E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 113 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

Vol. 159 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, JULY 22, 2013 No. 105 Senate The Senate was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2013, at 10 a.m. House of Representatives MONDAY, JULY 22, 2013

The House met at noon and was Politico with the front page headline tion and that their insurance or Medi- called to order by the Speaker pro tem- ‘‘Blumenauer’s Death Panel Bill Lives care should pay for that conversation pore (Mr. WOMACK). on.’’ with a medical professional. Unfortu- f It’s actually a terrific article by Jo- nately, today, Medicare will pay tens anne Kenen, but the terrible headline of thousands of dollars for a 93-year-old DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO about nonexistent death panels sym- man with terminal cancer to have a hip TEMPORE bolizes why, three Congresses later, we replacement who will never walk again The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- still have not helped families deal with but will not pay for a conversation fore the House the following commu- the most difficult circumstances any of with that same person and their family nication from the Speaker: us will ever encounter. to understand the circumstances they WASHINGTON, DC, This issue hit me with full force 10 face and what their options are, to un- July 22, 2013. years ago in the midst of the Terri derstand their choices and have those I hereby appoint the Honorable STEVE Schiavo case, where we watched one choices, whatever they might be, re- WOMACK to act as Speaker pro tempore on family’s tragedy turn into a national spected, known, and enforced. this day. media circus and a political spectacle This actually won’t cost us anything. JOHN A. BOEHNER, all because one 27-year-old woman The evidence is that people who know Speaker of the House of Representatives. didn’t have a conversation with her more use their information to choose f loved ones to make her wishes known wisely—very often less intense medical MORNING-HOUR DEBATE about what would she want if the un- interventions. Overall, it could actu- thinkable happened. And she was ally save money. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- caught in the terrible circumstance of Doctors are perhaps the best exam- ant to the order of the House of Janu- being in a vegetative state—brain ple. They certainly can afford medical ary 3, 2013, the Chair will now recog- dead—for 8 years with no likelihood of care. They certainly know about it. nize Members from lists submitted by recovery. Yet, because they know what works the majority and minority leaders for It’s not really unthinkable. It’s just and what doesn’t, they make their morning-hour debate. that many of us would rather not think wishes known and strategically choose The Chair will alternate recognition about it. Too rarely do we have this their health care. As a group, they ac- between the parties, with each party conversation, yet virtually every one tually end up using less medical care in limited to 1 hour and each Member of us will be in these circumstances their last year of life, but arguably other than the majority and minority with ourselves or with a loved one un- have a higher quality of life. Every- leaders and the minority whip limited able to make their wishes known about body should have the same choice as a to 5 minutes each, but in no event shall health care because of permanent or doctor. debate continue beyond 1:50 p.m. temporary incapacity. I’m in the process of visiting with f This is not just about end of life. It each and every Member of the House to could be any decision: about whether see if we can do something that will END-OF-LIFE CARE or not to amputate a leg or to have an give people the care they want that is The SPEAKER pro tempore. The operation that carries with it signifi- overwhelmingly supported by the pub- Chair recognizes the gentleman from cant risks. Who speaks for each of us lic and that won’t cost the Federal Oregon (Mr. BLUMENAUER) for 5 min- when we’re unable to speak for our- Government any net cost. utes. selves? I urge my colleagues to examine the Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I The public overwhelmingly thinks bipartisan legislation H.R. 1173, the arrived at my office this morning to a that people should have the informa- Personalize Your Care Act of 2013, that

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:11 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY7.000 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4830 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 Dr. PHIL ROE and I have introduced to We ask Your blessing upon this as- House Republicans have a plan to get help families in their time of greatest sembly and upon all to whom the au- us there. The President should take need. I think it’s worth a look. I think thority of government is given. note. it’s worth your support. Encourage the Members of this f House, O God, to use their abilities and f PRESERVING MEDICARE PATIENT talents in ways that bring righteous- HONORING TEACHERS AND ACCESS ness to this Nation and to all people. CONSTITUENTS Ever remind them of the needs of the (Mr. BURGESS asked and was given The SPEAKER pro tempore. The poor, the homeless or forgotten, and permission to address the House for 1 Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from those who live without freedom or lib- minute and to revise and extend his re- New Mexico (Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN erty. May they be instruments of jus- marks.) GRISHAM) for 5 minutes. tice for all Americans. Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, this Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of May Your spirit live with them, and week the Energy and Commerce Com- New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, it is impor- with each of us, and may Your grace mittee’s Subcommittee on Health will tant that we always remember why surround us and those we love that in begin a markup on legislation to fix a we’re here and who we serve. And the all things we may be the people You problem that Congress has been strug- best way to do that is by spending time would have us be in service to this gling with for over a decade, and that’s with the people that we were elected to great Nation. fixing what’s known as the ‘‘doc fix,’’ represent. May all that is done within the peo- or the sustainable growth rate formula. The proposed legislation is bipar- For the past few days, I’ve had the ple’s House this day be for Your great- tisan. Both sides of the dais agree that honor of showing some wonderful resi- er honor and glory. this must be done, and it incorporates dents of New Mexico’s First District Amen. around our Nation’s capital, and this the feedback we’ve received from over f group includes my daughter Taylor 80 stakeholder groups. The legislation Grisham and her new family: Ian, THE JOURNAL replaces the problematic formula with an improved system to increase the Kamen, Kwane and Kaden, the Stew- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The quality of care for Medicare patients arts. Chair has examined the Journal of the while streamlining the costly and com- These people are leaders in the com- last day’s proceedings and announces plicated process in a fiscally respon- munity, they’re model citizens, they’re to the House his approval thereof. family members, and they’re longtime sible way. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- Most importantly, the legislation en- friends. And today I would like to rec- nal stands approved. sures that Medicare patients will con- ognize two of these individuals for f tinue to have access to medical service. their service to New Mexico and to our By providing incentives for doctors to Nation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE continue to treat Medicare patients, Lori Drury and Maureen Salmon, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the we’re putting the health of our seniors both of whom are here today, are ex- gentleman from Texas (Mr. BURGESS) first. ceptionally talented teachers and dedi- come forward and lead the House in the I’m proud to be part of this common- cated public servants. Teachers play an Pledge of Allegiance. sense solution, and I look forward to invaluable role in our society. Creating Mr. BURGESS led the Pledge of Alle- speaking to this House more about this jobs, defending and expanding the mid- giance as follows: in the weeks to come as it works its dle class, growing the economy, and I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the way through committee. making sure everyone has a fair shot United States of America, and to the Repub- f at the American Dream, teachers di- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, rectly contribute to all of these noble indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. FIFTH UNANSWERED BENGHAZI missions. And they don’t do it for the f QUESTION money and they don’t do it for the JOBS AND THE ECONOMY (Mr. WOLF asked and was given per- glory. They do it because they care mission to address the House for 1 deeply about the students they teach. (Ms. FOXX asked and was given per- minute and to revise and extend his re- So I rise today to thank Lori and mission to address the House for 1 marks.) Maureen, to thank my family, and to minute.) Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, today I ask thank all the teachers and public serv- Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, the White my fifth question about the terrorist ants in New Mexico and in America for House announced this week that Presi- attack in Benghazi that remains unan- the work they do each and every day to dent Obama will be returning his focus swered: Why was the CIA security team make this a finer and stronger Amer- to jobs and the economy; but he’s not repeatedly ordered to stand down for ica. planning to do this by removing red more than 30 minutes after the attack f tape from job creators, withdrawing his began? Where did the order to stop the opposition to the Keystone XL pipe- team from responding originate? Was it RECESS line, or by repealing ObamaCare. directed by the CIA or someone else in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- He’s planning to do this by giving Washington? If the team had been al- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair speeches. Speeches don’t turn the eco- lowed to respond immediately, could declares the House in recess until 2 nomic tide. Speeches devoid of policy the lives of Ambassador Stevens and p.m. today. proposals won’t help the 4.3 million Sean Smith been saved? Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 7 min- Americans who’ve been without a job Last year, news reports indicated utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. for more than 6 months. Speeches also that the CIA security team in Benghazi f won’t undo the damage ObamaCare is was repeatedly ordered to stand down already doling out to small businesses b 1400 or not respond to the attack at the and working families. consulate by agency chain of com- AFTER RECESS The particularly lethargic recovery mand. Trusted sources have confirmed The recess having expired, the House our Nation is trudging through is the this report, saying that the security was called to order by the Speaker pro economic signature of the Obama Pres- team was ready to respond within min- tempore (Mr. PETRI) at 2 p.m. idency. Rather than blocking American utes after receiving the initial call for f energy or defending ObamaCare, the help, but the CIA repeatedly blocked President should try something new— their departure for more than 30 min- PRAYER working with House Republicans to ad- utes. The team ultimately disobeyed, The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick vance our plan for economic growth but by then it was too late to save Ste- J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: and jobs. vens and Smith. We give You thanks, O God, for giv- The American people deserve a thriv- Will we ever, ever find the truth? We ing us another day. ing economy and economic growth. need a select committee.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:11 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.006 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4831 HONORING JACK HOFFMAN Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 8 min- (7) STATE.—The term ‘‘State’’ means the State utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. of Nevada. (Mr. SMITH of Nebraska asked and (8) THREE KIDS MINE PROJECT SITE.—The term was given permission to address the f ‘‘Three Kids Mine Project Site’’ means the ap- House for 1 minute.) proximately 1,262 acres of land that is— Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speak- b 1632 (A) comprised of— er, I rise today to honor my con- (i) the Federal land; and AFTER RECESS (ii) the approximately 314 acres of adjacent stituent, Jack Hoffman of Atkinson, The recess having expired, the House non-Federal land; and Nebraska, and the Team Jack Founda- was called to order by the Speaker pro (B) depicted as the ‘‘Three Kids Mine Project tion. Site’’ on the map. tempore (Mr. PETRI) at 4 o’clock and 32 At only seven years old, Jack has in- minutes p.m. SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE. spired millions of people from around (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding sections the world, while raising awareness and f 202 and 203 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712, 1713), funding to fight pediatric brain cancer ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER through the Team Jack Foundation. not later than 90 days after the date on which PRO TEMPORE the Secretary determines that the conditions de- Many of us remember when Jack, scribed in subsection (b) have been met, and after surviving brain cancer, made his The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair subject to valid existing rights and applicable now-legendary touchdown run during law, the Secretary shall convey to the Hender- the University of Nebraska’s spring will postpone further proceedings son Redevelopment Agency all right, title, and football game. The video of that play today on motions to suspend the rules interest of the United States in and to the Fed- was voted the top play on ESPN. on which a recorded vote or the yeas eral land. Last week, Jack’s touchdown was and nays are ordered, or on which the (b) CONDITIONS.— (1) APPRAISAL; FAIR MARKET VALUE.— honored during ESPN’s ESPY awards vote incurs objection under clause 6 of rule XX. (A) IN GENERAL.—As consideration for the as Sports Moment of the Year for 2013. conveyance under subsection (a), the Henderson This award was well deserved. But Record votes on postponed questions Redevelopment Agency shall pay the fair market more importantly, Jack has used his will be taken later. value of the Federal land, if any, as determined newfound fame to further the Team f under subparagraph (B) and as adjusted under Jack Foundation, which is committed subparagraph (F). to helping find a cure for pediatric THREE KIDS MINE REMEDIATION (B) APPRAISAL.—The Secretary shall deter- AND RECLAMATION ACT mine the fair market value of the Federal land brain cancer. based on an appraisal— I hope all of my colleagues will join Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. (i) that is conducted in accordance with na- me in honoring Jack not only for his Speaker, I move to suspend the rules tionally recognized appraisal standards, includ- award, but also for his continued ef- and pass the bill (H.R. 697) to provide ing— forts to fight cancer. for the conveyance of certain Federal (I) the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Fed- land in Clark County, Nevada, for the eral Land Acquisitions; and f environmental remediation and rec- (II) the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice; and JOBS AND THE FREE ENTERPRISE lamation of the Three Kids Mine (ii) that does not take into account any exist- SYSTEM Project Site, and for other purposes, as ing contamination associated with historical (Mr. SESSIONS asked and was given amended. mining on the Federal land. permission to address the House for 1 The Clerk read the title of the bill. (C) REMEDIATION AND RECLAMATION COSTS.— The text of the bill is as follows: (i) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall prepare minute.) a reasonable estimate of the costs to assess, re- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, today is H.R. 697 mediate, and reclaim the Three Kids Mine a very important day in the life of Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Project Site. America as we recognize that Repub- resentatives of the United States of America in (ii) CONSIDERATIONS.—The estimate prepared licans are back in Washington to try Congress assembled, under clause (i) shall be— and grow our economy and bring jobs SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. (I) based on the results of a comprehensive back to the free enterprise system. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Three Kids Phase II environmental site assessment of the Three Kids Mine Project Site prepared by the Mr. Speaker, for 12 years Republicans Mine Remediation and Reclamation Act’’. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. Henderson Redevelopment Agency or a Respon- worked hard on doubling the size of sible Party that has been approved by the State; In this Act: GDP, and we did that from a GDP of and (1) FEDERAL LAND.—The term ‘‘Federal land’’ $6.5 trillion to over $14 trillion. Over (II) prepared in accordance with the current means the approximately 948 acres of Bureau of 1 version of the ASTM International Standard E– the last 5 ⁄2 years, we have seen our Reclamation and Bureau of Land Management 2137–06 (2011) entitled ‘‘Standard Guide for Esti- President embark on an agenda that land within the Three Kids Mine Project Site, as mating Monetary Costs and Liabilities for Envi- will reduce not just GDP, but jobs and depicted on the map. ronmental Matters’’. AZARDOUS SUBSTANCE POLLUTANT OR job growth in America. We now stand (2) H ; (iii) ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS.—The Phase at a GDP of just over 1 percent. CONTAMINANT; REMEDY.—The terms ‘‘hazardous II environmental site assessment prepared under Mr. Speaker, this means that jobs, as substance’’, ‘‘pollutant or contaminant’’, and clause (ii)(I) shall, without limiting any addi- we saw this last month when we saw ‘‘remedy’’ have the meanings given those terms tional requirements that may be required by the the jobs report that came out, of some in section 101 of the Comprehensive Environ- State, be conducted in accordance with the pro- mental Response, Compensation, and Liability cedures of— 700,000 jobs that have been created in Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9601). America this year, of that number, (I) the most recent version of ASTM Inter- (3) HENDERSON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.—The national Standard E–1527–05 entitled ‘‘Standard about 600,000 are part-time jobs. Amer- term ‘‘Henderson Redevelopment Agency’’ Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: ica cannot make ends meet as workers, means the redevelopment agency of the City of Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Proc- as families, as communities if we have Henderson, Nevada, established and authorized ess’’; and a President who stands in the way of to transact business and exercise the powers of (II) the most recent version of ASTM Inter- the free enterprise system and job the agency in accordance with the Nevada Com- national Standard E–1903–11 entitled ‘‘Standard growth. munity Redevelopment Law (Nev. Rev. Stat. Guide for Environmental Site Assessments: 279.382 to 279.685). Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Proc- Mr. Speaker, I urge House Repub- (4) MAP.—The term ‘‘map’’ means the map en- licans to continue their work on behalf ess’’. titled ‘‘Three Kids Mine Project Area’’ and (iv) REVIEW OF CERTAIN INFORMATION.— of the American people for American dated February 6, 2012. (I) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall review jobs and to grow our economy. (5) RESPONSIBLE PARTY.—The term ‘‘Respon- and consider cost information proffered by the sible Party’’ means the private sector entity des- f Henderson Redevelopment Agency, the Respon- ignated by the Henderson Redevelopment Agen- sible Party, and the State in the preparation of RECESS cy, and approved by the State of Nevada, to the estimate under this subparagraph. complete the assessment, remediation, reclama- (II) FINAL DETERMINATION.—If there is a dis- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- tion and redevelopment of the Three Kids Mine agreement among the Secretary, Henderson Re- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Project Site). development Agency, and the State over the rea- declares the House in recess until ap- (6) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ means sonable estimate of costs under this subpara- proximately 4:30 p.m. today. the Secretary of the Interior. graph, the parties shall jointly select 1 or more

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:11 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 6333 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.005 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 experts to assist the Secretary in making the section (a), nothing in this Act diminishes, Kids Mine Project from 1942 to 1955. final estimate of the costs. hinders, or interferes with the exclusive and per- The mine site was used to produce fed- (D) DEADLINE.—Not later than 30 days after petual use by the existing rights holders for the erally owned manganese ore for na- the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary operation, maintenance, and improvement of tional defense purposes and was leased shall begin the appraisal and cost estimates water conveyance infrastructure and facilities, under subparagraphs (B) and (C), respectively. including all necessary ingress and egress, situ- by the U.S. until 2003 to stockpile man- (E) APPRAISAL COSTS.—The Henderson Rede- ated on the Federal land that were constructed ganese nodules. velopment Agency or the Responsible Party or permitted by the Bureau of Reclamation be- The Three Kids Mine Project area is shall reimburse the Secretary for the costs in- fore the effective date of this Act. approximately 1,262 acres and includes curred in performing the appraisal under sub- SEC. 5. ACEC BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. 948 acres of Federal lands managed by paragraph (B). Notwithstanding section 203 of the Federal the Bureau of Land Management and (F) ADJUSTMENT.—The Secretary shall admin- Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 the Bureau of Reclamation, and 314 istratively adjust the fair market value of the U.S.C. 1713), the boundary of the River Moun- acres of private lands where the mill Federal land, as determined under subpara- tains Area of Critical Environmental Concern graph (B), based on the estimate of remediation, site and processing plant are located. (NVN 76884) is adjusted to exclude any portion The site is contaminated with ar- and reclamation costs, as determined under sub- of the Three Kids Mine Project Site consistent paragraph (C). with the map. senic, lead, and other heavy metals and (2) MINE REMEDIATION AND RECLAMATION SEC. 6. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTIES. petroleum hydrocarbons. Cost esti- AGREEMENT EXECUTED.— (a) RESPONSIBILITY OF PARTIES TO MINE RE- mates for cleanup and reclamation of (A) IN GENERAL.—The conveyance under sub- MEDIATION AND RECLAMATION AGREEMENT.—On the site range from $300 million to $1.2 section (a) shall be contingent on— completion of the conveyance under section 3, billion. (i) the Secretary receiving from the State writ- the responsibility for complying with the mine The city of Henderson, the Henderson ten notification that a mine remediation and remediation and reclamation agreement exe- Redevelopment Agency, the Nevada reclamation agreement has been executed in ac- cuted under section 3(b)(2) shall apply to the cordance with subparagraph (B); and Department of Environmental Protec- Responsible Party and the State of Nevada. tion, Lakemoor Development, and the (ii) the Secretary concurring, not later than 30 (b) SAVINGS PROVISION.—If the conveyance days after the date of receipt of the written noti- under this Act has occurred, but the terms of the Bureau of Land Management have ne- fication under clause (i), that the requirements agreement executed under section 3(b)(2) have gotiated a plan to clean up and rede- under subparagraph (B) have been met. not been met, nothing in this Act— velop the Three Kids Mine Project site (B) REQUIREMENTS.—The mine remediation (1) affects the responsibility of the Secretary that includes the purchase of 948 acres and reclamation agreement required under sub- to take any additional response action nec- of Federal land. The purchase price paragraph (A) shall be an enforceable consent essary to protect public health and the environ- would be adjusted to reflect the actual order or agreement between the State and the ment from a release or the threat of a release of Responsible Party who will be obligated to per- cleanup cost of the Federal and non- a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contami- Federal lands where the Federal Gov- form under the consent order or agreement ad- nant; or ministered by the State that— (2) unless otherwise expressly provided, modi- ernment has environmental liability (i) obligates the Responsible Party to perform, fies, limits, or otherwise affects— resulting from the mill, from the proc- after the conveyance of the Federal land under (A) the application of, or obligation to comply essing facilities, and the storage of this Act, the remediation and reclamation work with, any law, including any environmental or Federal-owned manganese nodules. at the Three Kids Mine Project Site necessary to public health law; or All in all, Mr. Speaker, this is a win- ensure all remedial actions necessary to protect (B) the authority of the United States to en- win for everyone involved. The envi- human health and the environment with respect force compliance with the requirements of any ronmental problems are addressed, the to any hazardous substances, pollutant, or con- law or the agreement executed under section taminant will be taken, in accordance with all 3(b)(2). abandoned mine site is reclaimed, and Federal, State, and local requirements; and SEC. 7. SOUTHERN NEVADA PUBLIC LANDS MAN- the land redeveloped for beneficial (ii) contains provisions determined to be nec- AGEMENT ACT. use—all at no cost to the American essary by the State and the Henderson Redevel- Southern Nevada Public Land Management taxpayer. opment Agency, including financial assurance Act of 1998 (31 U.S.C. 6901 note; Public Law 105– If successful, this could provide a provisions to ensure the completion of the rem- 263) shall not apply to land conveyed under this framework for other abandoned mine edy. Act. sites that are near or adjacent to small (3) NOTIFICATION FROM AGENCY.—As a condi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- towns and larger urban areas. tion of the conveyance under subsection (a), not ant to the rule, the gentleman from later than 90 days after the date of execution of So I urge my colleagues to support the mine remediation and reclamation agree- Washington (Mr. HASTINGS) and the this legislation, which passed by voice ment required under paragraph (2), the Sec- gentleman from California (Mr. vote in the last Congress, and I would retary shall accept written notification from the HUFFMAN) each will control 20 minutes. hope it would do so again in this Con- Henderson Redevelopment Agency that the Hen- The Chair recognizes the gentleman gress. derson Redevelopment Agency is prepared to ac- from Washington. I reserve the balance of my time. cept conveyance of the Federal land under sub- GENERAL LEAVE Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield section (a). Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. myself such time as I may consume. SEC. 4. WITHDRAWAL. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that (Mr. HUFFMAN asked and was given (a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to valid existing all Members may have 5 legislative permission to revise and extend his re- rights, for the 10-year period beginning on the days to revise and extend their re- marks.) earlier of the date of enactment of this Act or Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, we the date of the conveyance required by this Act, marks and include extraneous mate- the Federal land is withdrawn from all forms rials on the bill under consideration. agree, the Three Kids Mine is an aban- of— The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there doned manganese mine and mill site lo- (1) entry, appropriation, operation, or dis- objection to the request of the gen- cated in Henderson, Nevada. This bill posal under the public land laws; tleman from Washington? designates the combined 314 acres of (2) location, entry, and patent under the min- There was no objection. private land and 948 acres of public ing laws; and Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. I land as the 1,262-acre Three Kids Mine (3) disposition under the mineral leasing, min- yield myself such time as I may con- Project Site and provides for the con- eral materials, and the geothermal leasing laws. sume. veyance of the public lands to the Hen- (b) EXISTING RECLAMATION WITHDRAWALS.— Subject to valid existing rights, any withdrawal Mr. Speaker, H.R. 697, the Three Kids derson Redevelopment Agency. under the public land laws that includes all or Mine Remediation and Reclamation The bill requires that standard ap- any portion of the Federal land for which the Act, was introduced by our colleague praisal practices be used to determine Bureau of Reclamation has determined that the from Nevada (Mr. HECK) on Valentine’s the fair market value for the Federal Bureau of Reclamation has no further need Day and was marked up on June 12 of lands to be conveyed. Once that deter- under applicable law is relinquished and re- this year. mination has been made, the bill would voked solely to the extent necessary— The Three Kids Mine is located in require the Secretary of the Interior to (1) to exclude from the withdrawal the prop- Clark County, Nevada, adjacent to the determine the ‘‘reasonable approxi- erty that is no longer needed; and (2) to allow for the immediate conveyance of city of Henderson. The mine was oper- mate estimation of the costs to assess, the Federal land as required under this Act. ated from 1916 to 1961. The United remediate, and reclaim the Three Kids (c) EXISTING RECLAMATION PROJECT AND PER- States, through the Defense Plant Cor- Mine Project Site.’’ That cost would MITTED FACILITIES.—Except as provided in sub- poration, owned 446 acres of the Three then be deducted from the fair market

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:11 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY7.002 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4833 value of the public land that has con- agreement must include financial as- and environmental reasons and to cre- veyed. The Henderson Redevelopment surances to ensure the completion of ate opportunities for redevelopment of Agency would pay the adjusted fair the remediation and reclamation of the the site for beneficial use and economic market value of the conveyed land, if site. The cleanup will be financed with potential. So I would urge my col- any, and the Federal Government private capital and Nevada tax incre- leagues to join me and the Nevada dele- would be released from any and all li- ment financing at no cost to the Fed- gation in support of this bill. abilities or claims. eral Government. Again, this project Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. I The BLM supports innovative pro- will be carried out at no cost to the would ask my friend from California, I posals to address the cleanup of the Federal Government. have no more requests for time and I’m Three Kids Mine, and we do not oppose H.R. 697 is the result of more than 5 prepared to yield back if the gentleman this bill. years of work among the city of Hen- is prepared to yield back. I reserve the balance of my time. derson Redevelopment Agency, the De- Mr. HUFFMAN. I would tell the Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. partment of the Interior, the State of chairman I have no further speakers Speaker, I am very pleased to yield 4 Nevada, and private entities. This pub- and am prepared to yield back if the minutes to the author of this legisla- lic-private partnership solution will fi- chairman is prepared to close. tion, who introduced it in the last Con- nally lead to the cleanup and reclama- Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. I am gress and in this Congress, the gen- tion of the Three Kids Mine site, while prepared to close. tleman from Nevada (Mr. HECK). at the same time providing for eco- Mr. HUFFMAN. I yield back the bal- Mr. HECK of Nevada. Mr. Speaker, I nomic development and the creation of ance of my time. rise in support of H.R. 697, the Three as many as 33,000 jobs. Furthermore, I Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. Kids Mine Remediation and Reclama- believe this innovative solution could Speaker, as was mentioned, this is a tion Act, which is an innovative solu- serve as a viable model for the cleanup win-win proposition—at no cost to the tion for restoring our environment, im- and reclamation of other similar sites taxpayer—cleaning up this mine, and I proving safety, and creating jobs. across the country. urge its support. It passed, again, by H.R. 697 addresses the safety and en- This bill, which has the support of voice vote in the last Congress, and I vironmental concerns of the Three Kids the entire Nevada delegation, is nearly hope it does so again in this Congress. Mine, as was stated, an abandoned identical to H.R. 2512, which passed the I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes,’’ manganese mine and mill site con- House of Representatives by voice vote and I yield back the balance of my sisting of approximately 1,262 acres of during the 112th Congress, but unfortu- time. both Federal and private lands which nately did not receive consideration in The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. lie within the Henderson city limits the Senate prior to the adjournment of HARRIS). The question is on the motion and is located across from a busy park- the last Congress. offered by the gentleman from Wash- way and an increasing number of I want to thank the chairman and ington (Mr. HASTINGS) that the House homes and businesses. the ranking member of the House Nat- suspend the rules and pass the bill, The site was owned and operated by ural Resources Committee for recog- H.R. 697, as amended. various parties, including the United nizing the importance of this legisla- The question was taken; and (two- States Government, from approxi- tion to Nevada and the West, and for thirds being in the affirmative) the mately 1917 through 1961, and used as a their efforts in advancing it, in a bipar- rules were suspended and the bill, as storage area for Federal manganese ore tisan fashion, through the committee. amended, was passed. reserves from the late 1950s through H.R. 697 is a win for the economy, a A motion to reconsider was laid on 2003. win for the environment, and a win for the table. Currently, the project site contains the Federal taxpayer. I encourage my f numerous large, unstable, sheer-cliff colleagues to join me in supporting open pits as deep as 400 feet, huge vol- this legislation. b 1645 umes of mine overburden and tailings, Mr. HUFFMAN. I yield such time as CALIFORNIA COASTAL NATIONAL mill facility remnants, and waste dis- she may consume to the gentlelady MONUMENT EXPANSION ACT OF posal areas. To give a sense of scale, from Nevada, Representative TITUS. 2013 the site contains mine overburden Ms. TITUS. I thank my friend from mounds that are approximately 10 sto- California for the time. Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. ries high in some areas and abandoned Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules waste ponds that are up to 60 feet deep 697, the Three Kids Mine Remediation and pass the bill (H.R. 1411) to include and filled with more than 1 million and Reclamation Act, and urge my col- the Point Arena-Stornetta Public cubic yards of gelatinous tailings con- leagues to support the bill. Lands in the California Coastal Na- taining high concentrations of arsenic, This bipartisan legislation, which has tional Monument as a part of the Na- lead, and petroleum compounds. the support of the entire Nevada dele- tional Landscape Conservation System, H.R. 697 provides an innovative pub- gation, including Senators REID and and for other purposes, as amended. lic-private partnership solution to fi- HELLER, is critical to the cleanup and The Clerk read the title of the bill. nally clean up the abandoned Three revitalization of long-dormant land The text of the bill is as follows: Kids Mine site. In its simplest form, near Henderson, Nevada. H.R. 1411 H.R. 697 directs the Secretary of the In- H.R. 697 sets up a public-private part- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- terior to convey the Federal lands at nership to address the remediation of resentatives of the United States of America in the project site—approximately 948 the more than 1,200 acres of former Congress assembled, acres—at fair market value, taking manganese mining and industrial lands SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; DEFINITIONS. into account the costs of investigating for redevelopment. These activities, as (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as and remediating the entire site, which you have heard, date back nearly a the ‘‘California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act of 2013’’. also includes an additional 314 acres of century and were critical to our na- (b) DEFINITIONS.—In this Act: now-private lands that were used his- tional defense during World War II. But (1) MAP.—The term ‘‘map’’ means the map torically in mine operations. over the last 50 years, the already created by the Bureau of Land Management, In return for conveying the land at nasty, polluted site has become in- entitled ‘‘California Coastal National Monu- fair market value, the Federal Govern- creasingly dangerous. Accordingly, the ment Addition’’ and dated September 15, ment will also receive a release of li- cleanup of this land is a top priority 2012. ability for cleanup of both the Federal for the Nevada State Department of (2) MONUMENT.—The term ‘‘Monument’’ and private lands. Environmental Protection, the city of means the California Coastal National Under this legislation, before the Monument established by Presidential Proc- Henderson, and for the thousands of lamation 7264. Federal lands are conveyed, the State southern Nevada residents who live (3) POINT ARENA-STORNETTA PUBLIC must enter into a binding consent nearby. LANDS.—The term ‘‘Point Arena-Stornetta agreement under which the cleanup of I support this legislation to clean up Public Lands’’ means the Federal land com- the entire project site will occur. This the Three Kids Mine for both safety prising approximately 1,255 acres in

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Reg. of the landowner, and such non-Federal land The Stornetta family, the namesake 2821). shall not be included within the boundaries of this area being annexed into the (5) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ of the Monument absent written consent of monument, grazes cattle in this area, means the Secretary of the Interior. the landowner. so it is imperative that grazing con- SEC. 2. PURPOSE. (2) MANAGEMENT.—Any land or interests in tinues and is compatible with the long- The purpose of this Act is to protect, con- land within or adjacent to the land added to term protection and management of serve, and enhance for the benefit and enjoy- the Monument by this Act acquired by the the monument. Public land grazers in ment of present and future generations the United States after the date of enactment of Arizona, Montana, and Utah have al- unique and nationally important historical, this Act shall be added to and administered natural, cultural, scientific, educational, as part of the Monument. ready been targeted by a few scenic, economic and recreational values of (3) ACCESS TO PRIVATE PROPERTY.—The ad- antigrazing zealots who want to liti- the Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands, dition of lands under this Act to the Monu- gate to extinction the legitimate and while allowing certain recreational, research ment may not result in a lack of or re- long-standing practice of grazing in na- and traditional ecomomic activities or uses, stricted access by motorized vehicle to any tional monuments. such as grazing, to continue. non-Federal lands within the Monument. During committee consideration of SEC. 3. EXPANSION OF CALIFORNIA COASTAL NA- (e) OVERFLIGHTS.—Nothing in this Act— H.R. 1411, an amendment was adopted TIONAL MONUMENT. (1) restricts or precludes overflights, in- to ensure that traditional economic ac- (a) IN GENERAL.—The boundary of the cluding low-level overflights or military, Monument established by Presidential Proc- commercial, and general aviation overflights tivities and uses, such as grazing, will lamation 7264 is expanded to include the Fed- that can be seen or heard within the land be allowed to continue once the Point eral land shown on the map. added to the Monument by this Act; Arena-Stornetta Public Lands are (b) MAP AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION.— (2) restricts or precludes the designation or added to the California Coastal Na- (1) IN GENERAL.—As soon as practicable creation of new units of special use airspace tional Monument. It also limited fu- after the date of enactment of this Act, the or the establishment of military flight train- ture land acquisitions to only those Secretary shall file with the Committee on ing routes over the land added to the Monu- Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate done by donations or exchange, thereby ment by this Act; or preventing any unnecessary taxpayer and the Committee on Natural Resources of (3) modifies regulations governing low- the House of Representatives a map and level overflights above the adjacent Gulf of expense. Private property rights were boundary description of land added to the the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. also protected by ensuring motorized Monument by this Act. (f) LAW ENFORCEMENT.—Nothing in this vehicle access to any non-Federal lands (2) FORCE AND EFFECT.—The map and Act effects the law enforcement authorities within the monument and requiring boundary description filed under paragraph of the Department of Homeland Security. written consent from the landowners (1) shall have the same force and effect as if (g) NATIVE AMERICAN USES.—Nothing in included in this Act, except that the Sec- before their property can be included in this Act enlarges, diminishes, or modifies the monument. retary may correct any minor errors in the the rights of any Indian tribe or Indian reli- map and boundary descriptions. gious community. The bill includes provisions pre- (3) AVAILABILITY OF MAP AND BOUNDARY DE- (h) BUFFER ZONES.— venting restrictions on military or SCRIPTION.—The map and boundary descrip- (1) IN GENERAL.—The expansion of the commercial low-level overflights and tion filed under paragraph (1) shall be on file Monument is not intended to lead to the es- training activities, and also on Depart- and available for public inspection in appro- tablishment of protective perimeters or buff- ment of Homeland Security law en- priate offices of the Bureau of Land Manage- er zones around the land included in the forcement activities, other routine pro- ment. Monument by this Act. visions protecting activities outside of SEC. 4. ADMINISTRATION. (2) ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE THE MONUMENT.— the designation, and prohibiting the (a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall man- The fact that activities outside the Monu- age the land added to the Monument by this ment can be seen or heard within the land creation of buffer zones. Act— added to the Monument by this Act shall I think these conditions are the right (1) as a part of the Monument; and not, of itself, preclude those activities or conditions when you take land for (2) in accordance with Presidential Procla- uses up to the boundary of the Monument. other uses, and I support this legisla- mation 7264, except that— (i) GRAZING.—Nothing in this Act affects tion. (A) traditional economic activities and ex- the grazing of livestock and the maintenance I reserve the balance of my time. isting uses, such as grazing and the mainte- of existing structures that are used for graz- Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield nance of existing structures that are used for ing within the Point Arena-Stornetta Public myself such time as I may consume. Lands or the Monument. grazing, shall not be restricted; and (Mr. HUFFMAN asked and was given (B) lands and interests in land within the (j) NATIONAL LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION proposed land addition not owned by the SYSTEM.—The Secretary shall manage the permission to revise and extend his re- United States shall not be part of the monu- Monument as part of the National Landscape marks.) ment and the future acquisition of those Conservation System. Mr. HUFFMAN. I am honored to rise lands and interests in lands by the United The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- in support of my first piece of legisla- States may occur only through donation or ant to the rule, the gentleman from tion as a Member of Congress: H.R. exchange with the written consent of the Washington (Mr. HASTINGS) and the 1411. This bill will add Mendocino’s landowner. Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands to (b) MANAGEMENT PLAN.— gentleman from California (Mr. the California Coastal National Monu- (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 2 years HUFFMAN) each will control 20 minutes. after the date of enactment of this Act, the The Chair recognizes the gentleman ment. Secretary shall finalize an amendment to from Washington. Those of my colleagues who have vis- the Monument management plan for the GENERAL LEAVE ited the Mendocino coast appreciate long-term protection and management of the Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. the true unspoiled beauty of this re- land added to the Monument by this Act. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that gion, and understand why it’s so impor- (2) REQUIREMENTS.—The plan amendment all Members may have 5 legislative tant to protect it for future genera- shall— days to revise and extend their re- tions. (A) be developed with an opportunity for This bill will preserve a complex and full public participation; and marks and include extraneous material (B) describe the appropriate uses and man- on the bill under consideration. fragile ecosystem on the Mendocino agement of the land consistent with this The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there coast, approximately 130 miles north of Act. objection to the request of the gen- San Francisco. It will serve as the first (c) MOTORIZED AND MECHANIZED TRANS- tleman from Washington? land-based addition to the California PORT.—Except as needed for emergency or There was no objection. Coastal National Monument. It will authorized administrative purposes, the use Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. also add 10 miles of connectivity to the of motorized and mechanized vehicles in the California Coastal Trail. Monument shall be permitted only on roads Speaker, I yield myself such time as I and trails designated for that use. may consume. The Point Arena-Stornetta Public (d) INCORPORATION OF LAND AND INTER- H.R. 1411 would add 1,255 acres of the Lands encompass 1,255 acres of pristine ESTS.— Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands to coastal wetlands, including habitat for

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:38 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY7.003 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4835 several endangered species. The bill Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield cost-effective management. This is a will also protect the Garcia River estu- as much time as he may consume to win-win for the private sector and for ary and 2 miles of the Garcia River the gentleman from the Northern Mar- the public sector. itself. This river is critical habitat for iana Islands (Mr. SABLAN). In many cases, the Bureau of Land coho salmon and steelhead. In addition, Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Management is a very effective land we will maintain the existing ranching, the gentleman for yielding me time. manager. It essentially, in the West, recreation, and research uses of this From his days in the California State has a lot of the land that actually was land, preserving much of it as a sus- House and now here in Congress, Con- never picked up by Forest Service. tainable working landscape. gressman JARED HUFFMAN has been a When you think of Forest Service, you But safeguarding this national treas- leader in protecting our valuable nat- think of timbering or mining and those ure isn’t just good for the environment; ural resources. H.R. 1411 is a fine exam- kinds of things, or land that qualified it is also good for the economy. Envi- ple of this commitment and office lead- for the National Park System as kind ronmental tourism is critical to the ership. Congressman HUFFMAN’s bill in- of the leftover lands of the westward economy of the north coast of Cali- corporates the area known as the Point expansion. They have a lot of land fornia, and expanding the Coastal Na- Arena-Stornetta Public Lands into the management responsibility and know- tional Monument will bring new visi- California Coastal National Monument. how. tors and new economic activity. The bill gives permanent protection The California coastline is the num- Tourism is already the number one to 1,255 acres of wetlands along the ber one attraction and the number one source of jobs on the Mendocino coast. Mendocino County coast. The area pro- engine. It is the whole engine of Cali- We get close to 2 million annual visi- vides habitat for endangered species, fornia. Most of the cities and stuff are tors in the region, and that supports including the Point Arena mountain all along the coast. So any time you more than 5,000 jobs and generates beaver and the Behren’s silverspot but- add to ability to expand access—we more than $110 million in economic ac- terfly. The Garcia River running sometimes forget in Congress that the tivity annually. The Point Arena- through it shelters steelhead and silver number one activity of interest in this Stornetta Public Lands are a perfect and king salmon. country is watchable wildlife. More gateway for visitors to experience the While I have the floor, I also want to people watch wildlife, whether it is in California Coastal National Monument. commend Congressman HUFFMAN for the movies or channels or buy gear to That is one of the reasons why the ef- his efforts to protect sharks. In the go out, than watch all the national fort to protect this amazing stretch of California Legislature, Congressman sports. It is huge business and it is the Mendocino coast has such broad HUFFMAN wrote the law banning waste- jobs. In the rural area, this is key to public support from State and local ful trade in shark fins. Here in Con- job development. elected officials to the Manchester- gress, he led the effort to protest when Since we’ve created the Coastal Na- Point Arena Band of Pomo Indians, the Commerce Department proposed tional Monument, we have had little conservation groups across the coun- regulations preempting State laws towns and counties in the rural area try, and business and civic leaders in against shark finning. that have been identifying the rocks, the community. In addition, hundreds The Northern Mariana Islands, which all of which have historical names of individuals in this rural area have I represent, has enacted a similar law. from families or shipwrecks. Now it expressed their support by way of peti- So along with other Members who re- gives some attraction to it, some his- tion. spect State authority, I cosigned Con- torical attraction, which people love to My friend and predecessor in rep- gressman HUFFMAN’s letter asking learn about. It has been a great edu- resenting the north coast in Congress, NOAA to withdraw its proposed regula- cational tool to teach us about this Congressman MIKE THOMPSON, initiated tion. 1,100-mile coastline in California sort the effort to protect this area in the Again, I commend Mr. HUFFMAN for of inch by inch. his dedication to protecting our nat- last Congress, and I am very pleased This addition is going to be able to ural resources, and I ask all my col- that he is joining me as a cosponsor of build more opportunity for job cre- leagues to support H.R. 1411. this bill. ation, as people want to hire people to I am also very appreciative of the Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. give them access, want to buy pictures, support of the chairman of the Natural Speaker, I continue to reserve the bal- want to buy books, want to buy art Resources Committee, Chairman DOC ance of my time. that’s made from it. HASTINGS, and also of the newest Mem- Mr. HUFFMAN. I thank the gen- So I really commend the committee ber of our Senate and our former rank- tleman from the Northern Mariana Is- on realizing that these things are re- ing Democrat, ED MARKEY. lands. In addition, I want to thank Chair- Mr. Speaker, I would yield as much sponsible job development jobs, not just government ownership of land. man BISHOP and Ranking Member GRI- time as he may consume to my col- When you say, well, it is taking it off JALVA of the Public Lands Sub- league, the gentleman from Monterey, the private tax rolls, remember, this is committee for not only hearing the California (Mr. FARR). a private interest that wanted to sell it bill, but for inviting my constituent, Mr. FARR. I thank Mr. HUFFMAN for Scott Schneider, who is president and yielding. to a public system. Those lands will CEO of Visit Mendocino, to come and Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate pay taxes in lieu of property taxes, PIL testify in support of this legislation. the committee and Chairman DOC HAS- taxes. It will continue the economy of This bill was reported by the Natural TINGS on bringing this bill to the floor. the area. But for the local area—this is Resources Committee by unanimous I was instrumental in creating the pretty rural California, really rural— consent, and I am grateful that we Coastal National Monument along the this will just be a huge economic boon have come so far to preserve this iconic California coastline. It had to be done tool. landscape. by executive order because we couldn’t I compliment Mr. HUFFMAN. This is I look forward to continuing to work get the bills out of committee. I just the first bill he has brought to the with the committee, with Senators really appreciate the fact that the floor. I hope he brings more. He is a BOXER and FEINSTEIN, and with my col- committee is concentrating on this, be- very able Member of Congress. He leagues to ensure that we fully and per- cause a lot of these things that people proved a great member of the Cali- manently protect this magnificent kind of argue against they don’t realize fornia State Legislature. coastline. what the positive unintended con- Mr. HASTINGS, thank you for pro- I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes’’ sequences are. viding the leadership to get these bills on H.R. 1411, and I reserve the balance What this bill does is it really talks to the floor so that we can have an op- of my time. about management of land. As the portunity to vote on them. Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. I chairman pointed out, the substance of I urge an ‘‘aye’’ vote. have no more requests for time. the bill allows the private enterprise, Mr. HUFFMAN. I thank the gen- I continue to reserve the balance of the agriculture to continue, and to tleman and yield back the balance of my time. have it in a way that is going to be my time.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:38 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.013 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4836 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. its but are currently authorized to op- mittee, and it passed our committee by Speaker, this is a good piece of legisla- erate on this road to continue to oper- voice vote. tion. I urge my colleagues to adopt it, ate after the interstate designation. Mr. Speaker, the bill is very simple. and I yield back the balance of my b 1700 Chairman PETRI mentioned it main- time. tains the status quo on a single high- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The This primarily involves agricultural way in Wisconsin that is being changed question is on the motion offered by crops during harvest season, milk, tim- from a U.S. highway to a U.S. inter- the gentleman from Washington (Mr. ber, scrap metal, and garbage. No new state. Highway 41, from Green Bay, HASTINGS) that the House suspend the trucks in excess of Federal weight lim- Wisconsin, to Milwaukee, is slated to rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1411, as its would be allowed on the new I–41. become an interstate next year. To do amended. This would just maintain the status that without any disruption to safety, The question was taken; and (two- quo and not disrupt the current flow of it’s important that we grandfather the thirds being in the affirmative) the commerce. current weight limits that are cur- rules were suspended and the bill, as This is not unprecedented, as other rently on the road, and this bill does amended, was passed. roads which have become part of the exactly that. A motion to reconsider was laid on interstate system have received this It ensures that any trucks that drive the table. grandfather, including I–39 in Wis- on the road today will be able to drive consin, with no ill effect. In fact, the f on the road after the conversion. With- Wisconsin State Patrol, which is re- out this bill, shippers would simply OPERATION OF VEHICLES ON sponsible for truck safety enforcement, have two options, and neither would be CERTAIN WISCONSIN HIGHWAYS has issued a statement in support of good for safety. One option would be to Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I move to this bill, and is noting the safety bene- move these trucks onto side roads, suspend the rules and pass the bill fits of not forcing these trucks off the which, in Wisconsin, are often rural or (H.R. 2353) to amend title 23, United safer interstate and onto State and through small towns that are not suit- States Code, with respect to the oper- local roads which are not designated to ed for truck traffic. The other option ation of vehicles on certain Wisconsin carry such traffic. would be to put more trucks on the highways, and for other purposes. The bill before us is also supported highway in order to comply with the The Clerk read the title of the bill. by Republican and Democratic mem- lower weight limits. Neither option is The text of the bill is as follows: bers of the Wisconsin House delegation, good for safety, and neither option is H.R. 2353 our two U.S. Senators, the Wisconsin good for Wisconsin. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Department of Transportation, and As Chairman PETRI mentioned, it is Representatives of the United States of America many State and local officials and or- supported by the Wisconsin State Pa- in Congress assembled, ganizations. I ask my House colleagues trol; it is supported by the Governor of SECTION 1. OPERATION OF VEHICLES ON CER- to approve this bill, which is so impor- Wisconsin; it is supported by the Wis- TAIN WISCONSIN HIGHWAYS. tant to my State. consin State Assembly, including the Section 127 of title 23, United States Code, I reserve the balance of my time. majority and ranking members; it is is amended by adding at the end the fol- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The lowing: supported by the Wisconsin State Sen- Chair wishes to again clarify with the ate; and it is supported by the Wis- ‘‘(j) OPERATION OF VEHICLES ON CERTAIN gentleman whether the bill is with or WISCONSIN HIGHWAYS.—If any segment of the consin DOT. United States Route 41 corridor, as described without an amendment. As the ranking member mentioned, in section 1105(c)(57) of the Intermodal Sur- Mr. PETRI. It is without an amend- this is not a precedent-setting piece of face Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, is ment. legislation. In fact, it has happened in designated as a route on the Interstate Sys- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The other parts of the country. I am in sup- tem, a vehicle that could operate legally on Chair would announce that the pending port of this legislation, and I urge my that segment before the date of such des- motion is that the House suspend the ignation may continue to operate on that colleagues to support it. rules and pass the Union Calendar Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I yield segment, without regard to any requirement version of the bill, which is without under subsection (a).’’. back the balance of my time. amendment. Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I urge my The SPEAKER pro tempore. Does the Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I yield gentleman intend that the motion colleagues to support the legislation myself such time as I may consume. before us, and I yield back the balance apply to the bill, as amended? Congress has previously grand- Mr. PETRI. Yes. of my time. fathered truck weights on roads that The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The SPEAKER pro tempore. The bill, obtained interstate designation, in- as amended, is pending. question is on the motion offered by cluding Interstate 99 in Pennsylvania, the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Pursuant to the rule, the gentleman Interstate 39 in Wisconsin and Inter- from Wisconsin (Mr. PETRI) and the PETRI) that the House suspend the state 68 in Maryland. I point that out rules and pass the bill, H.R. 2353. gentleman from West Virginia (Mr. to note that what is being proposed in RAHALL) each will control 20 minutes. The question was taken; and (two- the pending legislation is not without thirds being in the affirmative) the The Chair recognizes the gentleman precedent or justification. from Wisconsin. rules were suspended and the bill was While I support this legislation, con- passed. GENERAL LEAVE sideration by the House of this bill A motion to reconsider was laid on Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- should not be construed as an indicator the table. mous consent that all Members may of movement on the broader debate of have 5 legislative days in which to re- whether to increase truck weights gen- f vise and extend their remarks and in- erally. This is a limited extension of clude extraneous material on the bill current standards on one road in one AUTHORIZING USE OF CAPITOL before us. State, and I am evaluating it as such. GROUNDS FOR DISTRICT OF CO- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there I support this bill, and I urge its adop- LUMBIA SPECIAL OLYMPICS LAW objection to the request of the gen- tion. ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN tleman from Wisconsin? I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I move to There was no objection. Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I yield such suspend the rules and agree to the con- Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- time as he may consume to my col- current resolution (H. Con. Res. 44) au- self such time as I may consume. league from Wisconsin (Mr. RIBBLE). thorizing the use of the Capitol U.S. Highway 41 between Milwaukee Mr. RIBBLE. Thank you, Chairman Grounds for the District of Columbia and Green Bay is slated to become part PETRI. Special Olympics Law Enforcement of the U.S. interstate system early I also want to thank the ranking Torch Run. next year. H.R. 2353 would simply allow member, Mr. RAHALL, for working with The Clerk read the title of the con- trucks that exceed Federal weight lim- us. We advanced this bill through com- current resolution.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:08 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.014 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4837 The text of the concurrent resolution with disabilities through athletics and The SPEAKER pro tempore. The is as follows: competition. The Law Enforcement question is on the motion offered by H. CON. RES. 44 Torch Run began in 1981 when the po- the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Resolved by the House of Representatives (the lice chief of Wichita, Kansas, saw an RIBBLE) that the House suspend the Senate concurring), urgent need to raise funds for and to rules and agree to the concurrent reso- SECTION 1. AUTHORIZATION OF USE OF THE increase awareness of the Special lution, H. Con. Res. 44. CAPITOL GROUNDS FOR DC SPECIAL Olympics. The Torch Run was then The question was taken. OLYMPICS LAW ENFORCEMENT quickly adopted by the International The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the TORCH RUN. opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being On September 27, 2013, or on such other Association of Chiefs of Police. Today, date as the Speaker of the House of Rep- the Torch Run is the largest grassroots in the affirmative, the ayes have it. resentatives and the Committee on Rules effort that raises funds and awareness Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, on that I and Administration of the Senate may joint- for the Special Olympics program. The demand the yeas and nays. ly designate, the 28th Annual District of Co- event in D.C. is one of many law en- The yeas and nays were ordered. lumbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement forcement torch runs throughout the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Torch Run (in this resolution referred to as country and across 40 nations. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- the ‘‘event’’) may be run through the Capitol I support the passage of this resolu- ceedings on this motion will be post- Grounds to carry the Special Olympics torch poned. to honor local Special Olympics athletes. tion, and I reserve the balance of my f SEC. 2. RESPONSIBILITY OF CAPITOL POLICE time. BOARD. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I yield WMD INTELLIGENCE AND INFOR- The Capitol Police Board shall take such myself such time as I may consume. MATION SHARING ACT OF 2013 actions as may be necessary to carry out the I rise in support of House Concurrent event. Resolution 44, which authorizes the use Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I move SEC. 3. CONDITIONS RELATING TO PHYSICAL of the Capitol Grounds for the 28th An- to suspend the rules and pass the bill PREPARATIONS. nual Law Enforcement Torch Run, (H.R. 1542) to amend the Homeland Se- The Architect of the Capitol may prescribe which benefits the District of Columbia curity Act of 2002 to establish weapons conditions for physical preparations for the Special Olympics. of mass destruction intelligence and event. The torch relay event has tradition- information sharing functions of the SEC. 4. ENFORCEMENT OF RESTRICTIONS. Office of Intelligence and Analysis of The Capitol Police Board shall provide for ally been associated with the summer D.C. Special Olympics, which took the Department of Homeland Security enforcement of the restrictions contained in and to require dissemination of infor- section 5104(c) of title 40, United States Code, place this past May. Each year, ap- concerning sales, advertisements, displays, proximately 2,500 Special Olympians mation analyzed by the Department to and solicitations on the Capitol Grounds, as compete in over a dozen events here in entities with responsibilities relating well as other restrictions applicable to the the Nation’s Capital, and more than 1 to homeland security, and for other Capitol Grounds, in connection with the million children and adults with spe- purposes. event. cial needs participate in Special Olym- The Clerk read the title of the bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- pic programs worldwide. The Law En- The text of the bill is as follows: ant to the rule, the gentleman from forcement Torch Run has become a H.R. 1542 Wisconsin (Mr. RIBBLE) and the gentle- truly popular event on Capitol Hill and Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- woman from the District of Columbia is an integral part of the fundraising resentatives of the United States of America in (Ms. NORTON) each will control 20 min- efforts for the D.C. Special Olympics. Congress assembled, utes. Nearly 1,500 Law Enforcement Torch SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘WMD Intel- The Chair recognizes the gentleman Run participants are expected to as- from Wisconsin. ligence and Information Sharing Act of semble at the West Terrace of the U.S. 2013’’. GENERAL LEAVE Capitol Building on September 27, 2013, SEC. 2. WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION INTEL- Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I ask for a 2.3-mile run to Fort McNair, LIGENCE AND INFORMATION SHAR- unanimous consent that all Members which culminates in a picnic and a ING. may have 5 legislative days in which to celebration for all participants. (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle A of title II of revise and extend their remarks and in- The Special Olympics of D.C. pro- the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. clude extraneous material on House vides year-round sports and fitness 121 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: Concurrent Resolution 44. training, health screenings and ath- ‘‘SEC. 210G. WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION IN- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there letic competition to all children and TELLIGENCE AND INFORMATION objection to the request of the gen- adults with intellectual disabilities, SHARING. tleman from Wisconsin? and it touches thousands of families in ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Office of Intel- There was no objection. D.C. and the region. Participants are ligence and Analysis of the Department of Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I yield involved in basketball, bowling, golf, Homeland Security shall— myself such time as I may consume. soccer, tennis, track and field, ‘‘(1) support homeland security-focused in- H. Con. Res. 44 would authorize the telligence analysis of terrorist actors, their volleyball, and many other sports pro- claims, and their plans to conduct attacks use of the Capitol Grounds for the Dis- grams that address various levels of involving chemical, biological, radiological, trict of Columbia’s Special Olympics ability. Best of all, the different pro- and nuclear materials against the Nation; Law Enforcement Torch Run that will grams offered to Special Olympics ath- ‘‘(2) support homeland security-focused in- be held on September 27, 2013. letes are always free of charge and are telligence analysis of global infectious dis- I would first like to thank Ranking partially supported by the event that ease, public health, food, agricultural, and Member NORTON, of the Subcommittee we would authorize today. veterinary issues; on Economic Development, Public I am truly pleased to support such a ‘‘(3) support homeland security-focused Buildings and Emergency Manage- risk analysis and risk assessments of the meritorious organization and to sup- homeland security hazards described in para- ment, for introducing this resolution, port the passage of this resolution, and graphs (1) and (2) by providing relevant quan- as well as to thank Chairman I ask my colleagues to do the same. titative and nonquantitative threat informa- BARLETTA of the subcommittee for co- I thank the gentleman for his co- tion; sponsoring it. operation in bringing this bill. ‘‘(4) leverage existing and emerging home- As in years past, the torch run will As I have no further requests for land security intelligence capabilities and be launched from the West Terrace of time, Mr. Speaker, I yield back the bal- structures to enhance prevention, protec- the U.S. Capitol and will continue ance of my time. tion, response, and recovery efforts with re- through the Capitol Grounds as part of Mr. RIBBLE. This is a terrific event. spect to a chemical, biological, radiological, the journey to the annual D.C. Special or nuclear attack; It’s one that every Member of Congress ‘‘(5) share information and provide tailored Olympics Summer Games. should support, and I encourage the analytical support on these threats to State, The Special Olympics is an inter- adoption of it. local, and tribal authorities as well as other national organization dedicated to en- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance national biosecurity and biodefense stake- riching the lives of children and adults of my time. holders; and

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:08 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.019 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4838 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 ‘‘(6) perform other responsibilities, as as- GENERAL LEAVE of encountering chemical weapons in signed by the Secretary. Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I ask Syria. The risk of these weapons get- ‘‘(b) COORDINATION.—Where appropriate, unanimous consent that all Members ting into the hands of terrorists con- the Office of Intelligence and Analysis shall coordinate with other relevant Department have 5 legislative days within which to tinues to grow, and our military con- components, others in the Intelligence Com- revise and extend their remarks and in- tinues to become more vigilant. These munity, including the National Counter Pro- clude any extraneous material on the risks and the current nature of the liferation Center, and other Federal, State, bill under consideration. threat makes this legislation all the local, and tribal authorities, including offi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there more relevant. cials from high-threat areas, and enable such objection to the request of the gen- We must be doing more to assure entities to provide recommendations on opti- tleman from Pennsylvania? that local and State law enforcement mal information sharing mechanisms, in- There was no objection. are privy to intelligence that could cluding expeditious sharing of classified in- Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield stop an attack. In fact, the potential formation, and on how they can provide in- formation to the Department. myself such time as I may consume. for homegrown radicalization has in- ‘‘(c) REPORT.— I want to thank Homeland Security creased, and therefore the need for law ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year Committee Chairman MICHAEL MCCAUL enforcement and Federal authorities to after the date of the enactment of this sec- and former Chairman PETER KING, as work together has increased all the tion and annually thereafter, the Secretary well as Ranking Member HIGGINS and more. I think we’re all aware of the shall report to the appropriate congressional Congresswoman JACKIE SPEIER, for tragic circumstances of the attack in committees on— joining me in introducing this bipar- Boston that occurred all too recently. ‘‘(A) the intelligence and information shar- ing activities under subsection (a) and of all tisan legislation. Although the FBI closed its case on relevant entities within the Department to I urge the support for H.R. 1542, the Tamerlan Tsarnaev, a Treasury En- counter the threat from weapons of mass de- Weapons of Mass Destruction Intel- forcement Communications System, or struction; and ligence and Information Sharing Act of TECS, alert was placed on him. It ‘‘(B) the Department’s activities in accord- 2013. should have immediately pinged Home- ance with relevant intelligence strategies. The legislation provides important land Security and Customs and Border ‘‘(2) ASSESSMENT OF IMPLEMENTATION.—The guidance for disseminating WMD— Patrol. Therefore, when Tamerlan report shall include— that’s weapons of mass destruction— traveled to Russia in 2012 and subse- ‘‘(A) a description of methods established to assess progress of the Office of Intel- intelligence information at the Depart- quently returned to the U.S. only to ligence and Analysis in implementing this ment of Homeland Security. Weapons set up a jihadist YouTube account, a section; and of mass destruction are considered for red flag should have been raised, and ‘‘(B) such assessment. the purposes of this act to be chemical, Federal, State, and local officials ‘‘(d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: biological, radiological, and nuclear should have been notified. ‘‘(1) The term ‘appropriate congressional weapons. One of the purposes of this bill is to committees’ means the Committee on Home- Mr. Speaker, in 2010, the Congress es- enhance the communication and col- land Security of the House of Representa- tablished the Commission on the Pre- laboration between our Federal intel- tives and any committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate having legis- vention of Weapons of Mass Destruc- ligence assets, particularly those of lative jurisdiction under the rules of the tion Proliferation and Terrorism. The Homeland Security, and our Federal, House of Representatives or Senate, respec- Commission was chaired by former State, and local partners. tively, over the matter concerned. Senators Bob Graham and Jim Talent. Chemical, biological, radiological, ‘‘(2) The term ‘Intelligence Community’ A principal but, as of yet, unfilled rec- and nuclear materials can be quite dif- has the meaning given that term in section ommendation from the Graham-Talent ficult to detect and to prevent. How- 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 Commission was to assure that critical ever, the danger they pose is unimagi- U.S.C. 401a(4)). collaboration take place—collabora- nable. My legislation is with rec- ‘‘(3) The term ‘national biosecurity and biodefense stakeholders’ means officials tion among Homeland Security intel- ommendation from the Commission, from the Federal, State, local, and tribal au- ligence assets and other Federal, State and it will ensure sustained Depart- thorities and individuals from the private and local partners—in protecting the ment of Homeland Security commit- sector who are involved in efforts to prevent, homeland. It’s time for Congress to do ment to facilitate the partnership protect against, respond to, and recover from its part right now to ensure that the across the intelligence community and a biological attack or other phenomena that Nation is meeting its WMD detection the first responder community. may have serious health consequences for and prevention responsibilities in a I urge support for this bill, and re- the United States, including wide-scale fa- meaningful way. serve the balance of my time. talities or infectious disease outbreaks.’’. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of Mr. Speaker, when I stood before this contents in section 1(b) of such Act is body on this bill last year, I had re- Speaker, I yield myself such time as I amended by adding at the end of the items cently returned from the Middle East, may consume. relating to such subtitle the following: and one of the takeaways from the trip Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. ‘‘Sec. 210G. Weapons of mass destruction was the number of chemical weapons 1542, the WMD Intelligence and Infor- intelligence and information sharing.’’. stockpiled in Syria. mation Sharing Act of 2013. SEC. 3. DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION ANA- This bill would strengthen informa- LYZED BY THE DEPARTMENT TO b 1715 tion-sharing at all levels of govern- STATE, LOCAL, TRIBAL, AND PRI- VATE ENTITIES WITH RESPONSIBIL- I raised the concern that during this ment regarding chemical, biological, ITIES RELATING TO HOMELAND SE- extraordinary time of insecurity in the radiological, and nuclear terrorist CURITY. region, these weapons could wind up in threats. Section 201(d)(8) of the Homeland Security the hands of al Qaeda or other terror- Since the attacks of September 11, Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 121(d)(8)) is amended by ists. Since that time, we’ve tragically 2011, concerns about an attack on U.S. striking ‘‘and to agencies of State’’ and all learned that Bashar al-Assad has in- soil with a weapon of mass destruction that follows and inserting ‘‘to State, local, tribal, and private entities with such respon- deed used chemical weapons on his own or dirty bomb has come into sharp sibilities, and, as appropriate, to the public, people, and we have the fear and con- focus. The Director of National Intel- in order to assist in preventing, deterring, or cern of the threat of those who have ligence has stated that the intelligence responding to acts of terrorism against the expressed a desire in Iran to use weap- community remains concerned about United States.’’. ons of mass destruction to assure that the prospect that a terrorist organiza- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Israel does not exist. tion or non-state actor could exploit a ant to the rule, the gentleman from Chemical weapons have completely weapon of mass destruction and, with Pennsylvania (Mr. MEEHAN) and the changed the way our military prepares little or no warning, inflict significant gentleman from Mississippi (Mr. for operations. Just last week, the damage to our Nation’s citizens and THOMPSON) each will control 20 min- Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff economy. utes. Martin Dempsey told the Senate The potentially devastating nature of The Chair recognizes the gentleman Armed Services Committee that the WMD attacks has come into greater from Pennsylvania. military is preparing for the possibility focus in recent months. In particular,

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Security Act of 2002 to establish weap- could fall into the wrong hands is also This is a vitally important piece of leg- ons of mass destruction intelligence very concerning. islation, as has been identified in the and information sharing functions of Recognizing that effective informa- earlier comments of the gentleman the Office of Intelligence and Analysis tion-sharing is essential to preventing from Mississippi, and I echo them my- of the Department of Homeland Secu- a WMD attack, H.R. 1542 requires the self, particularly this concern, as we rity and to require dissemination of in- Department of Homeland Security to engage in a world in which the pro- formation analyzed by the Department support homeland security-focused liferation of weapons of mass destruc- to entities with responsibilities relat- analysis of terrorist actors and their tion, particularly those which are ing to homeland security, and for other plans to conduct attacks involving chemical weapons, which we do not purposes, on which the yeas and nays chemical, biological, and nuclear mate- know whether they may have fallen were ordered. rials against the Nation. into the hands of not only Syria, but The Clerk read the title of the bill. This bill requires DHS to coordinate Libya, as well, creates a heightened with other components and the intel- sense of need and awareness on the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ligence community and other Federal, part of those in our intelligence com- question is on the motion offered by State, local, and tribal authorities to mittees to do all to assure there is col- the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. provide recommendations on informa- laboration on intelligence that they de- MEEHAN) that the House suspend the tion-sharing mechanisms. rive in these areas with the partners on rules and pass the bill, as amended. Robust partnership between DHS and the Federal, State, and local levels. The vote was taken by electronic de- local law enforcement is critical to en- So I urge Members to support this vice, and there were—yeas 388, nays 3, hancing situational awareness with re- legislation, and I yield back the bal- not voting 42, as follows: spect to terrorism prevention, includ- ance of my time. [Roll No. 375] ing prevention of a WMD attack. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The YEAS—388 I’m pleased to support this bipartisan question is on the motion offered by Aderholt Collins (NY) Gibson bill and would like to acknowledge the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Amash Conaway Gingrey (GA) that the language under consideration MEEHAN) that the House suspend the Amodei Connolly Gohmert today originated in comprehensive Andrews Conyers Goodlatte rules and pass the bill, H.R. 1542. Bachmann Cook Gosar WMD legislation authored by my The question was taken. Bachus Cooper Gowdy former committee colleague, Rep- The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Barletta Costa Granger resentative BILL PASCRELL of New Jer- Barr Cotton Graves (GA) opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Barrow (GA) Courtney Graves (MO) sey. in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Barton Cramer Grayson While I support this measure, I would Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, on that I Bass Crawford Green, Al hope that this Congress could move demand the yeas and nays. Beatty Crenshaw Green, Gene forward on more comprehensive WMD Becerra Crowley Griffin (AR) The yeas and nays were ordered. Benishek Cuellar Griffith (VA) prevention legislation in the very near The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Bentivolio Cummings Guthrie future. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Bera (CA) Daines Hahn Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ceedings on this motion will be post- Bilirakis Davis, Danny Hall my time. Bishop (GA) Davis, Rodney Hanabusa poned. Bishop (NY) Delaney Harper Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield f Bishop (UT) DeLauro Harris myself such time as I may consume. Black DelBene Hartzler I thank the gentleman from Mis- RECESS Blackburn Denham Hastings (FL) sissippi for his comments, and I also Blumenauer Dent Hastings (WA) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Bonamici DeSantis Heck (NV) want to recognize, as he does, the great ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Bonner DesJarlais Heck (WA) work that was done by Congressman declares the House in recess until ap- Boustany Deutch Hensarling PASCRELL on this issue, as well, here in Brady (PA) Diaz-Balart Himes proximately 6:30 p.m. today. Brady (TX) Dingell Hinojosa this House. And when I had the good Accordingly (at 5 o’clock and 24 min- Bridenstine Doggett Holding fortune to begin to do work on the utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. Brooks (AL) Doyle Honda House Homeland Security Committee, Brooks (IN) Duckworth Hoyer f Broun (GA) Duffy Hudson ASCRELL it was Congressman P who was Brown (FL) Duncan (SC) Huelskamp among those who brought this issue to b 1831 Brownley (CA) Duncan (TN) Huffman our attention and the failure or the Buchanan Edwards Huizenga (MI) AFTER RECESS lack of the ability to see the issues Burgess Ellison Hultgren The recess having expired, the House Bustos Enyart Hurt that the Commission put forward be Butterfield Eshoo Israel put into place. So I want to thank him was called to order by the Speaker pro Calvert Esty Issa for his good work on this issue, as well. tempore (Mr. HOLDING) at 6 o’clock and Camp Farenthold Jackson Lee Mr. Speaker, I have no further speak- 31 minutes p.m. Cantor Farr Jeffries Capito Fattah Jenkins ers at this point. So if the gentleman f Capuano Fincher Johnson (GA) from Mississippi has no further speak- Carney Fitzpatrick Johnson (OH) ers, I’m certainly prepared to close, ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Carson (IN) Fleischmann Johnson, E. B. PRO TEMPORE Cartwright Fleming Johnson, Sam and I reserve the balance of my time. Cassidy Flores Jordan Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Castor (FL) Forbes Joyce Speaker, as I have no further speakers ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Castro (TX) Fortenberry Kaptur and I am prepared to close, I yield my- will resume on motions to suspend the Chabot Foster Keating Chaffetz Foxx Kelly (IL) self the balance of my time. rules previously postponed. Chu Frankel (FL) Kelly (PA) Mr. Speaker, I urge passage of H.R. Votes will be taken in the following Cicilline Franks (AZ) Kennedy 1542 today. Enactment of this measure order: Clarke Frelinghuysen Kildee Clay Fudge Kilmer will strengthen the partnership be- H.R. 1542, by the yeas and nays; Cleaver Gabbard Kind tween the Department of Homeland Se- H. Con. Res. 44, by the yeas and nays. Clyburn Gallego King (IA) curity and our Nation’s first preventers The first electronic vote will be con- Coble Garcia King (NY) against one of the most vexing home- ducted as a 15-minute vote. The re- Coffman Gardner Kinzinger (IL) Cohen Garrett Kirkpatrick land security threats, weapons of mass maining electronic vote will be con- Cole Gerlach Kline destruction. ducted as a 5-minute vote. Collins (GA) Gibbs Labrador

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Jeffries Mullin Sensenbrenner Levin Peters (CA) Smith (MO) Jenkins Mulvaney Serrano Lewis Peters (MI) Smith (NE) f Johnson (GA) Murphy (FL) LoBiondo Peterson Sessions Smith (NJ) Johnson (OH) Murphy (PA) Loebsack Petri Sewell (AL) Smith (TX) AUTHORIZING USE OF CAPITOL Johnson, E. B. Napolitano Long Pingree (ME) Shea-Porter Smith (WA) GROUNDS FOR DISTRICT OF CO- Johnson, Sam Neal Lowenthal Pittenger Sherman Southerland Jones Negrete McLeod Lowey Pitts LUMBIA SPECIAL OLYMPICS LAW Shimkus Stewart Jordan Neugebauer Lucas Pocan Shuster ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN Joyce Noem Luetkemeyer Poe (TX) Stivers Simpson Kaptur Nolan Lujan Grisham Polis Stockman The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Sinema Keating Nunes (NM) Pompeo Stutzman finished business is the vote on the mo- Sires Kelly (IL) Nunnelee Luja´ n, Ben Ray Posey Swalwell (CA) Slaughter Takano tion to suspend the rules and agree to Kelly (PA) O’Rourke (NM) Price (GA) Smith (MO) Terry the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. Kennedy Olson Lummis Price (NC) Smith (NE) Thompson (CA) Kildee Owens Lynch Quigley 44) authorizing the use of the Capitol Smith (NJ) Thompson (MS) Kilmer Palazzo Maffei Radel Grounds for the District of Columbia Smith (TX) Thompson (PA) Kind Pascrell Maloney, Rahall Special Olympics Law Enforcement Smith (WA) Carolyn Rangel Thornberry King (IA) Paulsen Southerland Maloney, Sean Reichert Tiberi Torch Run, on which the yeas and nays King (NY) Payne Stewart Marino Renacci Tipton were ordered. Kinzinger (IL) Pearce Stivers Matheson Ribble Titus The Clerk read the title of the con- Kirkpatrick Perlmutter Matsui Rice (SC) Tonko Kline Perry Stockman McCarthy (CA) Richmond Turner current resolution. Labrador Peters (CA) Stutzman McCaul Rigell Upton The SPEAKER pro tempore. The LaMalfa Peters (MI) Swalwell (CA) McClintock Roby Valadao question is on the motion offered by Lamborn Peterson Takano McCollum Roe (TN) Van Hollen the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Lance Petri Terry McDermott Rogers (AL) Vargas Langevin Pingree (ME) Thompson (CA) McGovern Rogers (KY) Veasey RIBBLE) that the House suspend the Lankford Pittenger Thompson (MS) McHenry Rogers (MI) Vela rules and agree to the concurrent reso- Larsen (WA) Pitts Thompson (PA) McIntyre Rokita Vela´ zquez lution. Larson (CT) Pocan Thornberry McKeon Rooney Visclosky This is a 5-minute vote. Latham Poe (TX) Tiberi McKinley Ros-Lehtinen Wagner Latta Polis Tipton McMorris Roskam Walberg The vote was taken by electronic de- Levin Pompeo Titus Rodgers Ross Walden vice, and there were—yeas 388, nays 0, Lewis Posey Tonko McNerney Rothfus Walorski not voting 45, as follows: LoBiondo Price (GA) Turner Meadows Roybal-Allard Walz Loebsack Price (NC) Upton Meehan Ruiz [Roll No. 376] Wasserman Lofgren Quigley Valadao Meeks Runyan Schultz YEAS—388 Long Radel Van Hollen Messer Ruppersberger Waters Lowenthal Rahall Vargas Mica Ryan (OH) Aderholt Cicilline Fincher Watt Lowey Rangel Michaud Ryan (WI) Amash Clarke Fitzpatrick Veasey Waxman Lucas Reichert Miller (FL) Salmon Amodei Clay Fleischmann Vela Weber (TX) Luetkemeyer Renacci Miller (MI) Sa´ nchez, Linda Andrews Cleaver Flores Vela´ zquez Webster (FL) Lujan Grisham Ribble Miller, George T. Bachmann Clyburn Forbes Visclosky Welch (NM) Rice (SC) Moore Sanchez, Loretta Bachus Coble Fortenberry Wagner Luja´ n, Ben Ray Richmond Moran Sanford Wenstrup Barletta Coffman Foster Walberg (NM) Rigell Mullin Sarbanes Westmoreland Barr Cohen Foxx Walden Lummis Roby Mulvaney Scalise Whitfield Barrow (GA) Cole Frankel (FL) Walorski Lynch Roe (TN) Murphy (FL) Schakowsky Williams Barton Collins (GA) Franks (AZ) Walz Wilson (FL) Bass Collins (NY) Maffei Rogers (AL) Murphy (PA) Schiff Frelinghuysen Wasserman Beatty Conaway Maloney, Rogers (KY) Napolitano Schneider Wilson (SC) Fudge Schultz Wittman Becerra Connolly Gabbard Carolyn Rogers (MI) Neal Schock Waters Wolf Benishek Conyers Gallego Maloney, Sean Rokita Negrete McLeod Schrader Watt Womack Bentivolio Cook Garamendi Marino Rooney Neugebauer Schwartz Waxman Woodall Bera (CA) Cooper Garcia Massie Ros-Lehtinen Noem Schweikert Weber (TX) Yarmuth Bilirakis Costa Gardner Matheson Roskam Nolan Scott (VA) Webster (FL) Yoder Bishop (GA) Cotton Garrett Matsui Ross Nugent Scott, Austin Welch Nunes Scott, David Yoho Bishop (NY) Courtney Gerlach McCarthy (CA) Rothfus Wenstrup Nunnelee Sensenbrenner Young (AK) Black Cramer Gibbs McCaul Roybal-Allard Westmoreland O’Rourke Serrano Young (FL) Blackburn Crawford Gibson McClintock Ruiz Whitfield Olson Sessions Young (IN) Blumenauer Crenshaw Gingrey (GA) McCollum Runyan Bonamici Crowley Gohmert McDermott Ruppersberger Williams NAYS—3 Bonner Cuellar Goodlatte McGovern Ryan (OH) Wilson (FL) Boustany Cummings Gosar McHenry Ryan (WI) Wilson (SC) Jones Lofgren Massie Brady (PA) Daines Gowdy McIntyre Salmon Wittman Brady (TX) Davis, Danny Granger McKeon Sa´ nchez, Linda Wolf NOT VOTING—42 Bridenstine Davis, Rodney Graves (GA) McKinley T. Womack Brooks (AL) Delaney Graves (MO) Alexander Garamendi Marchant McMorris Sanchez, Loretta Woodall Brooks (IN) DeLauro Grayson Barber Grijalva McCarthy (NY) Rodgers Sanford Yarmuth Broun (GA) DelBene Green, Al Braley (IA) Grimm Meng McNerney Sarbanes Yoder Brown (FL) Denham Green, Gene Bucshon Gutie´rrez Miller, Gary Meadows Scalise Yoho Brownley (CA) Dent Griffin (AR) Campbell Hanna Nadler Meehan Schakowsky Young (FL) Buchanan DeSantis Griffith (VA) Capps Herrera Beutler Pallone Meeks Schiff Young (IN) Burgess DesJarlais Guthrie Ca´ rdenas Higgins Pastor (AZ) Bustos Deutch Hahn Carter Holt Reed NOT VOTING—45 Butterfield Diaz-Balart Hall Culberson Horsford Rohrabacher Calvert Dingell Hanabusa Alexander Grijalva Meng Davis (CA) Hunter Royce Camp Doggett Harper Barber Grimm Miller, Gary DeFazio Kingston Rush Cantor Doyle Harris Bishop (UT) Gutie´rrez Nadler DeGette Kuster Speier Capito Duckworth Hartzler Braley (IA) Hanna Nugent Ellmers Lee (CA) Tierney Capuano Duffy Hastings (FL) Bucshon Herrera Beutler Pallone Engel Lipinski Tsongas Ca´ rdenas Duncan (SC) Hastings (WA) Campbell Higgins Pastor (AZ) Carney Duncan (TN) Heck (NV) Capps Holt Pelosi b 1856 Carson (IN) Edwards Heck (WA) Carter Horsford Reed Cartwright Ellison Hensarling Culberson Hunter Rohrabacher Cassidy Enyart Himes Davis (CA) Kingston Royce Mr. MASSIE changed his vote from Castor (FL) Eshoo Hinojosa DeFazio Kuster Rush ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ Castro (TX) Esty Holding DeGette Lee (CA) Speier Chabot Farenthold Honda Ellmers Lipinski Tierney Mr. SMITH of Texas changed his vote Chaffetz Farr Hoyer Engel Marchant Tsongas from ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ Chu Fattah Hudson Fleming McCarthy (NY) Young (AK)

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:38 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY7.007 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4841 b 1903 The more Members that we can bring would increase electric bills for fami- So (two-thirds being in the affirma- together to work across the aisle on a lies and small businesses. It would also tive) the rules were suspended and the consistent basis helps us to build trust hinder the reuse of coal residuals, guar- concurrent resolution was agreed to. and ultimately a legislative branch anteeing that more coal ash would end The result of the vote was announced that functions a whole lot better. up in landfills instead of reused as con- as above recorded. f crete or cement. The House will also consider the En- A motion to reconsider was laid on SOCIAL SECURITY AND CHAINED ergy Consumers Relief Act. This legis- the table. CPI lation requires that anytime EPA pro- PERSONAL EXPLANATION (Mr. SWALWELL of California asked poses a regulation that would cost Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, due to a runway and was given permission to address more than $1 billion, that it is to be re- accident at LaGuardia Airport in New York, I the House for 1 minute and to revise viewed by other agencies, including the was unavoidably detained. and extend his remarks.) Department of Energy. On rollcall No. 375 had I been present, I Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. If the Secretary of Energy deter- would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ Speaker, I have spoken to my constitu- mines that a rule would have adverse On rollcall No. 376 had I been present, I ents who are concerned about the via- effects on the economy, such as unem- would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ bility of Social Security. They want ployment, wages, consumer prices, PERSONAL EXPLANATION big ideas and long-term solutions. In- business and manufacturing activity, Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I regret stead, there are solutions right now then the results must be made avail- missing floor votes on Monday, July 22, 2013. and proposals to switch to a chained able to the public. Had I registered my vote, I would have voted: CPI formula to calculate cost-of-living Thousands of workers have been laid ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 375, on Motion to Suspend adjustments for Social Security bene- off. We’ve got to get back to creating the Rules and Pass, as amended, H.R. ficiaries to save money. This would re- jobs in this country, and these two 1542—WMD Intelligence and Information duce benefits and only extend Social bills will do that. Sharing Act of 2013; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 376, on Security solvency for 2 years. f Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as I do not support the use of chained SAFE CLIMATE CAUCUS amended, H. Con. Res. 44—Authorizing the CPI. It reduces the amount of Social (Mr. TONKO asked and was given use of the Capitol Ground for the District of Security checks, but not the rising permission to address the House for 1 cost of health care, water bills, or Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement minute and to revise and extend his re- other fixed costs that seniors continue Torch Run. marks.) f to face. Mr. TONKO. Mr. Speaker, although The importance of Social Security is REMOVAL OF NAME OF MEMBER the House continues to ignore climate evident in the lives of millions of bene- AS COSPONSOR OF H.R. 1213 change, others are busy assessing the ficiaries, including my own father and problems and options to address the Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I grandmother. It’s an earned benefit new situations that this Nation and ask unanimous consent that my name that these hardworking Americans our world will face in a warmer world. be removed as a cosponsor of H.R. 1213. have paid into their entire lives. That’s The United States Global Change Re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there why I have signed on to House Concur- search Program’s draft assessment sug- objection to the request of the gentle- rent Resolution 34 to express my clear gests that we have work to do if we are woman from Illinois? opposition to this misguided reduction to maintain a reliable, modern trans- There was no objection. in benefits. portation system. f But I don’t stand here just to knock The committee’s draft states that sea down ideas. Instead of reducing bene- NO LABELS AND PROBLEM level rise, storm surge, extreme weath- fits through chained CPI, I believe we SOLVERS er events, heat waves, and other mani- should raise the cap on payroll con- festations of climate change are reduc- (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania tributions. Currently, Social Security ing the reliability and the capacity of asked and was given permission to ad- taxes are only collected on the first our transportation system in many dress the House for 1 minute and to re- $113,000 of earnings. By raising the cap, ways. The good news is the negative vise and extend his remarks.) we can extend Social Security solvency impacts can be reduced to rerouting, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. without cutting benefits. mode change, and other adaptive ac- Mr. Speaker, last week a group of more I urge my colleagues to join me in tions if we invest in our transportation than 80 Members of the House and Sen- opposing chained CPI. network. ate unveiled a package of legislative f The States should not have to do this reforms to make government more effi- exercise alone. The Federal Govern- cient, effective, and less wasteful. KEEP COAL AS AN ENERGY RESOURCE ment should lead the effort to deal and The bipartisan group is called ‘‘No resolve climate change. We can im- Labels’’—encompassing Members of (Mrs. CAPITO asked and was given prove our infrastructure, reduce the Congress who have committed to meet permission to address the House for 1 cost of natural disasters, and ensure on a regular basis to find common minute and to revise and extend her re- that our transportation network serves ground among political parties on a marks.) our Nation’s needs well into the future, range of policy issues. Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, this week all while creating jobs. I reach across the aisle on every sin- the House will consider two pieces of Let’s stop denying reality. Let’s ad- gle piece of legislation I introduce. It’s legislation that are vitally important dress climate change. Let’s move our the only way to actually get something to protect the jobs of thousands of Nation and the world forward. done in this town. But this group is West Virginians. f looking to create a larger dialogue I rise as a proud cosponsor of the among Members of Congress from dif- Coal Residuals Reuse and Management RECOGNIZING MAPLE GROVE ferent parties with different philoso- Act and the Energy Consumers Relief BEYOND THE YELLOW RIBBON phies. It’s a constructive group that is Act. (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given looking to advance solutions on a non- The Coal Residuals Reuse and Man- permission to address the House for 1 partisan basis. agement Act will stop the EPA from minute and to revise and extend his re- The package of nine bills they intro- implementing new coal ash regulations marks.) duced last week might not solve all the by empowering the States to create a Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I stand Nation’s problems, but they do dem- permit program that meets their indi- today to commend and to congratulate onstrate how common ground can be vidual needs, while still providing envi- the city of Maple Grove for becoming achieved, how Democrats and Repub- ronmental safeguards. Minnesota’s newest Beyond the Yellow licans can work together as problem- EPA’s proposed regulation on coal Ribbon community. The combined ef- solvers. ash would cost thousands of jobs and forts of Maple Grove, the people and

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Do we really want a govern- tonight on Twitter using #4jobs; and, structure at home in their community. ment to have the authority to record Mr. Speaker, we are hopeful that to- Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is a us anywhere we go during the day or night during this hour, we will con- unique program formed by the Min- during the night? tinue that conversation with our con- nesota National Guard to support the When you go to work, to lunch, to stituents at #4jobs. thousands of servicemembers who have the barber shop, to the airport, to the I have a lot of comments from my served Minnesota since 9/11. It provides movies, to the post office, to the bank- constituents back home that I’m eager resources and training to servicemem- er, to the shopping center, to the car to share as we go through this hour. I bers and their families before, during, repair shop, to business meetings, to want to point out what many of you and after their deployment, helping vacations, the parks, to the pool, to may have already read, and that is them find jobs and integrate back into grandma’s house, to church, to the gro- that the President has stated that he their community. cery, to a friend’s house, to the hos- plans to pivot, once again, back to jobs As a Yellow Ribbon city, Maple pital, et cetera? and the economy. I thought, well, Grove has gone above and beyond in We know by recent experience, abu- that’s great news. That’s what we have been pushing here. Many of you have supporting our troops and delivering a sive government cannot be trusted seen us carrying around our laminated compassionate attitude to the many with dragnet information data files it cards that talk about all of the jobs men and women who serve this great collects on Americans. To me, freedom includes government bills that we’ve passed in this Congress country, ensuring that our military not keeping personal daily logs on indi- and, last, trying to promote economic members, when they come home, they viduals and their activities. None of growth in this country, to help get come all the way home. these activities are the government’s hardworking, taxpaying Americans f business. back to work. b 1915 The Right of Privacy and the Right But I lost my enthusiasm when bur- to be Left Alone include the right to ied in that article was the President’s RELEASE BAHRAINI PRISONERS keep snooping government surveillance statement: White House officials said OF CONSCIENCE out of our lives. three speeches will not offer new pro- (Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia asked and And that’s just the way it is. posals or approaches. was given permission to address the f So we’re going to pivot back to jobs and the economy, but we have no new House for 1 minute and to revise and TROOPS IN AFGHANISTAN extend his remarks.) approaches and we have no new ideas. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speak- (Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois asked That to me is a pivoting of message er, I rise to bring attention to the and was given permission to address and not a pivoting of policy. We are plight of Mahdi Abu Dheeb. Mahdi Abu the House for 1 minute and to revise watching, and all of us have stories of Dheeb is the founder of the Bahrain and extend his remarks.) going back home to our constituents Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Mr. Teachers Association and was arrested and meeting with American families Speaker, as a veteran of Iraq and Af- after taking part in pro-democracy pro- that continue to struggle. The rhetoric ghanistan, I am very concerned about tests in 2011. For this so-called crime, that we all feel is not helping the re- the so-called ‘‘zero option’’ that was he was tortured and sentenced to 5 ality of the situation of the people that floated by the President. years in prison by a military court. we were sent here to represent. Hundreds of thousands have fought We are not losing faith; the American As a member of the Tom Lantos for a victory for the Afghan people; and Human Rights Commission, I call for people are not losing faith because the on the eve of victory for the Afghan President’s message isn’t working. the immediate release of Abu Dheeb people, the President is floating the op- and all of the prisoners of conscience. They are losing faith because his poli- tion of no troops post-2014. I ask, Is the cies aren’t working. I’m the first to say Mahdi Abu Dheeb is a nonviolent activ- Taliban cheering that discussion, or that we’ve got to quit doing a lot of ist imprisoned for his beliefs. His re- are they scared of it? I would say that this pointing fingers, so I’m hopeful lease would send a message that the they are cheering the idea of no U.S. that tonight we can have this con- Bahraini government cares about free- troops. versation, and I have some solutions dom, prosperity, and justice for all of Sixty percent of the Afghan people that I’d like to put out there. You can’t its citizens. are under the age of 20. It is a new soci- criticize without coming behind it and f ety. Mr. Speaker, I am concerned that offering a solution. We’ve continuously THE ALL-SEEING EYE OF GOVERN- we are on the verge of snatching defeat done that in this House and will con- MENT TRACKS CITIZEN MOVE- from the jaws of victory. I would call tinue to do so, Mr. Speaker. MENT THROUGH LICENSE PLATE on the President to announce a smaller I yield to the gentleman from Illi- SURVEILLANCE post-2014 force and send a message to nois. the Taliban that we will not back down Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. I thank (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was and you will never rule Afghanistan the gentlelady from Alabama for orga- given permission to address the House again. nizing this. It is great to be joined with for 1 minute and to revise and extend f you on this very important subject, the his remarks.) idea that over 7.5 percent of our fellow Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, gov- SOLUTIONS FOR OUR COUNTRY neighbors—and by the way, the Presi- ernment agencies have been keeping The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. dent’s own State of Illinois, it’s higher track of Americans’ whereabouts by PERRY). Under the Speaker’s an- than 7.5 percent. If you want to see amassing databases of millions of our nounced policy of January 3, 2013, the what Big Government is going to even- license plates by using license plate gentlewoman from Alabama (Mrs. tually do, just look in my home State. scanners. The information captures ROBY) is recognized for 60 minutes as You’re going to see people that are des- data on movements of innocent Amer- the designee of the majority leader. perately searching for work, that wake ican citizens going about their daily Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I am so up every day just wondering if they are lives. pleased to have the opportunity to- going to get a paycheck. If they have a Unbeknown to Americans, govern- night to be here in this Chamber with job, they’re wondering, Is this the last ment technology records our move- so many of our colleagues, either to day? Am I going to go into work today ment from the time we get in our car discuss solutions—solutions for our and get that pink slip? Am I going to in the morning to every place we stop country, solutions for our economy— go into work today and have to tell my during the day, to the time we drive and I am just going to invite my col- wife or husband or kids that we’re home. Plus, this data can be stored in- leagues to participation in the con- going to have to tighten the belt be- definitely. versation as they see fit. cause dad or mom just lost their job?

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It’s not because it’s flat, al- country, whether it was the inner cit- I wanted to compare some of the though parts of Illinois are very flat. ies of our biggest areas, to people in things that we’ve done with what I am Illinois, in fact, used to be and still rural areas across Colorado and this hearing directly from my constituents. maintains some edge, but used to be Nation, empower them to build the life Tonight, Mr. Speaker, specifically we the powerhouse for manufacturing in that they always wanted to, to pursue wanted to communicate with our con- the country, but we’ve seen the dis- their dreams, to ensure that the Amer- stituents using #4jobs. These are some appearing of manufacturing. And in the ican spirit is alive and well. I think of the comments that we’ve gotten. bipartisan spirit of not trying to point most of us recognize that we do that Chris Ray from Prattville, Alabama too many fingers, I’ll say that’s hap- when we give people the power to do says: pened under all administrations, where that for themselves, to get government No business is going to risk hiring full- we’ve seen manufacturing leave. But out of the way and let America work, time employees like they did in the past be- the one difference between Illinois and to tear down regulations that prevent cause they will have to provide health care due to ObamaCare. Change that and address what we’ve seen, and the States that job creation, to help make sure that surround us, is a big, stifling, bloated, the widening skill gap, and I think busi- access to capital is easier, not more nesses will begin to hire en masse. So it’s a bureaucratic government, a govern- difficult, that energy is more afford- ment that is so big it takes away the regulation problem and an education prob- able and not more costly. And over the lem, in my opinion. opportunity for the free market to past couple of years, we have pursued breathe. That’s from Chris Ray from policies to do just that. Prattville. Mr. Speaker, I understand, and I’ll be In fact, this upcoming week, we will the first to admit that my party, the Well, let’s look at our approach and be voting on legislation to ensure that Republican Party, has not done a great how that matches up with the concerns energy policies don’t drive up the cost job of messaging. I think that’s the un- of our constituents. Instead of pivoting that it takes to power our economy, derstatement of the century. Some- back to no new ideas, because we re- but to ensure we have a safeguard over times we get absorbed in the idea of main focused on jobs and the economy, regulations that cost too much, to numbers, and we talk about what it let’s pivot away from ObamaCare to make sure that the Department of En- means to balance the budget, but we patient-centered health care that actu- ergy is paying attention to what is don’t explain why we want to balance ally improves health care, brings down happening at the EPA in terms of regu- the budget. Our colleagues on the other the cost, takes a market approach to lations. side of the aisle talk about the middle help struggling families, and makes it We’ve passed legislation to make it class and those in lower incomes. harder for small businesses to hire; a My father ran a homeless shelter, easier for people in small dollar health care system that ensures when and he did this for a couple of decades. amounts to loan money to their neigh- you are sick, you and your doctor are I was raised in an environment to un- bors, to their friends, to invest in busi- in the driver’s seat and making the de- derstand conservatism and how that nesses that they’re excited about, to cisions. works with those who are homeless and try to tear down hurdles to invest at And then to address the concerns of down and out. My mom is a public the individual level. You don’t need a Mr. Ray from Prattville, Alabama, schoolteacher. I understand the impor- stockbroker down on Wall Street to about overburdensome regulations, we tance of public education in our soci- figure out how to get involved in the want to pivot again back to all these ety. And I understand that I became a American economy. We’ve passed legis- bills that we have offered that ease Republican because I believe that a kid lation that allows individuals to get in- burdensome regulations so that busi- born in inner-city Chicago just 40 or 50 volved at the very start-up level of nesses are free to expand and invest minutes from my house should have companies, innovators and entre- and hire so more people have good jobs. the same opportunity as a kid born in preneurs around this country. We did it Okay, so what regulations? I can Channahon, Illinois, where I live, or In- because we know there are people who look at any one of you and you could verness, Illinois, a wealthy suburb. have incredible ideas of how to create say, Keystone pipeline, the hindrance They should have every opportunity to opportunity, incredible ideas of how to of allowing that to move forward; re- find personal achievement to get an create new wealth where none existed placement to the health care law. I had education and be successful. before. a bill, the Working Families Flexi- I look forward to having this con- In my district, whether it’s agri- bility Act, that amended part of the versation and talking about the fact culture, whether it’s energy, or wheth- Fair Labor Standards Act, a 70-year- that there is a compassion for those er it’s high tech, entrepreneurs are old restriction that doesn’t allow com- who need help and the fact that too leading this Nation. And I know the pensatory time in lieu of cash pay- many people are out of work today. gentlelady from Alabama and the gen- ments for overtime in the private sec- I know my colleague from Colorado tleman from Illinois have similar expe- tor which would help these very Ameri- (Mr. GARDNER) would like to say some riences. We talk tonight about what we cans that we’re talking about, about things. can do for this country and legislation providing flexibility in the workforce Mr. GARDNER. I thank my colleague that we will be introducing. But we and all of the uncertainty that we see. from Illinois and the gentlelady from will also be talking about the impedi- We have stood on this floor many times Alabama for her leadership and the ments we have to a full, healthy, eco- talking about testimonials that we things we truly need to get under con- nomic recovery, and that’s the Presi- have heard directly from business own- trol in order to build better lives for dent’s plan. ers. our families and families across this While the President talks a lot about Nation. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, for the economy, and I hear that he’s b 1930 the time tonight. I know the gen- going to be talking once again about And it just never ceases to amaze me tleman from Illinois said that his dis- the economy, but, unfortunately, his that we’re having these discussions trict is flat. I think I’ll surprise a lot of actions haven’t matched up and the here. But we’re all about to go home in people when I say that I represent the people in this country are still suf- August, and I would love to hear from second largest geographic area in the fering. even our colleagues on the other side of State of Colorado in Congress and most Mrs. ROBY. Like I mentioned at the the aisle about what they’re hearing of my district is flat as well, so I un- beginning, buried in that article is from their businesses. Do they feel cer- derstand what the gentleman is talking when the President gives these speech- tainty? Do they feel like they can ramp about when he talks about vast areas es over the course of the next few days, things up and hire more people in this of great flat land in the high plains of there will be no new approaches or uncertain environment with all of this Colorado. ideas. I also said that we can’t stand overburdensome regulation that we’re

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And so diculous Federal regulations can be, Some of the rhetoric I’ve heard is the vast majority of Americans can lis- just ask Marty the Magician. This that our party only cares about big ten to this and say, I understand in front-page Washington Post article business, that we only care about the 1 theory what’s being said, but it’s not tells the story about how USDA regu- percent. Recently, we talked about something I necessarily feel. lators required a children’s magician to taking food from the mouths of chil- So let’s try to put this in a way that license his trick rabbit and even com- dren; right? We heard about that. I think a lot of people can relate to. If pile an animal disaster plan to comply Any sane, reasonable person knows you’re looking at buying a house, now, with the Federal mandates. It’s a light- that’s not the case. Any sane, reason- you have a big decision to make. hearted tale, but the rabbit trail of reg- able person knows, look, both sides of You’re ready to buy a new house. ulations Marty was forced to navigate the aisle are very passionate about the You’ve got a family you’re providing illustrates a lesson in one of Washing- future of the country; they want suc- for. You know what your budget is, ton’s bad old habits: the tendency to cess. I think it’s okay to have a con- what you can afford on a mortgage. pile new rules on top of old ones, with versation about how we get there. You know what you can afford for your officials using good intentions and I believe that my colleagues on the property taxes. vague laws to expand the outrage of other side of the aisle want their coun- But let’s say there’s a lot of govern- the total bureaucracy. try to be successful. I think if we can ment uncertainty out there. Let’s say, If you haven’t seen that, I strongly hear that they also agree that we want first off, you may not have a job in 6 encourage you to get online and find a our country to be successful and we months because of this economy. You copy of it. It is a funny story, but it’s can have this conversation, this is so may be saying, Boy, I just don’t know really sad at the same time because it helpful. what my cash flow is going to be like, shows and highlights exactly what Now, let me ask, in that vein, in hav- and I don’t know if it’s going to be you’re talking about for a guy that just ing a fair and honest debate about this, there. let’s see what the President’s plans are. Well, let’s relate that to the bigger wants to pull a rabbit out of a hat for economy. These companies don’t nec- some kids at a birthday party. I mean, we hear constantly more and Mr. GARDNER. I’ve talked to count- essarily know what’s going to be more stimulus spending. Do you realize that the last stimulus brought and put before them by Wash- less individuals, business owners, peo- bill that was really passed at midnight, ington, D.C., what it’s going to cost ple who wanted to start a business, them. that talked about what it took for basically, with a lot of Christmas tree Let’s say your local government was them to get started. Some of them ornaments for everybody to get ‘‘yes’’ threatening to raise property taxes in a maxed out every credit card that they votes, and only about 6 percent of that major way. Well, now that comes into had. They applied for more credit cards actually went to infrastructure, which play. just so they could max out to try to get is the job of the Federal Government in Let’s say there was a threat of losing the business off the ground. the first place; it’s denoted in the Con- your home mortgage interest deduc- Others are looking at it, saying, you stitution. But, you know, interestingly tion, and so, as you put that into play know, I’ve got some great ideas where to me, we spent, in one night, almost and you’re trying to decide ‘‘Do I buy we could grow, we could expand, or I as much money, maybe even more this house?’’ now that’s a threat. could even start my own business, but money, but almost as much money as And you watch the television, and all I can’t do that because we don’t have we had spent in Iraq to that point. over the television the idea is homes the ability or the means to do that. And what did we get for it? What did are collapsing in value. We remember But to your point about the USDA we get for it? We had a promise of un- that from a few years ago. That’s un- requiring a license of somebody’s rab- employment staying low. It didn’t. certainty. That’s the kind of uncer- bit, The Wall Street Journal recently Look, I get it. I believe that the tainty that every day Americans feel, talked about a Competitive Enterprise President, I believe my colleagues on the kind of uncertainty that you wake Institute study estimating that Fed- the other side of the aisle really up sometimes in a cold sweat because eral regulations cost over $1.8 trillion. thought this was going to be the thing you don’t necessarily know what the Now, that’s nearly $15,000 for every that worked. I really believe they be- next month is going to look like. American household, $15,000 that, be- lieved that. But it didn’t. History Well, Mr. Speaker, that’s our point is fore you can start your business, before shows it didn’t. History shows this take that uncertainty that an indi- you do anything else, is already built didn’t work. vidual feels, but now put that on a big- into the cost of doing business. That’s So are we going to really, honestly, ger level of a business owner, a busi- already part of the factor you have to revisit the idea of more and more stim- ness owner who sometimes is the last overcome the regulations. $1.8 trillion, ulus spending again? person to get paid because they sign that’s about the same size as Canada’s Mr. GARDNER. The gentleman everybody else’s paycheck first. GDP, the gross domestic product of brings up a good point. Just one in- And sometimes these small business Canada. stance of stimulus spending in my dis- owners are literally in tears at night. We are regulating this country to the trict where it actually threatens jobs, They’re in bed; they don’t know wheth- size of Canada’s gross domestic prod- and that was a program that came out er they can make payroll. They know uct; and yet we’re hoping to solve our of the BTOP grant program to try to they have 5 or 10 people that are rely- unemployment problem by getting peo- provide broadband to unserved and un- ing on them to provide that paycheck ple to put it all on the line and risk derserved areas across this country, a because they have families, too. That’s their houses, their lives to go out and noble purpose, to try to make sure that a lot of pressure. start something, to go out and take a we’re connected to Internet tech- So we’re not talking about making risk, and yet we have regulations, nologies that we need with high speed, businesses not pay taxes. We’re not $15,000 every household. to make sure we’re able to educate talking about getting rid of all regula- How can we expect this economy to children and a competitive workforce. tions and letting this be the Wild West recover when we have the uncertainty, But, unfortunately, the money that of business, but we’re talking about whether it’s the President’s health care came out of the stimulus actually was creating a level of certainty that these bill, whether it’s uncertainty over en- used to duplicate services by the pri- businesses can plan, and they can begin ergy regulations, coal ash bills that vate sector. In some areas, they actu- to know what they can do and take a we’ll be dealing with this week, or, in- ally overbuilt, 100 percent with govern- deep breath and create jobs. deed, licensing a rabbit at USDA? ment money, services, a fiber-optic

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Well, you know, the regulators, we and undermine them with the free gov- And then we see more government as need a check and a balance on them. ernment money, trying to offer under- a proposal for more jobs, but we see the b 1945 cost services, and yet that’s exactly regulations coming out of this town what happened in the stimulus bill. that are hurting the jobs in my dis- So there’s a thing called the REINS They were already providing the serv- trict. Act, a very simple bill that talks about ice, and yet the government came in Just last week, we learned that some if an agency puts out a regulation and laid a line right next to the line power plants are going to be closing in that’s going to have an impact on this that already existed in there. So that’s western Pennsylvania. These power economy of $100 million or more. And what happened in the stimulus bill. In- plants are not in my district, but you as the gentleman from Colorado said stead of creating jobs, it actually un- know what? There are people who sup- earlier, the SBA, the Small Business dermined our ability to build the pri- port those power plants by providing Administration, has said that the cost vate sector up. things to those power plants. You have of complying with all the regulations And I know the gentlelady from Ala- jobs of truckers, of shippers, miners. in our Federal Register is $1.8 trillion bama has been an incredible leader on More regulations coming out of this across the economy. The REINS Act this. town by these Federal elites doesn’t says if you have $100 million or more in Mrs. ROBY. Well, I just was think- help jobs. I’m glad that we’re going to a regulation that’s going to go on the ing, while we were talking about this, pivot to jobs. economy, it comes back to the Con- part of the President’s criticism in this I’ve talked about how you get jobs gress for a vote. We get to take ac- article that came out is about Repub- going in this country for quite a long countability there. licans’ approach to just slashing spend- time now, and I’ve stumbled on to And so we get to assess whether the ing. three Rs. You remember the three Rs cost benefit is going to be good for this If any of us cannot recognize that we from going to school. economy and good for the American are spending well beyond our means— Well, the three Rs, I think the num- people. Otherwise, the out-of-control we have $17 trillion in debt and our 4th ber one R, or the first R is ‘‘repeal.’’ government is going to continue to year with over $1 trillion deficit. My Repeal ObamaCare. choke our communities and our busi- kids, Margaret and George, are the rea- The administration acknowledged, I nesses. And what happens? Middle class son that I’m here. Why I’m fighting is think, the problems with this bill by jobs are lost. Power plant workers. You for that generation that’s going to coming out with a unilateral action can’t replace jobs like that. carry this burden after we’re all gone. just a couple of weeks ago, saying, Mr. GARDNER. To the gentleman And for us to not first admit that we Don’t worry, big business; you don’t from Pennsylvania, I would just point have a problem as we move toward have to comply for another year with out that this is not a radical Repub- finding solutions and admitting that the mandates here; but the everyday lican idea. The idea behind the REINS we are spending well beyond our folks, you still have to comply. Act is actually something that’s em- means, that we do have to rein in So this House, last week, took an ac- braced across many States in the coun- spending, that we have to change the tion to provide some relief there. We’ll try right now. In Colorado, we have approach, that’s when we see our econ- give the President the authority that what’s called the rule review bill. When omy improve. That’s when we see hard- he assumed unilaterally, but it needs an agency, whether it’s the Depart- working American taxpaying families to come from this House, and it’s ment of Health, whether it’s the De- begin to be able to pick up and make called the rule of law, that the Presi- partment of Agriculture, issues a new that investment that you mentioned dent—it’s our authority to give that regulation, it actually comes to the into the business so that they can be waiver. State legislature for a vote by the the job creators. And so we passed a bill last week to State legislature. The State senate and So this is great if the President say, You know what? Take another the State house get to vote up on or wants to talk about this again because year. And to the individuals who are down on whether or not that regulation I see, for my kids’ future, that this is going to be struggling, give them the is in the best interest of the people of how we’re going to get this country same break, too. Colorado, if it complies with the will of back on track. Mr. GARDNER. The gentleman from the legislature and the executive Mr. ROTHFUS. It’s a pleasure to join Pennsylvania, I think you make some branch is carrying it out in the right this conversation. I thank the gentle- great points, and I just am reminded of way. lady from Alabama for starting it. the businesses that I’ve talked to in So the REINS Act that you point out And we’ve heard this phrase for years my district, from employers who are is not some crazy idea. It’s actually now, ‘‘pivot to jobs.’’ And, frankly, I’m concerned they may have to reduce something that’s in use right now to new here. I’ve been here a little over 6 hours of their workforce, or employees protect our economy from overreach. months, maybe 7 months, and I’ve been who’ve already had their hours re- Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Let me looking at it from the outside, and I duced. add to that. I want to briefly remind haven’t seen that pivot to jobs. And I don’t want to interrupt your people about the State of Illinois. I’m And sometimes folks hear that comments, but I think you are point- so proud of the people of the State of phrase in Washington, D.C., and they ing out how this is actually hurting the Illinois. I love my State. I’ve lived think ‘‘pivot to jobs.’’ Well, what they economy. So, as the President pivots to there most of my life, except my time really mean is pivot to government, jobs, perhaps he should pivot away in the military. But let’s look at that and that’s certainly what we’ve seen. from the bad policies that are driving approach. Every time they think they’re going to this economy downward. That approach has been a regulatory do something to help the job market, Mr. ROTHFUS. When you look at the approach. That’s been a big govern- they pivot to more and more govern- regulatory framework that we have, ment approach. In fact, you look at, ment. this House is soon to consider a bill again, the south part of Chicago, and Remember when they passed the known as the REINS Act. It’s a very you see I think it was like nine people health care bill, it was suggested that simple bill. It basically says to the killed just in this last weekend. It’s this is going to be a job creator. Well, agencies that are staffed by bureau- unreal. That’s more than you will find it really hasn’t been, and we’re talking crats, not by individuals who are elect- killed in a day in Afghanistan. And to businesses time and again who are ed, who are accountable—the people in this is an American city. not hiring people. this House are accountable. We stand How is the best way to fix that? It’s I had a great conversation with for election every 2 years. We get a per- to pull people out of poverty. Illinois somebody in my district, a very tough formance review every 2 years. I tell has a big government. Illinois has very

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Instead, they’re having to in south Chicago is an opportunity to how we’re going to create jobs in this compete with all of the Federal em- go out, work hard, earn a living, and an country. ployees that are put in place to imple- opportunity to get ahead. That’s what Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. I think ment these laws. Employers are going this is about. the great point on that is why do we to go out to hire somebody just to This is about how do we give every- want to lower the tax rate, right? Is it come into compliance with the laws. body the opportunity that all of us because we want to protect the 1 per- Now I hear from our bankers back in speaking on the floor of the House of cent? I’ve heard that a thousand times. our State—and you’ve probably heard Representatives have, who have all the And I’ll be honest, I probably haven’t this one—that not only is the regulator different backgrounds that we’ve got, been the best at coming back at that showing up, but the regulator is now whether it was from our parents or our and explaining why we want to lower showing up with a lawyer as well. So education or from whatever it was. the Tax Code and why we want a fair the bank has to go get their lawyer How do we ensure that we replicate Tax Code for everybody—a tax that there because they’re not going to find that? people pay what they need to pay to themselves in a position to not be duly Mr. ROTHFUS. The good news is that the government, they aren’t over- represented at a time when there’s a we can do that. If we empower our charged, but then people aren’t also al- Federal regulator in their office. This communities, empower individuals, lowed to get away with being under- is just costing businesses more and and empower families, we can do that. charged. more dollars. The solutions are not inside this Belt- It’s because on an individual level Mr. ROTHFUS. It’s not just costing way. They’re out there. And Wash- you literally have mothers filling their businesses. Again, for the mom who’s ington needs to get out of the way so vans up with gasoline, buying gro- sitting at that kitchen table. that people can take their own initia- ceries, and not able to afford to feed Mrs. ROBY. It’s passed off to me, the tive and build those real economies out their children because the government, consumer. there. in some cases, takes a third of what Mr. ROTHFUS. You think of the The third R I talked about—we’ve these single mothers make. They just mom who no longer has the free check- got repeal ObamaCare and replace it take it. And then we see people that ing. They’re paying the monthly bills. with commonsense, patient-centered can get away with all the loopholes in They’re looking at that utility bill. reform that gets care to people. The the system. They hire enough account- The electric bill is coming in. And re- second R is the REINS Act. Stop the ants and they don’t pay that percent. member when the President in 2008 said overregulating. And thirdly, reform. So let’s make it fair for everybody. that electricity rates are necessarily Reform our Tax Code. We have the Mrs. ROBY. But we got ourselves in going to skyrocket with his plan? Well, highest corporate tax rate in the world, that trouble, as far as the government there’s the mom who’s going through the highest business taxes in the world. goes. We can’t point fingers at some- the monthly bills, wondering how she’s This is a world economy. Ninety-five body that is smart and figures out how going to make ends meet. And all of a percent of the consumers in the world to do it. What we do is fix the problem, sudden there’s another $5 or $10 or are outside our borders. We need to be which is the underlying code, by mak- whatever the charge is going to be for competing for the world’s capital to ing it fairer and flatter. losing the free checking. That’s real come here to invest in our commu- I’ll just say, we were saying earlier, money. And then she goes to the gas nities. Mr. Speaker, that we’ve been commu- tank and all of a sudden prices are I was talking with a business in my nicating tonight with our constituents going up at the gas tank again. An- district that is a subsidiary. They have at #4Jobs. Just some of the things that other $10 there, $10 for the checking. a foreign owner. But they were trying I’m hearing go directly to this point. That’s $20 right there. And it grows and to convince the foreign owner to invest Josh from Troy says: it grows and it grows. in our country, which would be a good Throw out the Tax Code. Mrs. ROBY. Then she goes to the gro- thing because that’s going to mean cery store and she sees that the cost of more jobs. The parent company said, I just want to highlight that the peo- milk is higher because the cost of gaso- You’re just not competitive right now. ple that we’re hearing from, Mr. Speak- line is higher. I’m that mom that puts And that’s a lost opportunity. er, are saying exactly what our frustra- gas in her car and goes to the grocery Our corporate tax rate is 35 percent. tions are on this floor, as the President store. And you can see the net effect And do the corporations really pay tells us to pivot back to jobs and the that this has on the individual. So that? Our Tax Code is so riddled with economy. you’re absolutely right. It’s not just loopholes and picking the winners and James from Dothan, Alabama, says: the businesses. The businesses then the losers, rather than having a com- Taking out ObamaCare will help free em- have to turn around and pass that cost petitive, fair playing field. We have to ployers to hire full-time employees, which on to the consumer. move to have the most competitive tax our economy really needs. We have solutions for these prob- system in the world. Sara from Dothan: lems—real commonsensical solutions Mr. GARDNER. I was speaking to a Health care is the biggest problem. Em- that we have put forth and put forth business in my district several months ployers are afraid to hire until they know and put forth, reducing the regulatory ago, and they had a conversation with the whole deal. environment, a health care solution somebody who isn’t interested in re- We’ve talked about that in your that works, that allows for individuals ducing the burden on American fami- three R’s, the repeal and the replace to make those decisions between them- lies by making common sense out of being the first, about this uncertainty selves and their doctor, an all-of-the- our Tax Code, creating a flatter, fairer not just in the regulatory environment above energy plan that is actually put tax system. This is a manufacturing that businesses have to deal with, or, into practice here in the House of Rep- business in Colorado. They were talk- with the Tax Code, which is the point resentatives instead of being that cam- ing about what their tax rate is and you were all just making, but also in paign rhetoric. We really have dem- that they have looked at every way, how these laws are going to be imple- onstrated our belief in our approach to every provision, every code possible to mented. We’ve passed these gargantuan an all-of-the-above energy plan. try to figure out how to lower that bills. We don’t know what’s in them. Speaking of energy, thanks for join- rate, and they can’t go any further. And they get passed. And now the un- ing us. They’re still in the lower thirties. certainty associated with it. Mr. GRIFFITH of Virginia. Glad to The response they got from a legis- How many people have you talked to be with you this evening. lator was, Well, you just need to hire a have had to hire a new person just to I thought it was interesting. You just new accountant. Instead of actually come into compliance with what they raised the issue where the President

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This year we’ve been from Alabama is leading, if you’re in- trade system, electricity rates would nec- over $4. Right now, today, it’s at $3.83. terested in engaging in this conversa- essarily skyrocket. Even regardless of what I This year we’ve been over $4. tion around the country, wherever you say about whether coal is good or bad be- cause I’m capping greenhouse gases, coal b 2000 are over the next days, weeks, months, as we talk about the economy, and be- power plants, you know, natural gas, you So what we’re doing is we’re passing yond then, sending a tweet with the name it, whatever the plants were, whatever these costs on. We’re taking our jobs the industry was, they would have to retrofit #4jobs in terms of engaging in this con- and we’re shipping them overseas. And their operations. That will cost money. versation. But you talked about what I know you all have heard this before, And you know what he said next? Ex- we can do. What we can do right now— but Mr. Speaker, I want everybody in actly what you’ve been talking about. and the gentleman from Virginia the country to know that we send these That they, talking about those plants knows very well—it is energy. jobs overseas. They’re making the that would have to retrofit, will pass We’ve talked to people about a manu- goods that we used to make in this that money on to consumers. facturing renaissance in this country. country; they’re getting the money But it’s not just the higher cost to There are articles in the paper about that we used to have in this country the consumers, the moms and dads businesses that were located in Ger- for our jobs, our employees. And ac- that are going out there shopping, try- many that are looking to relocate into cording to a NASA study, it takes 10 ing to make ends meet, trying to look the United States. A company we at their grocery bill getting bigger, days for the air from the middle of the Gobi Desert—that’s in central China— talked to said the cost of energy in their gas bill getting bigger, et cetera, India is four times what they were pay- et cetera, but it’s also the impact on to get to the Eastern Shore of my be- loved Virginia. The air is coming back ing here. the families. Because no matter what Traveling to my district, the over here. they say about we can do this with jobs So what we need to be doing is we Niobrara Formation, Eastern Plains, and we can create jobs, that’s not been need to be looking for things that re- Western Slope, the energy that we can the case, particularly in my district, solve this issue of the pollutions and so create there that’s allowing this to which is a natural gas and coal-pro- forth on a global basis, and we don’t happen. Whether it’s coal, whether it’s ducing district. need to be killing jobs in the United natural gas, whether it’s renewable en- I was at a Remote Area Medical pro- States of America while we look for ergy in my district, we have incredible gram this weekend in my district. Sen- those solutions. We need to make sure opportunities to create these kinds of ator KAINE was there. I was doing in- we’re encouraging those jobs in the jobs that we know will put food on peo- take and helping folks get those docu- United States of America. ple’s plates around the table, that will ments filled out. One of the people that Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. That was actually allow people to go on vaca- came through was there because she very well said. Wouldn’t it be nice if we tion, to afford to put gas in the car, to needed some help, her husband needed could just all have conversations like find a better way for their families. some help, and her daughter needed that all the time? I mean, look, there So these are the kinds of jobs with some help. Her husband lost his job in are people that really believe that coal this revolution that we can continue to the mine. This is happening all across is bad. I disagree, I disagree vehe- foster, but we have to have a President my district, all through central Appa- mently. They believe it. And I’m sure that doesn’t just pivot to jobs once in lachia. They’re laying off people. Every my friend from Virginia would love to a while, but is committed to a long- month, we’re losing more and more debate them, and debate them respect- term, healthy economy that gets the jobs. A lot of folks don’t know that fully. I remember hearing rhetoric regulatory mess out of the way, that those jobs are bringing in money to the about our party supporting black lungs provides certainty. community and that these are big-pay- and that rhetoric that’s meant to fuel I talked to a restaurant owner in my ing jobs. The estimate is somewhere instability and anger and division. district. He owns three different bagel between $75,000 and $95,000 dollars a That’s what’s disappointing to me. shops. He’s actually going to have to year. That’s what these jobs bring into Mr. Speaker, as I look to the Presi- sell one of them. He’s worried because the community. dent to lead this country, I want to he doesn’t know how he’s going to be So here’s a lady that needs help be- look at a man who—of his past and who able to comply with the new health cause they’ve lost their job because of he is is a very dynamic person. He care plan. That’s not the kind of cer- the policies of the administration that came from some very tough cir- tainty that we’re looking for. have killed those jobs. But as the gen- cumstances to become President of the So don’t stop what’s going good in tleman previously stated, it’s not just United States. I wish he would say this country—the manufacturing ren- the jobs in the coal mines, it’s not just that, you know what, my job is to lead aissance, energy development, oppor- the coal operators. It’s the people that this conversation about jobs and the tunity—and let’s fix what’s not going sell the cars to the people who used to economy. My job is to lead this con- great; let’s fix what’s going wrong in work in the mine. It’s the people who versation. Look, we tried stimulus this country. sell the mine safety equipment to the spending. I really thought it would Mrs. ROBY. I wanted to share a few people who run the mines and work in work, but it didn’t. Some Republicans, numbers with you. the mines. It’s the people who haul the why don’t you come to the White Since the President took office in coal. It’s the people who work for the House. Why don’t you have a conversa- January 2009, the U–6 unemployment train companies that haul the coal. tion with me. I haven’t been invited to rate has remained stuck at 14 percent. And it’s the cost of making goods in the White House in years. Why don’t That’s workers that are stuck in part- the United States of America, where you come to the White House, and let’s time jobs, or they just have dropped those costs are going up and up and up have a conversation. Maybe we’re not out of the workforce altogether. Dur- compared to other parts of the world. going to find any agreement, but at ing that same time we’ve watched, as I In fact, there’s an article just re- least we can respect each other’s opin- mentioned earlier, the national debt go cently that says that Southeast Asia, ions and say what do we need to do to from $9.8 trillion to $16.9 trillion; and even though natural gas is available to get this economy back on track. Why according to Gallup, 17.3 percent of that Asian market, is choosing coal is it that over 7 percent of our neigh- Americans consider themselves under- over and over again because per Btu, bors don’t have jobs? Many more than employed, which goes to your point. it’s better for them to use coal. And a that are underemployed in jobs they The President also promised 1 mil- lot of times people talk about the low don’t want. Why is that? What can we lion new manufacturing jobs by the end cost of natural gas in this country. I do to come together? of 2016, but factory employment has

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:43 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.041 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4848 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 continued to fall in 2013, where 4.3 mil- down or to kowtow to a certain ele- anchor this CBC Special Order where, lion Americans have been out of work ment of an agenda. It’s actually to for the next 60 minutes, the members for 6 weeks or more. The point is that move the country forward by doing the of the Congressional Black Caucus will we started this hour talking about The right thing. have an opportunity to speak directly Washington Post article where the Mr. GRIFFITH of Virginia. I believe to the American people on the impor- President came out and said that he is if we use our energy sources—which I tant issue of race in America. Where do going to pivot back to jobs and the believe can be a bipartisan issue and it we go from here? economy; and to the gentleman from is in my part of the world in central The events of the last several weeks Colorado’s point, he should have never Appalachia—but if we use our energy have startled many throughout this left the issue of jobs and the economy. resources, I am convinced that the country; most recently, the verdict Here in the House, our majority has United States of America can remain down in Florida where Mr. Zimmerman been working tirelessly, as the gen- the number one economic Nation in the was acquitted and the result that tleman from Illinois said, to bring the world well into the next century—rec- shocked many all across this country, other side and say look, we have these ognizing we’ve just started this one— a verdict that was viewed by many as commonsense solutions. This is about well into the next century. But we unjust. my kids and yours. This is about the have to make sure that Washington A few weeks prior to that, the Su- future of this country. And we have an doesn’t get in the way and completely preme Court struck down an important opportunity as leaders here in Wash- stop that economic engine. provision of the Voting Rights Act, an ington representing all of the people Mrs. ROBY. Well, I just want to act that had been the most effective that we do back home—and a responsi- thank all of my colleagues, Mr. Speak- piece of civil rights legislation in this bility at that—to do all that we can to er, for joining us to talk about these country which has helped to bring our get the Federal Government out of the important issues. democracy to life and is designed to way so that people like your con- As we will hear from the President in make sure that all Americans, regard- stituent back home in Colorado with his next three speeches about pivoting less of race, have an opportunity to the bagel stores can open another bagel back to jobs and the economy, we here participate in our democracy in a in the House remain focused on jobs store instead of having to worry about meaningful way. and the economy for all Americans closing. The debate over the farm bill that Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Let me families. But we are also remaining fo- has left many people troubled by the just add really briefly to that. cused on an all-of-the-above energy ap- fact that the SNAP program, in an un- You talk about our ideas and the fact proach; repealing ObamaCare so that I precedented fashion, was left out; and that, you know, look, the President can make those decisions with my doc- if we don’t come to an agreement here, tor about what’s best for me; a fairer, can—the REINS Act, for instance, that our failure to step up and help those simpler Tax Code that we know will makes sense, some of those things. who are hungry will disproportionately help all Americans. We’ve got to ease I make a promise here today: if the have an effect on many in the African burdens and regulations so that busi- President comes to the Republicans American community. nesses can create more jobs instead of and says, give me some ideas, and we These are just some of the recent having to worry about the ones that give him ideas and he takes them, I events that have come together to put will not go out and say that is a vic- they’re going to lose. This is about making life work for us in a position where, as the President tory for Republicans. has recently indicated, it’s time for us So let’s get the partisanship out of Americans. This is about easing the pain that so many Americans are feel- to have a meaningful conversation on this and say it’s time to not be Repub- race—a direct conversation, a forth- licans or Democrats about this; it’s ing because of this bloated government that refuses to, first and foremost, right conversation, an honest conversa- time to be Americans. Look, Mr. admit that we have a spending prob- tion. That’s why the members of the Speaker, I would say that the Presi- lem. Congressional Black Caucus are here dent has made, in his mind, a valiant This is about refocusing our efforts today. attempt to save the economy. Unfortu- here in the House and making sure We have made tremendous progress nately, I hate to say it, it hasn’t that we are remembering the people in America. We’ve come a long way in worked. So come to us. Let us give you that sent us here, the families that this great country, but we certainly some ideas. And if you adopt our ideas, we’ve talked about tonight that we still have a ways to go. The road to I—I personally—promise that I will not want to ensure that government is not equality is still under construction, go out and say that the Republican hurting, but government is getting out and we’re here today to try and lay out Party just rolled the President, or we of the way so that they can thrive in a roadmap for how we can get closer to just rolled the Democrats, or anything these United States of America. a more perfect union here in America. like that. I will say America just won With that, Mr. Speaker, I yield back I’m pleased today that we’ve been because we’ve worked together to get the balance of my time. joined by the chairwoman of the Con- some big things done. gressional Black Caucus, the distin- f Mr. GARDNER. That’s exactly, at guished gentlelady from Ohio (Ms. this time, what this country needs. I’m CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FUDGE), who has been such a tremen- working, in a bipartisan fashion, with a The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under dous, eloquent, forceful leader in her Democrat from Vermont, PETER the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- position as chair of the CBC. WELCH, on an energy-efficiency meas- uary 3, 2013, the gentleman from New I yield to the gentlewoman from ure. The President has also talked York (Mr. JEFFRIES) is recognized for Ohio. about this kind of approach, using per- 60 minutes as the designee of the mi- Ms. FUDGE. I thank the gentleman formance contracts to create jobs, nority leader. for yielding. lower the amount of energy consumed GENERAL LEAVE I want to thank you, Congressman by the United States Government—the Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, I ask JEFFRIES, for leading the Congressional largest economy consumer in the coun- unanimous consent that all Members Black Caucus Special Order hour on try. But we do it without government may have 5 legislative days in which to this very important topic tonight, a mandates; we do it without govern- revise and extend their remarks and in- topic that has once again captured na- ment subsidies. But we’re doing some- clude extraneous materials into the tional attention and sparked a dialogue thing that’s going to create private RECORD on the subject of this Special in communities across this Nation. sector jobs, save the taxpayer dollars, Order. On Friday, President Obama helped and use less energy at the Federal The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there provide context to the emotion Ameri- level. The President’s doing this. We’re objection to the request of the gen- cans—and particularly African Amer- doing this here. tleman from New York? ican men—have had around the tragedy These are the kinds of opportunities There was no objection. of Trayvon Martin. Over the weekend, we have to work together that are cre- Mr. JEFFRIES. Mr. Speaker, it is my people of all ages and races gathered at ating jobs, And they’re not to bow honor and my privilege once again to Federal Government buildings in their

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But tonight, I country even better, in the quest to- the things that you do is try to stop it want to broaden this conversation on ward a more perfect Union. from spreading and find out what do race and justice in America. I want to I am pleased that we’ve been joined these areas have in common. talk about how the emotion and dis- by the distinguished gentleman from First of all, why is it that members content we are seeing from the average New York, the lion of Lenox Avenue, a of the Congressional Black Caucus community and people of other races in legendary Member of this great institu- have more of these than other Members this country is about much more than tion, Congressman CHARLES RANGEL. in the Congress? We don’t want to talk the Zimmerman verdict. (Mr. RANGEL asked and was given about color. Color is not an issue, Much of the emotion we are seeing is permission to revise and extend his re- right? Right. in response to the continual attack on marks.) But are we talking about the poorest the rights and the closing of doors to Mr. RANGEL. Let me thank my communities that we have in the opportunity for millions of individuals friend and colleague from the great United States of America? Well, what’s in this country. I’m not just talking Borough of Brooklyn, city of New that got to do with it? Are we talking about African Americans tonight. I’m York, and my colleagues, for coming about communities that have the talking about people who come from down to the floor. lousiest education system in the Mr. Speaker, when we started the poor families, who are trying to find United States of America? Congressional Black Caucus in 1971, I their way out of a cycle of poverty. I’m RANGEL, I don’t see why you are guess most people said: Why do you talking about students who are doing bringing that up. Are we talking about need a Black Caucus? Thirteen of you all they can to pay for school, but who sick people physically, where they have of color have been able to break the mental problems they call them crazy have to choose between being in the walls of racism and discrimination to instead of disoriented? classroom or paying back loans that reach the Halls of the United States RANGEL, you’re going way off now. are becoming a source of profit for the Congress. Obviously, you don’t have to Are we talking about legislation that government to help decrease the def- say that you’re Black. actually, in an investment of the icit. What we tried to do then, and I guess United States, less money goes into b 2015 we are still involved in that struggle, is these communities than communities I’m talking about thousands of stu- to try to make certain that there’s ab- solutely no need for any group of peo- of wealth? dents from Historically Black Colleges Listen, you put all this together, and Universities who had to leave ple to have to identify themselves for protection and for aggressiveness on RANGEL, that doesn’t explain why peo- school because of changes to loans ple shoot each other. their parents took out to help them get programs because of their color. I tell the gentleman from New Well, I don’t know why people shoot an education. These changes were made York—I guess you were about born each other, but I know one thing: Who without any consideration of how they when we started the Caucus—I wish by doesn’t shoot each other? Our young would hurt these young people. I’m the time you got here and you were kids that are inspired. They’ve got edu- talking about tonight, Mr. Speaker, looking for the Congressional Black cation. They’ve got families. They’ve immigrants of Hispanic, African, Caucus, I would be able to say: got a country that’s the wind behind Asian, and European descent who are Hakeem, that’s all over. That’s when their wings that want to make a con- working in this Nation but have no we were not treated as full Americans. tribution to this great country. They rights. I’m talking about people in That’s ancient times, the same way I can walk anywhere, talk anywhere, communities across this Nation who had thought that poll taxes and things and nobody is going to be following must now fight harder to have their of that nature that the late—my prede- them talking about, ‘‘You look like voices heard in our democracy because cessor—Adam Clayton Powell had been someone that may hurt somebody.’’ others will use subversive, and now able to overcome. Now, we can’t solve the problem un- permissible, tactics to make it harder So now comes the question where less we talk about it. If you are talking to vote. people feel so awkward to say race was about Hurricane Sandy, if you are talk- And, yes, to the Supreme Court of a factor in the killing of young Mr. ing about fires, if you are talking the United States, this is still a prob- Martin. Why would they feel so awk- about disasters, why can’t we talk lem. You see, what we are experiencing ward? It is so easy to understand if two about this? This is costing America and talking about right now is not just people have a problem, one was mind- human beings. It is costing lives. It is about Zimmerman. It is not just about ing his business, the other was stalking costing money. It is costing us embar- race in America. It is about a system him, one had a gun and the other ended rassment. that should be just in creating and pro- up dead, and he had already described We are losing in terms of having tecting the conditions for everyone to to the police who he was following and stronger productivity. We are losing in succeed, but instead it continues to it was a person of color. I don’t think terms of competition. It is not just the favor some over others. I’ve heard anyone challenge if the col- communities and their families that Since its inception in 1971, the Con- ors were reversed it wouldn’t take all are losing. America is losing, the same gressional Black Caucus has stood of the weeks, days and weeks that it way we would not hesitate to reach out against injustice in our society so that took just to arrest somebody. to any village or any town or any State inequity in treatment and opportunity The reason that we are asking for the that has any type of an epidemic. under the law comes to an end so that Justice Department to examine this is So don’t just look at the color. Look all people are treated equally. Today, because the Justice Department has at the economic circumstances that we continue that fight and ask Amer- been successful in examining a whole are in the community that has it. If ica to join with us, not so that one lot of criminal activity where the local you want, you might want to look up group of any particular race can win, community somehow didn’t see it. And and see what Member of Congress rep- but so that, in the end, we all win. George, as the family in Sanford calls resents this. Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- him, obviously was a part of that fam- They say that sometimes we look to guished chair of the CBC. ily. I would think anybody would like cut our districts. Well, take a look. We Our objective here today, as part of somebody that’s not a part of that fam- didn’t look to cut our districts. Our our mission in the Congress, is really ily to go in and see what happened to districts looked for us to represent just to make sure that all Americans, Trayvon. them. The day we become color blind is regardless of skin color, have access to But having said that, if you want to the day the Constitution should say we the American Dream, have an oppor- know where do we go from here, we walked out of this body.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:43 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.045 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4850 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 Our job here is to give this Congress ability to address all of these problems, idea of incarceration. Incarceration is sight. ‘‘Color’’ isn’t a dirty word. It but there are some in this country that not an equal opportunity punishment. could be one of the most beautiful criticize those of us who raise problems For example, incarceration rates in words that we have in the United of injustice in America by immediately the United States by race were as fol- States of America. Different colors, pointing out that in inner cities all lows: 2,468 per 100,000 are Black; 1,038 different cultures, different languages, across this country—in Brooklyn, in per 100,000 are Latinos; 409 per 100,000 different ways that we can enjoy being Harlem, in Houston, in Chicago— are White. The United States locks up with each other, learning from each there’s Black-on-Black violence. We its Black males at a rate 5.8 times other. understand that it is our children who higher than what previously has been So if we have a problem in Chicago, are dying. That is why the CBC, this known as one of the more racist coun- in Dallas, in Harlem, let’s share that Friday, will be in Chicago convening a tries in the world, which is South Afri- problem. Whenever there is a problem summit to discuss the problem of vio- ca. Under apartheid in 1993, Black anyplace in these great United States, lence in the inner city communities in males were only 851 per 100,000. In 2006, that all of us can come together and places like Chicago, Illinois. But that Black males were 4,789. try to bring people up so that this doesn’t mean we turn a blind eye to in- I would say to my colleagues and to country doesn’t have to take a back justices that exist in other parts of the the Speaker and to my colleagues here: seat to anybody when it comes to say- system. What are we to think when the scales ing: This is the land of the free; this is We are pleased that we’ve been joined of justice are unequally balanced? the home of the brave. And when you by the distinguished gentlelady from As my friends have said, it is the shoot someone down, you don’t have to Houston, Texas, who has been working pain that we felt at the loss of Trayvon look at the color of the victim or the hard on this issue, on many issues of Martin and the simplicity of an arrest perpetrator, justice shall rein and dis- concern and injustice here in America. and then ultimately, with a Sanford crimination and color shall not be a So let me now yield to Representative jury in a State trial, that we could not cause for lack of justice. SHEILA JACKSON LEE. even find with much evidence to prove Let me thank my gentleman from Ms. JACKSON LEE. Let me thank that there was not enough com- Brooklyn for giving us this oppor- the distinguished gentleman from New monality of cultural connection and tunity. We’ve taken a death. I was with York and let me thank our chair- that they could not see that something the family this weekend. The mother person, the Honorable MARCIA FUDGE, should have valued the loss of an inno- said she lost her son but will dedicate and all my colleagues that are on the cent child who simply was walking to her life to make certain she does all floor tonight to accept the challenge get home. that she can so that no mother and fa- that has been given over the airways Maybe it is the words of Frederick ther would lose their son. She didn’t by many people. Douglass that he said on April 16, 1883: say ‘‘Black’’; she didn’t say ‘‘White.’’ I want to thank Mr. JEFFRIES for It is a real calamity in this country for The President said that you have to pointing out—as I stand here as a any man, guilty or not guilty, to be accused walk in his shoes. Anybody that’s a fa- mother, I would make the argument of of a crime. We are all upset when that hap- ther that loses a teenage son, the more a son, of a Black son. I can affirm that pens—guilty or not guilty, perpetrator or that son looks like you, the more pain not—but it is an incomparably greater ca- any child’s life is of great value. In lamity for any colored man to be so accused. that you suffered. fact, we spent the weekend in Houston Justice is often painted with bandaged eyes. I am about to take my seat, but I was reaffirming the value of a child’s life. She is described in forensic eloquence as ut- just reminded when I went to Korea I want to cite and compliment Bishop terly blind to wealth or poverty, high or low, and we were going up the lines, we saw James Dixon and Pastor Kirbyjon White or Black; but a mass of iron, however all kinds of dead people: South Kore- Caldwell, Pastors Henderson and Nash thick, could never blind American justice ans, communist Koreans, North Kore- and Lawson and many other pastors when a Black man happens to be on trial. ans, and our colleagues that were that were there, who obviously joined I would say to my colleagues that White soldiers that had died before we with so many, including my colleague that is something we have to move be- got there. But my colleague from who is here on the floor of the House, yond in America. Brooklyn, before we got up to the lines, Congressman AL GREEN. I heard noth- In an E.J. Dionne article, he said: two trucks, the catafalios flew off them ing but an affirmation of the value of The dignity and grace of Trayvon Martin’s because of the speed that they were life. family should inspire all of us to keep our driving, and in those cars were Black I’m delighted as a lawyer and as a eyes on the future. We should not blind our- dead soldiers in our uniform cross- legislator that you reaffirm that Afri- selves either to the persistence of racism or length, like they were logs on the way can Americans do not coddle crime of to our triumphs in pushing it back. to grave registration. I don’t have to any kind, a crime that happens to be It does not help when those who are tell you we felt a lot different in look- between two African Americans or, in not like those of us who are on the ing at those people who looked exactly essence, two Caucasians. It is noted, if floor—members of the Congressional like us. my facts are correct, that 84 percent of Black Caucus—want to push back and Thank you so much for this oppor- the crimes perpetrated on White Amer- call those of us who raise questions of tunity. icans are done by White Americans. justice—which, by the way, if you im- Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- pact and correct the criminal justice guished gentleman from New York for b 2030 system, you’re going to impact Whites his very insightful, passionate, and Eighty six percent of the crimes done and Latinos, and you’re going to im- wonderful remarks as they relate to on Black persons, on Black Americans, pact African Americans. If you address the situation that we in America find are done by Black people. the question of mandatory minimums, ourselves in today, the way forward, as It might be that it speaks again to if you address the question of rehabili- well as an understanding of why we the isolated, segregated neighborhoods tation funding, if you address the ques- have arrived in this position. that we travel in, but the one thing, tion of providing housing and oppor- Before I turn the floor over to the Mr. Speaker, that is unique is that you tunity for work for those who have distinguished gentlelady from Texas, I can count on the fact that those Afri- come out of prison—no matter from just want to thank the Congressman can Americans who perpetrated crimes where they come out, the Federal sys- from Harlem for mentioning the fact are incarcerated over and over again at tem or, in fact, the State system—you that we here in America do have a ca- a higher number than any other popu- make it better for all. But every time pacity, I think, to address multiple lation in this Nation. we raise the question of improving problems at the same time. We can Their lives, the premise of much of issues of justice, we get called or get multitask. what we are discussing tonight—and I labeled as being racist. It’s wrong when a child is killed in would hope that as I finish that it will So I want to say to America and to the inner city. It’s wrong when a child also be a pleading that we have a dis- our friends: Can we not be called is killed, 17 years old, walking home cussion on race. Let me just cite these ‘‘Americans’’? Because that is what the down in Sanford, Florida. We have an numbers since I started out with the Congressional Black Caucus stands for.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:43 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.047 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4851 In 1997, John Hope Franklin finished others—our chairwoman and ELEANOR committee on race and said that Amer- a report that called itself ‘‘One Amer- HOLMES NORTON. What a vast diversity ica’s greatest promise is in her diver- ica in the 21st Century: Forging a New of individuals who rose to honor sity. Future.’’ I will read one sentence: Madiba, Nelson Mandela. I call upon my colleagues, my friends America’s greatest promise in the 21st cen- Nelson Mandela said something that in Texas, my friends in my district: tury—which we’re in right now—lies in our should be potent as we look to fix the let’s sit down at the table of harmony. ability to harness the strength of our racial inequity of self-defense laws, as many Let’s talk about race as we embrace diversity. of us look at racial profiling, which ex- each other and love each other, because We have not done that, and that is ists extensively in this country, as evi- that’s what America is all about. why the Congressional Black Caucus is denced by the heinous crime that gen- Thank you to the Congressional Black here on the floor of the House to be erated the hate crimes legislation in Caucus for its vision and its leadership. able to accept the challenge that the our State of Texas—the killing of Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- President made as he indicated to James Byrd, an individual who was dis- guished gentlelady from Texas for her America, unabashedly and without membered, who was an African Amer- very thoughtful and eloquent remarks. We in the CBC simply want a justice fear: that it’s not only that Trayvon ican male who was minding his busi- system that is color blind. That should may have been my son, but that he ness while walking along a lonely rural be our goal, our objective, our mission may have been me. road. Another man was killed in Mis- here in America. We can’t have a set of The President said something very sissippi, who just came to a hotel and laws unequally applied—over-enforced powerful. He said that we must, all of went out to his car, and was killed with one group that looks a certain us—Members of Congress and Gov- tragically just because of who he was. ernors and pastors and plain civilians way and under-enforced with another The numbers of cases that we’ve had group that looks a different way. and young people—do some soul are that impact that we have not yet searching, and that we must as fami- That’s not the type of America we understood—the greatness of America. want. lies and churches and workplaces find So we’ve got to change stand-your- the possibility of being a little bit One of the reasons so many folks ground laws, and I intend to introduce were troubled with the verdict down in more honest and at least ask yourself that legislation this week. I look for Florida was that it appeared that the your own questions: Am I ringing as bipartisan support because, as Senator stand-your-ground defense seemed much bias out of myself as I can? Am MCCAIN said, maybe we need to look available for a self-appointed vigilante I judging people as much as I can based and to review federally what stand- who shot down a 17-year-old in cold not on the color of their skin but on your-ground laws are doing, not the blood but, apparently, was not avail- the content of their character? That, I Castle laws, but the extension of those able for a battered woman who simply would think, would be an appropriate that then carry this power out into the fired a warning shot against someone exercise in the wake of this tragedy. public where you do not have to re- who had had a history of abusing her. So tonight, Mr. Speaker, in joining treat. We just want a set of laws equally ap- with my colleagues, I’m going to stand But I read these words of Mandela’s. plied to everybody. unabashedly and ask for that kind of They say: We are pleased that the distinguished discussion. I want it for those who were Our struggle has reached a decisive mo- gentlelady from New York—my neigh- standing on the street corners yester- bor back at home—who has been a day in Houston, Texas, shouting out ment. We call on people to be able to inten- sify the struggle on all fronts. fighter for justice here in the Congress that people were racist because they over the last 6-plus years, has joined were concerned about a court decision He had another quote that I’d like to read: us. Let me now yield to Representative that they didn’t think was fair. I am YVETTE CLARKE. concerned that all of those people who Honor comes when you pursue and are de- termined in your struggle. Ms. CLARKE. Mr. Speaker, let me were marching would be labeled across thank the gentleman from Brooklyn, America, in all the cities in which they He mentioned the fact that, even my closest colleague in the New York were—peacefully without arrest or in- with humiliation, even with insults State delegation—both of our districts cident—as ‘‘un-American.’’ That’s and even with defeat, if you continue being in the borough of Brooklyn—for when we have to ring, if you will, our in your struggle, then there is honor leading us in this Special Order hour souls and find that we take from it the due. today: Race in America—where do we bias that we might perceive to be Let me thank Mr. JEFFRIES for lay- go from here? blocking us from understanding the ing out the opportunity for the Con- For more than a year, many people richness of our diversity. gressional Black Caucus to answer the have tried to give voice to Trayvon So I would argue that we are blessed question: the road to equality is under Martin and to present his perspective because we have Asians, blessed be- construction. Also, let me thank him into the debate concerning the injus- cause we have White people, blessed be- for allowing us to rise to the floor. tice of the criminal justice system in cause we have Latinos, blessed because I go to my seat by saying that equal- Black males. With his remarks on Fri- we have African Americans, blessed be- ity will come when school districts like day, President Obama provided cause of the diversity in sexual ori- North Forest Independent School Dis- Trayvon Martin a voice. By sharing his entation, blessed because we have peo- trict will not be destroyed and closed experiences, he offered America a per- ple who are short and tall, blessed be- in Houston, Texas, when we raise up spective on the experiences of other Af- cause we have people who are wealthy education; equality will come when we rican American men, women, boys, and and middle class, and blessed because focus on ridding this Nation of poverty girls, and he gave voice to millions of as a Congress we can work on those by making sure that we have the kind Americans who felt the pain of the who are impoverished, and we can stop of economic programs; and equality Martin-Fulton Family as their own. the devastation of the SNAP and pro- will come when we recognize that jus- When President Obama introduced vide the opportunity for those individ- tice should roll down on all of us, and racial profiling into the conversation, uals who are impoverished to do better. that we address the question of the he held up a mirror to the faces of all Finally, let me say this. This past criminalization of African American of us as Americans—to a truth that week, we honored an icon who moved males and others so that justice is some commentators have tried to ig- me because of the diversity of those equally applied but, as the individuals nore and that many more are in deep who were honoring—from Senator COR- return and have done their time, that denial of—for, despite the promises of NYN from my State and Senator they will come to a place that is wel- equality in the Declaration of Inde- MCCONNELL, organized by MAXINE coming so that they can serve their pendence and the Constitution, our WATERS and ERIC CANTOR, the Speaker Nation. practices have been inadequate to our of the House of Representatives, Sen- For that reason, I yield back my ideals. Our beliefs, the best traditions ator DURBIN, and on and on and on, time with a great hope of the same of our Nation, have not become a re- Leader PELOSI and CLYBURN and message that came in the treatise by ality for millions of Americans of Afri- HOYER—and I’m sure I’ve missed many John Hope Franklin. He chaired the can descent. The tragic death of our

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It is a clear violation of civil We’ve been joined by a classmate of profiling—in violation of our laws and rights and civil liberties of African mine, the distinguished gentleman our morals. American and Latino men. from New Jersey, Representative DON- The lives of Black men and women So where do we going from here? ALD PAYNE, not only one of the sharp- are not accorded the same value as the Well, members of the Congressional est dressed Members of Congress, but lives of White Americans. This is the Black Caucus have introduced and he’s got one of the sharpest minds. And reality for far too many Black Ameri- sponsored legislation on racial so I’m pleased to yield to him such cans. Compounding the 21st century’s profiling, and that will represent a time as he may consume. divisive racial tone is the reality of comprehensive Federal commitment to Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, let me knowing that our lives have been de- healing the rift caused by racial thank the gentleman from New York. valued, our exercise of the liberties to profiling and restoring public con- It is really an honor and a privilege to which Americans have been entitled fidence in the criminal justice system stand here with him as one of the have been devalued and diminished, at large. freshmen Members in the 113th Con- such as the right to vote. With millions I want to encourage my colleagues to gress to discuss an issue that has of Americans, I was deeply dis- take a look at this legislation, because plagued this Nation for centuries. appointed with the Supreme Court’s this is where the conversation can I am here tonight to talk to you begin, and this is where the healing decision to prevent the enforcement of about an issue that has interested me should start. This can be done through the Voting Rights Act. We cannot for- for most of my life, and it is the issue the changing of policies and procedures get that prior to the enactment of vot- around people having respect for one underlying the practice of racial ing rights that democracy did not exist another, irrespective of their racial profiling and through, like the Presi- in many parts of the Nation, with the makeup. dent said, working with the State and deliberate denial of the right to vote to I grew up in Newark, New Jersey, local governments on training that Black people. which is a town, the largest city in the helps enforcement officials become State of New Jersey, with many sub- b 2045 more aware of potential racial and eth- urbs surrounding that metropolis, and Mr. Speaker, while the Supreme nic bias. our travels in and out of those commu- I urge my colleagues to go back to Court’s recent decision and the nities were fraught at some times with their districts and to hold town hall Trayvon Martin case are crucial to this peril for young men. So that was 40 meetings and discussions on race. conversation, they cannot fully address years ago. the problem of racial inequality with- Speak to your constituents. Speak to But fast-forward to the past 18 your families and friends. Have con- out a discussion of racial profiling, the months, and what do we have? We have versations at home and in your neigh- structural discrimination of our judi- the same situation still before us. A cial system, the disintegration of the borhoods. We must not sit back and watch the young boy armed with a bag of candy educational system, and the lack of progress gained by those who came be- and a drink is profiled and followed. jobs and economic opportunity, espe- fore us who worked diligently and The car follows him, and then the indi- cially for the African American com- often made the ultimate sacrifice for vidual gets out of the car and follows munity. freedom and the rights that we all the young man on foot. Tonight I want to just quickly hit on enjoy today, we cannot permit their Now, at 17, I wonder how I would the issue of racial profiling and our jus- sacrifices to be forgotten or erased have felt if a car had followed me, a tice system. In a June 2013 report from from history. Today we must take a grown man gets out of the car and con- the ACLU, ‘‘The War on Marijuana in stand against further racial injustice of tinues to follow me. It is a situation Black and White’’ demonstrated that all kinds. Enough is enough. that I have thought about over the past even as rates of marijuana usage be- You know, it’s ironic, because when I 18 months because of my triplet chil- tween Blacks and Whites are com- think about my age and having come of dren. Two are boys who just turned 15, parable, Blacks are nearly four times age in the 1970s in the United States of so they’re right around Trayvon Mar- more likely to be arrested for mari- America, there was just a lot more op- tin’s age. And I wonder: Have I taught juana possession. timism about us becoming a more per- them enough to be safe? Will they find In my district in Brooklyn, and all fect Union. And to arrive in the House themselves in this position? over New York City, African American of Representatives in the 21st century And on hearing the outcome of the young men are harassed simply be- and see the type of digression that is verdict that Saturday evening, one of cause of the color of their skin. The ex- taking place in our Nation, to know my young sons texted his mother to cessive use of Stop-and-Frisk, known that my nephews that are millennials say what had happened and why had in New York City as the Stop-and- are going through some of the same that happened, because we taught them Frisk program, it has been proven that issues that young men in the 1950s and in this Nation that justice prevails. this program disproportionately tar- 1960s were facing in a desegregated Na- And how the victim becomes the guilty gets African Americans and Latinos, tion is extraordinarily painful. party in a situation like this I still these two groups comprising 87 percent We are an enlightened civil society, cannot understand, because it became of all stops while only about 50 percent and we have an obligation to do what about who and what this young man of the City’s population. we can to make sure that all Ameri- was and what he had done and what he According to the New York City Civil cans are worthy of all that this Nation had been doing rather than the perpe- Liberties Union, the number of stops of has to offer. And that means that we trator following him. young Black men neared the entire have to have an honest conversation I was fortunate to be in New York population of young Black men, 133,119, about the inequities, the racial injus- during the time of the 100 rallies across as compared to 158,406 in the popu- tices that continue to persist. While the Nation in finding justice for lation in the year 2012. That means not as blatant as they were in the 1950s Trayvon Martin. I proudly stood with that there were some young men that and sixties, they still fester and con- Trayvon Martin’s mother on Saturday, were getting stopped more than once tinue to be a blight on a Nation that is a dignified woman. Commissioner Kelly increased the poised for greatness. In all of this crisis and sorrow there number of stops 600 percent since 2002 Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- must be in her heart, she’s remained a when he became Commissioner, reach- guished gentlelady from New York. dignified individual and only asked for ing a peak of almost 700,000 stops in the The conversation on race is not an justice for her son; not that people year 2011. easy one, but certainly is a necessary should act out in a manner in which

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He was the one being profiled. for another Special Order, and thank the CBC for all of its efforts, like the When did he lose the right to defend you for bringing this issue of race in efforts that will take place in Chicago himself? America before the American public and across the country. We are in a difficult time here in this tonight, because racism in America is Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- country, but it seems like we always so pervasive in so many aspects of our guished gentlelady for those very pow- get to this point at some time and we lives. Its impact, of course, was most erful remarks and observations. start the conversation, but we never recently and painfully felt in the kill- I now yield to the distinguished gen- finish it. We need to have an open dis- ing of young Trayvon Martin, as we’ve tleman from Houston, Texas, a fighter cussion about the conditions that we spoken about this evening, and of for civil rights and equality prior to ar- find ourselves in as Americans, all of course the insensitivity, the slow, the riving in the Congress and during his us. We need to understand both sides of poor, and the racially influenced re- tenure here in this great institution, the issue, all sides of the issue so we sponse of the justice system to his Representative AL GREEN. can move forward with this great ex- death. Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. I thank you very much for the opportunity to periment called the United States of b 2100 America. speak. I do want your constituents to It is the greatest Nation in the world, Our prayers, our thoughts, and our know that you have been an awesome it is true, and many come here to live support are with his parents and loved Congressperson from the awesome the American Dream. Many nations ones, and all of our families who face Eighth District. And if they are as emulate the United States. But we the same fears for their children. proud of you as I am, you shall have an have a long way to go in this Nation as But I want to speak just briefly opportunity to continue to serve them. well. The injustices that we’re facing about how race in America affects I wish you much success in Congress. are widespread and threaten some of health care of African Americans, I would like to thank the President the most fundamental rights of this Latinos, and other people of color. Ac- of the United States of America for his country. cording to the U.S. Commission on comments on this issue of Blacks—es- So I ask my colleagues, let’s have Civil Rights, despite the existence of pecially Black males—in America. I be- that discussion. I ask the citizens of civil rights legislation, equal treat- lieve that the President understands the United States, let’s have that dis- ment and equal access are not a reality that although the arc of the moral uni- cussion so we can form that more per- for racial-ethnic minorities and women verse is long, it bends toward justice. fect Union. in the current climate of the health But it doesn’t bend toward justice I have had situations in my life care industry. Many barriers limit both without some assistance. It doesn’t where I’ve found myself not in the the quality of care and utilization for have the kinetic energy to do so with- exact situation of Trayvon Martin, but these groups, including discrimination. out some help from mortals. I think issues of racism that were perpetrated Just in the last National Health Care the President went a long way toward on me. But I’m not bitter towards an Disparities Report of 2012, it reported bending the arc of the moral universe entire population. Those were individ- that Blacks received worse care than toward justice with his comments as uals. We have to come to grips with Whites, and Hispanics received worse they relate to the plight of African prejudging people in this country. care than non-Hispanic Whites for American males. I’m grateful and I’m And I’d just like to end with some- about 40 percent of quality measures. thankful. thing Dr. King said: American Indians and Alaskan Natives, With reference to the Trayvon Mar- worse care than Whites for one-third of In the end, we will not remember the words tin trial, we live in a world where it’s of our enemies, but the silence of our friends. quality measures. Asians received not enough for things to be right. They worse care than Whites for about one- must also look right. And it doesn’t And my father, the late Congressman quarter of quality measures. And it look right when a 17-year-old boy Donald Payne, who was a great teach- goes on and on and on. leaves home to go to the store, and on er, humanitarian, and felt all people But just to be very brief, I want to his way back home, unarmed, encoun- deserved the right to freedom, justice, just show you one example of how rac- ters a person with a firearm, is killed— and equality, taught me a poem very ism affects health care of African and it is done so with impunity. It may early on in my life, and I will end with Americans and Latinos. Because I be right, but it does not look right. that. It said: think this is a stark example of how it And because it doesn’t look right, we Whether you have blonde fleecy locks or happened. have to understand that although you black complexion, This is an emergency mortality rate. It cannot forfeit nature’s claim; can have a fair trial, you may not have Skin may differ in black and white, It’s a study done by a doctor not too justice as the outcome. But it is all just the same. far from here. You can see that wheth- I believe that this trial was fair to Were I so tall as to reach the poles, er they’re insured or uninsured, Afri- Mr. Zimmerman. I don’t believe it was Or span the oceans with my hands; can Americans and Latinos arriving at fair to Trayvon Martin. And I don’t be- I must be measured by my soul, an emergency room with the exact lieve that we can say that this was a The mind is the standard of a man. same injuries are more likely to die. In just decision. Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank Congressman fact, when compared with an uninsured Now there are people who would dif- PAYNE for those very eloquent remarks White patient, Black patients with fer with me and say that you shouldn’t and for noting the conversation that he equivalent injuries but without insur- say this. Many of these same people had with his young son, conversations ance had a 78 percent higher risk of would say that O.J. Simpson had a fair that have been taking place in the dying; uninsured Hispanics, a 130 per- trial but that he didn’t get a just ver- aftermath of this verdict in households cent higher risk of dying. So even if dict from that court. And the same all across this country, with parents Trayvon Martin had lived, you wonder people who don’t want me—us—to pro- and their young sons and daughters what would have happened if he had ar- test, you have to understand that if it trying to make sense of an inexplicable rived at the emergency room. was right for the farmers to come here verdict in the eyes of many. And so I just wanted to add the im- in their tractors and protest the condi- Mr. Speaker, how much time do we pact of racism in American, which con- tions related to farming, then it’s right have remaining in this Special Order? tinues to this day, and how it affects for me to protest. If it was right for the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- the health care and the lives of African veterans after World War I to come up tleman has 10 minutes remaining. Americans and Latinos. The Affordable here and set up a tent city in protest,

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Mr. Speaker, the shooting support their right to protest. right now with voting. Because in my death of Trayvon Martin and subsequent ac- If you think it’s wrong for me to pro- own State of Texas, there’s been so quittal of his killer by an all white jury is an test, then you’ve got to change the many laws that have been enacted, echo of this nation’s past that the African- First Amendment to the Constitution laws that have attempted to be enacted American community is shocked to experience of the United States of America. We that would scale back many of the in the 21st century. It harkens back to the have the right. We must exercise the gains that African Americans have words of interposition and nullification, waking right because an injustice has taken made when it comes to exercising our the ghosts of Emmet Till and Schwerner, place. suffrage—discriminatory practices that Chaney and Goodman. Because time is short, and there is at I didn’t grow up with when I was a It is simply the nightmare of every parent of least one other speaker, I want to men- young man but that many people that an African-American male. Anyone who lacks tion this as my closing remark. There’s were before me had to deal with and empathy for Trayvon’s parents or who has something bigger than Trayvon Martin thought that we had made the never experienced the indignity of being held and Mr. Zimmerman that’s taking progress. suspect due to his race should take careful place in this country, indeed, in the And so at some other point in time I note of what this trial will mean for the nation. world. There is something bigger than do want to continue to talk about this. That issue brings the CBC to the House floor us as individuals and individual cases. Because whether it’s Trayvon Martin, this evening: Where do we go from here. . . . J. Patrick Kinney has appropriately whether it’s over-enforcement of Afri- This weekend, tens-of-thousands across the put this together. He has a poem styled can Americans and the dispropor- country rallied for the cause of justice for ‘‘The Cold Within’’ that addresses tionate number of African Americans Trayvon Martin. These crowds included people something that we have to confront— that end up as part of the criminal jus- from across all ages and racial lines. Fol- this coldness that’s so pervasive. This tice system, or protecting our Voting lowing King’s path of nonviolence protest, they is his poem: Rights Act, we need to talk about it asked for simple justice. Here in Congress, we have been advised that the Department of Six humans trapped by happenstance more because I, too, believe that we Justice has an open and active investigation in bleak and bitter cold. can do better as a country and a Na- to determine whether Federal charges will be Each one possessed a stick of wood, tion. or so the story’s told. I want to thank you for holding this filed in the case. Notably, two African-Amer- Their dying fire in need of logs, hour and also everybody in the Black ican men, Attorney General Eric Holder and the first man held his back caucus that talked about this very im- President Barack Obama, have sought to as- for of the faces round the fire sure all Americans that justice will be served he noticed one was Black. portant topic this evening. Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- in the case. The next man looking ’cross the way Some have tried to criticize the President guished gentleman from Texas. We’ve saw one not of his church and Attorney General for their comments, say- come a long way in America. But we, of and couldn’t bring himself to give ing that they are politicizing the case or the fire his stick of birch. course, still have a ways to go. grandstanding for the black community. I The third one sat in tattered clothes. I yield back the balance of my time. would disagree. Their comments were meas- He gave his coat a hitch. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. ured and to the point, seeking to reassure a Why should his log be put to use Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate the 150th anni- nation transfixed by the powerful images at- to warm the idle rich? versary of the Emancipation Proclamation and The rich man just sat back and thought tached to the incident and trial. of the wealth he had in store the 50th anniversary of the historic March on The more interesting point is how a nation, and how to keep what he had earned Washington, a new fight for the preservation led by two such powerful men, can still hold from the lazy shiftless poor. of equal protection and justice under the law young black men as a suspect class. When The Black man’s face bespoke revenge has emerged. you look at the stop & frisk number in New as the fire passed from his sight. Just last month, the United States Supreme York, there really is no serious question about For all he saw in his stick of wood Court overturned a critical component of the was a chance to spite the White. whether racial profiling is a reality in America. decades-old Voting Rights Act, effectively ex- When I introduced data collection legislation The last man of this forlorn group posing millions of Americans to discriminatory did nought except for gain. during the 105th Congress, the phenomenon Giving only to those who gave voting practices. Our inability to protect Amer- of driving while black was well known in the was how he played the game. ican citizens from discrimination while exer- African-American and Latino communities. Their logs held tight in death’s still hands cising the right to vote brings into question our However, some commentators still tried to was proof of human sin. ability to implement other aspects of the law deny the credibility of people who came for- They didn’t die from the cold without, without regard to race. ward to tell stories about their treatment by the they died from the cold within. In fact, there is significant evidence that we police. But as the litigation mounted and data Mr. JEFFRIES. I thank the distin- have much more work to do to create a non- was collected, it became obvious that the na- guished gentleman from Texas. discriminatory justice system. The recent court tion had a serious problem with the use of We, unfortunately, are approaching decision involving Trayvon Martin’s death is race by law enforcement. These attitudes, the close of this Special Order. To close the latest injustice suggestive of discrimination however, were not a product of policing, but us out in the remaining time we have throughout this system, which is further exem- rather a product of society. No matter who is Representative MARC VEASEY from Dal- plified by the harrowing statistics as they per- in the White House, it seems that race never las, who’s done a tremendous job as a tain to minorities. For example, African Ameri- takes a holiday. Member of this freshman class. cans account for only thirteen percent of the So, where do we go? At the official policy Mr. VEASEY. Thank you, Congress- U.S. population, yet they represent more than level, we can address the suspect use of race man JEFFRIES. I appreciate you letting 28 percent of all arrests. Further, while more by law enforcement through legislation. This me talk about this very important than half of all the individuals on death row week, I will re-introduce the End Racial topic because we need to talk more are people of color, 42% are African Amer- Profiling Act. Based upon the work around that about equality and have a conversation ican. legislation, by September 11, 2001, there was on race and injustice in this country. Mr. Speaker, we must reflect on our values significant empirical evidence and wide agree- I really liked a lot what Representa- and determine what kind of future we would ment among Americans, including President tive CLARKE, your colleague from New like to see for our children. Do we want to Bush and Attorney General John Ashcroft, that York, said when she talked about the leave behind a divided nation where the rule racial profiling was a tragic fact of life in the over-enforcement of African American of law applies only to select groups of individ- minority community and that the Federal gov- males, particularly when it comes to uals? Or do we want to live in a nation united ernment should take action to end the prac- stop and frisk, and other Members that under equal opportunity and justice for each tice.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:08 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K22JY7.053 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4855 Moreover, many in the law enforcement REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- Transmittal of D.C. ACT 20-111, ‘‘YMCA community have acknowledged that singling VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF Community Investment Initiative Real out people for heightened scrutiny based on H.R. 2397, DEPARTMENT OF DE- Property Tax Exemption Temporary Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on Oversight and their race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin FENSE APPROPRIATIONS ACT, Government Reform. had eroded the trust in law enforcement nec- 2014; AND PROVIDING FOR CON- 2293. A letter from the Director, Council of essary to appropriately serve and protect our SIDERATION OF H.R. 2610, TRANS- the District of Columbia, transmitting communities. PORTATION, HOUSING AND Transmittal of D.C. ACT 20-110, ‘‘Better URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND RE- Prices, Better Quality, Better Choices for The End Racial Profiling Act is designed to LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- Health Coverage Temporary Amendment Act eliminate the well documented problem of ra- TIONS ACT, 2014 of 2013’’; to the Committee on Oversight and cial, ethnic, religious, and national origin Government Reform. profiling. First, the bill provides a prohibition on Mr. NUGENT, from the Committee 2294. A letter from the Chairman, Council racial profiling, enforceable by declaratory or on Rules, submitted a privileged report of the District of Columbia, transmitting Transmittal of D.C. ACT 20-109, ‘‘Heat Wave injunctive relief. Second, the bill mandates that (Rept. No. 113–170) on the resolution (H. Res. 312) providing for consideration of Safety Temporary Amendment Act of 2013’’; training on racial profiling issues as part of to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- Federal law enforcement training, the collec- the bill (H.R. 2397) making appropria- ment Reform. tion of data on all routine or spontaneous in- tions for the Department of Defense for 2295. A letter from the Chairman, Council vestigatory activities that is to be submitted the fiscal year ending September 30, of the District of Columbia, transmitting through a standardized form to the Depart- 2014, and for other purposes; and pro- Transmittal of D.C. ACT 20-107, ‘‘Extension of Time to Dispose of Justice Park Property ment of Justice. viding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2610) making appropriations for Temporary Approval Act of 2013’’; to the Third, the Justice Department is authorized Committee on Oversight and Government the Departments of Transportation, Reform. to provide grants for the development and im- and Housing and Urban Development, plementation of best policing practices, such 2296. A letter from the Chairman, Council and related agencies for the fiscal year of the District of Columbia, transmitting as early warning systems, technology integra- ending September 30, 2014, and for Transmittal of D.C. ACT 20-108, ‘‘Foster tion, and other management protocols that dis- other purposes, which was referred to Youth Transit Subsidy Temporary Amend- courage profiling. Finally, the Attorney General the House Calendar and ordered to be ment Act of 2013’’; to the Committee on is required to provide periodic reports to as- printed. Oversight and Government Reform. sess the nature of any ongoing discriminatory 2297. A letter from the Principal Deputy profiling practices. f Assistant Attorney General, Department of LEAVE OF ABSENCE Justice, transmitting the Annual Report to We should be clear, however, that legisla- Congress on the implementation, enforce- tion, like ERPA, can only go so far. After all, By unanimous consent, leave of ab- ment, and prosecution of registration re- Trayvon’s killer was not a sworn law enforce- sence was granted to: quirements under Section 635 of the Adam ment officer. Consider legislation the starting Mr. CULBERSON (at the request of Mr. Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Pub. L. 109-248)(AWA); to the Com- point for societal change. His death dem- CANTOR) for today on account of ill- mittee on the Judiciary. onstrates that racial profiling remains a divi- ness. 2298. A letter from the Attorney Advisor, sive issue that strikes at the very foundation of f Department of Homeland Security, transmit- our democracy. Though not the result of a law ting the Department’s final rule — Special enforcement encounter, the issues of race and ADJOURNMENT Local Regulations for summer events; Cap- reasonable suspicion of criminal conduct in Mr. NUGENT. Mr. Speaker, I move tain of the Port Lake Michigan Zone [Docket this case were so closely linked in the minds that the House do now adjourn. No.: USCG-2013-0327] (RIN: 1625-AA08) re- The motion was agreed to; accord- ceived July 2, 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. of the public that his death cannot be sepa- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- rated from the law enforcement profiling de- ingly (at 10 p.m.), under its previous tation and Infrastructure. bate. order, the House adjourned until to- 2299. A letter from the Attorney Advisor, morrow, Tuesday, July 23, 2013, at 10 Ultimately, Trayvon Martin is one of too Department of Homeland Security, transmit- a.m. for morning-hour debate. ting the Department’s final rule — Safety many individuals across the country who have Zone; Private Party fireworks; Lake Michi- f been victimized by a perception of criminality, gan, Chicago, IL [Docket No.: USCG-2013- simply because of their race, ethnicity, religion EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, 0462] (RIN: 1625-AA00) received July 2, 2013, or national origin. These individuals are denied ETC. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- the basic respect and equal treatment that is mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive the right of every American. Until we address ture. communications were taken from the those broadly held views through important 2300. A letter from the Attorney Advisor, Speaker’s table and referred as follows: Department of Homeland Security, transmit- dialogues like this one, too many parents will ting the Department’s final rule — Safety anxiously await the safe return home of their 2288. A letter from the Acting Under Sec- retary, Department of Defense, transmitting Zone; Fifth Coast Guard District Fireworks sons. authorization of 10 officers to wear the au- Display, Currituck Sound; Corolla, NC thorized insignia of the grade rear admiral [Docket Number: USCG-2013-0421] (RIN: 1625- f (lower half); to the Committee on Armed AA00) received July 2, 2013, pursuant to 5 Services. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. RECESS 2289. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- ment of Health and Human Services, trans- 2301. A letter from the Chief, Publications mitting the Department’s report entitled, and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Service, transmitting the Service’s final rule ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair ‘‘Report to Congress on Head Start Moni- toring for Fiscal Year 2010’’; to the Com- — Croatian Per Se Corporation [Notice 2013- declares the House in recess subject to mittee on Education and the Workforce. 44] received July 2, 2013, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the call of the Chair. 2290. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Ways and fice of Workers’ Compensation Programs, Means. Accordingly (at 9 o’clock and 12 min- 2302. A letter from the Chief, Publications Department of Labor, transmitting annual utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue report on Operations of the Office of Work- Service, transmitting the Service’s final rule ers’ Compensation Programs for Fiscal Year — Eligibility for Minimum Essential Cov- f 2011; to the Committee on Education and the erage for Purposes of the Premium Tax Cred- Workforce. it [Notice 2013-41] received July 2, 2013, pur- 2291. A letter from the Director, Defense b 2158 suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting mittee on Ways and Means. Transmittal No. 13-30, Notice of Proposed AFTER RECESS Issuance of Letter of Offer and Acceptance, f pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Ex- The recess having expired, the House REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON port Control Act, as amended; to the Com- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS was called to order by the Speaker pro mittee on Foreign Affairs. tempore (Mr. WOODALL) at 9 o’clock 2292. A letter from the Chairman, Council Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of and 58 minutes p.m. of the District of Columbia, transmitting committees were delivered to the Clerk

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:46 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0636 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY7.022 H22JYPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H4856 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 22, 2013 for printing and reference to the proper titles were introduced and severally re- the Patient Protection and Affordable Care calendar, as follows: ferred, as follows: Act upon a certification that a program to Mr. SHUSTER: Committee on Transpor- verify household income and other qualifica- By Mr. ISSA (for himself and Ms. CHU): tions for such subsidies is operational, and tation and Infrastructure. H.R. 2353. A bill to H.R. 2766. A bill to make improvements to for other purposes; to the Committee on En- amend title 23, United States Code, with re- the transitional program for covered busi- ergy and Commerce, and in addition to the spect to the operation of vehicles on certain ness method patents, and for other purposes; Committee on Ways and Means, for a period Wisconsin highways, and for other purposes to the Committee on the Judiciary. to be subsequently determined by the Speak- (Rept. 113–162). Referred to the Committee of By Mr. GARRETT (for himself, Mr. er, in each case for consideration of such pro- the Whole House on the state of the Union. HENSARLING, Mr. NEUGEBAUER, Mrs. Mr. SHUSTER: Committee on Transpor- visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the CAPITO, and Mr. MCHENRY): committee concerned. tation and Infrastructure. House Concurrent H.R. 2767. A bill to protect American tax- Resolution 44. Resolution authorizing the By Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois (for payers and homeowners by creating a sus- himself, Mr. GOODLATTE, Mr. PETER- use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of tainable housing finance system for the 21st Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforce- SON, Mr. HUDSON, Mr. LAMALFA, Mr. century; to the Committee on Financial CRAWFORD, Mr. RIBBLE, Mr. AUSTIN ment Torch Run (Rept. 113–163). Referred to Services, and in addition to the Committee the House Calendar. SCOTT of Georgia, Mrs. ROBY, Mr. on Ways and Means, for a period to be subse- NEUGEBAUER, Mr. VALADAO, Mr. COL- Mr. UPTON: Committee on Energy and quently determined by the Speaker, in each Commerce. H.R. 1582. A bill to protect con- LINS of New York, Mr. GIBBS, Mr. case for consideration of such provisions as ROGERS of Alabama, Mr. YOHO, Mr. sumers by prohibiting the Administrator of fall within the jurisdiction of the committee the Environmental Protection Agency from SCHRADER, Mr. KING of Iowa, Mr. concerned. promulgating as final certain energy-related BISHOP of Georgia, Mr. ENYART, Mrs. By Mr. ROSKAM: rules that are estimated to cost more than $1 HARTZLER, Mr. MCINTYRE, Mr. H.R. 2768. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- billion and will cause significant adverse ef- DESJARLAIS, Mr. FINCHER, Mr. CON- enue Code of 1986 to clarify that a duty of the fects to the economy; with an amendment AWAY, and Mr. THOMPSON of Mis- Commissioner of Internal Revenue is to en- (Rept. 113–164). Referred to the Committee of sissippi): sure that Internal Revenue Service employ- the whole House on the state of the Union. H.R. 2776. A bill to establish a regulatory Mr. SMITH of Texas: Committee on ees are familiar with and act in accord with review process for rules that the Adminis- Science, Space, and Technology. H.R. 1422. A certain taxpayer rights; to the Committee on trator of the Environmental Protection bill to amend the Environmental Research, Ways and Means. Agency plans to propose, and for other pur- Development, and Demonstration Authoriza- By Mr. ROSKAM: poses; to the Committee on Agriculture. tion Act of 1978 to provide for Scientific Ad- H.R. 2769. A bill to impose a moratorium By Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas (for him- visory Board member qualifications, public on conferences held by the Internal Revenue self and Mr. WOLF): participation, and for other purposes; with Service; to the Committee on Ways and H.R. 2777. A bill to amend title 10, United an amendment (Rept. 113–165). Referred to Means. States Code, to authorize the Secretaries of the Committee of the Whole House on the By Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California the military departments to suspend the pay state of the Union. (for himself, Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. RAN- and allowances of a member of the Armed Mr. HASTINGS of Washington: Committee GEL, Mr. NADLER, Mr. BISHOP of New Forces who is held in confinement pending on Natural Resources. H.R. 412. A bill to York, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. GRI- trial by court-martial or by civil authority amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to JALVA, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. LEE of for any sex-related offense or capital offense; designate segments of the mainstem of the California, Ms. NORTON, Mr. SCOTT of to the Committee on Armed Services. Nashua River and its tributaries in the Com- Virginia, Mr. CARTWRIGHT, Mr. By Mr. KINGSTON (for himself, Mr. monwealth of Massachusetts for study for HUFFMAN, Mr. HINOJOSA, and Mr. WESTMORELAND, Mr. POSEY, Mr. potential addition to the National Wild and LOEBSACK): PITTS, Mr. BRADY of Texas, Mrs. Scenic Rivers System, and for other pur- H.R. 2770. A bill to provide subsidized em- BACHMANN, Mr. SALMON, Mr. FLORES, poses; with an amendment (Rept. 113–166). ployment for unemployed, low-income Mr. GOHMERT, Mr. BARTON, Mr. Referred to the Committee of the Whole adults, provide summer employment and WALBERG, Mr. BROOKS of Alabama, House on the state of the Union. year-round employment opportunities for and Mr. BROUN of Georgia): Mr. HASTINGS of Washington: Committee low-income youth, and carry out work-re- H.R. 2778. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- on Natural Resources. H.R. 687. A bill to fa- lated and educational strategies and activi- enue Code of 1986 to clarify eligibility for the cilitate the efficient extraction of mineral ties of demonstrated effectiveness, and for child tax credit; to the Committee on Ways resources in southeast Arizona by author- other purposes; to the Committee on Edu- and Means. izing and directing an exchange of Federal cation and the Workforce. By Mr. KINGSTON: and non-Federal land, and for other pur- By Mr. POE of Texas (for himself, Mr. H.R. 2779. A bill to establish a separate In- spector General for the Bureau of Consumer poses; with an amendment (Rept. 113–167). CARTER, and Mr. OLSON): Referred to the Committee of the Whole H.R. 2771. A bill to repeal the requirements Financial Protection; to the Committee on House on the state of the Union. under the Natural Gas Act for obtaining au- Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Mr. HASTINGS of Washington: Committee thorization for the exportation or importa- Services, for a period to be subsequently de- on Natural Resources. H.R. 841. A bill to tion of natural gas, and for other purposes; termined by the Speaker, in each case for amend the Grand Ronde Reservation Act to to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, consideration of such provisions as fall with- make technical corrections, and for other and in addition to the Committee on Foreign in the jurisdiction of the committee con- purposes (Rept. 113–168). Referred to the Affairs, for a period to be subsequently de- Committee of the Whole House on the state cerned. termined by the Speaker, in each case for By Mrs. LOWEY (for herself and Mr. of the Union. consideration of such provisions as fall with- REICHERT): Mr. HASTINGS of Washington: Committee in the jurisdiction of the committee con- on Natural Resources. H.R. 957. A bill to re- H.R. 2780. A bill to amend the Foreign As- cerned. sistance Act of 1961 to provide assistance for duce temporarily the royalty required to be By Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ (for paid for sodium produced on Federal lands, developing countries to promote quality herself and Mr. MARINO): basic education and to establish the achieve- and for other purposes (Rept. 113–169). Re- H.R. 2772. A bill to direct the Attorney ferred to the Committee of the Whole House ment of quality universal basic education in General to make grants to States that have all developing countries as an objective of on the state of the Union. in place laws that terminate the parental Mr. NUGENT: Committee on Rules. House United States foreign assistance policy, and rights of men who father children through Resolution 312. Resolution providing for con- for other purposes; to the Committee on For- rape; to the Committee on the Judiciary. sideration of the bill (H.R. 2397) making ap- eign Affairs. By Mr. JOYCE (for himself, Mr. PETRI, propriations for the Department of Defense By Mr. PETERS of California (for him- Mrs. MILLER of Michigan, Mr. LEVIN, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, self and Ms. KUSTER): Mr. DINGELL, and Ms. SLAUGHTER): H.R. 2781. A bill to require the closure of and for other purposes; and providing for H.R. 2773. A bill to amend the Federal expired grants accounts, and for other pur- consideration of the bill (H.R. 2610) making Water Pollution Control Act to protect and poses; to the Committee on Oversight and appropriations for the Departments of Trans- restore the Great Lakes; to the Committee Government Reform, and in addition to the portation, and Housing and Urban Develop- on Transportation and Infrastructure. Committee on Appropriations, for a period to ment, and related agencies for the fiscal year By Mr. BILIRAKIS: be subsequently determined by the Speaker, ending September 30, 2014, and for other pur- H.R. 2774. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- in each case for consideration of such provi- poses (Rept. 113–170). Referred to the House enue Code of 1986 to provide a credit against sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Calendar. tax for hurricane and tornado mitigation ex- committee concerned. f penditures; to the Committee on Ways and By Mr. RUPPERSBERGER (for him- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Means. self, Mr. HARRIS, Mr. SARBANES, Ms. By Mrs. BLACK: EDWARDS, Mr. HOYER, Mr. VAN HOL- Under clause 2 of rule XII, public H.R. 2775. A bill to condition the provision LEN, Mr. CUMMINGS, and Mr. bills and resolutions of the following of premium and cost-sharing subsidies under DELANEY):

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Cowley, in recognition of his lifelong com- Laws which shall be necessary and proper for Congress has the power to enact this legis- mitment to the advancement of trauma care; carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- lation pursuant to the following: to the Committee on Financial Services. ers, and all other Powers vested by the Con- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1 By Mr. RYAN of Ohio (for himself, Mr. stitution in the Government of the United The Congress shall have Power to lay and TURNER, Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. States, or in any Department or Officer collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises, O’ROURKE, and Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- thereof.’’ to pay the Debts and provide for the common fornia): By Mr. ROSKAM: Defence and general Welfare of the United H.R. 2783. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- H.R. 2769. States; but all Duties, Imposts and Excises enue Code of 1986 to provide for continued Congress has the power to enact this legis- shall be uniform throughout the United eligibility for the health care tax credit for lation pursuant to the following: States. PBGC pension recipients eligible for the Article I, Section 8, Clause 18, which states By Mr. KINGSTON: credit at the end of 2013; to the Committee ‘‘The Congress shall have Power To make all H.R. 2779. on Ways and Means. Laws which shall be necessary and proper for Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. STIVERS (for himself and Mr. carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- lation pursuant to the following: RICHMOND): ers, and all other Powers vested by the Con- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 18 H.R. 2784. A bill to amend the Outer Conti- stitution in the Government of the United The Congress shall have the Power * * * To nental Shelf Lands Act to require the Sec- States, or in any Department or Officer make all Laws which shall be necessary and retary of the Interior to conduct offshore oil thereof.’’ proper for carrying into Execution the fore- and gas leasing, to use revenues from such By Mr. GEORGE MILLER of Cali- going Powers, and all other Powers vested by leasing to capitalize bonds that provide a fornia: the Constitution in the Government of the dedicated source of revenue to fund highway, H.R. 2770. United States, or in any Department or Offi- other transportation, and water infrastruc- Congress has the power to enact this legis- cer thereof. ture projects, and for other purposes; to the lation pursuant to the following: By Mrs. LOWEY: Committee on Natural Resources, and in ad- Article I, Section 8, Clause 1, 3, 18 of the H.R. 2780. dition to the Committees on Ways and U.S. Constitution; Article I, Section 9, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Means, Transportation and Infrastructure, Clause 7 of the U.S. Constitution. lation pursuant to the following: and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be By Mr. POE of Texas: Article 1 of the Constitution. subsequently determined by the Speaker, in H.R. 2771. By Mr. PETERS of California: Congress has the power to enact this legis- each case for consideration of such provi- H.R. 2781. lation pursuant to the following: sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Congress has the power to enact this legis- Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 committee concerned. lation pursuant to the following: By Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ: Section 8 By Mr. WALZ (for himself, Mr. H.R. 2772. DENHAM, Mr. BENTIVOLIO, and Ms. By Mr. RUPPERSBERGER: Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2782. SPEIER): lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2785. A bill to amend title 5, United Congress has the power to enact this legis- The Constitutional authority on which lation pursuant to the following: States Code, to improve the hiring of vet- this bill rests is the power of Congress to erans by the Federal Government and State Article 1, Section 8, Clause 6 of the Con- provide for the general welfare of the United stitution. governments, and for other purposes; to the States as enumerated in Article 1, Section 8. Committee on Oversight and Government By Mr. RYAN of Ohio: By Mr. JOYCE: H.R. 2783. Reform. H.R. 2773. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. CASSIDY (for himself and Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois): lation pursuant to the following: To make Rules for the Government and H. Res. 313. A resolution supporting the This bill is enacted pursuant to the power Regulation of the land and naval Forces. goals and ideals of the MAGIC Foundation; granted to Congress under Article I, Section To make all Laws which shall be necessary to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. 8, Clause 3 of the United States Constitution. and proper for carrying into Execution the By Mr. LANGEVIN (for himself, Mr. By Mr. BILIRAKIS: YODER, Mr. CICILLINE, Mr. FARR, Mr. H.R. 2774. foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vest- LEWIS, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. NUNES, Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- ed by this Constitution in the Government of KING of New York, Mr. CA´ RDENAS, lation pursuant to the following: the United States or in any Department or Mr. NADLER, Mr. MORAN, and Mr. The constitutional authority to lay and Officer thereof. LOEBSACK): collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises as By Mr. STIVERS: H. Res. 314. A resolution commending and enumerated in Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 H.R. 2784. supporting the United States delegation and of the United States Constitution. pg–74 Congress has the power to enact this legis- the United States Deaf Sports Federation in By Mrs. BLACK: lation pursuant to the following: their representation of the United States at H.R. 2775. Article IV, section 3, clause 2 the 2013 Summer Deaflympics in Sofia, Bul- Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. WALZ: garia; to the Committee on Oversight and lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2785. Government Reform. United States Constitution Article I Sec- Congress has the power to enact this legis- tion 8 lation pursuant to the following: f By Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois: The Congress shall have Power to make all CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY H.R. 2776. Laws which shall be necessary and proper for STATEMENT Congress has the power to enact this legis- carrying into Execution the foregoing Pow- lation pursuant to the following: ers, and all other Powers vested by the Con- Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of Article I, Section 1 of the United States stitution in the Government of the United the Rules of the House of Representa- Constitution, in that the legislation con- States, or in any Department or Officer tives, the following statements are sub- cerns the exercise of legislative powers gen- thereof. mitted regarding the specific powers erally granted to Congress by that section, f granted to Congress in the Constitu- including the exercise of those powers when ADDITIONAL SPONSORS tion to enact the accompanying bill or delegated by Congress to the Executive; AND Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors joint resolution. Article I, Section 8, clause 18 of the United By Mr. ISSA: States Constitution, in that the legislation were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 2766. exercises legislative power granted to Con- tions as follows: Congress has the power to enact this legis- gress by that clause ‘‘to make all Laws H.R. 129: Mr. SABLAN. lation pursuant to the following: which shall be necessary and proper for car- H.R. 282: Mr. NUNNELEE. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 8 rying into Execution the foregoing Powers, H.R. 498: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. By Mr. GARRETT: and all other Powers vested by this Constitu- H.R. 515: Ms. SINEMA. H.R. 2767. tion in the Government of the United States, H.R. 519: Mr. ENGEL. Congress has the power to enact this legis- or in any Department or Officer thereof;’ H.R. 556: Mr. BRADY of Texas and Ms. FOXX. lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas: H.R. 565: Ms. BROWN of Florida. The primary Constitutional authority for H.R. 2777. H.R. 647: Mr. OWENS, Mr. AMODEI, and Mr. this legislation is the Commerce Clause. Congress has the power to enact this legis- BARR. By Mr. ROSKAM: lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 685: Mr. KILDEE, Mr. BISHOP of Geor- H.R. 2768. Article I, Section 8, Clause 14. To make gia, Mr. MCKINLEY, Mr. TIBERI, Mr. HOLDING, Congress has the power to enact this legis- Rules for the Government and Regulation of Mr. MCHENRY, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. SHIMKUS, and lation pursuant to the following: the land and naval Forces. Mr. CRAWFORD.

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H.R. 698: Mr. HARPER. H.R. 1869: Mr. MURPHY of Florida. H.R. 2627: Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. H.R. 755: Mr. DESANTIS. H.R. 1878: Mr. ROSS and Ms. CLARKE. H.R. 2641: Mr. SMITH of Missouri. H.R. 792: Mr. JORDAN. H.R. 1908: Mr. LAMBORN. H.R. 2671: Mr. BOUSTANY. H.R. 850: Ms. TSONGAS. H.R. 1916: Mr. SCHRADER. H.R. 2677: Mr. WITTMAN. H.R. 906: Mr. LUETKEMEYER. H.R. 1931: Mr. BENTIVOLIO and Mr. H.R. 2682: Mr. HASTINGS of Washington, Mr. H.R. 980: Mr. TIERNEY. NUNNELEE. MULLIN, Mr. PERRY, Mr. AMODEI, Mr. H.R. 991: Mr. CRAWFORD. H.R. 1950: Mr. BENISHEK and Mr. JONES. MCCLINTOCK, Mr. NUNNELEE, and Mr. BUR- APTUR H.R. 1027: Ms. K . H.R. 1975: Mr. THOMPSON of California. GESS. H.R. 1077: Mr. TIBERI. H.R. 1981: Mr. SCHIFF. H.R. 2686: Mr. COSTA. H.R. 1094: Mr. YARMUTH, Mrs. LOWEY, and H.R. 1985: Mr. TONKO. H.R. 2689: Mr. RUNYAN. Mr. MULVANEY. H.R. 2000: Mr. BLUMENAUER and Ms. H.R. 2691: Mr. KING of New York. H.R. 1095: Mr. ENYART, Mr. LAMALFA, Mr. GABBARD. H.R. 2711: Mr. WOMACK and Mr. ROSKAM. LOEBSACK, Mr. DAINES, and Mr. LATTA. H.R. 2018: Ms. SINEMA. H.R. 2717: Mr. LANCE, Mrs. BACHMANN, Mr. H.R. 1099: Mr. AMODEI. OOK H.R. 2019: Mr. C . JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. WESTMORELAND, Mr. H.R. 1132: Mr. KLINE. H.R. 2084: Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of SCHNEIDER, Mr. KLINE, Mrs. DAVIS of Cali- H.R. 1146: Mr. MCKINLEY and Mr. DEFAZIO. New York and Mr. RIBBLE. USH fornia, and Mr. TIBERI. H.R. 1149: Mr. R . H.R. 2086: Mr. BUTTERFIELD. H.R. 1199: Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. H.R. 2720: Mr. MCCAUL, Mrs. BLACK, and H.R. 2101: Mr. RYAN of Ohio. H.R. 1204: Mr. MCCAUL and Mr. HUDSON. Mr. BUCHANAN. H.R. 2134: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. H.R. 1250: Mr. FORBES, Mr. CLAY, and Mr. H.R. 2721: Mr. LOEBSACK. H.R. 2157: Ms. SINEMA. DAINES. H.R. 2736: Ms. NORTON and Ms. SPEIER. H.R. 2232: Mr. KILMER. H.R. 1286: Mr. GRAYSON and Ms. GABBARD. H.R. 2737: Mr. HIGGINS. H.R. 2283: Mr. BISHOP of New York and Mr. H.R. 1303: Mrs. LUMMIS. H.R. 2745: Mr. STOCKMAN. HIMES. H.R. 1317: Mr. ELLISON. H.R. 2750: Mr. FARENTHOLD. H.R. 2305: Mr. STIVERS, Mr. BENISHEK, Mrs. H.R. 1331: Mr. NUNNELEE. H.R. 2760: Mr. LOWENTHAL. ROBY, Mr. ROSS, Mr. ROONEY, and Mrs. CAP- H.R. 1404: Mr. LAMBORN. H. Con. Res. 24: Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsyl- ITO. H.R. 1410: Mr. HUFFMAN and Mr. CONYERS. vania. H.R. 2319: Mr. DAINES. H.R. 1440: Mr. DUFFY. H. Con. Res. 41: Mr. ENYART, Mr. LARSON of H.R. 2342: Mr. GRIJALVA. H.R. 1515: Mr. SMITH of Washington, Ms. Connecticut, and Mr. LANGEVIN. MOORE, Mr. CARSON of Indiana, and Mr. H.R. 2346: Mr. CRAWFORD. H.R. 2347: Mr. CRAWFORD. H. Res. 30: Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of MORAN. New Mexico. ENHAM ICHELLE H.R. 2375: Mr. ADERHOLT, Mr. ROSS, Mr. H.R. 1518: Mr. D and Ms. M H. Res. 203: Mr. TAKANO. LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico. GARDNER, Mr. YOUNG of Florida, and Mr. ROE H. Res. 222: Mr. CRENSHAW. H.R. 1563: Mr. SHUSTER. of Tennessee. H. Res. 227: Ms. TITUS. H.R. 1582: Mr. MCKINLEY and Mr. HARPER. H.R. 2385: Mr. SCHOCK. H. Res. 281: Mr. CHABOT, Mr. BISHOP of H.R. 1634: Mr. HIMES. H.R. 2417: Mr. CALVERT and Mr. BISHOP of Georgia, Ms. FOXX, Mrs. WAGNER, Mr. JOHN- H.R. 1658: Mr. PETERSON and Mr. GRAYSON. Utah. SON of Ohio, Mr. POCAN, Mr. WEBER of Texas, H.R. 1666: Ms. WATERS and Mr. ANDREWS. H.R. 2449: Mr. BARTON, Mr. HOLDING, Mr. and Mr. PETERSON. H.R. 1692: Mr. SCHNEIDER, Mr. ROHR- STOCKMAN, and Mr. LARSEN of Washington. OWENTHAL ABACHER, Mr. MEADOWS, and Mr. WITTMAN. H.R. 2485: Mr. GARCIA, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. H. Res. 287: Mr. L . H.R. 1701: Mr. NUNNELEE. NOLAN, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California, H. Res. 291: Mr. MCCAUL. H.R. 1717: Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. CA´ RDENAS, and Mrs. KIRKPATRICK. H. Res. 293: Mr. BARBER, Mr. BISHOP of H.R. 1726: Mr. CASTRO of Texas and Mr. H.R. 2495: Mr. PETERS of California. Georgia, and Ms. SHEA-PORTER. HIMES. H.R. 2500: Mr. LOEBSACK. H. Res. 296: Mr. SIMPSON. H.R. 1775: Ms. GABBARD, Mr. PERLMUTTER, H.R. 2506: Mr. RUNYAN, Mr. MICHAUD, and H. Res. 302: Mr. SCHIFF. and Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. PERRY. H. Res. 309: Mr. LOWENTHAL. H.R. 1779: Mr. BARBER and Mr. PITTS. H.R. 2510: Ms. NORTON and Mr. ENYART. H.R. 1795: Mr. LOWENTHAL. H.R. 2520: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. f H.R. 1816: Mr. GRIMM and Mr. CASTRO of H.R. 2523: Ms. DUCKWORTH. Texas. H.R. 2527: Mr. TAKANO. H.R. 1825: Mr. DESANTIS and Mr. BOUSTANY. H.R. 2536: Mr. YODER. DELETIONS OF SPONSORS FROM H.R. 1837: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mrs. H.R. 2549: Mr. LOWENTHAL and Mr. RANGEL. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York, Ms. H.R. 2557: Mr. MARCHANT and Mr. PAULSEN. Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors WATERS, and Mr. CARNEY. H.R. 2565: Mr. FARENTHOLD, Mr. MURPHY of were deleted from public bills and reso- H.R. 1838: Mr. RUNYAN, Mr. WELCH, Mr. Florida, Mr. POSEY, and Mr. DESANTIS. TONKO, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Ms. PINGREE of H.R. 2571: Mr. LATHAM. lutions as follows: Maine, and Mr. HECK of Nevada. H.R. 2579: Mr. MULLIN. H.R. 1213: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY.

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HONORING ALLAN WERBOW Colorado, we continue to express our deepest same support from our federal government thanks for the outpouring of support our com- that students in every other part of America HON. BRIAN HIGGINS munity has received from across the nation, receive. OF NEW YORK since the horrible events at that Aurora the- Unfortunately, the current Elementary and ater. All of us in the Denver area still remem- Secondary Education Act does not provide IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ber where we were when we heard the news, parity in federal support for my students. Monday, July 22, 2013 and the immediate fearful and heartbreaking Title I–A, specifically, by setting aside just Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to connections we made. one percent of total funding to be shared by honor the extraordinary legacy of Allan Who did we know in the theater? Whose the Bureau of Indian Education and the ‘‘out- Werbow, who is retiring from his position as child or wife or husband or brother wasn’t lying areas’’ of American Samoa, Guam, the Executive Director of Temple Beth Tzedek of coming home because of the senseless acts Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Is- Amherst, New York, and one of its prede- of one disturbed and heavily armed young lands effectively short-changes the students I cessors, Temple Shaarey Zedek, known as man? My 18-year-old daughter had a friend in represent. the ‘‘congregation.’’ after dedicating over 27 the theater just next door; and a friend of our Just as Title I students everywhere in Amer- years of service to the synagogue. family lost her nephew in the tragedy. Three of ica, my students come from families that do A constant presence through the edu- the deceased gunned down—including little not have a lot of money for books and basic cational programs and activities taking place six-year-old Veronica Moser—lived in my dis- supplies and educational experiences. That’s at the synagogue, Allan has built a reputation trict and were part of the community I have why Title I exists: to help make up the dif- as the face of Temple Beth Tzedek. the privilege of representing. ference for students unlucky enough to be In addition to his work with the synagogue’s Today we remember the victims of the Au- born to parents who don’t have much money. programming, Allan ensured its physical struc- rora theater massacre—the lives they would But the one percent set-aside in current ture was kept in peak condition, presenting a have and could have led, had they not been law—of which only about one-quarter goes to positive face for all who used its resources. As gunned down while innocently watching a the outlying areas—is not making up that dif- Executive Director, Allan kept the congrega- movie on a Thursday night. We pay tribute to ference. tion operating efficiently for 27 years. their lives and remind their families and loved For that reason, I support the Democratic al- Allan has been a member of Temple Beth ones that they are still in our hearts, our ternative to H.R. 5. Tzedek and its predecessors for more than 45 thoughts and prayers; and they will not be for- The Democratic alternative, Mr. MILLER’s years. Prior to his duties as Executive Direc- gotten. substitute amendment, acknowledges that a tor, he was an active volunteer, committee But we also owe it to them to stand up and disparity exists. And it offers a solution. member and chair, and officer. In recognition make sure they did not die in vain. Since I’ve The amendment would reserve one-half of of his extraordinary service, Allan has been been in Congress, we’ve had 26 moments of one percent for the outlying areas, exclusively, named Executive Director Emeritus of Temple silence on the Floor of the House for victims effectively doubling the current set-aside. Beth Tzedek. of gun violence. Let me say that again—26 Northern Marianas students will still not be Allan’s love for his congregation is equaled moments of silence, including one on July 24, getting the same level of federal assistance only by his love of his family. Allan and his 2012 for the Aurora victims, and of course, the they would if they lived in a State. Neverthe- wife Myra have raised three sons, Ellis, Mi- moment last December for all the little children less, this would be a significant improvement. chael, and John and have four grandchildren killed in Newtown. To ensure that this increase for the outlying as well as two step grandchildren and have Surely we can come together in the name of areas will not mean a decrease for States, the fostered many children over the past 40 years. the victims of Aurora; and Newtown; and Col- enhanced set-aside funding is only triggered They are both exemplary members of their umbine; and Virginia Tech; and Fort Hood when, and if, there is an overall increase in community and their service is worthy of rec- . . . and all the others . . . and say once and Title I funding. ognition. for all, enough is enough. So, this is only a partial solution and is con- Mr. Speaker, I thank you for allowing me a f tingent upon a set of circumstances that at the few moments to recognize the incredible leg- STUDENT SUCCESS ACT moment seems unlikely to happen. acy of Allan Werbow. I am inspired by his But the Democratic alternative does recog- boundless capacity for love and devotion to SPEECH OF nize that we have to do something to get us his family and Temple Beth Tzedek. I wish closer to the ideal of equal opportunity for all him, his family, and his congregation the best HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO of our students. For that reason I support the in all their future endeavors. SABLAN proposal and I thank Mr. MILLER for making it f OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS part of his Democratic alternative. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I urge my colleagues to support the sub- AURORA SHOOTING ONE-YEAR Friday, July 19, 2013 stitute amendment. ANNIVERSARY The House in Committee of the Whole f HON. DIANA DeGETTE House on the state of the Union had under HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY consideration the bill (H.R. 5) to support OF CHARLOTTE CONABLE OF COLORADO State and local accountability for public IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES education, protect State and local authority, inform parents of the performance of their Monday, July 22, 2013 HON. BRIAN HIGGINS children’s schools, and for other purposes: OF NEW YORK Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Speaker, it has now Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Chair, education is the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been a year since our Colorado community most important tool we have to encourage Monday, July 22, 2013 was shaken by an inexplicable and horrific act economic development. This is true for our of violence that left 12 innocent men, women country and it is especially true for my district, Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to and children dead, and 70 injured. 365 days the Northern Mariana Islands. honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Mrs. where the families, friends and loved ones of If we give our young people a fine edu- Charlotte Williams Conable, who passed away those lost have been robbed of their laughter, cation, they will use that education to improve on July 19, 2013, at the age of 83. their triumphs, their struggles, and the million their communities—both economically and by A Buffalo native, Charlotte Conable helped little things that made those 12 people unique. being responsible citizens. to bring women’s issues to importance all over I know I join with all my colleagues in the del- That’s why I want to make sure that stu- the world. She was strongly supported in her egation in saying, on behalf of the citizens of dents in the Northern Mariana Islands get the efforts by her late husband, Honorable Barber

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Payne, a loving father of Angela Payne and Bryan Khari Wood Payne Sr., as well as a population control and safe motherhood, espe- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cially in Africa, a focus in World Bank plans caring grandfather to Lauren, Bryan Khari and by 1991, 40% of the billions of dollars that Monday, July 22, 2013 Wood Jr., and Dean Payne. was approved went to issues dealing with Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me to women’s health and advancement. Also, a er, I rise today to highlight the problems cre- honor Hal D. Payne, a pioneer in the field of World Bank policy statement was influenced ated by the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act. education. I truly cannot think of any person by her work, which states, ‘‘Countries that cre- We are trying to balance the needs of hun- more deserving of this honor. I am grateful for ate better opportunities and conditions for gry children against fighting childhood obesity his dedication and tireless work to advance women and girls can raise productivity, im- in America. Kids are not getting enough to eat such a noble cause. prove outcomes for children and advance de- when they also participate in athletic programs f velopment prospects for all.’’ and physical education classes. Mrs. Conable was not only the author of I am concerned that the food only require- AUTHORITY FOR MANDATE DELAY ‘‘Women at Cornell: The Myth of Equal Edu- ments of this program are creating excessive ACT cation’’ but was a board member of the Wom- waste and have put a financial burden on al- SPEECH OF en’s Hall to Fame, Seneca Falls; a White ready cash strapped schools across the coun- House Conference on Aging; a trustee of Cor- try. Many kids are rejecting these new menus HON. GARY C. PETERS nell University; was named a Woman of Dis- and throwing their food away and going home OF MICHIGAN tinction by the State Senate; and participated hungry. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in United Nations International Women’s Con- While we need to look at the nutritional con- Wednesday, July 17, 2013 ferences in Denmark, Kenya and Houston. tent of school lunches, we must also not forget The devotion that Mrs. Conable showed the importance of physical education classes. Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, with her work on women’s health and ad- Illinois is currently the only State that re- today I would like to recognize that this is the vancement was equaled by her love and de- quires students in kindergarten through high first time Republicans have embraced that the votion to her family as well. She is survived by school to have PE every day. A combination Affordable Health Care Act is law and sup- her three daughters, Jane Schmieder, Anne, of good nutrition and exercise is essential to ported its implementation starting in 2014. By and Emily; and her son, Sam. the health of our children. offering and supporting H.R. 2667, House Re- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me and That is why I would like to take this time to publicans are finally voting for the health care Members of the House to express our deepest recognize and wish my children’s junior high law mandates to be implemented a year from condolences to the family of the late Charlotte teacher Joe Champley a Happy Birthday. Joe now. Conable, and join with me in recognizing the is my friend and has been a long time PE For too long, Congress has been brought to many good works of service she performed teacher in my home town at Taylorville Jr. a level of inaction that is unprecedented. The and the lives that she changed during her long High School. Happy Birthday Mr. Joe! gridlock has frustrated me as well as the hard and full life. f working men, women, small business owners f and middle class families in my district in HONORING HAL D. PAYNE AT THE Michigan. SENIORS’ RESOURCE CENTER INAUGURAL PRESENTATION OF Instead of working toward solutions and fix- THE HAL D. PAYNE EDUCATION ing a broken health care system, House Re- HON. ED PERLMUTTER OPPORTUNITY LIFETIME SERV- publicans wasted time and resources voting OF COLORADO ICE AWARD 37 votes to repeal The Affordable Care Act IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wholesale. Without the health care law, fami- lies would continue to fear illness because Monday, July 22, 2013 HON. BRIAN HIGGINS OF NEW YORK getting sick could mean bankruptcy. Michi- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gan’s middle class can’t afford to continue today to recognize and applaud the Seniors’ without changes to our health care system, Resource Center (SRC) in Jefferson County, Monday, July 22, 2013 and the Affordable Care Act goes a long way Colorado. Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to solve these problems. For three and a half decades, the Seniors’ recognize Hal D. Payne at the inaugural pres- Today, every Republican who casts a vote Resource Center spirit committed itself to the entation of the award named in his honor, the to delay the employer and individual mandates vibrancy of metro Denver by helping thou- Hal D. Payne Educational Opportunity Lifetime is voting to get the implementation of the Af- sands of families realize many more years of Service Award by the Upward Bound Program fordable Care Act right and implement the law quality life together at home in their commu- of Buffalo State College. in full starting in December 2014. nities. The agency’s mission is simple. It pro- Mr. Payne is a true leader in the field of The President has already granted busi- vides a constellation of services to our older education. His professional expertise ranges nesses one more year to implement the health population, allowing them to remain in their from a thorough understanding of policy for- care law. Without offering Michigan families own homes independently and with dignity. mation to its practical implementation. As the same temporary, one-year extension with- SRC is consistently recognized for its lead- Chief of Staff to U.S. Representative Louis out penalty, businesses lose the incentive to ership in providing unparalleled service to the Stokes of Ohio, and as senior associate for offer coverage one year from now because elderly in our communities. Leading Age, an the Council for Opportunity in Education, Mr. their employees have already purchased in- association of not-for-profit organizations dedi- Payne has directly affected the shape of our surance in the interim. These mandates work cated to making America a better place to country’s education policy. best in tandem as they will in the coming grow old, awarded SRC its National Out- At Oberlin College, a prestigious liberal arts years. standing Advocacy Award in 2011. Known for institution, Mr. Payne spent many years navi- I look forward to working with Democrats its innovative model of coordinated care, SRC gating the effects of our country’s education and Republicans to improve the transition to offers adult day and respite services, transpor- policy as dean of developmental services, and more affordable health care coverage for tation, volunteer services, in-home care and as acting dean, associate dean, and assistant Michigan families and businesses when the care management services. SRC is committed dean of students. Mr. Payne also spent time law is fully implemented. to refer any and all callers to the best possible at Case Western Reserve University as direc- The Affordable Care Act will help lower place for care whether it is SRC or not. tor of academic support services. health care costs for women, ensure coverage The agency is fortunate to be led by Presi- Mr. Payne has completed the Millennium for children with pre-existing conditions, and dent/CEO John Zabawa, who has navigated Leadership Institute of the American Associa- curb the overall cost of health care. the agency for 32 years. I salute John, his tion of State Colleges and Universities and the That is why I voted for the Affordable Care staff, the Board of Directors and the many vol- Institute for Educational Management at Har- Act, and that’s why I am voting today to get unteers who make the center what it is today. vard University. Mr. Payne was appointed to this law implemented fairly and in a way that

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OF KANSAS The Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JEFF DENHAM Park contains several war memorials, includ- OF CALIFORNIA Tuesday, July 16, 2013 ing one honoring the Korean war. This memo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rial contains two parts: the focal point is a Mr. POMPEO. Mr. Speaker, I submit this Monday, July 22, 2013 granite relief structure with two soldiers letter of support from the International Asso- Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to adorned in combat gear on patrol in a field ciation of Machinists on H.R. 1848, the Small with the word ‘‘Korea’’ underneath. The me- Aircraft Revitalization Act. acknowledge a group of patriotic Republican women who, 60 years ago, established the morial has an inscription on the back which in- INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF cludes the members of the Korean war Memo- MACHINISTS AND AEROSPACE WORKERS, Tracy Republican Women, Federated, for the benefit of like-minded women, to educate and rial Committee, and the names of the land- Upper Marlboro, MD, July 16, 2013. scape architect, artist, and contractor. The DEAR REPRESENTATIVE: As the largest inform themselves and others. It is an honor to union in the general aviation industry, the congratulate them on their 60th Anniversary. sides of the satellite pedestal list those sol- International Association of Machinists and Over the years, club members have contrib- diers killed in action. The top of the pedestal Aerospace Workers (IAM) strongly supports uted countless hours volunteering for can- is engraved with military emblems. The in- the Small Airplane Revitalization Act of didates who support the principles and core scription on the embedded time capsule 2013, H.R. 1848. This bipartisan legislation values of the Republican Party. The group has states: ‘‘Korean war Memorial Time Capsule— will provide much needed support to an often Open April 28, 2090.’’ over looked, but important sector of the U.S. registered hundreds of new voters and reached out to educate the community on the This war has often been nicknamed the aerospace industry. ‘‘Forgotten War,’’ because no GI Bill existed After an extensive review of the current Republican Party’s beliefs. regulatory structure that garnered input In addition to being club members, many of for these troops, there were no homecoming from government and industry experts, the the women have also served in the community celebrations, there was no notable surrender Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as members of the board of California Federa- or end-date: the war concluded with long Aviation Rulemaking Committee developed tion of Republican Women (CFRW), as well as drawn out negotiations and the American pub- the recommendations that form the basis for the San Joaquin Board of Supervisors, San lic lost interest. H.R. 1848. Under this legislation, the FAA This memorial honors these soldiers who will modernize the regulatory structure for Joaquin Board of Education, City Council, Tracy School District, and Republican Central toiled abroad, just like soldiers in every other small, certified aircraft—commonly referred war. President Obama will even speak in to as Part 23 Aircraft by the end of 2015. Committee. They have also participated in ac- Modernizing the existing cumbersome regu- tivities such as Relay for Life, sponsoring Washington this Saturday, on the anniversary latory structure and process will have the needy families at Christmas time, and sup- itself, at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in beneficial effect of improving safety while porting our troops both financially and by Washington, the first time an American presi- stimulating much needed investment. sending care packages have been personally dent is attending an official ceremony for the I urge your support of this important legis- created by the Tracy Republican Women, Armistice. lation. It will make general aviation safer On July 27, 1953, the Armistice Agreement and help grow an industry that has been a Federated. Tracy Republican Women, Federated has was signed to halt the three-year conflict be- source of good paying American jobs. tween South Korea, assisted by U.S.-led U.N. If you have any questions, please contact looked to the future by providing scholarships Legislative Director Hasan Solomon. for young Republican women to help them troops, and the invading North, supported by Sincerely, continue to fight for the freedom that is so the Chinese military. According to the U.S. R. THOMAS BUFFENBARGER, dear to us all and pursue their educational en- government, 36,573 American troops were International President. deavors. killed, with 103,284 others wounded. The f Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating three years of war did halt the sweep of com- munism, guaranteed South Korean independ- HOPE FOR THE CITY with the Tracy Republican Women, Federated and the tremendous opportunities that lie ence and freedom to an entire generation, and ahead in their efforts to fulfill their vision for due to U.S. assistance, help South Korea HON. ERIK PAULSEN the future. Congratulations on their work the grow to become the 10th greatest economy in OF MINNESOTA past 60 years. I wish them every success in the world. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their continued endeavors in support of our It is with great pride that today I recognize Monday, July 22, 2013 nation, its freedom, and its history. the service of hundreds of thousands of Amer- f ican soldiers in the Korean war with the cele- Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bration of this memorial. Their service to our praise the hard work of a great foundation 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KO- area and the nation as a whole is moving, and from Minnesota, Hope for the City. Hope for REAN WAR ARMISTICE/25TH AN- I am proud that Western New Yorkers have the City has contributed over $550 million NIVERSARY OF THE BUFFALO had and will continue to have a place to reflect worth of excess corporate resources to benefit KOREAN WAR MEMORIAL on their legacy. organizations locally in Minnesota and inter- f nationally. Their contributions include over 5 HON. BRIAN HIGGINS OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL million pounds of food a year, as well as med- OF NEW YORK DEBT ical equipment, toiletries, clothing, sporting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES goods and toys. I was able to tour and volunteer at the Hope Monday, July 22, 2013 HON. MIKE COFFMAN for the City recently. This facility provides as- Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF COLORADO sets to battle childhood hunger and poor living recognize our nation’s Korean war veterans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conditions while instilling an insightful perspec- with the celebration of the 25th anniversary of tive of who their organization aims to help and Buffalo’s Korean war Memorial and the 60th Monday, July 22, 2013 how they intend to accomplish it. anniversary of the Korean war armistice. Dedi- Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January The ambition shown by this group is an up- cated to the service of those soldiers who 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- lifting approach to fighting poverty around the were killed in action, the memorial honors the fice, the national debt was world. The impact of Hope for the City’s suc- courageous sacrifices and immense contribu- $10,626,877,048,913.08. cess is certainly appreciated in Minnesota, but tions by Korean war troops while defending Today, it is $16,738,158,460,368.61. We’ve also all over the globe. our nation. added $6,111,281,411,455.53 to our debt in 4

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:15 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22JY8.002 E22JYPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1110 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 22, 2013 and a half years. This is $6 trillion in debt our I commend these young men for their suc- IN RECOGNITION OF THE EU’S nation, our economy, and our children could cess on the curling sheet, and for their exam- DESIGNATION OF HEZBOLLAH AS have avoided with a balanced budget amend- ple of true sportsmanship. I have no doubt A TERRORIST ORGANIZATION ment. they will exhibit the same dedication and char- f acter in all their future endeavors. HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION OF MASSACHUSETTS TO AMEND THE INTERNAL REV- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ENUE CODE OF 1986 TO PROVIDE HONORING DR. ARNOLD L. Monday, July 22, 2013 A CREDIT AGAINST TAX FOR MITCHEM AS HE RECEIVES THE Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, today, the Eu- HURRICANE AND TORNADO MITI- INAUGURAL HAL D. PAYNE EDU- ropean Union (EU) demonstrated its commit- GATION EXPENDITURES. CATIONAL OPPORTUNITY LIFE- ment to global security as the 28 EU member TIME SERVICE AWARD states spoke as one voice to condemn HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS Hezbollah’s deadly attack in Burgas, Bulgaria OF FLORIDA last year, and for plotting a similar attack in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. BRIAN HIGGINS Cyprus. Monday, July 22, 2013 As the Ranking Member of the Sub- OF NEW YORK Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, today I intro- committee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging duced the Hurricane and Tornado Mitigation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Threats, I feel that it is difficult to determine where Hezbollah’s civilian wing ends and mili- Investment Act of 2013. This legislation seeks Monday, July 22, 2013 to encourage individuals and businesses to tant one begins, but the EU’s decision to des- take proactive preparedness measures to pro- Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ignate the military wing of Hezbollah as a ter- tect their property from potential storm dam- honor to Dr. Arnold L. Mitchem, the inaugural rorist organization is a welcomed step. This designation will send a clear message to the age. Recent tornado outbreaks across the recipient of the Hal D. Payne Educational Op- international community that freedom–espous- country this spring, and the impending start of portunity Lifetime Service Award by the Up- ing democracies will not stand idly by in the the Atlantic hurricane season, remind us that ward Bound Program of Buffalo State College. weather-related emergencies and disasters face of coercive tactics and aggression by are ever-present. The bill would amend the In- Dr. Mitchem is recognized for his service as Hezbollah’s leaders, militants, and their foreign ternal Revenue Code to allow individual and president of the Council for Opportunity in financers. business taxpayers a tax credit for a portion of Education since 1986. This noble organiza- I am confident that following today’s deci- their qualified hurricane and tornado mitigation tion’s mission is to advance and defend the sion, more governments will follow suit and property expenditures for any taxable year. ideal of equal educational opportunity in post- see Hezbollah for what it truly is– a terrorist They would be eligible when they take steps secondary education. The COE is a remark- organization devoted to violence against inno- to improve the strength of a roof deck attach- ably far-reaching program, serving close to cent people both within and beyond Lebanon’s ment; create a secondary water barrier; im- 800,000 students annually by providing profes- borders. prove the durability of a roof covering; brace sional development and advocacy for nearly f gable-end walls; reinforce the connections be- 2,800 federally funded college opportunity pro- STUDENT SUCCESS ACT tween a roof and supporting wall; protect grams at more than 1,000 colleges nation- against windborne debris; or protect exterior wide. SPEECH OF doors and garages. In short, this legislation will help communities mitigate against future Dr. Mitchem has dedicated his career to HON. ALAN S. LOWENTHAL weather related hazards. Taking mitigation striving for equality and diversity in education. OF CALIFORNIA steps now can make a huge difference. In As a trustee for the College Board, a member IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many cases, it may help to reduce loss of life of INROADS, Inc’s first National Board, and as Thursday, July 18, 2013 and property damage, while saving money a past president of the Committee for Edu- and reducing insurance rates in the long run. cation Funding, he has greatly impacted the The House in Committee of the Whole I look forward to working with my colleagues House on the state of the Union had under national discourse about inequality and edu- consideration the bill (H.R. 5) to support to move this legislation through Congress. cation. He is the founding president of the State and local accountability for public f Mid-America Association of Educational Op- education, protect State and local authority, inform parents of the performance of their TEAM KRAMER portunity Program Personnel, a consortium dedicated to leveling the playing field for those children’s schools, and for other purposes: HON. ED PERLMUTTER least likely to enroll in college, including low- Mr. LOWENTHAL. Mr. Chair, education is income, disabled, and first generation stu- our greatest investment in our future. As with OF COLORADO dents. any long term investment, the real rewards of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the investment are often not seen until dec- A recipient of honorary doctorates from ten Monday, July 22, 2013 ades later. Investment takes patience and universities, Dr. Mitchem has been recognized foresight and a thoughtful approach. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise across the country for his tireless efforts and today to recognize and applaud the Colorado Studies show that U.S. businesses are in passion. Additional awards and recognitions State Junior Curling Champion team of Pres- need of workers that are collaborative and cre- include the Arturo Schomburg Distinguished ton Kramer, Nathan Parry, Spencer ative critical thinkers. We must build an edu- Culbertson and Alec Celecki, who were Service Award from the Association for Equal- cational system that supports the development coached by Matt Culbertson and Pam Finch. ity and Excellence in Education, Inc., and the of this workforce. To achieve this, we in Con- These four young men competed as Team Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hispanic gress must reflect these values by working Kramer in the 2013 USA Junior National Curl- Association of Colleges and Universities. collaboratively and tapping the full com- ing Championships January 26–February 2, In addition to his professional accolades, Dr. plement of creative minds in this House. Our 2013, at Broomstones Curling Club in Mitchem and his lovely wife Freda have raised work product can only be as good as we are. Wayland, Massachusetts. These young men four children together: Michael, Thea, Nichelle, I ask that my colleagues on the other side won the Colorado State Championships and and Adrienne. of the aisle work with us to develop the kind Regional Championships held in Oregon. of educational system that will provide the op- At the National Championships, Team Kra- Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me a portunity for every child to meet their potential mer competed against 9 other teams. Al- few moments to honor Dr. Arnold Mitchem as and become assets to our country. though the team did not win the tournament a true champion for equality in education and Let’s begin by finding our common ground. and a berth in the World Championships in congratulate him as he receives the inaugural We all can agree that our current account- Sochi, Russia, they were awarded the Curtis Hal D. Payne Educational Opportunity Lifetime ability system goes too far and too often acts Cup, given to the team who exhibited sports- Service Award. I am sincerely grateful for his as the enemy of creativity. Our challenge is to manship, and the true spirit of the game of service and wish him the best in all his future develop policy that supports inspired learning curling. endeavors. environments while also accounting for ELL

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:15 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22JY8.006 E22JYPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1111 students, students at risk, and special needs ner after only one perfunctory hearing. One of I am also pleased that Ranking Member students. I believe we can find that balance. the main reasons I came to Congress was to MILLER’s substitute addresses many other We can agree that an educated workforce is work with all my colleagues from both sides of shortcomings in our education system, includ- good for the country. Perhaps we can agree the aisle on finding the best policies to ensure ing the flawed practice of seclusion and re- that we need an educational system that sup- that public schools provide all students, re- straint, background checks for staff and con- ports the diverse talents of all students—those gardless of socioeconomic status, with a well- tractors with access to children, standards for that shine academically and those that shine rounded education that prepares them for concussion safety, and meaningful funding in career tech classes. I believe we can whatever their future may hold. But this reau- levels for homeless students. achieve this too. thorization has not been given full and fair With that, I urge my colleagues to invest in Our current educational system is losing on consideration by the Education and Workforce our students, our teachers, and our schools, the international stage. Contrary to the recent Committee, and the result is a bill that has lit- and to oppose H.R. 5 so we can return to a years of economic struggle, the U.S. continues tle, if any, chance of becoming law. That’s not full and thorough consideration of our federal to be a land of plenty on the world scale. If we only disappointing; it’s detrimental to students education policies. hope to remain a world leader, it is essential across this great country. They deserve better. f that we stop looking at our educational system H.R. 5 is alarming for a number of reasons. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 65TH with a scarcity mentality—a mentality that acts Its massive block grant approach would im- WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF to take from one to give to another, where pede educational equity and make it more BILLY AND LAVERNE CANTRELL there is not enough for all. We must recognize likely that students will receive educational op- that our educational system is our greatest in- portunities based on where they live and the vestment and fight to put all we can into it. We income of their parents. This, combined with HON. MIKE ROGERS can’t afford to lose children, to lose their tal- the removal of Maintenance of Effort provi- OF ALABAMA ents and their potential contributions to our sions and cuts to McKinney-Vento funding for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country. We need every one of them. homeless students, will result in thousands, if Monday, July 22, 2013 not millions, of fewer students having access H.R. 5 has some good components that Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I to quality education. move us in a better direction. Unfortunately, would like to pay tribute to a very special oc- this legislation lacks the kind of investment I am also extremely concerned about H.R. 5’s woefully inadequate funding. A strong sys- casion today—the 65th wedding anniversary needed to educate our future workforce. Edu- of Billy and Laverne Cantrell. This event will cation is the key to a strong democracy, eco- tem of education is critical to the success of our country and funding it should be a priority. take place on July 29th. nomic competitiveness and continued global Billy Cantrell was born to Festus and Mary Instead of taking money away from schools, leadership for the U.S. Lou Cantrell on December 31, 1926, and La- especially those serving the lowest-income f verne Cantrell was born to Oscar and Avis students, we should be investing in their im- Jeffreys on March 22, 1932. STUDENT SUCCESS ACT provement. One important change that’s needed to The couple met in Hamilton, Alabama, while SPEECH OF strengthen public education is to move away attending high school and only dated six from high-stakes testing and allow states and weeks before getting married. HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI Steve served in the Merchant Marines and school districts to use multiple measures in OF OREGON worked for 27 years at 3–M in Qwin, Alabama. assessment, including adaptive testing and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Laverne worked in garment factories until her formative assessments. School performance retirement. Thursday, July 18, 2013 should be measured in multiple ways, using Together, Billy and Laverne had four chil- multiple subjects and indicators. Additionally, The House in Committee of the Whole dren, nine grandchildren, 15 great grand chil- teacher evaluations need to be improved and House on the state of the Union had under dren and three great-great grandchildren. consideration the bill (H.R. 5) to support necessary support, including mentoring, given Their favorite songs include ‘‘Tennessee State and local accountability for public to teachers and school leaders. Though more Waltz’’ and ‘‘Sentimental Journey’’. education, protect State and local authority, work is always needed, Ranking Member MIL- inform parents of the performance of their Please join me in congratulating this lovely LER’s substitute amendment to H.R. 5 makes couple on 65 years together. children’s schools, and for other purposes: these improvements and more. I am proud to Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposi- support it. f tion to H.R. 5, a bill that would take our edu- The substitute amendment also takes an im- PANCREATIC CANCER cation system backward instead of into the fu- portant step forward with its comprehensive ture. program for STEM education. One of the most HON. JAMES P. MORAN K–12 education is my passion, and it has exciting provisions in this program is the rec- OF VIRGINIA been for a long time. In fact, public education ognition of the value of arts and design to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES issues are what first led me to run for public STEM learning, adding an ‘‘A’’ to make office. Education is key to rebuilding our econ- STEAM. Enhancing STEM through the arts Monday, July 22, 2013 omy, to sustaining and improving the quality of and design will engage more students in Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to life in our communities, and to the functioning school while helping them develop into innova- bring attention to pancreatic cancer. As you of our government and democracy. We are in tive critical thinkers. Employers aren’t looking know, it is one of the most deadly forms of dire need of long-term thinking about how we for good test-takers; they want people who cancer; the fourth leading cause of cancer can strengthen our public schools. can create, communicate, and collaborate. deaths in the United States and eighth world- The policies in the Elementary and Sec- The provisions recognizing the importance of wide. It is the only major cancer with a five ondary Education Act, especially those put the arts and design in STEM will give our stu- year survival rate in the single digits. into law by No Child Left Behind, need a seri- dents the skills they need to be competitive in This year, 45,220 Americans will be diag- ous overhaul. The intent of NCLB was laud- the workforce. nosed with pancreatic cancer and 38,460 will able: make sure that all students in America’s It’s also important to recognize the benefits die from this deadly form of cancer. Seventy- public schools are getting a good education of a well-rounded, whole child approach to three percent will die in the first year of diag- and aren’t falling through the cracks. Unfortu- education. Students must be healthy, safe, en- nosis. African Americans have the highest risk nately, the law has resulted in an over- gaged, supported, and challenged at school to among racial and ethnic groups; a risk 32 to emphasis on high stakes testing, drastic pen- reach their full potential. Subjects like civics, 66 percent higher than other groups. Further, alties for low-performing schools, and an im- physical education, and second languages while most cancers’ death rates and balanced focus on subjects that are tested at lead to the development of well-rounded stu- incidences are declining, the incidence death the expense of a well-rounded curriculum. Ad- dents who become productive and innovative rate of pancreatic cancer is increasing. The ditionally, the NCLB provisions that prescribe adults. A well-rounded education gives stu- number of new cases is expected to increase a ‘‘one size fits all’’ approach with mandates dents a greater diversity of skills, increases by 55 percent by 2030. and restrictions have undermined the teaching their engagement with subject material, and These numbers are staggering. Clearly we profession. helps keeps them in school. The Democratic need to increase our efforts to reduce the inci- I am extremely disappointed that this reau- substitute makes significant strides toward dence of and treatments for this painful dis- thorization is moving forward in a rushed man- achieving these goals. ease. Enacting the Recalcitrant Cancer Act

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:15 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22JY8.008 E22JYPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1112 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 22, 2013 earlier this year was a significant step forward. The Summer Deaflympics have been held RECOGNIZING MARY KAY, INC.’S This new law will direct and guide the National every four years since 1924 and the Winter 50TH ANNIVERSARY Cancer Institute (NCI) at the National Institutes Deaflympics since 1949—making the of Health (NIH) in developing a strategic Deaflympics the second-oldest international plan—a scientific framework—to address pan- sports games after the Olympics. HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON creatic cancer and other recalcitrant cancers: From July 26, 2013, through August 4, OF TEXAS brain, esophageal, liver, lung, ovarian and 2013, Sofia, Bulgaria, will host the 2013 Sum- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stomach. NIH is the world’s leading biomedical mer Deaflympics. Over 180 deaf and hard of research institution and, with adequate re- hearing athletes and coaches will train and Monday, July 22, 2013 sources, I am hopeful that we can make sig- travel to Sofia to represent the United States nificant advances in finding new, effective in 11 sports. They have trained their entire Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. treatments for pancreatic and all cancers while lives for the honor and privilege of rep- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the also finding their causes. resenting their country in international com- achievements of Mary Kay, Inc. This year We cannot expect to reap the proposed petition. Their achievements are extraordinary, marks the Dallas-based company’s 50th anni- benefits that will emerge from this strategic and I know my colleagues join me in feeling versary, and it has a great deal to celebrate. plan unless we come together and make a se- great pride in all they have accomplished. Founded by Mary Kay Ash and her son, Rich- rious financial commitment to NIH. When ad- USADSF was established in 1945 and rep- ard Rogers, the company now operates in 37 justing for inflation, the NIH budget has de- resents over 100,000 deaf and hard of hearing foreign markets and will bring in an estimated creased 23 percent since 2001. We are erod- athletes in the United States and nearly 1,500 $3.5 billion in wholesale sales this year. ing the work and future promises of the individual member organizations. USADSF Beginning today, 50,000 members of Mary world’s greatest research entity. We are losing fosters and regulates rules of competition and Kay’s workforce will come to Dallas in waves a generation of research scientists. And, we provides social outlets for deaf athletes and to celebrate this landmark anniversary and at- are losing lives. We must put NIH on a slow, their friends. It serves as a parent organization tend the annual Mary Kay seminar being held but steady path of increased funding in order of national deaf sports organizations, conducts at the Dallas Convention Center. Those com- to establish the stability needed for long term annual deaf sports athletic competitions, and ing to Dallas represent only a fraction of Mary research. assists in the participation of American teams Kay’s workforce that includes over 2.5 million in international competition. independent beauty consultants. f USADSF is run by volunteers, who give of Mary Kay, Inc. supports The Mary Kay their time, talent, and resources for the love of HONORING AND SUPPORTING THE Foundation, which has a mission of eliminating the games and the athletes. AMERICAN TEAM IN THE 2013 cancers that affect women and ending domes- Mr. Speaker, I congratulate all the athletes, DEAFLYMPICS tic violence. The Foundation supports re- coaches, and support staff from the United search on breast, uterine, cervical, and ovar- States for earning a place to represent our ian cancers, and provides grants to women’s HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN country at the 2013 Summer Deaflympics and shelters and community domestic violence OF RHODE ISLAND I commend USADSF for their efforts in sup- programs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES porting them. I urge my colleagues to join me in cheering Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to celebrate the Monday, July 22, 2013 our American athletes on to success at the success of this extraordinary company. As a Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to games, and to co-sponsor my bipartisan reso- company founded by a driven and entrepre- commend and cheer America’s deaf athletes lution honoring their achievements. This reso- neurial woman, and employing a workforce and the United States Deaf Sports Federation, lution, which I introduced today, calls on all composed primarily of women, I am proud that USADSF, in their representation of the United members to honor and support our delegation Mary Kay, Inc. has chosen the great city of States of America at the upcoming 2013 Sum- and wishes them well as they represent our Dallas as its home base. mer Deaflympics in Sofia, Bulgaria. country against the world.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:15 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22JY8.011 E22JYPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS July 22, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1113 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee on Environment and Public Committee on Small Business and Entre- Works preneurship Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, To hold an oversight hearing to examine To hold hearings to examine implemen- agreed to by the Senate of February 4, implementation of Moving Ahead for tation of the ‘‘Affordable Care Act’’, fo- 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Progress in the 21st Century’s (MAP– cusing on understanding small business tem for a computerized schedule of all 21) ‘‘Transportation Infrastructure Fi- concerns. meetings and hearings of Senate com- nance and Innovation Act’’ (TIFIA) SR–428 mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- program enhancements. JULY 25 tees, and committees of conference. SD–406 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, This title requires all such committees 9:30 a.m. and Pensions Committee on Armed Services to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Business meeting to consider the nomi- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Digest—designated by the Rules Com- nations of Kent Yoshiho Hirozawa, of tions of Stephen Woolman Preston, of mittee—of the time, place and purpose New York, and Nancy Jean Schiffer, of the District of Columbia, to be General of the meetings, when scheduled and Maryland, both to be a Member of the Counsel, Jon T. Rymer, of Tennessee, any cancellations or changes in the National Labor Relations Board, and to be Inspector General, Susan J. meetings as they occur. any pending nominations. Rabern, of Kansas, to be Assistant Sec- SD–430 As an additional procedure along retary of the Navy for Financial Man- Committee on the Judiciary agement and Comptroller, and Dennis with the computerization of this infor- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- V. McGinn, of Maryland, to be Assist- mation, the Office of the Senate Daily tions of Cornelia T. L. Pillard, to be ant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Digest will prepare this information for United States Circuit Judge for the Installations, and Environment, all of printing in the Extensions of Remarks District of Columbia Circuit, Landya the Department of Defense. section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD B. McCafferty, to be United States Dis- SH–216 on Monday and Wednesday of each trict Judge for the District of New Committee on Energy and Natural Re- week. Hampshire, Brian Morris, and Susan P. sources Watters, both to be a United States To hold hearings to examine supple- Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, July District Judge for the District of Mon- mental funding options to support the 23, 2013 may be found in the Daily Di- tana, and Jeffrey Alker Meyer, to be National Park Service’s efforts to ad- gest of today’s RECORD. United States District Judge for the dress deferred maintenance and oper- District of Connecticut. ational needs. SD–226 SD–366 MEETINGS SCHEDULED Committee on Rules and Administration Committee on the Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Business meeting to consider S. 987, to JULY 24 tions of Ann Miller Ravel, of Cali- maintain the free flow of information 9 a.m. fornia, and Lee E. Goodman, of Vir- to the public by providing conditions Committee on Foreign Relations ginia, both to be a Member of the Fed- for the federally compelled disclosure To hold hearings to examine the nomina- eral Election Commission. of information by certain persons con- tions of Linda Thomas-Greenfield, of SR–301 nected with the news media. Louisiana, to be Assistant Secretary 10:30 a.m. SD–226 for African Affairs, James F. Committee on Finance 10 a.m. Entwistle, of Virginia, to be Ambas- To hold hearings to examine health in- Committee on Appropriations sador to the Federal Republic of Nige- formation technology, focusing on Business meeting to markup proposed ria, Patricia Marie Haslach, of Oregon, using it to improve care. legislation making appropriations for to be Ambassador to the Federal Demo- SD–215 fiscal year 2014 for State, Foreign Oper- cratic Republic of Ethiopia, Stephanie 10:45 a.m. ations, and Related Programs and Fi- Sanders Sullivan, of New York, to be Committee on Veterans’ Affairs nancial Services and General Govern- Ambassador to the Republic of the Business meeting to markup pending leg- ment. Congo, Patrick Hubert Gaspard, of New islation. SD–106 York, to be Ambassador to the Repub- SR–418 Committee on Commerce, Science, and lic of South Africa, and Reuben Earl 2 p.m. Transportation Brigety, II, of Florida, to be Represent- Committee on Environment and Public Subcommittee on Communications, Tech- ative of the United States of America Works nology, and the Internet to the African Union, with the rank Subcommittee on Superfund, Toxics and To hold hearings to examine the state of and status of Ambassador, all of the Environmental Health wireline communications. Department of State. To hold hearings to examine cleaning up SR–253 SD–419 and restoring communities for eco- 10:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. nomic revitalization. Committee on Foreign Relations Joint Economic Committee SD–406 To hold hearings to examine the crisis in To hold hearings to examine America’s Committee on Foreign Relations Egypt. crumbling infrastructure, and how to Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific SD–419 fix it. Affairs 11 a.m. SD–628 To hold hearings to examine rebalance to Committee on Homeland Security and 9:50 a.m. Asia III, focusing on protecting the en- Governmental Affairs Committee on Rules and Administration vironment and ensuring food and water To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Business meeting to consider S. 375, to security in East Asia and the Pacific. tion of Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, require Senate candidates to file des- SD–419 of the District of Columbia, to be Dep- ignations, statements, and reports in Committee on the Judiciary uty Secretary of Homeland Security. electronic form, and the nomination of Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil SD–342 Davita Vance-Cooks, of Virginia, to be Rights and Human Rights 2:30 p.m. Public Printer, Government Printing To hold hearings to examine closing Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Office. Guantanamo, focusing on the national sources SR–301 security, fiscal, and human rights im- Subcommittee on Water and Power 10 a.m. plications. To hold hearings to examine the issues Committee on Banking, Housing, and SD–226 associated with aging water resource Urban Affairs Special Committee on Aging infrastructure in the United States. To hold hearings to examine the ‘‘Fed- To hold hearings to examine payday SD–366 eral Housing Administration (FHA) loans. Committee on Foreign Relations Solvency Act of 2013’’. SD–562 To hold hearings to examine the nomina- SD–538 2:30 p.m. tions of David D. Pearce, of Virginia, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Committee on Commerce, Science, and to be Ambassador to Greece, John B. Transportation Transportation Emerson, of California, to be Ambas- To hold hearings to examine the nomina- To hold hearings to examine cruise in- sador to the Federal Republic of Ger- tion of Mark E. Schaefer, of California, dustry oversight, focusing on the need many, John Rufus Gifford, of Massa- to be Assistant Secretary of Commerce for a stronger focus on consumer pro- chusetts, to be Ambassador to Den- for Oceans and Atmosphere. tection. mark, Denise Campbell Bauer, of Cali- SR–253 SR–253 fornia, to be Ambassador to Belgium,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:15 Jul 23, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\M22JY8.000 E22JYPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1114 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 22, 2013 and James Costos, of California, to be the conveyance of two small parcels of Service, S. 1138, to reauthorize the Ambassador to Spain, all of the De- land within the boundaries of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage partment of State. Coconino National Forest containing Area S. 1151, to reauthorize the Amer- SD–419 private improvements that were devel- ica’s Agricultural Heritage Partnership Select Committee on Intelligence oped based upon the reliance of the in the State of Iowa, S. 1157, to reau- To hold closed hearings to examine cer- landowners in an erroneous survey con- thorize the Rivers of Steel National tain intelligence matters. ducted in May 1960, and H.R. 876, to au- Heritage Area, the Lackawanna Valley SH–219 thorize the continued use of certain National Heritage Area, the Delaware Commission on Security and Cooperation water diversions located on National and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, in Europe Forest System land in the Frank and the Schuylkill River Valley Na- To hold hearings to examine improving Church-River of No Return Wilderness tional Heritage Area, S. 1168, to amend cyber security, focusing on the part- and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance nership between National Institute of in the State of Idaho. Act of 1978 to limit overbroad surveil- Standards and Technology (NIST) and SD–366 lance requests and expand reporting re- the private sector. 2:30 p.m. quirements, S. 1252, to amend the Wild SR–253 Committee on Energy and Natural Re- and Scenic Rivers Act to designate seg- sources ments of the Missisquoi River and the JULY 30 To hold hearings to examine S. 1240, to Trout River in the State of Vermont, establish a new organization to manage 10 a.m. as components of the National Wild nuclear waste, provide a consensual Committee on Energy and Natural Re- and Scenic Rivers System, S. 1253, to process for siting nuclear waste facili- sources amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act ties, ensure adequate funding for man- Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, to designate certain segments of the aging nuclear waste. and Mining Farmington River and Salmon Brook SD–366 To hold hearings to examine S. 37, to sus- in the State of Connecticut as compo- tain the economic development and nents of the National Wild and Scenic JULY 31 recreational use of National Forest Rivers System, H.R. 674, to authorize System land and other public land in 2:30 p.m. the Secretary of the Interior to study the State of Montana, to add certain Committee on Energy and Natural Re- the suitability and feasibility of desig- land to the National Wilderness Preser- sources nating prehistoric, historic, and lime- vation System, to release certain wil- Subcommittee on National Parks stone forest sites on Rota, Common- derness study areas, to designate new To hold hearings to examine S. 398, to es- wealth of the Northern Mariana Is- areas for recreation, S. 343, to provide tablish the Commission to Study the lands, as a unit of the National Park for the conveyance of certain Federal Potential Creation of a National Wom- System, H.R. 885, to expand the bound- land in Clark County, Nevada, for the en’s History Museum, S. 524, to amend ary of the San Antonio Missions Na- environmental remediation and rec- the National Trails System Act to pro- tional Historical Park, H.R. 1033 and S. lamation of the Three Kids Mine vide for the study of the Pike National 916, bills to authorize the acquisition Project Site, S. 364, to establish the Historic Trail, S. 618, to require the and protection of nationally significant Rocky Mountain Front Conservation Secretary of the Interior to conduct battlefields and associated sites of the Management Area, to designate certain certain special resource studies, S. 702, Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 Federal land as wilderness, and to im- to designate the Quinebaug and under the American Battlefield Protec- prove the management of noxious Shetucket Rivers Valley National Her- tion Program, and H.R. 1158, to direct weeds in the Lewis and Clark National itage Corridor as ‘‘The Last Green Val- the Secretary of the Interior to con- Forest, S. 404, to preserve the Green ley National Heritage Corridor’’, S. 781, tinue stocking fish in certain lakes in Mountain Lookout in the Glacier Peak to modify the boundary of Yosemite the North Cascades National Park, Wilderness of the Mount Baker- National Park, S. 782, to amend Public Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Snoqualmie National Forest, S. 753, to Law 101–377 to revise the boundaries of and Lake Chelan National Recreation provide for national security benefits the Gettysburg National Military Park Area. for White Sands Missile Range and to include the Gettysburg Train Sta- SD–366 Fort Bliss, S. 1169, to withdraw and re- tion, S. 869, to establish the Alabama serve certain public land in the State Black Belt National Heritage Area, S. AUGUST 1 of Montana for the Limestone Hills 925, to improve the Lower East Side Training Area, S. 1294, to designate as Tenement National Historic Site, S. 9:30 a.m. wilderness certain public land in the 995, to authorize the National Desert Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Cherokee National Forest in the State Storm Memorial Association to estab- sources of Tennessee, S. 1300, to amend the lish the National Desert Storm and To hold hearings to examine the Novem- Healthy Forests Restoration Act of Desert Shield Memorial as a com- ber 6, 2012 referendum on the political 2003 to provide for the conduct of stew- memorative work in the District of Co- status of Puerto Rico and the Adminis- ardship end result contracting projects, lumbia, S. 974, to provide for certain tration’s response. S. 1301, to provide for the restoration of land conveyances in the State of Ne- SD–366 forest landscapes, protection of old vada, S. 1044, to direct the Secretary of growth forests, and management of na- the Interior to install in the area of the SEPTEMBER 11 tional forests in the eastside forests of World War II Memorial in the District 10:30 a.m. the State of Oregon, S. 1309, to with- of Columbia a suitable plaque or an in- Committee on Appropriations draw and reserve certain public land scription with the words that President Subcommittee on Financial Services and under the jurisdiction of the Secretary Franklin D. Roosevelt prayed with the General Government of the Interior for military uses, H.R. United States on D–Day, June 6, 1944, To hold hearings to examine proposed 507, to provide for the conveyance of S. 1071, to authorize the Secretary of budget estimates and justification for certain land inholdings owned by the the Interior to make improvements to fiscal year 2014 for the Federal Commu- United States to the Pascua Yaqui support facilities for National Historic nications Commission. Tribe of Arizona, H.R. 862, to authorize Sites operated by the National Park SD–138

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H. Res. 312, providing for consideration of the homeland security, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 388 bill (H.R. 2397) making appropriations for the De- yeas to 3 nays, Roll No. 375. Pages H4837–40 partment of Defense for the fiscal year ending Sep- Recess: The House recessed at 5:24 p.m. and recon- tember 30, 2014, and for other purposes; and pro- vened at 6:30 p.m. Page H4839 viding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2610) making appropriations for the Departments of Trans- Recess: The House recessed at 9:12 p.m. and recon- portation, and Housing and Urban Development, vened at 9:58 p.m. Page H4855 and related agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- Quorum Calls—Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes de- tember 30, 2014, and for other purposes (H. Rept. veloped during the proceedings of today and appear 113–170). Pages H4855–56 on pages H4839–40 and H4840–41. There were no quorum calls. Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Womack to act as Speaker Adjournment: The House met at 12 noon and ad- pro tempore for today. Page H4829 journed at 10 p.m. Recess: The House recessed at 12:07 p.m. and re- convened at 2 p.m. Page H4830 Committee Meetings Recess: The House recessed at 2:08 p.m. and recon- Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on vened at 4:32 p.m. Page H4831 Health began a markup on Committee print to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to re- Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules form the sustainable growth rate and Medicare pay- and pass the following measures: ment for physicians’ services, and for other purposes. Three Kids Mine Remediation and Reclamation Act: H.R. 697, amended, to provide for the convey- TRANSPORTATION, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND RELATED ance of certain Federal land in Clark County, Ne- AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2014; vada, for the environmental remediation and rec- AND DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE lamation of the Three Kids Mine Project Site; APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2014 Pages H4831–33 Committee on Rules: Full Committee held a hearing on California Coastal National Monument Expan- H.R. 2610, the ‘‘Transportation Housing and Urban sion Act of 2013: H.R. 1411, amended, to include Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations the Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands in the Cali- Act, 2014’’; and H.R. 2397, the ‘‘Department of fornia Coastal National Monument as a part of the Defense Appropriations Act, 2014’’. The Committee National Landscape Conservation System; granted, by record vote of 8–4, a structured rule for Pages H4833–36 H.R. 2397. The rule provides one hour of general Amending title 23, United States Code, with re- debate equally divided and controlled by the chair spect to the operation of vehicles on certain Wis- and ranking minority member of the Committee on consin highways: H.R. 2353, to amend title 23, Appropriations. The rule waives all points of order United States Code, with respect to the operation of against consideration of the bill. The rule provides vehicles on certain Wisconsin highways; Page H4836 that the bill shall be considered as read through Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for page 157, line 2. The rule waives points of order the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law against provisions in the bill for failure to comply Enforcement Torch Run: H. Con. Res. 44, to au- with clause 2 of rule XXI. The rule makes in order thorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Dis- only those amendments printed in the Rules Com- trict of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement mittee report, the amendment described in section 2 2 of the resolution, and amendments en bloc described Torch Run, by a ⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 388 yeas in section 3 of the resolution. The rule waives all with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 376; and points of order against amendments printed in the Pages H4836–37, H4840–41 Rules Committee report and against amendments en WMD Intelligence and Information Sharing Act bloc described in section 3 of the resolution. Each of 2013: H.R. 1542, to amend the Homeland Secu- amendment printed in the Rules Committee report rity Act of 2002 to establish weapons of mass de- shall be considered only in the order printed in the struction intelligence and information sharing func- report, may be offered only by a Member designated tions of the Office of Intelligence and Analysis of the in the report, shall be considered as read, shall be Department of Homeland Security and to require debatable for the time specified in the report equally dissemination of information analyzed by the De- divided and controlled by the proponent and an op- partment to entities with responsibilities relating to ponent, may be withdrawn by the proponent at any

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time before action thereon, shall not be subject to COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR TUESDAY, amendment, and shall not be subject to a demand JULY 23, 2013 for divisions of the question. In section 2, the rule (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) provides that after disposition of amendments print- ed in the report and amendments en bloc described Senate in section 3 of the resolution, it shall be in order for Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: to hold the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his hearings to examine the nominations of Krysta L. designee to offer an amendment reducing funding Harden, of Georgia, to be Deputy Secretary, and Robert levels in the bill. In section 3, the rule provides that Bonnie, of Virginia, to be Under Secretary for Natural it shall be in order at any time for the chair of the Resources and Environment, both of the Department of Committee on Appropriations or his designee to Agriculture, 10:30 a.m., SR–328A. offer amendments en bloc consisting of amendments Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, business meeting to printed in the report not earlier disposed of. Amend- mark up proposed legislation making appropriations for ments en bloc shall be considered as read, shall be fiscal year 2014 for Financial Services and General Gov- debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and con- ernment, 10 a.m., SD–138. trolled by the chair and ranking minority member Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Re- of the Committee on Appropriations or their des- lated Programs, business meeting to mark up proposed ignees, shall not be subject to amendment, and shall legislation making appropriations for fiscal year 2014 for not be subject to a demand for division of the ques- the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related tion. The original proponent of an amendment in- Programs, 10:30 a.m., SD–124. Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Sub- cluded in such amendments en bloc may insert a committee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Pro- statement in the Congressional Record. In section 4, tection, to hold hearings to examine financial holding the rule provides that after the conclusion of consid- companies, focusing on if banks should control power eration of the bill for amendment, there shall be in plants, warehouses, and oil refineries, 10 a.m., SD–538. order a final period of general debate, which shall Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, and Invest- not exceed 10 minutes equally divided and con- ment, to hold hearings to examine creating a housing fi- trolled by the chair and ranking minority member nance system built to last, focusing on ensuring access for of the Committee on Appropriations. In section 5, community institutions, 3 p.m., SD–538. Committee on the Budget: to hold hearings to examine the the rule provides one motion to recommit with or impact of sequestration on national security and the econ- without instructions. In section 6, the rule provides omy, 10:30 a.m., SD–608. an open rule for H.R. 2610. The rule provides one Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Sub- hour of general debate equally divided and con- committee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast trolled by the chair and ranking minority member Guard, to hold hearings to examine New England and of the Committee on Appropriations. The rule mid-Atlantic perspectives on ‘‘Magnuson-Stevens Act’’ re- waives all points of order against consideration of the authorization, 10 a.m., SR–253. bill. The rule waives points of order against provi- Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: to resume hearings to examine S. 1273, to establish a partnership sions in the bill for failure to comply with clause 2 between States that produce energy onshore and offshore of rule XXI. The rule provides that the bill shall be for our country with the Federal Government, 2:30 p.m., considered for amendment under the five-minute SD–366. rule. The rule authorizes the Chair to accord priority Committee on Environment and Public Works: to hold hear- in recognition to Members who have pre-printed ings to examine the nominations of Kenneth J. Kopocis, their amendments in the Congressional Record. The of Virginia, to be an Assistant Administrator for the Of- rule provides one motion to recommit with or with- fice of Water, James J. Jones, of the District of Colum- out instructions. bia, to be Assistant Administrator for Toxic Substances, and Avi Garbow, of Virginia, to be General Counsel, all Testimony was heard from Chairman Young (FL) of the Environmental Protection Agency, 10 a.m., and Representatives Visclosky, Latham, Price (NC), SD–406. Polis, Gohmert, Welch, Fleming, Gabbard, Amash, Committee on Foreign Relations: to receive a closed brief- O’Rourke, Gibson, Mulvaney, Bridenstine, and Sca- ing on nuclear employment, 10:15 a.m., SVC–217. lise. Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine the nominations of Joseph Y. Yun, of Oregon, to be Ambas- sador to Malaysia, Daniel A. Clune, of Maryland, to be Joint Meetings Ambassador to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, No joint committee meetings were held. and Morrell John Berry, of Maryland, to be Ambassador to Australia, all of the Department of State, 9 a.m., SD–419.

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Full Committee, business meeting to consider S. Res. Committee on Foreign Affairs, Subcommittee on Asia and 156, expressing the sense of the Senate on the 10-year an- the Pacific, hearing entitled ‘‘Asia: The Cyber Security niversary of NATO Allied Command Transformation, Battleground’’, 2 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. embassy security legislation, and the nominations of Vic- Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Bor- toria Nuland, of Virginia, to be Assistant Secretary for der and Maritime Security, hearing entitled ‘‘A Study in European and Eurasian Affairs, Douglas Edward Lute, of Contrasts: House and Senate Approaches to Border Secu- Indiana, to be United States Permanent Representative on rity’’, 10 a.m., 311 Cannon. the Council of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Immigra- with the rank and status of Ambassador, and Daniel tion and Border Security, hearing entitled ‘‘Addressing Brooks Baer, of Colorado, to be U.S. Representative to the Immigration Status of Illegal Immigrants Brought to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, the United States as Children’’, 2 p.m., 2141 Rayburn. with the rank of Ambassador, all of the Department of Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Energy State, 2:15 p.m., S–116, Capitol. and Mineral Resources, hearing entitled ‘‘War on Jobs: Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: to Examining the Operations of the Office of Surface Mining hold hearings to examine National Labor Relations Board and the Status of the Stream Buffer Zone Rule’’, 10 a.m., nominees, 10 a.m., SD–430. 1324 Longworth. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: Subcommittee on Public Lands and Environmental to hold hearings to examine the 90/10 rule, focusing on Regulation, hearing on the following: H.R. 163, the improving educational outcomes for our military and vet- ‘‘Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Conservation erans, 10:30 a.m., SD–342. and Recreation Act’’; H.R. 361, the ‘‘Alpine Lakes Wil- Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on Antitrust, derness Additions and Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Competition Policy and Consumer Rights, to hold hear- Rivers Protection Act’’; H.R. 433, the ‘‘Pine Forest ings to examine pay-for-delay deals, focusing on competi- Range Recreation Enhancement Act of 2013’’; H.R. 706, tion and consumers, 10 a.m., SD–226. the ‘‘Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park Es- Subcommittee on Bankruptcy and the Courts, to hold tablishment Act’’; H.R. 908, the ‘‘Green Mountain Look- hearings to examine how sequestration is effecting the out Heritage Protection Act’’; H.R. 930, the ‘‘New Phila- courts, 3 p.m., SD–226. Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold closed hearings to delphia, Illinois, Study Act’’; H.R. 1025, the ‘‘Berryessa examine certain intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., SH–219. Snow Mountain National Conservation Area Act’’; H.R. 1808, the ‘‘Maine Coastal Islands Wilderness Act of House 2013’’, 10 a.m., 1334 Longworth. Subcommittee on Indian and Alaska Native Affairs, Committee on Agriculture, Subcommittee on General hearing on the following: H.R. 1103, to amend the Alas- Farm Commodities and Risk Management, public hearing ka Native Claims Settlement Act to provide that Alex- entitled ‘‘The Future of the CFTC: Commission Perspec- ander Creek, Alaska, is and shall be recognized as an eli- tives’’, 10 a.m., 1300 Longworth. gible Native village under that Act, and for other pur- Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Interior, poses; H.R. 1225, the ‘‘Samish Indian Nation Homelands Environment and Related Agencies, markup on the Inte- Act of 2013’’; H.R. 2319, the ‘‘Native American Vet- rior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations erans’ Memorial Establishment Act of 2013’’; H.R. 2388, Bill, FY 2014, 10 a.m., B–308 Rayburn. to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to take certain Committee on Education and the Workforce, Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions; and Sub- Federal lands located in El Dorado County, California, committee on Workforce Protections, joint subcommittee into trust for the benefit of the Shingle Springs Band of hearing entitled ‘‘The Employer Mandate: Examining the Miwok Indians, and for other purposes; H.R. 2455, the Delay and Its Effect on Workplaces’’, 10 a.m., 2175 Ray- ‘‘Nevada Native Nations Lands Act’’; and H.R. 2650, the burn. ‘‘Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Non- Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Intercourse Act of 2013’’, 2 p.m., 1334 Longworth. Health, markup on Committee print to amend title Committee on Rules, Full Committee, hearing on H.R. XVIII of the Social Security Act to reform the sustainable 2218, the ‘‘Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act of growth rate and Medicare payment for physicians’ serv- 2013’’; and H.R. 1582, the ‘‘Energy Consumers Relief ices, and for other purposes, 1:30 p.m., 2123 Rayburn. Act of 2013’’, 3 p.m., H–313 Capitol. Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- hearing entitled ‘‘Oversight of Incentive Auction Imple- committee on Highway and Transit, hearing entitled mentation’’, 10:30 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. ‘‘How the Financial Status of the Highway Trust Fund Subcommittee on Energy and Power, hearing entitled Impacts Surface Transportation Programs’’, 10 a.m., 2167 ‘‘Overview of the Renewable Fuel Standard: Stakeholder Rayburn. Perspectives’’, 9:45 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Subcommittee on Health, Committee on Financial Services, Full Committee, markup markup on the following: H.R. 2726, to amend title 38, on legislation regarding the ‘‘Protecting American Tax- United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans payers and Homeowners Act of 2013’’, 10:15 a.m., 2128 Affairs to enter into contracts and agreements for the Rayburn. transfer of veterans to non-Department medical foster

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homes for certain veterans who are unable to live inde- other purposes; H.R. 2065, the ‘‘Safe Housing for Home- pendently; H.R. 1443, the ‘‘Tinnitus Research and Treat- less Veterans Act’’; and H.R. 2072, the ‘‘Demanding Ac- ment Act of 2013’’; H.R. 1612, to direct the Secretary countability for Veterans Act of 2013’’, 2 p.m., 334 Can- of Veterans Affairs to convey a parcel of land in non. Tuskegee, Alabama, to Tuskegee University, and for

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 23 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 23

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Tuesday: The Majority Leader will be rec- Program for Tuesday: Begin consideration of H.R. ognized. At 12 p.m., Senate will vote on the motion to 2397—Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to consideration (Subject to a Rule). of S. 1243, Transportation, Housing and Urban Develop- ment, and Related Agencies Appropriations. If cloture is invoked, Senate will vote on the motion to proceed to consideration of the bill. (Senate will recess from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. for their respective party conferences.)

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Denham, Jeff, Calif., E1109 Paulsen, Erik, Minn., E1109 Higgins, Brian, N.Y., E1107, E1107, E1108, E1109, E1110 Perlmutter, Ed, Colo., E1108, E1110 Bilirakis, Gus M., Fla., E1110 Johnson, Eddie Bernice, Tex., E1112 Peters, Gary C., Mich., E1108 Bonamici, Suzanne, Ore., E1111 Keating, William R., Mass., E1110 Pompeo, Mike, Kans., E1109 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E1109 Langevin, James R., R.I., E1112 Rogers, Mike, Ala., E1111 Davis, Rodney, Ill., E1108 Lowenthal, Alan S., Calif., E1110 Sablan, Gregorio Kilili Camacho, Northern Mariana DeGette, Diana, Colo., E1107 Moran, James P., Va., E1111 Islands, E1107

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