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Vol. 156 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2010 No. 33 House of Representatives The House met at 12:30 p.m. and was Program is a local lifeline for at-risk teers, mentors, and staff at Women of called to order by the Speaker pro tem- young women. This pioneering program Tomorrow that this innovative pro- pore (Ms. EDWARDS of Maryland). pairs extremely accomplished profes- gram has been such an immense suc- f sional women with small groups of at- cess. risk teenage girls in public high As a proud grandmother of a beau- DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO schools for a 4-year mentoring pro- tiful baby girl, I know our girls deserve TEMPORE gram. a program like Women of Tomorrow. I The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- These mentoring women who could look forward to hearing more about all fore the House the following commu- be judges, doctors, lawyers, indeed of the future successes of each young nication from the Speaker: from all walks of life, they are all vol- woman that is involved in Women of WASHINGTON, DC, unteers who are dedicated to showing Tomorrow, and congratulate everyone March 9, 2010. teenage girls the possibilities that involved for their everyday victory for I hereby appoint the Honorable DONNA F. exist if they stay on the right track. our children. EDWARDS to act as Speaker pro tempore on The Women of Tomorrow Program I include for the RECORD the wonder- this day. gives students the hope and inspiration ful board of directors that guides the NANCY PELOSI, needed to be successful, productive, ac- Women of Tomorrow Program. Speaker of the House of Representatives. tive adults. The volunteers build self- Madam Speaker, at this time I would like to f confidence, assist the girls in achieving submit for the RECORD the board of directors MORNING-HOUR DEBATE academic success, and help students for the Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Schol- give back to their community in both a arship Program: Jennifer Valoppi, Television The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- constructive and positive manner. Journalist & Author, Founder & President; Don ant to the order of the House of Janu- Founded in 1997 by veteran TV jour- Browne, President, Telemundo Network, Co- ary 6, 2009, the Chair will now recog- nalist Jennifer Valoppi and Telemundo Founder & Vice President; The Honorable nize Members from lists submitted by president Don Browne, Women of To- Katherine Fernandez Rundle, Miami-Dade the majority and minority leaders for morrow is an unrivaled positive and State Attorney, Founding Mentor & Co-Vice morning-hour debate. growing force within our south Florida President; Betty Amos, President, The Abkey The Chair will alternate recognition community. Dozens of public high Companies, Founding Mentor, Board Member between the parties, with each party schools throughout south Florida have & Treasurer; Judge Judith Kreeger, Miami- limited to 30 minutes and each Mem- implemented the Women of Tomorrow Dade County Circuit Court, Founding Mentor ber, other than the majority and mi- Program. These schools allow over & Secretary; Jamie Byington, Tax Partner, nority leaders and the minority whip, 2,000 young women to be helped by this Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P., Board limited to 5 minutes. program. And the high school gradua- Member; Donna Feldman, CPA, PA, Mentor & f tion rate of students in the program is Board Member; Marisa Toccin, President, nearly 90 percent. Linea Luxe Lifestyle, Board Member; Lisa HONORING WOMEN OF TOMORROW The Women of Tomorrow Program is Stewart Hughes, Vice President, Compliance, MENTOR AND SCHOLARSHIP inspiring at-risk young women to Telemundo/NBC Universal, Board Member; PROGRAM achieve their fullest potential through Dr. Diane Walder, MD, PA, Founding Mentor The SPEAKER pro tempore. The a strong education. And since 2000, the & Board Member. Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Women of Tomorrow project has pre- f Florida (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN) for 5 min- sented $2.3 million in scholarship value utes. to over 800 graduates of their program RESTORING AMERICANS’ NET Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- for college. The support offered by the WORTH er, I rise today to recognize a wonder- volunteers of Women of Tomorrow give The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ful organization, the Women of Tomor- these young women the confidence to Chair recognizes the gentleman from row Mentor and Scholarship Program. pursue a college degree, to realize that Virginia (Mr. CONNOLLY) for 5 minutes. As a former educator and Florida cer- they can achieve their goals. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam tified teacher with a doctorate in edu- The incredible impact this program Speaker, since it began in 2007, the cation from the University of Miami, I has had on south Florida in helping Great Recession has caused tremen- know first hand the importance of pro- countless troubled youth achieve suc- dous hardships throughout the Nation. viding our children every opportunity cess is truly phenomenal. It is because Millions of Americans have lost their to succeed. The Women of Tomorrow of the commitment of dedicated volun- jobs, in increasingly larger numbers

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 every month, including 741,000 in Janu- month. While their value has not fully Lower costs will stem from patients ary 2009 alone. Our economy contracted recovered, the average home sale price who are empowered in making health an astounding 5.4 percent in the fourth increased $45,000 from January 2009 care decisions through innovations like quarter of 2008, and an unbelievable 6.4 through January of this year, restoring expanded health savings accounts and percent as this Congress and the tens of thousands of dollars in equity by making sure that the trial lawyers Obama administration were taking of- to each homeowner. who are driving up the cost of health fice in the first quarter of 2009. Fore- The stock market, representing the care with a blizzard of frivolous law- closures were skyrocketing, up 81 per- retirement funds, 401(k)s and life sav- suits are reined in. cent in 2008, with more than 2.3 million ings of so many Americans, has grown So we should start over. Starting homes in default or seized. Our econ- almost 60 percent since its March 2009 over is the single best way to produce omy was on the brink. Nowhere was low. Although there is still a way to go bipartisan legislation that the public that more evident than in the precipi- to fully restore the value, the increases can support. We should focus on work- tous drop of American households’ net have been steady. ing step by step to enact commonsense worth. The result of these improvements to health care reform that will lower I brought a visual aid today because the American people is the blue line. It costs for families and small businesses words alone cannot do this loss justice. is $5 trillion of value restored to Amer- and expand access to affordable, high- From December 2007 through March ican households. Madam Speaker, I ask quality care. 2009, Americans lost $17.5 trillion in net you to look at that red line again. The Republicans have been talking about worth. That is trillion with a ‘‘t.’’ That decline was continuous until our inter- a step-by-step approach for months. is larger than the entire economy of ventions. Since our actions, the growth This approach would allow individuals the United States. If we dedicated the has been continuous. to buy health care across State lines, entire output of the U.S. economy, We are not out of the woods just yet. cover people with preexisting condi- every penny spent by every single per- Households lost value every month for tions, improve access to health savings son, it still would not equal that loss. the longest recession since World War accounts, as well as enact medical li- It represented a loss of $56,000 for every II. But we have turned the corner, and ability reform. The nonpartisan Con- single person in our country. Americans today have $5 trillion more gressional Budget Office estimates that I am not talking about the value of a in net worth because of our actions. such a commonsense plan would reduce That is why it is vital to stay the business, or corporate profit. The net deficits by $68 billion and reduce pri- course so we can continue to help every worth of American households is their vate insurance premiums by up to 10 homeowner recover their life savings 401(k) and retirement accounts. It is in percent. This is a plan that doesn’t and restore prosperity to every house- the value of their children’s education grow the government, and it is a plan hold. fund. It is their emergency savings and that reduces cost without a govern- nest eggs. It is the equity in their f ment takeover and without breaking homes, the single largest asset most HEALTH CARE REFORM THAT the budget or soaking taxpayers. Americans have. In fact, foreclosed WORKS Madam Speaker, it is a plan that will homes have decreased the equity of ex- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The work for the American people. isting homeowners by $502 billion Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from f alone. American homeowners who al- North Carolina (Ms. FOXX) for 5 min- BORDER SECURITY ways have remained current on their utes. mortgage payments nonetheless have Ms. FOXX. Madam Speaker, I came The SPEAKER pro tempore. The lost more than half a trillion dollars in to talk about health reform, but would Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from equity, simply because of those fore- first note that the gentleman from Vir- Arizona (Mrs. KIRKPATRICK) for 5 min- closures. And the broader housing mar- ginia fails to mention that the econ- utes. ket troubles have only exacerbated omy began its nose-dive when Demo- Mrs. KIRKPATRICK of Arizona. that loss. crats took control of Congress in Janu- Madam Speaker, for too many years This long red line represents that ary 2007. For 54 months before that, the Mexican drug cartels have taken loss. It represents $17.5 trillion of lost with a Republican President and Re- advantage of our unsecured borders, college payments, $17.5 trillion of de- publican control of Congress, the econ- smuggling drugs and people into our layed retirement, $17.5 trillion lost omy was doing very well and growing. country in exchange for the illegal from the American dream. Madam Speaker, the American peo- weapons and cash they use to keep This blue line represents the return ple have spoken loud and clear: they do their supply routes open. to growth for that net worth. One of not want a government takeover of For too many years, failed policies the very first acts this Congress under- health care. They want sensible, step from the Federal Government allowed took was to pass the Recovery Act. The by step health care reform that works. these violent gangs to grow and thrive. economy was in free fall, and Ameri- But the White House is not listening. Politicians in Washington fought each cans were literally losing trillions of Instead, they are proposing expensive other rather than dealing with the dollars. And it worked. The first quar- new entitlements that will only worsen problem. As a result, crime is spilling ter after we passed the Recovery Act, the Federal Government’s finances and over into Arizona and throughout the the economy slipped only 0.7 percent, North Carolina family budgets. At entire Southwest. and by the end of last year it had re- least there is one thing we agree on: we While our State, local, and tribal law covered and grown by 5.9 percent, the need to have a bill that will lower the enforcement do a great job with the re- largest increase in 6 years. cost of health care in America. But you sources they have, they cannot do this Housing prices had an unprecedented don’t lower the cost of health care in job alone. Securing our borders is the 22 straight months of decline starting America by creating expensive, new, responsibility of the Federal Govern- in 2007, leaving more than 20 percent of government-run programs. The best ment, and the Federal Government has all homeowners underwater with nega- way to lower the cost of health care is to live up to that responsibility. This tive equity. Not only are these home- by empowering patients, putting pa- government has begun to give this dan- owners unable to access home equity in tients in charge of their health care, ger the attention it deserves, but there case of emergencies, they cannot sell not insurance companies and certainly is so much more that has to be done to their homes without risking bank- not the government, is the solution. make up for years of neglect. ruptcy if they need to relocate for their While I agree with President Obama I am fighting for the folks in my dis- jobs. As a result of our actions through that we need to lower the cost of trict who have to live with the con- the Recovery Act, and the extension health care, the problem is that his sequences of Washington’s mistakes, and expansion of the first time home proposals, which are simply retreads of and I am continuing to push for the buyers tax credit, and overall mortgage the House and Senate bills, will not support that our border agents need. I refinancing support, housing prices sta- really lower costs. They are simply a will not let up. As a part of my efforts, bilized. And in December 2009, they trillion-dollar expansion of government I am happy to announce that I will be grew for the seventh consecutive control. touring the Arizona-Mexico border

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1175 later this week. I will be visiting with HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, JOINT REAPPOINTMENT OF INDI- our border agents on duty, accom- Washington, DC, March 5, 2010. VIDUALS TO BOARD OF DIREC- panying them on the job and hearing Hon. NANCY PELOSI, TORS OF OFFICE OF COMPLI- directly from them about how I can Speaker of the House, ANCE Washington, DC. help to address the challenges they DEAR MADAM SPEAKER: I write to inform The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- face. I am ready and eager for this op- you that as of 5 p.m. Monday, March 8th, I ant to section 301 of the Congressional portunity to make sure that the voice will resign my position as the Federal Rep- Accountability Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. of our law enforcement on the front resentative for the 29th Congressional Dis- 1381), as amended by Public Law 111– lines is heard and not the voice of poli- trict. 114, the Chair announces on behalf of ticians playing games in Washington. Sincerely, ERIC J.J. MASSA, the Speaker and Minority Leader of f Member of Congress. the House of Representatives and the Majority and Minority Leaders of the f RECESS United States Senate their joint re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER appointment of the following individ- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair PRO TEMPORE uals on March 5, 2010, each to a 5-year declares the House in recess until 2 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under term on the Board of Directors of the p.m. today. clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair an- Office of Compliance: Accordingly (at 12 o’clock and 44 nounces to the House that, in light of Alan V. Friedman, California minutes p.m.), the House stood in re- the resignation of the gentleman from Susan S. Robfogel, New York cess until 2 p.m. New York (Mr. MASSA), the whole num- Barbara Childs Wallace, Mississippi f ber of the House is 431. and, in addition, their joint designa- f tion of: b 1400 Barbara L. Camens, Washington, COMMUNICATION FROM THE D.C., Chair AFTER RECESS CLERK OF THE HOUSE f The recess having expired, the House The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- IN MEMORIAM—THE HONORABLE was called to order by the Speaker at 2 fore the House the following commu- FRANCISCO CASTRO ADA p.m. nication from the Clerk of the House of f Representatives: (Mr. SABLAN asked and was given HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, permission to address the House for 1 PRAYER Washington, DC, March 5, 2010. minute and to revise and extend his re- The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. Hon. NANCY PELOSI, marks.) Coughlin, offered the following prayer: Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr. SABLAN. Madam Speaker, I rise Wake the world with song. Let the Washington, DC. to pay tribute to a man who served our whole day be filled with blessing. DEAR MADAM SPEAKER: Pursuant to the country and who served the Northern permission granted in Clause 2(h) of rule II of For the Lord of Creation rejoices and Mariana Islands with great honor and the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- distinction. is with His people. tives, the Clerk received the following mes- May all the peoples of the Earth turn sage from the Secretary of the Senate on The Honorable Francisco Castro Ada to their Redeemer and seek justice for March 5, 2010 at 3:03 p.m.: passed away on March 2. His state fu- the most forsaken. That the Senate passed S. 2961. neral is on Wednesday. Lord, grant healing to the sick and That the Senate agreed to without amend- Mr. Ada pulled himself up by his own freedom to the addicted. ment H. Con. Res. 236. efforts, but his efforts always pulled up That the Senate agreed to without amend- May today be a new beginning of others as well. ment H. Con. Res. 239. He had to go to Guam to get a high goodness and lead to peace. Appointments: (2) Such is our prayer and our hope in Board of Directors of the Office of Compli- school diploma, but he returned home You, O Lord, both now and forever. ance. to teach others. He went to Hawaii to Amen. With best wishes, I am, earn a college degree, and again, he re- Sincerely, turned home to help his community. f LORRAINE C. MILLER, He served as district administrator THE JOURNAL Clerk. for the United Nations Trust Territory f of the Pacific Islands, overseeing the The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- Northern Marianas’ transition to a ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- COMMUNICATION FROM OFFICE Commonwealth of the United States. ceedings and announces to the House MANAGER, THE HONORABLE Then he was elected as our first Lieu- her approval thereof. CAROLYN C. KILPATRICK, MEM- tenant Governor. Though a public fig- Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- BER OF CONGRESS ure, Mr. Ada never lost touch with his nal stands approved. The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- family. f fore the House the following commu- His guidance shows that the Ada nication from Andrea Bragg, Office PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE family is one of our most distin- Manager, the Honorable CAROLYN C. guished—a doctor, lawyers, public serv- The SPEAKER. Will the gentleman KILPATRICK, Member of Congress: ants—each leaders in their own right from Texas (Mr. POE) come forward and HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, and, in many ways, Francisco C. Ada’s lead the House in the Pledge of Alle- Washington, DC, March 1, 2010. greatest legacy. giance. Hon. NANCY PELOSI, f Mr. POE of Texas led the Pledge of Speaker, House of Representatives, Allegiance as follows: Washington, DC. BRITISH MAN DIES OF THIRST IN DEAR MADAM SPEAKER: This is to notify GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the you formally, pursuant to rule VIII of the United States of America, and to the Repub- Rules of the House of Representatives, that I (Mr. POE of Texas asked and was lic for which it stands, one nation under God, have been served with a grand jury subpoena given permission to address the House indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. for testimony by the United States District for 1 minute.) f Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Mr. POE of Texas. Madam Speaker, After consultation with the Office of the the United States broke away from our RESIGNATION FROM THE HOUSE General Counsel, I have determined that mother country over 200 years ago. The OF REPRESENTATIVES compliance with the subpoena is consistent decision to throw off our royal rulers with the precedents and privileges of the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. House. looks even better today. CHU) laid before the House the fol- Sincerely, England has government-run health lowing resignation from the House of ANDREA BRAGG, care, and it’s dangerous to one’s Representatives: Office Manager. health.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1176 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 Recently, the London Daily Mail re- According to Mr. Elmendorf, ‘‘the American people know it. Our Nation ported the story of Kane Gorny: U.S. is entering unfamiliar territory in is facing a fiscal crisis of epic propor- Kane was a 22-year-old man who had its level of public debt.’’ In fact, a re- tions. In the past 5 years, Federal hip replacement surgery under Eng- port by the CBO shows that the Presi- spending has climbed from a historic land’s government-run health care sys- dent’s budget drives debt to an alarm- average of 20 percent of the American tem. Afterwards, reports say he was ne- ing 90 percent of our economy by 2020, economy to nearly 25 percent today, glected by hospital staff. He was not making the U.S. public debt load one of and it is rising. even given his medications. Kane was the highest. According to the Congressional Budg- immobile. He couldn’t even get a drink The Federal Government must rein et Office, the first 5 months of this fis- of water on his own. So Kane called the in its spending, and it must cut costs, cal year, the Federal Government ran a police and begged them to bring him just as families and businesses all deficit of $655 billion, keeping the some water. When the police showed across the 19th Congressional District country on track for a record $1.6 tril- up, they were turned away by hospital are doing. lion deficit this year. staff, who said Kane was a problem pa- We have two paths on which to set After years of trying to rein in Fed- tient. our compass. We can set our path to- eral spending under Republican and The next day, Kane died of thirst in wards empowerment or we can set our Democrat administrations, the Amer- that government-run hospital in Lon- path towards entitlement. One offers ican people want fiscal discipline and don. The police are investigating. opportunity and hope; the other offers they want new ideas. That is why Con- Madam Speaker, importing govern- uncertainties. gressmen JEB HENSARLING, JOHN CAMP- ment-run health care into America America deserves a choice that gets BELL, and I introduced the Spending would be unhealthy for everybody. Just the budget and the economy back on a Limit Amendment to the Constitution ask the family of Kane Gorny, who died sustainable path. of the United States. Under our amend- ment, absent a declaration of war or a of dehydration in that British-run hos- f pital. two-thirds vote in the Congress, Con- And that’s just the way it is. THE FIGHT FOR JOBS ON MAIN gress would be required to adhere to its f STREET historic percentage of the economy. (Mr. PERRIELLO asked and was For the last 60 years, we have only RECLAIMING OUR CONSTITU- taken 20 cents on the American dollar given permission to address the House TIONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND out of this economy. It is time we put OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO THE for 1 minute.) Mr. PERRIELLO. Madam Speaker, that limit in the Constitution of the AMERICAN PEOPLE United States. If we fail to act, our within weeks in my district, we will be children will be less free, less pros- (Mr. KUCINICH asked and was given upon the summer construction season. perous, and less secure. It is time for a permission to address the House for 1 Construction is not a Democrat idea spending limit amendment to the Con- minute.) or a Republican idea. It’s just some- stitution of the United States. Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, in thing we need to do to rebuild America. 2001 I joined the House in voting for the In fact, we’d be well on our way if it f authorization for the use of military weren’t for the gigantic snowstorms AMERICANS SAY MEDIA ARE force. having set back the building season. BIASED In nearly 9 years, it has become clear We have a chance across the aisle, in a (Mr. SMITH of Texas asked and was that the authorization for the use of short period of time, to address the military force is being used carte given permission to address the House issue of construction. for 1 minute and to revise and extend blanche for circumventing Congress’ For my nieces and nephews, summer role as a coequal branch of govern- his remarks.) may just mean time off from school, Mr. SMITH of Texas. Madam Speak- ment. but for many of our small businesses Both the Bush and the Obama admin- er, more than seven in ten Americans around the country, it means a time to istrations have cited that the 2001 au- say that news sources are biased, ac- gear up. Many have taken losses year cording to a recent survey by the Pew thorization of the use of military force after year, quarter after quarter, in the Research Center. This opinion is con- is justification for the military esca- hopes that this year will be the time sistent across party lines. Eight in ten lation in Afghanistan, for holding pris- we can get back on top. Republicans say the news is slanted, as oners indefinitely in Guantanamo or at If housing starts are not going to do two-thirds of the Democrats and Bagram Air Force Base, and even for pick up in time, we know we can build three-quarters of the Independents. Not mass domestic spying on U.S. citizens other things. We can build infrastruc- surprisingly, this is the fifth recent in violation of our most basic constitu- ture. We can retrofit existing building poll that has found Americans don’t tional principles. stock. These are good jobs that rebuild trust the media. Tomorrow, the House will consider H. the competitive advantage of this The reason is simple: On important Con. Res. 248, a resolution that would country. issues like job creation, government require the President to withdraw U.S. This town is too paralyzed by par- spending, treatment of terrorists, and Armed Forces from Afghanistan by De- tisanship. We have an opportunity to the Senate reconciliation procedure, cember 31, 2010. rise above that and to say, We will the national media present the news As U.S. Armed Forces and our allies meet this summer construction season. from a liberal point of view. begin the first in a series of large mili- We will not flirt with a double-dip re- If the media wants to restore Ameri- tary operations in Afghanistan, this cession just as we are starting to pull cans’ trust, they should report all the House must be heard from. We must re- out of it. These are good commonsense facts, not just one side. claim our constitutional responsibility ideas that make sense back on Main f and our responsibility to the American Street. That’s what we need to be people. EDITORIALS ACROSS SOUTH CARO- fighting for here. LINA CONDEMN PRESIDENT’S f f DECISION ON YUCCA MOUNTAIN EMPOWERMENT b 1415 (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina (Mr. NEUGEBAUER asked and was asked and was given permission to ad- SUPPORT SPENDING LIMIT given permission to address the House dress the House for 1 minute and to re- AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITU- for 1 minute.) vise and extend his remarks.) Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Madam Speaker, TION Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. in today’s Wall Street Journal, Direc- (Mr. PENCE asked and was given per- Madam Speaker, the President’s recent tor of the Congressional Budget Office, mission to address the House for 1 budget proposal to Congress kills fund- Douglas Elmendorf, an appointee of minute and to revise and extend his re- ing for Yucca Mountain. Without a safe Speaker PELOSI, stated, ‘‘The U.S. Fed- marks.) and secure location like Yucca Moun- eral budget deficit is on a trajectory Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, Federal tain, nuclear energy development in that poses significant economic risks.’’ spending is out of control, and the America cannot progress.

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Small businesses that are ed the President’s decision as ‘‘breath- ing his country. dealing with the worst recession in dec- takingly irresponsible.’’ He enjoyed spending time outside, ades will have to lay off workers and The Aiken Standard from February whether it was going for a hike or cut back on wages to deal with the new 17 says that the ‘‘president’s lack of riding on his motorcycle or his four- mandates. faith in using Yucca Mountain for nu- wheeler, and he enjoyed spending time The end result is what we are dealing clear waste sends a mixed signal to with those he loved, his family and his with in Tennessee right now: rationed Americans.’’ friends. As Specialist Dikcis’ step- care. To meet its budget, the State is The Greenville News on February 21 mother recently said, ‘‘Alan loved limiting TennCare patients to eight said that ‘‘the Obama administration being in the Army. He was proud of his visits per year to a physician and has broken a long-standing Federal work. He made us proud. He made his $10,000 paid to providers, no matter promise to deal with the Nation’s nu- daughter proud.’’ what the costs. clear waste.’’ I ask that the House join me in While we can’t make our State Med- And in the Lexington County Chron- thanking Specialist Dikcis for his hon- icaid program work as is, Democrats in icle on March 4, Mark Bellune edito- orable service to our great Nation, and Congress want to expand it. In the end, rialized, ‘‘liberals would stick us with I extend our condolences to his family what is happening in Tennessee will nuclear waste.’’ and friends, who had Alan taken from happen to everyone in America, and I urge Congress and the administra- them far too soon. that is the wrong solution. tion to put politics aside on this issue f f that has serious implications for Amer- ica’s energy future and national secu- TIME FOR CONGRESS TO LISTEN ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER rity from terrorist attacks. TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE PRO TEMPORE In conclusion, God bless our troops, (Mr. BROUN of Georgia asked and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- and we will never forget September the was given permission to address the ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair 11th in the global war on terrorism. House for 1 minute and to revise and will postpone further proceedings f extend his remarks.) today on motions to suspend the rules Mr. BROUN of Georgia. Madam on which a recorded vote or the yeas NASA STOPPING DREAMS FROM Speaker, the 111th Congress is starting and nays are ordered, or on which the BECOMING A REALITY its 10th week of this session, and what vote incurs objection under clause 6 of (Mr. BISHOP of Utah asked and was have we done to help the American rule XX. given permission to address the House family and our small business men and Recorded votes on postponed ques- for 1 minute.) women? Absolutely nothing, Madam tions will be taken after 6:30 p.m. Mr. BISHOP of Utah. Madam Speak- Speaker. Absolutely nothing. today. er, NASA recently announced and un- We have not passed any legislation f veiled a new interactive computer sim- that would create jobs, that would ulation that allows kids to pretend to lower health care costs, or jump-start NATIONAL ROBOTICS WEEK be going to the space station, the our struggling economy. Instead, con- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I move Moon, Mars and beyond. They said it gressional leaders continue to show to suspend the rules and agree to the would excite young people. their arrogance, ignorance, and incom- resolution (H. Res. 1055), supporting Sometimes, though, our new NASA petence by ramming through job-kill- the designation of National Robotics administrators are too shy. What they ing legislation that will increase taxes Week as an annual event. failed to announce is that also the pre- and increase uncertainty for families The Clerk read the title of the resolu- liminary design review on Constella- and businesses. tion. tion was finished successfully, which Madam Speaker, 15 million Ameri- The text of the resolution is as fol- means that after exhaustive scientific cans are without jobs. Yet Democratic lows: and technical review, there are no leaders are still forcing their unpopular H. RES. 1055 technical issues that can stop Con- and unconstitutional health care man- Whereas the United States has the largest stellation from doing that for which it dates, and implementing policies that number of academic and research organiza- was designed, to replace the space will actually discourage job growth. tions with dedicated programs focused on the shuttle with a flight capacity that is 10 The American people want Wash- advancement of robotics technology; times safer than the space shuttle. ington to start over. It is time for con- Whereas robotics has matured into an all- You see, Madam Speaker, it is nice to gressional leaders to listen to the encompassing and enabling technology that, come up with computer games to in- American people and work on real as a pillar of 21st century American innova- tion, is positioned to fuel a broad array of spire kids, but it is also cruel to stop issues and real solutions. next generation products and applications, the only programs that can make those f transform our society, and become as ubiq- dreams a reality. There is nothing AMERICAN PEOPLE DON’T WANT uitous over the next several decades as desk- technically that can stop Constellation CURRENT HEALTH CARE BILL top and mobile computing technology is from fulfilling its mission, except poli- today; tics. Thanks, NASA. (Mr. ROE of Tennessee asked and was Whereas the emerging market for service robotics in various sectors, including f given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend healthcare, national defense, homeland secu- HONORING U.S. ARMY SPECIALIST his remarks.) rity, energy, manufacturing, logistics, trans- ALAN N. DIKCIS Mr. ROE of Tennessee. Madam portation, agriculture, education, consumer goods, and others, is expected to grow at a (Mr. LEE of New York asked and was Speaker, Democrats are once again compound annual growth rate of nearly 20 given permission to address the House rushing to meet an artificial deadline percent over the next few years to become a for 1 minute.) to pass their government takeover of worldwide $27 billion industry; Mr. LEE of New York. Madam Speak- our Nation’s health care system, and it Whereas robotics is a critical technology er, I rise this afternoon to honor a true is clear that the majority of the Amer- capable in the near term of contributing to American hero, U.S. Army Specialist ican people don’t want this bill. the economic recovery by creating new jobs, Alan N. Dikcis, a native of Wheatfield, Republicans have been clear about increasing productivity, improving quality, New York. Sadly, on March 5, while why reforms being proposed should be and increasing worker safety, and equally capable over time of addressing the longer serving his second tour of duty, Spe- scrapped. This proposal will increase term labor and healthcare issues expected to cialist Dikcis lost his life when he was costs, decrease quality, and decrease result from the 40 percent increase in num- struck by a roadside bomb in Afghani- access to care for the vast majority of ber of the Nation’s elderly over the next 20 stan. Americans. I can say this unequivo- years;

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1178 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 Whereas robotics technology holds tremen- nized by groups such as For Inspiration and Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- dous potential for reducing the cost of Recognition of Science and Technology ance of my time. healthcare delivery, stimulating the dis- (FIRST) are having at inspiring students to Mr. HALL of Texas. Madam Speaker, covery and development of new procedures pursue STEM-related careers; and I rise in support of H. Res. 1055, sup- and treatments for a wide variety of diseases (6) affirms the growing importance of ro- porting the goals and ideals of National and disorders, improving the standard and botics technology and supports all other ef- accessibility of care, providing individuals forts to increase national awareness of the Robotics Week, and I yield myself such with disabilities, especially injured veterans, technology and its impact on the future of time as I may consume. with greater independence and dignity, and the Nation. National Robotics Week, which annu- enhancing overall patient health outcomes; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ally occurs during the second full week Whereas robotics technology is proving es- ant to the rule, the gentleman from of April, recognizes the transformative sential to our national defense and homeland role of robotics technology, the ability Washington (Mr. BAIRD) and the gen- security by enabling the ongoing develop- of robotics to inspire and educate, and tleman from Texas (Mr. HALL) each ment and fielding of unmanned air, ground, the need to underscore education at all and maritime systems that today help keep will control 20 minutes. our Nation’s war-fighters and protectors out The Chair recognizes the gentleman levels. This event celebrates the U.S. of harm’s way, and in the long run will serve from Washington. as a leader in robotics technology, which becomes more prevalent in our as a highly effective force multiplier; GENERAL LEAVE lives with each passing year. Whereas robotics is a key transformative Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I ask technology that can revolutionize American The mission of National Robotics manufacturing by enabling small and mid- unanimous consent that all Members Week is to educate the public about the sized companies to cost effectively combine may have 5 legislative days to revise social and cultural impacts of robotics highly skilled workers and highly adaptable, and extend their remarks and to in- technology and to inspire students of precise, and reliable equipment to create and clude extraneous material on H. Res. all ages to pursue careers in robotics make high value products in high-stakes in- 1055, the resolution now under consid- dustries; and other science, technology, engi- eration. neering, and mathematics-related Whereas robotics is rapidly proving to be The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there one of the most effective, compelling, and fields. engaging means for teaching and reinforcing objection to the request of the gen- Events are scheduled around the fundamental science, technology, engineer- tleman from Washington? country for this purpose. For those who ing, and mathematics (STEM) concepts as There was no objection. cannot attend in person, the National well as inspiring the Nation’s youth to pur- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I yield Robotics Week Web site provides other sue STEM-related careers thereby helping to myself such time as I may consume. ways for parents and teachers to get create a highly-skilled, 21st century Amer- I rise today in support of H.R. 1055, a ican workforce; involved. resolution supporting the designation Affecting numerous sectors of our Whereas America’s ability to maintain its of National Robotics Week as an an- leadership position and be both globally economy, including national defense, nual event. robotics will continue to be an emerg- competitive and cooperative in a wide range National Robotics Week is observed of rapidly emerging markets is being cur- ing market, with substantial growth rently challenged by other regions, including the second week of April. Its purpose is expected. As such it is important for us the European Union, Korea, and Japan, who to celebrate the United States as a to recognize the many aspects of the have committed to making multi-billion dol- leader in robotics technology develop- specialized field. lar, long-term investments in further devel- ment, to educate the public about how Despite the projected growth, the oping and commercializing robotics tech- robotics technology impacts our soci- United States is facing a shortage of nology; ety, and to inspire students of all ages graduates in STEM-related fields. Na- Whereas there is a strong need to recognize to pursue careers in robotics and other America’s leadership in robotics technology, tional Robotics Week is yet another educate the public on robotics technology’s science, technology, engineering, and tool to help parents and teachers moti- broad potential, growing importance, and fu- mathematics fields. vate and inspire our children to learn ture impact on American society, underscore Robotics technology is an increas- about the exciting role robotics plays the need for increased investment in robotics ingly important technology for United in our everyday world. Somewhere out technology research and development, and States innovation and competitiveness, there, the next Isaac Asimov is receiv- inspire the Nation’s youth to pursue careers helping to create new jobs and increase in robotics and other STEM-related fields; ing inspiration. Perhaps it is at a Na- productivity. It has potentially trans- tional Robotics Week event. and formative implications for a broad Whereas the second week in April each Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- year is designated as ‘‘National Robotics range of sectors, including health care, ance of my time. Week’’, recognizing the accomplishments of national defense, homeland security, Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I would Isaac Asimov, who immigrated to America, energy, manufacturing, transportation, just mention, as my dear friend from taught science, wrote science books for chil- and agriculture. Texas pointed out, that anybody who dren and adults, first used the term robotics, At the same time, as the United has had the opportunity to visit some developed the Three Laws of Robotics, and States struggles to maintain a highly of these nationwide competitions and died in April, 1992: Now, therefore, be it skilled STEM workforce, robotics tech- see the enthusiasm of these young peo- Resolved, That the House of Representa- nology has the ability to inspire young tives— ple as their robots compete in every- (1) supports the designation of National people and get them excited about thing from pushing balls around to try Robotics Week (NRW) as an annual event; science and technology. It is precisely to score goals in robotic soccer to (2) encourages institutions of higher edu- this kind of enthusiasm that robotics mock combat, what you really see is cation and companies which utilize robotics technology and robotics competitions people who have really put their hearts technology to hold open houses during NRW offer to our children that will encour- and minds into something, an enthusi- to help explain the technology and its appli- age them to consider careers in STEM- astic learning experience that, as Mr. cations; related fields. HALL pointed out, will really inspire (3) encourages science museums to orga- I particularly want to thank and ac- nize events and demonstrations during NRW these people to careers in science, tech- that help to educate and engage the public knowledge the hard work of Represent- nology, engineering, and math. on the utility, importance, and impact of ro- atives MIKE DOYLE from Pennsylvania We need more of these folks, and this botics technology; and PHIL GINGREY from Georgia for in- legislation helps champion that idea. I (4) encourages schools, clubs, and organiza- troducing this bipartisan resolution. again urge its passage. tions to hold open houses, organize local Representatives DOYLE and GINGREY I have no further requests for time, competitions, and demonstrate student ac- are the co-chairs of the Congressional and I reserve the balance of my time. tivities relating to the field of robotics tech- Robotics Caucus, and they have made Mr. DOYLE. Madam Speaker, I rise today in nology; it a priority to educate Members of support of H. Res. 1055, legislation to support (5) encourages activities that advance the use of robotics to revolutionize the way fun- Congress about robotics technology the designation of National Robotics Week as damental science, technology, engineering, and the important role that it plays in an annual event. and mathematics (STEM) concepts are our competitiveness. I introduced this legislation because the in- taught in the classroom and that highlight I would urge support of this resolu- crease in the number of emerging and poten- the success that robotics competitions orga- tion. tial applications for robotics is astounding, and

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1179 I believe Americans should know more about such as RedZone, Seegrid, Aethon and RE I introduced H. Res. 1055 earlier this year to the important role the field of robotics will play Squared. recognize the observation of National Robotics in our national security and economic health in Pittsburgh is also the long-time home of one Week. It’s my hope that this Congressional the coming decades. of the giants of the robotics industry, Red resolution will help give National Robotics Robotics has come a long way in the last 20 Whitaker, distinguished professor of robotics Week—and the important goals it seeks to years, but most Americans still think of real-life at Carnegie Mellon University and the leader promote—a higher profile. robots as confined to the assembly line. Noth- of the CMU team that won the 2007 DARPA I urge my colleagues to support this impor- ing could be further from the truth. Grand Challenge, a cross-country long-dis- tant legislation. Recently, we’ve seen advanced next-gen- tance race for robotic cars. Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Madam Speaker, eration robotics playing an important role in At the state-level, Pennsylvania has a total I rise in strong support of H. Res. 1055, a res- our military for our national defense. Un- of 45 robotics companies with over 2,000 em- olution supporting the designation of the 2nd manned aerial vehicles today provide life-sav- ployees. Nationwide, the figures are even larg- week of April as National Robotics Week. As ing reconnaissance support for our troops in er and growing dramatically. That is why the co-chair of the Congressional Robotics Cau- Iraq and Afghanistan, and the rocket-armed Congressional Robotics Caucus was estab- cus and lead Republican sponsor of this reso- Predator UAV is reportedly the most effective lished—and why we’re discussing National lution, I would like to commend my colleague tool we have for attacking the Al-Qaeda and Robotics Week here today. from Pennsylvania, Mr. DOYLE, for his leader- Taliban leadership and infrastructure. In addi- National Robotics Week is the brainchild of ship in robotics and as the chief author of this tion, our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan have a number of universities and companies work- legislation. benefited greatly from the development and ing to promote the development and adoption Science, technology, engineering, and math- deployment of mobile robots that detect and of robotics technology. The consortium works ematics, STEM, education is instrumental to disarm IEDs—the improvised explosive de- closely with the House Robotics Caucus, our ability to stay at the cutting edge of the vices that have posed the greatest threat to which Representative GINGREY and I have the global economy. Yet, the United States is fall- our troops on the ground in those countries. honor of co-chairing. ing behind the rest of the world in the number Robotics is growing in economic importance The Robotics Caucus focuses on key issues of students that are graduating from STEM as well. Robots are now being used to per- facing the nation’s traditional industrial robotics fields. form surgeries, fill prescriptions, and deliver industry and, perhaps even more importantly, Madam Speaker, according to a 2006 Asso- supplies and materials, in addition to the role those issues critical to newly forming compa- ciation of American Universities study, 50 per- they’ve filled for many years working on the nies, markets, and industries based on ad- cent of students in China receive their under- assembly line. The Robotics Industry Associa- vances in technology that enable robots to graduate degrees in natural science or engi- tion estimates that nearly 200,000 robots are perform functions beyond traditional assembly neering; in Singapore, that number is 67 per- now used in the United States, and it’s esti- line tasks and operate in environments beyond cent, and 38 percent of South Korea’s grad- mated that more than one million robots are the factory floor. Our goals include: Increasing uates fall into these fields. Unfortunately, the being used worldwide. Even during the current general awareness of robotics industry chal- United States is lagging behind with a stag- economic downturn, orders for robotic tech- lenges and issues among Members of Con- gering 15 percent of graduates in natural nology in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and gress and policy analysts in federal govern- science or engineering. food and consumer goods sectors rose signifi- ment; educating Members of Congress and H. Res. 1055 reflects the support and un- cantly. congressional staff on current and future re- derstanding that the promotion of robotics will The emerging market for robotics in various search, development, and utilization initiatives help inspire current and future students to pur- sectors, including health care, national de- regarding robotics; serving as a forum where sue careers in robotics and other various fense, homeland security, energy, manufac- robotics-related policy issues can be ex- STEM-related fields. In addition to simply sup- turing, logistics, transportation, agriculture, changed, debated, and discussed; and ensur- porting the designation of National Robotics education, and consumer goods, is expected ing that our nation remains globally competi- Week, this resolution encourages schools, uni- to grow at an annual rate of nearly 20 percent tive as the robotics industry rapidly expands versities, and other robotics companies to use over the next few years to become a $27 bil- and begins to exert a profound effect on the that week as a way to demonstrate the im- lion industry worldwide, and one new study way our citizens live their lives. pressive and ongoing technological advance- predicts that the personal robotics market for Representative WAMP and I established the ments in the field of robotics. products like the Aibo, the iSobot, the Looj, Caucus in 2007. Today, the Caucus has over Madam Speaker, as a graduate of Georgia and the Roomba will be worth $15 billion by 30 members from across the country. Tech with a degree in chemistry, STEM edu- 2015. About a year ago, the group of universities cation is an issue that is near and dear to me, It’s clear to me that robotics technology will and businesses that serve on the advisory and I am very happy to see this body consider drive much of the growth in the world econ- committee for the Robotics Caucus completed a resolution that supports National Robotics omy in the coming decades, much as com- a national ‘‘road map’’ to promote robotics Week. Robotics technology gives students a puter technology did over the last 30 years, technology. ‘‘hands on’’ learning experience and can pro- and I want America to be the world leader in One of the steps contained in the road map vide them with the tools to keep them en- this exciting technology. was to raise public awareness of the potential gaged in STEM fields with the hope that those I’m proud to note that the Congressional robotics holds for our nation’s growth in the students will pursue higher education opportu- District I have the honor of representing is al- coming years and encourage young people to nities and careers in those cutting edge fields. ready a world leader in researching and devel- pursue science, technology, engineering, and I urge all of my colleagues to support H. oping robotics technology. In 1999, in fact, the math educations essential for maintaining U.S. Res. 1055. Wall Street Journal nicknamed Pittsburgh leadership in this important field. The road Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Madam ‘‘Roboburgh.’’ map identified the establishment of an annual Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H. Carnegie Mellon University has been lead- national robotics week as a good way to help Res. 1055, ‘‘Supporting the designation of Na- ing the world in integrating robotic tech- achieve that goal. The week of April 10th to tional Robotics Week as an annual event,’’ in- nologies into everyday life for over 30 years. 18th this year will be the first of these annual troduced by my distinguished colleague from Carnegie Mellon’s Robotics Institute has near- events to raise national awareness of robotics Pennsylvania, Representative DOYLE. ly 350 full and part-time employees conducting technology and its potential impact on the fu- Robotics was a term first used by Isaac research in a number of robotics-related fields, ture of the Nation. Asimov, who immigrated to America, wrote including space robotics, medical robotics, Over the course of that week, robotics com- science books for children and adults and de- computer vision, and artificial intelligence, to panies, museums, schools, and universities veloped the Three Laws of Robotics. Robotics name a few. All told, the Robotics Institute has will hold events to educate the public and get is rapidly proving to be one of the more effec- about 100 research projects and an annual re- young people interested in pursuing careers in tive, compelling, and engaging means for search budget of $55 million. Current projects fields associated with robotics. In Pittsburgh, teaching and reinforcing fundamental science, include a lunar prospector robot for NASA and for example, Carnegie Mellon University and technology, engineering, and mathematic, two USDA programs applying robotic tech- the Carnegie Science Center will be holding STEM, concepts. It is also a major vehicle for nologies to agricultural production. open houses and other events for the public, influencing the Nation’s youth to pursue Pittsburgh is home to first generation com- and there will be a demonstration of an un- STEM-related careers, which is helping to cre- panies like Bombardier Transportation and manned helicopter by SkEyes Unlimited, a ate a highly-skilled 21st century workforce. McKesson; and second generation companies local robotics company. Robotics is a key transformative technology

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1180 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 that can revolutionize American manufacturing the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Washington (Mr. BAIRD) and the gen- by enabling small and mid-sized companies to BAIRD) that the House suspend the tleman from Texas (Mr. HALL) each cost effectively combine highly skilled workers rules and agree to the resolution, H. will control 20 minutes. and highly adaptable, precise, and reliable Res. 1055. The Chair recognizes the gentleman equipment to create and make high value The question was taken; and (two- from Washington. products in high-stakes industries. thirds being in the affirmative) the GENERAL LEAVE Robotics technology is essential to our na- rules were suspended and the resolu- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I ask tional defense and homeland security in that it tion was agreed to. unanimous consent that all Members enables the ongoing development and fielding A motion to reconsider was laid on may have 5 legislative days to revise of unmanned air, ground, and maritime sys- the table. and extend their remarks and to in- tems that today keep our Nation’s war-fighters clude extraneous material on H. Res. f and protectors out of harm’s way, and in the 1069, the resolution now under consid- long run will serve as a highly effective force CONGRATULATING WINNERS OF eration. multiplier. Robotics technology holds tremen- NOBEL PRIZE IN PHYSICS The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gen- dous potential for reducing the cost of health Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I move tleman from Washington? care delivery, stimulating the discovery and to suspend the rules and agree to the development of new procedures and treat- There was no objection. resolution (H. Res. 1069) congratulating Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I yield ments for a variety of diseases and disorders, Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith improving the standard and accessibility of myself such time as I may consume. for being awarded the Nobel Prize in care, providing individuals with disabilities, es- I am very pleased today to be hon- physics. pecially injured veterans, with greater inde- oring the two Nobel Prize-winning The Clerk read the title of the resolu- pendence and dignity, thus enhancing overall physicists on their remarkable tion. patient outcomes. Robotics is a critical tech- achievement. Willard S. Boyle and The text of the resolution is as fol- nology capable in the near term of contributing George E. Smith, of Bell Labs, were re- lows: to the economic recovery by creating new cipients of the 2009 Nobel Prize in phys- jobs, increasing productivity, improving quality, H. RES. 1069 ics, along with Dr. Charles K. Kao. Drs. and increasing worker safety. Whereas breakthroughs in scientific re- Boyle and Smith won the prize for The emerging market for service robotics in search are the building blocks of a produc- their invention of an imaging semicon- various sectors, including health care, national tive, competitive, and healthy society; ductor circuit, the charge-coupled de- defense, homeland security, energy, manufac- Whereas the Nobel Prize is a prestigious vice, or CCD. If this sounds familiar, it international award administered annually turing, logistics, transportation, agriculture, may be because it is the device that by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Swe- makes digital cameras work. The dig- education, consumer goods, and others, is ex- den, and has since 1901 recognized the world’s pected to grow at a compound annual growth most outstanding achievements in physics; ital camera is already ubiquitous in rate of nearly 20 percent over the next few Whereas, on December 10, 2009, in Stock- consumer usage, but people may not years, to become a worldwide $27 billion in- holm, Sweden, Willard S. Boyle and George realize the device also has been instru- dustry. Robotics has matured into an all-en- E. Smith from Bell Laboratories in Murray mental to scientific endeavors as well. compassing and enabling technology that, as Hill, New Jersey, were awarded the Nobel The field of astronomy was revolution- a pillar of 21st century American innovation, is prize for physics for their invention of an im- ized by the integration of these devices positioned to fuel a broad array of next gen- aging semiconductor circuit, the charge-cou- into telescopes to capture details of the pled devise (CCD), in addition to Charles K. eration products and applications, transform cosmos in even greater detail. CCDs Kao from Standard Telecommunication Lab- have also greatly aided our ability to our society and become as ubiquitous over oratories in Harlow, United Kingdom, and the next several decades as desktop and mo- the Chinese University of Hong Kong in look inward at the tiniest particles bile computing technology today. The United Hong Kong, China, for his work concerning with their adaptation into micro- States has the largest number of academic the transmission of light in fibers for optical scopes. and research organizations with dedicated communication; Today, we also honor Bell Labora- programs focused on the advancement of ro- Whereas Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, tories of Murray Hill, New Jersey. Bell botics technology. New Jersey, is an internationally renowned Labs is a renowned research organiza- I believe that supporting the designation of research organization founded in 1925 by the tion whose name is synonymous with American Telephone & Telegraph company innovation. In addition to CCDs, work National Robotics Week, NRW, as an annual (AT&T); event will encourage all institutions of higher at Bell Labs has led to the development Whereas a total of seven Nobel Prizes for of the transistor, photovoltaic cells, education and companies which utilize robot- physics have been awarded for work com- ics technology to hold open houses during pleted at Bell Laboratories; the laser, and the UNIX operating sys- NRW to help explain the technology and its Whereas work at Bell Laboratories has led tem. For all of these accomplishments, related applications. The week will allow to the invention or advancement of such a total of seven Nobel Prizes for phys- schools, clubs, and organizations to organize groundbreaking technologies as the tran- ics have been awarded for the work local competitions, and demonstrate student sistor, photovoltaic cells, the laser, the done at Bell Labs. activities relating to the field of robotics tech- UNIX operating system, and the CCD sensor; I want to thank the sponsor of this Whereas scientific leadership in the United resolution, Mr. LANCE of New Jersey, nology, and provide science museums the op- States is made possible by robust invest- portunity to organize demonstrations that help for recognizing these great scientific ments in scientific research programs in achievements. It’s vitally important as educate and engage the public. NRW will ulti- both the public and private sectors; mately increase the national awareness of this Whereas continued support of science re- we work to try and maintain America’s particular type of technology and its impact on search programs is indispensable to main- competitiveness in the global economy the future of the Nation. The way that funda- taining the Nation’s position as the global that we celebrate scientific achieve- mental STEM-concepts are taught in the leader in technology and innovation; and ment and encourage young people to classroom and how they highlight the success Whereas the accomplishments of these sci- pursue careers in technical fields. We entists are significant achievements in the that robotics competitions are organized by are quick in this body to recognize field of scientific research and further pro- sports accomplishments. It is only fit- groups such as For Inspiration and Recogni- mote the United States among the world tion of Science and Technology, or FIRST, are ting that we also recognize intellectual leaders in science: Now, therefore, be it accomplishments of this caliber, par- inspiring students to pursue STEM-related ca- Resolved, That the House of Representa- ticularly when they have such a dra- reers. tives— (1) congratulates Willard S. Boyle and matic impact on all of our lives. If we b 1430 George E. Smith for being awarded the Nobel want as a society to do better in these Mr. HALL of Texas. I yield back the Prize in physics; and areas of endeavor, it only makes sense balance of my time. (2) recognizes Bell Laboratories in Murray for Congress to recognize great intel- Mr. BAIRD. I would urge passage, Hill, New Jersey, as a contributor to leader- lectual achievement when it happens; and I yield back the balance of my ship in scientific research and innovation in and these gentlemen are certainly de- time. the United States. serving of that recognition. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- So, once again, I want to thank my question is on the motion offered by ant to the rule, the gentleman from colleagues, and I urge passage.

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Prize in physics and in sharing their the United States to prepare for and pursue Smith for receiving the Nobel Prize in scientific achievements with col- technical careers to keep the United States physics on December 10, 2009, for their leagues in Congress, with Garden State at the forefront of global technology and invention of the imaging semicon- residents, and indeed with the Amer- economic leadership; ductor circuit, the charge-coupled de- ican people. I also thank my colleague, Whereas, on September 17, 2009, the Presi- dent named John E. Warnock, Charles M. Congressman RUSH HOLT, also from vice, or CCD. This accomplishment, Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans achieved by Willard S. Boyle and New Jersey, for his efforts to recognize Takeuchi, and IBM Corporation as the re- George E. Smith while working at Bell this remarkable achievement and rec- cipients of the 2008 National Medal of Tech- Laboratories, has greatly influenced ognizing Bell Labs. nology and Innovation; the way human beings view the world. Mr. BAIRD. I want to, again, com- Whereas Dr. John E. Warnock and Dr. The invention of the charge-coupled mend Mr. LANCE from New Jersey and Charles M. Geschke, both of San Jose, Cali- device allows for the direct capture of my colleague and friend, Dr. RUSH fornia, pioneered technological innovations HOLT, for his leadership on this, an ab- that were central to spurring the revolution images electronically rather than on in desktop publishing, which had an im- the basis of film. The CCD has given solutely fitting acknowledgment. I again urge passage, and I reserve mense and significant role in changing the the power of instantaneous imagery to way people create and engage with informa- people worldwide. This image-cap- the balance of my time. tion and entertainment across multiple me- turing device is not only more efficient Mr. HALL of Texas. I congratulate diums including print, video, and the Inter- but also is more accurate than conven- Mr. BAIRD for his leadership. net; and Having no further requests for time, tional photography. It has allowed for Whereas Forrest M. Bird of Sandpoint, I yield back the balance of my time. Idaho, invented pioneering technologies in the development of high-resolution pic- Mr. BAIRD. I have no further speak- cardiopulmonary medicine (including the ture-making and has helped create the ers, requests for time, and I yield back medical respirator), devices that helped ability to process and to develop photo- the balance of my time. launch modern-day medical evacuation capa- graphs in a real-time setting. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The bilities, and intrapulmonary percussive ven- Their design has gone on to be the question is on the motion offered by tilation (‘‘IPV’’) technologies, which have core of every digital camera, the gentleman from Washington (Mr. saved the lives of millions of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and camcorder, and telescope in existence BAIRD) that the House suspend the today. In addition, CCD is used in var- other conditions; rules and agree to the resolution, H. Whereas Dr. Esther Sans Takeuchi of Buf- ious surgical cameras, as well as in Res. 1069. falo, New York, developed the silver vana- cameras used by NASA. They have en- The question was taken. dium oxide battery that powers the majority abled millions of people worldwide to The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the of the world’s lifesaving implantable cardiac capture images sharply and effectively. opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being defibrillators, and other medical battery It’s with great appreciation that we in the affirmative, the ayes have it. technologies that improve the health and recognize these men today for their ac- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, on that quality of life of millions of people; and complishments and for their achieve- I demand the yeas and nays. Whereas IBM Corporation of Yorktown ment in winning the 2009 Nobel Prize in The yeas and nays were ordered. Heights, New York, created the Blue Gene The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- supercomputer and its systems architecture, physics. I encourage my colleagues to design, and software, which have delivered join me in support of this resolution. ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the fundamental new science, unsurpassed speed, Mr. HALL of Texas. Madam Speaker, Chair’s prior announcement, further and unparalleled energy efficiency, and have I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman proceedings on this motion will be had a profound impact worldwide on the from New Jersey (Mr. LANCE). postponed. high-performance computing industry: Now, Mr. LANCE. I thank the gentleman f therefore, be it from Texas and the gentleman from Resolved, That the House of Representa- CONGRATULATING WINNERS OF tives— Washington. NATIONAL MEDAL OF TECH- (1) recognizes and honors the innovative I rise today to recognize Willard S. NOLOGY AND INNOVATION technological achievements of John E. Boyle and George E. Smith from Bell Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Laboratories in Murray Hill, New Jer- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I move Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Cor- sey, in my congressional district. Drs. to suspend the rules and agree to the poration; and Boyle and Smith, along with Charles resolution (H. Res. 935) honoring John (2) congratulates John E. Warnock, Charles Kao of Standard Telecommunications E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, For- M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans Laboratories and the Chinese Univer- rest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, Takeuchi, and IBM Corporation for receiving and IBM Corporation for receiving the the 2008 National Medal of Technology and sity of Hong Kong, were awarded the Innovation. Nobel Prize for physics for the inven- 2008 National Medal of Technology and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- tion of the charge-coupled device, an Innovation. ant to the rule, the gentleman from imaging semiconductor circuit. The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Washington (Mr. BAIRD) and the gen- The work of Drs. Boyle and Smith tion. tleman from Texas (Mr. HALL) each represents a breakthrough in tele- The text of the resolution is as fol- will control 20 minutes. communications that may bring about lows: H. RES. 935 The Chair recognizes the gentleman revolutionary changes in the near fu- from Washington. ture. Their significant achievements Whereas the National Medal of Technology GENERAL LEAVE have helped advance the United States and Innovation (formerly known as the Na- tional Medal of Technology) is the highest Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I ask as the world leader in scientific re- honor for technological achievement be- unanimous consent that all Members search and development. stowed by the President on leading may have 5 legislative days to revise It should come as no surprise that innovators in the United States; and extend their remarks and to in- their work was completed at Bell Lab- Whereas the purpose of the National Medal clude extraneous material on H. Res. oratories. Founded in 1925 by the of Technology and Innovation is to recognize 935, the resolution now under consider- American Telephone and Telegraph individuals, teams, and companies that have ation. Company, Bell Laboratories is an made lasting and substantial contributions to the United States’ competitiveness and to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there internationally renowned research or- objection to the request of the gen- ganization. Work at Bell Labs has led strengthening the Nation’s technological workforce through— tleman from Washington? to the invention or advancement of (1) the development and commercialization There was no objection. such groundbreaking technologies as of technological products, processes, and Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I yield the transistor, photovoltaic cells, the concepts, myself such time as I may consume.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1182 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 Madam Speaker, I rise in support of IBM’s Blue Gene Server Group rep- SEC. 2. AMENDMENT OF HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM H. Res. 935, honoring John E. Warnock, resents a new age of American innova- AND HYPOXIA RESEARCH AND CON- TROL ACT OF 1998. Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, tion. These supercomputers have en- Except as otherwise expressly provided, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Cor- abled business and science to visit new whenever in this Act an amendment or re- poration for receiving the 2008 National calculations previously unattainable. peal is expressed in terms of an amendment Medal of Technology and Innovation. In addition, these computers have been to, or repeal of, a section or other provision, The National Medal of Technology recognized as the most energy efficient the reference shall be considered to be made and Innovation is the highest honor for of their type in the world today. to a section or other provision of the Harm- technological achievement given by On October 7, 2009, President Obama ful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 (16 U.S.C. 1451 note). the President to the country’s leading honored the 2008 recipients of the Na- innovators, and the five recipients hon- tional Medal of Technology and Inno- SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. (a) AMENDMENT.—The Act is amended by ored by this resolution have all made vation during a White House ceremony. inserting after section 602 the following: great contributions to technology and I join the President in recognizing ‘‘SEC. 602A. DEFINITIONS. innovation in the United States. these distinguished Americans and ‘‘In this title: These honorees have made contribu- urge my colleagues to do so. ‘‘(1) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘Adminis- tions in areas including desktop pub- I have no further requests for time, trator’ means the Administrator of the Envi- lishing, medical and battery tech- and I yield back the balance of my ronmental Protection Agency. nologies, and supercomputing. Innova- time, Madam Speaker. ‘‘(2) PROGRAM.—The term ‘Program’ means tion and technological advancements the National Harmful Algal Bloom and Hy- 1445 in these areas and others are critical b poxia Program established under section for many reasons, including furthering Mr. BAIRD. Again, I want to com- 603A. mend the sponsor of this bill, Ms. ‘‘(3) STATE.—The term ‘State’ means each health care technology for our citizens of the several States of the United States, and increasing the United States’ abil- LOFGREN, and, most importantly of all, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth ity to remain economically competi- commend the recipients of this pres- of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, tive with other nations. tigious award and thank them for their American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the I want to congratulate the five hon- contributions to the betterment of our Northern Mariana Islands, any other terri- orees and thank Representative entire society, our economy, and the tory or possession of the United States, and LOFGREN from California for her lead- well-being of our public. any Indian tribe. ership in introducing this resolution. I yield back the balance of my time. ‘‘(4) UNDER SECRETARY.—The term ‘Under I reserve the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Secretary’ means the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere.’’. Mr. HALL of Texas. Madam Speaker, question is on the motion offered by (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS AMENDMENT.—The I yield myself such time as I may con- the gentleman from Washington (Mr. table of contents in section 2 of the Coast sume. BAIRD) that the House suspend the Guard Authorization Act of 1998 is amended H. Res. 935 honors John E. Warnock, rules and agree to the resolution, H. by adding after the item relating to section Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Res. 935. 602 the following new item: Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM for The question was taken. ‘‘Sec. 602A. Definitions.’’. being awarded the 2008 National Medal The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the SEC. 4. NATIONAL HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM AND of Technology and Innovation. The Na- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being HYPOXIA PROGRAM. tional Medal of Technology and Inno- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. (a) AMENDMENT.—The Act is amended by vation is awarded annually to the Na- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I object inserting after section 603 the following: tion’s leading innovators. This award ‘‘SEC. 603A. NATIONAL HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM to the vote on the ground that a AND HYPOXIA PROGRAM. recognizes those who have made sig- quorum is not present and make the ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in nificant contributions to their country. point of order that a quorum is not subsection (d), the Under Secretary, through Additionally, it’s intended to also in- present. the Task Force established under section spire our youth to pursue science, tech- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- 603(a), shall establish and maintain a Na- nology, engineering, and mathematics- ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the tional Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia related fields of study. Chair’s prior announcement, further Program pursuant to this section. Together, Drs. Warnock and Geschke proceedings on this motion will be ‘‘(b) DUTIES.—The Under Secretary, founded Adobe Systems. Adobe Sys- through the Program, shall coordinate the postponed. efforts of the Task Force to— tems enabled documents to be success- The point of no quorum is considered ‘‘(1) develop and promote a national strat- fully sent electronically from program withdrawn. egy to understand, detect, predict, control, to program through technology that’s f mitigate, and respond to marine and fresh- today known as PDF. Since their re- water harmful algal bloom and hypoxia tirement as software executives, both HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOMS AND events; have contributed generously to pro- HYPOXIA RESEARCH AND CON- ‘‘(2) integrate the research of all Federal grams that help encourage young engi- TROL AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2010 programs, including ocean and Great Lakes neers and innovators. science and management programs and cen- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I move ters, that address the chemical, biological, Dr. Forrest Bird of Idaho served as an to suspend the rules and pass the bill and physical components of marine and aviator during World War II. Following (H.R. 3650) to establish a National freshwater harmful algal blooms and hy- the war, he founded Bird, Inc., which Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Pro- poxia; developed amphibian aircraft and inno- gram, to develop and coordinate a com- ‘‘(3) coordinate and work cooperatively vative breathing equipment to reduce prehensive and integrated strategy to with State, tribal, and local government the risks of altitude sickness. Using address harmful algal blooms and hy- agencies and programs that address marine this same technology, Bird later devel- poxia, and to provide for the develop- and freshwater harmful algal blooms and hy- oped medical respirators, which are poxia; ment and implementation of com- ‘‘(4) identify additional research, develop- still in use around the world, and con- prehensive regional action plans to re- ment, and demonstration needs and prior- tributed to lowering breath-related in- duce harmful algal blooms and hy- ities relating to monitoring, prediction, pre- fant mortality rates. poxia, as amended. vention, control, mitigation, and response to Dr. Esther Sans Takeuchi of New The Clerk read the title of the bill. marine and freshwater harmful algal blooms York began her distinguished career as The text of the bill is as follows: and hypoxia; ‘‘(5) encourage international information a scientist for Greatbatch, Inc. In her H.R. 3650 years there, she developed a lithium/ sharing and research efforts on marine and Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- freshwater harmful algal blooms and hy- silver vanadium oxide battery, which resentatives of the United States of America in was essential to producing implantable poxia, and encourage international mitiga- Congress assembled, tion, control, and response activities; cardiac defibrillators. Today, more SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(6) ensure the development and imple- than 200,000 of those ICDs are im- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Harmful mentation of methods and technologies to planted each year, most with batteries Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and protect the ecosystems affected by marine originally developed by Takeuchi. Control Amendments Act of 2010’’. and freshwater harmful algal blooms;

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1183 ‘‘(7) integrate, coordinate, and augment ex- to the National Integrated Coastal and ‘‘(6) mechanisms by which data, informa- isting education programs to improve public Ocean Observation System Act of 2009 (33 tion, and products are transferred between understanding and awareness of the causes, U.S.C. 3601 et seq.), and such data shall be the Program and State, tribal, and local gov- impacts, and mitigation efforts for marine made available through the System estab- ernments and relevant research entities; and freshwater harmful algal blooms and hy- lished under that Act. ‘‘(7) communication, outreach, and infor- poxia; ‘‘(g) ACTION STRATEGY.— mation dissemination methods that State, ‘‘(8) assist in regional, State, tribal, and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 12 months tribal, and local governments and stake- local efforts to develop and implement ap- after the date of enactment of the Harmful holder organizations can undertake to edu- propriate marine and freshwater harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and cate and inform the public concerning harm- algal bloom and hypoxia response plans, Control Amendments Act of 2010, the Under ful algal blooms and hypoxia; and strategies, and tools; Secretary, through the Task Force estab- ‘‘(8) the roles that Federal agencies can ‘‘(9) provide resources for and assist in the lished under section 603(a), shall transmit to play to assist in the implementation of the training of State, tribal, and local water and the Congress an action strategy that identi- Plan. coastal resource managers in the methods fies— ‘‘(c) BUILDING ON AVAILABLE STUDIES AND and technologies for monitoring, controlling, ‘‘(A) the specific activities to be carried INFORMATION.—In developing the Plans under mitigating, and responding to the effects of out by the Program and the timeline for car- this section, the Under Secretary shall— marine and freshwater harmful algal blooms rying out such activities; and ‘‘(1) utilize and build on existing research, and hypoxia events; ‘‘(B) the roles and responsibilities of each assessments, and reports, including those ‘‘(10) oversee the development, implemen- Federal agency in the Task Force estab- carried out pursuant to existing law and tation, review, and periodic updating of the lished under section 603(a) in carrying out other relevant sources; and Regional Research and Action Plans under Program activities. ‘‘(2) consider the impacts, research, and ex- section 603B; and ‘‘(2) FEDERAL REGISTER.—The Under Sec- isting program activities of all United States ‘‘(11) administer peer-reviewed, merit- retary shall publish the action strategy in coastlines and fresh and inland waters, in- based competitive grant funding to support— the Federal Register. cluding the Great Lakes, the Chesapeake ‘‘(A) the projects maintained and estab- ‘‘(3) PERIODIC REVISION.—The Under Sec- Bay, and estuaries and tributaries. lished by the Program; and retary shall periodically review and revise ‘‘(d) DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS.—The Under ‘‘(B) the research and management needs the action strategy prepared under this sub- Secretary shall develop Plans under this sec- and priorities identified in the Regional Re- section as necessary. tion with assistance from the individuals and search and Action Plans. ‘‘(h) REPORT.—Two years after the submis- entities described in subsection (f). ‘‘(c) COOPERATIVE EFFORTS.—The Under sion of the action strategy, the Under Sec- ‘‘(e) PLAN TIMELINE AND UPDATES.—The Secretary shall work cooperatively and retary shall prepare and transmit to the Under Secretary, through the Task Force es- avoid duplication of efforts with other of- Congress a report that describes— tablished under section 603(a), shall ensure fices, centers, and programs within the Na- ‘‘(1) the activities carried out under the that the Plans developed under this section tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Program and the Regional Research and Ac- are completed not later than 24 months after tion and other agencies represented on the tion Plans and the budget related to these the date of enactment of the Harmful Algal Task Force established under section 603(a), activities; Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control States, tribes, and nongovernmental organi- ‘‘(2) the progress made on implementing Amendments Act of 2010, and updated once zations concerned with marine and fresh- the action strategy; and every 5 years thereafter. water aquatic issues related to harmful algal ‘‘(3) the need to revise or terminate activi- ‘‘(f) COORDINATION AND CONSULTATION.—In blooms and hypoxia. ties or projects under the Program.’’. developing the Plans under this section, as ‘‘(d) FRESHWATER PROGRAM.—With respect (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS AMENDMENT.—The appropriate, the Under Secretary— to the freshwater aspects of the Program, table of contents in section 2 of the Coast ‘‘(1) shall coordinate with State coastal the Administrator and Under Secretary, Guard Authorization Act of 1998 is amended management and planning officials; through the Task Force, shall carry out the by adding after the item relating to section ‘‘(2) shall coordinate with tribal resource duties otherwise assigned to the Under Sec- 603 the following new item: management officials; retary under this section and section 603B, ‘‘Sec. 603A. National Harmful Algal Bloom ‘‘(3) shall coordinate with water manage- including the activities described in sub- and Hypoxia Program.’’. ment and watershed officials from both section (e). The Administrator’s participa- coastal States and noncoastal States with tion under this subsection shall include— SEC. 5. REGIONAL RESEARCH AND ACTION PLANS. water sources that drain into water bodies ‘‘(1) research on the ecology of freshwater affected by harmful algal blooms and hy- harmful algal blooms; (a) AMENDMENT.—The Act is amended by inserting after section 603A the following: poxia; and ‘‘(2) monitoring and event response of ‘‘(4) shall consult with— freshwater harmful algal blooms in lakes, ‘‘SEC. 603B. REGIONAL RESEARCH AND ACTION ‘‘(A) public health officials; PLANS. rivers, estuaries (including their tribu- ‘‘(B) emergency management officials; ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Under Secretary, taries), and reservoirs; ‘‘(C) science and technology development through the Task Force established under ‘‘(3) mitigation and control of freshwater institutions; section 603(a), shall— harmful algal blooms; and ‘‘(D) economists; ‘‘(1) identify the appropriate regions and ‘‘(4) an identification in the President’s an- ‘‘(E) industries and businesses affected by subregions to be addressed by each Regional nual budget request to Congress of how much marine and freshwater harmful algal blooms Research and Action Plan; and funding is proposed in that request for car- and hypoxia; ‘‘(2) oversee the development and imple- rying out the activities described in sub- ‘‘(F) scientists, with expertise concerning mentation of the Regional Research and Ac- section (e). harmful algal blooms or hypoxia, from aca- tion Plans. ‘‘(e) NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC demic or research institutions; and ‘‘(b) CONTENTS.—The Plans developed under ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES.—As part of the ‘‘(G) other stakeholders.’’. this section shall identify— program under this section, the Under Sec- (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS AMENDMENT.—The ‘‘(1) regional priorities for ecological, eco- retary shall— table of contents in section 2 of the Coast nomic, and social research on issues related ‘‘(1) maintain and enhance existing com- Guard Authorization Act of 1998 is amended to the impacts of harmful algal blooms and petitive grant programs at the National Oce- by adding after the item relating to section hypoxia; anic and Atmospheric Administration relat- 603A, as added by section 4(b) of this Act, the ‘‘(2) research, development, and dem- ing to marine and freshwater harmful algal following new item: blooms and hypoxia; onstration activities needed to develop and ‘‘Sec. 603B. Regional research and action ‘‘(2) carry out marine and freshwater advance technologies and techniques for plans.’’. harmful algal bloom and hypoxia events re- minimizing the occurrence of harmful algal sponse activities; and blooms and hypoxia and improving capabili- SEC. 6. NORTHERN GULF OF MEXICO HYPOXIA. ‘‘(3) enhance communication and coordina- ties to prevent, predict, monitor, control, Section 604 is amended to read as follows: tion among Federal agencies carrying out and mitigate harmful algal blooms and hy- ‘‘SEC. 604. NORTHERN GULF OF MEXICO HYPOXIA. marine and freshwater harmful algal bloom poxia; ‘‘(a) TASK FORCE INITIAL PROGRESS RE- and hypoxia activities, and increase the ‘‘(3) ways to reduce the duration and inten- PORTS.—Not later than 12 months after the availability to appropriate public and pri- sity of harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, in- date of enactment of the Harmful Algal vate entities of— cluding in times of emergency; Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control ‘‘(A) analytical facilities and technologies; ‘‘(4) research and methods to address Amendments Act of 2010, the Administrator, ‘‘(B) operational forecasts; and human health dimensions of harmful algal through the Mississippi River/Gulf of Mexico ‘‘(C) reference and research materials. blooms and hypoxia; Watershed Nutrient Task Force, shall com- ‘‘(f) INTEGRATED COASTAL AND OCEAN OB- ‘‘(5) mechanisms, including the potential plete and transmit to the Congress and the SERVATION SYSTEM.—All monitoring and ob- costs and benefits of those mechanisms, to President a report on the progress made by servation data collected under this Act shall protect vulnerable ecosystems that could be Task Force-directed activities toward at- be collected in compliance with all data or have been affected by harmful algal tainment of the goals of the Gulf Hypoxia standards and protocols developed pursuant blooms and hypoxia events; Action Plan 2008.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1184 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 ‘‘(b) TASK FORCE 2-YEAR PROGRESS RE- ‘‘(D) $5,500,000 may be used to carry out the I mentioned already the tragic loss of PORTS.—After the initial report required Monitoring and Event Response for Harmful this animal, but on a human scale, red under subsection (a), the Administrator, Algal Blooms Program (MERHAB); tides pose a serious neurotoxin that through the Task Force, shall complete and ‘‘(E) $1,500,000 may be used to carry out the can actually affect your ability to re- transmit to Congress and the President a re- Northern Gulf of Mexico Ecosystems and Hy- port every 2 years thereafter on the progress poxia Assessment Program (NGOMEX); member things over the long run. So made by Task Force-directed activities to- ‘‘(F) $5,000,000 may be used to carry out the we have a serious problem. It is grow- ward attainment of the coastal goal of the Coastal Hypoxia Research Program (CHRP); ing in the case of harmful algal blooms. Gulf Hypoxia Action Plan 2008. ‘‘(G) $5,000,000 may be used to carry out the We have a parallel and related prob- ‘‘(c) CONTENTS.—The reports required by Prevention, Control, and Mitigation of lem that the bill also addresses, and this section shall assess progress made to- Harmful Algal Blooms Program (PCM); these are so-called dead zones, or hy- ward nutrient load reductions, the response ‘‘(H) $1,000,000 may be used to carry out of the hypoxic zone and water quality poxia, so known because they are areas marine and freshwater harmful algal bloom of lack of oxygen. These are expanding. throughout the Mississippi/Atchafalaya and hypoxia events response activities; and River Basin, and the economic and social ef- ‘‘(I) $3,000,000 may be used for increased Perhaps the most well known is in the fects. The reports shall— availability, communication, and coordina- Gulf of Mexico, areas literally thou- ‘‘(1) include an evaluation of how current tion activities; and sands of square miles wide that if vir- policies and programs affect management de- ‘‘(2) to the Administrator to carry out sec- tually any marine organism swims into cisions, including those made by municipali- tions 603A, 603B, and 604, $7,000,000 for each of them, they die very shortly thereafter ties and industrial and agricultural pro- fiscal years 2011 through 2015.’’. because they do not have sufficient ox- ducers; (b) EXTRAMURAL RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.— ‘‘(2) evaluate lessons learned; and ygen to survive. This has impacted not The Under Secretary shall ensure that a sub- only the Gulf of Mexico, but also my ‘‘(3) recommend appropriate actions to stantial portion of funds appropriated pursu- continue to implement or, if necessary, re- ant to subsection (a) that are used for re- own coast and elsewhere in the coun- vise the strategy set forth in the Gulf Hy- search purposes are allocated to extramural try. poxia Action Plan 2008.’’. research activities. Now, within the freshwater system, I SEC. 7. PACIFIC NORTHWEST, ESTUARIES, AND The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- want to underscore a particularly im- PUGET SOUND HYPOXIA. ant to the rule, the gentleman from portant point. From the Great Lakes (a) AMENDMENT.—The Act is amended by to small creeks of West Virginia and inserting after section 604 the following: Washington (Mr. BAIRD) and the gen- throughout the country, this is a prob- ‘‘SEC. 604A. PACIFIC NORTHWEST, ESTUARIES, tleman from Texas (Mr. HALL) each AND PUGET SOUND HYPOXIA. will control 20 minutes. lem. My friend and colleague, Mr. MOL- ‘‘(a) ASSESSMENT REPORT.—Not later than The Chair recognizes the gentleman LOHAN from West Virginia, has been 12 months after the date of enactment of the from Washington. particularly interested in this. We need Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research GENERAL LEAVE to understand that these harmful algal and Control Amendments Act of 2010, the Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I ask blooms in freshwater are particularly Task Force established under section 603 toxic for the following reasons: shall complete and submit to Congress and unanimous consent that all Members the President an integrated assessment of may have 5 legislative days to revise Most of the mechanisms that we cur- hypoxia in the coastal and estuarine waters and extend their remarks and include rently use to purify water do not work of the Pacific Northwest that examines the extraneous material on H.R. 3650, as with harmful algal blooms. If you boil status of current research, monitoring, pre- amended, the bill now under consider- water to kill pathogens, that normally vention, response, and control efforts. ation. purifies it. If you boil water that has ‘‘(b) PLAN.—The Task Force shall include The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there harmful algal blooms in it, you actu- in the regionally appropriate Regional Re- ally increase the toxin and increase its search and Action Plan developed under sec- objection to the request of the gen- tion 603B a plan, based on the integrated as- tleman from Washington? lethality. If you filter water to get out sessment submitted under subsection (a), for There was no objection. protozoa and other things, as many of reducing, mitigating, and controlling hy- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I yield us do when we are hiking or climbing, poxia in the coastal and estuarine waters of myself such time as I may consume. that can purify normal water. It is to- the Pacific Northwest. In developing such I rise in support of H.R. 3650, the tally ineffective and may be actually plan, the Task Force shall consult with Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Re- counterproductive in harmful algal State, Indian tribe, and local governments, search and Control Act. This bill rep- blooms because all you do is break up and academic, agricultural, industry, and en- vironmental groups and representatives. resents a timely and necessary step to the bodies of the algae, but the toxin Such plan shall include incentive-based part- address a large and growing problem. survives. Chlorination does not work to nership approaches. The plan shall also ad- The Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) and stop these things. dress the social and economic costs and ben- Hypoxia Research and Control Act was So we have a problem that is deadly efits of the measures for reducing, miti- first signed into law in 1998 and last re- to organisms ranging from fish to gating, and controlling hypoxia.’’. authorized in 2004. And from the out- shore birds and to human beings. And (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS AMENDMENT.—The set, I want to commend my dear friend again, both harmful algal blooms and table of contents in section 2 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1998 is amended and colleague, Dr. EHLERS, for his tire- hypoxic events are spreading. by adding after the item relating to section less work on this over many years. I want to also mention that in my 604 the following new item: I stand in support of these programs own district, which has a coastal area ‘‘Sec. 604A. Pacific Northwest, estuaries, because this affects virtually every that is very economically benefited by and Puget Sound hypoxia.’’. coastal waterway in America as well as the clamming season, all you need is SEC. 8. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. freshwater ecosystems. Let me share one red tide to come in, shut down the (a) AUTHORIZATION.—Section 605 is amend- with you an example of how serious clamming season, and you literally ed to read as follows: this problem is. lose millions of dollars of business. And ‘‘SEC. 605. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. In a small lake in my own district re- for many of our hotel owners and res- ‘‘There are authorized to be appropriated— cently, a person was out with their dog, taurateurs and others, that’s the sea- ‘‘(1) to the Under Secretary to carry out playing fetch in the water. They threw sections 603A and 603B, $34,000,000 for each of son. You lose that because of a harmful fiscal years 2011 through 2015, of which, for their favorite tennis ball in the water. algal bloom, you have basically lost each fiscal year— The dog jumped into the water, re- your economy for the year. So this bill ‘‘(A) $2,000,000 may be used for the develop- trieved the tennis ball, swam back up would expand our ability to study and ment of the Regional Research and Action on the shore, and promptly died. ultimately to control these harmful Plans and the reports required by section Harmful algal blooms are what we algal blooms and hypoxic events. 604A; know in the saltwater environment as I appreciate the support of many col- ‘‘(B) $3,000,000 may be used for the research red tides. In freshwater, it’s often blue- leagues. and assessment activities related to marine green algae. They are deadly in both I reserve the balance of my time. and freshwater harmful algal blooms at re- environments. Estimates suggest the search laboratories of the National Oceanic Mr. HALL of Texas. I yield myself and Atmospheric Administration; cost may be $82 million a year, the an- such time as I may consume. ‘‘(C) $8,000,000 may be used to carry out the nual economic impact of HABs, accord- Harmful algal blooms are those Ecology and Oceanography of Harmful Algal ing to a 2006 study. This means billions blooms that produce toxins that are Blooms Program (ECOHAB); of dollars over decades. hazardous to plants and animals. The

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This bill fosters continued research that has been appropriated in recent into the causes of red tide, explores DEAR CHAIRMAN RAHALL: Thank you for years. The authorization levels are 50 your letter regarding H.R. 3650, the Harmful ways to manage the blooms, and sets percent higher than the last reauthor- Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and up mechanisms to potentially predict ization in 2004. The Federal Govern- Control Amendments Act of 2009. Your sup- when they may occur. These are all port for this legislation and your assistance ment did not spend more than $15 mil- areas of research that are beneficial to in ensuring its timely consideration are our economy and to human health, and lion per year when the authorization greatly appreciated. level was at $26 million per year, so it’s I commend the vice ranking member of I agree that provisions in the bill are of ju- our committee, Dr. VERN EHLERS, for hard for me to support raising the level risdictional interest to the Committee on his commitment to address this impor- to $41 million per year in 2011. Natural Resources. I acknowledge that by tant issue through his cosponsorship of Harmful algal blooms and hypoxia discharging the Committee on Natural Re- this legislation. are growing threats to our economy sources from further consideration of 3650, While I’m supportive of the goals of your Committee is not relinquishing Its ju- and to our economic prosperity and im- risdiction and I will fully support your re- this measure, I do need to convey some pact coastal gulf and even inland concerns that I and several of my Re- quest to be represented in a House-Senate States. While I support the overarching conference on those provisions over which publican colleagues had in committee. goals of research into these issues and the Committee on Natural Resources has ju- The bill addresses a problem that af- the development of technologies and risdiction. A copy of our letters will be fects nearly every State. However, we procedures to lessen their harmful con- placed in the Committee Report on H.R. 3650 want to make sure that the original and in the Congressional Record during con- and the regional research and action sequences, I remain concerned that sideration of the bill on the House floor. plans that are called for are not a top- this bill is too expensive and does not protect against unfunded mandates. I value your cooperation and look forward down mandate but a true collaboration to working with you as we move ahead with between the Federal Government and I reserve the balance of my time. this important legislation. Sincerely, the States and local areas directly af- Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, at this BART GORDON, fected by these blooms. We want to point, I want to acknowledge that, as make sure we are not imposing undue Chairman. is so often the case, H.R. 3650 was a col- burdens on States that they would not laborative effort, not just with my mi- voluntarily take on themselves. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, COM- Although the onus is currently on nority colleagues on the Science and MITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND the Federal Government, the activities Technology Committee, but also with INFRASTRUCTURE, identified in these plans are ones that the Natural Resources Committee and Washington, DC, December 14, 2009. Hon. BART GORDON, will most likely be executed by State, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee as well. I would like, here, Chairman, Committee on Science and Tech- tribal, and local governments. As writ- nology, House of Representatives, Wash- ten, the bill does not contain any safe- to insert a letter of exchanges with ington, DC. guards against unfunded mandates. those committees into the RECORD, and DEAR CHAIRMAN GORDON: I write to you re- During the markup, we offered amend- I want to also thank both Chairmen garding H.R. 3650, the ‘‘Harmful Algal ments that would address these con- RAHALL and OBERSTAR for their efforts Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control cerns. on this legislation. Amendments Act of 2009’’. The first amendment would have pre- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, H.R. 3650 contains provisions that fall vented any increased financial burden COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, within the jurisdiction of the Committee on to State, tribal, or local governments Washington, DC, November 12, 2009. Transportation and Infrastructure. I recog- as a result of anything in the bill or Hon. BART GORDON, nize and appreciate your desire to bring this the law it amends. Despite receiving Chairman, Committee on Science and Tech- legislation before the House in an expedi- bipartisan support, the amendment was nology, Rayburn H.O.B., Washington, DC. tious manner and, accordingly, I will not not accepted. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Thank you for the op- seek a sequential referral of the bill. How- A second amendment would have re- portunity to work with you on H.R. 3650, the ever, I agree to waive consideration of this quired the development and implemen- Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research bill with the mutual understanding that my tation of the plans initiated only at the and Control Amendments Act of 2009, which decision to forgo a sequential referral of the was referred to the Committee on Science bill does not waive, reduce, or otherwise af- request of the States, not the Federal fect the jurisdiction of the Committee on Government. Unfortunately, this and Technology, and in addition to the Com- mittee on Natural Resources. Transportation and Infrastructure over H.R. amendment also failed. State, tribal, 3650. and local governments are already Because of the continued cooperation and Further, the Committee on Transportation shouldering the burden of the effects of consideration that you have afforded me and my staff in developing these provisions, and and Infrastructure reserves the right to seek harmful algal blooms since these the appointment of conferees during any knowing of your interest in expediting this events have a direct impact on local House-Senate conference convened on this legislation, I am willing to waive further and regional economies. Furthermore, legislation on provisions of the bill that are consideration of H.R. 3650 by the Committee in the current economic climate, these within the Committee’s jurisdiction. I ask on Natural Resources at this time. Of course, governments are struggling to for your commitment to support any request this waiver is not intended to prejudice any by the Committee on Transportation and In- prioritize and fund the most basic of future jurisdictional claims over the provi- services. The assurance of the added frastructure for the appointment of con- sions of this legislation or similar language. ferees on H.R. 3650 or similar legislation. protection against unfunded mandates I also reserve the right to seek to have con- at this time should be something all ferees named from the Committee on Nat- Please place a copy of this letter and your Members favor. ural Resources on these provisions, and re- response acknowledging the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s jurisdic- This legislation has gone through a quest your support if such a request is made. number of changes since it passed out tional interest in the Committee Report on Please place this letter into the committee H.R. 3650 and in the Congressional Record of committee. Some changes were report on H.R. 3650 and into the Congres- during consideration of the measure in the made by the majority after the bill sional Record during consideration of the House. passed out of committee, and I hope measure on the House floor. I look forward to working with you as we that in the future, we can make nec- With warm regards, I am prepare to pass this important legislation. essary changes while bills are still in Sincerely, Sincerely, committee so that all Members can NICK J. RAHALL II, JAMES L. OBERSTAR, M.C., weigh in before bills go to the floor. Chairman, Committee on Natural Resources Chairman.

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Two years ago we DEAR CHAIRMAN OBERSTAR: Thank you for unique concerns. were able to authorize $90 million for a your letter regarding H.R. 3650, the Harmful I am also pleased, again, as was men- 3-year period for peer-reviewed science Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and tioned, that funding will actually be di- research on red tide. Control Amendments Act of 2009. Your sup- rected to control and prevention of this But today’s legislation builds on that port for this legislation and your assistance bipartisan effort. And Representative in ensuring its timely consideration are problem in addition to, simply, re- greatly appreciated. search. This will no doubt limit the se- BAIRD’s bill, which I cosponsored, cre- I agree that provisions in the bill are of ju- verity and frequency of this dangerous ates a new initiative on red tide, and risdictional interest to the Committee on environmental concern. will dedicate some monies to over 5 Transportation and Infrastructure. I ac- Madam Speaker, I once again urge years of finding a solution that will knowledge that by forgoing a sequential re- my colleagues to support this measure. give our Federal and State agencies a ferral, your Committee is not relinquishing Mr. HALL of Texas. I reserve the bal- real leg up. its jurisdiction and I will fully support your ance of my time. Like I said, red tide is a significant request to be represented in a House-Senate threat to jobs, our tourism economy, conference on those provisions over which Mr. BAIRD. I want to thank the gen- the Committee on Transportation and Infra- tleman from Maryland. He has been a our health, and our environment. So I structure has jurisdiction in H.R. 3650. A tireless champion of this. The am pleased to urge that we all join to- copy of our letters will be placed in the Com- watermen in his district and the others gether to protect our coastal resources mittee Report on H.R. 3650 and in the Con- who depend on this great natural re- and the tourism-related jobs that come gressional Record during consideration of source owe him, I am certain, a great with having healthy beaches by learn- the bill on the House floor. debt of gratitude. ing more about harmful algal blooms I value your cooperation and look forward I yield such time as she may consume and adopting H.R. 3650. to working with you as we move ahead with Mr. HALL of Texas. Madam Speaker, this important legislation. to the gentlelady from Florida (Ms. Sincerely, CASTOR), who has also been a tireless I have no further requests for time, and BART GORDON, champion of clean water and of this I yield back the balance of my time. Chairman. issue. Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, I want If I may, at this point, I would like to Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Madam to commend Ms. CASTOR for her com- yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Speaker, I would like to thank Mr. ments, and join her in acknowledge- Maryland (Mr. KRATOVIL). BAIRD from Washington for his leader- ment of the incredible leadership of Mr. KRATOVIL. I thank the gen- ship. He has been a real champion on CONNIE MACK from Florida. We talk tleman from Washington for yielding. behalf of clean water and clean beach- about the costs of this legislation. Con- Madam Speaker, I rise in support of es. I would also like to express my sider the costs to Florida’s economy, to H.R. 3650 and urge my colleagues to gratitude to the Science and Tech- the Gulf economy if a red tide comes in support it. nology Committee for their terrific at the height of tourist season. You Maryland’s First Congressional Dis- work on what I call the ‘‘red tide bill.’’ can’t swim in this; it’s toxic. You can’t trict, my district, is a district defined This is a jobs bill because, let me tell fish in it, you can’t collect shellfish. by the water that surrounds it. Healthy you, coming from the great State of The fishing industry out in the coast water in our district means commerce, Florida, the Sunshine State, we depend when a hypoxic zone comes in, it kills recreation, and, most importantly, on folks from all across the country hundreds of thousands of fish over- jobs. coming to vacation in Florida, to swim night. Shore birds are affected. And on A harmful algal bloom is a rapid and to fish. There is nothing like a va- and on the list goes. overproduction of certain species of cation in the warm waters of the Gulf As Ms. CASTOR pointed out and as Mr. algae that produce toxins which are of Mexico. And I see my friend and col- MACK has pointed out in our discus- detrimental to plants and animals. league here who represents the Florida sions, making sure that we understand These outbreaks are commonly re- Keys. There is nothing like a vacation what causes this and finding ways to ferred to, as you have heard, as red or there where you can spend time remediate it and prevent it is not only brown tides and have the potential to unwinding on our beautiful beaches. in the interests of human health, it is kill fish and other aquatic life by de- But there is a real threat to our tour- in the interests of our economy as well. creasing sunlight available to the ism economy and jobs in the State of I am particularly pleased also that water and by using up available oxygen Florida, like there is in other parts of the Puget Sound area, which is near in the water. the country, and it’s these very harm- and dear to my heart and near to my In recent years, many of the Nation’s ful algal blooms that cause red tide. In home, has received recognition. We coastlines, near-shore marine waters a State that employs over 1 million have got a serious problem off the and freshwaters have experienced an Floridians and where tourism has a $65 coast in terms of red tide. But within increase in the number, frequency, du- billion impact on our State’s economy, the Puget Sound region, particularly ration, and types of HABs. If we con- when the red tide rolls in, it’s a serious Hood Canal, there is a growing annual tinue to allow this problem to persist, threat, because what the red tide does development of a dead zone. And these bodies of water like the Chesapeake is it causes you difficulty breathing. It things seem to be developing earlier, Bay in my district will see a detri- burns your eyes. Dead fish will roll up lasting longer, and growing in size. mental decline in water quality which on the beaches. It’s really bad news. This bill will help us understand why. will affect the thousands of species The problem is we don’t know what The bill has support from a broad that call the bay home. causes it, and that’s why this bill is so group of stakeholders, including Ocean More importantly, perhaps, the thou- important. And it’s tied to jobs be- Champions and the PURRE Water Coa- sands of men and women who rely on cause, if we can do a little bit of re- lition. And again, I am pleased that it the bay to pay their bills will be put search and determine what the causes has been a bipartisan effort. Dr. out of work. Watermen, commercial are, we will be able to protect our tour- EHLERS, as I mentioned earlier, has fishermen, charter boat captains, and ism economy and make sure that we been instrumental for many years on any number of similar professions have have clean and healthy beaches for this. And of course CONNIE MACK has been part of the Eastern Shore culture folks who need that vacation. been as well. I thank the gentlemen for for decades. If gone unchecked, these their input. Mr. HALL has offered some professions will become less and less b 1500 constructive suggestions. And of course prominent, and an entire segment of By some estimates, red tide out- as we move this forward and work with our local economy will be hurt. breaks cost coastal communities $82 the Senate, we will try to make sure

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From New England to the struction sites, and agricultural areas. on this bill: Shimere Williams and Great Lakes, from California to South Caro- I believe that more needs to be done to Katrina Lassiter on the majority side, lina, these toxic blooms affect us all. meet the goals of the Clean Water Act ‘‘to re- and Tara Rothschild on the minority Madam Speaker, by passing this legislation store and protect the chemical, physical, and side. today, the House of Representatives is giving biological integrity of the Nation’s waters.’’ We Ongoing research, development, and this important issue the attention it deserves. should not be complacent with the fact that implementation of an action strategy I salute Congressman BAIRD and all the other one-third of the Nation’s assessed waters still are key components to addressing this Members who cosponsored this legislation for do not meet ‘‘fishable and swimmable’’ stand- environmental challenge, and H.R. 3650 bringing this matter to the forefront and mak- ards—as called for almost 40 years ago in the helps move us forward in each of these ing this research a priority. I urge all of my col- 1972 Clean Water Act. areas. I urge my colleagues to support leagues to support this vital legislation. I believe that the authorities contained in H.R. 3650. Mr. OBERSTAR. Madam Speaker, I rise in H.R. 3650 can complement ongoing efforts by One last thing I will say. Under- support of H.R. 3650, the ‘‘Harmful Algal the Environmental Protection Agency and standing the impact of harmful algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control other Federal partners, including the National blooms in freshwater is absolutely crit- Amendments Act of 2010’’. Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, ical. If a major metropolitan area de- This legislation, which is an amendment to NOAA, to address these remaining water qual- velops a toxic algal bloom, as I men- the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Re- ity challenges. However, this legislation should tioned earlier, it will be extraor- search and Control Act of 1998, provides addi- not be interpreted as allowing other Federal dinarily difficult to remove the toxins tional focus on Federal efforts to understand, agencies to overtake or otherwise supplant from the waterway. It has happened in detect, predict, control, mitigate, and respond ongoing efforts by EPA, including efforts pur- some smaller communities. It is ex- to both marine and freshwater harmful algal suant to the Clean Water Act. tremely costly, and can present an ur- blooms and hypoxia events. I thank the Chairman of the Committee on gent and immediate and hugely expen- I applaud the work of the principal sponsors Science, the gentleman from Tennessee, Mr. sive health crisis. We need to under- of this legislation, my colleagues on the Com- GORDON, and the Ranking Member of the stand how to prevent this, and we need mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Committee on Science, the gentleman from to understand how to treat it. This leg- the gentleman from Washington, Mr. BAIRD, Texas, Mr. HALL, for their commitment to con- islation will help us do that both in the and the gentleman from Michigan, Mr. tinue to work with the Committee on Transpor- saltwater and in the freshwater envi- EHLERS, and their bipartisan efforts to improve tation and Infrastructure to enhance the imple- ronment. I urge its passage, and thank the overall understanding and control of harm- mentation of the Federal harmful algal bloom my colleagues. ful algal blooms and hypoxic conditions. program. Mr. MACK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Over the past two Congresses, the Sub- As this legislation goes to conference with express my strong support for H.R. 3650, the committee on Water Resources and Environ- the Other Body, I will continue to work with the Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research ment of the Committee on Transportation and chairman and ranking member to ensure that and Control Amendments Act. I would like to Infrastructure has held numerous hearings on this legislation complements, not supplants, thank Congressman BAIRD who took the lead the impact of excessive nutrients on water ongoing efforts by EPA to control harmful algal this Congress, along with Congresswoman quality—most notably in connection with blooms and hypoxic conditions in the Nation’s KATHY CASTOR and Congressman ALLEN nonpoint sources of pollution, coastal water waters. BOYD, for their work on this important issue. quality protection, under the BEACH Act, and Increased Federal attention and account- Passing this important piece of legislation is in the Great Lakes. ability to harmful algal bloom and hypoxic con- the first step in increasing research for harmful These hearings highlighted the strong sci- dition control efforts is important. This legisla- algal blooms while ensuring that scientists and entific evidence that excessive discharges of tion provides an opportunity for increased co- experts in the field, and not politicians, deter- nitrogen and phosphorous can result in the ordination between various Federal agencies, mine where research money is spent. growth of harmful algal blooms and hypoxic, States, and other stakeholders, while building Last Congress, I introduced the Save Our low-oxygen, conditions in receiving waters. Ac- on the strong foundation of Federal efforts to Shores Act to increase our commitment to re- cording to testimony from the Environmental address harmful algal blooms and hypoxic searching harmful algal blooms. Since then, Protection Agency, EPA, the most significant conditions to date. my colleagues and I have worked together to sources of nutrients come from agricultural I urge all of my colleagues to join me in tackle red tide and other harmful algal blooms. runoff, as well as commercial or residential supporting this legislation. The committee has crafted new language to fertilizers, animal waste, sewage treatment Mrs. CAPPS. Madam Speaker, I rise today improve the legislation by including freshwater plants, and air deposition from utilities and ve- in support of H.R. 3650, the Harmful Algal harmful algal blooms and instituting regional hicles. As is evident from the ongoing ‘‘dead- Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control action plans. zone’’ in the Gulf of Mexico and the emer- Amendments Act of 2009. As a cosponsor of These are important efforts and it is time we gence of a similar ‘‘dead-zone’’ in Lake Erie, this bill I strongly support the development of recognize that although harmful algal blooms additional efforts are warranted to reduce the a national strategy to address and respond to affect our entire Nation, they are different adverse impacts of excessive nutrients on na- marine and freshwater harmful algal bloom throughout the country. I represent the coastal tional water quality. and hypoxia events. areas of southwest Florida. If you haven’t EPA has statutory authority under the Fed- Coastal regions across the country are re- been there, it’s a beautiful part of the country, eral Water Pollution Control Act, more com- porting increases in the occurrence of dev- with miles and miles of white sandy beaches. monly known as the Clean Water Act, as well astating harmful algal blooms. It is believed For southwest Florida, like many communities, as other Federal authorities, to implement pro- that excess nutrients from upstream cause a healthy environment and a healthy economy grams designed to provide protections for what are normally naturally occurring algae in go hand-in-hand. As a kid growing up in Cape oceans, coastal waters, and freshwater lakes, our coastal waters to rapidly increase in num- Coral red tide blooms were short-lived rivers, and streams. ber causing a bloom. nuisances that lasted just a few days. Today, Through the Clean Water Act’s National Pol- These increased levels of algae have dev- however, these blooms continue for months at lutant Discharge Elimination System, NPDES, astating environmental, economic, and human a time, and they have long-lasting implications permitting program under section 402, the es- health impacts along our coastlines. that threaten the environment, people’s health, tablishment of water quality standards by indi- Harmful algal blooms produce powerful tox- and our overall quality of life. It is imperative vidual States, and other Clean Water Act au- ins that kill fish, shellfish, mammals and birds. that we do more to understand and combat thorities, both EPA and the States have statu- In 2007, a devastating harmful algal bloom this problem. tory tools available to target ongoing sources along the California coastline—from San Luis These blooms cause dangerous respiratory of nitrogen and phosphorous and to minimize Obispo to Los Angeles—resulted in hundreds distress and burning eyes, as well as the po- the potential for harmful algal bloom outbreaks of marine mammal and seabird deaths. tential for severe food poisoning from contami- or the creation of hypoxic conditions in the Na- Toxins from harmful algae also accumulate nated shellfish. Harmful algal blooms not only tion’s waters. Unfortunately, there has been in shellfish causing commercial shellfish indus- affect our personal health, they also affect the mixed success in equally addressing both tries to close during blooms, which in turn health of our economy. Red tide and other point sources, e.g., publicly owned treatment leads to significant economic losses to fishing

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Increased cases of respiratory and federal agencies through the use of inno- quake, which came shortly after, with waves distress, especially among seniors and chil- vative demonstration projects. Similarly, I also measuring over 19 feet, slammed 124 miles of dren, have been reported in areas affected by support provisions in this legislation that focus Chile’s coast and accounted for a significant these blooms. our efforts to educate our citizens about the percentage of the casualties and missing; Madam Speaker, I support the directive in causes and harmful environmental effects of Whereas the threat of potential tsunamis H.R. 3650, which establishes a Federal task pollution and algal blooms in our oceans, riv- across the ‘‘Ring of Fire’’ earthquake area force that would develop regional action plans prompted warnings and advisories issued ers, lakes, and waterways. from Hawaii to as far as the California coast to address and respond to harmful algal bloom Water is our most critical natural resource and Alaska; and hypoxia events around the country. Cur- and this legislation will improve our Nation’s Whereas according to the United States rently, hypoxic areas, or dead zones, have ability to provide safe water to all. As we con- Geological Survey (USGS), Concepcion, been recurring over large areas of the Pacific tinue to experience climate change, the threat Chile’s second largest city, was 70 miles from Northwest coastline for the last several years. posed by algal blooms will be a continuing the earthquake’s epicenter and suffered some H.R. 3650 is a critical first step for devel- challenge. This legislation addresses this of the worst damage, and its hundreds of oping strategies to mitigate the impacts of threat in a measured, scientific manner and thousands of residents initially remained harmful algal blooms on regional coastal water will improve our ability to address this issue in largely cut off from the remainder of the quality, marine mammals and harvestable country without many basic necessities, in- the future. I encourage my colleagues to sup- cluding running water and electricity; shellfish. port the bill. Whereas the coastal town of Dichato and I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 3650 Mr. BAIRD. I yield back the balance its 4,000 residents were among the hardest to protect human health and coastal econo- of my time. hit, and is reportedly 80 percent destroyed; mies. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Whereas 80 percent of Talcahuano’s 180,000 Mr. MOLLOHAN. Madam Speaker, I am question is on the motion offered by residents living on the Chilean coast were pleased to support H.R. 3650, the Harmful the gentleman from Washington (Mr. left homeless by the earthquake; Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Con- BAIRD) that the House suspend the Whereas initial estimates of the damage trol Amendments Act of 2009, which recog- rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3650, as costs range from $15,000,000,000 to nizes the growing problem of harmful algal $30,000,000,000; amended. Whereas basic necessities across the coun- blooms in coastal and freshwater environ- The question was taken. try, including electricity, clean water ac- ments. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the cess, telephone access, and communication Unfortunately, I know all too well the need opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being systems, continue to be restored on a pro- for this legislation. In September of 2009, a in the affirmative, the ayes have it. gressive basis in many zones; fish kill occurred in Dunkard Creek, a 38–mile Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, on that Whereas the Government of Chile con- creek on the border of West Virginia and I demand the yeas and nays. tinues to deliver aid to affected citizens to Pennsylvania. According to news reports, this The yeas and nays were ordered. the best of its ability, including airlifting massive fish kill eliminated more than 160 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- supplies to remote towns; species of fish, salamanders and endangered ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the Whereas the Government of Chile has Chair’s prior announcement, further taken significant measures to maintain mussels from one of the most biologically-di- order and public security in the streets to verse streams in either State. The West Vir- proceedings on this motion will be prevent more widespread panic and chaos as ginia Department of Environmental Protection postponed. damage assessments are made and relief is determined that golden algae caused the kill, f delivered; but much remains unknown. How did the Whereas Chile is a political and economic EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES TO leader and a close ally of the United States algae arrive in West Virginia? What factors CHILE EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS contributed to the bloom? How can blooms be in Latin America; Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Whereas the people and Government of contained from moving throughout the water- Chile have stood resolute and steadfast in shed? More information is needed to develop Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. the face of a long history of destructive a thoughtful process to mitigate and control earthquakes; the growth and spread of harmful algae. 1144) expressing condolences to the Whereas Chile’s stringent building codes, Fortunately, the legislation under consider- families of the victims of the February which one local architect called ‘‘our proud ation today recognizes the increasing number 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as building standards’’, as well as the Govern- of freshwater algal blooms, and establishes a solidarity with and support for the peo- ment of Chile’s ability to implement them, partnership between NOAA and EPA to re- ple of Chile as they plan for recovery greatly mitigated the impact of this cata- search, monitor and respond to those fresh- and reconstruction. strophic natural event both in terms of cas- The Clerk read the title of the resolu- ualties and physical damage to the infra- water blooms. Ultimately, this legislation will structure of the country; put West Virginia in a better position to ad- tion. The text of the resolution is as fol- Whereas Chile showed its deep generosity dress existing blooms in the State and prevent and responsibility as a regional ally when it further spread of golden algae. lows: deployed Chilean earthquake rescue teams, For West Virginia, this is an ecological and H. RES. 1144 which Secretary of State Hillary Rodham economic issue. Our rivers, creeks and water- Whereas, on February 27, 2010, an 8.8 mag- Clinton has described as among the best in sheds are recreation destinations, modes of nitude earthquake, one of the largest ever the world, to Haiti following its devastating transportation, and are critical to local econo- recorded, struck off the coast of Chile; earthquake earlier this year; mies. I am pleased to support this measure, Whereas casualty estimates, which number Whereas these search and rescue teams and look forward to its enactment. in the hundreds and continue to grow, as continue to work tirelessly to save more Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, I rise in well as the destruction of entire coastal vil- lives from collapsed buildings and neighbor- lages and extensive damage to highways, hoods struck by the earthquake in Chile; support of H.R. 3650, ‘‘The Harmful Algal bridges, apartments, and infrastructure, Whereas several international urban Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control have led to the Government of Chile’s dec- search and rescue teams remain prepared to Amendment Act of 2009.’’ This bill requires laration of a ‘‘state of catastrophe’’; deploy to Chile if the need arises; the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans Whereas an estimated 2,000,000 people, in- Whereas sitting Chilean President Michelle and Atmosphere to utilize the resources of the cluding upwards of 1,500,000 displaced per- Bachelet declared the natural disaster ‘‘a ca- Inter Agency Task Force on Harmful Algal sons, have been directly affected by the tastrophe of such unthinkable magnitude Blooms and Hypoxia Task Force to establish earthquake, the tsunami, and its aftermath; that it will require a giant effort to re- and maintain a National Harmful Algal Bloom Whereas aftershocks numbering over 100, cover’’; including 8 aftershocks registering above a Whereas incoming Chilean President Se- and Hypoxia Program. This program will help 6.0 magnitude, continue to affect the coast bastian Pinera, to be sworn in March 11, 2010, to develop and promote a national strategy to and the rest of the country after the initial expressed that ‘‘The future government is address and respond to one of the major 120-second tremor, the strongest and most working tirelessly and will continue to con- problems facing our marine and freshwater damaging earthquake in Chile in the last 50 front the emergency that Pres. Bachelet is ecosystems: algae blooms. years; facing, because the emergency will not be

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1189 over in five days. We are set to tackle some- of resolve in the face of past earth- ning to get a sense of how much this thing even more difficult, which is to lift quakes. Last month’s quake was one of destruction has brought about. Nearly Chile up, to reconstruct our country’’; the largest ever recorded, and the 1.5 million homes are reported to have Whereas President Obama declared that worst to hit the country since a 1960 been damaged, and many historic the United States ‘‘stands ready to assist in the rescue and recovery efforts and we have earthquake, the strongest ever meas- structures collapsed. An estimated 2 resources that are positioned to deploy ured. million people in Chile were displaced should the Chilean government ask for our The tsunami and aftershocks from by the quake and the subsequent help.’’; this quake, one of which measured 6.3 tsunamis that swept away entire coast- Whereas Secretary Clinton visited Chile on this past Friday, led to the declaration al towns. However, the democratic sta- March 2, 2010, delivering crucial communica- of a state of catastrophe for this eco- bility and the strong government tion equipment, and vowed that ‘‘We’ll be nomic and political leader in Latin structures in place prior to the earth- here to help when others leave because we America. The Chilean people are now quake will undoubtedly enable Chile to are committed to this partnership and this respond responsibly to this disaster. In friendship with Chile.’’; and faced with an unprecedented challenge Whereas the world stands ready to swiftly to recover and rebuild, and they de- particular, its commitment to free aid those affected by this epic natural dis- serve our support. market principles will allow private aster: Now, therefore, be it Official casualty estimates number sector actors to immediately respond Resolved, That the House of Representa- in the hundreds, while another 2 mil- to certain damaged sectors such as tives— lion people, including as many as 1.5 water and sanitation. This will help to (1) mourns the significant loss of life, as million displaced persons, were di- minimize the tremendous challenges well as the physical damage, caused by the rectly affected by the temblor and the facing the government of Chile in the February 27, 2010, earthquake and resulting crashing 19-foot waves that soon fol- aftermath of the crisis. It will allow tsunami in Chile; domestic and international assistance (2) expresses its deepest condolences and lowed. In addition to the human toll, sympathy to the families of the victims of estimates of the cost of physical dam- to go only where it is absolutely need- this horrific tragedy, and solidarity with the age range from $15 to $30 billion, in- ed. millions of affected Chileans; cluding the destruction of entire coast- The U.S. Southern Command, (3) recognizes that Chile is and remains a al villages, damages to roads, bridges, SOUTHCOM, based in my home district close ally and friend of the United States; residences, and other infrastructure. of Miami, Florida, has played a vital (4) recognizes that Chile’s embrace of The international community rallied role in providing necessary assistance democratic ideals and the Government of behind Chile with financial contribu- to the people of Chile. While we are Chile’s ability to implement strict building tions, donations of telecommuni- carrying out important relief efforts in standards due to its strong governance struc- Haiti, here the U.S. military has helped ture greatly mitigated the impact of this cations equipment, and offers of expert natural disaster; technical help in the immediate after- to provide important satellite commu- (5) commends the rescue, relief, and recov- math of this 120-second quake, which nications equipment to the emergency ery actions, still underway, taken by the was 500 times more powerful than the operation and response officials in Government of Chile; 7.0-magnitude tremor that hit Haiti Chile. What an incredible statement (6) commends the United States Govern- just over 6 weeks prior. In this context, that is for our wonderful men and ment, the entire international community, it is important to highlight Chile’s women serving our Nation’s Armed and nongovernmental organizations for their generosity in dispatching some of its Forces. prompt deployment of assistance to Chile; Our military is also in the process of (7) urges the President to continue to sup- own outstanding earthquake rescue teams to Haiti in that country’s time deploying an Expeditionary Medical port the Government of Chile, as it assesses Support team, EMEDS unit, to help in- its relief and recovery needs; and of desperate need just weeks before. (8) pays tribute to the resilience, strength, It is also worth noting that Chile’s crease crucial medical capabilities in and courage of the people of Chile as they embrace of good governance, and spe- that country. And we thank them for begin the recovery and rebuilding process. cifically its ability to create, imple- their prompt action. I join my colleagues in expressing The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ment, and enforce strict building codes our condolences to those impacted by ant to the rule, the gentleman from played a major role in mitigating the this terrible disaster. The United Virginia (Mr. CONNOLLY) and the gen- effects of this terrible event, which States will continue to stand side by tlewoman from Florida (Ms. ROS- could have had so much more by way of side with the people of Chile as they LEHTINEN) each will control 20 minutes. loss of lives. The Chair recognizes the gentleman begin to recover. In spite of this epic natural disaster, I reserve the balance of my time. from Virginia. the Chilean people and their govern- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam GENERAL LEAVE ment remain committed to the prin- Speaker, I thank my good friend and Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam ciples of unity and rebuilding their colleague from Florida (Ms. ROS- Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that lives and restoring their country. This LEHTINEN), the ranking member of the all Members may have 5 legislative resolution makes it clear that as they Foreign Affairs Committee. days to revise and extend their re- go about this critical task, the United I now yield 4 minutes to the chair- marks and include extraneous material States stands with them. man of the Higher Education Sub- on the resolution under consideration. Madam Speaker, I urge my col- committee, my friend from Texas (Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there leagues to support this important reso- HINOJOSA). objection to the request of the gen- lution, and reserve the balance of my Mr. HINOJOSA. I thank the gen- tleman from Virginia? time. tleman from Virginia for yielding time. There was no objection. Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- Madam Speaker, I rise today in sup- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam er, I yield myself such time as I may port of House Resolution 1144. The res- Speaker, I rise in strong support of this consume. olution expresses the House of Rep- resolution and yield myself as much I rise today as a proud original co- resentatives’ condolences for the fami- time as I may consume. sponsor of the bill before us, House lies of the victims of the powerful This resolution, introduced by my Resolution 1144, and join my colleagues earthquake in Chile, as well as soli- good friend and colleague from Texas, in expressing our heartfelt sympathy darity with and support for the people RUBE´ N HINOJOSA, marks the tragedy of to all of those impacted by the dev- of Chile. a second powerful earthquake in as astating earthquake in Chile 2 weeks Let me first thank Chairman BER- many months to strike a country in ago. The strength and the magnitude of MAN, Subcommittee Chairman ENGEL, the Western Hemisphere, this time our this quake and its resulting tsunami and my friend and colleague Ranking close friend and ally Chile. caused hundreds of lives to be lost and Member ROS-LEHTINEN for helping On February 27, an 8.8-magnitude left countless survivors homeless. bring this resolution to the floor. I tremor struck just 70 miles away from As the Government of Chile con- would also like to thank my colleagues Chile’s second largest city, Concepcion, tinues to carry out its immediate relief in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, and has left a terrible toll in its wake. and recovery efforts and complete its who are unanimously in support of H. The Chilean people have a long history damage assessments, we are just begin- Res. 1144.

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Pursu- United States–Mexico Joint Statement on need to work together for our mutual ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the the Merida Initiative on October 22, 2007, benefit. The Congressional Hispanic Chair’s prior announcement, further stated that the United States will ‘‘continue Caucus has worked to build on this re- proceedings on this motion will be to combat trafficking of weapons and bulk lationship by recognizing the rich cul- postponed. currency to Mexico.’’; tural heritage both nations share. The point of no quorum is considered Whereas the Mexican drug cartels have be- As chairman of the CHC’s task force withdrawn. come increasingly violent, killing at least on commerce and international rela- f 5,600 people in 2008 and more than 7,000 peo- tions, I am committed to working with ple in 2009; SENSE OF HOUSE REGARDING AS- my colleagues to strengthen our rela- Whereas the Mexican State of Durango, SISTANCE TO MEXICO IN FIGHT where Bobby Salcedo’s execution took place, tions with our neighbors in the West- AGAINST DRUG VIOLENCE is one of the most violent with more than 700 ern Hemisphere. recorded gang related killings in 2009; Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. b 1515 Whereas the Government of President Speaker, I move to suspend the rules Felipe Calderon has significantly stepped up The devastating disaster that has and agree to the resolution (H. Res. Mexico’s efforts to confront the drug cartels struck Chile is a humanitarian impera- 1032) expressing the sense of the House and end the violence, deploying some 45,000 tive requiring immediate action. Mil- of Representatives that the United troops and 5,000 police throughout Mexico; lions of families have lost their home States should continue to assist the and or been displaced by the gigantic earth- Mexican Government in fighting the Whereas the United States Congress has quake and the following tsunami and drug cartels and curbing violence appropriated over $1,300,000,000 under the strong aftershocks. Hundreds have died against Mexican and United States Merida Initiative to help Mexico break the and many are still missing. Hundreds citizens, both in the United States and power and impunity of the drug cartels, as- of thousands of families in Chile re- sist the Government of Mexico in strength- abroad, as amended. ening its judicial and law enforcement insti- main without running water or power. The Clerk read the title of the resolu- The United States has been quick to tutions, curtail gang activity in Mexico, and tion. disrupt demand for and distribution of drugs respond to President Bachelet’s call for The text of the resolution is as fol- in the region: Now, therefore, be it help and is providing much-needed lows: Resolved, That the House of Representa- equipment to reestablish communica- H. RES. 1032 tives— tion and has deployed two C–130 cargo Whereas Mr. Agustin Roberto ‘‘Bobby’’ (1) expresses sorrow at the death of Mr. planes to help transport humanitarian Salcedo, a United States citizen and resident Agustin Roberto ‘‘Bobby’’ Salcedo; cargo. The United States stands ready of California, was senselessly murdered on (2) supports continued cooperation between to provide whatever additional aid is December 31, 2009, at the young age of 33 the United States Government and the Gov- necessary to help the victims of this while vacationing with his family in the city ernment of Mexico to help identify and con- natural disaster. We have seen the gen- of Gomez Palacio, Durango, Mexico; vict Mr. Salcedo’s killers; (3) calls on the Governments of the United erosity of the American people during Whereas Bobby Salcedo was a rising star in the community, had just been elected to his States and Mexico to increase cooperation to the recent disaster in Haiti, and I am prosecute those responsible for the drug-re- confident that spirit of generosity will second term as a member of the El Monte City School Board, and served as the vice lated killings of innocents in Mexico, be they also be extended to the people of Chile. principal and football coach at his alma United States or Mexican citizens; and In closing, I want to say that the res- mater, Mountain View High School; (4) reaffirms its continued support for bi- olution recounts the tragic events that Whereas Bobby Salcedo was studying for lateral cooperation with Mexico to break the have unfolded in Chile so I will not his doctorate in educational leadership at power of the Mexican drug cartels and turn read it again. The resolution reaffirms the University of California, Los Angeles, the tide of violence. the House of Representatives’ commit- after having earned his bachelor’s degree in The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. ment to the people of Chile to aid in history from California State University, CLAY). Pursuant to the rule, the gen- their speedy recovery. We applaud the Long Beach, and a master’s degree in edu- tleman from Virginia (Mr. CONNOLLY) resolve and the resilience of those af- cational administration from California and the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. fected by the earthquake. The people of State University, San Bernardino; Whereas Bobby Salcedo, the son of immi- ROS-LEHTINEN) each will control 20 Chile on other occasions have come to- grant parents, sought to chart a better minutes. gether to help their friends and neigh- course for his entire community, serving as The Chair recognizes the gentleman bors rebuild. Today we want to assure a local leader for such organizations as the from Virginia. them that we will stand by their side South El Monte/Gomez Palacio, Durango, GENERAL LEAVE to help as they recover from this trag- Mexico Sister City Organization; Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. edy. Whereas, on December 31, 2009, Mr. Salcedo Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that I urge all of my colleagues to support was having dinner in Mexico in a restaurant with family and friends when a group of all Members may have 5 legislative this important resolution. days in which to revise and extend Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- armed and masked men burst in and forcibly their remarks and include extraneous er, I have no further requests for time, removed Mr. Salcedo and 5 other men; material on the resolution under con- and I yield back the balance of my Whereas Mr. Salcedo was killed execution- style with a single gunshot to the head; sideration. time. Whereas Bobby Salcedo’s body, along with Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the bodies of the 5 other men, was found sev- objection to the request of the gen- Speaker, I want to thank Mr. HINOJOSA eral hours later dumped in a field near a tleman from Virginia? for his leadership on this important canal; There was no objection. resolution, and I thank my colleague Whereas the Federal Bureau of Investiga- from Florida. tion has been asked by the Government of Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. I yield back the balance of my time. Mexico to assist in investigating the death of Speaker, I rise in strong support of this The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. Salcedo; resolution, and I yield myself such question is on the motion offered by Whereas innocents are directly impacted time as I may consume. the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. by drug-related violence in Mexico; On December 31, Mr. Agustin Roberto Whereas the Mexican drug cartels are CONNOLLY) that the House suspend the ‘‘Bobby’’ Salcedo, a high school vice major producers and suppliers to the United rules and agree to the resolution, H. principal and school board member, States market for heroin, methamphet- and a young leader of several local or- Res. 1144. amine, and marijuana and the major transit The question was taken. country for 90 percent of the cocaine sold in ganizations, was brutally murdered The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the the United States; while on a family vacation in Durango opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Whereas the National Drug Intelligence state, Mexico, at the hands of violent in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Center, a component of the U.S. Department men with ties to Mexican drug cartels.

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The next day, in a field a few hours later. there. More than 7,000 people were all six bodies were found dumped in a This incident is a tragic example of killed at the hands of drug-related vio- ditch. Bobby was only 33 years old. the drug-related violence that is plagu- lence in Mexico last year alone. One of I met Bobby early in his career. Hav- ing Mexico today. Reliable estimates those victims is recognized in this reso- ing grown up in my district, in El suggest that more than 16,000 people lution, Mr. Agustin Roberto ‘‘Bobby’’ Monte, California, he was dedicated to have died in drug-related violence since Salcedo, a U.S. citizen and resident of improving the lives of children in his President Felipe Calderon declared a California. Mr. Salcedo was in Mexico community. He was an elected school war on drug traffickers in January visiting his family, and was with fam- board member in the El Monte School 2007, including almost 8,000 deaths in ily on New Year’s Eve when, as the res- District. He returned to his alma mater 2009 alone and over 1,000 so far this olution states, he was callously ab- to become its assistant principal and year. ducted and murdered by a group of was studying for his doctorate in edu- Many of those killed each year are masked, armed men. His family has yet cation at UCLA. It was clear to every- associated with the drug trade, but to learn why. one who knew him that he was going there has been an alarming increase in Unfortunately, Mr. Salcedo’s story is somewhere. He was a rising star. the number of innocent bystanders who one that many of us are becoming all After the investigation began, it was have become victims of the violence, too familiar with. Over 14 months ago, confirmed that none of the six murder including Mr. Salcedo. Last year, more Mr. Felix Batista, a constituent of my victims were connected to the drug than 500 women and children were congressional district, disappeared in trade in any way. Bobby and the others killed by these cartels. The Depart- Mexico. He has not been heard from or were in the wrong place at the wrong ment of Justice has identified the seen since. I have worked closely with time. Their deaths exemplify the grow- Mexican cartels as ‘‘the greatest drug many of my colleagues in the Florida ing number of innocent bystanders who trafficking threat to the United delegation, both in the House and the are becoming victimized by cartel vio- States.’’ Indeed, these cartels are Senate, especially our Florida Senator lence in Mexico. It had seemed as major producers and suppliers of her- BILL NELSON, to try to help his family though the situation could not get oin, methamphetamine, and marijuana over the last year. And while it is my worse. However, only weeks after to the United States drug market and understanding that the FBI and Mexi- Bobby was murdered, the lead state in- the major transit country for 90 per- can authorities were investigating his vestigator in his case was also shot cent of the cocaine sold in the United case, his family has yet to gain a bet- dead by the drug cartels. States. ter understanding of exactly what hap- Bobby’s murder brings to the fore- In light of horrific events such as Mr. pened to Mr. Batista on December 10, front two critical issues: the urgency Salcedo’s senseless murder, which the 2008. in finding the killers of Bobby Salcedo, FBI continues to investigate, alongside The tragic disappearance of Mr. and the importance of reducing the vio- Mexican authorities, we must continue Batista and so many other Americans lence of the drug cartels in Mexico. to seek justice for all American citi- who have been victims of violence in There must be justice in the murder of zens and other innocents harmed by Mexico demonstrates that the security Bobby Salcedo, but the challenges are drug-related violence. challenges facing our neighbor in the great. The state of Durango is one of Mr. Salcedo was a respected member south also pose a threat to the safety the most violent in Mexico. In 2009, of his El Monte, California, commu- of our Nation and our citizens. It is there were 637 cartel-style murders in nity, and an inspiration to so many of critical that we continue to work with Durango, and not one of the cases has his students. His friends and family de- Mexico and other democratic partners been solved by the police. State au- serve to see that his murderers and in the region to present a united front thorities are limited in their resources, their patrons are brought to justice. against narcotraffickers in our hemi- and the cartels have successfully cor- The United States must continue to sphere. We especially must not forget rupted or scared away many officials work with Mexico to break the grip of our partners in Colombia. While there from interfering in their business. the powerful drug cartels, curtail vio- is no doubt that tremendous advances That is why I have asked the Mexi- lence, reduce arms trafficking from the have been made, the premature reduc- can Government to make every effort United States to Mexico, and diminish tion in assistance to Colombia would to bring the full force of the federal the demand for drugs throughout North undoubtedly put these great gains at government on the Salcedo murder. America. risk. Much hard work remains to be The federal government’s strong stance It is important that we express our done in Colombia and throughout the against organized crime offers hope in solidarity with the Mexican people and region. this case. The federal government has government who are on the front lines Together we can successfully con- greater resources at their disposal, of the fight against the cartels, and front the transnational nature of these such as forensic equipment, manpower, that we work together closely to ad- criminals and their illicit activities. and training. Although the federal gov- dress the drug-related violence that Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of ernment has yet to federalize Bobby’s has had such a devastating effect on my time. case, I am hopeful they will realize this both of our countries. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. case is a symbol for both of our coun- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to Speaker, I yield 6 minutes to the gen- tries and can demonstrate to all par- support this resolution. tlewoman from California (Ms. CHU). ties that progress can be made. I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in We cannot allow the death of inno- Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I support of House Resolution 1032, a res- cent bystanders, of American citizens, yield myself such time as I may con- olution to honor Agustin ‘‘Bobby’’ to pass without consequence. Until sume. Salcedo, an exemplary American cit- there is true accountability for the vio- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join my izen who was the victim of a shocking lence, there is little incentive for the colleague in supporting the ongoing co- murder in Mexico, and to urge the drug lords to keep peace. But the over- operation between the United States United States to be resolute in its ef- all solution is not stopping the vio- and Mexico to fight the drug cartels forts to help Mexico fight the drug car- lence of the drug cartels. The U.S. and curb the drug-related violence tels. must be resolute in supporting Mexi- which is increasingly impacting our This past December, Bobby traveled co’s efforts to combat the drug trade citizens on both sides of the border. to Gomez Palacio in the Mexican state and its violent consequences. There has There is no doubt that through the of Durango to visit his wife’s family for been progress. President Felipe

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Mr. Speaker, I reduce the violence associated with the trade In 2007 the United States and Mexico have no further requests for time, and of narcotics. worked together to pass the Merida I yield back the balance of my time. Violence related to the drug trade has hit Initiative. This agreement took Mexi- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. catastrophic proportions over the last few can and American cooperation to a Speaker, I want to congratulate our years. Just across the United States-Mexico whole new level, providing over $1.3 bil- colleague from California (Ms. CHU) for border from my home state of Texas a battle lion to support the Mexican Govern- her leadership on this issue. is being waged by armed gangs for the control ment in its fight. The funds went to I was in Mexico just about 1 year ago, of the illicit transnational drug market. In Mex- helicopters, surveillance aircraft, and clearly the unfolding violence is ico alone, drug cartels killed at least 5,600 interdiction equipment, nonintrusive something that ought to be of great people in 2008 and that number increased to inspection equipment and improved concern to every American. It is just more than 7,000 people in 2009. I condemn in data collection capabilities, as well as on the southern part of our border, and the strongest possible terms this type of provided for training programs and in- frankly it is something that is very senseless violence and will work to see that stitution building in Mexico. alarming in its scope and in its unpar- violence against civilians in the U.S. and in But now we are at a critical point. alleled violence. I thank our colleague Mexico is curbed or eliminated. The Merida Initiative will expire at the from California for bringing this once Unfortunately, execution-style killings and end of this year, the war has not been again to the attention of the United kidnappings have become the norm in many won, and the violence grows more dis- States Congress. Mexican cities like Ciudad Jua´rez and Gomez turbing each day. That is why Congress Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support Palacio as drug cartels attempt to extend the and the administration must decide of H. Res. 1032. reach of their power and institute a sense of now how to implement the next phase H. Res. 1032 not only stresses the need to fear over the local populations. of this partnership. work with the Mexican law enforcement com- In one of the most atrocious acts of violence In my conversations with law en- munity in the fight against drug cartels, it also against an innocent U.S. citizen, Bobby forcement and state departments, honors the life of El Monte resident, Agustin Salcedo was killed execution-style while vaca- three elements are critical in a new Roberto ‘‘Bobby’’ Salcedo. El Monte is a great tioning in Mexico by a single gunshot to the initiative: fighting the massive money city in the San Gabriel Valley which Congress- head after being kidnapped. Mr. Salcedo was laundering of funds out of the U.S., im- woman CHU, the author of this resolution, and kidnapped while at dinner with family and proving the forensic technology avail- I represent. I am pleased to be a cosponsor friends in a restaurant and had no apparent able to Mexican law enforcement enti- of H. Res. 1032 and I want to thank Con- connections to the drug or arms trade. ties, and helping Mexico rebuild its ju- gresswoman CHU for her hard work on this im- Mr. Salcedo was a pillar of his community in dicial institutions. portant issue, and her dedication to the El Monte City, California where he served on On money laundering: Every year be- Salcedo family and the El Monte community. the local School Board, and also served as tween $8 billion to $10 billion is smug- Mr. Salcedo was an innocent bystander in the vice principal and football coach of Moun- gled out of the U.S. by the drug cartels. the relentless, ongoing drug war that is being tain View High School. Mr. Salcedo also Even as our law enforcement agencies waged throughout Mexico. He was viciously served as a local leader for such organizations are improving their ability to stop murdered, along with five other men, while vis- as the South El Monte/Gomez Palacio, Du- these funds from leaving the country, iting family in Mexico over the holidays. It is rango, Mexico Sister City Organization. the cartels are finding novel ways to clear that Bobby Salcedo touched the lives of Furthermore, Mr. Salcedo was in the proc- launder money. They are using money thousands through his work as a teacher, ess of earning a doctoral degree in edu- service businesses, online services, and coach and school administrator and I offer my cational leadership at the University of Cali- even legitimate retail businesses as deepest condolences his family and friends. fornia, Los Angeles, and had previously fronts for their illegal transactions, The community of El Monte lost an out- earned his bachelor’s degree in history from and they are also using massive bulk standing family man, friend, colleague and ed- California State University, Long Beach, and a cash transfers. Stopping the money ucator. master’s degree in educational administration laundering gets at the heart of the Unfortunately Mr. Salcedo is not the only in- from California State University, San drug cartel operation. nocent victim in this drug war. As noted in H. Bernardino. On technology: Mexican state and Res. 1032, there has been an outbreak of vio- Violence from the drug trade has also cre- local law enforcement agencies are lence in Mexico and individuals who have no ated many problems in my home city of Hous- sorely lacking in the appropriate tech- connection whatsoever to the drug cartels are ton, Texas. Houston has one of the highest nology to combat these well-armed in danger. I will continue to support efforts in murder rates among U.S. cities with a popu- cartels. We must focus more of our ef- Congress to ensure that our law enforcement lation over 1 million. Furthermore, much of this forts on the local institutions to pro- have the resources they need to end drug re- violence likely stems from the fact that Hous- vide them with 21st-century law en- lated violence in Mexico and the United ton is a major hub for drug traffickers, who forcement technology. States. This will not be an easy task. The car- supply cocaine, marijuana, heroin, and meth- And on the judiciary: until we have a tels are ruthless in their desire to continue the amphetamine to distributors in other American partner with a strong judiciary and ob- brutality. markets. Many of these issues surrounding vi- jective law enforcement, the cartels The Mexican government and the FBI are olence also stem from the problem of will continue to run free. By providing working together to solve Mr. Salcedo’s mur- transnational gangs and organized crime car- resources to train law enforcement and der. It is my hope that with continued coopera- tels. rooting out corruption amongst them, tion between law enforcement agencies in There are currently at least seven drug car- drug kingpins will be forced to face the both the United States and Mexico, the indi- tel organizations operating between the U.S. consequences of their actions. viduals who committed this senseless crime and Mexico. These groups are not only in- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The against Mr. Salcedo will soon be brought to volved in the illicit transportation of drugs but time of the gentlewoman has expired. justice. are also involved in the illicit trade of firearms, Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. I yield Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, execution of public officials and these groups an additional 30 seconds for my col- I rise in strong support of H. Res. 1032, ‘‘Ex- have also terrorized entire local populations. league to sum up. pressing the sense of the House of Rep- Many of these gangs and cartel organiza- Ms. CHU. Now is the time to pass this resentatives that the United States should tions also have vast links and networks within resolution. Bobby Salcedo’s death is a continue to assist the Mexican Government in the U.S., some even managing to penetrate brutal reminder that this violence is a fighting the drug cartels and curbing violence American Junior High and High Schools. It is growing threat not just to Mexicans, against Mexican and United States citizens, important that we recognize this threat and but also to Americans. Bringing his both in the United States and abroad.’’ work towards the dissolution of these groups

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Felipe Calderon for having significantly in- Whereas over the last 2 years, more than 50 adults and children with albinism have been The Chair recognizes the gentleman creased their efforts to stop the drug cartels murdered in East Africa by mercenaries who from Virginia. and end the violence, deploying some 45,000 sell their body parts to shamans; GENERAL LEAVE troops and 5,000 police throughout Mexico. Whereas countless other people with albi- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. I ask We in the U.S. will continue to support the nism have survived these attacks, but have unanimous consent that all Members Mexican Government as we did in 2008 when been permanently mutilated in the name of over $1,300,000,000 was appropriated to the profit; may have 5 legislative days in which to Mexican Government to fight the illicit drug Whereas two mothers of children with albi- revise and extend their remarks and in- trade. This money was appropriated under the nism were attacked by gangs who were clude extraneous material on the reso- Merida Initiative to help break the power of the searching for the children in Eastern Tan- lution under consideration. drug cartels, assist the Mexican Government zania in November 2008; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Whereas a 10-year-old boy with albinism, in strengthening its military organizations, to objection to the request of the gen- Gasper Elikana, was beheaded by men who tleman from Virginia? help improve the capacity of its justice system, fled with his leg in October 2008; curtail gang activity in Mexico, and to diminish Whereas a 28-year-old woman with albi- There was no objection. demand for drugs in the region nism, Mariamu Stanford, was attacked while Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam It is important that we continue to work vigi- she slept, losing both of her arms and her un- Speaker, I rise in strong support of this lantly towards breaking the illicit drug trade born child in October 2008; resolution and yield myself such time links and networks between the U.S. and Mex- Whereas a 17-year-old woman with albi- as I may consume. ico while working together to create a bright nism from Kenya, Vumilia Makoye, was House Resolution 1088 shines a light future through legitimate commercial and fi- killed by 2 men in her home who sawed off on the untold horrors men and women nancial trade between our two great nations. I her legs in May 2008; with albinism have faced and continue am quite confident that through a concerted Whereas hundreds of children with albi- nism are living in fear for their lives in rural to face in East Africa where human effort towards increasing transnational trade areas; beings with albinism are butchered and and creating opportunities in the legitimate Whereas people with albinism are rou- their body parts sold for profit. These sector we can work towards a brighter future tinely shunned by their communities and acts of brutal murder are best told for both the U.S. and Mexico. often excluded from East African society; through the story of a brave Tanzanian I ask that my colleagues support this resolu- Whereas a number of government officials mother, one of the few survivors of the tion. I also ask my colleagues for their contin- in rural areas of East Africa have ignored or attacks. I had the honor of meeting a ued support of anti-drug trade measures as even colluded with local shamans in these survivor of one of these attacks, a degradations; well as their support for ending the spate of vi- young woman from Tanzania named olence that has become associated with the Whereas people with albinism in East Afri- ca generally are not provided with life-sav- Mariamu Stanford, who epitomizes the drug trade. essence of bravery. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. ing information about preventing skin can- Speaker, I have no further requests for cer, and have no means of protecting them- These horrific acts, like the crime selves from excess sunlight; and committed against Mariamu, are per- time, and I yield back the balance of Whereas people with albinism lack access my time. petrated by shamans who believe that to medical treatment for skin cancer, and the body parts of people with albinism The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the average person in East Africa with albi- question is on the motion offered by nism dies by age 30 from skin cancer, and have magical powers and can be mixed the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. only 2 percent of people with albinism in in potions to bring the buyer good CONNOLLY) that the House suspend the that region live to age 40: Now, therefore, be luck. Rural villages have strong incen- rules and agree to the resolution, H. it tive to harvest the limbs of their Res. 1032, as amended. Resolved, That the House of Representa- neighbors with albinism because a sin- The question was taken; and (two- tives— gle limb can sell for as much as $2,000, thirds being in the affirmative) the (1) condemns the murder and mutilation of a king’s ransom in Tanzania’s country- adults and children with albinism for their rules were suspended and the resolu- body parts; side. tion, as amended, was agreed to. (2) expresses support for people with albi- Mariamu, who has albinism, is one of The title of the resolution was nism in East Africa who have been the vic- the few survivors of these attacks. Her amended so as to read: ‘‘Expressing the tims of such attacks; story is one of fear, horror, and unbe- sense of the House of Representatives (3) recognizes that the murder and mutila- lievable courage. She told me her story that the United States should continue tion of people with albinism in East Africa is through an interpreter the last day of to assist the Government of Mexico in a gross violation of human rights; the first session of this Congress in De- fighting the drug cartels and curbing (4) urges governments in East Africa, par- cember. violence against Mexican and United ticularly the Governments of Tanzania and Burundi, to take immediate action to pre- One night in October of 2008, when States citizens, both in the United Mariamu was sleep with her toddler States and abroad.’’. vent further violence against persons with albinism and to bring to swift justice those son, a group of machete-wielding men A motion to reconsider was laid on who have engaged in such reprehensible from her own village broke into her the table. practices; home and attacked her. They cut off f (5) calls upon governments in East Africa, both of her arms while she struggled, RECOGNIZING THE PLIGHT OF along with international organizations and screamed and shielded her 2-year-old other donors, including the United States, to from the blows. It was 6 long hours PEOPLE WITH ALBINISM IN EAST actively support the education of people with AFRICA albinism about the prevention of skin cancer after the attack before Mariamu, who Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. and provide appropriate levels of assistance was 5 months pregnant, was able to re- Speaker, I move to suspend the rules toward that end; ceive any medical treatment. In the and agree to the resolution (H. Res. (6) calls upon governments in East Africa, end, she lost her unborn baby, but she 1088) recognizing the plight of people along with international organizations, to survived; and she is now relaying her with albinism in East Africa and con- educate populations in East Africa about the story in the hopes that these brutal realities of albinism, with the purpose of demning their murder and mutilation, crimes against people with albinism eliminating discrimination and abuses will come to an end. as amended. against people with albinism; and The Clerk read the title of the resolu- (7) calls upon the United States to work Mariamu came to the United States tion. with the governments of East Africa, and for a visit thanks to the generosity of The text of the resolution is as fol- international organizations and other do- many, including some of my constitu- lows: nors, to eliminate violence against people ents from northern Virginia with albi- H. RES. 1088 with albinism. nism and some who are parents of chil- Whereas, in parts of East Africa, most no- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. dren with albinism, several of whom tably Tanzania, shamans promote the rep- CHU). Pursuant to the rule, the gen- are here today in the gallery. While she

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I thank my She is a rare survivor of a horrific ward that end. friend from Florida in helping to make and inhumane crime that is of growing Finally, it urges the United States to that happen today. concern in East Africa. More than 54 work with the governments of East Af- Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Madam people with albinism have been butch- rica and international organizations Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H. ered in the region, most of them and other donors to eliminate violence Res. 1088, ‘‘Recognizing the plight of people women and children. In November of against people with albinism. with albinism in East Africa and condemning 2008, a 6-year-old girl was shot dead in I urge my colleagues to join Mariamu their murder and mutilation.’’ Burundi’s eastern province of Ruyigi, Stanford and me in bringing inter- Let me begin by thanking my colleague close to the border of Tanzania. Her national attention to this horrific Representative GERRY CONNOLLY for intro- attackers removed her head and limbs, abuse of human beings and to bring ducing this resolution, as it is important that leaving only her dismembered torso. In those who have perpetrated that vio- we recognize the plight of albinos in East Afri- January of 2009, three men armed with lence to justice by voting ‘‘yes’’ on this ca. machetes killed an 8-year-old boy in measure. In recent years, the belief that albino body Burundi and smuggled his limbs into Madam Speaker, I reserve the bal- parts, particularly limbs, have magical powers Tanzania. Every one of these stories ance of my time. has driven thousands of Africa’s albinos into borders on the unbelievable and, quite Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- hiding. According to a report released in No- frankly, must turn every stomach of er, I yield myself such time as I may vember of last year by the International Fed- those of us who have to hear them. consume. eration of Red Cross and Red Crescent Soci- Not only do people with albinism face I rise today in support of House Reso- eties (IFRC), the killings of albino people in violence in parts of the world, but they lution 1088. Burundi and Tanzania, based on occult prac- are also at high risk for medical com- In 2008, an undercover reporter for tices, have triggered a crisis involving almost plications such as skin cancer and poor the BBC’s Swahili Service broke the the entire albino population of the two coun- vision due to the lower melanin levels horrific story of the occult-based tries. in their skin. In East Africa’s harsh killings of albinos in parts of eastern The stories of these victims are heart sun, this is a lethal combination, but Burundi and northwest Tanzania. Since wrenching. I recall an article in the New York oftentimes people with albinism have that time, it has been revealed that al- Times in 2008 that vividly describes the horror no choice but to expose themselves to binos have been killed and mutilated and fear that many Albinos live with on a daily the sun with little protection as they by so-called ‘‘hunters’’ who sell their basis. must be outside to work, go to school, victims’ body parts to unscrupulous ‘‘In May 2008, Vumilia Makoye, 17, was eat- and attend everyday business. traditional healers. The hunt is driven ing dinner with her family in their hut in west- Unfortunately, the medical issues by the absurd belief that albinos pos- ern Tanzania when two men showed up with that people with albinism face are the sess mystical powers and that their long knives, ‘‘Vumilia was like many other Afri- least of their worries. The threat of body parts can be used as talismans to cans with albinism. She had dropped out of brutal violence looms over them at all bring wealth and good luck. The mar- school because of severe near-sightedness, a times. Tanzania Prime Minister ket itself is driven by greed. It has common problem for albinos, whose eyes de- Mizengo Peter Pinda has condemned, been reported that a complete set of velop abnormally and who often have to hold correctly, this violent crime against body parts can fetch up to $75,000 on things like books or cell phones two inches people with albinism, but judicial and the black market. away to see them. She could not find a job enforcement barriers remain. To be clear, the hunting and mutila- because no one would hire her. She sold pea- My meeting with Mariamu and local tion of albinos in East Africa is by no nuts in the market, making $2 a week while families concerned about her plight, means a common practice. The number her delicate skin was seared by the sun. and albinism in general, has moved me of attacks is relatively few in terms of When Vumilia’s mother, Jeme, saw the men to take action. I am contacting Presi- the broader population. with knives, she tried to barricade the door of dent Obama and the State Department The hunting and mutilation of people their hut. But the men overpowered her and to urge them to place diplomatic pres- simply because they look different is burst in. ‘‘They cut my daughter quickly,’’ she sure on Tanzania’s federal and local profoundly disturbing and requires us said, making hacking motions with her hands. governments to end these crimes now, to condemn it. This resolution calls The men sawed off Vumilia’s legs above the these crimes against humanity, and to upon the governments in East Africa, knee and ran away with the stumps. Vumilia provide education to dispel the myth particularly in Burundi and Tanzania, died. Yusuph Malogo, who lives nearby, fears that body parts of those with albinism to take effective action to end these he may be next. He is also an albino and have any special properties. senseless attacks which constitute works by himself on a rice farm. He now car- I also believe we must look at pro- gross human rights violations. It also ries a loud, silver whistle to blow for help. ‘‘I’m viding humanitarian and medical as- calls upon those governments, with on the run,’’ he said.’’ sistance to people with albinism in support from international organiza- According to the Red Cross, thousands East Africa, with a focus in Tanzania tions and other donors, to take effec- more albinos across a huge swathe of coun- where most of these crimes have oc- tive action to educate the general pop- tryside, are unable to move freely to trade, curred. To this end, I introduced House ulation with a view toward eliminating study or cultivate fields for fear of albino hunt- Resolution 1088, a resolution recog- discrimination and abuse. ers. These albinos fear losing their lives and nizing the plight of people with albi- I thank the gentleman from Virginia limbs to unscrupulous dealers who can make nism in East Africa, condemning these (Mr. CONNOLLY) for introducing this up to $75,000 selling a complete dis- murders and mutilations, and advo- measure, and I encourage my col- membered set. cating remedies to bring an end to this leagues to support it. In his New Year’s address to the nation, heinous and misguided behavior. With that, Madam Speaker, I have no President Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania said Specifically, the resolution urges further requests for time, and I yield the nation that the government would step up governments in East Africa, particu- back the balance of my time. efforts to stamp out the albino killings. I com- larly the governments of Tanzania and Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. I want mend the government of Tanzania for ac- Burundi, to take immediate action to to thank my friend and colleague from knowledging the danger posed to albinos in prevent any further violence against Florida for her cooperation and support their country, but I hope that Tanzania and persons with albinism and to bring to and leadership on this issue. Burundi will do more to educate their nations swift justice those who have engaged in I have to say, just on a personal note, about albinos. The Albino Association of Tan- such reprehensible practices. It also there are many issues I thought I zania says that although just 4,000 albinos are calls upon those governments, along would face when I came here to the officially registered in the country, they believe

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Ms. democracy through such bravery as was brate the 189th anniversary of the independ- Kway-Greer is the first Minister of Parliament shown in the historic Battle of Crete, which ence of Greece; with albinism. provided the Axis land war with its first (2) expresses support for the principles of Yet, despite these improvements, people major setback, setting off a chain of events democratic governance to which the people with albinism still live in fear. As Samuel that significantly affected the outcome of of Greece are committed; and Mluge, a Tanzania albino remarked to the re- World War II; (3) notes the important role that Greece Whereas the price for Greece in holding has played in the wider European region and porter, ‘‘I feel like I am being hunted.’’ No one in the community of nations since gaining should live in this state of fear. We must vo- onto our common values in their region was high, as hundreds of thousands of civilians its independence 189 years ago. cally denounce such killings, and do every- were killed in Greece during World War II; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- thing we can to prevent them from occurring Whereas, throughout the 20th century, ant to the rule, the gentleman from in the future. I ask that my colleagues support Greece was one of a few countries that allied Virginia (Mr. CONNOLLY) and the gen- this resolution. I also ask my colleagues for with the United States in every major inter- tlewoman from Florida (Ms. ROS- their continued support albinos in East Africa. national conflict; LEHTINEN) each will control 20 minutes. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Whereas Greece is a strategic partner and The Chair recognizes the gentleman Speaker, I have no further requests for ally of the United States in bringing polit- from Virginia. time, and I yield back the balance of ical stability and economic development to my time. the volatile Balkan region, having invested GENERAL LEAVE over $20,000,000,000 in the countries of the re- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gion, thereby creating over 200,000 new jobs, question is on the motion offered by Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that and having contributed over $750,000,000 in all Members may have 5 legislative the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. development aid for the region; CONNOLLY) that the House suspend the Whereas Greece was extraordinarily re- days in which to revise and extend rules and agree to the resolution, H. sponsive to requests by the United States their remarks and to include extra- Res. 1088, as amended. during the war in Iraq, as Greece imme- neous material on the resolution under The question was taken. diately granted unlimited access to its air- consideration. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the space and the base in Souda Bay, and many The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there ships of the United States that delivered objection to the request of the gen- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being troops, cargo, and supplies to Iraq were refu- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. tleman from Virginia? eled in Greece; There was no objection. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Whereas Greece is an active participant in Speaker, on that I demand the yeas peacekeeping and peace-building operations Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. I yield and nays. conducted by international organizations, myself such time as I may consume. The yeas and nays were ordered. including the United Nations, the North At- Madam Speaker, I rise in strong sup- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- lantic Treaty Organization (NATO), the Eu- port of H. Res. 1107. ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the ropean Union (EU), and the Organization for I would like to begin by thanking my Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE); Chair’s prior announcement, further good friend and ranking member of the Whereas its Chairmanship of OSCE in 2009 Foreign Affairs Committee, Ms. ILEANA proceedings on this motion will be underlined Greece’s continued commitment ROS-LEHTINEN, for her leadership in in- postponed. to the trans-Atlantic community; troducing this important resolution f Whereas in August 2004, the Olympic Games came home to Athens, Greece, the which marks the 189th anniversary of b 1545 land of their ancient birthplace 2,500 years Greek independence. ago and the city of their modern revival in I am pleased to announce that, mo- RECOGNIZING THE 189TH ANNIVER- 1896; ments ago, the administration accept- SARY OF GREEK INDEPENDENCE Whereas Greece received worldwide praise ed Greece as a participant in the Visa Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam for its extraordinary handling during the Waiver Program. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules 2004 Olympics of over 14,000 athletes and over As the birthplace of democracy, and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 2,000,000 spectators and journalists, which it Greece stands alone among nations in did efficiently, securely, and with its famous 1107) recognizing the 189th anniversary Greek hospitality; its influence over our modern Amer- of the independence of Greece and cele- Whereas Greece, located in a region where ican Government. Our Founders fash- brating Greek and American democ- Christianity meets Islam and Judaism, ioned our society based in significant racy. maintains excellent relations with Muslim part on the political experience and The Clerk read the title of the resolu- nations and Israel; philosophy of the ancient Greeks. tion. Whereas the Government of Greece has had Today, we stand here in a room sur- The text of the resolution is as fol- extraordinary success in recent years in fur- rounded by images of some of the lows: thering cross-cultural understanding and has greatest thinkers of world history, been consistently working for rapproche- H. RES. 1107 ment with Turkey, as most recently dem- many of them Greek. We stand in a Whereas the ancient Greeks developed the onstrated by Prime Minister George building inspired by ancient Greek ar- concept of democracy, in which the supreme Papandreou’s visit to Turkey in October chitectural designs. We continue to power to govern was vested in the people; 2009, just days following his election, his legislate today under Greek ideals of Whereas the Founding Fathers of the first diplomatic trip abroad; democratic governance. United States, many of whom read Greek po- Whereas Greece and the United States are The Greek contribution to world cul- litical philosophy in its original text, drew at the forefront of the effort for freedom, de- ture is hardly limited to politics. From heavily on the political experience and phi- mocracy, peace, stability, and human rights; the ancient works of Homer, Plato, and losophy of ancient Greece in forming our Whereas those and similar ideals have representative democracy; forged a close bond between Greece and the Aristophanes, to the sculpture of Whereas the Greek national anthem United States and their peoples; Praxiteles, to the ethical sensibility of (Hymn to Liberty) includes the words, ‘‘Most Whereas March 25, 2010, Greek Independ- Hippocrates, to the mathematical in- heartily was gladdened George Washington’s ence Day, marks the 189th anniversary of the sights of Archimedes and Pythagoras, brave land’’; beginning of the revolution that freed the we are indebted to the Greek nation for Whereas Greek Commander in Chief Petros Greek people from the Ottoman Empire and its scientific, philosophical, and artis- Mavromichalis, a founder of the modern celebrates the aspirations for democracy tic contributions to the development of Greek state, said to the citizens of the that the peoples of Greece and the United the finest aspects of civilization. United States in 1821 that ‘‘it is in your land States share; and that liberty has fixed her abode and . . . in Whereas it is proper and desirable for the The Greek-American bond, inspired imitating you, we shall imitate our ances- United States to celebrate this anniversary by the ancients, remains vibrant today. tors and be thought worthy of them if we with the Greek people and to reaffirm the Throughout the modern era, Greece succeed in resembling you’’; democratic principles from which these two has been one of the United States’

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Today, erty in the nation of Greece in the that the individual should have a say our two nations express their mutual early 19th century was a freedom fight- in the workings of society are the val- commitment to safeguarding democ- er and a poet, who, before perishing in ues we share and are the foundations racy and freedom through a partner- the struggle, penned the immortal line, upon which both of our great nations ship in NATO and through bilateral de- ‘‘Better 1 hour of free life than 40 years have been built and have prospered. fense cooperation. of slavery and prison.’’ After the Greek It is no coincidence, therefore, that Situated at the crossroads of three Revolution was declared on March 25, Greece and the United States have continents, Greece holds a strategic po- 1821, this poem became a patriotic call stood by each other’s side in every sition in the Mediterranean region. for liberty and the motto for the free- major struggle. After all, our two great Over the past decade, Athens has pur- dom fighters of Greece. nations are the historical pillars of de- sued path-breaking diplomacy that has Our Founding Fathers shared that mocracy: Greece as creator and Amer- resulted, for example, in meaningful same passion for liberty, as evidenced ica as promoter. rapprochement with neighboring Tur- by Patrick Henry’s famous statement By passing this resolution today, we key. just a few decades earlier, ‘‘Give me commemorate the struggle of the In that regard, we especially want to liberty or give me death’’—a brave Greek people to secure their freedom welcome to Washington Prime Min- statement which is so familiar and so and to establish the modern Hellenic ister George Papandreou, who is vis- similar to the rallying cry of the Greek Republic. iting us this very week. As foreign people during their historic struggle. Today, as we know, Greece is facing minister in the 1990s and in the first Such are the shared ideals, the com- particularly difficult challenges. Yes- years of this century, Mr. Papandreou mon values upon which the friendship terday, as part of his 4-day visit to the was essentially the architect of that between Greece and America was United States, the Prime Minister of rapprochement with Turkey. Thanks founded, and that friendship has, in- Greece, George Papandreou, delivered largely to his vision, the threat of war deed, become a formal alliance. an address at the Brookings Institution in the Aegean, a near constant for During the 20th century, in every in which he described those challenges many decades, has now diminished. In major international conflict, Greek and emphasized the important role the a remarkable gesture of friendship and soldiers stood beside American soldiers United States can play in ensuring reconciliation, Prime Minister Papand- in the fight for freedom and liberty. that global speculators do not take fur- reou, newly elected last fall, made Tur- To this day, Greece supports our re- ther advantage of what remains a very key the site of his very first Prime construction and stabilization missions fluid situation. America and Greece must stand to- Ministerial trip abroad. in Iraq and Afghanistan. Greece has de- As we commemorate today the 189th ployed an operational mentor and liai- gether to ensure that the global eco- anniversary of Greek independence, we son team to assist NATO efforts to nomic system is restored, to support would be remiss if we failed to ac- train the Afghan army. Further, the European democracy, and to foster peace and prosperity around the globe. knowledge the rich contributions of Souda Bay naval base on Crete has We are strong allies and are up to the Greek immigrants and their descend- been a valuable support for the coali- task. In that spirit, our country today ants to the United States. Their ac- tion forces in Iraq. During the brutal congratulates Greece on the celebra- complishments are a testament to the fighting in 2005 alone, this Greek base tion of its independence, and we look greatness of their land of origin. supported over 11,000 U.S. military forward to strengthening our mutual Madam Speaker, I extend anniver- ships and planes on their way to Iraq. ties in the days to come. sary congratulations to Greece, an an- Greece has also contributed signifi- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam cient country of noble traditions. I join cant financial and diplomatic support Speaker, I yield 5 minutes to my with all Americans and democracy to continuing stabilization efforts in friend, the gentlewoman from New lovers throughout the world in cele- the Balkan region, and it has effec- York (Mrs. MALONEY). brating Greek heritage and our thriv- tively promoted such efforts in that re- Mrs. MALONEY. Thank you, my dear ing Greek-American friendship. I urge gion during the 2009 chairmanship of friend, for your leadership and for my colleagues to support this resolu- the Organization for Security and Co- yielding to me. tion. operation in Europe. Madam Speaker, as an original co- I reserve the balance of my time. I was honored to have met with the sponsor of H.R. 1107 and as co-chair and Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. I yield myself Greek Prime Minister earlier today to cofounder of the Congressional Caucus such time as I may consume. discuss these issues and to discuss on Hellenic Issues, I rise today to cele- Madam Speaker, the greatest aspect ways to continue strengthening our bi- brate the entrance of Greece into the of Greek influence on our country has lateral relationship. Visa Waiver Program and to celebrate its roots in the classical era of ancient Greece continues today as a valued the 189th anniversary of Greece’s dec- Greece—that point in time when the partner and as a strong friend of the laration of independence from the Greek political philosophy of democ- United States. It is my pleasure to Ottoman Empire. racy was born. In our political debates offer this resolution which recognizes Against incredibly difficult odds, the today, we can easily see the continuing the 189th anniversary of the independ- Greeks defeated one of the most power- influence of that classical age in our ence of that great nation. ful empires in history to win their lives. With that, Madam Speaker, I have no independence. Following 400 years of How different would the world be further requests for time, and I yield Ottoman rule, in March 1821, Bishop today if the Greeks of that day had not back the balance of my time. Germanos of Patras raised the tradi- stood up to the invading armies of the Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam tional Greek flag at the monastery of Persian Empire? Unfortunately, al- Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my Agia Lavra, inciting his countrymen to though the ancient Greek political phi- friend, the gentleman from Maryland rise against the Ottoman army. losophers first conceived of democratic (Mr. SARBANES). The bishop timed this act of revolu- self-government, after their time Mr. SARBANES. I thank the gen- tion to coincide with the Greek Ortho- passed, the Greek nation, itself, in fact, tleman for yielding. dox holiday celebrating the archangel became a part of larger empires. Madam Speaker, today, I rise to Gabriel’s announcement that the Vir- It was ruled for centuries by men honor the 189th anniversary of Greek gin Mary was pregnant with the divine with unquestioned and arbitrary power Independence Day. We are also cele- child. Bishop Germanos’ message was over life and death—the antithesis of brating today Greece’s entry into the clear: A new spirit was about to be democracy. By the start of the 1800s, U.S. Visa Waiver Program, which is a born in Greece. however, the signs were clear. The strong affirmation of the close ties be- The following year, the Treaty of Greek people saw the opportunity and tween our two nations. Constantinople established full inde- were determined to win back their The American people and the people pendence for Greece. independence and to live in liberty of Greece have been united by common New York City is home to the largest once again. values from the very beginning. De- Hellenic population outside of Greece

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and Cyprus. Western Queens, which I Mr. MCMAHON. Madam Speaker, today, I ther served in the Marines during the Korean have the honor of representing, is often congratulate Greece on her 189th anniversary War and instilled in me a deep sense of patri- called ‘‘Little Athens’’ because of the of independence. otism and respect for our great country. My large Hellenic population in that Greece has long been a close ally to the family, like so many other Greek-American neighborhood. New Yorkers celebrate United States and rightly so, given that our families, has never forgotten that strong bond Greek Independence Day with a parade founding fathers formulated the American po- that exists between Greece and the United on Fifth Avenue, along with many cul- litical philosophy from the Greek ideals that States. tural events and private gatherings. were first conceptualized in 500 BC. Our Founding Fathers looked to ancient These events, hosted by the Federation Today, Greece is a partner in Afghanistan Greece and her political wisdom. They drew of Hellenic Societies and other Hellenic and continues to build bridges between cul- on the enlightenment of the ancient texts to and Philhellenic organizations and tures throughout Europe and the greater re- build a new representative democracy, deeply friends, remind us of the Hellenic gion. rooted in the philosophy and ethos of Greek American community’s many contribu- Greece promotes peaceful dialogue and un- government. Greece and the U.S. have al- tions to our Nation’s history and cul- derstanding through its own negotiations, par- ways been at the forefront of the effort for ture. ticularly in regards to its divided neighbor, Cy- freedom, democracy, peace, stability and I am also pleased that President prus. human rights, and those similarities are what Obama is continuing the tradition of Ending the occupation of Cyprus has long have forged our enduring bond over the cen- holding a White House celebration in been a focus of my political career. Greece turies. honor of Greek Independence Day. and Cyprus’s steadfast commitment to finding The solidarity between our two great coun- Relations between the United States peaceful people to people solutions to ending tries has served us both throughout the years. and Greece remain strong with a the occupation have touched and motivated The Greek people fought alongside American shared commitment to ensuring sta- my own work on the House Foreign Affairs soldiers in the historic battles of World War II bility in southeastern Europe. Committee. In fact, Secretary Clinton de- and have lent aid to our troops fighting in Iraq I hope permanent solutions can be scribed Cyprus as a strategic focal point in re- and in battlefields around the world. Whether found for ending the division of Cyprus sponse to my questions on integrating the Is- in war, or in peace, the U.S. and Greece have and for finding a mutually agreeable land. been able to stand strong, firmly anchored by name for the former Yugoslav Republic Today, thousands of Turkish and Greek the democratic principles from which both of of Macedonia. Additionally, I have re- Cypriots pass through various passageways these two great nations were born. introduced legislation which urges Tur- between the occupied North and the Republic Today, as we celebrate the anniversary of key to respect the rights and religious of Cyprus. There has not been one incidence this wonderful nation’s independence, it is im- freedoms of the Ecumenical Patri- of violence and many Turkish Cypriots escape portant that we continue to recognize the sig- archate. It is time for this suppression the congestion of the occupation and enjoy nificance of Greek contributions to the global of religious freedom to come to an end education and health benefits in the Republic society. As an American, and as a Greek, I and for Turkey to move in the direc- that they do not have in the North. support H. Res. 1107 and ask my colleagues tion of freedom and democracy. After over 35 years, it is time to bring peace I, along with my colleagues, have to do the same. worked to ensure that the process for to this island through a bi-zonal, bi-communal Ms. TSONGAS. Madam Speaker, as an Greece’s entry into the Visa Waiver federation driven solely by the joint efforts of original cosponsor of this resolution, and a Program has continued to move for- all Cypriots and Cypriots, only. member of the Congressional Caucus on Hel- ward. I have had legislation before this On a similar note, Greece has for years pur- lenic Issues, I rise today in order to voice my body for well over 6 years. sued the deserved rights of the leader of the heartfelt congratulations to the people of In September of 2007, Greece was for- Orthodox Christians, the Ecumenical Patri- Greece on the 189th anniversary of their inde- mally nominated for the Visa Waiver archate. I will continue to advocate for the Pa- pendence. Program by the U.S. State Department triarchate’s recognition. I believe that this rec- Massachusetts’ Fifth Congressional District and was the only member of the origi- ognition would not only benefit the Patriarch- has deep roots in the rich Greek-American nal 15 European Union nations not to ate’s legacy, but Turkey’s multi-cultural history, community, as does my family—my husband belong to the Visa Waiver Program. In as well. Paul’s family emigrated from Greece to Lowell, light of this, I was very, very pleased Finally, I will work to make sure that a mu- Massachusetts when his father was 3 years to learn that, just today, Secretary tual agreeable name for the Former Yugoslav old. Napolitano announced the inclusion of Republic of Macedonia, FYROM, is reached. Our Nation has benefited tremendously from Greece into the program. This is a After all, Macedonia is Greek! the contributions of the prominent Greek com- most welcomed and long overdue devel- Through its great history. Greece has al- munity that resides, works, and sustains a vi- opment for Greece, the birthplace of ways approached its own matters with grace. brant Greek heritage here in the United democracy and one of our Nation’s I am particularly proud of the Greek-Ameri- States. closest allies. cans who, through, their advocacy and hard The bond between the United States and I ask the Nation to join me in cele- work, today heard the great news that Greece the nation of Greece has always been an ex- brating the Greeks’ independence. I has finally been granted visa waiver status. ceptional alliance, anchored in our common also join my colleagues in welcoming I cannot tell you how happy I am that fami- values, traditions, and passion for freedom Prime Minister Papandreou, who is vis- lies will finally be comfortably reuniting after and democracy. iting this country for 4 days. It is also years of a discriminatory status. President Obama has appropriately contin- my sincere pleasure to pay tribute to I thank President Obama and Secretary ued the tradition of holding a White House New York’s Hellenic American commu- Napolitano for their decision and once again celebration in honor of Greek Independence nity and to its many contributions to congratulate Greece on all that it has achieved Day, and I look forward to joining him this year our city and Nation. and of course, all that it will achieve. to celebrate this historic occasion. Zeto E Eleftheria. Long live freedom. Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker, I rise today in This measure expresses the House of Rep- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam support of H. Res. 1107, a bill recognizing the resentatives’ support for the important partner- Speaker, I want to thank my col- 189th anniversary of the independence of ship and strong relations between Greece and leagues for their thoughtful comments Greece and celebrating Greek and American the United States over the past 189 years. To on this important matter. I want to democracy. this day, Greece remains one of our greatest thank the ranking member, my friend I am proud to support a bill whose signifi- allies. from Florida (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN), for cance is so extensive and which has such I am proud to join the Greek-Americans of her leadership on this matter. great personal meaning to me and my family Massachusetts’ Fifth District, and across our Before I yield back the balance of my members. country, in celebrating the 189th anniversary time, I also want to thank both the I am extremely proud to call myself a of their independence day. majority and minority staffs of the Greek-American. My paternal grandfather emi- I urge my colleagues to support this resolu- committee for their fine work, and I grated from the island of Ikaria, Greece in the tion. want to thank my own staff member, early 20th century and earned his American Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Hera Abbasi, for her fine work, espe- citizenship by fighting in World War I for the Speaker, I yield back the balance of cially on our albinism resolution. U.S. yet, he never let go of his roots. My fa- my time.

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(1)(B), or (1)(C), such envelope or outside In addition to conducting the decen- The question was taken. cover or wrapper bears on its face an accu- nial census every 10 years, the Census The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the rate return address including the name of Bureau conducts surveys throughout opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being the entity that sent such matter.’’. the decade. For example, under the pre- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. vious administration, the Bureau start- Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Madam Speak- DOYLE). Pursuant to the rule, the gen- ed the American Community Survey, er, on that I demand the yeas and nays. tleman from Missouri (Mr. CLAY) and which is an annual survey sent to a The yeas and nays were ordered. the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. sample of the public. This survey helps The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- GARRETT) each will control 20 minutes. communities understand where and ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the The Chair recognizes the gentleman how their population lives and permits Chair’s prior announcement, further from Missouri. the community to allocate resources proceedings on this motion will be GENERAL LEAVE accordingly. postponed. Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- Because legitimate census mailings f mous consent that all Members may are used for such important purposes, have 5 legislative days in which to re- it is critical that the Census Bureau is b 1600 vise and extend their remarks. able to receive accurate information PREVENT DECEPTIVE CENSUS The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there and that American citizens continue to LOOK ALIKE MAILINGS ACT objection to the request of the gen- have confidence in census mailings. In- tleman from Missouri? creased confidence in the census will Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I move to There was no objection. save taxpayers money by improving suspend the rules and pass the bill Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- the response rate. (H.R. 4621) to protect the integrity of self such time as I may consume. The Director of the Census Bureau, the constitutionally mandated United Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. Robert Groves, has said that the Bu- States census and prohibit deceptive 4621, as amended. I would like to thank reau will save $85 million for every 1 mail practices that attempt to exploit Chairman TOWNS and Ranking Member percent increase in the mail-back re- the decennial census, as amended. ISSA of the Committee on Oversight sponse from recipients of the decennial The Clerk read the title of the bill. and Government Reform, and Congress- census. The text of the bill is as follows: woman MALONEY and Congressman This bill is narrowly tailored to ad- H.R. 4621 CHAFFETZ for working with me on this dress the specific problems caused by Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- legislation. As chairman of the Infor- census look-alike mailings. This bill resentatives of the United States of America in mation Policy, Census, and National would not prevent the use of the term Congress assembled, Archives Subcommittee, this legisla- ‘‘census’’ in mailings altogether; H.R. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. tion is of particular importance to me. 4621 would merely require the sender to This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Prevent De- This legislation would require cer- identify itself and include language ceptive Census Look Alike Mailings Act’’. tain mailings which have the term clarifying that the mailing is not from SEC. 2. REQUIREMENTS FOR MAIL BEARING THE ‘‘census’’ on the outside of the envelope TERM ‘‘CENSUS’’ ON THE ENVELOPE the Federal Government. OR OUTSIDE COVER OR WRAPPER. to also include an accurate return ad- Mailings by private organizations (a) MATTER SOLICITING PURCHASE OF A dress and the name of the sender on the which appear to be from the Census Bu- PRODUCT OR SERVICE.—Section 3001(h) of title envelope. H.R. 4621 would also mandate reau, without a proper clarification or 39, United States Code, is amended— that such mailings follow existing disclaimer, create a risk of confusion (1) by inserting, in the matter preceding legal requirements to include dis- on the part of citizens who will be re- paragraph (1), ‘‘; or which bears the term claimers making it clear that the mail- ceiving actual census mailings this ‘census’ on the envelope or outside cover or ing is not from the Federal Govern- year. H.R. 4621 will help to prevent wrapper’’ after ‘‘such matter by the Federal Government’’; ment. such confusion. (2) in paragraph (2), by redesignating sub- H.R. 4621 was introduced on February Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to paragraphs (A), (B), and (C) as clauses (i), 9, 2010, and referred to the Committee join me in supporting this legislation. (ii), and (iii), respectively; on Oversight and Government Reform. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of (3) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and The committee approved the measure my time. (3) as subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), respec- with a manager’s amendment by voice Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. tively; vote on March 4, 2010. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I (4) by inserting ‘‘(1)’’ after ‘‘(h)’’; and In recent months, mailings which may consume. (5) by adding at the end the following new have the word ‘‘census’’ on the enve- Mr. Speaker, I wish to thank Mrs. paragraph: ‘‘(2) In the case of matter bearing the term lope and contents that resemble offi- MALONEY for her introduction of H.R. ‘census’ on the envelope or outside cover or cial census forms have been sent by the 4621, the Prevent Deceptive Census wrapper, in addition to satisfying one of the Republican National Committee and Look Alike Mailings Act. What this exceptions contained in paragraphs (1)(A), other nonprofit organizations to citi- bill will do is seek to prevent the word (1)(B), or (1)(C), such envelope or outside zens in several States. The RNC mail- ‘‘census’’ from appearing on mail that cover or wrapper bears on its face an accu- ings were marked ‘‘DO NOT DESTROY. does not pertain directly to the na- rate return address including the name of OFFICIAL DOCUMENT.’’ The envelope tional census. the entity that sent such matter.’’. used in these mailings did not include Currently we do have laws to address (b) MATTER SOLICITING INFORMATION OR a return address or identify the sender. sending deceptive or fraudulent mail, CONTRIBUTION OF FUNDS.—Section 3001(i) of title 39, United States Code, is amended— Using these terms on the outside of the and the Postal Inspection Service cur- (1) by inserting, in the matter preceding envelope without a return address and rently has responsibility for inves- paragraph (1), ‘‘; or which bears the term the name of the sender creates an ap- tigating allegations of this nature and ‘census’ on the envelope or outside cover or pearance of an official government doc- determining if a violation has been wrapper’’ after ‘‘such matter by the Federal ument. committed. However, what this bill Government’’; Later this month, the Census Bureau will do is simply reinforce and reit- (2) in paragraph (2), by redesignating sub- will begin conducting the decennial erate existing law. paragraphs (A), (B), and (C) as clauses (i), census through the U.S. mail. The de- This bill would give postal inspectors (ii), and (iii), respectively; (3) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and cennial census is mandated by article I, an additional tool, if you will, in ad- (3) as subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), respec- section 2, of the U.S. Constitution. dressing mail sent by those seeking to tively; This official government function pro- capitalize on the importance people (4) by inserting ‘‘(1)’’ after ‘‘(i)’’; and vides an accurate portrait of the Amer- place on the U.S. census—mail that

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Bush, has noted that there would require any mailing with an envelope so confusion or reduced participation are documents that are intentionally marked ‘‘Census’’ to clearly indicate the send- can affect political representation, and made to look like the census in an ef- er, reducing the possibility of deception; it also whether a community receives its fort to deceive. That is why I intro- would also trigger an existing legal require- fair share of Federal dollars. So when a duced H.R. 4621, the Prevent Deceptive ment that the mailing include a disclaimer stat- piece of mail says ‘‘census’’ on it, we Census Look Alike Mailings Act, and ing that it is not affiliated with the U.S. Cen- want people to take it seriously, to why I am grateful that we will pass sus. This bill won’t prevent any organization read it and to respond to it. We must this bill today with bipartisan support. from using the word ‘‘Census’’—but it will stop maintain public trust in this process H.R. 4621 would require any mailing private organizations from disguising them- and send the message to citizens that with an envelope marked ‘‘census’’ to selves as the federal government. an accurate census is of paramount im- clearly indicate the sender and return This bill is an important way to ensure an portance to all Americans. address. It would also trigger an exist- unbiased count of all Americans, and I strong- Mr. Speaker, with that, I reserve the ing requirement in Federal law to in- ly support its passage. balance of my time. clude a disclaimer that the mailing is Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I yield such not from or affiliated with the Federal I rise before you today in support of H.R. time as she may consume to the gen- Government. 4621, the ‘‘Prevent Deceptive Census Look tlewoman from New York (Mrs. The bill would not prohibit the use of Alike Mailings Act.’’ I would like to thank Rep- MALONEY). the word ‘‘census’’ on a mailing if an resentative MALONEY for introducing this im- Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I organization wants to do a census and portant piece of legislation. thank the gentleman for yielding and call it that. That is fine. However, the It is extremely important that we protect the for his leadership in moving this bill to mailer must be absolutely clear that it integrity of the constitutionally mandated the floor. I also would like to thank is not the United States Government’s United States census and prohibit deceptive Chairman TOWNS and Ranking Member census. mail practices that attempt to exploit the de- ISSA, along with Congressmen CLAY This bill will serve as an important cennial census. This legislation is vital be- and LYNCH, for their support and co- tool in protecting the integrity of cen- cause it will set requirements for mail bearing operation. sus mailings and save the taxpayer the term ‘‘census’’ on the envelope or outside The 2010 census is here. Later this money in fulfilling the constitu- cover or wrapper. week, on March 12, 2010, forms will be tionally mandated census by limiting Protecting the integrity of the Census from hitting the mailboxes. That is why we any confusion that a deceptive census fraudulent activity will ensure that the U.S. must act quickly to ensure a fair and look-alike mailer could cause. Census Bureau is able to gather more accu- accurate count without disruption or Finally, I would like to note that rate data. Hopefully, this legislation will ease confusion. Senator CARPER intends to move this the fears of those afraid to be scammed and Many may not realize this, but the bill to the Senate floor once we pass it therefore do not respond to the Census. It is constitutionally mandated census is in the House. I thank my colleagues for important that the American people are aware used to determine the distribution of moving swiftly on this issue, and urge that the questions in the Census survey are billions of dollars in Federal funding my colleagues to vote yes. used only to produce statistics, and never into our States and our communities, Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. identify an individual. The Census Bureau in addition to determining the number Speaker, I have no further requests for never asks for a full social security number, of congressional seats per State. Par- time, and I yield back the balance of money or a donation, requests on behalf of a ticipation in the census is essential to my time. political party or requests PIN codes, pass- ensuring a brighter tomorrow for our Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, again, I en- words or similar access information for credit communities and a representative gov- courage my friends from both sides of cards, banks or other financial accounts. ernment for our country. the aisle to join me in supporting H.R. The official U.S. Census is described in Arti- It is because of this we must do ev- 4621, as amended, and again I thank the cle I, Section 2 of the Constitution of the erything possible to protect the integ- gentlewoman from New York for her United States. It calls for an actual enumera- rity of the United States census and leadership on this legislation. tion of the people every ten years, to be used ensure that it is both accurate and Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, entering its 23rd for apportionment of seats in the House of cost-effective, and it’s why the Con- decade, the U.S. Census is the longest-run- Representatives among the states. Besides gress has appropriated hundreds of mil- ning national census in the world. Our found- providing the basis for congressional redis- lions of dollars to the Census Bureau to ers wrote it into the Constitution, because tak- tricting, Census data are used in many other encourage participation. ing a fair count is an essential part of fair gov- ways. Since 1975, the Census Bureau has Unfortunately, while the U.S. Gov- ernment. A comprehensive, accurate Census had responsibility to produce small-area popu- ernment is working to encourage par- helps ensure that our common resources are lation data needed to redraw state legislative ticipation, there are some organiza- distributed where they are most needed, so and congressional districts. Other important tions that are causing confusion by that our communities can get the roads, uses of Census data include the distribution of sending mailers that resemble official schools, and police protection that they need. funds for government programs such as Med- census documents. These deceptive There’s nothing partisan about that goal. icaid; planning the right locations for schools, mailings include the words ‘‘census de- Unfortunately, some groups have set out to roads, and other public facilities; helping real partment,’’ ‘‘census document,’’ and deceive Americans by disguising their own pri- estate agents and potential residents learn ‘‘official document,’’ but are instead vate mailings as Census documents. This about a neighborhood and identifying trends letters seeking support for other pur- month, Americans have received envelopes over time that can help predict future needs. poses. marked ‘‘Census’’ and ‘‘official document,’’ According to the PriceWaterHouse report on If we allow organizations to send when the papers inside are nothing of the the 2000 Census, the Census Bureau has es- mock census documents or mock look- kind—and sometimes even political fund- timated that the Census 2000 undercounted alikes of the census forms, we stand to raising appeals. Groups that send out such the actual U.S. population by a net of over confuse people and risk a lower re- mailings are taking advantage of the Census three million individuals, representing an sponse rate, which ultimately would to unfairly promote their own interests. And undercount rate of 1.18 percent. I am particu- increase the cost of the entire count. In even worse, they are interfering with a fair and larly concerned about correcting under- fact, every percentage decrease in the accurate Census by possibly depressing the counting problems because Harris County, mail response rate costs approximately response. According to Barbara Everitt Bryant, Texas, which is situated in my district, ranked $25 million for the additional expense a former Republican appointee to head the fourth of the fifty U.S. counties with the high- of sending enumerators to the homes of U.S. Census Bureau, ‘‘those who respond est number of people living in hard-to-count

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He once $100 million each in federal funds from under- as the ‘‘SPC Nicholas Scott Hartge told his fellow soldiers that ‘‘the Army counting in the 2000 Census, according to the Post Office.’’ Army Specialist Nicholas doesn’t give you values; it develops val- aforementioned Price Waterhouse report. Hartge was raised in the small town of ues that you already had from your I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- Rome City, in northeastern Indiana. parents.’’ That’s so true. After the terrorist attacks of Sep- tion and protect the integrity of the constitu- He is survived now by his parents, a tionally mandated United States census and tember 11, 2001, Specialist Hartge en- sister and brother—a fellow soldier. prohibit deceptive mail practices that attempt listed in the infantry while still in high Yes, this fine young man embodied the to exploit the decennial census. school and was stationed in Germany Mr. CLAY. I yield back the balance before deploying to Iraq. values and the passions of this great of my time. On May 14, 2007, Specialist Hartge’s Nation. Sadly, he paid the ultimate The SPEAKER pro tempore. The patrol came under heavy attack. He sacrifice to preserve those freedoms for question is on the motion offered by was killed in combat when his Humvee all of us. the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. hit a roadside bomb while maneuvering Mr. Speaker, as I come to the floor CLAY) that the House suspend the rules under intense fire. and speak about this fallen soldier, I’m and pass the bill, H.R. 4621, as amend- For his service to his country, Spe- mindful of the fact that I was here only ed. cialist Hartge received a Commenda- literally several weeks ago, submitting The question was taken. tion Medal for outstanding achieve- a similar resolution for a young man The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the ment for helping to capture the enemy about the equal age, back from our dis- opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being in Iraq, and a Bronze Star for his ac- trict, from the Fifth Congressional Dis- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. tions on the day he was killed. He is trict of the State of New Jersey. Like- Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, on that I de- missed by his family, his community, wise, in these circumstances we saw mand the yeas and nays. and his country. Our Nation owes a the outpouring of support from the The yeas and nays were ordered. great debt of gratitude for his service. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- H.R. 4624 was introduced by the gen- people of his community on the day ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the tleman from Indiana, Representative that he was returned once and for all Chair’s prior announcement, further MARK SOUDER, on February 9, 2010. The to his final resting place in his home- proceedings on this motion will be measure was referred to the Committee town. At that time, members of his fire postponed. on Oversight and Government Reform, department, the mayor and council f which approved it by unanimous con- and, more importantly, the entire com- munity came out and recognized him. b 1615 sent on March 4, 2010. The measure en- joys the support of the entire Indiana SPC NICHOLAS SCOTT HARTGE It was at that point we realized that delegation. POST OFFICE it’s a day to remember these fallen sol- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to diers when they do come back. But Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I move to join me in supporting this bill. that day is a fleeting day. Even when I reserve the balance of my time. suspend the rules and pass the bill you talk to the parents of the soldiers (H.R. 4624) to designate the facility of Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. I yield myself such time as I may consume. at those funerals and the services, they the United States Postal Service lo- don’t really even remember it, in some cated at 125 Kerr Avenue in Rome City, I rise today in support of H.R. 4624, designating the facility of the United ways. A week later, it was such a blur, Indiana, as the ‘‘SPC Nicholas Scott just a fast passing, and all the commo- Hartge Post Office’’. States Post Office located at 125 Kerr The Clerk read the title of the bill. Avenue in Rome City, Indiana, as the tion that went on that day. It was hard The text of the bill is as follows: ‘‘SPC Nicholas Scott Hartge Post Of- to remember who was there. H.R. 4624 fice.’’ So I’m sure, like the speaker on the It was back on May 14, 2007, that Spe- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- other side of the aisle and all the Mem- resentatives of the United States of America in cialist Hartge met a tragic, yet heroic bers on the other side of the aisle Congress assembled, fate when his unit came in contact agree, it’s for this reason we come to with enemy forces in Iraq. In honor of SECTION 1. SPC NICHOLAS SCOTT HARTGE POST the floor today and name the post of- OFFICE. this fallen American hero, it is fitting fice for Specialist Hartge, because we (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the and appropriate that we recognize the don’t want to just make it a 1-day United States Postal Service located at 125 ultimate sacrifice that he made for his event. We don’t want it to be an inci- Kerr Avenue in Rome City, Indiana, shall be country. known and designated as the ‘‘SPC Nicholas He was raised in Rome City, Indiana. dent where the community comes out Scott Hartge Post Office’’. Specialist Hartge was profoundly af- and pays respect at the church service (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, and graveside. We don’t want it to be a map, regulation, document, paper, or other fected by the 9/11 attacks on the United record of the United States to the facility re- States. It was then that he decided time that is in passing. We want to ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to that he wanted to, more than anything have something there in the commu- be a reference to the ‘‘SPC Nicholas Scott else, serve his country. Before grad- nity that, day in and day out, members Hartge Post Office’’. uating from East Noble High School, of his family, other members of the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- he enlisted in the Army. Just 1 week community that he grew up with, his ant to the rule, the gentleman from after graduation, he left for boot camp boyhood friends and the like, will able Missouri (Mr. CLAY) and the gentleman at Fort Benning. to see his name on post office. from New Jersey (Mr. GARRETT) each In August 2006, he was deployed to We also want to have something in will control 20 minutes. Iraq, where he and his unit patrolled the community that, days in the fu- The Chair recognizes the gentleman the difficult streets of the city. Risking ture, when future generations grow up, from Missouri. his life every day, he served as a driver kids that he grew up with have grown and a radio/telephone operator. Al- GENERAL LEAVE up and gotten married and have chil- though he was one of the younger Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- dren themselves and they come back to members of his unit, he distinguished mous consent that all Members may town, that they will see Specialist himself as hard working, a good sol- have 5 legislative days in which to re- Hartge’s name up there on the post of- dier, and the type of person his com- vise and extend their remarks. fice. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there rades could always count on. He be- objection to the request of the gen- lieved in what he was fighting for. He Maybe they will ask their parents, tleman from Missouri? believed and felt that they were really Who was that Specialist? Who was that There was no objection. helping the people of Iraq. name? Who was that soldier? And there Mr. CLAY. I yield myself such time While he was only 20 years old, he as- will be people still around in the com- as I may consume. pired to do something special with his munity who say, I remember him when

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Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- remember him also for the sacrifice Elise Hartge of Rome City and Jennifer (Scott) mous consent that all Members may that he made for this country overseas. Wheeler of Fort Wayne; brothers Ryan Abbott have 5 legislative days in which to re- So in that respect a little bit of him of Camp Humphreys, Korea and Justin Abbott vise and extend their remarks. will be remembered for this generation of Auburn; maternal grandmother Janet Hines The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there and his posterity as well. So I thank of Orlando; paternal grandfathers Roger objection to the request of the gen- the gentleman for moving this piece of Hartge of New Carlisle, OH, Frank Robey of tleman from Missouri? legislation in a bipartisan manner so VanWert, OH; grandmother Marjorie Abbott of There was no objection. that a piece of him will be remembered Fort Wayne and many nieces and nephews. Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- for posterity. Renaming the Rome City Post Office in his self such time as I may consume. With that, I yield back the balance of honor is just a small gesture to recognize the I rise in support of H. Res. 1036, a res- my time. contributions of a young man and his family olution that will recognize the con- Mr. CLAY. I want to thank the gen- who sacrificed so much for us all. tributions of Korean Americans to the tleman from New Jersey for his kind Mr. CLAY. I yield back the balance United States. Korean Americans have words about Specialist Hartge. Also, of my time. contributed significantly to the cul- Mr. Speaker, again, I encourage my The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ture, economy, and success of the friends from both sides of the aisle to question is on the motion offered by United States. January 13, 2010, join me in supporting H.R. 4624. the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. marked the 107th anniversary of the Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, SPC Nicholas CLAY) that the House suspend the rules beginning of Korean immigration into Scott Hartge served in Charlie Company, 1st and pass the bill, H.R. 4624. the United States. There are now more Battalion, 26th Infantry, Brigade Combat The question was taken; and (two- than a million and a half people of Ko- Team, 1st Infantry Division in Schweinfurt, thirds being in the affirmative) the rean descent living in the United Germany. rules were suspended and the bill was States. Korean Americans have helped Nicholas grew up in the small town of Rome passed. build our communities and our Nation. City, Indiana were he was deeply involved A motion to reconsider was laid on They have added significantly to the with his community. He was extremely patri- the table. development of the arts, sciences, engi- otic and was moved by the events of Sep- f neering, medicine, government, mili- tember 11th to do something special. He de- tary, education, and the economy of cided to serve his country and enlisted in the RECOGNIZING CONTRIBUTIONS OF the United States. army during his senior year of high school. His KOREAN AMERICANS House Resolution 1036 was introduced mother, Lori, has often described that on the Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I move to by the gentleman from New Jersey, day he came home seeking her permission to suspend the rules and agree to the reso- Representative SCOTT GARRETT, on join, Nicholas was so determined that a freight lution (H. Res. 1036) recognizing the January 22, 2010. The measure was re- train could not stop him. Just one week after contributions of Korean Americans to ferred to the Committee on Oversight graduation, he left for boot camp at Fort the United States. and Government Reform, which or- Benning, GA. He could have taken many The Clerk read the title of the resolu- dered it reported by unanimous con- paths, but chose to serve in the infantry. tion. sent on March 4, 2010. The bill enjoys In August, 2006, Nicholas and his unit were The text of the resolution is as fol- bipartisan support from over 50 Mem- deployed to Iraq where they had the difficult lows: bers of Congress. task of patrolling the streets of Adhamiyah. H. RES. 1036 Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to Every day his unit risked their lives, constantly Whereas, on January 13, 1903, the arrival of join me in supporting H. Res. 1036. under pressure, never knowing who their 102 pioneer Korean immigrants to the United I reserve the balance of my time. enemy was. Though he was one of the young- States marked the first chapter of Korean Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. er members, Nicholas quickly earned the re- immigration in this country; Speaker, I rise to express my strong spect of his fellow soldiers. They described Whereas the Korean War began 60 years support for H. Res. 1036, recognizing him as having a Midwest innocence, and even ago this June and impacted the lives of mil- the contribution of Korean Americans teased him good naturedly for being such a lions of Koreans; to the United States. Whereas thousands of Koreans, fleeing It was indeed back on January 13 straight-laced young man. All were impressed from war and poverty, came to the United by his dedication and drive to succeed—notic- States seeking opportunities; that we marked the 107th anniversary ing how he would practice new tasks end- Whereas Korean Americans, like thousands of Korean American Day, for it was on lessly until he mastered them. of immigrants to the United States before that day, 107 years ago, that a boat car- He had a goal to attend West Point, and them, have built strong families and contrib- rying 102 Korean immigrants arrived in worked with his commanding officer to prepare uted to dynamic communities; Hawaii. In the years since that time, for the process. However, when an opportunity Whereas more than a million people in the many Koreans have come to the United was presented to him to join a prep school United States can trace their roots to Korea; States for opportunity, safety, and Whereas the Centennial Committees of Ko- other reasons. Like the millions of im- that could have led to the academy, Nicholas rean Immigration and Korean Americans decided he could not leave his unit and chose have designated January 13 of each year as migrants before them, Korean Ameri- to stay and finish his combat tour. On May 14, ‘‘Korean American Day’’ to commemorate cans have made a tremendous contribu- 2007, his patrol came under heavy attack. the first step of the long and prosperous tion to the United States. At the begin- Nicholas was killed in combat when his journey of Korean Americans in the United ning, these immigrants were laborers humvee hit a roadside bomb, while maneu- States; and on farms, worked in mines, railroads, vering under intense fire. Whereas Korean Americans have contrib- and such. It was their hard labor that He always maintained deep roots in his uted significantly to the development of the literally helped build this country as community and was very proud of his home- arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, gov- we have it today. Today, there are over ernment, military, education, and the econ- town. When on a two-week leave from Iraq, omy in the United States: Now, therefore, be a million Korean Americans across this Nicholas took time to visit classes and talk it great country. with students at the Rome City Elementary Resolved, That the House of Representa- This year marks yet another great and Middle School. In the summer of 2009, tives urges all people in the United States to anniversary for them. The Korean War the school renamed their annual spirit award recognize the invaluable contributions Ko- began 60 years ago this June, impact- as the ‘‘Nicholas Scott Hartge Spirit Award.’’ rean Americans have made to this Nation. ing the lives of millions of Koreans Nicholas had previously received the honor The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- and, of course, people in this country when he was in 8th grade. ant to the rule, the gentleman from as well. By the 1960s, Koreans became

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We will continue to work for States. In addition to these contributions, friends in an increasingly critical region of the diplomatic relations to resolve this these Korean-Americans continue to serve as world. conflict, and a North Korea free from a reminder of our long history together. Once again, Mr. Speaker, I applaud the in- nuclear weapons as well. Furthermore, as this matter is of great im- troduction of H. Res.1036 and urge colleagues These Korean American immigrants portance to Korean-Americans, I would like to to support this resolution so that we may rec- have made untold contributions to take this time to draw attention to the Adminis- ognize the contributions of Korean Americans. American society. They have raised tration’s delay in pushing through various free Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support strong and good families and built suc- trade agreements, especially the agreement of H. Res. 1036, recognizing the contributions cessful businesses, dynamic commu- that is pending with South Korea, which is the of Korean Americans to the United States. nities, active civic associations, biggest U.S. trade pact since the 1994 North There are more than 1 million Korean-Amer- churches and charities. Thousands of American Free Trade Agreement. I urge this icans living in the United States. From the first Korean Americans currently serve in Administration to implement this agreement hundred who immigrated to the United States our Armed Forces; and many of them without any further delay as it is of vital inter- in the early 20th century, Koreans have be- deployed overseas today, in harm’s est to all and will have enormous economic come an integral part of our country. Today, way, are keeping our Nation safe from and trade benefits for both the United States one out of every eight Korean-Americans terrorism and other risks. and South Korea. owns his or her own business. Once again, in accordance with this resolu- In my own district, I have had the oppor- b 1630 tion, and as Co-Chair of the Congressional tunity to work hand in hand with the Korean Whether it’s in military or in edu- Caucus on Korea, I would like to both ac- community and I have seen their commitment cation, in science, in business or in the knowledge and express my gratitude for these in upholding their own rich heritage. The arts, Korean Americans have played important contributions to our society and to United States, and California in particular, and continue today to play a vital role this Nation. I look forward to the continued have been enriched and defined by the con- in shaping communities throughout positive role of Korean-Americans in commu- tributions of Korean-Americans in a wide vari- this country. So, Mr. Speaker, I come nities all across America, and I look forward to ety of fields. pleased to present this opportunity to the quick implementation of the free trade Korean-Americans have invigorated busi- recognize the contributions that Ko- agreement with South Korea. nesses, civic institutions, and academic com- rean Americans have made to our Na- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to munities across the country. Korean-owned tion and urge all of us here on the floor add my voice of strong support for H. Res. businesses employ more than 333,000 men and my colleagues across this House to 1036, introduced by Representative SCOTT and women, generating sales and receipts of support H. Res. 1036. GARRETT from New Jersey, which recognizes over $46 billion. This resolution gives Con- I would like to say thank you to the the invaluable contributions of Korean Ameri- gress the chance to recognize the importance gentleman from the other side of the cans to the United States of America. Korean-Americans play in our communities. aisle for the past resolutions and this Korean Americans have a long and proud Abroad, our relationship with South Korea one as well. history of serving their country in numerous has steadily grown and is now better than Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise ways. Military service, teaching our students, ever. Our trade relations are strong, and stand tonight to express my strong support of H. serving at high level posts in our current Ad- to be only further strengthened by the Korea- Res. 1036, offered by my colleague from New ministration, running Ivy League institutions, U.S. Free Trade Agreement, a deal that Jersey, Mr. GARRETT, which recognizes the and providing quality medical care are just a stands to grow both of our economies. In the contributions of Korean-Americans in the few examples of how Korean Americans con- previous Congress, I was proud to have au- United States. tribute to our society. They have added to the thored legislation that granted Korea NATO +3 I have always believed that the Republic of fabric of our culture and education with con- status in terms of military sales. These meas- Korea is one of America’s most committed tributions in the fields of medicine, economy, ures are important, but the strongest bridge friends and allies, and the warmth and hospi- business, architecture, and the arts. between our two societies remains the Ko- tality extended to me and my wife during our Mr. Speaker, the history of Korean Ameri- rean-American community, which continues to visit there last Spring reinforced my belief that cans in the U.S. traces back to January 13, flourish. the bonds that bind the people of the United 1903 when a group of 102 Korean men, In closing, I want to remind my colleagues States together with the people of South women and children immigrants arrived in Ha- that it is all too easy to overlook the invaluable Korea are as strong today as they have ever waii after a long journey across the Pacific. contributions that Korean-Americans have been. Furthermore, I stand in fervent support The Centennial Committees of Korean Immi- made, not just in my home state of California, of the more than 22 million citizens of North gration and Korean Americans have des- but to our Nation as a whole. This resolution Korea who have suffered political oppression ignated January 13 of each year as ‘Korean provides well-deserved recognition to the Ko- and severe human rights abuses for far too American Day’ to commemorate the first step rean-American community for the indelible long under the dictatorship of Kim Jong-il and of the long and prosperous journey of Korean mark they have made upon the diversity and his father Kim it-Sung. Americans in the United States. In 2005, Con- prominence of our great Nation. The United States and the Republic of gress formally designated this date as Korean Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. I have Korea first became partners more than 125 American Day. This special day recognizes no further requests for time, and I years ago, when we signed a treaty of amity their American journey to this country as well yield back the balance of my time. and commerce in 1882. This partnership grew as their entrepreneurial contributions to Amer- Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, again, I en- stronger on the battlefield during the Korean ican society, culture, and economy. courage my friends from both sides of War. The South Koreans fought bravely along- Today, there are over one million Americans the aisle to join me in supporting side Americans to stay free from the chains of of Korean descent, making it the fifth largest House Resolution 1036. tyranny and communism and have remained a Asian American subgroup. According to the I yield back the balance of my time. beacon of light and democracy ever since. 2006–2008 American Community Survey, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The When countless Koreans were faced with war California’s fifteenth district, which I represent, question is on the motion offered by and poverty, they chose to come to the United is home to nearly 15,000 persons of Korean the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. States seeking better opportunities. and Korean American background. Korean CLAY) that the House suspend the rules I believe that one of the reasons this bond Americans are proudly serving the American and agree to the resolution, H. Res. has endured for over a century and remained people in the current Obama Administration, 1036. so strong is because of the more than a mil- as well as excelling in professional sports The question was taken; and (two- lion and a half people currently living in the such as golf and football. thirds being in the affirmative) the United States of Korean descent. As noted in Mr. Speaker, the United States and Korean rules were suspended and the resolu- the resolution, these Korean-Americans, like peninsula share strong diplomatic and eco- tion was agreed to.

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Mr. Speaker, I move to Air Forces, Captain Smith earned a some German soldiers who found him, suspend the rules and pass the bill B.S. in mechanical engineering at the and he was placed in a German hospital (H.R. 4547) to designate the facility of University of Iowa. He was hired by and then, after that, a prison camp for the United States Postal Service lo- General Electric, where he was in- 7 months until the war ended. Wounded cated at 119 Station Road in Cheyney, volved in projects for the Air Force, and starving, the exuberant and now Pennsylvania, as the ‘‘Captain Luther the Navy Submarine Command, and talkative man, affectionately nick- H. Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Post NASA. His work included missile and named Quibbles by his Airmen friends, Office’’. jet engine design, and he published nu- withered to a mere 70 pounds during The Clerk read the title of the bill. merous papers and was awarded two his internment. The text of the bill is as follows: patents. After returning home from the war, H.R. 4547 Following his retirement from GE in Mr. SMITH received an engineering de- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- 1988, Captain Smith was active in sup- gree from the University of Iowa. He resentatives of the United States of America in port of local civic causes, serving as went on to spend the next 37 years as Congress assembled, the vice chairman of the Radnor Town- an aerospace engineer for General Elec- SECTION 1. CAPTAIN LUTHER H. SMITH, U.S. ship, Pennsylvania, school board, and tric, leveraging his experience to hold ARMY AIR FORCES POST OFFICE. the board of the Delaware County Com- two U.S. patents; a testament, I think, (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the munity College in Pennsylvania. to his creativity and his innovation. United States Postal Service located at 119 Station Road in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, He also was instrumental in pre- Mr. Speaker, Mr. SMITH’s life is an shall be known and designated as the ‘‘Cap- serving the history of the Tuskegee inspiration, and his tremendous sac- tain Luther H. Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Airmen. He and two other Tuskegee rifices and a clear willingness to place Post Office’’. Airmen were featured in the 2006 docu- himself in harm’s way for this Nation (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, mentary, ‘‘On Freedom’s Wings: Bound are worthy of commendation. I ask our map, regulation, document, paper, or other for Glory—The Legacy of the Tuskegee colleagues to support this resolution so record of the United States to the facility re- Airmen.’’ He also designed the plaque, that his life story will continue to in- ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to dedicated in memory of the Tuskegee spire generations of Americans to serve be a reference to the ‘‘Captain Luther H. Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Post Office’’. Airmen, in Arlington National Ceme- their country. tery. Having no further requests for time, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- In May of 1995, he was selected by I yield back the balance of my time. ant to the rule, the gentleman from President Bill Clinton to represent the Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, again, I en- Missouri (Mr. CLAY) and the gentleman U.S. Air Force for the 50th anniversary courage my friends from both sides of from New Jersey (Mr. GARRETT) each celebration of VE Day, and he accom- the aisle to join me in supporting H.R. will control 20 minutes. panied President Clinton and Vice 4547. Mr. SMITH certainly led an exem- The Chair recognizes the gentleman President Gore to Europe. plary life which we can all be proud of. from Missouri. Captain Smith was a pioneer in I yield back the balance of my time. GENERAL LEAVE American military and aviation his- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- tory and left a lasting legacy for future question is on the motion offered by mous consent that all Members may pilots and engineers. the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. have 5 legislative days in which to re- Mr. Speaker, H.R. 4547 was intro- CLAY) that the House suspend the rules vise and extend their remarks. duced by the gentleman from Pennsyl- and pass the bill, H.R. 4547. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there vania, Representative JOE SESTAK, on The question was taken; and (two- objection to the request of the gen- January 27, 2010, and was reported out thirds being in the affirmative) the tleman from Missouri? of the Committee on Oversight by rules were suspended and the bill was There was no objection. unanimous consent on March 4, 2010. passed. Mr. CLAY. I now yield myself such This legislation enjoys the support of A motion to reconsider was laid on time as I may consume. the entire Pennsylvania delegation. the table. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to f 4547. This legislation will designate the join me in supporting H.R. 4547. facility of the U.S. Postal Service lo- I reserve the balance of my time. COMMENDING OHIO STATE FOOT- cated at 119 Station Road in Cheyney, Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. BALL TEAM ON 2010 ROSE BOWL Pennsylvania, as the Captain Luther H. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I VICTORY Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Post Of- may consume. Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I move fice. I do rise today in support of H.R. to suspend the rules and agree to the Luther Smith was one of the original 4547, designating the facility of the resolution (H. Res. 1047) commending Tuskegee Airmen, a highly decorated U.S. Post Office, located at 119 Station The Ohio State University Buckeyes World War II prisoner of war, and a re- Road in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, as the football team for its victory in the 2010 cipient of the Congressional Gold Captain Luther H. Smith U.S. Army Rose Bowl. Medal. One of the first African Ameri- Air Forces Post Office. The Clerk read the title of the resolu- cans to become a licensed pilot, Cap- Luther H. Smith was an original of tion. tain Smith began his military career in the now legendary Tuskegee Airmen. The text of the resolution is as fol- 1943. He flew 133 combat missions with His accomplishments, as already set lows: the 332nd Fighter Group as a combat forth, during World War II truly speak H. RES. 1047 fighter pilot over Europe. He was se- for themselves but deserve to be men- Whereas The Ohio State University (Ohio verely wounded on his last mission in tioned here on the floor. State) Buckeyes football team achieved October 1944 and spent the next 7 Mr. SMITH was awarded the Distin- many historic accomplishments during the months in enemy hospitals and prison guished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart, 2009 regular season; camps before being liberated in May of the Air Medal with six oakleaf clusters, Whereas Ohio State defeated favored Or- 1945 by the Allied forces. the Prisoner of War Medal, and eight egon 26–17 in the Rose Bowl on January 1, During his distinguished military ca- European and Mediterranean Theaters 2010; Whereas Ohio State won its seventh Rose reer, Captain Smith destroyed two Ger- Campaign Ribbons. Bowl all-time; man aircraft in aerial conflicts and 10 It was on October 13, 1944, while he Whereas Ohio State won its fifth consecu- aircraft in ground strafing attacks. was flying a mission over Hungary, tive Big Ten title and played in its fifth con- Captain Smith was awarded the Distin- that Mr. SMITH’s P–51 Mustang fighter secutive BCS bowl;

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I am happy to join in Whereas Ohio State led the Big Ten for the championship. recognizing the Ohio State Buckeyes eighth consecutive season in academic all- The extraordinary achievement of for their accomplishment, and wish all conference honorees; this year is a tribute to the skill and involved continued success, except of Whereas Ohio State Coach Jim Tressel be- came only the second coach in Ohio State dedication of the many players, coach- course when they are playing the Wis- history to win both a NCAA National Cham- es, students, alumni, families, and fans consin Badgers. pionship and a Rose Bowl (Woody Hayes); that have helped to make the Ohio I ask my colleagues to support this Whereas the Ohio State defense ranked in State University Buckeyes a great resolution, and I reserve the balance of the Top 5 nationally in 4 different categories; football program. Winning the Rose my time. Whereas Quarterback Terrelle Pryor threw Bowl and finishing the season with an Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I am for 266 yards, ran for 72 yards, and scored two 11–2 overall record have brought ac- pleased to yield such time as she may touchdowns, leading all players for both claim to the school and to the Buckeye consume the gentlewoman from Ohio teams in these categories; and football team. I know the fans of the (Ms. KILROY), the sponsor of this legis- Whereas Quarterback Terrelle Pryor was lation. the Rose Bowl MVP: Now, therefore, be it university will revel in this victory as Resolved, That the House of Representa- they look forward to the 2010 season. Ms. KILROY. Mr. Speaker, I rise tives— Mr. Speaker, once again, I congratu- today in support of House Resolution (1) commends The Ohio State University late the Ohio State University Buck- 1047, bipartisan legislation I introduced (Ohio State) Buckeye football team for its eyes for their success and thank Con- to recognize the Ohio State University victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl; gresswoman KILROY for bringing this Buckeyes football team for its victory (2) congratulates Coach Jim Tressel, win- bill forward. in the 2010 Rose Bowl. As a graduate of ner of five Big Ten titles; and I reserve the balance of my time. the Moritz College of Law at the Ohio (3) recognizes the accomplishments of the Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- State University, and the Representa- Ohio State Buckeye football team, which has self such time as I may consume. tive of the 15th Congressional District, played in more BCS Bowl Games than any I rise today in support of the resolu- other team in college football. where Ohio State University is located, tion before us, House Resolution 1047, it is my very great pleasure to wear The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- commending the Ohio State University the scarlet and gray today, and to pub- ant to the rule, the gentleman from Buckeyes football team for its victory licly and formally congratulate the Puerto Rico (Mr. PIERLUISI) and the in 2010’s Rose Bowl game. Buckeyes on a wonderful season, par- gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. PETRI) In the 2010 Rose Bowl, the Ohio State ticularly for its Rose Bowl win. each will control 20 minutes. University Buckeyes defeated the Uni- I would like to thank the 26 cospon- The Chair recognizes the gentleman versity of Oregon on January 1, 2010. sors of this resolution for joining me in from Puerto Rico. Sophomore quarterback Terrelle Pryor recognizing the Buckeyes’ achieve- GENERAL LEAVE scored two touchdowns and was Rose ments, including all 18 members of the Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I re- Bowl’s offensive most valuable player. Ohio delegation. Buckeye football quest 5 legislative days during which Although Oregon’s team fought val- unites us across party lines. And I Members may revise, extend, and in- iantly, the Buckeyes’ defense held fast. thank my Big 10 colleague from Wis- sert extraneous material on H. Res. Despite the Ducks’ lead early in the consin for his support of the resolution, 1047 into the RECORD. third quarter, the Buckeyes’ defense and particularly for his kind words The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there marched forward to win the game 26–17. about Ohio State University’s strong objection to the request of the gen- Known as ‘‘The Granddaddy of Them history of academic achievement. I am tleman from Puerto Rico? All,’’ the Rose Bowl game kicked off a pleased that we can set aside partisan There was no objection. myriad of college football legacies in differences to come together and recog- Mr. PIERLUISI. I yield myself such 1902. Since then, the game has show- nize the achievements of the student time as I may consume. cased 18 Heisman Trophy winners, pro- athletes of Buckeye football. I would I rise today to congratulate the Ohio duced 32 national champions, featured also like to thank Chairman MILLER State University Buckeyes football 197 consensus All-Americans, and hon- for his help in bringing this resolution team for their victory in the 2010 ored 98 college football legends by in- to the floor. NCAA Rose Bowl. On January 1, the ducting them into the Rose Bowl Hall On January 1, 2010, central Ohio Ohio State Buckeyes of the Big Ten of Fame. cheered on the Ohio State Buckeyes as Conference faced off against the Or- The 2010 Rose Bowl was the seventh they defeated the University of Oregon egon Ducks from the Pac-10 Conference Rose Bowl won by the Buckeyes. The Ducks 26–17 in the 96th Rose Bowl for the 96th Rose Bowl game. The 2009–2010 season marked the fifth con- game. It was the Buckeyes’ fifth Buckeyes defeated the Ducks by a secutive Big Ten title for the Buckeyes straight BCS bowl appearance and sev- score of 26–17, collecting their seventh and the fifth consecutive BCS Bowl for enth Rose Bowl victory in the pro- Rose Bowl crown. the team. gram’s history. The Buckeyes’ strong The Buckeyes finished their season defense held the high-powered Oregon 1645 with an 11–2 record and a fifth national b offense to 27 points below its season av- ranking. In addition to winning its sev- Ohio State was ranked fifth nation- erage. enth Rose Bowl title, Ohio State won ally and competed in a manner unpar- While the win was a result of a tre- its fifth consecutive Big Ten title, alleled in the Rose Bowl game. The mendous team effort, quarterback playing in its fifth consecutive BCS Buckeyes have won seven national Terrelle Pryor, son of Pennsylvania, bowl game. The Buckeyes have played championships and produced seven Mr. Speaker, turned in an exceptional in eight BCS games, the most of any Heisman Trophy winners. While the individual performance, throwing for school. The players and coaches de- tradition of excellence certainly pre- 266 yards and rushing for 72 more, earn- serve to be recognized for their out- sents itself on the gridiron, Ohio State ing the Most Valuable Player award. standing accomplishments. University’s commitment to academic I would also like to take this oppor- Congratulations are in order for excellence is equally abundant. tunity to congratulate the Buckeyes’ Terrelle Pryor, Ohio State’s quarter- Ohio State University is the flagship worthy opponent, the Pac 10 champion back and 2010 Rose Bowl MVP. Pryor institution of Ohio’s public university Oregon Ducks, on a great season. Led threw for 266 yards, ran for 72 yards, system. It has been ranked as the 18th by their quarterback Jeremiah Masoli and scored two touchdowns, leading all best public university by U.S. News & and their running back LaMichael players from both teams in these cat- World Report and houses several pro- James, the Ducks came into the game egories. grams that were ranked among the top ranked number seven and boasted one I also want to extend my congratula- 10 in these United States. The univer- of the most prolific offenses in the Na- tions to Head Coach Jim Tressel. Coach sity was established in 1870, and its stu- tion. Although the Buckeyes prevailed Tressel just completed his ninth season dents have excelled since that time. in Pasadena, Oregon overcame adver- with the Buckeyes. Since taking the I extend my congratulations to head sity all season and should also be proud position, Tressel has led the Buckeyes coach Jim Tressel and all of the hard- of their achievements.

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But instead, during a banner victory, and I yield back the balance of 1142 into the RECORD. month of November, the Buckeyes tal- my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there lied wins over then-number 10 Penn The SPEAKER pro tempore. The objection to the request of the gen- State and then-number 13 Iowa in a question is on the motion offered by tleman from Puerto Rico? thrilling overtime game on their way the gentleman from Puerto Rico (Mr. There was no objection. to winning the Big 10 title. PIERLUISI) that the House suspend the Mr. PIERLUISI. I yield myself such rules and agree to the resolution, H. The Buckeyes achieved many his- time as I may consume. Res. 1047. toric achievements during the 2009 sea- Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong The question was taken. son. The team earned its fifth consecu- support of House Resolution 1142, The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the which congratulates Silver Lake Col- tive Big 10 Conference title, and its opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being sixth in the last eight seasons. The lege for 75 years of service as an under- in the affirmative, the ayes have it. graduate institution of higher edu- Buckeyes also won at least 10 games 5 Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I ob- cation. Founded in the late 1800s by the straight years for the first time in the ject to the vote on the ground that a Franciscan Sisters of Christian Char- program’s storied history. The Ohio quorum is not present and make the ity, Silver Lake College has emerged as State defense was ranked in the top point of order that a quorum is not a strong academic environment for stu- five nationally in four statistical cat- present. egories, while shutting their opponents The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- dents looking for one-on-one attention. out three times. This year’s senior ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the The school educates approximately class is the most successful in Ohio Chair’s prior announcement, further 1,000 students annually, offers a seven- State history, winning a school record proceedings on this motion will be to-one student-to-teacher ratio, and 44 games over the past 4 years. In addi- postponed. provides 24 different areas of study for tion, head coach Jim Tressel became The point of no quorum is considered its students. The small, intimate set- only the second Ohio State coach, withdrawn. ting Silver Lake College champions gives students and teachers opportuni- along with Woody Hayes, to win both a f Rose Bowl championship and the na- ties to excel in and out of the class- CONGRATULATING SILVER LAKE tional championship with the Buck- room. COLLEGE ON 75TH ANNIVERSARY eyes. Most importantly, 31 Buckeyes Silver Lake College was founded on were named to the Big 10 all-academic Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I move Franciscan Catholic values. These val- team, and the Buckeyes have led the to suspend the rules and agree to the ues focus on a commitment to commu- Big 10 in all-academic team honorees resolution (H. Res. 1142) congratulating nity, compassion, peace, and reverence in eight consecutive seasons. Silver Lake College for 75 years of for creation. Through a quality liberal arts education, students at Silver Lake One other comment about the Rose service as an undergraduate institution College learn to connect the mind and Bowl, this one about the Rose Bowl Pa- of higher education. The Clerk read the title of the resolu- spirit through Franciscan traditions. rade. Many great marching bands, in- tion. Leadership and service ideals are in- cluding those from Ohio, marched on The text of the resolution is as fol- stilled in the student body at Silver that day in the Rose Bowl Parade, but lows: Lake College. These ideals are best ex- it was a banner day when the marching H. RES. 1142 emplified by students’ commitment to band from the Ohio State School for Whereas Silver Lake College was founded volunteerism. This past February, the Blind marched the streets of Pasa- in the late 1800s by the Franciscan Sisters of three student organizations at the dena as part of the Rose Bowl Parade, Christian Charity as an academy and normal school partnered to raise funds for vic- an historic first. And I really congratu- school; tims of the Haiti earthquake. Students late those students, their teachers, and Whereas the State of Wisconsin issued the hosted a rock and roll concert and sold their band director. We are very proud charter designating Silver Lake College, food at fundraisers throughout campus, of their outstanding achievement as then named Holy Family College, as an un- with all proceeds going to earthquake well. dergraduate institution of higher education victims. As it turns out, the Buckeyes’ vic- in 1935; Whereas Silver Lake College is a four-year This year Silver Lake College will tory in the Rose Bowl was a sign of Catholic liberal arts college, located in celebrate 75 years of providing excel- good things to come for Ohio State Manitowoc, Wisconsin; lent education and cultivating young athletics in 2010. The women’s basket- Whereas Silver Lake College currently women and men to be well-rounded ball team recently won the Big 10 reg- serves 1,253 students and offers a 7 to 1 stu- young adults with promising career dent to teacher ratio; ular season title for the sixth year in a paths. row, a new record, and the Big 10 tour- Whereas students at Silver Lake College can earn degrees in 11 different programs and Mr. Speaker, once again I express my nament title for the second year in a support for Silver Lake College, and row. Meanwhile, the men’s basketball 24 different areas of study; and Whereas Silver Lake College emphasizes a thank Congressman PETRI for bringing team won a share of the Big 10 regular professional education with a liberal arts ex- this bill forward. I urge my colleagues season championship going into this perience and encourages life-long learning to join me in support of this resolution. weekend’s Big 10 tournament. I wish and moral and community leadership: Now, I reserve the balance of my time. both of these teams the best of luck therefore, be it Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- during their postseason runs. Resolved, That the House of Representa- self such time as I may consume. I urge my colleagues to support this tives— (1) congratulates Silver Lake College for 75 I rise today in support of House Reso- bipartisan resolution recognizing the years of service as an undergraduate institu- lution 1142, congratulating Silver Lake Ohio State Buckeyes’ athletic and aca- tion of higher education; and College for 75 years of service as an un- demic achievements. The 2009 Ohio (2) commends Silver Lake College for pro- dergraduate institution of higher edu- State Buckeyes football team con- viding education and training to the people cation. Silver Lake College is a 4-year ducted itself both on and off the field of Wisconsin for over 75 years. Catholic liberal arts college located in with the excellence we have come to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Manitowoc, Wisconsin, which is in the expect from this great program. I con- ant to the rule, the gentleman from congressional district I represent. gratulate the Buckeyes on their season Puerto Rico (Mr. PIERLUISI) and the The college was founded in the late and look forward to cheering them on gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. PETRI) 1800s by the Franciscan Sisters of in 2010. As we say in Ohio, Go Bucks. each will control 20 minutes. Christian Charity. In 1935, the State of

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The col- Res. 1142. tives— lege began admitting lay women on a The question was taken; and (two- (1) supports the designation of ‘‘School So- regular basis in 1957, and became co- thirds being in the affirmative) the cial Work Week’’; educational in 1969 to better meet the rules were suspended and the resolu- (2) honors and recognizes the contributions educational needs of the local area. tion was agreed to. of school social workers to the successes of Today, Silver Lake serves over 1,000 A motion to reconsider was laid on students in schools across the Nation; and students and offers a seven-to-one stu- the table. (3) encourages the people of the United dent-to-teacher ratio. It offers 11 dif- States to observe ‘‘School Social Work f Week’’ with appropriate ceremonies and ac- ferent degree programs in 24 areas of SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK tivities that promote awareness of the vital study. A pioneer in the music field, Sil- role of school social workers, in schools and ver Lake College is the only college in Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I move in the community as a whole, in helping stu- the country to have an established un- to suspend the rules and agree to the dents prepare for their futures as productive dergraduate Kodaly concept of music resolution (H. Res. 1091) expressing sup- citizens. education concentration. port for designation of the week of Feb- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- In addition to music, Silver Lake ruary 28 through March 7, 2010, as ant to the rule, the gentleman from College has a highly regarded reputa- ‘‘School Social Work Week’’, as amend- Puerto Rico (Mr. PIERLUISI) and the tion for its undergraduate and grad- ed. gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. PETRI) uate education programs. The college The Clerk read the title of the resolu- each will control 20 minutes. also has expanded its reach throughout tion. The Chair recognizes the gentleman the State of Wisconsin, offering classes The text of the resolution is as fol- from Puerto Rico. in a variety of communities, including lows: GENERAL LEAVE Green Bay, Marinette, Rhinelander, H. RES. 1091 Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I ask and Sheboygan. Silver Lake College Whereas the importance of school social unanimous consent that Members may strives to develop a community of life- work through the inclusion of school social have 5 legislative days in which to re- long learners, to provide educational work programs has been recognized in the vise and extend their remarks and in- opportunities for professional prepara- current authorizations of the Elementary sert extraneous material on H. Res. tion within a liberal arts experience, to and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.) and the Individuals with 1091 into the RECORD. prepare students for self-directed intel- Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there lectual inquiry and aesthetic apprecia- seq.); objection to the request of the gen- tion, and to foster commitment to Whereas school social workers serve as tleman from Puerto Rico? Christian values, service, and leader- vital members of a school’s educational There was no objection. ship in the world community. team, playing a central role in creating part- Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I yield This past fall, as part of a 10-year nerships between the home, school, and com- myself such time as I may consume. campus master plan, Silver Lake Col- munity to ensure student academic success; Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support lege opened its first on-campus resi- Whereas school social workers are espe- of H. Res. 1091, a resolution to recog- cially skilled in providing services to stu- dence hall. As its growth continues, nize the week of February 28 through dents who face serious challenges to school March 6, 2010, as National School So- plans are in the works for the construc- success, including poverty, disability, dis- tion of a new music education and per- crimination, abuse, addiction, bullying, di- cial Worker Week. formance center, along with an ath- vorce of parents, loss of a loved one, and School social workers have long letics and events center. other barriers to learning; played a critical role in schools and in I have had the opportunity to visit Whereas there is a growing need for local the community as a whole. They are the college on numerous occasions, and educational agencies to offer the mental professionals with training in social commend Dr. George Arnold, Silver health services that school social workers support and mental health interven- Lake’s president, for his efforts in provide when working with families, teach- tion who work with youth to address ers, principals, community agencies, and working with the local Manitowoc their emotional, social, and develop- other entities to address students’ emo- mental needs. For example, students in community and businesses to enhance tional, physical, and environmental needs so student learning opportunities. Strong that students may achieve behavioral and elementary school are just beginning institutions help to make strong com- academic success; to develop their academic skills and munities, and the people of Wisconsin, Whereas to achieve the goal of the No their feelings of competence. School especially those in and near Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law social workers help students build Manitowoc, are proud of the 75 years of 107–110) of helping all children reach their their confidence as learners. service that Silver Lake College has optimal levels of potential and achievement, In middle school, many new chal- including children with serious emotional provided. The growth, strength, and vi- lenges arise. During this passage from disturbances, schools must work to remove childhood to adolescence, students are tality of Silver Lake College is an the emotional, behavioral, and academic bar- achievement well worth special rec- riers that interfere with student success in characterized by a need to explore a va- ognition. school; riety of interests, connecting their I extend my congratulations to Sil- Whereas in 1999, with the most current learning in the classroom to its prac- ver Lake College on its 75th anniver- data available, the Surgeon General’s Report tical application in life. In middle sary, and wish all of its faculty, staff, on Mental Health showed that fewer than 1 schools, school social workers provide students, and alumni continued success in 5 of the 17,500,000 children in need of men- leadership to engage all stakeholders tal health services actually receive these in their endeavors. in the delivery of programs and serv- services, and research indicates that school ices to help students navigate the chal- I ask my colleagues to support this mental health programs improve educational resolution. outcomes by decreasing absences, decreasing lenges of early adolescence to achieve academic, social, and behavioral suc- b 1700 discipline referrals, and improving academic achievement; cess. I have no further requests for time, Whereas school mental health programs And in high school, students begin and I yield back the balance of my are critical to early identification of mental separating from parents to explore time. health problems and in the provision of ap- their independence and define their in- Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I urge propriate services when needed; dividuality. They face increased pres- my colleagues to join me in supporting Whereas the national average ratio of stu- sures to engage in risky behaviors in- this resolution congratulating Silver dents to school social workers recommended volving sex, alcohol, and drugs, and by the School Social Work Association of Lake College for 75 years of service. America is 400 to 1; and many students seek support in choos- I yield back the balance of my time. Whereas the celebration and of ‘‘School So- ing acceptable behavior and estab- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The cial Work Week’’ during the week of Feb- lishing mature, meaningful relation- question is on the motion offered by ruary 28 through March 6, 2010, highlights ships. School social workers help them

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School social workers mental health services social workers offer every day such as poverty, disability, are critical to the identification of when working with students’ emotional, phys- discrimination, abuse, addiction, bul- mental health problems and the provi- ical, and environmental needs. When students lying, divorce of parents, loss of a loved sion of services when needed. are coupled with sincere and understanding one, and other barriers to learning. Today, we honor and recognize the social worker, they are more likely to succeed School social workers are also on the contributions of school social workers and achieve behavioral and academic suc- front lines when disaster strikes, such to the success of students in the cess. This legislation will affirm that social as the suicide plane attack in Austin, schools throughout our Nation. I ask workers are life lines to children, schools, fam- Texas, that killed a number of people my colleagues to support this resolu- ilies and communities and those we fully are last month, Hurricane Katrina, as well tion. committed to any and all initiatives that pro- as our traumatic events such as 9/11 or Having no requests for time, I yield mote the need for such crucial workers. school violence incidents like Col- back the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, 1 in 5 of the 17,500,000 chil- umbine. Mr. PIERLUISI. Mr. Speaker, I urge dren in need of mental health services actually There is documentation of the grow- my colleagues to join me in supporting receive these services, and research indicates ing need for school districts to expand this resolution recognizing National that school mental health programs improve mental health and student support School Social Work Week. educational outcomes by decreasing ab- services in schools. The numbers indi- Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in sences, decreasing discipline referrals, and cate that less than 1 in 5 of the 17.5 support of House Resolution 1091, supporting improving academic achievement. It is impera- million children in need of mental ‘‘School Social Work Week.’’ I introduced this tive that more social workers are properly health services actually receive any resolution in order to recognize and support trained and deployed into these various school support from qualified professionals. the critical, often thankless work performed by systems to assist students in reaching their Many students go underserved pri- social workers in schools across our country. most favorable level of potential and achieve- marily because the national average School social workers bring valuable skills and ment, especially children with serious emo- ratio of students to school social work- expertise to schools and student services tional barriers. The observation of ‘School So- ers is far higher than the 400 to 1 ratio teams to ensure that every child has an op- cial Work Week’ during the week of February recommended by the School Social portunity for success. 28 through March 7, 2010, calls attention to Work Association of America. On a daily basis, school social workers help the fundamental role school social workers Mr. Speaker, this resolution serves to educators, administrators, and parents ad- play in the lives of students in the United recognize the tremendous importance dress students’ emotional, physical, and envi- States. of school social workers and acknowl- ronmental needs. School social workers help As many may know during the first years in edge the valuable role that they play in educators to understand cultural, family, and the aftermath of hurricane Katrina, the Hous- guiding our students’ success. I want to community factors affecting students. ton school system, mainly Houston Inde- thank Congressman KENNEDY for bring- Everyday, they work with administrators to pendent School District, was flooded with chil- ing this resolution forward. I urge my design and implement prevention programs dren from the affected area school systems. colleagues to resoundingly pass this and policies that address school attendance, After being through such a horrific ordeal, stu- resolution. bullying, sexual harassment, teen pregnancy, dents were expected to continue with their I reserve the balance of my time. child abuse and neglect, special education, studies as normal. It took the dedicated work Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- and more. Issues like cyber bullying and har- of school social workers which assessed what self such time as I may consume. assment are extremely underreported and on was already in place to help the students, con- Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the the rise in schools across the country. Adult clude what was missing and formulate a plan resolution before us, House Resolution intervention at school is necessary to effec- to build the student’s aptitude to bounce back 1091, expressing support for designation tively curb these trends. from adversity. Now many of these students of the week now passed of February 28 School social workers also work as liaisons have gone on to succeed academically and through March 6, 2010, as ‘‘School So- between parents and schools. They work with socially. cial Work Week.’’ parents so that they may participate in their So in conclusion, I support H. Res. 1091 School social work is a specialized child’s education, understand special edu- and I encourage my colleagues to join me. In area of practice within the broad field cation services, and access other services re- these uncertain times, where natural and un- of the social work profession. School lated to their child’s needs. natural disasters are on every hand and have social workers bring unique knowledge In healthcare we must treat the whole per- caused traumatic experiences for this nation, and skills to the school system and the son and in education we must do the same. let us not forget our youth. student services team. School social School social workers recognize the impor- Mr. PIERLUISI. I yield back the bal- workers are instrumental in furthering tance of connecting emotional, behavioral, and ance of my time. the purposes of education, which is to academic services in order to maximize chil- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The provide a setting for teaching, learn- dren’s opportunities for success. question is on the motion offered by ing, and for the attainment of com- Too many children do not receive the men- the gentleman from Puerto Rico (Mr. petence and confidence. School social tal health services they need. Improved and PIERLUISI) that the House suspend the workers are hired by school districts to expanded school mental health programs rules and agree to the resolution, H. enhance the district’s ability to meet would help to close this discrepancy. The Res. 1091, as amended. its academic mission. kinds of services that so many students des- The question was taken; and (two- Within the school setting, school so- perately need are precisely the type of serv- thirds being in the affirmative) the cial workers are a link between the ices that school social workers can provide. rules were suspended and the resolu- student, the student’s family, the As our economy continues to struggle, and tion, as amended, was agreed to. school, and the community. The effi- families all over the country are losing their A motion to reconsider was laid on cacy of this link is considerably de- homes and jobs; the need for school social the table. pendent upon professional relation- workers only multiples. f ships developed with the student and That is why I am proud to be the sponsor the student’s family, as well as with of this resolution. I would like to thank the RECESS other school personnel. School social Chairman and Ranking Member of the House The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- workers are concerned with the stu- Education and Labor Committee for allowing ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair dent’s education as well as their emo- this resolution to come to the floor, and I urge declares the House in recess until ap- tional and mental well-being. all of my colleagues to support it. proximately 6:30 p.m. today. School social workers play an impor- Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Accordingly (at 5 o’clock and 8 min- tant part in the academic and emo- I rise today in strong support of H. Res. 1091, utes p.m.), the House stood in recess tional development of students in which expresses support for designation of the until approximately 6:30 p.m.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1208 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 b 1830 Carney Israel Polis (CO) Johnson, Sam McMorris Roskam Carson (IN) Jackson (IL) Pomeroy King (IA) Rodgers Royce AFTER RECESS Cassidy Jackson Lee Posey King (NY) Mica Schmidt Castor (FL) (TX) Price (NC) Kingston Miller (FL) Schock The recess having expired, the House Chandler Johnson (GA) Putnam Kirkpatrick (AZ) Miller (MI) Sensenbrenner was called to order by the Speaker pro Chu Johnson, E. B. Quigley Kline (MN) Miller, Gary Sessions Clarke Jones Rahall Lamborn Moran (KS) Shadegg tempore (Mr. SCHRADER) at 6 o’clock Clay Kagen Rangel Lance Murphy, Tim Shimkus and 30 minutes p.m. Cleaver Kanjorski Reichert Latham Myrick Shuster Clyburn Kaptur Reyes Latta Neugebauer Simpson f Cohen Kildee Richardson Lee (NY) Nunes Smith (TX) Connolly (VA) Kilroy Rodriguez Lewis (CA) Olson Souder REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- Cooper Kind Rohrabacher Linder Owens Stearns VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF Costa Kissell Rooney Lucas Paul Sullivan HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLU- Costello Klein (FL) Ros-Lehtinen Luetkemeyer Paulsen Terry Courtney Kosmas Ross Lummis Pence Thompson (PA) TION 248, AFGHANISTAN WAR Crowley Kratovil Rothman (NJ) Lungren, Daniel Petri Thornberry POWERS RESOLUTION Cuellar Kucinich Roybal-Allard E. Pitts Tiahrt Cummings Langevin Ruppersberger Manzullo Platts Tiberi Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, from the Davis (CA) Larsen (WA) Rush Marchant Poe (TX) Turner Committee on Rules, submitted a priv- Davis (IL) Larson (CT) Ryan (WI) Marshall Price (GA) Upton ileged report (Rept. No. 111–428) on the Davis (TN) LaTourette Salazar McCarthy (CA) Radanovich Walden resolution (H. Res. 1146) providing for DeFazio Lee (CA) Sa´ nchez, Linda McCaul Rehberg Westmoreland DeGette Levin T. McClintock Roe (TN) Whitfield consideration of the concurrent resolu- Delahunt Lewis (GA) Sanchez, Loretta McCotter Rogers (AL) Wilson (SC) tion (H. Con. Res. 248) directing the DeLauro Lipinski Sarbanes McHenry Rogers (KY) Wolf President, pursuant to section 5(c) of Diaz-Balart, L. LoBiondo Scalise McKeon Rogers (MI) Young (AK) Diaz-Balart, M. Loebsack Schakowsky the War Powers Resolution, to remove Dicks Lofgren, Zoe Schauer NOT VOTING—25 the United States Armed Forces from Dingell Lowey Schiff Barrett (SC) Forbes Perlmutter Afghanistan, which was referred to the Doggett Luja´ n Schrader Blunt Grijalva Ryan (OH) House Calendar and ordered to be Donnelly (IN) Lynch Schwartz Camp Gutierrez Space Doyle Mack Scott (GA) printed. Conyers Hoekstra Titus Driehaus Maffei Scott (VA) Dahlkemper Jordan (OH) Wamp f Edwards (MD) Maloney Serrano Davis (AL) Kennedy Woolsey Edwards (TX) Markey (CO) Sestak Deal (GA) Kilpatrick (MI) Young (FL) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Ehlers Markey (MA) Shea-Porter Engel Kirk Ellison Matheson Sherman Fallin Nadler (NY) PRO TEMPORE Ellsworth Matsui Shuler Eshoo McCarthy (NY) Sires b 1902 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Etheridge McCollum Skelton ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Farr McDermott Slaughter Messrs. GARY G. MILLER of Cali- will resume on motions to suspend the Fattah McGovern Smith (NE) fornia, ALTMIRE, HALL of Texas, rules previously postponed. Filner McIntyre Smith (NJ) COLE, OLSON, CHILDERS, BOREN, Fleming McMahon Smith (WA) Votes will be taken in the following Fortenberry McNerney Snyder JOHNSON of Illinois, TERRY and order: Foster Meek (FL) Speier MCCAUL and Mrs. MCMORRIS ROD- H.R. 3650, by the yeas and nays; Frank (MA) Meeks (NY) Spratt GERS changed their vote from ‘‘yea’’ Fudge Melancon Stark to ‘‘nay.’’ House Resolution 1069, by the yeas Garamendi Michaud Stupak and nays; Giffords Miller (NC) Sutton Messrs. CASSIDY, ALEXANDER, House Resolution 935, de novo. Gohmert Miller, George Tanner FLEMING and BILIRAKIS and Mrs. The first electronic vote will be con- Gonzalez Minnick Taylor BONO MACK changed their vote from Gordon (TN) Mitchell Teague ducted as a 15-minute vote. Remaining Grayson Mollohan Thompson (CA) ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ electronic votes will be conducted as 5- Green, Al Moore (KS) Thompson (MS) So (two-thirds not being in the af- minute votes. Green, Gene Moore (WI) Tierney firmative) the motion was rejected. Hall (NY) Moran (VA) Tonko The result of the vote was announced f Halvorson Murphy (CT) Towns Hare Murphy (NY) Tsongas as above recorded. HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOMS AND Harman Murphy, Patrick Van Hollen f HYPOXIA RESEARCH AND CON- Hastings (FL) Napolitano Vela´ zquez Heinrich Neal (MA) Visclosky CONGRATULATING WINNERS OF TROL AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2010 Herseth Sandlin Nye Walz NOBEL PRIZE IN PHYSICS The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Higgins Oberstar Wasserman Hill Obey Schultz The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- finished business is the vote on the mo- Himes Olver Waters tion to suspend the rules and pass the Hinchey Ortiz Watson finished business is the vote on the mo- bill, H.R. 3650, as amended, on which Hinojosa Pallone Watt tion to suspend the rules and agree to the yeas and nays were ordered. Hirono Pascrell Waxman the resolution, H. Res. 1069, on which Hodes Pastor (AZ) Weiner The Clerk read the title of the bill. Holden Payne Welch the yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Holt Perriello Wilson (OH) The Clerk read the title of the resolu- question is on the motion offered by Honda Peters Wittman tion. Hoyer Peterson Wu The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Inslee Pingree (ME) Yarmuth BAIRD) that the House suspend the question is on the motion offered by rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3650, as NAYS—142 the gentleman from Washington (Mr. amended. Aderholt Calvert Frelinghuysen BAIRD) that the House suspend the The vote was taken by electronic de- Akin Campbell Gallegly rules and agree to the resolution, H.R. vice, and there were—yeas 263, nays Altmire Cantor Garrett (NJ) 1069. Austria Carter Gerlach 142, not voting 25, as follows: Bachmann Castle Gingrey (GA) This is a 5-minute vote. [Roll No. 92] Bachus Chaffetz Goodlatte The vote was taken by electronic de- Bartlett Childers Granger YEAS—263 vice, and there were—yeas 402, nays 0, Barton (TX) Coble Graves not voting 28, as follows: Ackerman Berry Brady (PA) Bishop (UT) Coffman (CO) Griffith Adler (NJ) Biggert Braley (IA) Blackburn Cole Guthrie [Roll No. 93] Alexander Bilbray Brown, Corrine Boehner Conaway Hall (TX) YEAS—402 Andrews Bilirakis Brown-Waite, Bonner Crenshaw Harper Arcuri Bishop (GA) Ginny Boozman Culberson Hastings (WA) Ackerman Baca Berkley Baca Bishop (NY) Buchanan Boren Davis (KY) Heller Aderholt Bachmann Berman Baird Blumenauer Butterfield Brady (TX) Dent Hensarling Adler (NJ) Bachus Berry Baldwin Boccieri Cao Bright Dreier Herger Akin Baird Biggert Barrow Bono Mack Capito Broun (GA) Duncan Hunter Alexander Baldwin Bilbray Bean Boswell Capps Brown (SC) Emerson Inglis Altmire Barrow Bilirakis Becerra Boucher Capuano Burgess Flake Issa Andrews Bartlett Bishop (GA) Berkley Boustany Cardoza Burton (IN) Foxx Jenkins Arcuri Barton (TX) Bishop (NY) Berman Boyd Carnahan Buyer Franks (AZ) Johnson (IL) Austria Bean Bishop (UT)

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Kosmas Boswell Giffords Markey (MA) Walden Scalise Space Andrews Dicks Kratovil Boucher Gingrey (GA) Marshall Walz Matheson Schakowsky Speier Arcuri Dingell Kucinich Boustany Gohmert Wasserman Boyd Matsui Schauer Spratt Austria Doggett Lamborn Gonzalez Schultz Brady (PA) McCarthy (CA) Schiff Stark Baca Donnelly (IN) Lance Goodlatte Waters Brady (TX) McCarthy (NY) Schmidt Stearns Bachmann Doyle Langevin Gordon (TN) Watson Braley (IA) Granger McCaul Schock Stupak Bachus Dreier Larsen (WA) Schrader Sullivan Watt Bright Graves McClintock Baird Driehaus Larson (CT) Schwartz Sutton Waxman Baldwin Duncan Latham Broun (GA) Grayson McCollum Scott (GA) Tanner Weiner Barrow Edwards (MD) LaTourette Brown (SC) Green, Al McCotter Scott (VA) Taylor Welch Bartlett Edwards (TX) Latta Brown, Corrine Green, Gene McDermott Sensenbrenner Teague Westmoreland Barton (TX) Ehlers Lee (CA) Brown-Waite, Griffith McGovern Sessions Terry Whitfield Bean Ellison Lee (NY) Ginny Guthrie McHenry Sestak Thompson (CA) Wilson (OH) Becerra Ellsworth Levin Buchanan Hall (NY) McKeon Shadegg Thompson (MS) Wilson (SC) Berkley Emerson Lewis (CA) Burgess Hall (TX) McMahon Burton (IN) McMorris Shea-Porter Thompson (PA) Wittman Berry Eshoo Lewis (GA) Halvorson Sherman Thornberry Biggert Etheridge Linder Butterfield Hare Rodgers Wolf Buyer McNerney Shimkus Tiahrt Wu Bilbray Farr Lipinski Harman Shuler Calvert Meek (FL) Tiberi Yarmuth Bilirakis Fattah LoBiondo Harper Shuster Tierney Bishop (GA) Filner Loebsack Campbell Meeks (NY) Young (AK) Hastings (FL) Simpson Titus Bishop (NY) Flake Lofgren, Zoe Cantor Hastings (WA) Melancon Cao Mica Bishop (UT) Fleming Lowey Heinrich NOT VOTING—28 Blackburn Fortenberry Lucas Capito Heller Michaud Capps Miller (FL) Barrett (SC) Forbes Nadler (NY) Blumenauer Foster Luetkemeyer Hensarling Boccieri Foxx Luja´ n Capuano Miller (MI) Becerra Grijalva Perlmutter Herger Boehner Frank (MA) Lummis Cardoza Miller (NC) Blunt Gutierrez Quigley Herseth Sandlin Bonner Franks (AZ) Lungren, Daniel Carnahan Miller, Gary Camp Hoekstra Ryan (OH) Higgins Bono Mack Frelinghuysen E. Carney Miller, George Conyers Jordan (OH) Serrano Hill Boozman Fudge Lynch Carson (IN) Minnick Dahlkemper Kennedy Wamp Himes Boren Gallegly Mack Carter Mitchell Davis (AL) Kilpatrick (MI) Woolsey Hinchey Boswell Garamendi Maffei Cassidy Mollohan Deal (GA) Kirk Young (FL) Hinojosa Boucher Garrett (NJ) Maloney Castle Moore (KS) Engel Manzullo Hirono Boustany Gerlach Marchant Castor (FL) Moore (WI) Fallin McIntyre Hodes Boyd Giffords Markey (CO) Chaffetz Moran (KS) Holden Brady (PA) Gingrey (GA) Markey (MA) Moran (VA) Chandler Holt b 1909 Brady (TX) Gonzalez Marshall Childers Honda Murphy (CT) Braley (IA) Goodlatte Matheson Chu Hoyer Murphy (NY) So (two-thirds being in the affirma- Bright Gordon (TN) Matsui Clarke Hunter Murphy, Patrick tive) the rules were suspended and the Broun (GA) Granger McCarthy (CA) Clay Murphy, Tim Inglis resolution was agreed to. Brown (SC) Graves McCarthy (NY) Cleaver Inslee Myrick Brown, Corrine Grayson McCaul Clyburn Israel Napolitano The result of the vote was announced Brown-Waite, Green, Al McClintock Coble Issa Neal (MA) as above recorded. Ginny Green, Gene McCollum Coffman (CO) Jackson (IL) Neugebauer Buchanan Griffith McCotter Cohen Nunes A motion to reconsider was laid on Jackson Lee the table. Burgess Guthrie McDermott Cole (TX) Nye Burton (IN) Hall (NY) McGovern Conaway Jenkins Oberstar Stated for: Butterfield Hall (TX) McHenry Connolly (VA) Johnson (GA) Obey Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. Buyer Halvorson McIntyre Cooper Olson Johnson (IL) 93 I was unavoidably detained. Had I been Calvert Hare McKeon Costa Johnson, E. B. Olver Campbell Harman McMahon Costello Ortiz Johnson, Sam present, I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ Cantor Harper McMorris Courtney Owens Jones Cao Hastings (FL) Rodgers Crenshaw Pallone Kagen Capito Hastings (WA) McNerney Crowley Pascrell f Kanjorski Capps Heinrich Meek (FL) Cuellar Pastor (AZ) Kaptur Capuano Heller Meeks (NY) Culberson Paul Kildee Cardoza Hensarling Melancon Cummings Paulsen CONGRATULATING WINNERS OF Kilroy Carnahan Herger Mica Davis (CA) Payne NATIONAL MEDAL OF TECH- Kind Carney Herseth Sandlin Michaud Davis (IL) Pence King (IA) NOLOGY AND INNOVATION Carson (IN) Higgins Miller (FL) Davis (KY) Perriello King (NY) Carter Hill Miller (MI) Davis (TN) Peters The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Kingston Cassidy Himes Miller (NC) DeFazio Peterson finished business is the question on Castle Hinchey Miller, Gary DeGette Kirkpatrick (AZ) Petri Kissell suspending the rules and agreeing to Castor (FL) Hinojosa Miller, George Delahunt Pingree (ME) Chaffetz Hirono Minnick DeLauro Klein (FL) Pitts the resolution, H. Res. 935. Kline (MN) Chandler Hodes Mitchell Dent Platts The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Childers Holden Mollohan Diaz-Balart, L. Kosmas Poe (TX) Kratovil tion. Chu Holt Moore (KS) Diaz-Balart, M. Polis (CO) Clarke Honda Moore (WI) Dicks Kucinich Pomeroy The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Lamborn Clay Hoyer Moran (KS) Dingell Posey question is on the motion offered by Cleaver Hunter Moran (VA) Doggett Lance Price (GA) the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Langevin Clyburn Inglis Murphy (CT) Donnelly (IN) Price (NC) Coble Inslee Murphy (NY) Larsen (WA) BAIRD) that the House suspend the Doyle Putnam Coffman (CO) Israel Murphy, Patrick Larson (CT) rules and agree to the resolution, H. Dreier Radanovich Cohen Issa Murphy, Tim Latham Driehaus Rahall Res. 935. Cole Jackson (IL) Myrick LaTourette Duncan Rangel The question was taken. Conaway Jackson Lee Napolitano Latta Edwards (MD) Rehberg Connolly (VA) (TX) Neal (MA) Lee (CA) The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the Edwards (TX) Reichert Cooper Jenkins Neugebauer Lee (NY) Ehlers Reyes opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being Costa Johnson (GA) Nunes Levin Ellison Richardson in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Costello Johnson (IL) Nye Lewis (CA) Ellsworth Rodriguez Courtney Johnson, E. B. Oberstar Lewis (GA) RECORDED VOTE Emerson Roe (TN) Crenshaw Johnson, Sam Obey Eshoo Linder Rogers (AL) Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I de- Crowley Jones Olson Etheridge Lipinski Rogers (KY) mand a recorded vote. Cuellar Kagen Olver LoBiondo Farr Rogers (MI) A recorded vote was ordered. Culberson Kanjorski Ortiz Fattah Loebsack Rohrabacher Cummings Kaptur Owens Filner Lofgren, Zoe Rooney The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Davis (CA) Kildee Pallone Flake Lowey Ros-Lehtinen 5-minute vote. Davis (IL) Kilroy Pascrell Fleming Lucas Roskam The vote was taken by electronic de- Davis (KY) Kind Pastor (AZ) Fortenberry Luetkemeyer Ross vice, and there were—ayes 402, noes 0, Davis (TN) King (IA) Paul Foster Luja´ n Rothman (NJ) DeFazio King (NY) Paulsen Foxx Lummis Roybal-Allard not voting 28, as follows:

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1210 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 Payne Sa´ nchez, Linda Sullivan REMOVAL OF NAME OF MEMBER As a former member and pilot of the Pence T. Sutton Perriello Sanchez, Loretta Tanner AS COSPONSOR OF H.R. 872 179th Airlift Wing, I flew on various Peters Sarbanes Taylor Mr. MCCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, I ask missions with them around the globe, Peterson Scalise Teague unanimous consent to have my name and I know of their dedication. Petri Schakowsky Thompson (CA) The conditions in Haiti are, indeed, Pingree (ME) Schauer Thompson (MS) removed as a cosponsor of H.R. 872. Pitts Schiff Thompson (PA) The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there horrific, and I pray for those who have Platts Schmidt Thornberry objection to the request of the gen- perished and for the loved ones they Poe (TX) Schock Tiahrt tleman from Michigan? have left behind. I am proud that my Polis (CO) Schrader Tiberi home State of Ohio symbolizes what so Pomeroy Schwartz Tierney There was no objection. Posey Scott (GA) Titus many in the U.S. Armed Forces already Price (GA) Scott (VA) Tonko f know: No matter where devastation oc- Price (NC) Sensenbrenner Towns curs, there are courageous and selfless Putnam Serrano Tsongas HONORING TERRY LINDSEY young men and women across our Na- Radanovich Sessions Turner (Mr. GINGREY of Georgia asked and Rahall Sestak Upton tion who are willing to respond to the was given permission to address the Rangel Shadegg Van Hollen call of duty. ´ House for 1 minute.) Rehberg Shea-Porter Velazquez To the members of the 179th Airlift Reichert Sherman Visclosky Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speak- Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard, Reyes Shimkus Walden er, I would like to take a moment to Richardson Shuler Walz each of you are heroes today, and I honor a very distinguished individual Rodriguez Shuster Wasserman commend you for rising to the call of Roe (TN) Simpson Schultz from the 11th District of Georgia, Mr. duty in this desperate time of need. Rogers (AL) Sires Waters Terry Lindsey. Thank you for your service to our Rogers (KY) Skelton Watson Terry is not only a dear friend but a Rogers (MI) Slaughter Watt country. Rohrabacher Smith (NE) Waxman very renowned member of the Polk Rooney Smith (NJ) Weiner County community. Terry is retiring f Ros-Lehtinen Smith (TX) Welch this March after 31 years of employ- HONORING THE LIFE OF HOYT C. Roskam Smith (WA) Westmoreland Ross Snyder Whitfield ment with Engineered Fabrics in WOODS Rothman (NJ) Souder Wilson (OH) Rockmart, Georgia. Engineered Fab- (Mr. ROONEY asked and was given Roybal-Allard Space Wilson (SC) rics manufactures fuel bladders for Royce Speier Wittman permission to address the House for 1 Ruppersberger Spratt Wolf many platforms, such as the minute.) Rush Stark Wu Blackhawk helicopter and the Abrams Mr. ROONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise Ryan (WI) Stearns Yarmuth tank. Salazar Stupak Young (AK) today to honor the life of Hoyt C. Terry’s hard work with the company Woods, who passed away at his home in NOT VOTING—28 has ultimately helped to ensure the Port St. Lucie, Florida, this month. Barrett (SC) Forbes Nadler (NY) safety of our pilots and of our soldiers Woody, as he was known, was a veteran Berman Gohmert Perlmutter who are in harm’s way. of the Vietnam War, and before moving Blunt Grijalva Quigley Terry started with Engineered Fab- Camp Gutierrez to Florida nearly 30 years ago, he Ryan (OH) rics in 1979 as the manager of Contract Conyers Hoekstra Terry served as a police officer in Long- Dahlkemper Jordan (OH) Wamp Management, and 10 years later, he was meadow, Massachusetts. Davis (AL) Kennedy Woolsey made vice president of Business Devel- Serving fellow veterans was one of Deal (GA) Kilpatrick (MI) Young (FL) Engel Kirk opment. He is an integral part of Engi- Woody’s lifelong passions. For more Fallin Manzullo neered Fabrics’ success, and I know he than 15 years, he served as chairman of will be deeply missed by the company. the Martin County Veterans Council, b 1917 Terry is also a very active volunteer and he was also active in AMVETS, the So (two-thirds being in the affirma- in the Polk County community, serv- American Legion, the VFW, and the tive) the rules were suspended and the ing on the Rotary, and he has been a Elks. He also co-established and was a resolution was agreed to. board member of the Chamber of Com- charter member of the Vietnam Vet- The result of the vote was announced merce for many, many years. He is erans of America, Chapter 127, in Mar- as above recorded. very committed to the youth leader- tin County. A motion to reconsider was laid on ship committee, often speaking to Woody was particularly proud of his the table. their graduation classes. integral role in creating the Honor Terry is married to his college sweet- Flight Program. This program honors f heart, Jean, is a wonderful father of America’s veterans and their sacrifices two, and is a grandfather of four. by raising money to fly them to the PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. Speaker, I am very proud to call Nation’s capital so they can visit and Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, on March 9, Terry a friend. I want to congratulate reflect at their memorials. 2010, I was called away on personal business. him on his retirement, and I want to Hoyt Woods leaves behind his wife of I regret that I was not present to vote on H.R. thank him for his hard work on behalf 25 years, Joyce; their sons, Micki and 3650, H. Res. 1069, and H. Res. 935. Had I of our community and the military. Shawn; two daughters, Wendi and An- been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on all f gela; and a Nation forever grateful for his distinguished service. votes. OHIO AIR NATIONAL GUARD TO On behalf of the people of the 16th HAITI f District of Florida, Godspeed, Mr. (Mr. BOCCIERI asked and was given Woods. PERSONAL EXPLANATION permission to address the House for 1 f Ms. KILPATRICK of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, minute and to revise and extend his re- RECOGNIZING WOMEN’S HISTORY I was unable to attend several votes today. marks.) MONTH Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ Mr. BOCCIERI. Mr. Speaker, today, I on final passage of H.R. 3650, ‘‘aye’’ on final rise in recognition of the Ohio Air Na- (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given passage of H. Res. 1069, and ‘‘aye’’ on final tional Guard, recently dispatched to permission to address the House for 1 passage H. Res. 935. Haiti to participate in the relief efforts minute and to revise and extend his re- after the devastating earthquake there. marks.) f The 179th Airlift Wing of the Na- Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise tional Guard was among the first units tonight to call attention to the month PERSONAL EXPLANATION to land in Haiti, ready to improve com- of March as being National Women’s Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- munication at the Port-au-Prince air- History Month. I am happy to stand avoidably absent from the House Chamber port and to dispatch search and rescue here today, not only as a proud hus- today. Had I been present, I would have voted crews, knowing full well of the condi- band but also as a proud father of four ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 92, 93, and 94. tions awaiting them. daughters.

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Res. 1150, which declares to clause 2 of rule IX, I hereby give no- This year’s theme is ‘‘writing women NASA a national security interest and tice of my intent to offer a question of back into history.’’ Through events, asset. It emphasizes the importance of the privileges of the House. celebrations, and many additional the work of NASA. As well, it indicates The form of the resolution is as fol- measures, 2010 will help ensure that the that the elimination of the Constella- lows: historical and groundbreaking achieve- tion Program will, in fact, create a na- Whereas, the Committee on Standards of ments made by thousands of women tional security risk to the United Official Conduct initiated an investigation will find their rightful place in our his- into allegations related to earmarks and States and will diminish the Nation’s campaign contributions in the Spring of 2009. tory books. efforts to advance scientific research in Whereas, on December 2, 2009, reports and Today, I am proud to recognize the space. findings in seven separate matters involving grandmothers, the mothers, and the In addition, we are asking and indi- the alleged connection between earmarks daughters who have given us so many cating that there should be partner- and campaign contributions were forwarded reasons to celebrate National Women’s ships between universities and that by the Office of Congressional Ethics to the History Month. I look forward to wit- NASA centers should be established to Standards Committee. Whereas, on February 26, 2010, the Stand- nessing other young women become fu- provide research opportunities to con- ture leaders and history makers. ards Committee made public its report on duct research on behalf of the United the matter wherein the Committee found, f States at the international space sta- though a widespread perception exists among HONORING THE SERVICE AND SAC- tion. In addition, this legislation will corporations and lobbyists that campaign RIFICE OF SERGEANT VINCENT ask for the full funding of the Con- contributions provide a greater chance of ob- taining earmarks, there was no evidence L.C. OWENS stellation Program. We must save NASA. We must save that Members or their staff considered con- (Mr. BOOZMAN asked and was given tributions when requesting earmarks. jobs. This is an American imperative. permission to address the House for 1 Whereas, the Committee indicated that, minute and to revise and extend his re- with respect to the matters forwarded by the marks.) f Office of Congressional Ethics, neither the Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise evidence cited in the OCE’s findings nor the PRESERVE, PROTECT AND DEFEND evidence in the record before the Standards today in honor of a brave American Committee provided a substantial reason to soldier who sacrificed his life for free- AMERICA’S MANNED SPACE PRO- believe that violations of applicable stand- dom, Sergeant Vincent L.C. Owens GRAM ards of conduct occurred. from Fort Smith, Arkansas. (Mr. CULBERSON asked and was Whereas, the Office of Congressional Eth- Sergeant Owens was a decorated sol- given permission to address the House ics is prohibited from reviewing activities dier who was assigned to the 3rd Bat- taking place prior to March of 2008 and lacks for 1 minute and to revise and extend the authority to subpoena witnesses and doc- talion, 187th Infantry Regiment, 101st his remarks.) Airborne Division, stationed in Fort uments. Mr. CULBERSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise Whereas, for example, the Office of Con- Campbell, Kentucky. He was the recipi- to join my colleague and fellow gressional Ethics noted that in some in- ent of many awards, including two Houstonian, Congresswoman SHEILA stances documents were redacted or specific Army Commendation Medals, two information was not provided and that, in at JACKSON LEE, in expressing our strong Army Achievement Medals, a Valorous least one instance, they had reason to be- support for the fine men and women at Unit Award, an Iraq Campaign Medal, lieve a witness withheld information re- NASA. and a Global War on Terrorism Service quested and did not identify what was being Medal. Our manned space program has pre- withheld. On March 1, 2010, Sergeant Owens served America’s leadership in space, Whereas, the Office of Congressional Eth- which has led to America’s leadership ics also noted that they were able to inter- died of injuries sustained when the ve- view only six former employees of the PMA hicle he occupied received direct fire. in technology and in scientific ad- vancement. The great men and women Group, with many former employees refusing He was only 21. to consent to interviews and the OCE unable Vincent was an accomplished young of NASA and of our manned space pro- to obtain evidence within PMA’s possession. man, known for his work ethic and gram have created in so many ways so Whereas, Roll Call noted that ‘‘the com- drive, for his focus and desire to be the many technological spin-offs that we mittee report was five pages long and in- best, and, most importantly, for his must preserve America’s leadership in cluded no documentation of any evidence commitment to his family. Vincent space. We must preserve America’s collected or any interviews conducted by the ability to protect the high ground. Un- committee, beyond a statement that the in- made the ultimate sacrifice. So, too, vestigation ‘included extensive document re- did his family—his wife, Kaitlyn; his avoidably, the outer space today is the high ground militarily just as surely as views and interviews with numerous wit- mother, Sheila; and his father, Keith. nesses.’ ’’ (Roll Call, March 8, 2010) Mr. Speaker, Vincent is a true Amer- Cemetery Hill and Little Round Top Whereas, it is unclear whether the Stand- ican hero. I ask that my colleagues were at Gettysburg. ards Committee included in their investiga- keep his family and friends in their There is strong bipartisan support in tion any activities that occurred prior to thoughts and prayers during this very this Congress to preserve America’s 2008. difficult time. manned space program and to oppose Whereas, it is unclear whether the Stand- the recommendation—and that’s what ards Committee interviewed any Members in f it is—of the Obama administration to the course of their investigation. Whereas, it is unclear whether the Stand- SAVING NASA, A NATIONAL close down America’s space program. SECURITY INTEREST AND ASSET ards Committee, in the course of their inves- That is unacceptable. America will tigation, initiated their own subpoenas or (Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas asked never surrender her leadership in the followed the Office of Congressional Ethics and was given permission to address world, and we certainly will not sur- recommendations to issue subpoenas. the House for 1 minute and to revise render our leadership in outer space. Therefore be it: and extend her remarks.) We are very proud of the men and Resolved, That not later than seven days Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. women at NASA and in our manned after the adoption of this resolution, the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct Speaker, I am very pleased tonight to space program, and we will be working shall report to the House of Representatives, acknowledge that there is a lot of en- together in a bipartisan way to pre- with respect to the activities addressed in its ergy behind the engine of NASA and serve, protect and defend America’s report of February 26, 2010, (1) what wit- the Constellation Program. There is a manned space program. nesses were interviewed, (2) what, if any,

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We were also told the Stand- this body lends itself to a widespread other than the majority leader or the ards Committee interviewed numerous perception of impropriety, we have an minority leader as a question of the witnesses. Who were they? obligation not only to change the be- privileges of the House has immediate We know that the OCE has no sub- havior, but to change the rules that po- precedence only at a time designated poena power. It cannot compel coopera- lice and govern such behavior. by the Chair within 2 legislative days tion from whom it investigates. Let me Mr. Speaker, we owe this wonderful after the resolution is properly noticed. give an example of where it might have institution far more than we are giving Pending that designation, the form of been useful to have some followup in- it. The widespread perception of the de- the resolution noticed by the gen- formation from the Standards Com- pendent relationship between earmarks tleman from Arizona will appear in the mittee. and campaign contributions carries no RECORD at this point. Page 17 of the report notes that the partisan advantage. The cloud that The Chair will not at this point de- OCE had reason to believe that a wit- hangs over this body rains on Repub- termine whether the resolution con- ness withheld information. It also licans and Democrats alike, and we stitutes a question of privilege. That notes that many remaining former will all benefit when this cloud is lift- determination will be made at the time PMA employees refused to consent to ed. designated for consideration of the res- interviews. In addition, it noted that f olution. the OCE was unable to obtain any evi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a f dence within PMA’s possession. I think previous order of the House, the gentle- it is reasonable to ask whether the woman from California (Ms. WOOLSEY) SPECIAL ORDERS Standards Committee issued subpoenas is recognized for 5 minutes. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. or otherwise sought cooperation from (Ms. WOOLSEY addressed the House. SCHRADER). Under the Speaker’s an- these reluctant witnesses. It appears Her remarks will appear hereafter in nounced policy of January 6, 2009, and they did not. the Extensions of Remarks.) under a previous order of the House, Perhaps what is most troubling f the following Members will be recog- about this investigation is that the THE NECESSITY FOR FUNDING nized for 5 minutes each. Standards Committee concludes that NASA while they could find no evidence of a f quid pro quo between campaign con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a tributions and earmarks, there is a previous order of the House, the gentle- previous order of the House, the gen- widespread perception among cam- woman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE) tleman from Texas (Mr. POE) is recog- paign contributors and earmark recipi- is recognized for 5 minutes. Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Just a nized for 5 minutes. ents that such a quid pro quo exists. (Mr. POE of Texas addressed the It should be noted that the ‘‘percep- few minutes ago, Mr. Speaker, I stood House. His remarks will appear here- tion’’ or ‘‘appearance’’ has been suffi- on the floor of the House to introduce after in the Extensions of Remarks.) cient grounds for admonishment of a H. Res. 1150, which addresses the Na- tional Aeronautic and Space Adminis- f Member of Congress by the Standards Committee as recently as 2004. Yet de- tration as a national security asset and MAKING PUBLIC INFORMATION interest. spite finding that there is a widespread GATHERED BY HOUSE COM- I served for 12 years on the Science appearance of impropriety here, the MITTEE ON STANDARDS OF OF- Committee and as a member of the Standards Committee provides no guid- FICIAL CONDUCT Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee. ance to Members of Congress as to how The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a I visited almost every NASA center they might avoid such an appearance. around the country. I have visited our previous order of the House, the gen- The existence of such a perception, I science laboratories. I am very engaged tleman from Arizona (Mr. FLAKE) is might add, inures to the benefit of with the Science, Technology, Engi- recognized for 5 minutes. Members of Congress and their cam- neering, and Math Program, to help Mr. FLAKE. Mr. Speaker, just min- paign committees. educate America’s children to ensure utes ago I introduced a privileged reso- I have long advocated for a change to that we remain at the cutting edge of lution that would require the House the Standard Committee’s current science and technology and inventive- Committee on Standards of Official guidance regarding earmarks and cam- ness, and as well to be able to build Conduct to make public information paign contributions and have intro- jobs for the 21st century. We are in gathered for its probe into the relation- duced legislation to this effect. House that century now. ship between earmarks and campaign rules already require Members who ear- I have interacted with NASA and contributions. mark funds to certify that they and many of the astronauts over the years, In a report released earlier this their families have no financial inter- watching them as they have launched month, the Standards Committee con- est in the organization receiving ear- into space, experiencing the tragedies cluded that it could find no evidence of mark dollars, yet the Standards Com- of Challenger and Columbia, the loss of a quid pro quo regarding the relation- mittee states that campaign contribu- life of those brave souls who were will- ship between earmarks and campaign tions do not constitute financial inter- ing to risk their lives to explore on be- contributions. The committee exer- ests. Classifying campaign contribu- half of the American people. cised its authority under its own rules tions as financial interests would go a I want to work with the administra- to release information gathered by the long way toward dispelling the wide- tion, because I believe they are knowl- Office of Congressional Ethics, but re- spread perception of a quid pro quo and edgeable about the value of human leased nothing more than a summary would do much to lift the ethical cloud spaceflight. However, the approach to of its own findings. hanging over this body. commercialize this important national According to one media source, ‘‘the As an aside, while we are updating security interest is not appropriate for committee report was five pages long guidance from the Standards Com- now. and included no documentation of any mittee, we should certainly update the We live in a world that has changed. evidence collected or any interviews recent guidance implying that Mem- I chair the Subcommittee on Homeland conducted by the committee beyond a bers of Congress who, for example, ear- Security dealing with transportation statement that the investigation in- mark money for a freeway off-ramp security and the protection of our in- cluded extensive document reviews and next to property they own, thereby in- frastructure. Our infrastructure in- interviews with numerous witnesses.’’ flating the value of this property, are cludes the buildings that we are in

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They can commercial exploration and private- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a offer you care or they deny you care. sector businesses on the basis of profit previous order of the House, the gen- They can cut you off when you already is not appropriate now. It will put us in tleman from North Carolina (Mr. have care. And they can charge you a noncompetitive position with China, JONES) is recognized for 5 minutes. pretty much anything they want. India, and Russia. (Mr. JONES addressed the House. His Well, a public option would change So this resolution is simple. It de- that. In an area where one company clares the National Aeronautics and remarks will appear hereafter in the Extensions of Remarks.) had 80 percent of the market, suddenly Space Administration as a national se- there would be an alternative. Where curity interest and asset. It indicates f two companies have 80 percent of the that the United States has invested in The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a market, suddenly there would be an al- the human space program since May 5, previous order of the House, the gen- ternative. That alternative is an alter- 1961. We all can remember the words of tleman from Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO) is native that is already used by one- our President, John F. Kennedy, that recognized for 5 minutes. eighth of our population. That alter- challenged this Nation when he asked (Mr. DEFAZIO addressed the House. native is Medicare. the question, Not why, but why not? His remarks will appear hereafter in This simple bill would allow any- Although those words came from his the Extensions of Remarks.) body—any American, any permanent brother, he captured it in the early f resident—to buy into Medicare at cost. 1960s when he asked and demanded BUYING INTO MEDICARE And what it does is it takes this enor- what we could do not for ourselves, but mously valuable public resource called what we could do for our country. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a the Medicare Provider Network and At that time, we established the previous order of the House, the gen- makes it available to all Americans. United States as a leader in the role of tleman from Florida (Mr. GRAYSON) is We’ve spent billions putting together a space exploration, and as well in the recognized for 5 minutes. Medicare Provider Network that advancement of scientific research, and Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I have stretches from Nome, Alaska, all the therefore that equals a national secu- just introduced a simple 4-page bill way to Key West, Florida. We’ve spent rity interest. It does so because science that allows any American to buy into billions doing that, and yet only one- provides security, and the penetration Medicare at cost. Let me explain why I eighth of the population can use it. of the scientific knowledge that we have done that. I have five children. The most expensive part of preparing have lowers the security of this Nation. When one of my children was born, I a health care plan for any American in My Committee on Homeland Secu- found out from the insurance company any location is to set up the provider rity deals with protecting the infra- that the insurance company would not network, hundreds and hundreds of structure. Infrastructure is security. pay for the birth of my child. I had contracts with hospitals, with special- Infrastructure involves the science what I thought was excellent health ists, with nurses, with testing compa- labs. Infrastructure involves the many care coverage from this insurance com- space centers we have around the Na- nies. All these things have to be done pany, but it turned out otherwise. As a before you actually serve the first pa- tion. The States that are involved are result of that, I had to pay $10,000 for Florida; Huntsville, Alabama; Texas; tient. the birth of my child. Well, we have a system like that and the various sites in California as You know, it could have been worse. called Medicare, and yet it’s open to well. Maybe I wouldn’t have that $10,000. A only one-eighth of the population. It’s b 1945 lot of Americans face that situation as if we’re saying that only one-eighth And so I would ask that this legisla- when they have health care bills that of the population, senior citizens, can tion be moved quickly in the United their health insurance company won’t drive on Federal highways. That’s how States Congress and in this House be- cover. It could have been worse. I had important the Medicare provider net- cause the 2010 NASA budget funded a twins who were born afterwards, who work is, and that’s why we have to program of space-based research that were born a month premature, spent open it to everybody. supports the administration’s commit- weeks in the hospital. God only knows This is not a plan for subsidies. Ev- ment to deploy a global climate change what those bills would have looked eryone would have to pay their own research and monitoring system. That like. I probably would have been broke. cost. This is not a plan that’s meant to research can be done better on the But the fact is that I felt, like many help anybody, except for the people international space station. That inter- Americans feel, that I had an adver- who cannot otherwise get insurance, or national space station needs to be sup- sarial relationship with my insurance people like me, who simply don’t trust ported. It needs to be able to carry as- company and that every penny they the insurance companies anymore be- tronauts and scientists there to con- spent on my care was a penny less for cause of the raw treatment that we’ve tinue the research to make the quality their profits. And that is a fundamen- received. of life for Americans and the world bet- tally unfair situation that causes un- Let’s face it, it’s never going to be ter. In the early stages of the inter- told health care needs around this any different. The insurance companies national space station, research was country that go unmet and, frankly, are always going to look for ways to done involving HIV/AIDS, stroke, heart untold death. chintz you. They’re always going to disease, and cancer. That research has That’s why we need another option. look for ways to charge you more and created opportunities for a better qual- We need a public option. We’re going to give you less, and the difference is ity of life, and it saved lives. be seeing a Senate bill that doesn’t what they call profit. And that’s a sys- Let us not miss the opportunity, the have a public option. We’re going to be tem that a lot of people just can’t ac- treasure of being able to explore in seeing reconciliation that doesn’t have cept anymore. They just don’t want it space; the genius of America to allow a public option. But America needs a anymore. us to be at the cutting edge of science; public option. That’s why I’ve intro- And for those people who have it in and, yes, to protect a natural security duced this bill. their mind that there will be some kind interest, which is the National Aero- There are other reasons as well. An- of government death panels, what nautics Space Administration and all other reason is that all across this about the real death panels that exist of its assets. country there are areas, including in this company—the insurance com- And so I look forward to working areas in Florida, where one or two pri- pany death panels; the ones that look with General Bolden, an astronaut and vate insurance companies dominate for rescission when you get sick, the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1214 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 ones that top you out at some small they talk about is that we’re the Party ing, Well, we’re not working with amount of benefits when you have of ‘‘No,’’ we’re being obstructionists, them. They’ve got about an 80-vote ma- some terminally ill condition. These and we don’t want to solve the health jority in this House. In the other body, are the real death panels in this coun- care problems. We do want to solve the they’ve got 59–41. They can pass any- try. And that’s why we need a public health care problems. And we can solve thing they want. They’ve got the guy option. the health care problems without de- in the White House. The reason they So I’m asking the Speaker and the stroying the free enterprise system. can’t get it done is because you, the leadership, if we have to vote on this They are for government takeover of American people, don’t want it. You Senate bill that doesn’t have a public medicine. That is socialized medicine. don’t want government control over option in it, if we have to vote on this And they want to see the government our lives, and you don’t want socialized reconciliation amendment that doesn’t telling all of us what kind of care we medicine. have a public option, isn’t it time that get, who we get it from, when we get it, We can solve these problems. And we we finally did something good for and what rationing might take place. can do it within the free enterprise sys- America? Isn’t it time that we gave all And there will be rationing of health tem if we just sit down and get the job Americans the right to buy into a pub- care if their plan passes. And that’s done. Let there be competition in the lic plan like this? Isn’t it in fact past something I don’t think the American free enterprise system and medicine, time that we did something like that? people want. and we’ll solve these problems. And then you start talking to the And what’s the harm? f I say to those people on the other senior citizens. They want to take $500 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a side of the aisle, if you don’t want to billion out of Medicare and Medicare previous order of the House, the gentle- buy into the public option, that’s fine. Advantage. What’s that going to do to woman from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR) is rec- But don’t prevent me and my family the seniors and the health care they’re ognized for 5 minutes. and the ones who I love from doing the getting right now? That’s going to add (Ms. KAPTUR addressed the House. same. Let us have our alternative. And to the problem that they say they’re Her remarks will appear hereafter in remember what you said so many going to solve. Just putting the gov- the Extensions of Remarks.) times before: you say the government ernment in complete control of health can’t do anything right. Well, let’s see. care is not going to be the answer. f We have problems that need to be Let’s see right now. Let’s let people RULE OF LAW buy into the public option through this solved. They can be solved. They can be bill, H.R. 4789, and we’ll give it a shot. solved within the free enterprise sys- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- f tem. We don’t want to destroy free en- terprise in America. There are those on uary 6, 2009, the gentleman from Texas HEALTH CARE ALTERNATIVE that side and I believe at the White (Mr. CARTER) is recognized for 60 min- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a House that believe government should utes as the designee of the minority previous order of the House, the gen- run everything. They should run health leader. tleman from Indiana (Mr. BURTON) is care; they should run energy, like the Mr. CARTER. I’m honored to be here. recognized for 5 minutes. cap-and-trade bill; they should run the I think some might remember in this Mr. BURTON of Indiana. You know, automobile industry. We now have body that for the last about year, year Mr. Speaker, I wasn’t going to come Government Motors that took over and a half, I’ve been getting up here down here and speak tonight, but I saw General Motors. They want to run the and talking about the rule of law and my learned colleague who’s a trial law- finance industry. And the crown jewel how the basic foundation of American yer coming down here to talk. The is health care, because health care is society is based upon a set of rules, a trial lawyers have been doing very well one-sixth of our economy. They get set of laws. Without that foundation, over the years suing doctors and driv- that. They’re on their way to the gov- that surrender of sovereignty of the ing up the cost of medical care because ernment controlling every part of our American people to pieces of paper of the suits that have to be paid, and lives, at least in large part. that describe how we will behave in the insurance that the doctors have to This is something that we don’t be- this world, we would be an uncivilized buy to protect themselves against mal- lieve in in America. We believe in the Nation and we would not be the great practice claims is astronomical in free enterprise system and the people Nation of liberty and freedom that we some States. In some States, doctors that have the ability to succeed to are today. I’ve talked about the fact are actually leaving the State or retir- have that opportunity, the people who that when we talk about the rule of ing from their practices because they come from nowhere can make money law, we’re not just talking about abid- can’t afford to pay those premiums because the system works. And we ing by the laws of this country. We’re and/or they’re worried to death that don’t want the government telling us talking about abiding by the rules that they’re going to lose everything they what we can and we can’t do. We be- we set to operate whatever we operate have worked a whole lifetime to attain lieve in freedom in this country and in this country. through a lawsuit. not more and more government con- I’m reminded to tell a story. When And so it’s not a surprise to me that trol. my oldest son was, I believe, in the sev- my colleague that was just here, who is If their health care bill passes, there enth or the eighth grade; he played a trial lawyer, would be down here will be rationing of health care. There football. He was the best punter. He talking about the changes that he will be bureaucrats coming between was also the center. So the one time he thinks ought to be made in health care. people and their doctors. And govern- didn’t snap the ball was when he was We have an alternative. Our alter- ment here in Washington will be mak- the punter. He punted the ball. He did native is to allow small businesses to ing decisions for people’s health care. a pretty good job of it. We played a bind together to buy insurance for Are they taking care of the other prob- team—I won’t mention where it is, but their employees at the same rates as a lems we’re facing in this country? Are if he’s listening, he’ll know what I’m major corporation; to allow small busi- they solving the problems without the talking about—where the first time he nesses and individuals to buy insurance costs going through the roof? Their kicked the ball, a guy came through across State lines so there’s more com- program is going to cost at least $1.5 and knocked him flat, and they didn’t petition in the system; to come up with trillion to $3 trillion that we do not throw a flag. It’s young kids playing tort reform, which will limit these as- have. And our kids and our grandkids and not, I guess, the most professional tounding settlements that these trial are going to have to pay for that. referees. So he took it and I took it and lawyers get. That’s unbelievable that we pass to the there was no problem. There’s a whole host of things that next generation all the problems that The second time he punted the ball, we have talked about putting into leg- we face today. somebody came in and knocked him islation that will help solve the prob- We could come to grips with this, and flat again. At this point in time, I was lems of health care, but they don’t we could solve the problem if they’ll sit really concerned about it. The third want to talk about it. In fact, what down and work with us. They keep say- time he punted the ball, somebody

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And he said, In tioning government they wanted to minds of all the American people this town, you better just shut up and have, they had a concept of creating a today, it should be in the minds of the play the game. republic—not a parliamentary democ- American people, because one-sixth of racy but a republic—where you had a our economy teeters on the verge of b 2000 representative form of government, change based upon whether or not the My son is now a coach at a major where you had two bodies, the House Senate rule of cloture will be main- school in Texas, but I would almost as- and the Senate. The House would be tained as a rule which has been in ex- sure you that he has never forgotten the people’s House, and it would have istence and the concept since the that person who refused to enforce the the opportunity to change every 2 founding of the body that is over on rules, and we were just lucky that he years. The Senate, at that time, would the other side of this building. didn’t get injured because he was a lit- be appointed by the legislatures of the Now, whenever there’s a rule, there is tle kid still. He was in the seventh various States. The Senators would always someone who will try to come grade. And I have never forgotten it, represent States, and they would up with a way to get around the rule. and most people don’t forget when peo- change after a 6-year term, with alter- That’s human nature. Sometimes peo- ple break rules that they expect to be nating terms, so every 2 years a certain ple can get around it by breaking the played by. If their team is playing on body but never all that body would rule, and sometimes people can get Saturday or on Sunday and they see a change. around it by adjusting the rule. The blatant violation of the rules, most And when they looked at how they rule was adjusted slightly back in, I Americans get infuriated by people wanted these two Houses to operate, think it was, 1974, and they came up who violate rules. they set up that this House would be with a concept called reconciliation. I take the position—and I think the the rapid-solution-to-the-problem And what they were finding was that in position is easily defended—that the House. This House goes and moves, the budgetary process, when you have United States of America cannot run compared to the Senate, at light speed, to reconcile revenues with expendi- without the laws that we create both in and it was intended that way by our tures to balance your checkbook, bal- this body and our State legislatures Founders. They intended it because ance the budget, whatever you do at around the country and those laws that they wanted the people’s business your home—don’t use the kind of ac- the courts have interpreted correctly. taken care of and addressed first, and counting we use around this place. But Those things keep us on that founda- they wanted it addressed in an impor- to make those two things reconcile, tion of operational procedures that we tant manner by this House. But they they put up the process of reconcili- have that allows us to know that when also realized that sometime in the heat ation, which for reconciling those num- we do something, we follow the rules, of debates that can go on in this place, bers—for reconciling those two num- and others are expected to follow the that level heads needed to calm things bers to make them work, you could use rules, and if they don’t follow the down for a bit and ponder it before it’s a reconciliation process if you had put rules, we have recourse to make them passed so things aren’t rushed to judg- it in the rule prior to the passage of follow the rules. ment and mistakes aren’t made. We the budget or the addressing of the I have been talking about that for a have the same kind of procedures in budget so that you could reconcile the year. I have been talking about that, the courtroom today. Just, for exam- numbers, and it didn’t take 60 votes to about Members of this body that I have ple, in a capital murder case, we spend get that vote. And reconciliation has said, you know, that there were ethics an inordinate amount of time and slow been used for budgetary and number violations filed against them, that the things down so that we can try our balancing ever since in a very limited Ethics Committee needed to resolve very best to make sure that mistakes manner. those because there were allegations are not being made, because it’s life or It comes up maybe once or twice a that they had broken the rules. Some death, what occurs in that courtroom. Presidential term for a President, to of those things have come to fruition, So our Founding Fathers wanted our make sure that when new things are and without any animosity towards legislation to go to the Senate and give being done in the way of expenditures anyone, I am glad at least one of those the Senate the ability to slow the proc- or taxation or whatever it is, to make issues has been slightly resolved. But ess down, take a hard look at each of things reconciled. Sometimes that’s there are others, and it would seem to the elements, and try to come up with done by reconciliation. But it never me that as we talk about and as we a resolution in the Senate that was was designed to take a whole body and look at each other in this body—and all more philosophical and more pondered battery of laws and just change the of us are Members and all of us agree than the House. It was intended that rule to make 51 votes a win in the Sen- to a set of rules when we come here. way. And for that reason, they set up a ate. It was always intended that that What’s interesting is that in the his- means by which the Members of the was just for balancing your checkbook tory of the United States, there are Senate could do what’s called filibuster and not for creating your job and pay- some people that are highly respected the Senate. And that means that they ing your bills. So, in other words, it by both political parties, by all Ameri- can start talking, and one person could wasn’t for the big ideas. It was for the cans. I think Abraham Lincoln falls in hold up the whole operation until ev- little tweaks to make things work. I that category. I think George Wash- erybody agreed to calm down and get don’t think everybody understands ington falls in that category. I believe certain points resolved at a slower that, but that’s what it was for. That’s Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, rate. what it’s been used for. and many, many others of those who This has evolved, but the rules have I have some examples on this page. are either our Founding Fathers or been following that various trend and This was written by a man named John people who have done such extraor- with that concept since the creation by Dalton about the process. It’s a good dinary things for freedom and for lib- our Founding Fathers. Today, we have explanation. He points out—and there erty in this country that we remember a process that takes place over in the may be others, but he has got a list of them, and we remember and we honor Senate which is sort of, if you will— the names of the bills that have used what they did. imagine that there is someone standing reconciliation. Omnibus Reconciliation Thomas Jefferson wrote the rules for up talking until you get 60 votes to Act of 1980 under Jimmy Carter, Omni- operation of this House and of the Sen- shut him up. But there is not really bus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981 ate. I take that back. I don’t know if somebody standing up and talking. We under Ronald Reagan, Omnibus Budget he wrote it for the Senate. I know he have a rule called ‘‘cloture,’’ and that Reconciliation Act of 1982 under Ron- wrote it for the House. I think he wrote rule says that until you can vote on an ald Reagan, Tax Equity and Fiscal Re- it for both bodies. But whatever that up-or-down vote on any issue in the sponsibility Act 1982 under Reagan, may be, when our Founding Fathers Senate of the United States, you have Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act.

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Because if Today we have been debating now for there, 57 percent of the American peo- now we can turn over one-sixth of the over a year President Obama’s concept ple don’t want. And there are polls that economy to the government, again a of health care for the United States. I say as many as 60 and 70 percent of the portion of the economy will now be hesitate to say President Obama’s bill American people don’t want this health managed by the centrists, if you will, because, at least to my knowledge, care bill. They want us to start over the people who want a central govern- President Obama has never himself, and try again. They think we can do ment here in Washington running ev- nor the White House, written a bill and better than to create hundreds—not erything, when they do that, then the presented it to this body for delibera- hundreds. That’s an exaggeration. next issue that comes before this tion. Let’s get it right—about 35 or 40 new House, there’s no reason for anybody to So the bill that we’re talking about agencies and bureaus in this country honor the 60-vote rule in the Senate. right now—we had a House bill pass that will have people overseeing every- There’s no reason for anybody to honor this body by one vote, and we had a thing to do with health care in this Na- it. Once you break it, that affects Senate bill pass the Senate on Christ- tion and that will put people who oper- every human being that lives on this mas Eve. Both of those were conten- ate in Washington, D.C., between you planet, inside the United States, once tious, and both of those were hard and your doctor in making health care you fix it and violate the rules to suit fought, and both of those barely decisions. yourself against those people, what can squeaked by. And normally, because The American people have said, We we bring before this House that would the Senate bill is drastically different don’t like it. Tens of thousands of them require that rule ever again? And I from the House bill, those would go to took to the streets in August and said, think an argument could very well be a conference committee where they Go back and do it right. Both you made that that will be the end of the would work out the differences and try Democrats and you Republicans, get cloture rule in the Senate. And when to come up with solutions. That’s the together. We want to see you work to- you end the cloture rule in the Senate, normal process for bills in this House. gether on this bill, and we want you to we’ll either go back to the old fili- But the normal process doesn’t seem to come up with the kind of solutions buster or, quite frankly, we’ll go back be wanting to go on in this House right we’re looking for that deal with costs, to a different Senate that’s not oper- now, so we’re not going to a conference deal with accessibility, deal with pre- ating the way our Founding Fathers committee. And the only other alter- existing conditions. But they don’t intended it to operate. native would be that either the Senate have to be in something that nobody— These are issues that I think as we take the House bill without any unless they’ve got a couple of months— vote about this, we need to realize that changes and pass it, which they said can read through and digest and under- our concept, that we should go by a set ‘‘no,’’ or now that they’ve passed their stand. Put it in a series of bills that we of rules and we should operate by that bill, they send it over here to the can understand as American people. set of rules. To violate those rules, House, and the House has to pass that If there is one thing we owe, as Mem- there are consequences. I’m not saying bill without any changes. And if there bers of this body, is that we owe it to we’re going to put anybody in jail. I’m are any changes, it’s got to go to a con- the American people to pass bills that saying the consequences are right now ference committee, because you can’t they can read. I mean, it is affecting you might have a win. But when you’re change it. You either accept it or you one-sixth of their lives. One-sixth of in the minority, which this 60-vote rule haven’t accepted it. If you haven’t ac- their paycheck is going to be hit every is done to protect the minority, who- cepted it, then you’ve got to reconcile time they think about health care. ever it may be, Democrat or Repub- between the House and the Senate bill. lican, if you once give up the power to b 2015 The proposal on health care, which is protect the minority, or at least give being strong-armed in this House right And people are going to be ordered to them a voice, then down the road now is to get this done by Easter, and take health care and mandated with someone’s going to wake up, it’s some- they’re going to do it by strong-arming penalties if they don’t want to take thing that breaks their heart to see it the elements in this House on the health care. And there’s some people passed into law, and there won’t be a Democratic side of the aisle because that don’t. So it’s life-changing. But cloture rule to protect them. the Republicans are not going to vote what I’m talking about today—that’s Breaking rules has consequences. I for this bill, to ask them to give up an argument you’ve heard made for don’t know if what I’m saying here has their conscience—both our liberal months now—I’m back to where I any effect on those folks, but I can tell Members and our conservative Mem- started. There are rules and there are you that, for instance, the health care bers—to give up what they stand for laws that you run your operation by, bill calls for $1 billion in budget sav- and pass the Senate bill, even if they and when you start violating, espe- ings over a 5-year period of time of def- don’t agree with it, and then to trust cially laws and rules that go to the icit spending totaling about, esti- the leadership of this House to put to- basic tenet of the Constitution of this mated, $8 trillion. This impact is about gether a reconciliation package that United States, that the Senate is the one one-thousandth of a percent, which will fix things like abortion, which has deliberative body, then you are basi- indisputably reaches the ‘‘incidental’’ nothing to do with anything to do with cally changing not only a sixth of our definition of budgetary impact under reconciliation, and do a reconciliation economy but you’re changing the way the Byrd rule. bill to address the issues concerning the government of the United States Senator BYRD wrote a rule that said abortion in this bill, or do a reconcili- has operated for over 200 years. That’s you can’t use this idea of reconcili- ation bill to address a government op- not the way it ought to be. It shouldn’t ation for just incidental effects. There tion, which is the far left liberals’ con- be that way. is nothing more incidental than that. cept—and you heard it talked about And so I would argue that my issue When you’re talking about $8 trillion here tonight—of what’s missing here in about rule of law goes to the reconcili- versus $1 billion, that’s pretty inci- this bill. ation process. And yet the leadership of dental. And yet it is one-sixth of the The leadership here is asking them to this House, the Speaker of the House, economy. not mess with the Senate bill; pass it, NANCY PELOSI; HARRY REID, the major- The reason we have rules is for peo- even though they don’t agree with it. ity leader of the Senate; and the Presi- ple to follow the rules. I encourage and And they don’t think it should pass the dent of the United States are all talk- I hope and I pray that every one of the way it is. Pass it and trust it that it ing about fixing the disputes that are American people will now understand, will be changed. And it will be changed in this House about the Senate health and this is difficult to talk about, and

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I’m just here to tell you that I do un- of the game, and demanding that their Uses numerical targets and not pro- derstand what common sense means way be taken even when the American gram-specific. and I understand what’s right and people tell them they don’t want that Debate is limited to 20 hours, non- wrong. And when Thomas Jefferson way. That’s what I think this debate is germane amendments are not in order, writes the rules and everybody abides about. a vote is guaranteed and requires 51 by them for over 200 years of history of I have a whole bunch of posters here votes to pass rather than 60 as normal. the United States and all of a sudden that a lot of people went to a lot of The Byrd rule. Legislation cannot be to get your way you decide not to abide work on, and I will go through some of added to a reconciliation bill if it has a by the rules, that’s wrong. And I think them. ROBERT BYRD, who’s still alive budgetary impact which is merely inci- the American people are going to know and still working over in the Senate, dental to the policy components of the it’s wrong. And I hope the American here is what he said about reconcili- provision. As I’ve told you, the bill people will rise up and say it’s wrong. ation: that we’re talking about is $1 billion If they can pass it with 60 votes in ‘‘I oppose using the budget reconcili- versus $8 trillion. That’s pretty inci- the Senate, that’s the blessing of the ation process to pass health care re- dental. American people. That’s the way the form and climate change legislation. Now you may not think so until you deal operates. That’s playing within Such a proposal would violate the in- realize what a billion is, and then you the rules. That’s following the rules tent and spirit of the budget process realize what a trillion is. A trillion is a that make the playing field, I consider, and do serious injury to the constitu- number that’s so hard to understand level because we all play by those tional role of the Senate. that if you stacked thousand-dollar rules. And that’s fine. But if you can’t, ‘‘As one of the authors of the rec- bills 4 inches high, they’re brand new, don’t play tricks and don’t change onciliation process, I can tell you that they don’t have any wrinkles, they per- rules that you’re not supposed to reconciliation was intended to adjust fectly fit together and they’re 4 inches change, because if you do, the con- revenue and spending levels in order to sequences to the American people are reduce deficits. It was not designed to high, that’s a million dollars. A trillion going to be awful. There’s a lot of create a new climate and energy re- dollars, 67 miles high. anger in this country right now, and I gime and certainly not to restructure So you can see, that’s a whole lot of believe that anger will be increased the entire health care system.’’ money we’re talking about. A billion to six-fold or more if they find out, the This was said by Senator ROBERT $8 trillion is pretty incidental. same bunch of Americans who watch BYRD, 4/2/09. He was one of the authors Health care reform is not fiscal pol- basketball or football or baseball, who of the reconciliation process in 1974. icy. That means it’s not about money. know the rules of the game and watch And that’s what I’ve just been telling That’s what we’re talking about. When somebody break the rules, they expect you. The Senator agrees with what I’ve you change a rule to do something that a foul to be called, they expect a pen- just been saying, and I think really im- you can’t do, that you shouldn’t be alty to be set, they expect a man to be portant things that we have to be con- doing in the first place, and so you’re called out or a man to be called safe, cerned about is what he said about the going to change the rule just to get they expect the rules to be played by; Constitution: ‘‘serious injury to the your way and change the constitu- and if they expect that on the baseball constitutional role of the Senate,’’ just tional history of our country, some- field, the football field and the basket- what I’ve been talking about with you. thing’s real wrong with all that, and ball court, why wouldn’t they expect it Let me point out, all these chairs something that people ought to think when people are changing their life? that you see in this room have some- about, because someday somebody When people are writing rules to body that sits in them. They’re not as- might be rolling over you and some- change their life, why wouldn’t they signed seats, we sit where we want to, thing you care about by breaking the expect that? but we all tend to sit somewhere. rules, and I don’t think you will be Health care reform has been on our Every one of us stands up on the first very happy about that, because we are plate now for quite a while. Meanwhile, day of this House and we swear an a group of people that play by the we’re losing jobs. We’ve got issues that oath. We raise our right hand and we rules. we really need to be dealing with about swear an oath. And the nature of that b 2030 people that are out of work and trying oath is pretty darn simple. We don’t to figure out a way to get them back to swear to be loyal to our party, Repub- Been picking on these two guys for a work. We’ve got companies that are lican or Democrat; we don’t swear to long time for the last 2 months about confused about the future. By that con- be loyal to a man or a Speaker or a ma- tax evasion with no penalties: Treasury fusion, they’re not willing to make in- jority leader or a President. We swear Secretary Tim Geithner and Mr. RAN- vestments either by expanding their one thing. We don’t swear to provide GEL, who is the former Chairman of the businesses or hiring people, so they’re for everybody and give a free ride to Ways and Means Committee. But it is just sitting on the sidelines right now everybody in the country. We swear to not fair to have spent the time picking and waiting. We’ve got small busi- preserve, protect and defend the Con- on these two guys when this whole nesses that are frightened because they stitution of the United States. That’s House is fixing to break rules that are don’t know whether they’re going to be what we swear to. That’s our job here. going to affect everyone sitting in this mandated to do health care or not, or Our job is to make sure that piece of Chamber, and in fact everyone drawing whether they can do what they’re work that created this simple but in- a breath in this country, and they are doing now or what they need to do, or tricate system of rules that we’ve all going to break rules and change rules where they can go to make it better for accepted and has caused us all to pros- and avoid rules. their employees so maybe I don’t want per, our job is to defend that and the I am almost embarrassed to have to hire any more employees. We’ve got President’s got the same oath. Our job picked on these two individuals for the millions of people that need a job. And is not other things; it’s preserve what’s rules that they broke concerning taxes we’re happy when only 30 or 40,000 lost in the Constitution and the way the and other things. Although it is the a job this month. That’s supposed to be Constitution is supposed to operate. right thing to say, and if they break happy? I think we should be happy Senator BYRD points out as I did, the rules you ought to talk about it. when 30 or 40,000 got a job this month, we’re looking at something that will be Well, the Congress is about to break not when only 40,000 or 30,000 or 20,000 in violation if not of the nature but at the rules, and we ought to talk about lost. That’s not our goal. Our goal is to least of the spirit of the Constitution it. be able to say, we’re happy to an- of the United States. This is more seri- Finally, and I am going to quit now, nounce on the floor of this House that ous than some people may be thinking I would hope that everybody realizes 40,000 people got a job this month. about. that everybody in this Congress wants

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\H09MR0.REC H09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE H1218 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 9, 2010 to make health care work. And they 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0604; Airspace Docket want to make health care work for ev- Transportation and Infrastructure. No. 09-ASO-18] received February 3, 2010, pur- erybody and give everybody equal op- 6447. A letter from the Program Analyst, suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Department of Transportation, transmitting portunity under health care. And there mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness ture. are many people on both sides of the Directives; Airbus Model A318 Series Air- 6456. A letter from the Program Analyst, aisle that think we can do better than planes [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0713; Direc- Department of Transportation, transmitting these 2,000- and 3,000- and 4,000-page torate Identifier 2007-NM-303-AD; Amend- the Department’s final rule — Establishment bills that seem to hit that table once in ment 39-16180; AD 2010-02-09] (RIN: 2120-AA64) of Class E Airspace; Hertford, NC [Docket a while. And health care is one of received February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 No.: FAA-2009-0705; Airspace Docket No. 09- them. So I am appealing to my col- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on ASO-25] received February 3, 2010, pursuant leagues in the House of Representa- Transportation and Infrastructure. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on 6448. A letter from the Program Analyst, Transportation and Infrastructure. tives to encourage everybody, when it Department of Transportation, transmitting 6457. A letter from the Program Analyst, comes to this important one-sixth of the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness Department of Transportation, transmitting our economy, to play by the rules. Directives; Turbomeca Turmoa IV A and IV the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness I yield back the balance of my time. C Turboshaft Engines [Docket No.: FAA-2010- Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747- 0009; Directorate Identifier 2010-NE-01-AD; 100B SUD, -200B, -300, -400, and -400D Series f Amendment 39-16178; AD 2010-02-08] (RIN: Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0636; Direc- LEAVE OF ABSENCE 2120-AA64) received February 3, 2010, pursu- torate Identifier 2009-NM-031-AD; Amend- ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee ment 39-16158; AD 2010-01-02] (RIN: 2120-AA64) By unanimous consent, leave of ab- on Transportation and Infrastructure. received February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 sence was granted to: 6449. A letter from the Program Analyst, U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Ms. KILPATRICK of Michigan (at the Department of Transportation, transmitting Transportation and Infrastructure. request of Mr. HOYER) for today. the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness 6458. A letter from the Program Analyst, Directives; Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) Model Department of Transportation, transmitting f AB139 and AW139 Helicopters [Docket No.: the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED FAA-2009-1125; Directorate Identifier 2009- Directives; Sicma Aero Seat 90xx and 92xx SW-50-AD; Amendment 39-16129; AD 2009-19- Series Passenger Seats, Installed on, but not By unanimous consent, permission to 51] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received February 3, Limited to ATR — GIE Avions de Transport address the House, following the legis- 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Regional Model ATR42 Airplanes and Model lative program and any special orders Committee on Transportation and Infra- ATR72 Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2007- heretofore entered, was granted to: structure. 27346; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-205-AD; (The following Members (at the re- 6450. A letter from the Program Analyst, Amendment 39-16176; AD 2010-02-06] (RIN: quest of Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas) to Department of Transportation, transmitting 2120-AA64) received February 3, 2010, pursu- revise and extend their remarks and in- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee Directives; Thrush Aircraft, Inc. Model 600 on Transportation and Infrastructure. clude extraneous material:) S2D and S2R Series Airplanes [Docket No.: 6459. A letter from the Program Analyst, Ms. WOOLSEY, for 5 minutes, today. FAA-2007-27862; Directorate Identifier 2007- Department of Transportation, transmitting Mr. DEFAZIO, for 5 minutes, today. CE-036-AD; Amendment 39-16150; AD 2009-26- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness Ms. KAPTUR, for 5 minutes, today. 11] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received February 3, Directives; AVOX Systems and B/E Aero- Mr. GRAYSON, for 5 minutes, today. 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the space Oxygen Cylinder Assemblies, as In- Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas, for 5 min- Committee on Transportation and Infra- stalled on Various Transport Airplanes utes, today. structure. [Docket No.: FAA-2010-0029; Directorate (The following Members (at the re- 6451. A letter from the Program Analyst, Identifier 2009-NM-262-AD; Amendment 39- Department of Transportation, transmitting 16179; AD 2009-21-10 R1] (RIN: 2120-AA64) re- quest of Mr. FLAKE) to revise and ex- the Department’s final rule — Establishment ceived February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. tend their remarks and include extra- of Class D and Class E Airspace, Modification 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- neous material:) of Class E Airspace; Ocala, FL [Docket No.: tation and Infrastructure. Mr. POE of Texas, for 5 minutes, FAA-2009-0326; Airspace Docket 09-ASO-15] 6460. A letter from the Program Analyst, March 12, 15, and 16. received February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 Department of Transportation, transmitting Mr. JONES, for 5 minutes, March 12, U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the Department’s final rule — Establishment 15, and 16. Transportation and Infrastructure. of Class E Airspace; Anniston, AL [Docket 6452. A letter from the Program Analyst, No.: FAA-2009-0653; Airspace Docket No. 09- Mr. BURTON of Indiana, for 5 minutes, Department of Transportation, transmitting ASO-22] received February 3, 2010, pursuant today and March 10, 11, and 12. the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Mr. MORAN of Kansas, for 5 minutes, Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747- Transportation and Infrastructure. March 15 and 16. 100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 6461. A letter from the Program Analyst, Mr. FLAKE, for 5 minutes, today. 747-200F, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP Series Air- Department of Transportation, transmitting planes Equipped with General Electric CF6- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness f 45 or -50 Series Engines, or Equipped with Directives; Engine Components, Inc., (ECi) ADJOURNMENT Pratt & Whitney JT9D-3 or -7 (Excluding -70) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies Series Engines [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0865; [Docket No. FAA-2008-0052; Directorate Iden- Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I move Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-023-AD; tifier 2008-NE-01-AD; Amendment 39-16151; that the House do now adjourn. Amendment 39-16168; AD 2010-01-10] (RIN: AD 2009-26-12] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received Feb- The motion was agreed to; accord- 2120-AA64) received February 3, 2010, pursu- ruary 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ingly (at 8 o’clock and 32 minutes ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- p.m.), the House adjourned until to- on Transportation and Infrastructure. tation and Infrastructure. morrow, Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at 6453. A letter from the Program Analyst, 6462. A letter from the Program Analyst, Department of Transportation, transmitting 10 a.m. Department of Transportation, transmitting the Department’s final rule — Establishment the Department’s final rule — Establishment f of Class E Airspace; Lewisport, KY [Docket of Class D and E Airspace and Modification No.: FAA-2009-0706; Airspace Docket No. 09- of Class E Airspace; State College, PA [Dock- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ASO-26] received February 3, 2010, pursuant et No.: FAA-2009-0750; Airspace Docket No. ETC. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on 09-ASO-16] received February 3, 2010, pursu- Under clause 2 of rule XXIV, execu- Transportation and Infrastructure. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee tive communications were taken from 6454. A letter from the Program Analyst, on Transportation and Infrastructure. Department of Transportation, transmitting 6463. A letter from the Program Analyst, the Speaker’s table and referred as fol- the Department’s final rule — Establishment Department of Transportation, transmitting lows: of Class E Airspace; Clayton, GA [Docket the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness 6446. A letter from the Attorney-Advisor, No.: FAA-2009-0605; Airspace Docket No. 09- Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737- Department of Homeland Security, transmit- ASO-19] received February 3, 2010, pursuant 600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER Series ting the Department’s final rule — Amend- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0657; Direc- ment to the list of MARPOL Annex V special Transportation and Infrastructure. torate Identifier 2009-NM-048-AD; Amend- areas that are currently in effect to add the 6455. A letter from the Program Analyst, ment 39-16175; AD 2010-02-04] (RIN: 2120-AA64) Gulfs and Mediterranean Sea special areas Department of Transportation, transmitting received February 3, 20109, pursuant to 5 [Docket No.: USCG-2009-0273] (RIN: 1625- the Department’s final rule — Establishment U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on AB41) received January 27, 2010, pursuant to of Class E Airspace; Tompkinsville, KY Transportation and Infrastructure.

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6464. A letter from the Program Analyst, Directives; Turbomeca S.A. Model Arriel 1B, Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts, Mr. Department of Transportation, transmitting 1D, and 1D1 Turboshaft Engines [Docket No.: BECERRA, Mr. DOGGETT, Mr. POM- the Department’s final rule — Establishment FAA-2009-0503; Directorate Identifier 2009- EROY, Mr. LARSON of Connecticut, Mr. of Class E Airspace; Saluda, SC [Docket No.: NE-12-AD; Amendment 39-16172; AD 2010-02- BLUMENAUER, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. FAA-2009-0603; Airspace Docket No. 09-ASO- 01] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received February 3, CROWLEY, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. MEEK 16] received February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the of Florida, Ms. SCHWARTZ, Mr. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Committee on Transportation and Infra- ETHERIDGE, Mr. HIGGINS, Mr. HERGER, Transportation and Infrastructure. structure. Mr. BRADY of Texas, Mr. ROSKAM, Mr. 6465. A letter from the Program Analyst, 6474. A letter from the Attorney, Depart- CLYBURN, and Mr. MARIO DIAZ- Department of Transportation, transmitting ment of Transportation, transmitting the BALART of Florida): the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness Department’s final rule — OST Technical H.R. 4783. A bill to accelerate the income Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Corrections [Docket No.: OST-2009-0173] tax benefits for charitable cash contribu- Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ (RIN: 2105-AD82) received January 29, 2010, tions for the relief of victims of the earth- 170 Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0610; Di- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- quake in Chile, and to extend the period rectorate Identifier 2009-NM-021-AD; Amend- mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- from which such contributions for the relief ment 39-16171; AD 2010-01-12] (RIN: 2120-AA64) ture. of victims of the earthquake in Haiti may be received February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 6475. A letter from the Program Analyst, accelerated; to the Committee on Ways and U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Department of Transportation, transmitting Means, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness the Budget, for a period to be subsequently 6466. A letter from the Program Analyst, Directives; CFM International, S.A. CFM56- determined by the Speaker, in each case for Department of Transportation, transmitting 7B Series Turbofan Engines [Docket No.: consideration of such provisions as fall with- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness FAA-2009-0236; Directorate Identifier 2009- in the jurisdiction of the committee con- Directives; Airbus Model A340-200 and A340- NE-06-AD; Amendment 39-16162; AD 2010-01- cerned. 300 Series Airplanes [Docket No.: FAA-2009- 05] (RIN: 2120-AA64] (RIN: 2120-AA64) re- By Mr. WU: 1251; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-133-AD; ceived February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. H.R. 4784. A bill to establish the Internet Amendment 39-16174; AD 2010-02-03] (RIN: 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Freedom Foundation, and for other purposes; 2120-AA64) received February 3, 2010, pursu- tation and Infrastructure. to the Committee on Science and Tech- ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee 6476. A letter from the Program Analyst, nology. on Transportation and Infrastructure. Department of Transportation, transmitting By Mr. CLYBURN (for himself, Mr. 6467. A letter from the Program Analyst, the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness WHITFIELD, Mr. PERRIELLO, and Mr. Department of Transportation, transmitting Directives; Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, SPRATT): the Department’s final rule — Standard In- A340-200, and A340-300 Series Airplanes H.R. 4785. A bill to amend the miscella- neous rural development provisions of the strument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff [Docket No.: FAA-2009-0309; Directorate Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of Minimums and Obstacle Departure Proce- Identifier 2008-NM-173-AD; Amendment 39- 2002 to authorize the Secretary of Agri- dures; Miscellaneous Amendments [Docket 16152; AD 2009-26-13] (RIN: 2120-A64) received culture to make loans to certain entities No.: 30706; Amdt. No. 3357] received February February 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. that will use the funds to make loans to con- 3, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- tation and Infrastructure. sumers to implement energy efficiency the Committee on Transportation and Infra- measures involving structural improvements structure. f and investments in cost-effective, commer- 6468. A letter from the Program Analyst, cial off-the-shelf technologies to reduce Department of Transportation, transmitting REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS home energy use; to the Committee on Agri- the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness culture, and in addition to the Committee on Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of Energy and Commerce, for a period to be Mark 0070 and 0100 Airplanes [Docket No.: committees were delivered to the Clerk subsequently determined by the Speaker, in FAA-2009-0763; Directorate Identifier 2007- for printing and reference to the proper each case for consideration of such provi- NM-301-AD; Amendment 39-16170; AD 2010-01- calendar, as follows: sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the 11] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received February 3, committee concerned. 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Mr. MCGOVERN: Committee on Rules. House Resolution 1146. Resolution providing By Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia (for Committee on Transportation and Infra- himself, Mr. OBERSTAR, Mr. MICA, Mr. structure. for consideration of the concurrent resolu- tion (H. Con. Res. 248) directing the Presi- LEVIN, Mr. TOWNS, and Mr. DEFAZIO): 6469. A letter from the Program Analyst, H.R. 4786. A bill to provide authority to dent, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Department of Transportation, transmitting compensate Federal employees for the 2-day Powers Resolution, to remove the United the Department’s final rule — Standard In- period in which authority to make expendi- States Armed Forces from Afghanistan strument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff tures from the Highway Trust Fund lapsed, (Rept. 111–428). Referred to the House Cal- Minimums and Obstacle Departure Proce- and for other purposes; to the Committee on dures; Miscellaneous Amendments [Docket endar. Transportation and Infrastructure, and in Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi: Committee No.: 30705; Amdt. No. 3356] received January addition to the Committee on Oversight and on Homeland Security. H.R. 3239. A bill to 29, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to Government Reform, for a period to be sub- require the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Committee on Transportation and Infra- sequently determined by the Speaker, in in consultation with the Secretary of State, structure. each case for consideration of such provi- 6470. A letter from the Regulations Officer, to submit a report on the effects of the sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation, transmitting Merida Initiative on the border security of committee concerned. the Department’s final rule — Worker Visi- the United States, and for other purposes; By Ms. BALDWIN (for herself and Mr. with an amendment (Rept. 111–429, Pt. 1). Re- bility [FHWA Docket No.: FHWA-2008-0157] SULLIVAN): (RIN: 2125-AF28) received January 29, 2010, ferred to the Committee of the Whole House H.R. 4787. A bill to amend title XIX of the pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- on the State of the Union. Social Security Act to improve and protect mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- Mr. CONYERS: Committee on the Judici- rehabilitative services and case management ture. ary. H.R. 4506. A bill to authorize the ap- services provided under Medicaid to improve 6471. A letter from the Attorney, Depart- pointment of additional bankruptcy judges, the health and welfare of the nation’s most ment of Transportation, transmitting the and for other purposes (Rept. 111–430). Re- vulnerable seniors and children; to the Com- Department’s final rule — Employee Protec- ferred to the Committee of the Whole House mittee on Energy and Commerce. tion Program; Removal (RIN: 2105-AD94) re- on the State of the Union. By Mr. BISHOP of New York (for him- ceived January 29, 2010, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. DISCHARGE OF COMMITTEE self, Mr. MICHAUD, and Mr. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XIII the Com- MCCOTTER): tation and Infrastructure. mittee on Foreign Affairs discharged from H.R. 4788. A bill to amend title 49, United 6472. A letter from the Attorney, Depart- further consideration. H.R. 3239 referred to States Code, to establish limitations on the ment of Transportation, transmitting the the Committee of the Whole House on the approval of cooperative arrangements be- Department’s final rule — Procedures for Re- State of the Union. tween 2 or more air carriers or between an imbursement of General Aviation Operators f air carrier and a foreign air carrier, and for and Service Providers in the Washington, DC other purposes; to the Committee on Trans- Area; Removal [Docket No.: OST-2010-XXXX] PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS portation and Infrastructure. (RIN: 2105-AD93) received January 29, 2010, Under clause 2 of rule XII, public By Mr. GRAYSON (for himself, Mr. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- bills and resolutions of the following FILNER, Mr. POLIS of Colorado, Ms. mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- PINGREE of Maine, Ms. SHEA-PORTER, titles were introduced and severally re- ture. Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. FRANK of Mas- 6473. A letter from the Program Analyst, ferred, as follows: sachusetts, Mr. KUCINICH, Ms. ED- Department of Transportation, transmitting By Mr. LEVIN (for himself, Mr. CAMP, WARDS of Maryland, Ms. WATSON, and the Department’s final rule — Airworthiness Mr. RANGEL, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas):

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H.R. 4789. A bill to amend title XVIII of the By Mr. QUIGLEY: Mr. CARTER, Mr. MILLER of Florida, Social Security Act to provide for an option H.R. 4797. A bill to amend title 40, United and Mr. OLSON): for any citizen or permanent resident of the States Code, to direct the Administrator of H. Res. 1150. A resolution designating the United States to buy into Medicare; to the General Services to incorporate bird-safe National Aeronautics and Space Administra- Committee on Ways and Means. building materials and design features into tion (NASA) as a National Security Interest By Mr. CAPUANO (for himself, Mr. public buildings, and for other purposes; to and Asset; to the Committee on Science and ACKERMAN, Mr. FILNER, Mr. GRAYSON, the Committee on Transportation and Infra- Technology. Mr. HIMES, Mr. HOLT, Mrs. MALONEY, structure. By Mr. MCDERMOTT (for himself, Mr. Mr. PALLONE, Mr. PETERS, and Ms. By Mr. SIMPSON (for himself and Mr. LARSEN of Washington, and Mr. ROYBAL-ALLARD): CONAWAY): BAIRD): H.R. 4790. A bill to amend the Securities H.R. 4798. A bill to allow small public H. Res. 1151. A resolution recognizing and Exchange Act of 1934 to require shareholder water systems to request an exemption from congratulating Apolo Anton Ohno for his authorization before a public company may the requirements of any national primary historic performances in short track speed make certain political expenditures, and for drinking water regulation for a naturally oc- skating at the 2002, 2006, and 2010 Olympic other purposes; to the Committee on Finan- curring contaminant, and for other purposes; Winter Games and congratulating him for cial Services, and in addition to the Com- to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. winning more Olympic Winter Games medals mittee on House Administration, for a period By Mr. SPACE: than any other American athlete; to the to be subsequently determined by the Speak- H.R. 4799. A bill to direct the Secretary of Committee on Oversight and Government er, in each case for consideration of such pro- Health and Human Services to develop a Reform. visions as fall within the jurisdiction of the strategic plan to retrain displaced workers By Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin (for her- committee concerned. to become health care professionals serving self and Mr. BERMAN): By Mr. CARTER: areas with a shortage of such professionals, H. Res. 1152. A resolution celebrating Vol- H.R. 4791. A bill to ensure that the victims and for other purposes; to the Committee on unteers in Service to America (VISTA) on its and victims’ families of the November 5, 2009, Energy and Commerce. 45th anniversary and recognizing the na- attack at Fort Hood, Texas, receive the same By Mr. BAIRD (for himself and Mr. tional service program’s contribution to the treatment, benefits, and honors as those INGLIS): fight against poverty; to the Committee on Americans who have been killed or wounded H. Con. Res. 250. Concurrent resolution in a combat zone overseas and their families; Education and Labor. congratulating the people of Iraq on their re- By Mr. RAHALL (for himself, Mr. MOL- to the Committee on Armed Services, and in solve to vote in a national parliamentary addition to the Committee on Oversight and LOHAN, and Mrs. CAPITO): election on March 7, 2010, in the face of ad- H. Res. 1153. A resolution recognizing the Government Reform, for a period to be sub- versity; to the Committee on Foreign Af- sequently determined by the Speaker, in heroic efforts of the West Virginia National fairs. Guard and local responders for their work each case for consideration of such provi- By Mr. HINOJOSA (for himself, Mr. sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the rescuing 17 individuals from a downed mili- BERMAN, Mr. ENGEL, Ms. LEE of Cali- committee concerned. tary helicopter on a rugged, snow-covered fornia, Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD, Ms. ROS- By Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA: mountain on the Pocahontas-Randolph coun- LEHTINEN, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mr. H.R. 4792. A bill to direct the Secretary of ty line; to the Committee on Armed Serv- CUELLAR, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. the Interior, acting through the Minerals ices. CARDOZA, Mr. REYES, Mrs. Management Service, to conduct a techno- By Mr. SESTAK (for himself, Mr. NAPOLITANO, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. logical capability assessment, survey, and MCCAUL, Mr. MELANCON, Mr. BACA, Mr. MEEKS of New York, Mr. economic feasibility study regarding recov- GRIJALVA, Mr. DOGGETT, Mrs. SIRES, Mr. CLAY, Ms. SPEIER, Mr. BLACKBURN, Mr. COLE, and Ms. ery of minerals, other than oil and natural ´ gas, from the shallow and deep seabed of the LUJAN, Ms. WATERS, Mr. GENE GREEN SPEIER): United States; to the Committee on Natural of Texas, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, H. Res. 1154. A resolution expressing sup- Resources. Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ- port for designation of September 13, 2010, as By Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN: BALART of Florida, Mr. SALAZAR, Mr. ‘‘National Childhood Cancer Awareness H.R. 4793. A bill to designate the library DOGGETT, Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin, Mr. Day’’; to the Committee on Energy and Com- and archives gallery at the Washington’s PIERLUISI, Mr. SABLAN, Mr. PASTOR of merce. Arizona, and Mr. FARR): Headquarters Museum at Morristown Na- f tional Historical Park in the State of New H. Res. 1144. A resolution expressing condo- Jersey, and for other purposes; to the Com- lences to the families of the victims of the ADDITIONAL SPONSORS mittee on Natural Resources. February 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors By Mr. LANCE (for himself, Mrs. EMER- were added to public bills and resolu- SON, Mr. PAULSEN, and Mrs. people of Chile as they plan for recovery and tions as follows: MCMORRIS RODGERS): reconstruction; to the Committee on Foreign H.R. 4794. A bill to prohibit the use of any Affairs. H.R. 39: Mr. SIRES and Ms. NORTON. recommendation of the Preventive Services By Ms. GIFFORDS (for herself and Mr. H.R. 43: Mr. ARCURI, Mrs. CAPITO, Mr. KIRK, Task Force (or any successor task force) to GRIJALVA): Ms. PINGREE of Maine, and Mr. CONNOLLY of deny or restrict coverage of an item or serv- H. Res. 1145. A resolution recognizing the Virginia. ice under a Federal health care program, a University of Arizona’s 125 years of dedica- H.R. 197: Mr. ISSA. group health plan, or a health insurance tion to excellence in higher education; to the H.R. 205: Mr. LOBIONDO. issuer, and for other purposes; to the Com- Committee on Education and Labor. H.R. 211: Mr. SOUDER. mittee on Energy and Commerce, and in ad- By Ms. SPEIER: H.R. 219: Mr. TIAHRT. dition to the Committees on Ways and H. Res. 1147. A resolution amending the H.R. 336: Ms. RICHARDSON. Means, and Education and Labor, for a pe- Rules of the House of Representatives to re- H.R. 393: Mr. INGLIS. riod to be subsequently determined by the quire a Member, Delegate, or Resident Com- H.R. 476: Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas and Mr. Speaker, in each case for consideration of missioner to hold an explanatory public CAO. such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- meeting prior to the submission of congres- H.R. 489: Mr. WALZ. tion of the committee concerned. sional earmark requests; to the Committee H.R. 537: Mrs. CAPITO, Mr. JONES, and Mr. By Mr. MATHESON (for himself and on Standards of Official Conduct. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. TERRY): By Mr. BAIRD (for himself and Mr. H.R. 622: Mr. OWENS. H.R. 4795. A bill to prohibit restrictions on FORTENBERRY): H.R. 673: Mr. CUMMINGS. the resale of event tickets sold in interstate H. Res. 1148. A resolution expressing sup- H.R. 678: Mr. HALL of New York, Mr. BU- commerce as an unfair or deceptive act or port for the mission and goals of the World CHANAN, Mr. MOORE of Kansas, Mr. ROGERS of practice; to the Committee on Energy and Economic Forum; to the Committee on For- Kentucky, Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. GERLACH, and Commerce. eign Affairs. Mr. JONES. By Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Penn- By Mr. BISHOP of Utah: H.R. 690: Mr. BOEHNER and Mr. DAVIS of sylvania (for himself and Mr. TIM H. Res. 1149. A resolution supporting the Tennessee. MURPHY of Pennsylvania): goals and ideals of National Charter School H.R. 789: Mr. SCOTT of Virginia and Mr. H.R. 4796. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Week, to be held May 2 through May 8, 2010; BRADY of Pennsylvania. Social Security Act with respect to the ap- to the Committee on Education and Labor. H.R. 878: Mr. HELLER. plication of Medicare secondary payer rules By Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas (for H.R. 881: Mr. DUNCAN and Mr. BONNER. for certain claims; to the Committee on herself, Mr. CULBERSON, Mr. AL H.R. 903: Mr. ROTHMAN of New Jersey. Ways and Means, and in addition to the Com- GREEN of Texas, Ms. EDDIE BERNICE H.R. 904: Mr. TEAGUE. mittee on Energy and Commerce, for a pe- JOHNSON of Texas, Ms. KOSMAS, Mr. H.R. 949: Mr. MOLLOHAN, Ms. MCCOLLUM, riod to be subsequently determined by the GENE GREEN of Texas, Mr. HINOJOSA, and Mr. GORDON of Tennessee. Speaker, in each case for consideration of Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. SMITH of Texas, Mr. H.R. 953: Mr. RODRIGUEZ and Mr. WALZ. such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- REYES, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. GON- H.R. 1017: Mr. CARNAHAN and Mr. OBER- tion of the committee concerned. ZALEZ, Mr. CUELLAR, Ms. WATSON, STAR.

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H.R. 1020: Mr. RODRIGUEZ. H.R. 3655: Mr. GRIJALVA. H.R. 4751: Mr. MOLLOHAN. H.R. 1067: Mr. CLEAVER. H.R. 3656: Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. H.R. 4755: Ms. SUTTON, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. HIG- H.R. 1079: Mrs. CAPPS. H.R. 3715: Mr. HARE. GINS, Mr. CONYERS, Mrs. MILLER of Michigan, H.R. 1126: Mr. QUIGLEY. H.R. 3731: Ms. GIFFORDS. Mr. STUPAK, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. SCHAUER, H.R. 1175: Mr. HARE. H.R. 3734: Mr. NADLER of New York and Mr. and Mr. QUIGLEY. H.R. 1177: Mr. HARE. PIERLUISI. H.R. 4765: Mr. ELLISON. H.R. 1190: Mr. MCCLINTOCK. H.R. 3787: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. H.J. Res. 76: Mr. TIBERI, Mr. PETRI, Mrs. H.R. 1205: Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. SCOTT of Vir- H.R. 3790: Mr. CARNEY, Mr. WESTMORELAND, CAPITO, Mr. BARROW, Mr. DONNELLY of Indi- ginia, Mr. MELANCON, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, and Mr. LEE of New York, Mr. BARRETT of South ana, Mr. ROGERS of Alabama, and Mr. ED- Mr. MICHAUD. Carolina, Mr. PRICE of Georgia, Mr. LIPINSKI, WARDS of Texas. H.R. 1207: Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. JONES, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, Mr. AN- H. Con. Res. 204: Mr. COURTNEY. H.R. 1210: Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS, Ms. DREWS, Mr. KING of Iowa, and Mrs. DAVIS of CHU, Mr. DONNELLY of Indiana, and Mr. SNY- California. H. Con. Res. 231: Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. DER. H.R. 3838: Mr. COHEN and Mr. HINCHEY. H. Con. Res. 242: Mr. SESTAK, Ms. CHU, Mr. H.R. 1407: Mr. MAFFEI. H.R. 3952: Ms. GIFFORDS. VISCLOSKY, Mr. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. CONNOLLY H.R. 1452: Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. H.R. 4116: Mr. THOMPSON of California. of Virginia, Ms. MATSUI, Mr. ISRAEL, and Mr. H.R. 1460: Ms. NORTON. H.R. 4141: Ms. BEAN. FARR. H.R. 1519: Mr. KLINE of Minnesota. H.R. 4155: Ms. SPEIER. H. Con. Res. 248: Mr. STARK and Mr. FARR. H.R. 1523: Mr. MORAN of Virginia and Mr. H.R. 4159: Ms. CHU. H. Res. 173: Mr. SESTAK and Mr. HODES. BERMAN. H.R. 4163: Mr. CUMMINGS. H. Res. 200: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. H.R. 1547: Mr. CARTER and Mr. KING of H.R. 4196: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H. Res. 213: Mr. CLEAVER, Mr. BECERRA, Ms. Iowa. H.R. 4241: Mr. MURPHY of New York and MATSUI, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. STARK, Mr. SIRES, H.R. 1640: Mr. KAGEN. Mr. MCMAHON. Mr. DOYLE, and Ms. LEE of California. H.R. 1682: Mr. TIBERI. H.R. 4256: Mr. TANNER and Ms. GIFFORDS. H. Res. 311: Mr. RUSH, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. H.R. 1708: Mr. ROSS and Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. H R. 4261: Mr. POE of Texas. WALZ, Ms. NORTON, and Mr. PETERSON. H.R. 1718: Mrs. BLACKBURN. H.R. 4269: Mr. KILDEE. H.R. 1866: Mr. POLIS. H R. 4274: Mr. HOLT and Mr. CLEAVER. H. Res. 440: Mr. POLIS. H.R. 1873: Mr. HINCHEY. H.R. 4296: Mr. CARNAHAN, Mr. ALTMIRE, and H. Res. 704: Mr. KISSELL, Mr. PERLMUTTER, H.R. 1895: Mr. HALL of New York. Mr. TIM MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Mr. COHEN, Mr. PETERSON, Ms. TITUS, Mr. IRONO H.R. 1924: Ms. H . H.R. 4320: Mr. SHULER. ROE of Tennessee, and Mr. MICA. H.R. 1925: Ms. MATSUI. H.R. 4322: Mr. BLUMENAUER. H. Res. 763: Mr. MCCOTTER. H.R. 1932: Ms. BORDALLO. H.R. 4324: Mr. BILIRAKIS, Ms. BORDALLO, H. Res. 764: Mr. FORBES. H.R. 1970: Mr. SOUDER. and Ms. GIFFORDS. H.R. 1980: Mr. TIAHRT. H. Res. 874: Mr. PLATTS. H.R. 4333: Ms. NORTON, Mr. WAXMAN, and H.R. 2084: Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. H. Res. 925: Mr. SESTAK. Mr. OLVER. H.R. 2149: Mr. ALTMIRE. H. Res. 959: Ms. FOXX. H.R. 4343: Mr. SABLAN. H.R. 2156: Mr. HARE. H.R. 4353: Mr. COHEN and Mr. COOPER. H. Res. 1036: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H.R. 2256: Mr. MURPHY of New York, Mr. H.R. 4375: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. H. Res. 1047: Mr. BOEHNER. FOSTER, and Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. H.R. 4376: Ms. GIFFORDS. H. Res. 1052: Mr. MARSHALL, Mr. LARSEN of H.R. 2258: Mr. LANGEVIN. H.R. 4386: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY and Ms. BALD- Washington, and Mr. GONZALEZ. H.R. 2296: Mr. MELANCON. WIN. H.R. 2299: Mr. KISSELL. H. Res. 1053: Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mr. H.R. 4399: Mr. HINCHEY. H.R. 2365: Mr. HARE. CONYERS, and Mr. OLVER. H.R. 4400: Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. WAMP, Mr. H.R. 2372: Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina. H. Res. 1060: Mrs. HALVORSON, Mr. BURTON GUTHRIE, and Mr. KLINE of Minnesota. H.R. 2373: Mr. ANDREWS. of Indiana, Mr. FORBES, Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. H.R. 4430: Mr. SMITH of Texas and Mr. BAR- H.R. 2377: Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. GRAVES, Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas, Mr. MCCAUL, Mr. ED- RETT of South Carolina. GARAMENDI, and Ms. NORTON. WARDS of Texas, Mr. CRENSHAW, and Mrs. H.R. 4446: Mr. CARNAHAN. H.R. 2408: Mr. OWENS and Mr. ORTIZ. CAPITO. H.R. 4477: Mr. FILNER. H.R. 2414: Mr. OWENS. H. Res. 1081: Mr. CONYERS, Mr. GRAYSON, H.R. 4496: Mr. GERLACH. H.R. 2455: Mr. HARE and Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. SCOTT of Virginia, and Ms. NORTON. H.R. 4502: Mr. DEFAZIO. H.R. 2555: Mr. MILLER of Florida and Mr. H. Res. 1088: Mr. GARAMENDI. RANGER ALDEN YOUNG of Florida. H.R. 4505: Ms. G and Mr. W . H. Res. 1091: Mr. CLEAVER. H.R. 2565: Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. H.R. 4521: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. H. Res. 1099: Ms. SHEA-PORTER, Mr. ROGERS H.R. 2568: Mr. QUIGLEY and Ms. H.R. 4530: Mr. JACKSON of Illinois, Ms. of Kentucky, Mr. BARROW, Mr. TEAGUE, Mr. SCHAKOWSKY. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Ms. GIFFORDS, and Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. CONAWAY, Mr. H.R. 2601: Mr. ETHERIDGE. KENNEDY. FLEMING, Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, Mr. H.R. 2697: Mr. CHANDLER, Mr. HARE, and H.R. 4537: Mr. ACKERMAN, Mr. BLUMENAUER, PERLMUTTER, Mr. SMITH of Nebraska, and Mr. MAFFEI. Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin, and Mr. WELCH. Mr. MCKEON. H.R. 2737: Mr. CASTLE and Mr. REHBERG. H.R. 4538: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. H.R. 2891: Mr. CARNAHAN and Mr. MAFFEI. H.R. 4556: Mr. MCKEON. H. Res. 1102: Mr. FILNER, Mr. JACKSON of Il- H.R. 2906: Mr. LOEBSACK, Mr. HOLT, and H.R. 4557: Mr. TOWNS. linois, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, and Mr. CLEAVER. Mrs. CAPPS. H.R. 4563: Ms. NORTON. H. Res. 1103: Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. TANNER, H.R. 3024: Mr. MAFFEI. H.R. 4572: Mr. SOUDER, Mr. SCHOCK, and Mr. Mr. CHAFFETZ, Mr. HINOJOSA, Mr. BURGESS, H.R. 3035: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. BUYER. Mr. EDWARDS of Texas, and Mr. DUNCAN. ´ H.R. 3043: Mr. STARK. H.R. 4573: Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of Cali- H. Res. 1107: Mr. LIPINSKI, Mr. LEVIN, and H.R. 3070: Mr. GORDON of Tennessee. fornia. Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. H.R. 4598: Mr. SCHAUER, Mr. THOMPSON of H.R. 3101: Ms. KILROY, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, H. Res. 1116: Mr. KING of New York, Mr. Pennsylvania, and Ms. BORDALLO. and Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. MICHAUD, Ms. H.R. 4614: Mr. HEINRICH and Ms. MARKEY of H.R. 3116: Mr. BOUCHER. BORDALLO, Ms. EDWARDS of Maryland, Mr. Colorado. H.R. 3125: Mr. BUTTERFIELD, Mrs. CAPPS, MCDERMOTT, Mr. TIBERI, Mr. RUSH, Ms. H.R. 4630: Mr. CUMMINGS. and Mr. SULLIVAN. HIRONO, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. SNY- H.R. 3186: Ms. SUTTON. H.R. 4687: Ms. CHU, Mr. STARK, Ms. ROYBAL- DER, Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California, Mr. H.R. 3240: Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois and Mr. ALLARD, and Mrs. DAVIS of California. FRANK of Massachusetts, Mr. MAFFEI, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. H.R. 4690: Ms. DELAURO. PAYNE, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. BARROW, Mr. H.R. 3308: Mr. HELLER. H.R. 4692: Mr. SCHAUER, Mr. COSTELLO, and BILBRAY, Ms. SUTTON, Mr. CONNOLLY of Vir- H.R. 3355: Ms. HIRONO. Mr. SHERMAN. ginia, Mr. JACKSON of Illinois, Mr. HOLT, Mr. H.R. 3380: Mr. LOBIONDO, Mr. HERGER, Ms. H.R. 4693: Mr. CARTER. GEORGE MILLER of California, Ms. LINDA T. KOSMAS, Mr. LINDER, Mr. QUIGLEY, Mr. H.R. 4713: Mr. SESTAK. SA´ NCHEZ of California, Mr. SMITH of Wash- MCDERMOTT, Mr. PETERSON, Mr. POSEY, Mr. H.R. 4719: Ms. GIFFORDS. ington, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mrs. MCMORRIS ROD- BERMAN, and Ms. CHU. H.R. 4735: Mr. NEUGEBAUER. GERS, Mr. FARR, Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, H.R. 3401: Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. MCDERMOTT, H.R. 4740: Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mrs. EMERSON, Mr. ISSA, Mr. MARKEY of Mas- and Mr. STARK. H.R. 4745: Mr. BOSWELL, Mr. MCMAHON, Mr. sachusetts, Mr. HINCHEY, and Mr. ALEX- H.R. 3415: Mr. SCHOCK and Mr. PAUL. TANNER, Mr. ALTMIRE, Mr. SMITH of Wash- ANDER. H.R. 3421: Mr. TOWNS. ington, Mr. MELANCON, Mr. MICHAUD, Mr. H.R. 3488: Mr. ACKERMAN. BOREN, Mr. TAYLOR, Ms. SUTTON, Mr. HARE, H. Res. 1120: Mr. MARCHANT and Mr. ED- H.R. 3554: Mrs. MYRICK and Mr. SESTAK. Mr. SCOTT of Georgia, Mrs. BIGGERT, Mr. WARDS of Texas. H.R. 3652: Mr. LYNCH, Mr. OLVER, Mr. BOS- SHULER, Mr. LIPINSKI, Ms. MARKEY of Colo- H. Res. 1128: Mr. SALAZAR and Mr. WELL, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. ANDREWS, Mr. rado, Mr. CHANDLER, Ms. WATSON, and Mr. LANGEVIN. OBERSTAR, and Mr. WU. GALLEGLY. H. Res. 1138: Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas.

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Vol. 156 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2010 No. 33 Senate The Senate met at 10 a.m. and was ator from the State of Oregon, to perform lose sight of where we started, so I called to order by the Honorable JEFF the duties of the Chair. would just like to remind people today MERKLEY, a Senator from the State of ROBERT C. BYRD, of what this debate was supposed to be Oregon. President pro tempore. about. Mr. MERKLEY thereupon assumed It was supposed to be about cost. PRAYER the chair as Acting President pro tem- This debate was supposed to be about The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- pore. bringing the cost of health care down, fered the following prayer: f about keeping health care costs from bankrupting families and government. Let us pray. RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY Gracious God, our shelter in the time So if you are looking for a reason as to LEADER why Americans overwhelmingly oppose of storm, hold our Senators within this bill and why Democrats are having Your providential hand, guiding them The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- such a hard time rounding up votes from perplexity to wisdom. Give them pore. The majority leader is recog- within their own party for this bill, it strength to overcome the challenges nized. is because no one believes this bill will f they face, enabling them to be true lower the cost of health care. It is that guardians of liberty. Lord, keep them SCHEDULE simple. faithful in service, inspired by the When you hear people talk about the knowledge that in due season they will Mr. REID. Mr. President, following leader remarks, the Senate will turn to cost of health care, they usually are re- reap if they persevere. Give them a vi- ferring to three things: the overall sion greater than they possess that a period of morning business until 11 o’clock this morning. Senators during health care expenses Americans will they may see clearly what You want have to shoulder if this bill passes, them to accomplish. Infuse them with that time will be able to speak for up to 10 minutes each. The Republicans overall spending by the Federal Gov- the faith to realize that with You all ernment on health care if this bill will control the first half and the ma- things are possible. passes, and the amount of money peo- jority will control the second half. Fol- We pray in Your great Name. Amen. ple will have to spend on health insur- lowing morning business, the Senate ance premiums if this bill passes. On f will resume consideration of H.R. 4213, all three counts, the bill the White the tax extenders bill. There will then PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE House and its allies in Congress want be a series of up to four rollcall votes us to vote for would drive costs up ac- The Honorable JEFF MERKLEY led the in relation to amendments to the bill. tually. The administration’s own score- Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: Those votes will start at 11 o’clock. keeper at the Centers for Medicare & I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the Following the series of votes, the Sen- Medicaid Services says overall health United States of America, and to the Repub- ate will recess until 2:15 p.m. in order spending will go up by more than $200 lic for which it stands, one nation under God, to accommodate the weekly caucus billion under this bill—overall health indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. meetings. At 2:30 p.m., the Senate will care spending up $200 billion under this proceed to a cloture vote on the sub- f bill, according to the administration. stitute amendment. As a reminder, the The independent Congressional Budget APPOINTMENT OF ACTING filing deadline for second-degree Office says Federal spending on health PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE amendments is 12 o’clock noon today. care will increase by about $200 billion The PRESIDING OFFICER. The f over the next 10 years. CBO also says clerk will please read a communication RECOGNITION OF THE MINORITY health insurance premiums for mil- to the Senate from the President pro LEADER lions of Americans across the country will go up 10 to 13 percent as a result of tempore (Mr. BYRD). The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- all the new government mandates con- The legislative clerk read the fol- pore. The Republican leader is recog- lowing letter: tained in this bill—and continue to rise nized. at the current unsustainable rate for U.S. SENATE, f nearly everyone else, despite more PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, than $2 trillion in new government Washington, DC, March 9, 2010. HEALTH CARE To the Senate: spending. Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, the Another thing Americans are rightly of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby debate over health care has been going concerned about is the debt. It is com- appoint the Honorable JEFF MERKLEY, a Sen- on for a long time now. It is easy to pletely out of control. Some say this

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The bill quality of their own care will go in my State, in my home State of Wyo- we are going to pass today, the extend- down—go down. Americans, and cer- ming, to visit with them about their ers bill, will add more to the debt—will tainly the people in Wyoming, are very needs, their concerns. And they have add more to the debt—than even the worried that if this bill becomes law, great concerns about this bill. White House claims its health spending the cost of their care is going to go up It is not just people in my home com- bill will save. and the quality and availability of munities. Warren Buffett, the great in- So if cost is what you are concerned their care is going to go down. That is vestor, says Washington should scrap about, then you cannot vote for this not what they want. this health care bill and start over. He bill. It is that simple. Americans have The President was speaking in Phila- said they should focus, as our Repub- it figured out, and that is why they are delphia yesterday. The front page of lican leader said a few minutes ago, on asking themselves why anyone in Con- one of the papers this morning says: the costs. He said we should say we are gress would even think about voting ‘‘[The President] Turns Up the Volume going to focus on the costs and not for this bill. This should not even be a in Bid for His Health Measure.’’ And he dream up 2,000 pages of other things. tough call. said, as a challenge to Democrats, ‘‘If Warren Buffett says get rid of the non- Let’s start over and work together on not us, who?’’ sense, and this bill is loaded with non- a step-by-step solutions process that Mr. President, it should be all of us. sense. This bill is loaded with non- focuses on cost, that actually lowers This should not be something that is sense—nonsense that is going to drive costs, not the other way around. Let’s being rammed through the House and up the cost of care and decrease the put together a bill Americans will sup- the Senate and force-fed to the Amer- quality of care in this country. port. ican people at a time when 75 percent So we have now been going through Mr. President, I yield the floor. of them want nothing to do with this this for a year. The President is out bill. Three out of four Americans say: trying to make an appeal to the Nation f Stop, we don’t want this, because they to say: Yes, buy this package I am try- RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME are worried about the cost of their own ing to sell. The American people are too smart for that. They realize this The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- care and the availability and the qual- package cuts $500 billion from Medi- pore. Under the previous order, the ity of the care they are receiving. So when the President gives his care patients who depend on Medicare leadership time is reserved. speeches, as he did yesterday, I would for their health care—$500 billion in f say: Involve all of us. Involve all of us Medicare cuts. Part of it is to hospitals MORNING BUSINESS in the discussion, which is what we and part of it is to a program called should have been doing for over a year. Medicare Advantage. There are 10 mil- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- I look at what he said in his speech, lion Americans on Medicare Advan- pore. Under the previous order, there and he talked about an insurance tage. The reason they signed up for will now be a period of morning busi- broker who apparently told some oth- this, they choose this, is because there ness until 11 a.m., with Senators per- ers there was so little competition— is an advantage for them as seniors to mitted to speak for up to 10 minutes this is the President now talking, say- participate in this program because each, with the time equally divided and ing there is so little competition in in- this is a program that actually works controlled between the two leaders, surance, that allows people to drive up with preventive care, with coordi- with the Republicans controlling the the cost. The solution to that is the nating care, things that regular Medi- first portion and the majority control- Republican solution that says: Increase care does not do. They are going to cut ling the second portion. the competition, increase the competi- over $100 billion from our nursing The Senator from Wyoming. tion. That is what we need. Patients, homes and money from home health, f people, citizens of this country want to which is a lifeline for people at home. be able to shop around, buy insurance They are going to cut money from hos- HEALTH CARE across State lines, look for what is best pice for people in their final days of Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I just for them and best for their families. If life. That is part of this big bill the heard the Republican leader talk about we did that, if we did that today, there President is supporting and that he is the issue of health care in America and would be 12 million more Americans asking the House to vote for. It is a bill the goal which we heard so much about with insurance by merely being al- that raises taxes by another $500 bil- of getting the cost of care under con- lowed to have more competition, to be lion. It is a bill the House is going to be trol. able to shop across State lines and to asked to pass that includes every one I have practiced medicine for 25 years look around for something that is best of the sweetheart deals because their in Casper, WY. I was in Wyoming yes- for them and for their families—not first act in the House is going to have terday visiting with physicians, vis- the limited choices they may have in to be to pass the bill the Senate passed iting with nurses, visiting with those the State in which they happen to live. on Christmas Eve and that includes all who are patients, as well as those who So I look at this from the standpoint the sweetheart deals, whether it is to are providers, and talking with them of practicing medicine for 25 years, vis- Nebraska or Louisiana or Florida. about what is happening in this coun- iting with patients, visiting with pro- Thirteen different Senators had sweet- try and in this body with the discus- viders, talking with nurses, talking heart deals put into that bill the sion about health care in America and with doctors, saying there are things Democrats are going to be asked to the legislation. No matter whom I talk we can do to get down the cost of care. vote for because the Republicans see with in Wyoming, when they look at Unfortunately, they are not included in through this whole thing. this massive, 2,000-page bill and they this 2,000-page bill that is now sitting So the opposition to this is bipar- think about it and then they ask ques- over in the House, with all of these dif- tisan. It is bipartisan opposition. Those tions about it, they say: How in the ferent approaches to force this through who support it is one party only. world is this actually going to get the in a way that undermines what the We are looking now at a mandate cost of care down? How is this going to American people want, what the Amer- where every American is going to be help them save money? Because as ican people are asking for—the opin- forced—forced—to buy a product, to they read it and as they look at the ions of the American people—by a buy insurance—forced under this—or rules and the regulations and the new group of people in this body who say: they will either have to pay special mandates for more bureaucracies—they We know better than the American taxes, have their wages garnished or say it is going to be more government people. pay a fine or a penalty under this plan

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What their bidding. That isn’t going to hap- iors in the fine State of Arizona. they are assuming is, when they at- pen. Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I appreciate tempt to fix the Senate bill they don’t Let me say one other thing before I my colleague asking. There are 330,000 like very much by amending it through turn it back over to my colleague from seniors in the State of Arizona who this reconciliation process and then Wyoming. It has been such a learning rely on Medicare Advantage. It is ex- sending that bill over to the Senate, experience for us and an inspiration to actly as Dr. BARRASSO said: Medicare the Senate is simply going to pass the have a couple real physicians in the Advantage is a program that helps peo- bill. Voila: The bad Senate bill has Senate. Our only two physicians here ple with preventive care, with coordi- been fixed, the President can sign the are Dr. BARRASSO, an orthopedic sur- nated care, and with some of the things reconciliation bill, and we will now geon from Wyoming, and Dr. TOM that aren’t available under regular have national health care reform. COBURN, a physician from the State of care, including vision care, audio care, Well, not so fast. As a matter of fact, Oklahoma, to talk about the real world and the like. These benefits would be the author of this reconciliation proc- of treating patients and how there are drastically cut under the proposal in ess also created what is known around ways that care can be given in a less this legislation, so they are naturally here as the Byrd rule, which means expensive way but retaining both the that if you go outside the narrow lanes very much opposed to it. I think Ari- essential quality of care and that in- of the reconciliation process and try to zona represents the second largest tangible but incredibly important—al- include things in the bill that don’t be- State in terms of the number of seniors most sacred—relationship between the long in the reconciliation process, then participating in Medicare Advantage. doctor and the patient. The other part of this that concerns it is, of course, subject to a point of them is the fact that if it is such a order, as it should be, and it would I see Dr. COBURN has joined us on the good idea to eliminate this program— take 60 Senators to override that point floor. It is key for the rest of us to un- or to drastically curtail it, to be per- of order. derstand how this process works when fectly accurate—then why is it that in Well, there are a lot of things that physicians sit down with patients and one State the Senator was able to get are going to be attempted to be fixed in determine the best course of action to his senior citizens who have Medicare the reconciliation bill that are subject preventive care, that can both be the Advantage programs exempted from to a point of order—the Byrd rule. least expensive and yet still deliver the the bill? If it is such a wonderful idea, Those points of order will be upheld be- quality care that their patients de- why shouldn’t it apply to everybody? cause I am going to predict to my col- serve. But the seniors in Florida would be leagues that 41 Republican Senators I think we ought to pay more atten- grandfathered in their Medicare Ad- are not going to allow that misuse of tion to the advice they have provided vantage plans because, of course, they the reconciliation process—going out- to us, and I commend both Senator don’t like these cuts any more than side what is clearly a reconciliation BARRASSO as well as Dr. COBURN for the seniors in Arizona or Wyoming or any process—which means the bill that is advice they have given to us, and I other State. passed in the House of Representatives, hope we will continue to listen to that So this brings up the question: How if it is, would not be passed by the Sen- advice as this debate unfolds. can these provisions that are objected ate. Key provisions of it would have Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I to by the American people be fixed in been stricken on points of order. Then, would say to my colleague from Ari- the process that has now been settled our friends in the House of Representa- zona—and there is actually a Mayo upon, this so-called reconciliation tives would be faced with the prospect Clinic in Arizona, as there is in Florida process? that they had already passed this bad and as there is in Rochester, MN, If I could address that for a moment. Senate bill they don’t like very much— which is the home of the Mayo Clinic— The author of this so-called reconcili- and that I don’t like very much—but one would think, since the President ation process is our esteemed col- the President can sign that into law. early on talked so much about the league, the senior Senator from West Yet the process by which they would Mayo Clinic being a model for health Virginia, ROBERT BYRD. Here is what attempt to fix it has failed because of care in the country, the Mayo Clinic he had to say about using the process the points of order that can be raised might agree with what the President he created, this reconciliation process, and that will be raised and that will be had to say. But if you go to the Mayo for the purposes of consideration of sustained, as should be the case, under Clinic’s blogs, they say: health care legislation. I quote him the application of the so-called Byrd The proposed legislation misses the oppor- from the Washington Post, March 22, rule. tunity— So when my colleague from Wyoming 2009: We have an opportunity now— I am certain that putting health care re- talks about his constituents in Wyo- form and climate change legislation on a ming objecting not only to the sub- to help create high-quality, more affordable freight train through Congress is an outrage stance of the bill but also the process health care for patients. In fact, it will do that must be resisted. by which it has been handled, I can an- the opposite. Using the reconciliation process to enact So here you are. The proposed legis- major legislation prevents an open debate swer the question: Yes, I met with a about the critical issues in full view of the whole group of people from different lation misses the opportunity to help public. Health reform and climate change States this weekend—from Pennsyl- create higher quality, more affordable are issues that in one way or another touch vania, California, New Jersey, New health care for patients. In fact, it will every American family. The resolution car- York—I visited with folks from lit- do the opposite. ries serious economic and emotional con- erally all over the country, and they Mr. KYL. If my colleague would yield sequences. for a quick comment on that point. The misuse of the arcane process of rec- had the same objections, both as to the onciliation—a process intended for deficit re- substance of the legislation, but they Mr. BARRASSO. Absolutely. duction—to enact substantive policy changes were also very curious about this rec- Mr. KYL. The Mayo Clinic in Ari- is an undemocratic disservice to our people onciliation process because they had zona, unfortunately, has had to an- and to the Senate’s institutional role. heard it could be used to ram the bill nounce that in several of its key facili- That is what Senator BYRD had to through by a process that it was never ties there, it will no longer accept new say. Yet that is the process that has intended for, and they wanted to talk Medicare patients. Why is that so? Be- been selected by the Democratic lead- about that. When we explained the fact cause the government program of ers to force this legislation through the that the legislation adopted by the Medicare, which our seniors rely on, is Congress. House—if it is—would not necessarily getting to the point where it does not

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We simply say: Rules off; cians that—the numbers differ, but 50 uation we have to work under today, I doesn’t count; we are going to spend to 60 percent of physicians are no am almost required to order those tests our grandkids’ money. longer taking Medicaid patients. As a or, if something should go wrong, be For the life of me, I do not under- result, these government programs end accused of malpractice. I wonder if my stand the controversy around this up getting very close to rationing care colleague could relay that story. amendment. It is about us being trans- because there aren’t enough physicians Mr. COBURN. Every summer, we parent with the American people. No and facilities to take care of the people have thousands of kids hit the ER, more games. No more saying we are who are enrolled in the programs. Im- whether they ran into a pole or they doing one thing and doing another. All posing yet another entitlement for had a baseball bing them in the head. this amendment says is, when we vio- even more people to have this care The standard of care now is to put that late our own rules and we spend money with fees regulated by the Federal Gov- child through a CT scan. These are we do not have and we do not pay for ernment and reimbursements at levels children the vast majority of whom programs by eliminating programs too low for physicians to take advan- have no neurologic signs whatsoever. that are not effective, that are not a tage of will simply continue to drive But now we are not only spending that priority, that we are going to list it on physicians away from the treatment of $1,200 per child, we are exposing those our Web site. Nothing could be simpler. the patients they have treated over the children to radiation they don’t need. We have offered the Secretary of the years and want to continue to treat. So there are two untoward events for Senate our staff to do that work. It It would be our hope we could bring what has happened as we see the hi- takes about 5 minutes a day to post the incentive for physicians to con- jacking of medicine by the trial bar. that information and probably 5 min- tinue to treat these patients, rather No. 1 is we spend a whole lot more utes every third or fourth day. We will than the disincentives the Mayo Clinic money unnecessarily, but No. 2 is we happily pay for that or we will offer is pointing to in backing out of the are actually now starting to hurt peo- one of our staff to put that information treatment of folks in Arizona. ple by exposing them to radiation they on the computer. Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, if the don’t need. We are going to have a side-by-side Senator will yield, one of the impor- That is another cost. We know we amendment that does nothing. We un- tant points he made a moment ago is a can bring down costs if we change the derstand that. That gives people a way doctor sitting down and listening to tort system in this country to one that to not vote for our amendment. their patient. Mayo has it right. If you is sensible and reasonable and still al- If we want to solve the problems in are not going to pay us enough to sit lows, when doctors make mistakes, for America and we want to solve our fi- down, we refuse to practice medicine them to be compensated for their eco- nancial problems, the first thing we the way Medicare is directing us to nomic damages and the harm that was have to do is have real information practice: Listen a little bit and then caused to them. No one is saying we about what this body is doing. This cover it with tests. should eliminate that. What we are amendment will do that. The reason costs are out of control is saying is, it should be appropriate and I yield back the remainder of our because Medicare wouldn’t pay for a in a venue that represents the real time. physician to sit down and truly listen risks without disturbing the practice of The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- and come to a centered point on what medicine because we cannot afford it, pore. The Senator from Nebraska. the patient’s problem is and the way to and the children who are getting these Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Mr. Presi- get around it. Consequently, what we tests, their bodies cannot afford it. It is dent, I ask unanimous consent that my have seen in the Medicare Program is just common sense that we would go amendment No. 3431 be in order when doctors have to see so many patients that way. we return to H.R. 4213, with up to 10 that they don’t get to listen to them I wonder if the Senator will yield for minutes to speak regarding that and they consequently cover that lack a moment before we lose our time that amendment. of listening by ordering more tests. I might discuss the amendment I am The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- What do we know about tests? We going to have up in a moment. pore. Is there objection? know we order $1⁄4 trillion worth of Mr. KYL. Mr. President, might I just Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, I object tests every year that aren’t needed. inquire how much time remains on the on behalf of the managers who are not There are two reasons we are ordering Republican side? present at this time. them. No. 1, the reimbursement to sit The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- down to listen to the patient is so low pore. There is 3 minutes 15 seconds re- pore. Objection is heard. the doctors can’t afford to take the maining. Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Mr. Presi- time to cover the test; and No. 2 is the Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, I ask dent, I still ask for up to 10 minutes to threat of tort litigation. So now we are unanimous consent to take that time, speak on behalf of this amendment, ordering tests not for patients, but we if I may. even though the action has been heard are ordering them for doctors. If we The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- and registered. want to change health care, we have to pore. Without objection, it is so or- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- drive costs down. I am proud Mayo rec- dered. pore. The Senator may speak. ognizes we are not going to sacrifice f Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. The our quality, so, therefore, we are say- amendment I rise today to speak on is ing: No, we are not going to take any TAX EXTENDERS ACT straightforward. It would provide an more Medicare patients because we Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, we are offset for all known emergency provi- can’t do it in a way that lends a qual- going to have an amendment on the sions included in the bill, H.R. 4213. ity outcome at an appropriate cost. floor in just a moment that simply re- The amendment would direct the Office Mr. KYL. Mr. President, I remember quires the Senate to post every time of Management and Budget to rescind sitting back in the cloakroom and lis- they create a new program and every $35 billion in unobligated American Re- tening to Dr. COBURN when he was time they spend money outside of pay- covery and Reinvestment Act funds on talking about how he treats patients go so that we truly are transparent a prorated basis. The amendment who come into his office. A child, he with the American people about what would exclude military construction said, comes in who has had a fall on the we are doing. and veterans affairs stimulus funding playground and the parents, under- With great fanfare, we passed pay-go. from the rescission. standably, are very concerned. Dr. We made it a statute. The last three This rescission would offset all re- COBURN said to me: If I just sit down bills in a row, we have allocated up to maining nonemergency items in the

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The amendment will fail un- for the election year in level annual install- As a result of my amendment, all less the other side finds that it makes ments over such last 7 plan years (using the provisions in the bill would be paid for sense to simply begin to pay for things. segment rates under subparagraph (C) for the election year). minus the emergency extension of un- I thought the other side was interested ‘‘(iii) 15-YEAR AMORTIZATION.—The shortfall employment insurance and COBRA. in seeing that these requirements are amortization installments determined under My colleagues on the other side of paid for, particularly when they make this subparagraph are the amounts necessary the aisle just made the best case I have such a strong case for the payment to to amortize the shortfall amortization base heard for this amendment. They raised physicians for Medicare and Medicaid of the plan for the election year in level an- concerns about the underpayments for patients. That does not seem to be the nual installments over the 15-plan-year pe- Medicare and Medicaid patients and case. riod beginning with the election year (using patient care. In this underlying bill, I yield the floor. I suggest the ab- the segment rates under subparagraph (C) for doctors would have their fees increased sence of a quorum. the election year). ‘‘(iv) ELECTION.— for payment purposes so the concerns The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The plan sponsor of a that were raised by my colleague from pore. The clerk will call the roll. plan may elect to have this subparagraph Arizona would be, in part, answered by The legislative clerk proceeded to apply to not more than 2 eligible plan years the increased payments the Mayo Clin- call the roll. with respect to the plan, except that in the ic was not receiving and, therefore, Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. President, I ask case of a plan described in section 106 of the made the decision to reduce their care unanimous consent that the order for Pension Protection Act of 2006, the plan to Medicare patients. the quorum call be rescinded. sponsor may only elect to have this subpara- It seems to me it would be appro- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- graph apply to a plan year beginning in 2011. priate to support this bill. I suspect pore. Without objection, it is so or- ‘‘(II) AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE.—Such elec- they will not, but it would seem appro- tion shall specify whether the amortization dered. schedule under clause (ii) or (iii) shall apply priate to support this bill then and also f to an election year, except that if a plan support having it paid for under pay-go sponsor elects to have this subparagraph rules applying to the unused stimulus AMENDMENT NO. 3430, AS apply to 2 eligible plan years, the plan spon- funds that would be available through MODIFIED sor must elect the same schedule for both this act. Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. President, I ask years. If we are going to see that Medicare unanimous consent that my amend- ‘‘(III) OTHER RULES.—Such election shall be patients are treated and are not ex- ment No. 3430 be modified with the made at such time, and in such form and manner, as shall be prescribed by the Sec- cluded from treatment, it is going to be changes at the desk. because the providers are adequately retary of the Treasury, and may be revoked The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- only with the consent of the Secretary of the compensated. That is one of the provi- pore. Without objection, it is so or- Treasury. The Secretary of the Treasury sions of this bill. What we are seeking dered. shall, before granting a revocation request, to do is to make sure that is paid for, The amendment, as modified, is as provide the Pension Benefit Guaranty Cor- among other things. follows: poration an opportunity to comment on the conditions applicable to the treatment of The Governors of the States have Strike title III and insert the following: come to us and said they cannot afford any portion of the election year shortfall to make their part of the Medicaid TITLE III—PENSION FUNDING RELIEF amortization base that remains unamortized match that they are required to make Subtitle A—Single Employer Plans as of the revocation date. ‘‘(v) ELIGIBLE PLAN YEAR.—For purposes of under the Medicaid Program that is ap- SEC. 301. EXTENDED PERIOD FOR SINGLE-EM- PLOYER DEFINED BENEFIT PLANS this subparagraph, the term ‘eligible plan proved in virtually every State. As a TO AMORTIZE CERTAIN SHORTFALL year’ means any plan year beginning in 2008, result of that, a good portion of this AMORTIZATION BASES. 2009, 2010, or 2011, except that a plan year bill is seeking money to pay the (a) AMENDMENTS TO ERISA.— shall only be treated as an eligible plan year States, compensate them for that un- (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section if the due date under subsection (j)(1) for the funded mandate that the States are 303(c) of the Employee Retirement Income payment of the minimum required contribu- currently facing. Security Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1083(c)) is tion for such plan year occurs on or after the In other words, they come in and say: amended by adding at the end the following date of the enactment of this subparagraph. You forced us to do this. We don’t have subparagraph: ‘‘(vi) REPORTING.—A plan sponsor of a plan ‘‘(D) SPECIAL ELECTION FOR ELIGIBLE PLAN who makes an election under clause (i) the money to do it. We are asking that YEARS.— shall— you make it good. You pay for it. ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—If a plan sponsor elects ‘‘(I) give notice of the election to partici- The challenge is, if Medicaid is de- to apply this subparagraph with respect to pants and beneficiaries of the plan, and creased or payments to providers are the shortfall amortization base of a plan for ‘‘(II) inform the Pension Benefit Guaranty decreased, then the concerns they any eligible plan year (in this subparagraph Corporation of such election in such form raised about the Medicaid Program and paragraph (7) referred to as an ‘election and manner as the Director of the Pension underfunding providers will be a self- year’), then, notwithstanding subparagraphs Benefit Guaranty Corporation may pre- fulfilling prophecy. It seems to me (A) and (B)— scribe. ‘‘(I) the shortfall amortization install- ‘‘(vii) INCREASES IN REQUIRED INSTALLMENTS there is an opportunity for the other ments with respect to such base shall be de- IN CERTAIN CASES.—For increases in required side to take a very positive look at this termined under clause (ii) or (iii), whichever contributions in cases of excess compensa- particular bill. is specified in the election, and tion or extraordinary dividends or stock re- I can look at it positively if we pay ‘‘(II) the shortfall amortization install- demptions, see paragraph (7).’’. for it. My concerns are that we pay for ment for any plan year in the 9-plan-year pe- (2) INCREASES IN REQUIRED INSTALLMENTS IN the nonemergency provisions within riod described in clause (ii) or the 15-plan- CERTAIN CASES.—Section 303(c) of the Em- this bill, that we pay for the FMAP fix, year period described in clause (iii), respec- ployee Retirement Income Security Act of that we pay for the other parts of this tively, with respect to such shortfall amorti- 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1083(c)) is amended by adding zation base is the annual installment deter- at the end the following paragraph: bill minus the emergency extension of mined under the applicable clause for that ‘‘(7) INCREASES IN ALTERNATE REQUIRED IN- unemployment insurance and COBRA. year for that base. STALLMENTS IN CASES OF EXCESS COMPENSA- That would make us consistent with ‘‘(ii) 2 PLUS 7 AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE.—The TION OR EXTRAORDINARY DIVIDENDS OR STOCK the pay-go rules we forced upon our- shortfall amortization installments deter- REDEMPTIONS.— selves—I think appropriately so. But it mined under this clause are— ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—If there is an install- is important that we follow the rules ‘‘(I) in the case of the first 2 plan years in ment acceleration amount with respect to a we set for ourselves. This is one of the the 9-plan-year period beginning with the plan for any plan year in the restriction pe- ways we do it—by paying for these non- election year, interest on the shortfall amor- riod with respect to an election year under tization base of the plan for the election year paragraph (2)(D), then the shortfall amorti- emergency items in the underlying (determined using the effective interest rate zation installment otherwise determined and bill. for the plan for the election year), and payable under such paragraph for such plan That is my argument. That is why I ‘‘(II) in the case of the last 7 plan years in year shall, subject to the limitation under have offered this legislation. I think it such 9-plan-year period, the amounts nec- subparagraph (B), be increased by such is unfortunate the other side has cho- essary to amortize the remaining balance of amount.

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‘‘(B) TOTAL INSTALLMENTS LIMITED TO without regard to any carryover under this ‘‘(vii) INDEXING OF AMOUNT.—In the case of SHORTFALL BASE.—Subject to rules pre- clause) shall be applied first against the lim- any calendar year beginning after 2010, the scribed by the Secretary of the Treasury, if itation under clause (ii) and then carryovers dollar amount under clause (i)(II) shall be in- a shortfall amortization installment with re- to such plan year shall be applied against creased by an amount equal to— spect to any shortfall amortization base for such limitation on a first-in, first-out basis. ‘‘(I) such dollar amount, multiplied by an election year is required to be increased ‘‘(D) EXCESS EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION.—For ‘‘(II) the cost-of-living adjustment deter- for any plan year under subparagraph (A)— purposes of this paragraph— mined under section 1(f)(3) of such Code for ‘‘(i) such increase shall not result in the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘excess em- the calendar year, determined by sub- amount of such installment exceeding the ployee compensation’ means, with respect to stituting ‘calendar year 2009’ for ‘calendar present value of such installment and all any employee for any plan year, the excess year 1992’ in subparagraph (B) thereof. succeeding installments with respect to such (if any) of— If the amount of any increase under clause base (determined without regard to such in- ‘‘(I) the aggregate amount includible in in- (i) is not a multiple of $1,000, such increase crease but after application of clause (ii)), come under chapter 1 of the Internal Rev- shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple and enue Code of 1986 for remuneration during of $1,000. ‘‘(ii) subsequent shortfall amortization in- the calendar year in which such plan year ‘‘(E) EXTRAORDINARY DIVIDENDS AND RE- stallments with respect to such base shall, in begins for services performed by the em- DEMPTIONS.— reverse order of the otherwise required in- ployee for the plan sponsor (whether or not ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The amount determined stallments, be reduced to the extent nec- performed during such calendar year), over under this subparagraph for any plan year is essary to limit the present value of such sub- ‘‘(II) $1,000,000. the excess (if any) of the sum of the divi- sequent shortfall amortization installments ‘‘(ii) AMOUNTS SET ASIDE FOR NONQUALIFIED dends declared during the plan year by the (after application of this paragraph) to the DEFERRED COMPENSATION.—If during any cal- plan sponsor plus the aggregate amount paid present value of the remaining unamortized endar year assets are set aside or reserved for the redemption of stock of the plan spon- shortfall amortization base. (directly or indirectly) in a trust (or other sor redeemed during the plan year over the ‘‘(C) INSTALLMENT ACCELERATION AMOUNT.— arrangement as determined by the Secretary greater of— For purposes of this paragraph— of the Treasury), or transferred to such a ‘‘(I) the adjusted net income (within the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘installment trust or other arrangement, by a plan spon- meaning of section 4043) of the plan sponsor acceleration amount’ means, with respect to sor for purposes of paying deferred com- for the preceding plan year, determined any plan year in a restriction period with re- pensation of an employee under a non- without regard to any reduction by reason of spect to an election year, the sum of— qualified deferred compensation plan (as de- interest, taxes, depreciation, or amortiza- ‘‘(I) the aggregate amount of excess em- fined in section 409A of such Code) of the tion, or ployee compensation determined under sub- plan sponsor, then, for purposes of clause (i), ‘‘(II) in the case of a plan sponsor that de- paragraph (D) with respect to all employees the amount of such assets shall be treated as termined and declared dividends in the same for the plan year, plus remuneration of the employee includible in manner for at least 5 consecutive years im- ‘‘(II) the aggregate amount of extraor- income for the calendar year unless such mediately preceding such plan year, the ag- dinary dividends and redemptions deter- amount is otherwise includible in income for gregate amount of dividends determined and mined under subparagraph (E) for the plan such year. An amount to which the pre- declared for such plan year using such man- year. ceding sentence applies shall not be taken ner. ‘‘(ii) ANNUAL LIMITATION.—The installment into account under this paragraph for any ‘‘(ii) ONLY CERTAIN POST-2009 DIVIDENDS AND acceleration amount for any plan year shall subsequent calendar year. REDEMPTIONS COUNTED.—For purposes of not exceed the excess (if any) of— ‘‘(iii) ONLY REMUNERATION FOR CERTAIN clause (i), there shall only be taken into ac- ‘‘(I) the sum of the shortfall amortization POST-2009 SERVICES COUNTED.—Remuneration count dividends declared, and redemptions installments for the plan year and all pre- shall be taken into account under clause (i) occurring, after February 28, 2010. ceding plan years in the amortization period only to the extent attributable to services ‘‘(iii) EXCEPTION FOR INTRA-GROUP DIVI- elected under paragraph (2)(D) with respect performed by the employee for the plan spon- DENDS.—Dividends paid by one member of a to the shortfall amortization base with re- sor after February 28, 2010. controlled group (as defined in section spect to an election year, determined with- ‘‘(iv) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN EQUITY PAY- 302(d)(3)) to another member of such group out regard to paragraph (2)(D) and this para- MENTS.— shall not be taken into account under clause graph, over ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—There shall not be taken (i). ‘‘(II) the sum of the shortfall amortization into account under clause (i)(I) any amount ‘‘(iv) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN REDEMP- installments for such plan year and all such includible in income with respect to the TIONS.—Redemptions that are made pursuant preceding plan years, determined after appli- granting after February 28, 2010, of service to a plan maintained with respect to employ- cation of paragraph (2)(D) (and in the case of recipient stock (within the meaning of sec- ees, or that are made on account of the any preceding plan year, after application of tion 409A of the Internal Revenue Code of death, disability, or termination of employ- this paragraph). 1986) that, upon such grant, is subject to a ment of an employee or shareholder, shall ‘‘(iii) CARRYOVER OF EXCESS INSTALLMENT substantial risk of forfeiture (as defined not be taken into account under clause (i). ACCELERATION AMOUNTS.— under section 83(c)(1) of such Code) for at ‘‘(v) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN PREFERRED ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—If the installment accel- least 5 years from the date of such grant. STOCK.— eration amount for any plan year (deter- ‘‘(II) SECRETARIAL AUTHORITY.—The Sec- ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—Dividends and redemp- mined without regard to clause (ii)) exceeds retary of the Treasury may by regulation tions with respect to applicable preferred the limitation under clause (ii), then, subject provide for the application of this clause in stock shall not be taken into account under to subclause (II), such excess shall be treated the case of a person other than a corpora- clause (i) to the extent that dividends accrue as an installment acceleration amount with tion. with respect to such stock at a specified rate respect to the succeeding plan year. ‘‘(v) OTHER EXCEPTIONS.—The following in all events and without regard to the plan ‘‘(II) CAP TO APPLY.—If any amount treated amounts includible in income shall not be sponsor’s income, and interest accrues on as an installment acceleration amount under taken into account under clause (i)(I): any unpaid dividends with respect to such subclause (I) or this subclause with respect ‘‘(I) COMMISSIONS.—Any remuneration pay- stock. any succeeding plan year, when added to able on a commission basis solely on account ‘‘(II) APPLICABLE PREFERRED STOCK.—For other installment acceleration amounts (de- of income directly generated by the indi- purposes of subclause (I), the term ‘applica- termined without regard to clause (ii)) with vidual performance of the individual to ble preferred stock’ means preferred stock respect to the plan year, exceeds the limita- whom such remuneration is payable. which was issued before March 1, 2010 (or tion under clause (ii), the portion of such ‘‘(II) CERTAIN PAYMENTS UNDER EXISTING which was issued after such date and is held amount representing such excess shall be CONTRACTS.—Any remuneration consisting of by an employee benefit plan subject to the treated as an installment acceleration nonqualified deferred compensation, re- provisions of this title). amount with respect to the next succeeding stricted stock, stock options, or stock appre- ‘‘(F) OTHER DEFINITIONS AND RULES.—For plan year. ciation rights payable or granted under a purposes of this paragraph— ‘‘(III) LIMITATION ON YEARS TO WHICH written binding contract that was in effect ‘‘(i) PLAN SPONSOR.—The term ‘ plan spon- AMOUNTS CARRIED FOR.—No amount shall be on March 1, 2010, and which was not modified sor’ includes any member of the plan spon- carried under subclause (I) or (II) to a plan in any material respect before such remu- sor’s controlled group (as defined in section year which begins after the first plan year neration is paid. 302(d)(3)). following the last plan year in the restric- ‘‘(vi) SELF-EMPLOYED INDIVIDUAL TREATED ‘‘(ii) RESTRICTION PERIOD.—The term ‘re- tion period (or after the second plan year fol- AS EMPLOYEE.—The term ‘employee’ in- striction period’ means, with respect to any lowing such last plan year in the case of an cludes, with respect to a calendar year, a election year— election year with respect to which 15-year self-employed individual who is treated as an ‘‘(I) except as provided in subclause (II), amortization was elected under paragraph employee under section 401(c) of such Code the 3-year period beginning with the election (2)(D)). for the taxable year ending during such cal- year (or, if later, the first plan year begin- ‘‘(IV) ORDERING RULES.—For purposes of endar year, and the term ‘compensation’ ning after December 31, 2009), and applying subclause (II), installment accelera- shall include earned income of such indi- ‘‘(II) if the plan sponsor elects 15-year am- tion amounts for the plan year (determined vidual with respect to such self-employment. ortization for the shortfall amortization base

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1279 for the election year, the 5-year period begin- riod beginning with the election year (using ‘‘(ii) subsequent shortfall amortization in- ning with the election year (or, if later, the the segment rates under subparagraph (C) for stallments with respect to such base shall, in first plan year beginning after December 31, the election year). reverse order of the otherwise required in- 2009). ‘‘(iv) ELECTION.— stallments, be reduced to the extent nec- ‘‘(iii) ELECTIONS FOR MULTIPLE PLANS.—If a ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The plan sponsor of a essary to limit the present value of such sub- plan sponsor makes elections under para- plan may elect to have this subparagraph sequent shortfall amortization installments graph (2)(D) with respect to 2 or more plans, apply to not more than 2 eligible plan years (after application of this paragraph) to the the Secretary of the Treasury shall provide with respect to the plan, except that in the present value of the remaining unamortized rules for the application of this paragraph to case of a plan described in section 106 of the shortfall amortization base. such plans, including rules for the ratable al- Pension Protection Act of 2006, the plan ‘‘(C) INSTALLMENT ACCELERATION AMOUNT.— location of any installment acceleration sponsor may only elect to have this subpara- For purposes of this paragraph— amount among such plans on the basis of graph apply to a plan year beginning in 2011. ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘installment each plan’s relative reduction in the plan’s ‘‘(II) AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE.—Such elec- acceleration amount’ means, with respect to shortfall amortization installment for the tion shall specify whether the amortization any plan year in a restriction period with re- first plan year in the amortization period de- schedule under clause (ii) or (iii) shall apply spect to an election year, the sum of— scribed in subparagraph (A) (determined to an election year, except that if a plan ‘‘(I) the aggregate amount of excess em- without regard to this paragraph). sponsor elects to have this subparagraph ployee compensation determined under sub- ‘‘(iv) MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS.—The Sec- apply to 2 eligible plan years, the plan spon- paragraph (D) with respect to all employees retary of the Treasury shall prescribe rules sor must elect the same schedule for both for the plan year, plus for the application of paragraph (2)(D) and years. ‘‘(II) the aggregate amount of extraor- this paragraph in any case where there is a ‘‘(III) OTHER RULES.—Such election shall be dinary dividends and redemptions deter- merger or acquisition involving a plan spon- made at such time, and in such form and mined under subparagraph (E) for the plan sor making the election under paragraph manner, as shall be prescribed by the Sec- year. (2)(D).’’. retary, and may be revoked only with the ‘‘(ii) ANNUAL LIMITATION.—The installment (3) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section 303 consent of the Secretary. The Secretary acceleration amount for any plan year shall of such Act (29 U.S.C. 1083) is amended— shall, before granting a revocation request, not exceed the excess (if any) of— (A) in subsection (c)(1), by striking ‘‘the provide the Pension Benefit Guaranty Cor- ‘‘(I) the sum of the shortfall amortization shortfall amortization bases for such plan poration an opportunity to comment on the installments for the plan year and all pre- year and each of the 6 preceding plan years’’ conditions applicable to the treatment of ceding plan years in the amortization period and inserting ‘‘any shortfall amortization any portion of the election year shortfall elected under paragraph (2)(D) with respect base which has not been fully amortized amortization base that remains unamortized to the shortfall amortization base with re- under this subsection’’, and as of the revocation date. spect to an election year, determined with- (B) in subsection (j)(3), by adding at the ‘‘(v) ELIGIBLE PLAN YEAR.—For purposes of out regard to paragraph (2)(D) and this para- end the following: this subparagraph, the term ‘eligible plan graph, over ‘‘(F) QUARTERLY CONTRIBUTIONS NOT TO IN- year’ means any plan year beginning in 2008, ‘‘(II) the sum of the shortfall amortization CLUDE CERTAIN INCREASED CONTRIBUTIONS.— 2009, 2010, or 2011, except that a plan year installments for such plan year and all such Subparagraph (D) shall be applied without shall only be treated as an eligible plan year preceding plan years, determined after appli- regard to any increase under subsection if the due date under subsection (j)(1) for the cation of paragraph (2)(D) (and in the case of (c)(7).’’. payment of the minimum required contribu- any preceding plan year, after application of (b) AMENDMENTS TO INTERNAL REVENUE tion for such plan year occurs on or after the this paragraph). CODE OF 1986.— date of the enactment of this subparagraph. ‘‘(iii) CARRYOVER OF EXCESS INSTALLMENT (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (2) of section ‘‘(vi) REPORTING.—A plan sponsor of a plan ACCELERATION AMOUNTS.— 430(c) is amended by adding at the end the who makes an election under clause (i) ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—If the installment accel- following subparagraph: shall— eration amount for any plan year (deter- ‘‘(D) SPECIAL ELECTION FOR ELIGIBLE PLAN ‘‘(I) give notice of the election to partici- mined without regard to clause (ii)) exceeds YEARS.— pants and beneficiaries of the plan, and the limitation under clause (ii), then, subject ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—If a plan sponsor elects ‘‘(II) inform the Pension Benefit Guaranty to subclause (II), such excess shall be treated to apply this subparagraph with respect to Corporation of such election in such form as an installment acceleration amount with the shortfall amortization base of a plan for and manner as the Director of the Pension respect to the succeeding plan year. any eligible plan year (in this subparagraph Benefit Guaranty Corporation may pre- ‘‘(II) CAP TO APPLY.—If any amount treated and paragraph (7) referred to as an ‘election scribe. as an installment acceleration amount under year’), then, notwithstanding subparagraphs ‘‘(vii) INCREASES IN REQUIRED INSTALLMENTS subclause (I) or this subclause with respect (A) and (B)— IN CERTAIN CASES.—For increases in required any succeeding plan year, when added to ‘‘(I) the shortfall amortization install- contributions in cases of excess compensa- other installment acceleration amounts (de- ments with respect to such base shall be de- tion or extraordinary dividends or stock re- termined without regard to clause (ii)) with termined under clause (ii) or (iii), whichever demptions, see paragraph (7).’’. respect to the plan year, exceeds the limita- is specified in the election, and (2) INCREASES IN REQUIRED CONTRIBUTIONS IF tion under clause (ii), the portion of such ‘‘(II) the shortfall amortization install- EXCESS COMPENSATION PAID.—Section 430(c) is amount representing such excess shall be ment for any plan year in the 9-plan-year pe- amended by adding at the end the following treated as an installment acceleration riod described in clause (ii) or the 15-plan- paragraph: amount with respect to the next succeeding year period described in clause (iii), respec- ‘‘(7) INCREASES IN ALTERNATE REQUIRED IN- plan year. tively, with respect to such shortfall amorti- STALLMENTS IN CASES OF EXCESS COMPENSA- ‘‘(III) LIMITATION ON YEARS TO WHICH zation base is the annual installment deter- TION OR EXTRAORDINARY DIVIDENDS OR STOCK AMOUNTS CARRIED FOR.—No amount shall be mined under the applicable clause for that REDEMPTIONS.— carried under subclause (I) or (II) to a plan year for that base. ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—If there is an install- year which begins after the first plan year ‘‘(ii) 2 PLUS 7 AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE.—The ment acceleration amount with respect to a following the last plan year in the restric- shortfall amortization installments deter- plan for any plan year in the restriction pe- tion period (or after the second plan year fol- mined under this clause are— riod with respect to an election year under lowing such last plan year in the case of an ‘‘(I) in the case of the first 2 plan years in paragraph (2)(D), then the shortfall amorti- election year with respect to which 15-year the 9-plan-year period beginning with the zation installment otherwise determined and amortization was elected under paragraph election year, interest on the shortfall amor- payable under such paragraph for such plan (2)(D)). tization base of the plan for the election year year shall, subject to the limitation under ‘‘(IV) ORDERING RULES.—For purposes of (determined using the effective interest rate subparagraph (B), be increased by such applying subclause (II), installment accelera- for the plan for the election year), and amount. tion amounts for the plan year (determined ‘‘(II) in the case of the last 7 plan years in ‘‘(B) TOTAL INSTALLMENTS LIMITED TO without regard to any carryover under this such 9-plan-year period, the amounts nec- SHORTFALL BASE.—Subject to rules pre- clause) shall be applied first against the lim- essary to amortize the remaining balance of scribed by the Secretary, if a shortfall amor- itation under clause (ii) and then carryovers the shortfall amortization base of the plan tization installment with respect to any to such plan year shall be applied against for the election year in level annual install- shortfall amortization base for an election such limitation on a first-in, first-out basis. ments over such last 7 plan years (using the year is required to be increased for any plan ‘‘(D) EXCESS EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION.—For segment rates under subparagraph (C) for the year under subparagraph (A)— purposes of this paragraph— election year). ‘‘(i) such increase shall not result in the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘excess em- ‘‘(iii) 15-YEAR AMORTIZATION.—The shortfall amount of such installment exceeding the ployee compensation’ means, with respect to amortization installments determined under present value of such installment and all any employee for any plan year, the excess this subparagraph are the amounts necessary succeeding installments with respect to such (if any) of— to amortize the shortfall amortization base base (determined without regard to such in- ‘‘(I) the aggregate amount includible in in- of the plan for the election year in level an- crease but after application of clause (ii)), come under this chapter for remuneration nual installments over the 15-plan-year pe- and during the calendar year in which such plan

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year begins for services performed by the ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The amount determined the amortization period described in sub- employee for the plan sponsor (whether or under this subparagraph for any plan year is paragraph (A) (determined without regard to not performed during such calendar year), the excess (if any) of the sum of the divi- this paragraph). over dends declared during the plan year by the ‘‘(iv) MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS.—The Sec- ‘‘(II) $1,000,000. plan sponsor plus the aggregate amount paid retary shall prescribe rules for the applica- ‘‘(ii) AMOUNTS SET ASIDE FOR NONQUALIFIED for the redemption of stock of the plan spon- tion of paragraph (2)(D) and this paragraph DEFERRED COMPENSATION.—If during any cal- sor redeemed during the plan year over the in any case where there is a merger or acqui- endar year assets are set aside or reserved greater of— sition involving a plan sponsor making the (directly or indirectly) in a trust (or other ‘‘(I) the adjusted net income (within the election under paragraph (2)(D).’’. arrangement as determined by the Sec- meaning of section 4043 of the Employee Re- (3) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section 430 retary), or transferred to such a trust or tirement Income Security Act of 1974) of the is amended— other arrangement, by a plan sponsor for plan sponsor for the preceding plan year, de- (A) in subsection (c)(1), by striking ‘‘the purposes of paying deferred compensation of termined without regard to any reduction by shortfall amortization bases for such plan an employee under a nonqualified deferred reason of interest, taxes, depreciation, or year and each of the 6 preceding plan years’’ compensation plan (as defined in section amortization, or and inserting ‘‘any shortfall amortization 409A) of the plan sponsor, then, for purposes ‘‘(II) in the case of a plan sponsor that de- base which has not been fully amortized of clause (i), the amount of such assets shall termined and declared dividends in the same under this subsection’’, and be treated as remuneration of the employee manner for at least 5 consecutive years im- (B) in subsection (j)(3), by adding at the includible in income for the calendar year mediately preceding such plan year, the ag- end the following: unless such amount is otherwise includible gregate amount of dividends determined and ‘‘(F) QUARTERLY CONTRIBUTIONS NOT TO IN- in income for such year. An amount to which declared for such plan year using such man- CLUDE CERTAIN INCREASED CONTRIBUTIONS.— the preceding sentence applies shall not be ner. Subparagraph (D) shall be applied without taken into account under this paragraph for ‘‘(ii) ONLY CERTAIN POST-2009 DIVIDENDS AND regard to any increase under subsection any subsequent calendar year. REDEMPTIONS COUNTED.—For purposes of (c)(7).’’. ‘‘(iii) ONLY REMUNERATION FOR CERTAIN clause (i), there shall only be taken into ac- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments POST-2009 SERVICES COUNTED.—Remuneration count dividends declared, and redemptions made by this section shall apply to plan shall be taken into account under clause (i) occurring, after February 28, 2010. years beginning after December 31, 2007. only to the extent attributable to services ‘‘(iii) EXCEPTION FOR INTRA-GROUP DIVI- SEC. 302. APPLICATION OF EXTENDED AMORTI- performed by the employee for the plan spon- DENDS.—Dividends paid by one member of a ZATION PERIOD TO PLANS SUBJECT sor after February 28, 2010. controlled group (as defined in section TO PRIOR LAW FUNDING RULES. 412(d)(3)) to another member of such group ‘‘(iv) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN EQUITY PAY- (a) IN GENERAL.—Title I of the Pension shall not be taken into account under clause MENTS.— Protection Act of 2006 is amended by redesig- (i). ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—There shall not be taken nating section 107 as section 108 and by in- into account under clause (i)(I) any amount ‘‘(iv) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN REDEMP- serting the following after section 106: includible in income with respect to the TIONS.—Redemptions that are made pursuant ‘‘SEC. 107. APPLICATION OF EXTENDED AMORTI- to a plan maintained with respect to employ- granting after February 28, 2010, of service ZATION PERIODS TO PLANS WITH ees, or that are made on account of the DELAYED EFFECTIVE DATE. recipient stock (within the meaning of sec- death, disability, or termination of employ- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—If the plan sponsor of a tion 409A) that, upon such grant, is subject ment of an employee or shareholder, shall plan to which section 104, 105, or 106 of this to a substantial risk of forfeiture (as defined not be taken into account under clause (i). Act applies elects to have this section apply under section 83(c)(1)) for at least 5 years ‘‘(v) EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN PREFERRED for any eligible plan year (in this section re- from the date of such grant. STOCK.— ferred to as an ‘election year’), section 302 of ‘‘(II) SECRETARIAL AUTHORITY.—The Sec- ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—Dividends and redemp- the Employee Retirement Income Security retary may by regulation provide for the ap- tions with respect to applicable preferred Act of 1974 and section 412 of the Internal plication of this clause in the case of a per- stock shall not be taken into account under Revenue Code of 1986 (as in effect before the son other than a corporation. clause (i) to the extent that dividends accrue amendments made by this subtitle and sub- ‘‘(v) OTHER EXCEPTIONS.—The following with respect to such stock at a specified rate title B) shall apply to such year in the man- amounts includible in income shall not be in all events and without regard to the plan ner described in subsection (b) or (c), which- taken into account under clause (i)(I): sponsor’s income, and interest accrues on ever is specified in the election. All ref- ‘‘(I) COMMISSIONS.—Any remuneration pay- any unpaid dividends with respect to such erences in this section to ‘such Act’ or ‘such able on a commission basis solely on account stock. Code’ shall be to such Act or such Code as in of income directly generated by the indi- ‘‘(II) APPLICABLE PREFERRED STOCK.—For effect before the amendments made by this vidual performance of the individual to purposes of subclause (I), the term ‘applica- subtitle and subtitle B. whom such remuneration is payable. ble preferred stock’ means preferred stock ‘‘(b) APPLICATION OF 2 AND 7 RULE.—In the ‘‘(II) CERTAIN PAYMENTS UNDER EXISTING which was issued before March 1, 2010 (or case of an election year to which this sub- CONTRACTS.—Any remuneration consisting of which was issued after such date and is held section applies— nonqualified deferred compensation, re- by an employee benefit plan subject to the ‘‘(1) 2-YEAR LOOKBACK FOR DETERMINING stricted stock, stock options, or stock appre- provisions of title I of Employee Retirement DEFICIT REDUCTION CONTRIBUTIONS FOR CER- ciation rights payable or granted under a Income Security Act of 1974). TAIN PLANS.—For purposes of applying sec- written binding contract that was in effect ‘‘(F) OTHER DEFINITIONS AND RULES.—For tion 302(d)(9) of such Act and section 412(l)(9) on March 1, 2010, and which was not modified purposes of this paragraph— of such Code, the funded current liability in any material respect before such remu- ‘‘(i) PLAN SPONSOR.—The term ‘ plan spon- percentage (as defined in subparagraph (C) neration is paid. sor’ includes any member of the plan spon- thereof) for such plan for such plan year ‘‘(vi) SELF-EMPLOYED INDIVIDUAL TREATED sor’s controlled group (as defined in section shall be such funded current liability per- AS EMPLOYEE.—The term ‘employee’ in- 412(d)(3)). centage of such plan for the second plan year cludes, with respect to a calendar year, a ‘‘(ii) RESTRICTION PERIOD.—The term ‘re- preceding the first election year of such self-employed individual who is treated as an striction period’ means, with respect to any plan. employee under section 401(c) for the taxable election year— ‘‘(2) CALCULATION OF DEFICIT REDUCTION year ending during such calendar year, and ‘‘(I) except as provided in subclause (II), CONTRIBUTION.—For purposes of applying sec- the term ‘compensation’ shall include earned the 3-year period beginning with the election tion 302(d) of such Act and section 412(l) of income of such individual with respect to year (or, if later, the first plan year begin- such Code to a plan to which such sections such self-employment. ning after December 31, 2009), and apply (after taking into account paragraph ‘‘(vii) INDEXING OF AMOUNT.—In the case of ‘‘(II) if the plan sponsor elects 15-year am- (1))— any calendar year beginning after 2010, the ortization for the shortfall amortization base ‘‘(A) in the case of the increased unfunded dollar amount under clause (i)(II) shall be in- for the election year, the 5-year period begin- new liability of the plan, the applicable per- creased by an amount equal to— ning with the election year (or, if later, the centage described in section 302(d)(4)(C) of ‘‘(I) such dollar amount, multiplied by first plan year beginning after December 31, such Act and section 412(l)(4)(C) of such Code ‘‘(II) the cost-of-living adjustment deter- 2009). shall be the third segment rate described in mined under section 1(f)(3) for the calendar ‘‘(iii) ELECTIONS FOR MULTIPLE PLANS.—If a sections 104(b), 105(b), and 106(b) of this Act, year, determined by substituting ‘calendar plan sponsor makes elections under para- and year 2009’ for ‘calendar year 1992’ in subpara- graph (2)(D) with respect to 2 or more plans, ‘‘(B) in the case of the excess of the un- graph (B) thereof. the Secretary shall provide rules for the ap- funded new liability over the increased un- If the amount of any increase under clause plication of this paragraph to such plans, in- funded new liability, such applicable per- (i) is not a multiple of $1,000, such increase cluding rules for the ratable allocation of centage shall be determined without regard shall be rounded to the next lowest multiple any installment acceleration amount among to this section. of $1,000. such plans on the basis of each plan’s rel- ‘‘(c) APPLICATION OF 15-YEAR AMORTIZA- ‘‘(E) EXTRAORDINARY DIVIDENDS AND RE- ative reduction in the plan’s shortfall amor- TION.—In the case of an election year to DEMPTIONS.— tization installment for the first plan year in which this subsection applies, for purposes of

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Any such elec- applying such paragraph to a payment centage shall be determined without regard tion shall be made at such time, and in such which, as determined under rules prescribed to this section. form and manner, as shall be prescribed by by the Secretary, is a payment under a so- ‘‘(d) ELECTION.— the Secretary of the Treasury, and may be cial security leveling option which acceler- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The plan sponsor of a revoked only with the consent of the Sec- ates payments under the plan before, and re- plan may elect to have this section apply to retary of the Treasury. duces payments after, a participant starts not more than 2 eligible plan years with re- receiving social security benefits in order to spect to the plan, except that in the case of SEC. 303. LOOKBACK FOR CERTAIN BENEFIT RE- STRICTIONS. provide substantially similar aggregate pay- a plan to which section 106 of this Act ap- ments both before and after such benefits are plies, the plan sponsor may only elect to (a) IN GENERAL.— received, and have this section apply to 1 eligible plan (1) AMENDMENT TO ERISA.—Section 206(g)(9) ‘‘(ii) subsection (e).’’. year. of the Employee Retirement Income Secu- (b) INTERACTION WITH WRERA RULE.—Sec- ‘‘(2) AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE.—Such elec- rity Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the tion 203 of the Worker, Retiree, and Em- tion shall specify whether the rules under end the following: ployer Recovery Act of 2008 shall apply to a subsection (b) or (c) shall apply to an elec- ‘‘(D) SPECIAL RULE FOR CERTAIN YEARS.— plan for any plan year in lieu of the amend- tion year, except that if a plan sponsor elects Solely for purposes of any applicable provi- ments made by this section applying to sec- to have this section apply to 2 eligible plan sion— tions 206(g)(4) of the Employee Retirement years, the plan sponsor must elect the same ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For plan years beginning Income Security Act of 1974 and 436(e) of the rule for both years. on or after October 1, 2008, and before Octo- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 only to the ex- ‘‘(3) OTHER RULES.—Such election shall be ber 1, 2010, the adjusted funding target at- tent that such section produces a higher ad- made at such time, and in such form and tainment percentage of a plan shall be the justed funding target attainment percentage manner, as shall be prescribed by the Sec- greater of— for such plan for such year. retary of the Treasury, and may be revoked ‘‘(I) such percentage, as determined with- only with the consent of the Secretary of the out regard to this subparagraph, or (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.— Treasury. ‘‘(II) the adjusted funding target attain- (1) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in ‘‘(e) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- ment percentage for such plan for the plan paragraph (2), the amendments made by this tion— year beginning after October 1, 2007, and be- section shall apply to plan years beginning ‘‘(1) ELIGIBLE PLAN YEAR.—For purposes of fore October 1, 2008, as determined under on or after October 1, 2008. this subparagraph, the term ‘eligible plan rules prescribed by the Secretary of the (2) SPECIAL RULE.—In the case of a plan for year’ means any plan year beginning in 2008, Treasury. which the valuation date is not the first day 2009, 2010, or 2011, except that a plan year be- ‘‘(ii) SPECIAL RULE.—In the case of a plan of the plan year, the amendments made by ginning in 2008 shall only be treated as an el- for which the valuation date is not the first this section shall apply to plan years begin- igible plan year if the due date for the pay- day of the plan year— ning after December 31, 2007. ment of the minimum required contribution ‘‘(I) clause (i) shall apply to plan years be- SEC. 304. LOOKBACK FOR CREDIT BALANCE for such plan year occurs on or after the date ginning after December 31, 2007, and before RULE FOR PLANS MAINTAINED BY of the enactment of this clause. January 1, 2010, and CHARITIES. ‘‘(2) PRE-EFFECTIVE DATE PLAN YEAR.—The ‘‘(II) clause (i)(II) shall apply based on the (a) AMENDMENT TO ERISA.—Paragraph (3) of term ‘pre-effective date plan year’ means, last plan year beginning before November 1, section 303(f) of the Employee Retirement with respect to a plan, any plan year prior to 2007, as determined under rules prescribed by Income Security Act of 1974 is amended by the first year in which the amendments the Secretary of the Treasury. adding the following at the end thereof: made by this subtitle and subtitle B apply to ‘‘(iii) APPLICABLE PROVISION.—For purposes ‘‘(D) SPECIAL RULE FOR CERTAIN YEARS OF the plan. of this subparagraph, the term ‘applicable PLANS MAINTAINED BY CHARITIES.— ‘‘(3) INCREASED UNFUNDED NEW LIABILITY.— provision’ means— ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of applying The term ‘increased unfunded new liability’ ‘‘(I) paragraph (3), but only for purposes of subparagraph (C) for plan years beginning means, with respect to a year, the excess (if applying such paragraph to a payment after August 31, 2009, and before September 1, any) of the unfunded new liability over the which, as determined under rules prescribed 2011, the ratio determined under such sub- amount of unfunded new liability deter- by the Secretary of the Treasury, is a pay- paragraph for the preceding plan year shall mined as if the value of the plan’s assets de- ment under a social security leveling option be the greater of— termined under subsection 302(c)(2) of such which accelerates payments under the plan ‘‘(I) such ratio, as determined without re- Act and section 412(c)(2) of such Code equaled before, and reduces payments after, a partic- gard to this subparagraph, or the product of the current liability of the ipant starts receiving social security bene- ‘‘(II) the ratio for such plan for the plan plan for the year multiplied by the funded fits in order to provide substantially similar year beginning after August 31, 2007, and be- current liability percentage (as defined in aggregate payments both before and after fore September 1, 2008, as determined under section 302(d)(8)(B) of such Act and such benefits are received, and rules prescribed by the Secretary of the 412(l)(8)(B) of such Code) of the plan for the ‘‘(II) paragraph (4).’’. Treasury. second plan year preceding the first election (2) AMENDMENT TO INTERNAL REVENUE CODE ‘‘(ii) SPECIAL RULE.—In the case of a plan year of such plan. OF 1986.—Section 436(j) of the Internal Rev- for which the valuation date is not the first ‘‘(4) OTHER DEFINITIONS.—The terms ‘un- enue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at day of the plan year— funded new liability’ and ‘current liability’ the end the following: ‘‘(I) clause (i) shall apply to plan years be- shall have the meanings set forth in section ‘‘(3) SPECIAL RULE FOR CERTAIN YEARS.— ginning after December 31, 2008, and before 302(d) of such Act and section 412(l) of such Solely for purposes of any applicable provi- January 1, 2011, and Code.’’. sion— ‘‘(II) clause (i)(II) shall apply based on the (b) ELIGIBLE CHARITY PLANS.—Section 104 ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For plan years begin- last plan year beginning before September 1, of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 is ning on or after October 1, 2008, and before 2007, as determined under rules prescribed by amended— October 1, 2010, the adjusted funding target the Secretary of the Treasury. (1) by striking ‘‘eligible cooperative plan’’ attainment percentage of a plan shall be the ‘‘(iii) LIMITATION TO CHARITIES.—This sub- wherever it appears in subsections (a) and (b) greater of— paragraph shall not apply to any plan unless and inserting ‘‘eligible cooperative plan or ‘‘(i) such percentage, as determined with- such plan is maintained exclusively by one an eligible charity plan’’, and out regard to this paragraph, or or more organizations described in section

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501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of ‘‘(iii) NET INVESTMENT LOSSES.—For pur- enue Code of 1986 or to comply with other ap- 1986.’’. poses of this subparagraph— plicable law. (b) AMENDMENT TO INTERNAL REVENUE CODE ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—Net investment losses ‘‘(E) REPORTING.—A plan sponsor of a plan OF 1986.—Paragraph (3) of section 430(f) of the shall be determined in the manner prescribed to which this paragraph applies shall— Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by by the Secretary of the Treasury on the basis ‘‘(i) give notice of such application to par- adding the following at the end thereof: of the difference between actual and ex- ticipants and beneficiaries of the plan, and ‘‘(D) SPECIAL RULE FOR CERTAIN YEARS OF pected returns (including any difference at- ‘‘(ii) inform the Pension Benefit Guaranty PLANS MAINTAINED BY CHARITIES.— tributable to any criminally fraudulent in- Corporation of such application in such form ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of applying vestment arrangement). and manner as the Director of the Pension subparagraph (C) for plan years beginning ‘‘(II) CRIMINALLY FRAUDULENT INVESTMENT Benefit Guaranty Corporation may pre- after August 31, 2009, and before September 1, ARRANGEMENTS.—The determination as to scribe.’’. 2011, the ratio determined under such sub- whether an arrangement is a criminally (2) AMENDMENT TO INTERNAL REVENUE CODE paragraph for the preceding plan year of a fraudulent investment arrangement shall be OF 1986.—Section 431(b) is amended by adding plan shall be the greater of— made under rules substantially similar to at the end the following new paragraph: ‘‘(I) such ratio, as determined without re- the rules prescribed by the Secretary of the ‘‘(8) SPECIAL RELIEF RULES.—Notwith- gard to this subsection, or Treasury for purposes of section 165 of the standing any other provision of this sub- ‘‘(II) the ratio for such plan for the plan Internal Revenue Code of 1986. section— ‘‘(A) AMORTIZATION OF NET INVESTMENT year beginning after August 31, 2007 and be- ‘‘(B) EXPANDED SMOOTHING PERIOD.— LOSSES.— fore September 1, 2008, as determined under ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—A multiemployer plan ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—A multiemployer plan rules prescribed by the Secretary. with respect to which the solvency test with respect to which the solvency test ‘‘(ii) SPECIAL RULE.—In the case of a plan under subparagraph (C) is met may change under subparagraph (C) is met may treat the for which the valuation date is not the first its asset valuation method in a manner portion of any experience loss or gain attrib- day of the plan year— which— utable to net investment losses incurred in ‘‘(I) clause (i) shall apply to plan years be- ‘‘(I) spreads the difference between ex- either or both of the first two plan years ginning after December 31, 2007, and before pected and actual returns for either or both January 1, 2010, and ending after August 31, 2008, as an item sepa- of the first 2 plan years ending after August rate from other experience losses, to be am- ‘‘(II) clause (i)(II) shall apply based on the 31, 2008, over a period of not more than 10 last plan year beginning before September 1, ortized in equal annual installments (until years, fully amortized) over the period— 2007, as determined under rules prescribed by ‘‘(II) provides that for either or both of the the Secretary. ‘‘(I) beginning with the plan year in which first 2 plan years ending after August 31, such portion is first recognized in the actu- ‘‘(iii) LIMITATION TO CHARITIES.—This sub- 2008, the value of plan assets at any time paragraph shall not apply to any plan unless arial value of assets, and shall not be less than 80 percent or greater ‘‘(II) ending with the last plan year in the such plan is maintained exclusively by one than 130 percent of the fair market value of or more organizations described in section 30-plan year period beginning with the plan such assets at such time, or year in which such net investment loss was 501(c)(3).’’. ‘‘(III) makes both changes described in sub- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.— incurred. clauses (I) and (II) to such method. ‘‘(ii) COORDINATION WITH EXTENSIONS.—If (1) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in ‘‘(ii) ASSET VALUATION METHODS.—If this paragraph (2), the amendments made by this this subparagraph applies for any plan year— subparagraph applies for any plan year— ‘‘(I) no extension of the amortization pe- section shall apply to plan years beginning ‘‘(I) the Secretary of the Treasury shall after August 31, 2009. riod under clause (i) shall be allowed under not treat the asset valuation method of the subsection (d), and (2) SPECIAL RULE.—In the case of a plan for plan as unreasonable solely because of the which the valuation date is not the first day ‘‘(II) if an extension was granted under changes in such method described in clause subsection (d) for any plan year before the of the plan year, the amendments made by (i), and this section shall apply to plan years begin- election to have this subparagraph apply to ‘‘(II) such changes shall be deemed ap- the plan year, such extension shall not result ning after December 31, 2008. proved by such Secretary under section in such amortization period exceeding 30 Subtitle B—Multiemployer Plans 302(d)(1) and section 412(d)(1) of such Code. years. SEC. 311. ADJUSTMENTS TO FUNDING STANDARD ‘‘(iii) AMORTIZATION OF REDUCTION IN UN- ‘‘(iii) NET INVESTMENT LOSSES.—For pur- ACCOUNT RULES. FUNDED ACCRUED LIABILITY.—If this subpara- poses of this subparagraph— (a) ADJUSTMENTS.— graph and subparagraph (A) both apply for ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—Net investment losses (1) AMENDMENT TO ERISA.—Section 304(b) of any plan year, the plan shall treat any re- shall be determined in the manner prescribed the Employee Retirement Income Security duction in unfunded accrued liability result- by the Secretary on the basis of the dif- Act of 1974 (29 U.S.C. 1084(b)) is amended by ing from the application of this subpara- ference between actual and expected returns adding at the end the following new para- graph as a separate experience amortization (including any difference attributable to any graph: base, to be amortized in equal annual install- criminally fraudulent investment arrange- ‘‘(8) SPECIAL RELIEF RULES.—Notwith- ments (until fully amortized) over a period ment). standing any other provision of this sub- of 30 plan years rather than the period such ‘‘(II) CRIMINALLY FRAUDULENT INVESTMENT section— liability would otherwise be amortized over. ARRANGEMENTS.—The determination as to ‘‘(A) AMORTIZATION OF NET INVESTMENT ‘‘(C) SOLVENCY TEST.—The solvency test whether an arrangement is a criminally LOSSES.— under this paragraph is met only if the plan fraudulent investment arrangement shall be ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—A multiemployer plan actuary certifies that the plan is projected made under rules substantially similar to with respect to which the solvency test to have sufficient assets to timely pay ex- the rules prescribed by the Secretary for pur- under subparagraph (C) is met may treat the pected benefits and anticipated expenditures poses of section 165. portion of any experience loss or gain attrib- over the amortization period, taking into ac- ‘‘(B) EXPANDED SMOOTHING PERIOD.— utable to net investment losses incurred in count the changes in the funding standard ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—A multiemployer plan either or both of the first two plan years account under this paragraph. with respect to which the solvency test ending after August 31, 2008, as an item sepa- ‘‘(D) RESTRICTION ON BENEFIT INCREASES.— under subparagraph (C) is met may change rate from other experience losses, to be am- If subparagraph (A) or (B) apply to a multi- its asset valuation method in a manner ortized in equal annual installments (until employer plan for any plan year, then, in ad- which— fully amortized) over the period— dition to any other applicable restrictions on ‘‘(I) spreads the difference between ex- ‘‘(I) beginning with the plan year in which benefit increases, a plan amendment increas- pected and actual returns for either or both such portion is first recognized in the actu- ing benefits may not go into effect during ei- of the first 2 plan years ending after August arial value of assets, and ther of the 2 plan years immediately fol- 31, 2008, over a period of not more than 10 ‘‘(II) ending with the last plan year in the lowing such plan year unless— years, 30-plan year period beginning with the plan ‘‘(i) the plan actuary certifies that— ‘‘(II) provides that for either or both of the year in which such net investment loss was ‘‘(I) any such increase is paid for out of ad- first 2 plan years ending after August 31, incurred. ditional contributions not allocated to the 2008, the value of plan assets at any time ‘‘(ii) COORDINATION WITH EXTENSIONS.—If plan immediately before the application of shall not be less than 80 percent or greater this subparagraph applies for any plan year— this paragraph to the plan, and than 130 percent of the fair market value of ‘‘(I) no extension of the amortization pe- ‘‘(II) the plan’s funded percentage and pro- such assets at such time, or riod under clause (i) shall be allowed under jected credit balances for such 2 plan years ‘‘(III) makes both changes described in sub- subsection (d), and are reasonably expected to be at least as clauses (I) and (II) to such method. ‘‘(II) if an extension was granted under high as such percentage and balances would ‘‘(ii) ASSET VALUATION METHODS.—If this subsection (d) for any plan year before the have been if the benefit increase had not subparagraph applies for any plan year— election to have this subparagraph apply to been adopted, or ‘‘(I) the Secretary shall not treat the asset the plan year, such extension shall not result ‘‘(ii) the amendment is required as a condi- valuation method of the plan as unreason- in such amortization period exceeding 30 tion of qualification under part I of sub- able solely because of the changes in such years. chapter D of chapter 1 of the Internal Rev- method described in clause (i), and

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Al- graph and subparagraph (A) both apply for though we see some promising signs— leagues is protected because we have a system that, yes, is a public option, any plan year, the plan shall treat any re- for example, in my State of California where the rules are made by the Fed- duction in unfunded accrued liability result- it turns out that last month 32,000 new eral Employees Health Benefits Pro- ing from the application of this subpara- jobs were created—we still are not graph as a separate experience amortization gram and people can’t mistreat us. But moving quickly enough on the jobs base, to be amortized in equal annual install- for some reason, my colleagues on the ments (until fully amortized) over a period front. That is why I am particularly other side of the aisle don’t seem to be- of 30 plan years rather than the period such pleased that Leader REID is focused on lieve it is fair to give that kind of pro- liability would otherwise be amortized over. jobs, jobs, jobs, and we are going to fin- tection to ordinary families, so they ‘‘(C) SOLVENCY TEST.—The solvency test ish, hopefully, the bill that is before us under this paragraph is met only if the plan are scaring people to death. which is very critical to jobs. So let me say again: If there is any- actuary certifies that the plan is projected Then we are going to move on to the to have sufficient assets to timely pay ex- thing to be afraid of, it is doing noth- pected benefits and anticipated expenditures FAA reauthorization—the Federal ing because you could be one of the over the amortization period, taking into ac- Aviation Administration reauthoriza- 14,000 people—in my State about 1,400— count the changes in the funding standard tion—which is going to create 160,000 who every day lose their insurance. Or, account under this paragraph. new jobs as we modernize our Nation’s Mr. President, you could be one of the ‘‘(D) RESTRICTION ON BENEFIT INCREASES.— airports. After that, we are going to people who goes bankrupt because of a If subparagraph (A) or (B) apply to a multi- stop for a brief moment and take up employer plan for any plan year, then, in ad- health care crisis. Sixty-two percent of the HIRE Act that we passed over here, bankruptcies in America today are di- dition to any other applicable restrictions on and it has been passed in the House benefit increases, a plan amendment increas- rectly linked to a health care crisis and ing benefits may not go into effect during ei- with a couple of pay-go changes. That most of those people have insurance. I ther of the 2 plan years immediately fol- will extend the highway trust fund repeat: Most of those people have in- lowing such plan year unless— until the end of this year and will save surance. ‘‘(i) the plan actuary certifies that— 1 million jobs. I read a little story—I don’t know if ‘‘(I) any such increase is paid for out of ad- Mr. President, we can’t play politics it is true—that Sarah Palin, the former ditional contributions not allocated to the with the highway trust fund. The Na- Republican Vice Presidential nominee, plan immediately before the application of tion needs us to build our highways, this paragraph to the plan, and said when she was young her family ‘‘(II) the plan’s funded percentage and pro- our bridges, and our roads. So we are went to Canada to get their health jected credit balances for such 2 plan years doing the right thing. care. I don’t know if it is true, but I are reasonably expected to be at least as There is one piece of unfinished busi- find it interesting if it is true. But here high as such percentage and balances would ness that is directly related to our is the point: Doing nothing is not an have been if the benefit increase had not economy. There is no question that option. been adopted, or health care is directly related to our Let me tell you what is happening. In ‘‘(ii) the amendment is required as a condi- economy, and we need to fix a health California, a company—Anthem Insur- tion of qualification under part I of sub- care system that is broken. ance—has increased rates in the indi- chapter D or to comply with other applicable Now, I have listened to my Repub- law. vidual market by—hold on to your ‘‘(E) REPORTING.—A plan sponsor of a plan lican friends on this for a very long hat—29 percent. Imagine, 29 percent in to which this paragraph applies shall— time, and they have a message for the one clip. This leads me to a study that ‘‘(i) give notice of such application to par- American people. I would like to distill was done by a nonpartisan group. That ticipants and beneficiaries of the plan, and that message. study showed what happens if we do ‘‘(ii) inform the Pension Benefit Guaranty That message is, when it comes to nothing—which is, in fact, my Repub- Corporation of such application in such form health care reform, when it comes to lican friends’ idea because they say and manner as the Director of the Pension fixing the health care system, be start over. Well, we started this under Benefit Guaranty Corporation may pre- afraid. Be very afraid. scribe.’’. Teddy Roosevelt. It is time we acted. (b) EFFECTIVE DATES.— Mr. President, that is not the Amer- But this nonpartisan group said if we (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendments made by ican way. When there is a challenge in do nothing, the average cost of insur- this section shall take effect as of the first front of us, we act. We don’t cower in ance would be 45 percent of a family’s day of the first plan year ending after Au- the corner in fear. I think it is impor- income by 2016. Imagine that. Yet my gust 31, 2008, except that any election a plan tant to note that if one were to be colleagues on the other side say: Well, makes pursuant to this section that affects afraid, it should not be of fixing the if you go with the President’s bill and the plan’s funding standard account for the system—which, in our mind, means if first plan year ending after August 31, 2008, the Democrats’ bill, insurance rates shall be disregarded for purposes of applying you like your health insurance, you will go up. the provisions of section 305 of the Employee can keep it, and we are going to make The fact is, rates would not go up as Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and sure that it is affordable and that more much if you have the same policy. If section 432 of the Internal Revenue Code of people can obtain it. If there is one you have a better policy, they may go 1986 to such plan year. thing to be fearful of, it is doing noth- up a little over time, but they are (2) RESTRICTIONS ON BENEFIT INCREASES.— ing. It is the status quo. never going to be—never, never, Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the restric- Let me explain why. Every day in never—45 percent of your income. tions on plan amendments increasing bene- America 14,000 people lose their health There are two reasons for that: No. 1, fits in sections 304(b)(8)(D) of such Act and insurance. That could be any one of us, 431(b)(8)(D) of such Code, as added by this we are going to watch insurance com- section, shall take effect on the date of en- for any of a number of reasons. We panies like a hawk, and that is the actment of this Act. might lose our job, or our spouse might right thing to do. They are not selling Mr. ISAKSON. I suggest the absence lose their job, and that means we can’t us something that is a luxury. They are of a quorum. have health insurance anymore. selling us a product that is a matter of The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- An insurance company can rescind life or death, and we ought to look over pore. The clerk will call the roll. your policy. They can walk away and their shoulder a little more to make The legislative clerk proceeded to say: Oh, by the way, 10 years ago when sure they are fair. So that is one rea- call the roll. you signed up, you didn’t mention that son. Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask you had one blood test that was a little The other reason is, we are going to unanimous consent that the order for awry and, therefore, we are walking help people—the middle class—families the quorum call be rescinded. away from you. making up to $88,000 a year. We are The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- You may have a cap on your policy going to make sure you get tax credits pore. Without objection, it is so or- and reach that cap, because you didn’t to help you pay for your premiums. dered. read the fine print and so you are out; That is a big deal. That is a good thing.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1284 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 So, remember, when the Republicans If you have a preexisting condition plans. I remember my husband and I say: Be very afraid, don’t be very afraid and you are an adult, and you can’t get once had a plan that had a cap. We of reform, be very afraid of doing noth- insurance, you can join a high-risk didn’t even know it, but somebody ing. That is a reason to be very afraid. pool and get insurance very soon— warned us and we realized it was a bad Then my Republican friends will say: within 90 days. If you run a small busi- plan and there was a cap. I forget the They didn’t take any of our ideas. Well, ness that is struggling to find afford- amount, but it wasn’t that high. it turns out when the bill was being able health insurance, or you are self- Also, you will be protected from your written in the Senate, well over 100 employed—and I have spoken to so insurance company walking away from amendments—I think it was 160 amend- many people in that situation in Cali- you. No more rescissions in all new ments—of the Republicans were incor- fornia—there will be many billions of plans. There are other benefits to retir- porated into the work of the HELP dollars for small business and self-em- ees. In 2014, we will have these ex- Committee. Oh, that is not good ployed people in tax credits to help changes, and you will be able to shop enough for them. We took 160 of their them get insurance. for the best insurance in an exchange ideas, why can’t they take an equal The President has also proposed in- online. It will be very clear. amount of our ideas? Why can’t we creasing funding for community health So we are moving in the right direc- work together, come to the table centers by $11 billion so they can pro- tion, Mr. President. At the end of the across party lines? It doesn’t work that vide affordable, high-quality care to day, by the way, this bill saves money. way. even more families in need. Not only is it deficit neutral, it helps Then the President had them up for, There will be no preexisting condi- the deficit. Why? Because we take the I thought, a very instructive meeting, tions for children. If you have a child fraud, waste, and abuse out of the sys- and the President took three or four who has a preexisting condition, they tem. more very big ideas of the Repub- still can get insured. I think about the My message to the people of this licans—dealing with HSAs, dealing story HARRY REID told about the cou- great country is, don’t listen to the with medical malpractice, dealing with ple who had full insurance, and the fear mongering. Learn the facts. Un- selling insurance across State lines, woman gave birth to a baby and the derstand how life will be better if we and a couple of other things. Yet they baby had a cleft palate. The couple was move forward with this reform—but still say: It is not enough. distraught, but the doctor said: Don’t not in 3 years, right away. I think if we Then they say: Be very afraid, peo- worry. We can fix that baby right up do that, and we realize we are going to ple. Be very afraid because the Senate and no one is going to know there was do it in a way that actually reduces the might do this with a majority vote. a problem. deficit, there should be strong support Well, I would suggest that all of us are So they wrote to their insurance for this bill. here because we won a majority vote. I company. You know what their insur- I hope we will be able to get to that don’t hear any of my colleagues sug- ance company said, even though they day as we focus on getting this country gesting we need 60 percent of the vote gave full coverage to that pregnant on track: jobs, jobs, jobs. We also fix to win. We are here. woman. They said: Your baby has a this problem of unaffordable health I support minority rights very preexisting condition. You are out of care, tenuous health care. It has to be- strongly, but there is a point where luck. come something we can count on. something turns and it becomes ob- Mr. President, that is morally rep- I yield the floor and suggest absence struction. I can’t look into the faces of rehensible. So if you want to be scared of a quorum. any of my constituents who are having about something—and I don’t believe The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. all of these problems and tell them: I in being scared about anything—be UDALL of New Mexico). The clerk will am sorry, I couldn’t do anything even scared about the status quo. Be scared call the roll. though we had a majority in the Sen- about what your insurers could do to The assistant legislative clerk pro- ate. you in today’s world. ceeded to call the roll. So they are scaring people about What else will happen with this bill? Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I ask using a procedure they have used over Well, prevention is pretty much free. unanimous consent the order for the the years. Out of 22 times, they have As soon as this bill is signed into law, quorum call be rescinded. used the reconciliation procedure re- you get to go to your doctor and get The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without quiring a majority vote 16 times. I need preventive treatment pretty much for objection, it is so ordered. to say that again. My Republican free. friends, who abhor the use of a major- If you are a senior and you are on a f ity rule, used it 16 times out of the 22 prescription drug plan, we are going to CONCLUSION OF MORNING times it was used, and mostly it was close that gap—that payment gap BUSINESS used for health care. where you get to a certain level and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning Then they say: Oh, no; when we used then your insurance company stops business is closed. it, it was for much smaller things. paying until you reach yet another Well, no, I checked it out. The whole level. This creates the situation where f Reagan revolution was done by rec- at the time you need your medicine the TAX EXTENDERS ACT OF 2009 onciliation—all the Bush tax cuts, most, it is not there for you. We are health care and all. So the very slip- going to close that doughnut hole. By The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under pery slope of their argument, whatever the way, that impacts 794,000 Califor- the previous order, the Senate will re- the argument of the day is, at the end nians. The President wants to give sume consideration of H.R. 4213 which of the day it is about scaring people. It about $250 to help our seniors who fall the clerk will report. is all about scaring people. into that doughnut hole right away. The assistant legislative clerk read So I am going to close with this. I am Also, there will be insurance reform. as follows: going to talk about the 8 or 10 things The minute this bill is signed into law, A bill (H.R. 4213), to amend the Internal that happened within 6 months to a an insurance company must use 80 per- Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expir- year that this bill was signed into cent of their income on you—on the ing provisions, and for other purposes. law—real things. For all new policies, people who have insurance—not on Pending: you can keep your child on your policy them, not putting it in their pockets, Baucus amendment No. 3336, in the nature until he or she is 27 years of age—27 not on these outrageous bonuses and of a substitute. years of age. I know a lot of people paying their people millions of dollars. Reid (for Murray-Kerry) further modified whose kids have been thrown off their So 80 to 85 percent will have to go into amendment No. 3356 (to amendment No. policy. They may have had asthma, for 3336), to extend the TANF Emergency Fund the business of helping their people by through fiscal year 2011 and to provide fund- example, and the insurance company expanding coverage or lowering pre- ing for summer employment for youth. says they have a preexisting condition miums. Coburn amendment No. 3358 (to amend- and so they can get no insurance. We There are a couple more things that ment No. 3336), to require the Senate to be fix that in this bill. will kick in—no more caps on new transparent with taxpayers about spending.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1285 Baucus (for Webb-Boxer) amendment No. ate to create a new Web site that clear- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- 3342 to (amendment No. 3336), to amend the ly provides information from the Con- ator from Oklahoma. Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an gressional Budget Office on the legisla- Mr. COBURN. I ask for the yeas and excise tax on excessive 2009 bonuses received tive actions of the Senate. This is a nays. from certain major recipients of Federal The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a emergency economic assistance, to limit the side-by-side amendment to the Coburn deduction allowable for such bonuses. amendment on the same subject. sufficient second? There appears to be. Feingold-Coburn amendment No. 3368 (to I believe Senator COBURN has the All time is yielded back. amendment No. 3336), to provide for the re- same purpose in mind, but we have The question is on agreeing to the scission of unused transportation earmarks drafted this side-by-side amendment to amendment. The clerk will call the and to establish a general reporting require- avoid new burdens on the Congres- roll. ment for any unused earmarks. sional Budget Office. The Rules Com- The assistant legislative clerk called Reid amendment No. 3417 (to amendment mittee and Budget Committee worked the roll. No. 3336), to temporarily modify the alloca- together with us on the drafting of this The result was announced—yeas 100, tion of geothermal receipts. nays 0, as follows: McCain-Graham amendment No. 3427 (to amendment to assure that it would amendment No. 3336), to prohibit the use of work. [Rollcall Vote No. 44 Leg.] reconciliation to consider changes in Medi- I urge my colleagues to support the YEAS—100 care. amendment. Akaka Ensign Menendez Lincoln amendment No. 3401 (to amend- I yield the remainder of my time. Alexander Enzi Merkley ment No. 3336), to improve a provision relat- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is all Barrasso Feingold Mikulski Baucus Feinstein ing to emergency disaster assistance. time yielded back? If all time is yield- Murkowski Baucus (for Isakson-Cardin) modified Bayh Franken Murray ed back, the question is on agreeing to Begich Gillibrand Nelson (NE) amendment No. 3430 (to amendment No. Bennet Graham 3336), to modify the pension funding provi- the amendment. Nelson (FL) Bennett Grassley Pryor sions. The amendment (No. 3429) was agreed Bingaman Gregg Reed to. Bond Hagan The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Reid Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I move Boxer Harkin ator from Montana is recognized. Brown (MA) Hatch Risch to reconsider the vote. Roberts AMENDMENT NO. 3429 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3336 Brown (OH) Hutchison Mr. SCHUMER. I move to lay that Rockefeller Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, pursu- Brownback Inhofe motion on the table. Bunning Inouye Sanders ant to the previous order, on behalf of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Burr Isakson Schumer the chairmen of the Rules and Budget objection, it is so ordered. Burris Johanns Sessions committees, I call up my amendment Byrd Johnson Shaheen The motion to lay on the table was Cantwell Kaufman Shelby No. 3429. agreed to. Cardin Kerry Snowe The PRESIDING OFFICER. The AMENDMENT NO. 3358 Carper Klobuchar Specter Casey Kohl clerk will report. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Stabenow The assistant legislative clerk read Chambliss Kyl Tester question is on agreeing to the Coburn Coburn Landrieu as follows: Thune amendment No. 3358. There is 4 min- Cochran Lautenberg Udall (CO) The Senator from Montana [Mr. BAUCUS] Collins Leahy Udall (NM) utes, evenly divided, before the vote. Conrad proposes an amendment numbered 3429 to LeMieux Vitter The Senator from Oklahoma is recog- Corker Levin amendment No. 3336. Voinovich Cornyn Lieberman nized. Warner Mr. BAUCUS. I ask unanimous con- Mr. COBURN. Mr. President, we just Crapo Lincoln DeMint Lugar Webb sent that reading of the amendment be voice voted an amendment that will Whitehouse dispensed with. Dodd McCain not do anything. What this amendment Dorgan McCaskill Wicker The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without says is, where we violate our own rules Durbin McConnell Wyden objection, it is so ordered. in terms of pay-go, we will actually The amendment (No. 3358) was agreed The amendment is as follows: publish both the number of times and to. (Purpose: To provide an explanation of the the amount of dollars we do that. It is AMENDMENT NO. 3356, AS FURTHER MODIFIED budgetary effects of legislation considered about transparency of the Senate, by the Senate) The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is being honest with the American people. 4 minutes equally divided on the Mur- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- With great fanfare, the Senator from lowing: ray amendment No. 3356. Montana came down and we put into The Senator from Washington. SEC. ll. BUDGETARY EFFECTS OF LEGISLATION PASSED BY THE SENATE. law a pay-go law. Since that time, in- Mrs. MURRAY. I ask unanimous con- (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF WEB PAGE.— cluding this bill, we will have passed sent to use 1 minute and for Senator (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days $120 billion of debt to our kids by say- KERRY to have the second minute. after the enactment of this Act, the Sec- ing we waive pay-go. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without retary of the Senate shall establish on the That is OK. That is the right of the objection, it is so ordered. official website of the United States Senate body to do that. But it is not OK not to Mrs. MURRAY. Mr. President, I am (www.senate.gov) a page entitled ‘‘Informa- let the American people know that and offering the youth summer jobs amend- tion on the Budgetary Effects of Legislation let them keep track of us. ment to build on the extremely suc- Considered by the Senate’’ which shall in- cessful summer jobs program that clude— This amendment is very simple. Any- (A) links to appropriate pages on the time we create a new program, any- made it possible for over 313,000 young website of the Congressional Budget Office time we pass and violate the pay-go people to have a job. I have personally (www.cbo.gov) that contain cost estimates of rules by overriding the pay-go point of heard amazing stories from these legislation passed by the Senate; and order, then we should list that with the young men and women who got a job. (B) as available, links to pages with any American people so they can see what It changed their lives and gave them other information produced by the Congres- we are doing. It is quite simple, quite the experience they needed. sional Budget Office that summarize or fur- straightforward. It doesn’t require any This amendment will provide $1.3 bil- ther explain the budgetary effects of legisla- lion to create up to 500,000 temporary tion considered by the Senate. time. You will spend forever going to jobs this coming summer. It will invest (2) UPDATES.—The Secretary of the Senate the Congressional Budget Office to find shall update this page every 3 months. this. This makes it very simple, very in critical employment and learning (b) CBO REQUIREMENTS.—Nothing in this straightforward. programs that will help not only these section shall be construed as imposing any I reserve the remainder of my time. young people but the businesses that new requirements on the Congressional The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- hire them. The underlying bill is going Budget Office. ator from Montana is recognized. to help millions of families across the Mr. BAUCUS. The first amendment is Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I think country who need a job. This amend- a simple attempt to improve the avail- we can vote on this. I yield the remain- ment will make sure young people get ability of budgetary information on der of my time, but before I do, I think a start in their professional lives, firm- what Congress does. This amendment it is a step toward transparency, and I ly planted on their feet and moving to- would require the Secretary of the Sen- urge all my colleagues to vote for it. ward success.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1286 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 I yield the floor. Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, is this a cago Tribune, my hometown news- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- pay-go point of order violation? paper, that caught my attention. It is ator from Massachusetts. Mrs. MURRAY. I move that the budg- shocking news for many of my fellow Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, I thank et point of order be waived and ask for Illinoisans. I would like to share it Senator MURRAY for her work on this the yeas and nays. with my colleagues today. amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a According to State records, Illi- Today, almost 15 million Americans sufficient second? noisans who lose their jobs and have to are unemployed, 9 million can only There appears to be. buy their own health insurance will see find part-time work, and 25 percent of The question is on agreeing to the their premiums increase by as much as our Nation’s teenagers and 42 percent motion. The clerk will call the roll. 60 percent this year. As the Tribune The bill clerk called the roll. of African-American teenagers are un- notes, this is affecting more people employed. Both the TANF Emergency The yeas and nays resulted—yeas 55, nays 45, as follows: than ever before because of the eco- Fund and the summer jobs program nomic crisis. [Rollcall Vote No. 45 Leg.] provide desperately needed jobs to our There are currently more than one- YEAS—55 Nation’s families who are the most vul- half million consumers in Illinois who nerable to our economic downturn. Ac- Akaka Feinstein Mikulski have individual health plans. Their cording to the Center on Budget and Baucus Franken Murray Bayh Gillibrand Nelson (FL) base rates, which stand at 8.5 percent Policy Priorities, extending the TANF Begich Hagan Pryor at the moment, will jump to more than Emergency Fund will save more than Bennet Harkin Reed 60 percent. Those are just the base 100,000 jobs. And providing up to $1.3 Bingaman Inouye Reid rates. Elderly folks will likely see addi- billion in funding for the summer jobs Boxer Johnson Rockefeller Brown (OH) Kaufman Sanders tional increases on top of that. So will program will create 500,000 summer Burris Kerry Schumer those who have a history of illness. So Byrd Klobuchar jobs. Shaheen will people who live in certain areas or Cantwell Kohl I promise my colleagues, provide Specter Cardin Landrieu who have only had a policy for a short these summer jobs, and it will save far Carper Lautenberg Stabenow period of time. more than that money in the criminal Casey Leahy Tester Insurance companies will pile on ad- justice system and in other social serv- Conrad Levin Udall (CO) Udall (NM) ditional increases for all these folks, on ices. This is money well invested. Dodd Lieberman Dorgan Lincoln Whitehouse top of a 60-percent increase that will The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Durbin Menendez Wyden affect every Illinoisan with an indi- ator from New Hampshire is recog- Feingold Merkley vidual health plan. nized. NAYS—45 Let me remind my colleagues that Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, why do Alexander DeMint McCaskill these are mostly folks who have lost we keep doing this? Why do we keep Barrasso Ensign McConnell their employment, so they do not have passing debt on to our children? Why Bennett Enzi Murkowski a steady stream of income to absorb Bond Graham Nelson (NE) do we keep running program after pro- these increases, and they do not have a gram out here that is shrouded in Brown (MA) Grassley Risch Brownback Gregg Roberts choice but to pay whatever the insur- sweetness and light but not paid for? Bunning Hatch Sessions ance companies demand or go without We just passed a pay-go point of Burr Hutchison Shelby the coverage they need. order 4 weeks ago to great fanfare, Chambliss Inhofe Snowe This is bad news by itself, but it gets great breast-beating about how fiscally Coburn Isakson Thune Cochran Johanns Vitter worse because they are not the only responsible we were going to be. Yet Collins Kyl Voinovich ones who will see their premiums go time after time since we passed that Corker LeMieux Warner up. Small businesses are finding it pay-go point of order, amendments Cornyn Lugar Webb Crapo McCain Wicker harder than ever to afford coverage for have been brought to the floor which their employees because they are being violate it. This is another one. This The PRESIDING OFFICER. On this hit with big rate hikes even though amendment costs $2 billion which is vote, the yeas are 55, the nays are 45. business is not as good as it was a few not paid for. Three-fifths of the Senators duly cho- Summer jobs may be good. I am sure sen and sworn not having voted in the years ago. Companies, such as Illinois Blue they are. But why do we want to put affirmative, the motion is rejected. Cross, have even acknowledged they the debt for those summer jobs onto The point of order is sustained, and will be increasing their rates by an av- the children of the people who are hav- the amendment falls. The Senator from New York is recog- erage of 10 percent across the board ing the summer jobs? If this is a priority—and it is—let’s nized. and much more for some of their cus- pay for it. Let’s take the money out of f tomers. We have seen this kind of thing be- some other account. But let’s not add MORNING BUSINESS fore. Just recently in California, a to the debt, and let’s not once again Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask violate the pay-go rules which this health insurance company raised its unanimous consent that upon disposi- rates by 39 percent, a move that Senate has so loudly proclaimed is the tion of the amendments in order this manner in which we will discipline our- sparked national outrage and inves- morning, the Senate then proceed to a tigations by State and Federal regu- selves fiscally. It is a $2 billion item. If period for the transaction of morning we can’t stand by pay-go for $2 billion, lators. business until 12:30 p.m., with Senators When we hear about this kind of be- we are making a farce out of it. permitted to speak therein for up to 10 As a result of this violation of pay- havior, there is an obvious question for minutes each, and that at 12:30 p.m., us to ask, the same question that many go, I raise a point of order against the the Senate stand in recess until 2:15 amendment pursuant to section 201(a) folks in Illinois will be asking when p.m. they get their insurance bills over the of S. Res. 21, the concurrent resolution The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without next few months. That question is why. on the budget for fiscal year 2008. objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- The Senator from Illinois is recog- Why are insurance companies raising ator from Washington. nized. rates by as much as 60 percent? Why Mr. BAUCUS. How much time does Mr. BURRIS. Mr. President, I ask does it keep getting harder and harder the Senator from Washington have? unanimous consent to speak as in to pay for health coverage when bene- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- morning business. fits are being slashed at the same time? ator has consumed her time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- It does not make any sense. Mrs. MURRAY. Mr. President, let me ate is in morning business. But when Illinoisans pick up their phones and they call their insurance be clear: Working with the Finance f Committee, this amendment is paid for providers and they ask them why, they over 10 years. HEALTH INSURANCE COSTS probably will not be able to get an an- I ask that the budget point of order Mr. BURRIS. Mr. President, there swer. Most insurance companies do not be waived. was an article in last Thursday’s Chi- release that information and do not

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That is just out. the table and acted in the spirit of common sense to all of us here who re- That is exactly why we need to pass compromise and listened to the will of alize how important it is to be respect- comprehensive health care reform the American people, we would have ful of the taxpayers and make sure without delay to restore competition passed health care reform and a dozen that as we have made available these to the insurance industry so folks can other things by now. But instead, it is resources to these Wall Street indus- shop around and try to get a fair deal, the same old politics. It is easy to find tries, to at least have the acknowledg- to help us hold insurance companies excuses. It is very difficult to govern. ment and respect from them of what accountable so we can keep them hon- Once again, I invite my colleagues the rest of America is going through. est, and to provide cost savings so across the aisle to join us in these ef- I have fought for years to hold Wall hard-working Americans and small forts, come to the negotiating table. Street more accountable. During the businesses can breathe a little easier in You heard President Obama speak yes- TARP debate in the fall of 2008, I these difficult times. terday very vividly and forthrightly pushed for stricter limits on executive The Senate health reform bill would about what we need to do to bring compensation, which went unheeded in have accomplished all these things and health care reform to the American the Bush Treasury Department’s im- more. If we had combined our bill with people. We have a fresh sense of mo- plementation of the program. Later the House version at the end of last mentum, a new opportunity to deliver that year, I also cosponsored legisla- year and sent it to President Obama, on this promise of reform. tion that would have capped execu- we would have had a law on the books Let’s keep having this conversation. tives’ salaries at bailed-out banks. In by now. We would almost certainly not Let’s confront these challenges to- March of 2009, I sent a letter to the AIG be seeing these dramatic premium in- gether as the American people have chairman calling on his executives to creases. Instead, people’s premiums asked us to do. Let’s move forward as forfeit their $165 million in bonuses or would be going down significantly, and one Congress, as one Nation. It is time face unprecedented congressional ac- 3l million more Americans would have for Republicans and Democrats to say tion to strip them of their so-called health care coverage. enough is enough to big insurance: No ‘‘performance-based’’ rewards. This Chicago Tribune article would more outrageous rate hikes; no more During the debate on the Recovery have read very differently if we had fin- coverage denials; no more abuse. Act, in early 2009, the Senate passed ished this health care bill a few months It is time for Republicans and Demo- my amendment to place an excise tax ago, as we easily should have done. But crats to reaffirm our commitment to on bonuses from financial institutions because of our inaction in Washington, the hard-working people we represent that had received taxpayer dollars because of delays and the obstruc- in Illinois and across the country. It is under TARP. Wall Street needs to un- tionism, these companies continue to time to pass comprehensive health re- derstand that in these extraordinary have free rein. form so every American can get a great times they must change their ways of As we struggle to find common deal on health insurance and foreclose doing business. They must play by the same rules that Arkansas families and ground between the House and the Sen- the possibility of losing their life or businesses and other small towns and ate, we must never forget the Amer- their assets. States across the Nation have to play ican people are locked in a much more I yield the floor. I suggest the ab- by. serious struggle. sence of a quorum. When a small business owner in our We have experienced the worst eco- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The home State of Arkansas has a bad year, nomic crisis since the Great Depres- clerk will call the roll. they have two options: They either sion. The unemployment rate exceeds The bill clerk proceeded to call the buckle down and trim the fat or they 10 percent in Illinois, and it stands just roll. go out of business. They do not come to under 10 percent nationwide. Millions Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, I ask the steps of the Capitol and ask for a have watched helplessly as their hard- unanimous consent that the order for government check, and they surely do earned economic security vanished the quorum call be rescinded. not give themselves a lavish pay raise. overnight. Individuals and families are The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Arkansans are rightly irritated, just finding it harder than ever to make objection, it is so ordered. as I am. Let’s not forget the actions of ends meet. One of the greatest chal- f some of these firms are what sent our lenges they face is paying for health in- TAXPAYER FAIRNESS ACT economy into dire straits in the very surance. beginning. For almost 2 years now, Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, I rise Under the current system, too many Americans have paid the price for Wall today in support of a proposal that has people are forced to choose between Street’s mistakes. They have lost jobs, been offered on this bill that we are keeping food on the table and buying they have seen their property values health coverage. It is a terrible choice. currently dealing with that will hold diminish, and they have seen their re- Premiums are so high it is almost im- the bailed-out Wall Street companies tirement savings depleted. So it flies in possible to afford quality coverage. As and their executives more accountable the face of common sense and general the Chicago Tribune reported, they are to American taxpayers. prudence for those accountable to re- about to get even higher, but without Over the last 2 years, the top TARP ward themselves when the rest of the insurance we are all just one accident recipients have paid out tens of billions country is shouldering the burden they or catastrophic illness away from of dollars in employee bonuses, while created. bankruptcy or even death. at the same time taxpayers have been This amendment must be enacted to It is time to turn our attention away footing the bill for bailing out these send the message to Wall Street that from the partisan fight that consumes large financial institutions. we will not stand for such behavior. Washington every day and focus on the Enough is enough. All we have to do The time is right now, and we must fight that is taking place in America’s is look across this great land of ours to send the message to all of America heartland. see so many people in businesses— that we are not going to stand for this My colleagues and I must never for- small businesses in small communities type of fiscal irresponsibility. I encour- get why we entered public service in across America—who are in difficult age my colleagues to stand with Main the first place. Why are we here? What times. This amendment—the Taxpayer Street, not Wall Street, and support is our purpose? We must always re- Fairness Act—included in the Senate this important amendment. member our actions and our failures to jobs bill would put in place a one-time Mr. President, I yield the floor, and I take action have real consequences for windfall tax on bonuses paid in 2010 to suggest the absence of a quorum. ordinary people from coast to coast. company executives who received the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The This legislation was stalled and de- taxpayer bailout. clerk will call the roll. layed for the better part of a year. As Specifically, the amendment provides The legislative clerk proceeded to a result of this obstructionism, we are a 50-percent tax on bonuses above call the roll.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1288 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, I ask Mr. LEMIEUX. Mr. President, I rise Mr. BROWN of Massachusetts. Mr. unanimous consent the order for the today to speak in opposition to the tax President, we have a vote coming on quorum call be rescinded. extenders bill. I do so with a heavy cloture on a matter that has been mov- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without heart because there are good things in ing through the Senate, the tax extend- objection, it is so ordered. this bill that would be good for my ers bill. I wish to make clear that I will f State of Florida. It would be good to be voting for cloture. That does not extend unemployment benefits. It mean I will support the actual legisla- RECESS would be good to extend COBRA, it tion when it comes to a vote. That The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under would be good to extend and help with being said, I have serious concerns the previous order, the Senate stands Medicaid funding, and it is important about the overall cost of the bill, but in recess until 2:15 p.m. to make sure we have enough money my vote for cloture signals my belief Thereupon, the Senate, at 12:39 p.m., going to doctors in Medicare so that that we need to keep the process mov- recessed until 2:15 p.m. and reassem- they can provide services. But I can no ing and allow the measure to be consid- bled when called to order by the Pre- longer stand by, even on a bill such as ered by the full Senate. I promised my siding Office (Mr. BEGICH). this, and vote for it when it is going to constituents I would try to change the add $100 billion to our deficit. tone of politics as usual in Washington. f If the majority party in this Chamber There has been a week of debate. Al- TAX EXTENDERS ACT OF 2009— did the right thing and paid for this lowing this bill to receive an up-or- Continued bill, if we cut wasteful spending, if we down vote would be a step in the right cut duplicate programs in other areas direction. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- and paid for this bill, 80 or 90 Senators However, I am opposed to the bill at ator from Montana. would vote for it. But at some point, this point because it adds more than AMENDMENT NO. 3336 even though these programs may be $100 billion to our national debt and Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, shortly good for your State, a Senator has an provides no way to actually pay for it. we will vote on the motion to invoke obligation to stand up and say: No Our national debt is at a record high, cloture on this urgent legislation to more, no more spending our kids’ fu- and we cannot continue to burden fu- create jobs and extend vital safety net ture, no more putting debt on the next ture generations with a mountain of and tax provisions. We have had a good generation, no more bankrupting the debt and bills they cannot pay. debate. The Senate considered this bill promise of this country. I believe in process. I believe we on 7 separate days over the course of 2 No more. We cannot afford it. We should have an opportunity, after full workweeks. We have considered more have a $12.4 trillion debt. We are sup- and fair debate, to move bills forward than 30 amendments. We conducted a posed to have pay-as-you-go rules here. so the House and others can get a dozen rollcall votes. It is now time to One month ago, we passed a pay-as- crack at it and hopefully send back a bring this debate to a close. you-go law. The President signed it. product with which we can all live. This is not just some technical bill; And all of the language was laudatory: I suggest the absence of a quorum. this measure helps real people. Failure We are not going to spend our chil- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The to enact this bill would cause real dren’s money anymore. We are going to clerk will call the roll. hardship. Failure to enact this bill be fiscally responsible. And then here The legislative clerk proceeded to would cost jobs. comes this bill, $100 billion in spending, call the roll. Within weeks, this bill would help and we declare it an emergency so that Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I ask half a million workers who lose their we do not have to follow the rules. It unanimous consent that the order for jobs nationwide, including nearly 1,600 occurred to me this weekend as I the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without in my State of Montana, to remain eli- played with my 6- and 4-year-old sons objection, it is so ordered. gible for help paying for their health that this is not pay-go, it is Play Doh— AMENDMENTS NOS. 3401, AS MODIFIED, 3417, 3430, insurance under the COBRA health in- you can make whatever you want of it. AS MODIFIED, 3372, AS MODIFIED, 3442, AS MODI- surance program. Unless we act, within But it is not real enforcement. We in this chamber should pay for FIED, 3365, AS MODIFIED, 3371, AS MODIFIED, weeks the average doctor in America AND 3451 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3336 the spending so that we do not increase will stand to lose more than $16,600 in Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I ask the debt on our children. So we should payments from Medicare. The average unanimous consent that it be in order vote against cloture on this bill, not doctor in Montana would lose $13,000. for the following amendments to be because the leadership has not allowed This bill would help nearly 40 million considered agreed to en bloc; and in the us to have amendments—they have, Medicare beneficiaries and nearly 9 instance where the amendment is and I appreciate that. But we should million TRICARE beneficiaries nation- modified, that the amendments, where vote against it because this bill should wide to continue to have access to applicable, be modified with the their doctors. That includes nearly only pass if we can pay for it. No matter how good the program is, changes at the desk, and as modified 144,000 Montanans with Medicare and it is not good if we saddle our children the amendments be agreed to and the nearly 33,000 Montanans with with $100 billion more in debt. The pub- motions to reconsider be laid upon the TRICARE. Within weeks, this bill lic debt in this country is going to dou- table en bloc; further, that in the in- would help 400,000 Americans to be eli- ble in 5 years and triple in 10. It is has stance where the amendment is not gible for expanded unemployment in- now come out that the estimate of the pending, where appropriate, the amend- surance benefits. Thus, this important national debt in 2020 will add another ment be recorded by number: Lincoln legislation would prevent millions of $10 trillion. The day of reckoning is at amendment No. 3401 pending, to be Americans from falling through the hand, and we just cannot stand by, modified; Reid amendment No. 3417, safety net. It would extend vital pro- even though there are good things in pending; Isakson-Cardin amendment grams we have only temporarily ex- this bill, things that would help my No. 3430, pending and as modified; tended. It would put cash into the State. On this occasion, I have to put Merkley amendment No. 3372, to be hands of Americans who would spend it country first. modified; Warner amendment No. 3442, quickly, boosting the economy. It I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- to be modified; Whitehouse amendment would extend critical programs and tax sence of a quorum. No. 3365, to be modified; Rockefeller incentives that create jobs. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The amendment No. 3371, to be modified; I urge my colleagues to vote to help clerk will call the roll. and a Baucus technical amendment, Americans hurt by this great depres- The legislative clerk proceeded to which is at the desk. sion. I urge my colleagues to vote to call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there preserve and create jobs. I urge my col- Mr. BROWN of Massachusetts. I ask objection? leagues to vote to invoke cloture on unanimous consent that the order for Mr. REID. Mr. President, reserving the substitute amendment. the quorum call be rescinded. the right to object, I would ask that The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the request be modified to allow Sen- ator from Florida. objection, it is so ordered. ator ISAKSON to speak for 21⁄2 minutes

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Without objection, it is so the counties within the boundaries of which lowing: ordered. the leased land or geothermal resources are SEC. ll. ARRA PLANNING AND REPORTING. The amendments were agreed to as located; and Section 1512 of the American Recovery and follows: (3) 25 percent shall be deposited in mis- Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–5; AMENDMENT NO. 3401, AS MODIFIED cellaneous receipts. 123 Stat. 287) is amended— On page 75, line 4, strike ‘‘excessive rain- AMENDMENT NO. 3430, AS MODIFIED (1) in subsection (d)— fall or related’’ and insert ‘‘drought, exces- (The amendment is printed in today’s (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ‘‘PLANS AND’’ after ‘‘AGENCY’’; sive rainfall, or a related’’. RECORD under ‘‘Morning Business.’’) On page 76, line 1, insert ‘‘fruits and vege- (B) by striking ‘‘Not later than’’ and in- tables or’’ before ‘‘crops intended’’. AMENDMENT NO. 3372, AS MODIFIED serting the following: On page 76, line 13, strike ‘‘90’’ and insert (Purpose: To authorize the Secretary of the ‘‘(1) DEFINITION.—In this subsection, the ‘‘112.5’’. Interior to grant market-related contract term ‘covered program’ means a program for Beginning on page 76, strike line 18 and all extensions of certain timber contracts be- which funds are appropriated under this divi- that follows through ‘‘(4)’’ on page 77, line 17, tween the Secretary of the Interior and sion— and insert ‘‘(3)’’. timber purchasers) ‘‘(A) in an amount that is— On page 78, strike lines 3 through 7 and in- ‘‘(i) more than $2,000,000,000; and At the end of title VI, add the following: sert the following: ‘‘not more than ‘‘(ii) more than 150 percent of the funds ap- $300,000,000, to remain available until Sep- SEC. 6ll. QUALIFYING TIMBER CONTRACT OP- propriated for the program for fiscal year tember 30, 2011, to carry out a program of TIONS. 2008; or grants to States to assist eligible specialty (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ‘‘(B) that did not exist before the date of crop producers for losses due to a natural (1) QUALIFYING CONTRACT.—The term enactment of this Act. disaster affecting the 2009 crops, of which not ‘‘qualifying contract’’ means a contract that ‘‘(2) PLANS.—Not later than July 1, 2010, more than— has not been terminated by the Bureau of the head of each agency that distributes re- (A) $150,000,000 shall be used to assist eligi- Land Management for the sale of timber on covery funds shall submit to Congress and ble specialty crop producers in counties that lands administered by the Bureau of Land make available on the website of the agency have been declared a disaster as the result of Management that meets all of the following a plan for each covered program, which shall, drought; and criteria: at a minimum, contain— (B) $150,000,000 shall be used to assist eligi- (A) The contract was awarded during the ‘‘(A) a description of the goals for the cov- ble specialty crop producers in counties that period beginning on January 1, 2005, and end- ered program using recovery funds; have been declared a disaster as the result of ing on December 31, 2008. ‘‘(B) a discussion of how the goals de- excessive rainfall or a related condition. (B) There is unharvested volume remaining scribed in subparagraph (A) relate to the On page 78, lines 18 and 19, strike ‘‘with ex- for the contract. goals for ongoing activities of the covered cessive rainfall and related conditions’’. (C) The contract is not a salvage sale. program, if applicable; On page 78, line 21, strike ‘‘2008’’ and insert (D) The Secretary determined there is not ‘‘(C) a description of the activities that the ‘‘2009’’. an urgent need to harvest under the contract agency will undertake to achieve the goals On page 79, lines 4 and 5, strike ‘‘under this due to deteriorating timber conditions that described in subparagraph (A); subsection’’ and insert ‘‘for counties de- developed after the award of the contract. ‘‘(D) a description of the total recovery scribed in paragraph (1)(B)’’. (2) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ funding for the covered program and the re- On page 80, between lines 3 and 4, insert means the Secretary of the Interior, acting covery funding for each activity under the the following: through the Director of Bureau of Land Man- covered program, including identifying (5) PROHIBITION.—An eligible specialty crop agement. whether the activity will be carried out producer that receives assistance under this (3) TIMBER PURCHASER.—The term ‘‘timber using grants, contracts, or other types of subsection shall be ineligible to receive as- purchaser’’ means the party to the quali- funding mechanisms; sistance under subsection (b). fying contract for the sale of timber from ‘‘(E) a schedule of milestones for major On page 80, line 4, strike ‘‘(5)’’ and insert lands administered by the Bureau of Land phases of the activities under the covered ‘‘(6)’’. Management. program, with planned delivery dates; On page 87, line 5, strike ‘‘(h)’’ and insert (b) MARKET-RELATED CONTRACT EXTENSION ‘‘(F) performance measures the agency will ‘‘(i)’’. OPTION.—Upon a timber purchaser’s written use to track the progress of each of the ac- On page 89, line 15, insert ‘‘for the pur- request, the Secretary may make a one-time tivities under the covered program in meet- chase, improvement, or operation of the modification to the qualifying contract to ing the goals described in subparagraph (A), poultry farm’’ after ‘‘lender’’. add 3 years to the contract expiration date if including performance targets, the frequency On page 89, strike line 24 and insert the fol- the written request— of measurement, and a description of the lowing: (1) is received by the Secretary not later methodology for each measure; (j) STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS.—Sec- than 90 days after the date of enactment of ‘‘(G) a description of the process of the tion 1001(f)(6)(A) of the Food Security Act of this Act; and agency for the periodic review of the 1985 (7 U.S.C. 1308(f)(6)(A)) is amended by in- (2) contains a provision releasing the progress of the covered program towards serting ‘‘(other than the conservation re- United States from all liability, including meeting the goals described in subparagraph serve program established under subchapter further consideration or compensation, re- (A); and B of chapter 1 of subtitle D of title XII of sulting from the modification under this sub- ‘‘(H) a description of how the agency will this Act)’’ before the period at the end. section of the term of a qualifying contract. hold program managers accountable for (k) ADMINISTRATION.— (c) REPORTING.—Not later than 6 months achieving the goals described in subpara- On page 90, line 4, insert ‘‘and the amend- after the date of the enactment of this Act, graph (A). ment made by this section’’ after ‘‘section’’. the Secretary shall submit to Congress a re- On page 90, line 7, insert ‘‘and the amend- ‘‘(3) REPORTS.— port detailing a plan and timeline to promul- ment made by this section’’ before ‘‘shall ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than’’; and gate new regulations authorizing the Bureau be’’. (C) by adding at the end the following: of Land Management to extend timber con- On page 91, line 1, strike ‘‘$15,000,000’’ and ‘‘(B) REPORTS ON PLANS.—Not later than 30 tracts due to changes in market conditions. insert ‘‘$10,000,000’’. days after the end of the calendar quarter (d) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 2 years ending September 30, 2010, and every cal- AMENDMENT NO. 3417 after the date of the enactment of this Act, endar quarter thereafter during which the (Purpose: To temporarily modify the the Secretary shall promulgate new regula- agency obligates or expends recovery funds, allocation of geothermal receipts) tions authorizing the Bureau of Land Man- the head of each agency that developed a At the end of title VI, add the following: agement to extend timber contracts due to plan for a covered program under paragraph SEC. 6ll. ALLOCATION OF GEOTHERMAL RE- changes in market conditions. (2) shall submit to Congress and make avail- CEIPTS. (e) NO SURRENDER OF CLAIMS.—This section able on a website of the agency a report for Nothwithstanding any other provision of shall not have the effect of surrendering any each covered program that— law, for fiscal year 2010 only, all funds re- claim by the United States against any tim- ‘‘(i) discusses the progress of the agency in ceived from sales, bonuses, royalties, and ber purchaser that arose under a timber sale implementing the plan; rentals under the Geothermal Steam Act of contract, including a qualifying contract, be- ‘‘(ii) describes the progress towards achiev- 1970 (30 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.) shall be deposited fore the date on which the Secretary adjusts ing the goals described in paragraph (2)(A) in the Treasury, of which— the contract term under subsection (b). for the covered program;

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On page 268, between lines 11 and 12, insert the milestones for the covered program de- ‘‘(3) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.—Each agency the following: scribed in paragraph (2)(E); distributing recovery funds shall provide SEC. lll. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF ‘‘(II) if the covered program has failed to technical assistance, as necessary, to assist SECTION 45 CREDIT FOR REFINED meet the milestones, the reasons why; and recipients of recovery funds in complying COAL FROM STEEL INDUSTRY FUEL. ‘‘(III) any changes in the milestones for the with the requirements to provide informa- (a) CREDIT PERIOD.— covered program, including the reasons for tion under subsection (c), which shall include (1) IN GENERAL.—Subclause (II) of section the change; providing recipients with a reminder regard- 45(e)(8)(D)(ii) is amended to read as follows: ‘‘(vi) discusses the performance of the cov- ing each reporting requirement. ‘‘(II) CREDIT PERIOD.—In lieu of the 10-year ered program, including— ‘‘(4) PUBLIC LISTING.— period referred to in clauses (i) and (ii)(II) of ‘‘(I) whether the covered program has met ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 45 days subparagraph (A), the credit period shall be the performance measures for the covered after the end of each calendar quarter, and the period beginning on the date that the fa- program described in paragraph (2)(F); subject to the notification requirements cility first produces steel industry fuel that ‘‘(II) if the covered program has failed to under paragraph (2)(B), the Board shall make is sold to an unrelated person after Sep- meet the performance measures, the reasons available on the website established under tember 30, 2008, and ending 2 years after such why; and section 1526 a list of all recipients of recov- date.’’. ‘‘(III) any trends in information relating to ery funds that did not provide the informa- (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section the performance of the covered program; and tion required under subsection (c) for the 45(e)(8)(D) is amended by striking clause (iii) ‘‘(vii) evaluates the ability of the covered calendar quarter. and by redesignating clause (iv) as clause program to meet the goals of the covered ‘‘(B) CONTENTS.—A list made available (iii). program given the performance of the cov- under subparagraph (A) shall, for each recipi- (b) EXTENSION OF PLACED-IN-SERVICE ered program.’’; ent of recovery funds on the list, include the DATE.—Subparagraph (A) of section 45(d)(8) (2) in subsection (f)— name and address of the recipient, the iden- is amended— (A) by striking ‘‘Within 180 days’’ and in- tification number for the award, the amount (1) by striking ‘‘(or any modification to a serting the following: of recovery funds awarded to the recipient, a facility)’’, and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Within 180 days’’; and description of the activity for which the re- (2) by striking ‘‘2010’’ and inserting ‘‘2011’’. (B) by adding at the end the following: covery funds were provided, and, to the ex- (c) CLARIFICATIONS.— ‘‘(2) PENALTIES.— tent known by the Board, the reason for non- (1) STEEL INDUSTRY FUEL.—Subclause (I) of ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Subject to subpara- compliance. graphs (B), (C), and (D), the Attorney Gen- section 45(c)(7)(C)(i) is amended by inserting ‘‘(5) REGULATIONS AND REPORTING.— eral may bring a civil action in an appro- ‘‘, a blend of coal and petroleum coke, or ‘‘(A) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 90 days priate United States District Court against a other coke feedstock’’ after ‘‘on coal’’. after the date of enactment of this para- recipient of recovery funds from an agency (2) OWNERSHIP INTEREST.—Section 45(d)(8) graph, the Attorney General, in consultation that does not provide the information re- is amended by adding at the end the fol- with the Director of the Office of Manage- quired under subsection (c) or knowingly lowing new flush sentence: ment and Budget and the Chairperson, shall provides information under subsection (c) ‘‘With respect to a facility producing steel promulgate regulations regarding implemen- that contains a material omission or industry fuel, no person (including a ground tation of this section. misstatement. In a civil action under this lessor, customer, supplier, or technology li- ‘‘(B) REPORTING.— paragraph, the court may impose a civil pen- censor) shall be treated as having an owner- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—Not later than July 1, alty on a recipient of recovery funds in an ship interest in the facility or as otherwise 2010, and every 3 months thereafter, the Di- amount not more than $250,000. Any amounts entitled to the credit allowable under sub- received from a civil penalty under this rector of the Office of Management and section (a) with respect to such facility if paragraph shall be deposited in the general Budget, in consultation with the Chair- such person’s rent, license fee, or other enti- fund of the Treasury. person, shall submit to Congress a report on tlement to net payments from the owner of the extent of noncompliance by recipients of ‘‘(B) NOTIFICATION.— such facility is measured by a fixed dollar recovery funds with the reporting require- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The head of an agency amount or a fixed amount per ton, or other- shall provide a written notification to a re- ments under this section. wise determined without regard to the profit cipient of recovery funds from the agency ‘‘(ii) CONTENTS.—Each report submitted or loss of such facility.’’. that fails to provide the information re- under clause (i) shall include— (3) PRODUCTION AND SALE.—Subparagraph quired under subsection (c). A notification ‘‘(I) information, for the quarter and in (D) of section 45(e)(8), as amended by sub- under this subparagraph shall provide the re- total, regarding the number and amount of section (a)(2), is amended by redesignating cipient with information on how to comply civil penalties imposed and collected under clause (iii) as clause (iv) and by inserting with the necessary reporting requirements this subsection, sorted by agency and pro- after clause (ii) the following new clause: and notice of the penalties for failing to do gram; ‘‘(iii) PRODUCTION AND SALE.—The owner of so. ‘‘(II) information on the steps taken by the a facility producing steel industry fuel shall ‘‘(ii) LIMITATION.—A court may not impose Federal Government to reduce the level of be treated as producing and selling steel in- a civil penalty under subparagraph (A) relat- noncompliance; and dustry fuel where that owner manufactures ing to the failure to provide information re- ‘‘(III) any other information determined such steel industry fuel from coal, a blend of quired under subsection (c) if, not later than appropriate by the Director.’’; and coal and petroleum coke, or other coke feed- 31 days after the date of the notification (3) by adding at the end the following: stock to which it has title. The sale of such under clause (i), the recipient of the recovery ‘‘(i) TERMINATION.—The reporting require- steel industry fuel by the owner of the facil- funds provides the information. ments under this section shall terminate on ity to a person who is not the owner of the September 30, 2013.’’. ‘‘(C) CONSIDERATIONS.—In determining the facility shall not fail to qualify as a sale to amount of a penalty under this paragraph for AMENDMENT NO. 3365, AS MODIFIED an unrelated person solely because such pur- a recipient of recovery funds, a court shall (Purpose: To require the Comptroller Gen- chaser may also be a ground lessor, supplier, consider— eral to report to Congress on the causes of or customer.’’. ‘‘(i) the number of times the recipient has job losses in New England and the Midwest (d) SPECIFIED CREDIT FOR PURPOSES OF AL- failed to provide the information required over the past 20 years and to suggest pos- TERNATIVE MINIMUM TAX EXCLUSION.—Sub- under subsection (c); sible remedies) clause (II) of section 38(c)(4)(B)(iii) is amend- ‘‘(ii) the amount of recovery funds provided At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ed by inserting ‘‘(in the case of a refined coal to the recipient; lowing: production facility producing steel industry ‘‘(iii) whether the recipient is a govern- SEC. lll. GAO STUDY. fuel, during the credit period set forth in sec- ment, nonprofit entity, or educational insti- Not later than 180 days after the date of tion 45(e)(8)(D)(ii)(II))’’ after ‘‘service’’. tution; and enactment of this Act, the Comptroller Gen- (e) EFFECTIVE DATES.— ‘‘(iv) whether the recipient is a small busi- eral shall report to Congress detailing— (1) IN GENERAL.—The amendments made by ness concern (as defined under section 3 of (1) the pattern of job loss in the New Eng- subsections (a), (b), and (d) shall take effect the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632)), with land and Midwest States over the past 20 on the date of the enactment of this Act. particular consideration given to businesses years; (2) CLARIFICATIONS.—The amendments with not more than 50 employees. (2) the role of the off-shoring of manufac- made by subsection (c) shall take effect as if ‘‘(D) APPLICABILITY.—This paragraph shall turing jobs in overall job loss in the regions; included in the amendments made by the En- apply to any report required to be submitted and ergy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008.

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SEC. lll. MODIFICATIONS TO MINE RESCUE (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments In section 241(1), strike ‘‘March 1, 2010’’ and TEAM TRAINING CREDIT AND ELEC- made by this section shall take effect as if insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. TION TO EXPENSE ADVANCED MINE included in the enactment of the Temporary In section 601(1), strike ‘‘February 28, 2010’’ SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Extension Act of 2010. and insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. (a) MINE RESCUE TEAM TRAINING CREDIT Strike section 211 and insert the following: In section 601(2), strike ‘‘March 1, 2010’’ and ALLOWABLE AGAINST AMT.—Subparagraph SEC. 211. EXTENSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF insert ‘‘April 1, 2010’’. (B) of section 38(c)(4) is amended— PREMIUM ASSISTANCE FOR COBRA (1) by redesignating clauses (vi), (vii), and BENEFITS. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- (viii) as clauses (vii), (viii), and (ix), respec- (a) EXTENSION OF ELIGIBILITY PERIOD.— ator from Georgia. tively, and Subsection (a)(3)(A) of section 3001 of divi- Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. President, I wish (2) by inserting after clause (v) the fol- sion B of the American Recovery and Rein- to thank the leader for his courtesy lowing new clause: vestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–5), as and for his help on this legislation. In ‘‘(vi) the credit determined under section amended by section 3 of the Temporary Ex- particular, I wish to thank Chairman 45N,’’. tension Act of 2010, is amended by striking (b) ELECTION TO EXPENSE ADVANCED MINE ‘‘March 31, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, BAUCUS and his staff and Senator SAFETY EQUIPMENT ALLOWABLE AGAINST 2010’’. GRASSLEY and his staff, as well as my AMT.—Subparagraph (C) of section 56(g)(4) is (b) RULES RELATING TO 2010 EXTENSION.— staff, Ed Egee in particular, who did a amended by adding at the end the following Subsection (a) of section 3001 of division B of great job of addressing the pension new clause: the American Recovery and Reinvestment problems in this country. ‘‘(vii) SPECIAL RULE FOR ELECTION TO EX- Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–5), as amended by This amendment gives corporations PENSE ADVANCED MINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT.— subsection (b)(1)(C), is further amended by Clause (i) shall not apply to amounts deduct- adding at the end the following: two alternatives to accept, adopt, and ible under section 179E.’’. ‘‘(18) RULES RELATED TO 2010 EXTENSION.— smooth their obligation on pensions. It (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘(A) ELECTION TO PAY PREMIUMS RETRO- will raise $3.5 billion against the debt. made by this section shall apply to taxable ACTIVELY AND MAINTAIN COBRA COVERAGE.—In It will save the pensions of many years beginning after December 31, 2009. the case of any premium for a period of cov- Americans. SEC. lll. APPLICATION OF CONTINUOUS LEVY erage during an assistance eligible individ- I wish to acknowledge the leadership TO EMPLOYMENT TAX LIABILITY OF ual’s 2010 transition period, such individual of Senator BAUCUS from Montana, Sen- CERTAIN FEDERAL CONTRACTORS. shall be treated for purposes of any COBRA (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 6330(h) is amend- continuation provision as having timely paid ator GRASSLEY, and their staffs for ed by inserting ‘‘or if the person subject to the amount of such premium if— helping us accomplish it. the levy (or any predecessor thereof) is a ‘‘(i) such individual’s qualifying event was Also, let me thank my friend and col- Federal contractor that was identified as on or after April 1, 2010 and prior to the date league, Senator CARDIN from Maryland, owing such employment taxes through the of enactment of this paragraph, and for his good work and cooperation on Federal Payment Levy Program’’ before the ‘‘(ii) such individual pays, by the latest of period at the end of the first sentence. this issue. Senator CARDIN has long 60 days after the date of the enactment of been a leader on retirement issues. I re- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment this paragraph, 30 days after the date of pro- made by this section shall apply to levies vision of the notification required under call in the House supporting a land- issued after December 31, 2010. paragraph (16)(D)(ii) (as applied by subpara- mark retirement bill that bore his AMENDMENT NO. 3451 graph (D) of this paragraph), or the period name: the Portman-Cardin Pension Re- (Purpose: To make technical changes) described in section 4980B(f)(2)(B)(iii) of the form Act of 2001. Strike section 201 and insert the following: Internal Revenue Code of 1986, the amount of Almost 4 years ago, I was proud to SEC. 201. EXTENSION OF UNEMPLOYMENT INSUR- such premium, after the application of para- support the Pension Protection Act of ANCE PROVISIONS. graph (1)(A). 2006. That piece of legislation adopted a ‘‘(B) REFUNDS AND CREDITS FOR RETRO- (a) IN GENERAL.—(1) Section 4007 of the stringent new funding regime for single Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 (Pub- ACTIVE PREMIUM ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY.—In lic Law 110–252; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amend- the case of an assistance eligible individual employer defined benefit pension plans. ed— who pays, with respect to any period of It raised the full funding target to 100 (A) by striking ‘‘April 5, 2010’’ each place it COBRA continuation coverage during such percent, based the sponsor’s contribu- appears and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2010’’; individual’s 2010 transition period, the pre- tion requirements on the funded status (B) in the heading for subsection (b)(2), by mium amount for such coverage without re- of the plan, encouraged pre-funding of striking ‘‘APRIL 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘DECEM- gard to paragraph (1)(A), rules similar to the pension funds through the recognition rules of paragraph (12)(E) shall apply. BER 31, 2010’’; and of credit balances, and included much- (C) in subsection (b)(3), by striking ‘‘Sep- ‘‘(C) 2010 TRANSITION PERIOD.— tember 4, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘May 31, 2011’’. ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this needed smoothing of both assets and li- (2) Section 2002(e) of the Assistance for Un- paragraph, the term ‘transition period’ abilities. employed Workers and Struggling Families means, with respect to any assistance eligi- All of these were positive changes. Act, as contained in Public Law 111–5 (26 ble individual, any period of coverage if— Unfortunately, just as the Pension Pro- U.S.C. 3304 note; 123 Stat. 438), is amended— ‘‘(I) such assistance eligible individual ex- tection Act’s stringent funding require- (A) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ‘‘April perienced an involuntary termination that ments began to be implemented, the 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2010’’; was a qualifying event prior to the date of assets of most pension funds were de- (B) in the heading for paragraph (2), by enactment of the American Workers, State, striking ‘‘APRIL 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘DECEM- and Business Relief Act of 2010, and pleted by the economic recession. BER 31, 2010’’; and ‘‘(II) paragraph (1)(A) applies to such pe- The gravity of the situation was re- (C) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘October riod by reason of the amendments made by flected in a recent Mercer study of over 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘June 30, 2011’’. section 211 of the American Workers, State, 800 companies. Mercer found that re- (3) Section 2005 of the Assistance for Unem- and Business Relief Act of 2010. quired cash contributions to pension ployed Workers and Struggling Families ‘‘(ii) CONSTRUCTION.—Any period during the plans will be more than 400 percent Act, as contained in Public Law 111–5 (26 period described in subclauses (I) and (II) of higher in 2010 than in 2009. U.S.C. 3304 note; 123 Stat. 444), is amended— clause (i) for which the applicable premium (A) by striking ‘‘April 5, 2010’’ each place it has been paid pursuant to subparagraph (A) Over the last year, dozens of employ- appears and inserting ‘‘January 1, 2011’’; and shall be treated as a period of coverage re- ers who sponsor defined benefit plans (B) in subsection (c), by striking ‘‘Sep- ferred to in such paragraph, irrespective of have come to me and to many Members tember 4, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘June 1, 2011’’. any failure to timely pay the applicable pre- of this body asking for relief from the (4) Section 5 of the Unemployment Com- mium (other than pursuant to subparagraph stringent funding rules of the Pension pensation Extension Act of 2008 (Public Law (A)) for such period. Protection Act. They hope to avoid se- 110–449; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amended by ‘‘(D) NOTIFICATION.—Notification provi- striking ‘‘September 4, 2010’’ and inserting vere cost-cutting measures. A May 2009 sions similar to the provisions of paragraph survey indicated that the over- ‘‘May 31, 2011’’. (16)(E) shall apply for purposes of this para- (b) FUNDING.—Section 4004(e)(1) of the Sup- graph.’’. whelming majority of DB plan spon- plemental Appropriations Act, 2008 (Public (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments sors—68 percent—will have to cut other Law 110–252; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amended— made by this section shall take effect as if expenses, including jobs, in order to (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ‘‘and’’ included in the provisions of section 3001 of make required pension contributions. at the end; and division B of the American Recovery and Re- Even if the market were to come (2) by inserting after subparagraph (D) the investment Act of 2009. soaring back tomorrow, this relief following new subparagraph: In section 212, strike ‘‘December 31, 2009’’ ‘‘(E) the amendments made by section and insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. would still be appropriate. A February 201(a)(1) of the American Workers, State, and In section 231, strike ‘‘this title’’ and in- 2010 study by Towers Watson found Business Relief Act of 2010; and’’. sert ‘‘this Act’’. that even if equities rise by 20 percent

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Corker Johanns Vitter CUS and GRASSLEY included targeted Cornyn Kyl Mr. GREGG. I object. Wicker funding relief in this tax package. Crapo LeMieux The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- DeMint Lugar Our amendment makes small but im- tion is heard. portant changes to the underlying lan- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. Mr. REID. I failed to mention this guage, mostly affecting the application GILLIBRAND). On this vote, the yeas are does not violate pay-go. of the ‘‘cash flow rule.’’ Generally 66, the nays are 34. Three-fifths of the speaking, the cash flow rule forces em- Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, I object. Senators duly chosen and sworn having ployers to make additional contribu- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- voted in the affirmative, the motion is tions to their plan above the amount tion is heard. agreed to. they would normally owe. CLOTURE MOTION Ms. LANDRIEU. I move to reconsider Fe do not oppose the inclusion of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the vote. Mr. BURRIS. I move to lay that mo- cash flow rule in the relief package. We the previous order and pursuant to rule agree that that is an appropriate stick tion on the table. XXII, the Chair lays before the Senate The motion to lay on the table was in exchange for the carrot of relief. the pending cloture motion, which the However, the stick can last up to 7 agreed to. clerk will report. Ms. LANDRIEU. I suggest the ab- years while the relief is only available The assistant legislative clerk read sence of a quorum. for 2 years. Accordingly, we are urging as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. this Senate to limit these restrictive CLOTURE MOTION KAUFMAN). The clerk will call the roll. conditions on the funding relief that We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- The legislative clerk proceeded to we are offering to employers in this call the roll. amendment. ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, hereby move Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, I Sponsors would continue to receive 2 to bring to a close debate on the Baucus sub- ask unanimous consent that the order years of relief from the onerous fund- stitute amendment No. 3336 to H.R. 4213, the for the quorum call be rescinded. ing obligations imposed by the Pension Tax Extenders Act of 2009. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Protection Act. However, our amend- Harry Reid, Max Baucus, Richard J. Dur- UDALL of Colorado). Without objection, ment applies the cash flow rule for 3 bin, Roland W. Burris, Kent Conrad, it is so ordered. years for the 2 plus 7 option and 5 years Benjamin L. Cardin, Patrick J. Leahy, AMENDMENT NO. 3381 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3336 John D. Rockefeller, IV, Robert Menen- for the 15 year option—as opposed to 4 (Purpose: To reauthorize the DC opportunity dez, Daniel K. Inouye, Robert P. Casey, and 7 years, respectively. scholarship program, and for other purposes) Our goal here is to achieve a balance. Jr., Jon Tester, Bill Nelson, Charles E. Schumer, Kay R. Hagan, Sheldon Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, I We want to ensure the viability of the Whitehouse, Tom Harkin. ask unanimous consent that the pend- pension security system by ensuring ing amendment be set aside and that I that the plans are fully funded. At the The PRESIDING OFFICER. By unan- be permitted to call up amendment No. same time, we want to make the relief imous consent, the mandatory quorum 3381 and that at the end of my state- usable to employers so they will be call has been waived. ment, the amendment then be with- incentivized to continue their defined The question is, Is it the sense of the drawn. benefit pension programs. Senate that debate on amendment No. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without I continue to support efforts to pro- 3336, offered by the Senator from Mon- objection, it is so ordered. tect taxpayers by strongly opposing tana, Mr. BAUCUS, to H.R. 4213, an act The clerk will report the amendment. any attempts to break down the wall to amend the Internal Revenue Code of The bill clerk read as follows: between the Pension Benefit Guaranty 1986 to extend certain expiring provi- The Senator from Connecticut [Mr. Corporation and general Treasury sions, and for other purposes, shall be LIEBERMAN], for himself, Ms. COLLINS, Mrs. funds. brought to a close? FEINSTEIN, Mr. BYRD, Mr. ENSIGN, and Mr. The yeas and nays are mandatory VOINOVICH, proposes an amendment num- I thank Senators GRASSLEY and BAU- bered 3381 to amendment 3336. CUS for accepting our amendment and under the rule. Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, I thank the staff for their work on the The clerk will call the roll. ask unanimous consent that the read- amendment. Cathy Koch and Tom The assistant legislative clerk called ing of the amendment be dispensed Reeder with Senator BAUCUS; Chris the roll. with. Condeluci with Senator GRASSLEY; The result was announced—yeas 66, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Debra Forbes with Senator HARKIN; nays 34, as follows: objection, it is so ordered. Greg Dean with Senator ENZI; Femeia [Rollcall Vote No. 46 Leg.] (The text of the amendment is print- Adamson with Senator CARDIN; and Ed YEAS—66 ed in the RECORD of Wednesday, March Egee with my staff. 3, 2010, under ‘‘Text of Amendments.’’) The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- Akaka Feingold Mikulski Baucus Feinstein Murkowski Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, this jority leader. Bayh Franken Murray amendment that I rise to offer has been Mr. REID. Mr. President, there was Begich Gillibrand Nelson (FL) cosponsored by a bipartisan group, I debate this morning and a lot of talk Bennet Hagan Pryor Bingaman Harkin Reed am pleased to say: Senators COLLINS of outside the Chamber regarding the Boxer Inouye Reid Maine, BYRD of West Virginia, FEIN- TANF summer jobs program. The ob- Brown (MA) Isakson Rockefeller STEIN of California, VOINOVICH of Ohio, jection of a number of Senators raised Brown (OH) Johnson Sanders and ENSIGN of Nevada. was that it was paid for over 10 years Burris Kaufman Schumer Byrd Kerry Shaheen The purpose of this amendment is to rather than 5 years. In an effort to Cantwell Klobuchar Snowe reauthorize—literally, to save—the Op- compromise this, Senators MURRAY Cardin Kohl Specter portunity Scholarship Program or and KERRY agreed that we would drop Carper Landrieu Stabenow OSP. Some know it as the DC school Casey Lautenberg Tester anything relating to TANF in this Chambliss Leahy Udall (CO) voucher program. We are offering our amendment and over 5 years pay for Cochran Levin Udall (NM) amendment to this legislation because summer jobs in the amount of $743 mil- Collins Lieberman Voinovich without prompt action by Congress, lion. As everyone will remember, it was Conrad Lincoln Warner the OSP, I am afraid, will end. The cur- Dodd McCaskill Webb originally $1.5 billion. So this would be Dorgan Menendez Whitehouse rent administrator has advised Sec- lowered to $743 million. It is paid for Durbin Merkley Wyden retary Duncan that it will no longer

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I know there are sev- the students in the program and their the program, if only for those students eral bills coming before the Senate, in- parents—as our committee has had the currently participating, even that will cluding the reauthorization of the privilege to hear—to know this pro- become impossible. FAA, which will come soon and that gram has served as a life changer—not This amendment, as I will explain in will be subject to amendment and, just a game changer but a life chang- a moment, will reauthorize this pro- therefore, I will be afforded an oppor- er—for many of these children in this gram for 5 years at essentially its cur- tunity—myself and my cosponsors—to program. rent levels. As I will explain in a mo- amend those bills and to offer this op- We also have a federally mandated ment, it is working, and it is im- portunity scholarship amendment to study that documents the success of mensely popular with families of chil- those bills. this program. Despite a lot of mis- dren and failing schools in the District I don’t know at this moment that we leading statements by those who op- of Columbia. It is supported by the have the 60 votes to pass this amend- pose the program, the science behind chancellor of the school system, ment, but what I am committed to this study—an independent study re- Michelle Rhee, and by Mayor Fenty. It doing is making sure we have debate on quired by a previous act of Congress is warmly endorsed by the families of the amendment and a vote on the authorizing this proposal—proves that the students who have benefited from amendment so the Senate can be heard the program is working. It is one thing this program as it literally changed and, in that sense, is challenged to to hear the students and their parents their lives. Yet it has run into opposi- take a position on this amendment and talk about how their lives have been tion in Congress, I fear from people this program which, I repeat, has been changed with the opportunity to go to who are committed to defending a sta- a lifeline for kids trying to get a decent a school that has made them feel they tus quo that is not working. education and build a better life. can be a success and educated them Chancellor Michelle Rhee is working In my view, this amendment did be- better, but Dr. Patrick Wolf, the lead so hard to reform the school system of long on the American Workers, State, investigator for the study that was au- our Nation’s Capital, the public school and Business Relief Act—the under- thorized by a previous act of Congress, system. Why would she be supporting lying bill before the Senate—because, concluded: this Opportunity Scholarship Program obviously, the opportunity to seek and The DC voucher program has proven to be that will allow some children—low-in- receive a better education enables our the most effective education policy evalu- children to be better, more productive ated by the Federal Government’s official come children—in the District of Co- educational research arm so far. lumbia to get this scholarship and go workers, to help our businesses and, of That is an awful lot to be able to say. course, to grow our national economy. to a private or faith-based school? She So the path this bill has followed, the Achievement gaps in our schools have said, in terms that were very compel- opposition to it, has been so frus- ling, as she testified before committees a profound effect on the quality of our trating. People say this is money that of Congress, the following: That if a workforce and on the future of our is coming out of the public school parent of a student in a school that lit- economy. Most importantly, the qual- budget. The whole design of this origi- erally had been determined to be fail- ity of our schools has a profound effect nal program was to add money in equal ing turned to her and said, can my on the quality of the lives of the chil- parts to the DC public schools—money child get a good education in the dren who go to better schools and get a it would not otherwise have received. school the public school system sends better education. It was a kind of compensatory balance: her to, she can’t now say yes to parents Like so many millions and millions the same amount to the charter of students who are in these designated of others in our country today, includ- schools, which are doing very well here failing schools. ing, I am sure, a lot of other Members in Washington, and then the same And she said, I think with great of the Senate, my life was transformed amount to the opportunity scholarship strength and conviction and honesty— by the public schools of my hometown program. So money not from the public and she is the head of the public school of Stamford, CT, which gave me an schools, but an education opportunity system here—that until she can tell education that enabled me to be the for poor kids in Washington now going these parents that their children will first person in my family to go to col- to schools designated as unable to edu- get a good education in the public lege, and then I was able to go to law cate them, and instead giving them the schools of the District of Columbia, she school after that. opportunity to go to better private or cannot in good conscience oppose this There are within the District of Co- faith-based schools. plan that will basically enable these lumbia so many gifted and talented I thank the Chair and my colleagues children a lifeline while she is fixing students who are in schools that are for allowing me the time to bring up the DC public schools—a lifeline to a developing their gifts or growing their my amendment. As I say, I look for- better education, a better career, a bet- talents by giving them a good edu- ward to engaging in the very near fu- ter life. cation. The OSP takes a limited num- ture in a larger discussion of these Her own estimate is that it will take ber of those—and they are low in- issues, and at greater length, by sub- her 5 years more to get the DC public come—and gives them a chance for a mitting this as an amendment to the schools to where she wants them and better education and a better life. next bill that comes to the Senate every parent of a child here in the Dis- I regret that I am not going to be floor. trict wants them to be. That is the able to debate this issue and to get a AMENDMENT NO. 3381, WITHDRAWN length of the reauthorization of this vote on this amendment on this bill, Pursuant, nonetheless, to the agree- program that our amendment would but we are going to wait for the next ment I had with the leadership and my provide. opportunity to do so. I do want to colleagues in the Senate, under- I understand there will be a point of make, however, some brief remarks on standing there was not consent to pro- order raised against our amendment, as the substance here. ceed, I will now withdraw my amend- well as objections to proceeding to a I have followed the status of the OSP ment. vote on our amendment, and that, for several years in my capacity as The PRESIDING OFFICER. The therefore, I will be obliged to withdraw chairman of the Homeland Security amendment is withdrawn. my amendment. It was not possible on and Governmental Affairs Committee. Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, I this bill to receive the consent nec- It is one of those strange twists of Sen- yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- essary to bring up this amendment for ate committee jurisdiction that the sence of a quorum. a vote, although I am pleased to under- governmental affairs part of the juris- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The stand that no objections would likely diction of our committee—the tradi- clerk will call the roll.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1294 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 The bill clerk proceeded to call the after the new President was in office. that the cuts were too large or at least roll. We had to stimulate the economy, and Congress did not have the will to let Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I ask many of us warned that the legislation them go into effect, so we wiped it out. unanimous consent that the order for was not stimulative in nature and it We did not let the cuts come in. the quorum call be rescinded. was not going to create the kind of jobs We have been doing it now for over a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without we needed to create. It just was not. decade, Republicans and Democrats— objection, it is so ordered. I remember quoting from a Wall each one had a majority. Instead of fac- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, we Street Journal op-ed by Gary Becker, a ing up to the shortfall in the physi- earlier had a cloture vote on, what I Nobel Prize economics winner. He cians’ reimbursement, we have allowed guess is called the jobs bill. It has some warned the bill was not stimulative this problem to grow. What it amounts things in it that I think might be help- enough. But we had to pass it. It was to is, if Congress does not act, the doc- ful to this economy. Continuing cer- supposed to be for crumbling bridges tors who are taking care of our parents tain tax cuts is important. But I have and infrastructure. and grandparents on Medicare will to say, it is very much a disappoint- Yet less than 4 percent of the money have their payments cut 21 percent. A ment that the legislation spends $100 went to crumbling bridges and infra- lot of physicians are losing money on billion more than we have. In other structure. Most of it went to social Medicare today. If this were to happen, words, it will add $100 billion to the programs, bail out a State, Medicaid— there would be a massive quitting of debt of the United States. not job-creating things. Mr. Becker taking care of Medicare patients. They It was a few weeks ago that this Sen- told us in his op-ed shortly before the would not do it anymore. It is not ate voted for a pay-go idea that as- vote, giving his best judgment about right. You cannot justify, from any serted we were not going to spend what would happen, he said that it was logical approach to medicine, that we money we didn’t have and we were not going to be a job-creating bill; that should cut physicians by that kind of going to pay for what we spent. In you should look for well above $1 amount. I think fundamentally we other words, if we increase spending, growth out of an investment of $1 in need to restore it and put it on a path we are either going to raise taxes or stimulus funds. Their impression was, that is sustainable and a growth rate cut spending somewhere else to keep us he and his team, it was going to be well instead of a 21-percent cut. We need to on the right track. But we have not below $1. wrestle with how to do it. done that. This is actually a $140 bil- Now we come back this year, we If you fix the doctor fix, and you lion bill. want another stimulus, another jobs allow a modest growth instead of a 21- This bill has $40 billion in costs as- bill because the first one did not work. percent cut over the next 10 years, it sumed by the CBO for continuing the But now we are in a position where we will cost the U.S. Treasury $250 billion. tax credits that have been in place, are surging the debt of this country to That is a lot of money, even by Federal some of them, for 10 years. Those are a degree it has never been done before. Government standards. Our annual to be continued, and they score that as This, in many ways, exceeds World War highway bill has been about $40 billion. costing $40-some-odd billion. But that II, when we were in a life-and-death The annual budget of my State of Ala- is paid for. Our Democratic colleagues struggle. bama is less than $10 billion—$7 or $8 are prepared to pay for allowing the These are just the basic numbers. In billion for the whole State, including American people to keep money that is 2008, the total American public debt education. That $250 billion is a lot of theirs; money that the government was $5.8 trillion. In 2013, according to money. But millions of American sen- hasn’t assessed against them and ex- the Congressional Budget Office, our iors are treated every day by physi- tracted from them over a 10-year pe- own experts, based on the 10-year budg- cians and they paid into the Medicare riod. That is paid for through other in- et the President has submitted that Program for 40 years. They have been creases in taxes and other activities would double to $12.3 trillion. Congress told that when they get to be seniors at which, so far, offset that. But the $104 actually ended up passing a 5-year retirement age, they will get basically billion of new spending is not paid for. budget very similar to his first 5 years, free physician services. It is a commit- Regardless, the bill is a bill that adds but this shows the track the President ment we made. Maybe it was improvi- $104 billion to the debt. I don’t see how has proposed the country move on. I dent at the time. Maybe we could have that is a responsible action for our am not making this up. Then, in 2019, been smarter about the way it was Congress. Because last year, in Feb- it would go up to $17.5 trillion. CBO is done, but that is what we told them, ruary, Congress passed an $800 billion stating that next year’s deficit will ex- and I believe we have to honor that in stimulus package—the largest spending ceed this year’s deficit. The deficit of principle today. bill in the history of America, and the year ending September 30 of last This bill attempts to deal with it by every penny of it was added to the debt year was $1.4 trillion. They are esti- extending it, as we have done each of the United States. It was the kind of mating our next year will be about $1.5 time, 1 year. That is what I call a budg- bill the likes of which Congress has trillion. et gimmick. It is a misrepresentation never, ever seen before. We did that. So, blithely, our leadership walks in of the true state of our finances be- And that was not long after the $700 today and says we have to extend un- cause what will occur is, we will put billion financial bailout package—the employment insurance, we have to do a the money in for this year. It is going TARP bill. The one thing about the number of other things, and we have to cost $7.3 billion to fix this year’s TARP bill is that we always under- not figured out a way to raise the doctors’ payments. But you know what stood we were to get some of it back. money for it or reduce spending on pro- the CBO scores when they estimate And we would have gotten a lot more grams that do not work so we will just what our debt will be? They assumed of it if they had spent it to buy toxic borrow it too. That is not calculated in the law will go back into effect next assets, instead of giving billions of dol- these numbers. That was not legisla- year, and there will be a 21- or maybe lars to one insurance company; giving tion that was on the agenda or on the then 22-percent or 23-percent cut in a huge amount of money to General books before the Congressional Budget physician payments. They will assume Motors, which is unlikely ever to be Office made this scoring. that is going to be true for 9 years, paid back by that company. Now the There are other things we know are leaving about $240 billion extra money government basically owns an auto- going to be part of this. I will talk that we in Congress can spend—except mobile company and an insurance com- about a few of them. One of the things it is going to be paid. We cannot cut pany. And that is not anything like that is in the legislation before us is the physicians by that much money. what we were told when that TARP bill what we have come to refer to as the We know we are going to fix it, 1 year came before the Senate. I believed at doctor fix. I feel strongly about that. at a time. It appears we do not have the time, it was so unprincipled and We had passed the Balanced Budget the courage or the will to fix it perma- such a dangerous piece of legislation Act in the late 1990s, and it contained nently like we should, so we will just that I opposed it vigorously. But Con- the growth of Medicare spending on fix it and we will use that and then gress said we had to pass it and it payments of physicians. As the years they can make the deficit look better passed. Then we came back in January went by, we realized pretty quickly than that.

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We know somebody will pay. other mechanisms to deal with this, They make an estimate based on what Can anybody dispute that—that any- and one of the things we are going to the law is today, so we can fix the doc- thing we take in today and distribute have to face up to is that there are a tors’ payments for 1 year, but for the among ourselves and enjoy today some- lot of programs in this government next 9 years they assume we have a lot body paid for? that are not returning value for the more money than we have because we Who is going to pay for this? Let me taxpayers. We are extracting money are going to fix it every year. This kind tell you. Last year, the interest on the from taxpayers. We are sending it out of gimmickry is what put us in this fix. debt of the United States was $187 bil- to programs that are not producing Let me say this: An attempt was lion. That is a lot of money. The Fed- any legitimate return, and they should made earlier this year to do a doctor eral highway bill is $40 billion. Interest be eliminated. When is the last time we fix outside the health care reform bill. on the debt was $187 billion. Alabama, have ever eliminated any expenditure That was a very duplicitous act, in my an average size State of 4 million peo- in this country where we can see that opinion. I have to be frank with my ple, has a general fund budget of less it has not been effective? colleagues. Why? What was wrong than $10 billion. $187 billion. But be- Well, a lot of our reports show that a about that? The President has always cause we are tripling the debt in 10 lot of our government programs are in- said that in health care reform, in fix- years, in 2019, according to the Con- effective. There are a lot of things we ing our health care problem, what we gressional Budget Office, in that year can do to enhance our productivity as need to do was deal with physician pay- alone people still alive and well in the a national government to eliminate ments, the SGR. But when they sat in United States and making some money this surge in debt and get us off the that secret room around here, moving and trying to feed their families will path we are on that I think leads to fi- the money around to try to figure out pay $800 billion on the debt in inter- nancial problems in the future. how to present a bill and plop it out on est—in that year alone, $800 billion. A witness before the Budget Com- the floor and ask us all to vote for it, This is a burden that our economy mittee testified that studies show that they had a problem. They had promised will be carrying for years. By the way, this kind of debt with the high interest the bill would be deficit neutral. But if there is no plan to pay it down. In fact, payments, will pull down our economic they fix the doctor fix, it was going to in 2019, it is projected the deficit will growth. Most people think economic growth cost $250 billion. They could not make be almost $1 trillion that year. The is going to get us out of this fix. But if the numbers work. debt, the deficit, and the shortfall in we are burdened with high interest Do you know what the Democratic income over expenditures in 2019 will rates, if the U.S. Government is going leadership tried to do? They brought it still be growing. The debt will still be out in the marketplace and competing up separately. We are going to pass a surging. with private business to get people to bill in the Congress that would have Greece is in such a terrible fix today; loan you money, it tends to drive up funded the fix of the doctors. Every their deficit amounts to about 12.7 per- interest rates. It tends to reduce the penny of it goes straight to the debt. cent of the entire gross domestic prod- amount of money available in the mar- But because they took it out of health uct of the nation of Greece. They are ketplace for private business. They pre- care reform and sat it over here, they considered to be very unstable. The dict it would at least reduce the were going to say the health care re- economy is thoroughly in danger. They growth by 1 percentage point in the fu- form did not cost any money. I can dis- are going through some significant re- ture. When you are talking about 2 per- pute that and it is not accurate, but forms to try to work their way out of cent annual growth, and you drop to 1 that is what they did. it. Our deficit-to-GDP ratio this year is percent growth, or 3 percent and you But do you know what happened? 9.7 percent. drop to 2 percent growth, this is seri- Thirteen Democrats said no. To their This is one of the highest ratios in ous. great credit, under, I am sure, pressure, the world, and it is a danger that we So it is no doubt this kind of debt they decided: I am not going to vote for face. So to get down to the nub of the will crowd out spending when we have another big debt increase on a bill that matter, I am not going to vote for this $800 billion in the tenth year just to is not paid for. We ought to make this bill. I am sure some of my colleagues pay interest. It will be the biggest ex- paid for. They were listening to their will say: That is because you do not penditure the government has on any constituents back home and they are like the unemployed, and you do not account. That is a problem. concerned about it. I know colleagues want to help them. I do want to help So I would say it is time to take this on both sides of the aisle are definitely them. bill back. Let’s look at it. Let’s see if concerned about this deficit. But I just I am sure it is going to be because we cannot contain some of the spend- wish to say if it had passed and it some of my colleagues will say: You do ing that is in it, and let’s see if we can- would have been another hiding of the not want to pay the doctors. You do not pay for the rest of it and produce a debt by doing it in that fashion. not like doctors so you are mean and bill that we can be proud of that will Since that failed, we now have it in cold-hearted. And: Do not worry about help people in need without socking it this bill for 1 year. It is going to be un- the debt, SESSIONS. to the debt of America. paid for and it will go straight to the But at some point we have to bring I yield the floor. debt. I think people who voted against our house under control. Just like a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The as- the last doctor fix because it was not family budget, we cannot continue to sistant majority leader. paid for and added to the debt should spend dramatically more than we take Mr. DURBIN. I ask unanimous con- vote against this legislation because it in. sent to speak as in morning business. continues to take us in that direction. We passed a resolution. This Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Finally, I will say the entire debt passed a bill that is supposed to limit objection, it is so ordered. process we are on is dangerous to our expenditures through a pay-go mecha- NATIONAL DEBT economy in the long run. This much nism. It was predicted then that people Mr. DURBIN. I do not quarrel with money being poured into the economy were not serious when they were pass- the Senator from Alabama about our and being unwisely spent—as Mr. Beck- ing it. This would be the second time national debt and the threat that it er warned us a year ago—has to have we voted in a matter of weeks to break possesses. I certainly understand we some positive impact. For heaven’s through pay-go, and this is $100 billion. are borrowing a lot of money from sake, you borrow $800 billion from the I would suggest there are a number of countries overseas, and we want to see future and you pump it into this econ- things that can be done. One of them that come to an end. omy today and now we are talking is, we can go back and look at the That kind of indebtedness leads to a about another $100 billion we borrow unspent stimulus money. There is dependency which is not healthy for

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There are five unemployed when President William Clinton left of- Medicare Program for prescription people for every job in America. What fice, he left office with a national debt, drugs. I thought it was a positive we provide is about $1,100 or $1,200 a total accumulated national debt thing. We could have saved a lot of month—hardly a sum that one can live throughout our history of about $5.7 money if we would have built into it on comfortably for any length of time trillion. But when he left office, we competition for the pharmaceutical in most places in America. But that were in surplus. We were actually gen- companies. But the pharmaceutical $1,200 a month keeps families to- erating a surplus in the Federal Treas- companies did not want that. They pre- gether—barely. ury, and the surplus was being used to vailed. We ended up passing the Medi- Now the Republicans come to the extend the life of the Social Security care Pharmaceutical Program, and it floor and say this is a serious mistake. trust fund. We were adding more and cost us about $400 billion, added to the Providing unemployment insurance, more years of solvency to Social Secu- deficit. according to the Senate Republican rity because we were generating a sur- Start adding those things up and we whip, Senator KYL, creates a disincen- plus. realize that at the end of 8 years, a tive for people to look for work. It is hard to imagine that this was President who had promised to be a fis- Well, I would challenge him. I have the case only 9 years ago, and yet it cal conservative left us with twice the talked to the people who are out of was. The government was then handed national debt that he had inherited and work and have yet to find any who be- over to President George W. Bush, a the weakest economy America had lieve they are basking in the glow of new administration, an administration seen since the Great Depression. unemployment insurance. It is barely that ran on a platform of fiscal con- When President Obama took the oath enough to get by, and most people are servatism and dealing with over- of office a little over a year ago, he in- exhausting their savings. spending and the national debt. herited this weak economy and two Second, this bill is going to provide What happened at the end of 8 years? wars. He inherited another $1 trillion for additional help to pay for health in- At the end of 8 years, the national debt in debt that came out of this weak surance for the unemployed. If you lose had grown from $5.7 trillion, on the economy as soon as he walked into the your job, the first casualty is your last day that William Jefferson Clinton office. So when my Republican col- health insurance. So the President was in office, to almost $13 trillion leagues come to the floor of the Senate said, we need to have our government when President George W. Bush left of- and talk about how insensitive Demo- pick up 65 percent of the health insur- fice 8 years later. It more than doubled crats are to our national debt, I have ance premiums for the unemployed. in that period of time. to remind them when they were in con- How much do they run? It is $1,200 or What happened? First, the situation trol and their President was in control $1,300 a month in my State, the aver- beyond President Bush’s control: 9/11, we more than doubled the national age for a family, health insurance plan. devastating to our economy. We know debt. We had two wars, unpaid for; we So it would eat up virtually every what happened. People stopped pur- cut taxes on the wealthiest people in penny of unemployment just to keep chasing, people stopped traveling. America; we added a Medicare Program your health insurance plan. So we pick There was a general concern about the that was not paid for; we left the econ- up two-thirds of the cost, and the peo- safety of our country and the certainty omy in shambles; and left the debt for ple try to hang on, paying about $400 a of our future, and that took its toll on the next President. It was not a wel- month so they can keep their health our economy. There is no question come that most Presidents would like insurance. about that. I am not going to go into at the White House. What difference does it make if they any suggestion that President Bush Now come the Republicans and say: lose their health insurance? Well, two was culpable in that regard. He was a Well, the thing we need to do at this things are going to happen if they lose victim as we were as a nation on 9/11. moment in time, with all of our unem- their health insurance. They may qual- But conscious decisions were then ployed, is to cut government spending. ify for Medicaid, which is a govern- made by this administration after 9/11: I have to say to them, I want to cut ment health insurance plan, which we For instance, the decision to invade out wasteful spending. But if you ask will ultimately pay for as taxpayers. Iraq was a decision I did not share. I any credible mainline economist, they They will certainly lose their continu- was one of 23 Senators who voted will tell you that cutting government ation of coverage, so that if someone in against the invasion of Iraq. I happen spending in general is exactly the their family has a preexisting condi- to think that was the right decision to wrong thing to do when the economy is tion, they may find it difficult to ever stay out of that war. in recession. qualify for insurance again until they But, as a nation, we deciding to go What we need to do is to infuse the find that job and get into a group pol- forward. Congress voted that way. economy with investments and spend- icy. If they have a child who is asth- President Bush said: We are going to ing that will keep aggregate demand matic or who has a serious illness, they wage this war, but we will not pay for growing for goods and services, keeping may find that child uninsurable be- it. We will take the cost of this war people in business, hiring people, who cause they have lost their health insur- and add it to our national debt. then pay their taxes and go on to buy ance. If you look back at history, World products that help others. That is the So when Members of the Senate come War II, for example, most of us remem- nature of the kind of economic activity before us and say they are going to ber either reading about or seeing some that brings us out of recession. vote against unemployment benefits evidence of war bonds—borrowing from So when the Republicans argue to and health insurance, they are literally the American people to pay for war. cut spending in the midst of a reces- voting against millions of Americans Yet we incurred a massive debt at the sion, they are going to dig the hole who are flat out of luck and have no same time. Wars are costly. deeper. There will be less money spent place to turn and are merely trying to President Bush initiated this war in in the economy. There will be less de- make it and trying to get by. Iraq and Afghanistan and paid for nei- mand for goods and services. Fewer Part of this measure is paid for in ther one. That added to our national people will be working, fewer busi- offsets and sources of revenue. I cer- debt. He also did something that had nesses surviving, and the recession will tainly applaud that. never been done in the history of the get worse instead of better. I thank the Senator from Montana, United States. In the midst of a war, So the bill before us is a bill that has the chairman of the Senate Finance President Bush said we are going to cut several provisions in it, and one of Committee. But then come the Repub- taxes. It is counterintuitive. them deals with providing unemploy- licans and say: Well, let’s put more

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They told of terrible situa- Senate and House, why isn’t it good out of work, money for local units of tions where some of them had children enough for America? Why don’t we government that have seen a downturn who were literally dropped from cov- have exchanges just like that available in revenues, and investments in Amer- erage because they couldn’t continue for businesses and individuals to ica’s future. to pay the high premiums that went choose from, the best private health in- Now, I have seen some of those in- through the roof. surance plan that meets their pocket- vestments, and I will just say that I The Republican side of the aisle has book needs and their health needs? think those are investments that will told us: Stop this debate on health care That is what our bill does. Many on the pay off in jobs today and in assets in reform. Let’s stop and start over. As Republican side have condemned it as America and that will serve us for a the President said the other day, the socialism. The government administers long time to come. health insurance companies are not it, at least sets up the plans on the in- Two weeks ago I was up on the west starting over. The health insurance surance exchange. Guess what. Every side of Chicago, in Austin, where they companies are continuing to do what Senator’s health insurance plan would opened a new family care health cen- they know how to do, and that is to be socialistic by that definition. I don’t ter. It is a primary care clinic for those raise prices. see them rushing down to the Sec- who do not have health insurance or do Goldman Sachs is a firm with which retary of the Senate to cancel their not have much money, where they can most people are familiar. They put out coverage. They love it. I do too. It is see a doctor. It is going to be the nicest a report very recently about what they the best health insurance you could building on the block. It is beautiful. considered the best thing for the health ask for. To require minimum require- ments in terms of what coverage it will One-fourth of the money came from the insurance industry. Goldman Sachs have, that is what our plans do. When President’s stimulus package. It put a said, in this article that was published we say, do that in the bill, they say, lot of people to work building it and in the Huffington Post: now has created an asset that will there it is, government-run health in- What the firm sees as the best path for- surance. It is not. It is private health serve that neighborhood and that city ward for the private insurance industry’s for a long time to come. bottom line is, to be blunt, inaction. insurance plans. Two days ago, I was down in The study’s authors [at Goldman Sachs] There are 50 million Americans with- Caseyville, IL, 300 miles away from advise that if no reform is passed, earnings out insurance. We provide coverage for Chicago. I saw another project with per share would grow an estimated ten per- 30 million. Those are people who, when about $1.6 million of stimulus money cent from 2010 to 2019, and the value of the they get sick, go to the hospital, get that is going to build a community re- stock would rise an estimated 59 percent. taken care of, and the cost of their care tirement home in this area. I saw the The next best thing for the insurance indus- is passed on to everybody else who has try would be if the legislation passed by the people out working on the jobs now health insurance. That is not fair. It Senate Finance Committee is watered down costs us a lot of money as individuals. just this week. significantly. Ultimately, beyond the hundreds who We pay $1,000 a year in extra premiums This says that the best way to reach will build this project, some 50 will be for the uninsured. Our idea is to bring higher profitability for health insur- full-time employees. We are investing people under coverage so that when back in the community, in high-speed ance is for us to do nothing. The second they go to the hospital, their care is rail, in highways and bridges, in basic best way is to do very little. That is paid for, not by us but, in this case, ei- infrastructure, and in things that will what we are being asked to do by the ther by private health insurance or by serve us for a long time to come. Republican side of the aisle, either do Medicaid, the government health in- The Senator from Alabama says: nothing or do very little, take baby surance plan. Let’s stop doing that. Let’s stop put- steps, don’t really deal with the issue. When we asked the Republicans, if we ting that money into those invest- That is not going to solve the problem. cover 30 million in our approach, how ments. If we are going to provide competi- many do you cover of 50 million unin- I think that is shortsighted. I think tion and choice for small businesses sured, their answer is 3 million. That is what we need to do is to follow the and people buying health insurance, we not much of an effort, when you think President’s lead and to make the in- should offer them what we have as about it. I can understand why we need vestments in our economy today to get Members of Congress. If it is good to do more. it chugging and moving forward. That, enough for us, wouldn’t it be good There are two last points I wish to to me, is the first step in reducing our enough for the rest of America? Our make. One is that if we are going to long-term deficit. Until we get out of plan is pretty good. It is called the deal with health insurance in an honest this recession, get people back to work, Federal Employees Health Benefits way, we need to at least tell the health paying taxes, the deficit will continue Program. Eight million Federal em- insurance companies that the party is to grow. ployees and their families are in there. over. First, their antitrust exemption, What is the second thing we can do It has been in existence for 40 years. which they have had for 65 years, has to deal with our deficit? Health care My wife and I each year have an open to come to an end. Should they be al- costs. Health care costs are going enrollment period to choose from nine lowed to collude and conspire on prices through the roof. I have said before different private insurance plans in my and divide up the market at the ex- that the mayor of Kankakee, IL, told State of Illinois. These are plans that pense of consumers? We ought to put me last week that she just got the have to meet the basic requirements of an end to it. The House voted to do health insurance bill for 2,900 city em- Illinois so that they are not plans that that. Secondly, we have to put an end ployees for next year, and the pre- are worthless and they are plans that to the awful practice by many health miums are going up 83 percent. She is we pick based on our state in life. My insurance companies to deny coverage going to cut back on coverage, more wife and I are at a point where we buy to individuals because of preexisting copays, more deductibles, and hope to the biggest plan, the high-option plan. conditions, for example, or to say, if get it down to a 50-percent increase. It The Federal Government pays a share you get really sick, they will just cut will mean that in a city that is hard- of the premium cost; we pay the rest. you off in terms of how much they will pressed to meet basic needs, there will We would pay less if we had less cov- pay. Those things are gross abuses. be an additional million dollars in erage. But if we don’t like the plan, They need to change. The Republicans health insurance premium costs next next year we have open enrollment have yet to offer a plan that deals with year for even less coverage. That story again. We can pick another one. What those gross insurance abuses. Their is being repeated over and over across a great idea for consumers, to be able baby steps don’t even deal with the se- the United States. to pick and choose, go shopping just rious issues.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1298 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 Finally, when it comes to Medicare, Republicans, however, could also point to [From Goldman Sachs, Mar. 3, 2010] 40 million Americans count on it, those the analysis as bolstering their contention AMERICAS: MANAGED CARE—A FRONT-LINE who are seniors and disabled. It only that Democrats should be focused more on PERSPECTIVE ON 2010 COMMERCIAL PRICE & has about 9 years of solvency left. Our controlling costs and less on broadly expand- PRODUCT TRENDS ing coverage to the uninsured. bill doubles the life of Medicare, an- TRANSCRIPT FROM OUR SIXTH ANNUAL CALL other 9 or 10 years of longevity. That is The research brief is largely based on a re- WITH STEVE LEWIS good for seniors and for all of us. We cent conference call with Steve Lewis, an in- We hosted our seventh-annual industry ex- dustry expert with Willis, a major insurance want to cut out the waste, and there is pert conference call with Steve Lewis, re- broker. gional leader for the employee benefits prac- waste. We want to provide basic qual- tice of Willis, the third largest insurance ity care. But doing nothing, as many In the call, Mr. Lewis noted that ‘‘price competition is down from a year ago’’ and broker in the world. The call provided a Republicans counsel us to do on health explained that his clients—mostly midsize front-line perspective on 2010 industry pric- care reform, means Medicare will go employers seeking to buy health coverage ing and product trends, with a focus on the broke in 9 years. I don’t want to be for their employees—were facing a tough key middle-market segment of the industry. around to see that happen. I want to be market, in which insurance carriers are in- A transcript of the conference call is pro- part of the solution. creasingly willing to abandon existing cus- vided in the body of this report. My final point is this: We started off tomers to improve their profit margins. INDUSTRY PRICE DISCIPLINE HAS STRENGTHENED FURTHER talking about the deficit and debt. If ‘‘We feel this is the most challenging envi- we don’t deal with health care costs ronment for us and our clients in my 20 years Two years ago, Lewis and his team were one of the few industry sources pointing and bringing them down, we can’t raise in the business,’’ Mr. Lewis said, according to a transcript included in the Goldman (correctly) to aggressive pricing by the car- enough money in taxes to keep up with riers in a lead up to severe margin deteriora- this skyrocketing cost. State govern- brief. ‘‘Not only is price competition down from a year ago,’’ he added, ‘‘but trend or tion experienced in 1H2008. Then, a year ago, ments, local governments, and the Fed- (health care) inflation is also up and appears Lewis and his team pointed to stronger pric- eral Government will all be faced with to be rising. The incumbent carriers seem ing discipline by most of the public compa- this kind of increased bill and in- more willing than ever to walk away from nies (though with some outliers). Now, Lewis creased debt and increased deficit each existing business resulting in some carrier and his team find price discipline has year. That is the reality of doing noth- changes.’’ strengthened noticeably further. OUR VIEW IS THAT THE INDUSTRY DOWNCYCLE IS ing on health care reform when it The report also indicated that employers BOTTOMING comes to deficit and debt. are reducing benefit levels, in some cases by We note that the improvement in commer- I ask unanimous consent to have adding deductibles for prescription drug cov- cial industry pricing discipline has emerged erage in addition to co-payments, and rais- printed in the RECORD a New York from multiple industry sources over the past ing other out-of-pocket costs for employees Times piece relative to the health care 18 months. Our view is that it reflects a re- as a way of lowering the cost of insurance insurance industry, as well as this covery from the severity of under-pricing without increasing annual premiums and during the recent industry down-cycle that analysis of managed care by Goldman employee contributions to them. Sachs and several articles which out- we think is now bottoming. line exactly what is going to happen. Kathleen Sebelius, the secretary of health With the group, our favorite names are The health care insurance industry is and human services, is expected to discuss UNH and CI, both CL-Buy rated. That said, the Goldman analysis on two Sunday tele- ours is a sector call as we see a ‘‘rising tide praying that we do nothing because vision talk shows, ‘‘Meet the Press’’ on NBC lifting all boats’’ as: (1) the cycle turn shows their profits will continue to sky- and ‘‘This Week’’ on ABC. in reserve building this year, with margin rocket. That is not fair to the families In his call with Goldman, Mr. Lewis said expansion next year, (2) health reform uncer- across America. beneficiaries were feeling the brunt of the tainty recedes, and (3) the headwind to earn- There being no objection, the mate- changes to existing policies. ‘‘Visually to ings from negative operating leverage eases rial was ordered to be printed in the employees, they’re fairly significant,’’ he as we anniversary the severe member drop of RECORD, as follows: said. 2009. TRANSCRIIPT OF CONFERENCE CALL WITH WILLIS [From the New York Times, Mar. 6, 2010] But the report also sounded cautionary Matt Borsch, Goldman Sachs: OBAMA WIELDS ANALYSIS OF INSURERS IN notes that the administration will probably HEALTH BATTLE not want to highlight. Good morning, everyone. Thanks for join- ing us today for the Goldman Sachs Managed (By David M. Herszenhorn) Asked by Goldman analysts about the ef- Care Industry Expert Conference Call with fort to pass major health care legislation, WASHINGTON.—To bolster the case for a far- Steve Lewis of employer benefit consulting Mr. Lewis said many employers experiencing reaching overhaul of the health care system, firm Willis. This will represent our 7th an- increases in their insurance costs were none- the Obama administration is seizing on a nual conference call with Steve Lewis. new analysis by Goldman Sachs, the New theless apprehensive about the president’s Steve and his team have agreed to give us York investment bank, recommending that proposal. frontline perspective on 2010 managed care investors buy shares in two big insurance ‘‘They’re very mixed in their reaction, pricing and product trends. As background, companies, the UnitedHealth Group and quite candidly consistent with what we’re Willis is the third largest insurance broker Cigna, because insurance rates are up sharp- seeing in the polling numbers by party in the world with approximately 350 million ly and competition is down. lines,’’ Mr. Lewis said. ‘‘I think most people in employee benefits revenues in North White House officials on Saturday said would acknowledge that there’s a need for America with a focus on the middle market that the Goldman Sachs analysis would be a health care reform; employers continue to be employer segment. ‘‘centerpiece’’ of their closing argument in very frustrated. So when they look at what That focus is particularly valuable given the push for major health care legislation. the Obama administration and the Demo- the lack of visibility on the segment from The president and Democratic Congressional cratic majority state as their goals to in- the other health benefit consulting firms. leaders are hoping to win passage of the leg- crease access and lower cost and rail at what And let me just elaborate on that. The con- islation before the Easter recess. Repub- may be termed oligopolistic behavior of car- text is that national employer benefit con- licans remain fiercely opposed to the bill. riers in certain markets, I think employers sultants such as Hewitt, Mercer, Towers The Goldman Sachs analysis shows that really buy in to that message and have much Perrin, and others really focus their atten- while insurers can be aggressive in raising of that frustration and anger at our lack of tion on the jumbo employer segment, which prices, they also walk away from clients be- solutions.’’ is overwhelmingly a fee-based non-risk cause competition in the industry is so model. And yet, he said, there is little enthusi- weak, the White House said. And officials However, the biggest earnings driver for astic support from employers for the Demo- will point to a finding that rate increases the managed care companies are the fully in- crats’ proposals. ran as high as 50 percent, with most in ‘‘the sured risk lives, and those are mostly low- to mid-teens’’—far higher than overall ‘‘Many of them still view the legislation through the small and mid-size employers inflation. and the partisanship coming out of Wash- that buy through health insurance brokers. The analysis could be a powerful weapon ington as possibly the medicine worse than And we found that the brokers typically lack for the White House because it offers evi- the disease,’’ he said. ‘‘So many employer the scale and sophistication to have a good dence that an overhaul of the health care groups that we’re talking to feel like it perspective on macro industry trends. system is needed not only to help cover the would be a shame to lose an opportunity to However, as healthcare coverage has be- millions of uninsured but to prevent soaring do something with respect to health care re- come more and more of a significant outlay health care expenses from undermining the form. But many are starting to feel like for employers, they’ve needed greater exper- coverage that the majority of Americans al- maybe nothing is better than something in tise but are often under served by the na- ready have through employers. this current environment.’’ tional benefit consultants that focused on

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As background, Steve has 20 years of to do from a network standpoint. But, now we’ve been through a lot more pain With respect to the second part of your experience in the employer benefits industry even though the economy is showing signs of question (related to the self-funding versus and previously served as a national account recovery. A lot of the impacts of these types executive with Oxford Health Plans, and also fully insured question), our clients primarily seem to want certainty in this economic en- of things are lagged. worked previously as a consultant with Hew- So, I guess, it’s sort of a general question vironment with respect to their healthcare itt Associates. how significant a role has the recession spend. With that, I’ll turn it over to Steve to kick played in the clients’ product managed care it off. Following that, I will serve as moder- So, unless they have either a reasonable track record of consistent and relatively pre- strategies. And, what have you seen in terms ator for a series of topical questions, and of the overall group enrollment changes re- then, we will open it up to investor Q&A. dictable claim patterns, clients that we ex- pect to be fully insured are still largely bi- lated to that? It’s sort of a high level ques- Steve Lewis, Willis HRH: ased in that direction, and those that are on tion there, but trying to understand what Good morning, Matt. Thank you again, for the fence as to whether they should be fully the impact of the severe recession has been hosting us on this call. As always, I enjoy insured or self-funded seem to, again, be bi- on the way employers look at things, buy the opportunity to do this with you each ased more towards the fully insured product. things, and on enrollment? year. I also want to publicly acknowledge I would add that where we have had in- Lewis: and thank our team here for their support. creased conversations is with our smaller cli- Yes, I’d say, it’s a great question and an in- The insight that I’ll provide today and have ent segment that are increasingly frustrated teresting one particularly as we look at this previously provided is largely the amalgama- with what we call blind renewals, meaning, market. You mentioned the lag factor and tion of information that’s developed from no claims data, and experiencing large in- the timing of the stock market drop of mid- our team working day in and day out with creases on top of no claims data. September 2008 was fairly late in the game to clients throughout the country. As a result, there’s absolutely increased in- impact many employers’ January 2009 strat- I would add that my comments on this call terest at the smaller client segment in eval- egies. So, most were not making any signifi- will be directly based on my team’s experi- uating potential self-funding with stop loss cant benefit changes, and/or made the spe- ences and do not necessarily reflect the expe- protection. cific decision to hold the line when it came rience of my Willis colleagues from around Borsch: to health benefits at the end of the day due the country. Getting back into the topic of the competi- to the freezes or cutbacks in other areas Borsch: tive dynamics, can you touch on how criteria such as pay, 401K matches, and staffing lev- Thank you for that, Steve. Let me jump other than price play a role in carrier com- els. So this year, I think, we saw a lot of em- right in here with, perhaps, the most impor- petition, whether that’s in fully insured or ployers saying, they were not going to make tant question from the standpoint of institu- self-insured or to the extent you draw a dis- that mistake again or very early on in 2009 tional investors looking at the sector, and tinction, and to the extent that maybe that’s looking back and saying, if I had to do it that is, what are you seeing in terms of com- changed or not changed a little bit versus a over again, I probably would’ve made more petition between the carriers, specifically year or two ago? drastic changes and not held the line with relative to last year or two years ago or Lewis: health benefits. whatever you want to use as the baseline, Yes, I think, as we’ve talked about in prior So, it is a bit ironic that they didn’t—a lot has price competition increased or de- calls, price remains king in the middle mar- of employers chose not to make the change creased? ket, and is probably queen as well. Factors last year when we were in the deepest part of Lewis: that can be a tie breaker other than price the recession. But this past year the renewal would include network disruption to the spe- As a specific answer to that, we would say, process started much, much earlier for em- cific population; market perception of the price competition is down from year ago. An ployers even knowing that the sooner they competitive carrier’s reputation; product overall theme that we would characterize started, the more impact trend uncertainty flexibility, meaning willingness to allow pre- this year, meaning, when I say this year, the would have on their renewal. scription drug carve-outs; ability to provide just completed January 1 renewals, and con- Strategic planning just started much ear- detailed reporting in a certain employee pop- tinuing up and through today. We feel this is lier, and employers wanted to see just about ulation level, and funding arrangements of- the most challenging environment for us and every option under the sun both in terms of fered. Not just the self-funded versus fully our clients in my 20 years in the business. pricing, plan design, extreme options, really insured argument but some of the hybrids or Not only is price competition down from hedging themselves trying to get some clar- the more creative solutions within the fully year ago (when we had characterized last ity as to what their options were with re- insured marketplace such as minimum pre- year’s price competition as being down from spect to health benefits, because they didn’t mium or participating contracts in the fully the prior year), but trend or (healthcare) in- have clarity on either the direction of the insured environment. flation is also up and appears to be rising. market, the economy, or even their own spe- Those things taken together can all factor The incumbent carriers seem more willing cific prospects. in as tie breakers with respect to how em- than ever to walk away from existing busi- So, as I mentioned at the outset, it was ployers are evaluating carriers. But even ness resulting in some carrier changes. without a doubt the most challenging re- still, price certainly remained the most sig- And that’s a significant adjustment from newal cycle in my 20 years of this business nificant driver. last year where we saw aggressive pricing on with employers really struggling with how I would add one thing; you asked how it’s and what was going to drive their decision the renewal front but not so much on the changed from prior years. I think last year new business front. And then I’d say the combined with the lack of aggressive and on this call, we talked specifically about the competitive pricing in the marketplace. other real theme is we’ve seen some service playing field that was fairly level on the levels that have gapped among few of the I think, to your last point about how that service end of the equation and as I men- may have impacted group enrollment, I’m major players which has further increased tioned at my opening comment, we have seen switching of carriers. not sure I have anything significant statis- a bit of gapping with respect to the services tically to share with you today. However, Borsch: at some carriers. And that is driving employ- anecdotally, I would say that enrollment is Let me move on to the next question here. ers to certainly take a look at what’s avail- down across our book of business. We looked If you look at the landscape, what role do able on the marketplace. Then again, finding at 2009 going into the year and planned for you see Third Party Administrators or TPAs that there’s not a lot of aggressive price the enrollment on our client base to be down playing in the competitive landscape? And I competition, the service disruption would 10 percent, and I would say that was fairly guess this gets down to a related question if have to be fairly significant for somebody to accurate. move knowing that they’re not going to be you could address between the employer de- Borsch: cision to self-fund or go with the fully in- able to trade down pricing very significantly. You alluded to something I just wanted to sured purchase, are employers shifting one Borsch: clarify—it may be that this isn’t measurable, way or the other. Is it the case that the service disruptions but on the question of adverse selection (and, Lewis: that you’ve seen in some instances are se- here, we’re talking about the employer mar- Yes, I think taking the Third Party Ad- vere enough to reach the threshold where ket, not the individual market), you alluded ministrator piece first, as in prior years, they switch? to the potential that some employees might we’ve seen little to no new penetration in Lewis: be more likely not to take up coverage or, in our client base from the TPAs. There’s still The short answer is yes. We have seen fact, to discontinue employer subsidized cov- an occasional place for them in the market- some of that, and I think we’ve seen it at a erage, because even though it is subsidized it

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COBRA uptake), has that been something Averages are tough, you’re right, and prob- Lewis: that you measure? Has it come up in how the ably don’t tell a very good story and some The short answer is no. I think in par- carriers have presented their pricing? Fi- clients look at that and say, wow, how did ticular situations, we’ve seen a couple of car- nally, do you have any sort of visibility on you get that average? I must’ve been the riers be more aggressive than others. But I’m whether that trend is increasing or abating? high person. But the range was all over the putting quotes around more aggressive be- Lewis: place and fairly extreme. I’d say we settled cause we’re generally in the three to five Let me take the first part on something in a range, on our book of business, from a percent range between pricing from where an I’ve alluded to about the potential for ad- 5% reduction to a 50% increase. incumbent renewal might be and what might verse selection due to younger, healthier But generally speaking, we were in low to be considered aggressive. folks dropping and/or not selecting coverage mid-teens out of the gates, and this is where Now, there were few exceptions on some of to begin with. You know, I think it depends the real challenges begin. Because negotia- our larger middle market clients, as I’ve a bit on the demographics of the population, tions generated no more than one to one and mentioned earlier, with very clean data, sta- the type of industry; our clients really span a half points with no plan changes. And so ble business, perhaps a one-year blip with just about every industry out there. it’s almost like you were getting a first and the incumbent that cause the incumbent to So is adverse selection on the rise in the final and you had to dig through the renew- get skittish and want to shut the business group market? I would say it is, but I don’t als to find a mistake. and a competitor to come in and price it have any data to back that up, but just based That’s less movement than we’ve had in more aggressively. But as a general rule, on the fact that the population is down 10 each of the prior years and certainly, not Matt, we were in a pretty tight range during percent across our book. And we look how turned in the right direction from our cli- the market study process. the census in those client populations has ents’ perspective. Borsch: shifted. I would suggest that there is: I don’t Borsch: We’ve talked in prior years about tracking want to overstate it because I’m not sure it’s But on the benefit plan changes that your the gradually growing interest in the con- significant at this point, but I certainly clients have implemented, would you say sumer-directed health plan products. Where would see some creep, if you will on adverse those are more substantial today than what you would say we stand now? Have you seen selection. you saw a year ago? the uptake increase meaningfully as a result I think that ties to your second point Lewis: of all the pressure of the last year? And, you about COBRA uptake. We did not keep spe- I would say that incrementally the know, if you can offer a little bit of a fore- cific statistics on the extent of COBRA up- changes are more substantial, but visually to cast, do you think that may change going take. But we certainly saw it across the employees, they’re fairly significant. You into 2011? board, in our client base, and we certainly know, just about everybody did something Lewis: believe that it is impacting the pricing that this year. And it did vary as you would imag- our clients are experiencing. Yes. Surprisingly, we have not seen a sig- ine by the extent of the renewal and the ex- nificant shift towards the consumer directive Borsch: isting plan structure, but things like 100% plan. Across the board, it’s now an option for Given what you’re facing from a more con- co-insurance are virtually gone. most employer groups. And the clients that servative underwriting environment Borsch: have offered it for the longest period of time amongst the carriers, how are you leveraging Yes. (call it three-plus years) are now exceeding or seeking to leverage current market condi- Lewis: double-digits, but that’s the low double-dig- tions to your clients’ advantage in renewal its for enrollment as an option. negotiations? What we saw was a lot of tweaking, where New offerings continue to generate very Lewis: we’d see the employers bifurcating the pri- low enrollments out of the gates with still mary and specialist co-payments, adding almost no full replacements at this point. I Well, as stated the outset, and probably ad prescription drug deductibles on top of co- nauseum at this point and it’s been a tough think the one shift we have seen is a swing payments, and really focusing on plan towards health reimbursement accounts and year. changes first and foremost before looking at Carriers were very selective in going after away from health savings accounts that impacting employee contributions. new business, and incumbents were willing more employer-friendly. And employers are to walk away from existing clients. So we Investor Question: doing more to tie their wellness rewards and had to be incredibly creative in our negotia- You talked about client renewal process strategies to their health reimbursements tion tactics as well as in our strategic advice starting earlier as the planning process accounts. with clients. And again, it was something started earlier. Does that mean the con- So I’d say if you ask about a crystal ball, that fortunately for us, in the process, we tracts are actually being signed earlier and really the tying of wellness and to focus on did start early and while it consumed a lot of therefore the carriers will have more visi- improving the health of a population, then energy from all of the stakeholders it was bility into the premium yield this year com- consumer health plans tied to an HRA ac- probably the year of creativity. pared to previous years? count is where we see this market moving With respect to negotiation tactics, one of Lewis: and really the potential for the biggest the interesting things is that we seemed to Great question. The answer is no. The con- surge. have seen a bit of a bifurcation in the mar- tracts are not renewing any earlier, just the Borsch: ketplace at the plus or minus 300–employee negotiation process. So, in our world, gen- Let me just conclude with one last one I size. erally speaking, we would look to get a re- want to throw at you here, Steve. This has In the groups under 300 employees, many of newal (depending on the size of the group) been tremendous insight that you’ve brought them don’t have or are unable to get control from 90 to 120 days before the expiration of a for us so I want to thank you. On health re- of their claims data either as a result of the renewal. form, obviously, this is a huge thing in the products they’ve purchased or just under- This year, clients were looking to us (and background but it’s a practical matter, but writing guidelines at the carrier level where to a certain extent from the carriers) to ex- it doesn’t necessarily have that much day- they don’t have complete control of their tend that to 6 months out: where we start to-day impact on things. claims data. In that under 300–market place, predicting where the renewal is going to end But to what extent is health reform some- there was very little competition and very up. And to the extent that the carriers were thing that the employers are looking at? Are high renewals right out of the gates. willing to provide a preliminary renewal, they talking to you about it? Have you got However, in the over 300–employee market, they have to load in a lot of trend because ‘‘two cents’’ on where opinions fall amongst if the claims data was available and in a de- they have to make guesses on the claims employers about what they would like to see tailed way and you could make a story about going forward. happen relative to what’s been presented in that claim’s pattern and possibly make ad- And then as you move closer to the expira- Washington? justments for a spike—a one-time spike. tion date, they offset trend with the wrong Lewis: Then, you would see competition pick up. claims experience. So nobody was renewing Yes, we are talking to our clients a lot But again, it was very selective and cer- or signing contracts earlier, they were just about it. There is a lot of what I would call tainly not anything we would characterize as dragging the process out much, much longer academic interest at this stage of the game. overly aggressive. from both the carrier side and the employer They’re very mixed in their reaction, quite Borsch: side. candidly consistent with what we’re seeing This lead in to the next question: Can you Borsch: in the polling numbers by party lines. generalize about what is the average rate in- Let me ask a question, and hopefully, this I think most people would acknowledge crease that you’re observing: both the initial is isn’t repetitive, but in the market studies that there’s a need for healthcare reform,

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If both the Senate and House are cost and rail at what maybe termed oligop- What the firm sees as the best path for- able to pass legislation (perhaps before the olistic behavior of carriers in certain mar- ward for the private insurance industry’s Thanksgiving recess), a House-Senate con- kets, I think employers really buy in to that bottom line is, to be blunt, inaction. ference negotiation should produce combined message and have much of that frustration The study’s authors advise that if no re- legislation for final approval (perhaps by and anger at our lack of solutions. form is passed, earnings per share would mid-December). But I would also say that many of them grow an estimated ten percent from 2010 still view the legislation and the partisan- through 2019, and the value of the stock [From Goldman Sachs, Oct. 19, 2009] ship coming out of Washington as possibly would rise an estimated 59 percent during AMERICA’S MANAGED CARE—10 YEARS OF the medicine worse than the disease. So, that time period. many employer groups that we’re talking to The next best thing for the insurance in- HEALTH REFORM feel like it would be a shame to lose an op- dustry would be if the legislation passed by WE HAVE PUBLISHED A NEW 10-YEAR INDUSTRY portunity to do something with respect to the Senate Finance Committee is watered MODEL healthcare reform. But many are starting to down significantly. Described as a ‘‘bull As we near the final weeks for health re- feel like maybe nothing is better than some- case’’ scenario—in which there is ‘‘modera- form efforts in Congress, we have published a thing in this current environment. tion of provisions in the current SFC plan’’ new, interactive 10 year model to forecast Borsch: or ‘‘changes prior to the major implementa- potential impact. tion in 2013’’—earnings per share for the five This is probably a good place to end our WE NOW FORECAST 2010–2019 EPS GROWTH OF 5% biggest insurers would grow an estimated 10 call. Steve, thank you very much. This is UNDER HEALTH REFORM really a great frontline perspective on indus- percent and the variance with current valu- Under our ‘‘base’’ case scenario, we fore- try trends and I want to thank you and your ation would rise an estimated 47 percent. cast core managed care earnings growth firm Willis, and also thank our investor cli- The report, a Goldman official stressed, would be cut by 50% over the next decade ents who dialed in. was analytic not advocacy-based. Their job was to provide a sober assessment of the under implementation of the current Senate Lewis: market realities facing private insurers Finance Committee reform plan. Specifi- Thank you, Matt. I appreciate it. under various versions of health care reform. cally, we see sector EPS growth at approxi- ‘‘If no reform at all happens you would see mately 5% per year under health reform [From the Huffington Post, Mar. 8, 2010] the largest rise in EPS,’’ a Goldman official (2010–2019) as compared to 10% EPS growth GOLDMAN TO PRIVATE INSURERS: NO HEALTH acknowledged. ‘‘But what we are doing is with no health reform. CARE REFORM AT ALL IS BEST just analyzing what the stocks would do We also consider a ‘‘bear’’ case scenario for (By Sam Stein) under different scenarios.’’ reform that would drive declining EPS for What’s Your Reaction? The study does note on the front page that the sector in aggregate over the next decade. A Goldman Sachs analysis of health care the firm ‘‘does and seeks to do business with The reform measures that would most nega- legislation has concluded that, as far as the companies covered in its research reports.’’ tively impact earnings growth are funding bottom line for insurance companies is con- Those companies include Aetna, Wells Point cuts to Medicare Advantage and strict new cerned, the best thing to do is nothing. A and United Health. regulations for the individual and small close second would be passing a watered- In the context of the current health care group business. These would be partly offset down version of the Senate Finance Commit- debate, the findings provide a small window by the positive impact of expanded insurance tee’s bill. into the concerns that have driven the pri- coverage under reform. A study put together by Goldman in mid- vate insurance industry’s opposition to re- UNDER REFORM, 8% EPS GROWTH FOR CIGNA, October looks at the estimated stock per- form legislation. Simply put: health care re- ¥2% FOR HUMANA formance of the private insurance industry form is going to hurt their bottom line. No under four variations of reform legislation. less a prestigious voice than Goldman Sachs Under our ‘‘base’’ case scenario for reform, The study focused on the five biggest insur- is telling them so. our company-level forecasts for 10 year EPS ers whose shares are traded on Wall Street: Some insurers, in the end, will be hit hard- range from a 2% decline per year for Humana Aetna, UnitedHealth, WellPoint, CIGNA and er than others. CIGNA is the lowest of the (owing to its Medicare Advantage exposure) Humana. big five, for instance, because it does little to growth of 8% per year for CIGNA and The Senate Finance Committee bill, which business providing insurance plans to Medi- Aetna (owing to their concentration of earn- Goldman’s analysts conclude is the version care patients, individuals and families buy- ings from larger employers). most likely to survive the legislative proc- ing health plans directly, or small employers NEUTRAL ON MANAGED CARE; CIGNA REMAINS ess, is described as the ‘‘base’’ scenario. that offer health plans to their workers. OUR FAVORITE Under that legislation (which did not include In addition, some reforms are going to hurt We remain Neutral on core managed care a public plan) the earnings per share for the the industry more than others. Regulatory although our bias is increasingly for sector top five insurers would grow an estimated changes—such as prohibiting the prejudice upside given the 20% fall in valuations over five percent from 2010 through 2019. And yet, against consumers with pre-existing condi- the past 5 weeks. CIGNA remains our favor- the ‘‘variance with current valuation’’—es- tions—will have an impact across the board, ite with by far the least downside risk expo- sentially, what the value of the stock is on as will the funding cuts to Medicare Advan- sure to health reform even as the stock the market—is projected to drop four per- tage. trades at a valuation discount to the group. cent. Overall, Goldman calculates the prob- We also recommend UnitedHealth and Things are much worse, Goldman esti- ability of reform passing Congress at 75 per- Health Net (both Buy rated). mates, for legislation that resembles what cent. Though the limitations of Goldman’s was considered and (to a certain extent) political prognostications were on full dis- RISK-REWARD HAS BECOME MORE FAVORABLE passed by the House of Representatives. This play earlier in the document: WITH LOWER VALUATIONS is, the firm deems, the ‘‘bear case’’ sce- By mid-late October, we expect a cloture Health reform outcomes: probability, earn- nario—in which earnings per share for the vote (60 votes) to bypass a potential fili- ings growth and implied return.

EPS growth 2010– Variance w/current Probability 19E Expected valuation valuation

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Mr. DURBIN. I yield the floor. Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, let me that the Senator from Illinois did state The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- respond to a couple of the remarks of that the situation was a little different ator from Oklahoma. my good friend from Illinois. I listen to when President Bush came into office Mr. INHOFE. I ask unanimous con- this all the time, people talking about because, of course, 9/11 happened and sent to speak in morning business for during the Bush administration, the we ended up in a couple wars. But that such time as I shall consume. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without costs that have gone up, the deficits is understating the situation. objection, it is so ordered. and all this stuff. I appreciate the fact

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When we got there, we found out from Illinois mentioned, that was in- that the war is over. Remember we that it had been used by Saddam Hus- herited by this President, President talked about the peace dividend and all sein as one of his headquarters. She Obama, we have to remember that the this stuff. The war is over and we no wanted to go up in her bedroom. She deficits during the Bush administra- longer need to have a strong national was 7 years old, and she wanted to see tion, if you add them all up, were a lit- defense. That is what they were saying, if her animals were still there. They tle bit more than the deficit in the first though they used different words. They had used her bedroom for a torture year of the Obama administration. started cutting our defense system. I chamber. There were body parts stuck As far as his comments about the $787 have a chart that shows what happened to the walls. A little kid had his ears billion stimulus bill, that wouldn’t to—the demise of our ability to defend cut off because he was caught carrying have been that bad of an idea. I op- ourselves during the Clinton adminis- an American flag. posed it, of course, but it didn’t stimu- tration. We went through the same I can remember the mass graves. We late. It had all of this social engineer- thing back during the Carter adminis- looked at the mass graves where Sad- ing in there, all of the equal distribu- tration. People remember the hollow dam Hussein had tortured these people. tion of wealth, yet I tried to add an force at that time. When he had them sentenced to death, amendment on there which was cospon- During the Clinton administration, some begged to be dropped—eased into sored by Senator BOXER to increase, we started degrading our military. It the acid vats head first so they would quadruple the amount of money that was reduced by 40 percent from what it die quicker. I mean, this is the type of went into roads and highways. It didn’t was when he took office during those 8 thing that was taking place. Here is a work. They defeated it. So it could years. When I say 40 percent reduction, guy who had actually murdered hun- have had the opportunity to do some- I am talking about end strength, mili- dreds of thousands of his own people up thing. tary expenditures. The problem Presi- in the Kurd area by the most painful The last thing I would say about the dent Bush had when he came into office way of dying. So to suggest we should government-run system is I thought it was not just that two wars broke out, not have gone back in to finish him off was interesting when the Senator from but they broke out when we had a de- I think is unacceptable. Illinois talked about the wonderful op- fense system that had been reduced by Before I finish responding to the portunities I have and he has in choos- 40 percent. comments made by the Senator from ing from the private sector good cov- The second thing that happened dur- Illinois, I would only mention, when he erages. I think what he is describing is ing that time—and this is by admis- talked about how George W. Bush came what we have today. I agree with what sion—I remember Senator Gore had into office and he cut taxes for the rich he said in that respect. But when you made the statement prior to that that and all that, I recall one time in his- talk about a system that is very simi- the recession actually started in March tory—actually, it has happened several lar to the Canadian system, all you of the previous year before the second times in history; it happened right have to do is go up in the northern part Bush administration started. It is kind after World War I—they passed tax in- of the United States, go to Mayo Clinic of an interesting thing. People forget creases to support the war and when and look at the number of people there that for every 1 percent drop in eco- the war was over, they said, we can who have come down from Canada be- nomic activity, that translates into now repeal the taxes. They repealed cause they can’t get the health care about $40 billion of lost revenue. Turn- the taxes, and it didn’t reduce revenue, they want in that kind of government- ing that around, for every 1 percent in- it increased revenue. That is something run system. So I would agree with my crease in economic activity, that in- that was kind of forgotten until one of friend from Alabama when he was talk- creases revenues about $40 billion when the great Presidents came along, John ing about describing what we are up that happens. Kennedy. against. Of course, we started out with a re- During the Great Society days he That is not why I came to the floor duced military, negotiating two wars, said we are going to have to have in- this evening. I have come to introduce and with a recession at the same time. creased revenue to pay for all of these a bill. Obviously, that had very adverse ef- Great Society programs. He said the (The remarks of Mr. INHOFE per- fects. best way to increase revenue is to de- taining to the introduction of S. 3095 Before I get carried away with the re- crease marginal rates, so he did. Re- are located in today’s RECORD under marks of the Senator from Illinois, member, he dropped them down from I ‘‘Statements on Introduced bills and that he voted against going into the think 90 percent to 70 percent or some- Joint Resolutions.’’) Iraq war, let me remind my fellow Sen- thing like that, and during the next 6 Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I yield ators that I happened to have been years taxes went down and we had the the floor, and I suggest the absence of privileged, right after the first gulf increase in the revenue, which was phe- a quorum. war—that was when Saddam Hussein— nomenal. The last time I checked, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The all the atrocities had taken place, and President John Kennedy was a Demo- clerk will call the roll. we had what we called the first free- crat, not a Republican. So I don’t know The assistant legislative clerk pro- dom flight. That is when we went back how they forgot that along the way. ceeded to call the roll. into Kuwait to see what the situation We saw when Reagan came into of- Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask was in Kuwait. It was so close to the fice, he actually made those dramatic unanimous consent that the order for end of the war that the Iraqis didn’t re- cuts as well. I remember—I am going the quorum call be rescinded. alize the war was over. They were still from memory now—but the amount of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without fighting. You remember they were money that came in from marginal objection, it is so ordered. burning the oilfields and the wind rates in 1980 when President Reagan AMENDMENT NO. 3430, AS FURTHER MODIFIED would shift. All of a sudden, it would be took office was $244 billion. When he Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask daytime, and it would turn into night. left office, it was $488 billion. It dou- unanimous consent that notwith- I remember going back there. I was bled in that period of time, the largest standing its adoption, the Isakson with nine other people. There were tax reductions in history. Revenues in- amendment be further modified, with some Democrats. Tony Coelho, former creased when tax reductions went the changes at the desk. whip of the House, was there. Alex- down. Anyway, that all ended when the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there ander Haig, a man we revere, the man Clinton administration came in. We all objection? I always thought should have been remember the 1993 tax increases, the Without objection, it is so ordered.

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Mr. President, I ask adults on welfare are not doing any- Women typically invest 90 percent of unanimous consent that at 2 p.m. thing to get themselves out of poverty. their income back into their household Wednesday, March 10, the Senate re- That makes no sense, Mr. President, compared to only 30 to 40 percent by sume consideration of H.R. 4213 and all and I cannot support it. men. Developing programs that allow postcloture time be considered expired, Finally, in addition to the misguided women to increase their education and and upon disposition of the pending welfare policies, I also had reservations thrive professionally is good for the amendments, no further amendments about the use of ‘‘intelligent assign- family, as well as the woman. or motions be in order; the substitute ment’’ in Part D to pay for this amend- In May 2009, I also introduced the amendment, as amended, be agreed to; ment. I fully support efforts to make International Protecting Girls by Pre- that the Senate then proceed to vote sure vulnerable populations are in the venting Child Marriage Act. This bill on the motion to invoke cloture on lowest cost plan that meets their per- sets out to strategically eliminate the H.R. 4213, as amended, with the manda- sonal health care needs and look for- harmful practice of child marriage tory quorum waived; that if cloture is ward to continuing to work on this overseas. Child marriage poses a direct invoked, then all postcloture time be issue in the future. But the Centers for threat to investments in education for yielded back, the bill, as amended, be Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, girls overseas, HIV/AIDS prevention, read a third time, and the Senate then and MedPAC commissioners have poverty reduction, maternal and child proceed to vote on passage of the bill. raised concerns that ‘‘intelligent as- safety, and human rights. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without signment’’ could lead to increased dis- Too often the potential of children objection, it is so ordered. ruption, higher costs and little overall and developing women is crushed by Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I improvement for beneficiaries. early marriage, sometimes occurring voted against waving a budget point of Therefore, I opposed waving the when girls are as young as 7 years of order to the Murray/Kerry amendment Budget Act that would have allowed age. Child marriage is a direct chal- on the grounds that it is not paid for the Murray/Kerry amendment to un- lenge to guaranteeing equality and and contained terrible welfare and dermine welfare policy, advance mis- basic human rights to children and de- Medicare policies. guided Medicare policy and increase veloping women around the globe. The Congress cannot keep spending International Women’s Day calls on money it does not have. It is uncon- the deficit. f us to acknowledge the achievements of scionable to put forth an amendment women, but it is also a reminder of the that is not being paid for at a time of MORNING BUSINESS sometimes immovable barriers women exploding deficits to an underlying bill Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask in many countries still face. I com- that already has another $104 billion unanimous consent that the Senate mend my colleague Senator SHAHEEN not paid for. In addition to adding to the deficit proceed to a period of morning busi- for submitting S. Res. 433 recognizing during a fiscal crisis, the underlying ness, with Senators permitted to speak International Women’s Day. This reso- Murray/Kerry amendment perpetuates for up to 10 minutes each. lution is a testament to the Senate’s flawed welfare policies that undermine The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without commitment to the advancement of key principles of welfare reform. objection, it is so ordered. women worldwide. The Murray/Kerry amendment per- f Mr. CARDIN. Mr. President, I rise today to express my support for the petuates the fund established in the INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY stimulus bill that, for the first time International Women’s Day. Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, yester- since the landmark 1996 welfare reform Rooted in the long-term struggle for day marked the 100th anniversary of act, rewards States for increasing their equality, International Women’s Day International Women’s Day—an occa- welfare caseload and does not require has been observed since the beginning sion that celebrates the many con- these additional eligible adults to par- of the last century, at a time when tributions women have made to our ticipate in work, education or training American women were fighting for communities, societies, and nations. activities. basic rights, such as voting or fair em- This in turn adds to the current de- Women have made great progress, but ployment. We should commemorate plorable situation where, according to the sad reality is that women around the determined and courageous women the latest data we have from the De- the world are not participating equally who have played an extraordinary role partment of Health and Human Serv- in business or politics, are not paid the in the history of women’s rights. ices, the U.S. average for eligible equivalent of their male counterparts, While women have made hard fought adults receiving welfare doing nothing and are more likely to be denied edu- and important strides towards equality is 56 percent. cational opportunities, property owner- since then, they continue to face sig- That is right—on average 56 percent ship, and other basic rights. nificant obstacles in all aspects of of adults receiving welfare are engaged The inequities facing women today their lives, particularly those living in in zero hours of work, training or edu- represent some of the world’s greatest poverty. Over a billion people world- cation activity. Some States have over global-development challenges. Invest- wide live on a dollar a day or less—and 70 percent of eligible adults doing noth- ing in women is vital to the world’s women are most likely to be among ing. growth potential. I have introduced them. This is a problem that affects all That is zero hours of job search. Zero two bills this Congress that take im- of humanity—when women are poor, hours of education. Zero hours of sub- portant steps towards equity and entire communities suffer because they stance abuse treatment. Zero hours of human rights for women worldwide. are not free to earn an income, feed job training. Zero hours of subsidized In July 2009, I introduced the Global their families, or protect themselves work activities. Resources and Opportunities for and their children from violence. And I bet if you asked the American peo- Women to Thrive—GROWTH—Act of their efforts are critical to rebuilding ple—how many adults on welfare 2009. The GROWTH Act is designed to countries in peril like Afghanistan and should be doing something to qualify reduce these economic inequities in de- Haiti. Until women around the world for their welfare check—I bet the an- veloping countries. By providing have improved access to economic, po- swer would be: all of them! women with the economic resources to litical and social opportunities, the I bet if the American people knew start and grow their own businesses, great challenges we face today will go that the majority of adults on welfare the GROWTH Act would create broad unresolved. were doing nothing, they would be as educational, legal, and community- Indeed, investing in women and girls stunned and appalled as I am. based programs that would promote fe- is one of the most efficient uses of our We need to do better by these fami- male property ownership and empower foreign assistance dollars and best lies. Allowing them to languish in the women in their communities. ways to make the world more peaceful

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I know that Holly received an more likely to invest their income in they are all connected to each other, outpouring of support during her run food, clean water, education, and she explained that it is in her best in- up to qualifying for the Olympics from health care for their children, creating terest that everyone produce the best many of her fellow athletes and Alas- a positive cycle of change that lifts en- quality possible—so that all commu- kans led by her husband who made tire families, communities and nations nities benefit. hundreds of ‘‘Go Holly’’ stickers for her out of poverty. Simply put, when When asked what she would like to supporters to wear. I wish Holly luck women succeed, we all do. tell Americans, Eugenia said that what in her further competitions and hope If we ignore these realities, the re- women like her need most are tools so that she will continue to be a great sults will undoubtedly be negative. The that they can help each other and role model for the young people of statistics are staggering. A World Bank themselves.’’Yes, we need help,’’ she Alaska. report confirms that societies that dis- said, ‘‘[but] we are also responsible to Callan Chythlook-Sifsof is the first criminate on the basis of gender pay other people so that we’ll have a multi- Alaska Native to be selected to the the cost of greater poverty, slower eco- plying effect. I don’t believe in U.S. National Ski and Snowboard nomic growth, weaker governance, and freebies: part of the package of respon- Team and the first to make an Olympic a lower living standard of their people. sibility is that if you are helped you in Team. Growing up in a small rural vil- In sub-Saharan Africa, for example, turn have the responsibility to help lage on the coast of the Bering Sea, less than 2 out of 10 women have a job someone else.’’ Callan learned to board on the moun- with a regular income and lower eco- As we in Congress and in the admin- tains surrounding her home. In 2006, at nomic risk. GNP per capita is far lower istration are moving forward with the age 17, she earned a position on the in countries where females are signifi- vital process to revamp our foreign as- U.S. snowboard team and a bronze cantly less well educated than men. sistance, we have an opportunity to medal in her first World Cup Also in sub-Saharan Africa, inequality make women’s empowerment a central Boardercross in Japan. She also re- between men and women in education focus of U.S. foreign policy. With these ceived a bronze medal at the start of and employment suppressed annual per unprecedented plans as a backdrop, we the 2009 season in the South America capita growth between 1960 and 1992 by should remember Eugenia when we are Continental Cup. Callan continues to 0.8 percentage points per year. This is thinking of ways to maximize our for- quickly excel and is currently ranked significant, as a boost of 0.8 percentage eign aid dollars. Because of the obvious No. 2 in the U.S. and No. 14 in the points per year would have doubled multiplier effect, one of the best ways world in Ladies’ Boardercross. I hope economic growth over that time pe- to do that is to ensure that women are she continues to compete for many riod. empowered. Women’s success always years to come and hopefully we will see But when women’s voices are fully benefits more than one person. her in 2014 in Sochi. included in societies and economies, While we should reflect on progress Jay Hakkinen is a familiar name in the reverse is true. According to that women have made in pushing for Alaska where he has been a profes- UNICEF, when women hold decision- greater rights and equal opportunities, sional biathlete for over 13 years and making power, ‘‘they see to it that we must be conscious we still have just finished his fourth Winter Olym- their children eat well, receive ade- much to do in working towards greater pics. Jay is one of the most accom- quate medical care and finish school. global gender equality. As a member of plished U.S. biathletes in Olympic his- Women who have access to meaningful, the Senate Foreign Relations Com- tory and his 10th-place finish in the 20 income-producing work are more likely mittee, I am committed to continuing Kilometer Individual at the 2006 Torino to increase their families’ standards of to work with my colleagues to put Games previously served as the bench- living, leading children out of pov- women at the center of U.S. foreign as- mark for the U.S. in an individual erty.’’ sistance and to marshal all the re- event. Jay has shown his perseverance The World Bank states that, at the sources necessary to achieve this goal. and persistence throughout his illus- macroeconomic level, there is evidence f trious career as a biathlete. I know that removing gender disparities spurs this is not the last we have heard of growth. According to one estimate, ALASKAN OLYMPIANS Jay and wish him luck as he finishes growth rates in sub-Saharan Africa, Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, out the World Cup season. South Asia, and the Middle East and from February 12 to February 28, Jeremy Teela surpassed Jay’s bench- North Africa would have been 30–45 per- Americans were united in cheering on mark this Olympic Games with his 9th cent higher had these regions closed some of our Nation’s most elite ath- place finish in the Men’s 10 Kilometer the gender gaps during the school years letes as they competed at the 22nd Win- Sprint. The 34-year-old biathlete from as fast as East Asia did between 1960 ter Olympics in Vancouver. I commend Anchorage is a three-time consecutive and 1992. all of our athletes for their exemplary Olympian. However, his service to his The economic growth that can result performance and thank the coaches, country goes beyond his athletic talent from gender equality is exemplified by the team leaders and the U.S. Olympic as Jeremy is a sergeant in the U.S. Eugenia Akuete. Eugenia grew up in staff. With such a talented group of Army National Guard. As one of five Ghana surrounded by poverty and people working together, it is no sur- soldier athletes competing in the started making products from shea prise that the United States won a Olympics, Jeremy and his other serv- butter because she was looking for a record breaking 37 medals. Americans icemembers remind us of the sacrifices way to earn money to help supplement watched with an extraordinary sense of that many young Americans have her family’s income. At first the mar- pride as our flag was raised and our an- made in service to their country. Jer- ket was difficult—she was only pro- them played, and our fellow country- emy previously earned the bronze ducing a small amount, she lacked nec- men and women competed and won on medal in the Men’s 20 Kilometer in last essary business and technical training an international stage. I am especially year’s World Cup and I hope he has and it was hard to get the shea butter proud of the seven Alaskans that con- similar success this year. soaps and lotions to U.S. customers. tributed their talent to their country Kikkan Randal, the 27-year-old cross She eventually received training that and competed at these Winter Olym- country skier from Anchorage, com- focused on women’s entrepreneurship. pics. peted in her third consecutive Winter Now she is earning a steady income Holly Brooks, the coach turned ath- Olympic Games where she had her best- and teaching other women to do the lete, participated in her first ever Win- ever finish in the Women’s 30 Kilo- same by producing and selling shea ter Olympics this year. Holly quickly meter Classic—finishing 24th. A former butter. She has 10 employees, most of became a beloved member of the Alas- resident of Salt Lake City, UT, she whom are women, who she pays above kan community after moving there moved at an early age to Anchorage than the government minimum and from Seattle. Her work as a coach at with her family. She is also the niece going market rate. She also now em- Alaska Pacific University and subse- of former Olympic cross country-ski- ploys 300 women in northern Ghana quent Olympic success has been an in- ers, Betsy Haines and Chris Haines, and

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The mere There is no longer any compelling na- Olympic Games, James Southam com- existence of these weapons creates the tional security reason to maintain or peted in three events, including the 50 risk of a nuclear accident, unauthor- expand the size of our nuclear stock- Kilometer Classic where he achieved a ized use, and theft by a terrorist group. pile. personal best finishing in 28th place. The size and structure of the American Nor is there any reason to continue James was born and raised in Anchor- and Russian nuclear arsenals reflect an to develop new nuclear weapon tech- age and participates in training along antiquated Cold War mindset that we nologies or warheads. Our brightest ex- with Holly Brooks and Kikkan Randall must move beyond. perts have concluded that we no longer at the Alaska Pacific University Ski It is in the national security interest need new nuclear weapons in order to Center. The APU Ski Center was a of the United States to reach an agree- maintain a credible deterrent. A recent vital source of support for these Olym- ment with Russia to reduce the number report from the independent JASON pic athletes and kept many Alaskans of nuclear weapons and ensure that Defense Advisory Group concluded informed of their progress through strong verification and transparency that, as a result of our nuclear labora- their facebook page. James, Holly, and measures remain in effect. This is the tories’ successful life-extension pro- Kikkan are a tremendous inspiration core purpose and focus of the START grams, the lifetimes of our nuclear for the other skiers at APU and I look follow-on agreement. warheads can be extended for decades. forward to hearing of more of their suc- The START follow-on agreement is I am encouraged that efforts to nego- cesses over the years. an important component of our efforts tiate a START follow-on agreement Our Olympic Silver medalist Kerry to work with Russia and other inter- have bipartisan support among na- Weiland, from Palmer, is a fierce de- national partners to collectively ad- tional security experts. Notably, the fender on the ice. Her intensity has dress the dangers posed by nuclear bipartisan Congressional Commission earned her the nickname Kamikaze weapons. These dangers include the on the Strategic Posture of the United Kerry, because she has the ability to vulnerability of nuclear material to States, headed by former Defense Sec- take out two players with one hit. Not theft by terrorists, as well as the risk retaries William Perry and James only did Kerry’s defense help lead the of nuclear proliferation by other coun- Schlesinger, endorsed a follow-on U.S. to a Silver medal, but the U.S. tries. agreement to START. Similarly, Sec- Women’s Hockey team outscored their Ratification of a START follow-on retary Perry joined with former Senate opponents 40–2 leading up to the gold- agreement would also be a clear signal Armed Services Committee Chairman medal game. Kerry is also a dominant that the United States is upholding our Sam Nunn and former Secretaries of force on the U.S. National Team where obligations under the nonproliferation State Henry Kissinger and George she was a member of the 2008 Gold treaty. It would reaffirm our leadership Shultz to pen an op-ed in the Wall Medal World Championship team. She on nonproliferation issues and dem- Street Journal calling for the exten- is also the founder and instructor of onstrate, as the President has advo- sion of the key provisions of START the Weiland Hockey Development in cated, that we are serious about mov- and further reductions in our nuclear Ontario where she teaches young ing towards a world without nuclear stockpile. women the fundamentals of hockey, in- weapons while maintaining a reliable In conclusion, I commend the admin- spiring a new generation of female ath- deterrent for so long as it is needed. We istration for its efforts to reinvigorate letes. cannot afford to miss this opportunity; the nonproliferation regime by negoti- I want to thank again all the U.S. without a demonstrated effort to ful- ating a follow-on to the START treaty. Olympic athletes for all of their hard filling our nonproliferation responsibil- We must act now to address the spread work and dedication. It is difficult to ities through a new START agreement, of nuclear weapons and materials, comprehend the high degree of training it will be increasingly difficult for the which is one of the gravest dangers fac- and commitment required to compete U.S. to secure the international sup- ing the United States. In a time of ter- in the Olympic Games and we have port needed to address the urgent secu- rorism and of rising international con- watched in awe as they have inspired rity threats posed by the spread of nu- cern about Iran’s nuclear program, us with their achievements. As Alas- clear weapons. international cooperation remains key kans, we are exceptionally proud of The Congressional Commission on to preventing the spread of weapons of these individuals. We regard our ath- the Strategic Posture of the United mass destruction. The START follow- letes as role models in many ways, and States concluded that ‘‘terrorist use of on agreement is an essential step to- the sportsmanship that all our Amer- a nuclear weapon against the United wards that goal, and towards a world ican Olympians displayed during these States or its friends and allies is more without nuclear weapons. games exemplified some of our Na- likely than deliberate use by a state.’’ f tion’s most important values. Our ath- Our priority, therefore, should be to letes were humble in victory and gra- work together with Russia to reduce HAWAII’S TSUNAMI RESPONSE cious in defeat, and made all Ameri- the size and vulnerability of our nu- Mr. AKAKA. Mr. President, today I cans proud. I thank these individuals clear arsenals, and ensure that proper would like to commend the people of for being such great ambassadors for security and surveillance safeguards Hawaii for their quick response to the Alaska and for America. are in place. tsunami caused by the earthquake in f Unfortunately, today Russia con- Chile. tinues to possess huge stores of nuclear On Saturday, February 27, 2010, an 8.8 STRATEGIC ARMS REDUCTION materials that are inadequately se- magnitude earthquake off the coast of TREATY cured and which, if stolen by terrorists, Chile generated a tsunami throughout Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, I could be used to destroy an American the Pacific. A tsunami warning was thank you for the opportunity to speak city. The size of our own nuclear arse- issued for Hawaii, the Northern Mar- today in support of our administra- nal is also unsustainable, both from a iana Islands, American Samoa, and the tion’s efforts to negotiate a follow-on security and cost perspective, and Marshall and Solomon Islands. Addi- agreement to the Strategic Arms Re- should be tailored to the new 21st cen- tionally, a tsunami advisory was issued duction Treaty, START. Our negoti- tury threats we face. for the west coast of the United States ating team in Vienna is currently The reductions required by the and Alaska. working with the Russian delegation to START follow-on agreement will not My staff and I monitored the situa- finalize this agreement, and I look for- adversely affect our national security. tion closely, and were in contact with ward to reviewing the treaty when it is The United States could pursue much the Federal Emergency Management submitted to the Senate. deeper reductions in the size of our ar- Agency, FEMA, and the Hawaii State The United States and Russia main- senal and still have more weapons that Civil Defense. FEMA was monitoring tain over 90 percent of the world’s ap- we would ever need. In fact, it is pre- the situation in Hawaii and the other

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I copyright provisions. brings to this critical work the shared worked to establish and maintain the A decade ago, Congress, recognizing tragic and trying personal experiences FEMA Pacific Area Office that consumers want access to local of our friends and neighbors back headquartered in Honolulu in order to news, weather, and community-ori- home. They are real: These stories are protect our isolated island commu- ented programming, established a a picture of people’s lives and their nities. The office has been essential for mechanism by which satellite pro- pain. And we have an obligation to preparedness efforts in Hawaii and crit- viders could offer local broadcast sta- honor those struggles and sacrifices by ical for disaster response throughout tions to residents in the local market. working to make things better for ev- the Pacific region. This means that when a satellite sub- eryone. Yet recently, radio host Rush Equally important, the actions of scriber in Huntington, West Virginia Limbaugh sneered at the Bords’ experi- State and local officials and the people tunes-in to CBS, PBS, ABC, FOX or ence, describing it and other stories of Hawaii have demonstrated the value NBC, they hear about events in the highlighted during last week’s bipar- of citizen and community prepared- state capital and see the successes and tisan health care summit as ‘‘sob sto- ness. Thanks to the efforts of the peo- trials of their neighbors—not the ries.’’ Always the cynic, he dismissed ple of Hawaii, we were prepared to save weather in Manhattan. them entirely, ‘‘Can you believe these lives and avert considerable damage Recognizing the limits of satellite stories happen in America?’’ These sto- had a large tsunami come ashore. providers at the time, Congress did not ries do happen in America—every day. Around 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, tsunami require the companies to offer local And it is a shame that anyone could warning sirens sounded in Hawaii, channels to every market in the coun- hear of this heartbreak and fail to rec- which notified people to evacuate the try. Over time, this has created a divi- ognize what it says so clearly about low-lying areas. The people of Hawaii sion between haves and have-nots in the terrible burden our failed health followed the directions of our local au- which satellite companies are not pro- care policies have placed on countless thorities, stayed calm, and evacuated viding local channels to residents in families across this country. Rich and Amy Bord of Fairmont, WV, all shorelines. the smallest markets. In West Virginia, satellite sub- are two dedicated schoolteachers with Hawaii is familiar with the destruc- scribers in the Parkersburg and Wheel- health insurance through their em- tive power of tsunamis. In 1960, a 9.5 ing markets cannot receive local chan- ployer. Let me repeat that: They have magnitude earthquake off the coast of nels from either satellite provider. In health insurance. Their 9-year-old son, Chile generated a tsunami that killed certain other markets in the State, Samuel, suffered from leukemia, and over 60 people in Hawaii. More re- only one provider offers local channels. he needed significant invasive medical cently, Hawaii faced a disaster of a dif- Rural consumers deserve better. therapy. They thought they were cov- ferent kind, in 1992, when Hurricane That is why I am particularly pleased ered, only to learn that their policy Iniki caused billions of dollars in dam- that STELA provides incentives to pro- had a million-dollar lifetime cap. A age. vide local service into all 210 markets million dollars sounds like a lot of The Chilean earthquake reminded us across the county, which sets the stage money—and it is—they surely never that when a disaster occurs, we need to for consumers in even the most rural would have expected to exceed it. But be prepared. Because Hawaii is isolated regions to gain access to local news, health care costs are spiraling out of from the rest of the United States, it is sports, and community programming. control and the reality is, health insur- even more critical that we are prepared Another important provision of ance companies don’t want to cover to take care of ourselves. I want to STELA changes existing law to pro- sick people. congratulate the people of Hawaii, as mote the carriage of high-definition In addition to Samuel, the Bords well as Federal, State, and local au- local public broadcasting stations and have two young twin sons at home, and thorities who successfully prepared for to make it easier for statewide public the entire family’s health care deci- and responded to the tsunami. television networks, like that in West sions were impacted by Samuel’s bills. While I am thankful for the Virginia and 14 other States, to reach After multiple rounds of chemo- tsunami’s minimal impact on my home every resident of the States they serve. therapy and a relapse that required ad- State, we cannot forget the tragedy in As some broadcast television has be- ditional treatment for Samuel, the Chile. My thoughts and prayers are come coarser and less informative, the Bords reached their insurance fund’s with everyone affected by the earth- importance of the mission and pro- cap. Even with the help of my office quake. gramming provided by public tele- and from the Public Employees Insur- f vision has grown. STELA makes sure ance Agency to get supplemental cov- SATELLITE TELEVISION EXTEN- that more satellite subscribers will erage for the Bords, Samuel still need- SION AND LOCALISM ACT OF 2010 have access to the compelling program- ed surgery and lots of additional care. ming available on public television. Soon they would be approaching the Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, I Passage of STELA provides us with next cap on their supplemental cov- rise today to urge passage of the Sat- the opportunity to encourage greater erage. So the Bords were left with only ellite Television Extension and Local- competition and access to quality pro- heart-wrenching suggestions—consider ism Act of 2010, or STELA, as part of gramming to consumers throughout getting a divorce so that Samuel would the American Workers, State, and the nation. For this reason, I urge my qualify for Medicaid or stop taking Business Relief Act of 2010. colleagues to support passage of this their other children to the doctor alto- Over the past 15 years, satellite tele- important legislation. gether, even if they get sick, in order vision has grown into a strong compet- f to save every penny for Samuel. That itor to cable by offering consumers in is right. Get a divorce or choose one rural as well as urban markets a choice HEALTH CARE child’s health care needs over an- in pay television providers. Where resi- Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, other’s. Those are the suggestions our dents once were limited to a single as we move closer than ever to enact- Nation offered to these caring, hard- cable operator, satellite providers now ing legislation that delivers on the working parents with a sick child? offer most consumers an alternative. promise of secure and affordable health They did everything in their power to This has led to price and service com- care across America, it is important to save Samuel, but this fall, he passed petition, which is good for consumers. remember what is at stake and whom away—and there are simply no words Congress supported such competition we are fighting for. to ease his family’s loss and pain. through the passage of the Satellite Over the last year, I have told many I understand that, to many, cir- Home Viewer Act and its progeny, in- of my colleagues about the Bord family cumstances like these may seem rare.

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Unfortunately, this exciting weeks in February, I know I needs could not be met. year, the amendment failed to receive joined all Granite Staters in cele- It breaks my heart to think of what enough votes for passage. brating New Hampshire’s enduring tra- the Bords went through: not only the Although a $250 payment may not dition of excellence in winter sports. pain of watching their son fight a ter- sound like much to some, for those on More than 125 years ago, in 1882, resi- rible disease but also the uncertainty a limited budget the extra financial as- dents of Berlin, NH, formed the first of paying for his treatment when the sistance provides peace of mind amid modern ski club in America. coverage they counted on—and paid skyrocketing health care and prescrip- In 1927, the Dartmouth Outing Club for—would run out. For anyone, espe- tion drug costs. The payment would organized the first downhill race in the cially a public figure, to aggressively provide added relief for the millions of United States at Mount Moosilauke in question and attack a family’s extraor- older Americans who, for the first time New Hampshire’s White Mountains, dinary personal anguish is deeply of- since 1975, did not receive a cost-of-liv- where the Outing Club still hikes to fensive and morally reprehensible. ing adjustment in their Social Security this day. The next year, a Dartmouth No parents should have to spend the benefits. Without some extra help, professor organized the country’s first precious, fleeting time they have with these beneficiaries are hard-pressed to slalom race. their child, struggling to navigate a make ends meet. In the 1930s and 1940s, as skiing grew broken system, worrying how they are Just ask Jackie, a North Smithfield in popularity, J-bars and chairlifts going to provide care. And no one, es- resident, who has seen her health in- were added at mountains in Europe, in pecially a child like Samuel, should be surance premiums increase by double the West and across New England, but forced to walk such a dangerous tight- digits this past year and the cost of her none could rival Cannon Mountain’s rope between life and death because he prescription drugs continue to rise. At Aerial Tramway in Franconia, which or she lacks meaningful health insur- a time when every penny counts, Jack- was built by the New Hampshire State ance coverage, because of runaway ie says the winter months are particu- Legislature and continues to be the costs, and caps, and exclusions. Yet larly hard for her. When Jackie hears platform from which millions of visi- that growing and deeply felt insecurity the oil truck drive by, she cringes tors first see our White Mountain runs like a common thread through our knowing that the cost of heating her range. entire health care system. home is another bill she simply cannot At the 1960 winter games in Squaw It is these stories—real stories of real afford. Valley, CA, 37 years after that first people—and the unbelievable pain be- I also heard from Edward, a senior race in the White Mountains, a 22-year- hind them and the battle of so many living in Warren, who is worried how old from Center Harbor named Penny he will make ends meet without the in- West Virginians that drive me to fight Pitou became the first American to crease in his Social Security benefit. In for comprehensive health reform every win an Olympic medal in downhill. The recent months, he is seen his car and single day. We must listen to these sto- great ‘‘Skiing Cochrans’’ have roots on home insurance increase by $200, and ries, take them in, and never ever for- both sides of the Connecticut River, in- other daily living costs, such as heat- get them. cluding Barbara Ann, who won a gold ing oil, gas, and groceries, rise signifi- f medal in 1972, her brother Bob, and cantly. In these tough times, Edward Bob’s son Jimmy, who competed in the DIFFICULT ECONOMIC TIMES could just use a little help. He writes, slalom in Vancouver and grew up in Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, as ‘‘I just don’t understand why Congress Keene. I have traveled throughout Rhode Is- cannot do something to help seniors at There were 12 athletes on the U.S. land, I have heard from countless con- least maintain a status quo.’’ team in Vancouver who have strong Linda, a Rhode Islander from Provi- stituents about the sacrifices they New Hampshire ties. On the Alpine dence, survives on only $500 a month. have made during these difficult eco- team, Jimmy Cochran was joined by Like so many older Americans, Linda nomic times. Many of my constituents Leanne Smith from Conway and Bode takes multiple prescriptions every day. have adjusted to the economic climate Miller from Franconia, along with An- The out-of-pocket costs for her pre- by cutting back on extras and finding scriptions add up, even on Medicare. drew Weibrecht, an environmental savings where they can. Between her medical costs, food, heat- studies major at Dartmouth. For seniors living on a limited budg- Hillary Knight from Hanover com- ing, and other daily expenses, she can et, however, simply cutting back is not peted in her first Olympics as the barely make ends meet. Linda would an option. I have heard from seniors welcome any financial assistance she youngest member of the U.S. Women’s who have turned off the heat in their can get, so that she can save for copay- ice hockey team. And from just down homes because oil prices are so high. I ments for visits to the doctor which the road in Lebanon, Nick Alexander have heard from others who are split- she knows she will soon need. Linda competed in three ski jumping events ting pills and skipping doses because says she is disappointed that the Sen- including the normal hill event, known they cannot afford to refill a prescrip- ate does not realize how desperately in the sport as the ‘‘NH Individual.’’ tion. These are seniors who have seniors need added financial help. Kris Freeman from Andover com- worked hard their whole lives, paid Like Linda, I am disappointed by the peted in his third Olympic games in into the system, and believed that they vote this past Wednesday. My col- Nordic skiing. Kris trains at Waterville would be able to grow old comfortably. leagues failed to act on an opportunity Valley, alongside Michelle Gorgone and Instead, many are barely scraping by to help our seniors when they need it Hannah Kearney, members of the fa- on Social Security benefits that no the most; at a time when just a little mous Waterville Valley Black & Blue longer cover their daily living ex- help would go a long way. Trail Smashers Club. Snowboarder penses. For Jackie, Edward, Linda, and sen- Scotty Lago from Seabrook went to his Last Wednesday, the Senate had the iors across our country facing similar first Olympics in Vancouver after years opportunity to provide some extra help challenges, I will continue fighting to of practice at Waterville and Loon. My for seniors, veterans, and individuals assist older Americans during these husband Billy would want me to men- with disabilities who rely on Social Se- difficult economic times. I urge my tion that he went to Dover High School curity. We voted on an amendment of- colleagues join me in standing by our with Jim Westcott, father of fered by Senator SANDERS, which I co- Nation’s seniors. snowboarder Seth Westcott, who won sponsored, that would have provided an f back-to-back golds in snowboard cross. extra $250 payment to Social Security The New Hampshire medalists at beneficiaries. The payment would have NEW HAMPSHIRE OLYMPIANS these Vancouver Games were really been an extension of the financial as- Mrs. SHAHEEN. Mr. President, I spectacular. Scotty Lago spoke with sistance I successfully fought for as wish to congratulate the athletes from such pride about representing

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Rothbart Outstanding Early Career brating Bode Miller, who, by winning a lent example of Arkansas’s agriculture Research Scientist Award, which goes tradition. After working with his fa- gold, silver, and bronze medal on the to the top scientist who has worked for Whistler slopes, became the most deco- ther in a cotton gin, Kevin knew by the less than 7 years. time he graduated from high school rated American alpine skier in history. I commend Dr. Looper for his re- what he wanted to do with the rest of But I am proud of every Granite search on how improved livestock man- his life. Stater who represented our country in agement can have a positive economic these Games. As someone in elected of- impact on our rural farmers. Through As a seventh-generation Arkansan fice, I can tell you that not every race his research efforts, Dr. Looper rep- and farmer’s daughter, and as chair- goes exactly how you would like. What resents the best of our Arkansas val- man of the Senate Agriculture Com- is important is that each of you has ues: hard work, dedication, and perse- mittee, I understand firsthand and ap- achieved so much through focus and verance. He also inspires the next gen- preciate the hard work and contribu- hard work, far away from the spot- eration of Arkansas leaders as an ad- tions of our farm families. Agriculture light. You represent the best of our junct instructor of biology and physi- is the backbone of Arkansas’s econ- State. ology at the University of Arkansas. omy, creating more than 270,000 jobs in Finally, I want to take a moment to As a seventh-generation Arkansan the State and providing $9.1 billion in recognize Tyler Walker of Franconia and farmer’s daughter, and as chair- wages and salaries. In total, agri- and Chris Devlin-Young of Campton, man of the Senate Agriculture Com- culture contributes roughly $15.9 bil- who will be skiing for Team USA later mittee, I understand firsthand and ap- lion to the Arkansas economy each this week at the Vancouver preciate the hard work and contribu- year. Paralympic games. The Paralymic tions of our Arkansas agriculture com- Our farm families are critical to our games continue to shine as an example munity. Agriculture is the backbone of Nation’s economic stability. Agri- to the world of what each of us can Arkansas’s economy, creating more culture is one of the leading U.S. indus- achieve. Thank you for representing than 270,000 jobs in the State and pro- tries in exports, with a trade surplus of our State and our country. Good luck. viding $9.1 billion in wages and sala- $23 billion in fiscal year 2009. We must f ries. In total, agriculture contributes work to continue the farm family tra- ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS roughly $15.9 billion to the Arkansas dition, so families are able to maintain economy each year. their livelihoods and continue to help I salute Dr. Looper and the entire Ar- provide the safe, abundant, and afford- MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE kansans agriculture community for able food supply that feeds our own CHAMPIONS their hard work and dedication.∑ country and the world and that is es- ∑ Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, it is f sential to our own economic stability. with great pleasure that I congratulate I salute Kevin and all Arkansas farm RECOGNIZING THE ARKANSAS RED families for their hard work and dedi- the University of New Mexico men’s CROSS basketball team for achieving a second cation.∑ ∑ Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today, straight Mountain West Conference f title. during Red Cross Month, I salute the The team’s accomplishments include efforts of the Arkansas Red Cross. The REMEMBERING DIANA TILLION men and women who work in support a school record 28 wins, including 10 ∑ Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, of our local Red Cross chapters are part road wins this season. In addition, today I wish to honor Diana Tillion, of of a global network that mobilizes dur- their remarkable achievements include Halibut Cove, AK. I am saddened to re- ing the most devastating of times. 14 consecutive victories and top 10 port that Diana, a true Alaskan spirit They provide comfort and care for rankings in both the AP and ESPN/ and invaluable public servant, passed those who need it most, whether that USA Today polls. away at home, with her family sur- need is clothing, shelter, or blood. Renowned for passionate fans, the rounding her, on February 3, 2010, at University of New Mexico men’s bas- The Arkansas Red Cross exemplifies our Arkansas values of humanity, com- the age of 81. Diana is remembered by ketball team dedication to character those who knew her as a beloved wife and teamwork has brought tremendous passion, and a spirit of giving. Many times throughout the years, I have and mother, public servant, teacher, pride to the people of New Mexico and writer, poet, and friend. She is treas- offers our country a reflection of this seen the good work of our Arkansas Red Cross first hand. The sacrifice and ured by the people back home as an in- spirit. credible artist who depicted Alaska’s I also wish to commend the leader- commitment they make is to be ac- beauty in a unique way. Diana had the ship of senior cocaptain Roman Mar- knowledged and celebrated. On behalf ability to create a window through her tinez for his excellence in the class- of the people of our State, I thank ev- art—a window into the impressive and room and his contributions to the com- eryone in the Arkansas Red Cross fam- munity. As an Academic All-American, ily, from volunteers to staff members untamed landscape of our great State. Roman exemplifies the true character to donors of blood or financial re- Any one of her pieces could draw you of a student-athlete. Knowing Roman’s sources. into that scene and that moment in a dedication to service in the commu- Since 1943, the President of the meaningful and memorable way. nity, it is clear that his role in this United States has proclaimed March as Alaska is a vast open land full of most worthy pursuit will be even ‘‘Red Cross Month.’’ President Frank- breathtaking scenery, wild animals, greater in the years to come. lin D. Roosevelt issued the first Red and diverse terrain. It is also a place Along with my fellow New Mexicans, Cross Month proclamation, recognizing that is rich in culture. From Alaska’s I wish these students much success as the American Red Cross as a true re- native peoples and the traditions they prepare to compete in the Moun- flection of the humanitarian and vol- passed down by their ancestors, to the tain West Conference and NCAA tour- unteer spirit and calling on Americans pioneers of the gold rush, to Alaskans naments, and I applaud their achieve- to ‘‘rededicate themselves to the splen- who are breaking new ground today—it ments.∑ did aims and activities of the Red is not a place for the faint of heart. Alaskans take pride in this, and Diana f Cross.’’ Mr. President, communities depend Tillion undoubtedly understood this DR. MIKE LOOPER on the Red Cross in times of need, and sense of pride and shared in it with us. ∑ Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today the Red Cross depends on the support Diana was born in Paradise, CA on I congratulate Dr. Mike Looper of of the public to achieve its mission.∑ June 1, 1928. She migrated north to the

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Diana painted her last picture EXECUTIVE MESSAGES REFERRED Diana won a juror’s choice award for a just 8 days before she passed away. She As in executive session the Presiding painting and was paid $100 a great— is survived by her husband Clem, their Officer laid before the Senate messages amount at that time—to paint a mural four children, grandchildren, and from the President of the United of Homer in the old Yah Sure Club sa- friends. Alaskans back home, myself States submitting sundry nominations loon. She was recognized as a prom- included, are proud of the legacy that which were referred to the appropriate ising artist and began studying art by is Diana’s life and work. The person committees. correspondence, since, at that time, she was and the beautiful art she left (The nominations received today are there was no road access to Homer and with us will forever be cherished. printed at the end of the Senate pro- the lower Kenai Peninsula. As a young On behalf of the U.S. Senate, I am ceedings.) woman, Diana left Alaska to study proud to recognize and thank Diana under the prominent artists of the time Rutzebeck Tillion for her passion for f in New York, London, and Paris. life and her family, her originality, and MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME In 1952, Diana married an Alaskan years of giving to her community. I ex- commercial fisherman and the love of tend my condolences and sincere sym- The following bill was read the first her life, Clem Tillion. Clem proposed to pathy on her passing to her family, time: Diana on their first date, and they friends, and students.∑ S. 3092. A bill to designate the facility of spent 59 wonderful years together. the United States Postal Service located at 5070 Vegas Valley Drive in Las Vegas, Ne- Clem and Diana built their life to- f gether in Halibut Cove, a small scenic vada, as the ‘‘Joseph A. Ryan Post Office community located on the south shore Building’’. TRIBUTE TO CARL TUBBESING of Kachemak Bay in Prince William f Sound—a 6-mile trip by boat from ∑ Mr. VOINOVICH. Mr. President, Homer. The Tillions had four children: today I honor Carl Tubbesing, execu- EXECUTIVE AND OTHER William, Marian, Martha, and Vincent. tive director of the National Con- COMMUNICATIONS When Alaska celebrated statehood in ference of State Legislatures, NCSL, on The following communications were 1958, Clem became active in the State the occasion of his retirement after 35 laid before the Senate, together with legislature and served in both the years of service. Carl’s dedication to accompanying papers, reports, and doc- House and Senate. Diana was a key the ideals of federalism has been stead- uments, and were referred as indicated: supporter in Clem’s political career fast and unwavering during the course EC–4984. A communication from the Ad- and successfully moved four children of his time at NCSL, and his accom- ministrator of the Fruit and Vegetable Pro- back and forth between Halibut Cove plishments have been many. His tire- grams, Agricultural Marketing Service, De- and Juneau when the State legislature less commitment to maintaining the partment of Agriculture, transmitting, pur- was in session. She maintained their balance among Federal, State and local suant to law, the report of a rule entitled governments undoubtedly has made a ‘‘Tomatoes Grown in Florida; Decreased As- education as well as her career in the sessment Rate’’ (Docket Nos. AMS–FV–09– arts throughout this time. Her son Vin- positive impact in the lives of many. 0063; FV09–956–2 FIR) received in the Office of cent has said that she ‘‘supported I am fortunate to have worked with the President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; [Clem] wholeheartedly in a way many Carl during my days as chairman of the to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, wouldn’t be able to do’’. The special National Governors Association. To- and Forestry. friendship between Clem and Diana gether, we fought to maintain a EC–4985. A communication from the Assist- Tillion was well recognized among po- healthy relationship between Federal ant Director, Executive and Political Per- litical colleagues and friends in Ju- and State governments, and to ensure sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- that the folks in Washington adhered ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a neau. vacancy in the position of Under Secretary In 1958 Diana discovered a new me- to the same ideals of federalism in of Defense (Personnel and Readiness), re- dium, distinguishing herself as the first which we believed. ceived in the Office of the President of the and only known artist to paint with oc- In 1986, I made a speech as mayor of Senate on March 4, 2010; to the Committee topus ink. A biologist friend helped her Cleveland lamenting the fact that on Armed Services. perfect the extraction process so that while Constitutional federalism was EC–4986. A communication from the Assist- removing the ink caused no harm to alive in theory, it had died in practice. ant Director, Executive and Political Per- the creatures found in the lagoon near We have made great progress since I sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- her home. Once removed, the ink natu- gave that speech more than 20 years ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a vacancy in the position of Assistant Sec- rally regenerates. Diana was fascinated ago. The comeback story of federalism retary of Defense (Public Affairs), received by how the color of the ink shifted and our success in the proper delinea- in the Office of the President of the Senate from animal to animal—from purple to tion of responsibility from Federal cen- on March 4, 2010; to the Committee on Armed gold to green. She built an art gallery tralization to local control is due, in no Services. in Halibut Cove that drew many visi- small part, to Carl’s perseverance and EC–4987. A communication from the Under tors and renowned artists to the small hard work. Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readi- community over several decades. It Carl’s efforts to devolve authority for ness), transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- was said that Diana turned Halibut domestic policy from the Federal to port relative to the Family Subsistence Sup- plemental Allowance program; to the Com- Cove into an ‘‘isolated haven’’ for Alas- State level paid off, most notably, with mittee on Armed Services. ka’s artists. Diana’s work was featured the passage of several major pieces of EC–4988. A communication from the Chief in a solo exhibit at the Anchorage Mu- legislation. These include the Unfunded Counsel, Federal Emergency Management seum in 1971 and her work was shown Mandates Reform Act, amendments to Agency, Department of Homeland Security, across the country. She published six the Safe Drinking Water Reform Act, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of books, served as the vice president of welfare reform, and Medicaid reforms. a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in Flood Elevation the Alaska Council on the Arts and It is my privilege to recognize Carl Determinations (75 FR 7956)’’ ((44 CFR Part taught art at Homer Community Col- Tubbesing for his diligent commitment 65)(Docket No. FEMA–2010–0003)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on lege for 10 years. Diana influenced to federalism and dedicated service to March 4, 2010; to the Committee on Banking, many Alaskans through her compas- the National Conference of State Leg- Housing, and Urban Affairs. sion for art and public service. Her liv- islatures, and to congratulate him on EC–4989. A communication from the Chief ing legacy is apparent today through his well-deserved retirement.∑ Counsel, Federal Emergency Management

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1310 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 Agency, Department of Homeland Security, received in the Office of the President of the latory Services, Office of Innovation and Im- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Senate on March 8, 2010; to the Committee provement, Department of Education, trans- a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in Flood Elevation on Environment and Public Works. mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule Determinations (75 FR 7955)’’ ((44 CFR Part EC–4997. A communication from the Direc- entitled ‘‘Magnet Schools Assistance Pro- 65)(Docket No. FEMA–2010–0003)) received in tor of the Regulatory Management Division, gram’’ (RIN1855–AA07) received in the Office the Office of the President of the Senate on Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, of the President of the Senate on March 8, March 4, 2010; to the Committee on Banking, Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- 2010; to the Committee on Health, Education, Housing, and Urban Affairs. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Labor, and Pensions. EC–4990. A communication from the Chief titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air EC–5006. A communication from the Dep- of the Trade and Commercial Regulations Quality Implementation Plans; Minnesota’’ uty Director of Regulations and Policy Man- Branch, Customs and Border Protection, De- (FRL No. 9125–3) received in the Office of the agement Staff, Food and Drug Administra- partment of Homeland Security, transmit- President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; to tion, Department of Health and Human Serv- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- the Committee on Environment and Public ices, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- titled ‘‘’Extension of Import Restrictions Im- Works. port of a rule entitled ‘‘Listing of Color Ad- posed on Certain Categories of Archae- EC–4998. A communication from the Direc- ditives Exempt From Certification; ological Material From the Pre-Hispanic tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Paracoccus Pigment; Confirmation of Effec- Cultures of the Republic of El Salvador’’ Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, tive Date’’ (Docket No. FDA–2007–C–00456) re- (RIN1505–AC23) received in the Office of the Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ceived in the Office of the President of the President of the Senate on March 3, 2010; to ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Senate on March 3, 2010; to the Committee the Committee on Finance. titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. EC–4991. A communication from the Chief Quality Implementation Plans; Virginia; Re- EC–5007. A communication from the Chief of the Endangered Species Listing Branch, visions to Clean Air Interstate Rule Sulfur Human Capital Officer, Corporation for Na- Fish and Wildlife Services, Department of Dioxide Trading Program’’ (FRL No. 9125–2) tional and Community Service, transmit- the Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, received in the Office of the President of the ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered Senate on March 8, 2010; to the Committee vacancy in the position of Inspector General and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Des- on Environment and Public Works. of the Corporation for National and Commu- EC–4999. A communication from the Direc- ignation of Critical Habitat for Oregon Chub nity Service, received in the Office of the tor of the Regulatory Management Division, (Oregonichthys crameri)’’ (RIN1018–AV87) re- President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; to Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, ceived in the Office of the President of the the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- Senate on March 8, 2009; to the Committee and Pensions. on Environment and Public Works. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–5008. A communication from the Om- EC–4992. A communication from the Chief titled ‘‘Determination of Attainment, Ap- budsman, Energy Employees Compensation proval and Promulgation of Air Quality Im- of the Endangered Species Listing Branch, Program, Department of Labor, transmit- plementation Plans; Indiana’’ (FRL No. 9125– Fish and Wildlife Services, Department of ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to 6) received in the Office of the President of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Energy Employees Occupational Illness the Senate on March 8, 2010; to the Com- the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered Compensation Program; to the Committee and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Final mittee on Environment and Public Works. EC–5000. A communication from the Direc- on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Rule to List the Galapagos Petrel and EC–5009. A communication from the Asso- tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Heinroth’s Shearwater as Threatened ciate General Counsel for General Law, De- Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, Throughout Their Ranges’’ (RIN1018–AW70) partment of Homeland Security, transmit- Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- received in the Office of the President of the ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a Senate on March 8, 2009; to the Committee titled ‘‘Revisions to the California State Im- vacancy in the position of Under Secretary on Environment and Public Works. of Intelligence and Analysis, Department of EC–4993. A communication from the Acting plementation Plan; San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’’ (FRL No. 9123–3) Homeland Security, received in the Office of Chief of the Endangered Species Listing received in the Office of the President of the the President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; Branch, Fish and Wildlife Services, Depart- Senate on March 8, 2010; to the Committee to the Committee on Homeland Security and ment of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant on Environment and Public Works. Governmental Affairs. to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endan- EC–5001. A communication from the Direc- EC–5010. A communication from the Chair- gered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; tor of the Regulatory Management Division, man of the Council of the District of Colum- Determination of Endangered Status for 48 Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report Species on Kauai and Designation of Critical Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- on D.C. Act 18–319, ‘‘Clean and Affordable En- Habitat’’ (RIN1018–AV48) received in the Of- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ergy Fiscal Year 2010 Fund Balance Tem- fice of the President of the Senate on March titled ‘‘Effluent Limitations Guidelines and porary Amendment Act of 2010’’; to the Com- 8, 2009; to the Committee on Environment Standards for the Construction and Develop- mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- and Public Works. ment Point Source Category; Correction’’ mental Affairs. EC–4994. A communication from the Acting (FRL No. 9118–7) received in the Office of the EC–5011. A communication from the Chair- Chief of the Endangered Species Listing President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; to man of the Council of the District of Colum- Branch, Fish and Wildlife Services, Depart- the Committee on Environment and Public bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report ment of the Interior, transmitting, pursuant Works. on D.C. Act 18–320, ‘‘Health Care Facilities to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endan- EC–5002. A communication from the Chief Improvement Amendment Act of 2010’’; to gered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Counsel, Economic Development Adminis- the Committee on Homeland Security and Revised Designation of Critical Habitat for tration, Department of Commerce, transmit- Governmental Affairs. the California Red-Legged Frog’’ (RIN1018– ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–5012. A communication from the Gen- AV90) received in the Office of the President titled ‘‘Revisions to the EDA Regulations’’ eral Counsel of the Department of Com- of the Senate on March 8, 2009; to the Com- (RIN0610–AA64) received in the Office of the merce, transmitting the report of proposed mittee on Environment and Public Works. President of the Senate on March 4, 2010; to legislation containing a series of legislative EC–4995. A communication from the Direc- the Committee on Environment and Public changes that make certain technical and tor of the Regulatory Management Division, Works. conforming amendments to trademark and Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, EC–5003. A communication from the Assist- patent law as well as other needed changes; Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- ant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs, to the Committee on the Judiciary. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Department of State, transmitting, pursuant EC–5013. A communication from the Assist- titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air to law, (5) five reports relative to vacancies ant Secretary, Office of Legislative Affairs, Quality Implementation Plans; Texas; Revi- in the Department of State, received in the Department of State, transmitting, pursuant sions to Chapter 116 which relate to the Per- Office of the President of the Senate on to law, a report relative to Data Mining Ac- mit Renewal Applications and Permit Re- March 4, 2010; to the Committee on Foreign tivity in the Department of State; to the newal Submittal’’ (FRL No. 9125–9) received Relations. Committee on the Judiciary. in the Office of the President of the Senate EC–5004. A communication from the Assist- EC–5014. A communication from the Para- on March 8, 2010; to the Committee on Envi- ant General Counsel of the Division of Regu- legal Specialist, Federal Aviation Adminis- ronment and Public Works. latory Services, Office of Innovation and Im- tration, Department of Transportation, EC–4996. A communication from the Direc- provement, Department of Education, trans- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of tor of the Regulatory Management Division, mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation, entitled ‘‘Investing in Innovation Fund’’ proach Procedures (24); Amdt. No. 3358’’ Environmental Protection Agency, transmit- (RIN1855–AA06) received in the Office of the (RIN2120–AA65) received in the Office of the ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; to President of the Senate on March 3, 2010; to titled ‘‘Approval and Promulgation of Air the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Quality Implementation Plans; Texas; Revi- and Pensions. Transportation. sions to Chapter 116 which relate to the Ap- EC–5005. A communication from the Assist- EC–5015. A communication from the Senior plication Review Schedule’’ (FRL No. 9123–7) ant General Counsel of the Division of Regu- Regulations Analyst, Office of the Secretary

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President of the Senate on March 3, 2010; to By Mrs. GILLIBRAND: S. 718 the Committee on Commerce, Science, and S. 3090. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- At the request of Mr. HARKIN, the Transportation. enue Code of 1986 to expand the availability name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. EC–5016. A communication from the Dep- of the saver’s credit and to make the credit NELSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. uty Assistant Secretary for Administration, refundable; to the Committee on Finance. 718, a bill to amend the Legal Services Department of Commerce, transmitting, pur- By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself and Corporation Act to meet special needs suant to law, the report of a rule entitled Ms. LANDRIEU): ‘‘Commerce Acquisition Regulation’’ S. 3091. A bill to amend the Immigration of eligible clients, provide for tech- (RIN0605–AA26) received in the Office of the and Nationality Act to prohibit the Sec- nology grants, improve corporate prac- President of the Senate on March 8, 2010; to retary of Homeland Security from charging a tices of the Legal Services Corpora- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and fee for a Certificate of Citizenship for a for- tion, and for other purposes. Transportation. eign-born child adopted within the United S. 730 EC–5017. A communication from the Dep- States and for other purposes; to the Com- At the request of Mr. ENSIGN, the uty Chief Financial Officer and Director for mittee on the Judiciary. name of the Senator from Massachu- Financial Management, Office of the Sec- By Mr. REID: retary, Department of Commerce, transmit- S. 3092. A bill to designate the facility of setts (Mr. KERRY) was added as a co- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- the United States Postal Service located at sponsor of S. 730, a bill to amend the titled ‘‘Civil Monetary Penalties; Adjust- 5070 Vegas Valley Drive in Las Vegas, Ne- Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the ments’’ (RIN0690–AA35) received in the Office vada, as the ‘‘Joseph A. Ryan Post Office United States to modify the tariffs on of the President of the Senate on March 5, Building’’; read the first time. certain footwear, and for other pur- 2010; to the Committee on Commerce, By Mr. CASEY: poses. Science, and Transportation. S. 3093. A bill to require semiannual index- S. 968 EC–5018. A communication from the Chief ing of certain Federal child nutrition pro- of Staff, Media Bureau, Federal Communica- grams; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nu- At the request of Mr. REID, the name tions Commission, transmitting, pursuant to trition, and Forestry. of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amend- By Mr. BUNNING: BEGICH) was added as a cosponsor of S. ment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allot- S. 3094. A bill to allow individuals to elect 968, a bill to award competitive grants ments, FM Broadcast Stations (French Lick, to opt out of the Medicare part A benefits; to to eligible partnerships to enable the Indiana, and Irvington, Kentucky)’’ (MB the Committee on Finance. partnerships to implement innovative Docket No. 07–296) received in the Office of By Mr. INHOFE (for himself, Mr. strategies at the secondary school level the President of the Senate on March 4, 2010; BARRASSO, and Mr. BURR): to improve student achievement and to the Committee on Commerce, Science, S. 3095. A bill to reduce the deficit by es- and Transportation. tablishing discretionary caps for non-secu- prepare at-risk students for postsec- EC–5019. A communication from the Chief rity spending; to the Committee on the ondary education and the workforce. of Staff, Media Bureau, Federal Communica- Budget. S. 1425 tions Commission, transmitting, pursuant to f At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amend- name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND ment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allot- BROWN) was added as a cosponsor of S. ments, FM Broadcast Stations (Markham, SENATE RESOLUTIONS 1425, a bill to increase the United Ganado, and Victoria, Texas)’’ (MB Docket The following concurrent resolutions No. 07–163) received in the Office of the Presi- States financial and programmatic dent of the Senate on March 4, 2010; to the and Senate resolutions were read, and contributions to promote economic op- Committee on Commerce, Science, and referred (or acted upon), as indicated: portunities for women in developing Transportation. By Mr. SPECTER (for himself and Mr. countries. EC–5020. A communication from the Vice CASEY): S. 1492 President, Government Affairs, National S. Res. 448. A resolution reauthorizing the At the request of Ms. MIKULSKI, the Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak, John Heinz Senate Fellowship Program; to name of the Senator from West Vir- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- the Committee on Rules and Administration. ative to Amtrak’s Executive Level 1 salary By Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself, ginia (Mr. BYRD) was added as a co- for 2009; to the Committee on Commerce, Mr. COCHRAN, Mr. BYRD, Mr. BEGICH, sponsor of S. 1492, a bill to amend the Science, and Transportation. Mr. FEINGOLD, and Ms. MIKULSKI): Public Health Service Act to fund S. Res. 449. A resolution celebrating Volun- breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s disease f teers in Service to America on its 45th anni- research while providing more help to REPORTS OF COMMITTEES versary and recognizing its contribution to caregivers and increasing public edu- the fight against poverty; considered and cation about prevention. The following reports of committees agreed to. S. 1700 were submitted: By Mr. REID: By Mr. ROCKEFELLER, from the Com- S. Res. 450. A resolution to constitute the At the request of Mr. LUGAR, the mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- majority party’s membership on certain name of the Senator from South Da- tation, with an amendment in the nature of committees for the One Hundred Eleventh kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- a substitute: Congress, or until their successors are cho- sponsor of S. 1700, a bill to require cer- S. 649. A bill to require an inventory of sen; considered and agreed to. tain issuers to disclose payments to radio spectrum bands managed by the Na- f foreign governments for the commer- tional Telecommunications and Information ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS cial development of oil, natural gas, Administration and the Federal Communica- and minerals, to express the sense of tions Commission (Rept. No. 111–159). S. 118 S. 592. A bill to implement the rec- Congress that the President should dis- ommendations of the Federal Communica- At the request of Mr. KOHL, the name close any payment relating to the com- tions Commission report to the Congress re- of the Senator from New York (Mrs. mercial development of oil, natural garding low-power FM service (Rept. No. 111– GILLIBRAND) was added as a cosponsor gas, and minerals on Federal land, and 160). of S. 118, a bill to amend section 202 of for other purposes. f the Housing Act of 1959, to improve the S. 1737 program under such section for sup- At the request of Mr. FRANKEN, the INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND portive housing for the elderly, and for name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. JOINT RESOLUTIONS other purposes. MERKLEY) was added as a cosponsor of The following bills and joint resolu- S. 448 S. 1737, a bill to amend the Richard B. tions were introduced, read the first At the request of Mr. SPECTER, the Russell National School Lunch Act and and second times by unanimous con- name of the Senator from Vermont the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to in- sent, and referred as indicated: (Mr. SANDERS) was added as a cospon- crease the number of children eligible

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AMENDMENT NO. 3434 205 of title 18, United States Code, to S. 3082 At the request of Mr. REED, the name exempt qualifying law school students At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the of the Senator from Connecticut (Mr. participating in legal clinics from the name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. DODD) was added as a cosponsor of application of the general conflict of BROWN) was added as a cosponsor of S. amendment No. 3434 intended to be pro- interest rules under such section. 3082, a bill to amend title 38, United posed to H.R. 4213, a bill to amend the S. 2993 States Code, to authorize individuals Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend At the request of Mr. SANDERS, the who are pursuing programs of rehabili- certain expiring provisions, and for name of the Senator from Michigan tation, education, or training under other purposes. (Ms. STABENOW) was added as a cospon- laws administered by the Secretary of AMENDMENT NO. 3439 sor of S. 2993, a bill to increase the Veterans Affairs to receive work-study At the request of Mr. REID, the name quantity of solar photovoltaic elec- allowances for certain outreach serv- of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. EN- tricity by providing rebates for the ices provided through congressional of- SIGN) was added as a cosponsor of purchase and installation of an addi- fices, and for other purposes. amendment No. 3439 intended to be pro- tional 10,000,000 solar roofs and addi- S. CON. RES. 51 posed to H.R. 4213, a bill to amend the tional solar water heating systems At the request of Mr. DODD, the name Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend with a cumulative capacity of 10,000,000 of the Senator from West Virginia (Mr. certain expiring provisions, and for gallons by 2019. ROCKEFELLER) was added as a cospon- other purposes. S. 3036 sor of S. Con. Res. 51, a concurrent res- AMENDMENT NO. 3440 olution honoring and praising the Na- At the request of Mr. BAYH, the At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the tional Association for the Advance- names of the Senator from Michigan name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. ment of Colored People on the occasion (Ms. STABENOW) and the Senator from MERKLEY) was added as a cosponsor of of its 101st anniversary. North Dakota (Mr. CONRAD) were added amendment No. 3440 intended to be pro- as cosponsors of S. 3036, a bill to estab- S. RES. 439 posed to H.R. 4213, a bill to amend the lish the Office of the National Alz- At the request of Mr. ENSIGN, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend heimer’s Project. name of the Senator from North Caro- certain expiring provisions, and for lina (Mr. BURR) was added as a cospon- S. 3058 other purposes. sor of S. Res. 439, a resolution recog- At the request of Mr. DORGAN, the nizing the exemplarily service, devo- AMENDMENT NO. 3447 names of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. tion to country, and selfless sacrifice of At the request of Mr. DEMINT, the BURRIS), the Senator from Ohio (Mr. Special Warfare Operators 2nd Class names of the Senator from Missouri BROWN), the Senator from Minnesota Matthew McCabe and Jonathan Keefe (Mrs. MCCASKILL), the Senator from (Mr. FRANKEN), the Senator from Mon- and Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Oklahoma (Mr. COBURN), the Senator tana (Mr. TESTER) and the Senator Julio Huertas in capturing Ahmed from Florida (Mr. LEMIEUX), the Sen- from North Dakota (Mr. CONRAD) were Hashim Abed, one of the most-wanted ator from Wisconsin (Mr. FEINGOLD), added as cosponsors of S. 3058, a bill to terrorists in Iraq, and pledging to con- the Senator from Arizona (Mr. MCCAIN) amend the Public Health Service Act tinue to support members of the United and the Senator from Iowa (Mr. GRASS- to reauthorize the special diabetes pro- States Armed Forces serving in harm’s LEY) were added as cosponsors of grams for Type I diabetes and Indians way. amendment No. 3447 intended to be pro- under that Act. AMENDMENT NO. 3351 posed to H.R. 4213, a bill to amend the S. 3059 At the request of Mr. REED, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend At the request of Mr. BINGAMAN, the names of the Senator from New York certain expiring provisions, and for name of the Senator from Michigan (Mr. SCHUMER) and the Senator from other purposes. (Ms. STABENOW) was added as a cospon- New York (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) were f sor of S. 3059, a bill to improve energy added as cosponsors of amendment No. efficiency of appliances, lighting, and 3351 intended to be proposed to H.R. STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED buildings, and for other purposes. 4213, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS S. 3065 enue Code of 1986 to extend certain ex- By Ms. LANDRIEU: At the request of Mr. LIEBERMAN, the piring provisions, and for other pur- S. 3089. A bill to require a study and names of the Senator from Massachu- poses. report by the Office of Advocacy of the

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Mr. President, I come small businesses and independent in- the bill was ordered to be printed in to the floor this evening to announce ventors everywhere—patent reform. the RECORD, as follows: the introduction of a bill, S. 3095. It is I understand that the Senate Judici- S. 3089 called the Honest Expenditure Limita- ary Committee has been hard at work Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- tion Act of 2010. It spells HELP. It is analyzing what reforms would improve resentatives of the United States of America in the HELP Act of 2010. the U.S. patent system. One of these Congress assembled, On February 1 of 2010, President reforms would involve changing the SECTION 1. STUDY AND REPORT OF PATENT LAW Obama released his fiscal year 2011 U.S. from a ‘‘first to invent’’ to a ‘‘first CHANGES. budget with a funding request of $3.8 to file’’ invention priority system. As (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section— trillion. In it he announced a 3-year Chair of the Senate Committee on (1) the term ‘‘Chief Counsel’’ means the freeze on discretionary spending for all Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Small Business & Entrepreneurship, I nonsecurity-related agencies at the fis- Business Administration; and cal year 2010 levels, which amounts to want to ensure that Congress’ reform (2) the term ‘‘small business concern’’ has will create a patent regime that will a total spending level of $460 billion the meaning given that term under section 3 each year for those agencies. Nonsecu- not unduly burden small businesses of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). rity spending is defined as all agencies and independent inventors, but instead, (b) STUDY.— enhance their success as innovators in (1) IN GENERAL.—The Chief Counsel, in con- except the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the the U.S. economy. sultation with the Director of the United Small businesses represent 99.7 per- States Patent and Trademark Office, shall Department of Veterans Affairs, the conduct a study of the effects of changing Department of State, and one of the cent of all employers, employing 1⁄2 of from a first-to-invent to a first-to-file inven- national security-related agencies in the U.S. labor force. These businesses tion priority system under patent law under are at the forefront of U.S. innovation the Department of Energy. The admin- title 35 of the United States Code. istration’s Office of Management and and have produced over 80 percent of (2) AREAS OF STUDY.—The study conducted Budget estimates this initiative will net new jobs in the U.S. economy over under paragraph (1) shall include examina- save $250 billion over the coming dec- the past decade. At a time when our tion of the effects of changing from a first- ade. Keep in mind, that is $250 billion Nation’s economy is under stress, we to-invent to a first-to-file invention priority from where it started, which I will ad- need the help of small businesses in system, including examining— (A) how the change would affect the ability dress in a minute. creating new jobs and economic oppor- of small business concerns to obtain patents; On the surface, this proposal gives tunities. (B) whether the change would create or ex- the President the appearance of being Today, we are living in what some acerbate any disadvantage for applicants for fiscally prudent—something the Amer- call a ‘‘Digital Age’’ with an ever-in- patents that are small business concerns rel- ican people have been demanding of creasing focus on how to incorporate ative to applicants for patents that are not their government, especially in recent advanced technology into our day to small business concerns; and months. But when you look closely at day activities. When it comes to ad- (C) the costs and benefits to small business concerns of the change. the numbers he has presented, it is vanced technology, small businesses clear as day why he is able to offer this are also leading the pack in terms of (c) REPORT.—Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the spending freeze without batting an eye. job growth, producing approximately 40 Chief Counsel shall submit to the Committee For one, discretionary spending has in- percent of all high-tech employment on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and creased by 20 percent in 2 years. Sec- nation-wide. the Committee on the Judiciary of the Sen- ondly, the massive $787 billion stimulus One measurable way of tracking the ate and the Committee on Small Business package provided a substantial spend- rate of small business innovation in and the Committee on the Judiciary of the ing cushion for nearly every agency, the U.S. is by analyzing patent statis- House of Representatives a report regarding the results of the study under subsection (b). making a spending freeze such as the tics. For example, small businesses in President’s inconsequential. the technology sector produce 13 times By Mr. REID: Let’s stop and look at that. We are more patents per employee than large S. 3092. A bill to designate the facil- talking about $787 billion in a stimulus businesses. Additionally, small firm ity of the United States Postal Service bill, but we are also talking about hav- patents outperform those of larger located at 5070 Vegas Valley Drive in ing increased from fiscal year 2008 to firms in a number of key areas, and Las Vegas, Nevada, as the ‘‘Joseph A. fiscal year 2010 by 20 percent. So what tend to be cited more frequently as Ryan Post Office Building’’; read the he is doing here is raising it 20 percent these patents are more original and first time. and then freezing it. What he ought to more general. These metrics are impor- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- do, if he had to raise it 20 percent, is tant indicators of patent value, and in- imous consent that the text of the bill start bringing it down. deed small firm patents are tightly be printed in the RECORD. Additionally, this spending freeze linked to growth in the patenting There being no objection, the text of proposal does too little to improve the firms. the bill was ordered to be printed in long-term fiscal aspects of our Nation. As you can see, the role that small the RECORD, as follows: We all know we stand at the edge of businesses play as innovators in our disaster. Doug Elmendorf, who is the S. 3092 economy is critical to our Nation’s Director of the nonpartisan Congres- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of overall success as an international sional Budget Office, recently testified high-tech leader. In order to properly Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, about our Nation’s fiscal outlook be- track and understand how changes to SECTION 1. JOSEPH A. RYAN POST OFFICE fore Congress and he didn’t deliver very the U.S. patent system will impact our BUILDING. good news. I will tell my colleagues small innovators, I am introducing the (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the what he said. He said that last year our Small Business Patent Data Collection United States Postal Service located at 5070 budget deficit was a staggering $1.4 Act of 2010. This legislation will direct Vegas Valley Drive in Las Vegas, Nevada, trillion. Remember, just a minute ago I the Small Business Administration’s shall be known and designated as the ‘‘Jo- said if you add up all of the—well, let’s Office of Advocacy to conduct a study seph A. Ryan Post Office Building’’. say that is actually more than all of in consultation with the U.S. Patent (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other the last 6 years of the Bush administra- and Trademark Office to analyze how record of the United States to the facility re- tion deficits. That amounts to less changes to the current system will im- ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to than the $1.4 trillion. So he said last pact the ability of small businesses to be a reference to the ‘‘Joseph A. Ryan Post year our budget deficit was a stag- obtain patents, whether the change Office Building’’. gering $1.4 trillion, which represented

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This is all com- the year 2020—just the interest alone. to be doing the spending, and our ing from Elmendorf. This is the CBO But the $700 billion that we could spend Founding Fathers recognize that we do we are talking about. Additionally, on interest in 2020 happens each and a better job knowing what our needs CBO estimates the amount of debt held every year. We don’t get anything for are in the local communities than the by the public will skyrocket to $15 tril- it. It is the cost of living having this central government does. lion by 2020. If it sounds like a stag- much debt in the first place. If we let the President and the Presi- gering number, that is because it is. At this rate, it will become more and dent’s budget dictate everything and When you consider the amount of in- more difficult for the government to then we try to make changes within terest we will be paying to China and fund priorities we truly think are im- that, people will say, Oh, that is an Japan and others, it is embarrassing: portant, such as national security and earmark. Well, wait a minute. If you $700 billion each and every year until infrastructure spending. For some rea- don’t do that, then you are having the 2020 and beyond if we do nothing about son, nobody around here wants to unelected bureaucrats in government our rising deficit levels. In other words, spend money on infrastructure. I know in the Obama administration do the if we keep on what we are doing right I get criticized. I am considered to be a earmarking. So the President ear- now with this administration, with the conservative. I have been rated the No. marks too. If you don’t believe it, look help of the Democratic legislators in 1 most conservative Member of the at the Appropriations Conference Re- both Houses, it is going to be $700 tril- Senate some time ago by the American port, where the focus is on the vast ma- lion. Conservative Union and just last week jority of discretionary spending which Let’s do the math and put that in by the National Journal. So you are is doled out every year by unelected perspective. If $700 billion of interest looking at a conservative, but I am a bureaucrats. were paid evenly by every household in big spender on some things. One is pro- I wish more people would understand the United States today, it would tecting America. That is what we are this, because I find that a lot of the amount to more than $6,000 per house- supposed to be doing around here. The people who hammer and demagog the hold. That is kind of interesting. I al- other is infrastructure. We have a earmark mantra are the ones who are ways try to do my math. When I was crumbling infrastructure system. Look the biggest spenders and it is a nice fighting the effort by this administra- what happened with some of the way of deviating from your behavior. I tion to have a cap-and-trade bill which bridges crumbling down. I guess that think something needs to be done im- would have been somewhere between was in Minnesota. People died up there. mediately and seriously. $300 billion and $400 billion, whether Our infrastructure is crumbling. It is So today I am introducing the HELP you are talking about the McCain- aging. We need to do something about Act, as I mentioned. It is called the Lieberman cap-and-trade bill of 2003 or it, but I can’t find anyone who wants to Honest Expenditure Limitation Pro- the McCain-Lieberman bill of 2005 or spend money on infrastructure. Instead gram Act of 2010. The bill does three the bills of 2008, or later on the Boxer- we are spending money on social engi- things. One, it places caps on nonsecu- Sanders bill, or even going back to neering. rity discretionary spending which I de- Kyoto, it is going to cost somewhere To combat this, several proposals fine exactly as President Obama’s between $300 billion and $400 billion. I have been recently introduced that I budget does. I do this because I wish to understand when we talk about billions support. In the House, Congressman show the similarities between what he and trillions of dollars what we are PENCE and Congressmen HENSARLING said he wants to do and what I want to really talking about. So I do my math introduced a constitutional amend- do. The second thing is it enforces the all the time and say, How much is this ment that would cap the Federal caps by sequestering any spending going to cost my average taxpaying spending at 20 percent of the econ- above the cap through across-the-board families in my State of Oklahoma? It omy—20 percent of GDP. It is one way cuts, a process that currently applies amounted to $3,100 a year. This would of doing this. I think it is a good idea. to mandatory spending, but not to dis- have been, if they had been successful I am all for it. Additionally, Senator cretionary. Three, it disallows Con- in passing a cap-and-trade bill—it is all DEMINT introduced an amendment re- gress from evading the sequestration dead now. They are not going to do it. quiring a balanced budget. I am all for cuts through a 67-vote point of order I don’t care what Senator LINDSEY that. Some of my colleagues are sup- against any attempt to exempt new GRAHAM and Senator JOHN KERRY say, porting a year-long earmark morato- spending from this legislation. That is it is history now. People are not going rium. That is kind of phony. It was re- going to make it pretty tough to get to pay that kind of thing to get noth- ported on Monday that Speaker PELOSI through. ing for it. has suggested a year-long earmark Rather than simply freezing the Back when we were talking about the moratorium as well. My colleagues spending as the President wants to do $700 billion interest that would be paid need to consider a couple of issues in at the 2010 levels—let’s keep in mind, every year, that is what is going to talking about earmarks. first, he increased discretionary spend- happen by 2020 with this administra- One, an earmark moratorium does ing for a year by 20 percent, and then tion if we let it continue. That would nothing to combat the increasing gov- he wants to freeze it there. cost each tax-paying family in the ernment spending. In other words, if Instead of doing that for 3 years and United States of America $6,000 per you have a moratorium on earmarks, it then allowing spending to explode household each and every year after doesn’t save a cent. Funding that again, which is what his proposal does, 2020. would have been spent in earmarks will my bill would actually cut discre- Put another way: The entire finan- simply be spent by the Obama adminis- tionary spending for nonsecurity agen- cial industry bailout—remember the tration, by their bureaucrats. I suppose cies, the same exemptions he has, back famous bank bailout? I know Repub- it should come as no surprise that to fiscal year 2008 levels. It is cutting it licans were partially responsible for Speaker PELOSI supports the Demo- back by 20 percent of what he tries to that too. That happened. That vote cratic administration fully funding its do, about $400 billion a year. Spending took place in this Senate on October 1 own priorities. would be frozen for 5 years—not 3 years of 2008. It was back during the Bush ad- Secondly, last year’s earmarks ac- but 5 years, through 2020. Rather than ministration. It was back when Hank counted for only 1.5 percent of discre- simply freezing spending levels for only Paulson came in and told everybody tionary spending—1.5 percent. Where is 3 years and at an artificially high level, that he was going to save our Nation the focus on the other 98.5 percent? as the President’s proposal does, my and so Republicans bought into it and Where is the focus on what I call bu- initiative would hold the Federal Gov- many of my good conservative Repub- reaucratic earmarks? Here is what hap- ernment more accountable for the next

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FUNDS. cretionary spending levels will rise Right now, the Obama administra- ‘‘There are authorized to be appropriated over the next 10 years if allowed to in- tion is saying: I don’t care what any- to carry out the provisions of this resolution crease. This is according to OMB’s body says, we are going to stay with it; $85,000 for each of fiscal years 2005 through numbers. we are going to be tough; we are going 2014.’’. The red line illustrates the impact of to have this government-run health Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, I have Obama’s plan and what will happen if care system and bring back cap-and- sought recognition to submit a resolu- spending is allowed to increase fol- trade. They have just completely for- tion reauthorizing the John Heinz Sen- lowing the 3-year freezing on the esti- gotten what happened. ate Fellowship Program. This Congres- sional fellowship program, created in mates of OMB, the Office of Manage- I have to agree with Senator MCCON- 1992, is a fitting tribute to my late col- ment and Budget. They are non- NELL. I hope people remember that all league and dear friend, United States partisan, by the way, and very accu- the way through the election because Senator John Heinz. Senator Heinz rate. Clearly, the $250 billion in savings that is going to repeat what I remem- dedicated his life and much of his Con- is not substantial when spread over a ber in 1994. gressional career to improving the 10-year period. It really does not tight- Others may charge this proposal will lives of senior citizens. He believed en the belt at all. harm the government’s ability to help that Congress has a special responsi- My proposal is represented in the citizens in their time of need. But what bility to serve as a guardian for those green bars. These are the spending lev- is important to realize about this who cannot protect themselves. This els. Watch as they go down over the pe- spending reduction is that it will have fellowship program, which focuses on riod of time from 2010 to 2020. We phase no impact on mandatory spending pro- aging issues, honors the life and con- down spending levels from the high grams such as unemployment benefits, point in 2010 to a more reasonable level tinues the legacy of Senator Heinz. Social Security, Medicare, and Med- During his 20 years in the Congress, between 2011 and 2015 and then stay flat icaid. Those programs are in need of re- John Heinz compiled an enviable thereafter. form, but this bill does not do that. record of accomplishments. While he My plan, when compared to the blue This bill only affects the agencies iden- bars of doing nothing, will save more was successful in many areas, he built tified by President Obama as nonsecu- a national reputation for his strong than $880 billion over the next 10 years. rity. commitment to improving the quality Let me say that again. By reducing My bill, the HELP Act of 2010, would of life of our Nation’s elderly. Pennsyl- nonsecurity discretionary spending lev- take President Obama’s proposed vania, with nearly 2 million citizens els, using the same definition of ‘‘non- spending freeze and truly make an im- aged 65 or older—over 15 percent of the security’’ as the President is using, to pact. Rather than merely freezing population—houses the third largest el- 2008 levels and then holding them there spending at the inflated 20-percent in- derly population nationwide. As John through 2020, our Nation can save near- crease of the 2010 levels, this would traveled throughout the State, he lis- ly $1 trillion. When I compare my plan bring it back down to 2008. I think this tened to the concerns of this important directly with President Obama’s, my can be done. constituency and came back to Wash- plan saves $634 billion more than his. I really do believe the American peo- ington to address their needs through I have made my estimates using the ple are going to start getting involved. policy and legislation. methodologies of the Office of Manage- They have not forgotten. I was giving a Senator Heinz led the fight against ment and Budget, and they are prob- speech in Florida. This particular age discrimination by championing ably conservative. First off, if you look group was actually Club for Growth. legislation to eliminate the require- at the history of discretionary spend- Their group is concerned about spend- ment that older Americans must retire ing, annual increases are far greater ing. I told them some of the things we at age 65, and by ensuring full retire- than what they assume they are here. could be doing, some of the things to ment pay for older workers employed Second, we do not estimate how much watch out for. Watch out for those who by factories forced to close. During his we would be saving in interest by not say you can have a moratorium on ear- Chairmanship of the Senate Special having to borrow the spending we are marks and somehow affect—if you af- Committee on Aging from 1981–1986 and cutting. Overall, this proposal will fected all of that, it would be some- his tenure as Ranking Minority Mem- likely save much more than the nearly thing like 1.5 percent. My bill affects ber from 1987–1991, Senator Heinz used $1 trillion we estimate. the other 98.5 percent. his position to improve health care ac- If we do nothing to curtail sky- We are going to have to do it right cessibility and affordability for senior rocketing government spending or now. If we wait, each month that goes citizens and to reduce fraud and abuse merely freeze it at an artificially high, by—as I said, the budget he increased within Federal health care programs. elevated level for a few years, as the and his deficit was as much as the last Congress enacted his legislation to pro- Obama administration is trying to do, 6 entire years of the Bush administra- vide Medicare recipients a lower cost we will find ourselves in a tragic situa- tion. alternative to fee-for-service medicine, tion. The clock is ticking. Congress is This is the HELP Act. It is one that as well as his legislation to add a hos- going to have to act. will work, and it is one that has come pice benefit to the Medicare program. Some of my colleagues will probably along at the right time. Now is the John also recognized the great need attack this proposal because the hard- time to act. for nursing home reforms. He was suc- est thing to do around here is cut f cessful in passing legislation man- spending. Without cutting spending, we dating that safety measures be imple- only leave one alternative, and that is SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS mented in nursing homes and ensuring massively raising taxes. That is not that nursing home residents cannot be what the American people want, and it bound and tied to their beds or wheel- SENATE RESOLUTION 448—REAU- would harm our economic recovery. chairs. Around these halls, we seem to for- THORIZING THE JOHN HEINZ The John Heinz Senate Fellowship get. Most of the Members of the Senate SENATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Program will help continue the efforts have forgotten the recess last August Mr. SPECTER (for himself and Mr. of Senator Heinz to give our Nation’s when they had all the tea parties out CASEY) submitted the following resolu- elderly the quality of life they deserve. there and people were yelling and tion; which was referred to the Com- The program encourages the identifica- screaming and people wanted to get in- mittee on Rules and Administration: tion and training of new leadership in

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Admin- velop programs, recruit community volun- amendment intended to be proposed to istered by the Heinz Family Founda- teers, generate resources, manage projects, amendment SA 3397 proposed by Mr. ROCKE- tion in conjunction with the Secretary and enhance the ability of nonprofit organi- FELLER (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to of the Senate, the program allows fel- zations to become and remain sustainable, the amendment SA 3336 proposed by Mr. lows to bring their firsthand experience thereby strengthening the nonprofit sector BAUCUS to the bill H.R. 4213, supra; which in aging issues to the work of Congress. in low-income communities across the was ordered to lie on the table. Heinz fellows who are advocates for United States; and SA 3451. Mr. BAUCUS proposed an amend- aging issues spend a year to help us Whereas AmeriCorps VISTA members gen- ment to amendment SA 3336 proposed by Mr. erate more than $100,000,000 in cash and in- BAUCUS to the bill H.R. 4213, supra. learn about the effects of Federal poli- kind resources annually for organizations f cies on our elderly citizens, those who throughout the Nation, as well as recruit and are social workers help us find better manage more than 1,000,000 volunteers who TEXT OF AMENDMENTS ways to protect our Nation’s elderly provide 10,000,000 hours of community service SA 3448. Mr. LAUTENBERG sub- from abuse and neglect, and those who for local organizations: Now, therefore, be it mitted an amendment intended to be are health care providers help us to Resolved, That the Senate— (1) commends the more than 175,000 men proposed to amendment SA 3412 sub- build a strong health care system that mitted by Mr. LAUTENBERG and in- addresses the unique needs of our sen- and women who have served in VISTA for their dedication and commitment to the tended to be proposed to the amend- iors. fight against poverty; ment SA 3336 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS The Heinz fellowship enables us to (2) recognizes VISTA members for to the bill H.R. 4213, to amend the In- train new leaders in senior citizen ad- leveraging human, financial, and material ternal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend vocacy and aging policy. The fellows resources to increase the ability of thou- certain expiring provisions, and for return to their respective careers with sands of low-income areas across the country other purposes; which was ordered to to address challenges and improve their com- a new understanding about how to lie on the table; as follows: work effectively with government, so munities; and (3) encourages the continued commitment On page 2, line 9, strike ‘‘section 403(a)’’ they may better fulfill their goals as and insert ‘‘sections 403(a) and 423(b)’’. senior citizen advocates. of VISTA members to creating and expand- The John Heinz Senate Fellowship ing programs designed to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. SA 3449. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted Program has been a valuable tool for f an amendment intended to be proposed Congress and our communities since its to amendment SA 3336 proposed by Mr. establishment in 1992. The continu- SENATE RESOLUTION 450—TO CON- BAUCUS to the bill H.R. 4213, to amend ation of this vital program will signal STITUTE THE MAJORITY PAR- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to a sustained commitment to our na- TY’S MEMBERSHIP ON CERTAIN extend certain expiring provisions, and tion’s elderly. I urge my colleagues to COMMITTEES FOR THE ONE HUN- for other purposes; which was ordered join me in cosponsoring this resolu- DRED ELEVENTH CONGRESS, OR to lie on the table; as follows: tion, and urge its swift adoption. UNTIL THEIR SUCCESSORS ARE At the appropriate place in the bill, add f CHOSEN the following: SENATE RESOLUTION 449—CELE- Mr. REID submitted the following ‘‘With respect to the credit for nonbusiness energy property, windows, doors, and sky- BRATING VOLUNTEERS IN SERV- resolution; which was considered and agreed to: lights that meet the Environmental Protec- ICE TO AMERICA ON ITS 45TH tion Agency’s Energy Star standards but ANNIVERSARY AND RECOG- S. RES. 450 that do not meet the standards in the Amer- NIZING ITS CONTRIBUTION TO Resolved, That the following shall con- ican Recovery and Reinvestment Act shall THE FIGHT AGAINST POVERTY stitute the majority party’s membership on be eligible for a $1,000 tax credit. the following committees for the One Hun- Mr. ROCKEFELLER (for himself, Mr. ‘‘With respect to the credit for nonbusiness dred Eleventh Congress, or until their suc- energy property, windows, doors, and sky- COCHRAN, Mr. BYRD, Mr. BEGICH, Mr. cessors are chosen: lights that meet the standards in the Amer- FEINGOLD, and Ms. MIKULSKI) sub- COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES: Mr. ican Recovery and Reinvestment Act shall mitted the following resolution; which Levin (Chairman), Mr. Byrd, Mr. Lieberman, be eligible for a $1,500 tax credit.’’ was considered and agreed to: Mr. Reed, Mr. Akaka, Mr. Nelson (Florida), S. RES. 449 Mr. Nelson (Nebraska), Mr. Bayh, Mr. Webb, SA 3450. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted Mrs. McCaskill, Mr. Udall (Colorado), Mrs. Whereas Volunteers in Service to America an amendment intended to be proposed Hagan, Mr. Begich, Mr. Burris, Mr. Binga- (VISTA) has made an extraordinary con- to amendment SA 3397 proposed by Mr. man, Mr. Kaufman. tribution to alleviating poverty and improv- ROCKEFELLER (for himself and Mr. COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET: Mr. ing American society since the program Conrad (Chairman), Mrs. Murray, Mr. GRASSLEY) to the amendment SA 3336 began in 1965; Wyden, Mr. Feingold, Mr. Byrd, Mr. Nelson proposed by Mr. BAUCUS to the bill H.R. Whereas more than 175,000 individuals of (Florida), Ms. Stabenow, Mr. Cardin, Mr. 4213, to amend the Internal Revenue all ages and from different walks of life have Sanders, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Warner, Mr. Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring answered VISTA’s call to devote a year of Merkley, Mr. Begich. full-time service living and working in low- provisions, and for other purposes; COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY income communities to help eradicate pov- which was ordered to lie on the table; AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS: Mr. erty; as follows: Lieberman (Chairman), Mr. Levin, Mr. Whereas VISTA members have helped cre- Akaka, Mr. Carper, Mr. Pryor, Ms. Landrieu, In lieu of the matter proposed to be in- ate many successful and sustainable commu- Mrs. McCaskill, Mr. Tester, Mr. Burris, Mr. serted, insert the following: nity initiatives, including Head Start cen- Kaufman. SEC. 6ll. MODIFICATION OF STANDARDS FOR ters, credit unions, and neighborhood watch WINDOWS, DOORS, AND SKYLIGHTS groups, with VISTA alumni going on to serve f WITH RESPECT TO THE CREDIT FOR in leadership positions in government, pri- AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY. vate, and nonprofit sectors throughout the PROPOSED (a) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (4) of section United States; 25C(c) is amended by striking ‘‘unless’’ and Whereas VISTA, which became part of SA 3448. Mr. LAUTENBERG submitted an all that follows and inserting ‘‘unless— AmeriCorps in 1993 and is administered by amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(A) such component is equal to or below a the Corporation for National and Commu- amendment SA 3412 submitted by Mr. LAU- U factor of 0.30 and SHGC of 0.30, or nity Service, annually engages more than TENBERG and intended to be proposed to the ‘‘(B) for a credit allowable under sub- 7,000 members in helping more than 1,000 amendment SA 3336 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS section (a) applied by substituting ‘$1,000’ for local organizations build sustainable anti- to the bill H.R. 4213, to amend the Internal ‘$1,500’ in subsection (b), in the case of— poverty programs; Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expir- ‘‘(i) any component placed in service after Whereas AmeriCorps VISTA members im- ing provisions, and for other purposes; which the date which is 90 days after the date of prove the lives of the most vulnerable citi- was ordered to lie on the table. the enactment of the American Workers,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1317 State, and Business Relief Act of 2010, such (A) by striking ‘‘April 5, 2010’’ each place it clause (i) for which the applicable premium component meets the criteria for such com- appears and inserting ‘‘January 1, 2011’’; and has been paid pursuant to subparagraph (A) ponents established by the 2010 Energy Star (B) in subsection (c), by striking ‘‘Sep- shall be treated as a period of coverage re- Program Requirements for Residential Win- tember 4, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘June 1, 2011’’. ferred to in such paragraph, irrespective of dows, Doors, and Skylights, Version 5.0 (or (4) Section 5 of the Unemployment Com- any failure to timely pay the applicable pre- any subsequent version of such requirements pensation Extension Act of 2008 (Public Law mium (other than pursuant to subparagraph which is in effect after January 4, 2010), 110–449; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amended by (A)) for such period. ‘‘(ii) in the case of any component placed striking ‘‘September 4, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘(D) NOTIFICATION.—Notification provi- in service after the date of the enactment of ‘‘May 31, 2011’’. sions similar to the provisions of paragraph the American Workers, State, and Business (b) FUNDING.—Section 4004(e)(1) of the Sup- (16)(E) shall apply for purposes of this para- Relief Act of 2010 and on or before the date plemental Appropriations Act, 2008 (Public graph.’’. which is 90 days after such date, such compo- Law 110–252; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amended— (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments nent meets the criteria described in subpara- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ‘‘and’’ made by this section shall take effect as if graph (A) or is equal to or below a U factor at the end; and included in the provisions of section 3001 of of 0.30 and SHGC of 0.30, and (2) by inserting after subparagraph (D) the division B of the American Recovery and Re- ‘‘(iii) in the case of any component which following new subparagraph: investment Act of 2009. is a garage door, such component is equal to ‘‘(E) the amendments made by section In section 212, strike ‘‘December 31, 2009’’ or below a U factor of 0.30 and SHGC of 201(a)(1) of the American Workers, State, and and insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. 0.30.’’. Business Relief Act of 2010; and’’. In section 231, strike ‘‘this title’’ and in- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments sert ‘‘this Act’’. made by this section shall apply to property made by this section shall take effect as if In section 241(1), strike ‘‘March 1, 2010’’ and placed in service after the date of the enact- included in the enactment of the Temporary insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. ment of this Act. Extension Act of 2010. In section 601(1), strike ‘‘February 28, 2010’’ Strike section 211 and insert the following: SEC. 6ll. PARTICIPANTS IN GOVERNMENT SEC- and insert ‘‘March 31, 2010’’. TION 457 PLANS ALLOWED TO TREAT SEC. 211. EXTENSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF In section 601(2), strike ‘‘March 1, 2010’’ and PREMIUM ASSISTANCE FOR COBRA ELECTIVE DEFERRALS AS ROTH insert ‘‘April 1, 2010’’. CONTRIBUTIONS. BENEFITS. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 402A(e)(1) (defin- (a) EXTENSION OF ELIGIBILITY PERIOD.— f ing applicable retirement plan) is amended Subsection (a)(3)(A) of section 3001 of divi- by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of subparagraph sion B of the American Recovery and Rein- NOTICE OF HEARING (A), by striking the period at the end of sub- vestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–5), as COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL paragraph (B) and inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by amended by section 3 of the Temporary Ex- RESOURCES adding at the end the following: tension Act of 2010, is amended by striking Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I ‘‘(C) an eligible deferred compensation plan ‘‘March 31, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, (as defined in section 457(b)) of an eligible 2010’’. would like to announce for the infor- employer described in section 457(e)(1)(A).’’. (b) RULES RELATING TO 2010 EXTENSION.— mation of the Senate and the public (b) ELECTIVE DEFERRALS.—Section Subsection (a) of section 3001 of division B of that a hearing has been scheduled be- 402A(e)(2) (defining elective deferral) is the American Recovery and Reinvestment fore the Senate Committee on Energy amended to read as follows: Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–5), as amended by and Natural Resources. The hearing ‘‘(2) ELECTIVE DEFERRAL.—The term ‘elec- subsection (b)(1)(C), is further amended by will be held on Wednesday, March 17, tive deferral’ means— adding at the end the following: 2010, at 9:30 a.m., in room SD–366 of the ‘‘(A) any elective deferral described in sub- ‘‘(18) RULES RELATED TO 2010 EXTENSION.— paragraph (A) or (C) of section 402(g)(3), and ‘‘(A) ELECTION TO PAY PREMIUMS RETRO- Dirksen Senate Office Building. ‘‘(B) any elective deferral of compensation ACTIVELY AND MAINTAIN COBRA COVERAGE.—In The purpose of the hearing is to con- by an individual under an eligible deferred the case of any premium for a period of cov- sider the nomination of Jeffrey Lane, compensation plan (as defined in section erage during an assistance eligible individ- to be an Assistant Secretary of Energy 457(b)) of an eligible employer described in ual’s 2010 transition period, such individual (Congressional and Intergovernmental section 457(e)(1)(A).’’. shall be treated for purposes of any COBRA Affairs). (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments continuation provision as having timely paid Because of the limited time available made by this section shall apply to taxable the amount of such premium if— for the hearing, witnesses may testify years beginning after December 31, 2010. ‘‘(i) such individual’s qualifying event was on or after April 1, 2010 and prior to the date by invitation only. However, those SA 3451. Mr. BAUCUS proposed an of enactment of this paragraph, and wishing to submit written testimony amendment to amendment SA 3336 pro- ‘‘(ii) such individual pays, by the latest of for the hearing record may do so by posed by Mr. BAUCUS to the bill H.R. 60 days after the date of the enactment of sending it to the Committee on Energy 4213, to amend the Internal Revenue this paragraph, 30 days after the date of pro- and Natural Resources, United States Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring vision of the notification required under Senate, Washington, DC 20510–6150, or provisions, and for other purposes; as paragraph (16)(D)(ii) (as applied by subpara- by e-mail to Amanda_Kelly@energy follows: graph (D) of this paragraph), or the period .senate.gov. Strike section 201 and insert the following: described in section 4980B(f)(2)(B)(iii) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, the amount of For further information, please con- SEC. 201. EXTENSION OF UNEMPLOYMENT INSUR- tact Sam Fowler or Amanda Kelly. ANCE PROVISIONS. such premium, after the application of para- (a) IN GENERAL.—(1) Section 4007 of the graph (1)(A). f Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 (Pub- ‘‘(B) REFUNDS AND CREDITS FOR RETRO- lic Law 110–252; 26 U.S.C. 3304 note) is amend- ACTIVE PREMIUM ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY.—In AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO ed— the case of an assistance eligible individual MEET who pays, with respect to any period of (A) by striking ‘‘April 5, 2010’’ each place it COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES COBRA continuation coverage during such appears and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2010’’; Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask (B) in the heading for subsection (b)(2), by individual’s 2010 transition period, the pre- unanimous consent that the Com- striking ‘‘APRIL 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘DECEM- mium amount for such coverage without re- BER 31, 2010’’; and gard to paragraph (1)(A), rules similar to the mittee on Armed Services be author- (C) in subsection (b)(3), by striking ‘‘Sep- rules of paragraph (12)(E) shall apply. ized to meet during the session of the tember 4, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘May 31, 2011’’. ‘‘(C) 2010 TRANSITION PERIOD.— Senate on March 9, 2010, at 9 a.m. (2) Section 2002(e) of the Assistance for Un- ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without employed Workers and Struggling Families paragraph, the term ‘transition period’ objection, it is so ordered. Act, as contained in Public Law 111–5 (26 means, with respect to any assistance eligi- U.S.C. 3304 note; 123 Stat. 438), is amended— ble individual, any period of coverage if— COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL (A) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ‘‘April ‘‘(I) such assistance eligible individual ex- RESOURCES 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2010’’; perienced an involuntary termination that Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask (B) in the heading for paragraph (2), by was a qualifying event prior to the date of unanimous consent that the Com- striking ‘‘APRIL 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘DECEM- enactment of the American Workers, State, mittee on Energy and Natural Re- BER 31, 2010’’; and and Business Relief Act of 2010, and sources be authorized to meet during (C) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘October ‘‘(II) paragraph (1)(A) applies to such pe- the session of the Senate on March 9, 5, 2010’’ and inserting ‘‘June 30, 2011’’. riod by reason of the amendments made by (3) Section 2005 of the Assistance for Unem- section 211 of the American Workers, State, at 10 a.m., in room SD–366 of the Dirk- ployed Workers and Struggling Families and Business Relief Act of 2010. sen Senate Office Building. Act, as contained in Public Law 111–5 (26 ‘‘(ii) CONSTRUCTION.—Any period during the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without U.S.C. 3304 note; 123 Stat. 444), is amended— period described in subclauses (I) and (II) of objection, it is so ordered.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:28 Jun 20, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\S09MR0.REC S09MR0 mmaher on DSKD5P82C1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE S1318 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 9, 2010 COMMITTEE ON FINANCE There being no objection, the Senate Mr. DURBIN. I ask unanimous con- Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask proceeded to consider the resolution. sent that the bill be read a third time unanimous consent that the Com- Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask and passed; the motion to reconsider be mittee on Finance be authorized to unanimous consent that the resolution laid upon the table, with no inter- meet during the session of the Senate be agreed to and the motion to recon- vening action or debate; and any state- on March 9, 2010, at 9:30 a.m., in room sider be laid upon the table. ments related to the bill be printed in 215 of the Dirksen Senate Office Build- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the RECORD. ing, to conduct a hearing entitled objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ‘‘U.S. Preference Programs: Options for The resolution (S. Res. 450) was objection, it is so ordered. Reform.’’ agreed to, as follows: The bill (H.R. 3433) was ordered to a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without S. RES. 450 third reading, was read the third time, objection, it is so ordered. Resolved, That the following shall con- and passed. stitute the majority party’s membership on COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, f AND PENSIONS the following committees for the One Hun- Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask dred Eleventh Congress, or until their suc- CELEBRATING VOLUNTEERS IN unanimous consent that the Com- cessors are chosen: SERVICE TO AMERICA mittee on Health, Education, Labor, COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES: Mr. Levin (Chairman), Mr. Byrd, Mr. Liberman, Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask and Pensions be authorized to meet, Mr. Reed, Mr. Akaka, Mr. Nelson (Florida), unanimous consent the Senate proceed during the session of the Senate, to Mr. Nelson (Nebraska), Mr. Bayh, Mr. Webb, to the immediate consideration of S. conduct a hearing entitled ‘‘ESEA Re- Mrs. McCaskill, Mr. Udall (Colorado), Mrs. Res. 449, submitted earlier today. authorization: The Importance of Hagan, Mr. Begich, Mr. Burris, Mr. Binga- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The World-Class K–12 Education for Our man, Mr. Kaufman. clerk will report the resolution by COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET: Mr. Economic Success’’ on March 9, 2010. title. The hearing will commence at 2:30 p.m. Conrad (Chairman), Mrs. Murray, Mr. Wyden, Mr. Feingold, Mr. Byrd, Mr. Nelson The assistant legislative clerk read in room 430 of the Dirksen Senate Of- (Florida), Ms. Stabenow, Mr. Cardin, Mr. as follows: fice Building. Sanders, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Warner, Mr. A resolution (S. Res. 449) Celebrating Vol- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Merkley, Mr. Begich. unteers in Service to America on its 45th an- objection, it is so ordered. COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY niversary and recognizing its contribution to COMMITTEE ON VETERANS’ AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS: Mr. the fight against poverty. Liberman (Chairman), Mr. Levin, Mr. Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask There being no objection, the Senate unanimous consent that the Com- Akaka, Mr. Carper, Mr. Pryor, Ms. Landrieu, Mrs. McCaskill, Mr. Tester, Mr. Burris, Mr. proceeded to consider the resolution. mittee on Veterans’ Affairs be author- Kaufman. Mr. DURBIN. I ask unanimous con- ized to meet during the session of the f sent the resolution be agreed to, the Senate on March 9, 2010. The Com- preamble be agreed to, the motions to mittee will meet in room SDG–50 in the NOMINATION REFERRED reconsider be laid on the table, with no Dirksen Senate Office Building begin- Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, as in ex- intervening action or debate, and any ning at 9:30 a.m. ecutive session, I ask unanimous con- statements be printed in the RECORD. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without sent that the nomination of Robert A. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Harding to be Assistant Secretary of objection, it is so ordered. SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE Homeland Security, received by the The resolution (S. Res. 449) was Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask Senate on Monday, March 8, be referred agreed to. unanimous consent that the Select to the Senate Committee on Com- The preamble was agreed to. Committee on Intelligence be author- merce, Science, and Transportation; The resolution, with its preamble, ized to meet during the session of the that upon the reporting out or dis- reads as follows: Senate on March 9, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. charge of the nomination, it then be re- S. RES. 449 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ferred to the Committee on Homeland Whereas Volunteers in Service to America objection, it is so ordered. Security and Governmental Affairs for (VISTA) has made an extraordinary con- SUBCOMMITTEE ON SUPERFUND, TOXICS, AND a period not to exceed 30 calendar days; tribution to alleviating poverty and improv- ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH that if the Committee on Homeland Se- ing American society since the program Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask curity and Governmental Affairs has began in 1965; unanimous consent that the Sub- not reported the nomination at that Whereas more than 175,000 individuals of committee on Superfund, Toxics, and time, then the committee be dis- all ages and from different walks of life have answered VISTA’s call to devote a year of Environmental Health of the Com- charged and the nomination be placed full-time service living and working in low- mittee on Environment and Public on the Executive Calendar. income communities to help eradicate pov- Works be authorized to meet during The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there erty; the session of the Senate on March 9, objection? Whereas VISTA members have helped cre- 2010, at 10 a.m. in room 406 of the Dirk- Without objection, it is so ordered. ate many successful and sustainable commu- sen Office Building. f nity initiatives, including Head Start cen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ters, credit unions, and neighborhood watch NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS objection, it is so ordered. groups, with VISTA alumni going on to serve CONSERVATION ACT AMENDMENTS in leadership positions in government, pri- f Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask vate, and nonprofit sectors throughout the United States; MAJORITY COMMITTEE unanimous consent that the Senate APPOINTMENTS Whereas VISTA, which became part of proceed to the immediate consider- AmeriCorps in 1993 and is administered by Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask ation of Calendar No. 308, H.R. 3433. the Corporation for National and Commu- unanimous consent that the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. The nity Service, annually engages more than proceed to the immediate consider- clerk will report the bill by title. 7,000 members in helping more than 1,000 ation of S. Res. 450, submitted earlier The assistant legislative clerk read local organizations build sustainable anti- today. as follows: poverty programs; Whereas AmeriCorps VISTA members im- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The A bill (H.R. 3433) to amend the North prove the lives of the most vulnerable citi- American Wetlands Conservation Act to es- clerk will report the resolution by zens in our Nation by fighting illiteracy, im- tablish requirements regarding payment of title. proving health services, reducing unemploy- the non-Federal share of the costs of wet- The legislative clerk read as follows: ment, increasing housing opportunities, re- lands conservation projects in Canada that A resolution (S. Res. 450) to constitute the ducing crime and recidivism, and expanding are funded under that Act, and for other pur- majority party’s membership on certain access to technology; poses. committees for the One Hundred Eleventh Whereas AmeriCorps VISTA members de- Congress, or until their successors are cho- There being no objection, the Senate velop programs, recruit community volun- sen. proceeded to consider the bill. teers, generate resources, manage projects,

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Under COOPER D. BOWDEN LAURALEE FLANNERY provide 10,000,000 hours of community service the agreement, at approximately 2 p.m. JOSEPH G. GOVOCEK for local organizations: Now, therefore, be it all postcloture debate time will expire THOMAS W. HAAS Resolved, That the Senate— COREY W. HARRIS and the question will be on the sub- CARDELL J. HERVEY (1) commends the more than 175,000 men stitute amendment. Once the sub- KRISTOFER S. LABOWSKI and women who have served in VISTA for SEAN M. LAVIGNE their dedication and commitment to the stitute amendment is agreed to, the TIMOTHY J. LEMLEY Senate will proceed to a cloture vote PAUL L. MAHER fight against poverty; PATRICK L. MALLETT (2) recognizes VISTA members for on the bill, H.R. 4213. If cloture is in- RICHARD J. NAMETH leveraging human, financial, and material voked, the Senate would then proceed SCOTT C. NAYLOR JEFFREY ORTOLI resources to increase the ability of thou- to a vote on passage of the bill, as CHRISTOPHER R. REID sands of low-income areas across the country amended. Therefore, Senators should MATTHEW W. ROMAN to address challenges and improve their com- JOHN D. SHANNON expect up to three rollcall votes begin- DEIDRA E. SIDDALL munities; and ning at 2 p.m. SCOTT H. SINKULAR (3) encourages the continued commitment JAMES L. WILKINSON of VISTA members to creating and expand- The majority leader would like to ANTHONY T. WILSON ing programs designed to bring individuals begin consideration of the Federal IN THE NAVY Aviation Administration reauthoriza- and communities out of poverty. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT tion legislation tomorrow. f TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY f UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: MEASURE READ THE FIRST To be captain ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 9:30 A.M. TIME—S. 3099 JAMES H. JONES TOMORROW Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I under- THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT Mr. DURBIN. If there is no further TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY stand that S. 3092, introduced earlier business to come before the Senate, I UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: today by Senator REID, is at the desk. ask unanimous consent it adjourn To be commander I ask for its first reading. under the previous order. ENRIQUE G. MOLINA The PRESIDING OFFICER. The There being no objection, the Senate, THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT clerk will read the bill by title. at 7:46 p.m., adjourned until Wednes- TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY The assistant legislative clerk read UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: day, March 10, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. as follows: To be commander f A bill (S. 3092) to designate the facility of SCOTT A. CARPENTER the United States Postal Service located at NOMINATIONS THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT 5070 Vegas Valley Drive, in Las Vegas, Ne- TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY vada, as the ‘‘Joseph A. Ryan Post Office Executive nominations received by UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: the Senate: Building.’’ To be commander FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Mr. DURBIN. I now ask for the sec- CHRISTOPHER C. RICHARD ond reading, and I object to my own re- CHERYL A. LAFLEUR, OF MASSACHUSETTS, TO BE A MEMBER OF THE FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COM- THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT quest. MISSION FOR THE TERM EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2014, VICE TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- SUEDEEN G. KELLY, TERM EXPIRED. UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: PHILIP D. MOELLER, OF WASHINGTON, TO BE A MEM- To be commander tion is heard. BER OF THE FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMIS- SION FOR THE TERM EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015. (RE- JACOB C. HINZ f APPOINTMENT) THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT ORDERS FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH NATIONAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: 10, 2010 BOARD LAWRENCE J. PIJEAUX, JR., OF ALABAMA, TO BE A To be lieutenant commander Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY STANLEY E. HOVELL unanimous consent that when the Sen- SERVICES BOARD FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 6, 2014, VICE A. WILSON GREENE, TERM EXPIRED. ate completes its business today, it ad- THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY journ until 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT March 10; that following the prayer and IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED To be lieutenant commander pledge, the Journal of proceedings be WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RIVKA L. WEISS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: approved to date, the morning hour be THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT deemed expired, the time for the two To be vice admiral TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY leaders be reserved for their use later REAR ADM. CAROL M. POTTENGER UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: in the day, and the Senate proceed to a IN THE AIR FORCE To be lieutenant commander period of morning business until 2 p.m. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT SHAWN M. STEBBINS AS DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS AT THE UNITED STATES with Senators permitted to speak for THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AIR FORCE ACADEMY IN THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 9333(C) AND 9336(B): up to 10 minutes each, with the major- UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: ity controlling the first 30 minutes and To be colonel To be lieutenant commander the Republicans controlling the next 30 CAROLYN ANN MOORE BENYSHEK HENRY D. LANGE minutes; that following morning busi- IN THE ARMY ness, the Senate resume consideration THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR REGULAR AP- TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY of H.R. 4213, as provided for under the POINTMENT IN THE GRADES INDICATED IN THE UNITED AND FOR REGULAR APPOINTMENT UNDER TITLE 10, previous order; and, finally, I ask that STATES ARMY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 531: U.S.C., SECTIONS 624 AND 531: time during any adjournment or period To be colonel To be lieutenant commander of morning business count postcloture. RONALD J. DYKSTRA CHRISTIE M. QUIETMEYER

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A TRIBUTE TO ALEX KAPITANSKI, his strength of character, and his steadfast ef- Dr. King challenged the nation on August THE FLAG MAN OF OCEANSIDE forts to pass on his love of country and patriot- 28, 1963 when he stated in his speech ‘‘We ism to upcoming generations. can never be satisfied.’’ He also said, ‘‘My HON. DARRELL E. ISSA Our thoughts and prayers continue to go to friends, even though we face the difficulties of OF CALIFORNIA the Kapitanski family who will take up their fa- today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ther’s cause to honor his memory. He is sur- a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. vived by four sons, Alex of Carlsbad, and I have a dream that one day this nation will Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Edwin, Albert and Allen of Oceanside; a rise up and live out the true meaning of its Mr. ISSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to daughter, Emilyann Ransom of Oceanside, creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, pay tribute to a constituent whose efforts have and eight grandchildren. that all men are created equal’.’’ touched thousands of Americans over the last Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues Today I am honored to recognize the South- seven decades. Mr. Alex Kapitanski, more please join me in paying tribute to the Flag ern Christian Leadership Conference and the commonly known as ‘‘The Flag Man,’’ recently Man, Mr. Alex Kapitanski, who will surely live collective efforts of its leadership and volun- passed away on February 17, 2010. Mr. as a symbol of the great work that can be teers to make certain Dr. King’s dream is a re- Kapitanski holds a great legacy not only in my done when we strive to achieve. He will be ality across the nation and throughout the district of California, but across the United dearly missed by his family, friends, and the world. States. many Americans he inspired over his long and f A fixture at civic events, Mr. Kapitanski em- rich life. RECOGNITION OF ELFORD, INC. bodied love of country with his passion in pro- f viding American and state flags for display at FOR 100 YEARS OF SERVICE thousands of events from school graduations, IN HONOR OF THE SOUTHERN to parades, to countless military services. A CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP CON- HON. MARY JO KILROY FERENCE resident of Oceanside since 1950, Mr. OF OHIO Kapitanski once estimated that he provided IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES flags to more than 37,000 events and hung HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN Tuesday, March 9, 2010 more than 3.5 million flags. He once said, ‘‘I’ll OF VIRGINIA probably die with a flag in my hand.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. KILROY. Madam Speaker, I rise today His unwavering patriotism and commitment to honor Elford, Inc. for a century of dedicated Tuesday, March 9, 2010 to his purpose has been recognized by presi- service to the Columbus area. Elford has re- dents, generals and even Pope John Paul II. Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I am privi- mained true to its core values of integrity, con- Just recently, Mr. Kapitanski, was honored in leged to rise today to honor the Southern sistency, and responsibility, while providing a special Presidents Day salute at the Ocean- Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) for first-rate construction services to businesses, side Public Library and presented a proclama- their meaningful work and the imprint the or- hospitals, schools, and other organizations tion from Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood with a ganization has made on our nation. The throughout central Ohio. film tribute and of course, plenty of flags on Southern Christian Leadership Conference In 1910, Edward ‘‘Pop’’ Elford founded display. has a rich history and has played an important Elford, Inc. with the goal of providing honest, Born on March 23, 1923, in West Rutland, role throughout America’s Civil Rights Move- high-quality service through dedicated con- Vermont, Mr. Kapitanski carried the spirit of ment. struction professionals. One hundred years the American flag from his early youth. His in- The work of the SCLC is based on the later, Elford has grown to over 200 employees spiration to begin collecting flags came from dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The while staying true to its roots by building last- watching the superior conduct and community SCLC ensures that his dream continues to ing relationships through expert advice and involvement of the legionnaires. At age 11, he come true across the nation. In Virginia’s First guidance on each of their projects. The com- hung his first flags by decorating the American Congressional District, Gloucester County is pany’s commitment to excellence has been Legion Post in his home town. home to Holly Knoll, a true American treasure. recognized with numerous awards and honors Mr. Kapitanski loved his country and served Just recently I visited Holly Knoll, which is not including the City of Columbus EOC Prime it with distinction at many levels. As a combat only the birthplace of the United Negro Col- Contractor of the Year, the Governor’s Award photographer during World War II, his primary lege Fund, but is also the site of a giant 400 for Excellence, the Association of General mission was to go behind enemy lines to pho- year-old Oak tree where Dr. Martin Luther Contractors Build Ohio Award, and the Amer- tograph enemy positions and gun emplace- King, Jr. penned his famous ‘‘I Have a Dream ican Subcontractors Association Outstanding ments. The military newspaper ‘‘Stars & Speech.’’ This groundbreaking speech was Contractor Award. Stripes’’ once featured a photo of him bringing written to spark American drive and passion in In addition to providing superior project in a German soldier he had captured behind order to overcome the struggle of freedom and planning, general contracting, and building the lines while photographing a position in equality for all of our nation’s citizens. management services, Elford, Inc. has com- Normandy. The photo was sent by wire serv- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was president of mitted itself to improving the surrounding com- ice to nearly every newspaper in the United the Montgomery Improvement Association munity. The company donates generously to States and beyond. During this time, Mr. (MIA) from 1957 to 1968, a precursor to the many charitable and community-building orga- Kapitanski received numerous commendations SCLC. At its first convention in Montgomery, nizations and the Elford employees carry on and awards for his heroism including a Silver AL in August 1957, the Southern Leadership the values of this century-old construction Star from General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Conference became the Southern Christian company by donating their time to various a Bronze Star from General Courtney H. Leadership Conference. The SCLC has per- causes including the American Red Cross, Hodges. petuated Dr. King’s mission through their ad- Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, local With a passion to teach the meaning and vocacy on education, leadership, voter reg- hospitals and health centers, Hospice, the Ro- significance of our nation’s flags to area youth, istration, and civil rights issues. tary Club of Columbus, and local teams and Mr. Kapitanski’s work truly came from the Dr. King’s dream is made a reality by the clubs that benefit Columbus’ youth. Elford also heart. Although he is no longer with us, his great efforts of the Southern Christian Leader- strives to promote diversity within their busi- spirit will live on in the youth he determinedly ship Conference. The hope for equality for ness and partners with and mentors local mi- sought to inspire. In a 2007 interview he said, children of all races, creeds, and backgrounds nority and women-owned businesses. ‘‘My goal is to motivate the younger genera- is a struggle which endures and one that the For 100 years, the honesty, dedication, and tion to preserve our freedom.’’ He will certainly SCLC addresses by their continued work and commitment to excellence that characterized be remembered for his devotion to his work, faithfulness. ‘‘Pop’’ Elford has carried on through the high-

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Thomas for her invaluable services and tire- other congregations across East Alabama, has f less dedication to the South Florida commu- been a staple in the community since it came nity. She will be missed by all who knew her, into existence. In 1968, the church received HONORING MRS. FRANKIE and I appreciate this opportunity to pay tribute the new name we know today. Pastor Dr. Mi- DRAYTON THOMAS to her before the United States House of Rep- chael Trull plays a substantial role in helping resentatives. While she will indeed be missed, the church lead its ministry. HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK her legacy will live on and the outstanding On February 13, Marble City Baptist Church OF FLORIDA contributions she made to the betterment of held a reunion from the day into that night. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Broward Democratic Party will never be forgot- This gathering brought close to 300 people ten. back to the church. The following Sunday, a Tuesday, March 9, 2010 f congregation close to 400 people came to- Mr. MEEK of Florida. Madam Speaker, gether for the 100-year anniversary service. today I rise to pay tribute to the life and legacy GRAND OPENING OF THE GUILD All of us across Talladega County and East of the late Mrs. Frankie Drayton Thomas. It is OF AMERICAN PAPERCUTTERS Alabama are deeply proud of this congrega- with both profound sadness, but also an en- tion at this important milestone. We congratu- during sense of gratitude that I recognize her HON. BILL SHUSTER late them on their 100th anniversary and wish for the tremendous inspiration she provided to them all the best in their next 100 years of OF PENNSYLVANIA the South Florida community—specifically to ministry in the Sylacauga community. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Broward Democratic Party. f Mrs. Thomas was born in West Palm Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Beach, Florida to Iola and Frank Drayton. She RECOGNITION OF THE COLUMBUS Mr. SHUSTER. Madam Speaker, I rise attended public schools and graduated in COMPACT CORPORATION today to recognize the Grand Opening cele- 1946 as an honor student from Industrial High bration of the Guild of American Papercutters School. In order to further her education, she National Museum which will take place on HON. MARY JO KILROY attended Howard University in Washington, March 20, 2010 in Somerset, Pennsylvania. OF OHIO DC and graduated in 1950. She received a The twenty-two year old guild has partnered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Master’s degree in Public Administration from with Laurel Arts at the home of the Philip Florida International University. Subsequent to Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Dressler Center for the Arts, and will bring to that time, she returned to West Palm Beach Ms. KILROY. Madam Speaker, I rise today the area the ancient art form of papercutting, and became the first black college trained so- to honor the Columbus Compact Corporation which dates back to Fifth Century China. The cial worker hired by the Department of Public for its service to the city of Columbus, Ohio. Guild of American Papercutters (GAP) mu- Welfare. She enjoyed a fruitful and productive The Columbus Compact Corporation, or the seum will feature a number of exhibits and art- career as a social worker having worked both Compact, is a nonprofit community develop- work created by past and present guild mem- in the State of Washington and Florida. In ment organization that works to improve the bers as well as the international community. 1995, she retired from the Department of quality of life in the central city neighborhoods Such exhibits will feature artwork from Polish, Health and Rehabilitative Services as Director of Columbus. On March 10, 2010, Columbus Dutch, German, Swiss, Mexican, and Israeli of Resource Development and Volunteer Serv- Compact Corporation will celebrate its 15th artists. ices. anniversary of serving central Ohio residents The Guild currently retains over four hun- In an effort to complement her professional and businesses. dred members, in which every state in the achievements, Mrs. Thomas was involved in The Compact’s mission is to act as both a United States is represented. Before the new many political, social and family endeavors catalyst for positive change and agent for the two hundred sixteen square foot gallery was such as co-founder, national president and ex- growth and development of central city Colum- completed, the GAP held traveling exhibits in ecutive director of the Charmettes Inc., which bus. Since 1999, the Compact has led the a number of locations throughout the country, has 19 chapters both nationally and inter- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devel- beginning with its 1989 debut at the Hershey nationally; founding president of the Northwest opment-designated ‘‘Columbus Empowerment Museum of American Life in Hershey, Penn- Democratic Club in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Zone.’’ This program implements community sylvania. In their new gallery, the GAP plans Board of Directors of the Urban League; the redevelopment strategies and directs re- to hold regularly scheduled hands-on work- first African-American female in the nation to sources to rebuild the city’s most distressed shops and guest presentations to further intro- be head of the Board of Directors of South urban neighborhoods, making Columbus a duce this artistic technique to the ninth district East Hospice; and Board of Directors of the happier, healthier, and more desirable place to of Pennsylvania. Girl Scouts of America. live, work, and play. Additionally, Mrs. Thomas was on the man- I ask my fellow colleagues in the House to The Compact also lends money to new and agement team of the Democratic Broward join me in celebrating this achievement of the existing businesses to create jobs and bring County Executive Committee and served as Guild of American Papercutters, and wish vital goods and services to Columbus. Over the First Vice-Chair of the Democratic Party. them the best of luck and continued success the last 15 years, the Compact has focused She also served as Parliamentarian for the in their new National Museum. May it be a on developing real estate in concentrated Broward County Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta creative outlet for generations of artists to areas and on a scale that allows for larger re- Sorority, Incorporated. She organized and ex- come. development in the neighborhoods of Colum- ecuted many political forums and helped with f bus while enhancing the variety and quality of many campaigns including Governor Bob the housing stock. IN RECOGNITION OF MARBLE CITY Graham, Congressman ALCEE HASTINGS, The Columbus Compact Corporation strives BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATING many of the Broward County Commissioners to improve the city of Columbus by strength- THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY and School Board Members, Sheriff Ken ening neighborhoods and encouraging people Jenne, Attorney General Bob Butterworth, and to reach their full potential. The Compact is President William J. Clinton. HON. MIKE ROGERS continually working towards creating a healthy, Mrs. Thomas was blessed with a loving OF ALABAMA thriving central city that is filled with successful family who took pleasure in every aspect of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and economically secure individuals, families, her life and her interests. She is survived by and businesses. I am proud to recognize and Tuesday, March 9, 2010 her husband, James Thomas Sr. This union honor the Columbus Compact Corporation for produced two children, James Thomas Jr. and Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, its 15 years of dedication to improving the Iola Thomas Mosley, and seven grandchildren. I would like to request the House’s attention quality of life in the city of Columbus.

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KEITH ELLISON tauqua County. ration awarded by the United States Govern- We are truly blessed to have such strong in- OF MINNESOTA ment—for his many acts of valor throughout dividuals with a desire to make this county the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Korean War. wonderful place that we all know it can be. Mr. Even to this day, at the age of 81, Mr. Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Huckno is one of those people and that is why Rubin continues to inspire fellow veterans and Mr. ELLISON. Madam Speaker, I rise today Madam Speaker I rise in tribute to him today. service members as an active keynote speak- to recognize a valuable resource available to f er for military and Jewish communities across Minnesota veterans; the Student Veterans of RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE the United States. Most recently he has spo- America Chapter at the Minneapolis Commu- MILITARY SERVICE OF TIBOR ken to troops at Fort Hood, First Calvary, the nity and Technical College (MCTC). RUBIN California state military reserve, as well as to The Minneapolis group operates as a chap- the 100 new soldiers enlisting in the five ter of the national non-profit organization. The branches of the military service in Century Student Veterans of America have three pri- HON. DARRELL E. ISSA City, California. In May of this year he will be OF CALIFORNIA mary missions: 1) Develop student veterans speaking to the Army National Guard in Mis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES groups on college campuses and coordinate sissippi. by region between existing groups; 2) connect Tuesday, March 9, 2010 There is no question that Mr. Rubin has an student groups with resources; and 3) advo- Mr. ISSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to unshakeable love for his adopted homeland of cate on behalf of student veterans at the state honor Mr. Tibor ‘‘Ted’’ Rubin, a prominent America. We are truly grateful for his dem- and national level. Since their establishment, U.S. Army Veteran and POW during the Ko- onstrated courage, compassion, and selfless the Minneapolis chapter has consistently rean War whose selfless and heroic actions military service. achieved these goals. Veterans who served in earned him the Medal of Honor. Madame Madam Speaker, I ask you to please join Iraq, Afghanistan and around the globe are Speaker, I would like to extend my deepest me in honoring all those brave men and welcomed by the staff at the Minneapolis appreciation to Mr. Rubin and share his story women who have served in the United States chapter. Veterans are able to discuss issues, which serves as an inspiration to all Ameri- Armed Forces, and the valiant service of Mr. receive assistance, and share common bonds cans. Tibor Rubin. with fellow veterans who are experiencing the Having been born in Hungary in 1929, at f stress of integrating into an academic environ- age 15 Mr. Rubin was sent to Mauthausen ment. Whether they ultimately transfer to an- concentration camp in Austria where he sur- HONORING SPECIALIST ALAN N. other college or begin their professional ca- vived the next 14 brutal months of captivity. DIKCIS reers, veterans who attend the Minneapolis Tragically, his father perished in Buchenwald Community and Technical College have a high while his mother and sisters faced the gas HON. CHRISTOPHER JOHN LEE graduation rate. chambers at Auschwitz. When Mauthausen OF NEW YORK As a Nation, we owe a debt of gratitude to was liberated by the U.S. Army in 1945, Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our veterans, who have served, and continue Rubin immigrated to the United States with a Tuesday, March 9, 2010 to serve, our country and I am proud to an- vow to show his appreciation to the country nounce that veterans are receiving the respect that gave him his freedom, and saved his life. Mr. LEE of New York. Madam Speaker, I and assistance they need from the Minnesota Mr. Rubin joined the army in 1950 and rise this afternoon to honor a true American Chapter of the Student Veterans of America. served as a rifleman with I Company, Eighth hero—U.S. Army Specialist Alan N. Dikcis, a MCTC is hosting an event to honor student Regiment, First Cavalry Division, fighting in native of Wheatfield, New York. veterans on March 10 as one of the many the Republic of Korea. Once there, Mr. Rubin Sadly, this past Friday, March 5, while serv- ways we express our appreciation for student hit the ground running and it wasn’t long be- ing his second tour of duty, Specialist Dikcis veterans. I encourage my colleagues in the fore he was recognized for his bravery and lost his life when he was struck by a roadside U.S. House of Representatives to find ways to readiness to accept the most dangerous of bomb in Afghanistan. honor student veterans in their communities. missions. In one such mission, Rubin secured Specialist Dikcis enlisted in the Army shortly The post-9/11 G.I. Bill passed by Congress a route of retreat for his company by single- after graduating from Niagara-Wheatfield High has allowed more veterans an opportunity to handedly defending a hill for 24 hours against School in 2006, and had hoped to spend his achieve their academic goals. Organizations waves of North Korean soldiers. career in the service. such as the Student Veterans of America, and In November of 1950, after sustaining He enjoyed spending his time outside, the additional benefits available through the shrapnel wounds from a grenade, Mr. Rubin whether it was going for a hike or riding his G.I. Bill, help to ensure that our veterans and others in his company were captured by motorcycle or four-wheeler, and he enjoyed achieve their goals. I want all student veterans the Chinese, who were fighting with the Ko- spending time with those he loved—his family to know that I am grateful for their service and rean Communist government. Despite the ex- and friends. proud of their achievements. I wish them noth- treme conditions of low temperatures, short- As Specialist Dikcis’s stepmother recently ing but success and prosperity in their future ages of food and medicine, all in the face of said, ‘‘Alan loved being in the Army. He was endeavors. capture, this is where Rubin’s selfless heroism proud of his work. He made us proud, he f truly shined. Mr. Rubin continually risked his made his daughter proud.’’ life as he snuck out nightly to forage food for I ask that the house join me in thanking HONORING MR. WALLY HUCKNO his fellow prisoners, especially the sick and Specialist Dikcis for his honorable service to dying. His fellow prisoners credit him with sav- our great nation, and extend our condolences HON. BRIAN HIGGINS ing 35 to 40 lives by this brave and daring en- to his family and friends, who had Alan taken OF NEW YORK deavor. from them far too soon. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Rubin spent a total of two and a half f years in the North Korean prisoner of war Tuesday, March 9, 2010 camp. Yet in the face of these unthinkable cir- HONORING THE EXEMPLARY Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today cumstances, Mr. Rubin distinguished himself SERVICE OF MR. FONTAINE BANKS to pay tribute to the years of service given to by extraordinary heroism time and again. His the people of Chautauqua County by Mr. harrowing acts of bravery and extraordinary HON. BEN CHANDLER Wally Huckno. Mr. Huckno served his constitu- devotion to his brothers in arms resulted in nu- OF KENTUCKY ency faithfully and justly during his tenure as merous recommendations from his Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a member of the Chautauqua County Legisla- manders for the Medal of Honor, among other ture, serving district 10. prestigious awards. Regrettably, Mr. Rubin’s Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Public service is a difficult and fulfilling ca- deserved recognition was met with unwar- Mr. CHANDLER. Madam Speaker, it is with reer. Any person with a dream may enter but ranted obstruction due to his religious beliefs. great pride that I rise before you today to

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Mr. Banks showed his desire to serve the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Later he took these skills to play a key role in public at an early age, starting out as presi- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 implementing the House’s first fully computer- dent of the Student Government Association Mr. MEEK of Florida. Madam Speaker, ized purchasing system, which continues in at Belfry High School, and later, serving as the today I rise to celebrate the 15th Anniversary use to this day. His people skills were essen- president of the Student Council at Berea Col- of Gospel AM 1490 WMBM. Since its incep- tial to the successful rollout of that system lege. tion in 1995, WMBM’s leadership and staff (Procurement Desktop). But Mr. Banks’ sense of service extended have continued to serve as an important com- Mike eventually became responsible for far beyond his education. Two weeks after munications tool for the south Florida commu- configuring the purchasing system so that graduating from college, Mr. Banks volun- nity. The listeners are fortunate to have a users could purchase goods and services in teered for the Marine Corps and reported to radio station committed to keeping them in- compliance with best practices and the Office Parris Island. After basic training, he was de- formed and entertained. of Inspector General recommendations. With ployed to Cho-do Island to fight in the Korean Acquired by New Birth Broadcasting, Inc. on his role in developing recommendations for War, where he served two tours of duty in the March 10, 1995, WMBM has remained the implementing the system that will replace the fall of 1952 and the spring of 1953. He fought only 24-hour gospel station in the Miami-Dade current financial system, Mike’s valuable con- courageously with his fellow men and sus- area. For the past 15 years, WMBM has dis- tributions to the House community will con- tained injury while on the battlefield. tinguished itself through the breadth and depth tinue long after he has left. Mike is known by of its programming, as well as through its un- his colleagues for his sound business judg- After his tour ended, Mr. Banks returned wavering dedication and service to its many ment and problem solving skills. He is also home to Kentucky and transitioned to the Ma- listeners throughout the 17th Congressional known for his quick wit and fairness. rine Corps Reserve where he reached the district. On behalf of the entire House community, rank of Colonel. He then began his civilian ca- With talk programming such as Spirit and we extend congratulations to Michael for his reer with IBM and the Kentucky Department of Soul: Compassion, Business Showcase: Busi- many years of dedication and outstanding Education, where he quickly moved up in state ness in the Black, Business Showcase, Tues- contributions to the U.S. House of Represent- government. Mr. Banks eventually served as day Talk, Spirit and Soul: Victorious Life Man- atives. We wish Michael many wonderful chief of staff to Governors Bert Combs and agement, Spirit and Soul: Sister to Sister, and years in fulfilling his retirement dreams. Ned Breathitt. To this day, he is the only per- Spirit and Soul: Brother to Brother—it is quite f son ever to serve as chief of staff to two Ken- clear of WMBM’s commitment to provide up- tucky governors. to-the-minute news, empowering its listeners, RECOGNIZING MILITARY WORKING DOG PROGRAM Madam Speaker, Mr. Banks has served his and playing inspirational and encouraging gos- pel music. country in so many ways: in combat in Korea, SPEECH OF as a Marine Colonel, as a public servant, and Moreover, as the first Black-owned and op- as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. erated radio station in South Florida, WMBM HON. SCOTT GARRETT He is a fine example of a man dedicating his currently has a coverage map of over OF NEW JERSEY life to making the lives of those around him 1,500,000 homes and businesses. WMBM is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES better. Mr. Banks has made a career of exem- also one of the first radio stations to stream its Tuesday, March 2, 2010 plary service, both to his state and country, broadcast via the internet. In 2007, WMBM was the recipient of the Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam and it is with great pride that we thank him for Speaker, I rise today to recognize some of the his service today. Stellar Award Radio Station of the Year, which is a premier gospel event that recognizes and unsung heroes of our ongoing military cam- paigns in Afghanistan and Iraq: the Military f honors African-American artists, companies and organizations in the field of gospel music. Working Dogs (MWDs). For over 60 years, military dogs have been working, serving, and TESSA GRAYBILL Madam Speaker, please join me in applaud- ing and honoring the 15th Anniversary of Gos- risking their lives alongside our brave service- pel AM 1490 WMBM as it celebrates 15 years men and women around the world. Like their HON. SAM GRAVES of dedicated fellowship through its radio sta- handlers, these Military Working Dogs have tion. WMBM has forged an impressive reputa- served this country with honor and distinction, OF MISSOURI tion for quality programming and integrity. It is keeping our country safe both at home and abroad. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES my hope that WMBM continues to stand as a beacon of resolve, inspiration and worship for During World War I, many dogs, beginning Tuesday, March 9, 2010 many years to come. I wish them many more with the first military dog, Sergeant Stubby, years of outstanding achievement. served alongside American forces overseas. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly On March 13, 1942, the Army Quartermaster f pause to recognize Tessa Graybill. Tessa is a Corps officially recognized and incorporated very special young woman who has exempli- THANKING MR. MICHAEL DOUG- the so-called K–9 Corps. Between 1942 and fied the finest qualities of citizenship and lead- LASS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE 1945, over 10,000 dogs were trained in the ership by taking an active part in the Girl HOUSE War Dogs program. Military dogs have contin- Scouts of the USA and earning the high honor ued to play an important role in the U.S. of the Gold Award. HON. ROBERT A. BRADY Armed Forces through the 20th century and Tessa’s outstanding achievement reflects OF PENNSYLVANIA into the 21st. Today, these four-legged sol- her hard work and dedication. Tessa has ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES diers serve alongside our soldiers overseas, hibited unique and creative examples of serv- searching for explosive components, drugs, Tuesday, March 9, 2010 and IEDs. As they do every day in our homes ice that have made a difference in her com- Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam and yards, these dogs have proven to be munity. I am confident that she will continue to Speaker, on the occasion of his retirement in man’s best friend on the battlefield as well. hold herself to the highest standards in the fu- December 2009, we rise to thank Mr. Michael I became aware of the important work of ture. This is an accomplishment for which Douglass for 34 years of outstanding service Military Working Dogs through Frank Yevchak, Tessa can take pride in for the rest of her life. to the U.S. House of Representatives. a constituent from Hewitt, NJ and founder of Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Mike began his career at the House in 1975 Support Our Four-Legged Soldiers. Frank and me in commending Tessa Graybill for her ac- as a Sales Clerk in the Office Supply Store. his organization have sent thousands of dol- complishments with the Girl Scouts of the Mike’s leadership, dedication, and positive atti- lars of supplies to MWD handlers stationed in USA and for her efforts put forth in achieving tude were visible to his management and he Balad, Iraq. Supplies range from cooling vests the highest distinction of the Gold Award. moved up to become a Sales Clerk filling or- and blankets to toys and treats—whatever the

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K09MR8.009 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E329 handlers need to keep the dogs comfortable ferson Award for Public Service which recog- Chamber of Commerce, Stanislaus County and able to complete their important jobs. nized her outstanding community service and Farm Bureau and many others. Mr. Souza Frank also includes letters and cards from dedication to the troops. She chose to present was recognized as the Chamber’s Ag Leader local students in the care packages. Most re- her award to a wounded Marine who had in- of the year in 1994. Mr. Souza was appointed cently, Frank has partnered with Macopin Mid- spired her during her work for the Marines and to the Stanislaus County Fair Board in 1996, dle School in West Milford. In the fall and win- presented it to him at the James A. Haley Me- a position he still holds. ter, the ‘‘Paws of Love Campaign’’ at the morial Hospital where he was recovering from Mr. Souza has been a member of the West- school was able to raise $1,200 for our sol- a head injury. Additionally, she has been ern United Dairymen since its inception in diers and canine companions. named as an associate member of the local 1984. He has served on the board of directors As a dog owner, I understand the important Marine Corps League and has received the for over 10 years and is currently completing traits of loyalty, courage, and dependability Distinguished Citizen Award from the Depart- his second term as President. In this capacity that these dogs give to our Armed Forces. ment of State. he has testified before Congress on issues re- Today, one day shy of the Military Working Madam Speaker, Ms. Villano is an extraor- lated to the dairy industry and advises mem- Dogs’ 68th birthday, I recognize the important dinary, selfless woman who deserves to be bers of Congress on real world impacts of work of Military Working Dogs and thank their recognized for her outstanding service to the dairy policy decisions. The quality of leader- owners, trainers, handlers, and supporters for troops and for her continuing efforts to support ship that Mr. Souza has provided to the West- all they do for our soldiers and our Nation. them. I would like to thank her for her hard ern United Dairymen has been critical to the f work and dedication as she continues to de- success and growth of the organization. RECOGNIZING DIANNE VILLANO, vote her time and attention to our heroes on Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues FOUNDER OF SUPPORT OUR MA- the front lines of the war on terror. join me in honoring my good friend, Mr. Ray RINES f Souza, for his leadership, dedication, and out- standing service to Western United Dairymen. CONNOR HAYES HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS f OF FLORIDA HON. SAM GRAVES A TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM ‘‘BILL’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES REILLEY OF MISSOURI Tuesday, March 9, 2010 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. GWEN MOORE Mr. BILIRAKIS. Madam Speaker, I rise Tuesday, March 9, 2010 today to recognize Ms. Dianne Villano, the OF WISCONSIN founder of Support Our Marines, Inc., in St. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pause to recognize Connor Hayes. Connor is Pete Beach, Florida, who has dedicated her- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 self to sending packages and correspondence a very special young woman who has exem- to Marines who are stationed overseas. For plified the finest qualities of citizenship and Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin. Madam Speak- the past four years, Ms. Villano, the owner of leadership by taking an active part in the Girl er, I rise today to congratulate and pay tribute a local fitness company, has gone out of her Scouts of the USA and earning the high honor to a fine American, William ‘‘Bill’’ Reilley, Sr., way to actively support the troops, donating of the Gold Award. on an occasion when he and his business over 30 hours a week of her time to directing Connor’s outstanding achievement reflects have received a prestigious honor: the Inter- her non-profit organization. her hard work and dedication. Connor has ex- national Circle of Excellence Award for 2009. After losing her fiance´ during the September hibited unique and creative examples of serv- His success has been recognized by the in- 11th terrorist attacks, Ms. Villano began sup- ice that have made a difference in her com- dustry. In 2001, Bill was named the Inter- porting the troops in 2005 by sending mail and munity. I am confident that she will continue to national Dealer of the Year, an honor awarded packages to those serving overseas. In 2007, hold herself to the highest standards in the fu- to one International dealer who exhibits the she officially founded Support Our Marines in ture. This is an accomplishment for which highest commitment to best-in-class customer order to send packages to Marines on active Connor can take pride in for the rest of her service. He was a multi-finalist for the Amer- duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Her initial con- life. ican Truck Dealers’ Dealer of the Year and the tact with the Marines began when she discov- Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Wisconsin Truck Dealer of the Year awards. ered a Web site where Marines posted facts me in commending Connor Hayes for her ac- With this most recent award, Bill has received about their living conditions, experiences, and complishments with the Girl Scouts of the the Circle of Excellence Award a total of 15 general needs while they were on duty over- USA and for her efforts put forth in achieving times. The Circle of Excellence awarded by seas. She chose to focus her efforts on Ma- the highest distinction of the Gold Award. the International dealer organization of rines stationed on the front lines in Iraq and f Navistar, Inc., honors International truck deal- Afghanistan, because often, servicemembers erships that achieve the highest level of dealer in remote locations rarely receive packages. MANUEL RAYMOND ‘‘RAY’’ SOUZA performance with respect to operating and fi- Since founding her organization, Ms. Villano nancial standards and most importantly, cus- has sent over 4,500 boxes of food and other HON. DENNIS A. CARDOZA tomer satisfaction. It is the highest honor a items requested by the troops, between 40 OF CALIFORNIA dealer principal can receive from the com- and 60 packages a month, to over 115 con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pany. He started his career with International Har- tacts within the Marines who then distribute Tuesday, March 9, 2010 the items within their companies. vester in 1963 and eventually left to become Additionally, Ms. Villano works diligently to Mr. CARDOZA. Madam Speaker, I rise the International dealer in Milwaukee, Wis- secure funding for her organization to pay the today to honor Mr. Ray Souza as he is com- consin. Bill’s business acumen has success- costs to ship packages overseas. Support Our pleting his term as President of the Western fully positioned the company for continued Marines is a registered nonprofit in Florida and United Dairymen. success, growing Lakeside International, LLC, Ms. Villano recently filed for 501(c)(3) status in Mr. Souza is respected throughout Cali- from one location to six while concurrently in- order to be able to more actively solicit dona- fornia as one of the foremost experts on dairy creasing revenues from $14 million to more tions. Currently, she funds much of the mailing policy and is a passionate advocate for Cali- than $100 million annually. Lakeside Inter- and acquisition costs with her own paychecks. fornia dairy producers. He is a well-known and national employs 200 people in all. The com- Ms. Villano also works to raise awareness respected leader in his local community, the pany remains a family venture with Bill’s son, about deployed Marines by competing in California dairy industry, and in national orga- Bill Reilley, Jr., being named successor, as- triathlons and running events while wearing nizations. He is the owner and operator of suring consistent leadership and growth for military gear weighing about 20 percent of her Mel-Delin Dairy in Turlock, California, a family years to come. body weight. She has competed in over 20 dairy established by his grandfather in 1930. Bill has achieved this level of accomplish- events, each of them with photographs of fall- He started as a teenager with a 4–H cow that ment and recognition through many years of en Marines attached to her military gear and he purchased at an auction and has been hard work and service to his industry and each in honor of a specific Marine from units making their living on milking cows ever since. community. He recently transitioned from his she has adopted. Mr. Souza takes an active role in his local leadership role as board chairman of St. Recently, Ms. Villano was honored by being community. He is a member of numerous Anne’s Center for Intergenerational Care in named as the first runner-up for the local Jef- community organizations including the Turlock Milwaukee, a nationally recognized facility. He

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From Portugal, Mrs. Adler made her way to daughter Amy, his son-and-daughter-in-law As a result of his initial investment, what New York City, where she met her husband, and nine grandchildren. began as a 10 hour weekly commitment at Dr. Justin H. Adler. They married in 1943 and Madam Speaker, for these reasons, I am Flowery School blossomed into an organiza- relocated to Memphis not long after. The two honored to pay tribute to Bill Reilley for his tion that has been successfully connecting were known as avid collectors of art and contributions to the Fourth Congressional Dis- caring adults with at-risk students for more Judaica. Mrs. Adler, in particular, was known trict. Mr. Bill Reilley has acquired a lifetime than 12 years. as a philanthropist who supported all kinds of record of accomplishment and contributed ‘‘He has a heart the size of a continent, es- artistic and cultural organizations, reminding much to his community, State and Nation. pecially where kids are concerned,’’ said Ms. others that ‘‘charity is the fist that we give for f Kathy Witkowicki, Executive Director of the having a good life.’’ In the early 1990s, the Mentoring Alliance. ‘‘We could never put a Adlers donated a large collection of Jewish rit- PERSONAL EXPLANATION value on all that he has contributed to the ual art to Temple Israel, which is located in Mentoring Alliance over the years, because it’s Memphis, TN, helping to create the only HON. DENNY REHBERG priceless.’’ Judaica museum in the region. In 1992, the OF MONTANA Madam Speaker, Niels Chew’s commitment Adlers also contributed their extensive pewter IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to service is a powerful example of the posi- collection, which spans 400 years, to Dixon Tuesday, March 9, 2010 tive difference one person can make. We are Gallery and Gardens where it is part of the thankful for the charitable contributions made permanent collection. Mr. REHBERG. Madam Speaker, on rollcall by this humble and thoughtful leader and phi- In addition to her passion and appreciation Nos. 75, 76, and 77, I was unavoidably de- lanthropist and we wish him continued pros- for art, Mrs. Adler was known for her interest tained from voting due to flight complications perity as he spends time with his children and in the people around her. She befriended and from Montana to Washington, DC. Had I been grandchildren. supported several young Memphis artists and present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall f centered much of her life on Temple Israel, 75, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall 76, and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall where she was a member for more than 60 77. COURTNEY DARR years. Mrs. Adler and her husband were also f founders of Beth Sholom Synagogue, a Con- servative Synagogue in the Memphis region. HONORING ALCALDE NIELS CHEW HON. SAM GRAVES OF MISSOURI Mrs. Herta Adler passed away on Friday, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 12, 2010 and was laid to rest on HON. MIKE THOMPSON Monday, February 15, 2010. She was 94 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 OF CALIFORNIA years old. She is survived by her daughters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly Hedda A. Schwartz, a residential and commer- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 pause to recognize Courtney Darr. Courtney is cial real estate executive, Susan Adler Thorp, a very special young woman who has exem- a respected journalist, and her son Michael Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam plified the finest qualities of citizenship and Adler, an accomplished attorney—all of Mem- Speaker, I rise today with my colleague Rep- leadership by taking an active part in the Girl phis. I will always remember Mrs. Adler for her resentative LYNN WOOLSEY, to honor Alcalde Scouts of the USA and earning the high honor devotion to shaping the cultural and Jewish Niels Chew, who was bestowed the title of of the Gold Award. life of Memphis, Tennessee. honorary mayor of the City of Sonoma be- Courtney’s outstanding achievement reflects f cause of his commitment to his community her hard work and dedication. Courtney has and its citizens. The naming of an Alcalde, exhibited unique and creative examples of CENSUS AWARENESS MONTH which means ‘‘magistrate’’ or ‘‘mayor’’ in service that have made a difference in her Spanish, is a tradition that began in 1975 as community. I am confident that she will con- SPEECH OF a way to acknowledge the citizen of the year. tinue to hold herself to the highest standards HON. LAURA RICHARDSON Niels is best known for his generosity, hu- in the future. This is an accomplishment for OF CALIFORNIA mility and his unwavering dedication to the which Courtney can take pride in for the rest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES causes he believes in, which is why he was of her life. Wednesday, March 3, 2010 selected from a long list of candidates. Ac- Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join cording to Niels, his father is responsible for me in commending Courtney Darr for her ac- Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise instilling in him the value of service. complishments with the Girl Scouts of the today as an original cosponsor of H. Res. ‘‘During the Depression, no one in need USA and for her efforts put forth in achieving 1096, which encourages all individuals in the ever came to our house and left empty hand- the highest distinction of the Gold Award. United States to participate in the 2010 Cen- ed,’’ he said. f sus and expresses support for the designation Niels embraces quite a history of community of March 2010 as Census Awareness Month. service to the City of Sonoma, dating back to HONORING THE LIFE OF MRS. This important legislation will help achieve an 1984 when he and his wife Susan first moved HERTA ADLER accurate count of the United States population to Sonoma. Since then, Niels has graciously and ensure that communities across the coun- shared his warehouse with many area non- HON. STEVE COHEN try have the schools, infrastructure, and other profits who have stored their food and clothing OF TENNESSEE vital resources they need to thrive. donations in his facility. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I thank Chairman TOWNS for his leadership As owner of Dowling Miner Magnets until in bringing this bill to the floor. I would also 2004, he provided opportunities to Becoming Tuesday, March 9, 2010 like to thank the author of this legislation, Con- Independent to train and support people with Mr. COHEN. Madam Speaker, I rise today gressman REYES, who has taken the time to developmental disabilities. to honor the life of Mrs. Herta Adler, known to increase public awareness on this crucial Currently, Niels serves on the board of the Memphians as the ‘‘matriarch of the local Jew- issue. Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation, Oper- ish community.’’ She was born to Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Speaker, an accurate count of all indi- ation Youth, and the Sonoma Overnight Shel- Adolf and Mathilde Arfeld on September 27, viduals living in the United States, as required ter. He was formerly the president of Kiwanis 1915 in Diez, Germany. by the Constitution, is critical to ensure the of Sonoma Plaza and trustee of the Sonoma Mrs. Adler was 24 when she witnessed the well-being of cities and communities through- Valley Unified School District. burning of her synagogue on Kristallnacht, or out the country. The Census helps guarantee One of his most notable and impactful serv- Night of Broken Glass. On this night, dozens the accurate and fair composition of voting ice endeavors has been his continuous sup- of Jews were killed and sent to concentration districts at the Federal, State, and local levels port of the Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance camps, including many of Mrs. Adler’s friends and the proper allocation of Federal resources

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Finally, accurate Ada again took up teaching at Saipan Inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES census data is essential to the long term pros- mediate School, but within a year his edu- perity of our country, as it is used by busi- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 cation and charisma landed him a position as nesses to make effective decisions regarding Mrs. CAPPS. Madam Speaker, I was not public affairs officer for the Marianas District investments and growth. able to be present for the following rollcall Government. The Marianas District was one of It is crucial that we increase public aware- votes on March 4, 2010 and would like the the geographical components of the United ness of and achieve full participation in the record to reflect that I would have voted as fol- Nations Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, 2010 Census. It is estimated that approxi- lows: administered by the United States. mately 16 million individuals—the equivalent of Rollcall No. 90: ‘‘yes.’’ Promotion came quickly. Over an eight year period Francisco C. Ada moved from eco- nearly 27 Congressional districts—did not par- f ticipate in the 2000 Census. Low-income com- nomic and political programs officer to district munities—the communities that rely most on a SHELBY CLAY political affairs assistant, then to assistant dis- fair distribution of resources and services—are trict administrator for public affairs. Trust Terri- at risk of being undercounted in this year’s HON. SAM GRAVES tory officials took due regard of Mr. Ada’s work ethic, his administrative savvy, and his exem- Census and, consequently, underserved for OF MISSOURI plary leadership skills. And in 1969 he was ap- the next decade. This important legislation will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES help ensure that all communities get their fair pointed Administrator for the entire Marianas Tuesday, March 9, 2010 share of resources and are equipped to District, overseeing all the operations of local achieve prosperity and growth. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly government. pause to recognize Shelby Clay. Shelby is a Arguably his most important and far-sighted I urge my colleagues to join me in support achievement during his seven years as District of H. Res. 1096. very special young woman who has exempli- fied the finest qualities of citizenship and lead- Administrator was building the Saipan Inter- ership by taking an active part in the Girl national Airport. This modern facility on the f Scouts of the USA and earning the high honor capitol island ushered in our next thirty-five years of development, allowing Saipan to grow HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVER- of the Gold Award. Shelby’s outstanding achievement reflects as a business center and as a destination for SARY OF UNITED COUNCIL OF tourists from around the Pacific. To manage UW STUDENTS her hard work and dedication. Shelby has ex- hibited unique and creative examples of serv- this critical piece of public infrastructure Ada ice that have made a difference in her com- set up an airport authority, independent of the HON. TAMMY BALDWIN munity. I am confident that she will continue to need for local government support, that con- hold herself to the highest standards in the fu- tinues to be a model in our islands. Fittingly, OF WISCONSIN ture. This is an accomplishment for which on the airport’s 25th anniversary, it was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Shelby can take pride in for the rest of her life. named Francisco C. Ada International Airport. Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Francisco Ada’s years as Administrator co- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 me in commending Shelby Clay for her ac- incided with a yearning for self-government complishments with the Girl Scouts of the and a change of political status in the Mari- Ms. BALDWIN. Madam Speaker, I rise anas. People wanted closer political ties with today to honor the United Council of UW Stu- USA and for her efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of the Gold Award. the United States and twice tried to restore the dents on its 50th anniversary. Founded in historical unification with Guam. Then, a 1975 1960, the United Council of UW Students has f plebiscite overwhelmingly approved common- served as a champion for student rights and a wealth status under the sovereignty of the tireless advocate for protecting access to high- IN MEMORIAM—THE HONORABLE FRANCISCO CASTRO ADA U.S. er education in Wisconsin. Ada oversaw the subsequent transition from A non-partisan, non-profit, student-driven or- Trust Territory Government to Commonwealth. ganization, United Council employs grassroots HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO But he also saw that he could have a place in techniques to ensure that the voices of stu- SABLAN the newly forming government. He left his post dents on every University of Wisconsin Sys- OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS with the Trust Territory and ran, successfully, tem campus are heard by our state govern- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the Democratic Party ticket to be the first ment. With chapters across the state, United Lieutenant Governor of the new Common- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Council gives UW students an important and wealth. necessary seat at the table during the policy- Mr. SABLAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to pay Those early years set the course for the making process. tribute to a man who served our country, and fledgling government. Mr. Ada was an active Since its inception, the United Council has who served the Northern Mariana Islands, with participant in the passage of new laws; nego- worked on a variety of issues including merg- great honor and distinction. The Honorable tiations and agreements with Federal agen- ing the University of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Francisco Castro Ada passed away on March cies; the design and construction of public in- State University systems, increasing student 2nd; and he is being accorded a state funeral frastructure; and adjustment by all to self-gov- rights and the ability of students to participate this week on the island of Saipan. ernance. in the formation of university policy, and ad- Francisco Ada was born in 1934 during the For the first time in anyone’s memory, the dressing affordability and access to a college Japanese administration of the Northern Mari- islands’ prospects for success or failure education. anas. He came from humble beginnings, but squarely rested on the shoulders of the people always strove to improve himself—and in the and new leaders of the Commonwealth. Fran- Ensuring that all university students have process contributed much to our community. cisco C. Ada lived up to that historical chal- access to an affordable, quality higher edu- Following World War II he went to Guam to lenge and fulfilled the people’s trust. cation is essential to Wisconsin’s economic fu- attend high school. This was before there was But it is easy to say of government officials ture and the nation’s position in the global any high school in the Northern Mariana Is- that they served the general good. Let me tell economy. I am proud of the legacy of the lands. To obtain more than a basic education you of my own experience of Francisco Ada United Council and its history of fighting for required leaving home. working for the good of individuals, as well. I these vital goals. Diploma in hand, Mr. Ada returned to recall Mr. David Indalecio, who worked on Mr. For 50 years of advocacy on behalf of the Saipan and taught for two years in a public Ada’s staff, keeping the office clean and main- students of the University of Wisconsin Sys- school. But convinced of the need for a col- tained. Mr. Indalecio did not have a high tem, I would like to thank the United Council lege education Mr. Ada secured a scholarship school diploma. Maybe he didn’t need one to of UW Students for its service and wish all the to the University of Hawaii at Manoa and do his job. But Francisco C. Ada had a com- members and advocates continued success in earned a Bachelor’s degree in political mitment to education—for himself and all the future. science. There, he also demonstrated the po- those around him. Mr. Ada encouraged Mr.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MR8.013 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS E332 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 2010 Indalecio to complete his schooling, and with HONORING RICHARD W. SNOWDON a very special young man who has exempli- that support Mr. Indalecio did graduate from III FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE fied the finest qualities of citizenship and lead- high school. The story does not end there, CHILDREN’S NATIONAL MEDICAL ership by taking an active part in the Boy however. Because Mr. Indalecio himself then CENTER IN WASHINGTON, DC Scouts of America, Great Rivers Council went on to leadership in our community. He Troop 99, and earning the most prestigious was elected to the Saipan and Northern Is- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON award of Eagle Scout. lands Municipal Council, where he served with OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Jerald has been very active with his troop, distinction. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participating in many scout activities. Over the Francisco C. Ada served the public through- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 many years Jerald has been involved with out his career, but he never lost touch with the scouting, he has not only earned numerous Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- personal aspect of life—his family. His wife to recognize Richard W. Snowdon III, as he and seven children kept him anchored during ily, peers, and community. Jerald has dis- concludes his service as chair of the board of played dedication and perseverance with this the stormiest of times; and he gave them an directors of the Children’s National Medical example and the guidance that make the Ada significant achievement, values which will stay Center in Washington, DC. Mr. Snowdon has with him throughout his life. family one of our most distinguished: a doctor, a long and distinguished record of service to lawyers, public servants, each leaders in their Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Children’s National Medical Center, having me in commending Jerald L. Morlock for his own right, and in many ways Francisco C. served as chair of the hospital’s foundation Ada’s greatest legacy. accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of from 2002–2005 and most recently as chair of America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- Madam Speaker, thank you for this time to the board from 2006–2009. ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. remark on the honorable and much esteemed Children’s National Medical Center is an in- f Francisco Castro Ada. He will always be re- tegral part of the fabric of Washington, DC. membered for his dedication, fairness and tire- Founded in 1870 as a home for civil war or- 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF LOUIS less capacity to make the Commonwealth of phans, Children’s National has grown into a GELDER & SONS COMPANY OF the Northern Mariana Islands a better place 283 bed academic medical center devoted to BENTON HARBOR, MICHIGAN for all. meeting children’s health care needs locally, God bless him and his family. regionally and nationally. The hospital’s growth HON. FRED UPTON and success have been dependent on strong, OF MICHIGAN f visionary leaders, such as Mr. Snowdon. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Under Mr. Snowdon’s chairmanship, Chil- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 PERSONAL EXPLANATION dren’s National was thrice named to the Leap- Frog Group’s list of top hospitals for quality Mr. UPTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today and safety; immunization compliance of to pay tribute to Louis Gelder & Sons Com- HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY school-aged children in the District of Colum- pany of Benton Harbor, Michigan, which is bia went from one of the lowest in the country celebrating its 100th anniversary on Thursday, OF NEW YORK to the highest; the hospital opened a state-of- March 11, 2010. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the-art, family-centered inpatient tower; and Since 1910, Louis Gelder & Sons has perhaps closest to his heart, Children’s Na- proudly supplied the folks of southwest Michi- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 tional released a comprehensive assessment gan with tractors and other agriculture equip- Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Speaker, on March of pediatric health in the District of Columbia. ment and supplies. Today, operated by Bruce 4th, 2010, I was absent for one rollcall vote The report’s findings will help Children’s Na- and Joe Gelder, the company is a fourth-gen- because I was attending a meeting on tional target resources to address some of the eration family-run business. healthcare at the White House. If I had been most pressing health concerns facing our chil- The story of Louis Gelder & Sons begins in here, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote dren, including asthma and obesity. Millburg, Michigan, only a few miles away from 90. Mr. Snowdon is an attorney in the firm of their current location. Like many small busi- Trainum, Snowdon & Deane. In addition to his nesses, their long history speaks to the power f service to Children’s National, he is or has of the American entrepreneurial spirit, having been a trustee, director or member of numer- endured two of the deepest economic reces- RECOGNIZING GENE SCHULTZ ous civic organizations, including the Anthony sions in modern history. Our Nation has faced Francis Lucas-Spindletop Foundation, The many challenges and changes over the past Langley School, the National Children’s Mu- century, but Louis Gelder & Sons has stood HON. MIKE QUIGLEY seum, the Community Foundation of Greater the test of time. Behind great companies with this kind of en- OF ILLINOIS Washington, the D.C. Advisory Committee of the Local Initiative Support Corporation, the durance you will always find great people. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES National Cathedral School for Girls, the Wash- folks at Louis Gelder & Sons work as a team, Tuesday, March 9, 2010 ington Cathedral, the Black Student Fund, and which makes all the difference between a the Federal City Council. Mr. Snowdon re- good company and a great one. Mr. QUIGLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today ceived a B.S. from the Syracuse University The long success of Louis Gelder & Sons is to recognize and congratulate Elmwood Park College of Business Administration and a J.D. a remarkable achievement, and we are all resident Gene Schultz on his sterling driver- from The George Washington University Na- very proud to see them continuing to provide safety record and subsequent induction into tional Law Center. service to the people of Michigan. Congratula- the United Parcel Service Circle of Honor. I ask the House of Representatives to join tions to the Gelder family and their employees. Gene’s induction commemorates 25 accident- me in recognizing and commending Richard Here’s to the next 100! free years as a UPS delivery driver. Gene’s W. Snowdon III for his outstanding leadership f accomplishment is especially impressive when and in thanking him and his wife, Catharine, OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL we consider that his job requires him to be be- for their commitment to the children of the Dis- DEBT hind the wheel of a truck for many hours each trict of Columbia and the national capital re- week. gion. HON. MIKE COFFMAN Gene grew up as the 14th of 15 children in f OF COLORADO Chicago’s Galewood neighborhood near Har- JERALD L. MORLOCK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lem and Grand Avenues. He has lived with his wife Theresa in Elmwood Park for the last 11 HON. SAM GRAVES Tuesday, March 9, 2010 years. Mr. Schultz serves as a model for re- Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Madam Speak- OF MISSOURI sponsible driving in the city of Chicago and er, today our national debt is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES deserves commendation for his consistent $12,546,372,001,879.73. safety record. It is with great pride that I rec- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 On January 6th, 2009, the start of the 111th ognize Gene Schultz for his contribution to the Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly Congress, the national debt was safety of Chicago’s roadways. pause to recognize Jerald L. Morlock. Jerald is $10,638,425,746,293.80.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MR8.016 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E333 This means the national debt has increased (NPB) celebrates 10 years of work on behalf of Dothan, Alabama. As the Representative of by $1,907,946,255,585.93 so far this Con- of America’s 10,000 peanut farmers, including the district which ranks fourth in the country in gress. the 500 who live in my district. Before this or- overall peanut acreage, I understand the im- This debt and its interest payments we are ganization was created, there was no national portance of organizations like the NPB. Ten passing to our children and all future Ameri- effort by growers to market American-grown years of hard work and positive results for cans. peanuts, spur new product development and America’s peanut farmers is a remarkable f innovative new uses, or to carry out an issues achievement. In honor of their 10th Anniver- management program. Through several major sary, I commend the National Peanut Board HONORING THE LEAGUE OF strategic initiatives, the NPB’s grower-funded for all of their hard work and past achieve- WOMEN VOTERS OF THE UNITED check-off program has made measurable ments, and wish them continued success in STATES progress toward its goal of increasing demand the future. and consumption since the launch of its pro- f HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN motion, marketing and advertising campaign. JACOB A. FRANKLIN OF MARYLAND Highlights from the National Peanut Board’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES past ten years will be showcased on March 10th at an event at the historic Eastern Market HON. SAM GRAVES Tuesday, March 9, 2010 in Washington, D.C. featuring dishes created OF MISSOURI Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Speaker, I rise by celebrated chefs. They plan to honor one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to recognize the outstanding achieve- of America’s most iconic and beloved foods. Tuesday, March 9, 2010 ments of the League of Women Voters, which From savory to sweet, peanuts will be used in Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly celebrated its 90th anniversary on February traditional and innovative dishes from a variety pause to recognize Jacob A. Franklin. Jacob 14, 2010. of cuisines at this special event celebrating is a very special young man who has exempli- Since 1920, the League of Women Voters this essential and deeply rooted part of Amer- fied the finest qualities of citizenship and lead- has worked to increase understanding of ica’s food culture. ership by taking an active part in the Boy major public policy issues, encourage in- Since its inception, NPB has played a vital Scouts of America, Great Rivers Council formed and active participation in government, role in promoting peanuts. To stimulate con- Troop 99, and earning the most prestigious and influence public policy through education sumer demand for American-grown peanuts award of Eagle Scout. and advocacy. With organizations in every over the last decade, NPB has extolled the Jacob has been very active with his troop, state and hundreds of local chapters across value, nutritional attributes, versatility, port- participating in many scout activities. Over the the country, the League is one of the strong- ability, and great taste of American-grown many years Jacob has been involved with est grassroots activist networks in the country. peanuts, peanut butter and peanut products. scouting, he has not only earned numerous Throughout its history, the League has NPB has undertaken marketing programs do- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- played a vital role in transforming our society mestically and internationally to reach that ily, peers, and community. Jacob has dis- and preserving responsive government. goal, working to spark new uses for American- played dedication and perseverance with this Whether fighting McCarthyism, helping to end grown peanuts and peanut butter and to en- significant achievement, values which will stay segregation, protecting our environment, orga- courage the creation of innovative peanut nizing our Nation’s presidential debates, with him throughout his life. products. Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join strengthening the Voting Rights Act, or up- These programs are working. Since the start me in commending Jacob A. Franklin for his holding the decision in Roe v. Wade, the of NPB’s programs in 2000, total peanut accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of League of Women Voters has been at the usage has increased more than 15 percent America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- forefront of nearly every major policy issue in when compared to levels of usage in the ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. the last 90 years. Through its dedication to 1990s. Peanut butter consumption alone has good, responsible government, the League increased even more dramatically—over 20 f has been influential in overseeing the passage percent during the same period, according to HONORING GAIL KROHN OF THE of Congress’ most important pieces of legisla- USDA Stocks and Processing reports. SECOND DISTRICT OF TEXAS tion, including the Social Security Act and Through partnerships with other commodity child labor laws. groups, manufacturers, and foodservice, NPB HON. TED POE The League’s decentralized structure en- brings American-grown peanuts where they OF TEXAS have never been before. NPB’s targeted abled it to keep pace with our Nation’s dy- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES namic societal changes in the last century, en- foodservice initiative actively promotes the cul- suring that its legislative priorities reflected the inary value of peanuts and peanut products by Tuesday, March 9, 2010 needs of society and critical issues of concern. positioning them as versatile ingredients that Mr. POE of Texas. Madam Speaker, today Today, the League remains true to its mission can add nutrition, flavor, texture and appeal to the Second District of Texas recognizes Ms. of education and advocacy, focusing on global any meal. In fact, listings of peanuts on the Gail Krohn for her service to the Nederland climate change, health care reform, and voting menus of the 200 restaurant chains have in- Independent School District as she retired ear- rights for the District of Columbia. creased by 146 percent over the past seven lier this month. For 43 years, she has helped Madam Speaker, I am honored to recognize years, according to Food Beat, Inc. forge the minds of countless students, pre- the achievements of the League of Women Production research funding is also at the paring them for an ever-changing and de- Voters and the contributions it has made to forefront for the National Peanut Board. Over manding world. our Nation and to American history. Its efforts the past 10 years, NPB has invested more Gail was born in Kentucky and moved honor the legacy of the women who assem- than $14.4 million in peanut production re- around through five different states before she bled at Seneca Falls, New York over 160 search to help create crop efficiencies, im- and her family settled in Hull-Daisetta, TX. years ago. With the same courage and belief prove crop quality and reduce production They stayed until she graduated from Lamar in equality, the League of Women Voters con- costs. Additionally, the NPB is the only com- State College of Technology. Soon thereafter, tinues to make history. modity board investing in food allergy re- she embarked on a long and fruitful career f search, outreach and education and has allo- working with children in the Nederland Inde- cated more than $7 million to this cause. pendent School District. IN RECOGNIZING OF THE 10TH AN- Furthermore, the NPB played a pivotal role She began her career as a reading teacher NIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL during the 2009 salmonella crisis, most nota- at C.O. Wilson Middle School but was des- PEANUT BOARD bly by hosting a two-day consumer and media tined for a leadership role. Gail would eventu- outreach event in Vanderbilt Hall in Grand ally become principal of Central Middle School HON. BOBBY BRIGHT Central Terminal in New York. Through direct before taking over the role of Superintendent OF ALABAMA interactions, NPB and its partners educated in 1997. Though she no longer worked with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES consumers, conveyed the concerns of peanut children on a daily basis, Gail made sure that farmers, and facilitated a steady market recov- the classrooms in Nederland always empow- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 ery for peanut butter. ered students to achieve their dreams. Mr. BRIGHT. Madam Speaker, on Wednes- Nearly half the peanuts grown in the United Numerous times throughout her career, Gail day, March 10th, the National Peanut Board States are harvested within a 100-mile radius received recognition for her excellence in the

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Similarly, Lamar Univer- Medical Center, United Way of Metropolitan the globe represents a legacy of service that sity inducted her into their Administrator’s Hall Dallas, and the Communities Foundation of has become a significant part of America’s of Fame. Texas are only three of the many nonprofit or- history and positive image abroad. Their de- The Second Congressional District of Texas ganizations and causes that have been per- sire to make a difference has improved the honors Ms. Gail Krohn for her many years of sonally touched by Ebby’s love for her com- lives of millions of people around the world as service to the Nederland Independent School munity and dedication to making the City of well as here in the United States. District. The lessons and ideals that she Dallas a better place. Peace Corps Volunteers provide hope and taught will resonate with students and genera- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join meaningful assistance to people affected by tions for years to come. me in expressing our heartiest congratulations HIV/AIDS. The tireless efforts and dedication And that’s the way it is. to Ebby as she celebrates her ninety-ninth of Volunteers have made the Peace Corps a birthday. May we all strive to match Ebby’s key partner in the global response to the HIV/ f passion for improving our communities and AIDS pandemic. Peace Corps Volunteers are RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF her unwavering commitment to success. uniquely suited to work in HIV/AIDS aware- ness and prevention because they are trained VIRGINIA PIERCE AND THE f WOMEN AIRFORCE SERVICE PI- in the local language, live and work in the LOTS OF WORLD WAR II NATIONAL PEACE CORPS WEEK communities where they serve, and know how to share information in a culturally appropriate way. HON. TOM McCLINTOCK HON. JARED POLIS Peace Corps Response provides returned OF COLORADO OF CALIFORNIA Peace Corps Volunteers the opportunity to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serve again in rewarding, high-impact, short- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 term assignments. Since its inception in 1996, Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Mr. POLIS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in this program has sent more than 1,000 re- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Madam Speaker, I rise support of the National Peace Corps Week turned Volunteers into the field in over 40 today to honor the service and achievements that is celebrated from March 1 through March countries. Peace Corps Response Volunteers of Virginia Pierce from Alturas, California. Dur- are deployed to crisis situations such as dis- 7, 2010. ing World War Two, Mrs. Pierce flew as a aster relief following natural catastrophes, as The Peace Corps traces its roots and mis- member of the Women Airforce Service Pilots well as to nonemergency interventions such sion to the early 1960s, when then Senator (WASP). These aviators were the first female as HIV/AIDS awareness. John F. Kennedy inspired Americans to serve flyers to be trained on U.S. Military aircraft. Through Peace Corps service, Volunteers their country in the cause of peace by living During the time when the need of the country worldwide learn more than 250 languages and and working in developing countries. The was greatest, these brave women flew fighter, dialects, and they receive extensive cross-cul- Peace Corps celebrated its 49th anniversary bomber, transport and training aircraft in the tural training that enables them to function ef- on March 1st. defense of American freedom and liberty. fectively at a professional level in different cul- As of September 30, 2009, 7,671 Peace tural settings. Returned Peace Corps Volun- I was a proud cosponsor of the legislation Corps Volunteers are making significant and teers are leaders in all sectors of our society. that recognized these women’s service, and I lasting contributions to improve the lives of in- rise today to recognize Virginia Pierce and My home state of Colorado is a very serv- dividuals and communities in 76 countries. ice-oriented state and its first lady, Ms. Jean- congratulate her on receiving the Congres- Since 1961, nearly 200,000 Volunteers have sional Gold Medal. nie Ritter, wife of Colorado Governor Bill Rit- served in 139 countries around the world and ter, was a Peace Corps volunteer who served f in their local communities in the United States in Tunisia in a center for the disabled. when they return home. IN CELEBRATION OF EBBY My district, the Second Congressional Dis- The Peace Corps has become an enduring HALLIDAY’S 99TH BIRTHDAY trict of Colorado, has a strong tradition of vol- symbol of our nation’s commitment to encour- unteerism and I would also like to take this op- age progress, create opportunity, and expand portunity to recognize in particular the great HON. PETE SESSIONS development at the grass-roots level in the de- work of 38 constituents who are currently OF TEXAS veloping world. serving as Peace Corps Volunteers in coun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES That is why I strongly support federal fund- tries like Togo, Costa Rica, Peru, Zambia, ing to ensure a strong and vibrant Peace Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Honduras, Malawi and the Dominican Repub- Corps program. lic, among others. Thank you very much for Mr. SESSIONS. Madam Speaker, I rise Throughout its history, the Peace Corps has your contributions to the people and commu- today to honor Ebby Halliday Acres as she adapted and responded to the issues of the nities of these nations and for serving as am- celebrates her ninety-ninth birthday today. times. In an ever-changing world, Peace bassadors of peace, hope and opportunity. Ebby has truly made a lifelong impact on the Corps Volunteers have met new challenges In addition, I am very proud that the Univer- Dallas community and real estate industry with innovation, creativity, determination, and sity of Colorado at Boulder—our state’s flag- through her many entrepreneurial and philan- compassion. ship higher education institution—ranks sec- thropic endeavors. Peace Corps Volunteers work in Africa, ond in the nation among colleges and univer- Ebby Halliday Realtors was founded in 1945 Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South Amer- sities for the most alumni joining Peace Corps by Ebby and her beloved husband, Maurice ica, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and the Mid- in 2009 with 95 active volunteers and con- Acers. Their company began with only fifty-two dle East. Volunteers have made contributions tinues its great tradition of national and inter- homes in North Dallas, and has since grown around the world in agriculture, business de- national service. Historically, the University of to become one of the largest privately owned velopment, information technology, education, Colorado at Boulder ranks 5th for most alumni residential real estate firms in the country. health and HIV/AIDS, youth, and the environ- Volunteers in America, with 2,206 alumni hav- Success for Ebby Halliday is not simply a re- ment. ing served as Peace Corps Volunteers since sult of her hard work and entrepreneurial spir- Peace Corps Volunteers will arrive in Indo- 1961. it. She is notorious for the personal care and nesia in spring 2010 and will work as English It is indeed fitting to recognize the achieve- attention she gives to her employees, agents, teachers in high schools and at teacher train- ments of the Peace Corps and honor its Vol- and buyers. She has received numerous ing institutions. In mid-2010, Peace Corps Vol- unteers, past and present, and reaffirm our awards recognizing her professional success unteers will return to Sierra Leone after a 16- country’s commitment to helping people help over the years. To name a few, Ebby received year absence. Volunteers will focus on sec- themselves throughout the world. I urge my the Horatio Alger Award in 2005, the Visionary ondary education and work with their host colleagues to join me in celebrating the Na- Award from Foundation Fighting Blindness, communities on grassroots initiatives and tional Peace Corps Week and the 49th anni- and the Linz Award in 2008. community development projects. versary of this wonderful program.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K09MR8.016 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E335 PERSONAL EXPLANATION JOSEPH FINNERTY: A JOB WELL ‘‘I don’t see why you don’t want to provide DONE housing that’s affordable to people so that they can raise their families,’’ he said. HON. JIM JORDAN Public housing’s biggest beneficiaries are OF OHIO HON. BARNEY FRANK the elderly, children and the disabled, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MASSACHUSETTS noted. ‘‘It provides affordable rents so that a Tuesday, March 9, 2010 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES family is not struggling to maintain a decent Tuesday, March 9, 2010 environment.’’ Mr. JORDAN of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I Finnerty’s philosophy notwithstanding, was absent from the House Floor Thursday Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Madam it’s not unusual to hear local complaints afternoon. Speaker, mixed emotions describe the way I that New Bedford possesses too much gov- Had I been present, I would have voted and the people of New Bedford feel about the ernment housing, that people are moving retirement of Joseph S. Finnerty, as Executive down from Boston because the housing is ‘‘no’’ on rollcall numbers 87, 88, 89, and 90, more affordable in New Bedford and Fall and ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall number 91. Director of the New Bedford Housing Author- River. f ity. Running a housing authority and a city is Finnerty says he doesn’t understand the no easy job, as people well know. But Joe attitude. HONORING BROTHER JOE ADAMS Finnerty has never been one to complain It would not be progress, he said, to return about this task for which he volunteered and to the massive slum and tenement districts which he has performed in an extraordinary that blighted American cities in the 1930s HON. GEOFF DAVIS and 1940s. OF KENTUCKY fashion for thirty-five years. No one can be- ‘‘We can do a lot better than that now, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grudge him his retirement after all that service we are doing better,’’ he said. Tuesday, March 9, 2010 in such a demanding position, but Joe can’t ‘‘Public housing is no different than public begrudge us our feelings of regret that he’s health. It’s no different than public transpor- Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I leaving. As Executive Director of the Housing tation. It’s a vital part of an urban commu- rise today to recognize Brother Joe Adams for Authority, Joe Finnerty has served not just the nity,’’ he said. ‘‘There are judges, university presidents his outstanding service as chaplain to the residents of public housing, but all of the peo- Kentucky State government. On March 16, and community leaders who grew up in pub- ple of New Bedford, by the great contributions lic housing, or who for a significant time in 2010, the Kentucky House of Representatives he has made to the quality of life for those their lives lived in public housing,’’ he noted. will celebrate Brother Adams’ retirement after residents and for the city as a whole. And the cities, Finnerty said, take respon- twenty-eight years of service. Madam Speaker, tomorrow, March 10th, sibility for most of the public-housing stock Brother Adams was born and raised in Ken- some of Joe’s close friends, who know well necessary to their surrounding towns and tucky, and began preaching at the age of four- what an extraordinary asset he has been to suburbs. (By and large, suburban commu- nities have limited their public housing to teen. In 1966, he enlisted in the United States the city and people of New Bedford, are gath- Air Force. Serving for four years, Brother elderly units, leaving their own low-income ering with him to provide a well-earned salute. families and disabled to relocate in the cit- Adams spent his last year in Vietnam. As you know, our business will keep me here ies.) Following his service to his country, Brother in D.C. at that time, so I am taking advantage Finnerty seems like a model for what a Adams enrolled in Western Kentucky Univer- of this forum to send him my best wishes, not good, low-end, urban private landlord should sity to study Accounting and began preaching simply personally, but because the example of have been. in Simpson County. He later pursued a mas- He touts the importance of mixing working a man who has dedicated so much of his life tenants with non-working ones in public ter’s degree in Child Development and Family to the important job of running a public hous- Living, but soon realized he was being called housing. And he was always a no-nonsense ing authority, and done it so well, ought to be manager who made it clear to bad public- to devote his life to full-time ministry. held up for those who sometimes become un- housing tenants that he would evict them. Brother Adams has been a pastor at several duly pessimistic about the good that can be (He’s even been consulted by private owners Baptist churches across Kentucky. Since done in government. And I ask that the article of low-income housing about how to keep de- 1983, he has dedicated himself to working by Jack Spillane, from the New Bedford velopments safe and secure.) ‘‘Public housing is not a right, it’s a privi- with community and State officials through the Standard Times, be printed here for that pur- God and Country Ministry. In addition to his lege,’’ he said. pose. Many public housing tenants are ambi- duties as chaplain to the Kentucky State gov- [Jan. 26, 2010] tious, working two jobs, and some eventually ernment, Brother Adams has contributed to RETIRING HOUSING CHIEF LOOKS BACK ON get themselves out of public housing, the Commonwealth as a member of numerous REIGN WITH PRIDE Finnerty said. boards and committees, including the (By Jack Spillane) ‘‘People who live in public housing are not different. They are intelligent people. Their Bardstown/Nelson County Chamber of Com- Few people in New Bedford have positively merce, the Bardstown Public Housing Tenant character is the same as the people who live affected more people’s lives over the last 35 in non-public housing.’’ Relations Committee, the Non-Public School years than Joseph S. Finnerty. The job of a housing authority in a city the Commission, and chairman of Christian Home Entrusted with the housing care of thou- size of New Bedford (just short of 100,000 peo- Educators of Kentucky. sands of low-income city residents since 1975, ple at the last census) is not a small one. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Joe Finnerty has presided over an era in There are some 4,355 government-supported me in commending Brother Joe Adams for his which the city authority rebuilt much of its housing units in New Bedford that were ei- aging public housing stock, de-leaded more ther directly or indirectly under Finnerty’s service to our country and the Commonwealth than 2,000 units, and put into motion rebuild- of Kentucky. He has touched thousands, lit- management—more than 2,500 federal and ing projects that will eventually make state units, and an additional 1.600-plus Sec- erally being the hands and feet of his Lord scores of housing units accessible to the dis- tion 8 vouchers for private housing. Jesus Christ reaching into many dark places abled. Finnerty, who worked for 13 years as a with the light of truth, hope, and love. May Under the leadership of the 73-year-old teacher and coach in the Fairhaven school God richly bless him as he and Saundra enter Finnerty—who will retire at the end of this system, originally thought he would preside the next chapter in their lives of service. month—the New Bedford Authority has, for over the housing authority for a compara- decades, provided stable and reliable housing tively short period. A political appointee of f for thousands of low-income city residents. popular former Mayor John Markey, he PERSONAL EXPLANATION But it’s something else that Finnerty—a thought he would return to public education, member of a political family long active in perhaps as a principal or superintendent. city and local Democratic politics—seems (Finnerty, by the way, was one of the HON. ADAM SMITH most proud of. During Finnerty’s long tenure founding members of the board that built OF WASHINGTON as executive director, the New Bedford Hous- Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing Authority did not lose any of its public Technical High School and is a former trust- units to market-rate housing. (Any apart- ee at both UMass Dartmouth and South- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 ments lost to demolition have been replaced eastern Massachusetts University.) Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, by other units elsewhere in the city.) But at the housing authority, Finnerty on Thursday, March 4, 2010, I was unable to That’s a monumental achievement in an said there were always important projects era when housing rental rates far exceed the proceeding and he wanted to oversee them to be present for the recorded vote on the motion ability of people who work in minimum-wage completion. to suspend the rules and pass H. Res. 1079, jobs to afford any type of housing. ‘‘I saw it (the public housing stock) as real- as amended. Had I been present, I would Finnerty is a staunch defender of the need ly an investment for the city,’’ he said. ‘‘And have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote No. 91. for government-sponsored public housing. it was definitely needed.’’

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09MR8.025 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS E336 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 2010 STATEMENT FOR PETER HAKIM THANKING PETER HAKIM drove faculty excellence to new levels. Not OF INTERAMERICAN DIALOGUE only did he create a network of global scholars HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL and programs, but he also focused on building OF NEW YORK successful partnerships in local neighborhoods to spur economic and educational develop- HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment. During his tenure, USC earned 20 na- OF NEW YORK Tuesday, March 9, 2010 tional championships in men’s and women’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. ENGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to intercollegiate sports. In addition, he com- thank Peter Hakim for his 16 years of out- pleted the largest fund-raising campaign in the Tuesday, March 9, 2010 standing service as President of the Inter- history of higher education. Under Sample’s leadership, the University of Mr. MEEKS of New York. Madam Speaker, American Dialogue. Under Peter’s leadership, the Inter-American Dialogue has become a top Southern California attracted increasingly ac- it is my honor to congratulate Peter Hakim for complished students, with SAT scores rising his tremendous work in leading the Inter- center for policy analysis on U.S.-Latin Amer- ican relations. 300 points. Applications have nearly tripled American Dialogue for over 16 years. It is im- since 1991. USC is now among the top five possible to fully express in words what he has As Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, I universities in the number of National Merit accomplished as President. As a leader, Peter have benefited enormously from the first-rate Scholars and first in the country in the number has facilitated discussion, cooperation and un- work of the Inter-American Dialogue. My col- of international students. derstanding of some of the toughest issues By training, Steven B. Sample is an elec- leagues and I—and our staffs—consistently confronting our hemisphere and generated trical engineer and a member of the National count on the Inter-American Dialogue’s superb conversations among leaders that inevitably Academy of Engineering and the American analysis of U.S.-Latin American relations. Academy of Arts and Sciences. His patents in bettered our ability to work together. Whether Peter Hakim testified at my first hearing as the field of digital appliance controls have on drug policy, immigration, the plight of Afro- Subcommittee Chairman in 2007, and I am Latinos or countless other issues, I have seen been licensed to practically every major manu- pleased that he is closing out his tenure as facturer of appliance controls and microwave the fruits of his labor and I believe the legacy Dialogue President as a witness at my hearing of success will be a model for future leaders ovens in the world. More than 300 million on U.S. Policy toward the Americas in 2010 home appliances have been built using his in- to follow. Although Peter will now move on as and Beyond. His insights are extremely useful President Emeritus, I am heartened to know ventions. to me as I carry out oversight of our policies President Sample’s The Contrarian’s Guide that Michael Shifter will continue the momen- toward Latin America and the Caribbean. My to Leadership, a Los Angeles Times best sell- tum. Michael’s role at the Dialogue has al- colleagues and I have also greatly benefited er, was named one of six ‘‘must-reads’’ for ready shown us his exemplary work on the from the dinner discussions organized by leaders by Harvard Management Update of policies affecting the Americas. His work as Peter and the Inter-American Dialogue where the Harvard Business School. president of the organization will no doubt be we debate key hemispheric issues. I am Sample donates all royalties to a scholar- exemplary as well. pleased that Peter will continue to serve the ship fund for USC undergraduates. This book The list of Peter’s accomplishments is long Inter-American Dialogue as President Emer- is translated into a leadership course that and my time is short, but I will end with this: itus, and I look forward to working with him in Sample teaches to Trojans every year. I wish all the best to Peter and look forward the coming years. His outreach has created numerous jobs lo- to Michael Shifter now running with the baton. I also would like to commend Michael Shift- cally. The University of Southern California be- er on his selection as the next president of the came the largest private employer in the City f Inter-American Dialogue. Michael, who has of Los Angeles. It was ranked in the top five served as the Dialogue’s Vice President for of a survey titled ‘‘Great Colleges to Work HONORING PETER HAKIM Policy for several years, is clearly the best For’’ by the Chronicle of Higher Education in person for the job. Michael is no stranger to 2006, under Sample’s leadership. the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee him- As a past chairman of the Association of HON. CONNIE MACK self. He has testified before my Subcommittee American Universities, Sample understands at hearings on the Colombia-Ecuador border the importance of intellectual collaboration. OF FLORIDA crisis and Honduras. His essays and opinion That is why he founded the Association of Pa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pieces are published in a wide array of top cific Rim Universities. Sample has also dedi- U.S. and Latin American publications, and are cated himself to promoting Los Angeles as the Tuesday, March 9, 2010 a great resource for all of us in Congress. de facto capital of the Pacific Rim with its I congratulate Peter Hakim and Michael strong entrepreneurial-based businesses and Mr. MACK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Shifter and wish both of them and the Inter- commerce, the busiest seaports in the United honor Mr. Peter Hakim for his service at the American Dialogue many more years of suc- States, creativity and intellectual capital, and Inter-American Dialogue. Peter has testified in cess. unparalleled diversity. front of the Western Hemisphere Sub- Steven Sample’s presidency of the Univer- f committee several times and has always been sity of Southern California has significantly a passionate advocate for issues in Latin HONORING USC PRESIDENT benefitted the City of Los Angeles, the State America. His personal insight into the inner STEVEN SAMPLE of California, and, most important, thousands workings of Latin American politics has been of Trojan students. both constructive and resourceful to our Sub- HON. DIANE E. WATSON Kathryn Sample is her husband’s most trust- ed ally and advisor and has dedicated herself committee and to Members of Congress. OF CALIFORNIA unreservedly to helping strengthen USC’s po- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, the Inter-American Dia- sition as a world-class research university. logue is an organization that brings an incred- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 They have two daughters, Michelle Sample ible amount of information to the discourse on Ms. WATSON. Madam Speaker, I, DIANE Smith and Elizabeth Sample, and two grand- freedom in Latin America. Through discus- WATSON, along with Mr. BECERRA, Ms. BONO children, Kathryn and Andrew Smith. sions and lectures, the Dialogue has brought MACK, Mr. CAMPBELL, Ms. CHU, Mr. DREIER, f greater awareness to the current issues facing Mr. FILNER, Mr. GARAMENDI, Ms. NAPOLITANO, Latin America. CONGRATULATING THE 2008 NA- Ms. RICHARDSON, Mr. ROYCE, Ms. ROYBAL- TIONAL MEDAL OF TECHNOLOGY I would also like to honor Mr. Michael Shift- ALLARD, Mr. SHERMAN, and Mr. VISCLOSKY, AND INNOVATION LAUREATES er, the new President of the Inter-American rise today to honor University of Southern Dialogue, upon his appointment to this impor- California’s 10th President, Steven B. Sample. tant role. I’m sure the Dialogue will benefit After 15 years of dedicated leadership, Presi- HON. ZOE LOFGREN OF CALIFORNIA greatly from Michael’s leadership and experi- dent Sample will be retiring this August. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ence, and I look forward to working with both Steven Sample led an institutional rise at Michael and the Dialogue as we work toward USC that is unparalleled in American higher Tuesday, March 9, 2010 greater freedom, security and prosperity in education, helping the university become a Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam Latin America and the hemisphere. highly selective undergraduate institution. He Speaker, today I rise as the proud sponsor of

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MR8.030 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E337 House Resolution 935, congratulating Drs. INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION ‘‘During the Depression, no one in need John E. Warnock and Charles M. Geschke of RECOGNIZING WEST VIRGINIA ever came to our house and left empty- Adobe Systems, Dr. Esther Sans Takeuchi, NATIONAL GUARD AND LOCAL handed,’’ he said. Dr. Forrest M. Bird, and IBM Corporation as RESPONDERS Niels embraces quite a history of community the recipients of the 2008 National Medal of service to the City of Sonoma, dating back to Technology and Innovation. The National HON. NICK J. RAHALL II 1984 when he and his wife Susan first moved Medal of Technology and Innovation is the OF WEST VIRGINIA to Sonoma. Since then, Niels has graciously highest honor for technological achievement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shared his warehouse with many area non- bestowed by the President on leading profits who have stored their food and clothing Tuesday, March 9, 2010 innovators in the United States. donations in his facility. The National Medal of Technology and In- Mr. RAHALL. Madam Speaker, today I have As owner of Dowling Miner Magnets until novation has been awarded annually since introduced a resolution recognizing the heroic 2004, he provided opportunities to Becoming 1985 and recognizes outstanding contributions efforts of the West Virginia National Guard Independent to train and support people with to America’s economic, environmental, and and local responders. developmental disabilities. social well-being through the development of On Thursday, February 18, 2010, the heroic Currently, Niels serves on the board of the technological products, processes, and inno- actions of West Virginians brought about the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation, Oper- vation. highly successful rescue of 17 military per- ation Youth, and the Sonoma Overnight Shel- The purpose of the National Medal of Tech- sonnel who were on board a U.S. Navy heli- ter. He was formerly the president of Kiwanis nology and Innovation is to recognize those copter—participating in the Operation South- of Sonoma Plaza and trustee of the Sonoma who have made lasting contributions to Amer- bound Trooper X annual military exercise, Valley Unified School District. ica’s competitiveness, standard of living, and which went down in deep, snow-covered, and One of his most notable and impactful serv- quality of life through technological innovation. very rugged terrain in Pocahontas County, ice endeavors has been his continuous sup- By highlighting the national importance of West Virginia. port of the Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance technological innovation, we hope to inspire The remarkable rescue was an outstanding as a dedicated mentor and founding board future generations of Americans to prepare for and highly coordinated effort on the part of member. He is even credited with starting the and pursue technical careers to keep America many highly trained professionals as well as organization because he added the organiza- at the forefront of global technology and eco- private citizens, who worked under very dif- tion’s executive director to his payroll at nomic leadership. ficult conditions to reach the crew and per- Dowling Magnets so she could kick-off the The 2008 National Medal of Technology and sonnel on board the aircraft, many of whom mentoring program. Innovation Laureates include innovation and had been injured in the crash. As a result of his initial investment, what achievement in the display and dissemination West Virginians are the best neighbors for began as a 10-hour weekly commitment at of information, lifesaving medical technology, whom you could ever wish. It is a truth that Flowery School blossomed into an organiza- and computer design and development. has been proven time and again. This heroic tion that has been successfully connecting I’m particularly proud that two of the 2008 rescue effort was, thankfully, a rare event, but caring adults with at-risk students for more Medal recipients, Drs. John E. Warnock and it was not at all out of character for our State. than 12 years. Charles M. Geschke, hail from my district in In fact, it was merely illustrative of the best of ‘‘He has a heart the size of a continent, es- San Jose, California. Drs. Warnock and West Virginia. pecially where kids are concerned,’’ said Ms. Geschke, through their work at Adobe Sys- The swift response; astounding skills and Kathy Witkowicki, Executive Director of the tems, pioneered innovations that were crucial abilities; enormous courage; and, profound de- Mentoring Alliance. ‘‘We could never put a to the revolution in desktop publishing that termination of all those involved in the rescue value on all that he has contributed to the began in the 1980s and continues today. The operation—from those who serve in and lead Mentoring Alliance over the years, because it’s advances in desktop publishing had, and con- our West Virginia National Guard; to our local priceless.’’ tinue to have, a profound effect on the way we fire, rescue, law enforcement and first re- Madam Speaker, Niels Chew’s commitment create and communicate information across sponder units; and the countless volunteers, to service is a powerful example of the posi- mediums such as print, video, and Internet. It families and neighbors nearby—most certainly tive difference one person can make. We are is fitting that today we recognize two individ- made the difference between life and death. thankful for the charitable contributions made uals who have been influential in informing While no expression of gratitude would ever by this humble and thoughtful leader and phi- how we create, communicate, and interact be sought for such selfless acts, the hope that lanthropist and we wish him continued pros- with information; the work of Drs. Warnock one good turn deserves another never dims perity as he spends time with his children and and Geschke played a prominent role in ush- with West Virginians. grandchildren. ering in what we know as ‘‘The Information On behalf of my fellow West Virginians, I’m f Age.’’ pleased to introduce the following resolution to As a Member representing Silicon Valley, I honor their good deeds, and to illuminate them IN CELEBRATION OF SAN MATEO know firsthand how technological and scientific as a beacon for others. COUNTY’S PARTICIPATION IN innovations provide invaluable contributions to f ‘‘STREETS ALIVE’’ our society. Research and innovation have long been key drivers of our economy, particu- HONORING ALCALDE NIELS CHEW HON. JACKIE SPEIER larly in the Bay Area. Advances in science, OF CALIFORNIA medicine, and technology will continue to HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shape our economy and our world. Therefore, OF CALIFORNIA Tuesday, March 9, 2010 it is vital that we encourage and recognize IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES those who lead the way in these critical Ms. SPEIER. Madam Speaker, every Amer- Tuesday, March 9, 2010 areas—those like our 2008 National Medal of ican can do something to address some of the Technology and Innovation Laureates. It is my Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise most pressing issues facing our nation hope that in spotlighting the very best in tech- today with my colleague, Representative MIKE today—health care, energy independence, the nology and innovation, we provide encourage- THOMPSON, to honor Alcalde Niels Chew, who obesity epidemic—simply by riding a bicycle or ment to the next generation of students, re- was bestowed the title of honorary mayor of taking a walk. searchers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and busi- the City of Sonoma because of his commit- That is why I commend the County of San nesses to continue to invest their time, energy, ment to his community and its citizens. The Mateo and other cities in the 12th Congres- expertise, and resources into creating the next naming of an Alcalde, which means ‘‘mag- sional District of California for joining in the era of technological achievement. It is through istrate’’ or ‘‘mayor’’ in Spanish, is a tradition ‘‘Streets Alive’’ celebration as part of World innovation and advancement in science and that began in 1975 as a way to acknowledge Health Day festivities on April 11, 2010. This technology that we will continue to be a leader the citizen of the year. worthwhile endeavor is part of ‘‘1000 Cities, in the global economy, protect our environ- Niels is best known for his generosity, hu- 1000 Lives,’’ an international project to enlist ment, and improve the lives of all Americans. mility, and his unwavering dedication to the 1000 local governments around the globe to Again, I am proud to join my colleagues in causes he believes in, which is why he was open streets and public spaces to pedestrians honoring the 2008 recipients of the National selected from a long list of candidates. Ac- and bicyclists as a worldwide message of co- Medal of Technology and Innovation, and I cording to Niels, his father is responsible for operation and commitment to healthy and ac- urge the passage of the resolution. instilling in him the value of service. tive living.

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VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:00 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K09MR8.019 E09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Daily Digest Senate Adopted: Chamber Action Baucus Amendment No. 3429 (to Amendment Routine Proceedings, pages S1273–S1319 No. 3336), to provide an explanation of the budg- Measures Introduced: Five bills and three resolu- etary effects of legislation considered by the Senate. tions were introduced, as follows: S. 3089–3093, and Page S1285 S. Res. 448–450. Page S1311 By a unanimous vote of 100 yeas (Vote No. 44), Measures Reported: Coburn Amendment No. 3358 (to Amendment No. 3336), to require the Senate to be transparent with S. 649, to require an inventory of radio spectrum taxpayers about spending. Pages S1284, S1285 bands managed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Lincoln Modified Amendment No. 3401 (to Communications Commission, with an amendment Amendment No. 3336), to improve a provision re- in the nature of a substitute. (S. Rept. No. 111–159) lating to emergency disaster assistance. S. 592, to implement the recommendations of the Pages S1285, S1288–91 Federal Communications Commission report to the Reid Amendment No. 3417 (to Amendment No. Congress regarding low-power FM service, with an 3336), to temporarily modify the allocation of geo- amendment in the nature of a substitute. (S. Rept. thermal receipts. Pages S1285, S1288–91 Baucus (for Isakson/Cardin) Further Modified No. 111–160) Page S1311 Amendment No. 3430 (to Amendment No. 3336), Measures Passed: to modify the pension funding provisions. Majority Party Membership: Senate agreed to S. Pages S1285, S1288–91, S1302–03 Res. 450, to constitute the majority party’s member- Baucus (for Merkley) Modified Amendment No. ship on certain committees for the One Hundred 3372 (to Amendment No. 3336), to authorize the Eleventh Congress, or until their successors are cho- Secretary of the Interior to grant market-related con- sen. Page S1318 tract extensions of certain timber contracts between North American Wetlands Conservation Act: the Secretary of the Interior and timber purchasers. Senate passed H.R. 3433, to amend the North Pages S1288–91 American Wetlands Conservation Act to establish re- Baucus (for Warner/Crapo) Modified Amendment quirements regarding payment of the non-Federal No. 3442 (to Amendment No. 3336), to ensure ade- share of the costs of wetlands conservation projects quate planning and reporting relating to the use of in Canada that are funded under that Act, clearing funds made available under the American Recovery Pages S1288–91 the measure for the President. Page S1318 and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Baucus (for Whitehouse) Modified Amendment Volunteers in Service to America 45th Anniver- No. 3365 (to Amendment No. 3336), to require the sary: Senate agreed to S. Res. 449, celebrating Vol- Comptroller General to report to Congress on the unteers in Service to America on its 45th anniversary causes of job losses in New England and the Mid- and recognizing its contribution to the fight against west over the past 20 years and to suggest possible poverty. Pages S1318–19 remedies. Pages S1288–92 Measures Considered: Baucus (for Rockefeller) Modified Amendment Tax Extenders Act—Agreement: Senate contin- No. 3371 (to Amendment No. 3336), to amend the ued consideration of H.R. 4213, to amend the Inter- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain ex- nal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring piring provisions. Pages S1288–92 provisions, taking action on the following amend- Baucus Amendment No. 3451 (to Amendment ments proposed thereto: Pages S1284–86, S1288–S1303 No. 3336), to make technical changes. Pages S1288–92 D210

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:20 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D09MR0.REC D09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with DIGEST March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D211 Withdrawn: Harding Nomination Referral—Agreement: A Lieberman Amendment No. 3381 (to Amendment unanimous-consent agreement was reached providing No. 3336), to reauthorize the DC opportunity schol- that the nomination of Robert A. Harding, to be arship program. Pages S1292–93 Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security, received Pending: by the Senate on Monday, March 8, 2010, be re- Baucus Amendment No. 3336, in the nature of a ferred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, substitute. Pages S1284–86, S1288–S1303 Science, and Transportation; that upon the reporting Baucus (for Webb/Boxer) Modified Amendment out or discharge of the nomination, it then be re- No. 3342 to (Amendment No. 3336), to amend the ferred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an excise Governmental Affairs for a period not to exceed 30 tax on excessive 2009 bonuses received from certain calendar days; that if the Committee on Homeland major recipients of Federal emergency economic as- Security and Governmental Affairs has not reported sistance, to limit the deduction allowable for such the nomination at that time, then the Committee be bonuses. Page S1285 discharged and the nomination be placed on the Ex- Feingold/Coburn Amendment No. 3368 (to ecutive Calendar. Page S1318 Amendment No. 3336), to provide for the rescission Nominations Received: Senate received the fol- of unused transportation earmarks and to establish a lowing nominations: general reporting requirement for any unused ear- Cheryl A. LaFleur, of Massachusetts, to be a Mem- marks. Page S1285 ber of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission McCain/Graham Amendment No. 3427 (to for the term expiring June 30, 2014. Amendment No. 3336), to prohibit the use of rec- onciliation to consider changes in Medicare. Philip D. Moeller, of Washington, to be a Mem- ber of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Page S1285 During consideration of this measure today, Senate for the term expiring June 30, 2015. also took the following action: Lawrence J. Pijeaux, Jr., of Alabama, to be a By 55 yeas to 45 nays (Vote No. 45), three-fifths Member of the National Museum and Library Serv- of those Senators duly chosen and sworn, not having ices Board for a term expiring December 6, 2014. voted in the affirmative, Senate rejected the motion 1 Navy nomination in the rank of admiral. to waive section 201 of S. Con. Res. 21, FY08 Con- Routine lists in the Air Force, Army, and Navy. gressional Budget Resolution, with respect to Reid Page S1319 (for Murray/Kerry) Further Modified Amendment Measures Read the First Time: Page S1309 No. 3356 (to Amendment No. 3336), to extend the Executive Communications: Pages S1309–11 TANF Emergency Fund through fiscal year 2011 and to provide funding for summer employment for Additional Cosponsors: Pages S1311–12 youth. Subsequently, the pay-as-you-go point of Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: order that the amendment would cause or increase Pages S1312–16 an on-budget deficit for either of the applicable time periods set out in S. Con. Res. 21, was sustained, Additional Statements: Pages S1308–09 and the amendment thus fell. Pages S1284, S1285–86 Amendments Submitted: Pages S1316–17 By 66 yeas to 34 nays (Vote No. 46), three-fifths Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Page S1317 of those Senators duly chosen and sworn, having voted in the affirmative, Senate agreed to the motion Authorities for Committees to Meet: to close further debate on the Baucus Amendment Pages S1317–18 No. 3336, in the nature of a substitute. Page S1292 Record Votes: Three record votes were taken today. A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- (Total—46) Page S1285, S1286, S1292 viding for further consideration of the bill at 2 p.m., Adjournment: Senate convened at 10 a.m. and ad- on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, and all post-cloture journed at 7:46 p.m., until 9:30 a.m. on Wednes- time be considered expired, and upon disposition of day, March 10, 2010. (For Senate’s program, see the the pending amendments, no further amendments or remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s motions be in order; the substitute amendment, as Record on page S1319.) amended, be agreed to; Senate then vote on the mo- tion to invoke cloture on the bill, as amended; that if cloture is invoked, then all post-cloture time be yielded back, and Senate vote on passage of the bill. Page S1303

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:20 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D09MR0.REC D09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with DIGEST D212 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST March 9, 2010 Henderson, Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc., Lit- Committee Meetings tle Rock. (Committees not listed did not meet) U.S. CHEMICAL SAFETY LAWS APPROPRIATIONS: DEPARTMENT OF THE Committee on Environment and Public Works: Sub- INTERIOR committee on Superfund, Toxics and Environmental Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Inte- Health concluded a hearing to examine business per- rior, Environment, and Related Agencies concluded spectives on reforming U.S. chemical safety laws, a hearing to examine proposed budget estimates for after receiving testimony from Kathy Gerwig, Kaiser fiscal year 2011 for the Department of the Interior, Permanente, Oakland, California; Charlie Drevna, after receiving testimony from Ken Salazar, Sec- National Petrochemical & Refiners Association retary, and David Hayes, Deputy Secretary, both of (NPRA), Washington, D.C.; Neil C. Hawkins, The the Department of the Interior. Dow Chemical Company, Midland, Michigan; Beth APPROPRIATIONS: FOOD AND DRUG D. Bosley, Boron Specialties, Valencia, Pennsylvania, ADMINISTRATION on behalf of the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA); Howard Williams, Construc- Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Agri- culture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Admin- tion Specialties, Inc., Muncy, Pennsylvania; and istration, and Related Agencies concluded a hearing Linda J. Fisher, DuPont, Wilmington, Delaware. to examine proposed budget estimates for fiscal year 2011 for the Food and Drug Administration, after U.S. PREFERENCE PROGRAMS receiving testimony from Margaret Hamburg, Com- Committee on Finance: Committee concluded a hearing missioner, Food and Drug Administration, Depart- to examine United States preference programs, focus- ment of Health and Human Services. ing on options for reform, after receiving testimony DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION REQUEST AND from Eric Norris, FMC Corporation, Charlotte, FUTURE YEARS DEFENSE PROGRAM North Carolina; and Edward Gresser, Democratic Leadership Council, Jeffrey S. Vogt, AFL–CIO, and Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded a Gregory Simpkins, Leon H. Sullivan Foundation, all hearing to examine United States European Com- of Washington, D.C. mand, United States Africa Command, and United States Joint Forces Command in review of the De- ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY fense Authorization request for fiscal year 2011 and EDUCATION ACT the Future Years Defense Program, after receiving testimony from Admiral James G. Stavridis, USN, Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Commander, United States European Command/Su- Committee concluded a hearing to examine Elemen- preme Allied Commander, Europe, General William tary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) reauthor- E. Ward, USA, Commander, United States Africa ization, focusing on K–12 education for economic Command, and General James N. Mattis, USMC, success, after receiving testimony from Andreas Commander, United States Joint Forces Command, Schleicher, Organization for Economic Co-Operation all of the Department of Defense. and Development (OECD), Paris, France; Dennis FINANCIAL TRANSMISSION RIGHTS Van Roekel, National Education Association, and John Castellani, Business Roundtable, both of Wash- Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Committee ington, D.C.; and Charles Butt, H–E–B, San Anto- concluded a hearing to examine financial trans- nio, Texas. mission rights and other electricity market mecha- nisms, after receiving testimony from Jon LEGISLATIVE PRESENTATION VETERANS Wellinghoff, Chairman, Federal Energy Regulatory OF FOREIGN WARS Commission; Gary Gensler, Chairman, Commodity Futures Trading Commission; Garry Brown, New Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Committee concluded a York Public Service Commission, Albany, on behalf joint hearing with the House of Representatives of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to examine a legisla- Commissioners; Vincent P. Duane, PJM Interconnec- tive presentation from Veterans of Foreign Wars, tion, L.L.C., Norristown, Pennsylvania; Joseph T. after receiving testimony from Thomas J. Tradewell Kelliher, FPL Group, Inc., Washington, D.C., on Sr., Sussex, Wisconsin, and Robert E. Wallace and behalf of the Edison Electric Institute and the Elec- Eric Hilleman, both of Washington, D.C., all of tric Power Supply Association; and Michael W. Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:20 Mar 10, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D09MR0.REC D09MRPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with DIGEST March 9, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D213 INTELLIGENCE Committee recessed subject to the call. Select Committee on Intelligence: Committee held a closed meeting on intelligence matters, receiving tes- timony from officials of the intelligence community. h House of Representatives of New York and Barbara Childs Wallace each to a Chamber Action five year term on the Board of Directors of the Of- Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 17 pub- fice of Compliance; and in addition, the joint des- lic bills, H.R. 4783–4799; and 10 resolutions, H. ignation of Barbara L. Camens of Washington, DC Con. Res. 250; and H. Res. 1144–1154, as Chair. Page H1175 1147–1154, were introduced. Pages H1219–20 Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules Additional Cosponsors: Pages H1220–22 and pass the following measures: Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: Supporting the designation of National Robotics H. Res. 1146, providing for consideration of the Week as an annual event: H. Res. 1055, to support concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 248) directing the designation of National Robotics Week as an an- the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States nual event; Pages H1177–80 Armed Forces from Afghanistan (H. Rept. Congratulating Willard S. Boyle and George E. 111–428); Smith for being awarded the Nobel Prize in phys- H.R. 3239, to require the Secretary of Homeland ics: H. Res. 1069, to congratulate Willard S. Boyle Security, in consultation with the Secretary of State, and George E. Smith for being awarded the Nobel to submit a report on the effects of the Merida Ini- Prize in physics, by a 2⁄3 yea-and-nay vote of 402 tiative on the border security of the United States, yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 93; with an amendment (H. Rept. 111–429, Pt. 1); and Pages H1180–81, H1208–09 H.R. 4506, to authorize the appointment of addi- tional bankruptcy judges (H. Rept. 111–430). Honoring John E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Page H1219 Corporation for receiving the 2008 National Medal Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein she of Technology and Innovation: H. Res. 935, to appointed Representative Edwards (MD) to act as honor John E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, For- Speaker pro tempore for today. Page H1173 rest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Cor- Recess: The House recessed at 12:44 p.m. and re- poration for receiving the 2008 National Medal of convened at 2 p.m. Page H1175 Technology and Innovation, by a 2⁄3 recorded vote of Member Resignation: Read a letter from Rep- 402 ayes with none voting ‘‘no’’, Roll No. 94; resentative Massa, where he resigned as Representa- Pages H1181–82, H1209–10 tive for the 29th Congressional District of New Expressing the sense of the House of Representa- York, effective 5 p.m. on Monday, March 8, 2010. tives that the United States should continue to as- Page H1175 sist the Mexican Government in fighting the drug Whole Number of the House: The Chair an- cartels: H. Res. 1032, amended, to express the sense nounced to the House that, in light of the resigna- of the House of Representatives that the United tion of Representative Massa of New York, the States should continue to assist the Mexican Govern- whole number of the House is adjusted to 431. ment in fighting the drug cartels and curbing vio- Page H1175 lence against Mexican and United States citizens, Board of Directors of the Office of Compli- both in the United States and abroad; Pages H1190–93 ance—Reappointment: The Chair announced on Agreed to amend the title so as to read: ‘‘Express- behalf of the Speaker and Minority Leader of the ing the sense of the House of Representatives that House and the Majority and Minority Leaders of the the United States should continue to assist the Gov- Senate, the joint reappointment on March 5, 2010 ernment of Mexico in fighting the drug cartels and of Alan V. Friedman of California, Susan S. Robfogel

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Issues, to hold hearings to examine the future of U.S. Request, 9:30 a.m., and on Reclaiming Abandoned Mines public diplomacy, 3 p.m., SD–430. and Regulating Surface Coal Mining: Office of Surface Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: busi- Mining Fiscal Year 2011 Budget Request, 11 a.m., B308 ness meeting to consider the nominations of Patrick K. Rayburn. Nakamura, of Alabama, to be a Member of the Federal Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Mine Safety and Health Review Commission, Gwendolyn Education, and Related Agencies, on Department of E. Boyd, of Maryland, and Peggy Goldwater-Clay, of Labor Fiscal Year 2011 Budget Overview, 11 a.m., 2359 California, both to be a Member of the Board of Trustees Rayburn. of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Subcommittee on Legislative Branch, on Fiscal Year Education Foundation, and Sharon L. Browne, of Cali- 2011 House of Representatives Budget, 10:15 a.m., fornia, Charles Norman Wiltse Keckler, of Virginia, and H–144 Capitol. Victor B. Maddox, of Kentucky, all to be a Member of Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Af- the Board of Directors of the Legal Services Corporation, fairs and Related Agencies, on Navy/Marine Corps Budg- and Gary Blumenthal, of Massachusetts, Chester Alonzo et, 10 a.m., H–143 Capitol Finn, of New York, Sara A. Gelser, of Oregon, Ari Ne’eman, of Maryland, Dongwoo Joseph Pak, of Cali- Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban fornia, Carol Jean Reynolds, of Colorado, Fernando Development, and Related Agencies, on Sustainability in Torres-Gill, of California, and Jonathan M. Young, of Practice, 9:30 a.m., and on HUD and DOT’s Sustain- Maryland, all to be a Member of the National Council ability and Livability Initiatives in the Fiscal Year 2011 on Disability, Time to be announced, Room to be an- Budget Request, 11 a.m., 2358A Rayburn. nounced. Committee on Armed Services, on Fiscal Year 2011 Na- Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: tional Defense Authorization Budget Requests from the to hold hearings to examine the lessons and implications U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command, and of the Christmas day attack, focusing on watchlisting and U.S. Joint Forces Command, 10 a.m., 2118 Rayburn. pre-screening, 10 a.m., SD–342. Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces, hearing on Committee on the Judiciary: to hold hearings to examine Army acquisition and modernization programs, 2 p.m., corporate spending in American elections after Citizens 2118 Rayburn. United, 10 a.m., SD–226. Committee on Education and Labor, Subcommittee on Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine the Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions, hearing on nominations of Gary Scott Feinerman, and Sharon John- H.R. 413, Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation son Coleman, both to be United States District Judge for Act of 2009, 10:30 a.m., 2175 Rayburn. the Northern District of Illinois, and William Joseph Committee on Energy and Commerce, to mark up the fol- Martinez, to be United States District Judge for the Dis- lowing bills: H.R. 3125, as amended, Radio Spectrum trict of Colorado, 2:30 p.m., SD–226. Inventory Act; H.R. 3019, Spectrum Relocation Improve- House ment Act of 2009; and H.R. 1258, as amended, Truth in Caller ID Act of 2009, 10 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. Committee on Agriculture, Subcommittee on Department Subcommittee on Health, hearing entitled ‘‘Drug Safe- Operations, Oversight, Nutrition, and Forestry, hearing ty: An Update from the FDA,’’ 2 p.m., 2123 Rayburn. to review USDA’s information technology systems, 10 Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Finan- a.m., 1300 Longworth. cial Institutions and Consumer Credit, hearing entitled Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Agri- ‘‘Regulation of Money Service Businesses,’’ 10 a.m., 2128 culture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administra- Rayburn. tion, and Related Agencies, on Food and Drug Adminis- Subcommittee on Housing and Community Oppor- tration, 10 a.m., 2362A Rayburn. tunity and the Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insur- Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Re- ance, and Government Sponsored Enterprises, joint hear- lated Agencies, on Economic Development Administra- tion, 10 a.m., H–310 Capitol. ing entitled ‘‘Approaches to Mitigating and Managing Subcommittee on Defense, on Air Force Posture, 1:30 Natural Catastrophe Risk: H.R. 2555, Homeowners’ De- p.m., H–140 Capitol. fense Act,’’ 2 p.m., 2128 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Committee on Foreign Affairs, hearing on The Google Related Agencies, on Fiscal Year 2011 Budget for DOE Predicament: Transforming U.S. Cyberspace Policy to Nuclear Nonproliferation, 2 p.m., 2362B Rayburn. Advance Democracy, Security, and Trade, 10 a.m., 2172 Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Gov- Rayburn. ernment, on Fiscal Year 2011 Budget for the Department Subcommittee on Terrorism, Nonproliferation and of the Treasury, 2 p.m., 2359 Rayburn. Trade, and the Subcommittee on International Organiza- Subcommittee on Homeland Security, on FEMA—Pre- tions, Human Rights and Oversight, joint hearing on paring for Disasters and Minimizing Losses, 9:30 a.m., International Worker Rights, U.S. Foreign Policy and the 2362B Rayburn. International Economy, 2 p.m., 2175 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, hearing on Agencies, on Science for America’s Lands, Water and U.S. Policy Toward the Americas in 2010 and Beyond, Biota: U.S. Geological Survey Fiscal Year 2011 Budget 2:30 p.m., 2172 Rayburn.

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Committee on Natural Resources, oversight hearing on 2009; H.R. 4667, Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living proposed settlement of the Corbell v. Salazar Litigation, Adjustment Act of 2010; and a discussion draft, To 10 a.m., 1324 Longworth. amend title 38, United States Code to make certain im- Committee on Science and Technology, hearing on Fiscal provements in the services provided for homeless veterans Year 2011 Research and Development Budget Proposals under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans and EPA and NOAA, 2 p.m., 2318 Rayburn. Affairs, followed by a hearing on Structuring the VA of Subcommittee on Research and Science Education, the 21st Century, 10 a.m., 334 Cannon. hearing on the National Science Foundation’s Fiscal Year Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, executive, hear- 2011 Budget Request, 10 a.m., 2318 Rayburn. ing on MIP and Service Elements Budget for Fiscal Year Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, to mark up the following: 2011, 10 a.m., and executive, hearing on Covert Action H.R. 3976, amended, Helping Heroes Keep Their Budget for Fiscal Year 2011, 3 p.m., 304 HVC. Homes Act of 2009; H.R. 3948, amended, Test Prep for Heroes Act; H.R. 4592, amended, To provide for the es- Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warm- tablishment of a pilot program to encourage the employ- ing, hearing entitled ‘‘The Clean Energy Recovery: Cre- ment of veterans in energy-related positions; H.R. 1879, ating Jobs, Building New Industries and Saving Money,’’ amended, National Guard Employment Protection Act of 9:30 a.m., 2141 Rayburn.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE for the profound dedication and public service of Enrique 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 10 ‘‘Kiki’’ Camarena on the 25th anniversary of his death; (4) H. Con. Res. 249—Commemorating the 45th anniversary of Senate Chamber Bloody Sunday and the role that it played in ensuring the pas- sage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965; (5) H. Res. 1081— Program for Wednesday: After the transaction of any morn- Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating Vio- ing business (not to extend beyond 2 p.m.), Senate will con- tinue consideration of H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders Act, and upon lence Awareness and Prevention Month; (6) H. Res. 1061— disposition of the pending amendments, vote on the motion to Honoring the heroic actions of Court Security Officer Stanley invoke cloture thereon, and if cloture is invoked, vote on pas- Cooper, Deputy United States Marshal Richard J. ‘‘Joe’’ Gard- sage of the bill. ner, the law enforcement officers of the United States Marshals Service and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and the Court Security Officers in responding to the armed assault at Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse on January 4, 2010; and (7) H.R. 4783—To accelerate the income tax benefits for 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 10 charitable cash contributions for the relief of the victims of the earthquake in Chile, and to extend the period from which such House Chamber contributions for the relief of the victims of the earthquake in Program for Wednesday: Consideration of the following sus- Haiti may be accelerated. Consideration of H. Con. Res. 248— pensions: (1) H.R. 4573—Debt Relief for Earthquake Recovery Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War in Haiti Act; (2) H. Res. 1087—Honoring the life of John H. Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces ‘‘Jack’’ Ruffin, Jr.; (3) H. Res. 1115—Expressing appreciation from Afghanistan (Subject to a Rule).

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Graves, Sam, Mo., E328, E329, E330, E331, E332, E333 Rehberg, Denny, Mont., E330 Higgins, Brian, N.Y., E327 Richardson, Laura, Calif., E330 Baldwin, Tammy, Wisc., E331 Issa, Darrell E., Calif., E325, E327 Rogers, Mike, Ala., E326 Bilirakis, Gus M., Fla., E329 Jordan, Jim, Ohio, E335 Sablan, Gregorio Kilili Camacho, Northern Mariana Brady, Robert A., Pa., E328 Kilroy, Mary Jo, Ohio, E325, E326 Islands, E331 Bright, Bobby, Ala., E333 Lee, Christopher John, N.Y., E327 Sessions, Pete, Tex., E334 Capps, Lois, Calif., E331 Lofgren, Zoe, Calif., E336 Cardoza, Dennis A., Calif., E329 McClintock, Tom, Calif., E334 Shuster, Bill, Pa., E326 Chandler, Ben, Ky., E327 Mack, Connie, Fla., E336 Smith, Adam, Wash., E335 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E332 Meek, Kendrick B., Fla., E326, E328 Speier, Jackie, Calif., E337 Cohen, Steve, Tenn., E330 Meeks, Gregory W., N.Y., E336 Thompson, Mike, Calif., E330 Crowley, Joseph, N.Y., E332 Moore, Gwen, Wisc., E329 Upton, Fred, Mich., E332 Davis, Geoff, Ky., E335 Norton, Eleanor Holmes, D.C., E332 Van Hollen, Chris, Md., E333 Ellison, Keith, Minn., E327 Poe, Ted, Tex., E333 Watson, Diane E., Calif., E336 Engel, Eliot L., N.Y., E336 Polis, Jared, Colo., E334 Wittman, Robert J., Va., E325 Frank, Barney, Mass., E335 Quigley, Mike, Ill., E332 Woolsey, Lynn C., Calif., E337 Garrett, Scott, N.J., E328 Rahall, Nick J., II, W.Va., E337

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