if we keep not balancing it, we on seniority. pointblank ask a Member of Congress if are going to end up making no money. A young person like my—well, I they will vote for Salmon’s bill or RON Maybe this way it will get through ev- shouldn’t say young. A young politi- DESANTIS’ term limit bill and put them eryone’s head that this is a serious cian—I am 60 years old—doesn’t really on the Record. issue and we need to balance the budg- have a chance to impact change much The more people that are on the et. because the power structure is all Record as for it, it makes it easier for I agree with you, RON, that any of based on seniority here. us to then take the case to the leader- these reforms voted on would go so far, I wish they would look at seniority ship and say that we need to do this. I think, to the American people to say: out in the real world, in the private I think it would be a breath of fresh Finally, finally, Washington, D.C. is listen- sector. What did you do to build a com- air. I think people are so frustrated and ing to us. They finally get it. pany? What did you do to educate chil- so sick of the same old games being The frustration is palpable in my dis- dren? What did you do in the medical played in Washington that, if we start- trict. It probably is in yours. People community? ed coming out with some of these re- are really upset. They say that they That seniority should count as well, forms, leading with term limits, I don’t listen, the laws don’t apply to us just not your time spent in this body. think people would be reading the like they do the rest of Americans.

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I think lar short. be millions and millions of lives that that is a great idea. Now we are $19 trillion short. But we this brilliant woman, Madame Curie, We need to have personal skin in the want to take time from our $19 trillion has saved because of her work. She died game because what happens is, when in debt to demand that the National early at 66 because of her work in the you are here in Washington, particu- Science Foundation discriminate based laboratory—she had aplastic anemia, larly dealing with spending and debt, it on gender. apparently from her work with radio- is a lot easier politically for most There may be some young boy who active isotopes—but the lives that Members to just put it off on the next needs encouragement from a tough woman saved by her work in the lab- generation. family situation, but this program is oratory. These are people that can’t vote you designed to discriminate against that However, if our bill, H.R. 4742, had out of office. They are not going to call young, poverty-stricken boy and to en- been in law back in Poland or France your office and complain about it. So it courage the girl. Forget the boy. En- as she tried to move forward, the is usually the path of least resistance courage the girl. Science Foundation there would have to do that. It just seems that, if we are ever been required to tell Madame Curie: Do So there is not a lot of immediate going to get to the dream of Martin you know what? You are pretty good in skin in the game short of us eventually Luther King, Jr., that he spoke just the laboratory, but under this law from having a debt crisis. Obviously, we down the Mall, he wanted people to be the wisdom of Congress, we are sup- don’t want it to come to that. We want judged by the content of their char- posed to tell you to go into commercial to make responsible decisions now. acter and not by the color of their enterprise and make a whole bunch So I applaud you for that. I thought skin. more money because you are better off that was a very thoughtful reform. I I know after race has been an issue not being in the laboratory but being am happy to be signed up with you. that needed attention, then gender ap- out in the commercial world because Term limits, as part of a larger govern- propriately got attention, because the you will be a better businessperson ment reform package, I think would be whole Constitution of the United than men. You need to get out there. a home run. I look forward to working States, when it is properly read ver- I thank God that there wasn’t a pro- with you on it. batim, means men, women, race, creed, gram like this that distracted her. This Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance color, national origin, and gender. brilliant, caring woman basically gave of my time. Those things are not supposed to her life to save many, many millions f matter. It just seems like, when we by the phenomenal work she did in the come in and we say that it is impor- ISSUES OF THE DAY laboratory. tant that for a while we discriminate, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under But according to the bill that we we end up getting behind. passed today, we are requiring the the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- And then probably 25 years from now uary 6, 2015, the Chair recognizes the Science Foundation to encourage en- boys are going to have fallen behind in trepreneurial programs to recruit and gentleman from Texas (Mr. GOHMERT) numbers, and then we are going to need for 30 minutes. support women to extend their focus to come in and say: Actually, when we beyond the laboratory and into the Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, I want passed that bill forcing encouragement to thank my friends, Congressman commercial world. Thank God that is of girls and not encouraging of little not what Madame Curie did. BLUM and the future Senator boys, we were getting behind the eight We did have another bill. Part of the DESANTIS, for great words and great in- ball. We didn’t see that we were going program is good for boys and girls, but sights. to be leaving little boys in the ditch, then there is a part, Aspire to Inspire, Mr. Speaker, I first want to answer a and now we need to start doing pro- that engages young girls to present couple of questions that people have grams to encourage little boys. science, technology, engineering, and had about a couple of votes that my We are always going to be behind mathematics career opportunities, et friends, JUSTIN AMASH and THOMAS until we get around to saying from this cetera. MASSIE, and I had. House floor that we don’t care where And on the next one, provide an op- One is on H.R. 4742. It is described to you are from, we don’t care what your portunity for female middle school stu- authorize the National Science Foun- gender is, and we don’t care what you dents. We don’t want to provide an op- dation to support entrepreneurial pro- like look. You may be as homely as portunity under this bill for boys. Let grams for women. Abraham Lincoln. We don’t care what the boys fight, let them get into gangs; Since my wife and I have been you look like. blessed with three beautiful daughters, We don’t care about the color of your but the women, the young girls, that is inside and out, all three of them abso- hair or the lack of hair. We don’t care. who we want to encourage. lutely brilliant—these type of things We want you not to have an equal out- In section 3, NASA shall—not just are important to me—but I note that it come, but to have an equal opportunity may, but shall—encourage women and says, ‘‘studies have shown that tech- to excel, and then let the best person girls to study science, technology, and nology and commercialization ventures do the best job and excel. That is what engineering. are successful when women are in top has made free market systems work so I was inspired in a little town in management positions.’’ well. Mount Pleasant, Texas, growing up by It also puts into law that the require- people who encouraged boys and girls ment that, under the Science and Engi- b 1745 equally. We had some very, very smart neering Equal Opportunities Act, it is I was reminded to check out a lady girls and we had some smart guys. Our required that the National Science that is known as Madame Curie, Marie teachers really didn’t care whether we Foundation encourage its entrepre- Sklowdowska Curie, Madame Curie. It were boys or girls. They wanted us to neurial programs to recruit and sup- says she was born in Warsaw, then the work hard and they wanted us to excel. port women to extend their focus be- Kingdom of Poland. They were incredibly good teachers, yond the laboratory and into the com- Her achievements included the devel- and I learned so much. I learned so mercial world. opment of the theory of radioactive much in math that in college algebra Now, it just seems like—and I know isotopes and the discovery of two ele- at Texas A&M, I didn’t have to open these are incredibly well intended. ments: polonium and radium. Under my book but for 15 minutes for the Both H.R. 4742 and H.R. 4745 are very, her direction, the world’s first studies final. That is all I had to do for the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.083 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 whole semester because of the incred- did to the terrorists in charge in Iran. and eliminate our civilized way of life. ible bases I got in math from my sev- People will further suffer, just as they God help us all. enth grade teacher, Ms. EDWARDS, and have in the last few days while the I yield back the balance of my time. my high school math teachers were President visited Cuba. f The administration in charge in terrific. LEAVE OF ABSENCE But, anyway, I hope that we can get Cuba, the dictators, were brutalizing beyond pandering and try to get to the people who had the gall to come out By unanimous consent, leave of ab- point where we, as a Congress, will say: and want to act as if they had freedom sence was granted to: We don’t care what you look like. The of speech and freedom of assembly. One Mr. DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., (at the re- things you can’t help, how you look, poor woman was beaten, stripped quest of Ms. PELOSI) for today on account of medical. your gender, we don’t care about those. naked, and dragged off to jail. Appar- We want you to have an equal oppor- ently that is okay under the new ap- f tunity with everybody else. proach of the U.S. administration if we ENROLLED BILL SIGNED I hope and pray that is the direction are trying to outreach to them and Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, we go. they are wanting our outreach to go reported and found truly enrolled a bill I also hope and pray that those who better. of the House of the following title, are suffering in Europe, in Brussels, The fact is it is one thing to have re- which was thereupon signed by the after the horrendous attacks by radical lations commercially with another Speaker: Islamists, will be comforted by friends country, but when we, as the United H.R. 4721. An act to amend title 49, United and by God himself. For those who States, the freest country that has ever States Code, to extend authorizations or the have lost loved ones, we need to reach existed until we began to lose our free- airport improvement program, to amend the out to the families and be for them, doms here more recently, when we Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the with them, and encourage them. But yield to dictators, to terrorist leaders funding and expenditure authority of the the best legacy we could provide would like in Iran, the world suffers. We have Airport and Airway Trust Fund, and for be to stop the insane efforts to win been given a massive responsibility by other purposes. over radical Islamists by trying to be being the freest and, up until recently, f this phenomenal friend to them. possibly the most powerful country in ADJOURNMENT An article today by Greg Botelho the world. Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, I move from CNN says, and these are the high- China has come on strong. Others that the House do now adjourn. lights: ‘‘A U.S. official speculates ISIS have nuclear weapons that will use The motion was agreed to; accord- is ‘trying to make an international them and want to use them. Our posi- ingly (at 5 o’clock and 58 minutes statement’ by attacking the home of tion is in jeopardy. To whom much is p.m.), under its previous order, the NATO, the EU.’’ given of them, much will be required. House adjourned until tomorrow, He also points out: ‘‘Two explosions We should be more faithful so that Wednesday, March 23, 2016, at 9 a.m. rock the Brussels airport, another rips when a country like Nigeria begs help f through a subway station in the Bel- to deal with radical Islam and Boko gian capital.’’ Haram, we should not have to hear EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, This article from CNN, unfortu- from a Catholic bishop in Nigeria that ETC. nately, says: ‘‘While jarring, the car- the Obama administration is demand- Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive nage wasn’t altogether surprising. Bel- ing that they change their laws to em- communications were taken from the gium has been going after terrorist brace same-sex marriage against their Speaker’s table and referred as follows: threats for months, as illustrated by religious beliefs, appropriate for abor- 4684. A letter from the Director, Regu- last week’s capture of Europe’s most tion even when it violates their reli- latory Management Division, Environmental wanted man, Salah Abdeslam, in a gious beliefs, chide the leader of Kenya Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- bloody raid in Brussels.’’ or other countries to give up their reli- cy’s withdrawal of direct final rule — Ap- Apparently if you stand up against proval of Iowa Air Quality Implementation gious beliefs, and follow the amoral Plans; Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule; Polk radical Islam to stop these people who teaching of whoever happens to be in County Board of Health Rules and Regula- would take us back to the Dark Ages of charge in America. tions, Chapter V, Revisions [EPA-R07-OAR- despotism, book burning, and horrors There are consequences for using the 2016-0045; FRL-9943-89-Region 7] received of basic slavery if you don’t believe as power of the United States to bully March 17, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. you are told, we will be better off if we other countries and to allow them to 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, can be nice to them. suffer immeasurably while we act Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on We have an administration that said Energy and Commerce. haute as if, because of their Christian 4685. A letter from the Director, Regu- Iran is the biggest supporter of ter- beliefs, they are not as worthy as those latory Management Division, Environmental rorism in the world, so we think maybe in the United States that do not follow Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- if we cut a deal where we release to Christian beliefs. cy’s final rule — Findings of Failure to Sub- them $100 billion to $150 billion, that More Christians are suffering and mit State Implementation Plans Required they will surely start being nice to us. being persecuted, but Jesus said: You for Attainment of the 2010 1-Hour Primary And those Castros, Fidel and Raul will suffer for my sake. Sulfur Dioxide National Ambient Air Quality Castro, down in Cuba, they have been As we see also in Israel in the latest Standard (NAAQS) [EPA-HQ-OAR-2016-0098; attack there, people are suffering and FRL-9943-90-OAR] received March 17, 2016, dictators. They have tortured, they pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by have been horrendous in the harm that being killed. FOX News had this article Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to they have brought to the people of regarding the Peninsula Group based in the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Cuba. Tel Aviv. There is massive suffering at 4686. A letter from the Director, Regu- How do we know, even though people the hands of radical Islam. latory Management Division, Environmental like Sean Penn and others have told us As Europe suffers dreadfully at the Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- how wonderful it is, they have the best hands of radical Islam and at the hands cy’s final rule — Protection of Stratospheric of people who have poured into their Ozone: The 2016 Critical Use Exemption from health care in the world? the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide; Correction Well, it turns out, actually, they are countries illegally due to their naive [EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0369; FRL-9943-91-OAR] really wanting to get to the United but permissive policies, the last thing (RIN: 2060-AS44) received March 17, 2016, pur- States. It turns out they are wanting they need to hear is from the United suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- to come in droves to the United States States President that they need to be lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the because it is not so good living under a careful, not to be biased or prejudiced Committee on Energy and Commerce. dictator like the Castros. against the radical Islamists that want 4687. A letter from the Director, Regu- latory Management Division, Environmental What the President has done, un- to kill them and have killed their fam- Protection Agency, transmitting the Agen- knowingly, is put his stamp of approval ily members, because according to this cy’s final rule — Revisions to Ambient Moni- on a dictatorship that has been incred- administration, the far bigger danger is toring Quality Assurance and Other Require- ibly brutal, just as this administration bias against those who want to kill us ments [EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0619; FRL-9942-91-

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:12 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR7.085 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1551 OAR] (RIN: 2060-AS00) received March 17, 4695. A letter from the Management and ance Management Measures: Highway Safety 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Improvement Program [Docket No.: FHWA- by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2013-0020] (RIN: 2125-AF49) received March 18, 868); to the Committee on Energy and Com- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added merce. tives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 4688. A letter from the Deputy Assistant Helicopters [Docket No.: FAA-2016-2843; Di- 868); to the Committee on Transportation Administrator, NMFS, Office of Protected rectorate Identifier 2015-SW-003-AD; Amend- and Infrastructure. Resources, National Oceanic and Atmos- ment 39-18392; AD 2016-03-05] (RIN: 2120-AA64) 4703. A letter from the Management and pheric Administration, transmitting the Ad- received March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ministration’s Major final rule — Inter- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Transportation, transmitting the Depart- agency Cooperation — Endangered Species Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Act of 1973, as Amended; Definition of De- Transportation and Infrastructure. tives; Turbomeca S.A. Turboshaft Engines struction or Adverse Modification of Critical 4696. A letter from the Management and [Docket No.: FAA-2015-3805; Directorate Habitat [Docket No.: FWS-R9-ES-2011-0072; Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Identifier 2015-NE-28-AD; Amendment 39- Docket No.: 120106026-4999-03] (RIN: 1018- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 18389; AD 2016-03-02] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received AX88; 0648-BB80) received March 18, 2016, pur- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the et No.: FAA-2014-0755; Directorate Identifier Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Committee on Natural Resources. 2014-NM-080-AD; Amendment 39-18414; AD Transportation and Infrastructure. 4689. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- 2016-04-20] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March 4704. A letter from the Senior Attorney Ad- cialist, FTA, Department of Transportation, 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); visor, Regulations Officer, FHWA, Depart- transmitting the Department’s Major final Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 ment of Transportation, transmitting the rule — State Safety Oversight [Docket No.: Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- Department’s final rule — Highway Safety FTA-2015-0003] (RIN: 2132-AB19) received tation and Infrastructure. Improvement Program [Docket No.: FHWA- March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 4697. A letter from the Management and 2013-0019] (RIN: 2125-AF56) received March 18, 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transportation, transmitting the Depart- by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. Transportation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 868); to the Committee on Transportation 4690. A letter from the Management and tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- and Infrastructure. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of et No.: FAA-2015-2455; Directorate Identifier 4705. A letter from the Management and Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2014-NM-108-AD; Amendment 39-18415; AD Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 2016-04-21] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March Transportation, transmitting the Depart- proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 tives; Airbus Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31061; Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- 2016-0467; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-008- Amdt. No.: 3682] received March 18, 2016, pur- tation and Infrastructure. AD; Amendment 39-18395; AD 2016-04-01] (RIN: suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 4698. A letter from the Management and 2120-AA64) received March 18, 2016, pursuant lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law Committee on Transportation and Infra- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- structure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- 4691. A letter from the Management and tives; Airbus Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- ture. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2015-1417; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-159- 4706. A letter from the Management and Transportation, transmitting the Depart- AD; Amendment 39-18369; AD 2016-01-10] (RIN: Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 2120-AA64) received March 18, 2016, pursuant Transportation, transmitting the Depart- proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- tives; The Boeing Company Model 757-200 Se- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31059; mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- ries Airplanes Modified by Supplemental Amdt. No.: 3680] received March 18, 2016, pur- ture. Type Certificate (STC) ST01529SE or STC suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 4699. A letter from the Management and ST02278SE [Docket No.: FAA-2015-1423; Direc- lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of torate Identifier 2014-NM-173-AD; Amend- Committee on Transportation and Infra- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ment 39-18418; AD 2016-04-24] (RIN: 2120-AA64) structure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- received March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 4692. A letter from the Management and tives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Program Analyst, FAA, Department of [Docket No.: FAA-2015-3778; Directorate Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Identifier 2015-NE-27-AD; Amendment 39- Transportation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 18391; AD 2016-03-04] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received 4707. A letter from the Management and proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Transportation, transmitting the Depart- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31058; Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Amdt. No.: 3679] received March 18, 2016, pur- Transportation and Infrastructure. tives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Re- suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 4700. A letter from the Management and gional Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2015-1280; lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-064-AD; Committee on Transportation and Infra- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Amendment 39-18404; AD 2016-04-10] (RIN: structure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 2120-AA64) received March 18, 2016, pursuant 4693. A letter from the Management and tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law Program Analyst, FAA, Department of et No.: FAA-2015-1270; Directorate Identifier 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2014-NM-222-AD; Amendment 39-18412; AD mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 2016-04-18] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March ture. proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); 4708. A letter from the Management and and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Program Analyst, FAA, Department of cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31060; Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Amdt. No.: 3681] received March 18, 2016, pur- tation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 4701. A letter from the Management and tives; B-N Group Ltd. Airplanes [Docket No.: lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of FAA-2015-4803; Directorate Identifier 2015- Committee on Transportation and Infra- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- CE-034-AD; Amendment 39-18399; AD 2016-04- structure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 05] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March 18, 2016, 4694. A letter from the Management and tives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes [Docket pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Program Analyst, FAA, Department of No.: FAA-2015-3144; Directorate Identifier Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2014-NM-110-AD; Amendment 39-18403; AD the Committee on Transportation and Infra- ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 2016-04-09] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March structure. proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); 4709. A letter from the Management and and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Program Analyst, FAA, Department of cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31063; Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Amdt. No.: 3684] received March 18, 2016, pur- tation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 4702. A letter from the Senior Attorney Ad- tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the visor, Regulations Officer, FHWA, Depart- et No.: FAA-2015-2460; Directorate Identifier Committee on Transportation and Infra- ment of Transportation, transmitting the 2014-NM-163-AD; Amendment 39-18396; AD structure. Department’s final rule — National Perform- 2016-04-02] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L22MR7.000 H22MRPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 22, 2016 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); sideration of such provisions as fall within H.R. 4835. A bill to facilitate nationwide Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. availability of volunteer income tax assist- Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- By Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia (for him- ance for low-income and underserved popu- tation and Infrastructure. self, Mr. CONYERS, Mrs. WATSON lations, and for other purposes; to the Com- 4710. A letter from the Management and COLEMAN, Ms. NORTON, Mr. GRIJALVA, mittee on Ways and Means. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, and Ms. PLASKETT): By Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan: Transportation, transmitting the Depart- H.R. 4827. A bill to require the Adminis- H.R. 4836. A bill to require the United ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- trator of the Environmental Protection States to oppose the provision by the Inter- tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- Agency to review regulations for municipal national Monetary Fund of a loan to a coun- et No.: FAA-2015-1983; Directorate Identifier solid waste landfills to determine if such reg- try whose public debt is not likely to be sus- 2015-NM-020-AD; Amendment 39-18388; AD ulations are, with the respect to the disposal tainable in the medium term, and for other 2016-03-01] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March of coal combustion residuals in such land- purposes; to the Committee on Financial 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); fills, protective of health and the environ- Services. Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 ment, and for other purposes; to the Com- By Mr. RUIZ: Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- mittee on Energy and Commerce. H.R. 4837. A bill to amend title 38, United tation and Infrastructure. By Mr. FLEMING (for himself and Mrs. States Code, to clarify that caregivers for 4711. A letter from the Management and HARTZLER): veterans with serious illnesses are eligible Program Analyst, FAA, Department of H.R. 4828. A bill to prevent governmental for assistance and support services provided discrimination against providers of health Transportation, transmitting the Depart- by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for services who decline involvement in abor- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- other purposes; to the Committee on Vet- tion, and for other purposes; to the Com- tives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (For- erans’ Affairs. mittee on Energy and Commerce. merly Known as Construcciones By Mr. RUSSELL: By Mr. CA´ RDENAS (for himself and Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes [Docket No.: H.R. 4838. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- Mr. FARENTHOLD): enue Code of 1986 to disallow the issuance of FAA-2016-3704; Directorate Identifier 2016- H.R. 4829. A bill to amend section 337 of the NM-005-AD; Amendment 39-18413; AD 2016-04- tax-exempt bonds any proceeds of which are Tariff Act of 1930 with respect to require- used to provide professional entertainment 19] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March 18, 2016, ments for domestic industries, and for other pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by facilities; to the Committee on Ways and purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to Means. the Committee on Transportation and Infra- By Mr. SALMON: By Mr. SALMON (for himself, Mr. H.R. 4839. A bill to prohibit the Govern- structure. BERA, Mr. ROYCE, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. ment from requiring any person to assist in 4712. A letter from the Management and SHERMAN, Mr. HOLDING, Mr. KILMER, devising a method for breaking the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Mr. ROHRABACHER, and Mr. encryption of a wire or oral communication; Transportation, transmitting the Depart- DESJARLAIS): to the Committee on Intelligence (Perma- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- H.R. 4830. A bill to direct the Secretary of nent Select), and in addition to the Com- tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- State to develop a strategy to obtain mem- mittee on the Judiciary, for a period to be et No.: FAA-2015-3630; Directorate Identifier bership status for India in the Asia-Pacific subsequently determined by the Speaker, in 2014-NM-253-AD; Amendment 39-18397; AD Economic Cooperation (APEC), and for other each case for consideration of such provi- 2016-04-03] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received March purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Af- sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); fairs. committee concerned. Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 By Mr. HILL (for himself and Mr. By Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN (for her- Stat. 868); to the Committee on Transpor- NEUGEBAUER): self, Ms. JACKSON LEE, Mr. RANGEL, tation and Infrastructure. H.R. 4831. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- and Mr. PAYNE): enue Code of 1986 to make an exception to 4713. A letter from the Regulations Coordi- H.R. 4840. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- the 100 shareholder S corporation limitation nator, Indian Health Service, Department of enue Code of 1986 to increase the maximum in the case of shareholders whose shares Health and Human Services, transmitting wages allowed under the work opportunity were acquired through certain crowd-funding the Department’s final rule — Payment for tax credit for ex-felons, and for other pur- Physician and Other Health Care Profes- or small public offerings; to the Committee on Ways and Means. poses; to the Committee on Ways and Means. sional Services Purchased by Indian Health By Mr. ELLISON (for himself, Ms. Programs and Medical Charges Associated By Mr. BOUSTANY (for himself and MCCOLLUM, Mr. NOLAN, Mr. PETER- with Non-Hospital-Based Care (RIN: 0917- Mr. BERA): SON, Mr. WALZ, Mr. PAULSEN, Mr. AA12) received March 18, 2016, pursuant to 5 H.R. 4832. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- enue Code of 1986 to exclude certain health KLINE, and Mr. EMMER of Minnesota): U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104- H. Res. 657. A resolution honoring the life 121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); jointly to the arrangements from the excise tax on em- ployer-sponsored health coverage; to the and legacy of the Honorable Martin Olav Committees on Energy and Commerce and Sabo as an outstanding public servant dedi- Ways and Means. Committee on Ways and Means. By Mr. CARSON of Indiana (for him- cated to the State of Minnesota and the f self, Mr. CLYBURN, Mr. CLAY, Mr. United States; to the Committee on House Administration. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS CUMMINGS, Ms. MOORE, Ms. NORTON, Mr. PAYNE, Ms. PLASKETT, and Ms. By Mr. POE of Texas (for himself, Mr. Under clause 2 of rule XII, public WILSON of Florida): KEATING, Mr. ROYCE, and Mr. ENGEL): H.R. 4833. A bill to authorize the Secretary H. Res. 658. A resolution condemning in the bills and resolutions of the following strongest terms the terrorist attacks in titles were introduced and severally re- of Agriculture to make grants to States to support the establishment and operation of Brussels on March 22, 2016, which murdered ferred, as follows: grocery stores in underserved communities, more than 30 innocent people, and severely By Mr. HOLDING: and for other purposes; to the Committee on wounded many more; to the Committee on H.R. 4825. A bill to enhance defense and se- Agriculture. Foreign Affairs. curity cooperation with India, and for other By Mr. HINOJOSA (for himself, Mr. By Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania (for purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Af- VELA, Mr. CUELLAR, Mr. O’ROURKE, himself and Mrs. DINGELL): fairs. Mr. GRIJALVA, Ms. MAXINE WATERS of H. Res. 659. A resolution expressing support By Mr. OLSON (for himself, Mr. California, and Ms. MOORE): for the designation of March 30, 2016, as ASHFORD, Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois, H.R. 4834. A bill to authorize United States ‘‘World Bipolar Day’’; to the Committee on Mr. POMPEO, Mr. COSTA, Mr. LONG, participation in a general capital increase Energy and Commerce. Mr. HARPER, Mr. KING of New York, for the North American Development Bank; f Mr. BARTON, Mr. MCKINLEY, Mr. to the Committee on Financial Services. GUTHRIE, Mrs. ELLMERS of North By Mr. HONDA (for himself, Mr. DANNY CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY Carolina, and Mr. KNIGHT): K. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. ELLISON, Mr. STATEMENT H.R. 4826. A bill to authorize the Secretary RANGEL, Ms. NORTON, Mr. TONKO, Ms. Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of of Energy to provide technical assistance to BROWN of Florida, Mr. HINOJOSA, Mr. the Rules of the House of Representa- the Armed Forces of the United States with BUTTERFIELD, Ms. PLASKETT, Mr. tives, the following statements are sub- respect to ongoing activities of the Armed PASCRELL, Mr. VELA, Mr. CONNOLLY, mitted regarding the specific powers Forces to address energy resources that are Mrs. LAWRENCE, Ms. EDWARDS, Mr. being utilized by the Islamic State or would SERRANO, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. CARSON granted to Congress in the Constitu- be beneficial to the Islamic State, and for of Indiana, Mr. PETERSON, Ms. JUDY tion to enact the accompanying bill or other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign CHU of California, Mr. CROWLEY, Ms. joint resolution. Affairs, and in addition to the Committees CLARKE of New York, Mr. VAN HOL- By Mr. HOLDING: on Armed Services, and Energy and Com- LEN, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. GRAYSON, Mr. H.R. 4825. merce, for a period to be subsequently deter- GRIJALVA, Ms. BROWNLEY of Cali- Congress has the power to enact this legis- mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- fornia, and Mr. CLAY): lation pursuant to the following:

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Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 Article I, Section 8 of the United States H.R. 2646: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. By Mr. OLSON: Constitution. H.R. 2660: Mr. LARSON of Connecticut and H.R. 4826. By Mr. RUSSELL: Mr. POLIS. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 4838. H.R. 2799: Mr. BERA. lation pursuant to the following: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2805: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitu- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2817: Mr. RENACCI. tion Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1 H.R. 2896: Mr. MARINO, Mrs. WAGNER, Mr. By Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia: By Mr. SALMON: PEARCE, Mr. SCHWEIKERT, Mr. MULVANEY, H.R. 4827. H.R. 4839. Mr. HILL, Mr. NEUGEBAUER, Mr. GARRETT, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. STUTZMAN, Mr. RICE of South Carolina, lation pursuant to the following: lation pursuant to the following: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. MESSER, and Mr. LANCE. The Necessary and Proper Clause, clause 18 Amendment IV: The right of the people to H.R. 2903: Mr. SARBANES. of section 8 of Article I of the Constitution; be secure in their persons, houses, papers, H.R. 3071: Mr. HIMES. and the Commerce Clause, clause 3 of section and effects, against unreasonable searches H.R. 3095: Mr. HASTINGS. 8 of Article I of the Constitution and seizures, shall not be violated, and no H.R. 3099: Ms. MENG. By Mr. FLEMING: Warrants shall issue, but upon probable H.R. 3119: Mr. SCHRADER, Mr. BEN RAY H.R. 4828. cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and LUJA´ N of New Mexico, Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- particularly describing the place to be GENE GREEN of Texas, Mr. LOEBSACK, and Ms. lation pursuant to the following: searched, and the persons or things to be ESHOO. This bill makes specific changes to exist- seized. H.R. 3222: Mr. SMITH of Texas, Mr. MCCAUL, ing law in a manner that provides conscience By Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN: and Mr. BYRNE. protections in accord with the 1st Amend- H.R. 4840. H.R. 3235: Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. WALZ, and ment of the United States Constitution. Fur- Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. ther, this bill creates a private right of ac- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 3299: Mr. CA´ RDENAS. tion in federal court in accord with Clause 9 Article 1, Section 8 H.R. 3300: Mr. HUNTER. of Section 8 of Article I and Clause 18, Sec- H.R. 3326: Mr. SCHRADER. tion 8 of Article I, of the United States Con- f H.R. 3381: Mr. TURNER, Mr. HECK of Nevada, stitution. Similarly, this bill provides for ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Mr. MULLIN, and Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsyl- preventing disbursement of all or a portion vania. of certain Federal financial assistance in ac- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 3390: Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of Cali- cord with Clause 1, Section 8 Article 1. were added to public bills and resolu- fornia. By Mr. CA´ RDENAS: tions, as follows: H.R. 3406: Mr. O’ROURKE. H.R. 4829. H.R. 3423: Mr. CALVERT. H.R. 27: Mr. BOUSTANY. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 3514: Mr. MURPHY of Florida, Mr. CUM- H.R. 244: Mr. ROUZER. lation pursuant to the following: MINGS, Mrs. LAWRENCE, and Mr. BEYER. H.R. 292: Mr. MULLIN. Clauses 1 and 8 of Section 8 of Article I of H.R. 3546: Mr. COHEN. H.R. 295: Ms. MCCOLLUM. the Constitution. H.R. 3619: Mr. BEYER. H.R. 353: Mr. CICILLINE. By Mr. SALMON: H.R. 3687: Ms. BASS. H.R. 448: Mr. RICHMOND. H.R. 4830. H.R. 3694: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 525: Mr. TAKAI. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 3706: Mr. LEWIS and Mr. POLIS. H.R. 592: Mr. BISHOP of Utah. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 3770: Mr. LANGEVIN. H.R. 605: Mr. TED LIEU of California and Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution of H.R. 3799: Mr. MESSER. Mrs. KIRKPATRICK. the United States. H.R. 3926: Mr. SCHIFF. H.R. 703: Mr. SHUSTER. By Mr. HILL: H.R. 3986: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 793: Mr. FARENTHOLD. H.R. 4831. H.R. 4041: Ms. LOFGREN. ITTENGER Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 863: Mr. P . H.R. 4057: Mr. PETERS. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 879: Mr. CALVERT. H.R. 4065: Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 H.R. 885: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Pennsyl- H.R. 4167: Mr. BYRNE. By Mr. BOUSTANY: vania. H.R. 4177: Mr. WITTMAN. H.R. 4832. H.R. 921: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. H.R. 4223: Mr. KILMER. Congress has the power to enact this legis- FARR, and Mr. TAKAI. H.R. 4225: Mr. DEUTCH. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 932: Mr. HIMES. H.R. 4277: Mr. HASTINGS and Mr. KILMER. Article I, Section 8, Clause 3—Business/ H.R. 953: Mr. RICE of South Carolina. H.R. 4320: Mr. RENACCI. Labor Regulation—The Congress shall have H.R. 986: Mr. SIMPSON. H.R. 4352: Mr. PETERS. Power * * * To regulate Commerce with for- H.R. 1062: Mr. ROE of Tennessee and Mr. H.R. 4428: Mr. ZINKE. eign Nations, and among the several States, SAM JOHNSON of Texas. H.R. 4442: Ms. BORDALLO. and with the Indian Tribes. H.R. 1151: Mr. KILMER. H.R. 4457: Ms. MCSALLY. By Mr. CARSON of Indiana: H.R. 1192: Mr. THORNBERRY. H.R. 4460: Ms. MATSUI. H.R. 4833. H.R. 1197: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- H.R. 4499: Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts. Congress has the power to enact this legis- sylvania and Mr. BARTON. H.R. 4514: Mr. LATTA and Mrs. BEATTY. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1220: Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois and Mr. H.R. 4515: Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Clause 1 and clause 18 of Article I of sec- KELLY of Mississippi. H.R. 4538: Ms. MCSALLY and Mr. KING of tion 8 of the United States Constitution. H.R. 1221: Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois, New York. By Mr. HINOJOSA: Mr. CRAWFORD, Mr. ROGERS of Alabama, and H.R. 4550: Mr. KING of Iowa. H.R. 4834. Mrs. COMSTOCK. H.R. 4567: Mr. THORNBERRY. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1247: Mr. ASHFORD. H.R. 4599: Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1293: Mr. SCHIFF. H.R. 4613: Ms. JACKSON LEE. clause 3 of section 8 of article 1 of the Con- H.R. 1336: Ms. MCSALLY. H.R. 4626: Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois, Mr. stitution H.R. 1421: Mr. SCHRADER. ROUZER, Mr. VELA, Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsyl- By Mr. HONDA: H.R. 1439: Mr. CUMMINGS. vania, and Mr. WALBERG. H.R. 4835. H.R. 1538: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. H.R. 4633: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1571: Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. ASHFORD, and H.R. 4636: Mr. COLE and Mr. MEADOWS. lation pursuant to the following: Mr. PERRY. H.R. 4640: Mr. HILL, Mrs. LAWRENCE, Mr. Article I, section 8, Clause 18. H.R. 1604: Mr. ALLEN. LAMBORN, and Mr. GRIJALVA. By Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan: H.R. 1733: Mr. CA´ RDENAS. H.R. 4653: Mr. ENGEL and Mr. KILDEE. H.R. 4836. H.R. 1736: Mr. PITTENGER. H.R. 4668: Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1784: Mr. RENACCI. H.R. 4676: Mr. JOLLY. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1854: Mr. KILMER. H.R. 4681: Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of Article I, Section 9, that no money shall be H.R. 1859: Mr. FITZPATRICK, Ms. LOFGREN, New York and Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. drawn from the Treasury but in consequence and Mr. WALBERG. H.R. 4682: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. of Appropriations made by Law, and a reg- H.R. 1933: Mr. MURPHY of Florida. H.R. 4703: Mr. SESSIONS. ular Statement and Account of the Receipts H.R. 2197: Mr. O’ROURKE. H.R. 4715: Mr. GOSAR, Mr. HILL, Mr. and Expenditures of all public Money shall H.R. 2210: Mr. ASHFORD. WALBERG, and Mr. GROTHMAN. be made from time to time. H.R. 2293: Mr. LAHOOD. H.R. 4730: Mr. ROUZER, Mr. HARRIS, and Mr. By Mr. RUIZ: H.R. 2334: Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. WEBER of Texas. H.R. 4837. H.R. 2460: Mr. LANCE and Mr. RYAN of Ohio. H.R. 4731: Mr. BURGESS and Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2488: Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. SCHWEIKERT. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2589: Mr. LONG. H.R. 4737: Mr. NEUGEBAUER.

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H.R. 4755: Mr. RIGELL, Ms. SINEMA, Mr. H.R. 4778: Mr. LONG. H. Res. 62: Ms. JUDY CHU of California. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. H.R. 4786: Mr. HUFFMAN. H. Res. 156: Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of Cali- POSEY, and Mr. KNIGHT. H.R. 4792: Ms. BROWNLEY of California, Mr. fornia. H.R. 4763: Ms. SLAUGHTER, Ms. CLARK of ELLISON, Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mr. BEYER, and H. Res. 220: Mr. DENT. Massachusetts, and Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Ms. LEE. H. Res. 343: Mr. CUMMINGS and Mr. SIRES. H.R. 4764: Mr. ZINKE, Mr. HUDSON, and Mr. H.R. 4796: Ms. NORTON. H. Res. 371: Mr. SMITH of Washington and KATKO. H.R. 4807: Mr. CONYERS and Ms. BROWN of ELA´ ZQUEZ H.R. 4771: Mr. SMITH of Texas. Florida. Ms. V . H.R. 4773: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania, H.R. 4820: Miss RICE of New York. H. Res. 638: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. HILL, Mr. MESSER, and Mr. ROE of Ten- H.R. 4822: Mr. CALVERT. H. Res. 647: Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. NORTON, Mrs. nessee. H. Con. Res. 19: Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York, Ms. H.R. 4775: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. CHABOT, Mrs. and Mr. SESSIONS. SINEMA, Ms. BROWN of Florida, Ms. ELLMERS of North Carolina, Mr. MCKINLEY, H. Con. Res. 40: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ and Mr. PLASKETT, Ms. CASTOR of Florida, Mrs. COM- and Mr. BABIN. ROGERS of Kentucky. STOCK, Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. CARTER of Geor- H.R. 4776: Mr. MCDERMOTT. H. Res. 28: Mr. O’ROURKE. gia, and Ms. WILSON of Florida.

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IN RECOGNITION OF PAUL A. a bomb, which he had been given by his HONORING CHIEF DEPUTY JERRY GRAF, JR. cousin, who was a member of ISIS. Two po- RICE licemen and a baggage handler were also HON. PATRICK MEEHAN suspected of helping the mechanic. This inci- HON. MARK MEADOWS OF PENNSYLVANIA dent alone should give us pause as we think OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES about the safety of American aircraft and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 22, 2016 American flying public. Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Transportation Mr. MEADOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to applaud Paul A. Graf, Jr. for his swift and cou- & Infrastructure Committee Chairman BILL recognize Chief Deputy Jerry Rice of Hender- rageous action to protect a family and their SHUSTER for his commitment to safety and for son County, North Carolina. On behalf of the pets from an apartment fire. working with me and Representative DAN people of Western North Carolina, I would like Mr. Graf is a letter carrier for the United LIPINSKI and Representative LOU BARLETTA to to thank Chief Deputy Rice for his dedication States Postal Service. On February 16, 2016 include Section 402 in the Aviation, Innova- to Henderson County, and congratulate him while on his route, he noticed smoke coming tion, Reform, and Reauthorization Act. on his retirement after three decades of faith- from an apartment. He called 9–1–1 and took ful service. This provision marks a bipartisan, common- Chief Deputy Rice’s long career in law en- immediate action to make sure that there was sense step forward in ensuring that back- forcement began in 1986 with a position as a no one inside the apartment. ground checks and drug tests are required of Mr. Graf’s actions prevented a possibly life- tele-communicator for the Brevard Police De- employees at foreign repair stations who work threatening tragedy. The Ridley Park commu- partment. That same year he completed Basic on U.S. commercial aircraft, strengthening nity he serves and the greater Philadelphia Law Enforcement training and subsequently area are grateful for his vigilance and hard America’s commitment to protecting its citi- worked as a patrol officer with the Brevard Po- work on the job. zens and ensuring safe air travel. lice Department. In July 1987, Chief Deputy Rice began service with the Henderson Coun- f f ty Sheriff’s Office. There, he spent time in a SUPPORTING THE AIRR ACT wide range of roles, working at different points COMMEMORATING 100 YEARS OF as a patrol deputy, a field training officer, a HON. RYAN A. COSTELLO SERVICE TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF detective, and an undercover narcotics investi- THOMAS BUILT BUSES gator. Later in his career, he held several su- OF PENNSYLVANIA pervisory positions in the Sheriff’s Office serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing as Detective Sergeant over Drug Enforce- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 HON. ALMA S. ADAMS ment, Detective Lieutenant supervising Prop- erty Crimes, Operations Lieutenant in CID, Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. OF NORTH CAROLINA Speaker, as the House continues its work on Chief Administrator of the Henderson County long-term reauthorization and reform of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Detention Facility, and Operations Major. Over the course of his career, Chief Deputy Rice Federal Aviation Administration and related Tuesday, March 22, 2016 programs, I would like to reiterate my support also spent six years as a member of SWAT, for commonsense provisions included in H.R. Ms. ADAMS. Mr. Speaker, every school became a Rifle Marksman and a general and 4441, the Aviation Innovation, Reform, and day, around 450,000 school buses transport specialized firearms instructor, earned a li- Reauthorization Act of 2016, which would en- more than 24 million children to and from cense as a polygraph examiner, and became an airplane and rotary wing law enforcement sure the safety of our commercial aircraft and schools and school-related activities, making passengers. pilot. school buses the largest mass transit program Throughout his time with the Henderson Mr. Speaker, early last year I met with my in the U.S. (National Wildlife Federation). constituent, Justin Madden, who is the Na- County Sheriff’s Office, Chief Deputy Rice was tional Secretary/Treasurer for the Aircraft Me- I rise today to recognize Perley A. Thomas known for friendship, helpfulness, and dedica- chanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), which and his family who have aided in the transpor- tion to the mission of his office. He earned a represents the aircraft maintenance techni- tation system for many generations. reputation for his clear understanding of the issues facing Henderson County and for his cians of both Southwest Airlines and Alaska Thomas Built Buses started in 1916 in High reasoned voice and counsel. I am proud to Airlines. During the course of our conversa- Point, North Carolina and since then, the honor Chief Deputy Jerry Rice for his lifelong tion, we discussed many issues impacting the Thomas children and grandchildren have built aviation industry, including safety. Justin commitment to public service and to express a national reputation among the school bus the gratitude of myself and the people of brought to my attention that he and his col- business. leagues are subject to background checks, as Western North Carolina. well as pre-employment and random drug In 2011, Thomas Built Buses became the f first, and remains the only, school bus manu- tests, yet their counterparts at foreign aircraft IN HONOR OF POLICE CHIEF JOHN facturer to achieve Zero-Waste-to-Landfill op- repair stations are not required to meet the FOSTER, 35 YEARS OF LAW EN- same safety precautions. erations, demonstrating its industry leadership FORCEMENT As the amount of maintenance work per- as a driving force in facility waste manage- formed on U.S. aircraft at foreign repair sta- ment and environmental commitment. HON. TOM McCLINTOCK tions increases, we must do more to ensure Today, a decade into the school bus occu- OF CALIFORNIA that the employees at these stations are also pation, Thomas Built Buses offers school, ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES held to the same level of professional stand- tivity, green, childcare, specialty and commer- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 ards as their counterparts at U.S repair sta- cial buses across the nation. tions. Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise On October 31st of last year, Russian As the United States Congresswoman for today, on behalf of myself and Mr. LAMALFA, Metrojet Flight 9268 disintegrated over the North Carolina’s 12th Congressional District, I to honor the service of Police Chief John Fos- Sinai Peninsula. All 224 people on board the am proud to offer my congratulations for 100 ter, who has kept the citizens of Grass Valley, flight tragically died that day. On January 29, years of service and best wishes to you. California, safe for 17 years. 2016, Reuters reported that a mechanic had Thank you for making such a positive impact As a police officer for 35 years, Chief Foster been detained and was suspected of planting in this country and for many years to come. has dedicated his life to public welfare and

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:06 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K22MR8.001 E22MRPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E356 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 22, 2016 safety. He began his career as a police officer help deliver needed care to patients, espe- nerable communities in 2013. The Voting in Palo Alto, California. Over the course of 13 cially in areas where access to health care is Rights Act of 1965 was reauthorized nearly a years, he was promoted to Sergeant and then limited. Oregon’s seniors should be able to re- decade ago and it is shameful that still today, Lieutenant. His demonstrated leadership receive this important care in a timely fashion, people across the nation do not enjoy full and sulted in the position of Police Captain in Cor- because no one should be forced to choose free access to exercise their right to vote. The vallis, Oregon. between receiving health care and remaining time is always right to do what is right. As we John Foster became the Chief of Grass Val- in his or her home. Please join me in thanking continue to progress throughout this election ley Police in July 1998. He has been a main- Nancy and her fellow NPs for their hard work year, it is especially critical that all Americans stay of the community ever since that time. He on behalf of patients. have fair and equal access to the ballot box. has been a member of the Chamber of Com- f Our very democracy is built on the ability of merce, Benevolent and Protective Order of every citizen being able to have their voices Elks, Rotary International, League of Cities, HONORING MERLE LEWIS heard and vote counted. and Big Brothers and Big Sisters. He currently We must learn from the lessons of the past serves as a Blue and Gold Officer for the HON. TOM MARINO and honor those who sacrificed for our na- United States Naval Academy. OF PENNSYLVANIA tion’s progress. Just recently, I introduced leg- Chief Foster has been the standard-bearer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES islation to honor voting rights icon, Amelia for public safety and leadership training. He is Boynton Robinson, by renaming the Selma, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 a member of the POST Instructor Standards Alabama post office in her honor. Mrs. Boyn- Council, a Pointman Leadership Institute In- Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ton Robinson was a voting rights hero and structor, an Allied to Benefit Law Enforcement honor of my constituent Merle Lewis, recog- one of the Foot Soldiers on the front lines of Consultant/Trainer, a Sierra College Adminis- nizing the celebration of his 90th birthday on the 1965 voting rights marches. She made the tration of Justice Committee member, a Drug April 8th. clear and compelling statement through her Free Coalition Steering Committee member, a An upstanding resident of Pennsylvania, campaign motto when running for Congress Nevada County Law Enforcement and Fire Merle resides in Glenburn Township with his as the first woman from the State of Alabama Council and a Leadership Institute Advisory wife Hilda. Merle and Hilda have been happily that ‘‘A Voteless People Is A Hopeless Peo- Council member. married for over 50 years. ple.’’ We cannot continue to repeat the errors Mr. Speaker, Chief John Foster has dedi- Merle has led a successful life as a dairy of the past. Amelia Boynton Robinson, like so cated his life to the protection of his fellow citi- farmer and is a committed advocate for the many others literally shed blood for the right to zens. He is an example of leadership for us agriculture community. Merle serves as a Di- vote. Fifty-one years later, no one should have all. rector of the Wyoming-Lackawanna Farm Bu- to face violence or shed blood for a funda- f reau as well as a SafeMark dealer for the mental right. Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. He is the former Also, just today I introduced legislation to RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANT Director of the Lackawanna County Dairy Herd designate several civil rights and voting rights WORK OF NURSE PRACTI- Improvement Association. sites in Birmingham, AL as a national park in TIONERS AND SUPPORTING IN- Along with his many responsibilities to the order to commemorate their historical signifi- CREASED ACCESS TO HOME Farm Bureau, Merle is a member of the Ori- cance. While these pieces of legislation are HEALTH ental Grange in Lake Winola and a past mem- important gestures, the best way to com- ber of the Green Grove Grange in Scott Town- memorate and recognize their legacy is to HON. GREG WALDEN ship. pass meaningful voting rights legislation that OF OREGON I want to wish Merle a very happy 90th would restore key provisions of the Voting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES birthday and thank him for his service to all of Rights Act of 1965. the farmers in Pennsylvania. Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Now is the time. Congress must act. The f American people cannot wait any longer. On Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to this Restoration Tuesday, we honor the men RESTORE THE VOTE recognize the many nurse practitioners (NPs) and women who stood for our fundamental in Oregon and nationwide who work hard to right and take up the cause to continue the provide quality health care to patients. Today, HON. TERRI A. SEWELL fight. The right to vote is worth fighting for and I’m meeting with Nancy Cavanaugh, a pedi- OF ALABAMA we must fight until the battle is won. atric NP from Central Point, Oregon. Nancy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We must Restore the Vote. practices at La Clinica’s school-based health f centers, including at Crater High School in Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Central Point. NPs like Nancy are the health Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I CONGRATULATING THE ALIQUIPPA provider of choice for millions of Americans rise to acknowledge today as Restoration QUIPS FOR A PERFECT SEASON seeking primary care, pediatric care, disease Tuesday and to honor the role of the brave education, and other preventative services. men and women who fought in the ongoing HON. KEITH J. ROTHFUS Along with clinical nurse specialists (CNSs), battle to protect our most sacred constitutional OF PENNSYLVANIA certified nurse midwives (CNMs), and physi- right, the right to vote. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cian assistants (PAs), NPs serve many pa- Today, 51 years ago, courageous men and tients as their main source of care, especially women stood tall and moved forward on what Tuesday, March 22, 2016 in rural areas where a physician isn’t always would be the final march of the peaceful pro- Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, today I recog- readily available. test marches from Selma to Montgomery, Ala- nize the Aliquippa Quips boys basketball team Despite this important role, these clinicians bama in March of 1965. This final march only for claiming the PIAA Class AA title after an remain unable to order home health services occurred after countless Americans were left undefeated season with a perfect 30–0 record. for the Medicare patients under their care. beaten, bloody and bruised on ‘‘Bloody Sun- Their extraordinary accomplishment makes the This impediment results in an administrative day’’ in pursuit of their fundamental right—the entire community proud. and paperwork burden, creating an unneces- right to have their voices heard and their vote It is history in the making. They’re only the sary step in care delivery. That is why I intro- counted. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 would 13th WPIAL team to ever win a state basket- duced H.R. 1342, the Home Health Care Plan- never have been possible without their sac- ball title with a perfect record, and the 33rd ning Improvement Act of 2015, which would rifices; but still today old battles have become undefeated boys basketball state champion. ensure that our Medicare beneficiaries get the anew and the struggle for equal voting rights This is Aliquippa’s first state title since 1997, home health care they need in a timely man- continues. and their first undefeated state championship ner by allowing NPs, CNSs, CNMs and PAs to It is reprehensible that still in 2016, Ameri- since 1949. order home health services, if their state al- cans across the nation continue to face mod- Athletics endow young people with many of lows it. ern day barriers to the ballot box. A number of the virtues and skills they will need to succeed By easing administrative burdens and per- states, including Alabama, quickly passed re- not only on the court, but in every other en- mitting nurse practitioners like Nancy to order strictive laws designed to suppress the vote deavor. These young men are being rewarded and certify home health services, the Home after the Supreme Court struck down Section for their hard work, dedication, athleticism, and Health Care Planning Improvement Act would 4 pre-clearance and federal protection for vul- team unity.

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f HON. FRANK C. GUINTA f TRIBUTE TO ROBERT ‘‘BOB’’ OF NEW HAMPSHIRE THE GREAT LAKES—A NATIONAL MCGLOTTEN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TREASURE Tuesday, March 22, 2016 HON. WM. LACY CLAY Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER OF MISSOURI recognize the 50th anniversary of Big Brothers OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Big Sisters of New Hampshire. I am pleased IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 22, 2016 to join previous volunteers, mentors, program participants and supporters of the program to Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay recognize the commitment and hard work the tribute to a remarkable gentleman and long- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, Teddy ‘‘Bigs’’ have made in the lives of the ‘‘Littles’’ Roosevelt, America’s original conservationist time workers’ rights icon in Washington, D.C., they have impacted in the Granite State over Mr. Robert ‘‘Bob’’ McGlotten, who departed said, ‘‘We are prone to speak of the resources the past 50 years. of this country as inexhaustible. This is not this world on March 12th, 2016. He was a The belief of Big Brothers Big Sisters is very labor rights trailblazer, champion for positive so.’’ simple. They believe that every child has the This could not be more true for our nation’s social change, beloved husband, father, and ability to succeed in life, and for some it takes dedicated public servant. He set a standard of water: the lakes, rivers, streams, and oceans the extra guidance of a mentor to help them that enrich our land and people. excellence in labor reform, social justice, and on their way to success. Their mission is more national leadership that has been equaled by That’s why, today, World Water Day, I difficult as we sadly know that many children would like to address the importance of pro- few other people. come from difficult situations, single parent Bob was a trailblazer who made history and tecting one of our national treasures, the households, or have challenges in learning Great Lakes. I have had the opportunity to changed America for the better. He served the and socializing unlike other kids their age. The American Federation of Labor-Congress of In- represent parts of both Lake Erie and Lake ‘‘Bigs,’’ or adult mentors, become a consistent Ontario during my time in Congress and serve dustrial Organizations (AFL–CIO) in many ca- presence in the lives of their ‘‘Littles’’ and help pacities including as its Legislative Director, as co-chair of the House Great Lakes Task lend structure, support and confidence to Force. I know first-hand just how important the the first African American to serve in that high these kids in their everyday lives. Many kids position, where he championed the rights of lakes are to my district, the region, as well as who have come up through Big Brothers Big the country and planet. millions of working men and women for nearly Sisters have given testimony over the years three decades. One of his key accomplish- The Great Lakes represent 20 percent of that they wouldn’t be where they are today the world’s fresh water supply and 95 percent ments was to increase union involvement in were it not for the help and support of their employment programs across the country. of our nation’s fresh water supply. They are a Big Brother or Big Sister, and I thank these source of drinking water, jobs, and recreation His career included his exceptional service men and women for taking time out of their as a board member for the Congressional for millions of Americans. They are one of our lives to help support the children of our great country’s most precious resources. Black Caucus Foundation as well as his work state. We have an obligation to protect and reha- as a special assistant to former Secretary of I am proud to join with my fellow Granite bilitate this precious resource. From historic Labor Peter Brennan. Bob came from humble Staters in recognizing the 50th anniversary of problems which have risen from mistakes beginnings, but rose to become one of the na- the Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hamp- made generations ago to new threats, like cli- tion’s most powerful and effective union lead- shire, and wish them all the best in their future mate change, there are so many matters en- ers. He stood shoulder-to-shoulder with my fa- years. ther, former Congressman Bill Clay, as they dangering the health of our Great Lakes. This f worked tirelessly to promote and protect the is why programs such as the Great Lakes rights of the American worker. CONGRATULATIONS TO RADIO Restoration Initiative are so important to our I have known him since I was a child. A FREE EUROPE/RADIO LIBERTY region. The GLRI has funded the cleanup of grand and gracious gentleman, he was a vi- AND VOICE OF AMERICA toxic substances and has helped to combat sionary. My Mom and Dad, and indeed our the threat to our lakes from invasive species. entire family, have wonderful memories of him. HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE We are all aware of the threat Asian Carp and other invasive species pose to the Great We always regarded him as a person of great OF NEW YORK Lakes water system. The Asian Carp have integrity, a gentleman and a scholar, and a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man who possessed both a warm smile and a been destructive to the rivers and streams that caring heart. Tuesday, March 22, 2016 they have invaded and we must do everything My thoughts and prayers are with Bob’s Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I in our power to prevent them from entering the family, associates, and colleagues at this pain- rise today to congratulate our civilian U.S. Great Lakes at all. They have no natural pred- ful hour. He is survived by his beloved wife of international media organizations, Radio Free ators to keep their populations in check and 23 years, Cheryl; his dear daughters Karen, Europe/Radio Liberty and the Voice of Amer- we cannot afford to let these fish wreak havoc Darlene and Roben; and his cherished sisters ica, for the dramatic work they have done in on the ecosystems of the Great Lakes. Patricia and Teresa Sparks; along with 10 jointly creating and developing their Russian I have consistently supported efforts to grandchildren and a host of great grand- language television news venture, ‘‘Current proactively protect our systems from dan- children, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Time.’’ gerous invasive species and will continue to I too have a heavy heart, as I reflect on our ‘‘Current Time’’ draws upon a uniquely in- do so. I encourage my colleagues to join me. many years of enduring friendship. Bob was formed network of reporters and commenta- We need to make sure to hold Congress re- an incredible person who touched the hearts tors to provide timely and credible news. It has sponsible for adequately funding the programs of people throughout the country that he expanded since its debut in October 2014 such as the GLRI and to work proactively to served so ably and so well. from a 30-minute, daily broadcast into a brand prevent the introduction of pollutants and spe- May God bless him with perfect peace and that combines daily and weekly programs on cies that threaten the safety and security of eternal rest and may He bless all who mourn numerous platforms to bring audiences all our water. him with strength, faith, and renewed dedica- along Russia’s borders—from the Baltic coun- In fact, humans can only survive four days tion to continue his good works. tries, through Belarus, Ukraine, and Moldova, without water. Ensuring the safety and avail- Mr. Speaker, I urge Members of Congress to the Caucasus countries and on into Central ability of our water is truly life or death. to join me in honoring the memory of Bob Asia—the information they need. These magnificent bodies of water are truly McGlotten for his legacy of honor and his I urge my colleagues to join me in congratu- precious and we must do all that we can to strong commitment to confront injustice and lating and supporting the ‘‘Current Time’’ protect these national treasures for future gen- inequality wherever he found it. team, and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty erations.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:06 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22MR8.009 E22MRPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E358 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 22, 2016 IN RECOGNITION OF ROSE businesses, stakeholders across the country, programs at the National Science Foundation RANDAZZO, THE SUNDAY and policymakers in a coordinated effort to that recruit and promote women who are look- DISPATCH’S 2015 PERSON OF THE achieve permanent protection was critical to ing to move beyond the laboratory and enter YEAR the establishment of the Monument. the commercial world. Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- I want to thank my colleague, Representa- HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT ment may be counted among the hundreds of tive ESTY, for her work on this bill. OF PENNSYLVANIA pristine parks across the country that rep- H.R. 4755 would support existing programs IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resent America’s most treasured public re- at NASA that encourage young girls and sources. The region’s unique geological for- women to study STEM fields and pursue ca- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 mations will play host for the world’s scientists reers in aerospace. These programs include Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise for years to come. Centuries-old archeological NASA GIRLS, a virtual mentoring program; today to honor Rose Randazzo, who has been sites will draw curious historians and research- Aspire to Inspire, a program connecting young named the Sunday Dispatch’s Greater Pittston ers as they piece together the stories of gen- girls with women with STEM careers at NASA; Person of the Year for 2015. Since 2000, the erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- and a summer institute program that increases Sunday Dispatch selects a person annually ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to awareness and exposes middle school girls to who has a positive impact in the Greater enjoy this landmark that is now forever open the STEM careers at NASA. Pittston Community over the course of the and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from Additionally, H.R. 4755 calls on NASA to previous year. Rose has been a key figure to Northern California and beyond. submit a plan to Congress on how to best use Pittston’s efforts to revitalize the city’s Main The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument their current and retired workforce to mentor Street. serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities female K–12 students. Utilizing our retired In 2010, Rose was named the Main Street Act and the power of the Executive to protect STEM workforce can multiply the opportunities Manager, a volunteer position to help attract these lands in the face of inaction by Con- for mentorship, but I appreciate Mrs. COM- new businesses and arts to downtown gress. After extensive input from interested STOCK’s agreement to include current NASA Pittston. The most recent major art project is parties and substantial evidence of this re- employees, especially early career women at the Inspirational Mural, completed by muralist gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- NASA. Seeing a young female scientist or en- Michael Pilato and located on the side of the ored the support of stakeholders, and the gineer might be the best way to show young Newrose Building. The mural is dedicated to gravity of conservation. girls that STEM careers are possible for them. the residents of Greater Pittston and depicts The legacy of public lands is one of the I would to thank my colleague, Representa- more than forty local figures who have had an most important we can leave for future gen- tive COMSTOCK, for her work on this bill and impact on life in the area. In addition to erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain for working with me to broaden the scope of Pilato’s mural, downtown Pittston implemented Monument is a critical piece of a preservation the plan. Second Friday Art Walks in May 2013. Every system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- I strongly support both H.R. 4742 and H.R. second Friday during the summer months, lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- 4755 and I encourage my colleagues on both craft and art vendors populate Pittston’s Main lege working with Mr. Wright to further our mu- sides of the aisle to do the same. Street. Due to the success of the art walks tual goal of preserving our nation’s great open f and other endeavors taken on by Rose, spaces, and we look forward to collaborating ‘‘American Craft Week’’ named Pittston the 8th in the future. HONORING THE LIFE OF COLONEL FERDINAND CLARENCE ‘‘FRED’’ best town for craft lovers in 2015. f Rose’s agenda also includes rehabilitation BIDGOOD of the city’s aging buildings. The first building H.R. 4742 PROMOTING WOMEN IN Rose helped revitalize as Main Street Man- ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT AND HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK ager was the building at 26 Main Street, which H.R. 4755 INSPIRING THE NEXT OF VIRGINIA houses Napoli’s Pizza. Completed in Novem- SPACE PIONEERS, INNOVATORS, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RESEARCHERS, AND EXPLORERS ber 2011, it is the first and only building with Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Italianate architecture in Pittston. Another one WOMEN ACT of Rose’s success stories is the Christopher Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Building. Before Rose intervened, the City of HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON to honor the life of my constituent, Colonel Pittston was considering demolishing this his- OF TEXAS Ferdinand Clarence ‘‘Fred’’ Bidgood, a retired toric building. Rose purchased the building IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States Army officer, a patriot, and a true leader. After his birth in 1938 in Fort and had it renovated. Today, the Christopher Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Building houses one of Pittston’s most suc- Benning, Georgia, Fred went on to live in Lon- cessful restaurants. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. don, England where he graduated from Cen- It is an honor to recognize an individual who Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. tral High School in 1955. He matriculated into is ushering in a new renaissance for the City 4742, the Promoting Women in Entrepreneur- the United States Military Academy’s Class of of Pittston. Rose truly has great vision for the ship Act and H.R. 4755, the Inspiring the Next 1960 where he received a Bachelor of historic town. I wish Rose continued success Space Pioneers, Innovators, Researchers, and Science degree. Fred later earned a Master’s in her efforts to bring new life to Pittston. Explorers Women Act. degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M, f These two bills would support entrepreneur- and graduated from the Armed Forces Staff ship programs for women and encourage College. HONORING CORTINA RANCHERIA young girls and women to pursue STEM de- Following his graduation from the United CHAIRMAN CHARLIE WRIGHT grees and careers. States Military Academy, Fred was commis- Throughout my career in Congress and my sioned as 2nd Lieutenant in the Army and HON. MIKE THOMPSON time as the Ranking Member of the House served around the world in command and staff OF CALIFORNIA Science, Space, and Technology Committee, I positions in both Artillery and Engineer units. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have been passionate about ensuring opportu- Throughout his career, he served as Associate nities for women in STEM fields. Executive Director of the Paralyzed Veterans Tuesday, March 22, 2016 More women are pursuing STEM degrees of America in Washington, DC and Chief of Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, and careers overall, but they are still under- Staff for the National Victory Celebration, I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and represented in many STEM fields. This is es- where his duties included welcoming home Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize pecially true in STEM fields with high entrepre- troops from the Gulf War. He also served as and honor Chairman Charlie Wright for his neurship rates, such as engineering and com- Director on the Board of Governors of the great contribution to the designation of the puter science. World United Services Organization and Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument by Along with STEM training, women face Chairman of their Human Resources Com- President Barack Obama on July 10, 2015. other barriers to entrepreneurship, including mittee, and he was a member of the Board of This outstanding accomplishment was made access to credit. Advisers of National Handicapped Sports. possible by the tireless work of countless ad- Due to such barriers, it is important to sup- Fred lived much of his life in South Run For- vocates like Mr. Wright. Their commitment to port entrepreneurship programs focused on est community in Springfield, Virginia. On Vet- engaging friends, colleagues, local residents, women. H.R. 4742 does that by supporting erans Day, Flag Day, and Memorial Day, Fred

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It has been a privi- sites will draw curious historians and research- touched on a daily basis. He was well known lege working with Mr. Norton to further our ers as they piece together the stories of gen- by many of his neighbors for having a witty mutual goal of preserving our nation’s great erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- sense of humor. One of Fred’s neighbors, open spaces, and we look forward to collabo- ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to Norman Bayne, once told me about a time rating in the future. enjoy this landmark that is now forever open when he was mowing his lawn and wearing f and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from shorts, Fred came out and shouted, ‘‘If I had Northern California and beyond. legs like that I would wear pants.’’ Fred always WELCOME BRYNLEE ELIZABETH The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument had a way to brighten the day of those around LUMLEY serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities him. Act and the power of the Executive to protect Fred’s final assignment in the military was HON. JOE WILSON these lands in the face of inaction by Con- as an Executive Assistant to the Administrator OF SOUTH CAROLINA gress. After extensive input from interested of the Veterans Administration. He passed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parties and substantial evidence of this re- away a decorated veteran, having earned four gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 awards of the Legion of Merit, The Bronze ored the support of stakeholders, and the Star, two awards of the Meritorious Service Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- gravity of conservation. Medal, the Air Medal, and the Army Com- er, I am happy to congratulate Sarah Lumley The legacy of public lands is one of the mendation Medal. He was preceded in death and her husband, Nick Lumley, on the birth of most important we can leave for future gen- by his daughter Kerri. He is survived by his their new baby girl. Brynlee Elizabeth Lumley erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain wife Marilyn of 55 years, two sons Mark and was born at 4:27 p.m. on Wednesday, March Monument is a critical piece of a preservation Matthew, and four grandchildren, Damon, 16, 2016, at University Hospital in Augusta, system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- Haley, Aidan, and Brianna. I am honored to Georgia. Brynlee weighed seven pounds and lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- commemorate Fred today for his life of leader- ten ounces and measured 20 and 3/4 inches lege working with Assemblyman Dodd to fur- ship, service, and selfless contributions to our long. She is the first child for the happy couple ther our mutual goal of preserving our nation’s great nation. We are fortunate to have citizens and I have no doubt her talented parents will great open spaces, and we look forward to like Fred who are willing to put their life at risk be dedicated to her well-being and bright fu- collaborating in the future. to serve the United States of America. ture. f f I would also like to congratulate Brynlee’s RECOGNIZING CAPTAIN DON HONORING ED NORTON grandparents, Jerry and Dawn Barber of Jack- son, South Carolina, and John and Valerie WILLIAMS, USN (RET.) Zentz of North Augusta, South Carolina. Con- HON. MIKE THOMPSON gratulations to her entire family as they wel- HON. JOSEPH J. HECK OF CALIFORNIA come their newest addition of pure pride and OF NEVADA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES joy. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 22, 2016 f Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. HECK of Nevada. Mr. Speaker, I come I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and to the floor today to memorialize the life and Representative HUFFMAN rise to recognize and career of Captain Donald Edward Williams, honor Ed Norton for his great contribution to HON. CHARLES W. DENT United States Navy, Retired. the designation of the Berryessa Snow Moun- OF PENNSYLVANIA Captain Williams, a resident of the Sun City tain Monument by President Barack Obama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Anthem community in my district, passed on July 10, 2015. Tuesday, March 22, 2016 away on February 23, 2016 at the age of 74. This outstanding accomplishment was made His life and service to the United States was possible by the tireless work of countless ad- Mr. DENT. Mr. Speaker, on roll call no. 130, truly remarkable and worthy of our recognition vocates like Mr. Norton. Their commitment to I regretfully missed this vote due to illness. in this House. engaging friends, colleagues, local residents, Had I been present, I would have voted YEA. After graduating with a degree in Mechan- businesses, stakeholders across the country, f ical Engineering from Purdue University, Cap- and policymakers in a coordinated effort to tain Williams received a commission in the achieve permanent protection was critical to HONORING CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLYMAN BILL DODD United States Navy through Purdue’s NROTC the establishment of the Monument. program. Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- He went to flight training in 1964 and ment may be counted among the hundreds of HON. MIKE THOMPSON earned his pilots wings in 1966. pristine parks across the country that rep- OF CALIFORNIA Captain Williams made four combat deploy- resent America’s most treasured public re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments during Vietnam; two with Attack Squad- sources. The region’s unique geological for- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 ron 113 and two with Attack Squadron 97, mations will play host for the world’s scientists both aboard the USS Enterprise. In all, Don for years to come. Centuries-old archeological Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Williams flew 330 combat missions in Viet- sites will draw curious historians and research- I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and nam. ers as they piece together the stories of gen- Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize For his service he was awarded the Legion erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- and honor Assemblyman Dodd for his great of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, 2 Navy ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to contribution to the designation of the Commendation Medals with Combat V device, enjoy this landmark that is now forever open Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument by the Vietnam Service Medal, a Vietnamese and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from President Barack Obama on July 10, 2015. Gallantry Cross, and the Vietnam Campaign Northern California and beyond. This outstanding accomplishment was made Medal. The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument possible by the tireless work of countless ad- Following the war, Captain Williams contin- serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities vocates like Assemblyman Dodd. Their com- ued his service as a Navy test pilot, logging Act and the power of the Executive to protect mitment to engaging friends, colleagues, local more than 6,000 hours flying time, which in- these lands in the face of inaction by Con- residents, businesses, stakeholders across the cludes 5,700 hours in jets and 745 carrier gress. After extensive input from interested country, and policymakers in a coordinated ef- landings. parties and substantial evidence of this re- fort to achieve permanent protection was crit- In 1978, Captain Williams was selected by gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- ical to the establishment of the Monument. NASA and one year later became an astro- ored the support of stakeholders, and the Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- naut qualified for assignment as a pilot on fu- gravity of conservation. ment may be counted among the hundreds of ture Space shuttle flights.

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After extensive input from interested Atlantis, Captain Williams and his crew suc- parties and substantial evidence of this re- PERSONAL EXPLANATION cessfully deployed the Galileo spacecraft, gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- starting its journey to explore Jupiter. ored the support of stakeholders, and the HON. TODD C. YOUNG During his time with NASA, Captain Wil- gravity of conservation. liams was awarded the NASA Outstanding The legacy of public lands is one of the OF INDIANA Leadership Medal, NASA Space Flight Medal, most important we can leave for future gen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain and NASA Exceptional Service Medal. In total Tuesday, March 22, 2016 he logged more than 287 hours in space and Monument is a critical piece of a preservation orbited Earth 188 times. system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, on I do not make such statements lightly, Mr. lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- Monday, March 21st, 2016, I was unable to Speaker, but Captain Donald Williams was the lege working with Mayor Aguilar-Curry to fur- vote. Had I been present, I would have voted epitome of an American hero. He served our ther our mutual goal of preserving our nation’s YES on roll call no. 130. country during war and peace and on behalf great open spaces, and we look forward to of a grateful nation, I thank him. collaborating in the future. f f f HONORING NAPA COUNTY OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL TRIBUTE TO STAFF SGT. LOUIS F. SUPERVISOR DIANE DILLON DEBT ‘‘LOUIE’’ CARDIN HON. MIKE COFFMAN HON. KEN CALVERT HON. MIKE THOMPSON OF CALIFORNIA OF COLORADO OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- pay tribute to a hero from my congressional I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and fice, the national debt was district, United States Marine Corps Staff Ser- Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize $10,626,877,048,913.08. geant Louis F. ‘‘Louie’’ Cardin. Today we ask and honor Supervisor Dillon for her great con- Today, it is $19,202,994,410,080.31. We’ve that the House of Representatives honor and tribution to the designation of the Berryessa added $8,576,117,361,167.23 to our debt in 6 remember this incredible young man who died Snow Mountain Monument by President years. This is over $7.5 trillion in debt our na- in service to our country. Barack Obama on July 10, 2015. tion, our economy, and our children could SSG Cardin was from Temecula, California, This outstanding accomplishment was made have avoided with a balanced budget amend- where he graduated from Chaparral High possible by the tireless work of countless ad- ment. School. He was the second youngest of seven vocates like Supervisor Dillon. Their commit- f siblings, siblings whom he looked up to and ment to engaging friends, colleagues, local followed including following one brother into residents, businesses, stakeholders across the HONORING CITY OF WINTERS military service. Staff Sergeant Cardin is re- MAYOR CECILIA AGUILAR-CURRY country, and policymakers in a coordinated ef- membered fondly by family and friends, who fort to achieve permanent protection was crit- knew him for his humor and love of family and ical to the establishment of the Monument. HON. MIKE THOMPSON life. He is survived by this parents and siblings. Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- OF CALIFORNIA ment may be counted among the hundreds of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SSG Cardin was assigned to the 2nd Bat- talion, 6th Marine Regiment, 26th Marine Ex- pristine parks across the country that rep- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 peditionary Unit, Camp Lejeune, North Caro- resent America’s most treasured public re- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, lina. He was killed in action in Makhmur, Iraq sources. The region’s unique geological for- I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and on March 19, 2016. Staff Sergeant Cardin was mations will play host for the world’s scientists Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize 27 years old. He had an illustrious military ca- for years to come. Centuries-old archeological and honor Mayor Aguilar-Curry for her great reer where he was awarded the Presidential sites will draw curious historians and research- contribution to the designation of the Unit Citation, three Afghanistan Campaign ers as they piece together the stories of gen- Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument by medals, an Iraq Campaign Medal, and three erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- President Barack Obama on July 10, 2015. Sea Service Deployment ribbons. ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to This outstanding accomplishment was made As we look at the incredibly rich military his- enjoy this landmark that is now forever open possible by the tireless work of countless ad- tory of our country we realize that this history and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from vocates like Mayor Aguilar-Curry. Their com- is comprised of men, just like Staff Sergeant Northern California and beyond. mitment to engaging friends, colleagues, local Cardin, who bravely fought for the ideals of The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument residents, businesses, stakeholders across the freedom and democracy. Each story is unique serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities country, and policymakers in a coordinated ef- and humbling for those of us who, far from the Act and the power of the Executive to protect fort to achieve permanent protection was crit- dangers they have faced, live our lives in rel- these lands in the face of inaction by Con- ical to the establishment of the Monument. ative comfort and ease. The day the Cardin gress. After extensive input from interested Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- family learned of their son and brother’s death parties and substantial evidence of this re- ment may be counted among the hundreds of was probably the hardest day they have ever gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- pristine parks across the country that rep- faced and our thoughts, prayers and deepest ored the support of stakeholders, and the resent America’s most treasured public re- gratitude for Staff Sergeant Cardin’s sacrifice gravity of conservation. sources. The region’s unique geological for- go out to them. There are no words or actions The legacy of public lands is one of the mations will play host for the world’s scientists that can ease their grief. What words we can most important we can leave for future gen- for years to come. Centuries-old archeological offer only begin to convey our deep respect erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain sites will draw curious historians and research- and highest appreciation for the sacrifice Staff Monument is a critical piece of a preservation ers as they piece together the stories of gen- Sergeant Cardin made for our great nation. system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- His sacrifice is forever etched in the history of lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to freedom triumphing over oppression. lege working with Supervisor Dillon to further enjoy this landmark that is now forever open Staff Sergeant Cardin’s family has given a our mutual goal of preserving our nation’s and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from part of themselves in the loss of their loved great open spaces, and we look forward to Northern California and beyond. one and we hope they know that the good- collaborating in the future.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:06 Mar 23, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MR8.009 E22MRPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS March 22, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E361 HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVER- tonio Commission, including president AHMADIYYA-INDONESIA SARY OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF Vonzetta Hickman, president-elect Erwin NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS DeLuna, senior vice president Bill Mitchell, HON. TED POE vice president Byron LeFlore, Jr., vice presi- OF TEXAS HON. BILL FOSTER dent Virginia Van Cleave, treasurer Marcie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ince, secretary Joe Ramirez, presidential ap- OF ILLINOIS Tuesday, March 22, 2016 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pointee Marsha Hendler, immediate past president Fernando Reyes, and executive di- Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the men Tuesday, March 22, 2016 rector Amy Shaw. and women of the Ahmadiyya Muslim commu- Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in nity are peaceful followers of Islam. Ahmadis Fiesta San Antonio brings together people honor of the 75th anniversary of the Rotary around the world work tirelessly to counter vio- from all walks of life to join in a spirited cele- Club of Naperville, which was founded on lent extremist propaganda and defend their re- bration of the city’s rich history, culture, and March 31, 1941. The Rotary Club of Naperville ligion against terrorists. But for years they traditions. In appreciation of all they have is a chartered member of Rotary International, have suffered systematic oppression, ruthless done, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues join which boasts an impressive membership of attacks, and false imprisonment. me in thanking them for their efforts. 1.2 million neighbors, friends, and community Since 2008, the Ahmadiyya community has leaders who come together to create positive, been the subject of deadly attacks from mili- lasting change in our communities and around f tant Islamists in Indonesia simply because the world. they have different beliefs. Following a Presi- HONORING DAN SMUTTS Since its inception, the Rotary Club of dential decree ordering the Ahmadiyya com- Naperville has been a major supporter of char- munity to ‘‘stop spreading interpretations and itable and community causes, and has contrib- activities that deviate from the principal teach- uted over $1 million to deserving programs HON. MIKE THOMPSON ings of Islam,’’ Ahmadis in Indonesia have that serve those in need throughout our com- OF CALIFORNIA faced escalating threats of violence. munity. Moreover, its members have devoted In the most recent attack on Bangka Island, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES immeasurable hours in volunteer and humani- top elected officials told the Ahmadiyya com- tarian service, not only in our community but Tuesday, March 22, 2016 munity that they must convert to Sunni Islam across the globe. The Rotary Club of or be forcibly removed from the island. This Naperville and its members truly live the Ro- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, campaign of intolerance was compounded by tary motto, ‘‘Service Above Self.’’ I along with Representative GARAMENDI and letters warning that Bangka residents ‘‘won’t Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Representative HUFFMAN rise to recognize and want to be held accountable if ugly things hap- in commemorating the 75th anniversary of the honor Dan Smutts for his great contribution to pen’’ should the Ahmadiyya refuse to leave. Rotary Club of Naperville and in commending the designation of the Berryessa Snow Moun- The government followed through on these ex- it as it continues its long tradition of fellowship tain Monument by President Barack Obama pulsions and on February 5th eleven Ahmadis and service. on July 10, 2015. were forced to leave their families and homes. f This outstanding accomplishment was made Nine other victims remained behind and are possible by the tireless work of countless ad- currently living at the Ahmadiyya Secretariat RECOGNIZING FIESTA’S 125TH Office, unable to return to their homes out of ANNIVERSARY vocates like Mr. Smutts. Their commitment to engaging friends, colleagues, local residents, fear. businesses, stakeholders across the country, The rights of all Indonesian citizens, regard- HON. LAMAR SMITH and policymakers in a coordinated effort to less of their religious beliefs, should be pro- OF TEXAS achieve permanent protection was critical to tected. The right to worship is not a right IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the establishment of the Monument. granted by man but by our Creator. And that’s Tuesday, March 22, 2016 just the way it is. Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- f Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today, I ment may be counted among the hundreds of want to recognize the more than 75,000 indi- pristine parks across the country that rep- IN HONOR OF THE HOUSING AU- viduals who donate their time and talents to resent America’s most treasured public re- THORITY OF THE COUNTY OF organizing Fiesta San Antonio. Fiesta San An- sources. The region’s unique geological for- MONTEREY tonio started in 1891 as a one-parade event, mations will play host for the world’s scientists and it has evolved into one of the nation’s pre- for years to come. Centuries-old archeological HON. SAM FARR mier festivals with an economic impact of sites will draw curious historians and research- OF CALIFORNIA more than $284 million dollars for the Alamo ers as they piece together the stories of gen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES City. The 125th anniversary of Fiesta will take erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 place this year in a 10-day celebration from ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to April 14 through 24; the festival commemo- enjoy this landmark that is now forever open Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rates the Battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from honor of the Housing Authority of the County and the birth of multiethnic heritage of the Northern California and beyond. of Monterey’s celebration of 75 years of serv- Alamo City. The area non-profit organizations ice in the 20th Congressional District of Cali- The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument that stage more than 100 Fiesta events held fornia. I have long argued that the biggest serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities throughout the city include churches, schools, issue facing the economic future of my Central Act and the power of the Executive to protect arts groups, health organizations, athletic as- California region is affordable workforce hous- these lands in the face of inaction by Con- sociations, and many others; local units of the ing. The Housing Authority of the County of United States Army, Navy, Air Force, and Ma- gress. After extensive input from interested Monterey was created on March 17, 1941. Its rines offer their support to many of these gath- parties and substantial evidence of this re- original purpose was to provide low-income erings while also presenting events of their gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- rentals in the County of Monterey as an inde- own. ored the support of stakeholders, and the pendent public agency. However, in the last Fiesta San Antonio has become a popular gravity of conservation. 75 years, the Housing Authority has gone well attraction for visitors from far and wide, and The legacy of public lands is one of the beyond its original design. more than three million party-goers enjoy Fi- most important we can leave for future gen- The Housing Authority has proven to be an esta San Antonio from across the state, nation erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain invaluable asset in times of both war and and world each year. Fiesta is the Party With Monument is a critical piece of a preservation peace. At the close of World War II, the Hous- A Purpose as the funds raised by official Fi- system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- ing Authority’s performance was exemplary in esta events provide services to San Antonio lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- locating emergency housing for returning vet- citizens throughout the year. An undertaking of lege working with Mr. Smutts to further our erans and their families and they have contin- this magnitude depends on the efforts of many mutual goal of preserving our nation’s great ued to show this support for Monterey County volunteers. Deserving of special recognition open spaces, and we look forward to collabo- for over seven decades. Throughout the are the officers and staff of the Fiesta San An- rating in the future. years, the Housing Authority has expanded its

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In addition, the Hous- Northern California and beyond. high schoolers with an annual prize being a ing Authority provides property management The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument two-week build of a Glasair Sportsman air- services and tax-exempt bond financing for serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities plane. This June marks the third year Mr. Van housing construction to its related non-profits. Act and the power of the Executive to protect Tine will join students to assemble an aircraft The Housing Authority is contributing to the these lands in the face of inaction by Con- in the GAMA/Build A Plane Aviation Design reduction of homelessness in the County of gress. After extensive input from interested Challenge. He also chairs the Jeppesen Avia- Monterey through its collaboration with other parties and substantial evidence of this re- tion Foundation, which honors the legacy of local non-profits and governmental jurisdic- gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen by supporting edu- tions. The Housing Authority has provided ored the support of stakeholders, and the cational institutions, organizations, and stu- transitional and permanent supportive housing gravity of conservation. dents in the aviation community. In addition, to local residents who have found themselves The legacy of public lands is one of the he helps to teach character, leadership, and homeless. most important we can leave for future gen- life skills to urban youth as a Board member The Housing Authority provides permanent erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain with Colorado UPLIFT, a non-profit youth serv- and migrant housing for low-income farm- Monument is a critical piece of a preservation ice organization. workers who support the agricultural economy system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- I congratulate Mark Van Tine on his many of the County of Monterey. The Housing Au- lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- accomplishments and years of outstanding thority also provides housing for low-income lege working with Mr. Keller to further our mu- service to the aviation community on this mile- persons with disabilities and senior citizens. tual goal of preserving our nation’s great open stone occasion. He is truly an asset to the As the population of seniors and the disabled spaces, and we look forward to collaborating people of Colorado and to those millions of grow in the County, the Housing Authority has in the future. passengers around the globe who are safe in risen to the challenge of housing these popu- f the skies and at sea each year through the lations of citizens. use of his navigation services. HONORING MARK VAN TINE Finally, the cost of rental housing has grown f substantially in the last years, the need for affordable housing has also burgeoned. In part- HON. SAM GRAVES CONDEMNING THE 22-YEAR SEN- TENCE ISSUED AGAINST NADIYA nership with its affiliated nonprofit develop- OF MISSOURI SAVCHENKO ment corporation, the Housing Authority has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rehabilitated its housing units to insure that Tuesday, March 22, 2016 they remain an affordable housing option for HON. SANDER M. LEVIN generations to come. The Housing Develop- Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I OF MICHIGAN ment Corporation has assisted other housing rise today to recognize Mark Van Tine, Vice IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES authorities in the redevelopment of their obso- President of Digital Aviation for The Boeing Tuesday, March 22, 2016 lete housing units and has led the way in Company and Chief Executive Officer of Jeppesen, who is retiring after 35 years with Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I condemn the ver- reuse of property. dict and 22-year sentence issued today Mr. Speaker, I know that I speak for the the company. Mr. Van Tine is a true champion of the aviation industry and an inspiration to against Nadiya Savchenko by Russian authori- whole House in recognizing the achievements ties. The verdict shows disregard for the rule of the Housing Authority of the County of Mon- young people considering an aviation career. Since 1981, Mr. Van Tine has held numer- of law and is completely unjust. I once again terey. The Housing Authority has made end- call on Russian authorities to release her im- less contributions to Monterey County for the ous positions at Jeppesen, including serving as its Chief Information Officer, before being mediately. services it has provided for the residents of Throughout Savchenko’s detention and trial, the 20th Congressional District of California. named CEO in 2002. In 2012, he added responsibilities as the leader of Boeing’s new I have been deeply troubled by the serious f Digital Aviation organization. In recent years, violations in due process. Since her capture HONORING MATT KELLER Mr. Van Tine took on the tremendous chal- and imprisonment in July 2014 on trumped-up lenge of overseeing Jeppesen’s digital trans- charges, her trial and hearing dates were re- HON. MIKE THOMPSON formation, moving the entire global aviation in- peatedly delayed, and her trial venue were dustry to electronic charts. This process removed to a remote region in Russia, difficult OF CALIFORNIA for observers to reach. Savchenko also en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duced from 2.5 billion sheets of navigational paper for the worldwide aviation and maritime dured interrogations, solitary confinement, and Tuesday, March 22, 2016 industries annually to around 475 million forced psychiatric evaluations. Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, sheets annually today. He leads more than Since her capture, Savchenko has come to represent the spirit of an independent Ukraine, I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and 3,800 employees at Jeppesen, headquartered free from interference and eager to embrace Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize in Englewood, Colorado, who serve four key and honor Matt Keller for his great contribution customer markets—general, business, military, the will of its own people. I join the people of to the designation of the Berryessa Snow and commercial aviation—of which there are Ukraine in expressing my deep concern for Mountain Monument by President Barack more than 100,000 customers. In his role with her well being, and in protesting her verdict Obama on July 10, 2015. The Boeing Company, Mr. Van Tine oversees and sentence. I continue to call on Russian authorities to This outstanding accomplishment was made more than 4,400 employees in developing and release Nadiya Savchenko immediately. possible by the tireless work of countless ad- delivering cutting-edge information solutions. vocates like Mr. Keller. Their commitment to Mr. Van Tine is also an active contributor to f engaging friends, colleagues, local residents, the general aviation community. He sits on the HONORING BOB SCHNEIDER businesses, stakeholders across the country, boards of the General Aviation Manufacturers and policymakers in a coordinated effort to Association (GAMA) and the Experimental Air- HON. MIKE THOMPSON achieve permanent protection was critical to craft Association (EAA). In 2009 he served as OF CALIFORNIA the establishment of the Monument. GAMA’s Chairman and has since chaired the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- association’s Security Issues Committee for ment may be counted among the hundreds of five years. In this capacity, he skillfully testified Tuesday, March 22, 2016 pristine parks across the country that rep- before the House Homeland Security Commit- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, resent America’s most treasured public re- tee’s Transportation Security Subcommittee in I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and sources. The region’s unique geological for- 2011, offering the general aviation industry’s Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize mations will play host for the world’s scientists perspectives on reauthorization of the Trans- and honor Bob Schneider for his great con- for years to come. Centuries-old archeological portation Security Administration. tribution to the designation of the Berryessa sites will draw curious historians and research- His greatest passion, however, is instilling a Snow Mountain Monument by President ers as they piece together the stories of gen- love of aviation in young people and encour- Barack Obama on July 10, 2015.

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This outstanding accomplishment was made Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize this morning in the barbaric attacks per- possible by the tireless work of countless ad- and honor Mr. Gonza´lez for his great contribu- petrated by terrorists in Brussels, Belgium. vocates like Mr. Schneider. Their commitment tion to the designation of the Berryessa Snow Our hearts and prayers are with the families to engaging friends, colleagues, local resi- Mountain Monument by President Barack and loved ones of the victims and our thanks dents, businesses, stakeholders across the Obama on July 10, 2015. and appreciation go to the first responders country, and policymakers in a coordinated ef- This outstanding accomplishment was made who selflessly came to the aid of their fellow fort to achieve permanent protection was crit- possible by the tireless work of countless ad- members of the human family. ical to the establishment of the Monument. vocates like Mr Gonza´lez. Their commitment Brussels will emerge from today’s attacks Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- to engaging friends, colleagues, local resi- stronger than ever and more firmly committed ment may be counted among the hundreds of dents, businesses, stakeholders across the to the values and principles that have made it pristine parks across the country that rep- country, and policymakers in a coordinated ef- so great. resent America’s most treasured public re- fort to achieve permanent protection was crit- And as Brussels recovers and responds, I source. The region’s unique geological forma- ical to the establishment of the Monument. hope its people take comfort in the certain tions will play host for the world’s scientists for Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- knowledge that the people of the United years to come. Centuries-old archeological ment may be counted among the hundreds of States stand in solidarity with them. Today’s attacks are a reminder of the com- sites will draw curious historians and research- pristine parks across the country that rep- mon danger the free, democratic, and peace ers as they piece together the stories of gen- resent America’s most treasured public re- loving nations of the world face from those erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- sources. The region’s unique geological for- who reject the norms of civilized society and ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to mations will play host for the world’s scientists abuse the liberties and freedoms afforded enjoy this landmark that is now forever open for years to come. Centuries-old archeological them by free societies. and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from sites will draw curious historians and research- Those responsible for today’s crime against Northern California and beyond. ers as they piece together the stories of gen- humanity should make no mistake; they will be The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- held to account in this life and the next. serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to But today our thoughts and prayers are with Act and the power of the Executive to protect enjoy this landmark that is now forever open the people of Brussels, which represents ev- these lands in the face of inaction by Con- and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from erything terrorists despise: a symbol of the gress. After extensive input from interested Northern California and beyond. modern world where persons of differing parties and substantial evidence of this re- The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument faiths, creeds, races, and cultures live together gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities in peace, harmony, and freedom. ored the support of stakeholders, and the Act and the power of the Executive to protect That symbol is recognizable to Americans gravity of conservation. these lands in the face of inaction by Con- because it also represents the American heart The legacy of public lands is one of the gress. After extensive input from interested and spirit. most important we can leave for future gen- parties and substantial evidence of this re- The terrorist attacks in Brussels were hor- erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- rific acts on innocent civilians perpetrated by Monument is a critical piece of a preservation ored the support of stakeholders, and the depraved individuals who misuse the peaceful system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- gravity of conservation. religion of Islam for their own misguided pur- lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- The legacy of public lands is one of the poses. lege working with Mr. Schneider to further our most important we can leave for future gen- Their horrible and heinous acts are their re- mutual goal of preserving our nation’s great erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain sponsibility, and theirs alone, and for which open spaces, and we look forward to collabo- Monument is a critical piece of a preservation they can be assured that they alone will be rating in the future. system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- held accountable. f lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- But that will come another day; today I ask lege working with Mr. Gonza´lez to further our a moment of silence for the victims killed and PERSONAL EXPLANATION mutual goal of preserving our nation’s great injured in the terrorist attacks in Brussels. open spaces, and we look forward to collabo- f HON. EARL BLUMENAUER rating in the future. HONORING PAUL SPITLER OF OREGON f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. MIKE THOMPSON Tuesday, March 22, 2016 OF CALIFORNIA Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, had I HON. TAMMY DUCKWORTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been present for the vote on H.R. 4314, the OF ILLINOIS Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Counterterrorism Screening and Assistance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Act of 2016, as amended (Roll Call No. 130), Tuesday, March 22, 2016 I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize The bill would require the State Department Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. Speaker, on March and honor Paul Spitler for his great contribu- and other federal agencies to develop a plan 21, 2016, on Roll Call No. 130 on the Motion tion to the designation of the Berryessa Snow that boosts the ability of U.S. allies to block to Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. 4314, Mountain Monument by President Barack international travel of terrorists and foreign Counterterrorism Screening and Assistance Obama on July 10, 2015. fighters and to accelerate the transfer to part- Act of 2016, as amended, I am not recorded. This outstanding accomplishment was made ner nations of certain U.S. systems that help Had I been present, I would have voted YEA possible by the tireless work of countless ad- identify terrorists and other high-risk individ- on H.R. 4314. vocates like Mr. Spitler. Their commitment to uals. It also would establish minimum inter- f engaging friends, colleagues, local residents, national border security standards and allows businesses, stakeholders across the country, the suspension of U.S. foreign aid to nations EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES TO and policymakers in a coordinated effort to that fail to make significant efforts to comply THE VICTIMS OF THE TER- achieve permanent protection was critical to with those minimum standards. RORIST ATTACKS IN BRUSSELS the establishment of the Monument. AND SOLIDARITY WITH THE PEO- f Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- PLE OF BELGIUM ment may be counted among the hundreds of ´ ´ HONORING JOSE GONZALEZ pristine parks across the country that rep- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE resent America’s most treasured public re- HON. MIKE THOMPSON OF TEXAS sources. The region’s unique geological for- OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mations will play host for the world’s scientists IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for years to come. Centuries-old archeological Tuesday, March 22, 2016 sites will draw curious historians and research- Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ers as they piece together the stories of gen- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, remember the innocent victims who lost their erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and lives, and those who were seriously injured, ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to

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States to adopt a centralized electronic system to APPROPRIATIONS—DEPARTMENT OF help expedite the placement of children in foster care EDUCATION or guardianship, or for adoption, across State lines, Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Labor, and to provide grants to aid States in developing Health and Human Services, and Education held a such a system; and Pages H1524–28 budget hearing on the Department of Education. Women Airforce Service Pilot Arlington Testimony was heard from John King, Secretary, De- Inurnment Restoration Act: H.R. 4336, amended, partment of Education. to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide APPROPRIATIONS—SECURITIES AND for the burial of the cremated remains of persons EXCHANGE COMMISSION who served as Women’s Air Forces Service Pilots in 2 Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Finan- Arlington National Cemetery, by a ⁄3 yea-and-nay cial Services and General Government held a budget vote of 385 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. hearing on the Securities and Exchange Commission. 135. Pages H1528–31, H1534–35 Testimony was heard from Mary Jo White, Chair, Agreed to amend the title so as to read: ‘‘To Securities and Exchange Commission. amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the burial in Arlington National Cemetery of the APPROPRIATIONS—NATIONAL GUARD cremated remains of certain persons whose service AND RESERVE has been determined to be active service.’’. Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Defense Page H1535 held a budget hearing on the National Guard and Meeting Hour: Agreed by unanimous consent that Reserve. Testimony was heard from General Frank J. when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet Grass, Chief, National Guard Bureau; Major General Timothy Kadavy, Director, Army National Guard; at 9 a.m. tomorrow, March 23. Page H1535 Major General Brian Neal, Acting Director, Air Na- Quorum Calls—Votes: Four yea-and-nay votes and tional Guard; and Lieutenant General Jeffrey W. one recorded vote developed during the proceedings Talley, Chief, Army Reserve. of today and appear on pages H1532, H1532–33, H1533, H1534, and H1534–35. There were no APPROPRIATIONS—DRUG ENFORCEMENT quorum calls. ADMINISTRATION Adjournment: The House met at 10 a.m. and ad- Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Com- journed at 5:58 p.m. merce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies held a budget hearing on the Drug Enforcement Adminis- tration. Testimony was heard from Chuck Rosen- Committee Meetings berg, Acting Administrator, Drug Enforcement Ad- ministration. APPROPRIATIONS—ENVIRONMENTAL THE FISCAL YEAR 2017 NATIONAL PROTECTION AGENCY DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BUDGET Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Inte- REQUEST FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF rior, Environment, and Related Agencies held a DEFENSE budget hearing on the Environmental Protection Committee on Armed Services: Full Committee held a Agency. Testimony was heard from Gina McCarthy, hearing entitled ‘‘The Fiscal Year 2017 National De- Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency; fense Authorization Budget Request from the De- and David Bloom, Acting Chief Financial Officer, partment of Defense’’. Testimony was heard from Environmental Protection Agency. Ashton B. Carter, Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense; General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, APPROPRIATIONS—DEFENSE HEALTH Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; and Mike McCord, PROGRAM Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) and Chief Financial Officer, Department of Defense. Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Defense held a budget hearing on the Defense Health Pro- LOGISTICS AND SEALIFT FORCE gram. Testimony was heard from Vice Admiral REQUIREMENTS Raquel C. Bono, Director, Defense Health Agency; Committee on Armed Services: Subcommittee on Lieutenant General Nadja West, Surgeon General, Seapower and Projection Forces held a hearing enti- U.S. Army; Vice Admiral Clinton F. Faison, III, Sur- tled ‘‘Logistics and Sealift Force Requirements’’. Tes- geon General, U.S. Navy; and Lieutenant General timony was heard from Lieutenant General Stephen Mark A. Ediger, Surgeon General, U.S. Air Force. Lyons, USA, Deputy Commander, Transportation

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THE ROLE OF CYBER INSURANCE IN RISK ‘‘Examining the Missions and Impacts of the Presi- MANAGEMENT dent’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2017 Budgets of the Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on Cy- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National Ocean bersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Security and Atmospheric Administration, the Bureau of Rec- Technologies held a hearing entitled ‘‘The Role of lamation and the Power Marketing Administra- Cyber Insurance in Risk Management’’. Testimony tions’’. Testimony was heard from Jim Kurth, Dep- was heard from Adam W. Hamm, Commissioner, uty Director, Fish and Wildlife Service; Estevan North Dakota Insurance Commissioner; and public Lo´pez, Commissioner, Bureau of Reclamation; Mark witnesses. Gabriel, Administrator, Western Area Power Ad- MISCELLANEOUS MEASURES ministration, Colorado; Claudia Andrews, Chief Op- erating Officer, Bonneville Power Administration, Committee on the Judiciary: Full Committee held a Oregon; and Eileen Sobeck, Assistant Administrator, markup on H.R. 4771, the ‘‘Help Efficient, Acces- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. sible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2016’’; and H.R. 4676, the ‘‘Preventing Crimes AMERICA’S HEROIN AND OPIOID ABUSE Against Veterans Act of 2016’’. H.R. 4676 and EPIDEMIC H.R. 4771 were considered. Neither were reported out of committee. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Full EXAMINING THE SPENDING PRIORITIES Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘America’s Her- AND MISSIONS OF THE FOREST SERVICE IN oin and Opioid Abuse Epidemic’’. Testimony was THE PRESIDENT’S FISCAL YEAR 2017 heard from Michael Botticelli, Director, Office of BUDGET PROPOSAL National Drug Control Policy; Lou Milione, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Diversion Control, Drug Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on Fed- Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice; eral Lands held a hearing entitled ‘‘Examining the Kana Enomoto, Acting Administrator, Substance Spending Priorities and Missions of the Forest Serv- Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, ice in the President’s Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Pro- Department of Health Services; Leana S. Wen, M.D., posal’’. Testimony was heard from Thomas Tidwell, Chief, U.S. Forest Service. Health Commissioner, Baltimore City Health De- partment; and Teresa Jacobs, Mayor of Orange THE PRESIDENT’S FISCAL YEAR 2017 County, Florida. FUNDING PRIORITIES AND IMPACTS ON INDIAN COUNTRY AND INSULAR AREAS OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on In- ADVANCING HEALTH INFORMATION dian, Insular and Alaska Native Affairs held a hear- TECHNOLOGY ing entitled ‘‘The President’s Fiscal Year 2017 Fund- Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Sub- ing Priorities and Impacts on Indian Country and committee on Information Technology; and Sub- Insular Areas’’. Testimony was heard from Lawrence Roberts, Acting Assistant Secretary, Indian Affairs, committee on Health Care, Benefits and Administra- Department of the Interior; Esther Kia’aina, Assist- tive Rules, held a joint hearing entitled ‘‘Opportuni- ant Secretary, Insular Areas, Department of the Inte- ties and Challenges in Advancing Health Informa- rior; Vincent G. Logan, Special Trustee, Office of the tion Technology’’. Testimony was heard from Karen Special Trustee for American Indians, Department of DeSalvo, M.D., National Coordinator for Health In- the Interior; and Mary Smith, Principal Deputy Di- formation Technology, Department of Health and rector, Indian Health Service, Department of Health Human Services; Jessica Rich, Director, Bureau of and Human Services. Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission; and public witnesses. EXAMINING THE MISSIONS AND IMPACTS OF THE PRESIDENT’S PROPOSED FISCAL AN OVERVIEW OF THE BUDGET YEAR 2017 BUDGETS OF THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, THE NATIONAL PROPOSAL FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF OCEAN AND ATMOSPHERIC ENERGY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017 ADMINISTRATION, THE BUREAU OF Committee on Science, Space, and Technology: Full Com- RECLAMATION AND THE POWER mittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘An Overview of the MARKETING ADMINISTRATIONS Budget Proposal for the Department of Energy for Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on Fiscal Year 2017’’. Testimony was heard from Ernest Water, Power and Oceans held a hearing entitled Moniz, Secretary, Department of Energy.

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Subcommittee on National Security; and Subcommittee Committee on Small Business, Full Committee, markup on on Government Operations, hearing entitled ‘‘National H.R. 4783, the ‘‘Commercializing on Small Business In- Security: Threats at Our Borders’’, 9 a.m., 2154 Rayburn. novation Act of 2016’’; and H.R. 207, the ‘‘Small Busi- Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Subcommittee ness Development Centers Improvement Act of 2015’’, on Environment, hearing entitled ‘‘Examining EPA’s Re- 9:30 a.m., 2360 Rayburn. gional Haze Program: Regulations Without Visible Bene- fits’’, 9:30 a.m., 2318 Rayburn.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 11 a.m., Thursday, March 24 9 a.m., Wednesday, March 23

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Thursday: Senate will meet in a pro forma Program for Wednesday: Consideration of H.R. session. 2745—Standard Merger and Acquisition Reviews Through Equal Rules Act.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Duckworth, Tammy, Ill., E363 Meehan, Patrick, Pa., E355 Farr, Sam, Calif., E361 Poe, Ted, Tex., E361 Adams, Alma S., N.C., E355 Foster, Bill, Ill., E361 Rothfus, Keith J., Pa., E356 Blumenauer, Earl, Ore., E363 Graves, Sam, Mo., E362 Sewell, Terri A., Ala., E356 Calvert, Ken, Calif., E360 Guinta, Frank C., N.H., E357 Slaughter, Louise McIntosh, N.Y., E357 Cartwright, Matt, Pa., E358 Heck, Joseph J., Nev., E359 Clarke, Yvette D., N.Y., E357 Jackson Lee, Sheila, Tex., E363 Smith, Lamar, Tex., E361 Clay, Wm. Lacy, Mo., E357 Johnson, Eddie Bernice, Tex., E358 Thompson, Mike, Calif., E358, E359, E359, E360, E360, Coffman, Mike, Colo., E360 Levin, Sander M., Mich., E362 E361, E362, E362, E363, E363 Comstock, Barbara, Va., E358 Marino, Tom, Pa., E356 Walden, Greg, Ore., E356 Costello, Ryan A., Pa., E355 McClintock, Tom, Calif., E355 Wilson, Joe, S.C., E359 Dent, Charles W., Pa., E359 Meadows, Mark, N.C., E355 Young, Todd C., Ind., E360

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