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Vol. 161 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2015 No. 146 House of Representatives The House met at noon and was 2015, more than any other country in It is on all of us to do better than called to order by the Speaker pro tem- the world. So far this year, we have thoughts and prayers. It is long past pore (Mr. SMITH of Nebraska). mourned nine parishioners who were time to take actions to reduce the f killed during Bible study at their threat of gun violence and to do all we church in Charleston, South Carolina; can to protect our constituents from DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO two women who were killed and nine the ravages of this epidemic. TEMPORE others who were injured at a movie Earlier this year I introduced a pack- The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- theater in Lafayette, Louisiana; and a age of three bills to get to the core of fore the House the following commu- local television reporter and her cam- our country’s problem with gun vio- nication from the Speaker: eraman who died covering a story out- lence by focusing on keeping guns from side Lynchburg, Virginia. children, criminals, and those who are WASHINGTON, DC, severely mentally ill such that posses- October 6, 2015. But there were thousands of other I hereby appoint the Honorable ADRIAN victims of gun violence. Their deaths sion of a firearm would pose a threat to SMITH to act as Speaker pro tempore on this have garnered less media attention, themselves or others. day. but they too deserve to have their sto- The End Purchase of Firearms by JOHN A. BOEHNER, ries told. Dangerous Individuals Act, H.R. 2917, Speaker of the House of Representatives. In the United States this year, more requires that States provide informa- f than 10,000 people have died and more tion to the National Instant Criminal than 20,000 have been injured during an Background Check System on individ- MORNING-HOUR DEBATE uals who are committed to a mental in- incident that involved a gun. Each day stitution or make a threat of violence The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- an average of 92 Americans are killed to a mental health professional that ant to the order of the House of Janu- in an incident involving a gun. demonstrates that this individual ary 6, 2015, the Chair will now recog- Yesterday the victims included the would present a danger to himself or nize Members from lists submitted by supervisor of a food market in Houston others if armed with a gun. the majority and minority leaders for who was killed by a disgruntled em- morning-hour debate. The Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act, ployee; a 21-year-old father of two in H.R. 2916, ends the practice by which The Chair will alternate recognition Louisville; and a 23-year-old man and between the parties, with each party Federally licensed gun dealers who lose an 18-year-old woman who were killed their licenses for misconduct can con- limited to 1 hour and each Member outside New Orleans during a drive-by other than the majority and minority vert their entire inventory to a ‘‘per- shooting. Altogether, nearly 1.5 million sonal collection’’ in order to liquidate leaders and the minority whip limited Americans have lost their lives to gun to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- it without conducting background violence since the year 1970. checks on their customers. Under the bate continue beyond 1:50 p.m. Mr. Speaker, I have no doubt that law, such dealers could transfer their f every one of my colleagues in this inventory only to other properly li- Chamber has spent much of the last GUN VIOLENCE censed Federal gun dealers. few days thinking about and praying I also introduced a resolution, H. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The for the victims in Oregon and their Con. Res. 59, to support the goals of Na- Chair recognizes the gentleman from families. I know I have. tional ASK Day, which falls on June 21 Rhode Island (Mr. CICILLINE) for 5 min- But to put it bluntly, our thoughts each year. National ASK Day encour- utes. and prayers aren’t good enough, not for ages parents to ask other parents Mr. CICILLINE. Mr. Speaker, last those who have already been killed and whether their children are playing in a Thursday, on the campus of Umpqua not for the 92 Americans who are going house with an unlocked gun. Community College in Roseburg, Or- to lose their lives today, tomorrow, In the United States, 1.7 million chil- egon, nine innocent men and women and every day until we do something. dren are in homes with loaded, un- lost their lives. They were killed, as so Thoughts and prayers won’t bring locked guns. This initiative is sup- many have been this year in commu- back the innocent men, women, and ported by Head Start, the American nities across our country, because a children who have been killed or heal Public Health Association, and the person with evil in their heart was able the families that have been torn apart. American Academy of Pediatrics. to get his hands on a gun. Thoughts and prayers are no excuse for In addition to these measures that I This horrific event was the 294th inaction and cowardice in the face of have introduced, I have also co-spon- mass shooting that we have seen in powerful special interests. sored the Large Capacity Ammunition

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Ito 2380 and H.R. 3411, which fix our broken be reckoned with, not to be trampled spent his deployment in Europe, start- background check system. on. ing in 1944 until the war ended, taking Any of these bills would immediately f pictures of his surroundings. improve public safety in this country, From playing chess during downtime CELEBRATING THE LIVES OF BEN a country that sees its citizens die at to posing with the Colosseum during KUROKI AND SUSUMU ‘‘SUS’’ ITO the hands of a loaded gun 297 times their trek into Rome, he spent the war more than in Japan, 49 times more The SPEAKER pro tempore. The revealing the daily lives of this little than in France, and 33 times more than Chair recognizes the gentleman from known mostly Japanese American in Israel. Hawaii (Mr. TAKAI) for 5 minutes. unit. Any one of these rational, common- Mr. TAKAI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today However, many of Ito’s pictures also sense proposals would immediately to celebrate the lives of two trail- accurately depicted the brazenness of make life safer for men, women, and blazers for the Asian American commu- war. The 442nd was one of the first bat- children in cities and towns across nity, Ben Kuroki and Susumu ‘‘Sus’’ talions to reach the Dachau Concentra- America; yet, we are going to sit on Ito. tion Camp, and Ito took pictures of our hands because Republican leaders After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, dazed prisoners leaving the camp for would rather genuflect before the Na- Kuroki and his brother were one of the the very first time. He also captured tional Rifle Association than do any- first Japanese Americans to enlist in the despair of his fellow soldiers as thing that could help save the lives of the United States Air Force during they rescued the Lost Battalion. thousands of Americans. World War II at a time when over After World War II and through the The last time this institution passed 100,000 other Japanese Americans were GI Bill, he started an extraordinary ca- a major bill to prevent gun violence forced into incarceration camps with- reer as a cellular biologist and became was November 10, 1993, when the House out due process under the law. a researcher and professor at Harvard approved the Brady Handgun Violence The need for aerial gunners was high; Medical School, where he worked for Prevention Act and President Clinton so, Kuroki applied for the job, was ap- over 50 years. signed it into law. proved, and was sent to a 2-week course Ito donated his vast collection, thou- Mr. Speaker, I will end by saying I do in Britain. Kuroki received on-the-job sands of images, to the Japanese Amer- not know what it will take for us to fi- training. His maiden flight was on De- ican Museum in Los Angeles, as part of nally take action. But I do know what cember 13, 1942. their Before They Were Heroes: Sus I will do. I will continue speaking out During this time of heavy discrimi- Ito’s World War II Images collection. every week on the floor of this Cham- nation against Japanese Americans, In August, I had the opportunity to ber until we get something done that Kuroki’s flight crew was instrumental tour this exhibit. The images he cap- makes our communities safer and hon- in protecting him from the sneers and tured constantly reminded me of the ors the lives of all the victims who abuse by his fellow soldiers. courage of our Japanese American GIs have lost their lives in this country to Kuroki received three Distinguished who fought valiantly for our country gun violence. Flying Cross medals for volunteering while their families remained behind f to fly 25 combat missions against Ger- barbed wire. many and 28 missions in the Pacific. He AMERICA MUST STAND FIRM Today I rise to share Sus Ito’s tre- was the only Japanese American to mendous accomplishments and dedi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The serve as an aerial gunner in the Asia- cated public service with the House of Chair recognizes the gentleman from Pacific theater during World War II. Representatives. Louisiana (Mr. ABRAHAM) for 5 min- The son of Japanese immigrant farm- utes. ers, Kuroki was born on May 16, 1917, in f Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, I just Gaithersburg, Nebraska. b 1215 wrote on the board that it has been After his many missions in Europe, LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION 1,510 days since the President said that Kuroki visited other Japanese Ameri- FUND REAUTHORIZATION Syria’s Bashar Assad must go. He is cans behind barbed wire to promote the still in office. military and asked other Japanese The SPEAKER pro tempore. The It is 767 days since the President Americans to join what would soon be- Chair recognizes the gentleman from drew the red line in the sand that said, come the 442nd Regimental Combat Pennsylvania (Mr. COSTELLO) for 5 min- if Bashar Assad used chemical weapons Team of the 100th Infantry Battalion. utes. on his own people, he must go. He is Ben Kuroki exemplified the embodi- Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. still in office. ment of patriotism and service above Speaker, last week, the Nation saw a What we are seeing in Syria—the ref- self. He often said, ‘‘I had to fight for very important program expire, the ugees’ humanitarian crisis, a bloody the right to fight for my own country, Land and Water Conservation Fund. I civil war, the rise of ISIS—is a direct and now I feel vindication.’’ rise today to encourage my colleagues response to this administration’s inept- Today I rise to share Ben Kuroki’s on both sides of the aisle to join with ness to handle these problems. tremendous accomplishments and dedi- me and call for a vote on a full and Now we have Russia’s Putin on the cated public service with the House of continued permanent reauthorization floor of the U.N.—on U.S. soil—saying Representatives. Ben Kuroki was the of the LWCF. America is weak. But we didn’t need definition of an American hero. For 50 years, this critical fund has Putin to tell us that by his words. He I would also like to take this time to added value to my district and to so has done it by his actions. He invaded recognize another extraordinary trail- many across the Nation. Last week, in- Crimea in Ukraine because he knew blazer for the Japanese American com- action by Congress led to the expira- that this administration would draw munity, Susumu ‘‘Sus’’ Ito. tion of the Land and Water Conserva- another red line, but do nothing about Ito, the oldest and only son of Japa- tion Fund, and I believe it is critical it. nese immigrants, was drafted into the that we renew our commitment to the America is losing her standing in the military in 1940. After Pearl Harbor, fund. world because we would rather appease his parents and his sister were sent to The fund helps our communities pro- our enemies than show strength. This the incarceration camp in Rohwer, Ar- tect critical lands by providing State administration still has no strategy kansas. During this time, he volun- and local governments with necessary handling ISIS, no tangible plan to han- teered to become a forward observer for funding and flexibility to develop and dle the Syrian problem or defeating the 442nd Infantry Battalion, one of the improve the very land on display for

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I believe the Land and Water Latinos signed up for health care, 25 has received approximately $300 mil- Conservation Fund is one of our most percent of Latinos have no healthcare lion in land and water conservation important conservation programs and plan, and we battle high obesity and di- funding for protection in many areas of an excellent example of a bipartisan abetes. national significance, such as Gettys- commitment to the safeguard of our So I have seen these issues firsthand burg National Military Park, the Paoli natural resources and cultural herit- in my district and in California and, as Battlefield, the Brandywine Battle- age, and we must reauthorize it. a whole, have seen and have worked to field, Valley Forge National Historical As an original cosponsor of H.R. 1814 improve our condition. Park, and John Heinz National Wildlife to permanently reauthorize the LWCF, This Congress, I introduced the All- Refuge. I look forward to working with my col- Year ACCESS Act, which would restore Not only have we seen the LWCF at leagues to preserve our public lands so Pell grants for both full-time and part- work on the State level, we have also that current and future generations time students, giving access to postsec- seen its benefits at the local level, in- may continue to enjoy and appreciate ondary education all year-round. Back cluding the Birdsboro Waters Forest them year-round. in my home district, I relaunched En- Legacy Project, protecting critical I respectfully call upon my col- roll OC, adding an additional 2,000 peo- woodlands at the East Coventry leagues, Mr. Speaker, to work for a bi- ple this year, Latinos in my district, to Wineberry Estates, expanding Shaw’s partisan solution to reauthorize this health care. Bridge Park in East Bradford Town- very important program. So while we make these incredible ship, and enhancing the Pottstown f strides in wellness and education, the Borough Memorial Park with a new Latino community still has so many HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH dog park, pavilions, restrooms, ball- issues to address. I will tell you this: fields, and walking trails. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the problems are not just Latino prob- The outdoor recreation industry, Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from lems; they are problems for the United Governors, mayors, sportsmen, small- California (Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ) for 5 States because, you see, America is a business owners, conservation leaders, minutes. family. It is a familia, and we have to landowners, ranchers, farmers, and Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of Cali- address these issues together because, millions of Americans are united in a fornia. Mr. Speaker, in recognition of for the first time in my beautiful home push for permanent reauthorization Hispanic Heritage Month, I would like State of California, the largest major- and full funding of the Land and Water to recognize the great achievement of ity ethic group is now Latino. Conservation Fund because it provides Latinos within their communities. And you know what? This should not an economic benefit to our region and America has been home to countless frighten people, Mr. Speaker. I think it across the country. The LWCF gives a numbers of outstanding Latinos over is actually pretty exciting because the boost to the $646 billion recreation time who reflect the best of our com- Latino community is so embedded in economy and serves to protect our na- munity: activists like Cesar Chavez the success of the American Dream, tional parks and other public lands and Joan Baez; artists like Selena and and the American Dream is so embed- from being destroyed. Carlos Santana; the brave women and ded in us. We are not aliens, Mr. Speak- Indeed, in one such study, the Out- men who have served in our armed er. We are doctors, lawyers, commu- door Industry Association has found services; and, of course, today’s ambi- nity leaders, social workers, laborers, that outdoor active recreation gen- tious young DREAMers. and DREAMers. But more importantly, erates $21.5 billion annually in con- Latinos, like all Americans, are com- we are sons, daughters, parents, sib- sumer spending in Pennsylvania alone. mitted to building a better and strong- lings, and we are neighbors. Outdoor recreation supports over er future for our country and within It is time for the United States as a 219,000 jobs across the State and gen- our communities. We strive to instill a whole to embrace the power and the erates $7.2 billion in wages and sala- culture of hard work, of healthy living, potential of the Latino community and ries. It also produces $1.6 billion annu- and of academic success. to realize that we share the common ally in State and local tax revenue. Latino families recognize the impor- goal of furthering the greatness of this Outdoor recreation benefits the tance of attaining an education in to- Nation. I believe as soon as we realize Pennsylvania economy. The U.S. Cen- day’s society. In the past decade, Latinos yearn to share the same Amer- sus Bureau reports that each year over Latinos have worked to cut their drop- ican values and aspirations as so many 5.4 million people participated in hunt- out rate in half, while tripling enroll- descendants of other immigrant ing, fishing, and wildlife watching in ment in 2- and 4-year colleges. groups—of Italian Americans and Irish Pennsylvania, contributing $5.4 billion The top degrees that we earn speak Americans and German Americans and to the State economy. to our involvement in community: our Asian Americans and all Americans— Additionally, the Land and Water liberal arts degrees, to help the less certainly America will thrive. Conservation Fund State Assistance fortunate; to heal the sick with our Latinos are finding their voice, and Program provides matching grants to healthcare degrees; to create employ- America needs to listen. help States and local communities pro- ment with our business diplomas. tect parks and recreation resources. In regards to health care, with the f Nationwide, the LWCF has benefited landmark Affordable Care Act, a record RECESS 2.6 million new Latinos are signed up countless counties in America, sup- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- for health care, and they are on track porting over 41,000 projects. ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair The State assistance 50–50 matching to leading healthier lives. declares the House in recess until 2 program acts as the primary invest- But, Mr. Speaker, even with these p.m. today. ment tool to ensure that all can enjoy great advances in our communities, Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 24 hiking, biking, running trails, commu- there is still so much work to be done. minutes p.m.), the House stood in re- nity parks, and playgrounds. Approxi- Although our dropout rate is lower, we cess. mately $4 billion in LWCF grants have still have the highest dropout rate been awarded to States, including $4.27 among all ethnic groups. Latinos have f million for 34 total projects in Berks increased their scores in math and b 1400 County, $4.78 million for 30 total science, but we are still below the na- projects in Chester County, $2.8 million tional average. And while our commu- AFTER RECESS for 49 total projects in Montgomery nities have made massive strides in The recess having expired, the House County, and over $800,000 for 11 projects putting our children in college, still was called to order by the Speaker pro in Lebanon County. These are all coun- only 15 percent of college degrees are tempore (Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsyl- ties in my congressional district. in the hands of Latinos, again, the vania) at 2 p.m.

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Amid so many po- failings in the region, is anyone sur- tlement has not been transparent and litical pushes and pulls, give them per- prised by Russia’s actions? accountable enough to handle the severance and wisdom to address those This unrest contributes to the grow- transfers. Over the past year, I have most pressing needs for the benefit of ing refugee crisis, putting a strain on been investigating ORR and found that our Nation. our own country and others to manage they have not been filing annual re- In the aftermath of severe storms, the influx of refugees fleeing the tur- ports on their activities as required by bless those recovering from floods and moil that this administration has law. In addition, there is evidence of storms this past week, and bless those helped to create. widespread abuse of refugees, including emergency workers who have placed As warned in Proverbs 28:19, ‘‘Where children, who are improperly handled themselves in danger’s path in service there is no vision, the people perish.’’ by the ORR. In many instances, a fail- to their brothers and sisters in need. f ure to refer the abuse to the FBI has allowed child abusers to walk free. May we all be inspired by their he- REPUBLICANS’ CALENDAR OF The curtain must be pulled back roic example and moved to step for- CHAOS ward in those times when we might be completely on the ORR’s operations be- (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given called upon as well. fore we can trust it with a responsi- permission to address the House for 1 May all that is done today be for bility as serious as settling Syrian ref- minute.) Your greater honor and glory. ugees in the U.S. We must find the deli- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, well, last Amen. cate balance and protect our safety and week 151 Republicans, a majority of the security. f Republicans in Congress, voted to shut f THE JOURNAL down the Federal Government. This week, another entry into this calendar SUPPLEMENTARY AGREEMENT The SPEAKER pro tempore. The of chaos and dysfunction. We are com- AMENDING THE AGREEMENT ON Chair has examined the Journal of the ing up on several crucial deadlines, and SOCIAL SECURITY BETWEEN THE last day’s proceedings and announces so far the Republican leadership in UNITED STATES OF AMERICA to the House his approval thereof. Congress has presented no clear plan, AND THE CZECH REPUBLIC— Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- no path forward. MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT nal stands approved. As we approach another debt limit, OF THE UNITED STATES (H. DOC. f there are questions as to whether the NO. 114–64) United States Government will default PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- on its obligations. There is another The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the fore the House the following message highway funding expiration, another from the President of the United gentleman from Michigan (Mr. KILDEE) government funding deadline of De- come forward and lead the House in the States; which was read and, together cember 11, and lack of the reauthoriza- with the accompanying papers, referred Pledge of Allegiance. tion of the Export-Import Bank, which Mr. KILDEE led the Pledge of Alle- to the Committee on Ways and Means is costing the United States jobs— and ordered to be printed: giance as follows: thousands of jobs. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the The American people are frustrated, To the Congress of the United States: United States of America, and to the Repub- and rightfully so. Pursuant to section 233(e)(1) of the lic for which it stands, one nation under God, We may not agree on this floor, we Social Security Act, as amended by the indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. may not agree with the majority, but Social Security Amendments of 1977 f there is no excuse for not getting your (Public Law 95–216, 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1)), I transmit herewith the Supplementary MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT job done. That is what I hear from the people back home, from the American Agreement Amending the Agreement A message in writing from the Presi- people, a simple question: Why can’t on Social Security between the United dent of the United States was commu- Congress just do its work, just do its States of America and the Czech Re- nicated to the House by Mr. Brian job? public (the ‘‘Supplementary Agree- Pate, one of his secretaries. We stand ready to work with Repub- ment’’). The Supplementary Agree- f licans. We need a willing partner. ment, signed at Prague on September There is a lot of work to do for the 23, 2013, is intended to modify a certain ADMINISTRATION’S ROLE IN American people. Let’s get down to provision of the Agreement on Social RUSSIAN RISE business. Security between the United States of (Mr. BURGESS asked and was given f America and the Czech Republic, with permission to address the House for 1 Administrative Arrangement, signed at minute and to revise and extend his re- SYRIAN REFUGEES AND THE OF- Prague on September 7, 2007, and en- marks.) FICE OF REFUGEE RESETTLE- tered into force January 1, 2009 (the Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, today, I MENT ‘‘U.S.-Czech Social Security Agree- note with great concern the divisive in- (Mrs. BLACKBURN asked and was ment’’). volvement of Russian forces in Syria. given permission to address the House The U.S.-Czech Social Security Due to the failure of this administra- for 1 minute and to revise and extend Agreement as amended by the Supple- tion to articulate a strategy, Russia her remarks.) mentary Agreement is similar in objec- has now stepped in to conduct its own Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, re- tive to the social security agreements strategy, including airstrikes. cently Secretary Kerry pledged that already in force with most European United States adversaries have the United States would accept 185,000 Union countries, Australia, Canada, picked up on the administration’s lack refugees from the war-torn Syrian Chile, Japan, Norway, and the Republic of a well-articulated strategy in Syria. area. This would be over 2 years. of Korea. Such bilateral agreements Sources say that Russian forces are America has been a generous, wel- provide for limited coordination be- launching deliberate airstrikes on Syr- coming country; but I have to tell you, tween the United States and foreign so- ian groups backed by the CIA. While while we have compassion for these ref- cial security systems to eliminate dual conducting these contentious attacks, ugees, Secretary Kerry’s pledge leaves social security coverage and taxation, Russia has violated Turkish airspace. us with some grave concerns. and to help prevent the lost benefit

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It passed out Agreement in 2007. By including the ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER of the Committee on Financial Serv- health insurance law within the scope PRO TEMPORE ices with a vote of 56–2. of the U.S.-Czech Social Security The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Mr. Speaker, it is important to re- Agreement, this amendment will ex- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair member that most child support pay- empt U.S. citizen workers and multi- will postpone further proceedings ments are collected from noncustodial national companies from contributing today on motions to suspend the rules parents through income withholding. to the Czech health insurance system, on which a recorded vote or the yeas In order to verify income, assets, and when such workers otherwise meet all and nays are ordered, or on which the debt for purposes of establishing or en- of the ordinary criteria for such an ex- vote incurs objection under clause 6 of forcing child support obligations, State emption. rule XX. and local child support agencies and The U.S.-Czech Social Security Record votes on postponed questions courts often request consumer reports Agreement, as amended, will continue will be taken later. from the consumer reporting agencies. to contain all provisions mandated by State and local child support agen- section 233 of the Social Security Act f cies argue that the 10-day notice provi- and other provisions that I deem appro- CHILD SUPPORT ASSISTANCE ACT sion provides obligors with an oppor- priate to carry out the purposes of sec- OF 2015 tunity to hide savings and other assets, run up credit card debt, and take other tion 233, pursuant to section 233(c)(4) of Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I financial or employment actions to the Social Security Act. move to suspend the rules and pass the avoid or reduce child support pay- I also transmit for the information of bill (H.R. 2091) to amend the Fair Cred- ments. the Congress a report required by sec- it Reporting Act to clarify the ability This bill authorizes a consumer re- tion 233(e)(1) of the Social Security Act to request consumer reports in certain porting agency to furnish a consumer on the estimated number of individuals cases to establish and enforce child report in response to a request by the who will be affected by the Supple- support payments and awards. head of a State or local child support mentary Agreement and its estimated The Clerk read the title of the bill. enforcement agency if the requestor cost effect. The Department of State The text of the bill is as follows: and the Social Security Administra- certifies that the report is needed for H.R. 2091 tion have recommended the Supple- enforcing a child support order, award, mentary Agreement and related docu- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- agreement, or judgment. The bill also resentatives of the United States of America in repeals the requirement of 10 days’ ments to me. Congress assembled, I commend the Supplementary prior notice to a consumer whose re- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Agreement to the U.S.-Czech Social Se- port is requested. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Child Sup- Mr. Speaker, this is a commonsense curity Agreement and related docu- port Assistance Act of 2015’’. piece of legislation. ments. SEC. 2. REQUESTS FOR CONSUMER REPORTS BY BARACK OBAMA. STATE OR LOCAL CHILD SUPPORT I urge my colleagues to support this THE WHITE HOUSE, October 6, 2015. ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES. legislation. I reserve the balance of my time. f Paragraph (4) of section 604(a) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681b(a)(4)) is Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New RECESS amended— York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ‘‘or de- time as I may consume. termining the appropriate level of such pay- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair I support H.R. 2091, the Child Support ments’’ and inserting ‘‘, determining the ap- Assistance Act, because it will help declares the House in recess until ap- propriate level of such payments, or enforc- proximately 4 p.m. today. ing a child support order, award, agreement, child support enforcement agencies do Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 10 min- or judgment’’; their job and will make child support utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. (2) in subparagraph (B)— payments more efficient. (A) by striking ‘‘paternity’’ and inserting When a State child support enforce- f ‘‘parentage’’; and ment agency wants to locate a parent b 1601 (B) by adding ‘‘and’’ at the end; who is delinquent on his or her child (3) by striking subparagraph (C); and AFTER RECESS support payment, the agency requests (4) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as the parent’s consumer report from one subparagraph (C). The recess having expired, the House of the consumer reporting agencies. was called to order by the Speaker pro The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- This allows the agency to verify the tempore (Mr. HARRIS) at 4 o’clock and ant to the rule, the gentleman from parent’s employment and income, 1 minute p.m. Texas (Mr. NEUGEBAUER) and the gen- which are key factors for child support f tlewoman from New York (Mrs. CARO- payments. LYN B. MALONEY) each will control 20 Current law, however, requires the COMMUNICATION FROM THE minutes. CLERK OF THE HOUSE agency to provide the delinquent par- The Chair recognizes the gentleman ent 10 days’ notice before it can even The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- from Texas. request the consumer report from the fore the House the following commu- GENERAL LEAVE credit bureaus. This 10-day head start nication from the Clerk of the House of Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I serves no legitimate policy purpose. In Representatives: ask unanimous consent that all Mem- fact, the only thing it does is give de- OFFICE OF THE CLERK, bers may have 5 legislative days in linquent parents time to manipulate HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, which to revise and extend their re- their financial position to evade paying Washington, DC, October 6, 2015. marks and include extraneous material their child support obligations. Hon. JOHN A. BOEHNER, on this bill. The consequences of this 10-day no- The Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there tice requirement is that some delin- DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- objection to the request of the gen- quent parents who should be paying mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of tleman from Texas? child support are not paying all they the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- There was no objection. owe and the money they do pay isn’t

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Providing 10 days’ clean up and I expect Sammy to do his Consequently, that is going to stream- notice before pulling someone’s con- reading or I read to him and then it is line the process and better enforce the sumer report might make sense in a bath and to bed. collection of child support payments. some circumstances, but in this situa- Then while you are working on pea- I believe Representative POLIQUIN tion, it only slows down the wheels of nut butter and jelly sandwiches for the stated it very eloquently just a mo- justice and gives delinquent parents an next day and thinking about what you ment ago. This is something that we opportunity to further avoid paying have to do with your own job, you get can all get behind. It is for the good of their child support obligations. a few hours’ sleep after that before you this country. It is for the good of chil- I support this bill that was reported have to do it all over again. dren across America. Let’s be proud as out almost unanimously, with only two I cannot imagine, Mr. Speaker, what we ensure that our children have the people voting against it. I would like to it must be like for a single mom or dad resources to succeed, with this legisla- thank the gentleman from Maine (Mr. to do this with two, three, or four kids. tion being a positive step in the right POLIQUIN) as well as Mr. ELLISON on the The last thing our single parents need direction. Democratic side for their hard work on is to worry about child support pay- Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I this commonsense bill. ments that they are rightly owed, that have no further requests for time. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of the court says they are due, to help I yield back the balance of my time. my time. their kids have food on the table or buy The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I a new pair of winter boots or to make question is on the motion offered by yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from sure there is lunch money the next the gentleman from Texas (Mr. NEUGE- Maine (Mr. POLIQUIN). He has worked day. BAUER) that the House suspend the tirelessly on this piece of legislation. I In this Chamber, Mr. Speaker, we rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2091. appreciate his efforts. speak about a lot of things—debt and The question was taken; and (two- Mr. POLIQUIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank spending and national security issues— thirds being in the affirmative) the the gentleman for yielding me this but this bill is so close to the ground rules were suspended and the bill was time. I am thrilled to stand before the that it directly and immediately will passed. House today as the author of the Child help our kids and our single parents A motion to reconsider was laid on Support Assistance Act, H.R. 2091. who are trying to raise our kids under the table. Across America today we have 17 very difficult circumstances for a lot of f million kids coast to coast who benefit them. I am thrilled to offer this bill, Mr. SMALL BANK EXAM CYCLE from the child support program. In our REFORM ACT OF 2015 great State of Maine alone, there are Speaker. I am greatly appreciative of some 57,000 kids who need our help. As the tremendous bipartisan support. I Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I a single parent myself, I believe that do thank Mr. ELLISON for all of his move to suspend the rules and pass the the most important job in the world is hard work on this bill. I encourage ev- bill (H.R. 1553) to amend the Federal taking care of our kids. Unfortunately, erybody to please support the Child Deposit Insurance Act to specify which not every parent believes that. Support Assistance Act. smaller institutions may qualify for an Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New After a court determines that a non- 18-month examination cycle. York. Mr. Speaker, I have no further The Clerk read the title of the bill. custodial parent owes financial support speakers. I just urge my colleagues to The text of the bill is as follows: for his or her children, there currently support this commonsense bill that Mr. H.R. 1553 is, as Mrs. MALONEY stated, a 10-day POLIQUIN pointed out can make a real waiting period between the time when Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- difference in the lives of single parents resentatives of the United States of America in the court determines that money is and their children. Again, I thank him Congress assembled, owed for the kids and when the State for his leadership on it and his very el- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. agencies can start collecting that oquent statement today on the floor. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Small Bank money. As a result, here across Amer- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Exam Cycle Reform Act of 2015’’. ica there is about $100 billion in unpaid of my time. SEC. 2. SMALLER INSTITUTIONS QUALIFYING child support. In the State of Maine Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I FOR 18-MONTH EXAMINATION CYCLE. alone, there is over $500 million that is yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from owed our kids. Section 10(d) of the Federal Deposit Insur- Pennsylvania (Mr. COSTELLO). ance Act (12 U.S.C. 1820(d)) is amended— This bill, H.R. 2091, the Child Support Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. (1) in paragraph (4)— Assistance Act, fixes a technical part Speaker, too many children grow up in (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking of this law that is a commonsense fix. today’s society without basic essen- ‘‘$500,000,000’’ and inserting ‘‘$1,000,000,000’’; As Mrs. MALONEY stated, it removes tials: food, clothing, proper shelter. and this 10-day waiting period. Many times this is the result of a lack (B) in subparagraph (C)(ii), by striking Now, what that simply means is that of child support payments from an es- ‘‘$100,000,000’’ and inserting ‘‘$200,000,000’’; a parent who is supposed to be respon- tranged parent. and sible for his or her children will have I have a young boy, and I can tell you (2) in paragraph (10)— (A) by striking ‘‘$100,000,000’’ and inserting less of an opportunity, less time to he takes a lot of energy out of my wife ‘‘$200,000,000’’; and shift those assets or hide those assets, and me. We do everything we can to (B) by striking ‘‘$500,000,000’’ and inserting put them in the name of someone else support him to our fullest with love ‘‘$1,000,000,000’’. or maybe even quit his or her job and and all the basic essentials, but not all The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- be paid under the table. children are that lucky. Some are due ant to the rule, the gentleman from That is not right, and that is cer- child support payments that they don’t Texas (Mr. NEUGEBAUER) and the gen- tainly not fair. We need in this Cham- receive. tlewoman from New York (Mrs. CARO- I know our local district attorneys do ber Republicans and Democrats to LYN B. MALONEY) each will control 20 stand up and be compassionate and to a lot in furtherance and sheriff’s de- minutes. help those 17 million kids across our partments do a lot in furtherance of The Chair recognizes the gentleman country that need this support. collecting those child support pay- from Texas. As a single parent myself, I know ments, but Congressman POLIQUIN’s what it is like to work a demanding commonsense measure here, the Child b 1615 full-time job and to care for a child. In Support Assistance Act, is going to GENERAL LEAVE my case, it was one child, my son. I help State and local enforcement agen- Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I know what it is like to pick up my son cies aid families in collecting child ask unanimous consent that all Mem- after school and then to rush off to the support payments in a timely manner. bers may have 5 legislative days in

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Mr. Speaker, I small banks, it is also supported by the financial regulators rate financial in- yield myself such time as I may con- regulators. The OCC has in fact advo- stitutions on several criteria, including sume. cated for this change for some time safety and soundness and their compli- Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank now. ance with legal and regulatory require- Representative TIPTON for his hard I am very glad that we are moving ments. To qualify for the 18-month work in advocating for community this bill through the House today, and exam cycle, an institution must have bank regulatory relief. This is a com- I hope that the Senate will act quickly earned an outstanding or good rating monsense regulatory relief measure on the bill as well so that we can get on their most recent examination. that has earned significant bipartisan regulatory relief to some very deserv- Only smaller, well-rated banks, those support. It was reported out of the Fi- ing community banks. I urge my col- which pose little risk, can qualify for nancial Services Committee by a vote leagues to support this bill. extended exam cycles. of 58–0. I congratulate my colleague, LACY The banking regulators also support This legislation is designed to allow CLAY, for also being the lead Democrat an increase in the qualifying asset additional well-managed financial in- and working very hard on this bill. threshold. In February, the Office of stitutions to qualify for an 18-month I reserve the balance of my time. the Comptroller of the Currency sent exam cycle. The longer exam cycle per- Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I draft legislative ideas for regulatory mits community banks to focus their yield such time as he may consume to relief to the House Financial Services time and resources on the surrounding the gentleman from Colorado (Mr. TIP- Committee, including a proposal that community rather than on the exam TON). is the framework for H.R. 1553. The process. This bill also allows bank ex- Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, commu- Comptroller of the Currency, Thomas aminers to spend their resources work- nity banks are a crucial source of cred- Curry, publicly stated such a change ing with banks that need additional at- it for many across the Nation, but would reduce burdens on well-managed tention instead of with banks that are these banks are currently facing an community institutions. It also was already considered well managed. ever-increasing regulatory burden that applauded by the FDIC and the OCC To qualify, an institution must have they can no longer shoulder. These during committee hearings earlier this total assets of less than $1 billion, and misguided regulations are resulting in spring. at its most recent examination, it a devastating impact on small banks, Not only will this legislation provide must have earned an ‘‘outstanding’’ or forcing consolidation or failure and sti- relief for community banks, it will also ‘‘good’’ rating under the Uniform Fi- fling creation of new banks in commu- allow examiners to focus their re- nancial Institutions Rating System, or nities that need access to credit. sources, working with banks that need CAMELS. So only smaller, well-fi- In rural areas, such as my district in the additional attention or present su- nanced, well-rated financial institu- western Colorado, oftentimes the only pervisory concerns. tions who pose very little risk would access to credit for small businesses is This bipartisan legislation enjoys the qualify for extended exam cycles. a community bank. Unfortunately, ris- support of the American Bankers Asso- I reserve the balance of my time. ing compliance costs and complicated ciation, the Independent Community Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New regulatory requirements have dried up Bankers Association, the Conference of York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such bank credit for those in need of it State Bank Supervisors, the Small time as I may consume. most. Business and Entrepreneurship Coun- I rise in support of H.R. 1553, the For these reasons, I introduced, cil, as well as 19 bipartisan cosponsors. Small Bank Exam Cycle Reform Act. along with Representative LACY CLAY The legislation was voted out of the Fi- This bill allows more small banks to and Representative BARR, the Small nancial Services Committee with a qualify for a longer, 18-month exam Bank Exam Cycle Reform Act, a tar- unanimous 58–0 vote. cycle. This means that these banks geted relief effort designed to allow ad- Congress last raised the threshold for would only have a full, onsite examina- ditional well-managed financial insti- outstanding-rated institutions in 2006 tion every 18 months, rather than tutions to qualify for an 18-month and granted agencies discretion to in- every 12 months. exam cycle. crease the threshold for good-rated in- The logic behind this bill is simple: Full-scope, onsite examinations of stitutions in 2007. It is time again to small community banks that are both insured depository institutions are a raise the threshold in statute so these well capitalized and well managed do rigorous event for banks of all sizes, es- small banks can continue to serve their not need as much regulatory scrutiny pecially small banks that may not important purpose in our communities: as larger, more complex banks. In addi- have dedicated compliance staff. These providing capital for small business tion, regulators need the ability to examinations require significant prepa- growth and banking products for their focus their limited resources on the ration leading up to the examination, local communities. banks that present bigger risks. That as well as attention to the onsite ex- Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New is why we have long allowed well-run aminer during the exam itself. York. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to small banks to have less frequent ex- Whereas larger banks can absorb the the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. aminations than larger, more complex work hours and compliance costs asso- CLAY), who is also the ranking member banks. ciated with these onsite examinations, on the Financial Institutions Sub- This bill simply increases the thresh- community banks, much smaller insti- committee and the lead Democrat on old for banks that qualify for the 18- tutions, do not have the economy of this bill. month cycle from $500 million to $1 bil- scale to deflect the burden. However, a Mr. CLAY. Let me thank my col- lion. Onsite examinations are time- longer exam cycle permits well-run league from New York for yielding. consuming endeavors both for the regu- community banks to focus their time I, too, rise today to support H.R. 1553, lator and the bank, and if the regulator and resources on the surrounding com- the Small Bank Exam Cycle Reform is conducting exams of these well-run munity rather than on the exam proc- Act. I would also like to commend the banks more frequently than he really ess, opening up opportunities for sus- gentleman from Colorado (Mr. TIPTON) needs to, then he is wasting precious tainable economic growth in towns as well as Mr. BARR for their leadership government resources. In addition, he across the United States. on this important issue. is also wasting the bank’s resources, The Small Bank Exam Cycle Reform The overwhelming majority of banks because the frequent exams require the Act amends the Federal Deposit Insur- in this country are community banks time and attention of the bank’s execu- ance Act to increase the qualifying with less than $1 billion in assets. As

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H.R. 1553 is a part of poned. carrying out the study required under sub- that effort, as it will extend much- f section (a); needed relief to Main Street banks by (2) specific and detailed recommendations allowing well-managed, well-capital- DISCLOSURE MODERNIZATION AND on modernizing and simplifying the require- ized community banks an opportunity SIMPLIFICATION ACT OF 2015 ments in regulation S–K in a manner that re- to take advantage of an extended 18- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I move duces the costs and burdens on companies month examination cycle. to suspend the rules and pass the bill while still providing all material informa- While bank examinations are vital to (H.R. 1525) to require the Securities tion; and (3) specific and detailed recommendations the safety and soundness of the Amer- and Exchange Commission to make on ways to improve the readability and navi- ican banking system, the time and re- certain improvements to form 10–K and gability of disclosure documents and to dis- sources that banks put into preparing regulation S-K, and for other purposes. courage repetition and the disclosure of im- for and responding to examinations can The Clerk read the title of the bill. material information. be extremely time consuming, particu- The text of the bill is as follows: (d) RULEMAKING.—Not later than the end of larly for smaller banks with limited H.R. 1525 the 360-day period beginning on the date that staff and resources that cannot afford the report is issued to the Congress under Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- subsection (c), the Commission shall issue a to divert key personnel away from resentatives of the United States of America in their core business in order to prepare proposed rule to implement the rec- Congress assembled, ommendations of the report issued under for examinations. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. subsection (c). H.R. 1553 also allows banking regu- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Disclosure (e) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Revisions lators to better allocate their resources Modernization and Simplification Act of made to regulation S–K by the Commission to financial institutions that warrant 2015’’. under section 3 shall not be construed as sat- additional attention and away from SEC. 2. SUMMARY PAGE FOR FORM 10–K. isfying the rulemaking requirements under community banks that have otherwise Not later than the end of the 180-day period this section. demonstrated that they are soundly beginning on the date of the enactment of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- managed and well capitalized. this Act, the Securities and Exchange Com- ant to the rule, the gentleman from I have heard from community bank- mission shall issue regulations to permit issuers to submit a summary page on form New Jersey (Mr. GARRETT) and the gen- ers in Missouri and from across the 10–K (17 C.F.R. 249.310), but only if each item tlewoman from New York (Mrs. CARO- country that straightforward, bipar- on such summary page includes a cross-ref- LYN B. MALONEY) each will control 20 tisan, commonsense regulatory relief erence (by electronic link or otherwise) to minutes. proposals like H.R. 1553 can contribute the material contained in form 10–K to which The Chair recognizes the gentleman significantly to community banks’ such item relates. from New Jersey. SEC. 3. IMPROVEMENT OF REGULATION S–K. ability to lend to Main Street busi- GENERAL LEAVE nesses and reinvest in our commu- Not later than the end of the 180-day period Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I ask beginning on the date of the enactment of nities. unanimous consent that all Members The SPEAKER pro tempore. The this Act, the Securities and Exchange Com- may have 5 legislative days in which to time of the gentleman has expired. mission shall take all such actions to revise Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New regulation S–K (17 C.F.R. 229.10 et seq.)— revise and extend their remarks and in- York. I yield the gentleman such time (1) to further scale or eliminate require- clude extraneous material on this bill. ments of regulation S–K, in order to reduce as he may consume. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the burden on emerging growth companies, objection to the request of the gen- Mr. CLAY. I look forward to working accelerated filers, smaller reporting compa- with Mr. TIPTON and my other col- tleman from New Jersey? nies, and other smaller issuers, while still There was no objection. leagues on the Financial Services Com- providing all material information to inves- mittee to find additional opportunities tors; b 1630 (2) to eliminate provisions of regulation S– to enact targeted relief for our commu- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield nity banks, and I would urge my col- K, required for all issuers, that are duplica- tive, overlapping, outdated, or unnecessary; myself such time as I may consume. leagues to adopt H.R. 1553. Mr. Speaker, first of all, I want to Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New and (3) for which the Commission determines thank the chairman of the Financial York. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the that no further study under section 4 is nec- Services Committee—that would be the balance of my time. essary to determine the efficacy of such revi- Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, gentleman from Texas (Mr. HEN- sions to regulation S–K. SARLING)—for his leadership in helping this is a commonsense piece of legisla- SEC. 4. STUDY ON MODERNIZATION AND SIM- tion. You talk about bipartisan; when to bring a number of bills, as we have PLIFICATION OF REGULATION S–K. just seen, to the floor today. it passes out of your committee with (a) STUDY.—The Securities and Exchange no opposition, that is bipartisan sup- Commission shall carry out a study of the I would also like to thank all of my port. I think that says a lot about how requirements contained in regulation S–K (17 colleagues on the Financial Services important community banks are to C.F.R. 229.10 et seq.). Such study shall— Committee from both sides of the America and how important this Con- (1) determine how best to modernize and aisle—obviously, both sides—because simplify such requirements in a manner that gress thinks community banks are. they have voted unanimously, voted reduces the costs and burdens on issuers the Disclosure Modernization and Sim- The fact is these organizations that while still providing all material informa- are well managed and have good rat- plification Act out of committee not tion; just once, but twice, when you include ings will only have to get an examina- (2) emphasize a company by company ap- tion every 18 months. So I encourage proach that allows relevant and material in- passage last year as well. support for this bill. formation to be disseminated to investors I would also like to add this legisla- I yield back the balance of my time. without boilerplate language or static re- tion passed the House of Representa- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The quirements while preserving completeness tives by voice vote in December of 2014. question is on the motion offered by and comparability of information across reg- So you ask what is the purpose of istrants; and the gentleman from Texas (Mr. NEUGE- this bill, and why is it necessary. (3) evaluate methods of information deliv- BAUER) that the House suspend the Well, Mr. Speaker, look, if you step ery and presentation and explore methods back about eight decades ago, Congress rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1553. for discouraging repetition and the disclo- The question was taken. sure of immaterial information. made the monumental decision in this The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the (b) CONSULTATION.—In conducting the country that disclosure, opening up, opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being study required under subsection (a), the and transparency would be the center- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Commission shall consult with the Investor piece of our Nation’s securities law.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.016 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6805 See, instead of carving out or cre- You see, these provisions will help bia Professor John Coffee called the ating a merit review system where the our disclosure regime of the 21st cen- idea ‘‘simple and unobjectionable’’ and Federal Government determined which tury while at the very same time ad- said that he ‘‘didn’t see how anyone companies we were allowed to put our dress the issue of information overload could be opposed to it.’’ money into, Congress wisely went that I mentioned before. I agree that this is a commonsense down the other road and decided that If you go back, as part of the JOBS idea that could make lengthy annual those decisions would be best made Act, Congress directed the SEC to re- reports, which are often hundreds of where? view its existing disclosure require- pages long and difficult to navigate, Left in the hands of the people, in the ments, and it was told to identify ways significantly more investor-friendly. hands of the investors themselves, so to make our current disclosure regime So I urge my colleagues to support long as they were provided with a suffi- less burdensome for issuers and for peo- this bill. cient level of disclosure from publicly ple as investors. I thank my colleague, Mr. GARRETT, traded companies. While the SEC produced a report a for his leadership. He has worked on Unfortunately, over the last eight few years ago—2013—that identified a this for several Congresses. decades since the securities laws were number of obsolete things and duplica- Mr. Speaker, I have no additional first put in place, the quarterly and an- tive requirements that could be ad- speakers. nual reports filed by the public compa- dressed, unfortunately, the agency has I yield back the balance of my time. nies have grown, and they have grown yet to act upon them, this despite an Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield in size tremendously, larger and more ongoing disclosure effectiveness review myself the balance of my time. complex than ever, to the point where that has so far only produced a concept I thank the gentlewoman from New now the most sophisticated of inves- release. York for working with us today and So, at the end, it is important that tors have trouble understanding even also working with us over the last sev- this Congress come here today and act the most basic operations and risks of eral years as well, trying to move this on behalf of all the American investors, these companies. This has come to be along. As you have said and I have all the people in this country, in order known as the phenomenon of informa- said, this is one of those proverbial to keep the original intent of our secu- tion overload. commonsense pieces of legislation. rities laws relevant today and ensure So to put this in perspective, a recent If anyone got confused by all the that the effective disclosure remains article in the Wall Street Journal technical terms that you and I used this very centerpiece of the capital noted that the average annual report here, at the end of the day, it means, from public companies is now 42,000 markets. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of whether you are a sophisticated insti- words, a 40 percent increase just from my time. tutional investor or whether you are a the year 2000 alone and even longer Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New mom-and-pop-type investor or if you than the entire Sarbanes-Oxley bill York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such are something in between, you just that passed Congress in 2002. time as I may consume. want to have clarity, you just want to Another recent report out of Stan- I rise today in support of this bill. I understand what all these voluminous, ford University found that only 38 per- thank Mr. GARRETT for his hard work. hundreds-of-pages annual reports and cent of institutional investors view dis- We worked together on this in the last quarterly reports are. closures about executive compensation Congress, and I added an amendment to That is what our bill does. It just as ‘‘easy to understand.’’ improve the bill in the markup last makes it a little bit simpler and then So, if you think about it, if the ma- year. directs the SEC to go even the step fur- jority of institutional investors can’t Markets are constantly evolving, and ther to develop other ways to do so as understand the disclosure, what chance so too must our regulatory regime. well. does the little guy, the mom-and-pop This is especially true when it comes So I look forward to passing this out investor, have to understand all this? to reporting requirements for small of this House now for the third time, I They, of course, have very little public companies. believe, send it over to the Senate and, chance and can even be harmed by the The process of scaling and stream- hopefully, get some action in the Sen- disclosures that too voluminous and lining the reporting requirements for ate and put it on the President’s desk. complex reports show. these small companies is something I encourage Members from both sides As then-SEC Commissioner Troy that, in order to keep pace with the of the aisle, once again, out of the Paredes put it way back in 2013, ‘‘If in- ever-evolving marketplace, has histori- House and to the Senate. vestors are overloaded, more disclosure cally been revisited roughly once every Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance actually can result in less trans- 10 years. It requires vigilance by the of my time. parency and worse decisions, in which SEC and, also, by Congress. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The case capital is allocated less efficiently The Disclosure Modernization and question is on the motion offered by and market discipline is com- Simplification Act directs the SEC to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. promised.’’ simplify the reporting requirements for GARRETT) that the House suspend the So what would our bill do today? It small companies in regulation S–K. rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1525. would rectify the situation. First, the SEC would be required to The question was taken; and (two- How? One, it would require that the revise regulation S–K to take care of thirds being in the affirmative) the SEC eliminate any outdated or dupli- any low-hanging fruit, that is, make rules were suspended and the bill was cative disclosure requirements that are any improvements to regulation S–K passed. not material to investors and, further- that they have already identified as A motion to reconsider was laid on more, to scale disclosures for emerging helpful for small companies. the table. growth companies and small issuers. Next, the SEC would conduct a study Two, it will allow issuers to file a of the best way to simplify and mod- f summary page of their annual report ernize the disclosure requirements in REFORMING ACCESS FOR INVEST- that will include simply cross-ref- regulation S–K while still providing all MENTS IN STARTUP ENTER- erences to the material already in- the necessary information to investors PRISES ACT OF 2015 cluded. and to also make specific detailed rec- Three, it would require the SEC to ommendations to Congress for how to Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I move produce a broad study on how best to, achieve this. to suspend the rules and pass the bill amongst all the other things, utilize Finally, the bill allows companies to (H.R. 1839) to amend the Securities Act technology in order to improve deliv- submit a summary page on their form of 1933 to exempt certain transactions ery and presentation systems for dis- 10–K annual reports in order to make involving purchases by accredited in- closure and, also, a requirement that these annual reports easier to under- vestors, and for other purposes, as the SEC commence a rulemaking in stand by investors. amended. order to implement some of these ideas In testimony before the Financial The Clerk read the title of the bill. that come out of the study. Services Committee last year, Colom- The text of the bill is as follows:

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SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(II) with respect to the profit and loss state- ment, such statement is for the 12 months pre- The Chair recognizes the gentleman This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Reforming Ac- from New Jersey. cess for Investments in Startup Enterprises Act ceding the date of the issuer’s balance sheet; of 2015’’ or the ‘‘RAISE Act of 2015’’. and GENERAL LEAVE ‘‘(iv) if the balance sheet is not as of a date SEC. 2. EXEMPTED TRANSACTIONS. Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I ask less than 6 months before the transaction date, (a) EXEMPTED TRANSACTIONS.—Section 4 of unanimous consent that all Members be accompanied by additional statements of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77d) is have 5 legislative days in which to re- profit and loss for the period from the date of amended— vise and extend their remarks and in- such balance sheet to a date less than 6 months (1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the clude extraneous materials on this bill. following new paragraph: before the transaction date. ‘‘(K) To the extent that the seller is a control The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ‘‘(7) transactions meeting the requirements of objection to the request of the gen- subsection (d).’’; person with respect to the issuer, a brief state- (2) by redesignating the second subsection (b) ment regarding the nature of the affiliation, tleman from New Jersey? (relating to securities offered and sold in compli- and a statement certified by such seller that There was no objection. ance with Rule 506 of Regulation D) as sub- they have no reasonable grounds to believe that Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield section (c); and the issuer is in violation of the securities laws or myself such time as I may consume. (3) by adding at the end the following: regulations. Mr. Speaker, I want to again com- ‘‘(d) CERTAIN ACCREDITED INVESTOR TRANS- ‘‘(4) ISSUERS DISQUALIFIED.—The transaction mend the sponsor of this bill, the gen- is not for the sale of a security where the seller ACTIONS.—The transactions referred to in sub- tleman from North Carolina (Mr. section (a)(7) are transactions meeting the fol- is an issuer or a subsidiary, either directly or in- MCHENRY), who just joined us, for all of lowing requirements: directly, of the issuer. ‘‘(1) ACCREDITED INVESTOR REQUIREMENT.— ‘‘(5) BAD ACTOR PROHIBITION.—Neither the his work on this bill and the earlier Each purchaser is an accredited investor, as seller, nor any person that has been or will be bills as well and for his continued work that term is defined in section 230.501(a) of title paid (directly or indirectly) remuneration or a on capital formation issues. 17, Code of Federal Regulations (or any suc- commission for their participation in the offer or Mr. Speaker, there is no doubt that cessor regulation). sale of the securities, including solicitation of the JOBS Act of 2012 has been a tre- ‘‘(2) PROHIBITION ON GENERAL SOLICITATION purchasers for the seller is subject to an event mendous success, a huge success, for that would disqualify an issuer or other covered OR ADVERTISING.—Neither the seller, nor any the American public and the public person acting on the seller’s behalf, offers or person under Rule 506(d)(1) of Regulation D (17 sells securities by any form of general solicita- C.F.R. 230.506(d)(1)) or is subject to a statutory marketplace. tion or general advertising. disqualification described under section 3(a)(39) The number of companies that have ‘‘(3) INFORMATION REQUIREMENT.—In the case of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. gone public has risen dramatically ever of a transaction involving the securities of an ‘‘(6) BUSINESS REQUIREMENT.—The issuer is since the barriers to capital formation issuer that is neither subject to section 13 or engaged in business, is not in the organizational that existed for several years have been 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 stage or in bankruptcy or receivership, and is lifted, if you will, helping to make our U.S.C. 78m; 78o(d)), nor exempt from reporting not a blank check, blind pool, or shell company capital markets more attractive to pursuant to section 240.12g3-2(b) of title 17, Code that has no specific business plan or purpose or companies and investors in the United of Federal Regulations, nor a foreign govern- has indicated that the issuer’s primary business ment (as defined in section 230.405 of title 17, plan is to engage in a merger or combination of States and all around the world as Code of Federal Regulations) eligible to register the business with, or an acquisition of, an un- well. securities under Schedule B, the seller and a identified person. But the JOBS Act also did something prospective purchaser designated by the seller ‘‘(7) UNDERWRITER PROHIBITION.—The trans- else, somewhat ironically. It included a obtain from the issuer, upon request of the sell- action is not with respect to a security that con- number of provisions that helped com- er, and the seller in all cases makes available to stitutes the whole or part of an unsold allotment panies to stay private for a longer pe- a prospective purchaser, the following informa- to, or a subscription or participation by, a riod of time. tion (which shall be reasonably current in rela- broker or dealer as an underwriter of the secu- You see, these provisions have al- rity or a redistribution. tion to the date of resale under this section): lowed pre-IPO companies to expand ‘‘(A) The exact name of the issuer and the ‘‘(8) OUTSTANDING CLASS REQUIREMENT.—The issuer’s predecessor (if any). transaction is with respect to a security of a their investor base, if you will, and ‘‘(B) The address of the issuer’s principal ex- class that has been authorized and outstanding have allowed them to open up the doors ecutive offices. for at least 90 days prior to the date of the to capital that were previously shut ‘‘(C) The exact title and class of the security. transaction. out to them. ‘‘(D) The par or stated value of the security. ‘‘(e) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS.— But, you see, as these companies ‘‘(E) The number of shares or total amount of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—With respect to an exempt- raise more capital and as these compa- the securities outstanding as of the end of the ed transaction described under subsection (a)(7): nies issue more shares to investors, it issuer’s most recent fiscal year. ‘‘(A) Securities acquired in such transaction ‘‘(F) The name and address of the transfer shall be deemed to have been acquired in a can become even more difficult and agent, corporate secretary, or other person re- transaction not involving any public offering. even more costly for shareholders to sponsible for transferring shares and stock cer- ‘‘(B) Such transaction shall be deemed not to find a willing buyer or to exit their po- tificates. be a distribution for purposes of section 2(a)(11). sition in that company. ‘‘(G) A statement of the nature of the business ‘‘(C) Securities involved in such transaction That is what this bill is all about. of the issuer and the products and services it of- shall be deemed to be restricted securities within That is where H.R. 1839, the RAISE fers, which shall be presumed reasonably cur- the meaning of Rule 144 (17 C.F.R. 230.144). Act, would come in. The RAISE Act rent if the statement is as of 12 months before ‘‘(2) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—The exemption the transaction date. would build upon the success of the provided by subsection (a)(7) shall not be the ex- JOBS Act of 2012 by creating an envi- ‘‘(H) The names of the officers and directors clusive means for establishing an exemption of the issuer. from the registration requirements of section 5.’’. ronment, if you will, where restricted ‘‘(I) The names of any persons registered as a (b) EXEMPTION IN CONNECTION WITH CERTAIN securities of pre-IPO companies can be broker, dealer, or agent that shall be paid or EXEMPT OFFERINGS.—Section 18(b)(4) of the Se- traded in a more liquid secondary mar- given, directly or indirectly, any commission or curities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77r(b)(4)) is ket, which then could ultimately have remuneration for such person’s participation in amended— the offer or sale of the securities. the effect of lowering the cost of cap- (1) by redesignating the second subparagraph ital for businesses. ‘‘(J) The issuer’s most recent balance sheet (D) and subparagraph (E) as subparagraphs (E) and profit and loss statement and similar finan- So the RAISE Act does this how? By and (F), respectively; codifying the longstanding exemption cial statements, which shall— (2) in subparagraph (E), as so redesignated, ‘‘(i) be for such part of the two preceding fis- by striking ‘‘; or’’ and inserting a semicolon; developed by the courts, the SEC, and cal years as the issuer has been in operation; (3) in subparagraph (F), as so redesignated, the securities laws that would provide ‘‘(ii) be prepared in accordance with generally by striking the period and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and a means for the resale, if you will, of accepted accounting principles or, in the case of (4) by adding at the end the following new a foreign private issuer, be prepared in accord- these private restricted securities. subparagraph: ance with generally accepted accounting prin- Now, for those just listening here, ‘‘(G) section 4(a)(7).’’. ciples or the International Financial Reporting this sounds a little bit technical. Standards issued by the International Account- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Maybe it sounds a lot technical to be ing Standards Board; ant to the rule, the gentleman from effective. But, really, it is a simple fix

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It would the type of bipartisan solution our con- these important investor protections allow for private companies to find a stituents are calling on Congress to im- because now we have a bill that will much better way to raise capital by plement. I urge all of my colleagues, enjoy strong bipartisan support. opening up the secondary markets. again, on both sides of the aisle to vote I urge my colleagues to support this Although the bill is a technical fix, in favor of the underlying bill. bill. we have worked hard to seek com- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of I reserve the balance of my time. promise and find commonsense solu- my time. Mr. GARRETT. Again, I thank the tions to this complicated exemption. Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New gentlewoman from New York. While we have negotiated in good Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such faith on this bill, as has the party may consume to the gentleman from time as I may consume. across the aisle, my goal is to ensure North Carolina (Mr. MCHENRY), the I rise today in support of H.R. 1839, that the language and operation of this sponsor of the legislation. compromise will work in the real which is an excellent example of bipar- Mr. MCHENRY. Mr. Speaker, I thank tisan compromise that I think we world. the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Further improvements to the bill should do more of in this body. GARRETT), the chairman of the Capital may be necessary to fully codify exist- I would like to thank Mr. MCHENRY Markets and Government Sponsored ing uses of that authority, and I am and Ranking Member WATERS for all of Enterprises Subcommittee, for yielding committed to working with my col- their work on this bill on which I am time. leagues across the aisle as well as folks pleased to be the lead Democrat. I thank the gentlewoman from New in the Senate to clarify the intent This bill codifies a longstanding rule York (Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY), the here. that has been recognized in the securi- ranking member of the subcommittee, I look forward to continuing to work ties law, known informally as rule for working with me on the provisions with our ranking member of the full 1 4(1)( ⁄2), which allows investors to resell of the bill we are talking about this Committee on Financial Services, as private restricted securities without afternoon. necessary, to ensure that the law is a registering with the SEC. I also want to thank the gentle- 1 useful tool and serves as an example of Rule 4(1)( ⁄2) has long been recognized woman from California (Ms. MAXINE how policy can meet the demands of a by the SEC and has been recognized by WATERS), the ranking member of the changing marketplace. the Federal courts on numerous occa- full committee, for working with us to The bottom line is this bill is a sen- sions as well. craft this compromise we have on the sible way forward. This bill will lower But no one has ever bothered to cod- floor here today. costs and provide transparent stand- ify this rule, even though everyone is I have joined together with my col- ards for the issues that are important okay with it and supports it, with in- leagues from across the aisle to offer a in the private and secondary trans- vestors relying on this informal rule. Federal exemption from registering for actions. Additionally, the bill will give The reason that the SEC and the the resale of private company securi- today’s private growth companies a courts have long recognized this rule is ties, which is vital for adding liquidity foundation on which they can con- that it fully complies with the spirit of to the secondary markets and driving fidently plan their trajectory through the Securities Act of 1933. These sales economic growth. the capital markets, both private and are really just transactions between Today private growth companies are public. two sophisticated investors. not only disrupting existing industries, Ultimately, codifying this exemption As a result, different law firms have but are creating entirely new markets. will ensure the United States remains different interpretations of what rule Thanks to private markets, in par- the best market in the world for the 4(1)(1⁄2) requires and the market has be- ticular, the advancement in American world’s innovators to build their busi- come very fragmented. technology and entrepreneurship is nesses here and employ Americans and So I think it is a very good idea to fi- thriving. grow our economy. nally codify rule 4(1)(1⁄2) so that every- Funding the growth of these private I am pleased that this legislation en- one knows the rules of the road and in- companies, however, has created a par- joys bipartisan support, and I urge my vestors can have confidence that they adigm shift. This shift requires our reg- colleagues to support it. are complying with the law when they ulatory framework to achieve a bal- Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New resell private securities to other so- ance between encouraging innovation York. Mr. Speaker, I have no addi- phisticated investors. and growth while ensuring that share- tional speakers on the floor. I urge my But this bill doesn’t just codify rule holders and investors are protected, colleagues to support this important 4(1)(1⁄2). It actually improves upon it by and those investor protections need to legislation. establishing minimum standards for remain strong. I yield back the balance of my time. disclosure, marketing, and a holding Unfortunately, as successful entre- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I yield period that will protect investors, fos- preneurs and startup employees look to myself the balance of my time. ter transparency, and make this mar- sell their private shares in the sec- Again I thank the gentlewoman from ket even stronger. ondary markets, they encounter a reg- New York for her support on this and ulatory framework that is inefficient. the prior legislation, and I thank the b 1645 That inefficiency is costly and dries up gentleman from North Carolina. This bill addresses several concerns the liquidity of these securities and is When the gentleman from North that we heard from investor groups and harmful to economic growth. Carolina makes a reference to the reg- regulators: Most private secondary transactions ulations of 4(1)(1⁄2), then you know First, it requires that the seller pro- rely on a broadly accepted exemption there is something wrong out there vide the buyer with some basic infor- known as section 4(1)(1⁄2). While widely that there are just too many obscure mation about the company, which en- known and applied, section 4(1)(1⁄2) has regulations that are holding back and sures that buyers have the standard in- never been formally codified into secu- being impediments to our capital mar- formation they need before making an rities law. The result has been a dis- kets. investment decision. jointed collection of case law and no- The gentleman from North Carolina Second, it prohibits bad actors, such action SEC letters that have shaped also came up with the right summation as people who have been banned from these private secondary transactions. of this. It is a technical bill to deal the securities industry, from taking Our bill attempts to fix this problem. with all of these absurdities and tech- advantage of the rule. The bill would provide an exemption nicalities just to make it easier for

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(4) VICE CHAIR.—The term ‘‘Vice Chair’’ sion is authorized to implement provisions With that being said, I look forward means the Vice Chair of the Commission who related to personnel and the Commission’s to strong, bipartisan support, as we was appointed to such position by an elected annual report that are included in the stra- have seen in the past on this type of official from the political party that is dif- tegic plan submitted pursuant to this sec- legislation. ferent from the political party of the elected tion. I yield back the balance of my time. official who appointed the Chair of the Com- (g) CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT.—Upon re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The mission. quest, the Commission shall— question is on the motion offered by (b) STRATEGIC POLICY AND ORGANIZATIONAL (1) make available for inspection any infor- REVIEW PLANNING PROCESS.—Not later than the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. mation and documents requested by the ap- 60 days after the date of the enactment of propriate congressional committees; and GARRETT) that the House suspend the this Act, and not less frequently than bienni- (2) respond to any requests to provide tes- rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1839, as ally thereafter, the Chair and Vice Chair of timony before the appropriate congressional amended. the Commission, in coordination with the committees. The question was taken. Commissioners, the Ambassador-at-Large for SEC. 5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the International Religious Freedom, Commis- Section 207 of the International Religious opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being sion staff, and others jointly selected by the Freedom Act of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6435) is in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Chair and Vice Chair, shall carry out a stra- amended to read as follows: tegic policy and organizational review plan- ‘‘SEC. 207. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, on that ning process that includes— ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—There are authorized to I demand the yeas and nays. (1) a review of the duties set forth in sec- be appropriated to the Commission $3,500,000 The yeas and nays were ordered. tion 202 of the International Religious Free- for each of the fiscal years 2016 to 2019 to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- dom Act of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6432) and the pow- carry out the provisions of this Act and sec- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- ers set forth in section 203 of such Act (22 tion 4 of the United States Commission on U.S.C. 6432a); ceedings on this motion will be post- International Religious Freedom Reauthor- (2) the preparation of a written description poned. ization Act of 2015. of prioritized actions that the Commission is ‘‘(b) AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.—Amounts au- f required to complete to fulfill the strategic thorized to be appropriated under subsection plan required under subsection (d); UNITED STATES COMMISSION ON (a) shall remain available until the earlier (3) a review of the scope, content, and tim- INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS of— ing of the Commission’s annual report and FREEDOM REAUTHORIZATION ‘‘(1) the date on which they have been ex- any required changes; and ACT OF 2015 pended; or (4) a review of the personnel policies set ‘‘(2) the date on which the Commission is Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I move to forth in section 204 of the International Reli- terminated under section 209. gious Freedom Act of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6432b) suspend the rules and pass the bill (S. ‘‘(c) LIMITATION.—In each fiscal year, the 2078) to reauthorize the United States and any required changes to such policies. Commission shall only be authorized to ex- (c) UNANIMOUS AGREEMENT.— Commission on International Religious pend amounts that have been appropriated (1) IN GENERAL.—To the greatest extent Freedom, and for other purposes. pursuant to subsection (a) if the Commis- possible, the Chair, Vice Chair, and all of the sion— The Clerk read the title of the bill. Commissioners shall ensure that this section ‘‘(1) complies with the requirements set The text of the bill is as follows: is implemented in a manner that results in forth in section 4 of the United States Com- S. 2078 unanimous agreement among the Commis- mission on International Religious Freedom sioners with regard to— Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Reauthorization Act of 2015; and (A) the strategic policy and organizational resentatives of the United States of America in ‘‘(2) submits the annual financial report re- review planning process required under sub- Congress assembled, quired under section 208(e) to the appropriate section (b); and SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. congressional committees.’’. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘United (B) the strategic plan required under sub- States Commission on International Reli- section (d). The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- gious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2015’’. (2) ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS.—If ant to the rule, the gentleman from SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. unanimous agreement under paragraph (1) is California (Mr. ROYCE) and the gen- It is the sense of the Congress that the not possible, items for inclusion in the stra- tleman from Rhode Island (Mr. United States Commission on International tegic plan may, at the joint discretion of the CICILLINE) each will control 20 minutes. Religious Freedom— Chair and Vice Chair, be approved by an af- The Chair recognizes the gentleman (1) was created by Congress to independ- firmative vote of— from California. (A) a majority of Commissioners appointed ently assess and to accurately and unflinch- GENERAL LEAVE ingly describe threats to religious freedom by an elected official from the political around the world; and party of the President; and Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- (2) in carrying out its prescribed duties, (B) a majority of Commissioners appointed imous consent that all Members may should use its authorized powers to ensure by an elected official from the political have 5 days to revise and extend and to that efforts by the United States to advance party that is not the party of the President. include any extraneous material in the (d) SUBMISSION OF STRATEGIC PLAN.—Not religious freedom abroad are timely, appro- RECORD. later than 180 days after the date of the en- priate to the circumstances, prudent, and ef- actment of the Act, and not less frequently The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there fective. than biennially thereafter, the Chair and objection to the request of the gen- SEC. 3. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY. Vice Chair of the Commission shall jointly tleman from California? Section 209 of the International Religious submit, to the appropriate congressional There was no objection. Freedom Act of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6436) is committees, a written strategic plan that in- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- amended by striking ‘‘September 30, 2015’’ cludes— self such time as I may consume. and inserting ‘‘September 30, 2019’’. (1) a description of prioritized actions for Mr. Speaker, tragically, religious SEC. 4. STRATEGIC PLAN. the Commission for a period of time to be persecution around the world con- (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: specified by the Commissioners; tinues. I thought I would give one ex- (1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- (2) a description of any changes the Com- TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional mission considers necessary with regard to ample that we heard in our committee committees’’ means— the scope, content, and timing of the Com- last week, the Foreign Affairs Com- (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations of mission’s annual report; mittee, from ‘‘Bozi,’’ who is a young 20- the Senate; (3) a description of any changes the Com- year-old Yazidi woman from Iraq. She (B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of mission considers necessary with regard to told us the story. the House of Representatives; personnel matters; and She very bravely recounted her bru- (C) the Committee on Appropriations of (4) the Commission’s funding requirements tal captivity and the abuse she faced at the Senate; and for the period covered by the strategic plan. the hands of ISIS. As we are talking (D) the Committee on Appropriations of (e) PENDING ISSUES.—The strategic plan re- the House of Representatives. quired under subsection (d) may identify any about religious freedom, she explained (2) COMMISSION.—The term ‘‘Commission’’ issues or proposals that have not yet been re- that, in her village, the 700 men and means the United States Commission on solved by the Commission. boys were killed, including several of

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He bought 10 of been repeatedly beaten. These were not identity, and sexual orientation, as the girls, sold 9, and kept her as a con- the people released. No. It was the well as the other federally protected cubine. human traffickers and the murderers. classes. She recounted how he explained to So this Commission is critical in The right to practice religion and her that, because she was a Yazidi, she calling out these abuses. worship freely is a bedrock principle of was an infidel, in his mind, and she was This bill extends the authorization of the Universal Declaration of Human a Pagan, in his mind; and, therefore, he the Commission for 4 more years and Rights and, of course, of our own Con- had the right to enslave and rape and includes new strategic planning and stitution. This Commission on Inter- sell Yazidi women and children, and he transparency improvements in the act. national Religious Freedom does so does this. This should ensure that the Commis- much to defend that liberty, whether After about a year, she escaped. But sion’s important work remains strong- through invaluable research, analysis, she reported that there were about ly bipartisan and represents the diverse and reporting or efforts to guide law- 3,000 girls and women in ISIS captivity, American consensus on the importance makers from the United States and Yazidis, who faced the same fate that of our first freedom: religious liberty. elsewhere on the importance of this she faced while she was in that cap- I want to thank Senators CORKER and issue. Yet every day, religious commu- tivity. CARDIN and their colleagues who nities around the world endure vio- These crimes are just the latest out- worked to craft this bill, which re- lence, persecution, and discrimina- rage against people of faith which con- ceived unanimous support in the other tion—and the problem, sadly, is esca- tinues in so many parts of the world, body. lating. whether it be against Yazidis or Chris- I also want to recognize the impor- In Nigeria, Christian and Muslim tian minorities in the Middle East or tant work of the chairman of the For- communities live in fear of the fanat- the Baha’i in Iran or religious commu- ical terrorist group Boko Haram. In nities attempting to worship without eign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Iran, the regime continues to persecute official supervision by repressive re- Global Health, Global Human Rights, members of the Baha’i faith. In Viet- gimes, for example, in Burma or in and International Organizations, the nam, Christians are arrested and beat- North Korea. Anti-Semitism also is on gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. the rise, including in Europe. SMITH), the author of the House side re- en by police. Pakistan has fallen down This legislation, which was passed authorization bill, who has been a leg- on the job of prosecuting violence unanimously by the Senate last week, islative leader on religious freedom against religious minorities, while at will continue the good work of the issues throughout his career. the same time convicting religious mi- United States Commission on Inter- And, as always, I appreciate the co- norities for blasphemy. And, of course, national Religious Freedom. Congress operation of the ranking member, Mr. people of all faiths are being massacred created this Commission as an inde- ELIOT ENGEL of New York, and the gen- by ISIL as it attempts to wipe out any pendent Federal entity back in 1998. tleman from Rhode Island (Mr. beliefs that don’t align with its perver- The reason it was created was be- CICILLINE) in bringing this legislation sion of Islam. cause, while the fundamental freedom to the floor today. Mr. Speaker, this sort of intolerance of religion was under siege around the So this bill, which has the unanimous has no place in the 21st century. Gov- world, it did not receive enough atten- support of the Senate and all nine cur- ernments are obligated to respect the tion in U.S. foreign policy circles. rent Commissioners, deserves our sup- religious freedom of all citizens. It is This Commission is a body of experts port also. With its passage, it goes to the right thing to do, and it is also in who speak out on behalf of persecuted the President’s desk. With his signa- their own interests. After all, when so- believers of any faith and push for ac- ture, it will ensure that freedom of re- cieties are more open, they become countability, accountability beyond ligion under continuous threat from more prosperous. When citizens live what the State Department or the extremists and authoritarian govern- freely without fear of persecution, they White House may view as diplomati- ments remains front and center. contribute more and help drive growth cally feasible. I reserve the balance of my time. and stability. The Commission’s independent voice So the United States wants to see re- b 1700 remains critical today, as the State ligious freedom thrive around the Department too often pushes religious Mr. CICILLINE. Mr. Speaker, I yield world. That is why we established the freedom to the side. For example, the myself such time as I may consume, Commission on International Religious State Department’s Ambassador at and I rise in strong support of S. 2078. Freedom, and that is why we should Large for religious freedom sat vacant Mr. Speaker, this bill will reauthor- vote today to support the Commis- for 2 years during the start of this ad- ize the U.S. Commission on Inter- sion’s vital continued work. ministration and again for another 10 national Religious Freedom, what we Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to months before the appointment of the call USCIRF, and it deserves this join me in supporting S. 2078. current Ambassador, Rabbi David body’s strong support. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Saperstein. I want to begin by thanking Senator my time. And this year, after a 3-year lapse, CORKER, Senator CARDIN, and Senator Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 4 the Department finally made the le- DURBIN for the work that they did in minutes to the gentleman from New gally required designation of ‘‘Coun- pushing this bill on the Senate side. I Jersey (Mr. SMITH). He worked on the tries of Particular Concern’’ for reli- want to thank our chairman, Chairman original authorization of the Religious gious freedom, 3 years of the State De- ROYCE, and Representative CHRIS Freedom Act, and he is the chairman of partment shirking its legal responsi- SMITH for his strong leadership here in the Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on bility. the House on matters dealing with reli- Africa, Global Health, Global Human But, as the Commission has found, gious freedom. Rights, and International Organiza- another eight countries should also be This bill, which has been endorsed by tions. placed on that list and were not placed all nine of the current Commissioners, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. I thank on the list. Those countries include would reauthorize the Commission for the chairman for his leadership and for Vietnam, whose recent so-called am- 4 years and require that the Commis- his commitment to human rights, par- nesty of more than 18,000 prisoners in- sion agree on a bipartisan strategic ticularly religious freedom, and I want cluded convicted murderers, convicted plan to be submitted to Congress with- to thank Senator CORKER for helping to drug dealers, human traffickers. in 180 days. Moreover, the Commission shepherd this legislation through the

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Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gen- created as part of the landmark Inter- Mr. Speaker, the world faces a deep- tleman from Texas (Mr. POE), the national Religious Freedom Act of 1998, ening crisis of religious freedom re- chairman of the Foreign Affairs Sub- originally authored by my good friend strictions and abuses by governments. committee on Terrorism, Nonprolifera- and former colleague Frank Wolf, who The Pew Foundation estimates that tion, and Trade. provided exemplary service and leader- over 75 percent of the world’s popu- Mr. POE of Texas. I thank the chair- ship in this House. lation lives in countries where severe man for yielding time. The creation of USCIRF made the religious freedom abuses are common- Mr. Speaker, religious liberty is the promotion and protection of religious place. Ancient Christian communities first right in our Bill of Rights, and it freedom a priority of U.S. foreign pol- in Iraq and Syria are on the verge of is in the First Amendment. There are icy; and believe me, before the passage extinction, and other religious minori- five rights in the First Amendment. of this law, it was not. Since its incep- ties in the Middle East face a constant Religious liberty is the first of those tion, USCIRF has been a valuable, assault from ISIS. ISIS, as we all five rights. That is not by accident. independent, and bipartisan source of know, has committed and is commit- Our ancestors believed in the right of information and policy recommenda- ting genocide, mass atrocities, and war religious liberty. tions for the Congress, U.S. Govern- crimes. In fact, throughout the world today, ment, and the American people. China continues to suppress religious religious freedom is the most impor- Mr. Speaker, USCIRF gives voice to practice broadly and with impunity. It tant personal right for many, many persecuted religious groups and raises has been another punishing year for people of all religious faiths—the right prisoner cases, individual cases, at the the Tibetan Buddhists, Uighur Mus- to practice one’s religion free of perse- highest levels of the U.S. Government. lims, Christians, as well as Falun Gong cution regardless of what that religion USCIRF’s annual report—and I encour- practitioners who face restrictions, im- is. age Members to read it—often provides prisonment, and torture. Mr. Speaker, Saddique Azam was pro- a fuller view of violations of religious The SPEAKER pro tempore. The moted as the headmaster of an elemen- freedom than the State Department’s time of the gentleman has expired. tary school in Pakistan a few months International Religious Freedom Re- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield the ago. Three Muslim teachers didn’t like port. As an independent body, USCIRF gentleman an additional 30 seconds. the fact that they had a Christian as has the political freedom to report the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Burma is their boss. So, yesterday, about 7:45 in facts and provide critical insight and a problem; Rohingya Muslims face the morning, they stormed his office recommendations on countries like problems. In Pakistan, as we all know, and demanded that he resign because Vietnam, Pakistan, India, Cuba, or there are problems; in Iran, not just he was a Christian. He refused. They China, countries where the U.S. Gov- with the Baha’i who are persecuted beat him up until he was rescued by ernment may be hesitant to draw at- again and have been facing that with some other staff members. tention to religious rights violations unrelenting pressure, but also other Curricula in schools throughout the because it is concerned about upsetting Christians who live there and other world are teaching religious intoler- foreign governments. Muslims. ance. The Saudi school curriculum It needs to be noted that in the be- Mr. Speaker, the need for USCIRF is openly vilifies other faiths, including ginning, the Clinton administration ac- clear, and I hope all Members will sup- Jews and Christians. Not too long ago, tively opposed passage of the Inter- port this important human rights leg- there was a 14-year-old boy by the national Religious Freedom Act of 1998. islation. name of Ayman Nabil Labib, a Chris- I know because I chaired the hearings. I thank the Chair, and I thank my tian in Egypt, a Coptic Christian. He We heard from people like Assistant friend for yielding. went to school. The teacher of his Secretary John Shattuck, who said it Mr. CICILLINE. Mr. Speaker, I do class, a non-Christian, saw that he had would create a hierarchy of human not have any more speakers, so I yield a cross on his wrist. Coptic Christians rights, which it did not. It put religious myself the balance of my time. I understand have a tattoo of a cross. freedom in its rightful place. Of course, First, again, I want to thank our He was told to cover up the cross. He years later, people from the adminis- chairman, ED ROYCE, and our ranking did not. In fact, he pulled out a cross tration pointed out that none of that member ELIOT ENGEL for, once again, from underneath his shirt and dis- happened and it was a very important the bipartisan way in which the work played it as well. The teacher grabbed addition to our work. I also want to of the Foreign Affairs Committee is him around the neck and started chok- note that a very broad coalition sup- conducted, evidenced again today with ing him and asked the other students: ported and continued to support IRFA strong bipartisan support for this bill. What are you going to do about this? in general and USCIRF in particular. I also want to acknowledge the great And they beat him to death—a 14-year- In the end, President Clinton did sign leadership of Congressman SMITH, who old Coptic Christian in Egypt. the legislation into law. has worked in this area for a very long Persecution happens to all faiths The U.S. Conference of Catholic time. throughout the world. Bishops endorses USCIRF’s reauthor- Mr. Speaker, my home State, Rhode It is the most important, in my opin- ization, as do over 80 different non- Island, was founded by ROGER WIL- ion, human right, natural right, to governmental organizations and reli- LIAMS, searching for a place that re- practice one’s faith, religion, and belief gious groups, part of the International spects religious freedom. Rhode Island freely without persecution by govern- Religious Freedom Roundtable. These is home to the oldest synagogue in ment especially. This legislation helps groups sent a letter to every Member of America, the Touro Synagogue, where protect that right worldwide. It is an Congress and said, in pertinent part, President Washington famously wrote important right here, but, as I said, it ‘‘while there is very little we agree on to the Hebrew congregation at Touro is a natural right, and it should be pro- theologically, or politically, we all Synagogue to reassure them that this tected. I support this legislation be- agree on the importance of religious new, young Nation will be a place that cause it protects the basic right of reli- freedom.’’ respects religious freedom of all its gious freedom. Mr. Speaker, bipartisan cooperation citizens. It is this Commission that And that is just the way it is. is critically important at a time when continues to promote that work around Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- religious freedom is under siege the world, to ensure that religious free- self such time as I may consume. through the world. Anti-Semitism, per- dom is respected everywhere in the Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressmen vasive in most of the Middle East, has world. CHRIS SMITH, DAVID CICILLINE, and spread like a cancer to parts of Europe. Mr. Speaker, I strongly urge all of Judge TED POE. The increase in violence perpetrated my colleagues to support this legisla- Two weeks ago, we were all here on against Christians, Muslims, and other tion. the floor of the House, and we heard

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This has led to ‘‘unprecedented violence’’ such individual’s access authorization for Of course, that freedom is not only an against Uigher Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists, such secure area is withdrawn; and American possession, and it is not only Catholics, Protestants, and Falun Gong practi- ‘‘(C) provide a means to differentiate be- enjoyed by certain religions. That free- tioners. tween individuals authorized to have access dom flows from the inherent dignity of And the list goes on and on. to an entire secure area and individuals au- every human person and should be pro- thorized access to only a particular portion An attack on the religious belief of one is an of a secure area. tected wherever it is threatened. attack on all of us. ‘‘(2) FACTORS.—The Administrator shall The United States Commission on USCIRF is a unique, independent voice call- consider the following factors when estab- International Religious Freedom re- ing the world to pay attention and act, espe- lishing the screening model described in mains a strong, independent, and au- cially when this freedom can take a backseat paragraph (1): thoritative voice on behalf of religious in foreign affairs. ‘‘(A) Whether and how often employees at believers everywhere. This measure The world forgets that the chilling of reli- airports require employment-related access will ensure that it continues to pursue to Secure Identification Display Areas, Air- gious belief is the first step toward totalitarian port Operations Areas, or secure areas. the Commission’s nonpartisan mission control over all areas of life. ‘‘(B) The ability of each airport operator to of promoting around the world the All other freedoms flow from religious liberty. reduce employee entry and exit points to a right of religious liberty that we hold Without the freedom to believe what your mutually agreed upon minimum number of so dear as a nation. It deserves our conscience tells you, and live that belief out such entry and exit points necessary to unanimous support. without fear of violence or other persecution, maintain airport operations. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance all other freedoms are meaningless. ‘‘(C) In consultation with airport opera- of my time. USCIRF recognizes this reality, and acts in tors, the ability of the Administration to create a randomization plan for screening at Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today defense of all peoples everywhere. the defined operational minimum entry and to support a commission which embodies the I urge the House and reauthorize this impor- exit points at airports which maximizes the highest of our democratic principles: independ- tant commission, and continue to defend and deterrent effect of screening efforts. ence, bipartisanship, transparency and the de- promote our First Amendment freedoms ‘‘(b) DISQUALIFYING OFFENSES.— fense of our fundamental freedoms. around the world. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days The United States Commission on Inter- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The after the date of the enactment of this sec- national Religious Freedom was created from question is on the motion offered by tion, the Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the Federal Bureau of a landmark piece of legislation, the 1998 Inter- the gentleman from California (Mr. Investigation, labor organizations rep- national Religious Freedom Act (IRFA). ROYCE) that the House suspend the resenting aviation, ground, and cabin crew How that bill came about is a story in its rules and pass the bill, S. 2078. workers, and the Aviation Security Advisory own right, and a demonstration of how a di- The question was taken; and (two- Committee, shall conduct an aviation secu- verse set of our nation’s leaders can come to- thirds being in the affirmative) the rity risk-based review of the disqualifying gether to protect a foundational freedom. rules were suspended and the bill was criminal offenses codified in sections 1542.209 One of the best ways to expose attacks on passed. and 1544.229 of title 49, Code of Federal Regu- religious freedom is meticulous chronicling of lations, to determine the appropriateness of A motion to reconsider was laid on such offenses as a basis for denying to an em- such abuses and then proclaiming them loud the table. ployee a credential that allows unescorted and clear to a watching world. f access to Secure Identification Display The importance of USCIRF’s mission of Areas of airports. Such review shall consider monitoring, recording and publishing attacks AIRPORT ACCESS CONTROL SECU- the following: on religious belief—or any belief at all—cannot RITY IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2015 ‘‘(A) The adequacy of codified disqualifying be overestimated. offenses to address the current aviation secu- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I move to rity threat environment, particularly the Their annual report is an invaluable ref- suspend the rules and pass the bill erence for my colleagues and me and our terrorism insider threat. (H.R. 3102) to amend the Homeland Se- ‘‘(B) If such codified disqualifying offenses staffs. curity Act of 2002 to reform programs should be tailored to address the current Like the TIP report which monitors coun- of the Transportation Security Admin- aviation security threat environment, par- tries’ records on human trafficking, the istration, streamline transportation se- ticularly the terrorism insider threat, by ex- USCIRF annual report exposes lawbreakers curity regulations, and for other pur- cluding or including other offenses. and violators of human rights—and rec- ‘‘(C) The potential security benefits, draw- poses, as amended. backs, and challenges associated with identi- ommends what actions should be taken. The Clerk read the title of the bill. And we have seen how across the world re- fying patterns of misdemeanors or of other The text of the bill is as follows: ligious minorities are under attack. non-disqualifying offenses that could jeop- ardize aviation security. Christians made up 20 percent of the Middle H.R. 3102 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- ‘‘(D) The feasibility of integrating similar East population at the start of the 20th cen- departmental eligibility requirements for ac- tury. resentatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, cess to Secure Identification Display Areas Given a sustained attack in recent years on of airports. Christian belief and practice, that number is SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(E) If the ten year look-back period for This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Airport Ac- disqualifying offenses is appropriate, in light now around 5 percent and declining. cess Control Security Improvement Act of In fact, less than 1 percent of the world’s of the current aviation security threat envi- 2015’’. ronment, particularly the terrorism insider more than 2 billion Christians live in the Mid- SEC. 2. AVIATION SECURITY. dle East—the birthplace of the religion. threat. (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle A of title XVI of ‘‘(2) WAIVER.—Not later than 180 days after Other religions and belief systems have suf- the Homeland Security Act of 2002 is amend- the date of the enactment of this section, the fered under sustained persecution. ed by adding at the end the following new Administrator shall provide an adequate re- Yazidis in Iraq and Syria have been system- section: dress process for an employee who is subject atically targeted by ISIS for slavery and execu- ‘‘SEC. 1602. RISK-BASED SCREENING OF EMPLOY- to an adverse employment decision, includ- tion. EES AT AIRPORTS. ing removal or suspension of such employee, Just this week, news reports have revealed ‘‘(a) SCREENING MODEL.— due to a disqualifying offense referred to in Yazidi women have taken their own lives out ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days paragraph (1), that is consistent with the ap- of despair after repeated rapes and assaults. after the date of the enactment of this sec- peals and waiver process established for ap- tion, the Administrator shall establish a plicants for commercial motor vehicle haz- USCIRF has documented ethnic cleansing risk-based, intelligence-driven model for the ardous materials endorsements and transpor- of Muslims and sectarian violence in the Cen- screening of employees at airports based on tation workers at ports under section tral African Republic, and urged the State De- level of access and employment positions at 70105(c) of title 46, United States Code. partment designate it as a Country of Par- domestic airports. Such screening model ‘‘(3) NOTICE.—Any changes to the Secure ticular Concern. shall— Identification Display area badge program,

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Is there tion of the aviation security risk-based re- Committee, shall conduct an updated and view required under paragraph (1), the Ad- thorough review of airport access controls. objection to the request of the gen- ministrator shall brief the Committee on ‘‘(h) EMPLOYEE SCREENING STUDY.— tleman from New York? Homeland Security of the House of Rep- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days There was no objection. resentatives and the Committee on Home- after the date of the enactment of this sec- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- land Security and Governmental Affairs and tion, the Administrator, in consultation self such time as I may consume. the Committee on Commerce, Science, and with the Aviation Security Advisory Com- H.R. 3102 is a critically important, bi- Transportation of the Senate on the results mittee, shall submit to the Committee on partisan piece of legislation, which of such review. Homeland Security of the House of Rep- serves as a culmination of months of ‘‘(c) CREDENTIALING.—Not later than 120 resentatives, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the intense oversight on the issue of air- days after the date of the enactment of this port access controls and the insider section, the Administrator, in consultation Committee on Commerce, Science, and with the Aviation Security Advisory Com- Transportation of the Senate, and the Comp- threat to aviation security. mittee, shall review the auditing procedures troller General of the United States a cost The gaps in airport employee access for all airport-issued identification media. and feasibility study of a statistically sig- control made headlines after an inves- Such review shall determine the following: nificant number of Category I, II, and X air- tigation revealed that aviation em- ‘‘(1) The efficacy of the auditing program ports, that ensures that all employee entry ployees were trafficking weapons and requirements at domestic airports to ensure and exit points that lead to secure areas of ammunitions between Atlanta and New such airports are comprised of the following: the integrity, accountability, and control of York. More than 170 guns were traf- airport-issued identification media. ‘‘(A) A secure door utilizing card and pin entry or biometric technology. ficked in such a manner. ‘‘(2) The feasibility of including biometrics Furthermore, a recent inspector gen- standards for all airport-issued identifica- ‘‘(B) Surveillance video recording, capable tion media used for identity verification and of storing video data for at least 30 days. eral report found that TSA failed to badge verification. ‘‘(C) Advanced screening technologies, in- identify 73 aviation workers with pos- ‘‘(3) The feasibility of integrating other de- cluding at least one of the following: sible links to terrorism. Lastly, at air- partmental programs’ eligibility require- ‘‘(i) Magnetometer (walk-through or hand- ports such as Dallas/Fort Worth, Los ments for access to secure areas of airports. held). Angeles International, and Oakland, ‘‘(d) VETTING.— ‘‘(ii) Explosives detection canines. ‘‘(iii) Explosives trace detection swabbing. many major drug-trafficking rings ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days have been uncovered involving employ- after the date of the enactment of this sec- ‘‘(iv) Advanced imaging technology. tion, the Administrator shall— ‘‘(v) X-ray bag screening technology. ees using their insider ability to access ‘‘(A) establish a program to allow airport ‘‘(2) CONTENTS.—The study required under the airports. badging offices to utilize the employment paragraph (1) shall include information re- It is the responsibility of this com- eligibility confirmation system established lated to the employee screening costs of mittee to act to prevent similar stories under section 404 of the Illegal Immigration those airports which have already imple- from continuing to emerge. Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of mented practices of screening one-hundred Specifically, H.R. 3102 requires TSA 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1324a note; commonly referred percent of employees entering secure areas to consult with Federal and private to as ‘E-Verify’) to determine the eligibility of airports, including the following: ‘‘(A) Costs associated with establishing an sector partners to review existing em- to work in the United States of all appli- ployee screening protocols and work cants seeking access to secure areas of air- operational minimum number of employee ports; entry and exit points. comprehensively to improve the effec- ‘‘(B) establish a process to transmit appli- ‘‘(B) A comparison of costs associated with tiveness of controls at airports across cants’ biometric fingerprint data to the Of- implementing the requirements specified in the United States. fice of Biometric Identity Management’s paragraph (1), based on whether such imple- Moreover, the bill improves stand- (OBIM’s) Automated Biometrics Identifica- mentation was carried out by the Adminis- ards of vetting for the credentials tion System (IDENT) for vetting; and tration or airports. granted to individuals with access to ‘‘(3) COMPTROLLER GENERAL ASSESSMENT.— ‘‘(C) conduct a data quality assessment to secure areas of airports and takes a ro- ensure that credential application data ele- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Upon completion of the study required under paragraph (1), the bust approach to bolstering the over- ments received by the Administration are sight of the access given to these em- complete and match the data submitted by Comptroller General of the United States the airport operators. shall review such study to assess the quality ployees. H.R. 3102 codifies a number of rec- ‘‘(2) BRIEFING TO CONGRESS.—Upon comple- and reliability of such study. tion of the responsibilities specified in para- ‘‘(B) ASSESSMENT.—Not later than 60 days ommendations put forward by the graph (1), the Administrator shall brief the after the receipt of the study required under Aviation Security Advisory Com- Committee on Homeland Security of the paragraph (1), the Comptroller General of the mittee, which examined the issue of House of Representatives and the Committee United States shall report to the Committee airport access controls earlier this year on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- on Homeland Security of the House of Rep- resentatives and the Committee on Home- at our urging. fairs and the Committee on Commerce, This legislation reflects rigorous Science, and Transportation of the Senate on land Security and Governmental Affairs and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and oversight, including a number of hear- the results of such completion. ings, site visits, and briefings from ‘‘(e) REPORTING OF VIOLATIONS.—Not later Transportation of the Senate on the results than 180 days after the date of the enactment of the review required under subparagraph Homeland Security, TSA, the FBI, and of this section, the Administrator shall es- (A).’’. aviation stakeholders. tablish a nationwide program for the anony- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of Furthermore, I am very proud of the mous reporting of violations of airport secu- contents of the Homeland Security Act of cooperation among our private sector rity. 2002 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1601 the following new stakeholders, Federal partners, and the ‘‘(f) CENTRALIZED DATABASE.—Not later labor community that has helped to than 180 days after the date of the enactment item: of this section, the Administrator, in con- ‘‘Sec. 1602. Risk-based screening of employ- bring this bill to the floor today. sultation with the Aviation Security Advi- ees at airports.’’. Throughout this legislation’s devel- sory Committee, shall— The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- opment, we have worked tirelessly ‘‘(1) establish a national database of em- ant to the rule, the gentleman from with the same end goal in mind: to en- ployees who have had either their airport or New York (Mr. KATKO) and the gen- hance the security of our Nation’s air- aircraft operator-issued badge revoked for tleman from Louisiana (Mr. RICHMOND) ports and mitigate threats to aviation failure to comply with aviation security re- workers and the traveling public. quirements; each will control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman The insider threat to aviation is real, ‘‘(2) determine the appropriate reporting and it is critical that we evolve our se- mechanisms for airports and airlines to sub- from New York. curity standards and best practices to mit data regarding employees described in b 1715 paragraph (1) and to access the database es- stay abreast of changing threats to tablished pursuant to such paragraph; and GENERAL LEAVE transportation. ‘‘(3) establish a process that allows individ- Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I ask I wish to thank Ranking Member uals whose names were mistakenly entered unanimous consent that all Members RICE and Ranking Member THOMPSON

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The ner. act in a bipartisan manner to attack a question is on the motion offered by I also wish the thank the chairman of problem. the gentleman from New York (Mr. the full committee, Mr. MCCAUL, for I urge my colleagues to support this KATKO) that the House suspend the his support on the committee’s over- bill. rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3102, as sight efforts and for seeing this bill I yield back the balance of my time. amended. through the committee. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, as a sen- The question was taken; and (two- Together—together—we can fix these ior member of the Homeland Security Com- thirds being in the affirmative) the problems and assure the American pub- mittee, I rise to speak on H.R. 3102, the ‘‘Air- rules were suspended and the bill, as lic that their aviation system is secure port Access Control Security Improvement Act amended, was passed. and adaptive to changing threats. of 2015,’’ which amends the Homeland Secu- A motion to reconsider was laid on I urge all Members to join me in sup- rity Act of 2002 to reform programs of the the table. porting this bill. Transportation Security Administration, and f I reserve the balance of my time. streamline transportation security regulations. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I yield The objective of the bill is to establish a CURITY CYBERSECURITY STRAT- myself such time as I may consume. risk-based, intelligence-driven model for the EGY ACT OF 2015 I rise to speak in support of H.R. 3102. screening of employees at airports based on Mr. RATCLIFFE. Mr. Speaker, I Last year we learned that airport level of access and employment positions at move to suspend the rules and pass the employees used their access to the se- domestic airports. bill (H.R. 3510) to amend the Homeland cure areas of airports to bypass screen- The model is intended to ensure that only Security Act of 2002 to require the Sec- ing to smuggle weapons and drugs onto those individuals authorized to have access to retary of Homeland Security to develop commercial flights. secure areas of a domestic airport are per- a cybersecurity strategy for the De- In response, then-Acting Adminis- mitted such access. partment of Homeland Security, and trator Melvin Carraway requested that The model must be able to differentiate be- for other purposes, as amended. TSA’s stakeholder advisory com- tween individuals authorized to have access to The Clerk read the title of the bill. mittee, the Aviation Security Advisory an entire secure area and those who are not The text of the bill is as follows: Committee, take on the challenge of permitted access. H.R. 3510 evaluating airport access controls and The Director of the FBI and Director of the Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- come up with approaches to address se- Aviation Security Advisory Committee are di- resentatives of the United States of America in curity vulnerabilities. rected to review the disqualifying criminal of- Congress assembled, In April, the ASAC issued a thought- fenses in the Code of Federal Regulations to SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ful report with 28 recommendations determine the adequacy for an individual to This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Department designated to mitigate threats and have continued access to Secure Identification of Homeland Security Cybersecurity Strat- egy Act of 2015’’. risks associated with airport access Display Areas of airports. SEC. 2. CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY FOR THE DE- controls. The review based on the current language PARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECU- Congress approved legislation in De- of the bill would consider whether the list of RITY. cember 2014 to codify ASAC in law in disqualifying offenses should be amended to (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle C of title II of the hopes that it would result in better include other offenses. the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. aviation security policymaking at As House Judiciary Committee’s Ranking 141 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end TSA. Member on the Subcommittee on Crime, Ter- the following new section: We envisioned a process in which var- rorism and Investigation, I am concerned that ‘‘SEC. 230. CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY. ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days ious stakeholders throughout the avia- the bill contains this language. after the date of the enactment of this sec- tion community were able to come to- At a time when we are discussing the rights tion, the Secretary shall develop a depart- gether and address security issues af- of non-violent offenders to have an oppor- mental strategy to carry out cybersecurity fecting the industry. In this instance, tunity, if their conduct and records dictate to responsibilities as set forth in law. the process worked as envisioned, and be able to fully reintegration into society, that ‘‘(b) CONTENTS.—The strategy required TSA is making sure and steady there may be other efforts to make this proc- under subsection (a) shall include the fol- progress towards addressing many of lowing: ess more difficult without a serious review of ‘‘(1) Strategic and operational goals and the recommendations. why such measures should be taken and for priorities to successfully execute the full I believe that, by advancing this bill whom should they be applied? range of the Secretary’s cybersecurity re- today, we will send a message to TSA I would offer to work with my fellow mem- sponsibilities. and aviation stakeholders that we have bers on the House Committee on Homeland ‘‘(2) Information on the programs, policies, a strong interest in raising the bar Security to consider carefully the reasons for and activities that are required to success- when it comes to securing our Nation’s any expansion on this list, especially if the ex- fully execute the full range of the Sec- airports. pansion only involves the Department of retary’s cybersecurity responsibilities, in- Mr. Speaker, in closing, I simply reit- cluding programs, policies, and activities in Homeland Security. furtherance of the following: erate that the committee remains in- There are similar concerns regarding lan- ‘‘(A) Cybersecurity functions set forth in terested in raising the level of security guage in the bill that may extend the period of the second section 226 (relating to the na- within our Nation’s airports. As such, time that may be considered between a par- tional cybersecurity and communications in- we will continue to track TSA’s efforts ticular situation and the life a person is cur- tegration center). at bolstering access controls and ad- rently leading. ‘‘(B) Cybersecurity investigations capabili- dressing the ASAC’s recommendations. Considering behavior of a teenager when ties. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance considering the conduct of a 35 year-old adult, ‘‘(C) Cybersecurity research and develop- of my time. the weight of the consideration should be on ment. Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- ‘‘(D) Engagement with international cyber- the life of the adult and the seriousness of the security partners. self such time as I may consume. offense. ‘‘(c) CONSIDERATIONS.—In developing the Mr. Speaker, the issues addressed in Any new model that may be developed that strategy required under subsection (a), the H.R. 3102 are a pressing concern to the would impact the employability of current per- Secretary shall— security of our Nation’s airports. It is sons who hold access credentials and future ‘‘(1) consider— critical that we send this bill to the employees should be further reviewed by the ‘‘(A) the cybersecurity strategy for the Senate today. Congress cannot stand full committee prior to becoming policy. Homeland Security Enterprise published by idly by and grant tacit approval to lax the Secretary in November 2011; The bill’s goals are important—the House ‘‘(B) the Department of Homeland Security security standards for employees when should consider every aspect of airport secu- Fiscal Years 2014–2018 Strategic Plan; and we have the authority and responsi- rity to improve aviation safety. ‘‘(C) the most recent Quadrennial Home- bility to spur action and keep the trav- I will continue to work in my capacity on land Security Review issued pursuant to sec- eling public safe from harm. both the House Committee on Homeland Se- tion 707; and

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Mr. Speaker, I ask clearly stated that any reorganization plan for the strategy that includes the fol- unanimous consent that all Members or realignment should require congres- lowing: may have 5 legislative days in which to sional authorization. ‘‘(1) Strategic objectives and corresponding revise and extend their remarks and to Over the past several years, the Com- tasks. include any extraneous material on the mittee on Homeland Security, on ‘‘(2) Projected timelines and costs for such tasks. bill under consideration. which I serve, has built up a collabo- ‘‘(3) Metrics to evaluate performance of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there rative working relationship with the such tasks. objection to the request of the gen- NPPD, consulting with it to pass sev- ‘‘(e) CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT.—The Sec- tleman from Texas? eral strong and bipartisan pieces of leg- retary shall submit to the Committee on There was no objection. islation to improve chemical security Homeland Security of the House of Rep- Mr. RATCLIFFE. Mr. Speaker, I and to strengthen DHS’ cybersecurity resentatives and the Committee on Home- yield myself such time as I may con- land Security and Governmental Affairs of mission and stature in the Federal sume. Government. the Senate for assessment the following: Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support Given our shared goal of protecting ‘‘(1) A copy of the strategy required under of H.R. 3510, the Department of Home- this country and the committee’s con- subsection (a) upon issuance. land Security Cybersecurity Strategy ‘‘(2) A copy of the implementation plan re- tinued legislative oversight efforts to Act of 2015, sponsored by Representa- quired under subsection (d) upon issuance, strengthen DHS’ cybersecurity func- tive CEDRIC RICHMOND, ranking member together with detailed information on any tions, it is essential that the Depart- of the Cybersecurity, Infrastructure associated legislative or budgetary pro- ment submit any proposal to Congress Protection, and Security Technologies posals. prior to reorganization or realignment. ‘‘(f) CLASSIFIED INFORMATION.—The strat- Subcommittee, of which I am the It is Congress’ role and responsibility egy required under subsection (a) shall be in chairman. an unclassified form but may contain a clas- This legislation would require the to authorize the key responsibilities of sified annex. Department of Homeland Security to the executive branch to include ‘‘(g) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in strengthening our cybersecurity pos- this section may be construed as permitting develop and to submit to Congress a cybersecurity strategy and implemen- ture and ensuring the security and re- the Department to engage in monitoring, siliency of our Nation’s critical infra- surveillance, exfiltration, or other collection tation plan. Because the Department of activities for the purpose of tracking an indi- Homeland Security is charged with se- structure. vidual’s personally identifiable information. curing the dot-gov domain and working I would like to thank Mr. RICHMOND ‘‘(h) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: with the private sector to secure the for the work that he and his staff have ‘‘(1) CYBERSECURITY RISK.—The term ‘cy- dot-com domain, a comprehensive stra- done to come together in a bipartisan bersecurity risk’ has the meaning given such tegic plan and implementation plan way on this legislation. term in the second section 226, relating to I urge all Members to join me in sup- the national cybersecurity and communica- will support DHS’ essential cybersecu- rity mission. porting this bill. tions integration center. I reserve the balance of my time. ‘‘(2) HOMELAND SECURITY ENTERPRISE.—The Mr. Speaker, too often these days term ‘Homeland Security Enterprise’ means cyber attacks disrupt the operations of Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I yield relevant governmental and nongovernmental government, of businesses, and of the myself such time as I may consume. entities involved in homeland security, in- lives of the American people. The in- I rise in support of H.R. 3510. cluding Federal, State, local, and tribal gov- creasingly sophisticated nature of the Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the ernment officials, private sector representa- cyber threats we face on a daily basis chairman of the subcommittee, Mr. tives, academics, and other policy experts. underscore the need to manage and RATCLIFFE. I want to thank the chair- ‘‘(3) INCIDENT.—The term ‘incident’ has the man of the full committee, Mr. meaning given such term in the second sec- strengthen the cybersecurity of our MCCAUL, and the ranking member of tion 226, relating to the national cybersecu- Nation’s critical infrastructure. the full committee, Mr. THOMPSON, who rity and communications integration cen- The Government Accountability Of- ter.’’. fice has recommended the implementa- all signed on and support this legisla- (b) PROHIBITION ON REORGANIZATION.—The tion of an overarching Federal cyberse- tion. Secretary of Homeland Security may not curity strategy. H.R. 3510 is an impor- H.R. 3510, the Department of Home- change the location or reporting structure of tant step toward accomplishing this land Security Cybersecurity Strategy the National Protection and Programs Direc- task. Act of 2015, will require the Secretary torate of the Department of Homeland Secu- of Homeland Security to develop a rity, or the location or reporting structure of H.R. 3510 also precludes any reorga- any office or component of the Directorate, nization effort of the Department of comprehensive strategy and implemen- unless the Secretary receives prior author- Homeland Security’s National Protec- tation plan for carrying out its diverse ization from Congress permitting such tion and Programs Directorate, or and complex cyber and information se- change. NPPD, without congressional approval. curity missions. (c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of This is an effort to ensure that con- Today the Department of Homeland contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Se- gressional oversight is conducted. Security is not only responsible for curity Act of 2002 is amended by adding at working with Federal agencies to pro- the end of the list of items for subtitle C of Mr. Speaker, in June of this year, a title II the following new item: story in the press announced that the tect Federal civilian networks, but also ‘‘Sec. 230. Cybersecurity strategy.’’. NPPD was planning a significant reor- for helping to bolster information secu- (d) AMENDMENT TO DEFINITION.—Paragraph ganization. Since June, very few spe- rity within the private sector, prin- (2) of subsection (a) of the second section 226 cifics have emerged, and even those cipally through the National Cyberse- of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 that have have been very sparse in de- curity and Communications Integra- U.S.C. 148; relating to the national cyberse- tail. tion Center. curity and communications integration cen- The details that have been made pub- It also plays a major role in informa- ter) is amended to read as follows: lic elicit concern because they support tion security research and develop- ‘‘(2) the term ‘incident’ means an occur- rence that actually or imminently jeopard- overhauling the infrastructure protec- ment, cyber crime investigations, and izes, without lawful authority, the integrity, tion and cybersecurity functions of the international engagement with cyber- confidentiality, or availability of informa- directorate without providing details security partners. tion on an information system, or actually on exactly what this would mean for My bill requires DHS to put in place or imminently jeopardizes, without lawful the mission, for the structure, or for a strategy that includes necessary authority, an information system;’’. the workforce of the directorate. strategic and operational goals for exe- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- The language in this bill follows a bi- cuting the Secretary’s broad respon- ant to the rule, the gentleman from partisan letter sent just last month to sibilities.

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The report, entitled information on 21.5 million current and former pay on average $53,000 a year, which is 10 ‘‘DHS Can Strengthen Its Cyber Mis- federal employees and their families. percent higher than jobs with similar education sion Coordination Efforts,’’ found that In 2014, the following agencies reported requirements. intradepartmental coordination was breaches: The State Department revealed that There will be STEM winners and losers, but lacking and recommended that the De- its unclassified email network had been not because the skills needed are too difficult partment develop a comprehensive breached in a cyberattack; the U.S. Postal to obtain, but because people are not aware cross-departmental strategic imple- Service reported that 800,000 personnel files of the jobs that are going unfilled today, nor mentation plan that defines each com- were potentially affected by a cyber breach; do they know what education or training will ponent’s cyber missions and respon- the Department of Health and Human Serv- create job security for the next 2 to 3 decades. sibilities. ices reported cyber intruders had accessed a I am very aware of the importance of STEM The Department operates frontline server used to test code for the healthcare.gov job training and education. programs that protect this Nation from website and installed malicious software; and A third of Houston jobs are in STEM-based manmade and natural disasters. With the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the fields. cyber threats increasingly at the fore- agency that oversees the U.S. nuclear power Houston has the second largest concentra- front today, it is essential that all of industry, revealed a number of attempted in- tions of engineers (22.4 for every 1,000 work- the Department’s day-to-day programs, trusions and three successful intrusions into its ers according to the Greater Houston Partner- policies, and activities are effective computer systems. ship.) and meeting its multi-layered cyberse- In cyber time, which is near the speed of Houston has 59,070 engineers, the second curity responsibilities. light—federal computer networks will not get a largest populations in the nation. As the lead Federal agency respon- warning from a determined enemy that an at- STEM jobs are at the core of Houston’s sible for securing Federal civilian net- tack is occurring. economic success, but what we have done works and as the vital cyber informa- Our nation’s critical infrastructure and civil- with STEM innovation and job creation in the tion-sharing partner to national crit- ian government agencies depend on the cy- city of Houston is not enough to satisfy the re- ical infrastructures, it is crucial that bersecurity talent and resources that the De- gions demand for STEM trained workers. the Department have a comprehensive partment of Homeland Security can provide on We anticipate that in the next 5 years the and achievable strategic plan in place. the frontline to defend against attacks. gap in the number of people with STEM skills Mr. Speaker, in recent years, Con- As with other threats that this nation has and training will not keep up with the number gress has provided significant resources faced and overcome, we must create the re- of positions requiring those skills. to the Department to expand its cyber sources and the institutional responses to pro- I ask my colleagues to join me in support of operations and workforce. tect our nation against cyber threats while pre- H.R. 3510, the ‘‘Department of Homeland Se- A lot of money has been spent to re- serving our liberties and freedoms. curity Cybersecurity Strategy Act of 2015. spond to cyber events and persistent We cannot accomplish this task without the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The information security threats. We must full cooperation and support of the private sec- question is on the motion offered by make sure our investments in oper- tor, computing research community and aca- the gentleman from Texas (Mr. ational plans and research and develop- demia. RATCLIFFE) that the House suspend the ment are technically achievable and This level of engagement requires the trust rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3510, as transparent where they can be. and confidence of the American people that amended. Fundamentally, my bill seeks to en- this new cyber threat center will be used for The question was taken; and (two- sure that the Department takes a the purpose it was created and that the col- thirds being in the affirmative) the measurable, strategic posture that can laboration of others in this effort to better pro- rules were suspended and the bill, as be a model for others and to help pro- tect computing networks will be used only for amended, was passed. tect our Nation’s vulnerable informa- protection and defense. A motion to reconsider was laid on tion security networks. There are people with skills and those with the table. I ask for my colleagues’ support. the potential to develop skills that would be of f I yield back the balance of my time. benefit to our nation’s efforts to develop an ef- ADOPTIVE FAMILY RELIEF ACT b 1730 fective cybersecurity defense and deterrence Mr. RATCLIFFE. Mr. Speaker, I posture. Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speak- yield myself such time as I may con- It is my hope that as we move forward the er, I move to suspend the rules and sume. Committee on Homeland Security will continue pass the bill (S. 1300) to amend section Mr. Speaker, I once again urge my in a bipartisan manner to seek out the best 221 of the Immigration and Nationality colleagues to support H.R. 3510. ways to bring the brightest and most qualified Act to provide relief for adoptive fami- I thank Congressman RICHMOND for people into the government as cybersecurity lies from immigrant visa fees in cer- his bipartisan approach in bringing professionals. tain situations. this bill to the floor today. Toward that end, I am hosting a Town Hall The Clerk read the title of the bill. I yield back the balance of my time. on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, Town Hall’’ The text of the bill is as follows: Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, as a sen- on Minority Representation in the Cybersecu- S. 1300 ior member of the Homeland Security Com- rity Workforce. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- mittee, I rise in support of H.R. 3510, the ‘‘De- I am pleased to have the Chair of the Con- resentatives of the United States of America in partment of Homeland Security Cybersecurity gressional Hispanic Caucus join me in support Congress assembled, Strategy Act of 2015,’’ which amends the of this important Town Hall. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Homeland Security Act of 2002, to require the The message from the federal government This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Adoptive Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a to the public regarding the employment oppor- Family Relief Act’’. cybersecurity strategy for the Department of tunities available in STEM careers that include SEC. 2. WAIVER OF FEES FOR RENEWAL OF IMMI- GRANT VISA FOR ADOPTED CHILD Homeland Security. cybersecurity. IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS. The strategy must include information on It is my commitment that Historically Black Section 221(c) of the Immigration and Na- the programs, policies, and activities that are Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving tionality Act (8 U.S.C. 1201(c)) is amended to required to successfully execute the full range Institutions, Native American Colleges and read as follows: of the cybersecurity programs, policies, and Women’s Colleges and Universities should be ‘‘(c) PERIOD OF VALIDITY; RENEWAL OR RE- activities in furtherance of the Department of actively engaged when agencies conduct out- PLACEMENT.— Homeland Security’s mission regarding the reach and program development on cyberse- ‘‘(1) IMMIGRANT VISAS.—An immigrant visa National Cybersecurity and Communication In- curity. shall be valid for such period, not exceeding six months, as shall be by regulations pre- tegration Center. The Brookings’ Metropolitan Policy Pro- scribed, except that any visa issued to a The National Cybersecurity and Commu- gram’s report ‘‘The Hidden STEM Economy,’’ child lawfully adopted by a United States nication Integration Center addresses cyberse- reported that in 2011, 26 million jobs or 20 citizen and spouse while such citizen is serv- curity risks faced by federal and non-federal percent of all occupations required knowledge ing abroad in the United States Armed entities. in 1 or more STEM areas. Forces, or is employed abroad by the United

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Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. ‘‘(2) NONIMMIGRANT VISAS.—A non- er, on behalf of hundreds of American immigrant visa shall be valid for such peri- families who are separated from their 1300, the Adoptive Family Relief Act. ods as shall be by regulations prescribed. In children with no sense of certainty or As has been mentioned, 2 years ago, prescribing the period of validity of a non- knowing when they will be allowed to the Democratic Republic of the Congo immigrant visa in the case of nationals of see their children again or to know suspended issuing exit permits to chil- any foreign country who are eligible for such when their children will be home for dren who had been adopted and trying visas, the Secretary of State shall, insofar as good. That is because, in September of to leave the country to be with their practicable, accord to such nationals the 2013, now more than 2 years ago, the parents. To this day, that country con- same treatment upon a reciprocal basis as such foreign country accords to nationals of Democratic Republic of the Congo, or tinues to suspend issuing these per- the United States who are within a similar the DRC, ceased issuing exit visas, in- mits; and without permits, the children class; except that in the case of aliens who cluding visas for the more than 350 can’t join their mom and dad, the peo- are nationals of a foreign country and who children who had been fully legally ple who have adopted them, even either are granted refugee status and firmly adopted by American families. These though the children are in possession resettled in another foreign country or are families had fully complied with inter- of immigrant visas. granted permanent residence and residing in national adoption laws in both the Now, we know to be separated from a another foreign country, the Secretary of United States and the DRC, had al- child and not to be able to provide love State may prescribe the period of validity of and care for that child is a stressful such a visa based upon the treatment grant- ready spent months or years going ed by that other foreign country to alien ref- through the tedious intercountry adop- and tormenting episode for any parent. ugees and permanent residents, respectively, tion process, and some of them had al- For the families that adopted children in the United States. ready arrived in the DRC with the be- in the DRC, this is exacerbated by the ‘‘(3) VISA REPLACEMENT.—An immigrant lief that they would be bringing their fact that their children are stuck in a visa may be replaced under the original num- adoptive children home at last to their country that has one of the worst ber during the fiscal year in which the origi- forever families in America. healthcare systems in the world. nal visa was issued for an immigrant who es- Despite significant, ongoing efforts There are hundreds of families tablishes to the satisfaction of the consular throughout the United States—and officer that the immigrant— by both Congress and the State Depart- ‘‘(A) was unable to use the original immi- ment to alleviate any of the DRC Gov- about 350 of them are waiting simply grant visa during the period of its validity ernment’s concerns and resolve the for an exit permit—missing their chil- because of reasons beyond his control and for exit permit process, Mr. Speaker, it is dren and worried about the health of which he was not responsible; unknown when that suspension will be their children stuck in the DRC. The ‘‘(B) is found by a consular officer to be eli- lifted. Meanwhile, American adoptive only thing that is preventing them gible for an immigrant visa; and families are being faced with the added from bringing their child or children ‘‘(C) pays again the statutory fees for an burden of having to repeatedly renew home is this exit visa. application and an immigrant visa. their adoptive child’s adoption paper- Now, our visas are valid only for 6 ‘‘(4) FEE WAIVER.—If an immigrant visa was issued, on or after March 27, 2013, for a child work and visas in order to keep it up to months, unfortunately, and I think, as who has been lawfully adopted, or who is date. was mentioned, it costs $325 to renew a coming to the United States to be adopted, Thus, the Adoptive Family Relief Act visa even though, really, there is no by a United States citizen, any statutory im- grants flexibility to the State Depart- work involved. We have checked with migrant visa fees relating to a renewal or re- ment to waive the immigration visa re- the State Department, and there is placement of such visa may be waived or, if newal fees of $325 per child for adoptive minimal expense. So this is not going already paid, may be refunded upon request, families in America in extraordinary to be a hit on the State Department’s subject to such criteria as the Secretary of circumstances like this where the budget, but it is a hit on the budget of State may prescribe, if— ‘‘(A) the immigrant child was unable to use cause of delay is out of the family’s families. Some families have spent the original immigrant visa during the pe- control. Mr. Speaker, waiving the visa $1,000 over the past 2 years, and since riod of its validity as a direct result of ex- renewal fee would alleviate one portion we don’t know when the DRC is going traordinary circumstances, including the de- of the overwhelming burden that these to start issuing these visas, we don’t nial of an exit permit; and American families are enduring until know how much money these families ‘‘(B) if such inability was attributable to their adoptive child or children can are looking at in the future. factors beyond the control of the adopting travel to the U.S. This bipartisan bill doesn’t solve the parent or parents and of the immigrant.’’. While the U.S. Government continues exit problem, but at least it solves the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- to work toward the Democratic Repub- financial burden that we have put, not ant to the rule, the gentleman from Ar- lic of the Congo lifting the exit permit intentionally, on these families. It is izona (Mr. FRANKS) and the gentle- suspension, this legislation is critically the right thing to do. It will show sup- woman from California (Ms. LOFGREN) important and will offer some practical port for these families during this dis- each will control 20 minutes. relief to the American families held tressing time. The Chair recognizes the gentleman powerless in a very difficult situation. I reserve the balance of my time. from Arizona. It is my hope, Mr. Speaker, that the Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speak- GENERAL LEAVE many families waiting to bring their er, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speak- adopted children home will receive en- from Indiana (Mr. MESSER). er, I ask unanimous consent that all couragement from the strong bipar- Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Members may have 5 legislative days tisan effort here in Congress to support today in support of S. 1300, the Adop- within which to revise and extend their them during this time, as we work col- tive Family Relief Act. remarks and include extraneous mate- lectively to engage the DRC Govern- For many, family is everything, and rials on S. 1300 currently under consid- ment and work toward the suspension as any parent knows, not seeing your eration. being fully lifted. This bill is a re- child for even one day can be hard. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there minder to them that the Congress has Now, imagine you are separated from objection to the request of the gen- not and will not forget their plight, your child by over 6,000 miles for more tleman from Arizona? and we will not cease working on their than 2 years. This is the reality for too There was no objection. behalf until their families are finally many Americans. Hundreds of adopted Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speak- permanently united and whole. children are stuck in the Democratic er, I yield myself such time as I may Mr. Speaker, I especially want to Republic of the Congo because their consume. thank Chairman GOODLATTE and Chair- government has refused to provide the When I hold and kiss my little chil- man ROYCE for their noble and prin- paperwork required for these children dren good-bye to come to this place cipled leadership in helping to elevate to leave.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC7.017 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6817 For over 2 years, the Meyers, a fam- families to give them a bridge for the to provide for their new sons and ily in my district, have been waiting to financial burdens they face. daughters. bring home their son and daughter, I would point out that at one of my Mr. Speaker, unless the gentleman Papy and Octavie. We can do better for hearings, one of the witnesses really, in has additional speakers, I yield back Papy and Octavie and all the other a very powerful way, said—and her the balance of my time. children waiting to come home to their name was Jovana Jones, an adoptive Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speak- families. parent—‘‘As adoptive parents, we spend er, I yield myself such time as I may As the Department of State con- years preparing, and it is imperative consume. tinues to work to bring home these that our children come home imme- Mr. Speaker, there are very few children, S. 1300 would provide much- diately. We have done our part. Our things that we do in this body more needed relief to American families families have done all we can, and we important than trying to make sure going through this harrowing experi- are at our limit.’’ that parentless little children have ence. I urge my colleagues to vote for And then she said: ‘‘Our arms are hope in life. Through our State Depart- this legislation. It is the right thing to open now, and our homes are ready to ment, all across the world we do very do and worthy of your support. receive them today. We pray that our laudable things to try to make sure Ms. LOFGREN. I continue to reserve government mirrors our dedication and they have this chance in life. Some- the balance of my time. acts now so that our children come times it is orphanages; sometimes it is Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. I yield 3 home soon.’’ just other types of help through NGOs. minutes to the gentleman from New This is a very important piece of leg- In this particular case, we are doing Jersey (Mr. SMITH). islation that hopefully will facilitate everything that we can to facilitate Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. the adoption and, at least, help those children being put into a loving family Speaker, I rise in strong support of S. parents who are putting their money on a permanent basis. To bring some- 1300, the Adoptive Family Relief Act. on the line; and it allows them to fa- times childless parents together with This bill seeks to remove obstacles for cilitate that adoption, to just hang in often parentless children is, I think, a immigrant visas to be issued to adopt- there until they can get their children. very beautiful and noble effort on our ed children from other countries. It Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, before part. I hope that this bill allows that in eliminates fees for such visas. coming to the floor, I wanted to reas- a greater way with the DRC and, as Ms. Clearly, the challenge of caring for sure myself that the State Department LOFGREN mentioned, with other states orphans due to crises worldwide is in- did not have the authority to waive across the world if it becomes nec- creasing. Rather than frustrate, how- these fees just administratively. It is essary. ever, or undermine the compassion and pretty clear that they need this legisla- I am grateful for all the bipartisan the love of American families who seek tion in order to waive these fees. In support. I know this is something that to adopt, this legislation modestly fact, they want to waive the fees; they we have come together on. Again, I ex- seeks to remove some of those barriers want to support the families. So there press appreciation to Chairman ROYCE, and some of those obstacles. is no argument here between the House Chairman GOODLATTE, and to the gen- I would point out to my colleagues and Senate, between Republicans and tlewoman who has expressed her sup- that I have held of number of hearings Democrats, between the administra- port for this. on adoption in my subcommittee, the tion and the legislative branch. This is Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance Subcommittee on Africa, Global something that we can all agree on. of my time. Health, Global Human Rights, and You know, to raise kids is one of the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The International Organizations. At one of most wonderful experiences you can question is on the motion offered by those hearings several months ago, one ever have, and we have wonderful the gentleman from Arizona (Mr. of our witnesses made a very keen ob- American families that want to provide FRANKS) that the House suspend the servation that there are more than 50 a home for orphans, not only in the rules and pass the bill, S. 1300. million children orphaned on the con- DRC, but to orphans all around the The question was taken; and (two- tinent of Africa; and if you put that world. So it is really important for thirds being in the affirmative) the number in perspective, that would those of us in the government, admin- rules were suspended and the bill was make that number of children, if they istration, and Congress to do what we passed. were in a single country, the fourth can to support American families who A motion to reconsider was laid on largest country in all of Africa after want to raise these adoptive children. the table. Nigeria, Ethiopia, and the Democratic It is worth noting that the DRC is f Republic of the Congo. the problem today, but we have had One remedy, of course, for this crisis other problems in the past in other RECESS is intercountry adoption, which some- countries, in Latin America and Asia. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- times brings children from Africa to So this change in the law is going to ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair our shores to provide them with loving provide the necessary basis for reliev- declares the House in recess until ap- homes. Of course, this is only a partial ing parents from excessive fees should proximately 6:30 p.m. today. remedy. Many do find a place to live, a this occur, God forbid, with other coun- Accordingly (at 5 o’clock and 48 min- home with family members, but many tries. utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. others are left to fend for themselves. We would ask our State Department f This legislation recognizes that coun- to redouble its efforts with the DRC to tries’ policies do matter. Look at the get these exit permits underway. It is b 1830 Democratic Republic of the Congo. really unfair to the children and their AFTER RECESS Currently, there are more than 400 parents to keep these kids stranded. American families who have success- The recess having expired, the House fully adopted children from the DRC. b 1745 was called to order by the Speaker pro However, due to the DRC Government’s Finally, I would just note that we tempore (Mr. POE of Texas) at 6 o’clock suspension of exit permits, which was have not done very much by way of and 30 minutes p.m. implemented beginning in September anything touching on immigration f of 2013, many of these families have where we could have bipartisan sup- been unable to bring their adopted chil- port. I still wish that we had before us ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER dren home to the United States. About comprehensive immigration reform. PRO TEMPORE a dozen of those children have paid That is not this, but it doesn’t mean The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- with their lives, dying in the country that we shouldn’t support this. I think ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings before they could receive medical at- that it is important that we pass this will resume on motions to suspend the tention. Others are in dire need of med- and show these American parents that rules previously postponed. ical aid which, again, this legislation we are on their side and we hope that Votes will be taken in the following would help, at least, in terms of the they can use the funds that they save order:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.038 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6818 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 H.R. 1553, by the yeas and nays; and Johnson (GA) Miller (FL) Sanford The result of the vote was announced Johnson (OH) Miller (MI) Sarbanes H.R. 1839, by the yeas and nays. Johnson, E. B. Moolenaar Scalise as above recorded. The first electronic vote will be con- Johnson, Sam Mooney (WV) Schakowsky A motion to reconsider was laid on ducted as a 15-minute vote. The second Jolly Moore Schiff the table. electronic vote will be conducted as a Jones Moulton Schrader Stated for: Jordan Mullin Schweikert 5-minute vote. Joyce Mulvaney Scott (VA) Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Kaptur Murphy (FL) Scott, Austin No. 534 I was not present due to a death in f Katko Murphy (PA) Scott, David the family. Had I been present, I would have Keating Nadler Sensenbrenner voted ‘‘aye.’’ SMALL BANK EXAM CYCLE Kelly (MS) Napolitano Serrano REFORM ACT OF 2015 Kelly (PA) Neal Sessions f Kennedy Neugebauer Sewell (AL) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Kildee Newhouse Sherman MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING finished business is the vote on the mo- Kilmer Noem Shimkus VICTIMS OF UMPQUA COMMU- tion to suspend the rules and pass the Kind Nolan Shuster King (IA) Norcross Sires NITY COLLEGE TRAGEDY bill (H.R. 1553) to amend the Federal King (NY) Nugent Slaughter (Mr. DEFAZIO asked and was given Deposit Insurance Act to specify which Kinzinger (IL) Nunes Smith (MO) smaller institutions may qualify for an Kirkpatrick O’Rourke Smith (NE) permission to address the House for 1 Kline Olson Smith (NJ) minute.) 18-month examination cycle, on which Knight Palazzo Smith (WA) Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to the yeas and nays were ordered. Kuster Pallone Speier honor and remember the lives of those The Clerk read the title of the bill. Labrador Palmer Stefanik The SPEAKER pro tempore. The LaHood Pascrell Stewart who were taken too soon at Umpqua LaMalfa Paulsen question is on the motion offered by Stivers Community College on Thursday, Octo- Lamborn Payne Stutzman the gentleman from Texas (Mr. NEUGE- Lance Pearce ber 1, 2015. Swalwell (CA) I ask that all Americans pray for the BAUER) that the House suspend the Langevin Pelosi Takai Larsen (WA) Perlmutter Takano friends and families of these nine vic- rules and pass the bill. Larson (CT) Perry Thompson (CA) tims as they grieve and rebuild from The vote was taken by electronic de- Latta Peters Thompson (MS) Lawrence Peterson this tragedy. vice, and there were—yeas 411, nays 0, Thompson (PA) Lee Pingree not voting 23, as follows: Thornberry We must also keep in our thoughts Levin Pittenger Tiberi and prayers those who were injured [Roll No. 534] Lewis Pitts Tipton Lieu, Ted Pocan physically and emotionally by this YEAS—411 Titus Lipinski Poe (TX) event. It will take time, our support, Tonko Abraham Clarke (NY) Flores LoBiondo Poliquin and patience as they grieve and re- Adams Clawson (FL) Forbes Torres Loebsack Polis cover. Aderholt Clay Fortenberry Lofgren Pompeo Trott Aguilar Cleaver Foster Long Posey Tsongas Mr. Speaker, Roseburg is a small, Allen Coffman Foxx Loudermilk Price (NC) Turner strong, and tight-knit community. I Upton Amash Cohen Frankel (FL) Love Price, Tom am heartened, and not surprised, by Amodei Cole Franks (AZ) Lowenthal Quigley Valadao Ashford Collins (GA) Frelinghuysen Lowey Rangel Van Hollen the acts of kindness and generosity in Babin Collins (NY) Fudge Lucas Ratcliffe Vargas response to this unthinkable act. We Barletta Comstock Gabbard Luetkemeyer Reed Veasey call that ‘‘UCC Strong,’’ ‘‘Roseburg Barr Conaway Gallego Vela Lujan Grisham Reichert Strong.’’ It is this strong spirit that Barton Connolly Garamendi (NM) Renacci Vela´ zquez Bass Cook Garrett Luja´ n, Ben Ray Ribble Visclosky will carry everyone through this dif- Beatty Cooper Gibbs (NM) Rice (NY) Wagner ficult time. Becerra Costa Gibson Lynch Rice (SC) Walberg Mr. Speaker, I ask that the House Benishek Costello (PA) Gohmert MacArthur Richmond Walden Bera Courtney Goodlatte Maloney, Rigell Walker pause for a moment of silence in honor Beyer Cramer Gosar Carolyn Roby Walters, Mimi of those impacted by the tragic events Bilirakis Crawford Gowdy Maloney, Sean Roe (TN) Walz at Umpqua Community College last Bishop (GA) Crenshaw Graham Wasserman Marino Rogers (AL) week. Bishop (MI) Crowley Granger Massie Rogers (KY) Schultz Bishop (UT) Cuellar Graves (GA) Matsui Rohrabacher Waters, Maxine The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Black Culberson Graves (LA) McCarthy Rokita Watson Coleman House will observe a moment of si- Blackburn Cummings Graves (MO) McCaul Ros-Lehtinen Weber (TX) lence. Blum Curbelo (FL) Grayson McClintock Roskam Webster (FL) Blumenauer Davis (CA) Green, Al McCollum Ross Welch f Bonamici Davis, Danny Green, Gene McDermott Rothfus Wenstrup Bost Davis, Rodney Griffith McGovern Rouzer Westerman REFORMING ACCESS FOR INVEST- Boustany DeFazio Grothman McHenry Roybal-Allard Westmoreland MENTS IN STARTUP ENTER- Boyle, Brendan DeGette Guinta McKinley Royce Wilson (FL) F. Delaney Guthrie McMorris Ruiz Wittman PRISES ACT OF 2015 Brady (PA) DeLauro Hahn Rodgers Ruppersberger Womack The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without Brady (TX) DelBene Hanna McNerney Rush Woodall Brat Denham Hardy McSally Russell Yoder objection, 5-minute voting will con- Bridenstine Dent Harper Meadows Ryan (OH) Yoho tinue. Brooks (AL) DeSantis Harris Meehan Ryan (WI) Young (AK) There was no objection. Brooks (IN) DeSaulnier Hartzler Meeks Salmon Young (IA) Brown (FL) DesJarlais Hastings Meng Sa´ nchez, Linda Young (IN) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Brownley (CA) Deutch Heck (NV) Messer T. Zeldin finished business is the vote on the mo- Buchanan Diaz-Balart Heck (WA) Mica Sanchez, Loretta Zinke tion to suspend the rules and pass the Buck Doggett Hensarling bill (H.R. 1839) to amend the Securities Bucshon Dold Herrera Beutler NOT VOTING—23 Burgess Donovan Hice, Jody B. Act of 1933 to exempt certain trans- Bustos Doyle, Michael Higgins Capuano Hudson Sinema actions involving purchases by accred- Butterfield F. Hill Clyburn Hunter Smith (TX) Byrne Duckworth Himes Conyers Jenkins (WV) Walorski ited investors, and for other purposes, Calvert Duffy Hinojosa Dingell Kelly (IL) Whitfield as amended, on which the yeas and Capps Duncan (SC) Holding Engel Lummis Williams nays were ordered. Fitzpatrick Marchant Ca´ rdenas Duncan (TN) Honda Wilson (SC) The Clerk read the title of the bill. Carney Edwards Hoyer Grijalva Rooney (FL) Yarmuth Carson (IN) Ellison Huelskamp Gutie´rrez Simpson The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Carter (GA) Ellmers (NC) Huffman question is on the motion offered by Carter (TX) Emmer (MN) Huizenga (MI) the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Cartwright Eshoo Hultgren b 1857 Castor (FL) Esty Hurd (TX) GARRETT) that the House suspend the Castro (TX) Farenthold Hurt (VA) Mr. HONDA and Ms. BASS changed rules and pass the bill, as amended. Chabot Farr Israel their vote from ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ This is a 5-minute vote. Chaffetz Fattah Issa So (two-thirds being in the affirma- The vote was taken by electronic de- Chu, Judy Fincher Jackson Lee Cicilline Fleischmann Jeffries tive) the rules were suspended and the vice, and there were—yeas 404, nays 0, Clark (MA) Fleming Jenkins (KS) bill was passed. not voting 30, as follows:

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.041 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6819 [Roll No. 535] Perlmutter Ryan (OH) Tipton WEST COAST DUNGENESS CRAB Perry Ryan (WI) Titus MANAGEMENT ACT YEAS—404 Peters Salmon Tonko Peterson Sa´ nchez, Linda Abraham DesJarlais Kennedy Torres Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I Pingree T. Adams Deutch Kildee Trott move to suspend the rules and pass the Pittenger Sanchez, Loretta Aderholt Diaz-Balart Kilmer Tsongas Pitts Sanford bill (H.R. 2168) to make the current Aguilar Doggett Kind Turner Pocan Sarbanes Dungeness crab fishery management Allen Dold King (IA) Upton Poe (TX) Scalise Valadao regime permanent and for other pur- Amash Donovan King (NY) Poliquin Schakowsky Van Hollen Amodei Doyle, Michael Kinzinger (IL) Polis Schiff poses, as amended. Ashford F. Kirkpatrick Pompeo Schrader Vargas The Clerk read the title of the bill. Babin Duckworth Kline Posey Schweikert Veasey The text of the bill is as follows: Barletta Duffy Knight Vela´ zquez Price (NC) Scott (VA) H.R. 2168 Barr Duncan (SC) Kuster Price, Tom Scott, Austin Visclosky Barton Duncan (TN) Labrador Quigley Scott, David Wagner Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Bass Edwards LaHood Rangel Sensenbrenner Walberg Representatives of the United States of America Beatty Ellison LaMalfa Ratcliffe Serrano Walden in Congress assembled, Becerra Ellmers (NC) Lamborn Reichert Sessions Walker Benishek Emmer (MN) Lance SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Renacci Sewell (AL) Walters, Mimi This Act may be cited as the ‘‘West Coast Bera Eshoo Langevin Ribble Sherman Walz Beyer Esty Larsen (WA) Dungeness Crab Management Act’’. Rice (NY) Shimkus Wasserman Bilirakis Farenthold Larson (CT) Rice (SC) Shuster Schultz SEC. 2. DUNGENESS CRAB FISHERY MANAGE- Bishop (GA) Farr Latta Richmond Sires Waters, Maxine MENT. Bishop (MI) Fattah Lawrence Rigell Slaughter Watson Coleman Section 203 of the Act entitled ‘‘An Act to Bishop (UT) Fincher Lee Roby Smith (MO) approve a governing international fishery Black Fitzpatrick Levin Weber (TX) Roe (TN) Smith (NE) Webster (FL) agreement between the United States and Blackburn Fleischmann Lewis Rogers (AL) Smith (NJ) Welch the Republic of Poland, and for other pur- Blum Fleming Lieu, Ted Rogers (KY) Smith (WA) Wenstrup Blumenauer Flores Lipinski Rohrabacher Speier poses’’, approved November 13, 1998 (Public Westerman Bonamici Forbes LoBiondo Rokita Stefanik Law 105–384; 16 U.S.C. 1856 note) is amended— Wilson (FL) Bost Fortenberry Loebsack Ros-Lehtinen Stewart (1) by striking subsection (i); and Boustany Foster Lofgren Roskam Stivers Wittman (2) by redesignating subsection (j) as sub- Boyle, Brendan Foxx Long Ross Stutzman Womack section (i). F. Frankel (FL) Loudermilk Rothfus Swalwell (CA) Woodall Brady (PA) Franks (AZ) Love Rouzer Takai Yoder The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brady (TX) Frelinghuysen Lowenthal Roybal-Allard Takano Yoho ant to the rule, the gentleman from Brat Fudge Lowey Royce Thompson (CA) Young (AK) Washington (Mr. NEWHOUSE) and the Bridenstine Gabbard Lucas Ruiz Thompson (MS) Young (IA) Brooks (AL) Gallego Luetkemeyer Ruppersberger Thompson (PA) Young (IN) gentleman from Northern Mariana Is- Brooks (IN) Garamendi Lujan Grisham Rush Thornberry Zeldin lands (Mr. SABLAN) each will control 20 Brown (FL) Garrett (NM) Russell Tiberi Zinke minutes. Brownley (CA) Gibbs Luja´ n, Ben Ray Buchanan Gibson (NM) NOT VOTING—30 The Chair recognizes the gentleman Buck from Washington. Gohmert Lynch Capuano Hahn Simpson Bucshon Goodlatte MacArthur Cicilline Hudson Sinema GENERAL LEAVE Burgess Gowdy Maloney, Clyburn Hunter Smith (TX) Bustos Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I ask Graham Carolyn Conyers Jenkins (WV) Vela Butterfield Granger Maloney, Sean DeSaulnier Kaptur Walorski unanimous consent that all Members Byrne Graves (GA) Marino Dingell Kelly (IL) Westmoreland may have 5 legislative days to revise Calvert Graves (LA) Massie Engel Lummis Whitfield Capps and extend their remarks and to in- Graves (MO) Matsui Gosar Marchant Williams Ca´ rdenas clude extraneous materials on the bill Grayson McCarthy Grijalva Reed Wilson (SC) Carney Green, Al McCaul Gutie´rrez Rooney (FL) Yarmuth under consideration. Carson (IN) Green, Gene McClintock The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Carter (GA) Griffith McCollum Carter (TX) Grothman McDermott b 1909 objection to the request of the gen- Cartwright Guinta McGovern tleman from Washington? Castor (FL) Guthrie McHenry So (two-thirds being in the affirma- There was no objection. Castro (TX) Hanna McKinley tive) the rules were suspended and the Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I yield Chabot Hardy McMorris bill, as amended, was passed. myself such time as I may consume. Chaffetz Harper Rodgers The result of the vote was announced Chu, Judy Harris McNerney Mr. Speaker, today, we are consid- Clark (MA) Hartzler McSally as above recorded. ering H.R. 2168, sponsored by my friend Clarke (NY) Hastings Meadows A motion to reconsider was laid on and fellow Washingtonian, Congress- Clawson (FL) Heck (NV) Meehan the table. Clay Heck (WA) Meeks woman JAIME HERRERA BEUTLER. Cleaver Hensarling Meng Stated for: This bipartisan, consensus-based leg- Coffman Herrera Beutler Messer Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall islation makes permanent the long- Cohen Hice, Jody B. Mica No. 535, I was not present due to a death in Cole Higgins Miller (FL) standing management of the Dunge- Collins (GA) Hill Miller (MI) the family. Had I been present, I would have ness crab fishery by Washington, Or- Collins (NY) Himes Moolenaar voted ‘‘aye.’’ egon, and California. The three States Comstock Hinojosa Mooney (WV) PERSONAL EXPLANATION manage this crab fishery under the um- Conaway Holding Moore ´ Connolly Honda Moulton Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- brella of the Pacific States Marine Cook Hoyer Mullin avoidably absent in the House chamber for Fisheries Commission. Management is Cooper Huelskamp Mulvaney votes on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. Had I funded by the participating States. Costa Huffman Murphy (FL) We must pass legislation to continue Costello (PA) Huizenga (MI) Murphy (PA) been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on Courtney Hultgren Nadler rollcall votes 534 and 535. this management. In fact, the Congres- Cramer Hurd (TX) Napolitano sional Budget Office recently esti- Crawford Hurt (VA) Neal f mated that H.R. 2168 would save the Crenshaw Israel Neugebauer Federal Government up to $1 million in Crowley Issa Newhouse ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Cuellar Jackson Lee Noem discretionary Federal spending since Culberson Jeffries Nolan PRO TEMPORE State management would continue Cummings Jenkins (KS) Norcross The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. under this bill. Curbelo (FL) Johnson (GA) Nugent Davis (CA) Johnson (OH) Nunes ZELDIN). Pursuant to clause 8 of rule If State management expires and this Davis, Danny Johnson, E. B. O’Rourke XX, the Chair will postpone further bill is not enacted, then the Federal Davis, Rodney Johnson, Sam Olson proceedings today on additional mo- Government would have to expend new DeFazio Jolly Palazzo DeGette Jones Pallone tions to suspend the rules on which a resources to manage the fishery. This Delaney Jordan Palmer recorded vote or the yeas and nays are bill keeps that from happening. The DeLauro Joyce Pascrell ordered, or on which the vote incurs States have shown that they are exem- DelBene Katko Paulsen objection under clause 6 of rule XX. plary at handling this management and Denham Keating Payne Dent Kelly (MS) Pearce Any record votes on the postponed it is unnecessary for this authority to DeSantis Kelly (PA) Pelosi questions will be taken later. fall to the Federal Government.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC7.030 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6820 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 This bill is a win for the American fisheries in the Pacific Northwest. In (D) Jemez; taxpayer, a win for the seafood con- 2014, fishermen delivered 53 million (E) Laguna; sumer, a win for my home State as well pounds of crab, totaling $170 million. (F) Nambe; as the States of Oregon and California, This economic activity helped support (G) Ohkay Owingeh (San Juan); (H) Picuris; and a win for those employed by the the 61,000 jobs relating to the seafood (I) Pojoaque; sustainable harvest of the species. industry in Washington State alone. (J) San Felipe; Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to How has it maintained this success? (K) San Ildefonso; support this bipartisan legislation. The fishery has been managed in a sus- (L) Sandia; I reserve the balance of my time. tainable way. And, importantly, it (M) Santa Ana; Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield doesn’t cost taxpayers a dime. (N) Santa Clara; myself such time as I may consume. However, should this authority ex- (O) Santo Domingo; H.R. 2168 would repeal the sunset pire, the National Oceanic and Atmos- (P) Taos; (Q) Tesuque; clause from legislation that allows the pheric Administration, or NOAA, says (R) Zia; and West Coast Dungeness crab fishery in its management of the fishery will cost (S) Zuni. Federal waters to be managed coopera- taxpayers over $1.15 million each year. (2) MAP.—The term ‘‘map’’ means the map tively by the States instead of by the So, simply put, this bill maintains entitled ‘‘The Town of Albuquerque Grant, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad- local control on the West Coast and en- Bernalillo County, within Township 10 ministration, or NOAA. sures sustainability of the Dungeness North, Range 3 East, of the New Mexico Principal Meridian, New Mexico—Metes and b 1915 crab fishery, and it saves taxpayer dol- lars. Bounds Survey’’ and dated August 12, 2011. The Dungeness crab fishery is one of (3) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ I want to thank Chairman BISHOP means Secretary of the Interior. the most valuable fisheries on the Pa- and the House Natural Resource staff SEC. 3. LAND TAKEN INTO TRUST FOR BENEFIT cific Coast, and it is a model of effec- for bringing this bill to the floor. It is tive marine resource management. OF 19 PUEBLOS. common sense. (a) ACTION BY SECRETARY.— The specifics of the fishery, including I urge the House to vote ‘‘yes’’ on (1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall take robust stock assessments, accurate this bill to ensure a bright, sustainable into trust all right, title, and interest of the catch reporting, and harmony between economic future for coastal crab-de- United States in and to the Federal land de- Federal waters commercial fishermen pendent communities like Ilwaco, scribed in subsection (b) for the benefit of and near-shore recreational crabbers, Washington, and many others on the the 19 Pueblos immediately after the Sec- retary determines that the requirements of make regional management a good West Coast. choice. the National Environmental Policy Act of Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Speaker, I have no 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) have been satis- California, Oregon, and Washington further speakers. I urge my colleagues have managed the fisheries together fied regarding the trust acquisition of the to support H.R. 2168. Federal land. with oversight from NOAA since 1980 I yield back the balance of my time. (2) ADMINISTRATION.—The Secretary shall— and have proven they can do so respon- Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I, too, (A) take such action as the Secretary de- sibly. have no further speakers. I urge my termines to be necessary to document the H.R. 2168 would allow the States to colleagues to support this good, bipar- transfer under paragraph (1); and (B) appropriately assign each applicable continue managing the Dungeness fish- tisan piece of legislation. ery without having to return to Con- private and municipal utility and service I yield back the balance of my time. right or agreement. gress every several years for permis- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The sion. (b) DESCRIPTION OF LAND.—The Federal question is on the motion offered by land referred to in subsection (a)(1) is the 4 As opposed to a fishery like the Gulf the gentleman from Washington (Mr. tracts of Federal land, the combined acreage of Mexico red snapper, management of NEWHOUSE) that the House suspend the of which is approximately 11.11 acres, that the Dungeness crab is based on co- rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2168, as were historically part of the Albuquerque In- operation among States and fishing amended. dian School, more particularly described as follows: sectors as well as respect for the best The question was taken; and (two- available science, and the States have (1) ABANDONED INDIAN SCHOOL ROAD.—The thirds being in the affirmative) the approximately 0.83 acres located in sec. 7 and proven to be good stewards of the re- rules were suspended and the bill, as source. sec. 8 of T. 10 N., R. 3 E., of the New Mexico amended, was passed. Principal Meridian in Albuquerque, New I agree with the goals of this legisla- A motion to reconsider was laid on Mexico, as identified on the map. tion, and I ask my colleagues to stand the table. (2) SOUTHERN PART TRACT D.—The approxi- with me in support. mately 6.18 acres located in sec. 7 of T. 10 N., I reserve the balance of my time. f R. 3 E., of the New Mexico Principal Merid- Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I yield ALBUQUERQUE INDIAN SCHOOL ian in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as identi- fied on the map. 3 minutes to the gentlewoman from LAND TRANSFER ACT Washington (Ms. HERRERA BEUTLER), (3) TRACT 1.—The approximately 0.41 acres my colleague and friend, who has com- Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I located in sec. 7 of T. 10 N., R. 3 E., of the move to suspend the rules and pass the New Mexico Principal Meridian in Albu- mitted to me that she will go to every querque, New Mexico, as identified on the effort to make sure she has samples of bill (S. 986) to require the Secretary of the Interior to take into trust 4 parcels map. Dungeness crab in her office so we all (4) WESTERN PART TRACT B.—The approxi- know what we are talking about. of Federal land for the benefit of cer- mately 3.69 acres located in sec. 7 of T. 10 N., Ms. HERRERA BEUTLER. Mr. tain Indian Pueblos in the State of New R. 3 E., of the New Mexico Principal Merid- Speaker, I rise today to ask my col- Mexico. ian in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as identi- leagues to support H.R. 2168, the West The Clerk read the title of the bill. fied on the map. Coast Dungeness Crab Management The text of the bill is as follows: (c) SURVEY.—The Secretary shall conduct a Act. This bipartisan bill is an impor- S. 986 survey of the Federal land to be transferred consistent with subsection (b) and may make Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- tant solution for residents of coastal minor corrections to the survey and legal de- resentatives of the United States of America in communities in southwest Washington. scription of the Federal land described in Congress assembled, The successful, two-decades-old tri- subsection (b) as the Secretary determines to state Dungeness crab management SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. be necessary to correct clerical, typo- agreement will expire September 30 of This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Albuquerque graphical, and surveying errors. 2016. This bill simply makes permanent Indian School Land Transfer Act’’. (d) USE OF LAND.—The Federal land taken the management authority between SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. into trust under subsection (a) shall be used Washington, Oregon, and California. In this Act: for the educational, health, cultural, busi- (1) 19 PUEBLOS.—The term ‘‘19 Pueblos’’ ness, and economic development of the 19 This management authority has means the New Mexico Indian Pueblos of— Pueblos. worked. (A) Acoma; (e) LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS.—The Fed- For the last 20 years, these States (B) Cochiti; eral land taken into trust under subsection have overseen one of the most valuable (C) Isleta; (a) shall remain subject to any private or

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(1) IN GENERAL.—The 19 Pueblos shall allow of two additional tracts of land within the Bureau of Indian Affairs to continue to Mr. Speaker, Senate bill S. 986 would the Reserve that the Bureau of Indian use the land taken into trust under sub- direct the Secretary of the Interior to Affairs no longer needed for its admin- section (a) for the facilities and purposes as convey approximately 11 acres of land istrative functions. in existence on the date of enactment of this to the United States to be held in trust This legislation addresses those tech- Act, in accordance with paragraph (2). for the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico. nical discrepancies identified by BLM’s (2) REQUIREMENTS.—The use by the Bureau The land taken into trust shall be survey, and it would complete the proc- of Indian Affairs under paragraph (1) shall— used for the educational, health, cul- ess of transferring BIA’s portion of the (A) be free of any rental charge; and tural, business, and economic develop- Reserve to New Mexico’s Pueblos. (B) continue until such time as the Sec- ment of the 19 Pueblos. This transfer allows the Pueblos to retary determines there is no further need Passage of this bill will finally com- expand their current economic develop- for the existing Bureau of Indian Affairs fa- cilities. plete the process started in 1969 when ment plan for the region, which creates SEC. 4. EFFECT OF OTHER LAWS. the United States began converting the jobs, expands educational and cultural (a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to subsection (b), Albuquerque Indian School Reserve opportunities, while continuing to gen- Federal land taken into trust under section into land under the jurisdiction and erate revenue for the New Mexico 3(a) shall be subject to Federal laws relating control of the 19 Pueblos. Pueblos. to Indian land. I would like to thank our colleague, I urge my colleagues to support this (b) GAMING.—No class I gaming, class II Ms. LUJAN GRISHAM, for introducing noncontroversial legislation, which, as gaming, or class III gaming (as defined in and championing the House version of you have heard, has the support of the section 4 of the Indian Gaming Regulatory entire New Mexico delegation and Act (25 U.S.C. 2703)) shall be carried out on the act and to Chairman BISHOP and the Federal land taken into trust under sec- Ranking Member GRIJALVA for moving would benefit the New Mexico 19 Pueb- tion 3(a). it swiftly through committee. los. Mr. SABLAN. We have no further The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I would also like to thank my col- speakers. ant to the rule, the gentleman from league, the gentleman from Wash- ington, for joining me tonight in man- I yield back the balance of my time. Washington (Mr. NEWHOUSE) and the Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I gentleman from Northern Mariana Is- aging this bill. Just as Mr. NEWHOUSE stated, this would urge my colleagues to support S. lands (Mr. SABLAN) each will control 20 986. minutes. legislation is supported by the entire New Mexico delegation. I urge its I yield back the balance of my time. The Chair recognizes the gentleman The SPEAKER pro tempore. The quick adoption. from Washington. question is on the motion offered by GENERAL LEAVE I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. NEWHOUSE. I reserve the bal- the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I ask NEWHOUSE) that the House suspend the unanimous consent that all Members ance of my time. Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield as rules and pass the bill, S. 986. may have 5 legislative days to revise much time as she may consume to the The question was taken; and (two- and extend their remarks and include gentlewoman from New Mexico (Ms. thirds being in the affirmative) the extraneous materials on the bill under rules were suspended and the bill was MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM), the sponsor consideration. passed. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there of the House version of the bill. Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of A motion to reconsider was laid on objection to the request of the gen- New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I thank Rep- the table. tleman from Washington? f There was no objection. resentative SABLAN and Representative Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I yield NEWHOUSE for their support. I also NEW ENGLAND FISHERMAN myself such time as I may consume. thank Chairman BISHOP and Ranking PRESERVATION ACT Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support Member GRIJALVA for their help in (Mr. GUINTA asked and was given of S. 986, which would direct the Sec- bringing this legislation to the floor. permission to address the House for 1 retary of the Interior to place 11 acres Of course, I extend my gratitude to our minute and to revise and extend his re- of Federal land into trust for the col- Senator TOM UDALL for working with marks.) lective benefit of 19 Pueblos in the me on this important piece of legisla- Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, heavy State of New Mexico. tion. new fines the National Oceanic and At- These 11 acres were historically part I am the proud sponsor of the House mospheric Administration is proposing of the Albuquerque Indian School site, companion to the Albuquerque Indian could destroy New Hampshire’s re- which are culturally and historically School Land Transfer Act, which, as maining fishermen who are carrying on significant to the Pueblos. Upon trans- you have heard, directs the Secretary a proud New England tradition. fer, the lands may be used by the 19 of the Interior to take into trust four That is why I recently introduced Pueblos for the educational, health, tracts of land for the New Mexico 19 legislation to stop the Federal agency cultural, business, and economic devel- Pueblos. from shifting its funding responsibility opment purposes by these Pueblo The land taken into the trust would to our struggling Granite State fisher- tribes. One important thing to note is be used for educational, health, cul- men. this land may not be used for gaming tural, business, and economic develop- NOAA mandates that at-sea contrac- purposes under this bill. ment of the New Mexico Pueblos. The tors monitor their daily catch, but will Since 1976, the 19 Pueblos have used four parcels are located within a cease to pay for this government man- the lands of the former Albuquerque former Federal Indian boarding school date in December, forcing fishermen to Indian School for the cultural and eco- site called the 1884 Albuquerque Indian pick up the more than $700 per day tab. nomic benefit of the 19 Pueblos. This is School Reserve in Albuquerque, New These small family businesses will be the last portion of Federal lands of the Mexico. on the hook for thousands of dollars in former school site, which has not been In 1969, the United States started the new fees each month. That is a figure conveyed to the 19 Pueblos. long process of converting the Reserve that would simply eradicate the indus- This bill is supported by the entire into land under the jurisdiction and try in my home State. New Mexico congressional delegation. control of the New Mexico Pueblos. This is not a partisan issue. The New Recognizing the support of the local Since then, Congress has enacted legis- England Fisherman Preservation Act delegation, the House companion bill, lation in 1978, 2001, and 2008 to convey simply asks the Federal agency to con- H.R. 1880, sponsored by Congresswoman additional land from the Reserve in tinue paying for a program it has fund- LUJAN GRISHAM, was favorably reported trust for the New Mexico Pueblos. ed for years rather than forcing hard- by the Natural Resources Committee Pursuant to the 2008 legislation, the working, middle-class families to pay on September 30 of 2015. Bureau of Land Management conducted for it.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:04 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC7.031 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6822 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 I am asking colleagues on both sides acy alive and for saving so many stu- would clear the way for changes in of the aisle to join me in support of dent athletes’ lives. methodology that could help the unem- this bill, so important to hardworking f ployment rate more accurately reflect fishermen who put food on our tables the strength of the labor market. THE ROBOGALS ARE AN so that they can continue with their If the jobs report dictates how this INSPIRATION TO YOUNG WOMEN task. Congress addresses real economic chal- (Mr. FOSTER asked and was given lenges, we can’t afford to get it wrong. f permission to address the House for 1 f b 1930 minute and to revise and extend his re- HONORING THE LIFE OF ERMA marks.) AMERICAN VETERANS DISABLED JOHNSON HADLEY FOR LIFE MEMORIAL Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the triumph of the (Mr. VEASEY asked and was given (Ms. FRANKEL of Florida asked and RoboGals, a student robotics team permission to address the House for 1 was given permission to address the from the 11th Congressional District of minute.) House for 1 minute and to revise and Illinois. Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise extend her remarks.) The RoboGals are Kaiya Hollister, a today to honor the life of a dedicated Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speak- fifth grader at the John C. Dunham Fort Worth community leader, Erma er, I am the proud mother of a United STEM Partnership School, and Jensie Johnson Hadley, who passed away last States Marine war veteran, and our Coonradt, a fourth grader at The week after a very long battle with can- family is blessed he returned home Wheatlands Elementary School, both cer. with sound body and mind, but too in Aurora, Illinois. They met at an Mrs. Hadley was born in Leggett, many of our courageous heroes did not. after-school robotics club hosted by Texas, where she graduated from high October 5 marks the 1-year anniver- Chasewood Learning, an educational school in 1959 and became the first sary of the dedication of the American organization that uses Lego robots to Black woman from Leggett to attend Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial. It teach students how to build and pro- college. Mrs. Hadley attended Prairie is a beautiful tribute to the brave men gram their machines for competition. View A&M University. When she finished her career teach- and women who suffered permanent in- After winning the regional competi- ing in high school, she came to Tarrant juries on the battlefield. This memo- tion at SciTech Hands On Museum in County College, where she served in a rial sits just south of our Capitol, and Aurora, Illinois, the RoboGals went on variety of different roles, including it reminds us every day of the selfless- to win the national championship of vice chancellor, and was ultimately ness of those who fought for our free- the World Robotic Olympiad in Michi- named the interim chancellor and dom and returned home with the scars gan. Now they advance to the world chancellor in 2010 of the Tarrant Coun- of duty. championship round in Qatar, taking I offer my great thanks and apprecia- ty College system. on over 50 countries from all over the Chancellor Hadley was known for her tion to the 4 million veterans who are globe. I, together with all Americans, living today with service-related dis- passion for ensuring accessible and af- wish them the best of luck. fordable education for students in abilities and the friends and the family The RoboGals are an inspiration to Tarrant County. I will never forget who take care of them. The American young women across our country who Mrs. Erma Johnson Hadley telling me Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial are enthusiastic about science and en- a story about how while all kids are celebrates your lives every day, as we gineering, and the 11th Congressional not necessarily gifted equally, all kids all do in our hearts and our minds. District is proud to have such bright that put their mind to it, if their par- young women representing our country f ents work with them, can get a good on the global stage. HONORING THE DEDICATION OF education and make something of THE TOTI MENDEZ f themselves. CARDIOPULMONARY DIAGNOSTIC NUMBERS NEVER LIE—UNLESS Mrs. Hadley believed in each and SUITE THEY DO every student that attended Tarrant County College, and I know that the (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was (Mr. FITZPATRICK asked and was campus and the students are going to given permission to address the House given permission to address the House continue to benefit from her legacy and for 1 minute and to revise and extend for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) her belief in them. his remarks.) She is survived by her husband, Bill Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, the Hadley; Ardenia Johnson Gould, who is rise today to recognize the tragically numbers never lie—unless they do. her daughter; and Spencer Gould, her short life of Ramiro ‘‘Toti’’ Mendez and Each month we all react to the re- son-in-law; and a grandchild. to honor the dedication of the Toti lease of the employment report as the Mendez Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic supposed indicator of economic health f Suite at Florida International Univer- around our country. The most recent IT IS TIME FOR CONGRESS TO ACT sity, my alma mater, in Miami. jobs numbers show an unemployment (Ms. JACKSON LEE asked and was Toti was an accomplished 20-year-old rate of 5.1 percent, but that headline given permission to address the House FIU student baseball player who passed number paints a picture that simply for 1 minute.) away, sadly, on April 2, 2000, as a result doesn’t exist. It distorts the economic Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, of an undetected heart problem. Flor- outlook and distracts this Chamber this is a very difficult time for Ameri- ida International University will cele- from working toward the creation of cans as we mourn with our fellow citi- brate the dedication of this important better jobs and more opportunities for zens in Oregon. I offer my deepest sym- health resource on Monday, October 19. millions of Americans. pathy to the congressional delegation Parents of student athletes may now Economists of all persuasions have here in the Congress, as we join them find the peace of mind that their sons criticized this method as overstating in their expression of deep sympathy to or daughters are clear of any under- job market strength, noting that the those who were injured and those who lying heart issues before they ever hit Bureau of Labor Statistics only con- lost their lives, to the families of those the field. siders limited factors when reporting individuals. Through the Toti Mendez the unemployment rate and ignoring I spoke to a member of the United Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Suite, things like underemployment or the States military, and he indicated that Toti’s legacy will continue to live on at number of workers who have left the in battle he had two guns. We under- FIU in support of other student ath- labor force. What we are left with is a stand that the perpetrator of this hor- letes throughout south Florida, indeed, flawed view of labor market strength. rible act had at least 14 guns, or dou- throughout our great State. With that in mind, I have joined with ble-digit guns. I congratulate Toti’s mom and the colleagues in introducing the Labor I have heard the refrain: ‘‘What else entire family for helping keep his leg- Statistics Improvement Act, which will have to happen before we address

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We will find Isn’t that something? amass 14, 15, 30 guns, more than the out soon enough, and we will undoubt- b 1945 United States military, and a serious edly come back and talk about trade. background check dealing with any Taxes and tax policies, I will hit on How do we become energy-inde- issues that would impact a person’s this in a few moments. pendent if we are exporting oil? Well, stability in having guns. Labor issues, well, that ties back to we have got a lot of interesting eco- Yes, people do kill, not guns, but the trade issue and whether we are nomic arguments about how that could they use guns to kill. I have been going to send more of our jobs over- be done. I am saying I don’t think so. through too many of these, Mr. Speak- seas. I don’t think it is in the interest of er, from Columbine to this incident. Education, research, infrastructure, the United States to take a strategic Every single one I have been through today I really want to focus on this en- national asset—natural gas, crude oil— since being in the United States Con- ergy and infrastructure. If you bear and export it to China. It may be good gress. It is time for the Congress to with me a few moments, I want to go for China. It certainly would be good act. into this in some detail. for the energy industry, the petroleum industry. Wow, they have got a new f For many, many years, we have tried to make America energy independent, market. IMPORTANT ISSUES THAT AFFECT and in the last 5 years, 6 years now, we You see, right now there is a Federal AMERICA have seen an enormous increase in the ban on the export of crude oil to other The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under production of energy in the United countries, with the exception of Mexico the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- States. and Canada. We swap crude oil back uary 6, 2015, the gentleman from Cali- Now, a lot of that energy has come and forth. A little bit of crude oil is fornia (Mr. GARAMENDI) is recognized from green technologies—solar, wind, also shipped out of the United States for 60 minutes as the designee of the and biofuels—and many other ways of from the North Slope of Alaska. minority leader. producing renewable energy called A very interesting law was estab- Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, the green energy. That is good because all lished back in the seventies, when attention of the House is drawn to of that reduces greenhouse gas emis- there was this energy crisis and there many, many issues this week. Cer- sions, and we need to do more of it. were long lines at the gasoline pumps. tainly, the tragedy in Oregon draws all Frankly, we need tax policy. That law said: No. You cannot export of our attention, our sympathy, but un- Maybe I will put this back up again crude oil. fortunately not our vote. We have so I can point out the way in which the And then later, in the 1990s, there never really had a vote here on the Make It In America agenda fits all of was a little opening provided for Mex- floor of the House to deal with this this. ico and Canada and for Alaska North issue of gun safety; although, legisla- Tax policy has a great deal to do Slope oil. It could be shipped to other tion has been passed around many, with green energy. There are tax countries—exported—with this caveat: many times. breaks for solar installation on your You cannot increase domestic oil Even the most conservative col- home, solar installation for businesses, prices. umnists are now saying that we must the production tax credit for wind and I don’t know that that was ever en- take action, and we really should. So I solar. All of these things make it really forced. We certainly saw the gasoline will just start by saying to all of our possible to advance the green energy prices zip to the top last year. Now it colleagues: Let’s vote, vote up or down agenda. is coming back down, and that is good. on the various proposals that have Tax policy also has a great deal to do It is bad that it went up, good that it been made. with the other part of our energy inde- is coming down. Certainly the attention of this body pendence—we are not quite there, but But I don’t think the Department of is turned to who is going to be the next we are making great advances on it— Energy or the Department of Com- Speaker. It seems to occupy most of and that has to do with petroleum merce really enforced what was in the the discussion and most of the articles products: natural gas and crude oil. law about the export of crude oil from in the newspapers around this town. It There has been much talk about the Alaska. is important, but there are many, Bakken revolution in Wyoming and So we have got this strategic asset— many other issues that come before the North Dakota producing a lot of en- natural gas and crude oil—that has al- House. Some of them are really going ergy. We are talking about different lowed us to have a resurgence of Amer- to affect America. techniques to extract oil, enhanced oil ican manufacturing. They are coming I want to talk about one of them production, otherwise known as home. American manufacturers are today, and it is in the context of some- fracking. All of these things have led coming home to make it in America. thing we have been discussing here for to an explosion—well, literally, in the Dow, a big chemical operation, is the last 4 or 5 years. We call it Make It case of the Bakken fuel because it is coming back to America because nat- In America. It is about rebuilding the highly volatile, and it does explode ural gas prices are low. Other compa- American manufacturing sector. It is when trains tip over. nies are doing the same thing. Because about rebuilding the American middle But what we are talking about here the United States has a strategic ad- class. It is about creating jobs in Amer- is an explosion in the volume of oil and vantage as a result of strategic assets: ica by doing what we once did so very, natural gas produced in America. We oil and natural gas, together with very well, which is manufacturing. have literally doubled the production green energy. Make things: big things, little things, of natural gas and oil over the last 5 to So what does the petroleum industry all kinds of things. We call it our Make 6 years, bringing down the cost of fuel. want to do? They want to ruin all of It In America agenda. Also, around the world, the slowdown that. They want to take the strategic I am going to go through it very of the Chinese economy and Europe assets and ship them overseas. quickly here and then focus on one have reduced the demand for oil, and This week the House of Representa- piece of this agenda. Here it is: trade we are seeing a reduced price of oil on tives is going to take up a piece of leg- policies. This is going to take a lot of the world market, even at a time when islation that opens the spigot for the time to discuss this. We are not going we are seeing more and more produc- export of crude oil. There is already an to go into it today, but the President tion of crude oil and natural gas here open spigot for the export of natural announced just in the last couple days in the United States. gas. I will come to that in a few mo- that the Trans-Pacific Partnership deal What does all this mean to the oil in- ments. is done. dustry, to the petroleum industry? It So is this in the interest of the Now, we don’t know what is in it. We means they have got a lot of oil, and United States? Well, if you are in the have—at least I have—great concerns the United States is not consuming all oil patch—North Dakota, Texas, maybe

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:20 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.052 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6824 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 even California—maybe it is good. producing smaller ships for trade with- Watch closely. It is going to happen. Maybe you will be able to make a little in the coastal zone of the United States It is going to happen here on the House more money. and for the barges up and down the riv- floor this week while all of the atten- But at the expense of who? America, ers and canals of the United States, but tion of America is looking at this American consumers at the pump, not building ocean-going tankers. What Speakership thing. truckers, trains. All of those use diesel does it mean? Well, let me just give Okay. That is where we are on one produced here in the United States you an example. critical issue. I want to take up one from our refineries. It has been estimated that the max- more and then I will call it a night. So good for the petroleum industry, imum amount of oil that could be That is a new Amtrak locomotive for but bad for America. We ought not do shipped is somewhere about 3.6 million the Eastern Corridor, and it is 100 per- that. And if you would consider for a barrels a day. That is at the top level. cent American-made. Why is it 100 per- few moments that, should we ever Hopefully, they will never get close to cent American-made for the first time that because that is almost certain to allow the export of crude oil, we ought in decades—well, at least a decade and raise prices. But let’s say that they do. to put some serious caveats on that a half—and that the United States is For the largest tanker currently on piece of legislation. once again producing locomotives? But just today the Rules Committee the ocean today—these are the max- By the way, that is made near my of this House decided no, no, no cave- imum tankers, too large to even go district, in Sacramento. It is about 4 or ats. Just a bare bill. Open the spigot. through the new Panama Canal and 5 miles from the edge of my district. Send the crude oil overseas. Don’t larger than the Panamax ships—it Several hundred men and women are worry about the price of fuel. Don’t would take 180 ships to handle 3.6 mil- employed doing this. worry about the price of energy in the lion barrels of oil a day. United States. Worry about the bottom What if those ships were American- Why did this happen? Because the line of the petroleum industry. built ships? This isn’t Saudi Arabian Congress wrote policy that said your I say time out. Wait a minute. This is oil. This isn’t Iraqi oil, Venezuelan oil. taxpayer dollars are going to be used America. This is about the American This is American oil. What if we re- not to buy a locomotive made in China economy. This is about men and quire that that oil be shipped on Amer- or Japan or Europe, but to buy a loco- women that go to the gas pump and ican ships and suddenly, over the next motive made in America, made in buy gasoline, farmers out there having decade or two, our shipyards were to America. Your tax dollars are being to buy diesel in order to plow their build 180 supertankers or, if they are used to build locomotives in America. fields and harvest their crops, trains Panamax-size ships, 384 Panamax-size It is part of a transportation policy, moving goods and services back across ships? which is where I want to go now. Be- Think of the employment that would the United States, the airline industry. fore I do, I guess I forgot this. take place in the American shipyards This is not just about the petroleum This is a liquefied natural gas tank- and then through the entire supply industry. This is a big deal for Amer- er. I was just talking about crude oil train, all of the engines, all of the com- ica. If we take a strategic national and what could be done. This is an- munications, all of the electronics, all asset and just allow it to go anywhere other one. If we are going to export our of the pumps, all of the valves. We in the world so that it is to the benefit natural gas—that strategic asset—it could see a resurgence in American of a small, but important, slice of the ought to be exported on American- manufacturing. made liquefied natural tankers. American economy, we are making a Who benefits from this? Americans big mistake. benefit. Americans benefit in the ship- A new facility is opening down in So let me just put some caveats on yards and in the manufacturing facili- Texas to export liquefied natural gas. this piece of legislation. Harken back ties all across this Nation. That facility will take 100 tankers for to the Alaska situation back in 1995 But, no, we are not going to do that that one facility. Not to worry. Those where they opened the spigot. They put here on the House floor. We are going tankers are going to be made in China, in a caveat that said: No. You can’t do to simply take a bill that opens the Japan, Korea. They are not going to be it if it results in an adverse effect on spigot and that gives the benefits to made in America. the price of transportation fuels and the oil patch, to the petroleum indus- But under 16 lines of law—all we need home heating fuels in the United try. to do is write 16 lines of law—we would States. And I am not saying that is not good be manufacturing these tankers in the Does the legislation we have this for them. There will certainly be jobs. United States. week have any caveats on it? No. It There will be some construction jobs, It is the same argument that I made doesn’t have that one. and there will be oil rigs that will have about the crude oil tankers. I won’t go Let me give you another caveat. If to be built. That is good. into it in any more detail. This is one we are going to ship a strategic na- But think what we could do if we had of the great could-do’s, should-do’s, tional asset overseas, why don’t we a law that said: Okay. We are going to ought-to-do’s for America. look at other strategic assets in the ship, but we are going to protect the United States, shipbuilding? So the export of these strategic na- domestic price of refined products, we tional assets—natural gas, petroleum— The entire United States Navy is de- are going to protect the American re- pendent on American shipyards for all why don’t we build them in America? fineries, we are going to build Amer- Why don’t we make it in America? of their ships. Those shipyards no ican ships, and we are going to put I started to talk about the loco- longer produce large, ocean-going com- American mariners on those ships. mercial vessels. All of that has been off We are talking about tens of thou- motives. October 29 is just about 23 to China, off to Korea and Japan. All of sands, if not a hundred thousand, new days from today. The highway trust those countries subsidize those ship- jobs in the United States. That is a fund is out of money. Once again, we yards. We don’t do it in the United good thing for the middle class. That is are on one of those cliffs—this time, a States. a good thing for America. transportation cliff—and we have got But we can put caveats on the export We can do it by simply amending the to do something. of this crude oil and simply say, if we oil export bill. But it is not going to And so what are we going to do? The are going to export crude oil, caveat happen. The majority here isn’t going President proposed the GROW America one, not at the expense of American to allow that. They are simply going to Act. It provides money for our crum- consumers; two, not at the expense of pass a bill that opens the spigot. bling transportation system, the infra- American refiners and other strategic It is a shame. Shame on all of us if structure structure. asset—the refinery of these petroleum we would allow that to happen. Shame There is a rail portion of it, loco- products; and, three, ship it on Amer- on us if we do not protect the Amer- motives, improving the rail system. ican-built ships with American mari- ican consumer. Shame on us if we do There are buses, ports, bridges, and ners. not protect the American maritime in- highways. It is a very, very good piece Right now there are over 400,000 men dustry, the shipyards of America, the of legislation. It is $476 billion over the and women working in the shipyards American middle class. next 6 years. It is a big deal.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:20 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.054 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6825 b 2000 spending, and that is good. It is a 5- liquefied natural gas. We are doing it It helps America come from number, year program that is only paid for in 3 in San Diego. We know how to do this. I think, 18 in the infrastructure capa- years. We would have to ramp up. We are not bility compared to other nations of the Huh? How does that work? It doesn’t, going to build 180 ships in 1 year, but world. but it is a good start. But the Grow we sure could over the next two dec- China has, I don’t know, 5,000, 3,000 America Act, $52 billion a year. ades. miles of high-speed rail. The United Anybody take buses in the United But maybe we care more about the States has zero. Chinese airports, Japa- States? Anybody take BART in Cali- petroleum industry than we do about nese airports. I think even Cuba is now fornia, or the Metro system in Los An- the American worker and the Amer- in the process of building a new deep- geles, or here in Washington, the ican sailor and the shipyards of Amer- water port to take the Panamax ships. Metro, or the subways in Chicago, New ica. I am afraid that is the way it is And what are we doing? Not much. York, Atlanta and so forth? That is likely to be here. The Grow America Act is totally called transit. We are presently spend- I notice that I am joined here by an stalled. It is not going anywhere right ing about $10 billion, $10.6 billion a extraordinary woman from what used now. year on transit, supporting these trans- to be the manufacturing center of the But we have got 23 days. So what are portation systems. The Senate bill United States, the Midwest, Ohio, to be we proposing? Are we proposing some- adds about $2 billion, so they go to $12.5 quite clear. thing that will increase the rail capac- billion. MARCY KAPTUR, I have been going on ity in the United States, that will com- The Grow America Act, let’s get on for more than I probably should have bine rail, ports, and highways into a with it. Let’s build those systems. $19 in time but, boy, these are important system to provide for goods movement, billion, without raising your fuel taxes. issues. These are really important freight movement, integrated? No, we But if you happen to be those Amer- issues. Please join us. are not going to do such a thing. Other ican companies that have skipped out I yield to the gentlewoman from Ohio countries do it. Hey, but this is Amer- on their obligation to this Nation, they (Ms. KAPTUR). ica. We just like to fall behind. are going to wind up paying their fair Ms. KAPTUR. I thank the gentleman So where are we with the Grow share. from California for being an extraor- America Act? Well, some of us have in- So we go from 10.6 for transit, $10.6 dinary leader on Make It In America troduced it. Some of us think we ought billion annually for transit, to $19 bil- and restoring prosperity to all corners to do something like this, that we real- lion in the Grow America Act. of this country. The citizens of Cali- ly ought to pay for our infrastructure. Remember, I put some of these trains fornia really have sent an amazing Oh, by the way, this doesn’t raise gas up here? We presently spend $1.4 billion Congressman to speak on behalf of the taxes. It doesn’t raise diesel taxes, but on our rail system—not the transit. Nation and the importance of making it does require that those American This is the heavy rail system. The Sen- items in America. corporations that have skipped out on ate would go to $2.2 billion, and the It is probably a tragedy, over the last their obligation to their home country Grow America Act would go to $4.7 bil- three decades, that we have accumu- to bring their profits back to the lion. lated over $9 trillion in trade deficit, United States and be taxed. Are we going to do this? Not likely. which translates into lost wealth, lost So we maintain the existing excise Not likely. income for America’s families, and, ul- tax on gasoline and fuel, and we pay for We have perfected a childhood game timately, a budget deficit that we just the rest of this by having American here in the House of Representatives can’t get under control because people corporations pay their just due to this and the Senate. In fact, your American aren’t earning enough. So much eco- Nation by repatriating their foreign Government has perfected this game. nomic activity has been outsourced earnings hidden off somewhere in Ire- Something, when you didn’t have a ball that there are many who have forgot- land or some other tax havens, not to kick around, you would kick a can ten how much manufacturing actually taxed, even though they are American around. It is called kick the can down matters. corporations. the road. We have perfected that. I So I agree with the gentleman. Make Oh, and some of this stuff is just too think we have done it more than 30 it in America, grow it in America, use good. times to transportation over the last the technology of America to trans- Apple, an American company, all of decade and a half. form farm field products into ethanol their manufacturing is overseas, and We are highly likely to do it again, and biodiesel. most of their profits are overseas also as the attention of America and the at- Let us use the sun. Let us invent our because, even though it is invented tention here amongst all of us is fo- way forward to become energy inde- here, even though the software, even cused on the Speakership fights, which pendent because, at some point, not in though the new equipment is invented will culminate at the end of October our lifetime, but at some point over in California, it is licensed in Ireland, when the Speaker retires and we will the next 100 years, the oil wells will and the profits stay in Ireland and are have a new vote. But in the intervening run dry, and even the natural gas fields taxed there at a very low percentage— 23 days, are we going to focus on a currently being discovered in Ohio and not fair to America. transportation program for America or Pennsylvania, which are mother lode So those profits would come home are we going to focus on the internal supplies with horizontal drilling, those from other companies as well, and it politics of the House of Representa- are finite and they will be gone. So the would fill this $476 billion over 6 years. tives? world with many more people is going I want to just go through some of I will tell you where I would put my to have to figure out how to sustain this, and then we will wrap this up. money. I would put my money on the life. The Grow America Act would provide House of Representatives worrying The gentleman has addressed many $52 billion a year for highways. We are about the internal politics of who is of these issues in terms of energy pro- presently spending $41 billion a year going to be the next leader and not duction, America’s need to become en- for highways, so we are looking at paying attention to what America ergy secure, which would create pros- something $11 billion more for high- wants us to do. perity here at home, and also all the ways. Maybe there won’t be so many America wants us to pay attention to investments of hard infrastructure on potholes. Maybe one out of four bridges their needs, not to the internal politics rail, on over-the-road, air transpor- in the United States will get repaired. of this place, but to the needs of Amer- tation. Right now, they are deficient. They ica, American jobs for American work- I have to add, obviously, our ports could fall down. They are insufficient ers. and, in my part of the country, the in capacity. Maybe we could do that. Can we build ships? Oh, yeah, we can Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway so Now, the Senate has done a little bet- build ships. in need of infrastructure improvement, ter. The Senate has passed a highway Can we build liquefied natural gas several billion dollars actually. bill that is $46 billion a year, which is tankers? You bet we can. We are al- We are having a Great Lakes St. $5 billion more than we are currently ready building ships that are fueled by Lawrence Seaway meeting tomorrow

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:20 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.056 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6826 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 morning, inviting in many of the busi- August 28, 2015, Houston, Texas, Madam Speaker, we need people in ness interests along the seaway and while a deputy police officer was at a this country to rise up and say: This is looking for ways in our transportation gas station, riddled with bullets by a the time. This is the day. This is the bill where we can make more invest- man who had a history of mental ill- issue where we are, once and for all, ment in that region so it can sing fully ness; going to do comprehensive reform of economically again. September 22, the son of a State sen- our mental health system in America. So I thank the gentleman for a mo- ator, former State senator of Virginia, Our mental health system in Amer- ment here. And believe me, I unite killed a man, and also killed himself in ica is fragmented at best, a system with you in your efforts to make Amer- Bowling Green; with regulations that are abusive and ica fully strong again, and Make It In And this last week, October 1, in neglectful towards those with serious America can lead us down that path. Roseburg, Oregon, nine people were mental illness. And more so, it is worse Mr. GARAMENDI. You have been a killed, and the gunman killed himself if you are a minority or low-income. leader on these issues for many, many in another tragic scene. This is odd because in a field that is years and certainly in your territory of There is more to it than this, of filled with some of the most compas- Ohio. You saw what happened when the course. In this country last year, 125 sionate and caring people I know, peo- manufacturing plants left; but they are people with mental illness were killed ple I have had the pleasure to work coming back, and we can make policy in some sort of a police shooting where side by side with in my role as a psy- to do that. the police oftentimes did not even chologist, we have Federal policies and I think you may have other things know, but the confrontation grew and State policies that leave their hands that you would like to bring to our at- ended in a death. tied, their eyes blinded, and their tention. You are certainly welcome to It is estimated there were somewhere mouths gagged to prevent treatment do so. between 1,200 and 1,500 murders in this from occurring. Ultimately, the indi- I think with that, it is time for me to country this last year by people with viduals suffer and their families suffer. say ‘‘enough,’’ or maybe I have said too mental illness. But more than that, Tonight we will review what the much already. there are 10,000 or more, maybe 20,000, problem is and what can be done sys- Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal- maybe 100,000 people with mental ill- temically, thoroughly, and defini- ance of my time. ness who are the victims of crime. tively, what this country must do if we f Some are killed. are serious about treating mental ill- There are thousands and thousands of ness. MENTAL HEALTH WEEK people who are homeless, who die that One of my colleagues from the To- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. slow-motion death of homelessness, of ledo area, who represents northern MCSALLY). Under the Speaker’s an- their physical ailments and their ill- Ohio, is with us now. I yield to the gen- nounced policy of January 6, 2015, the nesses. tlewoman from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR). gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. There were 41,000 suicide deaths, 1.2 Ms. KAPTUR. I thank you, Congress- MURPHY) is recognized for 60 minutes million suicide attempts that required man MURPHY, for yielding to me. I as the designee of the majority leader. some medical care, 43,000 substance want to say how fortunate the country Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. abuse overdose deaths. This list goes is that the people of Pennsylvania have Madam Speaker, this evening, just be- on and on and on. elected you here to serve the people of fore votes, I went outside on the bal- And what happens is, when we treat our Nation with the strong background cony here of this Capitol to watch the people with mental illness early in that you have and with the obvious sun set. It was one of those beautiful their life, their prognosis is improved. depths of knowledge that you have evenings of crimson and gold and gray In many cases, they can go on to have about those who are mentally ill and clouds silhouetted against the twilight fruitful lives. But when it is untreated, the compassion you have in a field that glow of the evening. And then I glanced they likely develop other problems, not is very difficult, where the answers over to the buildings here at the Cap- just with mental illness, but social, still remain incomplete. itol and was suddenly brought back to job, and physical health. I want to be on the floor this evening reality when I saw so many flags on Persons with serious mental illness, to say to those who are listening in the our buildings flying at half mast, fly- in treatment, are 15 times less likely to Chamber, to those who may be listen- ing at half mast because, once again, engage in an act of violence than those ing outside, your efforts to draft the we are remembering the tragedies that who are not in treatment. Helping Families in Mental Health Cri- sis Act, H.R. 2646, is a watershed mo- have shaken our Nation time and time b 2015 again. ment in this Congress. In America, some 60 million people in This has been a bloody summer, a I have served in this Congress a lot any given year will have some bloody summer of many attacks that longer than the others on the floor this diagnosable mental illness, from the have been associated with folks with evening. I was here in 1998 when, sadly, very mild and transient ones, which we mental illness. we lost two of our Capitol Police offi- I know most people with mental ill- all experience, to severe mental illness, cers, Jacob Chestnut and John Gibson. ness are not violent, and I know that such as schizophrenia or bipolar or ex- A diagnosed schizophrenic receiving there are many other tragedies that treme depression. But of those with se- Federal SSI benefits but off his medi- occur; but tonight, during this week, rious mental illness, about 4 million of cines and estranged from his family which is Mental Health Week in Amer- those 11 million will not have any headed on a rampage all across the ica, I want to highlight, Madam Speak- treatment for a variety of reasons: country, all the way from the West to er, what we must do as a nation, what treatment may not be available; they here, and delusionally, he set out to we cannot continue to push aside. may refuse treatment; or what happens quash, I guess, a purple force he had Just think of what happened this so often with those with serious mental tracked here to the Capitol. summer, just a few examples: illness, they are characteristically un- He broke into the majority leader’s June 13, attack on the Dallas Police aware that they have an illness—it is a office. All the staff went under the headquarters by a man who had a his- brain illness, a serious mental illness— desks. I thought, well, maybe this is tory of family violence and mental in- like a person with Alzheimer’s or the moment that Congress will finally stability; stroke or traumatic brain injury, a per- face up to the violent impulses that July 23, Lafayette, Louisiana, a son who may not even know that they have fallen right at our knees. I said, shooting in a movie theater by a man have a problem. but I would wager one of two things who had had a judge’s orders to send What do we do about this as a na- will happen: either we will finally cut him to a mental hospital in the past; tion? Mostly we just talk. Sadly and the mustard and do what is right, or we August 16, Antioch, Tennessee, a tragically, what we do here in the will have more barricades and armed movie theater attack; House of Representatives, we will have officers. Well, it was the latter option August 26, Roanoke, Virginia, a live, a moment of silence, but it is not fol- that actually happened. on-air shooting, a tragic scene of a re- lowed by action. What we need is not As we mourn the deaths of nine inno- porter being killed, and a cameraman; more silence. We need action. cent victims at Umpqua Community

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:20 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.057 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6827 College, I commend Congressman MUR- H.R. 2646 fixes the Nation’s broken some time tonight on the floor. The PHY of Pennsylvania for putting a bill mental health system by refocusing people I represent thank you. We want forward that forces us to probe deeply programs, reforming grants, and re- to help you. I hope those listening will the pattern of these mass shootings. moving Federal barriers to care. It find cosponsors from their different We need to know the perpetrators. names an assistant secretary for men- parts of the country to help you move We understand the perpetrator in Or- tal illness at the Department of Health this bill forward. We couldn’t do any- egon had served in the U.S. military and Human Services, and it encourages thing more important for the country. for a very brief time. He was dis- more meaningful involvement from Thank you. charged. And my question to the U.S. family members and caregivers who, Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. military is: Why? Why was he dis- frankly, at this point, many times, just Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentle- charged? Did you discharge him to care give up because they have this force woman from North Carolina (Mrs. if you saw a pattern that needed treat- within their homes that they cannot ELLMERS), a member of the Energy and ment? Or did you close your eyes too? contain. Commerce Committee and a cosponsor Because that has happened repeatedly Rather than just paying tribute to of this bill. in the U.S. military, though I must say those among us who have been lost and Mrs. ELLMERS of North Carolina. that they are doing a little bit better, those who save them at risk to their Thank you to the gentleman from because some of their own members own lives, cannot we elevate the solu- Pennsylvania. have now been killed around the coun- tion to efforts that could help to pre- I, too, want to thank him for his tire- try because of individuals who face vent further tragedies? less work on this effort. This is such an very severe illnesses in their own lives We think about the Capitol shoot- important piece of legislation in deal- and have simply never had the kind of ings. We think about Sandy Hook. We ing with mental health and putting doctor to help them come out of the think about Virginia Polytechnic. The necessary reforms in place. The gen- dark shadows of the existence in which U.S. leads the world in mass shootings. tleman has truly been an absolute they have been living. There have been 294 mass shootings in champion on this issue, and H.R. 2646 is Many of these individuals have been 2015 alone, and each one gives us an in- such a meaningful piece of legislation abandoned by their families. Many dicator of the possible sign of un- that will help in so many different times they are expelled from school. treated mental illness. Each one rep- ways. As you look around the country and resents a failure of our society, and dis- Mental health in this country is a you see the people who commit these pelling the stigma of mental illness for crisis and it is an epidemic, and there heinous, heinous crimes and then many those who suffer remains a task unfin- are so many families across this coun- times take their own life, they are ished. try that are dealing with this issue. completely alone or they are living When do the elected Representatives The gentleman came to my district a with one member of their family, aban- of the American people say, ‘‘Enough. little over a year ago, and we had a doned by their other family members America can do better. America must wonderful roundtable discussion. There and, as the gentleman from Pennsyl- do better’’? Let’s create a pathway, by were so many individuals who came to vania has said, many times ending up passing H.R. 2646, to immediate treat- it, so many family members who came homeless, the victims of attacks them- ment for those mentally ill citizens to it to speak on this issue. They were selves, or many times, out of whatever dangerous to others and dangerous to so appreciative of the fact that there is happening in a very ill brain, taking themselves. was actually some legislation that was it out on the rest of society. Congressman MURPHY, I can’t thank being developed to deal with this issue. Probing deeply into mental illness These are families that have nowhere requires a discipline that Congressman you enough. I don’t recall a bill which has had such broad bipartisan support. else to go. MURPHY has and an understanding that In my experience as a nurse, in no Congress yet has had. That myopia You have worked so hard to go around health care, but then also as my expe- is symptomatic of what is happening the country. This is not a partisan rience has gone forward in taking care across our Nation: more security but issue; this is an American issue. I hope of those in my district and then trav- no significant attention to those who America can lead the world in trying show out-of-control and violent ten- to find a better way. eling across the country and meeting dencies, those tragically mentally ill The suffering that we see in our dis- with families and talking with individ- citizens who are driven by their illness tricts, in community after community uals about how much this affects their to harm others. after community, broken families, bro- lives, and it is almost amazing when If someone has a broken back, we ken people, this doesn’t have to be in you start having the conversation have special wards. What happens to our country. about this piece of legislation because the mentally ill in the district that I In the hearing that you conducted in I don’t even think they think that any- represent and across this country, Cleveland, I learned something really body wants to help them anymore. I some of them end up in the jail. Sev- important that I didn’t know, and that think they feel so far and left behind enty-five percent of those incarcerated is that in the way that the reimburse- that it isn’t even in their mind that in northern Ohio have dual diagnoses ment occurs to hospitals for people someone is out there looking for an an- of mental illness and substance abuse. seeking care, that research in mental swer and helping in a way that will be What does that tell us? Our jails have illness is at the bottom of the list be- meaningful into the future. become the depositories for this Na- cause reimbursement doesn’t flow the The gentleman from Pennsylvania tion’s mentally ill. same way. So as we try to find answers has done extensive work with so many I am not saying that individuals di- to what is going on in the human brain, groups, so many patient advocacy agnosed with mental illness are more with the secretion of such chemicals groups. His own personal knowledge as likely to commit crimes. I agree with like dopamine and serotonin and these a child psychologist has played into Congressman MURPHY that most of different chemicals that those who are this issue. There are certain barriers them become victims of crimes because healthy have being secreted at a nor- that are in place, and they are in place they aren’t thinking straight, and it mal level, those who do not have that because we have put them there. Well- doesn’t have to be this way. system working for them have big meaning, well-intended HIPAA laws, The bill that Congressman MURPHY problems; but yet, if doctors try to get all of these things that have been put has written and has vetted and has research dollars to solve and figure out in place to help protect patients and worked with different groups and indi- what is going on in the human brain, their privacy and their issues, yet it viduals, and which I support and a host the reimbursement system we have prevents us from being able to under- of other Members do on a bipartisan today simply doesn’t work. I didn’t stand the situation. It prevents fami- basis, is supported by one of the most know that. lies from being able to get care for important organizations in our coun- So I thank you for coming to Ohio their loved ones. try: the National Alliance on Mental because I am focused on that like a Maybe an adult child of parents who Illness. I have the highest respect for laser beam, and it is a part of the an- are struggling to help their child, their them. swer. So thank you for allowing me son, their daughter. They may be out

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We take to. lation of the country is over 316 mil- the current office of SAMHSA and ele- lion, 320 million, and we only have b 2030 vate that title of the person who runs 40,000 psych beds. that agency to the level of an assistant Madam Speaker, this legislation will Now, Madam Speaker, some of that is secretary. That person’s job will be to change much of that. It is a step in the because we have come up with more ef- create an annual report to Congress to right direction. There is much more fective treatments, better ways of iden- tell us the state of the States, tell us that needs to be done. We were just tifying and diagnosing people, better how they spend their money that they talking a moment ago about our jails, medications, and, quite frankly, those get from the Federal level, tell us what our prisons, and how many of those asylums of yesteryear needed to close. are the best practices out there that who are within those walls and behind Many times they were homes of abuse can serve as models for other States, those bars literally are there because and given nicknames like snake pits, collect that data. they have mental health issues. Yes, cuckoo’s nests, and other derogatory they may have committed a crime; yes, terms because they were so bad. But Right now what we do get is data on they may have found themselves in a then along came community medical numbers of suicides. We get some terrible situation and ended up in jail, health centers, and that was supposed homicide data, but we really don’t get possibly even drug abuse; but the bot- to pick up the slack. As States found that much on homeless data. We have tom line is the mental health issue that they could close these asylums, so-so quality of data for substance that lies there. they looked and saw that they could abuse, what happens there. But for the We are talking even about issues of save some money, and they didn’t put most part, no one asks about these fiscal responsibility in this country, the money into mental health services, agencies and coordinates them. This and I think of how much money we will nor did the Federal Government. What person’s job is to do this. More so, this save and how much of a difference it happened instead was the people traded person is going to have to be a mental will make if we deal with this issue in the hospital bed for the jail cell, for the health provider, someone who under- the way that it needs to be dealt with. homeless shelter, and for the morgue. stands the field. The last Director of So, Madam Speaker, I am a cospon- That is where we are today. SAMHSA was an attorney, perhaps sor of this legislation. This is an in- Now, it is not for lack of trying be- well-intended, but did not understand credibly important piece of legislation. cause, indeed, the Federal Government the field. Just like you would not ap- It is bipartisan, and it is for every has spent a lot of money—some $100- point someone to head the Joint Chiefs American in this country, every Amer- plus billion a year—on this, mostly of Staff to run the Army who is not a ican in this country that is dealing through disability payments, but some general or the Navy who is not an ad- with this issue with a loved one or with for Federal programs. miral, you need someone to run this a friend. We all have them. We all walk Madam Speaker, what I want to do who knows what they are doing. down the streets and see individuals tonight is now talk about 10 things we In addition to coordinating these who we know are homeless, and we can do as a nation to deal with this, 10 agencies, what they would do is give a know that the root cause is mental ill- things we must do. report to Congress of which ones can be First of all, the General Accounting ness. We can change something in this eliminated because they are redundant, Office report that we commissioned country. This is one change we need to merge the money together, make more from the Energy and Commerce Com- money available, and send more money make. We need to come together as a mittee, we said: Tell us what programs out to communities. Let Congress then whole House of Representatives to pass there are in the Federal Government this piece of legislation. that deal with mental health and, more act to revamp these multiple organiza- Again, I just want to finish by thank- specifically, serious mental illness. tions to do what is most effective to ing the gentleman from Pennsylvania I was amazed to hear how many there get funding back to the communities one more time for his tireless efforts. were, 112 agencies scattered across and to the people where it is needed, You have truly been the champion for eight departments. It is a dysfunc- not to stay in Washington, D.C. every mental health issue, and this tional and uncoordinated system. It is I think President Reagan talked piece of legislation passed by the House a system that really does not have cen- about perhaps some proof of eternity is of Representatives will be a monu- tral control. It is a system that has not a Federal program. What we don’t want mental step in the direction of mental even met among these agencies for to have here is the continuation of pro- health reform. years, even though one of the agencies, grams that exist just for the sake of Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. I SAMHSA, Substance Abuse and Mental employment. Programs should exist for thank the gentlewoman for her com- Health Services Administration, is sup- the sake of doing the right thing for ments and for her continued pursuit of posed to be the lead agency to say get people out there, and right now, we making sure we pass this. together and meet. They hadn’t even have a failure. This bill was first introduced over a met since 2009. The second item is to drive evidence- year ago, reworked with a lot of bipar- By the way, when we had a hearing based care. Another General Account- tisan input, Members of Congress from on this in the Oversight and Investiga- ing Office report which came out both sides of the aisle, and also from tions Subcommittee, they said: Oh, we talked about some of the abysmal con- many, many organizations. The other will start doing that soon. But this re- ditions here. They were saying that day, some 23 organizations delivered a port that came out that excoriated the letter to some Members of Congress Federal programs said that they are agencies had difficulty identifying pro- saying they want to see comprehensive not only uncoordinated, but nobody grams supporting individuals with seri- mental health reform. even checks to see if what they do ous mental illness because they didn’t This is the first and the most com- works. They are programs with the De- always track whether or not such indi- prehensive mental health reform our partment of Defense; Veterans’ Affairs; viduals were among those served by the country has seen. The last time some Education, Health and Human Serv- program. efforts were made, it was the very last ices; HUD. The list goes on and on. I Again, SAMHSA in the past—which bill that President Kennedy signed be- think there are 20-plus programs for is supposed to lead these organiza- fore he was assassinated to begin to homelessness. There was redundancy tions—doesn’t really track to say: make some change in our country to and there was overlap, but it is not co- What are the evidence-based programs move away from the asylums and to- ordinated. We make it the most dif- you are doing? When we had a hearing wards community mental health. Un- ficult for those who have the most dif- on these issues, SAMHSA told me fortunately, that dream only came par- ficulty. afterwards they would change nothing.

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Why do we continue to reason I said before, that these prob- old man who was arrested for $5 worth fill our jails, homeless shelters, and lems emerge during those adolescent of shoplifting at a 7–Eleven in Virginia. morgues with people with mental ill- and young adult years. If you don’t He was taken to jail for shoplifting. ness? There are some excellent pro- have the right qualified people, you But upon recognizing that he had a se- grams out there, quite frankly, but can’t treat them. Similarly, clinical rious mental illness, they wanted to there are also many that need to be psychologists, counseling psycholo- get him to a hospital. Again, there changed. gists, clinical social workers, and peer weren’t beds available. So he stayed in As part of this process, it was stated support teams specifically trained and that jail, I believe, over 70 days, often in the GAO report that many of the available to be out there, we have mas- naked, covered in his own feces, refus- programs hadn’t completed their eval- sive shortages. ing to eat, and losing 40 pounds. Ulti- uations, many had no evaluations, Part of the job of the assistant sec- mately, he died for lack of a bed. some were underway, and 17 programs retary is going to be to identify what Now, that is not the only problem had no evaluation completed and none do we need in communities and how do that is out there. Understand that we planned. So the government was not we get them. Our bill authorizes, for don’t want to bring back those asy- even looking to see if what they were the first time, minorities to work with lums, but when a person is in that cri- doing had any value. We are going to fellowships. sis mode, it is not appropriate to bring change that, Madam Speaker. We are We also authorize people to be volun- them to a jail. going to make sure the programs that teers at community health centers. b 2045 are out there have evidence-based care. This is one of the bizarre things that The National Child Traumatic Stress only the Federal Government can do. If It is not appropriate to leave them in Network is an excellent program that you want to work at a community an emergency room for hours or days does a great job. Another program is health center, you can work, and your or weeks sometimes waiting for a hos- called RAISE, Response After Initial medical malpractice insurance is cov- pital bed to open up, and it certainly is Schizophrenia Episode. It does a great ered. If you want to volunteer, it is not inappropriate to discharge someone job because they work in terms of get- there. without any wraparound services or ting care early in someone’s life when Now, think about this. If there are care. they first show symptoms. It is called some well-intended and compas- But what happens is, when you have the prodromal stage. When you get to sionate—as I know many are—mental a bed shortage, you cannot get care for someone early, you improve their prog- health providers who want to volunteer crisis by qualified persons. We don’t nosis. But a lot of these other pro- maybe an afternoon a week, give of have the providers. We don’t have the grams—and I will highlight some of the their time to help, they are not allowed places. sloppy and irrational programs we have to do it because the center can’t afford It is important for someone to have a out here tonight—can make a dif- their malpractice insurance because clean and calm and caring environment ference if they are done the right way. they would have to pay the regular separate from other environmental Madam Speaker, it is important to rate as opposed to a Federal plan rate. stresses and problems so you can work note that with regard to serious men- Our bill also authorizes that they can with them and stabilize them, perhaps tal illness, about 50 percent of those volunteer. get them on medication, help them with serious mental illness, it will We also authorize programs with relax, help organize things for home emerge by age 14, and about 75 percent telemedicine so that when a pediatri- care or outpatient care for them. of the cases by age 24. Every time a cian or a family member identifies Sometimes that takes a few days. person has what the public popularly someone in need of care, they can ac- Sometimes that takes a couple weeks. knows as a breakdown, or we refer to it cess them immediately if need be, espe- But the idea is you need a place for as a psychological or psychiatric crisis, cially in rural areas and faraway areas them. there is harm that occurs to the per- where there is not enough support Without beds, oftentimes a staff sim- son, psychological harm and neuro- there. ply cannot do a thorough evaluation logical harm, because it is a brain dis- The next one is the shortage of men- and they sometimes then will simply ease. So it is important to get to peo- tal health beds. I had mentioned earlier make an uninformed and premature re- ple early on. That is why we want evi- this grave shortage where we had lease of the individual, of the con- dence-based care that really and truly 550,000 beds in the 1950s; we have 40,000 sumer, saying, ‘‘Well, he doesn’t seem does that and not programs that are today. It is a serious crisis-level short- that bad. We will send him home,’’ not fluff. We want them to have outcome age in every community. really understanding whether or not measures and determine them. During one of our hearings, Senator that person is a threat to themselves By the way, Madam Speaker, just the Creigh Deeds, a State senator in Vir- or someone else. opposite of that, some of the things ginia, testified. Many are familiar with Understand this, that even with the that SAMHSA has funded in the past his story. He was a former guber- brain diseases of schizophrenia and bi- have also been programs specifically natorial candidate in Virginia, and he polar, when questioned, someone could geared toward telling people to stop took his son, Gus, with him oftentimes be in a position where, when asked if taking their medication. When people campaigning around the State of Vir- they are going to harm themselves or have anxiety, they have plans in tell- ginia. someone else, they would say, ‘‘No. I ing you how to drink a fruit smoothie. Gus played a musical instrument, am fine. Really, it is okay. It was just None of those are evidence-based care, and they enjoyed their time together; a disagreement I had.’’ They can keep and none of those treat people with se- but sadly, Gus deteriorated. When his it together for a little bit. rious mental illness. father, who raised him, fed him, and And if a staff is already saying: Look, Number three, go to the mental clothed him, took him to a hospital for we don’t have hospital beds. Let’s send health workforce. We have a serious, care, the hospital said: We don’t have him home,’’ they will be sent home serious shortage here of providers. any psych beds. without really knowing the seriousness Even if you wanted to get care, you As they made calls and tried to find of their illness or providing full serv- can’t get care in many counties. I more in Virginia, they couldn’t find ices. think perhaps one-fourth or one-third any. Young Gus was sent home with his Further, if you want to evaluate if of counties in Oregon do not even have father. They wouldn’t provide many de- someone is a threat to harm them- a psychiatrist in them. Many do not tails, but they sent Gus home. Gus selves or someone else or in imminent

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If I know a family member vania, it is called a 302 procedure—they people out, and wrap them around with brings someone in to see me, I can lis- will bypass that or they will say to the the necessary services so they could go ten to them in a very passive mode, but patient, ‘‘Can you just voluntarily out more stable. I can’t provide them any information. commit yourself or promise you will be Point number five: We eliminate the That is helpful. They are giving me okay and you will go out and get same day doctor barrier, another one of vital information for history. care?’’ those ridiculously prejudicial rules out If I don’t have the accurate history, a I want to add this because it is very there that Medicaid has that harms provider does not have accurate his- important while the President and those of low income. tory, you can’t accurately diagnose. other people are talking about access I mentioned a number of times that You don’t know if the person has been to guns and talking about background the prodromal stages of adolescents on medication before, does it work or checks. You can’t do a background and young adulthood is when serious not work, who has this person seen be- check if you don’t have a background mental illness begins to emerge, those fore, what sets them off, are they doing record—you can’t do a background first symptoms that sometimes some- better, what are their symptoms. check if you don’t have a background one may think is a little bit strange, If I don’t have or a provider does not record—and if there is no place to help there is something different about this have that information, they may miss people when they are in crisis. person. Perhaps their grades are drop- making the accurate diagnosis and And if doctors and judges are not ping. Perhaps they are not taking care then not be able to provide proper going to have someone involuntarily of themselves the way they used to. treatment and follow-up. When that oc- committed, there is no record. There is Perhaps they are withdrawing from re- curs, harm can follow. nothing that can appear on the na- lationships and friends. Now, if I get the information, great. Those could be early signs of a bigger But what happens if that family mem- tional list to prevent a person from problem. But it takes, between first ber is not there? The provider can’t go purchasing a firearm. There was no time spent in a hospital symptoms and first professional treat- out and seek other family members and ment, on average, 110 weeks, over 2 where staff can truly evaluate are friends to get that information because years, of waiting time between first HIPAA laws are seen as barriers to these delusions and hallucinations symptoms, in part, because people are that. which can be controlled with medica- not aware of what to look for in the Because as soon as a doctor at a hos- tion, will the person be stabilized, are symptoms, but, in part, because they pital calls and says, ‘‘Your adult son is they a risk threat. You can’t do that. are not connected with other providers in the hospital. I need to ask you some We need more beds, and our bill says here and, even when they are, they are information about it,’’ that doctor has there will be more. not allowed to do anything. already violated HIPAA laws by identi- This is one of those areas of incred- The same day doctor rule is a Med- fying the person’s son is in a hospital. ible prejudices and bigotry. You see, icaid rule which says you can’t see two Now, think about this, though. A par- Medicaid has this rule that, if you are doctors in the same day at the same lo- ent, the person who was caring and lov- between the ages of 21 and 64, you can- cation. ing throughout a lifetime, committed not go into a private hospital that has So here is the problem. If a pediatri- to their family member, a brother, a more than 16 beds. Now, think about cian says to a mother or father, ‘‘We sister, someone’s mother or father, that. are very concerned about your teenage they are prohibited from being part of If you have money, you can go in a son’’—who is in the later years, 17 or the care team by HIPAA laws. hospital. If you are low income, you so—‘‘I would like him to see a psychia- A stranger, some appointed worker, are out of luck. You are on the street. trist right away because I am very con- someone who may see them as they It is a different standard that is grossly cerned about the behaviors you are de- roll in and out of their job, even if they unfair and incredibly prejudicial. And scribing to me’’ and then, when that care and they burn out, they will be again I go to this point, that those who doctor realizes that that person is on maybe sitting next to a family member are minorities or low income are treat- Medicaid, basically, Medicaid says, in court and simply say, ‘‘I can’t tell ed the worst. ‘‘We are not paying for it,’’ how cruel you anything about this family mem- A person is ten times more likely to and abusive is that, to say to someone, ber. You will have to find out for your- be treated in a jail cell than in a hos- ‘‘Just because you have low income we self.’’ pital if they are seriously mentally are not going to cover the services Here is another problem, though. Not ill—ten times more likely. And, yet, here’’ when this is a critical time? only are you impaired from getting di- that treatment in a jail cell is not ap- When you have that warm hand-off in agnostic information, you can’t evalu- propriate at all. the doctor’s office, there is a 95 percent ate medications. But understand that It is not treatment. Oftentimes they likelihood that the person will follow people with serious mental illness are are put in isolation. They may get in a up, according to a study by Children’s often at high risk for other medical fight with a guard. What started off as Hospital of Pittsburgh. problems, in part, because their hy- a small charge may end up as a felony When you wait and you say, ‘‘Here is giene may be poor, they may not take assault charge. the number. Call it another day,’’ that care of themselves, may not see doc- A person with serious mental illness likelihood drops below 45 percent. tors, et cetera. oftentimes for the same crime will And when you miss that golden op- But they also are in a situation spend four times the amount in jail as portunity to help a person in times of where they may take some medications a person who is not mentally ill. And need, that person may be very reluc- that make them high risk for diabetes all along, if we had the proper place to tant to come back for care in the fu- or heart disease. And without getting a treat them, we could have done that. ture. We fix this by saying we are going family member to help them with that, Our bill lifts this 16-bed cap, this ri- to drop that same day doctor rule. they do not have the ability to prop- diculously absurd 16-bed cap, and says, Number six: We have to empower par- erly treat them. instead, we would like to have an aver- ents and caregivers to be part of the so- My goal in this bill is to simply say age length of stay of less than 30 days. lution. Twenty years ago HIPAA laws that, in cases where someone has di- That can be achieved. In about 98 per- came out that said, ‘‘In order to help minished capacity to take care of cent of cases, it can be achieved. your insurance be portable, we want to themselves where, in absence of treat- And, by the way, it is far less expen- protect the records.’’ Good idea. ‘‘We ment, they become gravely disabled, a sive to have someone in a psychiatric wanted to make sure records had pri- provider may tell a known caregiver— hospital bed than an emergency room vacy.’’ Good idea. so notice I have already set the bar by about four times. Some studies have But HIPAA moved from the place pretty high—may tell a known care- gone as high as saying it is about 20 where we are supposed to assist care giver a few simple facts: the diagnosis,

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As I hear a lot of people surrounded by other people—$22,000. Now some say, well, that is unfair. talking about the concerns of why When we asked the director of Some say that might be an involuntary didn’t a parent do anything, why didn’t SAMHSA what that was for, they said commitment, that it puts people there they know anything in some cases, like it is more mental health awareness. against their will and you impair their the young man at Virginia Tech who The only thing I am aware of is it is a rights. killed so many students or the gentle- waste of money and that money could But I say this, that a person with se- men in Oregon or at Sandy Hook Ele- have gone to help pay someone’s salary rious mental illness 40 percent of the mentary School in Connecticut, it is to actually treat a patient. time is not even aware they have a because providers cannot do a risk as- Well, it gets worse. A Web site for 3- problem and so many times they refuse sessment. year-old children, the cost of $426,000, treatment or their past run-ins with They cannot contact a family mem- with animated characters and sing- the police and other hospitals because ber and say, ‘‘Can you tell me if this along songs. The purpose, we asked the they don’t want to be there, they don’t person has any morbid fantasy and fas- director of SAMHSA, prevention. ‘‘Pre- want to get treatment. cination with death, with extremely vention of what?’’, we said. ‘‘Well, we If we provide quality, compassionate, violent video games, with dark Web think prevention is good.’’ ‘‘Well, what accessible care, they may get that, but sites? Do they have weapons that are does this prevent and what does it do not under the current system. We want unsecured? Do they talk about violent and does it work and does it do any- to make sure they have that care, and issues? Have they made threats be- thing?’’ We waited for weeks to get an we will provide the funding to do it. fore?’’ You can’t do that risk assess- answer and we still don’t have it 1 Number 10, advance early interven- ment. Without that, you end up not month later. By the way, they took the tion and prevention programs: A lot of knowing the risk. what our government spends money on Number seven: States receive money Web site down when we shined a bright is what is called primary prevention, for mental health services and sub- light on it, saying, ‘‘What does this the things we do for everybody, like stance abuse disorders. Those dollars do?’’ don’t smoke, wear a seat belt. are about $500 million for mental We want accountability to this But what happens is, in the area of health and about $600 to $700 million spending. There will be different grant mental illness, those wellness pro- for substance abuse. The odd thing programs now—demonstration grants, grams like I described before that are about this is States are not allowed to innovation grants—where people will out there, the silly things that mingle that money. They can’t braid it know what these grants are. They can SAMHSA does, are not an effective use together. look at them as scientific studies in a Even worse is that many people with blind review to make sure it is going to of dollars. a substance abuse disorder have a men- quality programs that really make Secondary and tertiary prevention is tal illness and many people with men- sense. No more of this behavioral valuable. Secondary is when you recog- tal illness will turn toward other sub- wellness stuff, but truly working at nize someone is at risk, but not with stances to self-medicate. And, yet, the things that make a difference. symptoms. Tertiary is when they have person will have to go to two different Number nine: Develop alternatives to symptoms and you try and help them providers, two different clinics, to get institutionalization and have real jail get better. care instead of one. We drop that bar- diversion. I said already what happens By focusing money on the programs I rier and say Federal grants should go to so many people with mental illness. mentioned before—the RAISE program to States in a way that help the States They end up in jail. Forty to sixty per- or others, the Child and Adolescent work this best. cent of people in prison have a mental Traumatic Stress Network—you can Number eight: We want to bring ac- illness. move the dollars where they need to be countability to the spending of Federal And what this does is it helps provide funded and stop this silliness. funds. Now, here is where we have seen some extra funding for States that Now, I should say this while I am in another GAO report the absolute ab- have wraparound services for those talking about SAMHSA, that despite surdity and cruelty of how money is who have this history of violent incar- two GAO reports that criticize them— spent. cerations, arrests, mental illness. and one time afterwards I had the di- rector of SAMHSA in my office and I A GAO report done this last summer b 2100 told us that many times documents said, ‘‘Okay. Here is your opportunity. and applications for many who receive New York has a program called As- Would you change anything?’’ And she grants were not reviewed. They sisted Outpatient Treatment. Their said, ‘‘No. I wouldn’t change a thing.’’ couldn’t tell you what the application program, which means a judge will say Another time during one of our hear- criterion was to get an award. They you need to stay in treatment at an ings one of my colleagues said, ‘‘On a didn’t have program-specific guidance. outpatient level, has found they re- scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate Information was missing or not readily duced incarcerations by 81 percent. yourself on your programs?’’ And the available. They didn’t even know where They reduced homelessness by over 70 director said, ‘‘I would give myself a it was stored. You couldn’t follow the percent. They reduced admissions to 10,’’ despite all these failures. paper trail to see where it was. And so emergency rooms by over 70 percent. That is the reason why we need to what happens is no one knows how this They had patient satisfaction, con- have an assistant secretary of mental money was spent. sumer satisfaction at over 90 percent. health. That is the reason why we need But let me tell you some of the ab- And they cut costs in half. to make these changes. This is the cur- surd things we have found money is States have different programs here. rent reason why we have so many of spent on, our tax dollars. How about About 46 States have something on the these problems. this? A Web site last winter was posted books. But many of these States do not Before I wrap up here, I want to yield by SAMHSA for the people of Boston to put these programs in practice because a couple of minutes to the gentleman help them with their worries about of the big cost. We know States will from Pennsylvania (Mr. THOMPSON), snow. That is right. They posted a 1–800 save a lot of money once they start who has also been involved in the field number you could call if you had snow doing this. of wellness and is also a supporter of anxiety. These are people from New But what we want to do is take peo- this bill. England, for goodness sake. They know ple out of this cycle, this revolving Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. how to handle snow. But our tax dol- door of jail and risk and more damage, Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague lars went to help them understand it. and say that States need to have pro- from Pennsylvania for yielding and for

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:20 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.065 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H6832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE October 6, 2015 leading on this incredibly important Congressman MURPHY has taken a REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- issue that is before us. compassionate and evidence-based ap- VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF I rise in support of Congressman proach to reforming the way the Fed- ESTABLISHING A SELECT INVES- MURPHY’s bill, H.R. 2646, the Helping eral Government addresses mental TIGATIVE PANEL OF THE COM- Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of health. MITTEE ON ENERGY AND COM- 2015. You know this significant piece of H.R. 2646 breaks down barriers for MERCE legislation aims to address the fact families. It encourages innovative Ms. FOXX (during the Special Order that millions of Americans who suffer models of care. It advances early inter- of Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania), from from a serious mental illness are going vention and prevention programs. the Committee on Rules, submitted a without treatment, as families and privileged report (Rept. No. 114–288) on caregivers struggle to find support in a Notably, it employs telepsychiatry to reach underserved and rural population the resolution (H. Res. 461) establishing disorganized healthcare system. a Select Investigative Panel of the I practiced rehabilitation services for areas where patients have difficulty ac- cessing needed care. I know for a fact Committee on Energy and Commerce, 28 years before I had the privilege and which was referred to the House Cal- honor in 2009 to come to work on behalf using telepsychiatry reduces the stig- ma of reaching out for help. endar and ordered to be printed. of the citizens of Pennsylvania’s Fifth f Congressional District. Part of my ca- I authored a bill that has become reer was working acute psychiatric law. It is called the STEP law, the REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- services, working with people that Servicemember Telemedicine Elec- VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF were experiencing some of the most tronic Portability Act, which we really H.R. 3192, HOMEBUYERS ASSIST- chronic and reoccurring disabling con- did this for our military, our Active- ANCE ACT, AND PROVIDING FOR ditions that are out there. Duty military Reserve and Guard. PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PE- Many times the system that we are We changed the law a few years back RIOD FROM OCTOBER 12, 2015, in only really responded when people with a piece of legislation that has ex- THROUGH OCTOBER 19, 2015 were in crisis, but it only responded to panded telemedicine that is used by the Ms. FOXX (during the Special Order the point that the person was no longer Department of Defense, and it really of Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania), from a danger to themselves or someone has helped save lives. It has not been the Committee on Rules, submitted a else. the only thing we have done, but it was privileged report (Rept. No. 114–289) on The system did not allow for the a valuable part in the reduction of the the resolution (H. Res. 462) providing types of resources to be deployed and suicide rate among our military. for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3192) the care to be provided to really meet to provide for a temporary safe harbor So we know the many provisions the needs of these individuals to stop from the enforcement of integrated dis- within this bill are tested. They are the cycle. closure requirements for mortgage loan proven. There are lives to be improved It was really a privilege and honor to transactions under the Real Estate and lives to be saved. It recognizes the work with many different individuals Settlement Procedures Act of 1974 and important role of the family, the care- and many different family members. the Truth in Lending Act, and for other giver. But I am so excited about this step purposes, and providing for proceedings that we are taking with this bill, and I Now, these are some of the most during the period from October 12, 2015, really encourage leadership. This is a chronic and recurring conditions, and through October 19, 2015, which was re- bill whose time is now. We need to ele- you need a strong support system. The ferred to the House Calendar and or- vate it to the House and to the Senate. way our system is today, it excludes dered to be printed. This needs to be on the President’s those family members. f desk because we can make a difference So there is just a lot to support here, LEAVE OF ABSENCE in people’s lives with this bill. and I am certainly proud to do it. It is hard to deny the staggering con- By unanimous consent, leave of ab- It is important that we make a com- sence was granted to: sequences of neglecting our mental mitment to address mental health with Mr. HUDSON (at the request of Mr. health system. Suicide rates are at the the same urgency as we do physical MCCARTHY) for today and October 7 on highest they have been in more than 25 health. account of family reasons. years. Our nationwide shortage of psy- chiatric beds is nearly at 100,000. The I will remain steadfast in my support f three largest mental health hospitals for H.R. 2646, and I encourage my col- ENROLLED BILL SIGNED leagues to do the same. in the United States are classified as Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, criminal incarceration facilities, pris- Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. In my reported and found truly enrolled a bill ons. closing minute, let me say this: As I of the House of the following title, I have taken the opportunity—I opened up, this will be known as the which was thereupon signed by the think it is important—to make visits bloody summer of 2015. Let this time be Speaker: to our prisons within the congressional the autumn of our compassion in 2015. H.R. 2835. An act to actively recruit mem- district. I have done that. I have more The time is now. We have 40 news- bers of the Armed Forces who are separating of those visits coming up. papers around this country that have from military service to serve as Customs It is very apparent to me that, as we published endorsements for this legis- and Border Protection officers. have closed in the past facilities that lation. We have 133 bipartisan cospon- f perhaps we could have improved upon sors. BILL PRESENTED TO THE versus closing, all we did was shift peo- I plead with my colleagues to please PRESIDENT ple to the streets and from the streets become a cosponsor to this bill. I beg to the prisons. Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House, leadership. Let’s no longer have a blind So many people today have a dual di- reported that on October 5, 2015, she eye to this, let’s no longer have a mo- agnosis, some type of psychiatric diag- presented to the President of the ment of silence, and let this be the nosis, but also a substance abuse diag- United States, for his approval, the fol- time of our action. lowing bill: nosis, which tends to be a part of that spiral. And your heart breaks to see Let’s pass H.R. 2646, the Helping H.R. 1624. To amend title I of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and title that. Families in Mental Health Crisis Act, and let’s bring compassion and care to XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to If we want to reduce our prison popu- revise the definition of small employer. lation and the cost that it takes to the many families in America who are f maintain individuals, then this bill is a suffering from mental illness and show good step in that direction of breaking them that that twilight, as the sun ADJOURNMENT that cycle. I would argue that this bill sets, is indicating that there soon will Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. will help have a cost savings over time, be a dawn of great hope in America. Madam Speaker, I move that the House short term and certainly long term. I yield back the balance of my time. do now adjourn.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:07 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06OC7.067 H06OCPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with HOUSE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6833 The motion was agreed to; accord- tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket 3043. A letter from the Management and ingly (at 9 o’clock and 9 minutes p.m.), No.: FAA-2014-0583; Directorate Identifier Program Analyst, FAA, Department of under its previous order, the House ad- 2013-NM-130-AD; Amendment 39-18258; AD Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2015-17-25] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- journed until tomorrow, Wednesday, 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums October 7, 2015, at 10 a.m. for morning- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- hour debate. Committee on Transportation and Infra- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31036; f structure. Amdt. No.: 3660] received October 5, 2015, pur- 3036. A letter from the Management and suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Program Analyst, FAA, Department of lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on ETC. Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Transportation and Infrastructure. Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3044. A letter from the Management and tives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes communications were taken from the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of [Docket No.: FAA-2014-1044; Directorate Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Speaker’s table and referred as follows: Identifier 2014-NM-148-AD; Amendment 39- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3029. A letter from the Management and 18245; AD 2015-17-12] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received tives; Airbus Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2015-0242; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-100- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, AD; Amendment 39-18240; AD 2015-17-07] (RIN: ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums tation and Infrastructure. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- 3037. A letter from the Management and 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31035; Program Analyst, FAA, Department of portation and Infrastructure. Amdt. No.: 3659] received October 5, 2015, pur- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 3045. A letter from the Management and suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on tives; SOCATA Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Transportation and Infrastructure. 2015-2047; Directorate Identifier 2015-CE-013- ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 3030. A letter from the Management and AD; Amendment 39-18243; AD 2015-17-10] (RIN: proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31033; ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- Amdt. No.: 3657] received October 5, 2015, pur- tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- portation and Infrastructure. suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- 3038. A letter from the Management and et No.: FAA-2015-0245; Directorate Identifier lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2014-NM-135-AD; Amendment 39-18268; AD Transportation and Infrastructure. 2015-19-06] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 3046. A letter from the Management and 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); ment’s final rule — Airspace Designations; Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Incorporation by Reference [Docket No.: Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Committee on Transportation and Infra- FAA-2015-3375; Amendment No.: 71-47] (RIN: ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- structure. 2120-AA66) received October 5, 2015, pursuant tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket 3031. A letter from the Management and to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law No.: FAA-2014-1050; Directorate Identifier 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2014-NM-123-AD; Amendment 39-18241; AD portation and Infrastructure. Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2015-17-08] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October 3039. A letter from the Management and ment’s final rule — Standard Instrument Ap- 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); proach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Mis- Committee on Transportation and Infra- cellaneous Amendments [Docket No.: 31034; ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- tives; Pratt and Whitney Turbofan Engines structure. Amdt. No.: 3658] received October 5, 2015, pur- 3047. A letter from the Management and [Docket No.: FAA-2014-1130; Directorate suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Identifier 2015-NE-04-AD; Amendment 39- lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 18250; AD 2015-17-17] received October 5, 2015, Transportation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3032. A letter from the Management and pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Com- tives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines Program Analyst, FAA, Department of [Docket No.: FAA-2014-0363; Directorate Transportation, transmitting the Depart- mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- ture. Identifier 2014-NE-08-AD; Amendment 39- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3040. A letter from the Management and 18252; AD 2015-17-19] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket Program Analyst, FAA, Department of October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. No.: FAA-2015-0676; Directorate Identifier Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, 2014-NM-164-AD; Amendment 39-18238; AD ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 2015-17-05] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October tives; GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. Turboprop tation and Infrastructure. 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Engines [Docket No.: FAA-2015-0625; Direc- 3048. A letter from the Management and Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the torate Identifier 2015-NE-09-AD; Amendment Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Committee on Transportation and Infra- 39-18253; AD 2015-17-20] (RIN: 2120-AA64) re- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- structure. ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ment’s final rule — Amendment of Class C 3033. A letter from the Management and 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Airspace; Burbank, CA [Docket No.: FAA- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 2015-0690; Airspace Docket No.: 15-AWA-1] Transportation, transmitting the Depart- tation and Infrastructure. (RIN: 2120-AA66) received October 5, 2015, ment’s final rule — Revocation of Jet Route 3041. A letter from the Management and pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by J-513; North Central United States [Docket Program Analyst, Department of Transpor- Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Com- No.: FAA-2015-3601; Airspace Docket No.: 15- tation, transmitting the Department’s final mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- AGL-5] (RIN: 2120-AA66) received October 5, rule — Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca ture. 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added S.A. Turboshaft Engines [Docket No.: FAA- 3049. A letter from the Management and by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Com- 2015-0900; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-12- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- AD; Amendment 39-18251; AD 2015-17-18] (RIN: Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ture. 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3034. A letter from the Management and to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- No.: FAA-2015-0680; Directorate Identifier Transportation, transmitting the Depart- portation and Infrastructure. 2014-NM-165-AD; Amendment 39-18236; AD ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3042. A letter from the Management and 2015-17-03] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October tives; Vulcanair S.p.A. Airplanes [Docket Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); No.: FAA-2015-0656; Directorate Identifier Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the 2015-CE-027-AD; Amendment 39-18259; AD ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Committee on Transportation and Infra- 2015-18-01] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October tives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lock- structure. 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); heed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes 3050. A letter from the Management and Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the [Docket No.: FAA-2014-0779; Directorate Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Committee on Transportation and Infra- Identifier 2014-NM-052-AD; Amendment 39- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- structure. 18260; AD 2015-18-02] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 3035. A letter from the Management and October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, et No.: FAA-2014-0772; Directorate Identifier Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 2014-NM-090-AD; Amendment 39-18233; AD ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- tation and Infrastructure. 2015-16-08] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October

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A letter from the Management and AD; Amendment 39-18247; AD 2015-17-14] (RIN: Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- ment’s final rule — Establishment of Class E 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- tives; CFM International S.A. Turbofan En- Airspace; Iron Mountain, MI [Docket No.: portation and Infrastructure. gines [Docket No.: FAA-2015-0277; Direc- FAA-2015-1871; Airspace Docket No.: 15-AGL- 3068. A letter from the Management and torate Identifier 2015-NE-05-AD; Amendment 10] received October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 39-18262; AD 2015-18-04] (RIN: 2120-AA64) re- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, tation and Infrastructure. tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 3060. A letter from the Management and No.: FAA-2015-0822; Directorate Identifier tation and Infrastructure. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 2014-NM-210-AD; Amendment 39-18248; AD 3052. A letter from the Management and Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 2015-17-15] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ment’s final rule — Establishment of Class E 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Airspace; Newberry, MI [Docket No.: FAA- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the ment’s final rule — Amendment of Class E 2015-1869; Airspace Docket No.: 15-AGL-9] re- Committee on Transportation and Infra- Airspace; Portland, OR [Docket No.: FAA- ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. structure. 2015-1137; Airspace Docket No.: 15-ANM-4] re- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, 3069. A letter from the Assistant Secretary ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- of the Army, Civil Works, Department of De- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, tation and Infrastructure. fense, transmitting the final Comprehensive Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- 3061. A letter from the Management and Everglades Restoration Plan integrated tation and Infrastructure. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of project implementation report and environ- 3053. A letter from the Management and Transportation, transmitting the Depart- mental impact statement, pursuant to the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Water Resources Development Act of 2000, Transportation, transmitting the Depart- tives; Airbus Helicopters [Docket No.: FAA- Sec. 601; (H. Doc. No. 114—65); to the Com- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- 2015-0673; Directorate Identifier 2014-SW-034- mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure tives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes [Docket AD; Amendment 39-18244; AD 2015-17-11] (RIN: and ordered to be printed. No.: FAA-2015-0823; Directorate Identifier 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant 3070. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 2014-NM-211-AD; Amendment 39-18249; AD to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law of the Army, Civil Works, Department of De- 2015-17-16] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- fense, transmitting the report on modifica- 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); portation and Infrastructure. tions to Calcasieu Lock, inland navigation Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the 3062. A letter from the Management and project, pursuant to the River and Harbor Committee on Transportation and Infra- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Act of 24 July 1946; (H. Doc. No. 114—66); to structure. Transportation, transmitting the Depart- the Committee on Transportation and Infra- 3054. A letter from the Management and ment’s final rule — Amendment of Class E structure and ordered to be printed. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Airspace; Tracy, CA [Docket No.: FAA-2015- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 1623; Airspace Docket No.: 15-AWP-10] re- f ment’s final rule — Amendment of Class E ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON Airspace; Douglas, WY [Docket No.: FAA- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 2015-1089; Airspace Docket No.: 15-ANM-11] Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- received October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. tation and Infrastructure. Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, 3063. A letter from the Management and committees were delivered to the Clerk Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of for printing and reference to the proper tation and Infrastructure. Transportation, transmitting the Depart- calendar, as follows: 3055. A letter from the Management and ment’s final rule — Amendment of Class E Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Airspace; Tracy, CA [Docket No.: FAA-2015- Mr. HENSARLING: Committee on Finan- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 1623; Airspace Docket No.: 15-AWP-10] re- cial Services. H.R. 1525. A bill to require the ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Securities and Exchange Commission to tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, make certain improvements to form 10–K et No.: FAA-2014-0777; Directorate Identifier Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- and regulation S–K, and for other purposes 2014-NM-088-AD; Amendment 39-18257; AD tation and Infrastructure. (Rept. 114–279). Referred to the Committee of 2015-17-24] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October 3064. A letter from the Management and the Whole House on the state of the Union. 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Mr. HENSARLING: Committee on Finan- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Transportation, transmitting the Depart- cial Services. H.R. 1553. A bill to amend the Committee on Transportation and Infra- ment’s final rule — Establishment of Class D Federal Deposit Insurance Act to specify structure. and Class E Airspace; Aurora, OR [Docket which smaller institutions may qualify for 3056. A letter from the Management and No.: FAA-2014-1070; Airspace Docket No.: 14- an 18-month examination cycle (Rept. 114– Program Analyst, FAA, Department of ANM-9] received October 5, 2015, pursuant to 280). Referred to the Committee of the Whole Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law House on the state of the Union. ment’s final rule — Establishment of Class E 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- Mr. HENSARLING: Committee on Finan- Airspace, Delta, CO [Docket No.: FAA-2015- portation and Infrastructure. cial Services. H.R. 1839. A bill to amend the 0343; Airspace Docket No.: 14-ANM-10] re- 3065. A letter from the Management and Securities Act of 1933 to exempt certain ceived October 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of transactions involving purchases by accred- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ited investors, and for other purposes; with Sec. 251; to the Committee on Transpor- ment’s final rule — IFR Altitudes; Miscella- an amendment (Rept. 114–281). Referred to tation and Infrastructure. neous Amendments [Docket No.: 31039; the Committee of the Whole House on the 3057. A letter from the Management and Amdt. No.: 522] received October 5, 2015, pur- state of the Union. Program Analyst, FAA, Department of suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- Mr. HENSARLING: Committee on Finan- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on cial Services. H.R. 2091. A bill to amend the ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Transportation and Infrastructure. Fair Credit Reporting Act to clarify the abil- tives; Airbus Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- 3066. A letter from the Management and ity to request consumer reports in certain 2015-0085; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-078- Program Analyst, FAA, Department of cases to establish and enforce child support AD; Amendment 39-18255; AD 2015-17-22] (RIN: Transportation, transmitting the Depart- payments and awards (Rept. 114–282). Re- 2120-AA64) received October 5, 2015, pursuant ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- ferred to the Committee of the Whole House to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law tives; The Boeing Company Airplanes [Dock- on the state of the Union. 104-121, Sec. 251; to the Committee on Trans- et No.: FAA-2014-0523; Directorate Identifier Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- portation and Infrastructure. 2014-NM-050-AD; Amendment 39-18246; AD curity. H.R. 3102. A bill to amend the Home- 3058. A letter from the Management and 2015-17-13] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received October land Security Act of 2002 to reform programs Program Analyst, FAA, Department of 5, 2015, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); of the Transportation Security Administra- Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Added by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; to the tion, streamline transportation security reg- ment’s final rule — Airworthiness Direc- Committee on Transportation and Infra- ulations, and for other purposes; with an tives; Airbus Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA- structure. amendment (Rept. 114–283). Referred to the 2015-0926; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-121- 3067. A letter from the Management and Committee of the Whole House on the state AD; Amendment 39-18263; AD 2015-18-05] (RIN: Program Analyst, FAA, Department of of the Union.

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Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- tions with the Government of the Republic riod to be subsequently determined by the curity. H.R. 3510. A bill to amend the Home- of Turkey to seek to enter into a bilateral Speaker, in each case for consideration of land Security Act of 2002 to require the Sec- free trade agreement with Turkey; to the such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- retary of Homeland Security to develop a cy- Committee on Ways and Means. tion of the committee concerned. bersecurity strategy for the Department of By Mr. EMMER of Minnesota (for him- By Mr. POE of Texas: Homeland Security, and for other purposes; self and Mr. WALZ): H.R. 3693. A bill to require a report on with an amendment (Rept. 114–284). Referred H.R. 3686. A bill to direct the Inspector whether Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard to the Committee of the Whole House on the General of the Department of Veterans Af- Corps is a terrorist entity, and for other pur- state of the Union. fairs to make certain reports publicly avail- poses; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Mr. BISHOP of Utah: Committee on Nat- able and for other purposes; to the Com- By Mr. TROTT (for himself and Mr. ural Resources. H.R. 2295. A bill to amend mittee on Veterans’ Affairs. DEUTCH): the Mineral Leasing Act to require the Sec- By Mr. CRAWFORD (for himself, Mr. H.R. 3694. A bill to combat trafficking in retary of the Interior to identify and des- CONAWAY, and Mr. POE of Texas): human organs, and for other purposes; to the ignate National Energy Security Corridors H.R. 3687. A bill to modify the prohibition Committee on Foreign Affairs. for the construction of natural gas pipelines on United States assistance and financing By Mr. ZELDIN: on Federal land, and for other purposes; with for certain exports to Cuba under the Trade H.R. 3695. A bill to simplify and improve an amendment (Rept. 114–285). Referred to Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement the Federal student loan program through the Committee of the Whole House on the Act of 2000, and for other purposes; to the income-contingent repayment to provide state of the Union. Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addi- stronger protections for borrowers, encour- Mr. BISHOP of Utah: Committee on Nat- tion to the Committees on Financial Serv- age responsible borrowing, and save money ural Resources. H.R. 2288. A bill to remove ices, and Agriculture, for a period to be sub- for taxpayers; to the Committee on Edu- the use restrictions on certain land trans- sequently determined by the Speaker, in cation and the Workforce, and in addition to ferred to Rockingham County, Virginia, and each case for consideration of such provi- the Committee on Ways and Means, for a pe- for other purposes; with an amendment sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the riod to be subsequently determined by the (Rept. 114–286). Referred to the Committee of committee concerned. Speaker, in each case for consideration of the Whole House on the state of the Union. By Mr. CUELLAR: such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- Mr. BISHOP of Utah: Committee on Nat- H.R. 3688. A bill to provide for the author- tion of the committee concerned. ural Resources. H.R. 2358. A bill to amend ity for the successors and assigns of the By Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Penn- the Federal Land Policy and Management Starr-Camargo Bridge Company to maintain sylvania: Act of 1976 to enhance the reliability of the and operate a toll bridge across the Rio H. Res. 463. A resolution recognizing Octo- electricity grid and reduce the threat of Grande near Rio Grande City, Texas, and for ber 7th as National Trigeminal Neuralgia wildfires to and from electric transmission other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Awareness Day; to the Committee on Energy and distribution facilities on Federal lands Affairs. and Commerce. by facilitating vegetation management on By Mr. MCKINLEY (for himself and Mr. such lands; with an amendment (Rept. 114– By Mr. CONAWAY (for himself, Mr. WELCH): ALLEN, Mr. CARTER of Texas, Mr. 287, Pt. 1). Referred to the Committee of the H.R. 3689. A bill to establish a worker ad- Whole House on the state of the Union. COLLINS of New York, Mr. BABIN, justment assistance program to provide as- Mrs. BLACKBURN, Mr. BOUSTANY, Mr. Ms. FOXX: Committee on Rules. House sistance and job retraining for workers who Resolution 461. Resolution establishing a Se- FARENTHOLD, Mr. FLORES, Mr. have lost their jobs due to unplanned clo- FRANKS of Arizona, Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. lect Investigative Panel of the Committee on sures of coal and coal dependent industries, Energy and Commerce (Rept. 114–288). Re- HUDSON, Mr. HURT of Virginia, Mr. and for other purposes; to the Committee on LAMALFA, Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. LUCAS, ferred to the House Calendar. Education and the Workforce, and in addi- Mr. STIVERS: Committee on Rules. House Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Mr. MARCHANT, tion to the Committee on Oversight and Gov- Resolution 462. Resolution providing for con- Mr. MCHENRY, Mr. MOONEY of West ernment Reform, for a period to be subse- sideration of the bill (H.R. 3192) to provide Virginia, Mr. OLSON, Mr. PEARCE, Mr. quently determined by the Speaker, in each for a temporary safe harbor from the en- ROKITA, Mr. SALMON, Mr. SESSIONS, case for consideration of such provisions as forcement of integrated disclosure require- Mr. SMITH of Texas, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. fall within the jurisdiction of the committee ments for mortgage loan transactions under WEBER of Texas, and Mr. YOUNG of In- the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act concerned. diana): of 1974 and the Truth in Lending Act, and for By Mr. POCAN (for himself, Ms. H. Res. 464. A resolution affirming that pri- other purposes, and providing for pro- DELAURO, Ms. NORTON, Mrs. WATSON vate equity plays an important role in grow- ceedings during the period from October 12, COLEMAN, Mrs. BUSTOS, Mr. CONYERS, ing and strengthening United States busi- 2015, through October 19, 2015 (Rept. 114–289). Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. nesses throughout all sectors of the economy Referred to the House Calendar. SCOTT of Virginia, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. and in every State and congressional district NORCROSS, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. GRI- DISCHARGE OF COMMITTEE and that it has fostered significant invest- JALVA, Ms. JUDY CHU of California, ment in the United States economy; to the Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XIII, the Ms. FUDGE, Ms. HAHN, Mr. SERRANO, Committee on Agriculture discharged Committee on Ways and Means, and in addi- Mr. PAYNE, Ms. MOORE, Mr. ELLISON, tion to the Committee on Financial Serv- from further consideration. H.R. 2358 Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. BRENDAN F. ices, for a period to be subsequently deter- referred to the Committee of the Whole BOYLE of Pennsylvania, and Mr. mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- House on the state of the Union, and HONDA): sideration of such provisions as fall within ordered to be printed. H.R. 3690. A bill to amend the National the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. Labor Relations Act to establish an efficient f By Ms. NORTON: system to enable employees to form, join, or H. Res. 465. A resolution expressing the PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS assist labor organizations, and for other pur- sense of the House of Representatives that poses; to the Committee on Education and the justices of the United States Supreme Under clause 2 of rule XII, public the Workforce. bills and resolutions of the following ´ Court should make themselves subject to the By Mr. BEN RAY LUJAN of New Mex- existing and operative ethics guidelines set titles were introduced and severally re- ico (for himself, Mr. TONKO, Ms. ferred, as follows: out in the Code of Conduct for United States CLARKE of New York, Ms. MATSUI, Judges, or should promulgate their own code ´ By Mr. CHABOT (for himself, Mr. HUN- and Mr. CARDENAS): of conduct; to the Committee on the Judici- H.R. 3691. A bill to amend the Public TER, Mr. RUSSELL, Mr. SCOTT of Vir- ary. ginia, and Ms. SEWELL of Alabama): Health Service Act to reauthorize the resi- H.R. 3684. A bill to amend the Higher Edu- dential treatment programs for pregnant and f cation Act of 1965 to provide that an indi- postpartum women and to establish a pilot CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY vidual may remain eligible to participate in program to provide grants to State sub- STATEMENT the teacher loan forgiveness program under stance abuse agencies to promote innovative title IV of such Act if the individual’s period service delivery models for such women; to Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of of consecutive years of employment as a full- the Committee on Energy and Commerce. the Rules of the House of Representa- time teacher is interrupted because the indi- By Mr. GARAMENDI (for himself, Mr. tives, the following statements are sub- vidual is the spouse of a member of the FARR, Mr. HONDA, Mr. LOWENTHAL, mitted regarding the specific powers Armed Forces who is relocated during the and Mr. THOMPSON of California): granted to Congress in the Constitu- school year pursuant to military orders for a H.R. 3692. A bill to provide for environ- permanent change of duty station, and for mental restoration activities and forest tion to enact the accompanying bill or other purposes; to the Committee on Edu- management activities in the Lake Tahoe joint resolution. cation and the Workforce. Basin, and for other purposes; to the Com- By Mr. CHABOT: By Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia: mittee on Natural Resources, and in addition H.R. 3684. H.R. 3685. A bill to direct the United States to the Committees on Agriculture, and Congress has the power to enact this legis- Trade Representative to initiate negotia- Transportation and Infrastructure, for a pe- lation pursuant to the following:

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Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18: ‘‘. . . To section 8 of article I of the Constitution of New Mexico, Mr. LYNCH, Mr. SEAN PAT- make all Laws which shall be necessary and By Mr. POE of Texas: RICK MALONEY of New York, Ms. MCCOLLUM, proper for carrying into Execution the fore- H.R. 3693. Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. MEEKS, Ms. MENG, Ms. going Powers, and all other Powers vested by Congress has the power to enact this legis- MOORE, Mr. NADLER, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. this Constitution in the Government of the lation pursuant to the following: O’ROURKE, Mr. PASCRELL, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. United States, or in any Department or Offi- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1. PETERS, Ms. PINGREE, Mr. POCAN, Mr. POLIS, cer thereof.’’ By Mr. TROTT: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. QUIGLEY, By Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia: H.R. 3694. Mr. RANGEL, Mr. RYAN of Ohio, Ms. SCHA- H.R. 3685. Congress has the power to enact this legis- KOWSKY, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. SIRES, Ms. SLAUGH- Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: TER, Mr. SWALWELL of California, Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 8. TAKANO, Ms. TITUS, Mr. TONKO, Ms. TSONGAS, Article 1, Section 8 of the United States By Mr. ZELDIN: Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. VARGAS, Ms. Constitution, which states that ‘‘Congress H.R. 3695. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mr. shall have the power . . . [t]o regulate Com- Congress has the power to enact this legis- YARMUTH, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Ms. JUDY CHU of merce with foreign Nations . . .’’ lation pursuant to the following: California, Mr. CLYBURN, Mr. DANNY K. and that Article 1, Section 8 of the United States DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. HAHN, Mr. LEWIS, Ms. ‘‘Congress shall have the power . . . [t]o Constitution. MATSUI, Mr. PERLMUTTER, Mr. RICHMOND, Mr. make all Laws which shall be necessary and SCOTT of Virginia, Mr. VISCLOSKY, Mr. FARR, f proper for carrying into Execution the fore- Mr. BECERRA, and Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of New going Powers, and all other Powers vested by ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Mexico. this Constitution in the Government of the H.R. 1233: Mr. ASHFORD and Mr. LAMBORN. United States, or in any Department or Offi- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 1256: Ms. BROWNLEY of California. cer thereof.’’ were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 1258: Ms. MENG, Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS By Mr. EMMER of Minnesota: tions, as follows: of Illinois, and Mr. HUFFMAN. H.R. 3686. H.R. 1283: Mr. CROWLEY. H.R. 10: Mr. COLE, Mr. DESANTIS, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1288: Mr. GRIJALVA and Ms. JENKINS of BISHOP of Utah, Ms. FOXX, and Mrs. COM- lation pursuant to the following: Kansas. STOCK. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. H.R. 1309: Mr. ASHFORD and Mr. SHERMAN. H.R. 167: Mr. DENHAM and Ms. KUSTER. Constitution: The Congress shall have Power H.R. 1312: Mr. GRAVES of Missouri and Mr. H.R. 174: Mr. MCHENRY. to make all Laws which shall be necessary TONKO. H.R. 192: Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. and proper for carrying into Execution the H.R. 1401: Mr. RIBBLE. H.R. 213: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ and Mr. PRICE of foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vest- H.R. 1422: Mr. SHERMAN. North Carolina. ed by this Constitution in the Government of H.R. 1427: Mr. GUTHRIE and Mrs. CAPPS. H.R. 228: Ms. JACKSON LEE. the United States, or in any Department or H.R. 1453: Mr. LAMBORN. H.R. 302: Mr. COOPER. Officer thereof. H.R. 1475: Mr. FARR, Mr. BEYER, Ms. JEN- H.R. 403: Mr. LOEBSACK. By Mr. CRAWFORD: KINS of Kansas, Mr. LYNCH, Mr. SIRES, Mr. H.R. 410: Mr. VAN HOLLEN. H.R. 3687. CA´ RDENAS, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, and Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 446: Ms. EDWARDS. LUCAS. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 542: Ms. GRAHAM. H.R. 1482: Ms. MAXINE WATERS of Cali- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 546: Mr. RICHMOND. fornia. lation pursuant to the enumerated powers H.R. 563: Mrs. BEATTY and Ms. BONAMICI. H.R. 1516: Mr. WALBERG. listed in Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Con- H.R. 581: Mr. CONYERS. H.R. 1550: Mr. VARGAS and Mr. HIMES. stitution, to regulate Commerce with For- H.R. 590: Mrs. KIRKPATRICK. H.R. 1567: Ms. DUCKWORTH, Mr. ELLISON, eign Nations. H.R. 662: Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mrs. CAPPS, and Mr. VARGAS. By Mr. CUELLAR: H.R. 670: Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania and H.R. 1571: Mr. FATTAH. H.R. 3688. Mr. KATKO. H.R. 1603: Mr. GARRETT and Mrs. LOVE. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 699: Mr. ZELDIN. H.R. 1608: Mr. CAPUANO and Mr. BISHOP of lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 721: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Georgia. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3: To regulate H.R. 757: Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. H.R. 1625: Mr. MURPHY of Florida. H.R. 1632: Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mr. LAMALFA, Commerce with forign Nations, and among H.R. 814: Mr. BYRNE. and Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia. the several States, and with the Indian H.R. 829: Ms. TSONGAS. H.R. 1653: Ms. KAPTUR. Tribes; H.R. 837: Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. H.R. 1684: Mrs. CAPPS. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18: To make all H.R. 870: Ms. PELOSI, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. H.R. 1728: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- laws which shall be necessary and proper for JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. BECERRA, Ms. sylvania. carrying into execution the foregoing pow- BORDALLO, Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. GRAYSON, Mr. H.R. 1737: Mr. CRAWFORD, Ms. BROWN of ers, and all other powers vested by this Con- GRIJALVA, Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, Ms. NORTON, Mr. Florida, Mrs. LOVE, Mr. POMPEO, and Mr. stitution in the government of the United RANGEL, Mr. SABLAN, Mr. SERRANO, and Ms. ´ ZINKE. States, or in any department or officer VELAZQUEZ. H.R. 879: Mr. WALKER and Mr. POMPEO. H.R. 1752: Mr. BLUM and Mr. FLORES. thereof. YAN H.R. 953: Mr. HANNA, Mr. NEAL, Mr. HAS- H.R. 1761: Mr. R of Ohio. By Mr. MCKINLEY: H.R. 1769: Mr. LAMALFA, Mr. TONKO, Ms. H.R. 3689. TINGS, Mr. LANGEVIN, and Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. CLARKE of New York, and Mrs. CAPPS. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1786: Mrs. COMSTOCK, Mr. PITTENGER, H.R. 957: Mr. ASHFORD. lation pursuant to the following: Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, Mr. CLEAVER, Mr. H.R. 969: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of According to Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 HINOJOSA, and Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Texas, and Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. of the Constitution: The Congress shall have H.R. 1814: Mr. LARSON of Connecticut and H.R. 986: Mr. HILL. power to enact this legislation to regulate Ms. Graham. H.R. 1055: Ms. KAPTUR. commerce with foreign nations, and among H.R. 1843: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H.R. 1093: Mr. RYAN of Ohio. the several states, and with the Indian H.R. 1850: Mr. NADLER. H.R. 1107: Mr. COSTA. tribes. H.R. 1854: Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. H.R. 1148: Mr. SHIMKUS. By Mr. POCAN: H.R. 1877: Mr. VISCLOSKY. H.R. 3690. H.R. 1188: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. H.R. 1919: Ms. JUDY CHU of California. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1197: Mr. CARNEY. H.R. 1934: Ms. ESHOO. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1217: Ms. BONAMICI, Ms. BORDALLO, Mr. H.R. 1941: Mr. MICA. Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 BRADY of Pennsylvania, Ms. BROWNLEY of H.R. 1942: Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Penn- The Congress shall have Power . . . To reg- California, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, Mr. sylvania, Mr. HONDA, Mr. ROSKAM, Mr. ulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and CARNEY, Mr. CARSON of Indiana, Ms. CLARK of KATKO, Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. PERLMUTTER, and among the several States, and with the In- Massachusetts, Mr. CONNOLLY, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. HUFFMAN. dian Tribes. Mr. COOPER, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. H.R. 2009: Ms. MCSALLY and Mrs. KIRK- By Mr. BEN RAY LUJA´ N of New Mex- DELANEY, Ms. DELAURO, Ms. DELBENE, Mr. PATRICK. ico: DESAULNIER, Mr. DEUTCH, Mr. DOGGETT, Ms. H.R. 2013: Mr. BEYER. H.R. 3691. EDWARDS, Mr. ELLISON, Mr. ENGEL, Ms. H.R. 2050: Mr. RUIZ, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. SHER- Congress has the power to enact this legis- ESHOO, Mr. FOSTER, Ms. FRANKEL of Florida, MAN, and Mr. CA´ RDENAS. lation pursuant to the following: Mr. GALLEGO, Mr. GARAMENDI, Mr. HASTINGS, H.R. 2083: Mr. WALZ. Article I, Section 8. Mr. HECK of Washington, Mr. HIGGINS, Mr. H.R. 2090: Ms. DELAURO. By Mr. GARAMENDI: HIMES, Ms. NORTON, Ms. JACKSON LEE, Ms. H.R. 2293: Ms. MENG, Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS H.R. 3692. KELLY of Illinois, Mr. KILMER, Mr. LANGEVIN, of Illinois, Mr. LIPINSKI, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. LARSON of FOSTER, Mr. HECK of Washington, and Mr. lation pursuant to the following: Connecticut, Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM HURD of Texas.

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H.R. 2304: Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California, H.R. 2948: Mr. BOUSTANY. H.R. 3643: Mr. SESSIONS and Mr. HEN- and Mr. BUCK. H.R. 2957: Mr. MCGOVERN. SARLING. H.R. 2315: Mr. SMITH of New Jersey and Mr. H.R. 2962: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. H.R. 3644: Mr. POSEY and Mr. CRENSHAW. SCHRADER. H.R. 2965: Mr. TROTT. H.R. 3646: Mr. BISHOP of Michigan. H.R. 2368: Ms. DELBENE, Ms. CASTOR of H.R. 2987: Mrs. LOWEY, Ms. MOORE, Ms. H.R. 3651: Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Mr. LUCAS, Florida, and Mr. VARGAS. KAPTUR, Mr. PEARCE, and Mr. COLLINS of Ms. ADAMS, Mr. AMODEI, Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, Mr. H.R. 2404: Mr. FLORES. New York. BLUM, Mr. KING of New York, Mr. GROTHMAN, H.R. 2405: Mr. NADLER. H.R. 3011: Mr. MULVANEY. Ms. KUSTER, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. FRANKS of Ari- H.R. 2406: Mr. PALAZZO, Mr. WENSTRUP, Mr. H.R. 3018: Mr. FLEMING. zona, Mrs. BLACK, Mr. BRAT, Mr. TIBERI, Mr. VALADAO, and Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. H.R. 3033: Mr. POSEY, Mr. CARTER of Texas, HOLDING, Mr. GARAMENDI, Mr. VELA, Ms. H.R. 2460: Mr. RUSSELL, Mr. REED, and Mrs. Mr. HULTGREN, Ms. ESTY, and Mr. SESSIONS. BONAMICI, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. CONNOLLY, Ms. LOVE. H.R. 3081: Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. KELLY of Illinois, Mr. MESSER, Mr. RICH- H.R. 2473: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina H.R. 3099: Mr. O’ROURKE. MOND, Mr. PETERSon, Mr. WOMACK, Mr. and Ms. NORTON. H.R. 3119: Mr. LOBIONDO, Ms. DELAURO, Ms. CRAMER, Mr. CURBELO of Florida, Mr. WEB- H.R. 2492: Mr. CRENSHAW. CLARKE of New York, and Mr. AMODEI. STER of Florida, Mr. SIRES, Mr. THOMPSON of H.R. 2513: Mr. TOM PRICE of Georgia. H.R. 3193: Mr. LYNCH. Mississippi, Mrs. KIRKPATRICK, Mr. HEN- H.R. 2519: Mrs. ELLMERS of North Carolina. H.R. 3221: Mr. MEEKS. SARLING, Mr. FOSTER, Mr. NUNES, Mr. RICE of H.R. 2540: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. H.R. 3223: Mrs. BUSTOS, Ms. DUCKWORTH, South Carolina, Mr. BRIDENSTINE, Mr. SMITH H.R. 2568: Mr. JENKINS of West Virginia. and Mr. BOST. of Missouri, and Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. H.R. 2597: Mr. CURBELO of Florida, Mr. H.R. 3255: Mr. CARNEY. H.R. 3665: Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. MEEKS, Mr. DOLD, and Mr. ROSKAM. H.R. 3286: Mr. HURD of Texas. QUIGLEY, Mr. NADLER, Ms. BROWN of Florida, H.R. 2611: Mr. LAMBORN. H.R. 3293: Mr. ROUZER and Mr. HENSARLING. and Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. H.R. 2646: Mr. CHABOT, Mr. SCHWEIKERT, H.R. 3308: Mr. BLUMENAUER and Ms. KAP- H.R. 3666: Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. KING of New York, and Mr. ROUZER. TUR. H.R. 3678: Mr. POMPEO and Mr. KINZINGER H.R. 2661: Ms. MATSUI and Mr. GARAMENDI. H.R. 3310: Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. of Illinois. H.R. 2663: Mr. SCHRADER. H.R. 3326: Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. H. Con. Res. 56: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 2675: Mr. HENSARLING. CICILLINE, Ms. JACKSON LEE, Mr. CONNOLLY, H. Con. Res. 65: Ms. BASS, Mr. ROTHFUS, H.R. 2698: Mr. LUETKEMEYER and Mr. Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Mr. BUCK, Mr. ABRAHAM, and Mr. KENNEDY. POMPEO. and Mr. TAKAI. H. Con. Res. 75: Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois, H.R. 2710: Mr. WENSTRUP and Mr. MEADOWS. H.R. 3337: Mr. MCDERMOTT and Mr. KILMER. Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana, Mr. LOWENTHAL, Mr. H.R. 2726: Mr. HONDA and Ms. BROWN of H.R. 3338: Mr. YODER. TROTT, Mr. BISHOP of Michigan, Mr. LAHOOD, Florida. H.R. 3381: Mr. HARPER and Ms. ESHOO. Ms. SPEIER, Mrs. LOVE, and Mr. PITTS. H.R. 2728: Ms. DELBENE. H.R. 3411: Mr. BEYER and Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. H. Res. 54: Mr. CICILLINE and Mr. COSTELLO H.R. 2737: Ms. JACKSON LEE, Ms. ESHOO, Ms. H.R. 3412: Mr. TED LIEU of California and of Pennsylvania. ROYBAL-ALLARD, and Mr. HECK of Wash- Ms. BASS. H. Res. 112: Mr. CICILLINE. ington. H.R. 3428: Mr. PEARCE, Mr. HUELSKAMP, and H. Res. 130: Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. H.R. 2759: Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. ROUZER. H. Res. 230: Mr. WALDEN. H.R. 2799: Mr. RUPPERSBERGER and Mr. H.R. 3463: Ms. CLARKE of New York. H. Res. 354: Mr. PERRY. TONKO. H.R. 3471: Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania, H. Res. 396: Mr. TROTT. H.R. 2802: Mr. TROTT. Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. CARSON of Indiana, and H. Res. 422: Mr. SHUSTER, Mr. COSTELLO of H.R. 2855: Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Mr. SHUSTER. Pennsylvania, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. Michael H.R. 2858: Mr. TED LIEU of California, Mr. H.R. 3473: Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. BROOKS of F. Doyle of Pennsylvania, Mr. PITTS, Mr. LIPINSKI, Ms. MENG, Mr. HUFFMAN, Mr. Alabama, Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania, and BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania, Mr. TAKANO, Mr. HECK of Washington, and Mrs. Mr. ABRAHAM. DENT, Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania, Mr. CAPPS. H.R. 3477: Mr. COLE and Mr. CRAMER. CARTWRIGHT, and Mr. FATTAH. H.R. 2869: Mr. WOMACK. H.R. 3480: Mr. WESTMORELAND, Mr. LEWIS, H. Res. 428: Mrs. DAVIS of California, Mr. H.R. 2872: Mr. STIVERS. and Mr. ALLEN. MCGOVERN, and Mr. CAPPS. H.R. 2873: Mr. MEEKS. H.R. 3497: Mr. LYNCH and Ms. EDWARDS. H. Res. 429: Mr. ROUZER, Mrs. LOWEY, Mrs. H.R. 2880: Mr. CARTER of Georgia, Mr. H.R. 3510: Mr. MCCAUL and Mr. THOMPSON CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York, Ms. SCOTT of Virginia, and Mr. DAVID SCOTT of of Mississippi. DELAURO, and Mrs. ROBY. Georgia. H.R. 3514: Mr. LOWENTHAL, Ms. MCCOLLUM, H. Res. 436: Ms. ESHOO. H.R. 2903: Mr. MOOLENAAR. Mr. VELA, Mr. SIRES, Mr. AGUILAR, Mr. YAR- H. Res. 437: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY and Mr. FOS- H.R. 2906: Mr. TAKANO. MUTH, and Ms. TITUS. TER. H.R. 2916: Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of H.R. 3516: Mr. PERRY, Mr. BLUM, Mr. ZINKE, H. Res. 443: Mr. CA´ RDENAS. New York. and Mr. POE of Texas. H. Res. 445: Mr. MOULTON. H.R. 2917: Mr. ELLISON, Mrs. CAROLYN B. H.R. 3517: Mrs. TORRES. H. Res. 451: Mr. BROOKS of Alabama, Mr. MALONEY of New York, Ms. KELLY of Illinois, H.R. 3519: Ms. SLAUGHTER. JONES, Ms. JENKINS of Kansas, Mr. ZINKE, Mr. Mr. HASTINGS, and Mr. RANGEL. H.R. 3549: Mr. ROE of Tennessee. THOMPSON of California, Mr. FLEMING, Mr. H.R. 2920: Mr. FOSTER. H.R. 3573: Mr. WILLIAMS. RUSSELL, Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania, Mr. H.R. 2922: Mrs. MIMI WALTERS of California, H.R. 3623: Ms. JENKINS of Kansas. ABRAHAM, Mr. MARINO, and Mr. POSEY. Mr. PERRY, and Mr. KNIGHT. H.R. 3626: Mr. BUCK. H. Res. 452: Mr. NOLAN.

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Vol. 161 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2015 No. 146 Senate The Senate met at 12 noon and was The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The sive military expansion, even deploy- called to order by the President pro clerk will report the motion. ing ships to patrol off the coast of tempore (Mr. HATCH). The senior assistant legislative clerk Alaska; Russia deepening its aggres- f read as follows: sion in Ukraine and in Syria deploying Motion to proceed to Calendar No. 96, H.R. the largest number of troops outside PRAYER 2028, a bill making appropriations for energy the former Soviet Union since the The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- and water development and related agencies U.S.S.R.’s collapse; Tehran showing its fered the following prayer: for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, determination to expand the Iranian Let us pray. and for other purposes. sphere of influence as it deploys addi- Eternal God, our hope, You fight our CLOTURE MOTION tional forces to the Syrian battlefield; battles for us, for You continue to Mr. MCCONNELL. I send a cloture and in the tribal areas of Pakistan, Al work for the good of those who love motion to the desk. Qaeda terrorists reminding us of their You. Be a shield for our lawmakers, de- The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The continued resolve to attack the home- livering them from cynicism, pes- cloture motion having been presented land. simism, and despair. Give them such under rule XXII, the Chair directs the There is all this, Mr. President, to respect for themselves that they will clerk to read the motion. say nothing of the resilient, versatile never do anything of which they would The senior assistant legislative clerk threat posed by ISIL, to say nothing of be ashamed. Remind them to never do read as follows: ISIL’s consolidation of gains inside Iraq and Syria. in the present that which in the future CLOTURE MOTION We stand here 1 year after the Presi- they would have cause to regret. Lord, We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- dent described a strategy for degrading give them such respect for others that ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the and destroying ISIL. So far, this strat- Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby they will find joy in serving and not in egy has resulted in a seeming stale- selfishness, in giving and not in get- move to bring to a close debate on the mo- tion to proceed to Calendar No. 96, H.R. 2028, mate. We know from nearly daily news ting, in sharing and not in hoarding. stories the administration is reconsid- And, Lord, we pray for the many a bill making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for ering that plan and crafting a new Americans who are dealing with the the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and strategy to combat ISIL. We also know ravages of flooding. for other purposes. the war against the terrorist group will We pray in Your strong Name. Amen. Mitch McConnell, John Cornyn, Mike be protracted. That is one reason the f Crapo, Richard C. Shelby, Richard President sought $585 billion in defense Burr, Daniel Coats, Ben Sasse, Thom funding in his budget request. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Tillis, Roger F. Wicker, Steve Daines, So today the Senate has the capa- The President pro tempore led the Chuck Grassley, Susan M. Collins, Thad Cochran, James Lankford, Lamar bility to provide the level of funding Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: Alexander, John Hoeven, Roy Blunt. authority the President actually asked I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the for. Today the Senate has the power to United States of America, and to the Repub- Mr. MCCONNELL. I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum help America navigate a treacherous lic for which it stands, one nation under God, world. Today the Senate has the oppor- call be waived. indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. tunity to help the Defense Department The PRESIDENT pro tempore. With- f begin the hard work of rebuilding out objection, it is so ordered. America’s combat capability as we RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL LEADER seek to protect America’s interests Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, across the globe. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Henry Kissinger recently said our That is why I am calling on every majority leader is recognized. country faces the most ‘‘diverse and colleague to join me in voting to ad- f complex array of crises’’ since World vance the bipartisan National Defense War II. It is really hard to disagree Authorization Act. The last time the ENERGY AND WATER DEVELOP- with that. Senate considered this legislation 84 MENT AND RELATED AGENCIES Consider the daily situation reports Senators—84 Senators—including a APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2016—MO- received by the Chairman of the Joint large majority of Democrats, voted to TION TO PROCEED Chiefs: Taliban forces overrunning advance this bill. That was just this Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Kunduz in Afghanistan, retaking their summer—a couple of months ago. move to proceed to Calendar No. 96, first provincial capital in 14 years; Bei- I would urge Democrats to vote the H.R. 2028. jing exerting greater will in its aggres- same way now, because we have heard

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In order to place The Koch brothers aren’t interested ments for our troops and their families, the bills on the calendar under the pro- in advancing solutions. They are inter- such as the raises they have earned and visions of rule XIV, I object to further ested in sending a message. They are the quality of life programs they de- proceedings en bloc. willing to attack everyone, even con- serve? Is it a waste of time to provide The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- servative Republicans who cross their hope for wounded warriors and extend tion is heard. extreme agenda. a hand of compassion to heroes who The bills will be placed on the cal- This is the basic work of government struggle with mental health chal- endar en bloc. the Koch brothers want to destroy. All lenges? RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY LEADER Colorado Springs and its Republican The bipartisan bill before us is hard- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The mayor want to do is to determine their ly—hardly—a waste of time. That is Democratic leader is recognized. own fate, fund their own roads, and make their own laws. But in March, why it passed the Senate once already THE KOCH BROTHERS with overwhelming bipartisan support. Mr. REID. Mr. President, Charles and Americans for Prosperity, beholden to Our troops should be able to count on David Koch are trying to buy America. Charles and David Koch’s pocketbook, that overwhelming bipartisan support They have the money to try and do just simply shut down the entire process of again today. This is not the time to that. Because of the Supreme Court’s local, community-based government. It flip-flop on the men and women who wrong and disastrous Citizens United is unbelievable they would do this. The Koch brothers don’t want the protect us. This is not the time to flip- ruling, the Koch brothers’ dark polit- people of Colorado Springs to find their flop on America’s defense, certainly ical money has infected our democ- own solutions to fix potholes in Colo- not in this age of daunting global racy. rado Springs, and they are willing to threats. One need only look at our national pay to make sure that doesn’t happen. Secretary Kerry called the situation politics to see how the Kochs are influ- That is only one city, and I don’t in the Middle East ‘‘a catastrophe, a encing our government. Even now, have time to mention all. The Kochs human catastrophe really unparalleled these two billionaires are committed are doing this all over America. Here is in modern times.’’ He is right. It is to spending $900 million to advance a another headline from the Nashville tragic. It is dangerous. And it only un- radical agenda during this election Tennessean. ‘‘Koch brothers group derlines the duty each of us has now to cycle. It is no surprise, then, that vir- works to stop Nashville Amp.’’ Here is meet our responsibilities—meet our re- tually every Republican Presidential the quote: sponsibilities—not filibuster the bipar- candidate kowtows to these two oil, tar tisan legislation that ensures our sands, and coal barons from Kansas. The movement to stop a Nashville mass troops have the tools and equipment transit plan has gotten an extra boost of Republican Presidential hopefuls all horsepower from an unexpected source: the they need in this time of global crisis. kiss the rings of the Kochs, hoping that Koch brothers, out-of-state billionaires. This bipartisan bill will support our some of their filthy money finds its But there are many more examples. troops, help our military to rebuild and way into their campaign coffers. It is ‘‘Americans for Prosperity spent $62,795 face the challenges of both the present disgusting, and it is wrong. to defeat zoo levy.’’ Think about that. and the future, and provide President But the Koch brothers aren’t just They are so focused on doing every- Obama the level of funding authoriza- trying to buy the highest office in the thing they can to run this great Nation tion he actually asked for in his budget land. They are not just trying to help not from the top down but the bottom request. We passed this bipartisan de- themselves at the Federal level. They up. This was the headline from the Co- fense bill once already. We need to pass are also trying to buy our democracy lumbus Dispatch last year. it again now. from the bottom up. In statehouses and The Koch brothers’ main political MEASURES PLACED ON THE CALENDAR—S. 2129, city halls all across our great country, arm in Ohio fought against the Colum- S. 2130, S. 2131, AND S. 2132 the Koch brothers and their vast spend- bus Zoo and Aquarium tax levy. Why? Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I ing network are turning local govern- Because the Kochs have a Georgia-Pa- understand there are four bills at the ments into agencies of the Koch em- cific plant nearby and they did not desk due a second reading. pire. They are trying to turn America want to pay their fair share of taxes. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. into a Koch-financed oligarchy. Think about that. These are multi- CRUZ). The clerk will read the bills by It seems there is no issue too local billionaires. It is estimated to be worth title for the second time. nor policy matter too small to escape $150 to $200 billion. They are afraid The senior assistant legislative clerk the Koch brothers’ wrath. They want their company, Georgia-Pacific, may read as follows: to impose their radical agenda on the have to pay a few extra dollars in taxes A bill (S. 2129) making appropriations for American people on every issue, no in Ohio. Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and matter the cost to families and com- The Los Angeles Times: ‘‘Koch broth- Drug Administration, Energy and Water De- munities. ers, big utilities attack solar, green en- velopment, and Departments of Transpor- Just look at what they are doing in tation, and Housing and Urban Development, ergy policies.’’ Colorado Springs, CO. ‘‘The Potholes of This is a headline from the L.A. and related programs for the fiscal year end- Colorado Springs draw the attention of ing September 30, 2016, and for other pur- Times, as we can see, and it reads: Koch brothers’ group.’’ This is a head- poses. The Koch brothers, anti-tax activist Gro- A bill (S. 2130) making appropriations for line from last weekend’s Washington ver Norquist and some of the nation’s largest the Department of Defense, energy and water Post. The Koch brothers are fighting power companies have backed efforts in re- development, Department of Homeland Secu- the city’s efforts to fix its crumbling cent months to roll back state policies that rity, military construction, Department of roads. Reading from the article: favor green energy. The conservative lumi- Veterans Affairs, and Department of State, This much everyone can agree on: The naries have pushed campaigns in Kansas, foreign operations, and related programs for streets of this large city on the Rocky Moun- North Carolina and Arizona, with the battle the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and tain Front Range are a wreck. Sixty percent rapidly spreading to other states. . . . Both for other purposes. are in disrepair, cracked and rutted; driving sides say the fight is growing more intense A bill (S. 2131) making appropriations for on them is often a game of vehicular Mine- as new states, including Ohio, South Caro- Departments of Commerce and Justice, and sweeper. One local TV news channel runs a lina and Washington, enter the fray. Science, and Related Agencies and Depart- segment called ‘‘Pothole Patrol.’’ Potholes in Colorado—they want to ment of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other I continue to quote: stop anything to do with renewable en- purposes. But when this city’s newly elected conserv- ergy in Tennessee. They are going to A bill (S. 2132) making appropriations for ative mayor urged voters to approve an in- stop a zoo and aquarium in Columbus, financial services and general government, crease in the sales tax to pay to improve the OH, or nearby. They want to stop any

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They 2016—CONFERENCE REPORT the President, voted for by Congress, have encouraged young Nevadans to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under and which has imposed budget caps on stay out of the State’s health ex- the previous order, the Senate will re- every department. Central to that changes. They fought attempts to raise sume consideration of the conference agreement was the significant con- Nevada’s cigarette tax. They have used report to accompany H.R. 1735, which sensus that domestic and defense dis- the State legislature to undermine the clerk will report. cretionary spending would be capped. labor unions. These are only a few ex- The senior assistant legislative clerk What this conference report does is vio- amples of the Kochs’ ‘‘Buy America’’ read as follows: late that consensus by using OCO in a plan. Conference report to accompany H.R. 1735, way that it was not originally intended What the Koch brothers are doing in a bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal to be so used. Nevada and all of the States that we year 2016 for military activities of the De- This budget gimmick allows the ma- talked about this morning is shameful. partment of Defense, for military construc- jority to fully fund the Defense Depart- They are using their deep pockets and tion, and for defense activities of the Depart- ment without breaking caps imposed their shadowy organizations to try and ment of Energy, to prescribe military per- by the BCA on both defense and non- buy a government that serves them, sonnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for defense spending. However, the OCO ac- not the American people. They aren’t other purposes. count provides no relief for nondefense even trying to hide it anymore. As one The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under departments and agencies, and that in- radical activist happily noted to the the previous order, the time until 1 cludes many agencies that are critical Washington Post, ‘‘the Koch brothers, p.m. will be equally divided between to our national security. Because of they may write a check’’ to promote the two leaders or their designees. this device, I and nearly all of the their ultraconservative ideology. They The Democratic leader. Democratic conferees on the bill did are writing more than a check or two. Mr. REID. Mr. President, our ranking not sign the conference report. Charles and David and their allies are member on the Armed Services Com- Abusing OCO, as this bill would do, is writing $900 million worth of checks— mittee is here on the floor. He has done counter to the intent of the Budget $900 million spent against rebuilding an exemplary job working with Sen- Control Act. The BCA imposed propor- our Nation’s roads and bridges, against ator JOHN MCCAIN to move legislation tionally equal cuts to defense and non- a fair shot for all Americans, against forward. I have followed his lead, and I defense discretionary spending to force raising the minimum wage, and against am not going to vote for this con- a bipartisan compromise to our ongo- the hundreds of thousands of American ference report, as he is not going to ing budget difficulties. OCO and emer- jobs supported by the Export-Import vote for this conference report. I would gency funding are outside budget caps Bank. say that the House had a vote similar for a reason. They finance the cost of The Kochs have a lot of money to to this one a few days ago, where they ongoing military operations or they re- spend. They are using a tiny bit of it, had more than enough votes to sustain spond to other unforeseen events such which is huge amounts of money— a veto if the President does veto this, as national disasters. In my view, to about $1 billion this election cycle—to which he says he is going to do. I want suddenly ignore the true purpose of do other kinds of things. They want to everyone to know that as to Democrats OCO and treat it as a budgetary gambit promote criminal justice reform. That who voted for this in the past, not all in order to skirt the BCA caps is an un- is nice. I am glad they are on the right of them will vote the same way they acceptable use of this important tool side of something—finally. That could did last time. But our Democrats have for our warfighters in the field. be one reason they are interested in stated, without any question, if it Adding funds to OCO does not solve— this—because they have been in the comes time to sustain a Presidential and actually complicates—DOD’s budg- past prosecuted for doing things that veto, that will be done. etary problems. Defense budgeting have been illegal and criminal in the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- needs to be based on our long-term nature of prosecutors. They have ator from Rhode Island. military strategy, which requires the fought back against these things. Mr. REED. Mr. President, I rise to Department of Defense to focus at least We have been talking about the discuss the conference report of the fis- 5 years into the future. A 1-year plus- criminal justice system long before the cal year 2016 National Defense Author- up to OCO does not provide DOD with Kochs got involved. That is well and ization Act, which we will be voting on the certainty and stability it needs nice that they are embracing reform in the next hour. This conference re- when building its 5-year budget. now, but it does not negate the many port is the product of months of nego- Just to highlight how this OCO gim- bad things they are doing to hurt tiation and compromise between the mick skews defense spending, consider American families. House and the Senate. I want to com- the amount of OCO in relation to the The Koch brothers’ priorities are mend Chairman MCCAIN, Chairman number of troops deployed. Again, I wrong for the middle class and they are THORNBERRY, and Ranking Member think it is a useful metric because OCO wrong for all America. It is time that SMITH for a thoughtful, inclusive and evolved when we were deploying troops we let the Koch brothers know that our cordial process. overseas—first in response to Afghani- country isn’t for sale. It is time that There are many provisions in this stan during Operation Enduring Free- we let every power-hungry billionaire bill that provide the support we owe to dom and then with respect to Iraq. And know they can’t buy our government. our servicemembers and their fami- there is a correlation, at least in the Whether it is the city hall of Colorado lies—the funding, authorities, and minds of most people, between our ef- Springs or the halls of Congress, you equipment necessary for our troops to forts overseas with troops engaged and should not be able to buy America’s de- succeed in combat; and significant and the size of OCO. mocracy. The question is this: Are the critical reforms to the military retire- In 2008, at the height of our Nation’s Kochs going to buy America, because ment, compensation, and acquisition troop commitment in Iraq and Afghan- they are certainly trying to? It is up to systems—many of which I will talk istan and with approximately 187,000 every American to say no. about in further debate on this bill in total troops deployed, we spent ap- Mr. President, I note that there is no the days and hours ahead. proximately $1 million in OCO for one else on the floor. So would the However, I regret that I am unable to every servicemember deployed to those Chair announce the business of the support this conference report because countries. Under this bill, we will day. it shifts $38 billion requested by the spend approximately $9 million in OCO

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It icy Christine Wormuth made this point through its research and through its ef- hasn’t gone overseas, directly to the when she was before the Armed Serv- forts, saved countless lives, but my men and women who are fighting, but ices Committee a few weeks ago to tes- concern is that under the aegis of OCO, it has gone to other accounts within tify on our strategy to counter ISIL, approaches and budgetary maneuvers the Department of Defense. which many Americans believe to be like this will become common. It will In addition to this phenomenon, the top national security threat facing be a way to skirt the budget caps. If we within the next few years the services our country. The Department of De- do it this year, we have set a precedent will begin procuring new weapons sys- fense is only one part of a whole-of- for next year and the following year, tems while modernizing and maintain- government approach to defeating and 10 years from now the Defense bill ing legacy weapons systems. For exam- ISIL. Secretary Wormuth said: could authorize billions of dollars of ple, in the Future Years Defense Pro- ‘‘It will take more than just the military funding for programs that may be mer- gram, or FYDP, the Department will campaign to be successful [against ISIL]. We itorious but will have little or nothing also will need to dry up ISIL’s finances, stop spend $48 billion to procure the F–35 to do with national defense and should the flows of foreign fighters into Iraq and be properly budgeted within our base Joint Strike Fighter; $10.6 billion for Syria in particular, protect the United the Ohio-class replacement program; States from potential ISIL attacks, provide budget from other departments. In- $13.9 billion for the Long Range Strike humanitarian assistance to rebuild areas deed, some programs should be prop- Bomber; and $29.7 billion for the Vir- cleared of ISIL forces, and find ways to more erly funded within the Department of ginia-class submarine program. effectively counter ISIL’s very successful Defense’s base budget. Each of these programs is critically messaging campaign.’’ Simply put, this approach, which cir- important to our national defense, and Unfortunately, we will effectively di- cumvents the Budget Control Act, is we must ensure they are robustly fund- minish our national capabilities to do not fiscally responsible or honest ac- ed. But if the BCA caps remain in all these things by underfunding non- counting. It is time we come together place, it is likely tough budget choices DOD departments and agencies that as a Congress—before the short-term will need to be made. As a result, if we are critical to our national security. continuing resolution expires—to ful- decide to stay within the stringent Use of the OCO gimmick—it has been fill our responsibilities to the Amer- budge caps, we may be forced to fund referred to that by many people—in ican people, especially our troops and these programs at the expense of other, this bill facilitates underfunding those their families, to fully fund our govern- equally meritorious programs. We will departments, and it should not be sup- ment by revising or eliminating the have a choice of not investing fully in ported. We need an all-out govern- budget caps proposed by the BCA on these necessary strategic improve- mental effort to provide for our na- both defense and nondefense spending. tional security. Underfunding State, In fact and indeed, if it were not for ments or using legacy systems, which Treasury, and other departments is not the OCO issue, I would have likely are still important, to pay for them— going to get us that all-out effort. And signed the conference report and voted tough choices. Alternatively, and what I think is when it no longer becomes easy to for this bill. However, I believe this underfund nondefense agencies, my more likely to happen, these programs OCO issue is too important. The Sec- suspicion is that nondefense programs will be funded in the base budget. How- retary of Defense believes it is too im- will begin appearing in OCO. There is portant, the President believes it is too ever, in order to ensure the budget caps some precedent to this. For example, in important, and he said he will veto this are not breached, funding will be shift- fiscal year 1992, Congress added funds bill and any other bill that relies on ed from the operations and mainte- to the defense bill for breast cancer re- this OCO gimmick. As Secretary of De- nance accounts to the OCO account in search. At the time, discretionary fense Carter said last week: order to accommodate increased pro- spending was subject to statutory caps ‘‘Without a negotiated budget solution in curement for new weapons systems. In under the Budget Enforcement Act of which everyone comes together at last, we many respects, that is what is hap- 1990—the follow-on legislation to the will again return to sequestration-level fund- pening with this $38.3 billion that shift- Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act of 1985. ing, reducing discretionary funding to its ed from the traditional base budget That was a situation where they were lowest real level in a decade despite the fact into the OCO budget account for O&M capping discretionary domestic spend- that members of both parties agree this re- requirements. sult will harm national security. . . . Mak- ing, but defense spending was un- ing these kinds of indiscriminate cuts is What you have here is a sense of capped, and this is a situation that I budgetary sleight of hand. We know we managerially inefficient, and therefore think we are recreating in this con- wasteful, to taxpayers and industry. It’s dan- have these increased demands coming ference report. That initial funding led gerous to our strategy, and frankly, it’s em- to us because we do have to recapi- to the establishment of the Congres- barrassing in front of the world.’’ talize on strategic systems, in par- sionally Directed Medical Research These are the words of the Secretary ticular. If we have the BCA caps in Program, and I think every Senator is of Defense, echoing the comments that place, we have to find money some familiar with this important program. we have heard from uniformed military place, and that is likely to be the OCO It has strong bipartisan support, and leaders about the inherent dangers of account. We will see a fund, OCO, each fiscal year Congress authorizes sequestration if it is allowed to con- which was designed to support ongoing and appropriates hundreds of millions tinue forward. operations overseas suddenly be used of dollars to the program for cutting- The BCA was created by Congress to to pay for long-term base budget items, edge and critically essential medical address the immediate threat of what i.e., recapitalization of our strategic research. would have been a catastrophic na- deterrent forces. In fact, since 1992, this program has tional default and to compel Congress If we use this scheme this year— received over $13 billion in funding. to come together and reach a balanced maybe with good intentions and the While this program is funded through compromise on the budget. It is time only honest intention of 1 year to get the annual Defense bill and the pro- for Congress to make the hard choices, us ahead—it will be easier to do it next gram is managed by the Army, the De- modify or eliminate the caps in the year and the year after that, ensuring partment of Defense does not execute BCA, and end the threat of sequestra- that this imbalance between security any of the money itself. It is a com- tion. It is not just an appropriations and domestic spending continues. As petitive grant process, and proposals issue. It is affecting everything we do. we all recognize, effective national se- are subject to stringent peer and pro- Unfortunately, it affects the Fiscal curity requires that non-DOD depart- grammatic review criteria. Essentially, Year 2016 National Defense Authoriza- ments and agencies also receive relief the money goes out to medical re- tion Act and therefore I will not be pre- from the BCA caps. The Pentagon sim- search facilities throughout the United pared to support this legislation. ply cannot meet the complex set of na- States. For all intents and purposes, it With that, I yield the floor. tional security challenges without the is a medical research program much The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- help of other government departments like we fund through NIH. ator from South Dakota.

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We know Congress has a respon- thorization Act, which funds our mili- gaged in over the past 20 years. sibility to ensure that our Nation’s pri- tary’s priorities, was reported out of During Operation Odyssey Dawn, B– orities are funded, and we spent a lot of the Senate Armed Services Com- 1s from Ellsworth launched from South time this year working on that. mittee—a big vote—it came to the Dakota, flew halfway around the world In May, we passed the first joint floor of the Senate, received a big bi- to Libya, dropped their bombs and re- House-Senate balanced budget resolu- partisan vote in the Senate, but now turned home all in a single mission. tion in more than a decade, and by the some of the very same Democrats who This marked the first time in history end of July the Senate Appropriations supported this bill a little more than 3 that B–1s launched combat missions Committee had approved all 12 appro- months ago are planning to vote from the United States to strike tar- priations bills for the first time since against it. On top of that, President gets overseas. 2009. It was the first time in 6 years Obama has threatened to veto this bill Without the National Defense Au- that the Senate Appropriations Com- when it gets to his desk. thorization Act, however, the funding mittee approved all 12 of the appropria- The question is, Why are Democrats levels needed in 2016 to maintain these tions bills, but there is one problem. opposing a bill that would authorize bombers and the readiness of our air- For all their talk about providing for the funding our troops need to operate? men at Ellsworth will not be author- the government, apparently Democrats Historically the National Defense ized. It is that simple. That is what is are reluctant to take any action when Authorization Act has received strong at stake with this bill. it comes to actually passing these bills bipartisan support, and there is a good If the President chooses to veto this through the Senate. Republicans tried reason for that. Historically both legislation, he is vetoing the bill that to bring up the Military Construction Democrats and Republicans have authorizes benefits for our troops and and Veterans Affairs appropriations known that we have a great responsi- the funding our military needs to oper- bill last week, but Democrats refused bility to the men and women who keep ate. He is also vetoing authorization to allow the Senate to even consider it. us safe, and we have made a habit of for the weapons, vehicles, and planes We couldn’t get on the bill. They working together to try and meet that our military needs to defend our coun- blocked the motion to proceed to even responsibility. try against future threats, such as the get to debate that bill. Why are things different this year? Long Range Strike Bomber, which is That is right. Senate Democrats, who Well, basically Democrats have de- one of the Air Force’s top acquisition spent weeks talking about funding the cided that since they can’t get every- priorities, and it also represents the fu- government, refused to allow the Sen- thing they want, they are going to take ture of our bomber fleet. ate to even debate a bill that would their ball and go home. Republicans By vetoing this bill, the President fund military construction, protect our knew Democrats were considering this, would also be vetoing a number of crit- homeland, and keep the promises we of course, but we had hoped that after ical reforms that will expand the re- made to our veterans. months of successful collaboration, sources available to our military men I might be able to understand Demo- they would rethink that strategy be- and women and strengthen our na- crats’ position if they had been shut cause, as I said, all 12 appropriations tional security. out of the process on this legislation, bills were reported out of the Senate For instance, this year’s National but they weren’t. The Military Con- Appropriations Committee with bipar- Defense Authorization Act tackles struction and Veterans Affairs appro- tisan majorities, collaboration, input waste and inefficiency at the Depart- priations bill was debated in the Appro- from both sides, amendments offered ment of Defense. It targets $10 billion priations Committee, where Members and amendments voted on, but unfortu- in unnecessary spending and redirects of both parties were given an oppor- nately it has been clear over the past those funds to military priorities like tunity to offer amendments and to help week that Senate Democrats and the funding for aircraft, weapons systems, shape the bill’s contents. The bill President are committed to following and modernization of Navy vessels. passed out of the committee with an through on their plans to obstruct The bill also implements sweeping overwhelming bipartisan majority. If these bills. reforms to the military’s outdated ac- Democrats had allowed the bill to Their argument is that they want quisitions process by removing bu- reach the floor, they would have had more money for this or for that, and reaucracy and expediting decision- yet another opportunity to debate and they are not going to fund the military making which will significantly im- amend the legislation, but the Senate until they get more money for what- prove the military’s ability to access Democrats wouldn’t even let the bill ever their domestic priority is—wheth- the technology and equipment it needs. come to the floor to be debated. They er it is more funding for the EPA or The act also implements a number of blocked the motion to proceed to the the IRS or some other agency of gov- reforms to the Pentagon’s administra- bill that would even allow us and allow ernment. That is what this is about. It tive functions. Over the past decade, them an opportunity to be heard and is somewhat staggering to think that Army headquarters staff has increased an opportunity to offer amendments. some Senate Democrats would think of by 60 percent. Yet in recent years the Some Democrats have threatened to blocking the National Defense Author- Army has been cutting brigade combat block the bill that we are currently ization Act after supporting this bill in teams. From 2001 to 2012, the Depart- considering this week, which is the Na- June. It is pretty hard to explain why ment of Defense’s civilian workforce tional Defense Authorization Act, one would think a bill is good one day grew at five times the rate of our Ac- which again is a bicameral agreement and not the next. Let’s just remind tive-Duty military personnel. that authorizes funding for our Na- ourselves what they are voting to The Defense authorization bill we are tion’s military and our national de- block and what the President is threat- considering changes the emphasis of fense. This is the bill that ensures our ening to veto. The National Defense the Department of Defense from ad- soldiers receive the bonuses and the Authorization Act authorizes funding ministration to operations, which will pay they have earned, that their equip- for our Nation’s military and our na- help ensure that our military personnel ment and training will be funded, and tional defense—from equipment and receive the training they need and are that our commanders will have the re- training for our soldiers to critical na- ready to meet any threats that arise. sources they need to confront the tional security priorities, such as sup- This bill also overhauls our military threats that are facing our Nation. porting our allies against Russian ag- retirement system. The current mili- Like the bill Democrats blocked last gression overseas. tary retirement system limits retire- week, this legislation is the product of In my State of South Dakota, we are ment benefits to soldiers who served a bipartisan committee process, and it proud to host the 28th Bomb Wing at for 20 years or more, which does not

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Those caps It is too bad that, in exchange for tirement benefits to 75 percent of our imposed by the Budget Control Act— these controversial provisions, good servicemembers. across defense and nondefense spend- policy will be left behind. This NDAA No time is a good time to veto fund- ing—were intended to force Congress to would have promoted the bipartisan ing for our Nation’s troops. But with the table to realistically address fiscal National Guard State Partnership Pro- tensions in the world where they are, concerns. Today, those caps are hurt- gram Enhancement Act to strengthen the decision by Senate Democrats and ing defense spending, though not near- the State Partnership Program, which the President to block this funding au- ly as much as they are devastating do- leverages unique National Guard capa- thorization is particularly unconscion- mestic spending. bilities and relationships to bolster our able. Other problematic sections are re- national security agenda around the As we speak, ISIS is carving a trail of lated to Bush-era detainees kept at world, at pennies on the dollar. This slaughter across the Middle East, Rus- Guantanamo Bay. The new Guanta- would have been a considerable im- sia is becoming increasingly aggres- namo restrictions contained in this provement. conference report are a needless barrier sive, and Iran is continuing to fund ter- I want to recognize Senator MCCAIN’s rorism. Thanks to Iran’s nuclear deal, to efforts to finally shutter that deten- efforts to ensure that the conference Iran will soon have access to increased tion facility. The bill would continue report includes the McCain-Feinstein funds and the ability to purchase more the unnecessary ban on constructing antitorture amendment. That provi- conventional weapons. That is right. facilities within the United States to sion would codify in statute the inter- While President Obama is threatening house Guantanamo detainees and the rogation standards in the Army Field to veto a bill that funds our Armed counterproductive prohibition on Manual—not just for military per- Forces, he has agreed to a deal with transferring detainees to the United sonnel, but for intelligence agents as States for detention or trial. Even Iran that gives Iran access to over $100 well. Last year, Senator FEINSTEIN and billion to fund terrorism and the Ira- more troubling, this year’s NDAA the Senate Intelligence Committee ex- nian Revolutionary Guard. That same would undo the important step taken posed the CIA’s horrific practices under flawed Iran deal waives the sanctions by Congress in 2013 to streamline pro- the Bush administration. The McCain- on Iranian leaders, including General cedures for transferring detainees to Feinstein amendment is the next step Soleimani, who is responsible for the foreign countries. Section 1034 of this toward ensuring that America never deaths of American soldiers in Iraq, yet year’s bill would reimpose onerous, un- tortures again. If this bill does not be- the President is threatening to veto necessary, and unrealistic certification come law, the Senate should take ac- pay bonuses and improved military re- requirements that must be satisfied be- tion to make the McCain-Feinstein tirement benefits for our soldiers here fore transferring detainees to third amendment law this year. countries—a step in exactly the wrong at home. Every year, the National Defense Au- direction. Transfers should be accel- The President’s Iran deal also gives thorization Act provides an oppor- erating, not slowing down. Hezbollah and Hamas more funding to tunity for Congress to support our men spread terrorism, yet the President is As long as Guantanamo remains open, it will continue to serve as a re- and women in uniform and align our threatening to veto additional re- national security priorities with our sources for our allies to defeat ISIS as cruitment tool for terrorists and tar- nish America’s historic role as a cham- fiscal obligations. This bill falls far well as missile defense systems for our short, and I cannot give it my support. allies, including Israel. Right now, pion of human rights. Maintaining the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The as- President Obama is threatening to veto detention facility at Guantanamo is sistant Democratic leader. funding for our advanced weapons sys- also a tremendous waste of taxpayer Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, how tems for U.S. military forces, yet his dollars. We spend an astonishing much time is remaining on the Demo- nuclear agreement gives Iran access to amount at Guantanamo—a single de- cratic side? conventional weapons, ballistic mis- tainee costs approximately $3.4 million siles, and advanced nuclear cen- per year to maintain—at a time when The PRESIDING OFFICER. There trifuges. budgets are tight and that money is are 5 minutes remaining. Now, above all, in the wake of this needed elsewhere; yet this conference Mr. DURBIN. I thank the Chair. flawed Iran deal and growing chaos in report does not even include the cost- The issue before us is a conference the Middle East, holding up funding for saving measure from the Senate bill committee report on the House Defense our troops by blocking this authoriza- that would allow detainees to be authorization bill. It is not the spend- tion bill is unacceptable. brought to the U.S. on a temporary ing bill; it is the authorizing of spend- While Senate Democrats and the basis for medical treatment. Closing ing. It is a bill that largely is bipar- President may have decided to pursue a Guantanamo is the morally and fis- tisan. There is no argument on either strategy of obstruction, it is not too cally responsible thing to do, and I side of the aisle to support our troops, late for them to change their minds. strongly oppose the unnecessary statu- no argument against providing the They can still cast a vote in favor of tory restrictions in this conference re- technology and weaponry they need to funding for our military and our na- port. keep themselves and Americans safe. tional security priorities. I hope that The concerns with this conference re- The issue before us is a larger budget before this vote happens today, they port do not end with Guantanamo Bay. issue that goes even beyond the De- will rethink their opposition and join Massive changes to our procurement partment of Defense but certainly in- Republicans in supporting this critical system that will recreate stovepipes we cludes it, and that is, how are we going bill. eliminated with the Goldwater-Nichols to fund our government? Mr. President, I yield the floor. reforms and adjustments to benefits The Republican approach is to put in Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, when the given to men and women who serve and $37 billion to $38 billion of made-up Senate took up the fiscal year 2016 Na- have served in order to pay our bills money. In other words, they take $37 tional Defense Authorization Act, I op- are just two examples. But what’s not billion or $38 billion of what is known posed it. I did not believe that the Sen- included is significant, too. There are as OCO funds, or war funds, and just as- ate had fully debated some of the most several provisions related to the Na- sume it is there and put it in the budg- consequential provisions of the bill. tional Guard that enjoyed strong Sen- et for the Department of Defense only, But a majority of the Senate allowed ate support and yet were stripped in but they don’t put money in for non- that bill to move forward, and now we this so-called compromise, most defense agencies. So they adequately have a compromise before us that is a inexplicably a provision I authored to fund the Department of Defense—in step even further backward. better account for the requirements fact, some say generously fund it—and

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:37 Oct 06, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G06OC6.023 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7135 then cut back in the rest of govern- committing criminal felonies or a his- There are literally tens if not hun- ment. What is the difference? What dif- tory of mental instability. I am glad dreds of provisions that take care of ference does it make? the Senate conferees cleaned up the the men and women who are serving in The cutbacks include, on the non- House provision that would have our military. So what do my friends on defense side, medical research at the dumped 100,000 handguns into the the other side say? Turn this down be- National Institutes of Health. The cuts hands of purchasers without any kind cause they don’t like the way it is include adequate resources for the Vet- of background check. I still believe funded. The fight is on the appropria- erans’ Administration to keep our this bill goes too far when it comes to tions, my friends, not on the authoriza- promise to the men and women who that gun issue. tion that defends this Nation. have served us in the military. The I will close by saying this: We are all To do this kind of disservice to the cuts include keeping America safe committed to the military and the de- men and women who are serving in uni- when it comes to homeland security fense of the United States. Many of us form is a disgrace. Please don’t say and the FBI. So they make cuts in all believe the agreement with Iran that that you support the men and women of these agencies but provide the fund- precludes their development of a nu- in the military, come to this floor and ing for the Department of Defense. clear weapon will lead to a safer world. say that, and then vote no on this leg- We argue: Let’s have some balance. We are going to carefully monitor it, as islation. Don’t do it. Any objective ob- We want to give our troops the very we promised we would, for the sake not server will tell us that the provisions best treatment, but we certainly don’t only of Israel but for all of the nations in this bill are for the benefit of the want to shortchange the other side of in the region, as well as the United men and women who are serving in an government—the nondefense side—and States. We want to make this a safer all-volunteer force. that is what the budget negotiations world. We want to turn to diplomacy The Senator from Illinois wants a are all about. before we turn to a military response. ‘‘better deal.’’ I want a better deal. I So Republican after Republican I supported it, and I will continue to am tired of our providing funds for the comes to the floor and says the Demo- support it. military on a year-to-year ad hoc basis. crats don’t care about the military. I hope, in the closing minutes of de- I don’t like it. I hate sequestration. I That is not true; both sides care about bate, that Members will reflect on the think sequestration risks doing perma- the military. But there are other parts fact that we can have a better deal not nent damage to our ability to face this of our government that are important only to help our military but to help Nation at a time when there are more as well for the safety of the United those others who are funded by the crises in the world than at any time States and the future of the United nondefense side of the budget, to have since World War II—when there is a States. Whether it is education or med- some balance too, to make sure it isn’t flood of refugees, when the Chinese are ical research or caring for our vet- lopsided with the money all going to moving into the Spratly Islands, en- erans, let’s have a balance in our budg- the Department of Defense without ac- dangering the world’s most important et that acknowledges that reality, and knowledging precious needs of America avenue of commerce, while Vladimir let’s look at a couple other things that in many other nondefense subjects. Putin dismembers Russia. And my col- are realistic too. I yield the floor. leagues from the other side of the aisle How many people in America think The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- are now complaining that they didn’t we are suffering from not enough hand- ator from Arizona. like the way it was funded. guns on the streets of America? There Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, I say I will tell my colleagues, this is a re- are some who do. There is a provision with respect to the Senator from Illi- markable time. So apparently the in this bill which is no surprise to peo- nois, he just authenticated an old say- President of the United States—and we ple who follow legislation on Capitol ing: ‘‘Talk is cheap.’’ This is really one will talk about it later—who has just Hill. The gun lobby is always looking of the more remarkable performances shown his remarkable leadership with for a way to expand their universe of by the other side. the insertion of Russia into Syria, more guns in America. So they pro- We are talking about legislation that which he did not find out about from posed, in the House of Representa- is vital to the welfare of the men and his meeting with Vladimir Putin of 90 tives—the Congressman from Alabama women who are serving in uniform, yet minutes, and which his Secretary of proposed—that the military sell 100,000 the Senator from Illinois says we State has said is an opportunity, and .45-caliber semiautomatic handguns shouldn’t take care of them because he which his Secretary of Defense said without any background checks on the has another problem. That is a logic was ‘‘unprofessional’’—they are now purchasers. That was the proposal in which defies anything I have observed slaughtering—slaughtering—young the House—100,000 semiautomatic in a long time. men whom we trained outside of Syria handguns without any background This is an authorization bill. It has and sent into Syria to fight against checks on the purchasers. Did they nothing to do with the appropriations ISIS and Bashar Assad, and the Rus- really do that? They did. It was in the process and the money that needs to be sians are dropping bombs on them. It is bill. JACK REED, the Senator from spent or not spent on any kind of an incredible situation. Rhode Island who is the ranking Demo- mechanism. There has never been a greater need crat, changed that provision and lim- The Senator from Illinois and the to authorize and fund our military— ited it from 100,000 to 10,000—10,000 Senator from Nevada, the Democratic which is facing more challenges since handguns—and said they have to go leader, keep talking about the fact the end of World War II—than today, through dealers so there will be a back- that the budget passed by the Budget and my colleagues on the other side of ground check. Committee by a majority vote here in the aisle will urge a ‘‘no’’ vote. They I raise that point because guns are in the U.S. Senate calls for additional will urge a ‘‘no’’ vote for the first time the news again. Guns are in the news funding for defense. So now, in direct in 53 years on an overall—not a specific every day. Each day 297 Americans are contravention to that, my friends on issue but on a broad issue of the budg- shot with firearms, and 89 lose their the other side of the aisle object to et. My friends want to turn down our lives. We saw the terrible tragedy last that provision in the Budget Act and authorization and our responsibilities week. I was stunned to hear on NPR will now oppose legislation that au- to the men and women who are serving over the weekend that what happened thorizes a pay raise for our troops, au- in the military. at Roseburg, OR, was the 45th school thorizes special pay and bonuses to I urge my colleagues to rethink their shooting in America this year—the support recruitment and retention, misguided logic. Attack the appropria- 45th this year. makes health care more affordable, in- tions bill. Let’s all sit down and try to We have to do something about it. It creases access to urgent care for fami- negotiate an agreement that takes care is not going to be solved with this bill lies, and knocks down bureaucratic ob- of all of these other aspects of our gov- alone, but it will be solved if Demo- stacles to ensure servicemembers ernment, but let’s not do this to the crats and Republicans start looking for maintain access to the medicines they men and women who are serving. Let’s reasonable ways to limit the access of need as they transition from Active not prevent us from improving their guns from those who have a history of Duty. quality of life. Let’s not prevent them

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Burr Heitkamp Rounds That is human nature. We all get that. the time comes. I will be speaking a lot Cantwell Heller Sasse more about it between now, if we ap- Capito Hoeven But the American people are entitled Scott prove the cloture motion, and when we Casey Inhofe to know what their government is Cassidy Isakson Sessions vote on the conference report. Shaheen doing on their behalf, whether it is Coats Johnson good, bad, or ugly. Mr. President, I suggest the absence Cochran Kaine Shelby of a quorum. Collins King Stabenow So I have made transparency a pri- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Corker Kirk Sullivan ority of mine, and I have pressed for clerk will call the roll. Cornyn Klobuchar Tester more openness in the Federal Govern- Cotton Lankford Thune ment through commonsense legisla- The legislative clerk proceeded to Crapo Lee Tillis call the roll. Cruz McCain Toomey tion. One of those bills was the Free- Mr. BLUNT. Mr. President, I ask Daines McCaskill Udall dom of Information Improvement Act, unanimous consent that the order for Donnelly McConnell Vitter which would strengthen existing meas- Enzi Menendez the quorum call be rescinded. Warner ures found in the Freedom of Informa- Ernst Moran Wicker The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Feinstein Murkowski tion Act that was first signed by a Texas President, Lyndon Baines John- objection, it is so ordered. NAYS—26 CLOTURE MOTION son. The Judiciary Committee passed Baldwin Gillibrand Reed that bill in February by a voice vote, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Pursuant Booker Hirono Reid and I look forward to it passing in the to rule XXII, the Chair lays before the Boxer Leahy Sanders Senate the pending cloture motion, Brown Manchin Schatz Senate soon. Cardin Markey But even the very best laws with the which the clerk will state. Schumer Carper Merkley Warren very best intentions can be undermined The senior assistant legislative clerk Coons Mikulski Whitehouse by those who are willing to ignore or read as follows: Durbin Nelson Wyden Franken Paul even abuse them. More than 6 years CLOTURE MOTION NOT VOTING—1 ago, President Obama promised the We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- American people that transparency and ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the Rubio the rule of law will be the touchstone Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. move to bring to a close debate on the con- of this Presidency. He said, ‘‘Trans- PORTMAN). On this vote, the yeas are ference report to accompany H.R. 1735, a bill parency and the rule of law will be the to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 73, the nays are 26. touchstones of this presidency.’’ Need- 2016 for military activities of the Depart- Three-fifths of the Senators duly cho- less to say, his record has been a dis- ment of Defense, for military construction, sen and sworn having voted in the af- appointment because it certainly and for defense activities of the Department firmative, the motion is agreed to. doesn’t meet the description of trans- of Energy, to prescribe military personnel The Senator from Texas. parency and adherence to and fidelity strengths for such fiscal year, and for other CALLING FOR APPOINTMENT OF A SPECIAL to the rule of law. purposes. COUNSEL For example, when an estimated 1,400 John McCain, Bob Corker, John Hoeven, Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I wish Ron Johnson, Dan Sullivan, Steve weapons were somehow lost by the Bu- to spend a few minutes speaking about reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Daines, Richard Burr, Joni Ernst, Deb a topic we should all be able to agree Fischer, Tim Scott, Orrin G. Hatch, in Mexico, with one of them—actually Shelley Moore Capito, Mike Crapo, on, even in this polarized environment two of them—eventually linked to the Tom Cotton, Cory Gardner, Kelly in which we live and work, and that is murder of a U.S. Border Patrol agent, Ayotte, Mitch McConnell. the idea that transparency and ac- the Obama administration stonewalled The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. countability are key to good govern- congressional investigations. This was ROUNDS). By unanimous consent, the ance. Transparency and accountability the Fast and Furious debacle. As a mandatory quorum call has been are key to good governance. matter of fact, the Attorney General— waived. Open government is a prerequisite for then Eric Holder—refused to comply The question is, Is it the sense of the a free society, one in which the legit- with a valid subpoena issued by Con- Senate that debate on the conference imacy of government itself depends gress so we could find out about it, so report to accompany H.R. 1735, a bill to upon consent of the governed. In fact, we could figure out where things went authorize appropriations for fiscal year we can’t consent on something we wrong and how we could fix them so 2016 for military activities of the De- don’t know anything about. My col- they didn’t happen again. Former At- partment of Defense, for military con- leagues get my point. torney General Eric Holder, rather struction, and for defense activities of As our Founding Fathers recognized, than comply with Congress’s legiti- the Department of Energy, to prescribe a truly democratic system depends on mate oversight request, refused and military personnel strengths for such an informed citizenry so they can hold was thus the first Attorney General, to fiscal year, and for other purposes, their leaders accountable at elections my knowledge, to be held in contempt shall be brought to a close? and between elections. But the Amer- of Congress—in contempt of Congress. The yeas and nays are mandatory ican people cannot do that without Then, of course, there are the IRS and under the rule. transparency. Justice Brandeis fa- ObamaCare—instances in which this The clerk will call the roll. mously said that sunlight is the best administration has either refused to The legislative clerk called the roll. disinfectant, and he is right. That is testify to Congress or failed to answer Mr. CORNYN. The following Senator why Congress has enacted numerous our most basic questions. is necessarily absent: the Senator from pieces of legislation that have pro- This administration has been equally Florida (Mr. RUBIO). moted accountability and transparency dismissive of the press, who are also Further, if present and voting, the in government so that good governance protected—freedom of the press under Senator from Florida (Mr. RUBIO) can hopefully flourish. the First Amendment to the U.S. Con- would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ This is a bipartisan issue. When I stitution—leading dozens of journalists The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. came to the Senate, I found a willing to send a letter to the President asking DAINES). Are there any other Senators partner in Senator PATRICK LEAHY him to end this administration’s ‘‘po- in the Chamber desiring to vote? from Vermont. Senator LEAHY and I litically driven suppression of news and The yeas and nays resulted—yeas 73, are polar opposites when it comes to information about Federal agencies.’’ nays 26, as follows: our politics, but on matters of open That is really remarkable.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:37 Oct 06, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G06OC6.012 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7137 So we can see the American people emails that contain classified informa- bad judgment, it is probable that every have been stiff-armed by this adminis- tion. News outlets are reporting that email she sent or received while Sec- tration, and they have become increas- there are more than 400 classified retary of State, including highly classi- ingly distrustful of their own govern- emails on the server, and that is just fied information, has been read by in- ment. That is because secrecy provides the report so far. telligence agents of nations such as an environment in which corruption It is no coincidence that along with China and Russia who we know are reg- can and does fester. In fact, according this news, the media has also reported ularly trying to hack into our secure to a recent poll, 75 percent of Ameri- that Russian-linked hackers attempted data and to learn our secrets or to cans who responded believe there is at least five times to break into Sec- steal our designs and to replicate those widespread corruption in the U.S. Gov- retary Clinton’s email account. That by violating our commercial laws. So ernment. Seventy-five percent believe should make obvious to her and to ev- this email scandal is more than just that. That is a shocking statistic and eryone else the vulnerabilities that bad judgment; it represents a real dan- one that ought to shock us back to re- exist for a private, unsecured email ger to our Nation. ality to try to understand what their server, one used by a Cabinet member I am sorry to say, but it is true, that concerns are and what we can do to ad- in communicating with other high- Secretary Clinton’s actions may well dress them because that is simply in- level government officials, including have violated a number of criminal consistent with this idea of self-govern- people in the intelligence community. laws. Under the circumstances, the ap- ment, where 75 percent of the respond- This is absolutely reckless. pointment of a special counsel by the ents to a poll think the fix is in, and This Chamber is aware—we are pain- Justice Department is necessary to su- the government is neither accountable fully aware from the news—that cyber pervise the investigation and ensure nor adhering to the rule of law. threats are all too prevalent today. It the American people that investigation It was back in March that the public seems every week we read a new story gets down to the bottom line and we first learned that a former member of about different cyber attacks, cyber follow the facts wherever they may this administration, Secretary Clinton, theft, cyber espionage against our own lead. used a private, unsecured server during country. This last summer we dis- As I made clear in a recent letter to her tenure as Secretary of State. It was cussed at length the data breaches that Attorney General Loretta Lynch, the just last Wednesday that the State De- occurred at the Office of Personnel Department of Justice regulations partment announced the release of Management. People who had actually themselves provide for the appoint- even more documents from Secretary sought and obtained security clear- ment of a special counsel if there is po- Clinton’s private email server. This on- ances so they could handle and learn tential for criminal wrongdoing and if going scandal has been but the latest classified material—that information there is a conflict of interest at the De- example of this administration’s pat- was hacked and made available to partment of Justice or if extraordinary tern of avoiding accountability and some of our adversaries. Then, of circumstances warrant the appoint- skirting the law. I will explain in just course, there is the information we all ment. a few minutes why this is so significant learned about the IRS being hacked as Let me start by explaining which and why this isn’t something that well. The personal information con- criminal statutes Secretary Clinton ought to be just brushed under the rug tained in those two hacks alone cov- may have violated. and ignored. ered millions of Americans. Federal law makes it a crime to re- Secretary Clinton’s unprecedented At a time when our adversaries are tain classified information without au- scheme was intentional. It wasn’t an trying to steal sensitive national secu- thorization. accident. It wasn’t negligence. She did rity information, especially classified Whoever, being an officer . . . of the it on purpose. It was by design. Her de- information, I find it incredibly irre- United States . . . knowingly removes [clas- sign was to shield her official commu- sponsible for Secretary Clinton or any- sified] documents or materials without au- nications—communications that under one else to invite this kind of risk and thority and with the intent to retain such Federal law belong to the government to conduct routine, daily business on documents or materials at an unauthorized and to the people, not her. I can’t see behalf of our Nation over a private, un- location shall be fined under this title or im- any other way to explain it. It was de- secured email server. I find it even prisoned for not more than one year, or both. liberate. It was intentional. It was de- more egregious that she or her senior That is 18 USC, section 1924. signed to avoid the kind of account- aides would send classified information We know from media reports that ability I have been talking about over this same server. Secretary Clinton retained classified today. There is just no other way to I am not the only one who believes documents on her server. According to look at it. Secretary Clinton compromised our na- those reports, more than 5 percent of Because her emails were held on this tional security by doing this. Just last the latest emails released by the State private server, the State Department month, before the Senate Select Intel- Department contained classified infor- was in violation of the legal mandates ligence Committee, the current Direc- mation. So we need a thorough, unbi- of the Freedom of Information Act for tor of the National Security Agency, ased, impartial investigation to deter- 6 years, and it is only now, through ADM Mike Rogers, who also serves as mine how those documents made it to Freedom of Information Act litigation commander of U.S. Cyber Command, Secretary Clinton’s unsecured server and more than 30 different lawsuits, said conducting official business on a and whether she knew that was hap- that the public is finally learning what private server would ‘‘represent an op- pening. A special counsel would be the it was always entitled to know, or at portunity’’ for foreign intelligence best person and in the best position to least part of it. By the way, that is the operatives. In other words, foreign in- do just that. power of the Freedom of Information telligence services would relish the op- While Secretary Clinton may argue— Act and why it is so important. You portunity to penetrate the private which I heard her argue on news re- can go to court and seek a court order server of a high-profile leader such as ports—that none of this information to force people to do what they should Secretary Clinton or any other Sec- was marked ‘‘classified’’ when it was have done in the first instance so the retary of State who, once again, is a emailed to her, under the Espionage public can be informed about what member of the President’s Cabinet, his Act, that is irrelevant even if true, and their government is doing. closest advisers. I certainly doubt that is the case. Ac- Secretary Clinton’s use of a private, Some hackers clearly noticed this cording to the act, it is a crime to de- unsecured server as a member of the opportunity and tried to take advan- liver national defense information to Obama Cabinet is also a major national tage of it, and we don’t know—perhaps unauthorized individuals. At 18 USC, security concern. We have learned that we never will know—the extent to subsection 793(d), it states that ‘‘who- classified information was kept on and which that national security informa- ever, lawfully having possession of . . . transmitted through this server. Ac- tion, that classified information was any document . . . or note relating to cording to the latest reports, the new- compromised. the national defense . . . willfully com- est batch of documents released just We need to come to terms with the municates, delivers, transmits . . . the last week have doubled the amount of fact that due to Secretary Clinton’s same to any person not entitled

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JOHN CORNYN, tant to have an impartial investiga- retary Clinton and the Obama adminis- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. tration are confident that no laws have DEAR SENATOR CORNYN: This responds to tion. your letter to the Attorney General dated We know, for example, that informa- been broken, then why wouldn’t they September 15, 2015, requesting that a Special tion on North Korea’s nuclear program embrace the appointment of a special Counsel be appointed to investigate the use was in Secretary Clinton’s emails. I counsel? of a private e-mail server by former Sec- was recently with some of my col- I would point out that in another retary of State Hillary Clinton. leagues at Pacific Command, and Ad- case, the President’s own Department The Special Counsel regulations, 28 C.F.R. miral Harris, a four-star admiral, the of Justice has aggressively pursued the § 6001, which were issued as a replacement for head of Pacific Command, said that on mishandling of classified information the former Independent Counsel Act, provide in the past. So my simple request in that in the discretion of the Attorney Gen- his list of security threats confronting eral, a Special Counsel may be appointed his region of the world, North Korea is calling for a special counsel is that the when an investigation or prosecution by the at the top. It has nuclear weapons, same rules apply to Secretary Clinton. Department of Justice (the Department) intercontinental ballistic missiles, and The Department’s clear conflicts of would create a potential conflict of interest, it has a leader who is capable of doing interest in this case and the extraor- or in other extraordinary circumstances in just about anything he could imagine. dinary circumstances surrounding it which the public interest would be served by It is a very dangerous situation and a could not be more obvious. As a high- such an appointment. This authority has rarely been exercised. very serious national security issue. level official in the administration for 4 years, Secretary Clinton is clearly al- As you know, the Department has received Yet Secretary Clinton was commu- a security referral related to the potential nicating information or had commu- lied with the administration. As a compromise of classified information. Any nicated to her on her private email former First Lady and a U.S. Senator, investigation related to this referral will be server information about North Ko- Secretary Clinton has a deep profes- conducted by law enforcement professionals rea’s threat. We don’t know whether sional and personal relationship with and career attorneys in accordance with es- the administration, including the tablished Department policies and proce- that information was among the 200 dures, which are designed to ensure the in- classified emails released by the State President’s choice for Attorney Gen- eral, Loretta Lynch. I would think Ms. tegrity of all ongoing investigations. Department last week. We know her We hope this information is helpful. Please Lynch, the Attorney General, would lawyers and perhaps others reviewed do not hesitate to contact this office if we want the sort of integrity and proper every email on her server before turn- may provide additional assistance regarding appearance that would occur by ap- ing them over to the State Depart- this or any other matter. pointment of special counsel rather ment. We don’t know who reviewed Sincerely, than have it look as if she has simply PETER J. KADZIK, them, whether they had a proper clear- sat on this information and not con- Assistant Attorney General. ance, whether they were actually enti- ducted a thorough investigation her- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I would tled to see classified information, and self. just say that for those who are inter- that is why a special counsel would be I am simply calling for that kind of ested in reading the response—interest- important to answer that question too. investigation. As somebody who spent ingly, I didn’t get a response from the Under the Espionage Act, we see that 17 years of my life as a State court Attorney General, to whom I addressed it is a crime to remove national de- judge and attorney general, I believe the letter; I got a response from the fense documents or permit them to be that sort of investigation is entirely Assistant Attorney General. I read it stolen. Here is a summary of the stat- warranted. Of course, some of my over and over and over again, and it ute: ‘‘Whoever, being entrusted with Democratic colleagues—including the doesn’t agree to the appointment of a . . . any document . . . relating to the Senators from Vermont and Cali- special counsel and it doesn’t refuse to national defense . . . through gross fornia—have already claimed that this appoint a special counsel. In other negligence permits the same to be re- call for a special counsel is some sort words, it is a non-answer to the ques- moved from its proper place of custody of political stunt. The senior Senator tion. I don’t know what reason the At- . . . or to be lost, stolen, abstracted, or from California was quick to say that torney General or the Department of destroyed . . . shall be fined under this calls for a special counsel are purely Justice might have for leaving this title or imprisoned not more than ten political and completely unnecessary open-ended and not actually declining years, or both.’’ and would amount to wasting taxpayer at this time to appoint a special coun- Now we know that the server was not dollars. Well, I would like to point out sel, if that is their conclusion, but they held in a proper place of custody, and to both Senators from Vermont and simply didn’t answer the question. we know from the testimony of experts California that each of them on more I would just say in conclusion that in the intelligence community that the than one occasion has called for a spe- my constituents in Texas sent me here likelihood that something was removed cial counsel in the past. Surely I don’t to serve as a check on the executive from Secretary Clinton’s server by for- think they would characterize their branch, and I am going to continue to eign hackers is high. Last week, as I own call for a special counsel in the press the Attorney General and the said moments ago, news outlets re- same terms that the current call for a rest of the administration for answers ported that they were certainly trying. special counsel is described. because the American people deserve So a special counsel could answer this While serving as Senators, the Presi- the sort of accountability and, indeed, question and determine whether this dent of the United States, Barack in the end, justice that need to be de- statute was violated and how it should Obama, and former Secretary Hillary livered in this case—not a sweep under be enforced if it was violated. Clinton, while both of them were Sen- the rug, not a playing out the clock What greater example of gross neg- ators, called for the appointment of a until the end of the administration, ligence is there than for a high govern- special counsel. but answers that can only come from ment official, such as the Secretary of All of that is to say that requesting an independent investigation con- State of the United States of America, an appointment of a special counsel is ducted by a special counsel. a member of the President’s Cabinet, not uncommon, and it is clearly war- Mr. President, I yield the floor. to communicate all business on a pri- ranted in this case. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- vate, unsecured server when it is like- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- ator from New Mexico. ly—and maybe more than just likely— sent that the response from the Justice Mr. UDALL. Mr. President, I ask it is almost certain that sensitive na- Department to my letter requesting a unanimous consent to engage in a col- tional defense information would pass special counsel be printed in the loquy until about 3:40 p.m. with Demo- through it? RECORD. crats and Republicans who are going to

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And Senator WHITEHOUSE is here. well-paying American jobs, and cre- cals and plastics production is pre- So if the Senator would like to jump in ating regulatory certainty for busi- dicted to double in the next 5 years, with his statement, that would be nesses not only in the United States while it falls by one-third in Europe. In great at this point. but across the world. other words, it will go down by one- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there Today, the U.S. chemical industry is third in Europe. At the same time, it an objection to the unanimous consent experiencing a resurgence. Nobody had doubles in the next 5 years in the request? ever predicted it. For years, chemical United States. Some of you may be Without objection, it is so ordered. manufacturing has been moving its wondering what this has to do with Mr. INHOFE. Thank you very much. way out of this country, relocating in TSCA reform because I am talking TSCA REFORM places such as China, Saudi Arabia, and about the cheaper prices of energy. The Mr. President, let me first mention South America. One of the reasons for main stock for chemicals is natural that you don’t see many things around this is that we have this antiquated gas. this Chamber that are truly bipartisan, law on the books that made it very dif- Specifically, the Lautenberg bill, and you are about to see one now. ficult for them to operate in the United what we are talking about today—let I have to give credit to the Senator States. So we kind of got used to this. me tell you, passing this bill and get- from New Mexico for the great job he Everyone was leaving the United ting TSCA reform signed into law not has done in making it a possibility to States because of that. Now they are only provides these domestic industries even be talking about this now. I am coming back. The interesting thing is, with one manageable national rule honored to be chairman of the public there are two reasons that I am going book so products can be manufactured works committee. We do a lot of sig- to mention to you in a minute for why and distributed in all 50 States consist- nificant work in that committee. We they are coming back and what it ently, it also provides necessary regu- just passed out arguably the second means to us economically. latory certainty, the lack of which most significant bill of the year, which In the last few years, one thing has could be the one thing to drive away was the highway reauthorization bill, completely flipped the idea on its head this much needed economic invest- and others. It is a very busy com- that we are not going to be able to ment. mittee. However, the issue we are con- change the laws that are regulating the Moreover, today global chemical cerned about today—and I want to talk chemical industry. Natural gas liquids manufacturing and use, in the absence about it a little bit—is the bill we have are the primary feedstock for chemical of a coherent and functioning U.S. been working on for a long period of manufacturing in the United States. chemical policy, is dominated by the time. Due to the shale boom or the shale rev- European system called REACH. I will We had a great Member—Frank Lau- olution—we are very sensitive to that not get into much detail about the Eu- tenberg—of the Senate for a number of in my State of Oklahoma—natural gas ropean regulatory system, but it is sig- years. He and I became good friends on production from companies such as nificantly more burdensome and costly this committee when Democrats were Continental Resources, Devon, Chesa- than many of our businesses can afford for 8 years the majority party, and peake Energy—all in my home State of to deal with. prior to that we were in the majority Oklahoma—manufacturers have an Unfortunately, today it is the global for a long time. During that time- abundant and reliable source of natural standard. By enacting meaningful U.S. frame, Frank Lautenberg and I became gas for decades to come. chemical policy, our Nation will be on good friends. We had some things in This provides the stability and cer- the path to once again be the world common people were not aware of; that tainty that manufacturers need to once leader, not only in chemical manufac- is, we both came from the corporate again make major investments in the turing or manufacturing in general but world. We were involved in doing United States. There is no better exam- to set the global standard in how things together and looking at things ple of an industry reinvesting in this chemicals should be managed. That is through a corporate mind. country because of our energy revolu- what we are talking about. That is But this bill we are talking about tion than the chemical industry. As of what this is all about. So there are two now is one where we are enjoying 60 co- this June, the chemical industry has things that are bringing this industry sponsors. announced 238 investment projects val- back to the United States. One is our I would mention that Bonnie Lauten- ued at $145 billion. Let me repeat that: plentiful and cheap natural gas and the berg is in the Gallery today. She has $145 billion in new capital investments other is this legislation. been so cooperative. If you can single in the United States of America by the Imagine people anticipating that the out one legacy of the great Frank Lau- chemical industry in large part due to legislation is going to pass and making tenberg, it would be this bill. I can re- American natural gas production. corporate decisions bringing back member calling Bonnie and asking if This investment is predicted to be re- many jobs to the United States. So she would be willing to come and tes- sponsible for over 700,000 new jobs there is going to be a surge in eco- tify before the committee—this was along with $293 billion in permanent nomic benefit, and consequently right some time ago—and she was more en- new domestic economic output by 2023. now the price of natural gas, the main thusiastic than I expected she would The benefits don’t stop there. This in- feedstock that goes into chemical man- be, and she has been a big help. vestment is also predicted to lead to ufacturing, is far cheaper in this coun- It is great to see so many of my col- $21 billion in new Federal, State, and try than it is in Europe. leagues excited about TSCA reform and local tax revenue in the next 8 years So I say to my good friend who has specifically the Lautenberg bill, which and will lower our trade deficit by in- carried this ball, Senator UDALL, that now has overwhelming support on both creasing our exports by nearly $30 bil- it is great that those two things are sides of the aisle. For a long time, we lion by 2030. happening at the same time. Again, have been focused—and rightfully so— Right now the U.S. chemical indus- when I looked around at the press con- on the public health and environmental try is capturing market share from ference we had this morning—and we benefits of reforming this 39-year-old around the world, and all of those fa- saw everyone ranging from the most failed law. I know a lot of my friends cilities that packed up and moved to liberal Democrats and the most con- across the aisle who are here will con- China, moved to the Middle East, and servative Republicans. That does not tinue talking about that today, so I moved to Western Europe are rushing happen very often in Washington, DC. I wanted to take my time on the floor to back. You don’t have to look any fur- think a lot of it is due to my good tell them some of the benefits of TSCA ther than comments by folks such as friend from New Mexico, along with

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He is the chair- voting for it, but to have 60 people will- foundation is peer-reviewed scientific man of the Environment and Public ing to cosponsor it so it is clear from evidence. So as a former attorney gen- Works Committee. I remember we the get-go that if this bill is called up, eral working with a former attorney came early on—Senator VITTER and it will get through. general, I think we are confident that myself—to him, and said: We have been I think that is very important. There where this bill is now gives our col- working on this bill a couple of years. was some dispute on the Environment league attorneys general the ability to We think it is ready to go, but obvi- and Public Works Committee. We had a have a very strong case to be made ously it has to go through your com- very lively hearing. I think the impact that they still have the authority to mittee. of that hearing caused people to go take action where their State has a The Senator worked with us all the back and say: We really do need to im- real problem and people’s health and way along the line. A lot of this has to prove this bill in some way. I commend safety is suffering and somebody needs do with his leadership and helping us Senator MERKLEY and Senator BOOKER to act, even if somebody at EPW will with—amending it in a way to keep for joining me in I guess a little mini not. making it bipartisan. That has been ‘‘Gang of 3’’ to pull the bill to a place I will close by saying this. This has the history of this bill; that it has where we would all support it in the been an education in legislating for grown. As we know, it passed his com- committee. That is part of how it got me. I came out of being a prosecutor, I mittee 15 to 5. to 15 and 5. came out of being an executive official, I say to Chairman INHOFE, our next I think, since then, what Senator I came out of being a staff person for a speaker, Senator WHITEHOUSE, who is UDALL has been able to accomplish is Governor, and I came out of being a on your committee, was able to work some of those 5 have now come over to practicing lawyer. But watching Sen- with you and three other members of join the 15. So to say that it is a 15-to- ator UDALL work has been instructive the Environment and Public Works 5 EPW committee-supported bill actu- because—he will not say but I am pre- Committee to get the bill in shape so ally understates this support because pared to say that he cosponsored this we could then get it ready for the floor. of Senator UDALL’s continued work. bill at a time when he did not like it. Working with you, we have made a few There is one issue on which I want to I think he cosponsored this bill at a additional tweaks and things, but I make a particular point because I time when what he saw was not that think it is ready to go; don’t you? know both Senator UDALL and I have ‘‘this is the bill I am going to go with,’’ Mr. INHOFE. If the Senator will served as attorney general of our but he saw that we need to fix TSCA, yield, I would observe the number of States. We take this question of a sov- we need to have a bipartisan solution people who said—when the bill first ereign State’s ability to defend its own to this, and ‘‘if it takes me signing up started out, there was a lot of opposi- citizens very seriously. We both were for a bill I don’t like as the opener to tion. There was opposition in our com- attorneys general. We had the responsi- begin building that consensus’’—that mittee. I think a lot of the people on bility to very often lead for the State went first with TOM, then with Senator the committee were surprised when we those public protection efforts. CARPER coming on, then with our passed it on a bipartisan basis. Then, of So we wanted to be very careful MERKLEY-BOOKER-WHITEHOUSE contin- course, once it got down to the floor— about making sure there was a signifi- gent, and now most recently with Sen- this is going to have support from all cant role for the States in this bill to ators DURBIN and MARKEY joining us— corners. look out for the health and the safety he has been the thread that has made Again, yes, it was a bipartisan effort. of their citizens. What we came up with all of that possible. It is kind of rewarding to have that is a provision that I believe tracks very I wish to close by expressing a per- happen now and then. This is a good closely with the constitutional provi- sonal appreciation to him for hanging example. sions that govern this. A State is re- in there—particularly through that Mr. UDALL. This is a great example. stricted from taking action here if it early period when there was not a lot Thank you so much. Once again, we would unduly burden interstate com- of support for this in our caucus—and could not have done this without your merce. Well, that is a statutory restric- working with us and Senator INHOFE leadership, your chairmanship of the tion. But guess what. As Senator and Senator VITTER to build the coali- Environment and Public Works Com- UDALL knows, that is also the constitu- tion that has today made 60-plus co- mittee. You helped us shape this and tional restriction under the so-called sponsors possible. helped us move in a bipartisan way. dormant commerce clause. So we were Congratulations to Senator UDALL, I am going to next ask Senator not going to be able to move much fur- and I thank him for letting me say a WHITEHOUSE to talk a little bit because ther than that anyway. That is essen- few words. Senator WHITEHOUSE has the ability— tially the commerce clause written Mr. UDALL. I say to Senator WHITE- the experience of a State official, a into legislative text. HOUSE, thank you so much. former State attorney general. The next is if the action by the State I just want to say about Senator He took a look at this bill. It was would violate a Federal law or regula- WHITEHOUSE—I mean, this bill would ready to go in front of the Environ- tion. There is another part of the Con- not be where it is today had we not had ment and Public Works Committee. He stitution called the supremacy clause, that trio working in the Environment looked at it as a former AG. He looked which says that when Congress has and Public Works Committee. I really at it in terms of the States being able made a decision, the States cannot believe that. They took the bill that to participate on enforcement and was overturn it. Once again, the restriction was coming up, we had a hearing on it, able to help us craft a bill that could that we have on States coming to pro- and they really analyzed it and applied get out of committee 15 to 5. tect their citizens mirrors and matches all the principles Senator WHITEHOUSE Senator WHITEHOUSE, we appreciate a restriction that exists in the Con- and I have both talked about, and they your help and your hard work on this. stitution. came up with a very significant im- You did an amazing job. Any thoughts, The last piece says that if a State is provement. We are here today because comments? Is this something the Sen- going to regulate in this area, it has to of his hard work. ate can take up and get done, in terms be based on peer-reviewed science. I have been very open. I think Sen- of where we have it right now? There is a third clause in the Constitu- ator VITTER, who will join us in a Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I tion called the due process clause. minute, has been very open. Both of us would answer my colleague’s question Under the due process clause, the regu- said: Give us your ideas, give us your by saying that I think we are very defi- latory agency cannot just willy-nilly input, and we are going to take a look nitely ready to go. We are particularly regulate. If it does, its regulation can at it. We got technical advice from the

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So going forward is that, for all the won- I also wish to talk a little bit about it was particularly moving to me to derful work that has been done by Sen- Senator Frank Lautenberg. I have a hear him say—when he got on this ator VITTER and Senator UDALL to pull picture here of him with his grand- compromise bill with Senator VITTER, us together, for all the support that children. he said he thought that bill, the Lau- has been reached here, this is still a But let me first say, Senator WHITE- tenberg-Vitter bill, would save more fairly delicate compromise. We first HOUSE, did you wish to mention your lives than all the work he had done in have to figure out and solve the proce- staff member who worked on it, who I the public health and environmental dural blockages that are preventing know spent time with Jonathan Black arena. I know he said that to Bonnie this from going through this Chamber. and with the whole team? We have a Lautenberg. And that really hit all of I would suggest that the majority great team of staff members who are us. He saw the legislation, he saw how party ought to be supporting the pas- very goal-oriented and who want to get it was going to evolve, and he really sage of legislation that is led by the things accomplished. believed this would make a difference. majority party. It is the minority par- Mr. WHITEHOUSE. My team was led I saw that in Senator Lautenberg ty’s role to throw up objections and to by Emily Enderle, who leads my envi- over and over again on the committee. Whenever an issue would come up—it make demands against legislation pro- ronmental team. She has terrific credi- didn’t matter what issue it was—he al- ceeding. So maybe not everybody on bility in the environmental commu- ways came back to his grandchildren: the other side is completely taken nity, and she knows these laws very Are we doing the right thing by our aboard, but they are in the majority well, but even with that it was an enor- children? So if we were looking at a in- now. So I think those blocks will be mously complicated task. This was a frastructure issue and the question was cleared and we will have the chance to big bill. I forget the number of changes ‘‘How do we frame the best possible in- go forward. But then we have to do we actually put into it in the course of frastructure package?’’ he was looking something with the House. Either they that negotiation, but it was 20, 22. It out a couple of generations in the fu- have to pass something or they have to was a large array of changes, so it was ture and saying ‘‘Are we going to pass a lot of work in a short period of time. pass this or we end up in conference. I on a better infrastructure system so we Emily, the Senator’s staff, and every- think it is important that the record of can grow jobs and do those kinds of body who was involved in that really this bill reflect that there is not a things?’’ He had passion about it, and dove in and worked hard in the best whole lot of wiggle room here for mis- he brought up his grandchildren on a traditions of good staff work in the chief to be accomplished between the frequent basis. House and the Senate. Senate with the intention to get to We all miss him very much, and we My confidence is that—I really do ‘‘yes.’’ have named this bill after him. This think the industry supports this bill. Mr. UDALL. I thank Senator WHITE- bill is the Frank Lautenberg Chemical They have worked with us, they have HOUSE. I very much appreciate his com- Safety for the 21st Century Act. Every- worked with you, and so I don’t think ments here today and especially appre- body is going to know how it started there is a huge incentive for mischief, ciate his participation in terms of mov- because he was one who believed in but I think we do have to be on our ing this forward in a bipartisan way. fighting for the very best, but he al- guard that the spirit, the structure, I worked with my staff diligently on ways believed in compromise. and the key points of this piece are this bill. I was lucky to have a chief of I will never forget when Senator Lau- preserved in anything that goes for- staff by the name of Mike Collins who tenberg had what I would call the per- ward because otherwise we will be back spent many hours working on this. My fect bill—I guess that is the best way where we started, with everybody back legislative director, Andrew Wallace— to describe it—and he was able to pass in their seats again. Drew Wallace—worked on this. He is a it through the Environment and Public Mr. UDALL. I say to Senator WHITE- lawyer by training. Jonathan Black Works Committee, but it passed with- HOUSE, I couldn’t agree more. I think was the legislative assistant in the out a single Republican vote. When it those are the delicate phases we have main policy area. He has been with this passes out of committee, it is now to go through. bill all along, and he is very even- ready for floor time. But everybody re- What we have been telling our House handed and very good at dealing with alized that without any Republicans on colleagues all along is we have worked the other staff members in getting peo- the bill, it wasn’t going to go any- long and hard on this, we have been ple to focus on the goal and not get where. So leadership said: You know, more comprehensive than they have, into the arguments and not get side- you better go back to square one. You and so we need their patience to work tracked. can’t get this out of the Senate the through it with us. There is not a lot of I think this is true of the staff on the way it is currently crafted. room. I couldn’t agree with you more Republican side and the staff on the To Senator Lautenberg’s credit, he that that is where we are today. Democratic side. We have had tremen- then took the opportunity to visit—I I have good relationships in the dous support, and I expect that to go believe Senator MANCHIN was involved House. I served there 10 years. FRED forward when we start. Indeed, if we with this in terms of them going to- UPTON, JOHN SHIMKUS, and FRANK PAL- can get floor time and get this out— gether, and they started talking and LONE are all willing to work with us. I and I believe the bill is ready to go—I saying: Maybe we can come up with believe that if we look at what our goal think we have the kind of staff effort something which is bipartisan and is—to protect the American public and in the House and the Senate that can which can attract people from both to protect vulnerable populations—we resolve most of the major differences sides. And that was the original Lau- can get this done. without too many problems. So that is tenberg-Vitter bill that was intro- Mr. WHITEHOUSE. While we have what we are looking forward to. duced. This is one of the interesting the floor and until Senator VITTER As I said earlier, I would like to say things: It immediately had 24 cospon- comes, might it be a good time to say a few words about Senator Frank Lau- sors—12 Republicans and 12 Democrats. a kind word about our staffs? tenberg. This is a picture of Senator I was one of those cosponsors. I think Mr. UDALL. Yes. Lautenberg and his grandchildren. I that was due to the very good staff Mr. WHITEHOUSE. I know that dur- served on the Environment and Public work—he had some great people on his ing our process, our staff worked enor- Works Committee with Senator Lau- staff—but it was also due to his meet- mously hard, and the Senator’s has tenberg for a number of years, and ing of the minds with Senator VITTER, been at this for a longer time than just there couldn’t have been anything he coming together, and finding that com- that intense period of negotiation was more passionate about than his mon ground.

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We are unable to move for- changes—and I think they mentioned health and environmental side. There ward. And no real activity has taken three things in their editorial. We was my good friend Fred Krupp from place since then. eventually made those three changes the Environmental Defense Fund, There is nothing that says something they were talking about. But that just Collin O’Mara from the National Wild- is more broken than when an agency is shows the respect Senator Lautenberg life Federation, and then we had rep- unable to move forward with the regu- had. He was able to work with every- resentatives from the March of Dimes, latory activities it was set up to do. So one, he was able to convey to the the Humane Society, the Physicians for decades the risks have been there, media what he was trying to do, and he Committee for Responsible Medicine, the dangers have been there, but there had tremendous support for engaging Moms Clean Air Force, and other is really no cop on the beat taking a the other side. groups there on that NGO side. look at chemical safety. The current One of the things that has helped us We also had business leaders such as system has failed. It fails to provide come such a long way is—we lost former Congressman Cal Dooley, with confidence in our consumer products. Frank, and then I joined with Senator whom I served in the House of Rep- It fails to ensure that our families and VITTER on the bill. We lost Frank, but resentatives. Cal is now the head of communities are safe. So there is just we haven’t lost Bonnie, his widow. what is called the American Chemistry no doubt that reform is overdue—40 Bonnie Lautenberg has been in this Council. And there were other leaders years overdue. On this Sunday, TSCA from the very beginning, wanting to who were there also from the business will be 40 years old. see this bill become law and wanting to side: the Alliance of Automobile Manu- I see my good friend Senator VITTER see that her children and grandchildren facturers, the U.S. Chamber of Com- has arrived on the floor. Let me just are protected. I remember very well merce, the National Association of take a moment, before I introduce Sen- the speech she gave on the floor of the Manufacturers, and the American Pe- ator VITTER, to say that I couldn’t Environment and Public Works Com- troleum Institute. have a better partner. I remember that mittee. Senator INHOFE was very gen- When we got them all there and saw over 2 years ago, Senator VITTER and I erous in terms of saying: If Senator them together, the big question I asked met for dinner, and we talked about Lautenberg’s wife, Bonnie Lautenberg, was this: Who would have ever thought this bill. We said: Let’s work on it with wants to come and testify on the bill, that all of these groups would be to- each other, and let’s grow bipartisan we are going to put her right up front. gether supporting this bill and wanting support. The Senator has worked ac- She spoke very eloquently at the this bill to move forward? tively on both sides of the aisle, as EPW Committee earlier this year: So that is one of the reasons we say have I, and we have come a long way. Frank understood that getting this done to the leadership now that this bill is We think we are ready to go. We think required the art of compromise. . . . This ready to go. It has 60 Senators. We be- this bill is ready to go. I sure appre- cause is urgent, because we are living in a lieve the actual votes would be higher ciate the partnership that Senator VIT- toxic world. Chemicals are rampant in the than that, but clearly we have 60 co- TER and I have formed on this. He has fabrics we and our children sleep in and sponsors now, and we are ready to roll been a man of his word. When he said wear, the rugs and products in our homes here. So that is something that is very he was going to do something, he did and in the larger environment we live in. important for both the leadership on it, and that is the way we have worked How many family members and friends have we lost to cancer? We deserve a system that our side and the leadership on the Re- through all of the issues. And we have requires screening of all chemicals to see if publican side to know, that we are will- had many issues. they cause cancer or other health problems. ing to do the hard work on the floor Just to inform the Senator, we are in How many more people must we lose before and willing to make sure that these a colloquy situation now until about we realize that having protections in just a kinds of issues that will arise as we 3:40. I think we have about 5 more min- few states isn’t good enough? We need a fed- move through this we can take care of. utes of the colloquy, and then Senator eral program that protects every person in Now, I want to say a little bit DAINES, who has arrived, is taking time this country. about—I am hoping Senator MANCHIN at about 3:40, unless we can persuade That was Bonnie Lautenberg testi- or Senator VITTER will arrive at some him to give us a minute or two more. fying before the Environment and Pub- point here because they have crucial So I thank the Senator for his good lic Works Committee. things they want to talk about. But work on this. He has really pulled long Earlier today, we also had a large people should understand that the and hard to get the bill to this point, number of groups, which I will talk Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976 is and we are ready to go; are we not? about in a little bit, and Bonnie Lau- there to protect American families, The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. tenberg came down once again and and it doesn’t. There are over 84,000 LANKFORD). The Senator from Lou- spoke eloquently about the need to get known chemicals and hundreds of new isiana. this done for our children and to have ones every year, and only 5 have been Mr. VITTER. Mr. President, abso- a tough cop on the beat who is going to regulated by the EPA—only 5 out of lutely we are ready to go, and I want to look out there, analyze these chemi- 84,000. join my friend and colleague Senator cals, and try to do the right thing when What is absolutely clear here is that UDALL. I want to join the chairman of it comes to that regulatory effort—at the American people want and deserve the committee, Senator JIM INHOFE, the same time, as Senator INHOFE said, a government that does its job to keep and urge all of us to come together, as working with the business community. families safe. That is why I rise today we have been doing over these many It has been great having Bonnie Lau- to urge support for the passage of the months, and actually pass a good solid tenberg work with us. I know she feels Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety bipartisan TSCA reform effort. so passionate about this, she picks up for the 21st Century Act. Senator VIT- It was over 2 years ago that I sat the phone from home and calls Sen- TER and I introduced this legislation down with the late Senator Frank Lau- ators and says: The bill is at this par- for one reason and one reason only—to tenberg of New Jersey in an attempt to ticular point. We need your help. Will fix our Nation’s broken chemical safety find compromise and work together on you take a look at it, and get with law. updating the drastically outdated your staff? Ever since the EPA lost a lawsuit in Toxic Substances Control Act, what we She has been quite an advocate in 1991, it hasn’t been able to regulate as- are talking about and sometimes terms of moving this legislation along. bestos, a known carcinogen. So that known as TSCA. Updating this law was Now, I just want to say a little bit was one of the key things that Senator a long-time goal and passion of about what happened earlier today be- Lautenberg knew a lot about. In 1991— Frank’s, as has been noted, and I am

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Please pen. Senator UDALL and I have worked tire- proceed. Reforming TSCA would establish lessly to ensure the bill substantively The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- much needed regulatory certainty for addresses the concerns of our fellow ator from West Virginia. the chemical industry, which directly Republican and Democratic colleagues Mr. MANCHIN. Mr. President, I rise and indirectly employs about 40,000 as well as concerns and ideas from in- today to speak about a bill that is long West Virginians and over 800,000 people dustry and the environmental and pub- past due—long past due—and one that, nationwide. When Senator Lautenberg lic health communities. in part, honors our dear colleague and met with Senator VITTER, he tough- If you need any evidence of this being my dear friend Frank Lautenberg. ened many of the most important pro- accomplished, look no further than the Anybody who served with Frank knew visions in the law, and Senator UDALL 60 bipartisan cosponsors of this bill—60 he served with compassion, and he had has taken up that effort and further bipartisan cosponsors—as well as en- a passion with that compassion that strengthened the bill. dorsements from groups ranging from was unbeatable. The bill we have before us includes the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the This is one of those pieces of legisla- increased States’ rights under preemp- National Association of Manufacturers, tion he had compassion for and the pas- tion. That was our hangup for a long the American Chemistry Council, the sion to get it done, and I think we can time. They worked through this, and I Environmental Defense Fund, the all agree the current Toxic Substances commend both of them for working March of Dimes, and the Humane Soci- Control Act, which we know as TSCA, through preemption and making sure ety. is inadequate and the law is long past that the States that have been out The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical due to be reformed. The Toxic Sub- front and doing things are not going to Safety for the 21st Century Act was stances Control Act has not been im- be harmed by this. That was never the created to balance the needs of the reg- proved in more than 30 years. intention. ulatory bodies, the chemical industry, I couldn’t believe that when Frank It ensures that doctors, first respond- and the affected stakeholders in an ef- explained to me the history of this ers, and government health and envi- fective and transparent way. Our bipar- piece of legislation. How this all came ronmental officials would have greater tisan legislation ensures that Ameri- about and how I became involved is access to confidential business infor- cans will have the certainty they de- that in 2013 I started talking to Sen- mation to guarantee that those poten- tially exposed to harmful chemicals serve that the EPA is overseeing the ator VITTER. He was working it dili- could receive the best possible treat- safety of chemicals in the marketplace gently, and he told me that Frank had always been on the frontline and cham- ment. without stifling industry’s success and Most importantly, it contains a safe- pioned this thing. So I went to Frank innovation. ty standard that, unlike current law, is That work has been a long time in to get his input, and he said: JOE, the based solely on human health and the coming, as many of my colleagues have time has come. We have to do some- environment and includes no cost-ben- noted, but it is here, and now we need thing. We have to move the ball for- efit analysis. to move forward. We have a moment of ward. It is not going to be a perfect Now let me get personal here. In my opportunity we need to act on, and I bill. I understand that. And to be hon- State we had Freedom Industry leak a urge all of us to come together here on est, I have never seen a perfect bill. So chemical called MCHM, used in the the floor and get this done now. In our we worked on it, but Frank was willing coal cleaning process in West Virginia. work in the Senate, these opportuni- to move it forward. We had no idea what effect this chem- ties don’t come a dime a dozen. They Here are the facts. In the 30 years ical had on humans. We had one plant, do not come every day. They are here that we have been talking about doing one intake on the Elk River that sup- before us right now, and so I urge all of nothing but talking about it, 80,000 plied about 300,000 homes with water. us to act. chemicals have been registered in the The whole valley was affected—every- We have virtually unanimous agree- United States—80,000 new chemicals body. Don’t drink it, don’t bathe in it, ment about a way to move this through have been registered—which many of don’t wash. We didn’t know what effect the Senate on an extremely short time us use every day. We use these un- it would have so all precautions were frame. The only issue is Senators BURR knowingly. Only 200 have undergone taken. It shut down a whole industry. and AYOTTE and their desire to have a EPA testing—only 200 out of 80,000. So It shut down the whole community— vote on a completely unrelated piece of Frank thought, very pragmatically, if the whole city, if you will. legislation. I am completely sympa- we can just move the ball, can we do In July of last year, I pushed the NIH thetic to their wanting a vote, but we 20,000 or 30,000 or 40,000 or 50,000 of and CDC to conduct further studies have an agreement otherwise to deal them? That is all we were trying to do, into the potential impacts of crude with TSCA on the floor in 2 hours and and he knew this. MCHM. We didn’t know. We had to move it through the Senate. So we There is not one person here who can push them, and we had to get every- must take up this opportunity in an ef- question Senator Lautenberg’s dedica- body onboard to tell us as quickly as fective, bipartisan and responsible way, tion to not only reforming the law but they could what effect it has on our hu- and I urge all of us to do that. also protecting the environment and mans and on our children. Does it have I look forward to doing that in the the health and safety of every Amer- any long-lasting effects? very near future, and I thank again ev- ican. This thing got a little bit nasty, The NIH’s National Toxicology Pro- erybody who has worked so tirelessly to the point where Frank, really sin- gram concluded their study into crude on this, including my lead Democratic cere about moving this forward, knew MCHM and indicated that no long-term partner in this effort, Senator TOM he had to take some steps. After 30 health effects should be expected for UDALL. years, I can tell you Frank Lautenberg residents who were impacted. That was With that, I yield the floor. knew exactly what he was doing. He great news, but it came long after a lot Mr. UDALL. I thank the Senator so knew exactly that he had to make of harm was done. much. As I have said, he has been a some adjustments to move the ball for- While I am thrilled with the findings, great partner to work with on this. He ward, and that is what we are here for. we shouldn’t have to wait more than 1 has always been a man of his word. Frank wanted to do that. year to get safety information on the Senator MANCHIN is now on the floor, So we had a long talk about that, and chemicals in question. This bill that we and I thought it would be good for him Frank said: Joe, try to move it if you are working on right now would re- to talk a bit about his involvement. I can. So we all got together, our staffs quire the EPA to systematically review

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Yes. state of our global security: ‘‘The you it could be better. Every bill that Mr. MANCHIN. You have worked United States has not faced a more di- we ever pass here could be better. But through that. All of our States that verse and complex array of crises since you have to start somewhere. Frank had concerns about that know they the end of the Second World War.’’ Lautenberg knew that. After 30 years, will not be usurped by preemption, The threats we face from Syria, Rus- he said: Listen, enough is enough. If that we will commence and you have to sia, China, and ISIS are too serious for Frank Lautenberg had been able and reduce your standards. our troops to lack the resources they we could have gotten this done 2, 3 Mr. UDALL. The key here is that need to protect and defend our Nation years later, my community, my States are going to be able to partici- from foreign threats. Yet the leader of State—300,000 residents out of 1.8 mil- pate much more. When we started with our troops, our Commander in Chief, lion—wouldn’t have been affected for 1 the original bill, we worked more to- has threatened to veto the bipartisan year with the uncertainty of what ef- wards having States participate. NDAA, which would fund our military fect it is going to have on them. I know that Senator DAINES has been priorities at the levels he requested. I do know that before I decide to vote very generous to us and shown us great This is the same foreign policy agenda for a bill, I ask myself three things. courtesy. We have run over our time. I that has become the hallmark of Presi- Will this improve the quality of life of am going to yield the floor, Senator dent Obama’s now famous ‘‘lead from my constituents? Is it better than the MANCHIN, unless you have something behind’’ strategy. status quo? And have we worked as else. Even former Democratic President hard as we can to preserve our core be- Mr. MANCHIN. I would like to recog- Jimmy Carter agrees. In fact, earlier liefs? For me, the Frank Lautenberg nize Mrs. Lautenberg here to observe this summer, President Carter was Chemical Safety for the 21st Century this historic moment. asked whether he thought President Act is a yes on all three. It is a win-win We are so happy to have you here, Obama’s foreign policy was a success or for all of us. Senator Lautenberg was Bonnie. I know that Frank would be failure on the world stage. Here is what an extremely smart legislator who proud of you, having fought the good President Carter replied: ‘‘I can’t think knew it was time to move past partisan fight that he fought forever. of many nations in the world where we politics and craft a bill that would fi- There is our good friend right there. have a better relationship now than we nally protect all Americans. This bill Mr. UDALL. Earlier, before the Sen- did when he took over.’’ does that. It does it in grand fashion. ator got here, this is what I showed ev- President Carter then continued: ‘‘I I think Senator VITTER summed it erybody, which is a picture of Frank would say that the United States’ in- up. We have a little bit of a jousting and his grandchildren. You know well fluence and prestige and respect in the going on, if you will. I understand it. I how he always talked about his grand- world is probably lower now than it sympathize with Senator BURR and children— was 6 or 7 years ago.’’ Senator AYOTTE in wanting to get a Mr. MANCHIN. God bless. This weekend the Washington Post’s piece of legislation that most of us—I Mr. UDALL. And how we were sup- editorial board criticized President think all of us—support. It may not be posed to legislate with grandchildren Obama for holding our troops ransom the right fit for it right now, and this in mind. for his domestic policy agenda. That bill should go as clean. As much work I wish to thank Senator DAINES for editorial said this: and as much time as has elapsed, this his courtesies. The Senator can count American Presidents rarely veto national bill should go clean. I truly believe on me and Senator MANCHIN to work defense authorization bills, since they are, that. with him on the Land and Water Con- well, vital to national security. . . . Refusing We are committed with our energy servation Fund. Senator MANCHIN is to sign this bill would make history, but not bill coming up, as we are with the from West Virginia, but I am from the in a good way. LWG—the land-water grant—and we West, like he is. I think we all believe It is a mistake for President Obama are going to be there. We are going to that should move forward. to use our troops for leverage. Our fight for that. But it should be done in I yield the floor. troops deserve better. The NDAA seeks a different format than what this piece The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- to provide our troops with the support of legislation is being done in and given ator from Montana. they deserve. It fully authorizes spend- how important this piece of legislation Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, Montana ing on defense programs at the Presi- is—the Frank Lautenberg legislation, has a rich legacy of service to our dent’s budget request level of $612 bil- which he worked so hard on and dedi- country. From maintaining our Na- lion for fiscal year 2016. It authorizes cated his life to. I want to make sure tion’s peace-through-strength strategy $75 million for the Southern Border Se- that we support this in the fashion that at Montana’s Malmstrom Air Force curity Initiative to help address chal- it should be. It is bipartisan. There are Base, where we oversee one-third of our lenges facing the U.S.-Mexican border. not too many things here that are bi- Nation’s intercontinental ballistic mis- It supports servicemembers beyond partisan. This is one moment that we siles, to our Army and Air National their years of sacrifice to our Nation should seize and move forward for all of Guard members’ work to support our by extending retirement benefits to the our constituents. communities in times of emergency vast majority of servicemembers left With that, I say to Senator UDALL, I and respond to calls for deployment out of the current system. It includes a commend you for the job you have overseas, Montana is playing a critical provision that mirrors my legislation, done and the work you have put into role in meeting our Nation’s security which I introduced, called the Securing this, and I know that Frank would be and military needs. Montanans know Military Personnel Response Firearm proud of you. firsthand the importance of supporting Initiative Act, or SEMPER FI Act, Mr. UDALL. I say to Senator our men and women in uniform. which empowers a member of the MANCHIN, I want to thank you too be- The National Defense Authorization Armed Forces to carry appropriate cause I know you have labored hard on Act is critical to ensuring servicemem- firearms, including personal firearms, this, and you helped the original co- bers have the funding and support they at DOD installations, reserve centers, sponsors get together and talk with need to fulfill their missions. The and recruiting centers. each other and help them find common NDAA prioritizes the needs of our serv- Additionally, this bill provides much- ground. With Senator VITTER here, we icemembers, while protecting the im- needed support for Montana’s military both believe we are going to have a portant role that Montana holds in our missions. There is $19.7 million for the couple of meetings now to try to move national defense. The passage of this Tactical Response Force Alert Facility

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It expresses the sense of get the economic growth that we need than we have had in the past 6 years. Congress that the nuclear triad plays a in this country and that we should These are huge effects, all to chase an- critical role in ensuring our national have coming out of a recession. other few tiny parts per billion of security and that it is the policy of the One of the very big reasons for this ozone. Five parts per billion is the United States to operate, sustain, and slow growth is due to all of the regula- equivalent of 5 seconds over 32 years. modernize or replace the triad and to tions that this administration has That is how small it is, but the costs operate and modernize or replace a ca- piled onto the backs of American fami- are enormous. pability to forward-deploy nuclear lies. Since 2009, this administration has Over the course of three days last weapons and dual-capable fighter come out with more than 2,500 new reg- week, three new regulations have been bomber aircraft. ulations. According to the American added. They will cost our economy bil- The heroes of our Nation serve our Action Forum, the total cost of all of lions of dollars at a time when the pri- country selflessly day in and day out, these new regulations—this new red vate-hiring pace is at its worst in 3 and they don’t deserve partisan poli- tape—is about $680 billion. That is years and the labor force shrinks. tics. It is unfortunate that critical ap- more than $2,100 for every man, We all agree that reasonable regula- propriations for our military and vet- woman, and child in America right tions make good sense. In the 1960s and erans were blocked in recent weeks. now. 1970s, regulations helped to clean up Today’s vote shows there is over- According to the World Bank, the pollution in our air, land, and water, whelming bipartisan support to fund United States is 46th in the world in but now Washington bureaucrats are terms of how easy it is to start a busi- our troops. Given this, it is senseless chasing after smaller and smaller trace ness. Is 46th in the world good enough? that partisan politics continue to block amounts of chemicals no matter what Maybe it is good enough for President funding for our troops. the cost, how high the cost, or how in- I urge our Democratic Senators to Obama, but I don’t think it is good significant the benefits. put politics aside. Let’s do what is enough for the American people. All of The EPA issued one rule that I found right. Join me in supporting the De- these regulations make it very tough hard to believe. I thought it was a mis- for someone to start a business right partment of Defense appropriations print, but it is not. They issued one now. It is also tough for existing busi- rule that would cost $9.6 billion per bill. Our heroes deserve our utmost re- nesses to create new jobs. year to administer. spect and the security to carry out Last week, the energy company What are the benefits? Only $4 mil- their missions without threats—with- Royal Dutch Shell announced that it lion. I thought they had misspelled and out threats from our Commander in was going to suspend drilling for oil off misplaced the ‘‘b’’ and the ‘‘m,’’ but, Chief. Congress has a constitutional the coast of Alaska. They said one of no. It will cost $9.6 billion and will duty to provide for the funding of our the reasons was ‘‘the challenging and produce only $4 million in direct bene- troops. This body needs to uphold that unpredictable federal regulatory envi- fits. That is as much as $2,400 in costs responsibility. Let’s do what is right. ronment in offshore Alaska.’’ Too for every $1 in benefits. How can they Let’s pass the National Defense Au- much regulation is making it too dif- do this? I am talking about direct ben- thorization Act. ficult to produce the American energy efits. I yield back my time. and American jobs that we need. The EPA tried to say: Well, there are I suggest the absence of a quorum. Unelected, unaccountable Wash- all sorts of what they called ancillary The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ington bureaucrats have been having a benefits. Who gets to decide how much clerk will call the roll. field day at the expense of our econ- these are worth? Apparently the The bill clerk proceeded to call the omy. As the Obama administration Obama administration says that it roll. runs down, it is in a race to get even does. It is no surprise that this admin- Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I ask more rules on the books. istration cooks up an imaginary num- unanimous consent that the order for Just last week the administration ber for those theoretical benefits—not the quorum call be rescinded. announced three big new regulations. direct benefits, but their ‘‘ancillary’’ The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. On Tuesday, the EPA finalized a rule benefits, and they say it is big enough FLAKE). Without objection, it is so or- on oil refineries. It is going to require to balance the very real costs that dered. refineries to install new equipment and American families feel. THE ECONOMY AND EPA REGULATIONS spend more money on something other It is all a way to justify these ridicu- Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, last than creating jobs and paying higher lous rules that destroy jobs, restrict Friday the Obama administration re- wages to their workers. It is estimated freedom, and do very little good for leased the latest numbers on unem- that the rule could cost up to $1 billion Americans. It is Washington and this ployment and jobs, and once again, the and provide very little in the way of administration run amok. numbers were grim. Experts predicted health benefits. Is the Obama administration trying that our economy would create 200,000 On Wednesday, the EPA finalized to make sure our economy continues to new jobs in September. Instead, they more limits on coal, gas, and nuclear limp along as it has for the past 61⁄2 fell woefully short. There were only powerplants. Just like Tuesday’s rule, years? Is that what they want? 140,000 jobs, so they were about 60,000 this one will cost another one-half bil- In 1972, the Clean Water Act was jobs short. That is a big miss. It is no- lion dollars a year. The rule sets the meant to protect navigable waters. It where near as many jobs as America’s unacceptable amounts of some emis- was reasonable. We want to protect our families need now. sions at zero. navigable waters. Today the adminis- Here is how Investor’s Business Daily Finally, on Thursday the EPA re- tration has a new water rule called put it in a headline on Monday, Octo- leased a new limit on ozone in the air. waters of the United States. It is going ber 5, ‘‘Private Hiring Pace Is Worst In The limit was 75 parts per billion, and to give Washington bureaucrats con- 3 Years; Labor Force Shrinks.’’ Wages they cut it to 70 parts per billion. This trol over everything from irrigation have gone almost nowhere for 6 years. is a tiny change—we are talking about ditches to small natural ponds in some- They actually declined in September. parts per billion—but that tiny change one’s backyard. This is unreasonable. We have had 74 straight months with is going to cost more than $2 billion a Where does it end? Bipartisan majori- wage growth below 2 and a 1⁄2 percent. year once the rule is in full effect. ties in the Congress already say it Before the recession, we routinely had Huge chunks of the country are going needs to end now. 3 percent growth month after month, to have to adjust to meet the new I have introduced a bill that would but President Obama seems to be satis- standard, and the benefit is minuscule. direct the Obama administration to

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We are working hard to do things the Amer- ber REED, the two leaders of the Armed telling the Obama administration that ican people sent us to Washington to Services Committee who did such a enough is enough. do. We passed a budget. It hasn’t hap- good job moving that bill forward. Republicans are also ready to take on pened in years. We passed appropria- Once again, it started with such great some of these other outrageous rules tions bills through regular order, bipartisan promise. It moved out of such as the extreme new restrictions Democrats and Republicans, bringing committee 22 to 4, very bipartisan. on powerplants. That is what Congress amendments to the floor of the Senate, Then it came to the Senate floor for a is going to be doing to stop the insan- voting again. One of the things we have vote a few months ago, the NDAA, the ity of these out-of-control regulations been doing—and it happened today—is Defense authorization bill; 71 Senators, and out-of-control regulators. We need we are prioritizing where they want us incredibly bipartisan, moved forward to cut through the redtape. to prioritize. Our national defense, and voted for that bill. Then it went to Americans want to get back to work. which is probably the most important a conference with the House where it They want to get our economy going role we have in this body—our troops, was improved. It all seemed to be on again. Congress needs to help them do our veterans. track to bring this bill back to the it because this administration cer- So we are making progress, but floor of the Senate and to vote on mov- tainly is not. The Obama administra- progress is halting. It is never a ing forward on the conference report. What happened? That is great bipar- tion basically needs to get out of the straight line. For some reason—and we tisan progress. We are changing things. way. saw it over the last couple of weeks—a We are making things happen. The Mr. President, I yield the floor. lot of our colleagues on the other side President of the United States has I suggest the absence of a quorum. of the aisle didn’t want to fund the since said he is going to veto the bill. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The government, particularly in terms of He is going to veto the bill—veto the clerk will call the roll. these critical issues of our troops, in- National Defense Authorization Act. The bill clerk proceeded to call the cluding our national defense and tak- Once again—and I am not sure, tak- roll. ing care of our veterans—and again we ing orders from the White House or Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. President, I ask saw that over the last couple of weeks. not—the minority leader came to the unanimous consent that the order for Two critical appropriations bills floor and told the American people this the quorum call be rescinded. moved to the Senate floor. There was morning he would work with the Presi- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the Defense appropriations bill, which dent to sustain that veto, to sustain objection, it is so ordered. again passed out of the Appropriations the veto of our Defense bill. What a dis- Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. President, I wish Committee by huge bipartisan num- appointment. We have this huge bipar- to speak this afternoon on a very im- bers: 27 to 3. There was huge bipartisan tisan progress. When given the clear portant vote that we took today to support for that bill. Then we had the choice between standing with our move forward on the Defense author- Military Construction and Veterans Af- troops and our veterans or the Presi- ization bill. I thought I would start by fairs appropriations bill, which passed dent, who says he is going to veto this backing up a little bit. out of committee 21 to 9. It had huge bill for reasons I still don’t understand, Last week we had the opportunity to bipartisan support. Why? Because the the minority leader is choosing the vote on and talk about funding for our American people want us to focus on President. veterans and our troops. In addition to these critical issues: national defense, I am honored to sit on the Armed the Defense authorization bill that we our troops, taking care of our veterans. Services Committee of the Senate as voted on today to proceed to that, the So we are moving forward. well as the Veterans’ Affairs Com- votes we took last week were very im- The budget, appropriations bills that mittee. As I said in remarks last week portant. They were very important to we voted on that haven’t been voted on on the Senate floor, these are two of the country and certainly very impor- for years—bipartisan, prioritizing what the most bipartisan committees we tant to my State—the great State of the American people want. But then have. It is clear to me that every mem- Alaska—which has a huge military these appropriations bills, which pro- ber—Democratic, Republican—of these presence, but also to our huge veteran vide funding for our vets, funding for committees cares about our troops, re- population. We have probably the high- our troops, came to the floor, and spects our troops, cares deeply about est number of veterans per capita than progress stopped. I still don’t under- our national security. I believe every any State in the Union. stand why. When asked by constitu- Member of this body does. Once again, I am honored to have a good friend of ents: Why did the other side vote to we saw that today. We saw that today. mine, Representative Bob Herron, the move these bills out of committee in There was no filibuster. Seventy-three majority whip in the Alaska House. He such a bipartisan way, but then when Senators voted to move forward on the is in the Gallery today. He is also a they got to the floor, they stopped, Defense appropriations bill. It was 71 marine. So he represents not only Alas- they filibustered, no spending for our before and today it was 73—an impor- ka in our State Government but Alas- troops or for our vets, I don’t know the tant bipartisan victory for our national ka as a veteran, as a fellow marine. answer. I have asked. My constituents defense, for our veterans, for our The American people want the Sen- are asking. Directions from the White troops, but a Presidential veto still ate to be working again. We all know House? Who knows. But I do think it is hangs out there. The President’s veto the country has huge challenges. I wish clear to me, I think it is clear to most threat still is like a cloud hanging over to speak about some national foreign Americans, and I even think it is clear this very important vote today. policy challenges. We have a huge debt: to all of the Members of this body that I mentioned at the outset that this is $8 trillion. I think we are close to $19 when those bills were filibustered over very important for my State, the great trillion. We got downgraded in terms of the last 2 weeks, that our troops and State of Alaska. This is important for our credit rating for the first time in our veterans were shortchanged be- the national security of our Nation, American history. We can’t grow the cause we are voting to defund them. and this is important for all of us. It is economy. We have huge challenges. That is what the filibuster did; it important to me. As a veteran and a For years the Senate was not work- defunded our troops and our veterans. marine in the Reserves, I know this is ing. It was not moving forward. Some So I have to admit that when we a critically important issue. If he is would have called it dysfunctional. No were getting ready to vote today, I going to veto this bill, I don’t know regular order, no amendments, no feared a repeat performance on prob- how the Commander in Chief will ex- budget, no appropriations bills; a ably one of the most important bills we plain to the American people and our

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:14 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G06OC6.039 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7147 troops why he is doing this. There have The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- or the maturity to responsibly use been only four times in the last 53 ator from Connecticut. guns nonetheless have access to them years that the NDAA has been vetoed. GUN VIOLENCE and use them for deadly purposes. Providing the common defense of this Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, Let’s be very clear. The Second Nation, the national defense, is prob- what we saw in Roseburg last week was Amendment is a guarantee under our ably our most important duty. And a repeat of the evil we have seen in Constitution to law-abiding citizens that duty increases when you look countless places across the country, that they can use guns for lawful pur- around the world and see the threats causing tens of thousands of deaths in poses, whether recreational or hunting, that are emerging in different parts of towns and cities and suburbs and rural that they can possess as many as they the world—the Middle East, Ukraine, areas across this country. please, and the vast majority of them the Asian Pacific, the Arctic. Evil visited Roseburg. We saw the support measures that will keep guns Mr. President, to govern is to choose. worst of human character in those mo- out of the hands of dangerous people. To govern is to prioritize. The Presi- ments of mass killing. We saw also the Keeping guns out of the hands of dan- dent’s administration spent years ne- best in human character in the re- gerous people is the reason we have ad- gotiating a nuclear deal with Iran, and sponse from the firemen, police, and vanced commonsense, sensible meas- this body spent weeks debating the emergency responders who risked their ures to stop gun violence, and the fail- merits of the President’s Iran deal. lives and saved lives. ure to adopt them has made Congress That deal and what we debated then When the sound of gunshots rang out complicit—in effect an aider and abet- needs to be put in the context of the that morning, my own recollection was tor to those deaths—because Congress President’s veto threat to the Defense triggered of a morning just a few years has enabled the continuation of death authorization bill. earlier when I stood with the parents and destruction that has become a fact Let me give a few examples. and loved ones on that day of the mass of life in America, a disgraceful and The President’s Iran deal will give slaughter in Sandy Hook in Newtown. shameful emblem of Congress’s failure billions—tens of billions—in the lifting My thoughts and prayers are with to act. There is a point when inaction of sanctions to Iran, the world’s largest the people of Roseburg, with the vic- causes culpability, when it becomes, in state sponsor of terrorism, but the tims and their loved ones. I know that effect, aiding and abetting and com- President threatens to veto a bill that nothing said here—certainly nothing I plicity. Congress in some ways might will fund our military. can say—will help mend those wounds just as well be standing at the elbows The President’s Iran deal lifts sanc- and ease the grief and pain of those of those shooters, whether in Charles- tions on Iranian military members loved ones for the great lives lost and ton or Roseburg or Sandy Hook or else- such as General Soleimani, who lit- the many left behind. where. erally is responsible for the maiming I am frustrated and angry coming Regret and grief are appropriate, but and killing of thousands of American here today because the places of those they are no solution. They are no ex- troops, but the President’s veto—his mass killings have become shorthand cuse for inaction. Inaction is reprehen- threatened veto—would stop payment for a deep disease, an epidemic of vio- sible when it comes to gun violence— of bonuses and improved military re- lence in America today—Virginia Tech, an epidemic and disease spreading in tirement benefits to our troops and Columbine, Charleston, Sandy Hook, this country just as surely as a con- veterans. Newtown, and now Roseburg. They are tagion or infection. The inaction of this body speaks louder than words. The President’s Iran deal gives access shorthand for mass slaughters which My simple reaction is, enough— to the Iranians by lifting sanctions on have occurred at the rate of about one enough of inaction. The time for action conventional weapons, ballistic mis- a week while President Obama has is now on universal background checks, siles, and advanced nuclear cen- been in office. There have been 142 a ban on illegal trafficking and straw trifuges, but the President threatens to school shootings since Newtown alone. purchases, a prohibition on assault veto in this bill advanced weapons sys- There are 30,000 deaths per year in weapons and high-capacity magazines, tems for the United States. America, the greatest, strongest coun- as well as mental health initiatives and The President’s Iran deal gives the try in the history of the world. school safety measures. This kind of opportunity for terrorist groups sup- The mass killings are not even the comprehensive package of reforms has ported by Iran such as Hezbollah and source of the largest numbers. They been proposed. This body failed to Hamas to have further funding for are individual deaths, such as that of adopt it, but that is no excuse for inac- their terrorist activities, but the Presi- Javier Martinez, a young man from tion now. dent threatens to veto a bill that pro- New Haven with an enormously bright There is no one measure, no single vides additional funding and resources and promising future. When I visited solution, no panacea, no simple fix to and capability for our troops to defeat his school after he was killed by a gun this problem, but we must begin be- ISIS. because he was in the wrong place at cause laws have consequences. I refuse To govern is to choose. To govern is the wrong time, his classmates asked to adopt the defeatist or denial ap- to prioritize. As we move forward on me to talk about gun violence—not as proach of many of our colleagues who the substance of the national defense an abstract notion but as a real threat say the laws simply will not work, can- authorization bill, we are choosing and to them and their community. not do anything, will not solve the prioritizing our troops and our na- It is a phenomenon that faces every problem. tional defense, and that is why this community every day, everywhere, and We are here because we believe laws vote was so positive this morning. I everyone. All of us are touched by it if can improve the lives of ordinary hope we can have at least 73 Senators, we think about it, if we put aside the Americans, no less so when it comes to who voted to move forward today, vote denial that all too often affects us, a gun violence or any other problem we to pass the NDAA and put it on the denial that causes people to minimize face. In fact, we ought to approach this President’s desk for his signature. But the threat. We all are victims or we issue of gun violence with the same ur- if the President chooses to veto this know victims or we know of the tragic gency and immediacy that America critical piece of legislation, which has consequences of real stories in our would in attempting to solve any pub- enormous bipartisan support, at this community as a result of gun violence. lic health crisis because surely we face moment in time when our country The deaths in Roseburg are tragic, a public health crisis and emergency in faces serious international threats, I but no less tragic was Javier Martinez’ gun violence. hope that my colleagues—the 73 Sen- death, nor are the gun deaths that When there is a spread of a con- ators who voted to move forward on occur in situations that involve domes- tagious disease, whether it is flu, tu- this critical piece of legislation—will tic violence, gangs, fights between in- berculosis, or Ebola, we track the also stand strong and vote to override dividuals, accidents, and suicides—a source, hospitalize the victims, take the veto of the President, which is ex- major source of death by gun vio- remedial action, admit them to treat- actly what our troops and the Amer- lence—and countless other cir- ment, and take preventive measures to ican people would want us to do. cumstances where people who are dan- prevent that kind of disease from re- Mr. President, I yield the floor. gerous or who lack the mental health curring. When there is a spread of food

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We have become ures to stop it from recurring by im- would be ‘‘well worth making it the evangelical in our belief that this mass posing sanitary conditions and rules law of the land because there would be slaughter has to stop. On Friday we all and regulations on the food producer. a lot fewer families facing anniver- stopped for a moment and we sent our Infections, contagion, and spread of saries such as the Bradys and the Rea- sympathies to those who were killed in disease can be deadly and crippling; gan’s faced every March 30th.’’ That Portland: Lucero Alcaraz, Treven Tay- they can threaten fear and harm and bill, the Brady Handgun Violence Pre- lor Anspach, Rebecka Ann Carnes, cause panic. Gun violence is exactly vention Act, became law in 1993 with Quinn Glen Cooper, Kim Dietz, Lucas the same. It is equally insidious and his support 12 years after that near as- Eibel, Jason Dale Johnson, Lawrence pernicious, and its impact is greater sassination. Levine—he was the assistant professor than any of those single epidemics. The Both Stockton and the Reagan near there—and Sarena Dawn Moore. spread of stolen guns—guns that are assassination show that these meas- Mr. President, 274 days this year and stolen or illegally purchased—is much ures are possible. It may look like a 294 mass shootings. We are averaging like a disease in America today, and marathon. It is never a sprint. It is not one mass shooting—multiple people the ones who will testify to that fact only possible, it is obligatory. being shot at one particular moment— are our law enforcement authorities I look forward to a number of my col- more mass shootings than we have who see it firsthand and are on our side leagues and myself—and I note that a days in the year. in urging responsible, commonsense partner in this effort has been my col- Of course, for us, this shooting and measures and reform. the information that came out in the When this Nation faced, in effect, an league Senator MURPHY, who will fol- low me shortly—I look forward to all of aftermath of it was particularly epidemic of car deaths and injuries, we chilling because we have seen this us coming together and spearheading didn’t stop everyone from driving, but young man before. The young man, and championing again a set of reforms we did put in place reasonable safe- Christopher Harper-Mercer, was iso- that will help make America safer and guards—seatbelt laws, drunk driving lated, withdrawn, and obsessed with better. The time for action is truly measures, and speed limits—and we en- guns. His family had many of them. He now. This public health emergency forced them. They were resisted at the had rebuffed attempts at socialization cannot go unaddressed. The gap in our time. Drunk driving measures caused by his family. He had grievances that current laws can be remedied. outrage among some civil libertarians, he mainly shared with himself. He I have already offered the Lori Jack- but now they are part of our everyday eventually turned those grievances on son Violence Survivor Protection Act, expectations about how life will work nine people who died and about an a bill named for a brave Connecticut in America, and they have drastically equal number who were injured. reduced auto fatalities and injuries. mother of two children who was es- We know that story because we saw The recognition of the damage and de- tranged from her husband, fled her it play out in Connecticut as well—a struction that has been caused by auto- home for her life, obtained a temporary mentally ill individual, a young man mobiles means that we educate and we restraining order for her and her chil- who became isolated from his friends, take commonsense, responsible meas- dren’s protection, and then was gunned his community, and his family, who ures. down by her estranged husband because had a rather large store of weapons, Much of the knowledge that led to the temporary protective order did not and who then took out his frustration those commonsense, sensible measures require him to surrender his weapon— and his outrage on 20 little kids at came from research—yes, knowledge. It a gap in the law that must be rem- Sandy Hook Elementary. was fact-based, evidence-driven re- edied. That bill would do so. But I guess to me what is definitional search done by the Centers for Disease This bill is modest. My bill would about this scourge of mass violence is Control and Prevention. Like many of close this loophole requiring protective not necessarily what happened on Fri- my colleagues, I am dismayed by the orders, whether temporary or perma- day but what happened the day after, fact that similar, incredibly valuable nent, to require the surrendering of on Saturday. On Saturday there were public health data about gun control weapons. Women who are victims of do- likely another 80 people killed by guns from this world-class institution is un- mestic violence are at the greatest all across the country. That is about available to us because of the restric- risk. Women who are victims of this in- the number we run every single day. tive, politically motivated budget rid- sidious peril are most in danger when Every day there are a handful of excep- ers forbidding it. It is unconscionable they first leave or try to leave. That is tional stories, stories that make your that Congress’s response to this prob- when the temporary order is, in effect, heart turn, that make your gut cringe. lem is denial, shutting out research most necessary, the danger at its On Saturday there was an 11-year-old and responsible, fact-based evidence in- greatest but the law at its weakest in boy who confronted his 8-year-old volving the provision of information. stopping gun violence. neighbor in Tennessee over the fact This country knows how to respond We are on the right side of history. that she would not let him play with to a public health crisis. We are Amer- We are on the right side of law enforce- her pet bunny. When she protested and ica. We face the challenges; we don’t ment. We are on the right side of public said she did not want him to play with deny or disparage the truth tellers. opinion. The overwhelming majority of it, he marched back into his house, got After the Stockton schoolyard shoot- Americans clearly favor these kinds of a shotgun, walked back over to her, ing in California where 34 children were measures and the overwhelming major- and shot her with a shotgun. How on shot and 5 killed, President George ity of gun owners too. If history is on Earth did an 11-year-old boy get that H.W. Bush issued an Executive order in our side, we must be on the right side quick access to a shotgun? How on 1989 banning the import of semiauto- of this issue. Earth have we gotten into a moment in matic assault rifles. There were re- I urge my colleagues to join me in which a dispute over whether you can peated circumventions of that order. this effort to keep faith with the vic- hold a little pet bunny turns into a Part of the response was, in 1994, a tims of Newtown and Sandy Hook, to murder? measure authored by Senator FEIN- demonstrate that our grief and regret What I can tell you is that I guar- STEIN—our great colleague—banning is more than just words, that it will antee that scene does not play out in the manufacture and transfer of as- lead to action. The time for action is other countries in this world, that 11- sault weapons and high-capacity maga- now. year-old boys don’t shoot 8-year-old zines. That measure expired, but it I yield the floor. girls with shotguns in Sweden or Japan shows how we can act and how we can The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- or in Great Britain. We know that be- face challenges. ator from Connecticut. cause what is happening here in the

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We just think there should be a acting as if there isn’t an epidemic of not 5 times, it is not 10 times, it is 20 simple premise. If you can’t pass a preventable murder happening in this times the average of our first-world background check, you shouldn’t be Nation and that it is getting worse. competitor nations. We have to ask able to get a gun—getting a green light Somebody wrote last week that the ourselves, what is different about the to walk out of a store with a weapon gun control debate ended the day after United States? What is different about that can kill people. Sandy Hook because that was the day life here, the way in which we resolve But that is just one brick in the wall. America decided it was OK to murder disputes, from all of these other na- There are a series of other measures 20 first graders. I know that is not the tions that have gun violence, gun death that enjoy 90 percent support in this message my colleagues are intending rates that are 20 times lower than the country, whether it be making sure to send, and we appreciate all of the United States? people who are subject to spousal re- sincere notes of sympathy that have Let’s be honest about one thing. It is straining orders cannot buy a gun dur- been sent over the course of the last 2 not that the United States has higher ing the period of time in which they years, 3 years, to Newtown and those rates of mental illness than other are under a restraining order or just that went out on Friday to Oregon, but countries. It is not that our mental expanding background checks to gun words are beginning to become mean- health delivery system spends less than shows and Internet sales or just giving ingless. The tweets aren’t helping. I other countries. There is no more men- more resources to the background would argue they are becoming a cover tal illness in the United States than check system so they can make sure for cowardice. there is in any other industrialized they upload the proper records. Mental It is not a coincidence that America country. Some studies will tell you health is part of the solution. It is not has a gun violence rate that is 20 times that we spend more on mental illness a substitute for the reform of our gun that of any other competitor nation. treatment and behavioral health treat- laws, but it is part of a solution as We are doing something wrong here ment than any other country. Yet gun well. and the whole reason we draw our pay- deaths are 20 times what they are in I am proud to join with Senator CAS- checks is to make wrong things right. other countries. It is not because we SIDY to introduce the primary com- If we cannot do something—a back- lack for protection. Our malls and our prehensive mental health reform legis- ground check law, a mental health bill, churches and our movie theatres are lation on the floor of the Senate. It has more resources for law enforcement—if not any less protected or less secure 10 cosponsors at this moment: five Re- we cannot do anything to try to stop than those in other countries. We in- publicans and five Democrats. We this soul-crushing, life-extinguishing vest in law enforcement at a same or think you should fix the mental health violence, then we might as well go greater rate than all of these other na- system because it is broken, full stop, home. tions. What is different? What is dif- but we also understand it will have a I yield the floor. ferent here in this country? What is downward effect on gun violence. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- different is that we are awash in guns. I wish to close by echoing the senti- ator from Hawaii. We are awash in illegal guns. We cele- ments of Senator BLUMENTHAL. We are Ms. HIRONO. Mr. President, before I brate weapons that are designed exclu- going to introduce our legislation to- begin my remarks on the Land and sively to kill other people, and we col- morrow, and we are hopeful it will be Water Conservation Fund, I wish to as- lect them and show them off for sport, taken up by this body. sociate myself with the remarks of my military-style assault weapons, car- What we really worry about is that colleague Senator MURPHY regarding tridges, drums of ammunition that this silence from Congress has become the responsibility—our responsibility— hold 100 rounds, whose utility is only complicit. I know that sounds like a to deal with the issue of gun violence associated with ending life. That is very hard thing to say—that sounds in our country. what is different. That is what is dif- very hyperbolic—but let me walk you ferent about the United States. through why I have come to believe LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND I will admit that the solution is com- that the failure to act in the wake of Mr. President, I wish to turn to an- prehensive because I will be the last these mass shootings has made us other subject. I wish to talk about the person to tell you that fixing our men- complicit in them. I think these young Land and Water Conservation Fund or tal health system will not have a bene- men—and it is not all young men, but the LWCF as it is commonly known. ficial effect on the rates of gun vio- it is mostly young men—these young Last week, at the end of the fiscal lence. Adam Lanza and Christopher men whose minds are becoming un- year, the LWCF authorization expired. Harper-Mercer were deeply troubled in- hinged and are contemplating mass vi- The LWCF is one of the Federal Gov- dividuals who were ill-served by a be- olence, they take cues from the total, ernment’s best tools for supporting havioral health system that was far complete, absolute silence from Con- conservation, and we need to act quick- too opaque and complex for them. Law gress in the face of mass shooting, ly to renew the law. As cities grow, enforcement needs more help on the after a mass shooting. If the Nation’s suburbs swell, and our natural world streets of New Haven and New York top elected leaders, the people charged shrinks, the need for more opportuni- and Chicago and Los Angeles. All those with deciding what matters in this Na- ties for outdoor recreation and edu- things will help. But what distin- tion, don’t even try to stop the mass cation grows. guishes America from the other parts carnage, then these would-be shooters The LWCF helps expand those oppor- of the world that have much lower reasonably conclude that we must be tunities: opportunities for our vet- rates on gun violence is not investment OK with it because if a society doesn’t erans, our children, and our families. in law enforcement and is not our rate condone settling a grievance with a For example, we have heard from vet- of mental illness. So we have to have gun, wouldn’t the people in charge of it erans who shared the therapeutic value this conversation about our laws that at least try to stop it. of our public lands. allow for this flow of high-powered But we don’t try—and that is what is When Matthew Zedwick served in guns and illegal guns onto the street. most offensive. That is what truly Iraq, he was comforted by memories of Senator BLUMENTHAL and I are going turns my stomach. We just lived hiking and fishing on public lands in to join together tomorrow to introduce through a summer in which 4,000 people his Oregon hometown. Since coming what we think is a modest measure to died on the streets of this Nation, and home to Oregon, he has found that vis- ensure that no guns get sold to people this body is sending a loud, clear signal iting many of the trails, lakes, and who cannot pass a background check. that we don’t care—we don’t care. Nine streams that are protected by the Walmart does it today. They say: We more people died on Friday—another LWCF helped him heal.

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Through these kinds of ex- ences they have had in the outdoors sale of a used car with a defective periences in our national parks, these with their families. item? It defies common sense. fourth graders will, we hope, grow into We all recognize the opportunities This is what it is: What is the eco- having a lifelong appreciation of our that LWCF investments provide for our nomic interest versus what is the safe- environment. people, our economies, and future gen- ty interest—the economic interest of Finally, millions of families looking erations. We know oil and gas drilling the used car salesman versus the safety for a weekend getaway flock to our is accelerating climate change. We interest of the consuming public that parks, refuges, and wildlife reserves, know climate change is threatening would buy that used car? I hope the na- areas that are afforded protection our native birds, our coasts, and our tional association will reconsider. This thanks to the LWCF. coral. Why not reauthorize a fund that is an argument that cannot stand on Despite being chronically under- takes money from activities that all fours that they are making—that funded, over the past 50 years the threaten our climate and environment they comply with the sale of new cars LWCF protected and conserved land in and invests it into conservation ef- but they don’t want to comply with the every single State. Rather than relying forts? It seems like a no-brainer to me. sale of used cars. on taxpayers, money for the fund Earlier this year, I joined Ranking What we ought to be looking out for comes from oil and gas development on Member CANTWELL and my fellow in light of all of these revelations of all the Outer Continental Shelf. Unfortu- Democratic colleagues on the Energy of the defective automobiles—look nately, without renewing the LWCF, and Natural Resources Committee in what happened with General Motors conservation efforts across the country introducing legislation that would per- and the ignition. Look what has hap- are at risk, including in Hawaii. manently reauthorize LWCF—perma- pened to Toyota and Honda with the Hawaii’s environment is unique. I am nently so that it will not end. Takata airbags. By the way, in airbags sure my colleagues are aware of our I urge my colleagues to join us in we are talking some 20 million recalls beautiful beaches, lush greenery, and finding a bipartisan path forward to worldwide. It is huge. If we are going to spectacular geography. For all its permanently reauthorize the common- protect the consuming public, we ought beauty, Hawaii’s environment is also sense fund that protects the environ- to make sure that recall items are fragile. One-third of our native forest ment and affords outdoor recreation taken care of before those vehicles are birds are endangered, and we are home and education opportunities in every sold. to almost half of the Nation’s threat- single State. We owe it to the people I yield the floor. ened and endangered plants, making us who elected us, and we owe it to our Mr. President, I suggest the absence in Hawaii the endangered species cap- children and our future generations. of a quorum. ital of the world. Our coasts and beach- I yield back the remainder of my The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. es are being threatened as we speak by time. SASSE). The clerk will call the roll. sea level rise. Our corals are expected I suggest the absence of a quorum. The legislative clerk proceeded to to suffer the worst bleaching event in The PRESIDING OFFICER. The call the roll. history this year—this coming on the clerk will call the roll. Mr. FLAKE. Mr. President, I ask heels of a major bleaching event that The senior assistant legislative clerk unanimous consent that the order for happened just last year. All of these proceeded to call the roll. the quorum call be rescinded. phenomena impact our economy and Mr. NELSON. Mr. President, I ask The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without way of life. We know what is at stake unanimous consent that the order for objection, it is so ordered. if we do not act today to protect our the quorum call be rescinded. Mr. FLAKE. Mr. President, I wish to lands for tomorrow. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without highlight a few items that are in the That is why my State put together a objection, it is so ordered. NDAA conference report authorization collaborative landscape proposal to re- SELLING USED CARS ON THE RECALL LIST that we are considering this week. In ceive LWCF money. This proposal is Mr. NELSON. Mr. President, would April of this year, my office came entitled ‘‘Island Forests at Risk,’’ an the Chair like to buy a used car from a across a $115,000 marketing contract appropriate title as we are seeing first- used car dealer that was on the recall with the New York Jets and some other hand how the future of our forests is list because it had a defective Takata teams. But the contract with the New indeed at risk. The Obama administra- airbag in the steering wheel; so that if York Jets showed that the weekly tion recognized the importance of this you had a fender-bender and it sud- hometown hero tribute was actually proposal to conserving Hawaii’s unique denly exploded, it might send shrapnel paid for by the taxpayers. A resulting ecosystems. Thanks to this recogni- into your face and into your jugular in investigation found that other tax- tion, a number of the island forests at your neck. The answer is obviously, no; payer-funded tributes were not just risk land acquisitions are in line to re- that you would not want to buy such a with the Jets or with the NFL but ex- ceive LWCF funding in the next fiscal used car. Well, to the credit of a major tended to other sports leagues, as well year. Under the plan, almost 5,000 acres used car dealer, as well as new car deal- as the NCAA. We don’t need this kind will be added to Hawaii’s volcano na- er, AutoNation, headquartered in Flor- of paid-for patriotism. tional parks, Hawaii’s most popular na- ida but with hundreds and hundreds of I wish to note that many in the NFL, tional park that in 2014 alone attracted dealerships all over the country, they many teams, and others of our sports almost 1.7 million visitors. have set as company policy that they teams and other leagues do this out of Funds will also help add almost 7,000 will not sell a used car on the recall the goodness of their heart. It is what acres to help allow Hakalau National list for defective products until that re- it looks like. But in many instances, Wildlife Refuge, a land acquisition that call problem has been corrected. these salutes to the troops have been has been the top priority for the U.S. All dealers do this with regard to new paid for by the taxpayer. That needs to Fish and Wildlife Service Pacific Re- cars because it is the law. In fact, in end. That is why I joined Senator gion since 2011. These critical land ac- the highway bill we passed a couple of MCCAIN and Senator BLUMENTHAL in quisitions have a pricetag of almost $15 months ago we put in an additional adding an amendment to the NDAA million, and these acquisitions will provision, which if you are a rental car that will bring an end to these tax- only be made possible by the financial company such as Avis, National, and so payer-funded salutes to the troops. assistance provided by the LWCF. forth, you cannot rent to a customer if This amendment also encourages Hawaii is not the only State that is it has a recall on that vehicle until the sports organizations that have accept- set to receive money from the Land recall item is fixed. That just makes ed these funds to consider making a and Water Conservation Fund next common sense. You certainly wouldn’t contribution to a charity that supports

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In a 2013 New York Times op-ed, they can show that the money that Yes, I said ‘‘and Republicans.’’ Out- former Republican EPA Administra- they are spending in this regard actu- side this Chamber, Republicans are tors Bill Ruckelshaus, Christine Todd ally contributes towards their mar- calling for action on climate. The poll Whitman, Lee Thomas, and William keting goals or towards their recruit- out last week, conducted by three lead- Reilly wrote: ‘‘A market-based ap- ment goals. ing Republican pollsters, showed a ma- proach, like a carbon tax, would be the These results have to be reported to jority of Republican voters, including best path to reducing greenhouse-gas both the House and the Senate. That is 54 percent of conservative Republicans, emissions.’’ a good thing. I want to thank the Pen- agreeing that the climate is changing Republicans in Congress are being tagon, especially Undersecretary of De- and that human activity contributes to squeezed. On one side they see un- fense Brad Carson and his staff, for the changes we are all seeing. equivocal scientific consensus, compel- working with my office and others as They want solutions from us. The ling economic theory, and mounting we continue to investigate the scope of same proportion of conservative Re- public opinion—all pointing toward the these taxpayer-funded tributes. publicans—54 percent—would favor a need for strong action on climate. On Another item I want to mention in carbon pollution fee on electric utili- the other side, they see rich and power- this NDAA bill is that 22-year-old Ma- ties, provided the revenue would then ful polluters who fund their politics rine Corps Cpl Jacob Hug of Phoenix be rebated to consumers. As we know, and who make heavy-handed threats was serving as part of the U.S. humani- a carbon fee is a market-based solu- against any Republicans who might tarian mission to Nepal in response to tion, very much in line with conserv- dare to cross them. That is why it was the earthquakes in that country. In ative principles. I recently introduced such glad news when a group of 11 May, Hug was one of six marines and a bill that I hope both Republicans and House Republicans, led by Congress- two Nepalese soldiers who were killed Democrats can embrace. It would es- man CHRIS GIBSON of New York, intro- when their helicopter crashed during a tablish an economy-wide carbon fee on duced a House resolution committing mission to deliver food and aid to the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse to address climate change by pro- victims in the earthquakes there. Be- gas emissions and then return 100 per- moting ingenuity, innovation, and cause Jacob died during a humani- cent of the money to the American exceptionalism. people. tarian mission, Jim and Andrea Hug, That is not a bill yet. We have a ways It would work. A recent analysis said his parents, were informed that the to go still. But it is another sign that it would reduce U.S. carbon dioxide DOD was not authorized to pay for the ‘‘denier castle’’ is crumbling. First, emissions by nearly 50 percent by 2030. their flight to Dover Air Force Base to climate change was a hoax. Then, OK, The revenue would offset annual pay- be on hand when their son’s remains maybe it is not a hoax, but it is natural roll taxes for every working person by returned to the United States. variation. Then, OK, maybe it is real Currently, the military is only au- $500, with a similar benefit to veterans and humans do cause some of it. But, thorized to pay for next-of-kin travel and Social Security recipients. It look, it paused. Then, OK, maybe it expenses if the servicemember is killed would reduce the corporate income tax didn’t pause. But we really can’t do in action. That is not right. The Hugs rate from 35 percent to 29 percent. It anything about it. And then, OK, we did get to travel to Dover because would return the remaining funds to can do something about climate many in the Arizona delegation worked States to be used locally, for transition change, but please stop asking me with DOD to make sure the costs were costs, efficiency investments or what- about it because I am not a scientist. eventually paid for by DOD. ever the States prefer. And now this: A resolution by sitting I worked with Senator MCCAIN to With this bill, I extend to conserv- amend the NDAA to ensure that no atives what my very conservative Republican House Members that we other family has to go through this— friend, former Republican Congressman need to take climate action. It has that if a family of a servicemember Bob Inglis, has called not just an olive been quite a journey. serving on an overseas humanitarian branch but an olive limb. Whether you The escape of 11 Republicans from mission is killed, the additional hard- want tax reform, a proper free market the dark, crumbling ramparts of denier ship is not faced by their family. This for energy or even to address climate castle gives dawning hope to Ameri- amendment help pays for the next of change, please, let’s get to work. cans that bipartisan action on climate kin to travel to meet the remains of To state the obvious, Congress has change is becoming possible, even in deceased relatives if they are killed in been ruled by the lobbyists and polit- Congress. humanitarian operations. ical enforcers for the fossil fuel indus- Last Thursday, Congressman GIBSON I hope we can approve this NDAA in try. The fossil fuel industry, with polit- and I joined together, bicameral and bi- the coming days and we can send it to ical threats and very big money and partisan, to hear from major food and the President. I hope that the Presi- lots of phony front groups, has made beverage companies how climate dent will sign it. the Republican Party in Congress its change affects their industry, supply I yield the floor. political wing. But outside this Cham- chains, and bottom line. It marked—as The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. ber, where conservatives don’t need far as I can recall—the first time in GARDNER). The Senator from Rhode Is- fossil fuel industry money, there is years that a sitting Democrat and a land. considerable conservative support for a sitting Republican Member of Congress CLIMATE CHANGE carbon fee, from leading right-of-center joined in a public event on climate Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, economists, conservative think tanks, change. I hope that is another sign that Americans across the board recognize and former Republican officials. things in this building have begun to the growing threat of global climate President Nixon’s Treasury Sec- shift. change. Last week was a big week on retary, George Shultz; President Rea- For these big companies, climate the conservative and corporate sides. gan’s economic adviser, Art Laffer; change is not a partisan issue. It is not New polling revealed strong support President George W. Bush’s Treasury even a political issue. It is business. It among conservatives for smart policies Secretary, Hank Paulson; and Bush is their reality. ‘‘Climate really mat- to stem carbon pollution. Coalitions of Council of Economic Advisers Chair, ters to our business,’’ Kim Nelson of leading corporate voices—6 major Greg Mankiw, have all advocated for General Mills told us. ‘‘We fundamen- banks and 10 major food and beverage some form of a carbon fee as the effi- tally rely on Mother Nature.’’ The companies—called on us to join them cient way to correct a market failure— choices we make to protect or forsake in backing strong climate action. the market failure where we all have to our climate, she said, will be ‘‘impor- I come to the floor today, now for the pick up the costs of carbon pollution tant to the long-term viability of our 114th time, to join with them—with for the fossil fuel industry. No wonder company and our industry.’’

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They have seen pump- will require more water, energy and food, all sent that their statement also be print- kin yields crash in the United States. of which are compromised by warming tem- ed in the RECORD. ‘‘We have never seen growing and har- peratures. There being no objection, the mate- vesting conditions like this in the Mid- The challenge presented by climate change rial was ordered to be printed in the west,’’ said Mr. Bakus. will require all of government, civil society RECORD, as follows: Chief sustainability officer for Mars, and business—to do more with less. For com- panies like ours, that means producing more IN SUPPORT OF PROSPERITY AND GROWTH: FI- Barry Parkin, was more blunt: ‘‘We are food on less land using fewer natural re- NANCIAL SECTOR STATEMENT ON CLIMATE on a path to a dangerous place.’’ sources. If we don’t take action now, we risk CHANGE These companies are reducing carbon not only today’s livelihoods, but also those Scientific research finds that an increasing emissions and demanding sustainable of future generations. concentration of greenhouse gases in our at- supply chains. Mars, for example, re- We want the women and men who work to mosphere is warming the planet, posing sig- cently invested in a 211-megawatt wind grow the food on our tables to have enough nificant risks to the prosperity and growth power farm in Texas to offset all of the to eat themselves, and to be able to provide of the global economy. As major financial in- electricity used by its U.S. operations. properly for their families. stitutions, working with clients and cus- We want the farms where crops are grown tomers around the globe, we have the busi- Unilever, in addition to shifting away to be as productive and resilient as possible, ness opportunity to build a more sustain- from fossil fuels toward renewables and while building the communities and pro- able, low-carbon economy and the ability to biofuel energy, is also fighting defor- tecting the water supplies around them. help manage and mitigate these climate-re- estation associated with farming. We want to see only the most energy-effi- lated risks. Message No. 1 from these businesses cient modes of transport shipping products Our institutions are committing signifi- was: This is important. and ingredients around the world. cant resources toward financing climate so- Message No. 2 was: They can’t do it We want the facilities where we make our lutions. These actions alone, however, are alone. They need us in government to products to be powered by renewable energy, not sufficient to meet global climate chal- with nothing going to waste. As corporate lenges. Expanded deployment of capital is pay attention. ‘‘Business, government, leaders, we have been working hard toward civil society, and individuals all have a critical, and clear, stable and long-term pol- these ends. but we can and must do more. icy frameworks are needed to accelerate and Today, we are making three commit- part to play,’’ said General Mills. ‘‘We further scale investments. ments—to each other, to you as our political need governments to be involved,’’ said We call for leadership and cooperation leaders, and to the world. Unilever. among governments for commitments lead- Specifically, the companies want a We will: Re-energize our companies’ continued ef- ing to a strong global climate agreement. strong global climate deal at the Paris forts to ensure that our supply chain be- Policy frameworks that recognize the costs conference this December. They re- comes more sustainable, based on our own of carbon are among many important instru- leased a joint letter pledging to accel- specific targets; ments needed to provide greater market cer- erate their own climate efforts and Talk transparently about our efforts and tainty, accelerate investment, drive innova- urging governments to do their part as share our best practices so that other compa- tion in low carbon energy, and create jobs. well. They even took out full-page ads nies and other industries are encouraged to Over the next 15 years, an estimated $90 tril- join us in this critically important work; lion will need to be invested in urban infra- in the Washington Post. Here it is. Use our voices to advocate for govern- structure and energy. The right policy They had the full text of their letter ments to set clear, achievable, measurable frameworks can help unlock the incremental and the signatures of the 10 CEOs and enforceable science-based targets for public and private capital needed to ensure printed in the Financial Times on the carbon emissions reductions. this infrastructure is sustainable and resil- very day of our event. THAT’S WHERE YOU COME IN ient. The heads of Mars, General Mills, Now is the time to meaningfully address While we may compete in the marketplace, Nestle USA, Unilever, Kellogg Com- the reality of climate change. We are asking we are aligned on the importance of policies pany, New Belgium Brewing Company, you to embrace the opportunity presented to to address the climate challenge. In partner- Ben & Jerry’s, Cliff Bar, Stonyfield you in Paris, and to come back with a sound ship with our clients and customers, we will Farm, and Danone Dairy North Amer- agreement, properly financed, that can af- provide the financing required for value cre- fect real change. ation and the vision necessary for a strong ica had the following statement in the and prosperous economy for generations to letter: We are ready to meet the climate chal- lenges that face our businesses. Please join come. Climate change is bad for farmers and agri- us in meeting the climate challenges that Bank of America, Citi, Goldman Sachs, culture. Drought, flooding, and hotter grow- face the world. JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, Wells ing conditions threaten the world’s food sup- Signed. Fargo. ply and contribute to food insecurity. Grant Reid, President & CEO, Mars Incor- Mr. WHITEHOUSE. These are serious They also pledged: porated; Paul Polman, Chief Executive, people running big, successful compa- We will: Use our voices to advocate for Unilever; Jostein Solheim, CEO, Ben & Jer- nies. They don’t take climate change governments to set clear, achievable, meas- ry’s; Kendall J. Powell, Chairman of the urable and enforceable science-based targets Board & CEO, General Mills, Inc.; Mariano lightly, they don’t scoff and neither for carbon emissions reductions. Lozano, President & CEO, Dannon & Re- should we. They are asking that elect- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- gional VP, Danone Dairy North America; ed officials find the courage to address sent that this letter from the heads of John Bryant, Chief Executive Officer, Kel- climate change. Majorities of voters of logg Company; Kevin Cleary, CEO, Clif Bar; these 10 major food and beverage com- both parties and of Independents are Paul Grinwood, Chairman & CEO, Nestle, also asking elected representatives to panies asking world leaders and the USA; Esteve Torrens, President & CEO, Congress to act on climate change be find the courage to address climate Stonyfield Farm, Inc.; Kimberly Jordan, Co- change. That brings us back to that printed in the RECORD. founder & CEO, New Belgium Brewing Com- There being no objection, the mate- pany. squeeze I talked about. rial was ordered to be printed in the Mr. WHITEHOUSE. We heard a simi- If you are not willing to address car- RECORD, as follows: lar appeal from America’s largest fi- bon pollution and the climate change [From Accelerating Change] nancial powerhouses last week. Bank and ocean acidification it is causing, I THIS COULD BE A TURNING POINT of America, Citi, Goldman Sachs, ask my colleagues who are on the bal- DEAR U.S. AND GLOBAL LEADERS: When you JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, and lot in 2016: What are you going to say? convene in Paris later this year for climate Wells Fargo released a strong call for What are you going to say to your vot- negotiations, you will have an opportunity governments to come together on a cli- ers? Are you going to say it is a hoax? to take action that could significantly Great. Good luck with that. change our world for the better. mate agreement. Here is what they wrote: Are you going to say: OK. It is real, As heads of some of the world’s largest it is important, these companies are all food companies, we have come together Policy frameworks that recognize the costs today to call out that opportunity. of carbon are among the many important in- right, but as far as fixing it, well, we Climate change is bad for farmers and for struments needed to provide greater market have nothing—because right now that agriculture. Drought, flooding and hotter certainty, accelerate investment, drive inno- is what they have, nothing.

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Those are not a lican majority—that has tried to re- I understand that the President great set of options. store the Senate to function as a delib- might not want to have to defend At some point soon, I tell my friends: erative body, as it used to and as it was vetoing funding for our troops and vet- Your party’s leaders are going to have intended to by the Framers of the Con- erans as a bargaining chip to extract to go to the fossil fuel billionaires and stitution. For instance, last year the additional spending from the Congress, say: Enough. Enough. Let my people previous majority leader didn’t bring a but protecting the President from hav- go. We held out for you as long as we single, individual appropriations bill to ing to follow through with his threat is could, but now you have to let my peo- the floor of the Senate for consider- not a very good reason for a filibuster. ple go, and it has to be soon. ation and vote. By putting off appro- A similar thing happened with the As one executive told Congressman priations until the end of the fiscal filibuster of legislation to disprove the GIBSON and me quite directly, ‘‘The year, that leader calculated that the Iran deal. A bipartisan majority in window of opportunity to act on cli- threat of being blamed for a govern- both the House and the Senate was in mate change is closing.’’ ment shutdown would force Repub- favor of legislation to block President It is time to wake up. licans to accept a massive omnibus bill Obama’s nuclear deal with Iran. Be- I yield the floor. containing policies that would other- cause the deal was set to go into effect The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- wise be rejected. unless Congress acted, the Democrats ator from Iowa. This year things are different. The cannot claim their filibuster was need- THE FILIBUSTER Senate appropriators have done their ed for additional deliberation. It was a Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I work and reported out each separate blatant attempt to run out the clock so come to the floor to comment on an ex- appropriations bill—can you imagine, the President would not have to use his traordinary about-face that we have all 12 of those appropriations bills—and veto pen. seen from many of my colleagues most of them on a bipartisan basis. So clearly it is not as though Demo- across the aisle with respect to the fili- Then, when the majority leader has at- crats have now grudgingly accepted the buster. When I say ‘‘across the aisle,’’ I tempted to bring them to the floor, utility of the filibuster only in extraor- mean an about-face on the part of Senator MCCONNELL, the majority dinary circumstances; they have now Democrats who see the filibuster dif- leader, has been met with a Democratic embraced it so completely that they ferently now than they did over the filibuster of the motion even to pro- used it simply to prevent embarrassing last 4 or 5 years. But now, like Paul on ceed to the bill. the President. the road to Damascus, they have seen What is the justification of that on In light of this, it is understandable the light and have now embraced the the part of today’s minority? The ma- that many in my political party and filibuster wholeheartedly, and like jority leader Senator MCCONNELL is not even in the grassroots are questioning many converts, they are very active in blocking amendments. In fact, he is whether we ought to get rid of the fili- their faith. even inviting amendments. So if there buster on legislation. This is an expres- Naturally, this has caused frustra- is something that the minority wishes sion of the frustration by a lot of con- tion for many Americans who wonder to change or add to a bill, they can do servatives that I hear from in the why we cannot address the pressing it simply by participating in the proc- grassroots of Iowa, and they hear it in issues we were elected to address, and ess and offering amendments. After all, the other body as well. there are a lot of frustrated Members isn’t that what the Senate is all about? The argument goes kind of like this: of the Senate as well. I am one of those We have to pass appropriations bills or After all, the Democrats unilaterally frustrated Members. When we have an the government will shut down, so why abolished the filibuster on nomina- opportunity for the Senate to function can’t we even bring appropriations bills tions, contrary to Senate rules. Well, as James Madison said it should func- up for consideration? they will have to live with that come tion, I don’t understand why we cannot Well, the answer is quite obvious: 2017 when the Republican President is have it function that way. Not surpris- The Democratic leadership is up to inaugurated, as I hope. But just as I ingly, the recent series of filibusters on those old games they used to keep the think they will live to regret that legislation of enormous consequences Senate from debating appropriations move, I think those of us on my side of for our Nation has resulted in new calls bills that they did over the last 5 years. the aisle would ultimately regret the for changes to the Senate rules. By blocking appropriations bills and loss of the Senate as a deliberative First, I would like to take stock of threatening to blame us for the shut- body if we were to change the cloture where we are right now. It was just last down, they hope and believe they can rule for legislation. What would the year that the previous majority leader bully us into busting open the spending Democrats do with unchecked power? was abusing the cloture motion to shut caps that a majority in both the House We don’t have to guess. The Democrats down debate and amendments on vir- and Senate agreed to in the budget res- briefly had the 60 votes needed to over- tually every single bill, even before the olution earlier this year. So much, come any filibuster, and they promptly debate had begun, all while blocking then, for majority rule, which the ran the unpopular health care law any amendments. Any Senator who Democrats claim was such a deeply down the throats of an unwilling Amer- routinely votes for cloture motions held principle, as they expressed it ican public. They dismissed legitimate under those circumstances is obviously only last year and years before that. criticism from Republicans and skep- abdicating his or her responsibility to They justify filibustering the appro- ticism from citizens of America. They the people who elected that Senator to priations bills because President promised that Americans would like it offer and debate any number of dif- Obama has threatened to veto them once it had passed and when we found ferent ideas. That is what the Senate is unless he gets more spending. That out what is in it. Well, Americans now all about. doesn’t make any sense. know what is in the health care law, Nevertheless, when those of us who The first appropriations bill they fili- and the law hasn’t become any more were then in the minority voted bustered was the Defense appropria- popular. against abdicating our responsibilities tions bill—not because that bill didn’t So does that mean we have to just as Senators, we had a parade of Demo- provide enough funding but because accept that ObamaCare and other as- cratic Senators come to the floor and they want to hold it hostage to extract pects of ‘‘the fundamental trans- accuse us of that most dastardly deed, additional spending in other areas. formation of America’’ the President at least according to them, the fili- Now they are holding hostage the bill promised are here to stay? Of course buster. They repeatedly claimed that that funds the Department of Veterans not. But we must not be shortsighted. strict rule by the majority faction was Affairs. So they are holding hostage I think a lot of the people who are con- the principle by which the Senate funding for our men and women in servatives, such as the grassroots of ought to operate with little or no input combat and our veterans who have America, who are frustrated, as a lot of

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I will list a whole bunch of ually progressing toward a future of the Constitutional Convention. things that could be the law of the land more governmental control over peo- In other words, I think that when he today. ple’s lives—for the people’s benefit, of speaks about the intent behind the Had the Senate operated on a purely course. Now, most of us don’t buy structure of the U.S. Constitution, he majoritarian basis in the past, our that—those who hold to the principle ought to know better than anybody, country would be in much worse shape of limited government—but there are a and that is particularly as he writes than it is now. For instance, if you lot of people today who are buying it. about the function of the Senate in our think ObamaCare is bad, we would We hear it in the Presidential cam- Constitution system. have had a single-payer, totally gov- paigns, particularly of the other polit- It is true that Madison did not speak ernment-run health care system if it ical party. to the filibuster itself, and the Con- weren’t for the 60-vote requirement. We This led the progressives of the early stitution leaves the rules of the House would have had the disastrous cap-and- 20th century to reject the Declaration and Senate up to each Chamber, but trade bill in 2008 with its crony give- of Independence and focus on indi- you cannot read the Federalist papers aways, making special interests rich vidual liberty and to oppose our Con- without a clear understanding that our while destroying jobs for hard-working stitution’s system of checks and bal- system of government was intended to Americans. The list of items that ances designed to protect that liberty allow only measures that have broad would have passed the Senate goes on because it made it harder for the gov- and enduring support to actually get and on—the 2007 immigration amnesty ernment to act. That comes from the into law. The Constitution was not de- bill; the DISCLOSE Act to intimidate philosophy that government always signed to allow whatever faction hap- private groups who engage in political knows best. It also means that those on pens to be in power to have a free hand speech that was brought up in 2010; the the left played the long game, some- to do whatever it wishes. abolition of secret ballot elections for times biding their time, sometimes ac- As Madison said in Federalist No. 10, unions in 2007; the prohibition on busi- cepting incremental progress toward ‘‘Measures are too often decided not ac- nesses replacing striking employees their goals, and other times making cording to the rules of justice and the that was brought up in 1992; a bill to radical changes when they see an open- rights of the minor party, but by the encourage public safety employees to ing. superior force of an interested and unionize in 2010; the 1992 Clinton crime Those of us who are animated by the overbearing majority.’’ bill; drug price negotiations in Medi- principle of individual liberty recog- Where that minority is protected is care Part D that amount to Federal nize that liberty is the exception in in the U.S. Senate—the only place in price controls in 2007; an amendment to human history, and threats to liberty our political system. In fact, in arguing the Constitution to cancel First must be fought constantly or we risk for the necessity of the Senate in Fed- Amendment protections for speech losing liberty and freedom. As such, we eralist Paper No. 63, Madison is quite around election time in 2014; stripping are impatient to correct every loss of critical of pure majoritarian democ- religious liberty protections from liberty right away, as we should be. racies in ancient times and attributes Christian business owners who object However, in doing so, we must be very their failure to the lack of something to paying for drugs that can cause an careful not to break down those very we call the U.S. Senate. abortion in 2014; President Obama’s safeguards that are in place to prevent That said, I understand why some of second big-spending stimulus proposal government encroachment on indi- my Republican colleagues in the House in 2011; the so-called Buffett tax would vidual liberty. If we are not careful, of Representatives are frustrated with have been passed several times by now; then short-term gains could lead to the fact that many of the things they the tax increase to pay local govern- even greater loss of liberty in the fu- pass become stalled here in the Senate. ment employee salaries in 2011; and ture. I say to them that a lot of us on this who knows how many other tax in- The President’s former Chief of Staff side of the aisle share that frustration. creases they would have passed if they was famous for saying something like So I and we need to make sure those knew they could get away with it. Of this, and hopefully I am quoting him obstructing are held accountable. But course, we heard a few weeks ago a accurately: ‘‘You never let a serious anyone who would change the Senate speech by Senator ALEXANDER, who has crisis go to waste, and what I mean by rules to give the majority leader the argued that one of the first things the that, it’s an opportunity to do things power to ram any bill through the Sen- Democratic leadership would do is fol- you think you could not do before.’’ ate on a party-line vote should then low the orders of union bosses and out- In other words, we have seen a con- ask whether they can trust that this law the many right-to-work laws we certed effort to take advantage of mo- power will be used fairly by future ma- have in the United States, forcing asso- mentary passions and temporary ma- jority leaders. Remember that the pre- ciations against the will of some peo- jorities to enact longstanding policy vious majority leader tried to shut the ple. goals of more governmental interven- minority out of the legislative process This Senator knows well what it is tion in the economy and intervention at almost every stage. The Senate was like in the majority and what it is like in the lives of Americans. Preventing routinely presented with bills often being in the minority in the Senate, such a power play is precisely the role written behind closed doors in the ma- and I know things look very different the Senate was designed to play. Just jority leader’s office and told that from each perspective. I would ask my listen to this passage from Federalist there would be only an up-or-down vote conservative colleagues who are frus- No. 62: ‘‘The necessity of a senate is with no amendments. trated that the current majority is not not less indicated by the propensity of Moreover, what would conservatives able to work its will to consider the ex- all single and numerous assemblies to gain by abolishing the filibuster? I ample of history and look to the fu- yield to the impulse of sudden and vio- want people to think about what might ture. lent passions, and to be seduced by fac- happen if the filibuster is abolished. In It is also interesting to observe the tious leaders into intemperate and per- the short term, we would have the behavior of the many Democrats who nicious resolutions.’’ emotional satisfaction of seeing Presi- had never experienced a minority be- Of course, that was written by James dent Obama use his veto pen, but that fore who have now gained a new per- Madison, who is rightly called the fa- is about it. In the long run, you can bet spective on the filibuster and the power ther of the Constitution. Madison pre- that modern-day progressives will use of the minority and the protection of pared extensively for the Constitu- those tools to impose all sorts of poli- the minority by supporting the fili- tional Convention by studying ancient cies to expand the scope of government buster every chance they get—and it

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Sadly, a motion to proceed, which until that Yesterday morning I went to the Bu- many of them are in the hands of peo- point they claimed to be an egregious reau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms ple who buy them to kill innocent peo- and inappropriate abuse of Senate in Chicago and sat down with the new ple. There has been a spike in homi- rules. I know there are some Senate special agent in charge and asked him cides this year—not just in Chicago but Democrats who still say they are op- the question: Where are all these guns in Milwaukee, St. Louis, Houston, Bal- posed to the filibuster even in prin- coming from? Why do we have more timore, New Orleans, and many other ciple, although apparently not in prac- guns per capita in Chicago than in New cities. The plain reality is that we are tice. It is no good saying ‘‘Stop me be- York? Why is it that so many of these now awash in guns in America, and it fore I filibuster again.’’ If you think it teenagers, kids, moms, and dads are is far too easy for convicted criminals, is wrong, don’t do it. It is as simple as armed to the teeth? Where are all these felons, and unstable people to get their that. guns coming from? hands on a gun and to use it. When Senator WYDEN and I began to He said: Senator, the No. 1 source of When guns are everywhere and when work on ending the practice of secret guns in the State of Illinois—crime it is easy for dangerous people to get holds, we pledged to disclose any hold guns that we have taken in the com- them, it puts everyone at risk. Can you that we placed on a bill in the CON- mission of crime and can trace—the imagine for a second that any of those GRESSIONAL RECORD, and we did that No. 1 source is Illinois. students heading into that community for years before finally getting the We have a phenomenon where people college in Oregon that morning had rules changed so that every Member go into a federally licensed arms dealer even an idea they would face a gunman had to do that. and purchase guns and use them in and some would die? The heartbreaking The Senate Democrats have shown crime. But the bigger problem is they stories—one I remember hearing from a through their actions that they now send in someone without a criminal minister who talked about his daugh- fully support the Senate filibuster. I record who can pass a background ter, who survived because she appeared guarantee that the next time Repub- check and who buys guns and turns to be a bloody corpse. The gunman licans are in the minority, we, too, will them over to drug gang thugs and stepped over her. The father could see the necessity of this traditional criminals on the street. They call it hardly contain his emotions when he protection against what Madison re- straw purchasing. So the No. 1 source talked about dropping that girl off at ferred to as ‘‘the superior force of an of guns is trading guns within the school and living with the possibility interested and overbearing majority.’’ State of Illinois and these traffickers, that she would have died there and I yield the floor. these straw purchasers who purchase a that would have been his last memory The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- gun not for their own use but to turn it of his daughter. Is that what America ator from Illinois. over to a criminal or sell it to a crimi- has come to? Is that what we are? GUN VIOLENCE nal. That is the No. 1 source. Pretty much anywhere you go now, Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, in the What is the No. 2 State that supplies you have it in the back of your mind year 1789, the U.S. Senate, in a cham- guns to the State of Illinois? It is Indi- that someone could have a gun, some- ber not far from here, approved the ana, which adjoins Illinois to the east— one could start shooting. Do we want first 10 amendments to the Constitu- specifically, Lake County, IN, in the to live this way in America? tion. The Second Amendment reads: ‘‘A northwestern section of that State. If you talk to the gun lobby and the well regulated Militia, being necessary Why do we get so many guns from In- special interest groups that manufac- to the security of a free State, the diana into Illinois that are used in the ture guns and want to sell more and right of the people to keep and bear commission of crime? Because of gun more, they will say the solution is to Arms, shall not be infringed.’’ The Sec- shows. Gun shows occur on the week- arm more good guys with guns so they ond Amendment to the Constitution is ends, and people literally show up in can shoot the bad guys. That is a solu- an amendment which has been uttered, Indiana, show some State identifica- tion they like because it sells more debated, and litigated over the entire tion, and without any background guns, but why wouldn’t we try in the history of the United States. Whatever check walk out with a gun—not just a first place to keep guns out of the the true intent of our Founding Fa- gun but many times fill their trunks hands of bad guys? thers in writing that language, that with guns and ammunition and drive The Supreme Court has said there is brief sentence, I wonder if they could across the border into Chicago, Cook no constitutional problem in the provi- even imagine what we are dealing with County, and go to the west side of town sion that I read with keeping guns today in the name of the right of peo- or down south in Englewood. They pull away from felons, domestic violence ple to keep and bear arms because up in an alley or maybe even on the abusers, the mentally unstable, and every day, on average, in America, 297 curbside and have an open market, sell- other dangerous people. The Supreme people are shot—every day—and 89 of ing these guns picked up at gun shows. Court across the street said that is them die every day in America. The people who purchase these never completely consistent with the Second Last Saturday I was with my wife in went through a background check. Amendment. Why don’t we do it? If our Chicago having a cup of coffee and Nine times out of 10, unless they are country did a better job of preventing reading over the papers, listening to buying from a gun show from a Federal bad guys from getting guns, there are a National Public Radio. They reported dealer, it is just an arms-length trans- lot of innocent people who would still the Roseburg, OR, shooting at the com- action—however many guns you want be here today. munity college, and they cited a sta- to buy; no questions asked. Many of I held a hearing in my Constitution tistic that I was not aware of: That these people would be disqualified if subcommittee a couple years ago about shooting at the community college they went to a Federal gun dealer. gun violence. We talked about the need that killed nine innocent people was They have a history of committing for better laws to stop illegal straw the 45th school shooting in America felonies and other acts that disqualify purchases and gun trafficking. this year. There have been 45 shootings them. One of our witnesses, a young woman in schools. There were many other The fact is that today that is the No. who has become my friend, was Sandra mass shootings in different places, but 2 source of crime guns—Indiana. Wortham of Chicago. Her brother now even schools, even students, even What is the No. 3 source of crime Thomas was a Chicago police officer. schoolchildren are not safe from the guns in the city of Chicago? Mis- He had served two tours of duty in rampage of guns. sissippi. Mississippi. Why? Because Iraq. He was a great guy. He was I am honored to represent the city of their gun show requirements are even gunned down in front of his parents’ Chicago. It is a great city. I do my best more lax than in the Midwest. It is an home on the South Side of Chicago. He to help it in every way I can. But I also ongoing commerce of running those was murdered by gang members with a

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But Officer one I loved, someone I knew, someone our national parks, forests, and refuges Wortham was killed. He died in front of I cared about, and they were the victim and the vistas that are so iconic in our his parents’ house on May 19, 2010. I at- of that kind of mental instability. national identity. But today we find tended his funeral. So are we going to shrug our shoul- ourselves yet again in the midst of a Thomas Wortham’s sister Sandra ders, remember the victims in our made-in-Washington crisis that de- spoke at that hearing. It was powerful. thoughts and prayers and do nothing? values this history of shared commit- This is what she said: Is that what it has come to? We are ment, replacing it with the misplaced My brother carried a gun. My father car- better than that. We can easily pass ire of those who do not understand its ried a gun. But the fact that my brother and laws to protect domestic violence vic- profound, community-driven impact on father were armed that night did not prevent tims by keeping the guns out of the the land and on our economy. my brother from being killed. We need to do hands of their abusers. All it takes is On September 30, the authorization more to keep guns out of the wrong hands in will. We could easily hold gun dealers of the Land and Water Conservation the first place. I don’t think that makes us accountable for guns that they pur- Fund, LWCF, America’s most success- anti-gun; I think it makes us pro-decent, law ful conservation and recreation pro- abiding people. posefully misplace into the hands of criminals. All it takes is the will. We gram, was allowed to expire. Founded Sandra Wortham is right. I hope my can easily adopt technology to stop on the principle of balancing the deple- colleagues will hear her words. criminals from stealing guns and stop tion of certain natural resources by Some say it is impossible to stop bad kids from using them accidentally. All conserving other resources, the fund guys from getting guns; they are just it takes is will. We can easily create a uses revenues from royalties of off- going to get them. It is true that there better background check system and shore oil and gas extraction to support are a lot of loopholes in the law to get pass better laws to stop straw pur- the conservation of our land and water, them today, like the gun show loophole chasing and illegal gun trafficking. All a symmetry that conservation advo- and the Internet loopholes in the back- it takes is will. We can stop the gun cates have praised. More to the point, ground check system. I don’t question lobby from gutting the laws on the the fund is supported at no cost to tax- the possibility that those loopholes are books, and we can close these loopholes payers. Similarly, congressional inac- there. It is also true that the gun lobby if lawmakers just have the courage and tion allowed the Historic Preservation is working hard every day to further the political will. Fund—also a budget-neutral program weaken the laws on the books and to As President Obama said, our with longstanding bipartisan support— strike them down in court. But we can thoughts and prayers are not enough. to lapse. Together, these twin pro- stop the gun lobby from gutting the Stopping this violence requires courage grams represent key commitments to laws on the books, and we can close and political will. I hope the Congress protecting our Nation’s historic re- those loopholes if lawmakers just have can rise to this challenge. I am not giv- sources and lands for future genera- the courage and political will. ing up. I have seen too many lives cut tions. Our goal should be to keep guns out short, too many families and commu- For 50 years, the Land and Water of the hands of bad guys, not to take nities devastated by this violence. I am Conservation Fund has supported the them away from people who use them going to do all I can to bring down the creation of parks and refuges, but it in a responsible and legal way. I grew number of shootings in America. has also filled in plots of land at risk of up in downstate Illinois. Owning shot- I yield the floor. loss through development in our na- guns and rifles is just part of life. Tak- I suggest the absence of a quorum. tional parks to create a seamless park ing your son or in some cases even The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. system that is easier and more cost-ef- your daughter out hunting is normal. DAINES). The clerk will call the roll. fective to manage. It has provided re- It is what people do. I have been out The senior assistant legislative clerk sources to local communities to duck hunting in Stuttgart, AR, with proceeded to call the roll. achieve otherwise cost-prohibitive con- my former colleague, Mark Pryor. We Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask servation projects in small towns. It had a good time. Everybody there knew unanimous consent that the order for supports community playgrounds and that a gun was a dangerous weapon the quorum call be rescinded. maintains trails, while fostering and that had to be handled carefully. We The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. protecting our innate appreciation of filed the necessary permits and li- GARDNER). Without objection, it is so the world around us, and it accom- censes to be out there hunting on that ordered. plishes all of this while being a boon to day and followed a long list of require- f local economies. ments that limited our right to go In Vermont more than $123 million in shooting ducks, migrating ducks in MORNING BUSINESS LWCF grants have supported hundreds that area. We did it because it was the Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask projects over the last five decades, and law and law-abiding people pay atten- unanimous consent that the Senate be the benefits can be seen across every tion to the law. in a period of morning business, with county in the Green Mountain State. But what are we going to do now to Senators permitted to speak therein These grants back an economy of out- respect those law-abiding people but for up to 10 minutes each. door recreation supporting 35,000 jobs, still get serious about stopping these The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without generating $187 million in state tax guns that end up in the hands of felons objection, it is so ordered. revenue and $2.5 billion in retail sales and mentally unstable people? Are we f in Vermont alone, according to the going to shrug our shoulders? Are Outdoor Industry Association. On top Members of Congress going to put out LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION of this, an estimated 545,000 people the standard press release after a mass FUND hunt, fish, and enjoy the wildlife of the shooting? Or are we going to rise to Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, imagine Green Mountain State every year—a this challenge on this occasion and do a successful and popular program that stunning number that nearly matches something? What a breakthrough it saves our special natural places, such our State’s entire population. would be if we could save these inno- as parks, recreation areas, wildlife ref- In addition to local recreation cent lives. uges, and forests. Imagine further that projects, the LWCF in Vermont has I cannot imagine that classroom in this is accomplished not with tax dol- supported the creation of our State’s that community college in Oregon lars, but with royalties paid by compa- only national park, the Marsh Billings where that crazy gunman, loaded and nies that extract oil or minerals from Rockefeller National Historical Park. armed, went up to each of those stu- our public lands. What is not to love It has helped to add 100,000 acres to the

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Across the country, the Land and gree from UCLA in 1980, where he was The district has only six judgeships Water Conservation Fund has been val- inducted into the Order of the Coif. for a population of nearly 8 million ued as America’s premier conservation He began his legal career as a law people, and it has almost two times as program—an outgrowth of what has clerk for a district judge in the same many people per judgeship as the aver- been called ‘‘America’s Best Idea,’’ the judicial district where he now serves. age U.S. district court. creation of our National Park System. Following his clerkship, Judge Drozd Over the last 6 years, the court has It has drawn strong bipartisan support worked as a criminal and civil litigator had nearly three times as many pend- for half a century, even as the political in Federal and State courts at the trial ing cases per judgeship—more than atmosphere has become more divisive. and appellate levels for 14 years. 1400—than the national average, 569. I recently led a bipartisan coalition of Then, in 1997, Judge Drozd was ap- These numbers translate into 53 Senators representing every corner pointed to serve as a magistrate judge lengthy times for cases to be resolved. of the Nation in asking for a short- in the Eastern District of California. Over the last several years, it has term extension of the LWCF and a In 2011, he became the chief mag- taken between 38 and 51 months for commitment to work to permanently istrate judge in that court. civil cases to get to trial—well above Over his 18-year career as a mag- authorize and fund the program. We the national average of 26 months. istrate judge, he has presided over sent a similar letter calling on Major- Criminal cases now take over 20 ity Leader MCCONNELL and Minority thousands of cases. He is well regarded in the legal com- months to be resolved currently, al- Leader REID to support permanent most three times the national average funding for the program, which was fol- munity and among those who appear before him on a daily basis. The ABA of 7.4 months. lowed by a similar bipartisan letter The point is this: the Eastern Dis- from members of the House to Speaker has rated Judge Drozd ‘‘well qualified,’’ its highest rating. trict of California is in serious need of BOEHNER. additional judges. I have worked for But despite this strong bipartisan Five different U.S. attorneys who many years to create those positions, and bicameral support, there are those served under both Republican and and I believe very strongly that they who seek to throw this longstanding, Democratic administrations over more are needed. commonsense program out the window, than 20 years have endorsed his nomi- I am pleased that the Senate took shutting down one of the few reliable nation. the step of voting on this nomination. sources that fund conservation work Those former U.S. attorneys include Thank you. across the country, a truly devastating David F. Levi, who later served on the bid that threatens our land and water district court and is now dean of Duke f and our local economies. It makes no law school, as well as George sense. O’Connell, Charles Stevens, Paul ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS Several times last week, opponents of Seave, and McGregor Scott. the widely popular LWCF objected to Their letter states: ‘‘[w]e have all extending its authorization, claiming known Judge Drozd for many years and IDAHO HOMETOWN HERO MEDAL that the fund was used to purchase pri- are also aware of his judicial reputa- ∑ Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, I wish to vately held land from landowners. But tion in the community. He is an effec- honor the 2015 Idaho Hometown Hero that is precisely what the fund is in- tive, productive, fair, and balanced ju- Medalists in the fifth year of the pres- tended to support: the purchase of land rist who is widely respected in this dis- entation of this recognition. from willing sellers interested in see- trict.’’ The Idaho Hometown Hero Medal Their letter further recognized Judge ing land protected rather than devel- celebrates those working for the bet- Drozd as ‘‘an outstanding magistrate oped. Often these land deals include terment of our communities. Drs. judge,’’ and went on to state that ‘‘he land exchanges, thus ensuring that the Fahim and Naeem Rahim established will be equally effective as a district Nation’s most sensitive lands are not the recognition to honor individuals developed, while ensuring that other judge.’’ The president of the Sacramento who embody the spirit of philanthropy working lands remain privately owned. while showing remarkable commit- Too often we see these deals evapo- chapter of the Federal Bar Association ment in both their personal and profes- rate because the funding is not there. wrote to the Judiciary Committee in sional lives. I congratulate the 2015 This is why we need to ensure the fund support of this nomination. award recipients and commend the is permanently authorized and fully That letter notes that, although it is Rahim brothers, the award’s com- funded. These projects should not slip not typical for the Federal Bar Asso- mittee members, the cosponsors, vol- away, as we have seen in Vermont and ciation ‘‘to endorse a particular can- unteers, and other organizations sup- other parts of the country, because of a didate or nomination,’’ Judge Drozd’s porting this honor for partnering to fundamental misunderstanding of how nomination is ‘‘uniquely easy to sup- highlight good works. the fund operates and how it is sup- port.’’ ported. The letter further stated that Judge Ten exceptional Idahoans from com- We have watched conservation fund- Drozd ‘‘is widely respected in our dis- munities across our great State are ing wither across the country while de- trict and commands a high level of re- 2015 Hometown Hero Medal recipients. velopments encroach our precious na- spect from attorneys who appear before Marianna Budnikova, of Boise, started tional parks and while the real threat him.’’ two nonprofits to help girls take part of climate change draws closer and I would also add a point from the in technology and pursue careers in closer. Now is not the time to break a U.S. attorneys’ letter about the crush- computer sciences. Carrie French, of commitment to conserve our natural ing caseload in this district. Caldwell, is being awarded post- resources, our heritage, and the legacy Their letter states: ‘‘[o]ur district humously for her dedicated, coura- we will hand to our children and grand- has an extremely heavy case load and geous service to our Nation. She en- children. We must value and protect has been operating with a vacant listed in the U.S. Army at the age of 19 our heritage by renewing the Land and judgeship for two and a half years. It is and died serving bravely in the Iraq Water Conservation Fund. vitally important to the fair adminis- war. Tiara Lusk, an ex-policewoman from Sugar City, started two initia- f tration of justice that the long-vacant judicial vacancy in our Fresno district tives to help women who are victims of CONFIRMATION OF DALE DROZD be promptly filled.’’ domestic abuse and started a training Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I This is a point that bears repeating: program to help women enlist in the rise in strong support of the confirma- the caseload in the Eastern District of police force.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:22 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G06OC6.002 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE S7158 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 6, 2015 Sylvia Medina, a successful business- walk and using an Eyegaze commu- traditions that the Lafayette region woman from Idaho Falls, works to eco- nication tool that allows her to talk to has to offer. Another annual Lafayette nomically empower women and encour- others using her eyes. Cate captivates festival, the Festival International de age the Latina community to partici- others with her beautiful smile and Louisiane, attracts folks from across pate in politics. John Rauker, an anti- gentle spirit. the State and the region in celebrating drug campaign advocate, rescues at- Not long after adopting Cate, Tami the intriguing history and culture risk children and opened drug rehab unexpectedly became pregnant. Chloe shared between Louisiana and the centers in Twin Falls and Pocatello for was born in 2010, and another daughter, Francophone world. teens. Maria Sanchez, from American Clare, was born in 2012. Lafayette is truly like no other place Falls, is an Idaho State University stu- I am inspired by the Fites’ faith in in the world; just ask any of its resi- dent who has excelled playing soccer the Lord and their desire to spread the dents. With renowned food, music, and for the university and is training to word about life. I am pleased they were festivals, it is no wonder the popu- play for the Mexican national women’s able to travel to Washington, D.C., to lation of this southern paradise always soccer team in the World Cup. Donna help advocate for their message that has a reason to smile. Congratulations Scroggins, of Ririe, has dedicated many opening homes to children through again to Lafayette, LA, on the recogni- years to service. She is a World War II adoption can help spread the word that tion of being the happiest place to live; veteran who also served as a Peace every life is valuable. and I wish you many more successful, Corp volunteer and nursed those in The Angels in Adoption award recog- happy years building and growing need in Ecuador and Afton, WY. nizes individuals, couples, and organi- south Louisiana.∑ Judge Norman Randy Smith, of Po- zations that have made extraordinary f catello, has served with distinction on contributions on behalf of children in RECOGNIZING LAFAYETTE MUSIC the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth need of a family. Awardees from all 50 COMPANY Circuit and is significantly involved states, plus the District of Columbia with education and empowering stu- and Puerto Rico, come together in ∑ Mr. VITTER. Mr. President, Amer- dents. Carmen Stanger, of Boise and Washington, D.C., each year to partici- ican musicians play a large role in the Pocatello, channeled the loss of her pate in events that celebrate their he- cultural development of our Nation’s daughter to bullying to leading roic actions and enable them to use history, and much of that success is antibullying efforts and working to their personal experience to effect due to the local small businesses re- empower teens and prevent similar change on a national level. sponsible for providing the equipment tragedies in other families. Pastor Aaron and Tami’s exemplary actions and instruction musicians need. This Jacqualine Thomas, of Pocatello, grew demonstrate the positive impact adopt- week’s Small Business of the Week has the church she started from a con- ing a child can have on a family and a an expert staff that is dedicated to gregation of 3 to more than 200. As an community, and the Fites are more serving all kinds of musicians. Con- African-American woman pastor, she is than deserving of this award. I would gratulations to Lafayette Music Com- actively involved in helping people in like to extend my sincere thanks and pany of Lafayette, LA, for being se- the community and providing a safe appreciation to Aaron and Tami and lected Small Business of the Week. haven for those who are struggling. their family, and I wish them the best The Lafayette Music Company is a Thank you to all the Hometown Hero of luck in the future.∑ 60-year-old family-owned business that Award recipients for the good works f has continuously provided musicians in you inspire in others through your their community with excellent equip- RECOGNIZING LAFAYETTE, commitment to hard work, self-im- ment and instruction. Built in 1955 by LOUISIANA provement, and community service. Mr. William C. ‘‘Bill’’ Peyton, the La- Congratulations on receiving this de- ∑ Mr. VITTER. Mr. President, too fayette Music Company initially fo- served recognition.∑ often our days are filled with news of cused on the sale of pianos and organs. When Mr. Raymond J. Goodrich joined f worldwide violence and hardship. It is during these times that it is especially the sales team in 1967, he expanded the TRIBUTE TO THE FITE FAMILY important to recognize those commu- company’s focus to include servicing ∑ Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I nities that find ways daily to celebrate additional instruments, including the recognize Aaron and Tami Fite of life, family, and culture. Today, I brass family. Under Mr. Goodrich’s Platte, SD. I selected the Fites to re- would like to recognize Lafayette, LA, management, the Lafayette Music ceive the 2015 Angels in Adoption a city that goes above and beyond to Company developed a band depart- Award presented by the Congressional distinguish itself as a cultural cross- ment, catering to schools in the Coalition on Adoption. I chose this roads and one of the happiest places to Acadiana region of south Louisiana. couple for the way they have opened live in America. Mr. Goodrich’s affable approach to se- their hearts and homes to their chil- According to a 2014 report by the curing a local consumer base offered a dren Cody and Cate through adoption Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch, unique and personalized level of assist- and the way they have helped inspire the top five happiest cities in America ance that was unrivaled in the area. their community to better understand are all located in Louisiana, with La- After working as a salesman and sales adoption and children with all types of fayette taking the top spot. For any- manager for 6 years and part owner for abilities. one who has ever visited this jewel of 3 years, Mr. Goodrich purchased a ma- Though they initially intended to south Louisiana, the recognition will jority of the company’s shares to be- adopt a child from abroad, God changed come as no surprise. Lafayette is lo- come the primary owner. their hearts and brought Cody into cated in the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun Today, Mr. Goodrich and his wife, their lives. During the first 3 years of and Creole country—an area known for Karen, provide beginner, intermediate, his life, Cody had a variety of complex its upbeat music, flavorful foods, and and expert musicians with a diverse medical needs, but thanks to Aaron for letting the good times roll. product selection. The Lafayette Music and Tami’s love and support, today he Each and every day, Lafayette’s rich, Company offers a wide array of the lat- is a healthy and vibrant 11-year-old unique history and culture can be seen est guitars, drums, band instruments, who competes in basketball, track, and throughout the streets of the city and accessories, pianos, church organs, and softball at the Special Olympics. the personalities of its residents. En- more, as well as an in-house repair de- Two years after adopting Cody, tertaining, educational events are scat- partment that has been in service for Aaron and Tami welcomed a baby girl, tered throughout the calendar year, en- more than 80 years. Additionally, the Cate, into their home through adop- suring guests from around the world Lafayette Music Company boasts an tion. Cate has a condition she devel- are shown a slice of the Lafayette way astonishing customer service record oped in the womb that prevents her of life. Festivals such as the Festivals that has ranked them in the top 100 from being able to walk or talk on her Acadiens et Creoles, held every Octo- largest music products retailers by The own. Despite these challenges, she has ber, provide an opportunity to experi- Music Trades magazine for 3 consecu- mastered using a Mustang walker to ence the one-of-a-kind food, music, and tive years.

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Centered in an area of the health insurance law within the scope Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and country with world-renowned music of the U.S.-Czech Social Security Drug Administration, Energy and Water De- and an incomparable heritage, the Agreement, this amendment will ex- velopment, and Departments of Transpor- Goodrich family has secured the busi- empt U.S. citizen workers and multi- tation, and Housing and Urban Development, ness of a community of musicians with national companies from contributing and related programs for the fiscal year end- specific needs. Congratulations again to the Czech health insurance system, ing September 30, 2016, and for other pur- to Small Business of the Week, when such workers otherwise meet all poses. Acadiana’s own Lafayette Music Com- of the ordinary criteria for such an ex- S. 2130. A bill making appropriations for ∑ Department of Defense, energy and water de- pany. emption. velopment, Department of Homeland Secu- f The U.S.-Czech Social Security rity, military construction, Department of Agreement, as amended, will continue Veterans Affairs, and Department of State, MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT to contain all provisions mandated by foreign operations, and related programs for A message from the President of the section 233 of the Social Security Act the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and United States was communicated to and other provisions that I deem appro- for other purposes. the Senate by Mr. Pate, one of his sec- priate to carry out the purposes of sec- S. 2131. A bill making appropriations for Departments of Commerce and Justice, and retaries. tion 233, pursuant to section 233(c)(4) of Science, and Related Agencies and Depart- f the Social Security Act. ment of Homeland Security for the fiscal I also transmit for the information of year ending September 30, 2016, and for other PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE the Congress a report required by sec- purposes. tion 233(e)(1) of the Social Security Act S. 2132. A bill making appropriations for fi- on the estimated number of individuals nancial services and general government, SUPPLEMENTARY AGREEMENT who will be affected by the Supple- Department of the Interior, environment, AMENDING THE AGREEMENT ON mentary Agreement and its estimated and Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related SOCIAL SECURITY BETWEEN THE cost effect. The Department of State UNITED STATES OF AMERICA programs for the fiscal year ending Sep- and the Social Security Administra- tember 30, 2016, and for other purposes. AND THE CZECH REPUBLIC—PM tion have recommended the Supple- 28 mentary Agreement and related docu- f The PRESIDING OFFICER laid be- ments to me. MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME fore the Senate the following message I commend the Supplementary The following bill was read the first from the President of the United Agreement to the U.S.-Czech Social Se- time: States, together with accompanying curity Agreement and related docu- S. 2146. A bill to hold sanctuary jurisdic- papers; which was referred to the Com- ments. tions accountable for defying Federal law, to mittee on Finance: BARACK OBAMA. increase penalties for individuals who ille- THE WHITE HOUSE, October 6, 2015. To the Congress of the United States: gally reenter the United States after being Pursuant to section 233(e)(1) of the removed, and to provide liability protection f for State and local law enforcement who co- Social Security Act, as amended by the operate with Federal law enforcement and Social Security Amendments of 1977 for other purposes. (Public Law 95–216, 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1)), MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE f I transmit herewith the Supplementary ENROLLED BILL SIGNED Agreement Amending the Agreement At 5:54 p.m., a message from the EXECUTIVE REPORT OF on Social Security between the United House of Representatives, delivered by COMMITTEE States of America and the Czech Re- Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, The following executive report of a public (the ‘‘Supplementary Agree- announced that the Speaker has signed nomination was submitted: ment’’). The Supplementary Agree- the following enrolled bill: By Mr. ISAKSON for the Committee on ment, signed at Prague on September H.R. 2835. An act to actively recruit mem- Veterans’ Affairs. 23, 2013, is intended to modify a certain bers of the Armed Forces who are separating Michael Herman Michaud, of Maine, to be provision of the Agreement on Social from military service to serve as Customs Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans’ Security between the United States of and Border Protection officers. Employment and Training. America and the Czech Republic, with (Nominations without an asterisk Administrative Arrangement, signed at At 5:55 p.m., a message from the were reported with the recommenda- Prague on September 7, 2007, and en- House of Representatives, delivered by tion that they be confirmed.) tered into force January 1, 2009 (the Mrs. Cole, one of its reading clerks, an- ‘‘U.S.-Czech Social Security Agree- nounced that pursuant to section 313 of f ment’’). the Legislative Branch Appropriations INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND The U.S.-Czech Social Security Act, 2001 (2 U.S.C. 1151), as amended by JOINT RESOLUTIONS Agreement as amended by the Supple- section 1601 of Public Law 111–68, and The following bills and joint resolu- mentary Agreement is similar in objec- the order of the House of January 6, tions were introduced, read the first tive to the social security agreements 2015, the Speaker appoints the fol- and second times by unanimous con- already in force with most European lowing Member on the part of the sent, and referred as indicated: Union countries, Australia, Canada, House of Representatives to the Board By Mr. VITTER (for himself and Mr. of Trustees of the Open World Leader- Chile, Japan, Norway, and the Republic ENZI): of Korea. Such bilateral agreements ship Center: Mr. PRICE of North Caro- S. 2136. A bill to establish the Regional provide for limited coordination be- lina. SBIR State Collaborative Initiative Pilot tween the United States and foreign so- The message also announced that Program, and for other purposes; to the cial security systems to eliminate dual pursuant to section 202(a) of the Vet- Committee on Small Business and Entrepre- social security coverage and taxation, erans Access, Choice, and Account- neurship. and to help prevent the lost benefit ability Act of 2014 (Public Law 113–146), By Mr. BLUNT (for himself, Mrs. GILLI- protection that can occur when work- the Democratic Leader appoints the BRAND, Mr. BURR, and Ms. HIRONO): S. 2137. A bill to amend title 10, United ers divide their careers between two following individual on the part of the States Code, to provide a period for the relo- countries. House of Representatives to the Com- cation of spouses and dependents of certain The Supplementary Agreement mission on Care: Ms. Charlene Taylor members of the Armed Forces undergoing a amends the U.S.-Czech Social Security of Elk Grove, California. permanent change of station in order to ease

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A concurrent resolution At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the By Mr. VITTER (for himself and Mrs. recognizing the 50th anniversary of the name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. SHAHEEN): White House Fellows program; considered SULLIVAN) was added as a cosponsor of S. 2139. A bill to amend the Small Business and agreed to. S. 578, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Act to prohibit the use of reverse auctions f Social Security Act to ensure more for the procurement of covered contracts; to the Committee on Small Business and Entre- ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS timely access to home health services for Medicare beneficiaries under the preneurship. S. 71 By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself and Medicare program. At the request of Mr. VITTER, the Mr. CASEY): S. 681 name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. S. 2140. A bill to establish criminal pen- At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, ISAKSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. alties for failing to inform and warn of seri- the name of the Senator from Arkansas 71, a bill to preserve open competition ous dangers; to the Committee on the Judici- (Mr. BOOZMAN) was added as a cospon- and Federal Government neutrality to- ary. sor of S. 681, a bill to amend title 38, By Mr. CASSIDY (for himself and Mr. wards the labor relations of Federal United States Code, to clarify presump- WHITEHOUSE): Government contractors on Federal tions relating to the exposure of cer- S. 2141. A bill to amend the Public Health and federally funded construction tain veterans who served in the vicin- Service Act with respect to health informa- projects. tion technology; to the Committee on ity of the Republic of Vietnam, and for Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. S. 89 other purposes. At the request of Mr. VITTER, the By Mr. SANDERS (for himself, Mr. S. 800 BROWN, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. HEINRICH, name of the Senator from Kentucky At the request of Mr. KIRK, the name Ms. WARREN, Mrs. GILLIBRAND, Ms. (Mr. PAUL) was added as a cosponsor of of the Senator from Maine (Ms. COL- STABENOW, Ms. HIRONO, Mr. LEAHY, S. 89, a bill to repeal the Dodd-Frank LINS) was added as a cosponsor of S. and Mr. WHITEHOUSE): Wall Street Reform and Consumer Pro- 800, a bill to improve, coordinate, and S. 2142. A bill to amend the National Labor tection Act. Relations Act to establish an efficient sys- enhance rehabilitation research at the tem to enable employees to form, join, or as- S. 255 National Institutes of Health. AUL sist labor organizations, and for other pur- At the request of Mr. P , the name S. 901 poses; to the Committee on Health, Edu- of the Senator from New Mexico (Mr. At the request of Mr. MORAN, the cation, Labor, and Pensions. UDALL) was added as a cosponsor of S. names of the Senator from Arkansas By Mr. CORNYN: 255, a bill to restore the integrity of (Mr. BOOZMAN) and the Senator from S. 2143. A bill to provide for the authority the Fifth Amendment to the Constitu- Delaware (Mr. COONS) were added as co- for the successors and assigns of the Starr- tion of the United States, and for other Camargo Bridge Company to maintain and sponsors of S. 901, a bill to establish in operate a toll bridge across the Rio Grande purposes. the Department of Veterans Affairs a near Rio Grande City, Texas, and for other S. 330 national center for research on the di- purposes; to the Committee on Environment At the request of Mr. HELLER, the agnosis and treatment of health condi- and Public Works. name of the Senator from Vermont tions of the descendants of veterans ex- By Mr. GARDNER (for himself, Mr. (Mr. LEAHY) was added as a cosponsor posed to toxic substances during serv- RUBIO, and Mr. RISCH): of S. 330, a bill to amend the Internal ice in the Armed Forces that are re- S. 2144. A bill to improve the enforcement Revenue Code of 1986 to make perma- of sanctions against the Government of lated to that exposure, to establish an North Korea, and for other purposes; to the nent the special rule for contributions advisory board on such health condi- Committee on Foreign Relations. of qualified conservation contribu- tions, and for other purposes. By Mr. GRAHAM (for himself and Mr. tions, and for other purposes. S. 1424 LEAHY): S. 334 At the request of Mrs. GILLIBRAND, S. 2145. A bill to make supplemental appro- At the request of Mr. PORTMAN, the the name of the Senator from Con- priations for fiscal year 2016; to the Com- name of the Senator from Alabama mittee on Appropriations. necticut (Mr. MURPHY) was added as a By Mr. VITTER (for himself, Mr. (Mr. SESSIONS) was added as a cospon- cosponsor of S. 1424, a bill to prohibit TOOMEY, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. CRUZ, sor of S. 334, a bill to amend title 31, the sale or distribution of cosmetics Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. CORNYN, Mr. United States Code, to provide for containing synthetic plastic PERDUE, and Mr. ISAKSON): automatic continuing resolutions. microbeads. S. 2146. A bill to hold sanctuary jurisdic- S. 338 S. 1431 tions accountable for defying Federal law, to At the request of Mr. BURR, the name At the request of Mr. MANCHIN, the increase penalties for individuals who ille- of the Senator from Tennessee (Mr. gally reenter the United States after being name of the Senator from New Hamp- removed, and to provide liability protection ALEXANDER) was added as a cosponsor shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- for State and local law enforcement who co- of S. 338, a bill to permanently reau- sponsor of S. 1431, a bill to provide for operate with Federal law enforcement and thorize the Land and Water Conserva- increased Federal oversight of prescrip- for other purposes; read the first time. tion Fund. tion opioid treatment and assistance to f S. 395 States in reducing opioid abuse, diver- At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the sion, and deaths. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND name of the Senator from Colorado S. 1455 SENATE RESOLUTIONS (Mr. BENNET) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. MARKEY, the The following concurrent resolutions of S. 395, a bill to implement a dem- name of the Senator from New Hamp- and Senate resolutions were read, and onstration project under titles XVIII shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- referred (or acted upon), as indicated: and XIX of the Social Security Act to sponsor of S. 1455, a bill to provide ac- By Mr. GARDNER (for himself and Mr. examine the costs and benefits of pro- cess to medication-assisted therapy, CARDIN): viding payments for comprehensive co- and for other purposes. S. Res. 278. A resolution welcoming the ordinated health care services provided S. 1550 President of the Republic of Korea on her of- by purpose-built, continuing care re- At the request of Mrs. ERNST, the ficial visit to the United States and cele- tirement communities to Medicare name of the Senator from Pennsyl- brating the United States-Republic of Korea beneficiaries. relationship, and for other purposes; to the vania (Mr. CASEY) was added as a co- Committee on Foreign Relations. S. 480 sponsor of S. 1550, a bill to amend title By Mr. CASEY (for himself and Mr. At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, the 31, United States Code, to establish en- TOOMEY): name of the Senator from Connecticut tities tasked with improving program

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:38 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC6.009 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S7161 and project management in certain lina (Mr. GRAHAM) was added as a co- There being no objection, the text of Federal agencies, and for other pur- sponsor of S. 2015, a bill to clarify the the bill was ordered to be printed in poses. treatment of two or more employers as the RECORD, as follows: S. 1555 joint employers under the National S. 2143 At the request of Ms. HIRONO, the Labor Relations Act. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- names of the Senator from Florida (Mr. S. 2021 resentatives of the United States of America in NELSON), the Senator from Delaware At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the Congress assembled, (Mr. COONS) and the Senator from Min- name of the Senator from Michigan SECTION 1. STARR-CAMARGO BRIDGE. Public Law 87–532 (76 Stat. 153) is amend- nesota (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) were added as (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor ed— cosponsors of S. 1555, a bill to award a of S. 2021, a bill to prohibit Federal (1) in the first section, in subsection Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, agencies and Federal contractors from (a)(2)— to the Filipino veterans of World War requesting that an applicant for em- (A) by inserting ‘‘, and its successors and II, in recognition of the dedicated serv- ployment disclose criminal history assigns,’’ after ‘‘State of Texas’’; ice of the veterans during World War record information before the appli- (B) by inserting ‘‘consisting of not more II. cant has received a conditional offer, than 14 lanes’’ after ‘‘approaches thereto’’; and S. 1559 and for other purposes. (C) by striking ‘‘and for a period of sixty- S. 2116 At the request of Ms. AYOTTE, the six years from the date of completion of such At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, the name of the Senator from Pennsyl- bridge,’’; vania (Mr. CASEY) was added as a co- names of the Senator from Michigan (2) in section 2, by inserting ‘‘and its suc- sponsor of S. 1559, a bill to protect vic- (Mr. PETERS), the Senator from New cessors and assigns,’’ after ‘‘companies’’; tims of domestic violence, sexual as- Jersey (Mr. BOOKER) and the Senator (3) by redesignating sections 3, 4, and 5 as sault, stalking, and dating violence from Massachusetts (Mr. MARKEY) were sections 4, 5, and 6, respectively; from emotional and psychological added as cosponsors of S. 2116, a bill to (4) by inserting after section 2 the fol- trauma caused by acts of violence or improve certain programs of the Small lowing: Business Administration to better as- ‘‘SEC. 3. RIGHTS OF STARR-CAMARGO BRIDGE threats of violence against their pets. COMPANY AND SUCCESSORS AND S. 1659 sist small business customers in ac- ASSIGNS. At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the cessing broadband technology, and for ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Starr-Camargo names of the Senator from Washington other purposes. Bridge Company and its successors and as- (Ms. CANTWELL) and the Senator from S. 2120 signs shall have the rights and privileges granted to the B and P Bridge Company and Hawaii (Mr. SCHATZ) were added as co- At the request of Mrs. SHAHEEN, the name of the Senator from Michigan its successors and assigns under section 2 of sponsors of S. 1659, a bill to amend the the Act of May 1, 1928 (45 Stat. 471, chapter Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the (Mr. PETERS) was added as a cosponsor of S. 2120, a bill to amend title 38, 466). criteria for determining which States ‘‘(b) REQUIREMENT.—In exercising the and political subdivisions are subject United States Code, to require the Sec- rights and privileges granted under sub- to section 4 of the Act, and for other retary of Veterans Affairs to carry out section (a), the Starr-Camargo Bridge Com- purposes. a program to support veterans in con- pany and its successors and assigns shall act tact with the criminal justice system in accordance with— S. 1789 by discouraging unnecessary criminal- ‘‘(1) just compensation requirements; At the request of Mr. RISCH, his name ization of mental illness and other non- ‘‘(2) public proceeding requirements; and was added as a cosponsor of S. 1789, a violent crimes, and for other purposes. ‘‘(3) any other requirements applicable to bill to improve defense cooperation be- the exercise of the rights referred to in sub- S. 2126 tween the United States and the section (a) under the laws of the State of Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the Texas.’’; and names of the Senator from Michigan S. 1860 (5) in section 4 (as redesignated by para- (Mr. PETERS), the Senator from New graph (3))— At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the Jersey (Mr. BOOKER) and the Senator (A) by inserting ‘‘and its successors and as- name of the Senator from Wisconsin from North Dakota (Ms. HEITKAMP) signs,’’ after ‘‘such company’’; (Ms. BALDWIN) was added as a cospon- were added as cosponsors of S. 2126, a (B) by striking ‘‘or’’ after ‘‘public agen- sor of S. 1860, a bill to protect and pro- bill to reauthorize the women’s busi- cy,’’; mote international religious freedom. (C) by inserting ‘‘or to a corporation,’’ ness center program of the Small Busi- S. 1883 after ‘‘international bridge authority or ness Administration, and for other pur- At the request of Mr. REED, the name commission,’’; and poses. of the Senator from Minnesota (Ms. (D) by striking ‘‘authority, or commis- S. RES. 148 sion’’ each place it appears and inserting KLOBUCHAR) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. KIRK, the ‘‘authority, commission, or corporation’’. of S. 1883, a bill to maximize discovery, names of the Senator from Rhode Is- and accelerate development and avail- f land (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) and the Senator ability, of promising childhood cancer SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS from Massachusetts (Ms. WARREN) were treatments, and for other purposes. added as cosponsors of S. Res. 148, a S. 1896 resolution condemning the Govern- SENATE RESOLUTION 278—WEL- At the request of Mr. CASEY, the ment of Iran’s state-sponsored persecu- COMING THE PRESIDENT OF THE name of the Senator from Connecticut tion of its Baha’i minority and its con- REPUBLIC OF KOREA ON HER (Mr. BLUMENTHAL) was added as a co- tinued violation of the International OFFICIAL VISIT TO THE UNITED sponsor of S. 1896, a bill to amend the Covenants on Human Rights. STATES AND CELEBRATING THE Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to en- UNITED STATES-REPUBLIC OF sure that employees are not f KOREA RELATIONSHIP, AND FOR misclassified as non-employees, and for STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED OTHER PURPOSES other purposes. BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS Mr. GARDNER (for himself and Mr. S. 1996 By Mr. CORNYN: CARDIN) submitted the following reso- At the request of Mr. WARNER, the S. 2143. A bill to provide for the au- lution; which was referred to the Com- name of the Senator from New Hamp- thority for the successors and assigns mittee on Foreign Relations: shire (Mrs. SHAHEEN) was added as a co- of the Starr-Camargo Bridge Company sponsor of S. 1996, a bill to streamline to maintain and operate a toll bridge S. RES. 278 the employer reporting process and across the Rio Grande near Rio Grande Whereas the Government and people of the strengthen the eligibility verification City, Texas, and for other purposes; to United States and the Republic of Korea process for the premium assistance tax share a comprehensive alliance, a dynamic the Committee on Environment and partnership, and a personal friendship rooted credit and cost-sharing subsidy. Public Works. in the common values of freedom, democ- S. 2015 Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask racy, and a free market economy; At the request of Mr. ALEXANDER, the unanimous consent that the text of the Whereas the alliance between the United name of the Senator from South Caro- bill be printed in the RECORD. States and the Republic of Korea is a

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Kolmansberger and Bret Wagner, among ing against the threats posed by the regime that were provoked by the Government of others; and in Pyongyang; the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea; Whereas the Red Land Little League Team Whereas cooperation between our nations Whereas there are deep cultural and per- has brought tremendous excitement, pride, spans across the security, diplomatic, eco- sonal ties between the peoples of the United and honor to the city of Lewisberry, the nomic, energy, and cultural spheres; States and the Republic of Korea, as exem- county of York, the Commonwealth of Penn- Whereas the relationship between the peo- plified by the large flow of visitors and ex- sylvania, and the United States: Now, there- ple of the United States and the Republic of changes each year between the 2 countries, fore, be it Korea stretches back to Korea’s Chosun Dy- including Korean students studying in Resolved, That the Senate— nasty, when the United States and Korea es- United States colleges and universities; (1) congratulates and honors the Red Land tablished diplomatic relations under the 1882 Whereas Korean-Americans have made in- Little League Team and its loyal fans, affec- Treaty of Peace, Amity, Commerce, and valuable contributions to our Nation’s secu- tionately known as the ‘‘Red Sea’’, on the Navigation; rity, prosperity, and diversity; performance of the Team at the 69th Little Whereas the United States-Republic of Whereas, from October 14–16, 2015, Presi- League World Series championship; Korea alliance was forged in blood, with cas- dent Park Geun-hye will visit Washington (2) recognizes and commends the hard ualties of the United States during the Ko- for a second official visit to the United work, dedication, determination, and com- rean War of 54,246 dead (of whom 33,739 were States since her election as President; and mitment to excellence of the members, par- battle deaths) and more than 103,284 wound- Whereas the United States Government ents, families, coaches, and managers of the ed, and casualties of the Republic of Korea of looks forward to continuing to deepen our Red Land Little League Team; and over 50,000 soldiers dead and over 10,000 enduring partnership with the Republic of (3) recognizes and commends the people of wounded; Korea on security, economic, cultural issues, Lewisberry, Pennsylvania and the sur- Whereas the Korean War Veterans Rec- as well as embracing new opportunities for rounding area for their outstanding loyalty, ognition Act (Public Law 111–41) was enacted cooperation on emerging regional and global support, and countless hours of volunteerism on July 27, 2009, and President Barack challenges: Now, therefore, be it for the Red Land Little League Team Obama issued a proclamation to designate Resolved, That the Senate— throughout the season. the date as the National Korean War Vet- (1) welcomes Her Excellency Park Geun- f erans Armistice Day and called upon Ameri- hye, the President of the Republic of Korea, cans to display flags at half-staff in memory on her official visit to the United States; SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- of the Korean War veterans; (2) reaffirms the importance of the alliance TION 22—RECOGNIZING THE 50TH Whereas the Republic of Korea has stood between the United States and the Republic ANNIVERSARY OF THE WHITE shoulder-to-shoulder alongside the United of Korea, as enshrined in the Mutual Defense HOUSE FELLOWS PROGRAM States in all 4 major engagements the United Treaty of 1953, that is vital to peace and se- Mr. SULLIVAN (for himself and Mr. States has faced since World War II—the curity in Northeast Asia, and welcomes op- Vietnam War, the Persian Gulf War, in Af- REED) submitted the following concur- portunities to strengthen security ties, in- rent resolution; which was considered ghanistan, and in Iraq; cluding on space, cyber, and missile defense; Whereas, since the 1953 Mutual Defense and and agreed to: Treaty, to which the Senate gave its advice (3) encourages the United States Govern- S. CON. RES. 22 and consent to ratification on January 26, ment and the Government of the Republic of Whereas, in 1964, John W. Gardner pre- 1954, United States military personnel have Korea to continue to broaden and deepen the sented the idea of selecting a handful of out- maintained a continuous presence on the Ko- alliance by enhancing cooperation in the se- standing men and women to come to Wash- rean Peninsula, and currently there are ap- curity, economic, scientific, health, edu- ington, DC to participate as White House proximately 28,500 United States troops sta- cation, and cultural spheres. Fellows and learn the workings of the high- tioned in the Republic of Korea; est levels of the Government, learn about Whereas, in January 2014, the United f States and the Republic of Korea success- leadership as they observed the officials of fully concluded negotiations for a new five- SENATE RESOLUTION 279—HON- the United States in action, and meet with year Special Measures Agreement (SMA), es- ORING THE RED LAND LITTLE these officials and other leaders of society; tablishing the framework for Republic of LEAGUE TEAM OF LEWISBERRY, Whereas John W. Gardner believed that Korea contributions to offset the costs asso- PENNSYLVANIA, FOR THE PER- serving as Fellows would strengthen the abilities and desires of the Fellows to con- ciated with the stationing of United States FORMANCE OF THE TEAM IN Forces Korea (USFK) on the Korean Penin- tribute to their communities, their profes- THE 2015 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD sions, and their country; sula; SERIES Whereas, the Governments and people of Whereas President Lyndon B. Johnson es- the United States and the Republic of Korea Mr. CASEY (for himself and Mr. tablished the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships through Executive share a deep commitment to addressing the TOOMEY) submitted the following reso- continued suffering of the people of the Order 11183 (October 3, 1964) to create a pro- lution; which was considered and gram that would select between 11 and 19 Democratic People’s Republic of Korea due agreed to: to the human rights abuses and repression of outstanding young people of the United the regime in Pyongyang; S. RES. 279 States every year and bring them to Wash- Whereas, on March 15, 2012, the United Whereas on Saturday, August 29, 2015, the ington, DC for ‘‘first hand, high-level experi- States-Republic of Korea Free Trade Agree- Red Land Little League Team won the ence in the workings of the Federal Govern- ment entered into force, which both sides United States championship at the Little ment, to establish an era when the young have committed to fully implement, and the League Baseball World Series, defeating a men and women of America and their gov- Republic of Korea is the United States sixth- versatile and dynamic team from Pearland, ernment belonged to each other—belonged to largest trade partner, with United States Texas, with a walk-off hit in the bottom of each other in fact and in spirit’’; goods and exports to Korea reaching a record the sixth inning to win 3-2; Whereas the White House Fellows program level of $44,500,000,000 in 2014, up over 7 per- Whereas on Sunday, August 30, 2015, the has steadfastly remained a nonpartisan pro- cent compared to 2013; Red Land Little League Team competed gram that has served and been supported by Whereas, on May 7, 2013, the United States against the Kitasuna Little League Team 9 Presidents exceptionally well; and the Republic of Korea signed a Joint from Tokyo, Japan, in the 69th Annual Lit- Whereas the 725 White House Fellows who Declaration in Commemoration of the 60th tle League World Series championship and have served have established a legacy of Anniversary of the Alliance Between the Re- set the record for the most runs scored in the leadership in every aspect of our society, in- public of Korea and the United States; first inning with 10 runs; cluding— Whereas, on May 8, 2013, Her Excellency Whereas the Red Land Little League Team (1) appointments as Cabinet officers, am- Park Geun-hye, the President of the Repub- is the first York County team to win a na- bassadors, special envoys, United States At- lic of Korea, addressed a Joint Session of tional Little League championship and the torneys, deputy and assistant secretaries of Congress; first team from Pennsylvania to win the na- departments, and senior White House staff; (2) election to the House of Representa- Whereas the United States Government tional Little League championship since tives, the Senate, and State and local gov- notes the address delivered by President 1990; ernment; Park Geun-hye in Dresden, Germany, on Whereas the Red Land Little League Team (3) appointments to the Federal, State, and March 28, 2014, and recognizes her efforts to is comprised of: Camden Walter, Braden local judiciary; promote peace, stability, and cooperation in Kolmansberger, Dylan Rodenhaber, Adam (4) leadership in many of the largest cor- Northeast Asia; Cramer, Jaden Henline, Chayton Krauss, porations and law firms in the United States; Whereas the United States Government ap- Kaden Peifer, Cole Wagner, Zack Sooy, Jake and preciates the Government of the Republic of Cubbler, Jarrett Wisman, Bailey Wirt, and (5) service as presidents of colleges and Korea’s leadership and the critical role of Ethan Phillips; universities, deans of the most distinguished the United States–Republic of Korea alliance Whereas the Red Land Little League Team graduate schools in the United States, offi- in defusing tensions along the Demilitarized is managed by Tom Peifer and coached by cials in nonprofit organizations, leaders in

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Mr. DAINES (for Mr. THUNE) tively; resource that has served the United States in (3) by redesignating paragraphs (2) through major challenges, including— proposed an amendment to the bill H.R. 34, to authorize and strengthen (6) as paragraphs (3) through (7), respec- (1) organizing resettlement operations fol- tively; lowing the Vietnam War; the tsunami detection, forecast, warn- (4) by inserting after paragraph (1) the fol- (2) assisting with the national response to ing, research, and mitigation program lowing: terrorist attacks; of the National Oceanic and Atmos- ‘‘(2) to the degree practicable, maintain (3) managing the aftermath of natural dis- pheric Administration, and for other not less than 80 percent of the Deep-ocean asters, such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita; purposes; as follows: (4) providing support to earthquake vic- Assessment and Reporting of Tsunamis buoy tims in Haiti and Nepal; In lieu of the matter proposed to be in- array at operational capacity to optimize (5) serving in the Armed Forces of the serted, add the following: data reliability;’’. United States in Iraq and Afghanistan; and SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. (5) by amending paragraph (5), as redesig- (6) reforming and innovating in national This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Tsunami nated by paragraph (3), to read as follows: and international securities and capital mar- Warning, Education, and Research Act of ‘‘(5) provide tsunami forecasting capability kets; 2015’’. based on models and measurements, includ- Whereas the post-Fellowship years of the SEC. 2. REFERENCES TO THE TSUNAMI WARNING ing tsunami inundation models and maps for 725 White House Fellows are characterized by AND EDUCATION ACT. use in increasing the preparedness of com- a demonstrable lifetime commitment to pub- Except as otherwise expressly provided, munities and safeguarding port and harbor lic service through continuing personal and whenever in this Act an amendment or re- operations, that incorporate inputs, includ- professional renewal and association, cre- peal is expressed in terms of an amendment ing— ating a White House Fellows Community of to, or repeal of, a section or other provision, ‘‘(A) the United States and global ocean Mutual Support for leadership at every level the reference shall be considered to be made and coastal observing system; of government and in every element of life in to a section or other provision of the Tsu- ‘‘(B) the global Earth observing system; the United States; and nami Warning and Education Act (Public ‘‘(C) the global seismic network; Whereas September 1, 2015, marked the Law 109–424; 33 U.S.C. 3201 et seq.). ‘‘(D) the Advanced National Seismic sys- 50th anniversary of the first class of White SEC. 3. EXPANSION OF PURPOSES OF TSUNAMI tem; House Fellows to serve the United States: WARNING AND EDUCATION ACT. ‘‘(E) tsunami model validation using his- Now, therefore, be it Section 3 (33 U.S.C. 3202) is amended— torical and paleotsunami data; Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ‘‘re- ‘‘(F) digital elevation models and bathym- resentatives concurring), That Congress— search,’’ after ‘‘warnings,’’; etry; (1) recognizes the 50th anniversary of the (2) by amending paragraph (2) to read as ‘‘(G) newly developing tsunami detection White House Fellows program and commends follows: methodologies using satellites and airborne the White House Fellows for their continuing ‘‘(2) to enhance and modernize the existing remote sensing; and lifetime commitment to public service; United States Tsunami Warning System to ‘‘(H) any other data the Administrator de- (2) acknowledges the legacy of leadership increase the accuracy of forecasts and warn- termines is necessary;’’; provided by White House Fellows over the ings, to ensure full coverage of tsunami years in their local communities, the United threats to the United States with a network (6) by amending paragraph (7), as redesig- States, and the world; and of detection assets, and to reduce false nated by paragraph (3), to read as follows: (3) expresses appreciation and support for alarms;’’; ‘‘(7) include a cooperative effort among the the continuing leadership of White House (3) by amending paragraph (3) to read as Administration, the United States Geologi- Fellows in all aspects of the national life of follows: cal Survey, and the National Science Foun- the United States in the years ahead. ‘‘(3) to improve and develop standards and dation under which the Director of the United States Geological Survey and the Di- f guidelines for mapping, modeling, and as- sessment efforts to improve tsunami detec- rector of the National Science Foundation AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND tion, forecasting, warnings, notification, shall— PROPOSED mitigation, resiliency, response, outreach, ‘‘(A) provide rapid and reliable seismic in- and recovery;’’; formation to the Administrator from inter- SA 2708. Mr. BOOKER submitted an (4) by redesignating paragraphs (4), (5), and national and domestic seismic networks; and amendment intended to be proposed by him (6) as paragraphs (5), (6), and (8), respec- ‘‘(B) support seismic stations installed be- to the concurrent resolution S. Con. Res. 21, tively; fore the date of the enactment of the Tsu- authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in (5) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- nami Warning, Education, and Research Act the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to lowing: commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the of 2015 to supplement coverage in areas of ‘‘(4) to improve research efforts related to ratification of the 13th Amendment; which sparse instrumentation;’’; improving tsunami detection, forecasting, was referred to the Committee on Rules and (7) in paragraph (8), as redesignated by warnings, notification, mitigation, resil- Administration. paragraph (2)— iency, response, outreach, and recovery;’’; SA 2709. Mr. DAINES (for Mr. THUNE) pro- (A) by inserting ‘‘, including graphical (6) in paragraph (5), as redesignated— posed an amendment to the bill H.R. 34, to warning products,’’ after ‘‘warnings’’; (A) by striking ‘‘and increase’’ and insert- authorize and strengthen the tsunami detec- (B) by inserting ‘‘, territories,’’ after ing ‘‘, increase, and develop uniform stand- tion, forecast, warning, research, and mitiga- ‘‘States’’; and ards and guidelines for’’; and tion program of the National Oceanic and (C) by inserting ‘‘and Wireless Emergency (B) by inserting ‘‘, including the warning Atmospheric Administration, and for other Alerts’’ after ‘‘Hazards Program’’; and signs of locally generated tsunami’’ after purposes. (8) in paragraph (9), as redesignated by ‘‘approaching’’; SA 2710. Mr. DAINES (for Mr. SASSE) pro- paragraph (2)— (7) in paragraph (6), as redesignated, by posed an amendment to the bill H.R. 3116, to striking ‘‘, including the Indian Ocean; and’’ (A) by inserting ‘‘provide and’’ before extend by 15 years the authority of the Sec- and inserting a semicolon; and ‘‘allow’’; and retary of Commerce to conduct the quarterly (8) by inserting after paragraph (6), as re- (B) by inserting ‘‘and commercial and Fed- financial report program. designated, the following: eral undersea communications cables’’ after f ‘‘(7) to foster resilient communities in the ‘‘observing technologies’’. face of tsunami and other similar coastal TEXT OF AMENDMENTS (c) TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.—Subsection hazards; and’’. (c) of section 4 (33 U.S.C. 3203(c)) is amended SA 2708. Mr. BOOKER submitted an SEC. 4. MODIFICATION OF TSUNAMI FORE- to read as follows: amendment intended to be proposed by CASTING AND WARNING PROGRAM. ‘‘(c) TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.—The pro- him to the concurrent resolution S. (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (a) of section 4 (33 U.S.C. 3203(a)) is amended by striking gram under this section shall operate a tsu- Con. Res. 21, authorizing the use of nami warning system that— Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Vis- ‘‘Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico region’’ and inserting ‘‘Atlantic ‘‘(1) is capable of forecasting tsunami, in- itor Center for a ceremony to com- Ocean region, including the Caribbean Sea cluding forecasting tsunami arrival time and memorate the 150th Anniversary of the and the Gulf of Mexico’’. inundation estimates, anywhere in the Pa- ratification of the 13th Amendment; (b) COMPONENTS.—Subsection (b) of section cific and Arctic Ocean regions and providing which was referred to the Committee 4 (33 U.S.C. 3203(b)) is amended— adequate warnings;

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The Centers shall include— and Research Act of 2015 used by the Na- ‘‘(1) identify which assets of other Federal ‘‘(A) the National Tsunami Warning Cen- tional Weather Service on such date and agencies are necessary to support such pro- ter, located in Alaska, which is primarily re- newer mass communication technologies as gram; and sponsible for Alaska and the continental they are developed as a part of the Weather- ‘‘(2) work with each agency identified United States; Ready Nation program of the Administra- under paragraph (1)— ‘‘(B) the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, tion, or otherwise, for the purpose of timely ‘‘(A) to acquire the agency’s assistance; located in Hawaii, which is primarily respon- and effective delivery of tsunami warnings. and sible for Hawaii, the Caribbean, and other ‘‘(5) UNIFORM OPERATING PROCEDURES.—The ‘‘(B) to prioritize the necessary assets in areas of the Pacific not covered by the Na- Administrator shall— support of the tsunami forecast and warning tional Center; and ‘‘(A) develop uniform operational proce- program.’’. ‘‘(C) any additional forecast and warning dures for the centers supported or main- (g) UNNECESSARY PROVISIONS.—Section 4 centers determined by the National Weather tained under paragraph (1), including the use (33 U.S.C. 3203) is further amended— Service to be necessary. of software applications, checklists, decision (1) by striking subsection (g); ‘‘(2) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The responsibil- support tools, and tsunami warning products (2) by striking subsections (i) through (k); ities of the centers supported or maintained that have been standardized across the pro- and under paragraph (1) shall include the fol- gram supported under this section; (3) by redesignating subsection (h) as sub- lowing: ‘‘(B) ensure that processes and products of section (g). ‘‘(A) Continuously monitoring data from the warning system operated under sub- seismological, deep ocean, coastal sea level, section (c)— (h) CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATIONS.—Sub- and tidal monitoring stations and other data ‘‘(i) reflect industry best practices when section (g) of section 4 (33 U.S.C. 3203(g)), as sources as may be developed and deployed. practicable; redesignated by subsection (g)(3), is amend- ‘‘(B) Evaluating earthquakes, landslides, ‘‘(ii) conform to the maximum extent prac- ed— and volcanic eruptions that have the poten- ticable with internationally recognized tial to generate tsunami. (1) in the matter before paragraph (1), by standards for information technology; and striking ‘‘30’’ and inserting ‘‘90’’; ‘‘(C) Evaluating deep ocean buoy data and ‘‘(iii) conform to the maximum extent tidal monitoring stations for indications of (2) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) practicable with other warning products and as subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively, tsunami resulting from earthquakes and practices of the National Weather Service; other sources. and moving such subparagraphs 2 ems to the ‘‘(C) ensure that future adjustments to right; ‘‘(D) To the extent practicable, utilizing a operational protocols, processes, and warn- range of models, including ensemble models, (3) in the matter before subparagraph (A), ing products— as redesignated by paragraph (2), by striking to predict tsunami, including arrival times, ‘‘(i) are made consistently across the warn- flooding estimates, coastal and harbor cur- ‘‘The Administrator’’ and inserting the fol- ing system operated under subsection (c); lowing: rents, and duration. and ‘‘(E) Using data from the Integrated Ocean ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator’’; ‘‘(ii) are applied in a uniform manner (4) in paragraph (1), as redesignated by Observing System of the Administration in across such warning system; coordination with regional associations to paragraph (3)— ‘‘(D) establish a systematic method for in- (A) in subparagraph (A), as redesignated by calculate new inundation estimates and peri- formation technology product development paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end; odically update existing inundation esti- to improve long-term technology planning (B) in subparagraph (B), as redesignated by mates. efforts; and paragraph (2), by striking the period at the ‘‘(F) Disseminating forecasts and tsunami ‘‘(E) disseminate guidelines and metrics end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and warning bulletins to Federal, State, tribal, for evaluating and improving tsunami fore- (C) by adding at the end the following: and local government officials and the pub- cast models. ‘‘(C) the occurrence of a significant tsu- lic. ‘‘(6) AVAILABLE RESOURCES.—The Adminis- nami warning.’’; and ‘‘(G) Coordinating with the tsunami hazard trator, through the National Weather Serv- (5) by adding at the end the following: mitigation program conducted under section ice, shall ensure that resources are available ‘‘(2) CONTENTS.—In a case in which notice 5 to ensure ongoing sharing of information to fulfill the obligations of this Act. This in- is submitted under paragraph (1) within 90 between forecasters and emergency manage- cludes ensuring supercomputing resources ment officials. are available to run, as rapidly as possible, days of a significant tsunami warning de- ‘‘(H) In coordination with the Coast Guard, such computer models as are needed for pur- scribed in subparagraph (C) of such para- evaluating and recommending procedures for poses of the tsunami warning system oper- graph, such notice shall include, as appro- ports and harbors at risk of tsunami inunda- ated under subsection (c).’’. priate, brief information and analysis of— tion, including review of readiness, response, (e) TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY; MAINTE- ‘‘(A) the accuracy of the tsunami model and communication strategies, and data NANCE AND UPGRADES.—Subsection (e) of sec- used; sharing policies. tion 4 (33 U.S.C. 3203(e)) is amended to read ‘‘(B) the specific deep ocean or other moni- ‘‘(I) Making data gathered under this Act as follows: toring equipment that detected the incident, and post-warning analyses conducted by the ‘‘(e) TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY; MAINTE- as well as the deep ocean or other moni- National Weather Service or other relevant NANCE AND UPGRADES.—In carrying out this toring equipment that did not detect the in- Administration offices available to the pub- section, the Administrator shall— cident due to malfunction or other reasons; lic. ‘‘(1) develop requirements for the equip- ‘‘(C) the effectiveness of the warning com- ‘‘(J) Integrating and modernizing the pro- ment used to forecast tsunami, including— munication, including the dissemination of gram operated under this section with ad- ‘‘(A) provisions for multipurpose detection warnings with State, territory, local, and vances in tsunami science to improve per- platforms; tribal partners in the affected area under the formance without compromising service. ‘‘(B) reliability and performance metrics; jurisdiction of the National Weather Service; ‘‘(3) FAIL-SAFE WARNING CAPABILITY.—The and and tsunami warning centers supported or main- ‘‘(C) to the maximum extent practicable, ‘‘(D) such other findings as the Adminis- tained under paragraph (1) shall maintain a requirements for the integration of equip- trator considers appropriate.’’.

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MODIFICATION OF NATIONAL TSUNAMI ‘‘(B) The development of decision support have the opportunity to participate in the HAZARD MITIGATION PROGRAM. tools. program; (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 5 (33 U.S.C. 3204) ‘‘(C) The incorporation of social science re- ‘‘(C) provide recommendations to the Ad- is amended by striking subsections (a) search into community readiness and resil- ministrator on how to improve and continu- through (d) and inserting the following: ience efforts. ously advance the TsunamiReady program of ‘‘(a) PROGRAM REQUIRED.—The Adminis- ‘‘(D) The development of evidence-based the National Weather Service, particularly trator, in coordination with the Adminis- education guidelines. on ways to make communities more tsunami trator of the Federal Emergency Manage- ‘‘(7) Dissemination of guidelines and stand- resilient through the use of inundation maps ment Agency and the heads of such other ards for community planning, education, and and models and other hazard mitigation agencies as the Administrator considers rel- training products, programs, and tools, in- practices; evant, shall conduct a community-based tsu- cluding— ‘‘(D) ensure that all components of the pro- nami hazard mitigation program to improve ‘‘(A) standards for— gram required by subsection (a) are inte- tsunami preparedness and resiliency of at- ‘‘(i) mapping products; grated with ongoing State based hazard risk areas in the United States and the terri- ‘‘(ii) inundation models; and warning, risk management, and resilience tories of the United States. ‘‘(iii) effective emergency exercises; and activities, including— ‘‘(b) PROGRAM COMPONENTS.—The Program ‘‘(B) recommended guidance for at-risk ‘‘(i) integrating activities with emergency conducted under subsection (a) shall include port and harbor tsunami warning, evacu- response plans, disaster recovery, hazard the following: ation, and response procedures in coordina- mitigation, and community development ‘‘(1) Technical and financial assistance to tion with the Coast Guard. programs in affected areas; and coastal States, territories, tribes, and local ‘‘(c) AUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES.—In addition ‘‘(ii) integrating information to assist in governments to develop and implement ac- to activities conducted under subsection (b), tsunami evacuation route planning. tivities under this section. the program conducted under subsection (a) ‘‘(5) EXEMPTION FROM FACA.—The provi- ‘‘(2) Integration of tsunami preparedness may include the following: sions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and mitigation programs into ongoing State- ‘‘(1) Multidisciplinary vulnerability assess- (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the com- based hazard warning, resilience planning, ment research, education, and training to mittee established and maintained under and risk management activities, including help integrate risk management and resil- paragraph (1). predisaster planning, emergency response, ience objectives with community develop- ‘‘(e) NO PREEMPTION WITH RESPECT TO DES- evacuation planning, disaster recovery, haz- ment planning and policies. IGNATION OF AT-RISK AREAS.—The establish- ard mitigation, and community development ‘‘(2) Risk management training for local ment of national standards for inundation and redevelopment planning programs in af- officials and community organizations to en- models under this section shall not prevent fected areas. hance understanding and preparedness. States, territories, tribes, and local govern- ‘‘(3) Activities to promote the adoption of ‘‘(3) Interagency, Federal, State, tribal, ments from designating additional areas as tsunami resilience, preparedness, warning, and territorial intergovernmental tsunami being at risk based on knowledge of local conditions. and mitigation measures by Federal, State, response exercise planning and implementa- ‘‘(f) NO NEW REGULATORY AUTHORITY.— territorial, tribal, and local governments and tion in high risk areas. ‘‘(4) Development of practical applications Nothing in this Act may be construed as es- nongovernmental entities, including edu- tablishing new regulatory authority for any for existing or emerging technologies, such cational and risk communication programs Federal agency.’’. as modeling, remote sensing, geospatial to discourage development in high-risk (b) REPORT ON ACCREDITATION OF technology, engineering, and observing sys- areas. TSUNAMIREADY PROGRAM.—Not later than 180 ‘‘(4) Activities to support the development tems, including the integration of tsunami days after the date of enactment of this Act, of regional tsunami hazard and risk assess- sensors into Federal and commercial sub- the Administrator of the National Oceanic ments. Such regional risk assessments may marine telecommunication cables if prac- and Atmospheric Administration shall sub- include the following: ticable. mit to the Committee on Commerce, ‘‘(A) The sources, sizes, and other relevant ‘‘(5) Risk management, risk assessment, Science, and Transportation of the Senate historical data of tsunami in the region, in- and resilience data and information services, and the Committee on Science, Space, and cluding paleotsunami data. including— Technology of the House of Representatives ‘‘(B) Inundation models and maps of crit- ‘‘(A) access to data and products derived a report on which authorities and activities ical infrastructure and socioeconomic vul- from observing and detection systems; and would be needed to have the TsunamiReady nerability in areas subject to tsunami inun- ‘‘(B) development and maintenance of new program of the National Weather Service ac- dation. integrated data products to support risk credited by the Emergency Management Ac- ‘‘(C) Maps of evacuation areas and evacu- management, risk assessment, and resilience creditation Program. programs. ation routes, including, when appropriate, SEC. 6. MODIFICATION OF TSUNAMI RESEARCH traffic studies that evaluate the viability of ‘‘(6) Risk notification systems that coordi- PROGRAM. evacuation routes. nate with and build upon existing systems Section 6 (33 U.S.C. 3205) is amended— ‘‘(D) Evaluations of the size of populations and actively engage decisionmakers, State, (1) in the matter before paragraph (1), by that will require evacuation, including popu- local, tribal, and territorial governments and striking ‘‘The Administrator shall’’ and all lations with special evacuation needs. agencies, business communities, nongovern- that follows through ‘‘establish or maintain’’ ‘‘(E) Evaluations and technical assistance mental organizations, and the media. and inserting the following: for vertical evacuation structure planning ‘‘(d) COORDINATING COMMITTEE.— ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator for communities where models indicate lim- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall shall, in consultation with such other Fed- ited or no ability for timely evacuation, es- maintain a coordinating committee to assist eral agencies, State, tribal, and territorial pecially in areas at risk of near shore gen- the Administrator in the conduct of the pro- governments, and academic institutions as erated tsunami. gram required by subsection (a). the Administrator considers appropriate, the ‘‘(F) Evaluation of at-risk ports and har- ‘‘(2) COMPOSITION.—The coordinating com- coordinating committee under section 5(d), bors. mittee shall be composed of members as fol- and the panel under section 8(a), support or ‘‘(G) Evaluation of the effect of tsunami lows: maintain’’; currents on the foundations of closely- ‘‘(A) Representatives from each of the (2) in subsection (a), as designated by para- spaced, coastal high-rise structures. States and territories most at risk from tsu- graph (1), by striking ‘‘and assessment for ‘‘(5) Activities to promote preparedness in nami, including Alaska, Washington, Oregon, tsunami tracking and numerical forecast at-risk ports and harbors, including the fol- California, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, modeling. Such research program shall—’’ lowing: American Samoa, and the Northern Mari- and inserting the following: ‘‘assessment for ‘‘(A) Evaluation and recommendation of anas Islands. tsunami tracking and numerical forecast procedures for ports and harbors in the event ‘‘(B) Such other members as the Adminis- modeling, and standards development. of a distant or near-field tsunami. trator considers appropriate to represent ‘‘(b) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The research pro- ‘‘(B) A review of readiness, response, and Federal, State, tribal, territorial, and local gram supported or maintained under sub- communication strategies to ensure coordi- governments. section (a) shall—’’; and nation and data sharing with the Coast ‘‘(3) SUBCOMMITTEES.—The Administrator (3) in subsection (b), as designated by para- Guard. may approve the formation of subcommit- graph (2)— ‘‘(6) Activities to support the development tees to address specific program components (A) by amending paragraph (1) to read as of community-based outreach and education or regional issues. follows: programs to ensure community readiness ‘‘(4) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The coordinating ‘‘(1) consider other appropriate and cost ef- and resilience, including the following: committee shall— fective solutions to mitigate the impact of ‘‘(A) The development, implementation, ‘‘(A) provide feedback on how funds should tsunami, including the improvement of near- and assessment of technical training and be prioritized to carry out the program re- field and distant tsunami detection and fore- public education programs, including edu- quired by subsection (a); casting capabilities, which may include use cation programs that address unique charac- ‘‘(B) ensure that areas described in section of a new generation of the Deep-ocean As- teristics of distant and near-field tsunami. 4(c) in the United States and its territories sessment and Reporting of Tsunamis array,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:02 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC6.020 S06OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with SENATE S7166 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE October 6, 2015 integration of tsunami sensors into commer- ‘‘(1) review the activities of the Adminis- military first responder and search and res- cial and Federal telecommunications cables, tration, and other Federal activities as ap- cue operation centers, bases, and other fa- and other real-time tsunami monitoring sys- propriate, relating to tsunami research, de- cilities as well as other critical response as- tems and supercomputer capacity of the Ad- tection, forecasting, warning, mitigation, re- sets and infrastructure, including search and ministration to develop a rapid tsunami siliency, and preparation; and rescue aircraft, located within near-shore forecast for all United States coastlines;’’; ‘‘(2) submit to the Administrator and such and distant tsunami inundation areas on the (B) in paragraph (3)— others as the Administrator considers appro- day before the date of the enactment of this (i) by striking ‘‘include’’ and inserting priate— Act. ‘‘conduct’’; and ‘‘(A) the findings of the working group (D) An evaluation of near-shore tsunami (ii) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end; with respect to the most recent review con- response plans in areas described in subpara- (C) by redesignating paragraph (4) as para- ducted under paragraph (1); and graph (C) in effect on the day before the date graph (5); ‘‘(B) such recommendations for legislative of the enactment of this Act, and how those (D) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- or administrative action as the working response plans would be affected by the loss lowing: group considers appropriate to improve Fed- of search and rescue and first responder in- ‘‘(4) develop the technical basis for valida- eral tsunami research, detection, fore- frastructure described in such subparagraph. tion of tsunami maps, numerical tsunami casting, warning, mitigation, resiliency, and (E) A description of redevelopment plans models, digital elevation models, and fore- preparation. and reports in effect on the day before the casts; and’’; and ‘‘(d) REPORTS TO CONGRESS.—Not less fre- date of the enactment of this Act for com- (E) in paragraph (5), as redesignated by quently than once every 4 years, the Admin- munities in areas that are at high-risk for subparagraph (C), by striking ‘‘to the sci- istrator shall submit to the Committee on near-shore tsunami, as well identification of entific community’’ and inserting ‘‘to the Commerce, Science, and Transportation of States or communities that do not have re- public and the scientific community’’. the Senate, and the Committee on Science, development plans. Space, and Technology of the House of Rep- SEC. 7. GLOBAL TSUNAMI WARNING AND MITIGA- (F) Recommendations to enhance near- resentatives a report on the findings and rec- TION NETWORK. shore tsunami preparedness and response ommendations received by the Adminis- Section 7 (33 U.S.C. 3206) is amended— plans, including recommended responder ex- trator under subsection (c)(2).’’. (1) by amending subsection (a) to read as ercises, predisaster planning, and mitigation follows: SEC. 9. REPORTS. needs. (a) REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TSUNAMI ‘‘(a) SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF AN (G) Such other data and analysis informa- WARNING AND EDUCATION ACT.— INTERNATIONAL TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.— tion as the Administrator and the Secretary (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year after The Administrator shall, in coordination of Homeland Security consider appropriate. the date of the enactment of this Act, the with the Secretary of State and in consulta- (3) APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF CON- Administrator of the National Oceanic and tion with such other agencies as the Admin- GRESS.—In this subsection, the term ‘‘appro- Atmospheric Administration shall submit to istrator considers relevant, provide technical priate committees of Congress’’ means— Congress a report on the implementation of assistance, operational support, and training (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, the Tsunami Warning and Education Act (33 to the Intergovernmental Oceanographic and Transportation and the Committee on U.S.C. 3201 et seq.). Commission of the United Nations Edu- Homeland Security and Governmental Af- cational, Scientific, and Cultural Organiza- (2) ELEMENTS.—The report required by paragraph (1) shall include the following: fairs of the Senate; and tion, the World Meteorological Organization (B) the Committee on Science, Space, and of the United Nations, and such other inter- (A) A detailed description of the progress made in implementing sections 4(d)(6), Technology and the Committee on Homeland national entities as the Administrator con- Security of the House of Representatives. siders appropriate, as part of the inter- 5(b)(6), and 6(b)(4) of the Tsunami Warning SEC. 10. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. national efforts to develop a fully functional and Education Act. Section 9 of the Act, as redesignated by global tsunami forecast and warning system (B) A description of the ways that tsunami section 8(a)(1) of this Act, is amended— comprised of regional tsunami warning net- warnings and warning products issued by the (1) in paragraph (4)(B), by striking ‘‘and’’ works.’’; Tsunami Forecasting and Warning Program at the end; (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘shall’’ established under section 4 of the Tsunami (2) in paragraph (5)(B), by striking the pe- each place it appears and inserting ‘‘may’’; Warning and Education Act (33 U.S.C. 3203) riod at the end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and and can be standardized and streamlined with (3) by adding at the end the following: (3) in subsection (c)— warnings and warning products for hurri- ‘‘(6) $27,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2016 (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘estab- canes, coastal storms, and other coastal through 2021, of which— lishing’’ and inserting ‘‘supporting’’; and flooding events. ‘‘(A) not less than 27 percent of the amount (B) in paragraph (2)— (b) REPORT ON NATIONAL EFFORTS THAT appropriated for each fiscal year shall be for (i) by striking ‘‘establish’’ and inserting SUPPORT RAPID RESPONSE FOLLOWING NEAR- activities conducted at the State level under ‘‘support’’; and SHORE TSUNAMI EVENTS.— the tsunami hazard mitigation program (ii) by striking ‘‘establishing’’ and insert- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year after under section 5; and ing ‘‘supporting’’. the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Secretary of Home- ‘‘(B) not less than 8 percent of the amount SEC. 8. TSUNAMI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AD- appropriated shall be for the tsunami re- VISORY PANEL. land Security shall jointly, in coordination search program under section 6.’’. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Act is further amend- with the Director of the United States Geo- ed— logical Survey, Administrator of the Federal SEC. 11. OUTREACH RESPONSIBILITIES. (1) by redesignating section 8 (33 U.S.C. Emergency Management Agency, the Chief The Administrator of the National Oceanic 3207) as section 9; and of the National Guard Bureau, and the heads and Atmospheric Administration, in coordi- (2) by inserting after section 7 (33 U.S.C. of such other Federal agencies as the Admin- nation with State and local emergency man- 3206) the following: istrator considers appropriate, submit to the agers, shall develop and carry out formal ‘‘SEC. 8. TSUNAMI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY appropriate committees of Congress a report outreach activities to improve tsunami edu- ADVISORY PANEL. on the national efforts in effect on the day cation and awareness and foster the develop- ‘‘(a) DESIGNATION.—The Administrator before the date of the enactment of this Act ment of resilient communities. Outreach ac- shall designate an existing working group that support and facilitate rapid emergency tivities may include— within the Science Advisory Board of the Ad- response following a domestic near-shore (1) the development of outreach plans to ministration to manage the Tsunami tsunami event to better understand domestic ensure the close integration of tsunami Science and Technology Advisory Panel to effects of earthquake derived tsunami on warning centers supported or maintained provide advice to the Administrator on mat- people, infrastructure, and communities in under section 4(d) of the Tsunami Warning ters regarding tsunami science, technology, the United States. and Education Act (33 U.S.C. 3203(d)) with and regional preparedness. (2) ELEMENTS.—The report required by local Weather Forecast Offices of the Na- ‘‘(b) MEMBERSHIP.— paragraph (1) shall include the following: tional Weather Service and emergency man- ‘‘(1) COMPOSITION.—The Panel shall be com- (A) A description of scientific or other agers; posed of no fewer than 7 members selected by measurements collected on the day before (2) working with appropriate local Weather the Administrator from among individuals the date of the enactment of this Act to Forecast Offices to ensure they have the from academia or State agencies who have quickly identify and quantify lost or de- technical knowledge and capability to dis- academic or practical expertise in physical graded infrastructure or terrestrial forma- seminate tsunami warnings to the commu- sciences, social sciences, information tech- tions. nities they serve; and nology, coastal resilience, emergency man- (B) A description of scientific or other (3) evaluating the effectiveness of warnings agement, or such other disciplines as the Ad- measurements that would be necessary to and of coordination with local Weather Fore- ministrator considers appropriate. collect to quickly identify and quantify lost cast Offices after significant tsunami events. ‘‘(2) FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT.—No member of or degraded infrastructure or terrestrial for- SEC. 12. MODIFICATION OF COASTAL OCEAN PRO- the Panel may be a Federal employee. mations. GRAM. ‘‘(c) RESPONSIBILITIES.—Not less frequently (C) Identification and evaluation of Fed- Section 201(c) of the National Oceanic and than once every 4 years, the Panel shall— eral, State, local, tribal, territorial, and Atmospheric Administration Authorization

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Without and Wong, who is an American Association (2) by adding at the end the following: objection, it is so ordered. for the Advancement of Science fellow ‘‘(2) REGIONAL COASTAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL in my office, be granted floor privileges COALITIONS.—The Administrator of the Na- RESOURCES for the remainder of this Congress. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tion may form regional coastal risk manage- unanimous consent that the Com- objection, it is so ordered. ment coalitions comprised of representatives mittee on Energy and Natural Re- f of Federal, State, local, and tribal govern- sources be authorized to meet during ments, community groups, academic institu- the session of the Senate on October 6, TSUNAMI WARNING, EDUCATION, tions, and nongovernmental groups to ad- AND RESEARCH ACT OF 2015 vance the goals of this section for commu- 2015, at 10:30 a.m., in room SD–366 of nities facing common coastal hazards and the Dirksen Senate Office Building. Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask risks. Such coalitions may enter into an The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without unanimous consent that the Senate agreement with an organization described in objection, it is so ordered. proceed to the immediate consider- section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS ation of Calendar No. 237, H.R. 34. of 1986 to establish a nonprofit foundation in Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask The PRESIDING OFFICER. The order to accept gifts and donations to sup- unanimous consent that the Com- clerk will report the bill by title. port the goals of this subsection.’’. The senior assistant legislative clerk SEC. 13. REPEAL OF DUPLICATE PROVISIONS OF mittee on Foreign Relations be author- LAW. ized to meet during the session of the read as follows: (a) REPEAL.—The Magnuson-Stevens Fish- Senate on October 6, 2015, at 2:30 p.m., A bill (H.R. 34) to authorize and strengthen ery Conservation and Management Reau- to conduct a hearing entitled ‘‘The the tsunami detection, forecast, warning, re- search, and mitigation program of the Na- thorization Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–479) is U.S. Role and Strategy in the Middle amended by striking title VIII (relating to tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- tsunami warning and education). East: Yemen and the Countries of the tion, and for other purposes. (b) CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this section Gulf Cooperation Council.’’ There being no objection, the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without shall be construed to repeal, or affect in any proceeded to consider the bill, which way, Public Law 109–424. objection, it is so ordered. had been reported from the Committee COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, SA 2710. Mr. DAINES (for Mr. SASSE) on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- AND PENSIONS proposed an amendment to the bill tation, with an amendment to strike Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask H.R. 3116, to extend by 15 years the au- all after the enacting clause and insert thority of the Secretary of Commerce unanimous consent that the Com- in lieu thereof the following: to conduct the quarterly financial re- mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions be authorized to meet SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. port program; as follows: This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Tsunami Warn- during the session of the Senate, on Oc- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ing, Education, and Research Act of 2015’’. lowing: tober 6, 2015, at 10 a.m., in room SD–430 SEC. 2. REFERENCES TO THE TSUNAMI WARNING SEC. l. REPORT ON DATA SECURITY PROCE- of the Dirksen Senate Office Building AND EDUCATION ACT. DURES OF THE BUREAU OF THE to conduct a hearing entitled ‘‘ Steal- Except as otherwise expressly provided, when- CENSUS. ing the American Dream of Business ever in this Act an amendment or repeal is ex- (a) REVIEW.—The Secretary of Commerce Ownership: The NLRB’s Joint Em- pressed in terms of an amendment to, or repeal shall conduct a review of the data security of, a section or other provision, the reference procedures of the Bureau of the Census, in- ployer Decision.’’ The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without shall be considered to be made to a section or cluding such procedures that have been im- other provision of the Tsunami Warning and plemented since the data breaches of sys- objection, it is so ordered. Education Act (Public Law 109–424; 33 U.S.C. tems of the Office of Personnel Management COMMITTEE ON VETERANS’ AFFAIRS 3201 et seq.). were announced in 2015. Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask SEC. 3. EXPANSION OF PURPOSES OF TSUNAMI (b) REPORT.— unanimous consent that the Com- WARNING AND EDUCATION ACT. (1) REQUIREMENT.—Not later than 90 days Section 3 (33 U.S.C. 3202) is amended— after the date of the enactment of this Act, mittee on Veterans’ Affairs be author- ized to meet during the session of the (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ‘‘research,’’ the Secretary of Commerce shall submit to after ‘‘warnings,’’; the Committee on Homeland Security and Senate on October 6, 2015, at 2:30 p.m. (2) by amending paragraph (2) to read as fol- Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the in room SR–418 of the Russell Senate lows: Committee on Oversight and Government Office Building. ‘‘(2) to enhance and modernize the existing Reform of the House of Representatives a re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without United States Tsunami Warning System to in- port on the review required by subsection objection, it is so ordered. crease the accuracy of forecasts and warnings, (a). to ensure full coverage of tsunami threats to the SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE (2) CONTENTS.—The report required by United States with a network of detection as- paragraph (1) shall— Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask sets, and to reduce false alarms;’’; (A) identify all information systems of the unanimous consent that the Select (3) by amending paragraph (3) to read as fol- Bureau of the Census that contain sensitive Committee on Intelligence be author- lows: information; ized to meet during the session of the ‘‘(3) to improve and develop standards and (B) described any actions carried out by Senate on October 6, 2015, at 2:30 p.m. guidelines for mapping, modeling, and assess- the Secretary of Commerce or the Director The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ment efforts to improve tsunami detection, fore- of the Bureau of the Census to secure sen- objection, it is so ordered. casting, warnings, notification, mitigation, resil- sitive information that have been imple- iency, response, outreach, and recovery;’’; mented since the data breaches of systems of SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, AGENCY ACTION, (4) by redesignating paragraphs (4), (5), and the Office of Personnel Management were FEDERAL RIGHTS, AND FEDERAL COURTS (6) as paragraphs (5), (6), and (8), respectively; announced in 2015; Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask (5) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- (C) identify any known data breaches of in- unanimous consent that the Com- lowing: formation systems of the Bureau of the Cen- mittee on the Judiciary, Sub- ‘‘(4) to improve research efforts related to im- sus that contain sensitive information; and committee on Oversight, Agency Ac- proving tsunami detection, forecasting, warn- ings, notification, mitigation, resiliency, re- (D) identify whether the Bureau of the tion, Federal Rights, and Federal Census stores any information that, if com- sponse, outreach, and recovery;’’; bined with other such information, would Courts, be authorized to meet during (6) in paragraph (5), as so redesignated— comprise classified information. the session of the Senate on October 6, (A) by striking ‘‘and increase’’ and inserting ‘‘, increase, and develop uniform standards and f 2015, at 2:15 p.m., in room SD–226 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, to con- guidelines for’’; and AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO duct a hearing entitled ‘‘Opportunity (B) by inserting ‘‘, including the warning MEET signs of locally generated tsunami’’ after ‘‘ap- Denied: How Overregulation Harms Mi- proaching’’; COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES norities.’’ (7) in paragraph (6), as so redesignated, by Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without striking ‘‘, including the Indian Ocean; and’’ unanimous consent that the Com- objection, it is so ordered. and inserting a semicolon; and

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(8) by inserting after paragraph (6), as so re- ‘‘(2) is capable of forecasting and providing ‘‘(4) COORDINATION WITH NATIONAL WEATHER designated, the following: adequate warnings, including tsunami arrival SERVICE.—The Administrator shall coordinate ‘‘(7) to foster resilient communities in the face time and inundation models where applicable, with the forecast offices of the National Weath- of tsunami and other similar coastal hazards; in areas of the Atlantic Ocean, including the er Service, the centers supported or maintained and’’. Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico, that are de- pursuant to paragraph (1), and such program SEC. 4. MODIFICATION OF TSUNAMI FORE- termined— offices of the Administration as the Adminis- CASTING AND WARNING PROGRAM. ‘‘(A) to be geologically active, or to have sig- trator or the coordinating committee consider (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (a) of section 4 nificant potential for geological activity; and appropriate to ensure that regional and local (33 U.S.C. 3203) is amended by striking ‘‘Atlan- ‘‘(B) to pose significant risks of tsunami for forecast offices— tic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico States along the coastal areas of the Atlantic ‘‘(A) have the technical knowledge and capa- region’’ and inserting ‘‘Atlantic Ocean region, Ocean, Caribbean Sea, or Gulf of Mexico; and bility to disseminate tsunami warnings for the including the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of ‘‘(3) supports other international tsunami communities they serve; Mexico’’. forecasting and warning efforts.’’. ‘‘(B) leverage connections with local emer- (b) COMPONENTS.—Subsection (b) of such sec- (d) TSUNAMI WARNING CENTERS.—Subsection gency management officials for optimally dis- tion 4 is amended— (d) of such section 4 is amended to read as fol- seminating tsunami warnings and forecasts; and (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘established’’ lows: ‘‘(C) implement mass communication tools in and inserting ‘‘supported or maintained’’; ‘‘(d) TSUNAMI WARNING CENTERS.— effect on the day before the date of the enact- (2) by redesignating paragraphs (7) through ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall ment of the Tsunami Warning, Education, and (9) as paragraphs (9) through (11), respectively; support or maintain centers to support the tsu- Research Act of 2015 used by the National (3) by redesignating paragraphs (2) through nami warning system required by subsection (c). Weather Service on such date and newer mass (6) as paragraphs (3) through (7), respectively; The Centers shall include— communication technologies as they are devel- (4) by inserting after paragraph (1) the fol- ‘‘(A) the National Tsunami Warning Center, oped as a part of the Weather-Ready Nation lowing: located in Alaska, which is primarily responsible program of the Administration, or otherwise, for ‘‘(2) to the degree practicable, maintain not for Alaska and the continental United States; the purpose of timely and effective delivery of less than 80 percent of the Deep-ocean Assess- ‘‘(B) the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, lo- tsunami warnings. ment and Reporting of Tsunamis buoy array at cated in Hawaii, which is primarily responsible ‘‘(5) UNIFORM OPERATING PROCEDURES.—The operational capacity to optimize data reli- for Hawaii, the Caribbean, and other areas of Administrator shall— ability;’’. the Pacific not covered by the National Center; ‘‘(A) develop uniform operational procedures (5) by amending paragraph (5), as redesig- and for the centers supported or maintained pursu- nated by paragraph (3), to read as follows: ‘‘(C) any additional forecast and warning ant to paragraph (1), including the use of soft- ‘‘(5) provide tsunami forecasting capability centers determined by the National Weather ware applications, checklists, decision support based on models and measurements, including Service to be necessary. tools, and tsunami warning products that have tsunami inundation models and maps for use in ‘‘(2) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The responsibilities of been standardized across the program supported increasing the preparedness of communities and the centers supported or maintained pursuant to under this section; safeguarding port and harbor operations, that paragraph (1) shall include the following: ‘‘(B) ensure that processes and products of the incorporate inputs, including— ‘‘(A) Continuously monitoring data from seis- warning system operated pursuant to subsection ‘‘(A) the United States and global ocean and mological, deep ocean, coastal sea level, and (c)— coastal observing system; tidal monitoring stations and other data sources ‘‘(i) reflect industry best practices when prac- ‘‘(B) the global Earth observing system; as may be developed and deployed. ticable; ‘‘(C) the global seismic network; ‘‘(B) Evaluating earthquakes, landslides, and ‘‘(ii) conform to the maximum extent prac- ‘‘(D) the Advanced National Seismic system; volcanic eruptions that have the potential to ‘‘(E) tsunami model validation using historical ticable with internationally recognized stand- generate tsunami. ards for information technology; and and paleotsunami data; ‘‘(C) Evaluating deep ocean buoy data and ‘‘(F) digital elevation models and bathymetry; ‘‘(iii) conform to the maximum extent prac- tidal monitoring stations for indications of tsu- and ticable with other warning products and prac- nami resulting from earthquakes and other ‘‘(G) newly developing tsunami detection tices of the National Weather Service; sources. methodologies using satellites and airborne re- ‘‘(C) ensure that future adjustments to oper- ‘‘(D) To the extent practicable, utilizing a mote sensing;’’; ational protocols, processes, and warning prod- range of models, including ensemble models, to (6) by inserting after paragraph (7), as redes- ucts— predict tsunami, including arrival times, flood- ignated by paragraph (3), the following: ‘‘(i) are made consistently across the warning ‘‘(8) include a cooperative effort among the ing estimates, coastal and harbor currents, and system operated pursuant to subsection (c); and Administration, the United States Geological duration. ‘‘(ii) are applied in a uniform manner across Survey, and the National Science Foundation ‘‘(E) Using data from the Integrated Ocean such warning system; under which the Director of the United States Observing System of the Administration in co- ‘‘(D) establish a systematic method for infor- Geological Survey and the Director of the Na- ordination with regional associations to cal- mation technology product development to im- tional Science Foundation shall— culate new inundation estimates and periodi- prove long-term technology planning efforts; ‘‘(A) provide rapid and reliable seismic infor- cally update existing inundation estimates. and mation to the Administrator from international ‘‘(F) Ensuring supercomputing resources of ‘‘(E) disseminate guidelines and metrics for and domestic seismic networks; and the National Centers for Environmental Pre- evaluating and improving tsunami forecast mod- ‘‘(B) support seismic stations installed before diction are available to run, as rapidly as pos- els. the date of the enactment of the Tsunami Warn- sible, such computer models as are needed for ‘‘(6) AVAILABLE RESOURCES.—The Adminis- ing, Education, and Research Act of 2015 to purposes of the tsunami warning system oper- trator, through the National Weather Service, supplement coverage in areas of sparse instru- ated pursuant to subsection (c). shall ensure that resources are available to ful- mentation;’’. ‘‘(G) Disseminating forecasts and tsunami fill the obligations of this Act. This includes en- (7) in paragraph (9), as redesignated by para- warning bulletins to Federal, State, tribal, and suring supercomputing resources are available graph (2)— local government officials and the public. to run such computer models as are needed for (A) by inserting ‘‘, including graphical warn- ‘‘(H) Coordinating with the tsunami hazard purposes of the tsunami warning system oper- ing products,’’ after ‘‘warnings’’; mitigation program conducted under section 5 to ated pursuant to subsection (c).’’. (B) by inserting ‘‘, territories,’’ after ‘‘States’’; ensure ongoing sharing of information between (e) TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY; MAINTENANCE and forecasters and emergency management offi- AND UPGRADES.—Subsection (e) of such section 4 (C) by inserting ‘‘and Wireless Emergency cials. is amended to read as follows: Alerts’’ after ‘‘Hazards Program’’; and ‘‘(I) Evaluating and recommending procedures ‘‘(e) TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY; MAINTENANCE (8) in paragraph (10), as redesignated by for ports and harbors at risk of tsunami inunda- AND UPGRADES.—In carrying out this section, paragraph (2)— tion, including review of readiness, response, the Administrator shall— (A) by inserting ‘‘provide and’’ before and communication strategies to ensure coordi- ‘‘(1) develop requirements for the equipment ‘‘allow’’; and nation and data sharing with the Coast Guard. used to forecast tsunami, including— (B) by inserting ‘‘and commercial and Federal ‘‘(J) Making data gathered under this Act and ‘‘(A) provisions for multipurpose detection undersea communications cables’’ after ‘‘observ- post-warning analyses conducted by the Na- platforms; ing technologies’’. tional Weather Service or other relevant Admin- ‘‘(B) reliability and performance metrics; and (c) TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.—Subsection (c) istration offices available to the public. ‘‘(C) to the maximum extent practicable, re- of such section 4 is amended to read as follows: ‘‘(K) Integrating and modernizing the pro- quirements for the integration of equipment ‘‘(c) TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.—The pro- gram operated under this section with advances with other United States and global ocean and gram under this section shall operate a tsunami in tsunami science to improve performance with- coastal observation systems, the global Earth warning system that— out compromising service. observing system of systems, the global seismic ‘‘(1) is capable of forecasting tsunami, includ- ‘‘(3) FAIL-SAFE WARNING CAPABILITY.—The networks, and the Advanced National Seismic ing forecasting tsunami arrival time and inun- tsunami warning centers supported or main- System; dation estimates, anywhere in the Pacific and tained pursuant to paragraph (1) shall maintain ‘‘(2) develop and execute a plan for the trans- Arctic Ocean regions and providing adequate a fail-safe warning capability and perform fer of technology from ongoing research con- warnings; back-up duties for each other. ducted as part of the program supported or

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(k); and ‘‘(C) Maps of evacuation areas and evacu- ‘‘(7) Formation of regional coastal risk man- (2) by redesignating subsection (h) as sub- ation routes, including, when appropriate, traf- agement coalitions of Federal, State, local and section (g). fic studies that evaluate the viability of evacu- tribal governments, community groups, aca- (h) CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATIONS.—Sub- ation routes. demic institutions, and non-governmental section (g) of such section, as redesignated by ‘‘(D) Evaluations of the size of populations groups to advance the goals of this section for subsection (g)(2), is amended— that will require evacuation, including popu- communities facing common coastal hazards (1) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as lations with special evacuation needs. and risks. Such coalitions may enter into an subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively, and ‘‘(E) Evaluations and technical assistance for agreement with an organization described in moving such subparagraphs 2 ems to the right; vertical evacuation structure planning for com- section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of (2) in the matter before subparagraph (A), as munities where models indicate limited or no 1986 to establish a nonprofit foundation in order redesignated by paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘The ability for timely evacuation, especially in areas to accept gifts and donations to support of the Administrator’’ and inserting the following: at risk of near shore generated tsunami. goals of this section. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator’’; ‘‘(F) Evaluation of at-risk ports and harbors. ‘‘(d) COORDINATING COMMITTEE.— (3) in paragraph (1), as redesignated by para- ‘‘(G) Evaluation of the effect of tsunami cur- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall graph (2)— rents on the foundations of closely-spaced, maintain a coordinating committee to assist the (A) in subparagraph (A), as redesignated by coastal high-rise structures. Administrator in the conduct of the program re- paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end; ‘‘(5) Activities to promote preparedness in at- quired by subsection (a). (B) in subparagraph (B), as redesignated by risk ports and harbors, including the following: ‘‘(2) COMPOSITION.—The coordinating com- paragraph (1), by striking the period at the end ‘‘(A) Evaluation and recommendation of pro- mittee shall be composed of members as follows: and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and cedures for ports and harbors in the event of a ‘‘(A) Representatives of States and territories (C) by adding at the end the following: distant or near-field tsunami. most at risk from tsunami, including Alaska, ‘‘(C) the occurrence of a significant tsunami ‘‘(B) A review of readiness, response, and Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii, Puer- warning.’’; and communication strategies to ensure coordination to Rico, Guam and American Samoa. (4) by adding at the end the following: and data sharing with the Coast Guard. ‘‘(B) Such other members as the Administrator ‘‘(2) CONTENTS.—In a case in which notice is ‘‘(6) Activities to support the development of considers appropriate to represent Federal, submitted under paragraph (1) within 90 days of community-based outreach and education pro- State, tribal, territorial, and local governments. a significant tsunami warning described in sub- grams to ensure community readiness and resil- ‘‘(3) SUBCOMMITTEES.—The Administrator paragraph (C) of such paragraph, such notice ience, including the following: may approve the formation of subcommittees to shall include brief information and analysis of— ‘‘(A) The development, implementation, and address specific program components or regional ‘‘(A) the accuracy of the tsunami model used; assessment of technical training and public edu- issues. ‘‘(B) the specific deep ocean or other moni- cation programs, including education programs ‘‘(4) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The coordinating toring equipment that detected the incident, as that address unique characteristics of distant committee shall— ‘‘(A) provide feedback on how funds should be well as the deep ocean or other monitoring and near-field tsunami. prioritized to carry out the program required by equipment that did not detect the incident due ‘‘(B) The development of decision support subsection (a); to malfunction or otherwise; tools. ‘‘(B) ensure that areas described in section ‘‘(C) the effectiveness of the warning commu- ‘‘(C) The incorporation of social science re- 4(c) in the United States and its territories have nication procedures including the integration of search into community readiness and resilience the opportunity to participate in the program; warnings with State, territory, local, and tribal efforts. ‘‘(D) The development of evidence-based edu- ‘‘(C) provide recommendations to the Adminis- partners in the affected area under the jurisdic- trator on how to improve and continuously ad- tion of the National Weather Service; and cation guidelines. ‘‘(7) Dissemination of guidelines and stand- vance the TsunamiReady program of the Na- ‘‘(D) such other findings as the Administrator ards for community planning, education, and tional Weather Service, particularly on ways to considers appropriate.’’. training products, programs, and tools, includ- make communities more tsunami resilient SEC. 5. MODIFICATION OF NATIONAL TSUNAMI ing— through the use of inundation maps and models HAZARD MITIGATION PROGRAM. ‘‘(A) standards for— and other hazard mitigation practices; (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 5 (33 U.S.C. 3204) is ‘‘(i) mapping products; ‘‘(D) ensure that all components of the pro- amended by striking subsections (a) through (d) ‘‘(ii) inundation models; and gram required by subsection (a) are integrated and inserting the following: ‘‘(iii) effective emergency exercises; and with ongoing State based hazard warning, risk ‘‘(a) PROGRAM REQUIRED.—The Administrator ‘‘(B) recommended guidance for at-risk port management, and resilience activities, includ- shall, in consultation with the Administrator of and harbor tsunami warning, evacuation, and ing— the Federal Emergency Management Agency response procedures in coordination with the ‘‘(i) integrating activities with emergency re- and the heads of such other agencies as the Ad- Coast Guard. sponse plans, disaster recovery, hazard mitiga- ministrator considers relevant, conduct a com- ‘‘(c) AUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES.—In addition to tion, and community development programs in munity-based tsunami hazard mitigation pro- activities conducted under subsection (b), the affected areas; and gram to improve tsunami preparedness and resil- program conducted pursuant to subsection (a) ‘‘(ii) integrating information to assist in tsu- iency of at-risk areas in the United States and may include the following: nami evacuation route planning. the territories of the United States. ‘‘(1) Multidisciplinary vulnerability assess- ‘‘(5) EXEMPTION FROM FACA TERMINATION RE- ‘‘(b) PROGRAM COMPONENTS.—The Program ment research, education, and training to help QUIREMENT.—Section 14 of the Federal Advisory conducted pursuant to subsection (a) shall in- integrate risk management and resilience objec- Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. 14) shall not clude the following: tives with community development planning and apply to the committee established and main- ‘‘(1) Technical and financial assistance to policies. tained pursuant to paragraph (1). coastal States, territories, tribes, and local gov- ‘‘(2) Risk management training for local offi- ‘‘(e) NO PREEMPTION WITH RESPECT TO DES- ernments to develop and implement activities cials and community organizations to enhance IGNATION OF AT-RISK AREAS.—The establishment under this section. understanding and preparedness. of national standards for inundation models ‘‘(2) Integration of tsunami preparedness and ‘‘(3) Interagency, Federal, State, tribal, and under this section shall not prevent States, terri- mitigation programs into ongoing State-based territorial intergovernmental tsunami response tories, tribes, and local governments from desig- hazard warning, resilience planning, and risk exercise planning and implementation in high nating additional areas as being at risk based management activities, including predisaster risk areas. on knowledge of local conditions.

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‘‘(f) NO NEW REGULATORY AUTHORITY.—Noth- United Nations, and such other international (A) A detailed description of the progress ing in this Act may be construed as establishing entities as the Administrator considers appro- made in implementing sections 4(d)(6), 5(b)(6), new regulatory authority for any Federal agen- priate, as part of the international efforts to de- and 6(b)(4) of the Tsunami Warning and Edu- cy.’’. velop a fully functional global tsunami forecast cation Act. (b) REPORT ON ACCREDITATION OF and warning system comprised of regional tsu- (B) A description of the ways that tsunami TSUNAMIREADY PROGRAM.—Not later than 180 nami warning networks.’’; warnings and warning products issued by the days after the date of enactment of this Act, the (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘shall’’ and Tsunami Forecasting and Warning Program es- Administrator of the National Oceanic and At- inserting ‘‘may’’; and tablished under section 4 of the Tsunami Warn- mospheric Administration shall submit to the (3) in subsection (c)— ing and Education Act (33 U.S.C. 3203) can be Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘estab- standardized and streamlined with warnings tation of the Senate and the Committee on lishing’’ and inserting ‘‘supporting’’; and and warning products for hurricanes, coastal Science, Space, and Technology of the House of (B) in paragraph (2)— storms, and other coastal flooding events. Representatives a report on which authorities (i) by striking ‘‘establish’’ and inserting ‘‘sup- (b) REPORT ON NATIONAL EFFORTS THAT SUP- and activities would be needed to have the port’’; and PORT RAPID RESPONSE FOLLOWING NEAR-SHORE TsunamiReady program of the National Weath- (ii) by striking ‘‘establishing’’ and inserting TSUNAMI EVENTS.— er Service accredited by the Emergency Manage- ‘‘supporting’’. (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year after ment Accreditation Program. SEC. 8. TSUNAMI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AD- the date of the enactment of this Act, the Ad- SEC. 6. MODIFICATION OF TSUNAMI RESEARCH VISORY PANEL. ministrator and the Secretary of Homeland Se- PROGRAM. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Act is further amend- curity shall jointly, in coordination with the Di- Section 6 (33 U.S.C. 3205) is amended— ed— rector of the United States Geological Survey, (1) in the matter before paragraph (1), by (1) by redesignating section 8 (33 U.S.C. 3207) Administrator of the Federal Emergency Man- striking ‘‘The Administrator shall’’ and all that as section 9; and agement Agency, the Chief of the National follows through ‘‘establish or maintain’’ and in- (2) by inserting after section 7 (33 U.S.C. 3206) Guard Bureau, and the heads of such other serting the following: the following: Federal agencies as the Administrator considers ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator shall, ‘‘SEC. 8. TSUNAMI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY appropriate, submit to the appropriate commit- in consultation with such other Federal agen- ADVISORY PANEL. tees of Congress a report on the national efforts cies, State, tribal, and territorial governments, ‘‘(a) DESIGNATION.—The Administrator shall in effect on the day before the date of the enact- and academic institutions as the Administrator designate an existing working group within the ment of this Act that support and facilitate considers appropriate, the coordinating com- Science Advisory Board of the Administration to rapid emergency response following a domestic mittee under section 5(d), and the panel under serve as the Tsunami Science and Technology near-shore tsunami event to better understand section 8(a), support or maintain’’; Advisory Panel to provide advice to the Admin- domestic effects of earthquake derived tsunami (2) in subsection (a), as designated by para- istrator on matters regarding tsunami science, on people, infrastructure, and communities in graph (1), by striking ‘‘and assessment for tsu- technology, and regional preparedness. the United States. nami tracking and numerical forecast modeling. ‘‘(b) MEMBERSHIP.— (2) ELEMENTS.—The report required by para- Such research program shall—’’ and inserting ‘‘(1) COMPOSITION.—The working group des- graph (1) shall include the following: (A) A description of scientific or other meas- the following: ‘‘assessment for tsunami tracking ignated under subsection (a) shall be composed urements collected on the day before the date of and numerical forecast modeling, and standards of no fewer than 7 members selected by the Ad- the enactment of this Act to quickly identify development. ministrator from among individuals from aca- and quantify lost or degraded infrastructure or ‘‘(b) RESPONSIBILITIES.—The research program demia or State agencies who have academic or supported or maintained pursuant to subsection practical expertise in physical sciences, social terrestrial formations. (B) A description of scientific or other meas- (a) shall—’’; and sciences, information technology, coastal resil- urements that would be necessary to collect to (3) in subsection (b), as designated by para- ience, emergency management, or such other quickly identify and quantify lost or degraded graph (2)— disciplines as the Administrator considers ap- infrastructure or terrestrial formations. (A) by amending paragraph (1) to read as fol- propriate. (C) Identification and evaluation of Federal, lows: ‘‘(2) FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT.—No member of State, local, tribal, territorial, and military first ‘‘(1) consider other appropriate and cost effec- the working group designated pursuant to sub- responder and search and rescue operation cen- tive research to mitigate the impact of tsunami, section (a) may be a Federal employee. ters, bases, and other facilities as well as other including the improvement of near-field and dis- ‘‘(c) RESPONSIBILITIES.—Not less frequently critical response assets and infrastructure, in- tant tsunami detection and forecasting capabili- than once every 4 years, the working group des- cluding search and rescue aircraft, located ties, which may include use of a new generation ignated under subsection (a) shall— within near-shore and distant tsunami inunda- of the Deep-ocean Assessment and Reporting of ‘‘(1) review the activities of the Administra- tion areas on the day before the date of the en- Tsunamis array, integration of tsunami sensors tion, and other Federal activities as appro- actment of this Act. priate, relating to tsunami research, detection, into commercial and Federal telecommuni- (D) An evaluation of near-shore tsunami re- forecasting, warning, mitigation, resiliency, and cations cables, and other real-time tsunami sponse plans in areas described in subparagraph preparation; and monitoring systems and supercomputer capacity (C) in effect on the day before the date of the ‘‘(2) submit to the Administrator and such of the Administration to develop a rapid tsu- enactment of this Act, and how those response others as the Administrator considers appro- nami forecast for all United States coastlines;’’; plans would be affected by the loss of search priate— (B) in paragraph (3)— and rescue and first responder infrastructure ‘‘(A) the findings of the working group with (i) by striking ‘‘include’’ and inserting ‘‘con- described in such subparagraph. duct’’; and respect to the most recent review conducted pur- (E) A description of redevelopment plans and (ii) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end; suant to paragraph (1); and reports in effect on the day before the date of ‘‘(B) such recommendations for legislative or (C) by redesignating paragraph (4) as para- the enactment of this Act for communities in administrative action as the working group con- graph (5); areas that are at high-risk for near-shore tsu- siders appropriate to improve Federal tsunami (D) by inserting after paragraph (3) the fol- nami, as well identification of States or commu- research, detection, forecasting, warning, miti- lowing: nities that do not have redevelopment plans. ‘‘(4) develop the technical basis for validation gation, resiliency, and preparation. (F) Recommendations to enhance near-shore of tsunami maps, numerical tsunami models, ‘‘(d) REPORTS TO CONGRESS.—Not less fre- tsunami preparedness and response plans, in- digital elevation models, and forecasts; and’’; quently than once every 4 years, the Adminis- cluding recommended responder exercises, and trator shall submit to the Committee on Com- predisaster planning, and mitigation needs. (E) in paragraph (5), as redesignated by sub- merce, Science, and Transportation of the Sen- (G) Such other data and analysis information paragraph (C), by striking ‘‘to the scientific ate, and the Committee on Science, Space, and as the Administrator and the Secretary of Home- community’’ and inserting ‘‘to the public’’. Technology of the House of Representatives a land Security consider appropriate. SEC. 7. GLOBAL TSUNAMI WARNING AND MITIGA- report on the findings and recommendations re- (3) APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF CONGRESS.— TION NETWORK. ceived by the Administrator under subsection In this subsection, the term ‘‘appropriate com- Section 7 (33 U.S.C. 3206) is amended— (c)(2).’’. mittees of Congress’’ means— (1) by amending subsection (a) to read as fol- SEC. 9. REPORTS. (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and lows: (a) REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TSUNAMI Transportation and the Committee on Homeland ‘‘(a) SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF AN WARNING AND EDUCATION ACT.— Security and Governmental Affairs of the Sen- INTERNATIONAL TSUNAMI WARNING SYSTEM.— (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year after ate; and The Administrator shall, in coordination with the date of the enactment of this Act, the Ad- (B) the Committee on Science, Space, and the Secretary of State and in consultation with ministrator of the National Oceanic and Atmos- Technology and the Committee on Homeland Se- such other agencies as the Administrator con- pheric Administration shall submit to Congress curity of the House of Representatives. siders relevant, provide technical assistance and a report on the implementation of the Tsunami SEC. 10. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. training to the Intergovernmental Oceano- Warning and Education Act (33 U.S.C. 3201 et Section 9 of the Act, as redesignated by sec- graphic Commission of the United Nations Edu- seq.). tion 8(a)(1) of this Act, is amended— cational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, (2) ELEMENTS.—The report required by para- (1) in paragraph (4)(B), by striking ‘‘and’’ at the World Meteorological Organization of the graph (1) shall include the following: the end;

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I ask unanimous con- tsunami hazard mitigation program under sec- There being no objection, the Senate sent that the concurrent resolution be tion 5; and proceeded to consider the bill. agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, ‘‘(B) not less than 8 percent of the amount ap- Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask and the motions to reconsider be con- propriated shall be for the tsunami research pro- unanimous consent that the Sasse sidered made and laid upon the table gram under section 6.’’. amendment be agreed to, the bill, as with no intervening action or debate. SEC. 11. OUTREACH RESPONSIBILITIES. amended, be read a third time and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The Administrator of the National Oceanic objection, it is so ordered. and Atmospheric Administration, in coordina- passed, and the motion to reconsider be tion with State and local emergency managers, considered made and laid upon the The concurrent resolution (S. Con. shall develop and carry out formal outreach ac- table. Res. 22) was agreed to. tivities to improve tsunami education and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The preamble was agreed to. awareness and foster the development of resil- objection, it is so ordered. (The concurrent resolution, with its ient communities. Outreach activities may in- The amendment (No. 2710) was agreed preamble, is printed in today’s RECORD clude— to, as follows: under ‘‘Submitted Resolutions.’’) (1) the development of outreach plans to en- (Purpose: To protect privacy for the f sure the close integration of tsunami warning American public) centers supported or maintained pursuant to At the appropriate place, insert the fol- HONORING THE RED LAND LITTLE section 4(d) of the Tsunami Warning and Edu- lowing: LEAGUE TEAM OF LEWISBERRY, cation Act (33 U.S.C. 3203(d)) with local Weath- PENNSYLVANIA, IN THE 2015 LIT- er Forecast Offices of the National Weather SEC. l. REPORT ON DATA SECURITY PROCE- DURES OF THE BUREAU OF THE TLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES Service and emergency managers; CENSUS. (2) working with appropriate local Weather (a) REVIEW.—The Secretary of Commerce Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask Forecast Offices to ensure they have the tech- shall conduct a review of the data security unanimous consent that the Senate nical knowledge and capability to disseminate procedures of the Bureau of the Census, in- proceed to the immediate consider- tsunami warnings to the communities they cluding such procedures that have been im- ation of S. Res. 279, submitted earlier serve; and plemented since the data breaches of sys- (3) evaluating the effectiveness of warnings today. tems of the Office of Personnel Management and of coordination with local Weather Forecast The PRESIDING OFFICER. The were announced in 2015. clerk will report the resolution by Offices after significant tsunami events. (b) REPORT.— title. SEC. 12. REPEAL OF DUPLICATE PROVISIONS OF (1) REQUIREMENT.—Not later than 90 days LAW. after the date of the enactment of this Act, The senior assistant legislative clerk (a) REPEAL.—The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery the Secretary of Commerce shall submit to read as follows: Conservation and Management Reauthorization the Committee on Homeland Security and A resolution (S. Res. 279) honoring the Red Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–479) is amended by Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Land Little League Team of Lewisberry, striking title VIII (relating to tsunami warning Committee on Oversight and Government Pennsylvania, for the performance of the and education). Reform of the House of Representatives a re- Team in the 2015 Little League World Series. (b) CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this section port on the review required by subsection shall be construed to repeal, or affect in any There being no objection, the Senate (a). way, Public Law 109–424. proceeded to consider the resolution. (2) CONTENTS.—The report required by Mr. DAINES. I ask unanimous con- Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask paragraph (1) shall— sent that the resolution be agreed to, unanimous consent that the Thune (A) identify all information systems of the the preamble be agreed to, and the mo- amendment at the desk be agreed to; Bureau of the Census that contain sensitive tions to reconsider be considered made that the committee-reported amend- information; and laid upon the table with no inter- ment, as amended, be agreed to; that (B) described any actions carried out by vening action or debate. the bill, as amended, be read a third the Secretary of Commerce or the Director The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without time and passed; and that the motion of the Bureau of the Census to secure sen- sitive information that have been imple- objection, it is so ordered. to reconsider be considered made and mented since the data breaches of systems of The resolution (S. Res. 279) was laid upon the table. the Office of Personnel Management were agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without announced in 2015; The preamble was agreed to. objection, it is so ordered. (C) identify any known data breaches of in- (The resolution, with its preamble, is The amendment (No. 2709) was agreed formation systems of the Bureau of the Cen- printed in today’s RECORD under ‘‘Sub- to. sus that contain sensitive information; and mitted Resolutions.’’) (The amendment is printed in today’s (D) identify whether the Bureau of the RECORD under ‘‘Text of Amendments.’’) Census stores any information that, if com- f The committee-reported amendment bined with other such information, would comprise classified information. CONGRATULATING THE UNIVER- in the nature of a substitute, as amend- SITY OF KANSAS FOR 150 YEARS The amendment was ordered to be ed, was agreed to. OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE The amendment was ordered to be engrossed, and the bill to be read a engrossed, and the bill to be read a third time. Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask third time. The bill was read the third time. unanimous consent that the Judiciary The bill was read the third time. The bill (H.R. 3116), as amended, was Committee be discharged from further The bill (H.R. 34), as amended, was passed. consideration of and the Senate now passed. f proceed to the consideration of S. Res. f 272. RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT SARY OF THE WHITE HOUSE objection, it is so ordered. REAUTHORIZATION ACT FELLOWS PROGRAM The clerk will report the resolution Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, I ask by title. unanimous consent that the Com- unanimous consent that the Senate The senior assistant legislative clerk mittee on Homeland Security and Gov- proceed to the immediate consider- read as follows: ernmental Affairs be discharged from ation of S. Con. Res. 22. A resolution (S. Res. 272) congratulating further consideration of H.R. 3116 and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the University of Kansas for 150 years of out- the Senate proceed to its immediate clerk will report the concurrent resolu- standing service to the State of Kansas, the consideration. tion by title. United States, and the world. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The senior assistant legislative clerk There being no objection, the Senate objection, it is so ordered. read as follows: proceeded to consider the resolution.

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CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 1735, Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join U.S. and its allies captured approximately NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- me in opposing the Conference Report to Ac- 275,000 prisoners of war and sent nearly TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016 company H.R. 1735—National Defense Au- 1,250 Italian soldiers to the Letterkenny Army thorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016. Depot in Pennsylvania. A few months later, an SPEECH OF f armistice was signed with Italy and the one- time foes transformed into Italian Service Units HON. BETTY McCOLLUM SYDNEY HUGHES TRIBUTE OF MINNESOTA culminating as the 321st Quartermaster Bat- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES talion. HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON With sworn allegiance to the United States, Thursday, October 1, 2015 OF COLORADO they spent the next seventeen months order- Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise in op- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing, stocking and shipping critical military position to the Conference Report to Accom- items to our men and women serving in the Tuesday, October 6, 2015 pany H.R. 1735, the National Defense Author- Pacific and European Theaters of war. The ization Act for Fiscal Year 2016. Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rugged labor and staunch commitment of the As a member of the House Appropriations honor Sydney Hughes of Meeker, Colorado. 321st Quartermaster Battalion were integral to Subcommittee on Defense, I take issue with She was recently awarded a National Inter- the Allies’ eventual defeat of the Axis Powers. the irresponsible manner in which this author- scholastic Athletic Administrators Association Additionally, the men once held prisoner now ization approaches funding of our National De- student athlete scholarship for her excellence helped to construct the depot itself, including fense. This bill uses the Overseas Contin- on and off the field. a chapel and bell tower resplendent in Tuscan gency Operations fund to avoid congression- The National Athletic Administrators Asso- style. ally mandated budget caps for fiscal year ciation awards scholarships to high school stu- As we mark the 70th Anniversary of the end 2016—an approach that fails to provide the dents based on their academic achievement of World War II, we also celebrate the repatri- appropriate budget and funding structure that and athletic accomplishments. Ms. Hughes ation of these distinctive soldiers and honor enables the Department of Defense to operate was selected to the second team All-state their contributions to both our home front and in the most effective and efficient manner over girls’ basketball team for the 2014–2015 sea- efforts abroad. They will forever remain en- both the short-term and long-term planning ho- son and was the only player from the Third twined in our history and in our hearts. rizons. This is Congress’ most important role. Congressional District of Colorado to hold f We need to do this right. such honor in division 2A girls’ basketball. She In addition, this Conference Report prevents was also selected to the Western Slope Grand METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVER- the responsible transfer of detainees from Mesa All-Conference teams in volleyball and SITY OF DENVER’S 50TH ANNI- Guantanamo Bay and continues the existence track and field, all while maintaining a 4.2 VERSARY of a detention facility which serves as propa- Grade Point Average throughout her high ganda for extremists and undermines our school career. HON. DIANA DeGETTE moral standing in the world. Many of the de- Excellence in academics and athletics pro- OF COLORADO tainees who remain were cleared for transfer vides a wealth of life-long advantages, not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nearly six years ago by the Guantanamo Re- least because they instill qualities of discipline, Tuesday, October 6, 2015 view Task Force—an interagency effort that perseverance, and teamwork that are hall- included the Departments of Defense, Justice, marks of future success. Ms. Hughes em- Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to State, and Homeland Security, as well as the bodies all of these qualities and knows that congratulate Metropolitan State University of Director of National Intelligence. The transfer her resiliency and dedication in high school Denver, or MSU Denver, on its 50th anniver- restrictions interfere with the administration’s athletics and academics will continue through sary. The extraordinary faculty and staff at executive role in responsibly closing this facil- college and beyond. MSU Denver have had an incredible impact ity, wasting valuable resources, and making us Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to represent in- on the lives of students in my district and on less safe. This facility needs to be closed. spiring high school students like Ms. Hughes the Denver community as a whole. H.R. 1735 fails to heed the expert advice and I wish her nothing but the best as she Since its founding in 1965, MSU Denver has and request of numerous senior leaders in the continues through life’s challenges. She is a been known as a gateway to opportunity. The Department of Defense, Department of the Air terrific role model for her peers and represents University opens its doors to students from all Force, and Department of the Army, who all the best that the Third District has to offer. walks of life and provides rigorous academic repeatedly testified regarding the problem of f coursework relevant to the Colorado economy. sustaining excess facilities. I understand that The University formed out of an idea for a many of my colleagues are concerned about CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBU- new, different type of college, dedicated to potentially losing a military base in their dis- TIONS OF ITALIAN PRISONERS supporting hard-working, scrappy students trict; however, we should not force the De- OF WAR ASSIGNED TO who might not otherwise have an opportunity fense Department to hold onto excess infra- LETTERKENNY ARMY DEPOT, to attend an institution of higher education. As structure and assets that are of diminishing CHAMBERSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA a sign of its future success, MSU Denver en- military value. The best way to address this rolled double the number of students than an- problem is to authorize a Base Realignment HON. BILL SHUSTER ticipated when it first opened its doors on Oc- and Closure (BRAC) and ensure our military OF PENNSYLVANIA tober 1, 1965. bases are operating in the smartest, most effi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, MSU Denver is Colorado’s urban cient and effective manner. This bill prevents land-grant university, offering individualized, that from happening. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 relevant bachelor’s and select master’s de- I recognize that passing the NDAA is de- Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to grees to more undergraduate Coloradans than scribed as a tradition, but tradition is an inad- recognize the accomplishments of World War any other four-year university in the state. It equate reason to support legislation that un- II’s Italian Service Units, in particular, the has served as a leader in diverse enrollment dermines the ability of our Defense leaders to 321st Quartermaster Battalion once assigned among Colorado’s four-year universities with properly manage the largest portion of our fed- to Letterkenny Army Depot near Chambers- 35 percent students of color and 32 percent eral budget—the portion responsible for Na- burg, Pennsylvania. first-generation students this year. The Univer- tional Security—and effectively undermines During the summer of 1943, fierce fighting sity has been a leader in educating students the health and safety of the women and men took place across North Africa and Sicily be- to think critically, solve problems, address who carry out that mission. tween Allied Forces and the Axis Powers. The community concerns, and meet Colorado’s

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.001 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1426 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 6, 2015 workforce needs. Most of the school’s 85,000 leans native and leading architect in Wash- the Blind and Beacon Lodge. As an example alumni have stayed within our state and con- ington, DC. Mr. Devrouax passed away on of their generosity, the Chambersburg Noon- tinue to contribute to the economic and cul- March 22, 2010, at the age of 67. time Lions Club has previously assisted a tural vitality of Colorado. Mr. Devrouax was born in New Orleans, local family by funding much needed surgery I am not the only one that has recognized Louisiana in 1942. He studied architecture at for their seeing-eye dog. the value of the education MSU Denver pro- Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Though much has changed throughout vides to its students. Recently, the Military where he graduated in 1966. Mr. Devrouax Chambersburg in the past ninety years, the Times named MSU Denver the best college in was drafted into the United States Army and commitment of Noontime Lions Club has re- the state for veterans. Further, MSU Denver was promoted to Sergeant in the 6th Armored mained steadfast, serving the needs of the strives to keep tuition affordable while pro- Cavalry Regiment. He first came to Wash- local community. I am grateful for their con- viding a quality education. It has consistently ington, DC after his unit was deployed in the tributions throughout Pennsylvania’s 9th dis- been recognized in numerous rankings and ar- wake of riots after the assassination of Martin trict and would like to thank all who have ticles for its affordability, its return on invest- Luther King, Jr. helped the organization reach this momentous ment, and its incredible value in education. In the decades that followed, Mr. Devrouax milestone of 90 consecutive years of service. We are truly fortunate to have such a valuable returned to the nation’s capital and helped re- f resource in the First Congressional District. build the blighted city. He founded Devrouax + For the last five decades, Metropolitan State Purnell, an African-American architectural firm. RECOGNIZING TAIWAN’S 104TH University of Denver has transformed the lives In 1986, Mr. Devrouax designed Frank D. NATIONAL DAY of countless students, served as a courageous Reeves Municipal Building which initiated the leader in higher education, and boldly ad- revitalization of the historic U Street neighbor- HON. EDWARD R. ROYCE vanced the well-being of communities through- hood. OF CALIFORNIA out the State of Colorado. I congratulate each Mr. Devrouax was a trailblazer in the archi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and every member of the MSU Denver com- tectural field in Washington, DC. The Pepco Tuesday, October 6, 2015 munity on this 50th anniversary. I wish MSU Headquarters became the first building in Denver continued success and growth for downtown Washington designed by an Afri- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recogni- many years to come. can-American architectural firm. Mr. Devrouax tion of the National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on October 10. As we ap- f also worked on many of the city’s recent land- marks, including the Walter E. Washington proach the commemoration of Taiwan’s 104th HONORING TERRY BOSTON, PRESI- Convention Center, the Verizon Center, the National Day, it is appropriate that we take DENT AND CEO OF PJM INTER- Nationals Stadium, and the Martin Luther stock of the incredible progress Taiwan has CONNECTION, LLC King, Jr. Memorial. His passion for his profes- made in recent decades. sion and his community spurred him to mentor This year marked the 70th anniversary of HON. RYAN A. COSTELLO young architectural students. the end of World War II, and I am reminded that American servicemen stood side by side OF PENNSYLVANIA Mr. Devrouax’s legacy will forever be a part with servicemen from the Republic of China. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the city and his dedication to community embodies the spirit of New Orleans. Stories From General Stilwell to the Flying Tigers, our Tuesday, October 6, 2015 like his will inspire generations of Americans two countries have a shared experience from Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. to pursue their dreams. that epic struggle, and today we share a com- Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work of Mr. Speaker, I celebrate the life and legacy mitment to democracy, rule of law, and human Terry Boston, President and CEO of PJM of Mr. Devrouax, a beloved father, and exam- rights. Taiwan has consolidated its transition Interconnection, LLC headquartered in Audu- ple to aspiring entrepreneurs everywhere. to a full-fledged representative democracy. Its success serves as an example of what can be bon, Pennsylvania. f Since 2008, Terry Boston has attentively built based on these principles, and that is served his role as the CEO by leading his RECOGNIZING THE CHAMBERS- why it is so important to strengthen the U.S.- team—600 of which are located in my dis- BURG, PENNSYLVANIA NOON- Taiwan relationship. trict—and oversees the largest power grid in TIME LIONS CLUB FOR 90 YEARS Mr. Speaker, one of the most important North America. As a result of his leadership, OF HISTORY AND SERVICE ways the U.S. can show support for Taiwan is 51 million residents across 14 states, and to protect Taiwan’s international space. As many in PA–06, have access to reliable, af- HON. BILL SHUSTER such, I support Taiwan’s aspiration to be in- fordable, and high quality electricity. OF PENNSYLVANIA cluded in a second round of the Trans-Pacific Mr. Boston and his team truly keep the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Partnership trade agreement. Taiwan is a re- lights on for millions, and for that we are sponsible nation which abides by international Tuesday, October 6, 2015 grateful. laws and norms of conduct, and seeks to fos- Mr. Boston has served a notable career as Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ter peace and contribute to aid efforts in a the President of the Association of Edison Illu- recognize the Chambersburg Noontime Lions challenging region of the world. It is the U.S.’s minating Companies, Inc., immediate past Club on the occasion of its 90th year of serv- tenth largest trading partner and Los Angeles president of the GO 15, past chair of the North ice to the Chambersburg community. County’s fourth largest, and an obvious can- American Transmission Forum, and the Exec- The Chambersburg Noontime Lions Club is didate for inclusion in the Trans-Pacific Part- utive Vice President of the Tennessee Valley one of the oldest of 46,000 Lions Club Inter- nership. Given all the two-way trade and busi- Authority. national chapters in operation today. Since the ness between the U.S. and Taiwan, I actively Further, Terry recently was elected to the club was chartered in 1925, its members have supported Taiwan’s entry into the Visa Waiver National Academy of Engineering, one of the included a diverse group of individuals united Program and passed legislation to make Tai- highest professional honors for an engineer. in their passion for community service. In that wan an observer to the International Civil Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Mr. Boston on time, hundreds of men and women have lent Aviation Organization. I am now supporting his distinguished career and wish him well in their time and talents to improve the quality of legislation for Taiwan to join INTERPOL as an his retirement. life throughout the Chambersburg area. The observer to increase the safety and efficiency f Noontime Lions Club continually invests in the of our people and commerce. organizations that have the greatest access to As Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Com- HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY areas of high need in the community, with re- mittee, I have made the U.S.-Taiwan relation- OF PAUL DEVROUAX sources going to Meals on Wheels, Easter ship a top priority. Last March, I led a seven Seals, Little League, Girl Scouts, and more. member bipartisan congressional delegation to HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND Although they tackle a breadth of commu- Taipei to reaffirm the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. OF LOUISIANA nity concerns, they focus the majority of their It was my third visit in as many years. I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efforts on eyesight preservation projects. As also proud to represent one of the largest Tai- such, the Noontime Lions Club frequently of- wanese American communities in the country. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 fers eye exams, assists in the purchase of The community serves as a bridge of cultural, Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today eyeglasses, and maintains active partnerships familial, and business ties to Taiwan and is at to honor the life of Paul S. Devrouax, New Or- with organizations such as Leader Dogs for the heart of U.S.-Taiwan relations.

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We are committed greater focus on developments in the Asia-Pa- sional district. to provide for Taiwan’s self-defense, and I am cific region, particularly with regards to China’s There is no single person or organization dedicated to ensuring that we abide by our illegal actions in the South China Sea, and to that is more capable of representing the inter- promise to provide the defense items to Tai- this latest initiative from Taipei. During the ests of truck drivers. In fact, Jim leads a twen- wan that it needs. 113th Congress, the House passed House ty-two member Board of Directors that collec- Today, I am honored to rise in support of Resolution 714, which was introduced by the tively has more than eight-hundred years of our great friend, Taiwan. We join the people of good friend and former Congressman Eni truck driving experience, and a staff of three- Taiwan in the celebration of their National Faleomavaega of American Samoa, and sent hundred twenty OOIDA employees, many of Day, recognize the shared strengths of the re- a clear message that the U.S. will not stand whom were truck drivers themselves. Need- lationship, and salute the strong friendship be- for these illegal and dangerous actions by less to say, Jim is an invaluable resource on tween the U.S. and Taiwan. China in the South China Sea. I hope that we trucking and transportation issues to those for- f will pass a similar resolution again this Con- tunate enough to work with him. gress, and I commit to working with my col- To say that Jim is a tireless advocate rep- RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH CHINA leagues to send a clear message to China resenting the interests of truck drivers is an SEA PEACE INITIATIVE AND that their actions are intolerable. understatement; it has been his life’s work and 104TH ANNIVERSARY OF DOUBLE Moreover, I hope that my colleagues will there is nobody more dedicated to the cause. TEN DAY FOR THE PEOPLE OF join me in sending another important signal Throughout his career, he has worked with TAIWAN about Congress’ commitment to our allies and legislative, executive, and judicial branches of partners in the Asia-Pacific region by acknowl- government, law enforcement agencies, other HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO edging the upcoming celebrations of the 104th trucking and transportation organizations, and OF GUAM anniversary of ‘‘Double Ten Day.’’ Double Ten he has served on numerous commissions and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Day is a celebration of the birth of democracy advisory boards. His mission is simple: fight Tuesday, October 6, 2015 in Taiwan. It traces its roots to the Wuchang for the rights of all professional truck drivers. Uprising that occurred on October 10, 1911. While some of his colleagues might say that Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to dis- The Wuchang Uprising signaled the end of the he is a fierce adversary—perhaps another un- cuss issues important to Taiwan, our close Qing Dynasty and the start of a democratic derstatement—I think most people would partner and ally in the Asia-Pacific region. In movement that continues to be celebrated and agree that he conducts himself with integrity particular, I am concerned about current mari- recognized. and the utmost professionalism. time disputes in the South China Sea, also The strength of the relationship between the Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to work with known as the East Sea. I am concerned about people of Taiwan and the people of the United Jim and his team at OOIDA. I would ask all of China’s growing presence in disputed waters States is strong. I look forward to continue my colleagues to join me in commending Mr. in the South China Sea through land reclama- working to expand business opportunities be- Jim Johnston for his lifelong dedication to the tion, neglect of international law, and disregard tween our countries and deepen our mutual members of OOIDA and the trucking industry of the needs and territorial claims of its neigh- appreciation for each other’s unique cultures. and wish him the best in his future endeavors. bors. A number of U.S. partners and allies in Exchange of our cultures is clearly evidenced f the region have taken different steps to ad- on Guam, which is home to many people of CONGRATULATING LEON EWING dress these illegal actions. Each plays an im- Chinese ancestry. Guam continues to benefit ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM portant role in signaling international dis- from their cultural contributions to our commu- FIRSTMARK CREDIT UNION approval of Beijing’s actions. However, I want nity and the promotion of trade and economic to highlight the efforts of Taiwan, under Presi- opportunities. dent Ma Ying-jeou, who has proposed a South On this 104th Anniversary of Double Ten HON. LAMAR SMITH China Sea Peace Initiative, which I believe Day, it is important to recognize that Taiwan OF TEXAS should be seriously considered. has proven time and again to be a friend IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Taiwan understands that the tensions be- working to ensure continued peace and sta- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 tween claimants in the East China Sea and bility in the Asia-Pacific region. I extend my South China Sea threaten the peace and sta- Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I would appreciation to Taiwan for their continuing like to congratulate Mr. Leon Ewing, President bility of the entire region. These disputes also friendship and contributions to regional peace. threaten the political, economic, and security and CEO of Firstmark Credit Union in San An- f interests of the United States in the Asia-Pa- tonio, on his over four decades of hard work cific region. Through the South China Sea RECOGNIZING JIM JOHNSTON FOR and contributions to South Texas. Peace Initiative, Taiwan calls on all relevant HIS LEADERSHIP ON ISSUES RE- On December 31, 2015, Mr. Ewing will retire parties to exercise restraint, respect inter- LATED TO SMALL BUSINESS from Firstmark Credit Union after 34 years, national law, shelve sovereignty disputes, and AND TRANSPORTATION concluding a distinguished career in the credit adhere to a code of conduct. union industry. Under Mr. Ewing’s leadership, This course of action is similar to the one HON. BILL SHUSTER Firstmark Credit Union became the fourth larg- proposed by President Ma in his East China est credit union in San Antonio. OF PENNSYLVANIA In the local community, Mr. Ewing contrib- Sea Initiative of 2012. The spirit of that pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES uted his time and energy to San Antonio by posal helped to alleviate tensions among serving on the boards of the San Antonio China, Taiwan, and Japan, and led to a fish- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Chamber of Commerce and the Children’s eries agreement between Taiwan and Japan Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hospital of San Antonio. He has earned the in 2013—ending a 40-year fisheries dispute. It recognize Mr. Jim Johnston of Grain Valley, trust and respect of his colleagues, employ- is my hope that the South China Sea Peace MO. This October, Jim will be completing his ees, and customers and we wish him all the Initiative will have a similar effect on the par- eighth term and fourth decade as the Presi- best in the years ahead. ties of the South China Sea dispute. More- dent of the Owner-Operator Independent Driv- over, the South China Sea Peace Initiative is ers Association (OOIDA), an organization that f similar to the Declaration of the Conduct of formed to give owner-operators and drivers a PERSONAL EXPLANATION Parties in the South China Sea, which was voice where they previously had none. Jim is agreed to by ASEAN, including China, in widely considered a national leader on all HON. ED PERLMUTTER 2002. The declaration committed all parties of issues affecting small business trucking pro- OF COLORADO the territorial disputes to ‘‘reaffirm their respect fessionals and professional truck drivers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for and commitment to the freedom of naviga- It is hard to believe that OOIDA began in an tion in and over flight above the South China office trailer chained to a light pole at a truck Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Sea as provided for by the universally recog- stop in Grain Valley. Under Jim’s leadership, it Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, on Thurs- nized principles of international law’’ and to is now the largest organization of small busi- day, October 1, 2015 I was not present to cast

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K06OC8.005 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1428 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 6, 2015 a vote on the conference report for H.R. 1735 the 100th anniversary of the historic Cabrillo volunteer, Extension Council member, pro- and H.R. 3457. Civic Club in Sacramento, and to wish them gram assistant, area specialist, and area di- Had I been present for roll call No. 532, I many more prosperous years in promoting rector. She has also been involved with the would have voted ‘‘NO.’’ Portuguese achievements in the state of Cali- Iowa 4-H Foundation It has been said that Had I also been present for roll call No. 533, fornia. Lois has ‘‘green blood’’ and cherishes the suc- I would have voted ‘‘NO.’’ f cess she sees in Iowa’s youth who have par- ticipated in 4-H throughout her years of serv- f RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- ice with the organization. HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- SARY OF PENN STATE FAYETTE, Mr. Speaker, Lois’ efforts embody the Iowa SARY OF THE SACRAMENTO THE EBERLY CAMPUS spirit and I am honored to represent her, and CABRILLO CIVIC CLUB Iowans like her, in the United States Con- HON. BILL SHUSTER gress. I know that all of my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives will HON. JIM COSTA OF PENNSYLVANIA join me in congratulating Lois for her achieve- OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments and wish her nothing but continued IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, October 6, 2015 success. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with recognize Penn State Fayette, The Eberly CONGRATULATING DR. BARBARA my colleague Ms. MATSUI to celebrate the Campus on the occasion of its 50th anniver- IGLEWSKI 100th anniversary of the historic Cabrillo Civic sary. Club in Sacramento, California—an institution Since the return of Penn State under- that has brought families and communities to- graduate education to southwestern Pennsyl- HON. TOM REED gether since its establishment. vania in 1965, the Fayette campus has grown OF NEW YORK to encompass about 100 acres and 10 build- The Spanish mission style building began IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as the Sutter School in 1915, an elementary ings. Penn State Fayette’s impressive devel- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 school whose students were mostly children of opment is also illustrated by its increased immigrants. Due to the majority of students breadth and depth of program offerings, which Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- being of Portuguese descent or children of now includes nine baccalaureate and seven gratulate Dr. Barbara Iglewski on her induction Japanese farmers, the students of the Sutter associate degree options. Just as when it first into the National Women’s Hall of Fame. On School relied heavily on their education to as- came to the area, Penn State Fayette con- October 3, Dr. Iglewski and nine other women similate as Americans. As the school grew in tinues to offer our area students a local option were honored in Seneca Falls, New York, the popularity and enrollment increased, two addi- for a globally competitive education. birthplace of the women’s rights movement. tional wings were added to the building, but Additionally, I am proud to highlight those Dr. Iglewski was chosen for this honor in eventually closed its doors as a school in who have made these remarkable advance- recognition of her outstanding work in the field 1952. ments possible. While a debt of gratitude is of microbiology. Her groundbreaking research In 1954, the property was purchased by the owed to those who have supported Penn led to a landmark scientific discovery about current owners, Cabrillo Civic Club Number 5 State Fayette’s continuing progress, like the the impact of infectious bacteria on the body’s of Sacramento County. The members of the Eberly Family, the campus’s administration immune system. Her work led to the develop- Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California are dedicated and faculty have also played a fundamental ment of preventative medications that protect to the civic progress of Californians of Por- role in this success. Unlike many other univer- humans from several types of infections and tuguese descent in memory of their com- sities, the faculty at Penn State Fayette serves diseases. patriot, John Rodrigues Cabrillo, discoverer of students as not only teachers but also advi- Dr. Iglewski earned a bachelor’s degree in California on September 28, 1542. Being third sors, enabling students to get a truly worth- biology from Alleghany College before earning generation Portuguese, I feel strongly that this while educational experience. her master’s and doctorate degrees in microbi- organization has helped foster the growth of Walking around the campus today, visitors ology from Penn State University. She cur- our rich culture and sustained the strong com- will notice an atmosphere of unity that has rently holds the distinguished positions of Pro- munity values we hold. been cultivated by more than 25 student clubs fessor Emeritus of Microbiology and Immu- Today the members continue to be dedi- and organizations. In addition to creating this nology and Director of International Programs cated to community development and involve- vibrant and dynamic learning environment, the at the University of Rochester Medical Center. ment in and around every club. Not only is the Fayette campus also maintains the Coal and In addition, she has previously served as building available for rent to host events such Coke Heritage Center, which pays homage to Chair of the Department of Microbiology and as weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, re- the area’s rich industrial past and represents Immunology and Vice Provost for Research unions, fundraisers, and memorials for the the hardworking nature of Fayette County citi- and Graduate Education. Dr. Iglewski has Sacramento County, but the club also pro- zens, from its students to those who have long published over 150 research papers and is motes scholarships for students of Portuguese since retired. recognized by the Institute of Scientific Infor- descent and better education in campus youth I am privileged to congratulate Penn State mation as a highly cited scientist. programs. These programs perpetuate the Fayette, The Eberly Campus for 50 years of Equally as impressive is the work Dr. achievements of other Portuguese forefathers success, and to thank all who have helped Iglewski has done to create opportunity for in the state of California, just like Cabrillo. this community continue to grow and prosper. women in the fields of science, technology, The Club has also been known for many f engineering, and math. As president of the charitable activities, including: blood drives; American Society for Microbiology, she helped TRIBUTE TO LOIS HUNT fund raising for polio and cancer research, and women advance their careers by obtaining assisting candidates for U.S. citizenship. In editorial positions at various scientific journals. addition, they foster a great amount of energy HON. DAVID YOUNG As the first woman to chair a department at into promoting Portuguese culture through OF IOWA the University of Rochester School of Medi- sponsorship of various special events such as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cine and Dentistry, she mentored female stu- Portuguese Immigrant Week and local ‘‘Festas dents and paved the way for female scientists Portuguesas.’’ The Cabrillo Civic Club of Sac- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 to become leaders in their fields of study. ramento County has done an incredible job for Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise I commend Dr. Iglewski on this well-de- the past 100 years in uniting families of Por- today to recognize and congratulate Lois Hunt served recognition. Her induction into the Na- tuguese descent in a community where public for being selected as Ringgold County’s 2015 tional Women’s Hall of Fame cements her service, education, and culture are valued. inductee into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame. place in history alongside Maya Angelou, Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that Ms. Lois’ contributions to 4-H have been far- Susan B. Anthony, Helen Keller, and the many MATSUI and I ask our colleagues in the House reaching, as she has served in a number of other women whose contributions have had a of Representatives to join us in congratulating different capacities within Extension 4-H as a profoundly positive impact on our country.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.002 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1429 IN RECOGNITION OF THE 10TH AN- who developed cerebral palsy after an illness during World War II. Nor do we forget that the NIVERSARY OF THE AVALON when he was 14 months old. Annie took Republic of China was in that conflict a full ACADEMY Sam’s condition and turned it into a rallying four years prior to the entry of the United cry for better educational opportunities for chil- States. Earlier this year, our two countries ob- HON. JACKIE SPEIER dren like him. I continue to be in awe of her served the 70th anniversary of the end of that OF CALIFORNIA energy and optimism. war. After 1949, Taiwan held out as a key IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lynette Mullens holds a Ph.D. and special- non-Communist partner during the early days izes in the clinical research and development of the Cold War. As a well-established democ- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 of drugs for the treatment of neurologic and racy and as an economic powerhouse, Taiwan Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor psychiatric disorders, including drugs that are has set a model example for the rest of Asia The Avalon Academy, a unique and visionary commonly used for seizures associated with and the world in recent years. school in Burlingame, California which is cele- cerebral palsy. Her work in California with a Given our long shared history as allies, it is brating 10 years of exceptional service. The non-profit that provides online access to clin- entirely appropriate that we share in the cele- school provides educational and therapeutic ical trials inspired her to enhance the lives of bration of Taiwan’s National Day. To all of my opportunities to children with cerebral palsy children with cerebral palsy. She is the mother Taiwanese friends, I wish you a happy and and similar movement disorders. of George, who has cerebral palsy, Fred and joyous day. Avalon Academy was founded by two sets Harriet. f of parents of children with cerebral palsy, Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- Annie Noonan and her husband, Jeffrey Wohl, atives to rise with me to honor the extraor- HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. and Lynette Mullens and her husband, Ste- dinary individuals who founded and have run NANCY MACDONALD CLARK phen Dilly, and a special education teacher, Avalon Academy for a decade. They provide Kinga Czegeni. They were frustrated with the the best education imaginable for children with HON. JIM COSTA fragmented educational system for children special needs and should serve as a model OF CALIFORNIA with motor disabilities and decided to create a around the country. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES learning environment that addresses the aca- f demic, motor skill development, recreational, Tuesday, October 6, 2015 social and emotional needs of these students. TRIBUTE TO SOUTHWEST IOWA Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The outcome is a beautiful school that for ten PLANNING COUNCIL honor the life of Dr. Nancy MacDonald Clark, years has allowed the children to thrive and a champion of nursing education in the San give their families peace of mind and certainty HON. DAVID YOUNG Joaquin Valley. Dr. Clark’s efforts in improving that their children are developing to their full- OF IOWA the lives of Valley residents, as well as ex- est potential. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES panding the California State University Avalon Academy is certified as a non-public Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Stanislaus Department of Nursing, makes her school by the California Department of Edu- extraordinarily deserving of having the univer- cation for grades K through 12. It started ten Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise sity’s Community Health Simulation Lab years ago with three students, three staff today to recognize and congratulate the named in her honor. members and three volunteers. Today it Southwest Iowa Planning Council as they cel- Nancy Joan MacDonald Clark was born July serves 8 children and has 27 staff members. ebrate their 40th year in operation. 13, 1946 in San Francisco to Joseph Mac- The Southwest Iowa Planning Council’s Most of the students have cerebral palsy. Donald, a pharmacist, and Edith Bakke Mac- goals are to promote regional cooperation, to Their degree of mobility ranges from being Donald, a registered nurse. She passed away serve the counties and cities within our region able to walk with assistance to being depend- on December 29, 2014 after a lengthy battle with community and economic development ent on a wheelchair. Their cognitive abilities with cancer. activities, and to improve the quality of life for also vary greatly and the faculty caters to their Nancy’s family moved from the bay area to all residents in Southwest Iowa. Southwest individual needs. Cerebral palsy commonly co- Atwater, California in 1951 to open a drug Iowa Transit Agency (SWITA) operates the exists with related challenges from commu- store. Nancy learned the value of service from public transit system in our eight-county re- nication delays, intellectual impairment, social her parents’ involvement in the community. gion, and Southwest Iowa Housing Trust Fund and emotional difficulties and eating chal- Her father served as Mayor of Atwater for two (SWIHTF) provides safe, affordable housing lenges. Traditional schools are mostly not spe- terms, and her mother hosted Atwater Cham- by expanding housing opportunities in the re- cialized to meet those challenges and that is ber of Commerce coffee meetings for the gion. These additional services the Southwest why Avalon Academy is so effective and es- newly arrived airmen at Castle Air Force Base. Iowa Planning Council provides play an impor- sential because the school addresses all the Nancy graduated from Atwater High School in tant role in improving the quality of life for needs in one location. The teachers, physical 1964 and became an active member of the Iowans. therapists and speech pathologists integrate Atwater Women’s Club. Mr. Speaker, it’s an honor to represent movement into all classroom activities, no Nancy graduated from then Fresno State Southwest Iowa Planning Council and its hard matter the level of physical limitation of the College with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in working employees in the United States Con- student. This unique approach enhances Nursing in 1968. She then went on to earn a gress. I know my colleagues in the United motor abilities and encourages the children to Master’s of Science in Nursing from California States House of Representatives will join me be as independent and safe as possible in State University Fresno in 1983. She com- in congratulating the Council on their 40th an- their lives. pleted a Master’s in Public Administration from niversary and wish them nothing but continued I have the highest regard and admiration for Golden Gate University in San Francisco in success. the faculty at Avalon Academy who work mir- 1985, and earned her Doctorate in Education acles every day. They are led by Kinga f from University of California, Davis/California Czegeni, the Head of School. She holds an IN HONOR OF THE 104TH NA- State University Fresno’s Joint Doctoral Pro- M.A. in Special Education from the Inter- TIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC gram in 2004. national Peto Institute in Budapest, Hungary OF CHINA Dr. Clark worked in acute care in San Fran- and was recruited to California in 1997. Before cisco, Texas and Florida for two years before co-founding Avalon Academy she was the di- HON. TOM PRICE relocating to the Central Valley, where she worked in Migrant Health. She then worked as rector of Step by Step in Millbrae. She is a OF GEORGIA certified practitioner in the Ana Baniel Method, a nurse in the Merced County Health Depart- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has worked with children with cerebral palsy ment for six years. After raising two young for two decades and has developed Avalon’s Tuesday, October 6, 2015 children for a number of years, she accepted unique Movement Integrated Special Teaching Mr. TOM PRICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, an appointment at California State University, System. today I am proud to rise in support of a great Stanislaus as a visiting lecturer. Nancy even- The two other founders and now board friend of the United States, Taiwan. As you tually progressed through the ranks to become members are professional women and amaz- know, October 10 is the 104th National Day of a full professor in the nursing program, an RN ing mothers. My dear friend, Annie Noonan, is the Republic of China. to BSN Second Degree Program. a successful attorney and employment law ex- No one forgets the unbelievable sacrifices Dr. Clark was appointed Chair of the Nurs- pert. She is the mother of Julianne and Sam, the Chinese endured against Imperial Japan ing Department at CSU Stanislaus in 1999

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This is over $7.5 trillion in debt our na- TEAM Inc. has expanded their work to provide gram in 2002, the first generic nursing pro- tion, our economy, and our children could their clients with skills and resources they gram to open in California in ten years. Before have avoided with a balanced budget amend- need to succeed and thrive. leaving the department, she had completed a ment. TEAM, Inc. works with individuals and fami- needs assessment and proposal for an MSN f lies in times of crisis and stressful life program which opened in spring 2009. changes. People of all ages turn to them for After earning her doctorate in 2004, Dr. HONORING BROWARD COUNTY help with things ranging from basic needs and Clark was appointed Interim Associate Dean PUBLIC SCHOOLS relief during a crisis to support in making long of the College of Arts, Letters, and Sciences term changes in their lives. I want to extend a at CSU Stanislaus. Following two years of HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ special note of thanks to all of the staff and leave and twenty-eight years in academia, OF FLORIDA administration of TEAM, Inc. whose hard work Nancy retired in the summer of 2008 to focus IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and contributions have strengthened the orga- on her health and family. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 nization and advanced their mission. It takes a Mr. Speaker it is with reverence that I rec- special combination of compassion and dedi- ognize the memory of Dr. Nancy Joan Mac- Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, cation to provide the myriad of programs and Donald Clark. Nancy dedicated many years of I rise today in honor of Broward County Public services at TEAM, Inc. The staff and adminis- her life educating nurses of the future, and en- Schools and the School Board of Broward trators possess those unique qualities and abling those students to not only improve the County as they celebrate their centennial anni- through their efforts make a real difference in lives of California residents but the lives of versary and the school system’s impressive the lives of others. people throughout our nation. May her years history of educational excellence. As the sec- I have had many opportunities to work with of service to the California State University, ond-largest public school system in Florida TEAM, Inc. and always find myself in awe of Stanislaus never be forgotten. and the sixth-largest in the nation, Broward the scope of work they undertake every day. f County teachers and administrators continue In their 50-year history, TEAM, Inc. has to demonstrate their commitment to the better- touched the lives of thousands, bringing the TRIBUTE TO NICK AND SUE HUNT ment of our South Florida community. most precious of gifts—that of hope. There is This remarkable system includes 238 no greater gift that we can provide to our fel- HON. DAVID YOUNG schools, centers and technical colleges, and low citizens. I am proud to stand today and OF IOWA 99 charter schools. Their impact on our state extend my heartfelt congratulations to every- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and this nation reaches far beyond the one at TEAM, Inc. on this very special occa- 265,000 young students and 175,000 adult Tuesday, October 6, 2015 sion and wish them all the best for many more students currently enrolled in one of their pro- years of success. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise grams. Indeed, this school system is a corner- f today to recognize and congratulate Nick and stone of South Florida’s growing and vibrant Sue Hunt of Atlantic, Iowa, for receiving the economy. TRIBUTE TO DORIS SAMUELSON 2015 Conservationist of the Year Award, pre- Broward County Public Schools continues to sented by the Cass County Soil and Water prepare our students for the challenges of the HON. DAVID YOUNG Conservation District. This award is a joint ef- 21st century. The school system educates stu- OF IOWA fort of the Governor’s Office, the Iowa Depart- dents from 204 different countries who speak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, 184 different languages. Through innovative and the Department of Natural Resources. initiatives and a focus on the needs of our di- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 The Conservationist of the Year Award rec- verse community, they stand as beacon of the Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise ognizes the exemplary voluntary actions of American ideals of educational achievement, today to recognize and congratulate Doris farmers who work to improve and protect the upward mobility and the resolve to succeed. Samuelson of Council Bluffs, Iowa, on the environment and natural resources of our It is with great pleasure that I honor celebration of her 90th birthday. Doris cele- state. Nick and Sue were selected for this Broward County Public Schools, the School brated her 90th birthday in September. She award because of their outstanding work in Board of Broward County, and its Super- was married to Bill Samuelson for 56 years their farming operations and for serving as intendent, Mr. Robert Runcie. and has four children. She also taught at the local leaders in environmental stewardship on f elementary school in the Council Bluffs School their farm, utilizing a variety of techniques and District. best management practices. Their efforts have HONORING TEAM INC. ON THE OC- Mr. Speaker it is an honor to represent helped improve and protect the environment in CASION OF THEIR 50TH ANNIVER- Doris and Iowans like her. I know my col- the State of Iowa. SARY leagues in the United States House of Rep- Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate resentatives will join me in congratulating Nick and Sue for earning this award. They are HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Doris on this incredible milestone, and wish shining examples of how hard work and dedi- OF CONNECTICUT her even more health and happiness in the cation to conservation can benefit their prop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years to come. erty and the environment around them for Tuesday, October 6, 2015 f years to come. I know my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives will Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me IN RECOGNITION OF THE 70TH AN- join me in congratulating them for this out- great pleasure to rise today to join the com- NIVERSARY OF JOHN AND BAR- standing achievement and wishing them noth- munities of the Lower Naugatuck Valley in ex- BARA CROSSEN ing but continued success. tending my sincere congratulations to TEAM, f Inc. as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary— HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING a special milestone for this outstanding organi- OF MASSACHUSETTS OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL zation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DEBT Guided by the mission to connect individ- uals and families with solutions that lead to Tuesday, October 6, 2015 HON. MIKE COFFMAN well-being, self-sufficiency and full participation Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in OF COLORADO in the community, over the course of the last recognition of John and Barbara Crossen, who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES five decades TEAM, Inc. has diligently worked celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on to provide programs and services to those September 30th. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 most in need. From Meals on Wheels for sen- Both children of Boston Police Department Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January iors to Head Start programs for children, from officers, John and Barbara met and fell in love 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- energy assistance to eviction prevention and as teenagers. Married on September 30, 1945

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During my Low Vision Support Group, hosted bingo lunch BELL FOR 20 YEARS OF SERVICE years as a Massachusetts State Senator, I with seniors twice a month, and continued to AND LEADERSHIP AT THE NA- had the privilege of working alongside John— be an acting Ambulance board member. The TIONAL COALITION ON BLACK who devotedly served his neighbors as an community honored them as Mr. and Mrs. CIVIC PARTICIPATION earnest and dedicated community representa- Escalon because of their immense participa- tive. Barbara, too, dedicated her life to public tion and contributions. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON service as Director of Human Resources for They have left a permanent mark on the OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office. Escalon Community. Both were inspiring IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Though they are now both retired, they are human beings even in the face of difficult Tuesday, October 6, 2015 still involved in their community and maintain times. Sheila endured two bouts of breast can- a keen interest in politics and public affairs. cer, kidney failure, heart attacks, and blind- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ask the As a testament to the profound impact John ness due to macular degeneration. Despite all House of Representatives to join me in recog- and Barbara have had on their family, their this, she maintained a smile on her face and nizing Melanie L. Campbell, President and spirit of service and community has tran- a high spirit of gratitude. Pete’s energy was CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic scended generations. Over the years, many of just as contagious, and it allowed for them to Participation (the National Coalition) for her their children and grandchildren have gone be confident together. Both lived life the way exemplary leadership to expand and preserve into law enforcement and served in the Boston it should be lived; they enjoyed the simple civil, human and women’s rights in the United Police Department. John and Barbara cele- things and made the most of their time to- States. This year marks the 20th year Ms. brate their 70th anniversary surrounded by gether every day. Campbell has led the National Coalition, which their loving family, which has grown to five Family was central to the Arellanos and they is composed of organizations that represent children, eleven grandchildren and two great loved their family above all else. They are sur- some 40 million people across our great na- grandchildren. vived by their three children George Arellano, tion. Campbell is well known for her unique Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor John and Tina Jensen and Bahrt Arellano; seven grand- ability to build powerful coalitions and net- Barbara on this joyous occasion. I ask that my children Kim Theisen, Craig Berchtold, Holly works that bring diverse people together for colleagues join me in wishing them and their Page, Heidi Rech, Jeremy Jensen, Cortez the common good. family many more years of happiness. Arellano, Vincent Arellano; and eight great- The National Coalition was founded nearly f grandchildren Kelsie Theisen, Callie Theisen, 40 years ago on May 5, 1976 in the District of Trenton Berchtold, Emma Berchtold, Madelyn Columbia by great heroes and sheroes of the HONORING PETER AND SHEILA Page, Colton Page, Olivia Jensen and Vivian Civil Rights Movement, including the late Dr. ARELLANO Jensen. Dorothy Irene Height, Norman Hill, the late Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring and Maynard Jackson, Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery, HON. JEFF DENHAM recognizing Peter and Sheila Arellano for their William ‘‘Bill’’ Lucy, Eddie Williams and many OF CALIFORNIA numerous years of unwavering dedication to others—all of whom mentored Campbell to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Escalon community. They will be deeply embrace servant leadership as a way of life in her journey in the fight for justice for all peo- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 missed by many and may God bless them al- ways. ple. Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Melanie Campbell is a nationally recognized f acknowledge and honor the lives of a well- expert in civic engagement, voting rights, known and beloved couple in the Escalon TRIBUTE TO THE SOUTHEAST women’s rights and youth empowerment, and community, Peter and Sheila Arellano. They POLK HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL has led many successful coalition-based cam- passed away within a year of each other. TEAM paigns that have empowered thousands of Af- Sheila on October 7, 2014 and Peter on June rican Americans to have a voice in our rep- 14, 2015. HON. DAVID YOUNG resentative democracy including: 1) the Unity Peter, fondly known as ‘‘Chessie’’ to his OF IOWA Voter Empowerment Campaign helping in- friends and family, grew up in Sonora, Cali- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crease Black voter participation to historic fornia where he was noted as a star athlete. records over the past decade; 2) the Unity Di- After graduating from high school, Peter en- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 aspora Census Campaigns helping reduce the listed in the United States Air Force during Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise undercount of the Black population in 2000 WWII. He was stationed in the South Pacific, today to recognize and congratulate the and 2010; and 3) organizing the ReBuild Hope Australia, New Guinea, the Philippines, and Southeast Polk High School Boys Baseball NOW Coalition in 2005 to assist survivors of Europe where he spent several years dili- Team for winning the Iowa Class 4A State Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in rebuilding their gently and courageously serving our Country. Baseball Championship. lives in the Gulf Coast Region. After returning from WWII, he graduated from I would like to congratulate each member of Ms. Campbell acknowledges that one of her San Jose State to begin a career teaching and the Team: most rewarding accomplishments at the Na- coaching. He also served in his local Lions Players: Cam Shannon, Kyle Underwood, tional Coalition has been creating an innova- Club for over 65 years in various positions Tim Neff, Austin Martin, Cole Horton, Nathan tive, youth-led civic leadership development from Past President to Chairman. He was Gjersvik, Ryan Lamke, Brayden Shepherd, program, Black Youth Vote, which was Stockton County Fair Escalon Exhibit Co-Chair Jace Surprenant, Brandon Ross, Sam Henry, launched April 4, 1996, under the banner, ‘‘the for over 20 years. He also started the Peter Thomas McLaughlin, Alex DuToit, Jake Nel- ballot, not the bullet’’ in commemoration of the Arellano Athletic Scholarship and he pre- son, Sean Joelson, Carter Bauge, Zack Ham- assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. viously hosted the Peter Arellano Athletic ilton, Cole Hauser, Alex Pierce, Cole Campbell is a passionate advocate for wom- Scholarship Golf Tournament to raise money Hassman, Sam Hermes, and Connor Young. en’s rights and serves as convener of Black for scholar athletes from Escalon High School. Coaches: Scott Belger, Dave Hartman, Mike Women’s Roundtable (BWR), an intergenera- Peter married the love of his life, Sheila, and Steele, Rick Fee, Ty Weatherman, Scot tional public policy and organizing network of together they moved to Escalon, California Surprenant, and Blake Kielman. the National Coalition. Under her leadership, where they lived for over 58 years. Pete con- Mr. Speaker, the success of this team and BMR empowers thousands of women and girls tinued his passion for teaching at Escalon their coaches demonstrates the rewards of annually with tools and resources to live a High School. hard work, dedication, and perseverance. I am higher quality of life. BWR is focused on fight- Sheila proudly worked as the assistant edi- honored to represent them in the United ing for income equality for women and a living tor for the Escalon Times. Sheila also served States Congress. I know all of my colleagues wage job for all Americans. as President of the Chamber of Commerce for in the United States House of Representatives In 2014, Campbell led a Black Women’s two terms, member of the Historian Society, will join me in congratulating these young men Roundtable delegation to challenge the NFL to

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Students are encouraged to broaden ples and governments of the United States ican woman and second woman in history to their horizons with a change of scenery and and Taiwan. serve as the U.S. Attorney General of the culture through this program. One student in- f United States. terned for a museum in London and was able Most recently, she established the Black to incorporate this experience in with their his- TRIBUTE TO TOM AND NORMA Youth Vote/Gathering of Black Men & Boys tory course. Another student worked on an TROXEL Initiative which held a Capitol Hill day on April, oral-care education project for the small chil- 23, 2015, with over 200 young men and boys dren of migrant farmworkers who live within a HON. DAVID YOUNG coming together to learn how the public policy short drive of the campus. OF IOWA process works and meeting their Congres- As you can see through the Honors Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sional representatives from both parties to gram, students have been challenged to think Tuesday, October 6, 2015 share their concerns that are impacting their deeply about what they want to accomplish personally and professionally, and are already Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise lives. For her black male initiatives work, she today to recognize and congratulate Tom and was recently appointed to the My Brothers’ making strides toward those goals. Saint Leo Honors Program has shown and continues to Norma Troxel of Farragut, Iowa, for their in- Keeper Alliance Advisory Council supported duction into the Iowa 4–H Hall of Fame during by President Obama. show their commitment to educating students and influencing their lives positively to help a ceremony at the 2015 Iowa State Fair. Campbell is an active member of Delta Tom and Norma have been involved in 4– Sigma Theta Sorority and several other promi- shape them in every way. Once again, please join me in commending H for most of their lives. They are longtime nent national organizations. She is a native of members of 4–H and became 4–H leaders Mims, Florida and attributes her passion for the National Collegiate Honors Council on their 50th Anniversary. Their service to pro- when their three daughters, Andria, Maggie, civil rights and social justice to her parents, and Kimberly, became old enough to join. Mrs. Janet Campbell and the late Isaac Camp- grams like those at Saint Leo University and their dedication to academic excellence and Tom is a 4th generation ag producer, and bell, Sr., who instilled in her a strong faith in Norma has served on the Extension Council God and the understanding that ‘‘helping oth- achievement is honorable. f and the 4–H Youth and Endowment Commit- ers is the rent we pay for being born.’’ tees for a number of years. Melanie L. Campbell has spent her entire COMMEMORATING 104TH Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate professional life as a mentor and a role model ANNIVERSARY OF TAIWAN Tom and Norma for being inducted into the 4– for countless women and youth in the District H Hall of Fame. They are shining examples of of Columbia, the nation and the world. HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. how hard work, leadership, and dedication can Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- OF MICHIGAN serve to promote and support our youth and atives to join me in saluting Melanie L. Camp- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the mission of 4–H. I know my colleagues in bell for her 20 years of service to our nation Tuesday, October 6, 2015 the United States House of Representatives as a non-profit leader at the National Coalition, will join me in congratulating Tom and Norma Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and for being a great humanitarian and out- and wishing them nothing but continued suc- congratulate the people of Taiwan on the standing citizen of the United States of Amer- cess. ica. 104th anniversary of their great Republic on f f October 10. This day, known as ‘‘Double Ten Day’’ because it falls on the 10th day of the IN MEMORY OF SAMUEL J. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 50TH AN- 10th month, is revered in Taiwan the same as SWORN, JR. OF POMPANO BEACH, NIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL we celebrate the 4th of July. It commemorates FLORIDA COLLEGIATE HONORS COUNCIL the Wuchang Uprising, the event that triggered a revolution that led to the overthrow of Chi- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS na’s imperial regime and the establishment of OF FLORIDA OF FLORIDA the Republic of China on January 1, 1912. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Over the following century, as a result of the hard work and dedication of the people of Tai- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Tuesday, October 6, 2015 wan, Taiwan has become a democracy that Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to stands as a model to other nations around the honor an esteemed educator, community lead- recognize the National Collegiate Honors world. er, and personal friend, Mr. Samuel J. Sworn, Council (NCHC) for their 50th Anniversary and On this national day, I would also like to Jr. Brother Samuel was a community icon and outstanding commitment to collegiate honors take the time to thank Taiwan for their con- a charter member of the Fort Lauderdale education. The National Collegiate Honors tinuing focus on buying American goods. In Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Council is dedicated to excellence in edu- 2014, Taiwan surpassed India and Saudi Ara- He sadly transitioned into the Chapter Invisible cation, as they serve over 800 colleges and bia to become the United States’ 10th largest on October 5, 2015, surrounded by family, universities across the country and is com- trading partner. Last year, Taiwan purchased friends, and his beloved wife Millicent. posed of over 325,000 students dedicated to nearly $200 million worth of goods from my Brother Samuel believed that mentorship, achieving excellence in diverse subject and home state of Michigan, bolstering our chem- volunteerism, and philanthropy are the corner- curriculum areas to fulfill professional career ical, metal and machinery sectors. stones of a thriving community and because of goals. 104 years after the Wuchang Uprising, Tai- his efforts, the Fort Lauderdale Alumni Chap- I would also like to call attention to Saint wan has transformed into a flourishing, eco- ter continues to be a ‘‘beacon of light’’ and a Leo University in my district for their dedica- nomically robust society where social justice is positive influence in the lives of the people of tion to academic excellence and for being a a priority. Taiwan’s praiseworthy commitment Broward County. member of the National Collegiate Honors to social justice is perhaps best exemplified by Brother Samuel was also a wonderful edu- Council. Students at Saint Leo University ex- their implementation of the single-payer Na- cator. For over 30 years, he served the stu- perience and grow in core values such as ex- tional Health Insurance (NHI) system. This dents of Broward County, first as a Blanche cellence, community, integrity, respect, per- year marks the 20th anniversary of the sys- Ely High School teacher, then transitioning sonal development and responsible steward- tem, which guarantees all Taiwanese citizens through the Broward County system to be- ship. access to necessary medical care. In just two come an administrator at Plantation High The Honors Program at Saint Leo University decades, Taiwan’s healthcare system has be- School. He had a knack for helping people was started over 30 years ago. Alumni and come globally renowned for providing citizens and on June 13, 2009, Pompano Beach offi- current students continue to express to others with easy access to high-quality medical serv- cials dedicated the new aquatic center Hous- the enormous impact the program has had on ices, and it provides an important lesson to ton-Sworn Aquatic Center at Mitchell-Moore their professional work experience. One grad- the world about the feasibility of a transition to Park to honor his many contributions to the uate is now a professional working in instruc- a single-payer system. Pompano community.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.018 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1433 Mr. Speaker, I once again want to honor Mr. ice as their Director of Grassroots, and is one esters. The Bush White House team soon Samuel J. Sworn, Jr. for his dedication and of the most respected and expert advocates in learned that I did not need a reminder to in- commitment to education, our fraternity, his the country in her field. Since many of my col- clude Paulette as I’d tell them she was always community, and most of all to his family. He leagues call Paulette a dear friend, I’d like to first on my call list. was a kind human being whose legacy and pay tribute to her numerous contributions to In addition to Paulette’s significant profes- memory will always live on. I was truly proud Oregon and its natural resource industries. sional achievements, it is important to note to call Samuel my friend and will miss him Born in Sioux City, Iowa and raised on a that an even higher priority for her is her cher- dearly. wheat and dairy operation near Cottonwood, ished family and the faith that guides her daily. f Idaho, agriculture has always been close to Paulette and her husband Ken raised six out- Paulette’s heart. As she has worked on behalf standing children, who in turn are raising their CONGRATULATING DONALD of Oregon’s farmers for over three decades, 16 grandchildren. Paulette has led her family ‘‘TRAE’’ SHEEHAN III Paulette became well known statewide for the by love and Christian example, and this is passion for and commitment to the farm, very clear to all who know her. HON. ALEXANDER X. MOONEY ranch and timber families she worked for. Mr. Speaker and my colleagues, please join OF WEST VIRGINIA In 1972, after nearly a decade working in me in recognizing and thanking my good friend, Paulette Pyle, for her years of leader- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES health care, Paulette made her first profes- sional foray into politics, serving as district ship and tremendous dedication on behalf of Tuesday, October 6, 2015 staff for Senator Steve Symms of Idaho during the natural resource industry. Oregon’s farm- Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia. Mr. Speak- his time in the U.S. House. She campaigned ers, ranchers and foresters have benefited in er, I would like to congratulate Donald ‘‘Trae’’ her way from Idaho to Oregon. A tenacious countless ways over the past three and a half Sheehan III of Troop 165 of the Shenandoah and well-liked go-getter from the start, she decades thanks to Paulette. I wish Paulette Area Council in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, was known to go door to door on campaigns and Ken the best for many years of good for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. This ac- with her twin baby girls—one on each hip. health and happiness in retirement and the complishment required leadership, service to Paulette took her grassroots experience to years ahead. She will forever remain a very his community, and a great deal of hard work. the newly formed Oregonians for Food and special friend. It makes me proud to see young West Vir- Shelter in 1980. Over the next 35 years, she f ginians such as Donald work to better them- became a beloved and relied upon household CONGRATULATING THE 2015 HON- selves and their communities as they prepare name for Oregon’s farmers, ranchers and for- OREES OF THE TOLEDO AFRICAN to become our nation’s future leaders. I join esters as well as a highly regarded advocate AMERICAN LEGACY PROJECT with Donald’s family and friends in congratu- around the state capitol and in the halls of lating him on becoming an Eagle Scout. Congress. In that role, Paulette became an integral HON. MARCY KAPTUR f OF OHIO part of Oregon’s natural resources community, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO VAN CLARK JR. tying together sometimes differing groups to- wards a common goal. If there was an issue Tuesday, October 6, 2015 HON. DAVID YOUNG heating up that affected the industry, you Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF IOWA knew you’d find Paulette leading the charge to congratulate thirteen community leaders who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ensure progress. are being recognized as 2015 honorees of the Guided by what she knew was right and in Toledo African American Legacy Project. The Tuesday, October 6, 2015 the best interest of Oregon, Paulette knew Toledo African American Legacy Project is Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise how to get things done. At times when others dedicated to bringing together people to docu- today to recognize and congratulate Van Clark may have been turned off by a defeat, Pau- ment and preserve the history of northwest Jr. for his retirement from Modern Optical in lette just got creative. And this approach often Ohio’s African American communities and Des Moines after 43 years of dedicated serv- led to success. demonstrate the impact and influence of indi- ice. One example of Paulette’s creative, can-do viduals upon Toledo and the greater world Van has spent his life helping his patients disposition is the time Paulette worked tire- community. enjoy their lives to the fullest. His dedication to lessly to move a pesticide bill through the leg- This year’s honorees are indeed a cele- helping others is second to none. During his islature, only to have the Governor veto it. Un- brated group. Elinor Allen is a retired school time at Modern Optical, Van would make spe- willing to give up on the effort, Paulette went teacher who for 33 years served as an ele- cial trips to nursing homes in the area to offer to work again, getting the language attached mentary teacher, Unit Leader, and reading optical assistance to those who were in need. to a bill referring a decision on a light rail teacher in Toledo Public Schools. Ronald He now plans to spend as much time as pos- project to the voters—a legislative vehicle that Jackson, Sr., was appointed as the first Afri- sible with his family and travel with his wife. the Governor was eager to see approved. Left can American Deputy Chief of the Toledo Po- Mr. Speaker, Van’s selflessness and willing- with a choice between letting the bill move for- lice Department and also served as Executive ness to help others is a true embodiment of ward with Paulette’s language included, or Director of the Board of Community Relations. the Iowa spirit. It is an honor to represent him vetoing his own legislative priority, the Gov- Theresa M. Gabriel has served in many ca- and Iowans like him in the United States Con- ernor signed the bill into law. Paulette scored pacities within the city government including gress. I know that all of my colleagues in the a win on behalf of family farmers, and voters Director of Parks, Recreation and Forestry and United States House of Representatives will went on to vote down the Governor’s project. Director of Department of Human Resources. join me in congratulating him on this momen- This tenacity and skill served Paulette well She currently serves on Toledo City Council. tous occasion and wish him nothing but con- at the federal level too. Her grassroots efforts John Moore is a consultant, motivational tinued success and happiness in his retire- were integral as we worked to turn the heat up speaker and author whose current and past ment. on the Senate and push the last major federal board memberships include Owens Commu- f forest policy reform to become law, the nity College and the College’s foundation, Healthy Forest Restoration Act, across the fin- Boys and Girls Clubs of Toledo and Hospice RECOGNIZING PAULETTE PYLE ish line. of Northwest Ohio. Doni Miller is the CEO of State legislators and members of Congress the Neighborhood Health Association, a feder- HON. GREG WALDEN weren’t the only ones leaning on Paulette for ally qualified health center. She earned a Doc- OF OREGON advice and assistance. President George W. tor of Jurisprudence from the University of To- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bush became fast friends with Paulette, and ledo and has 25 years of experience in health made sure she was included in any ranching, administration in addition to hosting a local Tuesday, October 6, 2015 farming or forestry discussion affecting Oregon public affairs television program. Ben Williams Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and the Pacific Northwest. The president’s has dedicated his life to youth. He is currently recognize my very good friend, Paulette Pyle, team would call me before one of his many the Executive Director of the Ben E. Williams for her many years advocating for Oregon’s visits to Oregon during his presidency to con- Youth Service, Inc., and was the first African farmers, ranchers and foresters. Paulette is re- firm that I had not forgotten to make sure Pau- American coach inducted into the Ohio High tiring from Oregonians for Food and Shelter lette would be available to join ‘‘43’’ when he School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of where she delivered 35 years of historic serv- visited our family farmers, ranchers and for- Fame.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.022 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1434 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 6, 2015 The Toledo African American Legacy Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me catching up on local conversations with neigh- Project also posthumously recognized: Dr. today to honor Mrs. Marsha Bianconi for her bors and enjoying authentic Texas barbecue. Frank A. Brown, who was elected the first Afri- twenty seven years of service to our commu- Tin Roof has been a staple in our commu- can American as Vice President of the Toledo nities and for her dedication to regional co- nity for 14 years, and over the years, I’ve Board of Education and eventually President; operation. I thank her for her leadership and eaten there so often that I consider the own- and Roland A. Gandy, Jr., who was Chief of wish her many years of joy in her retirement. ers, Ronnie and Nancy Webber, to be friends. Staff at Mercy Hospital and Maumee Valley f Ronnie and Nancy decided to open Tin Roof Hospital and was known for providing services soon after Ronnie retired from the Houston free of charge to Scott High School and the TRIBUTE TO SARA ROSS Police Department. Not content with retire- University of Toledo athletics. ment, they purchased a historic home, located In addition to honoring these community HON. DAVID YOUNG close to Memorial Park, which was used dur- leaders, the Toledo African American Legacy OF IOWA ing World War II to house military personnel at Project also highlights young, emerging Afri- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Camp Logan. A developer was going to tear can-Americans leading the way for the future. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 it down until the Webbers saved it. They This year, four people were recognized for moved the structure to Atascocita and outfitted their efforts. Larome Myrick is a Parole Serv- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise it in Texas-themed decor. ice Supervisor in the Department of Youth today to recognize and congratulate Sara The restaurant has grown from the original Services Toledo Region. Kelly Westmoreland Ross of Minden, Iowa, for being selected as house with several additions, including a is an agent for Bankers Life and Casualty. the Midwest Farm Mom of the Year. Sara Texas-sized covered deck. On a typical Satur- Jason Woodward is a minister, deacon and fi- grew up in a small rural community in Ne- day night, folks fill the place to sample deli- nance director at Trinity Faith Tabernacle braska, but she did not grow up on a farm. cious, homemade cooking, from Texas’ best Church. Rashieda Timpson is founder and When Sara married her husband Kevin, a barbecue to side dishes made from scratch. CEO of the Christian based non-profit organi- sixth-generation Iowa farmer, she took it upon Of course, there’s Ronnie’s delicious home- zation United Sisters (women inspiring herself to learn the farm business. made sauce, sweet tea, and live music. women). The criteria used in selecting the ‘‘Farm Family-owned restaurants, like Tin Roof, are It is my sincere pleasure to congratulate all Mom of the Year’’ by the American Agri- the heart of our community. Ronnie and of these honorees for their hard work and Women, a national coalition of farm, ranch, Nancy are deeply rooted here, and it shows. dedicated service. We stand on the shoulders and agribusiness women, is based on support They give back whenever they can. They pro- of those who came before us and together we for family and commitment to agriculture. vide food, friendship, and support for a num- build community forward. The 2015 African Sara’s commitment is evident through her blog ber of neighborhood organizations, area American Legacy Project honorees represent about farm life, her involvement in volunteer schools, and our local law enforcement offi- the excellence that is in us. Their leadership farm organizations, and her international work, cers. Recently, they participated in a charity inspires. including traveling to China to teach women cook-off to help the Banded Brigade Outdoors, f there about U.S. agriculture and soybean pro- an organization that provides morale-boosting IN RECOGNITION OF MARSHA duction. events, such as hunting, fishing, and target BIANCONI’S SERVICE AS EXECU- Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate shooting, for those who have served our great TIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CON- Sara for her leadership in the agriculture com- country. FERENCE OF WESTERN WAYNE munity in Pottawattamie County, the State of Many love barbecue for its taste. Iowa, and with international partners. Sara’s Aficionados love it for its craft. Texans love it HON. DEBBIE DINGELL hard work and dedication to her family and for its tradition, steeped in community with farm represents our Iowa values, and I am OF MICHIGAN friends and family gathered around a picnic proud to represent her in the United States IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES table, making memories. This weekend grab Congress. I know that my colleagues in the the family and head to the nearest Texas bar- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 United States House of Representatives will becue joint. Just be careful if you mix it with Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join me in congratulating Sara and in wishing football and politics. recognize Mrs. Marsha Bianconi for her distin- her and her family nothing but the best. And that’s just the way it is—y’all. guished service as the Executive Director of f f the Conference of Western Wayne. Marsha’s commitment to our community has enriched A TRIED AND TRUE TRADITION: RECOGNIZING PROFESSOR GZ the lives of so many and helped guide the TEXAS BARBECUE (CHARLIE) BROWN leaders of our region towards collective and coordinated success. HON. TED POE HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO The Conference of Western Wayne is a OF TEXAS OF OREGON consortium of eighteen western Wayne County IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES communities who meet monthly to discuss Tuesday, October 6, 2015 issues including; legislation, transportation, Tuesday, October 6, 2015 public safety, substance abuse, economic de- Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, barbecue Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to velopment, and the environment. For over thir- is among the great traditions of Texas. Texans recognize University of Oregon Professor GZ ty five years, the Conference of Western are passionate about their favorite barbecue (Charlie) Brown, Philip H. Knight Professor of Wayne has moved forward with its mission to as they are about football and politics. I’ve Architecture. For 38 years, Professor Brown support the bi-partisan, mutual interest of its heard barbeque, football, and politics should has taught and inspired generations of Univer- member communities. For twenty seven of not be brought up in mixed company. All three sity of Oregon students and practitioners. those years, Marsha has shaped the mission, are contact sports here. Prof. Brown is a leader in sustainable de- vision, and programming of the organization We take our barbecue seriously, and we sign and founded the UO Energy Studies in and taken it far beyond what anyone would know we smoke it the best way. Folks are Buildings Laboratory, (ESBL) located in Port- have imagined when it started. known to plan road trips across the state to land and Eugene. As director of the ESBL, he As we reflect on her service and accom- remedy a hankering for barbecue at legendary developed and oversaw research projects fo- plishments, it is important to recognize that joints, like Louie Miller Barbecue in Taylor, cused on understanding how building and Marsha has been a wonderful mother of two Black’s Barbecue in Lockhart, or City Market transportation design determines energy con- children, Steven and Melissa, and a loving in Luling. Let’s not forget one of the world’s sumption. The lab collaborates with designers, wife to her husband Bob. After all, we are all best barbecue cook-offs is held every year at builders, developers, and governmental agen- working to build stronger, safer communities the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. cies to develop strategies and design tools not just for ourselves, but for our families and Folks ask me all the time, ‘‘Where do you that maximize energy efficiency in new mate- friends. While she is looking forward to retire- go for good Texas barbecue?’’ rials, components, assemblies, buildings, and ment, I know that we will not lose her insight My choice, hands down, is located prac- communities. The ESBL has acted as a de- and leadership in our region because she will tically in my backyard—Tin Roof BBQ in sign consultant on more than 100 projects. continue to stay involved in so many of our Atascocita. There are few places I would rath- Prof. Brown is a pioneer. In 1988, he col- community organizations. er be than sidled up to a table at Tin Roof, laborated on a study investigating the impacts

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.026 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1435 of climate change on the energy performance EL FARO TRAGEDY Ziv, a Harvard University doctoral student. of buildings. In 1991, he served as an advisor Amazingly, every city in the top five hail from on the Global Warming project for the Office HON. CORRINE BROWN Louisiana, with Houma, Shreveport-Bossier of Technology Assessment of the U.S. Con- OF FLORIDA City, Baton Rouge, and Alexandria following gress. He is the author of a pioneering book IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lafayette in the study’s findings. Accordingly, on the practice of sustainable design, Sun, Louisiana was found to be the happiest state Wind and Light: Architectural Design Strate- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 in the country. gies, and co-author of Natural Ventilation in Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, my This is just another reason I am proud to Northwest Buildings and Inside Out: Design heart and prayers go out to the families of call Lafayette, Louisiana, my home. I’m hon- Procedures for Passive Environmental Tech- those aboard the cargo ship, El Faro, which ored to represent this beautiful and diverse nologies. His list of publications includes more disappeared Thursday evening, northeast of city in Congress, and am grateful to be able than 100 papers and reports on computing, the Crooked Islands, Bahamas. Along with the to recognize its distinction as the Happiest energy, climate, and housing. He has also co- family members, I hold out hope that the City in America. authored software programs to facilitate de- Coast Guard’s search and rescue mission will f sign, including Energy Scheming, SIP Schem- be able to save the lives of surviving crew ing, Energy Module, and Auto Architect. members. TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT LUCAS COLOSIMO Prof. Brown’s research topics include visual- As a senior member of the House Com- ization of building information, manually acti- mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure, I vated pneumatic shade controls, natural ven- will be asking for a complete investigation into HON. DAVID YOUNG tilation, daylighting (including the impact of this tragic incident. I commend the Coast OF IOWA structural design), heat exchangers, modular Guard for everything they do for our nation in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES construction (with a focus on structural insu- the areas of maritime security and environ- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 lated panels), classroom design, building mental protection, and have worked closely Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise massing, passive design, insulation, energy with the agency for many years. I was briefed today to recognize and congratulate Lucas auditing, and straw bale construction. today by the Coast Guard, and was told that in their search and rescue mission, they cur- Colosimo for achieving the rank of Eagle He is a Fellow of the American Institute of rently have: Scout. Architects and the American Solar Energy So- Two Coast Guard HC–130 Hercules air- The Eagle Scout rank is the highest ad- ciety, and has received awards for leadership planes from Coast Guard Air Station Clear- vancement rank in scouting. Only about five in research from the U.S. Green Building water, Florida. percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Council and the Architectural Research Cen- Two Navy P–8 fixed wing airplanes. Award. The award is a performance-based ters Consortium. In 1984, Prof. Brown re- One Coast Guard MH–60 Jayhawk from achievement with high standards that have ceived the National Award for Energy Innova- Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater, Florida. been well-maintained for more than a century. tion from the U.S. Department of Energy and Coast Guard Cutter Northland, a 210-foot To earn the Eagle Scout rank, a Boy Scout the Governor’s Award for Energy Innovation medium endurance cutter homeported in is obligated to pass specific tests that are or- from the State of Oregon. Portsmouth, Virginia. ganized by requirements and merit badges, as Prof. Brown will be honored this month by Coast Guard Cutter Resolute, a 210-foot well as complete an Eagle Project to benefit the University of Oregon for his contributions, medium endurance cutter homeported in St. the community. For his Eagle Scout Service and it is my honor to recognize and congratu- Petersburg, Florida. Project, Lucas made and installed an outdoor late him for his years of exemplary service. Coast Guard Cutter Charles Sexton, a 154- meditative pathway, which included the Sta- foot fast response cutter homeported in Key tions of the Cross at St. Thomas More Center f West, Florida. in Panora, Iowa. Three commercial tugboats. Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young TRIBUTE TO TALL CORN MOTEL Additionally, the National Transportation man demonstrates the rewards of hard work, Safety Board (NTSB) will have an investigative dedication, and perseverance. I am honored to HON. DAVID YOUNG team that will arrive in Jacksonville tomorrow, represent Lucas and his supportive family in and I will continue to monitor the situation the United States Congress. I know that all of OF IOWA closely and provide any assistance I am able my colleagues in the United States House of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to. Representatives will join me in congratulating f him on reaching the rank of Eagle Scout, and Tuesday, October 6, 2015 I wish him continued success in his future RECOGNIZING LAFAYETTE, LOU- education and career. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise ISIANA, AS THE HAPPIEST CITY f today to recognize and congratulate the Tall IN AMERICA Corn Motel of Shenandoah, Iowa. For over 60 IN HONOR OF THE 75TH BIRTHDAY years, the Tall Corn Motel has been a con- OF JOHN JENKINS stant in the Shenandoah community. The busi- HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR. ness was founded in 1955 and was one of the OF LOUISIANA first motels to be built in the state. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. MIKE ROGERS OF ALABAMA Throughout the 1950s and 1960s the motel Tuesday, October 6, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES went through many changes and new owner- Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ship to accommodate what quickly became a to congratulate Lafayette, Louisiana, for being Tuesday, October 6, 2015 famous Iowa landmark. With the economy recognized as the Happiest City in America. Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I booming, many motel guests looked at the Lafayette is my home. I was raised there, at- ask for the House’s attention today to recog- motel as their home away from home. In fact, tended elementary and high school there, ob- nize John Jenkins on his 75th birthday on Oc- even world famous movie stars and musi- tained my undergraduate degree from the Uni- tober 16th. cians, such as the Everly Brothers, Elizabeth versity of Southwest Louisiana there, and Mr. Jenkins was born in Dayton, Ohio in Taylor, Dolly Parton, Lucille Ball, John Wayne, began a family there. Anyone who has spent 1940. In his childhood, he worked on his fam- and Marilyn Monroe, made appearances time in our city can tell you it is a place filled ily’s farm, and showed a strong worth ethic throughout the years at the Tall Corn Motel. with joie de vivre—where friends and neigh- and a dedication to every job he held. He Mr. Speaker, I commend the Tall Corn bors become family, our unique Cajun food, eventually began a career as an investment Motel for 60 years of dedicated service to the music, and culture abound, and everyone specialist, helping others achieve the Amer- communities and visitors of Shenandoah and knows how to have a good time. ican dream. southwest Iowa. I urge my colleagues in the This designation was awarded by the Na- However, not everything in John’s life was United States House of Representatives to tional Bureau of Economic Research based on perfect. He struggled with alcoholism, which join me in congratulating the Tall Corn Motel a 2014 study conducted by Edward Glaeser of later led to an addiction to crack cocaine. His owners, and wishing them and their entire Harvard University, Joshua Gottlieb of the addictions caused him to reach rock bottom, staff nothing but the best moving forward. Vancouver School of Economics, and Oren and he found himself living in a burned out

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OF OREGON Friend and fellow Steamboater Dale on the change in his life by helping others, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Greenley remembered Levine as an ‘‘easy- and over the past 15 years has served in nu- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 going, kind of quiet, laid back’’ man. merous positions at His Place, most recently Greenley had known Levine since the 1970s. becoming an assistant director there. He also Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I submit an arti- He said Levine did whatever it took to stay serves as a deacon and elder at Grace Falls cle from Roseburg, Oregon’s News-Review to by the river so he could keep on fishing. honor and remember the lives of those who ‘‘He could have gone off somewhere and Church, and is known and loved throughout were taken too soon at Umpqua Community probably made good money, but he loved the his community. College on Thursday, October 1, 2015. Umpqua and he stayed here and he finally Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing I ask that all Americans pray for the friends got that job at the UCC and that was really nice,’’ he said. the life and achievements of Mr. Jenkins and and families of these nine victims as they Greenley doesn’t have a television set, so wishing him a happy 75th birthday. grieve and rebuild from this tragedy. he didn’t know about Levine’s death until he We must also keep in our thoughts and was called by a reporter with a national f prayers those who were injured physically and news outlet. emotionally by this event. It will take time and ‘‘That’s when I found out. It was kind of a RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL DIS- our support and patience as they grieve and shock. I’m still kind of processing it,’’ he recover. said. ABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARE- Greenley said Levine was fun to talk to. NESS MONTH Roseburg is a strong and tight-knit commu- nity. I am heartened, and not surprised, by the They shared fishing stories together. Levine was a great writer who loved to describe the acts of kindness and generosity in response to North Umpqua River he loved, Greenley said. HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON an unthinkable act. We call that ‘‘UCC ‘‘He was just part of the river,’’ Greenley Strong,’’ ‘‘Roseburg Strong.’’ It is this strong said. ‘‘Larry loved the river. He committed OF TEXAS spirit that will carry everyone through this dif- his life to it.’’ He was also popular with students. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ficult time. [From the News-Review, Roseburg, Oregon, ‘‘If you ever had any questions or problems Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Oct. 2, 2015] or anything else, he was Johnny-on-the-spot to help you out,’’ said Taylor Gunn, 21, of VICTIMS’ FAMILIES: ‘OUR LIVES HAVE BEEN Myrtle Creek who took her first ever com- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. SHATTERED BEYOND REPAIR’ munity college class from Levine last spring. Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to recognize The victims who died in Thursday’s Ump- October as National Disability Employment qua Community College shooting were far KIM DIETZ, 59, ROSEBURG Awareness Month. As we celebrate the 70th more than a list of names. Five of the nine Kim Dietz was a strong and compassionate people who died were under 21 years old. woman, whose love of animals defined her, year of recognizing individuals with disabilities They were youth with bright futures, a said Carolyn Whitehorn, Dietz’s mother-in- within our national workforce, it is paramount teacher who loved the river, older students law. that we, as a country, do everything we can to getting a fresh start. Dietz owned two Great Pyrenees dogs. ensure individuals with a disability have oppor- Their families, friends and community are Whitehorn recalled Dietz setting out to be- devastated by their loss. friend a local feral cat who was determined tunities to enter the workforce without barriers. TREVEN ANSPACH to stay wild. Individuals with disabilities are a vital part of Treven Anspach’s close friend Danny Gil ‘‘Feral cats are not easy to tame,’’ she said our national workforce and have contributed said Anspach loved playing soccer and bas- through tears. ‘‘But she had him tamed in ketball, and he was good at it because he was what seemed like no time at all. She would greatly to the U.S. economy. Yet, only 19.1% sit outside when he was around and just talk of these Americans are participants in the taller than everybody else. He also liked just hanging out with friends. to him and offer him food until he came labor force. Accessibility, transportation, and ‘‘He always had a smile on his face, I don’t close enough to pet.’’ perceptions of individuals with disabilities are know. He was just like the type of guy that Eventually, the cat became the family pet some of the many obstacles that prevent was always cheerful to be around,’’ Gil said. who lived with Dietz for many years. Gil was devastated when he heard from his ‘‘She was such a strong and powerful these Americans from being given the oppor- roommate that a mutual friend had seen woman,’’ Whitehorn said. ‘‘She will be tunity to put in a full day’s work and become Anspach get shot. He believes Anspach was missed greatly.’’ active members of our communities. Likewise, the victim who was brought to Mercy Med- LUCAS EIBEL, 18, ROSEBURG it is critical that we recognize the organizations ical Center and died there. Lucas Eibel’s family said they have been ‘‘I wasn’t ready to let him go. I just wasn’t ‘‘trying to figure out how to tell everyone and individuals across the country that provide ready for it. I just cry about it and talk to these opportunities. how amazing Lucas was, but that would take my friends about it and my family,’’ Gil said. 18 years.’’ The Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind is one Gil said Anspach had his whole life ahead Eibel was an FFA member and a volunteer of him. with Wildlife Safari and Saving Grace. He such organization in my district that deserves ‘‘He was doing good in college. He had a was a Ford Family Foundation scholarship this special recognition. Founded in 1931, the girlfriend. He was engaged, and he was ready recipient and was studying chemistry. for life to just begin,’’ he said. Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind provides em- He and three of his siblings were quad- In a statement, Anspach’s family described ployment opportunities for the visually im- ruplets. They were nicknamed The Quad by him as ‘‘one of the most positive young men, their friends at Roseburg High School. paired. The organization enhances the lives of always looking for the best in life. Treven In 2014, Lucas Eibel told News-Review re- hundreds of individuals with disabilities. In was larger than life and brought out the best porter Kate Stringer it’s ‘‘always funny to in those around him.’’ doing so, they bring tremendous value to our see people’s reactions’’ when they find out community. According to his parents, Anspach was ‘‘a perfect son.’’ the four are fraternal quadruplets. As we recognize October as National Dis- Anspach played basketball for the Eibel was studying chemistry in his first ability Employment Awareness Month, I call on Sutherlin Bulldogs and at UCC. year at UCC. It was his favorite subject in high school. employers, schools, and other organizations to Umpqua Riverhawks basketball coach Dan Leeworthy wrote on Facebook that Anspach The family has asked that donations be work throughout the year—not only in Octo- wanted to ‘‘marry his high school sweet- given to Roseburg High School FFA and to ber—to ensure that individuals with disabilities heart, be a firefighter like his Dad, and to the injured victims. have a chance to contribute in meaningful and serve others.’’ QUINN GLEN COOPER, 18, ROSEBURG long-lasting ways through gainful employment. ‘‘To me he was a friend and a coach’s Quinn Glen Cooper was in his fourth day of dream. He was a friend to everyone,’’ Mr. Speaker, individuals with disabilities have college. Leeworthy wrote. ‘‘We are shocked this has happened,’’ his a lot of value to contribute to our society, and LARRY LEVINE family’s statement said. I am pleased to recognize their contributions Larry Levine was an assistant English pro- Cooper was funny, smart and compas- during this very special month. fessor at Umpqua Community College. He sionate. He was the kind of guy who stood up

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Taiwan is a regional and global eco- ily statement said. Public Broadcasting. ‘‘I can’t actually believe you are gone,’’ According to the online Adventist maga- nomic force, and they make global contribu- wrote Cooper’s friend Andrew Phillips on zine Spectrum, Moore was a firm believer of tions culturally in many diverse fields, Through Facebook. ‘‘You always made me laugh and prayer, a single mother with few possessions our shared security partnership, the island we always finished each other’s sentences.’’ but a big heart. She attended Reno High also contributes to the security of the Asia-Pa- Former classmate Luke Counsell wrote on School and had recently moved to Myrtle cific and is a humanitarian force around the Facebook about a time that Cooper was the Creek from Grants Pass to attend UCC. only one to follow him to the changing room globe. Her pictures on Facebook are of dogs and I would like to congratulate Taiwan on the to comfort him when he broke down while horses, suggesting she was an animal lover. rehearsing for a play. occasion of Double Ten Day, and I look for- ‘‘He wasn’t just a ‘friend,’ he was a broth- f ward to many more years of friendship be- er,’’ Counsell wrote. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 125TH AN- tween our two countries. REBECKA ANN CARNES, 18, MYRTLE CREEK NIVERSARY OF FRIENDSHIP MIS- f Rebecka Carnes had just started both a SIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH new job and her college career, according to IN HONOR OF THE HERITAGE FEL- her cousin Lisa Crawford. She was studying LOWSHIP CHURCH ON THEIR for a job in a health care field. HON. MIKE ROGERS 37TH ANNIVERSARY ‘‘She had people in her life that loved her OF ALABAMA fiercely and are devastated,’’ Crawford wrote IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK on Facebook. Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Carnes was a relative of U.S. Sen. Jeff OF VIRGINIA Merkley—his cousin’s great-granddaughter. Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Merkley called Carnes a ‘‘beautiful spirit,’’ ask for the House’s attention today to recog- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 according to The Oregonian. nize the 125th anniversary of the founding of She graduated South Umpqua High School Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, in An- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in June. She played softball. niston, Alabama. to recognize Heritage Fellowship Church of Kristy Westbrooks, an English teacher The church was founded in March 1890 by Reston, Virginia. Heritage Fellowship Church, said, ‘‘Going to UCC was always her plan A four local reverends, when it was then known initially named Christian Community Fellow- she worked really hard to earn scholarships ship, began in 1978 as the town of Reston’s last year.’’ as the Galilee Baptist Church. During the first ‘‘Everybody said she was a sweet person 10 years of the church’s existence, the con- first African-American church. In the church’s and very well thought of,’’ said Jim Howard, gregation held services under a tent in what is early stages, it moved around, having its serv- superintendent of the South Umpqua School now a local park in Lincoln, Alabama. ices in different high schools. Howard Univer- District. In 1900, the church moved into their first sity’s School of Divinity and the Washington LUCERO ALCARAZ, 19, ROSEBURG building. Sadly, this burned down in April of DC Community of Faith provided pastors to Lucero Alcaraz was in the UCC Scholars 1905. The congregation again met under a lead the church and the church’s first pastoral program and studying to become a pediatric tent for services, doing so until 1910 when advisor was Dr. Harold Hunt of Howard Divin- nurse. Friends called her beautiful and kind- they built their own church, a wooden struc- ity School, who served from May of 1978 to hearted. ture. With a significantly expanding member- January of 1979. Dr. Earnest W. Armstrong, Friend Brittany Eggers said Alcaraz was a ship, Reverend W.L. Maddox ordered the con- Sr. was next to give pastoral leadership to talented artist and a great person. struction of a red brick building on the site in Heritage Fellowship Church, serving from Jan- ‘‘She was probably the sweetest person I uary of 1979 to March of that same year. Over know, probably the most genuine too,’’ 1921, which still stands today. Eggers said. ‘‘She never once said anything The church has had four pastors since then, the years, Heritage Fellowship Church has bad about anybody.’’ and seen significant expansions, such as the had many distinguished advisors from the reli- Eggers said she is confused and angry construction of a family life center. The current gious community, attesting to its deep commu- about what happened to her friend. pastor, Reverend Carlton L. Phillips, has nity ties. In 1995, on the first Sunday in No- ‘‘I just don’t understand,’’ she said. served since 2010. vember, Reverend Dr. Norman A. Tate began Alcaraz’s sister Maria Alcaraz, heart- Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- his 20 year tenure at Heritage Fellowship broken, wrote on Facebook that she never lating the congregation of Friendship Mis- Church as an Interim Pastor. Three dedicated got the chance to tell her how proud she was years later he rose to the office of Senior Pas- of her accomplishments. sionary Baptist Church on their 125th Anniver- ‘‘You were going to do great things love,’’ sary. tor. In June of 2012, a 73,000 square foot she wrote. f building was finished, the result of a years- JASON JOHNSON, 33, WINSTON long capital campaign. This building houses a TAIWAN’S DOUBLE TEN DAY youth center, staff offices and many other Jason Johnson spent the last few months of his life fighting. rooms that benefit the entire community. This A part of The Salvation Army’s rehabilita- HON. CHARLES J. ‘‘CHUCK’’ year, on Saturday, October 10th, they will cel- tion program to battle addiction, Johnson FLEISCHMANN ebrate two significant events. The first is the went from being beat up and physically ill to OF TENNESSEE 37th anniversary of Heritage Fellowship being a role model, said close friend Chuck IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Church and the second is the 20th anniver- Bellinger, who described their friendship as a sary of Reverend Dr. Tate’s leadership at Her- Tuesday, October 6, 2015 brotherhood. itage Fellowship Church. Heritage Fellowship ‘‘He was always right there,’’ said Mr. FLEISCHMANN. Mr. Speaker, as the Church and Reverend Dr. Tate have both Bellinger who was in the program along with people of Taiwan celebrate their national holi- Johnson. ‘‘His room was right next to mine made a great impact on our community, and and every night I’d go to bed and before that day, Double Ten Day, on October 10th, I for that, we are all grateful. boy would get into his bed, he’d come pop my would like to extend my congratulations and f door open and tell me good night and that he best wishes to them. loved me. The United States and Taiwan enjoy a long- 104TH NATIONAL DAY OF THE ‘‘We have to carry the torch. His torch is a standing relationship that stems from our REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN) bright one and probably very difficult to go shared values: democracy, the rule of law, on with,’’ he said. and free enterprise. Taiwan is a strong na- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON But Bellinger said that Johnson’s death tional security and economic partner. The is- was not in vain. OF TEXAS ‘‘Our brother was following his dream and land is now our 10th-largest trading partner. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Also, Taiwan is the 5th largest export market sobered up and was becoming a productive Tuesday, October 6, 2015 member of society,’’ he said. ‘‘He died a for Asia in my home state of Tennessee. sober and upright man—a dude that was lov- In recent decades, Taiwan has created a Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. ing his family and an example for everyone.’’ democracy which conducts direct presidential Mr. Speaker, as the 104th National Day of the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.037 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1438 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 6, 2015 Republic of China approaches on October ease Control set up an emergency response Taiwan’s participation in those key inter- 10th, I rise today to commemorate that historic team and organized expert consultation meet- national organizations. event and to congratulate the people of Tai- ings for more than 100,000 public health pro- Taiwan is also a responsible member of the wan. October 10th, 1911 marked the begin- fessionals. international community and constantly works Additionally, under the leadership of Presi- ning of the Wuchan Uprising, which led to the for the peaceful resolution of disputes. Taiwan dent Ma Ying-jeou, Taiwan made a significant establishment of the Republic of China in has achieved a remarkable reduction of cross- donation to the CDC Foundation’s Global Dis- 1912. Today, Taiwan is one of the world’s strait tensions, and I believe that Taiwan de- most developed economies, a consolidated aster Response Fund, pledged all necessary serves to be a member of international organi- representative democracy, and a great friend measures to prevent the spread of Ebola in zations so that it can more effectively work for of the United States of America. Taiwan, and agreed to donate 100,000 sets of Taiwan is there to lend a helping hand protective equipment for the Ebola workers in peace, harmony, and civilized conduct by all wherever and whenever there is a natural dis- West Africa. Taiwan seeks to become a mem- nations throughout the world. aster or other humanitarian tragedy. When the ber of important international organizations It was my privilege to visit Taiwan in July of World Health Organization declared the Ebola such as the World Health Organization, the this year. I personally witnessed Taiwan’s vi- outbreak an international public health emer- International Civil Aviation Organization and brant democracy, advanced development and gency, Taiwan stepped up preparatory meas- the International Criminal Police Organization women’s right promotion. I encourage my col- ures to protect its citizens while collaborating (INTERPOL). Given Taiwan’s proven success leagues to visit Taiwan, support of our friends with the international community to mount an in international healthcare and peaceful oper- there, and support their bids for entre´e into effective response. Taiwan’s Center for Dis- ations, we should do all we can to support international organizations.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:29 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06OC8.041 E06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Daily Digest Senate Chamber Action Measures Considered: Energy and Water Development and Related Routine Proceedings, pages S7129–S7172 Agencies Appropriations Act—Cloture: Senate Measures Introduced: Eleven bills and three reso- began consideration of the motion to proceed to con- lutions were introduced, as follows: S. 2136–2146, S. sideration of H.R. 2028, making appropriations for Res. 278–279, and S. Con. Res. 22. Pages S7159–60 energy and water development and related agencies Measures Passed: for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016. Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Pages S7129–31 Act: Senate passed H.R. 34, to authorize and A motion was entered to close further debate on strengthen the tsunami detection, forecast, warning, the motion to proceed to consideration of the bill, research, and mitigation program of the National and, in accordance with the provisions of rule XXII Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, after of the Standing Rules of the Senate, a vote on clo- agreeing to the committee amendment in the nature ture will occur on Thursday, October 8, 2015. of a substitute, and the following amendment pro- Page S7129 posed thereto: Pages S7167–71 Conference Reports: Daines (for Thune) Amendment No. 2709, in the National Defense Authorization Act—Agree- nature of a substitute. Page S7171 ment: Senate resumed consideration of the con- Quarterly Financial Report Reauthorization ference report to accompany H.R. 1735, to authorize Act: Committee on Homeland Security and Govern- appropriations for fiscal year 2016 for military ac- mental Affairs was discharged from further consider- tivities of the Department of Defense, for military ation of H.R. 3116, to extend by 15 years the au- construction, and for defense activities of the Depart- thority of the Secretary of Commerce to conduct the ment of Energy, to prescribe military personnel quarterly financial report program, and the bill was strengths for such fiscal year. Pages S7131–56 then passed, after agreeing to the following amend- During consideration of this measure today, Senate ment proposed thereto: Page S7171 also took the following action: Daines (for Sasse) Amendment No. 2710, to pro- By 73 yeas to 26 nays (Vote No. 275), three-fifths tect privacy for the American public. Page S7171 of those Senators duly chosen and sworn, having White House Fellows program 50th Anniver- voted in the affirmative, Senate agreed to the motion sary: Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 22, recognizing to close further debate on the conference report to the 50th anniversary of the White House Fellows accompany the bill. Page S7136 program. Page S7171 A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- Honoring Red Land Little League Team: Senate viding for further consideration of the conference re- agreed to S. Res. 279, honoring the Red Land Little port to accompany the bill at approximately 9:30 League Team of Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, for the a.m., on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, with the performance of the Team in the 2015 Little League time until 1 p.m. equally divided between the two World Series. Page S7171 Leaders, or their designees; that the time from 1 Congratulating the University of Kansas: Com- p.m. until 1:30 p.m. be controlled by the Demo- mittee on the Judiciary was discharged from further cratic manager, or his designee, and that the time consideration of S. Res. 272, congratulating the Uni- from 1:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. be controlled by the versity of Kansas for 150 years of outstanding service Chairman, or his designee; and that notwithstanding to the State of Kansas, the United States, and the the provisions of rule XXII, all post-cloture time on world, and the resolution was then agreed to. the conference report to accompany the bill be Pages S7171–72 deemed expired at 2 p.m. Page S7172 D1060

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:14 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D06OC5.REC D06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with DIGEST October 6, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1061 Message from the President: Senate received the Center on Global Energy Policy, New York, New following message from the President of the United York. States: U.S. ROLE AND STRATEGY IN MIDDLE Transmitting, pursuant to law, the Supplementary EAST Agreement amending the Agreement on Social Secu- rity between the United States of America and the Committee on Foreign Relations: Committee concluded Czech Republic; which was referred to the Com- a hearing to examine the United States role and mittee on Finance. (PM—28) Page S7159 strategy in the Middle East, focusing on Yemen and the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, after Messages from the House: Page S7159 receiving testimony from Mary Beth Long, former Measures Placed on the Calendar: Page S7130 Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Secu- Measures Read the First Time: Pages S7159, S7172 rity Affairs, and Stephen A. Seche, The Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, both of Washington, Executive Reports of Committees: Page S7159 D.C. Additional Cosponsors: Pages S7160–61 NLRB JOINT EMPLOYER DECISION Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Pages S7161–63 Committee concluded a hearing to examine the Na- Additional Statements: Pages S7157–59 tional Labor Relations Board’s joint employer deci- Amendments Submitted: Pages S7163–67 sion, after receiving testimony from Ciara Stockeland, MODE, Fargo, North Dakota; Edward Authorities for Committees to Meet: Page S7167 Martin, Tilson Home Corporation, Austin, Texas; Privileges of the Floor: Page S7167 Mark G. Kisicki, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak Record Votes: One record vote was taken today. and Stewart, P.C., Phoenix, Arizona; and Michael (Total—275) Page S7136 Rubin, Altshuler Berzon LLP, San Francisco, Cali- fornia. Adjournment: Senate convened at 12 p.m. and ad- journed at 7:01 p.m., until 9:30 a.m. on Wednes- REGULATION AND MINORITIES day, October 7, 2015. (For Senate’s program, see the Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on Over- remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s sight, Agency Action, Federal Rights and Federal Record on page S7172.) Courts concluded a hearing to examine regulation and minorities, after receiving testimony from Mi- chael Barrera, The Libre Institute, Kansas City, Mis- Committee Meetings souri; Timothy Sandefur, Pacific Legal Foundation, (Committees not listed did not meet) Sacramento, California; William C. Scott, Tristatz, LLC, Mosses, Alabama; Sabina Loving, Loving Tax AFGHANISTAN Services, Inc., Chicago, Illinois; and Amit Narang, Public Citizen, Aaron Mair, Sierra Club, and Harry Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded a C. Alford, National Black Chamber of Commerce, hearing to examine the situation in Afghanistan, all of Washington, D.C. after receiving testimony from General John F. Campbell, USA, Commander, United States Forces- HEALTH AND BENEFITS LEGISLATION Afghanistan, Department of Defense. Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Committee concluded a hearing to examine pending health and benefits leg- STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE AND islation, including S. 717, to designate certain non- ENERGY SECURITY Department mental health care providers who treat Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Committee members of the Armed Forces and veterans as pro- concluded a hearing to examine the potential mod- viders who have particular knowledge relating to the ernization of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and re- provision of mental health care to members of the lated energy security issues, after receiving testimony Armed Forces and veterans, S. 1676, to increase the from Ernest J. Moniz, Secretary of Energy; Admiral number of graduate medical education positions Dennis C. Blair, USN (Ret.), Commission on Energy treating veterans, to improve the compensation of and Geopolitics, Kevin Book, ClearView Energy health care providers, medical directors, and directors Partners, LLC, and Sarah O. Ladislaw, Center for of Veterans Integrated Service Networks of the De- Strategic and International Studies, all of Wash- partment of Veterans Affairs, S. 1754, to amend title ington, D.C.; and Jason E. Bordoff, Columbia Uni- 38, United States Code, to make permanent the versity School of International and Public Affairs temporary increase in number of judges presiding

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:14 Oct 07, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D06OC5.REC D06OCPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with DIGEST D1062 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST October 6, 2015 over the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans United States, Tracy, California; and Lauren Augus- Claims, S. 1885, to amend title 38, United States tine, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Code, to improve the provision of assistance and Louis Celli, Jr., The American Legion, and Elisha benefits to veterans who are homeless, at risk of be- Harig-Blaine, National League of Cities, all of coming homeless, or occupying temporary housing, Washington, D.C. S. 2013, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Af- BUSINESS MEETING fairs to enter into certain leases at the Department of Veterans Affairs West Los Angeles Campus in Los Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Committee ordered fa- Angeles, California, and S. 2022, to amend title 38, vorably reported the nomination of Michael Herman United States Code, to increase the amount of special Michaud, of Maine, to be Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans’ Employment and Training. pension for Medal of Honor recipients, after receiv- ing testimony from Senators Donnelly, Feinstein, INTELLIGENCE and Shaheen; Thomas Lynch, Assistant Deputy Select Committee on Intelligence: Committee met in Under Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Health Clin- closed session to receive a briefing on certain intel- ical Operations, Veterans Health Administration; ligence matters from officials of the intelligence David B. Norris, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the community. h House of Representatives partment of Homeland Security, and for other pur- Chamber Action poses, with an amendment (H. Rept. 114–284); Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 12 pub- H.R. 2295, to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to lic bills, H.R. 3684–3695; and 3 resolutions, H. require the Secretary of the Interior to identify and Res. 463–465 were introduced. Page H6835 designate National Energy Security Corridors for the Additional Cosponsors: Pages H6836–37 construction of natural gas pipelines on Federal land, and for other purposes, with an amendment (H. Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: Rept. 114–285); H.R. 1525, to require the Securities and Exchange H.R. 2288, to remove the use restrictions on cer- Commission to make certain improvements to form tain land transferred to Rockingham County, Vir- 10–K and regulation S–K, and for other purposes ginia, and for other purposes, with an amendment (H. Rept. 114–279); (H. Rept. 114–286); H.R. 1553, to amend the Federal Deposit Insur- H.R. 2358, to amend the Federal Land Policy and ance Act to specify which smaller institutions may Management Act of 1976 to enhance the reliability qualify for an 18-month examination cycle (H. Rept. of the electricity grid and reduce the threat of 114–280); wildfires to and from electric transmission and dis- H.R. 1839, to amend the Securities Act of 1933 tribution facilities on Federal lands by facilitating to exempt certain transactions involving purchases vegetation management on such lands, with an by accredited investors, and for other purposes, with amendment (H. Rept. 114–287, Part 1); an amendment (H. Rept. 114–281); H. Res. 461, establishing a Select Investigative H.R. 2091, to amend the Fair Credit Reporting Panel of the Committee on Energy and Commerce Act to clarify the ability to request consumer reports (H. Rept. 114–288); and in certain cases to establish and enforce child support payments and awards (H. Rept. 114–282); H. Res. 462, providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3192) to provide for a temporary safe har- H.R. 3102, to amend the Homeland Security Act bor from the enforcement of integrated disclosure re- of 2002 to reform programs of the Transportation quirements for mortgage loan transactions under the Security Administration, streamline transportation security regulations, and for other purposes, with an Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act of 1974 and amendment (H. Rept. 114–283); the Truth in Lending Act, and for other purposes, and providing for proceedings during the period H.R. 3510, to amend the Homeland Security Act from October 12, 2015, through October 19, 2015 of 2002 to require the Secretary of Homeland Secu- (H. Rept. 114–289). Pages H6834–35 rity to develop a cybersecurity strategy for the De-

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BUSINESS MEETING Res. 104, to express the sense of the Senate regarding the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Full Com- success of Operation Streamline and the importance of prosecuting first time illegal border crossers, S. 2093, to mittee held a business meeting on Member access re- provide that the Secretary of Transportation shall have quests. Motion to grant the request for access to cer- sole authority to appoint Federal Directors to the Board tain Committee documents made by Mr. Poe of of Directors of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Texas passed. Motion to grant House Armed Services Authority, H.R. 998, to establish the conditions under Committee and Defense Appropriations Sub- which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish committee of the House Appropriations Committee preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, staff access to certain classified information received and provide customs services outside the United States, by the Committee, and to authorize the Chairman, H.R. 322, to designate the facility of the United States in consultation with the ranking member, to allow Postal Service located at 16105 Swingley Ridge Road in cleared House Armed Services Committee and De- Chesterfield, Missouri, as the ‘‘Sgt. Zachary M. Fisher fense Appropriations Subcommittee of the House Post Office’’, H.R. 323, to designate the facility of the Appropriations Committee staff to attend committee United States Postal Service located at 55 Grasso Plaza in St. Louis, Missouri, as the ‘‘Sgt. Amanda N. Pinson Post hearings or briefings on this particular issue passed. Office’’, H.R. 324, to designate the facility of the United This meeting was closed. States Postal Service located at 11662 Gravois Road in St. f Louis, Missouri, as the ‘‘Lt. Daniel P. Riordan Post Of- fice’’, H.R. 558, to designate the facility of the United COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR WEDNESDAY, States Postal Service located at 55 South Pioneer Boule- OCTOBER 7, 2015 vard in Springboro, Ohio, as the ‘‘Richard ‘Dick’ (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Chenault Post Office Building’’, H.R. 1442, to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at Senate 90 Cornell Street in Kingston, New York, as the ‘‘Staff Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Depart- Sergeant Robert H. Dietz Post Office Building’’, H.R. ments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Edu- 1884, to designate the facility of the United States Postal cation, and Related Agencies, to hold hearings to examine Service located at 206 West Commercial Street in East the National Institutes of Health, focusing on investing Rochester, New York, as the ‘‘Officer Daryl R. Pierson in a healthier future, 10 a.m., SD–124. Memorial Post Office Building’’, H.R. 3059, to designate Committee on Armed Services: to hold hearings to examine the facility of the United States Postal Service located at Iranian influence in Iraq and the case of Camp Liberty, 4500 SE 28th Street, Del City, Oklahoma, as the James 9:30 a.m., SH–216. Robert Kalsu Post Office Building, an original bill enti- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: to tled, ‘‘Directing Dollars to Disaster Relief Act of 2015’’, hold hearings to examine removing barriers to wireless an original bill entitled, ‘‘Inspector General Mandates Re- broadband deployment, 10 a.m., SR–253. porting Act of 2015’’, and an original bill entitled, Committee on Environment and Public Works: to hold an ‘‘Fraud Reduction and Data Analytics Act of 2015’’, 10 oversight hearing to examine the Nuclear Regulatory a.m., SD–342. Commission, 9:30 a.m., SD–406. Committee on Indian Affairs: business meeting to con- Committee on Foreign Relations: Subcommittee on East sider S. 1579, to enhance and integrate Native American Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy, tourism, empower Native American communities, in- to hold hearings to examine the North Korea threat and crease coordination and collaboration between Federal United States policy, 2:30 p.m., SD–419. tourism assets, and expand heritage and cultural tourism Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: opportunities in the United States, and H.R. 487, to business meeting to consider S. 708, to establish an inde- allow the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma to lease or transfer pendent advisory committee to review certain regulations, certain lands; to be immediately followed by a hearing to S. 1607, to affirm the authority of the President to re- examine S. 817, to provide for the addition of certain real quire independent regulatory agencies to comply with property to the reservation of the Siletz Tribe in the State regulatory analysis requirements applicable to executive of Oregon, S. 818, to amend the Grand Ronde Reserva- agencies, S. 1818, to amend title 5, United States Code, tion Act to make technical corrections, S. 1436, to re- to reform the rule making process of agencies, S. 1820, quire the Secretary of the Interior to take land into trust to require agencies to publish an advance notice of pro- for certain Indian tribes, S. 1761, to take certain Federal posed rule making for major rules, S. 1817, to improve land located in Lassen County, California, into trust for

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the benefit of the Susanville Indian Rancheria, S. 1822, Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, to take certain Federal land located in Tuolumne County, hearing entitled ‘‘Improving Federal Spectrum Systems’’, California, into trust for the benefit of the Tuolumne 10:15 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. Band of Me-Wuk Indians, S. 1986, to provide for a land Committee on Foreign Affairs, Full Committee, hearing conveyance in the State of Nevada, and H.R. 387, to pro- entitled ‘‘Reforming Food Aid: Desperate Need to Do vide for certain land to be taken into trust for the benefit Better’’, 10 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. of Morongo Band of Mission Indians, 2:15 p.m., SD–628. Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Committee on Judiciary: Subcommittee on Antitrust, Human Rights, and International Organizations, hearing Competition Policy and Consumer Rights, to hold hear- entitled ‘‘Food Security and Nutrition Programs in Afri- ings to examine S. 2102, to amend the Clayton Act and ca’’, 12:45 p.m., 2255 Rayburn. the Federal Trade Commission Act to provide that the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, hearing entitled Federal Trade Commission shall exercise authority with ‘‘Reviewing President Xi’s State Visit’’, 12:15 p.m., 2200 respect to mergers only under the Clayton Act and only Rayburn. in the same procedural manner as the Attorney General Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Cy- exercises such authority, 10 a.m., SD–226. bersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Security Tech- Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship: business nologies, hearing entitled ‘‘Examining the Mission, Struc- ture, and Reorganization Effort of the National Protection meeting to consider S. 1811, to require the Administrator and Programs Directorate’’, 10 a.m., 311 Cannon. of the Small Business Administration to establish a pro- Committee on Natural Resources, Full Committee, markup gram to make loans to certain businesses, homeowners, on H.R. 974, the ‘‘Yellowstone and Grand Teton Pad- and renters affected by Superstorm Sandy, S. 2116, to im- dling Act’’; H.R. 1107, the ‘‘Bureau of Reclamation prove certain programs of the Small Business Administra- Transparency Act’’; H.R. 1452, to authorize Escambia tion to better assist small business customers in accessing County, Florida, to convey certain property that was for- broadband technology, S. 2126, to reauthorize the wom- merly part of Santa Rosa Island National Monument and en’s business center program of the Small Business Ad- that was conveyed to Escambia County subject to restric- ministration, an original bill entitled, ‘‘Small Contractors tions on use and reconveyance; H.R. 1820, to authorize Improve Competition Act of 2015’’, an original bill enti- the Secretary of the Interior to retire coal preference right tled, ‘‘Small Business Subcontracting Transparency Act of lease applications for which the Secretary has made an af- 2015’’, and an original bill entitled, ‘‘Improving Small firmative commercial quantities determination, and for Business Innovative Research and Technologies Act of other purposes; H.R. 2212, to take certain Federal lands 2015’’, 11 a.m., SR–428A. located in Lassen County, California, into trust for the Special Committee on Aging: to hold hearings to examine benefit of the Susanville Indian Rancheria, and for other if the Federal Government is doing enough to protect purposes; H.R. 2270, the ‘‘Billy Frank Jr. Tell Your seniors from identity theft, 2 p.m., SD–562. Story Act’’; H.R. 2406, the ‘‘SHARE Act’’; and H.R. 3382, the ‘‘Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015’’, 4 p.m., House 1324 Longworth. Committee on Rules, Full Committee, hearing on H.R. Committee on Agriculture, Full Committee, hearing to re- 538, the ‘‘Native American Energy Act’’; and H.R. 702, view the development of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for to adapt to changing crude oil market conditions, 3 p.m., Americans, 9 a.m., 1300 Longworth. H–313 Capitol. Committee on Armed Services, Subcommittee on Strategic Committee on Small Business, Full Committee, hearing Forces, hearing entitled ‘‘Plutonium Disposition and the entitled ‘‘The EMV Deadline and What It Means for MOX Project’’, 3:30 p.m., 2118 Rayburn. Small Businesses’’, 11 a.m., 2360 Rayburn. Committee on Education and the Workforce, Full Com- Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘Strengthening Head Start for committee on Aviation, hearing entitled ‘‘Ensuring Avia- Current and Future Generations’’, 10 a.m., HVC–210. tion Safety in the Era of Unmanned Aircraft Systems’’, 10 Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, hearing enti- a.m., 2167 Rayburn. tled ‘‘Protecting America’s Workers: An Enforcement Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Full Committee, hearing Update from the Occupational Safety and Health Admin- entitled ‘‘A Call for System-Wide Change: Evaluating the istration’’, 1 p.m., 2261 Rayburn. Independent Assessment of the Veterans Health Adminis- Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on En- tration’’, 10 a.m., 334 Cannon. ergy and Power, hearing entitled ‘‘EPA’s CO2 Regula- Committee on Ways and Means, Subcommittee on Over- tions for New and Existing Power Plants’’, 10 a.m., 2123 sight, hearing on the rising costs of higher education and Rayburn. tax policy, 10 a.m., 1100 Longworth.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 7 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 7

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Wednesday: Senate will continue consider- Program for Wednesday: Consideration of H.R. ation of the conference report to accompany H.R. 1735, 3192—Homebuyers Assistance Act (Subject to a Rule). National Defense Authorization Act. At 2 p.m., Senate Possible consideration of H. Res. 461—establishing a Se- will vote on adoption of the conference report to accom- lect Investigative Panel of the Committee on Energy and pany the bill. Commerce.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE DeLauro, Rosa L., Conn., E1430 Price, Tom, Ga., E1429 Denham, Jeff, Calif., E1431 Reed, Tom, N.Y., E1428 Bilirakis, Gus M., Fla., E1432 Dingell, Debbie, Mich., E1434 Richmond, Cedric L., La., E1426 Bordallo, Madeleine Z., Guam, E1427 Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E1432 Royce, Edward R., Calif., E1426 Boustany, Charles W., Jr., La., E1435 Kaptur, Marcy, Ohio, E1433 Shuster, Bill, Pa., E1425, E1426, E1427, E1428 Brown, Corrine, Fla., E1435 Keating, William R., Mass., E1430 Smith, Lamar, Tex., E1427 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E1430 McCollum, Betty, Minn., E1425 Speier, Jackie, Calif., E1429 Conyers, John, Jr., Mich., E1432 Mooney, Alexander X., W.Va. E1433 Tipton, Scott R., Colo., E1425 Costa, Jim, Calif., E1428, E1429 Norton, Eleanor Holmes, The District of Columbia, Walden, Greg, Ore., E1433 Costello, Ryan A., Pa., E1426 E1431 Wasserman Schultz, Debbie, Fla., E1430 DeFazio, Peter A., Ore., E1434 Perlmutter, Ed, Colo., E1427 Young, David, Iowa, E1428, E1429, E1430, E1430, E1431, DeGette, Diana, Colo., E1425 Poe, Ted, Tex., E1434 E1432, E1433, E1434, E1435

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